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IP CAMERA VN-V25U INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the best possible performance. LST0650-001A...
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UL to be used for Burglar Alarm Functionality. This manual describes detailed usage of VN-V25U. For basic usage of VN-V25U, please refer to AStart-up GuideB. For latest information, please refer to AReadmeB file in the CD-ROM.
Getting Started These are general IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and certain items may not apply to all appliances. 1. Read all of these instructions. 2. Save these instructions for later use. 3. All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4.
Back Focus Adjustment ... 20 Network Requirements ... 21 Network Settings ... 23 IP Address Settings ... 23 Setting the IP address for VN-V25U ... 23 When the IP address of VN-V25U is known ... 28 When the IP address of VN-V25U is unknown ...
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In addition, it also causes delay in the MPEG4 playback images, and may result in interruption in playback. ● To make use of the built-in MPEG4 Viewer of VN-V25U, install “ffdshow” that is open source codec. You can download “ffdshow” from the Internet. Cautionary Notes Maintenance and location of use This product is intended for use indoors.
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Exemption of Liability The motion detection feature is not a feature to prevent theft or fire. JVC shall not be liable for any damage that occurs. JVC shall not be liable for any damage due to the invasion of privacy by images of this camera.
Name and Function of Parts Front / Bottom / Side Back Focus Adjustment Ring This ring is used for back focus adjustment and switching the lens mount method. To operate, loosen the H back focus fastening screw by turning it in the anti-clockwise direction, and turn the screw in the clockwise direction to fasten after operation is complete.
Getting Started Side / Rear [MONITOR OUT] Monitor Output Selection Switch Use this switch to select the availability of output from the N [MONITOR OUT] terminal as well as the signal system. NTSC : Outputs NTSC signals. : No output. Select this value when distributing images to the network.
Features Surveillance Using the Built-in Viewer VN-V25U comes with a built-in ActiveX JPEG Viewer and MPEG4 Viewer. JPEG images and MPEG4 images of VN-V25U can be monitored using the computer by installing this built-in viewer on the computer. JPEG images that are currently displayed can also be captured in the computer’s hard disk.
Step 2 Network settings (A Page 23) Configure the network settings of the computer and this camera. T In a system where multiple units of VN-V25U are used, turn on the power of only one unit to configure the IP address settings using the Internet Explorer.
Connection / Installation Mounting the Lens Check the mounting method of the lens to be used before mounting ● The default method used for this camera is CS mount. To use a C mount lens, loosen the back focus fastening screw using a screwdriver, followed by turning the back focus adjustment ring using a finger or pointed object (e.g., screwdriver, etc.) to...
Connection / Installation Power Connection Electricity can be supplied to this product either by using the PoE or connecting to the AC 24 V power supply. When power is supplied to this product, the [STATUS] indicator at the side lights up. The indicator lights up in orange color during startup, and switches to green color after startup is complete.
PUSH cameras one by one. ● In a system where multiple units of VN-V25U are used, turn on the power of only one unit to configure the IP address settings using the Internet Explorer.
DO NOT CONNECT TO THE TELEPHONE NETWORK Caution: ● However, cross cables cannot be used with some computer models. When connecting VN-V25U directly to a computer, check the computer’s LAN specifications in advance. Note: ● Make use of a Category 5 (or higher) cable when 100BASE-TX is used.
● Allowable inflow current: 50 mA ● Momentary (100 ms - 5000 ms) output (Alarm Output Equivalent Circuit) Caution: ● Connect the G terminal of this camera to the VN-V25U DC3.3 V INPUT 1 or 2 Terminal 3.3 V 1 mA...
Connection / Installation Mounting the Camera Use the screw hole on the camera mounting bracket to mount this camera to a fixer or rotating platform. Camera Mounting Camera Mounting Screw Hole Bracket Fastening Screw 1/4-20UNC (2 pcs: M2.6 x 6 mm) Anti-rotation Hole Mounting the camera mounting bracket on top of the camera...
Warning ● Special attention is required when mounting the camera to a wall or ceiling. Users should get professional contractors to perform mounting operations instead of doing it themselves. Failure to do so may cause the camera to fall off and result in injuries or accidents.
