Dahua Technology DH-HAC-ME1500C User manual

HDCVI Active Deterrence Camera
User’s Manual
V1.0.0

Regulatory Information I
Regulatory Information
The regulatory information herein might vary according to the model you purchased. Some
information is only applicable for the country or region where the product is sold.
FCC Information
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
FCC conditions:
This device 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.
FCC compliance:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. This equipment generate, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the guide, may cause
harmful interference to radio communication.
For class A device, these limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a commercial environment. 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.
For class B device, these limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. 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.

Foreword II
Foreword
General
This user’s manual (hereinafter referred to be "the Manual") introduces the functions,
installation and operations of the camera.
Safety Instructions
The following categorized signal words with defined meaning might appear in the Manual.
Signal Words
Meaning
WARNING
Indicates a medium or low potential hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in slight or moderate injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potential risk which, if not avoided, could result in
property damage, data loss, lower performance, or unpredictable
result.
TIPS
Provides methods to help you solve a problem or save you time.
NOTE
Provides additional information as the emphasis and supplement
to the text.
Revision History
No.
Version
Revision Content
Release Date
1
V1.0.0
First release.
December 15, 2018
Privacy Protection Notice
As the device user or data controller, you might collect personal data of others' such as face,
fingerprints, car plate number, Email address, phone number, GPS and so on. You need to be
in compliance with the local privacy protection laws and regulations to protect the legitimate
rights and interests of other people by implementing measures include but not limited to:
providing clear and visible identification to inform data subject the existence of surveillance
area and providing related contact.
About the Manual
The Manual is for reference only. If there is inconsistency between the Manual and the
actual product, the actual product shall govern.
We are not liable for any loss caused by the operations that do not comply with the Manual.

Foreword III
The Manual would be updated according to the latest laws and regulations of related
regions. For detailed information, see the paper User's Manual, CD-ROM, QR code or our
official website. If there is inconsistency between paper User's Manual and the electronic
version, the electronic version shall prevail.
All the designs and software are subject to change without prior written notice. The product
updates might cause some differences between the actual product and the Manual. Please
contact the customer service for the latest program and supplementary documentation.
There still might be deviation in technical data, functions and operations description, or
errors in print. If there is any doubt or dispute, please refer to our final explanation.
Upgrade the reader software or try other mainstream reader software if the Guide (in PDF
format) cannot be opened.
All trademarks, registered trademarks and the company names in the Manual are the
properties of their respective owners.
Please visit our website, contact the supplier or customer service if there is any problem
occurred when using the device.
If there is any uncertainty or controversy, please refer to our final explanation.

Important Safeguards and Warnings IV
Important Safeguards and Warnings
Electrical Safety
All installation and operation should conform to your local electrical safety codes.
The power source shall conform to the requirement of the Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV)
standard, and supply power with rated voltage which conforms to Limited power Source
requirement according to IEC60950-1. Please note that the power supply requirement is
subject to the device label.
A readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the building installation
wiring.
Make sure if the camera power adapter meets the camera operating voltage requirement
before powering up the device (The material and length of the power cable might influence
the device voltage).
Prevent the power cable from being trampled or pressed, especially the plug, power socket
and the junction extruded from the device.
We assume no liability or responsibility for all the fires or electrical shock caused by
improper handling or installation.
Environment
Do not aim the device at strong light to focus, such as lamp light and sun light.
Transport, use and store the device within the range of allowed humidity and temperature.
Keep the camera away from water or other liquid to avoid damages to the internal
components.
Keep sound ventilation to avoid heat accumulation.
Heavy stress, violent vibration or water splash are not allowed during transportation,
storage and installation.
Pack the device with standard factory packaging or the equivalent material when
transporting the device.
It is recommended to use the device together with lightning arrester to improve lightning
protection effect.
It is recommended to get the grounding holes to be grounded to enhance the reliability of
the device.
It is recommended to use qualified video transmission cable to improve video quality. It is
recommended to use RG59 coaxial cable or higher standard.

Important Safeguards and Warnings V
Use standard components or accessories provided by manufacturer and make sure the
device is installed and maintained by professional engineers.
The surface of the image sensor should not be exposed to laser beam radiation in an
environment where a laser beam device is used.
Do not provide two or more power supply sources for the device; otherwise it might
damage the device.

