HIK VISION DS-2CE10DF8T-F User manual

2 MP Full Time Color Camera
User Manual
User Manual
Thank you for purchasing our product. If there are any
questions, or requests, do not hesitate to contact the
dealer.
This manual applies to the models below:
Type
Model
Type I Camera
DS-2CE10DF8T-F
DS-2CE10DF8T-PF
DS-2CE10DF3T-F
DS-2CE10DF3T-PF
Type II Camera
DS-2CE12DF8T-F
DS-2CE12DF3T-F
Type III Camera
DS-2CE70DF8T-PF
DS-2CE70DF3T-PF
Type IV Camera
DS-2CE70DF8T-MF
DS-2CE70DF3T-MF
Type V Camera
DS-2CE72DF8T-F
DS-2CE72DF3T-F
This manual may contain several technical mistakes or
printing errors, and the content is subject to change
without notice. The updates will be added to the new
version of this manual. We will readily improve or
update the products or procedures described in the
manual.
0104001091206

Regulatory Information
FCC Information
Please take attention that changes or modification not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
FCC compliance: This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a Class 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/EU, the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, the RoHS
Directive 2011/65/EU.
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.
Warning
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this
product may cause radio interference in which case the
user may be required to take adequate measures.

Safety Instruction
These instructions are intended to ensure that user can
use the product correctly to avoid danger or property
loss.
The precaution measure is divided into “Warnings” and
“Cautions”.
Warnings: Serious injury or death may occur if any of
the warnings are neglected.
Cautions: Injury or equipment damage may occur if any
of the cautions are neglected.
Warnings
In the use of the device, 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 12
VDC according to the IEC60950-1 and IEC62368-1
standard. Refer to technical specifications for detailed
information.
Do not connect multiple devices to one power
adapter to avoid over-heating or a fire hazard caused
by overload.
Make sure that the plug is firmly connected to the
power socket.
Make sure that the device is firmly fixed if wall
mounting or ceiling mounting is adopted.
If smoke, odor or noise rise from the device, turn off
the power at once and unplug the power cord, and
then contact the service center.
Never attempt to disassemble the camera by
unprofessional personal.
Cautions
Do not drop the camera or subject it to physical
shock.
Do not touch senor modules with fingers.
Do not place the camera in extremely hot, cold (the
operating temperature shall be -40°C to 60°C), dusty
or damp locations, and do not expose it to high
electromagnetic radiation.
If cleaning is necessary, use clean cloth with a bit of
ethanol and wipe it gently.
Do not aim the camera at the sun or extra bright
places.
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 expose the device to high electromagnetic
radiation or extremely hot, cold, dusty or damp
environment.
Warnings Follow
these safeguards to
prevent serious injury
or death.
Cautions Follow these
precautions to prevent
potential injury or
material damage.

To avoid heat accumulation, good ventilation is
required for the operating environment.
Keep the camera away from liquid while in use for
non-water-proof device.
While in delivery, the camera shall be packed in its
original packing, or packing of the same texture.
Mark Description
Table 0-1 Mark Description
Mark
Description
DC Voltage
1Introduction
1.1 Product Features
The main features are as follows:
High performance CMOS sensor
OSD menu with configurable parameters
24-hour color image
Smart light
3-axis adjustment
1.2 Overview
1.2.1 Overview of Type I Camera
Power Cord
Video Cable
Switch Button
Bracket
Main Body
Lens
Figure 1-1 Overview of Type I Camera
Note:
Press and hold the switch button for 5 seconds to
switch the video output. Four kinds of video outputs
are available: TVI, AHD, CVI, and CVBS
1.2.2 Overview of Type II Camera
Power Cord
Video Cable
Switch Button
Bracket
Main Body
Lens
Figure 1-2 Overview of Type II Camera
Note:
Press and hold the switch button for 5 seconds to
switch the video output. Four kinds of video outputs
are available: TVI, AHD, CVI, and CVBS.
1.2.3 Overview of Type III Camera
DC12VIN
Video Cable
Switch Button
Power Cord
Base
Gang Box
Enclosure
Main Body

