ACTi CAM-6600 Series Instructions for use

IP Outdoor High Speed Dome
CAM-6600 series
Ver. 090318
Hardware User’s Manual

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0PRECAUTIONS
1. Read these instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is
operated.
2. Heed all warnings
All warnings on the product and in the instruction manual should be adhered to.
The symbol indicates the following items, please carefully read the
description next to each symbol.
a. Failure to follow the safety instruction given may directly endanger
people, cause damage to the system or to other equipment.
b. The requirements to make this device work, including hardware,
computer settings, network settings, and operation procedures.
c. The tips to make using this device easier, more convenient and more
efficient.
3. 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.
Copyright
This manual is the intellectual property of ACTi and is protected by copyright. All
rights are reserved. No part of this document maybe reproduced or transmitted for any
purpose by any means including electronic or mechanical without the official written
permission from ACTi.
Trademarks
All names used in this manual for hardware and software are probably registered
trademarks of respective companies.
Liability
Every care has been taken during writing this manual. Please inform your local office
if you find any inaccuracies or omissions. We cannot be held responsible for any
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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 user will be required to correct the interference at his
own expense.

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Table of Contents
0PRECAUTIONS________________________________________________ 0-1
Copyright__________________________________________________________________ 0-1
Trademarks ________________________________________________________________ 0-1
Liability ___________________________________________________________________ 0-1
FCC/CE Regulation__________________________________________________________ 0-2
1INTRODUCTION ________________________________________________1
1.1 Package Contents _________________________________________________ 1
1.2 Features and Benefits ______________________________________________ 2
1.3 Safety Instructions ________________________________________________ 5
1.4 Physical Description _______________________________________________ 7
1.5 IP High Speed Dome Setups________________________________________ 12
1.5.1: Prepartions for Dome Setups _______________________________________________12
1.5.2: Dome Setups ___________________________________________________________14
1.6 Basic Connections ________________________________________________ 15
Appendix A: Speed Dome Installation______________________________________ 16
A-1: Optional Accessories______________________________________________________16
A-2: Ceiling Mount (Straight Tube) ______________________________________________23
A-3: Wall Mount _____________________________________________________________24
A-3-1 Wall Mounting with Gooseneck Tube______________________________________24
A-3-2 Wall Box Mounting____________________________________________________25
A-4: Corner Mount ___________________________________________________________25
A-4-1 Corner Standard Mounting Plate __________________________________________25
A-4-2 Corner Thin/Wide Box Mounting _________________________________________26
A-5: Pole Mount _____________________________________________________________27
A-5-1 Pole Thin/Wide Direct Mounting _________________________________________27
A-5-2 Pole Thin/Wide Box Mounting ___________________________________________28
Appendix B: OSD Menu Notes ____________________________________________ 29
B-1: OSD Display Format ______________________________________________________29
B-2: OSD Setup Menu_________________________________________________________29
B-3: Configuration Menu_______________________________________________________36
B-3-1 DEFAULT CAMERA__________________________________________________36

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B-3-2 BACKLIGHT ________________________________________________________37
B-3-3 FOCUS _____________________________________________________________37
B-3-4 APERTURE _________________________________________________________38
B-3-5 AE MODE___________________________________________________________39
B-3-6 WBC MODE _________________________________________________________41
B-3-7 ID DISPLAY_________________________________________________________42
B-3-8 SETUP MENU _______________________________________________________42
B-3-9 SETUP MENU2 (18x MODEL Only)______________________________________46
B-3-10 TITLE DISPLAY ___________________________________________________47
B-3-11 TITLE SETTING ___________________________________________________47
B-3-12 ALARM SETTING _________________________________________________48
B-3-13 HOME SETTING___________________________________________________50
B-3-14 SEQENCE ________________________________________________________52
B-3-15 AUTOPAN ________________________________________________________53
B-3-16 CRUISE __________________________________________________________55
B-3-17 IR FUNCTION (Removable IR Cut) ____________________________________56
B-3-18 ALARM DETECT (18x MODEL Only) _________________________________57
B-3-19 WDR SETTING (23x MODEL / 35x MODEL Only) _______________________58
B-3-20 PRIVACY_________________________________________________________59
B-3-21 TIME FUNCTION __________________________________________________62
B-3-22 EXIT OSD ________________________________________________________63

