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Easily Connect IP Cameras Over Existing Coaxial Cabling

XVR AiD — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 19:13:47 +0000

Easily Connect IP Cameras Over Existing Coaxial Cabling This article will walk you through the easy steps to connect Lorex’s Coaxial to Ethernet Converter, a plug-and-play solution for connecting and powering IP cameras over existing legacy coaxial cabling. If you have a camera security system that is wired for coaxial and you cannot run Ethernet, you can connect our Coaxial to Ethernet Converter Kit. This enables upgrading your analog system to IP while still using existing coaxial cabling. The converters are small, lightweight, easy to install, and do not need to be connected to an additional power adapter

Upgrade your DVR Security System

If you have a camera security system that is wired for coaxial and you cannot run Ethernet, you can connect our Coaxial to Ethernet Converter Kit. This enables upgrading your analog system to IP while still using existing coaxial cabling. The converters are small, lightweight, easy to install, and do not need to be connected to an additional power adapter. There is no need to run new cabling, simply plug the converters in. Send data and power over coax up to 900 m (2,952 ft) reach (performance and supported length are subject to transmission coaxial cable and coupler quality). This is a cost-effective and useful solution for legacy DVR upgrades and future expansion.

Coaxial to Ethernet Converters

To upgrade your wired system to an NVR with IP security cameras, you will need:

• 1x Coaxial to Ethernet Converter for PoE Cameras Kit (ACVKIT)

• 1x Coaxial to Ethernet Converter for PoE Cameras – Receiver (ACVRC)

• 1x Coaxial to Ethernet Converter for PoE Cameras – Transmitter (ACVTR)

Features:

• Supports long range power supply transmission via coaxial cable

• Provides one BNC coaxial port and one RJ45 port

• Equipped with two transmission modes which are 100 Mbps and 10 Mbps – can be modified according to the transmission distance

Easily Connect IP Cameras Over Existing Coaxial Cabling

Also Read : How to use Webcam on Surveillance Station on QNAP NAS?.

Installing your Coaxial to Ethernet Converters

Safety Precautions

Please read the following safeguards and warnings carefully before using the product in order to avoid damages or losses:

WARNING: Do not use power line other than the one specified. Please use it properly. Otherwise, it may cause fire or electric shock.

• Do not expose the device to lampblack, steam or dust. Otherwise, it may cause fire or electric shock.

• Do not expose the device to sunlight, humid environments, or high temperatures. Temperature rise or moisture in the device may cause fire.

• Do not block air vent of the device or ventilation around the device. Otherwise, temperature in device will rise and may cause fire.

• The device must be installed on a solid and flat surface in order to guarantee safety under load and earthquake. Otherwise, it may cause the device to fall off or turnover.

• Do not place the device on carpet or quilt.

• Do not place any object on the device.

• Do not disassemble the device.

Installation

1.Connect a solid wire Cat5e or Cat6 network cable to your PoE Switch/NVR’s “PoE Port” and to your receiver’s “PoE IN” port.

2.Connect the coaxial BNC cable to the “Long Reach” ports on both your receiver and transmitter.

3.Connect a solid wire Cat5e or Cat6 network cable to your IP Camera’s Ethernet connector and to your transmitter’s “PoE OUT” port.

Product Overview & LED Indicators

1.Receiver “PoE IN” port: PoE input port

2.“Long Reach” ports: Coaxial BNC cable port

3.LED Indicators:

• Link: BNC port indicator light (E100: On for 3 seconds, off for 1 second, E10: On for 1 second, off for 1 second)

• PWR: Power indicator light

4.Transmitter “PoE OUT” port: PoE output port

Mounting

The Coaxial to Ethernet Converter supports two installation modes: junction box or it can support DIN rail mount.

Note: Supports slide width of 28 mm (1.1”)

For full mounting instructions, please refer to the junction box’s Quick Start Guide on Lorex’s support page.

