Axis Communications 230 MPEG-2 manual

AXIS 230 MPEG-2 Network Camera User’s Manual[...]

AXIS COMMUNICATIONS <Product Name> Quick User’s Guide AXIS 230 User’s Manual 2 About This Docume nt This manual is intended fo r administrators and operators of the AXIS 230 MPEG- 2 Network Camera, and is applicable for firmware releas e 3.10. Later versions of the document will be posted to the Axis Web site, as required. Previous experi[...]

AXIS 230 User’s Manual 3 Table Of Contents Safety Notice - Battery Repl acement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

AXIS 230 User’s Manual 4 Support - Logs & Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 The Factory Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Appendix A - Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

AXIS 230 Safety Notice - Battery Replacement 5 Safety Notice - Battery Replacement The AXIS 230 MPEG-2 Network Camera uses a 3.0V CR2032 Lithium battery as the power supply for its internal real-time clock (RTC). Th is battery will, under no rmal conditions, last for a minimum of 5 years. Low ba ttery power affects th e operation of the RTC, causin[...]

Introduction AXIS 230 6 Introduction The AXIS 230 MPEG-2 Network Camera combines the features of a high quality network camera containing a built-in zoom with the fu nctionality of a powerfu l video server, thus providing video and audio streams over IP netw orks. With its day/night functionality, the AXIS 230 provides quality video 24 hours a day.[...]

AXIS 230 Introduction 7 Superior Imaging - The MPEG-2 video stream can be viewed on a LAN by up to 3 standard (unicast) clients, or by unlimited numbers of multicast clients. Full frame rate (25/30 frames per second) is assured, provided the required bandwidt h is available. Four different image resolutions up to 720x576 (PAL) / 520x 480 (NTSC) are[...]

Introduction AXIS 230 8 Applications The AXIS 230 MPEG-2 Network Ca mera can be used in a wide range of surveillance and monitoring applications, and is the pe rfect choice wh ere an application re quires a high-quality video and audio stream to be di stributed at a fixed frame rate over a local area network (LAN). The AX IS 230 can also upload vid[...]

AXIS 230 Product Description 9 Product Description Read the following information to familiarize yourself with the AXIS 230, making particular note of where the con nectors and indicators are located. AXIS 230 - Front AXIS 230 - Rear Panel The internal microphone The Status LED shows steady green for normal operation, or red for errors Swivel head [...]

Product Description AXIS 230 10 Hardware Inventory Check the items supplied with your AXIS 230 against the following list: Note: The power supply for the AXIS 230 is country-specific. Please check the type you are using is correct. Item Title/Variant Quantity Notes Network Camera AXIS 230 MPEG-2 Network Camera 1 Power Supply (PS-K) Europe UK USA Ja[...]

AXIS 230 Installing the AXIS 230 11 Installing the AXIS 230 This section is intended for use by the product administrator. Operators and viewers should read Operating the AXIS 230, on page 15. Installation using AXIS IP Utility Important! AXIS IP Utility is a software application that quickly and simply installs an Axis device onto your local netwo[...]

Installing the AXIS 230 AXIS 230 12 Example: For Unix/Linux , enter the following: (note that you must be the root user.) Example (for Linux): Note: In some Unix/Linux systems, the arp command can be locate d in a directory that is not on the command path; e.g: /usr/sbin/arp 4. Now connect power to the camer a. No more than 2 minutes should have el[...]

AXIS 230 Installing the AXIS 230 13 The AXIS Media Control (Viewing Client) To view the video stream from the AXIS 230 in a browser, the AXIS Me dia Control must be installed. This is performed automatically th e first ti me the camera is accessed from a browser. Simply accept the license agreement displayed in the setup window and the client will [...]

Installing the AXIS 230 AXIS 230 14 Accessing the AXIS 230 from Internet Explorer Important! Configuring audio equipment The internal microphone or other audio equipment should now be configured: 1. From the setup tools, open the Audio settings page and check the Enable box. 2. Select the input you connected your external equipment to ( external li[...]

AXIS 230 Operating the AXIS 230 15 Operating the AXIS 230 This section is intended mainly for system Operators, that is, personnel responsible for using the AXIS 230 as part of e.g. an integrated surveillance system or similar. Product Administrators will also find this section useful reading. The following topics are covered: • accessing the AXI[...]

Operating the AXIS 230 AXIS 230 16 Access from a browser The video stream and the setup tools in th e AXIS 230 can be accessed using Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher on Windows 2000 or Windows XP. Follow the instructions below to access your images: 1. Start Internet Explorer . 2. Enter the name or IP address of the AXIS 230 into the A ddr[...]

