AXIS 206 Family Network Camera User’s Manual
About this Document This manual is intended for administrators and users of the AXIS 206\206M\206W Network Camera, and is applicable for software release 4.20. It includes instructions for using and managing the product on your network. Previous experience of networking will be of use when using this product. Some knowledge of UNIX or Linux-based systems may also be beneficial, for developing shell scripts and applications. Later versions of this document will be posted to the Axis Website, as required.
Trademark Acknowledgments Acrobat, Adobe, Boa, Ethernet, IBM, Internet Explorer, LAN Manager, Linux, Macintosh, Microsoft, Mozilla, Netscape Navigator, OS/2, UNIX, Windows, WWW, Wi-Fi are registered trademarks of the respective holders. Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Axis Communications AB is independent of Sun Microsystems Inc.
AXIS 206 Contents About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Product Family Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 AXIS 206M - Additional Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 AXIS 206W - Additional Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AXIS 206 Wireless Settings (AXIS 206W only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 SMTP (email) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 UPnP™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 LED Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AXIS 206 - About this manual About this manual This user’s manual is valid for all camera models included in the AXIS 206 family of network cameras. All text in the manual applies to all models, except where otherwise indicated. Apart from their names, the AXIS 206 and the AXIS 206M are identical in appearance.
AXIS 206 - Product Family Features AXIS 206M - Additional Features The AXIS 206M Megapixel Network Camera has the following additional features: • 6 different video resolutions available. • Maximum resolution 1280 x 1024 pixels. • HDTV (High Definition TV) format available (16:9 format, 1280x720 pixels). AXIS 206/206M AXIS 206W - Additional Features The AXIS 206W Wireless Network Camera has the following additional features: • Built-in wireless module supporting the IEEE 802.
AXIS 206 - Overview AXIS 206/206M Overview AXIS 206/206M Front Rear panel Serial number label Lock ring Power Cable clip Focus ring Network indicator Control button Status indicator (outer ring) Power indicator Network connector Power connector Power Connector - For connection of the PS-H or PS-L power adapter (included).
AXIS 206 - Overview AXIS 206W Overview AXIS 206W Network traffic indicator Wireless module power indicator Front Wireless module Rear panel Wireless module Serial number label Mounting lock ring Focus ring Power cable clip Power indicator Status indicator (outer ring) Control button USB connector Power connector Power Connector - For connection of the PS-H or PS-L power adapter (included).
AXIS 206 - LED Indicators LED Indicators After completion of the startup and self test routines, the multi-colored Network, Status, and Power LED indicators flash as follows: AXIS 206 & AXIS 206M Amber Steady for connection to 10 Mbit/s network. Flashes for network activity. Green Steady for connection to 100 Mbit/s network. Flashes for network activity. Red Flashes rapid red, together with the Status indicator, for hardware error. Unlit No connection.
AXIS 206 - Mounting Mounting 1. If required, use the 3 supplied screws to fix the base plate to Wall mounting a flat surface. 2. To use the shorter stand, e.g. for wall mounting, unscrew the lock ring to release the camera, and remove the extension section. 3. Re-attach the camera, adjust the angle and gently tighten the lock ring.
11 AXIS 206 - Install the AXIS 206/206M Set the IP address The AXIS 206/206M is designed for installation on an Ethernet network. This involves assigning it an IP address, automatically (via e.g. DHCP) or manually. Several methods are available. The one to use depends on how your network is configured. If unsure of the method to use, please consult your network administrator, or see the network’s documentation. • If you are using e.g.
AXIS 206 - Install the AXIS 206/206M Follow these instructions: 1. When the camera is connected to the power supply and the network, wait for the Status Indicator on the front of the camera to show a steady green. 2. Now press the Control button on the rear of the camera once. The Status indicator will blink green while it connects to the AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service. 3. Wait for the Status indicator to go back to showing a steady green. 4. To complete the installation, now visit www.axiscam.
13 AXIS 206 - Install the AXIS 206/206M AXIS IP Utility AXIS IP Utility 2.0 is a free Requirements: AXIS 206/206M (AXIS 206W via Windows application that wireless connection) discovers and displays Axis Computer Hub/Switch devices on your network. The on a LAN application can also be used to manually set a static IP address. AXIS IP Utility 2.0 is available on the CD supplied with the AXIS 206. Updated versions of AXIS IP Utility may be available at www.axis.com Automatic discovery 1.
