PiXORD PD637, PD637E User Manual

PD637 User’s Manual

PD637 / PD637E

User’s Manual

H.264 High Profile

2M Fish-Eye Panoramic Vandal Dome

Camera

Version: 1.5

Date: 07/05/2012

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Contents

Notices ........................................................................................................................................................... 2

Introduction .................................................................................................................................................... 4

Installation ..................................................................................................................................................... 5

Using the Web UI ........................................................................................................................................ 14

1. Live View ......................................................................................................................................... 15

2. Video ................................................................................................................................................ 18

General ......................................................................................................................................... 18

External Video Source ................................................................................................................. 21

3. Camera ............................................................................................................................................. 23

General ......................................................................................................................................... 23

Advance ................................................................................................... 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。

4. Event ................................................................................................................................................ 30

Event Server ................................................................................................................................. 31

Motion Detection ......................................................................................................................... 33

I/O Ports ....................................................................................................................................... 36

Event Configuration ..................................................................................................................... 37

5. Schedule ........................................................................................................................................... 38

General ......................................................................................................................................... 38

Storage ......................................................................................................................................... 39

6. Network ........................................................................................................................................... 40

General ......................................................................................................................................... 40

Advanced ..................................................................................................................................... 41

SMTP (E-Mail) ............................................................................................................................ 42

DDNS .......................................................................................................................................... 43

7. System.............................................................................................................................................. 44

Information .................................................................................................................................. 44

User .............................................................................................................................................. 45

Date & Time ................................................................................................................................ 46

Server Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 47

Log Service .................................................................................................................................. 48

8. Customize ........................................................................................................................................ 49

FAQ .............................................................................................................................................................. 51

I/O Terminal Connector - Pin Assignment .......................................................................................... 51

Restore Factory Default ....................................................................................................................... 52

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Notices

This user manual is intended for administrators and users of the PiXORD PD637 Network Camera, including instructions for using and managing the camera on your network. The use of surveillance

devices may be prohibited by law in your country. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the

operation of such devices is legal before installing this unit for its intended use.

Before the Network Camera is installed, all the safety and operating instructions should be carefully read and followed to avoid damage due to faulty assembly and installation. This also ensures the product is used properly as intended.

Heed all warnings

 Do not drop or strike this equipment

Sensitive electronics inside the camera are vulnerable to excessive strike.

 Do not install the equipment near any flames or heat sources

Excessive heat could damage this equipment.

 Do not cover cloth or to install this equipment in poorly ventilated places.

Overheating could damage this equipment.

 Do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. Do not touch the power connection with

wet hands

Risk of short circuit, electric shock or fire

 Do not damage the power cord or leave it under pressure

Risk of fire or shock circuit

 To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the Cover (or Back).

No user-serviceable parts inside. Misusage, improper, and negligence could damage this equipment. Need to refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

 Do not continue to operate if there appears to be fault.

If the unit ceases to function, contact qualified service personnel for help.

 All work related to the installation of this product should be made by qualified service

personnel or system installers.

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Liability

PiXORD Corporation reserves the right to make corrections, modifications, enhancements, improvements, and other changes to its products and services at any time and to discontinue any product or service without notice. Customers should obtain the latest relevant information before placing orders and should verify that such information is current and complete. All products are sold subject to PiXORD Corporation’s terms and conditions of sale supplied at the time of order acknowledgment.

PiXORD is not responsible or liable for the resale of its products with statements different from or beyond the specification/parameters stated by PiXORD. Customers are responsible for their applications using PiXORD products. To minimize the risks associated with customer applications, customers should provide adequate operating safeguards. PiXORD is under no obligation to provide any further technical support service or product/software alteration beyond PiXORD's representation.

PiXORD products are not authorized for use in safety-critical applications where a failure of the PiXORD product would cause severe personal injury or death, unless officers of the parties have executed an agreement specifically governing such use.

Reproduction of PiXORD information or datasheets with alteration is an unfair and deceptive business practice. PiXORD is not responsible or liable for any such statements.

Every care has been taken of this manual. If there are any inaccuracies or omissions, please inform your local office. PiXORD Corporation cannot be held responsible for any typographical or technical errors. PiXORD Corporation is not liable or responsible for incidental or damages caused by mishandling.

