Vivotek FD8131 User Manual

Fixed Dome

FD8131

Network Camera

User’s Manual

Vari-focal • Compact Design • Micro SD/SDHC

Rev. 1.0

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Table of Contents

Overview........................................................................................................................................4

Revision History ...................................................................................................................................... 4

Read Before Use ..................................................................................................................................... 5

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

Symbols and Statements in this Document ............................................................................................. 5

Physical Description ................................................................................................................................ 6

Installation ............................................................................................................................................... 7

Network Deployment ............................................................................................................................... 9

Software Installation .............................................................................................................................. 12

Ready to Use ......................................................................................................................................... 13

Completion ............................................................................................................................................ 15

Accessing the Network Camera ..................................................................................................16

Using Web Browsers ............................................................................................................................. 16

Using RTSP Players .............................................................................................................................. 19

Using 3GPP-compatible Mobile Devices ............................................................................................... 20

Using VIVOTEK Recording Software .................................................................................................... 21

Main Page ...................................................................................................................................22

Client Settings .............................................................................................................................27

Conguration ...............................................................................................................................29

System > General settings .................................................................................................................... 30

System > Homepage layout ................................................................................................................. 32

System > Logs ...................................................................................................................................... 35

System > Parameters ........................................................................................................................... 36

System > Maintenance .......................................................................................................................... 37

Media > Image .................................................................................................................................... 41

Media > Video ....................................................................................................................................... 46

Media > Video ....................................................................................................................................... 47

Network > General settings ................................................................................................................... 51

Network > Streaming protocols ........................................................................................................... 58

Network > SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) .................................................................. 66

Security > User Account ........................................................................................................................ 67

Security > HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL) ........................................................68

Security > Access List ......................................................................................................................... 73

PTZ > PTZ settings ............................................................................................................................... 78

Event > Event settings........................................................................................................................... 82

Applications > Motion detection............................................................................................................. 95

Applications > DI and DO ...................................................................................................................... 98

Applications > Tampering detection ...................................................................................................... 98

Recording > Recording settings ........................................................................................................... 99

Local storage > SD card management ................................................................................................ 104

Local storage > Content management ................................................................................................ 105

Appendix ...................................................................................................................................108

URL Commands for the Network Camera ........................................................................................... 108

Technical Specications ......................................................................................................................155

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Technology License Notice .......................................................................................................................156

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) .......................................................................................................157

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Overview

VIVOTEK FD8131 is an easy-to-use xed dome network camera specically designed for indoor

security applications with a compact, stylish housing. Equipped with a 1MP sensor enabling viewing resolution of 1280x800 at 30 fps, users need look no further for an all-in-one camera capable of capturing high quality HD video.

This camera supports the industry-standard H.264 compression technology, drastically reducing

le sizes and conserving valuable network bandwidth. With MPEG-4 and MJPEG compatibility

also included, video streams can also be transmitted in any of these formats for versatile applications. The streams can also be individually configured to meet different constraints, thereby further reducing bandwidth and storage requirements. Users can thus receive multiple streams simultaneously in different resolutions, frame rates, and image qualities for viewing on different platforms.

With the vari-focal lens, the FD8131 provides users the freedom to adjust the eld of view in

accordance with their application. Also included are a number of advanced features which are standard for VIVOTEK cameras, including tamper detection, MicroSD/SDHC card slot, 802.3af compliant PoE, and VIVOTEK’s 32-channel recording software. With all of these capabilities, the

FD8131 provides the best value in IP surveillance for indoor applications such as ofces, banks,

and retail stores.

Revision History

■ Rev. 1.0: Initial release

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Read Before Use

The use of surveillance devices may be prohibited by law in your country. The Network Camera

is not only a high-performance web-ready camera but can also be part of a exible surveillance

system. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the operation of such devices is legal before installing this unit for its intended use.

