PTZ IP DOME CAMERA OUTDOOR PTZ IP DOME CAMERA VN-V685U VN-V686BU VN-V686WPBU VN-V685U/ VN-V686BU INSTRUCTIONS VN-V686WPBU Thank you for purchasing this product. Before beginning to operate this unit, please read the instruction manual carefully in order to make sure that the best possible performance is obtained. For Customer Use: Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the body. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. VN-V685U/VN-V686BU/VN-V686WPBU Serial No.
Getting Started Safety Precautions Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment [European Union] This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic equipment should not be disposed as general household waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the product should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment for proper treatment, recovery and recycling in accordance with your national legislation.
● This installation should be made by a qualified service person and should conform to all local codes. ● This installation shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. ● The unit is to be powered by an AC 24 V power supply. The AC 24 V power supply should conform to the following:Class 2 only(For USA),Isolated power supply only(For Europe and other). ● Any Mention in this manual of Alarm inputs/ outputs have not been evaluated by UL to be used for Burglar Alarm Functionality.
Getting Started These are general IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and certain items may not apply to all appliances. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 1. 2. 3. 4. Read all of these instructions. Save these instructions for later use. All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Unplug this appliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 5.
Contents Getting Started Safety Precautions ........................................2 Contents ........................................................5 Main Features ...............................................6 Safety precautions .........................................8 Operating Environment .................................8 Precautions ...................................................9 Name and Function of Parts .......................13 VN-V685U/VN-V686BU ...........................
Getting Started Main Features Support for PoE (Power over Ethernet) This camera supports PoE (IEEE802.3af) and enables power supply through a LAN cable. T Connect to AC 24 V when using the heater. (VN-V686WPBU only) Dual Stream Full Frame Rate Transmission Dual stream (JPEG, MPEG4) data transmission is possible in VGA size at a rate of 30 fps.
This manual contains the detailed instructions for using this unit. Please refer to [READ ME FIRST] for description on the general usage of this unit. For the latest information, please refer to the AReadmeB file in the CD-ROM supplied with this product. ● The supplied CD-ROM includes INSTRUCTIONS (this manual) (pdf), [API Guide] (pdf), [VSIP Guide] (pdf) and [Search tool]. ● Before starting an important recording, be sure to perform a test recording in order to confirm that a normal recording is possible.
Getting Started Safety precautions Mounting to a firm place As the unit rotates at high speed, mount it on a firm place with sufficient strength to support the vibration and weight of the unit Mass:Approx. 1.9 kg (VN-V685U/VN-V686BU) :Approx. 5.5 kg (VN-V686WPBU) If the strength is weak, the vibration will cause fuzzy images on the monitor screen. In the worst scenario, the camera may even fall off and hit somebody, resulting in serious accidents.
Precautions Storage and operating environment 䢇 VN-V685U/VN-V686BU is an indoor camera. It cannot be used outdoors. 䢇 VN-V685U/VN-V686BU is a pendant mount camera. Be sure to place the camera head horizontally. The product will not work properly if it is tilted. 䢇 VN-V686WPBU is specially designed to be mounted on walls. Be sure to place the camera head horizontally. The product will not work properly if it is tilted. 䢇 Do not store in the following environments. It might result in malfunctions or failure.
Getting Started Precautions (continued) Others (continued) 䢇 Depending on the stop position and rotation speed of the horizontal/vertical rotation platform, the running sound of the rotation platformfs motor may be heard, but this is not a malfunction. 䢇 When using multicast, make use of a IGMPv2compliant network switch. 䢇 Some hubs/switches of products that are equipped with intelligent features may include a broadcast/ multicast suppression function.
Disclaimer Transportation 䢇 The Automatic Tracking, Intelligent Tracking, and Motion Detection features are not features to prevent theft or fire. Our company shall not be liable for any inconveniences or failures that occur. 䢇 We shall not be responsible for any inconveniences or disturbances caused in the event of privacy invasion as a result of camera footages of this product. 䢇 Do not throw away the original box of the unit. Keep it and use it for transporting the unit in future.
Getting Started Precautions (continued) 䡵 Consumable parts The following are consumable parts. They must be replaced once they reach their lifetime. The lifetime is only an estimation and differs according to the usage environment and conditions. Replacement of consumable parts is chargeable within the guarantee period. ● Zoom lens assembly Zoom operation ..... Approx. 2 million operations Focus operation..... Approx. 4 million operations ● Slip ring ................. Approx.
Name and Function of Parts VN-V685U/VN-V686BU 䡵 Ceiling mount section Terminal H A Reverse side J G B C F D E I A Fixing holes (x3) E Fall prevention wire fixing bracket This hole is for mounting the ceiling clamping bracket to the ceiling or the ceiling recessed bracket (WB-S685: Sold separately). B [AC24VHINPUT] AC 24 V Input terminal This attaches to the fall prevention wire J of the camera. This connects the camera to AC 24 V power.
Getting Started Name and Function of Parts (continued) VN-V685U/VN-V686BU (continued) 䡵 Camera O K L L M P N K Fall Prevention Wire This is fixed to the fall prevention wire fixing bracket E of the ceiling clamping bracket. L Camera lock knob (x2) This mounts the camera on the ceiling and secures it so that it does not fall. M Front Mask N Lens Lens cannot be replaced. O Cable cover To pull the cables from the side and mount the camera, remove the cover.
VN-V686WPBU 䡵 Front side 䡵 Inner structure of the camera A L B K C I D E J A H F G A Camera securing hole (4 locations) F LAN Cable This hole is used for mounting the camera on the wall. This connects the unit to the network. (A Page 24) B Cable connecting hole, cap G Dome Cover Remove the cap and pull out the cables from this hole for connection. (A Page 27) The dome cover is a delicate object. Handle it with care. C Fall Prevention Wire Connects the camera to the wall.
