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Copyright All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without written permission of the EverFocus Electronics Corporation. EverFocus 12F-1, No.79, Sec. 1, Shin-Tai Wu Road,...
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- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Warning: Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by EverFocus or parties authorized by EverFocus could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:...
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Precautions Do not install the camera near electric or magnetic fields. Install the camera away from TV/radio transmitters, magnets, electric motors, transformers and audio speakers since the electromagnetic fields generated from these devices may distort the video image or otherwise interfere with camera operation. Never disassemble the camera beyond the recommendations in this manual nor introduce materials other than those recommended herein.
CONTENTS Introduction ..........................1 Packing List ............................ 2 Optional Accessory ........................2 Features ............................2 Physical Description ........................3 Dimensions ........................... 3 Cables ............................4 SD Card Slot and Reset Button ...................... 4 Installation ........................... 6 Accessing the Camera ....................... 13 5.1.
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7.1.5.2. Auto Reboot ....................37 7.1.5.3. Restore ......................38 7.1.7 ystem Information ....................... 39 7.1.8 User ..........................40 7.1.9 Serial Communication ....................42 7.1.10 Local Settings ......................42 7.2. Camera Settings .......................... 44 7.2.1 Streaming and Audio ....................44 7.2.1.1. Audio Settings ....................
The stainless steel series conforms to ONVIF for compatibility with other network video devices. You can also use EverFocus Mobile applications to remotely view the live views of the cameras through your iOS or android handheld devices; or use EverFocus CMS to remotely manage multiple IP devices connected on the network.
2. Contact the shipper if any items appear to have been damaged in the shipping process. 1.2 Optional Accessory You can go to the product page on EverFocus’ website to check the related optional accessories. www.everfocus.com.tw Features 4M CMOS sensor •...
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras Physical Description EDN288MS / EDN368MS / EDN468MS EZN288MS / EZN368MS / EZN468MS No. Item Name Descriptions Light Sensor Detects lights. EDN Series: 12 IR LEDs for infrared illumination in night vision applications. IR LEDs EZN Series: 3 high power IR LEDs for infrared illumination in night vision applications.
Note: This IP Camera supports micro SD/SDHC/SDXC card up to 128GB. You can go to the Download page on the product website to find the Storage Compatibility Table for viewing the tested SD cards. Please visit EverFocus’ Website www.everfocus.com.tw Reset Button: 1.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras EZN288MS / EZN368MS / EZN468MS: To find the SD Card Slot on the camera module, use the supplied Hexagon Wrench to unscrew the 4 screws on the rear side of the camera and then slowly pull out the camera module. After inserting the SD card, place a Desiccant Bag inside the module, put the module back to the housing and then tightly screw back the module.
Installation Please refer to the steps below to mount the IP cameras. EDN288MS / EDN368MS / EDN468MS: 1. Before screwing the camera to the wall/ceiling, stick the Mounting Sticker on the wall/ceiling to mark the position for installation. Drill three screw holes on the wall/ceiling according to the Mounting Sticker.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 4. Connect a LAN/PoE cable to the camera. a. Remove the Screw Cap from the Cable Gland. Screw Cap Cable Gland b. Insert a RJ-45 network cable (without the RJ-45 connector on the one end) through the supplied Waterproof Ring, Cable Gland, Stopper and Screw Cap accordingly.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 6. Connect a monitor to the Video Output on the IP camera to access camera live view while adjusting camera angles. To access camera live view, please refer to 5. Accessing the Camera. Video Output To adjust camera angles: Pan Adjustment: Simply turn left / right of the 3-Axis bracket by 75°...
