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  • Page 1 AXIS 247S Video Server User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 About This Document This manual is intended for administrators and users of the AXIS 247S. It includes instructions for using and managing the Video Server on your network. Previous experience of networking will be of use when installing and using this product. Some knowledge of UNIX or Linux-based systems would also be beneficial, for developing shell scripts and applications.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The AXIS Media Control ........

  • Page 4: Product Description

    (10BaseT/100BaseTX Ethernet). PoE Supported. Control Button - Press this button to restore the factory default settings, as described in Resetting to the Factory Default Settings, on page 30, or to install using AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service (see www.axiscam.net).

  • Page 5: Using The Video Server

    •To view streaming video in Microsoft Internet Explorer, you must set your browser to allow the AXIS Media Control (AMC) to be installed on your computer. AMC is required to use audio in the AXIS 247S. AMC also provides an MPEG-4 decoder for viewing MPEG-4 video streams.
  • Page 6 Use the Snapshot button to capture a snapshot of the image currently being displayed in the window. Right-click on the image to save it in on your computer. The AMC viewer toolbar (AXIS Media Control) is available in Microsoft Internet Explorer only and displays the following buttons: The Play/Stop buttons start and stop the media stream.

  • Page 7: Video And Audio Streams

    • Simple - sets the coding type to H.263 • Advanced Simple - in Axis products, this sets the coding type to MPEG-4 Part 2 AMC (AXIS Media Control) supports both object types, whilst e.g. QuickTime™ requires the Simple object type.

  • Page 8: Mpeg-4 Protocols And Communication Methods

    The recommended method of accessing live video (MPEG-4 and/or Motion JPEG) and audio from the Video Server is to use the AXIS Media Control (AMC) in Microsoft Internet Explorer in Windows. This ActiveX component is automatically installed on first use, after which it can be configured by opening the AMC Control Panel applet from the Windows Control Panel.

  • Page 9: Other Methods Of Accessing The Video Stream

    Using MPEG-4 When using MPEG-4, audio is streamed using the same protocol as the video stream. When audio is transmitted using MPEG-4, the Axis product sends synchronization information along with the streams to the client that is performing the synchronization.
  • Page 10 AXIS 247S - Video and Audio Streams HTTP-API You can read about accessing audio for the other protocols through the HTTP-API at http://www.axis.com/techsup QuickTime/Windows Media Player It is possible to use QuickTime and Windows Media Player to listen to the audio stream using the same methods to access video streams.

  • Page 11: Configuring The Video Server

    1. Start the browser and enter the IP address or host name of the Video Server in the location/address field. 2. The Live View page is now displayed. Click Setup to display the Setup tools. AXIS 247S - Configuring the Video Server Setup tools...

  • Page 12: Video & Image Settings

    Select either Unlimited or define a maximum frame rate per viewer. Test For a preview of the image and overlay settings before saving, click Test. When you are satisfied with the settings, click Save. AXIS 247S - Video & Image Settings to access the online help.

  • Page 13: Video Source Settings

    If you need to see an area of the video that is covered by an overlay or mask, a privacy mask cannot be bypassed. An overlay image, however, can be bypassed via the AXIS VAPIX. See the Video Developer section on the Axis Web site for more information.
  • Page 14 4. Click in the box beside Enable to enable one or more of the masks you have defined and click on Save. AXIS 247S - Video & Image Settings Image Size The height and width of the overlay image in...

  • Page 15: Audio

    Alarm level - Event types in the AXIS 247S can be set to use this level as a trigger. Each individual event type can be configured to trigger if the sound level rises above or falls below the set value.

  • Page 16: Live View Config

    These are the tools for deciding the layout of the Live View page. The layout can be set in 3 ways: • Use Axis look - the layout is unchanged. • Use custom settings - modify the default page with your own colors, images etc. Click the Configure button and see the following page.

  • Page 17: Html Examples

    Enter the Image Type, Image size and other settings to suit your web page and click Update. External Video You can add links to other Axis network devices available over the network. These sources can be displayed on the Live View page, just as if they were video sources connected directly to the Video Server.

  • Page 18: Event Configuration

    10 seconds). An event in the AXIS 247S is when a trigger is activated, causing a certain action to be performed. The event is the set of parameters (or conditions) that specifies how and when which actions will be performed. A common event is when an Input/output is activated when triggered by an alarm.

  • Page 19: Event Types

    If the pre- or post-buffer is too large for the Video Server's internal memory, the frame rate will be reduced and individual images may be missing. If this occurs, an entry will be created in the unit's log file. AXIS 247S - Event Configuration...
  • Page 20 6. Set the When Activated... parameters i.e. set what the Video Server should do at the specified time e.g. send uploaded images to an email address. Click OK to save the Event in the Event Types list. AXIS 247S - Event Configuration...

  • Page 21: Port Status

    If the Normal state for a push button connected to an input is set to Open circuit - as long as the button is not pushed, the state is inactive. If the button is pushed, the state of the input changes to active. AXIS 247S - Event Configuration History...

  • Page 22: System Options

    • An official certificate issued by a CA (Certificate Authority). A CA issues and manages security cre- dentials and public keys for message encryption. 1. Click either Create self-signed certificate or Create Certificate Request and enter the required information in the provided fields 2. Click OK. AXIS 247S - System Options...
  • Page 23 3. The switch forwards the RADIUS server’s CA certificate to the video device, which also replies to the switch. 4. The switch keeps track of all responses to the validation requests. If all certificates are validated, the Axis video device is allowed access to the protected network via a preconfigured port.