Figure 1-3 Overview of Type III Camera
Note:
Press and hold the switch button for 5 seconds to
switch the video output. Four kinds of video outputs
are available: TVI, AHD, CVI, and CVBS.
1.2.4 Overview of Type IV Camera
Enclosure
Base
Set Screw
Main Body
Video Cable
Switch Button
Power Cord
DC12VIN
Figure 1-4 Overview of Type IV Camera
Note:
Press and hold the switch button for 5 seconds to
switch the video output. Four kinds of video outputs
are available: TVI, AHD, CVI, and CVBS.
1.2.5 Overview of Type V Camera
Enclosure
Base
Gang Box
Main
Body
Power Cord
Switch Button
Video Cable
Figure 1-5 Overview of Type V Camera
Note:
Press and hold the switch button for 5 seconds to
switch the video output. Four kinds of video outputs
are available: TVI, AHD, CVI, and CVBS.
2Installation
Before you start
Make sure that the device in the package is in good
condition and all the assembly parts are included.
Make sure that all the related equipment is power-off
during the installation.
Check the specification of the products for the
installation environment.
Check whether the power supply is matched with
your power output to avoid damage.
Make sure the wall is strong enough to withstand
three times the weight of the camera and the mount.
If the product does not function properly, contact
your dealer or the nearest service center. DO NOT
disassemble the camera for repair or maintenance by
yourself.
2.1 Installation of Type I Camera
2.1.1 Ceiling/Wall Mounting Without Junction Box
Before you start:

Ceiling mounting and wall mounting are similar.
Following steps take ceiling mounting as an example.
Steps:
1. Paste the drill template (supplied) to the place
where you want to install the camera.
2. (Optional) For cement ceiling, drill the screw holes
with a 5.5 mm drill and insert the supplied wall
plugs.
Screw
Hole Screw
Hole
Screw
Hole
template
Cable
Hole
Figure 2-1 Drill Template
3. (Optional) Drill the cable hole, when the cables are
routed through the ceiling.
4. Align the screw holes in the bracket to the ceiling,
and secure the camera with three PA4 × 25 screws
(supplied).
Figure 2-2 Secure the Camera to the Ceiling
5. Connect the power cord and video cable.
6. Power on the camera to check whether the image
on the monitor is gotten from the optimum angle. If
not, turn the trim ring counterclockwise to loosen it
and adjust the positions according to the figure
below.
Rotation Position
[0°to 360°] Tilt Position
[0°to 90°]
Pan Position
[0°to 360°]
Trim Ring
Figure 2-3 3-Axis Adjustment
7. Turn the trim ring clockwise to lock the positions.
2.1.2 Ceiling/Wall Mounting with Junction Box
Before you start:
You need to purchase a junction box in advance.
Ceiling mounting and wall mounting are similar.
Following steps take wall mounting as an example.
Steps:
1. Paste the drill template for junction box to the place
where you want to install the camera.
2. (Optional) For cement wall, drill the screw holes
with a 5.5 mm drill and insert the supplied wall
plugs.

Figure 2-4 Drill Template for Junction Box
3. (Optional) Drill the cable hole, when the cables are
routed through the wall.
4. Take apart the junction box.
5. Align the screw holes of the camera with those on
the junction box cover. Attach the camera to the
junction box cover with three PM4 × 10 screws.
Figure 2-5 Attach the Camera to the Junction Box Cover
6. Secure the junction box body on the wall with three
PA4 × 25 screws (supplied).
Figure 2-6 Secure the Junction Box on the Wall
7. Route the cables through the bottom cable hole or
side cable hole of the junction box and connect the
cables.
8. Fix the junction box cover on its body with three
PM3 × 16 L6 screws that come with the junction
box.
Figure 2-7 Fix the Junction Box Cover on Its
Body
9. Repeat steps 6 to 7 of 2.1.1 Ceiling/Wall Mounting
Without Junction Box to finish the installation.
2.2 Installation of Type II Camera
2.2.1 Ceiling/Wall Mounting Without Junction Box
Before you start:

Ceiling mounting and wall mounting are similar.
Following steps take ceiling mounting as an example.
Note:
For installation with junction box, refers to 2.1.2
Ceiling/Wall Mounting with Junction Box.
Steps:
1. Paste the drill template (supplied) to the place
where you want to install the camera.
2. (Optional) For cement ceiling, drill the screw holes
with a 5.5 mm drill and insert the supplied wall
plugs.
Screw
Hole Screw
Hole
Screw
Hole
template
Cable
Hole
Figure 2-8 Drill Template
3. (Optional) Drill the cable hole, when the cables are
routed through the ceiling.
4. Align the screw holes in the bracket to the ceiling,
and secure the camera with three PA4 × 25 screws
(supplied).
Figure 2-9 Secure the Camera to the Ceiling
5. Connect the power cord and video cable.
6. Power on the camera to check whether the image
on the monitor is gotten from the optimum angle. If
not, adjust the camera according to the figure
below.
Rotation Position
[0°to 360°] Tilt Position
[0°to 180°]
Pan Position
[0°to 360°]
Trim Ring
Screw
Thumbscrew
Figure 2-10 3-Axis Adjustment
1). Loosen the trim ring to adjust the pan position
[0° to 360°].
2). Loosen the thumbscrew to adjust the tilt
position [0° to 180°].
3). Loosen the screw to adjust the rotation position
[0° to 360°].
7. Tighten the trim ring and screws to finish the
installation.
2.3 Installation of Type III Camera
2.3.1 Ceiling Mounting Without Junction Box
Steps:
1. Paste the drill template (supplied) to the place
where you want to install the camera.

