NOVUS NVIP-8H-6211 Quick Start Guide

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND WARNINGS

The product meets the requirements contained in the following directives:

• DIRECTIVE 2014/30/EU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 26 February 2014 on electromagnetic compatibility.
• DIRECTIVE 2012/19/EU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 4 July 2012 on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
• DIRECTIVE 2011/65/EU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 8 June 2011 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

Information: The device is part of a professional CCTV system and is not designed for self-installation in households without technical knowledge.

Excluding of responsibility in case of damaging data on a disk or other devices: The manufacturer does not bear any responsibility in case of damaging or losing data on a disk or other devices during device operation.

WARNING! Prior to undertaking any action that is not described for the given product in user's manual and other documents delivered with the product, or if it does not arise from the usual application of the product, manufacturer must be contacted under the rigor of excluding the manufacturer's responsibility for the results of such an action.

Pictures in this publication showing camera views can be simulations. Actual camera images may vary depending on the type, model, settings, observation area, or environmental conditions.

General Safeguards and Warnings

WARNING! Knowledge of this manual is indispensable for proper device operation. Familiarize yourself with the manual prior to installation and further device operation.

WARNING! User is not allowed to disassemble the casing as there are no user-serviceable parts inside this unit. Only authorized service personnel may open the unit. Installation and servicing should only be done by qualified service personnel and should conform to all local regulations.

1. Prior to undertaking any action, please consult the following manual and read all the safety and operating instructions before starting the device.
2. Please keep this manual for the lifespan of the device for future reference.
3. All safety precautions referred to in this manual should be strictly followed for user's safety and device durability.
4. All actions conducted by servicemen and users must be accomplished in accordance with the user's manual.
5. The device should be disconnected from power sources during maintenance procedures.
6. Usage of additional devices and components neither provided nor recommended by the producer is forbidden.
7. Do not use the camera in high humidity environments (e.g., near swimming pools, bath tubs, damp basements).
8. Mounting the device in places where proper ventilation cannot be provided is not recommended as it may lead to heat build-up and damage the device.
9. Mounting the camera on an unstable surface or using not recommended mounts is forbidden. Improperly mounted cameras may cause accidents or damage. The camera must be mounted by qualified personnel.
10. Device should be supplied only from power sources whose parameters are in accordance with those specified by the producer in the camera technical datasheet.

Due to constant enhancement and optimization, parameters and functions described in this manual may change without notice.

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FOREWORD INFORMATION

1.1. General Characteristics

• Sensor resolution: 8 megapixels
• Mechanical IR cut filter (IR operation capability)
• Min. Illumination: 0 lx with IR LED on
• Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) for enhanced image quality in diverse light conditions
• Digital Noise Reduction (DNR)
• Defog function (F-DNR)
• Highlight Compensation (HLC)
• Back Light Compensation (BLC)
• Reduction of image flicker (Antiflicker)
• Lens type: fixed focal, f=2.8mm/F1.6
• Built-in LED illuminator
• Built-in webserver: camera configuration through the website
• Video compression: H.264, H.265, H.264+, H.265+, MJPEG / G711
• Max. video resolution up to 3840x2160
• Multi streaming: compression, resolution, speed and quality defined individually for each video stream
• ROI functions
• Motion detection
• Private Zones
• RTSP protocol support for video transmission
• Schedule
• Micro SD card up to 256GB
• Wide range of responses to alarm events: e-mail with attachment, saving file on FTP server, saving file on SD card
• Electronic Shutter from 1/3 s to 1/10000 s
• Supports up to 3 streams
• ONVIF Protocol Support
• Software: NMS (NOVUS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM) for video recording, live monitoring, playback and remote IP devices administration
• Power supply: 12 VDC / PoE

1.2. Technical specification

1.3. Camera dimensions (mm)

Camera NVIP-8H-6211

Diagram showing camera dimensions:

A diagram displays the camera with dimensions indicated. The main body is approximately 220mm long, and the mounting bracket area is approximately 81mm wide and 81mm high.

1.4. Package contents

After opening the package, verify that the following elements are inside:

• IP camera
• Accessories bag
• Short version of user's manual

If any of these elements have been damaged during transport, pack all the elements back into the original box and contact your supplier for further assistance.

CAUTION! It is forbidden to use PoE equipment (adapters, etc.) not compatible with IEEE 802.3af standard (items called “passive PoE power supply”). Damages caused by the usage of improper power supply source are not covered by the warranty.

START-UP AND INITIAL IP CAMERA CONFIGURATION

CAUTION! If the device was brought from a location with lower temperature, please wait until it reaches the ambient temperature of the location it is currently in. Turning the device on immediately after bringing it from a location with lower ambient temperature is forbidden, as the condensing water vapour may cause short-circuits and damage the device.

Before starting the device, familiarize yourself with the description and the role of particular inputs, outputs, and adjusting elements that the device is equipped with.

