CamVu Mini Dome Installation and Configuration Manual
CamVu Mini Dome 2 Contents 1.01 Introduction......................................................................................................... 3 Installation........................................................................................................... 6 Configuring the Unit...........................................................................................11 Switch Settings DN Versions Only.................................................................... 16 System Settings...
1.03 CamVu Mini Dome Introduction Dedicated Micros CamVu Mini Dome camera use Dedicated Micros acclaimed HyperD wide dynamic range and moving filter Day/Night vari focal dome camera models. These are coupled with Dedicated Micros award winning NetVu Connected architecture, allowing seamless operation and deep integration with a wide range of DVRs and other devices, as well as simplified integration into large-scale systems.
CamVu Mini Dome • Dynamic Range 95dB typical, 120dB maximum • Sensitivity 1lux F1.6 40 IRE • Signal to noise better than 50dB • Sensor Resolution 480TVL • Lens 3.8 - 9.5mm Varifocal F1.2 D/N Version • 1/3” SuperHAD™ CCD Imager • DSP imager • 752 (H) x 582 (V) Resolution • AWB 2500K ~ 9500K • AGC - On/Off, max <28dB • On/Off, centre weighted backlight compensation • Dynamic Range 95dB typical, 120dB maximum • Dynamic Range 50dB • Sensitivity 1.0 / 0.15 lux at F1.
EN 61000-3-2 Limits for harmonic current emissions for equipment with rated current up to 16A. • EN 50130-4 Immunity requirements for components of fire, intruder and social alarm systems. • EN 60950 Safety of IT and similar equipment. • EN 55022 Class A. Radiated Emissions Standard, suitable for Commercial or Residential use Further details about these applicable standards can be obtained from Dedicated Micros Ltd., 1200 Daresbury Park, Daresbury, Cheshire WA4 4HS 1.
CamVu Mini Dome Installation The ICE fixed dome camera is available in two versions: both are surface mounted versions for installation directly onto a hard surface or mounting structure. Parts Supplied CamVu Mini Dome Surface mount 4 x 5mm Wood screws 4 x Wall plugs 4 x 9.5mm O-rings 1 x T20 Security Torx key This booklet Parts Not Supplied • Optional video service lead (part number DM/ICED-SERV) • A PSU is not supplied with this camera.
Take Anti-Static precautions 4 Unscrew one of the two large screws, either at the side or rear of the camera body, depending on where the video and power cables are to enter the camera body. Note that the screw is wrapped in PTFE tape. This is necessary to ensure that moisture does not enter the camera body after the camera has been installed. 5 Mark and drill the four screw holes required for fixing the camera body. An 8mm drill bit is suitable for use with the supplied wall plugs.
CamVu Mini Dome 8 Connect the Network to the RJ45 connector on the camera. If not using PoE, connect the power cable to the power terminals. Note: The camera operates from a 12V DC power supply. Connections and polarity are indicated next to the terminals. The power supply must be a UL Listed, Class 2 isolated type. A CAT5 cable must be used. 9 Fit the camera assembly back into its body and tighten the two captive screws.
Visually align the screws on the dome front cover with the screw holes on the camera body to assist in replacing the dome cover. 12 Replace the dome front cover and tighten the torx screws, taking care not to trap the retaining cord in the edge of the front cover. Do not over-tighten the torx screws. The power supply must be a class 2 isolated type. Warning: Note: CamVu Mini Dome 11 This camera is a Class 2 device and therefore does not have an earth connection in the power cord.
CamVu Mini Dome A B 9b C A Connection to DVR/NVR/Switch B Connection to suitable 48Vdc 15W PSU - (DM/PSU/48V) C Ethernet cable connection to camera. Important: 48V is supplied to connection C. There is no voltage at Connection A. Do NOT connect an ethernet cable from connection C to a DVR/Switch as this could cause irreparable damage.
Using the Unit with Secure Closed IPTV CamVu Mini Dome Configuring the Unit 1) Connect the camera to a Closed IP Network switch using Cat5 network cable. The POE version of this camera will work with the DM/NSW/CPP model switch. The non POE version of the switch works with the DM/NSW/CP model switch. The POE version will also work with DM/ NSW/CP model switch if connected to a POE injector and separate power supply.
CamVu Mini Dome Zero_conf configuration If a permanent IP address is not assigned to the unit, it will attempt to contact the DHCP server every time it starts up, and periodically thereafter. The unit support zero-configuration networking (sometimes known as Bonjour), this enables automatic discovery of computers, devices, and services on IP networks.
To assist with the set up process, live video can be seen using the dome’s viewer web pages. Alternatively an analogue service monitor can be attached to the dome test point using an DM/ICED-SERV service connector (available separately). Note: CamVu Mini Dome Camera Settings (HyperD Versions Only) The analogue output is only active for 10 minutes after power up. Entering the Menu The two buttons marked A and B that are situated below the camera lens are used to set the camera.
CamVu Mini Dome Use the direction buttons to navigate the menu, and to select parameters. Exiting the Menu System The menu system can be exited by selecting SAVE AND EXIT with the up/down menu buttons and then pressing the Enter button. Any changes made while within the menu system will be saved. The menu system will be automatically exited if a key is not pressed for 2 minutes.
Line Lock As line lock uses the frequency and phase of an AC Power Supply, it is not available on this camera. Setting the Camera Language Press button A until Language is selected and then press button B to select the language for the menu system from English, French, German, or Spanish. Dimensions 104 mm 4.09" 95 mm 3.74" 148 mm 5.83" CamVu Mini Dome Synchronisation 148 mm 5.83" 55 mm 2.
