LIVE STREAMING CAMERA Detailed User Guide - JVC USA

57 Pages·2012·6.62 MB·English

LIVE STREAMING CAMERA
Detailed User Guide
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LYT2498-002A
Table of Contents
Verifying the Accessories ......................4 Flow of Connection/Setup ...................10
Component Names and Functions .......5 Starting shooting ............................................ 10
Camera ............................................................. 5 Connecting the Camera to Your
About drip-proof performance ..............7 Computer ..........................................11
Before use ........................................................ 7 Connecting the AC Adapter .................12
After use ........................................................... 7 Configuring the Camera Settings
Configuring the Camera Settings Appropriate for Your Needs ............13
Appropriate for Your Needs ..............8 Configuring the initial settings ........................ 13
Example 1: Worried about your pet staying at Changing the settings after changing the
home alone.................................................. 8 connection destination .............................. 14
Example 2: Record birds coming to a feeder on Configuring the Camera Settings .......15
the balcony. ................................................. 9 Adjusting the clock ......................................... 15
Example 3: Live-stream a performance in a Setting the user name and password ............ 16
studio. .......................................................... 9 Selecting the Format of Images to be
Streamed/Saved ...............................17
Allowing You to Connect from Outside
(Monitoring Setting) .........................18
Obtaining a DDNS account ............................ 18
Setting up the DDNS account ........................ 18
Adding a camera driver's user........................ 19
Changing the Connection Destination ..... 20
Establishing a wired connection to the access point ...... 20
Connecting to the access point wirelessly (Wi-Fi) . 21
Connecting to a computer directly (Wi-Fi Direct) ...23
Connecting Multiple Cameras .............24
Establishing a wired connection .........25
Inserting/Removing an SD Card ........ 26
Inserting ......................................................... 26
Removing ....................................................... 26
Approximate recording times ......................... 26
Compatible SD cards ..................................... 26
Attaching/Removing the Battery .........27
Attaching ........................................................ 27
Removing ....................................................... 27
Charging ......................................................... 27
Connecting an External Mic ............... 28
Connecting to the camera .............................. 28
Attaching to the hot shoe ............................... 28
Connecting the AV Cord ..................... 29
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Using the Unit Alone ........................... 30 Setting Item List ................................... 39
Turning on/off the power ................................ 30 "NETWORK" .................................................. 39
Starting/Stopping recording ........................... 30 "CAMERA" ...................................................... 43
Controlling from a Web Browser .........31 "MANAGE" ..................................................... 44
Logging in ....................................................... 31 Troubleshooting .................................. 46
Controlling the camera ("MONITOR" tab) ...... 32 Connection ..................................................... 46
Configuring the camera settings .................... 34 Setup .............................................................. 47
Managing files stored on the SD card ("FILE Use ................................................................. 49
MANAGEMENT" tab) ................................ 35 Error messages .............................................. 50
Checking the message history ("STATUS" tab) Lamp Status List ............................................ 52
.................................................................. 36 Resetting to the factory settings .................... 53
Using "JVC CAM Control" ....................37 Deleting (Resetting) the connection information
Installing "JVC CAM Control" .......................... 37 .................................................................. 53
Streaming images .......................................... 37 Updating the firmware .................................... 54
Using the Mobile Terminal .................. 38 Battery Pack (optional) ................................... 54
Names of Apps for mobile terminals .............. 38 Specifications ...................................... 55
Installing the App for mobile terminals ........... 38
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Information
Use
Verifying the Accessories
If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your place of purchase or customer support.
Camera Camera.
AC Adapter UIA312-0520 Connect it to the camera or pantilter when using with AC power. (
➭ page 12)
* Attach the AC cord.
AC cord Use it when connecting the AC adapter.
Rear cover Attach this cover to rear of the camera when using the unit outdoor,
etc.
Attach the rear cover when you need the drip-proof mechanism.
The unit works without the cover for normal use.
LAN cable (cross) Use it to connect the unit, computer, and access point (router).
Also used when you configure the initial settings.
