Speco VIP2P1, VIP2P1N User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

VIP2P1 /

VIP2P1N

Full HD Mini Dome

Network Camera

Please read this manual thoroughly before use, and ke ep it handy for future reference.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PROCUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT INSERT ANY METALLIC OBJECT THROUGH THE VENTILATION
GRILLS OR OTHER OPENNINGS ON THE EQUIPMENT.

CAUTION

EXPLANATION OF GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an eq uilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product ’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

T

he exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is inte nded to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.

PRECAUTIONS
Safety -------------------------------------- Installation -------------------------------

Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet,
unplug the unit and have it checked by the qualified
personnel before operating it any further.

Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not going to
be used for several days or more. To disconnect the
cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.

Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat
build-up. Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs,
blankets, etc.) or near materials(curtains, draperies)
that may block the ventilation holes.

Height and vertical linearity controls located at the rear
panel are for special adjustments by qualified
personnel only.

Do not install the unit in an extremely hot or humid
place or in a place subject to excessive dust,
mechanical vibration.

The unit is not designed to be waterproof.
Exposure to rain or water may damage the unit.

Cleaning ---------------------------------

Clean the unit with a slightly damp soft cloth.
Use a mild household detergent. Never use strong
solvents such as thinner or benzene as they might
damage the finish of the unit.

Retain the original carton and packing materials for
safe transport of this unit in the future.

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FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

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.

FCC INFORMATION : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the

limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the 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:

-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION : Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible

for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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HEREBY, SPECO TECHNOLOGIES. DECLARES THAT THIS PRODUCT IS IN COMPLIANCE
WITH THE ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS AND OTHER RELEVANT PROVISIONS OF
DIRECTIVE 1999/5/EC.
A COPY OF THE ORIGINAL DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY MAY BE OBTAINED FROM
SPECO TECHNOLOGIES, 200 NEW HIGHWAY AMITYVILLE, NY 11701, USA.

THIS DIGITAL EQUIPMENT FULFILLS THE REQUIREMENTS FOR RF EMISSION
ACCORDING TO THE CLASS B LIMIT OF EN 55022.
THIS PRODUCT FULFILLS THE REQUIREMENTS FOR IMMUNITY ACCORDING TO EN 55024
AND EN 50130-4 OFFICE AND COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENTS.

TO COMPLY WITH RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS, THE ANTENNA USED
FOR THIS TRANSMITTER MUST BE INSTALLED TO PROVIDE A SEPARATION DISTANCE OF
AT LEAST 20cm (7.9in) FROM ALL PERSONS AND MUST NOT BE CO-LOCATED OR
OPERATING IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANY OTHER ANTENNA OR TRANSMITTER.

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.

DISPOSE OF USED BA TTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified

by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.

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. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused

for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. CAUTION – THESE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR USE B Y QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO
NOT PERFORM ANY SERVICING OTHER THAN THAT CONTAINED IN THE
OPERAT ING INSTRUCTIONS UNLESS YOU QRE QUALIFIED TO DO SO.

16. Use satisfy clause 2.5 of IEC60950-1/UL60950-1 or Certified/Listed Class 2
power source only.

17. ITE is to be connected only to PoE networks without routing to the outside plant.

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Contents

1. Description ------------------------------------------------------------------7

1.1 Components - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 7

1.2 Key Features- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 8

1.3 Layout ---- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 9

2. Installation ----------------------------------------------------------------- 10

2.1 Camera Installation ---- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10

2.2 Network Connection and IP Assignment ----------------------------------------------------------12

3. Operation -------------------------------------------------------------------- 13

3.1 Access from a browser --------------------------------------------------------------------------------13

3.2 Access from the internet------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 14

3.3 Setting the admin password over a secure connection------------------------------------------- 14

3.4 Live View Page ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15

3.5 Network Camera Setup-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17

3.5.1 Basic Configuration ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17

1) Users------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 18

2) Network -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19

3) Video & Image ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 20

4) Date & Time --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22

3.5.2 Video & Image---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23

3.5.3 Event ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 30

1) Event-In -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 30

2) Event-Out ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 35

3) Event Map------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 41

3.5.4 System ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 45

1) Information ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 45

2) Security--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 46

3) Date & Time --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 49

4) Network -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 50

5) Language ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 61

6) Maintenance --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 61

7) Support---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------62

3.5.5 About ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------65

3.6 Playback----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------66

3.7 Help ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 68

3.8 Resetting to the factory default settings-------------------------------------------------------------69

4. Appendix -------------------------------------------------------------------- 70

4.1 Troubleshooting ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 70

4.2 Alarm Connection---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 71

4.3 Preventive Maintenance -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 71

4.4 Product Specification------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 72

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1. Description

This network camera supports network service for surveillance video with progressive scan, which can
be monitored real-time regardless of distance or location. Through the VMS application, multiple users
can access the camera simultaneously or a single use r can monitor various network cameras at the
same time. Users can also play, store and retrieve a recording through a PC. Settings, live view, and
recordings can be accessed through a web browser as well.

1.1 Components

The following are included in the package:

M

ini Camera Installation CD Installation Guide

ccessory Kit Template sheet Alarm Cable

A

Notes:

1. Check your package to make sure that you received all components shown above.

2. Adapter for DC 12V is not supplied

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1.2 Key Features

• Brilliant video quality

This network camera offers the highly efficient H.264 video compression, which drastically
reduces bandwidth and storage requirements without compromising image quality. Motion JPEG
is also supported for increased flexibility.

• Triple streams

This network camera can deliver triple video streams simultaneously at full frame rate in all
resolutions up to 1920 x 1080 using Motion JPEG and H.264 (or MPEG-4). This mean s that
several video streams can be configured with different compression formats, resolutions and
frame rates for dif ferent needs.

• Image setting adjustment

This network camera also enables users t o adjust image settings such as contrast, brightness and
saturation to improve images bef ore encoding takes place.

• Micro-SD Recording support
This network camera also has a micro-SD memory slot for local recording with removable

storage.

• Improved Security

This network camera logs all user access, and lists currently connected users. Also, its full frame
rate video can be provided over HTTPS.

• Megapixel Resolution

Max 1920x1080@30fps

• PoE

This network camera can be powered through PoE, which simplifies installation since only one
cable is needed for carrying power, as well as video controls.

• ONVIF

This is a global interface standard that makes it easier for end users, in tegrators, consultants,
and manufacturers to take advantage of the possibilities offered by network video technology.
ONVIF enables interoperability between different vendor products, increased flexibility, reduced
cost, and future-proof systems.

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1.3 Layout

NO Name Description

1 Alarm Cable
2 Power Cable
3 Ethernet Cable

 Camera Dimension

See the diagrams below for the exact dimension

Yellow : Alarm input, Black : GND, Blue : Alarm output
Cable for Power source (DC 12V)
Cable for Ethernet (POE)

Dimensions Unit: inch

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2. Installation

2.1 Camera Installation

Carefully remove the contents from the box, and verify that nothing is damaged.

1) Make screw holes for camera on the ceiling with Template Sheet

2) Remove the Camera Cover

3) Fix the camera set using Anchors(2x) and Screws(2x) to the ceiling.

