JVC Security Camera VN C215VP4U User Manual

FIXED IP DOME CAMERA  
START-UP GUIDE  
VN-C215VP4U  
For Customer Use:  
Enter below the Serial No. which is located on  
the body.  
Retain this information for future reference.  
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.  
Before beginning to operate this unit,please  
read the instructions carefully to ensure the  
best possible performance.  
VN-C215VP4U  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
LST0530-001A  
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FOR USA AND CANADA  
CAUTION  
Information for USA  
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could  
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply  
with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant  
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are  
designed to provide reasonable protection against  
harmful interference when the equipment is operated  
in a commercial environment. This equipment  
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency  
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance  
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful  
interference to radio communications. Operation of  
this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause  
harmful interference in which case the user will be  
required to correct the interference at his own  
expense.  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF  
ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT  
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO  
USER-SERVICEABLE  
PARTSINSIDE.REFER SERVICING  
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE  
PERSONNEL.  
The lightning flash wish arrowhead  
symbol, within an equilateral triangle is  
intended to alert the user to the pres-  
ence of uninsulated "dangerous volt-  
age" within the product's enclosure that  
may be of sufficient magnitude to con-  
stitute a risk of electric shock to per-  
sons.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
(1)This device may not cause harmful interference,  
and (2) this device must accept any interference  
received, including interference that may cause  
undesired operation.  
The exclamation point within an equi-  
lateral triangle is intended to alert the  
user to the presence of important op-  
erating and maintenance (servicing)  
instructions in the literature accompa-  
nying the appliance.  
Due to design modifications, data given in this  
instruction book are subject to possible change  
without prior notice.  
INFORMATION (FOR CANADA)  
RENSEIGNEMENT (POUR CANADA)  
This Class A digital apparatus complies with  
Canadian ICES-003.  
Cet appareil num rique de la Classe A est  
WARNING (FOR EUROPE):  
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment  
this product may cause radio interference in which  
case the user may be required to take adequate  
measures.  
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Introduction  
Safety Precautions  
(continued)  
Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment  
[European Union]  
This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic equipment should not be  
disposed as general household waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the product  
should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of  
electrical and electronic equipment for proper treatment, recovery and recycling  
in accordance with your national legislation.  
By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to conserve natural resources  
and will help prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human  
health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this  
product. For more information about collection point and recycling of this product,  
please contact your local municipal office, your household waste disposal service  
or the shop where you purchased the product.  
Attention:  
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance  
with national legislation.  
This symbol is  
only valid in  
the European  
Union.  
(Business users)  
If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page  
[Other Countries outside the European Union]  
If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in accordance with  
applicable national legislation or other rules in your country for the treatment of  
old electrical and electronic equipment.  
Dear Customer,  
Sehr geehrter Kunde, sehr geehrte  
Kundin,  
This apparatus is in conformance with the valid  
European directives and standards regarding  
electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety.  
dieses Gerät stimmt mit den gültigen europäischen  
Richtlinien und  
Normen bezüglich elektromagnetischer  
Verträglichkeit und elektrischer  
Sicherheit überein.  
European representative of Victor Company of  
Japan Limited.is:  
JVC Technology Centre Europe GmbH  
P.O.Box 10 05 52  
61145 Friedberg  
Germany  
Die europäische Vertretung für die Victor Company  
of Japan, Limited ist:  
JVC Technology Centre Europe GmbH  
Postfach 100552  
61145 Friedberg  
Deutschland  
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The unit is to be powered by a DC 12 V  
power supply.  
This START-UP GUIDE basic usage of VN-  
C215VP4U.  
For detailed usage of VN-C215VP4U,  
please refer to AINSTRUCTIONSB.  
For latest information, please refer to  
AReadmeB file in the supplied CD-ROM.  
The unit is to be powered by a UL Listed  
DC12 V power supply. (For U type)  
The 12 V DC power supply shall conform to  
the following: Class 2 only (For USA),  
Isolated power supply only (For Europe).  
The supplied CD-ROM includes  
This installation should be made by a  
qualified service person and should conform  
to all local codes.  
[INSTRUCTIONS (this manual)] (pdf), [API  
Guide] (pdf) and [Search Tool].  
To view file in pdf format, the installation of  
AAdobe ReaderBon the Computer is required.  
This installation shall be in accordance with  
the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.  
Any Mention in this manual of Alarm inputs  
have not been evaluated by UL to be used for  
Burglar Alarm Functionality.  
Special technique is required when installing  
this product. Please refer to your dealer for  
installation.  
Rating label is pasted at the bottom of the  
camera.  
JVC is not liable for any compensation if you  
drop the camera due to insecure mounting by  
not following the installation description. Pay  
careful attention during installation.  
When mounting this product to a ceiling or  
wall, select a location strong enough to  
support the weight of this camera. If the  
location is not strong enough to support the  
weight, be sure to reinforce the ceiling or wall  
before installation.  
The camera may drop if the mounting screws  
or pipings are not tightened securely. Check  
that the screws are tightened appropriately  
and securely.  
Do not install the camera near lighting  
fixtures of high temperature, such as spot  
lights. It might result in failure or fires.  
Before starting an important recording, be  
sure to perform a test recording in order to  
confirm that a normal recording is possible.  
We do not accept liability for the loss of a  
recording in the case of it becoming  
impossible to record due to a problem in  
the video camera, VTR, hard disk recorder  
or video tape.  
Make sure you touch the metal surface of  
the [MONITOR] terminal to release the  
static electricity in your body before  
adjusting the camera shooting direction.  
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Introduction  
Motion Detection Feature  
Main Features  
This feature enables output of an alarm upon  
detection of motion in the image within a preset  
area.  
Pre-recorded/post-recorded image files can be  
sent via FTP using the alarm input.  
High anti-dust and waterproof  
performance  
The anti-dust and waterproof mechanism allows  
outdoor installation as the camera is not affected  
by rain.  
Built-in Viewer  
Monitoring via a computer is possible by  
downloading the built-in viewer onto the  
computer.  
(IP66 specifications)  
High Picture Quality  
The camera unit employs a 380,000-pixel CCD  
(1/4") which enables high quality image  
monitoring.  
HTTP-based API  
This product comes with a HTTP-based API.  
This feature enables setting and control via the  
network.  
Wide shooting range  
The adjustment range of the shooting direction is  
wide and the camera can be mounted on a wall  
with the use of a rotation adjustment  
mechanism.  
Unblocked Design  
The dome-shaped design enables ease of use  
without being blocked by the camera.  
High-power varifocal lens  
The built-in varifocal lens (optical zoom 3.6x)  
makes detailed surveillance possible.  
Night surveillance  
How to view this manual  
This product comes with a low luminance feature  
(Easy Day and Night), which switches  
automatically to the high sensitivity mode (black-  
and-white) under low illumination.  
Symbols used  
Note  
: Describes items concerning the  
operation of this product.  
Support for PoE (Power over Ethernet)  
Memo  
: Describes reference information,  
such as functions and usage  
restrictions of this product.  
This product supports PoE (IEEE802.3af) and  
enables power supply from a LAN cable.  
A
: Indicates the reference page  
numbers and reference items.  
Realization of Full Frame Rate  
Data transmission is possible in VGA size at a  
rate of 30 fps.  
About the contents of this manual  
Built-in Web Server  
Setting is possible using the Internet Explorer.  
All rights reserved by JVC. Unauthorized  
duplication or reprinting of this manual, in  
whole or in part, is strictly prohibited.  
Windows is a registered trademark of  
Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.  
All other product names used in this  
manual are trademarks or registered  
trademarks of their respective companies.  
Note that marks such as , and have  
been omitted in this manual.  
Support for Multicast  
This product supports multicast, which enables  
transmission of an image data to multiple  
computers on the network without lowering the  
frame rate.  
Illustrated designs, specifications and other  
contents of this manual are subject to  
change for improvement without prior  
notice.  
