Ultrak KC5300 User manual

1/3" DSP
COLOR
SECURITY
CAMERA
(NTSC)
KC5300
USER MANUAL
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ISSUE 1 - September 1997
1997 BY ULTRAK
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PRINTED IN KOREA
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[phone]
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WESTMINSTER, CO 80030
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CONSEQUENCES RESULTING FROM THE USE THEREOF. THE INFORMATION
CONTAINED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. REVISIONS OR
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USERS OF THE PRODUCT ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CHECKING
AND COMPLYING WITH ALL FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL LAWS
AND STATUTES CONCERNING THE MONITORING AND
RECORDING OF VIDEO AND AUDIO SIGNALS. ULTRAK SHALL NOT
BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN
VIOLATION OF CURRENT LAWS AND STATUTES.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS - Read all safety and operating instructions before
operating this product.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - Retain the safety and operating instructions for future
reference.
3. CLEANING - Unplug all equipment before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. ATTACHMENTS - Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer.
Non-recommended attachments may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or
injury.
5. WATER AND MOISTURE - Keep all equipment away from liquids or any other
type of moisture.
6. ACCESSORIES - Do not place this television equipment on an unstable cart,
stand or table. The television equipment may fall causing serious injury to a child
or adult, and serious damage to the equipment. Wall or shelf mounting should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting kit approved
by the manufacturer.
7. POWER SOURCE - The camera should only be operated from the type of power
source indicated in this Instruction Manual.
8. POWER CORDS - Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate
this product where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.
9. LIGHTNING - When this product is left unattended or unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the power supply and disconnect it from other equipment.
This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power-line
surges.
10. OVERLOADING - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
11. FOREIGN OBJECTS - Never insert objects of any kind into this product through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock.
12. SERVICING - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer
all servicing to qualified service personnel.
13. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - Disconnect the camera equipment and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
b) If the video product has been exposed to moisture.
c) The video product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the video product to its normal operation.
d) If the video product has been dropped, or the cabinet damaged.
When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this
indicates a need for service.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.1 PURPOSE.................................................................................... 1
1.2 SYSTEM INSTALLATION ............................................................ 1
2.1 WHITE BALANCE ADJUSTMENT (WBA)................................... 6
2.2 CAMERA ADJUSTMENTS .......................................................... 6
2.3 MANUAL IRIS LENS ADJUSTMENT........................................... 7
2.4 VIDEO-TYPE AUTO-IRIS LENS INSTALLATION &
ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................. 7
2.5 DC-IRIS LENS INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT ................. 9
2.6 DC IRIS BACK FOCUS ADJUSTMENT .................................... 11
2.7 ZOOM LENS BACK FOCUS ADJUSTMENT ............................11
2.8 PHASE ADJUSTMENT .............................................................. 12
3.1 DAVE ADDRESS CONFIGURATION........................................ 14
3.2 DAVE ALARM CONFIGURATION............................................. 15
3.3 DAVE DUAL OUTPUT CONFIGURATION................................ 15
4.1 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................... 17
4.2 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ................................................. 17
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................. BACK COVER

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SECTION 1
KC5300 CCD COLOR SECURITY CAMERA
1.1 PURPOSE
The KC5300 1/3" DSP color security camera provides sharp,
true-color images especially for closed circuit television and
security surveillance applications. The KC5300 camera features:
•1/3" interline transfer CCD image sensor
•Selectable white balance, shutter speed & electronic iris
•Multi-zone back-light compensation
•Dual video output for conventional video and Ultrak’s
DAVE™ video technology
•AGC and Gamma correction
•Supports standard CS- or C-mount lenses
•Compatibility with video-type and dc-type auto-iris lenses
•Excellent picture quality
•Flexible configuration
•Two-year warranty
This manual describes how to set up and operate the KC5300
camera.
1.2 SYSTEM INSTALLATION
Installation of the KC5300 camera must be performed by
qualified service personnel in accordance with all local and
national electrical and mechanical codes. Perform the following
steps to install the KC5300 camera.
A. Remove all components from the package and identify the
items that will be used during installation:
•KC5300 camera
•Installation manual
•C/CS lens mount adapter (supplied, but may not be
needed for installation)

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B. Other items used during the installation that are NOT
supplied with the KC5300 camera may include:
•Camera lens
•Coaxial cable
•Camera stand or mounting bracket
•24V ac power supply
•Mounting hardware
•Security monitor
Refer to the following figures for identification of the KC5300
camera.
FIGURE 1. TOP OF CAMERA
FIGURE 2. BOTTOM OF CAMERA

