Grundig GCI-K1526T User manual

GCI-K1526T.60.1.10.05.2012
Owner's Manual
© ASP AG
IP Cameras & Domes
GCI-K1526T 2 Megapixel Full HD CMOS Bullet IP Camera ICR IR 23 LED

Content:
1. Introduction 1
2. Important Safety Instructions 2
3. Package Contents 2
4. Installation 2
1. Camera´s Connectors 3
2. System Requirements 5
3. Power Connection 5
4. Ethernet Cable Connection 5
5. Alarm Connection 5
6. Ceiling/Wall Mounting 5
5. Accessing the Camera 6
6. Video Resolution Setup 11
7. Browser-based Viewer Introduction 14
8. Home Page 15
9. System Related Settings 17
1. Host Name & System Time Setting 17
2. Security 18
3. Network 27
4. DDNS 33
5. Mail 34
6. FTP 35
7. HTTP 36
8. Application (Alarm Settings) 37
9. Motion Detection 42
10. Network Failure Detection 46
11. Tampering 47
12. Storage Management (on Camera) 49
13. Recording (on Camera) 52
14. File Location (on PC) 53
15. Iris Adjustment 54
16. View Log File 54
17. View User Information 55
18. View Parameters 57
19. Factory Default 57
20. Software Version 58
21. Software Upgrade 59
22. Maintenance 60
10. Streaming Settings 61
1. Video Format 61
2. Video Compression 63
3. Video OCX Protocol 64
4. Video Frame Rate 65
5. Video Mask 66
6. Audio (Audio and Bit Rate Settings) 67
11. Camera Settings 68
1. Exposure Setting 68
2. White Balance Setting 69
3. Picture Adjustment 70
4. Backlight Setting 70
5. Digital Zoom Setting 70
6. IR Function 71
7. WDR Function 71
8. Noise Reduction 71
9. TV System Setup 72
12. Logout 72
13. CMS Software Introduction 73
14. Internet Security Settings 73
15. GRUNDIG Viewer Download Procedure 76
16. Install UPnP Components 78
17. Deleting the Existing GRUNDIG Viewer 81
1. Introduction
This GRUNDIG IP Camera is capable of serving real time streaming and makes the images run more smoothly. In
addition to MJPEG real time streaming, this camera develops H.264 codec to apply for high resolution digital
broadcast.
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With a sophisticated mechanical design and cable management, this Full HD IR Bullet IP Camera is easily
installed and aesthetic.
2. Important Safety Instructions
Be sure to use only the standard adapter that is specified in the specification sheet. Using any other adapter
could cause fire, electrical shock, or damage to the product. Incorrectly connecting the power supply may cause
explosion, fire, electric shock, or damage to the product. Do not connect multiple products to one single adapter.
Exceeding the capacity may cause abnormal heat generation or fire.
Do not place conductive objects (e.g. screwdrivers, coins or any metal items) or containers filled with water on
top of the product. Doing so may cause personal injury due to fire, electric shock, or falling objects.
If any unusual smells or smoke comes out of the unit, stop using the product. In this case, immediately
disconnect the power source and contact the service center. Continued use in such a condition may cause fire or
electric shock.
If this product fails to operate normally, contact the nearest service center. Never disassemble or modify this
product in any way. (GRUNDIG is not liable for problems caused by unauthorised modifications or attempted
repair.)
To prevent fire or electric shock, do not expose the inside of this device to rain or moisture.
3. Package Contents
These parts are included:
4. Installation
Do not install the product in a location subject to high temperature (over 50°C), low temperature (below -10°C),
or high humidity. Doing so may cause fire or electric shock. Keep out of direct sunlight and heat radiation
sources. This may cause fire. Avoid aiming the camera directly towards extremely bright objects such as the sun,
as this may damage the image sensor.
Do not install the unit in humid, dusty or sooty locations. Doing so may cause fire or electric shock. Install it in a
place with good ventilation.
