AXIS 211M Network Camera User’s Manual
About this Document This manual is intended for administrators and users of the AXIS 211M Network Camera, and is applicable for software release 4.40 and later. It includes instructions for using and managing the camera 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.
AXIS 211M - Table of contents Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Key features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using the Network Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AXIS 211M - Table of contents Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Optimizing your system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AXIS 211M - Product Features Product Features The AXIS 211M is a high performance megapixel network camera, designed for professional video surveillance. Thanks to its high quality megapixel sensor, it delivers crisp and clear images, perfect for identification of objects and persons. Key features • Superior image quality, with maximum resolution 1280x1024 • Video streams from the camera available on the network as real-time, full frame rate Motion JPEG and/or MPEG-4 video streams.
AXIS 211M - Product Features Overview Status indicator & Microphone Underside Tele/wide puller DC-Iris control cable DC-Iris Focus puller Mounting screw hole Serial number Control button Power indicator Network indicator Rear panel External microphone/ line in I/O terminal connector Audio output line out Network connector (and PoE) 6 Power connector
AXIS 211M - Product Features External microphone/line in - One 3.5mm input for a mono microphone, or for line in mono signal (only the left channel is used from a stereo signal). Audio output/line out - Audio output (line level) can be connected to a public address (PA) system or an active speaker with a built-in amplifier. A stereo connector must be used for the audio out. Power Connector - For connection of the PS-K power adapter (included).
AXIS 211M - Using the Network Camera Using the Network Camera This document includes instructions for using and managing the AXIS 211M. For instructions on how to install the AXIS 211M on your network refer to the Installation Guide which is supplied with the product in the printed format or in PDF format from the Axis Web site at http://www.axis.com The AXIS 211M can be used with most standard operating systems and browsers.
AXIS 211M - Using the Network Camera 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. w View size buttons are available for Motion JPEG. Scale the image to an 800 pixel width and return the image to full scale. The Video Format drop-down list allows the video format on the Live View page to be temporarily changed. The Output buttons control the output directly from the Live View page.
AXIS 211M - Using the Network Camera AMC audio controls There are audio controls for controlling the client computer’s speaker output. These controls are only available when audio is enabled, see AXIS Media Control (AMC), on page 12 and Audio, on page 17. Click the Speaker and Microphone buttons to switch the sound off and on for the speaker and microphone, respectively. Use the sliders to control the volume on the speaker and microphone. The volume can be set between 0 and 100.
AXIS 211M - Video Stream Video Stream The AXIS 211M provides several different image and video stream formats. The type to use depends on your requirements and on the properties of your network. The Live View page in the AXIS 211M provides access to MPEG-4 and Motion JPEG video streams, as well as single JPEG images. Other applications and clients can also access these video streams/images directly, without going via the Live View page.
AXIS 211M - Video Stream MPEG-4 clients AXIS Media Control (AMC) The recommended method of accessing live video (MPEG-4 and Motion JPEG) from the AXIS 211M is to use the AXIS Media Control (AMC) in Microsoft Internet Explorer in Windows. The AMC control panel can be used to configure various video and audio settings. Please see the readme file included in the tool for more information. The AMC control panel is automatically installed on first use, after which it can be configured.
AXIS 211M - Configuration Configuration This section describes how to configure the camera, and is intended for product Administrators and Operators. For a description of user access rights, see Security, on page 26. The camera is configured from Setup, from a standard browser. The descriptions below show examples of the features available in the AXIS 211M. For details of each setting, please refer to the online help available from the Setup tools. Click to access the online help.
AXIS 211M - Video and Image settings Video and Image settings The following descriptions show examples of some of the features available in the AXIS 211M. For details of each setting, please refer to the online help available from the to access the online help setup tools. Click Image Appearance Use these settings to change the image as required. The image can be rotated, the image resolution and compression can be adjusted, and the white balance can be changed.
