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- Page 1 CAM1215 HD Cube IP Camera www.zyxel.com Copyright © 2015 ZyXEL Communications Corporation...
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Page 2: Welcome
Welcome Thank you for purchasing this network camera. The camera adopts the Progressive Scan technology with low-bit-rate video compression, providing the high image resolution, outstanding picture quality, real time performance, and clear image under motion for your surveillance solution. The camera comes with a browser-based configuration utility that allows you to integrate it into your network easily. -
Page 3: Disclaimer
Disclaimer The manufacturer operates a policy of ongoing development. The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes and improvements to any of the products described in this document without prior notice. The manufacturer does not warrant that this document is error-free. Not all models are available in all regions. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Welcome....................2 Important information for using the manual ......... 2 Disclaimer .................... 3 Copyright ..................... 3 Contents ....................4 Chapter 1. Knowing Your Camera ............5 Package contents ................5 Camera components and functions............. 5 System requirements................7 Camera features .................. 7 Chapter 2. -
Page 5: Chapter 1. Knowing Your Camera
Chapter 1 Knowing Your Camera Package contents Check the following items that are included in the package. Contact the authorized dealer of your locale immediately if any item contained is damaged or missing. One network camera One DC power adapter* ... - Page 6 Lens assembly The lens assembly is equipped with a focus ring, allowing you to adjust the focus manually to capture clear image. Built-in microphone The internal microphone allows the camera to receive sound and voice on the spot. Built-in speaker The internal speaker allows the camera to broadcast sound and voice.
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Page 7: System Requirements
System requirements When the camera is installed in your network for remote surveillance applications, ensure the computer is in good network connection and meet system requirements as below: Minimum system requirement for connecting one camera CPU: Pentium 4 class, 2.0GHz Memory: 512MB RAM Hard disk drive: 500MB of available space GPU: AGP card, 128MB RAM;... -
Page 8: Chapter 2. Hardware And Software Installation
Chapter 2 Hardware and Software Installation Installing the camera stand The camera is designed with a camera stand hook-up located on the back panel. Install the camera to the camera stand by screwing the swivel base to the hook-up, and then you can mount the camera stand on the wall (or ceiling) through the two screw holes*. -
Page 9: Connecting The Cables
Connecting the cables Connecting the Ethernet cable Use the RJ-45 type Ethernet cable to connect the camera to your local area network (LAN). Plug one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the bottom panel of the camera and the other end to an active port on the switch/router of the network. -
Page 10: Applications Of The Camera
Applications of the Camera The camera installed in your network can be applied in multiple applications, including: Monitor different places, such as baby room/workshop, and objects remotely via the Internet or Intranet. Capture still images and record video clips. ... -
Page 11: Installing Software
Installing software The camera setup wizard, CameraSetupWizard, that comes with your camera is a convenient utility to search the connected camera within the network from your computer. To install the utility on your computer: Insert the Installation CD into the computer’s CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive. The CD Menu should pop up automatically. -
Page 12: Chapter 3. Managing The Camera
Chapter 3 Managing the Camera Setting up the camera’s networking by setup wizard CameraSetupWizard tool lets you configure your camera’s networking easily and quickly. The wizard will guide you through the necessary settings step-by-step. Launch CameraSetupWizard on your computer. Select the camera you want and then click Wizard. When prompted, enter the User Name and Password to access the camera. -
Page 13: Accessing The Camera's Configuration Utility
Accessing the camera’s Configuration Utility You can manage the camera via the computer’s Web browser easily. The following sections will guide you through the basic and advanced settings of the camera by using the browser-based Configuration Utility. You can access the camera through CameraSetupWizard or via Internet Explorer: ... -
Page 14: Using The Configuration Utility
Using the Configuration Utility The Main screen of the Configuration Utility provides you with many useful information and functions, including the menus on the left column, the control buttons on the top of the screen, and the Live View area for displaying the real-time video image. You can also change the display language from the Language drop-down menu. -
Page 15: Network Setting
Network Setting This sub-menu allows you to select the IP address mode and set up the related configuration. Ethernet Interface: Select the Use DHCP option when your network uses the DHCP server. When the camera starts up, it will be assigned an IP address from the DHCP server automatically. - Page 16 WLAN This sub-menu is available for wireless model only. Select On from the Wireless Enable drop-down menu to enable this feature. The available wireless network will be automatically displayed in the list. You can search the wireless network manually by clicking Refresh. Wireless Setting: When the wireless function is enabled, it is recommended to set the authentication method for the wireless network to secure the camera from...
- Page 17 When the authentication method is set as Open or Shared, you need to select the Default Key ID and then enter the WEP key(s) in the Key1/2/3/4 option. When the authentication method is set as WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK, you need to enter the Shared Key that must match the Pre-shared key value in the remote device.
