Vivotek FE8174V User Manual
Fixed Dome
FE8174V
Network Camera
User’s Manual
5MP • 360º Surround View • Vandal-proof • PoE
Rev. 1.0
VIVOTEK
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
Hardware Installation ....................................................................................................................................... 9
Network Deployment .......................................................................................................................................... 15
Setting up the Network Camera over the Internet ......................................................................................... 15
Software Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 19
Ready to Use .................................................................................................................................................20
Accessing the Network Camera ......................................................................................................................... 21
Using Web Browsers ..................................................................................................................................... 21
Using RTSP Players ...................................................................................................................................... 24
Using 3GPP-compatible Mobile Devices ....................................................................................................... 25
Using VIVOTEK Recording Software ............................................................................................................ 26
Main Page ..........................................................................................................................................................27
Client Settings ....................................................................................................................................................39
H.264 / MPEG-4 Media Options ................................................................................................................... 39
H.264 / MPEG-4 Protocol Options ............................................................................................................... 39
Two way audio .............................................................................................................................................. 40
MP4 Saving Options ..................................................................................................................................... 40
Local Streaming Buffer Time ........................................................................................................................ 40
Conguration ...................................................................................................................................................... 41
System > General settings ............................................................................................................................ 42
System > Homepage layout ......................................................................................................................... 43
System > Logs ..............................................................................................................................................46
System > Parameters ................................................................................................................................... 47
System > Maintenance .................................................................................................................................. 48
Media > Image ............................................................................................................................................52
General settings ..........................................................................................................................................52
Day/Night Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 53
Image settings .............................................................................................................................................. 54
Exposure
Privacy mask ............................................................................................................................................. 60
Pixel Calculator .........................................................................................................................................61
Media > Video ...............................................................................................................................................62
FOV
Media > Video ...............................................................................................................................................63
Stream settings
Media > Audio................................................................................................................................................ 68
Audio Settings ..............................................................................................................................................68
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Network > General settings .................................................................................................................................. 69
Network > Streaming protocols .......................................................................................................................... 77
Network > QoS (Quality of Service) .................................................................................................................. 82
Network > DDNS ................................................................................................................................................ 84
Manual setup ....................................................................................................................................................... 85
Network > SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) ................................................................................ 87
Security > User Account ....................................................................................................................................... 88
Security > HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL) .......................................................................89
Security > Access List ........................................................................................................................................ 96
Security > IEEE 802.1x .................................................................................................................................... 99
PTZ > PTZ settings ........................................................................................................................................... 101
Changing the Field of View ............................................................................................................................... 101
Event > Event settings ....................................................................................................................................... 103
Event ..................................................................................................................................................................... 103
Add server .............................................................................................................................................................. 107
Add media ...............................................................................................................................................................111
Applications > Motion detection.......................................................................................................................... 117
Applications > DI and DO ................................................................................................................................. 120
Applications > Tampering detection ................................................................................................................... 120
Applications > Audio detection ......................................................................................................................... 121
Applications > VADP (VIVOTEK Application Development Platform) ............................................................... 123
Recording > Recording settings ........................................................................................................................ 125
Local storage > SD card management ............................................................................................................... 130
SD card staus .................................................................................................................................................... 130
SD card control .................................................................................................................................................. 130
Local storage > Content management ............................................................................................................... 131
Searching and Viewing the Records ................................................................................................................. 131
Search Results .................................................................................................................................................. 132
Appendix ................................................................................................................................................................. 134
URL Commands for the Network Camera .......................................................................................................... 134
1. Overview ....................................................................................................................................................... 134
2. Style Convention ........................................................................................................................................... 134
Technical Specications .....................................................................................................................................226
Technology License Notice .................................................................................................................................227
MPEG-4 AAC Technology ................................................................................................................................. 227
MPEG-4 Visual Technology ............................................................................................................................... 227
AMR-NB Standard ............................................................................................................................................. 227
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ................................................................................................................. 228
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Overview
VIVOTEK FE8174/74V is the latest sheye xed dome network camera from VIVOTEK, featuring a detailed 5-Megapixel resolution sensor with superb image quality. Equipped with a sheye
lens for 180° panoramic view (wall mount) or 360° surround view (ceiling/oor/table mount) without blind spots, the camera is able to provide coverage of wide, open areas, such as airports,
shopping malls, parking lots, retail stores, ofces and more.
