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  • Page 1 USER GUIDE BUSINESS SERIES Business Internet Camera with Audio PVC2300, WVC2300 Model:...
  • Page 2 This product may contain material licensed to you under the GNU General Public License or other open-source software licenses. Upon request, open-source software source code is available at cost from Linksys for at least three years from the product purchase date. WEB: For detailed license terms and additional information visit: www.lnksys.com/gpl...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Linksys One Wired Network ........
  • Page 4 Setup > Advanced Setup.........21 Setup >...
  • Page 5 PVC2300 Specifications........
  • Page 6 Safety Notices..........51 Industry Canada Statement .

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Introduction

    HTTPS. Linksys Business Series Surveillance Cameras are also Linksys One Ready. That means they include the necessary firmware to be integrated into a Linksys One data or data/ voice network. Minimum Requirements Mnmum System Requrements (for  camera):...

  • Page 8: Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist

    3. Enable MAC address flterng Linksys routers give you the ability to enable Media Access Control (MAC) address filtering. The MAC address is a unique series of numbers and letters assigned to every networking device.

  • Page 9: Chapter 3: Product Overview

    Busness Internet Vdeo Camera wth Audo Product Overview Back Panel The ports and reset button are located on the back panel of the Camera. Back Panel - PVC2300 Back Panel - WVC2300 Antenna Connectors Antenna connectors are only found on the WVC2300 Camera. The connectors are used to attach the antennas to the device for wireless connectivity.

  • Page 10: Side Panel

    Actvty LED The Activity LED flashes when activity is detected on the Ethernet port. Busness Internet Vdeo Camera wth Audo PVC2300 PoE LED the PVC2300 Camera. The LED has the following states: Power connect the power adapter. GPIO Detailed specifications can be found in the Specifications section of this User Guide.

  • Page 11: Chapter 4: Installation

    Linksys One Video Surveillance Application (VSA) from any PHM1200 IP phone or web browser. The Linksys One VSA is a zero configuration plug-and-play application. The Camera sends live video feeds at a rate of 2 fps (frames per second) to your phone or web browser, with the option to receive alerts for motion detection and other events.

  • Page 12: Linksys One Wireless Network

    Chapter 4 Linksys One Wireless Network Example Linksys One Wireless Network Hardware Installation NOTE: Before attaching the camera extension or swivel head, the stand base can be mounted in a permanent location by using three screws to secure the stand base to the desired location.

  • Page 13: Configuration

    Chapter 4 Verify that the Camera’s LEDs are lit. LED Table Color Actvty Acton Camera is powered off Ready Amber Camera is powered on Blink Camera is booting Network connection not detected Network Green Network connection detected Blink Sending/receiving data NOTE: Hardware Installation steps 6 and 7 are only necessary if you are using the WVC2300...
  • Page 14 Chapter 4 If the Camera you want is not displayed in the Selection box, click Search Agan. NOTE: The Camera defaults to DHCP mode. If your network doesn’t have a DHCP server or if you are having issues obtaining an IP address, you can assign a static IP address to the Camera by pressing the reset button for less than 10 seconds.

  • Page 15: Setting Up The Wireless Connection On The Wvc2300 Camera

    Chapter 4 A timer will appear as the settings are saved to the Camera. A window will appear indicating that the settings have been saved successfully. Click OK to continue. The Wizard will now return to the Welcome screen. Click Ext to automatically launch your default web browser and proceed to the Home page login screen.

  • Page 16: Wireless Security

    Chapter 4 Wireless Security Securty Mode Select the appropriate option based on your wireless network configuration: Dsabled This option implements no security on • your wireless network. Data is not encrypted before transmission. • WEP is a basic encryption method, which is not as secure as later methods such as WPA-Personal or WPA2 Personal.
  • Page 17 Chapter 4 Password This is for this Camera’s client login to the • RADIUS server. • Anonymous ID The unsigned public ID used for login to your RADIUS server. Root CA A root certificate is an unsigned public key • certificate, or a self-signed certificate, which implies that you trust your browser’s publisher to include correct root certificates, and in turn the certificate...

  • Page 18: Chapter 5: Installing And Using The Viewer And Recorder Software

    Chapter  Chapter : Installng and Usng the Vewer and Recorder Software Overview This chapter will instruct you on how to install and use the Internet Camera Viewer & Recorder Utility on your PC. The Utility allows you to easily view and record video. If another Internet Camera Viewer &...

  • Page 19: Using The Monitor Application

    Chapter  Using the Monitor Application After the software has been installed, you can launch the application from shortcuts on the desktop and in the Start menu. Desktop Shortcuts Once you’ve launched the Monitor application, you will see the Monitor’s main screen. From this screen, you can configure and control Cameras.

