EverFocus EPN Plus Series User manual

EPN Plus Series
IP Speed Dome
User’s Manual
Copyright © EverFocus Electronics Corp,
Release Date: August, 2012

Copyright 2012 EverFocus Electronics Corp.
All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form
or by any means without written permission of the EverFocus Electronics Corporation.
EverFocus
12F, No.79, Sec. 1, Shin-Tai Wu Road,
Hsi-Chih, Taipei, Taiwan
TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
www.everfocus.com.tw
August, 2012

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Regulatory Notices
About this document
All the safety and operating instructions should be read and followed before the unit is operated. This manual
should be retained for future reference. The information in this manual was current when published. The
manufacturer reserves the right to revise and improve its products. All specifications are therefore subject to
change without notice.
FCC Notice "Declaration of Conformity Information"
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 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 or more 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.
Warning: Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by EverFocus or parties
authorized by EverFocus could void the user's authority to operate the 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.
EverFocus Electronics Corp.
12F, No. 79, Sec. 1, Shin-Tai Wu Rd., Hsi-Chi,
Taipei Hsien, Taiwan, R.O.C.
EPN Plus Series cameras comply with CE and FCC.

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SafetyNotice
‐Theselimitsaredesignedtoprovidereasonableprotection.Thisequipmentgenerates,usesandcanradiated
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:‐Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
‐Increasetheseseparations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.
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Thechangesormodificationsnotexpresslyapprovedbythepartyresponsibleforcompliancecouldvoidthe
user'sauthoritytooperatetheequipment.
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Toreduceriskoffireorelectricshock,donotexposethisappliancetorainormoisture.
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Donotattempttodisassembletheappliance.Topreventelectricshock,donotremovescrewsorcovers.
Therearenouser‐serviceablepartsinside.Contactqualifiedservicepersonnelformaintenance.Handlethe
appliancewithcare.Donotstrikeorshake,asthismaydamagetheappliance.
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Donotusestrongorabrasivedetergentswhencleaningtheappliancebody.Useadryclothtocleanthe
appliancewhenitisdirty.Whenthedirtishardtoremove,useamilddetergentandwipegently.
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Donotoperatetheappliancebeyonditsspecifiedtemperature,humidityorpowersourceratings.The
inputpowersourceforthisapplianceisDC12V&PoE.Donotusetheapplianceinanextremeenvironment
wherehightemperatureorhighhumidityexists.Usetheapplianceatthetemperatureandhumidityasbelow:
Foroutdoormodels:‐40°C~50°C≦95%
Forindoormodels:‐5°C~50°C≦85%.
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Useonlytherecommendedpowersupplies.Powersuppliesmustcomplywiththerequirementofthe
latestversionofIEC60950‐1.Substitutionsmaydamagetheunitorcauseafireorshockhazard.

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Electrostatic-sensitive device. Use proper CMOS/MOSFET handing precautions to avoid electrostatic
discharge.
Installation should be performed by qualified service personnel only in accordance with the National
Electrical Code or applicable local codes.
Terms and Trademark
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holders. Other product names appearing in this User's Guide may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders. Java™ and all Java-related logos and trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
Support
If the unit ever needs to be repaired or serviced, the customer should contact the nearest EverFocus Electronics
Corp. Service Center for return authorization and shipping instructions.

