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Copyright
Contact address

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About This Guide

Safety notices

Hardware Description

Variants
5MP Fixed camera
HD Fixed camera
Bullet camera
Connections
5MP Fixed camera connections
HDFixed camera connections
Bullet camera connections
Analog video output
Audio
Binary I/O connections
Power
Lens options
Infrared illuminator
Local storage
Fixed camera microSDcard slot
Bullet camera microSDcard slot

Getting Started
Package contents
5MP Fixed camera
HD Fixed camera
Bullet camera
Powering up the camera
5MP Fixed camera auxiliary power
HDFixed camera auxiliary power
Bullet camera auxiliary power
Configuring the camera
Configure the settings

Installation
5MP Fixed camera installation
Mounting the camera
HD Fixed camera installation

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Mounting the camera
Bullet camera installation
Mounting the camera

Operations
Focus the camera using Control Center
Configuring the camera
Setting up motion detection
Accessing the Bullet camera's internal connections
Opening the camera
Assembling the camera
Reset to factory defaults

Configuration
Web Configuration pages
Home
Network
Date and Time
Video
Audio
Encoder
Analytics
PTZ
Binary IO
Edge Storage
Profile Schedule
Advanced Network
Network Security
Firmware Upgrade
Diagnostics

Hardware Specification
Codec specification
Video
Resolution
Audio
Sensor specification
Power
Control Center requirements
Network connections
Environment
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ABOUT THIS GUIDE

This guide is written for users of the IndigoVision BX600 Fixed and Bullet Camera. It provides
installation and configuration information for the camera, as well as a description of the
hardware and specifications.
Please ensure you read the instructions provided in the guide before using the camera.

Safety notices
This guide uses the following formats for safety notices:
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in moderate injury, damage
the product, or lead to loss of data.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may seriously impair operations.

Additional information relating to the current section.

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HARDWARE DESCRIPTION
This chapter details the BX600 Fixed and Bullet Camera, its connections, and its weights and
dimensions.

Variants
The IndigoVision BX600 Fixed and Bullet Camera is a Day-Night camera available with either
a 5MP or 1080p HD resolutions. The ONVIF conformant camera provides an Open Standards
solution while retaining the resilience of IndigoVisions distributed architecture when used
with our class leading management software.
The BX600 Camera range is available in the following variants

5MP Fixed camera with CS lens

HD Fixed camera with 3x and 18x AF lens

5MP & HD Bullet camera

5MP Fixed camera

The 5MP Fixed camera is a compact unit that can be installed with a standard mount or in a
suitable housing.

Figure 1: 5MP Fixed camera

Aluminum alloy with polycarbonate cover

C/CS mount lens

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Dimensions

Figure 2: 5MPFixed camera dimensions (mm)

Weight

330g (0.728lb)

HD Fixed camera
The HD Fixed camera is a compact unit with an integrated 3x or 18x zoom lens. The unit can
be installed with a stand or in a suitable housing.

Figure 3: HD Fixed camera

Aluminum alloy with polycarbonate lens cover

3x or 18x autofocus zoom lens

Metrics
Dimensions
165mm

80mm

53mm

Figure 4: HDFixed camera dimensions (mm) - with 3x zoom lens

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183.3mm

53mm

80mm

Figure 5: HDFixed camera dimensions (mm) - with 18x zoom lens

Weight

360g (0.794lb)

Bullet camera
The Bullet camera is available at either 5MP or 1080p HDresolutions. It has a built-in IR
illumination and remote zoom/focus.

Figure 6: Bullet camera

Diecast aluminum alloy with polycarbonate sun shade

3-axis adjustable mount.

IP66 rated

Metrics
Dimensions
270.5mm

260.5mm

87.98mm

83mm

85mm

180mm
193mm

Figure 7: Bullet camera dimensions

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Weight

940g (2.07lb)

Connections
5MP Fixed camera connections

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Figure 8: 5MP Fixed camera connections

Table 1: Connections
No.

Definition

Remarks

Video (BNC)

Analog video output

Alarm I/O

Pin 1: Output +
Pin 2: Output Pin 3: Input +
Pin 4: Input -

Reset button

Reset to factory defaults

Power Jack

DC 12V

Auto Iris

Auto Iris lens connection

Network

RJ45 (with PoE)

Audio

Mic In / Line In and Line Out

microSD slot

Local video storage

HDFixed camera connections

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Figure 9: HD Fixed camera connections

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Table 2: Connections
No.

Definition

Remarks

Network

RJ45 (with PoE)

Audio

Mic In / Line In and Line Out

Reset button

Reset to factory defaults

Alarm I/O

Pin 1: Output +
Pin 2: Output Pin 3: Input +
Pin 4: Input - (GND)
Pin 5: GND
Pin 6: DPin 7: D+

Video (BNC)

Analog video output

microSD slot

Local video storage

Aux Power

DC 12V / AC 24V

Bullet camera connections

The Bullet camera is fitted with a preterminated cable bundle for easy installation.

Cable bundle

Figure 10: Bullet camera cable bundle

Table 3: Connections
No.

