Lumens VC-BC701P 4K UHD Box Camera User Manual

Lumens VC-BC701P 4K UHD Box Camera

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• To fully explain or describe how this product should be used, this manual may refer to names of other products or companies without any intention of infringement.
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Safety Instructions

Always follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the product:

Operation

• Please use the product in the recommended operating environment.
• Do not place the product in a tilted position.
• Do not place the product on an unstable trolley, stand or table.
• Do not use this product near water or sources of heat.
• Use attachments only as recommended.
• Use the type of power source indicated on the product. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your distributor or local electricity company for advice.
• Always take the following precautions when handling the plug. Failure to do so may result in sparks or fire:
  • Ensure the plug is free of dust before inserting it into a socket.
  • Ensure that the plug is inserted into the socket securely.
• Do not overload wall sockets, extension cords or multi-way plug boards to avoid potential risks.
• Do not block the slots and openings in the case of the product. They provide ventilation and prevent the product from overheating.
• Except as specifically instructed in this User Manual, do not open or remove covers, otherwise it may expose you to dangerous voltages and other hazards. Refer all servicing to licensed service personnel.
• Unplug the product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to licensed service personnel when the following situations happen:
  • If the power cords are damaged or frayed.
  • If liquid is spilled into the product or the product has been exposed to rain or water.

Installation

• For security considerations, please make sure the standard hanging rack you bought is in line with UL or CE safety approbations and installed by technician personnel approved by agents.

Storage

• Do not place the product where the cord can be stepped on as this may result in fraying or damage to the lead or the plug.
• Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots. Never allow liquid of any kind to spill into the product.
• Unplug this product during thunderstorms or if it is not going to be used for an extended period.
• Do not place this product or accessories on top of vibrating equipment or heated objects.

Cleaning

• Unplug all the cables before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

Remote control (if the accessories are equipped with remote control)

• Using an incorrect battery type in the remote control may result in a breakdown. Follow local instructions on how to dispose of used batteries.

Precautions
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. If the HD camera will not be used for an extended time, unplug it from the power socket.

FCC Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, under part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Notice: The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

IC Warning
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of Industry Canada.

EN55032 (CE Radiation) Warning
Operation of this equipment in a residential environment could cause radio interference.

Package Contents

Function Introduction

I/O functions Introduction

PoE power supply support
4.| HDMI output| The factory output resolution is 4K/30. Please make sure that the connected display device supports 4K resolution
5.| RS232 output| RS232 output port. At most 7 cameras can be connected in a serial connection
6.| RS232 input| RS232 input port. At most 7 cameras can be connected in a serial connection
7.| DC 12 V power connector| AC power supply connecting port
8.| Power indicator light| After power is on, the indicator light will display in red
9.| Audio input| Support Line In / Mic In
10.| Audio output| Support 3.5 mm audio input
11.| Tripod screw holes| The camera is mounted on a (specification) 1/4”, 20 UNC tripod deck or installed on VC-WM11 (optional)
12| Locating holes| Ø5; depth 2 mm
13| Reset button| Hold the button to reset the camera settings

Tally Indicator Light Function Description
The Tally light function may be enabled through the control of the RS232 command. Please refer to the VC-BC701P RS-232 command set document

Instruction for installation

Basic Devices

1. VC-BC701P size
   Length x Width x Height: 169 x 67.0 x 67.0 mm
   Weigh: 0.5 Kg

2. Installation method

3. Wall-mounted frame: The camera is installed on the wall, using Lumens VC-WM11 (optional) wall-mounted frame.

4. Tripod: The camera is mounted on a 1/4”, 20 UNC PTZ tripod deck.

Connecting devices

1. HDMI connection to TV/display screen

2. Connecting to Internet

   For details of web page connection setting and description, please refer to Chapter 5 Network Function Settings Description.

