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1. unit using a computer connected by the supplied Null Modem cable you can quickly configure the unit for remote use using an external modem whereby your video images can even be uploaded to your preferred Internet Service Provider ISP to allow global access to your live images from any browser on the Internet Select any of the supported ISPs in the Web based Wizards or use your own ISP as storage for your live images Security The AXIS 2100 includes a self contained Web server which means that digital images can be secured like any other Internet host Data protection is normally implemented by your Network Administrator using the unit s security settings in combination with an organization s Internet firewall The Administrator can decide whether individuals groups the whole company or the whole world may access your camera The AXIS 2100 supports multi user password protection Network Camera Servers Developer s Pages The Camera Division at Axis maintains a specialist site for network camera developers New ideas and tools for software developers are often added Follow the camera links and check it out at www axis com Linux Operating System Including a Boa Web server the Linux operating system provides a stable platform for open source development in future releases of the product In accordance with the GNU General Public License Axis have published the kernel for this product at http developer axis com Axis would like t
2. VY AXIS IP Installer 1 Please restart your Ax S server and then select it by clicking on its serial number Serial Number 00 40 8C 3C 03 3C 172 21 2 131 Continuously listening for new servers a Make sure Home page of selected Ax 5 server minutes ago 2 No server selected above yet M Logfile Please enter the desired IP address and then click the button to set it Version 1 00 3 Follow the instructions as they appear on the screen 4 Click Finish to complete the installation Setting the IP Address with AXIS IP Installer 1 Run the AXIS IP Installer from the Start menu The AXIS IP Installer dialog is displayed on the screen 2 Restart your AXIS 2100 by disconnecting the power supply and then reconnecting it Select the serial number of your AXIS 2100 from the list The serial number is identical to the units Ethernet address found on the underneath of the unit 4 Enter the desired IP address Click Set IP address The IP address will now be set 5 To access the home page of the AXIS 2100 click Home page of selected Axis server You can now configure the AXIS 2100 according to your requirements 6 Click OK to exit the program For more help during the installation of the IP address click Help or press F1 AXIS 2100 User s Guide Installing Your Camera on a Network 25 Using BOOTP in UNIX Follow these steps to use the BOOTP method 1 Append the follow
3. The AXIS 2100 Flash memory is upgraded over the network using FTP See the detailed instructions supplied with each new software release Important e Always read the upgrade instructions available with each new release prior to upgrading your soft ware Downloading normally takes between 30 seconds and 10 minutes although it can take longer After starting the download you should always wait at least 20 minutes before power cycling the AXIS 2100 even if you suspect the download procedure has failed In controlled environments flash memory upgrades provide a very safe method for updating soft ware However flash products can become damaged if the upgrade operation is not performed cor rectly Your dealer reserves the right to charge for any repair attributable to faulty upgrading by the user Appendix C The Unit Connectors This section provides a detailed overview of the two supported product connectors the Serial Connector and the IO Connector It also includes connection diagrams for simple door switch and an LED output as well as a more complete schematic diagram describing how the AXIS 2100 is connected for a typical application The Serial Connector In the absence of a local network connection the RS232 serial connector provides a physical interface for connecting a modem or computer to the AXIS 2100 This means that the AXIS 2100 can operate as a standalone unit independent of any computer network When a loca
4. click IP Address 3 Check that the first 3 numbers in the IP address of your AXIS 2100 match the first 3 of your workstation If not your AXIS 2100 may be on a different subnet and the IP address cannot be set from this workstation Please contact your network administrator If the table is empty re install the product ensuring that the IP address for your own PC is also used Type arp a to view the ARP table Note The AXIS IP Installer provides a good alternative to ARP Try disabling the proxy default in your browser Try replacing your network cable Test the network interface of the product by connecting a local computer to the unit using a standard Crossover hub to hub Cable If the above actions don t solve the problem the AXIS 2100 may be faulty In this case try to localize the problem by connecting the AXIS 2100 to the serial port of a local com puter using the supplied Null Modem Cable and report your findings to your local distributor Symptoms No access via modem connection No access via the Null Modem Cable The Power indicator is not constantly lit The Network indicator displays red The Active and Network indicators are flashing every 0 5 seconds Your AXIS 2100 works locally but not externally No image using Refresh and or slow updating of images 44 Troubleshooting AXIS 2100 User s Guide Possible causes Incorrect settings Bad connection Faulty modem Inc
5. used with Axis ActiveX component AXIS Camera Control or Netscape 4 x or higher Network Connection RJ45 twisted pair cable or remote connection using any standard serial modem Networking 10baseT Ethernet or 100baseTX Fast Ethernet TCP IP HTTP FTP SMTP NTP ARP and BOOTP I O Connector 1 optical isolated alarm input 1 digital output max 24V 100mA with programmable digital input output for remote image storage via FTP or SMTP pre post alarm image storage Image Updating Up to 10 frames second over 10Mbps or 100Mbps networks Pre Post Alarm Buffer Up to 500kB memory available for pre post alarm image storage Modem Connector Single 9 pin D SUB RS 232 connector max 115 kbps half duplex Operating Conditions Temp 40 to 105 F 5 to 40 C Humidity 20 80 RHG Approvals EMC FCC Class A C EN 55022 1994 EN55024 1998 Safety EN 60950 UL CSA Metrics Height 1 6 4 3 cm Width 4 0 10 2 cm Length 5 8 14 7 cm Weight 0 55 lb 0 25 kg excluding power supply Hardware ARTPEC 1 compression chip ETRAX 100 including 32 bit RISC 100 MIPS CPU 8 MB RAM 2 MB FLASH PROM Power External power supply 12V AC 9 6 VA PS D included 9 15V AC min 10VA or 9 15V DC min 7W index A Access rights 40 Admin 40 Dial in 40 View 40 Administration Tools 37 Anonymous user access 40 ARP 43 ARTPEC 1 54 AXIS IP Installer 23 B Boa Web server 6 BOOTP 23 25
6. AxisCamera Connecting to AxisCamera x root and pass respectively Password m I Save password O Click Connect to start Phone number 123123 the Dial Up connection Dialing tron New Location z I Verifying the Modem Connection Having initiated your Dial up connection as described above you can quickly check the connection by accessing the AXIS 2100 with a standard Web browser such as Netscape or Internet Explorer as follows Netscape File Edt View Go Communicator Help Jabc xyz gE what s Related PN now configure the unit using the Installation Wizard or the Administration Tools sei Bookmarks Since the AXIS 2100 emulates a DNS server type in any URL containing a period into your browser to display the AXIS 2100 Home Page as defined below 32 Adjusting the Camera Focus AXIS 2100 User s Guide Adjusting the Camera Focus Important As an alternative to the focusing method described in this section you can also adjust the camera s focus using the Administration Tools for more information on this please refer to your on line help The AXIS 2100 features a replaceable CS type lens that can be targeted for different applications Supporting rotational focus control the lens must first be focused under normal quiescent conditions to optimize the image quality for your camera Notes
7. Modem Applications When used with a modem the speed of your communications link will normally determine the image frequency in your browser A standard image is normally transmitted in 2 5 seconds although optimal image frequency is achieved by buffering the video stream into internal memory before uploading the recorded images to your ISP or Web server This is the ideal solution for remote applications connected to external security devices and which require a good flow of images from alarm events Choosing Your Application AXIS 2100 User s Guide Proprietary ISP Dial up Protocols If your ISP requires you to install any special software before initiating a Dial up connection it is likely that your ISP is using proprietary protocols incompatible with the standard based AXIS 2100 In these circumstances we recommend that you ask your ISP to provide you with an alternative dial up facility that allows for standard dial up networking Axis does not guarantee the compatibility of this product with any ISP that requires the use of proprietary or non standard software for the Dial up connection Remote Imaging in a Custom designed Web Page The AXIS 2100 can be configured as a standalone application that is completely remote from any network Ideal for remote surveillance industrial control and process monitoring applications you can quickly configure the AXIS 2100 for a direct installation to your serial modem This is suitable for a wide
8. This is because several planes of focus exist within the camera s normal field of view AXIS 2100 User s Guide Adjusting the Camera Focus 33 Focusing the Camera Under Stable Conditions Before you begin For the focusing algorithm to work effectively always ensure that there is minimal movement within the camera s field of view when focusing as described below With reference to the illustrations follow the instructions below to achieve a good basic level of focus under normal stable conditions Important Do not press the Control Button for at least 10 seconds after powering on the unit as this will cause the product to return to the factory default settings 1 Power on the AXIS 2100 and then wait at least 10 Fixed Lens Assembly seconds NOT to be adjusted 2 Set the AXIS 2100 to its extreme close focus position by turning the Camera Lens fully clockwise see Camera Lens illustration right 3 Press and hold the Control Button using a thin paper clip or any other suitably pointed object see illustration below until the Status Indicator flashes Yellow Control Button Paper clip The Focus Assistant is now enabled with the Status Indicator set to Focus Mode the AXIS 2100 simultaneously initiates a focusing algorithm that regularly calculates the quality of focus within the camera s field of view 4 In order for the Focus Assistant to access the full focusing range for your applicati
9. devices that typically share common resources within a limited geographical area Linux A popular operating system that is open source and practiclly free of charge Lux A standard unit for light measurement NWAY A network protocol that automatically negotiates the highest possible common transmission speed between two devices Null Modem Cable A cable used for connecting a PC to a serial device using the modem protocol for communication PING A small utility used for sending data packets to network resources to check that they are working and that the network is intact PPP Point to Point Protocol A method allowing one computer to connect to another usually via a modem over a phone line Pre post alarm image The images from immediately before and after an alarm Protocol A special set of rules governing how two entities will communicate Protocols are found at many levels of communication and there are hardware protocols and software protocols SMTP A common e mail protocol TCP IP Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol A suite of network protocols that determine how data is moved TCP IP is used on many networks including the Internet TCP keeps track of the individual packets of information and and IP contains the rules for how the packets are actually delivered and received URL Uniform Resource Locator An address on the network V 90 An operating standard for telephone