CamVu Mini Dome Switch Settings DN Versions Only To assist with the set up process, live video can be seen using the dome’s viewer web pages. Alternatively an analogue service monitor can be attached to the dome using a service lead. Note: The analogue output is only active for 10 minutes after power up. The DIP switches are located on the camera’s circuit board.
Set to INT (internal) only. Phase is not adjustable on this product. Day/Night This switch sets the light level at which the camera automatically switches between day and night operation. Hi sets the camera to switch between day and night mode at higher light level. Lo sets the switching point at a lower light level. The default setting is Lo. When in Night mode, the IR cut filter is removed allowing infra red illumination to be used.
CamVu Mini Dome System Settings The menus under the System Settings heading allow the unit’s core settings to be viewed, changed and the system software upgraded. The System option displays details about the unit including the IP address, unit serial number, MAC address and software version. The Status page displays information about the unit’s operating condition, shows how long the unit has been operating and the reason for the last reset. It also shows camera status and displays any failed cameras.
This menu shows the general information about the unit including the version of software installed, the unit’s serial number and the allocated DHCP IP address. Product Descriptor Serial Number PCB Serial Number Product Code Earliest Recording System Name MAC Address IP Address Sub Net Gateway Video Standard Dedicated Micros ©2010 Details the product model. Identifies the serial number of the specific unit. Displays the PCB (Printed Circuit Board) serial number of the unit.
CamVu Mini Dome Number of Cameras Global PPS Video Storage Gbytes Software (Red) Shows the number of camera channels on the unit. Details the unit Global PPS (Pictures Per Second) recording rate. Highlights the available video storage capacity in Gigabytes.
This page details the installed software and may be needed if calling Technical Support. System (Red) Diagnostics (Blue) Refresh (Purple) CamVu Mini Dome Software Links back to the System Setttings page Opens the Status->Diagnostics page.
CamVu Mini Dome Status Unit Status This menu details information regarding the status of the unit, notably the total time the unit has been operating and the time since its last reset. Time since last reset Total running time Reset code Restart reason Alarm Status(Yellow) Refresh (Purple) Details the time since the unit was last reset. Details the total time the unit has been operational. The last reset code used is displayed. The reason for the last restart is displayed i.e. Controlled User Reset.
This menu details information regarding the alarms and relays on the unit. Alarm Contacts Alarm Zones Relay Outputs Alarms(Blue) Refresh (Purple) CamVu Mini Dome Alarm Status Details the status of the two alarm contacts on the unit. Light Green indicates the contact is closed, dark green indicates it is open. Details the status of the four alarm zones on the unit. Light Green indicates the zone is active, dark green indicates it is passive. Details the status of the relay output on the unit.
CamVu Mini Dome About This page provides quick links to the pages required to fault find. System Information Software Revisions General Information Record Details Camconfig Details Capabilities UI Information Profile Record Tables Refresh (Purple) Opens the System Settings->System page. Opens the System Settings->Software page. Opens the General Information page (refer to ‘Appendix A - General Information’). Opens the Record Details page (refer to ‘Appendix A - Record Details’).
The log files stored in the camera can be accessed from this page. Selected logs are displayed on the page below.
CamVu Mini Dome Language This menu allows the system language to be set. Changing the System Language will effect all menu pages. If required, the language can also be changed for the current session only. System Language Select to change the system language setting. Note: A server reboot will be required to implement system language changes. The unit can be rebooted via System Settings->Maintain->Reset.
System Time Current Time Zone Time Zone Date Format Reset(Red) Time Format SNTP Server Set Time Set Time (Green) Set Date PC Time Dedicated Micros ©2010 CamVu Mini Dome Time and Date The current system time and date is displayed. Displays the currently selected time zone settings. Select the relevant timezone offset from the accompanying drop down menu. As default, the date is entered dd/mm/yy. It can also be displayed as mm/dd/yy or yy/mm/dd.
CamVu Mini Dome Sync Time (Blue) Note: Use this button to synchronise the time of the unit to that of the PC being used to view the webpages. The PC Time and Sync Time options will only be available if viewing the menu via the webpages.
This menu allows configuration of the unit’s Serial ports. CamVu Mini Dome Serial Ports Serial Port Port Config These are the four serial ports available. The serial ports can be configured to specific uses.
CamVu Mini Dome Protocol Note: This is a drop down list of serial telemetry protocols supported by the unit. Refer to ‘Appendix E’ for a full list of supported telemetry protocols.
The Audio menu allows settings for the audio channel to be edited. Audio can be recorded via input. CamVu Mini Dome Audio Audio 1/2 Camera Audio can be recorded from camera inputs by selecting Local. Challenge audio i.e.originating from an Operator at an Remote Video Receiving Centre (RVRC), can be recorded by selecting Challenge. Audio Recording This option allows the audio recording to be activated (Enabled) or deactivated (Disabled) Record Gain This option allows the Record Gain level to be set.
CamVu Mini Dome Features This menu enables the activation of system features such as Email Reporting. System (Red) Network (Green) Video (Yellow) Other (Blue) Refresh (Purple) System Features User Logging Camera Masking 32 Opens the System Features page Opens the System Features Network page (below) Opens the System Features Video page (below) Opens the System Features Other page (below) Refreshes the current page Note: Enable this option to activate User Logging.
Select this option to activate the Remote Reporting function, refer to ‘Network Settings-Remote Reporting’ for more information. Note: When de-selected here, the ‘Remote Reporting’ menu will no longer be displayed in the menu tree. Webcam Support Select this option to activate the Webcam function. This allows the unit to emulate a webcam and send image from one video feed in webcam format, refer to ‘Network Settings->Web Cam’ for more information.
