Canon AXIS 2110 manual Glossary of Terms

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Glossary of Terms

AXIS 2110 User’s Guide

Glossary of Terms

ActiveX - A control (or set of rules) used by a browser. ActiveX controls are often downloaded and installed automatically as required.

ARP - Address Resolution Protocol. A protocol for assigning an IP address to a physical device address that is recognized in the local network. The ARP command can be used to set the IP-address for your product.

ARTPEC - Axis Real Time Picture Encoder - used for image compression.

BOOTP - A protocol that can automatically configure a network device (give it an IP address).

Bps - Bits per second. A unit for measuring speeds in networks. A LAN might run at 10Mbps or 100Mbps.

CCD - Charged Coupled Device. This is the camera component that converts the image to digital signals.

CGI - Common Gateway Interface. A set of rules (or a program) that allows a Web Server to communicate with other programs.

CS-Mount/C-Mount- Industry standards defining types of lens fittings. The CS-Mount positions the lens approx. 5mm further from the CCD than the C-Mount does.

DSL - Digital Subscriber Line. A means of transferring data via standard phone lines.

Ethernet - A widely used networking standard. ETRAX - Axis' own microprocessor.

Firewall - A virtual barrier between a LAN (Local Area Network) and other networks, e.g. the Internet.

Frame Grabber card - Plug-in hardware for "grabbing" images

FTP - File Transfer Protocol. Used for simple transfer of files to and from an ftp-server.

HTML - Hypertext Mark-up Language. Used widely for authoring documents viewed in web browsers.

HTTP - Hypertext Transfer Protocol. The set of rules for exchanging files (text, images, sound, video, and other files) on the World Wide Web.

Intranet - A private network limited to an organisation or corporation. Usually closed to external traffic.

IP - Internet-Protocol. See TCP/IP.

IP number (address) - A unique number used by a computer on the network to allow it to be identified and found.

JPEG - A standard image format, used widely for photographs. Also known as JPG.

LAN - A local area network (LAN) is a group of computers and associated devices that typically share common resources within a limited geographical area.

Linux - A popular operating system, that is “open source” and practiclly free of charge.

Lux - A standard unit for light measurement.

NWAY - A network protocol that automatically negotiates the highest possible common transmission speed between two devices.

Null Modem Cable - A cable used for connecting a PC to a serial device, using the modem protocol for communication.

PING - A small utility used for sending data packets to network resources to check that they are working and that the network is intact.

PPP- Point-to-Point Protocol. A method allowing one computer to connect to another, usually via a modem over a phone line.

Pre/post alarm image - The images from immediately before and after an alarm.

Protocol - A special set of rules governing how two entities will communicate. Protocols are found at many levels of communication, and there are hardware protocols and software protocols.

SMTP - A common e-mail protocol.

TCP/IP - Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol. A suite of network protocols that determine how data is transmitted. TCP/IP is used on many networks, including the Internet. TCP keeps track of the individual packets of information and and IP contains the rules for how the packets are actually sent and received.

URL - Uniform Resource Locator. An "address" on the network. V.90 - An operating standard for telephone modems.

WAN - Wide-Area-Network. Similar to a LAN, but on a larger geographical scale.

Web server - A program on a computer that delivers the resources (usually web pages) requested by the web user (the client).

Wizard - A program designed specifically to guide the user through a procedure. Typically used for installations and configurations.

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Contents Axis Network Camera Legal Considerations Safety NoticesSupport Services About This DocumentTable of Contents Overview Features and Benefits Complimentary Software Serial Number Status IndicatorPhysical Description Front PanelRear Panel Network IndicatorPower Supply Connector RS-232 Serial ConnectorChecking the Hardware Inventory Fixing the Axis 2110 to the Mounting AssemblyAssembling Your Camera ❷ Assign an IP Address Installing Your Camera on a NetworkQuick Installation Procedure ❶ Note the Serial number❸ Connect an Ethernet cable ❹ Attach the external Power Supply❺ Wait for ARP reply and check Network indicator ❻ Exit ping and check the installationExample Checking the Installation From Your BrowserMethod Operating Systems Refer to Axis IP Installer Other Methods of Setting the IP AddressUsing the Axis IP Installer Installing the Axis IP InstallerDhcp Setting the IP Address with the Axis IP InstallerMapping a Host Name to the IP Address Using Bootp in UnixPage Before You Begin Using Your Camera with a ModemUsing the Network Using the Null Modem CableUsing Your Camera with a Modem Axis 2110 User’s Manual ❺ Check the box Don’t detect my Connecting Your Computer Using the Null Modem Cable❶ Double-click My Computer and then double-click Creating a Dial-up Networking ConnectionInitiating the Dial-up Connection Refining the Dial-up Networking PropertiesVerifying the Modem Connection Configuration Using the Wizards Configuring Your CameraStarting the Application Wizard Installation Wizard OverviewStarting the Installation Wizard Application Wizard OverviewAccessing the Tools Administration ToolsApplications SettingsTools Overview DescriptionWizards Description User Access RightsSystem Security Reinstating the Factory Default Settings Networking Applications Choosing Your ApplicationLighting Conditions ResolutionPicture frequency for Networking Applications Image Compression RatiosViewing Images in a Custom-designed Web Installation and Configuration OverviewSequentially Uploading Images to a Remote FTP Server Axis 2110 User’s Manual Choosing Your Application Modem Applications ConfigurationProprietary ISP Dial-up Protocols Picture Frequency for Modem ApplicationsRemote Imaging in a Custom-designed Web ISP Uploading Images to Your Internet Service ProviderChoosing Your Application Axis 2110 User’s Manual ❶Power-on the Axis 2110 and wait 10 seconds Appendix a Lenses and FocusingManual Focusing Rotational Focus Control Focusing using the Focus AssistantFocusing the Camera Under Stable Conditions Focus QualityAdjust the Tele/Zoom ring to the desired CS-C Adaptor if required New lens Replacing the LensFrequently Asked Questions Appendix B TroubleshootingAxis PINGing Your IP AddressPing Reply Interpretation and recommendation Symptoms Possible causes Remedial actions Problems, Possible Causes and Remedial ActionsWarranty No access via the Null Incorrect modem/dial-upModem Cable Settings Speed Image resolution and compressionPossible causes Remedial actions Appendix C Updating the Software Obtaining Updated Software Upgrading the SoftwarePin Appendix D The Unit ConnectorsSerial Connector Physical ConnectorPin Function IO ConnectorDigital Input Digital OutputConnection Diagram for a Simple Door Switch Connection Diagram for an LED indicator Output Schematic Connection Diagram of the I/O and RS232 Connector Mode Power SupplyAvailable IP Addresses Appendix E High Speed ServicesRouters and Firewalls Axis 2110 User’s Manual High Speed ServicesAppendix F Technical Specifications Dhcp IndexIndex Glossary of Terms