Q-See QD7015P User manual

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QD7015P
USER MANUAL

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Your warranty doesn’t cover the following:
• Misuse
• Accident
• Modicationoralterationtohardwareorsoftware,includingtheremovalofanyQ-See
logos or brand identification
• Cutorsplicedcablesorwires
• Productsthathavebeenpainted
• Wirescoatedininsulation,caulk,orothermaterials
• Tamperingorunauthorizedrepairs
• Unsuitablephysicaloroperatingenvironmentbeyondproductspecications
• Impropermaintenance
• Incorrectpowersuppliesbeingusedwithproducts
• Poweructuationsorsurges–pleasebesuretouseasurgeprotector
• Failurecausedbyanon-Q-SeeproductbeingusedwithyourQ-Seeproducts
• Lossofdata–pleasebesuretoregularlybackupanyrecordeddataonyourharddrive
that you want to keep to a separate storage product, like an external hard drive or a
computer.
How long does my warranty last?
From the date of purchase, your products will be covered by your warranty for two (2) years.
Warranty service does not extend your warranty.If you decide to employ an installer to set up
and install your system, we are not responsible for installation costs, and won’t be able to
reimburse you for any installation fees.
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n Careshouldbetakenduringtransportation,storageandinstallationofthiscamera
to avoid rough handling, dropping, or other abuse in order to prevent damage to the
optics or components inside the camera.
n Camerashouldbeinstalledinaccordancewithelectricalstandardsincludingkeeping
the camera and cable away from high voltage, using a transient voltage surge
protector(UL-1449)andusingonlytheratedpowersupply.
n Donotusestrongorabrasivecleanersoncamerabodyorlens.Useadampcloth
for cleaning the housing and a lens cloth for the optics.
n Do not attempt to disassemble the camera beyond removing the case to adjust
settings.Onlyauthorized,trainedtechniciansshouldservicethiscamera.
n The camera should not be immersed in water and should be mounted in a sheltered
location. Do not point camera directly at the sun or other strong light source.
This manual is written for the QD7015P pan-tilt camera and was accurate at the
time it was completed. However, because of our ongoing effort to constantly
improve our products, additional features and functions may have been added
since that time and on-screen displays may change. We encourage you to visit our
website at www.Q-See.com to check for the latest product announcements. You
can also find technical details and an electronic version of this manual on our online
Knowledge base online at www.Q-See.com/support.
Throughout the manual we have highlighted warnings and other important
information that will assist you in operating your new system in a safe and trouble-
free manner. Please take the time to read and follow all instructions and pay
attention to alerts as shown below:
INTRODUCTION
NOTE! Text in blue boxes with the Information icon offer additional guidance
and explanations about how to make the most out of your system.
IMPORTANT! Red boxes with this icon indicate warnings. To prevent
possible injury or damage to the product, read all warnings before use.
For your safety and to protect your camera
To prevent damage to your Q-See product or injury to yourself or to others, read
and understand the following safety precautions in their entirety before installing or
using this equipment.
WARNING! ELECTRIC SHOCK RISK!

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FEATURES
Your camera offers the following features:
nHighqualityvideousing1/3”SonyExviewHADCCD-IIcoupledwithSonyEfo-E
digital signal processor to produce 700 TV lines of resolution.
n960H format for wider, distortion-free images
nWeatherproof IP66 Rating
nRS485 control.
n128 preset positions - 80 preset positions and 48 special function settings.
n6mm fixed lens.
n360°continuoushorizontalrotationwith90°verticalmovement.
nLow-noise camera rotation motor.
nFully-functional built-in decoder - all data is saved inside of the module to retain
settings in case of power loss.
nRotation/tilt speed: 13°/second
nDecoder’s all-in-one integrated design ensures high reliability.
nCameracanbecontrolledwithanoptionalkeyboard
Image
Sensor
1/3” Sony Exview HAD
CCD-II
Digital
Signal
Processor
Sony Effio-E
Signal
System
NTSCorPALmodels
Lens 6mm
Scanning 2:1 Interlace
Sync.
System
Internal
Horizontal
System
700TVL (960H)
Effective
Pixels (HxV)
NTSC:976x494
PAL:976x582
Shutter
Speed
NTSC=1/60~1/100,000sec
PAL=1/50~1/100,000sec.
S/N Ratio > 52dB
White
Balance
Auto
BLC Auto
AGC Auto
Video
Output
1.0VP-P,75ΩBNC
Input
Current
12V 1.2A
Power
Consump-
tion
<6W
Protection
Rating
IP66
Operating
Temp
14°Fto122°F(-10°Cto50°)
(relative humidity: up to 95%)
Storage
Temp
-22°Fto158°F(-30°Cto
70°C)
Color White
Control
Protocol
Pelco-D and Pelco-P
Baud Rate 2400b/4800b/9600b
SPECIFICATIONS

