FD8162
FD8162
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Table of Contents
Overview4
Read Before Use �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������5
Package Contents �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������5
Symbols and Statements in this Document ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������5
Physical Description ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������6
Hardware Installation �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������7
Network Deployment �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������10
Software Installation ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������12
Ready to Use �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������13
Accessing the Network Camera 16
Using Web Browsers �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������16
Using RTSP Players ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������18
Using 3GPP-compatible Mobile Devices �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������19
Using VIVOTEK Recording Software ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������20
Main Page 21
Client Settings 26
Configuration 28
System > General settings ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������29
System > Homepage layout �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������31
System > Logs ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������34
System > Parameters ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������35
System > Maintenance ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������36
Security > User Account ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������40
Security > HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL) ��������������������������������������������������������41
Security > Access List �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������46
Network > General settings �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������51
Network > Streaming protocols �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������59
Network > SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)
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Media > Image ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������69
Media > Video ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������78
Media > Audio����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������82
PTZ > PTZ settings ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������83
Event > Event settings ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������86
Applications > Motion detection�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������99
Applications > DI and DO ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������102
Applications > Tampering detection ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������102
Recording > Recording settings ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������103
Local storage > SD card management ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������108
Local storage > Content management ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������109
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Technical Specifications ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 179
Technology License Notice ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 180
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 181
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Overview
VIVOTEK FD8162 is an easy-to-use fixed dome network camera, featuring 2-Megapixel
or 1080p Full HD resolution with superb image quality up to 30 fps� As a true day/night
camera, the FD8162 features a removable IR-cut filter, maintaining clear images 24 hours
a day� With WDR enhancement, users can identify image details in extremely bright or
dark environments� It is especially suitable for monitoring wide open indoor environments
such as building entrances, airports or applications requiring accurate identification�
With high-performance H�264/MPEG-4/MJPEG compression technology, the FD8162
offers extra-smooth HD video quality� For installers, properly adjusting the focus of a
megapixel network camera can be difficult due to the image detail� To resolve this, the
FD8162 is equipped with a focus assist button to allow users to precisely adjust the camera
focus� Furthermore, the unique design of the one-step mount facilitates easy usage of the
FD8162, offering more flexible, hassle-free installation and maintenance�
Together with a PIR sensor for thermal detection, 802�3af compliant PoE, tamper detection,
Micro SD/SDHC card for on-board storage, video cropping and e-PTZ functionality, the
FD8162 is indisputably the top choice for reliable and high performance surveillance�
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Read Before Use
The use of surveillance devices may be prohibited by law in your country� The Network Camera is not
only a high-performance web-ready camera but can also be part of a flexible surveillance system. It is
the user’s responsibility to ensure that the operation of such devices is legal before installing this unit for
its intended use�
It is important to first verify that all contents received are complete according to the Package Contents
listed below� Take note of the warnings in the Quick Installation Guide before the Network Camera is
installed; then carefully read and follow the instructions in the Installation chapter to avoid damage due to
faulty assembly and installation� This also ensures the product is used properly as intended�
The Network Camera is a network device and its use should be straightforward for those who have basic
networking knowledge� It is designed for various applications including video sharing, general security/
surveillance, etc� The Configuration chapter suggests ways to best utilize the Network Camera and
ensure proper operations� For creative and professional developers, the URL Commands of the Network
Camera section serves as a helpful reference to customizing existing homepages or integrating with the
current web server�
Package Contents
■ FD8162 - the Network Camera
■ Alignment Sticker
■ T10 Torx screwdriver / Screws / Plastic anchors
■ DC Power Cable
■ Quick Installation Guide / Warranty Card
■ Software CD
Symbols and Statements in this Document
i
INFORMATION: provides important messages or advices that might help prevent inconvenient
or problem situations�
NOTE: Notices provide guidance or advices that are related to the functional integrity of the
machine�
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Physical Description
General I/O Terminal Block
This Network Camera provides a general I/O terminal block which is used to connect external
input / output devices. The pin definitions are described below.