10. external direct current source for example a 9 I 5V DC battery supply Used as a power output it can drive the photo coupled input or other equipment such as an infrared sensor The output voltage level is dependent upon the input voltage to the unit A maximum current of 50mA can be sourced from the DC output 3 Digital Input photo coupled anode on the diode Voltages 5 24V DC will activate the input It is possible to use pin 2 to source the input 4 Digital Transistor Output With a maximum load of 00mA and a maximum voltage of 24V DC this output has an open collector NPN transistor with the emitter connected to pin If it is to be used with an external relay a diode must be connected in parallel with the load for protection against any voltage transients as detailed in the Schematic Connection Diagram of the I O and RS232 Connector on page 51 Note Connecting AC to the transistor output will damage the unit Digital Input Used for connecting external alarm devices and triggering images for specific alarm based events the digital input is typically connected to a motion detector or any other external security device for taking images on each occasion the detector is activated Digital Output The supported transistor output can drive a maximum load of 24V DC at 100mA directly and by connecting additional relay circuitry it can drive even heavier loads Using the Administration Tools you must
11. first enable IO Status in the Layout Settings for the Digital Output ON OFF buttons to be displayed in the product Home Page The status of the Digital Output is then controlled by simply clicking these buttons AXIS 2100 User s Guide The Unit Connectors 49 Connection Diagram for a Simple Door Switch Door Switch DC Power AXIS 2100 50 The Unit Connectors AXIS 2100 User s Guide Connection Diagram for an LED indicator Output LED Indicator Output DC Power AXIS 2100 e AXIS 2100 User s Guide The Unit Connectors 5 Schematic Connection Diagram of the I O and RS232 Connector AXIS 2100 Internal 3 3V Appliance 7 Main Power GND PIN 5 f Q fom GND Pins and 2 are connected to the derived DC power for the unit and can be used as an external power feed for external equipment such as an Infrared sensor When connecting other equipment using this connector the maximum current of 50mA must be strictly observed Failure to do so may cause a loss of power to the unit and may even damage your camera 52 High Speed Services AXIS 2100 User s Guide Appendix D High Speed Services You will experience the full performance of the AXIS 2100 if you have access to high speed Internet services such as xDSL or a cable modem connection However as most high speed Internet services only provide you with one external IP address there are several practical issues that should be considere
12. kb 320x240 70kb 8 kb 5 kb 3 kb Note Using a modern computer will avoid introducing any unnecessary bottleneck when viewing the images Lighting Conditions Images sec Just like any camera the shutter time of the AXIS 2100 increases in low light conditions to guarantee optimal image quality The actual frame rate for your images is affected by the prevailing light conditions in your application environment Although the AXIS 2100 will produce good quality images right down to 3 Lux local lighting should Lux ideally be stable at 40 Lux or more to achieve optimal image frequency Consequently you can expect a reduced frame rate under low light conditions in your application environment as shown in the diagram right Choosing Your Application AXIS 2100 User s Guide Viewing Images in a Custom designed Web Page Simply install the AXIS 2100 directly on your local Ethernet network and complete the nstallation Wizard to immediately view live video images in your own custom designed Web page The Wizard not only helps you define the image format and personalized characteristics of your Web page Layout but even allows you to decide how accessible your product is over the intranet or Internet you decide in just a few simple steps AXIS 2100 jee SE Ccececel d ct hk cp Web Browser LAN WAN Intranet Network Web Browser Often used as a Web attraction for enhancing a Web site with live image
13. method of connection in the Modem or Network dialog Refer to Configuring Your Camera on page 35 3 Continue the configuration of your product using the Application Wizard to define the target FTP server and define your preferred mode of operation choosing Alarm Mode to upload single images or pre post alarm image sequences when a defined alarm or time based event occurs 4 Having completed the Wizard you should now verify the configuration by triggering the defined alarm event and then viewing the uploaded images in your browser Note You can refine your application using the Web based Administration Tools AXIS 2100 User s Guide Choosing Your Application Modem Applications If a local network connection is not available where you want to use your AXIS 2100 you can alternatively connect your AXIS 2100 to a V 90 compatible modem and quickly configure any number of exciting applications using the Wizards including e Viewing images in a fully custom designed Web page over a Dial up modem connection e Sequentially uploading images to an ISP Internet Service Provider over a Dial up modem connection and publishing images to the whole Internet community e Uploading single or pre post alarm image sequences to your ISP over a Dial up modem connec tion when an alarm or time based event occurs and optionally sending an e mail alert contain ing the whole buffer and a link to the camera Important e Although the AXIS 21
14. nete aed Ses aes poe een Ge 32 PA E e a Ea EEA JA Configuring Your Camera s s asee screenees ss sute kisisiross iers tees iida Ase ees 35 Conicuration Veine the VViZards sriperi aa e ea teen E E oe 35 TneAdminctration TOOS seses miaa eeneiige ebm bane ie ae cm adeno myn Rel 36 Reinstating the Factory Default Settings ve00s 42dce een retret itti i kiA EENE 40 Appendix A Troubleshooting 0 ccc ee rreren 4 Preven Asked USSHIONG pesani papii a EE cane hea oat aa te veges 4 PIN Gmo Tour IP Add eese e TOREEN A ra ee Ad Problems Possible Causes and Remedial Actions 2 0 0 ccc cect eens 43 Appendix B Updating the Software 0 0 cece eee ene e eee eee 46 Appendix C The Unit Connectors 0 0 cece tenet eens 47 Appendix D High Speed Services 0 cece eee eee eee eee 52 Appendix E Technical Specifications 0 2 0 0 eect eee eens 54 GON E E ee eee ear ey Hea eee yay ea ee T NEEE E EE E T E 55 4 Overview AXIS 2100 User s Guide Overview The AXIS 2100 is a digital TCP IP network camera that includes all of the required networking connectivity for distributing images or live video over an intranet or the Internet With its own built in Web server it allows high quality remote surveillance images to be viewed directly from any browser on the network and provides full Web based control of the various management and configuration functions WWwW axis com Use the camera for intruder d
15. only then will security be enabled in your prod uct All Axis products are shipped with the same password as default For further information refer to System Security on page 42 Configuration Using the Wizards Having decided on the application you wish to develop and having installed your AXIS 2100 accordingly the unit is now connected directly to a local area network or to a local PC using the supplied Null Modem Cable For speedy development of your application the AXIS 2100 provides two easy to use Wizards that are recommended for both novice and advanced users alike the Installation Wizard and the Application Wizard Depending on your choice of application you can run each of these Wizards either consecutively or independently of one another 36 Configuring Your Camera AXIS 2100 User s Guide Installation Wizard Overview The Installation Wizard provides a quick and easy method with which to define the System Security Image and Layout settings for your application as defined in the Administration Tools Overview on page 39 Starting the Installation Wizard 1 With reference to the information provided in the On line Help double click the Installation Wizard from the Home Page and follow the Wizard to complete your configuration 2 Click the Finish button to save the defined application settings to the camera Tip Application Wizard Overview The Application Wizard can be
16. range of remote applications that can be viewed from anywhere from the comfort of the computer at home or the office te p Modem PSTN P OO i Modem fee l WLLL L ooe fil AXIS ee oy am aaua gy Web Browser Having established a Dial up connection for your AXIS 2100 the camera plugs directly into a serial modem to provide immediate access to live video images in your own custom designed Web page You access the images and the camera Web pages in exactly the same way as you would dial up to your ISP AXIS 2100 User s Guide Choosing Your Application I7 Installation and Configuration Overview Configure the AXIS 2100 for viewing images over a remote Dial up modem connection as follows Connect the AXIS 2100 to the network if available Otherwise use the supplied Null Modem Cable Install the camera as a modem For this and general information on the Dial up connection refer to Using Your Camera with a Modem on page 26 Create a dedicated Dial up Connection Refine the Dial up parameters Initiate the Dial up connection Referring to Configuring Your Camera on page 35 open the Home Page in your browser and start the Installation Wizard Complete the Wizard to establish the standard Security Date and Time Image General Layout and Modem settings selecting modem as your chosen method of connection Disconnect the camera from the network or Null Modem Cable and connect it directly
17. started from the final page of the Installation Wizard or independently from the Administration Tools It provides a quick and easy way of defining the settings for your application as defined in the Administration Tools Overview on page 39 Starting the Application Wizard 1 With reference to the information provided in the On line Help click the Application Wizard link from within the Administration Tools to start the Wizard 2 Click the Finish button to save the defined application settings to the camera The Administration Tools The Web based Administration Tools are used for configuring and managing your AXIS 2100 After initially setting up the AXIS 2100 with the Installation Wizard these tools are ideal for use by more advanced users when reviewing and refining the configuration AXIS 2100 User s Guide Configuring Your Camera 37 Accessing the Tools Follow the instructions below to access the Administration Tools using a standard Web browser 1 Start the Web browser and enter the name or Internet address of the AXIS 2100 or any DNS name if you are accessing the unit via the Null Modem Cable in the location address field Example http 1 72 21 1 200 2 The AXIS 2100 Home page is now displayed Click Administration Tools Live web imaging unleashed E rie om Al ceed P Aree Peat k bare m Hom J EEJ hirbe d Farma I O AXISA FER te ed Note When entering these pages for
