AWS MotionCam User guide

MotionCam
System Installation Manual
May 2004
AWS-WXN-60001.001 Release 3, Version 2.0
AWS Part #8565

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Copyright
Copyright 2003, by AWS Convergence Technologies, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
Manual Copyright, 2003, by AWS Convergence Technologies, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and
does not represent a commitment on the part of AWS Convergence
Technologies, Inc. The software described in this document is furnished
under a license agreement or non-disclosure agreement. The software
may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of this
agreement. It is against the law to copy WeatherBug MotionCam
software on magnetic tape, disk or any other medium for any purpose
other than the purchaser's personal use.

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FCC COMPLIANCE
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
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
The shielded interface cable (Video Coax Cable) supplied with this
equipment must be used in order to comply with the limits for a digital
device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

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Disclaimer
The procedures, methods, and hardware described in this manual are
intended to provide general guidelines and instructions for installing the
WeatherBug MotionCam system. Each installation site is unique and
each may require special considerations that are beyond the scope of
this manual. Any questions not covered within this manual should be
directed to WeatherBug Tracking Station Technical Support at (800)
624-4205 or email [email protected].
All procedures, methods, and hardware used to install a WeatherBug
MotionCam system must conform to all applicable building codes
(national, state, and local). Installation subcontractors are responsible
for complying with all applicable codes. Buyer and/or installer provided
hardware must be equivalent or better (according to industry standards)
than that specified in the WeatherBug Installation Manual.
The buyer/installer is responsible for any damage caused by installation
of the WeatherBug MotionCam.
THINK SAFETY FIRST!
A Special Note to Buyer / Installer:
Do NOT install additional software on the MotionCam
Computer. This will void the warranty!

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Table of Contents
COPYRIGHT .................................................................................... 2
FCC COMPLIANCE .......................................................................... 3
DISCLAIMER.................................................................................... 4
TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................... 5
THANK YOU! .................................................................................. 7
FEATURES OF THE WEATHERBUG MOTIONCAM ......................... 8
PLAN AHEAD .................................................................................. 9
SAFETY! ......................................................................................... 10
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS (OUTDOOR) ............................................ 11
General..................................................................................... 12
SITE EVALUATION ............................................................................ 13
What to Look For....................................................................... 14
Choose a Good View ................................................................. 14
INVENTORY .................................................................................. 15
CAMERA SYSTEM PARTS.................................................................... 15
Figure 1 - Camera Housing System ..................................... 16
OUTDOOR COMPONENTS ................................................................. 17
INDOOR COMPONENTS ..................................................................... 17
TOOLS NEEDED ............................................................................... 18
Figure 2 - The MotionCam System ...................................... 19
INSTALLATION ............................................................................. 20
ROUTING THE CABLE........................................................................ 21
Figure 3 – Gooseneck Install ............................................... 24
Figure 4 - Main Power Cable Connections ........................... 25
Figure 5 – Hang Camera to allow Access to Cables ............. 26
Figure 6 - Cable Connections at Camera ............................. 27
Figure 7 – Threaded Mounting Cap Detail........................... 28
Figure 8 - The Three Indoor Cables..................................... 29

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CAMERA PACKING MATERIAL ............................................................. 30
Figure 9 - Removing the Camera Packing Material .............. 31
Figure 10 - Lanyard Spring.................................................. 32
INDOOR CONNECTIONS .................................................................... 33
Figure 11 – Main Power Cable Connections......................... 34
Figure 12 – Power Supplies ................................................. 34
Figure 13 – Complete Main Power Cable System ................. 36
Figure 14 – Video Surge Suppressor .................................... 37
Figure 15 – Ethernet Surge Suppressor ................................ 38
Figure 16 – Computer Connections ..................................... 39
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................... 40
MAINTENANCE............................................................................. 41
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION....................................................... 42
PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................. 42
SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................... 43
MOTIONCAM .................................................................................. 43
LENS ............................................................................................. 44
MECHANISM ................................................................................... 44
OTHER MOTIONCAM INFORMATION ................................................... 44
HOUSING INFORMATION ................................................................... 45
APPENDIX A – MOUNTING TEMPLATE ....................................... 46

