ACTi E31A User manual

Bullet Camera Series
Hardware Manual
E31A, E32A, E33A
E35, E36, E37
Ver. 2014/06/30

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Table of Contents
Precautions 4
Safety Instructions ...........................................................................6
Introduction 7
List of Models....................................................................................7
Package Contents.............................................................................8
Physical Description ........................................................................9
Mounting Options...........................................................................10
Installation Procedures Using the Bundled
Bracket 11
Step 1: Install the Bundled Bracket............................................... 11
Step 2: Attach the Sunshield ......................................................... 12
Step 3: Install the Camera..............................................................13
Step 4: Waterproof and Connect the Cable.................................. 14
Using the Waterproof Tape...........................................................15
Using the Bundled Conduit Gland................................................16
Replacing the Pre-Installed Square-Shaped “Pigtail”...................21
Step 5: Connect the Cable .............................................................25
Step 6: Access the Camera Live View...........................................25
Other Adjustments and Accessories 26
How to Install / Remove the Memory Card ................................... 26
How to Insert the Memory Card ...................................................26
How to Remove the Memory Card...............................................27
How to Reset the Camera...............................................................28
How to Adjust the Viewing Angle (Not available in E37) .................29
Accessing the Camera 30
Configure the IP Addresses........................................................... 30
Using DHCP Server to Assign IP Addresses................................30
Using the Default Camera IPAddress..........................................32
Access the Camera.........................................................................34

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Appendix 36
How to Make an Ethernet Cable ....................................................36

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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
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 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 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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Introduction
List of Models
This hardware manual contains the following models:
E31A
1MP Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Basic WDR, Fixed lens
E32A
3MP Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Basic WDR, Fixed lens
E33A
2MP Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Basic WDR, SLLS, Fixed lens
E34A
5MP Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Basic WDR, Fixed lens
E35
3MP Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Superior WDR, Fixed lens
E36
1.3MP Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Basic WDR, SLLS, Fixed lens
E37
10MP Bullet with D/N, IR, Basic WDR, Fixed lens

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Package Contents
Camera
Sunshield
Sunshield Screw Kit
Bracket
Bracket Plate
Lens Focus Tuner
(not available in E37)
Conduit Gland
Quick Installation Guide
Warranty

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Physical Description
NOTE: The shape of the Ethernet port on the actual camera may vary.
1) Memory Card Slot
Insert a memory card (not included) into this slot for local recording purposes. See How to
Install / Remove the Memory Card on page 26 for more information.
NOTE: Supports microSDHC and microSDXC cards.
2) Reset Button
Use the Reset Button to reset the camera to its factory default settings. To do the reset,
press and hold the Reset button for at least 5 seconds or until the Power LED lights up.
When the Power LED lights up again, reset is complete. See How to Reset the Camera
on page 28.
3) Power LED
The Power LED lights up when the camera is connected to the power source and goes off
once the camera boot-up process is complete.
NOTE: For typical use, the power LED is hidden inside the housing and cannot be seen.
However, knowing how the power LED works is essential when troubleshooting or doing a
reset.
4) Ethernet Port
Connects to a network using an Ethernet cable.

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Mounting Options
In areas with fierce weather conditions, the light bundled bracket can be replaced by a heavy
duty outdoor bracket combined with additional mounting accessories.
Below are the optional mounting accessories that you can use with the camera.
Mount Types
Accessories
Corner Mount
Suitable when mounting the camera on a corner wall.
PMAX-1103
+
PMAX-0402
Pole Mount
Suitable when mounting the camera on a pole.
PMAX-1103
+
PMAX-0503
NOTE:
For more information about the mounting solutions and accessories, please check the
Mounting Accessory Selector in our website (http://www.acti.com/mountingselector).
The above mounting accessories are not included in the package. Contact your sales
agents to purchase.