iCamera2 User’s Guide
Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................... 1 Overview ....................................................................................................................... 1 Physical Details - iCamera2 .......................................................................................... 3 Package Contents ..........................................................................................................
APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................... 64 iCamera2..................................................................................................................... 64 Regulatory Approvals ................................................................................................. 64 Copyright 2014. All Rights Reserved. Document Version: 1.0 All trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners.
Chapter 1 Introduction 1 This Chapter provides details of the iCamera2's features, components and capabilities. Overview The iCamera2 has an Integrated Microcomputer and a high quality CMOS Sensor, enabling it to display high quality live streaming video over your wired LAN, the Internet, and for the iCamera2, an 802.11N Wireless LAN. Using enhanced H.264 technologies, the iCamera2 is able to stream high quality video and audio directly to your PC. The high compression capabilities of H.
• Day/Night Switch. With the day/night switching feature, you are able to view and record better images even in the dark of night. Internet Features • User-definable HTTP/HTTPS port number. This allows Internet Gateways to use "port mapping" so the iCamera2 and a Web Server can share the same Internet IP address. • NTP (Network-Time-Protocol) Support. NTP allows the iCamera2 to calibrate its internal clock from an Internet Time-Server.
Physical Details - iCamera2 Front - iCamera2 Figure 1: Front Panel 1. Light Sensor This is hardware sensor to detect LUX. 2. Lens No physical adjustment is required or possible for the lens, but you should ensure that the lens cover remain clean. The image quality is degraded if the lens cover is dirty or smudged. 3. POWER/WiFi indicator (Green) On (Green) - Power is on. Off - Power is off. Flashing - Wifi signal-strength indication.
Rear - iCamera2 Figure 2: Rear Panel 1. LAN Port Use standard Ethernet cable (RJ45 connectors) to connect your PC to the port for installation and configuration. The port is also used for power connection when the camera is under wireless mode. A customized PoE (Power over Ethernet) splitter, as a Y-cable, for both Ethernet and DC Jack is provided. 2.WPS/Reset This button has two (2) functions: 3. Microphone • WPS. • WPS PBC Mode 1. Turn on the camera without connecting the Ethernet cable. 2.
Package Contents The following items should be included: If any of these items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
2 Chapter 2 Basic Setup This Chapter provides details of installing and configuring the iCamera2. System Requirements • • To use the wired LAN interface, a standard 10/100BaseT hub or switch and network cable is required. To use the Wireless interface on the wireless model, other Wireless devices must be compliant with the IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g or IEEE 802.11n specifications. All Wireless stations must use compatible settings.
1. Assemble the Camera a. Hold the metal screw of the stand up. b. Face the back of the iCamera2 to the stand and turn the iCamera2 clockwise to attach it to the stand. 2. Connect the Y-cable Connect the provided Y-cable (with Ethernet) to the LAN port of iCamera2. The wireless and wired modes cannot work simultaneously. It is recommended to first configure the wireless settings of an iCamera2 using wired mode. After configuration, disconnect the wire and power, and power on the iCamera2 again.
Step 2 - Installation Figure 4: Installation 1. Disassemble the Camera Unplug the Y-cable and power off the camera. 2. Connect the Ethernet cable Connect the Ethernet cable to the LAN port of the iCamera2. 3. Power Up Connect the DC cable to the Ethernet cable. Connect the supplied power adapter to the DC cable to power up the iCamera2. Use only the power adapter provided. Using a different one may cause hardware damage. 4. Check the LEDs • • The Power LED will turn on briefly, then start blinking.
Wall Mounting *Note: Please ensure that the iCamera2 is configured and added to the network before permanent mounting. 1. Using hands to remove the plate from the bottom of the stand. 2. Place the plate in the desired position of the wall. Screw three screws into ceiling through the holes of the plate. 3. Attach the stand to the plate. 4. Connect the LAN cable into the LAN port of the device. Turn the iCamera2 clockwise to attach it to the stand. 5.
Chapter 3 Viewing Live Video 3 This Chapter provides basic information about viewing live video. Overview This Chapter has details of viewing live video using Internet Explorer. But many other powerful features and options are available: • • The camera administrator can also adjust the Video Stream, and restrict access to the video stream to known users by requiring viewers to supply a username and password. See Chapter 4 - Advanced Viewing Setup for details.
