Digital Watchdog MEGApix CaaS DWCA-VF25W28-64 User manual

Before installing or operating the camera, please read and follow this manual carefully.
DWCA-VF25W28-64
DWCA-VF25WIR4-64
DWCA-VF25WIR8-64
MEGApix CaaS™ Surface Mount Outdoor Dome Camera
REV.0715

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
Installation-Easy Camera Installation ........................................................................................................9
Installation-Adjusting the Camera’s Lens ..................................................................................................9
Installation-Using the Mount Plate ...........................................................................................................10
Installation-Using the Bolts &Nuts ..........................................................................................................11
Installation-SD Card .................................................................................................................................12
MEGApix® CaaS™ Camera Setup................................................................................................................13
Installing DW IP Finder™ ..........................................................................................................................13
Using DW IP Finder™ ..........................................................................................................................14-15
Network Options.........................................................................................................................................16
Camera Reboot..........................................................................................................................................17
MEGApix® CaaS™Camera Web Viewer.....................................................................................................18
Accessing the Camera’s Web Viewer.......................................................................................................18
GUI Description .........................................................................................................................................19
First &Second Stream...............................................................................................................................20
Export &Print Image.................................................................................................................................21
Instant Recording.......................................................................................................................................22
Audio Control.............................................................................................................................................23
Alarm &Relay Control ..............................................................................................................................24
MEGApix® CaaS™Camera Setup...............................................................................................................25
Basic ....................................................................................................................................................25-28
DW Spectrum CaaS™..........................................................................................................................28-30
Camera..................................................................................................................................................21-33
System..................................................................................................................................................34-38
Specifications ...........................................................................................................................................39-40
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................41-44
Warranty..........................................................................................................................................................45
Limits &Exclusions.......................................................................................................................................46
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1/3" 3.0 Megapixel CMOS Image Sensor (3.0MP, 30fps)
Digital Wide Dynamic Range (DWDR)
DW Spectrum™ VMS Edge Storage and Management
Run DW Spectrum Edge Simultaneously with additional analytics software
8.0mm, 2.8mm and 4.0mm Lens Options
Web Server Built-in
Smart DNR™ 3D Digital Noise Reduction
Network Failover and Redundancy
SD/SDHC Card Slots (up to 128GB)
64GB SD Card Class 10 included
True Day/Night with Mechanical IR Cut Filter
Auto Gain Control (AGC)
Backlight Compensation (BLC)
Auto White Balance (AWB)
Motion Detection
Power over Ethernet (PoE) & DC12V
ONVIF Compliant, Profile S
Compact Size for Discrete Installations
Dual Codecs (H.264, MJPEG) with Simultaneous Multi-Stream
IP66 Certified (Weather Resistant)
FEATURES*
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PARTS & DESCRIPTIONS*
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DIMENSIONS*
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The following items are included with the MEGApix® CaaS™ camera.
INSIDE THE BOX *
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There are two way to power a MEGApix® CaaS™ 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® CaaS™ 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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1. Detach the camera’s cover dome from the
camera’s module by unscrewing the three cover
dome screws using the L-Wrench.
2. Use the camera or mounting template to mark and
drill the necessary holes in the wall or ceiling.
3. Pull wires through and make connections.
4. Using 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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To use the LAN water protector case, refer to the
diagram below:
1. Insert the network cable into (a), the camera’s
network port.
2. Connect (b) to the camera’s network port by
rotating it clock-wise until tight.
3. To complete the water-proof installation, connect
part (c) to the case’s body, securing tightly by
rotating it clock-wise.
Using the Cable Weather Protector
Easy Camera Installation

1. Detach the camera’s cover dome from the camera’s
module by unscrewing the three cover dome screws.
2. Using the metal mount plate, mark and drill the
necessary holes in the wall or ceiling.
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. Attach the camera base to the metal mount by
snapping it into place using the two metal handles.
6. Secure the camera’s cover dome onto the camera
base to complete the installation.
7. See page 9 for water-proof cabling installation.
INSTALLATION USING MOUNT PLATE*
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To adjust the camera’s orientation:
1. 1. Loosen the tilt stopper screw at the base of the
camera’s Gimbal by rotating it counter clock-wise.
2. 2. Move the camera to the desired angle.
3. 3. Secure the camera’s lens position by screwing
the tilt stopper screw clock-wise.
Adjusting the Camera’s Angle

