Avigilon H6M-D User manual

InstallationGuide
Avigilon H6M Mini DomeCamera Models:
Surface Mount: H6M-D(-IR)
In-Ceiling Mount: H6M-D(-IR) + H6M-MT-DCIL1
Pendant Mount: H6M-D(-IR) + H6M-MT-NPTA1

Important Safety Information
This manual provides installation and operation information and precautions for the use of this device.
Incorrect installation could cause an unexpected fault. Before installing this equipment read this manual
carefully. Please provide this manual to the owner of the equipment for future reference.
This Warning symbol indicates the presence of dangerous voltage within and outside the product
enclosure that may result in a risk of electric shock, serious injury or death to persons if proper
precautions are not followed.
This Caution symbol alerts the user to the presence of hazards that may cause minor or moderate
injury to persons, damage to property or damage to the product itself if proper precautions are not
followed.
WARNING — Failure to observe the following instructions may result in severe injury or death.
lInstallation must be performed by qualified personnel only.
lInstallation of the device must conform to all local codes.
lThis product is intended to be supplied by a UL Listed Power Unit marked "Class 2" or "LPS" or
"Limited Power" with Power over Ethernet (PoE) rated 48 VDC, 6W min.
lDo not connect directly to a mains power system for any reason.
CAUTION — Failure to observe the following instructions may result in injury to persons or damage
to the device.
lDo not expose the camera directly to high levels of x-ray, laser, or UV radiation. Direct exposure to
high levels of x-ray, laser, or UV radiation may cause permanent damage to the image sensor.
lDo not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other sources of heat.
lDo not subject the device cables to excessive stress, heavy loads or pinching.
lDo not open or disassemble the device. There are no user serviceable parts.
lRefer all device servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing may be required when the device has been
damaged (such as from a liquid spill or fallen objects), has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
lDo not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning the device body.
lUse only accessories recommended by Avigilon.
Regulatory Notices
This device complies 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.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
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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:
lReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
lIncrease the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
lConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
lConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Avigilon Corporation or parties
authorized by Avigilon Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Disposal and Recycling Information
When this product has reached the end of its useful life, please dispose of it according to your local
environmental laws and guidelines.
Risk of fire, explosion, and burns. Do not disassemble, crush, heat above 100 °C (212 °F), or incinerate.
European Union:
This symbol means that according to local laws and regulations your product should be disposed of
separately from household waste. When this product reaches its end of life, take it to a collection point
designated by local authorities. Some collection points accept products for free. The separate collection and
recycling of your product at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is
recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.
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Legal Notices
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or logos mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners. The absence of the symbols ™
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trademark. Avigilon Corporation protects its innovations with patents issued in the United States of America
and other jurisdictions worldwide (see avigilon.com/patents). Unless stated explicitly and in writing, no
license is granted with respect to any copyright, industrial design, trademark, patent or other intellectual
property rights of Avigilon Corporation or its licensors.
Disclaimer
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the time of publication. The contents of this document and the specifications of the products discussed
herein are subject to change without notice. Avigilon Corporation reserves the right to make any such
changes without notice. Neither Avigilon Corporation nor any of its affiliated companies: (1) guarantees the
completeness or accuracy of the information contained in this document; or (2) is responsible for your use of,
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(including consequential damages) caused by reliance on the information presented herein.
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Table of Contents
Overview 7
Camera Body View 7
Surface Mount Overview 8
Cover View 8
Surface Mounting Adapter View 9
In-Ceiling Mount Overview 10
Cover View 10
In-ceiling Mounting Adapter View 11
Pendant Mount Overview 12
Cover View 12
Pendant Mounting Adapter View 13
Preparing the Installation 14
Required Tools and Materials 14
Pre-Deployment In-Box Configuration 14
Mounting and Aiming Video Analytics Cameras 15
Surface Mount Installation 16
Camera Package Contents 16
Using the Surface Mount Adapter 16
Installing the Camera Base to the Mounting Adapter 18
Attaching the Bezel 18
In-Ceiling Mount Installation 20
Camera Package Contents 20
Using the In-Ceiling Mounting Adapter 20
Installing the Camera Base to the Mounting Adapter 23
Attaching the Bezel 24
Pendant Mount Installation 26
Camera Package Contents 26
Using the Pendant Mounting Adapter 26
Installing the Camera Base to the Mounting Adapter 29
Attaching the Bezel 30
Connecting to the Camera 32
Initializing a Camera Username and Password 32
Assigning an IP Address 32
Accessing the Live VideoStream 33
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Aiming the Camera 33
(Optional) Configuring Onboard Storage 35
Configuring the Camera 35
For More Information 35
Connection Status LED Indicator 36
Troubleshooting Network Connections and LED Behavior 36
Disassembling an Installed Camera 38
Removing the Camera from the Surface Mounting Adapter 38
Removing the Camera from the In-Ceiling Mounting Adapter 39
Removing the Camera from the Pendant Mounting Adapter 40
Resetting to Factory Default Settings 41
Setting the IP Address Using the ARP/Ping Method 42
Limited Warranty and Technical Support 43
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Overview
Note: Be careful not to scratch the camera. The resulting marks or fingerprints may affect the overall
image quality. Keep the protective covers on the outside of the camera until the installation is
complete.
Camera Body View
1. Ethernet port
Accepts power and Ethernet connection to the network.
The camera can only be powered by Power over Ethernet (PoE). Server communication and image
data transmission also occur over this connection.
2. Serial number tag
Provides the serial number and MACaddress for the camera.
3. Firmware revert button
Used to reset the camera. For more information, see Resetting to Factory Default Settings on page41.
4. microSD card slot
Overview 7

