JVC VN-V25U VN-V26U User Manual

VN-V25UVN-V26UIP CAMERAVN-V25UVN-V26UINSTRUCTIONSLST0674-001AThank you for purchasing this JVC product.Before operating this unit, please read theinst

10Getting StartedFront / Bottom / SideABack Focus Adjustment RingThis ring is used for back focus adjustment and switching the lens mount method.To op

100OthersCamera UnitPick-up element : 1/4-inch progressive scan CCDEffective pixels : Approx. 330,000 pixels 659 (H) ⳯ 494 (V)Lens Mount : C/CS mo

101Ambient humidity: 20 % RH _ 85 % RH (without condensation)Mass : 480g (1.06 lbs) (VN-V25U): 530g (1.17 lbs) (VN-V26U)Accessories/Attachments: Start

102OthersDimension [Unit: mm (inch)]T Specifications and appearance of this product are subject to changes for improvement without prior notice.MAC a

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11SideK[MONITOR OUT] Monitor Output Selection SwitchUse this switch to select the availability of output from the O [MONITOR OUT] terminal as well as

12Getting StartedRearO[MONITOR OUT] Monitor Video Signal Output Terminal (RCA)This is an output terminal for composite video signals (1 V (p-p), outpu

13Surveillance Using the Built-in ViewerVN-V25U/26U comes with a built-in ActiveX JPEG Viewer and MPEG4 Viewer.JPEG images and MPEG4 images of VN-V2

14Getting StartedSending audio to the network (VN-V26U only)Sends out audio picked up using the built-in microphone of VN-V26U to computers.Receiving

15Step 1 Connection/Installation (APage 17)T After adjusting the camera angle using the [MONITOR OUT] terminal, set the [MONITOR OUT] switch to AOFFB.

16Connection / Installation1.Check the mounting method of the lens to be used before mounting● The default method used for this camera is CS mount. To

17Electricity can be supplied to this product either by connecting to the AC 24 V power supply or using the PoE (A Page 18).䢇When power is supplied to

18Connection / Installation● In a system where multiple units of VN-V25U/26U are used, turn on the power of only one unit to configure the IP address

19Connect the camera to a hub or computer using a LAN cable.䡵 When connecting to a hubMake use of a straight cable.䡵 When connecting to a computerMake

2Getting StartedSafety PrecautionsCAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (ORBACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTSINSIDE.REFER SER

20Connection / InstallationConnect the alarm input/output terminals with external devices, such as a sensor or buzzer.Plug/Unplug the cable while pres

21Use the screw hole on the camera mounting bracket to mount this camera to a fixer or rotating platform.䡵 Mounting the camera mounting bracket on the

22Connection / InstallationThis product comes with an inner tripod base at the bottom surface. You can use the inner tripod base by removing the camer

23Inner Tripod Base Mounting ScrewMake use of 1/4-20UNC screw. The length of the mounting screw shall be between 6 mm to 7 mm from the mounting surfac

24Connection / Installation●Ensure that there is sufficient network bandwidth for the data volume to be sent out by VN-V25U/26U. Do not send multicast

25Restrictions on the Number of Distributions for VN-V25U/26UThe maximum number of distributions for VN-V25U/26U is determined by the settings as well

26Connection / InstallationList of Protocols and Port Numbers Used by VN-V25U/26UVN-V25U/26U uses the protocols and port numbers listed below. Ensure

27Network SettingsSetting the IP address for VN-V25U/26UThere are two methods to set the IP address for VN-V25U/26U as follows.(A) Assigning an IP add

28Network Settings䢇 IP address setting at the computerSet the computer to an IP address that enables communication with VN-V25U/26U.1.Click [Start]● S

29䢇 Changing the IP address using the Internet Explorer1.Launch the Internet Explorer on the computer2.When proxy settings are enabled in the Internet

3● This installation should be made by a qualified service person and should conform to all local codes.● This installation shall be in accordance wit

30Network Settings䢇 Changing the IP address using the Internet Explorer (continued)4.Launch the Internet ExplorerNote:

316.The top page of VN-V25U/26U appears7.The [Basic] page with the IP address settings appears when DHCP is not in useA confirmation screen appears. P

32Network SettingsWhen the IP address of VN-V25U/26U is knownWhen the IP address of VN-V25U/26U is known, it can be changed by accessing the built-in

33Setting Using Internet ExplorerInternet Explorer Setup1.Launch the Internet Explorer on the computer2.When proxy settings are enabled in the Interne

34Setting Using Internet Explorer4.Disable pop-up blockConnection of VN-V25U/26U cannot be established when pop-up block in the Internet Explorer is s

