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ALI-TP7012RH 1080P HD-TVI IR 23x Zoom Outdoor PTZ Camera User Manual

Products: ALI-TP7012RH

Please read this manual before using your camera, and always follow the instructions for safety and proper use. Save this manual for future reference.

ALI-TP7012RH_CM 170106

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REGULATORY NOTICE

FCC InformationFCC compliance: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

FCC ConditionsThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This product and - if applicable - the supplied accessories too are marked with “CE” and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized European standards listed under the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.

LEGAL NOTICE

Observint Technologies (Observint) products are designed to meet safety and performance standards with the use of specific Observint authorized accessories. Observint disclaims liability associated with the use of non-Observint authorized accessories.

The recording, transmission, or broadcast of any person’s voice without their consent or a court order is strictly prohibited by law.

Observint makes no representations concerning the legality of certain product applications such as the making, transmission, or recording of video and/or audio signals of others without their knowledge and/or consent. We encourage you to check and comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations before engaging in any form of surveillance or any transmission of radio frequencies.

ALIBI and the ALIBI logo are trademarks of Observint.

Microsoft, Windows, and Internet Explorer are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Observint disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.

No part of this document may be reproduced or distributed in any form or by any means without the express written permission of Observint, Inc.

© 2017 by Observint Technologies, Inc. All Rights Reserved. 11000 N. Mopac Expressway, Building 300, Austin, TX 78759 For Sales and Support, please contact your distributor.

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SAFETY WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

Safety Warnings and Cautions

WARNING!

Hazardous Voltage may be present: Special measures and precautions must be taken when using this device. Some potentials (voltages) on the device may present a hazard to the user. This device should only be used by those with knowledge and training in working with these types of devices that contain live circuits.

WARNING!

Power Supply Hazardous Voltage: AC voltages are present within the power supply assembly. This device must be connected to a UL approved, completely enclosed power supply, of the proper rated voltage and current. No user serviceable parts inside the power supply.

WARNING!

Connect only to a properly earth grounded outlet. To avoid shock, ensure that all AC wiring is not exposed and that the earth grounding is maintained. Ensure that any equipment to which this device will be attached is also connected to properly wired grounded receptacles and are approved medical devices.

WARNING! Installation and Maintenance: Do not connect/disconnect any cables to or perform installation/maintenance on this

device during an electrical storm.

WARNING!

Power Cord Requirements: The connector that plugs into the wall outlet must be a grounding-type male plug designed for use in your region. It must have certification marks showing certification by an agency in your region. The connector that plugs into the AC receptacle on the power supply must be an IEC 320, sheet C13, female connector. See the following website for more information http://kropla.com/electric2.htm.

Warnings• Use of the product only when in compliance with local electrical safety regulations.• Use only the required power adapter. The standard power adapter is 24 Vac / 2 A.• Do not connect additional devices to the power adapter. Doing so may over-heat the device and cause a fire hazard. • Always make sure that the power adapter plug is fully inserted into the power socket.• When the product is installed on a wall or ceiling, it must be securely attached. • If the camera emits smoke, odors or noise power it off immediately and unplug the power cable. Contact the service center. • If the camera does not work properly, please contact your dealer or the nearest service center. Never attempt to disassemble

the camera yourself. (Your provider is not responsibility for problems caused by unauthorized repair or maintenance.)

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Cautions• Do not drop the dome or subject it to physical shock. Do not expose it to high levels of electromagnetic radiation. • Do not install the camera on surfaces that are subject to vibrations or shock. • Do not place the camera in extremely hot, cold (operating temperature range: -22 °F ~ 149 °F (-30 °C ~ +65 °C),

dusty or damp locations. Fire or electrical shock can occur.• Exposing the equipment to direct sunlight, low ventilation or heat sources such as heater or radiator should be avoided.• Do not aim the camera at the sun or extra bright places. A blooming or smear may occur (which is not a malfunction), and

affect the longevity of camera. • Use the glove provided when opening the dome cover. Do not touch the dome cover; the acidic moisture on skin can erode the

surface coating.• Please use a soft and dry cloth when cleaning the inside and outside surfaces of the dome cover. Do not use alkaline

detergents.

Preparation for Installation• Basic requirements:

— All the electronic operations must be compliant with local electrical safety regulations, fire prevention regulations and other related regulations.

— Verify that all accessories are included with your shipment. — Make sure that the camera is suitable for the location and security requirements where it will be installed. If not, please

contact the supplier. — Always use this product in accordance with the manufactures specifications and recommendations.

• Check installation space. Make sure the place have enough space to install the camera and its accessories.• Check the intensity of conformation at the installation location. Please make sure that the ceilings or walls are strong enough to

withstand four times the weight of camera and its accessories.• Preparation of cables:

— Choose video cable in accordance with the transmission distance. The video should meet the least demands as: 75 Ω resistance; 100% copper core conducting wire; 95% weaving copper shield.

— For RS-485 communication cable, please refer to Appendix B. — For 24 Vac power cabling, please refer to Appendix C.

• Keep packaging for possible future use. If a failure occurs, return the product to the factory with the original packaging. Shipment without the original packaging may damage the product and incur additional costs.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents

SECTION 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11.2 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

SECTION 2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82.1 Setup the camera address and baud rate DIP switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82.2 Camera installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

2.2.1 Connecting the cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13SECTION 3 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

3.1 Power-up initial display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163.1.1 Basic operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

3.2 System-defined Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173.3 On Screen Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

SECTION 4 Configuring the PTZ Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194.1 OSD menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214.2 Opening the OSD menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

4.2.1 ALIBI HVR PTZ OSD Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214.2.2 ALIBI HVR remote access PTZ OSD Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234.2.3 OSD menu navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

4.3 Using the OSD menu system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .264.4 Step 1: Configuring CAMERA SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

4.4.1 Configure video settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .304.5 Step 2: Configure Privacy Mask . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314.6 Step 3: Configuring SYSTEM SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

4.6.1 Setting SYSTEM TIME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .344.6.2 Configuring DISPLAY SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

4.7 Step 4: Configuring MOTION SETTINGS parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .354.7.1 Limit Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

4.8 Step 5: Configure Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .384.8.1 Create a Preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .384.8.2 Call a preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .394.8.3 Clear a preset: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

4.9 Step 6: Configure Patrols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .394.9.1 Create a patrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

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4.9.2 Preview a patrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .414.9.3 Call a patrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .414.9.4 Delete a patrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

4.10 Step 7: Configuring Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .414.10.1 Create a pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .424.10.2 Preview a pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .434.10.3 Call a pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .434.10.4 Delete a pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

4.11 Step 8: Configuring Time Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .434.11.1 Create a Timing Task . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

SECTION 5 OSD Menu Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 465.1 OSD menu tree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .465.2 SYS INFO display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .475.3 DOME SETTINGS submenus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

5.3.1 CAMERA PARAMETER submenus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .485.3.2 Set Motion parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .515.3.3 PATROLS submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .545.3.4 PATTERNS submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .565.3.5 PRESETS submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .585.3.6 PRIVACY MASK submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .595.3.7 SYSTEM SETTINGS submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .605.3.8 TIMING TASKS submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .645.3.9 VIDEO SETTINGS submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .655.3.10 ZONES submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

5.4 RESTORE DEFAULTS option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .675.5 RESTORE CAMERA option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .675.6 REBOOT DOME option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .685.7 LANGUAGE options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .685.8 EXIT option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

SECTION 6 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70APPENDIX A Lightning and Surge Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72APPENDIX B RS-485 Bus Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73APPENDIX C 24 Vac Wire Gauge and Transmission Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

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SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION

SECTION 1 IntroductionThe ALIBI™ HD-TVI outdoor PTZ IR camera enables you to pan, tilt and zoom in on suspicious activity and capture high definition video of wide areas such as parking lots, shopping malls and sports facilities. It features a 1/2.8” CMOS image sensor, 23x optical zoom, 16x digital zoom and delivers 1080p high definition video. The camera is also equipped with enhanced imaging features such as digital wide dynamic range (D-WDR) and 3D digital noise reduction (3D-DNR) to reduce video noise, as well as true day/night (ICR) to capture sharp detailed images in both daytime and low-light nighttime conditions. The camera system features:

• 1/2.8’’ high performance CMOS, up to 1920x1080 resolution• ±0.1°Preset Accuracy• Self-adaptive to ALIBI-C, HIKVISION, Pelco-P/D protocol• 3D intelligent positioning function• Power-off memory function: restore PTZ & Lens status after reboot• Built-in temperature sensor, with display of internal temperature• Lightning protection, surge protection and voltage transient protection• IP66 standard (outdoor dome)• RS-485 communication diagnosis• Scheduled PTZ movement• UTC (Up the Coax) function• CVBS output

For more information, refer to "SECTION 6 Specifications" on page 70.

1.1 Features

Coaxial Control

PTZ and configuration features of the camera can be managed with control signals sent by the Alibi HD-TVI DVR through the coax.

High-Definition Output

The camera provides video output resolutions up to 1080P.

Limits

The PTZ camera can be programmed to move within preset limits (left/right, up/down).

Self-adaptive Protocol

While using RS485 control, the camera is compatible with PELCO-D, PELCO-P, ALIBI-C, etc. and can adapt to these protocols without setting hardware configuration switches in the camera. While using coaxial control, the PTZ camera is self-adaptive to PELCO-D and PRIVATE-Code protocols.

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Keyboard Control

The pan/tilt/zoom actions of camera can be controlled by the Alibi DVR and the RS-485 interface.

Scan Modes

The camera provides five scanning modes: pan scanning, tilt scanning, frame scanning, random scanning and panorama scanning.

Preset Freezing

This feature freezes the scene on the monitor when the camera is moving to a preset. This allows for smooth transition from one preset scene to another. It also guarantees that masked area will not be revealed when the dome is moving to a preset.

Presets

A preset is a predefined image position. When the preset is called, the dome will automatically move to the defined position. The presets can be added, modified, deleted and called.

Label Display

On-screen labels including preset title, PT display, zoom, and time can be displayed on the monitor.

Auto Flips

In manual tracking mode, when a target object passes directly beneath the camera, the video automatically flips 180 degrees in the horizontal direction to maintain continuity of tracking. This function can also be enabled by auto mirror image.

Privacy Mask

This function allows you to block or mask certain area of a scene, for preventing the personal privacy from recording or live viewing. A masked area will move with pan and tilt functions and automatically adjust in size as the lens zooms telephoto and wide.

3D Positioning

In the client software, use the left mouse button to click on the desired position in the video image, and then drag to the lower right to form a rectangle. The camera will point at the center of the rectangle area and zoom in. Use the left mouse button to drag a rectangle area in the upper left direction to aim the camera at the center of the rectangle and zoom out.

Proportional Pan/Tilt

Proportional pan/tilt automatically reduces or increases the pan and tilt speeds according to the amount of zoom. At telephoto zoom settings, the pan and tilt speeds will be slower than at wide zoom settings. This prevents the live view image from moving in high zoom.

Auto Focus

Auto focus configures the camera to focus automatically to maintain clear video images.



Day/Night Auto Switch

The PTZ cameras deliver color images during the day. When the light level is low, the camera switches to night mode and delivers high quality black and white images.

Slow Shutter

In slow shutter mode, the shutter speed is slowed (increasing exposure) in low light conditions to produce clear video images. The feature can be enabled or disabled.

Backlight Compensation (BLC)

If you focus on an object against strong backlight, the object will often be too dark to see clearly. The BLC (Backlight Compensation) function can compensate light to the object in the front to make it clear. This sometimes causes an over-exposure of the background where the light is strong.

Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)

When both very bright and very dark areas appear simultaneously in the field of view, WDR balances the brightness level of the entire image to provide clearer images with more detail.

