EDN228 Manual

EDN228 Mini Dome Network Camera
2-Megapixel & WDR
User’s Manual
Copyright © EverFocus Electronics Corp,
Release Date: November, 2014
Copyright  1995 - 2014 EverFocus Electronics Corp.
All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by
any means without written permission of the EverFocus Electronics Corporation.
EverFocus
12F-1, No.79, Sec. 1, Shin-Tai Wu Road,
Hsi-Chih, New Taipei City, Taiwan
TEL: +886 2 2698 2334
FAX: +886 2 2698 3943
www.everfocus.com.tw
November, 2014
About this document
All the safety and operating instructions should be read and followed before the unit is operated. This
manual should be retained for future reference. The information in this manual was current when
published. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise and improve its products. All specifications are
therefore subject to change without notice.
Regulatory Notices
FCC Notice "Declaration of Conformity Information"
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the 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. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning: Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by EverFocus or
parties authorized by EverFocus could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC 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.
EverFocus Electronics Corp.
12F-1, No. 79, Sec. 1, Shin-Tai Wu Rd.,
Hsi-Chi, New Taipei City, Taiwan, R.O.C.
EDN228 camera complies with CE and FCC.
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Precautions
1. Do not install the camera near electric or magnetic fields.
Install the camera away from TV/radio transmitters, magnets, electric motors, transformers and
audio speakers since the electromagnetic fields generated from these devices may distort the video
image or otherwise interfere with camera operation.
2. Never disassemble the camera beyond the recommendations in this manual nor introduce
materials other than those recommended herein.
Improper disassembly or introduction of corrosive materials may result in equipment failure or other
damage.
3. Try to avoid facing the camera toward the sun.
In some circumstances, direct sunlight may cause permanent damage to the sensor and/or internal
circuits, as well as creating unbalanced illumination beyond the capability of the camera to
compensate.
4. Keep the power cord away from water and other liquids and never touch the power cord with wet
hands.
Touching a wet power cord with your hands or touching the power cord with wet hands may result in
electric shock.
5. Never install the camera in areas exposed to oil, gas or solvents.
Oil, gas or solvents may result in equipment failure, electric shock or, in extreme cases, fire.
6. Cleaning
For cameras with interchangeable lenses, do not touch the surface of the sensor directly with the
hands. Use lens tissue or a cotton tipped applicator and ethanol to clean the sensor and the camera
lens. Use a damp soft cloth to remove any dirt from the camera body. Please do not use complex
solvents, corrosive or abrasive agents for cleaning of any part of the camera.
7. Do not operate the camera beyond the specified temperature, humidity or power source ratings.
Use the camera at temperatures within -10°C ~ 50°C / -14°F~122°F, and humidity between 20% and
80%; this device is not rated as submersible. The input power source is 12 VDC / PoE. Be sure to
connect the proper + / - polarity and voltage, as incorrect polarity or too high a voltage will likely
cause the camera to fail, and such damage is not covered by the warranty. The use of properly fused
or Class 3 power limited type supplies is highly recommended.
8. Mounting
Use care in selecting a solid mounting surface which will support the weight of the camera plus any
wind, snow, ice or other loading, and securely attach the camera to the mounting surface using
screws and anchors which will properly support the camera. If necessary (e.g. when mounting to
drop ceilings) use a safety wire to provide additional support for the camera.
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CONTENTS
1. Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 1
2. Physical Description .................................................................................................................... 2
2.1 Dimensions .......................................................................................................................................... 3
3. Features ......................................................................................................................................... 3
4. Installation .................................................................................................................................... 4
4.1 Packing List........................................................................................................................................... 4
4.2 Basic Installation .................................................................................................................................. 4
5. Accessing the User Interface ...................................................................................................... 7
5.1 Checking the Dynamic IP Address........................................................................................................ 7
5.2 Settings for Microsoft Internet Explorer .............................................................................................. 9
5.3 Connecting the Camera to the Network............................................................................................ 11
5.4 Live View Window.............................................................................................................................. 13
6. Playback ...................................................................................................................................... 16
6.1 Remote Playback Using Playback Page .............................................................................................. 16
6.2 Setting Up the Playback Function ...................................................................................................... 19
6.2.1
Inserting / Removing the micro SD Card .............................................................................. 19
6.2.2 Testing the Playback Function .................................................................................................. 20
6.3 Playing Back Using ARV Viewer ......................................................................................................... 22
7. Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 24
7.1 System Settings .................................................................................................................................. 25
7.1.1
Network ............................................................................................................................... 25
7.1.2
Date / Time .......................................................................................................................... 32
7.1.3
Storage ................................................................................................................................. 33
7.1.4
Display and Overlay.............................................................................................................. 35
7.1.5
System Maintenance............................................................................................................ 37
7.1.6
System Information .............................................................................................................. 40
7.1.7
User ...................................................................................................................................... 41
7.1.8
Black /White List .................................................................................................................. 43
7.2 Camera Settings ................................................................................................................................. 44
7.2.1 Streaming ............................................................................................................................. 44
7.2.2 Profile ................................................................................................................................... 47
7.2.3 Camera ................................................................................................................................. 49
7.2.4 Schedule ............................................................................................................................... 52
7.2.5 Image.................................................................................................................................... 53
7.3 Event Settings .................................................................................................................................... 55
7.3.1 Event Wizard ........................................................................................................................ 55
7.3.2 Event .................................................................................................................................... 56
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7.3.3 Notification .......................................................................................................................... 60
7.4 Link to Smart Phone App ................................................................................................................... 63
8. Upgrading Firmware Using IP Utility ....................................................................................... 64
9. Specifications ............................................................................................................................. 66
10. Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................... 68
Appendix ............................................................................................................................................ 71
A. Tested Card Brands ............................................................................................................................ 71
B. Enabling the Multicast Function ........................................................................................................ 72
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1. Introduction
The EDN228 is a 2-megapixel mini dome IP camera, providing 30 fps at 1920 x 1080 viewing resolution. The
camera supports dual streams from H.264 & MJPEG video compression formats. The camera has a built-in
micro SDHC card slot, providing local recording when the event was triggered. Power over Ethernet (IEEE
802.3af) supplies power to the camera via the network for easy installation with only one cable,
eliminating the need for power cables and reducing installation costs. EDN228 conforms to ONVIF / PSIA
for compatibility with other network video devices – even from other manufacturers. You can also use
EverFocus Mobile Applications to remotely view the live views of the cameras through your handheld
devices; or use EverFocus CMS to remotely manage multiple IP devices connected on the network.
System Requirement
Before installing, please check that your computer meets these system requirements.
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Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP / Vista (32-bit) / 7 (32-bit)

Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 or above
Note: For using the Internet Explorer, some settings are required. Please refer to 5.2 Settings for
Microsoft Internet Explorer.
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EDN228 2. Physical Description NO. Item Name Descriptions 1 Fix Screws Used to adjust lens. 2 Lens Fixed lens. 3 12 VDCable Used to connect to a 12 VDC power supply. 4 RJ‐45 Connector Cable Used to connect to a LAN / PoE cable. 5 Micro SDHC / SDXC Card Slot Insert a micro SDHC / SDXC card here. 6 Reset Button Press the button to reset the camera. Cable Connection Cable Name Power Cable Power Adapter Pigtail Description Connects to the 12 VDC power source. You can optionally use the supplied Power Adapter Pigtail or a power adapter. Connects one end to the Power Cable, and the other end to the 12 VDC power source (black wire to ground end; red to positive end). 2
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2.1 Dimensions
3.
Features
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1/2.8” HD color CMOS image sensor delivers high resolution, and supports both H.264, MPEG-4
and M-JPEG in full frame rate
Wide dynamic range
Provides true day / night functionality with automatic IR filter operation
Multi profiles settings for allows choice of image quality to fit the environment
High performance noise filter improves image quality
IDual power capability PoE or 12 VDC for flexible installation
Supports live monitoring of video from mobile devices via MobileFocus / MobileFocus Plus apps
(iOS and Android)
ONVIF / PSIA compliant
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4. Installation
4.1
Packing List
Please check that there is no missing item in the package before installing.
• Camera x 1
• Screw with Washer x 3
• Screw Anchor x 3
• Hexagon Wrench x 1
• Power Adapter Pigtail x 1
• Cable Gland and Screw Cap x 1
(with one conduit on the inner stopper)
• Sticker x 1
• Waterproof Ring x 1
• Software CD x 1
• Quick Installation Guide x 1
Note:
1. Equipment configurations and supplied accessories vary by country. Please consult your local
EverFocus office or agents for more information. Please also keep the shipping carton for possible
future use.
