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Nexus Camera Configuration
This chapter describes the Nexus configuration parameters that are available through the basic
user login. If you need help during the installation and configuration process, contact your local
FLIR representative or, call 877-773-3547 inside the US.
4.1
Configuration using IP Communications
The camera has an Ethernet connection that allows for configuration and control of the camera
and for streaming video over an IP network. It is possible to control the camera and stream
video from the camera as configured from the factory, without making any changes. However in
most cases the camera will have at least some configuration changes to allow it to connect
with other devices on the existing network. Prior to making changes with the Web Configuration
Tool, be sure you are familiar with the information in Chapter 3 "Web Configuration Tool" on
page 3-1.
Getting the camera IP interface set up and working may require a level of familiarity with
managing IP networks that is new to many security professionals. Prior to configuring the IP
interface and streaming video parameters, make sure you know how to manage and configure
the other equipment in the network (for example, any PC or device that will connect to the
camera, any router or firewall that will carry the IP traffic, and so on). FLIR technical support
can provide limited support in this regard.
The camera comes configured from the factory with a default IP address (192.168.250.116).
If necessary, the camera IP address can be restored to this factory default address by
connecting an RJ-45 loopback device to the Ethernet port. See "Restoring the Factory Network
Settings" on page 2-9.
4.1.1
IP Configuration Steps
Assuming the existing network uses IP addresses that are unique and different than the default
address on the camera, configuring the camera for IP communications generally involves the
following steps:
Step 1
Connect the Ethernet port to an IP network that is isolated from the existing network
(for example, a standalone switch)
Step 2
Connect a PC or laptop to the same network
Step 3
Temporarily set the IP address of the PC or laptop to be compatible with the factory
network address of the camera (for example, 192.168.250.1)
Step 4
Perform a bench test of the camera using FSM, prior to making any parameter
changes (this step is optional but recommended)
Step 5
Open a web browser, enter http://192.168.250.116/ in the address bar and
press Enter to connect to the camera
Step 6
Make a backup of the existing configuration
Step 7
Configure the camera settings: configure the IP network settings, serial
communications settings, and video streaming parameters so the camera is
compatible with the existing network equipment
Step 8
Test the camera with the new settings
Step 9
Save the configuration changes and restart the server
Step 10 Connect the camera to the existing network and test the camera
Step 11 Make a backup of the new configuration
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