JVC VN-V686WPU User Manual

OUTDOOR PTZ IP DOME CAMERA

VN-V686WPU

Thank you for purchasing this product.
Before beginning to operate this unit, please read
the instruction manual carefully in order to make
sure that the best possible performance is
obtained.

INSTRUCTIONS

For Customer Use:

Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the

body.

Retain this information for future reference.

Model No. VN-V686WPU

Serial No.

LST0677-001B

Getting Started

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

Attention:

This symbol is
only valid in
the European
Union.

or the shop where you purchased the product.

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.

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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.

Due to design modifications, data given in this
instruction book are subject to possible change
without prior notice.

INFORMATION (FOR CANADA)
RENSEIGNEMENT

This Class A digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil num rique de la Class A est

(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 be
used for Burglar Alarm Functionality.

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.

FOR USA-California Only

This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium
Battery which contains Perchlorate Material ­special handling may apply.
See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

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Getting Started

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 provided 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 from 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

Getting Started

Safety Precautions ........................................ 2

Contents........................................................ 5

Features ........................................................ 6

Safety precautions......................................... 7

Operating Environment ................................. 8

Precautions ................................................... 8

Name and Function of Parts ....................... 12

Features ...................................................... 14

Camera Mounting Procedures .................... 15

Connection/Installation

Mounting the Camera.................................. 16

Power Connection....................................... 20

LAN Cable Connection................................ 22

Connecting the alarm signal cable .............. 22

Network Requirements................................ 24

Network Settings

IP Address Settings..................................... 26

Setting the IP address for VN-V686WPU 26
When the IP address of VN-V686WPU is

known .................................................. 31

When the IP address of VN-V686WPU is

unknown .............................................. 31

Protocol Page.......................................... 69

Streaming Page....................................... 70

Access Restrictions Page........................ 72

Time Page............................................... 74

Password Page........................................ 75

Maintenance Page .................................. 76

List of Factory Settings of Each Page ..... 78

Miscellaneous page................................. 82

Operation Page ....................................... 83

Settings Page.......................................... 84

Position List Page.................................... 87

Patrol Settings Page................................ 89

Settings and operation of Built-in
viewer

Built-in Viewer ............................................. 91

Preparation.................................................. 92

JPEG Viewer............................................... 95

MPEG4 Viewer.......................................... 100

Shortcut for Built-in Viewer........................ 105

PTZ Controller Operation .......................... 106

Operation............................................... 106

Registering Preset Positions ................. 111

Auto Pan Setting.................................... 112

Auto Trace Setting................................. 113

Others

Troubleshooting......................................... 114

Specifications ............................................ 117

Setting Using Internet Explorer

Preparation.................................................. 32

Internet Explorer Setup ........................... 32

Enter user name and password............... 34

Setting ......................................................... 36

View Page ............................................... 36

Camera Page .......................................... 38

Encoding Page ........................................ 44

Alarm Page.............................................. 46

Alarm Environment Page......................... 50

PTZ Page ................................................ 54

Auto Patrol Page...................................... 60

Privacy Mask Page.................................. 62

Motion Detection Page ............................ 64

Basic Page .............................................. 66

Details Page ............................................ 68

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Getting Started

Features

Waterproof and weather-resistant chassis

The anti-dust and drip-proof structure will shield the
unit from rain, thus enabling it to be installed outdoors
directly. (IP66 specifications)

Realizing a High Picture Quality

This product uses high resolution 410,000 pixels CCD
and a new digital image processing IC to achieve high
resolution and image quality.

Long Magnification Zoom Lens

The optical 36 times long magnification lens allows
you to conduct detailed monitoring. The high power
and large focal ratio F1.6 (WIDE edge) and bright
zoom lens realize 1.0 Lux (AGC SUPER, 50 %) high
sensitivity during color mode.

Equipped with high precision high speed
rotation platform

The newly developed direct drive rotation platform
rotates at a high speed of 400
vertically, thus allowing the camera to move to the
preset positions quickly. As it does not have a
slowdown mechanism, it is very durable, has a high
stopping accuracy and can rotate smoothly even at
low speed.

Dual Stream Full Frame Rate Transmission

Dual stream (JPEG, MPEG4) data transmission is
possible in VGA size at a rate of 30 fps.

Support for Multicast

This product supports multicast, which enables
transmission of image data to multiple computers on
the network without lowering the frame rate.

Built-in Web Server

You can configure the picture quality and
communication settings using the Internet Explorer.

HTTP-based API

This product comes with HTTP-based API. This
feature enables you to perform setting and control via
the network.

⬚

/s both horizontally and

Privacy Mask function

This function allows you to Blankout areas that you do
not wish to display in the location to be recorded.

Automatic Tracking function

This product is equipped with a function that easily
tracks moving objects when home position is
displayed.

Image Stabilizer

This function detects camera shaking and reduces
image shaking.

Motion Detection Feature

This feature enables output of an alarm upon
detection of motion in the video image within preset
area. Pre-/Post-recorded JPEG image files can be
sent to FTP server by the alarm.

Built-in JPEG and MPEG4 Viewer

Monitoring of JPEG and MPEG4 images via a
computer is possible by downloading Built-in viewer
onto the computer.

Compatibility with analog peripheral
equipment

The shape of this product is the same as analog
CCTV monitoring cameras and can be used with other
peripheral equipment such as brackets.

Progressive Output

This function realizes high picture quality of moving
objects by fixing combing noise on the contour of the
objects.

This manual contains the detailed
instructions for using the VN-V686WPU
camera.

Please refer to [START-UP GUIDE] for
description on the general usage of VN­V686WPU.

For the latest information, please refer to
the AReadmeB file in the CD-ROM supplied
with this product.

●

The supplied CD-ROM includes
INSTRUCTIONS (this manual) (pdf), [API
Guide] (pdf) and [Search tool].

