Digital Watchdog DWC-MVH2I4WV User manual

Before installing or operating the camera, please read and follow this manual carefully.
DWC-MVH2I4WV
MEGApix® Outdoor Dome Camera
08/18

PRECAUTIONS
Do not open or modify.
Do not open the case except during maintenance and installation, for it may be dangerous and can cause
damages.
Do not put objects into the unit.
Keep metal objects and flammable substances from entering the camera. It can cause fire, short-circuits, or other
damages.
Be careful when handling the unit.
To prevent damages, do not drop the camera or subject it to shock or vibration.
Do not install near electric or magnetic fields.
Protect the camera from humidity and dust.
Protect the camera from high temperature.
Be careful when installing near the ceiling of a kitchen or a boiler room, as the temperature may rise to high levels.
Cleaning: To remove dirt from the case, moisten a soft cloth with a soft detergent solution and wipe.
Mounting Surface: The material of the mounting surface must be strong enough to support the camera.
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, when the equipment
is operated in a residential environment. This equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency energy, and if it is
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
WARNING: Changes or modifications are not expressly approved by the manufacturer.
FCC COMPLIANCE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS*
Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................4
Features.................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Parts .......................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Dimensions..........................................................................................................................................................................................6
Inside the Box ....................................................................................................................................................................................7
Installation........................................................................................................................................................................8
Network Connection ........................................................................................................................................................................8
Before Installation .............................................................................................................................................................................9
Installation ..........................................................................................................................................................................................10
Adjusting the Camera’s Angle .....................................................................................................................................................11
MEGApix® 1080p™ Camera Setup...............................................................................................................................12
Installing DW Desktop Tool™ .......................................................................................................................................................12
Using DW Desktop Tool™ ........................................................................................................................................................13-15
Network Options..............................................................................................................................................................................16
Camera Reboot.................................................................................................................................................................................17
MEGApix® 1080p™ Camera Web Viewer....................................................................................................................18
Accessing the Camera’s Web Viewer......................................................................................................................................18
GUI Description ...............................................................................................................................................................................19
First &Second Stream..................................................................................................................................................................20
MEGApix® 1080p™ Camera Setup..............................................................................................................................21
Local Configuration .....................................................................................................................................................................21
Basic >System Settings.........................................................................................................................................................22-24
Basic >Network Settings .....................................................................................................................................................25-27
Basic >Stream Settings ........................................................................................................................................................28-29
Basic >Image Settings ..........................................................................................................................................................30-31
Basic >Security ..............................................................................................................................................................................32
Advanced >Image ........................................................................................................................................................................33
Advances >Security ...............................................................................................................................................................34-39
Advanced >Basic Event .......................................................................................................................................................40-44
Specifications .........................................................................................................................................................45-46
Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................................................................47-50
Warranty........................................................................................................................................................................51
Limits &Exclusions.......................................................................................................................................................52
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1/2.8” CMOS Image Sensor
Real-time 2.1MP Resolution, 1080P at 30fps
Dual Codecs (H.264, MJPEG) with Simultaneous Streaming
4.0mm Fixed Lens
Smart IR™ with Intelligent Camera Sync. 100ft Range
Smart DNR™ 3D Digital Noise Reduction
Digital Wide Dynamic Range (DWDR)
True Day/Night Mechanical IR Cut Filter
Auto Gain Control (AGC)
Back Light Compensation (BLC)
Auto White Balance (AWB)
Programmable Privacy Zones
Motion Detection
Web Server Built-in
PoE and DC12V
OnVIF Compliant, Profile S
IP66 Certified (Weather Resistant)
FEATURES*
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PARTS & DESCRIPTIONS*
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No. Description
1Mounting Base
2Horizontal Stand
3Vertical Stand
4 Bubble
5Network Interface
6Power Interface
7IR LED
8Lens
9Black Liner
10 Safety Rope

DIMENSIONS*
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The following items are included with the MEGApix® 1080p™ camera.
INSIDE THE BOX *
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Drill Template
Hole A: for cables routed through the ceiling
screw hole 1: for Mounting Base
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1
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A
Mounting Template

