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- Page 1 EDN228 Mini Dome Network Camera 2-Megapixel & WDR User’s Manual Copyright © EverFocus Electronics Corp, Release Date: November, 2014...
- Page 2 Copyright 1995 - 2014 EverFocus Electronics Corp. All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without written permission of the EverFocus Electronics Corporation. EverFocus 12F-1, No.79, Sec.
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Page 3: About This Document
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Warning: Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by EverFocus or parties authorized by EverFocus could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:... - Page 4 Precautions 1. Do not install the camera near electric or magnetic fields. Install the camera away from TV/radio transmitters, magnets, electric motors, transformers and audio speakers since the electromagnetic fields generated from these devices may distort the video image or otherwise interfere with camera operation. 2.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS 1. Introduction ..........................1 2. Physical Description ........................2 2.1 Dimensions ............................3 3. Features ............................3 4. Installation ............................ 4 4.1 Packing List ............................4 4.2 Basic Installation ..........................4 5. Accessing the User Interface ...................... 7 5.1 Checking the Dynamic IP Address......................7 5.2 Settings for Microsoft Internet Explorer .................... - Page 6 7.3.3 Notification .......................... 60 7.4 Link to Smart Phone App ........................63 8. Upgrading Firmware Using IP Utility ..................64 9. Specifications ..........................66 10. Troubleshooting ......................... 68 Appendix ............................71 A. Tested Card Brands ..........................71 B. Enabling the Multicast Function ......................72...
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Page 7: Introduction
EDN228 1. Introduction The EDN228 is a 2-megapixel mini dome IP camera, providing 30 fps at 1920 x 1080 viewing resolution. The camera supports dual streams from H.264 & MJPEG video compression formats. The camera has a built-in micro SDHC card slot, providing local recording when the event was triggered. Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af) supplies power to the camera via the network for easy installation with only one cable,... -
Page 8: Physical Description
EDN228 2. Physical Description NO. Item Name Descriptions 1 Fix Screws Used to adjust lens. 2 Lens Fixed lens. 3 12 VDCable Used to connect to a 12 VDC power supply. 4 RJ‐45 Connector Cable Used to connect to a LAN / PoE cable. 5 Micro SDHC / SDXC Card Slot Insert a micro SDHC / SDXC card here. 6 Reset Button Press the button to reset the camera. Cable Connection Cable Name Description Connects to the 12 VDC power source. You can optionally use the supplied ... -
Page 9: Dimensions
EDN228 2.1 Dimensions Features 1/2.8” HD color CMOS image sensor delivers high resolution, and supports both H.264, MPEG-4 • and M-JPEG in full frame rate Wide dynamic range • Provides true day / night functionality with automatic IR filter operation •... -
Page 10: Installation
Note: Equipment configurations and supplied accessories vary by country. Please consult your local EverFocus office or agents for more information. Please also keep the shipping carton for possible future use. 2. Contact the shipper if any items appear to have been damaged in the shipping process. - Page 11 EDN228 3. Loosen two Set Screws to adjust the lens. 4. Optionally insert the micro SDHC / SDXC card. 5. Connect the LAN / PoE cable to the camera. Remove the Screw Cap from the Cable Gland. Insert a RJ-45 network cable (without the RJ-45 connector on the one end) through the Cable...
- Page 12 EDN228 Place the Waterproof Ring into the LAN / PoE cable. Connect the RJ-45 cable to the RJ-45 Connector Cable. Tightly screw the Cable Gland and Screw Cap to the RJ-45 Connector Cable. 6. Optionally connect the camera to the 12 VDC power source using the supplied Power Adapter Pigtail or a power adapter.
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Page 13: Accessing The User Interface
Checking the Dynamic IP Address You can look up the IP address and access the Web interface of the camera using the IP Utility (IPU) software included in the software CD or from the Website of EverFocus (click here to download). - Page 14 EDN228 Click OK, the Live View window appears. Note: 1. You might be required to download ActiveX for viewing the camera feed. If asked, click Yes. 2. To enable Remote Live View, Firmware Upgrade and ActiveX Prompt on Internet Explorer, some settings have to be complete.
