ACTi E48 User manual

Bullet Camera
Hardware Manual
E48, E413, E415, E416, E417, E418
Ver. 2016/02/16

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Table of Contents
Precautions 4
Safety Instructions ...........................................................................6
Introduction 7
List of Models....................................................................................7
Package Contents.............................................................................8
Physical Description ........................................................................9
E48.................................................................................................9
E413, E415, E417, E418..............................................................10
E416.............................................................................................12
Installation Procedures 14
Step 1: Prepare for Installation......................................................14
Step 2: Mount the Camera..............................................................15
Step 3: Waterproof and Connect the Cable(s)..............................17
How to Use the Cable Gland........................................................18
How to Use the Conduit Gland.....................................................22
Step 4: Connect to Network...........................................................26
Step 5: Access the Camera Live View...........................................26
Step 6: Complete the Installation .................................................. 26
Other Cable Connections (Optional) 27
Connecting a Power Adapter (Optional).......................................27
How to Connect DI/DO Devices.....................................................29
How to Connect Audio Devices..................................................... 32
Other Adjustments and Accessories 33
How to Attach the Sunshield .........................................................33
How to Open the Back Cover.........................................................34

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Opening the Back Cover of E48, E416 ........................................34
Opening the Back Cover of E413, E415, E417, E418..................36
How to Insert the Memory Card.....................................................39
How to Remove the Memory Card...............................................39
How to Reset the Camera...............................................................40
Resetting E413, E415, E416, E417, E418...................................40
Resetting E48 ..............................................................................41
Accessing the Camera 42
Configure the IP Addresses........................................................... 42
Using DHCP Server to Assign IPAddresses................................42
Using the Default Camera IPAddress..........................................44
Access the Camera.........................................................................46

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Precautions
Read these instructions
You should read all the safety and operating instructions before using this product.
Heed all warnings
You must adhere to all the warnings on the product and in the instruction manual. Failure to
follow the safety instruction given may directly endanger people, cause damage to the system
or to other equipment.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service this video device yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Trademarks
All names used in this manual are probably registered trademarks of respective companies.
Liability
Every reasonable care has been taken during the writing of this manual. Please inform your
local office if you find any inaccuracies or omissions. We cannot be held responsible for any
typographical or technical errors and reserve the right to make changes to the product and
manuals without prior notice.

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Federal Communications Commission Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning: Changes or modifications to the equipment that are not expressly approved by the
responsible party for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
European Community Compliance Statement
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B
Information Technology Equipment according to European Standard EN 55022
and EN 55024. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which
cause the user may be required to take adequate measures.

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Safety Instructions
Cleaning
Disconnect this video product from the power supply before cleaning.
Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may
cause hazards.
Do not use accessories not recommended by the manufacturer
Water and Moisture
Install other devices (such as PoE injector, alarm, etc.) that will be used with the camera in a
dry place protected from weather.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Damage Requiring service
Disconnect this video product from the power supply immediately and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions.
1) When the power-supply or plug is damaged
2) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the video product.
3) If the video product has been directly exposed to rain or water.
4) If the video product does not operate normally by following the operating Instructions in
this manual. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the instruction manual, as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage, and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal
operation.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine if the video product is in proper operating condition.

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Introduction
List of Models
This hardware manual contains the following models:
E48
10MP Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Basic WDR, Vari-focal lens
E413
2MP Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Basic WDR, SLLS, Vari-focal
lens
E415
1MP Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Superior WDR, Vari-focal
lens
E416
10MP Zoom Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Basic WDR, 4.3x
Zoom lens
E417
2MP Video Analytics Zoom Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR,
Extreme WDR, SLLS, 10x Zoom Lens
E418
3MP Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Superior WDR, Vari-focal
lens
From the installation perspective, the above models are very similar; therefore one manual is
used for all of them.

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Package Contents
Camera
(E413, E415, E417, E418)
Camera
(E48, E416)
Bracket Plate
Sunshield
Mounting Screw Kit
Sunshield Screw Kit
Conduit Gland
Cable Gland
Gland Rubber Rings
x2
Drill Template
Terminal Block
Quick Installation
Guide
Warranty Card
Drill Template
or

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Physical Description
E48
Item
Description
1
Memory Card Slot
Insert a memory card into this slot for local recording purposes.
See How to Insert the Memory Card on page 39 for more
information.
NOTE: Supports microSDHC and microSDXC cards.
2
Reset Button
Restores the factory default settings of the camera. Resetting the
camera must be done while the power is on. See How to Reset
the Camera on page 40 for more information.
3
Power LED
The Power LED turns on when the camera is powered on and
goes off once the initial boot up process is complete.
4
Audio Input
This jack connects to an audio input device, such as a
microphone with built-in amplifier.
NOTE: Make sure that the connected audio input device has a
built-in amplifier. Connecting an ordinary microphone will dwarf
sounds and will result in inaudible recording.
5
Audio Output
This jack connects to an audio output device, such as a speaker.
6
Digital Input / Output
(DI/DO)
This connector connects to digital input or output devices, such as
an alarm trigger, panic button, etc. Digital Input (DI) and Digital
Output (DO) devices are used in applications like motion
detection, event triggering, alarm notifications, etc. See How to
Connect DI/DO Devices on page 29 for more information.
7
Ethernet Port
The Ethernet port connects to a network using a standardard
Ethernet cable.

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E413, E415, E417, E418
Item
Description
1
Memory Card Slot
Insert a memory card into this slot for local recording purposes.
See How to Insert the Memory Card on page 39 for more
information.
NOTE: Supports microSDHC and microSDXC cards.
2
Power LED
The Power LED turns on when the camera is powered on and
goes off once the initial boot up process is complete. During a
reset, The Power LED also goes
3
Reset Button
Restores the factory default settings of the camera. Resetting the
camera must be done while the power is on. See How to Reset
the Camera on page 40 for more information.
4
Digital Input / Output
Connects to digital input or output devices, such as an alarm
trigger, panic button, etc. Digital Input (DI) and Digital Output
(DO) devices are used in applications like motion detection,
event triggering, alarm notifications, etc. See How to Connect
DI/DO Devices on page 29 for information on how to connect
DI/DO devices to your camera.
5
DC 12V Power Input
(E417 Only)
In case the camera is connected to a non-PoE (Power over
Ethernet) switch, use this connector to connect an external
adaptor (not included) to the camera. See Connecting a Power
Adapter (Optional) on page 27 for more information.
6
Ethernet Port
Connects to a network using a standard Ethernet cable.
7
Audio Input
Connects to audio input devices, such as a microphone with
built-in amplifier, etc.