AXIS 209FD/FD-R Fixed Dome Network Camera User’s Manual
About this Document This manual is intended for administrators and users of the AXIS 209FD/FD-R Network Camera, and is applicable for software release 4.43 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.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Contents Product overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Key features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Product overview Description The AXIS 209FD/FD-R Fixed Dome Network Camera is a high-performance, progressive-scan camera with a discreet compact casing that effectively protects against tampering. The AXIS 209FD is ideally suited for office and business locations, whereas the product casing of the AXIS 209FD-R allows it to be used in humid environments such as professional in-vehicle surveillance.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Overview 39mm Front view Rear view Position of rear cable exit (optional) Side view Base plate ∅100mm ∅102mm Screw holes Product ID & Serial number (S/N) label Screw hole Screw hole Screw hole Screw hole Indicator LEDs Control button Dimensions Diameter 1 = 102mm (4.02”), Diameter 2 = 100mm (3.94”) Height = 39mm (1.54”) Weight = 0.18 kg (0.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Control button - Press this button to install using the AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service, or to restore the factory default settings, as described in Resetting to the factory default settings, on page 31. LED Indicators LED Color Description Network Green Amber Unlit Green Steady for connection to 100 Mbit/s network. Flashes for network activity. Steady for connection to 10 Mbit/s network. Flashes for network activity. No connection. Shows steady green for normal operation.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Accessing the Camera Before accessing the camera it must be installed. Please see the installation guide supplied with the product. The camera can be used with most standard operating systems and browsers. The recommended browser is Microsoft Internet Explorer with Windows, Safari with Macintosh and Mozilla with other operating systems.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Setting the root password 1. When accessing the camera for the first time, the ‘Configure Root Password’ dialog will be displayed on the screen. 2. Enter a password and then re-enter it, to confirm the spelling. Click OK. 3. The ‘Enter Network Password’ dialog will appear. Enter the User name: root Note: The default administrator user name root is permanent and cannot be deleted or altered. 4. Enter the password as set in step 2 above, and click OK.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Video Streams The AXIS 209FD/FD-R 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 provides access to MPEG-4 and Motion JPEG video streams, as well as to single JPEG images. Other applications and clients can also access these video streams/images directly, without going via the Live View page.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R MPEG-4 clients AXIS Media Control (AMC) The recommended method of accessing live video (MPEG-4 and Motion JPEG) from the AXIS 209FD/FD-R 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.
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AXIS 209FD/FD-R Configuration This section describes how to configure the camera, and is intended for product Administrators, who have unrestricted access to all the Setup tools, and Operators, who have access to the settings for Video & Image, Audio, Live View Config and Event Configuration. The camera is configured from Setup, from a standard browser. (For supported browsers, see Technical Specifications, on page 36). The descriptions below show examples of the features available in the AXIS 209FD/FD-R.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Video & Image Settings 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. The configuration of the video image will affect the camera’s overall performance, depending on how it is used and on the available bandwidth. Setting higher resolution and lower compression improves video image quality, but increases the amount of bandwidth required.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R For a preview of the image before saving, click Test. When satisfied with the settings, click Save. Please note that the preview image will be in JPEG format, even though the settings are valid both for Motion JPEG and MPEG-4. Overlay/Mask Overlay/Mask Type When using an image overlay, select from the following options the type to use: Text, date and time overlays • Uploaded image as overlay - usually used to provide extra information in Overlay image the video image.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Upload and use an overlay/mask To upload an overlay image/privacy mask to the camera: 1. Select the type of overlay to use in Overlay/Mask Type. 2. In the field Upload own image, click the Browse button and locate the image file on your computer or server. 3. Click the Upload button and follow the on-screen instructions. To use an already uploaded image: 1. Select an uploaded image from the Use image drop-down list. 2.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Advanced - Camera Settings This page contains settings for fine-tuning the video image.. Lighting Conditions To compensate for the lighting Conditions, the Color level, the Brightness, the Sharpness, and the exposure control can all be adjusted. Low Light Behavior Exposure priority defines the balance between image quality and the frame rate. Higher image quality may reduce frame rate and increase motion blur. A prioritized frame rate may instead increased image noise.