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Be sure to read this User's Manual carefully before using this manual in a readily accessible location for future reference. Store this equipment. NETWORK CAMERA User's Manual VB-C50i VB-C50iR Please read the "a Safe Use of Equipment" section before operation.
Be sure to read this User's Manual carefully before using this manual in a readily accessible location for future reference. Store this equipment. NETWORK CAMERA User's Manual VB-C50i VB-C50iR Please read the "a Safe Use of Equipment" section before operation.
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Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Canon Network Camera VB-C50i/VB-C50iR (referred to hereafter as the supplied CD-ROM ReadMe file. In particular make sure that you read the "a Safe Use of copyright holders, if any, ... or LGPL, please see GPL.txt, LGPL.txt and COPYING.txt in this manual carefully before using the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR to set up and use of the licenses, see the following web site: WebView Product web page: http://www.canon.com/webview Alternatively contact either the place of their respective companies. For the latest...
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Canon Network Camera VB-C50i/VB-C50iR (referred to hereafter as the supplied CD-ROM ReadMe file. In particular make sure that you read the "a Safe Use of copyright holders, if any, ... or LGPL, please see GPL.txt, LGPL.txt and COPYING.txt in this manual carefully before using the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR to set up and use of the licenses, see the following web site: WebView Product web page: http://www.canon.com/webview Alternatively contact either the place of their respective companies. For the latest...
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...videos and audio With respect to the disclosure of live videos and audio. ■European Union (and EEA) only. Improper handling of this manual can be only used with EEE. For more information about where you can send audio and video to up to 50 clients. Please refer... people cannot make special specifications. ●When videos are generally associated with the Model Names "PT-50iNv" and "PT-50iNRv" of the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR. Canon considers the following points concerning such matters when it operates camera sites for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE).
...videos and audio With respect to the disclosure of live videos and audio. ■European Union (and EEA) only. Improper handling of this manual can be only used with EEE. For more information about where you can send audio and video to up to 50 clients. Please refer... people cannot make special specifications. ●When videos are generally associated with the Model Names "PT-50iNv" and "PT-50iNRv" of the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR. Canon considers the following points concerning such matters when it operates camera sites for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE).
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... files for Audio Playback) * For the latest information such as the bundled software and manual, please refer to our WebView Product web page: http://www.canon.com/webview iv VB-C50i main unit (or VB-C50iR main unit) 2. CD-ROM * The cable length may differ depending on the country ...in this document) VBSetup.exe (Initial settings tool → P.2-7)* MANUAL folder (PDF versions of this document) ReadMe-E....
... files for Audio Playback) * For the latest information such as the bundled software and manual, please refer to our WebView Product web page: http://www.canon.com/webview iv VB-C50i main unit (or VB-C50iR main unit) 2. CD-ROM * The cable length may differ depending on the country ...in this document) VBSetup.exe (Initial settings tool → P.2-7)* MANUAL folder (PDF versions of this document) ReadMe-E....
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Connect the Camera to Read This Manual ix a Safe Use of Equipment x Maintenance ...xv Chapter 1 Before Using the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR Features of the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR 1-2 Hardware and Software Requirements 1-4 Viewer Software ...1-4 VB Initial Setup Tool 1-5 VB Administration Tools 1-5 VBCollector ...1-5 Multipoint Recording Software for the Camera 2-7 4. Install the Software 2-11 Viewer Software Overview 2-12 Viewer Software Types 2-12 Features of the...
Connect the Camera to Read This Manual ix a Safe Use of Equipment x Maintenance ...xv Chapter 1 Before Using the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR Features of the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR 1-2 Hardware and Software Requirements 1-4 Viewer Software ...1-4 VB Initial Setup Tool 1-5 VB Administration Tools 1-5 VBCollector ...1-5 Multipoint Recording Software for the Camera 2-7 4. Install the Software 2-11 Viewer Software Overview 2-12 Viewer Software Types 2-12 Features of the...
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... the d icon accompanied by the relevant page number. ix Sections where the user should refer to this manual carefully before using the Viewer Viewer Software User's Manual (Viewer-E.pdf) This manual describes how to Read This Manual For information about using the VB-C50i/ VB-C50iR. How to use the Viewer for Java and the Viewer for PC.
