Honeywell HD3CHS User manual

Document 800-05321 – Rev B – 05/10
User Guide
3 Inch Dome Camera
NTSC / PAL
HD3CHS HD3CHSX

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Revisions
Issue Date Revisions
A 03/10 New document.
B 05/10 Change ‘Senes-Up’ to ‘Sens-Up’ on page 17.

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Warnings
Installation and servicing should be performed only by qualified and
experienced technicians to conform to all local codes and to maintain your
warranty.
WARNING! The Use of CSA Certified/UL Listed Class 2 power
adapters is required to ensure compliance with
electrical safety standards.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not
expose the product to rain or moisture.
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

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FCC Compliance Statement
Information to the User: 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.
Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformance
The manufacturer declares that the equipment supplied with this guide is
compliant with the essential protection requirements of the EMC directive
2004/108/EC and the Low Voltage Directive LVD 2006/95/EC, conforming
to the requirements of standards EN 55022 for emissions.

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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Unpack Everything . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Cautions and Operating Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Disassembling the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting the Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Mounting the Camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Configuring the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Camera Setup Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Adjusting the Camera Position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Structure . . . . . . . . . . 15
Main Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Setting the Lens and Brightness Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Optimizing the Lens Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Setting the White Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
OSD Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Completing the Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Attaching and Securing the Dome Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Product Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Accessory Mounting Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Warranty and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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Introduction
The HD3CHS Series CCTV Camera is ideal for indoor installations in
commercial and residential environments.
Before You Begin
Please read this guide carefully before you install the HD3CHS Series 3
Inch Dome Camera. Keep this guide for future reference.
Unpack Everything
Check that the items received match those listed on the order form and
packing slip. The HD3CHS Series 3 Inch Dome Camera packing box
should include, in addition to this Install Guide:
If any parts are missing or damaged, contact the dealer you purchased the
camera from or call Honeywell Customer Service.
• One fully assembled camera • One hardware kit containing
mounting screws
• One 2nd video monitor output
cable
• One mounting template
• Two Honeywell labels •

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Cautions and Operating Notes
Power Supply This dome camera can operate on 24 VAC or 12 VDC.
Operating Conditions
Avoid viewing very bright objects (example, light fixtures) for extended
periods.
Avoid operating or storing the unit in the following locations:
• Extremely humid, dusty, hot/cold environments (where the operating
temperature is outside the recommended range of 14°F to 122°F
[-10°C to +50°C])
• Close to sources of powerful radio or TV transmitters
• Close to fluorescent lamps or objects reflecting light
• Under unstable light sources (may cause flickering)

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Installation
The HD3CHS Series is a fully-integrated enclosure with camera and lens.
Figure 1 Camera Parts
Legend
aVideo output connector
b24 VAC/12 VDC power input
connector (red+, black-)
1Side notch used for surface run
power/video connector
2Camera base
3Camera housing lock
4Camera housing
5Bubble
6Zoom lever
7Focus lever
1
2
3
6
5
b
a
Note See Figure 4 for an explanation of the camera board settings.
4
7

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Disassembling the Camera
1. Gently turn the camera housing (#5 on Figure 2) counter-clockwise to
unlock and pull free of the camera base. Note the two line markers.
2. Remove the inner liner (#4) by gently pulling it free of the two notches
(#3) in the camera housing (#5). Set the housing, bubble (#6) and
liner aside.
Figure 2 Camera Disassembly
1
5
4
Legend
1Camera base (including gimbal)
2Line markers
3Tilt adjustment bracket and
thumbnuts, Notches (x2)
4Inner liner
5Camera housing
6Bubble
3
6
2

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Connecting the Wiring
Follow Figure 1 to connect the video output connector (#a) and 24 VAC/12
VDC power connector (#b).
Note For DC power supply use, make sure the polarity is correct to
avoid malfunction and/or camera damage.
Mounting the Camera
1. Place the supplied mounting template (#2 on Figure 3) on the
mounting surface and mark the holes.
2. Drill two holes, then insert the screw anchors (#1) into the holes.
3. Remove the camera housing, if you have not already done so.
4. Secure the camera base to the wall or ceiling with the TP4 x 15 mm
tapping screws supplied (#3).
Note Depending on the material of your mounting surface, you may
require different screws and anchors than those supplied.

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Figure 3 Camera Installation
3
1
Legend
1Screw anchors (x2), supplied
2Mounting template
3TP4 x 15 mm tapping screws (x2),
supplied
2
2-Anchor hold 
6 1/4” dia. depth
about 22 mm
Guide pattern
Logo direction

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Configuring the Camera
Camera Setup Functions
See Figure 4 to locate the camera setup functions described below on the
camera board.
Figure 4 Camera Adjustment Functions
MON
UP
UP
MON
PC
OP
Legend
1OSD joystick control
2Monitor out
1
2
OSD joystick control to navigate
through the menus
Press the OSD joystick control
straight down:
• for two seconds to enter the
Main menu.
• to enter a screen or to select a
submenu option. If no settings
are made, the menu
disappears after a few
seconds.
Move the OSD joystick control
(#1) UP, DOWN, LEFT, or RIGHT
to move to and between menus
and options.
Select RETURN END to save all settings
and exit the menu.
Select RETURN RES to save all settings
and return to the previous selection.

