ALFAtron ALF SDIW Series User manual

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ALF-30X-SDIW, ALF-20X-SDIW, ALF-20X-SDI
User Manual

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Attention
This manual introduces functions, installations, and operations for this PTZ camera in detail. Please read this manual
carefully before installation and use.
Cautions
Avoid damage to the product caused by heavy pressure, strong vibration, or immersion during transportation, storage,
and installation.
Housing of this product is made of organic materials. Do not expose it to any liquid, gas, or solids that may corrode the
shell.
Do not expose the product to liquid or moisture.
To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not open the housing. Installation and maintenance should only be carried out
by qualified technicians.
Do not use the product beyond the specified temperature, humidity, or power supply specifications.
Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth when cleaning the camera lens. Wipe it gently with a mild detergent if needed. Do not use
strong or corrosive detergents to avoid scratching the lens and affecting the image.
This product contains no parts which can be maintained by users themselves. Any damage caused by dismantling the
product by the user without permission voids the warranty.
Electrical Safety
Installation and use of this product must strictly comply with local electrical safety standards.
The power supply of the product is ±12V, the max electrical current is 2A.
Installation
Do not rotate the camera head forcefully, it may cause mechanical failure.
This product should be placed on a stable desktop or another horizontal surface. Do not install the product obliquely,
otherwise, it may display an inclined image.
Ensure there are no obstacles within the rotation range of the holder.
Do not power on before completing the installation.
Magnetic Interference
Electromagnetic fields at specific frequencies may affect the video image. This product is Class A. It may cause radio
interference in the household application. The appropriate measure is required.

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FCC Statement
NOTE: 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 not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
Radiation Exposure
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Radiation Exposure:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
Do not dispose of this product with the normal household waste at the end of its life cycle. Return it to a collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic devices. This is indicated by the symbol on the product, user manual or packaging. The
materials are reusable according to their markings. By reusing, recycling or other forms of utilisation of old devices you make an
important contribution to the protection of our environment. Please contact your local authorities for details about collection
points.

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Content
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1. Fast Installation .................................................................................................................................................................5
1.1 Camera Interface Explanation.................................................................................................................................5
1.2 Initial power on configuration.................................................................................................................................5
1.3 Video Output...........................................................................................................................................................5
2. Product overview ..............................................................................................................................................................6
2.1 Product Introduction...............................................................................................................................................6
2.1.1 Dimension .............................................................................................................................................6
2.1.2 Accessory .....................................................................................................................................................6
2.2 Main Features .........................................................................................................................................................7
2.2.1 Camera Performance ...................................................................................................................................7
2.2.2 Network performance..................................................................................................................................7
2.3 Technical Specification ............................................................................................................................................8
2.4 Interface Instruction................................................................................................................................................9
2.4.1 External Interface.........................................................................................................................................9
2.4.3 RS-232 Interface ...........................................................................................................................................9
3. Application Instruction.................................................................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Video Output.........................................................................................................................................................11
3.1.1 Power-On Initial Configuration...................................................................................................................11
3.1.2 Video Output..............................................................................................................................................11
3.2 Remote Controller................................................................................................................................................. 11
3.2.1 Keys Instruction..........................................................................................................................................................11
3.2.2 Applications................................................................................................................................................12
3.3 MENU SETTING .....................................................................................................................................................14
3.3.1 Main Menu.................................................................................................................................................14
3.3.2 System Setting............................................................................................................................................14
3.3.3 Camera Setting...........................................................................................................................................15
3.3.4 P/T/Z ...........................................................................................................................................................17
3.3.5 Video Format..............................................................................................................................................18
3.3.6 Version........................................................................................................................................................18
3.3.7 Restore Default...........................................................................................................................................18
4. Network Connection ...............................................................................................................................................19
4.1 Connecting Mode:.........................................................................................................................................19
4.2 IE Log In .................................................................................................................................................................22
4.2.1 Web client ..................................................................................................................................................22
4.2.2 Preview.......................................................................................................................................................22
4.2.3 Configuration..............................................................................................................................................22
4.2.5 Video configuration....................................................................................................................................23
4.2.6 Network configuration ...............................................................................................................................25
4.2.7 System configuration..................................................................................................................................25
4.2.8 Logout ........................................................................................................................................................26
5. Serial Communication Control ........................................................................................................................................27
5.1 VISCA protocol list .................................................................................................................................................27

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5.1.1 Camera return command...........................................................................................................................27
5.1.2 Camera control command..........................................................................................................................27
5.1.3,Inquiry command.......................................................................................................................................30
5.2,Pelco-D protocol command list .............................................................................................................................32
5.3 Pelco-P protocol command list..............................................................................................................................33
6. Camera Maintenance and Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................34
6.1 Camera Maintenance............................................................................................................................................34
6.2 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................................34
7. After-Sales Service...........................................................................................................................................................36
8. Warranty .........................................................................................................................................................................37

