Kramer K-CamHD User manual
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Contents
Introduction 1
Getting Started 1
Overview 2
Typical Applications 3
Defining K-CamHD PTZ Camera 4
Mounting K-CamHD 5
Mounting K-CamHD 5
Connecting K-CamHD 7
Connecting to K-CamHD via RS-232 8
Operating and Controlling K-CamHD 9
Controlling Via IR Remote Control Transmitter 10
Operating Via the OSD Menu 12
Upgrading Firmware 17
Technical Specifications 18
Default Communication Parameters 20
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Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world
of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the
video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we
have redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better!
Getting Started
We recommend that you:
•Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for
possible future shipment.
•Review the contents of this user manual.
Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/K-CamHD to check for up-to-date user manuals,
application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).
Achieving Best Performance
•Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-performance,
high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in signal quality due to poor
matching, and elevated noise levels (often associated with low quality cables).
•Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils.
•Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence
signal quality.
•Position your Kramer K-CamHD away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust.
Safety Instructions
Caution:
•This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be connected to other
equipment that is installed inside a building.
•For products with relay terminals and GPI\O ports, please refer to the permitted rating
for an external connection, located next to the terminal or in the User Manual.
•There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit.
Warning:
•Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit.
•To ensure continuous risk protection, replace fuses only according to the rating
specified on the product label which is located on the bottom of the unit.
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Recycling Kramer Products
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC aims to reduce
the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by requiring it to be collected
and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive, Kramer Electronics has made
arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any
costs of treatment, recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on
nts in your particular
country go to our recycling pages at www.kramerav.com/il/quality/environment.
Overview
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer K-CamHD PTZ Camera (Pan Tilt Zoom camera).
K-CamHD provides great image quality, even in low-light conditions, and easy access to
medium and large size conferencing. K-CamHD combines 1080p image quality, 12x optical
zoom, intelligent color optimization technology, ultra-low CMOS image sensors as well as 2D
and 3D DNR technology.
Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/K-CamHD to download the latest user manual and
check if firmware upgrades are available.
K-CamHD provides exceptional quality, advanced and user-friendly operation, and flexible
control.
•Smooth PTZ operation featuring a horizontal field of view (HFoV) of 72.5°, easy pan
(±170°) and tilt (±30°) ensuring complete coverage.
•High quality zoom 12x optical zoom and 16x digital zoom providing a crystal-clear
image and highly accurate close-ups.
•Simple plug and play connecting via USB 3.0.
•Built-in noise reduction delivers clear image quality, even in low light situations with 2D
and 3D DNR and WDR technology.
•High-end camera lens provides 1080p professional visuals.
•Flexible camera works with a host of meeting devices based on RS-232 protocol
communication.
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Typical Applications
K-CamHD is ideal for the following typical applications:
•Hybrid video conferencing in meeting rooms.
Controlling your K-CamHD
Control your K-CamHD via:
•RS-232 serial commands (VISCA protocol) transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or
other serial controller.
•Remotely, from the infrared remote control transmitter.
•OSD menu.
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Defining K-CamHD PTZ Camera
This section defines K-CamHD.
Figure 1: K-CamHD PTZ Camera
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Feature
Function
Camera
High quality Camera.
Tilting Mechanism
Can be set to any of 255 preset positions.
STANDBY LED
Lights green when the camera is in standby mode.
POWER LED
Lights green when the power is on.
USB 3.0 Type B Port
Connect to a PC.
LINE IN
Connect to a microphone.
RS-232 8-pin
DIN Connector
IN
Connect to a device with an RS-232 port (for example, a system
controller).
OUT
Connect to a device with an RS-232 port (for example, a camera).
12V DC Power
Connector
Connect to the 12V power adapter.
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Mounting K-CamHD
This section provides instructions for mounting K-CamHD. Before installing, verify that the
environment is within the recommended range:
•Operation temperature 0to 40C (32to 104F).
•Storage temperature -20to +60C (-4to +140F).
•Humidity 10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing.
Caution:
•Mount K-CamHD before connecting any cables or power.
