LevelOne FCS-3081 User Manual

LevelOne FCS-3081 User Manual

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H.264 2-Megapixel PoE Vandal Dome Camera
User Manual
Ver1.3

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  • Page 1 FCS-3081 H.264 2-Megapixel PoE Vandal Dome Camera User Manual Ver1.3...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction.........................3 Features ........................3 Package Contents ....................... 4 Camera Overview ......................5 Camera’s Connectors....................6 Preparations for IP Camera Setup ................7 System Requirements ....................7 Installation ........................7 Power and Ethernet Cable Connection ................ 7 Hard Ceiling......................... 8 4S Mount Electrical Box.....................
  • Page 3 4.4.1 Video Resolution and Rotate Type ............. 64 4.4.2 Video Compression ..................67 4.4.3 Video OCX Protocol ................... 69 4.4.4 Video Frame Skip..................70 4.4.5 Video Mask....................71 4.4.6 Audio Mode and Bit Rate Settings.............. 72 Camera Settings......................74 4.5.1 Exposure Setting ..................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction The Full HD Vandal Proof IP Dome Camera is capable of serving real-time streaming and makes image quality more smoothly. In addition to MJPEG real time streaming, this camera develops H.264 codec to apply for high resolution digital broadcast. With compact and sophisticated mechanical design, the Full HD Vandal Proof IP Dome Camera is easy installed and aesthetic.
  • Page 5: Package Contents

    Package Contents Please check the package contains the following items listed below. Vandal Proof IP Dome All-in-One cable Camera Power Terminal Block Security Torx Rubber Washers (×6) Self Tapping Screws Plastic Screw Anchors (×4) (×4) Quick Guide (bundled software and documentation)
  • Page 6: Camera Overview

    Camera Overview Top View Side View...
  • Page 7: Camera's Connectors

    Camera’s Connectors The diagram below shows the IP Dome Camera’s reset button and various connectors. Definition for each connector will be given as follows. Connector Pin No. Definition Remarks Reset Button Restore to factory default Analog Video Output Output+ Output- Alarm I/O Alarm connection Input+...
  • Page 8: Preparations For Ip Camera Setup

    Preparations for IP Camera Setup This chapter provides information about system requirements for IP Camera operation, power connection, Ethernet connection and ways to access to the camera. System Requirements To perform the IP Camera via web browser, please ensure your PC is in good network connection, and meet system requirements as described below.
  • Page 9: Hard Ceiling

    NOTE: In some cases, you may need use an Ethernet crossover cable when connecting the IP Dome Camera directly to the PC. Check the status of the link indicator and activity indicator LEDs; if the LEDs are unlit, please check LAN connection. Green Link Light indicates good network connection.
  • Page 10 Step 3: Press both sides of the Inner Cover and remove it from the Dome Camera unit. Step 4: Unscrew the module-fastened screw, as indicated in the figure. Step 5: Press the sides of the snap-on module, as indicated in the figure, detach from Dome...
  • Page 11 Step 7: In the marked locations, drill each hole slightly smaller than the supplied screw anchors. Step 8: Put supplied anchors into these drilled holes. Step 9: Fasten the Dome Camera’s housing with the four equipped self tapping screws. Step 10: Thread the power and Ethernet cables through either the side conduit entry or back conduit entry, as...
  • Page 12 Step 12: Attach the snap-on module into the Dome Camera housing, and screw the module-fastened screw tightly to secure the camera module. NOTE: The terminal blocks should face the side conduit entry, as shown in the figure. Step 13: Connect the power and network outputs. NOTE: The Power Cable is omitted if using PoE.
  • Page 13 Step 16: Adjust the camera to a desired angle, as shown below. Pan adjustment range is nearly 360° ; rotation angle range approach es to 270° . Tilt is adjustable between ﹣10° ~ 90° . Pan Adjustment Rotation Adjustment Tilt Adjustment NOTE: Adjust the lens carefully within the limits mentioned above, or the cables underneath would be harmed.
  • Page 14: Mount Electrical Box

