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NETWORK CAMERAUser’s ManualVB-C50FiPlease read this User’s Manual carefully before operation.Be sure to read the “a Safe Use of Equipment” section bef

xa Safe Use of EquipmentaAn exclamation point, within a triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence ofimportant operating and maintenance

4-28Special ScheduleWith Special Schedule, you can set up a schedule on one specific day of the week. For example,on a public holiday when there is no

4-29VB Administration ToolsTip● You can only set one type of Special Day per day.● You can set one Special Day a maximum of 32 times.● You can also se

4-306. Display the Service tab and enter settings for the services.For more information about the services you can set, please see page 4-26.Tip● The

4-31VB Administration ToolsSchedule Setting Tool7. When you have completed setting the sub-schedule tracks, click “OK” button.If you want to set two o

4-32Tip●If you have set up a Normal Schedule (→ P.4-24) and a Special Schedule with the samestart and end time, the Special Schedule will have priorit

4-33VB Administration ToolsSetting Up ServiceSet up the services to be performed in the schedules.To open the settings screen for each service, in the

4-34Timer Setting ToolThe section below describes the “Picture Recording” function that takes still images and recordsaudio* at specified times and re

4-35VB Administration ToolsSchedule Setting Tooli Repetition IntervalSets the interval between repeated image recording. Repetition Interval can be se

4-36Setting Up Picture RecordingTo Make Settings...1. With the Schedule Setting Tool, open the Timer Setting Tool.In the Service tab of the Schedule S

4-37VB Administration ToolsMotion Detection Setting ToolThe section below describes the motion detection function which records pictures, sends data t

xiFCC NOTICENetwork Camera, Model Name: VB-C50FSiN, VB-C50FSiP, VB-C50FiN, VB-C50FiPThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is s

4-38t Camera Selection boxFor selecting a camera.y ViewerFor picture display and camera control in the same way as a normal viewer.u Motion detection

4-39VB Administration ToolsFlow of Motion Detection SettingsA summary of the procedures for motion detection is given below. Please refer to each refe

4-40Setting Up Motion DetectionTo Make Settings...1. Open the Motion Detection Setting Tool with the Schedule Setting Tool.In the Service tab in a Nor

4-41VB Administration Toolsq Used AreaCheck the number of the motion detection area to be usedand the detection area frame is displayed in the Viewer.

4-42Tip● If Sensitivity is set at a low level, the device does not recognize the motion evenduring great variations in the image inside the motion det

4-43VB Administration ToolsTip● See “Relationship between ON and OFF events and picture/audio recording*” (→P.4-55) for the relationship between ON an

4-446. Enter the settings for output to an externaldevice when the device detects motion(Output tab).* The settings in this step are optional.Set outp

4-45VB Administration ToolsNote● Because the video distribution frame rate may be lowered when the data is sentvia a proxy server, connection without

4-46TipMotion detection status and screen displayThe area in which the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi isperforming motion detection appears in a blueframe in the

4-47VB Administration ToolsqwTipSetting the motion detection level while checking recordedimagesTo set the level of motion detection at motion detecti

xiia IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIn these safety instructions, the word“equipment” refers to the Canon NetworkCamera VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi and all itsac

4-48q w ertyuNight Mode Setting ToolBelow is a description of the Night Mode function with which you can take pictures in dark conditions.Night Mode S

4-49VB Administration ToolsSetting Up Night ModeTo Make Settings...1. With the Schedule Setting Tool, open the Night Mode Setting Tool.In the Service

4-50External Device Input Setting ToolBelow is a description of the External Device Input function which performs video recording whena signal from an

4-51VB Administration Toolso Pre-event Recording Time (sec.) and IntervalEnter the required number of seconds, within a range of 0-10 seconds for pict

4-52Schedule Setting ToolTipSee “Relationship between ON and OFF events and picture/audio recording*” (→P.4-55) for the relationship between ON and OF

4-53VB Administration ToolsExternal Device Output Setting ToolThe section below describes the output settings to an external device connected to the M