2. Contact the shipper if any items appear to have been damaged in the shipping process.
4.2
Basic Installation
1.
Before screwing the camera to the wall, stick the Sticker on the wall / ceiling to mark the position
for installation. Drill three holes on the wall / ceiling according to the supplied Sticker and push the
supplied three Anchors into the three holes on the wall / ceiling.
2.
Unscrew the camera cover and screw the camera base to the ceiling / wall by using the supplied
three Screws with Washers.
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3.
Loosen two Set Screws to adjust the lens.
4.
Optionally insert the micro SDHC / SDXC card.
5.
Connect the LAN / PoE cable to the camera.
a. Remove the Screw Cap from the Cable Gland.
b.
Insert a RJ-45 network cable (without the RJ-45 connector on the one end) through the Cable
Gland and Screw Cap.
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c.
Place the Waterproof Ring into the LAN / PoE cable. Connect the RJ-45 cable to the RJ-45
Connector Cable. Tightly screw the Cable Gland and Screw Cap to the RJ-45 Connector Cable.
6.
Optionally connect the camera to the 12 VDC power source using the supplied Power Adapter
Pigtail or a power adapter.
7.
Screw back the camera cover to the camera base.
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5.
Accessing the User Interface
This section explains how to access the Web interface of the camera for configuration.
5.1
Checking the Dynamic IP Address
You can look up the IP address and access the Web interface of the camera using the IP Utility (IPU)
software included in the software CD or from the Website of EverFocus (click here to download).
Please connect the IP camera in the same LAN of your computer.
1.
Save IP Utility Setup AutoRun.exe
in your computer. Double click the .exe file and follow
the on-screen instructions. Check Run IPUtility.exe and click the Finish button, the IP Utility will
be launched to search the IP devices connected in the same LAN automatically.
2.
To access to the Live View window, double click the IP address of the desired device, the login
window pops up. Type the user ID and password to log in. By default, the user ID is user1 and the
password is 11111111.
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3.
Click OK, the Live View window appears.
Note:
1. You might be required to download ActiveX for viewing the camera feed. If asked, click Yes.
2. To enable Remote Live View, Firmware Upgrade and ActiveX Prompt on Internet Explorer,
some settings have to be complete. Please refer to 5.2 Settings for Microsoft Internet
Explorer in the User’s Manual.
4.
To optionally configure the Machine Name, IP Address, IP Type or Port Number using the IPU:
a.
Log in the camera by checking the desired model and then click the Log in
Log in dialog box appears.
icon. The
b.
Type the Username and Password. Click the OK button, the Login status displays.
Note:
1. The default user ID is user1 and the default password is 11111111.
2. If you select more than one camera that has the same user ID / password, you will be
able to log in several cameras at once.
c.
Right click the column to configure the settings. Click the Apply Changes
button to
apply and save the settings.
Note:
1. Most networks uses DHCP to assign IP address, if you are unsure of your network
settings, please consult your network administrators for configuration details.
2. If you want to set up PPPoE, please refer to 6.1.1 Network.
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5.2
Settings for Microsoft Internet Explorer
To enable Remote Live View, Firmware Upgrade and ActiveX Prompt on Internet Explorer, some
settings have to be complete. Please follow the steps below:
1. On the computer, click Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Action Center (click Change
User Account Control Settings), the User Account Control Settings window appears. Adjust the
slide bar to Never Notify and then click OK. Restart your computer if requested.
2. Open the Internet Explore, click Tools > Internet Options > Security Tab > Custom Level, the
Security Settings windows appears.
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3.
In the Download unsigned ActiveX controls field, select Prompt. In the Include local directory
path when uploading files to a server field, select Enable. Click OK.
4.
In the Internet Options window, click the Advanced tab and then disable Enable memory
protection to help mitigate online attacks. Click OK.
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5.3 Connecting the Camera to the Network
There are three methods to connect the IP camera to the network: Router or LAN Connection, Direct
High-Speed Connection and One-to-One Connection.
Router or LAN connection
This is the most common connection in which the IP camera is connected to a router and allows
multiple users on and off site to see the IP camera on a LAN/WAN (Internet). The camera must be
assigned an IP address that is compatible with its LAN. By setting up port forwarding on the router, you
can remotely access the cameras from outside of the LAN via the Internet. To remotely access the Web
interface of the IP camera, please refer to 6.1.1 DDNS. To set up port forwarding, please consult the
manual of the router.
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Direct High-Speed Connection
In a Direct High-Speed Connection, the camera connects directly to a modem without the need for a
router. You need to set the static or dynamic WAN IP address assigned by your ISP (Internet Service
Provider) in the camera’s configuration web pages. To access the camera, just type
“http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx”, where xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx is the IP address given by your ISP. If you have a dynamic
IP address, this connection may require that you use DDNS for a reliable connection. Please refer to
6.1.1 DDNS.
One-to-One Connection (Directly from PC to IP Camera)
You can connect directly without using a switch, router or modem. However, only the PC connected to
the camera will be able to view the IP camera. You will also have to manually assign a compatible IP
address to both the computer and the IP camera. Unless the PC has another network connection, the IP
camera will be the only network device visible to the PC. See the diagram below:
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5.4
Live View Window
1. Live View
Click the Live View button to display the Live View window. If you experience video feed lag time (if
connected via Internet), you can reduce the resolution or limit the number of streams. See 6.2.1
Streaming.
2. Playback
Click the Playback button to play back the recorded data directly from the on-camera micro SD /
SDHC card. For this function to become active, you have to insert a micro SD / SDHC card into the
micro SD / SDHC card slot on the camera (see 6.2 Setting up the Playback Function). For the tested
card brands, please refer to Appendix A.
3. Snapshot
Click the Snapshot button to take a snapshot. By default, the snapshot will be saved at
C:\EverFocus\. To change the location, see Record to Local in 7.1.3 Storage.
Note: For Microsoft IE10 and above users, some settings have to be complete to enable this
function (see B. Snapshot/Record error message in 10. Troubleshooting).
4. Record
Click the Record button to start / stop recording the current video stream. By default, this icon is
only for one-minute video recording and the recordings will be saved at C:\EverFocus\. To change
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the recording time, see File Size in 7.1.3 Storage. To change the location, see Record to Local in 7.1.3
Storage. To record long-period recordings, please set up a recording schedule (7.3.2 Schedule
Settings). To change the source video stream and recording format, see Recording and Snapshot
Settings in 7.1.3 Storage.
5. Setting
Click the Setting button to enter the Settings page (see 7. Settings).
6. Wizard
Click the Wizard button to enter the Setup Wizard.
7. Hallway Display (9:16): Click the Rotate button
to rotate the live image. This function
allows users to monitor vertically-oriented areas such as hallway, corridors and aisles.
Note: To achieve the best 9:16 display effect, it’s recommended to:
1. Install the camera sideways by rotating the camera to the left or right by 90°.
2.
3.
Select a 16:9 View Size (e.g. 1920x1080 / 1024x768).
Use the Rotate button.
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8. Video Stream
Select the Video Stream (Stream 1 and Stream 2) that will be displayed in the live view window on
the bottom. (see 7.2.1 Streaming). The default setting is Stream 1 only. If extra streams required,
EverFocus can customize the settings.
9. View Size
Use this to select the appropriate view size and shape of the live view window on the bottom. A
smaller size might increase transmission speed and video quality.
10. Language
Click the Language drop-down list to select the desired language.
11. Digital Zoom
Click the zoom in / zoom out buttons or roll the mouse wheel to zoom in / out the camera live view.
Click the Home button to go back to the home position.
Marquee Mode: Select this mode to drag around a portion of the live view window you want to
zoom into with your mouse.
Normal Mode: Select this mode to set the zoom level in the magnified window. Clicking on the
magnified image will re-center the image around that point.
12. Status Display (info line that can be placed above video box or at bottom of page)
This shows the name of the camera that is currently active or being configured, current date/time
and current frame rate. You can activate these info displays in the Overlay Text Settings (see 7.1.4
Display and Overlay).
13. Event signal icons (above video screen)
When a motion event is triggered, a signal icon will appear at the top right of the Live View window
to alert the user.
Alarm event icon
: When an alarm is triggered, this icon appears.