  • Page 20: Setting Up Cameras

    Chapter  Snapshot Clicking this captures an image from the current video. Zoom Clicking this magnifies a section of the window. Click the icon and then click the portion of the screen you want to magnify. Click the icon again to return magnification to normal.

  • Page 21: Recording Schedule

    Chapter  Click Ext to return to the Video Monitor screen. Deleting a Camera You can delete any of the sixteen cameras displayed from the Setup screen by doing the following: Select the camera you want to delete from the list in the box at the top of the screen.

  • Page 22: Using The Playback Application

    Chapter  Record after Moton Detected Set the time so the Utility will stop recording a certain time after the Utility detects motion in a Camera’s field of view. Disk Allocation for Recording Total Dsk Space This shows the total amount of storage space on your hard drive.
  • Page 23 Chapter  Zoom Out This button is used to zoom out the view. Prnt This button is used to print the image. Playback Speed This slide bar allows you to adjust the speed of the video playback. Audo Controls This slide bar allows you to control the volume level.

  • Page 24: Chapter 6: Advanced Configuration

    Chapter 6 Chapter 6: Advanced Confguraton NOTE: By default the camera is set to receive an IP address from a DHCP server. If you do not have a DHCP server on your network, you can set a static IP address by pressing the Reset button on the camera for less than 10 seconds.

  • Page 25: Resolution

    Chapter 6 Resolution Setup > Basic Setup Setup > Basic Setup Device Settings Devce ID This displays the ID for the Camera. This is used by the setup wizard, viewer and the recorder utility to identify the Camera. Camera Name Enter the preferred name for the Camera.

  • Page 26: Wireless Settings

    Chapter 6 IP Address The IP address assigned to the Camera is displayed. Subnet Mask The Subnet Mask assigned to the Camera is displayed. Gateway IP address of the gateway router between this device and management stations that exist on other network segments.

  • Page 27: Setup > Advanced Setup

    Chapter 6 certificate, which implies that you trust your browser’s publisher to include correct user certificates, and in turn the certificate authorities it trusts, and only user to whom the CA may have issued a certificate-issuing- certificate, to faithfully authenticate the users of all their certificates.

  • Page 28: Rtp/Rtsp

    Chapter 6 Enter the IP address of your router in your web browser’s Address field and press Enter. In this example, the default IP address of the WRT54G router is used (92.68..). Enter the login name and password to access the router’s web-based utility.

  • Page 29: Qos

    Chapter 6 Enable QoS Mode QoS (Quality of Service) mode is disabled by default. To enable QoS mode, select this option and select either audio or video for its guaranteed throughput level. Enable QoS mode will automatically enable WMM (802.11e QoS) when in wireless mode. *WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) is a standard created to define quality of service (QoS) in Wi-Fi networks.

  • Page 30: Administration > Maintenance

    Chapter 6 Prvlege Level Select the appropriate privilege level from the drop-down menu. Choose from one of the following options: Admnstrator This option provides the specified • user with full Camera administration and control privileges. Montor • This option grants the specified user with control of the Camera video (manually pan/tilt, toggle between day/night vision, and trigger output ports).

  • Page 31: Mpeg-4 Settings

    Image Poston • The Image Position fields allow you to define the coordinates of the Linksys logo or user defined image. The upper left corner value is 0, 0. Increasing the X value (X: 0 - 639) will move the image to the right.

  • Page 32: Day/Night Switch

    Chapter 6 X Coordinate 0 - 639 Image Position Transparent Color • This option allows you to define a color that should appear transparent. This allows a logo or other image to appear over the video without displaying a solid background color. The color value must be entered in RGB hexadecimal color code, such as 0000ff.

  • Page 33: Applications > Mail & Ftp

    Chapter 6 Applications > Mail & FTP Applications > Mail & FTP Mail NOTE: Only one SMTP server is used, even if both the primary and secondary SMTP servers are enabled. Primary SMTP Server Prmary SMTP Check the box to upload to the Primary SMTP.

  • Page 34: Applications > Instant Messaging

    Chapter 6 Logn Name Enter the login name associated with the secondary FTP server. Password Enter the password associated with the login name for the secondary FTP server. Fle Path Name Enter the desired file path name on the secondary FTP server. Enable Passve Mode Check the box to enable the Passive mode feature on the secondary FTP server.

  • Page 35: Applications > Event

    Chapter 6 Settng Custom Area Enable this option to capture motion within defined areas of the video screen. Multiple windows with varied threshold settings may be used. Wndow 2-4 Enable one or more of these options to • detect motion in specific areas of the video screen. Windows can be defined by simply extending the window with the cursor.

