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Network Connection
The VK2-540VRD supports the operation through the network. Therefore, it is necessary to
connect a standard RJ-45 cable to it. Generally a cross-over cable is used for directly
connection to PC, while a direct cable is used for connection to a hub.
IP Assignment
When a camera, Encoder or Decoder is first connected to the network it has no IP address.
So, it is necessary to allocate an IP address to the device with the “Smart Manager” utility
on the CD.
1.
Connect the VK2-540VRD to the network and power up.
2.
Start SmartManager utility (All programs >
VIP2
> SmartManager), the main window
will be displayed, after a short while any cameras connected to the network will be
displayed in the list.
3.
Select the camera on the list and click right button of the mouse. You can see the pop-
up menu as below.
4.
Select Assign IP. You cam see a Assign IP window.
Enter the required IP address.