4-54Setting Up External Device OutputTo Make Settings...1. With the Schedule Setting Tool, open the External Device Output Setting Tool.In the Service

4-55VB Administration ToolsSchedule Setting ToolTipRelationship between ON and OFF events and picture/audiorecording** Only available with a particula

4-56TipE-mail Notification Settings dialog boxWhen pictures have been recorded, you can send the recorded picture and data inan e-mail. Settings for s

4-57VB Administration ToolsTipAudio Playback Settings dialog box (VB-C50FSi only)To play back audio, you have to register the audio file you want to p

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4-58The Log Viewer is a tool for downloading log files, and viewing and managing the operating statusof the device. The Log Viewer provides monitoring

4-59VB Administration ToolsLog ViewerViewing the LogThe following content is displayed in the log.● CodeThe log displays error codes. For error codes,

4-60Using Selection Criteria to Display LogsLogs can be filtered according to error type, code, or date and time so that only the requiredinformation

4-61VB Administration ToolsAdmin ViewerAdmin Viewer is a viewer which has functions for managing the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi. It hasspecial privilege funct

4-62NoteIf the Admin Viewer window is minimized or in full-screen mode, the notification messagefor external device input appears after the normal dis

4-63VB Administration ToolsDisplaying and Saving the External Device Input and Motion Detection StatusThe external device input and motion detection s

4-64Operating a CameraThe Admin Viewer provides camera control methods not available in the Viewer for PC or Viewerfor Java.Advanced Camera ControlIn

4-65VB Administration ToolsClicking the Screen to Control the CameraYou can control the zoom operation by clicking and holding the mouse in the viewer

4-66Camera-Specific FunctionsYou can set up camera-specific features such as settings for exposure, digital zoom and night mode.How to Operate and Set

4-67VB Administration ToolsSending and Receiving* Audio (VB-C50FSi only)You can send and receive* audio with the VB-C50FSi through the speakers and mi

xiv - Locations exposed to direct sunlight - Locations exposed to salt spray - Close to flammable solvents (alcohol,thinners, etc.)22. When any of the

4-68Tip● The “Microphone setting” button will not appear in the following cases.• If Audio Reception has not been set to “Used” in the Audio Server se

4-69VB Administration ToolsShade CorrectionIf the background of an image is bright, making the subject difficult to see, you can adjust thecontrast of

4-70Admin ViewerRestoring the Default Exposure and Focus Settings When Closing the Admin ViewerWhen you use manual exposure in the camera-specific fun

Creating Web Pages forVideo DistributionThis chapter describes how to use the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fito webcast information.Picture data can be distributed

5-2Web Pages for Video DistributionIf you select a link requesting video in step 1, a file that includes the IP address information forthe VB-C50FSi/V

Creating Web Pages5-3Web Pages for Video DistributionTipYou can use the Language setting function for the Browser to create a multi-lingualWeb site. F

5-4There are 2 types of viewers: the Viewer for Java and the Viewer for PC.For a detailed explanation of the Viewers, please refer to “Viewer Software

Creating Web Pages5-5Viewer OverviewNoteViewer Software User’s Manual is provided on the CD-ROM supplied with theVB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi (Viewer-E.pdf).Vie

5-6This is a LiveApplet sample page which distributeslive videos and allows users to control the camera.This is a sample page which combinesLiveApplet

Creating Web Pages5-7This section describes how to use the Viewers for Java to provide videos. Application examplesare also given.Using the Viewer for

xva Safe Use of Equipmenta Notes on Using PoE Hubsa CAUTION:● Only use IEEE 802.3af-compliant PoE hubs or midspans.● When both of a PoE hub and the AC

5-8Using the Viewer for Java to Distribute VideosSaving Web Page DataThe VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi is equipped with a Flash memory where Web page data can be

Creating Web Pages5-9Using the Viewer for Java to Distribute VideosExample of Using the Viewer for Java to Create a Web PageThis section describes an

5-101 sample.htm<html><head><title>SampleSite LiveApplet</title></head><frameset rows="70,*"><frame s