Figure 5: Home Screen 4. Click View Video. 5. If the Administrator has restricted access to known users, you will then be prompted for a username and password. Enter the name and password assigned to you by the iCamera2 administrator. 6. The first time you connect to the camera, you will be prompted to install decoders. Choose "I accept the terms of the license agreement" and click "OK". 7. Video will start playing automatically. There may be a delay of a few seconds while the video stream is buffered.
Connecting to a Camera via the Internet You can NOT connect to a camera via the Internet unless the camera Administrator has configured both the camera and the Internet Gateway/Router used by the camera. See Making Video available from the Internet in Chapter 4 - Advanced Viewing Setup for details of the required configuration. Also, you need a broadband Internet connection to view video effectively. Dial-up connections are NOT supported.
5. Click View Video. 6. If the Administrator has restricted access to known users, you will then be prompted for a username and password. Enter the name and password assigned to you by the iCamera2 administrator. 7. The first time you connect to the camera, you will be prompted to install decoders. Choose "I accept the terms of the license agreement" and click "OK". 8. Video will start playing automatically. There may be a delay of a few seconds while the video stream is buffered.
Viewing Live Video After installing the decoders, you will be able to view the live video stream in its own window, as shown below. Figure 7: View Video Screen There are a number of options available on this screen, accessed by select list, button or icon. See the table below for details. Note: The options can only be configured while using IE browser. Other browsers can just view the video rather than configuration. If the video still cannot be viewed, please install the decoders to solve this problem.
General Options These options are always available, regardless of the type of camera you are connected to. Streaming. Use this drop-down list to select the desired streaming. Full Size. When using high-resolution mode (1280*720), click this button to see the full size of the image. Select the desired option from the drop-down list. Use this icon to start/stop viewing. Use this icon to make the image back to original size. Zoom Out. A digital zoom out feature is available.
Chapter 4 Advanced Viewing Setup 4 This Chapter provides information about the optional settings and features for viewing video via the iCamera2. This Chapter is for the Camera Administrator only.
Default Streaming Channel Select the default channel for streaming from the drop-down list. Streaming 1 Settings Video Format Select the desired format from the list. Resolution Select the desired video resolution format. Video Quality Control Fixed Video Quality • Constant Bit Rate: Select the desired bit rate. The default is set to 2.0 Mbps. • Fixed Quality: Select the desired option. The default fix quality is set to Normal.
User Defined URI You may enter the URI up to 32 characters long for accessing the live video from camera through cell phone connection.
Controlling User Access to the Video Stream By default, anyone can connect to the iCamera2 and view live Video at any time. If desired, you can limit access to scheduled times, and also restrict access to known users. To Control User Access to Live Video: 1. Connect to the Web-based interface of the iCamera2. (See Chapter 5 - Web-based Management for details.) 2. Select Administration, then Video Access. 3. Set the desired options for Access.
Making Video available from the Internet If your LAN is connected to the Internet, typically by a Broadband Gateway/Router and Broadband modem, you can make the iCamera2 available via the Internet. You will need to configure your Router or Gateway to allow connections from the Internet to the camera. Router/Gateway Setup Your Router or Gateway must be configured to pass incoming TCP (HTTP) connections (from Internet Viewers) to the iCamera2.
Viewing Live Video via the Internet Clients (viewers) will also need a broadband connection; dial-up connections are NOT recommended. Viewing Live Video Using your Web Browser If using your Web browser, you need to know the Internet IP address (or the Domain name) of the camera's Router/Gateway, and the correct port number. Enter the Internet address of the Router/Gateway, and its port number, in the Address (or Location) field of your Browser. Example - IP address: HTTP://203.70.212.
Motion Detection Alerts The Motion Detection feature can generate an Alert when motion is detected. The iCamera2 will compare consecutive frames to detect changes caused by the movement of large objects. But the motion detector can also be triggered by: • Sudden changes in the level of available light • Movement of the camera itself. Try to avoid these situations. The motion detection feature works best in locations where there is good steady illumination, and the camera is mounted securely.
Chapter 5 Web-based Management 5 This Chapter provides Setup details of the iCamera2’s Web-based Interface. This Chapter is for the Camera Administrator only. Introduction The iCamera2 can be configured using your Web Browser. The iCamera2 must have an IP address which is compatible with your PC.
Welcome Screen When you connect, the following screen will be displayed. Figure 13: Welcome Screen The menu options available from this screen are: • • View Video - View live Video using your Web Browser. See Chapter 3 - Viewing Live Video for details. Administration - Access the Administration menu.
Administration Menu Clicking on Administration on the menu provides access to all the settings for the iCamera2.
