Spectra BlueScale Vision 956YH60001 User manual

Spectra BlueScale Vision
Camera User Guide

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P/N: 956YH60001
Copyright ©2007. All Rights Reserved.
Document Version: 1.0
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................1
Overview.............................................................................................................................1
Physical Details - Network Camera..................................................................................3
Package Contents...............................................................................................................4
CHAPTER 2 BASIC SETUP....................................................................................................5
System Requirements........................................................................................................5
Installation - Network Camera.........................................................................................5
Setup using the Windows Wizard ....................................................................................6
CHAPTER 3 VIEWING LIVE VIDEO ................................................................................11
Overview...........................................................................................................................11
Requirements ...................................................................................................................11
Connecting to a Camera on your LAN..........................................................................11
Connecting to a Camera via the Internet.......................................................................13
Viewing Live Video..........................................................................................................14
CHAPTER 4 ADVANCED VIEWING SETUP....................................................................16
Introduction......................................................................................................................16
Adjusting the Video Image..............................................................................................16
Controlling User Access to the Video Stream................................................................18
Making Video available from the Internet....................................................................19
Viewing Live Video via the Internet...............................................................................21
Motion Detection Alerts ..................................................................................................23
CHAPTER 5 WEB-BASED MANAGEMENT.....................................................................25
Introduction......................................................................................................................25
Connecting to Network Camera.....................................................................................25
Welcome Screen...............................................................................................................26
Administration Menu......................................................................................................27
System Screen...................................................................................................................28
Network Screen................................................................................................................29
Wireless Screen (Wireless Model Only).........................................................................31
DDNS Screen....................................................................................................................33
Video & Audio Screen.....................................................................................................35
Video Access Screen.........................................................................................................37
User Database Screen......................................................................................................39
Pan/Tilt Screen.................................................................................................................40
Motion Detection Screen.................................................................................................42
E-Mail Screen...................................................................................................................43
FTP Screen.......................................................................................................................44
HTTP Screen....................................................................................................................45
Event Trigger Screen.......................................................................................................46
Maintenance Screen.........................................................................................................48
Status Screen....................................................................................................................50
Log Screen........................................................................................................................52
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CHAPTER 6 WINDOWS MONITOR/PLAYBACK/IP RECORDER UTILITY ............53
Overview...........................................................................................................................53
Installation........................................................................................................................53
System Tray Icon.............................................................................................................54
Main Screen......................................................................................................................54
Camera Setup...................................................................................................................55
Main Screen......................................................................................................................58
Recording Video...............................................................................................................60
CHAPTER 7 TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................................64
Overview...........................................................................................................................64
Problems...........................................................................................................................64
APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................66
Network Camera..............................................................................................................66
Regulatory Approvals......................................................................................................67
Copyright Notice..............................................................................................................68
APPENDIX B STREAMING VIDEO/AUDIO SOLUTION...............................................79
Overview...........................................................................................................................79
Streaming Video/Audio through Internet Camera.......................................................79

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Chapter 1
Introduction
This Chapter provides details of the Network Camera's features, components and capabilities.
Overview
The Network Camera has an Integrated Microcomputer and a high quality CMOS digital-Image-Sensor, enabling it to display high
quality live streaming video over your wired LAN, the Internet, and for the Network Camera, an 802.11g Wireless LAN.
Using enhanced MPEG-4 technologies, the Network Camera is able to stream high quality video and audio directly to your PC. The
high compression capabilities of MPEG-4 reduce network bandwidth requirements to amazingly low levels.
A convenient and user-friendly Windows program is provided for both viewing and recording video. If necessary, you can even view
video using your Web Browser, on a variety of software platforms.
Figure 1: Network Camera
Features
•Standalone Design. The Network Camera is a standalone system with built-in CPU and Video encoder. It requires only a
power source and a connection to your LAN or Wireless LAN.
•Dual Video Support. The Network Camera can support both MEPG4 and MJEPG video for different image compression.
•Stream Live Video to Multiple Users. The MPEG4 encoder and HTTP server built into the camera generate a ready-to-view
video stream. Just connect to the camera using your Web browser or the provided Windows utility to view live video.
