GE Interlogix KTC-115CC User manual

KTC
-
115CC,
-
215CC,
-
240CCE
Compact Cameras

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KTC Compact Cameras Table of Contents
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ...............................................................4
1BACK PANEL COMPONENTS ..............................................5
2INSTALLING THE LENS.......................................................6
2.1 CONNECTING AN AUTO IRIS LENS...............................6
3PROGRAMMING THE DIP SWITCH.......................................7
3.1 SHUTTER CONTROL – (AES OR DD)..........................7
3.2 BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION (BLC OFF OR ON).........7
3.3 WHITE BALANCE (ATW/FIX) .....................................8
3.4 VIEW (NORMAL OR MIRROR)......................................8
3.5 ZOOM (NORMAL OR E ZOOM).....................................8
4INSTALLING THE CAMERA INTO A HOUSING .........................9
5MAKING CABLE CONNECTIONS........................................10
6MAKING ADDITIONAL ADJUSTMENTS................................11
6.1 SETTING THE AUTO IRIS LEVEL.................................11
6.2 ADJUSTING THE BACK FOCUS ..................................11
WARRANTY AND RETURN INFORMATION .................................13
ADVANCE REPLACEMENT POLICY.....................................13

Before You Begin KTC Compact Cameras
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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
Fax: [phone]
Note: You should be at the equipment, ready with details before calling Technical Support.
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* WARNING:
Improper use of this equipment can cause severe bodily injury or
equipment damage.
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Improper use of this equipment can cause equipment damage.
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KTC Compact Cameras Back Panel Components
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1 BACK PANEL COMPONENTS
Refer to Figure 1 when performing the camera setup procedures
described in the following sections.
Auto iris
connector
DIP switch
24 VAC
power
source
Direct
drive auto
iris level
adjuster
Power
LED To monitor
Figure 1. Back panel of the compact cameras

Installing the Lens KTC Compact Cameras
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2 INSTALLING THE LENS
The KTC compact cameras will accept any CS-mount type lens. To use
a C-mount type lens, add a 5mm adapter ring.
2.1 CONNECTING AN AUTO IRIS LENS
If you are using an auto iris lens, attach the lens to the camera and insert
the lens plug into the auto iris connector (Figure 1).
If you are using a DC auto iris lens without a lens plug follow the
connection diagram in Figure 2.
4
Driving (-
)
2
Damping (+)
Driving (+)
3
Damping (-)
1
Figure 2. Wiring for DC-type auto iris lens
(wiring for the connector solder side)

KTC Compact Cameras Programming the DIP Switch
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3 PROGRAMMING THE DIP SWITCH
To program the DIP switch, refer to Figure 3 or Figure 4 depending on
your camera model.
Automatic electronic shutter / direct drive auto iris
Backlight compensation off/on
Auto tracking white balance / fixed white balance
Normal view / mirror view (flips picture left to right)
Figure 3. KTC-215CC and KTC-240CCE DIP Switch
Automatic electronic shutter / direct drive auto iris
Backlight compensation off/on
Normal view / mirror view (flips picture left to right)
Normal / E-zoom
Figure 4. KTC-115CC DIP Switch
3.1 SHUTTER CONTROL – (AES OR DD)
• Automatic Electronic Shutter (AES)
When using a manual iris lens (no plug) the DIP switch should be set
to AES. The camera will then adjust automatically to changes in light
conditions.
• Direct Drive Auto Iris (DD)
When using a plug-in, auto iris, DC-type lens set the DIP switch to
DD. In this case the camera and lens will work together to adjust to
changes in light conditions. Once the camera setup is complete, see
Section 6.1 for instructions on setting the auto-iris level.
3.2 BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION (BLC OFF OR ON)
Backlight compensation controls iris gain and white balance
simultaneously. If you have objects in the foreground that appear
silhouetted in front of a brighter background, set backlight compensation
on. The foreground objects will appear with greater definition.
Note: Compensation may be insufficient when the background is extremely bright.

Programming the DIP Switch KTC Compact Cameras
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3.3 WHITE BALANCE (ATW/FIX)
Note: This switch is not available for the KTC-115CC
• Auto-tracking white balance (ATW) mode
In the ATW mode, the range of colors in the scene being monitored
is tracked continuously, and the white balance is set automatically by
an internal micro-controller. If the color range changes constantly,
then set the switch to ATW.
• Fixed white balance (FIX) mode
In Fix mode, the camera uses white as its reference and
automatically adjusts the content of blue and red in the picture to
provide a picture with a balanced color content. If the color range of
the scene being monitored remains fairly constant, then set the
switch to FIX.
3.4 VIEW (NORMAL OR MIRROR)
• Normal
In normal mode, the video image will display on the monitor as it
appears in front of the camera.
• Mirror
In mirror mode, the video image will be flipped horizontally before it
displays on the monitor. This setting is useful if the camera is pointed
at a mirror and the viewer prefers to see the scene as it appears
before it is reflected in the mirror.
3.5 ZOOM (NORMAL OR E ZOOM)
Note: This switch is available only for the KTC-115CC
• Normal
In normal mode, the image will appear without any digital
magnification.
• E Zoom
In E Zoom mode, the camera will digitally zoom the picture
approximately three times that of normal view.
Note: The image quality is not as high in E Zoom mode as it is normal mode.

