Canon VB-M40B User Manual

ENGLISHNetwork CameraOperation GuideBe sure to read this Operation Guide before using the network camera.

xChapter 2 Initial SettingsPreparing the Camera for Use...2-2Installing

6-22This tool is used to set intelligent functions that perform uploads, notify the viewer, audio playback, etc., if a change has occurred in the capt

Intelligent Function Setting Tool6-236Admin ToolsAbandoned Object DetectionDetect objects that are carried in and abandoned for a certain amount of ti

6-24Display Screen of Intelligent Function Setting Tool(1) Image Display AreaThe image currently captured by the camera is shown. Detection areas are

Intelligent Function Setting Tool6-256Admin Toolssuch as in the Admin Viewer, the control privileges will be obtained the moment the Intelligent Funct

6-26Flow of Intelligent Function SettingThe intelligent functions are set according to the procedure below. For details on the setting method, see eac

Intelligent Function Setting Tool6-276Admin ToolsSetting Intelligent Function Detection Settings Setting Detection Criteria ([Detection Criteria] tab

6-28(4) [Object Size (%)] [Change Ratio (%)] [Duration (Sec)]Set the lower limit for the size, change ratio, and judgment time for the set detection a

Intelligent Function Setting Tool6-296Admin ToolsSetting a [Polygonal] detection areaSpecify polygonal areas with a maximum of 32 angles. Click in the

6-30Detect criteria for [Removed Object Detection]Set detection areas for objects whose removal you want to detect.For [Duration (Sec)], set the time

6-316Admin ToolsThis tool lets you view the operating condition log of the camera. Display Screens of Log Viewer(1) [Download] Download log files from

xiTable of Contents[Maintenance] Viewing Event Logs and Current Settings and Performing Maintenance...

6-32(13)[Date & Time]Set the date and time of the log you want to show using the filter function. Select the [Specify start date & time] or [S

Log Viewer6-336Admin Tools Saving a Log to a File/Opening a Saved LogHow to SaveClick [Save to local file] and save using the [Save As] dialog box.Ho

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Chapter 7Admin Viewer/VB Viewer❏ Differences between the Admin Viewer and the VB Viewer❏ User Authorities and Camera Control Privileges❏ Viewer Startu

7-2Accessing this viewer via a web browser allows you to display images and operate the camera. Two types of viewer are available, the Admin Viewer a

Overview of Viewer7-37Admin Viewer/VB ViewerAudio distribution authority is required to receive audio using the Admin Viewer and the VB Viewer. [Admin

7-4*1 If image distribution authority is disabled, users can no longer use VB Viewer.Image Distribution*1VB Viewer Image display size, image capture s

7-57Admin Viewer/VB ViewerLaunching the ViewerRefer to “User Authentication” in “Chapter 4 Top Page of the Camera” (p. 4-2) for information on the use

7-6Display Screens of Admin ViewerThe following gives an overview of the functions of buttons, boxes and other screen elements displayed in the Admin

How to Operate the Viewer7-77Admin Viewer/VB Viewer(11)Control Privilege Status IndicatorWhether or not the current client has camera control privileg

xiiLaunching the Viewer ...7-5Launching the Viewer...

7-8(9) Slider for tilt This slider is used to control the tilt (vertical movement) of the camera. (10)Slider for pan This slider is used to control th

How to Operate the Viewer7-97Admin Viewer/VB ViewerControlling the CameraObtain camera control privileges before carrying out the following operations

7-10 Change the Zoom Ratio in the Panorama Display Area You can change the zoom ratio by dragging the yellow frame lines in the panorama window and c

How to Operate the Viewer7-117Admin Viewer/VB ViewerNote• When the VB Viewer is launched, the image size set for the camera is applied.When the Admin

7-12 ReconnectTo reconnect the camera, click this button. NoteIf you reconnect, audio reception will stop and camera control privileges will be lost.