AXIS 230 Operating the AXIS 230 17 Positional Control of the Video Source Pan/Tilt devices connected to the AXIS 230’s por ts can be controlled directly from the web interface, or by third-party applic ations. When using such a device, Pan and Tilt bars are automatically displayed, as shown in the exam ple below. Note that the sele ct ed Pan/Tilt[...]

Operating the AXIS 230 AXIS 230 18 Video Settings The AXIS 230’s video settings, as described below, may or may not need adjustment. • Resolution - the available video resoluti ons for the AXIS 230 are list ed in the table below. The exact resolution will depend on the modulation type - PAL or NTSC. See also the Technical Specifications, on pag[...]

AXIS 230 Operating the AXIS 230 19 • Max Digital Zoom - To prevent distortion of the video stream when zooming, set a maximum value for the digital zoom. This ensures that you always get video of a certain minimum defined quality. • Focus Near Limit - This setting is us eful when the camera is mounted e.g. behind glass in an outdoor enclosure. [...]

Operating the AXIS 230 AXIS 230 20 Audio Settings The AXIS 230 provides a fully synchronized au dio stream at up to CD quality. The following settings are available: • Quality - Select the bit rate and sample rate to use. Generally speaking, th e higher the setting, the better the sound quality, but at the higher levels the differe nce might not [...]

AXIS 230 Operating the AXIS 230 21 When you are satisfied with the new layout, click Save . Note: Unchecking the Show Setup link will mean that the administration too ls will then only be acces- sible by entering the full address to the tools into the browser’s URL field, fo r example: http://172.21.1.200/operator/ . Please make a note of the add[...]

Operating the AXIS 230 AXIS 230 22 Setting up a new event type Click the menu link to Event Types . This opens the list of event types as in the example below. The list shows various information ab out the event types currently configured. Click the Add button. This launches the Event Type Setup dialog. Depending on the event type you require, you [...]

AXIS 230 Operating the AXIS 230 23 Trigger Type The trigger type is what st arts the event type. The following options are available: • Input Ports - This describes the states that the 2 in puts must be in before the event is triggered. One or more inputs can be used together, but note that the states for all the inputs used must first be reache [...]

Operating the AXIS 230 AXIS 230 24 • Pre-trigger recording time up to - The AXIS 230 can save recorded sequences that originate from the time immediately preceding the trigger. This can be very useful when checking to see what happened to cause the trigger. The part of the buffer not used for pre-trigger recording is automatically used for post-t[...]

AXIS 230 Operating the AXIS 230 25 • Send email notification to - Check this box to enable the send ing of email to notify recipients of events. Enter the email address(es) in the fiel d provided. Multiple addresses are separated by commas (,). To add your own text, check the Include text box and enter your text. Note that a mail server must be c[...]

Operating the AXIS 230 AXIS 230 26 Notification Servers To allow your event types to send HTTP and TC P notifications, the necessary se rver s mus t first be configured. The Notification Server list shows the servers currently configured. These servers ar e shown as the alter natives when selecting this type of notification in the event type setup,[...]

AXIS 230 Operating the AXIS 230 27 The following information should be pr ovided for a TCP no tification server: • Name - This can be any descriptive name you like. • Network address - Provide the address of the server he re. This may be an IP address or a host name. Note that to use a host name, a DN S server must be configured in the TCP/IP n[...]

Operating the AXIS 230 AXIS 230 28 Preset position setup - Zoom only To add a new preset position for the zoom function, zoom the camera to the required magnification and then enter a descriptive name in the Current Position field and click Apply . To set a position as Home , check the box provided when that position is current. It is possible to g[...]

AXIS 230 The System Options 29 The System Options This section lists and describes the administrat ion tools used for the general configuration of the AXIS 230 - the System Options . The topics covered are, for example, network settings, date and time settings , users, etc. For information on general usage and how to set up event types, etc., pleas[...]

The System Options AXIS 230 30 System Options Overview The table below provides a brief overview of the System Options. Each section is explained in more detail in the pages that follow. Users To prevent any unauthorized use of the prod uct, the AXIS 230 suppor ts multi-level and multi-user password protec ted access. A maximum of 20 users can be d[...]

AXIS 230 The System Options 31 Adding Users Click Add to add a new user. The fo llowing fields must then be completed: • User Name - Must contain at least one, but not more than fourteen characters. • Password - Must contain at least one, but not more than eight characters. • Confirm Password - Repeat the above password here. User Group - Che[...]

