OCEAN PRESENCE OPT-06SD/HD User Manual

OCEAN PRESENCE

Technologies

Underwater IP Camera System

OPT-06SD/HD User’s Manual

Version 2.1

OceanCam

™

Models: OPT-06SD, OPT-06SDE, OPT-06HD, OPT-06HDE, OPT-06FHD & OPT-06FHDE

OceanCam User’s Manual Version: 1.0 7/16/13

NOTICE TO USERS

This manual or the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated or reduced to any machine-readable form without prior written approval from Ocean Presence Technologies.

OCEAN PRESENCE TECHNOLOGIES AND SONY CORPORATION PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL OCEAN PRESENCE TECHNOLOGIES NOR SONY CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF.

Ocean Presence Technologies reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice.

The software described herein may also be governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement.

• “UWIP,” “Underwater IP Camera”, “OceanCam” and “OceamCam” are trademarks of Ocean Presence Technologies.

• “IPELA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

• Microsoft, Windows, Internet Explorer and

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All other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies or their respective makers.

Indicates potential electrical hazard. Please handle with care and observe all proper operations and warnings.

If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Ocean Presence Technologies at: 831-426-4678

or E-mail to: info@oceanpresence.com

or Write to: Ocean Presence Technologies 326 Pacheco Ave.

Santa Cruz, CA 95062 USA

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TABLE of CONTENT

1.0 SHIPPED COMPONENTS ..................... 4

2.0 QUICK START....................................... 4

2.1 Unpacking Instructions.......................... 4

2.2 Connecting the Camera ........................ 5

2.3 Configuring the Network ....................... 5

2.4 Deployment Testing.............................. 6

3.0 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION........................ 7

