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Network Camera User Manual
Network Camera
User Manual
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User Manual
About this Manual
Provides an overview of the manual's content and purpose, including notes on updates and professional assistance.
Trademarks Acknowledgement
Lists trademarks and logos used in the manual, including those of Hikvision and HDMI.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
Outlines legal disclaimers, limitations of liability, and prohibited end-uses of the product.
Safety Instruction
Warnings
Highlights critical precautions that, if neglected, can cause serious injury or death.
Cautions
Details important precautions that, if neglected, may cause injury or equipment damage.
Notes on IR Reflection
IR Reflection Precautions
Offers guidance to prevent unwanted IR reflection by ensuring clean dome covers and proper installation.
Chapter 1 System Requirement
Operating System
Specifies compatible operating systems and their minimum version requirements for camera software.
CPU
Defines the minimum processor speed required for the system.
RAM
States the minimum amount of random access memory needed.
Display
Specifies the minimum display resolution required for proper viewing.
Web Browser
Lists supported web browsers and their compatible versions for accessing camera features.
Chapter 2 Network Connection
Setting the Network Camera over the LAN
Explains how to connect and configure the camera within a Local Area Network (LAN) using software tools.
Activating the Camera
Details the essential process of activating the camera by setting a strong password before use.
Setting the Network Camera over the WAN
Guides users on connecting the network camera to a Wide Area Network (WAN) using static or dynamic IP configurations.
Static IP Connection
Explains the steps for connecting the camera to the WAN using a static IP address provided by an ISP.
Dynamic IP Connection
Details how to connect the network camera to the WAN using a dynamic IP address obtained from an ISP.
Chapter 3 Access to the Network Camera
Accessing by Web Browsers
Provides step-by-step instructions for accessing the camera interface through a web browser.
Accessing by Client Software
Explains how to use the iVMS-4200 client software to view and manage the camera.
Chapter 4 Wi-Fi Settings
Configuring Wi-Fi Connection in Manage and Ad-hoc Modes
Details how to set up Wi-Fi connections using either Manage (Infrastructure) or Ad-hoc modes.
Easy Wi-Fi Connection with WPS function
Describes the simplified Wi-Fi setup process using the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) function.
IP Property Settings for Wireless Network Connection
Explains how to configure IP settings for the wireless network interface.
Chapter 5 Live View
Live View Page
Describes the components and functionalities of the live view interface, including the menu bar, window, and toolbar.
Live Operation
Explains how to perform basic operations within the live view window, such as starting/stopping streams and capturing images.
Recording and Capturing Pictures Manually
Guides users on manually recording video and capturing still images directly from the live view interface.
5.5 Operating PTZ Control
5.5.1 PTZ Control Panel
Describes the interface and functions of the PTZ control panel for camera movement.
5.5.2 Setting/Calling a Preset
Explains how to save and recall specific camera positions (presets) for quick access.
5.5.3 Setting/Calling a Patrol
Guides users on configuring automated camera movements along a defined path (patrol).
Install Plug-in
Instructs on installing necessary browser plugins for optimal camera function across different operating systems.
Chapter 6 Network Camera Configuration
Configuring Local Parameters
Details how to set local configuration parameters for live view, recording, and picture capture.
Configure System Settings
Explains how to configure essential system settings like basic information, time, maintenance, and security.
Configuring Basic Information
Guides on setting up basic device information such as name and model details.
Configuring Time Settings
Details the process of setting up time synchronization and Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Configuring DST Settings
Explains how to configure Daylight Saving Time (DST) settings for accurate timekeeping.
Configuring RS-232 Settings
Describes how to configure the RS-232 serial port for console or transparent channel communication.
Configuring RS-485 Settings
Details the configuration of the RS-485 serial port, primarily used for PTZ control.
Configuring VCA Resource
Explains how to allocate VCA (Video Content Analysis) resources for different functions.