4) A

ttach Camera Cover to Dome Camera. Turn Camera Cover clockwise to complete installation

Lock clock

wise

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• Connecting Ethernet
Connect a standard RJ-45 cable to the network port of This network camera. Generally a

cross-over cable is used for directly connection to PC, while a direct cable is used for connection
to a hub.

 Micro SD memory slot

If desired, before closing the Camera Cover, insert a micro SD memory card.

• Connecting the Power

Connect the DC 12V power adapter to the camera.

• Connecting the Wireless using WPS function (VIP2P1N model only)

Follow steps for a proper operation.

1. Make sure your AP (Access Point) and Operating System support WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
functions. WPS enables easy setup with compatible APs.

2. Press the WPS button on the camera board. You can then see the Status LED is blinking.

4. Press and hold down the WPS button on your AP (some router/AP will have a virtual button on
their management software instead). Refer to your AP's documentation for details using its WPS
functions.

When WPS configuration is done, wireless connectivity will be established and the security
encryption, such as WEP or WPA-PSK , will be synchronized with the AP.
As for IP setting, the camera's use of DHCP or static IP is determined by your configuration on
This network camera via the web- based configuration of firmware. The camera's default is DHCP
for the

VIP2P1N.

Notes:

1. WPS m

ay not work if your AP is configured with a "hidden" SSID.

2. If any WPS-enabled AP is not detected, the camera will search APs for 60 seconds after
pressing the WPS button, and if the camera still can not detec t an AP after 1 minute, the
wireless setup will be cancelled.

3. If a camera is assigned with a fixed IP outside the AP's network segment, wireless setup will
fail.

4. A wired connection always has a higher priority, and hence wireless setup will not take effect
when the RJ45 LAN port is connected.

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2.2 Network Connection and IP assignment

The camera supports network operation. When a camera is first connected to the network, it is
necessary to allocate an IP address to the device with the “SpecoManager” utility on the CD. (Default
DHCP)

1. Connect this network camera / device to the network and power up.

2. Start SpecoManager. The main window will be displayed and after a short while, devices
connected to the network will be displayed in the list. Compatible devices include Speco network
cameras and ONVIF Profile S listed cameras.

3.

Select the camera on the list and click right button of the mouse. You can see the pop-up menu
below.

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. Select Assign IP. You will see the Assign IP window. Enter the required IP address.

Note: F

or more information, refer to the SpecoManager User’s Manual.

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3. Operation

This network camera can be used with Windows operating system and browsers. The recommended
browsers are Internet Explorer, Safari, Firefox, Opera and Google Chrome with Windows.

NOTE: To view streaming video in Microsoft Internet Explorer, set your browser to allow ActiveX
controls.

3.1 Access from a browser

1. Start a browser.

2. Enter the IP address or host name of This network camera in the Location/Address field of your
browser.

3. You can see a starting page. Click Live View or Setup to enter web page.

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. This network camera’s Live View page appears in your browser.

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3.2. Access from the internet

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Once connected, this network camera is accessible on your local network (LAN). To access this
network camera from the Internet (outside of the LAN), you must configure your broadband router to
allow incoming data traffic to this network camera. To do this, enable the NAT-traversal feature,
which will attempt to automatically configure the router to allow access to This network camera. This
is enabled from Setup > System > Network > NAT.

For more information, please see “3.5.4 System>Network>NAT” of User’s Manual.

3.3 Setting the admin password over a secure connection

ain access to the product, the password for

he default administrator user must be set. This
is done in the “Admin Password” dialog, which is
displayed when this network camera

or the setup at the first time. Enter your admin
name and password, set by the administrator.

is accessed

Note: The default administrator username is
admin and password is 1234. If the password is
lost, This network camera must be reset to the

actory default settings. See “3.8 Resetting to the
Factory Default Settin

To prevent network eavesdropping when setting the admin password, this can be done via an
encrypted HTTPS connection, which requires an HTTPS certificate (see note below).

To set the password via a standard HTTP connection, enter it directly in the first dialog shown below.
To set the password via an encrypted HTTPS connection, see “3.5.6 System >Security>HTTPS”.

Note: HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL) is a protocol used to encrypt the traffic between
web browsers and servers. The HTTPS certificate controls the encrypted exchange of information.

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3.4 Live View Page

T

j

he live view page comes in several screen
modes: 1920x1080, 1280x1024, 1280x720,
800x600, 704x480(576), 640x480,
352x240(288) and 320x240. Users are
allowed to select the most suitable one out
of those modes. Please, ad
accordance with your PC specifications and
monitoring purposes.

1) General controls

Live View Page Search & Playback Page Setup Page Help Page

The video dr
video stream on the live view page. Stream profiles are configured under Setup > Basic
Configuration > Video & Image. For more information, please see “3.5.1 Basic Configuration >
Video & Image” of User’s Manual.

video resolutions to be displayed on live view page.

and methods to use depends on your viewing requirements, and on the properties of your
network.

2) Control

The live viewer toolbar is available in the web browser page only. It displays the following
buttons:

start and stop. The Start button connects to This network camera or start playing a
video stream.

toolbar

The St

op button stops the video stream being played. Pressing the key again toggles the

ust the mode in

op-down list allows you to select a customized or pre-programmed

The r

esolution drop-down list allows you to select the most suitable one out of

otocol drop-down list allows you to select which combination of protocols

The pr

The Pause button pause the video stream being played.
The Snapshot button takes a snapshot of the current image. The location where the

image is saved can be specified.

The digital zoom activates a zoom-in or zoom- out function for video image on the live

screen.

windows will be visible. Press the 'Esc' button on the computer keyboard to cancel full
screen view.

The Full Screen button causes the video image to fill the entire screen area. No other

The Manual Trigger button activates a pop-up window to manually start or stop the event.

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3) Video Streams

This network camera provides several images and video stream formats. Your requirements and
the properties of your network will determine the type you use.

The Live View page in network camera provides access to H.264, MPEG-4 and Motion JPEG video
streams, and to the list of available video streams. Other applications and clients can also access
these video streams/images directly, without going via the Live View page.

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3.5 Network Camera Setup

This section describes how to configure this network camera, and is intended for product
Administrators, who have unrestricted access to all the Setup tools; and Operators, who have acce ss
to the settings for Basic, Live View, Video & Image and System Configuration.

You can configure this network camera by clicking Setup in the top right-hand corner of the Live View
page. Click on this page to access the online help that explains the setup tools

When accessing this network camera for the first time,
the “Admin Password” dialog appears. Enter your
admin name and password, set by the administrator.

Note: If the p
be reset to the factory default settings. See “3.8
Resetting to the Factory Default Settings”.

assword is lost, this network camera must

3.5.1 Basic Configuration

You can see the device information in this information page.

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1) Users

User access control is enabled by default. An administrator can set up other users, by giving these
user names and passwords. It is also possible to allow anonymous viewer login, which means that
anybody may access the Live View page, as described below:

The user list display

s the authorized users and user groups (levels):

User Group Authority
Guest

Provides the lowest level of access, which only allows access to the
Live View page.
An operator can view the Live View page, create and modify

Operator

events, and adjust certain other settings. Operators have no access
to System Options.

Administrator

An administrator has unrestricted access to the Setup tools and can
determine the registration of all other users.

 Enable anonymous viewer login: Check the box to use the webcasting feat ures. Refer to

“3.5.2 Video & Image” for more details.

