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AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual Version 1.1

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  • Page 1 AXIS Video Servers The Plug-and-Watch Remote Monitoring and Surveillance Solution for TCP/IP Networks AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual Version 1.1...

  • Page 2: Quick Installation Procedure

    To get your AXIS 2400/2401 up and running on an Ethernet network, follow these instructions: 1. Note the serial number found on the underside label of the AXIS 2400/2401. The Ethernet address is the same as the serial number of the unit.
  • Page 3 AXIS 2400 and AXIS 2401 Video Servers Administration Manual...

  • Page 4: About This Document

    Axis AXIS 2400/2401 Video Server, and is applicable for software office which can be found on the cover of this document. Axis release 1.0. It includes simple step-by-step instructions for Communications AB cannot be held responsible for any technical or...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Connecting the AXIS 2400/2401 ........
  • Page 6 Table of Contents AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual Appendix E - CGI Parameters ..........51 CGI Parameters for Image Requests .

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    The AXIS 2400/2401 is the smart and cost-effective solution for the sophisticated demands of a modern interactive surveillance and remote monitoring system. Simple to install - and easy to use!

  • Page 8: Features And Benefits

    Using a standard Web browser, you configure and manage the AXIS 2400/2401 directly from its own Web pages. When a new firmware release becomes available, you can batch upgrade all of your Axis Video Servers remotely over the network using the AXIS ThinWizard.
  • Page 9 Axis Communications have a Web forum for ideas and suggestions for possible camera applications. Axis also maintain a collection of interesting links where you can insert your own link to your application and keep lists of application notes, FAQs and other related information.

  • Page 10: Physical Description

    AXIS 2400 Front Panel AXIS 2401 Front Panel Video Inputs - The AXIS 2401 allows a single video source to be connected via the VIDEO IN connector; the AXIS 2400 accommodates up to 4 separate video sources (VIDEO 1- VIDEO 4) simultaneously.
  • Page 11 • green - the indicator flashes briefly and momentarily displays orange during the start-up and self-test routines; the indicator then displays green to indicate a healthy unit status. • red - the indicator will display red only if a problem with the AXIS 2400/2401 has occurred. Refer to Appendix A - Troubleshooting.

  • Page 12: The Rear Panel

    RS-485 port via the Terminal Block Connector. Typically used for Pan/Tilt device interface. Network Connector - The AXIS 2400/2401 is designed for 10 Mbps Ethernet and 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet networks and connects to the network via a twisted pair category 5 cable (10baseT and 100baseTX) terminated using a standard RG-45 connector.

  • Page 13: Installation

    Documents, Technical References, Technical Notes, etc. It is compatible for use within all of the supported Axis computing environments. You can view the contents of the AXIS Online CD via the Adobe Reader interface or HTML interface. All documents presented on the CD are in PDF format.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Axis 2400/2401

    United States; whereas, PAL delivers 625 lines at 50 half-frames per second and is the dom- inant television standard in Europe. •The AXIS 2401 is supplied as either an NTSC or PAL-specific unit. The AXIS 2400 is programma- ble for both PAL and NTSC operation.

  • Page 15: Assigning An Ip Address

    • Ser ver Privileges: You need root privileges for UNIX; administrator privileges for Windows NT. • Ethernet Address: Each AXIS 2400/2401 is pre-configured with a unique Ethernet Address that is based upon the unit serial number, which you can find printed on the underside label of the unit. You will need to know the Ethernet address of your AXIS 2400/2401 to install the unit.
  • Page 16 Installing the AXIS IP Installer: 1. On the AXIS Online CD, click on the Software button. 2. Select the AXIS IP Installer and click Install. The AXIS IP Installer - Setup dialog is displayed on the screen. 3. Follow the instructions as they appear on the screen.
  • Page 17 AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual Installation Using ARP in Windows 95/98 and Windows NT To download the IP address and verify the communication, start a DOS window and type the following commands: arp -s <server IP address> <Ethernet address> ping <server IP address>...
  • Page 18 2. If necessary, update your host table and alias name databases as described required by your system. 3. If it is not already running, start the BOOTP daemon. This is typically done using the command bootpd 4. Restart the AXIS 2400/2401 to download the IP address, default router address, and subnet mask.

  • Page 19: Verifying The Installation

    AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual Installation Verifying the Installation After assigning an IP address, verify the connection between the AXIS 2400/2401 and the network: 1. Start your Web browser (see note below) and enter the name or IP address in the Location/Address field: Example http://172.21.1.200/...

