Honeywell HCU484 User manual

HCU484/X
Ultra Wide Dynamic
Day/Night Body Camera
User Guide
Document 900.0418 – 10/06 – Rev 1.01
HCU484 HCU484X
NTSC PAL

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Revisions
Issue Date Revisions
1.00 08/06 New document
1.01 10/06 Reordered WDR Presets, page 8.

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Warnings
Installation and servicing should be performed only by
qualified technicians to conform to all local codes and to
maintain your warranty.
WARNING! The use of a CSA Certified/UL
Listed Class 2 power supply is
required to ensure compliance
with electrical safety standards.
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). Correct
disposal of this product (applicable in the European Union and
other European countries with separate collection systems).
This product should be disposed of, at the end of its useful life,
as per applicable local laws, regulations, and procedures.
Explanation of Graphical
Symbols
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
CONSTITUTING A RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT
WITHIN THE UNIT.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT
IMPORTANT OPERATING AND
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANY THIS UNIT.
CAUTION

Regulatory Notice
INTENDED PURPOSE:
SECURITY AND SURVEILLANCE CCTV APPLICATIONS.
The product must be installed and maintained in accordance
with good installation practice to enable the product to function
as intended and to prevent problems. Refer to Honeywell
Video Systems for installation guidance.
Manufacturer’s Declaration of
Conformance
FCC Statement (U.S.A.)
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, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Industry Canada Notice
This digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique toutes les exigences du Règlement sur
la matériel brouilleur du Canada.
CE
The CE mark on the product indicates that the system has
been tested to, and conforms with, the provisions noted within
the 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installing the Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Adjusting the Flange Back Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Setting the Signal Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Connecting Monitor and Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Remote Control Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Single Camera Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Multiple Camera Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Mounting the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Making Final Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
On-Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
OSD menu controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Navigating Through the Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
OSD Menu Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Configuring the WDR Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Optimizing the Camera Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Setting the Camera Image Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Setting the Day/Night Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Restoring Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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Introduction
Honeywell’s HCU484 Ultra Wide Dynamic Day/Night Series
camera uses Digital Pixel System®1Image Capture
technology to convert images into a digital format within each
individual pixel immediately after the image has been
captured. This camera is ideal for complex light environments;
for example, lobbies, entrances, and outdoor areas.
An intuitive menu and Graphical User Interface (GUI) helps you
quickly set up the camera to ensure the best picture quality for
your unique environment. The HCU484 requires little or no
adjustment after initial installation.
Features
• 1/3” Wide Dynamic Digital Imager
• 32-bit digital processing
• Independent per-pixel exposure
• Dynamic range: 102 dB typical, 120 dB maximum
• 50/60 FPS progressive video capture
• 0.4 lux @ F1.2
• 480 TV lines of resolution
• 12 VDC or 24 VAC with line lock
• Supports DC (Direct Drive) and Manual Iris lenses
Package Contents
Check that the items received match those listed on the order
form and packing slip. The HCU484 camera packing box
should include, in addition to this User Guide, one HCU484
(NTSC) or HCU484X (PAL) camera.
If any parts are missing or damaged, contact the dealer you
purchased the camera from or call Honeywell Customer
Service.
1.Digital Pixel System® is a registered trademark of Pixim Inc.

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Installation
Installing the Lens
Note You must use an Auto Iris lens to take full
advantage of this camera’s wide dynamic
performance.
Note The camera auto senses whether an Auto Iris
lens or a Manual Iris lens is attached.
The HCU484 Series camera is factory configured for a CS-
mount lens.
Follow Figure 1 to attach a customer supplied lens, screw the
lens !into the front of the camera body ".
Figure 1 CS Mount
Figure 2 Pin Definitions
Adjusting the Flange Back Focus
The back focus adjustment is accessible at the front end of the
camera housing to adjust the back focal length or picture
focus.
1. Loosen the setscrews with a Phillips screwdriver.
2. Adjust the focus ring to focus the picture.
3. Retighten the setscrew.
"
!
Setscrew
Pin DC Lens
1CTRL-
2CTRL+
3DRV+
4DRV-
1
2
3
4