Getting Started Features Surveillance via Dual Stream Surveillance Using Built-in Viewer This unit comes with a built-in ActiveX JPEG Viewer and MPEG4 Viewer. JPEG images and MPEG4 images of the camera can be monitored using the computer by installing this Built-in Viewer on the computer. JPEG images that are currently displayed can also be captured into the computer’s hard disk.
Alarm This unit comes with a motion detection feature and dual alarm input. During motion detection or alarm input, actions such as mail delivery, message transmission via TCP/UDP, alarm output, moving to a preset position, and changing of B&W mode settings can be triggered. These actions can also be triggered by combination of two alarm inputs. Installing an FTP server enables uploading of JPEG images before and after the alarm input time (pre-/post-recording) to the server.
Connection/Installation (VN-V685U/VN-V686BU) Mounting the Camera Preparation Be sure to put on protective glasses to protect your eyes from falling objects when mounting the camera. 1 Make holes on the ceiling ● Use the provided template to make a hole (R80 mm) for the connection cables to thread behind the ceiling. ● If necessary, also open a screw hole to mount the ceiling clamping bracket to the ceiling.
Caution ● Take note of the length, strength, pull and material (insulation) of the fall prevention wire and use one with a wire strength of more than 20kg. ● The inner diameter of the ring section of the fall prevention wire mounted on the camera should be R4 mm to R5.5 mm and the outer diameter be R9 mm and below. ● The thickness of the screw head and the fall prevention wire (including the washer) should be 6 mm and below.
Connection/Installation (VN-V685U/VN-V686BU) Mounting the Camera (continued) Mounting the ceiling clamping bracket to the ceiling 1 Secure the ceiling clamping bracket to the ceiling Preparation (continued) 8 Mount the terminal cover Return the terminal cover that was removed in step 3 to its original position. The direction to pull out the cables changes according to the mounting method of the camera. ● Install such that the ADFRONT markB of the ceiling clamping bracket faces the front.
Mounting the camera to the ceiling 4 Remove the dome cover protective sheet 1 Remove the tape on the lens section 2 Remove the lens cap 4 1 Lens cap 2 Tape Dome cover protective sheet Dome Cover 3 Camera 3 Mount the dome cover to the camera A Check that the dome cover and lens are free from dirt. B Turn the dome cover in a clockwise direction to mount. Note: ● Be sure to turn the dome cover until it stops and tighten securely. Make sure that the dome cover is not slanted.
Connection/Installation (VN-V685U/VN-V686BU) Mounting the Camera (continued) 5 Mount the fall prevention wire Mount the fall prevention wire, which is attached to the camera, to the fall prevention wire fixing bracket of the ceiling clamping bracket. Note: ● Before mounting the camera, check that the camera fixing lock knobs are not locked (i.e., lock knobs are on top). The camera cannot be mounted if the lock knobs are locked.
Power Connection Warning Power can be supplied to this camera either by connecting to an AC 24 V power supply or using PoE (A Page 24). Note: ● If power is supplied from both power cable and LAN cable, priority will be given to the power supply from the power cable. ● Be sure to use an AC 24 V supply that is isolated from the primary power supply circuit. Using a variable voltage power supply will cause the camera and system to malfunction or breakdown.
Connection/Installation (VN-V685U/VN-V686BU) Power Connection (continued) Using PoE Supply power to the camera by connecting it to a device that supports PoE via a LAN cable. What is PoE (Power over Ethernet)? PoE is a feature that transfers data and supplies power simultaneously through a LAN cable. It enables you to operate a LANcompatible equipment without having to connect it to a power supply using a power cord. LAN Cable Connection Connect the camera to a hub or computer using a LAN cable.
Connecting the alarm signal terminal Connect the alarm signal cable to external devices, such as a sensor or buzzer. Cable to use ● Length of 50 m or shorter ● UL1007, UL1015 or equivalent products ● AWG#22 to AWG#18 or equivalent products A Loosen screws on both sides of the terminal block with a flathead screwdriver and remove the terminal block as shown in the diagram below. Alarm input signal Connects to sensors such as infrared sensors, door sensors, metal sensors and manual switches.
Connection/Installation (VN-V686WPBU) Mounting the Camera 4 Pull the cables from the hole in the wall Pull the power cable, LAN cable and alarm signal cable from the wall. LAN Cable Setting Up the Wall Be sure to put on protective glasses to protect your eyes from falling objects when mounting the camera. Power cable 1 Make holes in the wall Make holes (R 45 mm) for the connecting cables to pass through. Alarm signal cable Note: ● Check the strength of the wall.
3 Insert silica gel (when using PoE power supply) Note: ● Be sure to insert the provided silica gel in the position as shown in the diagram when using the PoE power supply.Otherwise, the camera lens may fog up or the image may become blur. 4 Mount the dome cover to the camera Use the screws (x4) to mount the dome cover to the camera. As a guide, install the three catches of the dome cover and the central mark. Install such that the central mark appears above the JVC mark of the camera.
Connection/Installation (VN-V686WPBU) Mounting the Camera (continued) Cable Connection 1 Connecting the power cable (A Page 30) Mounting the Camera 1 Mount the fall prevention wire ● Mount the fall prevention wire of the camera to the fall prevention wire anchor bolt that was installed earlier. ● Secure the fall prevention wire tightly with a nut and washer. Connect the power cable and wind the waterproof tape (adhesive). After connecting, push the cable into the arm of the camera.
