RHINO 00P3H101MZSEA3 User Manual

00P3H101MZSEA3

1.3 Megapixel Compact IP Dome Camera

Indoor/Rugged

User Manual

Ver1.3

Table of Contents

1. Software Version........................................................................................................3

2. Introduction.................................................................................................................4

2.1 Features.............................................................................................................4

2.2 Package Contents..............................................................................................5

2.3 Camera Overview..............................................................................................5

3. Preparations for IP Camera Setup ............................................................................7

3.1 System Requirements........................................................................................7

3.2 Ethernet Connection..........................................................................................7

4. Accessing Camera .....................................................................................................9

5. Configuration & Operation.......................................................................................16

5.1 Browser-based Viewer Introduction.................................................................16

5.2 Home Page......................................................................................................18

5.3 System Related Settings..................................................................................19

5.3.1 Host Name and System Time Setting................................................20

5.3.2 Security..............................................................................................21

5.3.3 Network .............................................................................................23

5.3.4 DDNS ................................................................................................26

5.3.5 Mail....................................................................................................27

5.3.6 FTP....................................................................................................28

5.3.7 Motion Detection................................................................................29

5.3.8 Snapshot ...........................................................................................31

5.3.9 Iris Adjustment (Box Camera and Vandal Proof Dome).....................32

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

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

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

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

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

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

5.4 Video and Audio Streaming Settings ............................................................... 42

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

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

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

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

5.4.5 Privacy Masking Function..................................................................47

5.4.6 Audio Setting .....................................................................................49

5.5 Camera Settings..............................................................................................50

5.5.1 Exposure Setting ...............................................................................50

5.5.2 White Balance Setting .......................................................................51

5.5.3 Backlight Setting................................................................................52

5.5.4 Brightness Setting..............................................................................52

5.5.5 Sharpness Setting .............................................................................53

5.5.6 Contrast Setting.................................................................................53

5.5.7 Digital Zoom Setting ..........................................................................53

5.6 Logout..............................................................................................................54

6. CMS Software Introduction......................................................................................55

Appendix A: Technical Specifications........................................................................... 56

Appendix B: Internet Security Settings .........................................................................58

Appendix C: DC Viewer Download Procedure..............................................................61

1. Software Version

The Compact IP Dome Camera’s current software version is as follows:

Time Released Version

Oct., 2008 d20081013NS

2. Introduction

The 1.3 Megapixel Compact IP Dome Camera features a 1/3.8” Sony Progressive CMOS Sensor and generates excellent image quality. Having excellent high definition image quality in low-light conditions, this camera could identify the individuals and objects of interest easily.

With Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af) feature, the need of power outlets could be totally eliminated; likewise installation and cabling cost would be significantly reduced.

The IP Dome Camera’s flat and sophisticated design enhances more application possibilities, such as indoor/outdoor and mobile surveillance. Additionally, its light weight and compact size offer quick and simple installation on the ceilings or walls of houses and vehicles.

2.1 Features

• 1/3.8” 1.3M progressive CMOS

• Simultaneous MPEG-4 and MJPEG video stream (dual stream)

• Resolution: MPEG-4 VGA,QVGA,CIF,QCIF

MJPEG 1280 x 960(4 VGA), VGA, QVGA, CIF, QCIF

• Frame Rate: MPEG-4 30fps@VGA; MJPEG 15fps@1280 x 960

• Image Setting:

Rotation: Flip, Mirror, and 180 Rotate∘ Brightness, Sharpness, Contrast, White Balance, Exposure Control Digital Zoom: x1 ~ x12

• Audio Compression: G.711 PCM 64 kbit/s G.726 ADPCM 32 or 24 kbit/s

• Shutter Speed: 1.5~1/15000 sec

• Interface: 10/100 Ethernet

• Compact Size Dome Cover and Housing

• Power over Ethernet

2.2 Package Contents

Please check the package contains the following items listed below.

Security Torx

Indoor Camera/

Rugged Camera (with Cable )

Quick Guide

2.3 Camera Overview

Designation Description

Reset Button

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

Lens Rotate the lens right/left to adjust focus

Focus Fixed Screw Loosen the screw to adjust the lens

Tilt Fixed Screw Loosen the screw to adjust tilt angle

Dimensions

3. Preparations for IP Camera Setup

This chapter outlines information about system requirements for IP Dome Camera operation, power and Ethernet connection for Indoor/Outdoor IP Dome Camera, and access to the camera.

3.1 System Requirements

To perform the IP Dome Camera via web browser, please ensure your PC is in good network connection, and meet system requirements as described below.

Items Minimum Requirement

Personal Computer

1. Intel Pentium IV, 3 GHz or higher, Intel Core2 Duo, 2 GHz or higher

2. 1 GB RAM or more

3. AGP graphics card 64 MB RAM, Direct Draw

Operating System

Windows VISTA or Windows XP

Web Browser

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later

Network Card

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

Viewer

ActiveX control plug-in for Microsoft IE

3.2 Ethernet Connection

Please follow the instructions below to connect Indoor/Rugged IP Dome Camera’s Ethernet cable.

