Vivotek FE8174 User manual

User’s Manual
FE8174 Fixed Dome
Network Camera
5MP • 360º Surround View • WDR Enhanced
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
Physical Description ........................................................................................................................................ 6
Hardware Installation....................................................................................................................................... 9
Network Deployment .......................................................................................................................................... 13
Setting up the Network Camera over the Internet ......................................................................................... 13
Software Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 17
Ready to Use................................................................................................................................................. 18
Accessing the Network Camera ......................................................................................................................... 19
Using Web Browsers..................................................................................................................................... 19
Using RTSP Players...................................................................................................................................... 22
Using 3GPP-compatible Mobile Devices....................................................................................................... 23
Using VIVOTEK Recording Software ............................................................................................................ 24
Main Page ..........................................................................................................................................................25
Client Settings ....................................................................................................................................................37
H.264 / MPEG-4 Media Options ................................................................................................................... 37
H.264 / MPEG-4 Protocol Options ............................................................................................................... 37
Two way audio .............................................................................................................................................. 38
MP4 Saving Options ..................................................................................................................................... 38
Local Streaming Buffer Time ........................................................................................................................ 38
Conguration ......................................................................................................................................................39
System > General settings ............................................................................................................................ 40
System > Homepage layout ......................................................................................................................... 41
System > Logs ..............................................................................................................................................44
System > Parameters ................................................................................................................................... 45
System > Maintenance.................................................................................................................................. 46
Media > Image ............................................................................................................................................50
General settings .......................................................................................................................................... 50
Day/Night Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 51
Image settings .............................................................................................................................................. 52
Exposure ....................................................................................................................................................55
Privacy mask ............................................................................................................................................. 58
Pixel Calculator ......................................................................................................................................... 59
Media > Video ............................................................................................................................................... 60
FOV ............................................................................................................................................................ 60
Media > Video ............................................................................................................................................... 61
Stream settings .........................................................................................................................................61

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Media > Audio....................................................................................................................................................... 66
Audio Settings ..................................................................................................................................................... 66
Network > General settings.................................................................................................................................. 67
Network > Streaming protocols .......................................................................................................................... 75
Network > QoS (Quality of Service) .................................................................................................................. 80
Network > DDNS ................................................................................................................................................ 82
Manual setup ....................................................................................................................................................... 83
Network > SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) ........................................................................ 85
Security > User Account....................................................................................................................................... 86
Security > HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL) ....................................................................... 87
Security > Access List ........................................................................................................................................ 94
Security > IEEE 802.1x .................................................................................................................................... 97
PTZ > PTZ settings ............................................................................................................................................. 99
Changing the Field of View ................................................................................................................................. 99
Event > Event settings ....................................................................................................................................... 101
Event ..................................................................................................................................................................... 101
Add server ......................................................................................................................................................... 105
Add media ......................................................................................................................................................... 109
Applications > Motion detection.......................................................................................................................... 115
Applications > DI and DO ................................................................................................................................. 118
Applications > Tampering detection ................................................................................................................... 118
Applications > Audio detection ......................................................................................................................... 119
Applications > VADP (VIVOTEK Application Development Platform) ............................................................... 121
Recording > Recording settings ........................................................................................................................ 123
Local storage > SD card management............................................................................................................... 128
SD card staus .................................................................................................................................................... 128
SD card control .................................................................................................................................................. 128
Local storage > Content management ............................................................................................................... 129
Searching and Viewing the Records ................................................................................................................. 129
Search Results .................................................................................................................................................. 130
Appendix ................................................................................................................................................................. 132
URL Commands for the Network Camera.......................................................................................................... 132
1. Overview ............................................................................................................................................................. 132
2. Style Convention ................................................................................................................................................ 132
Technical Specications ..................................................................................................................................... 208
Technology License Notice................................................................................................................................. 209
MPEG-4 AAC Technology ................................................................................................................................. 209
MPEG-4 Visual Technology ............................................................................................................................... 209
AMR-NB Standard ............................................................................................................................................. 209
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)................................................................................................................. 210

