Planet Technology ICA-106 User Manual
IR IP Camera
ICA-106
User’s Manual
Version: 1.0
(May, 2006)
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Copyright
Copyright© 2006 by PLANET Technology Corp. All rights reserved. No part of this publication
may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language
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manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of PLANET.
PLANET makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the
contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability or fitness for any particular
purpose. Any software described in this manual is sold or licensed "as is". Should the programs
prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not this company, its distributor, or its dealer)
assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair, and any incidental or consequential damages
resulting from any defect in the software. Further, this company reserves the right to revise this
publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation to notify
any person of such revision or changes.
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.
R&TTE Compliance Statement
This equipment complies with all the requirements of DIRECTIVE 1999/5/CE OF THE EUROPEAN
PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL OF 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunication
terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity (R&TTE)
The R&TTE Directive repeals and replaces in the directive 98/13/EEC (Telecomm unications Term inal
Equipment and Satellite Earth Station Equipment) As of April 8,2000.
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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.
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 IR IP Camera
Model: ICA-106
Rev: 1.0 (May, 2006)
Part No. EM-ICA106
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Overview........................................................................................................ 5
1.1 Introduction ................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Features:......................................................................................................... 5
1.3 Application:................................................................................................... 6
1.4 System Requirement...................................................................................... 6
1.5 Package Contents........................................................................................... 6
Chapter2 Hardware Connections.................................................................................. 7
2.1 Hardware Installation .................................................................................... 9
Chapter3 Login to Homepage ..................................................................................... 11
3.1 Before Operation ......................................................................................... 11
3.2 Enabling UPnP for Windows® XP™........................................................... 12
3.3 Install the Camera with a Router................................................................. 17
3.4 Before connected via web browser.............................................................. 19
3.5 The first time access via web browser......................................................... 19
3.6 Logging in as a User.................................................................................... 20
3.7 Logging in as an Administrator ...................................................................21
Chapter 4 Operating the Network Camera .................................................................. 22
4.1 Control Panel............................................................................................... 23
4.2 Advanced Function Area............................................................................. 25
4.2.1 Home .................................................................................................... 25
4.2.2 Setting................................................................................................... 26
4.2.2.1 System.................................................................................... 27
4.2.2.2 Network.................................................................................. 29
4.2.2.3 Video/Audio ........................................................................... 32
4.2.2.4 User ........................................................................................ 35
4.2.2.5 Motion Detection.................................................................... 36
4.2.2.6 Status ...................................................................................... 38
4.2.2.7 Factory Default....................................................................... 39
4.2.2.8 Restart..................................................................................... 39
4.2.1.9 Upgrade:................................................................................. 40
4.3 Capture ................................................................................................. 43
4.4 Recording ............................................................................................. 44
Appendix A: Restore Factory Default Settings .................................................................45
Appendix B: Troubleshooting & Frequently Asked Questions.......................................... 46
Appendix C: PING IP Address.......................................................................................... 50
Appendix D: Bandwidth Estimation.................................................................................. 51
Appendix E: Specifications............................................................................................... 52
Appendix F: Time Zone Table........................................................................................... 54
Appendix G: DDNS Application....................................................................................... 56
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Chapter 1 Overview
This user’s guide explains how to operate the Network Camera from a computer. This
user’s guide 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.
1.1 Introduction
This Network Camera is an inexpensive and fully scalable surveillance technology.
Because the Network Cameras can be plugged in to your existing computer network
infrastructure, you will potentially save thousands of dollars on unnecessary cabling.
The Network Camera is accessible via the LAN / WLAN or Internet connection. Connect
your Network Camera directly to a computer network or DSL modem, and with a
standard Web browser you get instant, on demand video streams. Within minutes you
can set up the Network Camera to capture a video sequence to a PC. Live video image
can be uploaded to a website for the world to see or made available only to select users
on the network.
1.2 Features:
z MPEG4 / JPEG dual video compression
z 6 high-light IR LEDs for 0 Lux operation
z High quality 1/4” CMOS image sensor
z Pre recording for motion triggered up to 15 seconds
z Wired and Wireless LAN interface
z Up to 400% digital zoom
z Built-in internal microphone
z Remote-Control via Internet Explorer
z Support statistic and dynamic IP address
z DDNS and UPnP
z Multi-channel control software for surveillance application
z On-line firmware upgrade
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1.3 Application:
z Remote monitoring
z Surveillance
1.4 System Requirement
z Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or later
z VGA Monitor resolution 1024 x 768
z Pentium4 1.3GHz or above
z Memory Size: 256MB or above
z Windows ME, 2000, XP, or 2003
1.5 Package Contents
User can find the following items in the package:
1. IR IP Camera x 1
2. Camera Stand x 1
3. Power Adapter x 1
4. User’s Manual CD x 1
5. Quick Installation Guide x 1
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your dealer immediately.
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with the
Network Camera will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
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Chapter2 Hardware Connections
DC Power
LAN Socket
and LEDs
DC Power Jack
The DC power input jack is located on the Network Camera’s bottom. The input power is
5VDC. Note that supply the power to the Network Camera with standard power adapter
included in package. Otherwise, the improper power adapter may damage the unit and
result in danger.
LAN Socket
Beside the DC power Jack, the LAN socket is an RJ-45 connector for connections to
10Base-T or 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet cabling. Please use Category 5 “straight
through” cable to connect the Network Camera to an Ethernet network switch or hub.
10/100M Ethernet LEDs
LED stands for Light-Emitting Diode. The Ethernet LEDs are located on the RJ-45
connector. These LEDs are used to indicate the status of Network connection.
Factory Default Reset
This button is hidden in the pinhole under then Network Camera’s bottom. Please refer
to the Appendix A in this manual for more information.
