minrray UV401 User manual

4K Ultra HD PTZ Camera
User Manual
(V1.0)

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Warning
Improper operation may cause damage to the structure of product,
resulting in malfunction of the camera; please note the following operations.
Do not hold the lens barrel by hand
when moving the camera;
Please move the camera by holding its
base with both hands or one hand.
No matter whether the camera is
powered on or not, please do not shake
the lens and PTZ (pan–tilt–zoom) by
hand; otherwise, this may damage the
PTZ, resulting in exceptional self-check
and failure of the camera to start properly.

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Notes
This manual describes in detail the features and the principles and methods for installation and
operation of this product. Please read this manual carefully before installing and using the product.
1. Precautions for Use
* Avoid heavy weight, violent vibration and liquid to prevent damage to the product during
transportation, storage, installation and use.
*
The product housing is made of an organic material, and should thus be kept away from
corrosive liquids, gases or solids.
* Do not expose the product to rain or moisture; do not use the product beyond the rated
temperature and humidity.
* Wipe the device lens with a dry soft cloth when cleaning the lens; please gently wipe it with
a neutral cleaner in the case of heavy dirt.
*
Do not use strong or corrosive cleaners, since this may cause lens scratch and impair image
quality.
*
This product comprises no parts repairable by user, so damage resulted from disassembly by
user is not covered by the warranty.
2. Electric Safety
*
The product must be installed and used in strict accordance with national and local standards
for electric safety.
* Do not use power adapters beyond the specified power specifications; otherwise, the
product’s components may be damaged and cannot function.
* When in use, the product shall be kept an adequate distance
from strong-current equipment; where necessary, protective
measures shall be taken against lightning and surge.
*
Where the product is unknot used, please turn off the power
switch and disconnect the power adapter from power outlet.
*
The product works with a DC 12V power supply, where the
polarity of power plug is shown in the figure on the right.
3. Installation with Caution
* Do not rotate the lens barrel by hand, since this may cause damage to rotating shaft of the
structure, or cause malfunction in the signal cable.
* Be sure to place and install the device level and securely, and do not tilt the product;
otherwise, tilted images may occur.
*
Make sure there is no obstacle within the rotating range of PTZ during installation;
otherwise, the rotating shaft of structure may get damaged.
*
Do not power on the device until the installation is completed.
4. Magnetic Interference
*
Electromagnetic fields at certain frequencies may affect the image of this device; this is a
class-A product. Since radio interference may occur in home environment, users need to take
appropriate actions.

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Contents
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1. QUICK INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS…………………………………………………………………..- 5 -
1.1. P RODUCT D ESCRIPTION ..................................................................................................................................- 4 -
1.2. WIRING...........................................................................................................................................................- 5 -
1.3.TALLYLAMPCONTROL................................................................................................................................-5-
1.4. BRACKET INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................... .......................................-6。
2. PRODUCT OVERVIEW...................................................................................................................................... - 8 -
2.1 P RODUCT M ODEL ............................................................................................................................................ - 8 -
2.2 P RODUCT S IZE ................................................................................................................................................. - 9 -
2.3 S UPPLIED ACCESSORIES .................................................................................................................................- 10 -
2.4 RS-232 P ORT ................................................................................................................................................. - 10 -
2.5. D IAL S WITCH ................................................................................................................................................- 12 -
2.6 P RODUCT F EATURES ...................................................................................................................................... - 13 -
2.7 T ECHNICAL P ARAMETERS ..............................................................................................................................- 15 -
3. USE OF REMOTE CONTROL......................................................................................................................... - 18 -
3.1 PAIRING FOR WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL.................................................................................................- 18 -
3.2 KEYS OF REMOTE CONTROL.........................................................................................................................- 19 -
3.3 M ENU D ESCRIPTION ...................................................................................................................................... - 21 -
4. NETWORK CONFIGURATION....................................................................................................................... - 24 -
4.1 N ETWORK C ONNECTION ................................................................................................................................- 24 -
4.2 IE L OGIN ....................................................................................................................................................... - 25 -
4.3 S TREAMING M EDIA ....................................................................................................................................... - 26 -
4.4 S OFTWARE U PGRADING .................................................................................................................................- 27 -
5. SERIAL PORT COMMUNICATION CONTROL............................................................................................- 28 -
5.1 VISCA PROTOCOL RETURN COMMAND....................................................................................................... - 28 -
5.2 VISCA PROTOCOL DEVICE CONTROL COMMAND........................................................................................- 29 -
5.3VISCAPROTOCOL INQUIRY COMMAND....................................................................................................... - 32 -
5.4. PELCO-D PROTOCOL COMMAND LIST....................................................................................................... - 33 -
5.5. PELCO-PPROTOCOL COMMAND LIST........................................................................................................ - 34 -
6. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................. - 35 -
6.1 P RODUCT M AINTENANCE .............................................................................................................................. - 35 -
6.2 TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................................................................................................- 35 -
7. COPYRIGHT STATEMENT..............................................................................................................................- 36 -

