Vivotek TB53B6 SERIES User manual

User’s Manual
Outdoor • Day & Night • 30M IR • Cable Management
Bullet
Network Camera
TB5328-(R)T/(R)F3/ET/EF3
TB53B6-H(R)T/EHT/H(R)F3/EHF3
Rev. 1.1

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Table of Contents
Overview ..............................................................................................................................................................3
Revision History ...............................................................................................................................................3
Read Before Use..............................................................................................................................................4
Package Contents ............................................................................................................................................4
Symbols and Statements in this Document......................................................................................................4
Physical Description .........................................................................................................................................5
Repeater Model (TB5328-RF3/RT, TB53B6-HRT/HRF3.) Cascade Connections .....................................7
Hardware Installation........................................................................................................................................9
Network Deployment ......................................................................................................................................16
Software Installation .......................................................................................................................................19
Ready to Use..................................................................................................................................................20
Auto Focus .....................................................................................................................................................21
Accessing the Network Camera .................................................................................................................... 22
Using Web Browsers......................................................................................................................................22
Using RTSP Players.......................................................................................................................................25
Using 3GPP-compatible Mobile Devices........................................................................................................26
Using VIVOTEK Recording Software .............................................................................................................27
Main Page......................................................................................................................................................... 28
Client Settings .................................................................................................................................................. 33
Conguration.................................................................................................................................................... 38
System > General settings .............................................................................................................................39
System > Homepage layout ..........................................................................................................................41
System > Logs ...............................................................................................................................................44
System > Parameters ....................................................................................................................................46
System > Maintenance...................................................................................................................................47
Media > Image .............................................................................................................................................51
Media > Video ................................................................................................................................................64
Media > Video ................................................................................................................................................66
Media > Audio.................................................................................................................................................72
Network > General settings............................................................................................................................73
Network > Streaming protocols ....................................................................................................................81
Network > SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)...........................................................................90
Security > User accounts ...............................................................................................................................91
Security > HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL) .................................................................92
Security > Access List ..................................................................................................................................99
PTZ > PTZ settings ......................................................................................................................................104
Event > Event settings..................................................................................................................................108
Applications > Motion detection....................................................................................................................122
Applications > DI and DO ...........................................................................................................................125
Applications > Tampering detection .............................................................................................................126
Applications > Audio detection ...................................................................................................................127
Applications > Package management - a.k.a., VADP (VIVOTEK Application Development Platform) .......129
Recording > Recording settings ..................................................................................................................132
Local storage > SD card management.........................................................................................................137

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Local storage > Content management ..................................................................................................... 138
Appendix ................................................................................................................................................... 141
URL Commands for the Network Camera................................................................................................ 141
Technical Specications ........................................................................................................................... 233
Technology License Notice....................................................................................................................... 234
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)....................................................................................................... 235
Overview
VIVOTEK TB53B6 and 5328 series are stylish, bullet-style network cameras designed for
diverse outdoor applications. Equipped with a 2MP sensor enabling viewing resolution of
1920x1080 at a smooth 30 fps, the camera series is all-in-one outdoor camera capable of
capturing high quality and high resolution, especially in low light environment. In addition
to applying VIVOTEK’s notable bandwidth solution in Smart Stream and 3DNR, the
TB53B6 and 5328 -T/-RT models are also designed with smart focus system to assit focus
adjustment more efciently.
To meet more outdoor applications and ease cable deployment, TB53B6 and 5328 “-R”
models are the first network camera designed with embedded extender to allow PoE
input and PoE output. Users can implement a total PoE solution perfectly. Incorporating
a number of advanced features standard for VIVOTEK cameras, the TB53B6 and 5328
series are the ideal solutions for your outdoor surveillance needs.
Revision History
■ Rev. 1.0: Initial release.
■ Rev. 1.0: Updated URL commands to rev. 1.4b.

