Novitec i-Nova2 User manual

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CONTENTS
1. ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT ................................................................................................................ 7
1.1. PURPOSE OF THE DOCUMENT........................................................................................................................................................7
1.2. CONTENT OF THE DOCUMENT .......................................................................................................................................................7
2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION............................................................................................................ 8
2.1. INSTRUMENT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................................................8
2.2. OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS .......................................................................................................................................................8
2.2.1. Important safety precautions.................................................................................................................................8
2.2.2. Handling and cleaning ..............................................................................................................................................8
2.2.3. Installation.......................................................................................................................................................................9
2.2.4. Performance and longevity ..................................................................................................................................... 9
2.2.5. I/O Connector................................................................................................................................................................9
2.2.6. Using a C-Mount adaptor ring..............................................................................................................................9
3. CAMERA INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................10
3.1. ABOUT I-NOVA2............................................................................................................................................................................11
3.2. I-NOVA2SOFTWARE CONCEPT...................................................................................................................................................11
4. QUICK START ....................................................................................................................................11
4.1. SUPPORT PROTOCOL......................................................................................................................................................................11
4.1.1. Novitec protocol.........................................................................................................................................................11
4.1.2. RTSP/ONVIF protocol...............................................................................................................................................11
4.2. WINDOWS.......................................................................................................................................................................................12
4.2.1. System Requirements...............................................................................................................................................12
4.2.2. Hardware........................................................................................................................................................................12
4.2.3. Installing i-Nova2 SDK.............................................................................................................................................12
4.2.4. Camera connection...................................................................................................................................................12
5. TECHNICAL DATA I-NOVA2 (STANDARD / ZOOM / COMPACT / MOTOR).........................14
5.1. DIMENSIONS...................................................................................................................................................................................14
5.1.1. i-Nova2 Standard model ........................................................................................................................................14
5.1.2. i-Nova2-Zoom model ..............................................................................................................................................15
5.1.3. i-Nova2 Compact model(Sony Sensor) ...........................................................................................................16
5.1.4. Nova2 Compact model (On-Semi Sensor).....................................................................................................17

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5.1.5. i-Nova2-Motor model (Focal length: 6 ~ 22 mm).....................................................................................18
5.1.6. i-Nova2-Motor model (Focal length: 5 ~ 50 mm).....................................................................................19
5.2. CONNECTORS .................................................................................................................................................................................20
5.2.1. i-Nova2 Standard model ........................................................................................................................................20
5.2.1.1. Power connector..........................................................................................................................................20
5.2.1.2. Network connector.....................................................................................................................................20
5.2.1.3. GPIO connector............................................................................................................................................20
5.2.1.4. DC iris connector.........................................................................................................................................21
5.2.2. i-Nova2-Zoom, Compact, Motor model .........................................................................................................22
5.2.2.1. Power connector..........................................................................................................................................22
5.2.2.2. Network connector.....................................................................................................................................22
5.2.2.3. GPIO connector............................................................................................................................................22
6. FILTER.................................................................................................................................................24
6.1. IR CUT FILTER..................................................................................................................................................................................24
6.2. BAND PASS FILTER..........................................................................................................................................................................24
7. USING THE VIEWER.........................................................................................................................25
7.1. CSHARP CLIENT............................................................................................................................................................................25
7.1.1. Main Window ..............................................................................................................................................................25
7.1.1.1. IP Address Check.........................................................................................................................................25
7.1.1.2. Connection Information ...........................................................................................................................26
7.1.1.3. Camera Control ............................................................................................................................................26
7.1.1.4. Image Data Information...........................................................................................................................26
7.1.1.5. Other Controls ..............................................................................................................................................27
7.1.2. Camera Control screen............................................................................................................................................30
7.1.2.1. General Tab ....................................................................................................................................................30
7.1.2.2. Code Tab .........................................................................................................................................................32
7.1.2.3. Trigger / Flash Tab ......................................................................................................................................33
7.1.2.4. Bracket Tab .....................................................................................................................................................38
7.1.2.5. i-Nova2 tab ....................................................................................................................................................39
7.1.2.6. i-Nova2-Zoom ..............................................................................................................................................41
7.1.2.7. i-Nova2-Motor..............................................................................................................................................42
7.1.2.8. General Button .............................................................................................................................................43
7.2. NOVITEC CAMERA VIEWER ..........................................................................................................................................................43
7.2.1. Main UI ...........................................................................................................................................................................43
7.2.2. Detailed Configuration ............................................................................................................................................44
7.2.2.1. Menu.................................................................................................................................................................44

