Intertraff WalzCAM User manual

Intertraff WalzCAM User Manual
ANPR Camera
Operating Instructions
Before attempting to connect or operate this product,
please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
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We declare under our sole responsibility that the product
to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the
standards or other normative documents following the
provisions of Directive C/89/336
The serial number of this product may be found in the
camera housing.
You should note the serial number of this unit in the
space provided and retain this book as a permanent
record of your purchase to aid identification in the event
of theft.
Model No. WALZCAM
Serial No.
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About this Document
This manual is intended for administrators and users of
the WalzCAM™ Camera. It includes instructions for
using and managing the WalzCAM™ Camera on your
network. Previous experience of networking will be
useful when using this product. Some knowledge of
Windows O/S may also be beneficial, for developing
shell scripts and applications. See also the support
page available on our Web site.
Safety Notices sed In This Manual
Caution! - Indicates a potential hazard that can damage
the product.
Important! - Indicates a hazard that can seriously impair
operation.
Do not proceed beyond any of the above notices until
you have fully understood the implications.
Intellectual Property Rights
Intertraff Ltd has intellectual property rights relating to
technology embodied in the product described in this
document. In particular, and without limitation, these
intellectual property rights may include one or more of
the patents listed at http://www.intertraff.com/patent.htm
and one or more additional patents or pending patent
applications in the U, US and other countries.
This product contains licensed third-party software. See
the menu item “About” in the product’s user interface
for more information.
Legal Considerations
Video surveillance and especially automatic license
plate recognition can be prohibited by laws that vary
from country to country. Check the laws in your local
region before using this product for surveillance
purposes.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
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
increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a
different circuit to the receiver. Consult your dealer or
an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Shielded
(STP) network cables must be used with this unit to
ensure compliance with MC standards.
SA - This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B computing device
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which
are designed to provide reasonable protection against
such interference when operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause interference, in this
case the user at his/her own expense will be
required to take whatever measures may be required
to correct the interference.
Europe - This digital equipment fulfills the
requirements for radiated emission according to limit
B of N55022/1998, and the requirements for
immunity according to N55024/1998 residential,
commercial, and light industry.
Japan - This is a class B product based on the
standard of the Voluntary Control Council for
Interference from Information Technology quipment
(VCCI:2003 Class B IT ). If this is used near a radio
or television receiver in a domestic environment, it
may cause radio interference. Install and use the
equipment according to the instruction manual.
Australia - This electronic device meets the
requirements of the Radio communications
( lectromagnetic Compatibility) Standard 1998
AS/NZS 3548.
Canada - This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian IC S-003 B by compliance with N55022:
Class B.
Liability
very care has been taken in the preparation of this
manual. Please inform us of any inaccuracies or
omissions. Intertraff Ltd cannot be held responsible for
any technical or typographical errors and reserves the
right to make changes to the product and manuals
without prior notice. Intertraff Ltd makes no warranty
of any kind with regard to the material contained
within this document, including, but not limited to, the
implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose. Intertraff Ltd shall not be liable nor
responsible for incidental or consequential damages
in connection with the furnishing, performance or use
of this material.
Trademark Acknowledgments
Internet xplorer, Microsoft, Windows, WWW are
registered trademarks of the respective holders. Java
and all Java-based trademarks and logos are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun
Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other
countries.
Support
Should you require any technical assistance, please
contact Intertraff Ltd. If your questions cannot be
answered immediately, your reseller will forward your
queries through the appropriate channels to ensure a
rapid response. If you are connected to the Internet,
you can:
• download user documentation and firmware updates
• find answers to resolved problems in the FAQ
database. Search by product, category, or phrases
• report problems to Intertraff support by logging in
http://intertraff.com/get-support/
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CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions ……………………………………………………………..…………………..…… 5
Preface ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..... 6
Precautions .………..…………………..………………………………………………………………………….... 7
Introduction ………….……………………...................................................................................................... 8
Overview ……………….……………………………………………………………….....................……………. 9
Wiring ………….……………………........................................................................................................... 10
Video Cables …..………………….………………….……………………………………………………………. 12
Camera Installation ……………..………………….…………………………………………………………….. 13
Changing the lens setting through the Keyboard ………………………………………………………………. 13
Optimum Image Plate size ……………………………..………………………………………………………….. 14
Internet xplorer Security Settings ……………………………………………………………………………….. 16
IP Camera Initial Setup ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 16
Changing the image properties …...………………………………………………………………………………. 20
On Screen Display (OSD) ….……………………………………………………………………………………… 20
Changing the lens settings ….....…………………………………………….…………………………………… 21
Changing the WalzCAM IP address……………………………….……………………………………………… 22
Changing the WalzCAM IP password ………………….……………………………………………………… 23
Rebooting the camera …..……………….………………….………………………………………………………. 24
Maintenance & Troubleshooting …….…………………………………………………………………………… 25
Technical Specifications ..………………………………………………………………………………………… 26
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTR CTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Clean only with dry cloth.
6) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
7) Do not use near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit
into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
9) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles and the points where they exit from the apparatus.
10) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-overs.
12) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged or objects fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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PREFACE
WalzCAM™ is an integrated network video camera and infrared illuminator specially designed for vehicle
license plate recognition applications. It uses a high resolution CCD array sensor with solid state infrared
illuminator to provide optimum images of reflective number plates over a full range of ambient light
conditions. WalzCAM™ is packed in a discrete, compact and rugged cast metal housing that is fully sealed
to provide total reliability.
WalzCAM™ is completely self contained and requires only a 12V DC supply (5 Amp).
Features
• Super Sensitive .006 Lux Near IR Sensitive
• Sony 1/3” xView CCD
• Software Controllable features & Functions
• Low Noise - Low Blooming
• Lens Mount: 5-50 mm Motorized
Computer Requirements
The following environments are essential for your
computer to view camera pictures or to set up
parameters.
Computer: Dual Core processor
O/S: One of the following should be installed.
Microsoft Windows XP, Win 7 or Win 8.
Memories: 2 GB or higher
Trademarks
• Adobe, Adobe logos, and Acrobat are registered
trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the
U.S. and/ or other countries.
• Microsoft, Windows, Windows XP and Windows 7,
are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
in the U.S. and/or other countries.
• Other names of companies and products contained
in these operating instructions may be trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective owners.
• Distributing, copying, disassembling, reverse
complying, reverse engineering, and also exporting
in violation of export laws of the software provided
with this product, is expressly prohibited.
Document Convention
These operating instructions use the following
convention when describing the uses and
operations.
• Windows XP stands for Microsoft Windows XP.
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PRECA TIONS
1. The installation should be made by qualified
service personnel or system installers.
2. Do not attempt to disassemble the camera.
To prevent electric shock, do not remove screws or
covers if this is not strictly required.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Ask
qualified service personnel for servicing.
3. Handle the camera with care.
Do not abuse the camera. Avoid striking, shaking,
etc. The camera could be damaged by improper
handling or storage.
4. Do not use strong or abrasive detergents
when cleaning the camera body.
Use a dry cloth to clean the camera when dirty.
When the dirt is hard to remove, use a mild
detergent and wipe gently. Then wipe off the
remaining detergent with a dry cloth.
5. Clean the camera faceplate with care.
Do not clean the faceplate with strong or abrasive
detergents. Use lens tissue or a cotton tipped
applicator with ethanol.
6. Never face the camera toward the sun.
Whether the camera is in use or not, never aim it at
the sun. Otherwise, blooming or smear may be
caused.
7. Do not operate the camera beyond the
specified temperature, humidity or power source
ratings.
Use the camera at temperatures between –20 °C
and +55 °C, and humidity below 90 %. The input
power source is 12 V DC.
8. To prevent fire or electric shock hazard, use a
L listed cable (VW-1, style 1007) for the 12V DC
input terminal.
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INTROD CTION
This manual covers the following Intertraff Camera models:
WalzCAM™ Mono Network
WalzCAM™ Dual Network
All instructions and information in this manual are valid for both models unless otherwise stated.
Both models support the following features:
Full frame rate Motion JP G video streams.
Password protection.
CIF and D1 video resolutions.
Simultaneous access by up to 5 viewers when using Motion JP G.
Built-in web server that provides full access to all features via a standard web browser.
Conform to ONVIF Profile S
System Requirements
CP : Intel Dual Core, 2 GHz or above
Memory Size: 2GB
VGA card resolution: 1024*768 (recommended: Support Overlay function VGA Card)
OS: Windows XP SP2, Windows 7, Windows 8 (x32 & x64 bits)
DirectX: 9.0c or above
Local Area Network: 10Base-T thernet or 100BaseTX Fast thernet
Browser: ActiveX nabled and Compliant Web Browser (We strongly recommend to use: Microsoft Internet
xplore 8.0 or later version)
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OVERVIEW
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Picture 2
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WIRING
The WalzCAM™ is supplied with 3 different cables.
