AXIS 2411 Video Server Administration Manual
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual About This Document Liability This manual is intended for administrators and users of the AXIS 2411 Video Server, and is applicable for software release 3.01 and up. It includes instructions for installing, using and managing the AXIS 2411 on your network. Previous experience of networking will be of use when installing and using this product. Later versions of this document will be posted to the Axis Website, as required.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Table of Contents Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 AXIS 2411 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 AXIS 2411 Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Hardware Inventory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Produktbeschreibung und Installationsanleitung Produktbeschreibung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 AXIS 2411 Bedienfeld, Ansicht der Rückseite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Lieferumfang. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Product Description Product Description Read the following information to familiarize yourself with the AXIS 2411, making particular note of where the connectors and indicators are located. AXIS 2411 Front Panel Network Indicator After completion of the startup and self test routines, the multi-colored Network Indicators light up as follows: Power Indicator The Power indicator is normally lit while power is applied.
Hardware Inventory AXIS 2411 Admin Manual AXIS 2411 Rear Panel Power Adapter Connector A single Jack socket (PS-K) for connection of the AXIS 2411 power adapter. Network Connector The AXIS 2411 is designed for 10 Mbps Ethernet and 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet networks and connects to the network via a standard RJ45 connector. Supporting NWAY, the AXIS 2411 detects the speed of the local network segment and varies the speed of data communication accordingly (between 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps).
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Installation Installation • Quick installation - Follow the instructions below to quickly install on an Ethernet network. • Macintosh users - Please refer to Notes for Macintosh Users, on page 19. ❶Connect the video output of your camera(s) to the AXIS 2411 video port(s) using standard 75 Ohm coaxial video cable, terminated with a BNC-connector. If your camera is supplied with a standard phono-type (RCA) connector, use a BNC-to-RCA converter.
Installation AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Power Adapter Connector ❺Connect the power adapter to the unit and connect it to your main power supply. ❻Approximately 10-15 seconds after connecting the power supply, the message ‘Reply from 172.21.1.200...’ - or similar, is returned within the window. Ensure that the Power Indicator is permanently lit and that the Network Indicator flashes intermittently. ❼Exit ping.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Installation Verifying and Completing the Installation From Your Browser ❶Start your browser and enter the IP address of the AXIS 2411 in the location/address field. Important! Upon delivery, the AXIS 2411 is configured for open access (anonymous users). The unit is supplied with one pre-configured Administrator user name: root and password: pass.
Configuring the Video Server AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Configuring the Video Server After deciding on the application you wish to develop and having installed your AXIS 2411, the unit is now connected directly to a local area network. This section describes how to configure the AXIS 2411 and is intended specifically for product Administrators – who normally have high-level privileges denied to ordinary users. The AXIS 2411 is configured from a standard browser (Netscape 4.7 och 7.x Internet Explorer 5.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Configuring the Video Server Accessing the Tools Follow the instructions below to access the Administration Tools from a browser: 1. Start the browser and enter the name or IP address of the AXIS 2411 in the location/address field. Example! http://172.21.1.200/ 2. The Application page is now displayed. Click the Admin button to display the Administration Overview page and the Administration Tools. 3. The various components of the video server are shown as icons on the page.
Configuring the Video Server AXIS 2411 Admin Manual General Server Settings Click the Video Server icon to display and/or edit the following settings: Date and Time Click the Date and Time icon to set the date and time, automatically, or manually. Automatic setting of the date and time requires you to either synchronize the time with that on your computer or, alternatively, to provide the IP address of an NTP server.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Configuring the Video Server Notes: • Image control can also be achieved directly using CGI parameters in the image URL. • Using CGI parameters embedded in a URL request will temporarily override any parameters defined in the Video dialog. For detailed CGI information, refer to the Axis Camera API, HTTP - Interface Specification, available from our website at www.axis.
Configuring the Video Server AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Emergency Actions In certain circumstances it may become necessary to perform a Restart of the AXIS 2411, or to return it to its Factory Default settings. Both of these actions can be performed by clicking the appropriate button on this page. Please see Resetting to the Factory Default Settings, on page 16, for more information.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Configuring the Video Server DHCP DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a protocol that lets network administrators centrally manage and automate the assignment of IP addresses in an organization's network. Important! DHCP should only be enabled if you know which IP address the AXIS 2411 will get from the DHCP server, or if your version of DHCP can update a DNS server, which then allows you to access the AXIS 2411 by name.
