American Dynamics Illustra Flex Series User manual

Illustra Flex Series
1MP Wireless Cube
User Manual
8200-1027-01 B0

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Notice
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Table of Content
WARNING ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
Preface............................................................................................................................................................ 5
1. Product Overview................................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Physical Characteristics .................................................................................................................. 6
2. Installation and Connection ............................................................................................................... 8
2.1 Unpack Everything ........................................................................................................................... 8
2.2 Installation ......................................................................................................................................... 8
2.2.1 Checking Appearance............................................................................................................. 8
2.2.2 Connecting the wires............................................................................................................... 8
2.2.3 Mounting.................................................................................................................................. 9
2.2.4 Network Topology...................................................................................................................11
2.3 Connection ...................................................................................................................................... 12
2.3.1 System Requirements........................................................................................................... 12
2.3.2 Connecting from a computer................................................................................................. 13
2.3.3 Default IP address................................................................................................................. 14
2.3.4 Internet options setting from PC............................................................................................ 14
2.3.5 Using the illustra Connect Tool to Manage Cameras............................................................ 15
2.3.6 Verify connection between PC and IP Camera..................................................................... 15
2.3.7 Viewing Preparation.............................................................................................................. 16
2.3.8 Login Window........................................................................................................................ 19
3. Administration and Configuration .................................................................................................. 20
3.1 Live View.......................................................................................................................................... 20
3.2 Configuration................................................................................................................................... 22
3.2.1 Image Parameters................................................................................................................. 22
3.2.2 Event Settings ....................................................................................................................... 34
3.2.3 Network Settings................................................................................................................... 37
3.2.4 WIFI Settings......................................................................................................................... 40
3.2.5 Account.................................................................................................................................. 44
3.2.6 System .................................................................................................................................. 46
3.2.7 Event Log .............................................................................................................................. 49
3.2.8 Client ..................................................................................................................................... 49
3.2.9 Information ............................................................................................................................ 50

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WARNING
This unit operates at DC 5V.
Installation and service should be performed only by qualified and experienced technicians and comply
with all local codes and rules to maintain your warranty.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
Wipe the camera with a dry soft cloth. For tough stains, slightly apply with diluted neutral detergent and
wipe with a dry soft cloth.
Do not apply benzene or thinner to the camera, which may cause the surface of the unit to be melted or
lens to be fogged.
Avoid aligning the lens to very bright objects (example, light fixtures) for long periods of time.
Avoid operating or storing the unit in the following locations:
Extremely humid, dusty, or hot/cold environments (recommended operating temperature: -10°C to
+40°C)
Close to sources of powerful radio or TV transmitters
Close to fluorescent lamps or objects with reflections
Under unstable or flickering light sources
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). Correct disposal of this product
(applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection
systems). This product should be disposed of, at the end of its useful life, as per applicable
local laws, regulations, and procedures.

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Preface
This user manual is designed as a reference for the installation and manipulations of the unit including the
camera’s features, functions, and detailed explanation of the menu tree. The reader is supposed to be able to
get following information in the manual.
Product Overview: the main functions and system requirements of the unit.
Installation and Connection: instructions on unit installation and wire connections.
Administration and Configuration: the main menu navigation and controls explanations.

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1. Product Overview
1.1 Physical Characteristics
FIGURE 1-1: PHYSICAL DIMENSION A
FIGURE 1-2: PHYSICAL DIMENSION B&PICTORIAL INDEX*
* Refer to table 1-1 for definitions
Unit: mm
Unit: mm

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TABLE 1-1: PICTORIAL INDEX DEFINITION
Index #
Name
Description
1 WIFI antenna Sending/receiving radio signals from computers or other WIFI
facilities for wireless communication
2 MIC Audio IN
3 Infrared LED* Illumination for night vision
4 Lens Fixed lens
5 Speaker Audio OUT (Optional)
6 Default Button Resetting the unit to factory default (press and hold for 5
seconds)
This button also has WPS function. Please press this button
around 2 sec then WPS will be connecting.
7 Reset Button Rebooting the system.
8 RJ-45
Ethernet Connector Wired network connection socket
9 Power Terminal Inlet for the power adaptor (DC 5V±10%, 1.5A)
10 Unit stand The unit’s body support
11 LED Indicator Red Light On Wired Network Ready With Networking
Red Light Blinks Wired Network Ready Without Networking
Blue Light On
Wireless Network Ready With Networking
and AP connection
When ad hoc of WIFI mode is enabled and
networking, the blue light will turn on.
WPS ready and connection
Blue Light Blinks Wireless Network Ready Without Networking and
AP connection
Blue Light Blinks
Rapid WPS ready without networking
* D/N mode setting is auto. Cube network camera with IR ON will automatically switch to B/W mode when
the illumination is under a certain threshold.
Note Once wired networking is unavailable, please press and hold the default Button for 5
seconds to restore the unit to factory default settings so you may reach the unit at its
default IP address for good. Please use Illustra Connect to find the IP address again.
If you want to use wireless network, you can press and hold Default (WPS) button a few
seconds to connect the network. The LED status will turn blue after WPS successful
connection. Otherwise, the blue light will always blink rapid. When WPS can’t success
connection, please repeat the operation.

