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Pentax VersaCam IC-360 User Manual

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VersaCam IC-360 Manual Version 1.4
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* This manual is for VersaCam IC-360 Firmware version 1.2.1. If you have later version of
firmware, please download the last updated user's guide from Pentax's website
(http://www.pentaxtech.com).
Pentax Technologies Corp.
IC-360 User's Guide
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System Requirements
Network Access For a VersaCam IC-360
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Network: 10 Base-T LAN
(Leased line, xDSL, Cable Modem, ISDN)
PC Access to a VersaCam IC-360
result in frame rates of 2-to-15 fps – other system
configurations will result in other frame rates)
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Processor: Pentium II and above
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RAM: Minimum 64MB
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OS:
Windows
Linux
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Screen Resolution: 1024 X 768 pixels and above
(standard VGA)
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  • Page 1 VersaCam IC-360 Manual Version 1.4 VersaCam * This manual is for VersaCam IC-360 Firmware version 1.2.1. If you have later version of firmware, please download the last updated user’s guide from Pentax’s website (http://www.pentaxtech.com). Network Access For a VersaCam IC-360 •...
  • Page 2 ©2002 Pentax Technologies Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA. Specifications subject to change without notice. P/N 205255-551 Pentax is a registered trademark of Asahi Optical Co., Ltd. VersaCam is a registered trademark of the Asahi Optical Co., Ltd. Windows is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation.

  • Page 3: Fcc Compliance Statement

    FCC Compliance Statement Caution : Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the Pentax could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environmental.
  • Page 4 Important Notice 1. The VersaCam IC-360 is for indoor use. Note that the CCD (charged coupled device) inside the product can be damaged permanently if the camera lens is exposed to direct sunlight. If your application demands prolonged exposure to sunlight, you should consider equipping it with a sun visor.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    IV. Assigning IP Address and Configuring the Administrator’s Data ... 7 A. Connecting a VersaCam IC Series to a PC ...8 1) Connecting a VersaCam IC-360 to the Internet or a LAN...8 2) Connecting a VersaCam IC Series to a PC..8 B.
  • Page 6 Appendix 4 - Updating VersaCam IC-360 Firmware ... 55 Appendix 5 - VersaCam IC-360 Physical Installation Guide ... 57 Appendix 6 - VersaCam IC-360 Power Supply Installation Guide ... 59 Appendix 7 - VersaCam IC-360 External Device Connection Information ... 61 ...41...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    VersaCams fit in a wide range of applications to monitor places and objects. Common applications are: construction areas, important equipment, banks, hospitals, amusement parks, highways, and child care centers. Using a VersaCam IC-360, you can conveniently monitor any place thorough web browsers from remote sites.
  • Page 8 Embedded Linux Operating System – VersaCam IC Series adopts cutting-edge technologies of digital image processing & networking. Since VersaCam IC Series consists of a high performance CPU (32-bit RISC), running embedded Linux, it allows up to 100 users to be connected to a VersaCam IC Series simultaneously. VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 9: Product Descriptions

    Lens Manual Ethernet standard (straight-through) Cable Ethernet Crossover Cable Bracket & Safety Wire Setup Disk (CD) B. VersaCam IC-360 Overview and Description RS-232 for Audio Device (Optional) Power Supply Description Web Camera Server 100-250VAC, 0.5A, 50/60 Hz 12VDC, 3.5A Output Optical 16x: 3.9mm ~ 62.4mm...

  • Page 10: Descriptions Of Rear Ports (Rs-232 And Digital Input)

    & . Typical: 16mA S2+, S2- . Maximum: 20mA (Maximum Rating: 60mA) - Pulse time . Minimum: 200msec - Internal resistor: 330 ohm To connect VersaCam IC Series to an Audio Device. RS-232: Description Description Remarks VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 11: Description Of Leds

    • After being on for one second, both LEDs blink 6 times rapidly. Then the network status LED stays on and the Data LED stays off. Re-installing the firmware can solve this problem. Contact Customer Support for assistance. Malfunction Indications VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 12: Versacam Ic Series Installation Summary, Connection, & Placement

    Connect the Power Supply to your VersaCam IC-360. Status LED blinks • Install the setup program for the VersaCam IC-360 on a PC on your local network. • Assign an IP address to the VersaCam IC-360 and configure the administrator’s data.