White Balance (WB)

White balance can remove the unrealistic color casts. White balance is the white rendition function of the camera to automatically adjust the color temperature according to the environment.

Patrol

A patrol is a memorized series of pre-defined preset functions. The scanning speed between two presets and the dwell time at the preset are configurable.

Pattern

A pattern is a memorized series of pan, tilt, zoom, and preset functions. By default the focus and iris are in auto status while the pattern is being memorized.

Power Off Memory

The dome supports the power off memory capability with the predefined resume time. It allows the dome to resume its previous position after power is restored.

Time Task

A time task is a preconfigured action that can be performed automatically at a specific date and time. The programmable actions include: pan scan, patrol 1-8, pattern 1-4, preset 1-8, panorama scan, tilt scan, day, night, and none.

Park Action

This feature configures the camera to automatically start a predefined action after a period of inactivity.


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1.2 Accessories

The following accessories are available for the ALI-PTZ30XR camera. Mounting bracket detail is shown below.

Model Type

ALI-PTZCL Ceiling Mount Bracket

ALI-PTZWB Wall Mount Bracket

ALI-PTZPM Pole Mount PTZ Bracket

ALI-PTZCM Corner Mount PTZ Bracket

ALI-PTZCL: Ceiling Mount Bracket

The Ceiling Mount Bracket is suitable for outdoor ceiling mounting.

3.52" dia.

0.39" dia. (4)2.24"

4.57" dia.



ALI-PTZWB: Wall Mount Bracket

The Wall Mount Bracket is suitable for indoor and outdoor wall mounting.

0.33" dia. (4)

G 1.5"

6.30

"

7.64

"

2.95"

3.82"12.2"

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ALI-PTZPM: Pole Mount PTZ Bracket

The Pole Mount Bracket is suitable for outdoor pole mounting. The straps can attach to a 2.64" ~ 5.00" diameter pole.

2.68

"2.

68"7.

64"

7.64

"

5.63"

3.94" dia.

G 1.5"

12.2" 4.61"



ALI-PTZCM: Corner Mount PTZ Bracket

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6.96"

G 1.5"

16.52"

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SECTION 2: INSTALLATION

SECTION 2 InstallationBefore you start, check the package contents and make sure that the device in the package is in good condition and all the assembly parts are included. Included are:

• 24 Vac power supply• Installation tools, bracket adapter• Installation guide (this user manual)

Mounting brackets are sold separately.

2.1 Setup the camera address and baud rate DIP switches

Ten DIP switches located inside the camera are used to manually configure the RS-485 device address (0 .. 32), baud rate, protocol and 120 Ω end of line termination. The device address and baud rate can also be configured remotely through the OSD (on-screen display) using a control console, DVR or DVS (see "SECTION 4 Configuring the PTZ Camera" on page 19 for more information). The default device address is 0, the default baudrate is 2400, and the default 120 Ω end of line termination is off.

DIP switches are accessed by removing the maintenance cover on the back of the camera head.

Captive screws

Maintenance cover

DIP switches

ALI-TP7012RH back of camera head with cover on (left) and off (right)


DIP switches are allocated as shown in the following table.

Switch Function

1 to 5 Set the device address

6, 7 Set the RS-422/485 baudrate

8, 9 Set the protocol for the camera

10 Provides RS-422/485 120 Ω line termination*

* Refer to "APPENDIX B RS-485 Bus Connection" on page 73 for more information.

To configure the DIP switches:

1. Loosen the four captive screws on the back of the camera head, and then lift off the maintenance cover.

2. Set DIP switches 1 .. 9 OFF or ON for the device address, buadrate and protocol as preferred using the following tables.

Device Address

DIP switch

1 2 3 4 5

0 OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF

1 ON OFF OFF OFF OFF

2 OFF ON OFF OFF OFF

3 ON ON OFF OFF OFF

4 OFF OFF ON OFF OFF

5 ON OFF ON OFF OFF

6 OFF ON ON OFF OFF

7 ON ON ON OFF OFF

8 OFF OFF OFF ON OFF

9 ON OFF OFF ON OFF

10 OFF ON OFF ON OFF

11 ON ON OFF ON OFF

12 OFF OFF ON ON OFF

13 ON OFF ON ON OFF

14 OFF ON ON ON OFF

15 ON ON ON ON OFF

16 OFF OFF OFF OFF ON

17 ON OFF OFF OFF ON

18 OFF ON OFF OFF ON

19 ON ON OFF OFF ON


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Device Address

DIP switch

1 2 3 4 5

21 ON OFF ON OFF ON

22 OFF ON ON OFF ON

23 ON ON ON OFF ON

24 OFF OFF OFF ON ON

25 ON OFF OFF ON ON

26 OFF ON OFF ON ON

27 ON ON OFF ON ON

28 OFF OFF ON ON ON

29 ON OFF ON ON ON

30 OFF ON ON ON ON

31 ON ON ON ON ON

NOTE

• If you are installing several RS-485 network devices at the same time, manually setting the DIP switches for address and baud rate will help reduce connectivity issues during the initial setup of those devices.

• By default, the RS-485 line terminator is open (not in use).

Baud rate (bps)

DIP switch

6 7

2400 OFF OFF

4800 ON OFF

9600 OFF ON

19200 ON ON

Protocol

DIP switch

8 9

Self-adaptive OFF OFF

Pelco P OFF ON

Pelco P ON OFF

AD Manchester ON ON

3. Reinstall the maintenance cover.



2.2 Camera installation

The camera can be mounted to a wall, post, on a corner, or to a ceiling using one of the brackets available for this camera. See "1.2 Accessories" on page 4 for bracket types and models. The example shown in this section illustrates camera installation with the ALI-PTZWB Wall Mount Bracket. Since camera installation with other bracket types is similar, use this procedure as a general guide for installing the camera with those brackets.

NOTE

• The wall must be thick enough to mount the expansion screws.• The wall must be strong enough to withstand more than 4 times the weight of the dome and its accessories.

1. Prepare the mounting surface for the camera.

a. Obtain the best fasteners for attaching the camera mount bracket to the mounting surface. The fasteners must fit the wall mount bracket.

b. Position the wall mount bracket in the location where you want to install it, then use it as a guide to mark the location of the screw holes.

Screws (4)

Set screw (2)

Wall mount installation

c. Drill four screw holes according to the screw holes on the wall mount.

d. Drill a 1-1/4” hole in the mounting surface between the mounting screws appropriate for the camera drop and interface cables.

e. If the mounting bracket has a threaded end, screw the bracket adapter into the bracket sprout until it is snug, and then tighten the set screw(s) in the mounting bracket to hold the adapter in place.

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Loop for safety cable

Set screw (2)

Bracket adapter

f. Secure the mounting bracket to the wall with four screws.

Screws

2. Clip the camera safety cable to the loop on the mounting bracket.

3. Route the camera drop cables through the mounting bracket and through the wall.

4. Fit the coupling at the top of the camera assembly into the end of the mounting bracket (or adapter), and then rotate the camera clockwise about ½ turn. See the drawing below.




Safety cable

Lock screw (2)

Coupling

Drop cable

Secure the camera to the bracket

5. Route the camera drop cables through the hole for them drilled in the mounting surface.

6. Fit the coupling at the top of the camera assembly into the end of the mounting bracket (or adapter), and then rotate the camera clockwise about ½ turn. See the drawing above.

7. Tighten the set screw(s) in the mounting bracket (or bracket adapter) to hold the camera in place.

8. Remove all protective packaging from camera.

2.2.1 Connecting the cables

Before you start, remove power from the power supply cables before connect them to the camera power cables.

The cable interfaces of camera is shown below. Two video outputs are provided: one using HD-TVI technology that must connect to an HD-TVI compatible device, such as a Hybrid DVR, and a CVBS (NTSC) video output that can connect to any NTSC compatible device. The RS-485 interface, power and ground cables are distinguished by different colors. Please refer to the labels on the cables and the figure below for identification.

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Red 24 Vac Yel/Grn Ground Black 24 Vac

Yellow RS-485 – Orange RS-485 +

White - HD-TVI Video output

Black - CVBS Video output

Drop cable connections

Connect the drop cable to supporting devices:

1. Route extension cables for ground, power, video (HD-TVI and CVBS), alarms and RSS-485 between the devices to be connected and the camera as needed.

2. Connect the camera ground cable to an earth ground. Follow local electrical codes for specific requirements.

3. Connect the camera HD-TVI video drop cable to an HD-TVI compatible device, such as an ALIBI HD-TVI hybrid video recorder (HVR).

4. Connect the CVBS video drop cable to an NTSC video compatible device, if needed.

5. Connect the RS-485 drop cables to an RS-485 network if needed. Refer to "APPENDIX B RS-485 Bus Connection" on page 73 for more information.

6. Connect the 24 Vac camera cables to a 24 Vac power source. See the Specifications section of power requirements. The power adapter provided is adequate to supply power to the camera.

7. Apply power to the camera. When the camera powers on, an information display appears (see below). (NOTE: The image below shows only the display information. A video image stream from the camera will appear in the background.)



Typical System Power-up Initial display (without background video stream)

8. Continue with the next section of this manual to setup the camera through the OSD.

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SECTION 3: GETTING STARTED

SECTION 3 Getting Started

NOTE In the screen captures shown in this section, the background (Live View) image was removed for clarity.

3.1 Power-up initial display

After the power is applied, the camera will perform a series of self-tests including lens functions, the panning movement and tilting movement. After the power-up self-tests complete, the system information screen is displayed for 2 minutes on top of the live view screen. An example is shown below.

Power-up Initial display

Important information about the camera settings is shown in the system information display. See below.

System Information Description

SN The serial number of the camera.

ADDRESS The default communication address of the camera.

COM FORMAT The communication settings of the RS-485 interface: baud rate (4 digits), data bit (1 digit) and stop bit (1 digit).

PROTOCOL Protocol configuration for communicating with other devices.

FIRMWARE The version of the firmware.

HARDWARE The version of the hardware

BUILD DATE The date when the software was compiled. The format is "YY MM DD".

TILT CHECKED The tilt test was successful.

PAN CHECKED The pan test was successful.

If the address of your camera is the same as another camera on the RS-485 network, one of them has to change. Also, if the communication parameters (COM FORMAT) are not the same as the settings on RS-485 network, they must be configured to match. Use the features with your control keyboard, DVR, or DVS to configure these parameters.



3.1.1 Basic operations

You can control the camera using a device such as a RS-485 control keyboard, an ALIBI HVR, or Microsoft Internet Explorer connected t the HVR.

NOTE Ensure that the communication settings and address for the camera are configured properly in the controlling device.

Panning and tilting: Click the direction buttons to control the movement of the camera.

Zooming: Click the ZOOM in/out buttons to adjust the zoom.

Focusing: Click the FOCUS+ and FOCUS- buttons to adjust the focus.

Iris: Click the IRIS+ and IRIS- buttons to adjust the iris.

3.2 System-defined Presets

The camera system includes special functions that can be initiated by calling a preset number through a control device such as a DVS. These presets are fixed and cannot be edited. To call the system-defined presets remotely, you can choose the preset number from the list in the PTZ control panel. For instance, preset 99 is the Start auto scan. If you call preset 99, the camera starts the auto scan function. The table below lists the preset numbers and functions defined for the system.