3.1 Hardware Assembly.............................. 7

3.2 Camera System .................................... 7

3.3 Housing ................................................ 8

3.4 Power & Network Subsystems .............. 8

3.5 Moisture Purging System...................... 9

3.6 Buoyancy Control ................................. 9

4.0 CAMERA OPERATIONS ..................... 10

4.1 Software Installation ........................... 10

4.2 Assigning IP Address.......................... 10

4.3 Configuring the Camera...................... 11

4.3.1 Video Settings........................ 11

4.3.2 Upright Mounting.................... 12

4.3.3 Home Position........................ 12

4.3.4 White Balance........................ 12

4.4 SNC Desktop Viewer .......................... 12

4.4.1 Area zoom ............................. 13

4.4.2 Vector dragging...................... 13

4.4.3 Panorama Control .................. 14

4.5 Recording Images & Video ................. 14

4.6 Media Player Software........................ 14

4.7 Free Plug-in Viewer ............................ 15

4.8 Operation Authority............................. 16

4.9 Position Presets & Tours..................... 16

4.10 Image Transmission ........................... 17

5.0 SYSTEM ACCESSORIES .................... 18

5.1 Underwater Lighting............................ 18

5.2 Hydrophone ........................................ 18

5.3 Wireless Network ................................ 19

5.4 Remote Power Systems...................... 19

5.5 Ethernet Extender ............................... 19

5.6 Smart Phone Viewer ........................... 19

6.0 PRE-DEPLOYMENT TESTING ............ 20

6.1 Camera/Network Tests ....................... 20

6.2 Final Check-out................................... 20

7.0 CARE & MAINTENANCE..................... 21

7.1 Opening the Housing .......................... 21

7.2 Closing the Housing............................ 21

7.3 Above Water Maintenance .................. 21

7.4 O-Ring Greasing Technique................ 22

7.5 Below Water Maintenance .................. 22

7.6 Periodic Maintenance.......................... 22

8.0 APPENDIX........................................... 23

8.1 Troubleshooting Guide........................ 23

8.1.1 Camera Power Light Off ......... 23

8.1.2 Camera Network Light Off ...... 23

8.1.3 Camera Not in SNC Toolbox... 23

8.1.4 DSN Error/Server Not Found .. 24

8.2 Dome Field Replacement.................... 24

8.2.1 Dome Removal....................... 24

8.2.2 Dome Installation.................... 24

8.3 Warranty ............................................. 26

8.4 Accessories (Optional) ........................ 26

8.5 Replacement Parts ............................. 26

8.6 Camera Specifications ........................ 27

8.6.1 System Requirements ............ 27

8.6.2 Camera Specifications............ 27

8.6.3 Camera Components ............. 28

8.7 Housing Specifications........................ 28

8.8 Mounting the Camera.......................... 29

8.9 Underwater Cable Wiring .................... 29

OceanCam User’s Manual Version: 2.0 7/16/13

1.0 SHIPPED COMPONENTS

1) Underwater camera in housing,

2) Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) cable,

3) PoE power supply with power cord,

4) Software CD,

5) Spares kit: allen wrench, silicone grease, silica bags and

6) Users manuals.

2.0 QUICK START

The OceanCam Underwater IP camera system (UWIP) has been designed to simplify installation and deployment. It involves four simple steps:

1) Unpacking the camera

2) Connecting the camera

3) Configuring the network

4) Deployment testing

Step #4 is covered in detail in Section 6 of this manual.

2.1 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

The OceanCam is shipped in a specially designed packing box. The camera is packed with protective foam and is ready to use out of the box.

THE BOX AND PACKING MATERIALS

SHOULD BE RETAINED IN THE EVENT THAT

SHIPPING IS REQUIRED

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2.2 CONNECTING THE CAMERA

The OceanCam is ready to be used out of the box. It employs a PTZ camera that is network ready.

The standard system includes a power supply and an underwater Power-overEthernet (PoE) cable. The PoE connector should be attached to the housing and the cable stress relief sleeve lightly tightened.

To connect to the network, attach the other end of the PoE cable to the OUT port of the power supply. A standard Ethernet cable can then be attached from the IN port of the power supply to a router, computer or Internet modem.

A router can be used to initially configure the camera. To connect directly to a computer, a commercially available network crossover cable or coupler (not supplied) may be required.

Once all the network cables have been attached, you can apply power to the system.

The camera will initially blink both the power and network lights. The power light will stay on and the network light will blink for two minutes at which time the turret will realign to the home position.

The network light will illuminate, indicating that the network connection was successful. (If this network light is not green or amber, see Section 8.1.2 for more detailed instructions or troubleshooting guide in Appendix A.

2.3 CONFIGURING THE NETWORK

The first time that you install the camera on your computer you will need to download the configuration software from the Installation CD. Insert the CD in your CDROM drive. A cover page will appear. Click the Setup icon of the SNC toolbox. The file download dialog opens. Install the SNC Toolbox into your Windows computer using the wizard.

Start the SNC Toolbox and click “Search” to detect the camera. The program will detect any camera on the network. (See included Sony User Manual for detailed installation and operations.)

The camera will become visible on the network as indicated by appearing in the SNC Toolbox program.

THE FACTORY SETTING FOR THE CAMERA

IS SET TO DHCP.

Double-clicking on this camera will launch the camera in a browser window. Only a Windows operating system can be used to administer the program, although other operating systems can be used to view and control the camera.

FIREFOX, SAFARI AND OTHER APPLE

BASED BROWSERS ARE SUPPORTED FOR VIEWING AND CAMERA CONTROL.

RECORDING IS DONE USING ACTIVEX.

See Section 4.4 and Section 4.7 for details on the operation of the two video viewers.

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2.4 DEPLOYMENT TESTING

The camera can be deployed while the network is operational. This will allow the monitoring of any leakage.

DO NOT PLUG IN OR REMOVE THE HOUSING POE CONNECTOR WHILE UNDERWATER WHEN THE POWER IS ON!

Weights can be added to adjust the buoyancy. Attach 4-5 pound weights to each corner of the housing using plastic cable ties.

It is advisable to test the system in fresh water prior to saltwater deployment. If this is not possible, lower the camera into the water with the camera pointing vertical and the network active.

If a perfect o-ring seal has not been obtained, fogging or condensation will soon appear on the inside of the top of the dome.

A submergence test can also we performed without power applied. Lower the system to a depth of 10 feet and then remove it for visible inspection for leaks. If possible, test the system again at a depth of 30 feet for 15 minutes.