KTC Compact Cameras Installing the Camera into a Housing
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4 INSTALLING THE CAMERA INTO A HOUSING
Depending on the type of housing used, it will probably be necessary to
feed the cables through the housing before connecting them to the
camera. In addition, it may be helpful to install the camera into the
housing before making cable connections.
For installation instructions, refer to the manual for the housing being
used. If you are using a Low-Cost Housing, see the KTA-L installation
instruction manual.
Figure 5. Compact camera installed in Low-Cost Housing
CAUTION:
Do not expose the camera to moisture.

Making Cable Connections KTC Compact Cameras
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5 MAKING CABLE CONNECTIONS
To connect the video and power cables, see Figure 6 and perform the
following.
1) Attach the monitor’s video in BNC connector to the camera’s
VIDEO OUT connector.
2) With a screwdriver, loosen the ~AC24V terminal connectors on the
terminal block.
3) Connect the leads of the power source to the ~AC24V terminal
connectors.
4) Tighten the terminal connector screws until snug, ensuring that the
power leads are secure.
5) Provide power to the camera.
Note: The power LED should be illuminated once power is supplied to the camera. If the
power LED is not illuminated, check the terminal block connections and power source.
24 VAC
power
source
Power
LED To monitor
Figure 6. Power and video connections

KTC Compact Cameras Making Additional Adjustments
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6 MAKING ADDITIONAL ADJUSTMENTS
6.1 SETTING THE AUTO IRIS LEVEL
If you are using a plug-in, auto iris, DC-type lens, it may be necessary to
make adjustments to the direct drive level to achieve a good picture in all
light conditions. Use a screwdriver to rotate the direct drive auto iris level
adjuster (Figure 1) to the setting appropriate for your light conditions.
6.2 ADJUSTING THE BACK FOCUS
Back focusing ensures that the image remains sharp and crisp under
varied lighting conditions. It takes into account changes in the lens’ depth
of field and is used to match the lens’ back focal length with the camera’s
imaging device.
Depth of field is 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 achieve correct back focus, adjustments should be made only under
the following conditions:
• In low light—at night or in simulated low-light conditions.
• When the depth of field is at its minimum. The lens’ depth of
field is most narrow when the iris is fully open.
To adjust the back focus, perform the following:
1) Operate the camera and view an object approximately 75 ft 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) Unscrew the back focus adjustment lock screw to ensure that the
back focus adjustment ring turns.

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5) Adjust the lens’ focal position (with the filter in place, if used) by
gently turning the back focus adjustment ring to achieve the
sharpest image.
6) Retighten the back focus adjustment lock screw carefully while
ensuring that the focus does not change.
7) Position the camera for the required view, and if needed, adjust the
focus using only the focus ring on the lens.
8) If you are using an auto iris lens, adjust the DC level for optimum
performance.

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WARRANTY AND RETURN INFORMATION
GE Interlogix, Kalatel division, warrants its equipment for three years
from the date of purchase. This warranty covers defects in materials and
workmanship only; equipment failures that are due to improper
installation, modification, abuse, or acts of nature are not covered by this
warranty. The repair department will evaluate all equipment returned for
repair to determine warranty coverage. The Tech Support Manager will
resolve any questions that may arise during evaluation to make a final
determination.
Note: The three-year warranty does not apply to the following products:
MobileView®and the monitor CRT, which carry a 12-month warranty from the date of
purchase.
For all warranty repairs, GE Interlogix, Kalatel division, will cover all
costs, including parts, labor, and shipping. Repaired equipment will be
returned via the same method of shipment in which it was received. If a
customer requests a faster return shipment, the difference will be
charged.
For all non-warranty repairs, the customer will be billed for parts, labor,
and shipping. Labor will be billed in half-hour increments.
Note: Customers requesting an estimate prior to repair will be notified by phone. If they
cannot be reached, they will be notified by fax. If we are unable to reach the contact person
for repair authorization after one phone attempt and two fax attempts, the equipment will be
returned without being repaired. We will hold equipment no longer than two weeks.
ADVANCE REPLACEMENT POLICY
When an advance replacement is required, we will send the customer
replacement equipment from our stock and receive the returned product
in exchange. The received equipment will be evaluated and the repair
department will determine whether it is a warranty replacement. If it is
non-warranty, see our repair policy above for details. The following
guidelines will be used for all advance replacements:
• Fewer than 45 days from purchase, GE Interlogix, Kalatel division,
will replace the product with new equipment.
• From 45 days to 1 year from purchase, GE Interlogix, Kalatel
division, will replace the product with refurbished equipment.
• From 1 year to 3 years from purchase, the product must be sent in
for repair. Advance replacements will be sent for a fee of $100.
If you have questions about this policy, please contact Kalatel’s RMA
department at 800-469-1676.