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2) Network

This network camera supports both IP version 4 and IP version 6. Both versions may be enabled
simultaneously, and at least one version must always be enabled. When using IPv4, the IP address for
this network camera can be set automatically via DHCP, or a static IP address can be set manually.
If IPv6 is enabled, this network camera will receive an IP address according to the configuration in the
network router. There is also the option of using Speco’s free Dyna mic DNS Service. For more
information on setting the Network, please see Setup> System>Security>Network.

•

Obtain IP address via DHCP - Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a protocol

that lets network administrators centrally manage and automate the assignment of IP
addresses on a network. DHCP is enabled by default. Although a DHCP server is mostly
used to set an IP address dynamically, it is also possible to use it to set a static, known IP
address for a particular MAC address.

• Use the following IP address - To use a static IP address for thi s network camera,
check the radio button and then set the following settings:

- IP address - Specify a unique IP address for your Network Camera.

- Subnet mask - Specify the mask for the subnet this network camera is located on.

- Default router - Specify the IP address of the default router (gateway) used for
connecting devices attached to different networks and network segments.

Notes:

1. If DHCP is used, Speco’s free DDNS service can be utilized. In the camera’s page in the web
browser, go to Settings/Network/DDNS to set it up.

2. The ARP/Ping service is automatically disabled two minutes after the unit is started, or

as soon as an IP address is set.

3. Pinging the unit is still possible when this service is disabled.

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3) Video & Image

•

Stream1 Setting

- Codec:

The codec settings are separated into MPEG4 and H.264.

H.264

video. This function offers higher video resolution than Motion JPEG or MPEG-4 at the same bit rate and
bandwidth, or the same quality video at a lower bit rate.

is also known as MPEG-4 Part 10. This is the new generation compression standard for digital

- Profile:

There are 4 pre-programmed stream profiles available for quick set-up.
Choose the form of video encoding you wish to use from the drop-down list:

* H.264 HP(High Profile): The primary profile for broadcast and disc storage applications,

particularly for high-definition television applications (for example, this is the profile
adopted by the Blu-ray Disc storage format and the DVB HDTV broadcast service).

* H.264 MP(Main Profile):

Primarily f

or low-cost applications that requires additional error robustness, this profile is
used rarely in videoconferencing and mobile applications, but it does add additional error
resilience tools to the Constrained Baseline Profile.

* H.264 BP(Baseline Profile):

Originally intended as the mainstream consumer profile for broadcast and storage
applications, the importance of this profile faded when the High profile was developed for
those applications.

* MPEG4 SP(Simple Profile):

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Mostly aimed for use in situations where low bit rate and low resolution are mandated by
other conditions of the applications, like network bandwidth, device size etc.

- Resolution:

It enables users to determine a basic screen size when having an access through the Web
Browser or PC program. The screen size control comes in seven modes like 1920x1080,
1280x720, 640x480, 352x240, and 320x240. Users can reset the selected screen size
anytime while monitoring the screen on a real-time basis.

- Bitrate control:

Limiting the maximum bit rate helps control the bandwidth used by the H.264 or MPEG-4
video stream. Leaving the Maximum bit rate as unlimited maintains consistently good image
quality but increases bandwidth usage when there is more activity in the image. Limiting the
bit rate to a defined value prevents excessive bandwidth usage, but images are lost when
the limit is exceeded.

Note that the maximum bit rate can be used for both variable and constant bit rates.

The bit rate can be set as Variable Bit Rate (VBR) or Constant Bit Rate (CBR). VBR adjusts
the bit rate according to the image complexity, using up bandwidth for increased activity in
the image, and less for lower activity in the monitored area.

CBR allows you to set a fixed target bitrate that consumes a predictable amoun t of
bandwidth. As the bit rate would usually need to increase for increased image activity, but in
this case cannot, the frame rate and image quality are affected negatively. To partly
compensate for this, it is possible to prioritize either the frame rate or the image quality
whenever the bit rate needs to be increased. Not setting a priority means the frame rat e and
image quality are equally affected.

- Frame rate:

Upon the real-time play, users should select a frame refresh rate per second. If the rate is
high, the image will become smooth. On the other hand, if the rate is low, the image will not
be natural but it can reduce a network load.

- GOP size:

Select the GOP(Group of Picture) size. If users want to have a high quality of fast image one
by one, please decrease the value. For the purpose of general monitoring, please do not
change a basic value. Such act may cause a problem to the system performance. For the
details of GOP setting, please contact the service center.

• Stream2 Setting

Sometimes the image size is large due to low light or complex scenery. Adjusting the frame rate
and quality helps to control the bandwidth and storage used by the Motion JPEG video stream in
these situations. Limiting the frame rate and quality optimizes bandwidth and storage usage, but
may give poor image quality. To prevent increased bandwidth and storage usage, the Resolution,
Frame rate, and Frame Quality should be set to an optimal value.

- JPEG resolution: Same as the Stream1 Setting.

- JPEG frame rate: Same as the Stream1 Setting.

- JPEG quality:

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Select the picture quality. If users want to have a high quality of fast image one by one,
decrease the value. For the purpose of general monitoring, do not change a basic value.
Such act may cause a problem to the system performance.

• Stream3 Setting

Same as the Stream1 Setting. Click the checkbox to activate the 3

rd

stream.

When satisfied with the settings, click Save, or click Reset to revert to previously saved settings.

4) Date & Time

•

Current Server Time

It displays the current date and time (24h clock). The time can be displayed in 12h clock format
in the overlay (see below).

• New Server Time

Select your time zone from the drop-down list. If you want the server clock to automatically
adjust for daylight savings time, select the “Automatically adjustment for daylight saving time
changes”.

From the Time Mode section, select the preferred method to use for setting the time:

- Synchronize with computer time: sets the time from the clock on your computer.

- Synchronize with NTP Server: This network camera will obtain the time from an NTP
server every 60 minutes.

- Set manually: this option allows you to manually set the time and date.

• Date & Time Format

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Specify the formats for the date and time (12h or 24h) displayed in the video streams.
Select Date & Time format from the drop-down list.

- Date Format: Specify the date format. YYYY: Year, MM: Month, DD: Day

- Time Format: Specify the date format. 24Hours or 12 Hours

3.5.2 Video & Image

 Basic

efer to “3.5.1 Basic Configuration > Video & Image” for more details.

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 Image

Image Appearance

•

This page provides access to the advanced image sett i ngs for This network camera.

- Brightness: The image brightness can be adjusted in the range 1-10, where a higher value
produces a brighter image.

- Contrast: The image contrast can be adjusted in the range 1-10.

- Saturation: Adjust the image's contrast by raising or lowering the value in this field.

- Hue: The image hue can be adjusted in the range 1-10.

- Sharpness: Controls the amount of sharpening applied to the image. A sharper image
might increase image noise especially in low light conditions. A lower setting reduces image
noise, but the image would be less sharp.

- Enable flip image: Check this box to flip the image.

- Enable mirror image: Check this box to mirror the image.

- Enable Noise Reduction: Check this box to reduce an image noise.

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 AE & AWB

Exposure control

•

This page provides access to the advanced exposure control settings for this network camera.

- Mode: Supports exposure modes to control the amount of light detected by the camera

sensor based on settings for light conditions. The default setting is Auto with DC-IRIS.

* Automatic: Automatically sets the amount of light detected by the DC-IRIS and AGC.

