i-PRO Basic Information

About the User Manuals

Product documentation is composed of the following documents:

• Installation Guide (accessory): Provides information about “Precautions”, “Precautions for installation" and the installation method.
• Basic Information (this document): Provides information about “Precautions for use” and “Detail specifications”.
• Operating Instructions (in the following manual website): Explains how to perform the settings and how to operate this camera.

Support Website for Documentation: https://i-pro.com/global/en/surveillance/documentation_database

Use "<Control No.: C****>" to search for information on the support website: https://i-pro.com/global/en/surveillance/training_support/support/technical_information

Note: SDXC/ SDHC/ SD memory card is described as SD memory card. The external appearance and other parts shown in this manual may differ from the actual product within the scope that will not interfere with normal use due to product improvement.

Product Image

The product is a circular, white network camera, designed for ceiling or wall mounting. It features a prominent lens on its underside, suggesting a wide-angle or panoramic view capability.

Document Contents Overview

This document provides information on: Limitation of Liability, Disclaimer of Warranty, Notations, System Requirements for a PC, Network Security, Precautions for Use, Parts and Functions, Troubleshooting, and Detailed Specifications.

Limitation of Liability

This publication is provided “AS IS” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for any particular purpose, or non-infringement of the third party's right. This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are added to the information herein, at any time, for the improvements of this publication and/or the corresponding product(s).

Disclaimer of Warranty

In no event shall i-PRO Co., Ltd. be liable to any party or any person, except for replacement or reasonable maintenance of the product, for the cases, including but not limited to below:

1. Any loss or damage, including without limitation, direct or indirect, special, consequential or exemplary, arising out of or relating to the product;
2. Any inconvenience, loss, or damage caused by inappropriate use or negligent operation of the user;
3. All malfunctions or troubles from unauthorized disassemble, repair or modification of the product by the user, regardless of the cause of the malfunction or trouble;
4. Inconvenience or any loss arising when images are not displayed, due to any reason or cause including any failure or problem of the product;
5. Any problem, consequential inconvenience, or loss or damage, arising out of the system combined by the devices of third party;
6. Any claim or action for damages brought by any person or organization as a photographed subject due to violation of privacy concerning a surveillance camera's picture or saved data, for some reason (including use when user authentication on the authentication setting screen is set to OFF), becoming public or being used for any purpose;
7. Loss of registered data caused by any failure (including initialization of the product due to forgotten authentication information such as a user name and password).

About Notations

The following notations are used when describing the functions limited for specified models. The functions without the notations are supported by all models.

• S4176: The functions with this notation are available when using the model WV-S4176.
• S4156: The functions with this notation are available when using the model WV-S4156.

System Requirements for a PC

*1 In order to view camera images with Internet Explorer, we recommend using the hardware decode function. For details, refer to our support website <Control No.: C0313>.

IMPORTANT:

• For information on the operation verification of the supported operating systems and web browsers, refer to our support website <Control No.: C0104, C0122>.
• When using a PC that does not meet the above requirements, displaying of images may become slower or the web browser may become inoperable.
• Audio may not be heard if a sound card is not installed on a PC. Audio may be interrupted depending on the network environment.
• When using Microsoft Windows 8.1, use it in the desktop. The software cannot be used in the Modern UI design.

Network Security

As you will use this unit connected to a network, your attention is called to the following security risks:

• Leakage or theft of information through this unit
• Use of this unit for illegal operations by persons with malicious intent
• Interference with or stoppage of this unit by persons with malicious intent

It is your responsibility to take precautions such as those described below to protect yourself against the above network security risks:

• Use this unit in a network secured by a firewall, etc.
• If this unit is connected to a network that includes PCs, make sure that the system is not infected by computer viruses or other malicious entities (using a regularly updated anti-virus program, anti-spyware program, etc.).
• To prevent unauthorized access, use user-authentication, set user names and passwords, and limit which users can log in.
• Apply measures such as user authentication to protect your network against leakage or theft of information, including image data, authentication information (user names and passwords), alarm mail information, and DDNS server information.
• After the unit is accessed by the administrator, make sure to close the browser.
• Change the administrator password periodically. Additionally, save user authentication information (user names and passwords) in such a way that it is kept out of the hands of third parties.
• Do not install the camera in locations where the camera or the cables can be destroyed or damaged by persons with malicious intent.

