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Summarization of Contents
Overview
Features
Details the camera's capabilities, including output, CMOS sensor, dynamic range, noise reduction, and zoom lens.
Notice to Users
Legal disclaimer regarding warranty, liability, and copyright for the manual and software.
How to Use This User's Guide
Remote Controller
Explains operation using the optional IP Remote Controller (RM-IP10) and its reference in the guide.
Installation Manual
Refers to the printed manual for camera parts, controls, connections, and setup.
System Configuration
Operating the Camera Via a Network
Describes how multiple users can view video/audio from one camera via a network.
Operating Environment Requirements
Lists the necessary OS, browser, and CPU specifications for operating the camera.
System Configuration
Operating a Camera Using the Remote Controller
Details using the remote controller for pan/tilt/zoom and preset operations via RS-422 connection.
System Configuration
Operating Multiple Cameras Using the Remote Controller
Explains daisy-chaining up to 7 cameras for operation with a single remote controller.
System Configuration
Operating Multiple Cameras Using Multiple Remote Controllers
Describes connecting up to 112 cameras and five remote controllers via LAN.
Precautions for Preventing Access to the Camera by an Unintended Third Party
How to Set Up Security Measures
Provides steps to secure the camera against unauthorized network access, including username/password and SSL settings.
Operating the Camera Via a Network
Accessing the Camera Using the Web Browser
Guides on connecting to and viewing the camera feed via a web browser, including IP address assignment.
About Viewers
Introduces ActiveX and Plug-in free viewers for displaying camera images in different browsers.
Operating the Camera Via a Network
Displaying the Viewer Correctly
Instructions for setting Internet Explorer security levels to display the viewer properly.
Using the SSL Function
Explains how to enable and use SSL for secure camera connections, including certificate error handling.
Operating the Camera
Live Viewer Overview
Explains the live viewer interface, including main menu, information panel, and view panel options.
Camera Control Panel Functions
Details controls within the live viewer for camera operation, settings, and information display.
Operating the Camera
Camera Control Panel Operations
Describes controls for capture, video saving, volume adjustment, image action modes, and pan/tilt.
Zoom and Focus Control
Explains how to use zoom controls and manual/auto focus functions for image adjustment.
Preset Position Panel
Details the panel for recalling and managing stored camera positions.
Operating the Camera
Other Panel Settings
Covers connection modes (TCP, Unicast, Multicast) and hardware acceleration settings.
Control Bar Functions
Outlines the operation buttons in the live viewer, such as setting, streaming, and preset recall.
Pan/Tilt and Zoom Operation
Controlling via Control Panel
How to pan, tilt, zoom, and control focus using the on-screen control panel.
Controlling via Preset Position Panel
Explains how to use the preset position panel to move the camera to saved locations.
Pan/Tilt and Zoom Operation
Controlling Using the Monitor Screen
Describes pan/tilt/zoom operations using Area zoom, Vector dragging, and the PTZ control bar.
Switching Transmission Mode
Transmission Mode Options
Explains TCP, Unicast, and Multicast transmission modes for video/audio data.
Setting the Camera Via a Network
Administrator Menu Operations
Guides on accessing and using the Administrator menu for camera configuration.
How to Set Up the Administrator Menu
Step-by-step instructions for accessing the Administrator menu, including default login credentials.
Configuring the System — System Menu
System Menu Tabs Overview
Lists the main tabs within the System menu: Information, Date & time, Installation, Initialize, System log, and Access log.
Information Tab Details
Explains the Information tab, showing Model Name, Serial number, and Software version.
Configuring the System — System Menu
Date & Time Settings
Covers setting the camera's date, time, time zone, and daylight saving adjustments.
Installation Tab Details
Details settings related to installation, including SDI video formats and image stabilizer.
Configuring the System — System Menu
Initialize Tab Functions
Describes options for rebooting, factory reset, backing up/restoring settings, and deleting logos.
Setting the Camera Image — Video Menu
Video Menu Tabs
Overviews the tabs within the Video menu: Picture, Video codec, Superimpose, and Day/Night ICR.
Picture Tab Settings
Details settings for color conditions, exposure, white balance, and picture adjustments.