Creating Web Pages5-11Click the button todisplay the page inwhich LiveApplet isembedded.Using Glimpse and LiveApplet TogetherThis section describes ho

5-121 glimps.htm<html><head><script language="JavaScript"><!--function clicked(btn) {url = btn.namewindow.open(url,&quo

Creating Web Pages5-13Providing “LiveApplet” with Camera Control Restricted to PresetsThis section describes how to create a Web page that only displa

5-14Certain Images SpecifiedStartup screen Disconnection screenIf no particular image is specified, the “connecting to hostname” (when the hostname pa

Creating Web Pages5-15Displaying the Host Name, Frame Count and Other Information on the Video Screen<param name=show_fps value="on">

5-16Displaying Bitmap Images on the Video Screen<param name=superimpose value="/local/logos/newlogo.gif,0,0">* The underlined portion

Creating Web Pages5-17Viewer for Java ParametersYou can specify applet parameters to provide an applet tailored to modify the behavior orappearance of

xviMaintenanceCleaning the Equipment1. Unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet.If you are using a PoE hub or midspan, disconnect theLAN cable also

5-18Using the Viewer for Java to Distribute VideosWhen a startup screen is specified in the “open_image” parameter, this parameter specifies the displ

Creating Web Pages5-19Using the Viewer for Java to Distribute VideosSpecifies whether or not connection to the camera server should be established sim

5-20Using the Viewer for Java to Distribute VideosTipWhen specifying an address included in the codebase attribute of the applet tag anda URL paramete

Creating Web Pages5-21This section describes how to use the Viewer for PC to provide videos. Application examples arealso given.If a client is using t

5-22TipInstead of an IP address, you can also type in <_I_P_A_D_D_R_> (→ P.5-9).Example: <_I_P_A_D_D_R_> 65310<_I_P_A_D_D_R_> 65311w

Creating Web Pages5-23Using the Viewer for PC to Distribute VideosInclude the tags that link to the wvh file in the text or images in the Web page.1 &

5-24Distributing Videos Using a Browser OnlyYou can also use the WebView-HTTP protocol to provide videos from the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi directlyto a Web

Creating Web Pages5-25GetStillImage ParametersParameter Descriptionz or zoomSpecifies camera zoom. “z” is ten times the zoom ratio of the widest angle

5-26NoteContact respective manufacturers for details on setting the router.One fixed global address is required if the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi is being use

Creating Web Pages5-27You can view still images and control the camera using the Web service of a mobile phone. Youcan easily create still image distr

Before Using theVB-C50FSi/VB-C50FiThis chapter describes the features of the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi, the hardware and software requirements, and thename a

5-28Example of Creating a Screen for Distribution of a Still Image to a Mobile PhoneOverwriting Sample PagesYou can change screen displays and the con

Using the PictureRecording FunctionThis chapter describes a couple of specific examples of thePicture Recording function using the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi.

6-2Using the Still Picture Recording Function Linked to an External DeviceBy combining various sensors and switches to operate according to External D

6-3Using the Picture Recording FunctionUsing the Still Picture Recording Function Linked to an External DeviceSample Still Picture Recording SettingsS

6-4Using the Audio Playback/Recording* Function Linked to an External Device* The Audio Recording function is available with a particular model of the

6-5Using the Picture Recording FunctionUsing the Audio Playback/Recording Function Linked to an External DeviceSample SettingsSettings specified on th

6-6Using the Still Picture Recording Function with a Predetermined ScheduleBy using the “Schedule” setting, you can construct a monitoring system that

6-7Using the Picture Recording FunctionUsing the Still Picture Recording Function with a Predetermined ScheduleSample Still Picture Recording Settings

6-8Using the Motion Detection Function with a Predetermined ScheduleBy running the motion detection function according to a schedule, you can construc

6-9Using the Picture Recording FunctionSample Still Picture Recording SettingsSettings specified on the “Camera and Video” page (→ P.3-8)Specify the a

