birddog P240 User manual

P240
USER GUIDE
November 2022

Table of Contents
Welcome to BirdDog! .................................................................................................3
Using This Manual........................................................................................................3
First Step ......................................................................................................................... 3
BirdDog P240 Overview ...........................................................................................4
Specications ................................................................................................................4
Welcome to the Future .............................................................................................5
What’s in the Box? .......................................................................................................6
Optional Accessories ................................................................................................................6
Quick Start Guide........................................................................................................ 7
Basic Connections....................................................................................................................... 7
Power Up........................................................................................................................................ 7
Basic Conguration....................................................................................................................7
Basic Conguration....................................................................................................................8
Camera Connections................................................................................................. 11
Powering P240............................................................................................................. 13
Thermal Management............................................................................................... 13
Video Output ............................................................................................................... 14
Audio In/Output.......................................................................................................... 14
Using the Camera Menus......................................................................................... 15
Camera Menus ............................................................................................................. 16
White Balance Menu ................................................................................................................ 17
Detail Menu.................................................................................................................................. 19
Picture Menu............................................................................................................................... 19
Gamma Menu............................................................................................................................. 20
Pan Tilt Zoom Menu.................................................................................................................. 21
System Menu.............................................................................................................................. 22
Remote Controller......................................................................................................23

Controlling the Camera Using the Remote Controller................................ 24
Panning and Tilting .................................................................................................................. 24
Zooming ....................................................................................................................................... 25
Focusing ....................................................................................................................................... 25
Shooting with Back Lighting ................................................................................................ 25
Changing Resolution ............................................................................................................... 25
Storing the Camera Settings in Memory Using Presets ............................................ 26
Operating Multiple Cameras with the Infrared Remote Controller .......................27
Web Conguration Panel ....................................................................................... 28
Password Management.......................................................................................................... 28
BirdUI Layout................................................................................................................29
Dashboard .....................................................................................................................30
Network.......................................................................................................................... 31
NDI Network Settings.............................................................................................................. 31
System.............................................................................................................................32
System Update ...........................................................................................................................33
Access Manager Conguration ............................................................................................33
Baseboard Update ................................................................................................................... 34
AV Setup ....................................................................................................................... 34
NDI Encode Settings.................................................................................................................35
CamControl...................................................................................................................36
FreeD Tab .....................................................................................................................................37
Preset Tab.....................................................................................................................................37
Exposure Tab...............................................................................................................................37
White Balance Tab ....................................................................................................................39
Detail Tab..................................................................................................................................... 40
Picture Tab ...................................................................................................................................41
Gamma Tab................................................................................................................................. 42
Scopes............................................................................................................................ 43
Receiving NDI® Video.............................................................................................. 44
NDI® Camera Control .............................................................................................. 45
IP Connection............................................................................................................................. 45

Remote Controller..................................................................................................... 45
Controlling Your Camera Via Other Protocols ............................................... 46
Camera Initial setting status Information ........................................................................ 46
VISCA over IP Control............................................................................................................. 46
Setting the Camera Switches............................................................................................... 48
Using RS-232 (VISCA)............................................................................................................. 50
Using RS422 (VISCA) ..............................................................................................................53
PELCO P/D Keyboard RS485 Connection.......................................................................56
Operating Multiple Cameras using RS-232 and 422/485 ..........................................59
Glossary..........................................................................................................................60

