Vivotek IP8165HP User Manual

Box

IP8155/65HP

Network Camera

User’s Manual

1.3/2MP • WDR Pro • Remote back Focus

Rev. 1.0

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Table of Contents

Overview

Revision History �� 4

Read Before Use �� 5

Package Contents �� 5

Symbols and Statements in this Document �� 5

Physical Description �� 6

Mounting the Lens to the Camera �� 7

Network Deployment �� 10

Software Installation �� 13

Ready to Use �� 14

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Accessing the Network Camera

Using Web Browsers �� 16

Using RTSP Players �� 19

Using 3GPP-compatible Mobile Devices �� 20

Using VIVOTEK Recording Software �� 21

Main Page Client Settings

Conguration

System > General settings �� 35

System > Homepage layout �� 37

System > Logs �� 40

System > Parameters �� 42

System > Maintenance �� 43

Media > Image �� 47

Media > Video �� 58

Media > Audio�� 62

Network > General settings �� 63

Network > Streaming protocols �� 71

Network > SNMP

Security > User ac

Security > HTT Security > Access List �� 89

PTZ > PTZ settings �� 94

PTZ �� 97

Event > Event settings�� 102

Applications > Motion detection�� 116

Applications > DI and DO �� 119

Applications > Tampering detection �� 11 9

Applications > Audio detection �� 120

Applications > VADP (VIVOTEK Application Development Platform) �� 122

Recording > Recording settings �� 124

Local storage > SD card management �� 129

Local storage > Content management �� 130

Appendix

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(Simple Network Management Protocol) ��80

counts �� 81

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URL Commands for the Network Camera �� 133

Technical Specications ��226

Technology License Notice ��227

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ��228

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Overview

VIVOTEK IP8155HP and 8165HP is a professional box network camera series offering up to 60 fps @ 1�3- or 2-Megapixel resolution with superb image quality�

Featuring the new improved Wide Dynamic Range Technology WDR Pro II, (WDR Pro for IP8165HP), it provides extreme visibility in high light contrast environments with 4-shutter capture method� Combined with 3D Noise Reduction Technology, which enables the IP8155HP to capture clear, polished video under low-light conditions and reduce bandwidth from sensor noise, users can identify an increased level of image detail in extremely bright as well as dark environments�

To provide top-notch image quality, IP8155HP and 8165HP also comes with a P-iris lens, which controls the iris with extreme precision with its built-in stepper motor� By using software controls, the lens maintains the iris opening at an optimal level at all times, resulting in superior sharpness and depth of field� Furthermore, for installers, properly adjusting the focus of a megapixel

network camera can be difcult due to the level of image detail. Therefore, IP8155HP/8165HP

is also designed with VIVOTEK’s RBF (Remote Back Focus) System for installer to adjust focus more pricisely�

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

■ IP8155 / IP8165HP

■ CS-mount lens

■ Camera Stand

■ L-type Hex key wrench

■ Software CD

■ Quick Installation Guide

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

Front Panel

Lens

Light Sensor

Rear Panel

Microphone In

Audio Out

Focus Assist Button

General I/O Terminal Block

NTSC/PAL Switch

Recessed Reset Button

SD/SDHC Card Slot

Ethernet 10/100 RJ45

Socket

Status LED

BNC Video Out

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Lens

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Zoom Controller

Focus Controller

Mounting the Lens to the Camera

1� Mount the lens by turning it clockwise onto the camera mount until it stops�

2� Connect the P-iris control cable to the socket�

1

2

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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 definitions are described below. The “AC/DC pw” pins can be

used to connect both 24V AC and 12V DC power source�

DO+ DODI1+ DI2+ DI3+ DI- (common GND) RS485RS485+

AC/DC pw AC/DC pw

DI/DO Diagram

Please refer to the following illustration for the connection method�

12V

+12V

Power+12V

Digital input

Ground

GND

VDC

Input

GND

Camera Power

Input

Digital output

VDC

Switch

Camera Power

+12 VDC Max.

Switch

+12 VDC

BJT transistor

Output

Relay

NOTE:

The maximum output load from DO pins is 50mA�

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BJT transistor

Output

Relay

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Hardware Reset

Recessed

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, 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/SDXC Card Capacity

This network camera is compliant with Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC 16GB / 8GB / 32GB / 64GB and other preceding standard SD cards�

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Network Deployment

General Connection (with PoE)

1. If you have external devices such as sensors and alarms, connect them to the general I/O

terminal block�

2� Connect the camera to a switch via Ethernet cable� 3� Connect the power cable from the Network Camera to a power outlet�

1� DO+ 2� DO3� DI1+ 4� DI2+ 5� DI3+ 6� DI- (common GND) 7� RS485-

8: RS485+

9. AC/DC pw

10. AC/DC pw

1

2

POWER

COLLISION

1

LINK

RECEIVE

2

PARTITION

3

4

5

PoE Switch

NOTE:

1� The camera is only to be connected to PoE networks without routing to outside plants� 2� For PoE connections, use only UL listed I�T�E� with PoE output�

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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 13 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

Internet

Cable or DSL Modem

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

LINK

POWER

COLLISION

RECEIVE

1

2

PARTITION

3

4

5

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 63 for details�

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 ��

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Congure the router, virtual server or rewall, so that the router can forward any data coming into a precongured 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

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When properly congured, 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 conguration page, please open the ports

accordingly on your router� For example, you can open a management session with your

router to congure access through the router to the camera within your local network. Please consult your network administrator for router conguration if you have troubles with the conguration.

