Vivotek PD8136 User Manual
Pan/Tilt Dome
PD8136
Network Camera
User’s Manual
1MP • Pan/Tilt • PoE
Rev. 1.0
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Table of Contents
Overview...............................................................................................................................................................4
Read Before Use ............................................................................................................................................. 5
Package Contents ........................................................................................................................................... 5
Symbols and Statements in this Document ..................................................................................................... 5
Physical Description
Restoring defaults ...........................................................................................................................................7
Installation ............................................................................................................................................................8
.................................................................................................................................... 6
Hardware Installation
Network Deployment ..................................................................................................................................... 12
Software Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 14
Ready to Use .................................................................................................................................................15
Accessing the Network Camera ......................................................................................................................... 16
Using Web Browsers ..................................................................................................................................... 16
Using RTSP Players ...................................................................................................................................... 18
Using 3GPP-compatible Mobile Devices ....................................................................................................... 19
Using VIVOTEK Recording Software ............................................................................................................ 20
Main Page ..........................................................................................................................................................21
Client Settings ....................................................................................................................................................27
Conguration ......................................................................................................................................................29
System > General settings ............................................................................................................................ 30
System > Homepage layout ......................................................................................................................... 32
System > Logs ..............................................................................................................................................36
System > Parameters ................................................................................................................................... 37
System > Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................38
Media > Image ............................................................................................................................................42
Media > Video ...............................................................................................................................................47
Media > Audio................................................................................................................................................ 50
Network > General settings ........................................................................................................................... 51
Network > Streaming protocols ................................................................................................................... 58
Network > SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)
Security > User Account ................................................................................................................................ 68
Security > HTTPS
Security > Access List ................................................................................................................................. 76
PTZ > PTZ settings ......................................................................................................................................81
Event > Event settings ..................................................................................................................................84
Applications > Motion detection.....................................................................................................................98
Applications > Tampering Detection ............................................................................................................ 101
Recording > Recording settings ................................................................................................................. 102
Local storage > SD card management ........................................................................................................ 107
Local storage > Content management ........................................................................................................ 108
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(Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL)
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URL Commands for the Network Camera .......................................................................................................... 110
Technical Specications ..................................................................................................................................... 112
Technology License Notice ................................................................................................................................. 113
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ................................................................................................................. 114
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Overview
VIVOTEK PD8136 is 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,
high resolution video with pan & tilt control. With a stylish design and small footprint to t most
installation environments, it is the best choice for indoor surveillance applications such as retail
stores, ofces, or homes.
With flexible 360-degree pan and 80-degree tilt, PD8136 gives users comprehensive control
over a monitored site. The PD8136 supports the industry-standard H.264 compression
technology, drastically reducing file sizes and conserving valuable network bandwidth. In
addition, PD8136 is integrated with Power over Ethernet functionality, making installation easier
and more cost-efcient. Together with the bundled, multi-lingual 32-channel recording software
ST7501, users can set up an easy-to-use IP surveillance system with ease.
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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
■ PD8136
■ Ceiling Mount Brackets
■ Screws / RJ45 female-female Coupler
■ Quick Installation Guide
■ Software CD / Warranty Card
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
Top View
Lens
Built-in Microphone
Status LED
Bottom View
MicroSD/SDHC Socket
Reset Button
Ethernet 10/100
RJ45 cable
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LED Denitions
Item LED Status Description
1 Steady Red Power on and system booting
Red LED off Power off
2 Steady Red + blinking Green every 1 sec. (Green 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 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 every 0.15
sec.
Network heartbeat
Upgrading rmware
Restoring defaults
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Hardware Reset
The reset button is used to reset the system or to 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 paper clip or thin object. Wait for the
Network Camera to reboot.
Restore: Press and hold the recessed reset button for a while to restore. Note that all settings
will be restored to factory default.
SD/SDHC/SDXC Card Capacity
This network camera is compliant with SD/SDHC/SDXC 32GB, 64GB, and other preceding
standard SD cards.
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Installation
Hardware Installation
Mounting Plate and Camera Orientation
When installing the camera, orient the default front on the mounting plate (illustrated below)
towards the area of your interest. The camera lens' central position is aligned with the
VIVOTEK logo on the dome cover.
The Default Front
The Default Front
The Default Front
Home Position
Drill hole
Drill hole
Cable
P/N : 62xxxxxxxx
Drill hole
hole
0°
180° Pan
180° Pan
Stop Point
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Install MicroSD Card
Open the MicroSD card plastic cover at the bottom using a small athead screwdriver. Flip
the socket cover forward and up. Insert a MicroSD card, close the cover, and push it back
to secure the installation. Install the plastic cover by pressing it back to its original position.
