Milesight Network Keyboard MS-K01 User Manual

Industry Canada ICES-003 Compliance

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Safety Instruction ⚠️

These instructions ensure correct product usage to avoid danger or property loss. Precautions are divided into "Warnings" and "Cautions".

• Warnings: Serious injury or death may occur if neglected.
• Cautions: Injury or equipment damage may occur if neglected.

Warnings: Please follow these safeguards to prevent serious injury or death.

Cautions: Please follow these safeguards to prevent potential injury or equipment damage.

Warnings

• Installation must be conducted by a qualified service person, complying with local electrical safety regulations.
• To avoid fire and electric shock, keep the product away from rain and moisture before installation.
• Do not touch hot components like heat sinks, power regulators, and processors.
• Source with DC 12V. Ensure the plug is firmly inserted into the power socket.
• If the product malfunctions, contact your dealer. Do not attempt to disassemble it yourself.

Cautions

• Ensure the power supply voltage is correct before using the keyboard.
• Do not store or install the device in extreme temperatures, dusty or damp locations, or expose it to high electromagnetic radiation.
• Use only manufacturer-recommended components and parts.
• Do not drop the keyboard or subject it to physical shock.
• To prevent heat accumulation, do not block air circulation around the device.
• Save the package for future transportation needs.

EU Conformity Statement ♻️ ?

• 2012/19/EU (WEEE directive): Products marked with this symbol cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the EU. For proper recycling, return the product to your local supplier upon purchasing equivalent new equipment, or dispose of it at designated collection points. More information: www.recyclethis.info.
• 2006/66/EC (battery directive): This product contains a battery that cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the EU. Refer to product documentation for specific battery information. The battery may be marked with symbols indicating cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), or mercury (Hg). For proper recycling, return the battery to your supplier or a designated collection point. More information: www.recyclethis.info.

Chapter I Product Introduction

1.1 Introduction

The Milesight Network Keyboard MS-K01 controls Milesight NVR and PTZ Cameras. It uses network connection for easy setup and control, simplifying installation. The built-in Web Server allows management via a browser. The LCD screen on the operation panel displays operations, offering a user-friendly experience.

1.2 Product Key Functions

Hardware

• Supports an LCD screen for operation display.
• Keyboard joystick supports 4D operation (up, down, left, right, rotation, confirmation).
• Shortcut keys for PTZ control (e.g., preset, patrol).
• Shortcut keys for NVR control (e.g., snapshot, audio operation).
• Shortcut keys for recording and playback control (e.g., record, play, stop, pause, speed up/down).
• Shortcut keys for light control operation.
• Easy to operate with stable performance.

General

• Supports Administrator and Operator user management.
• Compatible with IE, Firefox, Chrome, and Safari browsers for management.
• Supports auto-searching of connected devices on the same network segment.
• Can control up to 110 devices.
• Supports importing and exporting keyboard configuration files via the web page.

1.3 Appearance

Figure 1.3-1: Milesight Network Keyboard Operation Panel shows the top view of the keyboard, featuring a joystick, an LCD screen, and numerous labeled buttons for various functions including navigation, PTZ control, NVR control, and system settings.

Figure 1.3-2: Milesight Network Keyboard Interfaces shows the rear panel of the keyboard, displaying connection ports labeled RS-232, ETHERNET, USB, and DC12V POWER.

1.4 Operation Panel

The operation panel includes various functional buttons:

1.5 Keyboard Joystick

Description of Joystick

Note:

1. The greater the amplitude of the joystick sway, the greater the PTZ camera speed.
2. The keyboard joystick is a precision part with a rotation angle of approximately ±45°. Avoid over-rotation to prevent damage.
3. '1' controls zoom (clockwise for zoom in, counterclockwise for zoom out). '2' is the central button, usable as an Enter button.

1.6 Keyboard Shuttle

Description of Shuttle

Chapter II Operation Guide

2.1 User Account

Two types of user accounts exist: admin and operator.

Admin User Permissions:

• Add up to 9 operator accounts.
• Configure keyboard parameters.
• Add, edit, and delete devices.
• Add, edit, and delete operator users.
• Control the Network Keyboard.

Operator User: Can only control the Network Keyboard.

Note:

1. Both admin and operator users can control the Network Keyboard.
2. Only admin users can access the keyboard via a web page.
3. Only admin users can modify keyboard parameters.

2.2 Boot and Shut down of Network Keyboard

2.2.1 Boot

Step 1: Connect the power supply and cable. After a few seconds, the keyboard will initialize, and the login interface will appear on the LCD screen.