7-137Admin Viewer/VB ViewerThe operations and settings that can be performed only in the Admin Viewer are explained. Magnifying Part of the Image (Vie

7-14 Moving the Preview FrameYou can move the preview frame to the desired position.Move by draggingClick within the preview frame and drag it over t

Performing Operations and Settings as the Administrator7-157Admin Viewer/VB Viewer(2) Adjusting the Smart Shade ControlWhen smart shade control is [On

7-16Setting the Exposure(1) Exposure ModeSelect from [Auto], [Manual], [Auto (Flickerless)] or [Auto (Shutter-priority AE)]. If [Auto] is selected for

Performing Operations and Settings as the Administrator7-177Admin Viewer/VB ViewerSetting White Balance(1) [Auto] The white balance is adjusted automa

Chapter 1Before Use❏ Camera Features❏ Software Information❏ Operating Environment and Precautions

7-18Displaying Event StatusClicking the [Event Display] button will show the event display panel, which shows the input status of external devices, as

Chapter 8Appendix❏ SD Memory Card Access❏ Modifiers❏ Troubleshooting❏ List of Log Messages❏ List of Viewer Messages❏ Restore Settings❏ List of Factory

8-2You can set the camera so that the following data is saved automatically to the camera's SD memory card. (“Chapter 5 Setting Page”, “[Memory C

SD Memory Card Access8-38Appendix JPEG Images Stored when Recording-Mode Stream Transmission FailsThe included SD Card Utility displays or deletes JP

8-4According to the setting item, you can specify parameters using modifier “% characters.”Note• A runtime error will occur if the specified name does

Modifiers8-58Appendix Available ModifiersThe modifiers that can be used for each setting item are specified below. [HTTP Upload] (p. 5-15) [Parameter

8-6Before contacting the dealer where you purchased the product or Canon's Customer Service Center, check the items specified as follows. If a lo

Troubleshooting8-78AppendixThe image is not displayed in the Viewer PTZ panel.• If the [Maximum Number of Clients] is configured to 0 under [Server] &

8-8Log Messages on the CameraLog messages are classified into the following types.NoteIf no content is recorded in a log for approximately two hours,

List of Log Messages8-98AppendixW230 Buffer overflow [warning]  Application (uploader) messagesA004 Starting and stopping of uploader [info] A040 Num

1-2This camera integrates both camera and server functions into a compact network camera.Common Features*1 The actual frame rate may drop depending o

8-10A272 Upload communication buffer overflowed [warning] A273 Used buffer size is over maximum size [warning] A274 Event buffer for upload overflowed

List of Log Messages8-118AppendixB201 Event notification failure [info] B202 Event reception failure [info] B203 Audio message send error [info] B204

8-12V320 Internal error in intelligent service [err] V321 Pseudo mode setting error in intelligent service [err] V400 Video input initialization error

List of Log Messages8-138Appendix HTTP Server MessagesH143 User name specification error [notice] H144 Password specification error [notice] H145 Con

8-14S240 Camera error [warning] S250 PAN/TILT error [warning] (VB-M40)S306 Error on saving settings [err] S307 Error on saving settings [err] S310 Wor

List of Log Messages8-158AppendixS412 Timer service initialization error [crit] S413 Timer service runtime error [crit] S501 Fan stop detected [alert]

8-16Messages displayed in the Information FieldMessages displayed in the information field of the viewer are classified into the following three types

List of Viewer Messages8-178AppendixNo audio device. The [Audio] button has been clicked when there is no audio device or the audio device has been d

8-18It is recommended that you write down the settings for respective camera functions. If you have forgotten the settings and want to set the camera

Restore Settings8-198AppendixFor dome case attachment, see the “Installation Guide.”ImportantIf the reset switch is pushed, network-related settings w

1-31Before UseInstalled Software VB-M700/600/40 Viewer (See Chapter 7 “Admin Viewer/VB Viewer”) There are two types of Viewer: the VB Viewer, which c

8-20List of Factory Default SettingsItem Setting• User Name (Administrator ID) • Administrator passwordrootcamera• Path to setting pages admin•LANL

List of Factory Default Settings8-218Appendix• Initial Camera SettingsIntelligent Function Information•JPEGImage Quality: 160 x 120Image Quality: 320

8-22• Image ServerMaximum Number of ClientsCamera Control Queue LengthMaximum Connection Time (sec.) Camera Control Time (sec.) • Audio ServerAudio Tr

List of Factory Default Settings8-238Appendix• Authorized User AccountUser NamePasswordUser List• User AuthorityAuthorized User Privileged Camera Co

8-24• IPsec Set 2IPsec SetIPsec ModeDestination IPv4 AddressDestination IPv6 AddressSource IPv4 AddressSender IPv6 AddressSecurity ProtocolSecurity Ga

List of Factory Default Settings8-258Appendix• CertificatesCertificate StatusCountry (C)State/Province (ST) Locality (L) Organization (O) Organization

8-26AAbandoned Object Detection ... 6-29Access Control ... 5-23Admin Tools ...

