JVC GV-LS1B User Guide

LIVE STREAMING CAMERA

Detailed User Guide

GV-LS1

LYT2498-002A

Table of Contents

Introduction

Verifying the Accessories ......................4

Component Names and Functions .......5

Camera ............................................................. 5

About drip-proof performance ..............7

Before use ........................................................ 7

After use ........................................................... 7

Configuring the Camera Settings

Appropriate for Your Needs ..............8

Example 1: Worried about your pet staying at

home alone.................................................. 8

Example 2: Record birds coming to a feeder on

the balcony. ................................................. 9

Example 3: Live-stream a performance in a

studio. .......................................................... 9

Preparation

Flow of Connection/Setup ................... 10

Starting shooting ............................................ 10

Connecting the Camera to Your

Computer ..........................................11

Connecting the AC Adapter ................. 12

Configuring the Camera Settings

Appropriate for Your Needs ............13

Configuring the initial settings ........................ 13

Changing the settings after changing the

connection destination .............................. 14

Configuring the Camera Settings .......15

Adjusting the clock ......................................... 15

Setting the user name and password ............ 16

Selecting the Format of Images to be

Streamed/Saved ...............................17

Allowing You to Connect from Outside

(Monitoring Setting) .........................18

Obtaining a DDNS account ............................ 18

Setting up the DDNS account ........................ 18

Adding a camera driver's user........................ 19

Changing the Connection Destination

Establishing a wired connection to the access point

Connecting to the access point wirelessly (Wi-Fi)

Connecting to a computer directly (Wi-Fi Direct) ...

..... 20

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Connecting Multiple Cameras .............24

Establishing a wired connection .........25

Inserting/Removing an SD Card ........ 26

Inserting ......................................................... 26

Removing ....................................................... 26

Approximate recording times ......................... 26

Compatible SD cards ..................................... 26

Attaching/Removing the Battery .........27

Attaching ........................................................ 27

Removing ....................................................... 27

Charging ......................................................... 27

Connecting an External Mic ............... 28

Connecting to the camera .............................. 28

Attaching to the hot shoe ............................... 28

Connecting the AV Cord ..................... 29

Use

Using the Unit Alone ........................... 30

Turning on/off the power ................................ 30

Information

Setting Item List ................................... 39

"NETWORK" .................................................. 39

Introduction Preparation Use Information

Starting/Stopping recording ........................... 30

Controlling from a Web Browser .........31

Logging in ....................................................... 31

Controlling the camera ("MONITOR" tab) ...... 32

Configuring the camera settings .................... 34

Managing files stored on the SD card ("FILE

MANAGEMENT" tab) ................................ 35

Checking the message history ("STATUS" tab)

.................................................................. 36

Using "JVC CAM Control" ....................37

Installing "JVC CAM Control" .......................... 37

Streaming images .......................................... 37

Using the Mobile Terminal .................. 38

Names of Apps for mobile terminals .............. 38

Installing the App for mobile terminals ........... 38

"CAMERA" ...................................................... 43

"MANAGE" ..................................................... 44

Troubleshooting .................................. 46

Connection ..................................................... 46

Setup .............................................................. 47

Use ................................................................. 49

Error messages .............................................. 50

Lamp Status List ............................................ 52

Resetting to the factory settings .................... 53

Deleting (Resetting) the connection information

.................................................................. 53

Updating the firmware .................................... 54

Battery Pack (optional) ................................... 54

Specifications ...................................... 55

Introduction

Verifying the Accessories

If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your place of purchase or customer support.

Camera

Camera.

AC Adapter UIA312-0520

AC cord

Rear cover

LAN cable (cross)

Software CD-ROM

Connect it to the camera or pantilter when using with AC power. (

page 12 )

➭

* Attach the AC cord.

Use it when connecting the AC adapter.

Attach this cover to rear of the camera when using the unit outdoor,

etc.

Attach the rear cover when you need the drip-proof mechanism.

The unit works without the cover for normal use.

Use it to connect the unit, computer, and access point (router).

Also used when you configure the initial settings.

Use it to install the supplied software "JVC CAM Control". ( ➭ page

37)

Basic User Guide

• Purchase an SD card separately.

• When using the AC adapter overseas, use a commercially available conversion plug appropriate for the country

or region.

Describes the basic operations, "Safety Precautions" and

"Cautions".

Please read the instructions carefully before use and operate

correctly as instructed.

Component Names and Functions

Camera

Front

Back

Introduction

Internal mic (stereo)

Transmits/Records sounds coming through this mic

when no external mic is connected.

Lens

Be careful not to touch directly or let anything come

into contact.

LED light

Works as a light in dark places. Turn on/off from a

browser. ( ➭ page 34)

Information lamp

Can be lit up to indicate the recording status, etc.

