Honic HN-SD500 User manual

USER MANUAL
HN-SD500
5MP AHD/TVI, 4MP CVI, 960H
Hybrid Waterproof Camera
Customer Service: s e r v i c e @ h o n i c t e c h . c o m
Tech Support: s u p p o r t @ h o n i c t e c h . c o m

Important Notes
If there is ANY QUESTION of the camera, please contact us,
EACH camera has been tested before shipping.
1. Power supply, coaxial video cable and DVR are NOT
INCLUDED but REQUIRED.
2. Default mode: 960H (CVBS) video format.
3. Firstly confirm what resolution and frame rate your DVR
support, for example, if your DVR support max 5MP TVI
12.5fps, then press OSD joystick, the monitor will show On
Screen Menu, then choose the video format and
framerate by joystick on the camera cable.
4. If you choose the wrong video mode or frame rates
accidentally, there may be no signal shows on
monitor, please power off and power on the camera
again, hold OSD joystick left for 5 seconds, then the
camera will be switched to default 960H video mode.

5. At least DC 12V 1A power adapter is required. If there is
no video or IR Led is not working properly at night, please
use DC 12V 2A (or 3A) power adapter. It depends on the
power cable length and quality.
6. Peel off the protective film on the lens and glass panel
before installation, or else the night vision will be very
foggy.
Please read this user manual carefully to ensure proper
use of the product.
Product Description
The HN-SD500 is a high-definition camera designed around a
1/2.5" Color 5 megapixel CMOS image sensor, 14µ x 18pcs IR
LEDs providing infrared capability up to 65 feet, and a 2.8mm
lens with wide angle field of view of 100 degrees.

Notice Before Using
Default Mode: 960H CVBS Video Output.
Make sure the camera, DVR, monitor are all well connected.
Power on all the device.
Press OSD joystick, then on screen menu will show on monitor,
control the joystick to go to VIDEO SETTING.

Press OSD joystick down again to go to the sub menu of
VIDEO SETTING.
Switch to the video mode your DVR support.
Choose the resolution and frame rate your DVR support.
Then APPLY&REBOOT.
NOTE:
If you accidentally choose the wrong video mode or frame
rates, there may be no signal shows on monitor, please
power off and power on the camera again, hold OSD
joystick left for 5 seconds, then the camera will be switched
to default 960H video mode.
Installation and Operation:
1. Unpacking and Handling
Each unit is shipped assembled and factory tested.

Ensure that all accessories are removed from the container
before discarding packing material.
Package includes
1x dome camera
4x mounting screws
4x screw anchors
1x user manual
1x drill template
1x Allen wrench
2. Mechanical Inspection
Inspect the front and rear of the equipment for shipping
damage. Make sure the equipment is clean, and no connectors
are broken, damaged, or loose. If equipment appears to be
damaged or defective please contact us for assistance.
3. Special Attention
(i) The installer must comply with electrical safety standards.
There must be sufficient space between the camera's
power supply and video line and any high voltage
equipment and/or cables.

(ii) To help ensure the camera's life and proper operation do
not point the camera towards the sun or strong light.
(iii) Do not install the camera in an environment where the
temperature is too high or too low, recommended
operating temperature is 14F ~ 122F.
(iv) Do not install the camera near a magnetic field or a high-
power motor.
(v) Only use a dry cloth to clean the camera. If there is dirt that
is difficult to remove, wipe gently with a mild detergent.
Never use strong or abrasive detergents.
(vi) A 12V DC 1A or 2A power supply must be used. AC power
cannot be applied. AC power will damage the camera and
void warranty. Power supply output voltage, current,
voltage polarity and operating temperature must match
requirement of this equipment.
(vii) Only qualified installers are allowed to install, test and
disassemble the camera.
(viii) Any change to the camera's lens will affect image quality.
(ix) The camera is a low voltage product. If installed outdoors,
proper safety and lightening grounding are required.

4. Camera dimensions (mm)
5. Wiring Connections
(i) Connect the power supply's DC plug to the camera's power
outlet.
(ii) Connect the camera to the DVR with a 75Ω coaxial video
cable.
(iii) Connect power supply's AC plug to a suitable AC power
outlet.
(iv) Adjust the lens direction according to the required
surveillance area and environment.

Note: Before connecting the power supply, please check its
output voltage (12V).

6. Installation

Setup OSD Menu
Press the OSD joystick to start the OSD menu in any video
output mode, OSD menu will show on display as following:
MAIN MENU
AE
AWB
DAY NIGHT
IMAGE ENHANCE
VIDEO SETTING
LANGUAGE
VERSION
RESET
SAVE-EXIT
EXIT
OSD Functions and Options
MAIN MENU
AE
BRIGHTNESS
EXPOSURE
GLOBE
BLC

RETURN
AWB
MODE
PRO (ATW)
Gray World
RETURN
DAY-
NIGHT
MODE
AUTO
Day/Night Switch Sensitivity
COLOR
B/W
RETURN
IMAGE
ENHANC
E
CONTRAST
AUTO/MANUAL
SHARPNESS
AUTO/MANUAL
SATURATE
AUTO/MANUAL
3DNR
AUTO/MANUAL
2DNR
AUTO/MANUAL
RETURN
HD
AHD/CVI/TVI/CVBS

VIDEO
SETTING
STANDARD
HD: TVI
8MP 15fps; 8MP 12.5fps; 5MP
20fps; 5MP 12.5fps; 4MP
30fps; 4MP 25fps; 1080P
30fps; 1080P 25fps.
HD: AHD
8MP 15fps; 8MP 12.5fps; 5MP
20fps; 5MP 12.5fps; 4MP
30fps; 4MP 25fps; 1080P
30fps; 1080P 25fps.
HD: CVI
8MP 15fps; 8MP 12.5fps; 4MP
30fps; 4MP 25fps; 1080P
30fps; 1080P 25fps.
CVBS: NTSC/PAL
APPLY&REBOOT