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Setting  
Contents  
Introduction  
Operating Environment ....................... 8  
For Setting Using Internet Explorer,  
please refer to the[INSTRUCTIONS]  
Operation  
Operation of Built-in Viewer .............. 39  
Setting Up the Internet Explorer ....40  
Installing the built-in viewer ........... 42  
Screen Configuration of Built-in  
Setup  
Viewer ..................................... 43  
Quitting the Built-in Viewer ............ 44  
Shortcut for Built-in Viewer ............ 44  
Mounting the base ............................ 17  
Mounting the camera  
Specifications .................................... 45  
via electrical box ........................ 21  
Mounting the camera via piping ........ 22  
Power Connection ............................ 24  
Base GND cable connection ............ 25  
Heater cable connection ................... 26  
LAN Cable Connection ..................... 26  
Alarm Input/Output  
Cable Connection ...................... 27  
Adjusting Images .............................. 28  
Mounting the inner dome .................. 30  
Mounting the dome cover ................. 30  
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Introduction  
Operating Environment  
Cautionary Notes  
PC Specification Requirements  
Maintenance and operating  
environment  
OS  
: Windows XP (Professional or  
Home Edition) (SP2)  
CPU  
Memory  
: Pentium4 1.5 GHz (or higher)  
: 1 GB and above  
Do not store in the following environments.  
It might result in malfunctions or failure.  
Hard disk space : Free space of 20 MB and  
above  
Video Card  
Hot or cold locations beyond the  
surrounding temperature range of -10  
I
to  
: 1024
ן
768 pixels or higher,  
True Color (24 or 32 bits)  
: Internet Explorer Version 6.0  
50I.  
Locations beyond the allowable operating  
humidity range of 35%RH to 85%RH.  
(condensation is not allowed)  
Near equipment that produces strong  
magnetic fields, such as transformers or  
motors.  
Near equipment that emits radio waves,  
such as transceivers and mobile phones.  
Locations with excessive dust and sand.  
Locations that are subject to excessive  
vibration.  
Web browser  
LAN Environment  
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX(PoE) network  
interconnected using an IEEE802.3-  
compliant switching hub.  
IEEE802.3af-compliant switching hub when  
PoE is in use.  
IGMPv2-compliant network when multicast is  
in use.  
Locations prone to moisture such as window  
side.  
Locations subject to steam or oil, such as  
kitchens.  
Locations that emit radiation, X-rays or  
corrosive gases.  
Memo:  
The above PC specifications are merely  
guides for smooth use of the applications,  
and not a guarantee of their operation.  
Depending on the condition of use,  
applications may not run smoothly even when  
the user’s computer meets the specification  
requirements.  
Use of this product and cables connected to  
this product at locations where strong electric  
waves and magnetic waves are generated  
(e.g., near radio, TV, transformer, motor, etc.)  
may cause noise interferences in the images  
or changes in the color.  
Do not install at locations where cold air is  
circulated, such as near the air vent of an air  
conditioner.The drastic change in  
temperature may fog up the dome cover.  
Do not install at locations that may trap heat.  
This product also discharges heat from the  
surface. As such, do not install it at locations  
that may trap heat, such as wall corners.  
Compliance to IP66 standards does not  
guarantee that the product is free from water  
seepage under any environment.  
Handling of Equipment  
Do not block vents around the equipment.  
Inadequate heat ventilation may result in  
malfunction of this product. Be sure not to block  
vents around the product.  
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To prevent fogging caused by temperature  
changes, be sure to put the supplied silica gel  
at the specified location. (A Pg. 20)  
Others  
This product has a built-in AGC circuit. When  
AGC is AOnB, the product sensitivity  
increases automatically at dark places and  
the image on the screen may appear grainy.  
This is not a malfunction.  
When multicast is in use, use the IGMPv2-  
compliant network switch.  
Electricity can be supplied to this product  
either by using the PoE or connecting to the  
DC12 V power supply. Make sure to select  
only one mode of electrical supply.  
When White Balance is set to AAutoB, the  
principle of automatic tracking white balance  
circuit may cause the color of the image to be  
different from the actual color of the object,  
depending on the condition of the object.  
However, this is not a malfunction.  
Connecting the power cable and the LAN  
cable for the PoE at the same time may result  
in failure or malfunction of the camera.  
(A Pg. 24)(A Pg. 25)  
If a high-intensity object (such as a lamp) is  
shot, vertical lines may appear on the image  
(smear phenomenon) or blurring may occur  
around the high-intensity object (blooming  
phenomenon). This is a CCD characteristic  
and is not a malfunction.  
Copyrights of video  
With the exception of the user being the  
copyright holder or when permission has  
been granted concerning duplication, etc. by  
the copyright holder, permission is required in  
principle for the duplication, modification,  
transmission, etc. of copyrighted video/audio.  
Unauthorized duplication, modification,  
transmission, etc. of copyrighted material  
may constitute a copyright infringement and  
the user may be liable to compensate for any  
damages. When using copyrighted video/  
audio, be sure to check thoroughly the  
license agreement, etc. of the copyrighted  
material.  
The electronic shutter of this product is set to  
1/60 by default. To prevent flickering under  
fluorescent lighting (except inverter  
illumination) in a location with commercial  
power frequency of 50 Hz, switch the shutter  
speed to 1/100. (The sensitivity decreases a  
little when the shutter speed is 1/100.)  
When Easy Day and Night is set to AOnB, the  
image becomes black and white in dark  
locations. As the sensitivity is increased at  
this time, the screen may appear grainy and  
white spots may also increase. In addition,  
when color images are changed to black and  
white, bright areas of the screen are  
When there are rights or rights holders of the  
duplicating subject, permission may be  
required for shooting or using (processing) it.  
Be sure to check thoroughly the licensing  
conditions.  
emphasized and they may be difficult to see.  
However, this is not a malfunction.  
Maintenance  
The image may be distorted or be mixed with  
noises when the power voltage is cut off  
instantaneously or is lowered by a lightning  
strike or by switching on an air conditioner.  
Be sure to turn off the power before  
performing maintenance.  
Wipe off dirt on the dome cover with a lens-  
cleaning cloth or a soft cloth. Wiping with  
thinner or benzene may dissolve or tarnish its  
surface. For dirt that cannot be easily  
removed, wipe using a neutral detergent  
diluted with water, followed by wiping with a  
dry cloth.  
When this product is moved from a cold place  
to a warm room, condensation may occur  
and the product may not operate properly. In  
this case, leave it for an hour under room  
temperature before turning on the power.  
The rotation angle of this product is set to  
wide angle to support wide range equipment.  
When the lens zoom is wide and the tilt angle  
is approximately 70Њ, the rotation angle may  
cause part of the product to be reflected in  
the image.  
Saving Energy  
When not in use for a long period, turn off the  
power of the system to prevent risk and to  
reduce power consumption.  
In this case, adjust the field angle if required.  
(A Pg. 28)  
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Introduction  
Name and Function of Parts  
Camera unit  
K
J
A
B
I
H
G
C
D
E
F
A Mounting hole 
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 2  
D Piping hole plug/Piping hole (side)  
Use these when mounting the base to the  
ceiling, wall or electrical box.  
(A Pg. 17)(A Pg. 21)  
This is used to mount the camera directly on the  
piping from the side. A piping hole plug is  
attached to this hole by default. (A Pg. 23)  
E Dome cover  
The dome cover is fragile. Take care when  
handling it.  
Note:  
To mount the camera using an electrical box,  
please check with your dealer or nearest JVC  
servicing center.  
F Inner dome  
Before mounting the camera, remove it and  
perform image angle setting.  
(A Pg. 17)  
B Holes for connection cable and piping  
This hole is for pulling out the connection cable.  
You can also use this hole to mount the camera  
directly on the piping. (Piping hole: G3/4-  
14UNC)  
G Dome cover fastening screw  
These are fastening screws for the dome cover.  
(A Pg. 22)  
H Base  
C Fall-prevention wire mounting screw  
Mount the base to the ceiling, wall or electrical  
box before mounting the camera.  
(A Pg. 17)(A Pg. 21)  
This is used to mount the fall-prevention wire to  
the camera. (The fall-prevention wire is not  
supplied.)  
Note:  
Connect the fall-prevention wire to prevent  
the camera from dropping.  
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I Power cable for heater (AC 24 V)  
(Gray, White)  
Note:  
When installing a heater (sold separately:  
KA-ZH215) to this product, be sure to  
connect to AC 24 V.  