Motion detection icons
: The colors of these motion event icons correspond to the
colors of the motion trigger areas you have configured in the Motion Settings (see 7.3.2 Event).
Recording icon
: When the camera is recording to a PC-based folder, this icon appears.
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6.
Playback
You can remotely play back the recordings stored in the on-camera micro SD card on the Web interface, or
play back the recordings stored in the computer using the ARV Viewer included in the software CD.
Playback is designed as a quick way to check recent recordings that were triggered by Events that were
configured to “Record to micro SD Card” in the Event Management (see 7.3.2 Event).
Note: The Playback page is only accessible once the on-camera micro SD card is inserted and active.
Please refer to Appendix A for the tested card brands.
6.1
Remote Playback Using Playback Page
On the Live View Window, click the Playback button
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Search by File: Click the Search button to search for all recording files on the on-camera micro SD
card. Search results will be displayed in the Filename area.
Search by Time: Click the Date / Time column and select the date and time from which you want to
search until the present moment. Click Search to get your search results, which will be displayed in
the Filename area.
Search by Event: Select the type of Event recordings you want to search for (Alarm, Motion, Manual
Trigger) and then click the Start Date / Time; End Date / Time column to select the Start Time
date/time and the End Time date/time of your search. Click Search to get your search results, which
will be displayed in the Filename area.
Multiple Files: Check this box if you want the video player to play all the files in the selected folder.
The files will be displayed in the Filename area.
Loop Again: Check this box if you want the video player to play the selected file over and over again.
Play: Once you have opened the file’s folder and have clicked on the file to highlight it, its details
will be displayed in the File Information area. You can now click Play
Pause: Click
Stop: Click
Snapshot: Click
Zoom In: Click
Zoom Out: Click
to pause playing back.
to stop playing back.
to take a snapshot.
to zoom in.
to zoom out.
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Filename: This area will display a list of search results (recording files and folders). Folders (named
with the recorded date) will be displayed first. Click on the folder and click on each subfolder until
the recording files (.arv) in that folder is listed.
File Information: Click a file on the Filename list, the selected file information will be listed.
Copy: Click to copy the selected file to the computer-based folder of your choice. A browsing box
will open so that you can search for the folder of your choice. You can use the ARV Viewer to play
back the recordings recorded in your computer. For details on ARV Viewer, see 6.3 Playing Back
Using ARV Viewer.
Lock: Click to lock the selected file. This will protect that file from being overwritten during any
overwrite procedure. The file will thus be saved on the micro SD card indefinitely. However, the file
will still be deleted if the micro SD card is ever formatted.
Remove: Click to delete the selected file.
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6.2
Setting Up the Playback Function
Note that the Playback function will not be activated until the user has inserted a micro SD card in the
camera’s micro SD card slot. The card may also have to be formatted in the Secure Digital Card field (see
7.1.3 Storage). For the tested card brands, please refer to Appendix A.
6.2.1 Inserting / Removing the micro SD Card
1. To insert the micro SD card: Remove the camera cover and insert the micro SD card into the
micro SD card slot before powering on the camera.
2. To remove the micro SD card: Click the Remove button (Advanced tab > System Settings >
Storage > Secure Digital Card) when the camera is powered on, the micro SD card information
“micro SD card is not mounted” will display and the Remove button will change to Attach, and
then you may remove the micro SD card. If you want to insert the micro SD card again, insert
the micro SD card and then click the Attach button.
After inserting the micro SD card into the micro SD card slot, the Playback button on the Live
View page should be activated. If not, click the Refresh button for the camera to detect the micro
SD card. Then, the Playback button should be activated now.
NOTE: For the first-time user, click the Format button to format the card. All data on the disk
will be deleted if the Format button is clicked.
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6.2.2
Testing the Playback Function
1. To test the Playback function (this is not required), set up a “Manual Trigger” Recording
Event by clicking Event Settings > Event.
2. Give the event a name, like “1”.
3. In the “Event Triggered Type” field, click on Manual Trigger.
4. Below this, check “Enable This Event”, “Enable Post-trigger Buffer”, and “Record to micro SD
Card”. For Alarm Input, Manual Trigger, and Tampering Detection trigger types, multiple
events can be created on the Event List but only one event can be enabled. For example, if
you create three Alarm Input trigger events, only one event under this trigger type can be
enabled. The option of Enable This Event for the rest of two Alarm Input events will be
grayed out and display ‘’This Trigger Type has already been enabled.’’ To enable another
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5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
event under the same type, uncheck to disable the event first and check the desired event.
To save your settings, click the Create button, and the Event will be listed in the Event List.
Look at the “Post-trigger Buffer” at the bottom to make sure the buffer time is set to 10
seconds. Click the Apply button.
Click the LiveView button to go back to the Live View page.
Get ready to click the Trigger Event button on the Live View page. Before you do, see if you
can find something in the view screen that will give you a visual time marker. For instance, if
you can get your hand in front of the camera’s lens, get ready to count down on your fingers.
Click the Trigger Event button and slowly count down on your fingers in front of the lens (if
you are able to do so – if not, try to find visual cues on the view screen that will help you to
mark the moment you pushed the trigger). The recording period will be as long as the buffer
time you selected – the default period is 10 seconds.
Click the Playback button to open the Playback page.
There are different ways to search for recording files on the camera’s micro SD card (i.e. the
Playback memory). For a recent recording like your test event, simply click the “Search”
button under the “Show All Files on micro SD Card” header.
If the micro SD card is active and formatted correctly, the recording folder’s name (the
recording day’s date) will appear in the Filename area. Click on this folder to open it. If there
are sub-folders, click on the bottom one (the most recent would be at the bottom) until you
can click on a file that cannot open to another sub-level and shows data in the File
Information area to the right. This would be the file of the most recent recording event.
To play this file, click the Play button below the video box. The test footage you have
recorded should start playing. Play time should be 10 seconds if you left the Post-trigger
Buffer as 10 seconds.
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6.3
Playing Back Using ARV Viewer
You can play back the recordings stored in the computer using the ARV Viewer
included in
the software CD. To store the recordings in the computer, please refer to Copy in 6.1 Remote Playback
Using Playback Page.
No
1
2
3
Item Name
Snapshot
Load File
Convert ARV to AVI
4
Ceiling Mount
5
Desk Mount
6
Wall Mount
7
8
9
10
Fisheye View
Single View
Quad View
Dual 180 Degree
Descriptions
Click to take and save a snapshot.
Click to load the recordings for playing back.
Convert the recording from ARV format to AVI format.
Click to enable the Ceiling Mount view modes on the right-side bar.
Please refer to the View Mode Table below for more details.
Click to enable the Desk Mount view modes on the right-side bar.
Please refer to the View Mode Table below for more details.
Click to enable the Wall Mount view modes on the right-side bar.
Please refer to the View Mode Table below for more details.
Click to display fisheye view.
Click to display single view.
Click to display quad view.
Click to display dual 180 degree view.
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11 360 Degree
Click to display 360 degree view.
12 Wall 180 Degree
Click to display 180 degree view.
13 Playback Time
Display the playback time.
14 Total Time of Recording Display the total time of the recording.
15 Stop
Click to stop playing the recording.
16 Step Reverse
Click to display the previous frame.
17 Play
Click to play back the recording.
18 Pause
Click to pause the recording.
19 Step Forward
Click to display the next frame.
Note: No. 4 – 6 and No. 7 -12 are only available for Fisheye cameras.
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7.
Settings
Click the Setting
button on the Live View Window to enter the setting submenu. There are two
tabs: Basic and Advanced on the left-side bar. You can set up the basic camera settings in the Basic tab. To
further set up comprehensive camera settings, click the Advanced tab, which includes all the settings to be
configured. The chapters below describe the detailed information of the Advanced tab.
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7.1
System Settings
7.1.1 Network
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【Protocol Settings】You can transmit the data stream from the IP cameras using the RTSP (Real Time
Streaming Protocol) on the network. The RTSP is a protocol that allows you to access video streams
by using the compatible media players. Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the
changes and return to the previous settings.
 RTP over UDP: The RTSP protocol uses UDP for camera data stream transmission.
 RTP over TCP: The RTSP protocol uses TCP for camera data stream transmission.
 RTP over HTTP: The RTSP protocol uses HTTP for camera data stream transmission.
 CGI: use CGI for camera data stream transmission.
【IP Settings】Enter the IPv4 / IPv6 details in this area, which applies to your system. Click Apply to
apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
 IPv4:
IP Mode: Refer to the network administrator for these settings of the server. Default: DHCP.