Software CD-ROM Use it to install the supplied software "JVC CAM Control". ( ➭ page
37)
Basic User Guide Describes the basic operations, "Safety Precautions" and
"Cautions".
Please read the instructions carefully before use and operate
correctly as instructed.
• Purchase an SD card separately.
• When using the AC adapter overseas, use a commercially available conversion plug appropriate for the country
or region.
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Component Names and Functions
Camera
Front Back
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2 7
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3 4
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1 Internal mic (stereo) 1 Reset button
Transmits/Records sounds coming through this mic Resets the network settings when you press and
when no external mic is connected. hold this button with the tip of a paper clip or the
2 Lens like for 3 seconds or longer while the AC adapter is
Be careful not to touch directly or let anything come connected. ( ➭ page 53)
into contact. Use it e.g. if a wrong network setting has been
3 LED light configured and a connection cannot be established.
Works as a light in dark places. Turn on/off from a 2 LAN terminal
browser. ( ➭ page 34) Connect a LAN cable to establish a wired
4 Information lamp connection to the computer or access point (router).
Can be lit up to indicate the recording status, etc. ( ➭ page 25)
5 Camera sensor 3 Network mode switch
Adjusts the white balance automatically. Make sure Switches the network mode. ( ➭ page 20)
that this sensor is not hidden behind any objects. DIRECT: To connect to a computer wirelessly (Wi-Fi)
WLAN: To connect to an access point (wireless LAN
router) wirelessly (Wi-Fi)
LAN(OFF): To establish a wired connection, or to
establish no wireless connection
4 Battery terminal
Connect a separately purchased battery pack (BN-
VG139U) e.g. when using outdoors. ( ➭ page 27)
5 SD card slot
Insert an SD card here to save recorded data to the
card.
For compatible cards, see page 26.
6 Mic terminal
Connect an external mic to transmit/record external
sounds. ( ➭ page 28)
7 DC connector
Connect the supplied AC adapter when using with
AC power. ( ➭ page 12)
8 AV connector
Connect a separately purchased AV cord to watch
videos being transmitted/recorded. ( ➭ page 29)
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Top Bottom
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1 Hot shoe 1 Tripod mounting hole
Mount camera accessories. Mount a separately purchased tripod.
2 Record button
Starts recording. To stop, press this button again.
The lamp indicates the current status.
Off: Recording not in progress
Blinking: Recording in progress
Blinking quickly (for 2 seconds): Recording error
3 WPS button
Press and hold to connect wirelessly (Wi-Fi) in WPS
mode. ( ➭ page 21)
The lamp indicates the current status.
Lit up: Online
Off: Offline
Blinking: Being connected
4 Power button
Press and hold to power on. To power off, press and
hold this button again.
The lamp indicates the current status.
Off: Powered off
Lit up: Powered on
Blinking slowly: Setting being changed
Blinking rapidly: Battery being charged
* T he shooting, WPS, and power buttons blink while
the camera is reset ( ➭ page 53).
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About drip-proof performance
Read the following and use the unit properly.
Malfunctions caused by incorrect usage are not covered by the warranty.
This unit is equipped with a drip-proof mechanism and complies with IEC Standard publication 529 IPX3. You can
use the unit with in the rain, snow, or under water spray.
This unit is not water-proof or dust-proof.
- Do not pour water directly.
- Do not pour water on the side or bottom surface.
- Do not pour water hotter than 40 ˚C or hot-spring water.
- Do not use the unit underwater.
To use the unit with drip-proof performance, you need the battery (sold separately).
Before use After use
1 Attach the battery (sold separately). • Wipe drops of water with a soft cloth and dry the
unit in well ventilated place avoiding direct sunlight.
• Turn the unit upside down to drain water around the
microphone.
• Wipe off the stains after removing any sand, etc. so
as not to scratch the unit.
• Do not wipe the unit with chemicals, soaps, neutral
2 Attach the rear cover firmly. detergents,alcohol, etc.
• Do not expose to salt water. If salt water splashed,
wipe the unit with soft, wet cloth.