The AC 24 V power supply should conform to  
the following : Class 2 only (For USA),  
Isolated power supply only (For Europe).  
Please consult your nearest JVC dealer  
regarding heaters.  
J Base GND cable (Purple)  
(A Pg. 25)  
K Power supply/Alarm signal cable  
(A Pg. 24)(A Pg. 27)  
Signal name  
Alarm input 1  
Cable color  
Pink  
Alarm input 2  
Blue  
Alarm output 1  
Alarm output 2  
GND  
Orange  
Yellow  
Brown  
Red  
DC 12 V power supply+  
DC 12 V power supply-  
Black  
Note:  
Do not use PoE together with DC 12 V power  
supply. Simultaneous connection will cause  
failure or malfunction.  
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Introduction  
Name and Function of Parts  
(continued)  
Inside the camera  
L
Lens section  
(A Next page)  
b
a
Z
M
N
O
P
Y
X
Q
R
MAC address  
S
T
U
W
V
L [10BASE-T/100BASE-TX(PoE)]  
Q [RESET] Reset button  
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX terminal  
This is a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX terminal.  
It connects to the network via LAN cable.  
(A Pg. 26)  
This is a button for rebooting the camera. Press  
this button and release within 5 seconds to  
reboot the camera. It takes about 1 minute for  
the camera to reboot. During startup, [RESET]  
button is disabled.  
M Rotation Knob  
Note:  
This knob rotates the lens section and adjusts  
Pressing the [RESET] button for 5 seconds or  
longer switches the camera to the service  
verification mode. Do not press the button for  
5 seconds or longer.  
the tilting of the image. (A Pg. 28)  
N
Rotation center mark  
(A Pg. 28)  
O Fall-prevention wire  
R Status indicator  
It connects the base  
H
to the dome cover  
E.  
This indicator appears blinking when the power  
is turned on and turns off when the camera  
startup is completed. Check the camera or the  
connected device if the indicator remains  
blinking when the camera is in use.  
P Camera Fastening Screw 
ן
2  
This secures the camera unit  
T
and the base  
H.  
How to remove (A Pg. 17)  
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S [MONITOR] Monitor terminal (RCA pin)  
(A Pg. 28)  
Lens section  
T Heater power connector  
SPOT  
This power connector is used when the camera  
is installed with a heater (sold separately: KA-  
ZH215).  
FOCUS ADJ  
IRIS ADJ  
U Heater space  
Memo:  
When mounting the heater (sold separately  
:KA-ZH215), read the instruction manual of  
the heater carefully before mounting.  
FOR SERVICE  
d
L
H
e
f
IRIS  
LEVEL  
V Camera unit  
W Camera Fastening Claw 
ן
2  
This claw fastens the camera unit to the base. To  
remove the base, push it towards the direction of  
the arrow and remove. (A Pg. 17)  
X [MAC address] MAC address indicator  
c
[FOCUS ADJ] Focus adjustment button  
The MAC address is a unique physical address  
of the product. This address cannot be altered.  
This is used to adjust the lens focus.  
Press the button to open the lens iris for 30  
seconds. The focus is now easier to adjust as  
the depth of field becomes shallow. (A Pg. 29)  
Y Tilt fastening screw  
After adjusting the field angle, tighten the screw  
so that the camera field angle will not be  
misaligned when using the camera in locations  
with vigorous vibrations. (A Pg. 28)  
Memo:  
Pressing the focus adjustment button  
automatically activates the electronic shutter. The  
screen may flicker but this is not a malfunction.  
Z Imaging Direction mark  
Install the camera facing the arrow in the  
shooting direction.  
d [IRIS LEVEL] Iris level adjustment dial  
a Lug plate  
This plate fastens the silica gel.  
(A Pg. 20)  
This dial adjusts the iris level of the auto iris lens.  
Normally, adjustment is not required. Adjust if  
required, depending on the conditions of the object.  
b Silica gel insertion space  
(A Pg. 20)  
To darken: Anti-clockwise direction (towards L)  
To brighten: Clockwise direction (towards H)  
Memo:  
Adjust the iris level after [AGC] is set to  
AOff  
B.  
For AAGC function settingsB, please refer to  
the [INSTRUCTIONS](pdf) in the supplied CD-  
ROM.  
If AOffB is not set, turning the dial towards L  
will activate the AGC function. The camera  
sensitivity increases and the image quality  
becomes grainy.  
e Focus adjustment ring  
Move the ring to the left and right to adjust the focus.  
(A  
Pg. 29)  
f Zoom adjustment ring  
Move the ring to the left and right to adjust the field angle.  
(
A
Pg. 29)  
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Introduction  
Saving JPEG images to the FTP server  
at regular intervals  
Features  
Monitoring Via Built-in Viewer  
JPEG images may be uploaded to the FTP  
server at regular intervals.  
VN-C215VP4U comes with a built-in ActiveX  
viewer.  
Monitoring of VN-C215VP4U images using the  
computer is possible by installing this built-in  
viewer on the computer. Images that are  
currently displayed may also be captured in the  
computer’s hard disk.  
VN-C215VP4U  
AOperation of Built-in ViewerB (A Pg. 39)  
Network  
VN-C215VP4U  
Computer  
Sending latest  
images to FTP  
regularly  
Alarm  
Network  
VN-C215VP4U comes with a motion detection  
feature and dual alarm input.  
Computer  
By motion detection or alarm input, action such  
as mail delivery, message transmission via TCP/  
UDP, alarm output can be triggered.  
Combination of alarm inputs can be trigger.  
Installing an FTP server enables uploading of  
images before and after the alarm input time  
(pre-/post-recording) to the server.  
Monitoring Via Multicast  
Monitoring using multiple computers is possible  
via multicast.  
VN-C215VP4U  
VN-C215VP4U  
Alarm Device  
Computer  
Network  
IGMPv2  
compliant  
Computer  
Sending images  
before and after  
alarm input  
Network  
Computer  
Computer  
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Restrictions on Clients  
It is possible for VN-C215VP4U to permit or deny  
image acquisition of designated IP addresses.  
Control via customized application  
software  
The following uses are also possible by  
developing a customized application software  
that supports the API of VN-C215VP4U.  
For details, please refer to the [API Guide] in the  
attached CD-ROM.  
Monitoring via the computer while at the  
same time recording images to the HDD.  
Recording by changing the frame size/frame  
rate during alarm occurrence.  
Recording the type and time of alarm occurrence  
to the computer.  
For detailed usage of VN-C215VP4U ,  
please refer to [INSTRUCTIONS] (pdf) in  
the supplied CD-ROM.  
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Setup  
Procedures  
Setup (A Pg. 16)  
Mount the camera and configure  
image settings.  
step 1  
The connection and setup procedures are  
described as below.  
K
Make sure you touch the metal surface of  
the [MONITOR] terminal to release the  
static electricity from your body. Static  
electricity may cause the camera to  
malfunction.  
Network Settings  
(A Pg. 32)  
step 2  
Configure the network settings of  
the computer and this camera.  
Make sure that various parts of the camera  
do not drop on the floor when mounting the  
base to the ceiling or connecting the cable  
of the camera unit.  
K
When mounting the heater (sold separately  
: KA-ZH215), read the instruction manual of  
the heater carefully before mounting.  
Internet Explorer Settings  
T For details, please refer to the  
[INSTRUCTIONS](pdf) in the  
supplied CD-ROM.  
step 3  
K
Operation of Built-in Viewer  
(A Pg. 39)  
step 4  
Monitoring and still image saving  
operations are possible using the  
built-in viewer.  
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Removing the dome cover  
Mounting the base  
1.Remove the dome cover  
Loosen the dome cover fastening screws (x3)  
with the wrench (supplied) and remove the dome  
cover.  
Remove the camera unit from the base and  
mount the base to the ceiling or wall.  
To mount on a wall, use the same procedures  
below but replace the word “ceiling” with “wall”.  
Memo:  
Setup  
The dome cover is connected to the base via  
a fall-prevention wire.  
If necessary, use the attached template to drill  
a hole (R30 mm, 1-1/8 inches) for mounting.  