Accepts microSD cards for onboard storage. Install microSD cards so the metal contacts are facing
towards the base of the camera. Refer to the icon beside the card slot for card orientation. For more
information, see (Optional) Configuring Onboard Storage on page35.
5. Connection status LED indicator
Green LED provides information about device operation. For more information, see Connection Status
LED Indicator on page36.
6. Camera housing clips
Clips that attach the camera body to the mounting adapter.
7. Locking latch
Orange-colored latch that locks the camera in place after the camera has been aimed. For more
information, see Aiming the Camera on page33.
8. Infrared illuminator (optional)
The infrared illuminator is available on selected models.
9. Camera lens
The lens is behind the protective dome.
Surface Mount Overview
Cover View
1. Camera bezel
Used to protect the camera latch, the camera internals, and the mounting adapter.
2. Camera body
The main body of the camera, including the internal mechanisms for aiming the camera.
Surface Mount Overview 8

Surface Mounting Adapter View
1. Camera attachment slots
Slots that the camera housing clips are inserted into to attach the camera body to the surface
mounting adapter.
2. Logo guide
Used to indicate the direction the logos will be facing when the installation is complete.
3. Cable entry hole
An entry hole for the cables required for camera operation.
4. Mounting holes
Screw holes for mounting the surface mounting adapter to the ceiling or wall.
5. Bezel attachment clips
Clips to hold the bezel in place.
Surface Mounting Adapter View 9

In-Ceiling Mount Overview
Cover View
1. Camera body
The main body of the camera, including the internal mechanisms for aiming the camera.
2. ln-ceiling mount bezel
Used to protect the camera latch, the camera internals, and the mounting adapter.
3. Mounting adapter
Used to mount the camera to a wall or ceiling panel. The mounting clamps and retainer are not shown.
In-Ceiling Mount Overview 10

In-ceiling Mounting Adapter View
1. Cable entry hole
An entry hole for the cables required for camera operation.
2. Camera attachment slots
Slots that the camera housing clips are inserted into to attach the camera body to the ceiling mounting
adapter.
3. Bezel attachment clips
Clips to hold the bezel in place.
4. Mounting clamps
Metal springs with plastic tabs that extend outward to hold the in-ceiling mounting adapter in place.
In-ceiling Mounting Adapter View 11

Pendant Mount Overview
Cover View
1. Camera body
The main body of the camera, including the internal mechanisms for aiming the camera.
2. Camera bezel
Used to protect the camera latch, the camera internals, and the mounting adapter.
3. NPT adapter
Used to mount the camera to a 1/2" Male NPT pipe thread.
4. NPT pipe
Used for installing cameras from the ceilings.
Note: The NPT pipe is not supplied by Avigilon and should be sourced separately.
Pendant Mount Overview 12

Pendant Mounting Adapter View
1. Cable entry hole
An entry hole for the cables required for camera operation.
2. Camera attachment slots
Slots that the camera housing clips are inserted into to attach the camera body to the mounting
adapter.
3. Mounting adapter
Adapter plate for installing the camera to the pendant NPT adapter.
4. Mounting screws
Screws to install the mounting adapter to the pendant NPT adapter.
Pendant Mounting Adapter View 13

