PLANET ICA-HM315W User Manual

2 Mega-Pixel Wireless Outdoor IR IP

Camera

ICA-HM315W

User’s Manual

Version: 1.00

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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.

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

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 2 Mega-Pixel Wireless Outdoor IR IP Camera Model: ICA-HM315W Rev: 1.0 (December. 2010) Part No. EM-ICAHM315W

Table of Content

1. Introduction................................................................................................................ 5

1.1 Overview............................................................................................................. 5

1.2 Feature................................................................................................................ 5

1.3 Package Contents............................................................................................. 6

2. Basic Setup................................................................................................................... 7

2.1 System Requirements....................................................................................... 7

2.2 Physical Description.......................................................................................... 8

2.3 Hardware Installation ...................................................................................... 10

2.3.1 Physical Installation ............................................................................. 10

2.4 Preparation ....................................................................................................... 11

2.4.1 Search and View by PLANET IP Installer......................................... 11

2.4.2 Configure Network by PLANET IP Installer...................................... 12

2.5 Using UPnP of Windows XP or Vista........................................................... 13

2.5.1 Windows XP.......................................................................................... 13

2.5.2 Windows Vista ...................................................................................... 17

2.6 Install the Device behind a NAT Router....................................................... 19

2.7 Setup ActiveX to use the Internet Camera.................................................. 20

2.7.1 Internet Explorer 6 for Windows XP .................................................. 20

2.7.2 Internet Explorer 7 for Windows XP .................................................. 21

2.7.3 Internet Explorer 7 for Windows Vista............................................... 22

3. Web-based Management ......................................................................................... 23

3.1 Introduction....................................................................................................... 23

3.2 Connecting to PLANET Internet Camera..................................................... 23

3.3 Live View........................................................................................................... 25

4. Configure..................................................................................................................... 27

4.1 System- System Information .......................................................................... 27

4.2 System- User Management............................................................................ 30

4.3 System-System update................................................................................... 31

4.4 Network- IP Setting ......................................................................................... 32

4.5 Network- PPPoE.............................................................................................. 33

4.6 Network-DDNS ................................................................................................ 34

4.7 Network-Mail & FTP ........................................................................................ 35

4.8 Wireless Setting ............................................................................................... 36

4.9 A/V Setting- Image Setting............................................................................. 37

4.10 A/V Setting- Video Setting ........................................................................... 40

4.1 1 A/V Setting- Audio.......................................................................................... 43

4.12 Event- Event Setting...................................................................................... 44

4.13 Event-Schedule.............................................................................................. 45

4.14 Event- I/O Setting.......................................................................................... 46

4.15 Log List............................................................................................................ 47

Appendix A PING IP Address.......................................................................................48

Appendix B 3GPP Access............................................................................................. 49

Appendix C DDNS Application..................................................................................... 50

Appendix D Troubleshooting & Frequently Asked Questions ................................. 55

Appendix E Specifications ............................................................................................ 59

1. Introduction

This 2 Mega-Pixal Wireless Outdoor IR IP Camera is an inexpensive fully scalable surveillance technology. Because the 2 Mega-Pixal Wireless Outdoor IR IP Cameras can be plugged into your existing local area network infrastructure, you will potentially save thousands of dollars on unnecessary cabling.

The 2 Mega-Pixal Wireless Outdoor IR IP Cameras is accessible via the LAN or Internet connection. Connect your 2 Mega-Pixal Wireless Outdoor IR IP Camera directly to a local area network or xDSL modem, and with Microsoft Internet Explorer you get instant, on demand video streams. Within minutes you can set up the 2 Mega-Pixal Wireless Outdoor IR IP Camera to capture a video sequence to a PC. The live video image can be uploaded to a website for the world to see or made available only to select users on the network.

The PLANET Internet camera support Multi-Profile function can stands for simultaneously video streams. These Network Cameras can generate H.264, MPEG-4 and M-JPEG streaming simultaneously to different clients. Moreover, the resolution can be different from one client to another. This state-of-art design is considerable to fit in various network environments.

1.1 Overview

This user’s manual explains how to operate the 2 Mega-Pixal Wireless Outdoor IR IP Camera from a computer. Basically, the user’s manual is written to be read on the computer display. However, users might consider printing it out to access easily and read it before you operate the Network Camera.

