Qvis AMB-BL User manual

AMB-BL
1080P WDR BULLET IP CAMERA
User’s Manual
V1.0 08 / 2013

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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing the 1080P WDR BULLET IP CAMERA.
This user’s manual is designed to be a reference tool for the installation and
operation of your system.
Here you can find information about the corresponding IP camera’s features
and functions, as well as a detailed installation method.
Before installation and operation please read the following safeguards
and warnings carefully!

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Important Safeguards and Warnings
1．Electrical safety
All installation and operation here should conform to your local electrical safety codes.
The power supply shall conform to the requirement in the SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) and
must make sure that the limited power source is rated 12V DC or 24V AC.
Please note: Do not connect two power supplying sources to the device at the same time; it
may result in device damage!
We assume no liability or responsibility for all the fires or electrical shock caused by improper
handling or installation.
We are not liable for any problems caused by unauthorized modification or attempted repair.
2．Transportation Security
Please ensure that the product does not endure heavy stresses, violent vibration or contact with
water during transportation, storage and installation.
Please use the original packing material (or the material of the same quality) if you need to return it
to vendor.
3．Installation
Do not apply power to the product before completing installation.
Do not put object(s) on the product.
Please install a proper power cut-off device during the installation connection.
4．Qualified engineers needed
All the examination and repair work should be done by the qualified service engineers. We are not
liable for any problems caused by unauthorised modifications or attempted repair.
5. Environment
This product should be installed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, inflammable,
explosive substances and etc.
Please keep it away from environments that contain electromagnetic radiation or objects that
produce it.
Please keep sound ventilation around the device at all times.
Do not allow the water and other liquid to penetrate into the device if casing has been
compromised. This series product complies with the IP66 standard specified in the Degrees of
Protection Provided by Enclosure.
Ensure lightning surge protection is in place to make sure you fully protect camera circuitry from
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Please make sure the CCD (CMOS) component is away from the radiation of the laser beam
device. Otherwise it may result in CCD (CMOS) optical component damage.
It is recommended that the grounding studs of the product should be grounded, so to further
enhance the reliability of the camera.
6. Daily Maintenance
Please shut down the device and then unplug the power cable before you begin any maintenance
work.
Do not touch the CCD (CMOS) optic component. Please use an air jet to clean the dust off the lens
surface. You can use the dry cloth with some alcohol or mild detergent to clear if necessary.
When the camera is not in use please put the dustproof cap to protect the CCD (CMOS)
component.
Do not use volatile solvent such as the benzene, paint thinner or detergent with the ability to
abrade surfaces. It may result in lens damage or adversely affect the device’s performance.
7. Accessories
Always use all the accessories recommended by manufacturer.
Before installation, please open the package and check that all the components are included. Contact
your local retailer/vendor ASAP if something is missing.
8. Box Contents:
Accessory Name
Amount
Network Camera Unit
1
Quick Start Guide
1
Installation Accessories Bag
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12V to 24V Conversion Cable
(For AC 24V series product only)
1
CD
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Table of Contents
1 General Introduction........................................................................................1
1.1 Overview..............................................................................................1
1.2 Features...............................................................................................1
1.3 Specifications.......................................................................................2
1.3.1 Performance...................................................................................2
2 Structure..........................................................................................................5
2.1 Multiple-function Combination Cable...................................................5
2.2 Framework and Dimension..................................................................6
2.3 Bidirectional talk...................................................................................8
2.3.1 Device-end to PC-end....................................................................8
2.3.2 PC-end to the Device-end..............................................................8
2.4 Alarm Setup .........................................................................................8
3 Installation.....................................................................................................11
3.1 Device Installation..............................................................................11
3.2 Micro SD Card Installation.................................................................11
3.3 Lens Adjustment ................................................................................12
3.4 Bracket Adjustment............................................................................13
4 Quick Configuration Tool...............................................................................14
4.1 Overview............................................................................................14
4.2 Operation ...........................................................................................14
5 Web Operation..............................................................................................17
5.1 Network Connection...........................................................................17
5.2 Login and Logout ...............................................................................17
6 FAQ...............................................................................................................20

