ACTi A88 User manual

Outdoor Mini Dome
Hardware Manual
A88, A92, A94, A96
Ver. 2019/07/08

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Table of Contents
Precautions 4
Safety Instructions ...........................................................................6
Introduction 7
List of Models....................................................................................7
Package Contents.............................................................................8
Physical Description ........................................................................9
A92 ................................................................................................9
A88, A94, A96..............................................................................10
Mounting Options........................................................................... 11
Installation Procedures 12
Step 1: Prepare for Installation......................................................12
Step 2: Install the Camera..............................................................14
Step 3: Waterproof and Connect the Cable(s)..............................15
Using Waterproof Tape on A92 .................................................... 15
Using the Cable Gland (for A88, A94, A96 only) ..........................15
Step 4: Connect to Network...........................................................18
Step 5: Access the Camera Live View...........................................18
Step 6: Adjust the Viewing Angle .................................................. 19
Step 7: Close the Dome Cover....................................................... 20
Other Installation and Accessories 21
How to Move the Camera Cable Between Cable Holes ...............21
How to Connect a Power Adapter .................................................24
How to Install / Remove the Memory Card ................................... 24
How to Insert the Memory Card ...................................................24
How to Remove the Memory Card...............................................25

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Accessing the Camera 26
Configure the IP Addresses...........................................................26
Using DHCP Server to Assign IPAddresses................................26
Using the Default Camera IPAddress..........................................28
Access the Camera......................................................................... 30

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Precautions
Read these instructions
Read all the safety and operating instructions before using this product.
Heed all warnings
Adhere to all the warnings on the product and in the instruction manual. Failure to follow the
safety instructions given may directly endanger people, cause damage to the system or to other
equipment.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Trademarks
ACTi andACTi logo are registered trademarks of ACTi Corporation. All other names and products
used in this manual are registered trademarks of their 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. ACTi will not be held responsible for any
typographical or technical errors and reserves the right to make changes to the product and
manuals without prior notice.

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Federal Communications Commission Statement
This 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.
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 it is
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, it 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.
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 product from the power supply before cleaning.
Accessories and Repair Parts
Use only the accessories and repair parts recommended by the manufacturer. Using other
attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause hazards.
Installation
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 product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Damage Requiring Service
Disconnect this product from the power supply immediately and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions.
1) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged
2) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
3) If the inner parts of product have been directly exposed to rain or water.
4) If the product does not operate normally even by following the operating instructions in this
manual. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the instruction manual, as improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage, and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine if the product is in proper operating condition.

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Introduction
List of Models
This hardware manual contains the following models:
A88
3MP, Outdoor Mini Zoom Dome, Day / Night, Adaptive IR,
Advanced WDR, Superior Low Light Sensitivity, 2.85x optical
A92
3MP Outdoor Mini Dome with D/N, Adaptive IR, Advanced
WDR, SLLS, Fixed lens
A94
5MP, Outdoor Mini Dome, Day / Night, Adaptive IR, Advanced
WDR, Superior Low Light Sensitivity
A96
2MP, Outdoor Mini Dome, Day / Night, Adaptive IR, Basic
WDR, Superior Low Light Sensitivity

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Package Contents
Check if the camera package comes with the following items:
Camera
Screw Kit
Drill Template
Hexagon Wrench
Cable Gland with Washer
(for A88, A94, A96 only)
QIG and Warranty Card
IMPORTANT: When the camera is taken out from the box, the lens cover is covered by a thin film.
DO NOT remove this film. It is used to protect the lens cover from scratches or fingerprint marks
which may happen during installation. Remove this film only after the camera is securely installed
and all connections are complete.
Drill Template
Warranty Card

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Physical Description
A92
Item
Description
1
Power Input
Connects to a DC 12V adapter to power up the camera if using a
non-Power over Ethernet connection.
2
Ethernet Port
Connects to a network using an Ethernet cable.
3
System LEDs
Green: Blinks to indicate network activity.
Yellow: Lights up to indicate power is on and system is ready.
4
Memory Card Slot
Insert a memory card (not included) into the slot for local
recording purposes. See How to Insert the Memory Card on
page 24 for more information.
NOTE: Supports microSDHC and microSDXC cards
5
Reset Button
Restores the factory default settings of the camera.
To reset the camera, do the following:
1. While the camera power is disconnected, press and hold the
Reset Button then power up the camera.
2. The Green LED starts to blink, continue holding down the
Reset Button until the Green LED goes off and the Yellow
LED lights on.

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A88, A94, A96
Item
Description
1
Power Input
Connects to a DC 12V adapter to power up the camera if using a
non-Power over Ethernet connection.
2
Ethernet Port
Connects to a network using an Ethernet cable.
3
Memory Card Slot
Insert a memory card (not included) into the slot for local
recording purposes. See How to Insert the Memory Card on
page 24 for more information.
NOTE: Supports microSDHC and microSDXC cards
4
Reset Button
Restores the factory default settings of the camera.
To reset the camera, do the following:
1. While the camera power is disconnected, press and hold the
Reset Button then power up the camera.
2. The Green LED starts to blink, continue holding down the
Reset Button until the Green LED goes off and the Yellow
LED lights on.