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Page 15: Settings For Microsoft Internet Explorer
EDN228 Settings for Microsoft Internet Explorer To enable Remote Live View, Firmware Upgrade and ActiveX Prompt on Internet Explorer, some settings have to be complete. Please follow the steps below: 1. On the computer, click Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Action Center (click Change User Account Control Settings), the User Account Control Settings window appears. - Page 16 EDN228 In the Download unsigned ActiveX controls field, select Prompt. In the Include local directory path when uploading files to a server field, select Enable. Click OK. In the Internet Options window, click the Advanced tab and then disable Enable memory...
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Page 17: Connecting The Camera To The Network
EDN228 5.3 Connecting the Camera to the Network There are three methods to connect the IP camera to the network: Router or LAN Connection, Direct High-Speed Connection and One-to-One Connection. Router or LAN connection This is the most common connection in which the IP camera is connected to a router and allows multiple users on and off site to see the IP camera on a LAN/WAN (Internet). - Page 18 EDN228 Direct High-Speed Connection In a Direct High-Speed Connection, the camera connects directly to a modem without the need for a router. You need to set the static or dynamic WAN IP address assigned by your ISP (Internet Service Provider) in the camera’s configuration web pages. To access the camera, just type “http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx”, where xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx is the IP address given by your ISP.
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Page 19: Live View Window
(see B. Snapshot/Record error message in 10. Troubleshooting). 4. Record Click the Record button to start / stop recording the current video stream. By default, this icon is only for one-minute video recording and the recordings will be saved at C:\EverFocus\. To change... - Page 20 EDN228 the recording time, see File Size in 7.1.3 Storage. To change the location, see Record to Local in 7.1.3 Storage. To record long-period recordings, please set up a recording schedule (7.3.2 Schedule Settings). To change the source video stream and recording format, see Recording and Snapshot Settings in 7.1.3 Storage.
- Page 21 Select the Video Stream (Stream 1 and Stream 2) that will be displayed in the live view window on the bottom. (see 7.2.1 Streaming). The default setting is Stream 1 only. If extra streams required, EverFocus can customize the settings. 9. View Size Use this to select the appropriate view size and shape of the live view window on the bottom.
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Page 22: Playback
EDN228 Playback You can remotely play back the recordings stored in the on-camera micro SD card on the Web interface, or play back the recordings stored in the computer using the ARV Viewer included in the software CD. Playback is designed as a quick way to check recent recordings that were triggered by Events that were configured to “Record to micro SD Card”... - Page 23 EDN228 Search by File: Click the Search button to search for all recording files on the on-camera micro SD card. Search results will be displayed in the Filename area. Search by Time: Click the Date / Time column and select the date and time from which you want to search until the present moment.
- Page 24 EDN228 Filename: This area will display a list of search results (recording files and folders). Folders (named with the recorded date) will be displayed first. Click on the folder and click on each subfolder until the recording files (.arv) in that folder is listed.
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Page 25: Setting Up The Playback Function
EDN228 Setting Up the Playback Function Note that the Playback function will not be activated until the user has inserted a micro SD card in the camera’s micro SD card slot. The card may also have to be formatted in the Secure Digital Card field (see 7.1.3 Storage). -
Page 26: Testing The Playback Function
EDN228 6.2.2 Testing the Playback Function 1. To test the Playback function (this is not required), set up a “Manual Trigger” Recording Event by clicking Event Settings > Event. Give the event a name, like “1”. In the “Event Triggered Type” field, click on Manual Trigger. - Page 27 EDN228 event under the same type, uncheck to disable the event first and check the desired event. 5. To save your settings, click the Create button, and the Event will be listed in the Event List. 6. Look at the “Post-trigger Buffer” at the bottom to make sure the buffer time is set to 10 seconds.
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Page 28: Playing Back Using Arv Viewer
EDN228 Playing Back Using ARV Viewer You can play back the recordings stored in the computer using the ARV Viewer included in the software CD. To store the recordings in the computer, please refer to Copy in 6.1 Remote Playback Using Playback Page. - Page 29 EDN228 360 Degree Click to display 360 degree view. Wall 180 Degree Click to display 180 degree view. Playback Time Display the playback time. Total Time of Recording Display the total time of the recording. Stop Click to stop playing the recording.
