Appro LC-6760 User manual

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Table of Contents
1PRODUCT FEATURES..........................................................................4
PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................4
PRODUCT FEATURES .................................................................................4
2DESCRIPTION OF THE SURFACE.......................................................5
THE HARDWARE VIEW ...............................................................................5
THE RESET BUTTON ..................................................................................7
THE ALARM WIRING DIAGRAMS ...................................................................7
3INSTALLATION......................................................................................8
HARDWARE INSTALLATION..........................................................................8
WPS -PUSH BUTTON SETUP.....................................................................8
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ..........................................................................9
Where to download.....................................................................................................................9
Configuration—Android Operating System ............................................................................10
Configuration—iOS Operating System....................................................................................14
UPDATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE ................................................................18
4Network Configuration .......................................................................19
CABLE CONNECTIONS..............................................................................19
CONFIGURE YOUR IPCAMERA NETWORK SETTINGS .................................19
Set IPAddress...........................................................................................................................19
TCP/IPCOMMUNICATION SOFTWARE.......................................................21
TCP/IPINSTALLATION..............................................................................23
TCP/IPCONFIGURATION SETTING.............................................................24
CONNECTION TESTING.............................................................................25
5Configuration Using A Web Browser................................................28
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WEB CONFIGURATION PAGES ...................................................................29
Connecting the IP camera.........................................................................................................29
Live Video.................................................................................................................................31
Setup..........................................................................................................................................33
6FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS..................................................88
7SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................91
Appendix: The Playback Utility Tool-- CMS............................................93
INTRODUCTION TO THE CMS....................................................................93
INSTALL THE CMS IN YOUR PC.................................................................93
START TO USE THE CMS..........................................................................94
OPERATION.............................................................................................96
Live View..................................................................................................................................96
Playback....................................................................................................................................98
Settings......................................................................................................................................99

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
All the following safety and operational instructions to prevent harm or injury to the operator(s) or other
persons should be read carefully before the unit is activated.
WARNING
xTo prevent fire or shock hazard, avoid exposing this unit to rain or moisture.
xDo not block ventilation openings.
xDo not place anything on top of the unit that might spill or fall into it.
xDo not attempt to service this unit yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Please refer all servicing to your distributor/ retailer.
xDo not use liquid cleaners or aerosols for cleaning.
xTo prevent fire or electric shock, do not overload wall outlets or extension cords.
xPlease only select a power adapter or power certified by UL and marked at 24Vac / 60 Hz, minimum
1A, class 2 or LPS.
CAUTION
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the
instructions.
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1 PRODUCT FEATURES
Product Instructions
Here's a new series from APPRO -- cameras that act as basic watchguards in your premises --
lightweight, simple formatted, inexpensive, and no fuss to install.
These watchkeepers are the ideal stuff for the safety of your home and office interiors.
Our cube camera brings you dependable video surveillance in a focused & targetted environment.
This is an easily installable, smart surveillance camera, ideal for low - light settings like your mini
office or living spaces. It combines a high performance Megapixel sensor with a built - in IR LED
that maintains close watch and clear vision in totally dark conditions. The camera has a built - in
mechanical IR - cut filter for day and night applications equally. Its wireless capability means you
can site your camera in any place within range of your wireless network.
The camera sets you up with a swift and dependable wireless connection which will help you see
live video feeds from your camera in any place at any time. The Site Survey feature helps you easily
see or link up to a wireless network close at hand. The camera's standard Ethernet port gives you
connections to regular wired networks.
The camera's flexible connectivity by way of its input and output ports link you to network devices
like IR sensors, switches and alarm relays.
Smooth to configure and operate, our camera comes with the Universal Plug-n-Play feature which
gets computers running on Windows XP / Vista / 7 to automatically recognize the camera and add it
to the network.
Product Features
xSimultaneous H.264 and MJPEG video compressions.
xMulti-profile applications: Selectable resolutions, frame rates, video qualities, and
compression.
xAdvanced motion detection (512 zones, sensitivity: 0~100 %).
xSupports ONVIF.
xSupports Wi-Fi.

2 DESCRIPTION OF THE SURFACE
The Hardware View
The Front View
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1. Camera Lens: Records video of the surrounding area.
2. Status LED: Indicates the camera's current status.
3. WPS Status LED: Indicates the WPS connection status of the camera. While connecting, the
blue LED will flash.
4. Microphone: Records audio from the surrounding area.
5. Infrared LED: Used to illuminate the camera's field of view at night.
6. PIR Sensor: Passive Infrared sensor for motion detection.
7. ICR Sensor: The IR-Cut Removable sensor monitors lighting conditions and switches
between color and infrared accordingly.