1-2The VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi is a system that distributes live videos via the Internet or an intranet. Itcan be used in a wide range of applications, suc

6-10● Next, set the sensitivity, area ratio and duration.To ensure that the event is not triggered by unrelatedlighting changes or small movements, se

6-11Using the Picture Recording FunctionUsing VBCollectorDownloaded data displaysPictures and audiorecorded with theVB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi’s recordingfunc

6-12Using VBCollectorInstalling VBCollectorAs described in “Install the Software” in Chapter 2 “Setting up” (→ P.2-13), select Custom Installationto

6-13Using the Picture Recording FunctionUsing VBCollector● To uninstall VBCollector 3.0, use the VBCollector 3.0 Installer to uninstall thecurrently i

6-14Using VBCollectorNote● Operate VBCollector with an authority greater than PowerUsers.● NTFS is recommended for such file systems containing the in

6-15Using the Picture Recording FunctionUsing VBCollectorNoteDownloaded data is not deleted when a server is deleted. To delete downloadeddata, first

6-16Using VBCollector2. Enter each item in the various items and clickthe “OK” button.q Task NameAssign a name to the task.“Enable this setting”Select

6-17Using the Picture Recording FunctionUsing VBCollectorNote● Up to 16 tasks can be executed by VBCollector simultaneously. Please be surenot to load

6-18Using VBCollectorEditing TasksThe details of a registered task can be edited.To Edit a Task...1. In the Task View, select the task to be editedby

6-19Using the Picture Recording FunctionUsing VBCollector2. Check the download status and click the“Close” button to close the dialog box.If you want

1-3Before Using the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50FiFeatures of the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50FiZoom Position Preset functionIf often-used camera zoom positions and related i

6-20Using VBCollectorStarting/Stopping the ServiceThe task scheduler service can be started and stopped.To Make Settings...Choose “Start Service” or “

6-21Using the Picture Recording FunctionUsing VBCollectorAutomatic Downloading by NotificationYou will not be able to record image and audio data if t

6-22r “Apply” buttonSaves a change to the reception port number in the registry. If you make a change, a dialogbox is displayed. Click “Yes” and the t

6-23Using the Picture Recording FunctionUsing VBCollectorq “Search data” buttonSearches for data on the camera server according to the date/time, came

6-24Using VBCollectorr “Toggle folder tree” buttonSwitches between displaying and hiding the folder tree display area (!2).t “Toggle data list” button

6-25Using the Picture Recording Functionrecorded are indicated by yellow and white highlighting alternately.* Audio file display is only available on

6-26Using VBCollector2. The detailed data information appears.q Image display areaShows the selected image. If the image is too large to fit in the di

6-27Using the Picture Recording FunctionUsing VBCollector● Zoom in/outImages can be zoomed in/out.[Magnification] Shows the current magnification (10~

6-28Using VBCollector● Change window sizeAs window size, large or normal size is available and is automatically selected depending onthe initial image

6-29Using the Picture Recording FunctionUsing VBCollector3. A list of search results is displayed.A folder with the name you entered is created in the

iiIntroductionThank you for purchasing the Canon Network Camera VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi (referred to hereafteras the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi).This User’s Manual

1-4Hardware and Software RequirementsViewer Software (→ d Viewer Software User’s Manual)The viewer software that is supplied with the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50

6-30Using VBCollectorExtracting FilesDownloaded images and audio are collected and saved in the proprietary format used for filemanagement by the VBCo

6-31Using the Picture Recording FunctionUsing VBCollectorNoteBecause downloaded images and audio are collected and saved in the proprietaryformat used

6-32Viewing LogsVBCollector outputs logs concerning the execution of tasks. To view a log, choose “Display Log”from the “Tools” menu bar.The following

6-33Using the Picture Recording FunctionDisplaying Logs According to Selection CriteriaLogs can be filtered according to error type, code, or date and

6-343. A line containing the relevant character stringwill be highlighted.Pressing “F3” on the keyboard starts forward search.Pressing “Shift+F3” make

