Avonic CM-CON100 User manual

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CM-CON100
Avonic PTZ Camera Controller
User Manual
Version 2.2
Update notes:
Preset instructions added
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Contents
Inhoud
Contents ........................................................................................2
Introduction...................................................................................3
Congratulations ................................................................................................................................... 3
Safety Notes......................................................................................................................................... 3
Maintenance........................................................................................................................................ 3
Contact................................................................................................................................................. 3
Product Overview ..........................................................................4
Features............................................................................................................................................... 4
Package contents and Accessories ...................................................................................................... 4
Product Description............................................................................................................................. 5
Installation.....................................................................................7
Connection Diagram ............................................................................................................................ 7
Connecting multiple cameras by RS232 .............................................................................................. 7
Connecting multiple cameras by RS485 .............................................................................................. 8
Addressing Multiple Cameras.............................................................................................................. 9
Operation Instructions ................................................................. 10
Menu.................................................................................................................................................. 10
Set/Call Preset Position ..................................................................................................................... 12
Delete Preset Position ....................................................................................................................... 12
What to do if the admin pin is lost .................................................................................................... 13

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Introduction
Congratulations
Thank you for purchasing this product. Before beginning to operate this device, please read this
manual in order to make sure the best performance is obtained. Save this manual for future
reference.
Safety Notes
•Installation and servicing should only be done by Qualified Service Personnel and conform to
all local codes.
•This unit is designed for indoor use only and it must not be installed where exposed to water
or other liquids and moisture.
•Before powering on the device, check the input power voltage carefully.
•Avoid shock and vibration when transporting and installing the device.
•Use wall mount brackets or ceiling mount brackets available at Avonic for safe installation.
•Electronic devices produce heat. Do not block the ventilation slots of the device and make
sure the installation environment is well ventilated to avoid overheating.
•Before cleaning, unplug the power cable. Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the device, do not
use strong or abrasive detergent to clean that will damage the device.
•If you wish to dispose this product, please contact Avonic to obtain info about the recycle
procedure.
Maintenance
Before cleaning, unplug the power cable. Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the device, do not use
strong or abrasive detergent to clean that will damage the device.
Contact
For any questions or suggestions, contact the reseller or the local Avonic distributor. Find the local
distributor on the Avonic website. For support questions mail to suppo[email protected]
For the recent manual or datasheet, look at the Avonic website www.avonic.eu

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Product Overview
The Avonic CM-CON100 is a compact PTZ camera controller. With this controller it is possible to
control up to 255 camera's and using up to 255 pre-sets.
The controller supports the Visca, Pelco-D and Pelco-P protocol and can be connected with
RS232/485. The Avonic CM-CON100 is therefore compatible with the Avonic camera's as well with
other brands that supports these protocols.
Switch easily between auto and manual focus, save and load presets, and connect multiple
controllers to multiple camera's
Features
•Number of presets: With this compact controller, it is possible to control up to 255 cameras
and use up to 255 pre-sets.
•Connection: Easy to connect with RS232 , RS485
•Control: Every setting of the camera can be controlled by accessing the OSD of the camera
through the controller. Directly control the camera’s Pan, Tilt, Zoom and Focus.4D joystick
for pan/tilt/zoom/focus control, ergonomic design and excellent finishing;
Package contents and Accessories
Quantity
Description
Avonic SKU
1 pc
PTZ Camera Keyboard Controller
CM-CON100
1 pc
Power Supply
CM-CON100-PSU

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Product Description
1. OLED screen. The OLED screen displays status of current operation.
2. CALL (Call preset) Input preset number, then press CALL key to call a preset
3. CAMERA (Switch cameras) Input camera number, then press CAMERA key to switch to
another camera.
4. SET (Set / Clear preset) Input preset number, then press SET key to set or delete a preset
(Short press to “set”; long press to “clear”).
5. SETUP (Enter setup menu) Press SETUP key to enter menu and program the keyboard
6. CRUISE (Auto Cruise) Press CRUISE key to do auto cruise.
7. PATTERN (Pattern Scan) Press PATTERN key to do pattern scan
8. F1, F2 Toggle between Auto Focus and Manual Focus (also see 18.)
9. SHIFT (Extension key) It is an extension key to be used with other keys for special
functions.
10. ESC (Exit / Delete) It is a key to EXIT in a menu or DELETE in other operations.
11. 0~9 (Numbers) Those are keys used to input numbers. Combine with SHIFT key to
activate various functions shown on number keys. For example, press SHIFT + 1 will turn
on DIS function of the camera.
12. ENT (Confirm) It is used to confirm menu setting.
13. OPEN ( IRIS Open) This key is used to activate IRIS open of the camera. It is also a
“confirm” key in a menu.
14. Joystick This joystick is used to Pan, Tilt, Zoom and Focus
Non-Menu State:
Left/Right/Up/Down: Pan/Tilt the camera correspondingly
Twist clockwise: Zoom In,
Twist anti-clockwise: Zoom Out;
Press Zoom/ Focus Switch Key and Twist: Focus Near/Far
Menu State:

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Right: Enter a submenu or Confirm;
Left: Return to previous menu or exit (expect some not returnable menus);
Up: Move to last option;
Down: Move to next option.
15. CLOSE ( IRIS Close) This key is used to activate IRIS close of the camera; it is “return” key
in a menu.
16. Status Display area This area is used to display status of functions that are turned on,
relative icons will be back lighted.
17. MENU (Enter Camera Menu) This key is used to enter camera menu.
18. Zoom / Focus Switch Key. (See also 8.) This key is used to switch between zoom and focus
function.
Operation: Press this key, the red cross indicatorlight near the joystick will go out, twist
the joystick to zoom in / out; press this key again, the red cross indicatorlight will be
lightened, twist the joystick adjust focus value.

