Video Server User’s Guide
Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................. 1 Overview ............................................................................................................................ 1 Physical Details - Video Server......................................................................................... 3 Package Contents ...................................................................................................
CHAPTER 6 WINDOWS VIEWING/RECORDING UTILITY........................................ 68 Overview .......................................................................................................................... 68 System Requirements...................................................................................................... 68 Installation ....................................................................................................................... 68 System Tray Icon.............
This Chapter provides details of the Video Server's features, components and capabilities. Overview The Video Server digitizes analog video signals and transmits digital images directly to your wired LAN or the Internet. The Video Server is a device that used to turn an analog video system into high performance IP-based solutions. The Video Server comes with the RS-485 interface, which can be used for external PTZ devices.
• Motion Detection. This feature can detect motion in the field of view. The Video Server will compare consecutive frames to detect changes caused by the movement of large objects. Motion detection alarm can be triggered via e-mail, FTP, instant messaging and/or an external alarm device. • Flexible Scheduling. You can limit access to the video stream to specified times using a flexible scheduling system. The Motion Detection feature can also have its own schedule, so it is active only when required.
Physical Details - Video Server Front - Video Server Figure 1: Front Panel RESET button This button is recessed; you need a pin or paper clip to press it. It can be activated at any time the video server is in the "ready" mode. • Reset to manufacturer default value and reboot. When pressed and held over 10 seconds, the settings of Video Server will be set to their default values.
WPS LED (Green) On - Wireless security is On. Off - Wireless security is Off. Flashing - WPS sync is in progress. Network LED (Green) On - LAN connection is detected. Off - LAN connection is not detected Blinking - Data is being transmitted or received via the LAN connection. POWER LED (Green) On - Power on. Off - No power. Blinking - The POWER LED will blink during start up. This will take 15 to 20 seconds. Rear - Video Server Figure 2: Rear Panel POWER Connect the supplied 12V power adapter here.
5. Quick Installation Guide 6. GPIO 8 pin x 2 7.
This Chapter provides details of installing and configuring the Video Server. System Requirements To use the wired LAN interface, a standard 10/100BaseT hub or switch and network cable is required. Installation - Video Server 1. Assemble the Video Server For Wireless model, screw the supplied antennae to the mounting points on the rear. 2. Connect the LAN Cable Connect the Video Server to a 10/100BaseT hub or switch, using a standard LAN cable.
Setup using the Windows Wizard Initial setup should be performed using the supplied Windows-based setup Wizard. This program can locate the Video Server even if its IP address is invalid for your network. You can then configure the Video Server with appropriate TCP/IP settings for your LAN. Subsequent administration can be performed with your Web browser, as explained in Chapter 5 - Web-based Management. Setup Procedure 1. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your drive.
• Select the desired video server from the list on the left. The current settings for the selected video server will be displayed in the table on the right. • Click Next to continue. 3. You will be prompted to enter the Administrator Name and Administrator Password, as shown below. • If using the default values, enter administrator for the name, and leave the password blank. • Otherwise, enter the Administrator Name and Administrator Password set on the Maintenance screen. Figure 5: Password Dialog 4.
Figure 7: Fixed or Dynamic IP Selection • Fixed IP is recommended, and can always be used. • Dynamic IP can only be used if your LAN has a DCHP Server. • PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet) is the most common login method, widely used with DSL modems. Click Next to continue. 6. If you chose Fixed IP Address, the following TCP/IP Settings screen will be displayed. Figure 8: TCP/IP Settings • Enter an unused IP Address from within the address range used on your LAN.
Click Next to continue. 7. If you chose PPPoE, the following PPPoE Settings screen will be displayed. Figure 9: PPPoE Settings Screen • Enter the User Name provided by your ISP. • Enter the Password for the user name above. Click Next. 8. The next screen, shown below, displays all details of the Video Server. • Click Next if the settings are correct • Click Back to modify any incorrect values. Figure 10: Save Settings 9. Click OK to confirm that you want to save the new settings.
Figure 11: Confirm Screen 10. After clicking OK, you will see the screen below. Figure 12: Final Screen Clicking the Install Utility button will install the Viewing/Recording utility described in Chapter 6 - Windows Viewing/Recording Utility. 11. Click Exit to end the Wizard. Setup is now complete.
