FLIR PTZ-35 MS User manual

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February 2010
FLIR Systems, Inc.
70 Castilian Drive
Goleta, CA 93117
Phone: 888.747.FLIR (888.747.3547)
International: +1.805.964.9797 http:// www.flir.com

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FLIR Systems Inc.
70 Castilian Dr.
Goleta, CA 93117-3027
888.747.FLIR (888.747.3547)
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www.flir.com
Document Number: 427-0016-00-10
Revision Number: 130
Date: February, 2010
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ......................................................................5
2.0INTRODUCTION ...........................................................................................6
2.1Advantages of Thermal Imaging ........................................................................ 7
2.2Package Contents .............................................................................................. 8
3.0SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS.......................................................................9
4.0QUICK-START INFORMATION..................................................................11
5.0THERMOVISION SECURITYHD USER INTERFACE.................................12
Communication Panel ................................................................................................. 12
Pan/Tilt Panel.............................................................................................................. 14
Infrared Panel.............................................................................................................. 15
DLTV Panel................................................................................................................. 17
Manual Control Panel.................................................................................................. 18
6.0PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS PHYSICAL INTERFACE.....................................20
6.1Dimension Drawings ........................................................................................ 20
6.2Integrated Interface Cable................................................................................ 22
6.3Breakout Connector Cable ............................................................................... 24
7.0MAINTENANCE ..........................................................................................25
7.1Lens Cleaning .................................................................................................. 25
8.0PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................26
9.0OPTIONAL JOYSTICK DISPLAY UNIT......................................................28
9.1Joystick Control w/ Display Unit ....................................................................... 28
Joystick operation ....................................................................................................... 28
Joystick drift ................................................................................................................ 28
10.0SOFTWARE CONTROL FUNCTIONS .................................................30
10.1Software Interface Description ......................................................................... 30
10.2IR Imager.......................................................................................................... 30
10.3Daylight Camera............................................................................................... 34
10.4Pan/Tilt Mechanism.......................................................................................... 35
10.5Pelco D Commands ......................................................................................... 37
11.0USER CONTROLS FOR KBD300A......................................................39

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TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1: PTZ-35 MS and PTZ-50 MS provide 24/7 threat detection ................................................. 4
Figure 2: Daylight camera on left; Thermal image on right................................................................. 6
Figure 3: Backlit daylight camera on left; thermal image on right ....................................................... 7
Figure 4: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS camera foot and mounting bracket shoe .................................... 8
Figure 5: Quick Connect Interface Cable w/ break-out cable shown at bottom insertError! Bookmark
not defined.
Figure 6: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS User Interface ........................................................................... 12
Figure 8: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS Communication panel ............................................................... 13
Figure 9: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS Pan/Tilt panel............................................................................ 14
Figure 10: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS Infrared panel.......................................................................... 16
Figure 11: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS Infrared panel.......................................................................... 17
Figure 12: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS DLTV panel............................................................................. 18
Figure 13: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS Manual Control ....................................................................... 19
Figure 14: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS Dimension Drawing................................................................. 20
Figure 15: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS Dimension Drawing with hole pattern ..................................... 21
Figure 16: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS Interface Cable Connector...................................................... 22
Figure 18:IR Video Output Figure 19: DLTV video output......................................................... 24
Figure 20: RS-232 DB-9 (Female) Figure 21: RS-422 DB-9 (Male) ........................................... 24
Figure 22: Joystick Display Unit ....................................................................................................... 28
Figure 23: Operational Directions on back of Joystick Display Unit ................................................. 29
Figure 1: PTZ-35 MS and PTZ-50 MS provide 24/7 threat detection