The power cable
The Video Cable, which is equipped with 2 RJ45 and 2 BNC connectors.
The Keyboard cable
All the 3 connectors are IP68 rated. Screw terminations ensure simple ‘field’ connection, which fulfil the
requirement for fast effective connections.
The length of the Power and Video cables is 5 meters. Longer cable can be supplied on request.
The length of the the Keyboard cable is 3 meters.
Step 1. Plug the 12 pins Video Cable in the central connector (see picture 1 in the previous page)
Step 2. Connect the power supply to the Power connector, and then plug the adaptor in the power outlet.
Step 3. Connect the keyboard cable to the 10 pins connector on the right end side of the camera (see picture
1). The keyboard is required to setup the lens (Iris, Zoom in & out, Focus) for both camera board (if
installed).
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The image below shows the WalzCAM Power Supply.
The first terminal on the left is the 110/220 AC input. See the table below for the wirings:
1 N
2 Ground
3 L 110/220 volts AC
The Terminal on the right marked with the numbers 4 and 5 outputs 12 volts DC and must be joined to the
camera back panel as described earlier in this paragraph. See the table below for the wirings:
4 - 12 volts DC
5 + 12 volts DC
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Video Cable Connections
The maximum extensible coaxial cable length between the camera and the Frame Grabber card BNC input
is shown in the table below.
Type of Coaxial
Cable
RG-59/U
(3C-2V)
RG 6/U
(5C-2V)
RG-11/U
(7C-2V)
RG-15/U
(10C-2V)
Recommended
maximum cable
length
(m) 250 500 600 800
(ft) 825 1.650 1.980 2.640
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CAMERA INSTALLATION
Mounting and Adjusting the Camera
Once you have secured the camera to the camera-mounting bracket, you should aim the camera to the
license plate point of capture. The WalzCAM™ mounts a 5-50 mm motorized lens therefore the camera
maximum capturing distance can be extended up to 20 meters.
If you have been using the camera with Intertraff license plate recognition software, please note that this
requires the license plate to be ¼ of the width of the video signal.
Smaller or bigger registration number will be rejected by the software because this requires the height of
the license plate characters to be between 10 and 40 pixels
During the WalzCAM™ installation the horizontal and vertical angle should not be greater than 30 degrees.
The lower the angle, the higher the recognition rate which can be expected .
Start by setting up the camera after the sunset. This is helped by having a TV monitor available, connected
directly to the camera video output (BNC 1), so the result can be immediately seen.
Adjust the aim of the camera with vehicles passing through the point of capturing, so that the number plates
are roughly central in the image. If the camera is offset to the site of the road, the vehicles will appear to
move diagonally through the field of view. They should be central when just passing the point of capturing.
The central point must be adjusted to coincide with the optimum plate image size as the vehicle approaches
or recedes from the camera.
Changing the lens setting through the Keyboard
Please have the keyboard cable connected to the camera.
Lets start with the setup of <Camera 1> (the IR camera). Move the switch
on the top / left corner of the board to CAM 1 (right position).
Move the second switch on the top/ right corner on <Zoom-Focus> (right
position).
To operate the Zoom in & out, push the north / south buttons. Do not keep
the button pushed. Just push and release it quickly. Once you are happy
with the Zoom setup, move to Focus by pushing the ast – West buttons.
Some care needs to be taken when edging the lens in the direction you
want to go, so as not to over run the ideal focus etc
To setup the IRIS move the switch at the top / right corner to <Iris> (left
position). Then take the West button (I-) and keep it pressed until the iris
closes completely and the image becomes dark. Only at this point use
the ast button to open the IRIS with short touches. When the setup is
complete, move to camera 2 (the colour camera) by moving the top / left
switch to <CAM 2> (left position).
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Optimum plate image size
It is crucial to set the size of the image correctly, either by changing the zoom setting of the lens or by
altering the camera aim. The width of a number plate should be approximately 25% of image width at
the nominal point where it is to be recognized. Intertraff ANPR software is very tolerant of variations in
plate and will be working reliably if the height of the license plate characters is between 10 and 40 pixels.
When the camera position is properly set, tighten the mounting bolts firmly so to prevent movement. When
the rest of the system is working, the camera aim can be checked more accurately and readjusted if
necessary.
Adjust the focus of the lens to give a sharp picture at the recognition point. The size of the number plate in
the processed image below is correct:
Picture 3
One of the common errors, is to open the IRIS as much as possible so to “see” the chassis of the vehicle.
