Pelco IPCT01 User Manual
IPCT01 Pelco IP
Camera Installation
Tool User Manual
C3922M-A (9/14)
Contents
Important Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................................................. 4
Important Notices ................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Regulatory Notices ......................................................................................................................................................... 5
Radio and Television Interference ................................................................................................................................. 5
Legal Notice ................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Legal Notice (Audio Notice) .................................................................................................................................................... 5
Warranty ................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Overview ................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Features ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Package Content ........................................................................................................................................................... 7
Dimensions .................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Name and Function of Each Part ................................................................................................................................... 9
Battery Charge ............................................................................................................................................................. 12
Powering On ................................................................................................................................................................ 12
Touch Panel Calibration ....................................................................................................................................................... 13
Screen Layout ...................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Status Icons ................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Buttons ......................................................................................................................................................................... 14
IP Camera Live View ............................................................................................................................................................ 18
Connect IP Camera (Direct Connection) ...................................................................................................................... 18
Device Search .............................................................................................................................................................. 20
AV In (Analog Video Live View)............................................................................................................................................ 21
Fixed Camera Live View .............................................................................................................................................. 21
Cable Test (CAT5) ....................................................................................................................................................... 22
Power over Ethernet (PoE) .................................................................................................................................................. 23
Enable PoE .................................................................................................................................................................. 23
PoE Setup .................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Snapshot .............................................................................................................................................................................. 26
Implement Snapshot .................................................................................................................................................... 26
Video Recording ................................................................................................................................................................... 27
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Implement Video Recording ......................................................................................................................................... 27
IP Camera Setup .................................................................................................................................................................. 28
Setup- IP Connection (Alter Camera Settings) ............................................................................................................. 30
Setup- IP Camera (Load the Network Settings) ........................................................................................................... 31
Setup- Firmware Upgrade ............................................................................................................................................ 32
Setup- License Activation / De-activation ..................................................................................................................... 32
AV Video Setup .................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Snapshot Setup .................................................................................................................................................................... 38
Video Setup .......................................................................................................................................................................... 40
Video Playback ................................ ................................................................ ............................................................ 41
System Setup ....................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Restore Streaming Format ................................................................................................................................................... 45
Appendix A: Portable User Kit .............................................................................................................................................. 46
Appendix B: Technical Specification .................................................................................................................................... 48
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................................................... 49
Pelco Product Support Contact Information ......................................................................................................................... 49
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Important Safety Instructions
This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature
accompanying this unit
WARNING: This product is sensitive to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). To avoid ESD damage to this product,
use ESD safe practices during installation. Before touching, adjusting or handling this product, correctly attach an
ESD wrist strap to your wrist and appropriately discharge your body and tools. For more information about ESD
control and safe handling practices of electronics, please refer to ANSI/ESD S20.20-1999 or contact the
Electrostatic Discharge Association (www.esda.org).
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
8. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. Dispose of
used batteries according to the instructions provided by the battery manufacturer.
The product and/or manual may bear the following marks:
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Important Notices
REGULATORY NOTICES
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.
RADIO AND TELEVISION INTERFERENCE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of 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.
Changes and Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer or registrant of this equipment can void your authority
to operate this equipment under Federal Communications Commission’s rules.
In order to maintain compliance with FCC regulations shielded cables must be used with this equipment. Operation with
non-approved equipment or unshielded cables is likely to result in interference to radio and television reception.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
LEGAL NOTICE
SOME PELCO EQUIPMENT CONTAINS, AND THE SOFTWARE ENABLES, AUDIO/VISUAL AND RECORDING
CAPABILITIES, THE IMPROPER USE OF WHICH MAY SUBJECT YOU TO CIVIL AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES.
APPLICABLE LAWS REGARDING THE USE OF SUCH CAPABILITIES VARY BETWEEN JURISDICTIONS AND MAY
REQUIRE, AMONG OTHER THINGS, EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT FROM RECORDED SUBJECTS. YOU ARE SOLELY
RESPONSIBLE FOR INSURING STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH SUCH LAWS AND FOR STRICT ADHERENCE TO ANY/ALL
RIGHTS OF PRIVACY AND PERSONALTY. USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT AND/OR SOFTWARE FOR ILLEGAL
SURVEILLANCE OR MONITORING SHALL BE DEEMED UNAUTHORIZED USE IN VIOLATION OF THE END USER
SOFTWARE AGREEMENT AND RESULT IN THE IMMEDIATE TERMINATION OF YOUR LICENSE RIGHTS
THEREUNDER.