Index8-278AppendixIImage Flip ... 5-11Image Management Information ... 5-30Imag

8-28Rotation ... 3-7SSD Card Information ... 5-31SD Ca

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1-4 Memory Card Unmount ToolThis software allows you to mount/unmount memory cards inserted in specified cameras, and acquire information from memory

Camera Software1-51Before UseRM-Lite (See the “Administrator Manual”) The installer (RMLiteInstall.exe) can be found in the Applications folder on the

1-6For the latest information on this product (firmware and included software, user manual, operating environment, etc.), please refer to the Canon We

1-71Before UseNotes on Use When the [Windows Firewall] Function is EnabledWhen the VB Initial Setting Tool is started, the [Windows Security Alert] di

iiThank you for purchasing a Canon Network Camera VB-M700F/VB-M600D/VB-M600VE/VB-M40/VB-M40B (hereafter referred to as VB-M700/600/40 or the camera).

1-8The [Trusted sites] dialog box appears. Note that even when the content block dialog box does not appear, JavaScript is sometimes disabled under th

Notes on Operating Environment1-91Before Use Enabling the Sound Function to Use AudioIn Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2012, the sound function i

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Chapter 2Initial Settings❏ Preparing the Camera for Use❏ Initial Setting Tool Installation❏ Initial Settings

2-2▼▼▼▼▼▼Preparing the Camera for UsePerforming Initial Settings for the CameraBefore installing the camera, read this chapter and use the VB Initial

Preparing the Camera for Use2-32Initial Settings▼Using VB-M700/600/40 ViewerThe camera's built-in VB-M700/600/40 Viewer features an Admin Viewer

2-4Install the following software to perform initial settings for the camera.• VB Initial Setting Tool: Software required for performing initial camer

Installing the Necessary Software2-52Initial SettingsThe VB Initial Setting Tool and Camera Angle Setting Tool icons appear on the desktop.Notes on Us

2-6Use the VB Initial Setting Tool to configure the camera network. To launch the VB Initial Setting Tool, double-click the [VB Initial Setting Tool]

2-72Initial SettingsOnce initial settings are complete, check the image on the camera with the VB Viewer. When doing so, set the PC network settings t

IntroductioniiiTrademark Notice• Canon and the Canon logo are registered trademarks of Canon Inc. •Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Internet Explore

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Chapter 3Camera Angle Setting Tool ❏ Camera Angle Setting Method❏ Creating a Camera Specification File to Manage Multiple Cameras

3-2Use the Camera Angle Setting Tool to adjust the camera angle when installing the camera or to change the capture orientation according to the situa

Setting the Camera Angle3-33Camera Angle Setting ToolNoteWhen the Camera Angle Setting Tool connects to a camera, the viewer and recording software co

3-4The camera specification file will be loaded and camera names listed will be displayed under [Camera List].Note• The [Select Camera] dialog box wil

Setting the Camera Angle3-53Camera Angle Setting ToolDisconnecting from the Camera, Shutting Down1Click [Disconnect] from the [File] menu to disconnec

3-6Display Screen of Camera Angle Setting Tool(1) Image Display AreaThe image captured by the camera is shown. (2) [Switch Screen Size] buttonSwitches

Setting the Camera Angle3-73Camera Angle Setting Tool(10)[Control Assist Display] selection boxSelect whether to [Enable] or [Disable] operation assis

3-8 Click the Image to Set Camera AngleClick the desired position in the image and the camera angle will move to center that position on the screen.

Setting the Camera Angle3-93Camera Angle Setting ToolMaking Day/Night Mode Focus SettingsYou can select the focus control method used when switching D

ivSoftware under GPL and LGPLIf you would like to obtain the source code under GPL/LGPL, please contact the dealer or sales agent where you purchased

3-10You can load a camera list in the [Select Camera] dialog box (p. 3-3) if you create a camera specification file which lists connection information

Creating a Camera Specification File3-113Camera Angle Setting Tool Entering in a Text EditorSeparate each field with a comma. When you save the file,

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Chapter 4Top Page of the Camera❏ Accessing the Setting Page, Admin Tools and Viewer

4-2Accessing the Top Page of the CameraFrom the top page of the camera, you can navigate to the Setting Menu to configure various camera settings, lau