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Adjusting the Camera Position
The HD3CHS Series mini-dome camera has three axes for positioning the
camera. While monitoring the picture on the monitor, adjust the camera
position as follows.
Figure 5 Camera Position Adjustment
Legend
1Tilt adjustment bracket and
thumbnuts (x2)
2Axis ring (for horizontal rotation on
wall mount and tiled ceilings)
3Zoom lever
4Focus lever
53D gimbal assembly in housing
base (for horizontal adjustment)
1
2
3
4
5

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Adjusting the Camera
Adjusting the Lens
Re-tighten the Zoom and Focus levers after adjusting. Repeat this
procedure until the desired range and focus are set.
Important: Lock the zoom and focus levers after making adjustments so
the positions don’t move (for example, from temperature changes or
vibrations).
To adjust this axis … Do this …
Horizontal Rotate the 3D gimbal assembly in the base.
Caution Do not turn the gimbal assembly more than 360°
as this may cause the internal cables to twist and
disconnect or break.
Vertical 1. Loosen the Tilt adjustment thumbnuts (see #1 on
Figure 5). Turn one Tilt adjustment thumbnut counter-
clockwise and one clockwise.
2. Turn the Tilt adjustment bracket (#1) and Axis ring (#2)
in the desired direction, then retighten the thumbnuts.
Horizontal for wall
mount and ceilings
Rotate the lens base (maximum 360°) until you are satisfied
with the field of view.
Adjust this lever … To accomplish this …
Zoom lever (#3) Turn the Zoom lever counter-clockwise a little, then rotate
the Zoom lever until you are satisfied with the image view.
Focus lever (#4) Turn the Focus lever counter-clockwise a little, then adjust
the focus for optimum picture sharpness.

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On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Structure
Main Menu
Figure 6 Main Menu
Main Menu
Lens Exposure White Bal Day/Night 3DNR Special Adjust Reset
DC
Brightness
Shutter
AGC
Sens-Up
BLC
D-WDR
AWB Auto
Color
B/W
Cam Title
D-Effect
Motion
Privacy
Sync
Ver.
Sharpness Factory
Level
LENS DC
EXPOSURE 
WHITE BAL AWB
DAY/NIGHT AUTO
3DNR OFF
SPECIAL 
ADJUST 
RESET 
EXIT

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Setting the Lens and Brightness Level
To select the DC lens function:
1. From the Main menu, select LENS.
2. Move the joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to select DC (Automatic Iris
lens).
3. Move the joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to access the BRIGHTNESS
control for iris level adjustment. Options are: 1~/ 50 (default) ~ /100).
Optimizing the Lens Setup
The table below explains the options on the EXPOSURE submenu. Each
selection takes you to a separate screen (see description below).
MAIN MENU ➤EXPOSURE
SHUTTER Select a shutter speed:
1/60 / 1/50 (default) sec.
FLK (Flickerless) Reduces on-screen flickering.
Caution When set to FLK, SENS-UP is disabled.
AGC OFF
HIGH
MIDDLE (default)
LOW
SHUTTER 1/60
AGC MIDDLE
SENS-UP OFF
BLC OFF
D-WDR OFF
RETURN RET

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SENS-UP Set the Sense-Up function. Move the joystick control
Left/Right to select:
AUTO mode to then select a value from x2 to x256, or
OFF (default)
BLC Backlight compensation. Control the light level to
overcome severe backlighting conditions. Select
from:
OFF (default)
BLC to set the area of the screen
GAIN: HIGH, MIDDLE (default), LOW
AREA SETUP: DEFAULT, LEFT/RIGHT, WIDTH,
TOP/BOTTOM, HEIGHT
HSBLC to set the high sensitivity image level from
1to 8(5 is the default).
AREA SETUP: DEFAULT, LEFT/RIGHT, WIDTH,
TOP/BOTTOM, HEIGHT
D-WDR Digital wide dynamic range. Select from:
OFF (default), INDOOR, OUTDOOR
GAIN MIDDLE
AREA SETUP
LEFT/RIGHT 4
WIDTH 4
TOP/BOTTOM 3
HEIGHT 4
RETURN RET

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Setting the White Balance
The table below explains the options on the WHITE BALANCE submenu.
MAIN MENU ➤WHITE BALANCE
AWB Opens the White Balance submenu where you set
how the camera adjusts to different lighting
conditions. Options are:
ATW (Automatic Tracing White Balance) Select this
mode when the scene illumination varies between
indoor scenes and outdoor scene lighting (for
example, when under a fluorescent light, or outdoors).
AWB (Auto White Balance)(default)
AWC Automatically adjust the white balance to your
specific environment. Select SET to adjust.
MANUAL. In Manual mode you can adjust the red and
blue settings, from 0to 100.
INDOOR, OUTDOOR

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Setting the Day/Night Control
The table below explains how to set the DAY/NIGHT control.
MAIN MENU ➤DAY/NIGHT Use this menu to set how the camera adjusts to low
light.
AUTO (default) Depending on light level, the camera automatically
switches from color to black and white. Select this
mode to set:
DELAY: The time before the camera switches to Day
or Night mode after detecting a switching threshold.
D-->N (Day to Night): The relative light level at which
the camera switches to Night mode. The higher the
value, the darker the lighting (the lower the lux
threshold) must be before the camera switches.
Set D-->N should be set at least 3 less than N-->D.
N-->D (Night to Day): The relative light level at which
the camera switches to Day mode. The lower the
value, the brighter the lighting (the higher the lux
threshold) must be before the camera switches.
Caution DAY/NIGHT mode must be set to AUTO to
use this function.
COLOR Forces the camera to stay in Day (color) mode at all
times.
AUTO
COLOR
BW
RETURN RET
DELAY 15
D-->N 27
N-->D 13
RETURN RET