The System Options AXIS 230 32 Allowed Ports - Check the boxes for the protocols that the user (IP address) will be allowed to use to access the camera. Th ese can be FTP and/or HTTP . If you have particular requirements concerning which ports acce ss will be allowed on, enter these in the Port range fields. To allow access via HTTP, the port value[...]

AXIS 230 The System Options 33 TCP/IP Network Settings From the Network Settings, configure th e TCP/IP network settings as follows: Automatic IP Configuration DHCP - Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHC P) is a protocol that lets network administrators centrally manage and automate the assignment of IP addresses in an organization's netwo[...]

The System Options AXIS 230 34 Manual IP Configuration IP Address - Specify a unique IP address for your ca mera, to establish communica tion with your network. Written as four numbers separa ted by periods, each number in the address must be in the range 0 - 255. For example: 192.168.0.125 Note: IP addresses can be assigned at random within isolat[...]

AXIS 230 The System Options 35 SMTP (email) Network Settings The AXIS 230 can be configured to send ev ent and error email messages to predefined addresses. Primary mail server - Enter the name or IP address of the server providing your mail facilities. Note that to use a host name, a DNS server must be specified in the TCP/IP network settings. Sec[...]

The System Options AXIS 230 36 Ports & Devices IO Ports This page allows configuration of the two inputs and one output supported by the AXIS 230. Ports can be given desc riptive names, and their Normal state can be configured. The normal state describes the inactive state fo r the port. It is also an indication of the function of the connected[...]

AXIS 230 The System Options 37 Maintenance This section provides tools for the following: • Restart - Clicking this button will restart the AXIS 230. • Restore - This button will reset the camera to it s factory default settings. Once this has been done, many of the unit’s parameters will need to be re-configured. The only settings saved are [...]

The System Options AXIS 230 38 The Factory Default Settings In certain circumstances, it ma y be necessary to r einstate the Factory Default settings for your AXIS 230. This is perf ormed in one of two ways: • By clicking the Restore button from the Maintenance page under System Options. This action will reset most of the unit’s paramete rs but[...]

AXIS 230 Troubleshooting 39 Appendix A - Troubleshooting This appendix provides useful information to help you to resolve any difficulty you might have with your AXIS 230. Symptoms, possible ca uses and remedial actions are provided in a quick reference table. Checking the Firmware One of your first actions when attempting to solve a problem should[...]

Troubleshooting AXIS 230 40 Symptoms, Possible Causes and Remedial Actions Symptoms Possible causes Remedial actions The AXIS 230 cannot be installed, or cannot be accessed from a browser after installation. The IP address is already being used by another device. Run Ping (as described below) and follow the appropriate recommendations. The IP addre[...]

AXIS 230 Troubleshooting 41 Note: If you still have a problem after re ading this information, please co ntact you r reseller or visit the Axis Support Web at www.axis.com/techsup/ Slow video Outdated drivers for graphics card. Obtain and install the latest device driver for your graphics card from the manufacture r’s web site . A l so ch eck tha[...]

Troubleshooting AXIS 230 42 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 ac cessible. It also provides a useful method for confirming addressing conflicts with your AXIS 230 on the network. Follow the instructions below to ping your unit[...]

AXIS 230 Updating the Firmware 43 Appendix B - Updating the Firmware The AXIS 230 firmware is stored in Flash me mory. 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 era sed and re -written. This means firmware [...]

Updating the Firmware AXIS 230 44 3. Open a browser and type in the IP address of the AXIS 230. In the page that appears, use the Browse button to select the upgrade f ile to use, e.g. axis230.bin. Then hit the Load button to restart the upgrade process. 4. After the upgrade has completed (1-1 0 minutes ), the unit will automatically restart and sh[...]

AXIS 230 Customizing The AXIS 230 45 Appendix C - Customizing The AXIS 230 Modifying the File System The Linux-based operating system and flash memory file system make it possible for advanced users and application develope rs to customize the AXIS 230 by adding additional files to the read-write area of the flash memory. Important! Although modifi[...]

Customizing The AXIS 230 AXIS 230 46 Custom Web Pages The AXIS 230 contains a re-writable flash memory file system that a llows some directories and files to be changed by the root user, using FTP. This st rictly non-supported product functionality, makes it possible for advanced users and application developers to add their own Web pages, scripts,[...]

AXIS 230 Customizing The AXIS 230 47 Example! Your page now appears in your browser. 8. Enter bye in the command window to exit FTP . Note: You can change the html files as and when yo u like, but remember that the available flash memory is limited. Using your own file as a New Home Page Having created and stored your own web page s in the AXIS 230[...]