* Hold Current: Fixes the exposure at its current state.

- Value: Select a value in the drop-down list to tune the exposure. The default setting is 5.

- AGC: Select a value in the drop-down list to specify the level acc ording to the screen

luminance. The default setting is 30dB.

- Enable Backlight Compensation: Set this checkbox to activate the BLC operation.

- Flicker Mode - Provides the options for flicker.
* 50Hz: Select at 50 Hz environments.
* 60Hz: Select at 60 Hz environments.

- Enable Long Exposure: Set this checkbox to activate the electronic shutter of the camera.
* Max. Shutter: Select a shutter speed value in the drop-down list. The default setting is 1/15.

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• White Balance Control

This adjusts the relative amount of red, green and blue primary colors in the image so that the
neutral colors are reproduced correctly. The camera can be set to automatically adjust for the
type of light and compensate for its color. Alternatively, the type of light source can be set
manually.

From the drop-down list, select the white balance setting suitable for the lighting used for your
camera. The available options are:

- Automatic: Automatic identification and compensation for the light source color. This can be
used in most situations and is the recommended setting.

- Fixed Incandescent: Fixed color adjustment, ideal for a room with incandescent (a glow)
lighting and good for a normal color temperatur e around 2600K.

- Fixed Fluorescent: Fixed color adjustment; good for fluorescent lighting with a color
temperature around 4000K to 5000K.

- Fixed Outdoor: Fixed color adjustment for sunny, with a color temperature around 6500K to
7500K.

 Day & Night

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• Day & Night Control

Select the day/night mode from among three modes.

- Mode: Normally works in day mode. It switches automatically to night mode in a dark place.
* Automatic: Normally works in day mode. It switches automatically to night mode in a dark

place.
* Day: Always works in day mode.
* Night: Always works in night mode.

• Threshold

Select the day/night mode threshold.
* High: quickly changes to day mode, but slowly changes to night mode.

* Low: quickly changes to night mode, but slowly changes to day mode.

 Privacy Masking

The privacy masking function allows you to mask parts of the video image to be transmitted. You can
set up to eight privacy masks and the color of privacy masks is black.

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The privacy masks are configured by Mask windows. Each window can be selected by clicking with the
mouse. It is also possible to resize or delete, or move the window, by selecting the appropriate
window at the mouse menu on the video screen.

To cre

ate a mask window, follow steps:

1. Click the right button of mouse to see the mouse menu.

2. Select New Privacy Mask in the mouse menu.

3. Click and drag mouse to designate a mask window area.

You can also modify or delete a mask window index. Select an index and then, modify items or delete
button. Select “Enable” to activate the privacy masking function.

 Webcasting

This network camera can stream live video to a website. Copy the HTML code generated on the
screen and pastes it in page code of the website you want to display live video.

Note:
to “3.5.1 Basic Configuration > Users” for more details.

To use webcasting service, the Enable Anonymous viewer login option must be checked. Refer

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3.5.3 Event

1) Event-In

 On Boot

This i

s used to trigger the event every time this network camera is started. Select “Enable” to activate

the motion event.

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 Event In – Alarm In

This p

age allows you to configure the input supported by the camera. The Port can be given as
Normally Open or Normally Close state, and their Normal state can be configured.
An input will be inactive as long as its Normal state equals its Current state. The 2 options for Normal
state are NO (Normally Open) and NC (Normally Close). The input is activated when the Current state
changes so that it no longer equals the Normal state.

• Alarm In Port 1 Setting

Click the Enable alarm in port1 checkbox to enable the Alarm In port 1.

- Type: The default setting is NO.
* NO: Normally Open

As an example, if the Normal state for a pushbutton connected to an input is Open circuit, this
means that as long as the button is not pushed (and the Current state remains as Open circuit),
the state will be inactive.

* NC: Normally Close

When the button is pushed, the circuit is grounded, the input's state changes to Grounded circuit
and the input will no longer be in its normal state - it will have become active.

An input on the camera has an Open circuit when disconnected or when there is a voltage.

- Dwell time: The default setting is 60 seconds. Dwell time means how long time the alarm input

signal hold on as an input signaling source.

Click the Save button to save the settings, or click the Reset button to clear all of the information you
entered without saving it.

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 Manual Trigger

This

option makes use of the manual trigger button provided on the liv e view page, which are used to
start or stop the event type manually. Alternatively the event can be triggered via the product's API
(Application Programming Interface).

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 Motion

Moti

on detection is used to generate an alarm whenever movement occurs (or stops) in the video

image. A total of 8 Motion and/or Mask windows can be created and configured.

Motion is detected in defined Motion windows, which are placed in the video image to target specific
areas. Movement in the areas outside the motion windows will be ignored. If part of a motion window
needs to be masked, this can be configured in a Mask window.

• Pre-Viewer

Motion detection windows are configured by Motion or Mask windows. Each window can be

selected by clicking with the mouse. It is also possible to resize or delete, or move the window,

by selecting the appropriate window at the mouse menu on the video screen.

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To create a motion or mask window, follow steps:

1. Click the right button of mouse to see the mouse menu.

2. Select New Motion (or Mask) Window in the mouse menu.

3. Click and drag mouse to designate a motion area.

• Motion Detection Setting

The behavior for each window is defined by adjusting the Threshold and Sensitivity, as described

below.

A motion index is a set of parameters describing Window Name, Type, Threshold, Sensitivity, and

Dwell Time. Window Types is one of Motion and Mask windows.

- Threshold: Sets up the threshold for the motion detection.

- Sensitivity: Sets up the sensitivity for the motion detection.

- Dwell Time: Set the hold time an event lasts for the specified hold time from the point of
detection of a motion.

You can also modify or delete a motion index. Select an index and then, click the Modify or Delete
button.

Select “Enable” to activate the motion window.

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 Network Loss

This i

s used to trigger the event every time the network connection has failed. Select “Enable” to

activate the Network Loss event.

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2) Event-Out

 SMTP(E-Mail)

This n

etwork camera can be configured to send event and error email messages via SMTP (Simple

Mail Transfer Protocol).

• SMTP(E-Mail) Setting
Select “Enable” to activate the SMTP operation.

- Mail Server / Port: Enter the host names (or IP addresses) and port numbers for your
mail server in the fields provided, to enable the sending of notifications and image email
messages from the camera to predefined addresses via SMTP.

- Sender: Enter the email address to be used as the sender for all messages sent by the
Network Camera.

- Interval: Represents the frequency of the email notification when an event occurs.

- Aggregate events: Shows the maximum number of emails sent within each interval.

If your mail server requires authentication, check the box for Use authentication to log in to this

server and enter the necessary information.

- User Name/Password: Enter the User Name and Password as provided by your network
administrator or ISP (Internet Service Provider).

To ensure that the login procedure is performed as securely as possible when using SMTP
authentication, you must define the weakest authentication method allowed.

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- Login Method: Set the Weakest method allowed to the highest/safest method supported
by the mail server. The most secure method is listed in the drop-down list:
Login / Plain

• SMTP(E-Mail) Receiver

- Receiver: Enter an email address. You can also register the e-mail address of recipients up
to 8.

• SMTP(E-Mail) Test

- Receiver: Enter an email address and click the Test button to test that the mail servers are
functioning and that the email address is valid.