• DHCP: This setting lets the system use an automatically assigned (dynamic) IP address. This
address can change under certain circumstances. For instance, when the camera’s network
switch/hub has to be rebooted. Do not assign to the DHCP server the same IP addresses used
for the other network cameras and PCs with unique IP addresses.
• Static IP: The user can manually set the Static IP address. This type of address is stable and
cannot change, but the user has to make sure there are no address conflicts with other
network-connected devices.
• PPPoE: This is a DSL-connection application. The ISP will ask the user to input a username and
password. Contact your ISP for these details.
IP address: When DHCP is not used, the user needs to manually enter the IP address of the
camera. Do not enter an IP address that is already used for your computer or other network
cameras.
Subnet Mask: This field is used to set the subnet mask for your network, so that the IP camera
will be recognized within the network. Example: 255.255.255.0. When DHCP is selected, the
DHCP server will assign this value automatically.
Gateway: This field is used to set the gateway for your network so that the IP camera will be
recognized within the network. When DHCP is selected, the DHCP server will assign this value
automatically.
Primary DNS: Enter the IP address of the DNS server if this is provided by an ISP.
Secondary DNS: If your ISP provided you with a secondary DNS address, please enter it here.
Username: Enter the account’s username (used only for PPPoE).
Password: Used only for PPPoE.
 IPv6: Enter the IPv6 details in this area, if this applies to your system.
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【Port Settings】Enter the HTTP, HTTPS and RTSP port numbers. Check the Enable UPnP Port
Forwarding box to enable the UPnP function. Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel
the changes and return to the previous settings.
Promoted by the UPnP Forum (Universal Plug and Play), the UPnP is a networking architecture
providing compatibility among networked devices listed in the networked device table. Enable the
UPnP function means you can directly connect the cameras listed in the networked device table by
clicking on them.
Note:
1. For the UPnP function to work, an UPnP-enabled router is required.
2. The UPnP function may fail owing to the compatibility between the camera and the router.
【Multicast Settings】Enable if required, fill in the setting options and click Apply to save. For more
details, please refer to Appendix Enabling the Multicast Function.
Enable Multicast: Check the box to enable the Multicast function.
Multicast IP: Fill in the multicast IP address. IP addresses in the range of 224.0.0.0 through
239.255.255.255 are reserved for multicasting. For devices, you can use 225.x.x.x - 232.x.x.x and
234.x.x.x - 238.x.x.x. Click here for more details.
Port: Change the port number if necessary. The port number has set to 50000 by default.
Time to Live: Input a Time-To-Live (TTL) value. The TTL value specifies the number of routers (hops)
that multicast traffic is permitted to pass through before expiring on the network.
【DDNS Settings】This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name
System) is a service used to map a domain name to the dynamic IP address of a network device. You
can set up the DDNS service for remote access to the IP camera. DDNS assigns a domain name (URL)
to the IP camera, so that the user does not need to go through the trouble of checking if the IP
address assigned by DHCP Server has changed. Once the IP is changed, the IP camera will
automatically update the information to the DDNS to ensure it is always available for remote access.
Before enabling the following DDNS function, user should have applied for a host name from the
DDS service provider’s website. We support these four DDNS server providers:
www.everfocusddns.com, www.sitelutions.com, www.dyndns.com, and www.no-ip.com
Note: We highly recommend that you use xxxx.everfocusddns.com for the simplicity of setting up
your IP cameras.
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Enable Service ISP: Check this box to enable the DDNS function. You can either apply for a host
name from EverFocus or other DDNS server providers.
• From EverFocus: If you choose the EverFocus DDNS server, you can obtain a free host name
from EverFocus. To obtain a free host name from EverFocus, type a desired host name in the
textbox, click the Register / Update button, and then click the Apply button.
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From other DDNS server providers: To obtain a domain name from one of the three DDNS
server providers, you have to register your name with the provider first, and then select the
provider and fill in the required information. Please refer to the specific DDNS company’s
website for further information.
Record ID: Type the record ID if provided by the DDNS server provider.
FQDN: Type the fully qualified domain name applied from the DDNS server provider. For
example, xxxx.dyndns.com
Username / Password: Type the login account of your DDNS server provider.
Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous
settings.
Note:
1. In order to support the full functionality of the camera, you must open the port numbers (80,
554, 443) on the router for remote access to the IP camera. This function is available on most
routers in the market and is often known as “Port Forwarding”. To set up Port Forwarding,
please consult the manual of the router.
2. In certain router models, it is possible that you will not be able to access the camera using
DDNS while inside the router’s network. Please try using a PC located outside of your router’s
network.
Default Ports on All EverFocus IP Cameras:
HTTP: 80
RTSP: 554
HTTPS: 443
【HTTPS Settings】This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. Hypertext Transfer Protocol
Secure (HTTPS) is a combination of the Hypertext Transfer Protocol and the SSL/TLS protocol that
provides encrypted communication and secure identification of a network web server. Before using
the HTTPS function for communication with the IP camera, a Certificate must be created first. There
are two ways to create and install a certificate: Self-Signed Certificated and Certificate Request.
Self-Signed Certificated
Please note that even though self-signed certificates are free and offer some protection, true
security is only implemented after the installation of a signed certificate issued by a certificate
authority.
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1. Select Self-Signed Certificated and fill in the following information.
2. Click the Apply button. The subject line will be displayed in the Install Certificated Info field.
3. Click the Property button, a pop-up window appears to display the details of the certificate.
4. To optionally create and install other certificates, remove the existing one by clicking the
Remove button to erase the certificate.
5. On the Web page, change the address from “http://” to https:// in the address bar and press
Enter on the keyboard. Some Security Alert dialogs will pop up. Click OK or Yes to enable HTTPS.
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Create Certificate Request
You can apply for an official certificate from an issuing Certificate Authority.
1. Select Certificate Request and fill in the following information.
2. Type the required Certificate information and then click the Apply button. The subject line will
be displayed in the Created Request field
3. Click the Property button, a pop-up window appears to display the details of the certificate.
4. To optionally create and install other certificates or request, remove the existing one by clicking
the Remove button to erase the certificate or request.
5. Copy the contents of the Certificate request (in PEM format) and paste it to the certificate
request field on the Web page of the 3rd-party certification authority such as Symantec VeriSign.
Wait for the certificate authority to issue an SSL/TLS certificate and then download the issued
certificate on your computer.
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6. In the Install Signed Certificated field, click the Browse button to search for the issued certificate,
and then click the Upload button to import the certificate. Once the certificate has been
uploaded, this field will show the subject line of the certificate.
【QoS Settings】This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab used to set up the priority of
package transimission. Adjust the value from 0 – 64 for Live video, Live audio, Event/Alarm and
Management. The higher the value, the higher the priority. Click Apply to save the changes.
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7.1.2 Date / Time
You can set up the system’s time on this page.
【Date/Time Format Settings】Select the desired Date / Time format and then click the Apply
button. To enable displaying the date and time information on the Live View Window, you have to
check the Date/Time box in the Overlay Text Settings (see 7.1.4 Display and Overlay).
【Date/Time Settings】
 Date:
Set the date by clicking the calendar. Click Apply to save the setting.
 Time: Click time to set desired hour and minute. Click Apply to save the setting.
 NTP: Enter the Network Time Protocol server, if applicable. The camera’s time will be
automatically adjusted by synchronizing with the NTP server. Click Apply to save the setting.
【Time Zone Setting】Set the time zone of the camera’s location. Click Apply to apply the changes
or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
【Daylight Savings Time Settings】Click Enable Daylight Saving to enable this schedule, and select
the dates when the region’s daylight saving period begins and ends. Click Apply to apply the
changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
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7.1.3 Storage
You can configure the recording path / format, source video stream and micro SD card settings on
this page.
【Record to Local】This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. You can configure the
storage path for storing the recordings / snapshot on your PC.
 Export Folder: Type the storage path for storing the recordings / snapshot.
 File size: The user can limit the size of each recorded file here (in minutes). Once you click the
Record button on the Live View window, the camera will start recording the live stream to your
computer. When a single recording file exceeds the time you set, the system will create a new
file to save that data to.
 Enable Overwrite: Check the box for overwriting recording/snapshot file when the disk storage
capacity is full. The user can set the storage capacity limitation in the in-sentence box below
the Enable Overwrite setting: “If the remaining hard disk capacity is less than ____ MB
(50~2000),… “
Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous
settings.
