Quick Start Guide Foreword General This manual introduces the functions, configuration, general operation, and system maintenance of network camera. Safety Instructions The following signal words might appear in the manual. Signal Words Meaning Indicates a medium or low potential hazard which, if not avoided, could result in slight or moderate injury.
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Quick Start Guide Important Safeguards and Warnings Electrical Safety ● All installation and operation shall conform to your local electrical safety codes. ● The power supply must conform to the requirements of ES1 in IEC 62368-1 standard and be no higher than PS2.
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Quick Start Guide mild detergent. To avoid possible damage on device body coating which could cause performance decrease, do not use volatile solvent such as alcohol, benzene, diluent to clean the device body, nor can strong, abrasive detergent be used. ●...
Quick Start Guide 1 Introduction 1.1 Cable Waterproof all the cable joints with insulating tape and waterproof tape to avoid short circuit and water damage. For the detailed operation, see FAQ manual. Figure 1-1 Cables Table 1-1 Cable information Port Name Description ●...
Quick Start Guide Table 1-2 Description of Alarm I/O Port Port Name Description ALARM_OUT Outputs alarm signal to alarm device. When connecting to alarm device, only the ALARM_OUT port ALARM_OUT_GND and ALARM_OUT_GND port with the same number can be used together. ALARM_IN Receives the switch signal of external alarm source.
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Quick Start Guide Figure 1-3 Alarm output Step 3 Log in to web interface, and configure alarm input and alarm output in alarm setting. ● The alarm input on the web interface is corresponding to the alarm input end of the I/O port.
Quick Start Guide 2 Network Configuration Device initialization and IP setting can be finished with the ConfigTool or on web interface. For more information, see web operation manual. ● Device initialization is available on select models, and it is required at first-time use and after device is being reset.
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Quick Start Guide ● Enter username and the password when you want to change IP, configure the system, update the device, restart the device, and more. Step 5 Click OK. Step 6 Select one or several devices in uninitialized status, and then click Initialize. Step 7 Select the devices to be initialized, and then click Initialize.
Quick Start Guide Figure 2-3 Device initialization Step 9 Select Easy4ip or select Auto-check for updates according to the actual needs. If neither, leave them unselected. Step 10 Click OK to initialize the device. Click the success icon ( ) or the failure icon ( ) for the details. Step 11 Click Finish.
Quick Start Guide Figure 2-4 Modify IP address Step 3 Select Static mode, and then enter start IP, subnet mask, and gateway. ● IP addresses of multiple devices will be set to the same if you select the Same IP checkbox.
Quick Start Guide 3 Installation 3.1 Packing List ● The tool required for the installation such as electric drill is not provided in the package. ● The operation manual and related tool information are contained in the disk or the QR code. Figure 3-1 Packing list 3.2 Dimensions Figure 3-2 Dimensions (mm [inch])
Quick Start Guide 3.3 Installing Camera 3.3.1 Installation Method Figure 3-3 Installation method 3.3.2 Installing SD Card ● SD card slot is available on select models. ● Disconnect the power before installing or removing the SD card. ● Do not open the cover for a long time to avoid spray in cameras. Press the reset button for 10 seconds to reset the device.
Quick Start Guide 3.3.3 Detaching Camera Figure 3-5 Detaching camera 3.3.4 Attaching Camera ● Make sure that the mounting surface is strong enough to hold at least three times the weight of the camera and bracket. ● Remove the protective film after finishing installation. Figure 3-6 Cable going through the side cable tray...
Quick Start Guide Figure 3-7 Cable going through the mounting surface 3.3.5 (Optional) Installing Waterproof Connector This part is needed only when a waterproof connector comes with the camera and the camera is used outdoors.
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