Warning:
•Ensure that the environment (e.g., maximum ambient temperature & air flow) is
compatible for the device.
•Avoid uneven mechanical loading.
•Keep away from children product includes small accessories and components.
•Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used for avoiding
overloading of the circuits.
•Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained.
•Maximum mounting height for the device is 2 meters.
Mounting K-CamHD
You can mount your camera to a wall, ceiling, or place it on a surface. A built-in gravity sensor
automatically corrects the image orientation enabling mounting K-CamHD straight or upside-
down.
Note that you can also attach the device upside down, from under the bracket.
To mount K-CamHD on a wall:
1. find the correct location on the wall.
2. in the desired location, drill 4 holes 82mm
and 60mm apart (using a 6mm drill-bit) to
fit the 4 holes of the wall-mounting
bracket.
3. Insert the four expansion plugs into the
holes.
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4. Attach the wall bracket to the wall, using
the four wall-bracket screws.
You can place the bracket upside-down to
mount the camera the other way around.
5. Attach the device to the wall bracket by
fitting the mortise (on the bracket) into the
tenon (on the camera).
6. Fix the camera by screwing (A) Nickel
screw to the center and (B) then tighten
with 3 black screws.
K-CamHD is mounted on the wall.
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Connecting K-CamHD
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your K-CamHD. After
connecting your K-CamHD, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device.
Figure 2: Connecting to the K-CamHD Rear Panel
To connect K-CamHD as illustrated in the example in Figure 2:
1. Connect the USB 3.0 port to a laptop.
2. Connect a microphone to the LINE IN 3.5 Mini Jack .
3. Connect the RS232 OUT 8-pin DIN Connector to an additional Camera.
4. Connect a control system to the RS232 IN 8-pin DIN Connector .
5. Connect the power adapter to K-CamHD and to the mains electricity (not shown in
Figure 2).
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Connecting to K-CamHD via RS-232
You can connect to K-CamHD via an RS-232 connection / using, for example, a PC or
an additional camera.
Connect the K-CamHD RS-232 8-pin Min DIN connector to an RS-232 9-pin D-sub serial
port, as follows:
Camera Pin
RS-232 9-Pin D-Sub Serial Pin
1 (DTR)
6 (DSR)
2 (DSR)
4 (DTR)
3 (TXD)
2 (RXD)
4 (GND)
5 (GND)
7 (RTS) shorted to 8 (CTS)
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Operating and Controlling
K-CamHD
After connecting the K-CamHD (see Connecting K-CamHD on page 7), and connecting the
power. The device initializes, and the POWER LED lights green. The camera is ready for
operation.
Control K-CamHD via:
•Controlling Via IR Remote Control Transmitter on page 10.
•Operating Via the OSD Menu on page 12.
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Controlling Via IR Remote Control Transmitter
Use the IR remote control to control K-CamHD and the OSD to configure it. Use shortcut keys
for quick settings (see Shortcut Keys on page 11)
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Key
Function
1
Power
Press once to enter standby mode. Press again
to enter normal operation mode.
2
Number (0 to 9)
Configure or edit a preset.
3
* Key
Use together with other keys for various
functions.
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PRESET
Press PRESET + a numerical key (0 to 9) to
save the current configuration to that preset
number.
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HOME
Press to return K-CamHD to its default position.
When in the OSD, press to enter a submenu or
confirm menu.
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Return
Return to previous item on the menu.
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ZOOM
SLOW
Press for slow zoom in (+) or out (-).
FAST
Press for quick zoom in (+) or out (-).
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L/R Set
STD (1)
Press L/R +STD (1) keys to set Pan-Tilt to
same direction as L/R setting.
REV (2)
Press L/R +REV (2) keys to set Pan-Tilt to the
direction opposite to the L/R setting.
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FOCUS
AUTO
Press to automatically set the focus
to the center of the image.
MANUAL
Press to enter manual focus mode.
Then press FAR or NEAR.
FAR
When in MANUAL mode, press to
focus on a far object
NEAR
When in MANUAL mode, press to
focus on a near object.
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CAMERA
SELECT
Select the camera to configure and control (1 to
4), see Assigning up to 4 K-CamHD Units to the
IR Remote Controller on page 11).
