Vivotek FD8133V User manual

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Table of Contents
Overview........................................................................................................................................................3
Read Before Use......................................................................................................................................3
Package Contents ....................................................................................................................................3
Physical Description .................................................................................................................................4
Installation .....................................................................................................................................................5
Hardware Installation................................................................................................................................5
Network Deployment ................................................................................................................................7
Software Installation ...............................................................................................................................10
Ready to Use.......................................................................................................................................... 11
Adjusting the Lens.................................................................................................................................. 11
Completion .............................................................................................................................................12
Accessing the Network Camera ..................................................................................................................13
Using Web Browsers..............................................................................................................................13
Using RTSP Players...............................................................................................................................15
Using 3GPP-compatible Mobile Devices................................................................................................16
Using VIVOTEK Recording Software .....................................................................................................17
Main Page ...................................................................................................................................................18
Client Settings .............................................................................................................................................21
Conguration ...............................................................................................................................................23
System ...................................................................................................................................................24
Security ..................................................................................................................................................26
HTTPS ...................................................................................................................................................27
SNMP ....................................................................................................................................................32
Network ..................................................................................................................................................33
DDNS .....................................................................................................................................................47
Access List ............................................................................................................................................49
Video ......................................................................................................................................................52
Motion Detection ....................................................................................................................................62
Camera Tampering Detection ................................................................................................................65
Homepage Layout .................................................................................................................................66
Application..............................................................................................................................................69
Recording ...............................................................................................................................................82
Local Storage ........................................................................................................................................86
System Log ...........................................................................................................................................90
View Parameters ...................................................................................................................................91
Maintenance...........................................................................................................................................92
Appendix .....................................................................................................................................................96
URL Commands for the Network Camera..............................................................................................96
Technical Specications .......................................................................................................................144
Technology License Notice...................................................................................................................145
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)...................................................................................................146

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Overview
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 rst 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
■ FD8133V or FD8134V
■ Power Adapter
■ Software CD
■ Alignment Sticker
■ Quick Installation Guide / Warranty Card
■ RJ45 Female/Female Coupler / Screws / Screwdriver / Clamp Core
Revision History
■ Rev. 1.0: Initial release
■ Rev. 1.1: Corrected camera tilt angle.

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Physical Description
General I/O Terminal Block
This Network Camera provides a general I/O terminal block which is used to connect external
input / output devices. The pin denitions are described below.
MicroSD/SDHC Card Capacity
This network camera is compliant with MicroSD/SDHC 32GB and other preceding standard SD
cards.
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 and release the recessed reset button with a paper clip or thin object. Wait for the
Network Camera to reboot.
Restore: Press and hold the recessed 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.
Pin Name
+ Digital Input +
- Digital Input -
Lens
Reset Button
General I/O Terminal Block
IR LEDs (8 units, distance 10m)
(FD8134V only)
Status LED
Light Sensor
MicroSD/SDHC
Card Slot
Black Cover
Ethernet 10/100
RJ45 Plug
Power Cord Socket

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Installation
Hardware Installation
First, follow the instructions below to remove the dome cover.
Then remove the black cover as shown below.
Dome Cover
Tilt Adjustment Screw
Record the MAC address before
installing the camera.
Network Camera
Model No: FD8134V
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
RoHS
V I
MAC:0002D107258A

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With idiot-proof mechanism design and very compact size, this Network Camera is very easy for
user to install in diverse indoor environment.
1.Attach the alignment sticker to the ceiling/wall.
2.Through the two circles on the sticker, drill two pilot holes into the ceiling/wall.
3. The Network Camera can be mounted with the cable routed through the ceiling/wall or from
the side. If you want to feed the cable through the ceiling/wall, drill a cable hole A as shown in
the above picture.
4.Hammer the supplied plastic anchors into the holes.
5.Align the two holes on each side of the camera base with the two plastic anchors on the ceil-
ing/wall, insert the supplied screws to corresponding holes and secure them with a screw-
driver.
6. Buckle the supplied clamp core onto the cable to against the EMI radiation.
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Cable hole
Drill hole
Ceiling Mount
Wall Mount
5 cm
The clamp core should be away
from the device at least 5 cm.