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1. Fast Installation
1.1 Camera Interface Explanation
Figure 1.1 Interface
1. Camera Lens
2. Camera Base
3. Remote Controller Receiver Light
4. Bottom Dial Switch
5. Tripod Screw Hole
6. RS232 Control Interface (input)
7. RS232 Control Interface (output)
8. RS485 Input (left +, right-)
9. Audio Input Interface
10. 3G-SDI interface
11. HDMI Interface
12. 10/100M Network Interface
13. DC12V Input Power Supply Socket
1.2 Initial power on configuration
1) Connect DC12V power supply adapter with power supply socket.
2) Initial configuration: Power on with power indicator light on and remote-control receiver light blinking, camera head moves from
bottom left to the bottom, and then goes to the HOME position (intermediate position of both horizontal and vertical), while the
camera module focuses in and out. When remote control receiver light stops blinking, the self-checking is completed.
Note: If you set preset 0, when Power on self-test is completed, the camera automatically moves to the preset 0 position.
1.3 Video Output
This camera has a variety of video outputs: LAN, HDMI and 3G-SDI.
1) Video Output from LAN
a. Network Cable Connection Port: No.12 in Figure1.1.
b. Webpage Login: Open your browser and enter 192.168.5.163 in the address bar (factory default); press Enter to open the login
page. Enter the username admin and password admin (factory default); press Enter to enter the preview page, users can carry
out PTZ control, configuration etc.
2) HDMI Video Output
a. HDMI Video Cable Connection: No.11 in Figure1.1.
b. Connect the camera to the monitor via an HDMI video cable. The video output is available after camera self-test.
3) 3G-SDI Video Output
a. 3G-SDI video cable connection: No.10 in Figure1.1
b. Connect the camera and the monitor via 3G-SDI video cable; video output is available after camera self-test.
1.4 Bracket mount

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Note: Bracket can only be wall mounted or upside down mounted on template and concrete wall but cannot be installed on
plasterboard.
1) Wall mount step
2. Upside down mount step

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2. Product overview
2.1 Product Introduction
2.1.1 Dimension
Figure 2.2 Camera dimension
2.1.2 Accessory
When you unpack, check that all the supplied accessories are included:
Model NO. Configuration
Accessory
Standard
Power adapter 1piece
RS232 cable 1 piece
User manual 1
Double-side glue shim 4pcs
Warranty card 1 piece
IR Remote controller 1 piece
Wall or Ceiling mounting bracket
Cascade cable

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2.2 Main Features
2.2.1 Camera Performance
This camera offers excellent functionality, superior performance, and superb interfaces. The features include advanced ISP
processing algorithms to provide vivid images with a strong sense of depth, high resolution, and fantastic color rendition. It supports
H.265/H.264 encoding which makes motion video smooth and clear even with less-than-ideal bandwidth conditions.
1.Superb High-definition Image: It employs 1/2.8-inch-high quality CMOS sensor. Resolution is up to 1920x1080 with frame rate up
to 60 fps.
2.Various Optical Zoom Lens: It has a 20X and 30X optical zoom lens options.
3. Leading Auto Focus Technology: Leading auto focus algorithm makes the lens a fast, accurate and stable.
4. Low Noise and High SNR: Low Noise CMOS effectively ensure high SNR of camera video.
Advanced 2D/3D noise reduction technology is also used to further reduce the noise, while ensuring image sharpness.
5.Quiet PTZ: By adopting a high accuracy step driving motor mechanism, the Pan / Tilt / Zoom works quietly and moves smoothly and
quickly to designated positions.
6.Multi-Format Video Outputs: support HDMI,3G-SDI, wired LAN interface. The 3G-SDI is available for 100m transmission at 1080p60
format.
7.Low-power Sleep Function: Support low-power sleep/wake up, the consumption is lower than 500mW under sleep mode.
8.Support Multiple Control Protocol: Support VISCA, PELCO-D, PELCO-P protocols which can also be automatically recognized.
Support VISCA control protocol through IP port.
9.RS-232 Cascade Function: SDI series support RS-232 cascade function which is convenient for installing.
11.255 Presets Positions: Up to 255 presets (10 presets via remote controller).
12.Wide Application: Tele-education, Lecture capture, Webcasting, Videoconferencing, Tel e-training, Tele-medicine, Interrogation
and Emergency command systems.
2.2.2 Network performance
1. Audio Input Interface: Supports 16000, 32000, 44100, 48000 sampling frequency and AAC, MP3, and PCM audio coding.
2. Multiple Audio/Video Compression: Supports H.264/H.265 video compression; AAC, MP3 and PCM audio compression;
Supports compression of resolution up to 1920x1080 with a frame rate up to 60 fps and 2 channel 1920x1080p with 30 fps
compression.
3. Multiple network protocols: Support ONVIF, RTSP, RTMP protocols and RTMP push mode, easy to link to streaming media
servers like YouTube and Facebook)