Canon network camera VBM720F User Manual

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Network Camera
Network Camera
Operation Guide
Be sure to read this User Manual before using the network camera. 

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Thank you for purchasing a Canon Network Camera (hereafter referred to as the camera)*. 
This “Operation Guide” explains the camera settings and operations. Read this guide carefully before using the camera to 
ensure correct use. Also, be sure to read the files in the LICENSE folder on the Setup CD-ROM.
For the latest information on this product (firmware and included software, user manuals, operating environment, etc.), 
please refer to the Canon Web Site.
* The cameras described in this manual may...

Introduction
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Trademark Notice
 Canon and the Canon logo are registered trademarks 
of Canon Inc. 
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Internet Explorer, 
Windows 
Server, Windows Media and ActiveX are 
trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft 
Corporation in the United States and other countries.
 Windows is legally recognized as the Microsoft Windows 
Operating System. 
 This product comes with exFAT, a licensed file system 
technology from Microsoft.
 QuickTime is a trademark of Apple Inc....

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Open Source Software
The product (camera and included RM-Lite) contains Open 
Source Software modules. For details, please refer to 
“ThirdPartySoftware-E.pdf” (Third-Party Software License) in 
the Open-SourceSoftware folder in the LICENSE folder on 
the Setup CD-ROM. Each modules license conditions are 
also available in the same folder. 
Software under GPL and LGPL
If you would like to obtain the source code under GPL/
LGPL, please contact us at [email protected]
 and 
provide the following...

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User Manuals
The following describes the different camera user 
manuals.
In the Setup CD-ROM, the recording software RM-Lite 
(“RM-Lite” in “Chapter1 Before Use”) is also included. The 
following user manuals are available. 
How to Use This Operation Guide
The assumed reading format of this user manual is on a 
PC screen.
Software Screenshots
The software screenshots shown in these user manuals 
are illustrative samples only. The screenshots may differ 
from the actual screens displayed. 
Screenshots...

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The following items must be observed when using the camera.
If they are not observed, injury, death and/or property damage may occur. Read the following information carefully and 
observe the instructions without fail.
Important Warnings
Safety Precautions
Caution
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO 
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). 
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER 
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The AC adapter (sold separately) can be connected to 
the camera from a standard AC...

Safety Precautions
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Precautions for Use Precautions for Use of the Camera Angle Setting Tool
Precautions for Use of Built-In Camera Functions and 
Included Software
Notes on Cleaning
 Warning 
 If you discover defective conditions such as smoke, 
strange sounds, heat or strange odors, immediately 
stop using the camera and contact your nearest 
dealer. 
Continued use of the product may cause fire or electric 
shock. 
 If thunder starts, stop installation or inspection etc. 
and do not touch the camera...

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Maintenance
Turn off the power before cleaning the camera. 
„Cleaning of Exterior
1 Dampen a soft cloth with water or diluted neutral 
detergent and wipe away the grime gently. 
2 Wipe with a dry cloth. 
„Cleaning of Lens
Use a commercial lens cleaner to remove grime on the 
lens surface. 
 Auto focus may not work properly if the 
lens surface is dusty or dirty.
 Be aware that scratches on the lens surface may result 
in poor image capture. 
„Cleaning of Front Cover, Dome Case, or 
Dome Housing
Grime...

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Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................................. 2
Disclaimer ............................................................................................................................... 2
Notes on Network Security ......................................................................................................2...

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Searching for Cameras and Setting up Networks................................................................. 28
Set the Password, Date and Time, Camera Name and Video .............................................. 29
Registering Camera’s IP Address to Trusted Sites ............................................................... 30
Access the Top Page of the Camera to Check Video ............................................... 31
Access the Top Page from Camera Management Tool...