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HIKVISION DS-2CD21 Series User Manual

HIKVISION DS-2CD21 Series
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Network Camera
User Manual
V5.2.0
UD.6L0201D1514A01

Table of Contents

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HIKVISION DS-2CD21 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Image Sensor1/3" Progressive Scan CMOS
IR RangeUp to 30 m
Digital Noise Reduction3D DNR
Operating ConditionsHumidity 95% or less (non-condensing)
Impact ProtectionIK10
Camera TypeDome
Lens4mm@F2.0 (2.8mm, 6mm optional)
Angle of View (Horizontal)73.1° (4mm lens)
Angle of View (Vertical)53.4° (4mm lens)
Angle of View (Diagonal)89.9° (4mm lens)
Day & NightIR cut filter with auto switch
Video CompressionH.264
Bit Rate32 Kbps to 16 Mbps
Image SettingsSaturation, brightness, contrast adjustable
Communication Interface1 RJ45 10M/100M self-adaptive Ethernet port
ProtocolTCP/IP, HTTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, RTP, RTSP, PPPoE, SMTP, NTP, UPnP
Power SupplyPoE (802.3af)
Operating Temperature-30°C ~ 60°C (-22°F ~ 140°F)
WeightApprox. 520 g (1.1 lb)
Min. Illumination0 Lux with IR

Summary

Disclaimer Statement

Regulatory Information

FCC Information

Details compliance with FCC rules and conditions for device operation.

EU Conformity Statement

Outlines CE marking, Low Voltage, EMC, and RoHS directives compliance.

Safety Instruction

Warnings

Critical safety precautions to prevent serious injury or death from device misuse.

Cautions

Precautions to prevent potential injury or material damage if cautions are neglected.

Chapter 1 System Requirement

Chapter 2 Network Connection

2.1 Setting the Network Camera over the LAN

Connect and configure the network camera within a Local Area Network (LAN).

2.1.1 Wiring over the LAN

Illustrates cable connection methods for network cameras and computers.

2.1.2 Detecting and Changing the IP Address

Steps to find and modify the network camera's IP address for access.

2.2 Setting the Network Camera over the WAN

Connect and configure the network camera to a Wide Area Network (WAN).

2.2.1 Static IP Connection

Instructions for connecting the camera to a WAN using a static IP address.

2.2.2 Dynamic IP Connection

Connect and configure the camera to a WAN using a dynamic IP address.

Normal Domain Name Resolution

Configure DDNS for network access using a domain name provider.

Private Domain Name Resolution

Set up DDNS using an IP Server for private domain name resolution.

Chapter 3 Access to the Network Camera

3.1 Accessing by Web Browsers

Login procedure and interface details for accessing the camera via a web browser.

3.2 Accessing by Client Software

Guide to installing and using the iVMS-4200 client software for camera management.

Chapter 4 Wi-Fi Settings

4.1 Configuring Wi-Fi Connection in Manage and Ad-hoc Modes

Steps to connect the camera to a wireless network in managed or ad-hoc modes.

4.2 Easy Wi-Fi Connection with WPS Function

Simplified wireless connection setup using the WPS feature.

4.3 IP Property Settings for Wireless Network Connection

Configure IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway for wireless connections.

Chapter 5 Live View

5.1 Live View Page

Overview and description of the live view interface elements and controls.

5.2 Starting Live View

Procedure to initiate live view of the camera feed from the toolbar.

5.4 Operating PTZ Control

Controls for pan, tilt, zoom, and lens adjustments of the camera.

5.4.1 PTZ Control Panel

Interface for controlling camera PTZ movements and lens functions.

5.4.2 Setting / Calling a Preset

How to define and recall specific camera positions (presets).

5.4.3 Setting / Calling a Patrol

Configure and activate patrol sequences for the camera.

Chapter 6 Network Camera Configuration

6.1 Configuring Local Parameters

Set local parameters for live view, recorded files, and captured pictures.

6.2 Configuring Time Settings

Configure time synchronization and Daylight Saving Time (DST) settings.

6.3 Configuring Network Settings

Configure network parameters like TCP/IP, ports, PPPoE, DDNS, and SNMP.

6.3.1 Configuring TCP/IP Settings

Set up IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway for IPv4 and IPv6.

6.3.2 Configuring Port Settings

Set HTTP, RTSP, HTTPS, and server port numbers for camera access.

6.3.3 Configuring PPPoE Settings

Configure PPPoE settings for network connection, requiring ISP-provided credentials.

6.3.4 Configuring DDNS Settings

Configure Dynamic DNS (DDNS) for network access using various providers.

6.3.5 Configuring SNMP Settings

Configure SNMP for camera status monitoring and remote management.

6.3.6 Configuring 802.1X Settings

Secure camera data and user authentication using IEEE 802.1X standard.

6.3.7 Configuring QoS Settings

Optimize network performance by prioritizing data sending with QoS settings.

6.3.8 Configuring UPnP™ Settings

Enable UPnP™ for seamless network device compatibility and simplified network implementation.

6.3.9 Email Sending Triggered by Alarm

Configure email notifications for detected alarm events like motion detection.

6.3.10Configuring NAT (Network Address Translation) Settings

Configure NAT for port mapping, either automatically or manually.

6.3.11Configuring FTP Settings

Configure FTP server settings for uploading captured pictures.