There are two ways to power a MEGApix® 1080p™ camera.
Use a PoE-enabled switch to connect data and power through a single
cable and begin viewing and recording images instantly. A non-PoE switch
will require an adaptor for power transmission.
1. Using a PoE-Enabled Switch
The MEGApix® 1080p™ Camera is PoE-Compliant, allowing transmission of power and data via a
single Ethernet cable. PoE eliminates the need for the different cables used to power, record, or
control the camera. Follow the illustration below to connect the camera to a PoE-enabled switch
using an Ethernet cable.
2. Using 12VDC
If a PoE injector is not available, use a power adaptor for power transmission and a non-PoE switch
for data transmission. Follow the illustrations below to connect the camera without a PoE Injector.
NETWORK CONNECTION*
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Make sure the device in the package is in good condition and all the assembly parts are
included.
The standard power supply is 12V DC, please make sure your power supply matches with
your camera.
Make sure all the related equipment is power-off during the installation.
Check the specification of the products for the installation environment.
Make sure that the wall is strong enough to withstand four times the weight of the camera and
the bracket.
For the camera that supports IR, you are required to pay attention to the following precautions
to prevent IR reflection:
Dust or grease on the dome cover will cause IR reflection. Please do not remove the dome
cover film until the installation is finished. If there is dust or grease on the dome cover, clean
the dome cover with clean soft cloth and isopropyl alcohol.
Make sure that there is no reflective surface too close to the camera lens. The IR light from
the camera may reflect back into the lens causing reflection.
The foam ring around the lens must be seated flush against the inner surface of the bubble to
isolate the lens from the IR LEDS. Fasten the dome cover to camera body so that the foam
ring and the dome cover are attached seamlessly.
INSTALLATION*
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Before Starting the Installation

1. Detach the camera’s cover dome from the camera’s
module by unscrewing the three cover dome screws.
2. Use the mounting template or camera itself to mark and
drill the holes in the mounting template.
3. Pull wires through and make connections.*
4. Using the three (3) included screws, mount and secure
the camera to the wall or ceiling.
5. Secure the camera’s cover dome onto the camera base
to complete the installation.
INSTALLATION*
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Installing the Camera
* NOTE: If necessary, you can route cables through the side opening on the camera’s side
Cable Opening

The camera supports 3-axis adjustment. Loosen the tilt adjust screw to adjust the tilt angle
[0°~75°], hold the black liner to adjust the pan angle [0°~355°], and hold the lens to rotate the
camera [0°~355°].
INSTALLATION*
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Adjusting the Camera’s Angle
Tilt Adjust
Screw
0°~355°
0°~355°

Installing DW Desktop Tool™ Software
DW Desktop Tool™ searches for all available Digital Watchdog devices
currently connected to your network.
1. Install DW Desktop Tool to find the MEGApix® 1080p™ camera on your local network. The
software can be found on the included User Manual CD. Run DW Desktop Tool and install onto
your PC.
2. When setup is complete, launch DW Desktop Tool.
3. The software will automatically search your network for all Digital Watchdog® supported devices.
Your camera will appear as ”DWC-MVH2I4WV.”
4. Double-click on the camera name and select ‘View Camera Website’ to launch the camera’ web
viewer.
*Install the DW Desktop Tool to a computer located on the same Subnet Mask as the MEGApix®
1080p™ camera.
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DW Desktop Tool™ *

Using DW Desktop Tool™ Software
Use DW Desktop Tool™ to change the basic settings of your MEGApix®
1080p™ camera, update firmware for multiple cameras simultaneously or
connect to your MEGApix® 1080p™ camera.
DW Desktop Tool™ *
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*If you change the camera’s IP, write down the camera’s MAC Address for identification in the future.
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DW Desktop Tool™ *
Using IP Finder Software
Use IP Finder to set the connection type and the IP address information
for your MEGApix® 1080p™ camera.
1. DHCP: Select DHCP to access the camera within the same internal network. For further
explanation on DHCP, please see page 16.
2. Static IP: Select Static to connect to the camera from an external network. For further
explanation on Static, please see page 16.