3. Connecting AUDIO IN

4. Connecting RS-232

   • RS-232 serial connection
     With RS-232 in/out, at most 7 Lumens cameras can be connected

Network Function Settings Description

Web System Requirements

• Web Browser:
  • Internet Explorer 11 or above
  • Firefox 66.0.3 or above
  • Chrome 73 or above
  • Edge 42.17134 or above
  • Safari 12.1 or above

Connecting Camera to Network

• Connecting to Internet
  Two common connection methods are shown below

1. Connecting via switch or router![Lumens-VC-BC701P-4K-UHD-Box- \(12\)](https://manuals.plus/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lumens-VC-BC701P-4K-UHD-Box-12.png)
2. If the camera is connected to the computer directly, the computer IP address must be modified to have the same network segment as the camera  

For example, the factory-preset default IP address of VC-BC701P is 192.168.100.100. The computer IP address must be set with the same subnet, such as 192.168.100.101 so that the computer can be connected correctly with the camera

  *  **Change network settings![Lumens-VC-BC701P-4K-UHD-Box- \(14\)](https://manuals.plus/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lumens-VC-BC701P-4K-UHD-Box-14.png)**

Using Lumens VMS Software to View the Images

• The VC-BC701P DHCP initial setting is ON. If VC-BC701P is connected to the local area network (LAN), the camera IP can be retrieved via the following methods
• Install Lumens VMS software (Please download from the Lumens official website, http://www.mylumens.com/support)
  • Open LUMENS VMS software
  • Search for the camera: Press [automatically search for the device] button to locate the VC-BC701P camera
  • Click VC-BC701P in the list and start operation after connecting to the network
    < Note> When using automatic search, the camera and computer must be in the same network segment, e.g.: 192.168.4.X

Using the Browser to View the Images

• Open the browser, and enter the URL of VC-BC701P in the IP address bar e.g.: http://192.168.100.100 (default IP address)
• Enter the administrator’s account and password Account: admin (Default) Password: 9999 (Default)
  < Remark> For a first-time login, please refer to 5.3.3 Account Management to change the default password.

Using RTSP Player to View the Images
Besides the browser and VMS, other free software also can be used for RTSP connection, such as VLC、Quick Time、PotPlayer and other free software
RTSP connection address formats are as follows:

• RTSP Stream 1 => rtsp://camera IP:8554/hevc
• RTSP Stream 2 => rtsp://camera IP:8557/h264
• RTSP Stream 3=> rtsp://camera IP:8556/h264

If password authentication is enabled, the RTSP connection address is as follows:

• RTSP Stream 1
  rtsp://Username: Password@VC IP address: port/hevc

• RTSP Sub1/ Sub2 Streaming
  rtsp://Username: Password@VC IP address: port/h264

• To enable password authentication function, please refer to 5.3.9 Setting-Network
  Example: Open VLC software and input the URL: rtsp://192.168.100.150:8557/h264

Web Page Function Description

1. Login Screen****
   

   No| Item| Function Descriptions
   1| Username| Enter user account name (default: admin)
   2| Password| Enter user password (default: 9999)

< Remark> For a first-time login, please refer to 5.3.3 Account Management to change the default password

3| Language selection| Currently, the system supports English, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese
4| Remember password| Save user account name and password to the browser. When you login next time, there is no need to re-enter them
5| Login| Log into the administrator screen on the website
2. Viewing In Real Time****

No| Item| Function Descriptions
1| Preset setting| Select the number first and then select SAVE or LOAD
2| Zoom ratio| Adjust the zoom-in or zoom-out ratio via scroll bar
3| Preview window| Display the screen currently captured by the camera
4| Switch to Full Screen| Switch the preview window to full screen
5| Power button| Turn on or turn off the camera power
3. Account Management****

No| Item| Function Descriptions
1| Add user account| Enter a username and password to add a new user
2| Permission setting| Set the new account management permissions
3| Applying setting| Add the newly created user to the account list
4| List of accounts| Edit: Modify the user password and permissions Delete: Delete the user account
4. Setting-System Setting****

No| Item| Function Descriptions
1| Resolution| Set the resolution of the camera. Resolutions supported by the camera are as follows:

3840x2160P 60/ 59.94/ 50/ 30/ 29.97/ 25 fps

1080P 60/ 59.94/ 50/ 30/ 29.97/ 25 fps

720P 60/ 59.94/ 50/ 30/ 29.97/ 25 fps

1080i 60/ 59.94/ 50 fps

After switching to the resolution, the camera will restart. Please refresh the browser

2| Output signal| According to the output resolution, selections are available for HDMI output, streaming output, or HDMI + streaming output. For output signals supported by different resolution, please refer to the following table:| Resolution| Available output modes
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3840×2160 60/ 59.94/ 50| HDMI or streaming single output
3840×2160 30/ 29.97/ 25| Simultaneous HDMI and streaming outputs
1080p 60/ 59.94/ 50/ 30/ 29.97/ 25
720p 60/ 59.94/ 50/ 30/ 29.97/ 25
1080i 60/ 59.94/ 50
3| HDMI Format| Select YUV422, YUV420 or RGB

< Remark>YUV420 is only available for these two resolutions, 3840×2160/ 59.94p and 3840×2160/ 50p and remains in display mode for all other resolutions

4| Overlay| Set the stream to display “date and time” or “custom content” and to display “location”

< Remark>“Custom Content” supports up to 30 characters

5. Setting-Video****
   

   No| Item| Function Descriptions
   1| Camera ID| Modify the camera name

n   Camera names are limited to 1-12 characters

n   Please use a camera name by mixing uppercase and lowercase letters and numbers. Do not use “/” and “space” or special symbols

< Note> Modifying this field will modify the Onvif device name synchronously

2| Location| Modify the location of the camera, such as Meeting Room 1

n   Camera locations are limited to 1-11 characters

n   Please use a camera name by mixing uppercase and lowercase letters and numbers. Do not use “/” and “space” or special symbols

< Note> Modifying this field will modify the Onvif device location synchronously

3| Streaming 1 / Streaming 2 / Streaming 3| VC-BC701P supports 3 streaming outputs. Please refer to _5.3.5.1 Streaming Parameter Setting _for relevant settings
4| Open streaming| Confirm the streaming function

1. Streaming parameter setting
   Function| Streaming 1| Streaming 2| Streaming 3
   ---|---|---|---
   Encode Format| H.265| H.264
   Resolution| 4K /1080P / 720P| 1080P / 720P/ 1080i| D1
   Frame rate| Setting according to the supported resolution

< Remark> Only supports 59.94/ 50 when the stream 2’s resolution is 1080i

< Remark> Only supports 15 / 25 when the resolution is 1080i

6. Setting-Camera****
   

   No| Item| Function Descriptions
   1| Zoom ratio| Adjust the zoom-in or zoom-out ratio via scroll bar
   2| Exposure|

n Mode: Select exposure mode (Automatic/Shutter Priority/Aperture Priority/Manual )

n  Exposure Comp. Level: Select exposure compensation level

n  Gain: The gain limit is adjustable when the exposure mode is set to “Manual”

n  Iris: The size of aperture is adjustable when the exposure mode is set to “Manual” or “Aperture Priority”

n  WDR: Set the level of wide dynamic range (WDR) in order to obtain better images

n  Shutter Speed: The shutter speed is adjustable when the exposure mode is set to “Manual” or “Shutter Priority”

3| White balance|
|  | n  Mode: Select the color temperature mode

•   Auto

•   Indoor

•   Outdoor

•   One Push WB

•   ATW

•   Manual

•   Sodium Lamp

•   3000K/ 4300K/ 5000K/ 6500K/ 8000K

n  Open Push Trigger: One push color temperature is adjustable

when the white balance mode is set to “One Push Trigger”

n  Manual Red/Blue: Manually adjust blue/red color temperature

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4| Focus|

n Mode: Select manual/automatic focus

n  Focus Range: The focusing range is adjustable when the focus mode is set to “Manual”

n  AF Sensitivity: Set automatic focus sensitivity

n  AF Frame: Set automatic focus range

n  Zoom Tracking: The focus can be set during lens zooming in

Manual Focus mode

n  Smart AF: Turn on this function and AF will mainly focus on the face

n  Preset AF: Set whether to perform auto focus after Preset

n  One Push AF: When the manual focus mode is on, click the button to perform one auto focus

5| Mirror|

n  Mirror: Set automatic flip mode

•   Off

•   Mirror

•   Flip

•   Mirror + Flip

6| Tally Light|
| | n  Enable/ Disable Tally Light

n  Tally CMMD Mode: Set whether the indicator light is linked with RS232 command

•   General (Not linked): The indicator light switch and mode shall be set separately.

-When the indicator light is on and the default mode is off, additional command is required to set the indicator light mode

-Setting the indicator light mode when the indicator light is off will not trigger the indicator light

•   Link:

-When the indicator light is on, the default mode is red light

-Setting the indicator light mode when the indicator light is off will turn on the indicator light

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7| D-Zoom Limit|

Set the D-Zoom Limit, x1-x12

8| IQ Sync|

Set IQ main synchronized device

Available when “Exposure” and “White Balance” is set to “Auto” mode

(Currently it’s the beta version. Please refer to Web Page

Firmware Update Information for the official version release schedule.)

7. Setting-Picture****
   

   No| Item| Function Descriptions
   1| Picture effect| Set picture effect, Off / Film / Black and White
   2| 2D noise reduction settings| 2D noise reduction settings
   3| 3D noise reduction settings| 3D noise reduction settings
   4| Image mode| The user may customize his/her desired image mode
   5| Image mode load| When no custom setting is needed, reset the picture parameters back to the factory default by selecting this item
   6| Gamma| Gamma Level adjustment; Adjustable when the image mode is set to Custom
   7| Brightness| Brightness adjustment; Adjustable when the image mode is set to Custom
   8| Contrast| Contrast adjustment; Adjustable when the image mode is set to Custom
   9| Saturation| Saturation adjustment; Adjustable when the image mode is set to Custom
   10| Sharpness| Adjust the sharpness of the image

8. Setting-Audio****
   

   No| Item| Function Descriptions
   1| Open audio| Turn on / off sound
   2| Audio In Type| Set MIC In / Line In
   3| Audio Volume| Adjust Volume
   4| Audio Delay| Turn on / off Audio Delay
   5| Audio Delay Time| Set the audio delay time (-1~-500ms)
   6| Encode Type| AAC / G.711
   7| Encode Sample Rate| Set Encode sample rate

•              48 KHz(AAC)

•              44.1 KHz(AAC)

•              16 KHz(AAC)

•              16 KHz(G.711)

•              8 KHz(G.711)

9. Setting-Network****
   

   No| Item| Function Descriptions
   1| Network| Network setting of camera. Change of setting is available only when DHCP function is closed.
   2| RTMP Setting| Copy the RTMP web address provided by the RTMP service platform and paste it to the RTMP connection address to publish the camera images on the RTMP service platform

< Remark>To upload to YouTube for live streaming, please see _5.3.8 Setting – Audio _to turn on the audio function first

3| RTSP Setting| n  Enable/Disable Multicast.

It is suggested to enable Multicast when the number of users online watching the live image simultaneously is more than 4

n  Enable/Disable Password Authentication

•   RTSP connection format can be found in _5.2.4 Using RTSP  Player to View the Images_

•   The username/password is the same as the web login password of the camera, please refer to 5.3.3 Account Management to

add/modify account information

4| MPEG-TS Setting| The port number must be set in the range above 1024 with a maximum value of 9999

< Remark> The following port has been used by the camera. Setting of the port may not connect correctly

8554, 8556, 8557, 8080, 9090, 1935

5| SRT Setting| 1.     Set the field of SRT and then check the item to open SRT streaming After the SRT streaming is opened, it will be connected automatically upon startup

2.     The port number must be set in the range above 1024 with a maximum value of 9999

The following port number has been used by the camera. Setting of the port number may not connect correctly

8554/ 8557/ 8556/ 8555/ 1935

3.     Delay time is for 20 to 8,000 microseconds. The default value is 120 microseconds

6| SNTP / Port Setting| n   SNTP Setting: Set SNTP Server IP

n   Port Setting: Set HTTP port. The default Port value is 80 Port Setting: Set HTTP port. The default Port value is 81

< Remark> Change of setting is available only when DHCP function of camera is closed

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10. Setting-Time**
**

No| Item| Function Descriptions
1| Camera Time| Display the date and time of the camera
2| Set the Time| n   Set Manually: Set time manually

n   Synchronize with computer time: Set the camera time according to the computer time

n   Synchronize with SNTP server: Set the camera time synchronously with the SNTP server

< Remark> SNTP server address: Please change in network setting

11. Setting-Maintenance – Upgrading Firmware**
    **

    No| Item| Function Descriptions
    1| Firmware Update| The camera firmware may be upgraded via web page. For the upgrade method, please download the FW upgrade manual from Lumens website

12. Setting-Maintenance – Incident Log****
    

    No| Item| Function Descriptions
    1| Event Logs| If the camera encounters errors, an error code log will be established

< Remark> When an error code appears, the user may try to clear and confirm if the error will repeat itself

13. Setting-Maintenance – Security****
    

    No| Item| Function Descriptions
    1| 802.1x Setting| Enable/ disable 802.1x protocol, and configure settings when enabled

< Remark> The router must support 802.1x protocol to enable

this feature

14. Setting-Maintenance – System Service****
    

    No| Item| Function Descriptions
    1| Reset to the default value| Select the reset button to resume the factory default setting as the web page setting
    2| Setting File| The web page setting parameters can be exported from the computer and imported/applied to another camera
    3| Communication protocol related

settings

| Communication protocol related settings for the use of connecting RS-232/ RS-422 communication
15. Setting-Maintenance – Reboot**
**

No| Item| Function Descriptions
1| Reboot| Reboot immediately
2| Disable| Disable the reboot settings
3| Daily Reboot| Set the daily reboot time

< Remark> Please go to Setting – Time to complete the SNTP server synchronization to set daily reboot

4| Timing Reboot| Set the timing reboot time
16. About**
**

No| Item| Function Descriptions
1| Camera ID| Display the camera name
2| Firmware Version| Display the firmware version of the camera
3| Detail Information| Display firmware version-related information
4| Serial Number| Display the camera serial No.
5| Uptime| Displaying the running time of the camera (the timing of standby continues; the time will be reset when the camera is rebooted or turned off)

Troubleshooting

This chapter describes problems you may encounter while using VC-BC701P. If you have questions, please refer to related chapters and follow all the suggested solutions. If the problem still occurred, please contact your distributor or the service center.

1.

| Boot without power signal| 1.  Make sure you have plugged in the power cord.

2.  When using a PoE connection, ensure that the power supply supports IEEE 802.3af hubs

2.| There is no image output from VC-BC701P| 1.  Check the power supply or PoE supply functions.

2.  Confirm the output signals are in streaming output.

3.  If the camera is connected to a monitor, confirm the monitor equipment supports 4K output

4.  Replace the cables and make sure they are not faulty.

3.

| VC-BC701P image is severely delayed| Please use 4K, 1080p or 720p 60/50 Hz signals rather than 25/30 Hz signals.

4.

| RS-232 cannot be controlled| 1.   Confirm the connection is correct (RS-232 Input / Output)

2.   Please make sure the Baud rate setting is the same as the control equipment

5.

| Whether the Internet can be used for operation| Please refer to _Chapter 5 Network Function Description _for the Internet usage

6

|

The ONVIF software cannot find the machine

| Please go to Setting – Video – Camera Location in the webpage and make sure that the ID is only made up of English letters or numbers. The ONVIF software cannot find the machine if you use

special characters and space.

7

| Tally light is not working when applying RS232

setting

| Please go to Setting – Camera – Tally Light in the webpage to check if the function is on.

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information

• Manufacturer: Lumens Digital Optics Inc.
• Product Name: VC-BC701P
• Model Number: UHD Box Camera

Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information

• Supplier: Lumens Integration, Inc. 4116 Clipper Court, Fremont, CA 94538, United States
• e-mail: [email protected]

FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions : (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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