Aigis Mechtronics MLA Series User manual

153.5
(6.04)
97.8
(3.85)
4x05.1 (0.20)
Mounting Holes 2x 05.1
(0.20)
153.5
(6.04)
Threaded for3/4-inch Conduit
Threaded for3/4-inch Conduit.
Plug Supplied.
144.3
(5.68)
Dimensions aremm
(in)
79
(3.11) 114.1
(4.49)
83.3
(3.28)
61.1
(2.41)
over Assembly
RearMount
Conduit Connection
AlternateSurfaceMount
Conduit Connection
FourMounting Holes
(#10 or M5Screws)
BNC& Power Leads
Captive Screws
Base Assembly
TwoHoles Alignwith
Single GangBox
Base Gasket
1. Remove dome cover.
2. Adjust the camera at the pivot points
by using the rotation knob.
3. Tighten thumb nuts as needed.
Pivot Point
Pivot Point
Thumbnut
P t Point
T mbnut
Rotation Knob
MINILINE ALUMINUM
FIXED AND VARIDOMES
MLA Series
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ATTACH DESICCANT TO
EITHER SURFACE USING ADHESIVE
PAD SUPPLIED IN KIT.
KEEP DESICCANT
SEALED IN PLASTIC BAG
UNTIL READY FOR INSTALLATION.

