HIK VISION AE-VC159T-S User manual

Road Condition Camera in Front
of Passenger Car
User Manual
UD25413B

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Regulatory Information
FCC Information
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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. 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.
FCC Conditions
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation
EU Conformity Statement
This product and - if applicable - the supplied
accessories too are marked with "CE" and comply
therefore with the applicable harmonized European
standards listed under the Low Voltage Directive
2014/35/EC, the EMC Directive 2014/30/EC.
2012/19/EU (WEEE directive): Products marked with this
symbol cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal
waste in the European Union. For proper recycling,
return this product to your local supplier upon the
purchase of equivalent new equipment, or dispose of it
at designated collection points. For more information
see: www.recyclethis.info.
2006/66/EC (battery directive): This product contains a
battery that cannot be disposed of as unsorted
municipal waste in the European Union. See the product
documentation for specific battery information. The
battery is marked with this symbol, which may include
lettering to indicate cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), or mercury
(Hg). For proper recycling, return the battery to your
supplier or to a designated collection point. For more
information see: www.recyclethis.info.
Industry Canada ICES-003 Compliance
This device meets the CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A) standards
requirements.
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The symbols that may be found in this document are defined as
follows.
Description
Provides additional information to
emphasize or supplement important points
of the main text.
Indicates important oprations or potential
hazardous situation that could result in
damage or property loss.
Keep the camera away from liquid while in use.
Do not drop the camera or subject it to physical shock.
Do not touch senor modules with fingers. If cleaning is necessary, use
clean cloth with a bit of ethanol and wipe it gently. If the camera will not
be used for an extended period, replace the lens cap to protect the
sensor from dirt.
To avoid heat accumulation, good ventilation is required for operating
environment.
Do not aim the camera at the sun or extra bright places. Blooming or
smearing may occur otherwise (which is not a malfunction), and affect
the endurance of sensor at the same time.
The sensor may be burned out by a laser beam, so when any laser
equipment is in using, make sure that the surface of sensor will not be
exposed to the laser beam.
Do not place the camera in extremely hot, cold, dusty or damp locations,
and do not expose it to high electromagnetic radiation.
While in delivery, the camera shall be packed in its original packing, or
packing of the same texture.
If the product does not work properly, contact your dealer or the
nearest service center. Never attempt to disassemble the camera by
yourself. (We shall not assume any responsibility for problems caused
by unauthorized repair or maintenance.)
These instructions are intended to ensure that user can use the
product correctly to avoid danger or property loss. Before using,
please read the manual carefully and keep it properly for further
reference.
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which if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation,
which if not avoided, could result in
equipment damage, data loss, performance
degradation, or unexpected results.
In the use of the product, you must be in strict compliance with the
electrical safety regulations of the nation and region. Input voltage should
meet both the SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) and the Limited Power
Source with AC 24V or DC 12V according to the IEC60950-1 standard.
Refer to technical specifications for detailed information.
Foreword
Symbol Conventions
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NOTE
CAUTION
WARNING
DANGER
Safety Instruction
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Before unboxing, please check to see if the package is intact.
Unbox and refer to the list to make sure that all the assembly
parts are included.
If there is no problem, the device is ready for installation.
The packing list of the vehicle-mounted camera is shown
below.
Table 1-1 Packing List
No. Picture for Illustration Name Quantity
Camera
The assembly parts may vary according to different camera models.
Refer to the actual device for details.
2.1 Product Features
This series of camera adopts new generation sensor with high
sensitivity and advanced circuit design technology. It features
high resolution, low image distortion and low noise, etc., which
makes it suitable for monitoring system and image processing
system.
The main features are as follows:
High resolution image
Supports BLC
Auto white balance Supports WDR
Adapts shock-proof design and aviation plug
NOTE
1 Package Check
1.1 Before You Begin
1.2 Packing List
User Manual
2 Introduction
High performance CMOS sensor for accurate capture of
moving subjects
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2.2 Overview
2.2.1 Overview of Camera
Figure 2-1 Overview
Video
Power Ground
Audio
Audio
Power Ground
Power Supply
Power Supply
Video
Cable A
Cable B
2.2.2 Aviation Plug Interface
Figure 2-2 Interfaces of Aviation Plug
The camera is designed with an aviation plug, as shown below, to
ensure shock-proof. Make sure your cable matches with the plug.
9V to 16 V DC power supply for vehicle-mounted cameras.
Camera
Aviation Plug Interface
Screws Cover
Body
Double-sided Tape
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3 Installation
Before you start, Please make sure that the device in the package
is in good condition and all the assembly parts are included.
Make sure the part, which is used to install the camera, is strong
enough to withstand four times the weight of the camera and the
mounting.
Step 1 Clean the mounting surface with a mixture of isopropyl
Figure 3-2 Tear off the sticker
Set Screw
Screw Cover
Angle
adjustment
screw
Figure 3-1 Clean the Surface
Double-sided
tape release
sticker
and water.
Tear off the double-sided tape release sticker on the
device.
Stick the adhesive surface of the device's double-sided
adhesive on the clean mounting surface in the Vehicle.
Leave the camera for more than 12 hours to prevent the
sticking position from loosening.
Step 3
Step 2
Step 4
Adjust the camera to a desired angle to make sure it
catches the driver properly. Fix the camera angle with
screws using a hex screwdriver to complete
installation.
Step 5
CAUTION
Figure 3-4 Adjust and Fix the Camera Angle
Figure 3-3 Open the Screws Cover
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