Axis P7224 User manual

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INSTALLATION GUIDE
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AXIS P7224 Video Encoder Blade

Legal Considerations
Video and audio surveillance can be prohibited by laws
that vary from country to country. Check the laws in
your local region before using this product for
surveillance purposes.
This product includes four (4) H.264 decoder licenses. To
purchase further licenses, contact your reseller.
Trademark Acknowledgments
Apple, Boa, Bonjour, Ethernet, Internet Explorer, Linux,
Microsoft, Mozilla, Netscape Navigator, OS/2, Real,
SMPTE, QuickTime, UNIX, Windows, WWW are
registered trademarks of the respective holders. Java
and all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in
the United States and other countries. Axis
Communications AB is independent of Sun
Microsystems Inc. UPnP™ is a certification mark of the
UPnP™ Implementers Corporation.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures: Re-orient or relocate
the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between
the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment to
an outlet on a different circuit to the receiver. Consult
your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help. Shielded (STP) network cables must be used with
this unit to ensure compliance with EMC standards.
USA - This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B computing device
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are
designed to provide reasonable protection against such
interference when operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause interference, in which
case the user at his/her own expense will be required to
take whatever measures may be required to correct the
interference.
Canada - This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Europe - This digital equipment fulfills the
requirements for radiated emission according to limit B
of EN55022, and the requirements for immunity
according to EN55024 residential and commercial
industry.
Japan - This is a class B product based on the standard
of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference from
Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used
near a radio or television receiver in a domestic
environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and
use the equipment according to the instruction manual.
Australia - This electronic device meets the
requirements of the Radio communications
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) Standard AS/NZS
CISPR22:2002.
Safety
Complies to EN 60950-1 (IEC 60950-1), Safety of
Information Technology Equipment.
Equipment Modifications
This equipment must be installed and used in strict
accordance with the instructions given in the user
documentation. This equipment contains no
user-serviceable components. Unauthorized equipment
changes or modifications will invalidate all applicable
regulatory certifications and approvals.
Liability
Every care has been taken in the preparation of this
document. Please inform your local Axis office of any
inaccuracies or omissions. Axis Communications AB
cannot be held responsible for any technical or
typographical errors and reserves the right to make
changes to the product and documentation without
prior notice. Axis Communications AB makes no
warranty of any kind with regard to the material
contained within this document, including, but not
limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose. Axis
Communications AB shall not be liable nor responsible
for incidental or consequential damages in connection
with the furnishing, performance or use of this material.
RoHS
This product complies with both the European
RoHS directive, 2002/95/EC, and the Chinese
RoHS regulations, ACPEIP.
WEEE Directive
The European Union has enacted a Directive
2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE Directive). This directive is
applicable in the European Union member
states. The WEEE marking on this product (see right) or
its documentation indicates that the product must not
be disposed of together with household waste. To
prevent possible harm to human health and/or the
environment, the product must be disposed of in an
approved and environmentally safe recycling process.
For further information on how to dispose of this
product correctly, contact the product supplier, or the
local authority responsible for waste disposal in your
area. Business users should contact the product supplier
for information on how to dispose of this product
correctly. This product should not be mixed with other
commercial waste.
Support
Should you require any technical assistance, contact
your Axis reseller. If your questions cannot be answered
immediately, your reseller will forward your queries
through the appropriate channels to ensure a rapid
response. If you are connected to the Internet, you can:
• download user documentation and firmware updates
• find answers to resolved problems in the FAQ
database. Search by product, category, or phrases
• report problems to Axis support by logging in to your
private support area
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Safeguards
Please read through this Installation Guide carefully before installing the product. Keep the Installation Guide
for further reference.
CAUTION!
• When transporting the Axis product, use the original packaging or equivalent to prevent damage to the
product.
• Avoid exposing the Axis product to vibration, shocks or heavy pressure and do not install the camera on
unstable brackets, unstable or vibrating surfaces or walls, since this could cause damage to the product.
• Only use handtools when installing the Axis product, the use of electrical tools or excessive force could
cause damage to the product.
• Do not use chemicals, caustic agents, or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
• Use only accessories that comply with technical specification of the product. These can be provided by Axis
or a third party.
• Use only spare parts provided by or recommended by Axis.
• Do not attempt to repair the product by yourself, contact Axis or your Axis reseller for service matters.
IMPORTANT!
• This Axis product must be used in compliance with local laws and regulations.
Battery replacement
This Axis product uses a 3.0V CR2032 Lithium battery as the power supply for its internal real-time clock (RTC).
Under normal conditions this battery will last for a minimum of 5 years. Low battery power affects the
operation of the RTC, causing it to reset at every power-up. A log message will appear when the battery needs
replacing. The battery should not be replaced unless required!
If the battery does need replacing, please contact www.axis.com/techsup for assistance.
• Danger of Explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
• Replace only with the same or equivalent battery, as recommended by the manufacturer.
• Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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AXIS P7224 Video Encoder Blade
Installation Guide
This installation guide provides instructions for installing the AXIS P7224 Video Encoder Blade on
your network. For all other aspects of using the product, please see the User Manual, available on
the CD included in this package, or from www.axis.com/techsup
Installation steps
1. Check the package contents against the list below.
2. Hardware overview. See page 6.
3. Install the hardware. See page 7.
4. Assign an IP address. See page 8.
5. Set the password. See page 11.
Package contents
Contact your dealer if anything is missing or damaged.
Item Models/variants/notes
Video encoder AXIS P7224
CD AXIS Network Video Product CD, including product documentation,
installation tools and other software
Printed Materials AXIS P7224 Installation Guide (this document)
Axis Warranty Document
Extra serial number label
Important!
• To mount the hardware in either the AXIS 291 1U Video Server Rack or the AXIS Q7900
Rack, please see the Installation Guide for the respective encoder rack
• This product must be used in compliance with local laws and regulations.