When installing the unit, fasten it securely and firmly. A falling unit may cause personal injury.
If you want to relocate the already installed product, be sure to turn the power off and then move or reinstall it.
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4.1. Camera´s Connectors
The IP Camera is equipped with an all-in-one cable for quick wiring. Definition for each connector will be given as
follows.
SD Card Slot / Reset Button:
Follow the steps below to reach the SD Card Slot, Reboot Button and Factory Default Button on the IP Camera:
Step 1:
Unscrew the two screws on the Sunshield to remove it.
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Step 2:
Unscrew the screw on the Camera Housing and remove the
Front Housing.
SD Card Slot
Factory Default Button
Reboot Button
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NOTE: Before installing the camera, please refer to the Desiccant User Guide in the package of the camera for
instructions how to place the Desiccant in the Camera to prevent moisture from condensing on the IP Camera’s
Glass Cover.
4.2. System Requirements
To perform the IP Camera via web browser, please ensure your PC is in good network connection, and meets the
system requirements as described below.
Personal Computer :
1.) Intel Pentium M, 2.16 GHz or Intel Core 2 Duo, 2.0 GHz
2.) 2 GB RAM or more
Operating System :
Windows XP / Windows VISTA / Windows 7
Web Browser :
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later
Firefox
Chrome
Safari
Network Card :
10Base-T (10 Mbps) or 100Base-TX (100 Mbps) operation
Viewer :
ActiveX control plug-in for Microsoft IE
4.3. Power Connection
Make sure the camera’s power cable is correctly and firmly connected, please refer to the pin definition table in
section 4.1. Camera’s Connectors. If using Power over Ethernet (PoE), make sure the Power Sourcing Equipment
(PSE) is in use in the network.
4.4. Ethernet Cable Connection
Use of Category 5 Ethernet cable is recommended for network connection; to have best transmission quality,
cable length shall not exceed 100 meters. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the RJ45 connector of the IP
Camera, and the other end of the cable to the network switch or PC. Connect the camera network cable and the
network cable from the switch to the RJ45 socket-socket adapter.
NOTE: In some cases, you may need use an Ethernet crossover cable when connecting the IP Camera directly to
the PC.
4.5. Alarm Connection
The camera is equipped with one alarm input and one relay output for alarm application.
Please refer to the label on the alarm terminal block and connect the alarm wiring accordingly.
4.6. Ceiling/Wall Mounting
The IR Bullet IP Camera can be installed directly on a wall or ceiling with the integrated 2-axis adjustable
Bracket Mount. Please note that the wall or ceiling must have enough strength to support the IP Camera.
Follow the steps below to install the IP Camera:
Step 1:
Take the IP Bullet Camera out of its package.
Step 2:
Connect the Power/Ethernet/Alarm/Audio wires from the ceiling or wall to the corresponding connectors of the
camera’s All-in-one Cable.
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Step 3:
Fix the IP Camera’s Bracket on the ceiling/wall with three
supplied self tapping screws. Please consider the required
end position of the camera. The self tapping screws should be
affixed in a distance of 120° to ensure maximum flexibility of
the bracket's position.
Step 4:
Use the supplied Inner Hex Wrench to loosen the hex bolt on
the side of the Bracket Mount to adjust the position of the IP
Camera.
5. Accessing the Camera
For initial access to the IP Camera, users can search the camera through the installer program: GRUNDIG
Finder.exe, which can be found on the supplied CD.
GRUNDIG Finder Software Setup :
Step 1: Double-click on the program GRUNDIG Finder.exe (see the desktop icon below). Its window will appear as
shown below. Then click on the “Find Device” button.
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Step 2: The security alert window will pop up. Click “Unblock” to continue.
Device Search :
Step 3: Click “Find Device” again, afterwards all IP devices found will be listed on the page, as shown in the
picture below. The IP Camera’s default IP address is: 192.168.1.1.
