IC-6230DC User Manual 04-2016 / v1.
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I. Product Information .............................................................................. 5 I-1. Package Contents....................................................................................................................5 I-2. I-3. I-4. I-5. System Requirements .............................................................................................................6 LED Status ........................................................................................................
IV-4-4. IV-4-5. IV-5. File Management ..................................................................................................................52 Cloud Setting .........................................................................................................................53 System ...................................................................................................................................54 IV-5-1. IV-5-2. IV-5-3. IV-6. IV-6-1. IV-6-2. Basic .......................
I. Product Information I-1.
I-2. - System Requirements Intel Pentium 4 2.4GHz (above or similar) VGA card (1024*768 or above) CD-ROM Drive At least 128MB hard disk space (256 MB recommended) Windows XP, Vista, 7 or 8, Mac OS X or above Web browser (Internet Explorer 7.0, Firefox 3.
I-3. LED Status Gateway: LED LED Color Power Green LAN Green LED Status Description On Gateway is on and connected to cloud server. Quick Flashing Gateway is restarting. Slow Flashing Gateway is starting up or is not connected to cloud server. Gateway is connected to the local network. On Quick Flashing Internet Orange LAN activity (transferring data). On Connected to Internet. Quick Flashing Slow Flashing (1 x per second) Gateway is restarting. Not connected to Internet.
I-4. Product Label The product label located on the underside of the network camera displays the serial number, MAC address and cloud ID of your network camera. The MAC address and cloud ID are the same for easy reference. The cloud ID allows you to view a live stream from your network camera remotely (from any Internet connection) as described later in V. Myedimax.com. I-5. Reset If you experience problems with your network camera, you can reset the camera back to its factory default settings.
II. Camera Setup II-1. EdiLife App Follow the instructions below to connect your network camera to your Internet ISP using the EdiLife smartphone app. 1. Screw on the included antenna to the gateway unit and connect the power adapter. The green power LED will flash slowly when the gateway is ready. 2. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the gateway to your wireless router or access point. The green power LED and orange Internet LED will display on to indicate successful cloud and Internet connections. 3.
4. Use a smartphone or tablet to search, download and install the EdiLife app from Google Play or the Apple App Store. 5. Open the EdiLife app and tap the + icon in the top right corner of the screen.
6. Select your camera from the available device list and wait a moment for the app to make a connection. Tap refresh in the top right corner if your camera isn’t listed. 7. For better security, enter a new device name and password when prompted. Tap the check mark to continue.
8. Setup is complete. Your camera should be listed on the EdiLife home screen. Tap your camera to see a live stream which you can view anytime you are connected to the Internet. You can configure your camera’s settings and functions using the icons below the live image. 9. If you have a microSD card, insert the card into the microSD slot on the back on the gateway unit.
II-2. Door Installation The door camera unit mounts conveniently and securely over your door. Your door must have a minimum 2.5mm gap between the door and the frame. Hook the camera unit over your door and use the included hook template and Velcro strips to affix each side firmly in place. For metal doors, the camera unit features built in high-strength magnets to attach to the door.
II-3. EdiView Finder Ensure your computer is connected to the same router as the network camera using an Ethernet cable. II-3-1. Windows 1. Insert the included CD into your CD-ROM drive and if the setup utility does not automatically open, please locate and open the “Autorun.exe” file in the “Autorun” folder. 2. Click “Setup Utility” to install the EdiView Finder software utility. 3. Click “Next” and follow the on-screen instructions to install the EdiView Finder software utility.
4. When installation is complete, select “Launch EdiView Finder Utility” before clicking “Finish”. Or double click the ”EdiView Finder Utility” icon on your desktop to launch EdiView Finder.
5. EdiView Finder will list all cameras on your local network, along with each camera’s name, model, IP address and MAC address. Click the search icon to refresh the list if your camera is not displayed. The network camera’s IP address is displayed on this screen. After setup, you can enter this IP address into the URL bar of a web browser on the same local network to access your network camera’s web-based configuration interface. 6.
