Interlogix TruVision IP Open Standards Outdoor Cameras User Manual

TruVision Outdoor IP
Camera User Manual

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Content

Chapter 1 Introduction 1

Product overview 1
Features 1

Chapter 2 Installation 3

Installation environment 3
Package contents 4
Cable requirements 4
Camera descriptions 5
Setting up the camera 6
Connecting the devices 6
Accessing the SDHC card 7
Mounting the dome cameras on a ceiling 8
Mounting the bullet camera 12
Using the camera with TVR 60/ TVN 20/ TVN 40/ LNVR and other

systems 12

Using the camera with TruVision Navigator 13

Chapter 3 Network and streaming configuration 15

Checking your web browser security level 15
Accessing the camera over the internet 17
Overview of the camera web browser 18
Configuring the camera’s network settings 19
Information about the camera 22
Network parameters 22

Chapter 4 Camera configuration 25

Camera parameters 25
Defining how information is displayed 26
Defining the system time 27
Alarm parameters 28
Events scheduling 28
Defining recording parameters 29
Motion detection alarm s 31
Adding extra on-screen text 33
Configuring the video image 34

Chapter 5 Camera management 37

User management 37
Formatting the SDHC card 39
Restoring default settings 40
Upgrading the firmwar e 40
Rebooting the camera 41

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Chapter 6 Camera operation 43

Logging on and off 43
Live view mode 43
Playing back recorded video 44
Searching event logs 46
Archiving recor ded file s 48
Controlling zoom and focus 49

Appendix A Specifications 51

TruVision outdoor IP dome cameras 51
TruVision outdoor IP bullet cameras 52

Appendix B Pin definitions 53

Index 55

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Product overview

This is the user manual for TruVision Outdoor IP camera models:

 TVC-N225E-2M-N(-P) (IP bullet camera)
 TVC-M1245E-2M-N(-P) (1.3MPX WDR bullet camera)
 TVD-N225E-2M-N(-P) (IP dome camera)
 TVD-M1245E-2M-N(-P) (1.3MPX WDR dome camera)

Features

This section describes the camera features.
 Supports TCP/IP, HTTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, RTP/RTCP, PPPoE, SMTP,

NTP protocols

 Programming and setup through a browser interface
 Live viewing over the network
 50/60 Hz selectable flicker control
 120dB Wide Dynamic Range (WDR models only)
 Motorized lens with zoom function
 Auto focus
 Supports remote upgrades and maintenance
 H.264 video compression with dual capability
 Supports HD (1.3MPX models), CIF, VGA, QCIF
 IP66 weather proof
 SDHC card for local storage (dome cam er as onl y)
 Designed to ONVIF and PSIA open standards

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Chapter 2

Installation

This chapter provides information on how to install the TruVision Outdoor IP
dome and bullet cameras.

Installation environment

When installing your product, consider these factors:

• Electrical: Install electrical wiring carefully. It should be done by qualified
service personnel. Always use a proper PoE switch or a 12 VDC UL listed
Class 2 or CE certified power supply to power the the bullet camera, and a
proper PoE / PoE+ switch or a 24 VAC UL listed Class 2 or CE certified
power supply to power the dome camera. Do not overload the power cord or
adapter.

• Ventilation: Ensure that the location planned for the installation of the
camera is well ventilated.

• Temperature: Do not operate the camera beyond the specified temperature,
humidity or power source ratings. The operating temperature of the bullet
camera is between -10 to +60°C (14°F to 140°F) and outdoor dome is
between -40 to +60 °C (-40 to +140 °F) with the heater and fan on. Humidity
is below 90%.

• Moisture: Do not expose the camera to rain or moisture, or try to operate it in
wet areas. Turn the power off immediately if the camera is wet and ask a
qualified service person for servicing. Moisture can damage the camera and
also create the danger of electric shock.

• Servicing: Do not attempt to service this camera yourself. Any attempt to
dismantle or remove the covers from this product will invalidate the warranty
and may also result in serious injury. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.

• Cleaning: Do not touch the sensor modules with fingers. If cleaning is
necessary, use a clean cloth with a some ethanol and wipe the camera
gently. If the camera will not be used for an extended period of time, put on
the lens cap to protect the sensors from dirt.

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Bullet camera:

Dome camera:

Package contents

Check the package and contents for visible damage. If any components are
damaged or missing, do not attempt to use the unit; contact the supplier
immediately. If the unit is returned, it must be shipped back in its original
packaging.

Package contents:

• Camera

• Hex wrench

• Video cable for tes ti ng ( except bullet cameras)

• Quick start guide

• CD with user manual and TruVision Device Finder.

CAUTION: Use direct plug-in UL listed power supplies marked Class 2/CE
certified or LPS (limited power source) of the required output rating as listed on
the unit.

Cable requirements

For proper operation, adher e to t he fol lowing cable and power requi r eme nts f or
the cameras. Category 5 cabling or better is recommended. All network cabling
must be installed according to applicable codes and regulations.

Table 1 below lists the requirements for the power cables that connect to the
camera.

Table 1: Recommended power cable requirements

12 VDC power jack

24 VAC power jack

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network is correctly functioning.

Sun shield

Mounting bracket Safety cable

Threaded knockout for cable access

Camera descriptions

Figure 1: Outdoor IP dome camera

1. Video output interfac e

2. LINK LED: The yellow LED is lit when the
network is connected.

3. ACT LED: The blue LED blinks when the

Figure 2: Outdoor IP bullet camera

4. PWR LED: The red LED is lit when the
camera is powered up.

5. Micro SD slot

6. Reset switch.

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Setting up the camera

Note: If the light source where the camera is installed experiences rapid, wide-

variations in lighting, the camera may not operate as intended.

To quickly put the dome camera into operation:

1. Prepare the mounting surface.

2. Connect the power and network cables to the camera. See “Connecting the
devices” on page 6.

3. Mount the camera to the ceiling using the appropriate fasteners. See
“Mounting the dome cameras on a ceiling” on page 8.

4. Set up the camera’s network and streaming parameters so that the camera
can be controlled over the network. See “Chapter 3 Network and streaming
configuration” on page 15.

5. Program the camera to suit its location. See “Chapter 4 Camera
configuration” on page 25.

To quickly put the bullet camera into operation:

1. Prepare the mounting surface.

2. Connect the power and network cables to the camera. See “Connecting the
devices” on page 6.

3. Mount the camera to the ceiling using the appropriate fasteners. See
Mounting the bullet camera” on page 8.

4. Set up the camera’s network and streaming parameters so that the camera
can be controlled over the network. See “Chapter 3 Network and streaming
configuration” on page 15.