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Copyright
Copyright 2022 BirdDog Australia all rights reserved. No part of this manual may be copied, reproduced, translated,
or distributed in any form or by any means without prior consent in writing from our company.
Trademark Acknowledgement
and other BirdDog trademarks and logos are the property of BirdDog Australia. Other trademarks,
company names and product names contained in this manual are the property of their respective owners.
•Microsoft, Windows, ActiveX, and Internet Explorer are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
in the U.S. and/or other countries.
•HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are the trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and other countries.
•Other trademarks, company names and product names contained in this manual are the property of
their respective owners.
•NDI® is a registered trademark of NewTek, Inc.
Important Information
Legal Notice
To ensure account security, please change the password after your first login. You are recommended to set a
strong password (no less than eight characters).
The contents of this document are subject to change without prior notice. Updates will be added to the new
version of this manual. We will readily improve or update the products or procedures described in the manual.
Best effort has been made to verify the integrity and correctness of the contents in this document, but no statement,
information, or recommendation in this manual shall constitute formal guarantee of any kind, expressed or implied.
We shall not be held responsible for any technical or typographical errors in this manual.
The product appearance shown in this manual is for reference only and may be different from the actual appearance
of your device.
Due to uncertainties such as physical environment, discrepancy may exist between the actual values and reference
values provided in this manual.
Use of this document and the subsequent results shall be entirely on the user’s own responsibility.
Warnings
•If the product does not work properly, please contact your dealer. Never attempt to disassemble the
camera yourself. (We will not assume any responsibility for problems caused by unauthorized repair
or maintenance.)
•This installation should be made by a qualified service person and should conform to all the local codes.
•When shipping, the camera should be packed in its original packaging.
•Ensure the power supply voltage is correct before using the camera.
•Do not drop the camera or subject it to physical shock.
•If the camera will not be used for an extended period of time, attach the lens cap to protect the lens.
•Do not aim the camera lens directly at the sun. This may cause irreversible damage to the camera.

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Maintenance Precautions
•If there is dust on the front glass surface, remove the dust gently using an oil-free brush or a rubber
dust blowing ball.
•If there is grease or a dust stain on the front glass surface, clean the glass surface gently from the
center outward using anti-static gloves or an oil-free cloth. If the grease or the stain still cannot be
removed, use anti-static gloves or an oil-free cloth dipped with detergent and clean the glass surface
gently until it is removed.
•Do not use organic solvents, such as benzene or ethanol when cleaning the front glass surface.
Regulatory Compliance
FCC Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference.
•This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
LVD/EMC Directive
This product complies with the European Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC and EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.

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Welcome to BirdDog!
Thank you for purchasing your P240 camera. If you have any questions regarding the camera, please contact your
authorized dealer.
Our website also has a User Stories page to help inspire you to get the most out of your camera.
Using This Manual
Your P240 is a powerful and sophisticated device, so please read this manual before use and retain for future
reference.
If you are new to the world of NDI® or BirdDog cameras, begin with the Quick Start Guide. This will give you a good
introduction to the setup of your new camera.
Tip
You can use the controls in your browser or PDF reader to increase the page size when viewing the diagrams to
reveal much more detail.
First Step
Firmware Upgrade
Before you use your new P240, it’s a good idea to upgrade to the lastest rmware. We are always adding new
features and improving the performance of our products, so installing the latest rmware will provide you with the
best user experience.
To upgrade the rmware, please follow the Firmware Upgrade Instructions located in your rmware download
folder and perform upgrade process.
The latest rmware les are available for download here.
We’re Invested In Your Success
We pride ourselves on being approachable and easily contactable. We’d love to hear from you.
Dan Miall
Co-Founder and CEO
[e-mail]
Eamon Drew
Co-Founder and CMO
[e-mail]

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BirdDog P240 Overview
Camera Features
•Resolution: Up to 1080P60, 1080i60
•Zoom: Optical 40X when running in native scan mode.
•Image stabilizer and true WDR 130dB
•Video Output: Simultaneous NDI® , HDMI, 3G-SDI.
•Tally Display: Bi-colour, full overhead and rear with included 0-9 silicon number plugs
•Onboard OLED Display: 5-line, RGB color
•±350-degree continuous pan, ±120-degree continuous tilt
•128 presets, Speed up to 150 degrees/sec
•Standard mounting and ceiling mounting with E-Flip function
•Control supports NDI®Control, RS-232 control, RS-422/485 control, VISCA-over-IP, IR Remote
Controller
•Presets store camera directions and image parameters. (Up to 6 presets on remote controller or 128
presets via protocol programming)
•Image parameter setting restore with presets and quick access operation
•Analogue Audio I/O:
• IN: Balanced XLR (via breakout cable) with 48V Phantom power, unbalanced 3.5mm TRS stereo
• OUT: Balanced XLR (via breakout cable), unbalanced 3.5mm TRS stereo
•Power: DC 12V, PoE+(IEEE802.3at)
Specications
Please refer to the product webpage for complete specications.

