HIK VISION DS-KM8301 User manual

Video Intercom Master Station
User Manual
UD06103B

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User Manual
© 2017 Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd.
This user manual is intended for users of DS-KM8301 Video Intercom Master Station. It
includes instructions on how to use the Product. The software embodied in the Product
is governed by the user license agreement covering that Product.
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Regulatory Information
FCC Information
Please take attention that changes or modification not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC compliance: 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 when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
FCC Conditions
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.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
EU Conformity Statement
This product and - if applicable - the supplied accessories too are
marked with "CE" and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized
European standards listed under the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, the
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.
2012/19/EU (WEEE directive): Products marked with this symbol cannot
be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the European Union. For
proper recycling, return this product to your local supplier upon the
purchase of equivalent new equipment, or dispose of it at designated
collection points. For more information see: www.recyclethis.info
2006/66/EC (battery directive): This product contains a battery that
cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the European
Union. See the product documentation for specific battery information.
The battery is marked with this symbol, which may include lettering to
indicate cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), or mercury (Hg). For proper recycling,
return the battery to your supplier or to a designated collection point.
For more information see: www.recyclethis.info
Industry Canada ICES-003 Compliance
This device meets the CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A) standards requirements.

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Safety Instruction
These instructions are intended to ensure that user can use the product correctly to
avoid danger or property loss.
The precaution measure is divided into Warnings and Cautions:
Warnings: Neglecting any of the warnings may cause serious injury or death.
Cautions: Neglecting any of the cautions may cause injury or equipment damage.
Warnings
All the electronic operation should be strictly compliance with the electrical safety
regulations, fire prevention regulations and other related regulations in your local
region.
Please use the power adapter, which is provided by normal company. The power
consumption cannot be less than the required value.
Do not connect several devices to one power adapter as adapter overload may
cause over-heat or fire hazard.
Please make sure that the power has been disconnected before you wire, install or
dismantle the device.
When the product is installed on wall or ceiling, the device shall be firmly fixed.
If smoke, odors or noise rise from the device, turn off the power at once and unplug
the power cable, and then please contact the service center.
If the product does not work properly, please contact your dealer or the nearest
service center. Never attempt to disassemble the device yourself. (We shall not
assume any responsibility for problems caused by unauthorized repair or
maintenance.)
Cautions
Do not drop the device or subject it to physical shock, and do not expose it to high
electromagnetism radiation. Avoid the equipment installation on vibrations surface
or places subject to shock (ignorance can cause equipment damage).
Do not place the device in extremely hot (refer to the specification of the device for
the detailed operating temperature), cold, dusty or damp locations, and do not
expose it to high electromagnetic radiation.
The device cover for indoor use shall be kept from rain and moisture.
Warnings Follow
these safeguards to
prevent serious
injury or death.
Cautions Follow these
precautions to prevent
potential injury or
material damage.

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Exposing the equipment to direct sun light, low ventilation or heat source such as
heater or radiator is forbidden (ignorance can cause fire danger).
Do not aim the device at the sun or extra bright places. A blooming or smear may
occur otherwise (which is not a malfunction however), and affecting the endurance
of sensor at the same time.
Please use the provided glove when open up the device cover, avoid direct contact
with the device cover, because the acidic sweat of the fingers may erode the surface
coating of the device cover.
Please use a soft and dry cloth when clean inside and outside surfaces of the device
cover, do not use alkaline detergents.
Please keep all wrappers after unpack them for future use. In case of any failure
occurred, you need to return the device to the factory with the original wrapper.
Transportation without the original wrapper may result in damage on the device and
lead to additional costs.
Improper use or replacement of the battery may result in hazard of explosion.
Replace with the same or equivalent type only. Dispose of used batteries according
to the instructions provided by the battery manufacturer.

