HIK VISION iDS-TCM403-A User manual

Network Traffic Camera
Quick Start Guide

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Ltd. or its affiliates (hereinafter referred to as "Hikvision"), and it cannot
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Manual, any information contained herein.
About this Manual
The Manual includes instructions for using and managing the Product.
Pictures, charts, images and all other information hereinafter are for
description and explanation only. The information contained in the
Manual is subject to change, without notice, due to firmware updates or
other reasons. Please find the latest version of this Manual at the Hikvision
website (https://www.hikvision.com/).
Please use this Manual with the guidance and assistance of professionals
trained in supporting the Product.
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MANUAL AND THE PRODUCT DESCRIBED, WITH ITS HARDWARE,
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YOU AGREE TO USE THIS PRODUCT IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE
LAWS, AND YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ENSURING THAT YOUR
USE CONFORMS TO THE APPLICABLE LAW. ESPECIALLY, YOU ARE
RESPONSIBLE, FOR USING THIS PRODUCT IN A MANNER THAT DOES NOT
INFRINGE ON THE RIGHTS OF THIRD PARTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, RIGHTS OF PUBLICITY, INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS, OR
DATA PROTECTION AND OTHER PRIVACY RIGHTS. YOU SHALL NOT USE
THIS PRODUCT FOR ANY PROHIBITED END-USES, INCLUDING THE
DEVELOPMENT OR PRODUCTION OF WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION,
THE DEVELOPMENT OR PRODUCTION OF CHEMICAL OR BIOLOGICAL
WEAPONS, ANY ACTIVITIES IN THE CONTEXT RELATED TO ANY NUCLEAR
EXPLOSIVE OR UNSAFE NUCLEAR FUEL-CYCLE, OR IN SUPPORT OF HUMAN
RIGHTS ABUSES.
IN THE EVENT OF ANY CONFLICTS BETWEEN THIS MANUAL AND THE
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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

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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 EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, the LVD Directive 2014/35/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.

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Safety Instructions
Use of the product must be in strict compliance with the local laws and
regulations. Please shut down the device in prohibited area.
Use of the product must be in strict compliance with the local electrical
safety regulations.
Use the power adapter provided by qualified manufacturer. Refer to the
product specification for detailed power requirements.
It is recommended to provide independent power adapter for each
device as adapter overload may cause over-heating or a fire hazard.
Make sure that the power has been disconnected before you wire, install,
or disassemble the device.
DO NOT directly touch exposed contacts and components once the
device is powered up to avoid electric shock.
DO NOT use damaged power supply devices (e.g., cable, power adapter,
etc.) to avoid electric shock, fire hazard, and explosion.
DO NOT directly cut the power supply to shut down the device. Please
shut down the device normally and then unplug the power cord to avoid
data loss.
DO NOT block the power supply equipment to plug and unplug
conveniently.
Make sure the power supply has been disconnected if the power adapter
is idle.
Make sure the device is connected to the ground firmly.
To avoid heat accumulation, good ventilation is required for a proper
operating environment.
Store the device in dry, well-ventilated, corrosive-gas-free, no direct
sunlight, and no heating source environment.
Avoid fire, water, and explosive environment when using the device.
Avoid lightning strike for device installation. Install a lightning arrester if
necessary.
Keep the device away from magnetic interference.
Avoid device installation on vibratory surfaces or places. Failure to
comply with this may cause device damage.

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DO NOT touch the heat dissipation component to avoid burns.
DO NOT expose the device to extremely hot, cold, or humidity
environments. For temperature and humidity requirements, see device
specification.
If smoke, odor, or noise arises from the device, immediately turn off the
power, unplug the power cable, and contact the service center.
If the device is abnormal, contact the store you purchased it or the
nearest service center. DO NOT disassemble or modify the device in any
way (For the problems caused by unauthorized modification or
maintenance, the company shall not take any responsibility).
Keep all packaging after unpacking them for future use. In case of any
failure occurred, you need to return the device to the factory with the
original wrapper. Transportation without the original wrapper may result
in damage to the device and the company shall not take any
responsibility.
Please enforce the protection for the personal information and the data
security as the device may be confronted with the network security
problems when it is connected to the Internet. Contact us if network
security risks occur.
Please understand that you have the responsibility to configure all the
passwords and other security settings about the device, and keep your
user name and password.
DO NOT touch the lens with fingers directly in case the acidic sweat of
the fingers erodes the surface coating of the lens.
DO NOT aim the lens at the strong light such as sun or incandescent lamp.
The strong light can cause fatal damage to the device.
DO NOT disconnect the power during formatting, uploading, and
downloading. Or files may be damaged.
Panel and Cable Overview
Interface
Description
Interface
Description

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Interface appearances and positions may vary with different models.
Please refer to the actual devices.
Supported interface types and numbers may vary with different models.
Please refer to actual devices.
Auto-Iris Lens
Socket
10M/100M/
1000M
Self-Adaptive
Ethernet
Interface
Reset
TF Card Slot
USB 2.0
Interface
RS-232 Interface
Alarm In
Alarm Out (F1
and F2 support
strobe light
connection.)
Relay Out
RS-485
Interface &
Audio Out
Interface
Audio Interface
Wiegand
Interface
RS-485 Interface
SYNC Interface
GND
Power Indicator
Video Out
Power Input
Sealing Ring
GND
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The USB interface is not allowed to charge other devices or connect to
other loads.
n in Alarm Out/In interface = 1, 2, 3…
Installation
Interface appearances and installation methods may vary with different
models. This chapter uses one type of device appearance as an example to
show the device installation. Please refer to actual devices for more details.

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Activation and Login