5. Program the camera to suit its location. See “Chapter 4 Camera
configuration” on page 25.

Connecting the devices

A qualified service person, complying with all applicable codes, should perform
all required hardware installation.

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Connect +24 VAC power supply.

Connect to network devices.

Connect +12 VDC power supply.

Connect to network devices.

Note: Do not attempt to extend the power/data cable connection using RJ45
couplers and Cat5 cable. Only use the data cable connection provided.

Note: Use 24 VAC or PoE/PoE+. The built-in heater requires the camera to be
powered by 24 VAC or PoE+ in order to operate. When powered by standard
PoE, the heater is disabled but the camera still functions normally.

Figure 3: Connections on the base of the dome cameras

1. Power supply

Figure 4: Connections of the bullet cameras

1. Power supply

2. Ethernet RJ45 PoE port

2. Ethernet RJ45 PoE port

Accessing the SDHC card

Insert an SDHC card up to 32GB for local storage as a backup in case the
network fails, for exam pl e (see Figure 1 on pa ge 5). The card is not supplied with
the camera.

Video and log files stored on the SDHC card can only be accessed via the Web
browser. You cannot access the card using TruVision Navigator or a recording
device.

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Note: There is no SDHC card slot in the bullet cameras.

Mounting the dome cameras on a ceiling

Mount the dome camera on a ceiling or wall.

To mount the dome on a ceiling:

1. Use the supplied template to mark out the mounting area. Drill the screw
holes on the ceiling. If you need to route the cables from the camera base, cut
a cable hole in the ceiling.

Cable hole

2. Secure the housing to the ceiling with screws.

3. Loosen the screws on the dome enclosure (1) using the supplied hex wrench
and remove the enclosure and the dome liner (2).

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Side knockout

4. Insert the dome module into the housing and pull the camera’s cables through
the threaded knockout on the base of the housing.

Note: The cables can also be passed through the threaded side knockout of
the housing. Use a waterproof conduit for the cables and seal all joints to
ensure so that no moisture can leak into the mounting surface.

5. Connect the network and power cables.

6. While viewing the video on the monitor, adjust horizontally and vertically the
camera pan and tilt. Adjust the lens focus to get optimal video effect.

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Pan

Lock screw

Tilt

Rotate

7. Reattach the dome liner and enclosure.

To mount the dome on a wall:

1. Use the supplied template to mark out the mounting area. Drill the screw
holes on the wall. If you need to route the cables from the camera base, cut a
cable hole in the wall.

Cable hole

2. Secure the housing to the wall with screws.

Note: Position the threaded side knockout facing downwards to prevent
moisture from entering the camera.

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3. Loosen the screws on the dome enclosure (1) using the supplied hex wrench
and remove the enclosure and the dome liner (2).

4. Insert the dome module into the housing and pull the camera’s cables through
the threaded knock out on t he base of the hou s ing.

Note: The cables can also be passed through the threaded side knockout of
the housing. Use a waterproof conduit for the cables and seal all joints to
ensure so that no moisture can leak into the mounting surface.

5. While viewing the video on the monitor, adjust horizontally and vertically the
camera pan and tilt. Adjust the lens focus to get optimal video effect.

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Pan

Lock screw

Tilt

6. Reattach the dome liner and enclosure.

Mounting the bullet camera

Mount the bullet camera on a ceiling or wall.

To mount the camera on a ceiling:

Rotate

1. Using the mounting bracket as a template, place it level against the mounting
surface and mark the position of the mounting holes.

2. Following all local codes, drill and prepare the mounting holes.

3. Securely fasten the mount to the mounting surface with the appropriate
fasteners. Clip the camera’s safety cable to the building’s superstructure for
security.

4. If needed, seal all mounting holes so that no moisture can leak into the
mounting surface.

5. Connect a Cat5e cable to the network cable, and connect a 12 VDC power
supply to the power cable.

6. Adjust the camera position and angle as required.

Using the camera with TVR 60/ TVN 20/ TVN 40/ LNVR and other systems

Please refer to the head-end user manuals for instructions on connecting and
operating the camera with these systems.

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Using the camera with TruVision Navigator

A camera must be connected to a TVR 60/ TVN 20/ TVN 40 in order to be
operated by TruVision N avigator. Please refer to the TruVision Navigator user
manual for instructions on operating the camera with the TruVision Navigator.

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Chapter 3

Network and streaming
configuration

This chapter explains how to configure the camera network settings.
The cameras can be configured and controlled using Microsoft Internet Explorer

(IE). The procedures described use Microsoft Internet Explorer (IE) web browser.
You must have administrator rights on your PC in order to configure the cameras

over the internet.

Checking your web browser security level

When using the web browser interface, you can install ActiveX controls to
connect and view video using Internet Explorer. However, you cannot download
data, such as video and images due to the increased security measure.
Consequently you should check the security level of your PC so that you are able
to interact with the cameras over the Web and, if necessary, modify the Active X
settings.

Configuring IE ActiveX controls

You should confirm the ActiveX settings of your web browser.

To change the web browser’s security level:

1. In Internet Explorer click Internet Options on the Tools menu.

2. On the Security tab, click the zone to which you want to assign a web site
under “Select a web content zone to specify its security settings”.

3. Click Custom Level.

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4. Change the ActiveX controls and plug-ins options that are signed or
marked as safe to Enable. Change the ActiveX controls and plug-ins
options that are unsigned to Prompt or Disable. Click OK.

- or ­Under Reset Custom Settings, click the security level for the whole zone in

the Reset To box, and select Medium. Click Reset.
Then click OK to the Internet Options Security tab screen.

5. Click Apply in the Internet Options Security tab screen.

Windows Vista and 7 users

Internet Explorer for Windows Vista and Windows 7 operating systems have
increased security measures to protect your PC from any malici ous software
being installed.

To have complete functionality of the Web browser interface with Windows Vista
and Windows 7, do the following:

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• Run the Browser interface and the DVR player application as an administrator
in your workstation

• Add the camera’s IP address to your browser’s list of trusted sites

To add the camera’s IP address to Internet Explorer’s list of trusted sites:

1. Open Internet Explorer.

2. Click Tools, and then Internet Options.

3. Click the Security tab, and then select the Trusted sites icon.

4. Click the Sites button.

5. Clear the “Require server verification (https:) for all sites in this zone box.

6. Enter the IP address in the “Add this website to the zone” field.

7. Click Add, and then click Close.

8. Click OK in the Internet Options dialog screen.

9. Connect to the camera for full browser functionality.

Accessing the camera over the internet

Use the web browser to access and configure the camera over the internet.
It is recommended that you change the administrator password once the set up

is complete. Only authorized users should be able to modify camera settings.
See “User management” on page 37 for further informat ion.