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Page 30: Settings
EDN228 Settings Click the Setting button on the Live View Window to enter the setting submenu. There are two tabs: Basic and Advanced on the left-side bar. You can set up the basic camera settings in the Basic tab. To further set up comprehensive camera settings, click the Advanced tab, which includes all the settings to be configured. -
Page 31: System Settings
EDN228 System Settings 7.1.1 Network... - Page 32 EDN228 【Protocol Settings】You can transmit the data stream from the IP cameras using the RTSP (Real Time Streaming Protocol) on the network. The RTSP is a protocol that allows you to access video streams by using the compatible media players. Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
- Page 33 From EverFocus: If you choose the EverFocus DDNS server, you can obtain a free host name • from EverFocus. To obtain a free host name from EverFocus, type a desired host name in the textbox, click the Register / Update button, and then click the Apply button.
- Page 34 2. In certain router models, it is possible that you will not be able to access the camera using DDNS while inside the router’s network. Please try using a PC located outside of your router’s network. Default Ports on All EverFocus IP Cameras: HTTP: 80 RTSP: 554 HTTPS: 443 【HTTPS Settings】This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab.
- Page 35 EDN228 1. Select Self-Signed Certificated and fill in the following information. 2. Click the Apply button. The subject line will be displayed in the Install Certificated Info field. 3. Click the Property button, a pop-up window appears to display the details of the certificate.
- Page 36 EDN228 Create Certificate Request You can apply for an official certificate from an issuing Certificate Authority. 1. Select Certificate Request and fill in the following information. 2. Type the required Certificate information and then click the Apply button. The subject line will be displayed in the Created Request field 3.
- Page 37 EDN228 6. In the Install Signed Certificated field, click the Browse button to search for the issued certificate, and then click the Upload button to import the certificate. Once the certificate has been uploaded, this field will show the subject line of the certificate.
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Page 38: Date / Time
EDN228 7.1.2 Date / Time You can set up the system’s time on this page. 【Date/Time Format Settings】Select the desired Date / Time format and then click the Apply button. To enable displaying the date and time information on the Live View Window, you have to check the Date/Time box in the Overlay Text Settings (see 7.1.4 Display and Overlay). -
Page 39: Storage
EDN228 7.1.3 Storage You can configure the recording path / format, source video stream and micro SD card settings on this page. 【Record to Local】This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. You can configure the storage path for storing the recordings / snapshot on your PC. - Page 40 EDN228 【Secure Digital Card】 Notification: Select the percentage of storage space that should be left on the card before the camera notifies you of the impending storage shortage or overwrite. Event Recording: Select the location where you want the camera to send the impending ...
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Page 41: Display And Overlay
EDN228 7.1.4 Display and Overlay You can configure the recording path / format, source video stream and micro SD card settings on this page. 【Overlay Text Settings】Check the boxes to display the information on the Live View Window. The information will only be displayed on the Live View Window and will not be displayed on the live view video images nor snapshots. - Page 42 EDN228 Show video title in video and snapshots: Check the box to enable displaying video title on the live view video images and snapshots. To change the title, type a name in the Video Title column. Enable Video OSD: Check the box to enable displaying date/time information on the live view ...
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Page 43: System Maintenance
【Machine Name】If required, enter a new name for the machine. This name will be visible in the Machine Name field of the IP Utility software, which is included in the software CD or from the Website of EverFocus (click here to download. - Page 44 EDN228 Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings. Note: Uploading a new language file will cause the system to reboot automatically. Please create a new network connection to the IP camera when the reboot is complete.
- Page 45 EDN228 Note: 1. Do not disconnect power to the unit during the upgrade sequence. The unit will reboot automatically after the upgrade has completed (1-5 minutes). 2. During the upgrade process, all event recording actions will be stopped. Event recording actions will resume after the camera is rebooted.
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Page 46: System Information
EDN228 7.1.6 System Information You can see the system information and log information displayed on this page. 【System Status】Displayed the system information. The values cannot be changed on this page. The Uptime represents the period since the camera has been powered on. For example, up 3:08 represents the camera has been powered on for 3 hours and 8 minutes. -
Page 47: User
EDN228 7.1.7 User The system administrator can create up to ten user accounts on this page. 【User Management】The system has automatically created ten user accounts. To set up an user account: 1. Highlight a user account and its information will be displayed in the field below the account list. - Page 48 EDN228 User: A user can not only view the live view but also view/configure the below camera • settings. View Configure System Settings Network Network > Protocol Settings Date/Time Date/Time > Date/Time Format Settings Storage > Record to Local Storage > Record to Local Display and Overlay >...
