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  • Page 1 FCS-1141 H.264 1.3-Megapixel PoE Network Camera User Manual Ver1.3...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Overview ..........................3 Features ........................3 Package Contents ....................... 4 Introduction of IP Camera ....................5 Camera Dimensions ....................5 Connectors on the Rear Board ..................6 Preparations for IP Camera Setup ..................8 System Requirements ....................8 Installation ........................
  • Page 3 4.4.3 Video OCX Protocol ................... 63 4.4.4 Video Frame Skip..................64 4.4.5 Video Mask ....................65 4.4.6 Audio Mode and Bit Rate Settings.............. 66 Camera Settings......................68 4.5.1 Exposure Setting ..................69 4.5.2 White Balance Setting ................70 4.5.3 Backlight Setting ..................71 4.5.4 Brightness Setting ..................

  • Page 4: Overview

    Overview Following high standard of Megapixel IP Camera, the HD WDR IP Camera holds pioneer image setting functions to provide the best image quality. Adopting superior Sony image sensor, the IP Camera is highly sensitive and has good low-light performance. In addition to MPEG-4 and MJPEG real time streaming, the HD WDR IP Camera develops superior H.264 codec to smoothly transfer High Definition surveillance data through Internet without distortion.

  • Page 5: Package Contents

    Package Contents The HD WDR IP Camera’s standard package contains the items as shown below. Contents will vary among different models. Please check the list as follows for details. HD WDR IP Camera Back focus adjuster Power terminal block Quick Guide (bundled software and documentation)

  • Page 6: Introduction Of Ip Camera

    Introduction of IP Camera This chapter will provide the camera dimensions for reference before installation. Definition of each connector on the camera’s rear board will also be specified. Camera Dimensions The IP Camera’s dimensions are as shown below:...

  • Page 7: Connectors On The Rear Board

    Connectors on the Rear Board The diagram below shows the IP Camera’s rear board. Definition for each connector will be given as follows. Network LEDs Reset Button Power Connector Power LED Line Out & Line In / Mic In ports For two-way audio transmission Power LED Green light indicates good power connection.
  • Page 8 BNC Connector For video output Micro SD Card Slot For video and snapshots storage AC 24V/DC 12V Connector Please refer to the table below for wiring of AC 24V and DC 12V camera with the supplied power cable. AC 24V ＋...

  • Page 9: Preparations For Ip Camera Setup

    Preparations for IP Camera Setup This chapter outlines information about system requirements for IP Camera operation, procedures of camera connection, and login 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 requirement as described below.
  • Page 10 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. Orange Activity Light flashes for network activity indication. Alarm Application The camera equips one alarm input and one relay output for alarm application. Refer to alarm pin definition below to connect alarm devices to the IP Camera if needed.

  • Page 11: Accessing Ip Camera

    Accessing IP Camera For initial access to the IP Camera, users can search the camera through the installer program: DeviceSearch.exe, which can be found in “DeviceSearch” 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 12 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 13 The default login ID and password for the Administrator 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 4.3.2 Security for further details.
  • Page 14 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 re-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 15: 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 16: 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...
  • Page 17 Appendix B: Internet Security Settings) to continue the process. The Information Bar (just below the URL bar) may come out and ask for permission to install the ActiveX Control for displaying video in browser (see the figure below). Right click on the Information Bar and select “Install ActiveX Control…”...
  • Page 18 Once login to the IP Camera, users will see the Home page as shown below: NOTE: Please note that the function buttons will vary depending on the camera model. Administrator/User Privileges “Administrator” represents the person who can configure the IP Camera and authorize users access to the camera;...

  • Page 19: 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 20: Home Page

    System setting 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 Administrator can modify video resolution and rotate type and select audio compression mode in this page. Camera setting Users can adjust various camera parameters, including <Exposure>, <White Balance>, <Brightness>, <Sharpness>, <Contrast>...
  • Page 21 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 zoom by rotating the mouse wheel (for zoom in/out) and dragging the mouse into any direction.

  • Page 22: System Related Settings

    System Related Settings The figure below shows all categories under the “System” tab. Each category in the left column will be explained in the following sections. NOTE The “System” configuration page is only accessible by Administrator...