Table 1. System-defined presets

Preset No. Function Preset No. Function

33 Auto-flip 93 Set manual limit stops

34 Return to home position 94 Remote reboot

35 Patrol 1 95 Access main menu

36 Patrol 2 96 Stop scanning

37 Patrol 3 97 Start random scanning

38 Patrol 4 98 Start frame scanning

39 IR cut filter in 99 Start auto scanning

40 IR cut filter out 100 Start tilt scanning

41 Pattern 1 101 Start panorama scanning

42 Pattern 2 102 Patrol 5



46 Enable fast patrol 105 Patrol 8

92 Enable limit stops

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3.3 On Screen Displays

The camera supports following on screen displays:

• Zoom Ratio: Identifies the amount of magnification. The format is ZXXX. where “XXX” is the zoom amount.• PT Angle: Displays panning and tilting direction, with the format of NEXXX TYYY, where “XXX” indicates the degrees in north

east (NE) direction, and “YYY” indicates the degrees in tilt position.• Time: Displays Day/Month/Year/Day and Week/Hour/Minute. It supports 24-hour time format.• Zone: Display the zone title. • Address: Display the address of the camera. • Error Rate: Display the error rate of the camera.• Fan and Heat: Display the heat information of the camera.


SECTION 4: CONFIGURING THE PTZ CAMERA

SECTION 4 Configuring the PTZ CameraThis section includes steps for the initial setup and configuration of your PTZ camera. For additional information on the using the configurable features of the camera, refer to "SECTION 5 OSD Menu Reference" on page 46.

The on-screen display OSD menus are used to configure the video image setup, presets, patrols, time tasks, patterns, motion, privacy zones, and alarms. Common setup tasks include configuration of the following:

• Image parameters: Image parameters include focus, zoom limit, Day/Night mode, noise reduction, sharpness, wide dynamic range, iris, gain, shutter speed, exposure, white balance, privacy and OSD settings.

• Presets: Presets are user-definable settings for pointing the camera at a specific field of view. Each of the user-definable presets can be programmed to use pan, tilt, zoom, iris, and other settings. When a preset is called, the dome will automatically move to the defined position. You can modify, delete and call each preset you define.

• Tours: Tours are composed of a combination of Presets that are called automatically and sequentially. For each preset called, a configurable dwell time, the pause time for each preset, is applied.

• Pattern: A pattern is a memorized, repeating series of pan, tilt, zoom, and preset functions that can be recalled with a command from a controller or automatically by a configured function (alarm, park, time task, or power-up). By default, focus and iris are in auto status when the preset is being memorized.

• Time Task: A time task is a pre-configured action that is performed automatically at a specific date and time. The programmable actions include: preset 1-8, pattern 1-4, patrol 1-4, pan scan, tilt scan, random scan, frame scan, panorama scan, day/night mode or none.

• Privacy zones are portions of the field of view that are blocked (for privacy) or sensed for motion.

The camera OSD menus can be accessed in three ways:

• Through the PTZ Control panel in the HVR. When using this method, many setup parameters are saved in the HVR. This method is perhaps the easiest. Specific instructions for using this method are in the ALIBI HVR user manual.

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• Using the PTZ control panel in the remote access interface to the HVR. When configuring the camera using the OSD menus, setup parameters are saved in the camera.

• Using a compatible PTZ controller on an RS-485 network that is also connected to the PTZ camera. With this method, setup parameters are saved in the camera.



4.1 OSD menu

The menu structure of the on-screen display (OSD) is shown below.

You can control the camera directly through the OSD by connecting it to an ALIBI HD-TVI capable DVR (HVR) and either using the PTZ Control menu, or by logging into the HVR remotely and using the web interface PTZ control panel.

4.2 Opening the OSD menu

4.2.1 ALIBI HVR PTZ OSD Main Menu

To open the OSD menu on the HVR monitor:

1. Open the HVR Live View screen, and then click inside the screen where the PTZ camera video image is displayed. See below.

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1. Click the PTZ Control icon in the Quick Setting Toolbar. The PTZ camera Live View window will expand to full screen and the pop-up window shown below will open.

Menu icon

2. In the PTZ Control panel pop-up window, click the Menu icon on the Configuration line.



3. Drag the PTZ Control window to a position where it doesn’t cover the OSD menu (such as the lower-right corner.

NOTE

The PTZ Control window direction buttons and the Iris + and Iris - keys are used to navigate the OSD menu and set configuration options in the camera.

4.2.2 ALIBI HVR remote access PTZ OSD Main Menu

To open the PTZ OSD menu during a remote login to the HVR:

1. After logging into the HVR, open the PTZ camera in a single Live View window.

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2. In the PTZ control panel, scroll down the Preset list to Preset95, click the entry to highlight it, and then click the Call icon. See below. The OSD MAIN MENUS screen will open.

PTZ control panel

Preset95 Call icon

NOTE

The PTZ control panel direction buttons and the Iris + and Iris - keys are used to navigate the OSD menu and set configuration options in the camera.

4.2.3 OSD menu navigation

For the ALIBI HVR: Navigation and settings in the OSD are made through direction keys and the Iris + and Iris - buttons in the ALIBI HVR PTZ Control panel. See below.

Direction keys Iris+ Iris–

Iris- Iris+ Direction keys

Preset List

Cont. Pan

Patrol Paths

Aux Focus

ALIBI HVR PTZ control panel ALIBI HVR remote access PTZ control panel



For remote access to the ALIBI HVR: Navigation and settings in the OSD are made through direction keys and the Iris+ and Iris- buttons in the ALIBI HVR PTZ control panel. See above.

The function of the directional keys and Iris buttons are defined in the table below.

Icon Function

p Move up in the parameter list, or when the position icon is , change parameter value (up) shown.

q Move down in the parameter list, or when the position icon is , change parameter value (down) shown.

t Move to previous page, field, or move the camera left.

u Move to next page, field, or move field right.

Iris+ (OPEN) Select parameter, set parameter value, or open sub-menu.

Iris– (CLOSE) Cancel change of parameter.

( p , q , t , u ) can move the position in the menu up (to parameter above, or previous parameter value), down, left (to next screen), or right (to previous screen).

Position icons

NOTE For clarity, the video background was removed from most OSD screens shown in the following sections of this document.

Position icons that appear on the OSD menus indicate whether the OSD is in “navigation” mode (for moving throughout the menu system) or “parameter setting” mode, where parameter values can be changed. These position icons appear as diamond-shaped symbols that appear to the left of an OSD parameter line. Examine the typical menus shown below, where the diamond symbols precede the first line of each menu.

Menu with OSD in navigation mode

Position icons

Menu with OSD in parameter setting mode

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Definitions

Position Icon Definition

Click Iris+ (OPEN) to open the submenu.

Click p or q to move up or down in the parameter list.

Click Iris+ (OPEN) to open the submenu or select parameter to change, click p or q to show parameter value, and then click Iris+ to use the parameter value shown and return to mode.

Click u to move to the next page.

Click t or Iris+ (OPEN) to move to the previous page.

Select parameter value with p or q keys. Click Iris+ (OPEN) to select the parameter value, and return to mode.

Menu operations via the IE browser of a DVR will be used for the example in this chapter.

4.3 Using the OSD menu system

To open the Main Menus:

1. Access the DVR with an internet browser.

2. View the live video from the camera.

3. Select the camera in the Live View interface. When the camera is selected, it’s live view display is surrounded by an orange border.

4. Call Preset95 from the preset list in the PTZ control panel of the DVR.

Main Menus




To move the cursor and operate the menu:

• Move the cursor up/down: In the PTZ panel of the remote interface, click the p and q direction buttons to move the cursor up and down in the menu.

• BACK / EXIT: In the OSD menus, control panel of the live view interface of the DVR: — If the position icon is at BACK, click IRIS+ (OPEN) to go back to the previous menu. If the position icon is at EXIT, click

IRIS+ to close the OSD. — Move the cursor to EXIT in the menu. Click IRIS+ to close the OSD.

Page up / page down: There is no RETURN or NEXT menu items for turning a page up or down. On control panel of the live view interface of the DVR, you can click the left and right direction buttons to turn the page up or down.

To change the value of a parameter:

1. Move the cursor to the target item, and then click IRIS+. The cursor ( ) will change to a hollow diamond ( ).

2. Click the p and q direction buttons in the PTZ control panel to cycle through the list of options for the parameter.

3. Click IRIS+ to confirm the change or click IRIS- to cancel and restore the original value. The hollow diamond ( ) mark will revert to the previous icon.

4.4 Step 1: Configuring CAMERA SETTINGS

You can set the camera parameters including focus, shutter speed, iris, etc. Configuring image parameters for the camera includes several tasks (see below). The CAMERA PARAMETER submenu include five pages, each with no additional submenu. To open the CAMERA PARAMETERS submenus.

1. Go to MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS | CAMERA SETTINGS

Camera Settings page 1 Camera Settings page 2

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Camera Settings page 5

To change a parameter (refer to "5.3.1 CAMERA PARAMETER submenus" on page 49 for parameter definitions):

1. When the position icon is either a , or , use the p and q buttons to position the icon at the parameter you want to change.

2. Click Iris+. The position icon will change to a .

3. Use the p and q buttons to show the parameter to what you prefer.

4. Click Iris+ again to change the parameter. The position icon will change to a .

5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 above to change the settings of other parameters. Parameters are described below.

Parameter definitions

• AE mode. AE mode defines the priority of the iris, shutter and gain when the camera adjusts the brightness of the video. The options in AE MODE are as follows:

— AUTO: Auto iris, auto shutter and auto gain. The camera adjusts these values automatically responding to the lighting conditions. This is the default mode.



— IRIS: Selects iris-priority mode to set the iris value manually. The shutter and gain values will be adjusted automatically according to the lighting conditions.

— SHUTTER: Select shutter-priority mode set the shutter value manually. The iris and gain values will be adjusted automatically according to the lighting conditions.

— MANUAL: Select this setting to adjust the shutter, iris and gain values manually. • BLC LEVEL: You can manually adjust the backlight compensation level.• BLC/WDR: You can set the BLC/WDR (backlight compensation / wide dynamic range) to ON or OFF to enable or disable the

function. You can manually adjust the backlight compensation level. • CHROMA SUPPRESS: You can adjust the value of CHROMA SUPPRESS between 0, 1, 2 and 3 to suppress the color noises in

low lighting environment. Higher setting values produce stronger chroma suppressing effects.• CONTRAST: adjust the image contrast on CONTRAST submenu between 0 and 7. • D/N LEVEL. The D/N level is the switching sensitivity for AUTO mode. As a dividing line, IR cut filter switches between DAY and

NIGHT when the light condition reaches the user-defined D/N level. Three levels are selectable: 0, 1 and 2. • EXPOSURE COMPensation: Set the EXPOSURE COMP value from 0 (darken) to 14 (lighten). The default value is 7.• FOCUS: Focus settings include:

— AF (Auto-focus): The lens remains in focus during PTZ movements. — MF (Manual Focus): To adjust the focus manually with the Focus+ and Focus– buttons. — HAF (Half-auto Focus): The camera automatically focuses once after panning, tilting and zooming.

• FOCUS LIMIT: This function is used to limit the minimum focus distance. You can configure the focus limit to a longer distance when the target is at a distance to prevent the camera from focusing on the objects close to it; or configure the focus limit to a shorter distance when the target is near the camera to prevent it from focusing on objects father away. You can set the FOCUS LIMIT to 1CM, 30CM, 1M, 3M, 5M or AUTO.

• GAIN: The value of gain indicates the degree of amplification of the original light signal. You can set the value from 0 to 15.• GAIN LIMIT: You can set this function to limit the gain value. The GAIN LIMIT value ranges from 0 to 15.• HLC: High Light Compensation (HLC) masks strong light sources that usually flare across a scene. This makes it possible to see

the detail of the image that would normally be hidden. The value ranges from 0 to 3.• INIT LENS: Use INIT LENS to trigger a spontaneous lens initiation for ensuring the normal operation. This option can be ON or

OFF. • IRIS: To adjust the iris size for light entering the lens, you can set the IRIS value manually according to light conditions. The iris

value ranges from 0 (closed) to 17 (fully open).• IRCUT FILTER: You can configure this option as follows:

— AUTO: The camera switches automatically from Black and White mode (NIGHT) and Color mode (DAY) in response to lightening conditions (default).