To access the camera online:

1. In the web browser enter the camera’s IP address (default is 192.168.1.70).
Use the tool, TruVision Device Finder, enclosed on the CD to find the IP
address of the camera.

The Login dialog box appears.
Note: Ensure that the Active X controls are enabled.

2. Enter your user name and password.
User name: admin
Password: 1234

3. Click OK. The Web browser window appears in live view mode.

Note: You can stop and start live view by clicking the Start/stop live view

button on the bottom of the window.

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Overview of the camera web browser

The camer a web browser lets you view, record, and play back recorded videos
as well as manage the camera from any PC with Internet access. The browser’s
easy-to-use controls give you quick access to all camera functions. See Figure 5
below.

Only one camera is accessible from a single Web browser window. If there is
more than one camera connected over the network, open a separate Web
browser window for each individual camera.

Note: Any changes made to the camera’s configuration only apply to this

camera. The configuration of other devices that may be connected to the
camera, such as cameras or DVRs, is not changed.

Figure 5: Web browser interface

Name Description

Item

1. PTZ controls For autofocus.
Note: Only the zoom function is available for fixed IP

cameras with motorized lens.

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when an SDHC card is inserted in the camera.

Item

2. Live view Click to view live video.

3. Playback Click to play back video.

4. Log Click to search for event logs. There are four main

5. Configuration Click to display the configuration window for setting up the

6. Viewer Click to view live or play back video. Time, date and camera

7. Current user Displays current user logged on.

8. Exit Click to log out from the system. This can be done at

9. Full screen Click to view as full screen.

10. Start/stop live view Click to start/stop live view.

11. Capture Click to take a snapshot of the video. The snapshot will be

Name

Description

information types: All, Alarm, Notification and Operation
Note: The Playback and Log functions are only available

camera. See Figure 6 on page 20.

name are displayed here.

anytime.

The top toolbar is not visible in full-screen mode.

saved to the default folder in JPEG format. See “Local
configuration” on page 20 for more information.

12. Start/stop recording Click to record live video.

13. Video image settings Click the required icon in the pop-up windo w and then s lide
the bar to adjust video image settings such as brightness,
contrast, saturation, hue and exposure time (exposure tim e
is equivalent to shutter speed). Changes appear immediately
and are also applie d to the settings in the menu “Camera
image settings” (see page 34).

14. e-PTZ N/A

Click to return to default
settings.

Configuring the camera’s net work settings

Once the camera hardware has been installed, configure the camera’s network
settings through the Web browser.

The camera Web browser lets you configure the camera remotely using your PC.
The camer a is configured using on-screen display (OSD) menus. In the Web
browser window click the Configuration button on the toolbar to display the

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Configuration panel

Menu window

Current user displayed

Exit system

Save changes

Parameters

Protocol type

Stream type

Display mode

Package file size

configuration window. The Local configurati on window appears. See Figure 6 on
page 20.

The camera is shipped with on-screen display (OSD) menus in English only.

Figure 6: Example of a configuration window (Local configuration shown)

There are two main folders in the configuration panel:

 Local configuration
 Remote configuration

Local configuration

Use the Local menu to manage the network type, display mode and local storage
paths. In the Configuration panel, click “Local configuration” to display the Local
settings window. See Figure 6 and Table 2 for descriptions of the different menu
parameters.

Table 2: Overview of the Local configuration window

Description

Specifies the network protocol used.

Options include: TCP and UDP.

Specifies the streaming method used.

Options include: Main stream and sub stream. Main is default.

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Specifies the width/height ratio of the image.

Options include: Full screen, 4:3, 16:9 or adjustable.

Specifies the maximum file size.

Options include: 128 MB, 256 MB and 512 MB

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Parameters

Transmission performance
Save record file

Save captured picture as

Save
picture as

Save download file as

Configuration folders

Basic information

Channel parameters

Description

Specifies the transmission speed.

Options include: Shortest delay mode, good real time, normal real
time and fluency, and good fluency.

as Specifies the directory for recorded files. The default directory is

C:\Program Data\Web\RecordFiles.

Specifies the directory for saving snapshot files. The default

directory is C:\Program Data\Web\BMPCaptureFiles.

playback captured

Specifies the directory for downloaded files. The default directory is

Specifies the directory for saving playback files. The default
directory is C:\Program Data\Web\PlaybackFiles.

C:\Program Data\Web\DownloadFiles.

Remote configuration

Use the “Remote configuration” panel to remotely configure the server, network,
camera, alarms, users, transactions and other parameters such as upgrading the
firmware. See Figure 7 and Table 3 for descriptions of the configuration folders
available.

Figure 7: Remote configuration panel (Basic information menu selected)

Table 3: Overview of the Remote configuration panel

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Description

Defines the camera name and RS-485 bus ID. This window

also displays the MAC address, device type, device SN and
the current firmware version. See “Information about the
camera” on page 22.

Defines the OSD properties of camera information, recording

parameters and schedules, motion detection parameters,
image quality, alarm responses, and overlay text. See
“Camera configuration” on page 25.

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Configuration folders

Network
Serial settings

Deployment time

User management

who can use the camera, their passwords and access

HDD

Remote upgrade

Default

Reboot device

Description

parameters Defines the network parameters required to access the

camera over the internet. See “Network parameters” on page

22.

N/A.

Defines the schedules during which events are registered.

See “Events scheduling” on page 28.

Defines

privileges. See “User management” on page 37on page 37.

management Defines how to format the SDHC card used in the camera.

See “Formatting the SD HC card” on page 39.

Defines how to upgrade the camera’s firmware. See

“Upgrading the firmware” on page 40.

Restores default settings. See “Restoring default settings” on

page 40.

Reboots the camera. See “Rebooting the camera” on page

41.

Information about the camera

Use the “Basic information” menu to define the camera name and RS-485 bus
ID. The default device name is “IP Camera” and device ID is 88. The camera can
have up to 12 alphanumeric characters in its name.

Several parameters are also prepopulated and cannot be changed manually
such as the camera, encoder, panel and hardware versions.

Network parameters

Accessing the camera through a network requires that you define certain network
settings. Use the “Network Parameters” folder to define the network settings. See
Figure 8 on page 23 for further information.

Note: When a network parameter is modified, the camera will prompt you to save

and reboot.

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Parameters

Network

Specifies the DNS server for your network. Default value is

PPPoE

DDNS

E

Figure 8: Network subfolder window

Table 4: Network parameters

Description

NIC type: Specifies the NIC type. Default is 10M/100M Auto. Other

options include: 10M half-dup, 10M full-dup, 100M half-dup and 100M
full-dup and 10M/100M auto. Default is 10M/100M.