1.2 Feature

z 2 Mega-Pixel COMS Sensor with Vari-Focal Lens in 25 meters IR distance z Clear and high resolution quality pictures for day and night z 3GPP for 3G mobile remote applications z Supports IEEE 802.11b/g wireless LAN with WEP and WPA encryption z Weather proof housing offers protection against various weather conditions z Motion Detection feature can monitor any suspicious movement in specific area z DDNS, PPPoE and FTP upload supports more alternatives in surveillance network z Easy configuration and management via Windows-based utility or web interface

1.3 Package Contents

User can find the following items in the package:

ICA-HM315W x 1

Power Adapter x 1

Screw package x 1

Stand x 1

Antenna 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.

2. Basic Setup

This chapter provides details of installing and configuring the ICA-HM315W.

2.1 System Requirements

Network Interface 10/100MBase-T Ethernet

Monitoring System Recommended for Internet Explorer 6.0 or later

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.

· CPU: Intel Dual Core 1.66G, or above

· Memory Size : 1024MB (1024 MB or above Recommended )

· Graphic card:128MB

· CPU: Intel-C 2.8G, or above

· Memory Size : 512MB (512 MB or above Recommended )

· Graphic card:64MB

2.2 Physical Description

DC12V / Network

I/O Control Instruction

Digital Input (GND+Alarm)

Relay output (COM +N.O.) / (COM+N.C.)

Digital Input

Relay Output

Connect a power adapter and IP Camera to PC or local network

I/O terminal connector – used in application, for e.g., motion detection, event triggering, alarm notifications. It provides the interface to:

n 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.

An output to Relay switch, for example: LEDs, Sirens, etc

Alarm Input

1. GND (Ground): Initial state is LOW

2. Alarm: Max. 50mA, DC 3.3V

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

Relay

1. Digital Input connection

2. Relay Output Connection

2.3 Hardware Installation

2.3.1 Physical Installation

1. Connect an Ethernet cable

Connect the LAN cable on the camera to the network device (hub or switch).

2. 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 product may be damaged when Internet camera is connected to a PoE

switch and power adapter simultaneously.

3. Attach BNC connector (option)

Connect the video BNC connector to a monitor set if necessary check camera viewing angle and focus.

4. Attach Speaker to camera (option)

If user needs not only video stream but also audio stream, then the speaker should be attached to camera.

2.4 Preparation

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.

2.4.1 Search and View by PLANET IP Installer

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

When launch the PLANET IP Installer, a searching window will pop up. PLANET IP Installer is starting to search Network Cameras on the LAN. The existed devices will be listed as below.

2.4.2 Configure Network by PLANET IP Installer

In case you want to change the IP related parameters of PLANET IP Installer, please select the device you want to configure and click the “Server Name“. Relative settings will be carried out as below.

You could modify the relative settings of the selected device, when you set your IP address. Please check ”Submit” button to perform your setting accordingly.

2.5 Using UPnP of Windows XP or Vista

2.5.1 Windows XP

UPnP™ is short for Universal Plug and Play, which is a networking architecture that provides compatibility among networking equipment, software, and peripherals. This device is an UPnP enabled device. If the operating system, Windows XP, of your PC is UPnP enabled, the device will be very easy to configure. Use the following steps to enable UPnP settings only if your operating system of PC is running Windows XP.

NOTE: Windows 2000 does not support UPnP feature.

Go to Start > Settings, and Click Control Panel

The “Control Panel” will display on the screen and double click “Add or Remove Programs” to continue

The “Add or Remove Programs” will display on the screen and click Add/Remove Widows Components to continue.

The following screen will appear, select “Networking Services” and click “Details” to continue

The “Networking Services” will display on the screen, select “Universal Plug and Play” and click “OK” to continue.

Please click “Next” to continue

The program will start installing the UPnP automatically. You will see the below pop-up screen, please wait while Setup configures the components.

Please click “Finish” to complete the UPnP installation

Double-click “My Network Places” on the desktop, the “My Network Places” will display on the screen and double-click the UPnP icon with Internet camera to view your device in an internet browser.

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UPnP™ is short for Universal Plug and Play, which is a networking architecture that provides compatibility among networking equipment, software, and peripherals. This device is an UPnP enabled device. If the operating system, Windows Vista, of your PC is UPnP enabled, the device will be very easy to configure. Use the following steps to enable UPnP settings only if your operating system of PC is running Windows Vista.

Go to Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center, and turn on “Network Discovery”.

Double-click “My Network Places“ on the desktop, the “My Network Places” will display on the

screen and double-click the UPnP icon with Internet camera to view your device in an internet browser.

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