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IC-6230DC
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04-2016 / v1.0

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  • Page 1 IC-6230DC User Manual 04-2016 / v1.0...
  • Page 2 (www.gnu.org) and LPGL (www.gnu.org) Websites to view the terms of each license. The GPL Code and LGPL Code used in Edimax products are distributed without any warranty and are subject to the copyrights of their authors. For details, see the GPL Code and LGPL Code licenses. You can download the firmware-files at http://www.edimax.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    I. Product Information ................5 I-1. Package Contents ........................5 I-2. System Requirements ......................6 I-3. LED Status ..........................7 I-4. Product Label .......................... 8 I-5. Reset ............................8 II. Camera Setup ..................9 II-1. EdiLife App ..........................9 II-2. Door Installation ........................
  • Page 4 IV-4-4. File Management ........................52 IV-4-5. Cloud Setting ......................... 53 IV-5. System ........................... 54 IV-5-1. Basic ............................54 IV-5-2. Advanced ..........................55 IV-5-3. Cloud Service......................... 57 IV-6. Status ............................ 58 IV-6-1. System Information ......................58 IV-6-2. System Log ..........................59 V.

  • Page 5: Product Information

    I. Product Information I-1. Package Contents Gateway Camera Antenna Hook Power Ethernet Velcro Template Adapter Cable...

  • Page 6: System Requirements

    I-2. System Requirements - Intel Pentium 4 2.4GHz (above or similar) - VGA card (1024*768 or above) - CD-ROM Drive - At least 128MB hard disk space (256 MB recommended) - Windows XP, Vista, 7 or 8, Mac OS X or above - Web browser (Internet Explorer 7.0, Firefox 3.6, Chrome 10, Opera 11, Safari 5 or above)

  • Page 7: Led Status

    I-3. LED Status Gateway: LED Color LED Status Description Power Gateway is on and connected to cloud server. Quick Flashing Gateway is restarting. Green Gateway is starting up or is not Slow Flashing connected to cloud server. Gateway is connected to the local network.

  • Page 8: Product Label

    I-4. Product Label The product label located on the underside of the network camera displays the serial number, MAC address and cloud ID of your network camera. The MAC address and cloud ID are the same for easy reference. The cloud ID allows you to view a live stream from your network camera remotely (from any Internet connection) as described later in V.

  • Page 9: Camera Setup

    II. Camera Setup II-1. EdiLife App Follow the instructions below to connect your network camera to your Internet ISP using the EdiLife smartphone app. Screw on the included antenna to the gateway unit and connect the power adapter. The green power LED will flash slowly when the gateway is ready.
  • Page 10 Use a smartphone or tablet to search, download and install the EdiLife app from Google Play or the Apple App Store. Open the EdiLife app and tap the icon in the top right corner of the screen.
  • Page 11 Select your camera from the available device list and wait a moment for the app to make a connection. Tap refresh in the top right corner if your camera isn’t listed. For better security, enter a new device name and password when prompted.
  • Page 12 Setup is complete. Your camera should be listed on the EdiLife home screen. Tap your camera to see a live stream which you can view anytime you are connected to the Internet. You can configure your camera’s settings and functions using the icons below the live image.

  • Page 13: Ii-2. Door Installation

    II-2. Door Installation The door camera unit mounts conveniently and securely over your door. Your door must have a minimum 2.5mm gap between the door and the frame. Hook the camera unit over your door and use the included hook template and Velcro strips to affix each side firmly in place.

  • Page 14: Ii-3. Ediview Finder

    II-3. EdiView Finder Ensure your computer is connected to the same router as the network camera using an Ethernet cable. II-3-1. Windows Insert the included CD into your CD-ROM drive and if the setup utility does not automatically open, please locate and open the “Autorun.exe” file in the “Autorun”...
  • Page 15 When installation is complete, select “Launch EdiView Finder Utility” before clicking “Finish”. Or double click the ”EdiView Finder Utility” icon on your desktop to launch EdiView Finder.
  • Page 16 EdiView Finder will list all cameras on your local network, along with each camera’s name, model, IP address and MAC address. Click the search icon to refresh the list if your camera is not displayed. The network camera’s IP address is displayed on this screen. After setup, you can enter this IP address into the URL bar of a web browser on the same local network to access your network camera’s web-based configuration interface.
  • Page 17 Select your wireless network from the list and enter the correct password in the “Password” field, before clicking “OK”. This is the wireless network which your camera will connect to. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your network camera and click “Next”. Please wait a moment for the camera to detect the connection.
  • Page 18 When the connection is detected as shown below, please click “Next”. Enter a name and password for your camera. The password will be used later to log in to your camera remotely via its cloud ID, web interface or via the EdiView II smartphone app. Click “OK” to continue.
  • Page 19 The next screen will indicate that setup is complete. The camera is operational and ready for use. Click “OK”or click the URL and a preview window showing a live stream from your camera may open.