Definition

Remarks

Network

RJ45 (with PoE)

Aux Power

Pin 1: AC 24V-1 / DC 12V (-)

Pin 2: GND
Pin 3: AC 24V-2 / DC 12V (+)

Alarm I/O

Pin 1: Input - (GND)

Pin 2: Input +
Pin 3: Output -

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Definition

Remarks
Pin 4: Output +

Audio

Pink: Mic In / Line In

Green: Line Out

BNC

Analog Video Output

Internal connections
Additional connection are available inside the Bullet camera.
For more information, see "Accessing the Bullet camera's internal connections" on page
26

Desicant Bag

microSD
Card Slot

Reset

Figure 11: Bullet camera internal connections

Analog video output

NTSC/PAL composite video

75 Ohms 1v p-p

The analog video output is supported in limited encoder stream configurations.

Audio

Input: Line in | Mic in, Female Stereo Phone Jack, 3.5mm

Output: Line out, Female Stereo Phone Jack, 3.5mm

Binary I/O connections

The cameras have one binary input and one binary output. These are connected using the
Alarm IOconnections on the camera.

Input: 5V 10k pull up

Output: Solid state opto-isolated relay (50V AC/DC)

For more information about the Alarm IOconnections, see "Connections" on page 10

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Binary input
The binary input is operated by an external switch:

10k Pull up input

Normally low

The input must be configured on the Web Configuration pages to ensure correct behavior.
For more information, see "Binary IO" on page 35
When using an external switch to trigger the input, connect the switch between the ALARM_
IN input and GND. When the switch is open the level is high. Close the switch to set the input
low.
Switch
Contact

ALARM_IN_x

Camera

GND
Figure 12: Binary input - external switch

For more information about pin numbering, see "Connections" on page 10

Binary output
The binary output is an opto-isolated solid-state relay:

Max load voltage: 50V AC/DC

Max current carrying capacity: 130mA

Max resistance: 20

For more information about pin numbering, see "Connections" on page 10

The binary output is not polarity sensitive and is normally open. This can be configured on the
Web Configuration pages.
For more information, see "Binary IO" on page 35

Power
Power is supplied to the camera by one of the following:

CAT5 Ethernet cable to the RJ45 connector from a PoEswitch (802.3af Class 0)
PoE can only be used during configuration and for installations where the minimum
operating temperature is above 0C.
For more information, see "Environment" on page 42

If using PoE, make sure Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) is in use on the network.

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In some cases you may need to use an Ethernet crossover cable when connecting the
IPCamera directly to a PC.

Auxiliary power

5MP Fixed camera: DC12V to the power jack

HD Fixed camera: DC12V and AC 24V to the power terminal block

Bullet camera: DC 12V and AC 24V to the power terminal block

The external power supply is required to power the camera's heater for installations
where the operating temperature is below 0C.

For more information, see "Connections" on page 10

Using the incorrect power supply voltage can irrevocably damage the camera. Ensure that
the correct voltage is used. The required DCvoltage is lower than the required ACvoltage 12V for DC and 24V for AC.

Lens options
The BX600 Fixed and Bullet Camera have the following lens options:

5MP Fixed camera: 3.5 to 10mm (Standard)

Horizontal view angle 83 (W) 32 (T)

F1.6

Vari-focal

CS mount

5MP Fixed camera: 9 to 40mm (Telephoto)

Horizontal view angle 35 (W) 8.2 (T)

F1.5

Vari-focal

CS mount

HD Fixed camera: 3-9mm auto-iris lens

Horizontal view angle 92.93 (W) 30.9 (T)

F1.2 - F2.1

3x zoom

HD Fixed camera: 4.7-84.6mm auto-iris lens

Horizontal view angle 103.5 (W) 34.3 (T)

F1.6 - F2.8

18x zoom

5MP Bullet camera: 3.6-9mm auto-iris lens.

Horizontal view angle 90 (W) 36 (T)

F1.8, varifocal

M14 mount with Remote Zoom/Focus

Auto-iris DC drive lens as standard

HD Bullet camera: 3-9mm auto-iris lens.

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F1.2, varifocal

M14 mount with Remote Zoom/Focus

Auto-iris DC drive lens as standard

Infrared illuminator
The Bullet camera is fitted with an infrared illuminator for enhanced night vision.

Wavelength: 850nm

Working distance: up to 20m

LEDs: 23

Local storage
The cameras have a microSDmemory card slot for local video storage. The local storage is
accessible using the Configuration pages.

SD cards: microSDHC - 32 GB support

For more information, see "Edge Storage" on page 35

Fixed camera microSDcard slot

The Fixed camera microSDmemory card slot is located on the back panel of the camera.

5MP Fixed camera

microSD
Card Slot

HD Fixed camera
Figure 13: Fixed camera microSD card slot

Power down the camera before inserting or replacing a microSD card.

You will hear an audible click when the microSD card is correctly installed.

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Bullet camera microSDcard slot

The Bullet camera microSDmemory card slot is located inside the camera.
For more information, see "Accessing the Bullet camera's internal connections" on page
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Desicant Bag

microSD
Card Slot

Reset

Figure 14: Bullet camera microSD card slot and reset button

Power down the camera before inserting or replacing a microSD card.

You will hear an audible click when the microSD card is correctly installed.

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GETTING STARTED
This chapter describes the initial steps required to start using your BX600 Fixed and Bullet
Camera.

