This allows you to use OvrC, a powerful remote maintenance tool. See OvrC.com for details. In addition, your client can use the Luma Surveillance mobile app to check on the camera from anywhere. For installation using this guide, you must be able to access this camera through a personal computer. If your surveillance system is not on a network, you’ll have to use the NVR’s local interface for installation.
The performance and lifespan of the SD card (if used) is affected by temperature. For best results, use this device in temperatures ranging from -20–140 °F for the 500 series, or from -40–140 °F for the 700 series. Clean this device with a dry cloth. Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning the device, especially the lens.
Luma 500/700 Series Bullet IP Camera Installation Before you start, ensure that the device is in good condition and all the assembly parts are included. Also ensure that your recorder has the very latest firmware. Use OvrC to update the firmware, or consult your NVR manual.
Luma 500/700 Series Bullet IP Camera Your Camera Sunshade Before installing, familiarize yourself with the parts of your camera. Adjustment Screw Sunshade Video Port Reset Button Level Elbow Base Screw Screw Screw Access Panel SD Card Access panel Slot underneath...
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Luma 500/700 Series Bullet IP Camera Installation with an NVR If you are installing with an NVR, follow these instructions. Otherwise, follow the instructions starting on the next page. 1. Ensure your NVR has the latest firmware. If it does not, your NVR may be unable to locate and activate your camera.
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Luma 500/700 Series Bullet IP Camera Installation Without an NVR Install and Run the Luma Utility Use the Luma Utility to locate your camera and set it up. Visit your product page at SnapAV.com and download the Luma Utility installer from the Support tab.
Luma 500/700 Series Bullet IP Camera Activate the Camera Click on the entry for your camera to view its details. If the camera is inactive, use the text boxes at the lower right of the Luma utility window to activate the camera by creating a new secure password.
Luma 500/700 Series Bullet IP Camera Edit the Network Settings Suggested Best Practices: Ensure the Enable DHCP box is activated. In your router, reserve an IP address and assign it to the camera’s MAC address (found on its box). See your router’s documentation for details.
Luma 500/700 Series Bullet IP Camera Physical Installation 1. Drill a cable hole and pilot holes for your screws in the mounting surface, using the supplied template shown. The cable hole needs to be at least 1 inch wide. 2. CAUTION! Before terminating your RJ45 for an outdoor install, you must weatherproof it! See the next page for details.
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Luma 500/700 Series Bullet IP Camera Weatherproofing the PoE Cable 1. Before terminating the RJ45 cable , slide it through the lock nut , the thick rubber gasket , and the weatherproof endcap ...
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Luma 500/700 Series Bullet IP Camera Start the Web Interface Open your browser and navigate to the camera’s IP address. Below the login area, you may see: “Please click here to download and install the plug-in. Close the browser when installing the plug-in.” If so, download the plug-in and close all browser windows.
Luma 500/700 Series Bullet IP Camera Adjust the Camera 1. This camera has an elbow joint flanked by two rotational joints for perfect pan and tilt control. Loosen the three hex screws in the camera. Check the camera’s aim using either the camera’s web-based UI, the Luma Surveillance app, or a CC tester.
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Luma 500/700 Series Bullet IP Camera Adjust the Zoom and Focus (700 only) The 700 series has a motorized varifocal lens. To adjust the focus, return to the live screen (see page 12) and click the PTZ icon . This opens up the PTZ menu on your screen.
Luma 500/700 Series Bullet IP Camera Set Up Dynamic DNS DDNS allows you to connect to your surveillance system from anywhere, via the Internet, using a web address that’s easy to remember. Click on the Settings Menu icon (page 12) and navigate to Basic Network Settings > DDNS.
Luma 500/700 Series Bullet IP Camera Add Additional Users Click on User Management. Click the Add button. Enter the new account’s user name and password. Account names can be up to 32 characters long. If you are using an NVR, to ensure compatibility with the NVR’s local interface, user names should contain numbers and letters only.
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Luma 500/700 Series Bullet IP Camera Calibrate the Camera’s Clock Click on System Settings > Time Settings. Synchronize the Time At the top, choose your time zone. By default, the system uses network time protocol (NTP) to synchronize your system to Coordinated Universal Time.
3-Year Limited Warranty This Luma Surveillance™ product has a 3-Year Limited Warranty. This warranty includes parts and labor repairs on all components found to be defective in material or workmanship under normal conditions of use. This warranty shall not apply to products that have been abused, modified or disassembled.
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