This Chapter provides basic information about viewing live video. Overview After finishing setup via the Windows-based Wizard, all LAN users can view live video using Internet Explorer on Windows. This Chapter has details of viewing live video using Internet Explorer.
Figure 13: Home Screen 5. Click View Video. 6. If the Administrator has restricted access to known users, you will then be prompted for a username and password. Enter the name and password assigned to you by the Video Server administrator. 7. The first time you connect to the Video Server, you will be prompted to install an ActiveX component (OCX or CAB file), as in the example below. You must install this ActiveX component (OCX or CAB file) in order to view the Video stream in Internet Explorer.
Connecting to a Video Server via the Internet You can NOT connect to a Video Server via the Internet unless the Video Server Administrator has configured both the Video Server and the Internet Gateway/Router used by the Video Server. See Making Video available from the Internet in Chapter 4 - Advanced Viewing Setup for details of the required configuration. Also, you need a broadband Internet connection to view video effectively. Dial-up connections are NOT supported.
4. When you connect, the following screen will be displayed. Figure 15: Home Screen 5. Click View Video. 6. If the Administrator has restricted access to known users, you will then be prompted for a username and password. Enter the name and password assigned to you by the Video Server administrator. 7. The first time you connect to the video server, you will be prompted to install an ActiveX component (OCX or CAB file), as in the example below.
Viewing Live Video After installing the ActiveX component, you be able to view the live video stream in its own window, as shown below. Adjust focus manually by turning the front lens until the video becomes clear. Figure 17: View Video Screen There are a number of options available on this screen, accessed by select list, button or icon. See the table below for details. Note: The options can only be configured while using IE browser. Other browsers can just view the video rather than configuration.
General Options These options are always available, regardless of the type of video server you are connected to. Screen. Select the desired channel to view on the screen. Select the desired option from the drop-down list. ON. Click this to set the output I/O port to ON mode. OFF. Click this to set the output I/O port to OFF mode. / Play/Stop. Use this icon to start/stop viewing. Back to Original. Use this icon to make the image back to original size. Zoom Out. A digital zoom out feature is available.
This Chapter provides information about the optional settings and features for viewing video via the Video Server. This Chapter is for the video server Administrator only. Introduction This chapter describes some additional settings and options for viewing live Video: • Adjusting the video image • Controlling user access to the live video stream • Making video available from the Internet • Using the Motion Detection feature To Adjust the Video Image: 1.
Data - Streamings Screen Default Streaming Channel Select the default channel for streaming from the drop-down list. Streaming 1 Settings (MJPEG) Video Format This displays the default format. Resolution Select the desired video resolution format. The default resolution is set to 704*576. Fixed Video Quality Select the desired option. The default fix quality is set to Normal. Max. Frame Rate Select the desired Maximum frame rate for the video stream. The default value is 25.
Controlling User Access to the Video Stream By default, anyone can connect to the Video Server and view live Video at any time. If desired, you can limit access to scheduled times, and also restrict access to known users. To Control User Access to Live Video: 1. Connect to the Web-based interface of the Video Server. (See Chapter 5 - Web-based Management for details.) 2. Select Video Access. 3. Set the desired options for Access.
Making Video available from the Internet If your LAN is connected to the Internet, typically by a Broadband Gateway/Router and Broadband modem, you can make the Video Server available via the Internet. You will need to configure your Router or Gateway to allow connections from the Internet to the video server. Router/Gateway Setup Your Router or Gateway must be configured to pass incoming TCP (HTTP) connections (from Internet Viewers) to the Video Server.
Video Server Setup The Video Server configuration does NOT have be changed, unless: • You wish to change the port number from the default value. • You wish to use the DDNS (Dynamic DNS) feature of the Video Server. HTTPS Port Configuration Normally, HTTP (Web) connections use port 80. Since the Video Server uses HTTP, but port 80 is likely to be used by a Web Server, you can use a different port for the Video Server. This port is called the Secondary Port.