•Suitable for Home, Business or Public Facilities. Whether for Home, Business or Public Facility surveillance, or just for
entertainment and fun, the Network Camera has the features you need.
•Multi-Protocol Support. Supporting TCP/IP networking, SMTP (E-mail), HTTP and other Internet related protocols, the
Network Camera can be easily integrated into your existing network.
•Easy Configuration. A Windows-based Wizard is provided for initial setup. Subsequent administration and management can
be performed using a standard web browser. The administrator can configure and manage the Network Camera via the LAN or
Internet.
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•Viewing/Recording Utility. A user-friendly Windows utility is provided for viewing live video. For periods when you are
absent, or for scheduled recording, this application also allows you to record video to an ASF file on your PC. The recorded files
are in a standard Windows Media format, and thus usable by a wide variety of programs if required. Up to 5 users can view the
live video simultaneously by using the provided utility.
•Motion Detection. This feature can detect motion in the field of view. The Network Camera will compare consecutive frames
to detect changes caused by the movement of large objects. This function only works indoors due to the sensitivity of the CMOS
sensor. When motion is detection, an E-mail alert can be sent, or some other action may be triggered.
•Flexible Scheduling. You can limit access to the video stream to specified times using a flexible scheduling system. The
Motion Detection feature can also have its own schedule, so it is active only when required.
•Syslog Support. If you have a Syslog Server, the Network Camera can send its log data to your Syslog Server.
•Audio Support. You can listen as well as look! Audio is encoded with the video if desired. You can use either the built-in
microphone or an external speaker.
Internet Features
•User-definable HTTP port number. This allows Internet Gateways to use "port mapping" so the Network Camera and a Web
Server can share the same Internet IP address.
•DDNS Support. In order to view video over the Internet, users must know the Internet IP address of the gateway used by the
Network Camera. But if the Gateway has a dynamic IP address, DDNS (Dynamic DNS) is required. Since many existing
Gateways do not support DDNS, this function is incorporated into the Network Camera.
•NTP (Network-Time-Protocol) Support. NTP allows the Network Camera to calibrate its internal clock from an Internet
Time-Server. This ensures that the time stamp on Video from the Network Camera will be correct.
Security Features
•User Authentication. If desired, access to live video can be restricted to known users. Users will have to enter their username
and password before being able to view the video stream. Up to 20 users can be entered in the user database.
•Password-Protected Configuration. Configuration data can be password protected, so that it only can be changed by the
Network Camera Administrator.
Wireless Features (Wireless Model Only)
•Standards Compliant. The Network Camera complies with the IEEE802.11g (DSSS) specifications for Wireless LANs.
•Supports both 802.11b and 802.11g Standards. The Network Camera supports both 802.11b and 802.11g standards.
•Speeds to 54Mbps. All speeds up to the 802.11g maximum of 54Mbps are supported.
•Wired and Wireless Network Support. The Network Camera supports either wired or wireless transmission.
•WEP Support. Full WEP support (64/128 Bit) on the Wireless interface is provided.
•WPA/WPA2 Support. The WPA Personal/WPA2 Personal standard is also supported, allowing advanced encryption of
wireless data.
•WPS Support. The Network Camera supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) PBC (Push Button Configuration) mode and Pin
Code mode (numeric code). It makes the security feature easier to configure.
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Physical Details - Network Camera
Front - Network Camera
Lens No physical adjustment is required or possible for the lens, but you should ensure that the lens cover remain
clean. The image quality is degraded if the lens cover is dirty or smudged.
Microphone The built-in microphone is mounted on the front.
Power LED
(Green) On - Power on.
Off - No power.
Blinking - The Power LED will blink during start up. This will take 15 to 20 seconds.
Active LED
(Green) Off - Camera is not capturing video.
Blinking - Camera is capturing video
Network LED
(Green) Off - Wireless or LAN is not connected or camera is not sending/receiving data.
Blinking - Data is being transmitted or received via the LAN or Wireless connection.
Side - Network Camera
Antenna For the Wireless Network Camera, attach the supplied antenna here. The antenna is adjustable; best results
are usually obtained with the antenna positioned vertically.