  • Page 23: 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 24: Security

    Manual The Administrator can set video date, time and day manually. Entry format should be identical with that shown next to the enter field. Sync with NTP Server Network Time Protocol (NTP) is an alternate way to synchronize your camera’s clock with a NTP server.
  • Page 25 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 27: 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 28 Accessing IP Camera for login with the default IP address. If select “Get IP address automatically”, after the IP Camera restarts, users can search it through the installer program: DeviceSearch.exe, which can be found in “DeviceSearch” folder in the supplied CD. NOTE: Please make the record of the IP Camera’s MAC address, which can be found in the label of the camera, for identification in the future.
  • Page 29 • IP address This is necessary for network identification. • Subnet mask It is used to determine if the destination is in the same subnet. The default value is “255.255.255.0”. • Default gateway This is the gateway used to forward frames to destinations in different subnet.
  • Page 30 • RTSP port RTSP port could be set from 1 to 65535. (Normal Setting Port: 554, 1024 ~65535) • MJPEG over HTTP port The default setting of HTTP Port is 8008; setting range: 1024 ~65535. NOTE: Be aware to choose the different port from the one set for the web server port.
  • Page 31 FCS-1131 FCS-1131 FCS-1141 FCS-3071 NOTE: To enable this function, please make sure the UPnP component is installed on your computer. Please refer to Appendix E: 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 32: 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 33: Mail

    Enable DDNS Check the item to enable DDNS. Provider Select one DDNS host from the provider list. Host name Enter the registered domain name in the field. Username/E-mail Enter the username or e-mail required by the DDNS provider for authentication. Password/Key Enter the password or key required by the DDNS provider for authentication.

  • Page 34: Ftp

    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. The configuration page is shown as follows: Two sets of SMTP can be configured. Each set includes SMTP Server, Account Name, Password and E-mail Address settings.

  • Page 35: 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 36 Output+ Output- Input+ Input- Alarm Switch The Administrator can enable or disable the alarm function. Alarm Type Select an alarm type, “Normal close” or “Normal open,” that corresponds with the alarm application. Alarm Output Define alarm output signal “high” or “low” as the normal alarm output status according to the current alarm application.
  • Page 37 • Enable Alarm Output Select the item to enable alarm relay output. • Send Alarm Message by FTP/E-Mail The Administrator can select whether to send an alarm message by FTP and/or E-Mail when an alarm is triggered. • Upload Image by FTP Select this item, and the Administrator can assign a FTP site and configure various parameters as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 38 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. • 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.
  • Page 39 alarm is triggered, event images will be sent to the appointed e-mail address. NOTE: Make sure SMTP or FTP configuration has been completed. See section 4.3.5 Mail 4.3.6 FTP for further details. File Name Enter a file name in the blank, ex. image.jpg. The uploaded image’s file name format can be set in this section.
  • Page 40 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,” the file name will start from 00, end at 10, and then start all over again.

  • Page 41: 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 Video Pane. The Motion Detection Window is for defining the motion detection area.
  • Page 42 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 43 • 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 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 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 45: 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 If a Micro SD/SDHC card is installed, the card information such as the memory capacity and status will be shown at Device Information section.
  • Page 46 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 47: 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 48: File Location

    4.3.11 File Location Users can specify a storage location for the snapshots and 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 49: 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 50: 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 51: 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 password is blank .
  • Page 52 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 53: View Parameters

    4.3.15 View Parameters Click on this item to view the entire system’s parameter setting.

  • Page 54: Factory Default

    4.3.16 Factory Default The factory default setting page is as shown 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 55: Software Version

    4.3.17 Software Version The software version of the IP Camera is displayed in the software version page, which is shown below.

  • Page 56: 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 57 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 58 Step 3: Press “Upgrade”. The system will first check whether the upgrade file exists or not, and then begin to upload the upgrade file. Subsequently, the upgrade status bar will display on the page. When it runs to 100%, the upgrade process is finished. After the upgrade process is finished, the viewer will return to Home page.

  • Page 59: 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 60: 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 61 Video Format The IP Camera provides various video dual streaming formats like the following: • MJPEG + H.264 • MJPEG + MPEG-4 • MJPEG + BNC • H.264 + H.264 • H264 + BNC Resolution for MJPEG & H.264 format includes: •...
  • Page 62 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 63: Video Compression

    4.4.2 Video Compression Users can select a proper MJPEG/H.264/MPEG-4 compression mode in the video compression page (see the figure below), depending on the surveillance applications. Users can also decide whether to display compression information on the Home page. Click “Save” to confirm the video compression settings.
  • Page 64 CBR Mode Setting The CBR (Constant Bit Rate) mode could be the preferred bit rate mode if the bandwidth available is limited. It is important to take account of image quality while choosing to use the CBR mode.