Pin
Name
1 DC 12V-2 DC 12V+ 3 AC 24V_2 4 AC 24V_1 5 DI- (GND) 6 DI+ 7 DO-8 DO+ (+12V)8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
1234 5678 Ethernet Micro SD Card Audio In AV Out Reset Int� NTSC PAL Ext�Camera Front View
Camera Rear View
Light Sensor
Lens
Built-in
Microphone
PIR Sensor
Black Cover
IR LEDs
(18 units, effective up
to 15m)
Reserved
(18 units, effective up
(18 units, effective up
(18 units, effective up
to 15m)
(18 units, effective up
to 15m)
Focus Assist
Button
General IO Terminal
Block
Audio In
Audio/Video Out
Jumpers
Microphone Video Output internal external NTSC 60Hz PAL 50Hz internal external 60Hz PAL 1 2
Audio In
Audio/Video Out
Audio/Video Out
Audio/Video Out
Reset NTSC Reset NTSCReset Button
Micro SD/SDHC
Card Slot
Reset NTSCReset Button
Reset Int� NTSCReset Button
Reset Button
Int�10/100BaseT
Ethernet
Audio In
10/100BaseT
10/100BaseT
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Hardware Installation
Use the included T10 Torx screwdriver to loosen screws on the sides of dome cover to remove it� You
should then jot down the MAC address printed on the bottom of the camera�
Remove the black cover as shown below so that you can fine-tune the focus and zoom the
camera later when the cabling is done�
50
50
5m
41
41 5m
Before installing your camera, make
sure the built-in PIR (Passive Infrared
Sensor) can be directed toward the
area of interest, where possible
intrusion may occur� (The sensitivity
of PIR sensor depends on the object
size and temperature differences
between the object and the background
environment�)
Dome Cover
Dome Cover
Bottom of the Camera
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DI/DO Diagram
Please refer to the following illustration for the connection method�
Hardware Reset
The reset button is used to reset the system or restore the factory default settings� Sometimes
resetting the system can return the camera to normal operation� If the system problems remain
after reset, press the reset button longer to restore the factory settings and install again�
Reset: Press and release the recessed reset button with a straightened paper clip� Wait for the
Network Camera to reboot�
Restore: Press and hold the recessed reset button for at least several seconds to restore� Note
that all settings will be restored to factory defaults�
SD/SDHC Card Capacity
This network camera is compliant with Micro SD/SDHC 32GB and other preceding standard SD
cards�
12V +12V Digital output PIN 1 Power+12V PIN 2 Digital input PIN 3 Ground PIN 4 1234 5678 Ethernet Micro SD Card Audio In AV Out Reset Int� NTSC PAL Ext�Reset Button
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1� Attach the alignment sticker to the ceilling/wall�
2� Through the two circles on the sticker, drill two pilot holes into the ceilling/wall�
3� The Network Camera can be mounted with the cable routed through the ceiling/wall or
from the side� If you want to feed the cable through the ceiling/wall, drill a cable hole A as
shown in the above picture�
4� Hammer the supplied plastic anchors into the holes�
5� Align the two holes on each side of the camera base with the two plastic anchors on the
ceilling/wall, insert the supplied screws to corresponding holes and secure them with a
screwdriver�
Wall Mount
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Network Deployment
Setting up the Network Camera over the Internet
There are several ways to set up the Network Camera over the Internet
�
The first way is to set
up the Network Camera behind a router
�
The second way is to utilize a static IP
�
The third way is
to use PPPoE
�
Internet connection via a router
Before enabling the access to the Network Camera over the Internet, make sure you have a
router and follow the steps below�
1� Connect your Network Camera behind a router, the Internet environment is illustrated below�
Regarding how to obtain your IP address, please refer to Software Installation on page 12 for
details�
2� In this case, if the Local Area Network (LAN) IP address of your Network Camera is
192�168�0�3, please forward the following ports for the Network Camera on the router�
■ Secondary HTTP port
■ RTSP port
■ RTP port for audio
■ RTCP port for audio
■ RTP port for video
■ RTCP port for video
If you have changed the port numbers on the Network page, please open the ports accordingly
on your router� For information on how to forward ports on the router, please refer to your
router’s user’s manual�
3� Find out the public IP address of your router provided by your ISP (Internet Service Provider)�
Use the public IP and the secondary HTTP port to access the Network Camera from the
Internet� Please refer to Network Type on page 51 for details�
IP address : 192.168.0.3 Subnet mask : 255.255.255.0 Default router : 192.168.0.1 IP address : 192.168.0.2 Subnet mask : 255.255.255.0 Default router : 192.168.0.1 LAN (Local Area Network)
Router IP address : 192.168.0.1 WAN (Wide Area Network )
Router IP address : from ISP
Cable or DSL Modem
LAN (Local Area Network) Router IP address : WAN (Wide Area Network ) Router IP address : from ISPP
POWERCOLLISION12345 PARTITIONRECEIVELINK Internet
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Internet connection with static IP
Choose this connection type if you are required to use a static IP for the Network Camera�
Please refer to LAN configuration on page 51 for details.
