ADMINISTRATION GUIDE Cisco Small Business PVC2300 and WVC2300 Internet Video Cameras with Audio
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Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Minimum Requirements 2 Camera Lens Specifications 3 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 5 Wireless Network Layout 5 Additional Security Tips 6 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 6 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Front Panel 9 9 Ready LED (Amber) 10 Network LED (Green) 10 Lens 10 Built-in Microphone 10 Back Panel 11 Antenna Connectors 11 Reset 12 Ethernet 12 Activity LED 13 PVC2300 PoE LED 13 Power
Contents Camera Hardware Installation 18 Adjusting The Lens 22 Audio Options 23 Chapter 5: Installing the Camera Software 24 Configuring the Basic Camera and Network Settings 24 Setting Up the Wireless Connection on the WVC2300 Camera 28 Wired and Wireless Modes 32 Moving the Camera to Another Network 32 Chapter 6: Upgrading the Camera Firmware 34 Chapter 7: Using the Web-Based Configuration Utility 36 Launching the Web-Based Configuration Utility 36 Home 37 Refresh 38 Setup 38
Contents HTTP/HTTPS 49 RTP/RTSP 49 UPnP 50 Bonjour 51 QoS 51 CoS 51 Setup > IP Filter IP Filter Settings 52 52 Administration > Users 53 Administrator 53 Demo 53 User List 53 Administration > Maintenance 54 Restore Factory Defaults 54 Restart 54 Configuration 54 Administration > Firmware 55 Firmware Upgrade 55 Audio/Video > Video 56 MPEG-4 Settings 56 MJPEG Settings 56 Mobile Settings 57 Video Adjustments 57 Options 58 Day/Night Switch 59 Audio/Video > Audio
Contents E-mail Body 64 Applications > FTP 65 Primary FTP 65 Secondary FTP 65 Applications > Instant Messaging Jabber 67 67 Applications > Motion Detection 68 Applications > Event 70 Event Schedule 70 New Schedule 70 Trigger Event 71 Event Attachment 72 Applications > DDNS 74 DDNS Applications > I/O Ports 74 75 Input Ports 75 Output Ports State at Power On 75 Output Ports Manual Control 76 Applications > RS-485 77 Port Settings 77 Preset Position 77 Patrol Sequence
Contents Log Type 84 Syslog Server 84 Log List 84 Status > Video Log 85 Video Log 85 Chapter 9: Sample Configurations 86 Configuring Instant Recording 86 Defining Preset Positions for Patrol Sequence 87 Using Patrol Sequence 88 Configuring E-Mail Alerts 89 Scheduling an Event 91 Configuring Motion Detection Area and Sensitivity 92 Configuring Port Forwarding 94 Setting Security Precautions on the Cisco WVC2300 97 Appendix A: Troubleshooting Questions and Answers 98 98 Windows
1 Introduction Thank you for choosing the Cisco Small Business Internet Video Camera with Audio. This administration guide covers two models. • PVC2300 Business Internet Video Camera with Audio and PoE (Power over Ethernet) • WVC2300 Wireless-G Business Internet Video Camera with Audio For the purpose of this administration guide, whenever a feature applies to both models, the word camera(s) will be referenced.
1 Introduction Minimum Requirements The cameras support dual CODECs—MPEG-4 and MJPEG. Both CODECs can be used simultaneously. MPEG-4 gives efficient bandwidth consumption with good quality compression and is optimal for real-time viewing of video. MJPEG gives optimal video quality in lossy environments making it ideal for video storage to a NAS device. Lossy compression is very effective in reducing digital file sizes, resulting in smaller video file sizes with minor data loss.
1 Introduction Camera Lens Specifications Minimum System Requirements (for up to eight cameras): CPU Pentium 4 class, 3 GHz dual-core Memory 1 GB Operating System Microsoft Windows 2000, XP or Vista Hard Drive 4 GB of available space Graphics Card NVidia high performance or equivalent with a minimum 256 MB Browser Internet Explorer 6.0 (or later) or Mozilla Firefox NOTE More than eight cameras can be monitored if you reduce the resolution and frame rate settings for the video captures.
1 Introduction Camera Lens Specifications For more information about camera accessories, see the Cisco Small Business Camera Accessories Installation and Administration Guide.
2 Planning Your Wireless Network A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN), except that each computer in the WLAN uses a wireless device to connect to the network. Computers and other devices, such as peripherals, in a WLAN share the same frequency channel and SSID, which is an identification name for wireless devices.
Planning Your Wireless Network Additional Security Tips 2 Additional Security Tips • Keep wireless routers, access points, or gateways away from exterior walls and windows. • Turn wireless routers, access points, or gateways off when they are not being used (at night, during vacations). • Use strong passphrases that are at least eight characters in length. Combine letters and numbers to avoid using standard words that can be found in the dictionary.
Planning Your Wireless Network Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 2 Most wireless networking devices will give you the option of broadcasting the SSID. While this option may be more convenient, it allows anyone to log into your wireless network. This includes hackers. So, don’t broadcast the SSID. Wireless networking products come with a default SSID set from the factory. (The Cisco default SSID is “ciscosb”.) Hackers know these defaults and can check these against your network.
Planning Your Wireless Network Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 2 Implementing encryption may have a negative impact on your network’s performance, but if you are transmitting sensitive data over your network, encryption should be used. These security recommendations should help keep your mind at ease while you are enjoying the most flexible and convenient technology Cisco has to offer.