IF ANY MOISTURE IS SEEN ON THE TOP OF THE DOME, REMOVE THE SYSTEM FROM THE WATER IMMEDIATELY!

If moisture is seen on the top inside of the dome, either the O-ring was not properly sealed or additional moisture removal may be required. If a dry system cannot be obtained, please contact the manufacturer for assistance.

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3.0 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

3.1 HARDWARE ASSEMBLY

The camera system is shipped completely assembled and ready for operation.

Attach the PoE cable to the camera using the underwater connector. Lightly tighten the stress relief sleeve. Additional plastic cable ties can also be used.

Attach the other end of the PoE cable to the power injector. An optional waterproof power/wireless box may have already been wired to the PoE cable.

Attach the Ethernet cable to the network consisting of a router, wireless network adapter, computer or direct Internet modem.

Connecting to a computer may require a crossover cable (not supplied).

Once both network connectors are attached, plug the power into a 110/240 VAC source. Once power is supplied to the camera, it will “boot” and move to the “home” position.

The system provides for the removal of moisture from inside the housing with the use of silica bags. The housing exerts approximately 10-16 pounds of positive buoyancy. Weights can be attached to either side of the housing.

Once all the network cables have been attached, you can apply power to the system.

3.2 CAMERA SYSTEM

The OceanCam employs a PTZ (pan-tiltzoom) camera that has been designed for 24x7 operations.

The camera has a rotation range of 340degress or 360-degrees endless rotation (depending on model) and can tilt 210degrees with an auto-flip feature that keeps the image properly oriented.

Both optical and digital zoom is available although, digital zoom is generally disabled to obtain the sharpest underwater images.

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3.3 HOUSING

The OceanCam housing has been specially designed and manufactured for select IP cameras. Model OPT-06 has been designed for a maximum working depth of 180 feet. Other models are available for greater working depths.

The housing uses a specially designed greater than hemi-sphere glass dome that allows for greater clarity and a harder surface capable of being cleaned underwater. A nylon sponge can be used on the glass dome only as other surfaces maybe scratched.

The housing features cable stress relief. The housing uses pairs of circular o-rings to insure a more reliable seal. The cylinder is free of attached components and can be completely removed exposing the camera and components.

The housing has been specially designed to protect the electronics from small amounts of water in the unlikely event of an improperly seated o-ring.

NOTE: When underwater lighting (Section

5.1 or hydrophone (Section 5.2) is not

being used, plugs with o-rings may be supplied. These have been tightened in the factory and should not need any attention.

HAND TIGHTEN PLUGS ONLY! DO NOT FLATTEN THE O-RING.

3.4 POWER & NETWORK SUBSYSTEMS

Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) has the ability to carry both data and power over a single Cat5 cable. The underwater PoE connector can be attached or removed underwater. A stress relief sleeve is also used.

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE CAP AS THE

BULKHEAD MAY BE LOOSEN UPON REMOVAL OF THE CAP. THIS MAY CAUSE LEAKING!

The system may employ a PoE power supply (PoE injector). A standard Ethernet Cat5 network cable connects to a local area network (router) and then to the Internet. For testing purposes, a F-F connector and crossover cable may be needed when connecting directly to a computer without going through a network router.

A 110/240 VAC power supply is used to deliver 48 VDC to the camera through the PoE cable.

A power converter/regulator inside the camera converts to 12 VDC used by the camera. The camera can also be powered from 48 VDC batteries.

DO NOT PLUG IN OR REMOVE THE HOUSING POE CONNECTOR WHILE UNDERWATER WHEN THE POWER IS ON!

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3.5 MOISTURE PURGING SYSTEM

To ensure the best operation of the camera, moisture inside the housing needs to be removed. This is done through the use of silica drying bags. Bags only need to be replaced if the housing is opened. They can be regenerated in a warm oven.

3.6 BUOYANCY CONTROL

Standard dive weights can be attached to each side of the housing for buoyancy control. The amount of weight is based on the surge conditions of each deployment. Weights should not be used for permanent placement or in very high surge.

Weights should not be used for permanent placement or in high surge. Standard lead dive weights can be used instead of the weight tray. Attach weights to the metal bars on either side of the housing.

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