Figure 2.2.1-1: Locked Interface shows the keyboard's LCD displaying "LOCKED" with prompts: "1. PRESS [LOCK]", "2. TYPE PASSWORD", "3. PRESS [ENTER]".

Step 2: Follow the prompts to log in. To configure parameters, log in with the admin user password.

Note:

1. The default username and password are 'admin' and '1234'.
2. Entering a username is optional; the password alone identifies the user.
3. Logging in as an operator user provides access to all functions except [SET], which is the same as the admin user.
4. When inputting the password, moving the joystick left executes a Delete action.

2.2.2 Shut Down

Unplug the power supply to power off and shut down the keyboard.

2.3 Local Keyboard Configuration by Admin

2.3.1 Login

Input the admin user password to log in the keyboard.

2.3.2 Keyboard Management

Step 1: Long press the [SYS] button for 2 seconds to enter the setting interface.

Figure 2.3.2-1: Setting Interface shows the main setting menu with options: "1. NETWORK", "2. DEVICE", "3. SYSTEM".

Step 2: Use the joystick to select configuration items and press [Enter] to confirm.

• Network:

Figure 2.3.2-2: Network Interface displays "NETWORK SET" with options: "1. NET MODE: STATIC" and "2. CURRENT IP".

• NET MODE: Choose between STATIC or DHCP to set the keyboard's IP address. After configuration, a "REBOOT NOW?" prompt appears; confirm to apply the setting.
• CURRENT IP: View the current IP address.

• Device:

Figure 2.3.2-3: Device Interface shows options: "1. INQUIRE", "2. ADD", "3. DELETE".

• INQUIRE: View added devices.
• ADD: Select [ADD], press [ENTER] to enter the ADD DEVICE interface. Assign an ID, select device type (NVR/PTZ camera) using the joystick, enter the device IP address, and press [ENTER] to save.
• DELETE: Input the device ID and press [ENTER] to delete it.

• System:

Figure 2.3.2-4: System Interface displays options: "1. SOUND : OFF", "2. BACK LIGHT : 10 MIN", "3. LANGUAGE : ENGLISH", "4. PASSWORD", "5. DEFAULT".

• SOUND: Toggle keypad tones on/off using the joystick, then press [ENTER] to save.
• BACK LIGHT: Adjust screen back light retention time using the joystick, then press [ENTER] to save.
• LANGUAGE: Select English or Chinese using the joystick and press [ENTER] to confirm.
• PASSWORD: Set the keyboard login password.
• DEFAULT: Press [ENTER] to restore factory default settings.

Note:

1. Ensure the Network Keyboard is connected to the Internet.
2. The default IP address is 192.168.5.180.
3. Moving the joystick left while inputting an IP address performs a Delete action.
4. Press and hold [ESC] to exit configuration without saving.

2.4 Keyboard Operation

After adding devices, use the keyboard to control them.

2.4.1 Device Connection

ID: Device number.

Step 1: Press the [ID] button, then input the device ID number.

Figure 2.4.1-1 shows the LCD prompt "ID :-" and "ENTER ID -".

Step 2: Input the user password for the device in the Device Login interface.

Figure 2.4.1-2: Device Authentication shows the LCD prompt "Login", "Mode: abc", "<HOST PW>".

After authentication, the LCD screen shows the connection state.

Figure 2.4.1-3: NVR Mode shows the LCD displaying "Network Keyboard", "Mode: NVR".

Step 3 (For NVR only): If NVR requires local authentication, press [SHIFT] to switch between 'abc' and '123' modes, then input the password.

Figure 2.4.1-4: NVR Login Interface shows a computer screen with "User Login" for a Network Video Recorder, fields for "User Name" and "Password", and a "Login" button.

Example (Password 'ms1234'):

1. Move the joystick to select the password input box.
2. Press [SHIFT] to enter 'abc' mode, then input 'ms'.

Figure 2.4.1-5 shows the LCD displaying "Login", "Mode: abc", and "*s".

1. Press [SHIFT] to enter '123' mode, then input '1234'.

Figure 2.4.1-6 shows the LCD displaying "Login", "Mode: 123", and "****4".

Step 4: Press [ENTER] to log in to the NVR on the monitor.

Note:

1. Press [ID] to input different IDs for connecting devices.
2. When authenticating NVR passwords, use [Del] to delete characters.
3. Use [SHIFT] to switch between numbers and letters.
4. In 'abc' mode, press letter buttons to switch between uppercase and lowercase.
5. Use the same user level for keyboard authentication as for local NVR login.