3 Connecting the alarm cable (A Page 25) Connect the alarm cable and wind the waterproof tape (adhesive). After connecting, push the cable into the arm of the camera. 4 Mount the cap 5 Seal the cable connection hole and around the mounting surface of the camera with waterproof seal (GE silicon). Arm 4 Cap 5 Waterproof treatment Wind the waterproof tape (adhesive) Note: ● For cables that are not used, be sure to wrap the ends individually with insulating tape.
Connection/Installation (VN-V686WPBU) Power Connection Warning Power can be supplied to this camera either by connecting to an AC 24 V power supply or using PoE (A Page 31). Note: ● If power is supplied from both power cable and LAN cable, priority will be given to the power supply from the power cable. ● Be sure to use an AC 24 V supply that is isolated from the primary power supply circuit. Using a variable voltage power supply will cause the camera and system to malfunction or breakdown.
LAN Cable Connection Using PoE Supply power to the camera by connecting it to a device that supports PoE via a LAN cable. What is PoE (Power over Ethernet)? PoE is a feature that transfers data and supplies power simultaneously through a LAN cable. It enables you to operate a LANcompatible equipment without having to connect it to a power supply using a power cord. Cable to use ● Shield (STP) cable ● Length of 100 m or shorter ● Make use of a Category 5 (or higher) cable .
Connection/Installation (VN-V686WPBU) Connecting the alarm signal cable Connect the alarm signal cable to external devices, such as a sensor or buzzer. Cable to use ● Length of 50 m or shorter ● UL1007, UL1015 or equivalent products ● AWG#22 to AWG#18 or equivalent products Alarm input signal Connects to sensors such as infrared sensors, door sensors, metal sensors and manual switches. ● To prevent noise from entering the internal circuit, supply non-voltage contact signal to the alarm input signal.
Network Setting Network Requirements ● Ensure that there is sufficient network bandwidth for the data volume to be sent out by the camera. Do not send multicast stream that exceeds the bandwidth. If the entire bandwidth is used by the multicast stream, control of this camera via the network may fail. ● Data volume to be sent by the camera varies with the settings and number of distributions. ● The maximum bit rate for transmission is about 20 Mbps.
Network Setting Network Requirements (continued) Bit Rate of MPEG4 Stream You can select either the Variable Bit Rate (VBR) or Constant Bit Rate (CBR) system for MPEG4 stream. When the VBR system is selected, the bit rate varies according to the condition of the input video signals. The VBR system delivers a stable picture quality, but forecast of the bit rate is difficult. When the CBR system is selected, encoding is performed at a fixed bit rate regardless of the condition of the input video signals.
Network Delay When the client acquires JPEG via TCP, the camera will send out data while checking the ACK from the client at the same time. For networks with considerable delay, data cannot be sent out until ACK is received, and therefore the frame rate will drop. In the case of MPEG4, noise interference may occur and playback may fail. Decrease in the frame rate due to network delays can be eliminated by receiving data via multicast.
Network SettingNetwork Setting IP Address Settings IP address setting procedure Follow the procedure below to configure the IP address of the camera. Step1 IP address setting at the computer (APager37) Set the IP address of the computer for configuring the camera settings. G Step2 Internet Explorer settings (APager38) Configure the Internet Explorer settings in order to establish connection between the computer and the camera.
IP address setting at the computer Set the computer to an IP address that enables communication with the camera. 1 Click [Start] ● Select in the sequence of [Control Panel]-[Network Connection]-[Local Area]. Windows Vista: ● Select in the sequence of [Settings]- [Control Panel]- [Network Center]- [Network Connection]. 2 The computer on which Internet Explorer is launched automatically selects the connected network ● Right-click and select [Properties].
Network SettingNetwork Setting IP Address Settings (continued) Internet Explorer settings 1 Launch the Internet Explorer on the computer 2 When proxy settings are enabled in the Internet Explorer, follow the steps below to disable the proxy of the Internet Explorer ● Select in the order of [Tool]-[Internet Options]-[Connections]-[LAN Setting], followed by deselecting the check for [Use a proxy server for your LAN] under [Proxy Server] of the [Local Area Network (LAN) Settings] window.
4 If ActiveX controls and plug-ins of the Internet Explorer is disabled, follow the steps below to enable it ● Click [Trusted sites] under [Tool]-[Internet Options]-[Security]. Select the [Custom Level] button and open the [Security Settings] window. Set all items under [ActiveX controls and plug-ins] in the opened window to [Enable]. Enable also [Use the following IP address] under [Miscellaneous].
Network SettingNetwork Setting Connecting the camera to the computer IP Address Settings (continued) 1 Launch the Internet Explorer A Enter the following IP address into the address field. http://192.168.0.2 B Click [Go]. Memo: ● If the proxy server settings for access to the Internet via the Internet Explorer is enabled, you may not be able to specify the IP address directly. In this case, change the proxy settings of the Internet Explorer.
3 Built-in Viewer appears 4 The Operator Password entry screen appears A B A Operator Password (default password is AjvcB) B Click [OK]. Memo: ● The operator password entry screen does not appear if the password is stored on the computer. Proceed to configure the IP address.
Network SettingNetwork Setting IP Address Settings (continued) IP address setting for the camera 1 Click [Advanced Settings] of the Built-in Viewer Click 2 The [Basic Settings1] screen appears C A B A Specify the [DHCP Disable]. ● When selecting ADHCP EnableB: The default setting is ADHCP EnableB (DHCP client function is Enabled). To assign an IP address from the DHCP server, connect the DHCP server to the LAN, set the [DHCP Disable] of the camera to ADHCP EnableB, and click the [OK] button.