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Contents
1. Introduction .......................................................................................................1
2. Features ..............................................................................................................2
3. Installation .........................................................................................................3
3.1 Packing List .................................................................................................................................3
3.2 Optional Accessories...................................................................................................................4
3.3 Cable Descriptions ......................................................................................................................5
3.4 I/O Terminal Block ......................................................................................................................6
3.5 Basic Installation for Outdoor Models........................................................................................7
3.5.1 Installation Requirements .............................................................................................7
3.5.2 Important Note for Installation .....................................................................................8
3.5.2.1 Replacing the Desiccant Bags .........................................................................8
3.5.2.2 Inserting a Micro SD Card ...............................................................................9
3.5.3 Wall-Mount Installation...............................................................................................10
3.5.4 Ceiling Mount Installation............................................................................................13
4. Accessing the User Interface ........................................................ 17
4.1 Assigning an IP Address............................................................................................................17
4.2 Connecting the Camera to the Network ..................................................................................19
5. Live View Window....................................................................... 21
5.1 PTZ Control Window.................................................................................................................25
6. Playback .................................................................................... 27
6.1 Remote Playback Using Playback Page.....................................................................................27
6.2 Setting Up the Playback Function.............................................................................................29
6.2.1 Preparing the Micro SD Card .......................................................................................29
6.2.2 Testing the Playback Function .....................................................................................30
6.3 Playing Back Using ARV Viewer ................................................................................................31
7. Settings ..................................................................................... 32
7.1 System Info ...............................................................................................................................32
7.1.1 Information ..................................................................................................................32
7.1.2 Log................................................................................................................................33
7.2 User Config ...............................................................................................................................34
7.3 Network ....................................................................................................................................36

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7.3.1Network.......................................................................................................................36
7.3.2DDNS............................................................................................................................38
7.3.3SMTP/FTP...................................................................................................................40
7.3.4HTTPS...........................................................................................................................42
7.3.5SNMP............................................................................................................................45
7.3.6NetworkAlarm.............................................................................................................45
7.4Video........................................................................................................................................46
7.4.1MultiStreaming...........................................................................................................46
7.4.2Camera.........................................................................................................................48
7.4.3Advanced.....................................................................................................................50
7.4.4ROI(RegionofInterest)...............................................................................................56
7.4.5PrivacyMask................................................................................................................57
7.5PTZ............................................................................................................................................59
7.5.1PTZControl...................................................................................................................59
7.5.2PTZOSD/Area...........................................................................................................659
7.6Audio........................................................................................................................................67
7.7User..........................................................................................................................................68
7.7.1UserInformation..........................................................................................................68
7.7.2IPAddressFilter...........................................................................................................70
7.8Event........................................................................................................................................71
7.8.1EventSettings..............................................................................................................71
7.8.2MotionDetection.........................................................................................................74
7.8.3TamperDetection........................................................................................................75
7.8.4AlarmI/O......................................................................................................................75
7.8.5Schedule.......................................................................................................................76
7.9System......................................................................................................................................77
7.9.1Date/Time....................................................................................................................77
7.9.2DaylightSaving.............................................................................................................78
7.9.3SDCard.........................................................................................................................78
7.9.4Maintenance................................................................................................................79
7.10EKB200...................................................................................................................................81
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8.UpgradingFirmwareUsingIPUtility..............................................83
9.Specifications..............................................................................85
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1. Introduction
TheEPNPlusseriesisahigh‐performanceIPspeeddomesupportingdualstreamsfromH.264andMJPEG.
TheEPNPlusseriesfeaturestheWideDynamicRange(WDR)function,whichcanprovideclearimages
evenunderbacklightcircumstanceswhereintensityofilluminationcanvaryexcessively.TheEPNPlus
seriescomesintwotypes:IndoorandOutdoor.Eachtypeprovidesboth1.3‐megapixeland2‐megapixel
models.Allmodelssupport30fpsatthehighestresolution,forexample,1280x720(1.3MP)and1920x
1080(2MP).Abuilt‐inmicroSDcardslotisfeaturedforrecordingvideos.Functionssuchasexclusive
masking,pan/tiltlimits,trackingonpatrolandflexibleresumefunctionsareallsupported.TheEPNPlus
seriesisdesignedforsimpleinstallationandsupportsalltypesofoutdoor/indoormountingapplications.
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ItemName
No.ItemNameNo.ItemNameNo. ItemName
1TopHousing2OuterHousing 3CameraMainBody
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SystemRequirement
Beforeinstalling,pleasecheckthatyourcomputermeetsthissystemrequirement.
MicrosoftInternetExplorer7orabove
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2. Features
Built-in H.264 / MJPEG digital signal output at 4CIF image size at up to 30 fps
Supports dual streams from H.264 / MJPEG
Supports MDI/MDI-X auto crossover
Bandwidth control: 256K/384K/500K/750K/1M/2M/3M/4M/5M/6M bytes per second
Built-in network interface (10 / 100 Base-TX)
Smart Wizard settings for various event and schedule recording conditions
Built-in 20x / 22x optical AF zoom
True Day / Night function with removable IR cut filter
Low luminance for better image quality at night
Motion Detection
Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)
Digital Slow Shutter (DSS)
Built-in Dynamic Noise Reduction (DNR)**
Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)**Privacy Zone Masking**
Excellent position accuracy of ±0.1 degree
From super slow [0.01°/sec] to very fast [360°/sec] pan/tilt speed
IP66-rated housings for all outdoor models
Maximum of 192 preset positions available
Supports directional virtual compass for easy operation
Programmable auto pan / 16 tours / 4 patterns
2 priority alarm inputs & 2 alarm outputs
Smart alarm reaction & resume after alarm
Enhanced auto-resume & power-up function
Digital flip function
One-click easy installation
** These three features vary among models. Please refer to 9. Specifications for details.

