UNIVIEW IPC540 Series Quick Manual

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Manual Version: V1.01

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  • Page 1: Quick Guide

    Network Box Cameras Quick Guide Manual Version: V1.01...
  • Page 2 Copyright Copyright 2015 Zhejiang Uniview Technologies Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be copied, reproduced, translated, or distributed in any form or by any means without prior consent in writing from our company.
  • Page 3 Disclaimer The default password is used for your first login. To ensure account security, please change the password after your first login. You are recommended to set a strong password (no less than eight characters). To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the ...
  • Page 4: Environmental Protection

    information leakage caused by cyber attack, hacking or virus in connection with the use of this product. Video and audio surveillance can be regulated by laws that  vary from country to country. Check the law in your local region before using this product for surveillance purposes. We shall not be held responsible for any consequences resulting from illegal operations of the device.
  • Page 5 Safety and Compliance Information Safety Symbols The symbols in the following table may be found on installation-related equipment. Be aware of the situations indicated and take necessary safety precautions during equipment installation and maintenance. Symbol Description Generic alarm symbol: To suggest a general safety concern.
  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Symbol Description malfunction to product. NOTE! Indicates useful or supplemental information about the use of product. Safety Information Installation and removal of the unit and its accessories must be carried out by qualified personnel. Please read all of the safety instructions below before installation and operation.
  • Page 7 gently. If the camera will not be used for an extended period of time, put on the lens cap to protect the sensor from dirt. Do not aim the camera lens at the strong light such as sun or  incandescent lamp.
  • Page 8 not recommended) and big universal joint to ensure the stability of the camera. Do not connect the power adapter to the camera after it is  connected to the mains supply. You are not allowed to remove the power cord from the camera before powering off the adapter.
  • Page 9 inserted to the Ethernet copper interface, because the optical port takes precedence in this case). Maintenance If there is dust on the lens or the front glass surface, remove  the dust gently using an oil-free brush or a rubber dust blowing ball.
  • Page 10: Regulatory Compliance

    Never look at the transmit laser while the power is on.  Never look directly at the fiber ports and the fiber cable ends when they are powered on. Use of controls or adjustments to the performance or  procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser emissions.
  • Page 11 interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 12 WEEE Directive–2002/96/EC The product this manual refers to is covered by the Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and must be disposed of in a responsible manner.
  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Appearance Description ............1 Dimensions and Appearance ........... 1 4 Pin Z/F Interface ............... 2 Rear View ................3 Cable Connection ..............6 Status Indicator ................ 7 2 Mount Your Camera .............. 8 Mount the SFP Module (Optional) ........... 8 Mount the Wi-Fi Antenna ............
  • Page 14 3 Set Your Camera over the LAN ..........19 4 Access Your Camera .............. 20 System Requirements for Your PC ......... 21 Access Your Camera ............... 22 Install the ActiveX ..............23...
  • Page 15: Appearance Description

    Appearance Description The appearance and interfaces may vary with your camera model. The figures in the manual are for your reference only. For the actual appearance and interfaces, see the product. Dimensions and Appearance 71mm(2.8") 148mm (5.8") 65mm (2.6") 140mm (5.5") 1: Dustproof cover for lens interface 2: Lens mounting interface (CS mount) 3: DC-Iris control interface...
  • Page 16: Pin Z/F Interface

    6: Mounting interface (for connecting a bracket) 4 Pin Z/F Interface Description Description FOCUS+ FOCUS- ZOOM- ZOOM+ For the latest specifications, see the product datasheet.
  • Page 17: Rear View

    Rear View Type A...
  • Page 18 Type B LINE IN LINE OUT DC12V AC24V PWR VIDEO OUT LINK LINK/ACT 100/1000BASE-TX(POE) 1000BASE-X G DO+ DO- ALM IN ALM OUT RS485 1: BNC Output for locally outputting compound video signals 2: Audio input interface Note: Please use audio connectors with dual channels. 3: Audio output interface Note: Please use audio connectors of dual audio channels.
  • Page 19 8: Ethernet copper interface, with some models supporting PoE (conforming to IEEE802.3af) 9: Ethernet optical interface data transmission indicator 10: Grounding terminal 11: RST button Note: Press and hold the RST button for about 15 seconds to restore factory default settings. The RST button only works within ten minutes after the device is powered on.
  • Page 20: Cable Connection

    Cable Connection LINE IN LINE OUT VIDEO OUT LINK Network LINK ACT 10/100BASE-TX(POE) 100BASE-FX 1 2 G DO+ DO- D+ D- ALM INALM OUT RS485 1: Display device 2: Audio input(sound pickup) 3: Audio output(sound box) 4: Power adapter 5: Network 6: Alarm output(alarm indicator) 7: Alarm input device(voice activated switch) 8: RS485 connection(vehicle detector)
  • Page 21: Status Indicator

