Vivotek FD8138-H User manual

User’s Manual
Fixed Dome
Network Camera
1MP • 30M IR • Smart IR • Smart Stream • 3DNR • P-iris
1MP • 30M IR • IP66 • Smart IR • Smart Stream• 3DNR • P-iris
FD8138-H, FD8338-HV
Rev. 1.0

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Table of Contents
Overview.......................................................................................................................................................... 4
Revision History .............................................................................................................................................4
Read Before Use............................................................................................................................................5
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................................................5
Symbols and Statements in this Document....................................................................................................5
Installation (FD8138-H) ..................................................................................................................................8
Installation (FD8338-HV)..............................................................................................................................12
Network Deployment ....................................................................................................................................19
Software Installation .....................................................................................................................................23
Ready to Use................................................................................................................................................24
Accessing the Network Camera.............................................................................................................25
Using Web Browsers....................................................................................................................................25
Using RTSP Players.....................................................................................................................................28
Using 3GPP-compatible Mobile Devices......................................................................................................29
Using VIVOTEK Recording Software ...........................................................................................................30
Main Page.....................................................................................................................................................31
Client Settings..............................................................................................................................................36
Conguration................................................................................................................................................41
System > General settings ...........................................................................................................................42
System > Homepage layout ........................................................................................................................43
System > Logs .............................................................................................................................................46
System > Parameters ..................................................................................................................................47
System > Maintenance.................................................................................................................................48
Media > Image ...........................................................................................................................................52
Media > Video ...........................................................................................................................................59
Media > Video ..............................................................................................................................................61
Media > Audio...............................................................................................................................................68
Network > General settings..........................................................................................................................69
Network > Streaming protocols ..................................................................................................................77
Network > SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol).........................................................................86
Security > User Account...............................................................................................................................87
Security > HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL) ...............................................................88
Security > Access List ................................................................................................................................93
PTZ > PTZ settings ......................................................................................................................................98
Event > Event settings................................................................................................................................102
Applications > Motion detection..................................................................................................................117
Applications > DI and DO...........................................................................................................................120
Applications > Tampering detection ...........................................................................................................120
Applications > Audio detection .................................................................................................................121
Applications > VADP (VIVOTEK Application Development Platform) .......................................................123
PIR .............................................................................................................................................................125
Recording > Recording settings ................................................................................................................126
Local storage > SD card management.......................................................................................................131
Local storage > Content management .......................................................................................................132

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Appendix ..................................................................................................................................................135
URL Commands for the Network Camera................................................................................................ 135
Technical Specications ...........................................................................................................................322
Technology License Notice.......................................................................................................................324
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)....................................................................................................... 325

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Overview
VIVOTEK FD8138-H is a stylish, indoor-style network camera designed for diverse indoor
applications. Equipped with a 1MP sensor enabling viewing resolution of 1280x800 at a smooth
30 fps, the camera is an all-in-one indoor camera capable of capturing high quality and high
resolution video up to 1 Megapixel, even in low light environment. Providing such a polished
image quality, the camera is also designed with VIVOTEK Smart Stream, 3DNR to save notable
bandwidth for users.
To emphasize the image quality, the camera also comes with a P-iris lens, which controls the
iris with extreme precision with its built-in stepper motor. By using software controls, the lens
maintains the iris opening at an optimal level at all times, resulting in superior sharpness and
depth of eld as well as image quality.
VIVOTEK FD8338-HV is a robust, outdoor-style network camera designed for diverse outdoor
applications. Equipped with a 1MP sensor enabling viewing resolution of 1280x800 at a smooth
30 fps, the camera is an all-in-one outdoor camera capable of capturing high quality and high
resolution video up to 1 Megapixel, even in low light environment. Providing such a polished
image quality, the camera is also designed with VIVOTEK Smart Stream, 3DNR to save notable
bandwidth for users.
To meet outdoor applications, the camera is also designed with IP66-rated housing to help the
camera body withstand rain and dust and high pressure water jets from any direction while its
IK10-rated housing can provide the protection against the vandal act and impact.
Revision History
■ Rev. 1.0: Initial release.

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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
■ FD8138-H, FD8338-HV
■ Alignment sticker
■ Stardriver / Desiccant bag / Double-sided tape (8338)
■ Screws
■ Software CD
■ Quick Installation Guide
■ Waterproof Connector & bushing (8338)
Symbols and Statements in this Document
i
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.

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DI/DO Diagram
Please refer to the following illustration for the connection method.
DI-
DO+
DI+
DO-
+12
VDC
Max.
VDC
Switch
BJT transistor
DI-
DO+
DI+
DO-
+12
VDC
VDC
Switch
BJT transistor
Relay Relay
AC
Source
NO NC
AC
Device
AC
Source
AC
Device
NO NC
NOTE:
The maximum output load from the Digital Output pins is 50mA.