White line Cautions
• Attach the rear cover frmly until the white lines • Do not use a hot dryer to dry the unit; otherwise, the
on each side are not visible. drip-proof performance will be decreased.
• Make sure there are no scratches or substances • Do not leave the unit in extremely low temperature
(hair, thread, sand, dust, water, etc.) adhered to or in high temperature over 40 ˚C (in direct sunlight,
the unit. inside a car on a hot day, near a heater, etc.);
• If the cover or camera is scratched, stop using otherwise, the drip-proof performance will be
and contact your nearest dealer. decreased.
• Do not remove the rear cover or connect cables
Cautions
while wet.
• Do not remove the rear cover while wet. • Note that JVC KENWOOD Corporation bears no
• The drip-proof mechanism works only when the rear responsibility for any loss of data by inundation.
cover is attached. • We recommend changing the drip-proof parts
once a year to maintain performance. Contact your
nearest dealer (charge basis).
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Configuring the Camera Settings Appropriate for Your Needs
The unit can be used for various purposes. See the following examples for how to set up and use appropriately:
Power? Recorded data?
• AC adapter ( ➭ page 12) • Save to an SD card. ( ➭ page 17)
• Battery ( ➭ page 27) • Transmit in high quality. ( ➭ page 17)
Watch recorded data?
Connection method? • Computer ( ➭ page 31)
• Wired connection ( ➭ page 20) • Smartphone ( ➭ page 38)
• Wireless (Wi-Fi) connection ( ➭ • Video streaming site ( ➭ page 37)
page 21)
Connection destination?
• Computer ( ➭ page 23)
• Access point (wireless LAN router) ( ➭ page 21)
• Not connected ( ➭ page 30)
Example 1: Worried about your pet staying at home alone.
Setup
• Connect to the access point (wireless LAN router) via Wi-
Fi. ( ➭ page 21)
Setting
• Confgure the DDNS setting to access via a
network. ( ➭ page 18)
Use
• Install the App beforehand to view on the
smartphone from outside the home. ( ➭ page 38)
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Example 2: Record birds coming to a feeder on the balcony.
Setup
• Use the battery as the camera is set on a high shelf
by the window. ( ➭ page 27)
• Insert an SD card to save recorded data. ( ➭ page
26)
Setting
• Do not connect to the computer or access point
(router).
• Only records when the scene is changed. ("AUTO
REC") ( ➭ page 34)
Use
• After recording, transfer the recorded data to a
computer and then play it. ( ➭ page 35)
Example 3: Live-stream a performance in a studio.
Setup
• Use up to three cameras to capture all members.
• Establish a wired connection to the access point
(router) to avoid noise. ( ➭ page 20)
• Set up an external mic in the center of the stage,
and connect it to the camera. ( ➭ page 28)
Setting
• Transmit in high quality. ( ➭ page 17)
Use
• Install the supplied software to stream the powerful
live performance switching the cameras. ( ➭ page
37)
• Use the video streaming site to stream the
performance worldwide. ( ➭ page 37)
In addition...
• Turn on the light in dark places ( ➭ page 34). Please enjoy a variety of usage!
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Flow of Connection/Setup
Connect the unit to the computer, and configure the appropriate settings on a browser.
Starting shooting
1 Connect the camera to your computer via the supplied LAN cable. ( ➭ page 11)
To set up the camera, first connect it to your computer.
2 Connect the AC adapter. ( ➭ page 12)
Connect the supplied AC adapter when the connections are complete.
3 Access the unit from a browser to configure the appropriate settings. ( ➭ page 13)
Set the password, image quality, connection destination, etc. Configuring the correct settings allows you to
view recorded data on a computer or smartphone.
• Attach an optional item if necessary.
Insert/Attach an SD card ( ➭ page 26), battery ( ➭ page 27), external mic ( ➭ page 28), and AV cord (
➭ page 29).
• See "Establishing a wired connection" (page 25) to connect the unit with the LAN cable.
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