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Setting the Signal Format
Figure 3 Camera Rear View
Set the signal format switch (see Figure 3) to:
NTSC for North America
PAL for International
Connecting Monitor and Power
Note Check the power source from the external
power supply before applying power to the
camera.
1. Connect the VIDEO connector on the rear of the camera
to the video-in connector on your monitor.
2. Connect the camera to a 12 VDC or 24 VAC power supply
(appropriate to your installation). Use a screwdriver to first
loosen the ~AC24V/DC12V terminal screws on the
terminal block.
Figure 4 Video Connections
Note To ease installation, the terminal block can be
removed. The power connections of the
removable terminal block are not polarity-
sensitive. Connect either power lead to either
connector terminal.
3. Secure the power leads by retightening the terminal
screws until snug.
Set signal format
LENS
ENTER
VIDEO
NTSC PAL
+-
12VDC
24VAC
RX
+
RX -
Power LED

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4. Plug the power supply into an appropriate power source.
The power LED illuminates to show that the camera is
receiving power. If it does not illuminate, check the
removable terminal block connections and the power
source.
Remote Control Connections
The HCU484 Series camera can be controlled remotely using
an RS485 connection. Figure 5 shows a remote control
connection using a Honeywell HJZTP keyboard controller.
Figure 5 Camera Connection Via RS485
HJZTP Keyboard Control (Optional)
To program the HCU484 menu using the HJZTP keyboard
controller, first select the Camera ID on the HJZTP, then:
• Press 90 + Preset to access the menu.
• Rotate the Joystick Up, Down, Left, and Right to navigate
through the menu and submenus.
• Press Iris Open to enter a screen or select a menu option
(similar to ENTER on the camera OSD).
LENS
ENTER
VIDEO
NTSC PAL
+-
12VDC
24VAC
RX
+
RX -
+-
RX
+
RX -
1234
Cable Legend
White/orange TRx+
Orange TRx-
Connector Legend
1RX+
2RX-
3Power1
4 Power 2
Joystick
Numerical
keypad
Preset Iris Open
9
0

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Single Camera Connection
Note Do not remove the 120 Ohm termination
resistor provided with the camera.
Multiple Camera Connections
For installations of more than one HCU484 camera in a
daisychain configuration, keep the 120 Ohm termination
resistor (provided with the camera) only in the last camera in
the series (see Figure 6). For all other cameras in the
daisychain, remove the 120 Ohm termination resistor.
Note Up to 254 cameras can be daisychained.
Figure 6 Multiple Camera System
Mounting the Camera
Mounting points are provided on the top and bottom of the
camera and are used to mount the camera on a bracket or
tripod. They are designed to accept standard sized mounting
bolts. The mounting bracket must be capable of supporting
the weight of the camera and its lens.
Caution Some installation codes dictate that the
mounting bracket must be capable of
supporting up to four times the combined
weight of the camera and lens.
Making Final Adjustments
Adjust the focus in your field of view; that is, until you see a
clear image. If necessary, adjust the brightness using the OSD
menu controls (see >BRIGHTNESS on page 12). Confirm the
exposure on the monitor screen.
Last camera in
daisychain must have
the 120 Ohm terminatio
n
resistor installed.
1 - 254 cameras
Remove the 120 Ohm termination resistor
from all cameras except the last one.
HJZTP
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Programming
On-Screen Display
Use the OSD (On-Screen Display) to program the camera.
OSD menu controls
Figure 7 Menu Controls
Navigating Through the Menus
Press (the middle button) for two seconds to enter the
menus.
Note Menu items followed by … (for example, WHITE
BALANCE …) indicate submenus. Select the
menu, then press to enter the submenu.
To leave the screen and return to the previous menu, select
PREVIOUS PAGE, and then press .
To save your changes, select SAVE & EXIT, and then press
. Your settings remain in effect when power is turned off,
then on again.
LENS
ENTER
VIDEO
NTSC PAL
+-
12VDC
24VAC
RX
+
RX-
➀
➀• Press and hold ENTER 2
seconds to access MAIN
MENU
• Press to enter a screen or
select a menu option
!, "
Move horizontally to and
between menus and options
#, $
Move vertically to and between
menus and options
“…” indicates submenus
➀
➀
➀
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When no buttons are pressed, the menu display turns off
automatically after 5 minutes.
OSD Menu Structure
The HCU484 menu system consists of four setup menus for
easy camera programming.
Figure 8 Menu Structure
Select a menu,
then press the
middle button to
enter the submenu
Change the
status using
the !, "
arrows
>
MENU
CAMERA SETUP ..
VIEWING ..
WDR PRESETS ..
DAY/NIGHT SETUP ..
VERSION INFO ..
RESTORE DEFAULTS <NO>
EXIT EXIT W/O SAVE.
DIG SLOW SHUTTER ..
SYNC MODE
AGC ..
WHITE BALANCE
RS485 SETUP ..
AI THOLD
FLIP
ID DISPLAY ..
SHARPNESS
BRIGHTNESS
RESOLUTION
COLOR ADJ.
PRESETS
FLUORESCENT
D/N CONTROL ..
NIGHT MODE
NO
YES
SAVE &
EXIT
EXIT W/O
SAVE
MENU
CAMERA VIEWING WDR
PRESETS
RESTORE
SETUP DEFAULTS
Menu:
FW Rev:
VERSION EXIT
DAY/NIGHT
SETUP INFO