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2. Installation and Connection
2.1 Unpack Everything
Check everything in the packing box matches to the order form and the packing slip. In addition to this
manual, items below are included in the packing box.
One unit of Megapixel Wireless Cube Day/Night Network camera
One set of WIFI antenna & unit stand
Four TP4×15mm tapping screws
Four screw anchors
One CD containing Illustra Connect, user manual and quick installation guide
One mounting template
One power adaptor ADCi600F-W012
One printed quick installation guide
Please contact your dealer if any item missing.
2.2 Installation
Following tools might help you complete the installation:
a drill
screwdrivers
wire cutters
2.2.1 Checking Appearance
When first unboxing, please check whether if there is any visible damage to appearance of the unit and its
accessories. The protective materials used for the packaging should be able to protect the unit from most of
accidents during transportation.
Please remove the protective part of the unit when every item is checked in accordance with the list
in 2.1 Unpacking Everything.
2.2.2 Connecting the wires
Connect the DC 5V power adaptor to camera.
Connect the network cable to the RJ-45 terminal of a switch.

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2.2.3 Mounting
The WIFI antenna and the unit stand are the necessity to mount a complete unit.
FIGURE 2-1: ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY EXPLODED VIEW
This unit has two ways to mount. You can attach the stand to one of holes at either end, one is at the back of
the unit; the other, bottom, of the unit as the following figures.
FIGURE 2-2: ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY SIDE VIEW
1
2
3
Unit: mm
1. WIFI antenna
2. Camera’s body
3. Unit stand

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After the unit assembled, mount the unit to the ceiling or wall by steps below.
1. Attach the mounting template to the ceiling or wall.
2. Drill four holes, and then insert the screw anchors into the holes.
3. Secure the bottom case of the unit to the ceiling or wall with the TP4×15 mm tapping screws.
Note
Depending on the material of your mounting surface, you may require different screws and
anchors than those supplied.
FIGURE 2-3: MOUNTING DIAGRAM
1 Screw anchors(×4)
2 TP4×15 tapping screws(×4)

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2.2.4 Network Topology
The camera can deliver video images and audio in real time using the Internet and Intranet. It's equipped with
Ethernet RJ-45 network interface.
FIGURE 2-4: NETWORK TOPOLOGY
Figure 2-4 illustrates how the Illustra Flex 1MP Wireless Cube unit routes packet through the internetworking.
With proper settings, users are able to manipulate the 1MP Wireless Cube unit from both inside and outside
of the administrative domain.

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2.3 Connection
2.3.1 System Requirements
Below table lists the minimum requirement to implement and operate 1MP Wireless Cube unit. No
hardware/software component underestimated is recommended.
TABLE 2-1: SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
System Hardware
CPU Intel Pentium 4 2.4GHz or equivalent
RAM 1 GB
Display NVIDIA GeForce 6 Series or ATI Mobility Radeon 9500 (DirectX 9 compatible)
System Software
Operating System Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7
Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 or above
Unit
Power Supply DC 5V
Networking
Wired 10/100BASE-T Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)
Wireless* Wi-Fi wireless networking (based on IEEE 802.11n specification); IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
compatible
*Effective wireless connection speed varies from environments and distances between access points.
Note All the installation and operations should comply with your local electricity safety rules.

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2.3.2 Connecting from a computer
There are two kinds of connection methods for your selection. One is wired connection and the other one is
wireless connection.
Way 1: Wired connection
FIGURE 2-5: WIRED CONNECTING FROM A COMPUTER
Note The status LED of camera will turn red when obtaining an IP address and the network
connection is processing.
Way 2: Wireless connection
Press and hold the WPS button on your Camera for 2 seconds. The LED should blink blue light rapid.
Within one minute, press the WPS button on your router.
Note The status LED of camera will turn blue when obtaining an IP address and the network
connection is processing.
FIGURE 2-6: WIRELESS CONNECTING FROM A COMPUTER

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2.3.3 Default IP address
Since this is a network-based unit, the unit’s default IP address was assigned by Router in DHCP server
mode. Please enabled a DHCP server in your network, the unit would obtain an IP address automatically
from the DHCP server so that you don’t need to change the camera’s IP address.
2.3.4 Internet options setting from PC
Please open network connection status and then click Properties.
FIGURE 2-7: INTERNET OPTIONS 1/3
Enable IPv4 in Internet options.
FIGURE 2-8: INTERNET OPTIONS 2/3

