EverFocus EQ500 User manual

EQ 500
User’s Manual
and
Operation Instructions
Version 1.0

Table of Content
Notice.................................................................................................................1
Safety Warning...................................................................................................2
Introduction.......................................................................................................3
Specification.......................................................................................................4
Chapter I Systems Connection .................................................................5
Chapter II Functional Setting.....................................................................6
1. Set ........................................................................................................6
2. Date, time, and on screen display setting..........................................................7
3. Alarm records display.......................................................................................8
4. Video menu………...........................................................................................9
5. Title menu ......................................................................................................10
6. Sequential switch menu .................................................................................11
7. Alarm setting menu .......................................................................................12
Chapter III Front Panel Keypads............................................................. 13
1. Power key ......................................................................................................13
2. Full screen select key .....................................................................................13
3. Freeze screen select key..................................................................................14
4. Function key ..................................................................................................14
4.1 Set .....................................................................................................14
4.2 Buzzer.....................................................................................................14
4.3 Alarm......................................................................................................15
4.4 Lock ......................................................................................................15
5. Video key ......................................................................................................16
5.1 Quad screen select key............................................................................16
5.2 Auto sequential switching key.................................................................16
5.3 VCR playback key ..................................................................................17
5.4 VCR pass through...................................................................................17
5.5 VCR playback zoom key.........................................................................18
Chapter IV Back Panel Connection..........................................................19
1. BNC Connectors ............................................................................................19
1.1 Monitor......................................................................................................19
1.2 VCR out.....................................................................................................19
1.3 VCR in ......................................................................................................19
1.4 Video in......................................................................................................19
1.5 Video out....................................................................................................19
2. Power ......................................................................................................20
3. Alarm Connectors (DB-15) ............................................................................20
3.1 Alarm out...................................................................................................21
3.1.1 Normally open connection...................................................................21
3.1.2 Normally closed connection.................................................................21
3.2 Alarm in and alarm reset ............................................................................22
3.2.1 Alarm in...............................................................................................22
3.2.2 Alarm reset...........................................................................................23
4. Time Lapse Recording....................................................................................23
5. RS232 Connector ...........................................................................................24
5.1 The pin assignment of the 9 pin D-SUB connector ....................................24
5.2 Transmission setting...................................................................................25
5.3 Remote control protocol.............................................................................25
5.4 Alarm message sent via RS232..................................................................26
6. Terminator ...............................................................................26
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Notice
This manual is presented to the users of EQ500 by EverFocus
Electronics Corp. With years of engineering researches, EverFocus has
spared no effort to provide the high quality products to the worldwide
users. For the policy of continual product improvement, EverFocus
reserves the right to make changes to the product specifications and
documentation without notice. All the components of the products,
including accessories, components, and outlook, are based on the
agreements of each deals to satisfy all kinds of users. Meanwhile,
please be advised that every step of operation must follow the
instruction of this manual to keep EQ500 working under the best
condition. Please notice that EverFocus will not be charged any claims
or renewing cases resulted from inappropriate operation.

1. Do not expose the camera to humidity and dust.
Moisture can damage the camera and cause the danger of electric shock. If
the camera is mounted outdoor, a camera housing is required.
2. Do not disassemble it or place it on an unstable base.
To prevent the electric shock, do not remove screws or covers.
3. Clean the CCD snsorwith care.
Never touch the surface of CCD sensor by hand directly. When the camera is
not in use, put the cover cap on the lens mount. Use lens tissue or a cotton
tippled applicator and ethyl alcohol.
4. Never face the camera toward the sun.
Whether the camera is in use or not, never aim it at the sun or other
extremely bright objects. Otherwise, smear may be occurred.
5. Be sure to operate the camera beyond .
Use proper AC power source otherwise the camera will not function
correctly.
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Safety Warning