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1. Quick Installation Instructions
1.1 Product Description
Fig. 1.1 Product Connectivity
Connector specification:
1. Lens 7. Screw Hole for Installation of Tripod 13、Power Outlet (DC12V)
2. Base 8. Location Hole for Installation of Tripod 14. Power Switch Keys
3. TALLY Lamp 9. Dial Switch 15. USB 3.0 Port
4. Infrared Receiver 10. RS232 Input Port 16. HDMI Output Port
5. Power Indicator 11. RS232 Output Port 17. Audio Input Jack (LINE-IN)
6. State Indicator 12. RS422 is compatible with RS485 port 18. LAN Port
The selection address of remote-control camera is 1# by default; in the case of control with remote control,
the state indicator flashes in green;
If the selection address of remote-control camera is incorrect, the indicators does not flash while the control
with remote control is ineffective.

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To
Rotary switch: Video system selection
RS232C
VISCA cable (supplied)
HDMI interface
USB 3.0 interface
Power switch:
Power cable (supplied)
To DC12V IN 12V (12V DC input)
RS485/RS422 interface
To another VISCA IN
To VISCA OUT (VISCA output)
3.5 mm audio input jack To MIC
Network output interface
Computer, TV set orVCR
(video cassette recorder)
with video input jack
AC power adapter (supplied)
To AC (alternate
current)outlet
To VISCA IN (VISCA input)
1.2 Wiring
Fig. 1.3 Wiring Diagram
1. If 0# preset position is set, the camera will turn to 0# preset position after power-on self-test.
2. The default address of remote control is 1#, the menu restoring factory default, and the address of
remote control returning to 1#.
1.3 TALLY Lamp Control
1）During the power-on self-test of device, the state indicator flashes in green, the power indicator being off,
and the TALLY lamp flashing in red;
2）Upon completion of self-test of device, the state indicator is off, the power indicator being on
in red, and the TALLY lamp being off;
3）Serial port control command: 8x 01 7E 01 0A 00 0p 0q FF
[x] indicates the address of the device to be operated; 0p: Red lamp; 0q: Green lamp;
0p 0q: 02 03 Red lamp on, green lamp off;
0p 0q: 02 02 Red lamp on, green lamp off;
0p 0q: 03 02 Red lamp off, green lamp on;
0p 0q: 03 03 Red lamp off, green lamp off;

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Support limit post
1/4-20UNC screw
M6 nut and gasket M6 expansion screw
Main machine
Support limit post
Wall mounting bracket
Wall surface
M6 expansion
screw
Wall mounting
bracket
M6 nut and gasket
Wall surface
Wall surface
Wall mounting bracket
1.4 Bracket Installation
Note: Please install the rubber mat at the installation point of bottom-middle bracket when using the
product.
Bracket mounted, ceiling mounted, and vertically mounted; the material of wall surface is limited to
formwork or concrete; installation on gypsum board is not available.
1) The procedure for wall mounting is show in the figure below.

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PA3X30 tapping screw
Rubber plug for screw
Main machine
Ceiling mounted upper cover board
PA3X30 tapping screw
Ceiling
1/4-20UNC screw Ceiling mounted lower cover board
PM3X6 screw
Ceiling mounted upper cover board
Wall
surface
Wall mounting bracket
1/4-20UNC screw
Main
machine
Wall
surface
2) The hanging procedure is shown in the figure below
Rubber plug for screw
Ceiling

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Main machine
PM3X6
screw
Ceiling
1/4-20UNC screw
Ceiling mounted
lower cover board
Ceiling mounted
upper cover board
Ceiling mounted lower
cover board
Main machine
Main machine
Ceiling
2、Product Overview
2.1 Product Model
This series of products are classified into two models by optical multiple of lens; the specific
product models are shown in Fig. 2.1:

