Brickcom OB-E400AF Instructions for use

Hardware User’s Manual
Megapixel Day & Night
Bullet Network Camera
OB-E400Af

Table of Contents
Before You Use This Product .......................................................................................1
Regulatory Information.................................................................................................2
Chapter 1 - Package Contents......................................................................................3
Chapter 2 - Megapixel Day & Night Bullet Network Camera Overview .....................4
Chapter 3 - Device Appearance Description ...............................................................5
Chapter 4 - LED Behavior ............................................................錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。
Chapter 5 - Installation..................................................................................................5
5.1 Hardware Installation .......................................................................................6
5.2 Camera Connection..........................................................................................7
5.3 System Requirements......................................................................................8
5.4 Software Installation.........................................................................................8
5.4.1 EasyConfig............................................................. 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。

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Before You Use This Product
In many countries, there are laws prohibiting or restricting the use of surveillance
devices. This Network Camera is a high-performance, web-ready camera which can be
part of a flexible surveillance system. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the
operation of this camera is legal before installing this unit for its intended use.
Upon opening the product’s package, verify that all the accessories listed on the
“Package Contents” are included. Before installing the Network Camera, read the
warnings in the “Quick Installation Guide” to avoid misuse. When installing the Network
Camera, carefully read and follow the instructions in the “Installation” chapters to avoid
damages due to faulty assembly or installation.

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Regulatory Information
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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 of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
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.
The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are
country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the
intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.

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Chapter 1 - Package Contents
1. Network Camera
2. Screw bag
3. Location sticker
4. Product CD
5. Easy Installation Guide
6. Warranty Card
7. High Power PoE (Optional)
(Please refer to bottom message)
8. Waterproof connector
The product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit marked “L.P.S”(or “Limited Power Source”) and
rated output 24V AC, 50/60 Hz, 0.7A minimum or 12V DC, 1A minimum or 48V DC, 0.25A minimum”
“The product shall be installed by a qualified service person and the installation shall conform to all local codes”
“The product is to be connected to only PoE networks without routing to the outside plant

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Chapter 2 - Megapixel Day & Night Bullet
Network Camera Overview
The Brickcom OB-E400Af outdoor bullet network camera adopts the two-megapixel
sensor which allows the camera to deliver extremely clear and detailed images that
CCTV cameras cannot offer. To optimize use of the megapixel resolution, the
OB-E400Af use efficient H.264/ MJPEG codec compression to deliver dual configurable
video streams simultaneously. These features make OB-E400Af the perfect outdoor
camera for neighborhood, school campus, and parking lot surveillance.
The OB-E400Af supports Power over Ethernet and enables the camera to use the same
cable for power and data transmission, eliminating the need to install an external power
supply. With an IP66 certified outdoor enclosure, the OB-E400Af is not only weather
proof, but also dust and rust resistant.
The OB-E400Af supports the removable IR cut filter, the camera can automatically
switch into the day mode or night mode, which allows the users to enjoy the best quality
of images in the different circumstances. The megapixel day and night bullet network
camera is the best choice for the outdoor application.

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Chapter 3 - Device Appearance Description
<Hardware Reset>
The Reset Button can be used to restore the camera to factory default settings. If the
camera experiences a problem, rebooting the camera may correct the problem. If the
problem remains, please restore the camera to factory default settings and reinstall the
software.
To Reset
Press and hold the Reset Button for more than 10 seconds using a paper clip or thin
object. Wait for the camera to reset to default.
NOTE - By resetting the camera, all settings will be restored to the factory default settings.
Lens
IR Leds
Light Sensor

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Chapter 4 - Installation
4.1 Hardware Installation
Do not mount the camera on any soft material. The camera may fall and be
damaged.
A compliant waterproof connector shall be attached tightly to the conduit hole
of the Vandal Dome Network Camera, and all the cables shall run through the
connector for the camera to be IP66-compliant.
This document is for the easy installation purpose only; please refer to the
user manual for more details.
A. Wall Installation
(1) Drill three holes into the wall. (2) Hammer the supplied plastic anchors into the three
holes. (3) Use a screwdriver and the supplied screws to secure the camera to the wall.

