AXIS 2120 Network Camera Now with support for AXIS 2191 Audio Module! User’s Manual R2.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual 2 About This Document Liability This document is intended for administrators and users of the AXIS 2120 Network Camera, and is applicable for firmware release 2.30. Although many of the operational aspects of the product are described in the on-line help, this manual contains information for configuring, managing and using the unit in your networking environment, as well as a general overview of the product functionality.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 The Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Installing the Audio Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Configuring the Audio Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Audio Module with Your Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Technical Specifications for the AXIS 2191 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Product Overview Product Overview The AXIS 2120 is a digital network camera running TCP/IP. It includes all of the required networking connectivity for distributing monitored images over a secure intranet network or the Internet. With its own built-in Web server, the AXIS 2120 provides high-quality imaging, and full Web-based control of the product management and configuration functions through a browser over your network.
Product Overview AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Features and Benefits Easy to Use - The AXIS 2120 is completely independent of any other server and requires no other special hardware or software such as PC frame grabber cards or viewing software. All you need is Netscape Navigator 4.x or above. Alternatively, you can use Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.x or above, together with the Axis ActiveX component. If your computer does not allow you to use ActiveX components, use the Java Applet instead.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Product Overview Image Updating - The on-board AXIS ETRAX 100 processor combined with the revolutionary AXIS ARTPEC-1 Real Time Picture Encoder provides an amazing power-synergy to deliver up to 25/30 frames/second (PAL/NTSC) over 10Mbps or 100Mbps networks. High Compression - The AXIS ARTPEC chip provides efficient compression of JPEG images and allows the variable compression ratio to be defined by the user.
Physical Description AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Physical Description Read the following information to familiarize yourself with the AXIS 2120, making particular note of where the connectors and indicators are located. As a supplement to the information provided in the Quick Installation Guide, this section provides a useful reference when installing the product.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Physical Description The Rear Panel RS-232 Serial Connector The serial connector provides the RS-232 interface for connecting a modem, or the connection for the AXIS 2191 Audio Module. For pinout information, see Appendix D The Unit Connectors. I/O Connector Provides the physical interface to a digital output, and a single digital photo-coupled input that is used for connecting a variety of external alarm devices to the AXIS 2120 including, IR-sensors, switches and alarm relays.
Assembling Your Camera AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Assembling Your Camera The information provided in this section will assist you in unpacking and assembling the product correctly. Once assembled, you are then ready to install and configure your product, as described in the following sections of this document. Checking the Hardware Inventory Unpack and check all the items against the itemized list below. You should contact your dealer immediately if you find anything is missing or damaged.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Assembling Your Camera Fixing the AXIS 2120 to a Mounting Assembly Caution! Although the AXIS 2120 Network Camera is supplied with a varifocal DC auto-Iris lens that automatically regulates the amount of light entering the camera, prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or halogen light may cause damage to the CCD. Consequently, Axis recommends extreme caution when installing your product in strong sunlight, as failure to do so may invalidate your product warranty.
Installing Your Camera on a Network AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Installing Your Camera on a Network • Macintosh users - Please refer to Notes for Macintosh Users, on page 61. • Easy installation - Use The AXIS IP Installer. See Using the AXIS IP Installer, on page 60. • Quick installation- Follow the instructions below to install the AXIS 2120 on an Ethernet network. Important! • • • • For details on how to install the AXIS 2120 to a modem, see Installing Your Camera to a Modem, on page 15.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Installing Your Camera on a Network You will now see ‘Request timed out...’ messages repeatedly returned in the window. Notes: •In Windows you can find out the IP address of your workstation by running winipcfg (Win 95/98/ME) or ipconfig (Win NT/2000) from the command line. •See also Other IP Setup Methods, on page 59. ❸ Connect an Ethernet cable to your AXIS 2120 and attach it to the network.