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Page 49: Black /White List
EDN228 7.1.8 Black /White List Use this page to specify IP addresses that are allowed / denied to access this camera. By default, any IP address can access the camera. Note: The Allowed IP addresses only become relevant when the Denied items contain a Network or Range, and the supervisor wants to allow one or more IP addresses within that excluded range or network. -
Page 50: Camera Settings
EDN228 Camera Settings You can configure camera related settings, such as video / audio, region of interest and privacy mask. 7.2.1 Streaming 【Stream Settings】This IP camera can output three video streams simultaneously. For each of these streams, the user can set the compression format, resolution, bit rate, and frame rate individually. - Page 51 EDN228 Format: Select the encoding format – H.264, MJPEG or MPEG4. Resolution: Select the most suitable resolution for your needs. Frame Rate: This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. Select from 1 to 30 fps. Bit Rate: This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. If required, select whether you want the stream to stream a Constant Bit Rate or a Variable Bit Rate, and set the values of whichever option you choose.
- Page 52 EDN228 【Privacy Mask Settings】This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. The Privacy Mask can block out sensitive areas from view, covering the areas with colored or black and white boxes in both live view and recorded clips. This feature is useful when users’ don’t want the sensitive information visible.
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Page 53: Profile
EDN228 7.2.2 Profile The Profile Settings is designed with four camera modes, which can be applied in various scenes to enhance image quality. You can apply different camera modes to the daytime and nighttime. 【Day Mode】Select a camera mode and then click the Apply button to save the settings. - Page 54 EDN228 【Night Mode】Select a camera mode and then click the Apply button to save the settings. Vivid: Select Vivid mode to have images with optimized contrast ratio. You can further configure the camera settings on the Camera setup page if required. Note that selecting the Vivid mode will lock (grayed-out) some Camera Settings on the Camera setup page such as Exposure Settings (AE), Noise Reduction Settings and Monitor Settings.
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Page 55: Camera
EDN228 7.2.3 Camera 【Day/Night Settings】 Mode: Select a mode from the drop-down list. Auto: Select to let the camera automatically switch to Night mode when the light levels fall • to a specified level, and back to Day mode when the light levels rise to a specified level. - Page 56 EDN228 【Exposure Settings】This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab and can only be activated when you select User Define from the Day Mode / Night Mode drop-down list (see 7.2.2 Profile). This setting is used to adapt to the amount or type of light used by the camera. Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
- Page 57 EDN228 【Features】This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings. Noise Reduction (NR): This limits the amount of digital “video noise” that is usually found in any video stream, and helps to reduce file size.
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Page 58: Schedule
EDN228 7.2.4 Schedule The Schedule setup page is designed for users to configure the daytime and nighttime of each day. The Schedule setting is only functional if you select Schedule from the D/N Mode drop-down list on the Camera setup page. -
Page 59: Image
EDN228 7.2.5 Image This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. 【Orientation Settings】 Enable Mirror: Check the box to enable the mirror function. The image will be rotated horizontally around a vertical axis. Enable Flip: Check the box to enable the flip function. The image will be rotated vertically ... - Page 60 EDN228 This will allow you to force the camera to readjust the white balance every time you push the Push button. The lens will hold the same focal position until the next trigger command is received. This function helps to prevent incorrect focusing in dark environments.
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Page 61: Event Settings
EDN228 Event Settings You can set up the Motion Detection event or Tampering Detection event to automatically notify the users when an event occurs. You can also set up a schedule to automatically record the videos when an event occurs. -
Page 62: Event
EDN228 7.3.2 Event This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. Except the Event Wizard, you can also configure the event settings along with the Recording Schedule on this page. - Page 63 EDN228 【Event Management】You can set up the events such as Motion Detection or Tampering Detection to automatically notify the users when an event occurs. Event Name: Type an event name. Event Trigger Type: Select an event for the to-be-specified-below reaction/s.
