GE Interlogix KTC-510 User manual

KTC
-
510/515/540E B/W and
KTC-810C/815C/840CE Color
Cameras

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KTC-510/515/540C/810C/815C/840CE Table of Contents
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BEFORE YOU BEGIN................................................................4
1SETUP ..............................................................................5
1.1 SETTING THE DIP SWITCH .........................................8
1.1.1 White Balance (ATW/AWB)..........................................9
1.1.2 Backlight Compensation (BLC ON)..............................9
1.1.3 Gamma Correction (r = .45 / r = 1) ...............................9
1.1.4 Synchronization (L-LOCK/INT)...................................10
2CONNECTIONS ................................................................11
3ADDITIONAL ADJUSTMENTS .............................................12
3.1 BACK FOCUS THUMBWHEEL .....................................12
3.2 DD LEVEL (FOR DC-TYPE LENSES)...........................13
3.3 MON OUT (BNC) ..................................................13
3.4 EXTERNAL SYNC PHASE ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS .....13
TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................................14

Before You Begin KTC-510/515/540C/810C/815C/840CE
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions before installing or operating this product.
Note: This installation should be made by a qualified service person and should conform to
local codes.
This manual provides installation and operation information. To use this
document, you must have the following minimum qualifications:
• A basic knowledge of CCTV systems and components
• A basic knowledge of electrical wiring and low-voltage electrical
hookups
Use this product only for the purpose for which it was designed.
Customer Support
For assistance in installing, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting
this product, refer to this document and any other documentation
provided. If you still have questions, contact Kalatel Technical Support:
GE Interlogix, Kalatel division
Call: 800-469-1676
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Note: You should be at the equipment, ready with details before calling Technical Support.
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Improper use of this equipment can cause severe bodily injury or
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1 SETUP
WARNING:
Do not expose the unit to moisture.
Slide out for
control panel
Mounting
threads (2) Iris lens plug
Control
panel
Iris connector Back focus
thumbwheel
Thumbwheel
locking screw
and provided
screwdriver
Figure 1. Parts of the camera
Note: Lens not included.
Note: The bracket used with the mounting threads is an option.

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To set up the camera, see Figure 2 and perform the following:
Note: For back focus instructions, see section 3, Additional Adjustments.
DIP switch
Phase adjust
buttons DD level
Lens
mode
switch
Figure 2. Camera controls
1) If you are using a C-mount lens, screw on the C-mount adapter.
2) Screw the appropriate lens to the camera.
3) Set the lens mode switch
(Figure 3) to correspond
with the lens:
• For an auto iris lens
without amplifier (DC
type), set the lens mode
switch to DD.
• For an auto iris lens with
built-in amplifier (VIDEO
type), set the lens mode
switch to VD.
• For a manual iris lens, set the lens mode switch to AES.
4) If you are using an auto iris lens, insert the iris lens plug into the
auto iris lens connector. (See Figure 1.)
AES—manual iris lens
VD—video drive lens
DD—DC drive lens
Figure 3. Lens mode switch settings

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Note: Figure 4 and Figure 5 show connections for the pins on the solder side of the lens
plug.
• For auto iris lens with
built-in EE amp, follow
the connections in
Figure 4. (Refer to the
lens instructions.)
• For auto iris lens without
EE amp, follow the
connections in Figure 5.
(Refer to the lens
instructions.)
NC (no
connection)
Red
(9 VAC
power)
Black
(ground)
3 White
(video)
Figure 4. Video-type auto iris lens leads
Damping
coil (+)
Damping
coil (–)
Driving
coil (–)
Driving
coil (+)
Figure 5. DC-type auto iris lens leads

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1.1 SETTING THE DIP SWITCH
Set the DIP switch for your camera situation (see Figure 6 and Table 1).
Color cameras B/W cameras
Figure 6. DIP switches for color and B/W cameras
Table 1. DIP switch settings
ATW/AWB Auto-tracking white balance / auto white balance
Note: ATW/AWB is for color cameras only.
BLC ON/OFF Automatic backlight on or off
NAGC/SAGC Automatic gain control normal (30 dB) or super (36 dB)
r = .45 / r = 1 Gamma equals .45 or 1
L-LOCK/INT Line-lock or internal synchronization
FUTURE For future use (no connection)

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1.1.1 WHITE BALANCE (ATW/AWB)
ATW mode (default)
In the ATW mode, the color temperature is being monitored
continuously, and the white balance is set automatically by an internal
micro-controller. The operating color temperature range is
from 2500 to 9500 K.
AWB mode
When the switch is set to AWB (conventional white balance), a camera
using white as its reference automatically adjusts the content of blue and
red in the picture, depending on the scene, to provide a picture with
balanced color content. If the color temperature of the scene is
continuously changing, the camera can lose its color reference; in this
case, switch the camera to ATW.
1.1.2 BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION (BLC ON)
This auto BLC is a digital light-level control system. It is activated
automatically by screen histogram (contrast) and 225-area window
weighting integration. This controls iris gain and white balance
simultaneously so that a clear object with adequate light level can be
optimized.
Central Window Weighted Average Backlight Compensation
This method is ideal when the main subject is fixed within the screen.
Histogram Backlight Compensation
This method is ideal when the main subject moves within the screen.
The combination of two types of backlighting makes it easier to arrange
backlight compensation operation to match the imaging conditions and
installation location.
Note: Compensation might be insufficient when the background is extremely bright.
1.1.3 GAMMA CORRECTION (r = .45 / r = 1)
Gamma correction is an electronic correction within the camera circuitry
that matches the brightness level seen by the camera with the brightness
level displayed on the monitor. This adjustment enables the monitor to
display the correct level of contrast. The standard setting is .45 (default).
The manual switch should be used only if the controls on the monitor are
not giving sufficient adjustment.