Precautions for Use

When the product is accessible from the Internet

To prevent unauthorized access, note the following:

• Leave user authentication turned on.
• Periodically change passwords that are used to access the product. Refer to the Operating Instructions for information about how to change passwords.

To keep on using with stable performance

Do not use this product in hot and humid conditions for a long time. Failure to observe this causes component degradation resulting in life shortening of this product. Do not expose this product to direct heat sources such as a heater.

Make sure that the product does not become wet

Keep this camera away from water and moisture.

Usage such as switching the power ON/OFF frequently could lead to failure of the camera.

Handle this product with care

Do not drop this product, nor apply shock or vibration to the product. Failure to observe this may cause trouble.

Do not directly touch the lens

A dirty lens causes deterioration of picture quality.

Error Detection and Restart

When an error is detected, this product will restart automatically. This product will be inoperable for around 2 minutes after the restart just as when the power is turned on.

About the automatic status detection function

When this product malfunctions due to exogenous noise, etc. for 30 seconds or more, the product will automatically reset and will return to normal state. When the product is reset, initialization will be carried out as when the power of the product is turned on. When the product repeatedly resets, exogenous noise level around the product may be high and that may cause malfunction. Contact your dealer for instructions.

Periodically images on the screen appear to be distorted

When the camera is installed in a location where it is subject to small vibrations (for example, when it is installed near devices that vibrate), images may appear distorted and stretched lengthways. This phenomenon is a characteristic of image pickup devices that use CMOS sensors and is caused by the relationship between the periodic movements of the camera and the timing that the image sensor reads images. This is not a problem with the camera. To reduce the possibility of this phenomenon occurring, install the camera in a secure location.

Liability Note: We shall not be liable for content compensation, losses of recorded or edited content and any direct or indirect consequent damages caused by failure to record or edit due to faults with this unit or the SD memory card. In addition, the same provisions apply after unit is repaired.

About the CMOS image sensor

• When continuously shooting a bright light source such as a spotlight, the color filter of the CMOS image sensor may become deteriorated and this may cause discoloration. Even when changing the fixed shooting direction after continuously shooting a spotlight for a certain period, the discoloration may remain.
• When shooting fast-moving subjects or objects crossing the shooting area may look to be bending askew.

Cleaning this product body

Be sure to turn off the power before cleaning. Failure to observe this may cause injury.

Do not use benzine, thinner, alcohol, or any other types of solvents or detergents. Otherwise, it may cause discoloration. When using a chemical cloth for cleaning, read the caution provided with the chemical cloth product.

• Do not loosen or remove screws unless instructed to do so in the product documentation.

Other Precautions and Settings

Cleaning the lens

Use a lens cleaning paper (used to clean camera lenses or lenses of spectacles). When using solvent, use an alcohol solvent and do not use a glass cleaner or a thinner.

AVC Patent Portfolio License

This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal use of a consumer or other uses in which it does not receive remuneration to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, L.L.C. See http://www.mpegla.com.

Product disposal/transfer

Data saved on this product or a storage device used with this product may lead to personal information leakage. When it is necessary to dispose or give this product to someone, even when for repair, make sure that there is no data on this product. When abandoning the memory media, it is recommended to destroy it physically after deleting data by PC.

Effects on images and image quality

Depending on the installation location, the dome cover or lens may become dirty, causing image quality to deteriorate or images may become difficult to see.

Router

When connecting this product to the Internet, use a broadband router with the port forwarding function (NAT, IP masquerade). Refer to the Operating Instructions for further information about the port forwarding function.