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Mounting the Network Camera
1. Attach base plate "A" of the ceiling mount bracket to the bottom of camera and secure it
with two small round head screws. Note that the guiding edge of the base plate (where a
screw hole is available) must protrude from the edge of camera.
2. Use the included alignment sticker, orient the sticker toward the direction you prefer.
3. Drill three holes into the ceiling; hammer the plastic anchors into the holes.
4. Install ceiling mounting plate "B" to the ceiling with three screws.
5. Slide the Network Camera into mounting plate "B."
6. Secure the camera to the mounting plate with a small screw.
2
Home Position
P/N : 62xxxxxxxx
Drill hole
Drill hole
Cable
hole
Drill hole
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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 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 14 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
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Internet. Please refer to Network Type on page 51 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 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 49 for details.
General Connection
When using a PoE-enabled switch
This Network Camera is PoE-compliant, allowing transmission of power and data via a single
Ethernet cable. Follow the below illustration to connect the camera to a PoE enabled switch
via Ethernet cable.
Ethernet Switch
POWER
COLLISION
LINK
RECEIVE
1
2
PARTITION
3
4
5
When using a non-PoE switch
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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COLLISION
LINK
RECEIVE
1
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PARTITION
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Non-PoE Switch
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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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3. The program will search for all VIVOTEK network devices on the same LAN.
4. After a brief search, the main installer window will prompt. Double-click on the MAC and
model name which matches the product label on your device to connect to the Network
Camera via a web browser.
Network Camera
Model No: PD8136
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
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Made in Taiwan
00-02-D1-73-02-02 192.168.5.151 PD8136
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.
IMPORTANT:
Currently the Network Camera utilizes a 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
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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 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. (A temporary IP will be
generated for the camera. Find it in your Network Neighborhood). Press Enter.
3. Live video will display in your web browser.
4. If it is the rst time installing the VIVOTEK network camera, an information bar will pop up as
shown below. Follow the instructions to install the required plug-in on your computer.
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Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox).
NOTE:
For Mozilla Firefox or Netscape 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.
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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 68.
► If you see a dialog box indicating that your security settings prohibit running ActiveX
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Controls, please enable the ActiveX
Controls for your browser.
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1. Choose Tools > Internet Options > Security > Custom Level.
2. Look for Download signed ActiveX
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controls; select Enable or Prompt. Click OK.
3. Refresh your web browser, then install the ActiveX
complete installation.
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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 Media Player
VLC media player
1. Launch the RTSP player.
2. Choose File > Open URL. An URL dialog box will pop up.
mpegable Player
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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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
12.
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 and audio streaming parameters as listed below.
For more information, please refer to Stream settings on page 48.
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 59.
4. Launch the player on the 3GPP-compatible mobile devices (e.g., Quick Time Player).
5. Key in 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 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 layout of the main page. It is composed of the following sections:
VIVOTEK INC. Logo, Host Name, Camera Control Area, Configuration Area, and Live Video
Window.
VIVOTEK INC.
Logo
Camera Control
Area
Hide Button
Resize Buttons
Host Name
Configuration
Area
Live View Window
Mouse and Screen Control
In addition to the use of a joystick, mouse control is also supported by the web session. You can click on
any spot on the screen to move camera's eld of view to that direction. Click on a corner to move to that
direction. Note that you can horizontally pan to the right or left by a 180 degrees from the central point,
until reaching the stop point.
Click on a corner
to move to that direction
Click to bring to
center of view
Note that if your screen control malfunctions, it is possible that the CPU of your current view station can
not cope with the HD video feeds or that an incompatibility issue occurred with the ActiveX control plugins.
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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 either one for live viewing. For more information about multiple streams, please refer to page 56
for detailed information.
Manual Triggers: Click to reveal the manual trigger buttons.
PTZ Control Panel:
Up
Return to Home Position
Left
Right
Down
Start to Auto Pan
Start to Auto Patrol
Stop Auto Panning/patrolling
Pan: Click this button to start the auto pan (will pan 180° to one side, pan 180° to the other, and then
return to the home position).
Stop: Click this button to stop the Auto Pan and Auto Patrol action.
Patrol: Once the Administrator has congured the list of preset positions, click this button to command
the camera to patrol among those positions on the Patrol List. The Network Camera will patrol through
the preset positions for one time. For more information, please refer to PTZ control on page 81.