It is important to first verify that all contents received are complete according to the Package Contents listed below. Take note of the warnings in the Quick Installation Guide before the Network Camera is installed; then carefully read and follow the instructions in the Installation chapter to avoid damage due to faulty assembly and installation. This also ensures the product is used properly as intended.

The Network Camera is a network device and its use should be straightforward for those who have basic networking knowledge. It is designed for various applications including video sharing,

general security/surveillance, etc. The Configuration chapter suggests ways to best utilize the

Network Camera and ensure proper operations. For creative and professional developers, the URL

Commands of the Network Camera section serves as a helpful reference to customizing existing

homepages or integrating with the current web server.

Package Contents

■ FD8131

■ Alignment sticker

■ RJ45 Female/Female Coupler / Screws / Clamp Core

■ Software CD

■ Warranty Card

■ Quick Installation Guide

Because this model supports PoE, DC adapter is optional and is user-supplied.

Symbols and Statements in this Document

INFORMATION: provides important messages or advices that might help prevent

inconvenient or problem situations.

NOTE: Notices provide guidance or advices that are related to the functional integrity of

the machine.

Tips: Tips are useful information that helps enhance or facilitae an installation, function,

or process.

WARNING! or IMPORTANT: These statements indicate situations that can be dangerous

or hazardous to the machine or you.

Electrical Hazard: This statement appears when high voltage electrical hazards might

occur to an operator.

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Physical Description

Lens

Ground wire

General I/O Terminal Block

Black Cover

MicroSD/SDHC

Ethernet 10/100 RJ45 Plug

Card Slot

Reset Button

Status LED

Power Cord Socket

General I/O Terminal Block

This Network Camera provides a general I/O terminal block which is used to connect external

input / output devices. The pin denitions are described below. The 24V AC can be used as an

alternate power source.

Pin Name

+ Digital Input +

- Digital Input -

Hardware Reset

The reset button is used to reset the system or restore the factory default settings. Sometimes resetting the system can return the camera to normal operation. If the system problems remain after reset, restore the factory settings and install again.

Reset: Press and release the recessed reset button with a straightened paper clip. Wait for the Network Camera to reboot.

Restore: Press and hold the recessed reset button until the status LED rapidly blinks. Note that all settings will be restored to factory default. Upon successful restore, the status LED will blink green and red during normal operation.

Micro SD/SDHC Card Capacity

This network camera is compliant with Micro SD/SDHC 16GB / 8GB and other preceding standard SD cards.

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Installation

Removing Dome Cover

First, follow the instructions below to remove the dome cover. Flip the black retention tabs in the counter-clockwise direction to release the dome cover (clockwise if you look from the bottom up.)

Dome Cover

Record the MAC address before installing the camera.

Then remove the black cover as shown below.

Tilt Adjustment Screw

Network Camera

Model No: FD8131

MAC:0002D1730202

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.

Pat. 6,930,709

R oHS

Made in Taiwan

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To install the camera to a ceiling or wall:

1. Attach the alignment sticker to the ceiling/wall.

2. Through the two circles on the sticker, drill two pilot holes into the ceiling/wall.

3. The Network Camera can be mounted with the cable routed through the ceiling/wall or from the side. If you want to feed the cable through the ceiling/wall, drill a cable hole A as shown in the above picture.

4. Hammer the supplied plastic anchors into the holes.

5. Align the two holes on each side of the camera base with the two plastic anchors on the ceiling/wall, insert the supplied screws to corresponding holes and secure them with a screwdriver.

Ceiling Mount

Wall Mount

6. Buckle the supplied clamp core onto the cable to prevent the EMI radiation.

The clamp core should be away from the device at least 5 cm.

5 cm

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Network Deployment

General Connection (without PoE)

This section explains how to congure the Network Camera to an Internet connection.