Legal Notice (Audio Notice)
NOTE: Improper use of audio/visual recording equipment may subject you to civil and criminal penalties. Applicable laws
regarding the use of such capabilities vary between jurisdictions and may require, among other things, express written consent
from the recorded subjects. You are solely responsible for insuring strict compliance with such laws and for strict adherence to
any/all right of privacy and personalty.
Warranty
For information about Pelco’s product warranty and thereto related information, refer to www.pelco.com/warranty.
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Overview
The IPCT01 Pelco IP Camera Installation Tool combines an IP digital video tester and an analog video tester into a
single hand-held device, utilizing an ultra-bright, high-resolution 3.5 Inch Color LCD Screen, which makes all camera
adjustments a snap.
The IPCT01 benefits users by providing various network protocol compatibilities. With customized built-in codec, the
IPCT01 is capable of decoding video streaming simultaneously and allowing users to view and to adjust focus on the
monitor. The IPCT01 also operates on both NTSC and PAL TV system by standard BNC video input. Moreover, it
has a phone-jack that allows users to test for audio if available. Furthermore, the IPCT01 runs by a rechargeable
battery that provides the IPCT01 with up to three hours of operating time.
Blending functionality and compatibility, the IPCT01 is a versatile video IPCT01 for both analog and IP applications.
FEATURES
Built-in 3.5” LCD monitor with QVGA resolution
10/100 Mbps Ethernet with RJ-45 connector
Built-in touch panel / keypad
High capacity Lithium battery
UTP cable test
H.264 and MJPEG video compression
NTSC / PAL Video in / Audio in / Speaker out
PoE / PoE+ function support
PoE voltage, current, and power consumption measurement
Built-in memory for local recording and playback (AVI / MJPEG)
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PACKAGE CONTENT
IP Camera Tester
Soft Silicone Gel Case
Li-ion Battery Pack
CD: User’s Manual
Soft Carrying Pouch
(with Neck Strap)
Network Cable
BNC Cable
UTP Terminal Block
DC 12V Adaptor
The items included in a standard package of the IPCT01 Pelco IP Camera Installation Tool are as shown below.
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DIMENSIONS
NOTE: VALUES IN PARENTHESES ARE INCHES; ALL OTHERS ARE CENTIMETERS.
Please refer to the below diagram for the dimensions of the IPCT01.
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NAME AND FUNCTION OF EACH PART
No.
Item
Description
1 Power Bank Switch
Switch OFF to use internal battery, external battery or
DC 12V power. Switch ON to use PoE pass through
power. Default position is OFF.
2 LAN / PoE Port
Connect the LAN cable from the IP Camera that is
PoE enabled to this port.
3 LAN / PSE Port
Connect the LAN cable from the switch or head end.
Noted that PoE from head in switch can be plugged
in and power camera from here if camera PoE is not
used.
4 microSD Slot
Insert the microSD card into the slot for data storage.
5 USB Slot
Connect the USB storage devices to the slot for
firmware upgrade or data storage.
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6 Video In
Connect the BNC cable to the Video In from the
camera.
7 Stylus Touch Pen Slot
Use the embedded stylus touch pen for touch screen
operation.
8 Power Indicator LED
Light LED indicates the power is on.
9 Data TX/RX Indicator LED
The LED flashes when the IPCT01 is under operation
10 Light Sensor
The light sensor on the above right of the screen
can detect environmental brightness to adjust the
LCD screen brightness automatically.
11 3.5” LCD Screen
The 3.5” LCD screen displays video and various
setup menus.
12 Shift
Press the left / right / up / down arrow keys to
navigate among the icons or move through the items
within a menu.
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ESC / Restore Streaming
Format Key
1) ESC Function:
Press this key to exit without saving or returning to
the previous page.
2) Restore Streaming Format Function:
Streaming Format of the IP Camera can be restored
by pressing this key.
14 Start / Enter / Snapshot Key
1) Start Function:
Turn on the Main Power Slide Switch, and then press
this key for about 3 seconds to start up the Tester.
2) Enter Function:
Press this key to enter the sub-menu or to save the
setups.
3) Snapshot Function:
When viewing IP Camera video, press this key for
image snap shot. Press the key and the snapshot
setup menu will come out within 5 seconds. Click the
“Enter” icon to save the settings of the snapshot
image.
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15 Main Power Slide Switch
Turn on the slide switch before pressing the Start
key.
16 Audio Out
Plug the headset into the phone jack.
17 Audio In
Connect the microphone to the audio input jack.