Connection / Installation Inner Tripod Base Mounting Screws Make use of 1/4-20UNC screws. The length of the mounting screw shall be between 6 mm to 7 mm from the mounting surface. Caution: ● Using a screw with a length longer than specified may damage the internal parts of the camera, while using a length shorter than specified may cause the camera to fall off.
● Data volume to be sent by VN-V25U varies with the settings and number of distributions. ● The maximum bit rate for transmission is about 20 Mbps.
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Network Delay When the client acquires JPEG via TCP, VN-V25U will send out data while checking the ACK from the client at the same time. For networks with considerable delay, data cannot be sent out until ACK is received, and therefore the frame rate will drop.
VN-V25U. ● For details on IP addresses assigned to VN-V25U, consult your network administrator. You can look up the IP address of VN-V25U using the search tool in the supplied CD-ROM. For details, please refer to AReadmeB file in the CD-ROM.
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IP Address Settings (continued) IP address setting at the computer Set the computer to an IP address that enables communication with VN-V25U. Click [Start] ● Select in the sequence of [Control Panel]-[Network Connection]-[Local Area]. The computer on which Internet Explorer is launched automatically selects the connected network ●...
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Changing the IP address using the Internet Explorer Launch the Internet Explorer on the computer When proxy settings are enabled in the Internet Explorer, follow the steps below to disable the proxy of the Internet Explorer ● Select in the order of [Tool]-[Internet Options]-[Connections]-[LAN Setting], followed by deselecting the check for [Use a proxy server for your LAN] under [Proxy Server] of the [Local Area Network (LAN) Settings] window.
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Network Settings IP Address Settings (continued) Changing the IP address using the Internet Explorer (continued) Launch the Internet Explorer Enter the following IP address into the address field. http://192.168.0.2 Note: ● If the proxy server settings for access to the Internet via the Internet Explorer is enabled, you may not be able to specify the IP address directly.
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Note: ● Access from this computer may fail when the IP address of VN-V25U is changed. To enable access to VN-V25U from the same computer, alter the IP address at the computer accordingly.
IP Address Settings (continued) When the IP address of VN-V25U is known When the IP address of VN-V25U is known, it can be changed by accessing the built-in web page of VN-V25U via the Internet Explorer on the computer. Refer to ASetting Using Internet ExplorerB (A Page 29).
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setup Internet Explorer Setup Launch the Internet Explorer on the computer When proxy settings are enabled in the Internet Explorer, follow the steps below to disable the proxy of the Internet Explorer ● Select in the order of [Tool]-[Internet Options]-[Connections]-[LAN Setting], followed by deselecting the check for [Use a proxy server for your LAN] in [Proxy Server] of the [Local Area Network (LAN) Settings] window.
Blocker Settings] that becomes active to open the [Pop-up Blocker Settings] window. In the opened window, add the address of VN-V25U as a permitted web site address. When plug-in tools such as the Yahoo or Google toolbar are included in the Internet...
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AEnableB for [Miscellaneous]-[Display mixed content]. Caution: ● Do not reset or turn off the power of VN-V25U immediately after the settings are changed. Otherwise, changes may not be saved, and VN-V25U may be restored to the factory settings.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting View Page This top page is displayed upon access using any of the user names AadminB, AoperatorB or AuserB. The camera image is displayed as a still image. Links to each page are found at the left end. The links displayed vary according to the user name. For example, in the case of AadminB or AoperatorB, three links, namely [View], [Camera] and [Encoding] are displayed upon clicking [Image].
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Internet Files, and select AEvery visit to the pageB. Caution: ● When a firewall is installed between VN-V25U and the computer, still images may not be displayed on the Image View page of the web browser. For such systems, check the still images using the built-in viewer. The built-in viewer supports NAT/NAPT.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Camera Page This page is for setting the camera’s parameters. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● If the [OK] button is pressed upon entering an invalid value, a warning message will appear and the entry will be denied.
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Camera ID Character strings entered here will be written to the JPEG comment segment (item name: camera). Refer to the API Guide on the file formats of JPEG. Monitor Type For selecting the monitor type according to the monitor used to display the video images.
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Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Camera Page (continued) For setting the AGC (automatic gain control) level. High Super [Set values: Off, Mid, High, Super] Note: ● This feature cannot be configured when the [Easy Day and Night] is set to AOnB.