Internet connection via PPPoE (Point-to-Point over Ethernet)
Choose this connection type if you are connected to the Internet via a DSL Line� Please refer to
PPPoE on page 49 for details�
Set up the Network Camera through Power over Ethernet (PoE)
When using a PoE-enabled switch
The Network Camera is PoE-compliant, allowing transmission of power and data via a single
Ethernet cable� Follow the below illustration to connect the Network Camera to a PoE-enabled
switch via Ethernet cable�
When using a non-PoE switch
If your switch/router does not support PoE, use a PoE power injector (optional) to connect
between the Network Camera and a non-PoE switch�
Power + Data Transmission
POWERCOLLISION LINK RECEIVE
PARTITION
12345
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Software Installation
Installation Wizard 2 (IW2), free-bundled software included on the product CD, helps you set up
your Network Camera on the LAN�
1� Install IW2 under the Software Utility directory from the software CD�
Double click the IW2 shortcut on your desktop to launch the program�
2� The program will conduct an analysis of your network environment�
After your network environment is analyzed, please click Next to continue the program�
3� The program will search for all VIVOTEK network devices on the same LAN�
4� After a brief search, the main installer window will pop up� Double-click on the MAC address
that matches the one printed on the camera label or the S/N number on the package box label
Installation Wizard 2
IW2
General Connection (without PoE)
POWER COLLISION LINK RECEIVE PARTITION 12345
1� If you have external DI devices, make the connection from general I/O terminal block�
2� Ethernet, power, and other cables are user-supplied� Use a Category 5 Cross Cable when
Network Camera is directly connected to PC�
3� Connect either the DC or AC pins from the terminal block to a power outlet�
Ethernet
Switch
Pin1 & 2 DC 12V
Black
Red
Pin3 & 4 AC 24V
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to open a browser management session with the Network Camera�
Internet Explorer�
Ready to Use
1� A browser session with the Network Camera should prompt as shown below�
2� You should be able to see live video from your camera� You may also install the 32-channel
recording software from the software CD in a deployment consisting of multiple cameras� For
its installation details, please refer to its related documents�
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Based on the live image retrieved from the camera, adjust the camera lens to the desired view
angle:
1� Turn the lens module left and right�
2� Loosen the tilt adjustment screws on both sides of the camera and then turn the lens module
up and down� Upon completion, tighten the screws�
3� Turn the lens to adjust the image orientation�
1
3
2
Pan 350°
Rotate 350°
Tilt 65°
3-axis Mechanism Design
IMPORTANT! DO NOT over-tighten the controller
bars� Doing so will damage the camera lens module�
W
T
8
N
To adjust the zoom factor and focus range
1� Loosen the zoom controller and then adjust zoom factor by moving the controller left and
right� Upon completion, tighten the zoom controller screw�
2� Loosen the focus controller and then adjust focus range by moving the controller left and
right� Upon completion, tighten the focus controller screw�
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1� Align the notches on the inner side of the black cover with the rivets on the sides of the lens,
and then fix the black cover.
2� If you choose to feed the cable through the ceiling/wall, arrange the cables neatly through
the cable hole A (not shown in the drawing)� If you choose to feed the cable from the side,
re-move plate B�
3� Attach the dome cover to the camera as the direction shown below� Tighten two screws from
the sides of the dome cover�
4� Finally, make sure all parts of the camera are securely installed�
1
B
3
2
A
IMPORTANT! Be ware of
the cable route!
Black Cover
Dome Cover
Dome Cover
1� When mounting the camera, you can use the key hole slot at the bottom� The key hole slot
helps facilitate installation and a safe mounting� First fasten a pioneer screw to the wall/
ceiling� Mount the camera to the screw�
2� Use a pencil to mark the locations of the 3 permanent mounting holes�
3� When cabling and the initial adjustment is done, mount the camera by fastening screws to the
3 mounting holes�
Key Hole Slot
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Accessing the Network Camera
This chapter explains how to access the Network Camera through web browsers, RTSP players,
3GPP-compatible mobile devices, and VIVOTEK recording software�
Using Web Browsers
Use Installation Wizard 2 (IW2) to access to the Network Cameras on the LAN�
If your network environment is not a LAN, follow these steps to access the Netwotk Camera:
1� Launch your web browser (ex� Microsoft
®Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, or Netscape)�
2. Enter the IP address of the Network Camera in the address field. Press Enter�
3� The live video will be displayed in your web browser�
4. If it is the first time installing the VIVOTEK network camera, an information bar will prompt as
shown below� Follow the instructions to install the required plug-in on your computer�
NOTE:
For Mozilla Firefox or Netscape users, your browser will use
Quick Time to stream live
video If you do not have Quick Time on your computer, please download Quick Time
from Apple Inc's website, and then launch your web browser
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To enable the ActiveX
®Controls for your browser:
1� Choose Tools > Internet Options > Security > Custom Level�
2� Look for Download signed ActiveX
®controls; select Enable or Prompt� Click OK�
NOTE:
1 By default, your Network Camera is not password-protected To prevent unauthorized
access, it is highly recommended to configure a password for your camera later. For
more information about how to enable password protection, please refer to Security
on page 40
2 If you see a dialogue box indicating that your security settings prohibit running
ActiveX Controls®, please enable ActiveX Controls for your browser
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3� Refresh your web browser, then install the ActiveX
®control� Follow the instructions to
complete installation�
