PiXORD P-505 User manual

PiXORD
Dual Streaming Network Camera
P-505
User Manual
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Preface.....................................................................................................................3
1. Chapter 1 Introduction To Your Camera........................4
1.1 Checking the Package Contents....................................................4
1.2 Getting to Know Your Camera......................................................5
1.3 Features and Benefits.......................................................................7
1.4 System Requirement ........................................................................9
2. Chapter 2 Hardware Installation........................................10
2.1 Installing Camera Stand ................................................................10
2.2 Connecting the Camera to LAN/WLAN...................................11
2.3 Application of the Camera............................................................12
3. Chapter 3 Accessing the Camera.......................................13
3.1 Using IP Installer.............................................................................13
3.2 Accessing the Camera....................................................................14
3.3 Configuring the IP address of PC................................................16
4. Chapter 4 Configuring the Camera..................................17
4.1 Using the Web Configuration.......................................................17
4.2 Using Smart Wizard .......................................................................18
4.3 Basic Setup .......................................................................................21
4.4 Network Settings.............................................................................24
4.5 Setting up Video & Audio.............................................................29
4.6 Event Server Configuration..........................................................32
4.7 Motion Detect ..................................................................................35
4.8 Event Config ....................................................................................36
4.9 Tools...................................................................................................39
4.10 USB ....................................................................................................40
4.11 Information.......................................................................................41
5. Appendix..............................................................................................42
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Preface
Pixord P505 is a powerful dual-codec MPEG4/MJPEG network camera with one way or two
way audio function that provides the high quality image and on-the-spot audio via the internet
connection. The infrared LEDs and light sensor (optional) enable the camera to capture
images even in dark environment. The camera can be installed as a standalone system with
your application environment easily and quickly and supports remote management function so
that you can access and control it using a web browser on your PC.
Chapter 1 Introduction to Your Camera describes the features of the camera. You will also
know the components and functions of the camera.
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation helps you install the camera according to your application
environment. You can use this camera at home, at work and anywhere you want.
Chapter 3 Accessing the Camera lets you start using your camera without problem. The
camera can be set up easily and work within your network environment instantly.
Chapter 4 Configuring the Camera guides you through the configuration of the camera using
the web browser on your PC.
Chapter 5 Appendix provides the specification of the camera and some useful information for
using your camera.
Note: The illustrations and configuration values in this guide are for reference only. The actual
settings depend on your practical application of the camera.
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1. Chapter 1 Introduction To Your Camera
1.1 Checking the Package Contents
Check the items contained in the package carefully. You should have the following.
One MPEG4/MJPEG Network Camera (Wireless)
One AC Power Adapter
One External Antenna (for wireless camera)
One Camera Stand
One Ethernet Cable (RJ-45 type)
One Installation CD-ROM
One Quick Installation Guide
Note: Once any item contained is damaged or missing, contact the authorized dealer of your
locale.
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1.2 Getting to Know Your Camera
Front View
* The camera’s USB port supports WCN (Windows Connect Now) technology, which allows
you to use the notebook computer to set up and store your wireless networking configuration
on the USB storage device and then retrieve the wireless settings when you connect the USB
storage device to the camera.
Note: After long pressing the Unmount button for four seconds the Power LED starts flashing.
When the Power LED resumes the steady amber light, you can remove the USB device safely.
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Rear View
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1.3 Features and Benefits
MPEG4/MJPEG Dual-code Supported
The camera provides you with excellent images by the MPEG4/MJPEG dual-codec
selectable technology, allowing you to adjust image size and quality and bit rate
according to the networking environment.
1-way/2-way Audio Capability
The built-in microphone of the camera provides on-the-spot audio via the internet,
allowing you to monitor the on-site voice. In addition, you can connect an external
speaker to the camera to speak through the camera (for 2-way audio model only); the
camera is embedded with an echo cancellation processor to provide a better sound
quality.