3 Getting to Know the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras This chapter describes the external features of the Cisco PVC2300 and WVC2300 Internet Video Cameras and includes the following sections: • Front Panel, page 9 • Back Panel, page 11 • Side Panel, page 14 Front Panel The LEDs, camera lens, and built-in microphone are located on the front panel of the camera.
Getting to Know the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Front Panel 3 Ready LED (Amber) The Ready LED has the following states: • Off—Camera is powered off. • On—Camera is powered on. • Flashing—The Ready LED will flash during start up. This will take 15 to 20 seconds. Network LED (Green) The Network LED has the following states: • Off—Network connection not detected. • On—Network connection detected. • Flashing—Sending/receiving data. Lens The camera includes a removable CS-mount lens.
Getting to Know the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Back Panel 3 Back Panel The ports and reset button are located on the back panel of the camera.The following shows the back panel of the PVC2300. The following shows the back panel of the WVC2300. Antenna Connectors Antenna connectors are only found on the WVC2300 camera. The connectors are used to attach the antennas to the device for wireless connectivity.
Getting to Know the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Back Panel 3 Reset The reset button can be accessed with a straightened paper clip or similar object. The reset button has two functions: • Restore Factory Defaults—To restore the factory default settings, press the Reset button for more than 10 seconds. When you let go of the button, the LEDs on the front of the camera will flash and then return to a normal state when the camera is ready.
Getting to Know the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Back Panel 3 over the twisted-pair cable without requiring its own separate power source. This capability gives network administrators centralized power control, which translates into greater network availability. To connect a device to the port, you will need to use Category 5 (or better) network cable. NOTE NOTE FOR WVC2300: Attaching an Ethernet cable will disable the wireless interface on the WVC2300 camera.
Getting to Know the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Side Panel 3 Power The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter. NOTE NOTE FOR PVC2300: The Power port is automatically turned off if a PoE connection is detected on the Ethernet port. GPIO This port is utilized for I/O connections. Detailed specifications can be found in the Specifications section of this Administration Guide. Mic In This jack is used to connect an external microphone to the camera.
4 Connecting the Camera This chapter will guide you through the hardware installation for the Cisco PVC2300 and WVC2300 Internet Video Cameras. There are procedures for installing the camera into a wired or wireless network.
Connecting the Camera Cisco Wired Network 4 Cisco Wired Network The following illustration provides an example of a Cisco wired network: Cisco PVC2300 and WVC2300 Internet Video Cameras with Audio Administration Guide 16
Connecting the Camera Cisco Wireless Network 4 Cisco Wireless Network The following illustration provides an example of a Cisco wireless network: Cisco PVC2300 and WVC2300 Internet Video Cameras with Audio Administration Guide 17
4 Connecting the Camera Camera Installation Guidelines Camera Installation Guidelines Consider the following guidelines before installing and mounting your cameras. While the motion detection window and the degree of sensitivity can be optimized later, it is best to optimize your camera location first. • Choose a location that provides adequate coverage of the area to be monitored.
4 Connecting the Camera Camera Hardware Installation STEP 2 Assemble the camera stand in one of the following ways: • Attach the swivel head directly to the stand base. • If an extension is necessary, attach the camera extension to the stand base and then attach the swivel head to the extension. STEP 3 Connect the camera stand to the bottom of the camera. STEP 4 Adjust the camera to the appropriate viewing position and secure the camera in place by tightening the locknut.
Connecting the Camera Camera Hardware Installation 4 STEP 5 Connect the included Ethernet network cable to your network router or switch. STEP 6 Connect the other end of the cable to the camera Ethernet port. NOTE If your network switch provides Power over Ethernet (PoE), proceed to step 8. If you are not sure if the switch provides PoE, refer to the switch documentation.
4 Connecting the Camera Camera Hardware Installation STEP 7 If your network switch does not provide PoE, connect the included power adapter to the Power port of the camera and insert the other end into a standard electrical outlet. STEP 8 Verify that the camera LEDs are lit. LED Color Activity Action Ready Amber Off Camera is powered off. On Camera is powered on. Blink Camera is booting. Off Network connection not detected. On Network connection detected.
Connecting the Camera Adjusting The Lens 4 NOTE If you are installing the PVC2300 camera, you are done with the camera installation. However, if you are installing the WVC2300 camera, proceed to the next step. STEP 9 Connect each of the two antennas to the antenna connectors on the back of the camera. STEP 10 Place the antennas in an upright position. Congratulations! You have completed the camera hardware installation. Continue with Chapter 5, “Installing the Camera Software.
Connecting the Camera Audio Options 4 Audio Options To use your own microphone instead of the camera’s built-in microphone, follow these steps: NOTE The microphone you use must have its own source of power, like your computer speakers. STEP 1 Connect the 3.5 mm input jack of your microphone to the MIC IN port on the camera’s back panel. The built-in microphone will automatically be disabled. STEP 2 Place the external microphone in an appropriate location.
5 Installing the Camera Software This chapter describes installing the Cisco PVC2300 and WVC2300 Internet Video Camera software and setting up the wireless connection on the WVC2300 camera.
Installing the Camera Software Configuring the Basic Camera and Network Settings 5 To configure basic camera and network settings, follow these steps: STEP 1 Insert the Setup CD into your CD-ROM drive. If the CD doesn’t run automatically, go to My Computer and click on your CD-ROM drive. STEP 2 The Welcome window appears. Click Start. STEP 3 The License Agreement window appears. Click Next if you agree. STEP 4 The Wizard searches your network for your camera and displays a list of all cameras found.
