PLANET ICA-HM136 User Guide

2Mega-Pixel
15M IR Vandal Proof Dome IP Camera
ICA-HM136
User’s Manual
Version: 1.00
Copyright
All brand and product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
FCC Caution
To assure continued compliance. (example-use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 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.
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation.
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Safety
This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it. However, special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity when working with electrical equipment. All guidelines of this and of the computer manufacture must therefore be allowed at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment
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CE Mark Warning
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
WEEE Regulation
To avoid the potential effects on the environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, end users of electrical and electronic equipment should understand the meaning of the crossed-out wheeled bin symbol. Do not dispose of WEEE as unsorted municipal waste and have to collect such WEEE separately.
Revision
User’s Manual for PLANET H.264 2Mega-Pixel 15M IR Vandal Proof Dome IP Camera Model: ICA-HM136 Rev: 1.00 (December. 2010) Part No. EM-ICAHM136
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Table of Content
1. Introduction................................................................................................................ 6
1.1 Overview............................................................................................................. 6
1.2 Features .............................................................................................................. 6
1.3 Package Contents............................................................................................. 7
2. Basic Setup ............................................................................................................... 8
2.1 System Requirements....................................................................................... 8
2.2 Physical Description.......................................................................................... 9
2.2.1 Identification of ICA-HM136 cable....................................................... 9
2.2.2 ICA-HM136 I/O Control Instruction.................................................... 10
2.3 Hardware Installation ...................................................................................... 12
2.3.1 Physical Installation ............................................................................. 12
2.4 Initial Utility Installation ................................................................................... 15
2.5 Initial Utility Installation ................................................................................... 15
2.5.1 Search and Configure Network by PLANET IP Installer................ 15
Search and Configure Network.................................................................... 15
2.6 Setup ActiveX to use the Internet Camera .................................................. 19
2.6.1 Internet Explorer 6 for Windows XP .................................................. 19
2.6.2 Internet Explorer 7 for Windows XP .................................................. 20
2.6.3 Internet Explorer 7 for Windows Vista............................................... 21
3. Web-based Management...................................................................................... 22
3.1 Introduction....................................................................................................... 22
3.2 Connecting to Internet Camera ..................................................................... 22
4. Live View ................................................................................................................. 24
5. Configuration........................................................................................................... 26
5.1 System............................................................................................................... 27
5.1.1 System Information .............................................................................. 27
5.1.2 User Management................................................................................ 29
5.1.3 System Update ..................................................................................... 30
5.2 Network ............................................................................................................. 31
5.2.1 IP Setting ............................................................................................... 31
5.2.2 Using UPnP of Windows XP or Vista ................................................ 32
5.2.3 PPPoE.................................................................................................... 39
5.2.4 DDNS ..................................................................................................... 39
5.2.5 Mail & FTP............................................................................................. 42
5.3 A/V Setting ........................................................................................................ 43
5.3.1 Image Setting........................................................................................ 43
5.3.2 Video Setting......................................................................................... 43
5.3.3 Audio ...................................................................................................... 46
5.4 Event List .......................................................................................................... 48
5.4.1 Event Settinig........................................................................................ 48
5.4.2 Schedule................................................................................................ 49
5.4.3 I/O Setting.............................................................................................. 50
5.4.4 Log List .................................................................................................. 52
5.4.5 SD Card ................................................................................................. 52
Appendix A: Factory Default......................................................................................... 54
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Appendix B: PING IP Address...................................................................................... 55
Appendix C: 3GPP Access ........................................................................................... 56
Appendix D: Bandwidth and Video Size Estimation ................................................. 57
Appendix E: DDNS Application.................................................................................... 58
Appendix F: Configure Port Forwarding Manually .................................................... 63
Appendix G: SD Card Recommended........................................................................ 66
Appendix H: Troubleshooting & Frequently Asked Questions ................................ 67
Appendix I: Product Specification................................................................................ 71
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1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the
ICA-HM136. Simultaneously providing H.264, MPEG-4 and M-JPEG video streaming, provides small video size and save you lots of bandwidth. The ICA-HM136 through high performance 2Mega-Pixel CMOS sensor, it delivers high quality image at maximum 1600x1200(UXGA) resolutions for capturing color images. Also equipped with 2.7mm to 9mm Vari-focal auto iris lens, it allows easy installation and camera angle adjustment for different installed sites.
Built-in 18 IR LED around the lens of the ICA-HM136 and with the built-in IR-cut filter, the ICA-HM136 can provide good video quality in both day and night. And it’s equipped with network and analog video output interfaces for flexible viewing and recording implementations.
The ICA-HM136 IP Compliant with IEEE 802.3af PoE interface for quick and easy installation in the ceiling without concerning the outlet / socket locations and also eliminates the need of power cables and installation costs. And the ICA-HM136 supports 2-Way audio that can let administrator speaks to anyone directly to make audio communication between local and remote ICA-HM136 installed sites by using the external microphone and adding an external speaker.
PLANET ICA-HM136 designed with vandal-proof and IP66 weather-proof case that can shield 400 pounds of impact. The vandal-proof design with die-cast aluminum body prevents the intentional destruction. Water-resistant construction with weather-proof solid housing maintains the reliable operation in any environment. It is the perfect choice for outdoor surveillance system by providing IP-66 certified water-proof protection.
The ICA-HM136 can be managed by PLANET Cam Viewer Three, the professional IP-Surveillance management software for multi-camera video surveillance application, that provides monitoring, recording and event management functions. The Cam Viewer Three enables you to setup a comprehensive and effective surveillance system quickly and easily, it provides an enhanced, professional, and secured environment to protect your property and life.
H.264 2Mega-Pixel 15 meter outdoor infrared vandal proof Internet Camera