Figure 22: DDNS Screen 4. Operation is then automatic: • The Video Server will automatically contact the DDNS server whenever it detects that the Internet IP address has changed, and inform the DDNS server of the new IP address. • Internet users can then connect to the Video Server using the Domain Name allocated by the DDNS service provider. Example: HTTP://mycamera.dyndns.tv:1024 mycamera.dyndns.tv is domain host name. 1024 is the port number.
Viewing Live Video via the Internet Clients (viewers) will also need a broadband connection; dial-up connections are NOT recommended. Viewing Live Video Using your Web Browser If using your Web browser, you need to know the Internet IP address (or the Domain name) of the video server's Router/Gateway, and the correct port number. Enter the Internet address of the Router/Gateway, and its port number, in the Address (or Location) field of your Browser. Example - IP address: HTTP://203.70.212.
Motion Detection Alerts The Motion Detection feature can generate an Alert when motion is detected. The Video Server will compare consecutive frames to detect changes caused by the movement of large objects. But the motion detector can also be triggered by: • Sudden changes in the level of available light • Movement of the camera itself. Try to avoid these situations. The motion detection feature works best in locations where there is good steady illumination, and the camera is mounted securely.
! " # This Chapter provides Setup details of the Video Server’s Web-based Interface. This Chapter is for the video server Administrator only. Introduction The Video Server can be configured using your Web Browser. The Video Server must have an IP address which is compatible with your PC. The recommended method to ensure this is to use the supplied Windows-based Wizard, as described in Chapter 2 - Basic Setup.
Welcome Screen When you connect, the following screen will be displayed. Figure 25: Welcome Screen The menu options available from this screen are: • View Video - View live Video using your Web Browser. See Chapter 3 - Viewing Live Video for details. • Administration - Access the Administration menu.
Administration Menu Clicking on Administration on the menu provides access to all the settings for the Video Server.
System Screen After clicking Administration on the main menu, or selecting System on the Setup menu, you will see a screen like the example below. Figure 26: System Screen Data - System Screen System Settings Device ID This displays the ID for the Video Server. Camera Name Enter the desired name of the Video Server. Description This field is used for entering a description, such as the location of the Video Server. Date & Time Date Format Choose the desired format from the drop-down list.
Network Time Protocol Enable or disable the Time Server feature as required. NTP Server Address Enter the address for the desired NTP server. Update The Schedule determines how often the Video Server contacts the NTP Server. Select the desired options. LED Operation If Disabled, the LED of the Video Server will be in off state. If Enabled, the Video Server will contact a Network Time Server at regular intervals and update its internal timer.
Network Screen This screen is displayed when the Network option is clicked.
Data - Network Screen Network Internet Connection Type There are 3 connection types: • Obtain Address Automatically (DHCP): If selected, the Video Server will obtain its IP address and related information from a DHCP Server. Only select this option if your LAN has a DHCP Server. • Static IP Address: If selected, you must assign the following data to the Video Server. • • IP Address - Enter an unused IP address from the address range used on your LAN.
HTTP/HTTPS This sets the port number for HTTP/HTTPS connections to the Video Server, whether for administration or viewing video. The HTTP (HyperText Transfer Protocol) is used for the standard of transferring files (text, graphic images and other multimedia files) on the World Wide Web. The default HTTP port is 1024. HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) can provide more secure communication with the SSL/TLS protocol, which support data encryption to HTTP clients and servers.
Enable Traversal If enabled, HTTP connections (from your Web Browser or the Viewer and Recorder utility) can use secondary port instead of port 80 (the standard HTTP port) to access the video server. Bonjour Enable Bonjour Service If enabled, the Video Server can be accessed through a "Bonjour" enabled browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer (with a Bonjour plug-in) or Safari browser. You can also find other Bonjour-enabled devices on your network.
Wireless Screen (Wireless Model Only) This screen is displayed when the Wireless menu option is clicked. Figure 28: Wireless Screen Data - Wireless Screen Wireless Network Site Survey Click the "Site Survey" button and select from a list of available APs. WSC PIN Code It displays the WSC PIN code number for the Video Server. Network Type This determines the type of wireless communication used by the Video Server. • If you have an Access Point, select Infrastructure. • Otherwise, select Ad-hoc.