1. If you have external devices such as sensors and alarms, make the connection from the general I/O terminal block.

2. Use the supplied RJ45 female/female coupler to connect the Network Camera to a switch.

3. Connect the power cable from the Network Camera to a power outlet. The DC adapter is user-supllied.

+ : Digital input

- : Digital input

POW

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Ethernet Switch

L I

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PARTITIO

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Set up the Network Camera through Power over Ethernet (PoE)

When using a PoE-enabled switch

The Network Camera is PoE-compliant, allowing transmission of power and data via a single Ethernet cable. Follow the below illustration to connect the Network Camera to a PoE-enabled switch via Ethernet cable.

power + data transmission

POW

C O

I S

ION

PARTITIO

PoE Switch

L I

CEIVE

When using a non-PoE switch

If your switch/router does not support PoE, use a PoE power injector (optional) to connect between the Network Camera and a non-PoE switch.

PoE Power Injector

(optional)

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ION

RECEIVE

PARTITIO

Non-PoE Switch

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Internet connection via a router

Before setting up the Network Camera over the Internet, make sure you have a router and follow the steps below.

1. Connect your Network Camera behind a router, the Internet environment is illustrated below. Regarding how to obtain your IP address, please refer to Software Installation on page 12 for details.

IP address : 192.168.0.3 Subnet mask : 255.255.255.0 Default router : 192.168.0.1

IP address : 192.168.0.2 Subnet mask : 255.255.255.0 Default router : 192.168.0.1

Internet

Cable or DSL Modem

WAN (Wide Area Network ) Router IP address : from ISP

LINK

POWER

COLLISION

RECEIVE

PARTITION

LAN (Local Area Network) Router IP address : 192.168.0.1

2. In this case, if the Local Area Network (LAN) IP address of your Network Camera is

192.168.0.3, please forward the following ports for the Network Camera on the router.

■ HTTP port: default is 80

■ RTSP port: default is 554

■ RTP port for audio: default is 5558

■ RTCP port for audio: default is 5559

■ RTP port for video: default is 5556

■ RTCP port for video: default is 5557

If you have changed the port numbers on the Network page, please open the ports accordingly on your router. For information on how to forward ports on the router, please refer to your router’s user’s manual.

3. Find out the public IP address of your router provided by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).

Use the public IP and the secondary HTTP port to access the Network Camera from the Internet. Please refer to Network Type on page 52 for details.

Internet connection with static IP

Choose this connection type if you are required to use a static IP for the Network Camera.

Please refer to LAN setting on page 51 for details.

Internet connection via PPPoE (Point-to-Point over Ethernet)

Choose this connection type if you are connected to the Internet via a DSL Line. Please refer to PPPoE on page 52 for details.

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Software Installation

Installation Wizard 2 (IW2), free-bundled software included on the product CD, helps you set up

your Network Camera on the LAN.

1. Install IW2 under the Software Utility directory from the software CD. Double-click the IW2 shortcut on your desktop to launch the program.

2. The program will conduct an analysis of your network environment. After your network environment is analyzed, please click Next to continue the program.

Installation

Wizard 2

3. The program will search for all VIVOTEK network devices on the same LAN.

4. After a brief search, the installer window will prompt. Click on the MAC and model name that matches the one printed on the product label. You can then double-click on the address to

open a management session with the Network Camera.

Network Camera

Model No: FD8131

MAC:0002D1730202

Pat. 6,930,709

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Made in Taiwan

00-02-D1-73-02-02 192.168.5.151 FD8131

0002D1730202

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Ready to Use

1. A browser session with the Network Camera should prompt as shown below.

2. You should be able to see live video from your camera. You may also install the 32-channel recording software from the software CD in a deployment consisting of multiple cameras. For its installation details, please refer to its related documents.

To adjust the viewing angle -- 3-axis mechanism design

1. Loosen the tilt adjustment screws and then turn the lens module up or down, or swing left or right. Upon completion, tighten the screw.

2. Turn the lens to adjust the image orientation.

Loosen

Tighten

Pan 350°

Tilt 70°

Rotate 340°

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3-axis Mechanism Design

The sophisticated 3-axis mechanism design offers very exible, easy hardware installation

for either ceiling or wall mount.