— NIGHT (B/W): The IR cut filter will switch to NIGHT mode to increase the sensitivity in low light conditions. You can also call Preset40 to set the IR cut filter to NIGHT mode.

— DAY (Color): The IR cut filter will perform in DAY mode (normal lighting conditions). You can also call Preset39 to set the IR cut filter mode to DAY mode.

NOTE You can also call preset 39 to set the IR cut filter mode to DAY mode and call preset 40 to set it as NIGHT mode.

• SATURATION: The SATURATION value ranges from 0 to 7. Adjust this parameter for the best picture quality.

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• SCENE MODE: Adjust the scene for the overall best video performance in the surveillance environment. You can select either INDOOR or OUTDOOR.

• SHARPNESS: The sharpness function can increase the gain of the image and sharpen the edges of the picture to enhance details. You can set the SHARPNESS level from 0 to 15.

• SHUTTER (speed): If you set the SHUTTER value larger, the shutter speed is faster. The value indicates the inverse of the shutter speed (1/value seconds). At faster speeds, the amount of light entering the lens is less causing the image to be darker, but motion blur is less. You can set the shutter value to 1, 2, 4, 8, 15, 30, 50, 125, 180, 250, 500, 1000, 2000, 4000 or 10000.

• SLOW SHUTTER: You can set the SLOW SHUTTER value to 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5.• WHITE BALANce: You can set the WHITE BALANCE mode to any of the following:

— AUTO: In Auto mode, the camera adjusts the color balance according to the current color temperature. — INDOOR, OUTDOOR: These modes are for indoor use and outdoor use respectively. — SELFDEF: In SELFDEF you can adjust the color temperature, the RED and BLUE values, manually. — ATW: In auto-tracking mode, white balance is adjusted continuously to accord with the color temperature of the scene

illumination. — HAUTO: Selecting this mode, the viewed image retains color balance automatically according to the current color

temperature.• IMAGE FLIP: If you turn the IMAGE FLIP function on, the image will be flipped horizontally. It is like the image in the mirror.• ZOOM SPEED: You can set the zoom speed to LOW, MEDIUM or HIGH. • ZOOM LIMIT: You can set the zoom limit to 23, 46, 92, 184 or 368. The ZOOM LIMIT value varies depending on the model of

the camera.

4.4.1 Configure video settings

The VIDEO SETTINGS submenu is used to set the video frame rate. Options are 25, 30, 50, 60 fps. For this camera, the base video resolution is 720P. To change the frame rate:

1. Open the VIDEO SETTINGS submenu.

2. Move the position icon to the VIDEO STD option, and then click Iris+.

3. Use the p and q buttons to show the frame rate you prefer, and then click Iris+ again to confirm the setting.



4.5 Step 2: Configure Privacy Mask

The PRIVACY MASK submenu is used to create privacy masks. These masks are used to cover sensitive areas on the live video to prevent that content from appearing in live view and recorded video. The masks cover the same areas even when the camera pans or tilts, and they automatically adjust their size when the lens zoom changes. You can create up to 8 privacy masks. To create a masks:

1. Open the PRIVACY submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS menu.

2. Click Iris+ to change the MASK NO field.

3. Use the p and q buttons to change the number shown for the masks number. Privacy masks can be numbered from 1 .. 8.

4. Move the marker to the SET MASK line, and then click IRIS+ to create a mask.

5. Move the position icon to the SET MASK option, and then click Iris+. The POS (position) adjustment screen will open.

6. Use the t, u, p and q buttons to position the masks box over the center of the area you want to block (see left screen above).

7. Click the Focus+ button to open the SIZE adjustment screen (see right screen above). Use the Use the u and t buttons to increase and decrease the with of the mask, and use the p and q buttons to increase or decrease the height of the mask.

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8. Click IRIS+ to save the mask. When you return to the PRIVACY MASK menu, the MASK STATUS will be ON, and an empty rectangle will appear over the area where the mask was established.

9. Use steps 2 through 8 above to create additional mask if needed.

4.6 Step 3: Configuring SYSTEM SETTINGS

The SYSTEM SETTINGS submenus are provided to adjust the general system parameters including software setup of the RS-485 network settings, fan and heat control, and other options. It also includes two submenus for setting the system time and display options, and an additional screen for setting the ZERO ANGLE. To configure these settings:

1. Open the SYSTEM SETTINGS submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS (page 1) menu. The SYSTEM SETTINGS submenu includes three pages; you can move between these pages using the u and the t buttons.

SYSTEM SETTINGS page 1 SYSTEM SETTINGS page 2

SYSTEM SETTINGS page 3

To change a parameter value:

2. Use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to the parameter you want to change, and then click Iris+. The position icon will change to a . NOTE: If the position icon is before SYSTEM TIME or DISPLAY SETTINGS, a submenu will open. See "4.6.1 Setting SYSTEM TIME" on page 34.




4. Click Iris+ again to change the parameter. The position icon will change to either a , or .

5. Repeat steps 1 through 3 above to change other parameters, if needed. See the list below.

Parameters include three pages:

Page 1:

• SET SOFT ADDR: If the SET SOFT ADDR is set ON, the soft address is the valid address for connecting the camera. The SOFT ADDRESS ranges from 1 to 255. If the SET SOFT ADDR is set as OFF, the hard address set by the DIP switch is the valid address of the camera.

• SOFT BAUDRATE: You can select either 2400, 4800, 9600 or 19200. If the SET SOFT BAUD is set to OFF, the baud rate is set by the hardware DIP switches.

• SET SOFT BAUD: If the SET SOFT BAUD is set to ON, SOFT BAUDRATE is the valid baud rate for the camera. You can select either 2400, 4800, 9600 or 19200. If the SET SOFT BAUD is set to OFF, the baud rate is set by the hardware DIP switches.

• BROADCAST ADDRESS: When the BROADCAST ADDRESS is set to ON, the control devices with address 0 can control the camera remotely regardless of the address of the camera. This function is usually used for debugging.

• PELCO CHECKSUM: If the camera uses PELCO-P or PELCO-D protocol, you can set the PELCO CHECKSUM to ON to improve the video quality.

• SYSTEM TIME: Opens the system time setting display. In this display, you can set the date and time. See "4.6.1 Setting SYSTEM TIME" on page 34.

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• ANGLE ZERO: Set this parameter when the camera is pointed directly north (or consider north). If the P/T ANGLE display parameter is ON, the camera direction (N, NE, E, SE, etc.) is displayed in the Live View window.

• DISPLAY SETTINGS: You can enable or disable the on-screen display of PTZ movements, alarms, time, presets, zone, address, error rate, and fan/heat show, etc. See "4.6.2 Configuring DISPLAY SETTINGS" on page 34. .

• HEAT CONTROL: You can set the internal HEAT CONTROL to TEMP (controlled by temperature), ON or OFF.• FAN CONTROL: You can set the internal FAN CONTROL to TEMP (controlled by temperature), ON or OFF. • EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization) SETTINGS: Select either ON or OFF for this feature. See EIS LEVEL below. • EIS LEVEL: The EIS level can be set from 0 .. 3 as needed. • PRESET FOCUS (direct focus): You can set the preset direct focus function to ON or OFF.

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• PROTOCOL STATUS: Set PROTOCOL STATUS to ON to enable a user-defined protocol. • PROTOCOL: You can set this option to AUTO MATCH (self adaptive), PELCO-P, PELCO-D, or ALIBI-C. • 485 CHECK: You can set this option to ON or AUTO to improve the PTZ/OSD controls response. ON: detects the protocol,

address and baud rate all the time. It will display error info when information is not correct or the device has an error. AUTO: it will stop detecting once the correct info has been detected.

• MEMORY TIME:

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• COAXIAL CONTROL: Enable/Disable the Up to Coax function. I.E., both the video stream and control signals are passed through the coax. PELCO-C and AUTO are protocol).

• PROTOCOL - C: Used for controlling the camera through COAX using RS-485 features.

4.6.1 Setting SYSTEM TIME

1. Open the SYSTEM TIME submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS menu.

2. On SYSTEM SETTINGS page 1, move the position icon to SYSTEM TIME, and then click Iris+. A time setting window will open. The display shows the current year, month, day (Y - M - D) and hour, minute and second (H - M - S) in two-digit format.

3. Use the p and q buttons to change the first two digits if needed, and then click the u button to advance the cursor to the next field, and change it as needed using the p and q buttons.

4. Repeat the previous step until the current date and time is shown, and then click Iris+ to save the settings and return to the SYSTEM SETTINGS menu.

4.6.2 Configuring DISPLAY SETTINGS

The DISPLAY SETTINGS submenu provides options to show several system parameters on the live view display. You can enable or disable the on-screen display of PTZ movements, alarms, time, presets, zone, address, error rate, and fan/heat show, etc.

When PT SHOW is set to ON, the camera displays a viewing direction code when you manually rotate the camera. Codes are shown in the table below.

Display N* NE E SE S SW W NW

Indication* North Northeast East Southeast South Southwest West Northwest

* The north direction refers to the 0º angle (angle zero).



NOTE When calling a preset, the preset number is displayed if both ZOOM SHOW and PT SHOW are enabled.

To use these features:

1. Open the DISPLAY SETTINGS submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS (page 1) | SYSTEM SETTINGS (page 2) | DISPLAY SETTINGS menu.

DISPLAY SETTINGS page 1 DISPLAY SETTINGS page 2

1. Use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to the parameter you want to change, and then click Iris+. The position icon will change to a .



4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 above to change other parameters, as needed.

5. Move to the DISPLAY SETTINGS page 2, and the repeat steps 1 through 3 above to change other parameters, as needed.

4.7 Step 4: Configuring MOTION SETTINGS parameters

Most PTZ control parameters are configured in the MOTION SETTINGS submenu. These parameters affect how the camera will move from one surveillance target to another. To configure MOTION settings:

1. Open the MOTION SETTINGS submenu from the MAIN MENU | DOME SETTINGS (page 1) menu.

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MOTION menu page 1 MOTION menu page 2

2. Use the u and the t buttons to move between MOTION page 1 and page 2, as needed.

3. When the position icon is either a , or , use the p and q buttons to position the icon at the parameter you want to change. Parameters include:

— AUTO FLIP: In manual tracking mode, when a target object moves directly beneath the camera, the camera automatically rotates 90 degrees horizontally (flips) for tracking. The default setting of AUTO-FLIP is ON for this camera model.

— DOME SPEED: Dome speed sets the manual movement speed of the camera. Dome speed is adjustable from 1 .. 10. — IMAGE FREEZE: This feature enables the live view to switch directly from one scene defined by a preset to another,

without showing the middle areas between these two to improve the surveillance efficiency. — ENABLE LIMITS: Controls the limit setting feature. See "4.7.1 Limit Setting" on page 37. — LIMIT SETTING: The camera can be programmed to move within the configurable limit stops (left/right, up/down). See

"4.7.1 Limit Setting" on page 37. — PARK ACTion: The action the camera will automatically perform after a pre-defined period (PARK TIME) of inactivity. — PRESET SPEED: the speed of calling a preset can be set from level 1 to 8. The higher levels will call a preset faster. — PROPORTIONAL PANning: When this function is enabled, the pan/tilt speed changes according to the amount of zoom.

If using high zoom, the pan/tilt speed is slowed to keep the image from moving too fast on the live view display. You can set PROPORTIONAL PAN to ON or OFF to enable/disable the function. This function is enabled automatically while setting patterns.