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Unlikeconventionalsecuritycameras,
PTZ cameras require an address and
a connection speed to be set in order
for them to properly operate. The
default settings for this camera are
an address of “1” and a baud rate of
2400 and using the Pelco-D protocol.
However, if your camera came as part
of a bundle, its address may have been
settosomethingotherthan“1”.Check
the Quick Install Poster that came
with your bundle for specific details.
If you are connecting the camera in
accordance to the instructions included
with the bundle, you should not have
to change any of its settings. In either
case, if you are only using a single
PTZ camera you generally do not have
to make any changes and you may
proceed to the next section. Please
consult your DVR’s manual for required
settings.
SETTING BAUD RATE AND ADDRESS
Remove CollarRemove Collar
If you need to change your camera’s settings, they are made using a DIP (dual in-line
package) switch panel located within the camera itself. In general, it is easier to do
this before connecting the camera, but in some cases, you may need to change
settings while the camera is connected to the DVR. In this case, please make a
temporary connection by following the procedures laid out in the next section,
Connecting the Camera. Please be advised that adjusting these settings after
the camera is mounted can be difficult due to the panel potentially being inaccessible
because of location, position, etc.
To access the panel, remove the clear dome by first twisting the collar around the
dome counterclockwise. Take care to not scratch the clear dome while removing
it. The circuit board on which the DIP switches are mounted is visible below the
camera in the bottom picture.
DIP switches are binary - meaning that they are either On (“1”) or Off (“0”). Different
combinationsofonesandzeroesontheboardproducedifferentsettings.Onthe
QD7015P, there are a total of 10 DIP switches. The first eight are for setting the
address of the camera while positions 9 and 10 control the baud rate - which is
the speed in bits per second at which the DVR communicates with the camera for
control. The camera will automatically switch communications protocol to that used
by DVR - either Pelco-D or Pelco-D.
The camera’s 2400 baud rate setting allows you to effectively control the camera
up to 3,000 feet away. Areas with electronic interference may require heavier or
shielded cabling. The higher the setting (may be required by some DVRs), the
shorter the control distance.

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ON
12345678910
Camera Address
Baud
Rate
SETTING BAUD RATE
Baud Rate Switch Number (BIT)
9 10
1200bps 0 0
2400bps 1 0
4800bps 0 1
9600bps 1 1
SETTING CAMERA
ADDRESS
NOTE! Some DVRs may require
specic connection speeds. Check your
system’s manual for the proper settings.
Address Switch
(8 digits)
Code 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0
3 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0
4 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0
5 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0
6 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0
7 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0
8 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0
9 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0
10 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0
11 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0
12 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0
13 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0
14 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0
15 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0
16 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0
Address
EXAMPLE
The illustration below shows the settings for a camera with:
nAnaddressChannel16
nA baud rate of 2400

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STEP 1.ConnecttheBNCand
power leads from the camera
to the matching connectors on
a video/power siamese cable
(Note: these may need to be
purchased separately if your
camera was not included as part
of a bundle package).
STEP 2.Connectthepowerlead
on the other end of the video/
power cable to a power adapter
or power distribution panel.
Make certain that the power
supply is rated for 12 volts
and 800mA to 1.5A.
STEP 3.ConnecttheBNC
connector on that same end of
the cable to a Video In port on
the back of the DVR.
CONNECTING THE CAMERA
Before you can operate the camera, you must connect it to a system which can
support PTZ operations. There are three sets of connectors - power, video and
the bare control wires. This latter connection is covered on the next page. We
recommend connecting the camera (at least temporarily) to the DVR to test your
settings and connections before mounting it in its final location.
AUDIO IN VIDEO IN
1 3
2 4
1 3
2 4
POWER AND VIDEO CONNECTION
IMPORTANT! When connecting the
power and video cable between the camera
and the DVR, the “male” power end (red plug)
connects to the matching power lead on the
camera.
You can now plug the camera’s power adapter into a surge protector and turn it on.
To protect your investment, we STRONGLY recommended using a surge protector
thatisUL-1449rated,foraclampingvoltageof330orlower,aJouleratingofat
least 400 and a response time of 10 nanoseconds or less.