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1.1.4 SYNCHRONIZATION (L-LOCK/INT)
Line-Lock (external) (default)
The sync pulses are referenced to the supply frequency. The phase
adjust buttons are used to synchronize cameras even when they are
connected to different phases of the mains supply, which results in roll-
free pictures
Internal
An internal sync generator is used when the camera is being powered off
of 12 VDC.

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2 CONNECTIONS
See Figure 7 and perform the following:
To local
or test
monitor
To power
supply To
monitor
Power LED
Figure 7. Back panel connections
1) Attach the monitor’s video in BNC connector to the camera’s
VIDEO OUT connector.
2) With a screwdriver, loosen the ~AC24V/DC12V and the GND
terminal connectors on the terminal block.
3) Connect the power source to the terminal block.
Note: The terminal block is not polarity sensitive; therefore, either power lead can
be connected to either terminal connector.
4) Retighten the terminal connector screws until snug, ensuring that
the power leads are secure.
5) Supply power to the unit.
Note: Power is now being supplied to the camera, and the power LED illuminates. If the
LED is not illuminated, check the terminal block connections and power source.

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3 ADDITIONAL ADJUSTMENTS
3.1 BACK FOCUS THUMBWHEEL
Back focusing is used to match the lens’ back focal length with the
camera’s imaging device. It enables the camera to be focused correctly
during setup and ensures that the image remains sharp and crisp under
various lighting conditions, taking into account changes in the lens’ depth
of field. To achieve correct back focus, adjustments should be made in
low light—at night or in simulated low-light conditions. Back focusing
should always be done when the depth of field is at its minimum. The
lens’ depth of field will be reduced when the iris is fully open. (Depth of
field: The proportion of the field of view that is in correct focus. Depth of
field will decrease when the focal length is long, the f-number is small
(iris fully open), or the object distance is short.)
To adjust the back focus, perform the following:
1) Operate the camera and view an object approximately 75 feet
(23 m) away.
2) If the lens has a focus ring, set it to infinity by turning it fully
clockwise as viewed from the front of the camera.
3) If the lens has a manual iris, set the lens iris adjustment to the
widest opening or lowest f-number.
If the lens has an auto iris, place a filter in front of the lens to
simulate low-light conditions and force the iris to open fully.
4) Using the included screwdriver, turn the back focus thumbwheel
screw counterclockwise (unlock) so that the back focus
thumbwheel turns. (See Figure 1.)
5) Adjust the lens’ focal position (with the filter in place, if used) by
turning the back focus thumbwheel to achieve the sharpest image.
6) Using the included screwdriver, lock the thumbwheel screw.
7) Position the camera for the required view and, if needed, adjust the
focus using only the focus ring on the lens.
8) For optimum performance when using an auto iris lens, adjust the
lens level according to the camera’s position and environment.
(See section 3.2.)

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3.2 DD LEVEL (FOR DC-TYPE LENSES)
When the lens mode switch is set to DD, you can set the lens iris level
adjustment to ensure the correct exposure depending on the camera’s
position and the lighting levels. (See Figure 2.)
3.3 MON OUT (BNC)
The monitor output BNC connector can accept the BNC connector of a
local monitor or of a monitor used to test camera setup.
3.4 EXTERNAL SYNC PHASE ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS
CAUTION:
The phase adjustment must be made by a qualified service person
or installer.
The vertical phase of the camera video signal can be synchronized to the
phase of the AC power line by using a dual-trace oscilloscope to observe
the video output signal (V-rate) of the camera and by adjusting the line-
lock phase control buttons to line up the phases of both signals, or by
using a KTS-56 V-Phase Adjustment Tool. In line-lock mode, this
synchronization is automatic.

Troubleshooting KTC-510/515/540C/810C/815C/840CE
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Probable Cause Solution
Lens cap is still in
place
Remove the lens cap
No power to the
camera
Check that the power
LED at the camera is lit
If the LED is not lit, check
the camera power supply
Monitor is not
functioning properly
Connect a test monitor to
the MON OUT connection
to check for a local video
signal
No picture on the
monitor
Camera is not set up
properly for the lens
type
Set the lens selection
switch for the type of lens
being used (VD, DD, or
AES) (Figure 3)
Ensure that the auto iris
plug in is connected
properly (Figure 4 and
Figure 5)

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Camera lens is dirty Clean the camera lens
Monitor is not set up
properly
Ensure that the monitor
settings are correct
Ensure that termination at
the monitor is correct
Confirm that the cable
between the camera and
the monitor is working
properly
Camera DIP switch is
not set properly
Ensure that the DIP
switch is set correctly
(section 1.1)
Camera is not focused
properly
Focus the lens using the
back focus thumbwheel
and the lens thumbscrew,
if applicable (section 3.1)
Picture quality is poor
Camera is not set up
properly for the lens
type
C-mount lens: attach the
C-mount adapter between
the lens and the camera
CS-mount lens: remove
the C-mount adapter
Ensure that the lens level
adjustment is correct
(section 3.2)