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras Tilt Adjustment: Loosen the two tilt screws on both side and adjust the angle up to 75° to the desired position, then tighten the tilt screws. Tilt Screw 0° ~ 75° 7. Place the supplied Desiccant Bag, tear down the Protection Film from the inside of the cover and then screw the camera cover back.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras EZN288MS / EZN368MS / EZN468MS: 1. Optionally screw the sunshield to the camera (please refer to 1.2 Optional Accessory. 2. Optionally insert a micro SD/SDHC/SDXC card into the card slot. Please refer to 3. SD Card Slot and Reset Button.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 5. Connect a LAN/PoE cable to the camera. a. Remove the Screw Cap from the Cable Gland. Screw Cap Cable Gland b. Insert a RJ-45 network cable (without the RJ-45 connector on the one end) through the supplied Waterproof Ring, Cable Gland, Stopper and Screw Cap accordingly.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7. Access the camera live view while adjusting camera tilt angle. Loosen the screws to adjust the tilt angle. To access the camera live view, please refer to 5. Accessing the Camera. Cable Screws 0° ~ 210° Note: Before start operating the IP camera, please ensure the camera date and time are correct.
You can look up the IP address and access the Web interface of the IP camera using the IP Utility (IPU) program, which is included in the software CD. The IP Utility can also be downloaded from EverFocus’ Website: http://www.everfocus.com.tw/product/ip-utility/. Please connect the IP camera on the same LAN of your computer.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 4. If you log in for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to update the latest Plugin version (ePlayer). After reloading the webpage, the login window pops up again. Type the user ID and password to log in again.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 6. To optionally configure the Machine Name, IP Address, IP Type or Port Number using the IPU: a. Log in the device by checking the desired model and then click the Log in icon. The Log in dialog box appears.
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To set up a static IP: By default, EverFocus’ IP cameras are set up with DHCP. To change the IP setting to static IP, select Static IP from IP Type drop-down list and set up the desired IP Address, for example, 192.168.31.67.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 5.2. Settings for Microsoft Internet Explorer If you have difficulties viewing live view or upgrading firmware, it is suggested to complete the following settings of your computer. 1. If your PC or laptop is running with Windows, it’ s required to run the browser as administrator when first entering the remote web page of the device.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 5.3. Connecting the Camera to the Network There are three methods to connect the IP camera to the network: Router or LAN Connection, Direct High-Speed Connection and One-to-One Connection. Router or LAN connection This is the most common connection in which the IP camera is connected to a router and allows multiple users on and off site to see the IP camera on a LAN / WAN (Internet).
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras Direct High-Speed Connection In a Direct High-Speed Connection, the camera connects directly to a modem without the need for a router. You need to set the static or dynamic WAN IP address assigned by your ISP (Internet Service Provider) in the camera’s configuration web pages.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 5.4. Live View Window 1. Home Click the tab to display the Live View window. On the Live View Window, you can directly operate the zoom in / out by scrolling your mouse wheel over the image. 2.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7. Event signal icons When an event is triggered, the alarm icon at the top of the Live View window will turn red and blink to alert the user. Click the icon to view the alarm information. On the pop-up window, click Disarming / Arming to stop / start prompting alarm information, click Clear Alarm to remove the current alarm information from the list.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 6 Quick Setup Panel On the Live View Window, click the Streaming, Camera or Lens CTRL tabs on the top will display the Quick Setup Panel. You can click the ▶ button to display the panel over the live view. Click the ◀ button to fix the panel on the right-side.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 6.2 Camera Click the Camera tab to display the camera quick setup panel. Brightness: Slide the bar to adjust brightness. Hue: Slide the bar to adjust hue. Saturation: Slide the bar to adjust saturation. Contrast: Slide the bar to adjust contrast. Sharpness: Slide the bar to adjust sharpness.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras Note: By default, the system will automatically adjust the IR LED strength according to the scene, so please avoid IR reflection when installing the camera to prevent from the out-of-focus issue at night. Under Auto focus mode, if the camera does not focus after switching the Day/Night mode, it is recommended to switch the focus mode to Manual and adjust focus manually.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7 System Click the System tab on the Live View Window to enter the setting page. Click the item of the one you want to configure on the left-side menu to display the details.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.1. System Settings 7.1.1. Network You can configure network-related settings, including IP, Multicast, DHCP, DDNS and Port on this page. Click the tab of the one you want to see. 7.1.1.1. IP Settings Enter the IPv4 details in this area, which applies to your system. IPV4: Click the radio to enable IPv4 (Internet Protocol version 4), and then enter the IPv4 details in this area.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras Subnet Mask: This field is used to set the subnet mask for your network, so that the IP camera will be recognized within the network. Example: 255.255.255.0. When DHCP is selected, the DHCP server will assign this value automatically. Gateway: This field is used to set the gateway for your network so that the IP camera will be recognized within the network.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.1.1.2. Multicast Settings Enable if required. Fill in the setting options for main stream / sub stream video and audio (Note: The Stainless Steel models do not support audio function). For more details, please refer to Appendix B.
