This document is a user manual for a Motorola 2 Megapixel LPR Network Camera.
Function Description
The Motorola LPR Network Camera is designed for surveillance applications, particularly those requiring License Plate Recognition (LPR). It offers a range of features for monitoring, recording, and managing video surveillance. The camera supports various network configurations, allowing it to be integrated into different surveillance systems, including those with computers, NVRs (Network Video Recorders), hybrid DVRs, CMS/NVMS (Central Management System/Network Video Management System), and smart phones.
Key functionalities include:
- iCR auto switch, true day/night: Automatic switching between day and night modes for optimal image quality in varying light conditions.
- 3D DNR, WDR: 3D Digital Noise Reduction and Wide Dynamic Range for clear images in challenging lighting.
- BLC, Defog, Anti-flicker, smart IR, corridor mode: Backlight Compensation, Defogging, Anti-flicker, intelligent infrared illumination, and corridor mode for specialized viewing angles.
- ROI coding: Region of Interest coding to optimize bandwidth usage by focusing on critical areas.
- Abnormal video signal detection (scene change, video blur detection, video color cast detection), license plate recognition: Advanced video analytics for detecting unusual events and automatically recognizing license plates.
- Support mobile surveillance by smart phones with iOS and Android OS: Remote monitoring and control via mobile applications.
The camera is designed to be part of a larger surveillance system, capable of connecting to various network devices for comprehensive monitoring and data management.
Important Technical Specifications
The manual provides specifications for two models: 2MP ANPR Box Network Camera and 2MP LPR Bullet Network Camera. Key specifications common to both or highlighted for their importance include:
Image Sensor: 1/2.8" CMOS
Image Size: 1920×1080
Electronic Shutter: 1/25s~1/100000s
Iris Type: DC Iris
Min. Illumination:
- 2MP ANPR Box: 0.0026 lux@F1.2, AGC ON
- 2MP LPR Bullet: 0.0026 lux@F1.2, AGC ON, 0 lux with IR
Lens:
- 2MP ANPR Box: Color 0.0026 lux@F1.2, AGC ON
- 2MP LPR Bullet: 7~22mm@F1.4 (motorized), horizontal field of view: 103.4°~32.4°, 7~22mm@F1.4 (motorized), horizontal field of view: 44°~17.6°
Lens Mount:
- 2MP ANPR Box: CS
- 2MP LPR Bullet: OIC
Day/Night: ICR
WDR: 120dB
Digital NR: 3D DNR
Digital AN: 3D DNR
Video Compression: H.265S/H.265+/H.265/H.264S/H.264+/H.264/MJPEG
H.264 Type: Baseline profile/main profile/high profile
Video Bit Rate: 64Kbps~8Mbps
Resolution: 1080P (1920×1080), 720P (1280×720), D1, CIF, 480×240
Main Stream: 60Hz: 1080P/720P (1~30fps), 50Hz: 1080P/720P (1~25fps)
Sub Stream: 60Hz: 720P/D1/CIF/480×240 (1~30fps), 50Hz: 720P/D1/CIF/480×240 (1~25fps)
Third Stream: 60Hz: CIF/D1/480×240 (1~30fps), 50Hz: CIF/D1/480×240 (1~25fps)
Image Settings: BLC, HLC, Defog, Saturation, Brightness, Chroma, Contrast, Smart IR, Wide Dynamic, Sharpness, NR, etc. adjustable through client or web browser
ROI: Support
Network: RJ45
Audio: 1CH audio input; 1CH audio output
Reset: Yes
Storage: Built-in micro SD card storage slot, up to 128 GB
Alarm: 2CH Alarm input; 2CH Alarm Output (for ANPR Box), 1CH Alarm input, 1CH Alarm Output (for LPR Bullet)
USB: Yes
ABF: Yes (for ANPR Box)
Remote Monitoring: Web browser, CMS remote control
Online Connection: Support simultaneous monitoring for up to 10 users and multi-stream transmission
Network Protocol: IPv4, IPv6, UDP, DHCP, NTP, RTSP, PPPoE, DDNS, SMTP, FTP, SNMP, HTTP, HTTPS, 802.1x, QoS
Interface Protocol: ONVIF
Storage: Network remote storage, micro SD card storage
Smart Alarm: Motion detection, Sensor detection, SD card Full, SD card error, IP address conflict, cable disconnection, scene change detection, video blur detection, video color cast detection, ANPR
