Planet ICA-HM620 User manual

User’s Manual
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Revision
User’s Manual for PLANET 2 Mega-Pixel PoE Plus Speed Dome Internet Camera
Model: ICA-HM620
Rev: 1. 0 (2012, August)
Part No. EM-ICAHM620v2

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Introduction..............................................................................................6
Overview........................................................................................................................................ 6
Product Features.......................................................................................................................... 6
Package Content........................................................................................................................... 7
Physical Details ............................................................................................................................ 8
Camera Substance............................................................................................................... 8
Switch Identification............................................................................................................ 8
Chapter 2 Camera Setup and Cable Connections..................................................9
Physical Installation Requirement.............................................................................................. 9
2.1 System Requirements............................................................................................................ 9
2.2 Verify the Contents inside Package Box.............................................................................. 9
2.3 Physical Installation............................................................................................................. 10
2.4 Dome Camera Setups........................................................................................................... 18
2.4.1 Switch/Connector Definition ........................................................................... 18
2.4.2 Communication Switch Setting....................................................................... 18
2.5 Power & Audio Connector Definition ................................................................................. 18
2.5.1 Connect Power.................................................................................................. 19
2.5.2 Connect Ethernet Cable................................................................................... 19
2.5.3 Apply Alarm I/O................................................................................................. 19
2.5.4 Apply Audio....................................................................................................... 19
Chapter 3 Accessing Camera.................................................................................21
3.1 Device Search Software Setup............................................................................................ 21
3.2 Device Search....................................................................................................................... 21
3.3 Example of Changing IP Camera’s Network Property...................................................... 23
3.4 Installing DC Viewer Software Online................................................................................. 25
3.5 Administrator / User Privileges........................................................................................... 26
Chapter 4 Configuration & Operation....................................................................27
4.1 Browser-based Viewer Introduction................................................................................... 27
4.2 Home Page.......................................................................................................................... 28
4.3 System Related Settings................................................................................................... 32
4.3.1 Host Name and System Time Setting............................................................. 33
4.3.2 Security.............................................................................................................. 34
4.3.3 Network.............................................................................................................. 42
4.3.4 DDNS.................................................................................................................. 49
4.3.5 Mail..................................................................................................................... 50
4.3.6 FTP..................................................................................................................... 50
4.3.7 HTTP .................................................................................................................. 51

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4.3.8 Application (Alarm Settings)........................................................................... 52
4.3.9 Motion Detection............................................................................................... 60
4.3.10 Network failure detection................................................................................. 64
4.3.11 Storage Management (Local Recording)........................................................ 66
4.3.12 Recording (Local Recording).......................................................................... 68
4.3.13 File Locatioin..................................................................................................... 69
4.3.14 View information............................................................................................... 70
4.3.15 Factory Default.................................................................................................. 72
4.3.16 Software Version............................................................................................... 73
4.3.17 Software Upgrade............................................................................................. 73
4.3.18 Maintenance...................................................................................................... 76
4.4 Video and Audio Streaming Settings.................................................................................. 77
4.4.1 Video format (Video Resolution/ Video Deinterlace)..................................... 77
4.4.2 Video Compression.......................................................................................... 81
4.4.3 Video OCX Protocol.......................................................................................... 82
4.4.4 Video Frame Rate ............................................................................................. 82
4.4.5 Audio (Audio Mode and Bit Rate Settings).................................................... 84
4.5 PTZ Settings.......................................................................................................................... 85
4.5.1 Preset................................................................................................................. 85
4.5.2 Cruise................................................................................................................. 85
4.5.3 Auto Pan............................................................................................................ 86
4.5.4 Sequence........................................................................................................... 88
4.5.5 Home.................................................................................................................. 90
4.5.6 Tilt Angle............................................................................................................ 91
4.5.7 Privacy Mask..................................................................................................... 91
4.5.8 Camera - Exposure........................................................................................... 93
4.5.9 Camera - WB ..................................................................................................... 93
4.5.10 Camera - Miscellaneous Setups Menu 1........................................................ 95
4.5.11 Camera - Miscellaneous Setups Menu 2........................................................ 96
4.5.12 Camera - Default............................................................................................... 97
4.6 Logout................................................................................................................................. 98
Appendix A: IP Camera Specifications..................................................................................... 99
Appendix B: Internet Security Settings.................................................................................. 101
Appendix C: Video Format....................................................................................................... 104
Appendix D: DC Viewer Download Procedure....................................................................... 107
Appendix E: Frequently Asked Questions............................................................................. 109