2. (Optional) For cement ceiling, drill the screw holes
with a 5.5 mm drill and insert the supplied wall
plugs.
Figure 2-11 Drill Template
3. Attach the gang box to the ceiling and secure it with
three PA4 × 25 screws (supplied).
Figure 2-12 Attach the Gang Box to the Ceiling
4. Fit the camera onto the gang box.
Figure 2-13 Fit the Camera onto the Gang Box
5. Turn the camera clockwise until it snaps into the
gang box.
Figure 2-14 Snap the Camera into the Gang Box
6. Connect the power cord and video cable.
7. Power on the camera to check whether the image
on the monitor is gotten from the optimum angle. If
not, adjust the camera according to the figure
below.
Rotation Postion
[0°to 360°]
Figure 2-15 3-Axis Adjustment
1). Rotate the enclosure to adjust the pan position
[0° to 360°].

2). Move the main body up and down to adjust the
tilt position [0° to 75°].
3). Rotate the main body to adjust the rotation
position [0° to 360°].
2.3.2 Ceiling Mounting with Junction Box
Before you start:
You need to purchase a junction box in advance.
Steps:
1. Loosen screws to take apart the junction box.
2. Paste the drill template for junction box to the place
where you want to install the camera.
3. (Optional) For cement ceiling, drill the screw holes
with a 5.5 mm drill and insert the supplied wall
plugs.
Figure 2-16 Drill Template for Junction Box
4. (Optional) Drill the cable hole, when the cables are
routed through the ceiling.
5. Secure the junction box body on the ceiling with
three PA4 × 25 screws that come with the junction
box.
Figure 2-17 Secure the Junction Box Body
6. Route the cables through the bottom cable hole or
the side cable hole of the junction box.
7. Combine the junction box cover with its body and
secure it with screws.
Figure 2-18 Combine the Junction Box Cover and Body
8. Fix the gang box onto the junction box cover with
PA4 × 10 screws that come with the junction box.
9. Connect the power cord and video cable and put
the cables back into the junction box.
10. Press the camera base to the gang box. Turn the
camera clockwise until it snaps into the gang box.
11. Refer to step 6 of 2.4.1 Ceiling Mounting Without
Junction Box to adjust the angle and finish the
installation.

Figure 2-19 Finish the Installation
2.3.3 Wall Mounting
Before you start:
You need to purchase a wall mount in advance.
Steps:
1. Drill Φ 10 mm screw holes in the wall where you
want to install the wall mount.
2. Use M6 × 75 metal expansion bolts to fix the wall
mount onto the wall.
Figure 2-20 Fix the Wall Mount
3. Use PM4 × 10 screws to fix the gang box onto the
wall mount.
Figure 2-21 Fix the Gang Box
4. Repeat the step 4 to 6 of 2.4.1 Ceiling Mounting
Without Junction Box to finish the installation.
Figure 2-22 Finish the Installation
2.4 Installation of Type IV Camera
2.4.1 Ceiling Mounting Without Junction Box
Steps:
1. Loosen the set screw.
2. Rotate the camera to align the triangle mark with
the screw hole, and dissemble the camera.
Triangle
Mark
Figure 2-23 Dissemble the Camera

3. Paste the drill template (supplied) to the place
where you want to install the camera.
4. (Optional) For cement ceiling, drill the screw holes
with a 5.5 mm drill and insert the supplied wall
plugs.
Figure 2-24 Drill Template
5. Use three PA4 × 25 screws (supplied) to secure the
base to the ceiling.
Figure 2-25 Secure the Base to the Ceiling
6. Align the screw hole with the triangle mark to install
the camera back to the base and secure it.
Triangle
Mark
Figure 2-26 Install the Camera Back
7. Connect the power cord and video cable.
8. Power on the camera to check whether the image
on the monitor is gotten from the optimum angle. If
not, adjust the camera according to the figure
below.
Rotation Position
[0°to 360°]
Tilt Position
[0°to 75°]
Pan Position
[0°to 360°]
Figure 2-27 3-Axis Adjustment
1). Rotate the enclosure to adjust the pan position
[0° to 360°].