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Network Deployment
Setting up the Network Camera over the Internet
This section explains how to congure the Network Camera to an Internet connection.
1. If you have external devices such as sensors and alarms, make the connection from the
general I/O terminal block.
2. Use the supplied RJ45 female/female coupler to connect the Network Camera to a switch.
Use a Category 5 Cross Cable when Network Camera is directly connected to PC.
3. Connect the power cable from the Network Camera to a power outlet.
There are several ways to set up the Network Camera over the Internet. The rst way is to set
up the Network Camera behind a router. The second way is to utilize a static IP. The third way is
to use PPPoE.
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 10 for
details.
+ : Digital input
- : Digital input
POWER C
OLLIS
ION
LINK
RE
CEIVE
PARTITION
12345
2
3
Ethernet Switch
1

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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
POWER COLLISION
LINK
RECEIVE
PARTITION
12345
Internet
IP address : 192.168.0.3
Subnet mask : 255.255.255.0
Default router : 192.168.0.1
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
■ RTSP port
■ RTP port for video
■ RTCP port for video
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 33 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 on page 33 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 34 for details.

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Set up the Network Camera through Power over Ethernet (PoE) (FD8134V only)
When using a PoE-enabled switch
The Network Camera is PoE-compliant, allowing transmission of power and data via a single
Ethernet cable. Follow the below illustration to connect the Network Camera to a PoE-enabled
switch via Ethernet cable.
When using a non-PoE switch
If your switch/router does not support PoE, use a PoE power injector (optional) to connect
between the Network Camera and a non-PoE switch.
POWER COLLISION
LINK
RECEIVE
PARTITION
12345
PoE Switch
power + data transmission
POWER COLLISION
LINK
RECEIVE
PARTITION
12345
PoE Power Injector
(optional)
Non-PoE Switch

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Software Installation
Installation Wizard 2 (IW2), free-bundled software included on 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 searching, the main installer window will pop up. Click on the MAC and model name
which matches the product label on your device to connect to the Network Camera via
Internet Explorer.
0002D107258A
00-02-D1-07-25-8A 192.168.5.151 FD8134
Installation
Wizard 2
Network Camera
Model No: FD8134V
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
RoHS
V I
MAC:0002D107258A

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Ready to Use
1. Access the Network Camera on the LAN.
2. Retrieve live video through a web browser or recording software.
Adjusting the Lens
Based on the live image retrieved from the camera, adjust the camera lens to the desired
viewing angle:
1.Turn the lens module left and right.
2. Loosen the tilt adjustment screws on both sides of the camera and then turn the lens module
up and down. Upon completion, tighten the screws.
3. Turn the lens to adjust the image orientation.
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Rotate the screw
Turn the lens
1
3
2
Loosen Tighten
Pan 350°
Rotate 350°
FD8133V: Tilt 85°
FD8134V: Tilt 70°

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The sophisticated 3-axis mechanism design offers very exible, easy hardware installation for
either ceiling or wall mount.
Completion
1. Align the inner side of the black cover with the notch on both sides of the lens, x the black
cover.
2.If you choose to the feed the cable through the ceiling/wall, arrange the cable neatly through
the cable hole. If you choose to feed the cable from the side, remove plate B.
3.Attach the dome cover to the camera as the direction shown below. With idiot-proof
mechanism design, the dome cover cannot be attached if the angle does not t. You will hear
a crisp sound when the dome cover is assembled successfully.
4.Finally, make sure all parts of the camera are securely installed.
3-axis Mechanism Design
Pan 350°
Rotate 350°
Tilt Adjustment Screw
DO NOT over rotate the lens.
Doing so will damage the
camera lens module.
1
B3
2
Be aware of
the cable route!
FD8133V: Tilt 85°
FD8134V: Tilt 70°