CamVu Mini Dome System Features Network Secondary Web Port Samba Workgroup Auto IP Override Remote codec lock status 34 If the default port setting for web serving has already been allocated, it is possible to configure a second port number i.e. the secondary web port can be set to 8000 if the default web port (80) is blocked by the network or firewall. Enter the name of the Samba workgroup to enable sharing of files and directories to/from the unit.
Detected Video Standard Video Resolution (h x v) Deinterlace Filter CamVu Mini Dome System Features Video Shows which video standard the camera is operating. Allows selection of the resolution, options are 704 x 512 and 640 x 512 Select this option to improve display clarity and minimise the comb effect that may be visible when recording high motion scenes in high resolution.
CamVu Mini Dome System Features Other Auto Update Web Variables This is used to enable/disable the weppage auto update acceptance option which is displayed when the webpage version has been updated. The default is to auto accept and update the webpages. Enable Event Search Page Select to enable the Event Search option. Note: When de-selected here, the ‘Event Search’ menu will no longer be displayed in the menu tree.
This menu allows the unit to be reset and a software upgrade to be performed via an inserted CD/DVD or a connected USB device. Current unit settings can also be saved for future use and previously saved settings restored. Configuration Default (Green) Server Reset (Red) CamVu Mini Dome Maintain Select to return the unit to its factory default settings and restart. Select to restart the unit.
CamVu Mini Dome Powerscript Management This page enables you to select which PowerScripts are automatically run when the unit starts up. Use the tickboxes below to select which scripts you require and then click Save. Note: You will need to restart your unit for the changes to take effect. Note: Clicking Save will alter DEFAULT.C, if you already have a custom PowerScript on your unit which uses the DEFAULT.C file, please contact your regional Technical Support before using this page.
Viewer Settings allow default settings to be established for the Viewer menu. The viewer can be used to simulate local operation over the network, allowing locally stored images to be viewed. The Viewer Defaults page allows the Viewer menu settings to be configured. The User Accounts page helps protect configuration procedures by limiting access to specific users via accounts and passwords.
CamVu Mini Dome Viewer Defaults The units Viewer function allows remote users to simulate local operation over a network. This menu allows configuration of settings for the Viewer function, refer to ‘Operating The Viewer’ for more information regarding the Viewer. Default Image Format Default Image Req Applet Location 40 Camera images can be displayed in either JPEG or MPEG format on the LAN (local area network) and the WAN (wide area network).
Reset (Red) Refresh (Purple) Select the applet location. Choose from ‘Default location’ i.e. the applet installed on the unit; or the ‘Dedicated Micros website’ option i.e. the remote applet. This button will restart the unit.
CamVu Mini Dome User Accounts The unit can protect configuration procedures by limiting access via usernames and passwords. By default, no usernames and passwords are configured for any account type. The is a warning displayed on the main configuration page until usernames and passwords are configured.
CamVu Mini Dome Telnet Assigning username and password requirements for Telnet connections will limit Telnet access to the unit (Telnet can be used to upgrade the unit). Default Username:dm Default Password:none. Serial Assigning username and password requirements for Serial connections will limit access via a Serial link. Default username:none Default Password:none.
CamVu Mini Dome Camera Settings The Camera Settings menus allow configuration of the camera setup. Refer to the individual menus for further details. The Camera page allows the quick configuration the camera setup.
This menu allows the configuration of local camera settings for the unit. The camera view will be displayed onscreen in the camera window. Camera Title Camera Colour Camera Brightness Refresh (Purple) CamVu Mini Dome Camera Setup This title can be edited to allocate a name to the unit.
CamVu Mini Dome ICR Settings The Record Settings menus allow configuration of the unit’s record functions. Record settings can be configured for normal operation, on alarm, by schedule and for set holiday and weekend periods. Selected video data can be saved and protected. Refer to the individual menus for further details. The Default page allows the basic Recording settings to be edited. The Profile Record page allows the recording configuration to be based on specific priorities.
The unit has a range of pre-defined configurations available. As standard the unit can record at 5pps MPEG4 and at a selected number of days. Alternatively the unit can be configured for 2pps JPEG recording on each camera or for MultiMode operation (note that this will result in the record duration being determined by the time period the unit is in alarm). Note: This page is only relevant if images are being recorded to the camera. If a DVR is being used, recording direct to the camera may be disabled.
CamVu Mini Dome Profile Record It is possible to set the unit recording configuration based on specific priorities. The MultiMode recording feature offers the ability to set different recording rates, resolutions and compression formats across unset, set and override modes for each individual camera. By varying the quality, bit rate and file size of recorded images, the MultiMode function enables the recording capabilities of the unit to be greatly increased.
Shows the recording profile used by the camera if no Timer Functions are applied and the camera is operating under Normal (non Event) conditions. Refer to the ‘Schedules’ section for further details. Unset/Set/Override Event Shows the recording quality that will be used by the camera during an Alarm or Event. Note that Set and Override schedules will be used only when Timed Schedules are applied. Refer to the ‘Schedules’ section for further details.
CamVu Mini Dome Advanced Record Menu View Switch to the Simple Profile Record menu. Note: When Advanced Record settings have been changed, it is not possible access the SimpleRecord menu until the newly configured Advanced Record settings have been applied. To do this, open the Record menu and select the ‘Save’ option. It will then be possible to return to the Profile Record menu and access Simple Record.