7. Select your wireless network from the list and enter the correct password in the “Password” field, before clicking “OK”. This is the wireless network which your camera will connect to. 8.Unplug the Ethernet cable from your network camera and click “Next”. Please wait a moment for the camera to detect the connection.
9.When the connection is detected as shown below, please click “Next”. 10. Enter a name and password for your camera. The password will be used later to log in to your camera remotely via its cloud ID, web interface or via the EdiView II smartphone app. Click “OK” to continue.
11. The next screen will indicate that setup is complete. The camera is operational and ready for use. Click “OK”or click the URL and a preview window showing a live stream from your camera may open.
II-3-2. Mac EdiView Finder for Mac will not set up your network camera’s wireless connection. After this chapter, please continue to IV-1-2. Wireless to set up the camera’s wireless connection. 1. Insert the included CD into your CD-ROM drive and browse to the “Mac” folder. 2. Copy the “EdiView Finder” file to your desktop and double click the icon to open EdiView Finder. EdiView Finder is also available for download from the Edimax website: http://www.edimax.com/EdiViewFinder.
3.EdiView Finder will list all cameras on your local network, along with each camera’s name, model, IP address and MAC address. Click the search icon to refresh the list if your camera is not displayed. The network camera’s IP address is displayed on this screen. After setup, you can enter this IP address into the URL bar of a web browser on the same local network to access your network camera’s web-based configuration interface. 4.
5. Enter a name and password for your camera. The password will be used later to log in to your camera remotely via its cloud ID, web interface or via the EdiView II smartphone app. Click “Next” to continue. 6. The next screen will indicate that setup is complete. The camera is operational and ready to be configured for a wireless connection. Click “Finish” and a preview window showing a live stream from your camera may open. 7. To setup your network camera’s wireless connection, please follow IV-1-2.
II-3-3. Using EdiView Finder You can also use EdiView Finder to find your network camera’s IP address, view a live stream, or modify the network camera’s IP address.
EdiView Finder will locate your network camera as long as you are on the same local network. Static IP users who may be using a different IP address subnet to the network camera should still be able to locate the network camera with EdiView Finder. If you encounter difficulties, it is recommended that you use a DHCP server – though you can manually set the network camera’s IP address using EdiView Finder (above) or using the web-based configuration interface (see IV-1-1. Network) if you need.
III. Pair Button Your gateway unit and camera unit and wirelessly paired at the factory and manual pairing is not necessary. However if you need to re-pair your units for some reason, or if you accidently clear the existing pairing, follow the instructions below. The Pair button will clear existing pairings when pressed for 5 seconds. Your gateway unit and camera unit and already paired when you purchase them and under normal circumstances no manual pairing is necessary. 1.
IV. Web-Based Management Interface When you are using the same local network as your camera, you can use the web-based management interface to view or configure the camera and to use the camera’s functions. You can access the web-based management interface with a web browser on a smartphone or computer. For smartphone users, the appearance of the interface will vary slightly to that which is displayed here, though the menu functions which are described later from IV-1. Basic onwards are the same. 1.
2. You may be prompted to allow a Java add-on to run. Please click the message where it says “click here” and then click “Run Add-on”. If any other security warnings/prompts appear, please select “Run” or “Allow” or similar, depending on your browser. 3. Enter the username and password for your network camera (default username: admin default password: 1234). The network camera’s webbased management interface will then be displayed in your browser.
4. For computer users, the “Live View” screen will be displayed, as shown below. On the live view screen you can see a live stream from your camera and use the icons on the left side to pan, tilt and take snapshots or recordings. Image Resolution Night Vision PIR Enable Power Frequency Brightness/ Contrast/ Save a snapshot (image) of the network camera’s current view. You will be prompted to select a location to save the image. Set the video resolution according to your preference.
Saturation/ Sharpness/ Battery Status Timer 5. the sliders. Click and drag the blue lever to change the value for each category and click Save Value. Color-coded (green, orange, red) status of the camera battery. Counts down from 120 seconds until the camera will go into standby. After 120 seconds the button is labelled “Continue”. The camera will remain in standby to conserve battery power until: A. The button is clicked. B. Motion is detected. C. The EdiLife app live view is activated.