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 rwmare versions).
Removing your browser cookies will solve this problem.
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Pan /Tilt speed: Adjust the speed of Pan/ Tilt movement:
Pan speed Tilt speed Zoom speed Focus speed
-5 -5 -5 -5 Slower
-4 -4 -4 -4
-3 -3 -3 -3
-2 -2 -2 -2
-1 -1 -1 -1
0 0 0 0
1 1 1 1
2 2 2 2
3 3 3 3
4 4 4 4
5 5 5 5
Faster
Note that mouse screen control is also supported. You can refer to page 81 for related information.
Conguration Area
Client Settings: Click this button to access the client setting page. For more information, please refer to
Client Settings on page 27.
Conguration: Click this button to access the conguration 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 Conguration 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
. You can
also change a language on the Conguration page; please refer to page 29.
Hide Button
You can click the hide button to hide the control panel or display the control panel.
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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.
Go to
If you have preset PTZ positions, these positions will be available in the Go to menu. Please refer to
page 81 for more information.
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
Video (TPC-AV)
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2012/09/10 17:08:56
Time
Video and Audio Control Buttons
Video Title: The video title can be congured. For more information, please refer to Video settings on
page 42.
H.264 / MPEG-4 Protocol and Media Options: The transmission protocol and media options for H.264 /
MPEG-4 video streaming. For further conguration, please refer to Client Settings on page 27.
Time: Display the current time. For further configuration, please refer to Media > Image > General
settings on page 42.
Title and Time: The video title and time can be stamped on the streaming video. For further conguration,
please refer to Media > Image > General settings on page 42.
Title 2012/09/05 10:39:08
Video and Audio Control Buttons: Depending on the Network Camera model and Network Camera
conguration, some buttons may not be available.
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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 magnied. 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.
Volume: When the audio is not muted, 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.
Mic Volume: When the Mute function is not activated, move the slider bar to adjust the
microphone volume on the local computer.
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:
Video Title
Title and Time
Video (HTTP-V)
Video 17:08:56 2012/09/10
Video Title: The video title can be congured. 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.
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Time
Video Control Buttons
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 and Audio Control Buttons: Depending on the Network Camera model and Network Camera
conguration, 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 magnied. 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 trafc 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 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 60.
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 specic 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 the button - 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.
File name prex: Enter the text that will be appended to the front of the video le name.
Add date and time sufx to the le name: Select this option to append the date and time to the end of the
le name of the recorded videos.
CLIP_20110328-180853
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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Conguration
Click Configuration on the main page to enter the camera setting pages. Note that only
Administrators can access the configuration page. Please refer to page 68 Security > User
Account for how to congure access rights for different users.
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
conguration 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.
Show below are the locations of the Basic Mode and the Advanced Mode screen elements:
Basic Mode
Navigation Area
Configuration List
Click to switch to Advanced Mode
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Navigation Area
Configuration List
Click to switch to Basic Mode
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Each function on the conguration list will be explained in the following sections. Those functions that are
displayed only in Advanced Mode are tagged with
Advanced Mode
. If you want to congure advanced
functions, please click [Advanced Mode] on the bottom of the conguration list to quickly switch over.
Navigation Area provides an instant switch among Home page (the monitoring page for live viewing),
Conguration page, and multi-language selection.
System > General settings
This section explains how to congure 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.
System
Host name: Enter a desired name for the Network Camera. The text will be displayed at the top of the
main page.
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System time
Keep current date and time: Select this option to preserve the current date and time of the Network
Camera. The Network Camera’s internal real-time clock maintains the date and time even when the
power of the system is turned off.
Synchronize with computer time: Select this option to synchronize the date and time of the Network
Camera with the local computer. The read-only date and time of the PC is displayed as updated.
Manual: The administrator can enter the date and time manually. Note that the date and time format are
[yyyy/mm/dd] and [hh:mm:ss].
Automatic: The Network Time Protocol is a protocol which synchronizes computer clocks by periodically
querying an NTP Server.
NTP server: Assign the IP address or domain name of an established time server. Leaving the text box
blank connects the Network Camera to the default time servers.
Update interval: Select to update the time using the NTP server on an hourly, daily, weekly, or monthly
basis.
Time zone
Advanced Mode
: Select the appropriate time zone from the list. If you want to upload
Daylight Savings Time rules, please refer to System > Maintenance > Import/ Export les on page 39
for details.
When nished with the settings on this page, click Save at the bottom of the page to enable the settings.
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