IPX DDK-1200 User manual

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INSTALLATION &
OPERATION MANUAL
MPEG-4 IP CAMERA
DDK-1200

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Table Of Contents
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .............................................................................3
1. PRODUCT FEATURES.............................................................................4
1.1 PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS.....................................................................4
1.2 PRODUCT FEATURES ...........................................................................4
1.3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................5
2. DESCRIPTION OF THE FRONT/REAR VIEW.........................................8
2.1 FRONT PANELAND REAR PANEL...........................................................8
2.2 RS-232 PORT & ALARM I/O ..............................................................9
2.3 FLANK PANEL ....................................................................................10
2.4 THE USB FUNCTION..........................................................................11
3. INSTALLATION ......................................................................................12
3.1 CONNECTING WITH AN NVR .......................................................12
3.2 CONNECTING WITH A DVR..........................................................12
3.3 CONNECTING WITH A MULTIPLEXER.........................................13
3.4 UPDATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE.................................................13
3.5 IPXCAM SD CARD TROUBLESHOOTING................................................15
4. Network Configuration..........................................................................16
4.1 CABLE CONNECTIONS........................................................................16
4.1.1 Connect to a computer ......................................................................................................................16
4.1.2 Connect to a LAN Hub (INTRANET) .............................................................................................17
4.2 CONFIGURE YOUR IPXCAM NETWORK SETTINGS.................................18
4.2.1 Enable DHCP Function.....................................................................................................................18
4.2.2 Set IPAddress ...................................................................................................................................18
4.3 TCP/IP COMMUNICATION SOFTWARE.................................................20
4.4 TCP/IP INSTALLATION .......................................................................21
4.5 TCP/IP CONFIGURATION SETTING ......................................................22
4.6 CONNECTION TESTING.......................................................................23

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5. Operating Instructions for Image Software and Network..................25
5.1 MICROSOFT INTERNET EXPLORER......................................................26
5.1.1 Connecting the Ipxcam ....................................................................................................................26
5.1.2 Change Image Setting......................................................................................................................28
5.1.3 Change the Network Setting............................................................................................................30
5.1.4 Change the System Setting ..............................................................................................................38
5.1.5 Change the Application Setting .......................................................................................................47
5.1.6 Change the SD card Setting.............................................................................................................53
5.1.7 Change the Pan/Tilt setting..............................................................................................................54
5.1.8 PPPoE & DDNS...............................................................................................................................55
5.2 THE IPXCAM IP SURVEILLANCE ..........................................................57
5.2.1 Introduction to IP surveillance.........................................................................................................57
5.2.2 Install the IP surveillance in your PC...............................................................................................58
5.2.3 Login the Ipxcam software ..............................................................................................................59
5.2.4 Operation..........................................................................................................................................62
5.2.4 The Image Viewer............................................................................................................................79
6. ADVANCED OPERATION......................................................................80
7. SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................84
8. Functions of client PC...........................................................................85
APPENDIX 1. –SCANIP..............................................................................86
APPENDIX 2. –Ipxcam UPnP How To......................................................89
APPENDIX 3. –The ARP function.............................................................99
APPENDIX 4. –Register as a DDNS member ........................................101
APPENDIX 5. –MPEG4 Bit Rate Lookup Table of Ipxcam....................105
APPENDIX 6. –FAQ..................................................................................106

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
All the following safety and operational instructions to prevent harm or injury to the operator(s) or
other persons should be read carefully before the unit is activated.
WARNING
 To prevent fire or shock hazard, avoid exposing this unit to rain or moisture.
 Do not block ventilation openings.
 Do not place anything on top of the unit that might spill or fall into it.
 Do not attempt to service this unit yourself, as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Please refer all servicing to
your distributor / retailer.
 Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosols for cleaning.
 To prevent fire or electric shock, do not overload wall outlets or extension cord.
 This unit must be grounded to reduce the risk of electric shocks.

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1. PRODUCT FEATURES
1.1 Product Instructions
This user-friendly device combines cutting-edge sophistication with practical reliability and
convenience, high performance with smooth remote communication. Just plug in the network
cable!! You’ll get live streaming Video & Audio anytime any place! You’ll have security you can rely
on! The especially high resolution has 480 TV lines, a built-in web server and a Network interface to
connect you with the Internet securely and fast.
Other special features include the masking of personal private images with flexible mask-area
positioning and size, the self-downloading automatic video codec and other components, and the
whole unit is very easy to set up. You can access the network to get smooth images through the
real-time and synchronized audio / visual stream provided by the device, because it supports two
compression modes, the MJPEG and the MPEG4 -- you can change from one to the other as you
wish. The MPEG4 file format is a very small size file, so it can save more images over a longer time
and can be set extremely fast. The device also has a built-in websiteserver providing many Internet
functions and protocols, including the MDIX protocol which recognizes both the normal and the
crossover cables, either of which can connect up with an Ipxcam.
We hope this device makes it easier for you to get your IP address information. This unit supports
the USB interface which helps you to veryeasily get an IP address to open the IE browser: just type
in your IP address to the browser and you can access your Ipxcam.
The device can hopefully provide the advanced motion detection function to improve your network
surveillance with both the powerful and enhanced multi-zone and multi-sensitivity modes of
detection. We believe this unit is the right answer to all your network surveillance problems. Try it
and you'll see.
1.2 Product Features
◆ 1/3” Sony Super HAD CCD sensor.
◆ 480 TV lines.