Camera sensor

Adjusts the white balance automatically. Make sure

that this sensor is not hidden behind any objects.

1 2

354

Reset button

Resets the network settings when you press and

hold this button with the tip of a paper clip or the

like for 3 seconds or longer while the AC adapter is

connected. ( ➭ page 53)

Use it e.g. if a wrong network setting has been

configured and a connection cannot be established.

LAN terminal

Connect a LAN cable to establish a wired

connection to the computer or access point (router).

( ➭ page 25)

Network mode switch

Switches the network mode. ( ➭ page 20)

DIRECT: To connect to a computer wirelessly (Wi-Fi)

WLAN: To connect to an access point (wireless LAN

router) wirelessly (Wi-Fi)

LAN(OFF): To establish a wired connection, or to

establish no wireless connection

Battery terminal

Connect a separately purchased battery pack (BN-

VG139U) e.g. when using outdoors. ( ➭ page 27)

SD card slot

Insert an SD card here to save recorded data to the

card.

For compatible cards, see page 26.

Mic terminal

Connect an external mic to transmit/record external

sounds. ( ➭ page 28)

DC connector

Connect the supplied AC adapter when using with

AC power. ( ➭ page 12 )

AV connector

Connect a separately purchased AV cord to watch

videos being transmitted/recorded. ( ➭ page 29)

Introduction

Top Bottom

Hot shoe

Mount camera accessories.

Record button

Starts recording. To stop, press this button again.

The lamp indicates the current status.

Off: Recording not in progress

Blinking: Recording in progress

Blinking quickly (for 2 seconds): Recording error

WPS button

Press and hold to connect wirelessly (Wi-Fi) in WPS

mode. ( ➭ page 21)

The lamp indicates the current status.

Lit up: Online

Off: Offline

Blinking: Being connected

Power button

Press and hold to power on. To power off, press and

hold this button again.

The lamp indicates the current status.

Off: Powered off

Lit up: Powered on

Blinking slowly: Setting being changed

Blinking rapidly: Battery being charged

Tripod mounting hole

Mount a separately purchased tripod.

* The shooting, WPS, and power buttons blink while

the camera is reset ( ➭ page 53).

About drip-proof performance

Read the following and use the unit properly.

Malfunctions caused by incorrect usage are not covered by the warranty.

This unit is equipped with a drip-proof mechanism and complies with IEC Standard publication 529 IPX3. You can

use the unit with in the rain, snow, or under water spray.

This unit is not water-proof or dust-proof.

- Do not pour water directly.

- Do not pour water on the side or bottom surface.

- Do not pour water hotter than 40 ˚C or hot-spring water.

- Do not use the unit underwater.

To use the unit with drip-proof performance, you need the battery (sold separately).

Introduction

Before use

1 Attach the battery (sold separately).

2 Attach the rear cover firmly.

White line

• Attach the rear cover ﬁrmly until the white lines

on each side are not visible.

• Make sure there are no scratches or substances

(hair, thread, sand, dust, water, etc.) adhered to

the unit.

• If the cover or camera is scratched, stop using

and contact your nearest dealer.

Cautions

• Do not remove the rear cover while wet.

• The drip-proof mechanism works only when the rear

cover is attached.

After use

• Wipe drops of water with a soft cloth and dry the

unit in well ventilated place avoiding direct sunlight.

• Turn the unit upside down to drain water around the

microphone.

• Wipe off the stains after removing any sand, etc. so

as not to scratch the unit.

• Do not wipe the unit with chemicals, soaps, neutral

detergents,alcohol, etc.

• Do not expose to salt water. If salt water splashed,

wipe the unit with soft, wet cloth.

Cautions

• Do not use a hot dryer to dry the unit; otherwise, the

drip-proof performance will be decreased.

• Do not leave the unit in extremely low temperature

or in high temperature over 40 ˚C (in direct sunlight,

inside a car on a hot day, near a heater, etc.);

otherwise, the drip-proof performance will be

decreased.

• Do not remove the rear cover or connect cables

while wet.

• Note that JVC KENWOOD Corporation bears no

responsibility for any loss of data by inundation.

• We recommend changing the drip-proof parts

once a year to maintain performance. Contact your

nearest dealer (charge basis).

Introduction

Configuring the Camera Settings Appropriate for Your Needs

The unit can be used for various purposes. See the following examples for how to set up and use appropriately:

Power?

• AC adapter ( ➭ page 12 )

• Battery ( ➭ page 27)

Connection method?

• Wired connection ( ➭ page 20)

• Wireless (Wi-Fi) connection ( ➭

page 21)

Connection destination?