  • Page 20: Configuring The Video Server

    2400/2401. The Administrator(s) is granted with high-level privileges denied to the ordinary user(s). Before you begin: To access the AXIS 2400/2401configuration pages, you must first set the Internet address as described in Assigning on page 13 an IP Address, You configure the AXIS 2400/2401 from a standard Web browser such as Netscape Navigator or Microsoft Internet Explorer.
  • Page 21 Installation Wizard prior to proceeding with the next step. N N N N o o o o t t t t e e e e : : : : When accessing the AXIS 2400/2401 for the first time using Microsoft Internet Explorer, you must temporarily lower your security settings to perform a one-time-only installation of Axis' ActiveX component onto your workstation, as described on page 17.
  • Page 22 Configuring the Video Server AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual Tools Overview The following table provides a one-stop overview of the information and services available from the Administration pages: Service Description Administration Overview • The First-time Installation Wizard allows novice administrators to automatically set the most important system parameters and quickly establish an appropriate applica- tion for the system users.
  • Page 23 A Generic icon is displayed underneath a Serial Port icon only if the purpose of the respective serial port is defined as Generic. The Generic driver is often referred to as terminal server or serial server and enables complete control of the Axis server serial ports from third-party client applications.

  • Page 24: Designing Your Application

    Configuring the Video Server AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual Designing your Application As an Administrator, you decide the general look and feel of the user interface and determine: • the appearance of the user interface • how video images are to be displayed to user •...
  • Page 25 Show gray background picture The Administrator can choose not to display the Administration and other navigational buttons from the • Show title, line and Axis logo user interface. Selecting this feature within in the Wizard • Show buttons (e.g. Help,...

  • Page 26: Server Settings

    Administrator (root) password of your AXIS 2400/2401 as soon as possible - since all Axis products are shipped with the same password as default.
  • Page 27 Note: The Control Button is recessed within the product casing and located between the VIDEO 3 and VIDEO 4 input connectors on the AXIS 2400, and to the left of the VIDEO OUT connector on the AXIS 2401. 3. While continuing to hold the Control Button depressed, reconnect the power supply cable to the video server.

  • Page 28: Network Settings

    Internet Addresses. • Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) - this is the protocol for sending e-mail messages between e-mail servers on the network. The AXIS 2400/2401 can be pre-programmed to send images as e-mail attachments to pre-defined addresses.

  • Page 29: Network Protocol

    Defines the server that is to provide your e-mail facilities. SMTP Return The reply address for e-mails sent by the AXIS 2400/2401; that is, the name address that is to Address appear in the ‘sent by’ field of the dispatched e-mail.

  • Page 30: Video Settings

    You click the Image Settings button to set the image features for the supported video source(s). As the AXIS 2400 supports up to four video inputs, you can optionally choose to implement your preferred settings generically - that is, valid for all connected video sources, or specifically - limiting your settings to the video source previously selected in the graphic only.
  • Page 31 United States; whereas, PAL delivers 625 lines at 50 half-frames per second and is the dominant video standard in Europe. The AXIS 2400 suppor ts NTSC, PAL and their derived standards; whereas the AXIS 2401 is supplied as either an NTSC or PAL-specific unit.

  • Page 32: Serial Port Settings

    2. Using the Pan Tilt and Zoom control bars, move the camera to the desired position. 3. Enter a descriptive name in the Current Position field. 4. Click Save to register the new preset position with the AXIS 2400/2401 and then check that the entered name is included in the Preset Positions drop-down list.
  • Page 33 Parameters. • Pan Tilt - from the drop down dialog choose from several Pan Tilt drivers supported as standard by the AXIS 2400/2401. A list of currently supported drivers is provided in Supported Pan Tilt Drivers, on page 48. • None - if you are not connecting a Pan Tilt or Generic driver to the port.

  • Page 34: Pan Tilt Settings

    The AXIS 2400/2401 supports a variety of standalone Pan Tilt devices as standard. You select an appropriate driver from the drop-down dialog, and click Save to register your choice with the AXIS 2400/2401. The driver configuration is then refined by clicking Driver Specific Settings.

  • Page 35: Generic Driver Settings

    2. Login using the user root and the root password. Default password is . It is highly pass recommended that your change the root password, since all Axis products are shipped with this password as default. 3. Type to access the configuration file.