Configuring the Video Server AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Important! The AXIS 2411 supports the two most common video standards - NTSC and PAL. NTSC delivers 525 lines of resolution at 60 half-frames per second and is the common standard in the United States; whereas PAL delivers 625 lines at 50 half-frames per second and is the dominant video standard in Europe.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Using the Video Server Using the Video Server This section is intended specifically for system Users; that is, personnel responsible for using the AXIS 2411 as part of an integrated surveillance system. Important! • Your system Administrator has installed the AXIS 2411 on your computer network, connected a video camera to the unit, and tailored the user functions and general look and feel of the system to meet your specific surveillance needs.
Other IP Setup Methods AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Appendix A - Other IP Setup Methods As an alternative to the ARP command (described earlier in the Installation section of this manual), you can set the IP address for your AXIS 2411 using the following method: Method Operating Systems AXIS IP Installer Windows 95, 98, NT BOOTP UNIX Refer to... “Using AXIS IP Installer” (page -19) Requiring a BOOTP daemon on your system, this method operates over the entire network.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Other IP Setup Methods Notes for Macintosh Users When using the AXIS 2411 on a Macintosh, please observe the following points: • The AXIS 2411 has a default IP address of 192.168.0.90. • Assign a temporary IP address to a Mac workstation in the same subnet (e.g. 192.168.0.90) and then connect to the server. • Run the Installation wizard and set the desired IP address for the server. • Reset the correct IP address for the Macintosh workstation.
Other IP Setup Methods AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Setting the IP Address with AXIS IP Installer: 1. Run AXIS IP Installer from the Start menu. The AXIS IP Installer dialog is displayed on the screen. 2. Restart your AXIS 2411. 3. Select the serial number of your AXIS 2411 in the list. The serial number is identical to the unit’s Ethernet address. 4. Enter the IP address. Click Set IP address. The IP address will now be set. 5.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Troubleshooting Appendix B - Troubleshooting This appendix provides useful information to help you to resolve any difficulty you might have with your AXIS 2411. Symptoms, possible causes and remedial actions are provided in a quick reference table. Checking the Firmware One of your first actions when attempting to solve a problem should be to check the firmware version currently installed. An updated version may contain a correction that fixes your particular problem.
Troubleshooting AXIS 2411 Admin Manual The log file can be read in any text editor and will look something like this: Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 00:01:29 (none) syslogd 1.3-3: restart. 00:01:29 (none) parhand[17]: Starting. 00:01:29 (none) sh: Firmware release: AXIS 2411 video Server 3.00 00:01:29 (none) sh: Network configuration for AxisProduct 00:01:29 (none) sh: IP: 172.21.1.200 MAC: 00:40:8C:18:16:F2 00:01:29 (none) sh: Netmask: 255.255.0.0 Broadcast: 10.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Troubleshooting Symptoms, Possible Causes and Remedial Actions Symptoms The AXIS 2411 cannot be accessed from a browser. Possible causes The IP address is already being used by another device. Remedial actions Run the PING utility (as described above) and follow the appropriate recommendations. The IP address is located on a Run the PING utility (as described in PINGing Your IP Address, on different subnet. page 22).
Troubleshooting Symptoms Bad snapshot images. AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Possible causes Display incorrectly configured on your workstation. Incorrect exposure in images. Incorrect line termination. Remedial actions In Display Properties, configure your display to show at least 65000 colors, i.e. at least 16-bit. Using only 16 or 256 colors on your display will produce dithering artifacts in the image.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Updating the Firmware Appendix C - Updating the Firmware The AXIS 2411 firmware is stored in Flash memory. This memory is provided by a silicon chip that, just like any other ROM device, retains data content even after power is removed. Flash memory is unique because it allows its data to be erased and re-written. This means you can install firmware updates for your AXIS 2411 as they become available - without having to replace any parts.
Customizing The Video Server AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Appendix D - Customizing The Video Server Modifying the File System The Linux-based operating system and flash memory file system make it possible for advanced users and application developers to customize the AXIS 2411 by adding additional files to the read-write area of the flash memory. Important! • Modification of the flash file system is NOT supported by Axis.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Customizing The Video Server Configuring using FTP As an alternative to configuring the AXIS 2411 using a browser, the configuration parameters of your unit can be modified using the File Transfer Protocol (FTP). FTP is supported by most operating environments and is a useful method for quickly downloading standard pre-configurations to one or more video servers. Here’s how to access the video server via ftp: 1.
Customizing The Video Server AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Custom Web Pages The AXIS 2411 contains a re-writable flash memory file system that allows some directories and files to be changed by the root user, using FTP. This strictly non-supported product functionality, makes it possible for advanced users and application developers to add their own Web pages, scripts, and other files to the Axis product.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Customizing The Video Server Example! http://172.21.1.200/local/index.html The images are now updated in your browser. 8. Enter bye in the command window to exit the ftp program. Note: You can change the html files as and when you like, but remember that the available flash memory is limited.