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7.2.2.2. Tool bar............................................................................................................................................................44
7.2.2.3. Image Display ...............................................................................................................................................44
7.2.2.4. Settings ............................................................................................................................................................44
7.2.2.5. Status bar ........................................................................................................................................................45
7.2.3. Camera connection...................................................................................................................................................45
7.2.4. Overlay............................................................................................................................................................................46
7.2.5. Histogram......................................................................................................................................................................47
7.2.6. Scripts..............................................................................................................................................................................47
8. RTSP/ONVIF STREAMING ..............................................................................................................48
8.1. RTSP STREAMING..........................................................................................................................................................................48
8.1.1. URL ...................................................................................................................................................................................48
8.1.1.1. H.264 .................................................................................................................................................................48
8.1.1.2. Sub H.264........................................................................................................................................................48
8.1.1.3. MJPEG...............................................................................................................................................................48
8.1.2. ONVIF ..............................................................................................................................................................................49
9. WEB PAGE .........................................................................................................................................50
9.1. SYSTEM SETUP ................................................................................................................................................................................50
9.1.1. I Info.................................................................................................................................................................................50
9.1.2. User ..................................................................................................................................................................................50
9.1.3. Time..................................................................................................................................................................................50
9.1.4. Update.............................................................................................................................................................................51
9.1.5. Reboot.............................................................................................................................................................................51
9.2. ISP SETUP........................................................................................................................................................................................51
9.2.1. Color.................................................................................................................................................................................51
9.2.2. Image...............................................................................................................................................................................52
9.2.3. Motion.............................................................................................................................................................................52
9.2.4. System.............................................................................................................................................................................52
9.3. VIDEO SETUP...................................................................................................................................................................................52
9.3.1. Video................................................................................................................................................................................52
9.3.2. RTSP View......................................................................................................................................................................55
9.3.3. JPEG View ......................................................................................................................................................................56
9.4. NETWORK SETUP............................................................................................................................................................................56
9.4.1. Ethernet ..........................................................................................................................................................................56
9.5. VERSION INFORMATION................................................................................................................................................................57
9.5.1. Firmware Version, Serial Number.......................................................................................................................57

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9.6. STILL CUT.........................................................................................................................................................................................57
9.6.1. JPEG image still cut...................................................................................................................................................57
10. TROUBLE SHOOTING ....................................................................................................................58
10.1. IP CONNECTION PROBLEM.........................................................................................................................................................58
10.1.1. When the camera Ethernet setting is Auto IP (DHCP) ..........................................................................58
10.1.2. If the camera Ethernet setting is static IP ...................................................................................................58
10.1.3. Multiple LAN ports as fixed ...............................................................................................................................59
10.1.4. If the IP address keeps changing ....................................................................................................................59
10.2. FIREWALL PROBLEMS SUCH AS IP SEARCH NOT WORKING (WINDOWS) ...........................................................................60
10.2.1. Windows Security Alert (Network Connection Setup)...........................................................................60
10.3. WEB PLAYER DOES NOT RUN.....................................................................................................................................................62
10.3.1. Internet Explorer (Windows)...............................................................................................................................62
10.3.2. Other Browsers.........................................................................................................................................................62
10.4. FLASH LIGHT DOES NOT WORK .................................................................................................................................................63
10.4.1. Does not turn on (Camera I/O wiring problem) ......................................................................................63
10.4.2. Lights out of sync....................................................................................................................................................64
10.4.2.1. The Flash Polarity settings....................................................................................................................64
10.4.2.2. Check whether filter is used................................................................................................................64
10.5. RTSP CONNECTION NOT WORKING.........................................................................................................................................64
10.6. LED DOES NOT LIGHT UP...........................................................................................................................................................64
10.7. PROBLEM WITH VIDEO SUDDENLY NOT APPEARING...............................................................................................................65
10.7.1. Trigger Mode.............................................................................................................................................................65
10.7.2. In case of Broken Buffer / Time Out, etc. ....................................................................................................65
10.7.3. In case of firmware update.................................................................................................................................65
10.8. ENTERED VALUE IS NOT SET .......................................................................................................................................................65
10.8.1. If the value set in the viewer is not set properly.....................................................................................65
10.8.1.1. If the value is not set properly without rebooting ...................................................................66
10.8.1.2. If the previous setting value is not set properly after rebooting ......................................66
10.8.2. If the value set in the web page is not set properly..............................................................................66
11. APPENDIX .......................................................................................................................................67
11.1. CAMERA SPECIFIC ........................................................................................................................................................................67
11.1.1. i-Nova2 Standard Camera...................................................................................................................................67
11.1.2. i-Nova2-Zoom Camera.........................................................................................................................................68
11.1.3. i-Nova2 Compact Camera (Sony Sensor) ....................................................................................................69