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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The PLANET ICA-HM620 is the outdoor speed dome Internet camera offering the offering Full HD 1080p
resolution with superb image quality. The ICA-HM620 features a 20x8 zooming (20x optical zoom, 8x digital
zoom) with auto focus and auto iris
It offers fast, accurate and continuous 360 panning operations. The unparalleled surveillance functions of the
ICA-HM620 including 256 camera presets, 8 camera cruise configurations, and the motion detection function
make it able to satisfy the demanding surveillance and remote monitoring applications.
The ICA-HM620 provides Multi-profile function which can generate H.264 and M-JPEG video streaming
simultaneously. And offering extra smooth video quality with resolution up to 60 fps @ 720p and 30 fps @
1080p. Boasting WDR technology, the ICA-HM620 can also cope with challenging lighting conditions and
generate image quality close to the capabilities of a human eye. Moreover, the resolution can be different from
one user to another. It is a perfect and effective surveillance solution for the bandwidth limited networks.
The ICA-HM620 supports removable IR-cut filter, maintaining clear images 24 hours a day. It takes
surveillance using 2-Way audio so that the administrator can speak to anyone at ICA-HM620 remote site with a
speaker connected. The ICA-HM620 can also be installed in most of bad outdoor environment and keep
working properly with the IP-66 protecting cover. With other advanced features such as Micro SD/SDHC card
slot, 802.3at compliant PoE Plus and Full HD high quality video.
This state-of-the-art design is considerable to fit in various network environments like traffic centers, shopping
malls, railway stations, warehouses, airports, and production facilities for the most demanding outdoor
surveillance applications.
Product Features
Camera
z2.8” Sony Progressive Scan CMOS sensor built-in
z20 x 8 zooming (20X optical, 8X digital) adjustment
zAuto White Balance
zAuto Electronic Shutter Time(1/30 ~ 1/10k sec)
zAutomatic gain control (AGC) for image-intensified
Video & Audio
zMulti-profile encoder supports H.264 and M-JPEG video compression simultaneously
zHigh resolution quality pictures for day and night surveillance
zUp to 30fps for 1080P resolution and up to 60fps for 720P resolutions
zD1 / CIF Real-time resolutions (30fps)
z2D/3D de-interlaced video image
zImage Enhancement with Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) / IR Cut Filter (ICR)
z2-Way audio with built-in microphone input and linear audio output
zMotion Detection feature can monitor any suspicious movement in specific area
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Network and Configuration
zIPv4/v6 and UDP / TCP / HTTP / HTTPS protocols selectable
zDDNS and FTP uploading supports more alternatives in surveillance network
z3GPP for 3G mobile remote applications
zCam Viewer Three - Central management software supported
zEasy configuration and management via Windows-based utility or web interface
Operation
zBuilt-in 802.3at Compliant PoE Plus
z360 degree continuous PAN, Tilt (-10 ~ 190 degree)
zPreset speed can get 5~400 Degree/ sec, and manual speed 0.5 ~ 90 Degree / sec
z256 presets, tour is based on presets, speed & park time of presets can be set
zCruise line: 8 groups programmable lines, each cruise with 32 presets
Environment
z4 alarm in and 2 alarm out, and support alarm trigger.
zIP-66 outdoor classification with heater and fan for rigorous environment
zFan and heater both belong to full-automatic intelligent control
Package Content
The contents of your product should contain the following items:
zSpeed Dome Camera Unit x 1
zUser’s Manual CD-ROM x 1
zQuick Installation Guide x 1
zTerminal block x 3
zOptical Cover x 1
zM3/M5 Standard Screw x 4
zWater proof rubber x 1
zLubricant x1
zOutdoor mount kit x 1
zSecurity Torx x 1
zMini-pendant x 1
z110/220 AC Power Adapter

