Marshall Electronics
VS-547-3GSDI
2 Megapixel IP Box Camera
X30 Zoom CMOS, 1080P @60fps
User Manual
Firmware Version v1.0
Copyright ©2016, Marshall Electronics, Inc.
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Safety Precaution
Make sure to turn off the power before installing IP camera.
Do not install under direct sunlight or in dusty areas.
Make sure to use the product within the temperature and humidity specified.
Do not operate the product in presence of vibrations or strong magnetic fields.
Do not put electrically conducting materials in the ventilation hole.
Do not open the top cover of the products. It may cause a failure or electric shock on the
components.
Make sure to leave a space of at least 10 cm from the ventilation hole in order to prevent
overheating.
Check voltage and current requirements before connecting a power supply.
1. Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 4
1.1 About this Manual ......................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Features ....................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Product and Accessories ................................ ................................ .............................. 5
1.4 System Connections ..................................................................................................... 6
2. Installation ............................................................................................................................ 8
2.1 Connecting Power ........................................................................................................ 8
2.2 Connecting Network ..................................................................................................... 8
2.3 Connecting Video ......................................................................................................... 8
2.4 Connecting Audio ......................................................................................................... 8
2.5 Connecting Serial Ports ................................................................................................ 8
2.6 Connecting Sensor & Alarm ......................................................................................... 8
2.7 Check If It Works .......................................................................................................... 9
3. System Operation .............................................................................................................. 10
3.1 Remote Video Monitoring ........................................................................................... 10
3.2 Initialization of IP Address................................ ................................ ........................... 12
4. Remote Configuration ....................................................................................................... 13
4.1 System Configuration ................................................................................................. 13
4.2 Video & Audio Configuration ....................................................................................... 13
4.3 Image Configuration ................................................................................................... 19
4.4 Network Configuration ................................................................................................ 25
4.5 Event Configuration .................................................................................................... 39
4.6 Record Configuration .................................................................................................. 47
4.7 Device Configuration .................................................................................................. 53
4.8 PTZ Configuration ...................................................................................................... 54
4.9 User Configuration ...................................................................................................... 60
4.10 System Configuration ............................................................................................... 63
5. VS Manager ................................................................................................ ........................ 69
7. Data Sheet .......................................................................................................................... 70
8. Appendix ............................................................................................................................ 72
1. Introduction
1.1 About this Manual
This User Manual provides information on installation setup, operation of the IP
Camera, as well as troubleshooting tips.
1.2 Features
This product is a network-based box camera with live remote monitoring, audio
monitoring and control via an IP network such as LAN, ADSL/VDSL, and wireless
LAN.
Video
Highly Efficient Compression Algorithm; H.264 & MJPEG support
Wide range of Transmission Rates: 32kbps - 16mbps
Various Transmission Modes: CBR, VBR, Hybrid
Motion Detection
Audio
Multi-Transmission Mode: Simplex (IP Camera to Client PC or Decoder/ Client PC
or Decoder to IP Camera), Full Duplex
Network
Fixed IP & Dynamic IP (DHCP) support
1:1, 1:N support
Multicasting
Various types of Protocol support : TCP/IP, UDP, Multicast, DHCP, SMTP, HTTP,
SNMP, RTP, RTSP
OnVIF, PSIA compliant
Serial Data
RS-485 support
Data Pass-Through Mode: Serial Data Communication between IP Camera and
Decoder
Sensor and Alarm
Supports direct connections of External Sensor and Alarm Devices
Event Alarm
If an external sensor is activated, camera can be set to move to the corresponding
preset position
User Interface
Diagnose and upgrade through dedicated program called VS Manager
High Reliability
Reliable Embedded System
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1. Introduction
1.3 Products and Accessories
Part Names and Functions
Rear View
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1. Introduction
1.4 System Connections
The IP Camera can be connected in one of two ways:
1) 1 to 1 connection where one camera is connected to one PC client or a decoder
system, or 2) 1 to many connections where one system can be connected to several
PCs and decoder systems (the video server can work as a video decoder which takes
the data from a video server or IP camera, decodes and outputs analog video).
Topology
Generally, the IP Camera and PC or a Decoder is connected in a 1-to-1 mode or a 1-to
many configuration:
1:1 Connection
One camera is installed at a site where video images are transmitted. A PC or a
decoder is installed at a central location to receive and view the video images on an
analog monitor. Audio and serial data are transferred in either direction.