This label may appear on the bottom of the unit due to space limitations.
The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to per-
sons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alertthe user to presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appli-
ance.
Attention: Installation should be performed by qualified service
personnel only in accordance with the National Electrical Code
or applicable local codes.
24 VAC Units: Do Not Exceed 30 VAC Input.Voltage applied to the unit’s
power input should not exceed 30VAC. Normal input voltage is 24 VAC. User
supplied wiring from 24 VAC supply to unit must be in compliance with elec-
trical codes (Class 2 power levels). Do not ground 24 VAC supply at power
supplyterminals or at unit’s power supply terminals.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE UNITS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION:TO REDUCETHE RISK OF ELECTRICAL
SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN COVERS. NO USER SERVICE-
ABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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En raison de limitation de place, cette étiquette peut être placée sur le dessous
de l'appareil.
L'éclair fléché dans un triangle équilatéral, avertit l'utilisateur de la
présence d'une "tension dangereuse" non isolée à l'intérieur de l'ap-
pareil et d'une valeur suffisante pour constituer un risque d'électrocu-
tion.
Le point d'exclamation contenudans un triangle équilatéral, avertit
l'utilisateur de la présence, dans la documentation qui accompagne
l'appareil, de consignes d'utilisation et de maintenance importantes.
Attention: L'installation doit êtreeffectuée uniquement par du
personnel de service qualifié conformément à la réglementation
du Code Electrique National ou à la réglementation locale.
Appareils 24 VCA
Ne pas excéder 30 VCA. La tension appliquée à l'entrée d'alimentation de l'ap-
pareil ne devrait pas excéder 30 VCA.Toute installation électrique fournissant
du 24 Volts courant alternatif doit être conforme aux codes électriques.
(Niveaux d'alimentation de la Classe 2). Ne pas brancher une prise de terre
sur les bornes d'alimentation 24 Volts ou aux bornes d'alimentation de l'ap-
pareil.
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LE RISQUE D'ÉLECTROCUTION OU
D'INCENDIE, NE PAS EXPOSER À LA PLUIE OU À L'HUMIDITÉ UN
APPAREIL.
SECURITE
DANGER: POUR ÉVITER TOUT RISQUE D'ÉLECTROCUTION,
NE PAS OUVRIR LE BOÎTIER. IL N'Y A PAS DE PIÈCES REM-
PLAÇABLES À L'INTÉRIEUR. POURTOUTE RÉVISION,
S'ADRESSER À UNTECHNICIEN SPÉCIALISÉ.
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sein.
Das Blitzsymbol im gleichseitigen Dreieck soll den Benutzer auf
nicht isolierte "Hochspannung" im Gehäuse aufmerksam machen,
die eventuell stark genug ist, um einen elektrischen Schlag zu verur-
sachen.
Das Ausrufezeichen im gleichseitigen Dreieck soll den Benutzer auf
wichtige Bedienungs- und Wartungsanleitungen in der dem Gerät
beigefügten Literatur aufmerksam machen.
Achtung! Die Installation sollte nur von qualifiziertem
Kundendienstpersonal gemäß jeweilig zutreffender
Elektrovorschriften ausgeführt werden.
24 VACGeräte
Achtung! 30 Volt Eingangswechselspannung darf für 24 VAC Modelle nicht
überschritten werden. Normal-betrieb findet bei 24 Volt Wechselspannung
statt. Die Kabel- bzw. Drahtverbindung vom Netzgerät zu dem vor-liegenden
Gerät muß die Bestimmungen der Schutz-klasse II erfüllen. Nicht die 24-Volt-
Leitung erden weder am Netzgerät noch an den Anschlußklemmen des vorlie-
genden Gerätes
WARNUNG: UM FEUER ODER ELEKTRISCHE SCHLÄGE ZU
VERMEIDEN, SETZEN SIE DAS GERÄT NIEMALS REGEN ODER
FEUCHTIGKEIT AUS.
VORSICHT: UM EINEN ELEKTRISCHEN SCHLAG ZU VERMEI-
DEN,ABDECKUNG NICHT ENTFERNEN.WARTUNGEN
ALLER ART QUALIFIZIERTEM PERSONAL ÜBERLASSEN.
SICHERHEITSVORKEHRUNGEN
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Debido a limitaciones de espacio, esta etiqueta puede aparecer en la parte inferior
de la unidad.
El símbolo representado por un relámpago con punta de flecha
dentrodeun triángulo equilátero, se muestra con el objetivo de
alertar al usuario que existen "voltages peligrosos" sin aislamiento,
dentrode la cubierta de la unidad. Dichos voltages pueden ser de
tal magnitud que constituyen un riesgo de choque eléctrico a per-
sonas.
El símbolo de exclamación dentro de un triángulo equilátero, se
muestra con el objetivo de alertar al ususario de que instrucciones
de operación y mantenimiento importantes acompañan al equipo.
Atención: La instalación de este equipo debe ser realizada por
personal capacitado, solo en acuerdo, y en cumplimiento de nor-
mas del "National Electric Code" (Código Eléctrico Nacional) ó las
normas del Gobierno Nacional Local.
Unidades de 24 VCA
No exceder 30 VCA de entrada.Voltage suplido a la unidad no debe exceder
30 VCA.Voltage de entrada normal es de 24 VCA. El cableado de 24 VCA
provisto por el usuario debe cumplir con las normas eléctricas (Clase 2 de
niveles de alimentación). No conectar los 24VCA a tierra en las terminales de
la alimentación ó a las terminales de la fuente de alimentación de la unidad.
PELIGRO: PARA EVITAR EL PELIGRO DE INCENDIO Ó CHOQUE
ELÉCTRICO, NO EXPONGA A LA LLUVIA Ó HUMEDAD.
PRECAUCION: PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE CHOQUE
ELÉCTRICO, FAVOR NO ABRIR LA CUBIERTA. ESTE EQUIPO
NO CONSTA DE PIEZAS O PARTES QUE REQUIEREN SERVICIO
OMANTENIMIENTO. PARA REPARACIONES FAVOR REFERIRSE
AUNTÉCNICO CALIFICADO.
PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
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FCC & ICES INFORMATION
(U.S.A. and Canadian Models Only)
WARNING - This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and ICES-003 of Industry Canada.These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment.This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre-
quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interfer-
ence at his own expense. Intentional or unintentional changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance shall not be made.Any such changes or modifi-
cations could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for
corrective action.The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission helpful: "How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference
Problems." This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office,Washington, DC
20402, Stock No.004-000-00345-4.
1. UNPACKING
Unpack carefully.This is an electromechanical device and should be handled
carefully. Check to ensure that the following items are included:
• Integrated camera/housing unit.
• Hardware kit:
Two (2) 6-32 x 3/4-inch mounting screws
Tamper Proof Allen wrench
• Desiccant kit:
Desiccant-Pak
Adhesive foam tape pad used to attach Desiccant-Pak
2. SERVICE
If the unit needs repair service or parts, the customer should contact Aigis
Mechtronics for authorization to return as well as shipping instructions.
3. DESCRIPTION & SPECIFICATIONS
The MLA Series Mini and Vari domes are small, high security surveillance
domes containing 1/4-inch CCD cameras with integral fixed or varifocal lens-
es.The unit mounts easily to a single gang electrical box or directly to a wall
or ceiling.The units come ready to use and haveline lock, phase adjustment,
and backlight compensation controls to ensure the highest quality image and
performance.
Construction/Finish:Polycarbonate Dome on cast aluminum housing.
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Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this
product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be
required to take adequate measures.