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FIGURE 3. BACK OF CAMERA
FIGURE 4. FRONT OF CAMERA

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FIGURE 5. SIDE OF CAMERA WITH DOOR OPEN
C. Select a suitable location for the camera. Install the camera
stand or mounting bracket in the selected location using a
suitable fastener. The camera stand or mounting bracket
must be attached to a structural object, such as a wall stud
or ceiling rafter, that supports the weight of the camera and
mount.
D. The KC5300 camera has a threaded mounting hole on the
bottom and top of the camera housing to allow for bottom or
top mounting. The ¼"-20 UNC threaded mounting hole
attaches to the bolt on the camera stand or mounting
bracket.
NOTE: Do not aim or point the camera toward the sun or
into a strong light.
E. Attach a CS-mount lens directly to the front of the camera
lens mount (back focus ring). If a C-mount lens is used,
attach the supplied C -mount ring adapter directly to the
focus ring. Then attach the C-mount lens to the adapter.
OFF
ON
E
I
Shutter
1 - 10000
2 - 1000
3 - 500
4 - 250
5 - 100
6 - 60
AWB
1 - 9000
2 - 6000
3 - 4500
4 - 3200
5 -
6 - A uto
BLC
1
2
3
4
B
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C
G
A
M
A
G
C
KSSO4S
0.45
GE 1 2 3 4
1
2
3 4
5
6
1
2
3 4
5
6
1
2
3 4
5
6
Shutter Speed
Backlight Compensation
Backlight Compensation
White Balance
Auto Gain Control
Gamma Correction
Electronic Iris

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F. If an auto-iris lens is used, connect the cable to the terminal
block for a video-type auto-iris lens. If using a DC iris lens,
use the mini-DIN connector supplied with the camera.
G. Route the coaxial cable from the monitor to the camera.
H. Plug the cable into the BNC output connector labeled "video
out" on the rear of the camera. The DAVETM I/O is only used
in DAVETM applications.
I. Plug the other end of the cable into the video input port on
the rear of the monitor.
J. Connect a two conductor power cable to the 24V ac input on
the rear of the camera.
K. Apply 24V ac power to the camera.
L. Adjust the lens focus and iris controls for an optimum picture.

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SECTION 2
KC5300 CAMERA ADJUSTMENTS
2.1 WHITE BALANCE ADJUSTMENT (WBA)
This adjustment is used to place the white balance function of the
camera into the AUTO (automatic) mode. If the switch is placed
in the AUTO position, the camera will automatically try to
maintain white objects as white even if the light color changes.
White balance levels may be selected manually, from 3200K to
9000K.
2.2 CAMERA ADJUSTMENTS
Following are the camera adjustments that can be made by
opening the side door. Use the diagram on the following page to
reference the explanations of each adjustment.
FIGURE 6. SIDE CAMERA ADJUSTMENTS
A. Adjustable Shutter Speed (On/Off) – Allows the adjustment of the
light gathering period (i.e., 1/60th of a second) of the camera.
B. Multimode Backlight Compensation – Allows for the selection of
four backlight compensation modes: 1) 40% center, 2) top half,
3) bottom half, 4) head and shoulders
AWB
1- 9000
2- 6000
3- 4500
4- 3200
5- ------
6-
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uto

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C. Electronic Iris (On/Off) – Automatically varies the camera’s
shutter to mimic auto iris control, allowing fixed or manual iris
lenses to be used in a wider range of area.
D. Gamma Correction (On/Off) – Ensures a linear correlation of light
gain on the entire system.
E. AGC (Automatic Gain Control) (On/Off) – This electrical circuit
attempts to keep signals at a constant level. This control is very
useful while using the camera at low light levels. The higher the
number, the better the signals. Typical values include 12-20dB
(i.e., a gain of approximately 4X-10X).
2.3 MANUAL IRIS LENS ADJUSTMENT
When using the manual iris lens, turn the iris ring on the lens to
the OPEN position and adjust the manual iris for the appropriate
range. Adjust during the brightest conditions, opening the lens
without saturating the picture. Set the EI switch to ON. Adjust the
lens opening for the minimum F-number yielding a good picture
under the brightest scene conditions.
The manual iris is used in indoor applications where lighting from
windows can considerably affect the light level of the room.
2.4 VIDEO-TYPE AUTO-IRIS LENS INSTALLATION &
ADJUSTMENT
The KC5300 camera supports video-type auto iris lenses to
adjust for changing light levels. Perform the following steps to
install and adjust a video-type auto-iris lens.
A. Thread the video-type auto iris lens on to the lens mount.
B. Connect the lens control wiring to the three position terminal
block on the back of the camera. The following diagram
illustrates the Pin connections. Red, white and black are the
most common colors used for wiring on video-type auto iris
lens.

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Pin Name Wire Color
+B Voltage + Red
VI Video White
G Ground Black
C. Apply power to the camera.
D. Adjust the focus ring on the lens for an optimum picture. If a
picture is not visible, set the lens for proper exposure by
adjusting the ALC (automatic level control) and Level on the
lens. The ALC setting can range between AVG (average) or
PK (peak). A mid-range setting is appropriate for most
applications.
E. For ALC adjustments:
AVG To slow the reaction of the lens to changing light,
set the range to the AVG setting to average the
video level from the camera. Use when there are
bright spots in the picture such as lights or glare
from the sun.
PK To increase the speed of the lens reaction to the
changing light, set the lens adjustment to PK so the
lens will adjust to the brightest or peak object in the
video. Use this setting if you want to see the
brightest object and not the background objects.
F. For level adjustments:
1. Adjust the level control for the best picture during the
day. A night adjustment may not provide the proper
setting for controlling the light during the day.
2. Set the back focus of the camera before the final
adjustment of the video level.

