Operation Manual
User Manual of Network Camera 
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start importing configuration file. 
Note: You need to reboot the camera after importing configuration file. 
2.  Click    and  set  the  saving  path  to  save  the  configuration  file  in  local 
storage. 
Figure 10-14 Import/Export Configuration File 
10.6.4 Upgrading the System 
Steps: 
1.  Enter the Maintenance interface: 
Configuration > Basic Configuration> System > Maintenance 
Or Configuration > Advanced Configuration> System > Maintenance 
2.  Click    to select the local upgrade file and then click    to start 
remote upgrade. 
Note: The upgrading  process will  take 1 to 10 minutes. Please don't disconnect 
power  of  the  camera  during  the  process.  The  camera  reboots  automatically  after 
upgrading. 
Figure 10-15 Remote Upgrade 
10.7 RS-232 Settings 
Purpose:   
The RS-232 port can be used in two ways:   
  Parameters Configuration: Connect a computer to the camera through the serial 
port.  Device  parameters  can  be  configured  by  using  software  such  as 
HyperTerminal.  The  serial port parameters  must be  the same as  the serial port 
parameters of the camera. 
  Transparent Channel: Connect a serial device directly to  the camera. The  serial 
device will be controlled remotely by the computer through the network. 
Steps: 