Pan 350°

Tilt Adjustment Screw

Rotate 340°

DO NOT over rotate the lens.

Tilt 70°

Doing so will damage the camera lens module.

To adjust the zoom factor and focus range

1. Loosen the zoom controller and then adjust zoom factor by moving the controller left and right. Upon completion, tighten the zoom controller screw.

2. Loosen the focus controller and then adjust focus range by moving the controller left and right. Upon completion, tighten the focus controller screw.

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Completion

1. Align the inner side of the black cover with the notches on both sides of the lens, x the

black cover.

2. If you choose to feed the cable through the ceiling/wall, arrange the cable neatly through the cable hole. If you choose to feed the cable from the side, remove plate B.

3. Attach the dome cover to the camera as shown below. The dome cover cannot be attatched if installed in the wrong orientation. Align the side cover (or side cutout) with

where the cable comes out from the camera. Push the dome cover to join with the camera.

4. Finally, make sure all parts of the camera are securely installed.

Be aware of the cable route!

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Accessing the Network Camera

This chapter explains how to access the Network Camera through web browsers, RTSP players, 3GPP-compatible mobile devices, and VIVOTEK recording software.

Using Web Browsers

Use Installation Wizard 2 (IW2) to access the Network Cameras on LAN. If your network environment is not a LAN, follow these steps to access the Netwotk Camera:

1. Launch your web browser (e.g., Microsoft® Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox).

2. Enter the IP address of the Network Camera in the address eld. Press Enter.

3. The live video will be displayed in your web browser.

4. If it is the rst time installing the VIVOTEK network camera, an information bar will prompt as

shown below. Follow the instructions to install the required plug-in on your computer.

NOTE

► For Mozilla Firefox or Netscape users, your browser will use Quick Time to stream the live

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NOTE:

video. If you don’t have Quick Time on your computer, please download it rst, then launch

the web browser.

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► By default, the Network Camera is not password-protected. To prevent unauthorized access,

it is highly recommended to set a password for the Network Camera. For more information about how to enable password protection, please refer to Security on page 67.

► If you see a dialog box indicating that your security settings prohibit running ActiveX®

Controls, please enable the ActiveX® Controls for your browser.

1. Choose Tools > Internet Options > Security > Custom Level.

2. Look for Download signed ActiveX® controls; select Enable or Prompt. Click OK.

3. Refresh your web browser, then install the ActiveX® control. Follow the instructions to

complete installation.

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IMPORTANT!

Currently the Network Camera utilizes 32-bit ActiveX plugin. You CAN NOT

•

open a management/view session with the camera using a 64-bit IE browser.

If you encounter this problem, try execute the Iexplore.exe program from C:\

•

Windows\SysWOW64. A 32-bit version of IE browser will be installed. On Windows 7, the 32-bit explorer browser can be accessed from here:

•

C:\Program Files (x86)\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe

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Using RTSP Players

To view the MPEG-4 streaming media using RTSP players, you can use one of the following players that support RTSP streaming.

Quick Time Player

VLC media player

1. Launch the RTSP player. mpegable Player

2. Choose File > Open URL. A URL dialog box will pop up.

3. The address format is rtsp://<ip address>:<rtsp port>/<RTSP streaming access name for

pvPlayer

stream1 or stream2>

As most ISPs and players only allow RTSP streaming through port number 554, please set the RTSP port to 554. For more information, please refer to RTSP Streaming on page 59.

For example:

rtsp://192.168.5.151:554/live.sdp

4. The live video will be displayed in your player. For more information on how to configure the RTSP access name, please refer to RTSP Streaming on page 59 for details.

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Video quality (Constant bit rate) 40kbps

Using 3GPP-compatible Mobile Devices

To view the streaming media through 3GPP-compatible mobile devices, make sure the Network Camera can be accessed over the Internet. For more information on how to set up the Network Camera over the Internet, please refer to Setup the Network Camera over the Internet on page 9.