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# Key
Use together with other keys for various
functions.
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IR RC
Press * + # + (F1 to F4) to assign a camera
address to the remote. For example, point the
remote to a camera, press *+#+F1. The remote
assigns CAMERA SELECT 1 key to this
camera. To use the remote to control camera 1
press the CAMERA SELECT 1 key
(see Assigning up to 4 K-CamHD Units to the IR
Remote Controller on page 11).
Press F4 to freeze the image (see Freezing an
Image on page 11).
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RESET
Press RESET+ a key number (0 to 9) to delete a
preset configuration. Press *+#+RESET to
delete all preset configurations.
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PTZ Control
Control camera panning and tilting using arrow
keys (left, right, up, and down).
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MENU
Enter/exit OSD menu (see Operating Via the
OSD Menu on page 12).
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BACKLIGHT
Press to turn backlight compensation on or off.
Available when exposure mode is set to Auto
(via the OSD menu).
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P/T RST
Press to self-check preset Pan/Tilt on camera.
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Assigning up to 4 K-CamHD Units to the IR Remote Controller
You can use one IR remote controller to control several cameras. To do so, you need to
assign each device to the remote controller via IR learning.
To assign a device to the IR remote controller:
1. Turn the camera on.
2. Point the IR controller towards the front panel of the camera and press the following
keys:
▪To assign Camera 1 Press *, #and F1 simultaneously to set IR address to
"CAMERA SELECT 1".
▪To assign Camera 2 Press *, #and F2 simultaneously to set IR address to
"CAMERA SELECT 2".
▪To assign Camera 3 Press *, #and F3 simultaneously to set IR address to
"CAMERA SELECT 3".
▪To assign Camera 4 Press *, #and F4 simultaneously to set IR address to
"CAMERA SELECT 4".
When assigning a camera to the remote, make sure you point directly to that camera and
check that the other cameras in the area are powered down.
Cameras are assigned to IR remote controller.
Freezing an Image
You can freeze/unfreeze an image manually:
•To freeze an image, press F4 on the remote controller. The image freezes and the
for 5 seconds.
•To Unfreeze the image, press F4 (once again) on the remote controller. The image
Shortcut Keys
Use the following shortcut keys to set the following:
•*+＃+1: OSD default (English).
•*+＃+3: OSD default (Chinese).
•*+＃+6: Quickly recover the default.
•*+＃+8: View the camera version.
•*+＃+9: Quickly set up inversion.
•*+＃+MANUAL: Restore default IP address.
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Operating Via the OSD Menu
K-CamHD enables controlling and defining the device parameters via the OSD, using the IR
remote control MENU buttons (see Controlling Via IR Remote Control Transmitter
on page 10).
To enter and use the OSD menu buttons:
1. Press MENU.
2. Press:
▪Arrow buttons to move through the OSD menu, which is displayed on the video
output.
▪HOME to enter a submenu and accept changes and to change the menu settings.
Use the OSD menu to perform the following operations:
•Configuring Camera Exposure on page 13.
•Configuring Color Settings on page 13.
•Setting Image Parameters on page 14.
•Setting P/T/Z Parameters on page 14.
•Setting Digital Noise Reduction Level on page 15.
•Defining Setup Parameters on page 15.
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•Restoring to Default Settings on page 16.
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Configuring Camera Exposure
K-CamHD enables configuring exposure parameters:
To adjust the image parameters:
1. On the IR remote press MENU. The menu appears.
2. Use the arrows to select Exposure.
3. Click HOME to enter Exposure menu. Adjust the following:
Menu Item
Function
Mode
Set the exposure mode: Auto, Manual, SAE, AAE or Bright.
Each exposure mode includes the relevant sub-menu settings.
Auto
Automatic exposure settings.
Manual
Control exposure settings manually.
SAE
Shutter Automatic Exposure.
AAE
Aperture Automatic Exposure.
Bright
Adjusts the brightness level manually
Sub-Menu
Function
Enabled in:
ExpCompMode
Select On to allow changes to the
automatically-set exposure.
