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Canon VB-C50i/VB-C50iR User Manual

Canon VB-C50i/VB-C50iR
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Setting the Date and Time (Date and Time)
You can perform the following settings with Date and Time.
Current Camera Time: Displays the time set up for the camera.
New Camera Time: For setting up the time on the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR.
Time Zone: Select the appropriate time zone from the list.
When you have made changes to the settings, click the “OK” button to return to the
Settings Title Page. If you do not make any changes, click the “Cancel” button.
Current Camera Time
1 “Date” and “Time”
Display the date and time currently set on the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR.
2 “Time Zone”
The time difference with Greenwich Mean Time is displayed.
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Canon VB-C50i/VB-C50iR Specifications

General IconGeneral
Effective PixelsApprox. 380, 000 pixels
Lensf=3.9mm, F2.0
Video CompressionJPEG, MPEG-4
Resolution640 x 480 (VGA)
Power SupplyDC 12V, PoE (IEEE 802.3af)
Digital ZoomUp to 4x
Minimum Illumination1.0 lx (Color, F2.0, 1/30 sec), 0.1 lx (B/W, F2.0, 1/30 sec)
ProtocolsTCP/IP, HTTP, SMTP, FTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, NTP, SNMP, RTP/RTCP, RTSP, UPnP, Bonjour
Frame RateUp to 30 fps
Camera TypeNetwork Camera
Image Sensor1/4 inch CCD
ZoomDigital Zoom
Network Interface10Base-T/100Base-TX
Focal Length3.9mm
Sensor1/4 inch CCD
Shutter Speed1/30 - 1/10000 sec
Day/NightAuto
Operating Temperature-10°C to 50°C
Operating Humidity20% to 80%
Dimensions100 x 100 x 100 mm

Summary

Chapter 1 Before Using the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR

Features of the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR

Details the system's capabilities, including video distribution, pan/tilt/zoom, etc.

Hardware and Software Requirements

Lists the necessary operating systems, browsers, and software for using the camera.

Chapter 2 Setting Up

Setup Workflow

Outlines the sequence of steps for setting up the camera and verifying operation.

1. Set Up the Camera

Instructions for physically installing the camera securely on a stable surface or mount.

2. Connect the Camera to the Network

Details on connecting the camera to a PC and network hub using a LAN cable.

3. Perform Initial Settings for the Camera

Steps to configure the camera's initial network settings using the setup tool.

4. Check Operation of the Camera

Verifies that the camera is working correctly by checking its live video feed.

5. Install the Software

Instructions for installing necessary software for camera management and viewing.

Chapter 3 Basic Settings

What Can I Do on Each of the Settings Pages?

Explains the various settings pages and their respective functions for camera configuration.

Accessing the Settings Title Page

Describes how to access the camera's web-based settings interface using a browser.

Setting Up the Administrator Password and Ethernet etc. (System and Network)

Configures administrator password, IP address, subnet mask, and network connection.

Setting Camera Control, Image Size and Quality (Camera and Video)

Adjusts video capture settings, camera pan, tilt, zoom, and image quality.

Presetting Best Shot (Preset)

Allows saving and configuring specific camera positions (presets) for quick recall.

Setting Up the HTTP, Camera and Audio Servers (Server)

Configures server settings for video distribution, including client limits and connection times.

Setting User Access Privileges (Access Control)

Manages user accounts and host specifications for controlling access to the camera.

Using the Administration Tools (Administration Tools)

Accesses file system information, recorded data management, and system settings.

Chapter 4 VB Administration Tools

Installing the VB Administration Tools

Instructions on how to install the VB Administration Tools software suite.

View Restriction Tool

Tool for setting visual limits on camera angles and zoom for viewers.

Preset Setting Tool

Tool for setting camera preset positions and home positions visually.

Schedule Setting Tool

Tool for scheduling automated services like timers and motion detection.

Starting Up VB Administration Tools

Steps to launch the VB Administration Tools from the desktop or start menu.

Setting View Restrictions

How to define visible areas by setting limits on camera angles and zoom.

Setting Presets

Instructions for defining and saving specific camera positions (presets).

Preset Tour

How to set up automated sequences (tours) of preset camera positions.

Setting Preset Tour

Steps to configure the automated preset tour sequence, including timing and options.

Normal Schedule

How to set up weekly schedules for automated services like motion detection.

Setting Up a Normal Schedule

Detailed steps for configuring a normal weekly schedule for various services.

Special Schedule

How to set up schedules for specific dates or holidays.

Setting Up a Special Schedule

Detailed steps for setting up special daily schedules for automated services.

Timer Setting Tool

Tool for setting up timed picture recording and audio playback.

Motion Detection Setting Tool

Tool for configuring motion detection parameters and actions.

Flow of Motion Detection Settings

Summarizes the steps involved in configuring motion detection settings.

Setting Up Motion Detection

Detailed steps for setting up motion detection parameters like frame rate and area.

Create a motion detection area (Area tab)

How to define specific areas within the camera's view for motion detection.

Setting the level of motion detection for the motion detection area (Area tab)

Adjusting sensitivity, area ratio, and duration for motion detection sensitivity.

Night Mode Setting Tool

Tool for configuring the camera's night mode for low-light conditions.

Setting Up Night Mode

Detailed steps for enabling and configuring the night mode features.

External Device Input Setting Tool

Tool for configuring how the camera responds to external device inputs.

Setting Up External Device Input

Detailed steps for setting up external device input triggers and actions.

External Device Output Setting Tool

Tool for configuring output signals to external devices based on events.

Setting Up External Device Output

Detailed steps for setting up external device output operations, time, and repetition.

Admin Viewer

Viewer with special privileges for administrators, offering advanced control.

Operating External Devices and Motion Detection

How to configure notifications for changes in external device input and motion detection.

Advanced Camera Control

Advanced camera control methods available exclusively through Admin Viewer.

Camera-Specific Functions

Setting camera-specific features like exposure, digital zoom, and night mode.

Sending and Receiving* Audio

Settings for sending and receiving audio through the camera's microphone and speakers.

Chapter 5 Creating Web Pages for Video Distribution

Using the Viewer for Java to Create a Web Page

How to embed Java applets (LiveApplet, Glimpse) into a web page.

Using the Viewer for PC to Distribute Videos

How to set up a web server and create necessary files for the Viewer for PC.

Chapter 6 Using the Picture Recording Function

Using the Still Picture Recording Function Linked to an External Device

Constructing a monitoring system that responds to external events by linking to sensors.

Using the Audio Playback/Recording* Function Linked to an External Device

Constructing a monitoring system that uses audio alerts and records audio/video on external events.

Using the Still Picture Recording Function with a Predetermined Schedule

Constructing a system that records pictures according to a predetermined schedule using the timer.

Using the Motion Detection Function with a Predetermined Schedule

Constructing a system that uses motion detection according to a schedule, triggered by events.

Using VBCollector

VBCollector tool for collecting, displaying, and playing back recorded images and audio.

Installing VBCollector

Instructions for installing VBCollector, including handling older versions.

Registering a Server

How to register network camera servers for data download in VBCollector.

Viewing Recorded Images and Playing Back Recorded Audio

How to view recorded images and play back audio using the VBCollector Image Viewer.

Chapter 7 Appendix

Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions for problems encountered with the camera and software.

I forgot the password.

How to restore factory default settings to reset forgotten administrator passwords.

Restoring the Factory Default Settings

How to restore the camera to its original factory default settings.

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