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1General Introduction
1.1 Overview
This network camera integrates traditional camera and network video technology. It adopts both audio and
video data collection and transmission simultaneously. Because of inbuilt internal hardware it can connect
to a network directly without any auxiliary device. When you want to access the camera, you can use a web
browser running off the network at the client-end. Due to its multiple functions it allows for various use in
many environments such office, bank, road & traffic monitoring, etc.
The latest chipset technology incorporated within the camera design requires low amounts of power to
obtain the best video image clarity. Energy efficiency is a key element to this product, but at the same time
it does not compromise on performance.
This series network camera product uses the latest industry standard H.264 video and G.711a audio
compression technology, which guarantees the best audio and video quality whilst reducing file sizes.
One of the other main features this camera includes is the IR night vision, which aids in video surveillance
when the camera is functioning within a low illumination environment. The LED IRs highlight objects of
interest within the camera’s field of view and is then able to filter out any visual interference so that you can
easily view footage upon a monitor. It supports real-time monitor and listening at the same time via the
inbuilt microphone. If you want to communicate with a person(s) in view of the camera it also supports dual-
way bidirectional talk.
The built-in protection enclosure and waterproof design conforms to the IP 66 level. It has the sound
waterproof function suitable for use in the outdoor environments.
1.2 Features
User
Management
Different user rights for each group, one user belongs to one group.
The user’s right shall not exceed the group right.
Storage
Function
Supports:
Central server backup function in accordance with your configuration and
setup in alarm or schedule setting
Recording via the Web and sending the recorded file to the storage at the
client-end’s PC.
Built-in Micro SD card.
Network storage function such as FTP.
Local Micro SD card hot swap storage function. Only supports short-time
storage when it encounters a network disconnection.
Alarm
Function
Real-time response to external on-off alarm input, and also video detects using
user pre-defined activation setup to generate a corresponding message on
the screen and an audio prompt(the camera allows the user to pre-record the
audio file)
Real-time video detect: motion detect, camera masking.
Network
Monitor
Network camera supports one-channel audio/video data transmission to
network terminal and then decodes signal. Delay is within 270ms (network
bandwidth support needed)

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Supports a maximum of 20 connections.
Adopts the following audio and video transmission protocols: HTTP, TCP,
UDP, MULTICAST, RTP/RTCP, RTSP, etc.
Supports web access.
Network
Management
Allows network camera configuration and management via Ethernet.
Supports device management via web or client-end.
Power
External power adapter DC12V/AC 24V. You can select which power adapter
according to your actual electrical environments. Please note system cannot
support these two types of power supplying at the same time. As a
recommendation, if you wish for your security system to be continue to run
when there is a loss of power or unstable electrical supply coming from the
mains, a UPS system should be installed.
Assistant
Function
Log function
Supports system resource information and running status real-time display.
Day/Night mode auto switch.
Built-in IR light. Supports IR night vision.
Supports picture parameter setup such as electronic shutter and gain setup.
Produce ultra-clear video images under low lighting conditions using 3D-NR
technology.
Backlight compensation: screen auto split allows backlight compensation to
adjust the brightness.
Supports video watermark function to avoid vicious video modification.
The enclosure conforms to the IP66 protection testing. It can withstand a
variety of weather conditions and outdoor environments.
1.3 Specifications
1.3.1 Performance
Please refer to the following sheet for network camera performance specification:
Parameter
AMB-BL
System
Main Processor
Ambarella A5S High performance DSP
OS
Embedded LINUX
System
Resources
Supports real-time network, local record, and remote operation at the same
time.
User Interface
Remote operation interface such as WEB & PSS
System Status
Micro SD card status, bit stream statistics, log, and software version.
Video Parameter
Image Sensor
1/2.8-inch CMOS
Pixel
1920(H) x 1080(V)
Day/Night Mode
Support day/night mode switch and IR-CUT at the same time. (The lens has
built-in IR-CUT mechanical component.).
Auto Aperture
DC drive
Gain Control
Fixed/Auto
White Balance
Manual/Auto
BLC
Off / BLC (default or custom) / WDR (0-100 adjustable) / HLC (0-100
adjustable)
Exposure Mode
Manual/Auto
PAL: It ranges from 1/3 to 1/10000
NTSC: It ranges from 1/4 to 1/10000

