ACTi I93 User manual

Outdoor PTZ / Speed Dome
Camera
Hardware Manual
I93, I94, I95, I96, I910
2015/04/21

www.acti.com
Hardware Manual
2
Table of Contents
Precautions.............................................................4
Safety Instructions .................................................................................... 6
Introduction.............................................................7
List of Models............................................................................................. 7
Package Contents...................................................................................... 8
Physical Description ................................................................................. 9
I93, I94, I95, I96...................................................................................... 9
I910........................................................................................................11
Installation.............................................................13
Step 1: Unpack the Camera .................................................................... 13
Step 2: Mount the Camera ...................................................................... 15
Mounting Options.................................................................................. 15
Other Mounting Accessories................................................................. 16
How to Mount the Outdoor PTZ............................................................ 17
Step 3: Waterproof the Cable Connections........................................... 20
How to Waterproof the Cable Using the Cable Gland........................... 21
How to Waterproof the Cable Using the Conduit Gland........................ 25
How to Use the Junction Box................................................................ 29
Step 4: Connect to Network.................................................................... 32
Step 5: Access the Camera Live View.................................................... 32
Other Connections................................................33
How to Use the Power Adapter............................................................... 33
How to Replace the Fuse...................................................................... 34
How to Connect Digital Input / Digital Output Devices......................... 35

www.acti.com
Hardware Manual
3
Connecting DI/DO Device on I93, I94, I95, I96..................................... 36
Connecting DI/DO Device on I910........................................................ 37
How to Connect Audio Devices.............................................................. 41
Other Accessories ................................................42
How to Install the Memory Card (for I910 only)..................................... 42
How to Remove the Memory Card........................................................ 42
How to Attach the Safety Wire Strap...................................................... 43
How to Replace the Dome Cover............................................................ 45
Accessing the Camera .........................................47
Configure the IP Addresses.................................................................... 47
Access the Camera.................................................................................. 51

www.acti.com
Hardware Manual
4
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 instructions 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.

www.acti.com
Hardware Manual
5
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.

www.acti.com
Hardware Manual
6
Safety Instructions
Cleaning
Disconnect this video product from the power supply before cleaning.
Attachments
Do not use attachments or accessories not recommended by the video product manufacturer as
they may cause hazards.
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. 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 inner parts of the video product have 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.

www.acti.com
Hardware Manual
7
Introduction
List of Models
This hardware manual contains the following model:
I93
1MP Outdoor PTZ with D/N, Extreme WDR, ELLS, 30x Zoom lens
I94
2MP Outdoor PTZ with D/N, Extreme WDR, ELLS, 30x Zoom lens
I95
1MP Outdoor Speed Dome with D/N, Extreme WDR, ELLS, 30x Zoom
lens
I96
2MP Outdoor Speed Dome with D/N, Extreme WDR, ELLS, 30x Zoom
lens
I910
4MP Outdoor Speed Dome with D/N, Advanced WDR, SLLS, 33x Zoom
lens

www.acti.com
Hardware Manual
8
Package Contents
Check if the following items come with the camera package. If any of them is missing, please
contact your local sales agents or the Customer Help Desk (CHD).
Camera
Power Cord
Power Adapter
Universal Converter
Cable Gland
Conduit Gland
Gland Rubber Rings
(x2)
Hex Screwdriver
Safety Strap
Screws
Quick Installation
Guide
Warranty Card
DI/DO Terminal
Blocks (x2)
(I910 only)
NOTE: The above pictures are for reference only; actual items may slightly vary.

www.acti.com
Hardware Manual
9
Physical Description
I93, I94, I95, I96
No.
Item
Description
1
Reset Button
The reset button is used to restore the factory default settings
of the camera, including the administrator’s password.
To reset the camera, do the following:
a. Loosen the four (4) screws using the bundled hex
screwdriver to remove the cover.
b. Press and hold the reset button for at least 5 seconds or
until the Power LED goes off.
2
Power LED
The Power LED lights red when the camera is powered up.
3
Ethernet Port
The Ethernet port connects to a network using a standard
Ethernet cable.
4
AC 24V Power Input
This jack connects to the power adapter and power cord to
supply power to the camera.
5
Digital Input / Output
The colored cables connect to digital input or output devices,
such as an alarm trigger, panic button, etc. Digital Input (DI)
and Digital Output (DO) devices are used for applications like
motion detection, event triggering, alarm notifications, etc. See
How to Connect Digital Input / Digital Output Devices on
page 35 for information.

www.acti.com
Hardware Manual
10
No.
Item
Description
6
Audio Output
This jack connects to an audio output device, such as a
speaker. See How to Connect Audio Devices on page 41.
7
Audio Input
This jack connects to an audio input device, such as a
microphone with built-in amplifier. See How to Connect Audio
Devices on page 41.
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.