Exposure Settings
Explains various exposure modes (Full Auto, Manual, etc.) and related adjustments like gain, shutter speed, and iris.
Setting the Camera Image — Video Menu
Advanced Exposure Features
Covers WDR, Auto slow shutter, backlight compensation, exposure compensation, gain limit, shutter speed, iris, and white balance.
Setting the Camera Image — Video Menu
Picture Settings
Details high resolution, noise reduction, and image stabilizer settings for image quality.
Video Codec Tab Configuration
Explains settings for image codec (H.264, JPEG), image size, frame rate, and I-picture interval.
Setting the Camera Image — Video Menu
H.264 Profile and Bit Rate Control
Covers H.264 profile selection, bit rate compression modes (CBR, VBR), and maximum bit rate limits.
Superimpose Tab Settings
Details how to superimpose custom strings, date/time, and logos onto the camera image.
Setting the Camera Image — Video Menu
Superimposed Image Positioning and Type
Explains how to set the position, type (codec, date/time, text), and appearance of superimposed information.
Day/Night ICR Tab Settings
Covers the day/night ICR function, including mode selection (Auto, Manual), threshold, and near-IR compensation.
Setting the Camera Audio — Audio Menu
Audio Tab Configuration
Details audio settings, including enabling audio transmission, input selection, mic volume, and audio codec.
Audio Features
Explains auto gain control and equalizer settings for optimizing audio input and frequency response.
Configuring the Network — Network Menu
Network Tab Status Information
Provides an overview of network status fields like MAC address, IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.
IPv4 Network Configuration
Guides on setting IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway, either automatically via DHCP or manually.
Configuring the Network — Network Menu
Host Name and Domain Configuration
Explains settings for host name and domain suffix, particularly when using DHCP.
IPv6 Network Configuration
Covers IPv6 address assignment (automatic or manual) and related settings.
Common Network Settings
Details common settings for IPv4/IPv6, including HTTP port, MTU, DNS server, and VISCA interface selection.
Configuring the Network — Network Menu
QoS Tab Configuration
Explains Quality of Service (QoS) settings for prioritizing network traffic, including rule creation.
Setting the Security — Security Menu
Administrator and User Management
Describes how to set up Administrator and User accounts with different access rights and viewer modes.
User Tab Configuration
Details the User tab for defining user names, passwords, and viewer modes for up to nine users.
Setting the Security — Security Menu
Access Limit Tab Settings
Covers controlling access to the camera based on IP addresses and network subnet masks.
Setting the Security — Security Menu
SSL Tab Configuration
Explains how to enable and configure the SSL function for secure communication, including client authentication.
Setting the Security — Security Menu
SSL Server Authentication
Details options for using external or self-signed certificates for SSL server authentication.
Self-Signed Certificate Generation
Guides on generating a self-signed certificate for test use within the camera.
Setting the Security — Security Menu
SSL Client Authentication
Covers managing CA certificates for client authentication and importing necessary CA certificates.
Installing CA Certificates
Provides instructions on how to install CA certificates into the system.
Setting the Security — Security Menu
Certificate Import Wizard Steps
Describes the steps involved in using the Certificate Import Wizard to install a CA certificate.
Setting the Security — Security Menu
Removing Installed CA Certificates
Guides on how to remove CA certificates from the system.
Importing Personal Certificates
Details the process of importing personal certificates for client authentication.
Setting the Security — Security Menu
802.1X Tab Configuration
Explains the setup for 802.1X wired port-based authentication using EAP methods.
802.1X System Configuration Explained
Illustrates the components of an 802.1X network (Supplicant, Authenticator, CA) for authentication.
Setting the Security — Security Menu
Client Certificate Management
Covers importing, displaying, deleting, and managing client certificates for TLS authentication.
Setting the Security — Security Menu
Referer Check Tab Settings
Explains how to enable referer check to authorize web pages accessing the camera and configure exception lists.
Setting the PTZF control — PTZF Control Menu
PTZF Control Tab Settings
Details PTZF control parameters like PTZ mode, digital zoom, focus mode, and pan-tilt limits.
PTZ Mode Selection
Explains the 'Normal' and 'Step' modes for pan/tilt/zoom operations using the mouse.
