JVC VN-C3U VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB)
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- JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 1
to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Information for USA approved by JVC could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Due to design modifications, data given in this instruction book are subject - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 2
WARNING s Keep away from moisture Fire or electrical shock can result from the presence of moisture. Spillage can occur from objects containing water (flower vases, flower pots, cups, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, etc.) and should not be placed on top of this device. s Do not touch Do not touch lines - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 3
. Grasp the contents of the symbols completely before reading this manual. This represents the contents in which the probabilities WARNING for you to take some action or gives you some guidelines or instructions. Specific contents of instructions (unplug the power cord from the outlet in case of - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 4
and result in injury or damage. Use special caution with children. s Use only the specified accessories. Use only the accessories specified in the instruction manual with this device. The use of other accessories can result in fire or electrical shock. s Have your local dealer perform an internal - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 5
instruction manual. Any other company names and product names mentioned in this instruction manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies. Before Recording normal recording and playback are not possible due to problems with this product or with the computer software, - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 6
address of the PC 14 Iastalling the software 15 Setting the VN-C3U IP address 16 Password function 17 Alarm function ...18 Restoring a work PC IP address 22 Enabling the IP address setting 22 Registering connection point 23 Controller Software Operation 24 Starting connections and changing - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 7
software from the following. (under construction as of Feb. 29. 2000) Home page: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp Package Contents This product includes all of the following items. If any item should be missing, please contact your local dealer. • VN-C3U main unit • VN-C3U Controller CD-ROM • Instruction - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 8
. q When this product is used with Auto on, in some cases the recorded colors may differ slightly from the natural colors due to the principle of the individual pixels, and is not a malfunction. q When panning and tilting the VN-C3U, do not apply force to any part other than the body because this - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 9
following procedure for the setup of each unit. (If the power is not turned on, the installation of multiple VN-C3U can be performed at one time.) 1. Install the VN-C3U h In case of installation in a location where the power cannot easily be turned on, complete steps 2 - 5 before step 1. 2. Connect - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 10
. Make the power and network connections after completion of the installation work. Caution Install in a location with sufficient strength to prevent falling. VN-C3U units can only be installed as shown in the diagram below, or inverted. Do not install facing sideways. Tilted installation is not - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 11
: UL1007, UL1015 or equivalent cable with wire equivalent to ID AWG #20 or larger. Caution All VN-C3U units are set to the same IP address at the factory; therefore, if the power of multiple VN-C3U units is turned on at the same time, address duplication will occur and correct access will not - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 12
Alarm IN/OUT connection Connect external devices to the alarm IN/OUT as shown below. Sensor insert button External device OUT 1 External device OUT 2 External device IN q Cable connection and disconnection Press the sensor insert button when connecting and disconnecting cables. After connecting - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 13
3. Setting the VN-C3U IP address 3-1 Changing the IP address of the PC Display the network settings panel by selecting Settings from the Start button, then selecting Control Panel and Network, in that order. Select the TCP/IP item, then click on Properties. Before making a change, always make a - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 14
3-2 Installing the software Load the VN-C3U Controller CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The setup program is in the ¥JVC folder on the CD-ROM. Execute ¥JVC¥Setup.exe and follow the displayed instructions to setup the software. 7.$6@&+ 15 00.4.7, 5:34 PM - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 15
The V.NETWORKS setup tool is in the ¥Victor folder on the CD-ROM. Execute ¥Victor¥setup¥vsetup.exe directly from the CD-ROM. Enter the VN-C3U IP address. Factory set (Default) IP address 192. 168. 0.2 Change to an IP address assigned or approved by the network administrator. (192.168.0.2 is used - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 16
Password function An access protection using a password is provided to regulate connecting PCs (users). Password setting and cancellation is performed by the V.NETWORKS setup tool. Caution Never forget the current password because the current password setting cannot be changed unless it matches the - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 17