  • Page 36: Using The Video Server

    The AXIS 2400/2401 can be used with most operating systems; including: Windows 95/98 and NT; as well as Linux, UNIX, Mac, and several others. You access the AXIS 2400/2401 from any standard Web browser; such as, Netscape Navigator 4.x or Internet Explorer 4.x (see the Important notice, below).
  • Page 37 Using the Video Server Typical Image Styles Because the look and feel of the AXIS 2400/2401 user interface is set up by your Administrator(s), the images format and page styles can vary considerably. Typical layout styles are featured below - but these examples should not be interpreted as an exhaustive library of available style formats.

  • Page 38: Positional Control Of The Video Sources

    Furthermore, the AXIS 2400/2401 can control up to two external (standalone) PTZ devices for positioning fixed cameras on your system. All PTZ devices can be steered via the AXIS 2400/2401 Web interface, or TCP application if your Administrator chooses. Using the Pan Tilt and Zoom Toolbars...
  • Page 39 AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual Using the Video Server Camera Positioning Although very similar, the navigational functionality is slightly different for each of the available pan tilt drivers. The table below describes the basic positioning methods, and the level to which...

  • Page 40: Appendix A - Troubleshooting

    The Log File The AXIS 2400/2401 log file records events within the unit and can prove a useful diagnostic tool when attempting to resolve any problems that might occur. If you cannot resolve your problem after reading the information in this appendix or by referring to the AXIS 2400/2401 FAQ, you can escalate the problem to the AXIS support desk.

  • Page 41: Pinging Your Ip Address

    Groper) can determine whether a specific IP address is accessible; it also provides a particularly useful method for confirming addressing conflicts with your AXIS 2400/2401 on the network. Having disconnected your AXIS 2400/2401, follow the instructions below in association with...

  • Page 42: Symptoms, Possible Causes And Remedial Actions

    IP address to the AXIS 2400/2401, using ARP . See also the Important Note, on page 15. An alternative is to use the AXIS IP Installer.
  • Page 43 The Internet site is too Use a script running on your web server to relay images heavily loaded. from the AXIS 2400/2401 to the Internet. No image using Refresh Complex images, i.e. The memory constraints become significantly more acute if...

  • Page 44: Appendix B - Updating The Software

    Flash memory is unique because it allows its data to be erased and re-written. This means that you can install software updates for your AXIS 2400/2401 as soon as they become available - without having to replace any parts. New software can be simply loaded into the AXIS 2400/2401 over the network.
  • Page 45 Appendix B - Updating the Software Before you begin: You must assign the AXIS 2400/2401 with an IP address, as described in Assigning an IP Address, on page 13, before you can use this upgrading method. Follow the instructions below to upgrade your video servers using AXIS ThinWizard: 1.

  • Page 46: Appendix C - Technical Specifications

    Video Features - Time stamp and text overlay. Color control (B/W or color). Video Inputs (AXIS 2400) - supports up to four BNC composite video inputs with 75ohm/Hi Z termination and includes autosensing for NTSC and PAL. Video Inputs (AXIS 2401) - Supplied as an NTSC or PAL-specific unit allowing single BNC composite video connection with 75ohm/Hi Z termination.
  • Page 47 * Maximum performance given single user and only one video source in use. ** Interlaced image *** Quad image, images from all four video sources integrated into one single image (AXIS 2400 only). All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

  • Page 48: Appendix D - The Rs232 Interface

    AXIS 2400/2401. These connectors are provided for connecting accessory equipment; typically standalone Pan/Tilt devices for remote positioning of connected video cameras. The Physical Connector A diagram of an RS232 connector and the AXIS 2400/2401 pin assignment table are detailed below. COM1...
  • Page 49 AXIS 2400 Follow the instructions below to install a Pan/Tilt device: 1. Attach the Pan/Tilt device to the Pan/Tilt port of the AXIS 2400/2401 using an RS232 cable. Note: It is also possible to connect a Pan Tilt device via the RS485 por t. See Appendix F - The IO Termi- nal Block for details.
  • Page 50 - per RS232 Stopbits=2 port. Sony G20/G21/D30/D31 Baud = 9600 AXIS 2400 only: Define the unit identity, corresponding the Parity = None order in which the device is connected in the daisy chain. Note: (VISCA) Databits =8 Sony devices normally support automatic sensing and...
  • Page 51 Appendix D - The RS232 Interface Important! Although many of the supported drivers have been tested and found to work satisfactorily with the AXIS 2400/2401, Axis cannot guarantee the compatibilty of all drivers, conforming or otherwise, to a specific manufacturer’s protocol. Notes: •Setting the Pan Tilt Address to 255 causes the control signals to be broadcast to all connected...
  • Page 52 3. Define the appropriate TCP Port number. 4. Click Save. Note: Your TCP client application must also use this TCP port when communicating with the AXIS 2400/2401. 5. The Pan/Tilt port is now enabled for input/output operations via TCP. Tip! In step 3 (above), use a Telnet session to access the TCP port, and set a null modem connection to a terminal program;...

