Cisco Video Surveillance 2621 IP Dome User Guide
Chapter: Getting Started
Getting Started
This chapter provides instructions for installing and performing the initial setup of the Cisco Video Surveillance IP Camera. It also describes how to access the IP camera through a web browser so that you can configure it or view video from it, and how to perform other important tasks.
This chapter includes these topics:
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Installing the Cisco Video Surveillance 2621 IP Dome
•Performing the Initial Setup of the IP Camera
•Accessing the IP Camera Windows
•Powering the IP Camera On or Off
Before You Begin
Before you install the IP camera, review these guidelines:
•The IP camera requires a twisted pair category 5 or higher network cable and a connection to a standard 10/100BaseT hub, router, or switch. To power the IP camera with Power over Ethernet (PoE), a switch must be 802.3af compliant.
•If you are using the camera on a network connection that does not provide PoE, you must use a 12 VDC or 24 VAC source that is isolated from the ground (floating output).
•If you are using an external speaker, microphone, input device, or output device, you must configure additional settings after installing and performing the initial set up of the IP camera before the external device can fully operate. For detailed information about these settings, see Chapter 3, "Configuring and Managing the IP Camera."
•If you do not connect an external device (speaker, microphone, input device, output device, or control device) when you perform the following installation procedure, you can install any of these devices later.
Warning Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074
Warning The power supply must be placed indoors. Statement 331
Note If you use the IP camera outdoors, place the camera and the power supply in a suitable NEMA enclosure.
Warning This product requires short-circuit (overcurrent) protection, to be provided as part of the building installation. Install only in accordance with national and local wiring regulations. Statement 1045
Warning This product must be connected to a power-over-ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af compliant power source or an IEC60950 compliant limited power source. Statement 353
Warning The plug-socket combination must be accessible at all times, because it serves as the main disconnecting device. Statement 1019
Inline power circuits provide current through the communication cable. Use the Cisco provided cable or a minimum 24AWG communication cable
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
•Camera components can be damaged by static electricity. Not exercising the proper electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions can result in intermittent or complete component failures, and cause the camera to malfunction.
•To minimize the potential for ESD damage:
–Before you install the IP camera, touch a metal object with your hand to release any static electricity that is in your body.
–Always use an ESD-preventive antistatic wrist strap (or ankle strap) and ensure that it makes good skin contact.
–For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap. The measurement should be between 1 and 10 megohm (Mohm).
In addition, follow these guidelines during installation:
•Handle camera unit by holding the edges only; avoid touching the printed circuit boards
•Never attempt to remove the printed circuit board
Installing the Cisco Video Surveillance 2621 IP Dome
The following sections describe how to install the 2621 IP dome. Installing involves mounting the IP dome by using the procedure that is appropriate for your deployment.
Preparing for Installation
Before you install the IP dome, follow these guidelines:
•Carefully unpack the IP dome and its components.
•Run an category 5 or higher network cable cabling to the mounting location.
•If the IP dome will not be powered from PoE, run a power cable from a 12 VDC or 24 VAC power adapter to the mounting location
Use a cable gauge that is appropriate for the distance from the IP dome to the power supply (consult a qualified electrician for more information). The terminal connectors on the IP dome support gauges from 14 AWG to 24 AWG. At the end of the wire that attaches to the IP dome, strip enough cable housing to allow each wire to be stripped to 1/4 inch (6.25 mm).
•If you will connect an external speaker, microphone, or both to the IP dome, run audio cable from each device to the mounting location.
To attach the audio cable to the IP dome, you will need the white snap on ferrite core and audio Y cable that are included in the optional audio/video cables accessory kit, which you can purchase from Cisco (Cisco part number CIVS-IPCA-1017=). Attach the white snap on ferrite core to the audio Y cable (from the optional accessory kit) at approximately 10 inches (25 cm) away from where the cable connects to the IP dome. To do so, lift the tabs to open the ferrite core, pass the cable through the ferrite core (do not loop the cable), then snap the ferrite core shut to secure it on the cable. See Figure 2-1.
Figure 2-1 Passing the Audio Cable through a Ferrite Core
•If you will use external input devices or output device that trigger alarms (connect through alarm input ports) or respond to alarms (connect through alarm output ports), run cables from each device to the mounting location. You can use up to two input devices and up to two output devices.
•Have an analog monitor available on which to view video while adjusting the field of view.
Use the analog monitor only to point the IP camera to the desired field of view; do not use it to manually adjust the focus or zoom. Doing so may damage the lens. Instead, use the Focus/Zoom window in the configuration software to remotely set the focus and zoom for the IP camera.