qUser friendly on-screen set up menu allows ES, AGC, AWB, BLC, and
Sync. To be customized program.
qMinimum illumination of 1.0 lux with F 1.2 lenses
qSignal-to-noise ratio of 48 dB .
qSelectable exposure modes including: ES, Manual Exposure, Flickerless, and
Auto IRIS.
qProgrammable camera ID up to 9 characters.
qAlarm and video loss detection.
qIndependent brightness, contrast, color and tint adjustments for each
channel.
qProgrammable auto sequential switching function and adjustable
dwelling time (from 1 to 99 seconds).
qBuilt-in timer and title generator.
qAlarm input with built-in buzzer.
qAlarm records display contains up to 5 records.
Main Features:
Introduction
The EQ500 Series Day/Night Digital Color Camera introduces a new level of high
quality picture. are compact , full performance , general purpose color DSP Cameras,
which use high sensitive 1/3"interline transfer Super HAD CCDs (Charge Coupled
Device). It delivers high resolution superior color images in bright light, and clear
sharp monochrome pictures in low light. The evolution 2-in1 intelligent video
camera brings your security surveillance system to a new digital era.
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Specification
Pickup device: 1/3”interline transfer color CCD
Video format: NTSC or PAL
Picture element: NTSC:768 (H) x 494 (V) ; PAL: 752(H) x 582(V)
Scanning system: NTSC:525 lines, PAL:625 lines(PAL)
Horizontal resolution: 480 TV lines
Sensitivity: 1.0 lux/F=1.2
S/N ratio: Over 48 dB
Camera ID symbol: 9 characters title generator
Back light comp.: Yes, 255 levels variable on screen
Auto white balance: 3 Modes selectable
Standard: 2500K~9500K
Large Frame: 2400K~11000K
No Frame: 2000K~18000K
Auto white balance speed:Stop ~ 14, 15 steps var. on screen
Auto IRIS: Video Drive or Direct Drive switchable
D/D lens iris level: Level: L~H, 30 stepsvar. on screen
Exposure: 4 modes selectable on screen
ES: 1/60(1/50) ~ 1/100000 sec. AGC Gain: 10~36 dB
Manual Explosure: 1/60(1/50), 1/100(1/120), 1/250, 1/500,
1/1000, 1/2000, 1/5000, 1/10000 sec.; AGC Gain: 0, 6, 12, 18
Flickerless: 1/100(NTSC), 1/120(PAL) sec.;
AGC Gain: 10~36 dB
Auto IRIS: 1/60(1/50) sec.; AGC Gain: 10~36 dB
Sync. mode: Internal sync. / Line lock
V Phase adjustment: Line Phase: 0~300, 60 stepsvar. on screen
Gamma correction: >0.45
Video output: BNC VBS, 1.0Vp-p, 75 ohm
S-Video: Mini Dim S-Video, Y: 1.0Vp-p, 75ohm, C: 286mV, 75ohm
Day/Night: On / Off
Lens mount: C / CS mount
Power source: 90~265VAC / AC24V
Dimension: 56 x 68 x 101 mm
Operating temperature: 0to +50 
Power consumption: 17W max.
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Major Parts Names and their Functions
Video Output Connector
This connector is used to connect with the VIDEO IN connector of the
monitor (Video Out: BNC type).
Audio Output Connector
This connector is used to connect with an audio device (Audio Out:
RCA connector).
Power LED Indicator
This indicator lights comes on when the power of this camera is on.
Tact Switcher for Setting
Press the tact switcher to display the setting menu. It is used to activate
an item selected in the SET UP menu.
Tact Switcher for Right Cursor
This tact switcher is used to move the cursor to the right for adjusting
the parameters of the selected item.
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Tact Switcher for Down Cursor
This tact switcher is used to move the cursor to the move the cursor
downward for selecting the items of the selected item.
Tact Switcher for Left Cursor
This tact switcher is used to move the cursor to the left for adjusting
the parameters of the selected item.
. Tact Switcher for Up Cursor
This tact switcher is used to move the cursor upward for selecting the
items of the selected item.
S-Video / RS-232 port
Connecting Mini Dim Male Connector to S-Video / RS-232 port for
better video output or communication.
Ground Connector
Connecting to power system ground.
24V AC Input Terminal
This terminal is for connecting the 24V AC power supply cord.
Power Cord Connector
This connector is used to connect the power cord.
Auto Iris Lens Connector
This connector is used to connect with the auto iris lens by a 4-pin male
connector.
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Mounting The Lens
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1. Mount the lens by turning it clockwise on the lens mount of the
camera.
2. If you use the Auto Iris lens, connecting the lens cable to the auto
iris lens connector on the top of the camera.
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Connections
1. Connecting the AC power cord to an electrical outlet of 90~265 VAC
when you use the EQ500 with a power cord.
2. If you use the EQ500 with 24V AC input terminal, please connect the
power cord to the terminal on the rear panel of the camera.
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Settings
•• Opening the Set Up Menu
Press the tact switcher to enter main menu shown as below:
SET
SWITCH SETUP
EXPPOSURE ES
LINELOCK ON
AWB ON
DAY/NIGHT ON
CAMERA ID ON xxxxxxxxx
LOAD DEFAULT
NEXT PAGE
EXIT
Move and to select the item you would like to change.
To change the settings, use , to move the cursor to modify the
previous settings.
Check the current settings on the menu appearing on the monitor. If you
would not make any changes after checking it, press to move the cursor
to NEXT PAGE or EXIT.
•• Changing the settings
This page is just for you to set the main function of the camera. If you would
like to do more settings, please go through the following pages.
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•• EXPOSURE
1. There are four modes of exposure for you to set on the screen. Use
and to select the mode. The modes are: Electronics Shutter(ES),
Manual Exposure(ME), Flickerless(FL), and Auto Iris(AI).
2. You can do further setting on next page after selecting one of the
modes.
SWITCH SETUP
EXPPOSURE ES
LINELOCK ON
AWB ON
DAY/NIGHT ON
CAMERA ID ON xxxxxxxxx
LOAD DEFAULT
NEXT PAGE
EXIT
•• LINELOCK
1. This item is used to make the vertical phase of the camera video
signal matched to the phase of AC power.
2. Move the cursor to the LINELOCK parameter and press or
to select ON or OFF.
•• AWB
1. Normally the AWB( Auto White balance) is set to ON.
2. Just press or to change ON or OFF.
•• DAY/NIGHT
1. The camera is specially designed to have a clear black and white
picture under low light environment.
2. The default is DAY/NIGHT ON for you to install any place where
the light is varying. The camera will be Color and Black/White
switching automatically according the lighting.
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SWITCH SETUP
EXPPOSURE ES
LINELOCK ON
AWB ON
DAY/NIGHT ON
CAMERA ID ON EverFocus
LOAD DEFAULT
NEXT PAGE
EXIT
•• LOAD DEFAULT
1. Press to reset the camera to the factory settings.
2. As soon as the default is loaded, EverFocus VER 1.0 will be shown
on the screen.
SET
Move the cursor to NEXT PAGE and the press to go to NEXT
PAGE. SET
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•• CAMERA ID
1. Press or to change the parameter of CAMERA ID. You can
use the camera identification(CAMERA ID) to assign a name to each
camera when you set the CAMERA ID ON.
2. The camera ID is up to 9 characters. The characters for setting the
ID of the cameras are: “Space”, “0~9”, “a~z”, “A~Z”. Just press
or to select your necessary characters and then move ,
to change the cursor to another position
Caution:
1. You can also press together to load default
anywhere on the screen display mode.
2. Before “EverFocus VER 1.0”disappeared, please do not disable
the power of the camera otherwise the camera will be damaged.
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The second page is for you to do more settings of exposure. The further
setting of each mode is described as below.
EXPOSURE ES
LEVEL<IRE> 60
RESPONSE
SHUTTER LIM 1/500
BLC LEVEL
AGC MAX
AGC MIN
BLC ON
AGC ON
NEXT PAGE
EXIT
•• EXPOSURE ES
Engineering Settings
1. LEVEL<IRE>
This parameter is for you to adjust the video bright level. Thevalue is
high, and then the video is bright.
2. RESPONSE
This is for you to adjust the speed of response. If the value is high, the
response speed is less.
3. SHUTTER LIM
The range of ES is 1/60(1/50) ~ 1/100,000 seconds. Under ES mode, you
just have to set the maximum shutter speed from 1/500 ~ 1/100,000.
4. BLC LEVEL
This parameter is for you to adjust the BLC level. The value is high,
and then the video is bright.
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5. AGC MAX
Once the AGC is on, you can do further setting of maximum value of
AGC.
6. AGC MIN
Except the maximum value of AGC, you can also set the minimum
value of AGC.
7. BLC
Press or to set ON or OFF of Back Light Compensation
function.
8. AGC
You can set the gain(brightness level portion of an image) to automatic
level adjustment(ON) or fixed level(OFF).
•• EXPOSURE ME
EXPOSURE ME
SHUTTER SPEED 1/100
GAIN 12dB
NEXT PAGE
EXIT
1. SHUTTER SPEED
You can select the manual exposure speed of 1/60(1/50), 1/100(1/120),
1/125, 1/500 by moving or .
2. Gain
You can select the Gain Control of 0, 6, 12, 18 dB by moving or .