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PTZ CONTROL CONNECTION
In addition to connecting the power and video leads to the camera, you must also
connect the two control wire leads to the RS485 ports in the alarm block on the
back of the DVR. These blocks can vary in layout as shown below, but the ports
used by your DVR are generally labelled “RS485”, “RS422”, “PTZ” or “P/Z”.
As seen in the picture on the right, the wire leads from the
camera are two different colors and are labeled. They are
also pre-installed into a block which plugs into a matching
receptacle on the extension cable. There are matching wire
leads (see inset) at the other end of the extension cable
which must be inserted into the ports on the back of the
DVR. In the case of the RS485 ports being marked as
positive (+) and negative (-), the wire designated RS485A
(orange tip) is the positive lead while the wire marked
RS485B (yellow tip) is to go into the negative port. PTZ
blocks on your DVR either have small screws to above
each port to secure the wire or require a lock above the
port to be depressed with an object like a small screw
driver in order to fully insert the wire. In the latter, when the
lock is released, an internal clamp will keep the wire firmly
secured in the port. If the wire can easily be removed from
the port, then it isn’t secure and you can experience control
difficulties until it is properly attached.
Serial PortSerial Port AdvancedAdvanced
P.T.ZP.T.Z
DefaultDefault ApplyApply ExitExit
CH Enable Address Baud Rate Protocol Simulative Cruise
1
2
3
4
CH Enable Address Baud Rate Protocol Simulative Cruise
1
2
3
4
AllAll
11
22
33
44
24002400
96009600
96009600
96009600
PELCODPELCOD
PELCOPPELCOP
PELCOPPELCOP
PELCOPPELCOP
96009600 PELCOPPELCOP
Some examples of PTZ blocks. One using screws (left) and two using spring-loaded locks.
To connect your camera to the DVR
over a distance, you will need to use
both a video/power cable and a pair of
24-gauge wires to connect to the alarm
block. If your camera came as part of a
package, these wires may be included
separately or as part of the video and
power cable.
Space permitting, multiple PTZ cameras may be connected to the same ports.
They will each require a different address which is set up using the DIP switches as
covered in the previous section.
Once you have made your connections, you will need to make settings on the DVR
in order to control it. You will need to consult your DVR’s manual for this procedure,
but a sample screen (from a Q-See QT-series DVR) is shown on the right.

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When installing your camera, it is important to select a proper site not only for field
of view, but for other considerations as well:
Distance from viewing/recording device. The further the camera is from the DVR or
monitor,thehigherthechancesofsignaldegradation.Typical75ΩVideoCable
provides acceptable signal at distances up to 200’ (30m). At greater distances,
UL-ListedshieldedRG59shouldbeused.Thecamera’spowersupplyshouldbe
located as near to the camera as possible when the distance exceeds 200’ as
the power level will drop over extended distances resulting in a decrease in video
quality.
Do not place near high voltage wires or other sources of electrical interference. Electrical
interference will degrade the quality of the signal.
Place camera out of reach to avoid damage.
Avoid direct exposure to weather. Do not place the camera where rain or snow will
hit the lens directly nor should the camera be placed so that the sun or bright light
shines directly into the lens. Your camera is weatherproof, but it will not work when
submerged in water. Ensure that all power and video connections are not directly
exposed to water and are protected from the elements.
Do not place camera behind a window. If there is a light source behind the camera, it
cancauseareectioninthewindowthatwillobscureeventsontheothersideof
the glass.
Light levels should be approximately the same between camera and target area. A
camera in a brightly-lit area looking into a shaded area, or vice versa, may produce
inadequate results.
The above are guidelines and the optimal location for your camera will depend on
INSTALLING THE CAMERA
your unique circumstances. As a general
rule, the locations highlighted in green in
the picture to the right indicate the best
locations to mount your camera. Both
locations are sheltered from rain or snow
and offer good sight lines to allow your
camera to monitor a wide area. Because
your camera is weatherproof, it requires
less protection than weather-resistant
cameras and it can be placed in more
exposed locations if needed. Keep in
mind that this camera is designed to
operate between 14°Fto122°F(-10°C
to 50°) with a relative humidity of up to
95%) and consider wind chill and other environmental factors when selecting your
location.
Your camera comes with both a ceiling and wall mount. Where you locate your
camera will determine which mount you will need to use. The mounting surface
must be sturdy and able to hold at least five times the camera’s total weight.