Channel No. • In Infrastructure mode, this setting is ignored. The Video Server will use the Channel set on the Access Point. • For Ad-hoc mode, select the Channel you wish to use on your Video Server. Other Wireless stations should use the same setting. • If you experience interference (shown by lost connections and/or slow data transfers) you may need to experiment with different channels to see which one is the best.
WPA/WPA2 Personal Shared Key Enter the key value. Data is encrypted using a key derived from the network key. Other Wireless Stations must use the same network key. The PSK must be from 8 to 63 characters or 64 hex characters in length.
DDNS Screen Many Internet connections use a "Dynamic IP address", where the Internet IP address is allocated whenever the Internet connection is established. This means that other Internet users don't know the IP address, so can't establish a connection. DDNS is designed to solve this problem, as follows: • You must register for the DDNS service with a DDNS service provider. The DDNS Service provider will allocate a Domain Name to you upon request.
Web Site Button Click this button to open a new window and connect to the Web site for the selected DDNS service provider. Domain (Host) Name Enter the Domain Name (Host Name) allocated to you by the DDNS Server provider. Account/E-Mail Enter the login name or the E-mail address for the DDNS account. Password/Key Enter the password/key for the DDNS account. Check WAN IP Address Set the schedule for checking if the Internet IP address has changed.
IP Filter Screen This screen is displayed when the IP Filter option is clicked. Figure 30: IP Filter Screen Data - IP Filter Screen IP Filter IP Filter The IP Filter feature allows administrators to control Video Server access by filtering IP address. Select the desired option from the drop-down list. Single/Range Select to perform either single IP address or a range of IP addresses that you desired. IP Address Enter an IP address or a range of IP addresses you would like to allow or deny.
I/O Port Screen The Video Server supports 1 input port and 1 output port. This screen is displayed when the I/O Port menu option is clicked. Figure 31: I/O Port Screen Data - I/O Port Screen Input Ports Current State It indicates the current state of the input port. Once the configured state is happened, it will trigger the event actions. Low Select the desired State: • High • Low • Rising • Falling Output Ports Current State It indicates the current state of the output port.
RS485 Screen This screen is displayed when the RS485 menu option is clicked. Figure 32: RS485 Screen Data - RS485 Screen RS485 Enable RS-485 Enable the RS-485 feature to enable pan and tilt functions for the device. Ports Settings Baud Rate Select the desired baud rate from the drop-down list. The default is 2400 bps. Data Bits Select the desired data bits from the drop-down list. The default is 8. Parity Select the desired parity from the drop-down list. The default is None.
Patrol Sequence This feature determines how the Video Server will move when it is set to "Rotate". You can set a number of Preset Positions; the Video Server will go to the first position, then move through the list of preset positions until it is finished. The Video Server will stop at the last position in the list. To create the Preset Sequence, select the desired Preset Position in the left column, and click the "Add >>" button. Repeat until the desired sequence is complete.
Preset Name Enter a suitable name for the Preset Position. If no name is entered, the preset will have a number only. Pan Speed Select the desired speed for the Pan function. Tilt Speed Select the desired speed for the Tilt function.
Streamings This screen is displayed when the Streamings menu option is clicked. If you want to view streaming via the cell phone: 1. Cell phone should be supported by 3GPP protocol. 2. Enter 554 for RTSP port number in the Network screen. 3. Both MPEG-4 and H.264 format support cell phone option. 4. Enter the following address in the URI: RTSP:// Router IP address / User Defined URI 5. Select 15 fps for Max Frame Rate.
Data - Streamings Screen Default Streaming Source Select the default channel for streaming from the drop-down list. Video Input You can check or modify the related stream settings by selecting the desired channel from the list. Streaming Settings Video Format Select the desired format from the list. Resolution Select the desired video resolution format. Fixed Video Quality Select the desired option. The default fix quality is set to Normal.
Video & Audio Screen This screen is displayed when the Video & Audio option is clicked. Figure 35: Video & Audio Screen Data - Video & Audio Screen Video Input You can check or modify the related video adjustments by selecting the desired channel from the list. Basic Video Adjustments Brightness If necessary, you can adjust the brightness to obtain a better image. For example, if the camera is facing a bright light, the image may be too dark. In this case, you can increase the brightness.