To utilize this feature, please check the following settings on your Network Camera:

1. Because most players on 3GPP mobile phones do not support RTSP authentication, make sure the authentication mode of RTSP streaming is set to disable.

For more information, please refer to RTSP Streaming on page 59.

2. As the the bandwidth on 3G networks is limited, you will not be able to use a large video size.

Please set the video streaming parameters as listed below.

For more information, please refer to Stream settings on page 47.

Video Mode MPEG-4 Frame size 176 x 144 Maximum frame rate 5 fps Intra frame period 1S

3. As most ISPs and players only allow RTSP streaming through port number 554, please set

the RTSP port to 554. For more information, please refer to RTSP Streaming on page 59.

4. Launch the player on the 3GPP-compatible mobile devices (e.g., Quick Time).

5. Type the following URL commands into the player.

The address format is rtsp://<public ip address of your camera>:<rtsp port>/<RTSP streaming access name for stream # with small frame size and frame rate>.

For example:

You can configure Stream #2 into the suggested stream settings as listed above for live viewing on a mobile device.

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Using VIVOTEK Recording Software

The product software CD also contains an ST7501 recording software, allowing simultaneous monitoring and video recording for multiple Network Cameras. Please install the recording software; then launch the program to add the Network Camera to the Channel list. For detailed information about how to use the recording software, please refer to the user’s manual of the software or download it from http://www.vivotek.com.

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VIVOTEK INC. Logo

Live View Window

Camera Control Area

Configuration Area

Host Name

Resize Buttons

Hide Button

Main Page

This chapter explains the layout of the main page. It is composed of the following sections:

VIVOTEK INC. Logo, Host Name, Camera Control Area, Configuration Area, Menu, and Live Video Window.

VIVOTEK INC. Logo

Click this logo to visit the VIVOTEK website.

Host Name

The host name can be customized to t your needs. For more information, please refer to System on page 30.

Camera Control Area

Video Stream: This Network Camera supports multiple streams (stream 1 ~ 4) simultaneously. You can select one of them for live viewing. For more information about multiple streams, please refer to page 47 for detailed information.

Manual Trigger: Click to enable/disable an event trigger manually. Please congure an event setting on

Application page before you enable this function. A total of 3 event settings can be congured. For more

information about event setting, please refer to page 81. If you want to hide this item on the homepage, please go to Conguration> System > Homepage Layout > General settings > Customized button to deselect “show manual trigger button”.

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Conguration Area

Client Settings: Click this button to access the client setting page. For more information, please refer to Client Settings on page 27.

Conguration: Click this button to access the conguration page of the Network Camera. It is suggested

that a password be applied to the Network Camera so that only the administrator can configure the

Network Camera. For more information, please refer to Conguration on page 29.

Language: Click this button to choose a language for the user interface. Language options are available in: English, Deutsch, Español, Français, Italiano,

日本語

, Português,

簡体中文

, and

繁體中文

. Please

note that you can also change a language on the Conguration page; please refer to page 29.

Hide Button

You can click the hide button to hide the control panel or display the control panel.

Resize Buttons

: Click the Auto button, the video cell will resize automatically to t the monitor/browser window. Click 100% is to display the original homepage size. Click 50% is to resize the homepage to 50% of its original size. Click 25% is to resize the homepage to 25% of its original size.

Live Video Window

■ The following window is displayed when the video mode is set to H.264 / MPEG-4:

H.264 / MPEG-4 Protocol and Media Options

Video Title

Title and Time

Zoom Indicator

Video (TPC-AV)

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Video Title: The video title can be congured. For more information, please refer to Video Settings on page 41.

H.264 / MPEG-4 Protocol and Media Options: The transmission protocol and media options for H.264 /

MPEG-4 video streaming. For further conguration, please refer to Client Settings on page 27.

