Honeywell HD273H User manual

800-18606 – A – 06/2014
Performance Series
HD273H(X)
True Day/Night Outdoor Fixed Minidome with IR LEDs
User Guide

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Thank you for purchasing our product. If there are any
questions, or requests, please do not hesitate to contact the
dealer.
The information in this publication is believed to be accurate in
all respects. However, Honeywell cannot assume responsibility
for any consequences resulting from the use thereof. The
information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
Revisions or new editions to this publication may be issued to
incorporate such changes.
Regulatory Information
FCC Information
FCC compliance: This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.

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•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.
EU Conformity Statement
This product and - if applicable - the supplied
accessories comply with the applicable
harmonized European standards listed under the
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, the EMC Directive
2004/108/EC, 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.

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Safety Instructions
These instructions are intended to ensure that users can use
the product correctly to avoid danger or property loss.
The precautions are 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
WARNING: Installation and servicing should be performed only
by qualified and experienced technicians to conform to all local
codes and to maintain your warranty.
WARNING: This device is configured for 24 V AC or 12 V DC
operation. Do not connect to a higher voltage. Use only with
NRTL approved Class 2 or LPS power supplies.
Warnings Follow
these safeguards to
prevent serious injury
or death.
Cautions Follow these
precautions to prevent
potential injury or material
damage.

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Cautions
CAUTION: The light emitted from the near-infrared light
emitting diodes (LEDs) provides illumination over a wide area.
This light is not considered a risk to the unshielded human eye.
However, as with any light source, it is recommended that
normal precautions be taken to avoid unnecessary exposure.
For example, avoid staring into the beam or viewing the LEDs
directly with optical instruments at close range.
Important Safety Instructions
Read and keep these instructions.
Ensure that your installation area can safely support 3 times
the weight of the camera.
Do not install the camera in extreme temperature conditions.
Only use the camera where temperatures are within the
limits shown in the camera specifications. Be especially
careful to provide ventilation when operating under high
temperatures.
Do not install indoor rated cameras where they will be
exposed to rain or moisture.
To prevent damage to the imager, do not aim the camera
toward an extreme light source.
Do not touch the camera lens, dome or bezel (front glass
plate).
Do not drop the camera or subject it to physical shock.

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Do not use strong or abrasive cleaners, clean only with a
soft cloth and mild detergent or alcohol.
Do not open the camera or attempt to service it yourself.
Refer all service issues to your dealer.

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Table of Contents
Introduction.................................................................................... 9
Product Features................................................................ 9
Overview........................................................................... 10
Installation .................................................................................... 11
Surface Mounting the Camera on a Ceiling.................. 12
In-ceiling Mounting the Camera ..................................... 17
In-ceiling Mounting the Camera with a Gang Box........ 20
Adjusting the Image and Focus...................................... 23
Menu Description........................................................................ 25
AE (Auto Exposure)......................................................... 26
BRIGHTNESS .......................................................... 27
AE MODE.................................................................. 27
AGC ........................................................................... 27
SENSE UP................................................................ 28
WB..................................................................................... 28
AUTO......................................................................... 28
MANUAL.................................................................... 28
DAY & NIGHT................................................................... 29
COLOR...................................................................... 29
B/W ............................................................................ 29
SMART ...................................................................... 29
VIDEO SETTING ............................................................. 30
SCREEN RATIO....................................................... 31
CONTRAST .............................................................. 31
SHARPNESS............................................................ 31

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COLOR GAIN ........................................................... 32
3D NR........................................................................ 32
MIRROR.................................................................... 32
FUNCTION ....................................................................... 33
DETECTION............................................................. 33
MASKING.................................................................. 36
ZOOM IN................................................................... 38
LANGUAGE.............................................................. 38
RESET............................................................................... 38
SAVE &EXIT..................................................................... 38

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Introduction
Product Features
This series of camera adopts a high performance imaging
sensor and advanced circuit board design technology. It
features high resolution, low distortion, and low noise. It is ideal
for surveillance systems and image processing systems.
The main features are as follows:
•High performance CMOS sensor supplies high resolution
high-quality images
•Low illumination, 0.1 Lux @ F1.2 (AGC ON), 0 Lux with IR
LEDs on
•IR cut filter with automatic switching
•OSD menu, parameters are configurable
•Auto white balance, auto gain control, electronic shutter
control and internal synchronization
•Advanced Engineering Design and patented universal
adjustable structure provides convenient adjustment and
high reliability
•SMART IR mode
•Advanced 3-axis design meets different installation
requirements
•Ingress protection: IP66-rated