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Welcome to the Future
What is NDI®?
Your new P240 camera has been designed from the ground up to support the cutting edge NDI® video transmission
standard.
NDI® (Network Device Interface) is a high-quality, low-latency, frame-accurate standard that enables compatible
devices to communicate, deliver, and receive high denition video over your existing Gigabit Ethernet network.
Operating bi-directionally, NDI® devices can be auto-detected, powered and controlled over the same Ethernet
cable used to send the video and audio. If you have a Gigabit network, you have the potential for a streamlined,
interconnected, video production environment.
With the introduction of NDI® 5, you can now securely share network sources between remote sites anywhere in
the world - on a single network port. Even a smartphone can be a NDI® source.
Transitioning to NDI® can also occur gradually. Existing SDI or HDMI signals can easily be converted to an NDI®
stream and piped where required on your network and converted back only at the neccessary endpoints.
BirdDog has been on the NDI® journey since the very beginning and your P240 is just one of our products designed
to take advantage of the features and potential of NDI®.
For more information on NDI®, please refer to this page on our website.

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What’s in the Box?
NOTE: The camera color may be white or black in colour depending on the item purchased. Optional
Optional Accessories
Depending on your requirements, you may need to purchase these optional accessories. Please browse to this
page on our website for all your accessory needs.
1 x BirdDog P240
1 x IR Remote Controller
(3V CR2032 Coin Lithium Battery Required)
1 x Camera Power Adaptor
1 x Bag of Camera Mounting Screws
1 x RJ45 to RS232 Adaptor Cable
1 x RJ45 to RS422 Adaptor Cable
Wall Mount
Ceiling Mount

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Quick Start Guide
If you are new to the world of NDI® or BirdDog cameras, please follow this quick start guide to become familar with
the basic setup of your new camera. You can also view a similar online video.
Be sure to check the many helpful product videos on our YouTube page.
Basic Connections
Power
First o, you’ll have to decide on how you are going to power the camera. You have two choices. You can use PoE+
(Power over Ethernet) or, if your network doesn’t support PoE+, you can use the included 12VDC power adaptor. If
available, PoE is the easier choice, since you can use the same Ethernet cable to power and control the camera, as
well as send the video, audio and data. For the purposes of this quick start guide, we’ll assume your network oers
PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at).
Network
Connect your camera to a network switch with a Cat5/6 cable. By default, the camera is congured to automatically
obtain an IP address via DHCP. Some standalone or private networks may not have a DHCP server. After 30 seconds
of waiting for an automatically assigned IP address, your camera will fall back to a default address of 192.168.100.100.
To ensure that you can always reach your camera, it is recommended that you don't change this default.
Power Up
When rst powered up, the camera will perform it’s initialization routine by rotating to the left and then centering
again.
Basic Conguration
NDI® Tools
NDI® Tools is a free suite of applications designed to introduce you to the world of IP video and is available here.
Once installed, launch the Studio Monitor (Video Monitor, if using a Mac) application.
This simple application allows you to view all NDI® sources on your network. Right-
click on the Studio Monitor window to view your camera as an NDI® source. In the
example to the right, three cameras and a desktop computer are shown as NDI®
sources.
Tip
By default, the displayed sources have names that include the last ve digits of your
camera MAC address which is displayed on the bottom of the camera.
Clicking on your camera in the source list will display the image from your camera
with the default automatic settings.