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1INTRODUCTION
1.1 Package Contents
CAM-6600 series Warranty Card
Product CD Power & A/V Cable
LAN/WAN Cable Alarm Cable
5.4” Transparent Cover Power Adaptor
Lubricant Screws
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1.2 Features and Benefits
The IP High Speed Dome is designed to deliver superb performance and
durability with an intelligent and stylish housing. It also provides a realiable
real time images with outstanding image quality (D1, 720x480) at
reasonable bandwidth through a standard TCP/IP network. That’s because it
is Ethernet (LAN and WAN) ready and has a powerful ARM9 SoC and the
MPEG-4 compression ASIC inside. In addition, with these powerful
hardware platform, excellent SDK support and powerful respective
apparatuses (eg. the transcoder or control keyboards), this IP high speed
dome is your best choice building up either conventional IP surveillance
system or intelligent IP surveillance system.
The integrated IP high speed dome provides three models:
18x MODEL: 18x optical zoom multiply 12x digital magnifier/D&N
23x MODEL: 23x optical zoom multiply 12x digital
magnifier/D&N/WDR
35x MODEL: 35x optical zoom multiply 12x digital
magnifier/D&N/WDR
Precise and Accurate Tracking
Scheduling function, a special feature, enables users to program a
preset point or function (Sequence/Auto/Cruise) automatically actions
in certain period of time. The IP high speed dome provides vaiable
pan/tilt speed ranging from a fast patrol of 400° per second to a
slow ramble of 5° per second with 0.225° pan accuracy for fast
and accurate tracking ability. The 360° endless rotation and -10°
~190° tilt travel makes tracking the object passing directly
beneath the dome. Maximum 256 preset points can be
programmed for precise location of target areas, and you can
also define 8 sequence, 4 auto-pan and 1 cruise rotes for the
camera to operate automatically.
Day/Night Features
IR cut filter removable ensures 24 hours operation (18x MODEL/23x
MODEL/35x MODEL)
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Digital Slow Shutter and Electronic Shutter functions are provided for
clear and high quality image. The minimum illumination is 0.01 Lux.
Perfect Contrast Solution for High Image Quality
Wide Dynamic Range function is a salient features incorporated to fit
your needs (23x MODEL/35x MODEL)
Privacy Mask for Privacy Protection
There is up to 24 privacy zones of camera view programmable. This is
specially designed to avoid any intrusive monitoring at specific region.
Real-time MPEG-4 Compression
With hardware MPEG-4 compression chip inside, the composite video
inputs can be efficiently compressed into MPEG-4 bit stream without any
delay. The ASIC base compression engine can support not only CIF, but
also FULL D1 image resolution.
QoS Enabled Video Streaming
For real-time video streaming requirements, the IP high speed dome
implemented the 802.1Q features inside the SoC as the streaming engine to
make sure the video streaming package is forwarded faster than normal
TCP/UDP packet.
Automatic Frame Rate Control
The IP high speed dome supports automatic/manual streaming frame rate
control, especially for multiple clients concurrent access the same video
stream in different network bandwidth.
Digital Time Code Embedded
The “Digital Time Code Embedded” function is to embed the recording
time in the MPEG bit stream. Therefore, each image frame has its
respective time when it was recorded. It is very useful when users want to
find the video at an exact time or between a certain time intervals.
Build-in LAN and WAN (Low Latency PPPoE Supported) Ports
The IP high speed dome provides two RJ-45 connectors. One is WAN and
the other is LAN. The WAN port connects to the internet and LAN port
connects to the local network. Since the internet’s bandwidth is very
critical, the WAN port is equipped with a low latency PPPoE
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enables the IP high speed dome to connect to an ADSL or a cable modem.
DDNS Supported
The IP high speed dome supports DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name Server),
users can set the IP high speed dome at a virtual domain name (such as
cam1.Taipei.xxx) at dynamic IP. Everyone can use the virtual domain
name to view the video anywhere that has the access to the internet.
Build-in Hardware Motion Detection
No more external motion sensors are required. Each IP high speed dome
can be set up to 3 detection areas. By tuning the object size and sensitivity,
it is very reliable to fit into your environment. Besides, hardware motion
detection delivers better sensitivity and respond faster than software
motion detection.
Bundle Powerful Surveillance Software
To extend the capabilities of the IP high speed dome, a powerful
surveillance program is included in the package and is totally free to use.
Users can easily utilize the existing PC to be a digital video recorder.
Schedule recording and manual recording keep every important image
recorded in the local hard disk. Reliable and accurate motion detection
with instant warning makes you responsive in every condition. Quick and
simple search and playback function lets you easily find the images you
want.
Software Development Kit Support
The IP high speed dome can be integrated or controlled by user’s
application program through the Streaming Library or ActiveX control.
With its high level programming interface, software developer’s time and
efforts to is highly reduced.
Dynamic Dome Configuration
Flexible indoor/outdoor mountings. You may find a support package for
getting familiar with IP high speed dome’s mounting kits. Please visit our
web site, and get the support package document TS-00004.

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1.3 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
zOnly install this device and the power supply in a dry place
protected from weather
zServicing
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 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 exposed to rain or water directly.
4. If the video product does not operate normally by following the

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operating Instructions in this manual. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the instruction manual as an improper
adjustment . 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 that the video
product is in proper operating condition.