(Dyndns, PeanutHull, NO-IP, 3322 and DnsDynamic). If you choose the EverFocus DDNS server, you can obtain a free host name from EverFocus. From EverFocus: To obtain a free host name from EverFocus, type a desired host name in the Domain field (there is no need to enter username / password).
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In certain router models, it is possible that you will not be able to access the camera using DDNS while inside the router’s network. Please try using a PC located outside of your router’s network. Default Ports on All EverFocus IP Cameras: HTTP: 80 RTSP: 554...
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.1.2. Date / Time You can set up the system’s time, NTP server and DST. Click the item of the one you want to configure. Note: Before start operating the IP camera, please make sure the camera date and time are correct.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras Enable: Check the box to enable NTP function. NTP Server Address: Enter the Network Time Protocol server, if applicable. The camera’s time will be automatically adjusted by synchronizing with the NTP server. NTP Port: Enter the Network Time Protocol port. The default port number is 123. Interval for Time Sync: Input the interval time for automatic time synchronization with NTP.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.1.3. Schedule Record You can set up schedule record for the camera. This page will only appear when a micro SD card has been inserted to the card slot (please refer to 3.3 SD Card Slot and Reset Button). To set up a Record Schedule: 1.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.1.4. Storage You can check the SD Card utility or format the SD Card using this page. If a micro SD card has been inserted to the micro SD card slot of the camera, the micro SD card information will be displayed in this field, such as capacity, available free space and record status.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.1.5. Display and Overlay You can enable displaying camera information on the live view / backup images using this page. Camera Title: Check the Show box to enable the Camera Title function. Type a name in the column to change the title.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.1.6. System Maintenance 7.1.5.1. Upgrade Firmware Click the Browse button to find a previously prepared firmware upgrade file. Click the Upload button to install the new firmware. You can also upgrade firmware using IP Utility, see Upgrading Firmware Using IP Utility.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.1.5.2. Auto Reboot Select OFF to disable the Auto Reboot function, or select an interval for the Auto Reboot function from Every Day, Every Week or One Time. The IP camera will automatically reboot at the specified time.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.1.5.3. Restore Save Config: To make a backup file of the machine’s current configurations, click this button to export all the configurations to a configuration file. This will enable the user to reload these configuration settings if the settings are changed and there is unexpected behavior. Load Config: Click to import a previously prepared configuration file and then apply the parameters from the configuration file to the system.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.1.7. System Information You can check the system information or set up NTSC / PAL on this page. Device Name: If required, enter a desired name for the machine. This name will be visible in the Machine Name field of the IP Utility software.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.1.8. User The system administrator can create user accounts on this page. To add a user account: 1. Click the Create User button and the following dialog box appears. 2. Type the user name and password for the account. Type the password again in the Confirm PWD field.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras To modify a user account: 1. Click the Modify button in the Operation column. The following dialog box appears. 2. Edit the user name and password. Type the password again in the Confirm PWD field. 3.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.1.9. Serial Communication The function is currently reserved. Protocol: Select a protocol from Pelco-D or Pelco-P. Address: Enter the address from 0 to 255. Baud Rate: This field is to set the speed at which is used to transmit instruction or information through the RS-485 port (reserved) on the video encoder.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras Playback Snapshot: Type the storage path for snapshots captured in the Playback page. File Snapshot: Type the storage path for snapshots captured in the File page. Backup file: Type the storage path for recording files backed up in the Playback page. Live View Recording: Type the storage path for recordings recorded in the Home page (Live View window).