IP address: Specifies the IP address of the camera.
Subnet mask: Specifies the subnet mask. Default value is

255.255.255.0.

Gateway: Specifies the gateway IP address. Default value is 0.0.0.0.
DNS server:

0.0.0.0.
HTTP port: Specifies the port used for the Internet Explorer (IE)

browser. Default value is 80.

Use this option to retrieve a dynamic IP address.

-mail Specifies the e-mail address to which messages are sent when an

Specifies either DynDNS or IP server.

alarm occurs. It is not possible to send an attachment with the e-mail.

To define the network parameters:

1. In the “Network Parameters” folder click the Network setting subfolder to

open its window.
From the NIC Type drop-down list, select the required value. Enter the values

for the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, DNS server and HTTP port. Click

Save to save changes.

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2. Click the PPPoE setting subfolder to open its window and check Enable

PPPoE. Enter the user name and password. Click Save to save changes.

3. Click the DDNS setting subfolder to open its window and check Enable

DDNS. Enter either IP server or DynDNS as protocol.

If DynDNS is selected, enter the user name and password registered to the
DynDNS web site. The domain name is that of the DynDNS web site. Click

Save to save changes and return to the “Network settings” menu.

4. Click the E-mail setting subfolder to open its window and enter t he SM TP
server, SMTP port, user name and password and the e-mail sender and
receiver addresses. Click Save to save changes.

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Chapter 4

Camera configuration

This chapter explains how to configure the cameras through a Web browser.
You must have administrator rights on your PC in order to configure the cameras

over the internet.

Camera parameters

This section describes how to config ur e t he camera settings from the Channel
Parameters window. There are seven subfolders, which are described below:

• Display settings: Define s how the date and time are displayed. By default
the name appears in the lower right corner of the window and the date/time
on the top. See “Defining how information is displayed” on page 26 for
information on defi ning the camera name.

• Video settings: Defines the video settings of a camera. The stream mode,
stream type, resolution, image quality, bit rate, frame rate, and video
compression can all be modified. See “Defining the system time” on page 27
for more information.

• Schedule record: Defines the recording schedule of the camera. See
“Defining a recording schedule” on page 30.

• Motion detection: Defines the on-screen area to trigger a response and the
method of response. See “Motion detection alarm” on page 31.

• Text overlay: Defines up to four lines of extra text on-screen. They can be
positioned anywhere. See “Adding extra on-screen text” on page 33.

• Camera image settings: Defines image quality parameters as well as
camera behavior such as shutter speed, iris mode, day/night mode, IR mode,
image flip, power mode and white balance.

• Time & date: Defines the synchronization of the time and date with the NTP
server.

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All changes made apply only to the camera being configured. Parameters cannot
be copied to another camera.

Note: When schedule parameters are modified, the camera will prompt you to

reboot after the changes are saved.

Figure 9: Channel parameters folder (Display setting menu shown)

Defining how information is displayed

In addition to the camera name, the camera also displays the system date and
time on screen. You can also define how the text appears on screen.

To position the date/time on screen:

1. In the Channel Parameters folder click the Display Setting subfolder to open
its window.

2. Check the Date&Time box to display the date/time on screen.

3. Check the Week box to include the day of the week in the on-screen display.

4. Select the date format from the Date format list box. Formats include:

• YYYY-MM-DD

• MM-DD-YYYY (Default)

• DD-MM-YYYY

5. Select the time format from the Time format list box. Formats include: 24­hour and 12-hour.

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6. Select a display mode for the camera from the OSD Status list box. Display
modes include:

• Transparent & unflickering. The image appears through the text.

• Transparent & flickering. The image appears through the text. The text

flashes on and off.

• Non-transparent & unflickering. The image is behind the text. This is

default.

• Non-transparent & flickering. The image is behind the text. The text

flashes on and off.

7. Click Save to save changes.

Defining the system time

NTP (Network Time Protocol) is a protocol for synchronizing the clocks of
network devices, such as IP cameras and computers. Connecting network
devices to a dedicated NTP time server ensures that they are all synchronized.

To define the system time and date:

1. In the “Channel Parameters” folder click the Time & Date subfolder to open
its window.

2. Check one of the options for setting the time and date:
Synchronize with an NTP server: Check the enable box and enter the

server NTP address.

- Or ­Set manually: Enter the current date and time values.

3. Select your time zone.

4. Click Save to save changes.

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Alarm parameters

For future use.

Events scheduling

Use the deployment time menu to schedule when events can be registered.
Outside of these schedul ed peri ods , the system cannot register any events. You
can configure up to four event periods a day.

For the event schedule to be operational, you must also define the m oti on
detection parameter s (see page 31) as well as the alarm input and output
parameters (see page 28.) The recording schedule for motion detection must fall
within the time period of the event schedule.

Figure 10: Deployment time me n u

To define an event schedule:

1. Click the “Deployment” folder to open its window.

2. Under “Event type” select the Motion detection.

3. Select the day of the week and the time period for the event schedule. The
time periods must not over l ap.

4. Select another day of the week to set up its event schedule.

- Or ­Copy the event schedule to other days of the week by checking the days

required and click Copy.

5. Click Save to save changes.

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Parameter

Channel

Encod

Stream type

Resolution

Image quality

Bit rate type

Defining recording parameters

You can adjust the video recording parameters to obtain the picture quality and
file size best suited to your needs. Figure 11 below lists the recording options you
can configure for the camera.

Figure 11: Video setting menu

Description

name Name of the camera

ing parameters Specifies the dual streaming method used.

Options include: Main stream and sub stream. Default is Main.

Specifies the stream type you wish to record.

Select Video to record video stream only. Select Video&Audio to record
both video and audio streams. Default value is Video&Audio.

Specifies the recording resolution. A higher image resolution provides a

higher image quality but also requires a higher bit rate. The resolution
options listed depend on the type of camera and on whether main or
sub stream is being used. If you make changes to this option, you must
reboot the camera to implement the changes. The options are:

Main stream: 352*240, 352 *288, 640*480.
Sub stream: 320*240, 352*240 and 352*288.
Note: Resolutions can vary depending on the camera model.

Specifies the quality level of the image.

Value is prepopulated High. It cannot be changed.

Specifies whether variable or fixed bit rate is used. Variable produces

higher quality results suitable for video downloads and streaming.
Default is Constant.

