i3 International Am53 User manual

User Manual
Thank you for purchasing i3 International’s Am53 High Definition indoor/outdoor analog
dome camera. Your camera is equipped with a motorized vari-focal 2.7-13.5mm @ F1.2
lens. The lens can be controlled through IE interface of the i3 encoders/standalone DVRs, or
through SRX-Pro Server/VPC using camera’s built-in OSD menu.
SAFETY
When installing your Am53 camera be sure to avoid:
• excessive heat, such as direct sunlight or heating appliances
• contaminants such as dust and smoke
• strong magnetic fields
• moisture and humidity
• areas with mechanical vibrations
• fluorescent lamps or objects that reflect light and unstable light sources
• temperatures below -40°C (-40°F) and above 50°C (122°F)
POWER
This camera accepts DC12V and AC24V power.
Maximum power consumption: 9.7W.
Ensure the supplied voltage meets the power consumption requirements of this camera
before powering the camera on. Incorrect voltage may cause irreparable damage to the
video camera and will effectively void the camera warranty.
CLEANING & SERVICING
For maximum optical clarity, the camera dome or lens must remain clean. Use a soft, dry
cloth to remove finger prints or dust from the dome cover.
• Use a blower to remove dust from the lens.
• Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, benzene, or thinners, as they may
damage the surface finishes.
• To avoid electrical shock and to preserve the product warranty, DO NOT disassemble
the camera. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Ensure that the items received match those listed on the order form and the packing slip.
In addition to this manual and a fully assembled camera, the dome camera packing box
includes:
A. Plastic Anchor x3
B. Round Head Screw
(Tapping Type) x3
C. Waterproof tape x1
D. Security Torx bit
E. Service Monitor BNC cable x1
F. Surface Mount template x1
1. Cable exit plug. Use a coin or a flat screwdriver to turn counter-clockwise to
remove.
2. Camera cable. When surface mounting, route through the cable exit opening.
3. Camera module/lens.
4. Dome bubble.
5. BNC video connector. Connect to an encoder, DVR/HVR or service monitor.
Four (4) video formats supported: HD-TVI (default), HD-AHD, HD-CVI and CVBS.
Use the video format switch (#2) to set video format as required.
6. Power connector (DC12V/AC24V).
7. Video format switch. Default video format setting: HD-TVI.
DISASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
To prepare the camera for mounting, remove the camera’s dome bubble by unscrewing
three screws using the Security torx bit provided. Do not remove the screws completely.
The dome bubble is secured to the camera body with the anti-drop wire.
Lift the dome bubble off.
Prepare the mounting surface:
• Depending on the type of
installation, additional mounting
accessories may need to be
purchased.
• It is the installer’s responsibility
to ensure that the mounting
surface is suitable for the
chosen installation method.
• Based on installation location
and surface type, supplied
screws and anchors may not be adequate. Mounting hardware is site-specific and
may need to be supplied by the installer.
Compatible i3 Mounting Accessories:
B5 - Pendant mount back box / bracket. 1” Male. Combine with DB61 for Wall mount
installations
DB61 - Wall Mount bracket. 1” Female. Combine with B5 for Wall Mount installations.
DIMENSIONS AND DEFINITIONS
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HIGH DEFINITION ANALOG VIDEO SUPPORT
Your Am53 camera supports the standard CVBS composite analog video stream (720x480)
and a high-definition (2MP) video stream in HD-TVI, HD-AHD, and HD-CVI format.
Note: Am53 camera supports a single video output at-a-time. No separate spot monitor
output is offered.
IMPORTANT: In order to use high-definition video, your Am53 camera must be
connected to a video encoder or standalone DVR/HVR that supports HD-TVI,
HD-AHD, or HD-CVI format.
Note: i3’s line of encoders and embedded standalone DVRs supports HD-TVI and CVBS
formats only.
CHANGING VIDEO FORMAT:
- Unscrew protection cap from the video format switch (#7 under Dimensions
and Definitions section).
- Press and hold the button for 5 seconds to change the video output format to
the next one in sequence.
Video format sequence: TVI (default) > AHD > CVI > CVBS.
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LENS ADJUSTMENT
Your Am53 camera is equipped with the motorized 2.7-13.5mm lens. To achieve
desired view, start by adjusting the lens angle along the 3 axis by panning/tilting the
camera body and rotating the lens assembly. The lens zoom and focus can be adjusted
through i3’s encoder, i3’s standalone HVR’s local or remote interfaces, through SRX-Pro
v6/VPC interface, or through HD service monitor with BNC input.