System Screen After clicking Administration on the main menu, or selecting System on the Administration menu, you will see a screen like the example below. Figure 14: System Screen Data - System Screen System Settings Device ID This displays the ID for the iCamera2. Camera Name Enter the desired name for the iCamera2. Description This field is used for entering a description, such as the location of the iCamera2.
Time Zone Choose the Time Zone for your location from the drop-down list. If your location is currently using Daylight Saving, please enable the Adjust for daylight saving checkbox. Network Time Protocol Enable or disable the Time Server feature as required. NTP Server Address Enter the address for the desired NTP server. Update The Schedule determines how often the iCamera2 contacts the NTP Server. Select the desired options. LED Operation Enable this if you want to use this function.
Network Screen This screen is displayed when the Network option is clicked.
Data - Network Screen Network Internet Connection Type There are 3 connection types: • Obtain Address Automatically (DHCP): If selected, the iCamera2 will obtain its IP address and related information from a DHCP Server. Only select this option if your LAN has a DHCP Server. • Static IP Address: If selected, you must assign the following data to the iCamera2. • • • • IP Address - Enter an unused IP address from the address range used on your LAN. Subnet Mask - Use the same value as PCs on your LAN.
HTTP/HTTPS This sets the port number for HTTP/HTTPS connections to the Camera, whether for administration or viewing video. The HTTP (HyperText Transfer Protocol) is used for the standard of transferring files (text, graphic images and other multimedia files) on the World Wide Web. The default HTTP port is 60106. HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) can provide more secure communication with the SSL/TLS protocol, which support data encryption to HTTP clients and servers.
Enable Traversal If enabled, HTTP connections (from your Web Browser) can use secondary port instead of port 80 (the standard HTTP port) to access the camera. Bonjour Enable Bonjour Service If enabled, the iCamera2 can be accessed through a "Bonjour" enabled browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer (with a Bonjour plug-in) or Safari browser. You can also find other Bonjour-enabled devices on your network.
Wireless Screen This screen is displayed when the Wireless menu option is clicked. Figure 16: Wireless Screen Data - Wireless Screen Wireless Network Site Survey Click the "Site Survey" button and select from a list of available APs. WSC PIN Code It displays the WSC PIN code number for the camera. SSID This must match the value used by other devices on your wireless LAN. Note! The SSID is case sensitive. Domain Select your region from the drop-down list. Channel No.
Security Security System Select the desired option, and then enter the settings for the selected method: • Disabled - No security is used. Anyone using the correct SSID can connect to your network. This is default. • WEP - The 802.11b standard. Data is encrypted before transmission, but the encryption system is not very strong. • WPA/WPA2 Personal - Like WEP, data is encrypted before transmission. WPA is more secure than WEP, and should be used if possible.
WPA Personal Shared Key Enter the key value. Data is encrypted using a key derived from the network key. Other Wireless Stations must use the same network key. The PSK must be from 8 to 63 characters or 64 hex characters in length. WPA2 Personal Shared Key Enter the key value. Data is encrypted using a key derived from the network key. Other Wireless Stations must use the same network key. The PSK must be from 8 to 63 characters or 64 hex characters in length.
DDNS Screen Many Internet connections use a "Dynamic IP address", where the Internet IP address is allocated whenever the Internet connection is established. This means that other Internet users don't know the IP address, so can't establish a connection. DDNS is designed to solve this problem, as follows: • You must register for the DDNS service with a DDNS service provider. The DDNS Service provider will allocate a Domain Name to you upon request.
Account/E-Mail Enter the login name for the DDNS account. Password/Key Enter the password for the DDNS account. Check WAN IP Address Set the schedule for checking if the Internet IP address has changed. If the IP address has changed, the DDNS Server will be notified. NOTE: If the DDNS Service provided some software to perform this IP address update or notification, you should NOT use this software. The update is performed by the camera.
IP Filter The IP Filter feature allows administrator to control Full HD IP Camera access by filtering IP addresses. This screen is displayed when the IP Filter menu option is clicked. Figure 18: IP Filter Screen Data - IP Filter Screen IP Filter IP Filter Select the desired method to perform the IP address (or addresses) filtering function. Single/Range Select to perform either single IP address or a range of IP addresses that you desired.