18. to view the images only Add ing at least one such user will disallow anonymous users Important e The Administrator s default username and password set to root and pass can be used for logging in to the unit for the first time but the default password must be changed to enable the camera s secu rity functions All Axis products are shipped with the same password as default e By default the AXIS 2100 Is set for anonymous user access which means that anybody on the Inter net intranet can view the video images from a Web browser To restrict open access simply register a single authorized user with viewing rights This effectively revokes the anonymous user service and restricts camera access to specified users If the anonymous user service Is satisfactory for your appli cation simply do not add any other users Reinstating the Factory Default Settings In certain circumstances it may be necessary to reinstate the Factory Default settings for your AXIS 2100 This is performed by clicking the Support link in the Administration Tools and then selecting Restart Reset or by pressing the Control Button Follow the instructions below to reinstate the product factory default settings using the Control button 1 Switch off the AXIS 2100 by disconnecting the power cable 2 Press and hold the Control Button depressed and reconnect the power supply cable 3 Continue to keep the Control button depressed until the Status Indicator
19. wish to consider replacing the basic lens with a more sensitive lens Lower F number if the lighting condi tions within the installation area cannot be improved Open the Display Properties in your desktop and configure your display to show at least 65 000 colors i e at least 16 bit Note Using only 16 or 256 colors on your computer will produce dithering artifacts in the image If you are using Microsoft Internet Explorer ensure that ActiveX has not been disabled in the Internet Options menu Alternatively use the Java Applet for viewing images Note Ifyou still have a problem after reading this information please contact your reseller or check the FAQ on the Axis Website at www axis com 46 Updating the Software AXIS 2100 User s Guide Appendix B Updating the Software The AXIS 2100 camera software is stored in Flash memory This memory is provided by a silicon chip that just like any other ROM device retains data content even after power is removed Flash memory is unique because it allows its data to be erased and re written This means you can install software updates for your AXIS 2100 as they become available without having to replace any parts New software can be simply loaded into the AXIS 2100 over the network Obtaining Updated Software The latest version of the AXIS 2100 software is available free of charge from the Axis Website at www axis com or from your local distributor Upgrading the Software
20. 00 is compatible with most V 90 compliant modems Axis cannot undertake any responsibility for V IO modems that do not work with the product e When the AXIS 2100 is dialing out it will obviously not be possible to dial in to it If you configure an interval during which the camera will not be dialling out this will allow you to dial in and make any necessary changes etc Configuration All modem applications must initially be configured from a browser on a local computer If available you should always use an Ethernet network for this purpose even if the actual application will be using a modem If there is no network available you can instead use the supplied Null Modem Cable to create a direct connection to the AXIS 2100 from the computer This direct connection is only intended as an alternative for the initial configuration of the modem application when there is no network available The Null Modem Cable should not be used for any other purpose Note Once the Dial up modem connection has been created and the AXIS 2100 is physically con nected to the modem you will be able to dial up your AXIS 2100 in exactly the same way as you would your ISP with no further configuration Use the Installation and Application Wizards to establish the basic parameters for your application Advanced users can use the Administration Tools to refine the application after the basic configuration has been established using the Wizards Picture Frequency for
21. AXIS 2100 NETWORK CAMERA Live web images unleashed AXISA COMMUNICATIONS www axis com AXIS 2100 User s Guide Quick Network Installation Procedure Quick Network Installation Procedure Follow the instructions below to quickly install the AXIS 2100 on an Ethernet network If you do not have a network and intend to use a modem with your AXIS 2100 please refer to the UsingYour Camera with a Modem section of this User s Guide 1 Note the serial number found on the underside label of the AXIS 2100 The Ethernet address is the same as the serial number of the unit 2 Acquire a valid and unused IP address for the AXIS 2100 from your Network Administrator Assign the IP address using the ARP command as described below Windows 95 98 amp NT 2000 only Start a DOS window and type these commands Syntax arp s lt Server IP address gt lt Ethernet address gt lt my PC IP address gt ping t lt Server IP address gt Example arp s 72 21 1 200 00 40 8c 0 00 86 172 21 1 193 ping t 72 21 1 200 UNIX only Type these commands Syntax arp s lt IP address gt lt Ethernet address gt temp ping lt IP address gt Example arp esl7 22 7 el 200 0020s I0 00e6 Temp pine 727200 You will now see the message Request timed out repeatedly returned in the window 3 Connect your AXIS 2100 to the network and external power supply To verify that the address has been set and that communication is e
22. C CGI scripts 5 Compression 5 11 Configuring 35 Connectors 47 D Dial up Networking 29 Digital input 48 Digital output 48 E E mail 5 Ethernet 5 Ethernet address 23 ETRAX 100 54 F Factory Default Settings 40 Fast Ethernet 5 File sizes 11 Firewalls 52 Focus Assistant 32 AXIS 2100 User s Manual Index 55 Focus Mode 32 Focus Quality 32 H Home page 22 HTTP 5 l I O Connector 8 Internet address 43 J JPEG 5 L Lighting conditions 11 Linux 6 54 M Mounting assembly 9 N Network Address Translation 52 Network Connector 8 Network Indicator 8 Network indicator 44 Null Modem Cable 26 28 O Obtaining updated software 46 P performance 6 Power indicator 44 Power supply connector 8 PPP 6 problems 41 47 R Resolution 11 Routers 52 56 Index AXIS 2100 User s Manual RS232 connector 8 diagram 47 S Serial number 7 SMTP 5 Status Indicator 32 T technical specifications 54 triggering images 48 troubleshooting 41 47 W WinGate 53 X xDSL 52 57 AXIS 2100 User s Guide Glossary of Terms ActiveX A control or set of rules used by a browser ActiveX controls are often downloaded and installed automatically as required ARP Address Resolution Protocol A protocol for assigning an IP address to a physical device address that is recognized in the local network The ARP command can be used to set the IP address for your product ARTPEC Axis Real Time Pic
23. FTP server or an ISP AXIS 2100 User s Guide Troubleshooting 45 Symptoms A series of broad vertical white lines appears across the image Bad focus Noisy images Poor quality images No images available in your browser application Possible causes The CCD sensor becomes overloaded when the light is too bright This can happen e g with sunlight reflexes Focus has not been cor rectly adjusted No adaptor fitted with your C type lens Video images may be noisy if you are using the AXIS 2100 in a very low light environment The display properties are incorrectly configured for your desktop ActiveX disabled Remedial actions Direct exposure to extreme sunlight or halogen light may Cause serious damage to the CCD sensor Reposition your AXIS 2100 in a more shaded location immediately Note damage caused to the AXIS 2100 through over expo sure to direct sunlight or halogen light is not covered under the product warranty Referring to the on line help adjust the White Balance set ting and then try resetting the camera focus again using the Focus Assistant as described in Adjusting the Camera Focus on page 32 If you have previously replaced the supplied CS type lens you may have inadvertently installed a C type lens without first fitting the required adaptor See also page 34 To solve this problem you need more light The perfor mance of the camera is best in 100 3 000 lux You may
24. Go Favorites Connections Help AxisCamera e 2 aAa Zx pala f Back Foner Up Create Dial Cut Copy Paste Undo Address Dial Up Networking Dial Up Networking The Dial up Network afl connection Is displayed You are now ready to refine the Dial Up networking properties as described in the next section Make New Connection lt Back You have now successfully created your dedicated Dial Up Networking connection for your AXIS 2100 30 Using Your Camera with a Modem AXIS 2100 User s Guide Refining the Dial up Networking Properties Having created the Dial up connection for your AXIS 2100 follow the steps below to refine the connection properties Eom the Dial up Networking dialog right click the Click TCP IP settings and then dedicated Dial up connection previously created for you check the Server assigned IP address camera AxisCamera was the connection created used in and Server assigned name server this and previous examples Select Properties addresses radio buttons AxisCamera 21x TCP IP Settine General Server Types amp lt tinting Multilink cick the Server Types tab From Type of Dial Up Server PPP Internet Windows NT l l the drop down dialog select PPP as Advanced options F togentonewok the Type of Dial Up Server Server assigned nd C
25. IO Connector RS 232 Serial Connector Provides the physical interface to a digital output and a single digital photo coupled input that is used for connecting a variety of external alarm devices to the AXIS 2100 including IR sensors switches and alarm relays In combination with the config urable alarm facilities you can quickly develop a variety of security applications that are triggered on time or alarm based events The connector can also be utilized as an alternative connection point for DC supply to the unit Single 9 pin D sub connector providing the RS 232 serial interface dedicated for modem connection Note The power supply supplied with your AXIS 2100 is country specific Please check that the type of power supply you are using is correct See page 9 AXIS 2100 User s Guide Assembling Your Camera Assembling Your Camera The information provided in this section will help you unpack and assemble your product you are then ready to proceed with the installation and configuration of the product into your application environment as described in the following sections of this document Checking the Hardware Inventory Unpack and check all the items against the itemized list below You should contact your dealer immediately if you find anything is missing or damaged Hardware Model Variants Part Numbers Digital Camera AXIS 2100 0106 001 01 Null Modem Cable 16954 Mounting Assembly 15104 Power
26. Speciynamesey Check the Use IP header IV Enable software comp TF Require ener d piona il compression and Use default J Require data enc Cecondan DHG m in the Advanced options field NE gateway on a remote network Col He Tq i wed ne protoc r naei compression All other check boxes Becondeny wines F pxspx Compa Should remain unchecked a IV Use IP head r compression ox Crna 4 the Allowed network protocols field check the TCP IP check box NetBEUI and IPX SPX check boxes should remain unchecked Click the Scripting tab and ensure that the Start terminal screen minimized check box is checked Click OK to exit Dial Up Networking Properties AXIS 2100 User s Guide Using Your Camera with a Modem 3 Initiating the Dial up Connection Important Please ensure that the Null Modem Cable is correctly installed and that the relative connection proper ties are correctly configured prior to initiating a Dial up connection Step by step instructions on how to do this are provided on the preceding pages of this section Double click My Computer and then double click the Dial Up Networking dialog Double click the Dial Up connection icon that was previously created for your AXIS Status Dialing Cancel enter a Username and 2100 AxisCamera was used in this Ze ConnectTo Password using the default and previous examples E ao
