PLANET IVS-H120 User Manual
H.264 Internet Video Server
IVS-H120
User’s Manual
Version: 1.00
Date: September. 2009
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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.
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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 Internet Video Server
Model: IVS-H120
Rev: 1.0 (Oct. 2009)
Part No. EM-IVS-H120
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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 Left-hand side Panel.............................................................................. 9
2.2.1 Right-hand side Panel ........................................................................... 9
2.3 Hardware Installation ...................................................................................... 10
2.3.1 Stand-alone Installation ....................................................................... 10
2.3.2 Chassis Installation and Rack Mounting........................................... 11
2.3.3 Wall Mount Installation ........................................................................ 12
2.3.4 Optional - DIN-Rail Mount Installation............................................... 13
2.4 Initial Utility Installation ................................................................................... 14
2.5 Preparation ....................................................................................................... 16
2.5.1 Search and View by PLANET IPWizard II........................................ 16
2.5.2 Configure Network by PLANET IPWizard II..................................... 17
2.6 Using UPnP of Windows XP or Vista ........................................................... 19
2.6.1 Windows XP.......................................................................................... 19
2.6.2 Windows Vista ...................................................................................... 24
2.7 Install the Device behind a NAT Router....................................................... 25
2.8 Setup ActiveX to use the Internet Video Server......................................... 26
2.8.1 Internet Explorer 6 for Windows XP .................................................. 26
2.8.2 Internet Explorer 7 for Windows XP .................................................. 27
2.8.3 Internet Explorer 7 for Windows Vista............................................... 28
3 Web-based Management...................................................................................... 29
3.1 Introduction....................................................................................................... 29
3.2 Connecting to Internet Camera ..................................................................... 29
3.3 Live View........................................................................................................... 31
3.4 ActiveX Control ................................................................................................ 34
3.4.1 Digital Zoom .......................................................................................... 35
3.4.2 Record.................................................................................................... 35
3.4.3 Snapshot................................................................................................ 36
3.4.4 Voice....................................................................................................... 36
3.4.5 Statistics................................................................................................. 37
3.4.6 About ...................................................................................................... 37
3.5 Network Configuration .................................................................................... 38
3.5.1 Network.................................................................................................. 38
3.5.2 DDNS server......................................................................................... 40
3.5.3 PPPoE.................................................................................................... 41
3.5.4 Streaming .............................................................................................. 42
3.5.5 UPnP ...................................................................................................... 44
3.5.6 IP Filter................................................................................................... 45
3.5.7 IP Notification........................................................................................ 46
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3.6 Camera Configuration..................................................................................... 48
3.6.1 Picture .................................................................................................... 48
3.6.2 PTZ Setting ........................................................................................... 50
3.6.3 Preset Setting ....................................................................................... 51
3.6.4 Tour Setting ........................................................................................... 51
3.7 System............................................................................................................... 53
3.7.1 System ................................................................................................... 53
3.7.2 Date & Time........................................................................................... 54
3.7.3 Maintenance.......................................................................................... 55
3.8 Video.................................................................................................................. 57
3.8.1 Common ................................................................................................ 57
3.8.2 Video Profile.......................................................................................... 57
3.9 Audio Configuration......................................................................................... 59
3.10 User Privilege Access Configuration.......................................................... 60
3.11 E-Mail Configuration...................................................................................... 61
3.12 Object Detection ............................................................................................ 62
3.13 Event Server Configuration.......................................................................... 63
3.13.1 FTP Server.......................................................................................... 63
3.13.2 TCP Server.......................................................................................... 64
3.13.3 HTTP Server....................................................................................... 65
3.13.4 SAMBA Server.................................................................................... 66
3.14 Event Schedule Configuration..................................................................... 67
3.15 Record Configuration.................................................................................... 71
Appendix A: Alarm I/O Connector ................................................................................ 72
Appendix B: PING IP Address...................................................................................... 74
Appendix C: 3GPP Access ........................................................................................... 75
Appendix D: Bandwidth and Video Size Estimation ................................................. 76
Appendix E: DDNS Application.................................................................................... 77
Appendix F: Configure Port Forwarding Manually .................................................... 82
Appendix G: Troubleshooting & Frequently Asked Questions ................................ 85
Appendix H: Product Specification .............................................................................. 90
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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the H.264 Internet Video Server, IVS-H120, allows the conversion of
any analog camera into a fully functional IP camera. It integrates the next generation video
compression technology – H.264 and can compress the video file size for user to transfer the
images on Internet easily. It can stream digital video over an office network in the same way as
current IP cameras do. By connecting IVS-H120 with an analog camera, all elements of an
existing surveillance system can be upgraded to a new IP surveillance system. The IVS-H120 can
send live video and audio through the Internet and users can monitor the surveillance via a web
browser anywhere in the world.