AXIS 211M - Video and Image settings Overlay/Mask Settings Overlay/Mask Type The following options are available for overlays and masks: • Uploaded image as overlay • Configurable areas as privacy mask Uploaded image as overlay is a text and/or a static image superimposed over the video image, for extra information. To upload an overlay image to the camera: 1. Select the type of overlay to use in Overlay/Mask Type. 2.
AXIS 211M - Video and Image settings Advanced - MPEG-4 Settings GOV Settings The GOV structure describes the composition of the MPEG-4 video stream. Setting the GOV-length to a high value saves considerably on bandwidth. The Cyclic refresh parameter gives a smoother bit rate and can be useful if bandwidth is limited. Note: Cyclic refresh should not be enabled if Event handling is enabled and the file format is set to MPEG-4 in Upload images/video (see Setup > Event configuration > Event settings).
AXIS 211M - Audio Settings Audio Settings The AXIS 211M can transmit audio to other clients using a connected external microphone or the internal microphone and can play audio received from other clients via connected speakers. This section describes how to configure the basic audio settings for the AXIS 211M, e.g. set the communication mode and adjust the sound levels in the microphone and speakers connected to the camera. Note: The speakers connected to the audio output must have a built-in amplifier, e.
AXIS 211M - Audio Settings Depending on the selected encoding, set the desired Bit rate (audio quality). The settings depend on the available bandwidth and the required audio quality, i.e. a high bit rate setting requires more bandwidth. The AXIS 211M can be set to trigger an event if the incoming sound level rises above, falls below or passes the set value. The Alarm level is set between 0-100%.
AXIS 211M - Live View Config Live View Config These are the tools for deciding the layout of the camera’s Live View page. The layout can be set in 3 ways: • Use Axis look - the layout is unchanged. • Use custom settings - modify the default Live View page with your own colors, images etc. Click the Configure button and see below. • Own Home Page - Use your own custom page as the default web page. Click the Configure button and see the following page.
AXIS 211M - Live View Config Own home page From Live View Layout, select the radio button Use custom settings and click Configure. Check the box Use own home page at the bottom of this dialog, To use a previously uploaded web page (see above) as the default home page, select the page from the drop-down list and click OK. User Defined Links Enter a descriptive name and enter the URL in the provided field. Example 1. Check Show Custom Link 1 2. Enter a descriptive name, e.g. My Website 3.
AXIS 211M - Live View Config Default Viewer When using Microsoft Internet Explorer (IE) for Windows, select your preferred method of viewing moving images. The options are: • AMC(ActiveX)- This is the best choice for fast image updating in Internet Explorer, but might not be possible on computers that have restriction on the installation of additional software. • QuickTime - For use with MPEG-4 only, select this to use the QuickTime plug-in for Microsoft Internet Explorer.
AXIS 211M - Event Configuration Event Configuration An event in the camera is when an Event Type is activated and causes certain actions to be performed. The event type is the set of parameters (or conditions) that specifies how and when which actions will be performed. A common event type is when the camera uploads images when an alarm occurs. Many event types use an Event Server, to e.g. upload images to. This section describes how to set up event servers and event types, i.e.
AXIS 211M - Event Configuration Triggered Event A Triggered event can be activated by: • • • • • Input port - a switch (e.g. a push button) connected to the camera Manual trigger - a manually activated action, e.g. from an action button in the web interface Detected movement in a configured motion detection window Audio alarm on restart (reboot) after, e.g. power loss How to set up a triggered event This example describes how to set the camera to upload images when, e.g the main door is opened: 1.
AXIS 211M - Event Configuration Configuration example: 1. Click Add scheduled on the Event types page. 2. Enter a descriptive name for the event, e.g. “Scheduled e-mail upload.” 3. Set the priority (High, Normal or Low). 4. Set the Activation Time parameters (24h clock) when the event will be active, e.g. start on Sundays at 13.00 with a duration of 12 hours. 5. Set the When Activated... parameters, i.e.
