ACTi E48 User manual

Bullet Camera
Hardware Manual
E48, E413, E415, E416, E418
Ver. 2015/10/14

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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, 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
How to Connect DI/DO Devices.....................................................27
How to Connect Audio Devices..................................................... 31
Other Adjustments and Accessories 32
How to Attach the Sunshield .........................................................32
How to Open the Back Cover.........................................................33
Opening the Back Cover of E48, E416 ........................................33

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Opening the Back Cover of E413, E415, E418............................35
How to Insert the Memory Card..................................................... 38
How to Remove the Memory Card...............................................38
How to Reset the Camera...............................................................39
Resetting E413, E415, E416, E418 .............................................39
Resetting E48 ..............................................................................40
Accessing the Camera 41
Configure the IP Addresses...........................................................41
Using DHCP Server to Assign IP Addresses................................41
Using the Default Camera IPAddress..........................................43
Access the Camera.........................................................................45

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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
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, 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 38 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 39 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 27 for more information.
7
Ethernet Port
The Ethernet port connects to a network using a standardard
Ethernet cable.

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E413, E415, 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 38 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 39 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 27 for information on how to connect
DI/DO devices to your camera.
5
Ethernet Port
Connects to a network using a standard Ethernet cable.
6
Audio Input
Connects to audio input devices, such as a microphone with
built-in amplifier, etc.
NOTE 1: The microphone must have a built-in amplifier.
Connecting an ordinary microphone will dwarf sounds and will
result in inaudible recording.
NOTE 2: If the audio connectors will not be used, leave the
rubber caps on to ensure cables remain waterproof and eliminate
short-circuit hazards.

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Item
Description
7
Audio Output
Connects to audio output devices, such as a speaker, etc.
NOTE: If the audio connectors will not be used, leave the rubber
caps on to ensure cables remain waterproof and eliminate
short-circuit hazards.

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E416
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 38 for more
information.
NOTE: Supports microSDHC cards only.
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 39 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 27 for information on how to connect
DI/DO devices to your camera.
5
Audio Input
Connects to audio input devices, such as a microphone with
built-in amplifier, etc.
NOTE 1: The microphone must have a built-in amplifier.
Connecting an ordinary microphone will dwarf sounds and will
result in inaudible recording.
NOTE 2: If the audio connectors will not be used, leave the
rubber caps on to ensure cables remain waterproof and eliminate
short-circuit hazards.

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Item
Description
6
Audio Output
Connects to audio output devices, such as a speaker, etc.
NOTE: If the audio connectors will not be used, leave the rubber
caps on to ensure cables remain waterproof and eliminate
short-circuit hazards.
7
Ethernet Port
Connects to a network using a standard Ethernet cable.

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Installation Procedures
This section describes the procedures in installing the camera on a surface such as the ceiling
or wall using the integrated bracket. Note that the succeeding camera pictures may slightly
vary from the other camera models covered in this manual.
Step 1: Prepare for Installation
1. If necessary, install a memory card into the memory card slot of the camera. See How to
Insert the Memory Card on page 38 for more information.
2. Attach the bracket to the camera.
3. Attach the supplied drill template sticker on the ceiling or wall where the camera will be
installed.
4. Drill three (3) screw holes based on the drill template.
5. If connecting digital input or output device, such as alarms, sensors, etc., to the camera,
prepare the terminal block for connection. See How to Connect DI/DO Devices on page
27 for detailed instructions.

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6. Determine whether the camera cable will go through the surface or be routed along the
surface.
If the camera cable will go through a hole on the surface, do the following:
a. Drill the cable hole (based on the drill template) on the surface.
b. Route the cable(s) from the network side through the hole on the surface.
c. Connect the cables, see Step 3: Waterproof and Connect the Cable(s) on page 17.
d. Push the cable(s) into the cable hole of the surface, then proceed to Step 2: Mount
the Camera below.
If the camera cable will be routed along the surface, continue with the next step.
Step 2: Mount the Camera
NOTE: For simplicity of documentation, the succeding illustrations show the camera as
mounted on the ceiling. Same procedures apply for mounting the camera on the wall.
1. Route the cable:
If the cable will go through a hole on the surface, push the cable(s) through the
hole on the surface.
If the cable will go along the surface, route the cable through the gap on the
bracket.

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2. Tighten the set screw on the bracket plate to fixed its position.
3. Attach the camera to the surface using the three (3) supplied screws.
4. Adjust the camera installation angle and orientation, and then tighten the screws to fix the
position.
Set Installation Angle Set Viewing Orientation

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Step 3: Waterproof and Connect the Cable(s)
The camera and the pre-installed network cable, “pigtail”, are resistant to salt, water, weak acid,
alcohol, oil, grease and other common solvents. However, users must ensure that the cable
connection and the network side cable itself are also protected from different environmental
factors.
For Ethernet connection, there are two waterproofing methods.
Bundled Accessory
Description
Cable Gland
Use this solution when connecting an Exterior-grade
Ethernet cable between the camera and a
Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) switch or injector. See How
to Use the Cable Gland on page 18.
Conduit Gland
Use this solution when connecting a standard indoor
Ethernet cable between the camera and a
Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) switch / injector. A flexible
conduit (trade size 1/2”) is required to house the Ethernet
cable. See How to Use the Conduit Gland on page 22.
NOTE: The flex conduit is not included in the package
and must be purchased separately.
Audio and digital input/output devices can be connected to the camera, for more information,
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How to Use the Cable Gland
This section describes how to waterproof the cable-out or “pigtail” of the camera using the
bundled cable gland. An exterior-grade Ethernet cable is required. The camera may or may not
have to be installed first before doing the cable connections (see related installation
procedures for details).
Before connection, prepare the following materials:
Cable Gland
(included in the camera package)
Washer
(included in the camera package)
Exterior-Grade Ethernet Cable
(not included in the package)
NOTE:
Exterior-grade cables are already waterproof. Not included in the package.
Use only RJ-45 connectors without sleeve.
Perform the following to waterproof the “pigtail” using the cable gland:
1. Disassemble the cable gland as shown below:
Cable Gland
Sealing
Rubber
with claw
Clamping
Nut

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2. Insert the clamping nut into the Ethernet cable.
3. Insert the sealing insert with claw.
4. Attach one (1) supplied rubber ring on the gland body (smooth end).
NOTE: Make sure the rubber ring is completely aligned on the gap on the gland body.

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5. Attach the gland body to the Ethernet port of the camera.
IMPORTANT!
Make sure the rubber ring is completely aligned and flat on the gland body to avoid
possible water leakage.
6. Connect the Ethernet cable connector to the “pigtail” connector.
7. Insert the sealing rubber and claw into the cable gland body.