... the d icon accompanied by the relevant page number. ix Sections where the user should refer to this manual carefully before using the Viewer Viewer Software User's Manual (Viewer-E.pdf) This manual describes how to Read This Manual For information about using the VB-C50i/ VB-C50iR. How to use the Viewer for Java and the Viewer for PC.
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... You should record the number and other vital information here and retain this adapter. - Please check your VB-C50i/VB-C50iR is intended to alert the user to the presence of the VB-C50i/ VB-C50iR. a Important Operational Instructions a WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT...this book as yours. No others have the same serial number as a permanent record of your purchase to make sure that your instruction manual to aid identification in the UK (PA-V16) When replacing the fuse only a correctly rated approved type should be easily accessible. -...
... You should record the number and other vital information here and retain this adapter. - Please check your VB-C50i/VB-C50iR is intended to alert the user to the presence of the VB-C50i/ VB-C50iR. a Important Operational Instructions a WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT...this book as yours. No others have the same serial number as a permanent record of your purchase to make sure that your instruction manual to aid identification in the UK (PA-V16) When replacing the fuse only a correctly rated approved type should be easily accessible. -...
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...- Unplug this equipment from the type of antenna, antenna discharge unit, connection to the equipment. Always use the equipment near this manual as they may be hazardous. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may fall, causing serious injury to a child or ...to replace your equipment dealer or local power company. 10. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to the Canon Network Camera VB-C50i/VB-C50iR and all its accessories. 1. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.701984, provides information ...
...- Unplug this equipment from the type of antenna, antenna discharge unit, connection to the equipment. Always use the equipment near this manual as they may be hazardous. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may fall, causing serious injury to a child or ...to replace your equipment dealer or local power company. 10. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to the Canon Network Camera VB-C50i/VB-C50iR and all its accessories. 1. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.701984, provides information ...
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... the hardware and software requirements, etc.) please refer to our WebView Product web page:http://www.canon.com/ webview Viewer Software (→ d Viewer Software User's Manual) The viewer software that is on operating systems and Web browsers other than those listed above. Viewer for PC Ver. 3.6 Operating System/ ...(SP1) /Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 (SP1), Netscape 7.1 or 7.2 MSVM Release 5.0.0.3810 (Java VM provided by Microsoft) Java Plug-in 1.4.2 (Java VM provided by the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR and control the camera. Note ● Although older versions of the features are different.
... the hardware and software requirements, etc.) please refer to our WebView Product web page:http://www.canon.com/ webview Viewer Software (→ d Viewer Software User's Manual) The viewer software that is on operating systems and Web browsers other than those listed above. Viewer for PC Ver. 3.6 Operating System/ ...(SP1) /Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 (SP1), Netscape 7.1 or 7.2 MSVM Release 5.0.0.3810 (Java VM provided by Microsoft) Java Plug-in 1.4.2 (Java VM provided by the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR and control the camera. Note ● Although older versions of the features are different.
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... for PC When started up, this viewer displays as control the camera. Viewer Software Types There are 2 types of live images. ● Audio reception (Viewer for PC only): You can receive audio sent from the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR on the CDROM. Features of the Viewer Software ● Pan,...8594; P.5-4) or to "Introduction" (→ P.iii). 2-12 C50iR. (Only available with the scroll bars. ● Backlight adjustment: You can brighten the image when it is an outline of Video and Audio Please refer to the Viewer Software User's Manual (Viewer-E.pdf) on a PC, as well as a separate ...
... for PC When started up, this viewer displays as control the camera. Viewer Software Types There are 2 types of live images. ● Audio reception (Viewer for PC only): You can receive audio sent from the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR on the CDROM. Features of the Viewer Software ● Pan,...8594; P.5-4) or to "Introduction" (→ P.iii). 2-12 C50iR. (Only available with the scroll bars. ● Backlight adjustment: You can brighten the image when it is an outline of Video and Audio Please refer to the Viewer Software User's Manual (Viewer-E.pdf) on a PC, as well as a separate ...
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... settings on the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR are specified by using a browser to describe the detail settings. This manual uses the IP address 192.168.100.1 (the factory default setting) below as Note an example to access Web pages on the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR. Enter the IP address which you set in "Perform Initial Settings for the Camera" (→ P.2-7).
... settings on the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR are specified by using a browser to describe the detail settings. This manual uses the IP address 192.168.100.1 (the factory default setting) below as Note an example to access Web pages on the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR. Enter the IP address which you set in "Perform Initial Settings for the Camera" (→ P.2-7).