27. Supply PS D Europe 14233 UK 14234 Australia 14255 USA 14253 Japan 14254 PS D Extension Cable 3 3 meter 15187 Printed Materials AXIS 2100 Installation Guide 1 0 17824 AXIS 2100 Warranty 17438 Media AXIS Network Camera CD 1 1 17944 Connecting the AXIS 2100 to a Mounting Assembly Caution lt When assembling your camera please note that the AXIS 2100 is specifically intended for indoor use only and that the _ charged coupled device CCD in the camera will become per manently damaged if the lens is exposed to too much direct sunlight or halogen light The Axis warranty does not cover CCD damage caused by prolonged exposure to strong light The mounting assembly supplied with your AXIS 2100 features a screw head that attaches to the underside of the product Fasten the AXIS 2100 to the mounting assembly and position it ona a your application three holes in the base unit allow the product to be securely fastened to any wall or ceiling Note Ifyou need to mount your camera upside down the AXIS 2100 can be easily configured to flip aa images through 80 Choosing Your Application AXIS 2100 User s Guide Choosing Your Application The AXIS 2100 can be used in a wide variety of applications Installing directly onto an Ethernet network or via a V 90 compatible modem the product is completely independent and requires no additional software on your viewing desktop Crisp live images are available dir
28. The lens rotates on a screw fitting and can be completely removed If you do need to remove the lens take care not to let any dust enter the lens or the camera window as this can adversely affect the quality of your live images e The unit is supplied with the lens set in approximate focus position with focus set to infinity The Focus Assistant The Status Indicator used in conjunction with the Focus Assistant provides an immediate visual display that will help you achieve a good basic level of focus at the point of camera installation This is particularly useful for remotely installed cameras where the distance between the AXIS 2100 and your viewing workstation is often considerable Focus Quality Once set to Focus Mode the Status Indicator displays the following colors that represent a predefined level of focus Color Level of Focus Focus Quality Red 0 60 Poor Yellow 60 80 Reasonable Green 80 100 Good Rotational Focus Control The lens provided with the AXIS 2100 has rotational focus control that allows the focal length of the lens to be adjusted manually The lens is used to establish the basic level of focus when the image is stable that is when there is little or no movement Rotate the lens clockwise for close focus or anti clockwise for distant focus You will probably find that the Status Indicator displays green indicating a good level of focus several times during the full traverse of the lens assembly
29. and uploaded to the ISP Choosing Your Application AXIS 2100 User s Guide Installation and Configuration Overview Configure the AXIS 2100 to upload images to an Internet Service Provider as follows Connect the AXIS 2100 to the network if available Otherwise use the supplied Null Modem Cable Install the camera as a modem For this and general information on the Dial up connection refer to Using Your Camera with a Modem on page 26 Create a dedicated Dial up connection Refine the Dial up parameters Initiate the Dial up connection Referring to Configuring Your Camera on page 35 open the Home Page in your browser and start the Installation Wizard Complete the Wizard to establish the standard Security Date and Time Image General Layout and Modem settings selecting modem as your chosen method of connection 7 Continue the configuration using the Application Wizard to define your preferred ISP and mode of operation choosing Sequential mode to upload an image sequence that is unlimited or restricted between specified time periods but independent of any alarm event 8 Disconnect the camera from the network or Null Modem Cable and connect it directly to your modem 9 Your application is now complete You should now verify the installation by remotely accessing the images now stored with your ISP N ea W pa pI Notes By configuring the AXIS 2100 to accept incoming calls you can at any time refine or amend th
30. d instructions if you are experienced with Windows Dial up Networking 1 Connect the camera to the Ethernet Network if available and use a browser to open the IP address you set for your AXIS 2100 Proceed to step 5 If no network is available use the Null Modem Cable and proceed to step 2 2 Set up an existing session to 115 200bps using the physical COM port to which you have connected your AXIS 2100 3 Logon with user ID voot and password pass the Phone Number and Modem Type you enter are irrelevant at log on and you should thus use dummy numbers for completing these dialogs AXIS 2100 User s Guide Using Your Camera with a Modem 27 4 Start your Dial up Networking session and enter any URL the AXIS 2100 emulates a DNS server and will respond to this regardless Start the Installation Wizard and Administration Tools to further configure the product as described in Configuring Your Camera on page 38 Using Your Camera with a Modem AXIS 2100 User s Guide Connecting Your Computer Using the Null Modem Cable Important e The information and screen examples shown in this section are from Windows NT Although similar to the Dial up implementations in Windows 95 98 and 2000 small differences in the dialog instructions for other operating systems should be expected Refer to your system information for further information on creating a Dial up modem connection if you are using any other operating syste
31. d when developing your application Available IP Addresses Ideally your ISP Internet Service Provider will provide you with several external static IP addresses in which case you can assign any one of these to your AXIS 2100 to make it fully accessible over the internet However if your service provider supplies you with only one IP number which is often the case this IP number is normally assigned to your PC leaving no connection available for your AXIS 2100 So what can you do if your ISP is unable to provide you with an additional IP number Fortunately there are a number of other options that you may like to consider including NAT Box Short for Network Address Translation NAT is an Internet standard that allows a local area network LAN to use one set of IP addresses for internal traffic and a second set of addresses for external traffic A NAT box located where your LAN meets the Internet will handle all of the necessary IP address translations and provides e Internal IP addresses that are unique to your network with no possibility of conflict with IP addresses used by other companies and organizations e The possibility of combining multiple ISDN connections into a single Internet connection e An effective firewall for hiding internal IP addresses NAT Feature in Windows 2000 Utilize the NAT feature in Windows 2000 to allow multiple Ethernet cards in your PC and you can then use one port for the internet and th
32. deo from any desktop browser on your network with no further configuration whatso ever Whether you are an advanced or novice user you should use the Wizards available from the camera s Home Page to configure your preferred application Advanced users can optionally use the Web based Administration Tools to refine their application once the basic configuration has been established using the Wizards AXIS 2100 User s Guide Choosing Your Application Picture frequency for Networking Applications When used in a TCP IP networking environment the AXIS 2100 delivers up to 10 images second where the actual image frequency is typically limited by e your Web browser computer e the image size e the lighting conditions at the point of installation e the available network bandwidth e complexity of detail and color variation within the image Image Compression Ratios The file size of a JPEG compressed image depends upon the actual content of the image Images containing a lot of detail will generate larger files Image quality is controlled by the level of compression high compression yields small files while low compression maintains higher image quality at the expense of larger files The table below contains average file sizes in kilobytes derived from real life tests Typical File Sizes kbytes At lowest At low At medium At high Resolution compression compression compression compression 640 x 480 250 kb 20 kb 13 kb 8
33. described in Adjusting the Camera Focus on page 32 Caution The AXIS 2100 Network Camera is intended for indoor use only Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or halogen light may damage the CCD The Axis warranty does not cover CCD damage caused by pro longed exposure to strong light 8 Physical Description AXIS 2100 User s Guide Rear Panel Power Indicator Network Indicator Network Connector The AXIS 2100 is designed for 10 Mbps Ethernet and 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet networks and connects to the network via a twisted pair category 5 cable lObaseT and 00baseTX terminated using a stan dard RJ 45 connector Supporting NWAY the AXIS 2100 detects the speed of the local network segment and varies the speed of data communica tion accordingly between 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps Normally lit when power is applied If it is not lit or it flashes there is a problem with the AXIS 2100 external power source After completion of the startup and self test routines this multi colored indicator flashes independently as follows e yellow activity on a OMbps network e green activity on a OOMbps network e red no physical connection to the network Power Supply Connector A single Jack socket PS D for connec tion of AXIS 2100 power supply The terminal block con nector provides an auxiliary connection point for AC or DC power to the unit l t
34. displays yellow note that this may take up to 30 seconds then release the Control Button The AXIS 2100 now restarts automatically and the Status Indicator displays green after approximately 5 seconds Your AXIS 2100 is now reset to its original factory default settings Notes Reinstating the original default settings will cause all parameters including the IP address to be reset Refer to Installing Your Camera on a Network on page 20 for information on how to set the camera s IP address AXIS 2100 User s Guide Troubleshooting 4l Appendix A Troubleshooting This appendix provides useful information on solving problems you might have with your AXIS 2100 Frequently Asked Questions Q Which modem should I select in the list on the Modem Settings page if mine is not listed A Generic Q Do I have to use one of the listed ISPs on the ISP Settings page A No You can make whatever settings you like for your own ISP You can use the name Generic for your own settings Q When should I use the Null Modem Cable A This cable is only intended as an alternative for configuring your camera when there is no network available Q Can I set up my camera to run as a PC cam on my computer A No The AXIS 2100 is a network camera for use only on Ethernet networks or with a modem Q Do I have to use the Wizards whenever I want to make changes A No Everything which is configured in the Wizards can also b
35. e product configuration remotely via a Dial up connection or locally either from the Ethernet network or via a computer connected via the supplied Null Modem Cable e You can refine your application using the Web based Administration Tools Uploading Pre Post Alarm Images to Your Internet Service Provider Perfect as a remote imaging and light surveillance tool the AXIS 2100 can not only transmit live video streams over a standard Dial up connection but can also be connected to a wide variety of standard external alarm devices It can be quickly configured for uploading single images or pre post alarm image sequences to a Public or Private ISP when a time or alarm based event occurs Using the available Wizards you set the times and the frequency at which images are taken and uploaded to your ISP You can also arrange for e mail alerts containing the alarm image buffer and a link to the camera AXIS 2100 User s Guide Choosing Your Application 19 Installation and Configuration Overview Configure the AXIS 2100 to upload images to an Internet Service Provider in Alarm Mode as follows Connect the AXIS 2100 to the network if available Otherwise use the supplied Null Modem Cable 2 Install the camera as a modem For this and general information on the Dial up connection refer to Using Your Camera with a Modem on page 26 3 Refine the Dial up parameters 4 Initiate the Dial up connection 5 Referring to Configurin