•Have the following tools available:
–Phillips-head screwdriver.
–Small flat-head screwdriver.
–Drill bits (required for surface mounting with a conduit base, mounting to a ceiling tile, or mounting directly on a solid surface).
One bit should be the appropriate size for the mounting hardware that you are using. The other bit should be large enough for a hole that accommodates the cables that will attach to the IP dome.
–Cutting tool to cut a rectangle for cable access (required for mounting directly on a ceiling tile or solid surface).
–Screws (quantity 4) for attaching the conduit to a surface (required only for the conduit base mounting option).
Mounting with a Junction Box
You can mount the IP dome onto a standard 4 x 4 inch (101.6 x 101.6 mm) junction box. To do so, perform the following steps.
Note When you disassemble the IP dome for mounting as described in these steps, make sure to remove any protective packing material that is installed between components.
Procedure
Step 1 Remove the dome assembly by unscrewing the three security TORX screws and pulling the dome away from the base plate (see Figure 2-2).
Use the TORX screwdriver that is provided with the IP dome to unscrew these screws.
Figure 2-2 Disassembling the 2621 IP Dome Components
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TORX screws (3) |
Step 2 Remove the Privacy shield by squeezing it inward to release it from the four tabs that hold it into place (see Figure 2-2).
Step 3 Remove the camera unit from the base plate by using a Phillips-head screwdriver to unscrew the two camera unit screws and pressing the tabs that lock the camera unit to the base plate (see Figure 2-2).
Step 4 Attach the base plate to the junction box using four 8-32 x 3/8-inch screws (see Figure 2-3).
Figure 2-3 Attaching the Base Plate to a Junction Box
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Step 5 Put the an category 5 or higher Ethernet cable through the camera housing and connect it to the LAN port on the IP dome (see Figure 1-1 on page 1-3).
Do not lift the IP dome by the Ethernet cable.
Step 6 If the IP dome will not receive PoE, put the power cable through the camera housing and connect it to the power input on the IP dome (see Figure 1-1 on page 1-3).
To connect a power cable, use a flat-head screwdriver to depress the brown tabs on the power input and connect bare positive, negative, and ground wires as shown on the label that is affixed to the IP dome.
Step 7 (Optional) Connect an external speaker, microphone, or both to the Y cable, then connect the Y cable to the audio port on the IP dome.(see Figure 1-1 on page 1-3). The Y cable that is included in the optional audio/video cables accessory kit can be purchased from Cisco (Cisco part number CIVS-IPCA-1017=).
Each device connects to the audio cable through a standard 3.5 mm mini phone jack. A speaker connects to the green jack, which is labeled "Audio Out." A microphone connects to the pink jack, which is labeled "Audio In."
Step 8 (Optional) Use the GPIO ports to connect external devices that trigger alarms (connect through alarm input ports) or respond to alarms (connect through alarm output ports). (See Figure 1-1 on page 1-3.)
Step 9 Attach the camera unit to the base plate by aligning the three tabs on the camera unit with the slots on the base plate, pressing the camera unit into the base plate until the tabs snap into place, and securing the camera unit with the two camera unit screws (see Figure 2-4).
Figure 2-4 Attaching the Camera Unit to the Base Plate
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Step 10 See Figure 2-16 and take these actions to adjust the camera lens to obtain the desired image
•Temporarily attach an analog monitor to the IP dome so that you can see video while adjusting the camera. If the cable from the monitor terminates with a 3.5 mm jack, plug it into the analog video output port on the IP dome. If the cable terminates with a BNC connector, connect it to the optional mini cable with BNC adapter, then plug the cable into the analog video output port. The mini cable with BNC adapter is included in the audio/video cables accessory kit, which you can purchase from Cisco (Cisco part number CIVS-IPCA-1017=).
•Make the following adjustments, viewing the video on the analog monitor as needed:
–Back focus—The back focus is factory set for optimal use and should not require adjustments. In the event that it does need to be adjusted, use the 0.9 mm Allen wrench that is supplied with the IP camera to loosen the three back focus hex screws, then adjust the back focus by aiming the IP camera at an object that is at least 15 feet (4.5 meters) away and gently sliding the lens toward or away from the camera. Take care not to pull the lens completely away from the camera. Obtain a sharp picture in both wide-angle and telephoto positions. When the focus is set as desired, use the Allen wrench to tighten the three back focus hex screws.
–Pan—Use a Phillips-head to loosen the panning lock screw, then rotate the camera to obtain the desired image, then tighten the panning lock screw.