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Installation
The controller has 3 wires:
•Power with female JEITA connector
•RS232 with 3 pin Terminal Strip
•RS485 with 2 pin Terminal Strip
Maximum distance for RS232 is about 10 meters. Maximum distance for RS485 is about 1200 meters.
Connection Diagram
Power + RS-232 + RS-485
Connecting multiple cameras by RS232
The VISCA protocol supports up to 7 cameras and can be cascaded by connecting RS232-out from
each camera to RS232-in of the following according to the picture:

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Connecting multiple cameras by RS485
To connect multiple cameras by RS485, the cameras need to get attached to a 2-wire twisted pair
bus that is terminated at both ends with a 120 Ωimpedance resistor. The maximum distance from
the bus to the camera or controller is 5 meters

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Addressing Multiple Cameras
In case more cameras are connected to the controller, each camera needs to be addressed the right
way to a camera number of the controller.
The following settings need to match in both camera and controller:
1. Protocol (VISCA, PELCO-p or PELCO-d)
2. Camera address number (1, 2 or n)
3. Communication settings as baud rate (9600), parity, etc.
See the Operation Instruction in the manuals of the cameras for more detail. The following section of
this manual describes how to set up the controller.

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Operation Instructions
Menu
After powered on, “USER PIN” will show on the controller’s screen. The initial pin is “111111”.
Operation
Button
Screen
Comment
Enter USER PIN
The initial USER pin is
“111111”
See “PIN SETTING” to
set pin.
Pin Error：When“USER PIN：ERROR” shows on screen, it indicates wrong pin was input. Enter
correct pin to get to next step
Pin Correct：Screen shows“ 1”camera icon and default camera number. If there is no operation,
after 5 seconds the screen will display the current time. If still no operations, the controller will
enter sleepmode (30sec, 1min, 5min, 10min, 30 min or 60 min.)
Enter menu
Press SETUP key
The initial ADMIN pin
is “111111“
See “PIN SETTING” to
set pin.
Menu List
Camera Setting
Move up / down the
joystick, choose
“CAMERA SETTING”
Camera ID
0-255, use num keys,
press ENT to confirm
Protocol setting
PELCO D/PELCO P
/VISCA
Baud rate setting
2400/4800/9600 /
19200/38400
Address Setting
0-255
Increment
1-20
USER PIN:
ADMIN PIN:
CAMERA SETTING
：
PROTOCOL：
PELCO D
BAUD RATE：
2400
ADDRESS: 1
INCREMENT:

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The controller can also batch program cameras in the system. It will set the same baud rate,
protocol for the 10 cameras next to the current one while the cameras’ address to be increased by
increment number sequentially. After step 5, press SHIFT to enter menu “INCREMENT:” Input a
number within 1~20, press ENT to confirm.
The address increment between two sequential cameras. For example, the current camera
address is 1 and the increment is 2, then the next camera address is 3.
Time Setting
Set time in 24 hour
format.
Volume Setting
OFF (switch off sound)
1~6 (6 levels from low
to high)
Backlight Setting
AUTO/ON/OFF
Sleep Setting
OFF/ 30S/ 1M/
5M/10M / 30M/60M
PIN setting
USER/ADMIN
Joystick calibration
After long-time use,
the joystick may
require calibration
Pan left
Move the joystick to
left limit and press
ENT
Pan right
Move the joystick to
right limit and press
ENT
Tilt up
Move the joystick to
upper limit and press
ENT
Tilt down
Move the joystick to
lower limit and press
ENT
Zoom tele
Twist the joystick
clockwise to the limit
and press ENT
Zoom wide
Twist the joystick anti
clockwise to the limit
and press ENT
Free state
Need not any
operation, press ENT
TIME SETTING 
10：52：59
VOLUME SETTING

BACKLIGHT MODE

SLEEP SETTING 
PIN SETTING 
【Note】In non-menu status, quickly lock function can be realized by
simply pressing SHIFT + ENT . “USER PIN”or “ADMIN PIN” is
required for operation the controller again.
JOYSTICK CALIB 
PAN LEFT
PAN RIGHT
TILT UP
TILT DOWN
ZOOM TELE
ZOOM WIDE
FREE STATE

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Save
Move the joystick left/
right to choose, and
press ENT to confirm.
Key Custom
It is used to custom
keys to realize special
functions requested.
Speed setting
Set control speed of
the joystick
HIGH
MIDDLE
LOW
Default Setting
Restore the keyboard
setting to factory
default
Information Display
It displays firmware
version number
Set/Call Preset Position
Operation
Button
Screen
Comment
Set Camera in desired
position
Short press
Current position set to
preset 1
Call Preset 1
Short press
Camera moves to
preset position 1
Delete Preset Position
Operation
Button
Screen
Comment
Call Preset 1
Press
Current position
moves to preset 1
Delete Preset 1
Long Press on Set
Preset 1 is now empty.
<SAVE> CANCEL
KEY CUSTOM 
SPEED SETTING
DEFAULT
SETTING
INFORMATION 
SET PRESET: 1
CALL PRESET: 1
CALL PRESET: 1
CLR PRESET: 1

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What to do if the admin pin is lost
By default the admin pin is set to 111111. If this pin is changed and
is lost, use the following code to regain access to the con-100: 778896