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11.1.4. i-Nova2 Compact Camera (Sony Sensor) ....................................................................................................70
11.1.5. i-Nova2-Motor Camera (Sony Sensor)..........................................................................................................71
11.1.6. i-Nova2-Motor Camera (ON-Semi Sensor).................................................................................................72
11.2. SENSOR DETAILED PROPERTIES ..................................................................................................................................................73
11.2.1. I-Nova2 Standard (IMX265) / i-Nova2-Zoom ............................................................................................73
11.2.2. i-Nova2 Standard (IMX392) / i-Nova2 Compact / i-Nova2-Motor..................................................73
11.2.3. i-Nova2-Motor (AR0234CS)................................................................................................................................73
12. IMAGE TABLE OF CONTENTS......................................................................................................74
13. TABLE OF CONTENTS....................................................................................................................76
14. REVISION HISTORY .......................................................................................................................76
15. CONTACT.........................................................................................................................................77

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1. About this document
1.1. Purpose of the document
An explanatory document for the i-Nova2 Series. For information necessary for programming, please
refer to the software API document, which is a separate document, and the Example project provided
as a sample.
1.2. Content of the document
At the beginning of the manual, there is an introduction to the camera and an explanation of the
viewer program. Please refer to Chapter 11 for detailed specification information for each camera. The
next chapter introduces camera information and general information.
Camera information includes the following
◼Camera information
◼Sensor information
◼Filter and lens
◼How to connect the initial camera
General information includes:
◼Precautions for using the camera
◼Software tool for i-Nova2
⚫C# Client Viewer
⚫Web Browser
◼Trouble shooting

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2. Important information
2.1. Instrument safety instructions
◼We are not responsible for any damage caused by user negligence or other equipment
Connection.
◼Please handle the camera with care. strong shock or please be careful when storing in an
unsuitable environment.
◼Please do not use accessories that are not recommended as they may be dangerous.
2.2. Operation considerations
2.2.1. Important safety precautions
- Please check the specifications for each product and use a power supply with the appropriate
specifications.
- Avoid heat sources such as radiators, motors, direct sunlight, and fire.
- Avoid flammable substances, water, or be careful not to let metal get inside the camera.
- Do not modify the camera or use the camera with the outer cover removed.
- Avoid thunder. Stop using the camera when lightning strikes.
- When using the camera outdoors, protect it from moisture. (rain / snow, etc.)
- Board level notes
▸Be careful to avoid electric shocks such as static electricity (ESD).
▪Use ground (GND), etc. to handle ESD, etc.
▪Avoid contacting with plastic or vinyl, be careful not to get Styrofoam, etc.
▪Do not touch the components of the circuit board with your hands or conductive devices.
2.2.2. Handling and cleaning
- Do not attempt to disassemble the camera.
- When changing the lens and filter, be careful not to let water or dust enter the camera.
- Use a blower or lens brush to remove dust from the lens or optical filter.
- Do not disassemble the front flange.
- Clean the case with a soft, dry cloth.
- Do not use the cleaners which contain benzene, thinner, or alcohol. Also do not use the spray
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2.2.3. Installation
Avoid installing or storing the camera in the following locations.
- Direct sunlight, or rain or the environment exposed to the eye.
- Environments with flammable or corrosive gases
- Excessive temperature or low temperature environment (recommended ambient temperature: 0 to
45 °C)
- Wet or dusty places
- Places subject to excessive vibration or shock
- Environments exposed to strong electric or magnetic fields
- Do not place the camera at the sun or other strong light sources. Environment
- In case of unfavorable conditions, be sure to inquire about the installation environment before
installation.
2.2.4. Performance and longevity
Please configure the environment that meets the camera operation specifications. If the ambient
temperature is high, the service life may be shortened due to deterioration of the parts. In that case,
you also need to consider the cooling system.
2.2.5. I/O Connector
- When wiring the I/O connector, be careful with the connection so that the wires fit well.
- Make sure the power is off before connecting or disconnecting the I /O connector.
- To avoid damaging the connector, do not pull by holding the electric wire, etc.
2.2.6. Using a C-Mount adaptor ring
All i-Nova models are compatible with CS-mount lenses. However, if a C-Mount lens adaptor
(extension ring) is attached, C-mount lenses can be used.
<Image> 1. i-Nova mount (CS) and extension ring (CS to C)