–Tilt—Loosen the two tilt lock screws, adjust the lens to obtain the desired image, then tighten the screws.
Do not manually adjust the focus or zoom for the IP camera. Attempting to manually do so may damage the IP camera lens. Instead, use the Focus/Zoom window in the configuration software to remotely set the focus and zoom for the IP camera.
Step 11 Replace the privacy shield by squeezing it to fit inside the four tabs on the camera unit (see Figure 2-5).
Make sure to adjust the privacy shield inside the dome and trim ring assembly so that it does not block the lens from capturing video.
Figure 2-5 Attaching the Privacy Shield and Dome
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Step 12 Attach the dome assembly by aligning its tab with the opening in the base plate, pressing it into place, and securing the three TORX screws (see Figure 2-5).
Make sure that the security strap that connects the dome assembly to the camera housing is in place.
Mounting with a Conduit Base
You can mount the 2621 IP dome with an optional conduit base (CIVS-IPCA-1006=) in situations where you cannot cut a hole through a surface for cables or where cables run through a small hole in a surface.
To mount the IP camera with a conduit base, perform the following steps:
Note When you disassemble the IP dome for mounting as described in these steps, make sure to remove any protective packing material that is installed between components.
Procedure
Step 1 Remove the dome assembly by unscrewing the three security TORX screws and pulling the dome away from the base plate (see Figure 2-3).
Use the TORX screwdriver that is provided with the IP dome to unscrew these screws.
Figure 2-6 Disassembling the 2621 IP Dome Components
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Camera unit screws (2) |
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TORX security screws (3) |
Step 2 Remove the Privacy shield by squeezing it inward to release it from the four tabs that hold it into place (see Figure 2-2).
Step 3 Remove the camera unit from the base plate by using a Phillips-head screwdriver to unscrew the two camera unit screws and pressing the tabs that lock the camera unit to the base plate (see Figure 2-3).
Step 4 Use the template provided to mark the locations in the mounting surface for four screw holes, and for one cabling hole, if cables come through the surface.
Step 5 Drill 4 holes for screws.
The screw holes should be the appropriate size for the mounting hardware that you are using.
Step 6 Take one of these actions:
•If cables run through the surface, drill a hole for the cables.
•If cables run parallel to the surface, unscrew the cable entry plug from the desired entry hole in the side of the conduit base. Then screw the cable entry plug into the bottom cable entry hole.
Step 7 Attach the conduit base to the surface by using four screws that are appropriate for the surface see (Figure 2-7).
Use anchors if necessary and make sure to attach the conduit base securely.
Figure 2-7 Attaching the Conduit Base to a Surface
Step 8 Attach the base plate to the conduit base with the four screws, provided (see Figure 2-8).
Figure 2-8 Attaching the Base Plate to the Conduit Base
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Step 9 Put the an category 5 or higher Ethernet cable through the appropriate cable entry hole in the conduit base and the opening in the base plate and connect the cable to the LAN port on the IP dome (see Figure 1-1 on page 1-3).
Do not lift the IP dome by the Ethernet cable.
Step 10 If the IP dome will not receive PoE, put the power cable through the appropriate cable entry hole in the conduit base and the opening in the base plate and connect it to the power input on the IP dome (see Figure 1-1 on page 1-3).
To connect a power cable, use a flat-head screwdriver to depress the brown tabs on the power input and connect bare positive, negative, and ground wires as shown on the label that is affixed to the IP dome.
Step 11 (Optional) Connect an external speaker, microphone, or both to the Y cable, then connect the Y cable to the audio port on the IP dome.(see Figure 1-1 on page 1-3). The Y cable that is included in the optional audio/video cables accessory kit can be purchased from Cisco (Cisco part number CIVS-IPCA-1017=).
Each device connects to the audio cable through a standard 3.5 mm mini phone jack. A speaker connects to the green jack, which is labeled "Audio Out." A microphone connects to the pink jack, which is labeled "Audio In."
Step 12 (Optional) Use the GPIO ports to connect external devices that trigger alarms (connect through alarm input ports) or respond to alarms (connect through alarm output ports).
Step 13 Attach the camera unit to the base plate by aligning the three tabs on the camera unit with the slots on the base plate, pressing the camera unit into the base plate until the tabs snap into place, and securing the camera unit with the two camera unit screws (see Figure 2-9).