• Computer ( ➭ page 23)

• Access point (wireless LAN router) ( ➭ page 21)

• Not connected ( ➭ page 30)

Recorded data?

• Save to an SD card.

• Transmit in high quality. ( ➭ pag e 17)

Watch recorded data?

• Computer ( ➭ page 31)

• Smartphone ( ➭ page 38)

• Video streaming site ( ➭ page 37)

( ➭ pag e 17)

Example 1: Worried about your pet staying at home alone.

Setup

• Connect to the access point (wireless LAN router) via Wi-

Fi.

( ➭ page 21)

Setting

• Conﬁgure the DDNS setting to access via a

network. ( ➭ page 18)

Use

• Install the App beforehand to view on the

smartphone from outside the home. ( ➭ page 38)

Example 2: Record birds coming to a feeder on the balcony.

Setup

• Use the battery as the camera is set on a high shelf

by the window. ( ➭ page 27)

• Insert an SD card to save recorded data. ( ➭ page

26)

Setting

• Do not connect to the computer or access point

(router).

• Only records when the scene is changed. ("AUTO

REC") ( ➭ page 34)

Use

• After recording, transfer the recorded data to a

computer and then play it. ( ➭ page 35)

Introduction

Example 3: Live-stream a performance in a studio.

Setup

• Use up to three cameras to capture all members.

• Establish a wired connection to the access point

(router) to avoid noise. ( ➭ page 20)

• Set up an external mic in the center of the stage,

and connect it to the camera. ( ➭ page 28)

Setting

• Transmit in high quality. ( ➭ pag e 17)

Use

• Install the supplied software to stream the powerful

live performance switching the cameras. ( ➭ page

37)

• Use the video streaming site to stream the

performance worldwide. ( ➭ page 37)

In addition...

• Turn on the light in dark places ( ➭ page 34). Please enjoy a variety of usage!

Flow of Connection/Setup

Connect the unit to the computer, and configure the appropriate settings on a browser.

Starting shooting

1 Connect the camera to your computer via the supplied LAN cable. ( ➭ page 11)

To set up the camera, first connect it to your computer.

Preparation

2 Connect the AC adapter. ( ➭ page 12 )

Connect the supplied AC adapter when the connections are complete.

3 Access the unit from a browser to configure the appropriate settings. ( ➭ page 13)

Set the password, image quality, connection destination, etc. Configuring the correct settings allows you to

view recorded data on a computer or smartphone.

• Attach an optional item if necessary.

Insert/Attach an SD card ( ➭ page 26), battery ( ➭ page 27), external mic ( ➭ page 28), and AV cord (

page 29).

➭

• See "Establishing a wired connection" (page 25) to connect the unit with the LAN cable.

Connecting the Camera to Your Computer

To set up the camera, first connect it to your computer.

Required operating environment

Browser: Internet Explorer 9 or later

1 Attach the LAN cable to the unit.

2 Connect the camera to your computer via the LAN cable.

3 Set the network mode switch to "LAN(OFF)".

Preparation

• If the network mode switch is set to [DIRECT] or [WLAN], the LAN terminal cannot be used.

• While the power is on, switching the network mode switch does not change the setting.

Preparation

Connecting the AC Adapter

Connect the supplied AC adapter to the DC connector of the camera.

CAUTION

• Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter. Use of another AC adapter may cause a malfunction.

• Turn off the power before connecting/disconnecting the AC adapter.

AC adapter (supplied)

Configuring the Camera Settings Appropriate for Your Needs

Access the unit from your computer to set the network, streaming, etc.

Required operating environment

Browser: Internet Explorer 9 or later

Conﬁguring the initial settings

To configure the settings for the first time after

purchase, connect the camera directly to your computer

via a LAN cable.

1 Connect the camera to your computer via the

LAN cable. ( ➭ page 25)

2 Press and hold the power button to power on.

The record button starts blinking. Wait until it stops

blinking and off.

• To conﬁgure the settings only to start using the

3 Configure the network settings for the computer

as follows:

• IP ADDRESS

Other than 192.168.1.100 within the range of

19 2 .168.1. 2 t o 192.168.1. 254

(E x a mp l e ) 19 2.16 8.1. 2 3

• SUBNET MASK

255.255.255.0

unit, refer to "Conﬁguring the Camera Settings"

(page 15), "Selecting a Format of Images to

be Streamed/Saved" (page 17), "Allowing You

to Connect from Outside (Monitoring Setting)"

(page 18), and "Changing the Connection

Destination" (page 20).

• To conﬁrm all the settings, refer to "Setting Item

List" (page 39).

Preparation

CAUTION

To restore the settings of your computer after

confirming the performance and completing the

settings, write down the current settings before

changing them.

4 Start Internet Explorer, and enter

"http://192.168.1.100:8000" in the address bar.