1:N Connection
In this configuration, a site can be monitored from many remote central locations.
Although up to 64 PCs or Decoders can be connected to one IP Camera, the maximum
connections would be limited by network bandwidth connection. Functionally, the VMS
(Video Management System) software provided can replace the decoder.
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1. Introduction
Multicast Mode
If the network supports Multicasting, a large number of decoders can be used to
receive video effectively using a single video and audio streaming. However, Multicast
Mode is possible only when the network environment supports Multicast.
Relaying
In this arrangement, video and audio can be re-transmitted from one center to another
center. The arrangement is useful when the network bandwidth at the site is limited
while there is more than one center wanting to monitor the site.
VMS (Video Management System)
VMS (Video Management System) is a Windows based remote monitoring program to
access multiple servers for real-time monitoring or control of the servers and
connected cameras. Please refer to the VMS User Manual for more information on
VMS.
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2. Installation
2.1 Connecting Power
After confirming the Power Source, connect Power Adaptor and connect the 12VDC
Connector to the System.
2.2 Connecting Network
Plug the Network Cable into the Ethernet port (RJ-45 network port).
2.3 Connecting Video
1) To display video through the composite or HD-SDI port, connect each port to a
monitor using BNC coaxial cable. To display video through the HDMI port, connect
the port to a monitor using the HDMI cable.
2) On the Video tab, the Enable Preview option should be set to “ON”. (Please refer
to the Video Configuration section for more details):
Video cannot be viewed if the BNC coaxial cable is not connected when using
HD-SDI.
If the video transmission distance is too far away, the video data may not be
transmitted due to a reduction in the video signal. In order to prevent this, install a
repeater in the middle.
When using HD-SDI, the video can be viewed on the HD-SDI monitor.
When using HDMI, the video can be viewed on the monitor supporting HDMI.
2.4 Connecting Audio
Audio is Full-Duplex. It is possible to set the mode as Tx-only, Rx-only, or Tx-Rx.
Connect audio input and output ports to audio devices accordingly.
The Audio signal required is line level, so audio equipment with an amp, mixer or
other amplifier should be used.
2.5 Connecting Serial Port (RS-485 Communication)
This IP Box Camera can be connected to external equipment such as a PT receiver,
etc. The camera can send PT commands via the Serial Ports.
When a Decoder System is used to connect the IP Box Camera to the Serial Port, the
Decoder System works in Pass-Through Mode (data from one port is delivered to the
other port.
2.6 Connecting Sensor and Alarm
Connect Sensor and Alarm Devices to corresponding terminals accordingly.
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2. Installation
2.7 Check If It Works
Once the power is supplied to the camera, it will start booting. The system will boot up
to operation mode after approximately 40-60 seconds. The green LED on the Ethernet
Port will flash indicating the system is ready.
Software provided on the disc called VS Manager allows you to check the IP address
and other network details of the camera. Please refer to the VS Manager manual for
instructions on how to find the IP address of the camera and to make necessary
changes.
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3. System Operation
Default ID: admin
Default Password: 1234
Default IP Address : http://192.168.10.100
3.1 Remote Video Monitoring
There are two ways to monitor video when the VMS (Video Management System) and
IP Camera are connected. In order for a proper operation, an IP Address must be set
accordingly. Please refer to the VS Manager Manual enclosed with product for further
details.
Video Monitoring using Internet Explorer
Open Internet Explorer and enter the Camera’s IP Address. The system will ask for
confirmation to install Active-X Control. Once authorized, Internet Explorer will begin to
display video images from the Camera as shown below:
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3. System Operation
Video Select
Select the Video Stream to be viewed: Primary, Secondary, Tertiary or Quartic Streaming
This camera is capable of Dual Streaming; Primary Streaming and Secondary
View Size
Adjust the Screen Size. Screen size is initially adjusted according to the Compression
Resolution. If you click 50% icon, the whole screen size will be reduced to half size.
Digital Zoom
Control the Digital Zoom on the screen. The more the camera zooms
in, the smaller the square of control panel is. Position of the image can
be changed by moving position of the square. If you press “1x”, the
screen will return to the normal size.
PTZ Control (Optical Zoom & Digital Zoom Built-In Camera)
PTZ Control Panel is used for controlling External PTZ devices
when the External PTZ devices are connected through a special
Serial Port. It is possible to control zooming by using the Zoom
In/Out buttons of PTZ Control Panel. In order to use Digital Zoom,
select Digital Zoom “ON” in the Camera Tab)
- “Stop”
Stop on-going action.