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Advanced - MPEG-4 Settings These are the tools for adjusting the MPEG-4 settings and controlling the video bit rate. 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.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Live View Config Layout The settings on this page allow you to decide the layout of the Live View page. You can e.g. include action buttons, decide the default video format and the defalut viewer. Action Buttons The manual trigger button can be used to manually trigger and stop an event from the Live View page. See Event Configuration, on page 20. Enabling the display of the Snapshot button allows users to save a snapshot from the video stream by clicking the button.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Default Viewer From the drop-down lists, select the default method for viewing video images for your browser. The camera will attempt to show the video images in the selected video format and viewer. If this is not possible, the camera will override the settings and select the best available combination. Browser Windows Internet Explorer Other browsers Viewer Description AMC Recommended viewer in Windows Internet Explorer (MPEG-4 /Motion JPEG). QuickTime MPEG-4 only.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R 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 receive uploaded images. This section describes how to set up event servers and event types, i.e.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Triggered Events A Triggered event can be activated by: • a manual trigger from an action button in the web interface, or by a trigger sent via the VAPIX® API • detected movement in a configured motion detection window • on restart (boot) after e.g. power loss • a temperature alarm • a camera tampering alarm (AXIS 209FD-R) How to set up a triggered event This example describes how to set up the camera to upload images when e.g there is movement in the image: 1.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Scheduled Events A Scheduled event can be activated at preset times, in a repeating pattern on selected days. 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 209FD/FD-R Motion Detection Motion detection is used to generate an alarm whenever movement occurs (or stops) in the video image. A total of 10 Include and/or Exclude windows can be configured.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R System Options Security User access control is enabled by default. An administrator can set up other new users, by giving them 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.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Date & Time Current Server Time - displays the current date and time (24h clock). The time can be displayed in 12h clock format in the Overlay (see below). New Server Time - Select your time zone from the drop-down list. If you want the server clock to automatically adjust for daylight savings time, select the Automatically adjust for daylight saving time changes.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Click Settings... to register the camera with the Axis Internet Dynamic DNS service, or to modify the existing settings (requires access to the Internet). The domain name currently registered at the Axis Internet Dynamic DNS service for your product can at any time be removed. For more information, please refer to the online help. Network - Advanced TCP/IP Settings DNS Configuration DNS (Domain Name Service) provides the translation of host names to IP addresses on your network.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Use NAT traversal when your AXIS 209FD/FD-R 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. LAN (intranet) WAN (internet) Broadband (NAT) router ISP Notes: • For NAT traversal to work, this must also be supported by the broadband router.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R SOCKS SOCKS is a networking proxy protocol. The AXIS 209FD/FD-R can be configured to use a SOCKS server to reach networks on the other side of a firewall/proxy server. This functionality is useful if the camera is located on a local network behind a firewall, but notifications, uploads, alarms, etc., need to be sent to a destination outside the local network (e.g. to the Internet).
AXIS 209FD/FD-R UPnP™ The camera includes support for UPnP™, which is enabled by default. If also enabled on your computer, the camera will automatically be detected and a new icon will be added to “My Network Places.” Note: UPnP must also be enabled on your Windows XP or ME computer. To do this, open the Control Panel from the Start Menu and select Add/Remove Programs. Select Add/Remove Windows Components and open the Networking Services section. Click Details and then select UPnP as the service to add.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Logs & Reports When contacting Axis support, please be sure to provide a valid Server Report with your query. The Access Log is automatically included in the server report. Information This page gives you access to the following log files and reports that may prove useful when troubleshooting a problem or when contacting the Axis support web. System Log - Provides information about system events.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Resetting to the factory default settings To reset the camera to the original factory default settings, go to the System Options > Maintenance web page (as described in Maintenance, on page 29) or use the Control button, which is found inside the camera cover (see Overview, on page 6) as described below: Using the Control Button To reset the camera to the factory default settings using the Control Button: 1. Remove the camera’s cover. 