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Video
Compression
Standard
H.264/ H.264H/MJPEG
Video Frame
Rate
PAL: Main stream (1080P@25fps)
Extra stream (D1@25fps, CIF@25fps).
NTSC: Main stream (1080P@30fps)
Extra stream (D1@25fps, CIF@25fps).
Video Bit Rate
H.264: 56Kbps-8192Kbps.
MJPEG: 32～16384Kb/s (adjustable and bit rate is adjustable.
Support customized setup).
Video Flip
Support mirror.
Support flip function.
Snapshot
Max 1f/s snapshot. File extension name is JPEG.
Privacy Mask
Supports max 4 privacy mask zones
Video Setup
Support parameter setup such as brightness, contrast.
Video
Information
Channel title, time title, motion detect, camera masking.
Lens
Manual zoom 3.3-12 [email protected]
Lens Interface
Φ14 interface. Lens is the default accessory
Audio
Audio Input
1-channel. RCA
Audio Output
1-channel. RCA
Bidirectional
Talk Input
Reuse the first audio input channel
Audio Bit Rate
16kbps 16BIT
Audio
Compression
Standard
G.711a/G.711u/PCM
Video
Motion Detect
396 (18*22) detection zones: sensitivity level ranges from 0 to 100 (area
threshold ranges from 0 to 100).
Activation event: alarm device, audio/video storage, image snapshot, log,
email function.
Alarm Input
2-channel input，1-channel output
Record and Backup
Record Priority
Manual>External alarm >Video detect>Schedule
Local Storage
Supports Micro SD card storage
Storage
Management
Support display local storage status
Network
Wire Network
1-channel wire Ethernet port, 10/100 Base-T Ethernet
Network
Protocol
Standard HTTP, TCP/IP, ARP, IGMP, ICMP, RTSP, RTP,UDP, RTCP, SMTP,
FTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, PPPOE, UPNP, NTP, Bonjour, SNMP, Qos,
IEEE802, Syslog.
Remote
Operation
Monitor, PTZ control, system setup, file download, log information,
maintenance , upgrade, etc.
AUX Interface
Video Output
1-channel analog video output，BNC port.
Restore Default
Setup
Reset button
Power
Support AC24V/DC12V power. (Cannot support these two modes at the same
time.)

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General Parameter
Power
Consumption
7.5Watts Max
Working
Temperature
-20oC~+60oC
Working
Humidify
≤90%
Dimensions(m
m)
φ104*306.7
Weight
1250g(Excluding box)
Installation
Bracket is included in the accessories bag.
IR Distance
20~30m
Protection
Level
IP66

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2Structure
2.1 Multiple-function Combination Cable
You can refer to the following figure for multiple-function combination cable information. See Figure 2-1.
Figure 2-1 Multiple-function combination cable
Please refer to the following sheet for detailed information:
SN
Port Name
Function
Connection
Note
1
DC 12V/AC
24V
Power input
port
/
Power port. Input DC 12V/AC 24V (Please
use the provided conversion cable)
2
Reset
Reset port
/
Hardware reset function. Press it for 3 to 5
seconds; system hardware can restore
default setup.
3
I/O
I/O port
/
Connect to I/O port.
4
LAN
Network port
Ethernet
port
Connect to standard Ethernet cable.
5
AUDIO IN
Audio input
port
RCA
Input audio signal. It can receive the analog
audio signal from the pickup.
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AUDIO OUT
Audio output
port
RCA
Output audio signal to the devices such as
the sound box.
7
VIDEO OUT
Video output
port
BNC
Output analog video signal. It can connect to
the TV monitor to view the video.

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Please refer to the follow sheet for detailed Input/Output port information:
Port Name
SN
Name
Note
I/O Port
1
ALARM_COM
Alarm output public port.
2
ALARM_NO
Alarm output port. This outputs the alarm signal to
the alarm device.
NO: normal open alarm output port.
It works with the ALARM_COM port.
3
ALARM_IN1
Alarm input port 1. This receives the on-off signal
from the external alarm source.
4
ALARM_IN2
Alarm input port 2. This receives the on-off signal
from the external alarm source.
5
GND
Ground port
2.2 Framework and Dimension
Please note all frame and dimension illustrations provided in this chapter are for reference only,
and actual product may vary.
Please refer to Figure 2-2 for dimension information according to the actual product. The unit is mm. Please
also see Figure 2-4.
Figure 2-2 Dimension illustration 1

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Figure 2-3 Dimension illustration 3

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2.3 Bidirectional talk
2.3.1 Device-end to PC-end
Device Connection
1. Please connect the speaker or the MIC to the audio input port of the device. Then connect the
earphone to the audio output port of the PC.
2. Login to the Web and then click the Audio button to enable the bidirectional talk function.
3. You will see the button becomes orange after you enable the audio talk function.
4. Click Audio button again to stop the bidirectional talk function.
Listening Operation
At the camera device end, speak via the speaker or the pickup microphone, and then you can get the audio
from the earphone or sound box at the pc-end.
2.3.2 PC-end to the Device-end
Device Connection
1. Connect the speaker or the MIC to the audio input port of the PC and then connect the earphone to
the audio output port of the device.
2. Login to the Web and then click the Audio button to enable the bidirectional talk function.
3. You can see the button becomes orange after you enabled the audio talk function.
4. Click Audio button again to stop the bidirectional talk function.
Please note the listening operation is null during the bidirectional talk process.
Listening Operation
At the PC-end, speak via the speaker or the pickup microphone, and then you can get the audio from the
earphone or sound box at the device-end.
2.4 Alarm Setup
The alarm interface is shown as in Figure 2-4. Please follow the steps listed below for local alarm input and
output connection.
1. Connect the alarm input device to the alarm input port (No.3 pin or No.4 pin) of the I/O cable.
2. Connect the alarm output device to the alarm output port (No.2 pin) and alarm output public port
(No.1 pin). The alarm output port supports NO (normal open) alarm device only.
3. Open the Web (please see Figure 2-). Please set the alarm input 01 port for the first channel of the
I/O cable (No.3 pin). The alarm input 02 is for the 2nd channel of I/O cable (No.4 pin). Then you can
select the corresponding type (NO/NC.)
4. Set the WEB alarm output. The alarm output 01 is for the alarm output port of the device. It is the
No.2 pin of the I/O cable.

