SC3000 Series Vision Sensor

Quick Start Guide

 SC3000 Series Vision Sensor Quick Start Guide

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These instructions are intended to ensure that the user can use the product correctly to
avoid danger or property loss.
Laws and Regulations
The device should be used in compliance with local laws, electrical safety regulations, and
fire prevention regulations.
Power Supply
● When wiring or dismounting, make sure that the device power is cut off, and do not
operate under electrification.
● Avoid contact with exposed circuit. When the device is powered on, avoid contact with
exposed junctions and parts.

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● DO NOT connect multiple devices to one power adapter, to avoid over-heating or fire
hazards caused by overload.
● Make sure the plug is properly connected to the power socket.
Transportation
● The product contains precision optical components and electronic components. During
transportation, storage and installation, incorrect operations like heavy pressure and
violent vibration should be avoided. Otherwise, the product may be damaged.
● Avoid sudden collision, and pack the product with the accompanied carton and
cushioning material or similar package.
Using Environment
● Do not touch the heat-radiating part of the device to avoid scalding.
● In order to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not let the product get wet or damp.
● Do not drop objects onto the product and avoid vigorous vibration.
● Keep the product away from magnetic interference.
● Do not use the product in extremely heat, extremely cold, dusty environment, corrosive
environment or high humidity environment.
● Do not aim the product lens at objects of strong light, such as the sun and incandescent
lamp. Otherwise, the lens may be damaged.
● The product should be stored in dry environment without corrosive gas. Avoid placing the
product in direct sunlight and poorly ventilated locations, or near heat sources such as
heater or heating (ignoring this warning may lead to fire hazards).
● Do not operate in explosive environment.
● Keep the surrounding area well ventilated to avoid heat accumulation. Do not contact the
radiator directly to avoid scald.
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● Remove all conductive objects (such as jewelry, watch, etc.) on the product body before
touching the product, and touch the grounding metal bracket by hand to release the static
electricity.
● It is suggested to wear anti-static suit to prevent damage to the equipment caused by
static electricity.
● When installing or maintaining the product, please wear anti-static wrist band or anti-
static gloves. Make sure that the wristband is tightly attached to the skin and is reliably
grounded.
● It is forbidden to touch exposed circuit boards with bare hands. Static electricity
generated by human body may damage electrostatic sensitive components on circuit
boards.
● When touching electrostatic sensitive components or devices, proper grounding
measures must be taken.
● Put electrostatic sensitive components into anti-static bags for protection.
● It is suggested to place humidifier in dry environment to maintain suitable humidity and
reduce static electricity generation.

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Maintenance
● If the product is not working properly, contact the store or the nearest service center. Do
not disassemble or modify the device in any way. (The company does not bear any liability
for any problem arising from unauthorized modification or maintenance).
● Please properly preserve all the original packaging materials of the product so that when
problems arise, the product can be packed with packaging materials and sent to the agent
or returned to the manufacturer for processing. The company does not bear any liability
for accidental damage during transportation caused by non-original packaging.
● This product is a precision electronic device, no components can be maintained by user,
please do not disassemble the device arbitrarily.
Cleaning
Please do not touch the image sensor directly. If the sensor needs to be cleaned, please use
a clean rag and wet it with alcohol, thsen gently wipe off the dirt; if the device is not in use,
please cover the image sensor with dust cover for protection.
Installation
Please do not install the product on vibrating surface or places that are vulnerable to impact.
Personnel Requirement
Quality requirements for installation and maintenance personnel: qualification certificate or
working experience in weak current system installation and maintenance, and relevant
working experience and qualifications. Besides, the personnel must possess the following
knowledge and operation skills:
● The basic knowledge and operation skills of low voltage wiring and Low voltage electronic
circuit connection.
● The ability to comprehend the contents of this manual.

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E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://en.hikrobotics.com/