Trademarks

Support

If you require any technical assistance, please contact your PiXORD reseller. You can connect to the Internet PiXORD’s website: www.pixord.com for below information,

 Download user documentation and firmware updates at PiXORD Support

( http://www.pixord.com/support/support.asp)

 Find answers to resolved problems in the FAQ database. Or contact our FAE at technical

support (http://www.pixord.com/contact2.asp)

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Introduction

PD637 is a Fish-Eye Vandal Dome Network Camera featured with 2Mega Pixel resolution and superior H.264-AVC performance and rich functions. PD637 include a fish-eye lens for 360° panoramic wide angle view without blind spot.

The e-PTZ function include 16 preset points without moving parts, it can execute part of traditional PTZ camera functions and thus save lot of traditional mechanical Pan/Tilt maintain cost.

The hardware based panorama video processing ability can provide user multiple video modes including source image, double broad view, triple mode view and quad view.

The PoE feature provides an easy installation through a single Ethernet cable, lessening the installation of power plugs or extensions. Further functions include two-way audio and micro SD card support for local storage application.

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Installation

1. Hardware Connection

1. Prepare a PC with Ethernet link to the network

2. Connect LAN port (RJ45) of the camera to a network switch/hub

3. Connect power jack / POE support only for PD637E

4. Ensure the power adaptor specification matches the power system (110V or 220V) and connect the

adaptor to the outlet

5. Check LED status (Power/Network)

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2. Software Installation

The installation of the following software programs are required for the proper functioning of the device’s Web user Interface The programs are located in the Software Package CD provided together with the device.

IP Installer

The IP Installer is used to locate and configure network cameras and video servers on the LAN. This utility is useful for conveniently configuring the network settings of the device, or for finding a device once the network settings have been modified. To install the IP Installer, from the Software Package CD, select IP installer, then follow the on instructions to complete the installation.

XVID Codec

An H.264 codec is applied for displaying the video stream and playing the recoded AVI files. If the video stream can’t be displayed or the recorded AVI files can’t be play on PC, install this software from the Software Package CD.

VLC

Though not necessary, this can be used for viewing the streaming without a Web browser.

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3. Network Configuration

IP Installer is a utility that provides an easier, more efficient way to configure the IP address and network settings of the devices. It even provides a convenient way to set the network settings for multiple devices simultaneously using the batch setting function. Moreover, IP Installer can save the network settings for all devices as a backup and restore them when necessary.

Preparation before IP Assignment

1. Always consult your network administrator before assigning an IP address to your server in order to

avoid using a previously assigned IP address.

2. Ensure the PD637 is powered on and correctly connected to the network.

3. MAC Address: Each device has a unique Ethernet address (MAC address) shown on the label of the

device as the serial number (S/N) with 12 digits (e.g. 000429-XXXXXX).

4. Although the IP Installer is able to find and configure any PD637 on the LAN except those that are

behind a router, it is a good idea to set the host PC to the same subnet. In order to connect to the Web-based user interface of the camera, the host PC must be in the same subnet. For more information about subnets, please consult your network administrator.

Using IP Installer to Assign an IP Address to PD637

1. Once IP Installer has been successfully installed on the PC, double click to run the software.

*0004290000

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2. Click the [Device Search] to search the device in the LAN.

3. From the list, select the device with the MAC Address that corresponds to the PD637 that is to be

configured. The MAC Address is identical to the unit’s S/N (Serial Number).

4. Double click the select item to open the Property Page or right click the item to select the

[Single Device Setting].

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5. Modify the network settings of the camera.

6. After filling in the properties, click [Set] button to complete the configuration settings.

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7. Click the [Batch Device Setting] to set several devices.

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8. Language support for Chinese, English and Spanish.

Open the Web-based UI of the selected camera

1. To access the Web-based UI of the selected unit, run the [Open Web] on the select item.

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2. For first time user, there will be a prompt to install the ActiveX control. Confirm the installation as it

is required to view the video stream and some operations.

3. If the device has been configured correctly, the default Web browser will open to the home page of

the selected device.

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Verify and Complete the Installation from Your Browser

When browsing the Home Page at the first time with the Microsoft Internet Explorer

TM

, you must temporarily lower your security settings to perform a one-time-only installation of the ActiveX component onto your workstation, as described below:

1. From the Tools menu, select [Internet Options]

2. Click the [Security] tab and then click [Custom Level] button to see your current security settings.

3. Set the security level to Low and click [OK].

4. Type the URL or IP address of your camera into the Address field.

5. A dialog box will pop up asking if the ActiveX control should be installed. Click [Yes] to start the

installation.