— SCAN SPEED: Scan speed defines the scan degree per second of a panning scan, tilting scan, frame scan, random scan and panoramic scan. Scan speed is adjustable from 1 to 40 degrees per second.

4. Click Iris+. The position icon will change to a . NOTE: When the position icon is in front of SETTING STOPS and CLEAR STOPS, clicking Iris+ will open a different screen.



7. Repeat steps 2 through 6 above to change the settings of other parameters.



4.7.1 Limit Setting

If you opened LIMIT SETTING, you can configure the scan range limits left, up, right and down. To set stops:

1. Use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to the LIMIT SETTING option, and then click Iris+.

2. Use the u and the t buttons to move point the camera at the LEFT limit, and then click Iris+ to continue.

LIMIT SETTING menus - Left, Up, Right, Down

3. Use the u and the t buttons to move point the camera at the RIGHT limit, and then click Iris+ to continue.

4. Use the p and the q buttons to move point the camera at the UP limit, and then click Iris+ to continue.

5. Use the p and the q buttons to move point the camera at the DOWN limit, and then click Iris+ to continue.

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6. Use the p and the q buttons to move position icon to LIMIT SETTINGS, and then click Iris+ to change the setting.

7. Use the p or q buttons switch the LIMIT SETTINGS option to ON, and then click Iris+ to change the setting.

4.8 Step 5: Configure Presets

A preset is a setup that points the camera in the direction you define. After a preset is defined, you can call the preset to move the camera to that direction. Presets can grouped to play consecutively in a "Patrol" (See "4.9 Step 6: Configure Patrols" on page 39). There is no preset menu in the OSD. You can set presets with the PTZ panel of the control device or a keyboard, and then call the preset through the recorder PTZ panel or through a remote login.

4.8.1 Create a Preset

1. Open the PRESETS submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS menu.

2. Click Iris+ to change the PRESET NO. field.

3. Use the p and q buttons to change the number shown for the preset number. Presets can be numbered from 1 .. 256, except for the system defined preset shown in "Table 1. System-defined presets" on page 17.

4. Click IRIS+ to create the preset.



5. Move the position icon to the PRESET PTZ option, and then click Iris+.

6. Use the focus, zoom and iris controls and direction buttons to point the camera at your preset target, then click Iris+ to save the preset and return to the PRESETS menu.

7. Repeat steps 2 through 6 above to create additional presets.

4.8.2 Call a preset

Through a web browser connected to your DVR, select the preset number from the preset list in the control panel of the DVR, then click the icon to call the preset.

4.8.3 Clear a preset:

1. Open the PRESETS menu, and then select the PRESET NO. to clear.

2. Move the position icon to the CLEAR option, click Iris+, and then click Iris+ again to confirm the action.

4.9 Step 6: Configure Patrols

A patrol is a memorized series of preset function. Before configuring a patrol, the presets that will become part of a patrol must be created. When creating a patrol, each preset is assigned a Dwell time, the duration the camera pauses on the preset before moving to the next preset in the patrol. You can create up to 10 patrols, and then invoke both automatically or manually when needed.

4.9.1 Create a patrol

1. Open the PATROL submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS menu.

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2. Click Iris+ to change the PATROL NO field.

3. Use the p and q buttons to change the number shown for the patrol number. Patrols can be numbered from 1 .. 10.

4. Click IRIS+ to create the patrol.

5. Use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to the EDIT PATROL option, and then click Iris+ to open the edit screen.

6. On the first line (NUM 1) of the edit screen, click the u buttons to move the position icon to the PST (preset) field.

7. Use the p and q buttons to select the first preset of the patrol. This will be the first surveillance target the camera points at when the patrol is executed.

8. Click the u buttons to move the position icon to the DWELL field, and then use the p and q buttons to select the dwell time (time to stay on the preset target before changing to the next preset of the patrol). Dwell time can be 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 40, etc. seconds.

9. Click the u buttons to move the position icon to the SPD (speed) field, and then use the p and q buttons to select the relative speed at which the camera moves to the preset. Values for the SPD field can be 1 .. 40.

10. Click the t buttons three times to return to the NUM column, and then click the q to advance to the nest row.

11. Repeat the procedure in steps 6 through 10 above add additional presets to the patrol as needed.



12. Click IRIS+ to save the patrol setup and return to the PATROLS menu.

NOTE

If you call Preset46 to enable the fast patrol, the camera will execute the patrol automatically according to the route configured in preset 1 to preset 32. You can also set the Patrol-D (dwell) time for switching from one preset to another. Patrol-D can be set to 5S, 10S, 20S, 30S, or 60S.

4.9.2 Preview a patrol

1. In the PATROLS menu, move the position icon to the PATROL NO option, and then click Iris+.

2. Use the p and q buttons to select the number of the patrol you want to preview, and then click Iris+.

3. Move the position icon to the PREVIEW option, and then click Iris+. The patrol you selected will play indefinitely.

4. Click Iris+ again to stop the preview and return to the PATROLS menu.

4.9.3 Call a patrol

You can call some patrols (Patrol 1 .. 10) using system-defined presets. To do that:

1. Open a web browser, and log into the DVR connected to your PTZ camera.

2. Open the live view display of the camera.

3. In the PTZ control panel, select the system-defined preset number corresponding to the patrol number you want to execute (see "Table 1. System-defined presets" on page 17), and then click the Call icon. For example, if you call Preset35, you will execute Patrol 1. The patrol will execute indefinitely.

4.9.4 Delete a patrol


2. Use the p and q buttons to select the number of the patrol you want to delete, and then click Iris+.

3. Move the position icon to the CLEAR PATH option, and then click Iris+, and then click Iris+ again to delete the patrol.

4.10 Step 7: Configuring Patterns

A pattern is a memorized, repeatable series of panning, tilting, zooming and preset movements that can be recalled by a command or automatically performed by a configured function (alarm, park, time task, and power-up). You can configure up to 5 patterns.

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4.10.1 Create a pattern

1. Open the PATTERNS submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS menu.

NOTE

• REMAIN MEMORY indicates the remaining memory of the camera for configuring patterns. When it reaches 0, no more patterns can be configured. You can also see the remaining memory shown under PATTERNS menu as REMAINING.

• Panning/tilting movements and lens operations cannot be memorized simultaneously.

2. Click Iris+ to change the PATTER NO field.

3. Use the p and q buttons to change the number shown for the pattern number. Patterns can be numbered from 1 .. 5.

4. Click IRIS+ to save the pattern.

5. Use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to the RECORD PATTERN option, and then click Iris+ to open the edit screen.

6. Click the PTZ control buttons and direction buttons to pan, tilt, or zoom in/out to draw the movement path of the camera. The camera will memorize the path you constructed as the pattern, and the amount of memory used to save the pattern will be indicated in by REMAINING (amount of memory remaining) statistic. When REMAINING is “0”, no additional path movements can be saved.

7. Click Iris+ to save the pattern movements and return to the PATTERNS menu.



4.10.2 Preview a pattern

1. In the PATTERNS menu, move the position icon to the PATTERN NO option, and then click Iris+.

2. Use the p and q buttons to select the number of the pattern you want to preview, and then click Iris+.

3. Move the position icon to the PREVIEW option, and then click Iris+. The pattern you selected will play indefinitely.

4. Click Iris+ again to stop the preview and return to the PATTERNS menu.

4.10.3 Call a pattern

You can call some patrols (Pattern 1 .. 5) using system-defined presets. To do that:



3. In the PTZ control panel, select the system-defined preset number corresponding to the patrol number you want to execute, and then click the Call icon. For example, if you call Preset41, you will execute Pattern 1 (see "Table 1. System-defined presets" on page 17). The patrol will execute indefinitely.

4.10.4 Delete a pattern


2. Use the p and q buttons to select the number of the pattern you want to delete, and then click Iris+.

3. Move the position icon to the CLEAR option, and then click Iris+, and then click Iris+ again to delete the pattern.

4.11 Step 8: Configuring Time Tasks

A time task is a pre-configured action that can be performed automatically at a specific date and time. The programmable actions include: preset 1-8, pattern 1-4, patrol 1-4, pan scan, tilt scan, random scan, frame scan, panorama scan, day/night mode or none.

4.11.1 Create a Timing Task

1. Open the TIMING TASKS submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS menu.

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2. Click Iris+ to change the TASK NO field.

3. Use the p and q buttons to change the number shown for the task number. Tasks can be numbered from 1 .. 8.

4. Click Iris+ to create the task.

5. Move the position icon to the TASK ACTion option, and then click Iris+.

6. Use the p and q buttons to change the action you want the task to perform. TASK ACTion options are NONE, ZERO CALIBRate, DAY, NIGHT, ZERO CALIBRation, PAN SCAN, TILT SCAN, PANORAMA, PATROL-D, PATROL 1 ..10, PATTERN 1 .. 5, and PRESET 1 .. 8.

7. Click Iris+ to save the task.

8. Use the p and q buttons move the position marker to the TASK TIME option, and then click Iris+. A schedule menu will open.

9. In the schedule menu, use the p and q buttons to choose when, during the week, the task will be executed. Options include WHOLE WEEK, SUNDAY, MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY and SATURDAY.

10. Next, click the u button to move the cursor to the START Hours field, and then use the p and q buttons to choose the hour when the task will start. Options are 00 .. 23.



11. Next, click the u button to move the cursor to the START Minutes field, and then use the p and q buttons to choose the minute when the task will start. Options are 00 .. 59.

12. Repeat the two previous steps to set the END (H - M) fields (when the task will end).

13. Click Iris+ to save the schedule and return to the TIMING TASKS menu.

NOTE When the TASK ACTion is chosen and the schedule is setup, the TASK STATE automatically changes from OFF to ON.

You can preview the task and clear the task using the TASK PREVIEW and TASK CLEAR options.

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SECTION 5: OSD MENU REFERENCE

SECTION 5 OSD Menu ReferenceThe OSD (On Screen Display) menus are used to configure video parameters, alarms, and to automate the functions of camera. OSD menus appear over the video image from the camera. When the OSD opens (see "4.2 Opening the OSD menu" on page 21), the Main Menu appears. The Main Menu provides a gateway to all submenus in the system.

5.1 OSD menu tree

The menu structure of the on-screen display (OSD) is shown below.



5.2 SYS INFO display

System information menu displays the current system information of the camera including the camera address, communication parameters, and other parameters. In the SYS INFO displays, these parameters are not changeable, and it is similar to the system information shown when camera is powered on. To open the SYS INFO display:

1. Go to MAIN MENUS g SYS INFO. A display similar to that shown below on the left will open.

The settings shown on the SYS INFO display are in common formats: — The BUILD DATE is in the format “YY MM DD”. — COM FORM (RS-485 communications settings) are in the format “baud rate, data bits, stop bits”. — Temperature is shown in Celsius.

2. To view the second SYS INFO display, click the u button in the PTZ control panel. To return to the first SYS INFO display, click the t button.

3. Other OSD menu control options:

— To close the OSD menu, use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to EXIT, and then click Iris+. — To move to the previous menu, use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to BACK, and then click Iris+.

5.3 DOME SETTINGS submenus

The DOME SETTINGS submenus provide links to other submenus used to configure the camera. DOME SETTINGS submenu contains two pages. You can change from one page to the u and the t buttons.

1. Use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to DOME SETTINGS. The display shown below on the left will appear.

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DOME SETTINGS menu page 1 DOME SETTINGS menu page 2

2. To view the second DOME SETTINGS display, position the marker on the SYSTEM SETTINGS line, and then click the u button in the PTZ control panel. To return to the first DOME SETTINGS display, click the t button.

3. To open any submenus in the DOME SETTINGS menu, use the p and q buttons to move the position icon before the item, and then click Iris+. A description of the DOME SETTING submenus are included below.