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Configuring the WDR Presets
Select the appropriate camera mode for the lighting
conditions.
<CUSTOM> Opens the CUSTOM screen where you
can adjust the limits of the wide dynamic
range by moving the cursor.
Note Observe the results on the video
monitor for the best results.
>WDR LIMIT Adjust the dynamic range to change the
camera’s light optimization. Reduce the
level to lower the dynamic range. Adjust
the slider from 0to 36 (default is 20).
<AES> The AES (Automatic Electronic Shutter)
feature compensates for excessive light
levels by automatically adjusting the
shutter speed of the camera. Select from:
HIGHLIGHTS for optimum exposure of
bright areas of the scene.
SHADOWS for optimum exposure of dark
areas of the scene.
WDR PRESETS
INDOOR
LOADING DOCK
GAMING
LICENSE PLATE
OUTDOOR
CUSTOM
ATM
LOBBY
>
MENU
>
WDR PRESETS
>
MENU
CAMERA SETUP ..
VIEWING ..
WDR PRESETS .. INDOOR>
DAY/NIGHT SETUP ..
VERSION ..
RESTORE DEFAULTS
EXIT SAVE & EXIT
WDR PRESETS
PRESETS .. <CUSTOM.>
FLUORESCENT OFF
PREVIOUS PAGE
WDR Preset Area of Interest WDR Exposure
INDOOR Full scene Wide Highlights
LOADING DOCK Center scene Wide Highlights
GAMING Full scene spot glare Medium Highlights
LICENSE PLATE Full scene spot glare Medium Shadows
OUTDOOR Full scene Ultrawide Highlights
ATM Center scene Ultrawide Shadows
LOBBY Center scene Wide Shadows
The table below explains the Preset options on the WDR
PRESETS menu. Double-click a Preset to display a read-only
screen showing the factory settings. INDOOR is the default.
CUSTOM
WDR LIMIT 36 0 36
AES SHADOWS
PREVIOUS PAGE .
>
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Optimizing the Camera Setup
Note This menu is for advanced users only.
The table below explains the options on the CAMERA SETUP
menu. Each selection on this menu takes you to a separate
screen, as described below.
DIG SLOW
SHUTTER (Digital
Slow Shutter)
Select a shutter speed, from x2 to
x32. Notice that the AGC value
changes accordingly.
> CUSTOM. Opens the SLOW SHUTTER SETUP
menu where you select the optimum
exposure adjustment. Shutter mode
options are:
SHUT PRI (Priority) to select the
sensitivity LIMIT from 0to 60 (26 is the
default), or the sensitivity
THRESHOLD from 22 to 34 (22 is the
default).
GAIN PRI (Priority) to adjust the noise
LIMIT in the image, from 0to 60 (26 is
the default), or adjust the gain
THRESHOLD from 28 to 42 (28 is the
default).
MANUAL to manually set the
sensitivity LIMIT the sensitivity from 0
to 60 (26 is the default).
>SYNC Synchronize the vertical interval sync
pulse of your camera with other
equipment to reduce the effect of
picture roll on the monitor. Select
either:
<INTERNAL> (default) for cameras
using DC power or when line lock is
not required, or
<LINE LOCK> to open the Line Lock
screen where you can adjust the
Vertical Phase (V PHASE) from 0 to
624 (519 is the default).
%
>
CAMERA SETUP
DIG SLOW SHUTTER X2 ..
SYNC MODE .. LL ..
AGC 26 dB
WHITE BALANCE ..
RS 485 SETUP ..
AI THOLD -18 -42 60
SLOW SHUTTER SETUP
SHUT MODE SHUT PRI ..
PREVIOUS PAGE .
AUTO SHUTTER--SHUT PRI
LIMIT
026 60
THRESHOLD
22 22 34
PREVIOUS PAGE .
MANUAL SHUTTER
LIMIT 26 0 60
PREVIOUS PAGE .
>
>
>
%
%
%
LINE LOCK
V PHASE
0519624
PREVIOUS PAGE .
>
%