ADJUST ZOOM/FOCUS via HR16
1. Connect Am53 to HR16.
2. In Internet Explorer, enter HR16 address. (Default: 192.0.0.16).
3. Enter user credentials in the Annexxus login screen.
(Default: i3admin/i3admin).
4. Go to SETUP > Camera > PTZ Settings
5. In Channel No., select the HR16 port where Am53 is connected (E.g.
Analog Camera 1).
6. In PTZ Protocol, select i3-HDA. Click Save.
7. Click LIVE to go back to the live mode. Select a single camera
division.
8. Use Previous/Next buttons to locate desired
Am53 camera.
9. Use the PTZ Control panel to adjust Zoom and
Focus until the desired view is achieved.
ADJUST ZOOM/FOCUS via SRX-PRO
SERVER v6 and lower
1. Repeat Steps 1-6 of the ADJUST ZOOM/FOCUS via HR16 section.
2. Add HR16 to SRX-Pro Server’s IP camera tab.
3. In IP Camera tab, expand HR16 item to see all inputs. Assign Am53 input to SRX-
Pro Server video channel in Ch. In. drop-down menu.
SURFACE MOUNTING
1. Attach the supplied surface mounting template to the mounting surface.
2. Drill three mounting holes in the surface and insert supplied anchors.
3. Drill the conduit hole for the camera cable, as marked on the template (if applicable).
If routing the cable through the side cable exit, do not drill the cable exit hole, instead
remove the cable exit plug. If mounting on a wall, make sure the opening is pointing
down, to create a drip loop.
4. Use the tapping screws provided (if suitable for the installation) to secure the camera
to the prepared mounting surface.
5. Feed the camera cables through the conduit hole.
6. Connect camera’s BNC connector to the coaxial cable.
7. Connect camera to DC12V/AC24V power, 9.7W required.
8. Adjust the lens angle by panning and tilting the camera lens assembly and rotating
the camera lens base. Do not over-rotate beyond the stop point to avoid damage to
the camera.
9. Adjust the camera’s zoom and focus through a DVR/HVR, encoder, SRX-Pro/VPC
software or HD service monitor with BNC input.
See LENS ADJUSTMENT section for more information.
10. Adjust any additional camera settings (e.g. image brightness, color or contrast, day/
night mode, etc.). See CAMERA MENU section for more information on camera’s
on-screen menu.
11. Once the desired view is achieved, re-attach the camera’s dome bubble onto the
camera module using the security torx bit provided.
4. Go to Hardware > Channels setup tab.
5. Locate the Channel that Am53 was assigned to in the Step
3 and set PTZ Camera Type to i3 GiPi.
6. Click the Live Mode button.
7. Go to View > Tree View and expand Advanced Control
panel.
8. Double-click on the Am53 camera to bring it into full
single-channel division.
9. Use the Advanced Control panel to adjust Zoom and
Focus until the desired view is achieved.
3-axis Range Limitations:
Pan:
0-355°
Tilt:
0-75°
Rotation:
0-355°
PENDANT MOUNTING
(Optional B5 back box required)
1. Attach B5 back box to the 1” pendant mounted pipe or pipe bracket.
To attach to 3/4” pipe, use a 1” to 3/4” reducer (not provided).
2. Follow DISASSEMBLY instructions to lift off camera’s dome bubble.
3. Complete Steps #6-7 in the SURFACE MOUNTING section.
4. Feed the camera cables into the B5 back box through the cable opening.
5. Use three machine type screws provided with B5 to secure the Am53 camera to the
B5 backbox through the three mounting holes on the camera body.
6. Complete Steps #8-11 in the SURFACE MOUNTING section.
WALL MOUNTING
(Optional DB61 gooseneck bracket and B5 back box required)
1. Mount DB61 gooseneck bracket on the wall. Follow installation instructions provided
with DB61.
2. Attach B5 back box to the DB61 gooseneck bracket.
3. Complete Steps #2-6 in the PENDANT MOUNTING section.
ADDING HR16 to SRX-PRO SERVER v7 and up
SRX-Pro v7 users must complete this step before adjusting lens
zoom/focus through VPC v7 and above.
