VB-CAM-201 Appendix

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Technical Specifications

Camera

Item Specifications
Video System 4K@30fps, 1080P@30fps, 720P@30fps
Sensor Sony, 1/2.5 inch, CMOS, 8.51M pixel
Lens 121° (DFOV), 110° (HFOV), 5x Digital Zoom, Pan/Tilt ± 15°
PTZ MPT + EPTZ
Digital Noise Reduction 2D & 3D Digital Noise Reduction
Video S/N ≥ 55dB
Backlight Compensation Support

Audio

Item Specifications
Full Frequency Speaker 96 dB SPL in the case of 0.5 meters
Microphone Array Beamforming microphone, pick up distance up to 6 meters

USB Features

Item Specifications
Connection Type USB 3.0, downward compatible with USB 2.0
Video Compression YUY2 / MJPG / H.264
USB Audio 32K sampling rate, support UAC 2.0
USB Communication Protocol UVC 1.1~1.5
UVC PTZ Control Support

Input/Output Interface

Item Specifications
HD Output 1 x HDMI (v. 2.0) (Video output only)
USB Interface 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0 (for external microphone connection)
Network Interface 1 x RJ45: 10M/100M adaptive Ethernet
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0
Power Jack DC 12V, 1.5A (Max)

General

Item Specifications
Control Method 2.4G Remote Control
Installation Method Desktop, Wall, TV and other display devices.
Operating Temperature 0° C ~ 40° C (32° F~104° F)
Storage Temperature -40° C ~ 60° C (-40°F~140° F)
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
601 x 116 x 142 mm (bracket included)
(23.67" x 4.57" x 6")
Net Weight 2.2 kg (4.86 lbs)

LED Indicators

Light Description
Amber
(Breathing)
Firmware Upgrade
Blue
(Chasing)
Waiting for Remote Control pairing
Blue
(Flashing)
Remote Control pairing finished
Blue
(Breathing)
Bluetooth waiting for pairing
Blue
(Flashing)
Bluetooth pairing finished
Blue
(Steady)
Bluetooth connecting
White
(Steady)
Steaming is active
Purple
(Steady)
Streaming is not active/closing
Quick Flash Button on Remote Control clicked
Solid Red
(Steady)
Microphone muted
Solid Red
(Steady)
3A function prohibited

LED Indicators - Host 1 and Host 2 Mode

Light Description
Blue Host 1 mode
Blue Host 2 mode

Troubleshooting

Problem or Issue Possible Solutions
No power
  • Make sure you have turned on the device by pressing the Power button on the remote control.
  • Make sure the power cord is properly and securely connected to the device and power outlet.
  • Plug another electrical device into the power outlet to verify that the outlet is supplying power.
The video image displayed by the camera is shaking
  • Ensure the camera is securely installed and stable.
  • Check for any nearby equipment that may be giving off vibrations.

Maintenance

General Precautions

  • Make sure the camera is turned off and the power cable is unplugged from the power outlet if it will not be used for an extended period of time.
  • Avoid lens should avoid bright objects (e.g., sunlight), and unstable light conditions.
  • Do not use the camera around facilities that can transmit high-power radio waves (e.g., television station).

Cleaning the Camera Lens

  • Wipe the camera lens with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. This removes dust and other particles.

Cleaning the Case

  • Use a soft, dry cloth to clean.

Disclaimer

  • ViewSonic® does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the device or case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the device and/or case.
  • ViewSonic® will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.

Firmware Update

Visit the ViewSonic website or VB-CAM-201 product page to get the latest firmware update for the VB-CAM-201.

  1. Download and open the firmware update tool. Click Next to continue the installation process.
  2. Click Browse to select a different installation folder or click Next to continue the installation.
  3. Click Install to begin the installation.
  4. When the installation is complete, click Finish.
  5. Open the VB-CAM-201 firmware update tool.
  6. Connect the VB-CAM-201 to your computer via USB cable. If the VB-CAM-201 is undetected, the tool will show “Camera connection failed” and you will need to check the connection status on your computer.
  7. NOTE: Connect your USB cable to the USB 3.0 port. The USB 2.0 port is only designed for external microphone connection.
  8. Click Upgrade to start the firmware update process.
  9. NOTE: Wait for the update process to complete and do not disconnect the power or USB cable.
  10. Once the update is complete, the message “This is the latest Firmware version” will appear.
  11. NOTE:
    • Do not disconnect or power off during the update.
    • The update tool supports multiple languages.