Installing Your Camera on a Network AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Verifying the Installation From Your Browser Having completed the installation procedure above, you should then verify the connection between the AXIS 2120 and the network, as follows: 1. Start your browser (see note below) and enter the name or IP address in the Location/Address field: Example! http://172.21.1.200/ The Home Page for your AXIS 2120 is now displayed: Installation Wizard and Administration Tools 2.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Installing Your Camera to a Modem Installing Your Camera to a Modem The information in this section describes how to connect the AXIS 2120 to a serial modem for transmitting images over a normal Dial-up connection. Before You Begin Before you can set up and access a modem-connected AXIS 2120 from a browser, you must first create a local connection to it. This connection is only required for the initial setup, and can be created using the network or the supplied Null Modem Cable.
Installing Your Camera to a Modem AXIS 2120 User’s Manual 3. Login with the username root and the password pass. The Phone Number and Modem Type that you enter are irrelevant at login and you can use dummy numbers for completing these dialogs. 4. Start your Dial-up Networking session and enter any URL containing a period; the AXIS 2120 emulates a DNS server and will respond to this regardless. 5.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Installing Your Camera to a Modem Connecting Your Computer Using the Null Modem Cable Important! • The information and screen examples featured here are specific to Windows NT. Although similar to the dial-up procedures in other Windows versions, small deviations in the dialog instructions for other operating systems should be expected. Refer to your system documentation for further information on creating a dial-up modem connection if you are using any other operating system.
Installing Your Camera to a Modem AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Creating a Dial-up Networking Connection Follow the steps below to create a dial-up networking connection to your AXIS 2120: ❶Double-click My Computer and then double-click the Dial-Up Networking icon. ❷Double-click the Make New Connection icon. ❸Provide the connection with a name (AxisCamera is the name used in the subsequent examples).
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Installing Your Camera to a Modem Refining the Dial-up Networking Properties Having created the dial-up connection for your AXIS 2120, follow the steps below to refine the connection properties: ❶ From the dial-up networking dialog, right-click the dedicated dial-up connection previously created for your camera (AxisCamera was the connection used in this and previous examples). Select Properties.
Installing Your Camera to a Modem AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Initiating the Dial-up Connection Important! Please ensure that the Null Modem Cable is correctly installed and that the connection properties are correctly configured prior to initiating a Dial-up connection. Instructions on how to do this are provided on the preceding pages of this section. ❶Double-click My Computer and then double-click the Dial-Up Networking dialog.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Configuring Your Camera Configuring Your Camera Important! Javascript must be enabled in your Web browser for the AXIS 2120 Web-based interface to work. Before You Begin Successful installation of the product is prerequisite to configuring the unit; therefore, it is recommended that you read the following information before commencing with this section: • • • Choosing Your Application, on page 29, and then... Installing Your Camera on a Network, on page 12, ...
Configuring Your Camera AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Installation Wizard Overview The Installation Wizard provides a quick and easy way to define the System, Security, Image and Layout settings for your application - as described in the Tools Overview, on page 24. Starting the Installation Wizard 1. With reference to the information provided in the On-line Help , click the Installation Wizard from the AXIS 2120 Home Page and then follow the Wizard to complete the configuration. 2.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Configuring Your Camera Accessing the Tools 1. Start your browser and enter the name or Internet address of the AXIS 2120 (or any DNS name if you are accessing the unit via the Null Modem Cable) in the address field. Example! http://172.21.1.200/ 2. The AXIS 2120 Home page is now displayed. Click Administration Tools. 3. The Administration Tools are now presented as links in the margin of the Administration Page.
Configuring Your Camera AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Tools Overview The table below provides a one-stop overview of the Administration Tools: Settings Image Tool Description Focus the camera using the Focus Assistant, adjust the Auto Iris settings, and define image attributes for your AXIS 2120. Network Configure the TCP/IP and SMTP E-mail network settings. System Set the product Date and Time, create and delete Users and passwords, and change the Administrator’s password.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Configuring Your Camera System Security To prevent any unauthorized use of the camera, the AXIS 2120 supports multi-user password protection and access is restricted to defined users only. The system Administrator(s) has exclusive access to the product’s Administration Tools and can determine the registration and access rights for all users.