B Specify the [Time Zone]. C Click [OK]. 3 A confirmation screen appears Click [OK]. Camera restarts using the new IP address. It takes about one minute for the camera to reboot. Memo: ● Access from this computer may fail when the IP address of the camera is changed. To enable access to this unit from the same computer, alter the IP address at the computer accordingly. When the display or configuration of the opened screen appears strange, check the computer settings using the following procedures.
Network SettingNetwork Setting IP Address Settings (continued) Enter user name and password User name and password entry will be required at the beginning.(A Page 40) There are three access authorization levels to the camera. The factory settings are as follows.
● user Detalis [Miscellaneous] Memo: ● Security Information window may appear before the top page is displayed. Press the [OK] button to proceed. If you do not want this warning screen to be displayed, change the Internet Explorer settings as follows. ● Open [Tool]-[Internet Options]-[Security] and select the [Trusted sites] icon. ● Next, press the [Custom Level] button, followed by selecting AEnableB for [Miscellaneous]-[Display mixed content].
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting How to open the setting page 1 Enter the IP address of the camera in the address bar of Internet Explorer (A Page 40) ● A Built-in Viewer is opened. Click 2 Click [Detalis] ● [Basic Settings1] page will be opened if accessed by user name AadminB. (A Page 47) ● [Basic Settings2] page will be opened if accessed by user name AoperatorB. (A Page 48) ● [Miscellaneous] page will be opened if accessed by user name AuserB.
Basic Settings1 This page is for performing basic setting related to the network. ● This page can be used during access using AadminB. ● Click [Basic Settings1]. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● If the [OK] button is pressed upon entering an invalid value, a warning message will appear and the entry will be denied. Press the [Cancel] button to restore the invalid entry to the current value.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Basic Settings2 Page for setting fundamental parameters of Camera, JPEG and MPEG4. ● This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Click [Basic Settings2]. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● If the [OK] button is pressed upon entering an invalid value, a warning message will appear and the entry will be denied. Press the [Cancel] button to restore the invalid entry to the current value.
Camera A Camera ID Character strings entered here will be written to the JPEG comment segment (item name: Camera). Refer to the [API Guide] (provided CD-ROM) on the file formats of JPEG. B Monitor For selecting the monitor type according to the monitor used to display the video images. The picture quality varies according to the type of monitor selected. Custom :Enables setting of picture quality according to the user’s preference. You can configure the detailed settings on the [Camera] page.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Basic Settings2 (continued) MPEG4 E Bitrate For setting the MPEG4 encoding bit rate. [Setting range: 64 kbps to 8000 kbps] F Bitrate For selecting whether to set the MPEG4 rate control mode to CBR (Constant Bit Rate) or VBR (Variable Bit Rate). CBR : Encoding is performed at a fixed bit rate regardless of the condition of the input video signals. Enables easy forecast of the bit rate. Control VBR G FPS For setting the MPEG4 frame rate.
Camera Page This page is for setting the camera’s parameters. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Camera]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● If the [OK] button is pressed upon entering an invalid value, a warning message will appear and the entry will be denied. Press the [Cancel] button to restore the invalid entry to the current value.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Camera Page (continued) D Gamma To alter the appearance of dark areas in a video image, adjust the gamma curve. 0 : Gamma correction suitable for CRT is performed. 1 : Gamma correction suitable for some LCDs is performed. 2 : Do not perform gamma correction. This setting is suitable for some LCDs. Active : The most appropriate gamma correction is applied according to the darkness of the screen. Select the level under [Active Gamma Level].
H Stabilizer This function prevents image shaking caused by vibration. Set this function to AOnB to control image shaking. Off : Disabled. On : Enabled. Memo: ● When the function is set to AOnB, the screen is digitally zoomed to approximately 1.3 times. ● Adjustment is disabled in the electronic zoom area. ● Adjustment is disabled for about 1 minute after power ON and during Pan/Tilt/Zoom operation. ● Adjustment may not work when the vibration is fast.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Camera Page (continued) KALC (continued) AGC For setting the AGC (automatic gain control) level. Off : Disables the AGC feature Mid : When the amount of light is insufficient High : When the amount of light is particularly insufficient Super : When the brightness level is insufficient even upon setting to AHighB. [Setting value:Off, Mid, High, Super] Memo: ● The screen appears grainy at dark locations when the AGC feature is in use.
M B/W Mode This sets the function to switch from Color to B&W mode. Color : Always be in Color mode. Black & White : Always be in B&W mode. Auto Low,Auto Mid,Auto High : This item automatically switches between Color Mode and B&W Mode when the luminance meets defined conditions for over 30 seconds. Select the sensitivity from three options.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Encoding Page This page is for setting JPEG and MPEG4 encoding parameters. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Encoding]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● If the [OK] button is pressed upon entering an invalid value, a warning message will appear and the entry will be denied.
JPEG B Quality/Size For specifying the rate control mode and target file size for JPEG. When AVFS1B to AVFS7B is selected, the quantization table during JPEG encoding will be maintained and the file size will increase/decrease according to the input signals. Stipulated values will be displayed in the Size field. When recording JPEG data to a recorder with a limited storage capacity, note that the maximum recording time may vary as the file size fluctuates under this setting.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Alarm Page This page is for setting actions when there is an alarm. Up to 5 actions (No. 01 to No. 05) may be set. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Alarm]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. Only items that are valid under the selected action will be saved.
