Canon network camera VBS31D User Manual

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Display Screens of Preset Setting Tool
(1) Video Display Area
The video currently captured by the camera is shown. 
Pan, tilt, and zoom operations are the same as in the 
Admin Viewer. For details, see “How to Operate the 
Viewer” (p. 124).
(2) [Switch Mouse Operation] button
Click the button to switch to . In this mode, move 
the mouse pointer to the video display area and click 
to operate the pan and tilt. Click the button again to 
return to .
(3) [Switch Screen Size] button
Each time this button is clicked, the screen size of the 
video display area switches between “480 x 270” and 
“960 x 540”.
(4) [Obtain/Release Camera Control] button
This button is used to obtain/release the camera 
control privileges. For details, see “Obtaining Camera 
Control Privileges” (p. 126).
(5) [Control for Admin] button
Displays the Control for Admin Panel (p. 117).
(6) [Panorama Screen] 
  
The panorama image registered in the camera is 
shown. A preset preview frame (yellow) reflecting the 
preset settings is shown, where you can drag to resize 
or move the frame and reflect the new frame in the 
preset settings. Also, if view restrictions are set, those 
areas are shown in a blue frame.
(7) [Preset/Home Position] selection box
Select the preset (from 1 to 20) or [Home Position] you 
want to set.
(8) [Quick Registration] 
Load the current camera position, and register them 
as preset settings.(9) [Preset Name]
You can enter a preset name of up to 64 characters. 
You can set a name in alphanumeric characters. Be 
sure to enter a single-byte alphanumeric preset name. 
When the [Home Position] is selected in (7), the preset 
name function is grayed out.
In a [Preset Name], ASCII characters (spaces or 
printable characters) can be used. 
(10)[Detailed Settings] 
  
Show the detailed settings. 
(10)-1 [Show in viewers] checkbox 
  
Select this checkbox to use presets in the 
viewer. When the [Home Position] is selected in 
(7), this function is grayed out.
(10)-2 Camera Parameter 
  
Enter the center angle of the desired angle in 
[Pan] and [Tilt]. In [Zoom], enter the view angle.
 Camera Angle
[Pan]...... Set the pan position of the camera.
[Tilt] ....... Set the tilt position of the camera.
[Zoom] ... Set the viewing angle of the camera.
 [BLC] (Back Light Compensation)
Select [OFF] or [ON] for the BLC setting of the 
camera.
The display is grayed out if [Smart Shade 
Control] is set to [Auto].
 [Focus Mode] 
Select [Auto], [Manual], or [Fixed at infinity] for 
the focus mode of the camera. (p. 135) 
Smart Shade Control]
Select [OFF], a level from [1] (Mild) to [7] 
(Strong) or [Auto] for the smart shade control 
setting of the camera. (p. 135)
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 [White Balance]
Set the white balance of the camera to [Auto] 
or according to the light source of the 
condition in which it is used. For details on 
light sources, see p. 43. 
 [R Gain], [B Gain]
If white balance is set to [Manual], set the 
respective gains to a value between 0 and 
1023.
(11)[Get camera info] 
  
Load the current camera angle of the video display 
area, or the [Focus] (VB-S30D only) and [Smart Shade 
Control] settings of Control for Admin (p. 117), and 
reflect them in the panorama screen or camera 
parameter settings.
(12)[Full Image]
Displays the full video obtained from the camera. A 
preset preview frame (yellow) reflecting the preset 
settings is shown. If you drag to resize or move the 
frame, the new frame is reflected in the preset 
settings.
(13)[Update Image]
Load the full video from the current camera to update 
the video.
(14)[Show in viewers] checkbox
Select this checkbox to use presets in the viewer. 
When home position is selected in (8), this function is 
grayed out.
(15)Camera Parameters
Displays the values for the pan and tilt positions and 
zoom viewing angle in accordance with the size and 
position of the preset preview frame on [Full Image].
(16)[Get Digital PTZ Info]
Load the current crop position of the video display 
area to reflect it in the preset preview frame in [Full 
Image] and the camera parameters. 
(17)[Preview settings] 
Preview camera parameter values that are being 
edited, in the video display area.
(18)[Clear settings] 
Delete the settings for the preset selected.
(19)[Restore settings] 
Clear the settings you have specified on the screen of 
the tool and restore the settings saved in the camera. 
(20)[Save settings] 
Save the edited preset settings in the camera.
If presets have been set, be sure to save the settings 
by clicking [Save settings].
Setting the Preset
Select presets or home position as needed for the 
operating environment or desired objectives. A preset can 
be set in the following ways.
„Setting from Camera Angle in the Video 
Display Area
Entry of a preset name (alphanumeric characters) is 
required.
„Use the preview frame of the panorama 
screen to set presets
 
