Planet ICA-HM131, ICA-HM131R User Manual

H.264 Full-HD Fixed Dome IP Camera

ICA-HM131 / ICA-HM131R

User’s manual

Version 1.0.0

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Revision

User’s Manual for PLANET H.264 Full-HD Fixed Dome IP Camera

Model: ICA-HM131 / ICA-HM131W

Rev: 1.0.0 (2010, April)

Part No. EM-ICAHM131 Series

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................ 6

Overview....................................................................................................................................................... 6

Package Content .......................................................................................................................................... 7

Physical Details ............................................................................................................................................ 7

Top Vie w .............................................................................................................................................. 7

Side View ............................................................................................................................................. 8

Chapter 2 Preparations for IP Cameam Setup...................................................................... 9

Physical Installation Requirement.............................................................................................................. 9

2.1 System Requirements ............................................................................................................................ 9

2.2 Ethernet Connection.............................................................................................................................. 9

2.3 PoE Connection...................................................................................................................................... 9

Chapter 3 Accessing Camera................................................................................................. 11

3.1 Device Search Software Setup............................................................................................................. 11

3.2 Device Search .......................................................................................................................................12

3.3 Example of Changing IP Camera’s Network Property .................................................................... 13

3.4 Installing DC Viewer Software Online............................................................................................... 14

3.5 Administrator / User Privileges........................................................................................................... 16

3.6 Lens Adjustment ..................................................................................................................................16

Chapter 4 Configuration & Operation................................................................................. 17

4.1 Browser-based Viewer Introduction................................................................................................... 17

4.2 Home Page......................................................................................................................................... 18

4.3 System Related Settings.................................................................................................................... 19

4.3.1

Host Name and System Time Setting .............................................................................. 19

4.3.2

Security ........................................................................................................................... 21

4.3.3

Network........................................................................................................................... 22

4.3.4

DDNS.............................................................................................................................. 25

4.3.5

Mail ................................................................................................................................. 26

4.3.6

FTP.................................................................................................................................. 27

4.3.7

Motion Detection............................................................................................................. 28

4.3.8

Snapshot .......................................................................................................................... 32

4.3.9

View Log File.................................................................................................................. 33

4.3.10

View User Information .................................................................................................... 34

4.3.11

View Parameters.............................................................................................................. 36

4.3.12

Factory Default................................................................................................................ 37

4.3.13

Software Version ............................................................................................................. 38

4.3.14

Software Upgrade............................................................................................................ 39

4.4 Video and Audio Streaming Settings .................................................................................................. 42

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4.4.1

4.4.2

4.4.3

4.4.4

4.4.5

Video Resolution and Rotate Type .................................................................................. 42

Video Compression .........................................................................................................44

Video OCX Protocol ....................................................................................................... 45

Video Frame Skip............................................................................................................ 46

Audio Mode and Bit Rate Settings.................................................................................. 47

4.5 Camera Settings ................................................................................................................................... 48

4.5.1

Exposure Setting ............................................................................................................. 49

4.5.2

White Balance Setting ..................................................................................................... 50

4.5.3

Brightness Setting ........................................................................................................... 51

4.5.4

Sharpness Setting ............................................................................................................51

4.5.5

Contrast Setting ............................................................................................................... 51

4.5.6

Saturation ........................................................................................................................51

4.5.7

Hue .................................................................................................................................. 51

4.5.8

TV System Setup............................................................................................................. 52

4.6 Logout ................................................................................................................................................ 52

Appendix A: IP Camera Specifications.................................................................................................... 53

Appendix B: Internet Security Settings ................................................................................................... 54

Appendix C: DC Viewer Download Procedure .......................................................................................57

Appendix D: Frequently Asked Questions............................................................................................... 59

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

PLANET has announced a H.264 Full-HD Fixed Dome IP camera, ICA-HM131/131R, for meeting the

feedback from worldwide market. The ICA-HM131/131R support Full HD recording for high quality image.

Integrated the next generation video compression technology – H.264, the ICA-HM131/131R can compress

the video size to smaller one for users to transfer the Mega-Pixel image on Internet easily.

The ICA-HM131/131R IP Cameras are innovatively designed for quick and easy installation in drop ceilings

without concerning the outlet / socket locations. Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af) supplies power to the

cameras via the network, eliminating the need for power cables and reducing installation costs.

Multi-profile stands for video stream simultaneously. The ICA-HM131/131R can deliver clear image with dual

H.264/M-JPEG stream video up to 1080p (1920 x 1080 pixels). The IP Cameras use progressive scan,

providing full resolution images of moving objects without distortion, in 30 frames per second, perfect for

critical areas such as entrances or checkouts that need to be monitored in greater detail.

