Axis Communications 230 MPEG-2 user manual Installing the Axis, Installation using Axis IP Utility

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AXIS 230

Installing the AXIS 230

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Installing the AXIS 230

This section is intended for use by the product administrator. Operators and viewers should read Operating the AXIS 230, on page 15.

Installation using AXIS IP Utility

Important!

•Although it may be possible to use the AXIS 230’s default IP address 192.168.0.90, please consult your network administrator to obtain a suitable IP address for your network/subnet.

•Although no special privileges are required for Windows XP Home, you will need Administrator priv- ileges for Windows 2000 and XP Professional. UNIX systems require Root privileges.

AXIS IP Utility is a software application that quickly and simply installs an Axis device onto your local network. Download the latest version, free of charge, from www.axis.com

1.Connect an Ethernet cable to the AXIS 230 and attach it to the network.

2.Connect power to the camera.

3.Start AXIS IP Utility. The following window appears:

4.In the first field, enter the serial number found on the label on the underside of the unit (see the illustration below.)

5.Enter the IP address for the AXIS 230 and click Set IP. The utility now prompts you to restart the camera and then displays a message confirming that the IP address has been set. To view the camera’s home

page, click the button provided. Configure the remaining network parameters from the setup tools.

Manual Installation with ARP and Ping

As an alternative to the AXIS IP Utility, the AXIS 230 MPEG-2 Network Camera can be installed using the ARP and Ping commands, as described below.

1.Locate the label (see right) containing the product’s serial number. You must know this to set the IP address.

2.Connect a network cable to the AXIS 230 and attach it to the network.

Serial number equals MAC/Ethernet address

3.From a Windows computer on your network, open a Command Prompt and enter the commands shown below.

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Contents Axis 230 MPEG-2 Network Camera User’s Manual Axis 230 User’s Manual Table Of Contents Index Glossary of Terms Axis Safety Notice Battery Replacement Safety Notice Battery ReplacementBattery should not be replaced unless required Introduction Axis Features and BenefitsIntroduction Axis Introduction Applications Axis Product Description Product DescriptionAxis 230 Front Axis 230 Rear PanelTitle/Variant Quantity Hardware InventoryProduct Description Axis Axis Installing the Axis Installing the AxisInstallation using Axis IP Utility Manual Installation with ARP and PingClient System Requirements Axis Media Control Viewing Client Configuring audio equipment Accessing the Axis 230 from Internet ExplorerAxis Operating the Axis Accessing and logging on to the AxisOperating the Axis Focus bar Autofocus button Access from a browserSetup tools Live ViewAuto button Setup ToolsPositional Control of the Video Source Focus barResolution Video SettingsAdvanced Settings Live View Layout Audio SettingsEvents and Event Types Configuring Event TypesRespond to Trigger Setting up a new event typeGeneral Trigger Type When TriggeredOperating the Axis Adding an Upload Server Upload ServersNotification Servers Devices Port Status & DevicesPort Status Preset position setup Pan, Tilt & Zoom Operating the Axis Preset position setup Zoom onlyAxis System Options Accessing The System OptionsSystem Options System Options Axis Administration DescriptionSystem Options Overview UsersAdding Allowed IP Addresses Firewall SettingsAdding Users Editing and Deleting UsersNew Server Time Date & TimeCurrent Server Time Parameter Description TCP/IP Network SettingsAutomatic IP Configuration Dynamic IP Address Notification SettingsNetwork Traffic Manual IP ConfigurationRTP Multicast Settings Smtp email Network SettingsCOM Ports RS-232/RS-485 Ports & DevicesIO Ports Support Logs & Reports MaintenanceFactory Default Settings Server Report Appendix a TroubleshootingChecking the Firmware SupportSymptoms Possible causes Remedial actions Symptoms, Possible Causes and Remedial ActionsTroubleshooting Axis Mic or audio input device Ping Reply Interpretation and recommendation Pinging Your IP AddressAxis Updating the Firmware Update via FTPEmergency Recovery Procedure Appendix B Updating the FirmwareUpdating the Firmware Axis Axis Customizing The Axis Configuration via FTPAppendix C Customizing The Axis Modifying the File SystemEditing and Storing Your Web Customizing ProceduresCustom Web Pages These lines should be added to the file as shown below Using your own file as a New HomeOr, if PTZ is enabled Terminal Block Pinout D-Sub ConnectorAppendix D Unit Connections Terminal BlockUnit Connections Axis Schematic Diagram Terminal Connector BlockBrowser Administration Tools Connecting Pan/Tilt DevicesInstallation Procedure Querying the Status of Digital Inputs Controlling and MonitoringTransistor Output Digital InputsExample Monitor data on inputs 1 Audio Settings Axis Appendix E Audio SettingsAxis Technical Specifications Appendix F Technical SpecificationsTechnical Specifications Axis Axis Bandwidth Appendix G BandwidthVideo Quality Level Video Quality vs. Bit RateUnicast Multicast Other ConsiderationsBandwidth Axis Index IndexHttp Index AxisSmtp Glossary of Terms Axis Glossary of Terms