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Model A----- XX
IR------- IR remote control
WR------- Wireless remote control
A------- 12x optical zoom lens (1/2.5)
Fig. 2.1 Product Model
Please consult this manual and check the product features corresponding to your own product
against product models given above.
2.2 Product Size
Fig. 2.2 Overall Dimensions

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MD8M (pin)
RS232 input port of
camera
RS232 port for PC or
control keyboard
WindowsDB-9
1.DCD
2. RXD
3.TXD
4.DTR
5.GND
6. DSR
7. RTS
8. CTS
9. RI
Product
1.DTR
2.DSR
3.TXD
4.GND
5.RXD
6.GND
7.IR OUT
8.NC
DB9F (hole)
2.3 Supplied accessories
Please check and confirm all necessary accessories when opening the package; the supplied
accessories for each model are set forth in Table 2.1.
Table 2.1 Supplied accessories
Configur
ation
Standard configuration delivered
Options for customer
Supplied
accessori
es
1 power adapter
1 IR remote control
1 USB 3.0 cable
1 wireless remote control
RS232 serial port line
Wall mounting bracket
1 user manual
Ceiling mounting bracket
Rubber mat
1 warranty card
2.4 RS-232 Port
1) RS-232 Port Definition
2) Mini-DIN8-pin Port Definition
Method of connection of PC or
control keyboard to product

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NO.
Port
Definition
1
DCD
Data Carrier Detect
2
RXD
Receive Data
3
TXD
Transmit Data
4
DTR
Data Terminal Ready
5
GND
System Ground
6
DSR
Data Set Ready
7
RTS
Request to Send
8
CTS
Clear to Send
9
RI
Ring Indicator
NO.
Port
Definition
1
DTR
Data Terminal Ready
2
DSR
Data Set Ready
3
TXD
Transmit Data
4
GND
System Ground
5
RXD
Receive Data
6
GND
System Ground
7
IR
OUT
IR Commander Signal
8
NC
No Connection
3) RS232 (DB9) Port Definition
4) The VISCA networking method is shown in the figure below
Product Cascading Method
Product 1 Product 2
1.DTR 1.DTR
2.DSR 2.DSR

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0: Video format 4K60 8: Video format
1080P30
1: Video format 4K50 9: Video format
1080P25
2: Video format 4K30 A: Video format
720P60
3: Video format 4K25 B: Video format
720P50
4: Video format 1080P60 C: Menu switchable
5: Video format 1080P50 D: Menu switchable
6: Video format 1080I60 E: Menu switchable
7: Video format 1080I50 F: Menu switchable
3.TXD 3.TXD
4.GND 4.GND
5.RXD 5.RXD
6.GND 6.GND
7.IR OUT 7.OPEN
8. NC 8.OPEN
Note: The product is designed with RS232 input and output ports that can be cascaded in the
above-noted way;
2.5. Dial Switch
Rotary dial codes 0-F correspond to video system
Note: After changing the video system by rotating the dial switch, the change does
not take effect before power-off and restart.
Rotate the dial switch to C, D, E and F, turn off the power and restart the
machine, when the menu shows video system.

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2.6 Product Features
UHD cameras for information and communication are designed with sophisticated features,
excellent performance and abundant connectors; advanced ISP processing technology and algorithm
contribute to intensely alive and lifelike image effect, uniform screen brightness, strong sense of
light color hierarchy, high resolution, and favorable color recoverability. H.265/H.264 encoding is
supported, which offers smoother and clearer screen at low bandwidth.

