ACTi I71 User manual

Outdoor Hemispheric
Dome
Hardware Manual
I71, I73
2015/07/09

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Table of Contents
Precautions 4
Safety Instructions ...........................................................................6
Introduction 7
The List of Models ............................................................................7
Package Contents.............................................................................8
Physical Description ........................................................................9
Mounting Solutions ........................................................................10
Installing the Camera on a Surface 11
Step 1: Drill the Holes..................................................................... 11
Step 2: Open the Camera Cover....................................................13
Step 3: Prepare to Waterproof and Connect the Cable ...............14
Waterproof Solution with Naked Cable ........................................15
Waterproof Solution with Conduit.................................................17
Step 4: Install the Camera to the Surface.....................................20
Step 5: Connect Camera to Network.............................................20
Step 6: Access the Camera Live View...........................................21
Step 7: Close the Cover ................................................................. 21
Other Connections 22
Connecting a Power Adapter (Optional).......................................22
Connecting DI/DO Devices (Optional)........................................... 24
Connecting Audio In / Out Devices (Optional) .............................27
Other Adjustments and Accessories 28
How to Rotate the Viewing Orientation.........................................28
How to Install / Remove the Memory Card ................................... 29
How to Insert the Memory Card...................................................29
How to Remove the Memory Card............................................... 29

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How to Replace the Dome Cover................................................... 30
Accessing the Camera 32
Configure the IP Addresses........................................................... 32
Access the Camera.........................................................................36

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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 and ACTi 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 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 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
The List of Models
This hardware manual contains the following models:
I71
5MP Outdoor Hemispheric Dome with D/N, Advanced WDR, SLLS,
Fixed lens
I73
6MP Outdoor Hemispheric Dome with D/N, Advanced WDR, ELLS,
Fixed lens

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Package Contents
Check if the camera package comes with the following items.
Camera
Cable Gland
Conduit Gland
Hexagon Screwdriver
Screw Plugs
Screws for Surface Mount
Terminal Block
(for Power)
Terminal Block
(for DI/DO)
Terminal Block
(for Audio In/Out)
Warranty Card
Quick Installation Guide
Drill Template
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 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

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Physical Description
Item
Description
1
Reset Button
Restores the factory default settings of the camera. To reset the
camera, while the power is on, press and hold the Reset Button for
at least 5 seconds or until the Power LED lights up.
2
Audio Input / Output
Connects to audio input and output devices, such as microphones
and speakers. See Connecting Audio In / Out Devices
(Optional) on page 27.
3
Ethernet Port
Connects to a network using an Ethernet cable.
4
DC 12V Power Input
In case the camera is connected to a non-PoE (Power over
Ethernet) switch, use this connector to connect the camera to an
external power adapter. See Connecting a Power Adapter
(Optional) on page 22 for information.
5
Memory Card Slot
Insert a memory card (not included) into the slot for local recording
purposes. See How to Install / Remove the Memory Card on
page 29.
NOTE: Supports only microSDHC and microSDXC cards.
6
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 Connecting DI/DO
Devices (Optional) on page 24 for information.

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Mounting Solutions
There are several mounting options that you can use to install the camera. Select the most
suitable solution for your installation environment.
Mount Types
Accessories
Surface Mount
Suitable when mounting the camera on flat and smooth surface, like ceilings
or walls. This solution directly installs the camera to the surface without
additional accessories. See Error! Reference source not found. on page
Error! Bookmark not defined. for more information.
Tilted Wall
Mount
Suitable when mounting the camera on high walls. The camera can be tilted
10 to capture a larger viewing angle below the camera and less on the
ceiling.
Pendant Mount
Suitable when mounting the camera on hard and high cielings.
Horizontal Pole
Mount
Suitable when mounting the camera on a horizontal pole.
Vertical Pole
Mount
Suitable when mounting the camera on a vertical pole.
Corner Mount
Suitable when mounting the camera on a corner area. The camera can also
be tilted 10 to capture a larger viewing angle below the camera and less
above.
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 mounting accessories are not included in the package. Contact your sales agents
to purchase.

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Installing the Camera on a Surface
This section describes the procedures in directly mounting the camera on a flat surface, such
as a hard or dropped ceiling and straight or tilted walls.
The installation procedures of other mounting solutions are covered in the Installation Guide
downloadable from the website (http://www.acti.com/mountingselector).
NOTE:
The following camera images are taken using the closest camera model;
therefore some images and components may vary from the actual camera.
Before installation, make sure the wall or the ceiling can bear more than the
weight of the camera.
Step 1: Drill the Holes
Before drilling the holes on the ceiling or wall, note the direction of the connectors side of the
camera, which is also the opposite side of the camera logo. This influences the camera
placement and where you should drill the hole where the cables will pass through or how the
cables will go along the ceiling or wall.
1. Attach the supplied drill template on the surface according to the preferred camera
orientation.
2. Determine how the cables will be routed: pass through the surface or along the
surface.
If the cables will pass through the surface, drill the cable hole and the three (3)
screw holes on the surface.
If the cables will be routed along the surface, just drill the three (3) screw holes on
the surface.
3. Detach the drill template from the surface and insert the plastic plugs into the screw holes.
Cable hole