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◆ Built-in web server.
◆ Our comprehensive Plug & Play features-
* PnP video codec–installation of automatic video codec or any component.
* PnP IP address–supports UPnP protocol.
* PnP configuration–USB interface for setup.
* PnP recording–built-in SD card for recording.
◆ Auto white balance (AWB) & auto tracing white balance for color temperatures from
2500°k to 9500°k.
◆ Advanced motion detection–multi-zone & multi-sensitivity.
◆ Privacy image masking with free position and size.
◆ CIF up to Full D1 resolution.
◆ Low Lux: By employing high sensitivity image sensor and low noise circuit design
produces 0.5 lux.
◆ Auto Iris Control (AIC), Auto Gain Control (AGC), Auto Back Light Compensation
(ABLC), and Flicker less (FL).
◆ Fixed shutter speed: 1/1000 sec.
◆ Supports the SD card as a local storage.
◆ Dual codec---MPEG4/MJPEG for various applications.
◆ Real-time and synchronized A/V stream.
◆ No latency. Synchronized Analogy / Digital signal.
◆ Position a camera any place you want–No PC required for operation.
◆ Supports post-alarm function.
◆ Supports the MDIX protocol. Recognizes both the normal and the crossover cables,
either of which can connect up with an Ipxcam.
1.3 Technical Specifications
General:
‧Built-in Web Server and network interface. You don’t need a PC to operate.
Installation:
‧Fast and simple installation – connect to your network and assign an IP address within a
minute. The null modem cable enclosed helps you to set up without a network.
Camera:
‧ Digital, 24-bit color.

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Image sensor:
‧1/3 inch Sony Super HAD CCD sensor.
‧MPEG4 resolution (pixels): 640 x 480, 320x240
Exposure:
‧Automatic AGC.
‧White Balance: Indoor installation.
‧Exposure times: 1/60-1/100,000s.
Sensitivity:
‧Minimum Illumination: 0.5 Lux. F1.2
Image:
‧Image frame rate: up to 30 frames/second.
‧Supports two compression modes, the Motion - JPEG and the MPEG4.
‧5 levels of compression provided. The file size of an M-JPEG compressed image depends
on the image’s actual content. Images with a lot of detail will generate bigger files. The
level of compression determines the image quality. High compression requires smaller
files while low compression gives you finer image quality along with bigger files. The
table below contains the average file size in Kbytes, derived from real life tests.
General I/O:
‧Input/Output connector to trigger the camera vis-a-vis external events, for instance a door
sensor with a solenoid.
System Requirements:
‧Compatible with operating systems such as Windows 2000 and Windows XP.
‧Internet Explorer 6.x.
‧Non-network modem installation needs Windows PC.
Supported Protocols:
‧TCP/IP, DHCP, HTTP, UDP, SNTP, ICMP, DDNS, DNS, UPnP
Security:
‧Password protection available, unless exposure is preferred.
Connections:
‧RJ 45 twisted pair cable, 10/100 mbit Ethernet network connection.
‧Modem connection: RS-232 modem connector for dial-up use. Supports most V90
modems.
‧Input/Output connector to trigger the camera vis-a-vis external events.

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Operating Environment:
‧Operation temperature: 41-122° F (5-50° C).
‧Humidity: 20-80% RHG, non-condensing.
WARNING: Avoid aiming the camera at the sun or other extremely bright lights.
Irrespective of whether the camera is used or unused, the CCD image sensor may be
damaged if exposed to very bright objects. Dimensions and weight are as follows.
Dimensions / Weight:
‧Height: 55 (mm)
‧Width: 95 (mm)
‧Length: 62 (mm)
‧Weight: 306 g
(Not including power supply and mini-tripod.)
Accessories Included:
‧CD-R x 1
‧Power supply: 5V DC/2A.
‧Instruction manual.

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2. DESCRIPTION OF THE FRONT/REAR VIEW
2.1 Front Panel and Rear Panel
-- Front Panel -- -- Rear Panel --
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I/O
DC5V
ETHERNET
VIDEO
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1. MICROPHONE:
The Ipxcam has an additional audio function. The device has a microphone built into its front
panel which records sound.
2. ALARM I/O & RS-232 Port:
The RS-232 communication port functions as a connector to an external control device. This
port includes ALARM OUT, GROUND, ALARM IN, and ALARM RECOVER for connecting with
external devices.
WARNING: You can't use general RS-232 cables to link up with the I/O connectors in the rear
panel of the device (please see the next page for further details).
3. VIDEO OUT Connector:
The connector provides the unit’s composite video signals to a monitor.
4. Plug Inlet:
A DC 5V inlet that connects to an external power supply.
5. ETHERNET 10/100 Connector:
This is a standard RJ-45 connector for 10/100 mbps Ethernet networks.