Customizing The Video Server AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Note: As an alternative to the above, you might like to edit the line starting with Document Root so that it points directly to the local directory. However, after doing this you will then be unable to access the original Home pages - so be warned! 6. After making these changes, you will not be able to automatically access the default index page. Instead you must type in the complete URL to access it: http://IP#/view/indexFrame.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Technical Specifications Appendix E - Technical Specifications System Requirements - The AXIS 2411 uses the standard Internet TCP/IP suite of protocols and can be used with most operating systems: Windows, Linux, UNIX, Mac. etc. The only software required is Netscape 4.7 och 7.x Internet Explorer 5.x och 6.x and above. Installation - Physical network connection using RJ-45 twisted pair cable. Installs directly to NTSC or PAL video cameras using BNC connectors.
Technical Specifications AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Axis Chipset Technology - Axis renowned chipset technology is built upon an open architecture that is streamlined to provide device connectivity independent of any file server. The AXIS 2411 is driven by a powerful AXIS ETRAX 100 LX 32-bit RISC processor and includes the industry's first dedicated digital video surveillance compression chip - the AXIS ARTPEC-1.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Produktbeschreibung 33 Produktbeschreibung Machen Sie sich anhand der folgenden Informationen mit dem AXIS 2411 vertraut, und beachten Sie insbesondere die Position der Anschlüsse und Anzeigen. AXIS 2411 Bedienfeld, Ansicht von vorne Die Statusanzeige (Status) Die mehrfarbige Statusanzeige gibt den Betriebsstatus des Servers wieder, wie im folgenden beschrieben: • Betriebsanzeige (Power) Diese Anzeige leuchtet, wenn das Gerät mit Strom versorgt wird.
Lieferumfang AXIS 2411 Admin Manual AXIS 2411 Bedienfeld, Ansicht der Rückseite Anschluss für Netzkabel Eine Einzel-Steckdose (PS-K) zum Anschließen des AXIS 2411-Netzkabels. Netzwerkanschluss Der AXIS 2411 ist für 10-MBit/s-Ethernet- und 100-MBit/s-FastEthernet-Netzwerke konzipiert und wird über einen standardmässigen RJ45-Stecker mit dem Netzwerk verbunden.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Installation 35 Installation • Quick Installation - Befolgen Sie die nachfolgenden Anweisungen. • Macintosh Anwender- bitte lesen Sie Notes for Macintosh Users auf Seite page 19. ❶Schließen Sie das Videoausgabegerät Ihrer Kamera(s) mit 75-Ohm-Koaxial-Standardvideokabeln mit BNC-Steckverbindern an den/die Videoanschluss/-anschlüsse des AXIS 2411 an. (Verwenden Sie einen BNC-in-RCA-Konverter, wenn Ihre Kamera standardmäßig mit einem Phono (RCA)-Stecker ausgestattet ist.
Installation ❺ Schließen Sie das externe Netzteil an die Einheit an, und verbinden Sie es mit Ihrem lokalen Stromnetz. AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Netzeilanschluss ❻ Etwa 10 - 15 Sekunden nach dem Anschluss an das Stromnetz wird die Meldung “Antwort von 172.21.1.200...” (oder eine ähnliche Meldung) im DOS-Fenster angezeigt. Vergewissern Sie sich, dass die Betriebsanzeige konstant leuchtet und die Netzwerkanzeige in bestimmten Abständen blinkt. ❼ Drücken Sie Strg+C, um den Ping-Befehl zu beenden.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Werkseitige Standardeinstellungen 37 Werkseitige Standardeinstellungen Unter bestimmten Umständen kann es erforderlich sein, die werkseitigen Standardeinstellungen Ihres AXIS 2411 wiederherzustellen. Klicken Sie dazu auf die entsprechende Schaltfläche in den Verwaltungsprogrammen, oder drücken Sie die Kontroll-Taste. Befolgen Sie die Anweisungen, um die werkseitigen Standardeinstellungen mithilfe der Kontroll-Taste wiederherzustellen: 1.
Description du produit AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Description du produit Lisez les informations ci-dessous pour vous familiariser avec le serveur AXIS 2411, en portant particulièrement attention à l’emplacement des connecteurs et des voyants.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Liste du matériel 39 Panneau arrière du serveur AXIS 2411 Connecteur d’alimentation Une fiche monojack (PS-K) pour la connexion de l’alimentation du serveur AXIS 2411. Connecteur réseau Le serveur AXIS 2411 est conçu pour les réseaux Ethernet 10 Mbit/s et Fast Ethernet 100 Mbit/s et se connecte au réseau à l’aide d’un connecteur RJ-45 standard.