  • Page 36: Applications > Ddns

    Chapter 6 Overwrte/Replace oldest vdeo fle Check to overwrite/ replace the oldest video clip with the current recording when detecting device’s SDRAM is full. Attachment Type Select the type of attachment: JPEG Image Select this to send image captures. • Frame Rate Select the desired capture rate for the –...

  • Page 37: Output Ports State At Power On

    Chapter 6 Output Ports State at Power On In the Camera, as long as both output’s Default and Current State is High, the output is disconnected (floating). When the current State changes to Low or Low Pulse, the output will be activated. Displays the port number.

  • Page 38: Status > System

    Chapter 6 Status > System Status > System System Status Frmware Verson The version of the firmware currently installed is displayed. Firmware can be upgraded from the Administration > Firmware screen. You must be logged in with administrator privileges to upgrade the firmware. MAC Address This displays the MAC address of the camera.

  • Page 39: Status > Syslog & Log

    Chapter 6 SSID This displays the wireless network name (SSID) used by the camera. Channel This displays the wireless channel used by the camera. Securty This indicates if wireless security is being used by the camera. Status > Syslog & Log Status >...

  • Page 40: Appendix A: Troubleshooting

    Adjust the quality on the Audio/Video > Video screen. Video created with lower settings will contain less detail; this is the trade-off for using less bandwidth. WEB: If your questions are not addressed here, refer to the Linksys website, www.lnksys.com...

  • Page 41: Appendix B: Bandwidth Usage

    Appendx B Appendx B: Bandwdth Usage WVC2300 Bandwidth Test Audio: ON One User viewing video Resoluton Qualty Very High 640 x 480 Normal Very Low Very High 320 x 240 Normal Very Low Very High 160 x 128 Normal Very Low Busness Internet Vdeo Camera wth Audo Bandwdth (k/bps) Frame Rate...

  • Page 42: Appendix C: Glossary

    Appendx C Appendx C: Glossary This glossary contains some basic networking terms you may come across when using this product. WEB: For additional terms, please visit the glossary at www.lnksys.com/glossary Access Mode Specifies the method by which user access is granted to the system. Access Pont A device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other devices to communicate with a wired network.
  • Page 43 Appendx C CoS (Class of Servce) The 802.1p priority scheme. CoS provides a method for tagging packets with priority information. A CoS value between 0-7 is added to the Layer II header of packets, where zero is the lowest priority and seven is the highest.
  • Page 44 Appendx C MAC (Meda Access Control) Address The unique address that a manufacturer assigns to each networking device. Mask A filter that includes or excludes certain values, for example parts of an IP address. Mbps (MegaBts Per Second) One million bits per second;...
  • Page 45 Glossary Appendx C TCP (Transmsson Control Protocol) A network protocol for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent. TCP/IP (Transmsson Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) A set of instructions PCs use to communicate over a network. Telnet A user command and TCP/IP protocol used for accessing remote PCs.

  • Page 46: Appendix D: Specifications

    Appendx D Appendx D: Specfcatons PVC2300 Specifications Model PVC2300 Standards IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.1p (QoS Priority), IEEE802.1q (VLAN) Protocols Supported TCP/IP, HTTP, DHCP, SMTP, FTP, NTP, DNS, UPnP, RTP, RTSP and DDNS Ports Ethernet w/POE, Microphone IN, Speaker OUT, Power (12V, 1A), GPIO,...
  • Page 47 Appendx D Default Bit Rate 16Kbps Management Utlty Monitoring and Recording software Monitoring and Recording for up to 16 cameras Advanced search histogram or by time and date Recording set up to record by motion trigger, manual or schedule recording and playback Securty User List...

  • Page 48: Wvc2300 Specifications

    Appendx D WVC2300 Specifications Model WVC2300 Standards IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.1p (QoS Priority), IEEE802.1q (VLAN), 802.11e (Wireless QoS) Protocols Supported TCP/IP, HTTP, DHCP, SMTP, FTP, NTP, DNS, UPnP, RTP, RTSP and DDNS Ports Ethernet, Microphone IN, Speaker OUT, Power (12V, 1A), GPIO, 4-pin IRIS port Buttons Reset...
  • Page 49 Appendx D Management Utlty Monitoring and Recording software Monitoring and Recording for up to 16 cameras Advanced search histogram or by time and date Recording set up to record by motion trigger, manual or schedule recording and playback Securty WEP/WPA WEP 64bit/128bit, WPA-TKIP, WPA-PSK User List...