  • Page 13: Assigning Ip Address And Configuring The Administrator's Data

    VersaCam and a PC. 10-Base T This describes the speed and cabling used to make 10-Megabit/second Ethernet connections. The camera cannot be directly connected to a network that allows only 100-Base T connections. * Important * Terminology VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 14: Connecting A Versacam Ic Series To A Pc

    You may use a standard Ethernet cable (white colored connectors) to connect a VersaCam IC-360 to the Internet or a LAN. With this connection, a remote user may not access a VersaCam IC-360 before the local user configures their network settings.
  • Page 15 - If it is impossible to assign an IP address with the setup program, try assigning it with the DOS ARP command. • With an ARP command - Assemble and place the VersaCam. - Assign an IP address using the DOS ARP command on a local network. VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 16: Assigning An Ip Address And Configuring Administrator's Data With The Setup Program

    When you click ‘Start Configuration’ button, the Setup program automatically connects you to the Admin page of VersaCam Homepage. (For more detailed information, refer to Chapter VI ‘Configuring Administrator’s Data at the Homepage’) ‘Admin’s VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 17: Assigning An Ip Address With The Arp Command

    Minimum = 1ms, Maximum = 2ms, Average = 1ms If you don’t receive the reply by using the 'ping' command, try pressing 'F3' and 'Enter' keys again. Normally ‘Request timed out’ messages appear 7 times before you receive a proper reply. VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...
  • Page 18 3 sets of numbers are same but the fourth is different. For example, 192.168.1.2 and 192.168.1.3 are same local network IP addresses. (If there is a ‘Network Mask’ on the network, however, this can be a different case. For detailed information on IP, refer to Appendix 3) VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 19: Accessing A Versacam Ic Series Homepage & Monitoring Real-Time Images

    VersaCam’s Server Push Viewer that transmits video through a Web TCP port instead of the video TCP port. To connect to the Server Push Viewer, click on the ‘Behind Firewall’ menu selection. Performance will likely be slower in this mode. VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 20: Versacam Ic Series Plug-In For Netscape Users

    The installation will not take longer than 1 minute. Don’t click any buttons until the installation is complete. 5) FAQ Questions and answers are provided In Appendix 2 for troubleshooting. If you have other questions that are not answered here, please contact your distributor or the Pentax Customer Service Department. VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 21: Viewing With The Versacam Ic-360

    C. Viewing With The VersaCam IC-360 There are 3 real-time viewers available on the VersaCam homepage: the “Default Viewer”, the “720×468 Viewer” and the “Server Push Viewer.” An administrator may set any viewer as a first user interface. A connected user may monitor real-time images through the administrator-selected main viewer or select another.
  • Page 22 180x121, 90x60 pixels). A high-resolution image is large, and will take longer to transmit. Frame Rate: You can choose the transmission speed (1 fps, 3 fps, 5 fps, 10 fps, fastest). If you choose ‘Fastest’, you can get images at the fastest possible speed. The transmission speed also VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 23: 720X486 Viewer

    ‘T’, ‘W’ (telephoto, wide angle) on control panel. Auto-Focus : The VersaCam IC-360 has an auto-focus function. However, you can control and optimize the focus of the image manually by dragging the ball on the right vertical bar ‘F’–‘N’...

  • Page 24: Server Push Viewer

    3) Server Push Viewer If the VersaCam IC-360 is installed on a network where a firewall is located and which blocks certain ports, you may still access the camera through the server-push viewer to monitor real-time images. If you have information on the network as to which port is blocked with the firewall, you may access the camera with the default viewer by changing the camera’s http (web) TCP port or...
  • Page 25 Plug-in program to see the transmitted image through Netscape Navigator. By clicking on the ‘Netscape Plug-in’ menu, a user accesses a page where they can download the Plug-in program. (8) FAQ A user may look up troubleshooting information regarding the installation or running of a VersaCam by clicking ‘FAQ’. VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 26: Configuring Administrator's Data At Homepage

    2) Accessing through Web Browser Using a Web browser, an administrator can key in the IP address of the VersaCam IC-360 that they are going to configure. Then the administrator accesses the VersaCam IC-360 login page. At the login page, the administrator should key in the administrator’s ID and password to...