The FE8174/74V offers various display layouts, including original surround view, panoramic
view, and regional view for various mounting applications. With the latest cutting-edge image
processing capabilities, hemispherical images captured from the sheye camera can be converted into conventional rectilinear projection for viewing and analysis. In addition, in both the
panoramic as well as regional viewing modes, users can utilize the ultra-smooth ePTZ function
to easily zoom in and focus on a region of interest (ROI). The new cutting-edge pixel counter
function helps the user to ensure the image quality of a desired area.
As with all VIVOTEK true day/night cameras, the FE8174/74V features a removable IR-cut lter,
maintaining clear images 24 hours a day. FE8174V’s IP66-rated housing is designed to help the
camera body withstand rain and dust and ensures operation under a multitude of harsh weather
conditions; additionally, the vandal-proof IK10-rated housing effectively provides robust protection from physical damage. Together with 802.3af compliant PoE, MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC card
slot for on-board storage, EN50155 mobile surveillance and iPad applications, the FE8174/4V is
indisputably the top choice for constructing a robust surveillance system with the greatest coverage possible.
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 rst 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
■ FE8174V - the Network Camera
■ Mounting plate / Screwdriver
■ 2x Alignment Stickers
■ Screws / Dessicant bag / Double-sides tape /
Rubber seal plug / Rubber washers
■ Power & I/O Cables
■ Quick Installation Guide
■ Software CD
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
Inner View
Spring Contacts (A)
Lens
Contacts for Internal Microphone (B
Align (B) to (A) when attaching the
dome cover
)
Header (J7)
Header (J6)
Ethernet 10/100 RJ45 Socket
Status LEDs
Reset Button
MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC Card Slot
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Outer View
Built-in Microphone
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IP66-rated Vandal-proof
Dome Cover
IMPORTANT:
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Record the MAC address under the
camera base before installing the camera.
Item LED Status Description
1 Steady Red Power on and system booting
Red LED off Powered off
2 Steady Red + blinking Green every 1 sec. (Green
Network heartbeat
LED on for 1 sec and off for another)
Steady Red + Green LED off Network disconnected
3 Blinking Red every 0.15 sec. + Blinking Green
Upgrading rmware
every 1 sec. (Red LED on for 0.15 sec. and Green
LED on for 1 sec. and off for another)
4 Blinking Red every 0.15 sec. + blinking Green
Restoring defaults
every 0.15 sec
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DI/DO Diagram
Please refer to the following illustration for the connection method.
Camera Power
BJT transistor
Hardware Reset
GND
Input
Output
VDC
Switch
Relay
+12
VDC
Max.
Camera Power
BJT transistor
GND
Input
Output
VDC
Switch
+12
VDC
Relay
Reset Button
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, press the reset button longer to 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 for at least several seconds to restore. Note
that all settings will be restored to factory defaults.
Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC Card Capacity
This network camera is compliant with Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC 32GB, 64GB, and other
preceding standard SD cards.
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Hardware Installation
Opening Dome Cover
First, use the supplied screwdriver to loosen the four screws and detach the dome cover from the
camera base. Then, follow the steps below to install the camera to either a ceiling or a wall.
Tamper-proof Screw
Remove the stoppers and route cables through
the openings.
Rubber Stopper on the hole
for Power & IO Cables
Rubber Seal Plug on the
hole for RJ45 Ethernet
Cable
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Connecting RJ45 Ethernet Cable
RJ45 Cable Dimension (unit: mm)
Recommended cable gauge: 5 to 8mm
Assembly Steps
1. Drill a hole on the rubber seal plug and
insert an Ethernet cable through the
opening.
2. Strip part of the sheath from the Ethernet cable.
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o: white/orange stripe
O: orange solid
g: white/green stripe
B: blue solid
b: white/blue stripe
G: green solid
br: white/brown stripe
BR: brown solid
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3. You will need an RJ45 crimping tool to
attach the Ethernet wires to a connec-
tor. When done, connect the cable to
the camera’s Ethernet RJ45 socket.