Day/Night surveillance

This product is equipped with infrared filter
mechanism for day/night surveillance. During low
illuminance such as nighttime, switching out the
infrared filter will switch the product to high sensitivity
mode (B&W).

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●

Before starting an important recording, be
sure to perform a test recording in order to
confirm that a normal recording is possible.

●

We do not accept liability for the loss of a
recording in the case of it becoming
impossible to record due to a problem in the
video camera, VTR, hard disk recorder or
video tape.

●

The Automatic Tracking function and the
Motion Detection function are simple
functions and cannot be used as a substitute
for a security alarm. JVC shall not be liable for
any inconveniences or damages caused in
the event of error detection or when these
functions cannot be detected. We shall not be
liable for any inconveniences or damages
caused as a result of operational failure for
alarm input/output.

How to Read this Manual

䡵 Symbols used in this manual

Note : Describes precautions

Memo : Describes reference information,

concerning the operation of this
product.

such as functions and usage
restrictions of this product.

A : Indicates the reference page

numbers and reference items.

䡵 Contents of this manual

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JVC holds the copyright to this manual. Any
part or all of this manual may not be
reproduced without prior consent from the
company.

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Windows is a registered trademark of
Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.

●

Product names of other companies described
in this manual are trademarks or registered
trademarks of the respective companies.
Marks such as
in this manual.

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Design, specifications and other contents
described in this manual are subject to
change for improvements without prior notice.

姠, 姞

and 姝 have been omitted

Safety precautions

Mounting to a firm place

As the unit rotates at high speed, mount it on a
firm place with sufficient strength to support
the vibration and weight of the unit (approx.

5.5 kg).
If the strength is weak, the vibration will cause
fuzzy images on the monitor screen. In the
worst scenario, the camera may even fall off
and hit somebody, resulting in serious
accidents.

Mounting the camera correctly with
the designated clamping brackets

Always use the designated clamping brackets.
Be sure to connect the fall prevention wire and
tighten the fixing screws or nuts securely.

Using the correct power and voltage

The rated power of this product is AC 24 V, 50
Hz/60 Hz. Supplying a power beyond the rated
value may result in failures and in the worst
scenario, smoking and fire.

This unit is able to divert lightening conduction
to itself and the connecting cables to a certain
extent but this is not 100 % guaranteed. For
installation locations that are likely to suffer
lightening strikes, be sure to take appropriate
measures such as adding arrestor to the
connecting cables.

Consult your dealer as special technique is
required when installing this product. Ensure
that the fixing screws or nuts are tightened
securely, otherwise, the unit may fall off.

Inspect the unit regularly.

Screws may be loosened due to vibration or
deterioration of the mounting section. Perform
regular inspections for loosened screws and
check whether there is any danger of the unit
falling off.

Do not hang on this product, shake it, or hand
objects over it. Applying an excessive load
may cause the product to fall off and result in
accidents.

Do not modify this product. It may result in
accidents.

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Getting Started

Operating Environment Precautions

Recommended Computer
Specifications

OS : Windows XP (Professional or

CPU : Pentium4 1.5 GHz or higher
Memory capacity: 1 GB and above
Free hard disk space

Display and video card

Web browser : Internet Explorer Version 6.0

Home Edition) (SP2)

: 512 MB or more

: 1024 ⳯ 768 pixels or higher,

True Color (24 or 32 bits)
VRAM 8 MB or more (256 MB
and above recommended)

LAN Environment

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10BASE-T/100BASE-TX network
interconnected using devices such as an
IEEE802.3-compliant switching hub.

●

IGMPv2-compliant network when multicast is
in use.

emo:

●

The above PC specifications are 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.

●

Using a computer for which its performance
does not meet the requirements may cause the
JPEG playback frame rate to deteriorate. In
addition, it also causes delay in the MPEG4
playback images, and may result in interruption
in playback.

●

To make use of the built-in MPEG4 Viewer of
VN-V686WPU, install “ffdshow” that is open
source codec. You can download “ffdshow” from
the Internet.

Maintenance and operating
environment

䢇

This product is specially designed to be mounted on
walls. Be sure to place the camera head horizontally.
The product will not work properly if it is tilted.

䢇

Do not place this product in the following
environments.

It might result in malfunctions or failure.

●

Hot or cold locations beyond the surrounding
temperature range of -40

●

Locations beyond the allowable operating
humidity range of 20 % to 90 % (without
condensation)

●

Near equipment that emits 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 vibration such as
inside the car or ship.

●

Locations prone to moisture such as window side.

●

Locations subject to steam or oil, such as
kitchens.

●

Special environment, such as those with
combustible atmosphere

●

Locations that emit radiation, X-rays, salt attack or
corrosive gases.

●

Locations where medicine is used such as pool.

䢇

When using in a low temperature (-40I to -20I)
environment, images may not be available for a
maximum of 2 hours until the built-in heater has
warmed up. It is recommended to always turn on the
electricity for the unit under a low temperature
environment.

䢇

Use of this product and 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

Inadequate heat ventilation may result in malfunction
of this product. Be sure not to block vents around the
product. This product discharges heat from the
surface of the camera unit.

䢇

Do not install it at locations directly subjected to cold
air such as near the vents of air-conditioners or at
locations with high temperature. Condensation may
occur inside the dome cover.

I

to 50 I.

Saving Energy

䢇

When the camera is not in use for a long time, turn
off the power of the system for safety and energy
conservation reasons.

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Others

䢇

Do not subject the lens to strong light source such
as sun rays. This may cause the equipment to
malfunction.

䢇

This camera comes with a built-in AGC circuit. The
sensitivity increases automatically at a dark place
and the screen may appear grainy. This is not a
malfunction.

䢇

While AGC is activated, if a transceiver which
causes strong electromagnetic wave is used near
the camera, the picture may suffer from beat.
Please use the camera more than three meters
away from such transceivers.