  • Page 27: Configuring Administrator's Data At The Homepage

    Factory Setting, cannot be initialized. Rebooting: If the VersaCam IC Series administrator can reboot it without manually disconnecting the power supply. This button works as a reset switch. VersaCam E-mail has any problem, VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 28: User Configuration

    It is possible to allow or not allow users to control pan/tilt/zoom and to control video data such as quality options, QBOX settings, etc. The administrator has full authority to give a certain user class a right to control these options or not. “guest.” VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 29: Network Configuration

    PPPoE processes to connect to the Internet, the administrator should select ‘xDSL (PPPoE)’. However if the xDSL line doesn’t need a PPPoE process, the administrator should select ‘Ethernet’ even though the VersaCam is connected to an xDSL line. VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...
  • Page 30 ‘xDSL (PPPoE)’ and configure the ID and password for PPPoE. The ID and password may be acquired from the ISP that installed the line. The VersaCam may get an IP address when it is connected to the xDSL line. VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 31: Security Configuration

    If ‘Image Encryption Mode’ is enabled, and a pin number is assigned, users must key in the assigned pin number to see the image after accessing VersaCam image viewers. ‘Security Configuration’ may be used as a second security layer to control accessibility in addition to utilizing ‘User Account Configuration.’ VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 32: Video Configuration

    (2) Camera Color Type This button is used to define whether the camera internal to the IC-360 is a color or black & white camera. At this time, ALL IC-360 units employ color cameras. Therefore, this setting must be left in the “Color”...
  • Page 33 MM/DD/YY HH:MM:SS:ss. If “Channel Information” is enabled, the date/time stamp will be preceded by “CH#n” where ‘n’ is the currently selected video channel. For the IC-360 model, there is only one video channel available, so this has no real use.

  • Page 34: Application Configuration

    The options include ‘Motion Detection,’ the two external sensors, and a timer (‘Periodic Sending’). In the latter case, the administrator must also specify the frequency (in minutes) of capture and transmission. This may be from 5 minutes to 525,600 minutes (once per Some VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...
  • Page 35 The extension for image files is usually defined as ‘.eye’ so that it will be recognized by the Wavelet viewer plug-in supplied by Pentax. automatically knows which plug-in is associated with this image file type and will call up that plug-in automatically for image viewing.
  • Page 36 FTP Event Configuration: The administrator may set sending conditions, image resolution, and filename in the same fashion as described above for E-mail events. The exception is that the frequency of scheduled transmissions, if any, is specified in seconds rather than minutes. VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 37: Pan/Tilt/Zoom Configuration

    7) Pan/Tilt/Zoom Configuration The IC-360 has various special functions including 64 PTZ Presets, auto-pan between monitoring areas, or group mode swing between eight positions. Using these functions, users can obtain the effect of a multi-camera system with only one VersaCam installation. To use the...
  • Page 38 Select each preset as a monitoring group member up to 9. Last, click the “Add/Change” button and close the window using the “Close” button.” VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...
  • Page 39 Flickerless Mode necessary to avoid constant changes in image brightness. Pan/Tilt Reverse Mode Function This page allows you to reverse Pan/Tilt control functions. This function is useful when a VersaCam 360 is installed upside down. There is no resting Fluorescent lamps are not actually VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 40: Serial Port Configuration

    8) Serial Port Configuration The VersaCam IC-360 has an RS232C interface port for an audio device. Note: As of the date of printing of this manual, this audio device was not available. when it is available, the following instructions will apply.

  • Page 41: Digital I/O Configuration

    ‘event’ when the ‘Apply’ button was clicked. Though this message is not updated until you confirm the ‘OK’ response from the camera after clicking the ‘Apply’ button, the VersaCam IC-360 is still receiving updated sensor readings from the input port.