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4K UHD: SONY CMOS image sensor is employed to offer a maximum resolution of 4K (3840×2160; 12.4
effective megapixels) and an output frame rate of up to 60 frames per second; presenting clear and realistic
UHD video, vividly displaying the expressions and movements of characters, and offering superb sharpness
and resolution of image.
Optical zoom lens: 12x optical zoom lens is employed.
Auto-focus technology: Advanced auto-focus algorithms enable lenses to achieve auto-focus efficiently,
accurately and steadily.
Low noise and high SNR: Low-noise CMOS effectively ensures the ultra-high SNR of screen. Advanced
2D and 3D noise reduction technologies further reduce noise and assure image sharpness.
A variety of audio and video compression standards: LAN port supports H.265/H.264 video compression;
USB 3.0 port supports MJPG, H264, H265, YUY2, and NV12; A-IN port supports AAC, MP3 and G.711A
audio compression encoding.
Audio input jack: Supporting sampling frequency of 8000, 16000, 32000, 44100, and 48000, as well as AAC,
MP3 and G.711A encoding.
Built-in G-sensor: Built-in G-sensor supports automatic PTZ turnover and facilitates engineering installation.
Various network protocols: Supporting ONVIF, GB/T 28181, RTSP and RTMP protocols; supporting RTMP
push mode for easy connection with streaming media server (Wowza and FMS); supporting RTP multicast
mode and network all-command VISCA control protocol.
Control interface: RS422 (compatible with RS485) output, and RS232 input/output; RS232 supports
cascading and facilitates engineering installation.
A diversity of control protocols: Supporting VISCA, PELCO-D and PELCO-P protocols, as well as
automatic identification protocol.
Ultra-silent PTZ: The infinitely variable speed realized through DC brushless servo motor enables high-
speed smooth PTZ control; external forces return PTZ to its origin at high rate.
Multiple preset positions: Supporting up to 255 preset positions (of which 10 are called for remote control
setup).
A diversity of remote controls: Users are allowed to choose IR remote control or wireless remote control
based on ambient conditions of operation. 2.4G wireless remote control is not affected by angle,
distance and infrared interference. Remote control signal passthrough is supported to facilitate
the use of back-end device.

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A wide range of applications: Conference, education, healthcare, government affairs, cloud video,
collaborative office, multimedia fusion, emergency command, broadcast, justice, public security and military,
and other system applications.
2.7 Technical Parameters
Parameters of Camera and Lens
Optical zoom
12x optical zoom
Range of focal
length
f=3.85 mm ~ 43.06 mm ±5%
Field of view angle
Horizontal: 7.59° (narrow) ~ 80.4° (wide)
Vertical: 4.6° (narrow) ~ 50.0° (wide)
F-number
F1.8 ~ F3.56±5%
Image sensor
1/2.5" SONY CMOS image sensor
Video formats supported by HDMI output include
4KP60, 4KP50, 4KP30, 4KP25, 1080P60, 1080P50, 1080I60, 1080I50,
1080P30, 1080P25, 720P60, 720P50;
"P" represents image in progressive scanning format.
"i" represents image in interlaced scanning format.
Video formats supported by USB 3.0 output include
YUY2/NV12 supports 1920×1080P30, 1280×720P30, 960×540P30, 640×360P30,
Video signal
640×480P30, and 320×176P30
MJPEG/H.264/H.265 supports 3840×2160P30, 1920×1080P30, 1280×720P30,
1024×576P30, 960×540P30, 800×448P30, 640×360P30, 640×480P30,
320×176P30
USB 3.0 compatible with USB 2.0 output supports video formats, including
YUY2/NV12 supports 640×360P30, 640×480P30, and 320×176P30
MJPEG/H.264/H.265 supports 3840×2160P30, 1920×1080P30, 1280×720P30,
1024×576P30, 960×540P30, 800×448P30, 640×360P30, 640×480P30,
320×176P30
Minimum
illumination
0.05Lux(F1.8, AGC ON)
Digital noise
reduction
2D & 3D digital noise reduction
White balance mode
Automatic/manual/one-click white balance/specified color temperature

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Parameters of Camera and Lens
Focus mode
Automatic/manual/one-click focus
Exposure mode
Automatic, manual, shutter priority, aperture priority, brightness priority
Aperture
Parameters
F1.8 ~ F11, CLOSE
Shutter speed
1/25~1/10000
Backlight
compensation
On/off
Dynamic range
Off/dynamic level adjustment
Video adjustment
Brightness, chroma, saturation, contrast, sharpness, black-and-white mode, gamma
curve
SNR
255dB
Interface specifications
Product Interfaces
HDMI, LAN (POE), USB 3.0 (type B compatible with USB 2.0), A-IN,
RS232-IN,
RS232-OUT, RS422 (compatible with RS485), rotary dial, DC12V power
supply, power switch
Video compression
format
LAN port supports: H.264 and H.265
USB 3.0 port supports: MJPG, H264, H265, YUY2, NV12
Audio input jack
Dual-channel 3.5 mm linear input
Audio output interface
HDMI, LAN, USB 3.0
Audio compression
format
AAC, MP3, G.711A
Network port
10M/100M/1000M adaptive Ethernet port supporting POE and audio & video
output
Network protocols
RTSP, RTMP, ONVIF, GB/T28181; supporting network VISCA control protocol;
Supporting remote upgrade, remote reboot, and remote reset
Control port
RS232-IN, RS232-OUT, RS422 compatible with RS485
Serial communication
protocols
VISCA/Pelco-D/Pelco-P; supporting baud rates 115200/9600/4800/2400

