Axis Communications 213 PTZ Installing the Axis, Connecting the Hardware, Before you begin

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Installing the AXIS 213

Please observe the following before installing the AXIS 213 PTZ Network Camera.

•This product is designed for indoor use or locations where it is protected from rain and moisture. To operate the camera in these conditions, use the outdoor housing accessories.

•Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning the casing. Use a mild detergent and wipe gently.

•Never position the camera directly towards the sun or other bright objects. Whether the camera is in use or not, never aim it at the sun or other extremely bright objects.

Connecting the Hardware

Before you begin

If the AXIS 213 is to be mounted in a position where it is difficult to access, it is recommended that you set the IP address and get the camera up and running before completing the hardware installation, i.e. skip step 1 below until the installation is completely verified.

The AXIS 213 PTZ Network Camera is supplied with a bracket for ceiling mounting.

1.Drill two holes in the ceiling and secure the bracket with the

appropriate screws according to the ceiling material.

2.Connect a standard RJ-45 network cable to your AXIS 213 and connect it to the network.

3.Optionally, connect the Connection Module (not supplied) to the camera.

4.Connect the power cable.

5.The hardware installation is now complete, proceed to Installing on a Network, on page 9.

Note: If the AXIS 213 is to be placed upright on a desktop, remove the four screws on the underside of the unit to remove the bracket. Place the adhesive plastic feet by the screw holes.

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Contents Axis 213 PTZ Network Camera User’s Manual About This Document Table of contents Checking the Firmware Updating the Firmware Support Product Description Hardware InventoryAxis 213 PTZ Network Camera Optional Accessory Before you begin Installing the AxisConnecting the Hardware Installing on a Network Axis Media Control AMCManual Installation using Axis IP Utility Manual Installation using ARP and Ping in Windows ExampleManual Installation using ARP and Ping in UNIX/Linux Requirements Axis Internet Dynamic DNS ServiceInstallation Procedure Using the PTZ Network Camera Accessing the AxisLive View System Options Security Users User List Pan/Tilt/Zoom Control Queue Configuring the PTZ Network Camera Accessing the Setup ToolsOverview of the Setup Tools Video & Image Administrator/OperatorEvent Configuration Administrator/Operator System Options AdministratorVideo & Image Using the Setup ToolsOverlay Settings Overlay Image Settings Go to Setup Video & Image Overlay ImageVideo Stream Overlay image requirementsAdvanced Overlay image limitationsImage Offset Image SettingsAudio Axis 213 Configuring the PTZ Network Camera Configure Live View Config Live View LayoutCustom Settings Check Show Custom Link Own HomeUser Defined Links Html Examples Axis 213 Configuring the PTZ Network Camera Limits PTZ Configuration Preset PositionsSequence Mode PTZ Control Queue on Live View Event Configuration Event ServersHow to set up a triggered event Event TypesTriggered Event Click Add triggered on the Event typesPre-trigger and Post-trigger buffers To expand the web page with the available optionsHow to set up a scheduled event Port StatusScheduled Event Click Add scheduled on the Event typesSystem Options SecurityNetwork TCP/IP Settings Date & TimeServices Network Socks Network Smtp emailNetwork UPnP Network TrafficMaintenance Ports & devices I/O PortsMore Scripting Information ConfigurationSupport Resetting to Factory Default Settings Using the Control ButtonInstalling the audio equipment Connection ModuleInputs and outputs Video OutSchematic Diagram Connection Module Updating the Firmware TroubleshootingChecking the Firmware Support Symptoms, Possible Causes and Remedial Actions Using ARP PingVideo Image Problems Technical Specifications ProtocolsDetail Specification Image Axis 213 Technical Specifications Index Http APIAxis 213 Index Axis 213 User’s Manual Part No