Size PPS GOP Refresh (Purple) If MPEG4 is selected, the figure entered here will be the bit rate allocated. A higher bit rate will provide better quality. MPEG bit rates can be entered within the range of 45-2500K bits/second. If JPEG is selected, the figure entered here will be the size of the JPEG transmitted (in Kbytes). JPEG file sizes can be configured within the range of 5-45Kbytes. Select the number of pictures recorded per second.
CamVu Mini Dome Protect Video This menu allows the unit to automatically protect and retain recorded data in the camera. Previously saved data can also be unprotected. Enter a start and end time and select ‘Reload List’ . All saved video files from the chosen time period will be shown in the upper textbox. These recorded ‘PAR’ files can then be selected and protected via their accompanying checkboxes and the Protect option. Selected video files can also be unprotected via the Unprotect option.
List To Date/Time Refresh (Purple) This dialog box allows a search to be made within the protected video list starting from a specific Time and Date. This dialog box allows a search within the protected video list to conclude at a specific Time and Date. Refreshes the current page.
CamVu Mini Dome AoE Setup This menu allows configuration of the units ATA over Ethernet (AoE) function. AoE is a network protocol designed for simple high-performance access of storage devices over Ethernet networks. Importantly the external storage device must be located on the same network as the unit. AoE does not rely on network layers such as IP and TCP, making it non routable i.e. routers cannot be used to forward a packet across disparate networks.
The Schedule pages allow the Timer Function names and the RVRC reporting to be configured. The Setup page is used to configure the Timer Function, this enables the unit to automatically be put into set/unset mode at specific times on specific days. The RVRC page is used to allow a user to temporarily force the System in to the configured set/unset/ override mode. The user will be required to enter their name and all activity will be logged.
Setup This menu allows the Timer Function names to be configured. The Timer Function enables the unit to automatically be put into set/unset mode at specific times on specific days. This can help reduce unnecessary alarm triggers. The mode will be set by the DVR that the camera is connected to. When the unit is in Set or Unset mode, combine with different recording qualities and rates under normal and alarm conditions for a high degree of control in a range of situations.
This menu allows a user to temporarily switch the unit’s system state into set/unset/override mode. The user will be required to enter their name and also the intended override duration. The action will be logged. CamVu Mini Dome RVRC Current System Time The unit’s current date and time information will be displayed. This will be logged with any override action. Current PC Time The current date and time information of the PC currently being used to view the webpages will be displayed.
CamVu Mini Dome Alarm The Alarm Settings menus allow configuration of the unit’s alarm functionality. Individual alarm inputs and alarm zones can be configured. Global relays can be activated and the Activity grid set up. Refer to the individual menus for further details. The Alarm Input page allows configuration of alarm channels. Two alarm channels are available. The Zone Input page enables the configuration of alarm zones. Up to 32 separate alarm zones can be created.
This menu allows configuration of the alarm settings, refer to ‘Installing the Unit’ for hardware installation guidance. CamVu Mini Dome Inputs Number This identifies which input is being configured. The unit supports 19 on-board alarms. Ena Each input must be enabled to function. If the input is not enabled and an alarm is received, the unit will not acknowledge the alarm. Contact Select the Contact within the module to configure.
CamVu Mini Dome Pulse Ext (s) A pulse extension is used to prevent double triggers on a single alarm. The pulse extension time starts on an alarm trigger. If that contact is triggered again after the first alarm has finished but within the pulse extension, the second trigger will not restart the alarm, but will extend the current alarm duration. Enter the time in seconds for this extension. Nuisance This is a repetitive detector value.
This menu allows the configuration of established alarm zones. A single or multiple trigger can be used to generate an alarm. It is possible to allocate up to 32 alarm zones to carry out a combination of actions. Use these options in conjunction with the Zone Actions menu. Entry timer Exit timer Zone Title Pre-Alarm sec CamVu Mini Dome Zone Inputs This is the number of seconds allowed for the user to enter the zone and disable the alarms.
CamVu Mini Dome Note: It is recommended that the Pre-Alarm option be set to the same value as the Pre-Trigger setting in the “Profile Record“ menu. This will ensure successful playback of high quality Pre-Trigger images. High quality pre-trigger images will only playback properly if review (playback) starts prior to the pre-trigger initiation. Alarm Protect sec This is the minimum time period in seconds (from the start of the alarm) that is protected from being overwritten.
This menu allows actions to be allocated to individual alarm zones. This page should be configured in conjunction with the Zone Inputs menu. Zone Alarm Colour Create Database Entry Profile Change Archive Alarm Reporting Email Image Add Still Image CamVu Mini Dome Zone Actions Select a zone (alarm) to configure. This displays the local alarm text in the selected colour and can be useful in prioritising alarms. Options available are Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Cyan and Magenta.
CamVu Mini Dome VMD/Activity Inhibit Protect Alarm Images Email Reporting Cam Options (Yellow) Rem Report (Red) Email(Green) Relays (Blue) Refresh (Purple) Select to inhibit (ignore) the VMD/Activity detection feature. Refer to ‘Activity Setup’ for more information. Alarm images can automatically be protected from being overwritten. The unit can send an email when an alarm is detected, refer to ‘Network-E-mail’ for more information. Opens the Alarm Settings->Zone Action Configuration page.
This page allows camera masking to be configured. The Camera can detect when the lens has been obscured, ie by being covered or painted over. This page will enabled detection and set the threshold for activation.