Configuring Your Camera AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Motion Detection The AXIS 2120 includes in-image motion detection that comprises multi-window support for up to three motion detection windows in the target image area. Use the motion detection feature to generate an alarm whenever movement occurs in the image area. You can create a single window for monitoring the whole surveillance scene, or create three smaller windows for targeting specific areas within the image area.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Configuring Your Camera Creating a Motion Detection Window Follow the instructions below to create a motion detection window within the image area: 1. Click the New button to open a standard-sized window; or click and drag the mouse from within the image area to create a motion detection window of any size. 2. Drag and drop the new window to any area you wish to monitor. The motion detection window can be resized by dragging the bottom-right corner. 3.
Configuring Your Camera AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Reinstating the Factory Default Settings In certain circumstances, it may be necessary to reinstate the Factory Default settings for your AXIS 2120. This is performed by clicking the Support link in the Administration Tools, and then selecting Restart/Reset, or by pressing the Control Button. Follow the instructions below to reinstate the product factory default settings using the Control button: 1.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Choosing Your Application Choosing Your Application The AXIS 2120 can be used in a wide variety of applications and installs directly onto an Ethernet network, or it can be used with a V.90-compatible modem. Using the Web-based Administration Tools and easy-to-use Wizards, you can quickly and easily develop your application.
Choosing Your Application 30 AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Picture frequency for Networking Applications When used in a TCP/IP networking environment, the AXIS 2120 delivers up to 25/30 (PAL/NTSC) images/second; where the actual image frequency is typically limited by: • • • • • your computer and browser the chosen image resolution and compression the lighting conditions at the point of installation available network bandwidth the complexity of detail and color variation within the image Important! 60Hz and
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Choosing Your Application Viewing Images in a Custom-designed Web Page Often used as an attraction for enhancing a Web site with live images, this type of application represents the most basic form of network camera configuration. It is ideally suited for occasionally-visited sites on both large corporate networks and on SOHO (Small-Office Home-Office) applications, where a small network is installed and maintained.
Choosing Your Application AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Sequentially Uploading Images to a Remote FTP Server Ideal for any busy Web site where a large audience is expected, this application uploads images to a designated FTP server on your network to provide image access to an unlimited amount of viewing clients over your intranet or the Internet AXIS 2120 Browser LAN/WAN Intranet or Internet Browser Simply install the AXIS 2120 directly on your local Ethernet network and complete the Installation and Ap
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Choosing Your Application Uploading Pre and/or Post Alarm Images to a Remote FTP server The AXIS 2120 is an ideal solution for a wide variety of remote monitoring applications. By creating windows for in-image motion detection, or by connecting an external alarm device to the I/O connector, you can quickly configure the product to upload single images, or send pre/post alarm image sequences to an FTP server when a time or alarm-based event occurs.
Choosing Your Application AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Modem Applications If a local network connection is not available at your chosen point of installation, you can alternatively connect your AXIS 2120 to a V.90-compatible modem and quickly configure any number of exciting applications using the Wizards; including: • Viewing images in a fully custom-designed Web page over a Dial-up modem connection.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Choosing Your Application Picture Frequency for Modem Applications When used with a modem, the speed of your communications link will normally determine the image frequency in your browser. A standard image is normally transmitted in 2-5 seconds, although optimal image frequency is achieved by buffering the video stream into internal memory before uploading the recorded images to your ISP or Web server.