5.3.1 CAMERA PARAMETER submenus

The CAMERA PARAMETER submenu include five pages, each with no additional submenu. To open the CAMERA PARAMETERS submenus:

1. Position the marker on the CAMERA PARAMETERS line, and then click the u button in the PTZ control panel repeatedly to open the different displays. To return to the first CAMERA PARAMETERS display, click the t button repeatedly. CAMERA PARAMETERS displays are shown below.





Camera Settings page 5

Parameter definitions

• AE mode. AE mode defines the priority of the iris, shutter and gain when the camera adjusts the brightness of the video. The options in AE MODE are as follows:

— AUTO: Auto iris, auto shutter and auto gain. The camera adjusts these values automatically responding to the lighting conditions. This is the default mode.

— IRIS: Selects iris-priority mode to set the iris value manually. The shutter and gain values will be adjusted automatically according to the lighting conditions.

— SHUTTER: Select shutter-priority mode set the shutter value manually. The iris and gain values will be adjusted automatically according to the lighting conditions.

— MANUAL: Select this setting to adjust the shutter, iris and gain values manually. • BLC LEVEL: You can manually adjust the backlight compensation level.• BLC/WDR: You can set the BLC/WDR (backlight compensation / wide dynamic range) to ON or OFF to enable or disable the

function. You can manually adjust the backlight compensation level. • CHROMA SUPPRESS: You can adjust the value of CHROMA SUPPRESS between 0, 1, 2 and 3 to suppress the color noises in

low lighting environment. Higher setting values produce stronger chroma suppressing effects.• CONTRAST: adjust the image contrast on CONTRAST submenu between 0 and 7. • D/N LEVEL. The D/N level is the switching sensitivity for AUTO mode. As a dividing line, IR cut filter switches between DAY and

NIGHT when the light condition reaches the user-defined D/N level. Three levels are selectable: 0, 1 and 2.

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• EXPOSURE COMPensation: Set the EXPOSURE COMP value from 0 (darken) to 14 (lighten). The default value is 7.• FOCUS: Focus settings include:

— AF (Auto-focus): The lens remains in focus during PTZ movements. — MF (Manual Focus): To adjust the focus manually with the Focus+ and Focus– buttons. — HAF (Half-auto Focus): The camera automatically focuses once after panning, tilting and zooming.

• FOCUS LIMIT: This function is used to limit the minimum focus distance. You can configure the focus limit to a longer distance when the target is at a distance to prevent the camera from focusing on the objects close to it; or configure the focus limit to a shorter distance when the target is near the camera to prevent it from focusing on objects father away. You can set the FOCUS LIMIT to 1CM, 30CM, 1M, 3M, 5M or AUTO.

• GAIN: The value of gain indicates the degree of amplification of the original light signal. You can set the value from 0 to 15.• GAIN LIMIT: You can set this function to limit the gain value. The GAIN LIMIT value ranges from 0 to 15.• HLC: High Light Compensation (HLC) masks strong light sources that usually flare across a scene. This makes it possible to see

the detail of the image that would normally be hidden. The value ranges from 0 to 3.• INIT LENS: Use INIT LENS to trigger a spontaneous lens initiation for ensuring the normal operation. This option can be ON or

OFF. • IRIS: To adjust the iris size for light entering the lens, you can set the IRIS value manually according to light conditions. The iris

value ranges from 0 (closed) to 17 (fully open).• IRCUT FILTER: You can configure this option as follows:

— AUTO: The camera switches automatically from Black and White mode (NIGHT) and Color mode (DAY) in response to lightening conditions (default).

— NIGHT (B/W): The IR cut filter will switch to NIGHT mode to increase the sensitivity in low light conditions. You can also call Preset40 to set the IR cut filter to NIGHT mode.

— DAY (Color): The IR cut filter will perform in DAY mode (normal lighting conditions). You can also call Preset39 to set the IR cut filter mode to DAY mode.

NOTE You can also call preset 39 to set the IR cut filter mode to DAY mode and call preset 40 to set it as NIGHT mode.

• SATURATION: The SATURATION value ranges from 0 to 7. Adjust this parameter for the best picture quality. • SCENE MODE: Adjust the scene for the overall best video performance in the surveillance environment. You can select either

INDOOR or OUTDOOR. • SHARPNESS: The sharpness function can increase the gain of the image and sharpen the edges of the picture to enhance

details. You can set the SHARPNESS level from 0 to 15.• SHUTTER (speed): If you set the SHUTTER value larger, the shutter speed is faster. The value indicates the inverse of the shutter

speed (1/value seconds). At faster speeds, the amount of light entering the lens is less causing the image to be darker, but motion blur is less. You can set the shutter value to 1, 2, 4, 8, 15, 30, 50, 125, 180, 250, 500, 1000, 2000, 4000 or 10000.

• SLOW SHUTTER: You can set the SLOW SHUTTER value to 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5.• WHITE BALANce: You can set the WHITE BALANCE mode to any of the following:

— AUTO: In Auto mode, the camera adjusts the color balance according to the current color temperature. — INDOOR, OUTDOOR: These modes are for indoor use and outdoor use respectively. — SELFDEF: In SELFDEF you can adjust the color temperature, the RED and BLUE values, manually.



— ATW: In auto-tracking mode, white balance is adjusted continuously to accord with the color temperature of the scene illumination.

— HAUTO: Selecting this mode, the viewed image retains color balance automatically according to the current color temperature.

• IMAGE FLIP: If you turn the IMAGE FLIP function on, the image will be flipped horizontally. It is like the image in the mirror.• ZOOM SPEED: You can set the zoom speed to LOW, MEDIUM or HIGH. • ZOOM LIMIT: You can set the zoom limit to 23, 46, 92, 184 or 368. The ZOOM LIMIT value varies depending on the model of

the camera.

To change a parameter:


2. Click Iris+. The position icon will change to a .




5.3.2 Set Motion parameters

The MOTION PARAMETER submenu is used to configure how the camera will move from one surveillance target to another. Some features include:

To configure MOTION settings:

1. Open the MOTION SETTINGS submenu from the MAIN MENU | DOME SETTINGS menu.

MOTION menu page 1 MOTION menu page 2


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3. When the position icon is either a , or , use the p and q buttons to position the icon at the parameter you want to change. Parameters include:

— AUTO FLIP: In manual tracking mode, when a target object moves directly beneath the camera, the camera automatically rotates 90 degrees horizontally (flips) for tracking. The default setting of AUTO-FLIP is ON for this camera model.

— DOME SPEED: Dome speed sets the manual movement speed of the camera. Dome speed is adjustable from 1 .. 10. — IMAGE FREEZE: This feature enables the live view to switch directly from one scene defined by a preset to another,

without showing the middle areas between these two to improve the surveillance efficiency. — ENABLE LIMITS: Controls the limit setting feature. See "4.7.1 Limit Setting" on page 37. — LIMIT SETTING: The camera can be programmed to move within the configurable limit stops (left/right, up/down). See

"4.7.1 Limit Setting" on page 37. — PARK ACTion: The action the camera will automatically perform after a pre-defined period (PARK TIME) of inactivity. — PRESET SPEED: the speed of calling a preset can be set from level 1 to 8. The higher levels will call a preset faster. — PROPORTIONAL PANning: When this function is enabled, the pan/tilt speed changes according to the amount of zoom.

If using high zoom, the pan/tilt speed is slowed to keep the image from moving too fast on the live view display. You can set PROPORTIONAL PAN to ON or OFF to enable/disable the function. This function is enabled automatically while setting patterns.

— SCAN SPEED: Scan speed defines the scan degree per second of a panning scan, tilting scan, frame scan, random scan and panoramic scan. Scan speed is adjustable from 1 to 40 degrees per second.



6. Click Iris+. The position icon will change to a . NOTE: When the position icon is in front of SETTING STOPS and CLEAR STOPS, clicking Iris+ will open a different screen.




If you opened SETTING STOPS, you can configure the scan range limits left, up, right and down. To set stops:

1. Use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to the SETTING STOPS option, and then click Iris+.







6. Use the p and the q buttons to move position icon to LIMIT STOP, and then click Iris+ to change the setting.

7. Use the p or q buttons switch the LIMIT STOP option to ON, and then click Iris+ to change the setting.

Limit Setting

If you opened LIMIT SETTING, you can configure the scan range limits left, up, right and down. To set stops:

1. Use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to the LIMIT SETTING option, and then click Iris+.


LIMIT SETTING menus - Left, Up, Right, Down

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6. Use the p and the q buttons to move position icon to LIMIT SETTINGS, and then click Iris+ to change the setting.

7. Use the p or q buttons switch the LIMIT SETTINGS option to ON, and then click Iris+ to change the setting.

5.3.3 PATROLS submenu

A patrol is a memorized series of preset function. Before configuring a patrol, the presets that will become part of a patrol must be created. You can create up to 10 patrols, and then invoke both automatically or manually as needed. To create a patrol:

1. Open the PATROL submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS menu.

2. Click Iris+ to change the PATROL NO field.

3. Use the p and q buttons to change the number shown for the patrol number. Patrols can be numbered from 1 .. 10.

4. Click IRIS+ to create the patrol.



5. Use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to the EDIT PATROL option, and then click Iris+ to open the edit screen.

6. On the first line (NUM 1) of the edit screen, click the u buttons to move the position icon to the PST (preset) field.

7. Use the p and q buttons to select the first preset of the patrol. This will be the first surveillance target the camera points at when the patrol is executed.

8. Click the u buttons to move the position icon to the DWELL field, and then use the p and q buttons to select the dwell time (time to stay on the preset target before changing to the next preset of the patrol). Dwell time can be 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 40, etc. seconds.

9. Click the u buttons to move the position icon to the SPD (speed) field, and then use the p and q buttons to select the relative speed at which the camera moves to the preset. Values for the SPD field can be 1 .. 40.

10. Click the t buttons three times to return to the NUM column, and then click the q to advance to the nest row.

11. Repeat the procedure in steps 6 through 10 above add additional presets to the patrol as needed.

12. Click IRIS+ to save the patrol setup and return to the PATROLS menu.

NOTE

If you call Preset46 to enable the fast patrol, the camera will execute the patrol automatically according to the route configured in preset 1 to preset 32. You can also set the Patrol-D (dwell) time for switching from one preset to another. Patrol-D can be set to 5S, 10S, 20S, 30S, or 60S.

Preview a patrol

1. In the PATROLS menu, move the position icon to the PATROL NUM option, and then click Iris+.

2. Use the p and q buttons to select the number of the patrol you want to preview, and then click Iris+.

3. Move the position icon to the PREVIEW option, and then click Iris+. The patrol you selected will play indefinitely.

4. Click Iris+ again to stop the preview and return to the PATROLS menu.

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Delete a patrol


2. Use the p and q buttons to select the number of the patrol you want to delete, and then click Iris+.

3. Move the position icon to the CLEAR PATH option, and then click Iris+, and then click Iris+ again to delete the patrol.

Call a patrol

You can call some patrols (Patrol 1 .. 10) using system-defined presets. To do that:



3. In the PTZ control panel, select the system-defined preset number corresponding to the patrol number you want to execute, and then click the Call icon. For example, if you call Preset35, you will execute Patrol 1. The patrol will execute indefinitely. Refer to “3.2 System-defined Presets” on page 16 to find the system-defined preset number associated with the patrol.

5.3.4 PATTERNS submenu

A pattern is a memorized, repeatable series of panning, tilting, zooming and preset movements that can be recalled by a command or automatically performed by a configured function (alarm, park, time task, and power-up). You can configure up to 5 patterns. To create a pattern:

1. Open the PATTERNS submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS menu.

NOTE

• REMAIN MEMORY indicates the remaining memory of the camera for configuring patterns. When it reaches 0, no more patterns can be configured. You can also see the remaining memory shown under PATTERNS menu as REMAINING.