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Accessing the Network Camera
This chapter explains how to access the Network Camera through web browsers, RTSP players,
3GPP-compatible mobile devices, and VIVOTEK recording software.
Using Web Browsers
Use Installation Wizard 2 (IW2) to access to the Network Cameras on the LAN.
If your network environment is not a LAN, follow these steps to access the Network Camera:
1. Launch your web browser (ex. Microsoft® Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, or Netscape).
2. Enter the IP address of the Network Camera in the address eld. Press Enter.
3. The live video will be displayed in your web browser.
4. If it is the rst time installing the VIVOTEK network camera, an information bar will pop up as
shown below. Follow the instructions to install the required plug-in on your computer.
NOTE
► For Mozilla Firefox or Netscape users, your browser will use Quick Time to stream the live
video. If you do not have Quick Time on your computer, please download it rst, then launch
the web browser.

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► By default, the Network Camera is not password-protected. To prevent unauthorized access,
it is highly recommended to set a password for the Network Camera.
For more information about how to enable password protection, please refer to Security on
page 26.
► If you see a dialog box indicating that your security settings prohibit running ActiveX®
Controls, please enable the ActiveX®Controls for your browser.
1. Choose Tools > Internet Options > Security > Custom Level.
2. Look for Download signed ActiveX®controls; select Enable or Prompt. Click OK.
3. Refresh your web browser, then install the Active X®control. Follow the instructions to
complete installation.

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Using RTSP Players
To view the MPEG-4 streaming media using RTSP players, you can use one of the following
players that support RTSP streaming.
Quick Time Player
Real Player
VLC media player
mpegable Player
pvPlayer
As most ISPs and players only allow RTSP streaming through port number 554, please set the
RTSP port to 554. For more information, please refer to RTSP Streaming on page 45.
For example:
4. The live video will be displayed in your player.
For more information on how to configure the RTSP access name, please refer to RTSP
Streaming on page 45 for details.
rtsp://192.168.5.151:554/live.sdp
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1. Launch the RTSP player.
2. Choose File > Open URL. A URL dialog box will pop up.
3. The address format is rtsp://<ip address>:<rtsp port>/<RTSP streaming access name for
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Using 3GPP-compatible Mobile Devices
To view the streaming media through 3GPP-compatible mobile devices, make sure the Network
Camera can be accessed over the Internet. For more information on how to set up the Network
Camera over the Internet, please refer to Setup the Network Camera over the Internet on page 7.
To utilize this feature, please check the following settings on your Network Camera:
1. Because most players on 3GPP mobile phones do not support RTSP authentication, make
sure the authentication mode of RTSP streaming is set to disable.
For more information, please refer to RTSP Streaming on page 45.
2. As the the bandwidth on 3G networks is limited, you will not be able to use a large video size.
Please set the video streaming parameters as listed below.
For more information, please refer to Viewing Window on page 57.
Video Mode MPEG-4
Frame size 176 x 144
Maximum frame rate 5 fps
Intra frame period 1S
Video quality (Constant bit rate) 40kbps
3. As most ISPs and players only allow RTSP streaming through port number 554, please set
the RTSP port to 554. For more information, please refer to RTSP Streaming on page 45.
4. Launch the player on the 3GPP-compatible mobile devices (ex. Real Player).
5. Type the following URL commands into the player.
The address format is rtsp://<public ip address of your camera>:<rtsp port>/<RTSP streaming
access name for stream 3>.
For example:
rtsp://192.168.5.151:554/live.sdp

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Using VIVOTEK Recording Software
The product software CD also contains recording software, allowing simultaneous monitoring
and video recording for multiple Network Cameras. Please install the recording software; then
launch the program to add the Network Camera to the Channel list. For detailed information
about how to use the recording software, please refer to the user’s manual of the software or
download it from http://www.vivotek.com.