 FTP & JPEG

When

This network camera detects an event, it can record and save images to an FTP server. Images

can be sent as e-mail attachments. Check the box to enable the service.

• FTP Setting

- Server: Enter the server's IP address or host name. Note that a DNS server must be
specified in the TCP/IP network settings if using a host name.

- Port: Enter the port number used by the FTP server. The default is 21.

- Use passive mode: Under normal circumstances This network camera simply requests the

target FTP server to open the data connection. Checking this box issues a PASV command to
the FTP server and establishes a passive FTP connection; whereby This network camera
actively initiates both the FTP control and data connections to the target server. This is
normally desirable if there is a firewall between the camera and the target FTP server.

- Remote directory: Specify the path to the directory where the uploaded images will be
stored. If this directory does not already exist on the FTP server, there will be an error
message when uploading.

- User name/Password: Provide your log-in information.

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• JPEG Setting

- Pre-event: A pre-event buffer contains images from the time immediately preceding the
event trigger. These are stored internally in the server. This buffer can be very useful when
checking to see what happened to cause the event trigger.
Check the box to enable the pre-trigger buffer, enter the desired total length in seconds,
minutes or hours, and specify the required image frequency.

- Post-event: This function is the counterpart to the pre-trigger buffer described above and
contains images from the time immediately after the trigger. Configure as for pre-event.

- Prefix file name: This name will be used for all the image files saved. If suffixes are also
used, the file name will take the form <prefix>.<suffix>.<extension>

- Additional suffix: Add either a date/time suffix or, a sequence number - with or without a
maximum value

 HTTP Server

When

This network camera detects an event, HTTP Server is used to receive uploaded image files

and/or notification messages. Check the box to enable the service.

• HTTP Server Setting

- Name: The name of the HTTP event server. Use a descriptive name.

- URL: The network address to the server and the script that will handle the request.

For example: http://192.168.12.244/cgi-bin/upload.cgi

- User name/Password: Provide your log-in information.

• HTTP Server Test

When the setup is complete, the connection can be tested by clicking the Test button.

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 Event Out – Alarm Out

•

Enable alarm out

Click the Enable alarm out checkbox to enable the Alarm Out port.

Type: The default setting is NO.

-

* NO: Normally Open
* NC: Normally Close

Click the Save button to save the settings, or click the Reset button to clear all of the information you
entered without saving it.

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▼ Record

When thi
supplied) or NAS (Network Attached Device) as a storage device. Check the box to enable the service.

• Record Setting

- Overwrite: Click checkbox to overwrite the storage device.

- Pre-event: Enter pre-event time value for storage device pre-recording.

- Post-event: Enter post-event time value for storage device post-recording.

• Record Schedule

s network camera detects an event, it can record video stream in the Micro SD Memory (not

- Stream Type: You can select Stream1, Stream2, or Stream3.
* Stream1: H.264 or MPEG-4 data
* Stream2: MJPEG data
* Stream3: You can select VIDEO or IMAGE.

You can set the weekly recording schedule for each day. Drag or click area by a box unit at first.
Clicking the block toggles the recording between on and off.
Click the “All Select” button to set a schedule for the entire week or a whole day, respectively.

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• Device Setting

Select Device Type to be recorded in the drop-down list.

- SD: built-in SD card

- CIFS: A file format for a NAS device.

- NFS: A file format for a NAS device.

Note1: Common Internet File System (CIFS) is a remote file access protocol that forms the
basis for Windows file sharing, network printing, and various other network services. CIFS
requires a large number of request/response transactions and its performance degrades
significantly over high-latency WAN links such as the Internet.
Note2: Network File System (NFS) is a network file system protocol, allowing a user on a
client computer to access files over a network in a manner similar to how local storage is
accessed. NF
Procedure Cal

* Address: Enter IP address f
* Remote Directory: Enter directory or folder location to be recorded in the NAS device.

* Capacity: Enter the capacity of storage to be used. It must be less than the total storage

capacity.

* IP/Password: Enter ID and Password. This network camera will ask them whenever you

access NAS device.

* Check: Press the Check button to check the validity of Device Setting data.

• Format

Click the Format button to format SD card.

• Device Information

Show current SD card information.

S, like many other protocols, builds on the Open Network Computing Remote

l (ONC RPC) system.

or NAS device.

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▼ Event Notification

When thi
messages as a type of XML data format. Check the box to enable the service.

• Event Notification Setting

s network camera detects an event, Notification Server is used to receive notification

- Notification Server URL: The network address to the server and the script that will
handle the request.

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▼ Boost

The Boost feature is u
Framerate and Bitrate in the boost condition can be set to a different value than the ones in the
normal condition field. When an event is detected, the camera will boost the Framerate and Bitrate
from the normal condition to this boosted level for the duration of the event.

Check the box to enable the service.

• Boost Setting

You can set the condition in Normal and Boost mode.

- Boot Stream: Select a video stream for each condition in the drop-down list.

- Framerate: Select a frame refresh rate per second for each condition in the drop-down list.

- Bitrate control: Select VBR or CBR in the drop-down list in Normal Condition. You can’t
change it in Boost Condition.

- Bitrate: Select a value for each condition in the drop-down list.

sed in conjunction with event detection. When this feature is turned ON, the

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3) Event Map

The e

vent map allows you to change the settings and establish a schedule for each event trigger from

this network camera. You can register the event map up to max. 15.

Click Add button to make a new event map and you can see a popup window as below.

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• General

Enter the name for a new event map.

• Event In

Select an event type in the drop down list.

• Event Out

- E-mail: Select email addresses you want to send via email that an event has occurred.

- FTP: Select checkbox beside FTP to record and saves images to an FTP server when an

event has occurred.

- HTTP Server: It sends notification messages to an HTTP server that listens for these.
The destination server must first be configured on the Event In page. Enter a message
you want to send.

- Event Notification: It sends XML messages to an Notification server that listens for these.

The destination server must first be configured on the Event In page.

- Boost: when an event has occurred, the camera will boost the Framerate and Bitrate from

the normal condition to this boosted level for the duration of the event. Check the box to
enable the Function.

- Record: When This network camera detects an event, it can record video stream in the

Micro SD Memory (not supplied) or NAS (Network Attached Device) as a storage device.
Check the box to enable the Function.

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3.5.4 System

1) Information

You can enter the system information. This page is very useful when you refer device information
after installation.

•

Device Name Configuration

Enter the device name.

• Location Configuration

Enter the location information. You can enter that by four.

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2) Security

 Users

User acce
access. New users are authorized with user names and passwords, or the administrator can choose to
allow anonymous viewer login to the Live View page, as described below:

• User Setting

• User List Setting

ss control is enabled by default, when the administrator sets the root password on first

Check the box to enable anonymous viewer login to this network camera without the user
account. When using the user account, users have to try log-in at every access.

This section shows a registered user account. Enter a user name and password to be added, and
register them by pressing the Add button. You can see the pop-up window as below.

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 HTTPS

For greater security, thi
Protocol over SSL (Secure Socket Layer)). That is, all communication that would otherwise go via
HTTP will instead go via an encrypted HTTPS connection.

• HTTPS Connection Policy

Choose the form of connection you wish to use from the drop-down list for the administrator,
Operator and Viewer to enable HTTPS connection (set to HTTP by default).