5 Enter the user name and password of the

administrator.

Initial setting: USERNAME "root", PASSWORD

"password".

If login is successful, the setup screen appears.

Preparation

Changing the settings after changing the connection destination

To change the settings after changing the connection

destination ( ➭ page 20), visit the following address.

If a wired connection ( ➭ page 20) is established

to the access point

http://(condigured IP address):8000

If a wireless (Wi-Fi) connection ( ➭ page 21) is

established to the access point

http://(camera's IP address):8000

If a wireless connection ( ➭ page 23) is

established directly to your computer (Wi-Fi Direct)

ht t p: / /19 2 .168 .1.1: 8 0 00

If multiple cameras are connected ( ➭ page 24)

http://(condigured IP address):8000

Configuring the Camera Settings

This section describes the settings necessary to use the unit. For the "MANAGE" settings not mentioned on these

pages, refer to page 44 .

Adjusting the clock

Adjust the internal clock. The time can be displayed

when videos are transmitted.

1 Select "COMMON SETTINGS" in "MANAGE".

If the sub settings are not displayed, click "+" on the

left of "MANAGE".

2 Click the "SET" button on the right of "CLOCK

ADJUST".

4 Click the "SET" button.

Preparation

3 Enter the date and time.

The time is set, and the "COMMON SETTINGS"

screen reappears.

• If an incorrect value is entered, "INVALID DATA

INPUT" appears. Check the entered value.

• If communication to the camera fails,

"COMMUNICATION ERROR OCCURRED"

appears. Check the connection.

• If "PROCESS FAILED" is displayed, check the

camera and computer.

Preparation

Setting the user name and password

The user name and password set at the time of

purchase are common across all the units of this

model. They should be changed as soon as possible

for security reasons.

1 Select "COMMON SETTINGS" in "MANAGE".

If the sub settings are not displayed, click "+" on the

left of "MANAGE".

4 Click the "SAVE" button.

The new user name and password have been set.

2 Click the "UPDATE" button on the right

of "CHANGE ADMINISTRATOR USER/

PASSWORD".

3 Enter "USERNAME", "PASSWORD", and

"PASSWORD (CONFIRM)".

Enter 1 to 32 characters for the user name, and

8 to 32 characters for the password. (1 byte

alphanumeric characters and symbols only)

Selecting the Format of Images to be Streamed/Saved

This unit can output up to two lines of images. Set the output method and image quality appropriate for your needs.

For the "NETWORK" settings not mentioned on these pages, refer to page 39 .

1 Select "STREAM SETTINGS" in "NETWORK".

If the sub settings are not displayed, click "+" on the

left of "NETWORK".

2 Select an option from "STREAM 1/STREAM 2".

3 Select an option from "MAX FRAME RATE

(MotionJPEG)".

Preparation

15 fps :

Outputs images at a rate of up to 15 frames per

second. Suitable for shooting fast-moving subjects.

7.5 fp s :

Outputs images at a rate of up to 7.5 frames per

second. Suitable if the communication speed or

terminal's throughput is low.

Selectable only when "STREAM 1/STREAM2" is set

to "MotionJPEG(640x360)/NONE."

MotionJPEG(640x360)/NONE:

Select this to save recorded data inside the unit.

MotionJPEG (640x360) is used to control remotely

from a browser, etc.

MPEG-2 TS (720x480)/MotionJPEG (640x360):

Outputs low resolution data that can be used for

streaming, etc.

MPEG-2 TS (1920x1080)/MotionJPEG (640x360):

Outputs high resolution data that can be used for

streaming, etc.

4 Click the "SAVE" button.

The output image quality has been set.

Allowing You to Connect from Outside (Monitoring Setting)

To view images from outside, you normally need to obtain a global IP address or URL to access from a browser.

Entering the account of our DDNS service allows you to set these easily.

Preparation

Obtaining a DDNS account

Access our website from a computer or smartphone for

provisional registration.

1 Visit the following URL to register an account

provisionally.

https://dd3.jvckenwood.com/user/

Enter your e-mail address for the user name.

2 Receive the provisional registration mail

with your e-mail address, and visit the URL

described in the mail.

Provisional registration is complete.

Setting up the DDNS account

Set the user name and password used for provisional

registration on the unit. Follow the steps below within

three days of the provisional registration. If three days

or longer have passed, obtain an account again.

1 Select "MONITORING SETTINGS" in

"NETWORK".

If the sub settings are not displayed, click "+" on the

left of "NETWORK".

2 Set "DDNS" to "ON", and enter "USERNAME"

and "PASSWORD".

3 Click the "SAVE" button.

The DDNS account has been set. (The definitive

registration)

• If you do not access the DDNS server for 1 year,

the registration expires.

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