Figure 1 MLA Series Assembly
Base Assembly Two Holes Align with
Single Gang Box (#10 or M5 Screws)
BNC
& Power Leads
Base Gasket
Rear Mount
Conduit Connection
Cover Assembly
Captive Screws
Alternate Surface Mount
Conduit Connection
Four Mounting Holes
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4. COVER REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT
1. Using the special Allen wrench provided, remove the 4 tamper resistant
screws located on the cover.The screws are captive and will remain with
the cover. Refer to Figure 1.
2. Lift the cover off the base to make required camera adjustments.
3. Replace the cover and tighten the retaining screws securely.

5. INSTALLATION
Attention: Installations should be performed by qualified service
personnel only in accordance with the National Electrical Code or
applicable local codes.
5.1 Connecting Low Voltage Power & Video Signal
The wiring harness has a BNC connector to accept video coax and two
stripped leads to accept the low voltage power. For mounting to a single gang
electrical box, run power and video lines through a knockout into the box (not
provided).When mounting directly to a wall or ceiling, run power and video
lines to the desired location using 3/4 inch conduit.
Caution: Before proceeding to disconnect the power at its source, be sure
that the unit is of the proper voltage type for the line power.
5.1.1 Connecting Low Voltage Power
Connect the line and neutral wires.
1. 12 VDC Applications: Connect the 12 volt hot wire to the red lead.
Connect the neutral/common wire to the black lead.
2. 24 AC Applications: Camera operation is not affected by the polarity of
the 24 VAC wires. However, in multiple camera systems, consistent wiring
configurations will help maintain roll-free switching.
5.1.2 Connecting Video Cable
Route and connect video cable to BNC connector.
5.2 Mounting
Refer to Figure 1.
1. Using the rubber base gasket as a template, mark the mounting hole loca-
tions on the mounting surface.The unit is intended to be mounted with
four #10 screws or four M5 screws (not supplied) through the four outer
holes in the base casting.To attach the unit to a single electrical box, use
the two #6-32 screws supplied.
2. Install the appropriate anchors or threaded inserts at the locations
marked in step 1.
3. Install a 3/4-inch threaded service conduit coupling into the back conduit
hole,using pipe sealant on the threads. If conduit is to enter from the
side,use a 2-mm Allen wrench to loosen the set screwfrom the conduit
hole plug. Remove the plug and reinstall it in the conduit hole on the back
of the unit.
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Figure 3 Fixed Focal Series
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4. If mounting this unit outdoors, apply a generous bead of silicone sealant
around the back of the base casting, surrounding all holes.Apply the rubber
base gasket to the back of the base casting and apply another generous
bead of sealant to the outer edge around the exposed surface of the gasket.
5. Place the unit into position on the wall or ceiling. Install the mounting
screws securely. If sealant is used, make sure that the sealant between the
wall or ceiling and the gasket forms a complete seal.Add more sealant if
needed. Make all final service connections and secure the conduit.
6. CAMERA ADJUSTMENT
6.1 MLA VariFocal Series
1. Remove dome cover. See Section 4.
2. Camera module position can be adjusted both vertically and horizontally.
The camera module can also be rotated for proper tilt orientation. See
Figure 2 for adjustment points.
3. When camera position is set, replace dome cover.
Rotate adjustment dial;
used to squarecamera
once adjustments have
been made.
Entire base bracket
rotates for pan
adjustment.
Tilt adjustment;
Thumb nut
Figure 2 Camera Position Adjustment Points
6.2 MLA Fixed Focal Series
1. Remove dome cover.
2. Adjust the camera at the pivot points
by using the rotation knob.
3. Tighten thumb nuts as needed.
Pivot Point
Pivot Point
Thumbnut
Pivot Point
Thumbnut
Rotation Knob