Figure 2-9 Attaching the Camera Unit to the Base Plate
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Step 14 See Figure 2-16 and take these actions to adjust the camera lens to obtain the desired image:
•Temporarily attach an analog monitor to the IP dome so that you can see video while adjusting the camera. If the cable from the monitor terminates with a 3.5 mm jack, plug it into the analog video output port on the IP dome. If the cable terminates with a BNC connector, connect it to the mini cable with BNC adapter, then plug the cable into the analog video output port. The mini cable with BNC adapter is included in the audio/video cables accessory kit, which you can purchase from Cisco (Cisco part number CIVS-IPCA-1017=).
•Make the following adjustments, viewing the video on the analog monitor as needed:
–Back focus—The back focus is factory set for optimal use and should not require adjustments. In the event that it does need to be adjusted, use the 0.9 mm Allen wrench that is supplied with the IP camera to loosen the three back focus hex screws, then adjust the back focus by aiming the IP camera at an object that is at least 15 feet (4.5 meters) away and gently sliding the lens toward or away from the camera. Take care not to pull the lens completely away from the camera. Obtain a sharp picture in both wide-angle and telephoto positions. When the focus is set as desired, use the Allen wrench to tighten the three back focus hex screws.
–Pan—Use a Phillips-head to loosen the panning lock screw, then rotate the camera to obtain the desired image, then tighten the panning lock screw.
–Tilt—Loosen the two tilt lock screws, adjust the lens to obtain the desired image, then tighten the screws.
Do not manually adjust the focus or zoom for the IP camera. Attempting to manually do so may damage the IP camera lens. Instead, use the Focus/Zoom window in the configuration software to remotely set the focus and zoom for the IP camera.
Step 15 Replace the privacy shield by squeezing it to fit inside the four tabs on the camera unit (see Figure 2-10).
Make sure to adjust the privacy shield inside the dome and trim ring assembly so that it does not block the lens from capturing video.
Figure 2-10 Attaching the Privacy Shield and Dome
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Step 16 Attach the dome assembly by aligning its tab with the opening in the base plate, pressing it into place, and securing the three TORX screws (see Figure 2-10).
Make sure that the security strap that connects the dome assembly to the camera housing is in place.
Mounting to a Ceiling Tile
You can mount the IP dome in a ceiling tile. The ceiling tile must be able to support at least three times the weight of the IP dome. An optional ceiling tile mounting plate is available to reinforce a ceiling tile so that the tile provides adequate support. You can purchase the ceiling tile mounting plate from Cisco (Cisco part number CIVS-IPCA-1007=).
To mount the IP dome to a ceiling tile, perform the following steps. Make sure that the location in which you install the IP dome can support at least three times the weight of the IP dome.
Note When you disassemble the IP dome for mounting as described in these steps, make sure to remove any protective packing material that is installed between components.
Procedure
Step 1 Remove the dome assembly by unscrewing the three security TORX screws and pulling the dome away from the base plate (see Figure 2-11).
Use the TORX screwdriver that is provided with the IP dome to unscrew these screws.
Step 2 Remove the Privacy shield by squeezing it inward to release it from the four tabs that hold it into place (see Figure 2-11).
Step 3 Remove the camera unit from the base plate by using a Phillips-head screwdriver to unscrew the two camera unit screws and pressing the tabs that lock the camera unit to the base plate (see Figure 2-11).
Figure 2-11 Disassembling the 2621 IP Dome Components
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TORX security screws (3) |
Step 4 Remove the ceiling tile from the location at which you want to mount the IP dome and use the template provided to mark the locations in the ceiling tile for four screw holes and a rectangular cutout for cables. Be sure to align the holes in the ceiling tile with the holes in the ceiling tile mounting plate and the base plate as shown in Figure 2-12.
Figure 2-12 Preparing the 2621 IP Dome Ceiling Tile
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Step 5 Place the ceiling tile mounting plate over the ceiling tile.
Orient the ceiling tile mount so that it is flush with the back surface of the ceiling tile.
Step 6 Attache the base plate to the ceiling tile and ceiling tile mounting plate using four screws.
Step 7 Put the an category 5 or higher Ethernet cable through the appropriate cable entry hole in the conduit base and connect the cable to the LAN port on the IP dome (see Figure 1-1 on page 1-3).
Do not lift the IP dome by the Ethernet cable.
Step 8 If the IP dome will not receive PoE, put the power cable through the appropriate cable entry hole in the conduit base and connect it to the power input on the IP dome (see Figure 1-1 on page 1-3).
To connect a power cable, use a flat-head screwdriver to depress the brown tabs on the power input and connect bare positive, negative, and ground wires as shown on the label that is affixed to the IP dome.
Step 9 (Optional) Connect an external speaker, microphone, or both to the Y cable, then connect the Y cable to the audio port on the IP dome.(see Figure 1-1 on page 1-3). The Y cable that is included in the optional audio/video cables accessory kit can be purchased from Cisco (Cisco part number CIVS-IPCA-1017=).