2. Disconnect the network to remove power. 3.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Troubleshooting Checking the firmware Firmware is software that determines the functionality of the AXIS 209FD/FD-R. 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 209FD/FD-R 4. After the upgrade has completed (1-10 minutes), the unit will automatically restart and show a steady green on the Power and Status LEDs and flashing green or amber on the Network LED. 5. Referring to the installation guide, reinstall the camera. 6. Windows - If you are using a DHCP server, type the following from a command/DOS prompt: arp -d If the emergency recovery procedure does not get the camera up and running again, please contact Axis support at www.axis.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Symptoms, Possible Causes and Remedial Actions Problems setting the IP address When using ARP/Ping Try the installation again. The IP address must be set within two minutes after power has been applied to the camera. Ensure the Ping length is set to 408. See the Installation Guide. The camera is located on a different subnet If the IP address intended for the camera and the IP address of your computer are located on different subnets, you will not be able to set the IP address.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R A firmware upgrade has been inter- See the Emergency Recovery Procedure above. rupted or the firmware has otherwise been damaged No images displayed on web page Problem with AMC. (Internet Explorer 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.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Technical Specifications Item Specification Models AXIS 209FD: VGA AXIS 209FD-R: Rugged Image sensor 1/4” Micron Progressive Scan RG B VGA CMOS Lens • 3.0mm, F2.0, fixed iris • Focus range: 0.5m to infinity Angle of view • 62° horizontal Camera angle adjustment • Tilt: 0-90° • Pan: ±10° • Rotation: ±10° Illumination 1.5-10000 lux, F2.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R 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 209FD/FD-R 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 209FD/FD-R For MPEG-4, if there is only limited bandwidth available, and if this is more important than the image quality, using a constant bit rate (CBR) is recommended. Use a variable bit rate (VBR) if the image quality needs to be maintained at a higher level. If supported on the network, consider also using MPEG-4 multicasting, as the bandwidth consumption will be much lower.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Glossary of Terms ActiveX - A standard that enables software components to interact with one another in a networked environment, regardless of the language(s) used to create them. Web browsers may come into contact with ActiveX controls, ActiveX documents, and ActiveX scripts. ActiveX controls are often downloaded and installed automatically as required. AF (Autofocus) - A system by which the camera lens automatically focuses on a selected part of the subject.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R the other. A firewall can be software running on a computer, or it can be a standalone hardware device. Focal length - Measured in millimetres, the focal length of a camera lens determines the width of the horizontal field of view, which in turn is measured in degrees. FTP (File Transfer Protocol) - An application protocol that uses the TCP/IP protocols. It is used to exchange files between computers/devices on networks. Frame - A frame is a complete video image.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Bit rate. expensive to power the device from a power outlet. Monitor - A monitor is very similar to a standard television set, but lacks the electronics to pick up regular television signals. PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) - A protocol that uses a serial interface for communication between two network devices. For example, a PC connected by a phone line to a server. Motion JPEG - Motion JPEG is a simple compression/decompression technique for networked video.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Router - A device that determines the next network point to which a packet should be forwarded on its way to its final destination. A router creates and/or maintains a special routing table that stores information on how best to reach certain destinations. A router is sometimes included as part of a network switch. See also switch. Server - In general, a server is a computer program that provides services to other computer programs in the same or other computers.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R WPA-PSK (Wi-Fi Protected Access - Pre-Shared Key) - This wireless encryption method uses a pre-shared key (PSK) for key management. Keys can usually be entered as manual hex values, as hexadecimal characters, or as a Passphrase. WPA-PSK provides a greater degree of security than WEP. Zoom lens - A zoom lens can be moved (zoomed) to enlarge the view of an object to show more detail.
AXIS 209FD/FD-R Index A Access Log 30 Action 20 Action Buttons 18 Administrator 12 Alarm 23 AMC 8 AMC Viewer Toolbar 9 ARP/Ping 25 B Backup 29 Bit Rate 17 Bonjour 8, 29 Buffer Size 21 Buffers 21 C Camera Tampering 22 Configuration 12 Connection List 30 Control Button 7, 31 D Date & Time 25 Default Viewer 19 DNS Configuration 26 DNS Server 26 Domain Name 26 E Emergency Recovery 32 Enable ARP/Ping 25 Event Servers 20 Events 20 F Factory Default Settings 31 Frame Rate 13 FTP Server 20 G GOV Setti