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1.0 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
Caution! This guide uses the term Caution! to indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in bodily harm or injury, damage to the camera, or other property damage.
Protect Your Investment
The enclosure of the PTZ-35 MS and PTZ-50 MS visible camera is pressurized with nitrogen to
eliminate fogging of the camera lens due to sudden changes in temperature.
The camera should be installed by a trained professional according to local codes and industry-
standard safe practices.
Proper ESD protocol should be followed while working with the unit.
Do not disassemble the PTZ-35 MS and PTZ-50 MS enclosures. Disassembly can cause permanent
damage and will void the warranty.
Operating the PTZ-35 MS or PTZ-50 MS outside of its specified operating temperature range or
voltage range can cause permanent damage and will void the warranty.
The camera is a precision optical instrument and should not be exposed to excessive shock or
vibration.
When not in use, replace the lens cap over the objective lens. When the lens cap is not in place, avoid
pointing the system directly at extremely high-intensity radiation sources, such as the sun, lasers, arc
welders, etc. This warning applies whether or not the system is powered.
Great care should be used with your camera’s optics. They are delicate and can be damaged by
improper cleaning. Only clean the lens in the manner described in section 7.0 Maintenance.
Legal Considerations
Camera and audio surveillance may be prohibited by laws that vary from country to country. Check the
laws in your local region before using this product for surveillance purposes.
Support
If you have questions that are not covered in this manual, or need service, contact FLIR Customer
Support at [phone] for additional information prior to returning your PTZ-35/-50 MS thermal
camera. In the US, you can also reach FLIR Customer Support at (888) 747-FLIR (747-3547).
All thermal imaging systems are subject to export control. Please contact FLIR for export compliance
information concerning your application or geographic area.
This equipment must be disposed of as electronic waste. Contact your nearest FLIR
representative for instructions on how to return the product to FLIR for proper disposal.

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2.0 INTRODUCTION
The PTZ-35 MS and PTZ-50 MS are high-resolution multi-sensor camera systems designed
specifically for the security market. These small, pan/tilt systems feature a powerful thermal camera,
with 35mm or 50mm lens, as well as a standard high resolution low-light video camera1, integrated into
a compact weather tight pan and tilt enclosure. The systems can be configured for portable or point-to-
point use, and are compatible with Pelco D protocol (using RS-232 or RS422, depending on the
configuration ordered) and Nexus communications. They are perfect for security and surveillance
applications that demand compact size and rugged performance.
The FLIR system you have purchased includes a sophisticated thermal imaging camera that provides
excellent night visibility and situational awareness, even in absolute darkness. The camera has a
standard video output that works with digital video recording devices, video motion detection software
or off-the-shelf video encoders. Thermal imagers are well suited to video analytics – a combination of
best-in-class intruder detection cameras with intelligent 24-hour automated monitoring. Day or night,
thermal cameras provide excellent scene contrast, critical for high-reliability and reduced false alarms,
even during daylight hours.
FLIR’s powerful thermal security cameras compliment and complete your security camera network.
They turn night into day, allowing you to see intruders invisible to the naked eye. FLIR PTZ cameras
create video images from infrared thermal energy (heat), and perform well at night and day, in good
weather and bad. The thermal camera system is intended for various commercial and industrial uses,
including security and surveillance applications, such as border / perimeter patrol and security
inspection.
Figure 2: Daylight camera on left; Thermal camera on right
Observe that the image on the left from an ordinary daylight camera is obscured by fog; the thermal
image on the right provides clear details.
The PTZ-35/-50 MS camera is designed for simple, intuitive installation and operation. Each thermal
camera is based on FLIR’s widely-deployed uncooled microbolometer imaging core. All cameras
include FLIR’s advanced image processing techniques which deliver excellent contrast regardless of
scene dynamics.
This camera has a sealed outdoor enclosure that is designed to protect the camera and lens
components in adverse environmental conditions. The sealed enclosure increases the camera
reliability and reduces the cost of maintenance.
1The standard video camera is referred to in this manual generally as a daylight camera or DLTV.