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The Rear View:
DC-5V
ETHERNET
RESET
WPS
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1. Ethernet Port: This is a standard RJ-45 connector for 10/100 Mbps Ethernet networks.
2. Power Connector:
A DC 5V inlet that connects to an external power supply.
3. DI/DO Connector:
I/O connectors for connecting with external devices.
4. Reset Button:
Press and hold this button for 10 seconds to back to its factory default
settings.
5. WPS Button:
Press this button, then push and hold another WPS button on your router for 5
seconds to set up a wireless connection automatically.
6. Micro SD Card Slot:
Insert a Micro SD card for local storage including recorded image and
video.
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Speaker: Provides the camera’s audio signal output.
8. Adjustment Ring:
Tighten or loosen the adjustment ring to adjust the camera's position.
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The Reset Button
You can use the Reset button to reset the camera operations back to default. Press the Reset
button for about 10 seconds. Blue screens of the analog output are displayed, and a text saying
RESETTING… appears.
The Alarm wiring diagrams
This is a 4-PIN connector including the Digital output/input, DC output and GROUND items for
connecting with external devices.
DO DI
5V GND
GND
5V
DI
DO
N.C/N.O
DC Power 5V
100 mA
DC Power 3V~12V
Reed switch
Diode
ALARM
R
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+
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3 INSTALLATION
Please follow the instructions and the diagram below to set up the system.
Hardware Installation
1. Connect Ethernet cable to the rear panel of the camera.
2. Plug in the power connection to the camera.
3. Confirm the correct network connection status.
WPS - Push Button Setup
To create a WPS connection:
1. Press and hold the WPS button for about 5~6 seconds. The
WPS status LED will flash.
2. Press the WPS button on your router within 60 seconds. The camera
will automatically create a wireless connection to your router.
While connecting, the status LED will flash.After the
connection process is complete, the status LED will turn solid.
DC-5V
ETHERNET
RESET
WPS
Note
Please make sure that your router supports WPS, then you can use the WPS button on the
camera to easily create a secure wireless connection to your network.
On some routers, you may need to log in to the web interface and click on an on-screen
button to activate the WPS feature.
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Software Installation
Before installing the apps to your mobile phone for remote surveillance, make sure that you have
checked the following:
1. Your mobile platform is iOS or Android.
2. You might be charged for Internet access via wireless or 3G/4G networks. For the Internet
access rate details, please check with your local network operator or service provider.
3. Your IP camera is powered on and connected to Internet/ Intranet.
Where to download
App for Android App for iOS
QR-code
QR-code
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Configuration—Android Operating System
Browse to where AppPro is installed by default on your mobile phone when the installation is
completed. Find AppPro and activate it.
Add Camera Camera List
Two methods to add a new camera.
1. Scan QR code of the camera: You can
just scan the QR code to add a camera.
Select “+” (Add) on the screen to add the
new camera.
2. Manually type in the camera ID and
password: Enter the information needed
to access your device, such as the
DeviceID and Password (default:9999).
Select “+” (Add) on the screen to add the
new camera.
Start to monitor.
1. Choose the camera you want to access
on the camera list. Your mobile phone will
start connecting to your camera.
2. Select the to enter the camera
configuration setting page.
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Configuration- Setting Configuration- Change Password
Change the settings of resolution, video mode,
video area, FPS, audio mode and enable/disable
everse Image function. Then click ✔.R
You can change the Password here. Click Yes to
activate it. Please use the new password to
connect the camera by using this app next time.
Configuration- Notification Setup Configuration- Local Storage
Please set the SD card Remote Record Type,
Alert Type, Sensibility, and the Push Notification
functions first. Then click ✔.
You can view the saved video clips and images in
your mobile device here.
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Configuration- Remote Storage (SD card) Remote Storage- Normal/ Alert Record List
You can view/ download the saved video clips
and images in the SD card here.
Note: Please insert an SD Card to the camera
first.
This allows you to search a recorded video
stored in the SD card of the camera. Click the
date and press the hour button to proceed.
Remote Storage- Downloaded Files Delete Camera
You can manage the exported SD card video
clips to your mobile device here. Select and click Delete to remove the camera on the list.
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Info Live
Set the Video time limit from 1, 3 and 5.
Enable/disable 2-way audio function.
Live- the icons Live- Screen Orientation
xClick on to record a video clip.
xClick on to take a snapshot.
xClick on to start/stop audio
out.
xClick on to start/stop two-way
audio.
xClick to select the Day & Night mode
from: (Auto mode),
(Night mode) and (Day mode).
xThe ePTZ control
panel. Click to control the camera’s
directions.
Mobile devices generally offer two screen orientations:
portrait and landscape. Users can simply rotate the device
to initiate a change from one orientation to another.And
the functions of the icons are the same with they described
above.