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Parameter

Max bit rate
Frame rate

I

Multicast address

RTSP port

Video encode

Description

Specifies the maximum allowed bit rate. A high image resolution

requires that a high bit rate must also be selected.
Options include: 32 bps, 48, 64, 80, 96, 128, 160, 192, 224, 256, 320,

384, 448, 512, 640, 768, 896, 1024, 1536, 1792, 2048, Custom (enter a
value manually). Default value is 2048.

Specifies the frame rate for the selected resolution.

The frame rate is the number of video frames that are shown or sent per
second. Default value is 25 (PAL)/ 30 (NTSC).

-frame interval A video compression method. It is strongly recommended not to change
the default value displayed: 25.

Specifies a D-class IP address between 224.0.0.0 to 239.255.255.255.

You do not need to specify this option if you are not using the multicast
function. Some routers prohibit the use of multicast function in case of a
network storm. The default value is 0.0.0.0.

Specifies the RTSP port. The default value is 554.

r type Specifies the video encoder used.

Options include: H.264 and MPEG4

Defining a recording schedule

You can define a recording schedule for the camera in the “Schedule record”
window. The recording is saved on to the SDHC card in the camera. Although all
recordings are saved o n a DVR, the camera’s SDHC card provides a backup in
case of network failure, for example.

The selected recording schedule applies to all alarm types.
You will be prompted to reboot the camera after making any schedule

modifications.

Post-event recording times

The post-event record time is used if you have the motion detection enabled.
When a motion alarm is cleared, the camera will continue recording based on the
value specified in this option. Options include: 5 (default), 10, 30 seconds, 1, 2, 5,
and 10 minutes.

To define a recording schedule:

1. In the “Channel parameters” folder click the Schedule record subfolder to
open its window.

2. Click the Enable Recording box to enable recording.

3. Select the post record time from the drop-down list.

4. Select whether the recording will be for the whole week (All day recording) or

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Note: To disable recording, deselect the option.

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If you have selected “All day recording”, select one of the record types to
record from the drop-down list box:

• Schedule recording. This is continuous recording.

• Motion detection

5. If you selected “Section recording”, click the day of the week required and
then for section (period) 1 set the start and end times during which you want
the camera to begin and end recording.

From the drop-down list box select one of the record types to record.
Repeat for additional p er iods in t he day . Up to four time periods can be

selected.

Note: The four time periods cannot overlap.

6. Set the recording periods for the other days of the week if required.
Use the Copy to option to copy the recording periods to another day of the

week.

7. Click Save to save changes.

Notes

• The camera will prompt you to reboot in order for the schedule to take effect.

• If you set the record ty pe to “Motion detection”, you must also define the

motion detection alarm in order to trigger motion recording. See “Motion
detection alarms” below for more information.

Motion detection alarms

You can define motion detect ion al ar ms. A motion detection alarm re fer s to an
alarm triggered when the camera detects motion. However, the motion alarm is
only triggered if it occurs during a programmed time schedule.

Select the level of sensitivity to motion as well as the target size so that only
objects that could be of interest can trigger a motion recording. For example, the
motion recording is triggered by the movement of a person but not that of a cat.

You can define the area on screen where the motion is detected, the level of
sensitivity to motion, the schedule when the camera is sensitive to detecting

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motion as well as which methods are used to alert you to a motion detection
alarm.

Use the “Motion detection” window in the “Channel parameters” folder to change
the motion detection set ti ng s.

The recording schedule of the motion detection must fall within the time period of
the event schedule in order to operate correctly. See “Events scheduling” on
page 28 for more informati o n.

Figure 12: Motion detection menu

Defining a motion detection alarm requires the following tasks:

1. Events schedule: Define the schedule during which the system inputs and
outputs are operational to detect alarms. See “Events scheduling” on page

28.

2. Re cording schedule: Define the schedule during which motion detection can
be recorded. See “Defining a recording schedule” (see page 30).

3. Settings areas: Define the on-screen area that can trigger a motion detection
alarm and the detection sensitivity level. See below.

4. Linkage: Specify the method of response to the alarm. See below.

To define the motion detection areas and response method:

Note: The deployment and motion detection recording schedules must also be

defined for motion to be detect ed and recorded. See “Events scheduling” on
page 28 and “Defining a recording schedule” on page 30.

1. In the Channel Parameters folder click the Motion detection subfolder to
open its window.

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Send

Trigger

2. Check the Enable Motion Detection box.

Note: Deselect the “Enable Motion Detection” option to disable the motion

detection alarm.

3. Define the motion detection area or areas.
Click the Zone settings tab to display the motion detection window.
Place your mouse pointer at a point on the window from where you want to

start marking the motion detection area and it to mark the area sensitive to
motion. Several areas can be defined.

Note: You cannot adjust an area already drawn. Click Clear All to delete all

areas marked and restart drawing.

4. Select the motion detection se nsi ti vity level from the drop-down list.
All areas will have the same sensitivity level.

5. Click the Linkage tab. The Linkage window appears.

6. Check one or more response methods for the system when a motion
detection alarm is trig ger ed.

Email Sends an e-mail to a specified address when there is a

motion detection alarm. See “Network parameters” on
page 22 for further information.

channel Triggers the recording to start in the camera (A1).

7. Click Save to save changes.

Adding extra on-screen text

You can add up to four lines of text on screen. This option can be used, for
example, to display emergency contact details. Each text line can be positioned
anywhere on screen.

To add on-screen text:

1. In the Channel Parameters folder click the Text Overlay subfolder to open its
window.

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Parameter

Brightness
Video saturation
Sharpness

2. Check the OSD text box for the first line of text.

3. Enter the text in the Text information column. There is no limit t o the number
of alphanumeric characters that can be used.

4. Enter the X and Y position co-ordinates of the text line on screen. The X
position values are 0 to 704 and Y position values are 0 to 576.

5. Repeat steps 2 and 4 for each extra line of text, selecting the next string
number.

6. Click Save to save changes.

Configuring the video image

You may need to adjust the camera image depending on the camera model or
location background in order to get the best image quality. You can adjust the
brightness, contrast, saturation and sharpness of the video image. See Figure 14
below.

Brightness, contrast, saturation, hue and shutter speed can also be modified in
live view using the pop-up video image menu. See item 13 in Figure 13 on page
34 for more information.

Use this menu to also adjust camera behavior parameters such as shutter speed,
iris mode, day/night mode, IR mode, image flip, power mode and white balance.

Figure 13: Camera image settings menu

Description

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Modifies the different elements of picture quality by adjusting
the position of the values for each of parameter.

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Parameter

Shutter

depend on the lens

Iris mode

Power mode

IR

Day
IR cut delay

WDR
WDR level 2

WDR contrast level

BLC

Image flip

White balance

Description

The shutter speed controls the length of time that the aperture

is open to let light into the camera through the lens.
Select a higher value to see movement and a lower value to

see clearer images. The settings available
type used.