CamVu Mini Dome Zone Activation Camera On Dwell Threshold Contrast On Mask On Clear Refresh (Purple) Shows the camera being configured Allows the features to be enabled/disabled Sets the time in seconds before the alarm is generated Sets the level at which the alarm is generated This setting is not adjustable Defines which zone will be activated when the camera is masked. Defines which zone will be activated when the camera is unmasked. Refreshes the current page.
The unit can be set up to detect either VMD or Activity, depending on the level of detection required. Video Motion Detection enables a greater degree of control over detection settings and configuration than the Activity Setup function. CamVu Mini Dome VMD/Act Response Setup VMD Pulse Ext (s) Note: A pulse extension is used to prevent double triggers on a single alarm. The pulse extension time starts on an alarm trigger.
CamVu Mini Dome Create Database Entry When selected, an alarm entry will be added to the Event database. Profile Change Select to enable the unit to switch from Normal to Event recording following alarm activation. Alarm Reporting This must be enabled for the unit to automatically connect on alarm. Alarm 24Hr This will ensure that Activity Detection is permanently enabled on this camera channel. Add Still Image This will record a still image of the trigger along with the standard recording.
The unit supports Activity Detection on all video inputs. It enables the camera to automatically detect any movement/changes within the video scene; this can trigger a number of operations such as FTP alarm notification and an increase in recording rate. A still image of the selected camera will be shown in the Grid Editor screen. To establish an Activity zone, edit the cells displayed across the image. This option should be used in conjunction with the Zone Inputs and Zone Actions menus.
CamVu Mini Dome Global Activity Mode Activity Channel Edit Action Activity Sensitivity Grid Editor Reload Img (Red) Set All (Green) Clear All (Yellow) Edit Mode Three options are available for Activity activation). Selecting ‘Active while at Preset 1’ will result in Activity mode functioning only when the camera is at preset position 1. Select ‘Active while camera not in motion’ for Activity mode to function only when the camera is still.
The unit supports VMD (Video Motion Detection) to automatically detect if there is any movement/changes within the video scene. Note: Video Motion Detection enables a greater degree of control over detection settings and configuration than the Activity Setup function. Each of the 16 VMD Zones can be directly sized and configured to suit specific requirements. VMD can only be accessed and configured remotely via the webpages.
CamVu Mini Dome Camera Zone Mode Displays the available Camera source. There are 16 VMD zones within the image that can be individually configured, select the zone from the drop down list. A selected zone can be re-sized by clicking the mouse button (use the USB mouse if viewing on a local monitor) and then moving and clicking the mouse again. A rectangle will then be displayed based on these two selected points. The zone mode identifies when the reference image is taken for triggering VMD.
The Network Settings menus allow configuration of the unit’s network functionality. Key network settings can be established such as ‘fixing’ the unit’s IP address and maximum transmission rate. E-mail, remote reporting on alarm and FTP download can also be configured. Refer to the individual menus for further details. The Network page allows configuration of the unit’s network connections such as the name assigned to the unit and its IP address.
CamVu Mini Dome Network This menu allows network settings to be configured if required. The unit is DNS compliant, and can be referenced on the network using the configured server name (or serial number) if a DNS server is available . Server Name This field can be edited to allocate a name to the unit. This would be used if accessing the unit via a Domain Name Server (DNS).It will initially default to the serial number of the unit. IP Address An IP address can be manually allocated to the unit.
Tx Image Buffers Ethernet MTU Bytes Max Transmission Timeout ms Reset Rem Report Webcam Email Refresh (Purple) This is used in order to improve the picture delivery over Ethernet when using a slow connection i.e. 256Kbps. A buffer setting of 1,2 or 3 is available (default setting is 1). This is the maximum transmit unit for the Ethernet packet. The MTU is the largest physical packet size measured in bytes that the network can transmit. By default this figure is set to 1500bytes.
CamVu Mini Dome Live Trans The unit transmits live images using JPEG or MPEG formats. The NetVu Connected remote viewing software will use the settings configured on this page as the defaults for JPEG & MPEG; High, Medium and Low settings. Filter By Megapixel High LAN/Medium WAN/Low VLBR This shows the transmission settings configured for a High quality LAN (Local Area Network) connection, Medium quality WAN (Wide Area Network) connection or a Low quality VLBR (Very Low Bit Rate connection).
MPEG Type & Quality Refresh (Purple) This shows the number of pictures transmitted per second. For JPEG, the actual images transmitted will depend on the bandwith of the link, increasing the pictures sent per millisecond may introduce time lag if bandwith is not sufficient i.e. this forces the same quality image through the available connection. On MPEG transmission, increasing the pictures sent will also reduce the quality of the images i.e. this forces more images but maintains the defined bit rate.
CamVu Mini Dome Multicast Setup The Multicast page allows recordings from the unit’s camera input to be forwarded to a port address; enabling multiple viewers to view live data using a suitable media player without the need to directly connect to the unit. In multi viewing scenarios, the demands on the unit are significantly reduced; improving overall performance. This system has been validated using the ‘Videolan VLC media player for MS Windows.
CamVu Mini Dome If there are multiple units using multicast, each one must have a unique IP address. Addresses 224.0.0.0 through 239.255.255.255 are usually designated as multicast addresses. Multicast port Following configuration of the IP address, configure the port address. The address will default to 1234, . Multicast Method Select from ‘SAP’, ‘HTTP’, ‘SAP + HTTP’ or ‘Always On’. SAP is recommended.
CamVu Mini Dome E Mail The unit can automatically transmit an e-mail to an SMTP Server under numerous conditions i.e. on start up, on receipt of an alarm, camera failure etc. This allows the unit to be installed in unmanned applications where a Remote Video Response Centre (or Manager etc.) would be notified by e-mail if any of these conditions occur.