Using RTSP Players
To view the H�264/MPEG-4 streaming media using RTSP players, you can use one of the
following players that support RTSP streaming�
Quick Time Player
Real Player
As most ISPs and players only allow RTSP streaming through port number 554, please set the
RTSP port to 554� For more information, please refer to RTSP Streaming on page 60�
For example:
4. The live video will be displayed in your player. For more information on how to configure the
RTSP access name, please refer to RTSP Streaming on page 59 for details�
1� Launch the RTSP player�
2� Choose File > Open URL� A URL dialog box will prompt�
3� The address format is rtsp://<ip address>:<rtsp port>/<RTSP streaming access name for
stream1 or stream2>
rtsp://192.168.5.151:554/live.sdp
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Using 3GPP-compatible Mobile Devices
To view the streaming media through 3GPP-compatible mobile devices, make sure the Network
Camera can be accessed over the Internet� For more information on how to set up the Network
Camera over the Internet,
please refer to Setup the Network Camera over the Internet on page
10�
To utilize this feature, please check the following settings on your Network Camera:
1� Because most players on 3GPP mobile phones do not support RTSP authentication, make
sure the authentication mode of RTSP streaming is set to disable�
For more information, please refer to RTSP Streaming on page 60�
2� As the the bandwidth on 3G networks is limited, you will not be able to use a large video size�
Please set the video and audio streaming parameters as listed below�
For more information, please refer to Stream settings on page 78�
Video Mode
MPEG-4
Frame size
176 x 144
Maximum frame rate
5 fps
Intra frame period
1S
Video quality (Constant bit rate)
40kbps
Audio type (GSM-AMR)
12�2kbps
3� As most ISPs and players only allow RTSP streaming through port number 554, please set
the RTSP port to 554� For more information, please refer to RTSP Streaming on page 60�
4� Launch the player on the 3GPP-compatible mobile devices (e�g�, Real Player)�
5. Type the following URL commands in the URL field.
The address format is rtsp://<public ip address of your camera>:<rtsp port>/<RTSP streaming
access name for stream 3>�
For example:
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Using VIVOTEK Recording Software
The product software CD also contains recording software, allowing simultaneous monitoring
and video recording for multiple Network Cameras� Please install the recording software; then
launch the program to add the Network Camera to the Channel list� For detailed information
about how to use the recording software, please refer to the user’s manual of the software or
download it from
http://www�vivotek�com
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Main Page
This chapter explains the screen elements on the main page� It is composed of the following
sections: VIVOTEK INC. Logo, Host Name, Camera Control Area, Configuration Area, and Live
Video Window�
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Click this logo to visit the VIVOTEK website�
Host Name
The host name can be customized to fit your needs. For more information, please refer to System on page 29.
Camera Control Area
Video Stream: This Network Cmera supports multiple streams (stream 1 ~ 4) simultaneously� You can
select either one for live viewing� For more information about multiple streams, please refer to page 78
VIVOTEK INC� Logo Camera Control Area Configuration Area Resize Button Host Name Hide Button
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Focus Assist Button:
Follow the steps below to manually fine-tune the camera’s focus.
1. Manually adjust the zoom controller of the camera lens to fix the camer’s view angle.
2� Click on the “On” button of the Focus Assist function on the homepage session with the camera to
start the focus assist function� The Live View window will automatically enter the full screen mode�
3. The floating indicator will appear at the bottom of the screen showing the calculated focus information.
While you manually adjust the camera’s focus, the numeric readings and the onscreen color bar
should fluctuate and you should find the best results when the focus value is stated as the “BEST
FOCUS�”
4� When done, tighten the zoom and focus controller bars, and then press the ESC key to leave the
full-screen mode�
5� Turn off the focus assist function by clicking the “Off” button�
You may also refer to VIVOTEK’s website for an application note on the use of this function: http://www�
vivotek.com/support/appnote.php?appcon=29&appcatagory=firmware.
Zoom Focus FOCUS VALUE 98/107 BEST FOCUS 106/107The color bar fluctuates according to current focus value� The color bar reaches the optimal value�
IMPORTANT!
1 Before using the Focus Assist function, the camera should have been stably installed
and the camera's shooting direction and view angle must be secured for a stable view
If the view is altered, you should fine-tune the camera's zoom and focus again by
turning off and restarting the function
2 Instead of a BNC connector, the camera is equipped with an AV output phone-jack that
serves the same purpose for initial video adjustment You may use the AV output to
connect to a portable monitor such as a mini-DVR
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Configuration Area
Client Settings: Click this button to access the client setting page� For more information, please refer to
Client Settings on page 26�
Configuration: Click this button to access more of the configuration options provided with the Network
Camera� It is suggested that a password is applied to the Network Camera so that only the administrator
can configure the Network Camera� For more information, please refer to the description for the
Configuration menus on page 28.
Language: Click this button to choose a language for the user interface� Language options are available
in: English, Deutsch, Español, Français, Italiano, 日本語, Português, 簡体中文, and 繁體中文� You can
also change a language on the Configuration page; please refer to page 28.
Hide Button
You can click the hide button to hide the control panel or display the control panel�
Resize Buttons
:
Click the Auto button, the video cell will resize automatically to fit the monitor.
