ACTi KCM-5311 Instructions for use

KCM-5311
35x Zoom H.264 2-Megapixel IP D/N
PoE Box Camera
Hardware User’s Manual
(DC 12V / PoE)
Ver. 2011/4/8

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Table of Contents
0. Precautions 3
1. Introduction 4
Package Contents.............................................................................. 4
Features and Benefits ....................................................................... 5
Safety Instructions ............................................................................ 6
Physical description........................................................................... 8
Basic Connections............................................................................ 11
Product Specification ...................................................................... 12
2. Accessing Camera 14
If you have DHCP server / router in your network: ...................... 14
If you do NOT have DHCP server / router in your network: ........ 14

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0. 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.
FCC/CE Regulation
NOTE:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class 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 users will be required to correct the
interference at their own expense.

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1. Introduction
Package Contents
KCM-5311 Power Adaptor
Product CD Terminal Blocks for Power, DI/O and
Serial Port
Accessories Warranty Card
*For the mounting block, please attach the flat side
towards the front of camera. There are two types of
mounting blocks, and this device uses the black
version.

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Features and Benefits
This is a cutting edge network video surveillance camera.It can capture, compress and
transmit real time video in excellent quality (15 FPS 2 Megapixel, 1920 x 1080).This camera is
your best choice to build an intelligent IP surveillance system.
35x Zoom Lens with Auto Focus
The powerful 35x Zoom Lens with ISP enabled Auto Focus brings precision video quality not
available with manual adjustments. Focus is no longer an issue during installation, saving time
while enhancing quality.
Adaptive Profile
With the innovative embedded Image Signal Processor (ISP), this camera responds to
changing lighting condition with customized algorithm.This allows for clear image with very
little noise at night.
H.264/MPEG-4/MJPEG Triple Codec Dual Streaming
This device supports 3 compression formats, H.264, MPEG-4 and MJPEG. It brings superior
image quality at 15 frames per second in Full HD 1080p (1920 x 1080). In 720p (1280 x 720)
and VGA resolution (640 x 480) the device reaches 30 frames per second.
DC Iris Control
With DC Iris Lens, this camera automatically adjusts incoming light levels to achieve the best
video performance.Wildly fluctuating outdoor lighting condition is no longer an issue with your
video quality.
Powerful Bundled Surveillance Software
To extend the capabilities of the IP Box Camera series, a powerful surveillance program is
included in the package for free.Users can easily use an existing PC as a digital video recorder.
Scheduled recording and manual recording keep every important video recorded in the local
hard disk. Reliable and accurate motion detection with instant warning enables immediate
response in every condition.Quick and simple search and playback function lets you easily find
the images and video you want.

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Software Development Kit Support
This IP Box Camera can be integrated or controlled by applications from third party software
developers.Software developers can save considerable efforts by using our Streaming Library
or ActiveX control.
Safety Instructions
Don’t use the power supply with other voltages
This device is likely to be damaged or damage other equipments / personnel, if you use a
power supply with different voltage than the one included with this device.All warranty of this
product will be voided in the situations above.
Don’t open the housing of the product
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.
Water and Moisture
Do not use this video product near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.
Don’t use accessories not recommended by the manufacturer
Only install this device and the power supply 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.

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1) When the power-supply cord 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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Physical description
1) Digital Input / Output
Used in applications like motion detection, event triggering, time lapse recording, alarm
notifications, etc., the I/O terminal connector provides the interface to:
•2 Transistor Outputs- For connecting external
devices such as relays and LEDs.Connected devices
can be activated by Output buttons on the LiveView
page or through video management software. Connect
DO1 and DO2 to their closest 12V pin to activate.
•2 Digital Inputs- An alarm input for connecting devices that can toggle between an open
and closed circuit, for example: PIRs, door/window contacts, glass break detectors, etc.The
device will detect the change in digital input and transmit the signal to video surveillance
servers. The I/O terminal pins are numbered right to left,
Connect input/output devices to the camera as follows:
1. Attach the cables for the device securely to the supplied green connector block. Connect DI
pins to GND pins, and DO pins to 12V pins. Link pins 1/3, 2/4, 5/7,6/8.

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2. Once cables are connected, push connector block into the terminal connector on camera.
2) Serial Port
This port connects to serial devices via RS-485 or RS-232 protocols.
3) Ethernet Port
The IP device connects to the Ethernet via a standard RJ45 connector.Supporting NWAY, this
IP device can auto detect the speed of local network segment (10Base-T/100Base-TX
Ethernet).
4) Reset Button
Step 1: Switch off IP device by disconnecting the power cable
Step 2: Press and continue to hold the Reset Button (with a sharp tipped object, like a pen.)
Step 3: Reconnect the power cable while continuing to hold the reset button. The red
Power LED light will flash on for 3 second first, turn off for about 15 seconds, flash on for
another second and turn off again. By this time the reset to default operation is already
completed. This will take around 20 seconds from power up. You may then release the
reset button.This length of time fluctuates slightly with the environment.The Power LED light
will come back on and stay on after a few more seconds.The unit will start up with factory
default settings automatically.
1
2
3
FUSE 1A
NPN
DC TO DC
DI
DO
3.3V
DC POWER
GND 1
2
3
4
CONVERTER
EARTH GND
DO
DI
RELAY
SW
DIODE
DEVICE
-
+
POWER INPUT
CAMERA

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On (3s) On
1s
Power On
About 20 Seconds
Stay On
Off (about 15s) Off (10~15s)
Restore to Default
Complete
5) Audio Input / Output
The IP device supports audio input and output with earphone jack
6) Micro SD / Micro SDHC Card Slot*
Insert your Micro SD card here for local recording on camera
7) Power LED
This LED light will indicate current camera status.
8) Power Input
If you use Power Adaptor to run the device, please connect the power adaptor to the terminal
block in the way shown below.