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Overview
VIVOTEK FE8174 is the latest sheye xed dome network camera from VIVOTEK, featuring a
detailed 3-Megapixel resolution sensor with superb image quality. Equipped with a sheye lens
for 180° panoramic view (wall mount) or 360° surround view (ceiling/oor/table mount) without
blind spots, the camera is able to provide coverage of wide, open indoor areas, such as airports,
shopping malls, train stations, retail stores, ofces and more.
The FE8174 offers various display layouts, including original surround view, panoramic view,
and regional view for various mounting applications. With the latest cutting-edge image process-
ing capabilities, hemispherical images captured from the sheye camera can be converted into
conventional rectilinear projection for viewing and analysis. In addition, in both the panoramic as
well as regional viewing modes, users can utilize the ultra-smooth ePTZ function to easily zoom
in and focus on a region of interest (ROI). The new cutting-edge pixel calculator function helps
the user to ensure the image quality of a desired area.
As with all VIVOTEK true day/night cameras, the FE8174 features a removable IR-cut lter,
maintaining clear images 24 hours a day. Together with 802.3af compliant PoE, MicroSD/SDHC/
SDXC card slot for on-board storage, and iViewer app support, the FE8174 is indisputably the
top choice for constructing a robust surveillance system with the greatest coverage possible.
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 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
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.
■ FE8174 - the Network Camera
■ Alignment Sticker
■ Screws / Anchors / Cable Ties
■ Power & I/O Cables
■ Quick Installation Guide / Warranty Card
■ Software CD