AXIS 211M - Event Configuration Object size, history and sensitivity: History Object Size Sensitivity High level Only very large objects trigger motion detection An object that appears in the region will trigger Ordinary colored objects on ordinary backthe motion detection for a long period grounds will trigger the motion detection Low level Even very small objects trigger motion detection An object that appears in the region will trigger Only very bright objects on a dark backmotion detection for o
AXIS 211M - System Options System Options Security User access control is enabled by default, when the administrator sets the root password on first access. An administrator can set up other users, by giving these user names and passwords.
AXIS 211M - System Options 802.1X - Network Admission Control IEEE 802.1X is an IEEE standard for port-based Network Admission Control. It provides authentication to devices attached to a network port (wired or wireless), establishing a point-to-point connection, or, if authentication fails, preventing access on that port. 802.1X is based on EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol). In an 802.
AXIS 211M - System Options Use the predefined formats or use your own custom date and time formats. See Advanced File Naming & for information on how to create your own file formats. Date/Time Formats in the online help Network - Basic TCP/IP Settings IP Address Configuration The AXIS 211M supports both IP version 4 and IP version 6. Both versions may be enabled simultaneously, and at least one version must always be enabled.
AXIS 211M - System Options Use the following DNS server address - enter the desired DNS server by specifying the following: Domain name - enter the domain(s) to search for the host name used by the AXIS 211M. Multiple domains can be separated by semicolons (;). The host name is always the first part of a Fully Qualified Domain Name, e.g. myserver is the host name in the Fully Qualified Domain Name myserver.mycompany.com where mycompany.com is the Domain name.
AXIS 211M - System Options Notes: • For NAT traversal to work, this must also be supported by the broadband router. • The broadband router has many different names: “NAT router”, “Network router“, Internet Gateway”, “Broadband sharing device” or “Home firewall” but the essential purpose of the device is the same. Enable/Disable - When enabled, the AXIS 211M will attempt to configure port mapping in a NAT router on your network, using UPnP™.
AXIS 211M - System Options QoS DSCP Settings For each type of network traffic supported by your Axis network video product, enter a DSCP (Differentiated Services Codepoint) value. This value is used to mark the traffic’s IP header. When the marked traffic reaches a network router or switch, the DSCP value in the IP header tells the router or switch which type of treatment to apply to this type of traffic, for example, how much bandwidth to reserve for it.
AXIS 211M - System Options Maintenance •Restart - The camera is restarted without changing any of the settings. •Restore - The unit is restarted and most current settings are reset to factory default values. The settings that will not be reset are as follows: • the boot protocol (DHCP or static) • the static IP address • the default router • the subnet mask •Default - The default button should be used with caution.
AXIS 211M - System Options Advanced Scripting is an advanced function that provides the means for customizing and using scripts. Caution! The scripting function is a very powerful tool. Improper use may cause unexpected behavior or even loss of contact with the unit. If a script does cause problems, reset the unit to its factory default settings (in which case, a previously saved backup file will be useful for returning the unit to its latest configuration).
AXIS 211M - I/O Terminal Connector I/O Terminal Connector The I/O terminal connector is used in applications such as motion detection, event triggering, time lapse recording and alarm notifications. It provides the interface to: • • • 1 transistor output - For connecting external devices such as relays and LEDs. Connected devices can be activated by AXIS VAPIX AP, output buttons on the Live View page or by an Event Type.
AXIS 211M - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Checking the Firmware Firmware is software that determines the functionality of the AXIS 211M. 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 camera can be seen on the page Setup > Basic Configuration.
AXIS 211M - Troubleshooting Axis Support If you contact Axis support, please help us to help you solve your problems, 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 211M - Troubleshooting Video/Image problems - general No images in browser (Internet Explorer for Windows only) To enable the updating of video images in Microsoft Internet Explorer, set your browser to allow ActiveX controls. Also, make sure that AXIS Media Control (AMC) component is installed on your workstation. Installation of additional ActiveX com- Configure your camera to use a Java applet for updating the video images under ponent restricted or prohibited.
AXIS 211M - Troubleshooting Faulty power supply. Check that you are using an AXIS PS-K power supply. The Status indicator LED is flashing red and the camera is inaccessible A firmware upgrade has been interrupted or the firmware has otherwise been damaged. See the Emergency Recovery Procedure above. Poor quality snapshot images Screen incorrectly configured on your workstation. In Display Properties, configure your screen to show at least 65000 colors, i.e. at least 16-bit.