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•• EXPOSURE AI
EXPOSURE AI
D/D LEVEL
AGC MAX
AGC MIN
BLC ON
AGC ON
NEXT PAGE
EXIT
D/D LEVEL
This parameter is for you to adjust bright level of the video. The value
is high, and then the video is bright.
AGC MAX, AGC MIN, BLC, and AGC function is the same setting
procedure as EXPOSURES ES.
•• EXPOSURE FL
EXPOSURE FL
BLC LEVEL
AGC MAX
AGC MIN
BLC ON
AGC ON
NEXT PAGE
EXIT
The above parameters are the same setting procedure as EXPOSURE ES.
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•• VIDEO SETUP
VIDEO SETUP
BRIGHT
CHROMA
HUE
SHARPNESS L
SHARPNESS H
SHARPNESS V
NEXT PAGE
EXIT
1. BRIGHT
This parameter is for you to adjust the bright of the video.
2. CHROMA
3. HUE
These two items are used to adjust the color of the picture.
4. SHARPNESS L
L: Low light condition
5. SHARPNESS H
H: Horizontal
6. SHARPNESS V
V: Vertical
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•• VIDEO SETUP2
VIDEO SETUP2
Y GAMMA
Y KNEE
C GAMMA
C KNEE
PATTERN
NEXT PAGE
EXIT
1. Y GAMMA
This parameter is for you to adjust the Y Gamma Correction Curve.
2. CHROMA
3. HUE
These two items are used to adjust the color of the picture.
4. SHARPNESS L
L: Low light condition
5. SHARPNESS H
H: Horizontal
6. SHARPNESS V
V: Vertical
Item 4-6 is for you to get much more sharp picture.
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