    STEP 19: Screw on the two Torx screws on the side of the Dome Cover tightly to fasten the Dome Cover. Camera installation is complete. 4S Mount Electrical Box Before installing the IP Dome Camera in the 4S Electrical Box, please unscrew and open the Dome Cover with the Security Torx.
  • Page 15 STEP 3: Detach the snap-on camera module from the Dome Camera’s housing by unscrewing the module-fastened screw first. Then press the sides of camera module and pull it slightly up from the housing. STEP 4: Thread the power and Ethernet cables through either...
  • Page 16 STEP 10: Replace the Dome Cover back, aligning the arrow mark on the Dome Cover with the one on the housing. STEP 11: Screw on the two Torx screws on the side of the Dome Cover tightly to fasten the Dome Cover. Camera installation is complete.
  • Page 17: Accessing Camera

    3. Accessing Camera For initial access to the IP Camera, users can search the camera through the installer program: DeviceSearch.exe, which can be found in “Device Search” folder in the supplied CD. Device Search Software Setup Step 1: Double click on the program Device Search.exe (see the icon below); its window will appear as shown below.
  • Page 18 Device Search Step 3: Click “Device Search” again, and all the finding IP devices will be listed in the page, as shown in the figure below. The IP Camera’s default IP address is: 192.168.0.250. Step 4: Double click or right click and select “Browse” to access the camera directly via web browser.
  • Page 19 The default login ID and password are: Login ID Password root NOTE: ID and password are case sensitive. NOTE: It is strongly advised that administrator’s password be altered for the security concerns. Refer to section 5.3.2 Security for further details. Additionally, users can change the IP Camera’s network property, either DHCP or Static IP, directly in the device finding list.
  • Page 20 Step 3: Click “OK” on the Note of setting change. Wait for one minute to re-search the IP Camera. Step 4: Click the “Device Search” button to search all the devices. Then select the IP Camera with the correct MAC address. Double click on the IP Camera, and the login window will come out.
  • Page 21: Using Recording Software

    Using recording software The product software CD also contains recording software-IP CamSecure, allowing simultaneous monitoring and video recording for multiple Network Cameras. Please install the recording software; then launch the program to add the Network Camera to the Channel list. For detailed information about how to use IP CamSecure, please refer to the user’s manual of the software or download it at http://global.level1.com.
  • Page 22: Installing Dc Viewer Software Online

    Installing DC Viewer Software Online For the initial access to the IP Camera, a client program, DC Viewer, will be automatically installed to your PC when connecting to the IP Camera. If the Web browser doesn’t allow DC Viewer installation, please check the Internet security settings or ActiveX controls and plug-ins settings (see Appendix B: Internet Security Settings) to continue the process.
  • Page 23 Once login to the IP Camera, users will see the Home page as shown below: NOTE: The “talk” button below the screen only displays in Box Camera and Vandal Proof IP Dome. Administrator/User Privileges “Administrator” represents the person who can configure the IP Camera and authorize users access to the camera;...
  • Page 24: Configuration & Operation

    Configuration & Operation The IP Camera is provided with a user-friendly browser-based configuration interface, and a free bundled IP CamSecure Lite for record and playback video. In this chapter, information about main page introduction, system related settings and camera settings will be described in detail. For further information about IP CamSecure, please refer to IP CamSecure user manual.
  • Page 25: Home Page

    System setting The administrator can set host name, system time, root password, network related settings, etc. Further details will be interpreted in section 4.3 System Related Settings. Streaming setting The administrator can modify video resolution and rotate type and select audio compression mode in this page.
  • Page 26 NOTE: Please note that the function buttons will vary depending on the camera model. Screen Size Adjustment Image display size can be adjusted to x1/2 and full screen. Digital Zoom Control In the full screen mode, users can implement digital PTZ by rotating the mouse wheel (for zoom in/out), and drag the mouse into any direction.
  • Page 27: System Related Settings

    Snapshot button Press the button, and the JPEG snapshots will automatically be saved in the appointed place. The default place of saving snapshots is: C:\. To change the storage location, please refer to section 5.3.11 File Location for further details. (pause/restart) Video Streaming Pause /Restart button Press the stop button to disable video streaming, the live video will be displayed...
  • Page 29: Host Name And System Time Setting