Choosing Your Application AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Remote Imaging in a Custom-designed Web Page The AXIS 2120 can be configured as a standalone application that is remote from any network. Ideal for remote monitoring, home security, and process control applications, you can quickly configure the AXIS 2120 for direct connection to a serial modem. Use this application to view remote images from anywhere - from the comfort of your home, or the convenience of your office.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Choosing Your Application Uploading Images to Your Internet Service Provider Perfect for Web attractions, remote monitoring and process control applications; the AXIS 2120 can be quickly configured to dial-out from any remote location and transmit live images to an Internet Service Provider - where your images can then be accessible to several specific users, or the whole Internet community! You can select any of the supported Public ISPs supported in the Application Wizard, or spe
Choosing Your Application AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Uploading Pre/Post Alarm Images to Your Internet Service Provider Perfect as a remote imaging tool, the AXIS 2120 not only transmits live video streams over a standard Dial-up connection, but also supports in-image motion detection and the connection of a wide variety of standard external alarm devices. Using the Application Wizard, the AXIS 2120 is quickly configured for uploading single or pre/post alarm images to an ISP under alarm conditions.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Adjusting the Camera Focus Adjusting the Camera Focus The AXIS 2120 has a varifocal DC Iris lens that automatically regulates the amount of light entering the camera, to provide a wide-angle zoom with a minimal amount of distortion. Complete with a standard CS-mount, this supplied lens can also be replaced by any other lens conforming to the same standard. Direct Focusing in Your Browser Supporting rotational focus control, the AXIS 2120 can be targeted for different applications.
Adjusting the Camera Focus AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Focusing Quality The table below shows the full range of colors displayed by the Status Indicator when the Focus Assistant is enabled; where each color represents a predefined level of focus: Color Level of Focus (%) Focus Quality Red 0 - 60 Poor Yellow 60 - 80 Reasonable Green 80 - 100 Good Plane of Focus The AXIS 2120 has rotational focus control that allows the focal length of the lens to be adjusted manually.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual 3. Enable the Focus Assistant: Using a suitably pointed object, press and continue to hold the Control Button - until the Status Indicator flashes Yellow. The Focus Assistant is now enabled with the Status Indicator set to Focus Mode; the AXIS 2120 now initiates a focusing algorithm to regularly calculate the quality of focus. Adjusting the Camera Focus Status Indicator Lens Assembly 4.
Adjusting the Camera Focus AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Replacing the Lens Since the AXIS 2120 is designed with a CS-mount, the lens supplied with your product can be replaced with any standard C or CS lens typically used within the surveillance industry. Note: Although the lens supplied with your product can be directly replaced with any CS-type lens, a C-type lens must be installed with an adaptor for it to work with your AXIS 2120. An adaptor effectively moves the lens 5mm farther from the camera.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Adjusting the Camera Focus Exposure Control Overview The table below provides a summary of the Exposure Control settings in the Image Advanced page. Select the parameters appropriate to your lens type and product application: Lens Options Description DC Iris The AXIS 2120 is supplied with a DC Iris lens as standard; consequently, the DC Iris setting is the standard factory default setting within the Image-Advanced page.
Adjusting the Camera Focus AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Adjusting the Back Focus Your AXIS 2120 is supplied with the back focus roughly set to accommodate a reasonable level of focus throughout the complete focusing range. However, if you are using a lens other than that supplied with your product - or you are dissatisfied with the quality of focusing at a specific plane (or at several planes) within the focusing range, you may need to make some fine adjustments to the back focusing of the lens.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual The AXIS 2191 Audio Module The AXIS 2191 Audio Module The AXIS 2191 Audio Module is an add-on device that provides audio capability to Axis network cameras. The module connects quickly and easily to the serial port of the camera and is configured and controlled via the camera’s user interface. The AXIS 2191 is supplied separately.
The AXIS 2191 Audio Module AXIS 2120 User’s Manual The Front Panel Serial Port Connector - Connect the serial cable from here to the serial port on the camera. Power Connector Power Indicator - Normally lit. Activity Indicator - Lights up when the camera has configured the audio module. The Rear Panel In 3.5mm socket for connection of external microphone. Volume In Level control for input. Use a screwdriver to adjust. Mic Built-in omni-directional microphone.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual The AXIS 2191 Audio Module Installing the Audio Module ❶ Before installing the AXIS 2191 Audio Module, first install your network camera. Refer to the installation section on page 12. If you intend running the audio module in full-duplex mode, check that the sound card on your computer supports this. ❷ If using an external microphone, connect it to the socket provided. To use an alternative input device, (e.g. CD-player or radio) connect it to Line-In on the terminal block.