2). Move the main body up and down to adjust the
tilt position [0° to 75°].
3). Rotate the main body to adjust the rotation
position [0° to 360°].
9. Tighten the set screw to finish the installation.
Note:
If you need to adjust the angle after installation,
loosen the set screw first and then repeat step 8 to
9.
Set Screw
Figure 2-28 Loosen the Set Screw
2.4.2 Ceiling Mounting with Junction Box
Before you start:
You need to purchase a junction box in advance.
Steps:
1. Loosen screws to take apart the junction box.
2. Paste the drill template for junction box to the place
where you want to install the camera.
3. (Optional) For cement ceiling, drill the screw holes
with a 5.5 mm drill and insert the supplied wall
plugs.
Figure 2-29 Drill Template for Junction Box
4. (Optional) Drill the cable hole, when the cables are
routed through the ceiling.
5. Secure the junction box body on the ceiling with
three PA4 × 25 screws that come with the junction
box.
Figure 2-30 Secure the Junction Box Body
6. Route the cables through the bottom cable hole or
the side cable hole of the junction box.
7. Combine the junction box cover with its body and
secure it with three PM3 × 13 screws.

Figure 2-31 Combine the Junction Box Cover and Body
8. Fix the base onto the junction box cover with three
M4 × 10 screws.
Figure 2-32 Fix the Base
9. Connect the power cord and video cable and put
the cables back into the junction box.
10. Repeat the step 6, 8, and 9 of 2.4.1 Ceiling Mounting
Without Junction Box to finish the installation.
Figure 2-33 Finish the Installation
2.4.3 Wall Mounting
Before you start:
You need to purchase a wall mount in advance.
Steps:
1. Drill Φ 10 mm screw holes in the wall where you
want to install the wall mount.
2. Use four M6 expansion bolts to fix the wall mount
onto the wall.
Figure 2-34 Fix the Wall Mount
3. Loosen the set screw.
4. Rotate the camera to align the triangle mark with
the screw hole, and disassemble the camera.

Triangle
Mark
Figure 2-35 Dissemble the Camera
5. Use M4 × 10 screws to fix the base onto the wall
mount.
Figure 2-36 Fix the Wall Mount
6. Repeat steps 6 to 9 of 2.4.1 Ceiling Mounting
Without Junction Box to finish the installation.
Figure 2-37 Finish the Installation
2.5 Installation of Type V Camera
2.5.1 Ceiling Mounting without Junction Box
Steps:
1. Paste the drill template (supplied) to the place
where you want to install the camera.
2. (Optional) For cement ceiling, drill the screw holes
with a 5.5 mm drill and insert the supplied wall
plugs.
Figure 2-38 Drill Template
3. Attach the gang box to the ceiling and secure it with
three PA4 × 25 screws (supplied).
Figure 2-39 Attach the Gang Box to the Ceiling
4. Fit the camera onto the gang box.

Figure 2-40 Fit the Camera
5. Turn the camera clockwise until it snaps into the
gang box.
Figure 2-41 Snap the Camera into the Gang Box
6. Connect the power cord and video cable.
7. Power on the camera to check whether the image
on the monitor is gotten from the optimum angle. If
not, adjust the camera according to the figure
below.
Rotation Position
[0°to 360°]
Pan Position
[0°to 360°]
Tilt Position
[0°to 75°]
Figure 2-42 3-Axis Adjustment
1). Rotate the enclosure to adjust the pan position
[0° to 360°].
2). Move the main body up and down to adjust the
tilt position [0° to 75°].
3). Rotate the main body to adjust the rotation
position [0° to 360°].
2.5.2 Ceiling Mounting with Junction Box/Inclined
Ceiling Mount
Before you start:
You need to purchase a junction box or inclined
ceiling mount in advance.
Ceiling mounting with junction box and inclined
ceiling mount are similar. Following steps take
junction box as an example.
Steps:
1. Paste the drill template for junction box to the place
where you want to install the camera.
2. (Optional) For cement ceiling, drill the screw holes
with a 5.5 mm drill and insert the supplied wall
plugs.
Figure 2-43 Drill Template

3. (Optional) Drill the cable hole, when the cables are
routed through the wall.
4. Take apart the junction box.
5. Install the gang box to the junction box cover with
three PM4 screws.
Figure 2-44 Install Gang Box to Junction Box Cover
6. Fit the camera onto the gang box.
Figure 2-45 Fit the Camera
7. Turn the camera clockwise until it snaps into the
gang box.
Figure 2-46 Snap the Camera into the Gang Box
8. Secure the junction box body on the ceiling with
four PA4 × 25 screws.
Figure 2-47 Secure the Junction Box Body
9. Route the cables through the bottom cable hole or
the side cable hole of the junction box and connect
the cables.
10. Combine the junction box cover with its body.