AXIS 206 - Install the AXIS 206/206M Manual Installation with ARP/Ping 1. Acquire an unused IP address for the AXIS 206/206M. This IP address must be on the same subnet as your computer. 2. Locate the serial number (S/N) on the label on the camera’s rear panel. 3. From a computer on your network, open a Command Prompt (in Windows: from the Start menu, select Run... and type cmd in the field. Click OK). 4.
15 AXIS 206 - Install the AXIS 206W Install the AXIS 206W Before the AXIS 206W can connect to an encrypted wireless network, the wireless settings in the camera must be configured and an IP address must be set. This is done by connecting the camera to a computer with the help of the supplied USB cable. Follow the instructions below. Set up the wireless connection - Windows 1. Connect the power adapter to the camera. Press the power cable into the cable clip on the rear panel.
AXIS 206 - Install the AXIS 206W 9. Wait at least 10 seconds for the settings to take effect and then restart the camera by disconnecting and reconnecting the power cable. Discover the IP address for the AXIS 206W If you set the IP address manually, you can now access the camera’s web interface simply by starting a browser and entering the IP address.
17 AXIS 206 - Access the Camera Access the Camera Access From a Browser The AXIS 206 can be used with most standard operating systems and browsers. The recommended browser is Internet Explorer with Windows, or Mozilla/Firefox with other operating systems. See also the Technical Specifications, on page 37. 1. Start a browser (e.g. Internet Explorer, Mozilla) 2. Enter the IP address or host name of the AXIS 206 in the Location/Address field of your browser. Select the language and password 1.
AXIS 206 - Access the Camera The Live View page of the AXIS 206 is now displayed, with links to the Setup tools that allow you to customize the camera to your specific needs. Help - Displays online help on all aspects of using the camera. Setup - Provides all the tools needed to set up the camera to your requirements. Live View - Shows live video from the camera.
19 AXIS 206 - Focusing Focusing To focus the AXIS 206, see the illustration below. A small dot is located over the top of the lens assembly. The focus ring features a raised line. To focus: Open a browser and examine the image. If required, adjust the focus ring until the focus is satisfactory. Focus Ring Status Indicator Notes: •Upon delivery, the raised line is aligned with the dot above the lens, and the focus is set to infinity.
AXIS 206 - The Live View Page The Live View Page Depending on whether or not the Live View page has been customized, the buttons described below may or may not be visible. To resize the image, click the View Size buttons: half-size (x1/2), full-size (x1), x2 or x4. Note that this does not change the image’s resolution, but simply how it is displayed. The Snapshot button saves a snapshot of the image currently being displayed. Right-click on the image to save it in JPEG format on your computer.
21 AXIS 206 - Image and Layout Configuration Image and Layout Configuration This section provides an overview of all of the setup tools, and also describes some of the image and layout configuration options. The System Options are described on page 28. The setup tools for the AXIS 206 are accessed from a standard browser (see Supported Web Browsers, on page 37). Follow the instructions below to access the Setup tools from a browser. 1.
AXIS 206 - Image and Layout Configuration Overview of the Setup tools Basic Configuration The links under Basic Configuration are shortcuts providing a convenient way of making the basic settings the first time the unit is configured. Tools Description Instructions General Instructions Users See System Options > Security > Users below TCP/IP See System Options > Network > TCP/IP below.
23 AXIS 206 - Image and Layout Configuration Language Tools Settings Description Language Select language To display the entire camera web interface in another language, select a language from the available options. Using the Setup tools The following descriptions offer examples of the features available in the AXIS 206. For complete details of each feature, please refer to the online help available from the Setup tools. Click to access the help function.
AXIS 206 - Image and Layout Configuration Overlay Settings You can include the date and time and text as an overlay in the video image. These overlay items are all included on one line at the top or bottom of the video image. Text, date and time overlays Video Stream Set the video stream time as unlimited, by selecting the Unlimited radio button, or define a maximum time per session, in seconds, minutes or hours.
25 AXIS 206 - Image and Layout Configuration Default Viewer for Motion JPEG in Internet Explorer for Windows Select the appropriate radio button for the viewer to use in IE for Windows. Please see the online help for more information. AMC (AXIS Media Control) Settings Check the Show viewer toolbar box to display the AXIS Media Control (AMC) viewer toolbar under the video image in your browser. This toolbar is only available when using AMC.