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>AGC The AGC (Automatic Gain Control)
setting affects the day/night
threshold. A higher AGC value results
in the camera switching from day to
night mode at lower levels. While
observing a video monitor, adjust the
noise in the image, from 0 dB to
36 dB.
Opens the WHITE BALANCE menu
where you set how the camera tracks
to accept different lighting conditions
within the color range of 2000K to
11000K.
<ATW Normal>
<ATW Desat>
The ATW Normal (default) and ATW
Desat options open the WHITE
BALANCE LIMITS screen where you
set the Low and High white balance
limits (2100K to 8800K) while
observing the video monitor.
ATW Desat is useful for low light
conditions.
<AWB> Opens the PUSH AWB CONFIRM
screen where you save your AWB
settings to have them take effect, or
select CANCEL.
Auto white balance ensures that color
integrity is maintained.
Caution Selecting Save will
overwrite all previous settings.
<MANUAL …> Opens the MANUAL WHITE
BALANCE menu where you adjust
the color settings while observing the
scene in the video monitor. Options
are:
<KELVIN> Move the cursor to set
the TINT, from 2K to 11K (default is
2900).
<R/B> Adjust the RED and BLUE
settings, from -20 to 20. The default
red is -18 and the default blue is 13.
Use this feature when:
• Non-standard lighting exists or
color lighting temperature
exceeds the range of the camera.
• A significant part of the scene
contains a single color or a
completely red or blue
background.
WHITE BALANCE LIMITS
LOW LIMIT
2K 2100 5.5K
HIGH LIMIT
5.5K 8800 11K
PREVIOUS PAGE .
>
%
%
>
MANUAL WHITE BALANCE
ADJ MODE <R/B ..>
PREVIOUS PAGE .
>
R/B ADJUST
RED -18 -20 20
BLUE 13 -20 20
PREVIOUS PAGE .
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<ATW Xtnd> Automatic Tracking White Balance
(Extended Range). Continuously
monitors the color temperature while
an internal micro controller sets the
white balance. Select this mode when
the scene illumination varies between
indoor scenes and outdoor scene
lighting. Operating color temperature
range is 2000K to 11000K.
>ADVANCED
WHITE BAL ..
Opens the ADVANCED WHITE
BALANCE menu where you can
adjust the magenta or the white
balance bias. Options are:
<MGNTA CTRL>. Select
<OFF>
<ON>
<CUSTOM> to open the MAGENTA
CONTROL screen and, while
observing the video monitor, adjust
the level, from 0to 100 (5 is the
default).
<WB BIAS> to adjust the level from
-2K to 2K (0 is the default).
>RS485 SETUP .. Opens the RS485 SETUP screen
where you can select from the
supported protocols and enter an
RS485 Camera ID #. Options are:
<PROTOCOL>
<Diamond> (default)
<Pelco D>
<CAMERA #:> Selectable from 1to
255 (1 is the default).
>AI THOLD Adjust the Automatic Iris (AI)
threshold, from -42 to 60
(default is -18).
Note When using a manual iris
lens, set the AI threshold
to -42 (recommended).
Note The AI threshold is factory set
to -18 for all WDR presets.
ADVANCED WHITE BALANCE
MGNTA CTRL OFF
WB BIAS
-2K 0 2K
PREVIOUS PAGE .
>
%
>
RS485 SETUP
PROTOCOL <Diamond>
CAMERA #:
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Setting the Camera Image Properties
The table below explains the options on the VIEWING menu.
>FLIP Select either:
<ON> to reverse the image
horizontally on the video monitor, or
<OFF> (default)
> ID DISPLAY. Select ON to open the CAMERA ID
SETUP screen where you can add a
CAMERA ID (title) of up to 8
characters.
Move the cursor (>) to CAMERA ID,
then press . The first character
appears. Press !, or "to change the
character, then press to move to
the next character.
When you are satisfied, press #, or$
and move the cursor to another item.
>ID POSITION Select where you want the Camera ID
to appear on the monitor screen
Select from the list:
<UP-LEFT>, <UP-CENTER>, <UP-
RIGHT>,<DOWN-LEFT>, <DOWN-
RIGHT>
>SHARPNESS Select the level of sharpness of the
image. Choices are:
<NORMAL> (default)
<SHARP>
<SOFT>
>BRIGHTNESS While observing the video monitor,
move the cursor to adjust the overall
brightness level, from 80 to 130 (110
is the default).
RESOLUTION Select the camera resolution. Choices
are:
<NORMAL> (default)
<HIGH>
VIEWING
FLIP OFF
ID DISPLAY <OFF>
SHARPNESS NORMAL
BRIGHTNESS 110 80 130
RESOLUTION NORMAL
COLOR ADJ. 0 -8 8
PREVIOUS PAGE .
>
%
%
>
CAMERA ID SETUP
CAMERA ID
ID POSITION UP-LEFT
PREVIOUS PAGE .
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Setting the Day/Night Control
The table below explains the options on the DAY/NIGHT
SETUP menu.
Restoring Settings
On the main MENU, select RESTORE DEFAULTS, then YES
followed by ENTER (middle button). This reloads the factory
default camera settings.
Caution This action replaces all custom settings.
>COLOR ADJ While observing the video monitor,
move the cursor to adjust the color
saturation, from -8 to 8(0 is the
default).
>D/N CONTROL Select either:
<AUTO> (default), or
<OFF> camera stays in color mode.
Note This setting is dependent on
the AGC setting. (See “>AGC”
on page 10.)
>NIGHT MODE The NIGHT MODE screen determines
whether monochrome (B/W) or color
is present in the video. Options are:
<B/W> suppresses all color,
including color burst, present in the
video.
<B/W + CLR> (default) = B/W with
color burst
<COLOR> the camera never
switches to B/W in night mode.
>
DAY/NIGHT SETUP
D/N CONTROL OFF
NIGHT MODE COLOR
PREVIOUS PAGE .
>
MENU
CAMERA SETUP …
VIEWING …
WDR PRESETS <Custom>
DAY/NIGHT SETUP …
VERSION …
RESTORE DEFAULTS <YES>
EXIT