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Overview
Figure 1-1 Overview of Camera
Table 1-1 Description
No. Description No. Description
1 Auxiliary Video
Output 5 Back Box
2 Menu Button 6 Power Cable
3 Black Liner 7 Video Cable
4 Lens 8 Bubble

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Installation
Before you start:
•Please make sure that the camera is in good condition and
all of the assembly parts are included.
•Make sure that all related equipment is powered-off during
the installation.
•Check that the camera specification agrees with the
installation environment.
•To avoid damage, ensure the power supply voltage
matches your camera requirements.
•Please make sure the installation surface is strong enough
to withstand three times the weight of the camera and the
mounting.
•If the installation surface is concrete, you need to insert
expansion screws before you install the camera. If the
installation surface is wood, you can use self-tapping
screws to secure the camera.
•If the product does not function properly, please contact
your dealer or the nearest service center. Do not
disassemble the camera for repair or maintenance by
yourself.

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For the camera that supports IR, you are required to pay
attention to the following precautions to prevent IR reflection:
•Dust or grease on the dome cover will cause IR reflection.
Please do not remove the dome cover film until the
installation is finished. If there is dust or grease on the
dome cover, clean the dome cover with clean soft cloth and
isopropyl alcohol.
•Make sure that there is no reflective surface too close to
the camera lens. The IR light from the camera may reflect
back into the lens and obscure the image.
•The foam ring around the lens must be seated flush against
the inner surface of the bubble to isolate the lens from the
IR LEDs. Fasten the dome cover to the camera body so
that the foam ring and the dome cover are seamlessly
connected.
Surface Mounting the Camera on a Ceiling/Wall
Steps:
1. Attach the mounting template (supplied) to the place where
you want to install the camera, and then drill the screw
holes and cable hole (if needed) in the ceiling/wall
according to the mounting template (see Figure 1-2).

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Figure 1-2 HD273H(X) Mounting Template
2. Loosen the three screws on the edge of the bubble with the
supplied screwdriver to remove the bubble and the black
liner.
3. Remove the camera from the back box.
Figure 1-3 Removing the Camera from the Back Box

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4. Attach the back box to the ceiling/wall by aligning the holes
of the back box with the holes drilled in step 1 and secure it
to the ceiling/wall with the supplied screws (see Figure 1-4).
Figure 1-4 Securing the Back Box
5. Route the cables through the cable hole.
6. Align the camera with the back box, and tighten the set
screws to secure the camera with the back box.

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Figure 1-5 Aligning the Camera
7. Connect the video output (BNC) connector to the monitor.
Connect the power connector to the power supply.
8. Adjust the image and focus. Please refer to the Adjusting
the Image and Focus section on page 23for more details.
9. Fit the black liner back onto the camera (see Figure 1-6).

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Figure 1-6 Fitting the Black Liner
10. Tighten the screws to secure the bubble with the back box.
Figure 1-7 Securing the Bubble

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Remove the protection film softly after the installation is
complete. Leaving the film on the bubble during installation will
protect it from scratches during the installation process.
In-ceiling Mounting the Camera
You need to purchase an in-ceiling mount separately if your
installation requires an in-ceiling mounting.
Steps:
1. Attach the mounting template (supplied) to the place where
you want to install the camera, and then drill the screw
holes and cable hole in the ceiling according to the
mounting template.
2. Secure the in-ceiling mount with two mounting screws as
shown in Figure 1-8.
Figure 1-8 Securing the In-ceiling Mount
3. Route the cables through the hole in the center of the
in-ceiling mount.

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4. Align the camera with the in-ceiling mount, and tighten the
set screws to secure the camera with the in-ceiling mount.
Figure 1-9 Securing the Camera
5. Connect the video output (BNC) connector to the monitor.
Connect the power connector to the power supply.
6. Adjust the image and focus. Please refer to the Adjusting
the Image and Focus section on page 23for more detailed
information.
7. Fit the black liner back onto the camera (see Figure 1-10).

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Figure 1-10 Fitting the Black Liner
8. Align the bubble with the in-ceiling mount, and then tighten
the screws to secure the bubble to the in-ceiling mount.
Figure 1-11 Aligning the Bubble

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Remove the protection film softly after the installation is
complete. Leaving the film on the bubble during installation will
protect it from scratches during the installation process.
In-ceiling Mounting the Camera with a Gang Box
Steps:
1. Secure the in-ceiling mount (supplied) to the gang box with
two screws.
Figure 1-12 Securing the In-ceiling Mount to the Gang Box
2. Route the cables through the hole in the center of the
in-ceiling mount.
3. Align the camera with the gang box, and tighten the screws
to secure the camera with the gang box (see Figure 1-13).