• Panning/tilting movements and lens operations cannot be memorized simultaneously.



2. Click Iris+ to change the PATTERN NO field.

3. Use the p and q buttons to change the number shown for the pattern number. Patterns can be numbered from 1 .. 5.

4. Click IRIS+ to save the pattern.

5. Use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to the EDIT PATTERN option, and then click Iris+ to open the edit screen.

6. Click the PTZ control buttons and direction buttons to pan, tilt, or zoom in/out to draw the movement path of the camera. The camera will memorize the path you constructed as the pattern, and the amount of memory used to save the pattern will be indicated in by REMAINING (amount of memory remaining) statistic. When REMAINING is “0”, no additional path movements can be saved.

7. Click Iris+ to save the pattern movements and return to the PATTERNS menu.

Preview a pattern


2. Use the p and q buttons to select the number of the pattern you want to preview, and then click Iris+.

3. Move the position icon to the PREVIEW option, and then click Iris+. The pattern you selected will play indefinitely.

4. Click Iris+ again to stop the preview and return to the PATTERNS menu.

Delete a pattern


2. Use the p and q buttons to select the number of the pattern you want to delete, and then click Iris+.

3. Move the position icon to the CLEAR PATTERN option, and then click Iris+, and then click Iris+ again to delete the pattern.

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Call a pattern

You can call some patrols (Pattern 1 .. 5) using system-defined presets. To do that:



3. In the PTZ control panel, select the system-defined preset number corresponding to the patrol number you want to execute, and then click the Call icon. For example, if you call Preset41, you will execute Pattern 1. The patrol will execute indefinitely. Refer to “3.2 System-defined Presets” on page 16 to find the system-defined preset number associated with the patrol.

5.3.5 PRESETS submenu

The PRESET feature is used to create a target for the camera and assign a PRESET number to it. The preset can be called later to re-position the camera, or used in a Patrol to automatically recall presets. You can establish up to 256 presets. To create a preset:

1. Open the PRESETS submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS menu.

2. Click Iris+ to change the PRESET NUM field.

3. Use the p and q buttons to change the number shown for the preset number. Presets can be numbered from 1 .. 256.

4. Click IRIS+ to create the preset.

5. Move the position icon to the PRESET PTZ option, and then click Iris+.



6. Use the focus, zoom and iris controls and direction buttons to point the camera at your preset target, then click Iris+ to save the preset and return to the PRESETS menu.

7. Repeat steps 2 through 6 above to create additional presets.

8. To clear a preset:

a. Open the PRESETS menu, and then select the PRESET NO to clear.

b. Move the position icon to the CLEAR option, click Iris+, and then click Iris+ again to confirm the action.

5.3.6 PRIVACY MASK submenu

The PRIVACY MASK submenu is used to cover (mask) potentially sensitive areas in the live video to prevent that content from appearing in live view and recorded video. The masks cover the same areas even when the camera pans or tilts, and they automatically adjust their size when the lens zoom changes. You can create up to 8 privacy masks. To create a masks:

1. Open the PRIVACY MASK submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS menu.

2. Click Iris+ to change the MASK NO field.

3. Use the p and q buttons to change the number shown for the mask number. Masks can be numbered from 1 .. 8.

4. Click Iris+ to create the mask.

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5. Move the position icon to the ADJUST MASK option, and then click Iris+. The POS (position) adjustment screen will open.

6. Use the t, u, p and q buttons to position the mask box over the center of the area you want to block (see left screen above).

7. Click the Focus+ button to open the SIZE adjustment screen (see right screen above). Use the Use the u and t buttons to increase and decrease the with of the mask, and use the p and q buttons to increase or decrease the height of the mask.

8. Click IRIS+ to save the mask.

9. Use steps 2 through 8 above to create additional masks as needed.

5.3.7 SYSTEM SETTINGS submenu

The SYSTEM SETTINGS submenus are provided to adjust the general system parameters including software setup of the RS-485 network settings, fan and heat control, and other options. It also includes two submenus for setting the system time and display options, and an additional screen for setting the ZERO ANGLE.

1. Open the SYSTEM SETTINGS submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS (page 1) menu. The SYSTEM SETTINGS submenu includes three pages; you can move between these pages using the u and the t buttons.

SYSTEM SETTINGS page 1 SYSTEM SETTINGS page 2



SYSTEM SETTINGS page 3

Parameters include:

Page 1:

• SET SOFT ADDR: If the SET SOFT ADDR is set ON, the soft address is the valid address for connecting the camera. The SOFT ADDRESS ranges from 1 to 255. If the SET SOFT ADDR is set as OFF, the hard address set by the DIP switch is the valid address of the camera.

• SOFT BAUDRATE: You can select either 2400, 4800, 9600 or 19200. If the SET SOFT BAUD is set to OFF, the baud rate is set by the hardware DIP switches.

• SET SOFT BAUD: If the SET SOFT BAUD is set to ON, SOFT BAUDRATE is the valid baud rate for the camera. You can select either 2400, 4800, 9600 or 19200. If the SET SOFT BAUD is set to OFF, the baud rate is set by the hardware DIP switches.

• BROADCAST ADDRESS: When the BROADCAST ADDRESS is set to ON, the control devices with address 0 can control the camera remotely regardless of the address of the camera. This function is usually used for debugging.

• PELCO CHECKSUM: If the camera uses PELCO-P or PELCO-D protocol, you can set the PELCO CHECKSUM to ON to improve the video quality.

• SYSTEM TIME: Opens the system time setting display. In this display, you can set the date and time. See "4.6.1 Setting SYSTEM TIME" on page 34.

Page 2:

• ANGLE ZERO: Set this parameter when the camera is pointed directly north (or consider north). If the P/T ANGLE display parameter is ON, the camera direction (N, NE, E, SE, etc.) is displayed in the Live View window.

• DISPLAY SETTINGS: You can enable or disable the on-screen display of PTZ movements, alarms, time, presets, zone, address, error rate, and fan/heat show, etc. See "4.6.2 Configuring DISPLAY SETTINGS" on page 34. .

• HEAT CONTROL: You can set the internal HEAT CONTROL to TEMP (controlled by temperature), ON or OFF.• FAN CONTROL: You can set the internal FAN CONTROL to TEMP (controlled by temperature), ON or OFF. • EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization) SETTINGS: Select either ON or OFF for this feature. See EIS LEVEL below. • EIS LEVEL: The EIS level can be set from 0 .. 3 as needed. • PRESET FOCUS (direct focus): You can set the preset direct focus function to ON or OFF.

Page 3:

• PROTOCOL STATUS: Set PROTOCOL STATUS to ON to enable a user-defined protocol. • PROTOCOL: You can set this option to AUTO MATCH (self adaptive), PELCO-P, PELCO-D, or ALIBI-C.

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• 485 CHECK: You can set this option to ON or AUTO to improve the PTZ/OSD controls response. ON: detects the protocol, address and baud rate all the time. It will display error info when information is not correct or the device has an error. AUTO: it will stop detecting once the correct info has been detected.

• MEMORY TIME: • COAXIAL CONTROL: Enable/Disable the Up to Coax function. I.E., both the video stream and control signals are passed

through the coax. PELCO-C and AUTO are protocol).• PROTOCOL - C: Used for controlling the camera through COAX using RS-485 features.

To change a parameter value:

2. Use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to the parameter you want to change, and then click Iris+. The position icon will change to a . NOTE: If the position icon is before SYSTEM TIME or DISPLAY SETTINGS, a submenu will open. See below.




Setting SYSTEM TIME

1. Open the SYSTEM TIME submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS | SYSTEM SETTINGS menu.

2. On SYSTEM SETTINGS page 1, move the position icon to SYSTEM TIME, and then click Iris+. A time setting window will open. The display shows the current year, month, day (Y - M - D) and hour, minute and second (H - M - S) in two-digit format.

3. Use the p and q buttons to change the first two digits if needed, and then click the u button to advance the cursor to the next field, and change it as needed using the p and q buttons.

4. Repeat the previous step until the current date and time is shown, and then click Iris+ to save the settings and return to the SYSTEM SETTINGS menu.



Setting DISPLAY SETTINGS

The DISPLAY SETTINGS submenu provides options to show several system parameters on the live view display. You can enable or disable the on-screen display of PTZ movements, alarms, time, presets, zone, address, error rate, and fan/heat show, etc.

When PT SHOW is set to ON, the camera displays a viewing direction code when you manually rotate the camera. Codes are shown in the table below.

Display N* NE E SE S SW W NW

Indication* North Northeast East Southeast South Southwest West Northwest

* The north direction refers to the 0º angle (zero angle).

NOTE When calling a preset, the preset number is displayed if both ZOOM SHOW and PT SHOW are enabled.

To use these features:

1. Open the DISPLAY SETTINGS submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS (page 1) | SYSTEM SETTINGS (page 2) | DISPLAY SETTINGS (page 1) menu.

DISPLAY SETTINGS page 1 DISPLAY SETTINGS page 2

To use this menu:

2. Use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to the parameter you want to change, and then click Iris+. The position icon will change to a .




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6. Move to the DISPLAY SETTINGS page 2, and the repeat steps 1 through 3 above to change other parameters, as needed.

5.3.8 TIMING TASKS submenu

A time task is a pre-configured action that can be performed automatically at a specific date and time. The programmable actions include: preset 1-8, pattern 1-4, patrol 1-4, pan scan, tilt scan, random scan, frame scan, panorama scan, day/night mode or none. To use this feature:

1. Open the TIME TASK submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS menu.

To use this menu:

2. Click Iris+ to change the TASK NO field.

3. Use the p and q buttons to change the number shown for the task number. Tasks can be numbered from 1 .. 8.

4. Click Iris+ to create the task.

5. Move the position icon to the TASK ACTion option, and then click Iris+.

6. Use the p and q buttons to change the action you want the task to perform. TASK ACTion options are NONE, DAY, NIGHT, ZERO CALIBRation, PAN SCAN, TILT SCAN, PANORAMA, FRAME SCAN, RANDOM SCAN, PATROL-D, PATROL 1 ..10, PATTERN 1 .. 5, and PRESET 1 .. 8.

7. Click Iris+ to save the task.

8. Use the p and q buttons move the position marker to the TASK TIME option, and then click Iris+. A schedule menu will open.



9. In the schedule menu, use the p and q buttons to choose when, during the week, the task will be executed. Options include WHOLE WEEK, SUNDAY, MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY and SATURDAY.

10. Next, click the u button to move the cursor to the START Hours field, and then use the p and q buttons to choose the hour when the task will start. Options are 00 .. 23.

11. Next, click the u button to move the cursor to the START Minutes field, and then use the p and q buttons to choose the minute when the task will start. Options are 00 .. 59.

12. Repeat the two previous steps to set the END (H - M) fields (when the task will end).

13. Click Iris+ to save the schedule and return to the TASK TIME MENU.

NOTE When the TASK ACTion is chosen and the schedule is setup, the TASK STATE automatically changes from OFF to ON.

You can preview the task and clear the task using the TASK PREVIEW and TASK CLEAR options.

5.3.9 VIDEO SETTINGS submenu

The VIDEO SETTINGS submenu is used to set the 1080p video frame rate. Options are 25, 30 fps. To change the frame rate:

1. Open the VIDEO SETTINGS submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS (page 2) menu.

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2. Move the position icon to the VIDEO STD option, and then click Iris+.

3. Use the p and q buttons to show the frame rate you prefer, and then click Iris+ again to confirm the setting.

5.3.10 ZONES submenu

ZONE submenu is used to divide a scene into different parts. You can define labels that are displayed on the screen, and also set the camera to scan in a zone automatically after a period of inactivity. You can configure up to 8 zones.