  • Page 42: Alarm Configuration

    Such preset positions are configured in the PTZ Configuration menu. The two external triggers can be associated with different preset locations if desired. VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 43: Custom Configuration

    By clicking on the logo, users will be transferred to the selected web page. Where a network firewall is installed, one or the In this case, the installer should either request that The 720x486 Viewer creates the If alternative port(s) The Server Push Viewer VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 44: Goto Viewer Page

    12) Goto Viewer Page Users can return to the “Default Viewer Page” by clicking on this menu item. * Caution: To save the changes, you have to click the ‘Apply’ button on every page. VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 45: Appendix 1 - Detailed Specifications Of Versacam Ic-360

    Appendix 1 Appendix 1 - Detailed Specifications of VersaCam IC-360 1. General Flash memory Video Channel Image Resolution Control Image Compression Compression Rate Transfer Rate Decoding Rate Compression rate Security Alarms and I/O Misc. functions Power Supply Sensor input 2. CCD Camera...
  • Page 46 6.40 x 8.04 inch (Dome 5.28 inch) approx. 4.6 lb (2.1kg) 32º to 104º F (0º to 40º C) -4º to 104º F (-20º to 60º C) 10 to 75% (No condensation) 10 to 95% (No condensation) 1.5A, Peak 3A Indoor* VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 47: Appendix 2 - Frequently Asked Questions

    Active-X control to view VersaCam images through such standard web browsers as Netscape and Explorer. The size of a typical Plug-in or Active-X control for Wavelet images is often as large as 3 megabytes, requiring a long download time. However, Pentax provides Plug-in and VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...
  • Page 48 360 x 243 360 x 243 360 x 243 180 x 121 180 x 121 180 x 121 Quality Complex File Size 77KB 49KB 33KB 29KB 22KB 17KB 17KB 12KB Simple File Size 24KB 16KB 12KB 10KB VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 49: Versacam Ic Series Installation

    • Q: Does the VersaCam IC Series support Pan/Tilt/Zoom functions? A: The VersaCam IC-360 model, being a dome camera, has its own pan/tilt/zoom mechanism. The other cameras in the VersaCam IC Series family support stand-alone pan/tilt/zoom mechanisms that respond to ASCII motion commands over an RS-232 or RS-485 serial connection using the DB-15 connector on the rear of the camera.
  • Page 50 Q: How can a user view VersaCam IC Series images when using Netscape? A: If a user wants to see the real-time VersaCam images using the Netscape browser, it is first necessary to install the VersaCam plug-in program. The procedure for the plug-in setup follows: VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...
  • Page 51 PC or browser before attempting to further troubleshoot the problem. address (e.g., For a PC running Windows NT or 2000, it is in Then, access the VersaCam again VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...
  • Page 52 CCTV camera and the VersaCam. Though the cable is connected physically, there still is a possibility of a broken or unstable connection between the VersaCam and an external CCTV camera. In this event, the user may see poor quality video or no video VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...
  • Page 53 • Q: Which pan/tilt/zoom mechanisms can be installed with the VersaCam? A: While the IC-360 contains its own pan/tilt/zoom mechanism, the other members of the VersaCam IC Series family also have the ability to control external pan/tilt/zoom devices on-line. Such PTZ devices are connected to the VersaCam through its DB-15 port or Terminal Block interface in the rear panel (the connection method depends on the VersaCam model).

  • Page 54: Control And Utility Programs

    A: If you see a box containing the message "Mismatched Version" or similar, do the following: Reinstall the Plug-in or Active-X control contained in the VersaCam. A: If you see a box containing the message "VersaCam client initialization has failed" or similar, do the following: VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...
  • Page 55 Active-X controls, we have prepared a manual installation program for VersaCam Plug-in/ActiveX control. Please try to use that program. Download http://www.versacam.com. 2. Set up the manual installation program. and download MRJ package's Apple's Java site detailed manual installation program folder VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 56: Inserting Images Into Html