Package contents
5MP Fixed camera

Figure 15: 5MP Fixed camera

1. 1/4" Threaded Mounting Hole

2. Back Focus Lock Screw
3. Back Focus Adjustment Ring
In addition to the camera, the following items are also provided:

1 x CS Mount lens

1 x Allen key

1 x C/CS Mount adapter

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HD Fixed camera

Figure 16: HD Fixed camera

1. 1/4" Threaded Mounting Hole

2. Autofocus zoom lens
In addition to the camera, the following items are also provided:

1 x Power terminal block

Bullet camera
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2.
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7.
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Figure 17: Bullet camera

1. Cable Bundle
2. Camera Mount
3. Fixing Screws (Sun Shade)
4. Locking Screw (Mount)
5. Sun Shade
6. Camera Housing
7. Fixing Screw (Camera Housing)
8. Locking Screw (Camera Housing)
9. Hex Bolt
In addition to the camera, the following items are also provided:

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1 x Power terminal block

1 x M4 inner hex wrench

5 x Self tapping screws

5 x Plastic screw anchors

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Powering up the camera

During configuration the camera can be powered by PoE. Connect a CAT-5 Ethernet cable to
the RJ45 connector of the camera. Ensure the network is powered correctly.
For more information, see "Environment" on page 42
If Power over Ethernet (PoE) is not available the camera can be powered using the auxiliary
power.
For Bullet camera installations where the operating temperature is below 0C, the camera
must be powered using the auxiliary power.

5MP Fixed camera auxiliary power

For installations where PoE is not available, the camera use an external 12V DC power
supply.
For more information, see "Connections" on page 10
The power input to the camera is polarity sensitive, therefore a DC power supply must be
connected to the correct polarity.
Using the incorrect power supply voltage can irrevocably damage the camera. Ensure that
the correct voltage is used.

A 12V DC, 5A PSU with mains power lead can be ordered from IndigoVision.

HDFixed camera auxiliary power

For installations where PoE is not available, the camera uses an external 12V DC or 24V AC
power supply.
For more information, see "Connections" on page 10
The power input to the camera is not polarity sensitive, therefore a DC power supply can be
connected in either polarity.
Using the incorrect power supply voltage can irrevocably damage the camera. Ensure that
the correct voltage is used. The required DCvoltage is lower than the required ACvoltage 12V for DC and 24V for AC.

A 12V DC, 5A PSU with mains power lead can be ordered from IndigoVision.

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Bullet camera auxiliary power

For installations where the operating temperature is below 0C, an external power supply is
required to power the camera's heater. Plug the camera's DC 12V / AC 24V cable into the
power terminal block.
For more information, see "Connections" on page 10
The power input to the camera is not polarity sensitive, therefore a DC power supply can be
connected in either polarity.
Using the incorrect power supply voltage can irrevocably damage the camera. Ensure that
the correct voltage is used. The required DCvoltage is lower than the required ACvoltage 12V for DC and 24V for AC.

A 12V DC, 5A PSU with mains power lead can be ordered from IndigoVision.

Configuring the camera

Before you connect the camera to your network, you must configure the camera's IPaddress
and subnet mask appropriately.

Configure the settings

1. Connect the camera to a PC via a PoE switch or an Ethernet crossover cable.
2. Navigate to the camera's default IP address using a web browser, and enter the
default user name and password.
Table 4:

Default network settings

Default Username

Admin

Default Password

1234

Default IP Address

10.5.1.10

Default Subnet Mask 255.0.0.0

Default Gateway

10.0.0.1

3. Enter the NTP server on the Date & Time menu.

4. Enter a new IP address and subnet mask on the Network menu.
5. Select the maximum video frame rate for your country using the TV System option on
the Video > Advanced menu.
Choose 25/50fps (PAL) for countries with 50Hz power frequency and 30/60fps
(NTSC) for countries with 60Hz power frequency.

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INSTALLATION
This section details how to install the BX600 Fixed and Bullet Camera.
Before installing the camera in its final position, you must first configure its IP settings. For
more information, see "Configuring the camera" on page 20.

5MP Fixed camera installation

The 5MP Fixed camera can be installed on a wall or ceiling using a suitable stand, or in a
suitable housing.
Ensure the wall or ceiling the camera is mounted on is strong enough to support the camera.

Figure 18: 5MP Fixed camera

1. 1/4" Threaded Mounting Hole

2. Back Focus Lock Screw
3. Back Focus Adjustment Ring
To attach the supplied lens to the camera, use the C/CS Mount Adapter provided.
1. Fit the C/CS Mount Adapter to the camera.
2. Rotate the lens clockwise into the Mount Adapter until it is fully home.
3. Connect the iris cable to the Auto Iris connector on the back of the camera.
For more information, see "HDFixed camera connections" on page 10

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Mounting the camera

The camera has two 1/4" UNC threaded mounting holes (1), one on the top and one on the
bottom of the camera. Use these to secure the camera to a stand.

HD Fixed camera installation

The HD Fixed camera can be installed on a wall or ceiling using a suitable stand, or in a
suitable housing.
Ensure the wall or ceiling the camera is mounted on is strong enough to support the camera.

Figure 19: 5MP Fixed camera

1. 1/4" Threaded Mounting Hole

2. Autofocus zoom lens

Mounting the camera

The camera has two 1/4" UNC threaded mounting holes (1), one on the top and one on the
bottom of the camera. Use these to secure the camera to a stand.