- HTTP

- HTTPS

- HTTP & HTTPS

• Upload Certificate

To use HTTPS for communication with This network camera, An official certificate

issued by a CA (Certificate Authority) must be uploaded from your PC. Provide the path to the
certificate directly, or use the Browse button to locate it. Then click the Upload button.

Please refer to the home page of your preferred CA for information on where to send the request. For
more information, please see the online help.

s network camera can be configured to use HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer

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 IP Filtering

Checking the Enab
address entries may be specified (a single entry can contain multiple IP addresses). Click the Add
button to add new filtered addresses.
When the IP address filter is enabled, addresses added to the list are set as allowed or denied
addresses. All other IP addresses not in this list will then be allowed or denied access accordingly, that
is, if the addresses in the list are allowed, then all others are denied access, and vice versa. See also
the online help for more information.

Note that users from IP addresses that will be allowed must also be registered with the appropriate
access rights (Guest, Operator or Administrator). This is done from Setup> System>Security>Users.

le IP address filtering box enables the IP address filtering function. Up to 256 IP

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3) Date & Time

•

Current Server Time

It displays the current date and time (24h clock). The time can be displayed in 12h clock format
in the overlay (see below).

• New Server Time

Select your time zone from the drop-down list. If you want the server clock to automatically
adjust for daylight savings time, select “Automatically adjustment for daylight saving time
changes”.

From the Time Mode section, select the preferred method to use for setting the time:

- Synchronize with computer time: sets the time from the clock on your computer.

- Synchronize with NTP Server: This network camera will obtain the time from an NTP
server every 60 minutes.

- Set manually: this option allows you to manually set the time and date.

Note: Note that if using a host name for the NTP server, a DNS server must be configured under
TCP/IP settings.

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4) Network

Setting in r
can be established, along with setting for DDNS, uPnP, QoS, Zeroconfig, Bonjour and wireless.

egard to network can be executed. Settings for IP, DNS, Host Name, Port, and ARP/Ping

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 Basic

• IP Address Configuration:

- Obtain IP address via DHCP: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a protocol
that lets network administrators centrally manage and automate the assignment of IP
addresses on a network. DHCP is enabled by default. Although a DHCP server is mostly
used to set an IP address dynamically, it is also possible to use it to set a static, known
IP address for a particular MAC address.

- Use the following IP address: To use a static IP address for this network camera,
check the radio button and then make the following settings:
* IP address: Specify a unique IP address for your Network Camera.
* Subnet mask: Specify the mask for the subnet This network camera is located on.
* Default router: Specify the IP address of the default router (gateway) used for connecting
devices attached to different networks and network segments.

• IPv6 Address Configuration

Check this box to enable IPv6. Other settings for IPv6 are configured in the network router.

• DNS Configuration

DNS (Domain Name Service) provides the translation of host names to IP addresses on your
network.

- Obtain DNS Server via DHCP: Automatically use the DNS server settings provided by
the DHCP server. Click the View button to see the current settings.

- Use the following DNS server address to enter the desired DNS server by specifying the
following:
* Domain name: enter the domain(s) to search for the host name used by the Network
Camera. Multiple domains can be separated by semicolons (;). The host name is always the
first part of a Fully Qualified Domain Name, for example, my server is the host name in the
Fully Qualified Domain Name myserver.mycompany.com where mycompany.com is the
Domain name.
* DNS servers: enter the IP addresses of the primary and secondary DNS servers.

• Host Name Configuration

- Host Name: enter the host name to be used as device information in the client software or

SpecoManager.

• Services

- HTTP port: Enter a port to receive a service through the HTTP. Default Port Number is
‘80’.

- HTTPS port: Enter a port to receive a service through the HTTPS. Default Port Number is
‘443’.

- RTSP port: Enter a port to receive a service through the RTSP. Default Port Number is
‘554’.

• ARP/Ping Setting

- Enable ARP/Ping setting of IP address - The IP address can be set using the ARP/Ping
method, which associates the unit's MAC address with an IP address. Check this box to
enable the service.
Leave disabled to prevent unintentional resetting of the IP address.

• Gateway Priority

- Wireless: In case of network connection through the wireless AP

- Wire: In case of a wired network connection.

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 DDNS

•

DDNS(Dynamic Domain Name Service)

When using DHCP, IP addresses for cameras can constantly change within the network. With
Speco’s free DDNS service, user s can access This network camera even with a DHCP set ting.

- Enable DDNS: Check to enable the DDNS service.
* Username: Enter a unique name for the camera. If the name has already been registered
with Speco’s DDNS server, the registration will fail. If the name was not registered previously, it will be
successful.

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 RTP

Hav

e a setting for sending and receiving a video on a real-time basis. These setti ngs are the IP
address, port number, and Time-To-Live value to use for the media stream(s) in multicast H.264
format. Only certain IP addresses and port numbers should be used for multicast streams. For more
information, please see the online help.

• Port Range

- Start port: Enter a value between 30000 and 39920

- End port: Enter a value between 30000 and 39920

• Multicast

This function is for sending Video to Multicast group.

- Enable Multicast: Check the checkbox to enable multicast operation.

- Multicast destination IP: Enter an IP between 224.0.0.0 and 239.255.255.255. Although
it is empty, an IP will be entered automatically.

- RTP port: Enter a value between 1024 and 65530.

- RTP TTL: Enter a value between 1 and 255. If a network status is smooth, enter a lower
value. On the other hand, if a network status is poor, enter a higher value. When there are
many Network Cameras or users, a higher value may cause a heavy load to the network.
For a detailed setting, please consult with a network manager.

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 UPnP

This n

etwork camera includes support for UPnP™. UPnP™ is enabled by default, and This network

camera then is automatically detected by operating systems and clients that support this protocol.

Note: UPnP™ must be installed on your workstation if running Windows XP. To do this, open the
Control Panel from the Start Menu and select Add/Remove Programs. Select Add/Remove Windows
Components and open the Networking Services section. Click Details and then select UPnP™ as the
service to add.

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 QoS

Quality of Service (QoS) provides the means to guarantee a certain level of a specified resource to
selected traffic on a network. Quality can be defined as a maintained level of bandwidth, low latency,
and no packet losses.

The main benefits of a QoS-aware network are:

- The ability to prioritize traffic and thus allow critical fl ows to be served before flows with lesser

priority.

- Greater reliability in the network, thanks to the control of the amount of bandwidth an application

may use, and thus control over bandwidth races between applications.

•

DSCP Settings

For each type of network traffic supported by your network video product, enter a DSCP
(Differentiated Services Code Point) value. This value is used to mark the traffic’s IP header.
When the marked traffic reaches a network router or switch, the DSCP value in the IP header tell
the router or switch which type of treatment to apply to this type of traffic, for example, how
much bandwidth to reserve for it. Note that DSCP values can be entered in decimal or hex form,
but saved values are always shown in decimal.

The following types of traffic are marked:

- Live Stream DSCP:

- Event/Alarm DSCP:

- Management DSCP:

• Automatic Traffic Control

Set a limitation on user network resources by designating the maximum bandwidth.

- Maximum bandwidth: In case of sharing other network programs or equipment, it is
possible to set a limitation on the maximum bandwidth in the unit of Mbit/s or kbit/s.

- Auto frame rate: Selected if not influenced by a network-related program or equipment
without a limitation on the network bandwidth.

