American Dynamics Illustra Flex Series User manual

Illustra Flex Series
1MP & 3MP Outdoor Dome
Quick Start Guide
8200-1027-10 B0

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Notice
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improve its products. All specifications are therefore subject to change without notice.
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Table of Contents
WARNING ........................................................................................................................................................4
Preface.............................................................................................................................................................5
1. Product Overview....................................................................................................................................6
1.1 Physical Characteristics.......................................................................................................................6
2. Installation and Connection ................................................................................................................9
2.1 Unpack Everything...............................................................................................................................9
2.2 Installation............................................................................................................................................9
2.2.1 Checking Appearance............................................................................................................. 9
2.2.2 Disassembling the Camera................................................................................................... 10
2.2.3 Connecting the wires............................................................................................................. 10
2.2.4 Mounting the camera............................................................................................................. 12
2.2.5 Adjusting the camera position............................................................................................... 14
2.2.6 Locking the camera............................................................................................................... 15
2.2.7 Network Topology.................................................................................................................. 15
2.2.8 System Requirements........................................................................................................... 16
2.3 Connection.........................................................................................................................................17
2.3.1 Default IP address................................................................................................................. 17
2.3.2 Connecting from a computer & Viewing Preparation............................................................ 17
2.4 Using the illustra Connect Tool to Manage Cameras.........................................................................20

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WARNING
This unit operates at AC 24V/ PoE.
Installation and service should be performed only by qualified and experienced technicians and comply
with all local codes and rules to maintain your warranty.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
Wipe the camera with a dry soft cloth. For tough stains, slightly apply with diluted neutral detergent and
wipe with a dry soft cloth.
Do not apply benzene or thinner to the camera, which may cause the surface of the unit to be melted or
lens to be fogged.
Avoid aligning the lens to very bright objects (example, light fixtures) for long periods of time.
Avoid operating or storing the unit in the following locations:
Extremely humid, dusty, or hot/cold environments (recommended operating temperature: -40°C to
+50°C) (PoE does not support heater.)
Close to sources of powerful radio or TV transmitters
Close to fluorescent lamps or objects with reflections
Under unstable or flickering light sources
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). Correct disposal of this product
(applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection
systems). This product should be disposed of, at the end of its useful life, as per applicable
local laws, regulations, and procedures.

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Preface
This user manual is designed as a reference for the installation and manipulations of the unit including the
camera’s features, functions, and detailed explanation of the menu tree. The reader is supposed to be able to
get following information in the manual.
Product Overview: the main functions and system requirements of the unit.
Installation and Connection: instructions on unit installation and wire connections.
Administration and Configuration: the main menu navigation and controls explanations.

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1. Product Overview
1.1 Physical Characteristics
FIGURE 1-1: PHYSICAL DIMENSION A
FIGURE 1-2: PICTORIAL INDEX*
* Refer to table 1-1 for definitions
Unit: mm

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TABLE 1-1: PICTORIAL INDEX DEFINITION
Index #
Name
1 Camera bottom case
2 Tilt adjustment bracket and thumbnuts, notches(X2),
3 IR board
4 Loosen the screw to take off camera housing
5 Camera top case
6 Dome cover
FIGURE 1-3: PIN DEFINITIONS 1/2
TABLE 1-2: PIN DEFINITIONS 1/3
DEFAULT return to factory default by press button for 5
seconds
RESET system restart

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FIGURE 1-4: PIN DEFINITIONS 2/2
Note Connectors and field wiring terminal for external Class 2 circuits provided with marking
indicating minimum Class of wiring to be used. Class 2 shall be marked adjacent to the field
wiring terminals.
TABLE 1-3: PIN DEFINITIONS 2/3
Au/I Audio in
GND
Au/O Audio out
GND
AI Alarm in
GND
AO Alarm out
COM
TABLE 1-4: PIN DEFINITIONS 3/3
AC 24V Network IR vandal dome camera can operate at AC 24V
only

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2. Installation and Connection
2.1 Unpack Everything
Check everything in the packing box matches to the order form and the packing slip. In addition to this
manual, items below are included in the packing box.
One Network IR vandal dome Camera
2-pin terminal block for power input, and 8-pin terminal block for alarm input/output
One CD containing Illustra Connect, user manual and quick installation guide.
One printed quick installation guide
One monitor out cable
One mounting template
One hexagon screw driver
3 screw anchors
3 screws
Please contact your dealer if any item missing.
2.2 Installation
Following tools might help you complete the installation:
a drill
screwdrivers
wire cutters
2.2.1 Checking Appearance
When first unboxing, please check whether if there is any visible damage to appearance of the unit and its
accessories. The protective materials used for the packaging should be able to protect the unit from most of
accidents during transportation.
Please remove the protective film of the unit when every item is checked in accordance with the list
in 2.1 Unpacking Everything.

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2.2.2 Disassembling the Camera
Gently remove the screw to take off camera housing (3).
Set the camera housing (4) aside.
FIGURE 2-1: DISASSEMBLING THE CAMERA
2.2.3 Connecting the wires
1. Connect the power cable to the power plugs with one of the following options.
Inset power cable for AC 24V, Connect 24 V (~) cables to terminals ~AC 24V.
PoE: Connect the RJ-45 jack to a PoE compatible network device that supplied power through the
Ethernet cable.