Product Specifications

• Function Port: 1×10/100 Mbps Base-TX, 1xBNC

• Power consumption: <2W

• Transmission bandwidth: RG59 coaxial cable 400 m / 100 Mbps, 1000 m / 10 Mbps

• PoE Protocol: 48V Passive PoE (Pairs 1, 2+; 3, 6 Return)

• Network standards: IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u and IEEE802.3X

• Supports IEEE802.3af and IEEE802.3at power supply standards

• Supports MDI/MDIX self-adaption

• Lightning Protection: Common Mode 4KV, Differential Mode 2KV

• Operating temperatures: -22 to 149 °F / -30 to 65 °C

• Operating humidity: 5%–95%

• Dimensions (W×D×H): 3.1 × 2 × 0.9″/ 79 × 52 × 23 mm

• Weight: 0.13 lb / 61 g

PoE Power Supply Specifications (RG59 Coaxial Cable)

ePoE switch supply voltage 48V. / RG-59, max. DC resistance < 5 Ω / 100 m (328 ft)

ePoE switch supply voltage 53V. / RG-59, max. DC resistance < 5 Ω / 100 m (328 ft)

4K IP Wired Dome Security Camera with Smart Deterrence: Installation

This article provides instructions on how to install and connect 4K Smart Deterrence IP Dome Camera with Smart Motion Detection Plus (E893DD Series) to the NVR.

Before Installing

• Test your camera prior to selecting a permanent mounting location by temporarily connecting the camera and cable to your NVR.

• Decide whether to run the cables through the wall/ceiling (drilling required) or along the wall/ceiling. If you run the cables along the wall/ceiling, you must run the cable through the cable notch located on the camera base (see figure below). This will keep the camera base flush to the surface when mounted.

Installing 4K Smart Deterrence IP Dome Camera

1.Use the included mounting template to mark holes for the screws and camera cable.

2.Drill holes for the screws and camera cable. Insert the optional anchors if installing in drywall.

3.Feed the camera cable through the camera base. If you are running cables along a wall/ceiling, make sure to pass the cable through the cable notch.

4.Connect cables as shown in “Connecting the camera”, pages 10-11.

5.Use a Philips screwdriver and the screws to attach the camera base to the mounting surface.

6.Angle the dome camera and cover as shown in the figure below.

7.Use the included Allen key to tighten the dome camera firmly onto the camera base.

8.Remove the vinyl film from the camera lens once your installation is complete.

Connecting 4K Smart Deterrence IP Dome Camera

Connect the cameras and cables to your NVR using one of the following two setup methods.

1. Connect cameras directly to the NVR (recommended)

Connect the Ethernet cable to the camera and then connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the NVR’s PoE ports. The camera may take a minute to power on after being connected.

Note: A 12V DC power adapter (model#: ACCPWR12V1, not included) is only required if connecting the camera’s Ethernet cable to a router or switch that does not support PoE.

Notes:

• The smart deterrence camera is only compatible with select NVRs. For a list of compatible NVRs, visit lorextechnology.com/compatibility.

• You must connect the camera to a supporting H.265 NVR to take advantage of H.265 compression. For instructions on enabling H.265 compression, visit How do I enable H.265 compression?

2. Connect cameras to a PoE switch or router on your network (not included)

Connect the Ethernet cable to the camera and then connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to a router or switch on your network. See your NVR manual for details on connecting the camera to your NVR using a router or switch.

Using the RJ45 cable gland (optional)

The pre-attached RJ45 cable gland covers both the camera’s Ethernet connector and the RJ45 plug to provide weather-resistance and protection from dust, dirt and other environmental contaminants.

To use the RJ45 cable gland, twist the RJ45 cable gland barrel securely onto the camera’s Ethernet connector.

Tip: The RJ45 cable gland is weather-resistant. Seal the cap with silicone and/or electrical tape for additional sealing if it will be exposed to precipitation regularly.