1. Repeat Steps 1-6 of the ADJUST ZOOM/FOCUS via HR16 section.
2. Log into Pro Setup
3. Add HR16
i. Click Add.
ii. Select HR16 in the list.
iii. Click ADD.
iv. Click List and enable PTZ toggle for all Am53 inputs on HR16.
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CALLING UP OSD via VIDEO PILOT CLIENT (incl. SRX-PRO
SERVER v7 and up).
1. Repeat Steps 1-5 of the ADJUST ZOOM/FOCUS via VIDEO PILOT CLIENT (incl.
SRX-PRO SERVER v7 and up) section.
2. Use the Iris Open in the PTZ Advanced Options side panel and the on-screen
UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT buttons to bring up and navigate in the OSD menus.
CALLING UP OSD via VEO16p (LOCAL)
1. Repeat Steps 1-5 of the ADJUST
ZOOM/FOCUS via VEO16p
(LOCAL) section.
2. Use the Iris Open icon and the
UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT buttons
on the PTZ panel to bring up and
navigate in the OSD menus.
CALLING UP OSD via VEO16p (REMOTE)
1. Repeat Steps 1-7 of the ADJUST ZOOM/
FOCUS via VEO16p (REMOTE) section.
2. Use the Iris Open icon and the UP/
DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT buttons on the PTZ
panel to bring up and navigate in the OSD
menus.
CAMERA OSD MENU
ADJUST ZOOM/FOCUS via VIDEO PILOT CLIENT
(incl. SRX-PRO SERVER v7 and up)
1. Repeat Steps 1-5 of the ADJUST ZOOM/FOCUS via SRX-PRO
SERVER v6 and lower section OR Steps 1-3 of the ADDING
HR16 to SRX-PRO v7 depending on the SRX-Pro Server version.
2. Add the SRX-Pro Server to CONTROL tab of the Video Pilot
Client if connecting from a remote location, or use localhost
connection, automatically generated by VPC.
3. Connect to the remote SRX-Pro Server with VPC.
4. Double-click on the Am53 camera to bring it into full single-
channel division.
5. Click PTZ > Advanced in the on-screen menu.
6. Use the on-screen Zoom In/Out controls and
Focus In/Out controls in the PTZ Advanced Options side panel to adjust Zoom and
Focus until the desired view is achieved.
ADJUST ZOOM/FOCUS via VEO16p (LOCAL)
1. Connect Am53 to Veo16p BNC output.
2. Log into your Veo16p (Default: ADMIN/1234).
3. Go to MENU > SYSTEM SETUP > CAMERA > PTZ
SETUP
4. In PROTOCOL drop down menu, select COAXITRON for
all Am53 cameras. Click APPLY, then CLOSE.
5. On the Veo16p Live screen, click the PTZ button to
display PTZ control panel.
6. Use the ZOOM and FOCUS icons adjust Zoom and Focus
until the desired view is achieved.
ADJUST ZOOM/FOCUS via VEO16p (REMOTE)
1. Repeat Steps 1-4 of the ADJUST ZOOM/FOCUS via VEO16p
(LOCAL) section.
2. Connect your Veo16p to the network using the ETHERNET
port on the rear panel. Follow Veo16p manual for more
instructions.
3. On the remote PC, open Internet Explorer and enter the IP
address of your Veo16p in the address bar, followed by the
Web Service Port. Default service port: 8080.
(E.g. http://192.168.0.59:8080)
4. Enter user credentials in the login screen.
(Default: ADMIN/1234).
5. Install ActiveX, as required.
6. In the Veo16p Live screen mode, double-click on the Am53
camera to bring it into full single-channel division.
7. Click on the PTZ tab and use Use the ZOOM and FOCUS icons adjust Zoom and Focus
until the desired view is achieved.
CALLING UP OSD MENU
Camera’s OSD menu can be accessed through i3’s encoder, i3’s standalone HVR’s local or
remote interfaces or through SRX-Pro/VPC interface.
In all cases, Iris Open icon in the Live Mode PTZ panel will
bring up the camera’s on screen display.
PTZ panel OSD Menu control buttons:
Iris Open - Bring up the OSD, confirm menu selection/enter
sub-menu.
UP/DOWN arrows to navigate within camera menus.
LEFT/RIGHT arrows to adjust value of the selected item.
CALLING UP OSD via HR16
1. Repeat Steps 1-8 of the ADJUST ZOOM/FOCUS via HR16
section.