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 NAT Traversal
A broadband router allows devices on a private network (LAN) to share a single connection to the
Internet. This is done by forwarding network traffic from the private network to the “outside”, that is,
the Internet. Security on the private network (LAN) is increased since most broadband routers are
pre-configured to stop attempts to access the private network (LAN) from the public network/In ternet.

Use NAT traversal when your network cameras are located on an intranet (LAN) and you wish to
make it available from the other (WAN) side of a NAT router. With NAT traversal properly configured,
all HTTP traffic to an external HTTP port in the NAT router is forwarded to This network camera.

Notes:

- For NAT tr

- The broadband router has many different names:

“NAT router”, “Network router“, Internet Gateway”, “Broadband sharing device” or “Home
firewall” but the essential purpose of the device is the same.

aversal to work, this must be supported by the broadband router.

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• NAT traversal Settings

- Enable: when enabled, This network camera attempt to configure port mapping in a

NAT router on your network, using UPnP™. Note that UPnP™ must be enabled in the
Network Camera (see System>Network>UPnP).
* automatic setting: This network camera automatically search for NAT routers on your
network.
* manual setting: Select this option to manually select a NAT router and enter the external
port number for the router in the field provided.

Notes:

- If you attempt to manually enter a port that is already in use, an alert message will be displayed.

- When the port is selected automatically it is displayed in this field. To change this enter a new

port number and click Save.

 Zeroconfig

Zeroconfig allows this network camera to create and assign IP address for network cameras and
connect to a network automatically.

Zero configur
Internet Protocol (IP) network without manual operator intervention or special configuration servers.

Zero configur
automatically. Without zeroconf, a network administrator must set up services, such as Dynamic Host
Configuratio
network
Zeroconf is built on three core technologies:

ation networking (zeroconf), is a set of techniques that automatically creates a usable

ation networking allows devices such as computers and printers to connect to a network

n Protocol (DHCP) and Domain Name System (DNS), or configure each computer's

settings manually, which may be difficult and time-consuming.

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• Assignment of numeric network addresses for networked devices (link-local address auto

configuration)

• Automatic resolution and distribution of computer hostnames (multicast DNS)

• A

utomatic location of network services, such as printing devices through DNS service discovery.

 Bonj

This network camera includes support for Bonjour. When enabled, this network camera is
automatically detected by operating systems and clients that support this protocol.

Note: Bo
automatically discover each other on a network, without having to enter IP addresses or configure
DNS servers. Bonjour is a trademark of Apple Inc.

our

njour - Also known as zero-configuration networking, Bonjour enables devices to

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 VSAAS

VSaaS takes video monitoring into the cloud. VSAAS referred to as hosted or managed video services,
video from customer IP cameras or webcams is transmitted to the service provider’s secure cloud
infrastructure.

• VSAAS

- VSAAS Server URL: Enter the third-party server’s URL that uncovers external and internal

- Port: Enter the port number used by the VSAAS server. The default is 80.

Note:

Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) refers to hosted / Internet recording of security

camera video. VSaaS takes video monitoring into the cloud. Sometimes referred to as hosted or
managed video services, video from customer IP cameras or webcams is transmitted to the
service provider’s secure cloud infrastructure.

Configuration

address information.

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 Wireless (VIP2P1N model only)

Wireless settings must be the same as the access point or ad-hoc device. When changing the settings,
they should always be made first in the camera and then in the wireless access point. This ensures
that the camera is always accessible when making changes.

•

Network Select

This list is the result of a network scan. Access points with a disabled SSID Broadcast will not
appear unless the camera is linked to it. This network camera is currently linked to is shown in
blue. A network using unsupported security is shown in grey. The following information is
provided:

- SSID: The name of a wireless network (or ad-hoc device). If the same name occurs several

times this means that several acc ess points for that network were found. The camera cannot
be configured to only associate with one particular access point.

- Security: Shows which type of security the network uses. See below for the security types

supported by the camera.

- Signal Level: Shows the signal strength.

This network Camera has three security options:

• WPA-/WPA2-PSK

• WPA-/WPA2-Enterprise

• WEP

WPA-/WPA2-Enterprise is more secure than WPA-/WPA2-PSK, which in turn is more secure than
WEP.

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5) Language

It will be able to select a user language. The type of language it will be able to select is the English,
the French, the German, the Spanish and the Italian.

6) Maintenance

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• Maintenance

- Restart: The unit is restarted without changing any of the settings. Use this method if the
unit is not behaving as expected.

- Reset: The unit is restarted and most current settings are reset to factory default values.
The settings that are not affected are:
* the boot protocol (DHCP or static)
* the static IP address
* the default router
* the subnet mask
* the system time

- Default: The default button should be used with caution. Pressing this will return all of the
Network Camera's settings to the factory default values (including the IP address).

• Upgrade

Carry out the upgrade by importing an upgrade file and pressing the Upgrade button. During the
upgrade, do not turn off the power of this network camera. And try an access again after waiting
five minutes or longer.

• Backup

Save a setting value that users enter to this network camera, to a user PC.

• Restore

Import and apply a setting value saved to a user PC.

Note: Backup and Restore can only be used on the same unit running the same firmware. This
feature is not intended for multi-configurations or for firmware upgrades.

7) Support

The support page provides valuable information on troubleshooting and contact information, should
you require technical assistance.

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• Logs

This network camera support system log inf ormation. Click the System Log button to get the log
data.

• Reports

- Server Report: Click the Server Report button to get the important information about the
server’s status and should always be included when requesting support.

- Parameter List: Click the Parameter List button to see the unit’s parameters and their
current settings.

• Health Check

- System Check: Click the System Check button to get the important information about the
camera’s system resources.

- Media Check: Click the Media Check button to get the information about the camera’s video and
audio stream.

- Networks Check: Click the Network Check button to get the information about the cam era’s
network setting and traffic. You can see the pop-up window below.

- Hardware Check: Click the Hardware Check button to diagnose the camera’s hardware like video.

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3.6 Playback

The Playback window contains a list of recordings made to the memory card. It shows each recording's start time,
length, the event type used to start the recording, calendar and time slice bar indicates if the recording is existed
or not.

The descripti

(1) Video Screen

You can see the video screen when playing the video clip in the Micro SD memory

(2) Playback Buttons

To view a recording data in the SD local storage, select it from the list and click the Playback buttons.

Go to the first: go to the beginning of the video clip.

F

Backward play: play backward of the video clip.
Step backward play: go back one frame of the video clip.

P

Step forward play: go forward one frame of the video clip.
Forward Play: play forward the video clip.
Fast forward play: play fast forward of the video clip.
Step forward play: go forward one frame of the video clip.

on of playback window follows.

ast backward play:

ause: pause playback of the video clip.

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Clip copy: copy the video clip.
Zoom In: zoom in the video clip
Full Screen: display full screen of the video.

(3) Time Chart

Display an hour-based search screen for the chosen date. If there is recording data, a blue section will
be displayed on a 24-hour basis.

(4) Search Calendar

Search results from the SD local storage in This network camera connected are displayed monthly. If
there is a recorded data for a particular date, a blue square on the date will be displayed.

(5) Play Time
Displays time of the video playing.

(6) Event Search Window

Select a search option in the drop-down list and click GO button. You can also enter the time period
for searching. If you click Start Date or End Date zone, displays Search Calendar.

vent List Window

(7) E

Event List displays the event(s) that were recorded in the SD local storage. Select a list and click the
play button. The video clip will be played.