Cable extension options

You can extend the Ethernet cable run for your camera up to 300ft (91m). To extend the cable run beyond 300ft (91m), a switch will be required (sold separately). Use an RJ45 coupler or a network switch (not included) to connect male ends of Ethernet cables together. We recommend using UL CMR approved cables available at lorex.com.

• Cable type: CAT5e (or higher) Ethernet cable

• Max. cable run distance: 300ft (91m)

• Max. number of extensions: 3

4K IP Wired Dome Security Camera with Smart Deterrence: Getting Started

This article provides instructions on how to setup the 4K Smart Deterrence IP Dome Camera with Smart Motion Detection Plus (E893DD Series).

Important Installation Guidelines

The optimal installation location, including the height and angle of your camera, will depend on the type of detection settings that you want to enable. Since the optimal angle for person and vehicle detection is different from the optimal angle for face detection, you will need to select one approach.

Note: You cannot enable both face detection and person and vehicle detection at the same time.

Based on your detection preference choose between:

1. Optimizing person and vehicle detection accuracy

• Choose a location where objects of interest will be no further than 50ft (15m) from the camera.

• Install the camera between 8-16ft (2.5-5m) off the ground.

• Angle the camera between 30-60° down from the level position.

• Optimal accuracy for objects of interest appear in the bottom 2/3 of the camera image.

• Point the camera where there is the least amount of obstructions (i.e. tree branches).

Accuracy of person and vehicle detection

Accuracy will be influenced by multiple factors, such as the object’s distance from the camera, the size of the object, and the height and angle of the camera. Night vision will also impact the accuracy of detection.

2. Optimizing face and mask detection accuracy

• Install in a bright area and avoid facing direct sunlight with strong backlights and dark shadows.

• Choose a location where objects of interest will be no further than 15ft (4.5m) from the camera.

• Position the camera 10ft (3m) off the ground to detect the full proportion of a face.

• Angle the camera around 15° down from the level position.

• Point the camera directly where objects of interest will be facing.

Note: Facial recording without consent is illegal in certain jurisdictions. Lorex Technology does not assume liability for any use of its product that fails to conform with local laws.

High accuracy Vs. low accuracy face detection

Accuracy will be influenced by lighting conditions and the distance/angle of a person’s face to the camera.

• To distinguish facial features, the camera must be positioned head on with a clear view of a person’s face. Obscured and partially/fully covered faces will not be accurately captured.

• To improve the range of face detection in low light conditions, color night vision will switch to black & white. If you cannot meet these requirements for installation, it may be best to follow the guidelines for person and vehicle detection instead.

Mask detection

With face detection enabled, you can set the alarm type to detect if a person is not wearing a mask. A person not wearing a mask or improperly wearing a mask will be captured in the face preview sidebar and a notification will be sent through the Lorex App.

• Enable Mask Detect and Auto-response to remind a non-mask wearer to: “Please wear your face mask”.

For full instructions on installing and connecting the 4K Smart Deterrence IP Dome Camera to the NVR, visit Installing 4K Smart Deterrence IP Dome Camera.

4K Ultra HD Smart Deterrence IP Camera: Installation Guide

This article provides instructions on how to install and connect 4K Ultra HD Smart Deterrence IP Camera (E893AB Series) to the NVR.

Before Installing

• Test your camera prior to selecting a permanent mounting location by temporarily connecting the camera and cable to your NVR.

Installing 4K Ultra HD Smart Deterrence IP Camera

1.Use the included mounting template to mark holes for the screws.

2.Use a 3/16” drill bit to drill holes for the mounting screws. Insert the included drywall anchors if you are installing the camera in drywall.

3.Connect cables as shown in Connecting 4K Ultra HD Smart Deterrence IP Camera below.

4.Feed the cable through the mounting surface or cable notch and mount the camera stand to the surface using the included screws.

5.Use a Philips screwdriver to loosen the adjustment screw and adjust the camera position as needed.

6.Tighten the adjustment screw to secure the position.

7.Remove the vinyl film from the camera lens when your installation is complete.

Connecting 4K Ultra HD Smart Deterrence IP Camera

Connect the cameras and cables to your NVR using one of the following two setup methods.

1. Connect cameras directly to the NVR (recommended).

Connect the Ethernet cable to the camera and then connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the NVR’s PoE ports. The camera may take a minute to power on after being connected.

Note: A 12V DC power adapter (model#: ACCPWR12V1, not included) is only required if connecting the camera’s Ethernet cable to a router or switch that does not support PoE.

Notes:

• The smart deterrence camera is only compatible with select NVRs. For a list of compatible NVRs, visit lorextechnology.com/compatibility.

• You must connect the camera to a supporting H.265 NVR to take advantage of H.265 compression.

2. Connect cameras to a PoE switch or router on your network (not included).

Using the RJ45 cable gland (optional)

The pre-attached RJ45 cable gland covers both the camera’s Ethernet connector and the RJ45 plug to provide weather-resistance and protection from dust, dirt and other environmental contaminants.

To use the RJ45 cable gland, twist the RJ45 cable gland barrel securely onto the camera’s Ethernet connector.

Tip: The RJ45 cable gland is weather-resistant. Seal the cap with silicone and/or electrical tape for additional sealing if it will be exposed to precipitation regularly.

Cable extension options

• Cable type: CAT5e (or higher) Ethernet cable

• Max. cable run distance: 300ft (91m)

• Max. number of extensions: 3

How to use Webcam on Surveillance Station on QNAP NAS?

XVR AiD — Sat, 02 Mar 2024 08:12:51 +0000

How to use Webcam on Surveillance Station on QNAP NAS? This tutorial is only for QUSBCam. QNAP has released QUSBCam2, an app that allows USB cameras to be used as remotely manageable IP (ONVIF) cameras. QNAP recommends using QUSBCam2 to reduce CPU usage, improve system stability, and simplify your surveillance setup.

Overview

Video surveillance systems can sometimes be too expensive and difficult to maintain for general home users. By supporting webcam monitoring & recording, QNAP Turbo NAS offers an affordable and easy-to-use option for home and small office security. The Surveillance Station app on Turbo NAS is capable of 24/7 recording, taking screenshots, and allows you to remotely view live video streams and recorded files anytime, anywhere.

Webcam surveillance requirements

You will need a webcam with a built-in UVC (USB Video Class) driver. You may refer to the following lists for compatible webcams:

1.Logitech UVC Webcam List
http://support.logitech.com/en_us/article/6471

2.Linux UVC Webcam List
http://www.ideasonboard.org/uvc/

Please note:

1.These third-party sources should be used for reference only. QNAP cannot guarantee their full compatibility.

2.Supported resolutions and framerate are automatically detected based on the webcam hardware. The maximum resolution will always be used.

• ARM-based Turbo NAS: 640×480, 320×240, or 160×120 at 2FPS

• x86-based Turbo NAS: 960×720, 640×480, 320×240, or 160×120 at 5FPS

3.The maximum number of webcams supported by the Turbo NAS:

• ARM-based: one

• x86-based: one

How to use Webcam on Surveillance Station on QNAP NAS?

Read Also : Dahua XVR Remote Access Full Guide

Configure Surveillance Station for webcam recording

1. Connect a USB webcam

Connect a USB webcam to a USB port on the Turbo NAS. If the webcam is supported, it will be listed as a log showing a generic UVC camera in “Control Panel” > “System Settings” > “System Logs” on the NAS.

2. Install the QUSBCam QPKG from App Center (either Automatically or Manually)

Automatic installation: Install the QPKG from “App Center” > “Surveillance” > “QUSBCam” of the NAS.

Manual installation: Download the QUSBCam QPKG from the App Center on the QNAP website. Then you can install it by clicking the “Install Manually” button and by selecting the location of the QUSBCam QPKG to start installing.

3. Configure webcam in QUSBCam

First, open “QUSBCam”.

Video settings can be configured here.

4. Configure Surveillance Station

a. Install Surveillance Station

• Auto installation: Go to “App Center” > “Surveillance” > “Surveillance Station” and click “Add to QTS” to start installation.

• Manual installation: Download the Surveillance Station QPKG from the App Center on the QNAP website. Then you can install it by clicking the “Install Manually” button and by selecting the location of the Surveillance Station QPKG to start installing.

Please note: To ensure proper operations of Surveillance Station, we recommend rebooting the Turbo NAS after its installation is completed.

b. Configure the webcam on Surveillance Station with required settings: (Please check the detailed settings in QUSBCam, “HTTP URL” may vary by different situation.)

Please note: Before applying new settings, you can click “Test” on the right to check that the connection to your webcam is successful.

After you have added the USB webcam camera to your Turbo NAS, go to the “Monitor” page. If it is your first time accessing this page in your web browser, you will have to install an ActiveX control (QMon.cab) before using Monitor or Playback functions. Please follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. You can use Surveillance Station in Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox and Microsoft Internet Explorer.

Play Video Files from Surveillance Station

Click or to enter the playback page and follow the steps below to play video files on the remote Surveillance Station.

1. Drag and drop camera(s) from the server/camera tree to the respective playback window(s) to select the channel(s) for playback.

2. Select a playback date using You can examine each channel to discover the time range when files were recorded using each camera. Blue cells indicate regular recording files. If it is blank, it means that no files were recorded at that time.

3. Click to begin playback. You can control the speed and playback direction by dragging the buttonto left or right of the shuttle bar.

4. Specify the time to play back the recording files. You can view a preview image on the timeline bar to search for the moment you want to play.

5. Click to control all the playback windows to play back the recording files. When this function is enabled, the playback options (play, pause, stop, previous/next frame, previous/next file, speed adjustment) will be applied to all of the playback windows.

How to Use QUSBCam2 with USB Cameras?

Overview

QUSBCam2 transforms USB cameras (webcam)(*1) into IP cameras with ONVIF compatibility and full support for the RTSP protocol. Its live view does not require any extra plug-ins in your browser, and it is a handy surveillance tool for homes and small offices.

• Requirements

• How to View a Live Stream on QUSBCam2

• Configure Surveillance Station for Webcam Recording

Requirements

• QTS 4.3 with QNAP Turbo NAS (x86)

• UVC compatible USB Camera (#1)

• Surveillance Station 5.1.0.5 (or later)

• CodexPack (for support h.264 format)

How to View a Live Stream on QUSBCam2

1.Install USB Camera
After connecting the USB camera to the NAS, the USB camera appears on the USB Device page.

2.Set as channel
After installing the USB camera, go to Channel List and click “Create Channel” to create a QUSBCam2 channel.

Set the channel name and video or audio configuration.
Note: Only MJPEG format supports the live function.

3.Check the Channel List
Go to Channel List and check if the thumbnail image of the USB camera is available. If you see the live button, it means that the camera supports the live function.

Configure Surveillance Station for Webcam Recording

Go to “Surveillance Station” > “Camera Configuration” and then click “Add”. Select “Search camera(s) automatically” and then click “Next”.

For Search type, select “ONVIF” and then select the QUSBCam2 camera. Click “OK”.

Surveillance Station automatically completes the camera information except for the user name and password. Use the same login credentials for the NAS that you are using.

Note: Before applying the new settings, you can click “Test” to check the connection to your QUSBCam2 camera.

Click to launch the QVR client to see the live video and recording.

Additional Information

QNAP does not guarantee full compatibility with all USB cameras. For details on compatible USB cameras (webcam), refer to the following lists for UVC (USB Video Class):

Logitech UVC Webcam List
http://support.logitech.com/en_us/article/6471

Linux UVC Webcam List
http://www.ideasonboard.org/uvc/