- Page 64 EDN228 Upload to FTP: Check the box if you want the camera to upload the recordings to the FTP server entered in the FTP Repository Settings (see 7.3.3 Notification). Record to micro SD Card: Check the box if you want the camera to start recording its video ...
- Page 65 EDN228 【Schedule Settings】Users can configure the recording schedule here. Select the desired recording types among the options below. Click and drag the cursor on the time block, which will be applied with the selected recording type. Event Recording (Red): Select for the camera to activate all the Event Recording set up in the ...
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Page 66: Notification
EDN228 7.3.3 Notification This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. 【SMTP (Email) Settings】This area is for configuring the mail server that is used to send e-mail text notifications and one image file from the camera to predefined addresses via SMTP. Note that to enable e-mail notification function, you have to check the Send Mail Notification box in the Event Management field (see 7.3.2 Event). - Page 67 EDN228 SMTP Server: Enter the IP address or the host name of the SMTP server used to send e-mails. SMTP Port: Enter the port number for SMTP. The default is 25. Authentication: Check the box if the SMTP server requires authentication (user/password).
- Page 68 Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings. 【Network Alarm Settings】 This function works with EverFocus CMS software. The camera can send a network alarm signal (when the event occurs) to the CMS servers. To establish the connection between the camera and CMS servers, the protocol and port number should match with each other.
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Page 69: Link To Smart Phone App
EDN228 Link to Smart Phone App You can access camera live view or take a snapshot via your smart phone. This page is designed for users to download the mobile app to your mobile phone by scanning the QR code. -
Page 70: Upgrading Firmware Using Ip Utility
EDN228 Upgrading Firmware Using IP Utility You can upgrade the Firmware using the IP Utility software included in the software CD or from the Website of EverFocus (click here to download). Save IP Utility Setup AutoRun.exe in your computer. Double click the .exe file and follow the on-screen instructions. - Page 71 EDN228 3. Up to 10 cameras can be simultaneously upgraded to the latest firmware. If you connect the cameras to a PoE switch, please make sure the Power Consumption of the PoE switch is sufficient. Click the Upgrade Firmware button , a browsing window appears.
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Page 72: Specifications
EDN228 Specifications EDN228 Model Camera Image Sensor 1/2.8” SONY Progressive Scan CMOS Sensor Megapixel 2 MP Color: 0.2 Lux at F1.4 Min. Illumination B/W: 0.05 Lux at F1.4 Electronic Shutter 8.5 ~ 1/60,000sec. Scanning System NTSC / PAL Gain Control... - Page 73 EDN228 Power 12 VDC, PoE Connector Ethernet RJ-45 General Power Source 12 VDC / PoE (IEEE802.3af) Max. Power Consumption 5W Max. Operating Temperature -10°C ~ 50°C / -14°F~122°F Humidity 20% ~ 80% (no condensation) Safety CE, FCC Dimensions (Φ x H) 58.5 x 110 mm / 2.3”...
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Page 74: Troubleshooting
EDN228 10. Troubleshooting Error messages pop up A. When these error messages pop up, follow the steps below to fix the problem. 1. To enter the Registry Editor of your computer: Click Start and type “regedit” in the Search Program and Files field. - Page 75 EDN228 3. Find the KeepAlive Timeout Dword by following the path: \HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Sofware\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings 4. Double-click KeepAlive Timeout and this window appears. 5. Change the Value data to 480000 and click OK.
- Page 76 EDN228 B. Snapshot / Record error message. For Microsoft IE10 and above users, you may have the above error message pop up when you click the Snapshot button on the Live View window. You can simply solve this problem by setting up your...
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Page 77: Appendix
Appendix Tested Card Brands This IP Camera supports micro SD / SDHC card up to 64GB. The following brands of the micro SD cards have been tested by EverFocus and are recommended to work with EverFocus IP camera. Brand ADATA... -
Page 78: Enabling The Multicast Function
EDN228 Enabling the Multicast Function The Multicast Function is a technique for one-to-many communication over an IP infrastructure in a network that is designed to share IP camera loading and reduce network bandwidth. Note that for this function to work, the router / switch must support multicast function. - Page 79 EDN228 4. Go to the setting page of the router/switch to enable the Multicast function. Here we use a D-Link DIR655 router and EverFocus 24-port switch for example. 5. The Multicast function setup is now complete.
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