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【Secure Digital Card】
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Notification: Select the percentage of storage space that should be left on the card before the
camera notifies you of the impending storage shortage or overwrite.
Event Recording: Select the location where you want the camera to send the impending
storage shortage text notification to.
FTP Back Up Only: Select to send the impending storage shortage text notification to the FTP
server entered in the FTP Repository Settings (see 7.3.3 Notification).
Event Recording: Select to send the impending storage shortage text notification to the
checked locations in the Event Management (see 7.3.2 Event).
Both: Select to send the impending storage shortage text notification to the FTP or the
selected locations in the Event Management (see 7.3.2 Event).
 Enable Overwrite: Check the box for overwriting files when the micro SD card is full.
 Micro SD Card Information: If a micro SD card has been inserted to the micro SD card slot of
the camera, the micro SD card information will be displayed in this field.
 Remove: Click before removing the card from the system (6.2.1 Inserting / Removing the micro
SD Card).
 Format: For the first-time user, click to format the card. All data saved on the micro SD card will
be removed if the card is formatted (6.2.1 Inserting / Removing the micro SD Card).
 Refresh: Click the button when the micro SD card is not detected.
Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous
settings.
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【Recording and Snapshot Settings】Select the desired video stream and recording format. The
video stream can be configured in 7.2.1 Streaming. Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to
cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
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7.1.4 Display and Overlay
You can configure the recording path / format, source video stream and micro SD card settings on
this page.
【Overlay Text Settings】Check the boxes to display the information on the Live View Window. The
information will only be displayed on the Live View Window and will not be displayed on the live
view video images nor snapshots. To change the foreground color of the text, directly click on the
box and then select a color. Select a position where you want the information to be displayed on the
Live Window. To change the Machine Name, see Machine Name in 7.1.5 System Maintenance. To
change the day and time setting, see 7.1.2 Date / Time. Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel
to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
【Video Overlay Settings】Check the boxes to enable displaying video title or date/time on the live
view video images. Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to
the previous settings.
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Show video title in video and snapshots: Check the box to enable displaying video title on the
live view video images and snapshots. To change the title, type a name in the Video Title
column.
 Enable Video OSD: Check the box to enable displaying date/time information on the live view
video images. Select the desired Date/Time format.
 Position: Select a position where you want the video title or date/time information to be
displayed on the live view video images.
【Live View Layout Settings】 Check the box if you want to show One Push button on the Live View
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Window. Uncheck this box to hide the buttons. Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel
the changes and return to the previous settings.
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7.1.5 System Maintenance
【Machine Name】If required, enter a new name for the machine. This name will be visible in the
Machine Name field of the IP Utility software, which is included in the software CD or from the
Website of EverFocus (click here to download. Please refer to 5. Accessing the User Interface). Click
Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
【Language Settings】Select the language to be displayed on the Web interface of the IP camera. The
default language is English.
To add a new language not listed in the current Language list, click the Browse button to locate the
new language file (.evb) on your computer and then click the Upload button. Updated language files
might be available on the manufacturer’s website. Contact your vendor if required.
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Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
Note: Uploading a new language file will cause the system to reboot automatically. Please create
a new network connection to the IP camera when the reboot is complete.
【Maintenance】
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Reboot: Click to reboot the unit without changing any of the settings. Use this function if the
unit is not behaving as expected.
Restore: Click to restart and reset most of the current settings to their factory default values.
The only settings that will not be changed to default are: IP Settings and DDNS Settings.
Initialize: This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. This button should be used
with caution. Clicking this button will return all of the camera's settings, including the IP
address, to the factory default values. The camera will then have to be reconfigured.
【Save Configuration Server】
Save: To make a backup file of the machine’s current configurations, click this button to save all the
configurations to a configuration file. This will enable the user to reload these configuration settings
if the settings are changed and there is unexpected behavior.
【Load Configuration Server】
Select Video to apply only the video parameters from the configuration file to the system. Select
Network to apply only the network parameters from the configuration file to the system. Select All to
apply all the parameters from the configuration file to the system.
Browse: Click the Browse button to locate the saved config. File.
Upload: Click the Upload button to restore the system based on the selected parameters (Video,
Network or All).
【Video Format】Select NTSC or PAL for your local scanning system. Click Apply to save the setting.
【Upgrade Firmware】This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. Click the Browse button
to find a previously prepared firmware upgrade file. Click the Upload button to install the new
firmware.
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Note:
1. Do not disconnect power to the unit during the upgrade sequence. The unit will reboot
automatically after the upgrade has completed (1-5 minutes).
2. During the upgrade process, all event recording actions will be stopped. Event recording
actions will resume after the camera is rebooted.
3. If the “File Error, Please re-login!!” warning message appears when upgrading the firmware,
please try the following instructions:
a. Go to Internet Explorer > Tools > Internet Option > Security > Custom.
b. Find and enable the Include local directory path when uploading files to a server.
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7.1.6 System Information
You can see the system information and log information displayed on this page.
【System Status】Displayed the system information. The values cannot be changed on this page. The
Uptime represents the period since the camera has been powered on. For example, up 3:08
represents the camera has been powered on for 3 hours and 8 minutes.
【System Log】Displayed the sequence number, date, time and event messages of the log event. The
log will display the last 256 log events. Click the Export Log button to export the system log event
list into a “.txt” file and select the location where the exported log file will be saved to. Click the
Clear Log to erase all the log data from the camera. The system will be required to reboot after
clicking the Clear Log button.
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7.1.7 User
The system administrator can create up to ten user accounts on this page.
【User Management】The system has automatically created ten user accounts.
To set up an user account:
1. Highlight a user account and its information will be displayed in the field below the account list.
2. Revise the account name, password and description. Select an authority level for the user account.
The deault setting is Supervisor when using user1 account to log in.
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Administrator: The only difference between a supervisor and administrator is that a
supervisor can edit an administrator’s account and password, but an administrator cannot edit
the supervisor’s account and password. The supervisor and administrators all have
unrestricted access to the Setting submenus and can determine the registration of all other
users.
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User: A user can not only view the live view but also view/configure the below camera
settings.
View
Configure
System Settings
Network
Network > Protocol Settings
Date/Time
Date/Time > Date/Time Format Settings
Storage > Record to Local
Storage > Record to Local
Display and Overlay > Overlay Text Settings
Display and Overlay > Overlay Text Settings
Display and Overlay > Video Overlay Time
Display and Overlay > Video Overlay Time
Stamp Settings
Stamp Settings
System Maintenance > Language Settings
System Maintenance > Language Settings
System Information
System Information > Export Log
Camera Settings
Streaming
Camera
Schedule
Image
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Guest: The lowest level of access, which only allows the user access to the live view page.
3. Select Active or Disable to active or disable the user account.
4. Click the Edit button to save the changes.
: The button is only activated when the number of list is less than ten. Enter the account
information and click the Create button, the new account will be listed in the account list.
: Highlight an account and then click the Remove button to remove the highlighted account.
: Highlight an account and enter the account information in the boxes below the account list.
Click the Edit button and the account will be edited.
: Click the button to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
: Click to enable micro SD card.
【Anonymous Settings】Check the box to allow the unauthorized persons to log in the camera. Click
Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
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7.1.8 Black /White List
Use this page to specify IP addresses that are allowed / denied to access this camera. By default,
any IP address can access the camera.
Note: The Allowed IP addresses only become relevant when the Denied items contain a
Network or Range, and the supervisor wants to allow one or more IP addresses within that
excluded range or network. In such a scenario, the user would enter the excluded range or
network for the Denied items, and enter the exceptions for the Allowed items.
IP Type: Select IPv4 or IPv6 from the drop-down list.
 Permission Type: Select Deny to deny the IP addresses configured below from accessing the
camera. The Allow option is only relevant if you’ve set up at least one Deny item configured
with Network or Range network rule from the Rule drop-down list.
 Rule: Select a network rule and then fill in the IP information in the below boxes.
• Single: Type a single IP address in the IP Address field below.
• Network: Type the IP address and subnet mask in the field below.
• Range: Type a range for the IP addresses.
 IP Address From: Type an IP address here.
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: Set up the IP information and click the Create button, the created IP information will be
listed in the Black/White list.
: Highlight an item in the list and then click the Remove button to remove the highlighted
item.
: Highlight an item in the list and set up the IP information in the boxes below the
Black/White list. Click the Edit button and the item will be edited.