36. e AXIS 2100 is pre configured with a unique Ethernet Address based upon the serial number printed on the label on the underside of the unit where the serial number typically fol lows the format 00 40 8c xx yy zz You must know the Ethernet address to complete the installation Method AXIS IP Installer BOOTP Requiring a BOOTP daemon on your system this method operates over the entire network A request to an active daemon initiates a search of the boot table to find an entry matching the unit s Ethernet address The daemon downloads the IP address to the device if a match is found Operating Systems Refer to Windows 95 98 and Using the AXIS IP Installer on page 24 NT 2000 UNIX Using BOOTP in UNIX on page 25 24 Installing Your Camera on a Network AXIS 2100 User s Guide Using the AXIS IP Installer AXIS IP Installer is a Windows 95 98 amp NT 2000 program that is ideal for setting the IP addresses for multiple Axis networking products on your network Also allowing you to conveniently access the home Web page of any Axis ThinServer device connected to your network this freely distributed software is available for download from Axis Website at http www axis com Installing the AXIS IP Installer 1 Download the latest AXIS IP Installer software onto your desktop and run the Setup_IPInstaller exe program to start the installation 2 The AXIS IP Installer Setup dialog is displayed on the screen
37. e configured individually from the links on the left hand side of the Administration Tools page Q What are the ftp path the ftp host name and ftp user name A If you are uploading your images to an ftp server the fip path is the location of the directory on the remote fip server where you will be saving your images the fip host is the name or IP address of the fip server and the ftp user name is the identity you use for logging in to the ftp server 42 Troubleshooting AXIS 2100 User s Guide PINGing Your IP Address By sending a packet to the specified address and waiting for a reply the PING utility can determine whether a specific IP address is accessible It also provides a particularly useful method for confirming addressing conflicts with your AXIS 2100 on the network Follow the instructions below in association with Problems Possible Causes and Remedial Actions on page 43 and run the PING utility to troubleshoot TCP IP problems on your network 1 Disconnect your AXIS 2100 from the network 2 Start a DOS window 3 Type ping x x x x where x x x x is the IP address of the AXIS 2100 The subsequent replies as shown in the table below will provide an explanation as to the cause of the problem PING Reply Interpretation and recommendation bytes 32 time 2 ms The IP address is already used and cannot be used again You must obtain a new IP address destination host unreachable The AXIS 2100 is not accessible wi
38. e other for your internal network With this solution you can let your AXIS 2100 upload image streams to an external Web server that is maintained and located with your ISP Note For further details on Network Address Translation see also RFC 1631 aa Routers and Firewalls Another ideal solution is to use one of several small routers firewalls currently available on the market This provide the necessary NAT functionality and allow complete independence for your PC which can be switched off or rebooted without effecting the image transmission from your AXIS 2100 AXIS 2100 User s Guide High Speed Services 53 WinGate Server Software Running on a single Windows 95 98 2000 or NT computer this software allows multiple users simultaneous access to the Internet through a single modem ISDN or high speed line such as xDSL or cable modem connection and effectively shares a single Internet connection with almost any type of client computer running TCP IP For more advanced users the WinGate 3 0 Standard and Pro versions also allow the administrator to change the IP bindings so that external requests may be routed specifically to your AXIS 2100 running behind the WinGate software 54 Technical Specifications AXIS 2100 User s Guide Appendix E Technical Specifications System Requirements TCP IP on Windows 95 98 NT and 2000 as well as Linux UNIX Mac and several others Microsoft Internet Explorer 4 x or higher
39. eb sites on both large corporate networks and SOHO Small Office Home Office applications where a small network is installed and maintained this application uploads images to a designated FTP server on your network and is perfect for applications where a large audience is expected a AXIS 2100 ae ECEE cee eid ae Web Browser LAN WAN Intranet Network Web Browser Simply install the AXIS 2100 directly on your local Ethernet network and complete the Installation and Application Wizards to develop an active application that will upload images to a designated FTP server as a sequential stream that is unlimited or restricted to specified time periods You can organize the times and the frequency at which images are taken and uploaded to the target FTP server You can also decide to send images sequentially via e mail messages Installation and Configuration Overview Configure the AXIS 2100 to actively upload images to an FTP server as follows Connect the AXIS 2100 to your local network Refer to Installing Your Camera on a Network on page 20 2 Open the Home Page in your browser and start the Installation Wizard Complete the Wizard to establish the standard Security Date and Time Image General Layout and TCP IP Network settings selecting network as your chosen method of connection in the Modem or Network dialog Refer to Configuring Your Camera on page 35 3 Continue the configuration of your product us
40. ectly within your preferred browser as soon as the product is installed and your application can be further developed using the camera s easy to use Wizards or Administration Tools Not to be regarded as a comprehensive catalog of possible applications this section describes several typical applications and includes reference information that will help you prepare for the installation and configuration of the unit Networking Applications If you have access to a local Ethernet connection at your chosen point of installation you only need to plug the AXIS 2100 onto your LAN WAN and set the IP Address to instantly view the images from any desktop on your network However the AXIS 2100 offers more than just access to live video images By using the available Wizards to guide you through the process you can configure the camera for any number of exciting applications including e Viewing images in a custom designed Web page e Uploading images to a remote FTP server on a LAN WAN network to accommodate a large viewing audience where a high volume of Web page hits is anticipated e Connecting an external alarm device to the AXIS 2100 and uploading pre and or post alarm images to a target FTP server when an alarm or time based event occurs and optionally send ing e mail messages containing a single image and a link to the camera Note Once the AXIS 2100 is physically connected and installed on your network you can then access live vi
41. enable the updating of images in Microsoft Internet Explorer you set your browser to allow ActiveX controls and perform a once only installation of Axis Activex component onto your workstation How ever if your computer environment restricts or prohibits the installation of additional software compo nents you can alternatively set your AXIS 2100 to use a Java applet for updating the images This is done from Image settings 2 Continue the setup process and configure your own application using the Installation Wizard or Administration Tools as described in Configuring Your Camera on page 38 AXIS 2100 User s Guide Important Installing Your Camera on a Network 23 When accessing the Administrator Tools for the first time during a browser session you will not be prompted for your username and password You will be assumed to be the Administrator and will be automatically logged on as such using the username root and the default password pass This root pass word must however be changed as soon as possible to enable the security function Furthermore all Axis products are shipped with the same password as default For further information refer to System Security on page 39 Alternative Methods of Assigning the IP Address In addition to the ARP command described earlier you can set the IP address using an appropriate method for your operating system from the table below Important Ethernet Address Th
42. etection bank security child protection process control industrial and public surveillance visual security image archiving or any other application requiring remote monitoring Designed using an open network structure the AXIS 2100 minimizes the need for costly and complex coaxial cabling to press your installation overhead and provide you with an advanced yet cost effective network imaging solution None of the hidden accessories normally associated with digital cameras are required AXIS 2100 User s Guide Overview 5 Features and Benefits Easy to Use The AXIS 2100 is completely independent of any other server and requires no other special hardware or software such as PC frame grabber cards or viewing software All you need is Netscape Navigator 4 x or above Alternatively you can use the Axis ActiveX component for Microsoft Internet Explorer 4 x or above If your computer does not allow you to use ActiveX components use the Java Applet instead The AXIS 2100 has complete plug and picture functionality all you need do is assign a valid IP address Simple Installation Connecting directly to Ethernet or Fast Ethernet networks the AXIS 2100 is a standalone digital camera that will also connect to your local Internet Service Provider using an external modem Its Web based interface features several user sensitive Wizards that simplify the installation process and provide for a seamless and automated integration into your networ
43. ettings General Focus TCP IP SMTP General ISP Date amp Time Users Sub settings Selection Scheduler Upload General Description Configuring Your Camera 39 Description Define image attributes appearance tuning headers default viewer etc Enable the Focus Assistant and use it to focus the camera Configure the TCP IP network Make settings for SMTP E mail Configure the general communication settings for the modem Make the settings for the connection to your Internet Service Provider Set the Date and Time in the camera Add and delete users and change passwords and authorizations Description Choose to run your AXIS 2100 in Sequential Alarm or passive Mode Set the times for recording images Make the settings for how images are uploaded Determine the Layout for the Web page in which your images will appear customize the page to your own design and include your own logos links and title texts and enable or disable specific function buttons The Installation Wizard guides you through the settings for Security users and passwords Date and Time Images The Focus Assistant and the settings for Network or Modem connection These settings can also be made individually in the tools described above The Application Wizard helps you set up applications for uploading images to a designated destination Using this Wizard you can configure images to upload continuously or only when an event occurs con