  • Page 50: I/O Port Specifications

    Appendx D I/O Port Specifications 10 9 I/O PIN Specifications Functon Descrpton 12VDC Output With a maximum load of 100mA, this output to be used with an external device. Digital Input 1 Connect to high to activate (5V-12V) Digital Output 1 With a maximum load of 100mA and maximum voltage of 12VDC, this output has an open-collector...

  • Page 51: Appendix E: Warranty Information

    Appendx E: Warranty Informaton Limited Warranty Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of one year (the "Warranty Period"), your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Your exclusive remedy and Linksys’...

  • Page 52: Appendix F: Wired Product Regulatory Information

    Appendx F Appendx F: Wred Product Regulatory Informaton FCC Statement This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 53: User Information For Consumer Products Covered By Eu Directive 2002/96/Ec On Waste Electric And Electronic Equipment (Weee)

    (WEEE) This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of Linksys products. Consumers are required to comply with this notice for all electronic products bearing the following symbol: Englsh - Envronmental Informaton for Customers n...
  • Page 54 Appendx F Eest (Estonan) - Keskkonnaalane nformatsoon Euroopa Ldus asuvatele klentdele Euroopa Liidu direktiivi 2002/96/EÜ nõuete kohaselt on seadmeid, millel on tootel või pakendil käesolev sümbol keelatud kõrvaldada koos sorteerimata olmejäätmetega. See sümbol näitab, et toode tuleks kõrvaldada eraldi tavalistest olmejäätmevoogudest.
  • Page 55 Appendx F Letuvška (Lthuanan) - Aplnkosaugos nformacja, skrta Europos Sąjungos vartotojams Europos direktyva 2002/96/EC numato, kad įrangos, kuri ir kurios pakuotė yra pažymėta šiuo simboliu (įveskite simbolį), negalima šalinti kartu su nerūšiuotomis komunalinėmis atliekomis. Šis simbolis rodo, kad gaminį reikia šalinti atskirai nuo bendro buitinių...
  • Page 56 Appendx F Português (Portuguese) - Informação ambental para clentes da Unão Europea A Directiva Europeia 2002/96/CE exige que o equipamento que exibe este símbolo no produto e/ou na sua embalagem não seja eliminado junto com os resíduos municipais não separados. O símbolo indica que este produto deve ser eliminado separadamente dos resíduos domésticos regulares.

  • Page 57: Appendix G: Wireless Product Regulatory Information

    Appendx G Appendx G: Wreless Product Regulatory Informaton FCC Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 58: Avis D'industrie Canada

    Appendx G Avis d’Industrie Canada Cet appareil est conforme aux normes NMB003 et RSS210 d’Industrie Canada. L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes : il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et il doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.

  • Page 59: User Information For Consumer Products Covered By Eu Directive 2002/96/Ec On Waste Electric And Electronic Equipment (Weee)

    (WEEE) This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of Linksys products. Consumers are required to comply with this notice for all electronic products bearing the following symbol: Englsh - Envronmental Informaton for Customers n...
  • Page 60 Appendx G Eest (Estonan) - Keskkonnaalane nformatsoon Euroopa Ldus asuvatele klentdele Euroopa Liidu direktiivi 2002/96/EÜ nõuete kohaselt on seadmeid, millel on tootel või pakendil käesolev sümbol keelatud kõrvaldada koos sorteerimata olmejäätmetega. See sümbol näitab, et toode tuleks kõrvaldada eraldi tavalistest olmejäätmevoogudest.
  • Page 61 Appendx G Letuvška (Lthuanan) - Aplnkosaugos nformacja, skrta Europos Sąjungos vartotojams Europos direktyva 2002/96/EC numato, kad įrangos, kuri ir kurios pakuotė yra pažymėta šiuo simboliu (įveskite simbolį), negalima šalinti kartu su nerūšiuotomis komunalinėmis atliekomis. Šis simbolis rodo, kad gaminį reikia šalinti atskirai nuo bendro buitinių...
  • Page 62 Appendx G Português (Portuguese) - Informação ambental para clentes da Unão Europea A Directiva Europeia 2002/96/CE exige que o equipamento que exibe este símbolo no produto e/ou na sua embalagem não seja eliminado junto com os resíduos municipais não separados. O símbolo indica que este produto deve ser eliminado separadamente dos resíduos domésticos regulares.

  • Page 63: Appendix H: Contact Information

    Appendx H: Contact Informaton Lnksys Contact Informaton Website http://www.linksys.com E-Mail support@linksys.com FTP Site ftp.linksys.com Advice Line 800-546-5797 (LINKSYS) Support 800-326-7114 RMA (Return Merchandise 949-823-3000 Authorization) 949-823-3002 NOTE: Details on warranty and RMA issues can be found in the Warranty and Regulatory Information section of this Guide.

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