The AXIS 2191 Audio Module 48 AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Configuring the Audio Module The network camera’s administration pages provide all the tools required for successfully configuring the AXIS 2191. From the camera’s home page, click on the link to Administration Tools. A new page containing the tools will open. To complete the configuration of your audio module, follow these instructions: 1.From the Admin tools, click External Devices. Select the AXIS 2191 Audio Module as the device to use. Click Save.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual The AXIS 2191 Audio Module Using the Audio Module with Your Camera Your audio module is now configured and ready for use with your network camera. Enter your camera’s IP-address in Internet Explorer, or click Home on the camera’s admin page. You should then see the control panel for the AXIS 2191 below the camera image. If no audio controls are visible, check that you have made the correct setting under External Devices. NB.
The AXIS 2191 Audio Module AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Simplex - Talk Simplex - Talk mode means that only the web-client end of the connection can transmit audio (that is, to the AXIS 2191). This could be used, for example, to provide spoken instructions to a person seen in the network camera. This mode also requires you to use the Push-to-Talk button. Simplex - Listen Simplex - Listen mode can only receive audio from the AXIS 2191 to the web-client.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual The AXIS 2191 Audio Module Troubleshooting the Audio Module Symptoms No audio controls below camera image. Possible causes The AXIS 2191 is not selected as the external device. Wrong camera firmware. No sound from the AXIS 2191 or from a PC trying to access a web page containing audio content. Incorrect settings or faulty connections. No audio signal from PC to the AXIS 2191 when passing a proxy server. No full-duplex function. Poor performance.
The AXIS 2191 Audio Module AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Technical Specifications for the AXIS 2191 • Operating temperature: 40-105oF (5-40oC). • Humidity - 8-80% relative humidity. • EMC : EN55024, EN55022, Class B and EN61000-3-3. • EMC - FCC Class A of FCC Rules and Regulations part 15, subpart B. • EMC • Full-duplex audio: Audio data encoded in ADPCM format at 32kbps, 8 kHz sampling (G.721). Data is sent using HTTP. • 9-pin D-SUB serial connector: RS-232. • Power Input: Axis PS-D power supply.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual The AXIS 2191 Audio Module The Audio Module to Camera Serial Cable The serial cable supplied with your AXIS 2191 is wired as shown in the table below: Pinouts for the RS-232 Port Audio Pin Pin Camera Signal IN 1 1 IN CD IN 2 2 IN RXD OUT 3 3 OUT TXD OUT 4 4 OUT DTR GND 5 5 GND GND IN 6 6 IN DSR OUT 7 7 OUT RTS IN 8 8 IN CTS Unused 9 9 IN RI 53
Troubleshooting AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Appendix A - Troubleshooting This appendix provides useful information to help you to resolve any difficulty you might have with your AXIS 2120. Symptoms, possible causes and remedial actions are provided in a quick reference table. Frequently Asked Questions Q: Which modem should I select in the list on the Modem Settings page if mine is not listed? A: Generic. Q: Do I have to use one of the listed ISPs on the ISP Settings page? A: No.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Troubleshooting PINGing Your IP Address By sending a packet to the specified address and waiting for a reply, the PING utility can determine whether a specific IP address is accessible. It also provides a particularly useful method for confirming addressing conflicts with your AXIS 2120 on the network.
Troubleshooting AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Symptoms, Possible Causes and Remedial Actions Symptoms The AXIS 2120 cannot be accessed from a browser. Possible causes The IP address is already used by another device. Remedial actions Run the PING utility (as described in PINGing Your IP Address, on page 55) and follow the appropriate recommendations.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Symptoms The Network indicator displays red. Possible causes Faulty cabling. Troubleshooting Remedial actions 1. To verify that the cable is functional, connect the cable to a known functioning device on the network and PING it from your workstation. 2. If the cabling is OK and your network is reachable, you should receive a reply similar to this: Reply from : bytes = 32; time = 10 ms..... The Active and Network indi- Hardware failure. cators are flashing every 0.