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.2. Camera Settings You can configure camera related settings, such as video, audio, image and privacy mask. 7.2.1. Streaming and Audio 7.2.1.1. Audio Settings The Stainless Steel models do not support the Audio function. The camera can transmit audio to your computer if you have connected an external line-in audio device to its audio Input.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.2.1.2. Stream Settings Compress Type: Select from Main Stream or Sub Stream. Stream: Select from Video Stream (video only) or Complex Stream (video & audio). Note that the Stainless Steel models do not support the Audio function. Resolution: Select the most suitable resolution for your needs.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.2.1.3. Privacy Mask Settings The Privacy Mask can block out sensitive areas from view, covering the areas with black boxes in both live view and recorded clips. This feature is useful when users’ don’t want the sensitive information visible.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.2.2. Camera Day/Night Mode Mode: Select a mode from the drop-down list. The default Day/Night mode is Auto(Light sensor). Auto(Light sensor): Select to let the camera automatically switch to Day mode (color images) • or Night mode (black and white images with IR LED on) based on the light sensor’s detection on the light level.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras Night to Day: You can configure the sensitivity for Auto(AGC) Day/Night Mode ranging from 0-255. The camera will automatically switch from night mode to day mode based on the setup sensitivity. The default value is 35. Light Board Control Mode: Select a mode (OFF, Manual, Auto) from the drop-down list.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras Shutter: For Manual Exposure mode, you can further configure the Shutter value. If enabled, this setting lets you set the shutter speed yourself (measured in fractions of a second). Aperture Lens: Select a mode from Manual or Semiautomatic. The default Iris mode is Semiautomatic. Gamma Gamma: Users can use this field to optimize video quality of the monitor.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.2.3. Image Mirror: Select a mirror mode from OFF, Horizontal Mirror, Vertical Mirror, 180 degree Rotation, 90 degree Rotation or 270 degree Rotation. The default Mirror mode is Close. Horizontal Mirror: The image will be rotated horizontally around a vertical axis. •...
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.3. Event Settings You can set up the Motion Detection event or Tampering Detection event to automatically notify the users when an event occurs. 7.3.1. Event 7.3.1.1. Motion Settings Use this page to configure the area in which motion will be detected, and set up schedules to active alarm functions.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 3. Set up schedules to active the alarm functions and send alarm notification. Check the box of the desired section to configure the schedule, and select a start / end time from the drop-down list for the section. 4.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.3.1.2. Tamper Detection Settings Use this page to configure the area in which tampering will be detected and set up schedules to active alarm functions. When a tampering is detected by the camera, the alarm icon at the top of the Live View window will turn red and blink to alert the user.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras Snapshot: Check the box to enable taking snapshots to the micro SD Card when an event occurs. You can further configure the Snapshot settings including Snapshot Interval and Snapshot No.. For example, if you set up the Snapshot Interval to 5 and Snapshot No. to 3, system will take 3 snapshots every 5 seconds.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 1. Select a camera’s Alarm Input channel from the drop-down list and check the Enable box to enable this channel. After enabling this channel, you can further configure the Alarm Input schedules and event reactions. 2.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.3.1.4. Alarm Output The Stainless Steel models do not support the Alarm function. Output Relay Status: Select Normally Open or Normally Close from the drop-down list. Output Delay: Select the duration (5 seconds - 10 minutes) for the buffer. This will determine the length of time after the event trigger moment that the external alarm device will keep alarming.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.3.1.5. Exception Settings Exception Type: Select an exception type from Network Broken, IP Address Conflict or Illegal Access. Record: Check the box to enable recording to the micro SD Card when an event occurs. Alarm Output: Check the box to enable triggering the external alarm device. After complete the settings, click Save to apply the settings.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.3.2. Notification 7.3.2.1. Email Settings Sender Address: Input the sender’s e-mail address, so that the receiver can recognize the sender when an event message is received. Password: Input the user’s login password if the SMTP server requires authentication. Confirm PWD: Type the password again to confirm it.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.4. Search and Play You can remotely play back the recordings stored in the on-camera micro SD card on the Playback page, or play back the snapshots / recordings stored in the computer on the File page. 7.4.1.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras Fast: Click to speed up the playback speed (switch between 2, 4, 8 and 16). Capture: Click to take a snapshot. Backup: Click and a Video Download window will pop up. To back up the recording: 1.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.4.2. File File is a tool to check all the snapshots, recordings and backup files in the on-camera micro SD card or the local storage. To search and then view the snapshot / recording file: 1.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 3. Click the + node of the desired date folder to list all files captured or recorded on this date. 4. Double-click on the file to display it. Control Panel: Start / Pause: Click to play the file. Click to pause playing.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 7.4.3. View Log To search the system log: 1. On the left-side panel, click on the Main Type drop-down list to select a log type from All, Alarm, Exception Settings, Operation and Setup. 2. Click on the Start/End Time column to bring up the calendar and then select a start/end date. 3.
Upgrading Firmware Using IP Utility You can upgrade the Firmware using the IP Utility software included in the software CD. The IP Utility can also be downloaded from EverFocus’ Website: http://www.everfocus.com.tw/product/ip-utility/ Please connect the IP camera on the same LAN of your computer.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras Click the Upgrade Firmware button , a browsing window appears. Select the firmware file (.evb) and then click Open. The IPU will automatically upgrade the firmware. The camera will reboot once the upgrade process is complete.
A. Tested Card Brands This IP Camera supports micro SD / SDHC card up to 128GB. You can go to the Download page on the product website to find the Storage Compatibility Table for tested SD cards. Please visit EverFocus’ Website www.everfocus.com.tw...
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(System > System Settings > Network > Multicast Settings > Enable Multicast) 3. Go to the setting page of the router / switch to enable the Multicast function. Here we use a D-Link DIR655 router and EverFocus 24-port switch for example. 4. The Multicast function setup is now complete.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras C. RTSP URL Syntax Following is the RTSP URL syntax of EverFocus’ IP cameras. rtsp://[device-ip-address]/ch1_[main] * [device-ip-address] is the IP address of the IP camera * [main] is for Main Stream; [sub] is for Sub Stream For example, if the IP address of the IP camera is 192.168.37.55, the RTSP URL (main stream / sub stream)
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras D. Setting up Port Forwarding Function IP Camera port forwarding can be used when users need to access a certain IP camera from outside of the local network where the IP camera is connected to. To enable the IP camera port forwarding function, you have to configure the port forwarding settings both on the IP camera and the router (UPnP-enabled).
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Enter the port numbers and check the Enable UPnP box to enable the port forwarding function. Click the Save button. The default ports of all EverFocus’ IP cameras are as below. You can change the port numbers if necessary. Be sure the port numbers setup on the router match the ones setup here.
Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras E. Setting up DDNS Function If you set up your IP Camera with DHCP network, the IP address of your IP Camera may change at different times for different reasons, particularly after a power failure. The changing IP address of the IP Camera may cause you difficulties accessing the IP Camera.
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Stainless Steel 2MP/3MP/4MP Network Cameras 2. On the Network Setting page (Setting > System Settings > Network > IP Settings), configure the IP Settings, keep the default Port Settings and then click the Save button. If Static IP is selected: Enter the IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and the DNS Server. ...
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4. The DDNS setup is now complete. Open a browser and enter the domain name (http://[host name].everfocusddns.com) in the address field. The Web interface of the device should be displayed. For example, if you’ve obtained the host name “HQtest” from EverFocus DDNS server, enter http://HQtest.everfocusddns.com in the address field of the browser.
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