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Basic Conguration
NDI® Tools
NDI® Tools is a free suite of applications designed to introduce you to the world of IP video and is available here.
Once installed, launch the Studio Monitor (Video Monitor, if using a Mac) application. This simple application allows
you to view all NDI® sources on your network. Right click on the Studio Monitor window to view your camera as
an NDI® source. In the example to the right, three cameras and a desktop computer are shown as NDI® sources.
Tip
By default, the displayed sources have names that include the last ve digits of
your camera MAC address which is displayed on the bottom of the camera.
Clicking on your camera in the source list will display the image from your camera
with the default automatic settings.
The BirdUI
BirdDog cameras have a web interface (BirdUI) that is displayed by your computer brower and can be used to
congure your camera remotely.
1. Click on the gear icon on the bottom right of the Studio Monitor window.
2. In the displayed window, type the default password ‘birddog’ (all lower case) and click the OK button. The
Dashboard window is displayed.
The Dashboard shows important basic camera settings. For now, check that the displayed Status is Active and
take note of the frame rate that is currently output from the camera (displayed under NDI® connection info).
In the example above, it is 29.97 fps. This frame rate should be set identically for all cameras according to the
requirements of your production. Let’s see how to change this and other important camera settings.

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NDI Encode Settings
Bitrate Management
Because you’re sending NDI®
video over your computer
network, you may need to
be mindful of the amount of
bandwith your video will consume.
By setting Bitrate Management to
NDI MANAGED, the target bitrate
will be set in accordance with the
NDI® standard. This will achieve
an optimum balance between
bandwith consumption and video
quality. In this mode, the video
bitrate will be around 120-140
Mbps.
If you do opt for Manual management, you may select a bitrate within a range of 60-360 Mbps. Do this with care,
as the actual bitrate may be greater, straining the capacity of the network and the receiving device, and lower
settings may result in reduced image quality.
Video Format
Here you can set the frame rate of the camera to match that of your production. All cameras should be set to the
same frame rate. You can also set the desired level of chroma subsampling.
NDI Group
NDI® supports Grouping which allows you to hide the visibility of video sources to viewers that are not part of the
group. If disabled, the video source is public and viewable by any receiver on your network.
Stream Name
Give the output video stream of the camera a memorable name to make identication easier on other devices.
NDI Failover Source
If the selected HDMI source is interrupted for any reason, P240 can automatically switch to a pre-determined
alternative NDI® source. Select an available NDI® source for the failover function from the Available NDI® sources
dropdown list. Pressing the Refresh button will add new sources to the list, whereas pressing Reset will populate the
list with only active NDI® sources. Click the Apply button to apply your failover source change.
Network Conguration
For the nal part of this quick start guide, let’s set up the network conguration of your camera so it can work with
your wider network. Most computer networks provide for both automatic and manual conguration of network
devices and the P240 can accomodate both.

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Static or DHCP
Here you can set the network conguration to either DHCP (default) or Static. DHCP simplies the management of
IP addresses on networks. No two hosts can have the same IP address, so assigning them manually can potentially
lead to errors.
If your network is set up for DHCP, this is generally the best conguration to choose. If you do choose to go with a
Static IP address, you’ll need to add the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway Address information according to
the requirements of your network.
DHCP Timeout, Fallback IP address, Fallback Subnet Mask
You can set the timeout period during which P240 will look for a DHCP IP address. After this period, the camera will
default to the designated fallback IP address.
This can be useful if you use your camera in other network environments. For example, if a DHCP server is available
in your normal oce or studio application, the camera will use the DHCP supplied IP address. If you then use the
camera in another application without a DHCP server, your camera will always default to the known fallover IP
address.
BirdDog Name
You can give your camera a meaningful name to make identication easier when viewing NDI® sources on a
receiver such as a TriCaster, vMix or Studio Monitor. Be sure to make the name unique, as no two devices on the
network should have the same name. The name can be any combination of a-z, 0-9, and '–‘.
After renaming your camera, navigate back to the Dashboard and click REBOOT DEVICE. The camera will re-
initialize and you’ll be good to go.
NOTE: Your computer will need to have ‘Bonjour’ services loaded in order to access the unit via it’s user dened
name. Apple devices come pre-installed with Bonjour, while Windows devices need a plugin available here.
You’re Done!
That concludes our quick start guide for P240. Your camera has many other features, so to get the most out of your
camera, please review the rest of this manual.
To learn about more advanced camera options, such as exposure, white balance and colour management, please
refer to here in this manual.