Day& Night Surveillance Support (optional)
The six infrared LEDs around the standard lens assembly (optional) enable the camera
to capture crystal clear images in the dark environment or at night. When the light sensor
detects the environmental light level becomes low, the camera captures the images in
black & white using these infrared LEDs.
Supports Multiple Profiles
The camera supports multiple profiles simultaneously so that you can separately set up
different image settings (such as image quality and frame rate) for the three video types
of the camera: MPEG4, MJPEG and 3GPP.
Support RTSP
The camera supports RTSP (Real Time Streaming Protocol), which is a technology that
allows you to view streaming media via the network. You can view the real-time video
with the Quick Time player or Real Player. To view the real-time streaming image on your
computer, open the web browser and enter the RTSP link: rtsp://(IP address of the
camera)/mpeg4
Remote Control Support
By using a standard web browser, the administrator can easily change the configuration
of the camera via intranet or internet. In addition, the camera can be upgrade remotely
when a new firmware is available. The users are also allowed to monitor the image and
take snapshots via the network.
Supports Connection to the External Devices
With the auxiliary Input/Output connectors, you can connect the camera to a variety of
external devices such as the external speaker and USB device.
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Multiple Platform Supported
The camera supports multiple network protocols including TCP/IP, SMTP email, HTTP
and other internet related protocols. Therefore you can use the camera in a mixed
operating system environment such as Windows 2000 and Windows XP.
Multiple Application Supported
Through the remote access technology, you can use the cameras to monitor various and
places for your own purposes.
For example, babies at home, patients in the hospital, offices, banks and more. The
camera can capture both still images and video clips so that you can keep the archives
and restore them at any time.
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1.4 System Requirement
Networking
LAN: 10Base-T Ethernet or 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet
WLAN: IEEE 802.11b/g (for wireless model)
Accessing the Camera using Web Browser
Platform: Microsoft Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP
CPU: Intel Pentium III 350MHz or above
RAM: 512MB
Resolution: 800X600 or above
User Interface: Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above
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2. Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
2.1 Installing Camera Stand
The camera comes with a camera stand, which uses a swivel ball screw head to lock to the
camera’s screw hole. When the camera stand is attached, you can place the camera
anywhere by mounting the camera through the three screw holes locates in the base of the
camera stand.
The Camera Stand
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2.2 Connecting the Camera to LAN/WLAN
Use the provided Ethernet cable to connect
the camera to your local area network (LAN).
When you connect theAC power adaptor, the
camera is powered on automatically. You can
verify the power statues from the Power LED
on the front panel of the camera. Once
connected, the link LED starts flashing green
light and the camera is on standby and ready
to use now.
If you use a wireless network (wireless model
only) in your application environment, you need
to attach the included external antenna to the
camera. When the camera is powered on, the
camera will automatically search any access
point with “default” SSID.
Note: If the camera cannot connect to your wireless network, you need to install the camera
and proceed with WLAN settings.
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2.3 Application of the Camera
The camera can be applied in multiple applications, including:
Monitor local and remote places and objects via internet or intranet.
Capture still images and video clips remotely
Upload images or send email messages with still images attached.
The following diagram explains one of the typical applications for your camera and provides a
basic example for installing camera.
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3. Chapter 3 Accessing the Camera
3.1 Using IP Installer
The camera comes with a conveniently utility, IP Installer, which is included in the installation
CD-ROM, allowing you to search the camera on your network easily.
1. Insert the installation CD into your computer CD-ROM drive to initiate the Auto-Run
program.
2. Click the IP Installer item to launch the utility. The control panel will appear as below.
3. Click on Tool > Search Network Device to find all connected cameras in the LAN.
4. Right click on the selected camera and choose “Open Web” to open the web page of the
camera.
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3.2 Accessing the Camera
Whenever you want to access the camera:
1. Open the Web browser on your computer (for example, Microsoft Internet Explorer in this
guide).
2. Type the default IP address (192.168.0.30) or the IP address found by IP Installer in the
address bar then press [Enter].