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MOUNTING THE CAMERA
STEP 1. Run the power/video/data extension
cable from the DVR to the camera’s
location.
STEP 2. Usethemountingbrackettomark
the position for the mounting holes.
Drill the mounting holes with a 3/16”
(5mm) drill bit. If needed, the hole for
the cables should also be drilled at this
time. It is best to drill a large enough
hole to prevent the cable from catching
on anything and allowing the cable
extending from the camera to be easily
pushed through.
STEP 3. Remove the bottom plate from
the bracket’s arm to make threading
the cables easier. Pass the ends of the
extention cable through the hole in the
back of the bracket.
STEP 4. Insert the included anchors into
the mounting holes, and mount the
bracket to the surface.
STEP 5. Pass the cable ends from the
camera through the hole at the front of
the bracket (the green block should be
passed through the hole first).
STEP 6. Connectthecamera’scableendsto
those on the extention cable.
STEP 7. Secure the camera to the mount
using the three short bolts.
STEP 8. Make sure that the cables aren’t
crimped inside the bracket arm and
replace the bottom plate, securing it
with the screws. If needed, push excess
cable back into the wall.
IMPORTANT! Do not allow the
camera cable to be subject to
pinching, tight bends or other severe
constriction as part of its final installation position
as this can damage the cable over time leading to
signallossorpotentialrehazard.
Take precautions to ensure a clear work area below
the camera mounting point during installation as a
falling camera can cause injury or damage.

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Q-See Model
Number
QS50B (50’)
QS100B (100’)
QSVRG60 (60’)
QSVRG100 (100’)
QSVRG200 (200’)
QS59500 (500’)
QS591000 (1000’)
Maximum Run Length 180’ 800’ 800’
Quality Output Standard High High
Type 75ΩVideoCable RG-59 RG-59
Shielded No Yes-ULRated Yes-ULRated
Plenum Rated No No No
Pre-AttachedConnector
Video BNC BNC None
Audio N/A N/A N/A
Power 2.1mm 2.1mm None
Usage Indoor/Outdoor · Do
not run inside walls or
underground
Indoor/Outdoor · In-wall or along wall
For best results, it is highly recommended that you use RG-59 cable.
ToextendtheRS485datacable,youmayuseany24gaugewire,includingCat5.
To maintain video quality:
· Video quality is always enhanced by using shielded cables.
·Alwayscheckstateandlocallawsbeforeinstallingcameras.(2011NEC820.44)
· To prevent video signal loss, run one continuous cable between the camera and DVR for
best results. If more length is required, use the minimum number of inter-connection points
possible.
Other notes:
· If a cable run exceeds 800ft, we recommend using RG-6 coaxial cable which is available at
most retail building supply companies.
·Ifyourhomeorbusinessispre-wiredwithCAT-5cable,thenyoucanrunupto1000ft.
Powered video baluns are required for easy installation.
WHICH CABLE TO USE?
Your cabling needs will depend on the distance between your camera and your DVR. Q-See
offers several cables to fit specific needs. These may be purchased from the same location as
where you bought your camera, or on our website: www.q-seestore.com