The IVS-H120 takes surveillance with 2-Way audio. With a speaker connected to the IVS-H120,
the administrator can talk to anyone remotely at the camera site. The IVS-H120 also supports
PLANET Media Converter Chassis, it can install max. 15 IVS-H120 can be installed in the media
converter chassis at one time. The power of IVS-H120 was supplied by the media converter
chassis and can be centrally managed. It offers a flexible and scalable solution with media
converter installation.
The IVS-H120 supports Multi-Profile to transfer different video streams in H.264, MPEG-4 and
M-JPEG to different users simultaneously. Moreover, the resolutions can differ from one user to
another. This state-of-the-art design is considerable to fit in various network environments. Up to
20 users can access to the IVS-H120 at any point at the same time.
1.1 Overview
This user’s guide explains how to operate this video server from a computer. User should read this
manual completely and carefully before you operate the device
1.2 Features
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3GPP for 3G mobile remote applications
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2-Way audio supported
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Multi-Profile encoder supports H.264 / MPEG-4 and M-JPEG video compression
simultaneously
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Supports up to D1 resolution
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Plug-N-Watch feature simplifies system integration in existing network environment
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Save-to-NAS function to save video files without operating software
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Easy configuration and management via Windows-Based utility or web interface
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DDNS, PPPoE and FTP upload supporting provides more alternatives in surveillance
network
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Motion Detection can monitor any suspicious movement in specific area
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20 concurrent user
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DI/DO and RS-485 supported
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Standalone or work with PLANET MC-700/1500/1500R media converter chassis
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Cam Viewer Plus - Central management software supported
1.3 Package Contents
User can find the following items in the package:
Video Server unit x 1
Power Adapter x 1
Driver and User’s Manual CD x 1
Quick Installation Guide x 1
A/V cable 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 Video Server 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
System Hardware · CPU: Intel® Core2 Duo E5300 2.6GHz or above
· Memory Size : 1GB (1GB or above Recommended )
· VGA card resolution : 1024 x 768 or above
· VGA card memory : 64 MB or above
(at least 128 MB for Megs-pixel resolution)
· Network bandwidth: In VGA resolution mode, minimum
upload bandwidth is 1Mbps.
NOTE:
The listed information is minimum system requirements only. Actual requirement will
vary depending on the nature of your environment.
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2.2 Physical Description
2.2.1 Left-hand side Panel
This IVS-H120 provides a general I/O terminal block with one digital input
and one output for device control. It has 6 Pins that from left to right that are
DI/DO/RS-485
5V DC power supply (50mA maximum), Alarm Input, GND, Alarm Output,
D+ terminal of RS-485 and D- terminal of RS-485.
NOTE: The RS-485 of IVS-H120 is master that can control external scanner
or PTZ camera.
Connects 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 Category 5 cable to connect
the Network Camera to a 100Mbps Fast Ethernet network switch or hub.
In the LAN socket, there are two LED embedded:
RJ-45
Video In You can install an analog camera and connect it to video-in jack.
LAN LED (green color)
This LED will be flashing while network accessing via Ethernet.
Power LED (orange color)
This LED is used to indicate whether DC power is on or not. In addition, this
LED will be flashing while network accessing via Ethernet.
2.2.1 Right-hand side Panel
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The input power is 5V DC.
5V DC
A/V Out
MIC in MIC-in (line level) jack allows any device that could input audio.
Note: ONLY use package power adapter supplied with the product.
Otherwise, the product may be damaged.
