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Monitor Setting
You can add video streams using RTSP. If the Display in Call function is enabled, the video of the added monitor device will show up when it calls the indoor monitor.
To set it up, go to the Device > Monitor interface.
Monitor Display:
Multiple Window: Display four video monitoring channels on the screen.
Single Window: Display only one video monitoring channel.
24/7 Monitor Mode: When enabled, the indoor monitor displays the monitoring screen for 6 hours, then plays a 10-second screensaver before resuming the monitoring stream. This feature ONLY applies to door phones added via local RTSP.
Note
If devices are deployed on SmartPlus Cloud, the video stream from door phones is limited to 3 minutes and is not controlled by the 24/7 Monitor Mode.
On the Device > Monitor > Door phone section, click +Add to add a monitor.
Device Number: The device's SIP/IP number for identification.
Device Name: The device name for identification.
RTSP Address: The RTSP address of the monitoring device. RTSP format: rtsp://Device IP address/live/ch00_0.
Username: The username of the monitoring device for authentication.
Password: The password of the monitoring device for authentication.
Display In Call: Enable it to display the monitoring video during a call.
Note
You can import and export the monitoring device settings via a template in .xml format.
You can also set it up on the device Settings > Advance Settings > Monitor screen. Tap +New to add the monitor device.
When the monitoring device is an Akuvox door phone and its RTSP username and password are not changed(admin by default), you can directly scan and add the door phone on the indoor monitor’s Monitor screen. If the username and password are changed, make sure they are consistent between the devices.
View Monitoring Streams
After adding the monitored device’s RTSP URL, tap Monitor on the home screen and select the desired channel to view the stream.
Video: Tap to make a video call to the monitored door phone.
Audio: Tap to make an audio call to the monitored door phone.
Unlock: Tap to open the door.
Capture: Tap to take a screenshot.
Cancel: Tap to exit the monitoring.
: Tap to display the monitor list.
Note
During monitoring, calls can only be made to Akuvox door phones, neither access control terminals nor third-party devices.
RTSP Authentication
With RTSP authentication, users can monitor the indoor monitor via RTSP audio stream. This feature can be applied to, for example, listen to the baby in the baby’s room for safety.
To set it up, go to Settings > Basic interface.
RTSP Audio Enable: Decide whether the device can be audio-monitored by other devices.
Authorization Type: It is Digest by default.
Username: Set the username for the authentication.
Password: Set the password for the authentication.
Alarm and Arming Configuration
The Arming function is designed to enhance home security by offering three modes with custom zone settings for connected sensors. When armed, the device will sound a siren and notify specific people if a sensor detects something unusual.
Configure Alarm and Arming on the Device
Set up Arming and Disarm Codes
To configure the arming and disarm codes, go to the Arming > Arming/Disarm Code screen. Change the current password and save it. The default code is 0000.
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Select an Arming Mode
To select an arming mode, go to the Arming screen. Tap the desired mode to enable it.
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Check Zone Status
Check the zone status on the Arming > Zone Status screen.
Set up Alarm Sensors
To configure the alarm sensor in different modes, go to the Arming > Arming Mode screen.
Location: Display which location the detection device is in, including Bedroom, Guest room, Hall, Window, Balcony, Kitchen, Study, and Bathroom.
Zone Type: Display the alarm sensor type.
Defence Delay: It means when users change the arming mode from other modes, there will be 90 seconds delay time to get activated.
Alarm Delay: It means when the sensor is triggered, there will be 90 seconds delay time to announce the notification.
Status: Enable or disable Arming Mode on the corresponding zone.
Check Alarm Logs
To check the alarm log, go to the Arming > Alarm Log screen.
Configure Alarm and Arming on the Web Interface
Set up Arming and Disarm Codes
To configure the arming and disarm codes, go to the Arming > Disarm Code interface. The default code is 0000.
Disarm Interval(Sec): Set the alarm sound duration after the alarm is triggered.
Select an Arming Mode
To select an arming mode, go to the Arming > Arming Mode interface.
Set up Location-based Alarm Sensors
To set up a location-based alarm sensor, go to the web Arming > Zone Setting > Zone Setting interface.
Location: Indicate where the alarm sensor is installed. There are ten location types: Bedroom, Gate, Door, Guest room, Hall, Window, Balcony, Kitchen, Study, and Bathroom.
Zone Type: The alarm sensor type.
Trigger Mode: Set sensor trigger mode between NC and NO.
Status: Set the alarm sensor status among three options: Enabled, Disabled, and 24H.
Enabled: The alarm needs to be set again after disarming.
Disabled: Disarm the alarm.
24H: The alarm sensor will stay enabled for 24 hours without setting up the alarm manually again after the alarm is disarmed.
If any of the zones is enabled or set to 24H, the alarm-related icons will be displayed on the home screen for quick access.
Set up Alarm Sensors in Different Arming Modes
To configure the alarm in different modes, go to the Arming > Arming Mode interface.
Location: Display which location the detection device is in, including Bedroom, Guest room, Hall, Window, Balcony, Kitchen, Study, and Bathroom.
Zone Type: Display the alarm sensor type.
Defence Delay: It means when users change the arming mode from other modes, there will be 90 seconds delay time to get activated.
Alarm Delay: It means when the sensor is triggered, there will be 90 seconds delay time to announce the notification.
Status: Enable or disable Arming Mode on the corresponding zone.
Configure Alarm Text
Once the alarm sensor is configured, you can access the device's web interface to personalize the alert content displayed on the screen when an alarm is triggered.
To set it up, navigate to the web Arming > Zone Setting > Customized Alarm interface.