Indoor Camera

z PoE Connection

Connect the one end of the PoE cable to the Ethernet port on the camera, and the other end to Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) like hubs or routers.

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

Green Link Light indicates good network connection. Orange Activity Light flashes for network activity indication.

Rugged Camera

M12 D-Coded Connector PoE Waterproof Switch

z M12 D-Coded Connection

For the Rugged IP Dome Camera, connect its Ethernet cable to a M12 waterproof switch as shown above.

NOTE: Please use a PoE waterproof switch/hub so that the camera can work.

z M12 D-Coded Connector’s Pin Definition

Pin 1: Rx＋ Pin 2: Tx＋ Pin 3: Rx－ Pin 4: Tx－

4. Accessing Camera

For initial access to the IP Dome Camera, users can search the camera through the installer program: DeviceSearch.exe, which can be found in “DeviceSearch” folder in the supplied CD.

Device Search Software Setup Step 1: Double click on the program Device Search.exe (see the icon below);

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

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

Device Search Step 3: Click “Device Search” again, and all the finding IP devices will be liste d

in the page, as shown in the figure below. The IP Dome Camera’s default IP address is: 192.168.0.250.

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

Step 5: Then the prompt window of request for entering default username and password (as shown below) will appear for logging in to the IP Dome Camera.

The default login ID and password for the Administrator are:

Admin 1234

NOTE: ID and password are case sensitive.

NOTE: It is strongly advised that administrator’s password be

altered for the security concerns. Refer to section 5.3.2 Security for further details.

Additionally, users can change the IP Dome Camera’s network property, either DHCP or Static IP directly in the device finding list. Refer to the following section for changing the IP Dome Camera’s network property.

Example of Changing IP Dome Camera’s Network Property

Users can directly change an IP Dome Camera’s network property, ex. from static IP to DHCP, in the finding device list. The way to change the IP Dome Camera’s network property is specified below:

Step 1: In the finding device list, click on the IP Dome Camera that you would

like to change its network property. On the selected item, right click and select “Network Setup.” Meanwhile, record the IP Dome Camera’s MAC address, for future identification.

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

“Apply” button down the page.

Step 3: Click “OK” on the Note of setting change. Wait for one minute to

re-search the IP Dome Camera.

Step 4: Click the “Device Search” button to re-search all the devices. Then

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

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

Installing DC Viewer Software Online

For the initial access to the IP Dome Camera, a client program, DC Viewer, will be automatically installed to your PC when connecting to the IP Dome Camera.

If the Web browser doesn’t allow DC Viewer installation, please check the Internet security settings or ActiveX controls and plug-ins settings (see Appendix B: Internet Security Settings) to continue the process.

The Information Bar (just below the URL bar) may come out and ask for permission to install the ActiveX Control for displaying video in browser (see the figure below). Right click on the Information Bar and select “Install ActiveX Control…” to allow the installation.

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

Click “Finish” to close the DC Viewer window when download is finished. For the detailed software download procedure, please refer to Appendix C: DC Viewer Download Procedure.

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

Administrator/User Privileges

“Administrator” represents the person who can configure the IP Dome Camera and authorize users access to the camera; “User” refers to whoever has access to the camera with limited authority, i.e. entering Home and Camera setting pages.

Lens Adjustment

The image displays on the Home page when successfully accessing to the IP Dome Camera. Adjust the camera’s focus to produce a clear image. Please refer to the procedure below.

Step 1: Unscrew the IP Dome Camera’s cover.

Step 2: Loosen the focus fixed screw, and rotate the lens counter-/clockwise t o

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

5. Configuration & Operation

The IP Dome Camera is provided with a user-friendly browser-based configuration interface, and a free bundled CMS (Central Management System) for record and playback video. In this chapter, information about main page introduction, system related settings and camera settings will be described in detail.

For further information about CMS software, please refer to Chapter 6. CMS Software Introduction and CMS user manual.

5.1 Browser-based Viewer Introduction

The figure below shows the main page of the IP Dome Camera user interface.

At the bottom of the main page, users can adjust video display size (x1, x1/2 and full screen), select a kind of video format (MPEG-4 and MJPEG) and save MJPEG snapshots (see 5.3.8 Snapshot).

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

Home

Users can monitor live video of the targeted area.

System setting

Administrator can set host name, system time, root password, network related settings, etc. Further details will be interpreted in section 5.3 System Related Settings.

Streaming setting

Administrator can modify video resolution and rotate type and select audio compression mode in this page.

Camera setting

Users can adjust various camera parameters, including <Exposure>, <White Balance>, <Brightness>, <Sharpness>, <Contrast> and <Digital Zoom>.

Logout

Click on the tab to relogin the IP Dome Camera with another username and password.

5.2 Home Page

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

Screen Size Adjustment

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

Digital Zoom Control

In the full screen mode, users can implement digital PTZ by right clicking the mouse, rotating the mouse wheel (for zoom in/out), and drag the mouse into any direction.

Snapshot

Press the button, and the MJPEG snapshots will automatically be saved in the appointed place. The default place of saving snapshots is: C:\.

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