䢇

When automatic iris is selected, the Iris Control
button may not work depending on the brightness
of the screen (when the amount of light is not
sufficient). In this case, set the iris to Manual.

䢇

When automatic iris is selected and AGC is ON,
even if the iris setting can be changed with the Iris
Control button, the Sense Up function will be
enabled and the brightness of the screen may not
change. In this case, set AGC to OFF or set the iris
to Manual.

䢇

When this camera is used in the White Balance

A

ATW-NarrowB, AAT W- W i d eB (automatic
adjustment) mode, the color tone may differ
slightly from the actual color due to the principle of
the automatic tracking white balance circuit. This is
not a malfunction.

䢇

If a high luminance 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 solid­state image sensors and is not a malfunction.

䢇

Do not touch the dome cover with your hands.
Dirty covers will cause image deterioration.

䢇

Do not subject the dome cover to strong impact. It
may result in damage and water seepage.

䢇

The dome cover may fog due to the drastic change
of temperature when humidity is high.

䢇

Do not connect an AC 24 V cable to AC110 V/AC
230 V power supply. The camera internal circuit
will be damaged. Do not use the camera. Bring it
to your nearest JVC dealer for repair (charged
separately).

䢇

To supply AC 24 V, use a AC 24 V supplying power
unit that is insulated from AC 110 V /AC 230 V line.

䢇

When using multicast, make use of a IGMPv2­compliant network switch.

䢇

Some hubs/switches of products that are equipped
with intelligent features may include a broadcast/
multicast suppression function. Viewing of
multicast images on this product may fail if this
function is enabled.

䢇

The electronic shutter of this product is set to 1/60
by default. For regions with a commercial power

supply frequency of 50 Hz, switch to the 1/100
during use under fluorescent lights (excluding
inverter lighting equipment) to prevent flickers.

䢇

When the B&W mode is set to AAutoB, the image
turns black-and-white in a dark location. As the
sensitivity level is increased in this case, the
screen may appear grainy and more white spots
may appear. When switching between color and
black-and-white images, the brighter area on the
screen is emphasized, which may reduce the
visibility. However, this is not a malfunction.

䢇

If the power supply voltage is momentarily cut off
or reduced due to lightning or turning on of the air
conditioner’s power, the image may be disrupted
or noise interference may occur.

䢇

As the dome cover is of a semiglobular shape,
image distortion will occur at the hemispherical
edge. When the hemispherical edge of this unit is
masked and horizontal level is shot in a tilt
direction, the hemispherical edge will enter the
field angle. This may cause the upper edge of the
screen to become black and the focus unclear. In
this case, you can avoid shooting the above area
by using the tilt limit settings (

䢇

When shooting objects with a luminance
difference or near a light source, ghost may occur
on the screen. This is a feature of the dome cover
and the built-in lens, and is not a malfunction.

䢇

In particular, manual and auto pan operation near
the TELE edge (telephoto side) may cause the
screen to vibrate (unsmooth rotation). This is a
feature of the motor and is not a malfunction.

䢇

Long magnification zoom lens embedded into this
product.

unclear depending on the drastic change of
temperature, it will not be a malfunction.

䢇

When you preset focus, we ask you to adjust
under actual usage temperature.

unclear focus, please re-preset focus.

䢇

Additionally, we recommend you to use either One
Push AF or Manual focus

feel unclear focus at your temperature
environment.

Although the focus might be slightly

A

Page 57).

If you feel

adjustment when you

Disclaimer

䢇 The Automatic Tracking feature is not a

feature to prevent theft or fire. Our company
shall not be liable for any inconveniences or
failures that occur.

䢇 We shall not be responsible for any

inconveniences or disturbances caused in
the event of privacy invasion as a result of
camera footages of this product.

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Getting Started

Precautions (continued)

Transporting the unit

䢇 Remove the connecting cables when

transporting the unit.

䢇 When transporting the unit, turn off the power

of the system.

䢇 Pack the unit with cushioning material so as

to avoid shock when transporting.

䢇 Handle the unit with care and do not subject it

to vibration or shock.

Transportation

䢇 Do not throw away the original box of the unit.

Keep it and use it for transporting the unit in
future.

䢇 As the camera unit is of an easily rotatable

structure, secure the camera unit inside the
dome cover such that it does not rotate
before transporting. Otherwise, an error may
occur during camera operation.

AFace the heat release vents upward and

secure the lens section with tape.

BInsert cushioning material wrapped with air

caps (approx. 50 mm x 200 mm) at two
opposite sides of the camera.

Cushioning material

B

Secure with

A

tape

Copyright Protection

䢇 With the exception of the user being the

copyright holder or when permission such as
for duplication has been granted by the
copyright holder, permission is required in
principle for the duplication, modification, or
transmission of copyrighted video and audio
data.
Unauthorized duplication, modification, or
transmission of copyrighted material may
constitute a copyright infringement, and the
user may be liable to compensate for any
damages. When using copyrighted video/
audio data, be sure to check the license
agreement of the copyrighted material
thoroughly.
When rights or rights holders are involved
with regard to the targeted duplicating
subject, permission may be required for
shooting or using (processing) it. Be sure to
check the licensing conditions thoroughly.

Maintenance

䢇 Turn off the power before performing

maintenance.

䢇 Wipe using a soft cloth.

Wiping with thinner or benzene may melt or
tarnish its surface. For tough stains, wipe
using a cloth that is dipped into a neutral
detergent diluted with water, followed by
wiping with a dry cloth.

䢇 When the same position is monitored for 24

hours continuously over a long period, the
increased contact resistance on the
horizontal rotation section may cause noise
interferences in the images and operation
from the computer may become unstable. As
such, this product is equipped with an auto
cleaning function that performs cleaning once
a week.