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Contents
Chapter 1 Overview ........................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Key Feature .......................................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 2 Appearance ...................................................................................................................... 2
Chapter 3 17-Pin Interface .............................................................................................................. 4
Chapter 4 Installation ....................................................................................................................... 6
4.1 Installation Preparation ..................................................................................................... 6
4.2 Install Device ....................................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 5 Device Connection .......................................................................................................... 7
5.1 Install Client Software ....................................................................................................... 7
5.2 Turn off Firewall .................................................................................................................. 8
5.3 Set PC Network ................................................................................................................... 8
5.4 Set Device Network ............................................................................................................ 9
5.5 Login ................................................................................................................................... 10
Chapter 6 Client Layout and Operation Flow .............................................................................. 12
6.1 Main Window Introduction .............................................................................................. 12
6.2 Operation Flow .................................................................................................................. 13
Chapter 7 I/O and Serial Port Introduction ................................................................................. 14
7.1 I/O Electrical Feature ....................................................................................................... 14
7.1.1 Input Signal ............................................................................................................ 14
7.1.2 Output Signal ......................................................................................................... 15
7.2 I/O Wiring ........................................................................................................................... 18
7.2.1 Input Wiring............................................................................................................ 18
7.2.2 Output Wiring......................................................................................................... 20
7.3 RS-232 Serial Port ........................................................................................................... 20
7.3.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................... 21
7.3.2 Wiring ...................................................................................................................... 21
Chapter 8 FAQ (Frequently Asked Question).............................................................................. 22
8.1 Why the client software cannot list devices? .............................................................. 22

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8.2 Why the image is not smooth in live view? .................................................................. 22

8.3 Why the image is very dark? ........................................................................................... 22
8.4 Why there is no image in live view?............................................................................... 22
8.5 What can I do if I forget the login password? .............................................................. 23

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Chapter 1 Overview

1.1 Introduction
With built-in positioning and measurement algorithms, SC3000 series vision sensor can
detect object’s existence, position, dimension, color, etc. It can be monitored and operated
via the SCMVS client. It can output results via RS-232 and Ethernet, and cooperate with other
processes via IO. The vision sensor supports multiple result output methods and
customized result text output. It is applicable to consumer electronics, food and medical
industry, automobile, etc.

1.2 Key Feature

● Adopts embedded hardware platform for high-speed image processing.
● Adopts built-in positioning and measurement algorithms to detect object’s existence,
position, dimension, etc.
● Multiple IO interfaces for input and output signals.
● Multiple indicators for displaying device status.
● Adopts light source to ensure uniform brightness in the illuminated area.
● Supports multiple communication protocols, including RS-232, TCP, UDP, FTP, Profinet,
ModBus, etc.

Note
● The device’s functions may differ by models.
● Refer to the user manual of the SCMVS client software for detailed device operations.

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Chapter 2 Appearance

Note
Appearance here is for reference only. Refer to the device's specification for detailed
dimension information.

Figure 2-1 Appearance

Table 2-1 Appearance Description
No. Name Description
It provides power, input/output, Ethernet, and serial port signal.
The interface is designed with screw threads to tighten
1 17-Pin Interface
connection between the device and cable, and thus avoiding
influence caused by vibration.

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No. Name Description

It indicates the result of projects.
● The indicators are green when the project result is OK.
● The indicators are red when the project result is NG.
2 OK/NG Indicator ● The indicators are green and red when switching projects.
After switching, the indicators are unlit.
● The indicators are yellow when the device restarts or error
occurs.
It can be replaced with other lens cap. Refer to the device’s
3 Lens Cap
specification for details.
It refers to LED lamps providing light source.

4 Light Source Note

The default color of LED lamps is white. Red/blue/near-infrared
is optional.
5 Screw It refers to the screw between device body and lens cap.
It is used to fix the device to the installation position. You
6 Screw Hole
should use M4 screw.
It is the power indicator. The indicator is green when the device
7 PWR Indicator
operates normally. Otherwise, it is red.
It is the status indicator. The indicator is green when the
8 STS Indicator
project operates normally. Otherwise, it is red.
It is network status indicator. The indicator is flashing green
9 LNK Indicator
when the network transmission is normal. Otherwise, it is unlit.
It is used to trigger device to acquire images or switch
10 Button
projects.

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Chapter 3 17-Pin Interface

Read the following section to get definitions of 17-pin interface.

Figure 3-1 17-Pin Interface

Table 3-1 Pin Definitions
I/O Signal Cable Color
No. Signal Description
Source
Direct current power supply Red
1 POWER_IN --
positive
Line 3 signal Can be configured as input or Brown
2 I/O_1
line output
Line 7 signal Purple/white
3 DO_2 Opto-isolated output
line
4 RS232TX -- RS232 serial port output Green
5 RS232RX -- RS232 serial port input Green/white
6 MDI0+ -- Fast Ethernet signal MDI0+ Yellow
7 MDI1- -- Fast Ethernet signal MDI1- Orange/white
Line 5 signal Blue/white
8 DO_0 Opto-isolated output
line
Line 2 signal Can be configured as input or Blue
9 I/O_0
line output
Line 6 signal Brown/white
10 DO_1 Opto-isolated output
line