6.3.12 Platform Access

Manage devices via EZVIZ Cloud P2P platform for remote access.

6.3.13HTTPS Settings

Configure HTTPS settings to secure communication and protect against Man-in-the-middle attacks.

6.4 Configuring Video and Audio Settings

Configure video and audio parameters, including stream types, resolution, and encoding.

6.4.1 Configuring Video Settings

Adjust video stream settings like resolution, bitrate, frame rate, and encoding.

6.4.2 Configuring Audio Settings

Configure audio encoding, input, volume, and noise filter settings.

6.4.3 Configuring ROI Encoding

Optimize video quality by allocating more resources to specific regions of interest.

6.4.4 Display Info. on Stream

Enable dual-VCA retrieval cooperation with NVR for playback.

6.5 Configuring Image Parameters

Adjust image quality settings like brightness, contrast, and sharpness.

6.5.1 Configuring Display Settings

Set image quality parameters including brightness, contrast, saturation, and sharpness.

6.5.2 Configuring OSD Settings

Customize camera name and time displayed on the screen (On-Screen Display).

6.5.3 Configuring Text Overlay Settings

Add custom text overlays to the live video feed.

6.5.4 Configuring Privacy Mask

Cover specific areas of the live video to prevent unauthorized viewing or recording.

6.5.5 Configuring Picture Overlay

Overlay a custom picture, such as a logo, onto the camera's image.

6.6 Configuring and Handling Alarms

Configure alarm events like motion detection and set linkage actions.

6.6.1 Configuring Motion Detection

Set up motion detection areas and sensitivity to trigger alarm actions.

6.6.2 Configuring Video Tampering Alarm

Configure the camera to trigger alarms when the lens is covered or obstructed.

6.6.3 Configuring Alarm Input

Configure alarm input channels, types, and arming schedules.

6.6.4 Configuring Alarm Output

Configure alarm output channels, delay times, and schedules.

6.6.5 Handling Exception

Manage camera exceptions like HDD full, network disconnection, or IP conflicts.

6.6.6 Configuring Face Detection

Enable and configure face detection features for identifying individuals in video feeds.

6.6.7 Configuring Audio Exception Detection

Detect abnormal audio events like sudden sound changes or input exceptions.

6.6.8 Configuring Line Crossing Detection

Set up detection zones for people or objects crossing a defined line.

6.6.9 Configuring Intrusion Detection

Define intrusion areas to trigger alarms when specific zones are entered.

6.6.10Configuring Defocus Detection

Detect image blur caused by lens defocus and trigger alarm actions.

6.6.11Configuring Scene Change Detection

Detect changes in the surveillance environment, like camera rotation or tampering.

6.7 VCA Configuration

Configure Video Content Analysis (VCA) features like behavior analysis and face capture.

6.7.1 Behavior Analysis

Analyze suspicious behavior and trigger linkage methods when alarms are detected.

6.7.2 Face Capture

Capture faces and extract character information like age, gender, and accessories.

6.7.3 Heat Map

Analyze visitor times and dwell times using graphical heat map representations.

6.7.4 People Counting

Calculate the number of people entering or leaving a configured area.

Chapter 7 Storage Settings

7.1 Configuring NAS Settings

Configure network-attached storage (NAS) for storing recorded files and logs.

7.2 Configuring Recording Schedule

Configure scheduled recording parameters, including pre-record and post-record times.

7.3 Configuring Snapshot Settings

Configure scheduled and event-triggered snapshots, including FTP upload.

Chapter 8 People Counting

People Counting Configuration

Configure the area and parameters for counting people entering or leaving.

People Counting Statistics

View and export people counting statistics reports (daily, weekly, monthly, annual).

Chapter 9 Playback

Playback Interface

Navigate and view recorded video files stored on network disks or SD cards.

Chapter 10 Log Searching

Log Searching Interface

Search and filter log files for operations, alarms, and exceptions.

Chapter 11 Others

11.1 Managing User Accounts

Create, modify, and delete user accounts with different permission levels.

11.2 Authentication

Secure live view stream data using RTSP and Web authentication methods.

11.3 Anonymous Visit

Enable or disable anonymous access, allowing visits without user name or password.

11.4 IP Address Filter

Control access by allowing or forbidding specific IP addresses.

11.5 Security Service

Enable Telnet and SSH for secure remote login and data communication.

11.6 Viewing Device Information

View detailed device information such as model, serial number, and firmware version.

11.7 Maintenance

Perform maintenance tasks like rebooting, restoring defaults, and managing configuration files.

11.7.1 Rebooting the Camera

Procedure to restart the network camera device.

11.7.2 Restoring Default Settings

Reset the camera's settings to factory defaults.

11.7.3 Exporting / Importing Configuration File

Save and load camera configuration settings for batch configuration or backup.

11.7.4 Upgrading the System

Update the camera's firmware to the latest version.

11.8 RS-232 Settings

Configure RS-232 port parameters for device management or transparent channel communication.

11.9 RS-485 Settings

Configure RS-485 serial port parameters for PTZ control.

11.10 Service Settings

Configure hardware services like IR LED, Auto Back Focus, and Auto Defog.

Appendix 1 SADP Software Introduction

Description of SADP V 2.0

Introduction to SADP software for searching and modifying network device parameters.

Appendix 2 Port Mapping

WAN Connection Type Configuration

Select WAN connection type (e.g., PPPoE, Static IP) on the router.

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