Time & Date Setting

It is necessary to set the time & date before putting this product into operation. Refer to the Operating Instructions for descriptions of how to perform the settings.

Parts and Functions

Terminals

The camera features several terminals for connectivity:

• [1] RJ45 Network terminal: For connecting an Ethernet cable (category 5e or better, straight, 4 pairs (8 pins)). Maximum cable length is 100 m (328 feet). Ensure the PoE device is IEEE802.3af compliant. If both 12 V DC and PoE are connected, 12 V DC will be used. Reconnect the cable after 2 seconds if disconnected to ensure PoE power supply.
• [2] Power supply terminal (12 V DC): For connecting the output cable of the AC adapter. Use the provided power cable plug and ensure it is fully inserted. Avoid applying excessive force to the power cable during installation. Use an AC adapter compliant with the specifications indicated on the unit.
• [3] Audio input cable (white): Connects a microphone or line out using a ø3.5 mm stereo mini plug. Specifications for microphone input (recommended type, sensitivity, impedance, supply voltage, cable length) and line input (input level, cable length) are provided.
• [4] Audio output cable (black): Connects an external speaker using a ø3.5 mm stereo mini plug (audio output is monaural). Specifications for output impedance, cable length, and output level are provided. Use a powered speaker. Important: Connect/disconnect audio cables and power off audio output devices first to avoid loud noise. Ensure a stereo mini plug is used. A monaural mini plug may result in no audio. A locally procured conversion cable (mono-stereo) may be needed for monaural speakers with amplifiers. The audio output can be switched to monitor output for adjustment purposes.
• [5] EXT I/O terminals / External I/O terminal plug: Connect external devices. Terminals 2 and 3 (ALARM IN2, 3) can be configured for Off, Alarm input, or Alarm output/AUX output. Ratings are provided for ALARM IN1, ALARM IN2, ALARM IN3 (input specifications) and ALARM OUT, AUX OUT (output specifications). Important: Install external devices so they do not exceed the network camera's rating and ensure EXT I/O terminals used as alarm output or AUX output do not cause signal collision.

Troubleshooting

Before seeking repairs, consult the following table. Contact your dealer if a problem persists or is not listed.

Detail Specifications

Basic

Monitor Output & I/O

*1 Refer to our support website <Control No.: C0106> for further information about Power source and Power consumption.

*2 The audio output can be switched to the monitor output. Refer to the "Operating Instructions" on our manual website for descriptions of how to switch the output.

Dimensions, Mass, Finish

Camera Specifications

Image and Dynamic Range

Camera Settings

*1 When a mode other than "Fisheye" is used, the range that can be set is 0 to 29.

Lens Specifications

DORI (Detect, Observe, Recognize, Identify)

Distance to the object in the center of the image

Coverage radius when mounted at a height of 3 m (10 ft)

Network Specifications

*1 H.265/H.264 can be selected for each stream.

*2 When “Single PTZ” mode is used in wall installations, the 2560×1920 resolution cannot be used.

*3 Transmission for 2 streams can be individually set.

*4 When recording audio on an SD memory card, only use AAC-LC (Advanced Audio Coding - Low Complexity).

*5 For information on the operation verification of the supported operating systems and web browsers, refer to our support website <Control No.: C0104, C0122>.

*6 Refer to our support website <Control No.: C0107> for latest information about the compatible SD memory cards.

*7 For possible number of images and duration (an indication) that can be saved on the SD memory card, refer to our support website below. Possible number of JPEG images that can be saved: <Control No.: C0306>. Possible duration of stream images (H.265 or H.264) that can be saved: <Control No.: C0307>.

*8 Use the microSD memory card with SD Speed Class 6 or higher. Use the microSD memory card that complies with UHS-1(Ultra High Speed-1) in the case of SD Speed Class 10.

*9 When repeatedly recording images on an SD memory card using the auto overwrite function, make sure to use an SD memory card with high reliability and durability.