RETURN
LANGUA
GE
ENGLISH, CHINESE, KOREAN, RUSSIAN, etc
VERSION
CAMEAR FIRMWARE VERSION
RESET
SAVE-EXIT
EXIT
BLC (Back Light Compensation): In images where a bright
light source is behind the subject of interest, the subject would
normally appear in silhouette. BLC allows the camera to adjust
the exposure of the entire image to properly expose the subject
in the foreground.
ATW (Auto Tracking White Balance): White Balance allows
the camera to adjust the tone according to the color
temperature of the light source illuminating the subject. It
allows the operator to see objects as they appear during
daylight.
Day Night Mode:
a. AUTO: Provide color image at daytime and black and
white image at nighttime automatically by AGC level.
GAIN DAY/NIGHT: Sensitivity from low to high.

GAIN NIGHT/DAY: Sensitivity from low to high.
b. Color: Provide color image both at daytime and
nighttime.
c. B/W: Provide black and white image both at daytime and
nighttime.
Contrast: Contrast is defined as the separation between the
darkest and brightest areas of the image. Increase contrast and
you increase the separation between dark and bright, making
shadows darker and highlights brighter. Decrease contrast and
you bring the shadows up and the highlights down to make
them closer to one another.
Sharpness: Sharpness can be defined as edge contrast, that is,
the contrast along edges in a photo. When we increase
sharpness, we increase the contrast only along/near edges in
the photo while leaving smooth areas of the image alone.
Saturate: Color gain means saturation, it is similar to contrast,
however instead of increasing the separation between shadows
and highlights, it increases the separation between colors.
3DNR (Digital Noise Reduction): DNR is a technique of
removing image noise from a video signal by applying a digital
comb filter. It reduces the noise that can be found in low light

images and makes images clearer. This type of filter is
sometimes confused by motion, resulting in blur trails.
Standard:
a. CVBS: PAL and NTSC, its NTSC in USA.
b. HD modes: Choose the right resolution (e.g. 5MP) and
frame rates (e.g. 12.5fps) based on what your DVR
support.
Reset: If you need factory reset all the OSD menu settings,
choose reset option.
Save Exit: Make sure click SAVE EXIT for any setting change if
you need to keep the setting.
Exit: Leave the OSD menu.
How to use OSD to get optimal image
Q: Image not sharp enough?
A: Press OSD toggle, OSD menu—video setting—sharpness—
increase sharpness.
Q: High contrast light conditions?
A: Press OSD toggle, choose BLC based on your needs.
Q: Too much noise at night?
A: 1. OSD menu—AE—Gain—Lower gain value

2. OSD menu—video setting—increase DNR value
Side effect:
Lower gain value make the image a little darker.
High DNR may cause motion blur.
Specifications
Model No.
HN-SD500
Video Output Mode
AHD/CVI/TVI/CVBS
Camera
Image Sensor
1/2.5" CMOS Image Sensor
Image Resolution
8MP/5MP/4MP/1080P/960H
TV System
PAL/NTSC
Scanning System
Progressive Scan
Lens
Focus Length
2.8mm
Horizontal View Angle
100 Degrees
Lens Type
Fixed
Night Vision
Infrared LED
14µ x 18pcs
Infrared Distance
40-65 Feet*
IR Status
Under 10 Lux by CDS

IR Power On
AGC Auto Control
Camera Features
Day/Night
YES
OSD Menu Language
YES
White Balance
AUTO / MANUAL
Gain Control
AUTO
Noise Reduction
DNR
Picture Adjustment
YES
OSD Support
YES
UTC
YES (HD Mode Only)
General
Housing
Metal, IP66
Bracket
NO
IR Cut Filter
YES
Operation Temperature
14F ~ 122F RH95% Max
Storage Temperature
-4F ~ 140F RH95% Max
Power Source
DC12V±10%, 550mA
Dimension
￠93 x 74(H) mm
Weight
400g

*Stated maximum IR range is based on ideal conditions in typical
outdoor environment. Actual range and image clarity depends on
installation location, viewing area and light reflection / absorption
level of object.
Trouble Shooting
a. Night vision image is very foggy
(i) Please check if you have peeled off all the films on lens and
panel glass.
(ii) Please check if there is any object that is too close to the
camera lens, which cause strong IR reflection. Please move
the eyeball direction to avoid strong IR reflection.
b. No picture or only black and white picture after applying
power
(iii) Check all plugs and cables are securely connected to the
proper connectors.
(iv) Ensure your power supply is providing the correct voltage
and current.
(v) Ensure switch the camera video output mode correctly.
Both resolution and frame rates should be correct.
c. The picture has ripples

(i) Check to see if the power supply is experiencing AC ripple,
if so a filter may be required.
(ii) Determine if the monitor is faulty.
(iii) Determine if other peripheral equipment is causing ripple
and if so make the necessary adjustments.
d. The picture appears smeared
(i) The power supply voltage level may be unstable, therefore,
try another power supply.
(ii) Ensure the cables are correctly connected and/or the cables
are of the correct impedance.
e. The picture background continuously changes color
(i) A fluorescent lamp's magnetic field may cause color roll,
therefore, reduce the number of fluorescent lamps or
increase the distance between the camera and the lamps.
FAQ:
Q: What else do I need to make it work?
A: 1. DVR (support 2MP to 8MP)
2. 12V DV power supply.
3. Coaxial video cable with BNC connector.