Preparing the Installation
Required Tools and Materials
The following tools are required to complete the installation but are not included in the package:
lNo. 2 Phillips screwdriver — for attaching camera to a mounting surface.
Pre-Deployment In-Box Configuration
The camera comes equipped with an RJ45 connector that is accessible from the outside of the box for users
that want to configure camera settings before installing the camera. The RJ45 connector is accessible
through the small flap on the side of the camera box for easy configuration before unpacking the camera.
Note: The maximum recommended duration of in-box configuration is 1 hour. The maximum
recommended ambient temperature is 30° C (86° F).
1. Locate and open the flap on the side of the camera packaging. Look for the Config label.
2. Connect a network cable to the RJ45 plug on the configuration cable. The network cable must provide
PoE. IEEE 802.3af Class 3, to power the camera during configuration.
3. Connect to the camera using an ACC Client, the Camera Configuration Tool, or the camera's web
browser interface to configure the camera's settings. For more information about connecting to the
camera, see Assigning an IP Address on page32, and Accessing the Live VideoStream on page33.
4. Once you have finished making configuration changes, unplug the network cable.
CAUTION — Be careful when handling the camera after configuring it inside the packaging. The
camera may be hot when handling it or removing from the packaging immediately after in-box
configuration.
Preparing the Installation 14

Mounting and Aiming Video Analytics Cameras
When installing an Avigilon video analytics camera, follow the listed mounting and aiming recommendations
to maximize the camera's analytics capabilities:
lThe camera should be installed above 2.74 m (9 feet).
lThe camera should tilt downwards no more than 45 degrees.
lThe camera image should be level with the horizon line.
lThe camera should be mounted to a stable surface to minimize the physical movement of the camera
after installation.
For more details, see Designing a Site for Video Analytics. The document is available on the Avigilon website.
Mounting and Aiming Video Analytics Cameras 15

Surface Mount Installation
Camera Package Contents
Ensure the package contains the following:
lAvigilon H6M Mini Dome Camera.
lSurface mounting template sticker
l2 screws and anchors for solid walls
lSurface mount adapter
lSurface mount bezel
Using the Surface Mount Adapter
The camera is provided with a surface mount adapter that can be mounted to a wall or ceiling.
If the camera needs to be installed in a different way, use one of the other mounting adapter options and
refer to their sections for more information:
lIn-Ceiling Mount Installation on page20
lPendant Mount Installation on page26
Perform the following steps if the required cables are coming from inside the mounting surface and the
camera will be mounted immediately over the cable hole. Use this procedure on surfaces that can be easily
drilled into, and when the cables should be kept out of sight.
Perform the following steps to mount the surface adapter to mounting surface:
Surface Mount Installation 16

1. Use the mounting template to drill two mounting holes into the mounting surface and drill the cable
entry hole.
2. Pull the required Ethernet cable through the cable entry hole.
3. Drive two screws to fasten the mounting adapter to the mounting surface.
Using the Surface Mount Adapter 17

Installing the Camera Base to the Mounting Adapter
Note: Be careful not to scratch or touch the dome bubble. The resulting marks or fingerprints may
affect the overall image quality. Keep the protective covers on the outside of the dome bubble until
the installation is complete.
After you install the mounting adapter, mount the camera base to the adapter, using the following steps:
1. Connect the Ethernet port attached to the camera to the Ethernet cable that was pulled through the
adapter.
The connection status LED indicator will turn on once a network link has been established.
2. Position the camera in the mounting adapter, reinserting the connected cable through the cable entry
hole.
3. Align the camera housing clips on the camera base to the camera attachment retainers on the
mounting adapter. Press the camera base into the mounting adapter. The camera base clicks into
place and is held securely.
Attaching the Bezel
Note:
Before installing the bezel, we recommend that you first connect to the camera and adjust the field
of view that the camera covers as well as any image and display settings. For more information, see:
lConnecting to the Camera on page32
lAiming the Camera on page33
After you lock the camera in place, attach the bezel to the mounting adapter, by completing the following
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steps:
1. Locate the two raised slots on the inner side of the bezel.
2. Place the bezel up against the mounting adapter with the raised slots slightly to the left of the bezel
mounting clips on the mounting adapter.
3. Rotate the bezel clockwise until it snaps into place.
Attaching the Bezel 19

In-Ceiling Mount Installation
Camera Package Contents
Ensure the package contains the following:
lAvigilon H6M Mini Dome Camera.
The following accessories are included but not required for an installation using a ceiling mount
adapter:
lSurface mounting template sticker
l2 screws and anchors for solid walls
lSurface mount adapter
lSurface mount bezel
Ensure the low-profile in-ceiling mounting adapter package (H6M-MT-DCIL1) contains the following:
lIn-ceiling mounting adapter for an H6M Mini Dome Camera
lIn-ceiling mounting template sticker
lLow-profile bezel
Using the In-Ceiling Mounting Adapter
If the camera needs to be installed into a ceiling, you can disregard the surface mount adapter that is
provided with the camera and use the in-ceiling mounting adapter instead.
If the camera needs to be installed in a different way, use one of the other mounting adapter options and
refer to their sections for more information:
lSurface Mount Installation on page16
lPendant Mount Installation on page26
Note: The maximum supported mounting surface thickness for the in-ceiling mounting adapter is 25
mm (1").
In-Ceiling Mount Installation 20