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Solutions
Frequently Asked Questions
The image appears to have a white cast and looks soft.
How can I reduce this effect?
Select the Wide Dynamic Preset that gives you the best picture
for your scene. If you still have the problem, go to the
CUSTOM menu and reduce the dynamic range slider to a
lower value. Using the VIEWING menu, set the Resolution to
High and Sharpness to Normal or to Sharp.
The image on a standard high resolution color camera
appears to have brighter colors. How do I make the
HCU484 have a similar look to a traditional CCTV camera?
Select the Wide Dynamic Preset that gives you the best picture
for your scene. If you still have the problem, go to the
VIEWING menu and increase the color saturation to a higher
value.
If this
happens …
It could be
caused by …
Try this …
No picture on
monitor
Lens cap still
in place
Remove lens cap.
No power to
camera
Check that the power LED on
the camera is lit. If not lit,
check the camera power
supply.
Monitor not
functioning
Connect a test monitor to the
VIDEO Out connection and
check for a local video signal.
A faulty
coaxial cable
Check cable.
Poor picture
quality
Dirty camera
lens
Clean camera lens.
Monitor not
configured
properly
Check the monitor settings.
Ensure termination at
monitor is correct.
Check cable connections.
Camera not
focused
Set the lens focus. Refer to
the instructions that came
with your lens.
For service
and support
Refer servicing to qualified personnel or
contact Honeywell Technical Support at
+1.800.796.CCTV for assistance.