Enable Text Display Enable this setting if you want text to be displayed on the Video image, and enter the desired text - up to 20 characters. This feature is often used to identify each Video Server when multiple Video Servers are installed. Enable Line Out Enable this to use this feature.
Video Access Screen This screen is displayed when the Video Access option on the Video & Audio menu is clicked. Figure 36: Video Access Screen Data - Video Access Screen Enable Security Checking Enable Scheduled Video Access • If disabled - No login required. Users do not have to provide a username and password when they connect to the video server to view video. • If enabled - Require login, users will be prompted for a username and password when they connect to the video server to view video.
Add New Schedule Day Choose the desired option for the period. Start Time Enter the start time using a 24 hr clock. End Time Enter the end time using a 24 hr clock. Add Click this button to add a new period.
User Database Screen This screen is displayed when the User Database option on the Video & Audio menu is clicked. Figure 37: User Database Screen Data - User Database Screen Existing Users User List This displays all users you have entered into the User database. If you have not entered any users, this list will be empty. Edit, Delete, Delete All Use these buttons to manage the user database. User Properties User Name Enter the name for the user here.
Motion Detection Screen This screen is displayed when the Motion Detection option on the Event menu is clicked. . Figure 38: Motion Detection Screen Data - Motion Detection Screen Video Input Select the desired channel to set the detection areas. Set Detection Areas Set Detection Areas You can set the full screen or areas of the video image to be examined. Note: Motion detection can be triggered by rapid changes in lighting condition, as well as by moving objects.
Audio Detection Screen This screen is displayed when the Audio Detection option on the Event menu is clicked. . Figure 39: Audio Detection Screen Data - Audio Detection Screen Audio Input Select the desired channel to set the audio volume. Audio Detection Current Volume It displays the current volume of the environment. Triggered Volume Drag the bar to set the volume for triggering. Triggered When Choose the desired situation for triggering the audio detection.
E-Mail Screen This screen is displayed when the E-Mail option on the Event menu is clicked. Figure 40: E-Mail Screen Data - E-Mail Screen Primary/Secondary SMTP Server SMTP Server Address Enter the address of the SMTP (Simple Mail Transport Protocol) Server to be used to send E-Mail. Authentication Select the desired Authentication type for the SMTP Server. SMTP Login name Enter your login name for the SMTP Server. SMTP Password Enter your password for the SMTP Server.
With Attachment Enable the checkbox if you want to attaché files to the E-mail. Subject Enter the desired text to be shown as the "Subject" for the E-Mail when it is received. Subject can not exceed 48 alphanumeric characters.
FTP Screen This screen is displayed when the FTP option on the Event menu is clicked. Figure 41: FTP Screen Data - FTP Screen Primary/Secondary FTP FTP Server Enter the address of the FTP Server. Port Enter the Port of the FTP Server to be connected. Login name Enter your login name for the FTP Server. Password Enter your password for the FTP Server. Enable Passive Mode Check the box to enable the Passive mode feature of the FTP. File Path Name Enter the file path/name of the FTP.
HTTP Screen This screen is displayed when the HTTP option on the Event menu is clicked. Figure 42: HTTP Screen Data - HTTP Screen HTTP Notification URL Enter the URL of your HTTP notification server. User Name Enter the user name of your HTTP server. Password Enter the password to match the user name above. Proxy Server Name Specify the proxy server name in the provided field if the device needs to pass through a Proxy Server to do the HTTP notification.
SD Card Screen This screen is displayed when the SD Card option is clicked. Figure 43: SD Card Screen Data - SD Card Screen Card Management Card Status It shows details of the card, if any. • Total Size • Used Size • Free Size • Used (%) Refresh Click this button to update the status of the current SD card Format Format the SD card by clicking the Format button. Safely Remove When you want to remove the card, click this button.
When disk is full Select the desired option for the behavior when the disk space limit is reached. • Overwrite oldest file. The Recorder will overwrite the oldest file if the space is not enough for further recording. • Stop recording. If the disk space limit is reached, no further recording is done. Continuous Recording Continuous Recording Enter the desired time (minute) to set the maximum time period of a recording. Video Clips Click View button to see the details of the video clips.
