American Dynamics IP speedDome Ultra 8 Manual

Camera Dome
Installation and Service
Manual

SpeedDome*
Camera Dome
Installation and Service Manual
8000-1715-01, Rev. A
WLG 1O/97

FCC COMPLIANCE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15
of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: 1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
EQUIPMENT MODIFICATION CAUTION
Equipment changes or modifications not expressly approved by
Sensormatic Electronics Corporation, the party responsible for
FCC compliance, could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
WARRANTY DISCLAIMER
Sensormatic Electronics Corporation makes no representation or
warranty with respect to the contents hereof and specifically
disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for
any particular purpose. Further, Sensormatic Electronics
Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication and make
changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation
of Sensormatic Electronics Corporation to notify any person of
such revision or changes.
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For units of the Department of Defense, all documentation and
manuals were developed at private expense and no part of it was
developed using Government Funds. The restrictions governing
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are set forth in the definition of “limited rights” in paragraph (a)
(15) of the clause of DFARS 252.227.7013. Unpublished - rights
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No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without
written permission from Sensormatic Electronics Corporation.
SensorVision and SpeedDome are trademarks of Sensormatic
Electronics Corporation. Product names mentioned herein may be
trademarks or registered trademarks of other companies.
0 Copyright Sensormatic Electronics Corporation 1997.

