Phylink PLC-128 Series User manual

USER MANUAL
VERSION 1.0
Covert Network Security Camera
PLC-128 Series
720P

Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Product Overview 5............................................................................................
Package Contents ............................................................................................................. 5
System Requirements ..................................................................................................... 5
Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 6
Hardware Overview ......................................................................................................... 8
Installation 10.......................................................................................................
Hardware Installation ................................................................................................. 10
Wireless Installation with WPS function...................................................... 17
Restore Camera back to factory settings .................................................. 16
Camera installation on PC ......................................................................................... 44
Camera Live installation on PC ....................................................................... 44
Play, Delete and Modify cameras ................................................................... 46
Muliti-viewing on one screen .......................................................................... 48
Video recording, Storage and Viewing ......................................................... 49
Snapshots, Storage and Viewing .................................................................... 50
Quick installation for iOS device ............................................................................. 25
Camera installation on iOS device ................................................................. 25
Wireless Setup on iOS device .......................................................................... 28
.......................................................................... 31Advanced settings on iOS device
................................................................... 35Quick installation for Android device
Camera installation on Android device ........................................................ 35
Wireless Setup on Android device ................................................................. 38
................................................................ 41Advanced settings on Android device
Sensor Unit Installation .................................................................................... 10
Installation via Web Browser ................................................................................... 51
Viewing Camera via Web Browser ................................................................ 51
Wireless Setup on PC via Web Browser ..................................................... 52
Advanced Configuration 57............................................................................
Network Camera Setting Interface ........................................................................ 57
Camera................................................................................................................................ 57
Camera Setup.......................................................................................................... 57
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
Main Unit Installation........................................................................................ 13
Wireless Installation Considerations............................................................ 18
General I/O Terminal ......................................................................................... 19

Table of Contents
Network................................................................................................................................ 63
Wireless Setup.......................................................................................................... 63
TCP/IP Setup............................................................................................................. 65
DDNS Setup.............................................................................................................. 66
UPNP Setup.............................................................................................................. 69
.
Storage ................................................................................................................................. 71
Storage Setup ......................................................................................................... 71
Browse Storage ....................................................................................................... 72
Format SD Card ....................................................................................................... 72
Task ........................................................................................................................................ 76
Motion Detection .................................................................................................. 76
Schedule Setup ...................................................................................................... 78
Task Management ................................................................................................. 79
HTTP alarm sending ...................................................................................... 86
HTTP periodic sending ................................................................................. 87
Snapshot to storage on alarm .................................................................... 88
Snapshot to storage periodically .............................................................. 89
Record to storage on alarm ......................................................................... 90
Record to storage continuously ................................................................. 91
Sending files in storage to FTP server ..................................................... 92
Email alarm sending ...................................................................................... 80
Email periodic sending ................................................................................. 82
FTP alarm sending ......................................................................................... 83
FTP periodic sending .................................................................................... 85
Tools ...................................................................................................................................... 93
System Identity ....................................................................................................... 93
User Management ................................................................................................. 94
Date & Time .............................................................................................................. 95
Backup or Reset ...................................................................................................... 96
Firmware Upgrade ................................................................................................. 96
Recording to NAS .................................................................................................. 73
Stream Setup ........................................................................................................... 58
OSD Setup ................................................................................................................ 61
Night Vision Setup ................................................................................................. 62
Advanced functions....................................................................................................... 98
Wizard.......................................................................................................................... 98
System......................................................................................................................... 99
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual

Table of Contents
Technical Specifications 102....................................................................................
Glossary of Terms 103.................................................................................................
Troubleshooting 100..................................................................................................
Status indicator LED of camera does not light up ..................................................... 100
The picture viewing interface does not appear on internet explorer ................. 100
The camera’s network connection unreliable............................................................. . 100
.
Wireless communication does not work ....................................................................... 100
Video window shows "on connecting” .......................................................................... 100
Forget the IP address of network camera ...................................................................... 101
Forget the password to access the setting interface ................................................. 101
Why we see strips in the videos ........................................................................................ 101
The camera is producing noisy images .......................................................................... 101
Using a camera behind glass ............................................................................................. 101
Technical Support 105................................................................................................
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual

Section 1 - Product Overview
Package Contents
Verify the package contents against the list below.
System Requirements
Minimum Mac System Requirements
Operating system-Mac OSX 10.4 (Tiger)
Processor-800MHz-Power PC G4 or Intel
Memory-128Mb RAM (256Mb recommended)
Minimum PC System Requirements
Operating system-Windows 2000/XP/Vista
/Windows 7/Mac/Linux
Processor-Intel Pentium III, 1GHz
Memory-256Mb RAM
Viewing System Requirements
Web Browser Setup/Viewing- IE Version 5.5 or later, Firefox,
Google Chrome, Safari & most other browsers
Real Player QuickTime and most other VLC players.
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
PLC-128PW / PLC-128W / PLC-128P Main Unit
Camera Unit ( include 8 meter RJ11 cable)
Mounting Accessories
External Antenna (PLC-128P has no this item)
Manual and Software on CD-ROM
CAT5 Ethernet Cable
4 pin I/O connector terminal block
Power Adapter
Quick Install Guide
5

Introduction
Excellent HDTV 720P video quality at full frame rate, Megapixel pinhole lens.
Works over Wi-Fi, Ethernet or Power over Ethernet (PoE) 802.3af.
WPS support for easy wireless setup.
Professional Covert Network Security Camera
Phylink PLC-128 is a small-sized, high-performance device perfect for covertseries
installations or where a discreet and compact surveillance solution is required.
Almost impossible to discover, which keeps it protected from vandalism.
Various and Flexible Mounting
PLC-128 includes various mounting accessories for quick and easy installation.series
The Sensor unit can be mounted flat or angled on any surface, using the angled
fastening bracket. The camera can also be mounted covertly behind a thin wall,
cupboard, door and etc. with miniature size design it enables easy integration into
any hidden place.
The sensor unit and main unit are connected by an 8 meter cable, providing
flexibility to place the sensor unit in one place and the main unit elsewhere.
Excellent Quality at Full Frame Rate
Section 1 - Product Overview
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
General I/O which is used to connect external alarm devices like PIR sensor,
Gas Detector and etc.
Audio line in for security sound monitor pickup device.
Multi-zone Motion Detection and adjustable sensitivity, alerts by Email or Push
Notifications (for iOS and Android).
Built-in Micro SD card Slot up to 128GB (SD Card not included) with remote playback
from anywhere. Free iPhone, Android Apps for Quick & Easy remote Viewing.
Smart and Connectivity
6

Section 1 - Product Overview
Approval Information
All our products meet the requirements of approval FCC or CE, and are granted the
FCC or CE certification. They are authorized to bear FCC or CE mark.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation Changes and modification not expressly approved by the
manufacturer or registrant of this equipment can void your authority to operate this
equipment under Federal Communications Commissions rules.
FCC
This product complies with standards including Low Voltage Device Directive
73/23/EEC; EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. It passed the
subject tests by the authority concerned and is authorized to bear CE mark.
CE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. 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 one or more of the following
measures: -Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. -Increase the separation
between the equipment and the receiver. -Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. -Consult the dealer or
an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual 7

Hardware Overview
Section 1 - Product Overview
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
13
2
CAM
Line In/MIC
DC12V
LAN Reset
I/O
1. Main Unit
7
5
46
9
8
11
10
8. Ethernet RJ45 connector
9. General I/O
10. Power Jack
11. Reset/WPS Button 12. Sensor Unit
12
13
14
15
16
17
2. Status indicator LED
3. External Antenna
4. RJ12 Connector for
Sensor Unit
5. Audio Line In/MIC
6. Micro SD Card slot
7. SMA connector
13. RJ11 Cable
14. RJ12 Plug
15. Cover
16. Straight mounting bracket
17. Angled mounting bracket
8

Section 1 - Product Overview
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
PLC-128 series include various mounting brackets for quick and easy installation.
The sensor unit can be mounted flat or angled on any surface, using the angled
mounting bracket. The camera can also be mounted covertly behind a thin wall,
cupboard, door and etc. With miniature size design it enables easy integration into
any hidden place.
Mounting Accessories
Local storage for storing recorded image and video.
Micro SD Card slot
Connects to the included DC 12V power adapter.
Power Jack
Reset/WPS Button
Press this button for 5 seconds to reset the camera. All settings will be restored to
factory default.
Status indicator LED
Short press this button to setup a wireless connection automatically (WPS function).
After is powered on, the indicator LED shows yellow light and quickly offMain Unit
which means the system is being started. When the indicator LED shows yellow
again, it means the system has started successfully.
Red light is for wired connection and WPS status, yellow light for wireless connection.
The indicator LED flashes during data transfer.
General I/O
General I/O which is used to connect external alarm devices like PIR sensor, Gas
Detector and etc. PLC-128 series have one D/I and one D/O for External Sensor and Alarm.
For more details about how to use General I/O, please see the User Manual which is
available on the CD include in this package
Note: PLC-128P has no WPS function.
The sensor unit and main unit are connected by an 8 meter cable, providing flexibility
to place the sensor unit in one place and the main unit elsewhere.
Sensor Unit and RJ11 Cable
IMPORTANT! - The sensor unit is not approved for outdoor use. The product
may only be installed in indoor environments.
If you want to shorten the sensor unit cable, please refer to the User Manual which
is available on the CD include in this package.
9