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3.1 PackingList
Themainboxcontains3boxesandasmallbox.Eachboxcontainstheitemsaslistedbelow.Pleasecheck
thatthereisnomissingiteminthepackagebeforeinstalling.
Box1:Tophousingwithanetworkconnectorandtoolpacket
Tool packet(Indooronly):
‐Plasticanchorx6
‐Screwx6
Box2:Cameramainbodywithatoolpacket
Tool packet
‐Glovex1pair
‐Desiccantpackx3
‐Powerterminalblockx1
Box3:Outerhousing
SmallBox:Poweradapter
SoftwareCDx1
QuickInstallationGuidex1
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Note:Contacttheshipperifanyitemsappeartohavebeendamagedintheshippingprocess.Ifany
itemsaremissing,notifyyourEverFocusElectronicsCorp.SalesRepresentativeorCustomerService
Branch.Pleasealsokeeptheshippingcartonforpossiblefutureuse.
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3.2 Optional Accessories
•EPTZ- PBOX (External power connection box) •Corner mount adapter
(Used for fixing a wall-mount bracket to a
90° wall corner, indoors or outdoors.)
•Pole mount adapter
(Used for installing a wall-mount bracket to a
pole, indoors or outdoors.)
•Indoor ceiling pendant mount bracket
(Used for installing a speed dome against
a ceiling.)
•Outdoor sunshield •Indoor recessed mount bracket
•Wall mount bracket •Indoor concrete ceiling mount adapter
(Used for attaching a speed dome to a
concrete ceiling.)
•EKB500 (Keyboard) •EKB200 (USB controller keyboard)

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No.NameDescription
1RS‐485+(Yellow)ConnectstoanRS‐485device,suchasEverFocus’EKB500keyboard.
2RS‐485‐(Orange)ConnectstoanRS‐485device,suchasEverFocus’EKB500keyboard.
324VAC
Connectstothepoweradapter.Notethatdifferentregionsmayuse
differentrangesforACvoltage.Besuretocheckthevoltagerangein
yourareabeforeinstalling.
4VideoCable(BNC)ConnectstoaDVRormonitor.
5AudioIn(Green)Connectstoamicrophone.
6AudioOut(Blue)Connectstoaspeaker.
7RJ‐45CableConnectstothenetwork.
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3.4 I/O Terminal Block
The I/O terminal block, located on the rear panel of the Base Board, can be used to develop
applications for alarm input and output, motion detection, PTZ control or a variety of other functions.
CON3
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Pin Assignment
No. Functions No. Functions
1 GND (Ground) 7 ALM_NC_A (Alarm Output Normal Close A)
2 ALM_NO_B (Alarm Output Normal Open B) 8 GND (Ground)
3 ALM_COM_B (Alarm Output Common B) 9 ALMIN1 (Alarm Input 1)
4 ALM_NC_B (Alarm Output Normal Close B) 10 GND (Ground)
5 ALM_NO_A (Alarm Output Normal Open A) 11 ALMIN2 (Alarm Input 2)
6 ALM_COM_A (Alarm Output Common A) 12 GND (Ground)