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Using this manual ........................................................................................................ v
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................
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WHAT IS SpeedDome?. ............................................................................................ 1-l
SpeedDome FEATURES.. ......................................................................................... l-2
IINSTALLATION METHODS ..................................................................................... l-6
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................... l-8
INSTALLATION.. .................................................................................................. 2-l
PRE-INSTALLATION GUIDELINES.. ........................................................................ .2-l
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................... 2-2
INDOOR MOUNTING METHODS.. ........................................................................... 2-2
OUTDOOR MOUNTING METHODS.. ....................................................................... 2-2
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.. ................................................................................ .2-2
Appendix A
Appendix B
Appendixes
American Dynamics to SpeedDome Interconnection ............................................. A-l
SensorNet and UniCard.. ......................................................................................... B-l
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Using this manual
Use this manual when installing Sensormatic SpeedDomes for
the first time. Use it later as a guide for maintenance and
troubleshooting.
Sections included in this manual
This manual contains four sections arranged as follows:
1.0 INTRODUCTION provides a product overview and
specifications.
20 INSTALLATION provides background and procedures
required to install and adapt the unit to its environment.
Wuick Reference Guide” The quick reference guide
portion of the Installation and Service chapters provides
procedures, wiring diagrams, and cable terminations in a
reference format. Copy appropriate pages for use in the
field.
Appendixes contain information on attaching SpeedDome
camera domes to American Dynamics systems and
SensorNeWnicard domes.
Questions?
For technical support or questions that this manual does not
address:
Customer Engineers call l-800-543-9740.
Dealers call l-800-442-2225
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Introduction
1.1 WHAT IS SpeedDome’“?
The SensorVision SpeedDome (Figure l-l) is a programmable
dome designed for retail stores, casinos, manufacturing facili-
ties, hotels, hospitals, and a wide variety of other facilities,
especially where appearance is an important consideration.
The SpeedDome is part of a SensorVision CCTV (Closed Circuit
Television) system, a network of remote camera devices. The
dome pans, tilts, zooms, and focuses on the subject, whether it
is in low light, moving, or at a distance.
Manual operation enables these functions to be controlled by a
host control system from a centrally located console. Automatic
operation enables the dome to store, and recall at a later time,
camera scenes or field of views (Targets/Presets) and a series
of pan/tilt/zoom movements (Patterns). SpeedDome can also
activate or respond to external security devices.
Compact, Visible Dome. SpeedDome is visually
appealing and unobtrusive. The dome chassis consists of a
carriage assembly hidden inside a protective housing with a
ceiling-mounted, gloss black “eyeball” suspended from it. The
carriage assembly contains the dome’s power supply, a pan
motor assembly, and electronic circuitry used to operate the
dome. The eyeball, only 19cm (7.5”) in diameter, houses a
camera, camera electronics, lens, lens motors, and tilt
assembly.
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Monochrome and Color Cameras. The Speed-
Dome uses monochrome or color cameras. Monochrome
cameras come in l/2’ CCD, EIA, 60Hz and l/2” CCD, CCIR,
50Hz versions. Color cameras come in l/2” CCD, NTSC, 60Hz
and l/2” CCD, PAL, 50Hz versions.
The color camera is fully digital, which has several advantages
over analog versions. It has no field adjustments, and better
light sensitivity (2.2 lux) and picture resolution (430 TV lines) due
to Digital Signal Processing (DSP).
Camera Lens. The indoor version uses a motorized 8-
80mm, fl.2 lens; the outdoor version uses an &80mm, fl.2 lens
or an fl.8, 12-120mm lens. The lens and associated electronics
provide a totally unique Iris Preferencel that automatically
adapts the picture to even the most difficult lighting conditions
(see “Iris Preference’“” under features).
Camera/Lens Concealment. For indoor versions, a
clear, acrylic “contact lens” mounts flush with the contour of the
eyeball to prevent detection of the camera’s viewing position.
For indoor versions, outer acrylic bubbles, available in clear,
tinted, gold, or mirrored finishes further conceal the camera’s
viewing position or customize its appearance to blend with
special decors.
1.2 SpeedDome FEATURES
Performance Features
In alphabetical order:
l Alarm inputs and outputs. The SpeedDome accepts
dry-contact switch closures from four different sensing
devices. This or any other system camera can then be
programmed to scan or position itself to observe alarms and
events. Onboard outputs enable the SpeedDome to control
other activities such as turning on lights or initiating sound
messages.
l Apple Peel Default Pattern. When no programmed
patterns are entered into its software, the SpeedDome auto-
matically defaults to an “apple peel” pattern. It initially aims
along the ceiling and then performs 360” pans: 3 for the
indoor mount and 3 for the outdoor mount, dropping 30”
after each pan.
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Automatic Calibration. When power is first applied, the
SpeedDome calibrates its position-sensing electronics by
going through a one-minute motion routine (during which it
ignores commands).
Automatic Lens Control (AN). Also called auto-iris,
this feature enables the lens iris to adjust to different lighting
conditions automatically; however, it can be overridden at
the console to adjust lighting manually. See ‘Iris Preference ’
in this section.
Automatic/Manual Dome Reset. A watchdog circuit
automatically resets the dome if preprogrammed
instructions are incorrect. The dome can be manually reset
using keyboard commands from the console as long as the
dome can communicate.
Automatic Synchronization. The dome automatically
synchronizes to a 50 or 60Hz ac source, free-runs on its
own internally generated clock, or synchronizes to an
external frequency generator su;h as a Genlock.
Auto-Repeat Surveillance Pattern. The dome can be
“taught” to continuously pan any designated area and to
zoom-in for close-ups as it pans. Once activated, the
pattern repeats only if it is commanded to do so; the pattern
will run only once.
Backup Power. Depending on the dome’s processing
requirements, the backup power will maintain memory for at
least a 24-hour time period.
ClearVIew”. The outdoor SpeedDome is equipped with a
unique heater and air circulation system that keeps the
outer lens clear of ice and fog in any weather condition.
DSP Motor Control. All lens motors are assembled on a
balanced mechanism that supports high-speed pan and tilt
movements. Digital signal processing (DSP) and dynamic
motor braking ensure precise and fluid camera movement
and dramatically extend motor life.
High-Resolution Color Camera. This digital camera
delivers superb picture clarity and vivid colors. A high-
resolution monochrome camera is also available.
Iris Preference”. This feature enables the operator to
manually adjust backlighting beyond the adjustments made
by the ALC for precise and accurate illumination of the
subject. Iris Preference combines the flexibility of manual iris
with the benefits of auto iris.
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l Pattern Speed Multiplier. With the VMl system, the
operator can multiply the base pattern speed range of the
camera (3 -24” per second depending on zoom position) by
two (6-48”) three (g-72”) or four times (12-96”). All other
host systems have fully proportional pan (&90”/sec) and tilt
(0-50”lsec).
l Transient Protection. All dome inputs and outputs are
opto-coupled, transformer isolated, or provided with heavy
duty transient protection to enhance long-term product relia-
bility. The outdoor dome also has lightning strike protection.
l Target (Preset). The SpeedDome can precisely pan, tilt,
zoom, and focus in on an alarm-triggered event in less than
one second. This speed and accuracy enables a single
SpeedDome to offer better coverage than multiple fixed
cameras.
l Switching Power Supply. Compared to previous
domes, this circuit reduces power consumption by 60 per-
cent and enables cable runs of up to 120 meters.
l Zoom Adjusted Program (ZAP)“. The ZAP feature
automatically adjusts pan and tilt speeds during manual
operation to keep the video image constant as the camera
lens adjusts from wide to telescopic. For example, a 10x
lens panning at 24” per second at wide angle slows to 3”
per second at full zoom. Programming or running a pattern
disables ZAP.
l 180” Flip’“. The dome can enhance the tracking of a target
as it moves toward the camera, directly beneath it, and
away from it by flipping its camera 180” (hence, turning the
video image right-side-up) at the point where the target
passes directly beneath the dome.
l 10X “Fast” Lens. A 8-80mm, fl.2 lens or 12-120mm
(outdoor), fl.8 lens is provided. The video image from the 8-
80mm lens fills the monitor screen at 30 meters (700’); the
video image from the 12-l 20mm lens fills the monitor screen
at 45 meters (750’).
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