Orion COMPACT BULLET IP CAMERA User manual

H.264 IP
CAMERA
USER MANUAL
MODEL: COMPACT BULLET IP CAMERA
2013/8/12

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this device near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or any other devices that produce heat.
9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, power outlets, or the point where the
cord exits the device.
10. Only use attachments or accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table mount specified by the manufacturer or sold with the device.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/device combination to avoid injury from the cart tipping over.
12. Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer to qualified service personnel for all servicing needs. Servicing is required when the device has been damaged in
any way, such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid spills or objects fall onto the device, the device
is exposed to rain or moisture, the device does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
14. Caution: Danger of explosion if the battery is not properly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type of
battery.
15. These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
USA & CANADA: USE CLASS 2 POWER SUPPLY ONLY
This product was tested with a UPS to satisfy EN 61000-4-11 test conditions (voltage dips and short interruptions
test) under the EN 50130-4: 2011 standard.

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Table of Contents
1. Product Features ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
2. Installation................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
3. Accessing the Camera...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
3.1 Access from a Browser.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
3.2 Accessing the IP Camera from the Internet .......................................................................................................................................................................................7
3.3 Adjusting the Image...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
3.4 Live View............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
3.5 Video Stream Types ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
3.6 How to Stream H.264.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
4. Setup.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
4.1 Analog Output ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
4.2 Video................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
4.2.1 Codec................................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
4.2.2 Camera .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
4.3 Live ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................13
4.3.1 Setup ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................13
4.3.2 Privacy Mask.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................14
4.4 FTP...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................15
4.4.1 Config ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................15
4.4.2 Event ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................16
4.4.3 Periodical..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................17
4.5 Event................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................18
4.5.1 Motion..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................18
4.5.2 Tamper Detection.............................................................................................................................................................................................................18
4.5.3 Mapping ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................18
4.6 Network...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................19
4.6.1 IP Setup ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................19
4.6.2 Service Port ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................21
4.6.3 RTP ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................22
4.6.4 E-mail ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................23
4.6.5 DDNS ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................24
4.6.6 UPnP.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................24
4.7 System .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................25
4.7.1 User..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................25
4.7.2 Date/Time ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................25
4.7.3 Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................26
4.7.4 Information ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................26
5. Accessory List & Dimensions..................................................................................................................................................................................................................27

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1. Product Features
This IP Camera is a high-performance H.264 network camera designed for demanding security installations. It delivers
crisp, clear images that disclose every detail thanks to a top quality progressive CMOS sensor and advanced image
processing.
This IP Camera is supported by a wide variety of video management software solutions and provides a perfect solution
for securing banks, offices, airports, and other facilities over an IP network.
The optimal Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af) connection to the IP Camera allows power to be delivered over the
network, eliminating the need for a power outlet and reducing installation costs. Continuous power can also be
guaranteed with a central Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).
This IP Camera offers a comprehensive set of network security and management features. This includes support for port-
based network control (IEEE 802.1X), which allows the camera to be connected to a network secured with this control as
well as HTTPS encryption to provide a secure connection between the IP Camera and remote monitoring software. It
also allows for authentication of the video source. Network video products are powerfully managed with the IP Camera
Management Tool, which is provided on the Installation CD that comes with each IP Camera unit.
Network Connector: This IP Camera connects to the network via a standard network cable and automatically detects the
speed of the local network segment (10BaseT/100BaseTX Ethernet). This socket can also be used to power the IP
Camera via Power over Ethernet (PoE). The camera automatically senses the correct power level when using a PoE (Class
2) switch, router, or injector.
Reset Button: Press this button to restore the camera settings to the factory default configuration.

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2. Installation
1. Assemble the sun visor and connect all cables:
a. Connect the IP Camera to the network using a shielded network cable.
2. Ports and Buttons:
a. Adjust the IP Camera lens up/down/left/right to fit the desired position.
b. Analog video output is for the service monitor.