: Click the button to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
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7.2
Camera Settings
You can configure camera related settings, such as video / audio, region of interest and privacy mask.
7.2.1 Streaming
【Stream Settings】This IP camera can output three video streams simultaneously. For each of these
streams, the user can set the compression format, resolution, bit rate, and frame rate individually.
Stream 1 is always enabled for live view. To enable/disable Stream1 or Stream2, check the Enable
Stream 1 / Enable Stream 2 box.
Note: If you connect to the camera via the Internet and experience a delay (lag time) in the video
feed, try to reduce the number of streams and the quality and resolution of the streams – but
keep the frame rate at its maximum.
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Format: Select the encoding format – H.264, MJPEG or MPEG4.
Resolution: Select the most suitable resolution for your needs.
Frame Rate: This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. Select from 1 to 30 fps.
Bit Rate: This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. If required, select whether you want
the stream to stream a Constant Bit Rate or a Variable Bit Rate, and set the values of whichever
option you choose.
Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
【Region of Interest Settings】This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. The Region of
Interest (ROI) function allows users to set up multiple regions within an image with better quality
and less distortion than the rest of the image. You can also use this function together with the Digital
Zoom function on the Live View window to get a better image result. Up to eight ROIs can be
configured in this field.
To set up an ROI region:
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Enabled the ROI Draw Tool and click the Draw button .
On the left-side live image, move the cursor to the position where you want the ROI rectangle
to start and then click. Move the cursor to the position (diagonally opposing corner) where
you want the ROI rectangle to end and then click.
Select a quality value for the ROI from the Quality drop-down list.
Click the Apply button to apply the settings, or click the Cancel button to reset without saving
the settings.
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【Privacy Mask Settings】This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. The Privacy Mask can
block out sensitive areas from view, covering the areas with colored or black and white boxes in both
live view and recorded clips. This feature is useful when users’ don’t want the sensitive information
visible. Up to four Privacy Masks can be configured.
To set up a Privacy Mask:
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Enabled the Privacy Mask Draw Tool.
From the Color drop-down list, select Color to make the masks appear as colored rectangles
on the screen; or select B/W to make the masks appear as gray rectangles on the screen.
Select a color if you select Color from the color drop-down list. Select a level of grayness if you
select B/W from the color drop-down list.
Check the Enable box to enable the configured privacy mask.
Click the Draw button
and move the cursor on the left-side live image.
Move the cursor to the position where you want the mask rectangle to start and then click.
Move the cursor to the position (diagonally opposing corner) where you want the mask
rectangle to end and then click.
Click the Apply button to apply the settings, or click the Cancel button to reset without saving
the settings.
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7.2.2 Profile
The Profile Settings is designed with four camera modes, which can be applied in various scenes to
enhance image quality. You can apply different camera modes to the daytime and nighttime.
【Day Mode】Select a camera mode and then click the Apply button to save the settings.
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Vivid: Select Vivid mode to have images with optimized contrast ratio. You can further configure
the camera settings on the Camera setup page if required. Note that selecting the Vivid mode
will lock (grayed-out) some Camera Settings on the Camera setup page such as Exposure
Settings (AE), Noise Reduction Settings and Monitor Settings.
Standard: Select Standard mode to have images with system configured settings. You can
further configure the camera settings on the Camera setup page if required. Note that selecting
the Standard mode will lock (grayed-out) some Camera Settings on the Camera setup page such
as Exposure Settings (AE), Noise Reduction Settings and Monitor Settings.
More Detail: Select More Detail mode to enhance the dark parts of the images. You can further
configure the camera settings on the Camera setup page if required. Note that selecting the
More Detail mode will lock (grayed-out) some Camera Settings on the Camera setup page such
as Exposure Settings (AE), Noise Reduction Settings and Monitor Settings.
User Define: Select User Define mode to customize the camera settings. You can configure all
the camera settings on the Camera setup page.
Flicker Compensation: Check the box to enable the Flicker Compensation function. Please enable
this function only if flicker artifacts are observed.
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【Night Mode】Select a camera mode and then click the Apply button to save the settings.
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Vivid: Select Vivid mode to have images with optimized contrast ratio. You can further configure
the camera settings on the Camera setup page if required. Note that selecting the Vivid mode
will lock (grayed-out) some Camera Settings on the Camera setup page such as Exposure
Settings (AE), Noise Reduction Settings and Monitor Settings.
Standard: Select Standard mode to have images with system configured settings. You can
further configure the camera settings on the Camera setup page if required. Note that selecting
the Standard mode will lock (grayed-out) some Camera Settings on the Camera setup page such
as Exposure Settings (AE), Noise Reduction Settings and Monitor Settings.
More Detail: Select More Detail mode to enhance the dark parts of the images. You can further
configure the camera settings on the Camera setup page if required. Note that selecting the
More Detail mode will lock (grayed-out) some Camera Settings on the Camera setup page such
as Exposure Settings (AE), Noise Reduction Settings and Monitor Settings.
User Define: Select User Define mode to customize the camera settings. You can configure all
the camera settings on the Camera setup page.
Blur Compensation: Check the box to enable the Blur Compensation function. Please enable this
function only if motion blur is observed.
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7.2.3 Camera
【Day/Night Settings】
Mode: Select a mode from the drop-down list.
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Auto: Select to let the camera automatically switch to Night mode when the light levels fall
to a specified level, and back to Day mode when the light levels rise to a specified level.
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Day: Select to keep the camera in Day mode, even in nighttime.
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Night: Select to keep the camera in Night mode, even in daytime.
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Schedule: Select to let the camera to switch to Day mode or Night mode based on the day
and night schedule settings (see 7.2.4 Schedule).
Day Profile/ Night Profile: Select Day Profile to configure the following settings for daytime and select
Night Profile to configure the following settings for nighttime. Click the Apply button to save the
settings.
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Note: Some settings in the Exposure Settings / Features may be grayed-out. To configure all the
settings, select User Define from the Day Mode / Night Mode drop-down list (see 6.2.2 Profile).
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【Exposure Settings】This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab and can only be activated
when you select User Define from the Day Mode / Night Mode drop-down list (see 7.2.2 Profile). This
setting is used to adapt to the amount or type of light used by the camera. Click Apply to apply the
changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
 Mode: Select a mode from the drop-down list.
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Auto: Selecting Auto for the camera to automatically adjust the Shutter based on the
measured light level.
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ALC (Shutter Priority): Selecting ALC (Automatic Light Control) allows the camera circuitry to
either take bright spots more into consideration (peak), bringing out detail in bright areas, or
less into consideration (average) bringing out detail in shadows.
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Manual: Select this option to manually set up the IRIS, Shutter (Manual) and AGC (Manual)
values.
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Shutter (Manual): The function is only activated if you select ALC or Manual in the Mode field. If
enabled, this setting lets you set the shutter speed yourself (measured in fractions of a second).
AGC (Manual): The function is only activated if you select Manual in the Mode field. Set the
Auto Gain Control limit here. The lower the AGC level, the lower the video signal and the noise.
Slow Shutter: The function is only activated if you select Auto in the Mode field.
AGC: The function is only activated if you select Auto or ALC in the Mode field. Set the Auto
Gain Control limit here. The lower the AGC level, the lower the video signal and the noise.
Flickerless: The function is only activated if you select Auto in the Mode field. Choose between
OFF, 50HZ or 60HZ.
【Backlight Compensation Settings】Backlight Compensation Settings is used to make the subject
appear clearer when it is set against a bright background. Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel
to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
OFF: Select to switch Back Light Compensation functions off.
ON (BLC): This option is useful when the background of the subject is very bright and the subject itself
is dark. The BLC will measure the light of the image center and the lens iris will automatically set for
optimal image quality.
BLC Edit Mode: Click the Enable button, the BLC grids appear on the
image. Click on the grids to enable / disable the BLC function. The
selected grids (in green) will be applied with the BLC function.
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【Features】This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. Click Apply to apply the changes or
Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
Noise Reduction (NR): This limits the amount of digital “video noise” that is usually found in any
video stream, and helps to reduce file size. Select Manual /Auto to enable / disable the Noise
Reduction function. Slide the Level bar to set up the level. The higher the level, the more the
reduction.
2D DNR: Select Manual to enable the 2D DNR function and use the slide bar to set up the level.
The greater the value, the more the reduction. Select Auto for the system to automatically adjust
to the optimal 2D DNR value.