Troubleshooting Symptoms Bad focus AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Possible causes Focus has not been correctly adjusted. Remedial actions Referring to the on-line help, adjust the White Balance setting and then try resetting the camera focus again using the Focus Assistant, as described in Adjusting the Camera Focus on page 39. No adapter fitted with your C-type lens.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Other IP Setup Methods Appendix B - Other IP Setup Methods In addition to the ARP command (described earlier in the Installation section of this manual), you can alternatively set the IP address for your AXIS 2120 using any of the following methods - as appropriate for your operating system: Method Operating Systems Refer to... AXIS IP Installer Windows 95/98/ME and NT/2000 Using the AXIS IP Installer, on page 60.
Other IP Setup Methods AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Using the AXIS IP Installer AXIS IP Installer is a Windows program that is ideal for setting the IP addresses for multiple Axis networking products on your network. Also allowing you to access the home Web page of any Axis ThinServer device connected to your network, this freely distributed software is available for download from www.axis.com. Installing the AXIS IP Installer: 1.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Other IP Setup Methods Notes for Macintosh Users The AXIS 2120 supports TCP/IP over Ethernet, or PPP Modem dial-up. You must use TCP/IP on your Macintosh network, as there is no support for AppleTalk. When using the AXIS 2120 on a Macintosh, please observe the following points: • The camera has a default IP address of 192.36.253.80. • Assign a temporary IP address in the same subnet (e.g. 192.36.253.81) to a Mac workstation and then connect to the camera.
Updating the Firmware AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Appendix C - Updating the Firmware The AXIS 2120 camera firmware is stored in Flash memory. This memory is provided by a silicon chip that, just like any other ROM device, retains data content even after power is removed. Flash memory is unique because it allows its data to be erased and re-written. This means that you can install firmware updates for your AXIS 2120 as soon as they become available - without having to replace any parts.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual The Unit Connectors Appendix D - The Unit Connectors This section provides a detailed overview of the two supported product connectors; namely the Serial Connector and IO Connector. It also includes a schematic diagram describing how the AXIS 2120 is connected for a typical application: The Auto Iris Connector The AXIS 2120 is supplied with a varifocal DC Iris lens that automatically regulates the amount of light entering the camera, and provides a distortion free wide-angle zoom.
The Unit Connectors AXIS 2120 User’s Manual The Physical Connector A single 9-pin D-sub connector provides the physical connection for the RS- 232 serial interface of the AXIS 2120. This interface is for use with an external modem and is suitable for speeds of up to 115kbps. A diagram of the RS-232 connector complete with pinout information is shown below.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual The Unit Connectors Digital Input Used for connecting external alarm devices and triggering images for specific alarm-based events, the digital input is typically connected to a motion detector (or any other external security device) for taking images on each occasion that the detector is activated. Digital Output The supported transistor output can drive a maximum load of 24V DC at 100mA directly, and by connecting additional relay circuitry, can drive even heavier loads.
The Unit Connectors AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Schematic Diagram AXIS 2120 ! ! ! ! PS-D 9 VA ! ! 1 o o o 3 ! ! o 2 Infrared Sensor o ! - + o ! o ! o ! o Internal 3.3V Switch ! Mode Power Supply o o 66 ! ! o o 4 o Appliance ox ! o o ~ Mains Power ! GND PIN 5 ! ! o COM 1 ! GND.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual High-Speed Services Appendix E - High-Speed Services You will experience the full performance of the AXIS 2120 if you have access to high-speed Internet services such as, xDSL or a cable-modem connection. However, as most high-speed Internet services only provide you with one external IP address, there are several practical issues that should be considered when developing your application.