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4. Feed the Ethernet cable from the bottom of the
camera and through the hole. Attach the rubber
seal plug for water proong.
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Connecting DC Power Cable
1. Add the supplied rubber washer to the cable
as shown in the picture.
2. Feed the cable from the bottom of the camera and tighten the plastic base for water-
proong.
NOTE:
Connect the supplied power & IO cables if your
switch does not support PoE.
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Mounting Positions
Refer to the diagram on the right for the mounting hole positions and the dimensions of the base
plate.
Camera Base Plate Mounting
Positions
Camera Mounting Plate Mounting Positions
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Ceiling/Wall Mount without Mounting Plate
(Choose this mounting type if you want to feed the cables form the bottom of the camera)
1. Attach the supplied alignment sticker for camera base to the ceiling/wall.
2. Using the three circles on the sticker, drill three pilot holes into the ceiling. Then hammer the
three supplied plastic anchors into the holes.
3. Drill a cable hole on the ceiling/wall, and feed the cables through the hole.
4. Connect the Ethernet cable to the socket.
5. Connect the two white header connectors to the J6 and J7 connectors.
6. Secure the camera base to the ceiling/wall with three supplied screws.
7. You will nd a dessicant bag attached to the camera. Replace the dessicant bag included in
the camera with the one shipped within the accessory bag.
8. Attach the dome cover.
9. Secure the four screws with the supplied stardriver. Make sure all camera parts are securely
installed.
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Header (J6)
2
3
5
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4
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Header (J7)
IMPORTANT:
Arrange the cables neatly to avoid getting in the way
when the dome cover is attached.
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Ceiling/Wall Mount with Mounting Plate
(Choose this mounting type if you would like to feed the cables form the side)
1. Attach the supplied alignment sticker for the supplied mounting plate to the ceiling/wall.
2. Using the three circles on the sticker, drill three holes into the ceiling. Then hammer the
three supplied plastic anchors into the holes.
3. Arrange and feed the cables through the side of the mounting plate.
4. Secure the mounting plate to the ceiling/wall with three supplied screws.
5. Connect the Ethernet cable to the socket.
6. Connect two white headers to the J6 and J7 connectors.
7. Attach the camera base to the mounting plate and turn counter-clockwise as shown below
(Figure 7-1). Then secure the supplied screws to x the camera base (Figure 7-2).
8. You will nd a dessicant bag attached to the camera. Replace the dessicant bag with the
one shipped within the accessory bag.
9. Attach the dome cover.
10. Secure the four screws with the supplied stardriver. Make sure all camera parts are se-
curely installed.
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You may also use the diagonal holes on the mounting plate,
marked as A, B, or C, to install the camera to a U.S. standard
4 in. junction box.
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Network Deployment
Setting up the Network Camera over the Internet
There are several ways to set up the Network Camera over the Internet. The rst way is to set
up the Network Camera behind a router. The second way is to utilize a static IP. The third way is
to use PPPoE.
Internet connection via a router
Before enabling the access to 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 19 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
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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.
■ Secondary HTTP port: 8080
■ RTSP port: 554
■ RTP port for audio: 5558
■ RTCP port for audio: 5559
■ RTP port for video: 5556
■ RTCP port for video: 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 69 for details.
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For example, your router and IP settings may look like this:
Device IP Address: internal
port
IP Address: External Port (Mapped port on the
router)
Public IP of router 122.146.57.120
LAN IP of router 192.168.2.1
Camera 1 192.168.2.10:80 122.146.57.120:8000
Camera 2 192.168.2.11:80 122.146.57.120:8001
... ... ...
Congure the router, virtual server or rewall, so that the router can forward any data coming
into a precongured port number to a network camera on the private network, and allow data
from the camera to be transmitted to the outside of the network over the same path.
From Forward to
122.146.57.120:8000 192.168.2.10:80
122.146.57.120:8001 192.168.2.11:80
... ...
When properly congured, you can access a camera behind the router using the HTTP request
as follows: http://122.146.57.120:8000
If you change the port numbers on the Network conguration page, please open the ports accordingly on your router. For example, you can open a management session with your router to
congure access through the router to the camera within your local network. Please consult your
network administrator for router conguration if you have troubles with the conguration.
