CBC Megapixel Camera manual Introduction, System Requirements, Technical Support, Dedicated PC

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Megapixel Cameras and Surveillance Software

User Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing CBC mega-pixel IP video cameras. MP2, MP3DN, MP5, and MP8D are state-of-the-art IP cameras designed to deliver full-motion high definition digital video across local area networks. The CBC software system accommodates multiple cameras connected to a single video server and provides for a variety of display and digital archiving modes. Delivering over 45 Mpixels/sec of crystal-clear imagery, CBC cameras represent a vastly superior alternative to low resolution analog and digital video. To accommodate this level of performance certain minimum system requirements have to be met. Please make sure to read this entire Manual and to follow installation instructions given below.

Technical Support

CBC (America) technical support can be reached:

•On the web at www.cbcamerica.com

•In the US, toll-free phone 1-800-888-0131 (West Coast) or 1-800-422-6707 (East Coast)

System Requirements

Dedicated PC

A dedicated PC is recommended to receive the image streams from cameras for archiving and display. The suggested minimum computer requirements are as follows.

Standard Performance, 16-17 FPS (frames per second) of full-resolution video:

CPU: 3.4 GHz

RAM: 512 MB

Video Card: 1600x1200, 64 MB RAM

Network card: 100 base-T

High Performance, 24FPS at full resolution for MP2: CPU: Dual CPU or DualCore 3.2 GHz

RAM: 1 GB

Video Card: 1920x1200, 128 MB RAM

Network card: 100 base-T, 2 network cards – one for cameras and one for remote viewing

A PC with single, slower CPU is sufficient in the case when images are to be archived, but not displayed.

HDD size according to the desired capacity of the video archives (approximately 200Kbytes/image). As an example, two 400GB drives will yield approximately 6 days of archiving capacity for an 8-camera system recording at 1 frame per second.

Network Switch or Router

Using a 100 Mbps network switch or router is recommended. Simple hubs do not provide collision management and are not suitable for multi-camera CBC system. Suggested models:

Power-over-Ethernet routers:

•Netgear ProSafe 8PT 100Base-TX Switch with PoE #FS108PNA 10/100Base-TX w/4 PoE 100Base-TX

Street Price $110

CBC (America) Proprietary Information

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Contents Megapixel Cameras Surveillance Software Megapixel Cameras and Surveillance Software Table of Contents Frequently Asked Questions Introduction Network Switch or RouterSystem Requirements Technical SupportIntroduction Recommended AccessoriesCamera Reference Power ConnectorsHousing and Mounting Network CablingUsing Auto-Iris Lenses Accessing CBC CamerasOptics Monitoring Iris Status with CBC Video SystemSupported Network Services Configure Firewall Software InstallationOpen Norton Internet Security firewall for CBC Windows firewall is enabled CBC Application Manager Camera InstallerMegapixel Cameras and Surveillance Software Toolbar Operating CBC Video System MPSSelecting Full / Reduced Resolution and Zoom Settings Exposure Image Quality Megapixel Cameras and Surveillance Software Motion Detection ArchiveMegapixel Cameras and Surveillance Software Advanced Save toRemote Viewing Access Control / PermissionAuto-Iris Day/NightRight-Click Menu User Authentication Browsing Archives Language SelectionAVI Maker Making video clips from the archive Firmware Loader Upgrading the Cameras Megapixel Cameras and Surveillance Software Camera Web Http AccessConnecting Directly To Laptop or PC Troubleshooting and Useful TipsSwitches and Routers Low Sharpness Frequently Asked QuestionsHow do I change the location of the Archive folder? Why am I having trouble running more than one camera?Windows Firewall Megapixel Cameras and Surveillance Software What adjustments can be made to reduce the motion blur? When should the user choose auto-iris option?Are CBC cameras RoHS compliant? Can image archival be configured for cyclic recording?Can we mount a motorized zoom lens from another supplier? Does your software include motion detection?What is Ethereal and where can I get it? What is the night performance Lux of the MP3DN camera?How do the CBC America cameras utilize PTZ Pan, Tilt, Zoom? How can I get the MPS built-in web server to work?What type of power supply is needed for CBC America cameras? FCC Compliance Statement Regulatory Compliance
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