Bullet camera installation

The Bullet camera can be installed directly on a wall or ceiling with the integrated 3-axis
adjustable mount.
Ensure the wall or ceiling the camera is mounted on is strong enough to support the camera.

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Figure 20: Bullet camera

1. Cable Bundle
2. Camera Mount
3. Fixing Screws (Sun Shade)
4. Locking Screw (Mount)
5. Sun Shade
6. Camera Housing
7. Fixing Screw (Camera Housing)
8. Locking Screw (Camera Housing)
9. Hex Bolt

Mounting the camera

1. Connect the Ethernet and other cables as required.
2. Fix the Camera Mount (2) securely to the surface.
3. Position the lens to capture the correct field of view by loosening the Hex Bolt (9) and
Locking Screw (4) on the Camera Mount (2), and the Locking Screw (8) on the Camera
Housing (6).
4. Secure the Hex Bolt and the Locking Screws once the lens is in the correct position.

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OPERATIONS
This chapter describes common tasks required for the operation of the BX600 Fixed and
Bullet Camera.

Focus the camera using Control Center

The ambient temperature around the camera must be above -100 C (140 F) when performing
this procedure.

1. Add the camera to the Control Center site database ensuring you configure the Device
Access credentials.
2. Right-click the camera in the Site Explorer, select Properties > Video and Audio,
and select the appropriate Profile Token and Connection.
3. Right-click the camera in the Site Explorer and select View Video.
4. In the main window, click the Configuration tab.
5. Navigate to Video > Basic menu and use the Zoom and Focus options to focus the
camera.

Configuring the camera

You can access the camera configuration pages using the IP address of the camera.
Alternatively, you can access these pages through IndigoVisionControlCenter.
This functionality is only available if you have administrator permissions.

1. In Setup view, select the camera you want to configure.

2. Select the Configure tab, and enter a valid user name and password if required.
For more information, see "Configuration" on page 29

Setting up motion detection

The BX600 Fixed and Bullet Camera can generate an event when they detect motion in a
specified region in the scene. The event can trigger additional actions, such as a binary
output signal.
Motion detection is configured using the Web Configuration Pages. These can be accessed
using the IPaddress of the camera, or through Control Center.

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For more information, see "Configuring the camera" on page 25

1. Access the Web Configuration pages for the camera.
2. Navigate to Analytics >Motion Detection.
3. Select Motion Detection > On to enable motion detection. The Motion dialog opens.
This dialog displays activity.
4. Create region of interest windows to specify in which areas of the scene you want to
detect motion.
The area within all the windows defined is considered as the region of interest.

Click Motion Detection Windows >Add.

Select the window and drag the border to resize it.

5. Specify the Motion Detection Settings to set the sensitivity of detection.

Table 5: on page 26 provides a guide to setting the sensitivity.
For more information, see "Motion detection" on page 33
6. Select the action the camera performs when the motion is detected.
Confirm how the camera's binary outputs have been wired (fro more information, see
"Connections" on page 10) and configured (for more information, see "Binary IO" on page
35)to ensure the triggered action is as expected.

Table 5: Motion detection parameters - setting sensitivity

Parameter
Description

Sampling pixel interval

Specifies the number of pixels in
the region of interest used to
determine motion. A value of 5
means one pixel is sampled for
every 5 pixels.

Detection level

Sensitivity level

Specifies the gain level at

which each pixel is
activated.

Specifies the threshold of the

detection. A value of 80 means that
only 20% of the sampled pixels must
be active to trigger an event.

Highest sensitivity 1

100

Lowest sensitivity

10

100

Default value

10

80

Time interval

Specifies in seconds the interval between each detection. The lower the value, the more sensitive the
detection.
The default value is 10.

Accessing the Bullet camera's internal connections

To access the Bullet camera's internal connections, you need to open the camera.

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Figure 21: Bullet camera

1. Cable Bundle
2. Camera Mount
3. Fixing Screws (Sun Shade)
4. Locking Screw (Mount)
5. Sun Shade
6. Camera Housing
7. Fixing Screw (Camera Housing)
8. Locking Screw (Camera Housing)
9. Hex Bolt

Opening the camera

Disconnect the Bullet camera from the power supply before opening the camera.

1. Remove the Sun Shade (5) by undoing the Fixing Screws (3).
2. Undo the Fixing Screw (7) on the Camera Housing (6).
3. Holding the camera firmly, carefully pull the Camera Housing (6) away from the rest of
the camera.

Assembling the camera

Ensure the camera is assembled correctly to ensure a watertight seal.

1. Holding the camera firmly, carefully push the Camera Housing (6) on to the camera.
Ensure the Camera Housing does not make contact with the LEDs as this can damage them
and reduce their efficacy.

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2. Replace and secure the Fixing Screw (7) on the Camera Housing (6).
3. Replace the Sun Shade (5) ensuring the Fixing Screws (3) are secure.

Reset to factory defaults

You can reset the camera settings to factory defaults using the following methods:

Press and hold the Reset button on the camera for ten seconds.

Click Diagnostics >Maintenance > Full Restore on the camera's Configuration

pages.

For more information, see "Connections" on page 10

For more information, see "Maintenance" on page 39

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CONFIGURATION
This section explains the various configuration options provided by the Web Configuration
pages for the following firmware versions:

3.2.x

Unless otherwise specified, each parameter applies to all variants.