    4.3.1 Host Name and System Time Setting Press the first category: <System> in the left column; the page is shown as below. Host Name The name is for camera identification. If alarm function (see section 4.3.7 Application is enabled and is set to send alarm message by Mail/FTP, the host name entered here will display in the alarm message.
  • Page 30: Security

    Manual The Administrator can set video date, time and day manually. Entry format should be identical with that shown next to the enter fields. Sync with NTP server Network Time Protocol (NTP) is an alternate way to synchronize your camera’s clock with a NTP server.
  • Page 31 NOTE: The following characters are valid: A-Z, a-z, 0-9, !#$%&’-.@^_~. Add user Type the new user's name and password and click <Add> to add the new user. Both user name and password can be up to 16 characters. The new user will be displayed in the user name list.
  • Page 33: Network

    4.3.3 Network Click <Network> in the left column, and the page will display as shown below. Users can choose to connect to the IP Camera with fixed or dynamic (DHCP) IP address. The IP Camera also provides PPPoE support for users who connect to the network via PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE).
  • Page 34 Use fixed IP address To setup static IP address, select “Use fixed IP address” and move the cursor to the IP address blank (as indicated below) and insert the new IP address, ex. 192.168.7.123; then go to the Default gateway (explained latter) blank and change the setting, ex.
  • Page 35 • Default gateway This is the gateway used to forward frames to destinations in different subnet. Invalid gateway setting will fail the transmission to destinations in different subnet. • Primary DNS Primary DNS is the primary domain name server that translates hostnames into IP addresses.
  • Page 36 UPnP Setting • Enable UPnP When the UPnP is enable, whenever the IP Camera is presented to the LAN, the icon of the connected IP Cameras will appear in My Network Places to allow for direct access as shown below. FCS-1131 FCS-1131 FCS-1141...
  • Page 37 NOTE: To enable this function, please make sure the UPnP component is installed on your computer. Please refer to Appendix D: Install UPnP components for UPnP component installation procedure. • Enable UPnP port forwarding When the UPnP port forwarding is enabled, the IP Camera is allowed to open the web server port on the router automatically.
  • Page 38: Ddns

    4.3.4 DDNS Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) allows a host name to be constantly synchronized with a dynamic IP address. In other words, it allows those using a dynamic IP address to be associated to a static domain name so others can connect to it by name.
  • Page 39: Mail

    Password/Key Enter the password or key required by the DDNS provider for authentication. 4.3.5 Mail The Administrator can send an e-mail via Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) when motion is detected. SMTP is a protocol for sending e-mail messages between servers. SMTP is a relatively simple, text-based protocol, where one or more recipients of a message are specified and the message text is transferred.
  • Page 40: Ftp

    4.3.6 The Administrator can set as sending alarm message to a specific File Transfer Protocol (FTP) site when motion is detected. Users can assign alarm message to up to two FTP sites. The FTP setting page is shown below. Enter the FTP details, which include server, server port, user name, password and remote folder, in the fields.
  • Page 41: Application (Excluding Compact Ip Dome)

    4.3.7 Application (Excluding Compact IP Dome) The IP Camera (Box Camera and Vandal Proof Dome) equips one alarm input and one relay output for cooperating with alarm system to catch events’ images. Refer to alarm pin definition below to connect alarm devices to the IP Camera if needed.
  • Page 42 Alarm Output Define alarm output signal “high” or “low” as the normal alarm output status according to the current alarm application. Triggered Action (Multi-option) The Administrator can specify alarm actions that will take when the alarm is triggered. All options are listed as follows: •...
  • Page 43 • Record Stream to SD Card Select the item, and the alarm-triggered recording will be saved into your Micro SD card. NOTE: Please make sure the local recording (with Micro SD/ SDHC card) is activated so that this function can be implemented. See section 4.3.10 Recording for further details.
  • Page 44 • Upload Image by E-Mail Select this item, and the Administrator can assign an e-mail address and configure various parameters as shown in the figure below. When the alarm is triggered, event images will be sent to the appointed e-mail address.
  • Page 45 • Add sequence number suffix (no maximum value) File name: imageXXXXXXX.jpg X: Sequence Number • Add sequence number suffix (limited value) File Name: imageXX.jpg X: Sequence Number The file name suffix will end at the number being set. For example, if the setting is up to “10,”...
  • Page 46: Motion Detection