R30 mm  
(1-1/8 inches)  
Wrench (Supplied)  
Fall-prevention wire  
(not attached)  
Approx. 100 mm  
(3-7/8 inches)  
Power cable,  
alarm cable,  
heater cable  
Fall-prevention  
wire  
LAN cable  
1.Remove the camera unit from the base  
2.Remove the inner dome  
The inner dome is secured by 3 claws. Remove  
the inner dome from the claws.  
A Loosen the camera fastening screws (x2)  
with the screw driver.  
B Remove the camera from the base while  
Note:  
pressing in the two claws.  
Make sure you touch the metal surface of the  
[MONITOR] terminal to release the static  
electricity from your body. Static electricity  
may cause the camera to malfunction.  
A
B
Claw  
(2 locations)  
Inner  
dome  
Camera unit  
Base  
Claw  
(3 locations)  
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Setup  
Mounting the base (continued)  
Cable connection  
1.Connect the LAN cable (A Pg. 26)  
2.Mount the fall-prevention wire to the base  
(The fall-prevention wire is not attached)  
2.Connect the power cable, alarm cable and  
heater cable  
Remove the fall-prevention wire mounting screw  
of the base and mount the fall-prevention wire.  
(A Pg. 24)(A Pg. 26)(A Pg. 27)  
Memo:  
Note:  
The power cable must not be connected  
when PoE is used.  
Also pay careful attention to the length,  
strength, wiring and material (insulation  
quality) of the fall-prevention wire to be used.  
For the fall-prevention wire, the inside  
diameter of the ring section to be mounted on  
the camera unit should be between R4.1 mm  
and R6.5 mm, and the outside diameter  
should be below R12 mm.  
When the camera is installed with a heater  
(sold separately: KA-ZH215), be sure to  
connect it to AC 24 V power supply.  
The AC 24 V power supply should conform to  
the following : Class 2 only (For USA),  
Isolated power supply only (For Europe).  
3.Wind the waterproof tape  
3.Mount the fall-prevention wire to a strong  
location.  
Mount the fall-prevention wire to a strong  
location to prevent fall.  
4.Mounting the base  
Face the imaging direction mark inside the base  
(j) in the shooting direction and mount the base.  
When mounting to a wall, face the imaging  
direction mark (j) upwards.  
Power cable, alarm  
cable  
Use two R4 mm screws for mounting.  
2
LAN cable  
Note:  
Solder or crimp  
When mounting to a wall, be sure to face the  
imaging direction mark (j) upwards.  
R4 mm screws are not supplied. Use the  
appropriate type according to the material of  
the location for mounting.  
Wind the  
waterproof tape  
3
Wind the insulation tape  
The two attached screws (M4 
ן
8 mm) are  
for mounting the base to the adapter plate.  
Do not use them here.  
1
10BASE-T/  
100BASE-  
TX(PoE)  
Fall-prevention  
wire  
terminal  
3
Base  
LAN cable  
8 mm  
2
2 mm  
Note:  
Be careful not to drop the camera when it is  
removed from the base.  
Towards the shooting  
4
direction  
R4 mm screw  
(Face upwards when  
mounting to wall)  
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2.Mount the camera to the base  
Mounting the camera  
Push in the two claws until you hear a click  
sound.  
Fill up the piping hole and mounting hole with  
sealant, mount the camera to the base and  
insert silica gel.  
Note:  
Mount the camera such that the cables and  
fall-prevention wire of the dome cover are not  
caught in between.  
1.Fill up the holes with sealant  
Use sealant to fill up the mounting holes (x2) to  
which the piping hole and screws are mounted.  
3.Secure the camera with the camera  
fastening screws (x2).  
Tighten the camera fastening screws (x2) with  
the screw driver and secure the camera.  
2
Sealant  
Claw  
(2 locations)  
Memo:  
Use GE silicon or other equivalent for the  
sealant.  
3
Note:  
If the mounting holes (x2) are not completely  
sealed up with sealant, water or moisture  
may seep in and fog up the lens and dome  
cover. Seal up these holes completely.  
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Setup  
Mounting the camera  
(continued)  
4.Insert the supplied silica gel  
Take out the silica gel from its aluminum pack,  
insert it in the space for silica gel inside the  
camera and secure with a lug plate.  
Space for inserting  
silica gel  
Silica gel  
Lug plate  
Memo:  
Be sure to replace the silica gel when you  
reconnect or reinstall the camera during  
repair or maintenance.  
For replacement, please consult your nearby  
JVC’s dealer.  
Use silica gel of service parts number  
LW40500-001A for the parts to be replaced.  
Note:  
Pay attention that rain does not seep into the  
camera when mounting it during rainy days.  
Be sure to use the supplied silica gel. Failure  
to do so may fog up the camera lens or dome  
cover.  
If the field angle is not adjusted immediately  
after mounting the camera, insert the silica  
gel after adjustment. The silica gel will lose its  
effect if it is exposed to air for a long time.  
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Mounting the camera via  
electrical box  
Mount the base to an electrical box.  
1.Remove the camera unit from the base  
(A Pg. 17)  
2.Mount the base to the electrical box  
Use two mounting holes and two M4 screws to  
mount the base to the electrical box.  
Memo:  
M4 screws are not supplied.  
4 inch square electrical box  
M4 screw (not supplied)  
3.The following procedures are the same as  
normal mounting  
Cable connection (A Pg. 18)  
Mounting the camera to the base  
(A Pg. 19)  
Image adjustment (A Pg. 28)  
Mounting the inner dome (  
A
Pg. 30)  
Mounting the dome cover (A Pg. 30)  
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Setup  
Mounting the camera via  
piping  
4
Seal tape  
12 mm and below  
Fall-prevention wire  
Use a piping hole to mount the camera.  
Use the piping hole at the bottom of the  
base to mount the camera  
1.Remove the camera unit from the base  
(A Pg. 17)  
8 mm  
2.Mount the fall-prevention wire to the base  
(A Pg. 18)  
2 mm  
3.Wind the seal tape  
Wind the joint (where the threaded portion of the  
piping hole and the tapped hole of the piping  
meets) of the piping with seal tape for more than  
2 rounds.  
4.Mount the base to the piping  
RM4 mm screw  
Turn the base in a clockwise direction and screw  
into the piping. (Piping hole: G3/4-14 UNC)  
7.The following procedures are the same as  
normal mounting  
Note:  
Do not screw in the piping for more than 12  
mm deep. Otherwise, it may damage the  
internal parts of the camera.  
Cable connection (A Pg. 18)  
Mounting the camera to the base  
(A Pg. 19)  
Image adjustment (A Pg. 28)  
5.Secure the base to the ceiling  
Use RM4 mm screws (x2) to secure the base  
tightly to the ceiling.  
Mounting the inner dome (  
A
Pg. 30)  
Mounting the dome cover (A Pg. 30)  
Check that there is no gap between the  
ceiling and the base.  
Note:  
RM4 screws are not supplied. Use the  
appropriate type according to the material of  
the location for mounting.  
The two attached screws (M4 
ן
8 mm) are  
for mounting the base to the adapter plate.  
Do not use them here.  
AMounting the camera via electrical box  
B
(A  
Pg. 21)  
6.Mount the fall-prevention wire to a strong  
location (A Pg. 18)  
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4.Mount the piping hole plug to the piping  
hole at the bottom of the base  
Using the piping hole at the side of the  
base to mount the camera  
5.Mount the base to the piping  
Screw the piping into the piping hole at the side  
of the base.  
When the camera is not directly mounted on a  
ceiling, use the piping hole at the side of the  
base to mount the camera to the piping.  
(Piping hole: G3/4-14 UNC)  
1.Remove the camera unit from the base  
and mount the fall-prevention wire  
(A Pg. 17)(A Pg. 18)  
Note:  
Do not screw in the piping for more than 12  
mm deep. Otherwise, it may damage the  
internal parts of the camera.  
2.Wind the seal tape  
Wind the joint (where the threaded portion of the  
piping hole and the tapped hole of the piping  
meets) of the piping with seal tape for more than  
2 rounds.  
Piping hole  
plug  
Seal tape  
3.Remove the piping hole plug of the base  
Loosen the mounting screw (M3 x 6 mm) with a  
straight slot screw driver and pull out the plug  
from the side of the base.  