6-35Using the Picture Recording FunctionSelecting Log FilesThe initial log file of VBCollector is saved as “vbrpd.log” file in the “SYSTEM” folder wit

6-36Using VBCollector2. Enter information for each item in the Optiondialog box displayed and click the “OK”button.q Retention PeriodSpecify a max. re

6-37Using the Picture Recording FunctionUsing VBCollectorNote● When there is no more free space on the drive on which the files are saved, LogS023 “Ex

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1-5Before Using the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50FiHardware and Software RequirementsVBCollector Ver. 3.0 (→ P.6-11)This tool is for collecting and viewing picture

7-2TroubleshootingBefore you contact your Canon dealer or service outlet, check the items listed below. If a logmessage is displayed, refer to the log

7-3AppendixTroubleshootingI forgot the password.● All factory defaults settings can be restored by using the Reset switch (→ P.7-22). Thedefault admi

7-4MessageExplanationResponse●A007 View restriction setting error (warning)inconsistent view restriction for camera[1]The view restriction settings ar

7-5AppendixLog MessagesMessageExplanationResponse●A008 Compatibility error in the view restrictions settings (warning)unacceptable view restriction fo

7-6MessageExplanation●A023 Detection in change of point of contact (err)a %1 detected at In%2%1point of contact device input change (front-edge | rear

7-7AppendixLog MessagesMessage●A050 Access permission when restricting user access (info)user %1 access grantedExplanationDuring user access restricti

7-8Log MessagesMessage●B102 Client connection denied (notice)%1 request denied[%2]%1Client host IP address%2Denial type (41 | 42 | ...)ExplanationResp

7-9AppendixLog MessagesMessage●B103 Client access forced disconnection (notice)%1 access denied[%2]Explanation%1Client host IP address%2Denial type (4

7-10Log MessagesMessage●B401 Audio device initialization failed (crit)audio device initialization error[%1]%1Error numberResponseIf rebooting does not

7-11AppendixMessageExplanation●S005 System settings changed (info)System settings updatedThe VB software settings were modified without a reboot. Mess

1-6NoteUsing the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi with Windows XP SP2...If you use the VB Initial Setup Tool or VBCollector with Windows XP SP2, you will need tocha

7-12Fault SeverityFault which affects task executionFault which does not affect task executionLevelErrorWarningInformation on correct operationInforma

7-13AppendixLog Messages●S011 (err)Message Execution failure: Access to the data directory was denied.Explanation The drive for storing files does not

7-14Log Messages●D001 (info)Message Download has started.●D002 (info)Message Download is completed: image=%1audio=%2 [delete:image=%3audio=%4]%1 No. o

7-15AppendixLog Messages●D025 (err)Message Could not perform data deletion and audio file download because loginas Administrator failed.●D029 (err)Mes

7-16VB-C50FSi/VB-C50FiVideo signal Conforms to NTSC/PALImage Sensor 1/4-inch CCDNumber of pixels NTSC Effective 340,000PAL Effective 400,000Synchroniz

7-17AppendixSpecifications+3.3V0.1µF10kΩ 10kΩ10kΩInternal controllerInput terminals IN+, IN–Output terminals OUT A, OUT B, OUT C+–External Device I/O

7-18Note● Install the Viewer for PC from the “VBToolsInstall.exe” file on the supplied CD-ROM (→ P.2-13).● The User’s Manual for the viewer software i

7-19AppendixSample Network ConfigurationsThis section describes some typical installation modes for the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi.Be sure to assign an IP add

7-20Upgrading the Firmware RemotelyNote● Do not turn the power off until you have confirmed that the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fihas restarted. Turning the powe

7-21AppendixRestoring the Factory Default SettingsSince the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi supports a wide variety of functions, we recommend that youmake a note

1-7Before Using the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50FiHardware and Software RequirementsNoteUsing the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi with Windows Server 2003...With Windows Serve

7-22Restoring the Factory Default SettingsNote● Do not turn the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi power off while the Restoring operation.Turning the power off befor