Level: Slide bar to set up 2D DNR level.
3D DNR: Select Manual to enable the 3D DNR function and use the slide bar to set up the level.
The greater the value, the more the reduction. Select Auto for the system to automatically adjust
to the optimal 3D DNR value.You can further set up the following two settings. You can reach
optimal results once two settings are balanced.
Strength: The greater the value, the greater the strength is, the more the reduction, and the lower
the image sharpness.
Stabilizer: The greater the value, the greater the stabilizer is, the more the reduction, and the
streaking phenomenon appeared.
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Wide Dynamic Range (WDR): The WDR function provides clearer images when both of the very
bright and dark areas simultaneously appear on the camera view. There are three value options:
OFF, ON and Auto. Note that when WDR is ON, some parts of the image may appear solarized.
This is normal for WDR, and is not a camera malfunction.
Black Level: Slide the Level bar to set up the level (0 – 46).
Monitor Type: Users can use this field to optimize video quality of the monitor. Choose Vivid,
Standard, or Neutral from the drop down list.
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7.2.4 Schedule
The Schedule setup page is designed for users to configure the daytime and nighttime of each day.
The Schedule setting is only functional if you select Schedule from the D/N Mode drop-down list on
the Camera setup page.
Select Night and then move the cursor on the desired time square, click and drag the cursor over
the time squares to configure them to the Night mode (green color). Select Day and then move the
cursor on the desired time square, click on the time squares to configure them to the Day mode
(gray color).
Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous
settings.
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7.2.5 Image
This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab.
【Orientation Settings】
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Enable Mirror: Check the box to enable the mirror function. The image will be rotated
horizontally around a vertical axis.
Enable Flip: Check the box to enable the flip function. The image will be rotated vertically
around a horizontal axis.
【Image Settings】Select Day Profile or Night Profile and then adjust the slide bars below to
configure the Brightness and Sharpness for daytime or nighttime.
【Color Settings】Slide the bar to adjust the saturation.
【White Balance Settings】Select a mode that delivers the best image quality for the camera’s light
environment.
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Auto: Select to let the camera automatically adjust the White Balance. In the Auto mode the
camera computes the white balance value output using color information from the entire screen.
It outputs the proper value using the color temperature radiating from a black subject based on
a range of value from 3000 to 7500K.
Manual: Select to adjust the Red and Blue values yourself in the fields below this field.
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One Push: Select to enable the Push button
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This will allow you to force the camera to readjust the white balance every time you push the Push
button. The lens will hold the same focal position until the next trigger command is received. This
function helps to prevent incorrect focusing in dark environments.
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7.3
Event Settings
You can set up the Motion Detection event or Tampering Detection event to automatically notify the
users when an event occurs. You can also set up a schedule to automatically record the videos when an
event occurs.
7.3.1 Event Wizard
The Event Wizard allows users to easily configure the event settings. Follow the on-screen
instructions to complete the event settings.
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7.3.2 Event
This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab. Except the Event Wizard, you can also
configure the event settings along with the Recording Schedule on this page.
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【Event Management】You can set up the events such as Motion Detection or Tampering Detection
to automatically notify the users when an event occurs.
Event Name: Type an event name.
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Event Trigger Type: Select an event for the to-be-specified-below reaction/s.
• Manual Trigger: Select this option if you want to manually trigger the alarm by clicking the
Trigger Event button on the Live View Page.
• Motion Detection: Select this option to trigger the to-be-specified-below reaction/s when
motion events occur. You have to pre-configure the Motion Settings for this function to
work.
• Schedule Recording: Select this option if you want the Schedule Recording periods
configured in the Schedule Settings to activate this event. In this scenario, a preconfigured
event reaction like a log entry will list the start and end times of each period. Actual
recording will only be triggered if the event is preconfigured to do so.
• Tampering Detection: Select this option if you want the camera’s tampering detection
sensor to trigger the to-be-specified-below reaction/s. You can set up the tamper duration
time in the Event Trigger Settings field below.
Enable This Event: Check the box to activate the event. For the Tampering Detection trigger
type, multiple events can be created on the Event List but only one event can be enabled. For
example, if you create three Tampering Detection trigger events, only one event under this
trigger type can be enabled. The option of Enable This Event for the rest of two Tampering
Detection events will be grayed out and display ‘’This Trigger Type has already been enabled.’’
To enable another event under the same type, uncheck to disable the event first and check the
desired event.
Enable Re-trigger minimum interval between triggers xx second: Check the box to set a
minimum time after the event is triggered before the event can be triggered again.
Enable Pre-trigger Buffer: Check the box if you want the Event reaction (as selected in the
“Notification Over” field below) to be the activation of the video recording function, and if you
want the recording to include the video feed from the time period (configurable in the
Schedule Settings field) just before the Event trigger occurred.
Enable Post-trigger Buffer: Check the box if you want the Event reaction (as selected in the
Notification Over field) to be the activation of the video recording function, and if you want the
recording to include the video feed from a time period (configurable in the Schedule Settings
field) just after the Event trigger occurred.
Notification Over: Select the desired notification types from the following items.
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Log: Check the box if you want the camera to list the event’s details in its log if the event is
triggered.
Send Mail Notification: Check the box if you want the camera to send an email text notification
and one image file to the email address entered in the SMTP Settings field (see 7.3.3
Notification).
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Upload to FTP: Check the box if you want the camera to upload the recordings to the FTP
server entered in the FTP Repository Settings (see 7.3.3 Notification).
Record to micro SD Card: Check the box if you want the camera to start recording its video
feed (when the event occurs) on an on-camera micro SD Card (if such a card has been
inserted).
Note: The recording will only be as long as the combined Pre- and Post-trigger Buffers, so make
sure you enable at least one of these buffers, especially the Post-trigger Buffer.
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Network Alarm: Check the box if you want the camera to send a network alarm signal (when
the event occurs) to the CMS servers. Note that you have to configure the Network Alarm
Settings for this function to work (see 7.3.3 Notification).
: Set up the Event information and click the Create button, the created Event information
will be listed in the Event List.
: Highlight an item in the Event List and then click the Remove button to remove the
highlighted item.
: Highlight an item in the Event List and edit the Event information on the left-side. Click
the Edit button and the item will be edited.
: Click the button to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
【Tamper Detection Settings】
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Tamper Duration Time: Set up a duration time between 10 and 120 seconds.
【Trigger Options Settings】
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Pre-trigger Buffer: Select the duration for the buffer. This will determine the amount of footage
(length of time) before the event trigger moment that will be included in an event-triggered
video recording, if that buffer and video recording has been enabled in the Event Management
field.
Post-trigger Buffer: Select the duration for the buffer. This will determine the amount of
footage (length of time) after the event trigger moment that will be included in an
event-triggered video recording, if that buffer and video recording has been enabled in the
Event Management field.
Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
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【Schedule Settings】Users can configure the recording schedule here. Select the desired recording
types among the options below. Click and drag the cursor on the time block, which will be applied
with the selected recording type.
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Event Recording (Red): Select for the camera to activate all the Event Recording set up in the
Event Management field (Event Trigger Type), except the Schedule Recording.
Schedule Recording (Green): Select for the camera to activate only the Schedule Recording set
up in the Event Management field (Event Trigger Type).
Event + Schedule (Yellow): Select for the camera to active both of the configured Event and
Schedule Recordings.
Deselect (Grey): Select for the camera to stop recording.
Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
【Motion Settings】Use this page to configure up to four areas in which motion will be detected.
When a motion is detected by the camera, the motion detection icon
will appear at
the top right corner on the Live page to alert the user. This function can also be linked with
correctly configured Events to trigger Event reactions like the activation of video recording periods,
snapshots, etc.
To set up the Motion area:
1.
2.
Check the Enable box to enable the selected area.
Select a sensitivity value of the motion detection sensor function.
3.
4.
Click the Draw button
and move the cursor on the left-side live image.
Move the cursor to the position where you want the motion rectangle to start and then click.
Move the cursor to the position (diagonally opposing corner) where you want the motion
rectangle to end and then click.
Click the Apply button to apply the settings, or click the Cancel button to reset without saving
the settings.
5.
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7.3.3 Notification
This function can only be set up in the Advanced tab.
【SMTP (Email) Settings】This area is for configuring the mail server that is used to send e-mail text
notifications and one image file from the camera to predefined addresses via SMTP. Note that to
enable e-mail notification function, you have to check the Send Mail Notification box in the Event
Management field (see 7.3.2 Event).