6.The following procedures are the same as  
normal mounting  
Cable connection (A Pg. 18)  
Mounting the camera to the base  
(A Pg. 19)  
Piping hole plug  
Image adjustment (A Pg. 28)  
Mounting the inner dome (  
Mounting the dome cover (  
A
A
Pg. 30)  
Pg. 30)  
Mounting  
screw  
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Setup  
Connecting to the DC12 V power supply  
Power Connection  
Electricity can be supplied to this product either  
by using the PoE or connecting to the DC 12 V  
power supply.  
Connect this product to the DC12 V power  
supply when not using the PoE.  
Connect the polarity correctly.  
When electricity is supplied to the camera,  
the status indicator blinks, and turns off when  
startup is complete.  
Red  
: DC12 V+  
: DC12 V-  
Black  
Note:  
Note:  
Make sure to select only one mode of  
electrical supply. Connecting the power cable  
and the LAN cable for the PoE at the same  
time may result in failure or malfunction of the  
camera.  
Make sure to select only one mode of  
electrical supply. Connecting the power cable  
and the LAN cable for the PoE at the same  
time may result in failure or malfunction of the  
camera.  
Using the PoE  
Base  
Connect to a device that supports PoE and  
supply electricity from the LAN cable.  
Power cable  
What is PoE (Power over Ethernet)?  
This is a function that enables operation of a  
LAN equipment without a power cable by  
supplying power simultaneously with the data  
using a LAN cable.  
Black:  
Red:  
DC12 V+  
DC12 V-  
LAN cable  
Solder or  
crimp  
Wind the  
waterproof  
tape  
Connect to PoE-  
compatible device  
Insulation tape  
Heater power cable  
(White, Gray)  
10BASE-T/  
100BASE-  
TX(PoE)  
terminal  
LAN cable  
Memo:  
Memo:  
About the power cable  
For details on the connection method and  
cable type, please refer to ALAN Cable  
ConnectionB (A Pg. 26).  
When using 2-core VVF (Vinyl-insulated  
vinyl-sheath cable), the connection distance  
is as follows: (Reference value)  
Maximum  
extension  
90 m  
(300 ft)  
240 m  
(790 ft)  
390 m  
(1280 ft)  
Conductor  
Diameter  
(mm)  
R
1.0 and  
R
1.6 and  
R
2.0 and  
above  
above  
above  
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Base GND cable connection  
Warning  
The rated power of this product is DC12 V.  
Make sure to use it with the correct voltage.  
Supplying a power different from the rated  
value may result in failures and in the worst  
scenario, smoking and fire.  
To mount the camera to the base at a location  
insulated from the ground, connect DC12 V-  
(Black) cable with the base GND cable (Purple).  
Memo:  
In a system where multiple units of VN-  
C215VP4U are used, turn on the power of  
only 1 unit to configure the IP address  
settings via the Internet Explorer. Upon doing  
so, turn on the power of the second unit and  
configure accordingly. Configure the camera  
settings using the same procedure.  
Whenever duplication of IP addresses  
occurs, check that there is only one VN-  
C215VP4U under the same LAN  
environment and wait for at least 10 minutes.  
Access to VN-C215VP4U may be denied  
unless you restore the power supply of all  
network devices under the same LAN  
environment.  
Base  
Base GND cable  
(Purple)  
Solder or crimp  
Wind the waterproof tape  
Insulation tape  
DC12 V- cable  
(Black)  
To use AA-P700 in the power supply unit,  
connect one unit of this product. Also refer to  
the AA-P700 instruction manual.  
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Setup  
LAN Cable Connection  
Heater cable connection  
Connect the camera to a hub or computer using  
a LAN cable.  
When connecting to a hub  
Make use of a straight cable.  
When connecting to a computer  
Make use of a Cross Over cable.  
AC24 V power supply  
Solder or  
crimp  
Wind the  
waterproof tape  
Insulation tape  
Heater power cable  
(White, Gray)  
10BASE-T/  
100BASE-  
TX(PoE)  
terminal  
LAN cable  
Note:  
Note:  
When installing a heater unit (sold  
separately: KA-ZH215) to this product, be  
sure to connect to AC 24 V.  
Cross cables cannot be used with some  
computer models. When connecting VN-  
C215VP4U directly to a computer, make sure  
to check the computer’s LAN specifications in  
advance.  
When installing a heater unit (sold  
separately: KA-ZH215), read the heater  
instruction manual carefully before installing.  
The AC 24 V power supply should conform to  
the following : Class 2 only (For USA),  
Isolated power supply only (For Europe).  
Please consult your nearest JVC dealer  
regarding heaters.  
Memo:  
Sealed cables are recommended for outdoor  
use.  
Make use of a Category 5 (or higher) cable in  
the case of 100BASE-TX.  
About heater cables  
Maximum  
extension  
40 m  
(130 ft)  
120 m  
(390 ft)  
180 m  
(590 ft)  
Conductor  
Diameter  
(mm)  
R
1.0  
R
1.6  
R2.0  
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Alarm Input  
Alarm Input/Output Cable  
Connection  
Connect the alarm input/output cables with  
external devices such as a sensor, buzzer, etc.  
Connect this terminal to sensor devices, such as  
an infrared sensor, door sensor, metal sensor,  
manual switch, etc.  
Input requirements  
Signal name  
Alarm input 1  
Alarm input 2  
Alarm output 1  
Alarm output 2  
GND  
Cable color  
Pink  
No-voltage relay NPN open collector input  
Polarity of input detection can be selected  
using a software  
Make/Break (500 ms and above)  
Circuit current at low level: 0.3 mA  
Applied voltage at high level: 3.3 V  
Blue  
Orange  
Yellow  
Camera  
unit  
Sensor example (1)  
Brown  
DC3.3 V  
Input 1  
or Input 2  
VCC  
R
R
Cable to use  
Length of 50 m or shorter  
UL1007, UL1015 or equivalent products  
AWG#22 - AWG#18 or equivalent products  
OUT  
3.3 V  
GND  
0.3 mA  
GND  
(Alarm input equivalent circuit)  
Sensor example (2)  
Relay switch etc.  
OUT  
GND  
Alarm input/output  
cables  
Alarm Output  
Connect this terminal to annunciating devices, such  
as annunciators, indicators, lights, buzzers, etc.  
Solder or crimp  
LAN cable  
Output requirements  
Wind the  
waterproof  
tape  
Equivalent to NPN open collector output (Set  
the output put logic via the Internet Explorer)  
Allowable applied voltage: DC12 V and below  
Allowable inflow current: 50 mA  
Insulation tape  
3
Momentary (100 ms to 5000 ms) output  
(Set time via the Internet Explorer )  
Example of  
annunciating  
Camera  
unit  
devices  
DC 12 V  
Output 1  
or Output 2  
R
IN  
Note:  
GND  
GND  
Noises from an external source may cause  
malfunctions even when the cable used is  
shorter than 50 m. In this case, use a  
shielded cable or move the cable away from  
the noise source.  
(Alarm output equivalent circuit)  
Note:  
Connect the GND cable of this camera to the  
GND of the annunciating device.  
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Setup  
Adjusting Images  
Pan: 175 Њ  
When the camera is mounted, adjust the image  
settings while looking at the actual image.  
Mounting the test monitor  
Connect the [MONITOR] terminal of the camera  
to the test monitor to adjust the camera shooting  
direction, field angle and focus.  
T When configuring, turn on the power of the  
camera.  
Rotation: 175  
Њ
Tilt: 70 Њ  
[MONITOR]  
terminal  
Shooting direction mark  
Pan center mark  
Rotation center mark  
SPOT  
S
S
ADJ  
ADJ  
Rotation clasp  
:Make sure you hold  
and turn this clasp when  
adjusting the rotation.  
CE  
75 K terminated  
H
IRIS  
EVEL  
Memo:  
Rotate both pan and rotation 175 Њ from the  
positions aligned with the camera imaging  
direction mark, pan center mark and rotation  
center mark. Make sure you hold the rotation  
knob and adjust the rotation without holding  
the lens section.  