18 Charging Indicator Light
The light will stay on while the IPCT01’s battery is
charging.
19 UTP Cable Tester
For UTP cable test, connect one end of the network
cable to this port and the other end to the CAT5 UTP
terminator for detecting wiring types (Straight / Cross)
or errors (Open / Short / Miswired) from the displayed
wire map on the screen.
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DC 12V Power Adapter
Connector
Connect the supplied DC adapter cord to the DC
input jack.
21 RS-485 Terminal Block
The RS-485 Terminal Block is a future option.
22 Loudspeaker
For audio output.
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BATTERY CHARGE
The Li-ion battery provided is able to support up to three hours of operating time, and takes approximately two hours
to recharge.
To recharge the battery pack, please connect the DC 12V adaptor cord to the DC input jack on the side of the
IPCT01. While battery is charging, the charging indicator LED will be on. The LED will be off after charging is
completed.
The IPCT01 IP Camera Installation Tool will support cameras with PoE IEEE802.3af, Class 2. Cameras with high
power consumption (IEEE802.3at, Class 3) must use an external battery similar to a BP-930 battery. Note that when
powering Class 3 devices, the 2,200 mAh battery will only last for 5-10 minutes.
NOTE: Batteries exceeding 2,200 mAh will not fit the battery cover and the soft silicone gel case.
POWERING ON
To power on the IPCT01, please set the Power Slide Switch on the side to “ON” position, and press and hold the
Start Key for 3 seconds.
The IPCT01 will start booting up, with a loading bar displayed on the screen for about 10 seconds. In the mean time,
the Data TX/RX Indicator LED will be blinking. The Main Menu will come out within 50 seconds, as shown in the right
figure below.
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Touch Panel Calibration
For initial access or after system reset, the system will enter the Touch Panel Calibration mode (as shown below)
before accessing to the Main Menu.
Step 1: Tap the flashing cross on the top left of the screen.
Step 2: Tap the other flashing cross located diagonally.
Step 3: Tap each flashing box as instructed.
The screen mode will switch to Main Menu (as the figure below) after Touch Panel Calibration is completed.
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Screen Layout
Battery
Status
Indicates the battery level and charging status.
PSE
When the Tester is connected to an IP Camera that is PoE enabled with the IPCT01’s PoE
function on, the PSE button will be light up, and the Camera will draw power from the IPCT01’s
internal battery.
Main Menu
Return to the Main Menu.
Return
Click on this icon to go back to the previous page.
Enter/Save
Enter the submenu of a function or to save settings.
Main Menu
The Main Menu of the IPCT01 is shown as follows:
STATUS ICONS
BUTTONS
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IP Camera
Connect
Directly connect to the IP Camera with one touch.
Device
Search
Ideal for testing multiple IP Cameras. Tap this icon to find all the IP Cameras in
the network. Then select a specific IP Camera by IP or MAC from the address
list. Users can access “Setup> Setup- IP> Setup- IP connection” to choose
the Camera Type. The relative IP Cameras will be filtered out.
AV In
View the video display on the LCD screen via the video output of the BNC supported
Camera.
Cable Test
Detects the CAT5 Cable for wiring types (Straight / Cross) or errors (Short / Open /
Miswired).
Power Over
Ethernet
Tap this icon to enable Power over Ethernet (PoE) output for IP Cameras that are PoE /
PoE Plus enabled. And the Camera will draw power from the IPCT01’s internal battery.
PoE Setup
Select for PoE Setups including Power Level, Power over Ethernet (PoE) measurement,
PoE measurement display, Enable PoE when booting, and PoE auto-shutdown time.
Setup
Various Setups for cameras and the IPCT01 can be configured here. Each setup is shown
in the following section: Setup Menu.
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Setup Menu
Setup- IP
Setup- IP
connection
The IPCT01’s IP address and the IP Camera’s basic profile including IP
address, camera type, user name, password, and streaming relevant
information can all be altered here.
Setup- IP
camera
Configure the IP Camera’s network settings. Additionally, it is allowed to
load the relevant settings from an IP Camera to the IPCT01.
Setup- IP
script
Adjust IP Camera video’s brightness, color level, contrast and sharpness
by editing the API commands. Additionally, it is allowed to import the
relevant API commands from other IP Camera to the IPCT01.
Setup- AV
Setup- AV
Video
Adjust analog video’s brightness, contrast and sharpness.
Setup- Snapshot
Preview and manage the snapshot files.
Press the <Setup> button in the Main Menu, and users will be automatically directed to the Setup Menu as
shown below.
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