AXIS 206 - Image and Layout Configuration Customizing the default page The appearance of the default AXIS 206 Live View page can be customized to suit your own requirements, by selecting and configuring items such as the text color, background picture, etc. To use your own home page, check the box provided and select the file for the web page. Note that to make the page available in the drop-down list it must first be uploaded.
27 AXIS 206 - Image and Layout Configuration Upload Own Web Files Your own web files, background pictures, etc., must first be uploaded to the AXIS 206 in order to be available for selection in the Custom Settings setup dialog. Once uploaded, the files are shown in the drop-down list. 1. Click the Browse button and browse to the file to upload, e.g. a file located on your workstation. 2. Select the user level for the uploaded file.
AXIS 206 - System Options System Options Users User access control is enabled by default. An administrator can set up other users, by giving these user names and passwords. It is also possible to allow anonymous viewer login, which means that anybody may access the Live View page, as described below: Users - the user list displays the authorized users and user groups (levels): Viewer Provides the lowest level of access, which only allows access to the Live View page.
29 AXIS 206 - System Options Network - Basic TCP/IP Settings IP Address Configuration The IP address for the AXIS 206/206M/206W can be set automatically via DHCP, or a fixed IP address can be set manually. A host name can be used and there are options for setting up notification of changes in the IP address. DHCP is enabled by default. Notes: •DHCP is a protocol for automatic IP address assignment on a network.
AXIS 206 - System Options Network - Advanced TCP/IP Settings DNS Configuration DNS (Domain Name System) provides the translation of host names to IP addresses on your network. Obtain DNS server address via DHCP - automatically use the DNS server settings provided by the DHCP server. Click the View button to see the current settings.
31 AXIS 206 - System Options NAT traversal (port mapping) Use NAT traversal when your AXIS 206/206M/206W is located on an intranet (LAN) and you wish to make it available from the other (WAN) side of a NAT router. With NAT traversal properly configured, all HTTP traffic to an external HTTP port in the NAT router will be forwarded to the camera. Note that for NAT traversal to work, this must also be supported by the network router.
AXIS 206 - System Options Wireless Settings (AXIS 206W only) These settings control how the AXIS 206W interacts with the wireless network. Apart from identifying the wireless network, it is also possible to enable wireless encryption. Important! If the wireless settings need to be changed and the USB cable is not available, be sure to change the settings in the AXIS 206W first and then duplicate the settings in your access point.
33 AXIS 206 - System Options Wireless Settings These settings control how the AXIS 206W interacts with the wireless network. Apart from identifying the wireless network, it is also possible to enable wireless encryption. SSID - This is the name of the wireless network the AXIS 206W is configured for. The field accepts up to 32 alphanumeric characters. The name must be exactly the same as that used in the wireless access point, or the connection will not be established.
AXIS 206 - System Options WEP - Key Type - The key types available depend on the access point being used. The following options are available: • Manual - Allows you to manually enter the hex key. • ASCII - In this method the string must be exactly 5 characters for 64-bit WEP and 13 characters for 128-bit WEP. • Passphrase - The passphrase can contain up to 31 characters. In 64-bit WEP, the Passphrase generates 4 different keys.
35 AXIS 206 - System Options Maintenance • Restart - The unit is restarted without changing any of the settings. Use this method if the unit is not behaving as expected. • Restore - The unit is restarted and most current settings are reset to the factory default values. The only settings saved are: • the boot protocol (DHCP or static) • the static IP address • the default router • the subnet mask • the language currently in use • Default - The Default button should be used with caution.
AXIS 206 - System Options Resetting to the Factory Default Settings To reset the AXIS 206 to the original factory default settings, go to the System Options > Maintenance web page, or use the Control button on the rear of the camera (see the illustration on page 7) as described below: Using the Control Button To reset the AXIS 206 to the factory default settings using the Control Button: 1. Disconnect the power adapter. 2. Press and hold the Control button while reconnecting the power. 3.
37 AXIS 206 - Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Item Specification Supported Operating Systems Windows (XP, 2000, NT4.0, ME, 98) Linux, Mac OSX. Supported Web Browsers For Windows - Internet Explorer 5.x or later, Mozilla 1.4* or later, Firefox 1.0* or later. For Linux - Mozilla 1.4* or later, Firefox 1.0* or later. For Mac OSX - Mozilla 1.4* or later, Netscape 7.1* or later, Firefox 1.0* or later.