Web Configuration pages

To access the Web Configuration pages, enter the IP address of your device into a web
browser. The Home menu is displayed.
IndigoVision products support Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 6 or higher
recommended).

To access any of the other configuration pages, click the required option in the menu on the
left of each page.

Home
This menu is read-only and provides a basic configuration overview of the unit.
This page is accessible to all users even if they are not authorized to access the other
configuration pages.

Network
Use this menu to configure the network settings for the unit. Click Save to apply any
changes.
Host Name Enter a name to identify this device. This name is used for the on screen
display and is by video clients.
Location Enter a location to identify this device. This location appears at the top of all web
pages.
Use DHCP Assigns the following Network parameters via a DHCP Server:

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IP address

Subnet mask

Default gateway

NTP

If the unit does not receive any response from the DHCP server it will default to using the
network parameters last successfully applied.
Control Center requires that the IP address for a unit in a site remains fixed. If the DHCP
server has been configured to lease addresses from an address pool, rather than based on
MAC address, the device will not work correctly with Control Center.

Use fixed IP address Allows you to enter the following Network parameters manually:

IP address

Subnet mask

Default gateway

Primary DNS

Secondary DNS

Use PPPoE Enter the user name and password required for PPPoE.

Date and Time

Use this menu to configure the date and time settings for the unit. Click Save to apply any
changes.
Hardware clock (Local time) Enter the current date (yyyy/mm/dd), and time (hh:mm:ss).
Sync with NTP server Enter the host name or IP address of the NTP server, and the
update interval.
Time zone Select the appropriate time zone.
Enable daylight saving time Select this box to enable a time offset with the settings you
define.

Video
Use this menu to configure the video settings for the unit.

Basic
Use this menu to view video and set the basic video settings. Click Set to apply any
changes.
The following controls are available for the live stream.
View the video at its native size.
View the video at half its native size.
Toggle the microphone for the camera.
View the video in full screen mode.

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Toggle the video audio on and off.

Stop / Start the video.
Zoom Adjust zoom settings for the video.
Focus Adjust focus settings for the video.
AF Forces the camera to auto focus. (only available for variants with auto focus lens)
Brightness, Sharpness, and Contrast Set the standard color-space controls as required
for your video.
White Balance Specifies the method by which the camera determines color levels.
IndigoVision recommends this should be left at automatic unless one of the fixed values
provides a more accurate representation of the hues within a particular scene.

Auto: Automatically adjusts for the current input.

Indoor: Automatically adjusts for low light conditions.

Outdoor: Automatically adjusts for daylight conditions.

ATW: Automatic trace white balance.

One Push: Calibrate the white balance when the button is selected.
a. Select One Push
b. Select Set
c. Select the Trigger button

Manual: Manually calibrate the white balance. The Rgain and Bgain settings are the
compensation white balance gains for the red and blue channels.

WDRFunction (Wide Dynamic Range)Filters intense back light surrounding a subject to

enhance the features and shapes of the subject.

Exposure
Use this menu to set the exposure controls for the unit. Click Set to apply any changes.
Auto Mode Iris settings and shutter speed are set automatically

Max Gain: Sets the maximum gain used.

Auto Iris MinShutter Speed: Sets the auto iris minimum shutter speed.

Auto Shutter Min Shutter Speed: Sets the auto shutter minimum shutter speed.

Shutter Priority: Sets the shutter priority.

Manual Mode Shutter settings are set manually.

Shutter speed: Sets the fixed shutter speed.

Gain: Sets the gain used

Advanced
Use this menu to set the advanced video settings for the unit. Click Save or Set to apply any
changes.
Backlight compensation (BLC) Compensates for backlight.
IR Function Sets the IRcut filter control and IR illumination where available.

Auto: Camera deploys IR cut filter to suit lighting conditions.

Night: IRcut filter is enabled.

Day: IR cut filter is disabled.

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Light Sensor: IR illumination is switched on or off depending on the light sensor.

(Bullet variant only)

Light On: IR illumination is switched on. (Bullet variant only) (Environmental Vandal
Resistant with IR variant only)

Light Off: IR illumination is switched off. (Bullet variant only) (Environmental Vandal
Resistant with IR variant only)

Smart: Prevents the IRcut filter closing when an external IRillumination source is
used in conjunction with the camera.

Picture Adjustment Saturation, and Hue. These are standard color-space controls.
Adjust as required for your video.
Noise Reduction Reduces sensor noise. Lower values produce more image noise, but
fewer motion artifacts.

3DNR Low: Camera produces an image that has average contrast and is suitable for
indoor or low-contrast outdoor scenes.

3DNR Mid: Camera produces an image that has average contrast and is suitable for a
lobby or high-contrast outdoor scenes.

3DNR Hi: Camera produces an image that has average contrast and is suitable for
high-contrast outdoor scenes.

SPQ: (Smart Picture Quality) Applies noise reduction algorithm.

SPQ + 3DNR Low: Applies SPQ noise reduction algorithm in addition to 3DNR Low.

SPQ + 3DNR Mid: Applies SPQnoise reduction algorithm in addition to 3DNR Med.

SPQ + 3DNR Hi: Applies SPQ noise reduction algorithm in addition to 3DNRHi.