7-23AppendixFactory Default SettingsItem Setting Item Setting 1 Item setting 2 (m) (d) (y) (m) (d) (y)● Administrator ID root● Adm

7-24Factory Default SettingsItem Setting Item Setting 1 Item setting 2 (m) (d) (y) (m) (d) (y)● Server(Common Settings)Maximum Num

7-25AppendixData Capacity of Recorded Pictures and Audio*NoteThe information provided in this section is an indication only.Please be sure to confirm

7-26Data Capacity of Recorded Pictures & AudioAmount of Audio Data*Regardless of the volume, and even if there is no recorded audio data, the amou

7-27AppendixIndexAAC adapter ... iv, 2-6AC cable ...

7-28IndexHHome Position ... 3-11Host List ...

7-29AppendixIndexReset switch ... 1-10, 7-22Restore Settings ...

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1-8Hardware and Software RequirementsMultipoint Recording Software for Monitoring Use (Sold separately)Videos distributed from the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi

1-9Before Using the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50FiSystem Components and Their OperationFrontLAN status LEDThe LED blinks during communication.100Base-TX ...

1-10MAC addressThe MAC address is requiredwhen setting the IP addressand making other networksettings. Please make a noteof it before installing this

1-11Before Using the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50FiUsing the Multi-Terminal Module VB-EX50, you can connect external devices such as differentkinds of sensors, a

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Setting UpThis chapter explains how to set up the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi,run initial checks, and confirm that the camera’s images aredisplayed correctly.C

iiiRequest concerning disclosure of live videos and audioWith respect to the disclosure of live videos and audio, we request that sufficientconsiderat

2-2Set up the camera1Perform initial settings for the camera3Connect the camera to the network2LAN cableVB-C50FSiHubSet up the device.Make sure the de

2-3Setting UpSetup WorkflowInstall the software5Check operation of the camera4Access the device with your PC, then display to check the image from the

2-41. Set Up the Cameraa WARNING:Install the camera securely.● When installing the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi on the ceiling or a wall, contact your Canondeal

2-5Setting Up1. Set Up the CameraNote● The camera may not operate correctly if a wide converter other than the WL-37is used.● Be sure to install the V

2-62. Connect the Camera to the NetworkNext, connect the camera. Connect the camera to the network by connecting the camera and PCvia the hub with a L

2-7Setting UpTurning the Power ON and OFFThe VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi itself does not have a power switch. You can switch the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi on by plugg

2-8Once your PC and the camera are connected, perform the initial settings next. The instructionshere follow on from “2. Connect the Camera to the Net

2-9Setting Up3. The camera connected to the networkis automatically detected and its MACaddress, IP address and model nameare displayed.The factory de

2-105. A setup progress window appears andyour settings will be saved.Note● Set the IP address to a value that suits your environment.● Where the IP a

2-11Setting Up2. Your Web browser starts up and thetop page of the camera server appears.Click the “Using Viewer for Java” or the“Using Viewer for PC”

ivPackage ContentsThe VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi package contains the following items. If any of these items is missing,please contact the retailer from which

2-124. Check Operation of the CameraTip● To use the Viewer for Java, you need to install Java VM beforehand. See CanonWeb site for more details.● To u

2-13Setting Up5. Install the SoftwareYou must install software to display images from the camera and to manage the camera. Thereare 3 types of softwar

2-14Viewer Software OverviewBy using the Viewer software, you can view images sent from the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi on a PC, aswell as control the camera.

