Axis Communications AXIS FD-R M12 manual

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    AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Fixed Dome Network Camera User’s Manual[...]

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    AXIS COMMUNICATIONS <Product Name> Quick U ser’s Guide About this Document This manual is intended for administ rators and users of the AXIS 209FD/FD-R Network Camera, and is applicable for software release 4.47 and later. It includes instructions for using and ma naging the camera on your network. Previous experience of networking will be [...]

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    3 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Contents Product overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    4 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Product overview Description The AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Fixe d Dome Network Camera is a hi gh-performance, progressive-scan camera with a discreet comp act casi ng that effectively protec ts against tampering. The AXIS 209FD is ideally suited for office and business locatio ns, whereas the pr oduct casing of the AXIS 20[...]

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    5 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Overview Dimensions Diameter 1 = 102mm (4.02”), Diameter 2 = 100mm (3.94”) Height = 39mm (1.54”) Weight = 0.18 kg (0.40lb) Front view Rear view Side view Position of rear cable exit (optional) Base plate Network cable with connector Screw ho les ∅ 102mm ∅ 100mm 39mm Indicator LE Ds Screw ho le Screw hole Screw h[...]

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    6 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Control button - Press this button to install using the AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service, or to restore the factory default settin gs, as described in Resetting to the factory default settings, on p age 31 . LED Indicators LED Color Descri ption Network Green Steady for connection to 100 Mbit/s ne twork. Fla shes for net[...]

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    7 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Accessing the Camera The network camera mu st be installed first before you can acce ss it. To install the ca mera please se e the installation guide supplied with the product. The camera can be used with most operating systems and browsers. Th e recommended browser is Microsoft Internet Explorer with Windows, Safari with[...]

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    8 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Setting the root password 1. When accessing the camera for the first time, the ‘ Configure Root P assword ’ dialog appears. Note: Befo re you enter your password at this point, you can secure configu- ration of the root password via HTT PS by creating a self-signed certifi- cate. To do so, click the Create self -signe[...]

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    9 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Click the View Full Screen button to make the video image fill the entire screen area. No other windows will be visible. Press Esc (Escape) on the computer keyboard to exit full screen. Click the Record button to start an MPEG-4 reco rding (only available when viewing MPEG-4).[...]

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    10 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Video Streams The AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 provide s several different image and video stream formats. The type to use depends on your requir ements and on the prope rties of your network. The Live View page provides access to MPEG-4 and Motion JPEG vide o streams, as well as to single JPEG images. Other applications and[...]

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    11 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 MPEG-4 clients AXIS Media Control (AMC) The recommended me thod of acce ssing live video (MPEG-4 and Motion JPEG) from the AXIS 209FD /FD-R/FD-R M12 is to use the AXIS Media Control (AMC) in Mi crosoft Internet Explorer in Windows. The AMC control panel can be used to configure various video and a udio settings. Please s[...]

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    12 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Configuring the camera This section describes how to configure the camera, and is intended for product Administrators, who have unrestricted access to all th e configuration menus; and Operators , who have access to the settings for Video & Image, Audio, Live View Config and Event Configuration. The camera is configu[...]

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    13 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Video & Image Image Use these settings to change the ima ge as required. T he image can be rotated, the image resolution and compression be adjusted, and the whit e balance be changed. The image can also be mirrored to change the perspective. The configuration of the video image will affect the camera’s overall per[...]

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    14 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Video Stream Define the maximum video stream time per session in seconds, minutes or hours. When the set time has expired, a new stream can be starte d by refreshing the page in the brow ser. For unlimited video stream time, select the Unlimited radio butto n option. Note that the maximum video stream time does not apply[...]

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    15 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Advanced Camera This page contains settings for fine-tuning the video image . Lighting Conditions To compensate for the lighting Conditions , the Color level , Brightness , Sharpness , and the exposure control can be adjusted. Low Light Behavior Exposure priority defines the balance between image quality an d the frame r[...]

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    16 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 GOV Settings The GOV structure describes the compos ition of the MPEG-4 video stream. Se tting the GOV-leng th to a high value saves considerably on bandwidth. The Cyclic refresh parameter gives a smoother bit rate and can be useful if bandwidth is limited. Bit Rate Control Limiting the maximum bit rate is a good way of [...]

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    17 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Live View Config Layout The settings on this page allow you to decide the layout of the Live View page. You can include action buttons, decide the default video format, and the default viewer among other things. Default Video Format Select the default video format to use on the Live View pa ge. Ch ecking the S how video [...]