Table of Contents VI
Table of Contents
Regulatory Information............................................................................................................................. I
Foreword................................................................................................................................................... II
Important Safeguards and Warnings....................................................................................................IV
1 Introduction............................................................................................................................................ 1
General.......................................................................................................................................... 11.1 Features........................................................................................................................................ 11.2
2 Design..................................................................................................................................................... 2
Dimensions ................................................................................................................................... 22.1 Components.................................................................................................................................. 32.2 Cable............................................................................................................................................. 32.3
3 Detection Range.................................................................................................................................... 5
4 Installation.............................................................................................................................................. 6
Installing Model A, B and D........................................................................................................... 64.1 Installing Model C.......................................................................................................................... 84.2
5 Configuring Alarm................................................................................................................................. 9
Configuring Trigger Mode ............................................................................................................. 95.1 Configuring Flashlight and Audio Alarm........................................................................................ 95.2 Connecting Node Device.............................................................................................................. 95.3 5.3.1 Connecting Node Device from OSD menu ...................................................................... 10
5.3.2 Connecting Node Device from XVR................................................................................. 10
Maintenance....................................................................................................................... 12Appendix 1 Technical Specifications................................................................................................... 13Appendix 2

Introduction 1
1 Introduction
General1.1
This series of products comply with the HDCVI standard and support the transmission of audio,
video and control signal over coaxial cable. They produce video signal with megapixel
resolution and require XVR device that comply with the HDCVI standard to achieve high speed,
long distance and zero lag transmission of the signal. They are applicable to cover the high
definition monitoring needs for locations like financial center, telecom site, supermarket, hotel,
government, school and factory.
Features1.2
720p series support over 800 m real-time transmission of video and control signal from
RG59 cable. For 1080p, 4M and 4k series, the distance is 500 m.
Support detection of human trespass with PIR.
Switch automatically between color images at daytime and black-and-white images at
night with ICR.
Provide clear black-and-white images at night by avoiding overexposure of IR light with
smart IR.
Configure devices easily with OSD menu.

Design 2
2 Design
Dimensions2.1
Model A (mm [inch])Figure 2-1
Model B (mm [inch])Figure 2-2
Model C (mm [inch])Figure 2-3
Model D (mm [inch])Figure 2-4

Design 3
Components2.2
Model A and BFigure 2-5
Model C and DFigure 2-6
Table 2-1 Component list
No.
Name
①
White light
②
Lens
③
PIR sensor
④
MIC
For model B and D, their revised versions
do not have MIC.
⑤
Light sensor
⑥
Speaker
Cable2.3
Cable type might vary with different cameras, and the actual product shall prevail.

Design 4
Cable port listFigure 2-7
For more information about cable ports, see Table 2-2; for the operation method of ④(DIP
switch), see Table 2-3.
Table 2-2 Cable port description
No.
Port Name
Function
①
12V DC
power input
Inputs 12V DC power. Please be sure to supply power as instructed in the
manual.
Device abnormity or damage could occur if power is not supplied correctly.
②
Video output
Connects to XVR to output video signal.
③
Alarm
The yellow cable (alarm output): Outputs alarm signal to the storage

device.
The brown cable (ground): Connects to the ground.

④
DIP switch
Dial switches to change output mode. Switch up indicates "ON", and switch
down indicates "OFF."
Table 2-3 DIP switch operation
Switch1
Switch2
Output Mode
OFF
OFF
CVI
ON
ON
CVBS
ON
OFF
AHD
OFF
ON
TVI

Detection Range 5
3 Detection Range
The horizontal detection range of the sensor for model A, B, C and D is all 110°. See Figure 3-1.
Horizontal detection rangeFigure 3-1
For model A, B and C, the vertical detection distance of the sensor is 2 m–10 m. For model D,
the distance is 1 m–14 m. See Figure 3-2.
Vertical detection distanceFigure 3-2

Installation 6
4 Installation
Make sure the mounting surface is strong enough to hold at least three times of the
camera weight.
The following figure is for reference only, and the actual product shall prevail.
Installing Model A, B and D4.1
Model A installation
Figure 4-1
Model B installationFigure 4-2
Model D installationFigure 4-3
Table 4-1 Installation item list
No.
Item
No.
Item
①
Main body
②
Self-tapping screw
③
Expansion bolt
④
Mounting surface
Confirm the position of screw holes (and the cable outlet hole if it needs to go throughStep 1 the mounting surface④) and drill them on the mounting surface④, and then insert the
expansion bolts③in the screw holes.

Installation 7
Align the screw holes on the bracket to those on the mounting surface④, and then pullStep 2 the cable out through mounting surface or the side cable tray. Attach the bracket to the
mounting surface④with the self-tapping screws②.
Connect the camera to power source and the XVR device, and the live view screen isStep 3 displayed.
Loosen the locking screws and aim the lens to the ideal angle, and then fasten them.Step 4 See Figure 4-4, Figure 4-5 and Figure 4-6.
Model A adjustmentFigure 4-4
Model B adjustmentFigure 4-5
Model D adjustmentFigure 4-6
In Figure 4-4, Figure 4-5 and Figure 4-6, ①represents the locking screws and ②is the
locking ring.