TVSystem Sets the maximum frame rate. Choose 25fps (PAL) for countries with 50Hz
grid power supply-frequency or 50fps (NTSC) for countries with a 60Hz grid power supplyfrequency.
Video Rotate Type Sets the type of rotation applied to the video output.

Normal Video: Displays the video with no rotation applied.

FlipVideo: Flips the video on the horizontal axis to provide an inverted view of the
original image.

Mirror Video: Flips the video on the vertical axis to provide a mirrored view of the
original image.

90 degree clockwise: Rotates the image by 90 degrees clockwise.

180 degree rotate: Rotates the image by 180 degrees.

90 degree counter-clockwise: Rotates the image by 90 degrees counter-clockwise.

Text Overlay Settings Sets the information included in text overlay.

Audio
Use this menu to configure the audio settings for the unit. Click Save to apply any changes.
TransmissionMode Sets the transmission mode. Select one of the available options to
enable audio, or select Disable to disable audio transmission.
Server Gain Setting

Input Gain: Sets the audio input gain.

Output Gain: Sets the audio output gain.

Bit Rate: Sets the audio bit rate.

Recording to Storage Enables audio recording to the local storage when video is
recorded.

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Encoder
Use this menu to define encoder settings for the unit. Click Save to apply any changes.

Multi-encoder
Video Resolution Select the streams required and choose the video resolution
parameters for each stream.
MJPEG Compression setting Sets the MJPEG Qfactor.
MJPEG frame rate setting Sets the MJPEG target frame rates.

H.264
Use these menus to configure each H.264 stream independently. The available streams
depend on the streams selected on the Encoder > Multi-encoder menu. Click Save to apply
any changes.
H.264 frame rate Sets the H.264 target frame rate.
H.264 bit rate Sets the H.264 target bit rate.
H.264 GOVLength Sets the GOVlength for each stream to determine the ratio of Iframes to P-frames. The default value is 60, which means one I-frame every 60 frames.
The higher the value, the greater the time between each I-frame, and the lower the bandwidth
requirements.
Enable CBR mode Attempts to cap the bit-rate at the target bit-rate, regardless of
motion. When disabled, the bit-rate can exceed the target level to provide better quality of
video .

Streaming Mode
Use this menu to select the streaming mode.

Analytics
Use this menu to configure the analytics settings for the unit. Click Save to apply any
changes.

Motion detection
Use this menu to configure the motion detection settings for the unit. When motion is
detected, an event is generated.
You can configure multiple filters for the camera. Select a filter from the Motion Detection
drop-down list to configure the motion detection settings for that filter.
For more information about configuring a video stream, see "Encoder " on page 33
Motion Detection Turns motion detection on or off. When motion detection is enabled, the
Motion dialog opens and displays activity.
This option can be changed based on a predefined schedule.
For more information about defining a schedule, see "Profile Schedule" on page 36
Motion DetectionSetting Allows you to set the following parameters:

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Sampling pixel interval: Specifies the number of pixels in the region of interest used
to determine motion. The lower the value, the more sensitive the detection. For
example, a value of 5 means one pixel is sampled for every 5 pixels. The default value
is 1.

Detection level: Specifies the gain level at which each pixel is activated. The lower
the value, the more sensitive the detection. The default value is 10.

Sensitivity level: Specifies the threshold of the detection. The higher the value, the
more sensitive the detection. For example, a value of 80 means that only 20% of the
sampled pixels must be active to trigger an event. The default value is 80 (20%).

Time interval: Specifies in seconds the interval between each detection. The lower
the value, the more sensitive the detection. The default value is 10.

Triggered Action Enables additional actions when an event is generated. Select the
option required.
Confirm how the camera's binary outputs have been wired (for more information, see
"Connections" on page 10) and configured (for more information, see "Binary IO" on page
35)to ensure the triggered action is as expected.

Motion Detection Windows Add or remove region of interest windows. The area within
all the windows defined is considered as the region of interest.You can add up to 10 windows.
Select a window and drag the border to resize it, or click Delete to remove.

Hooded Camera
Use this menu to configure the hooded camera settings for the unit. When the unit detects it
is hooded, an event is generated.
Tampering Alarm Enable or disable hooded alarms.
This option can be changed based on a predefined schedule.
For more information about defining a schedule, see "Profile Schedule" on page 36
Tamper duration Specify for how long the camera is covered before the alarm is
triggered.
Triggered Action Enables additional actions when an event is generated. Select the
option required.

PTZ
Use this menu to configure the PTZ settings for the unit.
This menu is only available for the fixed camera variants.

Configuration
Use this menu to configure the Pan Tilt settings for the camera when it is installed on a
Pan/Tilt mount.
Pan/Tilt control If the camera is mounted on a Pan/Tilt mount, select On to enable the
Pan/Tilt features.
RS485 Protocol Type: Select the protocol required by the Pan/Tilt mount.

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Preset
A preset is a predefined position. Use this menu to define up to 256 preset positions for the
camera.
1. Move the camera to the required position.
2. Enter a preset position in the No.[1...265] field.
3. Enter a Name for the preset and click Set.
To move the camera to a preset position, select a preset number.
Enable custom command (Show Advanced) - Enable this option to execute a custom
command with each preset number, for example, operate wiper blades. To use the custom
command enter comma-separated Hex values, for example, ff,01,00,07,00,2e,36
Click Save to include the custom command with each preset number.