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Camera Connections
1. USB2.0
For Firmware upgrade
2. Video Format Selection SDI/HDMI
For video format selection. It is recommended to set this to the most frequently used resolution and thereafter
use the BirdUI to make changes.
3. IR Remote ID Selector
4. Audio Line-in / Line-out
Analog 3.5mm Audio Input/Output. Audio format is stereo, unbalanced line level.
5. Line/microphone Selector
Select between line level or microphone with phantom power input.
6. Balanced Audio breakout Cable Connector
For the supplied audio breakout cable.
7. 12V DC Power Input
8. RJ45 port
For RS232 Control
9. RJ45 port
For RS-422/485 Control
10. Ethernet Port
For VISCA over IP control and NDI® output. Requires PoE+ (IEEE802.3at).

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11. HDMI Video Output
12. 3G-SDI Video Output
13. Mohawk Style Tally Light
14. User Changeable Iluminated Camera ID Numbers
15. Lens
40X optical zoom
16. IR sensor
17. OLED Screen

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Powering P240
P240 can be powered in two ways.
•PoE+ (Power over Ethernet)
PoE+ is a convenient way to power P240 as it allows both data and power to be sent through the same
standard Ethernet cable. The network switch must support PoE+ (802.3at).
•DC Connection
Located at the rear of the P240 is a 12VDC connection port. Use
only the DC power adaptor (JEITA type4) supplied with the unit.
WARNING
Do not attempt to manually move the camera head when the device is powered up. Doing so may damage the
camera.
Thermal Management
Although the camera is equipped with a fan, the entire enclosure is designed to dissipate heat. The main processor
is capable of operating up to 100º C / 212º F. Various factors can aect how much heat the camera will produce,
and it is normal for it to feel warm to the touch. In extreme circumstances (a hot day/direct hot sun) it is advised to
power P240 via DC as this produces less heat than PoE.

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Video Output
The camera can simultaneously produce SDI, HDMI and NDI® video output.
NDI Signal
1. Connect the camera to the network using Cat5e/Cat6 network cable.
2. You'll need to use a web browser on a connected computer for camera conguration.
3. To obtain, and congure NDI®video, please refer to NDI Encode Settings.
HDMI Signal
1. Connect the camera to a HD monitor/TV using HDMI cable.
2. Turn on the camera. After initialization, video will display on the monitor.
3. Information of the camera initial setting status will display on the monitor for 5 seconds.
4. You can set the displayed video format in the camera System menu.
SDI Signal
1. Connect an SDI cable in between the camera your SDI Device/display.
Audio In/Output
Analog 3.5mm audio In\Out ports. The Audio Out will output any audio that is captured on the Audio In port. Audio
format is stereo, unbalanced line level.

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Using the Camera Menus
You can use the infrared remote controller to change camera settings while viewing the On Screen Display (OSD)
menus on a connected monitor. The OSD is viewable over NDI®, SDI or HDMI.
However, the Web Conguration Panel (BirdUI) aords greater control of your camera with more parameters as
well as allowing remote adjusting of camera settings over NDI®, and is the recommended method of adjusting your
camera.
1. To display the main menu, press the MENU button on the supplied infrared remote controller.
The main menu is displayed.
2. Use the “↑, ↓” buttons to navigate between main menu items. For example, clicking the "↓” button once will
move the cursor to the item below.
3. To enter the sub menu of a selected item, click either the “→" button or the HOME button. In the example
below, we are navigating between two sub menus of the Exposure main menu. Sub menus can also be navigated
vertically to select sub menu items.
4. Once you've navigated to a setting value, use the “←, →”buttons to increment or decrement the value.
5. Press the MENU button to exit the menus.
NOTE: When you are operating the menu using the infrared remote controller, you cannot set IR- RECEIVE in the
SYSTEM menu to OFF. To set IR- RECEIVE to OFF, use the appropriate VISCA command.
OSD
EXPOSURE
WHITE BALANCE
PICTURE 1
PICTURE 2
PAN TILT ZOOM
SYSTEM
WHITE BALANCE MENU
WB MODE AUTO
OSD
EXPOSURE
WHITE BALANCE
PICTURE 1
PICTURE 2
PAN TILT ZOOM
SYSTEM
EXPOSURE MENU: FULL AUTO
MODE
SLOW SHUTTER
S. SHUTTER LIMIT
AE RESPONSE
GAIN LIMIT
EX COMP
FULL AUTO
OFF
1/4
01
21.4dB
OFF
OSD
EXPOSURE
WHITE BALANCE
PICTURE 1
PICTURE 2
PAN TILT ZOOM
SYSTEM
EXPOSURE MENU: MANUAL
MODE
GAIN
GAIN LIMIT
SPEED
IRIS
HIGH SENSITIVITY
MANUAL
12dB
21.4dB
1/60
F1.6
OFF