Use the preview frame of the panorama screen to set 
presets. 
Be sure to enter the preset name. 
1Select the preset you want to set from the [Preset/Home 
Position] selection box, and then fill the [Preset Name] 
field. 
2Click the [Obtain/Release Camera Control] button to 
obtain the control privileges of the 
camera. 
3Operate the camera from the video display area, set it 
to the desired position and 
click [Quick Registration].
1Select the preset you want to set from the [Preset/Home 
Position] selection box, and then fill the [Preset Name] 
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If you click on the panorama screen, the preview 
frame will move to center on the clicked point.
The settings are reflected in the video display area.
If you previewed incorrect settings, etc., and want to 
restore the settings registered in the camera, click 
[Restore settings].
„Using the Digital PTZ Function to Set Presets
Use the Digital PTZ function to set part of the area that can 
be captured by the camera as a preset.
Be sure to enter the preset name.
If you click on the full video, the preview frame will 
move to center on the clicked position.
The settings are reflected in the video display area.
If you previewed incorrect settings, etc., and want to 
restore the settings registered in the camera, click 
[Restore settings]. 
2Click [Detailed Settings] and select the [Show in 
viewers] checkbox.
3Drag to move or resize the preset preview frame 
(yellow) shown on the panorama screen to set the 
preset. 
4Click [Preview settings].
5Click [Save settings].
1Select the preset you want to set from the [Preset/
Home Position] selection box, and then fill in the 
[Preset Name] field.
2Select the [Show in viewers] checkbox.
3Change the position or size of the preset preview 
frame (yellow) displayed on [Full Image] to set the 
preset position.
4Click [Preview settings].
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Note
Digital PTZ is a function for transmitting only the specified part of 
a camera video. Therefore, this function reduces the load on the 
network.
„Specifying Detailed Settings 
If you want to fine-tune the camera angle or to adjust the 
video, etc., click [Detailed Settings] and specify the 
detailed settings before saving the preset settings in the 
camera.
The camera parameters in the video display area are 
loaded to [Detailed Settings].
The settings are reflected in the preview frame on the 
panorama screen and the video display area. 
If you previewed incorrect settings, etc., and want to 
restore the settings registered in the camera, click 
[Restore settings].
Note
 Up to 20 presets can be set. 
 Changes to preset settings are not reflected in already 
connected viewers.
 You can disable presets in the viewer by clearing the [Show in 
viewers] checkbox under [Detailed settings]. 