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    18 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Action Buttons The Show manual trigger button option lets you manually trigger an d stop an event from the Live View page. See Event Config, on p age 20 . Enabling the display of the Sn apshot button allows users to save a snapshot from the video stream by clicking the button. This button is mainly intended fo r use with[...]

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    19 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 To add a new video source, click the Add button. This opens the External Video Source Setup dialog; Here you can make all the necessary settings. To modify an existing video so urce, select it and click the Modify button. To delete an external video so urce, select it and click the Remove button. Sequence Mode Sequence M[...]

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    20 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Event Config Pre-defined parameters, known as an Event or Event Type can trigger certain ac tions in the camera. A common event type is an alarm that caus es the ca mera to upload images. Many event types use an Event Server , to receive uploaded images. An event that is triggered by a signal, such as a door switch, moti[...]

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    21 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 How to set up a tri ggered event This example describes how to set up the camera to upload images when there is movement in the image: 1. Click A dd triggered on the Event types page. 2. Enter a descriptive name for the event, such as Movement . 3. Set the priority - Hi gh, Normal or Low (see the online help). 4. Set the[...]

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    22 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Camera Tampering (AXIS 209 FD-R/FD-R M12) The camera tampering app lication, which is currently availab le only for the AXIS 209 FD-R/FD-R M12, generates an alarm whenever the camera is repositioned, or when the lens is covered, sprayed or severely defocused. You must create an event, see How to set up a triggered event [...]

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    23 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Motion Detection Motion detection is used to generate an alarm when ever movement occurs (or stops) in the video image. A total of 10 Include and/or Excl ude windows ca n be configured. • Included window s target specific area s within the whole video image • Ex cluded windows define areas within an Include win dow t[...]

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    24 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Tips: • Avoid triggering on small objects in the video image by setting the object size level to high. • To reduce the number of triggers if ther e is a lot of movement during a short pe riod of time, select a high history level. • To only detect flashing light, low sensitivit y can be selected. In other cases, a h[...]

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    25 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 System Options Security User access control is enabled by default. An administrator can set up other new users, by giving them user names and passwords. It is also possible to allow anonymous viewer login, which means that anybody may access the Live View pa ge, as described below: Users - the user lis t displays the aut[...]

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    26 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 A self-signed certificate can be used until a Certific ate Authority-issued certific ate has been obtained. Click the Create self-signed Certificate button to install a self-signed certificate. Although self-signed certificates are free and offer some protection, tr ue security will only be implemented after the installa[...]

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    27 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Services Enable ARP/Ping setting of IP address - The IP address can be set us ing the ARP/Ping method, which associates the unit's MAC address with an IP address. Check this box to en able the se rvice. Leave disabled to prevent unintentional rese tting of the IP address. Notes: • The ARP/Ping service is automatic[...]

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    28 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 HTTP The default HTTP port number (80) can be changed to any port within the range 1024-65535. This is useful for e.g. simple security port mapping. HTTPS The HTTPS port to use. The default setting is 443. NAT traversal (port mapping) for IPv4 A broadband router allows devices on a private network (LAN) to share a si ngl[...]

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    29 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 RTSP The RTSP protocol allows a connecting clie nt to start an M PEG-4 stream. Check the box to enable the server and enter the RTSP port number to use. The default se tting is 554. Note that MP EG-4 video streams will not be available if this service is not enabled. Network Traffic Connection Type - The default setting [...]

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    30 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 SNMP The Simple Network Management Pr otocol (SNMP) allows remote ma nagement of network devices. Depending on the level of security re quired, select the version of SNMP to use. The three levels of security are: • SNMP V1 - includes no security . • SNMP V2c - uses very simple secu rity . The community n ame can be s[...]

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    31 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Support The Support Overview page provides valuable information on troubleshooting and contact information, should you require te chnical assistance. System Overview - is a quick look over the camera’s st atus and settings. Information that can be found here includes the camera’s Firmware version, IP address, Securit[...]

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    32 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 (AXIS 209FD-R) network connector . Female RJ-45 Industrial connec tor. Compatible with Woodhead RJ-Lnxx IP67 connectors Supports Power over Ethernet. Using shielded cables is recommended (AXIS 209FD-R M12) network connector . Male M12 D-code Ethernet co nnector. Supports Power over Ethernet. Using shielded cab les is rec[...]