For more information with network conguration options (such as that of streaming ports),
please refer to Conguration > Network Settings. VIVOTEK also provides the automatic port for-
warding feature as an NAT traversal function with the precondition that your router must support
the UPnP port forwarding feature.
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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 conguration on page 69 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 90 for details.
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 an Ethernet cable.
NOTE:
1. The camera is only to be connected to PoE networks
without routing to outside plants.
2. For PoE connection, use only UL listed I.T.E. with
PoE output.
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PoE Switch
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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General Connection (without PoE)
1. If you have external DI devices, make the connection from general I/O terminal block.
2. Ethernet, power and IO cables are user-supplied.
3. Connect DC power cord to a DC Adapter, and then to a power outlet.
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General I/O Terminal Block
Power Cord Socket (Black)
Microphone In (Pink)
Audio Out (Green)
NOTE:
The power adapter should comply with L.P.S.
regulations featuring O/P: 12V DC, 1.5A min.
+3V3
DO
D1
GND
+3V3 : Power, 3.3V DC
DO : Digital Output
DI : Digital Input
GND : Ground
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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.
IW
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.
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Wizard 2
3. The program will search for all VIVOTEK network devices on the same LAN.
4. After a brief search, the main installer window will pop up. Double-click on the MAC address
that matches the one printed on the camera label or the S/N number on the package box label
to open a browser management session with the Network Camera.
Network Camera
Model No: FE8174V
MAC: 0002D1083236
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
Made in Taiwan
00-02-D1-08-32-36 192.168.5.109 FE8174V
0002D1083236
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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.
NOTE:
If you encounter problems with displaying live view or the onscreen plug-in control, you may try
to remove the plug-ins that might have been installed on your computer. Remove the following
folder: C:\Program Files (x86)\Camera Stream Controller\.
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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
IMPORTANT:
Currently the Network Camera utilizes 32-bit ActiveX plugin. You CAN NOT open a
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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\
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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
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(x86)\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe
Use Installation Wizard 2 (IW2) to access to the Network Cameras on the 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
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.
®
Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, or Netscape).
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NOTE:
For Mozilla Firefox users, your browser will use Quick Time to stream live video. If you do not
have Quick Time on your computer, please download Quick Time from Apple Inc's website, and
then launch your web browser.
Tips:
• The onscreen Java control can malfunction under the following situations:
A PC connects to different cameras that are using the same IP address (or the same camera
running different rmware versions). Removing your browser cookies will solve this problem.
• In the event of plug-in compatibility issues, you may try to uninstall the plug-in that was previ-
ously installed.
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NOTE:
1. By default, your Network Camera is not password-protected. To prevent unauthorized access,
it is highly recommended to congure a password for your camera later.
about how to enable password protection, please refer to Security on page 88
For more information
.
2. If you see a dialogue box indicating that your security settings prohibit running ActiveX
Controls®, please enable ActiveX Controls for your browser.
To enable the ActiveX® Controls for your browser:
2-1. Choose Tools > Internet Options >
Security > Custom Level.
2-2. Look for Download signed ActiveX®
controls; select Enable or Prompt. Click OK.
2-3. Refresh your web browser, then install the ActiveX
complete installation.
®
control. Follow the instructions to
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Using RTSP Players
To view the H.264/MPEG-4 streaming media using RTSP players, you can use one of the
following players that support RTSP streaming.
Quick Time Player
VLC Player
1. Launch the RTSP player.
2. Choose File > Open URL. A URL dialog box will prompt.
3. The address format is rtsp://<ip address>:<rtsp port>/<RTSP streaming access name for
stream1 to stream4>
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 78.
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 congure the
RTSP access name, please refer to RTSP Streaming on page 78 for details.
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The RTSP players will show the original circular-shape image. You can access the Regional
views via the ST7501 or VAST software. See page 79 for an example.
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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
15.
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 78.
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 and audio streaming parameters as listed below.
For more information, please refer to Stream settings on page 63.
Video Mode MPEG-4
Frame size 176 x 144
Maximum frame rate 5 fps
Intra frame period 1S
Video quality (Constant bit rate) 40kbps
Audio type (GSM-AMR) 12.2kbps
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 78.
