JVC VN-C20, VN-C20U Startup Manual
BOX TYPE NETWORK CAMERA
START-UP GUIDE
VN-C20
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Serial No. which is located
on the body.
Retain this information for future reference.
Model No. VN-C20
Serial No.
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before operating this unit, please read the
instructions carefully to ensure the best
possible performance.
LST0326-001A
Introduction
Safety Precautions
Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment
[European Union]
This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic equipment should not be
disposed as general household waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the product
should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment for proper treatment, recovery and recycling
in accordance with your national legislation.
By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to conserve natural resources
and will help prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human
health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this
product. For more information about collection point and recycling of this product,
please contact your local municipal office, your household waste disposal service
or the shop where you purchased the product.
Attention:
This symbol is
only valid in
the European
Union.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance
with national legislation.
(Business users)
If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page
www.jvc-europe.com to obtain information about the take-back of the product.
[Other Countries outside the European Union]
If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in accordance with
applicable national legislation or other rules in your country for the treatment of
old electrical and electronic equipment.
FOR USA AND CANADA
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash wish arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Information for USA
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated
in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of
this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own
expense.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1)This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
2
Due to design modifications, data given in this
instruction book are subject to possible change
without prior notice.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSETHIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
AVERTISSEMENT:
POUR EVITER LES RISQUES
D'INCENDIE OU D'ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER
L'APPAREIL A L'HUMIDITE OU A LA
PLUIE.
INFORMATION (FOR CANADA)
RENSEIGNEMENT
This Class A digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
(POUR CANADA)
● This installation should be made by a
qualified service person and should conform
to all local codes.
● This installation shall be in accordance with
the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
● The unit is to be powered by an AC 24 V
power supply.
The AC 24 V power supply should conform to
the following:Class 2 only(For USA),Isolated
power supply only(For Europe and other).
● Any Mention in this manual of Alarm inputs/
outputs have not been evaluated by UL to
beused for Burglar Alarm Functionality.
This manual describes basic usage of VNC20.
For detailed usage of VN-C20, please refer
to AInstructionsB (pdf) in the supplied CDROM.
For latest information, please refer to
AReadmeB file in the CD-ROM.
● The supplied CD-ROM includes
AInstructionsB (pdf), AAPI GuideB (pdf) and
ASearch ToolB.
● To view file in pdf format, the installation of
AAdobe ReaderB on the PC is required.
Cet appareil num rique de la Class A est
WARNING (FOR EUROPE):
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment
this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
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Introduction
These are general IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and certain items may not apply to all appliances.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. Read all of these instructions.
2. Save these instructions for later use.
3. All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Unplug this appliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
5.
Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
6. Do not use this appliance near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
7.
Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The appliance may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance.
Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the
appliance. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer's instructions,
and should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer. An appliance and
cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and
cart combination to overturn.
8. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are pro-vided for
ventilation, and to insure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from
overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings
should never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This appliance should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This appliance should
not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.
9.
This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power
company. For appliance designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.
10.For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it form the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
11.Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this appliance where the cord will be
abused by persons walking on it.
12.Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the appliance.
13.Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.
14.Never push objects of any kind into this appliance through cabinet slots as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the appliance.
15.Do not attempt to service this appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
16.Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
c. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to normal operation.
e. If the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.
17.When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
18.Upon completion of any service or repairs to this appliance, ask the service technician to perform
routine safety checks to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(symbol provided by RETAC)
S3125A
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Contents
Introduction .................................... 2
Safety Precautions ................................ 2
Main Features ....................................... 6
Operating Environment ......................... 6
Cautionary Notes .................................. 7
Name and Function of Parts ................. 8
Front / Top / Side ............................... 8
Side / Rear ........................................ 9
Features .............................................. 10
Setup Procedures ............................... 12
Setting Using Internet Explorer
T For ASetting Using Internet ExplorerB, please
refer to the AInstructionsB (pdf) in the
supplied CD-ROM.