44. figure the alarm buffer set the image frequency set the times for uploading images send the images to an ftp server or via e mail etc Description General help view the Release Notes view the Parameters and Log File etc From here you can also restart the unit and or reinstate the default factory settings should this become necessary Opens the on line help function Links directly to the Home Page of your application System Security To prevent any unauthorized use of the AXIS 2100 the AXIS 2100 supports multi user password protection and access is strictly restricted to defined users only The system Administrator s has exclusive access to the camera s Administration Tools and can determine the registration and access rights for all users 40 Configuring Your Camera AXIS 2100 User s Guide User Access Rights As an Administrator click System and then Users to perform any of the following tasks e define or edit the administrator root password e define add and delete user names and passwords e assign individual access rights to a selected user where each user is given one or all of the follow ing levels of access Admin a user granted Admin rights has exclusive access to the cameras Administration Tools and can consequently determine the registration of all users Dial in provides the user with dial in modem access to the AXIS 2100 only View provides the lowest level of access which allows the user
45. g Your Camera on page 35 open the Home Page in your browser and start the Installation Wizard Complete the Wizard to establish the standard Security Date and Time Image General Layout and Modem settings selecting modem as your chosen method of connection 6 Continue the configuration using the Application Wizard to define your preferred ISP and mode of operation choosing Alarm Mode to upload single images or pre post alarm image sequences when a defined alarm or time based event occurs 7 Disconnect the camera from the network or Null Modem Cable and connect it directly to your modem 8 Your application is now complete You should now verify the configuration by triggering the defined alarm event and then viewing the resultant images uploaded to your ISP Notes By configuring the AXIS 2100 to accept incoming calls you can at any time refine or amend the product configuration remotely via a Dial up connection or locally either from the Ethernet network or via a computer connected via the supplied Null Modem Cable e You can refine your application using Web based Administration Tools 20 Installing Your Camera on a Network AXIS 2100 User s Guide Installing Your Camera on a Network Important To install the AXIS 2100 to a modem see Using Your Camera with a Modem on page 26 Quick Installation Procedure Follow the instructions below to quickly install the AXIS 2100 onto an Ethernet net
46. ing entry to your boot table This is typically done using the file etc bootptab lt host name gt ht lt hardware type gt vm lt vendor magic gt ha lt hardware address gt ip lt IP address gt sm lt subnet mask gt gw lt gateway field gt where ht ether vm rfcl048 ha The Ethernet address of the AXIS 2100 ip he IP address of the AXIS 2100 sm he subnet mask gw he default router address Example mycam ht ether vm rfc 1048 ha 00408c 100086 ip 172 21 1 200 sm 255 255 255 0 gw 172 21 1 1 2 If necessary update your host table and alias name databases according to the requirements of your system 3 Ifitis notalready running start the BOOTP daemon This is typically done using the command bootpd 4 Restart the AXIS 2100 to download the IP address default router address and subnet mask Mapping a Host Name to the IP Address If you are using host names you can also map a unique host name to the acquired IP address Refer to your system manuals or Network Administrator for instructions on how to perform the name mapping on your particular system 26 Please note that the Null Modem Cable is only intended for the initial configuration of modem applica Using Your Camera with a Modem AXIS 2100 User s Guide Using Your Camera with a Modem The information in this section describes how to set up the AXIS 2100 for use with a serial modem for transmitting images over a standard Dial u
47. ing the Application Wizard to define the target FTP server and your preferred mode of operation choosing Sequential mode to create your active application 4 Having completed the Wizard you should now verify the configuration by accessing the images stored on the FTP sever from your browser Note You can refine your application using the Web based Administration Tools aa Choosing Your Application AXIS 2100 User s Guide Uploading Pre and or Post Alarm Images to a Remote FTP server The AXIS 2100 is an ideal solution for light indoor surveillance applications By connecting your chosen external alarm devices to the I O connector you can quickly configure the product to upload single images or pre post alarm image sequences to an FTP server when a time or alarm input based event occurs Using the available Wizards you organize the times and frequency at which images are taken and uploaded to the target FTP server You can optionally arrange to send the whole alarm buffer via e mail Installation and Configuration Overview You configure the AXIS 2100 to upload Pre and or Post Alarm images as follows Connect the AXIS 2100 to your local network Refer to Installing Your Camera on a Network on page 20 2 Open the Home Page in your browser and start the Installation Wizard Complete the Wizard to establish the standard Security Date and Time Image General Layout and TCP IP Network settings selecting network as your chosen
48. k you must first set the Internet address as described in Installing Your Camera on a Network on page 20 e Check your Internet Options Security settings and ensure that scripting is enabled Javascript must be enabled in your browser for the AXIS 2100 Web based interface to work effectively The AXIS 2100 is configured and integrated into your application environment using the available Wizards or the Web based Administration Tools This section provides detailed information on how to use the Installation and Application Wizards for creating your application and a general overview of the supported Administration Tools used for refining the product configuration for use in your application environment Important On line help al is available from most pages within the AXIS 2100 Web interface Containing com prehensive details on all product parameters this information is your first point of reference when configuring and managing the unit and is a particularly useful reference when resolving any adminis tration queries The help system is stored internally in the AXIS 2100 e When accessing the Administrator Tools for the first time during a browser session you will not be prompted for your username and password You will be assumed to be the Administrator and will be automatically logged on as such using the username root and the default password pass Please change the the root password as soon as possible as
49. king and application environments Open Standards Environment Supporting TCP IP SMTP e mail HTTP and other protocols the AXIS 2100 can be used in mixed environments such as Windows UNIX Macintosh and OS 2 Integrates easily into other WWW Intranet applications and CGI scripts Simple Administration Configuration and management via the product s own Web based Administration Tools Image control time stamping and text overlays are all accessible from the tools Standard Image Format The AXIS 2100 delivers complete high quality pictures in standard JPEG format which can be viewed using any standard browser High Compression and Sensitivity The fully configurable compression features afforded by the AXIS ARTPEC chip allow a normal quality image to be compressed to around 8 kbytes Actual file sizes vary according to lighting conditions although the product works well even in dark environments right down to 3 lux Standard Lens Standard CS wide angle lens with rotational focus control A C lens can also be used together with a CS C adaptor Any other lens conforming to the same standard can also be used External Device Connection Can be used with IR sensors switches and alarm relays 6 Overview AXIS 2100 User s Guide ISP and Modem The Point to Point Protocol PPP support allows you to use your AXIS 2100 remotely over a serial link just as if it were located on your local network Initially setting up the
50. l network connection is unavailable at the point of installation connect your PC to this connector using the supplied Null Modem Cable to initially configure your product The Physical Connector A single 9 pin D sub connector provides the physical connection for the RS232 serial interface of the AXIS 2100 This connector is dedicated for use with an external modem and is suitable for speeds up to 115kbps A diagram of the RS232 connector s pinout information is shown below Pin Function CD Carrier Detect RXD Receive Data A view of the RS232 Serial Port from the rear of the AXIS 2100 TXD Transmit Data DTR Data Terminal Ready GND Ground 9 DSR Data Signal Ready RTS Return To Send CTS Clear To Send RI Ring Indicator O ON OA FP O N AXIS 2100 User s Guide The Unit Connectors 47 48 The Unit Connectors AXIS 2100 User s Guide The IO Connector A 4 pole connector is provided for auxiliary IO connections to the AXIS 2100 Physical Connector The IO connector provides the interface to a single digital output and a single digital input A diagram for the connector complete with a pinout table is provided below Pin Function 1 Common Ground 2 Positive Connection for DC Power Input or Output Electrically in parallel with the derived DC power for the unit this pin may be used as a power input or output As a power input it can be used for remote applications to supply the AXIS 2100 via an
51. ler in your area for more information Note Although the lens supplied with your camera can be replaced with any CS type lens a C type lens must first be fitted with an adaptor for it to work with your AXIS 2100 This adaptor effec tively moves the lens 5mm farther from the camera Follow the instructions below to replace the supplied lens with any C or CS type lens 1 Unscrew the AXIS 2100 lens 2 C lens only Attach the new lens to a CS C Adapter 3 Screw the new lens onto the AXIS 2100 If applicable adjust the iris according to the prevailing light conditions wa 4 Referring to Focusing the Camera Under Stable Conditions on page 33 adjust aN the camera focus KO Ne GY we gt 5 Reload your Web browser and check the results from the cameras Home Page reer rr New lens AXIS 2100 User s Guide Configuring Your Camera 35 Configuring Your Camera Important e Before configuring the camera it must have been successfully installed It is assumed that you have decided which application you wish to develop and that you have subsequently installed your cam era prior to commencing with this section If not please refer to Choosing Your Application on page O and the respective sections for your installation Installing Your Camera on a Network on page 20 or Using Your Camera with a Modem on page 26 Prior to accessing the Installation Wizard or Administration Tools over a networ
52. m Windows Dial up Networking and TCP IP must be correctly installed prior to commencing with the modem cable connection Detailed information on how to check this is provided in the Microsoft Windows Help Follow the steps below to configure a serial modem connection for your AXIS 2120 Modems Properties x connect the supplied Null Modem Cable between the COM port on the AXIS 2100 and the serial port on your computer General Diagnostics From the Start menu open the Control Panel and double B The following modems are set up on this computer click the Modems icon connect the power supply to iF a Standard Modem is already set up the camera and check that the and displayed in the Modem Properties Add Remove Properties Power Indicator is lit dialog see right you should proceed ng preferences d i rectly to step 8 jaling from New Location cick Dialing Properties to modify how your calls are ialed E Diaing Properties Windows will now try to detect your modem Before continuing you should 1 If the modem is attached to your 8 C h eC k th e b Ox Cancel computer make sure it is turned on 2 Gutsy pogansthatmabewngy Dont detect my modem will modem i select it from a list Click Next gt Click Nest when you are ready to continue M Dont detect my modem will selec ona list You have selected the following modem Oselect
53. modems WAN Wide Area Network Similar to a LAN but on a larger geographical scale Web server A program on a computer that delivers the resources usually web pages requested by the web user the client Wizard A program designed specifically to guide the user through a procedure Typically used for installations and configurations