Select Off to keep auto settings.
Auto mode
ExpComp
Adjust the exposure compensation
from -7 to 7.
Auto mode and
ExpCompMode=On
Backlight
Select On to allow backlight compensation.
Select Off to keep auto settings.
Auto mode
Bright
Control brightness level from 0 to 17.
Bright mode
Gain Limit
Set maximum gain limit from 0 to 15.
Auto, SAE, AAE and
Bright modes
Anti-Flicker
Set anti flicker to Off, 50Hz or 60Hz.
Auto, AAE and Bright
modes
Meter
Select the exposure meter to Average,
Center, Smart or Top.
All modes
Iris
Set the aperture value to F1.8, F2.0, F2.4,
F2.8, F3.4, F4.0, F4.8, F5.6, F6.8, F8.0,
F9.6, F11.0 or Close.
Manual and AAE modes
Shutter
1/30, 1/60, 1/90, 1/100, 1/125, 1/180, 1/250,
1/350, 1/500, 1/725, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000,
1/3000, 1/4000, 1/6000 or 1/10000.
Manual and SAE modes
Gain
Set gain from 0 to 7.
Manual mode
DRC
Set Dynamic Range Compression strength
from 0 to 8.
All modes
Exposure is configured.
Configuring Color Settings
K-CamHD enables configuring color parameters.
To adjust the color parameters:
1. On the IR remote press MENU. The menu appears.
2. Use the arrows to select Color.
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3. Click HOME to enter Color menu. Adjust the following:
Menu Item
Function
WB Mode
Set white balance mode to Auto, Indoor, Outdoor, One Push, Manual.
RG Tuning
Fine tune red gain from -10 to 10 (enabled in Auto mode).
BG Tuning
Fine tune blue gain from -10 to 10 (enabled in Auto mode).
Saturation
Set the color saturation from 60% to 200%.
Hue
Set the color hue from -10 to 10.
RG
Set red gain from 0 to 255 (enabled in Manual mode).
BG
Set blue gain from 0 to 255 (enabled in Manual mode).
Color parameters are adjusted.
Setting Image Parameters
K-CamHD enables configuring image parameters.
To adjust the image parameters:
1. On the IR remote press MENU. The menu appears.
2. Use the arrows to select Image.
3. Click HOME to enter Image menu. Adjust the following:
Menu Item
Function
Luminance
Adjust luminance from 0 to 14.
Contrast
Adjust contrast from 0 to 14.
Sharpness
Adjust sharpness from 0 to 14.
Flip-H
Define horizontal flip to On or Off.
Flip-V
Define vertical flip On or Off.
B&W Mode
Set black and white mode to On or Off.
Style
Set the image style to Norm, Bright or PC.
Image parameters are adjusted.
Setting P/T/Z Parameters
K-CamHD enables configuring pan tilt and zoom parameters.
To adjust the P/T/Z parameters:
1. On the IR remote press MENU. The menu appears.
2. Use the arrows to select P/T/Z.
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3. Click HOME to enter P/T/Z menu. Adjust the following:
Menu Item
Function
SpeedByZoom
Set to On, to control pan and tilt speed as a function of zoom.
AF-Zone
Set auto focus to front, center top or bottom area.
AF Sense
Set auto focus sensitivity to low, normal or high.
L/R Set
Set pan direction to STD (Standard) or REV (Reverse).
Display Info
Set to On, to display information or set to Off.
Image Freeze
Set to On, to freeze the image before recalling a preset. Once the
camera points to the recalled preset position, the camera returns to
normal operation.
Digital Zoom
Set digital zoom to 2x, 4x, 8x or 16x.
Call Preset Speed
Adjust the pan and tilt movement speed from 1 (lowest) to 24
(highest).
Pre Zoom Speed
Adjust the preset zoom speed from 0 to 7.
Pan tilt and zoom parameters are adjusted.
Setting Digital Noise Reduction Level
Set 3D noise reduction for a clearer picture when light conditions are low.