AXIS 206 - Technical Specifications Item Specification Approvals - EMC EN 55022:1998+A1, Class B EN 61000-3-2:2000 EN 61000-3-3:1995+A1 EN 55024:1998+A1 EN 61000-6-1:2001 CISPR24:1997+A1 Compliance - EMC FCC part 15, Subpart B, Class A FCC part 15, Subpart B, Class B demonstrated by compliance with EN 55022 (CISPR 22) VCCI:2003 C-Tick AS/NZS 3548 Approvals - Safety EN 60950, UL (Power adapter only), CSA (Power adapter only) Approvals - Radio (AXIS 206W) US/CAN: FCC CFR47 Part 15.247, 15.205, 15.
39 AXIS 206 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Checking the Firmware One of your first actions when troubleshooting a problem should be to check the currently installed firmware version. The latest version may contain a correction that fixes your particular problem. The current firmware version in your AXIS 206 can be seen on the page Setup > Basic Configuration. Upgrading the Firmware Firmware is software that determines the functionality of the AXIS 206.
AXIS 206 - Troubleshooting Emergency Recovery Procedure If power to the AXIS 206 is lost during the upgrade, the process will fail and the unit will become unresponsive. A flashing red Status LED indicates a failed upgrade. To recover the AXIS 206 or the AXIS 206M, follow the steps below. If the upgrade for the AXIS 206W fails, please contact Axis support at: www.axis.com/techsup Recover the AXIS 206/AXIS 206M 1.
41 AXIS 206 - Troubleshooting Axis Support If you need to contact Axis support, please help us to help you, by providing the server report, the log file and a brief description of the problem. Server Report - go to Setup > System Options > Support Overview. The server report contains important information about the server and its software, as well as a list of the current parameters. The Log file is available from Setup > System Options > Logs & Reports.
AXIS 206 - Troubleshooting The AXIS 206W cannot be accessed from a Web browser The wireless settings in the AXIS 206W Check that the SSID and security settings are identical in the camera and in the access point. Check the configuration with the USB cable. See page 15. Check the configuration do not match those in the wireless in the wireless access point. access point. Support for 802.11b disabled or missing. Check that the wireless access point supports the 802.11b standard and that this is enabled.
43 AXIS 206 - Troubleshooting Browser freezes Netscape 7.x or Mozilla 1.4 (or later) can sometimes freeze on a slow computer. Lower the image resolution. Problems uploading own files Limited space. There is only limited space available for the upload of your own files. To free up space, try deleting one or more existing files. For additional assistance, please contact your reseller or see the support pages on the Axis website at www.axis.
AXIS 206 - Glossary 44 Glossary of Terms ActiveX - A control (or set of rules) used by a browser. ActiveX controls are often downloaded and installed automatically as required. and practically free of charge. Lux - A standard unit for the measurement of light, where 1 Lux equals the light emitted from a single candle at a distance of one meter. Mbit/s - Megabits per second. A unit for measuring speeds in networks. A LAN might run at 10 or 100 Mbit/s. AMC - AXIS Media Control.
45 AXIS 206 - Glossary a wired LAN. Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) - A term developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance to describe wireless local area network (WLAN) products that are based on the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers’ (IEEE) 802.11 standard. WPA-PSK (Wi-Fi Protected Access - Pre-Shared Key) - This wireless encryption method uses a pre-shared key (PSK) for key management.
AXIS 206 - Index Index A H Host name 30 HTML Examples 27 Access from the Internet 18 Access point 32 Accessing the camera 17 Active Transmit Key 34 Advanced image settings 23 Advanced TCP/IP settings 30 AMC 18 Authentication 33 AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service 11, 29 AXIS IP Utility 11 AXIS Setup Tool 15 I B Languages 17 Layout 24 Layout configuration 21 LED indicators 10, 34 Live View page 20 Logs & reports 35 Backup 35 Basic configuration 22 Basic TCP/IP settings 29 C Configuration 21 Control b
47 AXIS 206 - Index P Port mapping 31 Power connector 8 R Recovery 40 Resolutions 7 Restart 35 Restore 35 Routers 31 S Scan wireless networks 32 Security 33 Serial number 8 Services 29 Set IP address 11 Setup Tools 22 SMTP 34 Snapshot button 20, 24 Specifications 37 SSID 33 Support 35 System options 28 System options overview 22 T Troubleshooting 39 U Upgrade server 35 Uploading web files 27 UPnP 12, 34 USB cable connector 9 Users 28 V Video stream 24 View size 20 W Wall mounting 10 WEP 7, 33