2. Use the Iris Open and UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT buttons
on the PTZ Control panel to bring up and navigate in the
OSD menus.
CALLING UP OSD via SRX-PRO SERVER v6
and lower
1. Repeat Steps 1-8 of the ADJUST ZOOM/FOCUS via SRX-
PRO SERVER v6 and lower section.
2. Use the Iris Open and UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT buttons
on the Advanced Control panel to bring up and navigate in the OSD menus.
MAIN MENU
CONTRAST
BACK
IMAGE MODE
EXPOSURE MODE
EXIT
WHITE BALANCE
AGC
BRIGHTNESS
BACK
FACTORY DEFAULT
DAY/NIGHT
VIDEO SETTINGS
EXPOSURE
3DNR
EXIT
SHARPNESS
SATURATION
EXIT
SAVE & EXIT
MODE
VIDEO FOR MAT
SAVE & EXIT
SAVE & EXIT
MIRROR
BACK
EXIT
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MAIN MENU > VIDEO FORMAT
2M30 (default) = NTSC video format. | 2M25 = PAL video format.
MAIN MENU > EXPOSURE
EXPOSURE setup contains settings for EXPOSURE
MODE and AGC.
• EXPOSURE MODE: Set camera exposure mode to
GLOBAL (default), BLC, WDR, or HLC.
GLOBAL (default)
Global (normal) exposure mode calibrates the image exposure based on the overall
scene brightness.
BLC (Back Light Compensation)
BLC feature optimizes exposure in the foreground and background of the video image
through digital signal processing. BLC corrects image areas with extremely high or low
levels of light to maintain a normal and usable level of light for the object in focus.
WDR (Wide Dynamic Range)
Wide Dynamic Range uses the image sensor to prevent direct bright light from washing
out the video image. This feature is especially useful in indoor installations, where the
camera’s field of view includes an entryway or a window, which lets in a lot of natural
light. WDR feature is able to normalize the exposure for the underexposed object in
focus inside and overexposed background outside.
HLC (Highlight Compensation)
HLC feature senses strong sources of light in video (e.g. floodlights) and compensates
for exposure in these spots to enhance overall video quality.
• AGC (AUTOMATIC GAIN CONTROL): Set camera’s AGC to HIGH (default), MEDIUM, or
LOW. AGC enhances the video quality in low light conditions. Note: The higher AGC level,
the higher the image noise level.
MAIN MENU > DAY/NIGHT
DAY/NIGHT setup contains settings for DAY/NIGHT
MODE, IR LIGHT, SMART IR, LEVEL, DAY TO NIGHT
THRESHOLD, and NIGHT TO DAY THRESHOLD.
• MODE: Set the camera to AUTO (default), COLOR
or B&W mode.
AUTO (default): When set to AUTO, the camera
will switch between COLOR and B&W modes
depending on the level of ambient light. The
sensitivity can be configured in D->N THRESHOLD
and N->D THRESHOLD settings.
COLOR: Set the camera to COLOR mode to keep it permanently in the daytime mode.
Note, activating COLOR mode will disable all IR-related features.
B&W: Set the camera to B&W mode to keep it permanently in the nighttime (black-and-
white) mode.
• IR LIGHT: Set the camera’s IR light ON or OFF. Note: Do not turn the IR LIGHT off when
camera is set to B&W mode. Am53 supports IR distance of up to 40 meters (130 feet).
• SMART IR: Smart IR feature prevents video over-/underexposure by adjusting the
brightness of multiple areas of the image.
Set Smart IR feature to MODE1 or MODE2. MODE1 is designed for extreme low light
conditions and, when necessary, can switch the camera into Slow Shutter mode, reducing
the overall video frame rate. MODE2 does not use Slow Shutter mode to improve the image
over-/underexposure.
Note: Do not turn the IR LIGHT off when using SMART IR feature.
• LEVEL: Set the SMART IR LEVEL to 0, 1, 2, or 3. The higher the level, the fewer over-/
underexposed areas the B&W video image will have.
• D->N THRESHOLD: (available in the AUTO mode only). Set the value from 0 (lowest) to 9
(highest). The higher the value, the sooner the camera will switch from day (Color) mode to
night (B/W) mode as the scene becomes darker.
• N->D THRESHOLD: (available in the AUTO mode only). Set the value from 0 (lowest) to 9
(highest). The higher the value, the sooner the camera will switch from night (B/W) mode to
day (Color) mode as the scene becomes lighter.
