Vista VK2-600PTZ Configuration And User Manual

Configuration and User manual

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

EXPLANATION OF GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral 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 to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instruction in the literature

WARNING

CAUTION

accompanying the product.

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CE COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

WARNING

THIS IS A CLASS A PRODUCT. IN A DOMESTIC ENVIRONMENT THIS PRODUCT MAY CAUSE RADIO INTERFERENCE IN WHICH CASE THE USER MAY BE REQUIRED TO TAKE ADEQUATE MEASURES.

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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.

13. 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 BY QUALIFIED

SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT PERFORM ANY SERVICING OTHER THAN THAT CONTAINED IN THE OPERATING 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.

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 — Introduction........................................................................................................... 1

1.1 Features ............................................................................................................................................. 1

Chapter 2 — Installation and Configuration ......................................................................... 2

2.1 Package Contents ........................................................................................................................... 2

2.2 Installation ......................................................................................................................................... 3

2.3 Basic Configuration of Dome Camera System ........................................................................ 5

2.4 Connections ...................................................................................................................................... 6

2.5 IP Assignment .................................................................................................................................. 7

2.6 Getting Started ................................................................................................................................. 8

Chapter 3 — Operation by Web Browser .............................................................................. 9

3.1 Access from a browser .................................................................................................................. 9

3.2 Access from the internet ............................................................................................................. 10

3.3 Setting the admin password over a secure connection ...................................................... 10

3.4 Live View Page ............................................................................................................................... 10

3.5 Network Camera Setup ................................................................................................................ 12

3.5.1 Basic Configuration ............................................................................................................... 13

1) Users .......................................................................................................................... 13

2) Network ...................................................................................................................... 14

3) Video & Image ........................................................................................................... 15

4) Audio .......................................................................................................................... 17

5) Date & Time ............................................................................................................... 18

3.5.2 Video & Image ......................................................................................................................... 19

3.5.3 Audio ......................................................................................................................................... 20

3.5.4 Event .......................................................................................................................................... 20

1) Event-In ...................................................................................................................... 20

2) Event-Out ................................................................................................................... 24

3) Event Map .................................................................................................................. 30

3.5.5 System ...................................................................................................................................... 31

1) Information ................................................................ ................................................ 31

2) Security ...................................................................................................................... 32

3) Date & Time ............................................................................................................... 35

4) Network ...................................................................................................................... 36

5) Language ................................................................................................................... 43

6) Maintenance .............................................................................................................. 44

7) Support ...................................................................................................................... 45

3.6 PTZ Control ..................................................................................................................................... 46

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3.7 Help ................................................................................................................................................... 47

3.8 Resetting to the factory default settings ................................................................................. 48

3.9 System Requirement for Web Browser ................................................................................... 48

Chapter 4 — Program and Operation (RS485 telemetry) ................................................ 49

4.1 How to control the On-Screen Menu ........................................................................................ 49

4.2 Accessing the On-Screen Menu ................................................................................................ 49

4.3 Auto Scan ........................................................................................................................................ 50

4.4 Preset ................................................................................................................................................ 51

4.5 Quick setting a Preset .................................................................................................................. 54

4.6 Tour ................................................................................................................................................... 54

4.7 Pattern (Learn Tour) ...................................................................................................................... 55

4.8 Area Title .......................................................................................................................................... 56

4.9 Privacy Zone .................................................................................................................................. 57

4.10 Camera Menu ................................................................................................................................ 58

• FOCUS CONTROL ....................................................................................................... 58

• WB (White Balance) CONTROL ................................ .................................................. 59

• AE CONTROL ................................................................................................ .............. 59

• DNR CONTROL ............................................................................................................ 60

• LINE LOCK CONTROL ................................................................................................ 60

4.11 Dome Setup .................................................................................................................................. 61

• LANGUAGE SETUP ..................................................................................................... 61

• HOME FUNCTION SETUP ................................ ........................................................... 61

• OSD DISPLAY .............................................................................................................. 62

• VIEW ANGLE SETUP ................................................................................................... 63

• INITIALIZE DATA ......................................................................................................... 64

• ORIGIN OFFSET .......................................................................................................... 65

• DOME RESET .............................................................................................................. 66

• SYSTEM MENU ............................................................................................................ 66

• SYSTEM INFORMATION ............................................................................................. 68

4.12 Factory Setup ............................................................................................................................... 68

5 Dome Communication (RS485 Addressing etc) ....................................................................... 69

Appendix A — Specifications ................................................................................................. 70

Appendix B — Troubleshooting............................................................................................. 73

Appendix C — Glossary ........................................................................................................... 73

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Chapter 1 — Introduction

1.1 Features

Dual video streams simultaneously at full frame rate in all resolutions up to D1 (720X480 in