Operation ...................................... 27
Operation of Built-in Viewer ................. 27
Setting Up the Internet Explorer ....... 28
Installing the built-in viewer .............. 30
Screen Configur ation of
Built-in Viewer .......................... 31
Quitting the Built-in Viewer ............... 32
Shortcut for Built-in Viewer .............. 33
Connection / Installation .............. 13
Mounting the Lens .............................. 13
Power Connection .............................. 14
Using the PoE ................................. 14
Connecting to the AC24 V power supply
LAN Cable Connection ....................... 16
Video Signal Output Terminal Connection
Alarm Input/Output Terminal Connection
Alarm Input Terminal ....................... 17
Alarm Output Terminal .................... 17
Mounting the Camera ......................... 18
Back Focus Adjustment ...................... 19
Network Requirements ....................... 20
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16
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Network Settings .......................... 21
IP Address Settings ............................ 21
Setting IP address with the default
VN-C20 settings ...................... 21
When the IP address of
VN-C20 is known ..................... 26
When the IP address of
VN-C20 is unknown ................. 26
Others ............................................ 34
Specifications ...................................... 34
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]Introduction
These instructions are for VN-C20U.
Main Features
䡵 High Picture Quality
The camera unit of VN-C20 employs a 380,000pixel CCD (1/3") which enables high quality
image monitoring.
䡵 Built-in Web Server
Setting is possible using the Internet Explorer.
䡵
Support for Multicast
VN-C20 supports multicast, which enables
transmission of an image data to multiple
computers on the network without lowering the
frame rate.
䡵 Night surveillance
VN-C20 comes with a low luminance feature
(Easy Day and Night), which switches
automatically to the high sensitivity mode (blackand-white).
䡵 Analog Video Signal Output
VN-C20 is equipped with an analog video signal
output terminal.
䡵 Motion Detection Feature
This feature enables output of an alarm upon
detection of motion in the image within a preset
area.
Pre-recorded/post-recorded image files may be
sent via FTP using the alarm input.
䡵 Built-in Viewer
Monitoring via a computer is possible by
downloading the built-in viewer onto the
computer.
䡵 HTTP-based API
VN-C20 comes with a HTTP-based API. This
feature enables setting and control via the
network.
䡵
Support for PoE (Power over Ethernet)
VN-C20 supports PoE (IEEE802.3af) and
enables power supply from a LAN cable.
䡵
Compatibility with Conventional
Peripheral Devices
VN-C20 comes in the same shape as
conventional CCTV security cameras, and
therefore can be used with other peripheral
devices of security cameras such as housings.
䡵 Realization of Full Frame Rate
Data transmission is possible in VGA size at a
rate of 30 fps.
Operating Environment
䡵 PC Specification Requirements
OS : Windows XP (Professional or
Home Edition) (SP2)
CPU : Pentium4 1.5 GHz (or higher)
Memory : 1 GB and above
Hard disk space: Free space of 20 MB and
above
Video card : 1024 ⳯ 768 pixels or higher,
True Color (24 or 32 bits)
Web browser : Internet Explorer V6.0
䡵 LAN Environment
● 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX network
interconnected using an IEEE802.3compliant switching hub.
● IEEE802.3af-compliant switching hub when
PoE is in use.
●
IGMPv2-compliant network when multicast is in use.
Notes:
● The above PC specifications are merely
guides for smooth use of the applications,
and not a guarantee of their operation.
● Depending on the condition of use,
applications may not run smoothly even when
the user's computer meets the specification
requirements.
How to view this manual
䡵 Symbols used
Caution : Describes items concerning the
operation of this product.
Note : Describes reference information,
such as functions and usage
restrictions of this product.
A : Indicates the reference page
numbers and reference items.
䡵 About the contents of this manual
● All rights reserved by JVC. Unauthorized
duplication or reprinting of this manual, in
whole or in part, is strictly prohibited.
● Windows is a registered trademark of
Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.
● All other product names used in this
manual are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
Note that marks such as 姠, 姞 and 姝 have
been omitted in this manual.
●
Illustrated designs, specifications and other
contents of this manual are subject to change
for improvement without prior notice.
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Cautionary Notes
Maintenance and operating environment
䢇
This camera is intended for use indoors.Make sure
to use a housing, etc. when using it outdoors.
䢇 Do not store in the following environments.
It might result in malfunctions or failure.
Hot or cold locations beyond the
●
surrounding temperature range of -10
50
f
.