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Hardware overview
Dimensions
30 x 129 x 255 mm (1.2” x 5.1” x 10.0”) including connectors.
Part number (P/N) & Serial number (S/N).
The serial number may be required during
the installation.
Audio mounting nut
Audio input 1
Audio input 2 Audio output 1
Status LED
Power LED
Reset button
Control button
4 video inputs
Bus connectors

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Install the Hardware
The AXIS P7224 is designed to be installed into the following video encoder racks.
• AXIS 291 1U Video Server Rack
• AXIS Q7900 Rack
Follow the instructions in the Installation Guide included with the racks for installing the AXIS
P7224. The installation guides for AXIS 291 1U and AXIS Q7900 are available on the AXIS Network
Video Product CD included with the AXIS P7224, and at www.axis.com

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Assign an IP address
Most networks today have a DHCP server that automatically assigns IP addresses to connected
devices. If your network does not have a DHCP server, blades must be installed one at a time and
the AXIS P7224 will use 192.168.0.90 as the default IP address.
If you would like to assign a static IP address, the recommended method in Windows is either AXIS
IP Utility or AXIS Camera Management. Depending on the number of products you wish to install,
use the method that best suits your purpose.
Both of these free applications are available on the AXIS Network Video Product CD supplied with
this product, or they can be downloaded from www.axis.com
Notes:
• If assigning the IP address fails, check that there is no firewall blocking the operation.
• For other methods of assigning or discovering the IP address of the AXIS P7224, e.g. in other operating
systems, see page 13.
Method Recommended for Operating system
AXIS IP Utility
See page 9
Single video encoder
Small installations
Windows
AXIS Camera Management
See page 10
Multiple products
Large installations
Installation on a different subnet
Windows 2000
Windows XP Pro
Windows 2003 Server
Windows Vista
Windows 7

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AXIS IP Utility
AXIS IP Utility automatically discovers and displays Axis devices on your network. The application
can also be used to manually assign a static IP address.
Note that the computer running AXIS IP Utility must be on the same network segment (physical
subnet) as the AXIS P7224.
Automatic discovery
1. Check that the AXIS P7224 is connected to the network and that power has been applied.
2. Start AXIS IP Utility.
3. When the AXIS P7224 appears in the window, double-click an entry to open the home page for
that video input.
4. See page 11 for instructions on how to assign the password.
Set the IP address manually (optional)
1. Acquire an unused IP address on the same network segment as your computer.
2. Select AXIS P7224 in the list.
3. Click the button Assign new IP address to selected device and enter the IP address.
4. Click the Assign button and follow the instructions.
5. Click the Home Page button to access the video encoder’s web pages.
6. See page 11 for instructions on how to set the password.