Click 100% is to display the original homepage size�
Click 50% is to resize the homepage to 50% of its original size�
Click 25% is to resize the homepage to 25% of its original size�
Live Video Window
■ The following window is displayed when the video mode is set to H�264 / MPEG-4:
Global View: Click on this item to display the Global
View window� The Global View window contains a full
view image (the largest frame size of the captured
video) and a floating frame (the viewing region of the
current video stream). The floating frame allows users
to control the e-PTZ function (Electronic Pan/Tilt/
Zoom)� For more information about e-PTZ operation,
please refer to E-PTZ Operation on page 83� For more
information about how to set up the viewing region of
the current video stream, please refer to page 78�
To move the current view window, place
your cursor on it and let the cursor
change to the all-direction arrow�
all-direction arrow
The viewing region of
the curruent video
stream
The largest frame size
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H�264 / MPEG-4 Protocol and Media Options: The transmission protocol and media options for H�264 /
MPEG-4 video streaming. For further configuration, please refer to Client Settings on page 26.
Time: Display the current time. For further configuration, please refer to Media > Image > Genral settings
on page 69�
Title and Time: The video title and time can be stamped on the streaming video. For further configuration,
please refer to Media > Image > Genral settings on page 69�
Video and Audio Control Buttons: Depending on the Network Camera model and Network Camera
configuration, some buttons may not be available.
Snapshot: Click this button to capture and save still images� The captured images will be displayed
in a pop-up window� Right-click the image and choose
Save Picture As to save it in JPEG (*�jpg) or BMP
(*�bmp) format�
Digital Zoom: Click and uncheck “Disable digital zoom” to enable the zoom operation� The navigation
screen indicates the part of the image being magnified. To control the zoom level, drag the slider bar. To
move to a different area you want to magnify, drag the navigation screen�
Pause: Pause the transmission of the streaming media� The button becomes the
Resume button
after clicking the Pause button�
Stop: Stop the transmission of the streaming media� Click the
Resume button to continue
transmission�
Start MP4 Recording: Click this button to record video clips in MP4 file format to your computer�
Press the
Start MP4 Recording
Stop MP4 Recording button to end recording� When you exit the web browser, video
recording stops accordingly. To specify the storage destination and file name, please refer to MP4 Saving
Options on page 27 for details�
Volume: When the
Mute function is not activated, move the slider bar to adjust the volume on the
local computer�
Mute: Turn off the volume on the local computer� The button becomes the
Audio On button after
clicking the Mute button�
Talk: Click this button to talk to people around the Network Camera� Audio will project from
the external speaker connected to the Network Camera� Click this button
Audio will project from
again to end talking
transmission�
Mic Volume: When the
Mute function is not activated, move the slider bar to adjust the
microphone volume on the local computer�
Mute: Turn off the
Mic volume on the local computer� The button becomes the
Mic On button
after clicking the Mute button�
Full Screen: Click this button to switch to full screen mode� Press the “Esc” key to switch back to normal
mode�
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■ The following window is displayed when the video mode is set to MJPEG:
Video Title: The video title can be configured. For more information, please refer to Media > Image on
page 69�
Time: Display the current time� For more information, please refer to Media > Image on page 69�
Title and Time: Video title and time can be stamped on the streaming video� For more information, please
refer to Media > Image on page 69�
Video and Audio Control Buttons: Depending on the camera model and your current configuration, some
buttons may not be available�
Snapshot: Click this button to capture and save still images� The captured images will be displayed
in a pop-up window� Right-click the image and choose
Save Picture As to save it in JPEG (*�jpg) or BMP
(*�bmp) format�
Digital Zoom: Click and uncheck “Disable digital zoom” to enable the zoom operation� The navigation
screen indicates the part of the image being magnified. To control the zoom level, drag the slider bar. To
move to a different area you want to magnify, drag the navigation screen�
MPEG-4 Protocol and Media Options
Video Title Time
Title and Time Video 17:08:56 2008/06/25
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Client Settings
This chapter explains how to select the stream transmission mode and saving options on the
local computer� When completed with the settings on this page, click Save on the page bottom
to enable the settings�
H.264 / MPEG-4 Media Options
Select to stream video or audio data or both� This is enabled only when the video mode is set to H�264 or
MPEG-4�
H.264 / MPEG-4 Protocol Options
Depending on your network environment, there are four options with the transmission protocols with
H�264 or MPEG-4 streaming:
UDP unicast: This protocol allows for more real-time audio and video streams� However, network
packets may be lost due to network burst traffic and images may be broken. Activate UDP connection
when occasions require time-sensitive responses and the video quality is less important� Note that each
unicast client connecting to the server takes up additional bandwidth and the Network Camera allows up
to ten simultaneous accesses�
UDP multicast: This protocol allows multicast-enabled routers to forward network packets to all clients
requesting streaming media� This helps to reduce the network transmission load of the Network Camera
while serving multiple clients at the same time� Note that to utilize this feature, the Network Camera must
be configured to enable multicast streaming at the same time� For more information, please refer to
RTSP Streaming on page 60�
TCP: This protocol guarantees the complete delivery of streaming data and thus provides better video
quality� The downside of this protocol is that its real-time effect is not as good as that of using the UDP
protocol�
HTTP: This protocol allows the same quality as TCP protocol without needing to open specific ports for
streaming under some network environments. Users behind a firewall can utilize this protocol to allow
camera’s streaming data to pass through�
H�264/MPEG-4 Media Options
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MP4 Saving Options
Users can record live video as they are watching it by clicking
Start MP4 Recording on the main
page. Here, you can specify the storage destination and file name.