6. After making any changes, click “Save Settings” to save the settings and bring the changes into effect.
IV-1. Basic The “Basic” menu opens a submenu with eight categories of settings for your network camera’s basic operation. Select a category and refer to the appropriate chapter.
IV-1-1. Network Network settings are displayed on this page, as shown below. You can configure your network camera to dynamically receive a local IP address from your router’s DHCP server or you can specify a local static IP address for your network camera. Network Type Select “DHCP” to automatically assign an IP address to your network camera from your router or “Static IP” to manually set a static IP address using the fields below.
IV-1-2. Dynamic DNS Dynamic DNS (DDNS) is a service which provides a hostname-to-IP service for dynamic IP users. If your Internet service provider didn’t issue a fixed IP address, you can use a third-party dynamic DNS provider to map your current IP address to a fixed IP address. Several free or paid DDNS services are available online, please use the information provided by your DDNS provider to configure the settings on this page.
IV-1-3. RTSP Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) enables the network camera to be used with a streaming media server. Enter the required RTSP settings. RTSP Port H.264 RTSP Path (HD) H.264 RTSP Path (Mobile) RTP Port Range Verification Enter the RTSP port. Enter the H.264 RTSP path. Enter the H.264 Mobile RTSP path. Enter the RTP port range. Select a verification type from the drop down menu.
IV-1-4. Date & Time You can set and adjust the network camera’s system time and date on this page. Maintaining a correct system time is particularly important for recorded video organization/playback. Mode Set Time & Date Manually Synchronize to PC time NTP Server Time Zone Daylight Saving Select ”NTP” or “Manual Setting”. NTP (Network Time Protocol) can set and maintain the time and date automatically via an NTP server on the local network, if available.
IV-1-5. Users In addition to the default administrator account, you can configure several different login accounts for the network camera, with two different levels of access – operator and guest. Operator accounts can configure partial functions of the network camera similar to the administrator account, while guest accounts can only view the camera’s image. User List User Name Password Confirm password Existing users are listed here. Select a user here to modify the settings. Input user’s name here.
Authority Add Modify Remove Anonymous Login Select the user’s authority: Operators can view video and configure some settings, while guests can only view video. Add a new user. Save the changes to an existing, selected user. Remove selected user. Enable or disable anonymous login. Anonymous login allows anyone to login to the network camera and view images. This function is useful if you want to setup a remote video server.
IV-1-6. UPnP Universal plug-and-play (UPnP) is a set of networking protocols which enables network devices to communicate and automatically establish working configurations with each other. When enabled, Windows computers can automatically discover the network camera on the local area network. The network camera also supports IGD. Enable/Disable Enable or disable UPnP.
IV-1-7. Bonjour Bonjour is a feature of Mac computers which allows Safari web browser to discover devices and services on the local network and provide a quick shortcut for access. When enabled, Safari users on the local network can find a shortcut to the network camera under Safari’s “Bonjour” menu. Select “Enable” or “Disable”.
IV-2. Video The “Video” menu consists of three categories for configuring the network camera’s video settings. Select an item from the submenu and refer to the appropriate following chapter. IV-2-1. Privacy Protector Privacy Protector is a function which will display the camera’s live view as a black screen. This can be a useful tool when occupants are at home to address privacy concerns about network intruders.
IV-3. Events Select an item from the “Events” menu and refer to the appropriate following chapter. You can configure settings for motion detection, scheduling, SMTP and FTP. IV-3-1. Human Motion Detection IV-3-1-1. Human Motion Detection The network camera features a motion detection function and various options for (motion detection) events notification. When motion is detected, it is defined as an “event” and the camera will record for a specified length of time.
PIR Enable Send Event File to Email Save Event Files to NAS or SD Video Recording Time Enable or disable the passive infrared sensor (PIR) motion detection function of your network camera. A video recording of a detected event can be sent to a designated email recipient. Select “Enable” or “Disable” for this function. When enabled, you need to configure email settings in the “Events Notifications Mail Settings” menu. Enable or disable the camera’s function to save video files to NAS or MicroSD card.