Alarm Content: The alarm text will display on the device screen when an arming is triggered.
Configure Alarm Ringtone
You can upload a customized alarm ringtone by choosing the local audio file on the web Device > Audio > Alarm Ringtone Upload interface.
Note
The file format of customized ringtone should be in WAV or MP3 format. No limitation to the file size.
Alarm Action Configuration
When the alarm sensor is triggered, it can start different actions, such as HTTP commands, SIP messages, calls, and local relay activation after setup.
To select and set up actions, go to the web Arming > Alarm Action interface.
Alarm Action via HTTP Command
To set up the HTTP command action, you can select Enabled in the Send HTTP field to enable the actions for the alarm sensor installed in different locations. Then enter the HTTP command provided by the device manufacturer on which the action is to be carried.
Zone Type: Display the zone type set on the Arming > Zone Setting interface.
Send HTTP: Enable it if you want the action to be implemented on a designated third-party device.
HTTP Command: Enter the HTTP command provided by the third-party device manufacturer.
Send Delay: This option is only available when the Zone Type is Motion and Send HTTP is enabled. When enabled, the HTTP command will be sent in a delay time that is the same as the Alarm Delay set on the Arming > Arming Mode interface.
Alarm Action via SIP Message
The device can send messages to a designated device when the alarm is triggered. To set this up, enter a SIP number or IP address along with the message content.
SIP Account: The SIP number to receive the message.
SIP Message: The message sent to the designated SIP number when the alarm is triggered.
Alarm Action via SIP Call
To enable the device to make a call when the alarm is triggered, enter the SIP or IP number of the called party. Additionally, you can allow the indoor monitor to sound a siren simultaneously.
Call Number: The SIP number or IP number to receive the calls when the alarm is triggered.
Make Call Enable: Enable it so that a call will be made to the designated SIP or IP number when the alarm is triggered.
Alarm Siren: Enable it to trigger an alarm siren on the indoor monitor when the alarm is triggered.
Alarm-Triggered Local Relay
You can select the local relay to be triggered by the alarm.
Screen Unlock Setting
To prevent unauthorized access to the device when it is not being used, enable the Screen Lock function. This feature automatically locks the device after a period of inactivity, requiring a password to unlock.
You can enable the screen lock function directly on the device Settings > Display screen.
Screen Unlock by PIN Code
To unlock the screen, users need to enter the preset PIN code.
Navigate to Settings > Advance > Protect Code screen and select Settings Code to change a new password.
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Note
The default password is 123456.
Voice Encryption
The encryption function provides three encryption methods to protect voice signals from eavesdropping during a call.
To set it up, go to the Account > Advanced > Encryption interface.
Voice Encryption:
Disabled: The call will not be encrypted.
SRTP(Compulsory): All audio signals(technically speaking it is RTP streams) will be encrypted to improve security.
SRTP(Optional): Encrypt the voice from the caller. If the caller also enables SRTP, the voice signals will also be encrypted.
ZRTP(Optional): The protocol that the two parties use to negotiate the SRTP session key.
Remote Control
The remote control function allows a specific server to send HTTP commands or requests to the indoor monitor for actions like unlocking a local relay.
To set it up, navigate to the web Device > Relay > Remote Control interface.
Allowed Access IP List: Set up the server IP address that can be allowed to send the HTTP commands to the indoor monitor.
Location
With users’ permission, Location service uses information from cellular, Wi-Fi, Global Positioning System (GPS), and Bluetooth to determine the device’s location. Users can turn off this service or change its settings anytime.
To set it up, navigate to the web Security > Advanced interface.
Disabled: Not allow any app to find the device location.
Only Device: The device location can be determined using GPS.
High Accuracy: The device location can be determined via WAN, Bluetooth, or cellular networks.
Web Interface Automatic Log-out
You can set up the web interface's automatic log-out timing, requiring re-login by entering the user name and the passwords for security purposes or for the convenience of operation.
To set it up, go to the web Security > Basic > Session Time Out interface.
Power Output Setting
The indoor monitor can serve as a power supply to the Akuvox door phone with 12V power supply for example E10. You can enable the power output, then connect the door phone to the RJ45 port on the indoor monitor. Also, you can connect E10 to the 12_out port for the power supply.
To enable it, go to Settings > Basic > Power Output Setting interface.
High Security Mode
High security mode is designed to enhance the security. It employs encryption across various facets, including the communication process, door opening commands, password storage methods, and more.
To set it up, go to the web Security > Basic > High Security Mode interface.
Important Notes
1. The High Security mode is off by default when you upgrade the device from a version without the mode to one with it. But if you reset the device to its factory settings, the mode is on by default.
2. This mode makes the old version tools incompatible. You need to upgrade them to the following versions or higher to use them.
PC Manager: 1.2.0.0
IP Scanner: 2.2.0.0
Upgrade Tool: 4.1.0.0
SDMC: 6.0.0.34
3. The supported HTTP format for relay triggering varies depending on whether high secure mode is enabled or disabled.
If the mode is on, the device only accepts the new HTTP formats below for door opening.
http://username:password@deviceIP/fcgi/OpenDoor?action=OpenDoor&DoorNum=1
http://deviceIP/fcgi/OpenDoor?action=OpenDoor&DoorNum=1
If the mode is off, the device can use both the new formats above and the old format below:
http://deviceIP/fcgi/do?action=OpenDoor&UserName=username&Password=password&DoorNum=1
4. It is not allowed to import/export configuration files in tgz. format between a device with the high security mode and another one without it. For assistance with file transfer, please contact Akuvox technical support.