ACTi B41 Assembly instructions

Zoom Bullet Series
Hardware Manual
B41, B44, B45, B47
I44, I45
2014/07/31

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Table of Contents
Precautions.............................................................4
Safety Instructions .................................................................................... 6
Introduction.............................................................7
The List of Models ..................................................................................... 7
Package Contents...................................................................................... 8
Physical Description ............................................................................... 10
Mounting Options.................................................................................... 12
Installation Procedures........................................13
Step 1: Prepare for Installation............................................................... 13
Step 2: Attach the Sunshield .................................................................. 14
Step 3: Install the Camera....................................................................... 15
Step 4: Waterproof and Connect the Network Cable............................ 15
Step 5: Connect to Network.................................................................... 16
Step 6: Access Camera Live View.......................................................... 16
Step 7: Adjust the Viewing Angle........................................................... 17
Waterproof Solution Using the “Pigtail”.............18
How to Use the Female Cable Gland...................................................... 19
How to Use the Female Conduit Gland.................................................. 22
Waterproof Solution Using the Camera
Connectors............................................................26
How to Use the Male Cable Gland (Optional)........................................ 28
How to Use the Male Conduit Gland ...................................................... 32
Other Connections................................................36
Connecting a Power Adapter (Optional)................................................ 36

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Connecting DI/DO and Audio Devices (Optional) ................................. 38
How to Connect DI/DO Devices............................................................ 38
How to Connect Audio Devices............................................................. 41
Other Adjustments and Accessories ..................42
How to Remove the “Pigtail” .................................................................. 42
How to Insert a Memory Card................................................................. 45
How to Insert the Memory Card............................................................ 45
How to Remove the Memory Card........................................................ 45
Accessing the Camera .........................................46
Configure the IP Addresses.................................................................... 46
Access the Camera.................................................................................. 50

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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
Only install this device 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 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.

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Introduction
The List of Models
This hardware manual contains the following models:
B41
5MP Zoom Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Basic WDR, 12x Zoom lens
B44
1.3MP Zoom Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Basic WDR, SLLS, 10x Zoom
lens
B45
2MP Zoom Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Basic WDR, SLLS, 10x Zoom
lens
B47
3MP Zoom Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Superior WDR, 12x Zoom lens
I44
1MP Zoom Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Extreme WDR, SLLS, 30x Zoom
lens
I45
2MP Zoom Bullet with D/N, Adaptive IR, Extreme WDR, SLLS, 30x Zoom
lens
From the installation perspective these models are very similar; therefore you can use one
manual for all of them.

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Package Contents
Camera
Sunshield
Sunshield Screws
Hexagon Screwdriver
Camera Base Wrench
Bracket Wrench
Female Conduit Gland
Female Cable Gland
Washer
Male Conduit Gland
Male Cable Gland
(Optional)
Drill Template Sticker
Drill Template

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Terminal Block
(for Power)
Terminal Block
(for Audio and DI/DO)
Quick Installation Guide
Warranty Card

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Physical Description
Exterior View
Connectors View
NOTE: The connectors are hidden under the housing cover.
1) Ethernet Ports
The Ethernet port (1a) of the cable-out or “pigtail” connects to a network using an Ethernet
cable.
The Ethernet port (1b) on the housing connects the cable-out or “pigtail” to the camera.
NOTE: It is possible to replace the “pigtail” with a standard Ethernet cable by disconnecting
the pigtail and connecting the preferred cable to this port.
2) Memory Card Slot
Insert a memory card into this slot for local recording purposes. See How to Insert a
Memory Card on page 45for more information.
NOTE: Supports microSDHC and microSDXC cards.