  • Page 53: Appendix E - Cgi Parameters

    The Common Gateway Interface (CGI) is a standard for interfacing external applications with information servers, such as a Web server. A CGI program within the AXIS 2400/2401 allows you to define special video image features within an embedded URL request and generate simple HTTP input/output operations for controlling the Pan/Tilt port.
  • Page 54 <IMG SRC="http://172.21.1.200/cgi-bin/fullsize.jpg?camera=1&motion=0"> </body> </html> Example 4 The following example features a JavaScript that transmits live video images from a AXIS 2400/2401 into a Web page, using either Netcape or Microsoft Internet Explorer: <html> <head> <title>Live Video Demo, Netscape and Microsoft Internet Explorer</title>...

  • Page 55: Cgi Parameters For Pan Tilt And Zoom Control

    Notes: •Parameters and values identified with an asterisk “*” are not available to all supported pan tilt devices. For the latest driver-specific information, check out the Axis Camera Developer’s Web at http://cctv.axis.com/ •The CGI parameters that adjust the camera position are only applicable when using one of the...

  • Page 56: Cgi Parameters For Preset Positions

    Appendix E - CGI Parameters AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual CGI Parameters for Preset Positions For preset position requests, use this syntax: http://<servername>/cgi-bin/control?presetposname=<position name>&camera=<n> It is also possible to use an index number instead of the preset position name: http://<servername>/cgi-bin/control?presetposno=<1-20>&camera=<n> CGI Parameters for Serial Port Control For HTTP input/output operations on the Pan/Tilt port requires the Generic driver to be selected.
  • Page 57 Example 2 Clears the input buffer, writes the data string 2B004C4C4F to COM1 and waits 5 seconds for a reply. The AXIS 2400/2401 will return a value to the Web browser: http://videoserv/cgi-bin/control?port=1&flush=yes&dataout=2B004C4C4F&wait=5&read=20 Example 3 An HTML page for reading and writing to the COM1 serial port: <html>...

  • Page 58: Appendix F - The Io Terminal Block

    Web browser interface. DC + Power (Input or Output) DC Power Input or Output: Used as an input, it supplies the Axis 2400 via a DC source; for example. a solar panel or a battery. DC - Power (Input or Output) As an output, it can drive the photo coupler inputs or other equip- ment;...
  • Page 59 AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual Appendix F - The IO Terminal Block Note: For compatible replacement connectors, contact http://www.phoenixcontact.com, quoting: MC1.5/8-ST-3.81 (ar t no 1803633) Power and Ground AXIS 2400/2401 PS-D Internal 3.3V Switch Mode Power Supply GND PIN 5 COM 1...

  • Page 60: Controlling And Monitoring

    The relay can be controlled from the scripting language using the relay command, as described in relay, on page 75, or by entering the following URL: http://<servername>/io?relay=on o o o o r r r r http://<servername>/io?relay=off The AXIS 2400/2401 returns a respective messages, to confirm the relay status: Relay is off Relay is on...
  • Page 61 AXIS 2400/2401 12V AC Switch, motion detector, etc. Industrial Control Device Optional Relay Appliance Relay Switch Switch Mains Power 24V DC RS485 A RS485 B PTZ Camera Schematic diagram of the AXIS 2400/2401 Auxiliary Connector - displaying a possible application...
  • Page 62 The status of the four supported digital inputs can be queried in exactly the same fashion as the relay output. Simply enter the following URL to query the status of the digital inputs: http://<servername>/io?relay=check The AXIS 2400/2401 displays the relay status as either: Input1 is on / off Input2 is on / off...

  • Page 63: Appendix G - Camera Applications

    Appendix G - Camera Applications Appendix G - Camera Applications The AXIS 2400/2401 offers live video over the network for enhancing and modernizing traditional CCTV and video surveillance systems... and much more. Whereas traditional security systems often limit camera access to a specific monitor; the AXIS 2400/2401 allows industrial and security surveillance over a secure intranet network and even allows you to broadcast live images over the Internet.

  • Page 64: Client Applications

    Notes: •Take the time to look at what other organizations in the industry are doing with Axis’ network cameras. Visit Axis’ dedicated CCTV Website at: http://cctv.axis.com •Network Camera Ser vers Developer’s Pages: The Camera Division at Axis maintain a specialist site for network camera developers.