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Configuration—iOS Operating System
Browse to where AppPro is installed by default on your mobile phone when the installation is
completed. Find AppPro and activate it.
Add Camera Camera List
Two methods to add a new camera.
1. Scan QR code of the camera : You
can just scan the QR code to add a
camera. Select “ ” (OK) on the screen
to add the new camera or click on “ ” to
cancel.
2. Manually type in the camera ID and
password: Enter the information needed
to access your device, such as the
DeviceID and Password (9999). Select
“” (OK) on the screen to add the new
camera or click on “ ” to cancel.
Start to monitor.
1. Choose the camera you want to access
on the camera list. Your mobile phone will
start connecting to your camera.
2. Select the to enter the camera
function setting page.
3. You can click on the “ ” icon to add a
new camera or select “ ” to delete a
chosen camera.
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Camera Functions- Revise Password Camera Functions- Local Storage
You can change the Device ID and Password
here. Select “ ” on the screen to activate it.
You can view the saved video clips and images in
your mobile device here.
Camera Functions- Camera Settings Camera Functions- Notification Setup
Change the settings of resolution, video mode,
video area and FPS. Then click Save. When push notification is enabled, the user can
receive a push message on their device whenever
motion is detected. Please set the SD card remote
Recording mode,Alert Type, Sensibility, and the
Push Notification functions first. Then click Save.
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Camera Functions- Notification Events Camera Functions- Remote Storage (SD card)
This page shows the event list of your camera. You can view/ download the saved video clips
and images in the SD card here.
Note: Please insert an SD Card to the camera
first.
Remote Storage- Normal/ Alert Record List Remote Storage- Downloaded Files
This allows you to search a recorded video
stored in the SD card of the camera. Click the
date and press the hour button to proceed.
You can manage the exported SD card video
clips in your mobile device here.
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Live Live- the icons
The function of icons:
xClick to record a video clip.
xClick to start/stop audio out function.
xClick to start/stop two-way audio.
xClick to take a snapshot.
xClick to select the Day & Night mode from:
(Auto mode), (Night mode) and
(Day mode).
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xThe ePTZ control panel. Click
to control the camera’s directions.
Live- Screen Orientation Info
Mobile devices generally offer two screen
orientations: portrait and landscape. Users can
simply rotate the device to initiate a change from
one orientation to another. And the functions of
the icons are the same with they described
above.
Set the Video time limit from 1, 3 and 5.
Enable/disable 2-way audio function.
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Updating System Software
If the system software of the IP Camera needs to be upgraded, please take the following steps to
safely process it.
Important: Before carrying out the following procedures, please ensure the SD card is
working and the file of the system firmware is intact
1. Create a directory named UPGRADE (upper-case or lower-case letters are no difference) in
the SD card if it does not exist.
2. Copy the file of UPDATE.BIN to the UPGRADE -directory.
3. If the IP Camera is running, please power it off first.
4. Insert the SD CARD into the IP Camera.
5. Remove the Ethernet cable from the RJ-45 port and then power on the IP Camera.
6. In 5 to 10 seconds, a message reading "UPDATE PROCESSING" will show up on the screen
on a blue background; if not, please check out steps 1 to 6 carefully or else inform your
technical support while ignoring the following steps.
7. DO NOT power off the IP Camera while this update process is running until the message
"UPDATE OK RESET PLEASE" appears on the screen; it might take 15 to 30 seconds to
appear.
8. If the message "UPDATE NG RESET PLEASE" appears rather than "UPDATE OK RESET
PLEASE", please write down the error messages shown on the screen and inform your
technical support, while ignoring the following steps.
9. Power off the IP Camera when this update process is finished, then remove the SD card from
the IP Camera.
10. Reconnect the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 port if necessary.
11. Power ON the IP Camera and it will work normally if the entire update procedure goes
correctly.
12. Verify the version of the system software.
WARNING:
xYou must perform Steps 1 to 2 on a PC.
xEnsure you are using the correct UPDATE.BIN file in Step 2, otherwise the IP Camera
will not work properly.
xIf the power of the IP Camera is suddenly lost in step 7, please remove the SD card first
and turn on the IP Camera next to test its operation. If the IP Camera remains working
normally, please go back to step 3; otherwise, please inform your technical support.
xIn step 9, if the SD card is not removed and the IP Camera does not get online as well,
the updating process must be repeated again after rebooting the IP Camera.
xMake sure that the SD card is inserted in a correct position in step 4, or the IP Camera
will suffer permanent physical damage.
xIf the message "CSUM ERROR" appears in step 7, it implies a problem in the file of
UPDATE.BIN.
xDo not interrupt the process when the unit is updating, or it will crash.