    4.3.8 Motion Detection Motion Detection function allows detecting suspicious motion and triggering alarms when motion volume in the detected area reaches/exceeds the determined sensitivity threshold value. In the Motion Detection setting page, there is a frame (Motion Detection Window) displayed on the Live View Pane. The Motion Detection Window is for defining the motion detection area.
  • Page 47 If Motion Detection function is activated, the pop-off window (Motion) with indication of motion will be shown. When motion is detected, the signals will be displayed on the Motion window as shown below. Detailed settings of Motion Detection are described as follows: Motion Detection You will be able to turn on/off Motion Detection in System section.
  • Page 48 • Sensitivity level [1-100]: The default level is 80, which means if 20% or more sampling pixels are detected differently, system will detect motion. The bigger the value, the more sensitive it is. Meanwhile, when the value is bigger, the red horizontal line in the motion indication window will be lower accordingly.
  • Page 49 • Upload Image by E-Mail Select this item, and the Administrator can assign an e-mail address and configure various parameters as shown in the figure below. When motion is detected, event images will be sent to the appointed e-mail address. NOTE: Make sure SMTP or FTP configuration has been completed.
  • Page 50: Storage Management

    4.3.9 Storage Management Users can implement local recording to the Micro SD/SDHC card. NOTE: Please format the Micro SD/SDHC card first before recording starts. Device information When users insert the Micro SD/SDHC card, the card information such as the memory capacity and status will be shown at Device Information section. Device setting Press the “Format”...
  • Page 51 Recording List Each video file on the Micro SD/SDHC card will be listed in the Recording list as shown below. • Remove To remove a file, select the file first, and then press the “Remove” button. • Sort: Press the “Sort” button, and the files in the Recording list will be listed in name and date order.
  • Page 52: Recording

    4.3.10 Recording In the Recording setting page, users can specify the recording schedule that fits the present surveillance requirement. Activating Micro SD/SDHC Card Recording Two types of schedule mode are offered: Always and Time Frame setting. Users can setup the time frame to fit the recording schedule or choose “Always” to activate Micro SD/SDHC Card Recording all the time.
  • Page 53: File Location

    4.3.11 File Location Users can specify a storage location for the snapshots and live video recording. The default setting is: C:\. Once confirm the setting, press “Save,” and all the snapshots and recording will be saved in the designate location. NOTE: Please make sure the selected file path contains valid characters such as letters and numbers.
  • Page 54: Iris Adjustment (Excluding Compact Ip Dome)

    4.3.12 Iris Adjustment (Excluding Compact IP Dome) For users who use Auto-iris lens, when it is required to implement iris adjustment, please refer to the Iris adjustment procedure in the setting page to adjust iris.
  • Page 55: View Log File

    4.3.13 View Log File Click on the link to view the system log file. The content of the file provides useful information about configuration and connections after system boot-up.
  • Page 56: View User Information

    4.3.14 View User Information The Administrator can view each added user’s login information and privileges (see 4.3.2 Security). View User Login Information All the users in the network will be listed in the “User information” zone, as shown below. As the figure below shows: root: It indicates that one user’s login username is: root, and the password is blank.
  • Page 57 View User Privilege Press “get user privacy” down the page, and the Administrator can view each user’s privileges. As the figure above shows: User: 1:1:0:1 1:1:0:1= I/O access : Camera control : Talk : Listen (see 4.3.2 Security) Therefore, it denotes the user is granted privileges of I/O access, Camera control and Listen.
  • Page 58: View Parameters

    4.3.15 View Parameters Click on this item to view the entire system’s parameter setting.
  • Page 59: Factory Default

    4.3.16 Factory Default The factory default setting page is shown as below. Follow the instructions to reset the IP Camera to factory default setting if needed. Set Default Click on the “Set Default” button to recall the factory default settings. Then the system will restart in 30 seconds.
  • Page 60: Software Version

    4.3.17 Software Version The current software version is displayed in the software version page, which is shown as the figure below.
  • Page 61: Software Upgrade