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5.2 Camera Connection
The Bullet Series is DC12V and PoE compliant, so there are two options for connecting
the camera to a power and Ethernet source. The camera can either be connected to a
PoE-enabled switch or a non-PoE switch.
a. If using a PoE-enabled switch:
Use a single Ethernet cable to connect the camera to the PoE-enabled switch.
b. If using a non-PoE switch:
1. Use a standard RJ-45 cable to connect the camera to a PoE Injector.
2. Use a standard RJ-45 cable to connect the PoE Injector to the non-PoE switch.
3. Use a standard power cable to connect the PoE Injector to a power outlet.
c. If using the DC12V for the power supply. The RJ45 cable will be data
transmission.

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5.3 System Requirements
Operating System:
Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7/Vista/XP/2000
Computer:
IBM PC/AT Compatible
CPU:
Pentium 3GHz or faster
Memory:
1024 MB or more
Monitor:
1024 x 768 pixels or more, 24-bit True color or better
Network Interface:
10/100Mbps Network interface card must be installed
Web Browser:
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 SP2 or higher
Adobe Reader:
Adobe Reader 8.0 or higher
Audio:
The audio function will not work if a sound card is not installed in the PC.Audio
may be interrupted depending on network traffic.

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5.4 Software Installation
In this manual, "User" refers to whoever has access to the Network Camera, and
"Administrator" refers to the person who can configure the camera and grant user
access to the camera.
After checking the hardware connection, run the Installation Wizard program included on
the product’s CDROM to automatically search the intranet for the camera. There may be
many cameras on the local network. Differentiate the cameras using the serial number
which is printed on the labels on the carton and the bottom of the camera.
A. Insert the Installation CD into the CD-ROM driver. Run Auto-Run Tool directly from
the CD-ROM to start the installation. When installing the Brickcom software kit for
the first time, select a desired language for the interface. The available languages
are listed in the scroll box. Click <Install> and follow the steps to install the
EasyConfig wizard on the desired computer.

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B. In the Install Shield Wizard dialog box, click <Next> to continue.
C. Read the End-User License Agreement and check the option “I accept the terms of
the license agreement”. Click <Next> to continue.

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D. Click <Change> to change the appointed folder where installation and program files
will be stored. Click <Next> to continue.
E. Select to create shortcuts. Click <Next> to continue.

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F. Select the application and click <Finish>. When launching the PC-NVR program,
please refer to the PC-NVR user manual.
5.4.1 EasyConfig
Users can search cameras by EasyConfig and configure the settings below:
IP address configuration
Live View & Individual Camera Modification
To launch EasyConfig, select “EasyConfig” from the start menu. If Complete Setup type
was used in the software installation, an EasyConfig icon was installed on the desktop.
Double click to launch EasyConfig.
If Custom Setup type was used in the software installation but an EasyConfig icon was
not installed on the desktop, by default the program is installed under “C:\Program
Files\Brickcom\EasyConfig”.

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NOTE - Check <Skip the hardware installation guide> to skip checking the
hardware connection. To check the hardware installation settings, do not check the option
box.
1. Click <Start> to continue. The program will automatically search for the camera in
the intranet.

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2. Select either <Simple Mode> or <Professional Mode> to obtain the camera’s IP
settings. If <Simple Mode> is selected, EasyConfig will set up the connection
automatically. If <Professional Mode> is selected, the user will need to configure the
IP settings manually. (*Please refer to point 6 for IP setting configuration.)
3. There may be many cameras in the local network. Differentiate the cameras using
their UPnP name. Double click on the camera from the survey list to connect.

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4. Click <Live view> to view the live video from the connected IP camera, or <X> in the
top right corner of the screen to close the installation window.
5. The internet explore will pop out a window to request username and password. For
the first-time use, the default username and password are “admin/admin.” Please
always change your password for security.
6. For configuring the IP address settings, select either <Settings remain the same>,
<Automatically obtain an IP Address (DHCP)> or <Set IP Address configuration
manually>. The DHCP setting is recommended.

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7. If <Set IP Address configuration manually> is selected, the following pages will be
displayed.
8. When the IP address settings have been configured, the screen will either display a
successful or failed connection message. If the connection failed, please try again or
quit the installation.
9. If the connection was successful, the user will see the message: <Congratulations.
The installation of the camera is complete.> Please click <PC-NVR> to start the
BRC64 program, or click <Live View> to view the live video from the connected IP
camera,.