1.1 Overview

This user’s guide explains how to operate this camera from a computer. User should read this manual completely and carefully before you operate the device

1.2 Features

High resolution pictures for day and night with high quality of 2 Mega-Pixel CMOS image sensor
Built-in IR LED and visible distance up to 15 meters
Support 3GPP and JAVA for iPhone and Windows mobile for remote view
Supports H.264, MPEG-4 and M-JPEG video compression
Easy configuration and management via Windows-Based utility or web browser
DDNS, PPPoE and FTP uploading offers more alternatives in surveillance network
Motion Detection feature can monitor any suspicious movement in a specific area
2-Way audio supported with external speaker and microphone
IR-Cut filter brings better video quality in the daytime and nighttime
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IP-66 protection for outdoor application
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Compliant with IEEE 802.3af PoE interface

1.3 Package Contents

User can find the following items in the package:
Camera unit x 1
Power Adapter x 1
Accessories Kit x 1
User’s Manual CD x 1
Quick Installation Guide x 1
NOTE:
1. If any of the above items are missing, please contact your dealer immediately.
2. Using the power supply that is not the one included in Internet camera packet will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
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2. Basic Setup

This chapter provides details of installing and configuring the internet camera

2.1 System Requirements

Network Interface 10/100MBase-TX Ethernet
Monitoring System Recommended for Internet Explorer 6.0 or later
· CPU: Intel Dual Core 1.66G
System Hardware
(Suggested)
System Hardware
(Minimum)
NOTE:
The listed information is minimum system requirements only. Actual requirement will
vary depending on the nature of your environment.
· Memory Size : 1024 MB (1024 MB or above Recommended )
· VGA card resolution : 1024 x 768 or above
· VGA card memory : 128 MB or above
· CPU: Intel C-2.8G
· Memory Size : 512 MB
· VGA card resolution : 1024 x 768
· VGA card memory : 64 MB
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2.2 Physical Description

2.2.1 Identification of ICA-HM136 cable

1.RJ-45 LAN socket: Connect to PC or Hub/Switch.
For connect to 10Base-T Ethernet or 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet cabling. This Ethernet port built N-Way protocol can detect or negotiate the transmission speed of the network automatically. Please use CAT-5 cable to connect the Network Camera to a 100Mbps Fast Ethernet network switch or hub.
2.Power Jack: The input power is DC 12V.
NOTE: ONLY use package power adapter supplied with the internet. Otherwise, the
product may be damaged.
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2.2.2 ICA-HM136 I/O Control Instruction