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Time

Video and Audio Control Buttons

Time: Display the current time. For further conguration, please refer to Media > Image > Genral settings on page 41.

Title and Time: The video title and time can be stamped on the streaming video. For further conguration, please refer to Media > Image > General settings on page 42.

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PTZ Panel: This Network Camera supports “digital“ (e-PTZ) pan/tilt/zoom control, which allows roaming a smaller view frame within a large view frame. Please refer to PTZ settiings on page 78 for detailed information.

Global View: Click on this item to display the Global View window. The Global View window contains a

full view image (the largest frame size of the captured video) and a oating frame (the viewing region of the current video stream). The oating frame allows users to control the e-PTZ function (Electronic Pan/

Tilt/Zoom). For more information about e-PTZ operation, please refer to E-PTZ Operation on page 78. For more information about how to set up the viewing region of the current video stream, please refer to page 78.

The viewing region of the current video stream

The largest frame size

NOTE:

For a megapixel camera, it is recommended to use monitors of the 24" size or larger,

and are capable of 1600x1200 or better resolutions.

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Video Control Buttons: Depending on the Network Camera model and Network Camera conguration, some buttons may not be available.

Snapshot: Click this button to capture and save still images. The captured images will be displayed

in a pop-up window. Right-click the image and choose Save Picture As to save it in JPEG (*.jpg) or BMP

(*.bmp) format.

Digital Zoom: Click and uncheck “Disable digital zoom” to enable the zoom operation. The navigation

screen indicates the part of the image being magnied. To control the zoom level, drag the slider bar. To

move to a different area you want to magnify, drag the navigation screen.

Pause: Pause the transmission of the streaming media. The button becomes the Resume button

after clicking the Pause button.

Stop: Stop the transmission of the streaming media. Click the Resume button to continue

transmission.

Start MP4 Recording: Click this button to record video clips in MP4 file format to your computer.

Press the Stop MP4 Recording button to end recording. When you exit the web browser, video recording stops accordingly. To specify the storage destination and le name, please refer to MP4 Saving

Options on page 28 for details.

Full Screen: Click this button to switch to full screen mode. Press the “Esc” key to switch back to normal

mode.

■ The following window is displayed when the video mode is set to MJPEG:

Video Title

Title and Time

Video (HTTP-V)

Video 17:08:56 2011/06/25

2011/02/25 17:08:56

Time

Video Control Buttons

Video Title: The video title can be congured. For more information, please refer to Media > Image on page 42.

Time: Display the current time. For more information, please refer to Media > Image on page 42.

Title and Time: Video title and time can be stamped on the streaming video. For more information, please refer to Media > Image on page 42

Video Control Buttons: Depending on the Network Camera model and Network Camera conguration,

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some buttons may not be available.

Snapshot: Click this button to capture and save still images. The captured images will be displayed

in a pop-up window. Right-click the image and choose Save Picture As to save it in JPEG (*.jpg) or BMP

(*.bmp) format.

Digital Zoom: Click and uncheck “Disable digital zoom” to enable the zoom operation. The navigation

screen indicates the part of the image being magnied. To control the zoom level, drag the slider bar. To

move to a different area you want to magnify, drag the navigation screen.

Start MP4 Recording: Click this button to record video clips in MP4 file format to your computer.

Press the Stop MP4 Recording button to end recording. When you exit the web browser, video recording stops accordingly. To specify the storage destination and le name, please refer to MP4 Saving

Options on page 28 for details.

Full Screen: Click this button to switch to full screen mode. Press the “Esc” key to switch back to normal

mode.

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Client Settings

This chapter explains how to select the stream transmission mode and saving options on the local computer. When completed with the settings on this page, click Save on the page bottom to enable the settings.

H.264 / MPEG-4 Media Options

H.264/MPEG-4 Media Options

Select to stream video or audio data or both. This is enabled only when the video mode is set to H.264 or MPEG-4.