Folder: Specify a storage destination for the recorded video files.
File name prefix: Enter the text that will be appended to the front of the video file name.
Add date and time suffix to the file name: Select this option to append the date and time to the end of the
file name.
Local Streaming Buffer Time
Due to unsteady bandwidth flow, live streaming may lag and not be very smoothly� If you enable this
option, the live streaming will be stored on the camera’s buffer area for a few seconds before being
played on the live viewing window� This helps produce a smoothlier live streaming� If you enter a vlue of
3000 milliseconds, the streaming will delay for 3 seconds�
CLIP_
20110328-180853
Date and time suffix
The format is: YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS File name prefix
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Configuration
Click
Configuration on the main page to enter the camera setting pages� Note that only
Administrators can access the configuration page.
VIVOTEK offers an easy-to-use user interface that helps you set up your network camera with
minimal effort� To simplify the setting procedure, two types of user interfaces are available:
Advanced Mode for professional users and Basic Mode for entry-level users� Some advanced
functions (PTZ/ Event/ Recording/ Local storage) are not displayed in Basic Mode�
If you want to set up advanced functions, please click on
[Advanced Mode]
at the bottom of the
configuration list to switch to Advanced Mode.
In order to simplify the user interface, detailed information will be hidden unless you click on the
function item. When you click on the first sub-item, the detailed information for the first sub-item
will be displayed; when you click on the second sub-item, the detailed information for the second
sub-item will be displayed and that of the first sub-item will be hidden.
The following is the interface of the Basic Mode and the Advanced Mode:
Basic Mode
Configuration List
Click to switch to Advanced Mode
Navigation Area
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Advanced Mode
Each function on the configuration list will be explained in the following sections. Those functions that are
displayed only in Advanced Mode are marked with Advanced Mode � If you want to set up advanced
functions, please click on
[Advanced Mode]
at the bottom of the configuration list.
The Navigation Area provides access to all different views from the
Home page (for live viewing),
Configuration page, and multi-language selection�
System > General settings
Configuration List
Click to switch to Basic Mode Firmware Version
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System time
Keep current date and time: Select this option to preserve the current date and time of the Network
Camera� The Network Camera’s internal real-time clock maintains the date and time even when the
power of the system is turned off�
Sync with computer time: Select this option to synchronize the date and time of the Network Camera with
the local computer� The read-only date and time of the PC is displayed as updated�
Manual: The administrator can enter the date and time manually� Note that the date and time format are
[yyyy/mm/dd] and [hh:mm:ss]�
Automatic: The Network Time Protocol is a protocol which synchronizes computer clocks by periodically
querying an NTP Server�
NTP server: Assign the IP address or domain name of the time-server� Leaving the text box blank
connects the Network Camera to the default time servers�
Update interval: Select to update the time using the NTP server on an hourly, daily, weekly, or monthly
basis�
Time zone Advanced Mode : Select the appropriate time zone from the list� If you want to upload
Daylight Savings Time rules, please refer to
System > Maintenance > Import/ Export files on page 37
for details�
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System > Homepage layout
Advanced Mode
This section explains how to set up your own customized homepage layout�
General settings
This column shows the settings of your hompage layout� You can manually select the background and
font colors in Theme Options (the second tab on this page)� The settings will be displayed automatically
in this Preview field. The following shows the homepage using the default settings:
■ Hide Powered by VIVOTEK: If you check this item, it will be removed from the homepage�
Logo graph
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Theme Options
Here you can change the color of your homepage layout� There are three types of preset patterns for you
to choose from� The new layout will simultaneously appear in the
Preview filed. Click Save to enable the
settings�
Font Color of the Video Title
Background Color of the Video Area
Frame Color Font Color
Background Color of the Control Area Font Color of the Configuration Area Background Color of the Configuration Area
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■ Follow the steps below to set up a custome homepage:
1� Click
Custom on the left column�
2� Click to select a color on on the right column�
3� The palette window will pop up as shown below�
4� Drag the slider bar and click on the left square to select a desired color�
5. The selected color will be displayed in the corresponding fields and in the
Preview column�
6� Click
Save to enable the settings�
2 1 3 4
Color Selector
Custom
Pattern
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System > Logs
Advanced Mode
This section explains how to configure the Network Camera to backup system log to a remote
server�
Log server settings
Follow the steps below to set up the remote log:
1� Select
Enable remote log�
2� In the IP address text box, enter the IP address of the remote server�
2� In the port text box, enter the port number of the remote server�
3� When completed, click
Save to enable the setting�
You can configure the Network Camera to send the system log file to a remote server as a log backup.