A Action For specifying the type of action. Disable : Does not trigger any action. Mail : Sends out e-mail. Specify the recipient’s mail address. The title of the mail will appear as [Alarm from VN-V685(VNV685U)][Alarm from VN-V686(VN-V686BU/VNV686WPBU)] and the sender as [Camera ID]. Enter the message to send in [Mail Text]. Input up to 127 alphanumeric characters. To attach the latest image to the mail, set [Attach Image] to AOnB.
Setting (continued) Alarm Page (continued) B 1st Trigger This item specifies the first trigger to the operation set in [Action] A. [Setting value:Input 1 Make, Input 2 Make, Input 1 Break, Input 2 Break, Motion Detection, Fan Stop, Position, BlackWhite → Color, Color → BlackWhite] Memo: ● When the second trigger is turned off, the action will be invoked only by the first trigger.
H TCP/UDP TCP/UDP IP Address : For entering the address when alarm action notification is to be sent via TCP or UDP. (IP or FQDN) TCP/UDP Port Number : For entering the port number when alarm action notification is to be sent via TCP or UDP. (1-65535) TCP/UDP Data : For entering the data to send during TCP or UDP notification. Input up to 127 alphanumeric characters. I Alarm Output Duration J Time Filter For setting the alarm output time from the alarm output terminal.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Alarm Environment Page This page is for setting alarm-related environments. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Alarm Environment]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● If the [OK] button is pressed upon entering an invalid value, a warning message will appear and the entry will be denied.
A Mail For setting the mail environment when AMailB is specified as an [Action]A on the Alarm page. [SMTP] and [POP] can be used. Configure only the [SMTP] settings under usual circumstances. Enter the camera’s mail address as the [Send Mail Address]. Configure the [POP] settings as well if [POP before SMTP] is set to AOffB. In addition, if AFQDNB is set for [SMTP Server], configure also the [DNS Server] settings on the Basic page.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Alarm Environment Page (continued) B C 64
B FTP (continued) Setting the Periodic FTP Time Filter: For specifying the periodic FTP transfer action with respect to each day of the week and setting the corresponding time of the day. Applicable day of week :Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Alarm action : Mask span Unmask span Mask All Unmask All Applicable time period: For specifying the Start and End time in hours and minutes.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) PTZ Page This page is used for specifying Auto Return, Auto Tracking, Intelligent Tracking, Move Preset Position, and Auto Flip. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [PTZ]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings.
AAuto Return (continued) Return Time This item sets the time to return the operation with Auto Return. This feature cannot be configured when the [Mode] is set to AnoneB. [Setting value:1 minute, 2minutes, 3minutes, 5minutes, 10minutes, 20minutes, 30minutes, 60minutes] Memo: ● When the [Mode] item is set to AIntelligent TrackingB, the camera returns to the home position after the specified Return Time has elapsed, and action restarts from the detection of tracked objects.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) PTZ Page (continued) B Auto Tracking/ Intelligent Tracking (continued) Memo: ● Intelligent tracking cannot begin under the following conditions. ● [B/W Mode] is set to ABlack & WhiteB (A Page 55) ● [B/W Mode] is set to AAutoB and black and white is selected (A Page 55) ● [Auto Flip] is set to ADigital FlipB (A Page 71) ● All areas of detected motion are masked (A Page 76) ● The zoom ratio exceeds 20x.
C Intelligent This item sets the zoom for [Intelligent Tracking]. Tracking Tracking Zoom When this item is set to AOnB, the zoom ratio changes according to the movement of the object. Tracking Zoom Limit When [Tracking Zoom] is set to AOnB, this item sets the threshold limit of the zoom ratio. When Intelligent Tracking is started, tracking is possible if the zoom ratio is within 20x, even if the current zoom ratio has exceeded the [Tracking Zoom Limit].
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) PTZ Page (continued) DLimit (continued) Pan Limit (continued) 䡵 Basic operation of Pan Limit When [Pan Limit] is set to AOnB, panning is only available in the effective area. When the camera is moved to prohibited area by some operation that has priority over [Pan Limit] and manual panning is performed, it operates in the following manner. ● Panning can be operated freely even in the prohibited area before the camera enters the effective area.
E Preset Position Speed Speed F Auto Flip This item sets the speed of moving to the preset position. It is also applicable when moving to the preset position in Auto Patrol. [Setting value:1 to 4] Set this item when shooting objects that pass right under the camera. Otherwise, following operations are necessary to shoot objects that pass right under the camera.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Auto Patrol Page This function sets the Auto Patrol operation which patrols multiple positions at specified time intervals. You can set the order in which to view the determined positions. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Auto Patrol]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings.
There are three screens in Auto Patrol. Click A B C D A No Switches the camera image from No. 0 to 99 in sequence. B Title This displays the title of the position. C Position This sets the position number to be moved in sequence. [Setting value:0 to 99] D Time This sets the duration of staying at the position.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Privacy Mask Page Privacy Mask is a feature that enables masking of a portion of the image. You can set 8 rectangular privacy masks for this unit. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Privacy Mask]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings.
A Privacy Mask For specifying whether to activate the Privacy Mask feature. When this is set to AOnB, the privacy mask specified using the following items will appear on the screen. Memo: ● When setting privacy mask, zoom will be at the Wide edge and [Digital Flip] is set to AOffB. B Mask Settings This item adjusts the mask. Click this item to open the [Adjustment] screen. To change the setting, first, enter [Operator Password] in the [Password] screen.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Motion Detection Page This page is for setting motion detection. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Motion detection]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● The area valid for motion detection is displayed in blue. ● When motion is detected, the image screen edge is displayed in red.