Power: DC12V/PoE
Power Consumption: < 6.5W (for ANPR Box), < 11W (for LPR Bullet)
Operating Environment: Temperature: -30°C~60°C; Relative Humidity: less than 95% (non-condensing)
Dimension (mm): 146.9×79×64 (for ANPR Box), 279.5×100.3×88.9 (for LPR Bullet)
Weight (net): Approx. 0.65KG (for ANPR Box), Approx. 1.1KG (for LPR Bullet)
Installation: Wall mounting; ceiling mounting
The device is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit, marked with 'Limited Power Source', LPS on unit, output rated minimum 12V/2 A or POE 48V/ 350mA or AC24V (depending on models), no more than 2000m altitude of operation and Tma=60 Deg.C. It complies with PoE function, the function of the ITE being investigated to IEC 60950-1 standard is considered not likely to require connection to an Ethernet network with outside plant routing, including campus environment and the ITE is to be connected only to PoE networks without routing to the outside plant.
Usage Features
The camera offers extensive configuration options through a web interface, allowing users to customize various settings to suit their surveillance needs.
Network Configuration:
- Access through IP-Tool: Allows direct access and modification of IP addresses and network parameters.
- Directly Access through IE: Users can access the camera's web interface directly via Internet Explorer by entering the camera's IP address.
- WAN Access: Supports access through a router or virtual server, and PPPoE dial-up.
- Static IP: Configuration for static IP addresses.
- Port Settings: Configuration of HTTP, HTTPS, Data, and RTSP ports.
- Server Configuration: Settings for server port and server address.
- DDNS: Dynamic DNS configuration for remote access.
- SNMP: Simple Network Management Protocol for network management.
- 802.1x: Network authentication settings.
- UPnP: Universal Plug and Play for automatic network configuration.
- Email: Email notification settings for alarms.
- FTP/HTTPS: Configuration for FTP server and HTTPS for secure communication.
- P2P (Optional): Peer-to-peer connection for easy access.
- QoS: Quality of Service settings for video/audio DSCP and manager DSCP.
Live View:
- Real-time monitoring: Displays live video feed with various control icons for zoom, focus, sensor alarm, motion alarm, abnormal color, snapshot, local recording, and license plate detection.
- Full screen mode: Allows double-clicking to enter/exit full screen.
- AZ control panel: Provides controls for zoom and focus adjustments.
System Configuration:
- Basic Information: Displays device name, product model, brand, software/kernel/hardware versions, Onvif version, structured version, OCX version, and MAC address.
- Date and Time: Synchronization with NTP server or computer time, and manual settings, including DST (Daylight Saving Time).
- Local Config: Configures storage paths for captured pictures and recorded videos on the local PC.
- Storage: Displays total picture/recording capacity, remaining space, snapshot quota, and video quota.
- Schedule Recording Settings: Allows setting up a recording schedule for different days and time ranges.
- Snapshot Settings: Configures image format, resolution, image quality, snapshot interval, and quantity.
Image Configuration:
- Display Interface: Adjusts brightness, contrast, hue, saturation, sharpness, noise reduction, defog, digital iris, BLC, HFR, antiflicker, smart IR, white balance, frequency, day/night mode, sensitivity, delay time, infra-red mode, exposure mode, gain limit, corridor pattern, image mirror, and image flip.
- Video/Audio Configuration: Sets main, sub, and third stream parameters including resolution, frame rate, bitrate type, video quality, and audio type.
- OSD Configuration: Overlays date, time, device name, and custom text on the video feed.
- Video Mask: Defines up to 4 zones to block out sensitive areas in the video.
- ROI Configuration: Sets regions of interest to optimize bitrates.
- Lens Control: For models with motorized zoom lens, allows zoom and focus adjustments.
- PTZ Configuration: For models with RS485 interface, allows PTZ protocol interface settings.
Alarm Configuration:
- Motion Detection: Configures alarm holding time, trigger snap, SD recording, email, and FTP. Allows setting sensitivity and defining motion detection areas.
- SD Card Full/Error: Triggers alarms when the SD card is full or encounters an error.
- IP Address Conflict: Triggers an alarm when an IP address conflict is detected.
- Cable Disconnection: Triggers an alarm if the network cable is disconnected.
- Alarm In/Out: Configures external alarm inputs and outputs, including alarm type, holding time, sensor name, and trigger actions.
- Alarm Server: Sets server address, port, heartbeat, and heartbeat interval for alarm notifications.
- Exception Settings: Configures alarms for scene change, video blur, video color cast detection, and ANPR.
- ANPR Settings: Configures license plate detection, comparison, and linkage settings, including detection area, blocked area, vehicle database, and alarm list.
Security Configuration:
- User Configuration: Manages user accounts, including adding, modifying, and deleting users, and setting user types (Administrator, Operator, Viewer).
- Online User: Displays currently logged-in users.
- Block and Allow Lists: Filters IP/MAC addresses for access control.
- Security Management: Enables "locking once illegal login" function to prevent brute-force attacks.
- Password Security: Sets password level (Weak, Medium, Strong) and expiration time.
Search:
- Image Search: Searches for images saved on the SD card or local PC.
- Video Search: Searches for videos recorded on the SD card or local PC.
Maintenance Features
The manual outlines several features for maintaining the camera's performance and ensuring its longevity.
Maintenance Configuration:
- Backup and Restore: Allows importing and exporting camera configurations (Network Config, Security Configuration, Image Configuration) to/from another camera or PC.
- Reboot: Provides options to reboot the device immediately or set a time interval for automatic reboots.
- Upgrade: Facilitates firmware upgrades by browsing for the upgrade file and starting the upgrade process.
- Operation Log: Displays a log of operations, including main type, sub type, start/end time, index, time, main type, sub type, user name, and login IP. Users can search, view, and export the operation log.
Troubleshooting:
- Forgot Password: Provides steps to reset the device to factory settings or restore default settings by IP-Tool.
- IE Browser Issues: Addresses network connectivity issues, IP address unavailability, web port number changes, and issues with downloading ActiveX controls.
- No Sound: Explains that audio input device may not be connected or audio function is not enabled.
General Safety and Usage Notes:
- Instruction Reading: Emphasizes reading the instruction carefully before using the product.
- Disassembly: Warns against attempting to disassemble the camera or remove screws/covers.
- Serviceable Parts: States that there are no user-serviceable parts inside.
- Damage Prevention: Advises against incorrect operation, shock, heavy pressing, or using corrosive detergent.
- Cleaning: Recommends using soft dry cloth to wipe dirt and hard contamination.
- Placement: Advises against aiming the camera directly towards extremely bright objects, such as the sun, as this may damage the image sensor.
- Image Reversal: Instructs to install the camera so that the image will not be reversed.
- Temperature/Humidity: Advises against operating in extreme temperatures or humidity.
- Heat Sources: Recommends keeping away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, etc.
- Airflow: Do not expose the product to direct airflow from an air conditioner.
- Manual Updates: Notes that the manual may be updated with new features or modifications.
- Trademarks: Mentions that Motorola and other related marks are trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC.
The manual also includes CE Information and RoHS compliance statements, indicating that the products comply with relevant EU directives regarding safety and the restriction of hazardous substances.
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