Each device connects to the audio cable through a standard 3.5 mm mini phone jack. A speaker connects to the green jack, which is labeled "Audio Out." A microphone connects to the pink jack, which is labeled "Audio In."
Step 10 (Optional) Use the GPIO ports to connect external devices that trigger alarms (connect through alarm input ports) or respond to alarms (connect through alarm output ports).
See Figure 1-1 on page 1-3).
Step 11 Attach the camera unit to the base plate by aligning the three tabs on the camera unit with the slots on the base plate, pressing the camera unit into the base plate until the tabs snap into place, and securing the camera unit with the two camera unit screws.
Step 12 See Figure 2-16 and take these actions to adjust the camera lens to obtain the desired image
•Temporarily attach an analog monitor to the IP dome so that you can see video while adjusting the camera. If the cable from the monitor terminates with a 3.5 mm jack, plug it into the analog video output port on the IP dome. If the cable terminates with a BNC connector, connect it to the mini cable with BNC adapter, then plug the cable into the analog video output port. The mini cable with BNC adapter is included in the audio/video cables accessory kit, which you can purchase from Cisco (Cisco part number CIVS-IPCA-1017=).
•Make the following adjustments, viewing the video on the analog monitor as needed:
–Back focus—The back focus is factory set for optimal use and should not require adjustments. In the event that it does need to be adjusted, use the 0.9 mm Allen wrench that is supplied with the IP camera to loosen the three back focus hex screws, then adjust the back focus by aiming the IP camera at an object that is at least 15 feet (4.5 meters) away and gently sliding the lens toward or away from the camera. Take care not to pull the lens completely away from the camera. Obtain a sharp picture in both wide-angle and telephoto positions. When the focus is set as desired, use the Allen wrench to tighten the three back focus hex screws.
–Pan—Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to loosen the panning lock screw, then rotate the camera to obtain the desired image, then tighten the panning lock screw.
–Tilt—Loosen the two tilt lock screws, adjust the lens to obtain the desired image, then tighten the screws.
Do not manually adjust the focus or zoom for the IP camera. Attempting to manually do so may damage the IP camera lens. Instead, use the Focus/Zoom window in the configuration software to remotely set the focus and zoom for the IP camera.
Step 13 Replace the privacy shield by squeezing it to fit inside the four tabs on the camera unit.
Make sure to adjust the privacy shield inside the dome and trim ring assembly so that it does not block the lens from capturing video.
Step 14 Attach the dome assembly by aligning its tab with the opening in the base plate, pressing it into place, and securing the three TORX screws (see Figure 2-15).
Make sure that the security strap that connects the dome assembly to the camera housing is in place.
Figure 2-13 Securing TORX Screws
Mounting on a Solid Surface
If the cables for the IP dome can pass through an opening in the surface, you can mount the IP dome by attaching the base plate directly to the surface. To do so, perform the following steps.
Note When you disassemble the IP dome for mounting as described in these steps, make sure to remove any protective packing material that is installed between components.
Procedure
Step 1 Remove the dome assembly by unscrewing the three security TORX screws and pulling the dome away from the base plate (see Figure 2-14).
Use the TORX screwdriver that is provided with the IP dome to unscrew these screws.
Figure 2-14 Disassembling the 2621 IP Dome Components
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Step 2 Remove the Privacy shield by squeezing it inward to release it from the four tabs that hold it into place (see Figure 2-2).
Step 3 Remove the camera unit from the base plate by using a Phillips-head screwdriver to unscrew the two camera unit screws and pressing the tabs that lock the camera unit to the base plate (see Figure 2-3).
Step 4 Use the template provided to mark the locations in the mounting surface for four screw holes and a rectangular cutout for cables.
Step 5 Drill 4 holes for screws and cut out the rectangle for cables.
The screw holes should be the appropriate size for the mounting hardware that you are using.
Step 6 Attach the base plate to the surface by using four screws that are appropriate for the surface.
Use anchors if necessary and make sure to attach the conduit base securely.
Step 7 Put the an category 5 or higher Ethernet cable through the appropriate cable entry hole in the conduit base and connect the cable to the LAN port on the IP dome (see Figure 1-1 on page 1-3).
Do not lift the IP dome by the Ethernet cable.
Step 8 If the IP dome will not receive PoE, put the power cable through the appropriate cable entry hole in the conduit base and connect it to the power input on the IP dome (see Figure 1-1 on page 1-3).