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Contents
1 Overview......................................................................................................1
1.1 Appearance.........................................................................................................1
1.2 Typical Application...............................................................................................3
1.3 Terminals and Interfaces ......................................................................................3
2 Before You Start ...........................................................................................5
3 Local Operation ............................................................................................6
3.1 Activating Device .................................................................................................6
3.2 User Interface Description ...................................................................................6
3.3 Status..................................................................................................................7
3.4 Configuration Settings..........................................................................................8
3.4.1 Changing Configuration Password ..................................................................8
3.4.2 Setting Local Information...............................................................................8
3.4.3 Setting Network ............................................................................................9
3.4.4 SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) Server Management....................................10
3.4.5 Adding Devices............................................................................................11
3.4.6 Synchronizing Time .....................................................................................14
3.4.7 Restoring Default Settings............................................................................15
3.5 Video Call Settings .............................................................................................16
3.5.1 Callling Resident..........................................................................................16
3.5.2 Callling Master Station.................................................................................16
3.5.3 Adding Resident Information .......................................................................17
3.5.4 Viewing Call Logs.........................................................................................17
3.6 Viewing Alarm Messages ...................................................................................18
3.7 Live View...........................................................................................................19
4 Remote Configuration via Batch Configuration Tool ................................... 22
4.1 Activating Device Remotely................................................................................22
4.2 Editing Network Parameters...............................................................................23
4.3 Adding Device ...................................................................................................24
4.3.1 Adding Online Device ..................................................................................24
4.3.2 Adding by IP Address...................................................................................25
4.3.3 Adding by IP Segment..................................................................................26
4.4 Configuring Devices Remotely............................................................................27
4.4.1 System........................................................................................................27
4.4.2 Video Intercom............................................................................................32
4.4.3 Network......................................................................................................35
4.4.4 Video Display ..............................................................................................37
4.5 Batch Upgrading ................................................................................................37
4.5.1 Adding Devices for Upgrading......................................................................38
4.5.2 Upgrading Devices.......................................................................................40
5 Remote Operation via iVMS-4200 .............................................................. 42

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5.1 System Configuration.........................................................................................42
5.2 Device Management..........................................................................................43
5.2.1 Adding Video Intercom Devices ...................................................................43
5.2.2 Modifying Network Information...................................................................45
5.2.3 Resetting Password .....................................................................................46
5.3 Configuring Devices Remotely via iVMS-4200 .....................................................48
5.4 Device Arming Control.......................................................................................48
Appendix....................................................................................................... 50
Wiring Cables..........................................................................................................50

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1Overview
The DS-KM8301 master station is an intelligent terminal for video intercom system
management. It responses and sends the residents call, receives alarm, and unlocks
door remotely. It is normally installed on the management center, it can be operated
with a capacitive touch screen, touch buttons and mechanical buttons.
Features:
Glass panel and aluminum-alloy bracket
Supports video intercom
Supports live view of door stations and IP cameras
Noise suppression and echo cancellation
Supports hands-free mode
Alarm processing function
Supports remote unlocking door function
Supports on-table mode
Supports working as a management center and a SIP server simultaneously
1.1 Appearance
Figure 1-1 Front Panel

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Table 1-1 Descriptions
No.
Description
1
Phone
2
Camera
3
Display
4
Dial Keyboard
5
Power Indicator
6
Information Indicator
7
Alarm Indicator
8
Microphone
9
Call/End Call Button
10
Unlock Button
11
Speaker Button

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1.2 Typical Application
PC Client
Center Master
Station
Network
Camera
Master Station
(Guarding Room)
Outer Door Station
Card Reader
Card Reader
Indoor
Extension1
Indoor
Extension2
Elevator Controller
LAN
1F
2F
22F
Resident 1Resident 2
Resident 1Resident 2
Resident 1Resident 2
A Building
Door Station
v
v
v
v
v
v
v
v
Figure 1-2 Typical Application of Master Station
1.3 Terminals and Interfaces
Please refer to the following figure for terminals and interfaces of master station.
Figure 1-3 Real Panel
Table 1-2 Descriptions of Terminals and Interfaces

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Name
No.
Interface
Description
Power Supply
12
Power
2-Chip; DC 12V
USB Interface
13
USB
For U-disk Connection
Network
Interface
14
LAN
Network Interface
ALARM IN
A1
JIN4
Alarm Input 4 (reserved)
A2
JIN3
Alarm Input 3 (reserved)
A3
JIN2
Alarm Input 2 (reserved)
A4
JIN1
Alarm Input 1 (reserved)
A5
GND
Grounding
A6
GND
Grounding
RS485
A7
B-
RS485 Communication Interfaces
A8
B+
A9
A-
A10
A+
ALARM OUT
A11
NC2
Alarm Input 2 (NC/reserved)
A12
COM2
A13
NO2
Alarm Input 2 (NO/reserved)
A14
NC1
Alarm Input 1 (NC/reserved)
A15
COM1
A16
NO1
Alarm Input 1 (NO/reserved)
A17
GND
Grounding
A18
NO4
Optical Coupler Output 4
A19
GND
Grounding
A20
NO3
Optical Coupler Output 3

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2Before You Start
For the first time use of the device, you are required to activate the device and set the
device password. You can activate the device locally or remotely via internet with Batch
Configuration Tool, or with iVMS-4200 client software.
To remotely activate the device with Batch Configuration Tool or
iVMS-4200, refer to Chapter 4, and Chapter 5.
To configure key parameters of the device on the user interface of master
station, you are required to enter the admin (configuration) password.
The default admin password is 888999.
You must change the default credential to protect against unauthorized access to the
product. Please refer to 3.4.1 and 4.4.2 for changing password.