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I/O Signal Cable Color

No. Signal Description
Source
Direct current power supply Black
11 GND Signal ground
negative
Line 2/3/4 input Pink
12 IN_COM Input signal ground
signal ground
Line 4 signal Can be configured as input or Purple
13 I/O_2
line output
14 MDI0- -- Fast Ethernet signal MDI0- Yellow/white
15 MDI1+ -- Fast Ethernet signal MDI1+ Orange
Line 0 signal Gray
16 DI_0 Opto-isolated input
line
Line 1 signal White
17 DI_1 Opto-isolated input
line

Note
● You should refer to the table above and the label attached to the power and I/O cable to
wire the device.
● It is recommended to use the supplied 17-pin cable. The 6th, 7th, 14th, and 15th pin have
been made as RJ45 connector. The lines of other pins should be wired according to the
actual demands.

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Chapter 4 Installation

4.1 Installation Preparation

You need to prepare following accessories before installation.
Table 4-1 Accessories
No. Name Quantity Description
It refers to the supplied 17-pin cable that is included in
1 17-Pin Cable 1
the package.
You should select suitable power adapter or switch
Power Adapter or
2 1 power supply according to the device power supply and
Switch Power Supply
consumption. You need to purchase separately.
It refers to the category 5 cable (Cat 5) or above. You
3 Network Cable 1
need to purchase separately.
It refers to the supplied lens cap. You can also use
4 Lens Cap 1 polarization or infrared filter lens cap that needs to be
purchased separately.
It refers to the supplied white light source. You can also
5 Light Source 1 use red/blue/near-infrared light source that needs to be
purchased separately.
It refers to the supplied M4 screw that is used to fix the
6 M4 Screw 4
device to the installation position.
7 Mounting Panel 1 It is used to install the device to the installation position.

4.2 Install Device

Before You Start
Make sure the device in the package is in good condition and all the assembly parts are
included, and make sure that all the related devices are powered off during the installation.
Steps
1. Use M4 screws to fix the device to the installation position.
2. Connect the device to a power adapter or switch power supply via 17-pin cable.
3. Connect the device to a switch or NIC via network cable.

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Chapter 5 Device Connection

Device connection to the client software is required for device’s configuration and remote
operations. This section introduces how to install the client software, set PC and device
network, connect the device to the client software, etc.

5.1 Install Client Software

SCMVS is a client software for device configuration and remote operations.

Note
● Check the Windows version. The client software is compatible with 32/64-bit Windows
XP/7/10.
● You can get the client software installation package from https://en.hikrobotics.com/.
● The graphic user interface may differ by different versions of client software you use.

Steps
1. Double click the installation package to install the client software.
2. Select the language.
3. Read and check Terms of the License Agreement.
4. Click Start Setup.

Figure 5-1 Installation Interface

5. Select installation directory and click Next.
6. Finish the installation according to the interface prompts.

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5.2 Turn off Firewall

To ensure stable client running and image transmission, you are recommended turning off
Windows firewall before using the client software.
Steps

Note
For different Windows versions, the path name or interface may differ. Please refer to
the actual condition.

1. Go to Windows Firewall.
Windows XP system: Click Start → Control Panel → Security Center → Windows
Firewall.
Windows 7 system: Click Start → Control Panel → Windows Firewall.
Windows 10 system: Click Start → Control Panel → System and Security → Windows
Defender Firewall.
2. Click Turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off on the left.
3. Select Turn off Windows Defender Firewall (not recommended).

Figure 5-2 Windows Defender Firewall

4. Click OK.

5.3 Set PC Network

To ensure stable image transmission and normal communication between the PC and the
device via client software, you need to set the PC network before using the client software.
Steps

Note
For different Windows versions, the specific setting path and interface may differ.
Please refer to the actual condition.

Steps
1. Go to PC network settings page: Start → Control Panel → Network and Internet →
Network and Sharing Center → Change adapter settings.
2. Select NIC and set the IP obtainment mode.

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● Select Obtain an IP address automatically to get an IP address of the PC automatically.

● Or select Use the following IP address to set an IP address for the PC manually.

Figure 5-3 Set PC Network

3. Set NIC property.
1) Go to NIC settings page: Control Panel → Hardware and Sound → Device Manager
→ Network Adapter.
2) Select corresponding network interface card, and click Link Speed.
3) Set Speed and Duplex as Auto-Negotiation or 100 Mbps.

5.4 Set Device Network

You can set and operate the device in the client software only when the device is in the
same network segment with the PC where the client software is installed.
Steps
1. Double click the client software to run it.
2. Click in the device list to find the device.
3. Right click the device to be connected.
4. Click Edit IP Address.
5. Set the IP address of the device in the same network segment with the PC.