Streamings This screen is displayed when the Streamings menu option is clicked. If you want to view streaming via the cell phone: 1. Cell phone should be supported by 3GPP protocol. 2. Enter 554 for RTSP port number in the Network screen. 3. The H.264 format support cell phone option. 4. Enter the following address in the URI: RTSP:// Router IP address / User Defined URI 5. Select 15 fps for Max Frame Rate.
Data - Streamings Screen Default Streaming Channel Select the default channel for streaming from the drop-down list. Streaming 1 Settings Video Format Select the desired format from the list. Resolution Select the desired video resolution format. Video Quality Control Fixed Video Quality • Constant Bit Rate: Select the desired bit rate. The default is set to 2.0 Mbps. • Fixed Quality: Select the desired option. The default fix quality is set to Normal.
User Defined URI You may enter the URI up to 32 characters long for accessing the live video from camera through cell phone connection.
Video & Audio Screen This screen is displayed when the Video & Audio menu option is clicked. Figure 20: Video & Audio Screen Data - Video & Audio Screen Basic Video Adjustment Power Line Frequency Select the power line frequency (50Hz or 60Hz) used in your region, to improve the picture quality under florescent lighting. White Balance Select the desired option to match the current environment and lighting. Brightness If necessary, you can adjust the brightness to obtain a better image.
Options Enable Microphone Enable audio by checking this checkbox. Using Audio will increase the bandwidth requirements slightly. Audio Type Select the desired audio type. Flip This setting will have the image swapped top-to-bottom. Mirror This setting will have the image swapped left-to-right. Enable Time Stamp If enabled, the current time will be displayed on the Video image.
Video Access Screen This screen is displayed when the Video Access option is clicked. Figure 21: Video Access Screen Data - Video Access Screen User Access Enable Security Checking • If disabled (default) - No login required. Users do not have to provide a username and password when they connect to the camera for viewing video. • If enabled - Require login. Users will be prompted for a username and password when they connect to the camera for viewing video.
Add New Schedule Day Choose the desired option for the period. Start Time Enter the start time using a 24 hr clock. End Time Enter the end time using a 24 hr clock. Add Click this button to add a new period. Clear Use this button to clear the input fields.
User Database Screen This screen is displayed when the User Database option is clicked. Figure 22: User Database Screen Data - User Database Screen Existing Users User List This displays all users you have entered into the User database. If you have not entered any users, this list will be empty. The maximum number of users is 20. Edit, Delete, Delete All Use these buttons to manage the user database. User Properties User Name Enter the name for the user here.
Pan/Tilt Screen This screen is displayed when the Pan/Tilt option on the Video & Audio menu is clicked. Figure 23: Pan/Tilt Screen Data - Pan/Tilt Screen Pan/Tilt Patrol Select desired option for the patrol function. Preset Point Position Click this button to define the preset point position. Set Patrol Sequence Set Patrol Sequence This feature determines how the camera will move when it is set to either "Once" or "Always" rotate.
Set Preset Position Screen This screen is displayed when the Preset Point Position button on the Pan/Tilt screen is clicked. Figure 24: Preset Point Position Screen Data - Preset Point Position Goto Center Click this button to go to the center location. Goto User Defined Home Go to the user defined location. Set User Defined Home Set the calibration to the user defined location. Preset List Select the desired Preset. The screen will update with the current data for the selected Preset Position.
Motion Detection Screen This screen is displayed when the Motion Detection option on the Event menu is clicked. Figure 25: Motion Detection Screen Data - Motion Detection Screen Motion Detection Motion Enable Enable this if you want to use motion detection. Note: Motion detection can be triggered by rapid changes in lighting condition, as well as by moving objects. For this reason, it should only be used indoors.
Audio Detection Screen This screen is displayed when the Audio Detection option on the Event menu is clicked. . Figure 26: Audio Detection Screen Data - Audio Detection Screen Audio Detection Current Volume It displays the current volume of the environment. Click Refresh to update the status. Triggered Volume Drag the bar to set the volume for triggering. Triggered When Choose the desired situation for triggering the audio detection.
E-Mail Screen This screen is displayed when the E-Mail option on the Event menu is clicked. . Figure 27: E-Mail Screen Data - E-Mail Screen Primary/Secondary SMTP Server SMTP Server Address Enter the address of the SMTP (Simple Mail Transport Protocol) Server to be used to send E-Mail. Authentication Select the desired Authentication type for the SMTP Server. SMTP Login name Enter your login name for the SMTP Server. SMTP Password Enter your password for the SMTP Server.