To set noise reduction level:
1. On the IR remote press MENU. The menu appears.
2. Use the arrows to select NR3D-Level.
3. Click HOME to enter NR3D-Level menu.
4. Set the noise reduction level from 1 to 9, or set to Off.
Noise reduction level is set.
Defining Setup Parameters
Define general setup parameters.
To define setup parameters:
1. On the IR remote press MENU. The menu appears.
2. Use the arrows to select SETUP.
3. Click HOME to enter SETUP menu. Define the following:
Menu Item
Function
Language
Define the user language: English, Chinese or Russian.
Auto Patrol
Set to On or Off.
SDI-3G Mode
Set to LEVEL-A or LEVEL-B mapping.
Auto Flip
Set to On, for automatic flip of the view.
USB Audio
Set to On or Off.
OSD Flip
Set flipping the OSD to On or Off.
Setup parameters are defined.
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w parameters.
To define communication parameters:
1. On the IR remote press MENU. The menu appears.
2. Use the arrows to select COMMUNICATION SETUP.
3. Click HOME to enter SETUP menu. Define the following:
Menu Item
Function
Protocol
Select the control protocol to VISCA, PELCO-D or PELCO-P.
V_Address
Set the number of a camera in a daisy-chain setting (1 to 7). Set the
first camera to 1 the second in the chain to 2, and so on (enabled in
Auto mode, when VISCA protocol is selected).
To daisy-chain cameras you need to use the VISCA protocol,
Net Mode to Serial and set the baud rate to 9600 (default).
V_AddrFix
Set to On or Off.
Net Mode
Set to serial port Network control to Serial or Paral.
Baudrate
Select 2400, 4800, 9600 or 38400.
Setup parameters are defined.
Restoring to Default Settings
To restore default settings:
1. On the IR remote press MENU. The menu appears.
2. Use the arrows to select RESTORE DEFAULT.
3. Click HOME to enter RESTORE DEFAULT menu.
4. Select Restore and then select Yes.
Default settings are restored.
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Upgrading Firmware
Contact Tech support if you need to upgrade the firmware (support@kramerav.com).
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Technical Specifications
Ports
USB-3.0
On a USB 3.0 type B connector
RS-232 IN
On a VISCA connector
RS-232 OUT
On a VISCA connector
Camera
Pixel
207M
Video System
1080P, 720P, 540P, 480P, 360P, 240P etc.
Sensor
1/2.7inch, CMOS
Scanning Mode
Progressive
Lens
12x, f3.5mm~42.3mm, F1.8 ~ F2.8.
Digital Zoom
16x
Minimal Illumination
0.5 Lux @ (F1.8, AGC ON)
Shutter
1/30s~1/10000s°
White Balance
Auto, Indoor, Outdoor, One Push, Manual,
VAR(2500K~8000K).
Backlight Compensation
Support
Digital Noise Reduction
2D&3D Digital Noise Reduction.
Video S/N
Horizontal Angle of View
72.5°~ 6.9°
Vertical Angle of View
44.8°~ 3.9°
Horizontal Rotation Range
±170
Vertical Rotation Range
-30°~ +30
Pan Speed Range
1.7°~ 100°/s
Tilt Speed Range
0.7°~ 28°/s
H & V Flip
Support
Image Freeze
Support
Number of Presets
255
Preset Accuracy
0.1°
Video
Format
YUY2 (BULK)
Up to 1080P@30fps
YUY2 (ISOC)
Up to 1080P@30fps
H.264 AVC
Up to 1080P@30fps
MJPEG
Up to 1080P@30fps
USB
Features
Operating System
Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Mac OS X, Linux,
Android
Color System /
Compression
YUV 4:2:2 / H.264 / MJPEG
Controls
IR Remote Control
Transmitter
OSD
PC
RS-232 protocol VISCA commands
Power
Source
12V DC, 2A max.
Consumption
12V DC, 800mA max.
Environmen
tal
Conditions
Operating Temperature
0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F)
Storage Temperature
-20° to +60°C (-4° to 140°F)
Humidity
10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing
Altitude
Below 5000 meters
Regulatory
Compliance
Safety
CE, FCC
Environmental
RoHs, Reach
Enclosure
Type
Aluminum and plastic
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