- Page 18 DDNS This sub-menu allows you to assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. Select the Enable option to enable this feature. Note: You need to sign up for DDNS service with the service provider before configuring this feature and accessing the server.
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Page 19: Audio/Video Setting
Manual Update: You can also enter the date and time manually by selecting the option. Synchronized with PC: Select the option and the date/time settings of the camera will be synchronized with the connected computer. When done, click Save. UPnP This sub-menu allows you to enable of disable the UPnP function for the camera. - Page 20 Audio Format: From the drop-down menu, set the encoding laws as A law (a-law), μ law (u-law) or ACC. The A law option is usually used in European PCM systems and the μ law option is used in American PCM systems. OSD Timer: Select the ON or OFF option from the drop-down menu to display or hide the date &...
- Page 21 Note: The camera supports H.264, MPEG4 and MJPEG compression. The MJPEG mode captures the images in JPEG format, requiring higher bandwidth to view smooth video. You should control the bandwidth of each connection well through the setting options above. When done, click Save. ...
- Page 22 Saturation Adjust the saturation level from 0 ~ 9. The default setting is Sharpness Adjust the sharpness level from 0 ~ 9. The default setting is Video Orientation: In the field, the Mirror / Flip option allow you to mirror the image horizontally / vertically.
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Page 23: Event Setting
Event Setting Motion Detection This sub-menu allows you to set up the motion detection feature of the camera. The camera buffer a 10 seconds pre-record stream. This stream can be record to SD card or network storage. The camera provides three detecting areas. To activate the detecting area, select the Enable option in the Window 1/2/3 fields. - Page 24 Assign specific recording seconds of the video clip when motion detection triggered. Send To: Select the destination to send or store for video clip from the drop-down menu. When done, click Save. This sub-menu allows you set up the FTP server so the camera will be able to upload images per events.
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Page 25: Record
To set up the SMTP server, complete the required settings in the FTP field, including: Server, Port, Connection Security, Recipient, User, and Password. Option Description Server Enter the mail server address. Example: yourmail.com Port Assign the SMTP port. The default SMTP port is 25. Connection Select None, STARTTLS, or SSL/TLS according to the Security... - Page 26 Video Streaming: From the drop-down menu, select the video streaming as Master mode or Slave mode. Recording Storage: The recorded video files will be stored to the MicroSD card (when it is inserted). The status of the inserted MicroSD card will be displayed in the Storage Space field.
- Page 27 Server: Specify the shared network storage server System Type: Choose the server’s OS system from the drop down menu. Share Folder: Assign the path to upload the media User Name: Grant user name on the network storage Password: Grant password on the network storage When done, click Save.
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Page 28: System Setting
System Setting Information This menu displays the current configuration of the camera. Basic This sub-menu lets you manage the port numbers and camera name for the camera. Unicast Start/End port: Set the start port and end port for the unicast service of the camera. The default start port is 5000 and the end port is 6000. - Page 29 Set the transmission of streaming data within the network. The default RTSP (Real Time Streaming Protocol) port is 554. RTSP is a technology that allows you to view streaming media via the network. You can view the real-time video using Quick Time player or RealPlayer. To view the real-time streaming video on your computer, open the Web browser and then enter the RTSP link (for example, rtsp://camera’s IP address/live/0).
- Page 30 When done, click Save. Account This sub-menu lets you manage the users for the camera. Add New User: In the User Name option, enter the user’s name you want to add to use the camera. Then, enter the Password (twice) for the new user. When done, click Add.
- Page 31 To upgrade your camera to the latest firmware (if available), click Browse to locate the firmware file and then click Upgrade. Note: Ensure to keep the camera connected to the power source during the process of upgrading firmware. Backup This menu allows you to save the current configuration of the camera.
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Page 32: Reboot
Authentication Mode: Select the Enable of Disable option to enable or disable the security for the camera. Number of Connections: From the drop-down menu, select the number of users (from 1 to 10) that are allowed to access the camera simultaneously. When done, click Save. -
Page 33: Appendix
Appendix Specifications Model CAM1215 Image sensor 1/4" progressive CMOS sensor Lens Fixed focal length: 4.2 mm Electronic shutter Auto 0 lux (with IR LEDs activated); Min. illumination Bulit-in IR LEDs (automatic illumination < 5 lux) Video H.264 / M-JPEG compression... -
Page 34: Configuring The Ip Address Of The Computer
Dimension (mm) 100(L) x 56 (W) x 40 (D) Weight 80.0 g Emission CE, FCC Configuring the IP Address of the computer The camera’s default IP address is “192.168.1.2”. If you cannot access the camera by entering the default IP address froom the browser, check the settings of your computer. When you connect the camera to your computer directly to configure the camera, you have to set the computer’s IP address to be in the same segment as the camera’s to communicate. -
Page 35: Warnings
Warnings: 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. Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.