Arec CI-403 User manual

CI-403 / CI-333
Network Camera
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User's Manual English

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Table of Contents
1. Overview
1.1 Features
1.2 Package Contents
1.3 Dimensions
1.4 Connectors
2. Camera Cabling
2.1 Power Connection
2.2 Ethernet Cable Connection
2.3 Alarm I/O Connection
2.4 RS-485 Connection
3. System Requirements
4. Access Camera
5. Setup Video Resolution
6. Conguration Files Export / Import
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CI-403 / CI-333 Network Camera is capable of performing fast, reliable auto focus in 3x and
33x zoom ratio and can adapt to different scenes through its unique algorithm. As auto focus
can be done by camera itself, no on-site focus adjustment is required.
CI-403 / CI-333 utilizes the state of the art image processing technology, providing up to
4 megapixel, high quality HDR video. Its HDR capability captures more image detail under
challenging light conditions, such as entrance area, warehouse loading bay, and parking lot.
• Multiple Progressive Scan CMOS Sensor support up to 4M Resolution
• Multi Exposure HDR
• Multi Codec Support (H.265 / H.264 / MJPEG)
• Low Latency Streaming
• Quad Streams Support
• True Day/Night Function (ICR)
• IR LED (optional, 3x model only)
• BNC Analog Output for Installation Support
• RS-485 Support
• 3D Motion Compensated Noise Reduction (MCTF)
• Smart Event Function - External Input/ Motion Detection/ Network Failure
Detection/ Tampering Alarm/ Periodical Event/ Manual Trigger/ Audio Detection
• Text Overlay and Privacy Masks
• Micro SD/DimensionsSDHC/SDXC Card Support
• ONVIF Prole S/G/Q Support
• Smart Low Bitrate Control
1. Overview
1.1 Features

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Please check the package containing the following items listed below.
The dimensions of the camera are shown below.
Network Camera
Power Terminal Block
Power adapter
Quick Guide
1.2 Package Contents
1.3 Dimensions
CI-333CI-403
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98.21
132.59
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98.21
132.59
Length Units:mm

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The diagram below shows the various connectors of the camera. Definition for each
connector is given as follows.
1.4 Connectors
No. Connector Pin Denition Remarks
1 Audio I/O
1 Alarm In 2 + Alarm connection
* Do NOT connect external power
supply to the alarm I/O connector
of the IP camera.
2 Alarm In –
3 Alarm In 1 +
4 Alarm Out –
5 Alarm Out +
6 D + RS-485 connection
7D −
8 GND Ground connection
9 BNC For analog video output
2 Network LEDs - For network connection and activity indication
3 PoE Network (RJ-45) - For network and PoE connections
4 microSD Card Slot -
Insert the microSD card into the card slot to store
videos and snapshots. Do not remove the microSD
card when the camera is powered on.
5 Audio I/O (Line In/Out) - Two-way audio transmission
6 Default Button - Press the button with a proper tool for at least 20
seconds to restore the system.
Camera’s Connectors
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PoE NETWORK
LINE IN
ALARM IN
ALARM OUT
RS-485
GND
BNC
LINE OUT
Micro
SD
Default
DC12V/AC24V
PWR
+
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I 2+
I 1+
I -
O
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O +
D +
D -
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2
5
6
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4
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NOTE : It is not recommended to record with the microSD card for 24/7 continuously, as
it may not be able to support long term continuous data read/write. Please
contact the manufacturer of the microSD card for information regarding the
reliability and the life expectancy.
7 BNC Connector + DC12V + AC24V 1 Power connection
-DC12V − AC24V 2
8 Power LED - Power LED lights up when the camera is powered on.

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Please follow the instructions below to complete the camera connection.
2. Camera Cabling
Please refer to section Connectors. Alternatively, users can power up the camera by PoE if a
Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) switch is available. Refer to the section below for Ethernet
cable connection.
Please follow the instructions below for cable connections.
Power Connection
Ethernet Cable Connection
NOTE: If PoE is used, make sure PSE is in use in the network.
NOTE : If PoE is used, make sure PSE is in use in the network.
NOTE : In some cases, Ethernet crossover cable might be needed when connecting the
camera directly to the PC.
NOTE : Check the status of both power and network activity indicator LEDs. If either
LED is unlit, please check the corresponding connection.
NOTE : The ITE is to be connected only to PoE networks without routing to the outside
plant or equivalent description.
Please use a DC12V / AC24V power adaptor and plug it to the power connector of the camera
and the power outlet.
Alternatively, users can use an Ethernet cable and connect it to the RJ-45 connector of the
camera and a Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) switch.
Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 connector of the camera, and plug the
other end of the cable to the network switch or PC.
Green Power LED lights up when the camera is powered up.
Orange Network LED (1) flashes when data is being transmitted over network,
(2) lights up for good network connection.
2.1 Power Connection
2.2 Ethernet Cable Connection
Camera Cabling

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The camera supports one alarm input and one relay output for alarm application. Refer to
alarm pin denition below to connect alarm devices to the IP camera.
2.3 Alarm I/O Connection
2.4 RS-485 Connection
NOTE : Do NOT connect external power supply to the alarm I/O connector of the IP
camera.
1. Alarm In 2 +
2. Alarm In −
3. Alarm In 1 +
4. Alarm Out -
5. Alarm Out +
6. D +
7. D -
ALARM IN
ALARM OUT
RS-485
GND
BNC
I 2+
I 1+
I -
O -
O +
D +
D -
ALARM IN
ALARM OUT
RS-485
GND
BNC
I 2+
I 1+
I -
O -
O +
D +
D -

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To perform the IP camera via web browser, please ensure the PC is in good network
connection, and meet system requirements as described below.
3. System Requirements
Items System Requirement
Personal Computer
Minimum :
1. Intel® Core™i5-2430M @ 2.4 GHz
2. 4 GB RAM
Recommended :
1. Intel® Core™i7-3770 CPU@ 2.93 GHz
2. 8 GB RAM
Operating System Windows VISTA / Windows XP / Windows 7 / Windows 10
Web Browser
Microsoft Internet Explorer 11.0 (recommended)
Chrome
Firefox
Safari
Network Card 10Base-T (10 Mbps), 100Base-TX (100 Mbps) or 1000Base-T
operation
Viewer ActiveX control plug-in for Microsoft IE
NOTE: The ITE is to be connected only to PoE networks without routing to the outside
plant or equivalent description.

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The default network setting of the camera is DHCP, which means IP is assigned by a router
or any DHCP server. To log in to the administration web, please connect the camera and your
PC / Notebook or a DHCP server. Follow below steps to access the camera for the rst time.
4. Access Camera
• Run the “Device Search Tool” utility, and click button.
• The tool should find the network camera and show detailed information. Double click on the
founded CI-403/ CI-333.
• An access window will pop-up and ask for user name and password.
• Enter the default user name and password admin/ admin in the dialogue. Note that user
name is case sensitive.
If no IP is assigned due to a DHCP server failure, or simply because the camera is not
connected to a DHCP server, the Network Camera provides an alternate IP address:
192.168.11.202
Therefore, to access the camera for the rst time, please set the IP address of the PC as:
192.168.11.XXX; for example:
In the case where the DHCP server is unavailable