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Read Before Use
The use of surveillance devices may be prohibited by law in your country. The Network Camera
is not only a high-performance web-ready camera but can also be part of a exible surveillance
system. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the operation of such devices is legal before
installing this unit for its intended use.
It is important to first verify that all contents received are complete according to the Package
Contents listed below. Take note of the warnings in the Quick Installation Guide before the Network
Camera is installed; then carefully read and follow the instructions in the Installation chapter to
avoid damage due to faulty assembly and installation. This also ensures the product is used
properly as intended.
The Network Camera is a network device and its use should be straightforward for those who
have basic networking knowledge. It is designed for various applications including video sharing,
general security/surveillance, etc. The Configuration chapter suggests ways to best utilize the
Network Camera and ensure proper operations. For creative and professional developers, the URL
Commands of the Network Camera section serves as a helpful reference to customizing existing
homepages or integrating with the current web server.
Package Contents
■ TB53B6-H(R)T/EHT/H(R)F3/EHF3, TB5328-(R)T/(R)F3/ET/EF3.
■ L-type T8 anti-tamper key wrench, desiccant bag, screws
■ Waterproof Ethernet cable housing
■ Software CD
■ Quick Installation Guide & alignment sticker
* T8 key wrench is also used for the hex socket screw on the camera bracket.

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Symbols and Statements in this Document
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INFORMATION: provides important messages or advices that might help prevent
inconvenient or problem situations.
NOTE: Notices provide guidance or advices that are related to the functional integrity of
the machine.
Tips: Tips are useful information that helps enhance or facilitae an installation, function,
or process.
WARNING: or IMPORTANT:: These statements indicate situations that can be
dangerous or hazardous to the machine or you.
Electrical Hazard: This statement appears when high voltage electrical hazards might
occur to an operator.
Physical Description
Front Panel
Motorized or
xed lens
The T and RT models have auto-focus motorized lens. Some of the sufx syntax used in
model naming are listed below:
E w/ heater for extreme weather
Fx Focal length w/ number
T w/ Remote focus lens
R w/ PoE repeater
H w/ High Dynamic Range functionality
NOTE:
Reset Button
SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card Slot
PoE daughterboard

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Connectors
The second LAN port (PoE out, yellow) is available on the TB53B6-HRT, TB53B6-HRF3,
and TB5328-RF3. The R models come without the DC connector.
WARNING:
The yellow LAN port (PoE output) can only be used to connect to another TB53B6/5328
camera. Please do not connect the yellow LAN port to a PC or switch LAN port. The high
voltage can damage the LAN port circuits.
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General I/O Terminal Block
Ethernet 10/100 RJ45 Plug
• The "E" models, e.g., TB5328-ET, TB53B6-EHT, do not support PoE cascade
connections due to its high power consumption. The "E" models come with embedded
heater for low temperature environments.
IMPORTANT:
R model, e.g., TB53B6-HRT.

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Repeater Model (TB5328-RF3/RT, TB53B6-HRT/HRF3.) Cascade
Connections
Each camera consumes up to 14.5W power. Up to 2 R model cameras and 1 non-repeater
camera can be cascaded in a conguration with a cabling distance of up to 300 meters.
The precondition is the use of the AE-FED-0500-120 PoE switch, which can deliver more
than 50W of power per port (exceeding the 802.3at specications).
Please use quality cables when cabling over an extended distance. Power loss due to
resistance can occur with low-quality cables.
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4xFE PoE + 1xFE Switch
UPLINK
POWER ON
AW-FED-0500-120
100m
100m
100m
TB53B6-HRT
TB53B6-HT
TB5328-RF3
TB53B6-HRF3
TB53B6-EHT
TB53B6-EHF3
TB53B6-HF3
TB5328-F3
TB53B6-HRT
TB5328-RF3
TB53B6-HRF3
TB5328-ET
TB5328-EF3
Many copper coated aluminum (CCA) and other non-standard conductors cabling products
are masqueraded as CAT5E or CAT6 cables. Please avoid using these CCA products
especially when cascading PoE cameras. It is a must to use Ethernet cables compliant
with the 3P/ETL standard.
IMPORTANT:
The TB "E" series (heater models)
can not be applied in the cascade
conguration due to its extra power
consumption.