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a. Drill the cable hole and the three (3) screw holes on the surface.
b. Remove the cap covering the bottom hole of the camera, and attach the cap to
the side hole to close it. The network cable will pass through the surface and the
bottom hole to the camera.
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Step 2: Open the Camera Cover
NOTE: To avoid scratches or leaving fingerprints on the dome cover, it is recommended to
retain the plastic covering the dome cover until the camera is completely installed. However,
the plastic has been removed on some of the pictures in this documentation to show clarity of
the procedures being described.
1. If the cables will pass through the surface, remove the cap covering the bottom hole of
the camera, and attach the cap to the side hole to close it. The network cable will pass
through the surface and the bottom hole to the camera.
2. With the bundled hex screwdriver, loosen the three (3) screws securing the dome cover.
3. Carefully lift to open the cover and place it on the side of the camera.
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4. If necessary, insert a memory card, with the metallic contacts facing down, into the card
slot of the camera. See How to Insert the Memory Card on page 29.
Step 3: Prepare to Waterproof and Connect the Cable
The camera comes with two (2) glands used for waterproof installation:
Cable Gland: For use with an Exterior-grade Ethernet cable. Exterior-grade
Ethernet cables are already waterproof. See Waterproof Solution with Naked Cable
on page 15.
Conduit Gland: For use with a flexible conduit. This solution is recommended when
an exterior-grade Ethernet cable is not available or other cables, such as power
adapter, DI/DO devices, etc. will be connected with the camera. See Waterproof
Solution with Conduit on page 17.
Determine the type of waterproof solution that is applicable to your installation requirements
and prepare the necessary accessories or purchase extra materials.
Cable Gland
Conduit Gland
For use with an Exterior-grade Ethernet
cable (not included in the package).
For use with 1/2” flexible conduit (not
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Waterproof Solution with Naked Cable
This section describes the procedures to waterproof the cabling connections using an
exterior-grade Ethernet cable.
1. Disassemble the cable gland as shown below:
2. Insert the clamping nut into the Ethernet cable.
3. Insert the sealing insert with claw.
Body
(with Washer)
Sealing Insert
with Claw
Clamping
Nut

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4. Attach the cable gland body to the hole of the camera.
Attach to Camera Side Hole Attach to Camera Bottom Hole
NOTE: The following images are taken using the side hole of the camera; the same
procedures apply when using the bottom side hole.
5. If the cable will be routed along the surface, mount the camera to the surface first
before doing the following cabling procedures. See Step 4: Install the Camera to the
Surface on page 20.
6. Insert the Ethernet cable through the cable gland body and connect it to the Ethernet port
of the camera.
7. Insert the claw and rubber insert into the cable gland body and then attach the clamping
nut to complete the cable solution.
NOTE: Make sure the clamping nut is tightly attached to the cable gland body.
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8. Proceed with Step 4: Install the Camera to the Surface on page 20.
Waterproof Solution with Conduit
This section describes the procedures to waterproof the cabling connections using a flexible
conduit with 1/2” trade size (not supplied). This is the recommended solution when connecting
an external power adapter, audio in/out, or digital input/output (DI/DO) devices to the camera.
1. Disassemble the cable gland as shown below:
NOTE: In this installation, the conduit gland body can be securely attached to the camera,
therefore the use of lock nut is not necessary. Please set the lock nut aside.
2. Pull the Ethernet cable and other cables (if any) through the flex conduit.
NOTE: To connect an external power adapter, audio in/out, or digital input/output (DI/DO)
devices, insert the cables without connectors through the flex conduit together with the
Ethernet cable at this point.
Lock
Nut
Body
(with Washer)
Sealing
Rubber
Clamping
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3. Insert the clamping nut through the flex conduit.
4. Insert the sealing rubber and attach it at the end of the flex conduit.
5. Attach the conduit gland body to the hole of the camera.
Attach to Camera Side Hole Attach to Camera Bottom Hole
NOTE: The following images are taken using the side hole of the camera; the same
procedures apply when using the bottom side hole.
6. If the cables will be routed along the surface, mount the camera to the surface first
before doing the succeeding cabling procedures. See Step 4: Install the Camera to the
Surface on page 20.
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7. Insert the Ethernet cable and other cables (if any) through the conduit gland body.
Ethernet Cable Only Ethernet and External Power Adapter Cable
8. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port of the camera. If connecting other cables,
such as an external power adapter, audio in/out or DI/DO devices, connect the terminal
blocks at this point and connect them to the corresponding connectors of the camera (see
Other Connections on page 22 for more information).
9. Insert the sealing rubber into the conduit gland body and attach the clamping nut to
complete the cable solution.
NOTE: Make sure the clamping nut is tightly attached to the conduit gland body.
10. Proceed with see Step 4: Install the Camera to the Surface on page 20.
or
or
12V Power
Connector
Digital Input / Output
(DI/DO) Connector
Audio Input /
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Step 4: Install the Camera to the Surface
Attach the camera to the surface using the three (3) supplied screws. It is recommended to
install the camera to the surface with the cable hole facing down to avoid water leak concerns.
NOTE: Make sure the camera screws have rubber rings. If the screws you received do not
have rubber rings, please contact your local sales agents or our Customer Help Desk
(CHD) for support.
CAUTION: When using electric screwdrivers, be careful not to touch the internal
camera components while attaching the screws. Since electric screwdrivers vary in sizes,
speed, and force, they may bruise and damage the internal camera components.
DISCLAIMER: ACTi will not be responsible for camera damage caused by improper
installations or the misuse of equipment for installation.
Step 5: Connect Camera to Network
Connect the other end of the network cable to a switch or injector. Then, connect the switch or
injector to a network or PC and a power source. See Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) example
connection diagram below.
Network
AC Power
Source
PoE Injector /
PoE Switch
Power Cable
Ethernet Cable
Ethernet Cable
(Data + Power)
Ethernet Cable
(Data)
Camera
Rubber Ring