setup tool is clicked, the screen shown below will be displayed. The procedure for the alarm settings is explained on the following page. Caution When VN-C2U or VN-C1U is controlled from VN-C3U controller, the alarm setting is not available. 7.$6@&+ 18 00.4.7, 5:34 PM - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 18
The Alarm 1 and Alarm 2 settings determine whether or not the alarm function on Alarm 1 and Alarm 2 are effective (ON or OFF). When ON is selected, "Alarm Output" (to send a signal to Alarm out) and "Go to a preset position" (one of the 10 preset positions) are available. When the Alarm 1 and Alarm - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 19
Out port setting includes the following settings: OFF/ON: Determine whether or not an alarm is to be output. Output value: Determine whether the High or Low signal will be output when an alarm occurs. Enter the time for continuous signal output of selected output value (High or Low) in the text box - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 20
in the camera can be displayed by pressing Client List. The PCs that satisfy the following conditions are displayed. • The VN-C3U controller has been started and is connected to the VN-C3U subject to setup. • Checks are placed at Settings and Alarm Reg. PCs can be deleted from the broadcast client - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 21
item 2 "Connecting to a network" (page 14). When all VN-C3U setting have been completed, proceed to the following item. 3-4 Restoring a work PC IP address Using the same procedure as in 3-1, select Settings from the Start button, then select Control Panel and Network, Change to the original TCP/ IP - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 22
VN-C3U connection point. (192.168.0.2. is used as an example in the diagram.) The folder "VN-C3U Name" will be created automatically in the folder specified here. Recorded PC, VN-C3U connection points data is saved to a file with the .dat extension inside the folder created by VN-C3U controller. All - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 23
Operation Starting connection and changing connection points Refer to Software Installation on page 17 for the installation procedure. When the VN-C3U controller (VN-C3U.exe) is executed, a logo will be displayed and then the following screen will appear. Connection points can be selected from - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 24
the Associated Extensions box. Click on New... and then enter "open" in the Action box. 4. Specify "VN-C3U.exe" in the Application used to perform action box. Example: C:¥Program Files¥VN-C3U¥VN-C3U.exe Caution • This function cannot be used if the ".dat" extension has already been specified as the - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 25
Controller 1 After a connection point is selected, you will find the names of currently connected VN-C3U, the pan/tilt operation angle step and the current Pan/Tilt position. Names of currently connected VN-C3U Pan/tilt, Zoom-in/ Zoom-out operation buttons Pan/Tilt operation Current Pan/Tilt - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 26
On-screen Pan/Tilt Function Without using Pan/Tilt operation buttons, Pan/Tilt is manageable by doubleclicking on screen. The double-clicking point becomes around the center or screen. Caution It is not possible to move beyond the Pan/Tilt limits but this is not a malfunction. Caution During the Pan - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 27
allows you to capture still images or save them onto the hard disk. For details, refer to "Snapshot function" on page 46. The VN-C3U controller has the position memory function (up to 10 positions). By pressing this button, the current position is changed to the already memorized position. Refer - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 28
Controller 3 The VN-C3U controller has the record and playback function. For details, refer to "Record and playback function" on page 43. Pan/Tilt operation angle step can be set by clicking the value and directly enter any value. After entering ( - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 29
Deleting connection points Select File from the menu and then select Delete. Select a connection point to be deleted and then click on OK. Make sure the desired point is being deleted, and then press OK. Caution The connection point cannot be recovered once it is deleted. 7.$6@&+ 30 00 - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 30
Changing resolution and inverting the image Select View from the menu. The resolution can now be selected from 160 × 120, 320 × 240 or 640 × 480. Depending on the installation, select Normal or Upside Down. On-screen resolution change The resolution can also be changed on the screen with the - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 31
Image quality adjustment Select Settings from the menu and then select Quality. The compression rate is in inverse proportion to the image quality. The frame rate is in direct proportion to the compression rate. Compression rate Low - Medium - High Image quality High - Medium - Low Frame rate Low - - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 32
to the right to emphasize blue or to the left to emphasize red. Full Auto This the Auto/Manual switch. (When the check is removed, the following three items will be switched to the Manual setting. Gain Adjustment of the gain of the internal amp. (Use only when light is insufficient.) Contrast - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 33
rate is set up, the more bandwidth is required. Therefore, try to set the lower transmission frame rate if relatively low bandwidth is available for VN-C3U. 7.$6@&+ 34 00.4.7, 5:35 PM - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 34