35● operator● userNote: ● The [Security Settings] screen appears before the top page is displayed

36Setting Using Internet ExplorerView PageThis top page is displayed upon access using any of the user names AadminB, AoperatorB or AuserB.The camera

37A Reload Still ImagePress this button to refresh the displayed still image.Clicking [View] or re-entering the Internet Explorer address will only di

38Setting Using Internet ExplorerCamera PageThis page is for setting the camera’s parameters.This page can be used during access using AadminB or Aope

39A Camera ID Character strings entered here will be written to the JPEG comment segment (item name: camera). Refer to the API Guide on the file forma

4Getting StartedThese are general IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and certain items may not apply to all appliances.1. Read all of these instructions.2. Save the

40Setting Using Internet ExplorerCamera Page (continued)Setting (continued)H AGC For setting the AGC (automatic gain control) level.Off : Disables the

41K Shutter Speed For setting the shutter speed.Auto : Varies the shutter speed automatically according to the brightness.1/30 ~ 1/10000 : Fixed shutt

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43N White Balance For selecting the white balance control feature. White balance can be adjusted for a light source with a color temperature range of

44Setting Using Internet ExplorerEncoding PageThis page is for setting JPEG and MPEG4 encoding parameters.This page can be used during access using Aa

45JPEGB Quality/Size For specifying the rate control mode and target file size for JPEG.When AVFS1B to AVFS7B is selected, the quantization table duri

46Setting Using Internet ExplorerAudio Page (VN-V26U only)This page is for setting the audio parameters.This page can be used during access using Aadm

47Alarm PageThis page is for setting actions when there is an alarm.Up to 5 actions (No. 01 - No. 05) may be set.This page can be used during access u

48Setting Using Internet ExplorerAlarm Page (continued)Setting (continued)A Action For specifying the type of action.Disable : Does not trigger any a

49B 1st Trigger For specifying the first trigger to be activated.Either alarm input (make), alarm input (break) or motion detection can be selected.䡵

5Getting Started ... 2Safety Precautions ... 2Main Features ...

50Setting Using Internet ExplorerAlarm Page (continued)Setting (continued)EFGHVN-V25U_26U_EN.book Page 50 Friday, January 18, 2008 2:56 PM

51E Mail Mail Address : For entering the recipient’s mail address.Mail Text : For entering the mail transmission data. Input up to 127 alphanumeric ch

52Setting Using Internet ExplorerAlarm Environment PageThis page is for setting alarm-related environments.This page can be used during access using A

53A Mail For setting the mail environment when [Mail] is specified as an action on the Alarm page.[SMTP] and [POP] can be used. Configure only the [SM

54Setting Using Internet ExplorerAlarm Environment Page (continued)Setting (continued)BCVN-V25U_26U_EN.book Page 54 Friday, January 18, 2008 2:56 P

55B FTP Time Filter:For specifying the periodic FTP transfer action with respect to each day of the week and setting the corresponding time of the day

56Setting Using Internet ExplorerPrivacy Mask PagePrivacy Mask is a feature that enables masking of a portion of the image.VN-V25U/26U enables privacy

57A Mode For specifying whether to activate the Privacy Mask feature.When this is set to AOnB, the privacy mask specified using the following items wi

58Setting Using Internet ExplorerMotion Detection PageThis page is for setting motion detection.● The area valid for motion detection is displayed in

59Note: ● The area display position serves as a reference. Make sure to perform operation check.●

6Getting Started䡵 High Picture QualityThe camera unit of this product employs a 330,000-pixel CCD (1/4") which enables high quality video surveil

60Setting Using Internet ExplorerBasic PageThis page is for performing basic setting related to the network.This page can be used during access using

61A IP Setting For setting the DHCP client function.Connect VN-V25U/26U to a network environment with a DHCP server when DHCP is to be enabled.If the

62Setting Using Internet ExplorerDetails PageThis page is for performing detailed network setting.This page can be used during access using AadminB.●

63Protocol PageThis page is for changing the HTTP server port number.This page can be used during access using AadminB.● Press the [OK] button to enab

64Setting Using Internet ExplorerStreaming PageThis page is for setting manual multicast transmission.This page can be used during access using Aadmin

65Note: ● When the power of

66Setting Using Internet ExplorerAccess Restrictions PageThis page is for setting client restrictions.This page can be used during access using Aadmin

67Caution: ● Note that when AallowB is selected and all IP address fields are left blank, JPEG/MPEG

68Setting Using Internet ExplorerTime PageThis page is for setting time.This page can be used during access using AadminB.● Press the [OK] button to e