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Figure 5-4 Edit IP Address

6. Click OK.

5.5 Login

Note
● Make sure that your device IP address is in the same network segment with the PC where
you installed the client software before connecting the device to it.
● The default login password is Abc1234, and it is highly recommended to change the
password for the first time use.
● Follow the guidance to find the password if you forget it.
● Refer to the user manual of the SCMVS client software for detailed operation.

Steps
1. Click the device in the device list.
2. Enter password.
3. Click to log in.

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Figure 5-5 Login Interface

4. (Optional) Check Remember me to remember the password if necessary.

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Chapter 6 Client Layout and Operation Flow

6.1 Main Window Introduction

After logging into the client software, you can see the main window as shown below.

Figure 6-1 Main Window

Note
● The specific interfaces of the client software may differ by its versions.
● The client software loads and runs previous projects after logging in. If there is no
project, the client software will create and run a new project.

Table 6-1 Main Window Description

No. Name Description
The menu bar includes project, I/O settings, communication
1 Menu Bar
settings, camera settings, and operation management.
Project Status This area displays operation results of current projects in real time.
2
Display Area You can run, stop or edit projects here.
Tool Status This area displays operation results of vision tools loaded in projects
3
Display Area in real time. You can edit various parameters of tools here.

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No. Name Description

This area displays images and results under camera mode and
Live View
4 image mode in real time. Under image mode, you can import images
Window
into the device.
You can switch languages and cameras, view the user manual and
5 Other Areas
client version information here.

6.2 Operation Flow

Note
● Refer to the user manual of the SCMVS client software for detailed parameter settings
and operations.
● Click More on the upper right corner of the client software, and click User Manual to
open it.
You can follow the overall operation flow below to operate the device via the client
software.
Log into Client
Software

Create/Edit
Project

Parameters Communication
I/O Settings
Settings Settings

Base Image
Settings

Tool Settings

Output Settings

Run Project

Figure 6-2 Operation Flow

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Chapter 7 I/O and Serial Port Introduction

This section introduces the electrical feature and wirings of the device’s I/O and RS-232
serial port. The device has two input signals (Line 0/1), three output signals (Line 5/6/7),
and three bi-directional I/O (Line 2/3/4) signals.

Note
The two input signals and three bi-directional I/O signals can also be used as signal sources
to switch the device’s projects. Refer to the user manual of the SCMVS client software for
details.

7.1 I/O Electrical Feature

7.1.1 Input Signal

The device's Line 0/1 are input signals, and Line 2/3/4 are bi-directional I/O signals that
can be set as input. The internal circuit of input signal is shown below.

Note
The maximum input current of input signal is 25 mA.

Figure 7-1 Internal Circuit of Input Signal

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Figure 7-2 Input Logic Level

Table 7-1 Input Electrical Feature
Parameter Name Parameter Symbol Value
0 VDC to 9 VDC (VCC=24 VDC)
Input Logic Level Low VL
0 VDC to 5.4 VDC (VCC=12 VDC)
11 VDC to 24 VDC (VCC=24 VDC)
Input Logic Level High VH 7.56 VDC to 12 VDC (VCC=12
VDC)
Input Falling Delay TDF 1.3 μs to 3.5 μs
Input Rising Delay TDR 1.3 μs to 3.5 μs

Note
● VCC is the device's input voltage.
● The breakdown voltage is 36 VDC, and keep voltage stable.

7.1.2 Output Signal

The device's Line 5/6/7 are output signals, and Line 2/3/4 are bi-directional I/O signals that
can be set as output. You can go to I/O settings of the client software to set I/O output type
as PNP or NPN according to actual demands, as shown below.

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Figure 7-3 Set I/O Output Type

Note
The maximum output current of output signal is 200 mA.
If the output signal is PNP type, its internal circuit is shown below.

Figure 7-4 Internal Circuit of PNP Output Signal

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If the output signal is NPN type, its internal circuit is shown below.

Figure 7-5 Internal Circuit of NPN Output Signal

Figure 7-6 Output Logic Level

When the external voltage and resistance is 12 VDC and 1 KΩ respectively, the electrical
feature of output signal is as follows.

Note
With different external voltage and resistance, the corresponding current and output logic
level low may have small change.

Table 7-2 Output Electrical Feature

Parameter Name Parameter Symbol Value
Output Logic Level Low VL 212 mV
Output Logic Level High VH 11.8 VDC
Output Falling Delay TDF 0.4 μs
Output Rising Delay TDR 0.4 μs
Output Falling Time TF 0.4 μs
Output Rising Time TR 0.4 μs

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7.2 I/O Wiring

The device can receive input signals from external devices and output signals to external
devices. This section introduces how to wire the device’s I/O.