A Display Screen The screen is divided into blocks of 12 (horizontal) x 8 (vertical). Use this to set whether to mask each block. All blocks are masked in the default setting. The block turns blue when it is clicked, indicating that it is unmasked. Click again to return to the masked state. Press the [OK] button to enable this setting. Use the [Mask All] button to mask all blocks. Use the [Clear Mask] button to unmask all blocks. B Detection For setting the On/Off of [Detection].
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Network Basic Page This page is for performing basic setting related to the network. This page can be used during access using AadminB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Network Basic]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● If the [OK] button is pressed upon entering an invalid value, a warning message will appear and the entry will be denied.
A IP Setting For setting the DHCP client function. Connect the camera to a network environment with a DHCP server when DHCP is to be enabled. If the DHCP server does not exist when [IP Setting] is set to ADHCP EnableB, the camera will start running with IP address 192.168.0.2 and subnet mask 255.255.255.0 in about 2 minutes after startup. Refer to [IP Address Settings] (A Page 36) for the IP address. B IP Address For setting the IP address of the camera.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Network Details Page This page is for performing detailed network setting. This page can be used during access using AadminB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Network Details]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● If the [OK] button is pressed upon entering an invalid value, a warning message will appear and the entry will be denied.
Protocol Page This page is for changing the HTTP server port number. This page can be used during access using AadminB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Protocol]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● After changing, you will need to re-establish the connection if you are using the Internet Explorer. A B C D Click A HTTP Server Port You can change the port number for the built-in web server of the camera.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Streaming Page This page is for setting manual multicast transmission. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Streaming]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● If the [OK] button is pressed upon entering an invalid value, a warning message will appear and the entry will be denied.
JPEG A Control For starting or stopping streaming of JPEG images. Parameters that are set on the [Streaming] page will be saved when transmission is started upon pressing the [Start] button. B Destination For specifying the destination address of JPEG streaming. Specify the multicast address. When other devices that make use of multicast transmission exist, ensure that each of them is set to a different multicast address.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Access Restrictions Page This page is for setting client restrictions. This page can be used during access using AadminB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Access Restrictions]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● If the [OK] button is pressed upon entering an invalid value, a warning message will appear and the entry will be denied.
Destination Address A Access Restrictions B IP Address Restrictions may be imposed on clients accessing the camera using the IP address. When AdenyB is selected, acquisition of JPEG/MPEG4 via the IP address specified for the [IP Address] item B will be denied. Restrictions are not imposed on access to the Web Settings page. When AallowB is selected, acquisition of JPEG/MPEG4 via the IP address specified for the [IP Address] item B will be permitted.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Time Page This page is for setting time. This page can be used during access using AadminB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Time]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● If the [OK] button is pressed upon entering an invalid value, a warning message will appear and the entry will be denied.
Password Page This page is for setting the password. This page can be used during access using AadminB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Password]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. A B C Click A Username Select a user name. B New Password Enter a new password. Passwords should be 8 characters or less (no space allowed). Camera is case-sensitive. C New Password Enter again to confirm the new password.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Maintenance Page This page is for maintenance purposes. This page can be used during access using AadminB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Maintenance]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings.
A Restart Reboots the camera. (It takes about one minute for the camera to reboot.) B All Settings Restores all settings to their default values and reboots the unit. (It takes about one minute for the camera to initialize and reboot.) Passwords will also be initialized. The built-in clock of the camera will not be affected. JPEG/MPEG4 transmission and all other services that are running will be discontinued. [Initialize] C Update Upgrades the firmware version of the camera and reboots the unit.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) 䡵 Encoding Page(A Page 56) Item List of Factory Settings of Each Page 䡵 Camera Page(A Page 51) Item Camera ID Monitor Type Factory Settings JPEG Frame Size VGA MPEG4 Frame Size VGA JPEG Quality VFS4 MPEG4 Bitrate 2000 kbps Factory Settings MPEG4 Bitrate Control CBR AVN-V685B (For VN-V685U) MPEG4 FPS 15 fps MPEG4 I Frame Interval 30 AVN-V686B (For VN-V686BU/ VN-V686WPBU) MPEG4 Priority FPS Custom 䡵 Alarm Page(A Page 58) Black Leve
䡵 Alarm Environment Page(A Page 62) Item 䡵 PTZ Page(A Page 66) Factory Settings Item Factory Settings SMTP Server 0.0.0.0 Mode Port Number 25 Return Time 1 minute Send Mail Address ^ Restart Time Off POP before SMTP Off Auto Tracking Level 5 POP Server 0.0.0.0 Tracking Zoom On Port Number 110 Tracking Zoom Limit 5 Times Username ^ EZoom Limit 2 Password ^ FTP Server 0.0.0.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) 䡵 Network Basic Page(A Page 78) Item List of Factory Settings of Each Page (continued) 䡵 Auto Patrol Page(A Page 72) Item Factory Settings IP Setting DHCP Enable IP Address 192.168.0.2 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway 192.168.0.254 Factory Settings Host Name — Position (Preset Position number) DNS Server 0.0.0.
䡵 Streaming Page(A Page 82) Item Factory Settings JPEG Destination Address 225.0.1.1 JPEG Destination Port 49152 JPEG Frame Rate 15 fps MPEG4 Destination Address 225.0.2.1 MPEG4 Destination Port 59152 䡵 Access Restrictions Page (A Page 84) Item Factory Settings Access Restrictions deny IP Address — 䡵 Time Page(A Page 86) Item Factory Settings SNTP Off NTP Server 0.0.0.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Miscellaneous page This page is for acquiring information. This page can be used during access using AadminB, AoperatorB and AuserB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Miscellaneous]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. A Click A Open Source Software 94 Press the [Show] button to display information of the software used by the camera.