There are two settings, Manual and DC Iris. The type of lens

determines which setting is used.

The camera cannot auto-sense the power supply.

Select 50 Hz (PAL) or 60 Hz (NTSC) depending on your
region.

mode Defines whether the camera is in day or night mode. The day

(color) option could be used, for example, if the camera is
located indoors where light levels are always good.

Options:

Day: Camera is always in day mode.
Night: Camera is always in night mode.
Auto: The camera automatically detects which mode to use.

Default is Auto.

/Night Adjusts the sensitivity of the camera to color or black and

white.
Options: Low, Normal or High. Default is Normal.

Adjusts the delay time to change between day and night

mode.

level 1

1.3MPX onlyWhen enabled, this feature (wide dynamic
range) allows you to see details of objects in shadows or
details of objects in bright areas of frames that have high
contrast between light and dark areas.

N/A

N/A

N/A

Use this function to flip the original image into a mirror image.

This could be used, for example, when the camera needs to
be installed upside down. The image can be flipped
horizontally (up/down), vertically (right/left) or centered.
Default is None.

Note: The on-screen text does not flip.

White balance (WB) tells the camera what the color white

looks like. Based on this information, the camera will then
continue to display all colors correctly even when the color
temperature of the scene changes such as from daylight to
fluorescent lighting, for example. Select one of the options:

Auto: White balance is determined automatically.
White balance 1: White balance for indoor environments.
White balance 2: White balance for outdoor environments.

This option is only available on 1.3 MPX camera models.

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Chapter 5

Camera management

This chapter describes how to use the camera once it is installed and configured.
The camera is accessed through a Web browser.

User management

This section describes how to manage users from the “User Management”
window. You can:

 Add or delete users
 Modify passwords

Only the administrator c an man ag e us ers . Th e administrator can create up to 15
additional individual users. When new users are added to the list, the
administrator can define individual passwords or each user can use a default
password. See Figure 14 below.

Figure 14: User management window

Passwords limit access to the camera and the same password can be used by
several users. When creating a new user, you must give the user a password.
There is no default password provided for all users. Users can modify their
password. However, only the administrator can create a password for a user.

Note: Keep the admin password in a safe place. If you should forget it, contact
technical support.

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You can control who can connect to a camera by the user IP and physical (MA C)
addresses entered for a user. Setting up a user with a MAC address from the
user’s computer prohibits access to the camera from other computers. All users
can connect to a camera when IP and MAC addresses are set to zero.

The user access rights must be set up for each camera individually.

Types of users

A user’s access privileges to the system are automatically defined by their user
type. There are three types of user:

 Admin: This is the system administrator. The administrator can configure all

settings. Only the administrator can create and delete user accounts. Admin
cannot be deleted.

 Operator: This user can only change the configuration of his/her own

account. An operator cannot create or dele te other user s .

 Viewer: This user can use the live view, record and playback modes as well

as take snapshots. However, they cannot change any configuration settings
nor search the logs for events.

Adding and deleting users

The administrator can create up to 15 users. Only the system administrator can
create or delete users.

To add a user:

1. Click the User management folder to open its window.

2. Select the Add button. The user management window appears.

Note: Only the administrator can create a user.

3. Enter a user name. The name can have up to 16 alphanumeric characters.

4. Assign the user a password. Passwords can have up to 16 al pha nu mer ic
characters.

5. Enter the IP address and physical address (MAC address) of the user’s
computer.

6. Select the type of user from the drop-down list. The options are Viewer and
Operator.

7. Click OK to save the changes and return to the main “User management”
window.

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To delete a user:

1. Click the User management folder to open its window.

2. Select the Delete button. The user management window appears.
Note: Only the administrator can delete a user.

3. Click the desired user in the list. Select Delete.
Confirm that you want to delete the user.

4. Click OK to save the changes.

Modifying user information

You can easily change the information about a user such as their name,
password or computer ID.

To modify user information:

1. Click the User management folder to open its window.

2. Select the user.

3. Click the Modify button The user management window appears.

4. Change the information required.
Note: The user “Admin” can only be changed by entering the admin

password.

5. Click OK to save the changes.

Formatting the SDHC card

Use the HDD Configuration window to display the capacity and free space
available on the SDHC card in the camera as well as the working status of the
HDD. You can also format the card.

Note: This function is not available for bullet cameras.
Before formatting the HDD (the SDHC card) stop all recording. Once formatting

is completed, reboot the camera as otherwise the device will not function
properly.

When the card becomes full, it overwrites the oldest recordings.

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To format the SDHC card:

1. Click the HDD Management folder to open its window.

2. Click Select All in the HDD Number column to select the SDHC card. Only
one HDD option is listed.

3. Click Format. A window appears showing the formatting status.

Restoring default settings

Use the Default menu to restore default settings to the camera. There are two
options available:

 Full mode: All parameters are restored to factory default settings.
 Basic mode: All parameters are restored to factory default settings except for

the network settings IP address, subnet mask gate and port.

You can also do a hard reset by pressing the INITIAL SET button on the base of
the camera (see Figure 3 on page 7).

To restore default settings:

1. Click the Default folder to open its window.

2. Click either Full mode or Basic mode. You will receive a prompt asking you
to reboot the camera.

Upgrading the firmware

The camera firmware is stored in the flash memory. Use the upgrade function to
write the firmware file (digicap.DAV) into the flash memory.

You need to upgrade firmware when it has become outdated. When you upgrade
the firmware, all existing settings are unchanged. Only the new features are
added with their default settings.

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To upgrade the firmware through the Web browser:

1. Download on to your computer the latest firmware from our web site at:
www.utcfssecurityproductspages.eu/videoupgrades/

2. In the “Remote configuration” folder select the subfolder “Remotely upgrade”
to open the “Remotely upgrade” window.

3. Click the Browse button to locate the latest digicap.DAV file on your
computer.

4. Click Update. You will receive a prompt asking you to reboot the camera.

Rebooting the camera

The camera can be easily rebooted remotely.
Click the folder Reboot device to open its window. Click OK to the questi on

“Restart the device?” The camera reboots.

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Camera operation

This chapter describes how to use the camera once it is installed and configured.

Logging on and off

You can easily login and out of the camera browser window by clicking the Login
button on the menu toolbar. You will be asked each time to enter your user name
and password when logging in.

Figure 15: Login dialog box

Only one camera is accessible from a Web browser window. If there is more than
one camera connected to the network, open a separate Web browser window for
each individual camera.