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3. Camera introduction
<Image> 2. i-Nova2 Standard Series
<Image> 3. i-Nova2 Compact Series
<Image> 4. i-Nova2-Zoom Series
<Image> 5. i-Nova2-Motor Series
Product Name
Model
Sensor
Zoom
range
Built-in
Lenses
(Ext.)
DC iris
Filter
Switcher
YUV
i-Nova2 Standard
iN2-32SC
Sony (IMX265)
-
-
O
O
O
i-Nova2 Standard
iN2-23SC
Sony (IMX392)
-
-
O
O
O
i-Nova2-Zoom
iN2Z-32SC-6Z210
Sony (IMX265)
6-210mm
O
-
O
O
i-Nova2 Compact
iN2-23SC-C
Sony (IMX392)
-
-
-
-
-
i-Nova2-Compact
iN2-23SC-C
On-Semi (AR0234)
-
-
-
-
-
i-Nova2-Motor
iN2M-23SC-6M22
Sony (IMX392)
6-22mm
O
-
O
-
i-Nova2-Motor
iN2M-23SC-5M50
Sony (IMX392)
5-50mm
O
-
O
-
i-Nova2-Motor
iN2M-23OC-6M22
On-Semi (AR0234)
6-22mm
O
-
O
-
i-Nova2-Motor
iN2M-23OC-5M50
On-Semi (AR0234)
5-50mm
O
-
O
-
<Table> 1. i-Nova2 simple specifications
For detailed specifications for each camera and sensor, refer to Chapter 11.

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3.1. About i-Nova2
i-Nova2 is an Ethernet camera that can be used in various environments and is the optimal solution
for various environments such as ITS. In addition to the multi-trigger function, the Bracket Mode,
which allows you to set up to 4 separate exposure times and gains for each frame obtained in
succession, is basically supported, minimizing misrecognition of rapidly changing environments or
specific objects.
i-Nova2 is a 100/1000Mbps interface camera that can transmit 1920 x 1080 resolution color video at
30FPS for JPEG, H.264 and at 15FPS for YUV420 output.
3.2. i-Nova2 Software Concept
Using TCP/UDP communication, you can control the camera and acquire video frames using Novitec
Protocol. There is no need to install a separate driver and there are no restrictions on the operating
system and language being used as long as TCP/IP is available.
<Image> 6. software concept
4. Quick start
4.1. Support protocol
4.1.1. Novitec protocol
Camera control and video can be acquired using Novitec API protocol, which uses TCP/UDP
communication. So, you can use the camera in any language/OS that can use TCP/UDP
communication. Samples provided on the SDK are C#/C++/ Python.
4.1.2. RTSP/ONVIF protocol
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4.2. Windows
4.2.1. System Requirements
- Microsoft Windows 7/8/10 (32-bit, 64-bit)
- Any OSes with TCP/IP
The example code written in C++/C# is for Windows. Also, some C++ code for Linux and Python
code is available. If your environment is not included in the SDK but supports TCP/IP, you can still
communicate with the camera by writing code. Please refer to the API protocol document.
4.2.2. Hardware
Your PC must have an Ethernet adaptor to communicate with the camera.
It is recommended to use the latest version of the Ethernet driver.
4.2.3. Installing i-Nova2 SDK
①Download the SDK and decompress to a desired location. (There is no Installer.)
②Check the file has been successfully decompressed.
→The folders bin, bin64, doc, and example must exist.
③The bin folder includes some executables such as ClientCSharp, ClientMFC.
④You can check the i-Nova2 API and manual documents in the doc folder.
⑤You can check the source code of the tools such as ClientCSharp and ClientMFC in the
example folder.
4.2.4. Camera connection
- i-Nova2 models are shipped with DHCP enabled in default, so it is not a static IP when first
connected.
- When you run a viewer program such as ClientCSharp, you can check the IP as shown below.