NTSC, 720X576 in PAL) using Motion JPEG and H.264 (or MPEG-4). Built-in 22:1 optical zoom with True Day/Night operation. Intelligent capabilities such as enhanced video motion detection. The encoder‘s external inputs

and outputs can be connected to devices such as sensors and relays, enabling the system to

react to alarms and activate lights or open/close doors. Supports two-way audio. Logs all user access, and lists currently connected users. Also, full frame rate video can be

provided over HTTPS. Interface Protocol: TCP/IP, UDP, IPv4/v6, HTTP, HTTPS, QoS, FTP, SNMP, uPnP, RTP,

RTSP, RTCP, DHCP, ARP. 120 Preset positions with the individual Camera AE setup. 4 Tours consist of Presets, Patterns, Auto Scans and other Tours can be programmed with

over 150 functions and Preset locations. While moving, each Preset scan can be watched in

smooth Vector Scan mode. 4 Auto Scans with the normal, the vector, and the random mode and the Endless Auto-Pan

with 13 speed steps. 4 Patterns (up to 200 second) and 4 Privacy Zones. 8 Area Titles. 1 Alarm input / 1 Alarm output (TTL ON/OFF) Variable speed from 0.1 /sec to 380 /sec.

Three Variable speed (SLOW, NORMAL, TURBO).

Turbo speed is 380 /sec with Ctrl key pressed. Pan / Tilt speed is inversely proportional to the zoom ratio with the option. Maximum speed is 380 /sec when Preset command. Auto Calibration from 0.1 to 6 (Tilt range is 0 to 180 ). Programmable user preferences (alarm, preset, title, etc.). 180 Digital Flip. Up to 255 selectable camera addresses. Multi-language Menu Display, Password Confirmation. Function Run menu using DVR without function key (Pattern, Scan,..) Built-in RS-485 receiver driver. 12VDC or PoE operation. Use a Certified/Listed Class 2 power supply only.

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Chapter 2 — Installation and Configuration

2.1 Package Contents

VK2-600PTZ is design to be a compact, ,vandal resistant dome camera. The housing is constructed of aluminum, steel and plastic. The housing is designed to be mounted both wall and ceiling type. The housing meets the Protection Classification IP66 standards for dust and moisture resistance.

* Dome Camera ................................................................1

* Software / Manual CD ...................................................1

* Template sheet ..............................................................1

* Accessory kit .................................................................1

1) Mounting screws (PH6 x 35.0) ..........(4)

2) Plastic anchors ..................................(4)

3) O-Rings .............................................(4)

4) Torx wrench .......................................(1)

* Accessory connector ....................................................1

1) 2Pin Terminal Block ...........................(1)

2) 3Pin Terminal Block ...........................(1)

3) 6Pin Terminal Block ...........................(1)

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2.2 Installation

VK2-600PTZ is for use in surface mounting applications and the mounting surface should be capable of supporting loads up to 3.5lb (1.6kg). VK2-600PTZ‘s base should be attached to a structural object, such as hard wood, wall stud or ceiling rafter that supports the weight of VK2-600PTZ.

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CAUTION: Before installing the bracket to surface, adjust the four mounting screws "A" on the base of the dome camera to best match the mounting bracket locked position. Unscrew the locking screw on the side of the dome's base and fit the tab of the mounting bracket into the locking slot. Screws "A" should not be too tight or too loose when the dome is in the locked position. After setting the proper positions of screws "A" remove the mounting bracket and install it to the proper surface. If it is too difficult to lock the dome in position after the mounting bracket has been installed readjust the screws "A" by unscrewing them a small amount and try to install dome camera again.

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2.3 Basic Configuration of Dome Camera System

No.

Wire Color

Description

Red: 12V DC+ White: 12V DC-

Main Power: 2pin terminal

Pink, Brown

Heater Power(Option): 3pin terminal

Black: GND Gray: Alarm Input Yellow: GND Black&White: Alarm Output Green: RS485+ Blue: RS485-

Alarm Input/Output, RS485: 6pin terminal

Black

Ethernet: RJ45 Modular Jack

Yellow

Video Composite Output: BNC Jack

Red

Audio line output: RCA Jack

White

Audio line input: RCA Jack

VK2-600PTZ must be installed by qualified service personnel in accordance with all local electrical and building codes.

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2.4 Connections

• Connecting to the RJ-45 Connect a standard RJ-45 cable to the network port of VK2-600PTZ. Generally a cross-over

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

• Connecting Alarms AI (Alarm In)

You can use external devices to signal VK2-600PTZ to react on events. Mechanical or electrical switches can be wired to the AI (Alarm In) and G (Ground) connectors.

See ―4.5.4 Event > 1) Event-In > Alarm In‖ for configuring alarm input.