Chapter 5Setting Page❏ Administrator Password and Network Detailed Settings❏ Camera Date and Time Settings❏ Camera Name and Initial Camera Settings Re

5-2From the Setting Menu, you can navigate to each setting page to set various items regarding the camera. Information describing what can be set from

5-35Setting PageThe various settings of the camera are configured by accessing the camera in the web browser. First, access the top page of the camera

5-4 Returning to the Setting MenuClick [Settings menu] at the top right of each setting page to return to the Setting Menu. NoteClick on [Help] at

5-55Setting PageAdministrator Password(1) [Password] Set the administrator password. Up to eight (single-byte) ASCII characters (space or printable ch

vUser ManualsThis camera comes with the “Installation Guide” and “Operating Guide” (this manual) included in the Setup CD-ROM. In the Setup CD-ROM, th

5-6IPv6(1) [IPv6] Set IPv6 use to [Disable] or [Enable]. (2) [Auto] Select [Enabled] to set the address automatically or [Disabled] not to set the add

[Network] Setting Administrator Password, LAN, IP Address, DNS, etc5-75Setting PageSNMP(1) [SNMP] Set SNMP use to [Disable] or [Enable]. Camera inform

5-8Current Date and Time[Date], [Time] The date and time currently set in the camera are shown. Setting(1) [Setting Method] Select from [Set manually]

5-95Setting PageCamera Name[Camera Name] Be sure to enter [Camera Name (alphanumeric characters)].Up to 15 ASCII characters (spaces and printable char

5-10Use this mode to stabilize the exposure in locations where vehicles or people are moving. [Spot] The center of the screen is metered. An appropria

[Camera] Setting Initial Camera Settings and External Device Name5-115Setting PageDay/Night(1) [Mode] Set Day/Night mode to [Manual] or [Auto]. If [Ma

5-12(1) [Restricted to Presets] Set the camera control preset to [No Restriction] or [Preset Only]. The administrator can limit camera control by non-

5-135Setting PageInitial Camera Settings(1) [Intelligent Function Information] Select from [Do not add] or [Add] for intelligent function information

5-14On-screen display(1) [Date display] Select whether to enable date display over images. If [Enable] is selected, date information will be displayed

5-155Setting PageGeneral Upload[Upload] Select [Upload Disabled], [HTTP Upload] or [FTP Upload] for the upload method. NoteThe server or network load

viThe following items must be observed when using the camera.If they are not observed, injury, death and/or property damage may occur. Read the follow

5-16(7) [Parameter (query string)] Enter the parameter (using up to 127 characters). Parameters can be specified using the “%” character (p. 8-4).(8)

[Upload] Setting HTTP/FTP Upload and E-mail Notification5-175Setting PageE-mail Notification(1) [Notification] Select [Text Only] or [Text with Image]

5-18Image Server(1) [Maximum Number of Clients] Set the maximum number of clients that can be connected to the camera at the same time. Up to 30 clien

[Server] Setting the Image Server, Audio Server and HTTP Server5-195Setting PageHTTP Server(1) [Authentication Method] Set the authentication method u

5-20Image Buffer(1) [Frame Rate] Enter the frame rate of image to be uploaded. (2) [Pre-event Buffer (number of image frames)] Set the number of image

[Event] Setting Image Buffer, Volume Detection, External Device Input, Audio Playback and Timer5-215Setting Page(8) [Upload] Select the upload operati

5-22Timer(1) [Timer Event Setting] Select [Disable] or [Enable] for timer event. (2) [Start Time] Set the start time of the timer event in 24-hour for

5-235Setting PageAuthorized User Account(1) [User Name], [Password] Enter the user name and password and then click [Add]. The authorized user will be

5-24NoteIf the same address is duplicated, the policy for the address that appears highest on the list will be applied. IPv6 Host Access Restrictions(

5-255Setting PageIPsec (1) [IPsec] Key settings for use with IPsec can be selected as [Auto Key Exchange] or [Manual].Auto Key Exchange Settings(1) [I

Safety PrecautionsviiPrecautions for UsePrecautions for Use of the Camera Angle Setting Tool Precautions for Use of Built-In Camera Functions and Incl

5-26(8) [IKE Pre-Shared Key] Enter the pre-shared key for IKE (auto key exchange) (up to 127 characters). NoteIf auto key exchange is used, it will ta

[IPsec] Setting IPsec5-275Setting Page(15)[SA ESP SPI (inbound)] Set the SA SPI value for inbound. Set a desired value in the range of 256 to 42949672

5-28Certificates(1) [Create Self-Signed Certificate] After entering each of the following settings, click [Exec] to create a self-signed certificate.