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7. CAMERA AND LENS SETTINGS
MLA VARIFOCAL SERIES
The camera module has various settings for any additonal adjustments that
may be required. See Figure 4 for adjustment locations.
Figure 4 Camera Assembly
7.2 Dip Switch Location
See Detail B for dip switch information.
Figure 5 Dip Switch Location
7.1 Phase Adjust
The phase adjust control is located on the power board next to power cable
connections. See Figure 4.To adjust phase, use a small screwdriver to rotate
control (blue block with yellow screw hole) until picture is synchronized with
other cameras in the system.
Detail A
Phase Adjust Pot
Phase Adjust
See Detail A
See Detail B
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Note: is factory set up
Set to this position when a strong
DETAIL B
The following chart diagrams the selectable dip switches and their
respective functions:
1
2
3
4
IRIS
Flickerless
(FL)
Backlight
Compensation
(BLC)
Synchronization
Mode
DC IRIS
AES
Shutter speed to be fixed at 1/100 sec.
Normal position
light is in the back ground.
Normal position
Internal Synchronization mode
Line lock mode
DC
AES
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
INT
L.L.
IRIS
DC ON ON INT
12 3 4
FL SyncBLC
Note: is factory set up
Set to this position when a strong
1
2
3
4
IRIS
Auto Gain
Control
(AGC)
Backlight
Compensation
(BLC)
Synchronization
Mode
DC IRIS
AES
Gain Level to be fixed at min.
Set to this position to improve camera
sensitivity in low light conditions.
light is in the back ground.
Normal position
Internal Synchronization mode
Line lock mode
DC
AES
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
INT
L.L.
IRIS
DC OFF ON INT
12 3 4
AGC SyncBLC
Color & Day/Night Camera
Black & White Camera

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8. CAMERA AND LENS SETTINGS
MLA Fixed Focal Series
As received, the unit will be set such that the line lock is on, the backlight
compensation is off and automatic white balance is on (color models only).
A -Power Block
1. Supply
2. Secondary GND
(Do not connect)
3. Supply (Supply accepts 24Vac
or 12Vdc,polarity independent,
galvanically isolated from video
GND)
B - Video Cable Output Connection
Detail B
On/Off
Figure 6 Fixed Focal Camera Adjustments
BNC / Power Harness
Base Assembly
Power Board
See Detail A
Phase Adjust Pot
Push Wire Connectors
Dip Switches:
White Balance
Back-Light Compensation
Line Lock
Detail A
See Detail B for
Switch Settings
C -DC Iris Cable Connection
D -Vphase Adjustment
Adjust control until desired setting is
achieved
E - Default Dipswitch Settings
On - LL (Line Lock)
NC (Not Connected)
On - WB (White Balance)
Off - BLC (Back Light Compensation)
DIP Switch Settings and Connections

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9. FIBER OPTIC CONNECTION
Suggested Fiber Optic Cable Routing
(CABLE NOT SUPPLIED)
Power leads terminate at
this block with flying leads
provided.
Fiber Optic Connection
For Fiber Optic Models, Avoid Tight Bends in the Fiber Cable.
Connect Camera and Fiber Module to the same 24VAC Power Source.
10. NETWORK UTP OPTION
Factory installed unshielded twisted pair transmitter requires no adjustments
to be made during installation.
1. Connect the power as usual (power leads are red and black).
2. Connect the two video leads as labeled to the twisted pair (blue lead is
labeled Video+; yellow lead is labeled video-).
Transmitter is compatible with NVT receivers and permits video transmission
of up to 750 ft when passive receiver is used and 3000 ft when active receiver
is used.

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12. REPLACEMENT PARTS
Part no. Qty Part Description
315 3460 001 1 Dome Bubble, Gray Tint
315 3460 002 1 Dome Bubble, Clear
315 4372 508 1 Varifocal Camera/Lens Assembly &
Mounting Bracket (Color, 3-6 mm lens,
50Hz)
315 4372 507 1 Camera/Lens Assembly & Mounting
Bracket (Color, 3-6 mm lens, 60Hz)
315 3651 010 1 Front Cover & Dome Assembly
315 3651 011 1 Front Cover & Dome Assembly
315 3651 012 1 Fiber Optic Module with Mount Bracket
315 3466 802 1 Tamper-resistant Hex Bit
Note: Contact the factory for parts that are not listed.
Surface Using Adhesive Pad Supplied in Kit.
Attach Desiccant to Either
Keep Desiccant
Sealed in Plastic Bag
Until Ready for Installaton.
11. DESICCANT INSTALLATION

153.5
(6.04)
97.8
(3.85)
4x 05.1 (0.20)
Mounting Holes 2x 05.1
(0.20)
153.5
(6.04)
Threadedfor3/4-inch Conduit
Threadedfor3/4-inch Conduit.
Plug Supplied.
144.3
(5.68)
Dimensions aremm
(in)
79
(3.11) 114.1
(4.49)
83.3
(3.28)
61.1
(2.41)
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13. DIMENSIONAL OUTLINE

©2006 Aigis Mechtronics
1124 Louise Road,Winston-Salem, NC 27107-5450
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone] 0040 003 AIG 08/06
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Data subject to change without notice