  • Page 65: Appendix H- The Programming Script

    •A previously saved script is automatically displayed when the Programming Script Editor is opened. Programming Script Format A programming script for the AXIS 2400/2401includes one or several entries and is entered into the editor in the following format: # <comments>...
  • Page 66 Appendix H-The Programming Script AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual where: • The are optional. <comments> • The includes the following fields: <trigger condition> <minute> <hour> <day> <month> <weekday> <optional input/boot event> • The include one or several programming script commands. <commands>...
  • Page 67 , to indicate when the trigger variable is activated. Note: The AXIS 2400/2401 has four digital input ports 1 - 4 interfaced via the Terminal Block Connec- tor. For connection details please refer to Appendix F - The IO Terminal Block.

  • Page 68: Commands

    The buffer_init command initiates or clears the image buffers. This is needed in order to store images using the buffer_start and buffer_stop commands. Syntax buffer_init [[CAMERANUMBER],[IMAGE],[SIZE][:[CAMERANUMBER],[IMAGE],[SIZE]]]; Options CAMERANUMBER Specifies the camera source, i.e. 1- 4 (AXIS 2401must be set to 1) IMAGE Specifies the image type 1- 3, where: 1=halfsize.jpg, 2=fullsize.jpg and 3=hugesize.jpg...
  • Page 69 [-src SOURCEFILE] [-cam CAMERANUMBER] [-interval TIME] [-duration TIME] [-store SIZE]; Options Specifies the source file name, i.e. -src halfsize.jpg fullsize.jpg hugesize.jpg Specifies the camera source, i.e. 1-4. If omitted, the default camera will be used (AXIS -cam 2401must be set to 1)
  • Page 70 Appendix H-The Programming Script AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual -interval Specifies the time interval between consecutive snapshots. If omitted, new snapshots are generated without any delay. Format: , or h<hours>m<minutes>s<seconds> fps <approximate frames per second> -duration Specifies the total time for the command to run. If omitted, the buffer_start command will be issued only once.
  • Page 71 AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual Appendix H-The Programming Script -duration Specifies the total time for the command to run. If omitted, the buffer_start command will be issued only once. Format: h<hours>m<minutes>s<seconds>. Note that if you specify , the command will continue to be executed until it...
  • Page 72 Appendix H-The Programming Script AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual The ftp command uses the standard File Transfer Protocol (FTP) for transferring an image from your AXIS 2400/2401 to a remote host. Note: The ftp command keeps the connection open during each file transfer.
  • Page 73 AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual Appendix H-The Programming Script The current day of the month in the range 01-31. The current month in the range 01-12. The current year without the century in the range 00-99. The current year including the century.
  • Page 74 Appendix H-The Programming Script AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual Example 1 # This command will log in as "user" with the # password "pass" on the host with the Internet # address 123.123.123.123, download a hugesize # image with the name "user.jpg" and put # it in the directory "/home/user"...
  • Page 75 The message string must be surrounded by quotation marks. Example: # This command writes a message to the log file when the AXIS 2400/2401Control Button is pressed. * * * * * /B : log "The Control button was pressed." ;...
  • Page 76 # subject "This "fullsize.jpg" was sent from my # AXIS 2400" to two recipients. * * * * * * : mail -s "This \"fullsize.jpg\" was sent from my AXIS 2400" -a fullsize.jpg -t someone@axis.com anotherone@axis.com; Example 3 # This command will send an e-mail with two attachments.
  • Page 77 -speed, -preset, -cam, -zoom, -move, -pan, -tilt For example; ptz -tilt 10 -cam 4, will not work. You must enter, ptz -cam 4 -tilt 10. relay This command sets the relay on or off within the AXIS 2400/2401. Syntax relay [-on | -off];...
  • Page 78 # This command sets the relay ON when digital input 1 goes high: * * * * * / I1 : reset -on; reset This command resets the software or hardware of the AXIS 2400/2401. Syntax reset [-soft | -hard]; Options Reinitiates the AXIS 2400/2401 protocols.

  • Page 79: Index

    AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual Index Index Administration tools alert, Programming script Programming script Anonymous user access Log file 13, 15, 40 examining AXIS IP Installer obtaining AXIS Online CD mail AXIS ThinWizard Programming script bad snapshot images Network Connector 13, 16...
  • Page 80 Index AXIS 2400/2401 Administration Manual Programming script UNIX buffer_init Upgrading the software buffer_start using FTP buffer_stop commands Video Inputs format Video Output 64, 65 Input and Boot Welcome page mail Zoom 75, 76 reset sleep Time and Date Trigger trigger condition...

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