IV-3-1-2. Schedule Settings The network camera’s motion detection function can be scheduled to be active on/at specified times and days. Select “Enable” to enable this feature and then define which times the network camera’s motion detection will be active using the table below. For each day, click and drag across the timeline on the times which you want motion detection to be active. A blue box indicates a scheduled recording.
Delete Delete All Select All Store Delete the selected blue recording block on the timeline. Delete all blue recording blocks on the timeline. Select all blue recording blocks. Store the recording settings on the timeline.
IV-3-2. Notification IV-3-2-1. Mail Settings Recordings of events (motion detected) can be sent to a designated email recipient. This function must be enabled in “Motion Detection” settings in the “Events” menu. Enter the required information about your sender and recipient email accounts as shown below. Email Service Provider SMTP Server SMTP Port Select “Manual Settings” to enter the information manually or select a common email provider to enter some of the information automatically.
Recipient E-Mail Address Sender E-Mail Address SSL/TLS SMTP Authentication Account Password Send Test Email service provider. Enter the email recipient’s email address here. Enter the sender’s email address here to avoid spam filter issues. Select ‘SSL or TLS’ when your SMTP server requires encryption. Consult your mail server administrator when in doubt. Select ‘Enable’ when your SMTP server requires authentication. This information can be provided by your email service provider.
IV-3-2-2. Push The network camera can send push notifications to your smartphone if you have the EdiLife app installed. Push notifications can be sent based on motion detection events, and also when your camera reconnects to the Internet after a disconnection. Reconnection alerts are sent when the camera actually reconnects to the Internet, not when a disconnection occurs. Push notification Video motion alert Low battery alert Reconnected to Internet alert Enable or disable all push notifications.
IV-3-2-3. HTTP The network camera can send notifications to a HTTP server which is configured to listen. The destination server must be configured. Configure the camera’s HTTP notification settings using the menu below. Notifications can be sent based on motion detection events. Select “PIR” from the list to begin configurations. Notification URL Method Authentication Username Password Timeout Enable or disable HTTP notifications. Enter the URL of the HTTP server including the port number.
IV-4. Storage Settings The “Storage Settings” menu enables you to configure the settings for local storage of motion detection events/recordings. You can also configure scheduled recording. IV-4-1. Storage Directory The network camera can store recordings of motion detection events to local storage: NAS or MicroSD. Select your storage location and click “Save settings”. A MicroSD card must be installed in the network camera to use this function.
IV-4-2. NAS Settings If using a NAS server for local storage, configure the settings on this page according to your NAS. Status NAS IP & Sharing Resource Notification for space full Cycle Recording Authentication Username Password Displays the status (connected or disconnected) of your network camera and NAS server. Enter the local IP address of your NAS and the path of a shared folder to store your network camera’s recordings. Enable or disable email notifications when your storage space is full.
IV-4-3. SD Card Settings Unmount your MicroSD card using the “Unmount” button before removing the card from your network camera. Status Displays the MicroSD card status of your network camera: available or unavailable. Available Space Displays the available space on the MicroSD card in your network camera. Notify when space is Enable or disable email notifications when not enough your storage space is full. Cycle Recording Enable or disable cycle recording.
IV-4-4. File Management The file management tool enables you to browse, download and delete JPEG files on your MicroSD card. Folders are organized by date, and then grouped chronologically beginning with 001. Individual file names consist of the date and time of the JPEG. Back First Page Previous Page Next Page Last Page Select All Select None Delete Go back to the previous page in the file browser. Go back to the first page in the file browser. Go back to the previous page in the file browser.
IV-4-5. Cloud Setting The network camera can store recordings of motion detection events to online cloud storage services such as Dropbox. Setup your Dropbox account using the EdiLife app. Status Cloud Setting Service Provider Folder Location Cycle Recording Cycle Recording Notification Recycle Time Displays the status of the cloud storage function. Enable or disable the cloud storage function. Select a provider from the dropdown list if you want to unlink your cloud storage account from the camera.