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Thank You!
Thank you and congratulations on acquiring the AWS
Convergence Technologies, Inc. (AWS) WeatherBug
MotionCam system. The WeatherBug MotionCam is the
most advanced camera ever used for capturing photographs
of local weather conditions. The MotionCam is designed to
operate continuously to provide real time as well as
historical, time-lapse photographs taken at predefined
intervals.
The MotionCam can be operated from a local computer web browser to pan,
tilt, and zoom in and out to view subjects. These features allow users to view
changing weather patterns and events in a variety of site directions and
locations.
By installing and operating the entire WeatherBug system, you become a part
of the WeatherBug program, an integrated network of weather stations
comprising the largest weather monitoring system in the world.
We are confident that you will appreciate the benefits of adding MotionCam to
your weather system.
Please DO NOT remove the packing material from inside the
MotionCam Dome until the unit is fully mounted to the building! The
packing material helps protect the sensitive camera components
during the installation process.

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Features of the WeatherBug MotionCam
High-quality monitoring via the network
You can monitor a high-quality, live image from the camera using most web
browsers connected to a LAN network. The maximum frame rate is 30 Frames
Per Second (FPS). You can also control the monitored image through the Web
browser to select what you want to view and how closely you want to zoom.
Remote-controlled, high-speed pan/tilt mechanism and high
magnification, auto-focus zoom lens
The camera is provided with:
•Pan Mechanism: high-speed (340° rotation within 2 seconds), wide-angle
(-170° to +170°)
•Tilt Mechanism: high-speed (115° rotation within 1.5 seconds), wide-
angle (-90° to +25°)
•Zoom Lens: high-magnification with an optical zoom of 25
magnifications and a digital zoom of 12 magnifications, giving 300
magnifications in total.
Preset positions and Tour programs
You can save up to 16 preset positions (pan, tilt, and zoom positions) for the
camera and up to 5 "Tour" programs composed from the preset positions. The
camera will repeatedly step through the "tour" and display the preset positions
that you program. The camera will pan, tilt, and zoom as needed through the
"tour."

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Plan Ahead
It is very important that this manual be read entirely before installing the
MotionCam. A full grasp of all steps to be completed before starting makes
installation easy and limits potential problems.
Please pay particular attention to the section on "Site Evaluation." A complete
site evaluation determines proper placement of the camera and will prevent the
need to have to re-mount the camera and re-route cables.
The most important aspect of preparation is safety. Installation of the
MotionCam requires working with electrical cable, drilling through walls or
other dense support structures, standing on ladders, and, possibly, walking on
roofs.
All additional parts needed (such as ladders, drills, bits, etc.) should be
assembled and inspected before beginning installation. WeatherBug cannot
accept responsibility for damage caused by these tools so all safety precautions
should be adhered to. This would include such things as the use of leather
gloves and goggles when appropriate.
The most important safety measures are:
•Roof and ladder safety is crucial!
•Read this document thoroughly
•Become familiar with each part and where it goes
•Determine ahead of time exactly what must be done to complete
installation
•Follow all local building codes
•Take all reasonable safety precautions - double checking a power cable
connection could save a life
•If there are any questions, doubts, or discrepancies, call WeatherBug
Tracking Station Technical Support at [phone] or email
[email protected].

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Safety!
(Please see Troubleshooting, Maintenance, and Precautions in this document)
While installation of the MotionCam is not particularly difficult, it does usually
require installation near the rooftop, which presents some amount of risk.
•Installation must conform to national, state, and local building code
requirements with the most stringent guidelines being adhered to.
•The MotionCam should only be installed by someone comfortable
with being on a high ladder or rooftop and who is authorized by the
site to perform the installation.
•To limit risk to self and property, this manual should be thoroughly
read and understood before beginning installation.
•Only qualified personnel should install the MotionCam.
•Stay as far away from other electrical wiring as possible. Never allow
the camera housing, the cabling, a drill bit, or any other item to
contact electrical wires or conduit. Injury or death could result.
•If needed, WeatherBug may be able to recommend professional
installers and an estimate of the cost. If this is desired, please call
WeatherBug Tracking Station Technical Support at [phone]
or email [email protected].