After adjusting the field angle, tighten and  
secure the tilt fastening screw so that the field  
angle will not be misaligned when using the  
camera in locations with vigorous vibrations.  
(A Pg. 12)  
Test monitor  
Adjusting the camera shooting direction  
This camera can be adjusted for pan, tilt and  
rotation. Adjust the direction and face the  
camera towards the object.  
Note:  
Make sure you touch the metal surface of the  
[MONITOR] terminal to release the static  
electricity from your body. Static electricity  
may cause the camera to malfunction.  
Note:  
Moving the camera when it has exceeded the  
adjustment range may cause its performance  
to deteriorate.  
As the tilt and rotation range of this camera is  
wide, part of the camera may be reflected in  
the shooting screen depending on the field  
angle and direction.  
Do not hold the lens section when adjusting  
the camera direction. The lens section may  
be damaged if you apply force to it.  
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Field angle adjustment  
Adjusting field angle, focus and  
brightness  
Loosen the fastening screw of the zoom  
adjustment ring, move the ring left and right and  
adjust the image size.  
Once you have decided the shooting direction,  
you can adjust the field angle, focus and  
brightness.  
Focus adjustment  
Press the focus adjustment button. The Iris will  
open for approximately 30 seconds. Loosen the  
fastening screw of the focus adjustment ring,  
move the ring left and right and adjust the focus.  
Note:  
Be sure to hold the dome cover over the lens  
when adjusting the focus. The dome cover is  
made thicker for performance purposes. If  
focus is not adjusted with the dome cover  
held over the lens, the camera may be out of  
focus when the dome cover is actually  
attached.  
Memo:  
Repeat “Field angle adjustment” and “Focus  
adjustment” two to three times to adjust the  
settings.  
After adjustment is complete, tighten and  
secure the respective fastening screws.  
Pressing the focus adjustment button  
automatically activates the electronic shutter.  
The screen may flicker but this is not a  
malfunction.  
When adjusting focus, hold the dome cover  
over the lens such that the optical axis of the  
lens and the center of the dome cover is  
perpendicular to each other and the image is  
not distorted. (Refer to the diagram below)  
Brightness adjustment  
Normally, adjustment is not required. If  
necessary, adjust the Iris level.  
To darken  
: Anti-clockwise direction  
(towards L)  
To brighten  
: Clockwise direction (towards  
H)  
Note:  
Do not adjust the iris level within 30 seconds  
after pressing the focus adjustment button.  
The electronic shutter will activate and you  
will not be able to adjust correctly.  
When adjusting the iris level, set the [AGC]  
function to AOffB. Otherwise, when the level is  
turned too far toward L, the [AGC] function  
activates, hence increasing sensitivity and  
the picture may look grainy.  
Focus  
adjustment button  
FOCUS ADJUST  
Iris level  
adjustment dial  
L
H
IRIS  
LEVEL  
Zoom adjustment ring  
W
T
Focus adjustment ring  
N
F
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Setup  
Mounting the inner dome  
Mounting the dome cover  
After all settings are complete, mount the inner  
dome to the camera.  
1.Clean the dome cover  
Before mounting, remove and clean any dust or  
dirt on the dome cover.  
1.Mount the inner dome  
Mount the inner dome to the claws (x3).  
Memo:  
Dirt on the dome cover may be reflected in  
the images.  
Note:  
Do not pull or apply excessive force to the  
dome cover.  
Claw  
(3 locations)  
2.Mount the dome cover to the base  
Align the base with the position alignment marks  
(x3) on the dome cover and mount the dome  
cover.  
3.Secure the dome cover  
Tighten the dome cover fastening screws (x3)  
with wrench (supplied) and secure.  
Inner  
dome  
38  
Position alignment marks  
(3 locations)  
Note:  
Mount the inner dome without covering the  
lens.  
When mounting the inner dome, make sure  
that the position of the lens is not shifted.  
Otherwise, the configured field angle will be  
distorted.  
2
3
Wrench (Supplied)  
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Note:  
Secure the dome cover tightly. Insecure  
mounting may increase humidity, fog up the  
camera or the cover may drop.  
When the cover is removed again after  
mounting the dome cover, adjust the field  
angle.  
Make sure that the fall-prevention wire of the  
dome cover is not caught between the dome  
cover and the base. Otherwise, the anti-dust  
and waterproof function may not work  
properly.  
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Setting  
Insufficient network bandwidth  
Network Requirements  
When there is insufficient bandwidth, the number  
of JPEG frames (frame rate) that the client can  
acquire will decrease.  
Ensure that there is sufficient network  
bandwidth for the data volume to be sent out  
by VN-C215VP4U.  
Data volume to be sent by VN-C215VP4U varies  
with the settings and number of distributions.  
Network Delay  
The maximum bit rate from VN-C215VP4U is  
When the client acquires JPEG via TCP, VN-  
C215VP4U will send out data while checking the  
ACK from the client at the same time. For  
networks with considerable delay, data cannot be  
sent out until ACK is received, and therefore the  
frame rate will drop.  
about 9 Mbps.  
Estimation of total bit rate  
The JPEG file size per frame varies with the encoding  
settings as well as input video signals. The following  
table may be used as a reference. When VFS is  
selected, the quantization table during JPEG  
encoding will be maintained and the file size will  
increase/decrease according to the input signals.  
When AFS is selected, encoding will be performed  
such that the average size of multiple JPEG images is  
the target file size.  
Drop of frame rate due to network delay can be  
eliminated by sending data via multicast.  
Network Jitter  
When there is considerable network jitter, delay time  
may be prolonged and the image frame rate may drop.  
Packet Loss  
Picture Quality  
Control Method  
VGA File  
Size  
QVGA File  
Size  
When acquiring images from VN-C215VP4U via  
TCP, packet loss may be recovered by resending  
by TCP. When there is considerable delay during  
resending, however, missing data may occur and  
the image frame rate may drop.  
When packet loss occurs during multicast  
sending from VN-C215VP4U, the image frame  
rate may drop.  
VFS  
1 (High)  
80 KB  
60 KB  
40 KB  
30 KB  
27 KB  
20 KB  
13 KB  
10 KB  
(Variable  
2
3
File Size)  
4
(Medium)  
5
25 KB  
20 KB  
15 KB  
8 KB  
7 KB  
5 KB  
List of protocols and port numbers used  
by VN-C215VP4U  
6
7 (Low)  
VN-C215VP4U uses the protocols and port  
numbers listed below. Ensure that these ports are  
allowed through the firewall when a firewall is to be  
installed.  
AFS  
(Average File Size)  
Selection  
may be  
made from  
the range  
between 10  
Selection  
may be  
made from  
the range  
between 3  
Protocol/Port No.  
Purpose of Use  
and 100 KB and 33 KB  
TCP/80  
JPEG acquisition, Web  
Settings page, API  
VN-C215VP4U accepts requests from up to a  
maximum of 5 clients. In addition, it also allows  
transmission of 1 multicast stream. The total frame  
rate refers to the sum of these frame rates.  
For example, when 10 fps is requested by 2  
clients, and in addition multicast is transmitted at  
a rate of 10 fps, the total frame rate will be:  
TCP/20, 21  
TCP/25  
FTP  
Mail delivery  
TCP/User Setting No. Alarm sending  
UDP/User Setting No. Alarm sending  
UDP/User Setting No. Multicast sending  
10 + 10 + 10 = 30 fps  
UDP /123  
SNTP  
If the JPEG file size per frame is 30 KB, then the  
total bit rate will be:  
30 KB x 30 fps = 900 KB/s = Approx. 7.2 Mbps  
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(B) Assigning a static IP address  
IP Address Settings  
System configuration required for setting  
IP address  
Setting IP address with the default VN-  
C215VP4U settings  
VN-C215VP4U is set to ADHCP EnableB (the  
DHCP client function is ON) by default. Start VN-  
C215VP4U in LAN without DHCP server. After  
DHCP timeout, VN-C215VP4U starts with the  
following IP address.  
There are 2 methods to set the IP address when  
VN-C215VP4U is in its default settings.  