Live view mode

Once logged in, open the camera’s Web browser window and click “Live” on the
menu toolbar to access live view mode. See “Figure 5: Web browser interface”
on page 18 for the desc r ipt ion of the interface.

You can stop and start live view by clicking the Start/stop live view button on
the bottom of the screen.

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Adjusting the image quality

Click the video parameters button in the live view window to get a pop-up window
that lets you adjust video image settings such as brightness, contrast, saturation,
hue and exposure time (see Figure 5 on page 18). Changes appear immediately
and are also applied to the settings in the menu “Camera image settings” (see
page 34).

Manual recording

You can manually record live video and store the images on your computer’s
desk top. In the live view window, click the Record button at the bottom of the
screen. To stop recording, click the button again.

A folder with the recording automatically opens on your computer desktop when
recording stops.

Note: You must have manual recording rights to manually record images. See

“Modifying user information” on page 39 for more information.

Taking a snapshot

You can take a snapshot of a scene when in live view. Simply click the snapshot
button located at the bottom of the screen to save an image. The image is in jpeg
format. Snapshots are saved on the hard drive.

Playing back recorded video

You can easily search and play back recorded video from the dome cameras.
Note: There must be an SDHC card inserted in the camera to be able to use the

playback functions. Playback is not available for the bullet cameras a s they
cannot be used with an SDHC card.

To search recorded video stored on the camera’s SDHC card for playback, click

Playback on the menu toolbar. The Playback window displays. See Figure 16 on

page 45.

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Item

1.

2.

3.

4

You cannot search by particular criteria such as alarm

5.

6.

7

8

9

type of

10

Figure 16: Playback window

Name Description

Playback button Click to open the Playback window.
Full screen Click to view as full screen.
Current status Displays recording type currently being played.

. Search calendar Click the day required to search.

type or time. However, the type of recording is
displayed in the recording type bar (see item 9). The
color codes of the recording types are shown in item

11.
Locate time Click to enter a specific time period to search.
Start search Start search. Results are listed in the file list box

underneath and are arranged by start time.

. Download Click to download the selected file to your computer

desktop.

. Control playback Click to control how the selected file is played back:

play, stop, reverse and fast forward playback.

. Timeline bar The timeline bar displays the 24-hour period of the

day being played back. It moves left (oldest) to right
(newest). The bar is color-coded to display the
recording.

Click a location on the timeline to move the cursor to
where you want playback to start. The timeline can
also be scrolled to earlier or later periods for play
back.

. Time moment Vertical bar shows where you are in the playback

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displayed.

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Item

1

displays the recording type. Recording

1

1

Name Description

1. Recording type The color code
types are schedule recording, alarm recording and
manual recording.

The recording type name is also displayed in the
current status window.

2. Archive functions Click these buttons for the following archive actions:

Capture a snapshot image of the playback

video.

Save the selected file onto your desktop.

3. Audio

Adjust the audio level.

To play back a recorded file
Note: You must have playback rights to playback recorded images. See

“Modifying user information” on page 39 for more information.

1. Search for the desired video files using the Playback window. Recordings can
be searched by date and time. They are listed in the file list box and are
arranged by start time.

2. Double-click a video file in the file list box to start playback. Only the selected
file is played.

While playing back a video, the timeline bar displays the type and time of the
recording. The timeli n e can be manual l y scr ol l ed usi ng the mouse.

Searching event logs

There must be an SD card inserted in the ca mera to be abl e to record logs. The
log function is not available for the bullet cameras as they cannot be used with an
SD card.

The number of event logs that can be stored on a SD card depends on the
capacity of the card. When this capacity is reached, the system starts deleting
older logs. To view logs stored on the camera’s SD card, click Log on the menu
toolbar. The Log window appears. See Figure 17 on page 47.

Note: You must have view log access rights to search and view logs. See “User

management” on page 37 for more information.

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1.

2.

3. Start and end search times

Log type

Alarm

Notification

Operation

Figure 17: Log window

Logs type

Date search

4. Start search

5. Export log. Save selected logs to your
computer desktop.

You can search for recorded logs by the following criteria:
Log type: There are three types of logs: Alarm, Notification and Operation. See

Table 5 below for their descriptions.

Date: Logs can be searched by date.
Time: Logs can be searched by start and end recording times.

Table 5: Types of logs

Description of events included

Motion Detect Start, Motion Detect Stop

Video Signal Loss, Illegal Access, Hard Disk Error, Hard Disk Full, IP

Conflict, and DCD Lost

Power On, Shut Down, Abnormal Shut, Panel Login, Panel Logout, Panel

Config, Panel File Play, Panel Time Play, Local Start Record, Local Sto p
Record, Panel PTZ, Panel Preview, Panel Set Time, Local Upgrade, Net
Login, Net Logout, Net Start Record, Net Stop Record, Net Start
Transparent Channel, Net Stop Transparent Channel, Net Get Parameter,
Net Config, Net get Status, Net Alert On, Net Alert Off, Net Reboot,
BiComStart (Start Voice Talk), BiComStop (Stop Voice Talk), Net Upgrade,
Net File Play, Net Time Play, Net PTZ

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To search logs by type:

1. Click Log in the menu toolbar to display the Log window.

2. In the Log Type drop-down list select the desired option.

3. Click Search to start your search. The results appear in the window.

To search logs by date and time:

1. Click Log in the menu toolbar to display the Log window.

2. Select a date to be searched. Only one day can be searched at a time.

3. Enter a start and end time.

4. Click Search to start your search. The results appear in the window.

Archiving recorded files

Export recorded files onto your computer desktop for archiving. You can also
archive specific incidents in a file.

Use the standard file player software to play back the videos on your PC.
Video that is manually recorded during live view mode is saved directly to your

computer desktop (see page 44).

Note: You must have playback privileges to play back recorded files. Avoid

moving the external recording device when backing up information onto it.

To archive a recorded video file:

1. Search for the required recorded file.
For more information on searching for recorded files, see “Playing back

recorded video” on pa g e 44 and “Searching event logs” on page 46.

2. Select the file that you want to archive.

3. In playback mode:
Click Download to start archiving the file to your computer desktop.

- Or ­While playing back a video, click the save button to start archiving the file

to your computer desktop. Click again to stop archiving.

In log results:

Click the Export log to start archiving the file to your computer desktop

To archive a recorded video segment during playback:

1. While playing back a recorded file click the save button to start recording
and click it again to stop recording. A video segment is created.

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Item

1
2

3

4

5

6

7

2. Repeat step 1 to create additional segments. You can generate up to 30
additional segments. The video segments are saved onto your computer
desktop.