3. When the login window appears, enter the default user name (admin) and password (admin)
and press OK to access to the main screen of the camera’s web configuration.
Note: If you are first time accessing the camera, you will be asked to install a new plug-in for
the camera. Permission request depends on the internet security settings of your computer.
Click YES to proceed.
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After you login into the web configuration of the camera, the main page will appear as below:
Camera Information
Nightmode ButtonZoom In Buttons
Function Buttons
Compression
Buttons
Live View/Setup
Switch
Live View Image
The main page of the web configuration provides you with many useful information and
functions, including:
Camera Information – Display the camera’s location and the current date & time. The
information can be modified in the web configuration.
Live View Image – Displays the real time image of the connected camera.
Live View/Setup Switch – Click Setup to configure the camera. For details, see Chapter
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Compression Buttons – Select to transmit and record the video using MPEG4 or
MJPEG compression.
Function Buttons – Use these buttons to control the audio and video functions.
Manual Record: Allows you to record and save a video clip.
Snapshot: Allows you to capture and save a still image.
Browser: Allows assign the destination folder to store the video clips and still images.
Talk: Allows you to speak out through the camera. Please note that this button displays
only for the 2-way audio model and only one user is allowed to use this function at a time.
Listen: Allows you receive the on-site sound and voice from the camera.
Zoom In Buttons – Click the buttons to zoom in the live view image by 1x, 2x and 3x.
Night Mode Button – Click the button to enable the “nightshot mode” to deliver clearer
images in the dark environment. However, this will reduce the frame rate of video setting.
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3.3 Configuring the IP address of PC
If you are failed to access to the camera, please check the IP address of your computer. When
you connect the camera to your computer directly to proceed with configuration of the camera,
you need to set up the IP addresses to be in the same segment for the two devices to
communicate.
1. On your computer, click start > Control panel to open the control panel window.
2. Double click “Network Connection” to open the Network Connection Window.
3. Right click “Local Area Connection” and then click “Properties” from the shortcut menu.
4. When the Local Area Connection Properties window appears, select the “General” tab.
5. Select Internet Protocol [TCP/IP] and then click “Properties” to bring up the internet
protocol [TCP/IP] Properties window.
6. To configure a fixed IP address that is within the segment of the camera, select the “Use
the following IP address” option. Then, enter an IP address into the empty field. The
suggested IP address is 192.168.0.x (x is 0~254 except 30) and the suggested Subnet
mask is 255.255.255.0
7. When you are finished, click “OK
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4. Chapter 4 Configuring the Camera
4.1 Using the Web Configuration
You can access and manage the camera through the web browser and the provided software
application P6100. This chapter describes the web configuration and guides you through the
configuration of the camera by using the web browser.
To configure the camera, click SETUP on the main page of web configuration. The web
configuration will start from the basic page.
The web configuration contains the settings that are required for the camera in the left menu
bar, including Smart Wizard, Basic, Network, Video/Audio, Event Server, Motion detect, Event
Config, Tools, USB and Information.
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4.2 Using Smart Wizard
The camera’s Smart Wizard lets you configure your camera easily and quickly. The wizard will
guide you through the necessary settings with detailed instructions on each step.
To start the wizard, click “Smart Wizard” in the left menu bar.
Step 1 Camera Settings
Enter the administrator
password
Enter the name for the
camera and place
Step 2 IP Settings
Select the IP setting according to
your network: DHCP, static IP or
PPPoE
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Step 3 Email Settings
Enter the required information to
be able to send email with image.
Step 4 Wireless Networking (For wireless model)
Select Enable to enable the wireless
function of the camera and then
complete the required settings
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Step 5 Confirm Settings
This step shows the configuration of your camera. When you confirm the settings, click “Apply”
to finish the wizard and reboot the camera. Otherwise, click “Prev” to go back to the previous
step(s) and change the settings; or click “Cancel” to end the wizard and discard the changes.
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