Rear - Network Camera
Power Input Connect the supplied 5V power adapter here. Do not use other power adapters; doing so may damage the
camera.
Speak If required, an external speaker can be plugged in here.
MIC If required, an external microphone can be attached here. Attaching a microphone here will disable the
built-in microphone on the front. Microphones designed to be used with PCs are usually compatible with
this microphone input.
LAN port Use a standard LAN cable to connect your Network Camera to a 10/100BaseT hub or switch.
Note:
•Plugging in the LAN cable will disable the Wireless interface. Only 1 interface can be active at any
time.
•The LAN cable should only be connected or disconnected when the camera is powered OFF. Attaching
or detaching the LAN cable while the camera is powered on does NOT switch the interface between
wired and wireless.
Reset Button This button is recessed; you need a pin or paper clip can be used to depress it. It can be activated at any
time the camera is in the "ready" mode.
•WPS PBC Mode (Wireless Model Only). For the Network Camera, when pressed and released (less
then 3 seconds), the Network Camera will be in the WPS PBC mode (Auto link mode).
•WPS Pin Code Mode (Wireless Model Only). For the Network Camera, when pressed and held for
over 3 seconds, the Network Camera will be in the WPS Pin Code mode.
•Reset to manufacturer default value and reboot. When pressed and held over 10 seconds, the
settings of Network Camera will be set to their default values.
Note:
After this procedure is completed, the Power LED will blink three times to confirm that the reset was
completed successfully.
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Package Contents
The following items should be included: If any of these items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately.
1. Network Camera
2. Antenna (Wireless Model Only)
3. Power adapter
4. Installation CD-ROM
5. Quick Installation Guide

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Chapter 2
Basic Setup
This Chapter provides details of installing and configuring the Network Camera.
System Requirements
•To use the wired LAN interface, a standard 10/100BaseT hub or switch and network cable is required.
•To use the Wireless interface, other Wireless devices must be compliant with the IEEE802.11b or IEEE802.11g specifications. All
Wireless stations must use compatible settings.
The default Wireless settings are:
Mode: Infrastructure
SSID: ANY
Wireless Security: Disabled
Domain: USA
Channel No.: Auto
Installation - Network Camera
1. Assemble the Camera
Screw the supplied antenna to the mounting point on the rear.
Attach the Camera Mount to the camera.
2. Connect the LAN Cable
Connect the Network Camera to a 10/100BaseT hub or switch, using a standard LAN cable.
For the Wireless Network Camera, plugging in the LAN cable
will disable the Wireless interface. Only 1 interface can be
active at any time.
The LAN cable should only be connected or disconnected
when the camera is powered OFF. Attaching or detaching the
LAN cable while the camera is powered on does NOT switch
the interface between wired and wireless.
The first time you connect to the camera, you should connect
the LAN cable and configure the Wireless Network Camera
with appropriate settings. Then you can unplug the LAN cable
and power off the camera. The Wireless Network Camera will
be in wireless interface when you power on the camera again.
3. Power Up
Connect the supplied 5Vpower adapter to the Network Camera and power up. Use only the power adapter provided. Using a
different one may cause hardware damage.
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4. Check the LEDs
•The Power LED will turn on briefly, then start blinking. It will blink during startup, which takes 15 to 20 seconds. After startup is
completed, the Power LED should remain ON.
•The Network LED should be ON.
For more information, refer to Physical Details - Network Camera in Chapter 1.
Setup using the Windows Wizard
Initial setup should be performed using the supplied Windows-based setup Wizard. This program can locate the Network Camera even
if its IP address is invalid for your network. You can then configure the Network Camera with appropriate TCP/IP settings for your
LAN.
Subsequent administration can be performed with your Web browser, as explained in Chapter 5 - Web-based Management.
Setup Procedure
1. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your drive. If the setup program does not start automatically, run NetworkCamera.exe in the
NetworkCamera folder on the documentation CD that accompanied your library.
•You will see the Welcome screen shown below.
•Click the Setup Camera button to start the setup Wizard.
Figure 2: Welcome Screen
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