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3.5 Basic Installation for Outdoor Models
There are two ways to install the outdoor models of EPN Plus series IP Speed Dome: Wall Mount and
Ceiling Mount.
3.5.1 Installation Requirements
The installation should be handled by a qualified service agent and should be complied with all
local regulations. Service personnel should check potential problem such as surfaces strength,
surface materials, falling objects, outer breaches, building vibration and other similar
conditions.
Check for all necessary materials, and ensure that the selected installation location is suitable
for the camera.
Bracket base
Bracket
Top housing
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3.5.2 Important Note for Installation
Before installing, insert a micro SD card into the main body and replace the 3 desiccant bags inside
the top housing. The desiccant bag loses its effectiveness after you open the camera. To keep the
camera’s interior dry, it is highly recommended to replace the desiccant bags every time when you
open the camera.
3.5.2.1 Replacing the Desiccant Bags
1. On the To Housing, slightly press the black plastic socket backward and lift up the base
board.
2. Remove the desiccant bags from the top housing.
3. Stick the supplied 3 new desiccant bags inside the top housing.
Note: Ensure Not to place the desiccant bags under the position of the fan.

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3.5.3 Wall-Mount Installation
1. Replace the desiccant bags inside the top housing. See 3.5.2.1 Replacing the Desiccant Bags.
2. Drill 4 screw-depth holes for mounting the bracket base plate and then drill a through-wall hole
for inserting the camera cables. You can optionally drill a second through-wall hole to separate
cable feeding (see Step 4).
3. Attach the waterproof silicon pad to the bracket base plate for waterproofing.
4. Feed the camera’s cables through the conduit in the wall mount bracket.
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silicon pad
B racket base plate
Wall Mount Bracket

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5. Connect the camera’s cables to the related devices such as a speaker. Feed the cables of the
related devices through the wall and then through the holes of the bracket base plate.
Note: Related connectors may be required and prepared on your own for using the extension
cables of the related devices.
6. Screw the bracket base to the wall using the 4 screws.
7. Screw the wall mount bracket to the bracket base using the 4 long screws.

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8. Put on the supplied gloves before pushing upward the main body into the top housing. Make
sure the red triangle on the inside of the top housing lines up with the red triangle on the
outside of the main body. Push the main body upward into the top housing until the orange
catches on both sides click into position.
Top Housing
Main Body
Note:
1. To release the main body, press the two orange release buttons on both sides. Make sure
you are holding the main body firmly, otherwise it will fall down.
2. To protect the glass dome from getting dirty and scraped up, please put on the supplied
gloves before installing.
9. Screw the housing cover to the top housing slowly by twisting it clockwise.
Note: When you turn on the power, the camera will enter self-inspection mode and run a
self-testing program. Once this is complete, you will be able to operate it via any IP network.

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3.5.4 Ceiling Mount Installation
It is required to use the optional Indoor Recessed Mount Bracket and Surface Ring to attach the
camera to the ceiling for supporting the camera’s weight. Make sure the ceiling is strong enough to
easily support the weight of the bracket and the camera.
1. Replace the desiccant bags inside the top housing. See 3.5.2.1 Replacing the Desiccant Bags.
2. Cut a hole on the ceiling using the supplied template.
3. Slightly turn the surface ring and remove it from the indoor recessed mount bracket.