Preset tour
A preset tour is a predefined list of presets the camera moves through. Use this area to define
up to 8 preset tours for the camera.
To start the tour, select a Tour number from the drop-down list and click Start Tour.
To edit a tour:
1. Select a Tour number from the drop-down list.
2. Click Edit. The tour details are displayed.
3. Select a preset for position 1 of the sequence, and enter a dwell time for the this preset
to be displayed.
4. Repeat the previous step for the number for positions required.
5. Click Save.

Binary IO
Use this menu to configure the Binary IO and alarm settings for the unit. Click Save to apply
any changes.
Alarm Switch Enable or disable alarms.
This option can be changed based on a predefined schedule.
For more information about defining a schedule, see "Profile Schedule" on page 36
Alarm Type Specify if the alarms (binary inputs) for the camera are Normally closed,
(high)or Normally open (low).
Alarm Output Specify if the binary output (relay) signal is normally High (closed)or Low
(open).
Triggered Action Select the action the camera performs when the alarm is triggered.
Triggered actions must be disabled to enable Control Center to control the binary output
(relay).

Edge Storage
Use this menu to configure the edge storage settings for the unit.

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Configuration
Use this menu to configure the local storage management. Click Save to apply any changes.
For more information about local storage, see "Local storage" on page 15
Device information Provides an overview of the local storage available.
Format device Click Format to format the local storage and delete all recordings.
Disk cleanup setting Enables routine disk clean up. Click Save to save any changes
made to these settings.

Remove recordings older than: Automatically delete recordings older than the
specified number of days or weeks.

Remove oldest recording when the disk is: The oldest recordings are deleted when
the storage reaches the specified capacity (%).

Recording list Displays all the recording files available on the local storage. Each
recording file is limited to 60 MB.
Select a recording file and click Remove to delete it, or Download to download the file.
Downloads are limited to 300 MB.
The initial letter of the file name denotes the type of recording: A - Alarm, M - Motion, and R Regular recording.

Schedule
Use this menu to configure video recording to the local storage device.
For more information about local storage, see "Local storage" on page 15
Recording schedule Select when video is recorded to the local storage.

Disable: Video is not recorded to the local storage.

Always: Video can be recorded at any time.

Only during time frame: Video can only be recorded during the time periods specified
in the schedule on this page.

To create or edit a schedule entry:

1. Select a line in the table.
2. Select the days of the week the schedule will be active.
3. Enter the Start time (local camera time).
4. Enter the Duration in hours the schedule will be active (max 168 hours).
5. Click Save.

Profile Schedule
Use this menu to define a schedule that can be used to activate camera functions, for
example, enable motion detection.
To create or edit a schedule entry:
1. Select a line in the table.
2. Select the days of the week the schedule will be active.
3. Enter the Start time (local camera time).
4. Enter the Duration in hours the schedule will be active (max 168 hours).

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5. Click Save.

Advanced Network
Use this menu to specify the advance network settings for the unit. Click Save to apply any
changes.

Advanced
Web Server port Enter the Web Server port number.
RTSP port Enter the RTSP port number.
MJPEG over HTTP port Enter the MJPEG over HTTP port number.
HTTPS port Enter the HTTPS port number.
MTU Enter the MTU value to be used.

SNMP
SNMP v1/v2 Enable SNMP v1 and v2 to be used by the camera.

Read Community Specify which user groups have SNMP read access to the
camera.

Write Community Specify which user groups have SNMP write access to the
camera.

The BX Range cameras support the standard MIB files.

For more information, refer to http://www.net-snmp.org/docs/mibs/
SNMP v3 Enable SNMP v3 to be used by the camera.

Security Name Specify the user name to be used by the camera.

Authentication Type Specify the authentication type required.

Authentication Password Specify the authentication password to be used by the

camera.

Encryption Type Specify the encryption type required.

Encryption Password Specify the encryption password to be used by the camera.

Traps for SNMP v1/v2/v3 Enable the camera to use SNMP traps.Specify the IPaddress
and authorized community groups for SNMP traps.

Warm start Enables the camera to perform a warm start.

UPnP Settings
Enable UPnP Enable UPnP for the camera.
Enable UPnP port forwarding Enable UPnP port forwarding for the camera.
Friendly name Enter a friendly name for the camera.

IPv6 Address Configuration

Enable IPv6 Enable IPv6 addresses.

Network Security
Use this menu to configure the network security settings for the unit.

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User Configuration
Use this menu to configure the users for the unit.
Admin Password Enter a password for the unit. This must contain between 1 and 14
alphanumeric characters. Click Save to apply the change.
Add User Add a user to the unit. Specify their user name, password, and permissions.
Manage User Edit or delete existing users.

HTTPS
Use this menu to configure the HTTPS settings for the unit.
Create self-signed certificate Create a self-signed certificate with the settings you
define.
Install signed certificate Install a self-signed certificate to activate the HTTPS feature.

Create Certificate Request: Create a request for a certificate.

Upload signed certificate: Browse to and upload a signed certificate file from your
computer.

Created Request View and remove certificate requests that have been created.
Installed Certificate View and remove certificates that have been installed.