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3. Ceiling Mount:
4. Surface Mount:

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3. Accessing the Camera
Follow the instructions in the IP Camera Installation Guide to install the camera. This IP Camera can be accessed
on most standard operating systems and web browsers. For the best performance, Windows 7 and Internet
Explorer 9 (32bit) is recommended.
3.1 Access from a Browser
1. Open a web browser (Internet Explorer 9 32 bit recommended).
2. Enter the IP address or host name of the IP Camera in the Location/Address field of the browser and press
Enter.
3. A dialog box will pop up to Log-In. The default user name is ADMIN and the default password is 1234.
4. The IP Camera’s Live View will now be displayed on the web browser.
Note: The layout of the live view page for the IP Camera may have been customized to meet specific requirements.
Consequently, some of the examples and functions featured here may differ from a user’s experience.
3.2 Accessing the IP Camera from the Internet
Once installed, the IP Camera is accessible on the Local Area Network (LAN). Configure the router/firewall to allow
incoming data traffic to access the IP Camera from the Internet. For security reasons, this is usually done through
a specific port. Please refer to the router/firewall documentation for further information and instructions.

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3.3 Adjusting the Image
To adjust the position of the lens:
1. Open the Live View page in a web browser. Select the Setup tab and open the Installation page. Select Video
Format.
2. Connect an analog monitor to the Video Out with a BNC cable. Use the image to confirm the camera is
position properly.
3. Check and confirm the image is set as desired on the Live View page.
3.4 Live View
3.5 Video Stream Types
H.264 Protocols and Communication Methods:
oReal-time Transport Protocol (RTP): RTP is a protocol that allows programs to manage the real-time
transmission of multimedia data, via unicast or multicast.
oReal Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP): RTSP serves as a control protocol to negotiate the type of transport
protocol to use for the stream. RTSP is used by a viewing client to start a unicast session.
oUser Datagram Protocol (UDP): UDP is a communications protocol that offers limited service for exchanging
data in a network that uses the Internet Protocol (IP). UDP is an alternative to the Transmission Control
Protocol (TCP). The advantage of UDP is that it is not required to deliver all data and may drop network
packets when there is network congestion. This is suitable for live video as there is no point in re-transmitting
old information that will not be displayed anyway.
oUnicasting: Unicasting is communication between a single sender and a single receiver over a network. This
means that the video stream goes independently to each user and each user gets a personal stream. A
benefit of unicasting is if one stream fails it only affects one user.
oMulticasting: Multicasting is a bandwidth-conserving technology that reduces bandwidth usage by
simultaneously delivering a single stream of information to multiple network recipients. This technology is
used primarily on delimited networks (intranets) as each user needs an uninterrupted data flow and should
not rely on network routers.

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3.6 How to Stream H.264
Deciding on the combination of protocols and methods to use depends on user viewing requirements a local
network properties. Setting the preferred method(s) is done on the Setup page.
oRTP+RTSP: This method (actually RTP over UDP and RTSP over TCP) should be the first consideration for live
video, especially when it is important to always have an up-to-date video stream, even if some of the images
are lost due to network problems. This can be configured as unicast or multicast.
oRTP/RTSP/Multicasting: This provides the most efficient use of bandwidth, especially when there are large
numbers of clients connecting simultaneously. Note, however, that a multicast broadcast cannot pass a
network router unless the router is configured to allow this. For example, it is impossible to multicast over
the Internet.
oRTP/RTSP/Unicasting: This should be used for video-on-demand broadcasting so that there is no video traffic
on the network until a client connects and requests the stream. However, as more and more unicasts clients
connect, the traffic on the network will increase and may cause congestion. Although there is a maximum of
8 unicast viewers, note that all multicast viewers combined count as 1 unicast viewer.
oRTP/RTSP: This unicast method is RTP tunneled over RTSP. This could be used to exploit the fact that it is
relatively simple to configure firewalls to allow RTSP traffic.
4. Setup
Administrators with unrestricted access can configure the IP Camera in the web browser through the Setup tab.
4.1 Analog Output
Toggle the Analog Output ON to connect via BNC output or toggle OFF and click SAVE.
[Not all IP Cameras have an Analog Output]

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4.2 Video
4.2.1 Codec
These are tools to control the camera network streams, adjust network stream video quality settings, and
control the video bit rate.
oCodec: H.264 and MJPEG are supported. Both streams cannot be set to MJPEG. Note that NONE is also a
selection for the 2nd Stream.
H.264 is a video compression standard that makes good use of bandwidth and which can
provide high-quality video streams at less than 1 Mbit/s. The H.264 standard provides scope for
a large range of different coding tools for use by various applications in different situations, and
the IP Camera provides certain subsets of these tools. Using H.264, it is also possible to control
the bit rate, which in turn allows the amount of bandwidth usage to be controlled.