Installing the Camera Software Configuring the Basic Camera and Network Settings 5 STEP 8 In the Network Settings window, select Static IP address from the drop-down list if you want to assign the IP address. Otherwise, leave the default setting as Obtain An IP Address Automatically (DHCP) and click Next. STEP 9 The current settings of the camera are displayed. Make any changes needed for your network and click Next.
Installing the Camera Software Configuring the Basic Camera and Network Settings 5 STEP 15 Internet Explorer prompts you to install ActiveX. In order to view video, you must accept the ActiveX. After installing ActiveX, the home window displays.
Installing the Camera Software Setting Up the Wireless Connection on the WVC2300 Camera 5 Setting Up the Wireless Connection on the WVC2300 Camera To configure the WVC2300 camera for wireless connectivity, follow these steps: STEP 1 Click Setup in the toolbar to open the Setup > Basic Setup window. STEP 2 Enter the appropriate Wireless Settings: • SSID—The SSID is the network name shared among all devices in a wireless network. Enter the network’s SSID or network name here. The SSID is case sensitive.
Installing the Camera Software Setting Up the Wireless Connection on the WVC2300 Camera • 5 Authentication—Select the appropriate authentication type used on the wireless network. WPA /WPA2 Personal • Encryption—This cannot be modified. • Shared Key—Enter the shared key used for accessing the wireless network. WPA /WPA2 Enterprise The options vary depending on the protocol type selected. • Protocol Type—Select EAP-TLS or EAP-TTLS. EAP-TLS • User ID—The user ID used to login to your RADIUS server.
Installing the Camera Software Setting Up the Wireless Connection on the WVC2300 Camera 5 include correct root certificates and in turn the certificate authorities it trusts, and anyone to whom the CA may have issued a certificate-issuing-certificate, to faithfully authenticate the users of all their certificates. STEP 4 Click Save to save the wireless security settings and close the window. STEP 5 From the Setup > Basic Setup window, click Save to save the wireless settings.
Installing the Camera Software Setting Up the Wireless Connection on the WVC2300 Camera 5 NOTE The wireless connection will not work if an Ethernet cable is attached to the camera when it is powered on. STEP 8 Reconnect the power to the camera. STEP 9 Click Home in the toolbar to verify the video is streaming from your wireless connection. You should be able to view video on the Home window.
Installing the Camera Software Wired and Wireless Modes 5 Wired and Wireless Modes NOTE This section applies to the Cisco WVC2300 camera. After the initial configuration, you can use the camera in one of two modes: wired or wireless. Verify the mode you are in by viewing the LEDs. You cannot use the camera in both modes simultaneously. To switch between wired and wireless modes, see “Moving the Camera to Another Network” on page 32.
Installing the Camera Software Moving the Camera to Another Network 5 To move the camera from a wireless network to a wired network, follow these steps: STEP 1 Unplug the power adapter from the camera. STEP 2 Connect the Ethernet network cable to your PC, router, or switch. STEP 3 Connect the other end of the cable to the Ethernet port on the camera. STEP 4 Re-connect the power adapter to the Power port on the camera. The camera’s Ready LED flashes while the camera is initializing.
6 Upgrading the Camera Firmware The Cisco PVC2300 and WVC2300 Internet Video Cameras may not always ship with the most up-to-date firmware. This chapter describes how to update the camera’s firmware using the web-based configuration utility. NOTE Microsoft Internet Explorer is the supported browser for the PVC2300 and WVC2300 cameras. To access the web-based configuration utility, follow these steps: STEP 1 Launch a web browser, such as Internet Explorer. STEP 2 In the Address field, enter 192.168.1.
Upgrading the Camera Firmware 6 To upgrade the camera firmware, follow these steps: STEP 1 Go to tools.cisco.com/support/downloads, and enter the model number in the Software Search box. Login is required. STEP 2 Follow the online instructions to download the appropriate firmware to your computer. STEP 3 Launch the web-based configuration utility. See “Launching the Web-Based Configuration Utility” on page 36. STEP 4 Click Setup in the toolbar. STEP 5 Click Administration > Firmware.
7 Using the Web-Based Configuration Utility This chapter describes the Cisco PVC2300 and WVC2300 Internet Video Camera’s web-based configuration utility. The following sections are included: • Launching the Web-Based Configuration Utility, page 36 • Home, page 37 • Setup, page 41 Launching the Web-Based Configuration Utility By default, the cameras are set to receive an IP address from a DHCP server.
Using the Web-Based Configuration Utility Home 7 STEP 3 If this is your first time accessing the web-based utility, follow these steps at the login window: a. Enter admin in the User name field. b. Enter admin in the Password field. c. Click OK. For security purposes, it is recommended that you later reset your password in the Administration > Users window. Home The Home window is the default display. From this window, live video can be viewed and the output can be updated.
Using the Web-Based Configuration Utility Home 7 Refresh Refreshes the display. Setup From Setup, you can view or configure the PVC2300 and WVC2300 camera features. Connected User Displays the number of users. The maximum number of users is 10. Also, there are 10 video streams available for MJPEG and MPEG-4 in any combination, for example 5/5, 6/4, 7/3, 8/2, or 9/1. Log Out Log out from viewing the camera image. About Displays the camera software version.