AXIS 211M - Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Item Specification Image sensor 1/3” Micron Progressive Scan RGB CMOS 1.3 Megapixel Lens 3.0 - 8.0 mm, F1.0, DC-iris, CS mount. Horizontal viewing angle: 35º-93°, Minimum illumination 1lux, F1.
AXIS 211M - Technical Specifications Item Specification Installation, management and maintenance AXIS Camera Management tool on CD and web-based configuration Configuration of backup and restore Firmware upgrades over HTTP or FTP, firmware available at www.axis.
AXIS 211M - Technical Specifications General performance considerations When setting up your system, it is important to consider how various settings and situations will affect performance. Some factors affect the amount of bandwidth (the bit rate) required, others can affect the frame rate, and some will affect both. If the load on the CPU reaches its maximum, this will also affect the frame rate.
AXIS 211M - Glossary of Terms Glossary of Terms CGI (Common Gateway Interface) - A specification for communication between a web server and other (CGI) programs. For example, a HTML page that contains a form might use a CGI program to process the form data once it is submitted. 802.1x - An IEEE standard for port-based Network Admission Control.
AXIS 211M - Glossary of Terms Factory default settings - These are the settings that originally applied for a device when it was first delivered from the factory. If it should become necessary to reset a device to its factory default settings, this will, for many devices, completely reset any settings that were changed by the user. Hub - A (network) hub is used to connect multiple devices to the network.
AXIS 211M - Glossary of Terms Linux - Linux is an open source operating system within the Unix family. Because of its robustness and availability, Linux has won popularity in the open source community and among commercial application developers. PEM (Privacy Enhanced Mail) - An early standard for securing electronic mail. The PEM-format is often used for representing an HTTPS certificate or certificate request.
AXIS 211M - Glossary of Terms Subnet/subnet mask - A subnet is an identifiably separate part of an organization's network. Typically, a subnet may represent all the machines at one geographic location, in one building, or on the same local area network (LAN). Having an organization's network divided into subnets allows it to be connected to the Internet with a single shared network address. Alternatively, the total number of pixels (usually in megapixels) in the image can be used.
AXIS 211M - Glossary of Terms WAN (Wide-Area-Network) - Similar to a LAN, but on a larger geographical scale. W-LAN (Wireless LAN) - A wireless LAN is a wireless local area network that uses radio waves as its carrier: where the network connections for end-users are wireless. The main network structure usually uses cables. Web server - A Web server is a program, which allows Web browsers to retrieve files from computers connected to the Internet.
AXIS 211M - Index A H Accessing the video stream 12 Action 20, 22 Action buttons 20 Active/Inactive 20 ActiveX Controls 8 Administrator 13 Alarm 18, 24, 34 Alarm level 18 AMC viewer toolbar 9 ARP/Ping 28 Audio 7, 10 Audio input 17 Audio output 18 Auxiliary Power 34 AXIS Media Control 17 AXIS VAPIX API 20 Half duplex 17 Host Name 29 HTML examples 21 HTTP Server 22 HTTPS 26 I I/O Ports 31 I/O Terminal Connector 7 Include Windows 24 Input 34 IP address filtering 26 L B Backup 32 Bit Rate 16, 18 Buffer
AXIS 211M - Index Q QoS 30 QuickTime 12 Support 32 System options 26 System Overview 32 R T Real Player 12 Record button 9 Recovery 35 Restore 32 TCP Server 22 TCP/IP Settings 28 Text overlay 15 Time Mode 27 Triggered Event 22 S U Scheduled Event 22 Scheduled event 23 Security 26 Sequence mode 9 Serial Number 7 Server Time 27 Services 28 Simplex 17 Snapshot button 9 SNMP 31 Upgrade Server 32 Upgrading the firmware 35 Uploading web files 19 UPnP 29, 31 User-defined links 20 Users 26 V Video Stre