For more information with network conguration options (such as that of streaming ports), please refer to Conguration > Network Settings. VIVOTEK also provides the automatic

port forwarding feature as an NAT traversal function with the precondition that your router must support the UPnP port forwarding feature�

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 63 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 64 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�

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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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: IP8155HP

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 o HS

Made in Taiwan

00-02-D1-73-02-02 192.168.5.151 IP8155HP

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�

3. Unscrew the zoom controller to adjust the zoom factor. Upon completion, tighten the zoom

controller�

4� Unscrew the focus controller to adjust the focus range� Upon completion, tighten the focus

controller�

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NOTE:

When choosing the lens for your camera, please notice the specications as below.

The screw mount (distance A-C) must be shorter than 5�2mm; in case that the bottom of

screw mount may hit the IR Cut Filter�

A C

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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

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 or Mozilla Firefox).

NOTE

NOTE:

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

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 81�

► 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

complete installation�

®

control� Follow the instructions to

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IMPORTANT:

1. 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.

2. 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�

3. On Windows 7, the 32-bit explorer browser can be accessed from here:

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

NOTE:

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

and are capable of 1600x1200 or better resolutions�

2. Below are the defaults for Audio settings: For cameras with built-in microphone: Not Muted. For cameras without built-in microphone: Muted.

To receive audio input from external microphone, you may need to enable the audio

input from Media > Audio� Refer to page 62 for more information�

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

previously installed�

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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

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 72�

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 72 for details�

Video 16:38:01 2012/01/25

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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 10�

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 72�

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 58�

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 72�

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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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�

Resize Buttons

VIVOTEK INC. Logo

Camera Control Area

Hide Button

Host Name

Configuration Area

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 on page 35.

Camera Control Area

Video Stream: This Network Camera supports multiple streams (stream 1 ~ 3) simultaneously. You can select any of them for live viewing� For more information about multiple streams, please refer to page 58 for detailed information�

Manual Trigger: Click to enable/disable an event trigger manually. Please configure an event setting

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

information about event setting, please refer to page 97� 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”.

Digital Output: Click to turn the digital output device on or off.

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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 77� For more information about how to set up the viewing region of the current video stream, please refer to Viewing Windows on page 61�

PTZ control: If a different control interface, e.g., the RS485, is connected, you can select the Mechanical PTZ control� For example, the camera can be mounted on a mechanical scanner that enables moving the shooting direction�

The viewing region of the curruent video stream

The largest frame size

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H.264 / MPEG-4 Protocol and Media Options

Conguration Area

Client Settings: Click this button to access the client setting page. For more information, please refer to Client Settings on page 28�

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 34.

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 34.

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. 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:

Video Title

Title and Time

Zoom Indicator

Video (TPC-AV)

Video 17:08:56 2014/02/25

x4.0

Video Title: The video title can be congured. For more information, please refer to Video Settings on page 47�

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 28.

2014/02/25 17:08:56

Time

Video and Audio Control Buttons

Time: Display the current time. For further conguration, please refer to Media > Image > Genral settings on page 47�

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 49�

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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 94 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 94.

For more information about how to set up the viewing region of the current video stream, please refer to page 94�

The viewing region of the curruent video stream

The largest frame size

NOTE:

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

are capable of 1600x1200 or better resolutions�

2. Below are the defaults for Audio settings:

For cameras with built-in microphone: Not Muted. For cameras without built-in microphone: Muted.

To receive audio into from external microphone, you may need to enable the audio input

from Media > Audio� Refer to page 62 for more information�

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Video and Audio 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 29 for details�

Volume: When the Mute function is not activated, move the slider bar to adjust the volume on the

local computer�

Mute: Turn off the volume on the local computer� The button becomes the Audio On button after

clicking the Mute button�

Talk: Click this button to talk to people around the Network Camera. Audio will project from

the external speaker connected to the Network Camera� Click this button

again to end talking

transmission�

Mic Volume: When the Mute function is not activated, move the slider bar to adjust the

microphone volume on the local computer�

Mute: Turn off the Mic volume on the local computer� The button becomes the Mic On button

after clicking the Mute button�

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

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Video Title

Title and Time

Video (HTTP-V)

Video 17:08:56 2014/02/25

2014/02/25 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 49�

Time: Display the current time. For more information, please refer to Media > Image on page 49.

Title and Time: Video title and time can be stamped on the streaming video. For more information, please refer to Media > Image on page 49

�

Video and Audio 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�

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 29 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 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 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 72�

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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Two way audio

Half duplex: Audio is transmitted from one direction at a time, e.g., from a PC holding a web console with the camera� Full duplex: Audio is transmitted in both directions simultaneously.

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

Due to the unsteady bandwidth ow, 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 area for a few seconds before playing 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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Joystick Settings

Enable Joystick

Connect to the USB plug of the joystick to a USB port on your management computer� Supported

by the plug-in in the main page (Microsoft’s DirectX), once the plug-in in the main page is loaded, it

will automatically detect if there is any joystick on the computer� The joystick should work properly without installing any other driver or software�

Then you can begin to configure the joystick settings of connected devices� Please follow the instructions below to enable joystick settings�

1. Right-click on a live view window. Select Joystick Settings. If your joystick is working properly, it

will be displayed on the drop-down list�

c� Select the joystick you want to congure. Check Enable Joystick, then click Congure Buttons

to open Buttons conguration window.

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