DHCP
The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a network configuration protocol that allows a
device to configure automatically according to the network it is connected to.
If your network supports DHCP and your MEGApix® 1080p™ camera is set to DHCP, IP Finder will
automatically find and set your MEGApix® 1080p™ camera to correspond with your network
requirements.
Static
Static IP addresses are recommended when using a network that does not support DHCP or when
setting your device to be accessed externally via the internet. If Static is selected, you must manually
enter the correct network settings for your MEGApix® 1080p™ camera. The settings will correspond
with your network. To set your camera to a static IP address, we recommend that you (1) setup the
camera to DHCP, (2) allow it to configure itself according to your network, and (3) change the settings
to a static IP address.
1. To set your MEGApix® 1080p™ camera to Static, highlight the desired device from the search
results list, and click on Configuration. In the “Network Configuration” window, make sure Static
is selected.
2. Enter the following information: IP Address, Netmask, Gateway, and Preferred DNS.
3. Click Apply and Reboot to save all changes.
DW Desktop Tool™ *
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Upgrading Cameras using the DW Desktop Tool
Use the DW Desktop Tool™ to perform firmware upgrade to all your
MEGApix® 1080p™ cameras from one convenient location.
1. Press the ‘Firmware’ button.
2. In the Firmware Upload section, browse and select the appropriate firmware file to use.
3. Select all the cameras you would like to upgrade. You can select multiple cameras by clicking
on multiple camera models while holding down the Ctrl button*.
4. Click ‘Update Cameras’.
5. The system will indicate if the upgrade was successful or not for each camera.
6. When all cameras have been upgraded, restart the cameras to apply the new firmware.
7. Allow up to 60 seconds for the cameras to reboot and press the ‘Search’ button. If the cameras
reappear in the IP Finder the reboot is complete and the camera is ready.
DW Desktop Tool™ *
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Resetting the Camera
Press RESET for about 10s when the camera is powering on or rebooting
to restore the default settings, including the user name, password, IP
address, port No., etc.
The following are the default network settings.
CAMERA REBOOT*
IP Mode DHCP
IP Address 169.254.X.X
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Gateway 169.254.X.X
HTTP Port 80
RTSP Port 554
* Frequent use may cause system error.
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Remote Video Monitoring Via Internet Explorer
Monitor and configure the MEGApix® 1080p™ camera through a built-in
web viewer.
1. Type the IP address of the camera in an Internet Explorer window.
Example: http://192.168.1.123 (Factory Default)
2. Enter Username and Password (Default: Username: admin | Password: admin)
3. The web browser may ask to install the camera’s plug-in in order to view video. Once it has
been installed, Internet Explorer will display video images from the camera.
System Requirements:
•Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP SP1 and above / Vista / Win7 / Server 2003 / Server
2008 32bits
•CPU: Intel Pentium IV 3.0 GHz or higher
•RAM: 1G or higher
•Display: 1024×768 resolution or higher
•Web Browser:
Internet Explorer 6.0 and above
Apple Safari 5.02 and above
Mozilla Firefox 3.5 and above
Google Chrome8 and above
WEBVIEWER*
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* The camera currently does not support 64-bit Google Chrome view.

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WEBVIEWER*
GUI Description
Monitor and configure the MEGApix® 1080p™ camera through a built-in
web viewer.
1. Live video display-This is the region for live video stream from the camera.
2. Setup-Setup the camera’s Video, Network, Events, System etc.
3. Stream Selection-Select a stream to display it in the viewing area.
4. Full Screen-Expand the camera’s view into full screen. To exit full screen view, press the Esc
button.
5. Menu options such as PTZ will be disabled for cameras that do not support those functions.
Video Display
Setup Menu
Stream Selection
Full Screen View

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First Stream & Second Stream
Configure up to two (2) stream settings for monitoring and recording.
On the main monitoring page, user can view the camera with the First Stream settings or secondary
Stream settings. The camera supports the setup of up to two (2) different streams with different
resolution, and FPS for maximum network control. Select which stream to view in the camera’s main
menu by selecting one of the options from the drop-down menu. Streams that are not enabled in the
Streams Setup page will not appear in the drop-down menu.
For Setup Stream Settings, refer to page 28.
WEBVIEWER*
Stream Selection