7 Using the Web-Based Configuration Utility Home Video Options Icons The video options icons on the Home window are used to control the real-time view of your camera. The icons allow you to control the basic functions of the PVC2300 or WVC2300 cameras. Icon Description On Click to turn on the selected output. Off Click to turn off the selected output. Day Uses the standard filter for day output. Night Uses a filter for night vision.
7 Using the Web-Based Configuration Utility Home Icon Description Preset Camera View Select the preset area to patrol. See “Using Patrol Sequence” on page 88 for more information about setting these positions. This icon becomes visible after enabling RS-485. Camera Patrol Move the camera one time through the preset positions. This icon becomes visible after enabling RS485. Move Controls Allows you to incrementally adjust the camera in four (4) directions and back to home.
7 Using the Web-Based Configuration Utility Setup Icon Description Speaker On When the speaker is enabled, an icon is displayed on the Home window. You can then use the icons to turn the speaker on and off. To enable the speaker, see “Audio/Video > Audio” on page 60. Speaker Off Streaming Video Format Set the video format to either MPEG-4 or MJPEG. Setup To access the setup options for the cameras, click Setup in the toolbar.
8 Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras This chapter describes how to configure the Cisco PVC2300 and WVC2300 Internet Video Cameras using the web-based configuration utility.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Accessing the Setup Options • Status > System, page 82 • Status > Image, page 82 • Status > Network, page 83 • Status > Syslog & Log, page 84 • Status > Video Log, page 85 8 Accessing the Setup Options To access the setup options for your PVC2300 and WVC2300 cameras, follow these steps: STEP 1 Launch the web-based configuration utility. See “Launching the Web-Based Configuration Utility” on page 36. STEP 2 Click Setup in the toolbar.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Setup > Basic Setup 8 Setup > Basic Setup The Setup > Basic Setup window displays the current device and network settings. NOTE If you are viewing the Setup > Basic Setup window of the WVC2300, the wireless settings are displayed also. See “Wireless Settings” on page 46. Device Settings • Camera Name—Enter the preferred name for the camera. The camera name must not exceed 16 alphanumeric characters.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Setup > Basic Setup 8 • New Time—Allows you to manually enter a new clock setting for the camera. • Set New Time—Click to implement the new date or time setting. • Time Zone—Choose the time zone for your location from the drop-down list. • Adjust for Daylight Saving Time—Select this option if your location is currently using Daylight Saving Time. Uncheck the Adjust for Daylight Saving Time check box when Daylight Saving Time ends in your time zone.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Setup > Basic Setup 8 • Gateway—IP address of the gateway router between this device and management stations that exist on other network segments. • Primary DNS—The IP address of your ISP’s primary server, which translates the names of websites into IP addresses. • Secondary DNS—The IP address of your ISP’s secondary server, which translates the names of websites into IP addresses.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Setup > Basic Setup • 8 Authentication—Select the appropriate authentication type used on the wireless network. WPA /WPA2 Personal This security mode option offers two encryption methods, TKIP and AES, with dynamic encryption keys. Enter the Shared Key, which can have 8 to 63 characters. Then enter the Key Renewal Timeout, which instructs the device how often it should change the encryption keys. • Encryption—This cannot be modified.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Setup > Basic Setup 8 • User CA—A user certificate is a signed private key certificate, which implies that you trust your browser’s publisher to include correct user certificates, and in turn the certificate authorities it trusts, and only user to whom the CA may have issued a certificate-issuing-certificate, to faithfully authenticate the users of all their certificates.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Setup > Advance Setup 8 Setup > Advance Setup From the Setup > Advance Setup window you can configure settings for HTTP/HTTPS, RTP/RTSP, UPnP, Bonjour, QoS, and CoS. HTTP/HTTPS • Enable HTTP Alternative Port—Allows you to define the port number used to communicate with the camera using an HTTP connection. The default value is 1024. A value in the range of 1024-65535 can be defined.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Setup > Advance Setup 8 network administrator. If a change is necessary, enter the data port number (1024 to 65535) in the field provided. The default RTP port is 5000. • Max RTP Data Packet—Allows you to define the maximum size of the RTP data packets. The length can be between 400 to 1400 bytes. The default value is 1400 bytes. • Enable Multicast—The camera’s video and audio IP addresses have been pre-configured and can be used for multicasting.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Setup > Advance Setup 8 camera. For instructions about setting up UPnP on your system, see Appendix A, “Troubleshooting.”. • Enable UPnP Traversal (Port Mapping)—When enabled will create a port forwarding rule on a NAT router automatically for opened HTTP, HTTPS, RTP, and RTPS ports. NOTE UPnP must be enabled on the NAT router for the Enable Traversal feature to work. Bonjour • Enable Bonjour—Enabled by default.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Setup > IP Filter 8 The 802.1p header includes a three-bit field for prioritization, which allows packets to be grouped into various traffic classes. The IEEE has made broad recommendations concerning how network managers can implement these traffic classes, but it stops short of mandating the use of its recommended traffic class definitions.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Administration > Users 8 Administration > Users From the Administration > Users window, you can change the administrator password, modify demo account settings, and create or modify a user list. Administrator • Admin—The default administrator name cannot be changed but the password can and should be changed for security purposes. To change the password, enter the desired password in the Password and Confirm Password fields. Click Change to apply the change.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Administration > Maintenance - 8 Viewer—Provides the specified user video viewing privileges only. Click Add to add a new user ID or click Delete to remove an existing user ID. Click Save to save the user configuration. Administration > Maintenance From the Administration > Maintenance window, you can restore factory defaults, restart the camera, save the configuration settings, or upload a configuration file.