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AXIS Camera Management - multiple products/large installations
AXIS Camera Management can automatically discover multiple Axis devices, show connection
status, manage firmware upgrades and set IP addresses.
Automatic discovery
1. Check that the AXIS P7224 is connected to the network and that power has been applied.
2. Start AXIS Camera Management.
3. When the AXIS P7224 appears in the window, right-click the link and select Live View Home
Page.
See page 11 for instructions on how to assign the password.
Assign an IP address in a single device
1. Select a device in AXIS Camera Management and click the
Assign IP button.
2. Select Assign the following IP address and enter the IP
address, the subnet mask and default router the device will
use.
3. Click the OK button.
Assign IP addresses in multiple devices
AXIS Camera Management speeds up the process of assigning IP
addresses to multiple devices, by suggesting IP addresses from a
specified range.
1. Select the devices you wish to configure (different models can
be selected) and click the Assign IP button.
2. Select Assign the following IP address range and enter the
range of IP addresses, the subnet mask and default router the
devices will use.
3. Click the OK button.

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Set the password
To gain access to the product, the password for the default administrator user root must be set. This
is done in the ‘Configure Root Password’ dialog, which is displayed when the AXIS P7224 is
accessed for the first time.
To prevent network eavesdropping when setting the root password, this can be done via an
encrypted HTTPS connection, which requires an HTTPS certificate.
Note: HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL) is a protocol used to encrypt the traffic between web
browsers and servers. The HTTPS certificate controls the encrypted exchange of information.
To set the password via a standard HTTP connection, enter it directly in the first dialog shown
below.
To set the password via an encrypted HTTPS connection, follow these steps:
1. Click the Create self-signed certificate button.
2. Provide the requested information and click OK. The certificate is created and the password can
now be set securely. All traffic to and from the AXIS P7224 is encrypted from this point on.
3. Enter a password and then re-enter it to confirm the spelling. Click OK. The password has now
been configured.
4. To log in, enter the user name “root” in the dialog as requested.
Note: The default administrator user name root cannot be deleted.
5. Enter the password as set above, and click OK. If the password is lost, the AXIS P7224 must be
reset to the factory default settings. See page 18.
To configure the password directly via an
unencrypted connection, enter the
password here.
To create an HTTPS connection,
start by clicking this button.

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Access the video stream
The Live View page of the video encoder is displayed. The Setup link leads to menus that allow you
to customize the encoder.
If required, click Yes to install AMC (AXIS Media Control), which allows viewing of the video stream
in Internet Explorer. You will need administrator rights on the computer to do this.
If required, click the link to install missing decoders.
Note:
To install AMC in Windows 7/Windows Vista, you must run Internet Explorer as an adminis-
trator. Right-click the Internet Explorer icon and select Run as administrator.
Setup - Provides all the tools for configuring the
video encoder to requirements.
Help - Displays online
help on all aspects of
using the video
encoder.

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Other methods of setting the IP address
The table below shows the other methods available for setting or discovering the IP address. All
methods are enabled by default, and all can be disabled.
Use in operating
system
Notes
UPnP™ Windows When enabled on your computer, the product is automatically
detected and added to “My Network Places.”
Bonjour MAC OSX
(10.4 or later)
Applicable to browsers with support for Bonjour. Navigate to the Bon-
jour bookmark in your browser (e.g. Safari) and click on the link to
access the product’s web pages.
AXIS Dynamic
DNS Service
All A free service from Axis that allows you to quickly and simply install
your product. Requires an Internet connection with no HTTP proxy. See
www.axiscam.net for more information
ARP/Ping All See below. The command must be issued within 2 minutes of
connecting power to the product.
DHCP All To view the admin pages for the network DHCP server, see the server’s
own documentation.