  • Page 20: Ii-3-2. Mac

    Insert the included CD into your CD-ROM drive and browse to the “Mac” folder. Copy the “EdiView Finder” file to your desktop and double click the icon to open EdiView Finder. EdiView Finder is also available for download from the Edimax website: http://www.edimax.com/EdiViewFinder.htm...
  • Page 21 EdiView Finder will list all cameras on your local network, along with each camera’s name, model, IP address and MAC address. Click the search icon to refresh the list if your camera is not displayed. The network camera’s IP address is displayed on this screen. After setup, you can enter this IP address into the URL bar of a web browser on the same local network to access your network camera’s web-based configuration interface.
  • Page 22 Enter a name and password for your camera. The password will be used later to log in to your camera remotely via its cloud ID, web interface or via the EdiView II smartphone app. Click “Next” to continue. The next screen will indicate that setup is complete. The camera is operational and ready to be configured for a wireless connection.

  • Page 23: Ii-3-3. Using Ediview Finder

    II-3-3. Using EdiView Finder You can also use EdiView Finder to find your network camera’s IP address, view a live stream, or modify the network camera’s IP address. Double click the TV icon on the right side to view a live stream in a pop-up window, or click the wrench icon to open a new window with the network camera’s IP address settings:...
  • Page 24 EdiView Finder will locate your network camera as long as you are on the same local network. Static IP users who may be using a different IP address subnet to the network camera should still be able to locate the network camera with EdiView Finder. If you encounter difficulties, it is recommended that you use a DHCP server –...

  • Page 25: Pair Button

    III. Pair Button Your gateway unit and camera unit and wirelessly paired at the factory and manual pairing is not necessary. However if you need to re-pair your units for some reason, or if you accidently clear the existing pairing, follow the instructions below.

  • Page 26: Web-Based Management Interface

    IV. Web-Based Management Interface When you are using the same local network as your camera, you can use the web-based management interface to view or configure the camera and to use the camera’s functions. You can access the web-based management interface with a web browser on a smartphone or computer.
  • Page 27 You may be prompted to allow a Java add-on to run. Please click the message where it says “click here” and then click “Run Add-on”. If any other security warnings/prompts appear, please select “Run” or “Allow” or similar, depending on your browser. Enter the username and password for your network camera (default username: admin default password: 1234).
  • Page 28 For computer users, the “Live View” screen will be displayed, as shown below. On the live view screen you can see a live stream from your camera and use the icons on the left side to pan, tilt and take snapshots or recordings.
  • Page 29 Saturation/ the sliders. Click and drag the blue lever to Sharpness/ change the value for each category and click Save Value. Battery Status Color-coded (green, orange, red) status of the camera battery. Timer Counts down from 120 seconds until the camera will go into standby.
  • Page 30 After making any changes, click “Save Settings” to save the settings and bring the changes into effect.

  • Page 31: Iv-1. Basic

    IV-1. Basic The “Basic” menu opens a submenu with eight categories of settings for your network camera’s basic operation. Select a category and refer to the appropriate chapter.

  • Page 32: Iv-1-1. Network

    IV-1-1. Network Network settings are displayed on this page, as shown below. You can configure your network camera to dynamically receive a local IP address from your router’s DHCP server or you can specify a local static IP address for your network camera.

  • Page 33: Iv-1-2. Dynamic Dns

    IV-1-2. Dynamic DNS Dynamic DNS (DDNS) is a service which provides a hostname-to-IP service for dynamic IP users. If your Internet service provider didn’t issue a fixed IP address, you can use a third-party dynamic DNS provider to map your current IP address to a fixed IP address.

  • Page 34: Iv-1-3. Rtsp

    IV-1-3. RTSP Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) enables the network camera to be used with a streaming media server. Enter the required RTSP settings. RTSP Port Enter the RTSP port. H.264 RTSP Path Enter the H.264 RTSP path. (HD) H.264 RTSP Path Enter the H.264 Mobile RTSP path.

  • Page 35: Iv-1-4. Date & Time

    IV-1-4. Date & Time You can set and adjust the network camera’s system time and date on this page. Maintaining a correct system time is particularly important for recorded video organization/playback. Mode Select ”NTP” or “Manual Setting”. NTP (Network Time Protocol) can set and maintain the time and date automatically via an NTP server on the local network, if available.

  • Page 36: Iv-1-5. Users

    IV-1-5. Users In addition to the default administrator account, you can configure several different login accounts for the network camera, with two different levels of access – operator and guest. Operator accounts can configure partial functions of the network camera similar to the administrator account, while guest accounts can only view the camera’s image.
  • Page 37 Authority Select the user’s authority: Operators can view video and configure some settings, while guests can only view video. Add a new user. Modify Save the changes to an existing, selected user. Remove Remove selected user. Anonymous Login Enable or disable anonymous login. Anonymous login allows anyone to login to the network camera and view images.