● Locations beyond the allowable operating
humidity range of 20 % to 85 %.
(condensation is not allowed)
●
Near equipment that produces strong magnetic
fields, such as transformers or motors.
● Near equipment that emits radio waves,
such as transceivers and mobile phones.
● Locations with excessive dust and sand.
●
Locations that are subject to excessive vibration.
● Locations prone to moisture such as
window side.
● Locations subject to steam or oil, such as
kitchens.
● Locations that emit radiation, X-rays or
corrosive gases.
䢇 Use of this product or cables connected to
this product at locations where strong electric
waves and magnetic waves are generated
(e.g., near radio, TV, transformer, monitor,
etc.) may cause noise interferences in the
images or changes in the color.
䢇 Do not install at locations that may trap heat.
This product also discharges heat from the surface
of the main unit.As such, do not install it at
locations that may trap heat, such as near walls.
Handling of Equipment
䢇 Do not stack up the equipment.
The influence of heat or noise between each
other may cause malfunction or failure
resulting in fire.
䢇 Do not block vents around the equipment.
Inadequate heat ventilation may result in
malfunction of this product.Be sure not to
block vents around the product.
Saving Energy
䢇 When not in use for a long period, turn off the
power of the system to prevent risk and to
reduce power consumption.
f
to
Maintenance
䢇 Be sure to turn off the power before
performing maintenance.
䢇 Wipe using a soft cloth.
Wiping with thinner or benzene may dissolve
or tarnish its surface.For dirt that cannot be
easily removed, wipe using a neutral
detergent diluted with water, followed by
wiping with a dry cloth.
Copyrights in this manual
䢇
With the exception of the user being the
copyright holder or when permission has been
granted concerning duplication, etc. by the
copyright holder, permission is required in
principle for the duplication, modification,
transmission, etc. of copyrighted video/audio.
Unauthorized duplication, modification,
transmission, etc. of copyrighted material may
constitute a copyright infringement and the user
may be liable to compensate for any damages.
When using copyrighted video/audio, be sure to
check thoroughly the license agreement, etc. of
the copyrighted material.
When there are rights or rights holders of the
duplicating subject, permission may be required
for shooting or using (processing) it. Be sure to
check thoroughly the licensing conditions.
Others
䢇
Mount the cables carefully and firmly as the cable
stopper of the alarm terminal block may come off.
䢇 If a high-intensity object (such as a lamp) is
shot, a white smear may appear at the upper
and lower ends of this object on the
screen.This phenomenon (smear) is
characteristic of solid-state image sensors
and is not a malfunction.
䢇 Some hub/switch models of products that are
equipped with the SNMP feature may include
a broadcast/multicast suppression
function.Viewing of multicast images on this
product may fail if this function is enabled.
䢇 Electricity can be supplied to this product
either by using the PoE or connecting to the
AC24 V power supply.Make sure to select
only one mode of electrical supply.
Connecting the power cord and the LAN
cable for the PoE at the same time may result
in failure or malfunction of the camera.
(A Page 14)(A Page 15)
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Introduction
Name and Function of Parts
Front / Top / Side
A
B
C
Back Focus adjustment ring
A
This ring is used for back focus adjustment and
switching the lens mount method.
To operate, turn the H back focus fastening
screw in the anti-clockwise direction, and turn
the screw in the clockwise direction to fasten
after operation is complete.
This product is pre-adjusted to a position that is
best suited for CS mount.
(A Page 19)
H
G
F
E
D
E Screw hole(1/4-20UNC)
Use this hole when mounting this camera to a
fixer or rotating platform.
Use screws with a length not longer than 7 mm.
Screws beyond the specified length must not be
used as doing so may damage the interior.
(A Page 18)
B Lens mount
This is a mount for mounting the lens.
The mount is compatible with CS mount lens
and C mount lens.
(A Page 13)
C Screws for the bracket(x 2 :M2.6⳯6 mm)
Use screws with a length of 6 mm. Screws
beyond the specified length must not be used as
doing so may damage the interior.
D Fall-preventive holes
Mount this camera firmly using these fallpreventive holes to prevent it from falling.
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MAX. 7
mm
F [MAC address] Indicator
The MAC address is a unique physical address
of the product. This address cannot be altered.
