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Do not turn the power on at this time.
You must then assign your computer an IP address so it can talk easily to the camera.
On a PC:
1.
Open the Control Panel and double click on “Network Connections” then right click on your “Local Area
Network” connection, and click Properties. Be sure to select the Network icon that corresponds to where you have
plugged the camera in to – so this would not be listed as a Wireless, Wi‐Fi or Bluetooth Network.
2.
Select “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” then click Properties.
3.
Take note of your current TCP/IP Settings and then click on “Use the following IP settings”
4.
In the “IP Address” Field type in the number 192.168.168.20
5.
In the “Subnet Mask” type in 255.255.255.0
6. In the “Default Gateway” type 192.168.168.1 or leave it blank(The camera will automatically assign itself this
IP address when no DHCP server is present)
7.
Leave DNS server settings blank.
8. Click “OK” then “Close” to apply these settings.
9.
Turn the power on to the camera.
10.
The Connectivity Status indicator on the front of the camera will light up.
You can now proceed to the Software Installation section.
On a Mac:
1.
Open “System Preferences” from the dock, and then select “Network” to edit your network settings. As
the Y‐cam is connected to your Mac using a cable we must choose the “Built‐in‐Ethernet” option. Select
“Built‐in Ethernet” and click the “Configure” button. Make a note of your current TCP/IP Settings.
2.
Select “Manually” from the IPv4 drop‐down box at the top of the dialog, and then enter these settings:
IP Address: 192.168.168.20
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Router/Default Gateway: 192.168.168.1 or leave it blan k
DNS Servers: Leave blank, not important at this stage.
Search domains: Optional, leave blank, not important.
3. The click “Apply Now”.
4.
Turn the power on to the camera.
5.
The Connectivity Status indicator on the front of the camera will light up.
You can now proceed to the Software Installation section.
Appendix G: Burglar Alarm system integration with digital I/O
The outdoor cameras have additional connectors to help with int egration of the cameras into a complete burglar
alarm system.
Typically this type of wiring is carried out by a professional security system installer. If you are not familia r with the
terminology used here, please do not attempt to connect anything to this terminal block. Damage caused by
improper wiring is not covered by warranty.
When the camera senses motion, and if the digital output is set to “Enable” in the camera’s “Digital I/O Setup” menu, it