Customizing The AXIS 230 AXIS 230 48 After making these changes, you will not be able to automati cally access the default index page. Instead you must type in the complete URL to access it: or , if PTZ is enabled: Note: As an alternative to the above, edit the line starting with Document Root so that it points directly to the local directory. Afte[...]

AXIS 230 Unit Connections 49 Appendix D - Unit Connections The D-Sub Connector The AXIS 230 provides one 9-pin D-sub connector, providing the physical interface for an RS-232 port, used for connecting accessory eq uipment; such as st and-alone Pan/Tilt devices for the re mote positioning of connected video cameras. A diagram of the RS-232 connector[...]

Unit Connections AXIS 230 50 Schematic Diagram - Ter minal Connector Block[...]

AXIS 230 Unit Connections 51 Connecting Pan/Tilt Devices The AXIS 230 supports a range of Pan Tilt device drivers. The driver is selected from the COM Port settings , which are found under System options - Ports & Devices . Please see the online help or www.axis.com for a complete list of supported devices. The diagram below illustrates how the[...]

Unit Connections AXIS 230 52 Controlling and Monitoring By entering http requests in your browser’s URL field, you can: • drive the transistor output high or low • monitor the status of the digital inputs This requires administrator ac cess to the AXIS 230, and thus a user name and password. Log in as root and supply the root password (defaul[...]

AXIS 230 Unit Connections 53 Example: - Monitor data on inputs 1 and 2 The AXIS 230 then displays the st atus of the inputs, as follows: http://server/axis-cgi/io/input.cgi?check=1,2 Input 1 = 0 Input 2 = 1[...]

Audio Settings AXIS 230 54 Appendix E - Audio Settings The maximum audio level depends on the configuration used. • Selecting external microphone and high sensitivity input, se ts the 0dB level (the maximum level) to 25mVpp. • Selecting external microphone and low sensitiv ity input, sets the 0dB level (the maximum level) to 270mVpp. • Select[...]

AXIS 230 Technical Specifications 55 Appendix F - Technical Specifications System Requirements - Windows® 2000 or Windows XP (w ith latest Service Pack.) AGP graphics card with 16 MB video memory an d support for DirectDraw®. Use the latest available driver. Internet Explor er 5.5 or higher (with latest Service Pack.) Dire ctX® (latest version.)[...]

Technical Specifications AXIS 230 56 Approvals - EMC • EN 55024:1998+A1 (CISPR 24 :1 997+A1.) Applies when using the internal microphone or an external line input, but not when using an external microphone. • EN61000-6- 1:2001 • EN61000-6- 2:2001 • EN 55022:1998+A 1 Clas s B (CISPR 22:1997+A1, Class B) • FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class B de[...]

AXIS 230 Bandwidth 57 Appendix G - Bandwidth As different networks have di fferent characteristics and di fferent amounts of bandwidth available, the AXIS 230’s video and audio settin gs may need to be ad justed to suit the prevailing conditions. The Video Quality Level The video quality level describes how much vi deo data is transferred per sec[...]

Bandwidth AXIS 230 58 Other Considerations • The MPEG-2 encoder chip in the AXIS 230 is designed for constant video bit rates from 1.0 - 8.0 Mbit/s. The parameter on the encoder chip that controls th e video bit rate allows even lower settings, but not at constant bit rates. At low bit rates, the encoder delivers variable bit rates, and the rate [...]

AXIS 230 Index 59 Index A Access from a browser 14 Actions 21 Activate output port 24 Adding Allowed IP addresses 31 Notification servers 26 Upload servers 25 Users 30 Additional information - upload servers 25 Administrator - user group 31 Advanced image settings 19 Allowed IP addresses 31 Anonymous viewers 30 Applications 8 Audio - event triggeri[...]

Index AXIS 230 60 G Group of Pictures (GOP) 19 H Hardware Inventory 10 Home page 47 HTTP event notification 25 IP address notification 33 notification server 26 port number 34 I I/O Terminal Block 49 Information Log 37 Input Ports - event triggering 23 Inputs 36 Installation 11 Installing Pan/Tilt devices 51 Internet Explorer 12 IO Ports 36 IP addr[...]

AXIS 230 Index 61 Respond to trigger... 22 Restarting the server 37 Restoring the factor y default settings 37 Retry count - HTTP notifications 26 Root password 30 RS-232 36 RS-232 serial interface 49 RS-485 36 RTP 35 S Schematic diagram 50 Sensitivity - microphone setting 14 Server boot - event triggering 23 Server Report 39 Setting up event types[...]

AXIS COMMUNICATIONS <Product Name> Quick User’s Guide Glossary of Terms AXIS 230 62 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 [...]