- “Focus Near”, “Focus Far”, “Auto Focus”
Adjust the focus of the lens.
Select Preset
Set preset position and move to the specific preset position.
- GoTo: After set up, move to the selected preset entry.
- Set: Set the current position to the selected preset entry.
- Clear: Delete the selected preset entry.
Sensor Input and Alarm Input
Displays the status of the sensor in real time. This camera supports One
Sensor Input. When the sensor of the camera is working, the sensor light
turns red. Operate the Alarm Device by pressing the number icon. This
camera supports One Alarm Output. A number icon indicates the status of the alarm
device.
Streaming. Video will be displayed according to the resolution
set on video configuration. If Dual Streaming (“Use Dual
Encode” Menu in Video page) is not activated, Secondary
Videos are not available.
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3. System Operation
IP Mode
Fixed IP
IP Address
192.168.10.100
Subnet Mask
255.255.255.0
Gateway
192.168.10.1
Base Port
2222
HTTP Port
80
Snapshot
Capture video images and save them as BMP or JPEG files.
Talk
Transfer audio from the PC microphone to the camera.
File Record
Recording to an AVI file on Live View page is available. AVI files are generated in the
specified folder or in specified file name on the PC where the web browser is running.
1. Press “Set” button to select folder or create a new folder.
Enter the file name on Filename field.
2. Press “Start” button to start recording.
3. Press “Stop” button to end recording.
4. AVI file named “IP address_hh_mm_ss” or
“File name_IP address_hh_mm_ss” will be generated in the
specified folder depending on whether the path specified a folder or a prefix of the file
name.
Display Buffer
smoother video by sacrificing the latency. A setting of 10 ~ 15 frames can be generally
used for most situations.
Video Monitoring with Decoder System
When the Camera’s IP Address is set in the Remote IP Address section of the Decoder,
the Decoder System will connect to the camera and start receiving the video images.
Normally, a monitor connected to the decoder will display video images.
Set the number of video frames to be buffered before being
displayed on web browser. Larger values result in
3.2 Initialization of IP address
If a System IP Address is lost, the system can be reset to the System Default IP
Address using the Reset Button to the left of the LED lights.
1. While system is in operation, press the reset button for more than 5 seconds.
2. The system will reboot automatically.
3. Once the system reboots, IP Address will be set to the System Default as below:
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4. Remote Configuration
4.1 System Configuration
Remote Setting is available by using web browser. Enter IP Address of the Camera
and a Live View screen appears (see below). Press the Setup button located in the
upper right area of the monitoring screen for Server Setup. For Remote Setting, the
user should have manager-level authority or higher.
The configurations are grouped into 9 categories: Video & Audio, Image, Network,
Event, Record, Device, PTZ, System, and User. To save configuration changes,
click “Apply”. Leaving the page without clicking “Apply” will discard any new
changes.
4.2 Video & Audio Configuration
Information
The information provides current information for Video and Audio Settings.
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4. Remote Configuration
Video
- Performance Calculation
Shows the performance usage rate according to the value set at for Encode mode.
- Input Format
Choose the appropriate Input Format from the list provided.
- Resolution
Select the appropriate Video Encoding Resolution. The Scaling option is used
when the Encoding Resolution is different from Input Resolution. Without Scaling,
the input video will be cut according to the encoding resolution. If Scaling is
selected, the input video will be adjusted according to encoding resolution.
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4. Remote Configuration
- Framerate
Determine the maximum number of frames per second for the video stream.
1,2,3,4,5,6,8,10,15,20,25,30 and 60 frame rate can be selected. The actual frame
rate of the video can be less than the maximum frame rate set due to the network
bandwidth limitation.
- Preference
Select Encoding Mode to control the video quality or bitrate: Quality (VBR) or Bit
Rate (CBR). If Bitrate is selected, the video encoding will be prompted by the Bitrate
value entered. Therefore, the Bitrate mode corresponds to CBR (Constant Bit Rate)
encoding. If Quality is selected, the video encoding will be prompted by the quality of
image selected. Therefore, Quality mode corresponds to VBR (Variable Bit Rate)
encoding.
- Quality
Select Quality Level: 7 Levels of Quality are available. Quality Mode (VBR
Encoding) encodes every frame in a constant quality. Therefore, resulting bitrate
may vary a lot depending on the complexity or activity changes in the input video.