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    33 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Troubleshooting Checking the firmware Firmware is software that deter mines the functionality of the AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12. One of your first actions when troubleshooting a problem should be to check the curr ently installed firmware version. The latest version may contain a corr ection that fixes your particular prob[...]

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    34 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 4. After the upgrade has completed (1-1 0 minutes), the unit will automatically restart and show a steady green on the P ower and Status LEDs and flashing green or amber on the Network LED. 5. Referring to the installation guide, reinstall the camera. 6. Windows - If you are using a DHCP server , type the following from [...]

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    35 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Symptoms, Possible Causes and Remedial Actions Problems setting the IP address When using ARP/Ping Try the installation again. The IP address must be set wi thin two minutes after power has been applied to the cam- era. Ensure the Ping len gth is se t to 408. See the Installation Guide. The camera is loca ted on a differ[...]

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    36 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 For further assistance, please co ntact your reseller or see the suppor t pages on the Axis Website at www.axis.com/techsup A firmware upgrade has been inter - rupted or the firmware has otherwise been damaged See the Emergency Recovery Procedure above. No images displayed on web pag e Problem with AMC. ( Internet Explor[...]

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    37 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Technical Specifications Item Specification Models AXIS 209FD: VGA AXIS 209FD-R: VGA, with a rugged and IP67-rated RJ-45 connector AXIS 209FD-R M12: VGA, with a rugged and IP67-rated M12 connector Image sensor 1/4” Micron Progressive Scan RG B VGA CMOS Lens • 3.0mm, F2.0, fixed iris • F ocus range: 0.5m to infinity[...]

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    38 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Installation, management and maintenance • AXIS Camera Management tool on CD and web-based configuration • Configuration of backup and restore • Firmware upgrades over HTTP or FTP, firmware available at www.axis.com Video access from Web browser • Camera live view • Video recording to file (ASF) Minimum web bro[...]

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    39 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 General performance considerations When setting up your system, it is important to cons ider how various settings and situations will affect performance. Some factors affect th e amount of bandwidth (the bit rate ) required, others can affect the frame rate, and some will affect both. If the load on th e CPU reaches its [...]

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    40 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Optimizing your system To see the bandwidth and frame rate currently required by the video stream, the AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 provides a tool that can be used to disp lay these values direct ly in the video image. To do this, special format strings are add ed as part of a text overlay. Simply add #r (average frame rate[...]

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    41 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Glossary of Terms ActiveX - A standard that enables software components to interact with one another in a networked environment, regardless of the language(s) used to create them. Web browsers may come into contact with ActiveX controls, ActiveX documents, and ActiveX scripts. ActiveX controls are often downloaded and in[...]

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    42 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 the other. A firewall can be software running on a computer, or it can be a standa lone hard ware device. Focal length - Measured in millimeters, the focal length of a camera le ns determines the width of the horizontal field of view, which in turn is measured in de grees. FTP (File Transfer Protocol) - An application pr[...]

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    43 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Bit rate . Monitor - A monitor is very similar to a standard television set, but la cks the electronics to pi ck up regular television signals. Motion JPEG - Motion JPEG is a simple compression/de compression te chnique for networked video. Latency is low and image quality is guarant eed, re gardle ss of mov ement or co [...]

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    44 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Router - A device that determines the next network point to which a packet should be forwarded on its way to its final destination. A router creates and/or mai ntains a special routing table that stores information on how best to reach certain destinations. A router is sometimes included as part of a network switch. See [...]

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    45 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 WPA-PSK (Wi-Fi Protected A ccess - Pre-Shared Key) - This wireless encryption method uses a pre-shared key (PSK) for key management. Keys can usually be entered as manual hex values, as hexadecimal characters, or as a Passphrase. WPA-PSK provides a greater degree of security than WEP. Zoom lens - A zoom le ns can be move[...]

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    46 AXIS 209FD/FD-R/FD-R M12 Index A Action Buttons 17 Administrator 12 Alarm 23 AMC Viewer Toolbar 8 ARP/Ping 27 B Backup 30 Bit Rate 15, 16 Bonjour 7, 30 Buffer Size 21 Buffers 21 C Camera T ampering 22 Configuration 12 Control Button 6, 31 D Date & Time 26 Default Viewer 17 DNS Configuration 27 DNS Server 27 Domain Name 27 E Emergency Recover[...]