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1.4 Physical Description
Outdoor High Speed Dome Bottom
1. Reset Button
Step 1: Switch off IP device by disconnecting the power cable
Step 2: Press and continue to hold the Reset Button. Reconnect the
power cable while continuing to hold the reset button.
Step 3: Keep holding the reset button depressed around 6 seconds,
release the reset button. The unit will start up with factory default
settings.
2. Communication Switch Setting
The table below shows the function of each pin within the
Communication Switch.
Communication Switch Pin 1
Pin 2 RS-232 Setting (Reserved)
Pin 3 Termination
Pin 4 Line Lock
Pin 5 System Initialization (for
upgrade)
Pin 6 Reserved
RS-232 is reserved for internal use only; The Pin 3 and Pin 4, they
are used for termination and Link Lock adjustment respectively.

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The Pin 5 is mainly used for return to factory default of camera
setting.
3. Dome ID Setting
Use the switch to change your speed dome ID by turning the
arrow to the desired number respectively. For instance, if the
speed dome ID is 123, the ID switch should be set as below:
centesimal decimal single digit
4. Dome Control Protocol
Protocol is a specific set of rules, procdures used for data
communications. Basing on the protocol of your management
software that you are going to use. Use the switch to set your
dome control protocol and the baud rate. Refer to table below and
turn the arrow to choose a protocol for your speed dome.
Switch No. Protocol Baud Rate
01 Pelco D 2400
02 Pelco P 4800
07 DSCP 9600
11 Pelco D 4800
12 Pelco D 9600
13 Pelco P 2400
14 Pelco P 9600
Select protocol: Pelco D, with switch no. 01 and baud rate 2400,
for instance, the ID switch should be set as below:
NOTE: If controlling through an ACTi decoder via analog
means such as a keyboard or DVR, no two speed domes
should be given the same ID or communication conflict may
occur. When controlled only through Ethernet and software
(without the use of an ACTi hardware decoder), the dome ID
setting may be neglected.
NOTE: The number “0” should locate upwards as shown in
above diagram for correct switch definition.

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decimal single digit
5. 16 Pin Connector for LAN/WAN
The LAN/WAN cable (shown as the figure below) is shipped
with IP high speed dome. Please find it in the accessory bag.
6. 22 Pin Connector
A 50cm data cable (shown as the figure below) is shipped with IP
high speed dome. Please find it in the accessory bag.
Power Input
PIN NAME DESCRIPTION
1 AC24V AC 24V of Power Input
2 E-GND E-Ground Pin of Power Input
3 AC24V AC 24V of Power Input
7. Cable Wiring
Users may meed to do cable wiring when connecting alarm input
and output devices. The table follows will illustrate the way to
wire cords into the connector housing(shown in the flgures
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The alarm pins are serviceable for connecting alarm input and
output devices, such as alarm sensors, sirens or flashing light with
the surveillance system. The table shown as follows lists the
definition of alarm pins on the 22-pin connector.

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1.5 IP High Speed Dome Setups
Before installing or connecting the speed dome camera, please refer to this section
and complete preparation, switch setting and communication switch settings.
1.5.1: Prepartions for Dome Setups
The section will illustrate the speed dome housing installation procedure of the
outdoor speed dome equipped with sunshield. Please follow the steps below to
complete speed dome housing installation.
STEP 1
Unpack the dome package and take
out the dome body.
STEP 2
Rotate the top holder and take it off
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STEP 3
Remove the 3 screws on the bottom
of the sunshield. Then take off the
sunshield from the dome body.
STEP 4
Set the dome on a flat table to keep
it stable and then remove the
protective cover and PE cloth.
STEP 5
Attach the dome cover to the dome
body. Before doing that, apply
some lubricant on the dome cover’s
water-proof rubber to make the
installation process smoother.
Note that the tiny protrusion on the
dome cover must align with one of
the four holes on the dome body.
STEP 6
Assemble the dome cover to the
dome body by pressing the cover
gently downward to the dome body
with two hands on the side of the
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DO NOT press the cover as shown
in the figure; this might cause
damage to the dome body.
STEP 7
Screw the dome cover and body
together.
STEP 8
Assemble the sunshield to the
dome body and fix it with three
screws.
STEP 9
Set the switches located on the
bottom of the dome body. Refer to
section 3.2 Dome Setups for
detailed information about various
switch setting.
1.5.2: Dome Setups
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complete the speed dome ID and communication switch settings. These switches are
located on the bottom of the speed dome camera (refer to section 1.4 Physical
Description).
1.6 Basic Connections
Follow the procedures below to connect the IP high speed dome to the respective
apparatuses.
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