Setting the PTZF control — PTZF Control Menu
Preset Position Tab Operations
Covers saving, calling, adding, removing, renaming, and thumbnailing preset pan/tilt/zoom positions.
Serial Tab Settings
Details communication settings for the VISCA RS-422 connector, including baud rate.
Setting of the Transmission — Streaming Menu
Streaming Tab Configuration
Outlines settings for Unicast and Multicast streaming, including port numbers and addresses.
Unicast Streaming Setup
Details port number assignments for H.264 video and audio data transmission via Unicast.
Setting of the Transmission — Streaming Menu
Multicast Streaming Setup
Explains how to enable multicast streaming and configure multicast addresses and port numbers for video and audio.
Setting of the Transmission — Streaming Menu
RTSP Streaming Settings
Covers RTSP multicast audio port number, RTSP port number, and RTSP time out settings.
Operation Using the Remote Controller
Preparation for Remote Controller Operation
Guides on connecting the camera, power, and peripheral devices before operating the remote controller.
Operation Using the Remote Controller
Operating Multiple Cameras with Remote Controller
Explains how to assign camera addresses and switch control among multiple cameras.
Pan/Tilt and Zoom Operation
Details how to pan, tilt, and zoom the camera using the remote controller's joystick.
Operation Using the Remote Controller
Adjusting Camera Focus
Provides instructions for automatic and manual focusing, including one-push auto focus.
Operation Using the Remote Controller
Shooting with Back Lighting
Explains how to use the Back Light function to improve image quality in backlit scenes.
Storing Camera Settings in Memory
Details the Presetting Feature for saving camera positions, zoom, focus, and backlighting settings.
Operation Using the Remote Controller
Storing and Recalling Preset Settings
Covers the process of storing, recalling, and canceling preset camera settings using the GROUP/POSITION buttons.
Setting with the Remote Controller
Main Menu Navigation
Explains how to access and navigate the main menu of the remote controller using the joystick and buttons.
On-Screen Menu Usage
Guides on reading and interacting with the camera's on-screen menus displayed on an external monitor.
Setting with the Remote Controller
Control Button Display Section
Identifies the functions of the remote controller's buttons and joystick for menu navigation and value adjustment.
EXPOSURE Menu
Exposure Mode Settings
Details the various exposure modes (Full Auto, Bright, Shutter/Iris Priority, Manual) and their associated controls.
Advanced Exposure Features
Covers WDR, gain limit, exposure compensation, and slow shutter settings for optimizing image exposure.
WHITE BALANCE Menu
Picture Menu Settings
Details picture settings like aperture, high resolution, noise reduction, and image stabilizer.
White Balance Modes
Explains different white balance modes (Auto, Indoor, Outdoor, One Push, ATW, Manual) and how to perform one-push adjustment.
PAN TILT ZOOM Menu
Pan/Tilt Limit Configuration
Covers setting limits for pan and tilt operations, including Eflip considerations.
SYSTEM Menu
Display Information Settings
Explains the DISPLAY INFO setting that shows operation messages on the SDI output monitor.
Camera Movement Range Settings
Details settings for the range of right/left and up/down camera movement, including slow pan/tilt and digital zoom.
STATUS Menu
Status Menu Overview
Explains that the STATUS menu displays current settings from other menus and cannot be modified.
Others
Message List and Indicators
Lists and explains various messages and indicator lights that may appear on the camera, indicating status or errors.
Troubleshooting
Common Troubleshooting Scenarios
Provides a guide to diagnose and resolve common camera issues, including power, display, and network problems.
Menu Configuration
EXPOSURE Menu Structure
Details the hierarchical structure and initial settings of the EXPOSURE menu items.
Preset Items
Items Stored in Presets
Lists the camera settings that can be stored in preset positions (1-16 and 17-256) via remote or network.
Items Stored During Camera Operation
Lists settings retained during operation, such as gain limit, noise reduction, and image stabilizer, which are also stored via network.
Glossary
Technical Terms Definitions
Provides definitions for various technical terms used in the manual, such as 3G-SDI, ActiveX, Bandwidth control, and Codec.
Index
Alphabetical Index of Topics
An alphabetical listing of terms and their corresponding page numbers for quick reference.
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