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Administration > Firmware 8 Administration > Firmware The Administration > Firmware window allows you to upgrade the firmware. Firmware Upgrade • Upgrade—Update the camera’s firmware. For more information, see Chapter 6, “Upgrading the Camera Firmware.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Audio/Video > Video 8 Audio/Video > Video The Audio/Video > Video window displays the video settings. NOTE Higher video quality settings and higher frame rate settings require more bandwidth. See Appendix B, “WVC2300 Camera Bandwidth Test” for additional details. MPEG-4 Settings MPEG is the designation for a group of audio and video coding standards and related technology agreed upon by the ISO/IEC.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Audio/Video > Video 8 Mobile Settings • Enable Mobile Streaming—Check the check box to enable streaming video for the mobile devices. - Resolution—The default resolution is 160x120. - Video Quality Control—Choose from one of the following options: - Constant Bit Rate — Select the desired constant bit rate. The default value is 32 Kbps. - Fixed Quality — Select the desired fixed quality. The default is Normal.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Audio/Video > Video 8 Options • Enable Time Stamp—To display a time stamp on the video, enable this feature by checking the check box. • Enable Text Display—To display text on the video, enable this feature by checking the check box. The text can be up to 20 characters in length. This feature is often used to identify the camera location when multiple cameras are installed.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Audio/Video > Video 8 Day/Night Switch Color cameras can capture infrared radiation as well as visible light. The camera is equipped with an IR-cut filter that prevents distortion of colors the human eye can see. To use the camera in locations with poor lighting or at night, the IR-cut filter can be manually turned off or a schedule can be used to turn off the filter at a set time.
8 Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Audio/Video > Audio Audio/Video > Audio From the Audio/Video > Audio window, you can enable audio and configure the audio settings. Audio Settings • Enable Audio—Enable audio by checking the Enable Audio check box. When audio is enabled, an icon is displayed on the Home window and audio is picked up through the camera. You can use the icons to turn audio on and off.
8 Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Audio/Video > Audio • Audio Type—When the microphone is enabled, this drop-down menu allows you to select the audio compression type. Setting Description G.726 Default audio compression algorithm, uses 32 Kbps of bandwidth with quality similar to G.711 but using only half of the bandwidth. G.711 A-Law A standard compression algorithm that uses 64 Kbps of bandwidth and is primarily used in Europe. G.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > Mail 8 Applications > Mail From the Applications > Mail window, you can configure and test primary and secondary SMTP servers. You can also configure the e-mail setup. NOTE Only one SMTP server is used, even if both the primary and secondary SMTP servers are enabled. The secondary SMTP server is used if the camera cannot connect to the primary server. Configuring a secondary SMTP server is optional.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > Mail 8 provide security and data integrity for communications over TCP/IP networks such as the Internet. Secondary SMTP • Secondary SMTP— (Optional) Check the box to upload to the secondary SMTP server if the camera cannot connect to the primary SMTP server. • SMTP Mail Server—Enter the address of the Simple Mail Transport Protocol (SMTP) server to be used to send e-mail. You can use the IP address or the domain name.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > Mail 8 E-mail Setup • Send To—Enter at least one e-mail address. The second and third addresses are optional. The e-mail alert is sent to the e-mail address or addresses specified here. • Show From as—Enter the e-mail address to be shown in the From field when the e-mail is received. • Subject—Enter the desired text to be shown as the subject for the e-mail when it is received. Maximum field length is 48 characters.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > FTP 8 Applications > FTP From the Applications > FTP window, you can configure a primary and secondary FTP server. NOTE Only one FTP server is used, even if both the primary and secondary FTP servers are enabled. The secondary FTP server is used if the camera cannot connect to the primary server. Primary FTP • Primary FTP—Check the check box to upload to the primary FTP server. • FTP Server—Enter the address of the primary FTP server.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > FTP 8 • Login Name—Enter the login name associated with the secondary FTP server. • Password—Enter the password associated with the login name for the secondary FTP server. • File Path Name—Enter the desired file path name on the secondary FTP server. • Enable Passive Mode—Check the box to enable the passive mode feature on the secondary FTP server. Passive mode is a more secure form of data transfer.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > Instant Messaging 8 Applications > Instant Messaging From the Applications > Instant Messaging window, you can configure Jabber for instant messaging. Jabber Enable Jabber—Check the box for the camera to logon to the Jabber server. Jabber is an instant messaging service (IM) that is based on Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol (XMPP) and geared to provide message exchange in real time between two points on the Internet.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > Motion Detection 8 Applications > Motion Detection From the Applications > Motion Detection window, you can set the area(s) of the video image to be examined and adjust the sensitivity of detection for each area. NOTE Motion detection cannot be configured using the Firefox browser. Internet Explorer must be used to configure motion detection.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > Motion Detection • • 8 Full Screen—Enable this option to detect motion events within the full view of the screen. - Indicator—Displays the level of motion detected. This option cannot be configured but is useful for determining a motion threshold. - Threshold—Adjusts the motion sensitivity. Setting Custom Area—Enable this option to capture motion within defined areas of the video screen.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > Event 8 Applications > Event The Applications > Event window is used to set up the camera applications functions. Operating mode allows you to configure Event Trigger settings. A triggered event is a set of parameters describing how and when the camera will perform certain triggered actions, according to requirements. The most common kind of event type will upload video or snapshot files to a specified destination (E-mail account or FTP server).