IP Filter
Use this menu to configure the IP filter settings for the unit.
Enable IPFilter Select this box to enable network security restrictions. Choose Deny or
Allow, and click Apply to switch between these modes.
Filtered IPAddresses This contains all the IPaddresses currently being filtered in the
selected mode.
Select an address and click Delete to delete it from the list. You can use shift-click to select
several addresses to be removed.
Add Enter an IP address and click Add to add it to the list of IP addresses being filtered in
the selected mode.

IEEE 802.1X
Use this menu to configure the settings used to access a network protected by 802.1X/EAPTLS (EAP-Transport Layer Security).
Click Save to save any changes made on this page.
CAcertificate Browse to and upload the CertificationAuthority certificate file from your
computer. To remove a CAcertificate, click the Remove button.
Client certificate Browse to and upload the Client certificate file from your computer. To
remove a client certificate, click the Remove button.
Private key Browse to and upload a private key file from your computer. To remove a
private key, click the Remove button.
Settings Enter the user identity and password associated with the certificate.

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Firmware Upgrade
Use this menu to upgrade the camera firmware.
The upgrade may take a few minutes. It is important not to interrupt the upgrade or power off
the unit while the upgrade is in progress.

Diagnostics
Use this menu to access the diagnostics tools for the unit.

Firmware Version
This is a read-only menu that displays the firmware version running on the unit.

Log file
This menu is read-only and provides a log of actions carried out on the unit.

Parameters
This menu is read-only and provides an overview of parameters on the unit.

Maintenance
Use this menu to access maintenance tools for the unit.
Full Restore Resets all the camera settings to the factory defaults.
Partial Restore Resets the camera settings to the factory defaults with the exception of
the network settings.
Reboot Reboots the camera.
Export Files Export configuration files for the unit.
Upload Files Browse to and upload configuration files for the unit from your computer.

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This chapter details the hardware specifications for the BX600 Fixed and Bullet Camera.

Codec specification
Video

Bitrate:User-configurable from 64Kbps to 8Mbps

Compression: Full frame rate, full colour:

5MP: up to 12fps (5MP only)

3MP: up to 15fps (5MP only)

1080p: H.264 / MJPEG, up to 30fps

720p: up to 30fp

D1: up to 30fp

Resolution

5MP: 2592 x 1944 pixels (5MP only)

3MP: 2048 x 1536 pixels (5MP only)

1080p: 1920 x 1080 pixels

720p: 1280 x 720 pixels

D1: 720 x 480 pixels

Compression: G.711

Full duplex 8Khz sample rate

Mono input / mono output

Audio

Sensor specification
5MP

HD

Sensor

1/2.5 Progressive CMOS

1/2.7 Progressive CMOS

Active pixels

5 Megapixel (2592 x 1944)

2 Megapixel (1920 x 1080)

Sensitivity (30IRE, F1.2)

Day: 0.2 Lux | Night: 0.02 Lux

Dynamic Range

69 dB

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5MP

HD

Wide Dynamic Range

Low / Medium / High

Gain control

Automatic or fixed manual setting across 40dB

Scan mode

Progressive

Mirror mode

On/Off

Back light compensation

On/Off

White balance mode

Auto / Manual / ATW

Iris control

Auto-iris DC drive lens

Shutter speeds

1 to 1/10000 sec

Power

5MP Fixed camera:

Power over Ethernet (802.3af Class 0) or 12V DC

Power consumption rated at 6W

HD Fixed camera:

Power over Ethernet (802.3af Class 0) or 12V DC / 24V AC

Power consumption rated at 6W

Bullet camera:

Power over Ethernet (802.3af Class 0) or 12V DC / 24V AC

Power consumption - camera only rated at : 5.5W

Power consumption - camera and heater rated at : 24W

Control Center requirements

The BX600 Fixed and Bullet Camera variants require Control Center 12.2 suite or later.

Network connections

IEEE802.3 and IETF standards

10/100 Base-T Ethernet (RJ45)

TCP, UDP, RTP, RTSP, ICMP, IGMP, SNMP, HTTP, HTTPS, PPPoE, uPnP,
DHCP

Up to 4 simultaneous unicast video users or unlimited multicast users

Environment
Fixed cameras:

Operating Temperature -0C to +50C (32F to 122F)

Storage Temperature: -20C to +70C (4F to 158F)

Humidity: 10% to 90%, no condensation

Bullet camera:

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Operating Temperature (PoE): 0C to +50C (14F to 122F)

OperatingTemperature (AC/DC PSU): -30C to +50C (-22F to 122F)

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Storage Temperature: -20C to +70C (-4F to 158F)

Humidity: 10% to 90%, no condensation

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Regulatory

EN 55022 Class A

EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3

AS/NZS CISPR 22

FCC Part 15, Subpart B Class A

EN 50130-4, AS/NZS CISPR 24

IEC 61000-4-2, IEC 61000-4-3, IEC 61000-4-4, IEC 61000-4-5, IEC 61000-4-6, IEC
61000-4-8, IEC 61000-4-11

EN60529 (1992) IP66 Dust and Water Ingress (Bullet camera variant only)

This product meets the requirements of the EC restriction of hazardous substances

(RoHS) directive 2002/95/EC

In accordance with the EC Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive
2002/96/EC this product must be sent to a recycling plant for proper disposal at the end of its
use.

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