  • Page 38: Iv-1-6. Upnp

    IV-1-6. UPnP Universal plug-and-play (UPnP) is a set of networking protocols which enables network devices to communicate and automatically establish working configurations with each other. When enabled, Windows computers can automatically discover the network camera on the local area network. The network camera also supports IGD.

  • Page 39: Iv-1-7. Bonjour

    IV-1-7. Bonjour Bonjour is a feature of Mac computers which allows Safari web browser to discover devices and services on the local network and provide a quick shortcut for access. When enabled, Safari users on the local network can find a shortcut to the network camera under Safari’s “Bonjour”...

  • Page 40: Iv-2. Video

    IV-2. Video The “Video” menu consists of three categories for configuring the network camera’s video settings. Select an item from the submenu and refer to the appropriate following chapter. IV-2-1. Privacy Protector Privacy Protector is a function which will display the camera’s live view as a black screen.

  • Page 41: Iv-3. Events

    IV-3. Events Select an item from the “Events” menu and refer to the appropriate following chapter. You can configure settings for motion detection, scheduling, SMTP and FTP. IV-3-1. Human Motion Detection IV-3-1-1. Human Motion Detection The network camera features a motion detection function and various options for (motion detection) events notification.
  • Page 42 PIR Enable Enable or disable the passive infrared sensor (PIR) motion detection function of your network camera. Send Event File to A video recording of a detected event can be Email sent to a designated email recipient. Select “Enable” or “Disable” for this function. When enabled, you need to configure email settings in the “Events ...

  • Page 43: Iv-3-1-2. Schedule Settings

    IV-3-1-2. Schedule Settings The network camera’s motion detection function can be scheduled to be active on/at specified times and days. Select “Enable” to enable this feature and then define which times the network camera’s motion detection will be active using the table below. For each day, click and drag across the timeline on the times which you want motion detection to be active.
  • Page 44 Delete Delete the selected blue recording block on the timeline. Delete All Delete all blue recording blocks on the timeline. Select All Select all blue recording blocks. Store Store the recording settings on the timeline.

  • Page 45: Iv-3-2. Notification

    IV-3-2. Notification IV-3-2-1. Mail Settings Recordings of events (motion detected) can be sent to a designated email recipient. This function must be enabled in “Motion Detection” settings in the “Events” menu. Enter the required information about your sender and recipient email accounts as shown below. Email Service Select “Manual Settings”...
  • Page 46 service provider. Recipient E-Mail Enter the email recipient’s email address Address here. Sender E-Mail Enter the sender’s email address here to Address avoid spam filter issues. SSL/TLS Select ‘SSL or TLS’ when your SMTP server requires encryption. Consult your mail server administrator when in doubt.

  • Page 47: Iv-3-2-2. Push

    IV-3-2-2. Push The network camera can send push notifications to your smartphone if you have the EdiLife app installed. Push notifications can be sent based on motion detection events, and also when your camera reconnects to the Internet after a disconnection. Reconnection alerts are sent when the camera actually reconnects to the Internet, not when a disconnection occurs.

  • Page 48: Iv-3-2-3. Http

    IV-3-2-3. HTTP The network camera can send notifications to a HTTP server which is configured to listen. The destination server must be configured. Configure the camera’s HTTP notification settings using the menu below. Notifications can be sent based on motion detection events. Select “PIR” from the list to begin configurations.

  • Page 49: Iv-4. Storage Settings

    IV-4. Storage Settings The “Storage Settings” menu enables you to configure the settings for local storage of motion detection events/recordings. You can also configure scheduled recording. IV-4-1. Storage Directory The network camera can store recordings of motion detection events to local storage: NAS or MicroSD.

  • Page 50: Iv-4-2. Nas Settings

    IV-4-2. NAS Settings If using a NAS server for local storage, configure the settings on this page according to your NAS. Status Displays the status (connected or disconnected) of your network camera and NAS server. NAS IP & Sharing Enter the local IP address of your NAS and the Resource path of a shared folder to store your network camera’s recordings.

  • Page 51: Iv-4-3. Sd Card Settings

    IV-4-3. SD Card Settings Unmount your MicroSD card using the “Unmount” button before removing the card from your network camera. Status Displays the MicroSD card status of your network camera: available or unavailable. Available Space Displays the available space on the MicroSD card in your network camera.

  • Page 52: Iv-4-4. File Management

    IV-4-4. File Management The file management tool enables you to browse, download and delete JPEG files on your MicroSD card. Folders are organized by date, and then grouped chronologically beginning with 001. Individual file names consist of the date and time of the JPEG. Back Go back to the previous page in the file browser.