See picture which follows. The aim of any ANPR Camera is to supply to the plate recognition software an
image where only the registration number is visible and well illuminated while the other details surrounding
the plate are dark or not visible.
Picture 4
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The IRIS is an adjustable opening (aperture), which controls the amount of light coming through the lens (ie.
the "exposure"). The WalzCAM camera iris works in basically the same way as a still camera iris - as you
open the iris, more infrared light comes in and the number plate picture appears brighter.
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Internet Explorer Security Settings
The WalzCAM™ uses JavaScript and ActiveX control technologies. The ActiveX control must be downloaded
from the camera and installed on your PC.
Consider also to enable the following Internet xplorer security settings:
1. Download signed ActiveX controls
2. Run ActiveX control and Plug-ins
3. Script ActiveX controls marked safe for scripting
4. Active Scripting (Java Scripts)
Generally, default security level in Internet xplorer is set to “Medium”.
In xplorer toolbar you need to select Tool => Internet Options => Security => Custom Level and set each of
the four items above to nable.
You do not need to enable unknown or unsigned ActiveX controls.
An unsigned ActiveX control, does not have a valid digital signature and if downloaded, can leave the PC
exposed to hackers and virus.
Please note that, in xplorer, you can anytime restore the default settings by selecting Tool => Internet
Options => Security => Default Level.
Because the camera built-in web server requires to download several codecs from Internet, we strongly
recommend to plug the camera to a router or network switcher connected to internet rather than connecting
the WalzCAM directly to the PC ethernet port.
IP Camera Initial Setup
If this is the first time that you attempt to connect to the IP camera, please run Internet xplorer and enter the
following IP address 192.168.0.100 in the address field. If you purchased a Dual WalzCAM model, please
note that the default IP address of the colour overview camera is: 192.168.0.101. See the image below.
The default username and password is: admin.
You can change the IP Camera’s password anytime, through System Setting / Account menu
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Please make sure that no other computer is using the same IP address: 192.168.0.100 on the same LAN
area. To determine your IP address and network settings, please:
1. Click on “Start” => “Run” and type in: “cmd” and then press “ NT R”
2. Type the command: ipconfig and then press “ NT R”.
3. This will display your network card’s IP address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway.
4. Ping the WalzCAM default IP address: 192.168.0.100.
5. If Windows detects the camera, or a PC or another network device which is using this address, you will
see the messages which follow:
Pinging 192.168.0.100 with 32 bytes of data:
Reply form 192.168.0.100: bytes=32 time<1ms TTL=128
Reply form 192.168.0.100: bytes=32 time<1ms TTL=128
Reply form 192.168.0.100: bytes=32 time<1ms TTL=128
Reply form 192.168.0.100: bytes=32 time<1ms TTL=128
Ping statistics for 192.168.0.100: Packets: Sent = 4, Received =4, Lost = 0 (0% loss),
Approximate round trip times in million-seconds: Minimum = 0ms, Maximum = 0ms, Average = 0ms
6. If there is no response on this address you’ll see
Pinging 192.168.0.100 with 32 bytes of data:
Request timed out.
Request timed out.
Request timed out.
Request timed out.
Ping statistics for 192.168.0.100: Packets: Sent = 4, Received =0, Lost = 4 (100% loss),
This indicates that the address is available for use.
After login, you’ll see a yellow bar underneath Internet xplorer address. Please right click on the bar to
install the ActiveX™ component.
Proceed bt installing the “ActiveX Control”. See the image below for details:
At this point, push the button install to complete the installation:
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When all the components have been installed properly, please push the Live Video button to display the
camera video signal. See below:
At this point Windows firewall may pop-up an alert message, inviting the user to block the traffic between
Internet xplorer and the WalzCAM™ IP Camera. To continue.Please select Unblock (see the image).
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Changing the image properties
Brightness and Contrast levels are especially important to enhance the recognition rate.
The Brightness level should be reduced as much as possible while the Contrast should be increased as
much as possible. It is possible at anytime to back to the default values by pushing the System Setting /
Reset button. To change image properties push the Image adjust button (see the image below).
On Screen Display (OSD)
If you have been using the WalzCAM™ for license plate recognition the On Screen Display function shall be
OFF otherwise the writings the built-in web server overwrites on the images can interfere with the license
plate reading. To disable the OSD, push Live Video and select the Image Adjust button. The OSD controls
will appear at the bottom of the screen. Select the OSD drag and drop menu and set this to OFF.
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