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Other-brand 802.3at PoE switch
100m
100m
TB53B6-HRT
TB53B6-HT
TB5328-RF3
TB53B6-HRF3
TB53B6-EHT
TB53B6-EHF3
TB53B6-HF3
TB5328-F3
TB5328-ET
TB5328-EF3
When using an ordinary 802.3at PoE switch (30W output per port), up to 1 TB53B6-HRT
and 1 TB53B6-HT can be cascaded in a conguration with a cabling distance of up to 200
meters.
Please use quality cables when cabling over an extended distance.
The TB "E" series (heater models) can not be applied in the cascade conguration due to
its extra power consumption.

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Hardware Installation
1.Attach the included alignment sticker to a preferred location.
2. Drill holes for mounting screws and a cabling hole.
3. Loosen the anti-tamper screws to open the top cover.
4. Insert an SD card (user-supplied).
5. Replace the desiccant bag whenever you open the top cover. This ensures the
components are free from the moisture.
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6. Secure the Network Camera to a wall or ceiling.
Wall Mount
Ceiling Mount
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3.5 ~ 6mm
7. When connecting the LAN cable, use the cable housing to make sure the connections
are waterproof.
7-1. Pass the cable through the seal dome, and squeeze the rubber seal through an RJ45
connector.
7-2. You can then pass the cable through the cable gland body.
7-3. Fasten up these components. Make sure enough pressure is exerted on the rubber
seal.
7-4. Connect the Ethernet cable to the RJ45 connector with a seal ring. Fasten the cable
housing.
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8. If your cables pass through a hole on a wall or ceiling, make sure the passage is
waterproof using sealant foam, heat shrink tubing, or putties. Make sure the interfaces,
e.g., DC connectors and terminal connectors, if unused, are also wrapped up using
waterproof putties.
You can also purchase the AM-714 junction box to place all cabling connections within the
protection of the box .

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11. Install the "Installation Wizard 2" software utility on your software CD.
12. The program will search for VIVOTEK Video Receivers, Video Servers or Network Cameras
on the same LAN.
13. Double-click on the camera's MAC address to open a browser management session with
the camera.
10. Connect the other interfaces, such as I/O wires.
9. Loosen the fastening ring on the mount bracket using a hex wrench, and aim the camera at
the area of your interest. When done, tighten the fastening ring.
Fastening ring
9
14. With a live view is displayed on your laptop, adjust the zoom and focus to obtain an optimal
image. Check the live view to ensure the image is in focus.
The "T" models comes with motorized focus lens. Use the Auto Focus function in rmware
menu for best image.

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Perform the Auto Focus function for best image. However, if you have cascaded cameras,
do this one by one. Do not perform this function simultaneously on multiple cameras
because the motorized lens also consume considerable power, and may cause the last
camera on the line to hang.
IMPORTANT:
LED Denitions
Item LED status Description
LED De`nitions
1 Steady Red Powered and system booting, or network
failed
Red LED off Power off
Green LED off Network is disconnected
2Steady Red and Green LED blinks every 1
sec.
Connected to network
3Green LED blinks every 1 sec. and RED
LED blinks consecutively every 0.15 sec.
Upgrading rmware
4Green and RED blink every 0.15 sec, Green
and RED light on, then blink again.
Restoring defaults
5RED LED is on, Green LED blinks and RED
LED is constantly on.
Status after a reset (network connected)
Green and RED LEDs are constantly on. Status after a reset (network
disconnected)

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Hardware Reset
The reset button is used to reset the system or restore the factory default settings.
Sometimes resetting the system can return the camera to normal operation. If the system
problems remain after reset, restore the factory settings and install again.
Reset: Press the recessed reset button. Wait for the Network Camera to reboot.
Restore: Press and hold the reset button until the status LED rapidly blinks. Note that all
settings will be restored to factory default. Upon successful restore, the status LED will
blink green and red during normal operation.
SD/SDHC/SDXC Card Capacity
This network camera is compliant with SD/SDHC/SDXC 16GB / 8GB / 32GB / 64GB and
other preceding standard SD cards.
Reset Button

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Network Deployment
General Connection (PoE)
When using a PoE-enabled switch
The Network Camera is PoE-compliant, allowing transmission of power and data via a sin-
gle Ethernet cable. Follow the below illustration to connect the Network Camera to a PoE-
enabled switch via Ethernet cable.
PoE Switch
When using a non-PoE switch
Use a PoE power injector (optional) to connect between the Network Camera and a non-
PoE switch.
Non-PoE Switch
PoE Power Injector
(optional)
NOTE:
1. The camera is only to be connected to PoE networks without routing to outside plants.
2. For PoE connection, use only UL listed I.T.E. with PoE output.
802.3af

