Barracuda Networks CudaCam User manual

Dome IP Camera
Quick Start Guide
CAMCudaCam

Dear Barracuda Networks Customer,
Thank you for choosing the CudaCam Dome IP Camera. Barracuda Networks
oers a complimentary telephone installation appointment with this
purchase to help you plan your installation, congure your system, and verify
the operation of your CudaCam Dome IP Camera following installation.
Please contact our Technical Support team to schedule your complimentary
telephone installation appointment.
Of course, this complimentary telephone installation appointment is not
designed to replace the local support you may receive from your Barracuda
Networks reseller. If you prefer, please do not hesitate to contact your
Barracuda Networks reseller, whom we will be happy to coordinate with in
order to provide additional deployment support.
Thank you again for choosing the CudaCam Dome IP Camera. We encourage
you to contact your reseller or our Technical Support team that is available
around the clock to assist with technical questions or concerns. We look
forward to helping you with your current and future needs in the areas of
security, networking, and data protection.
Sincerely,
BJ Jenkins
CEO

Table of Contents
Setup
1. Create Your CudaCam Account
2. Wi-Fi Settings (Wi-Fi Users Only)
3. Determine How and Where to Mount Camera
4. Mount the Camera
5. Connect Ethernet Cable and Ensure Power
6. Aim and Focus the Camera
7. Prepare and Seal the Camera
Support
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

1
2Wi-Fi Settings (Wi-Fi Users Only)
1Create Your CudaCam Account
Setup
If you are a rst time CudaCam user, create your CudaCam account. In a web
browser, navigate to: http://www.cudacam.com
Click the Camera Login button and then click I am a new user and complete
the web form to create your account. The account you create is the rst user. You
can add more users and cameras after creating this account.
Before installing your cameras, connect one to a Power over Ethernet (PoE)
enabled network connection and familiarize yourself with the camera set up,
conguration, and web interface.
Plug the camera into an Internet enabled PoE cable. Congure the wireless
settings as described on the Barracuda Networks website. If possible, congure
the Wi-Fi settings within range of the Wi-Fi network you will use.
Move the camera to the install site with the Wi-Fi ready to go. For detailed
instructions or complex congurations, please visit the Barracuda Networks
website or contact Technical Support.

2
You must install the camera as a sealed unit, with no path for moisture to enter. If
not sealed, condensation can form inside the dome, blurring the camera view.
Mounting options: The falcon dome camera can be surface mounted to a
wall or ceiling, or it can be mounted recessed into a ceiling using a recessed
mounting kit.
Three screws or bolts are threaded through the holes in the camera base to
support the camera. A mounting template is included if holes need to be
predrilled.
The camera has two entry points for an Ethernet cable, a ½ inch NPT tting on
the side, and a ¾ inch NPT tting on the bottom.
All entry points provide possible entry paths for moisture. The camera comes
with sealing plugs for the NPT ttings, and with a cable gland for the ½ inch
tting. The cable gland seals around cables varying from .125 to .350 inches in
diameter. Most Ethernet cable is about 0.25 inches in diameter. Tighten the cable
gland to achieve a good seal.
3Determine How and Where to Mount Camera
Setup

3
4Mount the Camera
Avoid Moisture
The camera interior must remain dry. Any moisture in the camera can result in
fogging and poor camera performance.
Remove the Cover
Using the supplied security screwdriver, release the four screws holding the clear
dome assembly in place and remove the dome assembly.
Physically Mount Camera
If using conduit, seal the entry point carefully. If installing the unit outdoors, be
sure to create an airtight seal.
If you use the supplied screws with rubber seals, screw the camera to the
mounting surface. If you use other mounting hardware; apply silicone sealant
around the inside of the three mounting holes to prevent leakage. Verify that the
screws are inserted straight so the rubber seals mate with the surfaces properly.
It is recommended to terminate (attach) the end of the Ethernet cable after
threading it into the camera. If you use a cable gland, you may need to terminate
the Ethernet cable after threading it through the gland.
Setup