Sender Display Name Send on Startup Send on Alarms Send on Camera Fail Send on Activity Event Send Image Email Image Res Log Email Zone Act (Green) Network (Yellow) Rem Report (Blue) Refresh (Purple) These optional fields indicate the source of the e-mail notification. If the fields are left blank the unit will use the system name to create a sender name. This is the sender name that will be shown in the email name field. Select to send email notification on startup.
CamVu Mini Dome Remote Reporting This menu details the configuration requirements for the unit to report to a Remote Video Receiving Centre (RVRC) following alarm activation. Note: This menu will only be displayed if ‘Remote Reporting’ is selected in the System Settings->Features menu. Primary hostname Primary dial profile Secondary hostname Secondary dial profile Public (NAT) address This is the IP address or URL of the initial host that the unit will transmit an alarm message to.
Alarm server ref. ID Remote alarm reporting Remote camfail reporting Remote Startup Reporting ARC Ping Enabled Alarm responder port Dial retry time (secs) Dial count Zone Act (Green) Network (Yellow) Email (Blue) Refresh (Purple) This field allows the RVRC to connect to the unit through a router that is using port forwarding e.g. if the video server does not appear on port 80 (HTTP), to the external network. Enter the port number used for forwarding here if required.
CamVu Mini Dome Web Cam Any of the video inputs on the unit can be made available for transmission to a webserver via a designated webcam server. These images can then be incorporated into a web page and accessed via a standard web browser. Note: This menu will only be displayed if ‘Webcam Support’ is selected in the System Settings->Features menu. Server URL Root Directory Image Directory Image Filename Prefix Username This is the IP address, URL or Domain Name of the WEBCAM Server.
Update Interval Select Camera Input Webcam Enable Webcam Resolution Network (Blue) Refresh (Purple) If it is necessary to use an authentication process to access the webcam server, enter the relevant password here. This is the minimum update interval between each image transmitted from the unit. This allows individual video inputs to be enabled for uploading to the webcam server. The Web Cam function can be: ‘Always Enabled’, ‘Enabled when system SET’, ‘Enabled when system UNSET’ or ‘Disabled’.
CamVu Mini Dome Firewall This page allows configuration of the onboard firewall. Enable PING response Table Entry Open TCP ports Open UDP ports Refresh (Purple) By default this option is enabled and allows the unit to be pinged. Disabling this option will make the unit less visible on the network Up to 32 Configuration settings may be entered. This list identifies the TCP ports that are on the system and available.
This page shows the IP addresses of users connected to this unit. It is for information only and cannot be edited or configured.
CamVu Mini Dome Features & Text The Analytics and Text menus allow configuration of the unit’s text in image and keywords functionality. Refer to the individual menus for further details. The unit is AnalyticsCapable. Please call Dedicated Micros on + 44 (0) 845 600 9500 for further information on our range of Analytics based solutions. The Text In Image page allows the unit to integrate text data with recorded images i.e. a cash register with a camera positioned at the point of sale.
CamVu Mini Dome Features Dedicated Micros has created a range of analytics components and solutions designed to work with AnalyticsCapable products. The range of applications include: Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR), Object Left and Removed, Access Control, People Counting and Perimeter Protection.
CamVu Mini Dome Text In Image It is possible to integrate the unit into a system were text information can be stored with relevant images for review. This would be most useful in a Retail or Finance application were text data originating from a cash register could be displayed in real time with the video images of the same Point of Sale. Note: This menu will only be displayed if ‘Text in Image’ is selected in the System Settings->Features menu.
Reset Zone Act (Green) Keywords (Yellow) Serial (Blue) Refresh (Purple) Select the text filter option from the drop down list. The options are: Plain Text (default), RAW, EPSON, Laserjet, DM POS Receipt, DM POS Journal, TVC-1066 Resets the unit to apply changes. Opens the Alarm Settings -> Zone Actions page. Opens the Features & Text -> Text -> Keywords page. Opens the System Settings -> Serial Ports page.
CamVu Mini Dome Keywords This menu allows a specific keyword received via the text stream to be configured and enabled as an event trigger. The ‘Enable Keyword’ function needs to be activated in the ‘Text in Image’ menu for this feature to operate. Text Keyword Note: The unit can be configured to react to a keyword appearing in text data and treat them as alarm zone inputs. In turn this generates events in the event database. . The keyword can be up to 20 characters in length.
CamVu Mini Dome Diagnostics The Diagnostics menus gives engineers the ability to quickly and accurately diagnose any problems with the unit. This menu will normally only be used on a Technical Support call. The Debug Parser menus allow detailed analysis of the debug output from the camera and maybe used to assist with fault finding. The debug can be filtered in order to isolate and highlight events that are of interest.
CamVu Mini Dome Debug Parser This menu allow detailed analysis of the debug output from the camera and maybe used to assist with fault finding. The debug can be filtered in order to isolate and highlight events that are of interest. View Filter Search text Text colour Background colour Font family Font size Font weight Refresh (Purple) Defines whether the debug settings on the debug output will be displayed. Specifies which of the Debug Filters is being configured.
CamVu Mini Dome Event Search The Event Search menu allows recorded event images to be quickly searched for and reviewed. The Search criteria can be limited to a specific date/time and/or individual cameras. Note: Event Search will only be available when the ‘Enable Event Search Page’ option is enabled via the System Settings->Features menu. Event/Page Start Date Start Time End Date End Time Cameras Search (Red) Dedicated Micros ©2010 Select the amount of events.