H.264 / MPEG-4 Protocol Options

H.264/MPEG-4 Protocol Options

Depending on your network environment, there are four transmission modes of H.264 or MPEG-4

streaming:

UDP unicast: This protocol allows for more real-time audio and video streams. However, network packets may be lost due to network burst trafc and images may be broken. Activate UDP connection

when occasions require time-sensitive responses and the video quality is less important. Note that each unicast client connecting to the server takes up additional bandwidth and the Network Camera allows up to ten simultaneous accesses.

UDP multicast: This protocol allows multicast-enabled routers to forward network packets to all clients requesting streaming media. This helps to reduce the network transmission load of the Network Camera

while serving multiple clients at the same time. Note that to utilize this feature, the Network Camera must

be configured to enable multicast streaming at the same time. For more information, please refer to RTSP Streaming on page 59.

TCP: This protocol guarantees the complete delivery of streaming data and thus provides better video quality. The downside of this protocol is that its real-time effect is not as good as that of the UDP protocol.

HTTP: This protocol allows the same quality as TCP protocol without needing to open specic ports for

streaming under some network environments. Users inside a firewall can utilize this protocol to allow

streaming data through.

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MP4 Saving Options

Users can record live video as they are watching it by clicking Start MP4 Recording on the main

page. Here, you can specify the storage destination and le name.

Folder: Specify a storage destination for the recorded video les. The location can be changed.

File name prex: Enter the text that will be appended to the front of the video le name. A specied folder

will be automatically created on your local hard disk.

Add date and time sufx to the le name: Select this option to append the date and time to the end of the le name.

CLIP_20110628-180853

File name preﬁx

Date and time sufﬁx

The format is: YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS

Local Streaming Buffer Time

Chances are you may encounter unsteady bandwidth during operation, the live streaming may lag and not be very smoothly. If you enable this option, the live streaming will be stored on the camera’s buffer for a few seconds before being played on the live viewing window. This will help you see the streaming more smoothly. If you enter 3000 Millisecond, the streaming will delay for 3 seconds.

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Conguration

Click Configuration on the main page to enter the camera setting pages. Note that only

Administrators can access the conguration page.

VIVOTEK offers an easy-to-use user interface that helps you set up your network camera with

minimal effort. To simplify the setting procedure, two types of user interfaces are available:

Advanced Mode for professional users and Basic Mode for entry-level users. Some advanced functions (PTZ/ Event/ Recording/ Local storage) are not displayed in Basic Mode.

If you want to set up advanced functions, please click [Advanced Mode] on the bottom of the

conguration list to quickly switch to Advanced Mode.

In order to simplify the user interface, the detailed information will be hidden unless you click on

the function item. When you click on the rst sub-item, the detailed information for the rst sub-

item will be displayed; when you click on the second sub-item, the detailed information for the

second sub-item will be displayed and that of the rst sub-item will be hidden.

The following is the interface of the Basic Mode and the Advanced Mode:

Basic Mode

Navigation Area

Configuration List

Click to switch to Advanced Mode

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Advanced Mode

Navigation Area

Configuration List

Click to switch to Basic Mode

Firmware Version

Each function on the conguration list will be explained in the following sections. Those functions that are

displayed only in Advanced Mode are marked with

Advanced Mode

. If you want to set up advanced

functions, please click [Advanced Mode] on the bottom of the conguration list to quickly switch over.

Navigation Area provides an instant switch among Home page (the monitoring page for live viewing),

Client settings, Conguration page, and multi-language selection.

System > General settings

This section explains how to congure the basic settings for the Network Camera, such as the host name and system time. It is composed of the following two columns: System, and System

Time. When finished with the settings on this page, click Save at the bottom of the page to enable the settings.

System

Host name: Enter a desired name for the Network Camera. The text will be displayed at the top of the main page, and also on the view cell of ST7501 and VAST management software.

Turn off the LED indicators: If you do not want others to notice the network camera is in operation, you can select this option to turn off the LED indicators.

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