FTP Screen This screen is displayed when the FTP option on the Event menu is clicked. Figure 28: FTP Screen Data - FTP Screen Primary/Secondary FTP FTP Server Enter the address of the FTP Server. Port Enter the Port of the FTP Server to be connected. Login name Enter your login name for the FTP Server. Password Enter your password for the FTP Server. Enable Passive Mode Check the box to enable the Passive mode feature of the FTP. File Path Name Enter the file path/name of the FTP.
HTTP Screen This screen is displayed when the HTTP option on the Event menu is clicked. Figure 29: HTTP Screen Data - HTTP Screen HTTP(s) Notification URL Enter the URL of your HTTP notification server. User Name Enter the user name of your HTTP server. Password Enter the password to match the user name above. Proxy Server Name Specify the proxy server name in the provided field if the camera needs to pass through a Proxy Server to do the HTTP notification.
Password Enter the password to match the user name above. Post URL Enter the URL of your HTTP post server.
Trigger & Recording Screen This screen is displayed when the Trigger & Recording option is clicked. Figure 30: Trigger & Recording Screen Data - Trigger & Recording Screen Event Schedule Schedule List The Event Schedule shows all of the event types currently configured in the Waterproof HD IP Camera, along with various information about their configuration, as listed below: • Name - the descriptive event name set by the user. • • • Add, Edit, Delete Enable - shows the event is enable or disable.
Add a new Schedule Figure 31: Add schedule screen Name Enter the name of the schedule. Schedule Schedule Choose the desired option: • Always • Schedule • Never Trigger Event Trigger by • Motion Detection - Movement in a motion detection window can be used to trigger events. • Audio Detection - The sound detection can be used to trigger events. • HTTP Trigger- If checked, a HTTP CGI command will be delivered to the HTTP server.
Attachment Type • Pre/Post Capture - Select the desired length. The size of the file depends on this setting, and also the Video size and degree of compression.
Maintenance Screen . Figure 32: Maintenance Screen Data - Maintenance Screen Administrator Login Administrator ID Enter the name for the Administrator here. Administrator Password The password for the Administrator. Verify Password Re-enter the password for the Administrator, to ensure it is correct. Spaces, punctuation, and special characters must NOT be used in the name.
Backup & Restore Backup Configuration File Click Backup button to save the current configuration information to a text file. It is suggested to backup the configuration file, in order to restore the camera easily. Restore Configuration File Click Restore button to reinitialize the camera to load the new updated software. Do this after loading the upgrade file. Clear File Name This does NOT stop the Restore process if it has started. It only clears the input for the "Restore Configuration File" field.
Status Screen . Figure 33: Status Screen Data - Status Screen System Device Name This shows the name of the iCamera2. Description This shows the description of the iCamera2, such as location. F/W version The version of the current firmware installed. Network MAC Address The current IP address of the iCamera2. IP Address The IP Address of the Network Camera. Network Mask The network mask associated with the IP address above.
Channel This shows the wireless channel currently used. Security The current security setting for Wireless connections. Signal Strength This shows the strength of the signal. Streaming (1~3) Video Format It displays the current format of video. Resolution The image size of the video stream. Video Quality This displays the image quality of the video stream. Frame Rate This displays the frame rate of the video stream. Buttons Refresh Update the log and any other data on screen.
Log Screen This screen displays a log of system activity. . Figure 34: Log Screen Data - Log Screen Log System Log This is a log of system activity. Refresh Button Click this to update the data shown on screen. Clear Log Click this button to restart the log. Enable Syslog Service Check the box to enable the System Log Server feature. Syslog Server Address Enter the address of the Syslog Server.
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 7 This chapter covers the most likely problems and their solutions. Overview This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the iCamera2 and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the iCamera2 still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice. Problems Problem 1: I can't connect to the iCamera2 with my Web Browser to configure it.
Problem 5 The motion detection feature doesn't send me any E-mail. Solution 5 It may be that the SMTP (Simple Mail Transport Protocol) server used by the camera to send the E-Mail will not accept mail. (This is to prevent span being sent from the server.). Try using a different SMTP server, or contact your ISP to see if SMTP access is being blocked. Problem 6 Using the motion detection feature, I receive E-Mails which don't show any moving objects.
Appendix A Specifications iCamera2 Model iCamera2 Dimensions 76.8mm (W) x 76.8mm (H) x 32.7mm (D) (without stand) Operating Temperature 0° C to 45° C Video compression H.
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IC Approvals CAN-ICES-3 (B)/ NMB-3(B) This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-210 d'Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