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Also, click Properties and set to obtain an IP address and DNS server address automatically.
FIGURE 2-9: INTERNET OPTIONS 3/3
Before starting Internet Explorer, use Illustra Connect to find the default IP address.
2.3.5 Using the illustra Connect Tool to Manage Cameras
In addition to using the IE browser to access your camera, you can alternatively use the provided tool, illustra
Connect.
illustra Connect is a management tool designed to manage your network cameras on the LAN. It can:
help you find multiple network cameras
set the IP addresses
show connection status
manage firmware upgrades
For further information on Illustra Connect, refer to the Illustra Connect User Guide, located on the CD
supplied.
2.3.6 Verify connection between PC and IP Camera
Check whether if the networking available between the unit and the computer by executing ping the
default IP address. To do this, simply start a command prompt (Windows: from the Start Menu, select
Program. Then select Accessories and choose Command Prompt.)
At the prompt window, type “Ping x.x.x.x”, where x.x.x.x is the IP address of the camera (the default
address of IP camera is 192.168.1.168).
If the message “Reply from…” appears, it means the connection is available.

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2.3.7 Viewing Preparation
Images of the unit can be viewed through Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 or above. Before viewing, follow these
steps to enable the display.
1. Enable Cookies as instructions below
In Internet Explorer, click Internet Options on the Tools menu.
On the Privacy tab, move the settings slider to Low or Accept All Cookies.
Click OK.
2. When a proxy server is used, click Internet Options on the Tools menus of Internet Explorer, select
Connect tab, click LAN button, and set proxy server.
3. Change Security in Internet options as instructions below.
On Tools menu, click Internet Options.
Press the Security tab.
If the camera operates inside of the intranet, click the Intranet icon.
If the camera operates outside of the intranet, click the Internet icon.
Click Custom Level. This will open the Security Settings – Internet Zone screen.
FIGURE 2-10: SECURITY SETTINGS 1/4

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Scroll down to the ActiveX controls and plug-ins radio buttons and set as follows:
【Download signed ActiveX controls】Prompt (recommended)
【Download unsigned ActiveX controls】Prompt
【Initialize and script ActiveX not marked as safe for scripting】Prompt
FIGURE 2-11: SECURITY SETTINGS 2/4
【Automatic prompting for ActiveX controls】Enable
FIGURE 2-12: SECURITY SETTINGS 3/4

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【Run ActiveX controls and plug-ins】Enable
【Script ActiveX controls marked safe for scripting*】Enable
FIGURE 2-13: SECURITY SETTINGS 4/4
Press OK to save the settings.
Close all Microsoft Internet Explorer Windows and restart a new window. This will allow the new settings
taking effect.

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2.3.8 Login Window
1. Type your setting IP address into the browser.
2. A login window should pop up.
FIGURE 2-14: LOGIN WINDOW 1/2
In the window, please enter the default user name: admin and set password/password (confirm) to login
window.
If you are the first time to login window, you can set a favorite password then Save it. The password will
be memorized on the system. Please don’t forget the password when you login IP website again.
FIGURE 2-15: LOGIN WINDOW 2/2
3. If user name and password are correct, you should be able to see the camera image screen.
4. Further administration information on the unit can be found in 3. Administration and Configuration.

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3. Administration and Configuration
3.1 Live View
Live view is the default page to open when accessing the unit’s IP address. Live video is displayed directly in
the browser window.
Followings are explanations to the tab on the left of the window.
Subtitle Display: to display information of the unit and the stream on the screen.
SnapShot*: to take a picture from live view. *Storage folder of the pictures taken can be assigned by
clicking the icon right next to the “SnapShot”.
Audio In: MIC. Please enable this function and refer to 3.2.6.1 Audio setting for more information.
Size 1:1: to set the display screen to 1:1 or fix full screen.
Stream 1/Stream 2/Stream 3: The unit offers a concurrent triple streams for optimized quality and
bandwidth with codecs available in H.264 or M-JPEG.
/ : This icon indicates to stop or start recording by manual.
: This icon indicates a motion event detected. When turned on and triggered, the alarm message
will be displayed on the screen. After clicked this icon, the alarm message will be disappeared. Please
refer to 3.2.2 Event Settings for more information.
Recording message: Please click this icon to store image into a specific folder.
: This icon indicates to record image by manual. When started it, the recording message will
be displayed on the screen.
: This icon indicates to record a motion event into a specific folder. When turned on and
triggered, this icon will be displayed and disappeared on the screen after 20 sec if no any motion
event. Please refer to 3.2.8 Client-recording setting for more information.
: This icon indicates to record a schedule event into a specific folder. When turned on and
triggered, this icon will be displayed on the screen. Please refer to 3.2.8 Client-recording setting for
more information.
: This icon indicates to show the folder files.
Caution
Save the recording file: The storage path is same as snapshot. The default path is
C:\Documents and Settings\username\Local Settings\Temp\NetworkCamera\... Or the
end user can select a specific folder to save the image.
Recording file format: Avi. The end user can be used VLC or Windows media player to
display the file.