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䡵 Consumable parts

The following are consumable parts. They
must be replaced once they reach their
lifetime.
The lifetime is only an estimation and differs
according to the usage environment and
conditions. Replacement of consumable parts
is chargeable within the guarantee period.

Zoom lens assembly

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Zoom operation ...... Approx. 2 million operations

Focus operation...... Approx. 4 million operations

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Slip ring.......... Approx. 5 million operations

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Cooling fan............... Approx. 50,000 hours

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Heater relay ........... Approx. 100,000 times

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Heater fan ................ Approx. 50,000 hours

䡵 Auto Focus

This unit is equipped with One Push Auto
Focus and Easy AF Auto Focus functions.
However, depending on the object and the
camera setting, it might be out of focus. In this
case, please adjust the focus manually.

Objects which are difficult to be focused

●

automatically

● When the brightness of the image plane is

extremely high (bright).

● When the brightness of the image plane is

extremely low (dim).

● When the brightness of the image plane is

constantly changing (for example, a
blinking light).

● When there is almost no contrasts.

● When there are repetitive vertical striped

patterns on the image plane.

●

Auto Focus is difficult to set under the

following conditions

● When sensitivity is increased with AGC

and the screen is grainy.

● When there is less movement on the

screen due to the Sense Up function.

● When there is no contour element in

electronic zoom.

䡵 Zoom Operation

The following phenomena are the result of the
built-in lens performance and are not
malfunctions.

When manual operation or preset is selected,

●

focus moves slightly after the zoom operation
has stopped near the TELE edge.

●

Manual zoom operation is not smooth.

●

When Preset is selected, the camera
becomes out of focus for an instant during
zooming.

䡵 Preset Positions

The total number of preset positions that can
be set in this unit is 100, including the home
position and 99 preset positions.

11

Getting Started

Name and Function of Parts

Camera

䡵 Front side

A

B

C

D

E

A

F

A

Camera securing hole (4 locations)

This hole is used for mounting the camera on the wall.

B Cable connecting hole, cap

Remove the cap and pull out the cables from this
hole for connection.
(A Page 17)

C Fall Prevention Wire

Connects the camera to the wall. Secure the
camera tightly to the anchor bolts used to mount
the fall prevention wire on the wall.

D AC24V Power Cable

Connects the camera to AC24V power. (A Page 20)

E Alarm Input/Alarm Output Cable (x8)

This cable is for alarm input and alarm output.
(A Page 22)

Cable color Signal Name

Brown Input 1

Red Input 1 (COM)

Orange Input 2

Yellow Input 2 (COM)

Green Output 1

Blue Output 1 (COM)

Purple Output 2

Gray Output 2 (COM)

(A Page 18)

H

G

F LAN Cable

This connects the unit to the network.
(A Page 22)

G Dome Cover

The dome cover is a delicate object. Handle it
with care.

Note：

●

It is covered with a protective sheet during
shipment. Do not remove this sheet until
installation is complete.

H Dome Cover Fixing Screws (x4)

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Inner structure of camera

L

K

I

I Heater ON/OFF Switch

This is the automatic control ON/OFF switch of
the built-in heater.
The built-in heater prevents the dome cover from
fogging and snow or frost from attaching to the
dome cover. When installing the heater at an
unrequired location, turn off the switch of the
heater. It is usually set to ON.

J Lens

Lens cannot be replaced.

K Front Mask
L [MAC address] indication

The MAC address is a unique physical address
of the product. This address cannot be altered.

(A Page 17)

J

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Getting Started

Features

Surveillance Using Built-in Viewer

VN-V686WPU comes with a built-in ActiveX
JPEG Viewer and MPEG4 Viewer.
JPEG images and MPEG4 images of VN­V686WPU can be monitored using the computer
by installing this Built-in viewer on the computer.
JPEG images that are currently displayed can
also be captured in the computer’s hard disk.
ABuilt-in ViewerB (A Page 91)

VN-V686WPU

Network

Computer

VN-V686WPU accepts requests from 20 clients
at maximum.

Monitoring via Multicast

Multicast enables monitoring of JPEG and
MPEG4 images on multiple computers.

AStreaming PageB (A Page 70)
AJPEG Viewer ConfigurationB (A Page 96)
AMPEG4 Viewer ConfigurationB (A Page 101)

Surveillance via Dual Stream

Simultaneous distribution of JPEG and MPEG4
images enables real-time surveillance using
MPEG4 (30 fps) and recording of JPEG images
at the same time. You can also lengthen the
recording time by lowering the frame rate,
resolution, and picture quality settings for JPEG
images.

Real-time Surveillance

VN-V686WPU

Network

Using MPEG4

Computer

Storage Device

Recording JPEG
Images

Saving JPEG images to the FTP server
at regular intervals

JPEG images may be uploaded to the FTP
server at regular intervals.
AFTPB (A Page 51)

VN-V686WPU

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IGMP-

Compliant

Network

Computer

Computer

Computer

VN-V686WPU

Network

Uploads the latest
JPEG images to the
FTP server at regular
intervals

Computer

Alarm

VN-V686WPU comes with a motion detection
feature and dual alarm input.
By motion detection or alarm input, actions such
as mail delivery, message transmission via TCP/
UDP, alarm output, turning to preset position,
changing B&W mode can be triggered. These
actions can also be triggered by combination of
two alarm inputs.
Installing an FTP server enables uploading of
JPEG images before and after the alarm input
time (pre-/post-recording) to the server.

AAlarm PageB (A Page 46)
AJPEG Viewer ConfigurationB (A Page 96)

VN-V686WPU

Sending JPEG images
before and after alarm
input to FTP

Alarm Device

Network

Computer

Restrictions on Clients

VN-V686WPU enables users to authorize or
reject the acquisition of images by specific IP
address.
(A Page 72)

Control via customized application
software

The following uses are also possible by
developing a customized application software
that supports the API of
For details, please refer to [API GUIDE] in the
supplied CD-ROM.