    4.3.18 Software Upgrade Software upgrade can be carried out in the “Software Upgrade” page, as shown below. NOTE: Make sure the upgrade software file is available before carrying out software upgrade. The procedure of software upgrade is like the following:...
  • Page 62 Step 1: Click “Browse” and select the binary file to be uploaded, ex. Userland.jffs2. NOTE: Do not change the upgrade file name, or the system will fail to find the file. Step 2: Pull down the upgrade binary file list and select the file you want to upgrade;...
  • Page 63 After the upgrade process is finished, the viewer will return to Home page. Step 4: Close the video browser. Step 5: Click “Control Panel”, and then double click “Add or Remove Programs.” In the “Currently install programs” list, select “DCViewer” and click the button “Remove”...
  • Page 64: Maintenance

    4.3.19 Maintenance Users can export configuration files to a specified location and retrieve data by uploading an existing configuration file to the IP Camera. Export Users can save the system settings by exporting the configuration file (.bin) to a specified location for future use. Press the “Export” button, and the popup File Download window will come out as shown below.
  • Page 65: Video And Audio Streaming Settings

    Upload To copy an existing configuration file to the IP Camera, please first click on “Browse” to select the configuration file, and then press the “Upload” button for uploading. Video and Audio Streaming Settings Press the tab ”Streaming” in the top of the page, and the configurable video and audio items will display in the left column.
  • Page 66 Video Format Resolution for MJPEG & H.264 format includes: • H.264 720p (30fps) + MJPEG 720p (30fps) • H.264 720p (30fps) + MJPEG D1 (30fps) • H.264 720p (30fps) + MJPEG CIF (30fps) • H.264 720p (30fps) + H.264 D1 (30fps) •...
  • Page 67 To rotate the image, users can select “Flip”, for instance. Then the displayed image will be reversed as shown below. The following is descriptions for different video rotate type. • Flip If select <Flip>, the image will be rotated vertically. •...
  • Page 68: Video Compression

    4.4.2 Video Compression Users can select a proper MJPEG/H.264 compression mode in the video compression page (see the figure below), depending on the application. Users can also decide whether to display compression information on the Home page. Click “Save” to confirm the setting.
  • Page 69 CBR Mode Setting The CBR (Constant Bit Rate) mode could be the preferred bit rage mode if the bandwidth available is limited. It is important to take account of image quality while choosing to use CBR mode.
  • Page 70: Video Ocx Protocol

    4.4.3 Video OCX Protocol In the Video OCX protocol setting page, users can select RTP over UDP, RTP over TCP, RTSP over HTTP or MJPEG over HTTP, for streaming media over the network. In the case of multicast networking, users can select the Multicast mode.
  • Page 71: Video Frame Skip

    4.4.4 Video Frame Skip Video frame skipping is for saving bandwidth if necessary. The setting page is shown as below. Video Frame Skip options include: • No skipping, default • Frame skipping at 5 frame internal • Frame skipping at 10 frame internal •...
  • Page 72: Video Mask

    4.4.5 Video Mask There are up to five video masks can be set by users. Active Mask Function • Add a Mask Check a Video Mask checkbox, and a red frame will come out in the Live Video pane at the right side. Use the mouse to drag and drop to adjust the mask’s size and place it on the target zone.
  • Page 73: Audio Mode And Bit Rate Settings

    Mask Setting • Mask color The selections of Mask color include red, black, white, yellow, green, blue, cyan, and magenta. • Type Select to change the mask type as solid or transparent. 4.4.6 Audio Mode and Bit Rate Settings The audio setting page is show as below. In the Audio page, the Administrator can select one transmission mode and audio bit rate.
  • Page 74 NOTE: This option is only available in the Box Camera and Vandal Proof Dome. • Half-duplex (Talk or Listen, not at the same time) In the Half-duplex mode, the local/remote site can only talk or listen to the other site at a time. NOTE: This option is only available in the Box Camera and Vandal Proof Dome.
  • Page 75: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings The figure below is the camera configuration page. Details of each parameter setting are described in the following subsections. NOTE: Camera settings and function buttons will vary depending on the camera model.
  • Page 76: Exposure Setting

    4.5.1 Exposure Setting The Exposure pull-down menu is shown as follows: The exposure is the amount of light received by the image sensor and is determined by the width of lens diaphragm opening, the amount of exposure by the sensor (shutter speed) and other exposure parameters. With this item, users can define how the Auto Exposure function works.
  • Page 77: White Balance Setting