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PTZ-35 MS
The PTZ-35 MS camera features a focal length of 35mm, providing a short to medium field of view of
20° and is well-suited for short range threat detection in all circumstances. It gives you a wide field of
view, so you can cover a large area and keep excellent situational awareness. Like all FLIR thermal
cameras, the PTZ-35 MS provides crisp, clear thermal imagery in total darkness, haze, light fog or
smoke.
PTZ-50 MS
Utilizing a 50mm lens, the PTZ-50 MS serves as a medium- to long-range surveillance camera and
provides a 14° HFOV. This focal length is widely deployed because it provides an even balance
between situational awareness and detailed perspective. Like the PTZ-35 MS camera, the PTZ-50 MS
has a standard resolution focal plane array (FPA) with 320 (H) x 240 (V) pixels, the same thermal
imaging technology found in many of FLIR’s most sophisticated security and surveillance systems.
2.1 Advantages of Thermal Imaging
Originally developed for the military, thermal imaging cameras are now deployed in numerous
commercial applications where it is impractical or too expensive to use active illumination (lights). It is
perfect for wide-area surveillance in critical infrastructure or high-value residence installations where
lighting is unwelcome or impractical. The camera also provides improved daytime surveillance in
environments where traditional CCTV security camera performance suffers, such as in shadows,
backlit scenes or through foliage.
Low-cost infrared illuminated cameras rely on near infrared (NIR) lamps to illuminate threats, resulting
in shadows, reflections, backscatter, higher power consumption, narrow areas of illumination and
much shorter ranges than passive thermal camera technology.
Unlike other night vision systems that require low amounts of light to generate an image, the PTZ-35/-
50 MS thermal imagers need no light at all. The choice of lenses for the cameras allow for short- or
medium-range surveillance capability.
Figure 3: Backlit daylight camera on left; thermal camera on right
Observe that the setting sun in the backlit image on the left makes it difficult to discern any objects of
interest; the thermal image on the right is not affected by the bright sun and therefore provides detail
and contrast.

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The PTZ-35/-50 MS is designed to be compatible with standard security systems employing ordinary
daylight cameras. A variety of connection options are available. Each system includes a standard
break-out cable that allows connection to power, analog video (one output for the thermal camera and
one for the standard video camera) and control (RS-232 and RS-422 are provided, with only one or the
other useable at any given time, depending on the configuration ordered).
2.2 Package Contents
Refer to the Shipping Check List that is shipped with each camera for a description of the parts and
components that are included with the camera. If there is any discrepancy between the list and the
contents of your shipment, please contact FLIR Systems Customer Support immediately using the
contact information at the front of this manual.
Figure 4: PTZ-50 MS camera unit, system cable and break-out cable
The camera unit includes the thermal camera and daylight camera on either side of a pan/tilt motor,
which is held up by the black pedestal base. The pedestal base is not removable from the camera. The
system cable connects to the round connector on the back of the base. For most installations, the
system cable will exit to the rear after mounting is completed.
The system cable has a female 18 pin sealed connector at one end that connects to the back of the
camera base. The other end has a male 32 pin sealed connector that connects to the break-out cable
or another device. Refer to section 6.2 Integrated Interface Cable for additional information about the
connectors.
The break-out cable has a mating 32 pin female sealed connector, and provides connectors for power,
video (one for thermal and one for daylight), and serial communications (one DB9F labeled “RS232”
and one DB9M labeled “RS422”). Refer to section 6.3 Breakout Connector Cable for additional
information about the individual connectors.
Note: When connecting to the RS-422 port on the break-out cable, be sure to note the pin designations
as shown in section 6.3 Breakout Connector Cable. The PTZ-35/-50 uses pins 6, 7, 8 & 9, which may
be different than DB9 pin configuration on other FLIR cameras or equipment from other manufacturers.

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3.0 SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS
The PTZ-35 MS and PTZ-50 MS cameras support serial communication for control of the camera
motion and features. The camera is shipped with a graphical user interface (GUI) software that can be
used to operate the camera and configure camera settings. The software is titled the ThermoVision
SecurityHD User Interface, or commonly referred to as the SHD software. Alternatively, the camera
can be controlled with any device that is Pelco-D compatible.
For serial communications, there are several choices available to the installer and the camera user. If
the camera is configured for RS-232 protocol, then the likely choice for camera control and
configuration is a PC or laptop running the SHD software.
If the camera is configured for RS-422, then a communication protocol converter (also known as a
serial 232-422 converter) can be used to connect to a laptop or PC running the SHD software, allowing
a longer cable run. Alternatively the camera can be connected to a device that communicates with the
Pelco-D protocol.
The following diagram illustrates these communication options.

