Plustek Network Camera User manual

 Setup
 Configuration
 Technical Guides

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assume no liability for errors or omissions or by statements of any kind in this manual,
whether such errors are omissions or statements resulting from negligence, accidents, or any
other cause. The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
This camera device is intended to be used in a lawful manner. Certain uses of the camera
device may be prohibited by local laws in some countries of states, such as the surreptitious
recording of audio and/or video communications for certain purposes. If you have any
question about whether a proposed use of your products is lawful, you should consult a local
legal authority before proceeding.
The product is designed and produced to achieve sustainable environmental improvement.
We strive to produce products in compliance with global environmental standards. Please
consult your local authorities for proper disposal. The product packaging can be recycled.
Attention to recycling (For EU country only)
Protect your environment! This product should not be thrown into the household waste
container. Please give it to the free collecting center in your community.
The screen shots in this guide were made with Windows 2000. If you are using Windows XP,
your screens will look somewhat different but function the same.

Table of Contents
Introduction .............................................................................................................1
How to Use This Guide......................................................................................................1
Conventions of This Guide..........................................................................................1
A Note about Icons......................................................................................................1
Safety Precautions......................................................................................................2
The Network Camera’s Features.......................................................................................3
Minimum System Requirements ........................................................................................3
Box Contents .....................................................................................................................4
Overview............................................................................................................................5
Chapter I. Setup the Network Camera.....................................................................6
Test the Network Camera..................................................................................................6
Mount the Network Camera...............................................................................................7
The Mounting Plate.....................................................................................................7
Mounting to Plain Ceiling.............................................................................................7
Mounting to Suspended Ceiling ..................................................................................9
Connect the Network Camera .........................................................................................10
Method I: Connect to Your PC Directly .....................................................................10
Method II. Connect to an Organization’s Network.....................................................10
Method III. Connect Directly to the Internet...............................................................11
Adjust the Lens ................................................................................................................12
Maintenance and Usage Tips ..........................................................................................14
Chapter II. Configure the Network Camera...........................................................15
ActiveX Viewer.................................................................................................................15
Log in the Network Camera .............................................................................................17
Method I. Network Camera Search Tool Application ................................................17
Method II. IE Address Bar.........................................................................................19
Plustek Network Camera Configuration Center...............................................................21
How to Configure the Network Camera ...........................................................................21
LiveView....................................................................................................................21
Image Settings ..........................................................................................................27
Network.....................................................................................................................28
Server........................................................................................................................29
Administration............................................................................................................30
EventTrigger..............................................................................................................31
CaptureView..............................................................................................................32
Update.......................................................................................................................33
Chapter III. Technical Guides ................................................................................35
LED indicator ...................................................................................................................35
Network Camera Search Tool Application .......................................................................35
IP Configuration Information ............................................................................................36
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Use the Network Camera from Dynamic Domain Name System ....................................37
Proxy Server ....................................................................................................................40
External I/O Interface.......................................................................................................42
Reset the Network Camera .............................................................................................43
Appendix A: Troubleshooting.................................................................................45
Setup and Installation ......................................................................................................45
Views and Operations......................................................................................................46
More Assistance ..............................................................................................................50
Appendix B: Glossary..............................................................................................51
Appendix C: Specification.......................................................................................55