    Fixed Shutter Mode In this mode, fixed shutter speed could be selected from the dropdown menu. The shutter speed range is from 1/10000 to 1 sec. with 19 options. Users could select suitable shutter speed according to the environmental illumination. 4.5.2 White Balance Setting The White Balance pull-down menu is shown as follows:...
  • Page 78: Brightness Setting

    Manual Mode In this mode, users can change the White Balance value manually. Users can select a number between 0 ~127 of “Rgain/ Bgain” item to gain the red/ blue illuminant on the Live Video Pane. Press <SET> to confirm the new setting. 4.5.3 Brightness Setting Users can adjust the image’s brightness by adjusting the item.
  • Page 79: Hue Setting

    4.5.7 Hue Setting Camera image hue level is adjustable; please select ranging from -12 to +13. Press <SET> to confirm the new setting. 4.5.8 IR Function With the IR cut filter, the Dome Camera can still catch clear image at night time or in low light conditions.
  • Page 80: Logout

    Logout Press the tab “Logout” in the top of the page, and the login window will pop up. This enables login with another user name.
  • Page 81: Appendix A: Technical Specifications

    Appendix A: Technical Specifications Camera Full-HD Image Sensor 1/2.5" Progressive CMOS Picture Elements 1920(H) x 1080(V) Minimum Illumination 0.2 lux @ F 1.2 Shutter Speed 1~ 1/10000 sec. White Balance Manual / ATW (1500 ~ 15000K) Operation Video Compression H.264 Main Profile / MJPEG Video Streaming Simultaneously H.264 + MJPEG H.264...
  • Page 82: Appendix B: Internet Security Settings

    Analog Video (optional) 1.0 Vp-p / 75 , BNC LED Indicator Power, Link, ACT General 0° C ~ 50° C Operating Temperature Humidity: 10% to 90%, No Condensation Power Source DC 12V / PoE Power Consumption Regulatory CE, FCC, RoHS Compliant Dimensions 125 x 82 x 52 mm (L x W x H) (w/o lens) Weight...
  • Page 83 Internet Security Level: Default Step 1: Start the Internet Explorer (IE). Step 2: Select <Tools> from the main menu of the browser. Then Click <Internet Options>. Step 3: Click the <Security> tab, and select <Internet>. Step 4: Down the page, press “Default Level” (see the figure above) and click “OK” to confirm the setting.
  • Page 84 ActiveX Controls and Plug-ins Settings Step 1~3: Refer to the previous section above. Step 4: Down the page, press “Custom Level” (see the figure below) to change ActiveX controls and plug-ins settings. The Security Settings screen is displayed as below:...
  • Page 85 Step 5: Under “ActiveX controls and plug-ins”, set ALL items (as listed below) to <Enable> or <Prompt>. ActiveX controls and plug-ins settings: 1. Automatic prompting for ActiveX controls 2. Binary and scrip behaviors 3. Download signed ActiveX controls 4. Download using ActiveX controls 5.
  • Page 86: Appendix C: Dc Viewer Download Procedure

    Appendix C: DC Viewer Download Procedure The procedure of DC Viewer software download is specified as follows. Step 1: In the DC Viewer installation page, click “Next” for starting installing. Step 2: Setup starts. Please wait for a while until the loading bar runs out.
  • Page 87 Step 3: Click “Finish” to close the DC Viewer installation page. Then, the IP Camera’s Home page will display as follows:...
  • Page 88: Appendix D: Install Upnp Components

    NOTE: Please note that the function buttons will vary depending on the camera model. Appendix D: Install UPnP Components Please follow the instructions below to install UPnP components. Step 1: Go to “Start”, click on “Control Panel”, and then double click “Add or Remove Programs”.
  • Page 89 Step 3: Select “Networking Services” from the Components list in the Windows Components Wizard window, and then click “Details”. Step 4: Select “UPnP User Interface” in the Networking Services’ subcomponents list and then click “OK”.
  • Page 90 Step 5: Click “Next” in the Windows Components Wizard page. Step 6: Click “Finish” to complete installation.

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