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Shutter Speed For setting the shutter speed. Auto 1/30 ~ 1/10000 Flickerless [Set values: Auto, 1/30, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/10000, Flickerless] Note: ● AAutoB is only recommended when using a manual iris lens. ● Flickers may occur when this is set to a value other than A1/50B, A1/100B, or AFlickerlessB.
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Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Camera Page (continued)
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White Balance For selecting the white balance control feature. White balance can be adjusted for a light source with a color temperature range of 2800K to 9500K. Switches to the Auto-Tracking White Balance (automatic color temperature tracking) mode. Adjusts the white balance automatically according to the color temperature of the light.
● When settings on this page are altered during playback using the built-in viewer, reboot the viewer. ● There is a maximum limit to the bit rate for transmission by VN-V25U. If a bit rate that exceeds the maximum limit is specified, this new setting will not be applied. For details on the maximum transmission limit, refer to the section on ANetwork RequirementsB (A Page 21).
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JPEG Quality/Size For specifying the rate control mode and target file size for JPEG. When AVFS1B to AVFS7B is selected, the quantization table during JPEG encoding will be maintained and the file size will increase/decrease according to the input signals. Stipulated values will be displayed in the Size field.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Alarm Page This page is for setting actions when there is an alarm. Up to 5 actions (No. 01 - No. 05) may be set. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ●...
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Action For specifying the type of action. Disable Mail TCP/UDP Data : Input up to 127 alphanumeric characters. Output 1 Make Output 2 Make Output 1 Break Output 2 Break 1st Trigger For specifying the first trigger to be activated. Either alarm input (make), alarm input (break) or motion detection can be selected.
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Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Alarm Page (continued)
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Mail Mail Address Mail Text Attach Image TCP/UDP TCP/UDP IP Address TCP/UDP Port Number TCP/UDP Data Alarm Output For setting the alarm output time from the alarm output terminal. When this is set to “0”, it is not possible to revert back to break (or make) Duration after changing to make (or break).
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Alarm Environment Page This page is for setting alarm-related environments. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● If the [OK] button is pressed upon entering an invalid value, a warning message will appear and the entry will be denied.
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Mail For setting the mail environment when [Mail] is specified as an action on the Alarm page. [SMTP] and [POP] can be used. Configure only the [SMTP] settings under usual circumstances. Enter the camera’s mail address as the recipient’s mail address. Configure the [POP] settings as well if [POP before SMTP] is enabled.
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Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Alarm Environment Page (continued)
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Time Filter: For specifying the periodic FTP transfer action with respect to each day of the week and setting the corresponding time of the day. Applicable day of week : Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Alarm action Applicable time period : For specifying the start and end time in hours and Pre-/Post-recording parameter: [PrePostRecording Frame Rate] [PrePostRecording Before Trigger] : For setting the FTP pre-recording...
Privacy Mask is a feature that enables masking of a portion of the image. VN-V25U enables privacy masks to be specified in different shapes. The Privacy Mask masks area by uploading a BMP file painted in red (created separately). The displayed color is determined by the color specified on this page.
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Press the [Browse...] button to display the file selection screen. Select the BMP file that has been created on this screen. Press the [Upload] button to upload the selected BMP file to VN-V25U. Creating the BMP file 1. Upon installing the camera, use JPEG Viewer to save the JPEG file on the computer.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Motion Detection Page This page is for setting motion detection. ● The area valid for motion detection is displayed in blue. ● The area where motion is detected is displayed in red.
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Our company shall not be liable for any accident or damage that occurs. ● When images on VN-V25U are currently acquired by another client, video images may not appear on the [Motion Detection] page due to the maximum distribution limit of VN-V25U.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Basic Page This page is for performing basic setting related to the network. This page can be used during access using AadminB. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● If the [OK] button is pressed upon entering an invalid value, a warning message will appear and the entry will be denied.
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Connect VN-V25U to a network environment with a DHCP server when DHCP is to be enabled. If the DHCP server does not exist when DHCP is set to AEnableB, VN-V25U will start running with the 192.168.0.2 IP address and 255.255.255.0 subnet mask in about 2 minutes after startup.