IV-5. System The “System” menu consists of three categories, “Basic”, “Advanced” and “Cloud Service”. Select a category and follow the appropriate chapter for more information. IV-5-1. Basic The “Basic” menu enables you to set the camera’s name and administrator password, as well as switch the LED(s) on/off according to your preference. Network Camera Name Administrator Password Confirm Password LED Indication Set the name of the network camera for reference/identification purposes.
IV-5-2. Advanced The “Advanced” page allows you to upgrade the network camera’s firmware, backup or restore the network camera’s settings, and reset or restart the network camera. Please check the Edimax website for the latest firmware for your network camera. Do not switch off or disconnect the device during a firmware upgrade, as this could damage the device.
Settings” and then click “Reset to Default”. When the camera resets, “Keep Network Settings” will reset all settings but keep the current network settings. The network camera’s IP address will remain the same. “Default Settings” will reset all of the camera’s settings, including network settings, back to the factory default status.
IV-5-3. Cloud Service Edimax Plug & View is a function to allow you to view your network camera remotely via a cloud server (see V. Myedimax.com). You can enable or disable this feature here.
IV-6. Status The “Status” menu provides important information about the status of the network camera. This information is useful for troubleshooting purposes or for network configuration. IV-6-1. System Information A summary of system-wide information about the network camera is displayed on this page, displayed under four categories: System, LAN and IGD (UPnP Port Forward).
IV-6-2. System Log A system log provides information about the network camera’s usage and actions. The system log can also be sent to a remote server for archiving. Log Level Remote Log Remote Log Server Select a level of detail for the log from the dropdown list, from 0 - 4. 0 (minimum) will only log critical information, while 4 (maximum) will log everything. Enable or disable the network camera’s remote log function, to send the log to a remote server for archiving.
V. Myedimax.com You can use your network camera’s Myedimax.com cloud ID to monitor your camera remotely using a web browser from any Internet connection. The network camera’s green power LED must display on to indicate a successful cloud connection, in order for this function to work. Internet Explorer is recommended. Performance may vary according to browser. 1. Identify your network camera’s cloud ID. The cloud ID is displayed in EdiView Finder (see II-2.
If any other security warnings/prompts appear, please select “Run” or “Allow” or similar, depending on your browser. 4. Enter your camera’s password (default password: 1234) and click “OK” to see a live stream from your network camera.
5. The network camera can be operated and configured using the icons in the toolbar located below the image. To configure the network camera, click window: to show the configuration menu 6. Use the slider controls to change the image brightness, saturation, sharpness, video quality and pan & tilt speed. Use the dropdown lists to change the video resolution and operating language, and click “Apply” when finished. Functionality of myedimax.com may vary according to version.
VI. FAQs If you are experiencing problems with your camera, please check below before contacting your dealer of purchase for help. 1. How can I setup my IC-6230DC to store recordings to a Dropbox account? a. You need to enter your Dropbox account login credentials into the EdiLife app after the camera is setup and working properly. Go to Settings Advanced Cloud Storage. Tap the Login switch to login to your account.
Sandisk Ultra 16GB Kingston 32GB Fujitsu 32GB 3. How do I remove my microSD card from the camera? a. Never unplug the card while the camera is on. This can damage your card. Ensure all recording functions such as event triggers are disabled and switch off your camera before removing the card. b. Alternatively go to ‘SD Card Settings’ in the camera’s user interface and click “unmounts” before removing the card. 4.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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Declaration of Conformity We, Edimax Technology Co., Ltd., declare under our sole responsibility, that the equipment described below complies with the requirements of the European R&TTE directive (1999/5/EC, 2006/95/EC) . Equipment: Model No.: Wireless Door Camera IC-6230DC The following European standards for essential requirements have been followed: Spectrum: EMC: EMF: Safety (LVD): ETSI EN 300 328 V1.9.1 (2015-02) EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2 (2011-09); EN 301 489-17 V2.2.
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