Figure 2-48 Combine Junction Box Cover with Body
11. Refer to step 7 of 2.4.1 Ceiling Mounting Without
Junction Box to adjust the angle.
2.5.3 Wall Mounting
Before you start:
You need to purchase a wall mount in advance.
Steps:
1. Drill Φ 10 mm screw holes in the wall where you
want to install the wall mount.
2. Use four M6 expansion bolts to fix the wall mount
onto the wall.
Figure 2-49 Fix the Wall Mount
3. Use three PM4 × 10 screws to fix the gang box onto
the wall mount.
Figure 2-50 Fix the Gang Box
4. Repeat the step 4 to 7 of 2.4.1 Ceiling Mounting
Without Junction Box to finish the installation.
Figure 2-51 Finish the Installation
3Menu Description
Please follow the steps below to call the menu.
Note:
The actual display may vary with your camera model.
Steps:
1. Connect the camera with the TVI DVR and the
monitor, as shown in figure 3-1.

Camera
TVI DVR
Monitor
Figure 3-1 Connection
2. Power on the camera, TVI DVR, and monitor to view
the image on the monitor.
3. Click PTZ Control to enter the PTZ Control interface.
4. Call the camera menu by clicking button or
calling preset No. 95.
EXPOSURE
EXPOSURE MODE
MAIN MENU
VIDEO
SETTINGS
FUNCTIONS
EXIT
SAVE & EXIT
AGC
BACK
EXIT
CONTRAST
SHARPNESS
SATURATION
3 DNR
MIRROR
BACK
BACK
EXIT
VIDEO
FORMAT
FACTORY
DEFAULT
SAVE & EXIT
WHITE BALANCE
BRIGHTNESS
EXIT
SAVE & EXIT
SAVE & EXIT
SLOW SHUTTER
IMAGE MODE
MOTION DET
PRIVACY
ANTI- BANDING
SMART
LIGHT
LIGHT
BACK
EXIT
SAVE & EXIT
THRESHOLD
LEVEL
MODE
ALARM MODE
Figure 3-2 Main Menu Overview

5. Click the direction buttons to control the camera.
1). Click up/down direction buttons to select menu
options.
2). Click Iris + to confirm the selection.
3). Click left/right direction buttons to adjust the
value of the selected option.
3.2 VIDEO FORMAT
You can set the video format to 2MP@25fps,
2MP@30fps, PAL, or NTSC.
3.3 EXPOSURE
EXPOSURE MODE
You can set the EXPOSURE MODE to GLOBAL, BLC, HLC,
WDR, or HLS.
GLOBAL
GLOBAL refers to the normal exposure mode which
adjusts lighting distribution, variations, and
non-standard processing.
BLC (Backlight Compensation)
BLC (Backlight Compensation) compensates light to the
object in the front to make it clear, but this may cause
over-exposure of the background where the light is
strong.
HLC (Highlight Compensation)
HLC stands for highlight compensation. The camera
detects strong spots (over-exposure portion of image)
and reduces the brightness of strong spots to improve
the overall images.
WDR (Wide Dynamic Range)
The wide dynamic range (WDR) function helps the
camera provide clear images even under back light
circumstances. When there are both very bright and
very dark areas simultaneously in the field of view, WDR
balances the brightness level of the whole image and
provides clear detailed images.
HLS (Highlight Suppression)
It is the same visual effect as the solar eclipse. If the
brightness of a part in the image exceeds the threshold,
this part will become black. Then whole image can be
clear.
AGC (Auto Gain Control)
It optimizes the clarity of the image in poor light
conditions. The AGC level can be set to HIGH, MEDIUM,
or LOW.
Note:
The noise will be amplified when setting the AGC level.
SLOW SHUTTER
SLOW SHUTTER increases the exposure time on a single
frame, which makes a camera more sensitive to the
light so it can produce images even in low lux
conditions.
ANTI-BANDING
ANTI-BANDING is a camera setting that prevents the
appearance of horizontal lines (banding) when
photographing images in low frequency light and high
brightness environments.
3.4 VIDEO SETTINGS
Move the cursor to VIDEO SETTINGS and click Iris+ to
enter the submenu. IMAGE MODE, WHITE BALANCE,
BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, SHARPNESS, SATURATION,
3DNR, and MIRROR are adjustable.