Once the ActiveX installation is complete, return the security settings to their original value, as noted above.

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Using the Web UI

Start your Web browser and enter the URL or IP address in the Address field. The Home page of the camera is now displayed.

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1. Live View

Button

Description

Click for configuring the camera settings

Select languages among English, Traditional or Simplified Chinese

Click on different video modes to display different views Displays the actual resolution size of the video when checked

Triggers manually a preset event in the configuration page

IP address of the camera

Resolution

Frame Rate

Bit rate

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Button

Description

Full screen

Listen the audio input from local end

Talk function

Record instant live video

Snapshot the image

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Configuration Pages List

Video

 General  Advanced  External Video Source

Camera

 General  Advance

Event

 Event Server  Motion Detection  I/O ports  Event Configuration

Schedule

 General  Storage

Network

 General  Advanced  SMTP (E-mail)  DDNS

System

 Information  User  Date & Time  Server Maintenance  Log Service

Customize  Style Layout

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2. Video

General

OSD Setting: Enable OSD to display camera name and date/time on the image.

The PTZ function will display in Broad view, Quad view, Quad with source view, Double view and Triple view of Ceiling Mount. Click on the PTZ icon, the web will popup the control panel to control e-PTZ function of PD637.

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Broad view PTZ control panel:

1. Step: Setting the speed of Pan function. (1~10)

2. Pan Arrow: Click to control Pan function.

3. Move the control panel.

4. Close the control panel.

1 3 4

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Quad view & Quad with source view PTZ control panel:

1. Ch：Select the channel. (1~4) & (2~4)

2. Step：Sets the speed of Pan/Tilt function. (1~10)

3. Pan Tilt Arrow：Click to control the Pan/Tilt function.

4. Zoom：Digital zoom in/out. (1~10)

5. Move the control panel.

6. Close the control panel.

7. List of preset points. (1~16)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

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Advanced

Stream Setting: Note:

1:Configuration of stream 2 is the same as stream 1, but Stream 2 can only be set to 320x240 or 640x480,

RTSP Path -

The RTSP Path is the stream ID used for RTSP client streaming connection, such as VLC player. The default values are v00, v01 and v02 for the three streams respectively. The string can be any combination of number or capital/small letters. It cannot be empty however.

Resolution - The resolution here describes an image size counted by width and height, e.g. 640x480, referring to pixel resolution. The 1st stream can be set from more options of resolution; 1600x1200 (2 megapixels), 1280x720(HD),

800x600(SVGA), 640x480(VGA), 320x240(QVGA). While Stream2 has the options of VGA and QVGA,

Video Mode -

This option allows the selection of two bit rate modes, the Constant Bit Rate (CBR) or Variable Bit Rate (VBR). CBR refers to the setting of a fixed Target Bit Rate (configuration in the rage of 64Kbps to 6Mbps) that would apply in the case of limited bandwidth or/and storage requirement. While CBR concerns a fixed data rate transmitting, the video quality is of high priority for VBR mode selected. VBR therefore is configured with the Quality Level (Standard, Good, Best). In general, CBR predicts the provided condition; if image activity requires higher bit rates than configured, the frame rate and quality would be affected as not likely to increase bandwidth (bit rate). In spite of the

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required recording storage estimation, VBR is by way of compensation that adjustable bit rate fits the actual image activity.

Image Format -

H.264 and MJPEG are available for image format selection. The term, “image format”, is referring to compression / encoding technique. The selection of image format decides the performance of bandwidth and storage requirement. In the request of same video quality, H.264 contributes to less bandwidth and storage requirement, which is more efficient than MJPEG.

GOP -

In H.264 video coding, GOP (group of pictures) describes how the different types of frames are arranged. The frame types implemented here are I-frame (full image information) and P-frame (motion-compensated difference information). This setting configures the GOP length which is the number of frames before next I-frame appears. Having more I-frames usually increases the stream size, and therefore more bandwidth and storage are required.

Frame Rates -

The Frame Rates defines the number of frames that will be displayed per second. The frame rate setting can affect the target bit rate (bandwidth requirement) and storage requirement.