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SMTP Server: Enter the IP address or the host name of the SMTP server used to send e-mails.
SMTP Port: Enter the port number for SMTP. The default is 25.
Authentication: Check the box if the SMTP server requires authentication (user/password).
Username: Input the user’s login ID if the SMTP server requires authentication.
Password: Input the user’s login password if the SMTP server requires authentication.
Receiver Address: Input the e-mail addresses for receiving an e-mail message when events
occur. Please use “;” to separate multiple addresses.
Sender Address: Input the sender’s e-mail address, so that the receiver can recognize the
sender when an event message is received.
• Attach Image: Check the box if you want to attach an image when events occur.
• SSL Connection: Check the box to enable the SSL function. Enable this function means you
can access the camera through the SSL protocol that provides communication security over
the Internet.
Send Test Email: Click the Test button to send a testing email to the assigned address.
Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous
settings.
【FTP Repository Settings】This area is for configuring the FTP server that is used to send alarm
recordings from the camera to the preconfigured FTP server. Note that to enable uploading
recordings to the FTP server function, you have to check the Upload to FTP box in the Event
Management field (see 7.3.2 Event).
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FTP Server: Enter the IP address or the host name of the FTP server.
FTP Port: Enter the port number for the FTP server. Default is 21.
Recording Path: Assign the recording path.
Username: Set FTP User’s name.
Password: Set FTP password.
PASV mode: Check the box to enable Passive mode. Passive mode is normally enabled. If a
connection cannot be established, uncheck "PASV Mode”.
Test FTP Server: Click the Test button to send a testing file to the assigned FTP server.
Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous
settings.
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Note: If the camera lost connection to the FTP server, the recordings will be automatically uploaded
to the micro SD card on the camera. Once the connection between FTP server and camera has
re-established, the camera will resume uploading recordings to the FTP server. However, the
recordings uploaded to the micro SD card during the disconnection period will not be uploaded to
the FTP server.
【SNMP Settings】The default values for SNMP v1/v2/v2c and SNMP v3 are already filled in. Click
either of the Enable buttons to enable either of the two. Make your changes as desired. Click on
the Trap Address field to enter the digits, if required.
Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous
settings.
【Network Alarm Settings】This function works with EverFocus CMS software. The camera can send a
network alarm signal (when the event occurs) to the CMS servers. To establish the connection
between the camera and CMS servers, the protocol and port number should match with each
other. For more details, please refer to the CMS user’s manual. Note that to enable the Network
Alarm function, you have to check the Network Alarm box in the Event Management field (see
6.3.2 Event).
Click Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to cancel the changes and return to the previous settings.
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7.4
Link to Smart Phone App
You can access camera live view or take a snapshot via your smart phone. This page is designed for users
to download the mobile app to your mobile phone by scanning the QR code.
MobileFocus
for iPhone
MobileFocusPlus
for iPhone
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8.
Upgrading Firmware Using IP Utility
You can upgrade the Firmware using the IP Utility software included in the software CD or from the
Website of EverFocus (click here to download).
1.
Save IP Utility Setup AutoRun.exe
in your computer. Double click the .exe file and follow
the on-screen instructions. Check Run IPUtility.exe and click the Finish button, the IP Utility will
be launched to search the IP devices connected in the same LAN automatically.
2.
Log in the camera by checking the desired model and then click the Log in
dialog box appears.
3.
Type the Username and Password. Click the OK button, the Login status displays.
icon. The Log in
Note:
1. The default user ID is user1 and the default password is 11111111.
2. If you select more than one camera that has the same user ID / password, you will be
able to log in several cameras at once.
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3.
Up to 10 cameras can be simultaneously upgraded to the latest firmware. If you connect
the cameras to a PoE switch, please make sure the Power Consumption of the PoE switch
is sufficient.
4.
Click the Upgrade Firmware button
, a browsing window appears.
5.
Select the firmware file (.evb) and then click Open. The IPU will automatically upgrade the
firmware. The camera will reboot once the upgrade process is complete.
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9.
Specifications
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Model
Camera
Image Sensor
1/2.8” SONY Progressive Scan CMOS Sensor
Megapixel
2 MP
Min. Illumination
Color: 0.2 Lux at F1.4
B/W: 0.05 Lux at F1.4
Electronic Shutter
8.5 ~ 1/60,000sec.
Scanning System
NTSC / PAL
WDR
Yes
BLC
Yes
Gain Control
Yes
White Balance
Yes
Lens
Lens Type
Fixed Lens
Focal Lens
3.6 mm / 6 mm
Aperture Ratio
F1.4
Day / Night
True Day / Night with IR cut filter
Video
Video Compression
H.264 / MJPEG / MPEG4 (optional)
NTSC
1920 x 1080, 1280 x 1024, 1280 x 720, 1024 x 768, 720 x 480, 704 x
480, 640 x 480, 352 x 240, 320 x 240, 160 x 120
PAL
1920 x 1080, 1280 x 1024, 1280 x 720, 1024 x 768, 720 x 576, 704 x
576, 640 x 480, 352 x 288, 320 x 288, 160 x 120
Resolution
Frame Rate
30 fps at 1920 x 1080
Network
Interface
10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX auto-negotiation, RJ-45 socket
Support MDI / MDI-X auto crossover function
Supported Protocols
TCP / IP, IPV6, UDP, ICMP, DHCP, NTP, DNS, DDNS, SMTP, SNMP, FTP,
HTTP, HTTPs, PPPoE, UPnP, Bonjour, RTP, RTSP, RTCP, UDP, IGMP,SSL,
ICMP, ARP, ONVIF, PSIA, QoS
Bandwidth control
Min. 256 k Byte / sec adjustable
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Connector
Power
12 VDC, PoE
Ethernet
RJ-45
General
Power Source
12 VDC / PoE (IEEE802.3af)
Max. Power Consumption
5W Max.
Operating Temperature
-10°C ~ 50°C / -14°F~122°F
Humidity
20% ~ 80% (no condensation)
Safety
CE, FCC
Dimensions (Φ x H)
58.5 x 110 mm / 2.3” x 4.33”
Weight
300g / 0.66lbs
Language
Czech, Dutch, English, French, German, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese,
Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Traditional Chinese
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10. Troubleshooting
Error messages pop up
A. When these error messages pop up, follow the steps below to fix the problem.
1. To enter the Registry Editor of your computer: Click Start and type “regedit” in the Search Program and
Files field.
2. Click the Enter button, the Registry Editor window appears.
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3. Find the KeepAlive Timeout Dword by following the path:
\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Sofware\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
4. Double-click KeepAlive Timeout and this window appears.
5. Change the Value data to 480000 and click OK.
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B. Snapshot / Record error message.
For Microsoft IE10 and above users, you may have the above error message pop up when you click the
Snapshot
button on the Live View window. You can simply solve this problem by setting up your
Microsoft Internet Explorer to Run as administrator.
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Appendix
A.
Tested Card Brands
This IP Camera supports micro SD / SDHC card up to 64GB. The following brands of the micro SD cards
have been tested by EverFocus and are recommended to work with EverFocus IP camera.
Brand
ADATA
Kingston
Samsung
SanDisk
Transcend
Card Capacity
64GB
64GB
64GB
64GB
64GB
Card Rate Level
Class 10
Class 10
Class 10
Class 10
Class 10
ADATA: Premier microSDHC/SDXC UHS-I Class10
Kingston: MicroSDXC UHS-I Class10 64GB
Samsung: MicroSDXC 64GB UHS-I
SanDisk: Ultra® microSDXC™ UHS-I card
Transcend: MicroSDXC Class 10 UHS-I memory card 300x
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B.
Enabling the Multicast Function
The Multicast Function is a technique for one-to-many communication over an IP infrastructure in a
network that is designed to share IP camera loading and reduce network bandwidth. Note that for this
function to work, the router / switch must support multicast function.
To enable the Multicast Function:
1. Complete the installation of the IP cameras, routers/ switches and computers (refer to diagram above).
2. Install VLC and Wireshark in your computer. Click VLC and Wireshark to download.
3. Access to the Web UI of the IP camera to enable the Multicast function. Click the Apply button to save
the setting. (Advanced tab > Network> Multicast Settings> Enable Multicast)
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4. Go to the setting page of the router/switch to enable the Multicast function.
Here we use a D-Link DIR655 router and EverFocus 24-port switch for example.
5. The Multicast function setup is now complete.
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