  • Page 65: 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 66: Video Frame Skip

    4.4.4 Video Frame Skip Video frame skipping is for saving bandwidth, if necessary. The setting page is shown below. MJPEG/H.264/MPEG-4 Frame Skip options include: • No skipping, default • Frame skipping at 2 frame internal • Frame skipping at 5 frame internal •...

  • Page 67: 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 68: 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 shown below. In the Audio page, the Administrator can select one transmission mode and audio bit rate.
  • Page 69 NOTE: This option is only available in 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 Box Camera and Vandal Proof Dome.

  • Page 70: 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 71: 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 (iris adjustment), the amount of exposure by the sensor (shutter speed) and other exposure parameters.

  • Page 72: White Balance Setting

    NOTE: The minimum shutter speed will vary depending on the setting in Full Auto Mode. Auto Iris In this mode, the exposure gives priority to the auto iris. Shutter speed and AGC circuit will function automatically in cooperating with IRIS to get consistent exposure output.

  • Page 73: Backlight Setting

    Light Sources Color Temperature in K Cloudy Sky 6,000 to 8,000 Noon Sun and Clear Sky 6,500 Household Lighting 2,500 to 3,000 75-watt Bulb 2,820 Candle Flame 1,200 to 1,500 Auto Mode The Auto Balance White mode is suitable for environment with light source having color temperature ranging from 3200 ~ 7600K.

  • Page 74: Sharpness Setting

    4.5.5 Sharpness Setting Increasing the sharpness level can make the image looked sharper; especially enhance the object’s edge. Press <SET> to confirm the new setting. 4.5.6 Contrast Setting Camera image contrast level is adjustable, ranging from 1 to 11. 4.5.7 Saturation Setting Camera image saturation level is adjustable;...

  • Page 75: Wdr Function

    4.5.10 WDR Function The Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) function is for solving high contrast or changing light issues so that enhances better video display. The WDR is adjustable from level 1 to 4. Higher level of WDR represents wider dynamic range, so that he IP Camera can catch a greater scale of brightness.

  • Page 76: 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 77: Appendix A: Technical Specifications

    Appendix A: Technical Specifications Camera Image Sensor 1/3" Sony Progressive CCD Picture Elements 1280(H) x 960 (V) Color 0.03 lux @ F1.2 Minimum Illumination 0.001 lux @ F1.2 Shutter Speed 1~ 1/10000 sec. White Balance Manual / ATW (1500 ~ 15000K) Lens Lens Mount CS mount Lens...
  • Page 78 Output Photo relay output 300VDC/AC Network Interface 10/100 Mb Ethernet (RJ-45) TCP/IP, UDP, RTP, RTSP, HTTP, ICMP, FTP, SMTP, DHCP Protocol and IGMP Password Levels User and Administrator Internet Browser Internet Explorer (6.0+) User Account Mechanical Power 3 pins terminal block Ethernet RJ-45 Micro SD...

  • Page 79: Appendix B: Internet Security Settings

    Appendix B: Internet Security Settings If ActiveX control installation is blocked, please either set Internet security level to default or change ActiveX controls and plug-ins settings. 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>...
  • Page 80 Step 4: Down the page, press “Default Level” (see the figure above) and click “OK” to confirm the setting. Close the browser window, and open a new one later when accessing the IP Camera. ActiveX Controls and Plug-ins Settings Step 1~3: Refer to the previous section above. Step 4: Down the page, press “Custom Level”...
  • Page 81 The Security Settings screen is displayed as below: 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.

  • Page 82: 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 83 Step 3: Click “Finish” to close the DC Viewer installation page. Then, the IP Camera’s Home page will display as follows: NOTE: Please note that the function buttons will vary depending on the camera model.

  • Page 84: Appendix D: Install Upnp Components

    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”. Step 2: Click on “Add/Remove Windows Components” in the Add or Remove Programs page.
  • Page 85 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 86 Step 5: Click “Next” in the Windows Components Wizard page. Step 6: Click “Finish” to complete installation.

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