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H. If the auto-iris has a gain adjustment:
1. If the lens oscillates between open and closed under
bright lights, slowly turn the gain adjustment counter
clockwise until the oscillating stops.
2. Increase the light getting to the camera by adjusting the
level control and re-adjusting the gain control as
necessary.
3. Reset the level control as noted in step E.
2.5 DC-IRIS LENS INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT
The KC5300 camera supports a dc-iris lens. To install and adjust
a dc-type auto-iris lens, do the following:
A. Thread the dc-iris lens onto the lens mount on the front of the
camera.
B. Solder the lens control wires to the HIROSE connector
supplied with the camera.
Pin Name
1 Damp Coil -
2 Damp Coil +
3 Drive Coil +
4 Drive Coil -

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FIGURE 7. LENS CONTROL CONNECTIONS
C. Plug the connector into the DC-IRIS jack on the back of the
camera. The connector is polarized and can only be inserted
into the jack one way.
FIGURE 8. CAMERA SIDE AND BACK VIEW

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D. Apply power to the KC5300 camera.
E. Adjust the dc-iris lens for an optimum picture. Use the IRIS
LEVEL control on the back of the camera for optimum
picture quality.
2.6 DC IRIS BACK FOCUS ADJUSTMENT
For best results, perform back focus adjustments at night or
while using a #6 or #8 welder’s glass in front of the lens. The
focus of the camera will change slightly if the camera iris was
adjusted on a light scene, then changes to a dark scene.
However, the camera will remain in focus if the iris was focused
on a dark scene and the scene lightens.
A. After mounting the lens onto the camera, apply power to the
camera.
B. If a picture is visible, focus on the picture. If the picture is not
visible, open the iris on the lens. Open the lens as wide as
possible by placing the welder’s glass in front of the lens and
forcing the lens to automatically open.
C. When the iris is open to the widest point, re-adjust the focus
for a clear picture. If a clear picture is not possible, set the
focus ring to midrange.
D. Loosen the back focus lock screw.
E. Adjust the back focus ring for a clear picture.
F. Tighten the back focus lock screw.
G. Fine tune the focus with the focus ring on the lens.
H. Remove the welder’s glass from in front of the lens.
I. Adjust the iris of the lens for the best picture quality.
2.7 ZOOM LENS BACK FOCUS ADJUSTMENT
The objective of back focusing a zoom lens is similar to that of a
fixed focal length camera, except that the back focus is also
adjusted to maintain the focus when “zooming” the lens in and
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A. Choose an object at the farthest range that you wish to look
at with a zoom lens.
B. Make sure the iris of the lens is wide open. (Do this by
adjusting the camera at night or use a welder’s glass in front
of the lens.)
C. Adjust the focus to the stop on the far range.
D. Adjust the zoom on the lens to obtain the widest picture.
E. Loosen the back focus lock screw.
F. Adjust the back focus ring for the clearest picture.
G. Tighten the back focus lock screw.
H. Adjust the zoom on the lens to the far telephoto position.
I. Adjust the back focus ring for the clearest picture.
J. Adjust the zoom on the lens back to the widest picture.
K. Loosen the back focus screw.
L. Readjust the back focus for the clearest picture.
M. Tighten the back focus lock screw.
N. Repeat the previous steps, as many times as necessary, to
maintain a clear picture through the entire zoom range.
2.8 PHASE ADJUSTMENT
Phase adjustment is used in multi-camera systems when power
is supplied from different sources, causing the camera to be out
of phase. This situation affects auto-switching of the cameras by
causing a vertical flip or roll during the switch interval. The
vertical phase adjustment allows the camera’s line lock sync to
be adjusted from 0 to 260 degrees with reference to the zero line
crossing of the ac frequency.
A. Ensure that all cameras are powered from the same
electrical source and wired in a similar fashion.

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B. Adjust the phase control on the side of the camera until there
is no vertical flip or roll on the monitor when using the auto-
switcher.
FIGURE 9. PHASE CONTROL

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SECTION 3
CAMERA CONFIGURATIONS FOR DAVE™ SYSTEMS
3.1 DAVE ADDRESS CONFIGURATION
Use the following chart for camera address switch settings in
systems using Ultrak’s DAVE technology.
FIGURE 10. CAMERA ADDRESS SWITCH SETTINGS
ADDRESS SW1SW2SW3SW4SW5
1 off off off off off
2 on off off off off
3 off on off off off
4 ononoffoffoff
5 off off on off off
6 on off on off off
7 off on on off off
8 onononoffoff
9 off off off on off
10 on off off on off
11 off on off on off
12 on on off on off
13 off off on on off
14 on off on on off
15 offonononoff
16 on on on on off
17 off off off off on
18 on off off off on
19 off on off off on
20 on on off off on
21 off off on off on
22 on off on off on
23 off on on off on
24 on on on off on
25 off off off on on
26 on off off on on
27 off on off on on
28 on on off on on
29 off off on on on
30 on off on on on
31 offonononon
32 on on on on on
ON
OFF