● Monitors via the computer while at the same

time records images to the HDD of the
computer.

● Performs recording by changing the frame

size/frame rate during alarm occurrence.

● Records the type and time of alarm

occurrence on the computer.

VN-V686WPU.

Camera Mounting Procedures

Mount the camera using the following procedures.

Step 1 Connection/Installation (A Page 16)

\

Setting Up the Wall (A Page 16)

● Make holes in the wall

● Install anchor bolts on the wall

Setting Up the Camera (A Page 16)

● Remove the dome cover and remove the

cushioning material

● Heater ON/OFF Switch Setting

● Mount the dome cover

Mounting the camera (A Page 18)

● Install the fall prevention wire (connect the

wall and the camera)

● Secure the camera with anchor bolts

Cable Connection (A Page 18)

● Connection of cables

● Close the cap

● Waterproof treatment

G

Step 2 Network settings (A Page 26)

Configure the network settings of the
computer and this camera.

T

In a system where multiple units of VN­V686WPU are used, turn on the power of only
one unit to configure the IP address settings
using the Internet Explorer. Upon doing so, turn
on the power of the second unit and configure
accordingly. Configure the settings for the other
cameras using the same procedure.

G

Step 3 Configuring settings using the
Internet Explorer (A Page 32)

Configure the picture quality and alarm
settings using the Internet Explorer.

G

Step 4 Operating Built-in viewer
(A Page 91)

Built-in viewers enable you to monitor JPEG and
MPEG4 images and save JPEG images.

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Connection/Installation

Mounting the Camera

Setting Up the Wall

Be sure to put on protective glasses to protect
your eyes from falling objects when mounting
the camera.

1 Make holes in the wall

Make holes (R 45 mm) for the connecting cables
to pass through.

Note：

●

Check the strength of the wall. A less firm wall
may cause the unit to fall.

2 Install the anchor bolts for mounting

the camera

Install 4 anchor bolts (M8 ⳯ 35 mm and above)
to mount the camera.

3 Install the anchor bolt for mounting

the fall prevention wire

Install the anchor bolt (M8 ⳯ 35 mm and above)
to mount the fall prevention wire 30 mm below
the center of the upper two anchor bolts that are
used to mount the camera.

4 Pull the cables from the hole in the

wall

Pull the power cable, LAN cable and alarm
signal cable from the wall.

LAN Cable

Power cable

Alarm signal cable

Setting Up the Camera

1 Remove the dome cover

Loosen the screws (x4) and remove the dome
cover from the camera.

Dome Cover

Anchor bolt to

mount the fall

prevention wire

16

3

152
126

63

12

30

213

176

45

60

20

2

Anchor bolts to
mount the camera

1

2 Remove the cushioning material, lens

cap and tape used during
transporting

When installing the heater at an unrequired
location, turn off the switch of the heater.

Tape

Cushioning material

Note：

●

Check that there is no dirt or dust inside the
dome cover before mounting.

●

When installing on a rainy day, ensure that
raindrops do not enter the interior.

●

When mounting the dome cover, temporarily
secure the 4 screws and then tighten.

●

As a guide, tighten the screws to 0.5 N•m to 1
N•m (5 kgf•cm to 10 kgf•cm). If the tightening is
loose, the dome cover may fog due to water
seepage.

Heater power
switch

OFF

Lens cap

3 Mount the dome cover to the camera

Use the screws (x4) to mount the dome cover to
the camera. As a guide, install three claws of the
dome cover and the central mark. Install such
that the central mark appears above the JVC
mark of the camera.

Position aligning claws (x3)

Face front

(towards direction
of the JVC mark)

4 Remove the cable connection cap

Remove the cap on the arm of the camera.

5 Pull out the cables from the cable

connection hole

Pull out the cables (except the fall prevention
wire) of the camera from the cable connection
hole.

Cable connection cap

4

5

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Connection/Installation

A

Mounting the Camera
(continued)

Mounting the Camera

1 Mounting the fall prevention wire

●

Mount the fall prevention wire of the camera to
the fall prevention wire anchor bolt that was
installed earlier.

●

Secure the fall prevention wire tightly with a nut
and washer.

2 Pull out the cables (from the wall)

from the cable connection hole.

3 Mount the camera to the wall

●

Mount the camera to the camera anchor bolts
that were installed earlier.

●

Secure the camera tightly with a nut and
washer.

Wash er

3

Nut

1

Fall Prevention
Wire

2

Cable Connection

1 LAN Cable Connection (A Page 22)

A Use the provided RJ-45 conversion connector

and connect the LAN cable.

B Wind the connector section with waterproof

tape (adhesive) and push the cable into the
arm of the camera.

Arm

RJ-45
conversion

B

Wind the
waterproof tape
(adhesive)

connector
(provided)

2 Connecting the power cable (A

Page 20)

Connect the power cable and wind the
waterproof tape (adhesive).
After connecting, push the cable into the arm of
the camera.

Arm

Note：

●

This product weighs approximately 5.5kg. When
installing, pay extra attention to the fall.

●

For your safety, hold the arm section during
installation.

●

After installing, paint the nuts and washers to
prevent corrosion.

emo:

●

To remove the camera, follow the reverse
procedures.

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Wind the waterproof tape (adhesive)

3 Connecting the alarm cable (A

Page 22)

Connect the alarm cable and wind the
waterproof tape (adhesive).
After connecting, push the cable into the arm of
the camera.

Arm

4 Mount the cap

5 Seal the cable connection hole and

around the mounting surface of the
camera with waterproof seal (GE
silicon).

4

Cap

5

Water proof
treatment

Wind the waterproof tape
(adhesive)

Note：

●

For cables that are not used, be sure to wrap
the ends individually with insulating tape.