1. Detach the camera’s cover dome from
the camera’s module by unscrewing
the three cover dome screws.
2. Using the camera or mounting
template, mark and drill the necessary
holes in the wall or ceiling.
3. Secure the two long mounting screws
to the camera’s base.
4. Pull wires through and make
connections.
5. Mount the camera to the mounting
surface using the 2 mounting nuts.
6. Secure the camera’s cover dome onto
the camera base to complete the
installation.
7. See page 9 for water-proof cabling
installation.
8. See page 10 for adjusting the camera’s
tilt and angle.
INSTALLATION USING MOUNT BOLT & NUT*
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INSTALLATION*
SD Card
The MEGApix® CaaS™ camera can record locally,
eliminating the need for dedicated drivers.
1. To install the camera’s SD Card, locate the SD card slot in the back of the camera module.
2. Insert a class 10 SD card into the SD card slot by pressing the SD card slot.
3. To remove the SD Card, press the card inward to
release from the card slot.
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SanDisk
16~128GB
Over Class 10
*NOTE: 64GB SD Card Class 10 is already included with your camera. To upgrade the card, please
follow the instructions above.

Installing DW IP Finder™ Software
DW IP Finder™ searches for all available Digital Watchdog devices
currently connected to your network.
1. Install DW Desktop Tool to find the MEGApix® CaaS™ 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, for example, as ” DWCA-VF25WIR4.”
4. Double-click on the camera name and select ‘View Camera Website’to launch the camera’
web viewer.
*Install the DW IP Finder to a computer located on the same Subnet Mask as the MEGApix® CaaS™
camera.
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DW IP FINDER™ *

Using DW IP Finder™ Software
Use DW IP Finder™ to change the basic settings of your MEGApix®
CaaS™ camera, update firmware for multiple cameras simultaneously or
connect to your MEGApix® CaaS™ camera.
DW IP FINDER™ *
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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 IP FINDER™ *
Using DW IP Finder™ Software
Use DW IP Finder™ to set the connection type and the IP address
information for your MEGApix® CaaS™ camera.
1. DHCP: Select DHCP to access the camera within the same internal network. For further
explanation on DHCP, please see page 17.
2. Static IP: Select Static to connect to the camera from an external network. For further
explanation on Static, please see page 17.
3. If STATIC IP is selected, manually enter the camera’s IP address, netmask and gateway.
These need to match the settings of your network. Please contact your network administrator
for more information.
4. To apply changes, enter the camera’s
username and password and click ‘Apply’.
5. To view the camera’s web client for additional
setup options, press the ‘View Camera
Website’button.

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® CaaS™ camera is set to DHCP, IP Finder will
automatically find and set your MEGApix® CaaS™ 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® CaaS™ 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® CaaS™ 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 IP FINDER™ *
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Upgrading Cameras using the DW IP Finder™
Use the DW IP Finder™ to perform firmware upgrade to all your
MEGApix® CaaS™ 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 IP FINDER™ *
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Resetting the Camera
Pressing the reset button on the camera’s back for five (5) seconds will
initialize all environmental variables to factory default. Previous setup
for IP default, time, etc. will be deleted. If a system’s IP address is
lost, reset the camera back to factory default.
The following are the default network settings.
CAMERA REBOOT*
IP Mode DHCP
IP Address 169.254.X.Y
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Gateway ---
HTTP Port 80
* Frequent use may cause system error.
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Remote Video Monitoring Via Internet Explorer
Monitor and configure the MEGApix® CaaS™ 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 FbVLC to view video from the camera. Once it has been
installed, Internet Explorer will display video images from the camera.
4. The Web Client is also available in Google Chrome, Safari and Firefox web viewers. Please
note that features may be limited.
WEBVIEWER*
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WEBVIEWER*
GUI Description
Monitor and configure the MEGApix® CaaS™ camera through a built-in
web viewer.
1. Live video display-This is the region for live video stream from the camera.
2. Setup Menu-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.
5. Menu options such as PTZ, audio, sensor and backup options will be disabled for cameras
that do not support those functions.