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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 and release the recessed reset button with a straightened paper clip. 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.
Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC Card Capacity
This network camera is compliant with Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC 8/16/32/64GB and other
preceding standard SD cards.
Reset Button
LED Denitions
Item LED Status Description
1 Steady Red Power on and system booting
Red LED off Powered off
2 Steady Red + blinking Green every 1 sec. (Green
LED on for 1 sec and off for another)
Network heartbeat
Steady Red + Green LED off Network disconnected
3Blinking Red every 0.15 sec. + Blinking Green
every 1 sec. (Red LED on for 0.15 sec. and Green
LED on for 1 sec. and off for another)
Upgrading rmware
4Blinking Red every 0.15 sec. + blinking Green
every 0.15 sec
Restoring defaults

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Installation (FD8138-H)
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FD8138-H
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1. Jot down the MAC address of the camera for later reference.
2. Press the release button on the side to remove the top cover.
2
3
3. Attach the alignment sticker to wall,
and drill holes on it. Fasten 3 screws
half-way into the wall.

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4. You may drill a cabling hole for routing the cables. You can then hang the camera to the
screws by passing them through the key slot holes.
77.3°
121°
5M
5M
Consider the effective range and the shooting angles of the PIR when determining the
mounting position of the camera.
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5. If preferred, connect the DI/DO wires to the terminal blocks.
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5
# Name
1 N/C
2 N/C
3 Audio_out-
4 Audio_out+
5 DI-
6 DI+
7 DO-
8 DO+
9 12V DC-_IN
10 12V DC+_IN
6. Turn the lens moudle around for the best shooting angle.
12
3
6
350°
350°
60°

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7-1. Install the "Installation Wizard 2."
7-2. The program will search for VIVOTEK Video Receivers, Video Servers or Network
Cameras on the same LAN.
7-3. Double-click on the camera's MAC address to open a browser management session
with the camera.
7-4. With a live image, use the zoom and focus pullers to tune for a best image.
7. Assigning an IP Address
8. Align the release button with the vertical tab, and attach the top cover.
2
8
0002D1730202
00-02-D1-73-02-02 192.168.5.151 FD8168
IW2
Browser
LAN

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Installation (FD8338-HV)
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FD8138-H
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1. Jot down the MAC address of the camera for later reference.
2
2. Use the included stardriver to loosen the anti-tamper screws, and open the dome cover.

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3
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O
g
B
b
G
br
BR
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
o: white/orange stripe
O: orange solid
g: white/green stripe
B: blue solid
b: white/blue stripe
G: green solid
br: white/brown stripe
BR: brown solid
4
5
6
5~6.3mm
DI/DO: 1.8~2.1mm
3. Remove the waterproof connectors.
4. Pass cables through the rubber seal and cable gland.
5. Strip part of the cable.
6. Use a crimping tool to attach the wires to an RJ45 connector.
The supported cable diameters are shown below.

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7
# Name
1 Audio_MIC_N
2 EXT_MIC_P
3 Audio_out-
4 Audio_out+
5 DI-
6 DI+
7 DO-
8 DO+
9 12V DC-_IN
10 12V DC+_IN
7. If preferred, connect the DI/DO wires to the terminal block.
A
8
8. Attach the alignment sticker to wall, and drill holes on it. You may drill a cabling hole for
routing the cables.

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9
9. Fasten 3 screws half-way into the wall. You can then hang the camera to the screws by
passing them through the key slot holes.

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3/4"
10. If you prefer using a conduit for routing cables, you can attach the side bushing to the
cabling indent of the camera. You can use two screws to secure the side bushing.
Ø< 35mm
≤3/4”
Use a 3/4" conduit with the camera. Make sure the diameters of the cable gland
components are not larger than 35mm.

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11
350°
350° 60°
11. Turn the lens moudle around for the best shooting angle.
0002D1730202
00-02-D1-73-02-02 192.168.5.151 FD8168
IW2
Browser
LAN
12-1. Install the "Installation Wizard 2."
12-2. The program will search for VIVOTEK Video Receivers, Video Servers or Network
Cameras on the same LAN.
12-3. Double-click on the camera's MAC address to open a browser management session
with the camera.
12-4. With a live image, use the zoom and focus pullers to tune for a best image.
12. Assigning an IP Address

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13. Attach the top cover and secure the anti-tamper screws.
NOTE:
For the outdoor models:
You will find a desiccant bag attached to the dome cover. Replace the desiccant bag
included in the camera with the one in the accessory bag.

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Network Deployment
General Connection (without PoE)
POWER C
OLLIS
ION
LINK
RE
CEIVE
PARTITION
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1.Connect RJ45 Ethernet cable to a switch. 2.Connect the AC cables from the terminal
block as an alternate power source. The IO
cables are user-supplied.
Ethernet
Non-PoE Switch
DC 12V±10%
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
POWER COLLISION
LINK
RECEIVE
PARTITION
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PoE Switch
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.
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.

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POWER COLLISION
LINK
RECEIVE
PARTITION
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When using a non-PoE switch
Use a PoE power injector (optional) to connect between the Network Camera and a
non-PoE switch.
PoE Power
Injector
(optional)
Non-PoE Switch