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3.7 Help

The Help information window will be provided as a popup window so that users can open and read it
without a need for log-in. It will offer a description on setting and Help page by which users can
manipulate This network camera without a ref erence to the manual.

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3.8 Resetting to the factory default settings

To reset this network camera to the original factory settings, g o to the Setup>System> Maintenance
web page (described in “3.5.4 System > Maintenance”) or use the Reset button on This network
camera, as described below

•

Using the Reset Button

Follow the instructions below to reset this network camera to the factory default settings using
the Reset button.

1. Switch off this network camera by disconnecting the power adapter.

2. Press and hold the Reset button with a straightened paperclip while reconnecting the power.

3. Keep the Reset button pressed during about 2 seconds.

4. Release the Reset button.

5. This network camera resets to factory defaults and restarts after completing the factory
reset.

Caution: When performing a Factory Reset, you will lose any settings you have saved.

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4. Appendix

4.1 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting if problems occur, verify the installation of this network camera with the instructions
in this manual and with other operating equipment. Isolate the problem to the specific piece of
equipment in the system and refer to the equipment manual for further information.

Problems/Symptoms Possible Causes or Corrective Actions

The camera cannot be accessed
by some clients.
The camera works locally, but
not externally.

Poor or intermittent network
connection.

The camera cannot be accessed
via a host name.

Not possible to log in.
No image using Refresh and/or

slow updating of images.
Images only shown in black &
white.
Blurred images. Refocus the camera.

Poor image quality.
Rolling dark bands or flickering

in image.
H.264 not displayed in the
client.

Multicast H.264 not displayed in
the client.

Multicast H.264 only accessible
by local clients.

Color saturation is different in
H.264 and Motion JPEG.

Video cannot be recorded.

If using a proxy server, try disabling the proxy setting in your
browser. Check all cabling and connectors.
Check if there are firewall settings that need to be adjusted.
Check if there are router settings that need to be configured.
If using a network switch, check that the port on that device
uses the same setting for the network connection type
(speed/duplex).

Check that the host name and DNS server settings are correct.
When HTTPS is enabled, ensure that the correct protocol (HTTP

or HTTPS) is used. When attempting to log in, you may need to
manually type in http or https in the browser's address bar.
If images are very complex, try limiting the number of clients
accessing the camera.

Check the Video & Image setting.

Increased lighting can often improve image quality. Check that
there is sufficient lighting at the monitored location. Check all
image and lighting settings.
Try adjusting the Exposure Control setting under AE and AWB
part.
Check that the correct network interface is selected in the Video
& Image/Stream.
Check with your network administrator that the multicast
addresses used by the camera are valid for your network. Check
that the Enable multicast checkbox are enabled in the
System/Network/RTP tab. Checks with your network
administrator to see if there is a firewall preventing viewing.
Check if your router supports multicasting, or if the router
settings between the client and the server need to be configured.
The TTL value may need to be increased.
Modify the settings for your graphics adapter. Please see the
adapter's documentation for more information.
Check that the SD Card is inserted properly.
Check that the SD Card is formatted properly.

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4.2 Alarm Connection

The following connection diagram gives an example of how to connect a network camera.

4.3 Preventive Maintenance

Preventive maintenance allows detection and correction of minor that faults before they become
serious and cause equipment failure.

Every three-month, perform the following maintenance.

1. Inspect all connection cables for deterioration or other damage.

2. Clean components with a clean damp cloth.

3. Verify that all the mounting hardware is secure.

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4.4 Product Specification

Image sensor 1/2.8” Progressive scan RGB CMOS

C

Active Array 1920(H) x 1080(V)

A

Lens Fixed 3.7mm Lens, F1.8

M
E

Angle of View

R

Min. illumination 1.6 Lux

A

Shutter Speed 1/20,000 ~ 1/30 (Slow shutter 1/15, 1/8 and 1/4)

Video Compression

Video Streaming

Video Resolutions 1920x1080 ~ 320x240
Frame Rate 30fps @ 1920x1080, 30fps @ 1280x720

Protocol

Security

N
E

Max. Connection 10

T

W

API Programming Interface

O
R

Alarm IN / OUT

K

Alarm Events
Video Buffering Pre and Post Alarm

Motion Detection Yes, m ax. 8 programmable zone
Network Time Synchronization Yes
SD Recording Yes, Continuous/Event
Software Reset Yes
Factory Reset Yes, Button/Web browser
Auto Recovery Yes
Installation Tool SpecoManager, Speco VMS
Upgrade Web browser, SpecoManager, Speco VMS
Video out (CVBS) Yes, with AD Key (not supplied)

Ethernet

G
E

Operating Temperature -10°C ~ 40°C

N

Operation Humidity 0~80% (non-condensing)

E

Power Consumption

R
A

Dimensions (H x D)

L

Unit Weight 8.03 oz

89.0°(H) x 46.0(V)

-. Motion JPEG

-. MPEG-4 Part2

-. H.264 (MPEG-4 Part 10)

-. Profiles: H.264 HP, MP, and BP, MPEG-4 SP
Simultaneously H.264(or MPEG-4) and MJPEG
Controllable Frame Rate and Bandwidth VBR/CBR H.264 and
MPEG-4

TCP/IP, UDP, IPv4/v6, HTTP, HTTPS, QoS, FTP, uPnP, RTP,
RTSP, RTCP, DHCP, ARP, Zeroconf, Bonj our
Multi-user authority, HTTPS, IP Filtering, Privacy Zone
Wireless: WEP, WPA-PSK , WPA2
WPS: Software WPS setup (VIP2P1N model only)

API Supported,
Open Platform Compatible: ONVIF
IN : 1 Ext input, Motion Detection, Manual Trigger
OUT : 1 Ext output

-. File upload via FTP and HTTP

-. Notification via E-mail, HTTP and TCP

RJ-45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
Built-in IEEE 802.11b/g/n wireless LAN

DC 12V 375mA, 4.5W / PoE 93mA, 4.5W
Power over Ethernet IEEE 802.3af Class0

2.15” x 4.53”

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System Requirement for Web Browser

Operating System: Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows ME, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft
Windows XP, or Microsoft Windows Vista
CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo 2Ghz or higher, 1GB RAM or more, 10GB free disk or higher
VGA: AGP, Video RAM 32MB or higher (1024x768, 24bpp or higher)

General performance considerations

When setting up your system, it is important to consider how various settings and situations will affect
performance. Some factors affect the amount of bandwidth (the bit rate) required, others can affect
the frame rate, and some affect both. If the load on the CPU reaches its maximum, this will also affect
the frame rate.

The following factors are among the most important to consider:

-. High image resolutions and/or lower compression levels (or high bitrates) result in larger images.
Frame rate and Bandwidth affected.

-. Accessing both Motion JPEG and H.264 video streams simultaneously. Frame rate and bandwidth
affected.

-. Heavy network utilization due to poor infrastructure. Frame rate and Bandwidth affected.

-. Heavy network utilization via wireless router due to poor infrastructure. Frame rate and bandwidth
affected.

-. Viewing on poorly performing client PCs lowers perceived performance. Frame rate affected.

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VIP2P1N / VIP2P1

HD Mini Dome

Network Camera

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