G (Ground) NOTE: All the connectors marked G or GND are common.

Connect the ground side of the alarm input and/or alarm output to the G (Ground) connector. AO (Alarm Output) VK2-600PTZ can activate external devices such as buzzers or lights. Connect the device to the

AO (Alarm Out) and G (Ground) connectors. See ―4.5.4 Event > 2) Event-Out > Alarm Out‖ for configuring alarm output.

• Connecting to the RS485 VK2-600PTZ can be controlled remotely by an external device or control system, such as a

control keyboard, using RS485 half-duplex serial communications signals.

• Connecting Video out connector Connect the video out (BNC) connector to the monitor or video input.

• Connecting the Power

Connect the power of DC12V 1.2A for VK2-600PTZ. When using a DC 12V adapter, connector the positive(+) pole to the ‗+‘ position and the

negative(-) pole to the ‗-‗ position. Use satisfy clause 2.5 of IEC60950-1/UL60950-1 or Certified/Listed Class 2 power source only.

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2.5 IP Assignment

When VK2-600PTZ, encoder or decoder is first connected to the network it has no IP address. So, it is necessary to allocate an IP address to the device with the ―SmartManager‖ utility on the CD.

1. Connect VK2-600PTZ / device to the network and power up.

2. Start SmartManager utility (All programs > NautilusClient16 > SmartManager), the main window will be displayed, after a short while any network devices connected to the network will be displayed in the list.

3. Select VK2-600PTZ on the list and click right button of the mouse. You can see the pop-up menu as below.

4. Select Assign IP Address. You can see Assign IP window. Enter the required IP address.

Note: For more information, refer to the Smart Manger User‘s Manual.

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2.6 Getting Started

Once installed apply power to VK2-600PTZ. It will start a configuration sequence.

OSD Position

The dome can move the OSD position in the OSD position setup.

(AREA TITLE) (AF AE) (FUNC TITLE )

(CTRL KEY TO MOVE)

SAVE AND EXIT(ESC TO CANCEL)

(ALARM MESSAGE) (DOME ID…) (ANGLE…)

OSD Position Setup

001 AF AE

EMPTY DATA

DOMEID:0001

ALARM:1 W→360.0,090.0

INFORMATION DISPLAY

FUNCTION UNDER RUNNING

ALARM DISPLAY

CAMERA TITLE

CAMERA ID

VIEW DIRECTION

PAN & TILT ANGLE

PRESET TITLE AREA TITLE

STATUS of FOCUS and AE

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Chapter 3 — Operation by Web Browser

The VK2-600PTZ 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 (Internet Explorer).

2) Enter the IP address or host name of the 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.

4) The encoder‘s Live View page appears in your browser.

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3.2 Access from the internet

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

For more information, please see NAT traversal (port mapping) for IPv4, on ―4.5.5 System > 4) Network > NAT traversal‖.

3.3 Setting the admin password over a secure connection

To gain access to the product, the password for the default administrator user must be set. This is done in the ―Admin Password‖ dialog, which is displayed when the network camera is accessed for the setup at the first time. Enter your admin name and password, set by the administrator.

Note: The default administrator username and password is ―admin‖. If the password is lost, the

network camera must be reset to the factory default settings. See ―4.8 Resetting to the factory default settings‖ for more details.

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 Setup > System > Security > HTTPS, on ―4.5.5 System > 2) 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.

3.4 Live View Page

The live view page comes in seven screen modes like 704x576(480), 704x288(240), 352x288(240), 176x144(120), 640x480, 320x240 and 160x120. Users are allowed to select the most suitable one out of those modes. Please, adjust the mode in accordance with your PC specifications and monitoring purposes.

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1) General controls

The video drop-down list allows you to select a customized or pre-

programmed video stream on the live view page. Stream profiles are configured under Setup > Basic Configuration > Video & Image. See ―4.5.1 Basic Configuration‖ for more information.

The resolution drop-down list allows you to select the most suitable one

out of video resolutions to be displayed on live view page.

The protocol drop-down list allows you to select which combination of

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

The preset drop-down list allows you to select the preset number for the

PTZ camera being used. This icon is inactivated if the PTZ settings are not set.

2) Control toolbar

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

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

the start and stop. The Start button connects to the network camera or start playing a

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

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

screen view.

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

event.

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The Camera Menu button activates a pop-up window for camera menu control.

The PTZ button activates a pop-up window for Pan, Tilt and Zoom control.

Use this scale to control the volume of the speakers.

Use this scale to control the volume of the microphone.

Use this scale to control the volume of the speakers and microphones.

3) Camera Menu controls

If the network camera has been appropriately configured, the Live View page displays the controls available for the OSD menu. For more information, please see ―Chapter 3 — Program and Operation‖.