Configuring Metadata Settings
Covers how to enable and configure metadata for various events like intrusion detection and face capture.
Open Source Software License
Provides information on the open-source software used in the camera.
6.3 Maintenance
Upgrade & Maintenance
Details how to perform device upgrades, reboots, and restore operations.
Log
Explains how to access, search, and export system logs for monitoring and troubleshooting.
System Service
Describes how to configure various hardware-related system services like IR light and Auto Defog.
Security Audit Log
Details how to search and analyze security audit logs to identify and troubleshoot security events.
6.4 Security Settings
Authentication
Explains how to set up authentication methods for RTSP and web access to secure stream data.
IP Address Filter
Details how to configure IP address filtering for access control and network security.
Security Service
Describes security services like illegal login lock to enhance remote login and data communication security.
Advanced Security
Covers advanced security options such as security reinforce and control timeout settings.
6.5 User Management
User Management
Explains how administrators can add, modify, and delete user accounts and assign permissions.
Security Question
Details how to set up security questions for password recovery.
Online Users
Shows how to view the list of currently connected users and their details.
Chapter 7 Network Settings
Configuring Basic Settings
Details how to configure fundamental network parameters like TCP/IP, DDNS, PPPoE, and Port settings.
Configuring TCP/IP Settings
Explains how to configure TCP/IP settings for both IPv4 and IPv6, including DNS server configuration.
Configuring DDNS Settings
Guides on setting up Dynamic DNS (DDNS) for network access, supporting DynDNS and NO-IP.
Configuring PPPoE Settings
Details how to configure PPPoE settings for network access via DSL connections.
Configuring Port Settings
Explains how to set various port numbers for HTTP, RTSP, HTTPS, and other services.
Configure NAT (Network Address Translation) Settings
Covers the configuration of NAT and UPnP™ parameters for network connectivity.
Configuring Multicast
Details how to configure multicast settings for efficient group communication of video streams.
7.2 Configure Advanced Settings
Configuring SNMP Settings
Explains how to configure SNMP settings for monitoring camera status and receiving alarms.
Configuring FTP Settings
Details how to configure FTP/SFTP server settings for uploading captured pictures.
Configuring Email Settings
Guides on setting up email notifications for alarm events and sending attached images.
Platform Access
Covers configuring access to management platforms like Hik-Connect and ISUP.
Wireless Dial
Explains how to configure wireless dial-up for data transfer via 3G/4G networks.
HTTPS Settings
Details how to enable and configure HTTPS for secure web access, including certificate management.
Configuring QoS Settings
Explains how to configure Quality of Service (QoS) to manage network delay and congestion.
Configuring 802.1X Settings
Covers the configuration of IEEE 802.1X for network security and user authentication.
Integration Protocol
Describes how to enable CGI and ONVIF protocols for third-party platform integration.
Bandwidth Adaptation
Explains how to enable bandwidth adaptation for smoother live view performance.
Network Service
Covers enabling or disabling network services like WebSocket and SDK Service for optimal camera operation.
Smooth Streaming
Details how to configure smooth streaming for better live view quality on unstable networks.
Security Control Panel Configuration
Explains how to configure the camera to send alarm information to a destination IP or hostname.
Chapter 8 Video/Audio Settings
Configuring Video Settings
Details how to configure various video stream parameters like resolution, bitrate, and encoding.
Custom Video
Explains how to set up additional custom video streams for specific needs.
Configuring Audio Settings
Covers the configuration of audio parameters such as encoding, input, volume, and noise filter.
Configuring ROI Encoding
Details how to configure Region of Interest (ROI) encoding to improve video quality for specific areas.
Display Info. on Stream
Covers displaying VCA information and target details on the video stream.
Configuring Target Cropping
Explains how to crop specific target areas in the video for detailed viewing.
Chapter 9 Image Settings
Configuring Display Settings
Details how to adjust image parameters such as brightness, contrast, exposure, and day/night switch.