G Bracket for camera mounting
This bracket is pre-mounted to the bottom
surface of the camera. It can also be mounted to
the top surface depending on the usage. Mount
C Screws for the bracket to the screw hole at the
top surface.
H [BF LOCK] Back Focus locking screw
This is the fastening screw of the back focus
adjustment unit.
(A Page 19)
Side / Rear
I
J O N
G
212
121
RESET IRIS
I
[RESET] Reset button
This is a button for rebooting the camera. Press
this button and release within 5 seconds to
reboot the camera.
It takes about 1 minute for the camera to
reboot.During startup, [RESET] button is
disabled.
Caution:
Pressing the [RESET] button for 5 seconds or
longer switches the camera to the service
verification mode.
Do not press the button for 5 seconds or longer.
J [IRIS] Iris terminal
Use this terminal to connect the DC iris lens.
(Connection with the video iris lens is not
possible.)
(A Page 13)
K [POWER] Power indicator
This indicator appears blinking when the power
is turned on and lights up when the camera
startup is completed. Check the camera or the
connected device if the indicator remains
blinking when the camera is in use.
K
AC24V
POWER
VIDEO OUT
CAUTION: Do not use
PoE and AC24V together
INPUT
CLASS 2 ONLY For USA
ISOLATED POWER ONLY
For EUROPE andOTHER
PUSH
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
DO NOT CONNECT TO THE
TELEPHONE NETWORK
For USA
ALARM
OUTPUT
PoE
M
L
L [VIDEO OUT] Coaxial Cable Terminal
This is an output terminal for composite video
signals (1 V (p-p), output impedance of 75 K).
Use this terminal to connect to video monitor,
etc.
(A Page 16)
M [10BASE-T/100BASE-TX] 10BASE-T/
100BASE-TX terminal
Use this terminal to connect to the network using
a LAN cable.
This product supports PoE (IEEE802.3af) and
therefore can be used without a power cable.
(A Page 14)(A Page 16)
N [ALARM INPUT/OUTPUT] Alarm input/
output terminal
Use this terminal to connect to an external alarm
device.
(A Page 17)
O [AC24V] AV24V Power terminal
Use this terminal to connect to an AC24 V,
50 Hz/60 Hz power supply.
(A Page 15)
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Introduction
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Features
Monitoring Via Built-in Viewer
VN-C20 comes with a built-in ActiveX viewer.
Monitoring of VN-C20 images using the
computer is possible by installing this built-in
viewer on the computer. Images that are
currently displayed may also be captured in the
computerís hard disk..
AOperation of Built-in ViewerB (APage 27)
VN-C20
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Av Pk
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ALC
MAC a ddress
BF LOCK
Network
PC
Saving JPEG images to the FTP server
at regular intervals
JPEG images may be uploaded to the FTP
server at regular intervals.
VN-C20
Network
Sending latest
images to FTP
regularly
PC
Alarm
Monitoring Via Multicast
Monitoring using multiple computers is possible
via multicast.
VN-C20
LH
LEVEL
ALC
Av Pk
MAC address
BF LOCK
PC
IGMP
Compliant
Network
PC
PC
VN-C20 comes with a motion detection feature
and dual alarm input.
During motion detection or alarm input, actions
such as mail delivery, message transmission via
TCP/UDP, alarm output, or a combination of any
of these 2 conditions may be triggered.
Installing an FTP server enables uploading of
images before and after the alarm input time
(pre-/post-recording) to the server.
VN-C20
Sending images
before and after
alarm input to
FTP
Alarm Device
Network
PC
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Restrictions on Clients
It is possible to permit or deny image acquisition
of designated IP addresses using VN-C20.
Control via customized application
software
The following uses are also possible by
developing a customized application software
that supports the API of VN-C20.
For details, please refer to the "API Guide" in the
attached CD-ROM.
● Monitoring via the computer while at the
same time recording images to the HDD of
PC.
● Recording by changing the frame size/frame
rate during alarm occurrence.
●
Recording the type and time of alarm occurrence
at the computer.
● For detailed usage of VN-C20, please refer
to AInstructionsB (pdf) in the supplied CD-
ROM.
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