High-Speed Services AXIS 2120 User’s Guide Routers and Firewalls Another ideal solution is to use one of several small routers/firewalls currently available on the market. These provide the necessary NAT functionality and allow complete independence for your PC, which can be switched off or rebooted without affecting the image transmission from your AXIS 2120.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Custom Web Pages Appendix F - Custom Web Pages The AXIS 2120 contains a re-writeable flash memory file system that allows some directories and files to be changed by the root user, using FTP (File Transfer Protocol). This strictly non-supported product functionality, makes it possible for advanced users and application developers to add their own Web pages, scripts, and other files to the Axis product.
Custom Web Pages AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Editing and Storing Your Webpages Note: Several demonstration and tutorial pages describe in some detail how to perform, execute, and implement various HTML development functions for your product. Follow the instructions below to create and save customized pages to the AXIS 2120: 1. Using your preferred editor, create your html file and store it on your local PC hard drive. 2. Now use ftp to upload the file to the AXIS 2120.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Custom Web Pages Creating a New Home Page Having created and stored your new custom Web pages in product memory, you then proceed to assign one of these pages as your default Home page in the AXIS 2120, as described below: Caution! Adding a new Web page to your AXIS 2120 is not something that should be undertaken lightly. Remember: Axis does not support the personalization of product Web pages and strongly recommends that inexperienced users DO NOT perform such modifications. 1.
Technical Specifications AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Appendix G - Technical Specifications System Requirements - The AXIS 2120 uses the standard Internet TCP/IP suite of protocols and can be used with most operating systems: Windows 95, 98, NT and 2000, Linux, UNIX, Mac and others. The only software required is Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.x, or higher (used with Axis’ ActiveX component AXIS Camera Control), or Netscape 4.x. Installation - Physical network connection using RJ-45 twisted pair cable.
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual Technical Specifications Camera Lens - Varifocal DC Iris lens with CS Mount, manual zoom, variable focus, and exposure control. Variable shutter speeds between 1/50 - 1/10000 (PAL) and 1/60 1/10000 (NTSC). Power - External power supply 12V AC, 9.6 VA (PS-D, included), 9-15V AC, min 10VA, or 9-15V DC, min 8W. Complimentary Software - AXIS IP Installer for quick installation of multiple units.
Index 74 Index A Access rights 25 ActiveX 14 Anonymous user access 25 AppleTalk 61 ARP 56 ARTPEC-1 7, 72 Assigning an IP address 12 Audio Configuration 48 AXIS 2191 Audio Module 45 AXIS IP Installer 59 B Boa Web server 7 BOOTP 59 Browsers 14 C CGI scripts 6 Compression 7, 30 Configuring the camera 21 Connectors 63 Custom web pages 69 D Description 8 Dial-up Networking connection 18 Digital input and output 65 Digital output 65 E E-mail 6 Ethernet address 59 ETRAX-100 7, 72 F Factory Default Set
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual O Obtaining updated firmware 62 Other IP setup methods 59 P Performance 73 Power indicator 51, 56 Power supply connector 9 PPP 7 Profile sliders - motion detection 27 Properties - Dial-up networking 19 R Routers 68 RS-232 connector 9 connector diagram 64 S Serial number 8 SMTP 6 Status Indicator 39 System Requirements 72 T Technical specifications AXIS 2120 72 AXIS 2191 52 Tools overview 24 Triggering images 65 Troubleshooting AXIS 2191 Audio Module 51 General 54 U Updatin
AXIS 2120 User’s Manual 76 Glossary of Terms ActiveX - A control (or set of rules) used by a browser. ActiveX controls are often downloaded and installed automatically as required. ARP - Address Resolution Protocol. A protocol for assigning an IP address to a physical device address that is recognized in the local network. The ARP command can be used to set the IP-address for your product. ARTPEC - Axis Real Time Picture Encoder - used for image compression. Lux - A standard unit for light measurement.