(A) Assigning an IP address to VN-C215VP4U  
from the DHCP server  
IP address  
: 192.168.0.2  
Subnet mask  
: 255.255.255.0  
Default gateway : None  
(B) Assigning a static IP address to VN-  
C215VP4U  
Memo:  
To set a static IP address for VN-C215VP4U,  
connect VN-C215VP4U, switching hub and  
computer for setting using a straight LAN  
cable of Category 5 and above.  
(A) Assigning an IP address from the  
DHCP server  
VN-C215VP4U is set to ADHCP EnableB (the  
DHCP client function is ON) by default. To  
assign an IP address from DHCP server,  
connect VN-C215VP4U to LAN with DHCP  
server, and turn on VN-C215VP4U. Allowing  
the DHCP server to assign the same IP  
address to VN-C215VP4U every time eases  
access to VN-C215VP4U.  
Set up the computer for setting the IP  
address.  
Minimum computer specifications for  
setting  
For details on IP addresses assigned to VN-  
C215VP4U, please consult your network  
administrator.  
You can look up the IP address of VN-  
C215VP4U using the [Search Tool] in the  
attached CD-ROM.  
OS  
: Windows XP (Professional or  
Home Edition) (SP2)  
Web browser : Internet Explorer Version 6.0  
Note:  
When setting the IP address for VN-  
C215VP4U, do so by using a network that is  
made up only of VN-C215VP4U, the  
computer for setting and the switching hub.  
Using a hub connected to other network  
devices can cause problems.  
For details, please refer to the AReadmeB file  
in the attached CD-ROM.  
Note:  
Set the DHCP server such that constant IP  
address is assigned to VN-C215VP4U based  
on the MAC address of VN-C215VP4U.  
Access by clients can fail if the above setting  
is not performed.  
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Setting  
IP Address Settings  
(continued)  
IP Address setting at the computer  
Set the computer to an IP address that enables communication with VN-C215VP4U.  
1.Click [Start]  
Select in the order of [Control Panel]-[Network Connection]-[Local Area].  
2.The computer with which Internet Explorer is launched automatically selects the connected  
network  
Right-click and select [Properties].  
Check to ensure that the [Client for Microsoft Networks] and [Internet Protocol(TCP/IP)] check  
boxes are selected.  
3.Select [Internet Protocol(TCP/IP)] and click [Properties].  
4.Set the IP address  
A Select [Use the following IP adress].  
B
Set the [IP Address]. (For example, use  
192.168.0.100 when VN-C215VP4U is in its  
default settings)  
Memo:  
Make sure that you take note of the  
original IP address before altering.  
Note:  
When setting, ensure that a duplicate IP  
address is not used within the same  
network environment.  
C Set [Subnet Mask] to a value that is  
appropriate for the setting operation. Clarify  
with the network administrator if you have  
any queries.  
(Use 255.255.255.0 when the camera is in  
its default settings)  
D
When a [Default Gateway] is present, make  
use of the IP address (e.g., 192.168.0.254).  
E
Click [OK].  
5.Click [OK] on the [Local Area Connection Properties] screen  
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Changing the IP address using the Internet Explorer  
1.Launch the Internet Explorer on the computer  
2.When proxy setting is enabled in the Internet Explorer, follow the steps below to disable the  
proxy of the Internet Explorer  
Select in the order of [Tools]-[Internet Options...]-[Connections]-[LAN Setting], followed by  
deselecting the check for [Use a proxy server for your LAN] in [Proxy Server] of the [Local Area  
Network(LAN)Settings] window.  
Deselect the check  
3. If Active scripting of the Internet Explorer is not set to AEnableB, follow the steps below to enable it  
Select [Trusted sites] under [Tools]-[Internet Options...]-[Security]. Upon doing so, the [Sites...]  
button directly below becomes active. Click on this button and deselect the check for [Require  
server verification(https:) for all sites in this zone] in the displayed window. Next, add VN-  
C215VP4U web site to the zone.  
Next, select [Trusted sites] under [Tools]-[Internet Options...]-[Security], and press the [Custom  
Level] button. Select [Enable] under [Scripting]-[Active scripting] of the [Security Settings]  
window that has been opened.  
Select [Enable]  
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Setting  
IP Address Settings  
(continued)  
Changing the IP address using the Internet Explorer (continued)  
4.Launch the Internet Explorer  
Enter the following IP address in the address field.  
Click [Go].  
A
B
Memo:  
If the proxy server setting in Internet Explorer is enabled, you may not be able to specify the IP  
address directly. In this case, change the proxy settings of the Internet Explorer.  
After the Security Warning screen appears, press the [OK] button to proceed.  
5.Enter the user name and password (login as an administrator)  
Enter the user name.  
This is set to AadminB by default.  
A
B
VN-C215  
Enter the password.  
This is set to Avn-c215B by default.  
Click [OK].  
C
Memo:  
After the Security Alarm screen appears, press the [Yes] button to proceed.  
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6.The top page of VN-C215VP4U appears  
Click on [Network], followed by [Basic]  
on the next submenu.  
7.The Basic page with the IP address settings appears  
Set the [IP Setting] item to [DHCP  
Disable].  
A
B
Enter the values you wish to specify in  
[IP Address], [Subnet Mask] and  
[Default Gateway].  
Click [OK].  
C
A confirmation screen appears. Press the [OK] button. The VN-C215VP4U restarts using the new IP  
address. It takes about 1 minute for the camera to reboot.  
Memo:  
Access from this computer may fail when the IP address of VN-C215VP4U is changed. To enable  
access to VN-C215VP4U from the same computer, alter the IP address at the computer accordingly.  
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Setting  
IP Address Settings  
(continued)  
When the IP address of VN-C215VP4U is  
known  
When the IP address of VN-C215VP4U is  
known, it can be changed by using Internet  
Explorer on the computer to access the built-in  
web page of VN-C215VP4U.  
T Please refer to the ASetting Using Internet  
ExplorerB of the [INSTRUCTIONS](pdf) in the  
supplied CD-ROM.  
When the IP address of VN-C215VP4U is  
unknown  
Changing of settings by accessing via a computer  
is not possible when the IP address of VN-  
C215VP4U is unknown.  
In this case, you can know the IP address using  
the following method.  
The attached CD-ROM comes with a  
ASearch ToolB. Using this tool enables you to  
look up VN-C215VP4U within the LAN.  
For details on the Search Tool, please refer to  
AReadmeB file in the supplied CD-ROM.  
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Operation  
Operation of Built-in Viewer  
Using the built-in viewer enables display of a  
series of images, one-shot recording of images  
and receiving of alarm information.  
Setting Up the Internet Explorer (A Pg. 40)  
Installing the built-in viewer  
(A Pg. 42)  
Screen Configuration of Built-in Viewer  
(A Pg. 43)  
Quitting the Built-in Viewer (A Pg. 44)  
Shortcut for Built-in Viewer (A Pg. 44)  
For Built-in Viewer Settings please refer to  
the [INSTRUCTIONS] (pdf) in the supplied  
CD-ROM.  
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Operation  
Operation of Built-in Viewer  
(continued)  
Setting Up the Internet Explorer  
1.Launch the Internet Explorer on the computer  
2.When proxy setting is enabled in the Internet Explorer, follow the steps below to disable the  
proxy of the Internet Explorer  
Select in the order of [Tools]-[Internet Options...]-[Connections]-[LAN Setting], followed by  
deselecting the check for AUse a proxy server for your LANB in [Proxy Server] of the [Local Area  
Network(LAN)Settings] window.  
Deselect the check  
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Setting Up the Internet Explorer  
(continued)  
3.If ActiveX controls and plug-ins of the Internet Explorer is not set to AEnableB, follow the  
steps below to enable it  
Click [Trusted sites] under [Tools]-[Internet Options...]-[Security]. Upon doing so, the [Sites...]  
button directly below becomes active. Click on this button and deselect the check for [Require  
server verification(https:) for all sites in this zone] in the displayed window. Next, add the IP  
address of VN-C215VP4U. If the setting is factory default, add the following web site to the zone.  
Click [Trusted sites] under [Tools]-[Internet Options...]-[Security]. Select the [Custom Level]  
button and open the [Security Settings] window. From the opened window, set all the items in  
[ActiveX controls and plug-ins] to [Enable].  