Installation sur un réseau AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Installation sur un réseau Utilisez le guide ci-dessous pour installer rapidement votre serveur AXIS 2411 dans un réseau Ethernet: ❶Connectez la sortie vidéo de votre caméra au port vidéo du serveur AXIS 2411 à l’aide d’un câble vidéo coaxial 75 ohms standard, terminé par un connecteur BNC (utilisez un convertisseur BNC-RCA si votre caméra est fournie avec un connecteur de type audio standard (RCA)). ❷Notez le numéro de série sous l’unité.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Installation sur un réseau 41 Connecteur d’alimentation ❺Connectez l’adaptateur secteur externe à l’unité et branchez-le sur une source de courant secteur. ❻Approximativement 10 à 15 secondes après la connexion de l’alimentation, le message ’Reply from 172.21.1.200...’ ou similaire, est renvoyé dans la fenêtre DOS. Assurez-vous que le voyant d’alimentation est allumé et que le voyant réseau clignote par intermittence. ❼Appuyez sur Control-C pour sortir de la commande ping.
Des paramètres d’usine par défaut AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Des paramètres d’usine par défaut Dans certaines circonstances, il peut être nécessaire de restaurer les paramètres par défaut (Factory Default) de votre serveur AXIS 2411. Pour cela, cliquez sur le bouton approprié dans la fenêtre Administration Tools, ou appuyez sur le bouton Control. Suivez les instructions ci-dessous pour restaurer les valeurs d’usine par défaut des paramètres du produit, en utilisant le bouton Control: 4.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Descripción del producto 43 Descripción del producto Lea la información siguiente para familiarizarse con el AXIS 2411, haciendo especial atención en el lugar en el que están situados los conectores e indicadores. AXIS 2411 Panel frontal Indicador de estado El indicador de estado multicolor define el estado operativo del servidor, tal y como se describe a continuación: • Indicador de corriente El indicador de corriente está normalmente encendido cuando se aplica corriente.
Inventario de hardware AXIS 2411 Admin Manual AXIS 2411 Panel posterior Conector de fuente de alimentación Conector de red La AXIS 2411 soporta redes Ethernet de 10 Mbps y Fast Ethernet de 100 Mbps y se conecta a la red a través de un cable de par trenzado de categoría 5 (10baseT y 100baseTX) con conector estándar RJ45. La AXIS 2411 detecta automáticamente la velocidad de la red y varía la velocidad de comunicación de datos en función de esto (entre 10 Mbps y 100 Mbps).
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Instalar en una red 45 Instalar en una red • Instalación rápida - Siga las instrucciones debajo para instalar la AXIS 2411 en una red Ethernet. • Instalación sencilla - Utilize AXIS IP Installer. Consulte Using AXIS IP Installer en la página 19. • Si Usted utiliza Macintosh - Consulte Notes for Macintosh Users en la página page 19.
Instalar en una red ❺Conecte la fuente de alimentación externa a la unidad y AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Fuente de alimentación Conector conéctela a la fuente de alimentación principal. ❻10 o 15 segundos después de haber conectado la fuente de alimentación, elmensaje ‘Respuesta desde 172.21.1.200...’ – o similar vuelve a aparecer en la ventana de DOS. Asegúrese de que el indicador de corriente está encendido de forma permanente y de que el indicador de red destella intermitentemente.
AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Incluir los parámetros por defecto 47 ¡Importante! Para su venta AXIS 2411 esta configurada para ser públicamente accedida (usando 'anonymous' ). La unidad también esta configurada para poder acceder a ella como Administrador, usando el nombre de usuario y la contraseña 'root' y 'pass' respectivamente. La contraseña del Administrador debe de ser cambiada inmediatamente para prevenir el acceso sin autorización a la administración y a las imágenes.
Index 48 AXIS 2411 Admin Manual Index Modem Settings 16 A N Administration tools 11 Anonymous user access 13 ARP 23 B Bad snapshot images 24 BOOTP 18 C Compression 12 Configuration 10 administration 11 Customizing Your Product 26 D DHCP 15 DNS server 14 Dynamic IP Addresses 15 E Ethernet address 18 Network indicator 23 Network Installation 7 Network Settings 14 Notification 15 P Pan/Tilt 16 Parameter list 14 pass 9 Password 12 password 9 Performance 32 Power indicator 23 Preset Positions 1