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Main Page
This chapter explains the layout of the main page. It is composed of the following sections:
VIVOTEK INC. Logo, Host Name, Camera Control Area, Configuration Area, Menu, and Live
Video Window.
VIVOTEK INC. Logo
Click this logo to visit the VIVOTEK website.
Host Name
The host name can be customized to t your needs. For more information, please refer to System on page
24.
Camera Control Area
Video Stream: This Network Camera supports multiple streams (stream 1 ~ 4) simultaneously. You can
select either one for live viewing. For more information about multiple streams, please refer to page 57
for detailed information.
Conguration Area
Client Settings: Click this button to access the client setting page. For more information, please refer to
Client Settings on page 21.
Conguration: Click this button to access the conguration page of the Network Camera. It is suggested
that a password be applied to the Network Camera so that only the administrator can configure the
Network Camera. For more information, please refer to Conguration on page 23.
Language: Click this button to choose a language for the user interface. Language options are available
in: English, Deutsch, Español, Français, Italiano, 日本語 , Português, 簡体中文 , and 繁體中文 .
Live View Window
VIVOTEK INC. Logo
Configuration Area
Host Name
Camera Control Area

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Live Video Window
■ The following window is displayed when the video mode is set to H.264 / MPEG-4:
Video Title: The video title can be congured. For more information, please refer to Video Settings on
page 52.
H.264 / MPEG-4 Protocol and Media Options: The transmission protocol and media options for H.264 /
MPEG-4 video streaming. For further conguration, please refer to Client Settings on page 21.
Time: Display the current time. For further conguration, please refer to Video Settings on page 52.
Title and Time: The video title and time can be stamped on the streaming video. For further conguration,
please refer to Video Settings on page 52.
Video Control Buttons: Depending on the Network Camera model and Network Camera conguration,
some buttons may not be available.
Snapshot: Click this button to capture and save still images. The captured images will be displayed
in a pop-up window. Right-click the image and choose Save Picture As to save it in JPEG (*.jpg) or BMP
(*.bmp) format.
Digital Zoom: Click and uncheck “Disable digital zoom” to enable the zoom operation. The navigation
screen indicates the part of the image being magnied. To control the zoom level, drag the slider bar. To
move to a different area you want to magnify, drag the navigation screen.
Pause: Pause the transmission of the streaming media. The button becomes the Resume button
after clicking the Pause button.
Stop: Stop the transmission of the streaming media. Click the Resume button to continue
transmission.
Start MP4 Recording: Click this button to record video clips in MP4 file format to your computer.
Press the Stop MP4 Recording button to end recording. When you exit the web browser, video
recording stops accordingly. To specify the storage destination and le name, please refer to MP4 Saving
Options on page 22 for details.
Time
MPEG-4 Protocol and Media Options
Video Title Video 13:44:17 2011/01/01
Video Control Buttons
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Full Screen: Click this button to switch to full screen mode. Press the “Esc” key to switch back to normal
mode.
■ The following window is displayed when the video mode is set to MJPEG:
Video Title: The video title can be congured. For more information, please refer to Video Settings on
page 52.
Time: Display the current time. For more information, please refer to
Video Settings on page 52.
Title and Time: Video title and time can be stamped on the streaming video. For more information, please
refer to Video Settings on page 52.
Video Control Buttons: Depending on the Network Camera model and Network Camera conguration,
some buttons may not be available.
Snapshot: Click this button to capture and save still images. The captured images will be displayed
in a pop-up window. Right-click the image and choose Save Picture As to save it in JPEG (*.jpg) or BMP
(*.bmp) format.
Digital Zoom: Click and uncheck “Disable digital zoom” to enable the zoom operation. The navigation
screen indicates the part of the image being magnied. To control the zoom level, drag the slider bar. To
move to a different area you want to magnify, drag the navigation screen.
Start MP4 Recording: Click this button to record video clips in MP4 file format to your computer.
Press the Stop MP4 Recording button to end recording. When you exit the web browser, video
recording stops accordingly. To specify the storage destination and le name, please refer to MP4 Saving
Options on page 22 for details.
Full Screen: Click this button to switch to full screen mode. Press the “Esc” key to switch back to
normal mode.
Time
Video Control Buttons
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