  • Page 24: Date & Time

    IP address change (under Services) to receive notification from the video server when the IP address changes. •Alternatively, if your DHCP server can update a DNS server, you can access the AXIS 247S by host name which is always the same, regardless of the IP address.
  • Page 25 •Pinging the unit will still be possible when this service is disabled. AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service - If the Video Server has been registered with the Axis Internet Dynamic DNS service and the IP address for the product changes, the service is updated to reflect the change. Check the box to enable/disable automatic updates.

  • Page 26: Network - Advanced Tcp/Ip Settings

    AXIS 247S - System Options Network - Advanced TCP/IP Settings DNS Configuration DNS (Domain Name Service) provides the translation of host names to IP addresses on your network. Obtain DNS server address via DHCP - automatically use the DNS server settings provided by the DHCP server.

  • Page 27: Socks

    The QoS in Axis network video products marks the data packets for various types of network traffic originating from the product. This makes it possible for network routers and switches to e.g. reserve a fixed amount of bandwidth for these types of traffic.

  • Page 28: Snmp

    Backup - To take a backup of all of the parameters, and any user-defined scripts, click this button. If necessary, it is then possible to return to a previous configuration if settings are changed and there is unexpected behavior. AXIS 247S - System Options in Windows ME and Windows XP. UPnP ™...

  • Page 29: Support

    The System Overview gives a quick look over the status of the video server. Logs & Reports - when contacting Axis support, please be sure to provide a valid Server Report with your query. Information - The Log report and the Parameter List also provide valuable information for troubleshooting and when contacting Axis’...
  • Page 30 5. When the Status Indicator changes to Green (may take up to 1 minute), the process is complete and the Video Server has been reset. 6. Re-install the Video Server, as described in the Installation Guide. AXIS 247S - System Options Control Button Status Indicator...

  • Page 31: Unit Connectors

    1 transistor output - For connecting external devices such as relays and LEDs. Connected devices can be activated by AXIS VAPIX API, output buttons on the Live View page or by an Event Type. The output will show as active (shown under Event Configuration > Port Status) if the alarm device is activated.
  • Page 32 AXIS 247S is a one-channel video server and can only accommodate one video/audio stream. • The AXIS 247S can deliver a maximum of 5W (420mA) to a camera (from power out or Mini-DIN connector) and 50mA from the I/O terminal connector.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Setup > Basic Configuration. Upgrading the Firmware When you download firmware from the Axis Web site, your Axis product will receive the latest available functionality. Always read the upgrade instructions and release notes available with each new release, before updating the firmware.

  • Page 34: Support

    Power and Status LEDs and flashing green or amber on the Network LED. 5. Reinstall the Video Server. If the emergency recovery procedure does not get the Video Server up and running again, please contact Axis support at www.axis.com/techsup/...
  • Page 35 Slow performance AXIS 247S - Troubleshooting Restart the server and try again. Ensure also the ping length is set to 408. (See AXIS 247S Video Server Installation Guide) If the IP address intended for the Video Server and the IP address of your computer are located on different subnets, you will not be able to set the IP address.
  • Page 36 If the microphone has a built-in amplifier then the DC power must be enabled on the Audio Settings page. The volume of the microphone connected to the AXIS 247S is either too high or too low. Change the volume for the microphone in the Live View page.

  • Page 37: Technical Specifications

    • Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af) with (dip-switch) selectable power classification: • Class 2: max 1.4 W for powering the camera • Class 3: max 5.0 W for powering the camera (AXIS 247S uses max 5.0 W) • Alternative power connection over terminal block: 7 - 15 V Operating conditions •...
  • Page 38 License for one MPEG-4 encoder and one MPEG-4 decoder included. Additional licenses available from Axis dealers. Video management AXIS Camera Station - Surveillance application for viewing, recording and archiving video from up to 25 software (not included) cameras. Accessories (not included) Camera cable, 10m, from 6 pin mini-DIN connector to RCA (video in, RCA to BNC adapter also included), RCA (audio in), Mini DC jack (power out).

  • Page 39: Optimizing Your System

    The following test results show the frame rates in frames/second (fps) for Motion JPEG streams from the Video Server, using a compression level of 50%. Note that these values are guidelines only - actual values may vary. AXIS 247S - Technical Specifications Resolution...

  • Page 40: Bandwidth

    (CBR) is recommended. Use a variable bit rate (VBR) if the image quality needs to be maintained at a higher level. If supported on the network, consider also using MPEG-4 multicasting, as the bandwidth consumption will be much lower. AXIS 247S - Technical Specifications Resolution fps (NTSC/PAL)

  • Page 41: Glossary

    - the server. DC-Iris - This special type of iris is electrically controlled by the Axis camera, to automatically regulate the amount of light allowed to enter.
  • Page 42 AXIS 247S - Glossary Switch - Whilst a simple hub transmits all data to all devices connected to it, a switch only transmits the data to the device it is specifically intended for. TCP/IP - Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol. A suite of network protocols that determine how data is transmitted.

  • Page 43: Index

    Alarm 18, 21, 31 Allowed IP addresses 22 AMC 8 Anonymous viewers 22 ARP/Ping 25 Audio transmission 9 AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service 25 Backup 28 Bandwidth 7, 40 Basic TCP/IP settings 24 Buffers 19 Constant bit rate 7 Control button 4, 30 Customize 16 Date &...
  • Page 44 AXIS 247S - Index Referrals 22 Restart 28 Restore 28 RTP 8, 28 RTSP 8, 26 Scheduled event 18 Security 22 Sequence mode 6, 17 Services 24 SMTP settings 27 Snapshot 6 SOCKS server 27 Specifications 37 Streaming MPEG-4 8...

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