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Set the IP address with ARP/Ping
1. Acquire a free static IP address on the same network segment your computer is connected to.
2. Locate the serial number (S/N) on the AXIS P7224 label.
3. Open a command prompt on your computer and enter the following commands:
4. Check that the network cable is connected to AXIS P7224 and then start/restart the product, by
disconnecting and reconnecting power.
5. Close the command prompt when you see ‘Reply from 192.168.0.125:...’ or similar.
6. In your browser, type in http://<IP address> in the Location/Address field and press Enter on
your keyboard.
Notes:
• To open a command prompt in Windows: from the Start menu, select Run... and type cmd. Click OK.
• To use the ARP command in Windows 7/ Windows Vista, right-click the command prompt icon and
select Run as administrator.
• To use the ARP command on a Mac OS X, use the Terminal utility in Application > Utilities.
Windows syntax Windows example
arp -s <IP Address> <Serial Number>
ping -l 408 -t <IP Address>
arp -s 192.168.0.125 00-40-8c-18-10-00
ping -l 408 -t 192.168.0.125
UNIX/Linux/Mac syntax UNIX/Linux/Mac example
arp -s <IP Address> <Serial Number> temp
ping -s 408 <IP Address>
arp -s 192.168.0.125 00:40:8c:18:10:00 temp
ping -s 408 192.168.0.125

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Unit connectors
Bus Connector - These are the physical interfaces to the video encoder rack, providing power,
network, RS-485 and I/O terminal connections.
Control Button - This button is used to reset the video encoder to the factory default settings. See
page 18.
Reset Button - This button restarts the video encoder hardware. See page 18.
Audio in/out - Two 3.5 mm jacks for audio input, and one 3.5 mm jack for audio output. Stereo
plugs must be used.
• Audio Input 1, 2 : Microphone or line level inputs (mono). A selectable 2.0V, 2.5V or
3.0V microphone bias is available.
• Audio Output 1 : Line level audio output (mono), that can be connected to a public
address (PA) system or an active speaker with a built-in amplifier. A stereo plug must
be used.
For a more secure connection, threaded audio connectors are recommended. In this case, the audio
mounting nuts will have to be removed - see the
Hardware overview, on page 6. The jacks are
compatible with connectors using M6 x 0.5 threaded locking collars.
Video Inputs - - The AXIS P7224 supports 4 video sources, each connected via coaxial / BNC
connectors. Physical connections made using 75 Ohm coaxial video cable have a recommended
maximum length of 250 meters (800 feet).
Note:
For each video input 75 Ohm video termination can be enabled/disabled via the product's web
page at Video & Audio > Video Input > Video termination. These terminations are enabled on
factory default. In cases where the product is to be connected in parallel with other equipment,
for optimum video quality, it is recommended that termination be enabled for only the last device
in the video signal chain.
Audio Input 1, Audio Input 2 Audio Output 1
1 Tip Microphone/Line in Line out (mono)
2 Ring
3 Sleeve GND GND
123

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Pin assignments
Pin assignments for the I/O Connector of the AXIS 291 1U Video Server Rack
Pin assignments for the I/O Connector of the AXIS Q7900 Rack
Pin Function Description
1 +12V out, 100mA
2GND
3 Configurable I/O 1 Digital input - Connect to GND to
activate, or leave floating (or
unconnected) to deactivate.
Digital output - Uses an open-
drain NFET transistor with the
source connected to GND. If used
with an external relay, a diode
must be connected in parallel
with the load, for protection
against voltage transients.
Min input = 0V DC
Max input = + 40V DC
Max load = 100mA
Max voltage applied = + 40V DC
4 Configurable I/O 2
5 Configurable I/O 3
6 Configurable I/O 4
7-10 Not used
11 RS485A A half-duplex RS-485 interface for controlling auxiliary equipment
e.g. PTZ devices.
12 RS485B
Pin Function Description
1 Configurable I/O 1 Digital input - Connect to GND to
activate, or leave floating (or
unconnected) to deactivate.
Digital output - Internal
connection to ground when
activated, floating (unconnected)
when deactivated. If used with an
external relay, a diode must be
connected in parallel with the
load, for protection against
voltage transients.
Min input = 0V DC
Max input = + 40V DC
Max load = 100mA
Max voltage applied = + 40V DC
2 Configurable I/O 2
3 Configurable I/O 3
4 Configurable I/O 4
5-12 Not used