Controlling zoom and focus

In live view you can control the focus and zoom functions of the camera.

PTZ control panel

Use the PTZ control panel to control the focus and zoom functions o f the
cameras.

In live view, click / to display/hide the PTZ control panel.

Figure 18: PTZ control panel

Table 6: Description of the PTZ control panel

Description

. Directional pad/auto-scan buttons: Controls the movements and directions of the

PTZ. Center button is used to start auto-pan by the PTZ dome camera.
. Zoom, focus and iris: Adjusts zoom, focus and iris.
. PTZ movement: Adjusts the speed of PTZ movement.
. Turns on/off camera light
. Turns on/off camera wiper
. Auto focus
. Initializes the lens

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Electrical

Voltage input

Power consumption

Miscellaneous

Connectors

Operating temperature

Storage temperature

Dimensions (D × H)

Weight

Environmental rating

PC requirements

Intel

Memory

Operating system

CGI

Browser

Appendix A

Specifications

TruVision outdoor IP dome cameras

24 VAC ± 10%

PoE (IEEE 802.3af - heater will be disabled)
High PoE (802.3at)

Max. 12 W (w/o heater)

Max. 24 W (heater on)

AC jack flying lead, RJ45 flying lead

-40 to +60 °C (-40 to +140 °F)

-20 to +70 °C (-4 to +158 °F)

Φ 160 × 146 mm (Φ 6.29 × 5.75 in.)

2100 g (4.62 lbs)

IP66

-based PC 1 GHz or faster
1 GB RAM

Windows® XP, Vista or Windows 7

Direct X 9.0 or later

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later

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6BAppendix A: Specifications

Electrical

Voltage input

Power consumption

Miscellaneous

Connectors

Operating temperature

Storage temperature

Dimensions (L × W × H)

Weight

Environmental rating

Network

Protocols
Ethernet/IP

PC requirements

Intel

Memory

Operating system

CGI

Browser

TruVision outdoor IP bullet cameras

12 VDC, PoE (IEEE 802.3af)

Max. 12 W

DC jack flying lead, RJ45 flying lead

-10 to +60 °C (14 to 140 °F)

-20 to +70 °C (-4 to +158 °F)
98 × 88.6 × 328.8 mm (3.86” ×3.49” × 12.94 in.)

1700 g (3.75 lbs)

IP66

TCP/IP, HTTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, RTP/RTCP, PPPoE,

SMTP, NTP

CoS 802.1 p/Q, QoS, IPv4

-based PC 1 GHz or faster

1 GB RAM

Windows® XP, Vista or Windows 7

Direct X 9.0 or later

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later

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Appendix B

Pin definitions

There are eight wires on a standard UTP/STP cable and each wire is color­coded. The following shows the pin allocation and color of straight and crossover
cable connection:

Figure 19: Straight-through ca b le

1 White/Orange
2 Orange Orange 2
3 White-Green White-Green 3
4 Blue Blue 4
5

6
7
8

Figure 20: Cross-over cable

1 White/Orange
2 Orange Orange 2
3 White-Green White-Green 3

White/Blue

Green

White/Brown

Brown Brown

White/Orange 1

White/Blue 5
Green 6
White/Brown 7

White/Orange 1

8

4 Blue Blue 4
5 White/Blue White/Blue 5
6 Green Green 6
7 White/Brown White/Brown 7
8 Brown Brown 8

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7BAppendix B: Pin definitions

Please make sure your connected cables have the same pin assignment and
color as above before deploying the cables in your network.

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Index

A

Alarm configuration, 28

response method, 28
Alarm inputs configuration, 28
Alarm outputs configuration, 28
Alarm types

motion detection, 31
Archived files

playing back, 48
Archiving files

recorded files, 48

set up default directories, 20

snapshots of recorded files, 48

B

Brightness setup, 19, 34

C

Cabling requirements, 4
Camera configuration, 25
Camera descriptions, 5
Camera image

configuring, 34

day/night, 35

flip, 35

white balance, 35
Camera name

changing, 22

display, 26
Camera recording schedule

configuring, 30
Ceiling mounting

bullet camera, 12

dome camera, 8
Channel configuration, 25
Contrast setup, 19, 34

D

Date format set up, 26
Day/night setup, 35
Default settings

restore, 40
Device information

display, 22

Display information on-screen

set up, 26

E

E-mail setup

alarm response method, 28
configuring, 23

Events

searching logs, 46

Events schedule

defining, 28

Exposure time setup, 19

F

Firmware upgrade, 40
Frame rate

configuring, 30

H

Hard drive

capacity, 39
card full, 39

formatting, 39
Heater, 7
Hue setup, 19

I

Image flip, 35
Installing the cameras, 6
IP address

configuring, 23

finding IP address of camera, 17

L

Language, 20
Live view mode

starting, 43
Logging on and off, 43
Logs

information type, 47

search logs, 46

viewing logs, 46

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Index

M

Motion detection

configuring, 31
marking the detection areas, 33

Mounting bullet cameras

on a ceiling, 12

Mounting dome cameras

on a ceiling, 8
on a wall, 10

N

Network parameters, 22
Network protocol

setup, 20

Network settings

configuring, 19, 23

overview of local camera parameters, 20
NTP synchronization, 27
NTSC format

selecting, 35

P

PAL format

selecting, 35
Passwords

modifying, 39
Playback

play back recorded files, 46

screen, 44

searching recorded video, 44
Post-event recording times

description, 30

R

Reboot camera, 41
Recording

defining events schedule, 28

defining recoding schedule, 30

manual recording, 44

playback, 44

snapshots from recorded files, 48

snapshots in live view mode, 44
Recording parameters setup, 29
Resolution

configuring, 29

S

Saturation setup, 19, 34
SDHC card

accessing in camera, 7

capacity, 39
card full, 39
formatting, 39

free space available, 39
Sharpness setup, 34
Shutter speed setup, 35
Snapshots

archiving snapshots from recorded files, 48

saving during live view mode, 44
Streaming

main/sub setup, 20
System time

set up, 27

T

Text

adding extra lines of text on screen, 33
Text display on screen

appearance, 26
Time format set up, 26
TruVision Device Finder, 17
TruVision Navigator

using with, 13
TVR 60/TVN 20

using with, 12

U

User settings, 37
Users

adding new users, 38

deleting a user, 39

modifying computer ID, 39

modifying password, 39

types of users, 38

V

Video quality, 34

W

Wall mounting

dome camera, 10
Web browser

accessing the camera, 17

overview of the interface, 18
Web browser security level

checking, 15
White balance setup, 35
Wiring the bullet camera, 7
Wiring the dome camera, 7

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