  • Page 53: Iv-4-5. Cloud Setting

    IV-4-5. Cloud Setting The network camera can store recordings of motion detection events to online cloud storage services such as Dropbox. Setup your Dropbox account using the EdiLife app. Status Displays the status of the cloud storage function. Cloud Setting Enable or disable the cloud storage function.

  • Page 54: Iv-5. System

    IV-5. System The “System” menu consists of three categories, “Basic”, “Advanced” and “Cloud Service”. Select a category and follow the appropriate chapter for more information. IV-5-1. Basic The “Basic” menu enables you to set the camera’s name and administrator password, as well as switch the LED(s) on/off according to your preference. Network Camera Set the name of the network camera for Name...

  • Page 55: Iv-5-2. Advanced

    The “Advanced” page allows you to upgrade the network camera’s firmware, backup or restore the network camera’s settings, and reset or restart the network camera. Please check the Edimax website for the latest firmware for your network camera. Do not switch off or disconnect the device during a firmware upgrade, as this could damage the device.
  • Page 56 Settings” and then click “Reset to Default”. When the camera resets, “Keep Network Settings” will reset all settings but keep the current network settings. The network camera’s IP address will remain the same. “Default Settings” will reset all of the camera’s settings, including network settings, back to the factory default status.

  • Page 57: Iv-5-3. Cloud Service

    IV-5-3. Cloud Service Edimax Plug & View is a function to allow you to view your network camera remotely via a cloud server (see V. Myedimax.com). You can enable or disable this feature here.

  • Page 58: Iv-6. Status

    IV-6. Status The “Status” menu provides important information about the status of the network camera. This information is useful for troubleshooting purposes or for network configuration. IV-6-1. System Information A summary of system-wide information about the network camera is displayed on this page, displayed under four categories: System, LAN and IGD (UPnP Port Forward).

  • Page 59: Iv-6-2. System Log

    IV-6-2. System Log A system log provides information about the network camera’s usage and actions. The system log can also be sent to a remote server for archiving. Log Level Select a level of detail for the log from the dropdown list, from 0 - 4.

  • Page 60: Myedimax.com

    V. Myedimax.com You can use your network camera’s Myedimax.com cloud ID to monitor your camera remotely using a web browser from any Internet connection. The network camera’s green power LED must display on to indicate a successful cloud connection, in order for this function to work. Internet Explorer is recommended.
  • Page 61 If any other security warnings/prompts appear, please select “Run” or “Allow” or similar, depending on your browser. Enter your camera’s password (default password: 1234) and click “OK” to see a live stream from your network camera.
  • Page 62 The network camera can be operated and configured using the icons in the toolbar located below the image. To configure the network camera, click to show the configuration menu window: Use the slider controls to change the image brightness, saturation, sharpness, video quality and pan &...

  • Page 63: Faqs

    If you are experiencing problems with your camera, please check below before contacting your dealer of purchase for help. 1. How can I setup my IC-6230DC to store recordings to a Dropbox account? a. You need to enter your Dropbox...
  • Page 64 Sandisk Ultra 16GB Kingston 32GB Fujitsu 32GB 3. How do I remove my microSD card from the camera? a. Never unplug the card while the camera is on. This can damage your card. Ensure all recording functions such as event triggers are disabled and switch off your camera before removing the card.
  • Page 65 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 66 EU Declaration of Conformity English: This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1995/95/EC, 2011/65/EC. Français: Cet équipement est conforme aux exigences essentielles et autres dispositions de la directive 1995/95/CE, 2011/65/CE. Čeština: Toto zařízení je v souladu se základními požadavky a ostatními příslušnými ustanoveními směrnic 1995/95/ES, 2011/65/ES.
  • Page 67 Declaration of Conformity We, Edimax Technology Co., Ltd., declare under our sole responsibility, that the equipment described below complies with the requirements of the European R&TTE directive (1999/5/EC, 2006/95/EC) . Equipment: Wireless Door Camera Model No.: IC-6230DC The following European standards for essential requirements have been followed: Spectrum: ETSI EN 300 328 V1.9.1 (2015-02)
  • Page 68 Notice According to GNU General Public License Version 2 This product includes software that is subject to the GNU General Public License version 2. The program is free software and distributed without any warranty of the author. We offer, valid for at least three years, to give you, for a charge no more than the costs of physically performing source distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code.
  • Page 69 1. You may copy and distribute verbatim copies of the Program’s source code as you receive it, in any medium, provided that you conspicuously and appropriately publish on each copy an appropriate copyright notice and disclaimer of warranty; keep intact all the notices that refer to this License and to the absence of any warranty; and give any other recipients of the Program a copy of this License along with the Program.
  • Page 70 Therefore, by modifying or distributing the Program (or any work based on the Program), you indicate your acceptance of this License to do so, and all its terms and conditions for copying, distributing or modifying the Program or works based on it. 6.

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