Basic SettingsThis chapter describes the basic settings for the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi such as network connection, camera control, dateand time setting an

3-2What Can I Do on Each of the Settings Pages?Proceed to each of the settings pages from the Settings Title Page where you can perform varioussetting

3-3Basic SettingsAccessing the Settings Title PageNoteThis manual uses the IP address 192.168.100.1 (the factory default setting) below asan example t

3-4Settings Title PageFrom the Settings Title Page, you can move to each settings page, confirm the settings afterchanging, and save the changes to th

3-5Basic SettingsYou can perform the following settings with System and Network.● Root Account: For setting up passwords.● Ethernet: For setting up IP

3-6Ethernet12Note● Contact the network administrator for the IP address, subnet mask and defaultgateway address settings.●Take particular care with th

3-7Basic SettingsConnection Keeping123Setting Up the Administrator Password and Ethernet etc. (System and Network)1 “Send packet regularly”Check to en

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3-8You can perform the following settings with Camera and Video.● Video Capture: For setting image size and quality.● Camera Control: For setting the

3-9Basic SettingsCamera Control1234Setting Camera Control, Image Size and Quality (Camera and Video)53 “Interlace Mode”Select either “Weave (Interlace

3-10Setting Camera Control, Image Size and Quality (Camera and Video)Note● The camera may have difficulty focusing automatically on subjects of the ty

3-11Basic SettingsCamera Names1 “Camera Name”Used in the camera selection box on the viewers. This setting is required.13 “Home Position”Specify a hom

3-12Presetting Best Shot (Preset)You can perform the following settings with Preset.● Common Settings: For setting the tour schedule of present positi

3-13Basic SettingsTip● Even if you have set Auto Preset Tour to “For Viewers” or “Always”, the Preset Tourwill not work while you are controlling the

3-14TipYou can make preset settings more easily with the VB Administration Tools. Pleaseuse the VB Administration Tools for the settings (→ P.4-13).Pr

3-15Basic SettingsYou can perform the following Settings with Server.● Common Settings: For setting up the environment where users can connect to theV

3-16HTTP Server12Setting Up the HTTP, Camera and Audio Servers (Server)1 “HTTP Port”Set the TCP port number for the HTTP. Enter a value between 1 and

3-17Basic SettingsCamera Server1234567Setting Up the HTTP, Camera and Audio Servers (Server)1 “Video Transmission Port”Set the TCP port number for the

viContentsSetting Up the HTTP, Camera and Audio Servers (Server) ... 3-15Setting User Access Privileges (Access Control) ...

3-18Setting Up the HTTP, Camera and Audio Servers (Server)Audio Server (VB-C50FSi only)1 “Audio Transmission”Set “Audio Transmission” to “Used” to sen

3-19Basic SettingsSetting Up the HTTP, Camera and Audio Servers (Server)Audio Reception• Output Volume• Echo CancellerNote● Use the Multi-Terminal Mod

3-20Setting User Access Privileges (Access Control)You can perform the following settings with Access Control.●Authorized User Account: Register users

3-21Basic SettingsAuthorized/Restricted Host SpecificationNote● If you do not make a Host List, access is permitted to any hosts.● If the Host List pr

3-22TipThe Host Restriction function applies to hosts running client applications such asviewer. Access restrictions are imposed using a list made up

3-23Basic SettingsSetting the Date and Time (Date and Time)You can perform the following settings with Date and Time.● Current Camera Time: Displays t

3-24New Camera Time123Time Zone1TipEven if you have selected “Synchronize with NTP server”, the date and time will notchange if the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi

3-25Basic SettingsYou can perform the following settings with Miscellaneous.● DNS: Register the Name Server Address and Host Name for registering host

3-26Mail135246Setting Up Name Server Address and Mail etc. (Miscellaneous)1 “Mail Server Host”Specify the SMTP server.2 “Sender’s (From) Mail Address”

3-27Basic SettingsExternal Device Names12LED1Setting Up Name Server Address and Mail etc. (Miscellaneous)1 “External Input Device 1-2”“Device Name”To

viiContentsCamera-Specific Functions ... 4-66Sending and Receiving* A

3-28You can use the following items with the Administration Tools.● On-board File System Information: Displays the status of VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi’smemor

3-29Basic SettingsMiscellaneous1 “View Log Events”Click the “View” button to see the historical log files of the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi’s operation,such a

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VB Administration ToolsChapter 4 describes practical ways of operating the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi using the VB Administration Tools to setview restriction