Before utilizing this feature, it is suggested that the user install a log-recording tool to receive system log
messages from the Network Camera� An example is Kiwi Syslog Daemon� Visit
http://www�kiwisyslog�
com/kiwi-syslog-daemon-overview/
�
System log
This column displays the system log in chronological order� The system log is stored in the Network
Camera’s buffer and dated events will be overwritten when the number of events reaches a limit�
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Access log
Access log displays the access time and IP address of all viewers (including operators and
administrators) in a chronological order� The access log is stored in the Network Camera’s buffer and
older events will be overwritten when the number of events reaches a limit�
System > Parameters
Advanced Mode
The View Parameters page lists the entire system’s parameters in an alphabetical order� If you
need technical assistance, use a text-editor program to copy and save the parameters listed on
this page. Send the parameter text file to VIVOTEK’s technical support.
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System > Maintenance
This chapter explains how to restore the Network Camera to factory default, upgrade firmware
version, etc�
General settings > Upgrade firmware
This feature allows you to upgrade the firmware of your Network Camera� It takes a few minutes to
complete the process�
Note: Do not power off the Network Camera during the upgrade!
Follow the steps below to upgrade the firmware:
1. Download the latest firmware file from the VIVOTEK website. The file is in .pkg file format.
2� Click
Browse… and specify the firmware file.
3� Click
Upgrade� The Network Camera starts to upgrade and will reboot automatically when the upgrade
completes�
If the upgrade is successful, you will see “Reboot system now!! This connection will close”� After that,
re-access the Network Camera�
The following message is displayed when the upgrade has succeeded�
The following message is displayed when you have selected an incorrect firmware file.
General settings > Reboot
This feature allows you to reboot the Network Camera, which takes about one minute to complete� When
completed, the live video page will be displayed in your browser� The following message will be displayed
during the reboot process�
If the connection fails after rebooting, manually enter the IP address of the Network Camera in the
address field to resume the connection.
Starting firmware upgrade...
Do not power down the server during the upgrade. The server will restart automatically after the upgrade is completed.
This will take about 1 - 5 minutes. Wrong PKG file format
Unpack fail
Reboot system now!! This connection will close.
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General settings > Restore
This feature allows you to restore the Network Camera to factory default settings�
Network: Select this option to retain the Network Type settings (please refer to Network Type on page
51)�
Daylight Saving Time: Select this option to retain the Daylight Saving Time settings (please refer to
Import/Export files below on this page).
Custom Language: Select this option to retain the Custom Language settings�
If none of the options is selected, all settings will be restored to factory default� The following message is
displayed during the restoring process�
Import/Export files
Advanced Mode
This feature allows you to Export / Update daylight saving time rules, custom language file, and
configuration file.
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3. Open the file with Microsoft
®Notepad and locate your time zone; set the start and end time of DST�
When completed, save the file.
In the example below, DST begins each year at 2:00 a�m� on the second Sunday in March and ends at
2:00 a.m. on the first Sunday in November.
Update daylight saving time rules: Click
Browse… and specify the XML file to update.
If incorrect date and time are assigned, you will see the following warning message when uploading the
file to the Network Camera.
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The following message is displayed when attempting to upload an incorrect file format.
Export language file: Click to export language strings� VIVOTEK provides nine languages: English,
Deutsch, Español, Français, Italiano, 日本語, Português, 簡体中文, and 繁體中文�
Update custom language file: Click
Browse… and specify your own custom language file to upload.
Export configuration file: Click to export all parameters for the device and user-defined scripts.
Update configuration file: Click
Browse… to update a configuration file. Please note that the model and
firmware version of the device should be the same as the configuration file. If you have set up a fixed IP
or other special settings for your device, it is not suggested to update a configuration file.
Export server staus report: Click to export the current server status report, such as time, logs,
parameters, process status, memory status, file system status, network status, kernel message..., and so
on�
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Security > User Account
This section explains how to enable password protection and create multiple accounts�
Root Password
The administrator account name is “root”, which is permanent and can not be deleted� If you want to add
more accounts in the Manage User column, please apply the password for the “root” account first.
1� Type the password identically in both text boxes, then click
Save to enable password protection�
2� A window will prompt for authentication; type the correct user’s name and password in their respective
fields to access the Network Camera.
Manage Privilege
Advanced Mode
Digital Output & PTZ control: You can modify the management privilege as operators or viewers� Select
or de-select the checkboxes, and then click
Save to enable the settings� If you give Viewers the privilege,
Operators will also have the ability to control the Network Camera through the main page� (Please refer
to Configuration on page 28).