Physical Details
Camera Substance
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Switch Identification
Note
DO NOT change the Speed Dome IP Camera’s Communication Switch factory default
settings.
Item Description
A RJ-45 Connector
B ALARM I/O
C Power
D Micro SD Card Slot
E Factory Reset Button
F Audio I/O
3. Optical Cover
2.
Compact Pendent Mount
1
.
OutdoorMount
4. CMOS Lens

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Chapter 2
Camera Setup and Cable Connections
Physical Installation Requirement
Before installing or connecting the dome camera, please refer to this section and complete preparations for
dome setups and various switch settings.
2.1 System Requirements
To perform the IP Camera via web browser, please ensure your PC is in good network connection, and meet
system requirements as described below for appropriate setup and well view quality.
Items System Requirement
Personal Computer
1. Intel®Pentium®IV, 3 GHz or higher, Intel®Core2 Duo, 2 GHz or
higher2. 1 GB RAM or more
3. AGP graphics card 64 MB RAM, DirectDraw
Operating System Windows VISTA/ Windows XP/ Windows 7
Web Browser Internet Explorer 6.0 or later, Firefox, Chrome, Safari
Network Card 10Base-T (10 Mbps) or 100Base-TX (100 Mbps) operation
Viewer ActiveX control plug-in for Microsoft IE
2.2 Verify the Contents inside Package Box
The package should contain the below items. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact the seller
immediately.
Dome Camera with Outdoor Mount Kit Compact Pendent Mount Data Cable
Waterproof Rubber Terminal Block Bracket screws kit
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Security Tool Lubricant M3/M5 Standard Screw
M3/M5 Security Screw
AC Power Adapter
Quick Installation Guide CD-ROM Power Cord
2.3 Physical Installation
Caution
1. During the installation, please take care and avoid crash. That may cause the device
damage or cause injury of the installer.
2. Please make sure the hardware had been located on the wall properly. If the hardware
drops down, it is possible make someone injury or hurt. Please check the hardware
again after the installation.
3. Please according to the practical local power voltage to adjust the power switch. The
wrong input voltage may cause the device damage.
STEP 1.
Unpack the Dome Camera’s package and take out the Dome Camera unit.
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STEP 2.
Tighten the knob toremove the cover dome and the lens protector
STEP 3.
Attach the dome cover to the camera body. Before doing that, apply some lubricant on the cover’s
water-proof rubber to make the installation process smoother.
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Note
The tiny protrusion on the dome cover must align with one of the four holes on the dome
body.
STEP 4.
Gently pressure the dome cover downward with two hands on the side of it. DO NOT press the cover, as
shown in the figure; this might cause damage to the camera body.
STEP 5.
Use the M3 screw to screw the dome cover and camera body together.
STEP 6.
Make a cable entry hole on the wall to recess the cables. Otherwise, users could push up the Cable
Entry Board on the Compact Pendent Mount’s Mounting Plate to place the cables, as shown in the photo
below.
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STEP 7.
Fix the Compact Pendent Mount on the wall with proper screws and screw anchors. After this step,
attach the Waterproof Rubber to the Outdoor Wall Mount.
STEP 8.
PassRun the network and data cablespower cable through the Compact Pendent Mount
Note
1. The network cable doesn’t attach in package.
2. Please block the cable entry hole with the supplied sponge to avoid insects entering the
Pendent Mount. The sponge can be placed in two ways as shown in the illustrations
below.
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STEP 9.
Thread the cables through the Outdoor Mount Kit and join the Outdoor Mount Kit to the Compact Pendent
Mount with the supplied screws and washers. Then adjust the Waterproof Rubber to the joint.
Step 10
Connecting power wires of AC adapter with Power Input connector of data cable. Please check the color
of power wire carefully, and screwed that with connector properly.
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Caution