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Figure 2-4 Alarm
Please refer to the following figure for alarm input information (See Figure 2-5).
Alarm input: When the input signal is idle or grounded, the device can collect the different statuses from
the alarm input port. When the input signal is connected to the 5V power or is idle, the device collects the
logic ‘1’. When the input signal is grounded, the device collects the logic “0”.
Figure 2-5 Alarm input
Please refer to the following figure for alarm output information (See Figure 2-6).
Port ALARM_COM and Port ALARM_NO composes an on-off button to provide the alarm output.
If the type is NO, this button is normally open. The button becomes on when there is an alarm output.
If the type is NC, this button is normally off. The button becomes off when there is an alarm output.

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Figure 2-6 Alarm output

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3Installation
Please note all frame and dimension illustrations provided in this chapter are for reference only,
and actual product may vary.
3.1 Device Installation
Please refer to Figure 3-1 for installation information according to the actual product. Please follow the
steps listed below to install the device.
Please draw the installation holes in the installation surface and then mark three expansion bolts
holes on the surface. Insert three bolts in the hole and secure firmly.
Please line up the installation holes of the bottom of the pendant mount bracket to the installation
holes on the surface. Then insert the three bolts to the holes of the bottom of the bracket. Finally
fasten the device onto the installation surface.
Figure 3-1 Device installation 1
3.2 Micro SD Card Installation
Use the inner hex wrench from the installation accessories bag to remove the four inner hex screws from
the rear cover. Please refer to Figure 3-2 to find the Micro SD card slot position according to the actual
product. Insert the Micro SD card and the fix the four screws back to the rear cover.
Important
Please make sure the cable connection between the power board and the main board is firm.
Otherwise, it may result in device malfunction.
The rear cover of the device is designed to be waterproof. Please secure four screws firmly after you
complete the Micro SD card installation.
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Figure 3-2 Micro SD card installation 1
3.3 Lens Adjustment
Turn the lens counter clockwise to remove the cover, now you can see the iris front and rear control rod.
The front control rod is to focus and the rear control rod is to zoom (see Figure 3-3). Please turn clockwise
to fix the lens cover back firmly.
Important
Please remove the sunshield first and remove the lens cover, if you cannot unfasten the lens cover.
The lens cover is designed to be waterproof. Please make sure it is secure after you complete the lens
adjustment.
This IP camera product has the default motorised zoom lens. You do not need to adjust manually.
Figure 3-3 Lens adjustment

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3.4 Bracket Adjustment
You can use an inner hex screw to control the bracket. Please use the inner hex wrench from the
installation accessories bag to unfasten the screw. Please refer to Figure 3-4 according to the actual
product. The horizontal angle of the rear cover can rotate 360°, the tilt angle can rotate 90° and the chassis
can rotate 360°.
Please use the inner hex wrench to firmly secure the M4 inner hex screw and the three M4 inner hex flat
tight screws on bracket cover after you complete the setup.
Important: Please make sure the M4 inner hex screw or M4 inner hex flat tight screws are firm,
otherwise it may result in chassis vibration and the camera will not be able to fix to a specified
angle.
Figure 3-4 Bracket adjustment 1

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4Quick Configuration Tool
4.1 Overview
Quick configuration tool can search current IP address and modify IP address. At the same time, you can
use it to upgrade the device.
Please note: the tool only applies to the IP addresses in the same segment.
4.2 Operation
Double click the ‘ConfigTools.exe’ icon and you will see an interface just like the one shown as in Figure
4-1.
In the device list interface, you can view the device’s IP address, port number, subnet mask, default
gateway, MAC address, etc.
Figure 4-1 Search interface
Select one IP address and then right click mouse, you will see an interface like the one shown in Figure 4-2.
Note: You can set the IP address, subnet mask and gateway for the network camera & PC. The network
camera IP address and PC IP address should be in the same network segment if there is no router.
Network camera default IP address is 192.168.1.108. If there is a router, please set the corresponding
gateway and subnet mask.
The factory default user name is admin and password is admin. For security reasons, please modify your
password after you first login.