●

For safety reasons, turn on the power only after
all the connection is complete.

Note：

●

Ensure that waterproof treatment is performed.
Otherwise, the camera may malfunction due to
rain water seepage.

●

Use GE silicon or other similar product for the
sealing material.

6 Remove the dome cover protective

sheet

Protective
sheet

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Connection/Installation

Power Connection

Note：

●

Be sure to use an AC 24 V supply that is
isolated from the primary power supply circuit.
Using a variable voltage power supply will
cause the camera and system to malfunction or
breakdown.

●

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 others).

Connecting the power cable

Connects the camera to AC24V power.

Solder welding or
crimping

Insulating
tape

To Power Supply

Warning

●

The rated power of this product is AC 24 V, 50
Hz/60 Hz. Make sure to use it with the correct
voltage.

●

Supplying a power beyond the rated value
may result in failures, smoke or fire. When the
camera breaks down, turn off the power and
contact our service center immediately.

●

When a power beyond the rated value is
supplied, the internal components may be
damaged even if no abnormality is found on
the appearance and operation of the camera.
Please contact your nearest JVC dealer
immediately for servicing (charged
separately).

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●

After DHCP timeout, all IP addresses of VN­V686WPU are set to 192.168.0.2 by default.
When the power of multiple cameras within the
same LAN environment are turned on at the
same time, the IP address of the cameras
overlap, thus preventing proper access. As
such, make sure to turn on the power of the
cameras one by one.

●

In a system where multiple units of VN­V686WPU are used, turn on the power of only
one unit to configure the IP address settings
using the Internet Explorer. Upon doing so, turn
on the power of the second unit and configure
accordingly. Configure the camera settings
using the same procedure.

●

When overlapping of the IP address occurs,
check to ensure that there is only one VN­V686WPU unit within the same LAN
environment, and wait for a while (at least 10
minutes) or power off and on all network
devices under the same LAN environment.
Otherwise, access to VN-V686WPU may fail.

When using 2-core VVF (Vinyl-insulated vinyl­sheath cable), the connection distance is as
follows: (Reference value)

Maximum
connection
distance

Conductor
Diameter
(mm)

20 m 60 m 100 m 180 m

R1.0
and
above

R1.6
and
above

R

2.0
and
above

R

2.6
and
above

20

Note：

●

If thin cables are used, the resistance of the
cables will be high and a significant voltage
drop will occur when the camera is at its
maximum power consumption (when pan, tilt
and zoom operates at the same time). Either
use a thick cable with low resistance or place
the power supply near to the camera and
shorten the length of the cable to restrict the
voltage drop at the rated current of camera to
below 10 %. If voltage drops during operation,
the camera may experience unstable
performance and be unable to call up the preset
position correctly.

●

Do not connect an AC 24 V cable to AC 110 V/
AC 230 V power supply. The camera internal
circuit will be damaged.
camera. Bring it to your nearest JVC dealer for
repair (charged separately).

●

Turn on the power only after the connection for
all the devices is complete.

●

After the power is turned on and activation is
completed, this product will move to the home
position.

Do not use the

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Connection/Installation

LAN Cable Connection

Connect the camera to a hub or computer using
a LAN cable.

Cable to use

●

Shield (STP) cable

●

Make use of a Category 5 (or higher) cable
when 100BASE-TX is used.

䢇 When connecting to a hub

Make use of a straight cable.

䢇 When connecting to a computer

Make use of a cross cable.

Connecting the alarm signal cable

Connect the alarm signal cable to external
devices, such as a sensor or buzzer.

Cable to use

●

Length of 50 m or shorter

●

UL1007, UL1015 or equivalent products

●

AWG#22 to AWG#18 or equivalent products

Solder welding or
crimping

Insulating
tape

RJ-45
conversion
connector
(provided)

Note：

●

However, cross cables cannot be used with
some computer models. When connecting VN­V686WPU directly to a computer, check the
computer’s LAN specifications in advance.

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Note：

●

Noises from an external source may cause the
camera to malfunction even when the cable
used is within 50 m. In this case, move the cable
away from the noise source.

Alarm input signal

Connects to sensors such as infrared sensors,
door sensors, metal sensors and manual
switches.

●

To prevent noise from entering the internal
circuit, supply non-voltage contact signal to the
alarm input signal.

●

Do not supply voltage.

●

When the contact is short (MAKE) or open
(BREAK) on the menu, you can set it to Alarm.

●

Supply such that the alarm signal continues for
at least more than 500 ms. The alarm signal
may not be recognized if it is less than 500 ms.

IN

COM

Alarm output signal

Connect to alarm devices such as alarm,
indicator, light or buzzer.

●

Alarm output signal is an open collector output
insulated with photo coupler.

●

During an alarm, it is ON.

●

As this terminal is polarized, be sure to
connect it such that the voltage of the + output
is higher than that of the - output.

●

It will be damaged if reverse voltage is
supplied.

OUTPUT

22

COM

Rating:

Max. applied voltage: DC 20 V
Max. driving current: 25 mA

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Connection/Installation

Network Requirements

●

Ensure that there is sufficient network bandwidth
for the data volume to be sent out by VN­V686WPU. Do not send multicast stream that
exceeds the bandwidth. If the entire bandwidth is
used by the multicast stream, control of this
camera via the network may fail.

●

Data volume to be sent by VN-V686WPU varies
with the settings and number of distributions.

●

The maximum bit rate for transmission is about
20 Mbps.

Estimation of Total Bit Rate

The total JPEG bit rate from VN-V686WPU is
determined by the VN-V686WPU settings,
number of clients, and the client’s requested
number of frames. The total MPEG4 bit rate from
VN-V686WPU is determined by the number of
distributions. Develop a design upon taking the
above into consideration.