After connect with the A/V cable attached in packaging, it not only allows
this device to output audio or alerting sound, but also it provides composite
video output. User can use A/V cable to connect the video server with a TV
monitor or VCR.
Note:
1. The white jack is used for audio output, and yellow jack is used for video
output.
2. The IVS-H120 could determine the monitor use NTSC or PAL format
signal, and output the fitting video format to monitor automatically.
Please connect the video jack (yellow) with monitor properly before
power on the machine.
This button is used to restore the all factory default settings. Sometimes
restarting the device will make the system back to a normal state. However,
if the system still got problems after restart, user can restore the factory
default settings and install it again.
Restore the device:
Reset
a.) Press the button down continuously.
b.) Hold the button at least 5 seconds and release it. Then the
device has been restored to default settings and reboot again.
Note: Restoring the factory default setting will lose the all previous settings
included IP address forever. User needs to run the PLANET IPWizard II
program to search the device and configure it to let the device work properly
again.
2.3 Hardware Installation
2.3.1 Stand-alone Installation
To install an IVS-H120 stand-alone, on a desktop or shelf, simply complete the following steps:
1. Attach video source to IVS-H120
To use IVS-H120, user must supply video source to IVS-H120. Connect the BNC terminal of
camera to the IVS-H120’s video input and make sure to power on camera first.
2. Plug-in Ethernet cable into RJ-45 connector
Connect an Ethernet cable to the LAN socket located on the IVS-H120’s panel and attach it
to the network.
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3. Check the LAN LED
The LED is defined to identify LAN connection type. When LAN port is connected, the LED
will be green.
4. Connect RS-485 D+ and D- (option)
When users would like to apply a camera with P/T/Z function, they usually need to connect
their communication port (for camera control) through RS-485. After RS-485 was correctly
connected to D+ and D-, the remote users could control the camera movement through
internet.
5. Attach Audio source to IVS-H120 (option)
If user needs not only video stream but also audio stream, then the audio source should be
attached to IVS-H120. Connect the audio device’s line output to the IVS-H120’s MIC-in and
make sure to power on your camera or audio device first.
6. Attach the power supply
Plug in power adapter and connect to power source. After power on, the camera will start to
operate.
NOTE: Only use the power adapter supplied with Video Server. Otherwise, the product
may be damaged.
2.3.2 Chassis Installation and Rack Mounting
To install the Video Server in a 10-inch or 19-inch with standard rack, follow the instructions
described below.
1. Place your IVS-H120 on a hard flat surface, with the front panel positioned towards your front
side.
2. Carefully slide in the module until it is fully and firmly fitted into the slot of the chassis.
Figure 2-1: Insert a media converter into an available slot
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3. Attach a rack-mount bracket to each side of the Chassis with supplied screws attached to the
package.
4. After the brackets are attached to the chassis, use suitable screws to securely attach the
brackets to the rack, as shown in Figure 2-2.
5. Precede with the steps 1~4 of session 2.3.1 Stand-alone Installation to connect the network
cabling and supply video source to Video Server.
Caution: You must use the screws supplied with the mounting brackets. Damage caused
to the parts by using incorrect screws would invalidate your warranty.
Figure 2-2 Mounting the Chassis in a Rack
2.3.3 Wall Mount Installation
There are two wall holes on the rear of IVS-H120 that allows the video server can be easily
installed with DIN-Rail mounting. To install the IVS-H120 on the wall, please follows the
instructions described below.
1. To measure the holes spaces and screw the screws on the wall.
2. To hitch the IVS-H120 with screws to fix the video server on the wall.
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2.3.4 Optional - DIN-Rail Mount Installation
There are two DIN-Rail holes on the right and left sides of the IVS-H120 that allows the video
server can be easily installed with DIN-Rail mounting. The PLANET optional DIN-Rail mounting
Kit – RKE-DIN can be order separately. When need to replace the wall mount application with
DIN-Rail application on the IVS-H120, please refer to following figures to screw the DIN-Rail on
the video server. To hang the IVS-H120, follow the below steps:
1. Screw the DIN-Rail on the IVS-H120.
2. Lightly press the button of DIN-Rail into the track.
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3. Check the DIN-Rail is tightly on the track.