Note:

While multiple streaming is possible, each stream has its limitation and dependency to other stream.

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3. Camera

General

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Camera General Setting:

 Brightness: sets the luminance of image.  Hue: refers to pure color, it modifies the different display of specific color such as red, green or

blue.

 Saturation: sets the intensity of a specific color.  Contrast: sets the difference in color and light between parts of an image.  Sharpness: sets the sharpness of camera.

The 5 parameters above are referring to image appearance in terms of color/vision. These are adjustable from this page.

Audio Setting:

 Audio Enable: Turn on/off the audio.

Web Record Setting:

 Save Path / File name: Click on the “Browse” button to select the desired path to save as well

as naming the video file.

Web Snapshot Image Setting:

 Save Path / File name: Click on the “Browse” button to select the desired path to save the

snapshot as well as naming it.

Save:

 Save the changes that have been made.

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Advanced

White balance: Adjustment to compensate for different environments in terms of light source, user can choose auto/hold/sunny/cloudy /indoor so that PD637 can determine the correct color compensation due to different light environment. Be noted that hold indicate that the parameter will apply default setting. Exposure: Anti-flicker setting for image sensor to fit the frequency of light (power) source. For instance, the power frequency is 50Hz for most European countries, while 60Hz is typically for US. This setting is therefore regionally different. Note: Default setting is 50Hz

Max Exposure Time: Referring to the shutter speed. Max Gain Control: The amplification factor for the incoming light.

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Infrared (IR) Cut Filter: The default is automatically switched according to the light intensity. Enable indicates the filter is enable to cut IR light to make sure the color is correct, Disable indicates the filter is disabled and allows the infrared (such as IR LED illuminator) to enter the camera to execute low lux surveillance application, Day / Night Threshold: The threshold to change Day or Night mode, default is 20 lux, it indicate that when the lux is lower than 20 lux, the camera will automatically change to night mode and allow Infrared to enter the camera. Color/Mono Mode: The default is automatically switched according to light intensity. It can also be forced to display color image even in a low light environment.

Camera Mount: Choose camera mounting type; Wall, Ceiling.

Wall Mount: Choose Wall mount type, Go back to Live view, there are 4 kinds of video layout to choose

including Original view, Broad view, Quad with source view and Triple view.

1. Original view:

2. Broad view:

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3. Quad with source view: 4. Triple view:

Ceiling Mount: Choose Ceiling mount, Go back to live view, there are 6 kinds of video layout to choose

from; Original view, Broad view, Quad view, Quad with source view, Double view and Triple view.

1. Original view:

2. Broad view:

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3. Quad view:

4. Quad with source view: 5. Double view:

6. Triple view:

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Wall 720P Mount: Choose Wall 720P mount type, Go back to Live view, there are 3 kinds of video layout to choose

including Broad view、Double view、Double with source view

1. Broad view:

2. Double view:

3. Double with source view:

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4. Event

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Event Server

Click on the [Add FTP] to expand FTP server setting.

FTP Server:

 Name: Give a name for the FTP server  Network Address: Input the network address of the FTP server  Upload Path: Choose the desired upload path for events  Port: Input the port number of the FTP server

Login Information:

 Username / Password: Input the username and password of the FTP

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Click on the [Add HTTP] to expand HTTP server setting.

HTTP Server:

 Name: Give a name for the HTTP server  URL: Input the network address of the HTTP server  Username / Password: Input the username and password of the HTTP

Click [Remove] to delete selected event servers. (Circled in red)

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Motion Detection

To add a motion detection area:

1. Click on [Add] to set up a detection area.

(Set up panel will be expanded)

1

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2. Give a name to this window area.

3. Select the trigger level and sensitivity for this detection window. (0~100, low~high)

4. Select color for detection window.

5. Draw detection window on the image.

2 3 4

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6. Once everything is done, click on [Save] to save the configuration made.

Configured detection window will be displayed in motion detection list. (Circled in blue)

Note:

1. Maximum number of detection window is 10.

2. Motion Detection windows need to be modified if users changed video layout.

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I/O Ports

This model supports 1 photo-coupled relay inputs and 1 relay outputs, see “I/O Terminal Connectors” for detail pin description and application. The tab shows the status of them; with external trigger/alarm devices.