To connect a power cable, use a flat-head screwdriver to depress the brown tabs on the power input and connect bare positive, negative, and ground wires as shown on the label that is affixed to the IP dome.
Step 9 (Optional) Connect an external speaker, microphone, or both to the Y cable, then connect the Y cable to the audio port on the IP dome.(see Figure 1-1 on page 1-3). The Y cable that is included in the optional audio/video cables accessory kit can be purchased from Cisco (Cisco part number CIVS-IPCA-1017=).
Each device connects to the audio cable through a standard 3.5 mm mini phone jack. A speaker connects to the green jack, which is labeled "Audio Out." A microphone connects to the pink jack, which is labeled "Audio In."
Step 10 (Optional) Use the GPIO ports to connect external devices that trigger alarms (connect through alarm input ports) or respond to alarms (connect through alarm output ports).
See Figure 1-1 on page 1-3).
Step 11 Attach the camera unit to the base plate by aligning the three tabs on the camera unit with the slots on the base plate, pressing the camera unit into the base plate until the tabs snap into place, and securing the camera unit with the two camera unit screws.
Step 12 See Figure 2-16 and take these actions to adjust the camera lens to obtain the desired image
•Temporarily attach an analog monitor to the IP dome so that you can see video while adjusting the camera. If the cable from the monitor terminates with a 3.5 mm jack, plug it into the analog video output port on the IP dome. If the cable terminates with a BNC connector, connect it to the mini cable with BNC adapter, then plug the cable into the analog video output port. The mini cable with BNC adapter is included in the audio/video cables accessory kit, which you can purchase from Cisco (Cisco part number CIVS-IPCA-1017=).
•Make the following adjustments, viewing the video on the analog monitor as needed:
–Back focus—The back focus is factory set for optimal use and should not require adjustments. In the event that it does need to be adjusted, use the 0.9 mm Allen wrench that is supplied with the IP camera to loosen the three back focus hex screws, then adjust the back focus by aiming the IP camera at an object that is at least 15 feet (4.5 meters) away and gently sliding the lens toward or away from the camera. Take care not to pull the lens completely away from the camera. Obtain a sharp picture in both wide-angle and telephoto positions. When the focus is set as desired, use the Allen wrench to tighten the three back focus hex screws.
–Pan—Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to loosen the panning lock screw, then rotate the camera to obtain the desired image, then tighten the panning lock screw.
–Tilt—Loosen the two tilt lock screws, adjust the lens to obtain the desired image, then tighten the screws.
Do not manually adjust the focus or zoom for the IP camera. Attempting to manually do so may damage the IP camera lens. Instead, use the Focus/Zoom window in the configuration software to remotely set the focus and zoom for the IP camera.
Step 13 Replace the privacy shield by squeezing it to fit inside the four tabs on the camera unit.
Make sure to adjust the privacy shield inside the dome and trim ring assembly so that it does not block the lens from capturing video.
Step 14 Attach the dome assembly by aligning its tab with the opening in the base plate, pressing it into place, and securing the three TORX screwsFigure 2-15).
Make sure that the security strap that connects the dome assembly to the camera housing is in place.
Figure 2-15 Securing TORX Screws
Performing the Initial Setup of the IP Camera
After you install IP camera, or after you perform a factory reset procedure, you must access the IP camera and make initial configuration settings. These settings include administrator and root passwords, and whether the IP camera can be accessed through an HTTP connection in addition to the default HTTPS (HTTP secure) connection.
To make these configuration settings, you connect to the IP camera from any PC that is on the same network as the IP camera. The PC must meet these requirements:
•Operating system—Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, or Vista
•Browser—Internet Explorer 6.x with Service Pack 2, or later
In addition, you must know the IP address of the IP camera. By default, when the IP camera powers on, it attempts to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server in your network. If the camera cannot obtain an IP address through DCHP within 90 seconds, it uses a default IP address of 192.168.0.100.
To connect to the IP camera for the first time and make initial configuration settings, perform the following steps. You can change these configuration settings in the future as described in the "Initialization Window" section on page 3-25.
Procedure
Step 1 Start Internet Explorer, enter HTTPS://ip_address in the address field, and press Enter.
Replace ip_address with the IP address that the IP camera obtained through DHCP or, if the camera is unable to obtain this IP address, enter 192.168.0.100.
The Account window appears.
Step 2 In the Set Password and Verify Password fields in the Admin column, enter a password for the IP camera administrator.
You must enter the same password in both fields. The password is case sensitive and must contain at least eight characters, which can be letters, numbers, and special characters, but no spaces. Special characters are: ! " # $ % & ' ( ) * + , - . : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] ^ _ ` { | } ~.