SMB/CIFS Client Screen This screen is displayed when the SMB/CIFS Client option on the Event menu is clicked. Figure 44: SMB/CIFS Client Screen Data - SMB/CIFS Client Screen SMB/CIFS Client Browse SMB/CIFS Server Click Browse button to select the desired SMB/CIFS server. Server Name Enter the name of your SMB/CIFS server. File Path Enter the file path of your SMB/CIFS server. User Name Enter the user name for the SMB/CIFS client account.
Trigger & Recording Screen This screen is displayed when the Event Trigger option on the Event menu is clicked. Figure 45: Event Trigger Screen Data - Event Trigger Screen Event Schedule Schedule List Add, Edit, Delete Button The Event Schedule shows all of the event types currently configured in the Video Server, along with various information about their configuration, as listed below: • Name - the descriptive event name set by the user.
Trigger Event Enable Check to perform all of the event(s) that were configured and scheduled. Interval Select the desired option for the events interval. (* "0" = No Delay) Trigger by • Input 1 - This describes the states that the input must be in for an event to be triggered. • Audio Detection - The sound detection can be used to trigger events. • Motion Detection - Movement in a motion detection window can be used to trigger events.
Maintenance Screen This screen is displayed when the Maintenance option on the Administration menu is clicked. . Figure 46: Maintenance Screen Data - Maintenance Screen Administrator Login Administrator ID Enter the name for the Administrator here. Spaces, punctuation, and special characters must NOT be used in the name. Administrator Password Enter the password for the Administrator. Verify Password Re-enter the password for the Administrator, to ensure it is correct.
Backup & Restore Backup Configuration File Click Backup button to save the current configuration information to a text file. Restore Configuration File Click Restore button to reinitialize the video server to load the new updated software. Do this after loading the upgrade file. Clear File Name This does NOT stop the Restore process if it has started. It only clears the input for the "Restore Configuration File" field.
Status Screen This screen is displayed when the Status option on the Administration menu is clicked. Figure 47: Status Screen Data - Status Screen System Device Name This shows the name of the Video Server. Description This shows the description of the Video Server, such as location. F/W version The version of the current firmware installed. Network MAC Address The MAC address of the Video Server. IP Address The IP Address of the Video Server.
Network Mask The network mask associated with the IP address above. Gateway The IP Address of the remote Gateway associated with the IP Address above. WINS Address The IP Address of the WINS server. Wireless (Wireless Model Only) WSC PIN Dode It displays the current WSC PIN code. Network Type This shows the Network Type currently in use (Ad-hoc or Infrastructure). SSID This displays the wireless SSID. Channel This shows the wireless channel currently used.
Log Screen This screen displays a log of system activity. Figure 48: Log Screen Data - Log Screen Log System Log This is a log of system activity. Refresh Button Click this to update the data shown on screen. Clear Log Click this button to restart the log. Enable Syslog Service Check the box to enable the System Log Server feature. Syslog Server Address Enter the address of the Syslog Server.
$ %& ' ( ) This Chapter describes how to view and record the live video stream generated by the Video Server, using the supplied Windows utility. Overview The Utilities package includes following three functions: • LiveView - to view/listen the live streams. • View Recordings - to record the live streams. • Setup - to configure the Utilities such as adding device, making recording schedules and setting required parameters, etc..
Figure 49: Welcome Screen 2. Click the Install Utility button to start the installation of the Utilities package. 3. Follow the prompts to complete the installation. 4. After the installation, double click the Monitor icon on the desktop or click Monitor menu item in the Windows main program menu to launch the Utilities. System Tray Icon When started, the program will create an icon in the Windows system tray on the taskbar, as shown below.
LiveView Screen When Utility launched, the Camera Utility screen like the example below will be displayed. Figure 51: Main Screen If no devices have been defined and added to the Utilities, no video will be displayed. Utilities should be configured first to view the streams. See the following section for information on defining a device. Note that each device is given a number (Channel Number).
Camera Setup To define a device and associate it with a Channel Number: 1. Click the Setup icon on the main screen. You will see a screen like the example below. Figure 52: Cameras Screen 2. Add desired Video Server to the Camera List: • • To associate a device automatically with the current Channel: • The Utilities will search and display all available devices found on your LAN in the Add Camera list automatically. The Add Camera list can be updated by clicking the Refresh button.