Bit Rate of JPEG Stream

The JPEG file size per frame varies with the
encoding settings as well as input video signals.
The following table may be used as a reference.
When VFS is selected, the quantization table
during JPEG encoding will be maintained, and the
file size will increase/decrease according to the
input signals. When AFS is selected, encoding
will be performed such that the target file size is
the average size of multiple JPEG images.

Picture Quality
Control Method

VFS

(Variable
File Size)

1 (High) 80 KB 27 KB

2 60 KB 20 KB

3 40 KB 13 KB

4

(Medium)

5 25 KB 8 KB

6 20 KB 7 KB

7 (Low) 15 KB 5 KB

AFS
(Average File Size)

VGA File
Size

QVGA File
Size

30 KB 10 KB

Selectable
between
10 KB to 100
KB

Selectable
between
3 KB to
33 KB

The maximum number of distributions varies with the bit
rate settings as well as the client’s requested frame
rate. Up to 20 streams can be distributed (including
multicast). The total frame rate refers to the sum of
these frame rates.
For example, when 10 fps is requested by two clients,
and in addition, multicast is transmitted at a rate of 10
fps, the total frame rate will be:

10 + 10 + 10 = 30 fps

If the JPEG file size per frame is 30 KB, then the
total bit rate will be:

30 KB x 30 fps = 900 KB/s = Approx. 7.2 Mbps

Bit Rate of MPEG4 Stream

You can select either the Variable Bit Rate (VBR) or
Constant Bit Rate (CBR) system for MPEG4 stream.
When the VBR system is selected, the bit rate varies
according to the condition of the input video signals.
The VBR system delivers a stable picture quality, but
forecast of the bit rate is difficult.
When the CBR system is selected, encoding is
performed at a fixed bit rate regardless of the condition
of the input video signals. The picture quality varies
under the CBR system, but the bit rate can be easily
forecast.
You can specify an estimated bit rate for both VBR and
CBR. (64 kbps to 8000 kbps)

Restrictions on the Number of
Distributions for VN-V686WPU

The maximum number of distributions for VN­V686WPU is determined by the settings as well as
requirements from the client.
When only JPEG images are distributed, the
maximum number of distributions is determined based
on the highest bit rate within the stream. When a
distribution request that exceeds the maximum
number of distributions is received, this request is
denied. For example, if Client A requests for and
receives data at 1 Mbps, while Client B requests for
and receives data at 5 Mbps, the maximum number of
distributions is 4 streams according to the table below.

Maximum number of distributions when only
JPEG data is distributed

Distribution at

maximum bit

rate

1 Mbps and
below

5 Mbps and
below

10 Mbps and
below

Larger than 10
Mbps

Maximum

number of

distributions

Tot al

maximum bit

rate

20 20 Mbps

4 20 Mbps

2 20 Mbps

1Maximum

configurable
value (24 Mbps)

24

When only MPEG4 images are distributed, the
maximum number of distributions is determined
by the preset bit rate. When a distribution request
that exceeds the maximum number of
distributions is received, this request is denied.

When distributing only MPEG4 data

Network Jitter

When there is considerable network jitter, delay
time may be prolonged and the image frame rate
may drop. In the case of MPEG4, noise
interference may occur and playback may fail.

Preset bit

rate

0.6 Mbps
and below

3 Mbps and
below

6 Mbps and
below

Larger than 6
Mbps

When both JPEG and MPEG4 images are
distributed simultaneously, distribution up to two
clients for JPEG and MPEG4 respectively is
possible. However, distribution requests that
exceed a total bit rate of 20 Mbps will be denied.

Total bit rate

20 Mbps and
below

Maximum

number of

distributions

20 12 Mbps

4 12 Mbps

2 12 Mbps

1 Maximum

Maximum
number of

distributions

for JPEG

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Tot al ma xi mu m

bit rate

configurable
value (8 Mbps)

Maximum

number of

distributions

for MPEG4

Insufficient network bandwidth

When there is insufficient bandwidth, the number
of JPEG frames (frame rate) that the client can
acquire will decrease. Delay will also occur in the
distribution of images. In the case of MPEG4,
noise interference may occur and playback may
fail.

Network Delay

When the client acquires JPEG via TCP, VN­V686WPU will send out data while checking the
ACK from the client at the same time. For
networks with considerable delay, data cannot
be sent out until ACK is received, and therefore
the frame rate will drop. In the case of MPEG4,
noise interference may occur and playback may
fail.
Decrease in the frame rate due to network
delays can be eliminated by receiving data via
multicast.

Packet Loss

When acquiring images from VN-V686WPU via
TCP, packet loss may be recovered by TCP
transmission. When there is considerable delay
in the network, however, missing data may occur
and the image frame rate may drop. In the case
of MPEG4, noise interference may occur and
playback may fail.
When packet loss occurs during multicast
sending from
rate may drop. In the case of MPEG4, noise
interference may occur and playback may fail.

VN-V686WPU, the image frame

List of Protocols and Port Numbers
Used by VN-V686WPU

VN-V686WPU uses the protocols and port
numbers listed below. Ensure that these ports
are allowed through the firewall when a firewall is
to be installed.

Protocol/Port No. Purpose of Use

Source

TCP/80 JPEG/MPEG4 server,

TCP/10020
TCP/10021
TCP/10023

TCP/32040 Alarm Server

Destination

TCP/20, 21 FTP

TCP/25 Mail delivery

TCP/110 POP (Mail Delivery)

TCP/User Setting
No.

UDP/123 SNTP

UDP/User Setting
No.

Web Settings page, API

(Reserved for
adjustment)

Sending alarm

Sending alarm

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Network Settings

IP Address Settings

Setting the IP address for VN-V686WPU

There are two methods to set the IP address for
VN-V686WPU as follows.