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Pin assignments for the RS-485 Connector of the AXIS Q7900 Rack
LED Indicators
Pin AXIS P7224 Description
1 RS485A A half-duplex RS-485 interface for controlling auxiliary equipment e.g. PTZ devices.
2 RS485B
3-12 Not used
Status Green Steady - normal operation.
Amber Steady - during startup, reset to factory default, and restore
Red 1 flash - video encoder is starting up
2 flashes - video encoder resetting to factory default settings
Steady - error
Green/red Flashes - for identification purposes. See Flash LED button in the Server
Maintenance page
Power Green Normal operation
Green/Amber Flashes during firmware update

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Resetting to the Factory Default Settings
This will reset all the parameters (including the IP address) to the
factory default settings.
1. Press both the Reset button and Control button.
2. Release the Reset button and hold the Control button.
3. Keep the Control button pressed until the Power indicator
turns green and the Status indicator turns amber (this may
take up to 15 seconds).
4. Release the Control button. When the Status indicator
displays green (which can take up to 1 minute) the process is
complete and the video encoder has been reset.
5. Re-assign the IP address, using one of the methods described
in this document.
Alternatively the encoder can be reset to the original factory
default settings via the unit’s web interface. For more
information, see the online help.
Accessing the AXIS P7224 from the Internet
Once installed, your AXIS P7224 is accessible on your local network (LAN). To access the video
encoder from the Internet, network routers must be configured to allow incoming traffic, which is
usually done on a specific port.
• HTTP port (default port 80) for viewing and configuration
• RTSP port (default port 554) for viewing H.264 video streams
Refer to the documentation for your router for further instructions. For more information on this
and other topics, visit the Axis Support Web at www.axis.com/techsup
Further information
The user’s manual is available from the Axis Web site at www.axis.com or from the Axis Network
Video Product CD supplied with this product.
Control button
Power Indicator
Reset button
Status Indicator
Tip!
Visit www.axis.com/techsup to check if there is updated firmware available for your
product. To see the currently installed firmware version, go to Setup > About.

Mesures de sécurité
Lisez attentivement ce guide d’installation avant d’installer le produit. Conservez le guide d’installation pour une
utilisation ultérieure.
ATTENTION!
• Pour éviter d’endommager le produit Axis, utilisez l’emballage d’origine ou un emballage équivalent pour le
transporter.
• Évitez d’exposer le produit Axis à des vibrations, des chocs ou une trop forte pression et ne l’installez pas
sur des supports instables, ou encore sur des surfaces ou des murs instables ou vibrants; cela risquerait de
l’endommager.
• Utilisez uniquement des outils à main pour l’installation du produit Axis: l’utilisation d’outils électriques ou
l’usage excessif de la force risquent de l’endommager.
• N’utilisez ni produits chimiques, ni substances caustiques, ni nettoyeurs aérosol. Utilisez un chiffon humide
pour le nettoyage.
• N’utilisez que des accessoires conformes aux caractéristiques techniques du produit. Ceux-ci peuvent être
fournis par Axis ou un fournisseur tiers.
• Utilisez uniquement des pièces de rechange fournies ou recommandées par Axis.
• Ne tentez pas de réparer le produit vous-même, contactez Axis ou votre revendeur Axis pour tout problème
de maintenance.
IMPORTANT!
• Ce produit Axis doit être utilisé conformément aux lois et réglementations locales en vigueur.
Remplacement des piles
Ce produit Axis nécessite une pile au lithium CR2032 de 3V pour l’alimentation de son horloge en temps réel
interne. Dans des conditions normales d’utilisation, cette pile est censée durer au moins 5ans. Si la pile est
faible, le fonctionnement de l’horloge en temps réel peut être affecté et entraîner sa réinitialisation à chaque
mise sous tension. Un message enregistré apparaît lorsque la pile doit être remplacée. Ne remplacez la pile que
lorsque cela est nécessaire.
Si la pile doit être remplacée, veuillez contacter www.axis.com/techsup pour obtenir de l’aide.
• Le remplacement incorrect de la pile peut entraîner un risque d’explosion.
• Remplacez la pile par une pile identique ou équivalente uniquement, en respectant les recommandations du
fabricant.
• Jetez les piles usagées conformément aux consignes du fabricant.