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > Event 8 Trigger Event A triggered event type is activated when a specific internal or external trigger condition is met. These triggers are: • A signal from a device connected to an input on the camera. For example, a signal from a door switch. • When movement is detected in a previously configured motion detection window.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > Event 8 - Enable SMB/CIFS—Check the box to enable SMB/CIFS alerts. Alerts are recorded and sent to the NAS device (SMB/CIFS server). - Upload Path—Enter the folder name to upload alert notification to a NAS device (SMB/CIFS server). - Login Name—Enter the user’s login name for the NAS device (SMB/CIFS server). - Password—Enter the user password for the NAS device (SMB/CIFS server).
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > Event - 8 Video Format (MPEG-4 Mode Only) — Select the format for the video file. — ASX: Advanced Stream Redirector. Media container file based on XML metadata to store a list of Windows Media files. — MP4 (no audio) — 3GP (no audio) - Pre/Post Capture—Select the desired length. The size of the file depends on this setting, and also the video size and degree of compression.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > DDNS 8 Applications > DDNS From the Applications > DDNS window, you can configure Dynamic Domain Name Service (DDNS). Use this feature to access the camera from a remote location. DDNS • Enable DDNS—Check the box to enable DDNS. When used with a DDNS service provider, you can access your camera over the Internet using a domain name instead of an IP address. • Service Provider—Select the service provider that you have an account with.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > I/O Ports 8 Applications > I/O Ports From the Applications > I/O Ports window, you can configure the Input and Output port states. See the I/O port specifications in Appendix C, “Specifications”for additional details. Input Ports • #—Displays the port number. • Current State—Indicates the current status of input device (for example, alarm sensor or smoke sensor) that you connected. • Triggered When—You can set four triggering conditions.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > I/O Ports • 8 Output State—Changing and saving Output State settings on this page will also reset outputs to their Default States. The state will correct the next time the triggering event activates the output. Output Ports Manual Control • #—Displays the port number. • Action Definition—Defines the output port mapping.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > RS-485 8 Applications > RS-485 From the Applications > RS-485 window, you can define port settings, such as the baud rate, data bits, and parity type. You can also define the camera preset point position and configure how the camera will move when set to rotate. • Enable RS485—If the RS485 feature is enabled, valid command(s) must be provided as requested by the connected device(s).
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > RS-485 8 Patrol Sequence This feature determines how the camera will move when it is set to rotate. You can set a number of preset positions. The camera will go to the first position, then move through the list of preset positions until it is finished. The camera will stop at the last position in the list. To create the preset sequence, select the desired Preset in the left column and click Add >>. Repeat until the desired sequence is complete.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > RS-485 8 STEP 1 From the Applications > RS-485 window, check the check box Enable RS485. STEP 2 Click Preset Position. The Set Pan/Tilt window displays.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > RS-485 8 STEP 3 From the Set Pan/Tilt window, configure the following options: • Preset Name—Enter a suitable name for the current desired position. • Pan Speed—Select the desired speed for camera panning. • Tilt Speed—Select the desired speed for camera tilting. STEP 4 Click Add to add to the preset list or Back to return to the previous screen.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Applications > SMB/CIFS 8 Applications > SMB/CIFS The Applications > SMB/CIFS window shows options for SMB/CIFS. SMB/CIFS allows the camera to record directly into a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device. There is no need to record to a computer and keep a computer active all the time. • Enable SMB/CIFS Recording—When enabled, provides seamless file recording and uploading to a NAS device.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Status > System 8 Status > System The Status > System window displays the camera system status information such as firmware version, IP address, MAC address, date, and time. • Firmware Version—Version of the firmware currently installed. Firmware can be upgraded from the Administration > Firmware window. You must be logged in with administrator privileges to upgrade the firmware. • IP Address—Displays the IP address of the camera.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Status > Network 8 Status > Network The Status > Network window displays the network information, such as IP address, gateway, primary and secondary DNS used by the camera. Network • Network Type—Displays the type of network the camera is connected to. • IP Address—Displays the IP address assigned to the camera. • Subnet Mask—Displays the subnet mask assigned to the camera. • Gateway—Displays the IP address of the gateway used by the camera.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Status > Syslog & Log 8 Status > Syslog & Log The Status > Syslog & Log window has options for Log Type, Syslog Server, and Log List. Log Type Check the check box of the types of logs that you want to view on the Log List. • System Log • FTP Log • SMTP Log • IM Log Syslog Server • Enable Syslog Server—Check the check box to enable the Syslog server feature. • Syslog Server Address—Enter the IP address of your Syslog server.
Configuring the PVC2300 and WVC2300 Cameras Status > Video Log 8 Status > Video Log From the Status > Video Log window, you can erase a single entry or all entries in the video log. Video Log • This displays all video log(s). Click on each individual log to playback the video recorded when alerts were detected. Click Delete to either erase a single video log or erase all the entries in the Video Log.
9 Sample Configurations The Cisco PVC2300 and WVC2300 Internet Video Cameras are capable of many functions. This chapter describes some sample configurations for your camera.
Sample Configurations Defining Preset Positions for Patrol Sequence 9 Defining Preset Positions for Patrol Sequence NOTE You can only use this feature if you have an external PTZ base that supports Pelco D Protocol. To define preset positions for the camera patrol sequence, follow these steps: STEP 1 Click Setup in the toolbar. STEP 2 Click Applications > RS-485. The Applications > RS-485 window displays. STEP 3 To enable RS485, check the Enable RS485 check box.