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3Local Operation
3.1 Activating Device
Connect the power cable to power on the master station.
You must create a password to activate the master station for your first time usage and
when it is not activated.
Only after activating the device, you can operate it both locally and remotely.
The password created for the activation is only used when you add the station to the
remote control software such as iVMS-4200.
To remotely access to the device, use the password here registered to add the device
to the remote client.
Figure 3-1 Activation Interface
STRONG PASSWORD RECOMMENDED–We highly recommend you to create a
strong password of your own choosing (using a minimum of 8
characters, including at least three kinds of following categories:
upper case letters, lower case letters, numbers, and special characters)
in order to increase the security of your product. And we recommend
you reset your password regularly, especially in the high security system,
resetting the password monthly or weekly can better protect your product.
3.2 User Interface Description
Please refer to the following figure for the user interface of master station.

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Figure 3-2 User Interface
3.3 Status
Icon
Definition
Description
Normal Status.
The connection between master station and
indoor/door stations is normal, and the master
station has successfully registered to the SIP
server.
The master station
is offline.
Please check the network cable of the master
station.
The master station
has not registered
to the SIP server.
Invalid SIP server IP address. Set the SIP server
IP address.
Network of SIP server is not available. Check
the SIP server network connection.
SIP server communication is not available.
Check if the SIP server IP address is correct.
SIP server rejected to login the device. Check if
the device No. has been registered.
Invalid master
station IP address
The master station IP address conflicts with
other devices’IP address.

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3.4 Configuration Settings
Purpose:
You can set and view the local information, configure the network, manage devices,
synchronize the device time, and restore the default settings.
You can get to the configuration interface: Settings -> Configuration.
3.4.1 Changing Configuration Password
The configuration password is required when you configure the master station locally,
such as viewing the local information, setting the network, adding devices, setting the
time, and restoring default settings.
Steps:
1. Press the Settings tab on the touch screen and press the Edit tab to change the
password.
2. Enter the old password to change it.
3. Enter a new password and confirm it.
The configuration password is also called admin password on the device.
The default configuration password (admin password) is 888999.
STRONG PASSWORD RECOMMENDED–We highly recommend you to create a strong
password of your own choosing (using a minimum of 8 characters,
including at least three kinds of following categories: upper case
letters, lower case letters, numbers, and special characters) in order to
increase the security of your product. And we recommend you reset
your password regularly, especially in the high security system,
resetting the password monthly or weekly can better protect your product.
3.4.2 Setting Local Information
Steps:
1. Get to the configuration interface: Settings -> Configuration, and enter the admin
password (configuration password).
2. Press the Local Info tab to enter the local information settings interface.
3. Set the Community No. and No. for the master station, and set the maximum live
view duration.
The No. ranges from 51 to 99.
The maximum live view duration varies from 10 seconds to 60 seconds.

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Figure 3-3 Local Information Settings
3.4.3 Setting Network
Make sure the network cable is well-connected.
Purpose:
The connection of the network is mandatory for the use of the master station.
Steps:
1. Get to the configuration interface: Settings -> Configuration, and enter the admin
password (configuration password).
2. Press the Network tab to enter the network settings interface.
Figure 3-4 Network Settings Interface
3. Press the tab to pop up network settings dialogue box.

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Figure 3-5 Setting Network
4. Enter a local IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.
5. Press the Save tab.
Enable DHCP function to obtain an IP address automatically.
3.4.4 SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) Server Management
The master station can work as a management center and SIP server simultaneously.
Working as a SIP server
When setting the master station’s IP address as the SIP server address on the master
station and on the indoor/door station simultaneously, the master station can receive
alarm messages from indoor/door stations once there are alarms triggered in the
indoor/door stations.
Requiring Connecting to a SIP server
The master station can also be connected to an independent SIP server.
Steps:
1. Get to the configuration interface: Settings -> Configuration, and enter the admin
password (configuration password).
2. Press the Device tab, and press the SIP Server tab.

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Figure 3-6 SIP Server Adding
3. Enter the IP address of the SIP server.
4. Press the Save button to save the SIP server added.
3.4.5 Adding Devices
Purpose:
The master station never works alone. You can connect the door station, outer door
station, IP camera, DVR, DVS, and NVR. Once connected, those devices can work
together as a whole video intercom system.
Hold the device to open the device operation menu for deleting the selected device or
clearing all devices (excluding management center and SIP server).
SIP server and management center can only be edited but not deleted.
Steps:
1. Go to the configuration interface: Settings -> Configuration, and enter the admin
password (configuration password).
2. Press the Device tab.

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Figure 3-7 Device Management
Adding the Door Station or Outer Door Station
Steps:
1. Press the Add Device tab to pop up the Select Device Type dialogue box.
Figure 3-8 Device Type Selecting
2. Select Door Station or Outer Door Station.
3. Enter the corresponding device information required on the pop-up device adding
dialogue box.