Wrong wiring could cause the device permanently damage.
STEP 11.
Use the safety hook hanging the camera, and connect the cables to the Dome Camera.
Step 12
Assemble the Dome Camera to the Outdoor Mount Kit with the supplied M5 screw and washers.
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Note
Rotate the dome camera until the two screw holes which on the dome camera and the
outdoor mount kit to be match.
Step 13
According to the practical local power voltage to adjust the power switch, and connect the power cord with
adapter and power outlet.
Note
Use only the power adapter shipped with the unit to ensure correct functionality
STEP 14.
Connecting the network cable with switch. The ICA-HM620 can be configured without external power if
connecting to IEEE 802.3at High Power over Ethernet (PoE plus) switch.
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Note
If there is a need to operate the Heater, please plug the AC 24V cable into the Camera’s
Power Connector to power up the Camera instead. Heater can only be powered by the
24VAC adapter.
STEP 16.
Set your computer’s IP address to 192.168.0.x, where x is a number between 1 to 253 (except 20 where
is being used for the camera by default). If you don’t know how to do this, please ask your network
administrator.
STEP 17.
Use web browser (Internet Explorer 6.0 or above) to connect to 192.168.0.20 (type this address in the address
bar of web browser). You’ll be prompted to input user name and password: admin / admin
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2.4 Dome Camera Setups
Before connecting the IP Camera to other devices of IP Surveillance system, please complete the IP
Camera’s ID and communication switch settings. These switches are located on the bottom of the IP Camera.
2.4.1 Switch/Connector Definition
Item Description
A RJ-45 Connector
B ALARM I/O
C Power
D Micro SD Card Slot
E Factory Reset Button
F Audio I/O
Note
DO NOT change the Speed Dome IP Camera’s Communication Switch factory default
settings.
2.4.2 Communication Switch Setting
Communication Switch SW Description Default
SW 1 DSS (Digital slow shutter) ON
SW 2 Reserved OFF
SW 3 Reserved OFF
SW 4 Reserved OFF
SW 5 Default PTZ setting, not include IP card OFF
SW 6 Disable pan/tile OFF
Please do not change the default setting without qualified specialist or supplier’s notice.
2.5 Power & Audio Connector Definition
Please refer to the illustrations below to connect power core through the supplied power adaptor, and set up
the audio according to the Audio pin definition.
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2.5.1 Connect Power
Please refer to the illustrations below to connect power core through the supplied power adaptor.
Pin Definition
1 AC 24_1
2 FG
3 AC 24_2
2.5.2 Connect Ethernet Cable
Use of Category 5 Ethernet cable is recommended for network connection; to have best
transmission quality, cable length shall not exceed 100 meters. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable
to the RJ-45 connector of the network Speed Dome Camera, and the other end of the cable to the
network switch or PC.
Note
NOTE: In some cases, you may need use an Ethernet crossover cable when connecting
the network Speed Dome Camera directly to the PC.
Check the status of the link indicator and activity indicator LEDs; if the LEDs are unlit, please check
LAN connection.
Green Link Light indicates good network connection.
Orange Activity Light flashes for network activity indication.
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2.5.3 Apply Alarm I/O
The network Speed Dome Camera supports 4 digital alarm inputs and 2 digital alarm outputs.
Please make sure the alarm connections are properly wired before starting to configure alarm related
settings on this “Application” page. Please refer to the pin definition table below for alarm system wiring.
Pin Definition Pin Definition
1 ALARM_O ALARM_OUT_COM_2
UT_NO_1 7
2 ALARM_OUT_NC_1 8 GND
3 ALARM_OUT_COM_1 _IN_49 ALARM
4 GND 10 ALARM_IN_3
5 ALARM_OUT_NO_2 11 ALARM_IN_2
6 ALARM_OUT_NC_2 12 ALARM_IN_1
2.5.4 Apply Audio
Please refer to the illustrations below to set up the audio according to the Audio pin definition.

Pin Definition
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1 LINE_OUT
2 GND
3 LINE_IN