Installation 8
Installing Model C4.2
Model C installationFigure 4-7
Table 4-2 Installation item list
No.
Item
No.
Item
No.
Item
No.
Item
①
Mounting surface
②
Expansion bolt
③
Pedestal
④
Locking button
⑤
Self-tapping screw
⑥
Main body
⑦
Enclosure
—
—
Press the locking button④to take off the pedestal③.Step 1 Confirm the position of screw holes (and the cable outlet hole if it needs to go throughStep 2 the mounting surface①) and drill them on the mounting surface①, and then insert the
expansion bolts②in the screw holes.
Align the screw holes on the pedestal③to those on the mounting surface①, and thenStep 3 pull the cable out through mounting surface or the side cable tray. Attach the pedestal
③to the mounting surface①with the self-tapping screws⑤.
Put the enclosure⑦(with the main body⑥inside) back into the pedestal③. ConnectStep 4 the device⑥to power source and the XVR device, and the live view screen is
displayed.
Rotate the enclosure⑦and then rotate the main body⑥to get the lens an ideal angle.Step 5 See Figure 4-8. Model C adjustmentFigure 4-8

Configuring Alarm 9
5 Configuring Alarm
To understand this chapter better, read the user’s manual of XVR first.
This chapter introduces how to configure and customize alarm mode, and how to use the
camera as a gateway to connect compatible wireless node devices to the XVR.
Gateway function is available on select models.
Configuring Trigger Mode5.1
In the OSD menu, select Advanced > Alert > Trigger Mode.
If you select Camera Setting, the camera would perform siren and white light alarm as
configured in the camera.
If you select XVR Setting, the camera would perform siren and white light alarm as
configured in the XVR. For more information about XVR Setting, see the XVR user's
manual.
If you do not get XVR as your storage device, it is recommended to set the trigger mode to
Camera Setting.
Configuring Flashlight and Audio Alarm
5.2
This part is available only when the alarm priority is set to Camera Setting.
In the OSD menu, select Advanced > Alert.
On the White light Alert item, set it to ON, and then enter the item.
In Mode, You can select between Lighting or Flash.
If you select Flash, you can set the Flash Frequency from Low, Medium and High.
In the Alert Duration, you can adjust from 5 seconds to 60 seconds.
On the Audio Alert item, set it to ON, and then enter the item.
In the Audio item, you can select from the three audios. You can also customize your
own alarm audios. Please contact our after sales.
In the Volume item, you can select from Low, Medium and High.
In the Alert Duration, you can adjust from 5 seconds to 60 seconds.
Connecting Node Device5.3
This function is available on select models.

Configuring Alarm 10
5.3.1 Connecting Node Device from OSD menu
In the OSD menu, select Advanced.Step 1 On the Enroll item, set it to ON, and the camera enters pairing mode.Step 2 Operate the node device and enter pairing mode according to corresponding manual.
After Paring is completed, you can check the information of the connected device in theStep 3 Sensor Pairing interface. See Figure 5-3.
5.3.2 Connecting Node Device from XVR
In the Main Menu interface, select IoT > MANAGER > Sensor Pairing.Step 1 The Sensor Pairing interface is displayed.
Click Add.Step 2 The Add interface is displayed. See Figure 5-1.
Add interfaceFigure 5-1
In the Access Type list, select Camera Gateway.Step 3 Click Pair, and the camera enters pairing mode.Step 4 Operate the node device and enter pairing mode according to corresponding manual.
After Paring is completed, see Figure 5-2.

Configuring Alarm 11
Pairing completedFigure 5-2
Click Back.Step 5 The information of the connected device is displayed. See Figure 5-3.
Click to modify the device name; click to delete node device.
Connected deviceFigure 5-3

Maintenance 12
MaintenanceAppendix 1
In order to maintain the image quality and proper functioning of the device, please read the
following maintenance instructions carefully and hold rigid adherence.
Disassembly and Desiccant Replacement
Carefully follow the instructions in the manual when performing any disassembly operation
about the device; otherwise, it might cause water leakage or poor image quality due to
unprofessional disassemble.
Please contact after-sale service for desiccant replacement if there is condensed fog found
on the lens after unpacking or when the desiccant turns green. (Not all models are included
with the desiccant).
Maintaining Lens and Mirror Surface
The lens and mirror surface are covered with antireflection coating, which could be
contaminated or damaged and result in lens scratches or haze image when being touched
with dust, grease, fingerprints and other similar substances.
Do not touch the image sensor directly (CCD or CMOS). Dust and dirt could be removed
with air blower, or you can wipe the lens gently with soft cloth that moistened with alcohol.
Maintaining Device Body
Device body can be cleaned with soft dry cloth, which can also be used to remove
stubborn stains when moistened with mild detergent.
To avoid possible damage on device body coating which could cause performance
decrease, do not use volatile solvent such as alcohol, benzene, diluent and so on to clean
the device body, nor can strong, abrasive detergent be used.

Technical Specifications 13
Technical SpecificationsAppendix 2
Parameter
Specification
Detection method
PIR technology
Installation height
2.2 m–3 m
Working temperature of PIR
-10°C to 50°C for model A, B and C;
-20°C to 60°C for model D
Camera operating humidity
< 95%