I/O terminal connector – used in application, for e.g., motion detection, event triggering,
(1)Digital Input: (GND+Alarm) An alarm input for connecting devices that can toggle between an open and closed circuit, for example: PIRs, door/window contacts, glass break detectors, etc. When a signal is received the state changes and the input becomes active.
(2)Relay output: (COM +N.O.) / (COM+N.C.) An output to Relay switch, for example: LEDs, Sirens, etc.
1.Digital Input: Alarm Input:
1. GND (Ground) : Initial state is LOW
2. Alarm : Max. 50mA, DC 3.3V
2.Relay Output:
1. N.C. (Normally Close): Max. 1A, 24VDC or 0.2A, 125~240VAC
2. COM: (Common)
3. N.O. (Normally Open): Max. 1A, 24VDC or 0.2A, 125~240VAC
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.Relay Connection:
(1)Digital Input connection
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(2)Relay Output Connection
Or
4.MIC_IN:
Connect a microphone to the network camera.
5.AUDIO_IN
Connect a loud speaker to the network camera. This is for voice alerting and two-way audio.
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2.3 Hardware Installation

2.3.1 Physical Installation

1. Fix Internet camera to desired location with mount fixture
2. Connect an Ethernet cable
Connect the LAN cable on the camera to the network device (hub or switch).
NOTE: If there has an IEEE802.3af PoE switch in your network, you can connect the
camera LAN cable to this PoE switch to obtain power. The power adapter is
unnecessary when internet camera is connected to a PoE switch.
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3. Attach the power supply
Plug in power adapter and connect to power source. After power on, the camera will start to operate.
NOTE: 1. Only use the power adapter supplied with internet camera Otherwise, the
product may be damaged.
2. The power adapter is unnecessary when internet camera is connected to a
PoE switch. Otherwise, the product may be damaged when internet camera is
connected to a PoE switch and power adapter simultaneously.
4. Attach BNC connector
Connect the video BNC connector to a monitor set if necessary check camera viewing angle and focus.
5. 3-Axis Gimbal Adjustments
Once the users open the case, the gimbal adjustment offers the convenience method to install on the wall. The pan, tilt, and rotation are provided in this model. The users can adjust the gimbal with Pan 175 degree, tilt 75 degree, and rotation 180 degree respectively.
1 Pan: 175°
3 Rotation: 180°
2 Tilt: 75°
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6. PoE (Power Over Ethernet)
PoE ( Power Over Ethernet)(Optional) 802.3af, 15.4W PoE Switch is recommended Power over Ethernet (PoE) is a technology that integrates power into a standard LAN infrastructure. It enables power to be provided to the network device, such as an IP phone or a network camera, using the same cable as that used for network connection. It eliminates the need for power outlets at the camera locations and enables easier application of uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) to ensure 24 hours a day, 7 days a week operation.
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2.4 Initial Utility Installation

This chapter shows how to quick set up your H.264 camera. The camera is with the default settings. However to help you find the networked camera quickly the windows utility PLANET IP Installer can search the cameras in the network that shall help you to configure some basic setting before you started advanced management and monitoring.
1. Insert the bundled CD into the CD-ROM drive to launch the auto-run program. Once completed, a welcome menu screen will appear.
2. Click the “PLANET IPInstaller” hyperlink; you will see the dialog box as below.
NOTE: If the welcome screen does not appear, click “Start” at the taskbar. Then, select
Run” and type “D:\Utility\PLANETIPinstaller\PLANETIPinstaller.exe”, assume
CD is your CD-ROM drive.

2.5 Initial Utility Installation

When you installed the camera on a LAN environment, you may execute PLANET IP Installer to discover camera’s IP address and set up related parameters in the camera.

2.5.1 Search and Configure Network by PLANET IP Installer

When you installed the Camera on a LAN environment, you have two easy ways to search your Cameras by PLANET IP Installer or UPnP discovery. Here is the way to execute PLANET IP Installer to discover Camera’s IP address and set up related parameter in a Camera.