The ICA-HM131/131R can be managed by PLANET Cam Viewer Plus, the professional management software

for multi-camera video surveillance application, to provide monitoring, recording and event management

functions. The Cam Viewer Plus enables you to setup a comprehensive and effective surveillance system

quickly and easily. With the ICA-HM131/131R managed by the Cam Viewer Plus, it provides an enhanced

professional security environment to protect your property and life.

Product Features

• 1/2.7” progressive CMOS

• Dual video stream H.264 and M-JPEG video compression simultaneously

• Supports 1080p Full-HD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels)

• 30 fps at 1080p Video Resolution (ICA-HM131R)

• Compliant with IEEE 802.3af PoE interface

• 3GPP for 3G mobile remote applications

• Built-in Microphone for one-way audio

• Supports Micro SD card storage

• Easy configuration and management via Windows-based utility or web interface

• DDNS, PPPoE and FTP uploading supports more alternatives in surveillance network

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• Motion Detection feature can monitor any suspicious movement in specific area

• Cam Viewer Plus - Central management software supported

Package Content

The contents of your product should contain the following items:

IP Camera

Quick installation guide

User’s manual CD

Accessories Kit

Physical Details

Top View

4. Tilt Fixed

Screw

5. Microphone

Top View of ICA-HM131/131R

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1. Lens

2. Reset Button

3. Focus Fixed Screw

1 Lens

Item Description

Rotate the lens right/left to adjust focus

2 Reset Button

3 Focus Fixed Screw

4 Tilt Fixed Screw

5 Microphone

Side View

1. Micro-SD

Card slot

Restore to default setting, press the button with a proper tool

Loosen the screw to adjust the lens

Loosen the screw to adjust tilt angle The IP Camera has built-in an internal microphone. This microphone is

hidden in the internal case.

2. RJ-45 LAN Socket

Item Description

1 Micro-SD Card slot

2 RJ-45 LAN Socket

Side View of ICA-HM131/131R

User can insert a micro SD card into this slot for event recording. The LAN socket is a RJ-45 connector for connections to

10/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet cabling. The LAN socket is compliant with IEEE802.3af standard PoE interface, and IP Camera is necessary supplied power through PoE Switch/Hub device.

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Chapter 2

Preparations for IP Cameam Setup

Physical Installation Requirement

The notices and introduction on system installation will be described particularly in this chapter. Please follow

the description to operate the unit.

In order to prevent the unit from data loss and system damage that caused by a sudden power fluctuation, use

of an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is highly recommended.

2.1 System Requirements

To perform the IP Camera via web browser, please ensure your PC is in good network connection, and meet

system requirements as described below for appropriate setup and well view quality.

Items System Requirement

Personal Computer

○

1. Intel

2. 2 GB RAM or more

Pentium

○

M, 2.16 GHz or Intel

○

CoreTM2 Duo, 2.0 GHz

Operating System

Web Browser

Network Card

Viewer

Windows VISTA or Windows XP

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later

10Base-T (10 Mbps) or 100Base-TX (100 Mbps) operation

ActiveX control plug-in for Microsoft IE

2.2 Ethernet Connection

Please follow the instructions below to connect this IP Camera’s Ethernet cable.

2.3 PoE Connection

Connect the one end of the Ethernet cable to the network port on the camera, and the other end to Power

Sourcing Equipment (PSE) like 802.3af POE Hub/ Injector or 802.3af POE Switche.

Check the status of the link indicator and activity indicator LEDs; if the LEDs are unlit, please check the

connections.

Green Link Light indicates good network connection.

Orange Activity Light flashes for network activity indication.

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Note

1. The RJ-45 interface only accept IEEE802.3af PSE (Power Source

Equipmetns) Any non-standard or passive POE is not allowed to

power the system and will damage the IP Camera permanently.

2. You can also consult your local dealer for 802.3af POE PSE devices

such as single port injector for single point installation. Or, for mass

installation, a Injector Hub for the network that already existed with

Ethernet Switches or POE Switch all can be deployed

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Chapter 3

Accessing Camera

For initial access to the IP Camera, users can search the camera through the installer program:

DeviceSearch.exe, which can be found in “DeviceSearch” folder in the supplied CD.

3.1 Device Search Software Setup

Step 1: Double click on the program Planet Device Search.exe (see the icon below); its window will

appear as shown below. Then click the “Device Search” button.

Step 2: The security alert window will pop up. Click “Run” to continue.