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OPERATION
The your camera can be controlled manually through a PTZ keyboard (if supported by your
DVR), or by using the PTZ controls on the DVR to which it is connected. Depending on the
software used, it is also possible to control the PTZ camera remotely when you are logged into
the DVR via the Internet, a remote monitoring program or a smartphone app.
You can also program a cruise - also called “scan” or “tour” on some systems - so that the
camerawillperformasetsearchpatternofthesurroundingarea.Upto128presetpointscan
be stored on the camera. As mentioned in the section on Connecting the Camera, you will
need to consult your DVR’s manual for specifics on how to enable your system to control your
camera. That manual should also contain instructions on how to program points and cruises
for the camera to use.
GENERAL CRUISE SETUP PROCEDURE
SaveSave
Zoom
Focus
Iris
Zoom
Focus
Iris
Speed: 5Speed: 5
No.No.
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02020101 0303 0404 0505 0606 0707 0808 AllAll
While each DVR system is different in the
specifics of how to set up a scan, there
are general similarities. Most involve the
process of pivoting the camera to the desired
starting point and saving that point. Then, by
selecting one or more points for the camera
to move to in sequence, a scan path is built
which is then saved. Often, multiple paths
can be saved within the DVR, which can be
selected for later use.
These points can be set using a special PTZ
keyboard, or by using the PTZ controls on
the DVR itself. Two such on-screen interfaces
are shown at right; the QT-Series (top) and
QC-series(bottom).Inbothexamples,
directional control is achieved by using
the DVR’s mouse to click on one of the
directional arrows. As long as the arrow is
held, the camera will move in that direction.
Therearenohorizontalstopsandthecamera
can rotate continuously if desired. The
camera’s elevation is limited to 90°.
Onbothcontrolpanelstherearecontrolsforzoom,focusandiris(lightlevel).TheQD6531Z
hasa3xopticalzoomlenswhichwilladjustbetween5and15mm.Thecamerahasanauto-
focus feature and is not user adjustable. Objects closer than 20” (50cm) will be blurry due to
the limits of the automatic focus. Likewise, the camera automatically adjusts the iris internally
and that setting is not manually changeable by the user.
Of the 128 presets available on the camera, presets 1-80 may be used for defining camera
positions. The remaining 48 are commands for the camera. Of that latter group, Preset 95 is the
most useful as it will erase previously configured presets.

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EXAMPLE 1: SETTING A CRUISE
This example is based on using a QT-Series DVR without an attached PTZ keyboard. Your
DVR’s specific commands may differ slightly. Please consult your system’s manual.
STEP 1. In your DVR’s PTZ settings
window, select the Advanced tab and
then Preset 1.
STEP 2. Rotate the camera to the desired
position using the arrow controls.
STEP 3. ClickSave
STEP 4. Select Preset 2.
STEP 5. Rotate camera to desired
second location.
STEP 6. ClickSave
You may repeat Steps 4-6 for additional
positions if desired.
STEP 7. Return to the PTZ window and
click on the Cruise button for your
channel.
STEP 8. ClickAdd.
STEP 9. Double-click on the new cruise
setting to begin loading your presets.
STEP 10. Clickonthe+button to open
the Preset pop-up window and select
your starting preset point, speed and
stop time.
Speed: 1-8 with 8 being the fastest
Time: This is the time the camera will
stay pointed at this location.
Serial PortSerial Port AdvancedAdvanced
P.T.ZP.T.Z
DefaultDefault
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
SettingSetting
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SettingSetting
SettingSetting
ApplyApply ExitExit
CH Preset Cruise Track
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
CH Preset Cruise Track
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
SaveSave
Zoom
Focus
Iris
Zoom
Focus
Iris
Speed: 5Speed: 5
No.No.
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02020101 0303 0404 0505 0606 0707 0808 AllAll
Start TrackStart Track
Start Auto ScanStart Auto Scan
Start CruiseStart Cruise
Preset
Cruise
Preset
Cruise
Speed: 5Speed: 5
preset 101preset 101
02020101 0303 0404 0505 0606 0707 0808 AllAll
Zoom
Focus
Iris
Zoom
Focus
Iris
STEP 11. Repeat for each preset - up to a maximum of 16 per cruise.
STEP 12. ClickOK save your settings and close the windows until you reach the PTZ
Settingswindow.ClickApply to save all of the settings.
STEP 13. OpenthePTZcontrolsfromtheControlBar,selectyourcruiseinthepull-down
and click to begin.
EXAMPLE 2: SETTING A TRACK
AnalternatemethodistoutilizetheTracksettings-alsofoundintheAdvancedtab.Click
the Track button for the right channel, use the directional controls to point the camera at your
desired starting point and then click Start Record. The DVR will then record your movements,
includingdelaysatselectedspots.ClickStop Recordtoend.ClickingonStart Track in the
PTZ control window will start the camera on its track.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Solution
No picture or unstable image Checkboththepowerandvideo
connections to the camera.
The on-screen image is blurry. 1.Checkforngerprintsordirtonthelens.
2.Checkmenusettings.
The on-screen image is dim. 1.Checkforngerprintsordirtonthelens.
2.Checkmonitorsettings
The on-screen image is dark. 1. Adjust the monitor contrast settings.
Thescreenickers. Cameramaybefacingsun,televisionor
computer monitor.
The camera is not working properly, is hot,
smells or is producing smoke.
DISCONNECT CAMERA FROM POWER
SUPPLY IMMEDIATELY!
1.Checkthatcorrectpowersupplyisinuse.
2. Send camera out for repair.

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