CamVu Mini Dome Event Search Results After selecting ‘Search’ (Red), a still image of each captured event (within the chosen search criteria) will be displayed. It may be necessary to scroll through the results pages to view all events. If the number of events exceeds the events displayed per page (configured in Event/Page). Click on the thumbnail image to playback an event. That event will then playback in the window at the top of the menu.
The unit can be operated via ‘Viewer’ menu option. Operating the Viewer Navigation is via a colour coded softkey system. The coloured menu provides an intuitive approach to operator and installer use. Note: The screen images shown throughout this section are those displayed on a local monitor. If viewing remotely via the webpages, the menu layout will differ slightly. The function of the keys will change according to whether the unit is in Live or Playback mode.
View Control The View Control page allows connected video inputs to be displayed full screen or in Quad/Multi way display format. The Help Video page can also be accessed. Red Purple Full Next Show currently selected camera full screen. Opens the next page of the Viewer menu.
The Video Control page offers video playback functions i.e. play, pause, rewind and fast forward. Red Green Yellow Blue ll << > >> Purple Next CamVu Mini Dome Video Control Freezes current video display. Rewinds current video. Plays from current position. Fast forwards video up to current recording position. Opens the next page of the Viewer menu.
CamVu Mini Dome Selection Page The Selection page allows access to various image and event playback functions. Red Green Yellow Blue IMPORTANT: Purple . Play Switches the selected camera(s) shown onscreen into Play mode. Goto Opens the Goto menu. Event Displays the Events menu. Setup* Opens the Configuration menu pages. Selecting this option will exit the Viewer menus. Next Opens the next page of the Viewer menu.
Timeline Navigation The Timeline Navigation page and the accompanying Video Timeline feature allows quick and easy investigation of recorded video data. The Goto button opens the initial Timeline Navigation page. CamVu Mini Dome Goto Menu Softkeys Note: The coloured softkey options will change depending on the scale used to review the recorded images. In the above example: • Selecting the 15 Mins (Red) button will change the softkey options to 15 minute segments i.e.
CamVu Mini Dome Video Timeline The Video Timeline allows intuitive, rapid navigation within recorded video. To aid navigation, the timeline can be set to display periods ranging from 15 seconds to four weeks. The timeline can be clicked anywhere in the scale to instantly play recorded images from that point. Date/Time Display (Grey) Shows the currently selected date/time. Note: The Date/Time Display shows the last time selected via the timeline.
Utilise the buttons shown below to change the scale. Note: CamVu Mini Dome Change Scale The coloured softkey buttons can also be used to alter the scale, refer to “Softkey Guidance” for further details). Decrease Scale button (Red) Decreases the scale of the displayed timeline by one step i.e. if the scale is currently one hour, selecting this button will reduce it to 15 minutes, selecting it again will reduce it to one minute etc.
CamVu Mini Dome Event List Alarms and activity detection, plus system Events i.e. camera fails, are tagged and stored in the Event List. Each Event is labelled with an event type (alarm, activity or system) and its time and date. To view any additional pages of Event data, use the Yellow/Blue Softkeys. Use the Up/Down Directional buttons to select a specific Event, press the OK button to display the full list or select any Event with the mouse to display the full Event list.
The Event Copy and Search menu allows events to be sent to the Copy menu via the Copy Option. All events currently held within the ‘Copy’ menu can be deleted via the ‘Clear All’ option. The ‘Filter option’ allows access to the ‘Filter Search’ menu. Red Green Note: CamVu Mini Dome Event Copy and Search Menu Copy Select to add the currently highlighted event to the Copy menu. Clear All Select to clear ALL events from the copy menu. Single events can be deleted via the Copy menu.
CamVu Mini Dome Filter Search Menu When searching a large number of stored events, the Filter Search menu allows events to be filtered by time, camera channel and category.
From Date Cameras Text Type Red Blank Green Reset Yellow Now Blue Apply Purple Close Select a start time for the Event filter. Events prior to this time will be ignored. Select a start date for the Event filter. Events prior to this date will be ignored. Select which cameras are to be included within the Event search. A range of cameras can be selected by entering a hyphen between the first and last required camera i.e.1-8.
CamVu Mini Dome Activity Search Menu The Activity Search menu allows the search criteria to be further narrowed to only include events which have occured within specific segments of the camera view. Firstly, enter a start/end Time and Date, then select a camera channel. Use the Grid option to select a specific segment of the camera view. From Time From Date To Time To Date Select a start time for the Activity filter. Events prior to this time will be ignored. Select a start date for the Activity filter.
Red Blank Green Reset Yellow Blue Grid Apply Purple Close Select which camera to include within the Activity search. A range of cameras can be selected by entering a hyphen between the first and last required camera i.e.1-8. A selection of individual cameras can be chosen by entering a comma between each camera i.e. 1,3,5,8. Events captured by other cameras will be ignored. Select to remove all data currently displayed in the Filter Search Box. Select to reset the Filter Search box.
CamVu Mini Dome Activity Grid Menu The Activity Grid menu allows the event search criteria to be further narrowed to only display events which have occurred within a segment of the camera view. A grid will be displayed across the image of the selected camera channel. Using the options outlined below, the grid can be configured to create activity zones within the image. Only events which have occurred within these zones will then be displayed in the Activity Search menu for the chosen camera channel.
IMPORTANT: Note: The area (cells) highlighted yellow constitutes the activity detection zone. Any activity events occurring within the area created using the Start and and End points will be ignored. Multiple zones can be created within the same camera view. Purple CamVu Mini Dome A zone can be created directly via the mouse. Click on a cell and then on a separate cell. An area NOT to be included in the Activity zone will be created linking these points.