9 Sample Configurations Using Patrol Sequence Using Patrol Sequence Patrol sequence determines how the camera will move when it is set to rotate. You can set a number of preset positions. The camera will go to the first position, then move through the list of preset positions until it is finished.The camera will stop at the last position on the list. To create the patrol sequence, follow these steps: STEP 1 Click Setup in the toolbar. STEP 2 Click Applications > RS-485.
9 Sample Configurations Configuring E-Mail Alerts Configuring E-Mail Alerts When using motion detection, you may want to be advised by e-mail when movement is detected. Configure your e-mail settings first and then configure scheduling an event. See “Scheduling an Event” on page 91 and “Configuring Motion Detection Area and Sensitivity” on page 92. To configure e-mail alerts, follow these steps: STEP 1 Click Setup in the toolbar. STEP 2 Click Applications > Mail. The Applications > Mail window displays.
9 Sample Configurations Configuring E-Mail Alerts STEP 4 In Secondary SMTP Server, repeat the above steps if you are configuring a secondary SMTP server. NOTE Only one SMTP server is used, even if both the primary and secondary SMTP servers are enabled. The secondary SMTP server is used if the camera cannot connect to the primary server. STEP 5 In E-mail Setup, configure the following: • Send To—Enter at least one e-mail address. The second and third addresses are optional.
9 Sample Configurations Scheduling an Event Scheduling an Event To schedule an event, follow these steps: STEP 1 Click Setup in the toolbar. STEP 2 Click Applications > Event. The Applications > Event window displays. STEP 3 In Trigger Event, configure the following: • Enable—Check the box to enable the configured trigger events. • Motion Detection—Check the box so that movement in a motion detection window can be used to trigger events.
Sample Configurations Configuring Motion Detection Area and Sensitivity 9 Configuring Motion Detection Area and Sensitivity NOTE Motion Detection cannot be configured using the Firefox browser. Internet Explorer must be used to configure motion detection. To set the motion detection area of the video image to be examined and adjust the sensitivity of detection, follow these steps: STEP 1 Click Setup in the toolbar. STEP 2 Click Applications > Motion Detection.
Sample Configurations Configuring Motion Detection Area and Sensitivity 9 STEP 3 Check the check box for either Full Screen or Setting Custom Area: • Full Screen—Detects motion events within the full view of the screen. • Setting Custom Area—Captures motion within defined areas of the video screen. Multiple windows with varied threshold settings may be used. - Window 2-4—Enable one or more of these options to detect motion in specific areas of the video screen.
Sample Configurations Configuring Port Forwarding 9 Configuring Port Forwarding Port forwarding allows Internet access to multiple cameras that are located inside a private network. For example, you have two cameras behind a NAT router – one is on alternate port 1024 and the second one is on port 1028. To access each camera individually, setup two port forwarding rules to access the web interface of the camera. You can then go to http://x.x.x.x:####/ where x.x.x.
Sample Configurations Configuring Port Forwarding 9 STEP 4 Enter the IP address of your router in your web browser’s Address field and press Enter. For this example, we would use the default IP address of the router (192.168.1.1.). STEP 5 From the web-based configuration utility, click Firewall > Port Range Forwarding. This example shows the Port Range Forwarding window of the Cisco WRVS4400N router. STEP 6 In the Port Range Forwarding window, configure the following: a.
Sample Configurations Configuring Port Forwarding 9 This example shows the Summary window of the Cisco WRVS4400N router. Now you should be able to access your camera over the Internet by typing in the WAN IP address of your router, a colon, and the defined port number in the following format: http://router’s WAN IP address:port For example, http://12.19.89.
Sample Configurations Setting Security Precautions on the Cisco WVC2300 9 Setting Security Precautions on the Cisco WVC2300 The following is a complete list of security precautions to take (at least steps 1 through 4 should be followed): NOTE These steps apply to the Cisco WVC2300 camera. STEP 1 Change the default SSID from the Setup > Basic window in the Wireless settings. Change the SSID periodically. STEP 2 Disable SSID Broadcast on your access point or wireless router.
A Troubleshooting Questions and Answers This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Cisco PVC2300 and WVC2300 Internet Video Cameras. Read the description below to solve your problems. If you can't find an answer here, see the Cisco web links in Appendix D, “Where to Go From Here.” NOTE Microsoft Internet Explorer (IE) is the supported browser for the Cisco PVC2300 and WVC2300 cameras. Q.
A Troubleshooting Questions and Answers Also, check that your PC and the WVC2300 camera have compatible wireless settings. Q. - SSID must match. - Wireless security settings must match. My video quality suddenly deteriorated. This can happen when an additional viewer connects to the camera, overloading the camera or the available bandwidth. The image size and quality can be adjusted to cater for the required number of viewers and the available bandwidth. Q.
A Troubleshooting Questions and Answers Q. The video image is blurry. Try cleaning the lens or adjusting the MPEG-4 or MJPEG image quality setting found in “Audio/Video > Video” on page 56. Q. How do I set up UPnP so my cameras broadcast their availability to my network? UPnP networking technology provides automatic IP configuration and dynamic discovery of devices added to a network.
A Troubleshooting Windows Help Windows Help Almost all wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and has many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described in this appendix. TCP/IP Before a computer can communicate with an access point or router, TCP/IP must be enabled. TCP/IP is a set of instructions, or protocol, all PCs follow to communicate over a network.