[Setting range: 1280 ~ 1500] Negotiation For setting the negotiation of the network. When a value other than AAutoB is selected, do not set the network device to be connected to AAutoB. Ensure that it is set to the same value as VN-V25U.
● After changing, you will need to re-establish the connection if you are using the Internet Explorer. HTTP Server You can change the port number for the built-in web server of VN-V25U. (1 ~ 65535: The default port number setting is 80.)
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Streaming Page This page is for setting manual multicast transmission. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● If the [OK] button is pressed upon entering an invalid value, a warning message will appear and the entry will be denied.
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Multiple multicast streams cannot be received on a single computer when there are duplicate port numbers. Note: ● When the power of VN-V25U shuts down accidentally during multicast transmission, multicast transmission will restart automatically after VN-V25U is rebooted.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Access Restrictions Page This page is for setting client restrictions. This page can be used during access using AadminB. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings. ● If the [OK] button is pressed upon entering an invalid value, a warning message will appear and the entry will be denied.
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Destination Address Restrictions may be imposed on clients accessing VN-V25U using the IP address. Access When AdenyB is selected, acquisition of JPEG/MPEG4 via the IP address specified for the [IP Address] item will be denied. Restrictions are not Restrictions imposed on access to the Web Settings page.
The clock time can be changed by entering an appropriate value. (Second value cannot be specified.) In addition, time will be recorded in the JPEG headers distributed by VN-V25U. Discontinuity may occur in the JPEG header’s time immediately before and after changing the time. Time Zone...
VN-V25U is case sensitive. New Password Enter again to confirm the new password. Again Caution: ● Be sure to handle the password carefully in case you forget it. ● In the event that you forget the password, please consult JVC’s servicing center.
Update Upgrades the firmware version of VN-V25U and reboots the unit. The settings of VN-V25U will be saved. Copy the new firmware file to the computer on which Internet Explorer is used, and specify this file using the [Browse...] button. Press the [Update] button to start the update. JPEG/ MPEG4 transmission and all others services that are running will be discontinued.
LED State Page This page is for setting the method for lighting the [STATUS] indicator at the side of VN-V25U. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. ● Press the [OK] button to enable the new settings.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) List of Factory Settings of Each Page Camera Page Item Camera ID Monitor Type Black Level Gamma Enhance Frequency Enhance Level Color Level Sense Up ALC Priority Shutter Speed Easy Day and Night EV Compensation White Balance Back Light Compensation Off Encoding Page...
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List of Factory Settings of Each Page (continued) Privacy Mask Page Item Mode Masking Color Setting Motion Detection Page Item Mask Detection Level Basic Page Item IP Setting DHCP Enable IP Address 192.168.0.2 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway 0.0.0.0 Host Name —...
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Miscellaneous Page This page is for acquiring information. This page can be used during access using AadminB, AoperatorB and AuserB. Open Source Press the [Show] button to display information of the software used by VN-V25U. Software...
Operation Page Displays the operating status of VN-V25U. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB. Total Sending Displays the total TCP/UDP bit rate sent by VN-V25U as well as the individual bit rates. Bitrate Destination Displays the destination that VN-V25U is sending data to.
Setting Using Internet Explorer Setting (continued) Settings Page This page displays the version information and settings of VN-V25U. This page can be used during access using AadminB or AoperatorB.
Operation Operation of Built-in Viewer This product comes with a JPEG Viewer and an MPEG4 Viewer. Each of these viewers functions separately. Using the JPEG Viewer enables display of a series of still images as well as one-shot recording of still images. Using the MPEG4 Viewer enables display of MPEG4-encoded motion images.
Operation Operation of Built-in Viewer (continued) Internet Explorer Setup Launch the Internet Explorer on the computer When proxy settings are enabled in the Internet Explorer, follow the steps below to disable the proxy of the Internet Explorer ● Select in the order of [Tool]-[Internet Options]-[Connections]-[LAN Setting], followed by deselecting the check for AUse a proxy server for your LANB under [Proxy Server] in the [Local Area Network (LAN) Settings] window.
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● Click [Trusted sites] under [Tool]-[Internet Options]-[Security]. Upon doing so, the [Sites…] button directly below becomes active. Click this button and deselect the check in the displayed window. Next, add the IP address of VN-V25U. If the setting is factory default, add the following web site to the zone.