2.4.2 PTZ Control

Operate PTZ cameras using the joystick and PTZ function buttons.

Figure 2.4.2-1: PTZ Control illustrates the connection: Network Keyboard controls NVR, which in turn controls PTZ Cameras. The Network Keyboard can also directly control PTZ Cameras.

Press [SHIFT] to select PTZ mode.

Figure 2.4.2-2: PTZ Mode shows the LCD displaying "Network Keyboard", "Mode: PTZ".

• PRESET
  Setting: PRESET + Num + ENTER
  Delete: DEL + PRESET + Num + ENTER
  Call: CALL + PRESET + Num + ENTER
• PATROL
  Call: CALL + PATROL + Num + ENTER
  Pause: STOP
• PATTERN
  Call: CALL + PATTERN + Num + ENTER
  Pause: STOP

Use [ZOOM+], [ZOOM-], [FOCUS+], [FOCUS-], [IRIS+], [IRIS-] buttons to adjust the PTZ camera lens.

Note:

1. PTZ control is only possible when in PTZ Mode.
2. Joystick movement amplitude controls PTZ speed; joystick rotation controls PTZ zoom.
3. Press [ESC] or [SHIFT] to exit PTZ Mode.

Chapter III Keyboard Configuration by WEB Server

3.1 Login

Figure 3.1-1: WEB Login Page shows the Milesight web login interface with fields for username and password, and a login button.

Step 1: Input the keyboard's IP address in a web browser.

Step 2: Input the admin user password to log in.

3.2 Device Management

Figure 3.2-1: Device Management displays the web interface for managing connected devices, including search, add, delete, and save functions.

• Add Devices

Method 1: Add devices via searching function

1. Click the [Search] button to find devices on the LAN.

Figure 3.2-2: Search Device shows the search results listing various NVR devices with their IP addresses.

1. Select a device and click [Add].

Figure 3.2-3: Add One Device shows a single selected device with the "Add" button highlighted.

Click [Add All] to add all searched devices.

Figure 3.2-4: Add All Devices shows multiple devices selected with the "Add All" button highlighted.

1. Click [Save] to confirm the operations.

Method 2: Add devices manually

1. Select the device type.
2. Input the device IP address and click [Add Manually].
3. Click [Save] to confirm.

Figure 3.2-5: Add Manually shows the manual add interface with fields for ID, Type, and Device IP.

• Configure Added Devices

• Click [Delete] to remove an added device.
• Click [Del All] to remove all added devices.
• Click [Sort] to sort devices by ID, type, and IP address.

Note: Click [Save] after any operation to ensure changes take effect.

3.3 Keyboard Management

Click the icon to enter the Setting page.

• Network

Figure 3.3-1: Keyboard Management shows the Network settings page, allowing configuration of Network Type, IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS Server.

Note: If a DHCP server is active, select the DHCP Network Type.

• Users

Figure 3.3-2: User shows the Users page where operator users can be added, edited, or deleted, and the Admin password can be changed.

• Hardware

Figure 3.3-3: Hardware shows the Hardware page for turning keypad tones on/off and setting screen back light retention time. Click [Save] to apply settings.

• System

Figure 3.3-4: System displays System information, including Software Version and MAC Address, with options for Reboot, Reset, and Upgrade.

Click ? to reboot the keyboard.

Click ⚙️ to reset the keyboard to factory defaults.

• System Upgrade:

1. Browse and select the upgrade file.
2. Click "upgrade" after successful file upload. The system will reboot to complete the update.

Note: Do not disconnect power during the update process.

• Configuration

Figure 3.3-5: Configuration shows options to Export or Import configuration files.

• Export: Click Export to back up current settings.
• Import: Click Browse to select a file and click Upload to restore settings.

Chapter IV Services

Milesight Technology Co., Ltd provides timely and comprehensive technical support. End-users should contact their local dealer. Distributors and resellers can contact Milesight directly.

Technical Support Mailbox: support@milesight.com

Web: www.milesight.com

Online Problem Submission System: www.milesight.com/support/feedback.asp

MILESIGHT USA

TEL: +1-800-561-0485

Add: 220 NE 51st ST, Oakland Park, Florida 33334, USA

MILESIGHT KOREA

TEL: +82-2-839-3335

Add: 9F/925, 25-32, Anyang SK V1 Center, LS-ro 116beon-gil, Dongan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea

MILESIGHT CHINA

TEL: +86-592-5922772

Add: Building C09, Software Park Phase III, Xiamen 361024, Fujian, China

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