Configuring OSD Settings
Guides on customizing On-Screen Display (OSD) information like camera name and timestamps.
Configuring Privacy Mask
Explains how to create privacy masks to cover sensitive areas in the video feed.
Configuring Image Parameters Switch
Covers setting up scheduled image parameter switches based on time periods and linked scenes.
Configuring Picture Overlay
Details how to overlay images or logos onto the video feed.
Chapter 10 Event Settings
Basic Events
Details how to configure basic events like motion detection, video tampering, and alarm inputs/outputs.
Configuring Motion Detection
Explains how to set up motion detection areas, sensitivity, and arming schedules.
Expert Configuration
Describes advanced configuration options for motion detection, including day/night switching based on expert settings.
Configuring Video Tampering Alarm
Details how to configure the camera to detect and alarm for video tampering.
Configuring Alarm Input
Guides on configuring external alarm inputs, including their type and arming schedules.
Configuring Alarm Output
Explains how to configure alarm outputs to trigger external devices upon an event.
Handling Exception
Covers how to configure actions for system exceptions like HDD errors or network disconnections.
Configuring Flashing Alarm Light Output
Details how to configure flashing alarm light output for visual alerts.
Configuring Audible Alarm Output
Explains how to configure audible alarm outputs for sound alerts.
Configuring Other Alarm
Covers configuration for other alarm types such as wireless alarms and PIR alarms.
PIR Alarm
Details how to configure Passive Infrared (PIR) alarms to detect motion and heat.
Emergency Alarm
Explains how to trigger an emergency alarm using a remote control.
Smart Events
Introduces smart event detection types such as scene change, intrusion, and line crossing.
Configuring Scene Change Detection
Guides on configuring scene change detection to identify alterations in the surveillance environment.
Configuring Intrusion Detection
Details how to set up intrusion detection to identify unauthorized entry into defined areas.
Configuring Line Crossing Detection
Explains how to configure line crossing detection to monitor movement across a virtual line.
Configuring Region Entrance Detection
Covers configuring region entrance detection to identify objects entering a specified virtual area.
Configuring Region Exiting Detection
Details how to configure region exiting detection to monitor objects leaving a specified virtual area.
10.3 Face Capture
Overlay & Capture
Explains how to display VCA info and target data on streams and alarm pictures.
Snapshot Settings
Details how to configure snapshot settings, including target picture size and background upload.
Shield Region
Describes how to define shield regions where face capture should not be active.
Rule
Explains how to set rules for face capture, including pupil distance and detection areas.
Advanced Configuration
Covers advanced face capture configuration parameters.
Chapter 11 Storage Settings
Configuring Record Schedule
Details how to configure scheduled recording based on continuous, motion detection, or event triggers.
Configure Capture Schedule
Explains how to configure scheduled snapshots and event-triggered capture.
Configure HDD Management
Covers managing Hard Disk Drive (HDD) capacity, status, formatting, and encryption.
Configuring Net HDD
Details how to configure network-attached storage (NAS) for storing recorded files and pictures.
Memory Card Detection
Explains how to monitor memory card status, lock it, and receive notifications for abnormal conditions.
Configuring Lite Storage
Covers configuring lite storage to reduce frame rate and bitrate for longer storage times.
Configuring Cloud Storage
Details how to configure cloud storage for saving captured pictures.
Chapter 12 Playback
Playback
Guides on accessing and navigating the playback interface to review recorded video footage.
Chapter 13 Picture
Picture Search Interface
Details how to search for captured pictures by type, date, and time.
Appendix
Appendix 1 SADP Software Introduction
Introduces the SADP software for searching and managing network devices.
Appendix 2 Port Mapping
Port Mapping
Provides instructions for configuring port mapping on a TP-LINK router for network camera access.
Appendix 3
Device Communication Matrix
Provides a matrix detailing device communication ports for Hikvision network cameras.

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