2.1 Description of connectors and control tools

Diagram showing camera connectors and control tools:

The diagram labels the following components:

• 1. 100 Mb/s Ethernet port (PoE RJ-45 connector)
• 2. Audio input (Jack 3.5 mm)
• 3. Power supply 12VDC
• 4. Counter nut
• 5. Base of camera
• 6. MicroSD card slot
• 7. Reset button

2.2. Ethernet cable connecting

To maintain tightness of the ethernet cable connection, please follow these instructions:

1. Unscrew the nut (1) from the connector cover (2).
2. Route the network cable (without the RJ-45 plug) through components (1) and (2), then crimp the RJ-45 connector.
3. Plug the RJ-45 connector into the hermetic socket (3), screw the connector cover (2), and then the nut (1).

CAUTION! The declared degree of protection of the camera relates to its housing and does not take into account the possibility of moisture infiltration into the camera by connection cables. Cable protection through sealing is the camera installer's duty. The manufacturer is not liable for any camera damages caused as a result of failing in performing this activity by the installer.

CAUTION! Camera power supply connector is not hermetic. The installer should seal this connector by himself.

The camera can be supplied using an external power supply unit corresponding with the camera parameters or by using the RJ45 network socket and PoE (802.3af) power supply unit. If you are using an external power supply, please connect wires according to the polarization shown in the diagram.

Scheme of 12VDC power supply connector:

Diagram showing 12VDC power supply connector with + and - terminals.

CAUTION! In order to provide protection against voltage surges/lightning strikes, the usage of appropriate surge protectors is advised. Any damages resulting from surges are not eligible for service repairs.

2.3. Camera mounting

To mount a camera, please follow the instructions below:

• Unscrew the counter nut (2).
• Put the bracket to the wall in a desired mounting place (with cable hole). Mark the drill pattern and drill holes for screws and wires.
• Drill holes for screws, wires, and base.
• Mount the camera base (1) using the supplied plugs and screws.
• If necessary, unscrew the service panel (3), mount the microSD card in the socket (4), and screw the camera service panel (3).
• Connect the camera wires.
• Adjust camera position.
• Tighten the counter nut (2).

CAUTION! Please note that the wall or ceiling must have enough strength to carry the IP Camera.

CAUTION! In order to obtain the declared degree of protection, please seal the camera bracket to prevent water getting inside. Furthermore, when installing the bracket on rough/uneven surfaces, please additionally seal the junction with appropriate sealing mass. Please pay special attention to any mounting holes and if they are loop-through ones, seal them too.

2.4. Starting the IP camera

To run the NOVUS IP camera, connect an Ethernet cable between the camera and a network PoE switch with PoE support (IEEE 802.3af). You can also power it from a 12VDC power supply compatible with the camera's power supply specification.

The recommended way to start an IP camera and perform its configuration is a direct connection to the network switch which is not connected to other devices. For further information about network configuration parameters (IP address, gateway, network mask, etc.), please contact your network administrator.

Connection using network switch with PoE support:

Diagram showing IP Camera connected to a Network PoE Switch, which is connected to a Computer. Power and network transmission are shown between the camera and the switch, and network transmission between the switch and the computer.

Connection using external power supply and network switch:

Diagram showing IP Camera connected to a Network Switch, with an external power adapter. The switch is connected to a Computer. Power and network transmission are shown between the camera and the switch, and network transmission between the switch and the computer.

2.5. Initial configuration via the web browser

The default network settings for the NVIP-8H-6211 camera are:

• IP address: 192.168.1.200
• Network mask: 255.255.255.0
• Gateway: 192.168.1.1
• User name: root
• Password: pass

Knowing the camera's IP address, you need to appropriately set the PC's IP address so that the two devices can operate in the same network subnet (e.g., for IP 192.168.1.1, an appropriate address for the camera ranges from 192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254, e.g., 192.168.1.60). It is not allowed to set the same addresses for the camera and the PC computer.

You can either set the network configuration (IP address, gateway, net mask, etc.) of the NOVUS IP camera yourself or select DHCP mode (DHCP server is required in this method in the target network) by using the web browser or NMS software. When you use DHCP server, check the IP address lease and its linking with the camera MAC address to avoid changing or losing the IP address during device operation or network/DHCP server breakdown. Remember to use a new camera IP address after changing network parameters.

After network setting configuration is done, the camera can be connected to a target network.

2.6. Security recommendations for network architecture and configuration

CAUTION! Below are shown security recommendations for network architecture and configuration of CCTV systems that are connected to the Internet to reduce the risk of unauthorized interference with the system by a third party.

1. Absolutely change the default passwords and user names (if the device allows) of all applied network devices (recorders, cameras, routers, network switches, etc.) to a password of high complexity. Use lowercase and uppercase letters, numbers, and special characters if possible.
2. Depending on the available functionality, to restrict access to the network devices at the administrator account level, it is recommended to configure user accounts accordingly.
3. Do not use the DMZ function (Demilitarized zone) in your router. Using this function opens access to the recorder system from the Internet on all ports, which allows for unauthorized interference with the system. Instead of DMZ, use port forwarding to redirect only the necessary ports for connection (detailed information about ports of communication in different models of recorders, cameras, etc. can be found in the operating instructions).
4. Use routers with a firewall function and ensure it is enabled and properly configured.
5. It is recommended to change the default network communication port numbers of used devices if possible.
6. If used network devices have a UPnP feature and it is not used, turn it off.
7. If used network devices have a P2P feature and it is not used, turn it off.
8. If used network devices support HTTPS protocol for connection, it is recommended to use it.
9. If used network devices support IP filtering for authorized connections, it is recommended to use it.
10. If the used recorder has two network interfaces, it is recommended to use both of them to physically separate the network for cameras and the network for Internet connection. The only device in the system accessible from the Internet will be the recorder; there will be no physical access directly to any camera.