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The cameras can communicate using either the RS-232 standard or, for longer distances typically, the
RS-422 standard. Each camera is pre-configured at the factory to support either the RS-232 or RS-422
signaling standard2.
Detailed information on using the SHD software is provided in section 5.0 ThermoVision SecurityHD
User Interface. In addition to the customary pan, tilt and zoom control of the camera, users can change
settings that are specific to the thermal camera, including the following functions:
•Selectable Automatic Gain Control (AGC) and Dynamic Detail Enhancement (DDE) settings for
optimization of video imagery
•Camera Palette (also known as Polarity) - by default the White Hot palette is used; alternatively
the Black Hot palette displays warmer objects as black or dark rather than white or light
shades. Additional pseudo color palettes are available using the application software supplied
with the camera.
Figure 5: White Hot palette on left, Black Hot palette on right
2Contact FLIR Customer support for information on how to convert a camera from one standard to
the other.

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4.0 QUICK-START INFORMATION
The following instructions will get you started with basic operation of the PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS.
1. Firmly secure camera pedestal to designated camera mount, frame or structure which is able to
support the camera and allow for device pan and tilt. Refer to the section entitled Dimension
Drawings for specifications.
2. Connect the smaller end of the system cable to the pedestal base of the camera.
3. Remove the lens cap. Remember to replace the lens cap when the cameras are not in use to
prevent accidental scratching and dust contamination.
4. Attach the other larger end of the sealed interface cable to the break-out cable.
5. Plug a standard video cable into the connection labeled “Color” on the break-out cable for the
daylight camera.
6. Plug a standard video cable into the connection labeled “IR” on the break-out cable for the infrared
thermal camera.
7. The camera will support only one serial standard at a time (RS-232 or RS-422).
a. RS-232: If the camera model supports RS-232 communications, attach a standard RS-
232 cable to the connection labeled “RS232” on the break-out cable. Connect the other
end of the RS-232 cable to an available COM port slot on the PC. This will allow you to
use SHD User Interface software for remote control of the device.
b. RS-422: If the camera supports RS-422 communications, attach a cable to the
connection labeled “RS422” on the break-out cable. Attach the other end of the cable to
the device on the other end of the connection (for example, Pelco-D compatible
keyboard, RS422/RS232 adapter, etc.)
8. Plug the AC/DC converter into an electrical outlet. Insert the circular plug of the power converter to
the connection labeled “PWR” on the break-out cable. When power is supplied to the camera, it will
do an initial power up sequence moving through its full range of pan and tilt motion. Note that the
device will return back to home position after the power up sequence.
9. Now the PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS camera is ready for use. Confirm that the camera is supplying
video over both cables.
You have now completed the basic steps for setup of the PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS. Follow the rest of
this manual to learn how to control the camera and adjust the PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS system
settings according to your preferences.

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5.0 THERMOVISION SECURITYHD USER INTERFACE
The ThermoVision SecurityHD User Interface software provides basic pan/tilt control, the infrared
camera control and the daylight camera control as well as communication settings. It also provides an
indicator showing read/write confirmation to the infrared camera after each command in the lower-right
corner. Detailed descriptions for using these controls are described herein. Be sure to note the COM
port number for communication settings.
Figure 6: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS User Interface
Communication Panel The Communication Panel tab, shown in Figure 6, is located on the left-
side of the About tab. The PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS can communicate at the 2400, 4800, 9600 &
57600 baud rates and both pan/tilt as well as camera control can be accessed. To access the device,
simply choose the camera control switch and select the correct COM port that is connected to your
PC. Once the correct COM port has been selected then communication can proceed. Note that
selecting the Pelco address will only configure the GUI and not change the device address itself.
Figure 7: Select COM Port and Pelco Address

