Axis Communications 230 MPEG-2 Appendix C Customizing The Axis, Modifying the File System

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AXIS 230

Customizing The AXIS 230

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Appendix C - Customizing The AXIS 230

Modifying the File System

The Linux-based operating system and flash memory file system make it possible for advanced users and application developers to customize the AXIS 230 by adding additional files to the read-write area of the flash memory.

Important!

•Modification of the flash file system is NOT supported by Axis. In practice, this means that Axis will not answer questions relating to custom script or Web page development, but merely wishes to inform potential application developers of the possibilities afforded by the Linux-based file structure of the AXIS 230.

•When attempting to modify the product, you may inadvertently create a problem that will require you to return the AXIS 230 to its factory default settings. At worst, you may even cause permanent damage to the unit that renders it unusable. Consequently, Axis strongly recommends that inexperi- enced users DO NOT modify the file system.

Although modification of the file system is not supported, the Axis web at www.axis.com does maintain various documents designed to assist third-party development. These include detailed information such as:

•The Axis Camera API, HTTP-Interface Specification

•Descriptions of useful scripting technologies

Configuration via FTP

As an alternative to configuring the AXIS 230 using a browser, the configuration parameters of your unit can be modified using the File Transfer Protocol (FTP).

FTP is supported by most operating environments and is a useful method for quickly downloading standard pre-configurations to one or more cameras.

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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 Safety Notice Battery Replacement Battery should not be replaced unless requiredAxis Safety Notice Battery Replacement Features and Benefits IntroductionIntroduction Axis Axis Introduction Applications Axis 230 Front Product DescriptionAxis 230 Rear Panel Axis Product DescriptionHardware Inventory Product Description AxisTitle/Variant Quantity Installation using Axis IP Utility Installing the AxisManual Installation with ARP and Ping Axis Installing the AxisClient System Requirements Axis Media Control Viewing Client Configuring audio equipment Accessing the Axis 230 from Internet ExplorerAccessing and logging on to the Axis Operating the AxisAxis Operating the Axis Setup tools Access from a browserLive View Focus bar Autofocus buttonPositional Control of the Video Source Setup ToolsFocus bar Auto buttonResolution Video SettingsAdvanced Settings Live View Layout Audio SettingsEvents and Event Types Configuring Event TypesSetting up a new event type GeneralRespond to Trigger Trigger Type When TriggeredOperating the Axis Adding an Upload Server Upload ServersNotification Servers Port Status & Devices Port StatusDevices Preset position setup Pan, Tilt & Zoom Operating the Axis Preset position setup Zoom onlyAccessing The System Options System OptionsAxis System Options System Options Overview Administration DescriptionUsers System Options AxisAdding Users Firewall SettingsEditing and Deleting Users Adding Allowed IP AddressesDate & Time Current Server TimeNew Server Time Automatic IP Configuration TCP/IP Network SettingsDynamic IP Address Notification Settings Parameter DescriptionNetwork Traffic Manual IP ConfigurationRTP Multicast Settings Smtp email Network SettingsPorts & Devices IO PortsCOM Ports RS-232/RS-485 Support Logs & Reports MaintenanceFactory Default Settings Checking the Firmware Appendix a TroubleshootingSupport Server ReportSymptoms, Possible Causes and Remedial Actions Troubleshooting AxisSymptoms Possible causes Remedial actions Mic or audio input device Ping Reply Interpretation and recommendation Pinging Your IP AddressEmergency Recovery Procedure Update via FTPAppendix B Updating the Firmware Axis Updating the FirmwareUpdating the Firmware Axis Appendix C Customizing The Axis Configuration via FTPModifying the File System Axis Customizing The AxisCustomizing Procedures Custom Web PagesEditing and Storing Your Web These lines should be added to the file as shown below Using your own file as a New HomeOr, if PTZ is enabled Appendix D Unit Connections D-Sub ConnectorTerminal Block Terminal Block PinoutUnit Connections Axis Schematic Diagram Terminal Connector BlockConnecting Pan/Tilt Devices Installation ProcedureBrowser Administration Tools Transistor Output Controlling and MonitoringDigital Inputs Querying the Status of Digital InputsExample Monitor data on inputs 1 Audio Settings Axis Appendix E Audio SettingsAxis Technical Specifications Appendix F Technical SpecificationsTechnical Specifications Axis Video Quality Level Appendix G BandwidthVideo Quality vs. Bit Rate Axis BandwidthOther Considerations Bandwidth AxisUnicast Multicast Index IndexHttp Index AxisSmtp Glossary of Terms Axis Glossary of Terms