54. o thank Paul Phillips who wrote Boa and Larry Doolittle who is now enhancing and maintaining this free software published at www boa org AXIS Technology Axis renowned chipset technology is built upon an open architechture that is streamlined to provide device connectivity independent of any file server The AXIS 2100 is driven by a powerful AXIS ETRAX 32 bit RISC processor and includes the industry s first dedicated digital video remote monitoring compression chip the AXIS ARTPEC 1 Compression and Performance With an adaptive frame rate dependent on the prevailing lighting conditions the AXIS 2100 delivers Motion JPEG images at up to 10 images per second as well as single JPEG images that feature user defined compression levels See also Picture frequency for Networking Applications on page 11 Complimentary Software e AXIS IP Installer for quick installation of multiple units e AXIS Camera Control Axis ActiveX component software required for Microsoft Internet Explorer e Java Applet for use with Internet Explorer when ActiveX cannot be used AXIS 2100 User s Guide Physical Description 7 Physical Description Read the following information to familiarize yourself with the AXIS 2100 making particular note of where the connectors and indicators are located This information provides a useful reference during the installation of the product Front Panel Status Indicator Used in conjunc
55. on environment you now turn the lens six full turns in the anticlockwise direction Unless you want to replace the lens it should not be unscrewed more than 1 0mm apart from the Fixed Lens Assembly see illustration above right 5 Finally turn the lens slowly clockwise until the Status Indicator displays Green that is until a Good level of focus is achieved 34 Adjusting the Camera Focus AXIS 2100 User s Guide Notes A Good level of focus is normally attainable throughout several planes within the camera s focus ing spectrum e The Status Indicator displays Green to indicate a Good level of focus at 80 of optimum focus e Since optimum focusing is dependent on the camera s field of view it Is important to scan the focusing plane from the closest to furthest perspectives before attempting any fine tuning 6 Return to your browser application and review the picture quality Repeat step 5 only if you consider the focal distance as too distant until you are satisfied with both the focal distance and focus quality 7 To exit the Focus Assistant press and hold the Control button until the Status Indicator flashes Yellow The Status Indicator displays Green when the Focus Assistant is closed Replacing the Lens Because the AXIS 2100 is designed with a CS mount the lens supplied with your camera can be replaced with any standard CS or C lens typically used in the security CCTV industry Contact a security CCTYV resel
56. orrect modem dial up settings Incorrect use of the cable Faulty power supply Faulty cabling Hardware failure Firewall protection Default routers required The Internet site is too heavily loaded Requests for images of varying size and resolu tion place a greater demand on the available file space within the AXIS 2100 Remedial actions Access the camera via the network or the null modem cable and check the settings Check all cables and ensure that the phone line is working Check the modem Check the settings especially the ports and the communi cation speed The null modem cable is not intended for use as a serial connection for the AXIS 2100 i e it cannot be used to run the AXIS 2100 as a PC camera Verify that you are using an AXIS PS D power supply 1 To verify that the cables are functional PING the address of a known unit on your network 2 If the cabling is OK and your network is reachable you should receive a reply similar to this 2 OVYuCeSs 32 rama 2 me Contact your Axis dealer Check the Internet firewall with your system administrator Check if you need to configure the default router settings Configure the AXIS 2100 to upload your video images to an FTP server or an ISP Ensure that all the clients accessing the images are using the same image resolution and compression For large numbers of clients configure the AXIS 2100 to upload your images to an
57. p connection Before You Begin Before you can set up and access a modem connected AXIS 2100 from a Web browser you must first create a local connection to it This connection is only required for the initial set up and can be created using the network or the supplied Null Modem Cable Using the Network The easiest and best way to configure the camera for use with a modem is to first install it onto a local network if there is one available See Installing Your Camera on a Network on page 20 for more information You can then use the Wizards and Administration tools to configure the modem connection and the application Using the Null Modem Cable When there is no network available the alternative is to connect a local computer to the AXIS 2100 using the supplied Null Modem Cable You then create a Dial up connection and establish the basic settings using the Wizards and Administration Tools See the following pages for more information This type of connection is only a temporary solution that provides initial access to the camera Once you have set up the camera for modem access then all configuration can be done via the modem connection instead and you will not need to use the cable again Important tions when there is no Ethernet Network available It is not possible to use the cable as a serial connec tion for using the AXIS 2100 as a PC camera Quick Start For Advanced Users Follow these abbreviate
58. r s Guide Installing Your Camera on a Network 21 Connect an Ethernet cable Connect an Ethernet cable to your AXIS 2100 and attach it to the network Attach the external Power Supply Attach the external Power Supply to the unit and connect it to your local mains supply Wait for ARP reply and check Network indicator Approximately 10 15 seconds after connecting the power supply the message Reply from 172 21 1 200 or similar is returned in the window Ensure that the Power Indicator is permanently lit and that the Network Indicator flashes intermittently Network Indicator Power Indicator Exit ping and check the installation The installation is now complete and you are ready to access the AXIS 2100 from your Web browser as described in the next section 22 Installing Your Camera on a Network AXIS 2100 User s Guide Verifying the Installation From Your Browser Having completed the installation procedure above you should then verify the connection between the AXIS 2100 and the network as follows 1 Start your Web browser see note below and enter the name or IP address of your camera in the Location Address field Example http 1 72 21 1 200 The Home Page for your AXIS 2100 is now displayed Live web imaging unleashed EP nri or A cere P Aree Poste k bare m ADE AXIS a EFERHSHETIPH Important To
59. ral corporate information from www axis com AXIS 2100 User s Guide Revision 1 1 Part No 18304 Dated December 2000 Copyright Axis Communications AB 1996 2000 AXIS 2100 User s Guide Table of Contents 3 Table of Contents NOPVO 6 r cron 2g a6 A anya EE E EE E ane NA oO ends 4 Features and BENGIS aaiae eden hes heen a p aa the A E heed A AE A a a 5 Physical DGS IDUON as asenno e tou anenee E Ea E e EA AEE 7 PRONE E WIE tact EE te asd eo E Ree E E E ee ee ee 7 Bera o ee ee ee ee ee eee ee ee ee ee eee ee eee 8 Assembling Your Camera 2 cece ccc eee eee eee teen eee e een e ee eees 9 Checking ine Hardware IVO acs iteeheentecueenedescearh eee banueaer ee 4 9 Connecting ine AXIS A100 to a Mounting FSSCIMONW we riers rrd ia rritar E eee 9 Choosing Your Application seese 0 0 eee eet EER S 10 INEEWORANe FP OPICAIONS 220 d aut iaa aa a a a E a eee eee ese A a lO MOGESMi 7 DONICHHONS cu geneee ateue ae EE TEE EEE E EEEE 5 Installing Your Camera on a Network 0 eee ee tee eee eee eneo 20 Quick Installation Procedure aaan a ene eee n dees 20 Verifying the Installation From Your Browser saaa aana ZZ Alternative Methods of Assigning the IP Address 00 0 ccc ees 23 Using Your Camera with aModem 2 cece eee eee e eens 26 Pelle OU BOON ain era e e aca wen ketene cae O ot ote eeabe a epee 26 Adjusting the Camera Focus 0 ccc eee eee cent nee e teens 32 TS FOCUS PSS ar E tbe tee
60. s this typical application represents the most basic form of network camera configuration It is ideally suited for occasionally visited sites on both large corporate networks and SOHO Small Office Home Office applications where a small network is installed and maintained If you anticipate a larger audience for your images you should consider configuring your product to upload images to an FTP server on your network as described in Seguentially Uploading Images to a Remote FTP Server on page 13 Installation and Configuration Overview Configure your AXIS 2100 for viewing images over a network as follows Connect the AXIS 2100 to your local network Refer to Installing Your Camera on a Network on page 20 2 Open the Home Page in your browser and start the Installation Wizard Complete the Wizard to establish the standard Security Date and Time Image General Layout and TCP IP Network settings selecting network as your chosen method of connection in the Modem or Network dialog Refer to Configuring Your Camera on page 35 3 Your application is now complete Having completed the Wizard you should now verify the installation by checking that you have full access to both the images and the camera s Web pages in your browser Note You can refine your application using the Web based Administration Tools AXIS 2100 User s Guide Choosing Your Application 13 Sequentially Uploading Images to a Remote FTP Server Ideal for busy W
61. stablished ping the unit once again with the new IP address the host then returns Reply from 172 21 1 200 or similar 4 To access the AXIS 2100 Home Page start the Web browser and enter the IP address in the location address field Syntax http lt IP address gt Example G lees eee 5 With reference to the on line help start the Installation Wizard and configure your application Note If you are installing many units on to your network please refer to the AXIS IP Installer informa tion under the section Installing Your Camera on a Network in this User s Guide AXIS 2100 Network Camera User s Guide AXIS 2100 User s Guide Liability About This Document This document is intended for administrators and users of the AXIS 2100 Network Camera and is applicable for software release 2 03 Although many of the operational aspects of the product are described in the on line help this guide does contain information for configuring managing and using the unit in your networking environment as well as a general overview of the product functionality Readers are recommended to use this document as a supplement to the Wizards and other online information available via the Web based interface Later versions of this document will be posted to the Axis Website as required Safety Notices Please observe all safety markings when using this product Caution Potential hazard that can damage the prod
62. t any inaccuracies or omissions please inform your local Axis office Axis Communications AB cannot be held responsible for any technical or typographical errors and reserves the right to make changes to the product and manuals without prior notice Axis Communications AB makes no warranty of any kind with regard to the material contained within this document including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Axis Communications AB shall not be liable nor responsible for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material Trademark Acknowledgments Acrobat Adobe Boa Ethernet IBM Internet Explorer LAN Manager Linux Macintosh Microsoft Netscape Navigator OS 2 UNIX Windows WWW are registered trademarks of the respective holders Java and all Java based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems Inc in the United States and other countries Axis Communications AB is independent of Sun Microsystems Inc Support Services Should you require any technical assistance please contact your local dealer If your questions cannot be answered immediately your dealer will forward your queries through the appropriate channels to ensure you a rapid response If you are connected to the Internet you can obtain on line manuals technical support software updates application software and gene