    Status Indicator For Ethernet optical interface on Type B cameras, the LINK/ACT indicator on the panel works as the network connection indicator and data transmission indicator at the same time. Indicator Abbreviation Color & Description Yellow: The camera is starting System status Green: The camera is operating...
  • Page 22: Mount Your Camera

    Mount Your Camera The following takes Type A series cameras as an example. Mount the SFP Module (Optional) The SFP optical module is supported by some models  and needs to be purchased separately. Select a proper optical module according to the ...
  • Page 23: Mount The Wi-Fi Antenna

    Insert the SFP optical module recommended by your dealer. Connect the optical fiber plug and the optical module. Mount the Wi-Fi Antenna Only certain models support Wi-Fi.
  • Page 24 Mount the Wi-Fi antenna, and check that the antenna is in position. Aim the thread end of the Wi-Fi antenna at the bolt of the antenna port. Adjust the direction of the Wi-Fi antenna as required.
  • Page 25: Insert The Sd/Micro Sd Card (Optional)

    Insert the SD/Micro SD Card (Optional) For details about recommended SD/Micro SD card  specifications, contact your dealer. For Type B cameras, Micro SD slots do not have  dustproof covers, skip steps opening/closing dustproof cover. Do not hot plug the SD/Micro SD card after it is ...
  • Page 26: Wall Mount (Without Housing)

    Insert the SD/Micro SD card as instructed. Reinstall the dustproof cover. Wall Mount (Without Housing) Wall mount is applicable to indoor installation, and requires you to purchase a bracket and prepare other necessary accessories (such as electric drill and hammer). Pendant mount is similar to wall mount and therefore is not described separately.
  • Page 27 Locate the positions of the holes. Locate the positions of the holes on the wall by referring to the bracket mount points. Lead the cables across the hole on the wall. Drill holes on the wall. Select a drill bit matching the outer diameter of the expansion bolts.
  • Page 28 Mount the expansions bolts. Knock in the expansions bolts, making sure that they are firm. Mount the bracket onto the wall. Lead cables out of the leading-out hole of the bracket. Fix the bracket to the expansion bolts, and lock the bracket by using flat washers, spring washers, and nuts.
  • Page 29 Mount the lens and then mount the camera onto the bracket. ¼ -20 UNC Perform accurate adjusting after power-on. If you use a C-mount interface lens, you need a C/CS  adapter ring to mount the C-mount lens to the camera body.
  • Page 30: Install The Camera In A Housing

    Install the Camera in a Housing A housing is required for outdoor installation, and you need to purchase a bracket and prepare necessary accessories (such as screwdrivers). The following takes pole mount as an example. Other mount modes are similar and are not be described separately in this guide.
  • Page 31 Fix the bottom plate and the housing. Tighten four self-tapping screws through hardy holes. Fix the universal joint onto the back panel of the housing. Loosen the two screws on the universal joint to fix it to the housing. ¼ -20 UNC...
  • Page 32 Fasten the clamps and secure the steel straps to the cross arm. Lead cables through the pole and out of the cross arm, waiting to be connected. Fix the housing on the steel straps. Adjust the universal joint and the housing until the monitoring direction is proper.
  • Page 33: Reset The Camera To Default Settings

    After the camera is powered on, adjust the display of your camera. For the detailed steps, see Access Your Camera. Reset the Camera to Default Settings Use a toothpick or clip to press and hold the RST button (as shown in the figures in Rear View) at the bottom for about 15 seconds till the PWR LED turns red.
  • Page 34: Access Your Camera

    Connect your camera and your PC as shown in the figure below to ensure the routing is available. Use EZStation to search online cameras automatically. Modify the camera settings if necessary, including its IP address and subnet mask. The default IP address is “192.168.0.13”. The default ...
  • Page 35: System Requirements For Your Pc

    System Requirements for Your PC Item Requirements Microsoft Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows XP Operating (32-bit or 64-bit). Microsoft Windows 7 (32-bit) is system recommended. 2.0 GHz or higher, dual-core. Intel i3 CPU or higher is recommended. Memory At least 1 GB. 2 GB (or higher) is recommended. At least 128 MB display memory.
  • Page 36: Access Your Camera

    Access Your Camera Before you begin, check that: Your camera is operating properly and connected to the  network. The PC you are using is installed with Internet Explorer 7.0  or later. IE 8.0 is recommended. Follow these steps to access your camera through the Web: Open your browser, input the IP address of your camera (default IP is 192.168.0.13) in the address bar and then press Enter to open the login page.
  • Page 37: Install The Activex

    You can connect the local video output interface on  your camera to your monitor. When video is displayed on your monitor, adjust the zoom and focus of your camera while watching the display till you get a satisfying display. For manual lens, adjust zoom and focus by turning the ...
  • Page 38 Click Run. You may also click Save to download the file to your computer first. Close the browser and follow the steps to complete the installation. For your first login with Windows 7, if the system does  not prompt you to install ActiveX, follow these steps to turn off UAC: click the Start button, and then click Control Panel.
  • Page 39 BOM: 3101C0BW...

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