Allow anonymous viewing: If you select this item, any client can access the live stream without entering a
User ID and Password�
Manage User
Administrators can create up to 20 user accounts�
1� Input the new user’s name and password�
2� Select the privilege level for the new user account� Click
Add to enable the setting�
Access rights are sorted by user privilege (Administrator, Operator, and Viewer)� Only administrators can
access the Configuration page. Though operators cannot access the Configuration page, they can use
the URL Commands to get and set the value of parameters� For more information, please refer to URL
Commands of the Network Camera on page 111� Viewers access only the main page for live viewing�
Here you also can change a user’s access rights or delete user accounts�
1� Select an existing account to modify�
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Security > HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL)
This section explains how to enable authentication and encrypted communication over SSL
(Secure Socket Layer)� It helps protect streaming data transmission over the Internet on higher
security level�
Create and Install Certificate Method
Before using HTTPS for communication with the Network Camera, a
Certificate must be created first.
There are three ways to create and install a certificate:
Create self-signed certificate automatically
1. Select the first option.
2� Check
Enable HTTPS secure connection, then select a connection option: “HTTP & HTTPS” or
“HTTPS only”�
3� Click
Save to generate a certificate.
4. The Certificate Information will automatically be displayed in the third column as shown below. You can
Advanced Mode
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5� Click
Home to return to the main page� Change the address from “
http://
” to “
https://
“ in the address
bar and press
Enter on your keyboard� Some Security Alert dialogs will pop up� Click OK or Yes to
enable HTTPS�
Create self-signed certificate manually
1� Select the second option�
2� Click
Create to open the Create Certificate page.
https://192�168�5�151/index�html
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3� The following information will show up in a pop-up window after clicking
Create� Then click Save to
generate the certificate.
4. The Certificate Information will automatically be displayed in the third column as shown below. You
can click
Property to see detailed information about the certificate.
5� Check
Enable HTTPS secure connection, then select a connection option: “HTTP & HTTPS” or
“HTTPS only”� Click
Save to enable the settings�
Create certificate and install
: Select this option if you want to create a certificate from a certificate
authority�
1� Select the third option�
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3� If you see the following Information bar, click
OK and click on the Information bar at the top of the page
to allow pop-ups�
4. The pop-up window shows an example of a certificate request.
5� Look for a trusted certificate authority that issues digital certificates� Enroll the Network Camera�
Wait for the certificate authority to issue an SSL certificate; click
Browse... to search for the issued
certificate, then click
Upload in the column�
6� Check
Enable HTTPS secure connection, then select a connection option: “HTTP & HTTPS” or
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► 1. How do I cancel the HTTPS settings?
1-1� Uncheck
Enable HTTPS secure connection in the second column and click Save; a warning
dialog will pop up�
1-2� Click
OK to disable HTTPS�
1-3� The webpage will redirect to a non-HTTPS page automatically�
► 2. If you want to create and install other certificates, please remove the existing one.
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Security > Access List
Advanced Mode
This section explains how to control access permission by verifying the client PC’s IP address�
General Settings
Maximum number of concurrent streaming connection(s) limited to: Simultaneous live viewing for 1~10
clients (including stream 1 and stream 2)� The default value is 10� If you modify the value and click
Save,
all current connections will be disconnected and automatically attempt to re-link (IE Explore or Quick
Time Player)�
View Information: Click this button to display the connection status window showing a list of the current
connections� For example:
■ IP address: Current connections to the Network Camera.
■ Elapsed time: How much time the client has been at the webpage.
■ User ID: If the administrator has set a password for the webpage, the clients have to enter a user name
and password to access the live video� The user name will be displayed in the User ID column� If the
administrator allows clients to link to the webpage without a user name and password, the User ID
column will be empty�
There are some situations which allow clients access to the live video without a user name and
password:
1� The administrator does not set up a root password� For more information about how to set up a root
password and manage user accounts, please refer to Security > User account on page 40�
2� The administrator has set up a root password, but set
RTSP Authentication to “disable“� For more
information about
RTSP Authentication, please refer to RTSP Streaming on page 60�
3� The administrator has set up a root password, but allows anonymous viewing� For more information
about
Allow Anonymous Viewing, please refer to page 40�
■ Refresh: Click this button to refresh all current connections.
■ Add to deny list: You can select entries from the Connection Status list and add them to the Deny List
to deny access� Please note that those checked connections will only be disconnected temporarily
and will automatically try to re-link again (IE Explore or Quick Time Player)� If you want to enable the
denied list, please check
Enable access list filtering and click Save in the first column.
Connection status Connection status 192.168.3.25 61.22.15.3 192.168.1.147 IP address 45:00:34 00:10:09 12:20:34 Elapsed time greg anonymous root User ID
Add to Deny List Disconnect Refresh