Operation Page Displays the operating status of the camera. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Operation]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. A B C Click Operation A Total Sending Bitrate Displays the total TCP/UDP bit rate sent by the camera as well as the individual bit rates. B Destination Displays the destination that the camera is sending data to.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Settings Page This page displays the version information and settings of the camera. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Settings]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Settings Page (continued) 98
Position List Page This page displays information on preset positions. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Position List]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Patrol Settings Page This page displays the information and settings of Auto Patrol. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Click [Advanced Settings] to display setting menu. ● Click [Patrol Infomation]. Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings.
Operation Built-in Viewer This product comes with a built-in integrated viewer. The built-in viewer is activitated by entering an IP address into the Internet Explorer. The built-in viewer enables monitoring and PTZ operation to be done in either JPEG or MPEG4 formats. 䡵 Using the compressed JPEG format enables display of a series of still images as well as oneshot recording of still images. 䡵 Using the compressed MPEG4 format enables display of MPEG4-encoded motion images.
Operation Built-in Viewer (continued) Screen Configuration of Built-in Viewer ● When the JPEG Viewer is first installed, it is set to play back at 15 fps by default. A B A MENU OFF C D E F G H For showing/hiding the operation menu. MENU ON B Control Switches to the PTZ menu. Click this button when you want to perform AImage SettingsB, APTZ settingB or APTZ ControlB. (A Page 104) C Viewer Setup Switches to the viewer settings menu.
E Stop Pauses/Resumes playback of images. F Compression Switches the stream to acquire. You can specify either JPEG or MPEG4. G Display Size For specifying the display size of the image area. [Fixed] : Display according to the window size of the browser. [Variable] : Display according to the specified frame size. Memo: ● The window size of the browser does not change when [Fixed] or [Variable] is selected. H Detalis Starts up the page for configuring the various detailed settings.
Operation Built-in Viewer (continued) Image quality setting 䡵 Image Settings For adjusting the picture quality. ● When a different menu is currently being displayed, click [Control] to switch the menu. ● Click each menu bar on the left of the screen to open the setting screen. Click A B C D A White Balance Mode For selecting the white balance control feature.
A White Balance (continued) B Gain Adjusts the B (blue) hue during AWC. [+] : Increases the blueness or blue level. [-] : Decreases the blueness or blue level. Memo: ● Click the [+] or [-] button once to change to the next value. To change the value continuously, click repeatedly. The value will not change if the button remains pressed down. [AWC]button Executes AWC (automatic white balance control).
Operation Built-in Viewer (continued) PTZ Setting 䡵 Preset Position This page describes procedures for setting the preset positions. ● When a different menu is currently being displayed, click [Control] to switch the menu. ● Click the menu bar on the left side of the screen to open the setting screen.
䡵 Preset Position For setting the Preset Position. Note: ● When [Auto Flip] is set to ADigital FlipB, preset positions cannot be registered when the tilt angle is more than 90 degrees. [Auto Flip] (A Page 71) ● When setting preset positions and [Pan Limit] is AOnB, pan operation is unavailable in the prohibited areas. [Pan Limit] (A Page 69) ● As moving preset positions has priority over pan limit, set the preset positions when [Pan Limit] is AOffB.
Operation Built-in Viewer (continued) PTZ Setting (continued) 䡵 Auto Pan For setting the Auto Pan. ● When a different menu is currently being displayed, click [Control] to switch the menu. ● Click the menu bar on the left side of the screen to open the setting screen.
䡵 Auto Pan A Mode This item sets the Auto Pan operation which moves at a specific speed from the preset [Start]. Select the [Mode] of the Auto Pan operation. Right : This rotates the camera horizontally in the right direction from the [Start Position]. Left : This rotates the camera horizontally in the left direction from the [Start Position]. Return : Moves between [Start Position] and [Start Position] in the clockwise direction from the [Start Position] toward the [Return Position].
Operation Built-in Viewer (continued) PTZ Setting (continued) 䡵 Auto Trace For setting the Auto Trace. ● When a different menu is currently being displayed, click [Control] to switch the menu. ● Click the menu bar on the left side of the screen to open the setting screen.
䡵 Auto Trace This item stores and reproduces manual operation. Note: ● As Auto Trace performs simple saving of manual operation, the position may be shifted during playback. ● Digital Flip cannot be used during Auto Trace recording. . A State [Record Start] : The camera will start recording of Pan/Tilt and Zoom operations. (for approximately 30 seconds) [Record Stop] : Click this when a recording operation is complete. Memo: ● For details on the manual operation, see [PTZ Control] (A Page 113).
Operation Built-in Viewer (continued) PTZ Control 䡵 PTZ Control Use this item to operate the PTZ feature. ● When a different menu is currently being displayed, click [Control] to switch the menu. ● Click the menu bar on the left side of the screen to open the setting screen.
䡵 PTZ Control A Auto Function For operating the camera and adjusting the angle and image quality of the position to be registered. For selecting the operation. [Start] : Start the selected Auto function. [Stop] : Stop the running Auto function. Memo: ● When AAuto PatrolB is selected, the patrol mode list is displayed. ● When AIntelligent TrackingB is selected, the target’s list is displayed. Auto Pan : The configured Auto Pan operation is performed.
Operation Built-in Viewer (continued) PTZ Control (continued) 䡵 PTZ Control (continued) C Focus This item adjusts the focus. Mode : Shows the current mode. Easy AF : Auto Focus (AF) will activate automatically when the pan, tilt or zoom function is operated manually. This is convenient as you need not reset the focus everytime you move the camera when there are many manual operations. Manual : Click the [+], [-] buttons to adjust manually. The focus will change while the button is being pressed.