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Physical Description
Inner View
Header (J7)
Spring Contacts (A)
Lens
Contacts for Internal Microphone (B)
Header (J6)
Ethernet 10/100 RJ45 Socket
MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC Card Slot
Reset Button
Status LEDs
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Outer View
IMPORTANT:
Record the MAC address under the
camera base before installing the camera.
Item LED Status Description
1 Steady Red Power on and system booting
Red LED off Powered off
2Steady 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
Built-in Microphone
Dome Cover
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DI/DO Diagram
Please refer to the following illustration for the connection method.
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, press the reset button longer to 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 for at least several seconds to restore. Note
that all settings will be restored to factory defaults.
Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC Card Capacity
This network camera is compliant with Micro SD/SDHC 32GB, 64GB, and other preceding
standard SD cards.
GND
Camera Power
Input
Output
+12
VDC
Max.
VDC
Switch
BJT transistor
GND
Camera Power
Input
Output
+12
VDC
VDC
Switch
BJT transistor
Relay Relay
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First, open the dome cover by pressing the release button. You may squeeze the opposite edge
of the dome cover if the dome cover does not come off easily. Then, follow the steps below to in-
stall the camera to either a ceiling or a wall.
Hardware Installation
Opening Dome Cover
Release
button
If you plan to route cables from the side of camera,
remove the rubber slide cover from the dome cover.
Slide cover
Connect the supplied power & IO cables if your
switch does not support PoE. Connect the white
header connectors to J6 and J7 on the camera.
Connecting Ethernet Cable
& the Power and IO Cable
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Connecting Cables
If you need to route cables through the side opening, proceed with the following:
1. Connect the Ethernet and the Power & IO cables. The Ethernet cable is user-supplied.
2.Use an included cable tie to secure the Ethernet and IO cable to the base plate. Insert the ca-
ble tie through the vertical mounting tab located on the edge of the cabling cutout.
3. Make a clearance between cables and the vertical mounting tab. Arrange the cables neatly to
avoid getting in the way when the dome cover is attached.
4.Cut the extra length from the cable tie.
If you route cables through a drill hole
on a wall/ceiling, simply route cables
through the cabling cutout.
Mounting Positions
Refer to the diagram on the right for the
mounting hole positions and the dimen-
sions of the base plate.
Ethernet
Power & IO Cable
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Ceiling or Wall Mount
1. Attach the supplied alignment sticker for the camera base to the a ceiling or wall.
2. Using the circles on the sticker, drill pilot holes into the ceiling. Then hammer the supplied
plastic anchors into the holes.
3. (Optional) Drill a cable hole on the ceiling/wall, and feed the cables through the hole.
4.Secure the camera base to the ceiling/wall with the supplied screws.
Arrange the cables neatly to avoid getting in the way
when the dome cover is attached.
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You may also install the camera to a U.S. standard 4 in. junction
box. You can align the camera’s curved slots with the mounting
holes on a junction box. Use diagonal mounting positions on the
camera to match those on a junction box.
Install the plastic dome cover by aligning the snap-
t tabs on the dome cover with the slotted tabs on the
camera base. Install the dome cover by pressing it even-
ly to the camera base.
Make sure the dome cover and the base plate are ush-
aligned before pressing down. The dome cover is se-
cured using a snap-t mechanism.
NOTE:
Attach the Dome Cover
Snap-t tabs
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Network Deployment
Setting up the Network Camera over the Internet
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 enabling the access to 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 17 for
details.
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.
■ Secondary HTTP port: 8080
■ RTSP port: 554
■ RTP port for audio: 5558
■ RTCP port for audio: 5559
■ RTP port for video: 5556
■ RTCP port for video: 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 67 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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For example, your router and IP settings may look like this:
Device IP Address: internal
port
IP Address: External Port (Mapped port on the
router)
Public IP of router 122.146.57.120
LAN IP of router 192.168.2.1
Camera 1 192.168.2.10:80 122.146.57.120:8000
Camera 2 192.168.2.11:80 122.146.57.120:8001
... ... ...
Congure the router, virtual server or rewall, so that the router can forward any data coming
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
as follows: http://122.146.57.120:8000
If you change the port numbers on the Network conguration page, please open the ports ac-
cordingly 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 for-
warding feature as an NAT traversal function with the precondition that your router must support
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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 conguration on page 67 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 88 for details.
Set up the Network Camera through Power over Ethernet (PoE)
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 an 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.
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.
PoE Switch
Power + Data Transmission
Non-PoE Switch
PoE Power Injector
(optional)
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General Connection (without PoE)
1. If you have external DI devices, make the connection from general I/O terminal block.
2. Ethernet, power and IO cables are user-supplied.
3. Connect DC power cord to a DC Adapter, and then to a power outlet.
General I/O Terminal Block
Power Cord Socket (Black)
Microphone In (Pink)
Audio Out (Green)
+3V3 : Power, 3.3V DC
D O : Digital Output
D I : Digital Input
G N D : Ground
2
Ethernet
Switch
1
NOTE:
The power adapter should comply with L.P.S.
regulations featuring O/P: 12V DC, 1.5A min.
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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 a brief search, the main installer window will pop up. Double-click on the MAC address
that matches the one printed on the camera label or the S/N number on the package box label
to open a browser management session with the Network Camera.
Installation
Wizard 2
IW
2
Network Camera
Model No: FE8174
MAC: 0002D1083236
Pat. 6,930,709
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.
Made in Taiwan
0002D1083236
00-02-D1-08-32-36 192.168.5.109 FE8174

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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.
NOTE:
If you encounter problems with displaying live view or the onscreen plug-in control, you may try
to remove the plug-ins that might have been installed on your computer. Remove the following
folder: C:\Program Files (x86)\Camera Stream Controller\.

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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 Netwotk Camera:
1. Launch your web browser (e.g., 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 prompt as
shown below. Follow the instructions to install the required plug-in on your computer.
• Currently the Network Camera utilizes 32-bit ActiveX plugin. You CAN NOT open a
management/view session with the camera using a 64-bit IE browser.
• If you encounter this problem, try execute the Iexplore.exe program from C:\Windows\
SysWOW64. A 32-bit version of IE browser will be installed.
• On Windows 7, the 32-bit explorer browser can be accessed from here: C:\Program Files
(x86)\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe
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NOTE:
For Mozilla Firefox users, your browser will use Quick Time to stream live video. If you do not
have Quick Time on your computer, please download Quick Time from Apple Inc's website, and
then launch your web browser.
• The onscreen Java control can malfunction under the following situations:
A PC connects to different cameras that are using the same IP address (or the same camera
running different rmware versions). Removing your browser cookies will solve this problem.
• In the event of plug-in compatibility issues, you may try to uninstall the plug-in that was previ-
ously installed.
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