Search and Configure Network

1. OS: Windows XP SP2 or above. If the following “Windows Security Alert” popup, please click
“Unblock”.
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2. The GUI of IP Installer is as follows (Default IP: 192.168.0.20).
(1)IP Installer will search all IP Cameras connected on LAN. The user can click “Search Device
to search again.
(2)Click one of IP Cameras listed on the left side of IP Installer, then the network configuration of
that IP Camera will be listed on the right side. If parameters changed, click on “Submit”. Then, the network configuration will be changed. Just click “OK” to reboot
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(3)Please make sure the subnet of PC IP address and IP CAM IP address are the same.
IP CAM IP address: 192.168.0.20 PC IP address: 192.168.0.20
(4)Different Subnets:
IP CAM IP address: 192.168.0.20 PC IP address: 192.168.1.100
(5)To Change PC IP address:
Control PanelÆNetwork ConnectionsÆLocal Area Connection PropertiesÆInternet Protocol (TCP/IP) ÆProperties Please make sure your IP Camera and PC have the same Subnet. If not, please change IP Camera IP subnet or PC IP subnet accordingly.
(6)A quick way to access remote monitoring is to left-click the mouse twice on a selected IP
Camera listed on “Device list” of PLANET IP Installer. An IE browser will be opened.
(7)Then, please key in the default “Username: admin” and “Password: admin” in the following
message box.
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(8)If the user name and password are input correctly, the following web page will be displayed.
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2.6 Setup ActiveX to use the Internet Camera

The Internet camera web pages communicate with the Internet camera using an ActiveX control. The ActiveX control must be downloaded from the Internet camera and installed on your PC. Your Internet Explorer security settings must allow for the web page to work correctly. To use the Internet camera, user must setup his IE browser as follows:

2.6.1 Internet Explorer 6 for Windows XP

From your IE browse Î ”Tools” Î ”Internet Options…” Î ”Security” ΔCustom Level…”, please setup your “Settings” as follow.
Set the first 3 items
Download the signed ActiveX controls
Download the unsigned ActiveX controls
Initialize and script the ActiveX controls not masked as safe to Prompt
By now, you have finished your entire PC configuration for Internet camera.
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2.6.2 Internet Explorer 7 for Windows XP

From your IE browse Î ”Tools” Î ”Internet Options…” Î ”Security” ΔCustom Level…”, please setup your “Settings” as follow.
Set the first 3 items
Allow previously unused ActiveX control to run…
Allows Script lets
Automatic prompting for ActiveX controls
By now, you have finished your entire PC configuration for Internet camera.
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2.6.3 Internet Explorer 7 for Windows Vista

From your IE browse Î ”Tools” Î ”Internet Options…” Î ”Security” Î ”Internet” ΔCustom Level…”, please setup your “Settings” as follow.
Enable “Automatic prompting for ActiveX controls”
Prompt “Initialize and script active controls not marked….”
From your IE browse Î ”Tools” Î ”Internet Options…” Î ”Security” Î ”Trusted Sites” ΔCustom Level…”, please setup your “Settings” as follow.
Enable “Automatic prompting for ActiveX controls”
Prompt “Initialize and script active controls not marked….”
By now, you have finished your entire PC configuration for Internet camera.
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3. Web-based Management

This chapter provides setup details of the Internet camera’s Web-based Interface.

3.1 Introduction

The internet camera can be configured with your Web Browser. Before configure, please make sure your PC is under the same IP segment with Internet camera.

3.2 Connecting to Internet Camera

z Use the following procedure to establish a connection from your PC to the camera.
z Once connected, you can add the camera to your Browser’s Favorites or Bookmarks.
Start the web browser on the computer and type the IP address of the camera. The Default IP: “ http://192.168.0.20
The login window of Internet camera will appear, Default login username/password is:
admin/ admin
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NOTE: If the User name and Password have been changed with PLANET IP Installer,
please enter the new User name and Password here.
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