63. the Standard 28800 Standard 28600 bps Modem modem from the displayed list of modems Click Next gt Select the port to use with this modem Communications Port COM1 Printer Port LPT 1 Younodembssbeenstvesy EY A Standard 28800 Select the serial port If you want to change these sett MOdem connection is now to which your AXIS 2100 the Modems icon in Control Pane modem and click Properties available for the AXIS is now connected via the 2100 Click Finish to close Null Modem cable _____ __ the Install New Modem lt Back Cancel Wizard Click the Properties button to finally check that the displayed Communications Port is set correctly that is set to the same port as you have connected the AXIS 2100 Click OK 10 Click Close AXIS 2100 User s Guide Using Your Camera with a Modem 29 Creating a Dial up Networking Connection Follow the steps below to create a dedicated Dial up networking connection to your AXIS 2100 Doubie clickMy Computer and Mae HEaTE z ARE Cw LOnnection then double click the Pale El ial ino i z eee ppe aname for the computer you are dialing Dial Up Networking icon double click he Make Typ puter y g a a apt or Anis Camera E Diao Newong _ New Connection icon I B og elect a device E A Make New Provide the connec
64. the first time in a Web browser session you will not be prompted for a username or password However to enable the security function you must change the default password pass as soon as possible Log on as root with the default password and then change the password Io complete the operation close your browser and then reopen tt Configuring Your Camera AXIS 2100 User s Guide 3 The Administration Tools are now presented as links in the margin of the Administration Page Simply click the relevant link for the parameters you want to configure As an Administrator you configure and modify the system directly from this page Administration Tools Eder intl selling uo ibe A 2100 sath the mesdeble Aipda you use thee Sanii O Mebbis d Annana Tooke ir Cenfigeitig and maraging yout AE 20 k baie b Hethenk ick ihe birder n the ief hored mern io negate yoy wap mogi the Ajon mraji Modem Tie aad Oaraey Sonfkjere add aa the pd in pour Wed bee t Syriam Hote Cnersicna vlormatas fer eah sented ian te mapis lra he ori Applica daki e Uparation E i ayocar Wrin amp iallan Appi stan e Suppi Hke Harma CE T E E EIP kia AXIS 2100 User s Guide Tools Overview The table below provides an overview of the Administration Tools Settings Image Network Modem System Applications Operation Layout Wizards Installation Wizard Application Wizard Support amp Help Support Help Home Sub s
65. thin your subnet You must obtain a new IP address request timed out This IP address is not used by anyone and is available for use with your AXIS 2100 AXIS 2100 User s Guide Troubleshooting 43 Problems Possible Causes and Remedial Actions Symptoms Possible causes The AXIS 2100 cannotbe The IP address is already accessed from a browser used by another device The IP address is located on a different subnet In Windows 95 the ARP table was empty when you tried to set the IP address Possible problem with your proxy server Other networking prob lems Remedial actions 1 Disconnect your AXIS 2100 from the network 2 Run the PING utility as described in PINGing Your IP Address on page 42 and follow the appropriate recommendations Note The assigned IP number can be assumed valid if the PING utility returns request timed out in which case you should set the IP address again power on the AXIS 2100 and then try accessing the unit again Run the PING utility as described in PINGing Your IP Address on page 42 If the utility returns no response or similar the diagnosis is probably correct you should then proceed as follows In Windows 95 98 or Windows NT 2000 check that the IP address for your AXIS 2100 is on the same subnet as your workstation 1 Click Start Settings Control Panel and Network 2 Specify the TCP IP adapter and click on Properties In Properties
66. tion i ial Up l l Networking with a name AxisCamera is Standard 28800 bps Modem E P the name used in the S subsequent examples Standard 28800 bps Modem Properties ki 2 O From the drop down list select the Standard Modem Sas previously created for the ene nar W Oro significantly AXIS 2100 as the selected Next gt Cancel General Connection Options improve the Pate Communications Por performance of your Ort OMMURICAIONS For i i AXIS 2100 when using Speaker valme 4 S the Null Modem cable Make New Connection X i a set the Maximum Speed P Type the phone number for the computer you want to call device Click Configure to 15200 Area code Telephone number Maximum speed or 23 fi231 23 l Tso m County code Click OK to return to the speed a Lip f America 1 z Make New Connection Dialog The telephone numbers requested in the following dialog are not required for use in the logical connection to your camera To bypass the wizard error correction simply enter any dummy number into the Back TE Ga eee Area code Telephone number and Country code fields Click Next gt Click Finish to save it in your Dial Up Networking folder Double click it to connect F Dial Up Networking oO x To edit this connection later click it click and then click Properties File Edit View
67. tion with the Focus Assistant this multi colored indicator can be configured for use as a local focusing aid for further details please refer to Adjusting the Camera Focus on page 32 Under normal conditions however this indicator shows the operational status of the camera as described below e green the indicator flashes briefly and momentarily displays orange during the start up and self test routines The indicator then displays green to indicate a healthy unit status e red the indicator will display red only if a problem with the AXIS 2100 has occurred Refer to Appendix A Troubleshooting Note The Status indicator also displays orange when re setting to the factory default settings as described in Reinstating the Factory Default Settings on page 40 Lens Assembly Serial Number Includes a wide angle lens with rotational focus control Located on the underside label of the AXIS 2100 the serial number is identical to the Ethernet address of the unit www axis com The supplied lens is removable and can be replaced with any standard C CS lens Control Button Located to the left of the lens assembly this button is recessed within the product casing Using a suitably pointed object press this button to restore the factory default settings as described in Reinstating the Factory Default Settings on page 40 or enable the Focus Assistant as
68. to your modem 8 Your application is now complete You should now verify the installation by remotely accessing the AXIS 2100 Web pages from your browser via the connected modem EA Ga ga I D D Notes By configuring the AXIS 2100 to accept incoming calls you can at any time refine or amend the product configuration via a remote Dial up connection or local computer connected via the supplied Null Modem Cable e You can refine your application using the Web based Administration Tools Uploading Images to Your Internet Service Provider Perfect for Web attractions remote light surveillance and process control applications the AXIS 2100 can be quickly configured to dial out from any remote location and transmit live images to several users or the whole Internet community via your preferred Internet Service Provider Select any of the Public ISPs supported in the Application Wizard or alternatively specify another ISP of your choosing AXIS 2100 g 9 Modem eS ps 2 cccecet J SE cy Web browser Internet Having established the Dial up connection for your AXIS 2100 you then continue with your configuration using the Installation Wizard to develop an active application that uploads live images to a designated ISP over normal phone lines Your image files are transmitted as a sequential stream or restricted to specified time periods You set the times and the frequency at which images are taken
69. ture Encoder used for image compression BOOTP A protocol that lets a network user be automatically configured receive an IP address Bps Bits per second A unit for measuring speeds in networks A LAN might run at 1OMbps or 100Mbps CGI Common Gateway Interface A set of rules or a program that allows a Web Server to communicate with other programs DSL Digital Subscriber Line A means of transferring data via standard phone lines Ethernet A widely used networking standard ETRAX Axis own microprocessor Firewall A virtual barrier between a LAN Local Area Network and other networks e g the Internet Frame Grabber card Plug in hardware for grabbing images FTP File Transfer Protocol Used for simple transfer of files to and from an ftp server HTML Hypertext Mark up Language Used widely for authoring documents viewed in web browsers HTTP Hypertext Transfer Protocol The set of rules for exchanging files text images sound video and other files on the World Wide Web Intranet A private network limited to an organisation or corporation Usually closed to external traffic IP Internet Protocol See TCP IP IP number address A unique number used by a computer on the network to allow it to be identified and found JPEG A standard image format used widely for photographs Also known as JPG LAN A local area network LAN is a group of computers and associated
70. uct Important Potential hazard that can seriously impair operation Do not proceed beyond any of the above notices until you have fully understood the implications Legal Considerations Camera surveillance can be prohibited by laws that vary from country to country Check the laws in your local region before using the AXIS 2100 for surveillance Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC USA This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause interference to radio communications It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at his her own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference Shielded cables should be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class A limits Eur ope This digital equipment fulfills the requirements for radiated emission according to limit B of EN55022 1994 and the requirements for immunity according to EN55024 1998 residential commercial and light industry Every care has been taken in the preparation of this manual if you detec
71. work Important a Do not use the default or IP address featured in the following examples when installing your AXIS 2100 Acquire an unused IP address from your Network Administrator e Server Privileges Although no special privileges are required for Windows 95 98 you do need Administrator privileges for Windows NT 2000 and Root privileges on UNIX Note the Serial number Note the Serial number on the underside of the unit You need to know this to set the IP address Serial number same as Se ae Ethernet number e g mge 00408c100086 00 40 8c 10 00 86 Assign an IP Address Using an appropriate method for your operating system you can easily assign your AXIS 2100 with a unique IP Address from a computer on your network using the ARP command as follows Windows 95 98 amp NT 2000 only Start a DOS window UNIX only Type these commands in and type these commands your command line Syntax Syntax arp s lt Camera IP address gt lt Ethernet address gt lt myPC IP arp s lt IP address gt lt Ethernet address gt temp address gt ping lt IP address gt ping t lt Camera IP address gt Example Example arp s 172 21 1 200 00 40 8c 10 00 86 temp arp s 172 21 1 200 00 40 8c 10 00 86 172 21 1 193 ping 172 21 1 200 ping t 172 21 1 200 You will now see the message Request timed out repeatedly returned in the window AXIS 2100 Use

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