Quality Mode is preferred when constant video quality is required and the network
bandwidth is enough for delivering the stream of highly varying bitrate.
- Bitrate
Bitrate value ranges between 32 and 16Mbps. Bitrate Mode (CBR Encoding)
allows you to set a fixed target bitrate that consumes a predictable amount of
bandwidth. In order to stay within the bitrate limit, video quality is controlled
dynamically according to the complexity or activity changes in the input video.
- I-Frame Interval
I-Frame Interval ranges between 1 and 255.
- H.264 Profile
Select the H.264 Profile: High Profile or Baseline Profile
A profile defines the various capabilities which target specific applications.
1. High Profile
High Profile is the primary profile for broadcast and disc storage applications;
particularly for high-definition television application.
2. Baseline Profile
Baseline Profile is for low-cost applications that require additional data loss
robustness used in some videoconferencing and mobile application. This
profile includes all the features that are supported in the constrained baseline
profile, plus three additional features that can be used for loss robustness.
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4. Remote Configuration
Secondary 1, Secondary 2, Secondary 3
- Use Dual Encode
Select ON to Enable and use Secondary 1-3.
The Secondary 1-3 video can be viewed on Live View window by selecting Stream
Number on the Video Selection
- ROI Encoding (Region of Interest)
Select ON to enable ROI. This can be selected on the secondary stream.
- Algorithm
Select H.264 or MJPEG for the Secondary, Tertiary or Quartic Streaming.
With H.264, Bitrate Mode or Quality Mode can be selected for the Preference.
MJPEG supports the Quality Mode only.
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4. Remote Configuration
Mode
Action
Off
No Operation
Tx-Only
Transmit Only
Rx-Only
Receive Only
Tx & Rx
Transmit and Receive
Audio
Algorithm
Select the Audio Algorithm: G.711 or AAC. G.711 and AAC is supported from client
to camera direction. However, bi-directional audio communication is supported.
Bitrate
Bitrate ranges from 64Kbps and 128kbps when AAC is selected. The sample rate is
fixed to 8KHz and 32KHz for G.711 and AAC respectively. Note: when the camera
is connected to a decoder, the decoder’s audio algorithm should be set identically to
transmit the audio properly.
Mode
Select the Audio Operation Mode:
Input Gain
Audio Input Gain ranges from 0 to 31.
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4. Remote Configuration
Output
Output Format
Select the format of output when Enable Preview is selected.
Output Format
Chose Output Format when Enable Preview is selected.
Audio
Audio Output: The input audio is transmitted to the encoder.
Loopback: Does not transmit the audio to the encoder. Audio input and
output to the camera.
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4. Remote Configuration
4.3 Image Configuration
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4. Remote Configuration
Day & Night
The IP Camera provides color images during the day. However, as light diminishes
below a certain level, the camera can be set to automatically switch to night mode
(black & white mode) for better image quality.
Day & Night Mode: Selectable based on environment.
Auto: Automatically switches to/from Day (color) or Night (B&W) Mode based
on the lighting conditions using ICR (Infrared Cut Removal).
Day (Color): Provides color image regardless of light.
Night (B/W): Provides B/W image regardless of light.
White Balance
White Balance Mode:
- Auto: This mode adjusts the white balance output using color information
from the entire screen. It uses the color temperature radiating from a black
subject based on a 3000K to 7500K range.
- Manual: Manual control of R and B gain, 256 steps each.
- Indoor: 3200K Base Mode.
- Outdoor: 5800 K Base Mode.
- Outdoor Auto: Provides automatic white balance output, especially for
outdoors. Captures images with natural white balance in both the mornings and
evenings.
- ATW (Auto Tracking WB): Auto Tracking White Balance (2000K to 10000K).
Auto Exposure
AE Mode:
- Full Auto: Auto Iris and Gain, Fixed Shutter Speed (59.94/NTSC:1/60 sec,
50/PAL: 1/50 sec).
- Manual: 21 Shutter Speed, 18 Iris and 8 Gain steps can be set manually.
- Shutter Priority: 21 Shutter Speed steps (1/2 - 1/10,000) can be set
manually. The Iris and Gain are set automatically based on the brightness of
the subject.
- Iris Priority: 18 Iris steps (F1.8 to close) can be set manually. The Shutter
Speed and Gain are set automatically based on the brightness of the subject.