NETWORK CONNECTION USING WEB BROWSER

3.1. Recommended PC specification for web browser connections

Requirements below apply to connection with an IP camera, assuming smooth image display in 3840x2160 resolution and 20 fps speed:

• CPU: Intel i7 3 GHz
• RAM Memory: min. 6 GB
• VGA card: Nvidia GeForce 1GB
• OS: Windows 10
• Network card: 100/1000 Mb/s

3.2. Connection with IP camera via web browser

CAUTION! To maintain correct operation for snapshot or video recording, you must run the browser as an administrator.

You have to enter the camera IP address in the web browser address bar. If the IP address is correct, the user login window will be displayed:

Login screen with fields for Name, Password, Stream Type, and Language. A 'Login' button is present.

In the Language box, you can change the display language. Available languages: Polish, English, and others. The default language is Polish.

CAUTION! Default user is 'root' and default password is 'pass'. The camera will ask you to change the default password during the first login (recommended). To do this, check the 'Modify password' option and then enter and confirm the new password. To log in to the camera without changing the password, press the 'OK' button. The message will be displayed each time you log in, until you change your password, or select the 'Do not show again' option.

Diagram showing the initial login screen for the NOVUS IP camera.

If this is the first time running the camera, the following screen will appear:

Screen showing a message that the plugin is not installed or needs an update, with options to download and install it.

To correctly operate the camera, you need a NetIPCamera plugin. You have to download and install it. To do this, click the 'Save' button, then 'Run', close the IE browser, choose the language, click the 'Install' button, and finally click the 'Finish' button. After installation, run the IE browser.

CAUTION! In Windows Vista/7/8/8.1/10, the ActiveX applet may be blocked by Windows Defender or User Account Control. In such a case, you should allow this applet to run, or simply disable these functions.

CAUTION! If the installation fails, changing security settings for the IE browser is required. To do this, select 'Enable' for 'Initialize and script ActiveX controls not marked as safe' and 'Download unsigned ActiveX controls' options.

WWW INTERFACE - WORKING WITH IP CAMERA

4.1 Displaying live video

Diagram showing the live video interface of the NOVUS IP camera.

1. Camera menu:

• Live - opens the camera live video
• Config - opens the camera configuration menu
• Search - opens the camera playback
• Logout - button used to log out the current user

2. Buttons for changing the displayed stream and fluency - allow changing the displayed stream to Main stream, Sub stream, and also allow choosing between Real-time, Balanced, and Fluent fluency.

3. Alarm icons - icons showing the current status of some camera alarms.

4. Live video window

5. Image settings buttons - these buttons change the picture display mode in the live video preview:

• Original size
• Adapt
• Proper size
• Full screen

6. Function buttons - these buttons allow enabling/disabling some functions:

• Stop live view
• Snapshot
• Zoom In/Zoom Out (digital)
• Start recording
• Enable/Disable audio
• Lens control (disabled)

ELECTRIC CONNECTORS AND ACCESORIES

5.1. MicroSD card installation

The camera supports microSD cards up to a maximum size of 256GB. To install the card properly, please follow the instructions below:

• Turn off the camera power.
• Unscrew the camera service panel (1).
• Mount microSD card in the socket (2).
• Screw the camera service panel (1).
• Turn on the camera.
• Check the microSD card by checking its capacity in the "System" -> "SD Card" tab.

Diagram showing the microSD card installation process.

FACTORY SETTINGS RESTORING

Restoring factory settings of the IP camera restores all default settings. This process takes about two minutes. NOVUS NVIP-8H-6211 cameras allow restoring defaults via:

• Software (via web browser)
• Software (via NMS IPTool)
• Hardware (using reset button (RST))

6.1. Software factory settings restoring via web browser

Restoring factory settings via web browser allows you to optionally keep some settings, such as network settings. To restore default settings, go to: “Maintenance -> Backup and Restore” tab.

6.2. Software factory settings restoring via NMS IPTool

NMS IPTool (version 3.5 or later) allows restoring factory settings. To restore settings via NMS IPTool, find the camera in the list of available devices and then, on the right side of the row click the icon. Then, within 30 seconds, disconnect the camera's power. After reconnecting the camera, all settings will be factory default.

Screenshot of the NMS IP Tool software showing a list of devices and options for managing them.

6.3. Hardware factory settings restoring

To restore factory settings using the reset button (RST), please follow the instructions below:

• Unscrew the camera service panel (1).
• Press the reset button (2) and hold for 10 seconds.
• Release the button.
• Screw the camera service panel (1).
• Log on after 2 minutes using the default IP address (http://192.168.1.200) and default user name (root) and password (pass).

Diagram showing the reset button location.