MAIN MENU > VIDEO SETTINGS
VIDEO SETTINGS setup contains settings for IMAGE MODE,
WHITE BALANCE, BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, SHARPNESS,
SATURATION, 3DNR, and MIRROR.
• WHITE BALANCE. Set white balancing to AUTO or
MANUAL
AUTO (default): Adjusts white balance automatically in accordance with the change of
lighting environment.
MANUAL: Set RED GAIN and BLUE GAIN values from 1 to 255 manually, to adjust
color balance.
• BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, SHARPNESS: Set
video image brightness/contrast/sharpness value
from 1 (lowest) to 9 (highest).
• 3DNR (Digital Noise Reduction). Set the 3DNR
value from 1 (lowest) to 9 (highest). 3DNR feature
analyzes frames in sequence to differentiate
pixels that likely represent noise. This feature is
especially beneficial in low light conditions. The
higher 3DNR value, the better the video image
appearance in poor lighting conditions.
• MIRROR: This function flips the video image on
the screen.
Set MIRROR to OFF (keep image as is), H (flip 180º horizontally), V (flip 180º vertically)
or HV (flip image 180º both horizontally and vertically).
MAIN MENU > FACTORY DEFAULTS
Select FACTORY DEFAULTS to reset all camera settings to the factory default.
MAIN MENU > EXIT, SAVE&EXIT
Select EXIT to exit the camera OSD menu without saving any changes.
Select SAVE&EXIT to save changes and exit the camera OSD menu.
Specifications Am53 (HD1080P Indoor Dome
Camera)
Image System
Image Sensor 2MP CMOS Image Sensor
Signal System NTSC/PAL
Effective Pixels (HxV) 1920(H) x 1080(V)
OSD Yes
Optical System
Focal Length (built-in lens) vari-focal, 2.7-13.5mm
F-stop Range (F-number) F1.2
Horizontal FOV (Field of View) 102° - 31°
Day/Night IR cut filter
Electric
Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) 3D
Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) True, ≥120 dB
Min. Illumination 0.005 Lux @ (F1.2, AGC ON),
0 Lux with IR
Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Low/Middle/High/Off
White Balance Auto/Manual
Electric Shutter NTSC: 1/30 s to 1/50,000 s
PAL: 1/25 s to 1/50,000 s
Video Output (Selectable) 1x BNC Output
Video formats: CVBS, TVI, AHD, CVI
Note: Use one output at-a-time.
Day/Night Mode Color/BW/AUTO
Other Features
Other Sharpness, Brightness, Mirror, Reset
Mechanism
Angle Adjustment Pan: 0° - 355°, Tilt: 0° - 75°, Rotation:
0° - 355°
Dimensions Ø 146mm x 111mm (H) /
Ø 5.7“ x 4.4” (H)
Weight 0.93 kg (2.05 lb)
Protection Class FCC, CE, UL
IR
IR Distance up to 40 meters (130 feet)
Power Supply
Power Requirement DC12V / AC24V
Power Consumption Max. 9.7W
Environment
Operating Temperature -40°C - 50°C (-40°F - 122°F)
Operating Humidity 90% or less (non-condensing)
Warranty
Standard Warranty i3 Superior 5 year warranty
EXPOSURE
1. EXPOSURE MODE ◄ GLOBAL ►
2. AGC ◄HIGH ►
3. BACK
4. EXIT
5. SAVE&EXIT
VIDEO SETTINGS
1. IMAGE MODE ◄ HIGH-SAT ►
2. WHITE BALANCE
3. BRIGHTNESS ◄7 ►
4. CONTRAST ◄5 ►
5. SHARPNESS ◄5 ►
6. SATURATION ◄7 ►
7. 3DNR ◄5 ►
8. MIRROR ◄OFF ►
9. BACK
10. EXIT
11. SAVE&EXIT
DAY/NIGHT
1. MODE ◄ AUTO ►
2. IR LIGHT ◄ON ►
3. SMART IR ◄MODE1 ►
4. LEVEL ◄1 ►
5. D -> N THRESHOLD ◄5 ►
6. N -> D THRESHOLD ◄5 ►
7. BACK
8. EXIT
9. SAVE&EXIT
WHITE BALANCE
1. MODE ◄ AUTO ►
2. BACK
3. EXIT
4. SAVE&EXIT