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<Image> 7. C# Client Viewer
If the network does not have a DHCP server, the IP address range of the PC's network adapter must
be changed to match the camera in order to connect to the camera. Network connections are
described in detail in Chapter 10.

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5. Technical data i-Nova2 (Standard / Zoom / Compact / Motor)
5.1. Dimensions
5.1.1. i-Nova2 Standard model
i-Nova2 Standard is a basic model with no built-in lenses. You can set any C or C-Mount lenses and
DC iris can be used. It also supports PoE (Power over Ethernet).
<Image> 8. i-Nova2 Standard dimension view
Top View
Side View
Back View
Front View

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5.1.2. i-Nova2-Zoom model
i-Nova2-Zoom has a built-in motorized lens with zoom, focus and iris control. It has all the other
standard functions as in i-Nova2 models.
The Zoom, Focus and Iris are controllable remotely with our API.
<Image> 9. i-Nova2-Zoom dimension view
Power or I/O connectors are standard. Please be sure to check the model and the other one.
Bottom View
Side View
Back View
Front View

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5.1.3. i-Nova2 Compact model(Sony Sensor)
i-Nova2 Compact does not include an IR-Cut Filter, it is the smallest among i-Nova2 models and
contains essential functions among the functions that users need.
<Image> 10. i-Nova2 Compact (Sony Sensor) dimension view
Top View
Side View
Back View
Front View

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5.1.4. Nova2 Compact model (On-Semi Sensor)
i-Nova2 Compact does not include an IR-Cut Filter, it is the smallest among i-Nova2 models and
contains essential functions among the functions that users need.
<Image> 11. i-Nova2 Compact (On-Semi Sensor) dimension view
Top View
Side View
Back View
Front View

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5.1.5. i-Nova2-Motor model (Focal length: 6 ~ 22 mm)
The i-Nova2-Motor model has a built-in motorized zoom lens, so there is no need to manually
handling the lens when adjusting the zoom and focus.
<Image> 12. i-Nova2-Motor (6~22) dimension view
Top View
Side View
Back View
Front View

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5.1.6. i-Nova2-Motor model (Focal length: 5 ~ 50 mm)
This model has the same specification with the above model except the range of the zoom focal
length is different and it has the different camera dimensions.
<Image> 13. i-Nova2-Motor (5~50) dimension view
Top View
Side View
Back View
Front View

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5.2. Connectors
5.2.1. i-Nova2 Standard model
5.2.1.1. Power connector
Typical 12 ~ 24 V, 1-Pin DC Jack (inner 2.1mm, outer 5.5mm) is used.
<Image> 14. 1Pin DC Jack connector
5.2.1.2. Network connector
Supports 100/1000 M bps, using a common RJ45 connector.
<Image> 15. Network connector (RJ45 type)
5.2.1.3. GPIO connector
<Image> 16. 4Pin mini clamp socket connector
GPIO internal circuit is as below, Strobe signal output port can be changed using Novitec
protocol in i-Nova viewer. (Default is EXT-OUT1 port)