(A) Assigning an IP address to VN-V686WPU

from the DHCP server

(B) Assigning a static IP address to VN-

V686WPU

䡵 (A) Assigning an IP address from the

DHCP server

●

VN-V686WPU is set to ADHCP EnableB (the
DHCP client function is ON) by default. To
assign an IP address from the DHCP server,
connect the DHCP server to the LAN, set the
[IP setting] of VN-V686WPU to
click the [OK] button. (

●

For details on IP addresses assigned to VN­V686WPU, consult your network administrator.

You can look up the IP address of VN­V686WPU using the search tool in the
supplied CD-ROM.
For details, please refer to AReadmeB file in
the CD-ROM.

Note：

●

Set the DHCP server such that the same IP
address is always assigned to the MAC address
of VN-V686WPU by the DHCP server.
Connection may fail if the above setting is not
performed.

A

A

Page 30)

DHCPB, and

䡵 (B) Assigning a static IP address

䢇 System configuration required for setting

IP address

VN-V686WPU at factory default is set to ADHCP
EnableB (DHCP client function is On). When it is
connected to a LAN without DHCP servers, it will
activate under the following IP address after
timeout.

IP address : 192.168.0.2
Subnet mask : 255.255.255.0
Default gateway : None

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●

To set a static IP address for VN-V686WPU,
connect VN-V686WPU, the switching hub and
the computer for setting using a straight LAN
cable of Category 5 and above.

䢇 Set up the computer for setting the IP

address.

● Minimum computer specifications for
setting

OS : Windows XP (Professional or

Web browser

Note：

●

When setting the IP address for VN-V686WPU,
do so by using a network that is made up only of
VN-V686WPU, the computer for setting and the
switching hub.

●

Using a hub connected to other network
devices or networks via a LAN cable for setting
can cause problems.

Home Edition) (SP2)

: Internet Explorer Version 6.0

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䢇 IP address setting at the computer

Set the computer to an IP address that enables communication with VN-V686WPU.

1 Click [Start]

● Select in the sequence of [Control Panel]-[Network Connection]-[Local Area].

2 The computer on which Internet Explorer is launched automatically selects the

connected network

●

Right-click and select [Properties].

● Check to ensure that the [Client for Microsoft Networks] and [Internet Protocol(TCP/IP)] check

boxes are selected.

3 Select [Internet Protocol(TCP/IP)] and click [Properties]

4 Set the IP address

A

Select [Use the following IP address].

B

Specify the [IP address]. (For example, use

192.168.0.100 when VN-V686WPU is in its
default settings and there is no DHCP
server.)

emo:

Make sure that you take note of the original
IP address before altering.

Note：

Ensure that a duplicate IP address is not
specified within the same network
environment.

C

Set [Subnet mask] to a value that is
appropriate for the setting operation. Consult
the network administrator if you have any
queries.
(Use 255.255.255.0 when VN-V686WPU is
in its default settings and there is no DHCP
server.)

D

When a [Default gateway] is present, make
use of the corresponding IP address (e.g.,

192.168.0.254).

E

Click [OK].

5 Click [OK] on the [Local Area Connection Propertise] screen

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Network Settings

IP Address Settings
(continued)

䢇 Changing the IP address using the

Internet Explorer

1 Launch the Internet Explorer on the computer

2 When proxy settings are enabled in the Internet Explorer, follow the steps below to

disable the proxy of the Internet Explorer

● Select in the order of [Tool]-[Internet Options]-[Connections]-[LAN Setting], followed by

deselecting the check for [Use a proxy server for your LAN] under [Proxy Server] of the [Local
Area Network (LAN) Settings] window.

Deselect the check

3

If the active script of the Internet Explorer is disabled, follow the steps below to enable it

● Select [Trusted sites] under [Tool]-[Internet Options]-[Security]. Upon doing so, the [Sites…]

button directly below becomes active. Click this button and deselect the check [in the displayed
window], and add the following web site to the zone.

http://192.168.0.2

● Next, select [Trusted sites] under [Tool]-[Internet Options]-[Security], and press the [Custom
Level] button. Select [Enable] under [Scripting]-[Active script] of the [Security Settings] window
that has been opened.

Select [Enable]

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4 Launch the Internet Explorer

AB

Enter the following IP address into the address field.
http://192.168.0.2

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If the proxy server settings for access to the Internet via the Internet Explorer is enabled, you may not be
able to specify the IP address directly. In this case, change the proxy settings of the Internet Explorer.

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After the [Security Settings] screen appears, press the [OK] button to proceed.

Click [Go].

5 Enter the user name and password (login as administrator)

A

Enter the user name.
This is set to AadminB by default.

B

Enter the password.
This is set to Avn-v686B by default.

C

Click [OK].

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After the [Security Settings] screen appears, press the [Yes] button to proceed.

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Network Settings

IP Address Settings
(continued)

䢇 Changing the IP address using the Internet Explorer (continued)

6 The top page of VN-V686WPU appears

Click on [Network], followed by [Basic] on
the next submenu.

7 The [Basic] page with the IP address settings appears

A

Set the [IP Setting] item to [DHCP
Disable].

B

Enter the values you wish to specify in the
[IP Address], [Subnet Mask] and [Default
Gateway] fields.

C

Click [OK].

A confirmation screen appears. Press the [OK] button. VN-V686WPU restarts using the new IP
address. It takes about one minute for the camera to reboot.

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Access from this computer may fail when the IP address of VN-V686WPU is changed. To enable access
to VN-V686WPU from the same computer, alter the IP address at the computer accordingly.

When the display or configuration of the opened screen appears strange, check the computer
settings using the following procedures.

A Click [Start]-[Control Panel]-[Display] and open the [Display Properties] window
B Click the [Settings] tab in the [Display Properties] window and click the [Advanced] button
C Check that [DPI setting] in the [General] tab has become [Normal size(96DPI)]
D Otherwise, change the setting to [Normal size(96DPI)] and reboot Windows

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