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Interface specifications
USB communication
protocols
UVC (video communication protocol) and UAC (audio communication protocol)
Power interface
HEC3800 power outlet (DC12V)
Power adapter
Input AC110V-AC220V; output DC12V/2.5A
Input voltage
DC12V±10%
Input current
<1A
Overall power
consumption
<12W
PTZ Parameters
Horizontal Rotation
-170°~+170°
Pitch rotation
-30°~+90°
Horizontal control speed
0.1°/s~120°/s
Pitch control speed
0.1°/s~80°/s
Preset position speed
Horizontal: 120°/s; pitch: 80°/s
Number of present
positions
Each user is allowed to set up to 255 preset positions (10 for remote control)
Other Parameters
Storage temperature
-10C~+60C
Storage humidity
20%~95%
Operating temperature
-10C~+50C
Operating humidity
20%~80%
Size
157.5 mm (L) × 189 mm (W) × 201 mm (H)
Weight (approx.)
2.60 kg
Operating Environment
Indoors
Accessories
Supplied accessories
Power adapter, RS232 control cable, USB 3.0 connection cable, remote control,
user manual, warranty card & certificate of conformity
Optional Accessories
Support for ceiling mounting and wall mounting

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3、Use of remote control
Operating instructions for remote control: Remote control is classified into IR remote control and
wireless remote control; please read the following based on the type of remote control.
3.1 Pairing for Wireless Remote Control
Wireless remote control: The procedures for operation, pairing and clearing
pairing data are as follows.
One-to-one pairing
Press and hold "Set" and "*" keys for 3 seconds, and the LED will begin to
flash; release the keys, and the LED will keep flashing; start the pairing, and
power on the receiving device; the LED will go off if the pairing is successfully
finished; after one-to-one pairing, this product is controllable only by this
remote control; to use another remote control, it's necessary to clear the pairing
data of the original remote control or to pair the new one. If the pairing fails,
the red LED will go off after flashing for 20 seconds, then the device will stop
pairing and get into Sleep; at this point, you can press any key to wake up the
device for pairing. Note: To enable the control after successful pairing, the camera
address must be selected.
Clearing Pairing Data
Press "Set" + "#" keys, and the LED will start to flash continuously, and then power off and on
the receiving device; when the LED goes off, it means the pairing data has been successfully cleared.
Sleep and Wake-up
The Sleep mode is activated immediately after no operation is performed in working state; you
can press any key to wake the device up.
The keys and operating method of IR remote control are the same as wireless remote control.

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3.2 Keys of Remote Control
After the normal startup of product, it receives and executes IR command; press the key of
remote control, and the remote receiving indicator will flash in green; when the key is released, the
indicator stops flashing. The setup, selection, horizontal and pitch rotation of preset position are
available with IR remote control.
1) The key operation method stated in this user manual refers to pressing and releasing the keys of
remote control. For example, "pressing [HOME] key" means to press and release [HOME] key; if
you need to keep the keys depressed for some time, the manual will give a particular description.
2) The operation of key combination described in this manual refers to the operation performed in
the sequence per the manual. For example, "pressing [*] + [#] + [F1]" means to press [*], [#] and [F1]
successively.
1. Address Selection
Select the address code of the product to be controlled
2. Standby Key
Press and hold the key for 3s, and the product will get into standby mode; press and hold the key for 3s
again, and the product will perform self-test again and return to the HOME position; if the #0 preset position is
set, there will be no operation within 12s, and the PTZ will turn to #0 preset position.
3. Focus Control Key
4. Zoom Control Key
[Auto-focus]: Enter the auto-focus mode
[Manual Focus]: Get into manual focus mode;
[Focus +]: Zoom-in (available only in manual focus mode)
[Focus -]: Zoom-out (available only in manual focus mode)
Pressing and holding these two keys brings about continuous
zoom-in/-out; the zoom-in/-out stops when such keys are
released midway.
[Zoom +] key: The object gets closer, and the lens
magnification increases.
[Zoom -]: The object zooms out, while the lens magnification
decreases.
Pressing and holding these two keys brings about continuous
zoom-in/-out; the zoom-in/-out stops when such keys are
released midway.