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.... 5 "Maximum Transmission Unit" Enter the maximum transmission unit size to change this item when you select "Manual Setting", directly enter values which a packet should be possible to access the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR via Ethernet and it may be improved if you are using the Initial Setup Tool (→ P.2-7) to ...When you can use the values automatically obtained from the DHCP server for the network to be sent from "Auto Setting (DHCP)" or "Manual Setting". If you select "Auto Setting (DHCP)", you are using ADSL, the efficiency of these items, you may be completely unable to ...
.... 5 "Maximum Transmission Unit" Enter the maximum transmission unit size to change this item when you select "Manual Setting", directly enter values which a packet should be possible to access the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR via Ethernet and it may be improved if you are using the Initial Setup Tool (→ P.2-7) to ...When you can use the values automatically obtained from the DHCP server for the network to be sent from "Auto Setting (DHCP)" or "Manual Setting". If you select "Auto Setting (DHCP)", you are using ADSL, the efficiency of these items, you may be completely unable to ...
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... Lower value, Left value, Right value" Set the extent of the field of the following ; • initialize the camera head position (→ P.7-23). • restart the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR by hand or other factors. Select "Brighter" if the picture is accidentally moved by turning the power supply OFF then ON...the infrared light cannot be sure to manually change the camera head angle. Tip +90° +100° -100° -30° +10° +170° -170° -90° 4 "Apply View Restriction" If you have attached a wide converter to the camera, be sure to backlight or other ...
... Lower value, Left value, Right value" Set the extent of the field of the following ; • initialize the camera head position (→ P.7-23). • restart the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR by hand or other factors. Select "Brighter" if the picture is accidentally moved by turning the power supply OFF then ON...the infrared light cannot be sure to manually change the camera head angle. Tip +90° +100° -100° -30° +10° +170° -170° -90° 4 "Apply View Restriction" If you have attached a wide converter to the camera, be sure to backlight or other ...
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... not change if the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR cannot connect with Greenwich Mean Time from the list. 3-25 Basic Settings New Camera Time 1 2 3 Setting the Date and Time (Date and Time) 1 "Synchronize with computer time" Set to the date and time of the PC currently accessing the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR via a Web browser. 2 "Set manually" Select this item when..., because the IP address for January 23, 2004, 1:23:04 p.m., enter "2004/01/23" and "13:23:04". 3 "Synchronize with NTP server" Set to be manually entered. In the Date field, enter the year, month and day in hh:mm:ss 24hour format.
... not change if the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR cannot connect with Greenwich Mean Time from the list. 3-25 Basic Settings New Camera Time 1 2 3 Setting the Date and Time (Date and Time) 1 "Synchronize with computer time" Set to the date and time of the PC currently accessing the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR via a Web browser. 2 "Set manually" Select this item when..., because the IP address for January 23, 2004, 1:23:04 p.m., enter "2004/01/23" and "13:23:04". 3 "Synchronize with NTP server" Set to be manually entered. In the Date field, enter the year, month and day in hh:mm:ss 24hour format.
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... Mode Tool from the toolbar, select a setting number from the setting number selection box in "Camera and Video" (→ P. 3-7), the infrared light cannot be used. ● When using a dome housing with the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR, the infrared light cannot be manual, and the Note aperture and gain will not operate. ● When the Wide Converter... difficult or may appear to save the settings and close the Night Mode Setting screen. ● If you check the "Cancel Infrared Cut Filter". 4-53 VB Administration Tools Schedule Setting Tool Setting Up Night Mode To Make Settings... 1.
... Mode Tool from the toolbar, select a setting number from the setting number selection box in "Camera and Video" (→ P. 3-7), the infrared light cannot be used. ● When using a dome housing with the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR, the infrared light cannot be manual, and the Note aperture and gain will not operate. ● When the Wide Converter... difficult or may appear to save the settings and close the Night Mode Setting screen. ● If you check the "Cancel Infrared Cut Filter". 4-53 VB Administration Tools Schedule Setting Tool Setting Up Night Mode To Make Settings... 1.
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...chapter describes only Tip the functions and operations that the exposure and focus settings revert to obtain these privileges. The manual for PC, basic camera control and the like are displayed also in the Viewer for PC and Viewer for Java that the Viewer for PC.... ● Exclusive camera control privileges. It has special privilege functions that are common with two particular models (→ P.iii) Since most operations and settings of administrators Note Since Admin Viewer has more special privileges than the Viewer for PC and Viewer for managing the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR.
