Vivotek IP8332-C User manual

User’s Manual
IP8332-C Bullet
Network Camera
Outdoor • Day & Night • Weather-proof • Cable Management
Rev. 1.0

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Table of Contents
Overview.......................................................................................................................................................3
Read Before Use.....................................................................................................................................3
Package Contents ...................................................................................................................................3
Revision History ......................................................................................................................................3
Symbols and Statements in this Document.............................................................................................3
Physical Description ................................................................................................................................4
Installation ....................................................................................................................................................7
Hardware Installation...............................................................................................................................7
Network Deployment .............................................................................................................................10
Software Installation ..............................................................................................................................13
Ready to Use.........................................................................................................................................14
Secure the Shooting Angle....................................................................................................................15
Accessing the Network Camera .................................................................................................................16
Using Web Browsers.............................................................................................................................16
Using RTSP Players..............................................................................................................................19
Using 3GPP-compatible Mobile Devices...............................................................................................20
Using VIVOTEK Recording Software ....................................................................................................21
Main Page ..................................................................................................................................................22
Client Settings ............................................................................................................................................25
Conguration ..............................................................................................................................................27
System ..................................................................................................................................................28
Security .................................................................................................................................................30
HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL) ...................................................................................31
SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) ..................................................................................39
Network .................................................................................................................................................40
DDNS ....................................................................................................................................................54
Access List ...........................................................................................................................................56
Video .....................................................................................................................................................59
Motion Detection ...................................................................................................................................69
Camera Tampering Detection ...............................................................................................................72
Camera Control .....................................................................................................................................73
Homepage Layout ................................................................................................................................76
Application ............................................................................................................................................79
Recording .............................................................................................................................................92
Local Storage .......................................................................................................................................96
System Log ........................................................................................................................................100
View Parameters ................................................................................................................................101
Maintenance........................................................................................................................................102
Appendix ..................................................................................................................................................106
URL Commands for the Network Camera...........................................................................................106
Technical Specications ......................................................................................................................156
Technology License Notice..................................................................................................................157
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)..................................................................................................158

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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
■ IP8332-C
■ Alignment Sticker
■ L-type Hex Key Wrench / Desiccant Bag / Screws / RJ45 Female/Female Coupler /Waterproof
Connector
■ Ball Swivel Mount Bracket
■ Quick Installation Guide / Warranty Card
■ Software CD
Revision History
■ Rev. 1.0: Initial release.
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.

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Physical Description
Front Panel
Back Panel
Connectors
IR LEDs
Lens
Light Sensor
Reset Button
MicroSD/SDHC
Card Slot
Ethernet 10/100 RJ45 Plug
Power Cord Socket (Black)
General I/O Terminal Block

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General I/O Terminal Block
This Network Camera provides a general I/O terminal block which is used to connect external
input devices. The pin denitions are described below.
DI Diagram
Please refer to the following illustration for the connection method.
MicroSD/SDHC Card Capacity
This network camera is compliant with MicroSD/SDHC 32GB and other preceding standard SD
cards.
GND
DI
AC24V
AC24V
Pin Name
GND Ground
DI Digital Iutput
AC24V 24V
AC24V 24V
+12V
Digital input
PIN 2
Ground
PIN 1

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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 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.
Reset Button

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Installation
Hardware Installation
If you prefer installing a MicroSD card as onboard storage:
1. Loosen the waterproof connector, and then remove the rubber seal, and the waterproof
connector.
2. Loosen and open the rear cover.
3. Install a MicroSD/SDHC card.
4. Tear down the aluminum foil vacuum bag and take out the dessicant bag. Attach the supplied
desiccant bag to the inner side of the Network Camera. (Please replace the dessicant bag
with a new one every time you open the rear cover.)
5. Make sure all cable lines are securely connected.
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Silica gel
1
2
4
M
icro
SD
IMPORTANT:
Although the camera and the cable gland on the camera's end are waterproof, the cable
molding at the other end is not waterproof.
Measures should be taken to prevent water from leaking in through the cable-end molding,
such as the use of expanding foam sealant, putties, and so on. Note that the cable gland on the
camera should also be securely fastened to attain its waterproof functionality.
Cable Gland
Waterproof Not Waterproof
Cable Molding

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5. Tighten the rear cover, rubber seal and waterproof connector.
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6. Pass the cables through the center of the ball swivel mount bracket, one at a time.
7. Fasten the bracket to the camera using 3 hex socket screws.
8. Loosen the fastening ring on the mount bracket, and aim the camera at the area of your
interest. When done, tighten the fastening ring.
Fastening ring
75º Tilt
360º Pan
NOTE:
The camera weighs up to 1.28 kgs.
Make sure the mounting surface can
support this camera.

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9. Secure the Network Camera to a wall or ceiling.
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Ceiling Mount
Wall Mount

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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 13 for
details.
GND: Ground
DI: Digital Input
AC24V: 24V
AC24V: 24V
GND
DI
AC24V
AC24V
POWER C
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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: default is 80
■ RTSP port: default is 554
■ RTP port for audio: default is 5558
■ RTCP port for audio: default is 5559
■ 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 documentation.
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 37 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 37 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 38 for details.

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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 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.
PoE Switch
power + data transmission
POWER C
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PARTITION
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POWER C
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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 VIVOTEK Video Receivers, Video Servers or Network Cameras
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.
0002D1730202
00-02-D1-73-02-02 192.168.5.151 IP8332-C
Network Camera
Model No: IP8332-C
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
MAC:0002D1733012

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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.

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Secure the Shooting Angle
When you are done with tuning the eld of view and obtain a satisfactory image, tighten the
fastening ring and the 3 small hex screws on the ball-swivel bracket.
Orient the camera so that the protruding edge of its sunshield is positioned against the direction
of direct sunlight.
NOTE:
Protruding edge

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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 (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 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.
NOTE:

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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 30.
► 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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• 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
IMPORTANT:

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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 49.
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 49 for details.
rtsp://192.168.5.151:554/live.sdp
Video 16:38:01 2010/01/13
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
10.
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 49.
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 and audio streaming parameters as listed below.
For more information, please refer to Viewing Window on page 61.
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 49.
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