Section 2 - Installation
Hardware Installation
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
Flat on any surface
PLC-128 series is a small-sized, high-performance network camera perfect for covert
installations or where a discreet and compact surveillance solution is required.
Almost impossible to discover, which keeps it protected from vandalism.
Sensor Unit Installation
The PLC-128 series can be mounted in three different ways:
Angled on any surface, using the angled fastening bracket
Covertly behind a thin material, for example a thin wall, cupboard, door and etc.
1. Put the to the wall or ceiling, using screws and plugs appropriate forSensor Unit
the wall/ceiling material.
2. Snap on the cover.
3. Proceed to install the , seeMain Unit 3.2 Main Unit Installation.
2
1
Flat Surface Installation
10

Section 2 - Installation
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
1. Put the angled mounting bracket to the wall or ceiling, using screws and plugs
appropriate for the wall/ceiling material. Ensure that the bracket is pointing
towards the area to be monitored.
2. Assemble the plate with the screw and align it so the arrows are vertical or horizontal.
3. Put the to the plate with the two screws.Sensor Unit
4. Snap on the cover.
5. Proceed to install the , seeMain Unit 3.2 Main Unit Installation.
2
1
34
Angled Surface Installation
11

Section 2 - Installation
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
1. Drill a hole with 3mm diameter in the wall or ceiling. If the material is thicker than
1mm it may be necessary to expand the hole.
2. Pull off the protection on the adhesive and attach the straight mounting bracket
to the wall.
3. Insert the into the bracket, and fix with the stop screw. Ensure that theSensor Unit
cone of the is flush with the wall.Sensor Unit
4 Proceed to install the , seeMain Unit 3.2 Main Unit Installation.
3
2
1
Covert Installation
12

Section 2 - Installation
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
Main Unit Installation
Connect the sensor unit to the main unit
Sensor Unit Main UnitThe and are connected by an 8 meter cable, providing flexibility
to place the in one place and the elsewhere.Sensor Unit Main Unit
Insert RJ11 Plug into the RJ11 Jack on .Main Unit
Note: The must be insert into before the Main Unit isRJ11 Plug RJ11 Jack
powered on.
Shorten Sensor Unit Cable
If required, the cable can be shortened. The sensor unit is delivered with a
8 meter (26 ft) RJ11 cable.
To shorten the cable follow these steps:
2. Strip the plastic outer coating from the end of the cable.
1. Cut the cable to the desired length. Measure from the sensor unit.
12
13

PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
Section 2 - Installation
3. Flatten the colored wires in the order described below.
5. Use a crimping tool to fasten the connector to the cable.
4. Insert the wires all the way into a 6P6C RJ12 Plug.
Make sure that the wires stay in the correct order.
4
RJ -12 Plug
Position NO.
RJ -11 Cable
Colored wires
1
2
3
4
5
6
5
Position 6
Position 1
Null
Null
White/brown
brown
Green
White/Green
White/brown
brown
Green White/Green
14

Section 2 - Installation
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
Connect to Network
Connect the Main Unit to your switch or router using the provided network cable.
Note: DHCP sever and UDP port must be enabled on your router(which is default
setting on most router), for automatic of IP address to the network camera.
If needed, please refer to your router's user manual on how to enable
DHCP server and UDP.
Mount the antenna
If using a Wi-Fi Network, the provided external antenna must be mounted to the SMA
connector on the body.Main Unit
Note: PLC-128P has no Wi-Fi function.
Mount the Micro SD Card
must be insert to the slot before the Main Unit is powered on.The Micro SD Card
Note: The camera only supports FAT32, if the SD card is NTFS fomat,
you need to format it in FAT32 on PC.
DC12V
LAN Reset
I/O
Connect AC adapter
Connect the AC adapter cable from the to a power outlet.Main Unit
Check that the indicate the correct conditions.Status indicator LED
Connection Using a PoE Switch
If using a PoE switch or router, connect the network camera via Ethernet cable.
PoE will transmit both power and data over a single cable. You don’t need to
Connect the AC adapter in this case.
Note: PLC-128W has no PoE function.
15

PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
Section 2 - Installation
If you ever forget your admin password or have any other reason to reset the camera
to its factory settings, please use the following procedure:
Restore Camera back to factory settings
Make sure the camera is powered up.
Hold the down for at least 5 seconds, then let go.Reset/WPS Button
You’ll see the go off for a few seconds.Status indicator LED
This indicates reset is in progress.
A few seconds later the camera will restart and is now at factory settings. Of course,
after reset the user name and password will both be“admin” again.
Reset/WPS button
It is easier to use the software reset function in the “Backup or Reset” menu.
If hardware reset is needed, find the on the .Reset/WPS Button Main Unit
DC12V
LAN Reset
I/O
16

PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
Section 2 - Installation
Wireless Installation with WPS function
You may create a Wi-Fi connect using the on the .Reset/WPS Button Camera Cable
Note: On some routers, you may need to login to the web interface and then click
on an onscreen button to activate the WPS feature. If you are not sure where the
WPS button is on your router, please refer to your router’s User Manual.
Status indicator LED
will blink red light
The camera will automatically create a wireless connection to your router.
While connecting, the will always on and your camera will reboot.Status indicator LED
Step 2
Press the on your router within 60 seconds.WPS button
WPS function also called (Quick Secure Setup) on some brands of router.QSS
Step 1
After the camera is powered on, short press the on theReset/WPS button Main Unit
and the will blink red light.Status indicator LED
Short press the
Reset/WPS button
DC12V
LAN Reset
I/O
17

Section 2 - Installation
Wireless Installation Considerations
The PHYLINK wireless IP security camera lets you access your network using a wireless
connection from anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network.
However, the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the
wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending
on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or
business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:
1. Minimize the number of walls and ceilings between your adapter and other network
devices (such as your Network Camera) - each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s
range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters).
2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick
(.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick.
At a 2-degree angle, it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick. Position your devices so that
the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle)
for better reception.
3. Building Materials make a difference. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may
weaken the wireless signal. Try to position your access points, wireless routers, and other
networking devices where the signal passes through drywall or open doorways.
Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish tanks),
mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.
4. Keep your product at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters away from electrical devices or
appliances that generate RF noise.
5. If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or other radio frequency sources (such
as microwave ovens), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop
completely. Make sure your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless
devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use.
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
IMPORTANT! - The is NOT approved for outdoor use - thePLC-128 series
product may only be installed in indoor environments.
18

Section 2 - Installation
General I/O Terminal
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
PLC-128 series provides a general I/O terminal which is used to connect external wired
alarm devices like PIR sensor, Gas Detector, Infra-red pool alarm and etc.
The terminal definitions are described below :
Pin NO. Name
1
2
3
4
Specification
DC12V
LAN Reset
I/O
POWER
DI
DO
GND
POWER
This terminal can provide DC power to a wired alarm devices.
The max power for external device. is 12VDC ± 5%, 0.5A .
This is a optional, you can use the alarm device with a external power supply.
IMPORTANT! - The rating voltage of alarm device can not less than 12VDC,
or you will damage the alarm device.
POWER
DI
DO
GND
12VDC ± 5%, max. 0.5A (For external device)
Digital output , Max. 40VDC, max. 400mA
Digital input, OPEN/Short-to-GND
Ground
19

Section 2 - Installation
PHYLINK Covert Network Camera User Manual
DO
With a maximum load of 400mA and a maximum voltage of 40V DC, This terminal
has an open-collector NPN Darlington transistor with the emitter connected to the
GND terminal.
If used with an external relay, a diode must be connected parallel with the load,
for protecting against voltage transients.
Please refer to the following diagram for the connection method.
Be careful about choosing Open or Grounded when connecting to a alarm or
other device, you need to make the relevant settings to the camera
as the picture below：
The Grounded means that DO short to GND inside the camera.
The Open means that DO is floating inside the camera.
Apply
Digital I/O Setup
Digital input:
Digital input’s active state is:
Camera
Network
Storage
Task
Tools
Live View Wizard System Support Reboot
Digital output:
Digital output’s active state is:
Enable Disable
Open Grounded
Enable Disable
Open Grounded
Motion Detection
Digital I/O Setup
Schedule Setup
Task Management
20