CamVu Mini Dome Connecting to the CamVu Mini Dome Camera Connecting via a Dedicated Micros DV-IP Server, DV-IP RT, DV-IP HD, HighVu Excel or SD Advanced DVR Use the DVR Configuration menus to configure the camera settings when connecting a CamVu Mini Dome camera to a compatible 3rd generation DM DVR (DV-IP Server, DV-IP RT, DV-IP HD, HighVu Excel or SD Advanced). The relevant menus are detailed below with recommended settings were applicable.
IMPORTANT: Note: CamVu Mini Dome IP Mode ‘NetVu ANPR’ - i.e. the HyperSense ANPR camera from Dedicated Micros. Select the IP mode used to receive incoming IP data. Select from: Simple Stream - Received IP streams are non-compressed and are viewed as configured on the originating source. Recode Stream - When selected, the unit will recompress the incoming IP stream to the record profile settings established for this camera channel in the Profile Record menu (Record Settings->Profile Record).
CamVu Mini Dome Camera Overview This menu details the general settings assigned to each of the local camera channels. To edit the settings assigned to any of these cameras; Click on Local Camera Setup to edit the settings held in the SD Advanced; Click on ‘Setup’ to open the Setup menu on the connected video source.
CamVu Mini Dome IP Stream Inputs The IP Streams menu allows the selection of High, Medium and Low resolution settings for video sources originating from a network based source i.e. IP Server. These streams are configured on the remote device. This feature is predominately intended for use with 3rd party IP camera streams (connected via the 3rd party IP camera unlock feature). Note: The IP Stream needs to be set to Simple Streaming on Camera->Setup.
CamVu Mini Dome Res Note: For both MPEG and JPEG recording, select either High, Medium or Low quality resolution settings. To view a local third party IP camera ‘live’, IP recording should be set to MPEG. IP Camera (Yellow) Schedule (Blue) Refresh (Purple) Select to open the IP Camera Configuration menu. Select to open the Schedule->Setup page Refreshes the information on the current page. IP Camera Configuration Channel Select a camera channel for review and adjustment.
Note: Additional IP cameras ( further to existing local camera channels) are remote codec only. Therefore any NetVu connected cameras will be applied above local camera level.
CamVu Mini Dome Connecting via a Dedicated Micros DS2 or BX2 DVR The Camera can be connected to and viewed across a network using a DM DS2 or BX2 DVR, or via the NetVu Observer software. 1) i. ii. Enable a NetVu capable DVR to connect to IP cameras; Verify the Version of operating software on the DVR by pressing the menu button once to display the ‘Time, Date & Language’ page. If the Version is below 4.5(010), the software will need upgrading to accept IP camera streams.
The CamVu Mini Dome Camera produces a digital video stream from an independent IP address. NetVu ObserVer can connect directly to this video stream in the same way as it connects to a DVR. However, the camera needs to be within the same subnet as ObserVer. A CamVu Mini Dome Camera can be added to ObserVer to allow the Operator to easily select the camera for viewing and control: CamVu Mini Dome Using NetVu Observer 1.
CamVu Mini Dome How do I Configure Activity or VMD 1) Use the Alarm Settings->VMD Act Response. 2) Select Detection type of VMD or Activity. Configure VMD on Alarm Settings->VMD Configuration, or Activity on Alarm Settings->Activity Setup. Find the unit on the network 1) Does the network have a DNS Server ? If yes, enter the serial number of the camera into the address bar a browser on the same network.
General Information This page gives an overview of the units current settings including IP address, connections to the camera, the locations that data is being read from and written to, and which recording profile is active.
CamVu Mini Dome Record Details This page displays the configured recording settings for the unit. The current record mode being used by the unit can be found on the General Information page.
This page displays the capabilities of the camera in terms of resolution and supported compression formats. This camera does not support audio, alarms, relay or lens de-warping so all these parameters return 0.
CamVu Mini Dome Capabilities This information page shows the capability settings for the camera. These parameters determine how the camera performs and what options are available on the web pages.
The UI page shows the settings stored in the camera which configure the user interface.
CamVu Mini Dome Profile Record Tables This page shows the different settings available in the record configurations. The current default settings are indicated by crosses.
User Activity Logging CamVu Mini Dome Appendix B User Activity logging can be enabled or disabled via the System Setting->Features menu. When this feature is enabled, the unit will record all actions performed via the user interface. These actions include Viewing the live stream, activating telemetry, altering the unit configuration, viewing recorded video, archiving video and any system events such as restarting the unit.
CamVu Mini Dome Appendix C Pattern for Ceiling Dome 80 10 28 42 .5 48 ø7 NOT TO SCALE .3 65 Note: Place this page on a photocopier and enlarge 141% (A4->A3) to get an accurate template.
Changelog Version 1_1 Edited ‘Text in Image’ Page Unit Operation page changed Operating the Viewer page changed Viewer - View Control edited Viewer - Selection Page edited Viewer - Event list edited Viewer - Activity Search edited Viewer - Activity Grid edited Viewer - Archive section removed CamVu Mini Dome Appendix D 129 Dedicated Micros ©2010
CamVu Mini Dome Index About......................................................................................24 Activity Grid Menu................................................................110 Activity Search Menu...........................................................108 Activity Setup.........................................................................69 Adjusting the Picture Settings................................................13 Advanced Record.......................................
CamVu Mini Dome System...................................................................................19 System Features....................................................................32 System Features Network......................................................34 System Features Other..........................................................36 System Features Video..........................................................35 System Settings..........................................................
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