Note
● Here we take Line 2 as an example to introduce I/O wiring.
● The device figures below are for reference only, and the actual one you got should
prevail.

7.2.1 Input Wiring

Two types of input wiring are available, and you can wire the device according to actual
demands.

Note
● Input signal wiring may differ by external device types.
● It is recommended to use the first type of input wiring because this type is applicable to
all I/O input signals, including Line 0/1/2/3/4.
● The second type of input wiring is only applicable to Line 2/3/4.

First Type of Input Wiring

PNP Device
If you have available external resistors, you should use 1 KΩ pull-down resistor to wire the
device as shown below.

Figure 7-7 Input Signal Connects to PNP Device

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NPN Device
If you have available external resistors, and the VCC is 12 VDC or 24 VDC, you should use 1
KΩ pull-up resistor to wire the device as shown below.

Figure 7-8 Input Signal Connects to NPN Device

Switch
It is recommended to use 1 KΩ pull-down resistor.

Figure 7-9 Input Signal Connects to a Switch

Second Type of Input Wiring

PNP Device
If you do not have available external resistors, you can wire the device as shown below.

PWR VCC
PNP Device
Device Power Power
Input Signal Signal Line PNP
Device
Device Power PNP Device
Ground Power Ground
IN_COM
GND

Figure 7-10 Configurable Input Signal Connects to PNP Device

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NPN Device
If you do not have available external resistors, you can wire the device as shown below.
PWR VCC
NPN Device
Device Power
Power
IN_COM
Input Signal Signal Line NPN
Device
Device Power NPN Device
Ground Power Ground

GND

Figure 7-11 Configurable Input Signal Connects to NPN Device

7.2.2 Output Wiring

Note
● You can set I/O output type as PNP or NPN via the client software.
● If the external device is PNP, you should set the device’s output signal polarity as NPN.
● If the external device is NPN, you should set the device’s output signal polarity as PNP.

PWR VCC
External Device
Device Power Power
Output Signal External
Signal Line
Line Device
Device Power External Device
Ground Power Ground

GND

Figure 7-12 Output Wiring

Note
When the device's output signal is set as NPN, the voltage of VCC should not higher than
that of PWR. Otherwise, the device's output signal may have exception.

7.3 RS-232 Serial Port

The device can output data via the RS-232 serial port. You can go to the communication

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settings of the client software to set related parameters.

7.3.1 Introduction
The 9-pin male connector and 25-pin male connector are commonly used serial ports, as
shown below. You can refer to the table below for the specific pin name and function.

Figure 7-13 9-Pin Male Connector

Figure 7-14 25-Pin Male Connector

Table 7-3 RS-232 Pin Description
Serial Port Type Pin No. Name Function
2 RX Receive data
9-Pin Interface 3 TX Send data
5 GND Signal ground
2 TX Send data
25-Pin Interface 3 RX Receive data
7 GND Signal ground

7.3.2 Wiring
You can refer to the serial port wiring below to connect the device with an external device.
PWR
Device Power

Serial Port Output TX External

Device
Serial Port Input RX
Device Power GND
Ground
GND
Figure 7-15 RS-232 Serial Port Wiring

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Chapter 8 FAQ (Frequently Asked Question)

8.1 Why the client software cannot list devices?

Reason
● Device is not started up normally.
● Network connection exception occurs.
Solution
● Check device power wiring (observe PWR indicator).
● Check network connection (observe LNK indicator). Ensure the device and the PC are in
the same network segment.

8.2 Why the image is not smooth in live view?

Reason
The network transmission speed is not up to 100 Mbps.
Solution
Check if the network transmission speed is up to 100 Mbps.

8.3 Why the image is very dark?

Reason
● The brightness of light source is not enough.
● Exposure and gain values are too small.
Solution
● Increase the brightness of light source, or use brighter lamps.
● Increase exposure and gain values according to actual demands.

8.4 Why there is no image in live view?

Reason
● Although trigger mode is enabled, there is no trigger signal.

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● The network transmission speed is not up to 100 Mbps.

Solution
● Send trigger signal to device, or disable trigger mode.
● Check if the network transmission speed is up to 100 Mbps.

8.5 What can I do if I forget the login password?

Solution
Click Forgot Password in the login interface to view the device serial No., and mail it to the
technical support personnel or call them to get the corresponding resetting file. After that,
import the resetting file and reset the password as the default one.

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