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If you are having trouble communicating with the device, be sure to check all connections and confirm
the COM port selection at the PC and the device. Also, confirm the standard RS-232 cable is a
working cable and not faulty.
Figure 8: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS Communication panel
Note the following:
•When connecting to the RS-422 port on the break-out cable, be sure to note the pin
designations as shown in section 6.3 Breakout Connector Cable. The PTZ-35/-50 uses pins 6,
7, 8 & 9, which may be different than DB9 pin configuration on other FLIR cameras or
equipment from other manufacturers.
•If Baud Rate is set to the slower values (2400 or 4800), some GUI commands (Get FPA Temp,
Get Version, Get Serial Number, etc) may not function properly due to the delays in reading
and writing the long command packets. It is recommended to use the fastest baud rate
possible.
•The GUI will have an easier time connecting to the PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS if the hardware is
powered up prior to opening the software.
•It is extremely important for the operator to know the Pelco address of the PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50
MS. If only one device is in use, it is recommended to keep the address at the default setting
(01). If the address is lost or forgotten, the operator will have to manually search through the
range of values (01-99).
•Pelco address 08 is reserved for internal use by the PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS and cannot be
used anywhere else in the network.

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Pan/Tilt Panel The Pan/Tilt panel, shown in Figure 9, provides the ability to control the azimuth
and elevation mechanism along with preset locations for the PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS.
Pan/Tilt Drive: provides pan/tilt direction and positioning
1. Presets. The preset buttons allow the user to set/get 3 preset locations and determine the
home location. These presets are valid or stored in memory for as long as the User Interface
software application is running. The Import/Export buttons allow the user to store and load
preset locations.
2. Direction. The direction allows the user to drive the pan/tilt up, down, right, left, up-right, up-
left, down-right, down-left and home.
3. Pan Speed. The pan speed increments the speed for the azimuth from slowest (left side) to
the fastest (right side) using the slider arrow.
4. Tilt Speed. The tilt speed increments the speed for the elevation from slowest (left side) to the
fastest (right side) using the slider arrow.
Manual Control: provides discrete pan/tilt azimuth and elevation input
1. Azimuth. The azimuth can be set as an absolute position between 0 and 550
2. Elevation. The elevation can be set as an absolute position between 0 and 190
Also, an elevation display dial and azimuth display dial are used to indicate current positions.
Figure 9: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS Pan/Tilt panel

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Infrared Panel The Infrared panel contains the Video and AGC tab and a General tab, shown in
Figure 10 and Figure 11. These tabs provide the ability to control the infrared camera from the PC. The
Video and AGC tab provides for basic image optimization along with camera control. The General tab
allows for further camera control to set power-on defaults and get further camera data. The infrared
camera commands for the PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS software interface are listed in section 10.0
Software Control Functions.
Video and AGC: provides infrared camera video and AGC settings
1. Polarity. Imagery can be displayed in either white-hot (hotter objects appear brighter than
cooler objects) or black-hot (hotter objects appear darker than cooler objects.
2. FFC. The infrared camera includes an internal shutter for periodically improving image quality
via a process called “flat-field correction” (FFC). During an FFC, a small calibration flag rotates
in front of the detector array, presenting a uniform temperature (i.e. a “flat field”) to every
detector element. Auto mode performs the FFC based on a change in ambient temperature
and Manual mode only performs the FFC when input by the user. Both modes allows for an
instantaneous FCC by depressing the “Do FFC” button.
3. Electronic Zoom. The camera will perform a 2X zoom controlled by the user.
4. AGC Type. The image can be optimized using an Automatic Gain Control or AGC type
algorithm. The three AGC types available are Plateau Equalization, Linear Histogram and
Logarithmic. Definitions for each are described below.
a. Plateau Equalization: The plateau equalization uses a histogram equalization algorithm
(HEQ) to analyze the scene content in real time and redistributes the dynamic range of
the scene.
b. AutoBright: The auto bright algorithm allows for the contrast and brightness bias to be
set while maintaining the offset automatically.
c. Linear Histogram: The linear histogram algorithm uses scene statistics to set a global
linear gain and offset (contrast and brightness) for the image.
d. Manual: The manual setting allows for user control for contrast (gain) and brightness
(offset) for the image.
5. AGC Parameters. The image can be further optimized using the AGC Parameters to control
the Plateau Value, Mid ITT Offset and Max Gain. All of these terms allow the user to optimize
the image based on the scene content.
6. Region Of Interest. The Region Of Interest or ROI determines what portion of the screen will
be used for the AGC calculations. The Full Screen option applies the AGC algorithm based on
scene content on the full screen. The Horizon Optimized applies horizontally across the screen
but uses only the middle third in the vertical direction. The Sky Optimized applies horizontally
across the screen but only the top half in the vertical direction. The Ground Optimized applies
horizontally across the screen but on the lower half in the vertical direction. The other modes
are applied using the center of the screen as 0, 0.
7. Detail Enhancement. This option applies a Bi-Lateral filter to enhance the image. The default
values are 16, 24, 32, 64, 96 and 128.