B WVC2300 Camera Bandwidth Test This appendix details information from a Cisco WVC2300 Internet Video Camera bandwidth test. The test conditions are: • Audio: On • One user viewing video Actual bandwidth will vary based on the image complexity. Number of colors, brightness, amount of motion, and other factors will determine the actual bandwidth. The values provided in the following table are provided for reference only.
B WVC2300 Camera Bandwidth Test Resolution Quality Frame Rate Bandwidth (k/bps) 320 x 240 Very High 30 1600 2000 15 1200 1600 6 600 800 30 1440 1840 15 800 1440 6 360 640 30 760 1600 15 480 1200 6 200 480 30 1600 1440 15 1120 800 6 560 320 30 560 1200 15 320 640 6 160 280 30 320 1040 15 200 560 6 120 240 Normal Very Low 160 x 120 Very High Normal Very Low Cisco PVC2300 and WVC2300 Internet Video Cameras with Audio Administration Guide 103
C Specifications The Cisco PVC2300 and WVC2300 Internet Video Camera specifications are detailed in this appendix. Sections include: • PVC2300 Specifications, page 104 • WVC2300 Specifications, page 108 • I/O Port Specifications, page 111 PVC2300 Specifications Resource Description Model PVC2300 Standards IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.1p (QoS Priority), IEEE802.
Specifications PVC2300 Specifications Resource C Description Lens Sensor 1/4-inch Progressive CCD Sensor Illumination 0.4LUX@F1.4 Lens Type CS-mount lens, fixed focus. Adapter also included for lenses that require more distance between sensor and lens.
C Specifications PVC2300 Specifications Resource Description Alerts Motion Detection 4 Detection areas with individual sensitivity E-mail Alert 3 E-mail addresses FTP Uploading FTP server address and login settings. Instant Messaging Jabber client support Scheduled Schedule by day or time Triggers Inputs 1, Input 2, Motion Detection Actions Outputs 1, Output 2, Messaging, E-mail, FTP Audio Summary 2-Way Audio Built-in Microphone 6mm, -40db + 3db Microphone Input 3.
Specifications PVC2300 Specifications Resource C Description Network RTP/RTSP Real-Time Protocol, Real-Time Streaming Protocol allow for viewing from any client supporting these protocols, like 3G phones or Quicktime client. NTP Network Time Protocol keeps time of camera in sync with your network. SMTP Simple Mail Transfer Protocol Client allows video clips to be e-mailed. FTP Client FTP Client facilitates scheduling transfer of images to an FTP server.
C Specifications WVC2300 Specifications WVC2300 Specifications Resource Description Model WVC2300 Standards IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.1p (QoS Priority), IEEE802.1q (VLAN), 802.
Specifications WVC2300 Specifications Resource C Description Management Web Browser Internet Explorer 6.0 (or above) with ActiveX support for viewing, recording, playback, and setting motion detection; limited support for Safari and Mozilla Firefox (no motion detection). Event Logging Event Logging (SYSLOG) Web F/W Upgrade Firmware upgradable through web-browser.
C Specifications WVC2300 Specifications Resource Description Speaker Output 3.5 mm Phone jack Compression G.726 - 16K, G.711 A-law and μ-law Sampling Rate 8 KHz Default Bit Rate 16 Kbps Video Monitoring System Monitoring and Recording Software • Monitoring and recording for up to 16 cameras. • Advanced search histogram or by time and date. • Recording set up to record by motion trigger, manual or schedule recording and playback.
C Specifications I/O Port Specifications Resource Description Power Consumption 10W Environmental Dimensions WxHxD 4.72 in. x 2.99 in. x 1.81 in. (120 mm x 76 mm x 46 mm) Unit Weight 1.15 lb (0.52 kg) Power External power adapter 12 VDC 1A 110~120VAC/60Hz switching Certification FCC part 15C class B, CE, UL, EMC/EMI part 15B class B for US Operating Temp. 32 to 122ºF (0 to 50ºC) Storage Temp.
C Specifications I/O Port Specifications The following table provides function and description detail for the I/O pins for the PVC2300 and WVC2300 cameras. PIN Function Description 1 12VDC Output With a maximum load of 100mA, this output to be used with an external device. 2 GND 3 Digital Input 1 Connect to high to activate (5V-12V) 4 Digital Output 1 With a maximum load of 100mA and maximum voltage of 12VDC, this output has an open-collector NPN transistor with the emitter connected to GND.
C Specifications I/O Port Specifications 6 5 4 3 2 1 To Motion sensor +12VDC 7 To Motion sensor -12VDC NOTE Sensor needs attention of polarity. To work properly, the siren should be supplied by extenal power if the current exceeds 100 mA. 8 To N.C.
D Where to Go From Here Cisco provides a wide range of resources to help you and your customer obtain the full benefits of the Cisco PVC2300 and WVC2300 Internet Video Cameras. Product Resources Support Cisco Small Business Support Community www.cisco.com/go/smallbizsupport Online Technical Support www.cisco.com/support and Documentation (Login Required) Phone Support Contacts www.cisco.com/en/US/support/ tsd_cisco_small_ business_support_center_contacts.
D Where to Go From Here Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Wired and Wireless Internet Cameras http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ ps9944/prod_installation_guides_list.html Cisco Small Business Cisco Partner Central for www.cisco.com/web/partners/sell/smb Small Business (Partner Login Required) Cisco Small Business Home www.cisco.com/smb Marketplace www.cisco.