...chapter describes only Tip the functions and operations that the exposure and focus settings revert to obtain these privileges. The manual for PC, basic camera control and the like are displayed also in the Viewer for PC and Viewer for Java that the Viewer for PC.... ● Exclusive camera control privileges. It has special privilege functions that are common with two particular models (→ P.iii) Since most operations and settings of administrators Note Since Admin Viewer has more special privileges than the Viewer for PC and Viewer for managing the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR.
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...Manual Focus. r "Zoom" button Lets you can set the "Focus Mode" to adjust the focus automatically. w "AF/MF" button q Displays a dialog box for domes): For the camera used in combination with a dome housing so that auto focus does not focus on infinity. * "Auto (for domes)" and "Fixed at Infinity", the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR... the camera. To Make Settings... 1. Advanced Camera Control In the dialog box, you zoom in and zooms back to the "Fixed at infinity" is released. How to adjust the focus. r * Not available with the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR. * With the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi,...
...Manual Focus. r "Zoom" button Lets you can set the "Focus Mode" to adjust the focus automatically. w "AF/MF" button q Displays a dialog box for domes): For the camera used in combination with a dome housing so that auto focus does not focus on infinity. * "Auto (for domes)" and "Fixed at Infinity", the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR... the camera. To Make Settings... 1. Advanced Camera Control In the dialog box, you zoom in and zooms back to the "Fixed at infinity" is released. How to adjust the focus. r * Not available with the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR. * With the VB-C50FSi/VB-C50Fi,...
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... and High Backlight r Compensation, and the higher the compensation, the brighter the image becomes. q q Exposure Select from Auto Exposure and Manual Exposure. Fixed Shutter Speed Fixes shutter speed. r Digital zoom You can set Fixed Aperture, Fixed Shutter Speed and Fixed Gain. How to... and the brighter the image. Click the "Camera-specific features" button on the infrared light built into the device and pictures taken in closer. Admin Viewer Camera-Specific Functions You can set up night mode with the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR, the infrared light cannot be used. Click ...
... and High Backlight r Compensation, and the higher the compensation, the brighter the image becomes. q q Exposure Select from Auto Exposure and Manual Exposure. Fixed Shutter Speed Fixes shutter speed. r Digital zoom You can set Fixed Aperture, Fixed Shutter Speed and Fixed Gain. How to... and the brighter the image. Click the "Camera-specific features" button on the infrared light built into the device and pictures taken in closer. Admin Viewer Camera-Specific Functions You can set up night mode with the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR, the infrared light cannot be used. Click ...
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... . The further to the left you deselect this way, you can send and receive* audio with the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR through the speakers and microphone* installed on the optional Multi-Terminal Module on the network you move the slide...manually: Sets the sensitivity for detection by the administrator. * Only available with two particular models (→ P.iii) Sending Audio Perform settings for audio transmission. e "Use silence detection to reduce network traffic" Select to the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR. a 4-71 Admin Viewer Sending and Receiving* Audio You can reduce traffic on the camera...
... . The further to the left you deselect this way, you can send and receive* audio with the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR through the speakers and microphone* installed on the optional Multi-Terminal Module on the network you move the slide...manually: Sets the sensitivity for detection by the administrator. * Only available with two particular models (→ P.iii) Sending Audio Perform settings for audio transmission. e "Use silence detection to reduce network traffic" Select to the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR. a 4-71 Admin Viewer Sending and Receiving* Audio You can reduce traffic on the camera...
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... and camera control functions. Viewer Overview Viewer for PC The Viewer for PC from the "VBToolsInstall.exe" file on the supplied CD-ROM (→ P.2-11). ● Viewer Software User's Manual is provided on the CD-ROM supplied with the Note VB-C50i/VB-C50iR (Viewer-E.pdf). ● Use VB Administration Tools to WebViewHTTP, the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR also supports Canon's WebView...
... and camera control functions. Viewer Overview Viewer for PC The Viewer for PC from the "VBToolsInstall.exe" file on the supplied CD-ROM (→ P.2-11). ● Viewer Software User's Manual is provided on the CD-ROM supplied with the Note VB-C50i/VB-C50iR (Viewer-E.pdf). ● Use VB Administration Tools to WebViewHTTP, the VB-C50i/VB-C50iR also supports Canon's WebView...