Step 3 In the Set Password and Verify Password fields in the Root column, enter a password that is used when accessing the IP camera through a Secure Shell (SSH) connection.
You must enter the same password in both fields. The password is case sensitive and must contain at least eight characters, which can be letters, numbers, and special characters, but no spaces. Special characters are: ! " # $ % & ' ( ) * + , - . : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] ^ _ ` { | } ~.
You use the root password if you need to troubleshoot the IP camera through a SSH connection with the assistance of the Cisco Technical Assistance Center.
Step 4 In the HTTP area, click the HTTP radio button if you want to allow both HTTP and HTTPS connections to the IP camera.
The default setting is HTTPS, which allows only HTTPS (secure) connections to the IP camera.
Step 5 Click Apply.
The IP camera reboots.
Step 6 After the IP camera reboots, start Internet Explorer and, in the Address field, enter the following:
protocol://ip_address
where:
•protocol is HTTPS or HTTP. (You can use HTTP only if you enabled it in Step 4.)
•ip_address is the IP address that you used in Step 1.
Step 7 If you are prompted to install ActiveX controls, which are required to view video from the IP camera, follow the on-screen prompts to do so.
The Main window appears and video from the IP camera starts playing automatically.
You can take these actions in the Main window:
•Click the Setup link to access configuration menus for the camera. For detailed information about these menus, see Chapter 3, "Configuring and Managing the IP Camera."
•Click the Home link to view and control live video from the camera. For detailed information about these actions, see Chapter 4, "Viewing Live Video."
•Click the Logout button to exit the window.
Accessing the IP Camera Windows
After you perform the initial configuration as described in the "Performing the Initial Setup of the IP Camera" section, follow the steps in this section each time that you want to access the IP camera windows to make configuration settings or view live video.
You access these windows by connecting to the IP camera from any PC that is on the same network as the IP camera and that meets these requirements:
•Operating system—Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Vista
•Browser—Internet Explorer 6.x with Service Pack 2, or later
You need this information to access the IP camera windows:
•IP address of the IP camera. By default, the IP camera attempts to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server in your network. If the IP camera cannot obtain an IP address through DHCP within 90 seconds of powering up or resetting, it uses the default IP address of 192.168.0.100.
•Port number, if other than the default value. Default port numbers for the IP camera are 443 for HTTPS and 80 for HTTP. The IP camera administrator can enable an alternative HTTPS port and an alternative HTTP port as described in the "Advanced Setup Window" section on page 3-7.
•Your user name and password for the IP camera. The IP camera administrator configures user names and passwords as described in the "Users Window" section on page 3-12.
To access the IP camera windows, follow these steps:
Procedure
Step 1 Start Internet Explorer and enter the following in the address field:
protocol://ip_address:port_number
where:
•protocol is HTTPS for a secure connection or HTTP for a non-secure connection. You can use HTTP only if you configure the camera to accept non-secure HTTP connections as described in the "Performing the Initial Setup of the IP Camera" section.
•ip_address is the IP address of the IP camera. The default IP address is 192.168.0.100.
•port_number is the port number that is used for HTTPS or HTTP connections to the IP camera. You do not need to enter a port number if you are connecting through the default HTTPS port 443 or the default HTTP port 80.
For example,
•Enter the following for a secure connection if the IP address is 192.168.0.100 and the HTTPS port number is 443:
https://192.168.0.100
•Enter the following for a secure connection if the IP address is 203.70.212.52 and the HTTPS port number is 1024:
https://203.70.212.52:1024
•Enter the following for a non-secure connection if the IP address is 203.70.212.52 and the HTTP port number is 80:
http://203.70.212.52
•Enter the following for a non-secure connection if the IP address is 203.70.212.52 and the HTTP port number is 1024:
http://203.70.212.52:1024
Step 2 Enter your IP camera user name and password when prompted, then click OK.
To log in as the IP camera administrator, enter the user name admin (all lower case) and the password that is configured for the administrator. To log in as a user, enter the user name and password that are configured for the user.
The Main window appears and video from the IP camera starts playing automatically. You can take these actions in the Main window:
•Click the Setup link to access configuration menus for the camera. For detailed information about these menus, see Chapter 3, "Configuring and Managing the IP Camera."
•Click the Home link to view and control live video from the camera. For detailed information about these actions, see Chapter 4, "Viewing Live Video."
•Click the Logout button to exit the window.