4
5Connect Ethernet Cable and Ensure Power
Attach the Ethernet Cable. It is a very tight t which may require some patience.
The camera is powered by its PoE cable. You must use a 48 Volt Ethernet power
injector or a PoE switch to provide power.
If the LED does not light within 30 seconds after inserting the Ethernet jack,
check the power source, cabling and connections.
The cable should run from the OUT port of the PoE injector to the camera.
Setup
PoE Injector PoE Switch

5 Setup
6Aim and Focus the Camera
Check the eld of view using a web browser or mobile device. The camera
automatically focuses after applying the desired zoom setting.
Using a web browser, navigate to the camera settings page and adjust
the zoom settings.
Caution! Adjust the camera view only from the knurled base and camera mount
assembly. Twisting the lens damages the camera.
Horizontal Adjust
with Lens Frame
DO NOT Handle
or Twist Lens
Vertical Adjust
with Knurled Base
Rotate Lens
with Knurled Base

6Setup
1. Inspect the three screw mount locations to ensure that the screws are snug
and the rubber seals are compressed. Do not over tighten the screws or the
seals will be pushed out of place.
2. Ensure that the supplied sealing plug is fully inserted in any unused cable
entry point.
3. Inspect the cable entry point you are using. Be sure cable gland or conduit
is properly tightened, achieving a good seal. Conduit or cable entry should
be positioned so water does not ow toward the camera. Use a drip loop
with cables.
4. Place the supplied packet of moisture absorbent (desiccant) in the camera
well where the cable is located.
5. Put the dome in place and tighten the four supplied screws.
6. OPTIONAL If installing in locations with high humidity, with the dome
loosely installed, use a dry air source (such as Radio Shack Dust Remover
Catalog #: 64-104) to purge humidity from the camera.
7. Insert the red tube from the dust remover about a half inch into the gap
between the dome and base. Blow the dry air from the can into the dome to
purge all humid air from the dome, replacing it with dry air from the can. Use
plenty of dry air. Pull the tube out, press the dome closed, and tighten the
four screws which hold it in place.
7Prepare and Seal the Camera
Critical! To avoid fogging on the inside of the camera due to trapped moisture, the air in
the camera must be completely dry.

7
Online Support
• For additional product information, conguration instructions or supporting materials,
visit www.cudacam.com.
• Please email [e-mail]
Telephone Support
• For urgent matters, please call Technical Support at +1 408.342.5300. Phone lines are
open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Support

FCC Statement
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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. This
transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Warning: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Barracuda Networks, Inc. could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
IC Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Cet appareil est conforme aux CNR exempts de licence d’Industrie Canada. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux
deux conditions suivantes:
(1) Ce dispositif ne peut causer des interférences; et (2) Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris les
interférences qui peuvent causer un mauvais fonctionnement de l’appareil
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement non
contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de
rayonnement et votre corps.

This radio transmitter, BNHW028 has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with a whip antenna with
maximum permissible gain of 3.2 dBi. Other antenna types or whip antennas having a gain greater than the
maximum gain, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
Cet émetteur radio, BNHW028 a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec une antenne fouet avec
un gain maximal autorisé de 3,2 dBi. Autres types d’antenne ou des antennes de fouet ayant un gain supérieur au
gain maximum, sont strictement interdits pour une utilisation avec cet appareil.
Copyright Information
Copyright 2016 Barracuda Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. Use of this product and this manual is subject to license.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. CudaCam and Barracuda are trademarks of
Barracuda Networks, Inc. All other brand and product names mentioned in this document are registered trademarks
or trademarks of their respective holders. The Software supplied with this Product is provided under license from
Barracuda Networks, Inc. and other licensors, and certain of the programs included in the Software may be provided
under the GNU General Public License (GPL) or the Lesser General Public License (LGPL). In accordance with the
terms of the GPL and LGPL, you may request a copy of the relevant source code. This oer is valid for up to three
years from the date of original purchase of the Product.

Copyright 2016 Barracuda Networks Inc.
3175 S. Winchester Blvd., Campbell, CA 95008
408-342-5400/888-268-4772 (US & Canada)
barracuda.com
Dome-160429-01-fg