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3.2 Device Search

Step 3: Click “Device Search” again, and all the finding IP devices will be listed in the page, as shown

in the figure below. The IP Camera’s default IP address is: 192.168.0.20.

Step 4: Double click or right click and select “Browse” to access the camera directly via web browser.

Step 5: Then the prompt window of request for entering default username and password (as shown

below) will appear for logging in to the IP Camera.

The default login ID and password for the Administrator are:

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admin

null (without password)

NOTE: ID and password are case sensitive.

NOTE: It is strongly advised that administrator’s password be altered for the security

concerns. Refer to section 4.3.2 Security

Additionally, users can change the IP Camera’s network property, either DHCP or Static IP, directly in

the device finding list. Refer to the following section for changing the IP Camera’s network property.

for further details.

3.3 Example of Changing IP Camera’s Network Property

Users can directly change an IP Camera’s network property, ex. from static IP to DHCP, in the finding

device list. The way to change the IP Camera’s network property is specified below:

Step 1: In the finding device list, click on the IP Camera that you would like to change its network

property. On the selected item, right click and select “Network Setup.” Meanwhile, record the IP

Camera’s MAC address, for future identification.

Step 2: The “Network Setup” page will come out. Select “DHCP,” and press “Apply” button down the

page.

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Step 3: Click “OK” on the Note of setting change. Wait for one minute to re-search the IP Camera.

Step 4: Click the “Device Search” button to search all the devices. Then select the IP Camera with the

correct MAC address. Double click on the IP Camera, and the login window will come out.

Step 5: Enter User name and Password to access the IP Camera.

3.4 Installing DC Viewer Software Online

For the initial access to the IP Camera, a client program, DC Viewer, will be automatically installed to

your PC when connecting to the IP Camera.

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If the Web browser doesn’t allow DC Viewer installation, please check the Internet security settings or

ActiveX controls and plug-ins settings (see Appendix B: Internet Security Settings

) to continue the

process.

The Information Bar (just below the URL bar) may come out and ask for permission to install the

ActiveX Control for displaying video in browser (see the figure below). Right click on the Information Bar

and select “Install ActiveX Control…” to allow the installation.

Then the security warning window will pop up. Click “Install” to carry on software installation.

Click “Finish” to close the DC Viewer window when download is finished. For the detailed software

download procedure, please refer to Appendix C: DC Viewer Download Procedure

Once login to the IP Camera, users will see the Home page as shown below:

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3.5 Administrator / User Privileges

“Administrator” represents the person who can configure the IP Camera and authorize users access to

the camera; “User” refers to whoever has access to the camera with limited authority, i.e. entering

Home and Camera setting pages.

3.6 Lens Adjustment

The image displays on the Home page when successfully accessing to the IP Camera. Adjust the

camera’s focus to produce a clear image. Please refer to the procedure below.

Step 1: Unscrew the IP Camera’s cover.

Step 2: Loosen the focus fixed screw, and rotate the lens counter-/clockwise to adjust focus; loosen the

tilt fixed screw, and adjust the camera’s tilt angle.

Tilt Fixed Screw

Focus Fixed Screw

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Chapter 4

Configuration & Operation

The IP Camera is provided with a user-friendly browser-based configuration interface, and a free

bundled CMS (Central Management System) for record and playback video. In this chapter, information

about main page introduction, system related settings and camera settings will be described in detail.

For further information about CMS software, please refer to Chapter 5. CMS Software Introduction

CMS user manual.

4.1 Browser-based Viewer Introduction

The figure below shows the Home page of the IP Camera’s Viewer Window.

Viewer Window

Setting Tabs

Time Display

and

Video Format

Selection

There are five tabs: Home, System, Streaming, Camera and Logout on the top of the viewer window.

Home

Users can monitor live video of the targeted area.

System setting

The administrator can set host name, system time, root password, network related settings, etc. Further

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Video Compression info

Snapshot Button

Display Mode

details will be interpreted in section 4.3 System Related Settings

Streaming setting

The administrator can modify video resolution and rotate type and select audio compression mode in

this page.

Camera setting

Users can adjust various camera parameters, including <Exposure>, <White Balance>, <Brightness>,

<Sharpness>, <Contrast> and <Digital Zoom>.

Logout

Click on the tab to re-login the IP Camera with another username and password.

4.2 Home Page

In the Home page, there are several function buttons right down the displayed image.

Screen Size Adjustment

Image display size can be adjusted to x1/2 and full screen.

Digital Zoom Control

In the full screen mode, users can implement digital zoom by right clicking the mouse, rotating the

mouse wheel (for zoom in/out) and dragging the mouse into any direction.

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