4-2Overview of VB Administration ToolsVB Administration Tools comprises “VBAdmin Startup Panel”, “View Restriction Tool”, “PresetSetting Tool”, “Sched

4-3VB Administration ToolsVBAdmin Startup Panel (→ P.4-5)This is the main panel of VB Administration Tools. The tools arestarted up from this panel.In

4-4Overview of VB Administration ToolsAdmin Viewer (→ P.4-61)This viewer is aimed at administrators of the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi.It has special privilege

4-5VB Administration ToolsStarting Up VB Administration ToolsTo Start Up...1. Double-click the “VB Admin Tools” desktopicon or select “VB Admin Tools”

4-63. The VBAdmin Startup Panel starts up.The five tools---“View Restriction Tool”, “Preset SettingTool”, “Schedule Setting Tool”, “Log Viewer” and“Ad

4-7VB Administration ToolsThe View Restriction Setting Tool is a tool that allows you to set the zoom range easily with themouse.The View Restriction

viiiContentsUsing VBCollector ... 6-11Installing VBCollector ...

4-8View Restriction Tool Display ScreenAn overview of the functions of the GUI displayed when the View Restriction Tool starts up isshown below.qertyu

4-9VB Administration ToolsView Restriction Toolt Camera Selection boxAnother camera cannot be selected with the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi.y “Apply the view r

4-10Setting View RestrictionsYou can set up a view restriction by either entering a value in the view restriction setting input boxor by using the fol

4-11VB Administration ToolsView Restriction ToolRetrieving Values from the Camera Zoom Position of the AdminViewer and Changing SettingsAdmin Viewer c

4-12NoteAfter the view restrictions have been set, please check to be sure that the viewrestrictions are correctly reflected in the Viewer. When check

4-13VB Administration ToolsPreset Setting ToolThe Preset Setting Tool enables you more visually and easily to set Presets and home position.Presets ar

4-14Preset Setting ToolPreset Setting Tool Display ScreenThe display screen for the Preset Setting Tool is divided into the “Preset Settings Area” and

4-15VB Administration ToolsPreset Setting Toolt Preset Selection boxSelect the preset to set or “Home”. “Home” is the setting for home position.y “For

4-16Preset Setting ToolSetting PresetsYou can set up Presets by either entering a value in the camera parameters or by using thefollowing 2 methods. S

4-17VB Administration ToolsRetrieving Values from the Camera Zoom Position of the AdminViewer and Changing SettingsStart up Admin Viewer and set the c

ixHow to Read This ManualNETWORK CAMERAUser’s ManualPlease read this instruction manual carefully before operation.Be sure to read the “a Safe Use of

4-18Tip● You can set a maximum of 10 presets.● Changes in the preset settings are not reflected to the viewer while it is connected.● After the preset

4-19VB Administration ToolsPreset TourA Preset Tour can tour and monitor two or more specified Presets.You can also set Preset Tour with “Presetting B

4-20TipPreset Tour does not operate when the camera is being controlled with the Viewerfor PC, or the Admin Viewer and so on.Preset Setting Toolo Spee

4-21VB Administration Tools2. Select the preset number you want to add tothe Tour Schedule from the Preset settingarea and click the “Add” button.The

4-22Schedule Setting ToolWith the Schedule Setting Tool, you can set up Timer, Motion Detection, Night Mode, ExternalDevice Input and External Device

4-23VB Administration ToolsSchedule Setting Tool Display Screen (Toolbar)There are two kinds of Schedule settings, Normal Schedule and Special Schedul

4-24Normal ScheduleWith Normal Schedule, you can set up a schedule of one week from Sunday to Saturday. Forexample, during the weekend when there is n

4-25VB Administration ToolsSetting Up a Normal ScheduleTo Make Settings...1. With the Normal Schedule displayed, selectan optional schedule number.The

4-26Schedule Setting ToolTip● On Weekly setting, if you specify the same time and the same day in start and endtime, end time will be the same time in

4-27VB Administration ToolsTip● You can register different settings for each setting number. The number of settingnumbers that can be registered diffe