䡵 Intelligent Tracking feature Use this item to operate the Intelligent Tracking feature. ● When a different menu is currently being displayed, click [Control] to switch the menu. ● Click each menu bar on the left of the screen to open the setting screen.
Operation Built-in Viewer (continued) PTZ Control (continued) 䡵 Intelligent Tracking Click on the object on the viewer screen to shoot the selected object by tracking its color information. Memo: ● You can change the object to track freely by clicking the object when ALockedB or ALosingB is displayed. ● You can select whether to display the [Tracking Frame] (JPEG Viewer only) and [Tracking Status] displays on the setting screen.
JPEG Viewer Settings Using the compressed JPEG format enables display of a series of still images as well as one-shot recording of still images. When the JPEG Viewer is first installed, it is set to play back at 15 fps by default. ● When a different menu is currently being displayed, click [Viewer Setup] to switch the menu. ● Click each menu bar on the left of the screen to open the setting screen.
Operation Built-in Viewer (continued) JPEG Viewer Settings (continued) 䡵 Stream A Stream For specifying settings for receiving JPEG stream. For selecting the protocol when the viewer acquires data from the camera. When AHTTPB is selected, lost packets are recovered via resending. Camera may be monitored using multiple viewers when AMulticastB is selected. When playing back via multicast, start multicast sending on the [Streaming] page.
MPEG4 Viewer Settings Using the compressed MPEG4 format enables display of MPEG4-encoded motion images. ● When a different menu is currently being displayed, click [Viewer Setup] to switch the menu. ● Click each menu bar on the left of the screen to open the setting screen. Memo: ● To use the MPEG4 Viewer of the camera, install the open source codec “ffdshow”. You can download “ffdshow” from the Internet.
Operation Built-in Viewer (continued) MPEG4 Viewer Settings (continued) 䡵 Title Bar For setting display items on the viewer screen. For the MPEG4 Viewer, characters are displayed in the title bar of the window. A Camera ID Select AOnB to display [Camera ID]. (Up to 16 alphanumeric characters will be displayed.) [Camera ID] can be specified on the [Basic Settings2] or [Camera] page. (A Page 51) B Position Title Select AOnB to display the title of the position that is being displayed.
Operator Password This section describes the procedures for configuring the Operator Password, which is required for PTZ operation. ● When a different menu is currently being displayed, click [Viewer Setup] to switch the menu. ● Click the menu bar on the left side of the screen to open the setting screen. Click A 䡵 Operator Password A Operator For configuring the Operator Password required for PTZ operation. Enter the Operator Password.
Operation Built-in Viewer (continued) Exiting the Viewer To exit, press the [X] button at the top right of the window. Click ● During the next startup of Built-in Viewer, launch the Internet Explorer and enter the URL of the camera in the address field. For example, if the IP address of the camera is 192.168.0.2, enter as follows: http://192.168.0.2/ Memo: ● After the [Security Settings] screen appears, press the [OK] button to proceed.
Others Troubleshooting Symptom Causes and Countermeasures Reference Page Video image does not appear Power does not turn on. ● Is there a problem with the power cable connecting this unit and the power unit? (If the power cable is too long or thin, the cable resistance will be high and the correct voltage may not be supplied.) A Page 23 A Page 30 BUse a cable of low resistance and the correct cable length.
Others Troubleshooting (continued) Symptom Causes and Countermeasures Authentication by VeriSign appears during installation of Built-in Viewer VeriSign’s electronic signature is stored in Built-in Viewer. For computers with a network environment that is connected to the Internet, the authenticity of the Built-in Viewer can be verified via authentication by VeriSign. Multicast images cannot be played back ● Start multicast transmission manually from the [Streaming] page of the camera.
Symptom Causes and Countermeasures TCP images cannot be played back The maximum number of images that can be sent by the camera via TCP is 20, and up to 20 Built-in Viewers can be connected to each camera unit. Make use of multicast for monitoring when the number of areas exceeds the above number. Camera allows multicast transmission of JPEG and MPEG4 one stream at a time. Unable to receive alarm notification using the computer via TCP/UDP ● Data may be blocked by the Windows firewall.
Others Specifications VN-V685U/VN-V686BU 䡵 CAMERA HEAD Image pickup device : 1/4 type, Interline Transfer CCD 768 (H) x 494 (V) Minimum brightness of object Color : 1.0 lx (50 % output, AGC Super, WIDE edge, Monitor Type CRT, Black Level 2) 0.5 lx (25 % output, AGC Super, WIDE edge, Monitor Type CRT, Black Level 2) During B&W : 0.08 lx (50 % output, AGC Super, WIDE edge, Monitor Type CRT, Black Level 2) 0.
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Others Specifications (continued) Maximum close-range : Approx. 1.8 m (TELE) Approx. 0.6 m (WIDE) 䡵 Rotation platform VN-V686WPBU 䡵 CAMERA HEAD Image pickup device : 1/4 type, Interline Transfer CCD 768 (H) x 494 (V) Minimum brightness of object Color : 1.0 lx (50 % output, AGC Super, WIDE edge, Monitor Type CRT, Black Level 2) 0.5 lx (25 % output, AGC Super, WIDE edge, Monitor Type CRT, Black Level 2) During B&W : 0.08 lx (50 % output, AGC Super, WIDE edge, Monitor Type CRT, Black Level 2) 0.
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VN-V685U/VN-V686BU PTZ IP DOME CAMERA VN-V686WPBU OUTDOOR PTZ IP DOME CAMERA LST0819-001A © 2008 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