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Camera Menus
Exposure Menu
The Exposure menu sets items related to exposure.
Mode
Full Auto: IRIS, GAIN and SPEED (shutter speed) are set automatically using the values set for SLOW SHUTTER, S.
SHUTTER LIMIT, AE SPEED, GAIN LIMIT, GAIN POINT, POINT, HIGH SENSITIVITY, MAX SPEED, MIN SPEED, BACK
LIGHT, SPOT LIGHT and EX-COMP.
Manual: Allows manual adjustment of the GAIN, GAIN LIMIT, SPEED, IRIS, and HIGH SENSITIVITY.
Iris Pri: Iris Priority mode. This mode allows you to set a xed IRIS. The gain and shutter speed are set automatically
according to the brightness of the subject. The exposure is adjusted automatically using the values manually set
for IRIS, GAIN LIMIT, GAIN POINT, AE SPEED, MAX SPEED, MIN SPEED, BACK LIGHT, SPOT LIGHT and EX-COMP.
Shutter Pri: Shutter Priority mode. This mode allows you to set a xed shutter SPEED with exposure achieved
by automatic setting of IRIS and GAIN, according to the brightness of the subject. The exposure is adjusted
automatically using the values manually set for SPEED, GAIN LIMIT, AE SPEED, BACK LIGHT, SPOT LIGHT and
EX-COMP.
Bright: The bright control function adjusts both gain and iris using an internal algorithm, according to a brightness
level freely set by the user. Exposure is controlled by gain when dark, and by iris when bright. As both gain and
iris are xed, this mode is used when exposing at a xed camera sensitivity. When switching from Full Auto or
Shutter Priority Mode to Bright Mode, the current status will be retained for a short period of time. The exposure
is adjusted automatically using the values manually set for the bright level (LEVEL) and HIGH SENSITIVITY.
Gain Pri: Gain Priority mode. This mode allows you to set a xed GAIN. The IRIS and SPEED are set automatically
according to the brightness of the subject. The exposure is adjusted automatically using the values manually set
for GAIN, GAIN POINT, AE SPEED, HIGH SENSITIVITY, MAX SPEED, MIN SPEED, BACK LIGHT, SPOT LIGHT and
EX-COMP.
Below are the various settings for these exposure modes.
Gain
Select the gain from the following: 0dB, 3dB, 6dB, 9dB, 12dB, 15dB, 18dB, 21dB, 24dB, 27dB, 30dB, 33dB, 36dB.
Gain Limit
The gain limit can be set at Full Auto, Shutter Priority, Iris Priority, Bright, Spot Exposure and Manual in AE mode.
This is useful to limit the automatic setting of gain which can lead to excessive image noise at extreme settings.
Choose from: 9dB, 12dB, 15dB, 18dB, 21dB, 24dB, 27dB, 30dB, 33dB, 36dB.
Gain Point
Set the Gain Point between 0dB and the gain limit. The shutter speed can be changed from the point when the set
gain value is reached. When you want to obtain a motion-priority image, use this setting.
High Sensitivity
This function increases the max. gain to allow bright output in darker environments. However, with a strong gain
(up to 10×), the image may exhibit higher levels of noise.
Iris
Select the iris the following: F11, F10, F9.6, F8.7, F8.0, F7.3, F6.8, F6.2, F5.6, F5.2, F4.8, F4.4, F4.0, F3.7, F3.4, F3.1, F2.8