    “.eye,” the other file extension should be associated with the application/x-webeye MIME type in your web server for properly displaying the files as the camera's image. <HTML><HEAD><TITLE> Show the eye file. </TITLE></HEAD> <BODY> <center><p><b><font size="4"> HTML file including the eye file. <br></font></b></center> <hr><center> from www.versacam.com VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...
  • Page 57 </object> </td> </table> </center><hr> <p align="center"> <font size="2">Copyright (C) 2000-2001 Pentax Technologies</font> </p> <p align="center"> </p> </BODY> </HTML> In the source code, bold items are to be edited by the user. The <param> tag is used for OCX on IE, and the <embed> tag is used for Plug-ins on Netscape. Using this code requires a change to the IP address for your VersaCam and the URLs of the pages on your server where the .eye files to be displayed can be found.
  • Page 58 VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 59: Appendix 3 - Utilizing Ip Addresses On A Local Network

    Gateway address: This is an IP address of the router that is connecting the Internet and a local network. Remote users can access a local network over the Internet through a gateway (router). Generally, the second number is assigned as the Gateway address. VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...
  • Page 60 Sub-Network ID: xxx.xxx.xxx.128 Gateway Address: xxx.xxx.xxx.129 Subnet Mask Address: 255.255.255.192 Broadcast Address: xxx.xxx.xxx.191 IP Addresses: xxx.xxx.xxx.130 – xxx.xxx.xxx.190 Sub-Network ID: xxx.xxx.xxx.192 Gateway Address: xxx.xxx.xxx.193 Subnet Mask Address: 255.255.255.192 Broadcast Address: xxx.xxx.xxx.255 IP Addresses: xxx.xxx.xxx.193 – xxx.xxx.xxx.254 VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 61: Appendix 4 - Updating Versacam Ic-360 Firmware

    If you fail to completely update the VersaCam firmware or the VersaCam does not operate properly after the updating process, contact your distributor or Pentax Customer Service. 1. Connect VersaCam 360 to a PC. When you update your firmware, it is strongly recommended that you connect your VersaCam to a PC directly* using a crossover cable.
  • Page 62 (6) When the upgrade is completed, reboot the VersaCam by clicking the ‘OK’ button. (7) If you have another VersaCam to upgrade, follow the same process from (1) to (6). If not, quit the program by clicking the ‘Exit’ button. Appendix 5 VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 63: Appendix 5 - Versacam Ic-360 Physical Installation Guide

    Video Out connector (E). (5) Connect the 4” power adapter cable to the IC-360 power connector (K). (6) Put the bracket in the installation hole and attach it with three included M4 screws (F). Before...
  • Page 64 (8) Connect the output connector of the AC adapter (H) to the 4” power adapter cable. (9) Insert the three camera body holders (L) to the holes of the suspension bracket and turn the body clock-wise to fasten. Attach it with the included M3 screw (M). VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 65: Appendix 6 - Versacam Ic-360 Power Supply Installation Guide

    Appendix 6 Appendix 6 - VersaCam IC-360 Power Supply Installation Guide 1. 100-250VAC - 12VDC Supply For The VersaCam IC-360 (PW160) 1) Checking the Package Contents Check that the following items are included in the VersaCam package: Power Supply (1), AC Power Cord (1), Attachment Hook (1) (not used), Camera Adapter Cable...
  • Page 66 SMPS PW160 Power Supply 4” Adapter Cable CAUTION Turn off or disconnect the power to the power supply before making any connections. VersaCam IC-360 User’s Guide...

  • Page 67: Appendix 7 - Versacam Ic-360 External Device Connection Information

    Appendix 7 - VersaCam IC-360 External Device Connection Information 1. Connections and Connectors The IC-360 makes use of two connectors on the top of the camera to make connections to external devices. The following illustration and text detail the function of these connectors.
  • Page 68 Powering External Sensors Because the IC-360 camera contains only an internal 330 ohm series resistor, an additional external series resistor is required to use the VersaCam IC-360’s own 12V power to operate sensor circuits without damage to the opto-coupler. Switch Sensor Alternately, a device may supply its own voltage to activate the opto-couplers.

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