4.If the pop-up block function of the Internet Explorer is enabled, follow the steps below to  
disable it  
T The built-in viewer cannot be used when the pop-up block function is AEnableB.  
Selecting [Tools]-[Pop-up Blocker]-[Turn Off Pop-up Blocker] permits all sites.  
To allow only specific sites such as VN-C215VP4U, select [Tools]-[Pop-up Blocker]-[Turn On  
Pop-up Blocker], followed by selecting the active [Tools]-[Pop-up Blocker]-[Pop-up Blocker  
Settings], and open the [Pop-up Blocker Settings] window. In the opened window, add the  
address of VN-C215VP4U as an allowed web site address.  
5.When plug-in tools such as the Yahoo or Google toolbar are included in the Internet Explorer,  
disable the pop-up block function of these plug-in tools as well  
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Operation  
Operation of Built-in Viewer  
(continued)  
Installing the built-in viewer  
1.Enter the URL of the built-in viewer in the address field of Internet Explorer  
For example, if the IP address of VN-C215VP4U is 192.168.0.2, enter as follows:  
Enter the URL of the built-in viewer of this camera.  
(The default URL is http://192.168.0.2/cgi-bin/c215viewing.cgi)  
Select [Go]  
A
B
2.Enter the user name and password  
VN-C215  
Enter the user name.  
This is set to AadminB by default.  
A
B
Enter the password.  
This is set to Avn-c215B by default.  
C
Click [OK].  
3.The viewer is installed and launched  
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Screen Configuration of Built-in Viewer  
VN-C215VP4U is set to encode at 15 fps by default.  
A
B
C
D
E
A Alarm  
Appears blinking when alarm packets are sent from VN-C215VP4U to  
the computer.  
The alarm will continue blinking until the auto clear operation of the  
alarm is performed. Clicking the blinking button turns the light off.  
B Display Size  
C Pause  
Switches the display size. (VGA or QVGA)  
Pauses/Resumes playback of images.  
D Capture  
Captures the currently displayed image on the computer.  
Images captured will be stored as a JPEG file in the AC215_JPEGB  
directory that is created under [My Document] of the computer. The file  
name is made up of year/month/day, hour/minute/second and the  
millisecond.  
The time denoted by the file name is based on the time at the computer  
and not the internal clock of VN-C215VP4U.  
This feature is unable to capture motion images.  
E Setup  
Displays the setting window of the built-in viewer.  
This setting screen is used to set the built-in viewer as a software on the  
computer.  
Note:  
Settings on this setting screen are not applied as settings to the VN-  
C215VP4U unit.  
T For details of the settings, please refer to the ABuilt-in Viewer  
SettingsB of the[INSTRUCTIONS](pdf) in the supplied CD-ROM.  
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Operation  
Shortcut for Built-in Viewer  
Operation of Built-in Viewer  
(continued)  
Creating a shortcut for the built-in viewer on the  
Desktop screen of the computer saves you the  
trouble of having to enter the URL in the Internet  
Explorer.  
Quitting the Built-in Viewer  
Create the shortcut using the procedures below.  
To quit, press the [Close] button at the top right  
of the window.  
1.Launch the Internet Explorer  
2.Right-click on Internet Explorer on the  
Click [Close].  
screen and select [Create Shortcut]  
Click the [OK] button on the confirmation  
screen and a shortcut will be created on the  
Desktop screen.  
3.Right-click on the shortcut icon on the  
Desktop screen and select Properties  
The setting screen appears.  
4.Enter the URL of the built-in viewer in the  
URL field  
For example, if the IP address of VN-  
C215VP4U is 192.168.0.2, enter as follows:  
5.Click the [OK] button to end  
To restart the built-in viewer, launch the  
Internet Explorer and enter the URL of the  
built-in viewer in the address field.  
For example, if the IP address of VN-  
C215VP4U is 192.168.0.2, enter as follows:  
Clicking on the shortcut created will help to  
save you the trouble of having to enter the  
URL in the Internet Explorer.  
Memo:  
Before starting up the built-in viewer using  
the shortcut, close all Internet Explorer  
windows. Starting up the built-in viewer using  
the shortcut while leaving other Internet  
Explorer windows opened may result in  
malfunction of the built-in viewer.  
After the Security Warning screen  
appears, press the [OK] button to  
proceed.  
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Others  
LAN Specifications  
Specifications  
Compliant with IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u and  
IEEE802.3af  
Communication  
Camera Unit  
protocol  
: TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, FTP,  
ICMP, ARP, RTP, DHCP,  
SNTP, SMTP, IGMP  
Image pickup  
device  
: 1/4 inch Interline transfer  
CCD  
Effective pixels  
: Approx. 380,000 pixels 768  
(H) 
ן
 494 (V)  
Lens  
Focal length  
Zoom ratio  
: 2.8 mm to 10 mm (variable)  
: Approx. 3.6  
[Monitor Output]  
Monitor output x 1 (75 , 1 Vp-p)  
Horizontal  
resolution  
Maximum aperture: F1.3 (f = 2.8 mm) to F3.0  
(f = 10 mm)  
: 540 TV lines (typ.)  
Minimum object illumination  
Angle adjustment  
range  
Color mode  
: 2.5 lx (typ., 50 %, F1.3,  
wide-angle lens, AGC ON)  
0.75 lx (typ., 25 %, F1.3,  
wide-angle lens, AGC ON)  
Pan  
Rotation  
Tilt  
:
:
:
175Њ  
175Њ  
70Њ  
Black and  
White mode  
: 1.4 lx (typ., 50 %, F1.3,  
wide-angle lens, Easy Day  
and Night ON)  
0.4 lx (typ., 25 %, F1.3,  
wide-angle lens, Easy Day  
and Night ON)  
Angle of vision  
: f = 2.8 mm  
73 Њ(H) x 54 Њ(V)  
f = 10 mm  
20 Њ(H) x 15 Њ(V)  
Video S/N ratio  
: 50 dB (typ., 50 %, AGC  
OFF)  
[Network Output]  
Image  
compression  
format  
: JPEG  
Frame size  
: 640
ן
480  
320
ן
240  
Network interface : RJ-45 100BASE-TX/  
10BASE-T/FULL/HALF/  
auto negotiation supported  
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Others  
Attachments/Accessories  
Specifications (continued)  
Start-up Guide ................................................. 1  
CD-ROM.......................................................... 1  
Installation Precautions ................................... 1  
Warranty Card ................................................. 1  
Service Information Card................................. 1  
Silica gel .......................................................... 1  
Wrench ............................................................ 1  
Template.......................................................... 1  
General  
Alarm input  
: No-voltage a contact input,  
NPN open collector input,  
low level, latch/momentary  
(500 ms and above) (Circuit  
current during low level: 0.3  
mA; Applied voltage during  
high level: 3.3 V)  
Alarm output  
: NPN open collector output  
(Allowable applied voltage:  
12 V; Allowable inflow  
current: 50 mA)  
Internal memory : 8 MB  
Supply voltage  
: DC12 V d or DC -48 V  
(Supply by power feeding  
device that supports Power  
over Ethernet)  
: AC24 VH 50 Hz/60 Hz  
(When using KA-ZH215)  
Consumption  
current  
: 0.5 A (VN-C215VP4U)  
: 18 W(KA-ZH215)  
Ambient  
temperature  
: -10  
I
to 50  
I
(14 g to 122 g)  
(operation)  
: 0  
(32  
I
g
to 40  
to 104  
I
g)  
(recommended)  
When using  
KA-ZH215  
: -30 I to 50 I  
(-22  
g
to 122  
g)(operation)  
: -20  
I
to 40  
I
(
-4 g to 104 g)  
(recommended)  
Ambient humidity : 35 % RH to 85 %RH  
(without condensation)  
Anti-dust/  
Waterproof  
performance  
: IP66  
Mass  
: Approx. 1.3 kg  
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Dimension [Unit: mm (inch)]  
121(4-3/4)  
113(4-1/2)  
9
(3/8)  
G3/4-14 UNC screw  
for piping (bottom  
surface, side surface)  
Ǿ160(6-1/4)  
T Specifications and appearance of this unit  
and related products are subject to change  
for product improvement without prior notice.  
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