 Preset positions cannot be set in the digital zoom area. 
1Select the [Show in viewers] checkbox.
2Click [Get camera info].
3Fine-tune the camera angle and adjust the video 
quality with focus (VB-S30D only) or smart shade 
control while checking the video.
4Click [Preview settings].
5Click [Save settings].
Important
 To use presets in the viewer, select the [Show in viewers] 
checkbox.
 Set presets again if the camera mounting conditions have 
been changed.
 Check preset settings again if the [Video] > [Video Size Set] 
settings on the Setting page have been changed.
  If [Manual] is selected in [Focus Mode], manually 
adjust the focus while checking the actual video in the video 
display area. After the focus has been adjusted, set the focus 
using [Get camera info]. Click [Save settings] to save the 
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Preset Tour 
Set a preset tour whereby the camera tours and monitors 
the multiple presets currently set. 
„[Preset Tour] Tab Display Screen
(1) [Preset Tour] selection box. 
Select when you want to perform a preset tour from 
the following options. 
[Not used]
Preset tour is not performed. 
[For Viewers]
Preset tour is performed when a camera is 
connected via the VB Viewer, etc. 
[Always]
Preset tour is always performed. 
(2) [Set Preset Tour Time] checkbox
This setting is enabled when [For Viewers] or [Always] 
is selected in (1). Select the checkbox to configure a 
preset tour at a predetermined time, and enter the 
start time and stop time for the preset tour.
(3) Tour schedule list
A list of presets set for preset tour. 
(4) [Up] / [Down] 
Select preset in the list and click [Up] or [Down] to 
change sequence of the tour schedule list. Presets 
tours are performed in order from the top of the list. 
(5) [Delete] 
Delete the preset selected from the tour schedule list.
(6) [Preset] selection box
Select the preset you want to add to the tour schedule 
list. 
(7) [Preview] 
The camera angle switches to the selected preset, 
and the new angle can be checked in the video 
display area.
(8) [Pause (sec)] 
Set the time at which the camera stops at the preset 
position.
You can set between 1 and 900 seconds in 1-second 
increments.
(9) [Add] 
Add the preset to the tour schedule list. (10)[Change] 
Change the speed or pause time for presets selected 
from the tour schedule list.
Note
 Preset tour is not performed while the camera is being 
controlled with viewers, Admin Tools, etc.
 Preset tour is not performed when control privileges are 
obtained by RM-Lite.
„Setting the Preset Tour
Select [For Viewers] or [Always]. 
Setting the preset tour time
Select the [Set Preset Tour Time] checkbox.
Enter values for [Start Time] and [End Time] to set the 
preset tour time.
The preset is registered in the tour schedule list. Up to 
20 presets can be registered. 
In [Pause (sec)], you can enter the number of 
seconds for the camera to remain stationary at the 
preset position.
When [Preview] is clicked, the camera angle switches 
to this preset, and the new angle can be checked in 
the video display area.
When you want to delete changes made to the tour 
schedule list and restore the settings registered in the 
camera, click [Restore settings].
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1Select the touring method from the [Preset Tour] 
selection box. 
2Select the preset number you want to add to the tour 
schedule from the [Preset] selection box, and then 
click [Add]. 
3Select a preset in the tour schedule list, and set the 
preset operation.
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When you complete setting the tour schedule list, click 
[Save settings]. The settings are saved in the camera. 
Note
The home position cannot be added to the tour schedule list. 
5Click [Save settings]. 
						

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Admin Tools
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This tool is used to set intelligent functions that perform uploads, notify the viewer, etc., if a change has occurred in the 
captured video due to movement of a subject. 
The intelligent functions can perform the following 6 types of detection. Use detection types that best serve your needs.
Intelligent Function Setting Tool
Admin Viewer
RM Viewer
Passing DetectionE-mail notification
Network
Video recording on 
storage serverUpload to FTP 
server/HTTP 
server Volume Detection Moving Object Detection
Removed Object Detection Abandoned Object DetectionCamera Camera Tampering Detection
Moving Object Detection
Detect moving objects. This function can be used to detect visitors or suspicious individuals. 
Moving object detection is triggered when moving objects are inside the detection area.
Moving object enters/
leaves area.
Background Video Generated
Alert
Change in Designated Area Analysis Moving Object DetectedDetection begins when a 
moving object enters the 
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Abandoned Object Detection
Detect objects that are carried in and abandoned for a certain amount of time. This function 
can be used to detect objects that have been left.
Abandoned object detection is triggered when an object is left in the detection area for a 
specified duration. 
Object abandoned.
Background Video Generated
Alert
Change in Designated Area Analysis Abandoned Object DetectedThe object is abandoned 
and detection begins 
after set time.
Removed Object Detection
Detect objects that are being removed. This function can be used to detect actions such as 
taking away valuables. 
Removed object detection is triggered when an object is removed from the detection area 
for a specified duration.
Picture has disappeared.
Background Video Generated
Alert
Change in Designated Area Analysis Object Removal DetectedThe picture (object) is 
removed and detection 
begins after set time.
Camera Tampering Detection
Detect when the capture is being obstructed. This function can be used to detect when the 
camera orientation is changed or the video display is obstructed with spray, etc. 
Camera tampering detection is triggered when an area exceeding the set ratio is 
continuously altered by an object, etc.
Tampering detected.
Background Video Generated
Alert
Video Area Changes Analysis Camera Tampering Detected
Detection begins when a portion 
of the video that exceeds the set 
ratio is continuously altered. 
						

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Caution
Notes on Use of This Camera
The intelligent functions are not suitable for applications where high reliability is required. If constant and maximum 
reliability is required for surveillance it is not recommended that you use this function. Canon shall assume no 
liability for any accident, loss or other undesirable outcomes resulting from intelligent function operations. 
Passing Detection
Detect when a person or moving object crosses a specified line.
It determines that an object is passing when the decision point of the object detection frame 
crosses a detection line.
Passing detected.
Background Video Generated
Alert
Video Area Changes
AnalysisPassing Detected
Detection begins when 
decision point of object 
crosses detection line.
Volume Detection
Detect specified volume levels. For setting details, see “Chapter 4Setting Page” [Event] > 
[Volume Detection] (p. 56). 
						

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Display Screen of Intelligent Function Setting Tool
(1) Video Display Area
The video currently captured by the camera is shown. 
Detection areas are shown in translucently colored 
frames (rectangular or polygonal) and the detection 
line is shown as a translucently colored polygonal line 
or line segment. Also, subjects for which movement 
has been detected are shown in a detection block 
and detection frame.
 
Pan, tilt, and zoom operations are the same as in the 
Admin Viewer. For details, see “How to Operate the 
Viewer” (p. 124).
However, when the (11) [Lock camera position] 
checkbox is selected, the camera is fixed at a preset 
position and cannot perform pan, tilt, and zoom 
operations.
(2) [Switch Mouse Operation] button   
Each time this button is clicked, the button switches 
between   and  , and the mouse operation in the 
video display area changes.
When the button is set to  , detection areas can be 
created/resized/moved. While in this mode, the 
camera orientation will not change.
When the button is set to   and the (11) [Lock 
camera position] checkbox is not selected, pan, tilt, 
and other operations can be performed. 
(3) [Switch Screen Size] button
Each time this button is clicked, the screen size of the 
video display area switches between “480 x 270” and 
“960 x 540”.
(4) [BLC] button
This button turns on/off backlight compensation. This 
control is effective when the video is dark due to 
backlight. (5) [Obtain/Release Camera Control] button
This button is used to obtain/release the camera 
control privileges. For details, see “Obtaining Camera 
Control Privileges” (p. 126). If camera control 
privileges have not yet been obtained elsewhere, 
such as in the Admin Viewer, the control privileges will 
be obtained the moment the Intelligent Function 
Setting Tool is launched.
(6) [Control for Admin] button
Show the Control for Admin Panel (p. 117).
(7) [Event Display]
Show the event display panel (p. 108).
(8) [Display Options] 
Select the [Detection Area/Line] or [Detection Results] 
you want to show in the video display area from the 
following items.
Selected Detection Settings Only] 
Show the detection areas/lines or detection results 
only for those detection settings selected in the 
[Detection Setting List].
 [All Detection Settings] 
Show the detection areas/lines or detection results 
for all detection settings in the [Detection Setting 
List].
 [Detection Settings of the Same Type] 
Show the detection areas/lines or detection results 
for the same type of detection settings as those 
selected in the [Detection Setting List].
 [Do not display] 
No detection areas/lines or detection results are 
shown.
(9) [Restart intelligent function] 
If the background video has changed while you were 
specifying settings or detection results are not as set, 
etc., click this button to restart the intelligent function.
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