69Password PageThis page is for setting the password.This page can be used during access using AadminB.● Press the [OK] button to enable the new setti

7䡵 Recommended Computer SpecificationsOS : Windows XP (Professional or Home Edition) (SP2)CPU : Pentium4 1.5 GHz or higherMemory capacity: 1 GB or mor

70Setting Using Internet ExplorerMaintenance PageThis page is for maintenance purposes.This page can be used during access using AadminB.Setting (cont

71LED State PageThis page is for setting the method for lighting the [STATUS] indicator at the side of VN-V25U/26U.This page can be used during access

72Setting Using Internet ExplorerList of Factory Settings of Each Page䡵 Camera Page䡵 Encoding Page䡵 Audio Page (VN-V26U only)䡵 Alarm Page䡵 Alarm Envir

73List of Factory Settings of Each Page (continued)䡵 Privacy Mask Page䡵 Motion Detection Page䡵 Basic Page䡵 Details Page䡵 Protocol Page䡵 Streaming Page

74Setting Using Internet ExplorerMiscellaneous PageThis page is for acquiring information.This page can be used during access using AadminB, Aoperator

75Operation PageDisplays the operating status of VN-V25U/26U.This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB.A Total Sending BitrateDi

76Setting Using Internet ExplorerSettings PageThis page displays the version information and settings of VN-V25U/26U.This page can be used during acce

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78Setting Using Internet ExplorerSettings Page (continued)Setting (continued)VN-V25U_26U_EN.book Page 78 Friday, January 18, 2008 2:56 PM

79OperationThis product comes with a JPEG Viewer and an MPEG4 Viewer. Each of these viewers functions separately.䡵 Using the JPEG Viewer enables displ

8Getting StartedMaintenance and location of use䢇 This product is intended for use indoors. Make sure that you use a housing etc., when using it outdoo

80OperationInternet Explorer Setup (continued)3.If ActiveX controls and plug-ins of the Internet Explorer is disabled, follow the steps below to enabl

81Installing the built-in viewer1.Enter the URL of the built-in viewer in the address field of Internet ExplorerFor example, if the IP address of VN-V

82OperationScreen Configuration of JPEG Viewer● When the JPEG Viewer is first installed, it is set to play back at 15 fps by default.Operation of Buil

83A DisplaySize Switches the display size. (VGA or QVGA)B Capture Captures the currently displayed image on the computer.Images captured will be store

84OperationJPEG Viewer ConfigurationThe viewer setting window appears upon clicking the [Setup] button of the built-in viewer.Operation of Built-in Vi

85A On Screen Display SettingsFor setting display items on the viewer screen.For the JPEG Viewer, characters are displayed as overlay on the video ima

86OperationJPEG Viewer Configuration (continued)Note: ● The settings of the built-in viewer are s

87Exiting the JPEG ViewerTo exit, press the [close] button at the top right of the window.● During the next startup of the built-in viewer, launch the

88OperationScreen Configuration of MPEG4 ViewerOperation of Built-in Viewer (continued)ABCABCŶ VN-V25UABCDE VN-V26UVN-V25U_26U_EN.book Page 88 Frid

89Note: ● To use the built-i

9䢇 If a high luminance object (such as a lamp) is shot, a white smear may appear at the upper and lower ends of this object on the screen. This phenom

90OperationMPEG4 Viewer ConfigurationThe MPEG4 Viewer’s settings window appears upon clicking the [Setup] button of the viewer.Operation of Built-in V

91Note: ● To use the built-i

92OperationNote: ● The settings of the built-in viewer are stored in the file named Cookie.Note:

93Exiting the MPEG4 ViewerTo exit, press the [close] button at the top right of the window.● During the next startup of the built-in viewer, launch th

94OperationAudio Setup (VN-V26U only)Click the [Audio Setup] button of the built-in viewer to display the audio settings window.Operation of Built-in

95Note: ● Settings of the bu

96OperationShortcut for Built-in ViewerCreating a shortcut for the built-in viewer on the Desktop screen of the computer saves you the trouble of havi

97OthersTroubleshootingSymptom Causes and CountermeasuresReference PageIP address of VN-V25U/26U is unknown● DHCP is AEnableB in default settings. IP

98OthersTroubleshooting (continued)Symptom Causes and CountermeasuresReference PageMulticast images cannot be played back● Start multicast transmissio

99Symptom Causes and CountermeasuresReference PageThe MPEG4 Viewer screen appears in blackWhen DirectX 9.x or Windows Media Player 9.x is installed on