Operation of Built-in Viewer (continued) Installing the built-in viewer Enter the URL of the built-in viewer in the address field of Internet Explorer For example, if the IP address of VN-V25U is 192.168.0.2, enter as follows: JPEG Viewer http://192.168.0.2/cgi-bin/v25viewing.cgi?v25monitor_j.html MPEG4 Viewer http://192.168.0.2/cgi-bin/v25viewing.cgi?v25monitor_m.html...
Pauses/Resumes playback of images. Displays the built-in viewer settings window. This setting screen is used to set the built-in viewer as a software on the computer. Caution: ● Settings on this setting screen do not affect settings of the VN-V25U unit.
Operation Operation of Built-in Viewer (continued) JPEG Viewer Configuration The viewer setting window appears upon clicking the [Setup] button of the built-in viewer.
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For the JPEG Viewer, characters are displayed as overlay on the video Settings image. Camera ID Select AOnB to display [Camera ID]. [Camera ID] can be specified on the [Camera] page of VN-V25U. (A Page 35) Selecting AOnB displays the area in which motion is detected in red. Display MD Time Select AOnB to display the time.
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Cookie. This setting screen is used to set the built-in viewer as a software on the computer, and does not apply to settings of the VN-V25U unit. When settings are changed, press the [OK] button to exit and restart the viewer.
● During the next startup of the built-in viewer, launch the Internet Explorer and enter the URL of the built-in viewer in the address field. For example, if the IP address of VN-V25U is 192.168.0.2, enter as follows: http://192.168.0.2/cgi-bin/v25viewing.cgi?v25monitor_j.html ● After the [Security Settings] screen appears, press the [OK] button to proceed.
DisplaySize Pause Setup Note: ● To use the built-in MPEG4 Viewer of VN-V25U, install “ffdshow” that is open source codec. You can download “ffdshow” from the Internet. Switches the display size. (VGA or QVGA) Pauses/Resumes playback of motion images. Displays the built-in viewer settings window.
For the MPEG4 Viewer, characters are displayed in the title bar of the window. Select AOnB to display [Camera ID]. [Camera ID] can be specified on the [Camera] page of VN-V25U. (A Page 35) Select AOnB to display the time.
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Address Multicast Port Cancel Note: ● To use the built-in MPEG4 Viewer of VN-V25U, install “ffdshow” that is open source codec. You can download “ffdshow” from the Internet. Note: ● The settings of the built-in viewer are stored in the file named Cookie.
● During the next startup of the built-in viewer, launch the Internet Explorer and enter the URL of the built-in viewer in the address field. For example, if the IP address of VN-V25U is 192.168.0.2, enter as follows: http://192.168.0.2/cgi-bin/v25viewing.cgi?v25monitor_m.html ● After the [Security Settings] screen appears, press the [OK] button to proceed.
Right-click on the shortcut icon on the Desktop screen and select Properties The setting screen appears. Enter the URL of the built-in viewer in the URL field For example, if the IP address of VN-V25U is 192.168.0.2, enter as follows: JPEG Viewer http://192.168.0.2/cgi-bin/ v25viewing.cgi?v25monitor_j.html MPEG4 Viewer http://192.168.0.2/cgi-bin/...
Anti-virus software before installing the built-in viewer. The maximum number of images that can be sent by VN-V25U via TCP is 20, and up to 20 built-in viewers can be connected to each VN-V25U unit. Make use of multicast for monitoring when the number of areas exceeds the above number.
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Port Number field. Enter an arbitrary character string in the name field. ● Check whether the [MONITOR OUT] switch at the side of VN-V25U is set to ANTSCB or APALB. If either of the above is selected, change the [MONITOR OUT] switch setting to AOFFB. After changing the switch settings, press the [RESET] button to reboot.
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[Countermeasure] To make use of the built-in MPEG4 Viewer of VN-V25U, install “ffdshow” that is open source codec. You can download “ffdshow” from the Internet. ● Set the [MONITOR OUT] switch to ANTSCB or APALB, and press the Reset button.
Dimension [Unit: mm] U1-32 MAC address BF LOCK 1/4 – 20UNC T Specifications and appearance of this product are subject to changes for improvement without prior notice.