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2.4 Initial Utility Installation
This chapter shows how to quick set up your H.264 Internet Video Server. The Internet Video
Server is with the default settings. However to help you find the networked Internet Video Server
quickly the windows utility PLANET IPWizard II can search the Internet Video Server 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 “IPWizard II” 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\IPWizard II\setup.exe”, assume D is your CD-ROM drive.
3. The “Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for PLANET IPWizard II” prompt will display on the
screen and click “Next” to continue.
4. Please click “Next” to install with original settings, or you may click “Change…” button to
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modify the install folder then press “Next” to continue.
5. Please click “Install” to start the installation.
6. Please click “Finish” to complete the installation and launch program immediately.
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2.5 Preparation
When you installed the camera on a LAN environment, you may execute PLANET IPWizard II to
discover camera’s IP address and set up related parameters in the camera.
2.5.1 Search and View by PLANET IPWizard II
When you installed the Camera on a LAN environment, you have two easy ways to search your
Cameras by PLANET IPWizard II or UPnP discovery. Here is the way to execute PLANET
IPWizard II to discover Camera’s IP address and set up related parameter in a Camera.
Search
When launch the PLANET IPWizard II, a searching window will pop up. PLANET IPWizard II is
starting to search Network Cameras on the LAN. The existed devices will be listed as below.
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View
If PLANET IPWizard II finds network devices, View button will be available. Please select the
device you want to view and click the View button. Then you could see the video from camera
directly. Furthermore you could double click the left button of mouse to link to the network device
by browser.
2.5.2 Configure Network by PLANET IPWizard II
In case you want to change the IP related parameters of wired interface, please select the device
you want to configure and click the LAN button. Relative settings will be carried out as below.
You could modify the relative settings of the selected device. Click “<<” button will quit the LAN
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setting procedure and click “>>” button will move to next page as below.
In case, you do not want to change username and/or password, then just click “Submit” button to
perform your setting accordingly. Click “<<” button will go back to previous page.
If you like to change username and/or password of the device, just click the check button. Then,
the related fields will show up as below.
After keying in new username and password, click “Submit” button to perform your setting
accordingly. Click “<<” button will go back to previous page.
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2.6 Using UPnP of Windows XP or Vista
2.6.1 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.
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The following screen will appear, select “Networking Services” and click “Details” to continue
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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.
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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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2.6.2 Windows Vista
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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2.7 Install the Device behind a NAT Router
Once installed, the device is accessible on your LAN. To access the device from the Internet you
must configure your broadband router to allow incoming data traffic to the device. If the device is
installed on the LAN with a router, then it may get a dynamic IP address from the DHCP server.
However, if the device wants to be accessed from the WAN, its IP address needs to be setup as
fixed IP, also the port forwarding or Virtual Server function of router needs to be setup.
However, if your NAT router supports UPnP feature, it can be very easy to achieve NAT traversal
automatically. To do this, enable the NAT-traversal feature, which will attempt to automatically
configure the router to allow access to the camera.
Installing the device with an UPnP router on your network is an easy 3–step procedure:
(1) Enable UPnP option of your NAT router
(2) Enable UPnP NAT traversal option of the Network Camera (default)
(3) Access your Network Camera by DIPS
(1) Enable UPnP option of your NAT router
To use UPnP IGD function (NAT traversal), you need to make sure the UPnP function is enabled
in your router. Most new home routers should support this function. Some of routers are default
enable and others are not. Please check user’s manual of your NAT router for detail.
(2) Enable UPnP NAT traversal option of the Network Camera
Refer to Setting Î Network Î UPnP page for detail NAT traversal setting. Note that this option
is default enabled.
(3) Access your Network Camera by DIPS
Refer to Setting Î System Î System page for detail DIPS information
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2.8 Setup ActiveX to use the Internet Video Server
The Video Server web pages communicate with the Video Server using an ActiveX control. The
ActiveX control must be downloaded from the Video Server and installed on your PC. Your
Internet Explorer security settings must allow for the web page to work correctly. To use the Video
Server, user must setup his IE browser as follows:
2.8.1 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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2.8.2 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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2.8.3 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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