memorized. Press OK to close the position memory setting window. Caution • When VN-C2U or VN-C1U is controlled from VN-C3U controller, the Lens Setting is not available. • The position memory 1-6 is available for VN-C2U. (VN-C1U uses a fixed type lens) • When the zoom scroll bar is set to - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 35
and VN-C2U. The current setting status is displayed in the window. After the setting is completed, press OK to close this window. • When the iris is set to Auto, the amount of light entering the camera will be kept constant. When Manual is selected, the brightness of the screen will be - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 36
when an alarm signal is received from Alarm 1 or Alarm 2 input of VN-C3U. Make sure to select "ON" in Alarm 1/Alarm 2 setting of V. message entered in the text box. Up to 100 letters can be entered. • Recording start Start recording the images. • Play a wave file Play a specified wave file . Any - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 37
Relay alarm setting The Relay Alarm Setting determines the actions to be performed when an alarm signal is received from Alarm 1 and Alarm 2 input of VN-C3U. There are two functions; Play a wave file and execute a program file. (Refer to page 39) Make sure to select "ON" in Relay Alarm Setting of V. - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 38
Time stamp setting Select Setting from the menu and then select Time Stamp. This setting determines whether or not the time stamp is displayed on the screen. The color of text and background are adjustable. Select transparency if the background is not necessary. The size of font in preview window - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 39
Any of the following 7 display styles can be selected. YYYY/MM/DD HH:MM:SS.mm (year/month/date hour: minute: second. millisecond) YYYY/MM/DD HH:MM:SS (year/month/date hour: minute: second) DD/MM/YYYY HH:MM:SS (date/month/year hour: minute: second) MM/DD/YYYY HH:MM:SS (month/date/year hour: minute: - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 40
is to continuously record the images of connected VN-C3U onto automatically created folder with "VN-C3U Name." (refer to page 25) Press the "REC" button. "REC" appears in the upper right corner on the screen and recording starts. Press the Stop button to stop recording. "REC" disappear. h Never - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 41
, press Yes to quit current connection and start playback. This message does not appear if no VN-C3U is connected. Select the folder where the recorded images have been saved. The recorded time is indicated in the unit of one minute. Select the time for playback and press OK. 7.$6@&+ 42 - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 42
Indicate which file is being play back. Press PLAY to start playback. Once playback is started, this button is changed to PAUSE. Press STOP to stop playback. Double-click to return to the playback time selection window. 7.$6@&+ 43 00.4.7, 5:35 PM - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 43
differ from those seen on the VN-C3U controller screen. • Do not start other image viewing application while the VN-C3U Controller Software is active. This is particularly important with Windows 95 as it may cause a failure in saving snapshots. In this case, use the recording function to save images - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 44
Property. MAC address The MAC address of connected VN-C3U. IP Address The IP address of connected VN-C3U. V.NETWORKS type The camera model (VN-C1U, VN-C2U or VN-C3U) Program version The version of VN-C3U unit. Save in The location where recorded images are to be saved. 7.$6@&+ 45 00 - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 45
Troubleshooting An formats. Recording is not possible. The password set with the password protection function has been forgotten. The message "Pan/tilt control is . For safety, be prepared to show proper identification. Turn off the VN-C3U power and then turn it on again. If there is no improvement - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 46
and then replacing the check. • Depending on the subject, the colors may appear to vary slightly in some cases. This is not a malfunction. When one VN-C3U unit is connected to several PCs, the last PC to operate and set the - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 47
. The focus may be off slightly when manual focus is used at the TELE position, but this is not a malfunction. When there are multiple occurrences of broadcasts, collisions, etc., or when the network status is not normal, it may become impossible to connect the VN-C3U or the connection may be broken - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 48
Specifications LAN standard Communication protocol Video element Minimum focusing distance Pan/tilt operation angle Output image format Power supply voltage Power consumption Operating temperature Mass (weight) Alarm input Alarm output IEEE 802.3 UDP/IP 1/3-inch, 300,000-pixel CMOS image sensor. 1. - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 49
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan SS961510-001 is a registered trademark owned by VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. is a registered trademark in Japan, the U.S.A., the U.K. and many other countries. 7.$6@&+ 50 00.4.7, 5:35 PM - JVC VN-C3U | VN-C3U Vnetworks camera Instruction Manual (1511KB) - Page 50
V.NETWORKS VN-C3U INSTRUCTIONS For Customer Use: Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the body. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. VN-C3U Serial No. This instruction book is made from 100% recycled paper. SS961510-001 7.$6@&+ 51 00.4.7, 5:35 PM
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