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Figure 10: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS Infrared panel
General: provides the user to save the default settings and monitor sensor or FPA temp
1. FPA Temperature. This command gets the FPA or sensor temperature and displays in
degrees C. The FPA Temperature can also be monitored by depressing the “Monitor FPA
Temp?” button.
2. No-Op. The No-Op command sends a non-operational command to the infrared camera. This
can be used to verify camera connectivity.
3. Reset Camera. The Reset Camera command causes the infrared camera to reboot.
4. Set Power-on Defaults. This command will save the image optimization and other settings into
the camera to use upon start-up.
5. Restore Factory Defaults. This command will restore the infrared camera to its factory set
defaults.
6. Array Size. The array size only effects the ROI settings based on either the Photon Block 1
(320x120) or Photon Block 2 (320x240).
7. Get S/N and Get Version. These commands will return the infrared camera serial number and
the software/FPGA versions.

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Figure 11: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS Infrared panel
DLTV Panel The DLTV panel contains the daylight camera settings as shown in the Figure 12.
These commands provide the ability to control the daylight camera from the PC.
Zoom: provides the user to control the daylight camera zoom and focus.
1. Optical Zoom In/Out. These commands allow the user to zoom in/out the daylight camera.
2. Digital Zoom On/Off. These commands allow the user to turn on/off the digital zoom.
3. Slow/Fast Slider. This slider allows the user to input the speed of the zoom from slow to fast.
4. Focus Mode. This command allows for either manual focus or auto focus of the daylight
camera.
5. Focus Near. This command allows the user to focus at objects that are near when in manual
mode.
6. Focus Far. This command allows the user to focus for far away objects when in manual mode.
7. One-Shot. This command allows the user to auto focus on the objects once with this button
when in manual mode.

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Figure 12: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS DLTV panel
Manual Control Panel The Manual Control panel, shown in Figure 13, allows the user to
manually send command words to control the pan/tilt, the infrared camera and the daylight camera.
Also, view the system response command word.
Write: provides the user to send hex commands the device for control.
1. Send. Enter the appropriate hex command and this will send the command to the device.
2. Reset. This will reset the entry to all zeros.
A list of commands is in Section 10.0 Software Control Functions. For a complete list of the commands
refer to the PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS Software Interface Control Document or ICD 102-1270-151.

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Figure 13: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS Manual Control

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6.0 PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS PHYSICAL INTERFACE
6.1 Dimension Drawings
The following figures show a dimensional drawing of the PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS.
Remember to firmly secure the unit and allow for device travel (pan and tilt).
Figure 14: PTZ-35 MS / PTZ-50 MS Dimension Drawing
Pictures not to scale!
Pictures not to scale!