Adjusting the Video Image
As part of the IP camera installation process, you make pan and tilt settings (and back focus settings if necessary) for the camera in the dome. If you ever need to change these settings, follow these steps:
Procedure
Step 1 Unscrew the three security TORX screws using the TORX screwdriver that supplied with the IP dome and pull the dome assembly away from the base plate
Step 2 Remove the Privacy shield by squeezing it inward to release it from the four tabs that hold it into place (see Figure 2-2).
Step 3 See Figure 2-16 and take these actions to adjust the camera lens to obtain the desired image
•Temporarily attach an analog monitor to the IP dome so that you can see video while adjusting the camera. If the cable from the monitor terminates with a 3.5 mm jack, plug it into the analog video output port on the IP dome. If the cable terminates with a BNC connector, connect it to the mini cable with BNC adapter, then plug the cable into the analog video output port. The mini cable with BNC adapter is included in the audio/video cables accessory kit, which you can purchase from Cisco (Cisco part number CIVS-IPCA-1017=).
•Make the following adjustments, viewing the video on the analog monitor as needed:
–Rotation—The rotation is factory set and should not require adjustments. In the event that it does need to be adjusted, turn the notched rotation wheel until you achieve the desired image.
–Pan—Use a Phillips-head to loosen the panning lock screw (the one slightly recessed in a cutout), then rotate the camera to obtain the desired image, then tighten the panning lock screw.
–Tilt—Loosen the two tilt lock screws, adjust the lens to obtain the desired image, then tighten the screws.
–Back focus—The back focus is factory set for optimal use and should not require adjustments. In the event that it does need to be adjusted, use the 0.9 mm Allen wrench that is supplied with the IP camera to loosen the back focus hex screw, then adjust the back focus by aiming the IP camera at an object that is at least 15 feet (4.5 meters) away and gently sliding the lens toward or away from the camera. Take care not to pull the lens completely away from the camera.Obtain a sharp picture in both wide-angle and telephoto positions. When the focus is set as desired, use the Allen wrench to tighten the back focus hex screw.
Do not manually adjust the focus or zoom for the IP camera. Attempting to manually do so may damage the IP camera lens. Instead, use the Focus/Zoom window in the configuration software to remotely set the focus and zoom for the IP camera.
Figure 2-16 Adjusting the Camera Lens on the 2621 IP Dome
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Panning lock screw |
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Back focus hex screws (3) |
Step 4 Remove the analog monitor cable from the analog video output port.
Step 5 Replace the privacy shield by squeezing it to fit inside the four tabs on the camera unit.
Make sure to adjust the privacy shield inside the dome and trim ring assembly so that it does not block the lens from capturing video.
Step 6 Align the tab on the dome assembly with the opening in the base plate, press the dome assembly into place, and securing the three TORX screws
Powering the IP Camera On or Off
The IP camera does not include an on/off switch. You power it on or off by connecting it to or disconnecting it from a power source. When you power off the IP camera, it retains configuration information.
To power on the IP camera, take either of these actions:
•Use an category 5 or higher network cable to connect the IP camera to a network switch that provides 802.3af compliant PoE
•Use the appropriate power adapter to connect the IP camera to a wall outlet
To power off the IP camera, take either of these actions:
•If the IP camera is receiving PoE, disconnect the network cable
•If the IP camera is receiving power through the power adapter, unplug the adapter from the wall or disconnect it from the camera
Resetting the IP Camera
You can reset the IP dome by disassembling it and pressing the Reset button on the camera unit (see Figure 1-2 on page 1-5). There are various reset types, as described in Table 2-1.
You also can perform some reset operations from the Maintenance window as described in the "Maintenance Window" section on page 3-14.
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Reboot. |
Press and immediately release the Reset button. |
This action is equivalent to powering the IP camera down and then powering it up. Settings that are configured for the IP camera are retained. |
IP address reset. |
Press and hold the Reset button for at least 1 second but no more than 9 seconds. |
If DHCP is enabled in your network, the IP camera obtains an IP address from the DHCP server. Otherwise, after 90 seconds, the IP camera IP address resets to the default address of 192.168.0.100. All other configuration settings are retained. |
Factory reset. |
Press and hold the Reset button for at least 10 seconds. |
Sets all IP camera options to their default values. After you perform this procedure, follow the steps in the "Performing the Initial Setup of the IP Camera" section. |
Cleaning the IP Camera
To clean an IP camera, follow these guidelines:
•To clean external components, use a clean, dry, soft cloth to gently wipe the components. Do not use liquid cleaners on the dome assembly, except for cleaners that are designed specifically for optical-grade acrylic.
•To clean the lens, use only tissue paper or solution that is designed for high quality optical lenses.
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