Axis 213 PTZ User Manual

AXIS 213 PTZ Network CameraUser’s Manual

10 AXIS 213 - Accessing the cameraThe Live View pageThe following provides an overview of each button on the Live View page. If the AXIS 213 has been

11 AXIS 213 - Accessing the cameraPan/Tilt/Zoom controlsThe Live View page also displays the Pan/Tilt/Zoom controls. These are enabled/disabled for

12 AXIS 213 - Accessing the cameraViewer controlsThe default viewer to use for displaying moving images is selected from Setup >> Live View Con

13 AXIS 213 - Accessing the cameraPTZ Control QueueOnly one user can use the Pan/Tilt/Zoom controls at any one time. When multiple users are accessin

14 AXIS 213 - Video and Audio StreamsVideo and Audio StreamsThe AXIS 213 provides several different image and video formats. The type to use depends

15 AXIS 213 - Video and Audio StreamsNotes: •MPEG-4 is licensed technology. The AXIS 213 includes one viewing client license. Install-ing additional

16 AXIS 213 - Video and Audio StreamsHow to stream MPEG-4Deciding on the combination of protocols and methods to use depends on your viewing requirem

17 AXIS 213 - Video and Audio StreamsOther methods of accessing the video streamVideo/images from the AXIS 213 can also be accessed in the following

18 AXIS 213 - Video and Audio StreamsUsing Motion JPEGThe basic transmission method of audio used in conjunction with Motion JPEG video streaming is

19 AXIS 213 - SetupSetupThe AXIS 213 is configured from the setup tools, which are available from the link in the web interface. The setup tools can

2 About This DocumentThis manual is intended for administrators and users of the AXIS 213 PTZ Network Camera, and is applicable for software release

20 AXIS 213 - SetupVideo & Image settingsThe following descriptions offer examples of the available features in the AXIS 213. For details of each

21 AXIS 213 - SetupVideo StreamDefine the maximum video stream time per session in seconds, minutes or hours. When the set time has expired, a new st

22 AXIS 213 - SetupAdvanced settingsCamera - To optimize the lighting settings according to your requirements, modify the following settings under Li

23 AXIS 213 - SetupMPEG-4 SettingsThe AXIS 213 supports the following different MPEG-4 profiles and levels:Advanced Simple Profile @ Level 3 Max bit

24 AXIS 213 - SetupBit Rate ControlLimiting the maximum bit rate is a good way of controlling the bandwidth used by the MPEG-4 video stream. Leaving

25 AXIS 213 - SetupAudio SettingsThis section describes how to configure the basic audio settings for the AXIS 213, e.g. set the communication mode a

26 AXIS 213 - SetupHalf-duplex mode also transmits and receives audio in both directions, but only in one direction at a time. This means that you mu

27 AXIS 213 - SetupAdvanced Audio SettingsThe Advanced Audio settings allows you to tune the external microphone connected to the AXIS 213’s connecti

28 AXIS 213 - SetupThe noise canceller threshold value can be set to High, Medium High, Medium low and Low. A lower threshold will accept most of the

29 AXIS 213 - SetupLive View Config - Live View Layout These are the tools for deciding the layout of the Live View page.The layout can be set in 3 w

3 AXIS 213Table of contentsProduct Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30 AXIS 213 - Setupsetup address into the address/URL field of a browser, i.e.Upload Own Web FilesYour own web files, background picture, color etc.

31 AXIS 213 - SetupOwn Home Pageuser defined linkTo use a previously uploaded web page as the default page, check the checkbox, select the page from

32 AXIS 213 - SetupOutput Buttons - These buttons can then be used to manually start and stop an event from the Live View page, e.g. switch a light o

33 AXIS 213 - SetupHTML ExamplesYou can add live video from the AXIS 213 to your own web site. The camera can transmit a Motion JPEG stream to up to

34 AXIS 213 - SetupPTZ Configuration Preset PositionsA preset position is a pre-defined camera view than can quickly and easily be viewed.From Preset

35 AXIS 213 - SetupAdvanced - LimitsDefine the pan, tilt and zoom limits for the AXIS 213. Movements to the left and right, up and down can be restri

36 AXIS 213 - Event ConfigurationEvent ConfigurationThis section describes how to configure the AXIS 213 for alarm and event handling. The AXIS 213 c

37 AXIS 213 - Event ConfigurationEvent TypesAn Event Type is a set of parameters describing how and when the AXIS 213 is to perform certain actions.E

38 AXIS 213 - Event ConfigurationPlease use the online help files for descriptions of each available option.Pre-trigger and Post-trigger buffersThis

39 AXIS 213 - Event ConfigurationScheduled EventA Scheduled event can be activated at pre-set times, in a repeating pattern on selected weekdays.How

4 AXIS 213Ports & Devices - I/O Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47LED Settings . . . . . . . .

40 AXIS 213 - Event Configuration3. Click New.4. Enter a descriptive name of your choice under Windows name.5. Adjust the size (drag the bottom right

41 AXIS 213 - System OptionsSystem OptionsSecurityUser access control is enabled by default, the administrator sets the root password on first access