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Internet connection via a router
Before setting up the Network Camera over the Internet, make sure you have a router and follow
the steps below.
1. Connect your Network Camera behind a router, the Internet environment is illustrated below.
Regarding how to obtain your IP address, please refer to Software Installation on page 19 for
details.
IP address : 192.168.0.3
Subnet mask : 255.255.255.0
Default router : 192.168.0.1
IP address : 192.168.0.2
Subnet mask : 255.255.255.0
Default router : 192.168.0.1
LAN (Local Area Network)
Router IP address : 192.168.0.1
WAN (Wide Area Network )
Router IP address : from ISP
Cable or DSL Modem
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Internet
2. In this case, if the Local Area Network (LAN) IP address of your Network Camera is
192.168.0.3, please forward the following ports for the Network Camera on the router.
■ HTTP port: default is 80
■ RTSP port: default is 554
■ RTP port for video: default is 5556
■ RTCP port for video: default is 5557
If you have changed the port numbers on the Network page, please open the ports
accordingly on your router. For information on how to forward ports on the router, please refer
to your router’s user’s manual.
3. Find out the public IP address of your router provided by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).
Use the public IP and the secondary HTTP port to access the Network Camera from the
Internet. Please refer to Network Type on page 74 for details.
Internet connection with static IP
Choose this connection type if you are required to use a static IP for the Network Camera.
Please refer to LAN setting on page 73 for details.
Internet connection via PPPoE (Point-to-Point over Ethernet)
Choose this connection type if you are connected to the Internet via a DSL Line. Please refer to
PPPoE on page 74 for details.

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Congure the router, virtual server or rewall, so that the router can forward any data com-
ing into a precongured port number to a network camera on the private network, and
allow data from the camera to be transmitted to the outside of the network over the same
path.
From Forward to
122.146.57.120:8000 192.168.2.10:80
122.146.57.120:8001 192.168.2.11:80
... ...
When properly congured, you can access a camera behind the router using the HTTP
request such as follows: http://122.146.57.120:8000
If you change the port numbers on the Network conguration page, please open the ports
accordingly on your router. For example, you can open a management session with your
router to congure access through the router to the camera within your local network.
Please consult your network administrator for router conguration if you have troubles with
the conguration.
For more information with network conguration options (such as that of streaming ports),
please refer to Conguration > Network Settings. VIVOTEK also provides the automatic
port forwarding feature as an NAT traversal function with the precondition that your router
must support the UPnP port forwarding feature.

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Software Installation
Installation Wizard 2 (IW2), a software included in the product CD, helps you set up your
Network Camera on the LAN.
1. Install IW2 under the Software Utility directory from the software CD.
Double-click the IW2 shortcut on your desktop to launch the program.
2. The program will conduct an analysis of your network environment.
After your network environment is analyzed, please click Next to continue the program.
3. The program will search for all VIVOTEK network devices on the same LAN.
4. After a brief search, the installer window will prompt. Click on the MAC and model name
that matches the one printed on the product label. You can then double-click on the address
to open a management session with the Network Camera.
0002D1730202
00-02-D1-73-02-02 192.168.5.151 TB53B6
Installation
Wizard 2
IW
2
Network Camera
Model No: TB53B6
Made in Taiwan
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Pat. 6,930,709
MAC:0002D1730202
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Ready to Use
1.A browser session with the Network Camera should prompt as shown below.
2.You should be able to see live video from your camera. You may also install the 32-channel
recording software from the software CD in a deployment consisting of multiple cameras. For
its installation details, please refer to its related documents.
TB5328-T
• The "E" models, e.g., TB5328-ET, TB53B6-EHT, are able to operate in low temperature
environments. However, when starting these cameras in a very low termperature condition,
e.g., -40ºC, the embedded heater may take half an hour to warm up the camera. When the
temperature within the canister reaches -10ºC, the camera automatically starts.
IMPORTANT: