Network Camera Edge Storage Manual - Video Recording and Playback with SD / Micro SD Card -

Caution

This manual is for cameras with the Ver1.9.2 firmware. To use the Edge Storage function ( recording or playing back the video using an SD / microSD memory card ), upgrade the firmware to Ver1.9.2 or higher beforehand.

Table of Contents 1. About the Edge Storage Function 1-1. 1-2. 1-3.

Introducing the Edge Storage function Precautions when using the Edge Storage function SD / microSD memory card that can be used

2. Recommended Setting when Using the Edge Storage Function 3. How to Use the Edge Storage Function 3-1. 3-2. 3-3. 3-4. 3-5.

Formatting the memory card Setting the clock on the camera Recording setting of Edge Storage (constant recording) Recording setting of Edge Storage (presence sensor) Recording setting of Edge Storage (compound condition)

4. Playback, Saving, and Deleting of Recorded Video

1. About the Edge Storage Function 1-1. Introducing the Edge Storage function This is a function to record the image and audio to the memory card installed in the SD / microSD memory card slot in the camera, and to stream using the same protocol as live video and audio from the alarm detection result such as network disconnect. Refer to the Installation Manual accompanying the camera for installing the memory card to the camera.

1-2. Precautions when using the Edge Storage function 

Insertion and replacement of the memory card should be performed when the power of the camera is turned off. Also, always stop the recording of Edge Storage before turning off the power of the camera.

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Stop the recording of Edge Storage when turning off the power of the camera when the memory card is inserted.

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Format the memory card with “SD Formatter” supplied by SD Association before using a memory card.

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The maximum number of video recording that can be stored in the memory card is 500. New recording will be stopped when the number of recording reaches 500 if [Overwrite] is not selected. Recording will be overwritten from the oldest one when the number of recording reaches 500 if [Overwrite] is selected.

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Overwrite cannot be set with the memory card less than 4 GB.

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The recorded data may become very large and video or image may be interrupted depending on the recording setting or the scene when recording with video codec H.264 set to VBR (CBR off). Confirm the video codec setting and environment before operation.

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The frame rate for the monitor image of the viewer and the operability will decrease when recording video or still picture.

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The interval of the still pictures actually being recorded may become longer than what is set.

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We assume no responsibility for any damage caused by destruction of record data, etc.

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Each memory card has a limited life span. It may not record correctly when used for a long period of time, so please replace with a new memory card in such a case.

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Each memory card has a limited life span and the usage with constant recording affects the life span of a memory card more than the event recording, so it is recommended to operate with event recording.

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1-3.SD / Micro SD card that can be used Use the SDHC card that is CLASS 10 and compatible with the operation guarantee temperature of 85 degrees or higher when recording with the Edge Storage function. The recording may not be performed correctly when the SDHC card not compatible with this condition is used. This does not guarantee the operation of all the SDHC cards compatible with this condition. We have confirmed the operation of the SanDisk Extreme Series SD / microSD memory cards.

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2. Recommended Setting when Using the Edge Storage Function It is required to take caution on the setting for the video codec, etc., so the camera performance will not affect the recorded video when using the Edge Storage function. The following table is a guide for setting the video codec so the camera performance will not affect the recorded video. However, it still may affect the recorded video even if it is the recommended setting depending on the installed environment of the camera or the condition of the usage, so perform sufficient tests before starting the operation. A caution is also required since the maximum number of video that can be stored on the memory card is 500 due to the camera specification. As an example, if it is operated to record a video for 1 minute linked to motion detection, no more recording will be performed once the number of video has reached 500 unless “Overwrite” of Edge Storage is selected. To avoid this, select “Overwrite” of Edge Storage and adjust the pre-alarm and post-alarm time for the recording time. Refer to next “3. How to Use the Edge Storage Function” for details.

【 Recommended settings 】 ＊

The cell in this color is the target for recording

Image 1 Frame Code c Size Rate H.264 1280×720 10 H.264 1280×720 5 H.264 1280×720 30 Image1 Frame Code c Size Rate H.264 1280×720 10 H.264 1280×720 5 H.264 1280×720 30

Image 1 Frame Code c Size Rate H.264 1280×720 10 H.264 1280×720 5 H.264 1280×720 30

Image 1 Frame Code c Size Rate H.264 1280×720 10 H.264 1280×720 5 H.264 1280×720 30

Bit Rate 1000 512 2000

Wire d Lan / h ttp Image 2 Frame Code c Size Rate H.264 640×480 30 H.264 640×480 30 H.264 640×480 5

Bit Rate 1000 1000 256

B it Rate 1000 512 2000

Wirele ss Lan / h ttp Image 2 Frame Code c Size Rate H.264 640×480 30 H.264 640×480 30 H.264 640×480 5

B it Rate 1000 1000 256

B it Rate 1000 512 2000

Wire d Lan / h ttps Image 2 Frame Code c Size Rate H.264 640×480 30 H.264 640×480 30 H.264 640×480 5

B it Rate 1000 1000 256

B it Rate 1000 512 2000

Wire le ss Lan / h ttps Image 2 Frame Code c Size Rate H.264 640×480 30 H.264 640×480 30 H.264 640×480 5

B it Rate 1000 1000 256

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AAC 128k

L ive Session

ON ON ON

4 4 4

AAC 1 28 k

L ive Session

ON ON ON

2 2 2

AAC 128k

L ive Session

ON ON ON

1 1 1

AAC 128k

L ive Session

ON ON ON

1 1 1

【 Estimated recordable time 】 *

This is the recording time when the overwrite setting is turned off and performing constant recording.

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The recording time will differ depending on the used memory card or recording environment.

 constant recording at 12 hours a day Recommended settings Frame Code c Size Rate H.264 1280×720 10 H.264 1280×720 5 H.264 640×480 5

Estimated recordable time B it Rate 1000 512 256

4GB

8GB

16GB

32GB

18 hours 1.4 days 3 days

1.5 days

3 days

2.8 days

5.6 days

6 days

12 days

6 days 11.2 days 24 days

 constant recording at 24 hours a day Recommended settings Frame Code c Size Rate 1280×720 10 12 H.264 時間録画。 H.264 1280×720 5 H.264 640×480 5

Estimated recordable time B it Rate 1000 512 256

4GB

8GB

16GB

32GB

9 hours 17 hours 1.5 days

18 hours 1.4 days 3 days

1.5 days

3 days 5.6 days 12 days

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2.8 days 6 days

3. Using the Edge Storage Function There are 2 types of recording, constant recording that will continuously record to the memory card and event recording that will record based on the camera schedule or trigger input for the Edge Storage function. The setting methods for Edge Storage are described based on the recommended setting of the video codec for each of the recording method. Also, each memory card has a limited life span and the usage with constant recording affects the life span of a memory card more than the event recording, so it is recommended to operate with event recording.

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Formatting the memory card Use “SD Formatter” supplied by SD Association to format the memory card. 1.

Download the installer for “SD Formatter” from the SD Association Web site. URL：

https://www.sdcard.org/home

2.

Install “SD Formatter” into the computer.

3.

Read the memory card on the computer, start up “SD Formatter,” and click [Format].

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3-2. 1.

Setting the clock on the camera To synchronize with the computer Set the time setting in [Date & Time] of [System] to [Synchronize with PC], select appropriate time zone for [Time zone], and click [OK].

2.

To set the time manually Set the time setting in [Date & Time] of [System] to [Manual setting], select appropriate date/time, and click [OK].

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3-3.

Recording setting of Edge Storage (constant recording) 1.

2.

Open [Video codec] in [Video / Audio].

Set each setting item in accordance with the recommended setting on page 2 and click [OK]. Make sure to set the setting for [Image codec 3] to [Off].

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3.

Open [Schedule] and check that [Always] checkbox is selected for [Edge Storage movie].

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4.

Open [Edge Storage] menu in [Action output], and confirm and set the following items. ① [SD memory card]: Confirm the capacity of the memory card. ② [Overwrite]: Select the checkbox. ③ [Recording target]: Select either [Image 1] or [Image 2].

① ②

③

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5.

Open [Execution Condition] in [Action output], set the setting for [Edge Storage movie] to [Time triggered execution], and click [OK].

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This will complete the setting of the constant recording.

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3-4.

Recording setting of Edge Storage (presence sensor) This is the setting procedure to record when the presence sensor has detected. 1.

Open [Video codec] in [Video / Audio].

2. Set each setting item in accordance with the recommended setting on page 2 and click [OK]. Make sure that [Image 3] is set to [Off] at this time.

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3. Open [Edge Storage] menu in [Action output], and set the following items. ① [SD memory card] : Confirm the capacity of the memory card. ② [Overwrite] : Select the checkbox. ③ [Recording target] : Select either [Image 1] or [Image 2]. ④ [Pre-alarm period]: Set to [10 s]. ⑤ [Post-alarm period]: Set to [600 s].

① ②

③

④ ⑤

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4.

Open [Execution Condition] in [Action output], set the setting for [Edge Storage movie] to [Presence sensor], and click [OK].

5. This will complete the setting to record when the presence sensor has detected.

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3-5.

Recording setting of Edge Storage (compound condition) 1.

Open [Video codec] in [Video / Audio].

2. Set each setting item in accordance with the recommended setting on page 2 and click [OK]. Make sure that [Image 3] is set to [Off] at this time.

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3. Open [Motion detection] in [Action input], and set the parameters of motion detection. Caution 

Refer to setting “Motion Detection” of the User Guide for detailed setting method.

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The “presence sensor,”“camera disruption detection,” and “network disconnection” cannot be set simultaneously when setting multiple event conditions.

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4. Open [Edge Storage] menu in [Action output], and confirm and set the following items. ① [SD memory card]: Confirm that the size of the memory card is displayed. ② [Overwrite]: Select the checkbox. ③ [Recording target] : Select either [Image 1] or [Image 2]. ④ [Pre-alarm period]: Set to [10 s]. ⑤ [Post-alarm period]: Set to [600 s].

① ②

③

④ ⑤

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5.

Open [Event condition] in [Action input], set as follows, and click [OK]. Event condition 1：

1 or 2

1：

Presence sensor

2：

Motion detection

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6. Open [Execute Condition] in [Action output], set the setting for [Edge Storage movie] to [Event condition 1], and click [OK].

7. This will complete the setting to record when the presence sensor has detected or Motion detection is detected.

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4. Playback, Saving, and Deleting of Recorded Video Playback, saving, and deleting of the recorded video on the memory card is performed in the [Playback] window.

Search panel

List panel

Control panel

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1. The video recorded in the specified period is displayed in the [List panel] by specifying the start date ([Start]) and the end date ([End]) in the [Search panel] and clicking on the [Search] button.

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2. The selected video will be played back by selecting a file from the list and clicking on the (playback) button in the [Control panel].

3. The [Control panel] (details) is displayed by clicking on the

(details) button, allowing for

detailed controls such as specifying the playback position or playback range.

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4. To save the recorded video, select a video in the [List panel], and click on the [export] button. Then, a wizard for exporting is displayed, and click on the [Close] button. The saved video file is displayed by clicking on the folder icon in the [List panel]

5. To delete the recorded video, select a video in the [List panel], and click on the [Delete] button. Then, a Authentication window is displayed, so enter the user name and password, and click [OK].

6. Click [OK] in the confirmation window if it is OK to delete.

7. Click [Close] once the deleting is completed.

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