Step 4: Double-click or right-click and select “Browse” to access the camera directly via the web browser.
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Step 5: Then the dialogue box for entering the default user name and password (as shown below) will appear
for login to the IP Dome Camera.
The default login ID and password for the Administrator are:
Login ID: admin
Password: 1234
NOTE: ID and password are case sensitive.
It is strongly advised to alter the administrator’s password due to security concerns. Please refer to section 9.2.
Security for further details.
Additionally, users can change the IP Camera’s network property, either to DHCP or Static IP, directly in the
device finding list. Please refer to the following section for changing the IP Camera’s network property.
Example of changing the network property of the IP Camera :
Users can directly change an IP Camera’s network property, e.g. from static IP to DHCP, in the finding device list.
The procedure to change the IP Camera’s network property is explained below:
Step 1: In the finding device list, click on the IP Camera of which you would like to change the network property.
Right-click on the selected item, and select “Network Setup”. Meanwhile, record the IP Camera’s MAC address
for future identification.
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Step 2: The “Network Setup” page will come out. Select “DHCP,” and click on the “Apply” button at the bottom
of the page.
Step 3: Click on “OK” in the Note of setting the change. Wait for one minute to search again for the IP Camera.
Step 4: Click on the “Find Device” button to search all the devices. Then select the IP Camera with the correct
MAC address. After double-clicking on the IP Camera, the login window will appear.
Step 5: Enter User name and Password to access the IP Camera.
Installing the GRUNDIG Viewer Software Online :
For initial access to the IP Camera, a client program, GRUNDIG Viewer, will be automatically installed to your PC
when connecting to the IP Camera.
If the Web browser does not allow the GRUNDIG Viewer installation, please check the Internet security settings
or ActiveX controls and plug-ins settings (see 14. Internet Security Settings) to continue the process.
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The Information Bar (just below the URL bar) may come out and ask for permission to install the ActiveX Control
for displaying video in browser (see the picture below). Right-click on the Information Bar and select “Install
ActiveX Control…” to allow the installation.
Then the security warning window will pop up. Click “Install” to carry on with the software installation.
Click on “Finish” to close the GRUNDIG Viewer window when download is finished. For detailed software
download procedure, please refer to chapter 15. GRUNDIG Viewer Download Procedure.
NOTE: If the Live Video Pane on the Home Page cannot be shown to the users who have installed the GRUNDIG
Viewer on the PC previously, please refer to the procedure in chapter 17. Delete the Existing GRUNDIG Viewer.
Once logged in to the IP Camera, users will see the Home page as shown below:
Administrator/User Privileges :
“Administrator” represents the person who can configure the IP Camera and who authorises users to have
access to the camera; “User” refers to someone who has access to the camera with limited authority, i.e. to
enter the Home and Camera setting pages.
Image and Focus Adjustment :
Adjust zoom and focus of the lens as necessary to produce a clear image. To set the correct angle of view and
focus, you can use the BNC output on the camera. For this, please connect a PAL monitor to the BNC output.
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6. Video Resolution Setup
The users can set up the Video Resolution on the Video Format page of the user-friendly browser-based
configuration interface. The page “Video Format” can be found in the IP camera menu under the path:
Streaming > Video Format.
Under the Video Resolution section in the menu page “Video Format”, please select your preferred resolution
setting:
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For more streaming combinations with several streams, please refer to "Streaming" > "Video Format" in the
camera menu.
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7. Browser-based Viewer Introduction
The picture below shows the Home page of the IP Camera’s viewer window.
There are four tabs on the left (System, Streaming, Camera and Logout) and one tab on the right (Languages).
System setting :
The administrator can set host name, system time, admin password, network related settings, etc. Further
details will be interpreted in chapter 9. System Related Settings.
Streaming setting :
The Administrator can configure a specific video resolution, video compression mode, video protocol, audio
transmission mode, etc. in this page. Further details will be interpreted in chapter 10. Streaming Settings.