4. Launch the player on the 3GPP-compatible mobile devices (e.g., Real Player).
5. Type the following URL commands in the URL eld.
The address format is rtsp://<public ip address of your camera>:<rtsp port>/<RTSP streaming
access name for stream 3>.
For example:
rtsp://192.168.5.151:554/live.sdp
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Using VIVOTEK Recording Software
The product software CD also contains 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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Main Page
This chapter explains the screen elements on the main page. It is composed of the following
sections: VIVOTEK INC. Logo, Host Name, Camera Control Area, Conguration Area, and Live
Video Window.
VIVOTEK logo
Resize Buttons
Host name
Configuration
Area
Camera Control
Panel
Live View 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 > General
Settings on page 42.
Camera Control Area
Display mode:
to the sheye lens’ wide coverage of 180º hemispheric and 360º panoramic views and to manipulate the
details within, the following display modes are provided:
This is a brand new conguration menu exclusively designed for Fisheye cameras. Due
1O - One Original sheye view.
1P - One Panoramic view
1R - One Regional view
1P2R - One Panoramic and two Regional views (Wall mount)
2P - Two Panoramic views
1P3R - One Panoramic and three Regional views (Wall mount)
1O3R - One Original and three Regional views
4R - Four Regional views
4R PRO - Four Regional views interactively displayed when the eld
of view changes in any of the views
1O8R - One Original and eight Regional views
* Most display modes are available in the Ceiling mount type.
* See following discussions for detailed explanation of these modes. If
selected, the Wall mount type provides another two distinctive modes.
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IMPORTANT:
The Local dewarp function is designed for use with 3rd-party software that did not implement the
dewarp plug-ins. A video stream can be dewarped on the camera into a regional or panoramic
view before being sent to the client side. However, since the video has already been dewarped
into a more viewable rectilinear view, you can not exert PTZ control or change the view angle on
the client computer.
When using the Local dewarp, you should rst congure the view angle of a regional view in the
PTZ > PTZ settings window.
Below are the appearances of the control panel when the Local dewarp function is enabled or
disabled. The PTZ panel and the Display mode menu disappear when a video stream is using
the Local dewarp function. See page 65 for more information.
Local dewarp (on camera) Dewarp by client-side plug-ins Dewarp by client-side plug-ins
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1O (Original) Display mode:
When mounted on a ceiling, the sheye camera can
cover an approximately 50 m² of surveillance area (hung
at a height of approximately 3 meters), while still keeping
details in videos with recognizable facial features of
people trafcking through the area.
The 1O view is especially adequate for taking an overview glimpse of surveillance area with a ceiling mount
camera.
1O View (Original View)
180° Hemispheric
1P (Single Panoramic) Display mode:
With image correction rmware algorithms, the hemispheric image is transformed into a rectilinear stripe
in the 1P display mode. Viewers can use the PTZ panel or simply use mouse control to quickly move
through the 360º panoramic view. (Mouse control on the Panoramic view is available with the Ceiling
mount type.)
Note that the 1P view is apt for an overview, the Zoom in/out function does not apply in this mode.
Swipe to scroll horizontally
IMPORTANT:
If the Local dewarp mode is selected for a video stream, the mouse control on the screen will
be disabled. For example, if Local dewarp "1R" mode is selected (see description on the next
page), its view angle will not be congurable using the mouse control.
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1R (Single Regional) Display mode:
The 1R mode provides access to one image section within the hemisphere. You can zoom in or out
(using the mouse wheel or PTZ panel) or travel to other areas in the hemisphere using mouse clicks and
swipes. A single click on a particular object can bring the object to the center of your view window. Click
and hold down the left mouse button, and you can swipe the view both horizontally and vertically.
1R View (Single Regional View)
Zoom Out
Zoom in/out
&
all-directional
navigation control
2P (Dual Panoramic View) Display mode:
Zoom In
Similar to 1P, the 2P display mode provides simultaneous access to both the left and right sections of a
hemisphere. Both panoramic views are corrected into a more viewable dewarped image. Viewers can
use a mouse click and swipe to quickly scroll horizontally through the surveillance area.
* Note that the dividing line falls approximately on center of the VIVOTEK logo.
2P View (Panoramic View)
Converted to rectilinear view (Dewarp)
Right hemi
Left hemi
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