42 AXIS 213 - System OptionsThe users from these IP addresses need to be specified in the user list with the appropriate access rights (User, Operato

43 AXIS 213 - System OptionsNetwork Basic TCP/IP SettingsIP Address Configuration - the IP address of the AXIS 213 can be set automatically via DHCP,

44 AXIS 213 - System OptionsUse the following DNS server address - enter the desired DNS server by specifying the following:• Domain name - enter the

45 AXIS 213 - System OptionsHTTPS If applicable, enter the HTTPS port the AXIS 213 will use. The default setting (443) can be changed to any port wit

46 AXIS 213 - System OptionsNetwork - SOCKS SOCKS is a networking proxy protocol. The AXIS 213 can be configured to use a SOCKS server to reach netwo

47 AXIS 213 - System OptionsNotes: •Viewers do not need to know this IP address or port number, but simply the main IP address or host name otherwis

48 AXIS 213 - System OptionsBackup - click the Backup button to take a backup of all of the parameters, and any user-defined scripts. If necessary, i

49 AXIS 213 - System OptionsSupportThe support overview page provides valuable information on troubleshooting and contact information, should you req

5 AXIS 213 - Product DescriptionProduct DescriptionThe AXIS 213 is a full-featured PTZ Network Camera for security surveillance and remote monitoring

50 AXIS 213 - System OptionsResetting to Factory Default SettingsTo reset the AXIS 213 to the original default settings, go to the System Options >

51 AXIS 213 - Connection ModuleConnection ModuleThe connection module is an optional accessory that connects to the camera and provides the following

52 AXIS 213 - Connection ModuleVIDEO INThis input can be used to connect an external analog camera. It is then possible to display the images from th

53 AXIS 213 - Connection ModuleSchematic Diagram - Connection Module

54 AXIS 213 - TroubleshootingTroubleshootingChecking the FirmwareThe firmware is software that determines the functionality of the AXIS 213. When you

55 AXIS 213 - TroubleshootingSupportIf you contact the Axis support desk, please help us help you resolve your problems expediently by providing a se

56 AXIS 213 - TroubleshootingSymptoms, Possible Causes and Remedial Actions Problems setting the IP addressUsing ARP Ping The IP address must be set

57 AXIS 213 - TroubleshootingProblems with the MPEG-4 formatNo MPEG-4 displayed in the client.Check that the correct network interface is selected i

58 AXIS 213 - TroubleshootingFor additional assistance, please contact your reseller or check the product’s support pages on the Axis Website at http

59 AXIS 213 - Technical SpecificationsTechnical SpecificationsItem SpecificationModels • AXIS 213 PTZ 50Hz (PAL)• AXIS 213 PTZ 60Hz (NTSC)Supports bo

6 AXIS 213 - Product DescriptionAXIS 213 PTZ Network Camera112IR Light - infrared light for night vision. Activated from the AXIS 213 web page.2Netwo

60 AXIS 213 - Technical SpecificationsOperating conditions • 5 - 40 ºC (41 – 104 ºF)• Humidity 20 - 80% RH (non-condensing)Audio G.711 PCM 64kbit/s,

61 AXIS 213 - Technical Specifications The AXIS 213 delivers the following file sizes (PAL):PAL PAL aspect ratio correctedThe AXIS 213 delivers the f

62 AXIS 213 - Technical SpecificationsGeneral performance considerationsWhen setting up the camera, it is important to consider how various settings

63 AXIS 213 - Technical SpecificationsImportant!•The figures displayed here are the values as delivered by the camera. If other restrictions are curr

64 AXIS 213 - Technical SpecificationsBandwidthAs there are many factors affecting bandwidth, it is very difficult to predict the required amounts. T

Glossary of Terms 65 AXIS 213 - Glossary of TermsActive Speaker - a speaker with a built-in power amplifier.ActiveX - A control (or set of rules) used

66 AXIS 213 - Glossary of Termsdevice, to allow it to be identified and found on the network. The 32-bit IP address is made up of four groups (or qua

67 AXIS 213 - IndexIndex4CIF de-interlacing 20AAccessing the video stream 17Action 36Action Buttons 31Active/Inactive 32Administrator 42Administrator

68 AXIS 213 - IndexLive View Config 29Logs & Reports 49MMotion Detection 39Motion JPEG 14MPEG-4 5, 14, 20, 23, 46MPEG-4 protocols 15Multicasting

69 AXIS 213 - IndexUUDP 15Unicasting 15Upgrade Server 47UPnP 46User 42User Defined Links 31User List 41VVariable bit rate 14Video Inputs 6Video Strea

7 AXIS 213 - Product DescriptionOptional Accessory: Connection Module - The connection module provides the physical interface to 3 relay outputs, 2 d

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8 AXIS 213 - Accessing the cameraAccessing the cameraThe AXIS 213 can be used with most standard operating systems and supports Microsoft Internet Ex

9 AXIS 213 - Accessing the cameraSetting the Password1. When accessing the camera for the first time, the ‘Configure Root Password’ dialog will be di