4) Pan/Tilt/Zoom controls

If the network camera has been appropriately configured, the Live View page displays the controls available for the PTZ (Pan Tilt Zoom) or PT device installed. The administrator can enable/disable the controls for specified users.

Please see ―4.6 PTZ Control‖ for more information.

5) Video and Audio Streams

The 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 the 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.

3.5 Network Camera Setup

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

You can configure the 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.

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

Note: If the password is lost, the network camera must be reset to the factory default settings.

See ―4.8 Resetting to the Factory Default Settings‖.

3.5.1 Basic Configuration

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 displays 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.

Operator

An operator can view the Live View page, create and modify 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 features.

Refer to ―4.5.2 Video & Image‖ for more details.

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2) Network

The network camera support 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 the video encoder can be set automatically via DHCP, or a static IP address can be set manually. If IPv6 is enabled, the video encoders receive an IP address according to the configuration in the network router. There is also the option of using the Internet Dynamic DNS Service. For more information on setting the network, please see Setup > System > Network, on ―4.5.5 System > 4) 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 the 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 the 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. DHCP should only be enabled if using dynamic IP address notification, or if your DHCP server can update a DNS server, which then allows you to access the network camera by name (host name). If DHCP is enabled and you cannot access the unit, you may have to reset it to the factory default settings and then perform the installation again.

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

• Video Setting:

- Codec: The codec settings are separated into MPEG4 and H.264.

H.264 is also known as MPEG-4 Part 10. This is the new generation compression standard for digital 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.

- 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 MP(Main Profile): Primarily for low-cost applications that requires additional

error robustness, this profile is used rarely in videoconferencing and mobile applications, it does add additional error resilience tools to the Constrained Baseline Profile. The importance of this profile is fading after the Constrained Baseline Profile has been defined.

* H.264 BP(Base 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): 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.

* MPEG4 ASP(Advanced Simple Profile): Its notable technical features relative to the

Simple Profile, which is roughly similar to H.263, including "MPEG"-style quantization, interlaced video, B pictures (also known as B Frames), Quarter Pixel motion compensation (Qpel), Global motion compensation (GMC).

- 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 4CIF(704x576(480)), 2CIF(704x288(240)), CIF(352x288(240)), QCIF(176x144(120)), VGA(640x480), QVGA(320x240), and QQVGA(160x120). Users can reset the selected screen size anytime while monitoring the screen on a real-time basis.

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- 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 amount 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 rate and image quality are equally affected.

- Compression: When it is necessary to adjust a smooth transmission status according to network situations, users can increase the compressibility to carry out the network transmission stably. On the other hand, when it is necessary to maintain a detailed monitoring screen by enhancing the image quality, users can do so by decreasing the compressibility. In ease case, please adjust this function according to the network status and monitoring purposes. The default is 2000(Kbps).

- 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.

• Image 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 video settings.

- JPEG frame rate: Same as the video settings.

- JPEG quality: Select the picture quality. 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.

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

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4) Audio

The network camera can transmit audio to other clients using an external microphone and can play audio received from other clients by attaching a speaker. The Setup page has an additional menu item called Audio, which allows different audio configurations, such as, full duplex, and simplex.

• Audio Setting:

- Enable audio: Check the box to enable audio in the video stream.

- Compression type: Select the desired audio Compression format, G726.

- Sample rate: Select the required Sample rate (number of times per second the sound is

sampled). The higher the sample rate, the better the audio quality and the greater the bandwidth required.

- Sound bitrate: Depending on the selected encoding, set the desired audio quality (bitrate). The settings affect the available bandwidth and the required audio quality.

• Audio Input:

Audio from an external line source can be connected to the RCA Jack I/O of the network camera.

- Input volume: If there are problems with the sound input being too low or high, it is possible to adjust the input gain for the microphone attached to the network camera.

• Audio Output:

- Enable full duplex: Check the box to enable Full Duplex mode. It means that you can

transmit and receive audio (talk and listen) at the same time, without having to use any of the controls. This is just like having a telephone conversation.

This mode requires that the client PC has a sound card with support for full-duplex audio.

Uncheck the box enable Simplex mode. The simplex mode only transmits audio from the network camera to any web client. It does not receive audio from other web clients.

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- Output volume: If the sound from the speaker is too low or high it is possible to adjust the output gain for the active speaker attached to the network camera.

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

5) 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: the video encoder will obtain the time from an NTP

server every 60 minutes.

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

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3.5.2 Video & Image

1) Basic

Refer to ―4.5.1 Basic Configuration > 3) Video & Image‖ for more details.

2) Webcasting – Channel1

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

Note: To use webcasting service, the Enable Anonymous viewer login option must be

checked. Refer to ―3.5.1 Basic Configuration > 1) Users‖ for more details.

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Vista VK2-600PTZ Configuration And User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual