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Troubleshooting
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If you suspect a problem is being caused by incorrect configuration or some other minor
problem, consult the troubleshooting guide below.
Upgrading the Firmware
Firmware is software that determines the functionality of the network camera. One of your
first actions when troubleshooting a problem should be to check the current firmware. The
latest version may contain a correction that fixes your particular problem. The current
firmware version in your camera is displayed on the Basic Configuration or About menus
screens. For the latest firmware of the camera, please contact your supplier.
Detailed instructions on how to perform the upgrade process are provided with each new
release. See also the
Maintenance
/ Upgrade for more information.
General Troubleshooting
The following list covers some of the problems that may be encountered and suggests how
to remedy them:
Symptom
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possible causes and corrective actions
1. The camera cannot be accessed by some clients.
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If using a proxy server, try disabling the proxy setting in your browser. Check all cabling
and connectors.
2. The camera works locally, but not externally.
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Check if there are firewall settings that need to be adjusted. Check if there are router
settings that need to be configured.
3. Poor or intermittent network connection.
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If using a network switch, check that the port on that device uses the same setting for
the network connection type (speed/duplex).
4. The camera cannot be accessed via a host name.
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Check that the host name and DNS server settings are correct.
5. Not possible to log in.
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When HTTPS is enabled, ensure that the correct protocol (HTTP or HTTPS) is used. When
attempting to log in, you may need to manually type in http or https in the browser's
address bar.
6. No image using Refresh and/or slow updating of images.
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If images are very complex, try limiting the number of clients accessing the camera.
7. Images only shown in black & white.