1. Open the ZONES submenu from the OSD MAIN MENUS | DOME SETTINGS (page 2) menu.

2. Click Iris+ to change the ZONE NO field.

3. Use the p and q buttons to change the number shown for the zone. Zones can be numbered from 1 .. 8.

4. Click Iris+ to create the zone.

5. Move the position icon to the EDIT ZONE option, and then click Iris+. The SET LEFT LIMIT screen window will open.

6. Use the t and u buttons to position the camera to the left extreme of the zone you are configuring, and then click Iris+ to save the settings. The SET RIGHT LIMIT screen will open.



7. Use the t and u buttons to position the camera to the right extreme of the zone you are configuring, and then click Iris+ to save the settings and return to the ZONES menu.

NOTE After the zone is defined, the ZONE STATUS changes from OFF to ON. This status is not directly configurable.

8. To enable scanning of the zone:

a. Use the p and q buttons to move the position marker to the SCAN STATUS option.

b. Click Iris+, and then use the p and q buttons to change the option to ON.

c. Click Iris+ again to save the setting.

5.4 RESTORE DEFAULTS option

The RESTORE DEFAULTS option sets the PTZ parameters, alarm parameters, and some system settings, e.g. dome address, to the factory setting.

1. Use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to RESTORE DEFAULTS.

2. Click Iris+. The screen shown above on the right will open. Click Iris+again to restore the camera to factory default settings, or click Iris– to cancel.

5.5 RESTORE CAMERA option

The RESTORE CAMERA option sets all camera parameters to the factory default settings. Camera settings include the image parameters, lens settings and display settings. This function is useful when the live image is not clear due to changes of the camera configuration settings.

1. In the MMAIN MENU, use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to RESTORE CAMERA.

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2. Click Iris+. The screen shown above on the right will open. Click Iris+again to restore the camera, or click Iris– to cancel.

5.6 REBOOT DOME option

The REBOOT DOME option restarts the camera as it would start from a power on condition. The power-up display will appear after the reboot. To reboot the camera:

1. In the MAIN MENU, use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to REBOOT DOME.

2. Click Iris+. The screen shown above on the right will open. Click Iris+again to reboot the camera, or click Iris– to cancel.

5.7 LANGUAGE options

This option is used to change the OSD on screen language. The default language is ENGLISH. To change the OSD language:

1. In the MAIN MENU, use the p and q buttons to move the position icon to LANGUAGE, and then click Iris+. The position icon will change to a .



2. Use the p or q buttons change the language shown on the parameter line. Options include ENGLISH and CHINESE only.

3. Click Iris+ accept the change, or click Iris– to cancel.

5.8 EXIT option

Use this option to close the OSD:

1. In the MAIN MENU, use the p and q buttons to move the position icon at EXIT, and then click Iris+.

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SECTION 6: SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 6 Specifications

Table 2. Table of Specifications

Camera

Image Sensor 1/2.8" CMOS

Scanning Mode Progressive scan

Resolution Up to 1920 x 1080

Effective Pixels 2.0 Megapixel Approx.

Minimum Illumination Color: 0.05 Lux; B/W: 0.005 Lux, B/W: 0 Lux (IR ON)

Day/Night True Day/Night ICR)

Electronic Shutter 1 ~ 1/10,000 s

Wide Dynamic Range DWDR

Gain Control Auto

White Balance Mode Auto

Noise Reduction 3D DNR

IR Illuminators Smart Full Frame IR Array, 850 nm

IR Array Range 330 ft

IR Sensitivity 700 ~ 1100 nm

Lens

Lens Type Motorized Varifocal

Focal Length 4.7 ~ 92 mm

Iris DC Driven Auto

Focus Auto / Semiautomatic / Manual

Horizontal Viewing Angle 49° (wide) ~ 2.2° (tele)

F-number F1.4 - F3.5

Video

Maximum Frame Rate 30 fps @ 1080p

Features

ALIBI-C UTC Yes

3D Intelligent Positioning Yes

Privacy Mask Yes


SECTION 6: SPECIFICATIONS

Lightening/Surge/Voltage Protection

Yes

Defog Yes

Presets & Patrols 256 presets programmable, 8 patrols, up to 32 presets per patrol, 4 patterns with the total recording time 10 minutes.

Interface

RS-485 Yes

Video Output 1 Vp-p composite output (75 Ω, BNC)

HD-TVI Output 1 Vp-p HD-TVI output (75 Ω, BNC)

General

Power RequirementS 24 Vac

Power Consumption 18 W max

Weight 4.41 lbs

Dimensions 11.61 in H x 6.47 in D

Operating Temperature -22 °F ~ 140 °F

Operating Humidity 0% ~ 95% RH, non-condensing

Ingress Protection IP66

Color White/black

Material Aluminum (body), polycarbonate (lens cover)

Approvals CE, FCC, RoHS

Supplied Accessories

User's Guide

Mounting Hardware and Template

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APPENDIX A: LIGHTNING AND SURGE PROTECTION

APPENDIX A Lightning and Surge ProtectionThis product includes TVS plate lightning protection technology to prevent damage caused by a pulse signal that is below 3000 watts from sources such as lighting, surging, etc. Protection measures must be taken to ensure electrical safety.

• The distance between signal transmission line and high-voltage equipment or high-voltage cable is at least 50 m.• Outdoor wiring should better be along the eaves as much as possible.• In the open field, wiring should be buried underground in sealed steel pipe with one-point grounding. Overhead routing

method is not acceptable.• In regions with thunderstorms or where high induction voltage are present (such as high-voltage transformer substation),

high power lightning protection apparatus and lightning conductor are necessary. • The design for installation and wiring with lightning protection and grounding should be combined with the lightning

protection consideration of the building, and conform to the relevant national and industry standards.• The system should ensure equi-potential grounding. Grounding equipment must satisfy both system anti-jamming and

electric safety. It must not allow short circuit and open circuit with the zero conductor of strong grid. When the system is singularly ground, the resistance must be no more than 4 Ω and the cross-sectional area of the grounding cable must be no less than 25 mm2. For grounding instructions, refer to local electrical codes and this manual.

Lightening rodCommunicate arrester

Video arrester

Power arrester45° conical envelope

The resistance of earthing conductor must

be smaller than 4 Ω.

The camera should be within a 45° envelope under the lightening rod.

Steel jacket

Lightning & Surge Protection


APPENDIX B: RS-485 BUS CONNECTION

APPENDIX B RS-485 Bus ConnectionGeneral Property of RS-485 Bus

RS-485 is a half-duplex communication bus that has a 120 Ω characteristic impedance. The maximum load ability is 32 payloads (including controller device and controlled device).

Some bus configurations require a 120 Ω termination at the end of line (see diagrams below). To provide this termination, set configuration DIP switch 10 to ON. Refer to "2.1 Setup the camera address and baud rate DIP switches" on page 8 for more information.

RS-485 Bus Transmission Distance

For 0.56 mm (24AWG) twisted-pair wire, the maximum transmission distance for different baud rates is shown as below:

Max. Distance of RS-485 transmission with 24 AWG wire

Baud rate Maximum distance

2400 bps 5900 ft (1800 m)

4800 bps 3900 ft (1200 m)

9600 bps 2600 ft (800 m)

The transmission distance is decreased for thinner cable, when the wire is exposed to strong electromagnetic interference. If many devices are installed on the bus, the transmission distance is increased.

Connection Methods

RS-485 industry bus standard requires a daisy-chain connection method between any devices, both sides have to connect a 120 Ω terminal resistance (see the diagram Connection 1 below). The simplified connection method is shown as diagram 2; the distance of “D” should be short.

120 Ω 120 Ω

#3#1 #4 #32#2

RS-485 Connection 1 diagram

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120 Ω 120 Ω

A+

A+

B–

B–

#3#1 #31#2Controller

RS-485 Connection 2 diagram

Problems in the practical application - star-shaped architecture

Although the star-shape connection method is commonly used, it does not satisfy the requirement of the RS-485 industry. This architecture can lead to problems such as signal reflection, uncontrollable or self-running cameras, and anti-jamming inability with devices that are far away. In the star-shaped connection, the termination resistors are usually placed in the two devices that are farthest apart (see figures below).

120 Ω

120 Ω

#1

#32

#15

#6

Controller

Star-shaped connection

Signal transmission in the star-shaped architecture can be greatly improved by adding an RS-485 distributor. This product effectively changes the star-shape connection to one that satisfies the requirement of the RS-485 industry standard. See the diagram below.



A+

B–

120 Ω

120 Ω

120 Ω

120 Ω

120 Ω

120 Ω120 Ω #1

#16

#2

Star-shaped network with an RS-485 Distributor

FAQ of RS-485 Bus

Fault Probable Cause Solutions

The camera will perform a self check but cannot be controlled.

The address or baud rate is not configured appropriately in the camera or controller.

Configure the camera address and baud rate to match in the controller and the camera.

RS-485 +/- are connected incorrectly. Correct the RS-485 wiring connections.

Wiring is disconnected Fastening the wire

RS-485 wire is broken Change the RS-485 wires

The camera can be controlled but does not operate smoothly.

Loose wire connections Fasten the RS-485 wires correctly

One RS-485 wire is broken Change or repair the broken wire

Controller and camera are too far away Add terminal matched resistance

Too many devices are connected to the network Add an RS-485 distributor.

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APPENDIX C 24 Vac Wire Gauge and Transmission DistanceThe following table shows the recommended maximum distance adopted for the different wire sizes when the 24 Vac voltage loss is less than 10%. For the AC driven device, the maximum voltage loss rate allowable is 10%. For example, for a device with the rating power of 80 VA which is installed 35 feet (10 m) from the transformer, the minimum wire gauge required is 0.8000 mm.

Table 3. Table of wire gauge standards

Distance: ft (m) Wire Gauge (mm)

Power (VA) 0.8000 1.000 1.250 2.000

10 283 ft (86 m) 451 (137) 716 (218) 1811 (551)

20 141 (42) 225 (68) 358 (109) 905 (275)

30 94 (28) 150 (45) 238 (72) 603 (183)

40 70 (21) 112 (34) 179 (54) 452 (137)

50 56 (17) 90 (27) 143 (43) 362 (110)

60 47 (14) 75 (22) 119 (36) 301 (91)

70 40 (12) 64 (19) 102 (31) 258 (78)

80 35 (10) 56 (17) 89 (27) 226 (68)

90 31 (9) 50 (15) 79 (24) 201 (61)

100 28 (8) 45 (13) 71 (21) 181 (55)

110 25 (7) 41 (12) 65 (19) 164 (49)

120 23 (7) 37 (11) 59 (17) 150 (45)

130 21 (6) 34 (10) 55 (16) 139 (42)

140 20 (6) 32 (9) 51 (15) 129 (39)

150 18 (5) 30 (9) 47 (14) 120 (36)

160 17 (5) 28 (8) 44 (13) 113 (34)

170 16 (4) 26 (7) 42 (12) 106 (32)

180 15 (4) 25 (7) 39 (11) 100 (30)

190 14 (4) 23 (7) 37 (11) 95 (28)

200 14 (4) 22 (6) 35 (10) 90 (27)


APPENDIX C: 24 VAC WIRE GAUGE AND TRANSMISSION DISTANCE

Table 4. Wire Gauge Standards

Bare Wire Gauge (mm) American Wire Gauge AWG

Cross-sectional Area of Bare Wire (mm2)

0.750 21 0.4417

0.800 20 0.5027

0.900 19 0.6362

1.000 18 0.7854

1.250 16 1.2266

1.500 15 1.7663

2.000 12 3.1420

2.500 4.9080

3.000 7.0683

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