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Event Configuration

1. To add an event trigger, click on [Add] and setup panel will be expanded.

2. Give a name to this event.

3. Set the time interval between each trigger.

4. Set the time period for the trigger. Choose “Always” or “During time between” or “Never”.

5. The trigger condition is Motion Detection.

The responding actions can be “Upload images” and “Activate Output Port” and

“Send Email Notification” and “Send HTTP Notification to” and “Send Message Notification (TCP)”.

6. Click on [Save] to save the configuration made.

1 2 3 4 5

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5. Schedule

General

Define the day (specified by days of a week) and time (specified by each single hour) for that will be recording during the scheduled period. Note that only video data will be recorded. User can select which video stream should be recorded, and the size of each sliced file. When the check box is ticked and setting is saved, recording process starts. Recording files are saved to the Micro SD storage.

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Storage

Display the storage information, includes disk size info, type and status. The warning message shows when recording is on process; Micro SD card should not be removed during the recording process.

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6. Network

General

Device IP configuration, includes DHCP and Static IP setting. “Enable ARP/Ping” enable device to accept

ARP or ping packets from the network. Disable this option may provide extra security from intentional ping.

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Advanced

Enable or configure other network functions.

NTP: Configure a NTP (Network Time Protocol) server, so that the device system date and time can be

synchronized with a specified Time Server or DHCP server.

HTTP: set the HTTP port that will be applied for Web UI access. RTSP: set the RTSP (Video) port for video data transmission. UPnP: Enable UPnP, so that the device can be discovered in an UPnP Compliant Network. NAT Traversal: Enable NAT traversal, so that client from Internet can have access to the devices behind

the Router.

Note: with UPnP enabled, the IP Sharing device (Router) capable of UPnP function will automatically be noticed with the device’s NAT port.

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SMTP (E-Mail)

Configure an email host in the device that will send an email on behalf of the configured email account in a circumstance like sending an email notice to a specified mail address (Event Configuration). Complete the Mail Server, Server Port, Authentication information (if required) and the sender email address.

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DDNS

Dynamic DNS configuration; the network device can be assigned with a host name by registering this service (Internet access required).

Host Name: Assigned name that will be used for access to the device User Name/Password: Account authentication for logging to this service Update Time: Periodically, the device updates its access info to sever in the configured time. Response: the device responds the connection info.

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7. System

Information

Lists System and Network configurations

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User

Sets the users for accessing the network camera for viewing and configuring the device. Enabling anonymous login allows guest users access the Web User interface without any authentication. Note: For configuration settings an Administrator username and password is still required. The default username and password is admin/admin respectively.

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Date & Time

System date/time configuration. Options of synchronizing with PC and NTP server are provided for automatic adjustment.

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Server Maintenance

This page provides functions for the system maintenance of the device; Reboot and Load default settings, as well as functionalities of launching upgrade process, backup/restore user settings and language defines.

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Log Service

Most system operations and / or process will be kept in a log system. The link provides the review of these records.

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8. Customize

This page provides the user features to customize the outlook of the web user interface There are two types of layout settings; use default look or use custom settings.

Use Default Look: the default layout of live/configuration pages. Use Defined Links: Web link(s) will be presented on the live page when enabled. It can be a link to

another IP camera for instance, or other preferred web link.

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Use Custom Settings: The modifications allowed are change of Background / Text Color, Background picture, Title, Description, Logo Link and Logo.

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FAQ

I/O Terminal Connector - Pin Assignment

Function

Description

1

COM

Digital output implementation; Pin2 to COM (Pin1) is a Photo-coupled relay on Normal Open status. External device can directly connect to the terminals. However the current

that will go through the 2 nodes must not exceed 130mA. An external “Relay” can also be

connected to the terminals as an implementation. In this case, current (or/and voltage) limitation is specified by the external Relay.

2

RELAY-NO

3

GND

Connect to GND to activate, or leave floating (or unconnected) to deactivate. 4

DIGITAL-IN

5

GND

PIN with a short wire connecting two revert to factory default settings. 6

DEFAULT

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Restore Factory Default

To restore factory default, please follow the steps:

1. Unplug the power jack to turn off the camera

2. Short pin 5 and pin 6 with a wire

3. Plug in the power jack to turn on the camera. The power LED will start flashing in a short while.

4. Break the short when the LED starts quick flashing. Wait for a few minutes the device should be set back to

factory default.

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