Appendix D: Customer Service and Warranty........................................................58
Statement of Limited Warranty ........................................................................................58
FCC Radio Frequency Statement....................................................................................59
Contacting Plustek .................................................................................................61
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Introduction
Welcome to choose our product. Like all of our products, your new network camera is
thoroughly tested and backed by our reputation for unsurpassed dependability and customer
satisfaction.
Thank you for choosing us as your network camera supplier. We hope you will continue to
turn to us for additional quality products as your computing needs and interests grow.
How to Use This Guide
This User’s Guide provides instructions and illustrations on how to setup and configure your
network camera. This guide assumes the user is familiar with Microsoft Windows XP and
2000 Professional. If this is not the case, we suggest you learn more about Microsoft
Windows by referring to your Microsoft Windows manual before using your network camera.
The Introduction section of this manual provides an outline of this manual, and describes
the minimum system requirements, the main features and box contents. Before you start
installing your network camera, check the box contents to make sure all parts are included. If
any items are damaged or missing, please contact the vendor where you purchased your
network camera or our customer service directly.
Chapter I describes how to mount the network camera and setup basic surveillance system.
There are various network connection solutions available for home and office users, and
therefore this manual provides respective methods to complete the setup of network camera.
Chapter II describes how to configure the network camera. This chapter provides you with
plenty of illustrations and information about the configuration website - Plustek Network
Camera Configuration Center. You may get familiar with it and try out all functions provided
with the network camera.
Chapter III provides useful technical information and usage tips.
Appendix A contains technical support information that can help you solve simple problems.
Before calling for help, please read through Appendix A: Troubleshooting.
Appendix B covers the glossaries that may help you to know more about the network and
network devices.
Appendix C contains the Specifications of the network camera you purchased.
Appendix D contains our limited warranty agreement and FCC statement.
Conventions of This Guide
“XXX” — Represents commands or contents on your computer screen.
Bold — Represents important notes.
A Note about Icons
This guide uses the following icons to point out information that deserves special attention.
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Warning
Warning: A procedure that must be followed carefully to
prevent injury, or accidents.
Attention
Attention: Instructions that are important to remember and
may prevent mistakes.
Information Information: Optional tips for your reference.
Safety Precautions
Before using this device, please read the following important information to eliminate or
reduce any possibility of causing damage and personal injury.
1. Moisture condensation may occur inside this device and cause malfunction at these
conditions:
• when this device is moved directly from a cold to a warm location;
• after a cold room is heated;
• when this device is placed in a damp room.
To avoid the moisture condensation, you are recommended to follow the procedure:
a) Seal this device in a plastic bag for it to adapt to room conditions.
b) Wait for 1-2 hours before removing this device from the bag.
2. Do use the AC adapter that comes with this device. Use of other AC adapter may lead to
malfunction, heat up, electrical shock, fire or injury.
3. Keep the space around the AC adapter clear in case you need to quickly unplug the AC
adapter during emergencies.
4. Damaged wire could cause fire or electrical shock. Keep the power cord straight and
without being twisted, bended, or scraped.
5. Unplug the device if you don’t need to use for a certain period of time to avoid any risks
of causing fire.
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The Network Camera’s Features
• Stand-alone web server – Integrated with a web server, the network camera can be
connected to the Internet directly with Ethernet cable. This differs itself from a web
camera, which is usually connected to a personal computer directly with USB cable.
• Can be setup independently without a personal computer at the monitor’s side
-- Powered by AC adapter and connected with Ethernet cable, the network camera
becomes a terminal of the Internet.
• Real-time remote monitoring – Unlimited time and region, you are allowed to log in
the network camera if you may access the Internet; thus it’s possible for you to
monitor your property, estate, and even your kid in the kindergarten by simply
opening the Plustek Network Camera Configuration center.
• External I/O Interface provides an intelligent way to watch your properties –
With an external sensor/device (e.g. door sensor) connected to the external I/O port,
any motion the external device detected may be regarded as an alarm by the network
camera, so that the surveillance system triggers the function of saving and sending
the captured images to your email box or FTP.
• JPEG Compressed Image Format – Motions or specific pictures captured by the
network camera are saved in JPEG format, which may contain enough image data in
a smaller sized file and be easily transferred through the Internet.
• Password protection – Both Administrator and General Users are password
protected, which may secure different levels of controlling over the network camera.
Minimum System Requirements1
The network camera is recommended to work with personal computer or network that meets
the following requirements:
1The system requirements here are only a guideline, as in general the better the computer
(motherboard, processor, hard disk, RAM, video graphic card), the better the results.
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Operation System Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional, XP Home Edition or
XP Professional
CPU Intel Pentium® III 300 MHz processor or above
Network Protocol TCP/IP Network protocol installed. (PPPoE, DHCP, Static IP,
DDNS, SMTP, FTP, NTP)
Web Browser Internet Explorer 6.0 or later2
Ethernet Interface 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Card and Category 5 cables for network
connections3
Others CD-ROM/DVD Drive, Video card that supports 16-bit color or
greater, 800 MB Free Hard Disk Space
Box Contents4
1. Network Camera
2. Mounting Bracket
3. Mounting Plate
4. AC Adapter
5. Ethernet cable (Category 5 cable)
6. Reset Pin
7. Screws
8. Plastic Plugs
2The program is available with Microsoft Windows and therefore is not included in the
Setup/Application CD-ROM of this product.
3These parts are not included in the package.
4Save the box and packing materials in case you need to transport this network camera in the future.
The product packaging can be recycled.
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