[SSL/TLS] Setting HTTP Communication Encryption5-295Setting Page(8) [Backup] Click [Exec] to perform a backup of the certificates and private key. Thi

5-30SD Card Operations (unmount status) (1) [Mount/Unmount] In unmount status, [Mount] will appear. Click [Mount] to mount the SD memory card. NoteSD

[Memory Card] SD Memory Card Operations and Settings5-315Setting PageSD Card Information(1) [SD Card Recognition] Displays the status of the SD memory

5-32(1) [LAN] LAN interface, maximum packet size settings (p. 5-5)(2) [IPv4] IP address, IPv4 settings, etc. (p. 5-5) (3) [IPv6] Settings regarding IP

5-335Setting PageTool(1) [View Logs] Display a history of camera operations and connections to each viewer, etc. (2) [View Current Settings] Display a

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Chapter 6Admin Tools❏ Privacy Mask Setting❏ Panorama Image Registration❏ View Restriction Setting❏ Camera Preset Setting❏ Intelligent Function Setting

viiiMaintenanceTurn off the power before cleaning the camera.  Cleaning of Exterior1 Dampen a soft cloth with water or diluted neutral detergent and

6-2Admin Tools consists of applications for remotely making camera settings, checking operating conditions, and acquiring logs.Admin ToolsThis is the

Admin Tools Overview6-36Admin ToolsLog ViewerThis viewer shows the logs of operating conditions of the camera. NoteOn the control panel of Windows, th

6-4Launching the Admin ToolsThe Admin Tools can be launched from the top page of the camera.A user authentication window appears.The Admin Tools top p

6-56Admin ToolsA tool that lets you cover certain areas on the camera image with privacy masks. When the camera is panned, tilted, or zoomed, the priv

6-6(5) [Obtain/release Camera Control] buttonThis button is used to obtain/release the camera control privileges. For details, see “Obtaining Camera C

Privacy Mask Setting Tool6-76Admin ToolsYou can set up to eight privacy masks. Repeat the setting operations to set multiple privacy mask areas. Saved

6-8Changing/Deleting a Privacy Mask AreaHow to ChangeClick the privacy mask area you want to change in the registered privacy mask display area (captu

6-96Admin ToolsA panorama image capture/creation tool that shows the entire area that can be captured by this camera. When performing pan, tilt, or zo

6-10Display Screens of Panorama Creation Tool(1) [Load from camera] Show the panorama image saved in the camera. (2) [Save to camera] Save the current

Panorama Creation Tool6-116Admin ToolsNote• While a panorama image is being captured, the image stabilizer function is temporarily disabled. • While a

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6-12View Restriction Setting Tool is a tool that limits the range that can be captured by the camera. If view restrictions have been set, you can limi

View Restriction Setting Tool6-136Admin ToolsDisplay Screens of View Restriction Setting Tool(1) Image Display AreaThe image currently captured by the

6-14• View restriction settings[Upper Limit]: Top limit of the view restriction. Click [Get value] to load the top edge value of the current camera an

View Restriction Setting Tool6-156Admin ToolsNote• Even when view restrictions are set, an area outside the view restriction may still appear momentar

6-16A tool that lets you set presets and the home position. You can make the desired settings with the mouse by referring to the preview in the panora

Preset Setting Tool6-176Admin ToolsDisplay Screens of Preset Setting ToolPreset Setting Tool has two display screens, the [Preset] tab and the [Preset

6-18(8) [Preset] tab, [Preset Tour] tabSwitch between the preset setting tab and preset tour setting tab.(9) [Preset/Home Position] selection boxSelec

Preset Setting Tool6-196Admin ToolsSetting the PresetA preset and home position can be set in one of the following ways.  Setting from Camera Angle i

6-20The settings are reflected in the preview frame on the panorama screen and the image display area. If you previewed incorrect settings, etc., and

Preset Setting Tool6-216Admin Tools(8) [Speed (Z)] Select [Slow] or [Fast] for the camera speed during zoom. (9) [Pause (sec)] Set the time at which t