Jack
Factory
Default Reset
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Status
Microphone
Microphone
The Network Camera’s has built-in an internal microphone. This microphone is also
hidden in the pinhole located on the front panel.
Status LEDs
This LED is used to indicate the status of Network Camera.
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2.1 Hardware Installation
1. Attach the Network Camera with the included stand
2. Place the Camera on the table or fix it onto ceiling or wall
Use screws to fix the Network Camera onto the ceiling or wall. You could also put
the Network Camera on the table directly.
Fixed it by
3. Plug an Ethernet cable into the Network Camera
Connect an Ethernet cable to the LAN socket located on the Network Camera’s bottom
and attach it to the network.
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Ethernet
4. Connect the external power supply to Network Camera
Connect the external power supply to the DC power jack of the Network Camera. Note:
Use the power adapter, 5VDC, included in the package and connect it to wall outlet for
AC power.
Power
Once you have installed the Network Camera well and powered on, the status LED will
turn green first and then orange. It means the system is booting up successfully.
Furthermore, if you have a proper network connection, and access to the Network
Camera, the 10/100M LAN LED will flash green
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Chapter3 Login to Homepage
3.1 Before Operation
Install the IP Address of Network Camera
When you installed your Network camera on your LAN environment, you may execute
“MP4 IP Finder.exe” to discover Network camera’s IP address.
“MP4 IP Finder.exe” is used to scan the Installed Network Camera on a LAN, setting the
Network Camera Name, IP address settings and so on.
Using your mouse to select any one of the Network Cameras within your LAN
environment, you can search out its IP address and other IP parameters as follows:
1. Edit the IP address of this Network Camera.
2. Edit the Gateway Address if necessary.
3. Edit the Network Mask if necessary.
4. ‘Submit’ it.
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5. The Network Camera will restart the system to validate the new setting
after seconds.
Alternatively, user can use another approach to search out the Network Camera on the
LAN by UPnP as bellow:
3.2 Enabling UPnP for 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 Network Camera. 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 that Windows 2000 does not support UPnP feature.
Go to Start > Settings.
Click Control Panel
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Click Add or Remove Programs
Click Add/Remove Windows Components
The following screen will appear:
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Select Networking Services
Click Details
Select Universal Plug and Play
Click Ok
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Click Next
Please wait while Setup configures the components.
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Click Finish
To view your Network Camera in an Internet browser, go to your Desktop and click My
Network Places.
Click My Network Places
Click the targeted Network Camera
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The last three digits (146), represent the fourth octet of your Network Camera’s IP
address (in this example, 198.168.0.146).
3.3 Install the Camera with a Router
The Network Camera can be used with a router. This section explains how to view the
camera from either the Internet or from inside your LAN.
installed on the LAN with a router, then it can get a dynamic IP address from the DHCP
server. However, if the Network Camera wants to be accessed from the WAN, its IP
address needs to be setup as fixed IP, also the Virtual Server function of router needs to
be setup.
Installing a Network Camera with a router on your network is an easy 3–step procedure:
(1) Assign a local IP Address to your Network Camera
(2) Access the Router with Your Web browser
(3 ) Open Virtual Server Ports for Your Router (Enable Remote Viewing)
(1) Assign a local fixed IP address to your Network Camera
Follow the steps in the Quick Installation Guide to configure the Network Camera. The
camera will be assigned a local fixed IP Address that allows it to be recognized by the
router. Manually setup the Network Camera as fixed IP, for example, such as
192.168.0.120.
(2) Access the Router with Your Web browser
If you have cable or DSL service, you will most likely have a dynamically assigned WAN
IP Address. ‘Dynamic’ means that your router’s WAN IP address can change from time
to time depending on your ISP. A dynamic WAN IP Address identifies your router on the
public network and allows it to access the Internet. To find out what your router’s WAN
IP Address is, go to the Status screen on your router and locate the WAN information
for your router.
Note: Because a dynamic WAN IP can change from time to time depending on your
ISP, you may want to obtain a Static IP address from your ISP. A Static IP address is a
fixed IP address that will not change over time and will be more convenient for you to
use to access your camera from a remote location. If you could not get a Static IP
address from your ISP, the DDNS is a solution alternatively. Please refer to Appendix G
for more information.
If the Network Camera was
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(3) Open Virtual Server Ports to enable remote image viewing
The firewall security features built into the most routers prevent users from accessing the
video from the Network Camera over the Internet. The router connects to the Internet
over a series of numbered ports. The ports normally used by the Network Camera are
blocked from access over the Internet. Therefore, these ports need to be made
accessible over the Internet. This is accomplished using the Virtual Server function on
the router. The Virtual Server ports used by the camera must be opened through the
router for remote access to your camera.
Due to each router have different settings. You may refer to the below steps to configure
your router’s Virtual Server settings
• Enabled Virtual Server function.
• Enter a unique name for each entry.
• Select Both under Protocol Type (TCP and UDP).
• Enter your camera’s local IP Address (e.g., 192.168.0.120, for example) in the
Private IP field.
• If you are using the default camera port settings, enter 80 into the Public and
Private Port section.
• If there has Scheduling option, it should be set to Always so that the camera
images can be accessed at any time.
Important: Some ISPs block access to port 80. Be sure to check with your ISP so that
you can open the appropriate ports accordingly. Some ISPs block traffic on commonly
used ports to conserve bandwidth. If your ISP does not pass traffic on port 80, you will
need to change the port the camera uses from 80 to something else, such as 8080. Not
all routers are the same, so refer to your user manual for specific instructions on how to
open ports.
Enter valid ports in the Virtual Server section of your router
Please make sure to check the box on this line to enable settings
Then the Network Camera can be access from WAN by the router’s WAN IP Address.
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