Camera setting :
Users can adjust various camera parameters. Further details will be interpreted in chapter 11. Camera Settings.
Logout :
Click on this tab to re-login to the IP Camera with another user name and password. Further details will be
interpreted in chapter 12. Logout.
Languages :
Please choose one of the supported languages (German, English, French, Italian or Russian).
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8. Home Page
In the Home page, there are several function buttons that are specified below.
Display Mode (Screen Size Adjustment) :
The display size of the image can be adjusted to x1/2 and full screen.
Talk button (on/off) :
Talk function allows the local site to talk to the remote site. Click on this button to switch it on/off. Please refer to
section 9.2. Security: User >> Add user >> Talk/Listen for further details. This function is only open to the “User”
who has been granted this privilege by the Administrator.
Please note that additional equipment will be necessary.
Speaker button (on/off) :
Click on the Speaker button to mute/activate the audio.
Snapshot button :
After clicking this button, the JPEG snapshots will be automatically saved in the appointed place. The default
place of saving snapshots is: C:\. For changing the storage location, please refer to section 9.14. 'File Location
(on PC)' for further details.
NOTE: Users with the Windows 7 operating system on their PC need to follow the following procedure to be able
to use the Snapshot function. First you need to log on to your computer as an Administrator. Then please go to
Windows Start menu, click with the right mouse button on your Internet Browser and select in the appearing pop-
up window “Run as Administrator”. Afterwards you can log in to your camera as usual (as an administrator or
user).
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Video Streaming Pause/Restart button (pause/restart) :
If you click on the stop button to disable video streaming, the live video will be displayed as black. click on the
restart button to show the live video again.
Recording button (on/off) :
When you click on this button, the recordings from the Live View will be saved to the location specified in the “File
Location” page. The default storage location for the recordings is: C:/. See section 9.14. 'File Location (on PC)'
for further details.
NOTE: Users with the Windows 7 operating system on their PC who want to use the Recording function, need to
follow the procedure in the NOTE below the “Snapshot button” section in this chapter.
Multiple Languages Support :
Multiple languages are supported for the viewer window interface.
NOTE:
The following functions are not available for the Browsers Firefox, Chrome, Safari and Opera: Full Screen Mode,
Audio talk/listen, Snapshot, Playback and Recording.
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9. System Related Settings
The picture below shows all categories under the “System” tab. Each category in the left column will be explained
in the following sections.
NOTE: The “System” configuration page is only accessible by the Administrator.
9.1. Host Name & System Time Setting
Click on the first category <System> in the left column; the page is shown below.
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Host Name :
The name is for camera identification (max. 30 characters). If the alarm function (see section 9.8. 'Application
(Alarm Settings)') is enabled and is set to send an alarm message by Mail/FTP, the host name entered here will
be displayed in the alarm message.
Time Zone :
Select the time zone you are in from the drop-down menu.
Enable Daylight Saving Time :
To enable DST, please check the item and then specify the time offset and DST duration. The format for time
offset is [hh:mm:ss]; for instance, if the amount of time offset is one hour, please enter “01:00:00” into the field.
Sync with Computer Time :
After selecting this item, the video date and time display will be synchronised with the PC.
Manual :
The Administrator can set the date, time and day manually. Entry format should be identical with the format
shown next to the enter fields.
Sync with NTP server :
Network Time Protocol (NTP) is an alternative way to synchronise your camera’s clock with a NTP server. Please
specify the server you wish to synchronise the camera with in the enter field. Then select an update interval from
the drop-down menu. For further information about NTP, please see the web site: www.ntp.org.
NOTE: Click on < Save > to confirm the new setting.
9.2. Security
When you click on the category <Security>, there will be a drop-down menu with several tabs including <User>,
<HTTPS>, <IP Filter>, and <IEEE 802.1X>.
<User> :
When you click on the <User> tab under the category <Security>, the <User> page will be shown as in the picture
below.
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