- Bright: The Bright control function adjusts both the Gain and Iris using an
internal algorithm based on the brightness level set by the user. Exposure is
controlled by the Gain when subject is dark and controlled by the Iris when
subject is bright. As both Gain and Iris are fixed, this mode is used when
exposing at a fixed camera sensitivity.
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4. Remote Configuration
DSS Mode
Select Auto to operate DSS (Digital Sutter Speed)
Back Light Compensation
The camera can balance the lighting in a scene with an extremely bright background
such as sunlight. Adjusting the lighting contrast will show a clear image.
Gamma Mode
Gamma correction can be changed in this mode.
Auto Focus
Minimum Focus Length
Automatically uses Digital Zoom (12x) supported by the camera zoom lens.
x10 Optical Zoom and x12 Digital Zoom lens (f=5.1 - 5.1mm) is built in camera.
AF Sensitivity
- Normal: Focuses at the quickest speed. Use this mode when shooting a fast
moving subject. Usually, this is the most appropriate mode.
- Low: Improves the focus stability. When the lighting level is low, the AF function
does not work well to show a stable image.
Focus Offset
Placing a dome cover in front of the camera may cause the focal distance of the
camera to change. Although the camera responds to changes in this mode, this
effect exceeds the AF range so it cannot track.
Enhancement
WDR
The Wide Dynamic Range mode is a function for dividing an image into a grid and
correcting shadows and blown-out highlights in accordance with the intensity
difference. It enables you to obtain images with a dark to light range, even when
capturing a subject with a high intensity difference that is backlight or includes
extremely light portions.
Noise Reduction
The NR Function removes noise (both random and non-random) to provide a clear
image. This function has six options: levels 1 to 5, plus OFF. The NR effect is
applied in levels based on the gain and this value determines the limits of the effect.
In bright conditions, changing the NR level will not have any effect.
Stabilizer Mode
Turning on the image stabilizer function reduces image blurring caused by vibration,
for example, which allows you to obtain images without much blurring.
Defog Mode
When the surrounding area of the subject is foggy and low contrast, the defog mode
will make the subject appear clearer.
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4. Remote Configuration
Aperture Control
Aperture Control is a function which adjusts the edge enhancement of objects in the
picture. There are 16 levels of adjustment, starting with “no enhancement”. When
shooting text, this control may help by making the text sharper.
Color Gain
Color Gain can be configured in this mode. Use this setting when bright colors are
important. The settings range from 60% to 2000% with 15 stages total with 1000%
being the standard.
High Sensitivity
In this mode, the maximum gain increases enabling a brighter output even in a
darker environment. However, if the gain reaches a high level (up to 4x), the image
will have a large amount of noise.
Other
Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom (12x) is supported by the camera zoom lens. x10 Optical Zoom and
x12 Digital Zoom lens (f=5.1 ~ 5.1mm) is built-in the camera.
Image Flip
Select On to enable a flipped image to be shown.
Mirror
Select On to enable a mirrored image to be shown.
Chroma Suppress
User can configure a Chroma suppress mode for low-illumination conditions. This
can be useful when color noise is particularly noticeable in such conditions. Four
levels (3 levels plus disable) are available for the Chroma Suppress mode.
Codec
Brightness
Controls video input brightness by selecting values between 0 and 255.
Contrast
Controls video input contrast by selecting values between 0 and 255.
Saturation
Controls video input saturation by selecting values between 0 and 255.
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4. Remote Configuration
Noise Filter
Noise Filter (NR) is used to obtain a high quality output image and enhance
compression efficiency. This camera offers Edge Preserving 2D NR and Motion
Adaptive 3D NR.
2D: use 2D NR at night mode with TDN (use 2D NR)
3D #1: use 3D#1 NR (refer to 1 on 3D NR)
3D #2: use 3D#2 NR (refer to 2 on 3D NR)
Strong: use 3D NR (refer to 2 on 3D NR). Effects are increased by 3 times more
than normal 3D NR.
Blend: use 3D NR & 2D NR
Edge Enhancement
Edge Enhancement is an image processing filter that enhances the edge contrast of
an image or video in an attempt to improve its acutance (apparent sharpness).
Edge Enhancement Sensitivity
User can adjust Edge Enhancement Sensitivity from 0 to 7 (with 7 being the highest
sensitivity level).
Edge Enhancement Strength
User can adjust Edge Enhancement Strength from 0 to 31 (with 31 being the highest
strength level).
Schedule
To allow different camera configurations according to time of a day, the scheduling
feature of the camera allows user to define these configurations.
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