Vicon ROUGHNECK V910 User manual

XX137-16-00
V910 IMPACT-RESISTANT
DOME CAMERAS
Vicon Industries Inc. does not warrant that the functions contained in this equipment will meet
your requirements or that the operation will be entirely error free or perform precisely as
described in the documentation. This system has not been designed to be used in life-critical
situations and must not be used for this purpose.
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Product specifications subject to change without notice.
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Vicon part number 8009-8137-16-00 Rev 1208 Section 3

FCC Notice
Note: Complies with Federal Communications Commission Rules & Regulations Part 15, Subpart B for a Class
A digital device.
WARNING
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in
strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It
has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the
specification in subpart B of part 15 of the FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection
against such interference in a commercial installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception,
which can be determined by turning equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient the receiving antenna.
•Relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver.
•Relocate the equipment away from the receiver.
•Plug the equipment into a different electrical outlet so that the equipment and receiver are
on different branch circuits.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions.
The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful:
“Interference Handbook, Bulletin CIB-2”
This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Superintendent of Documents, Mailstop
SSOP, Washington, D.C. 20402-9328, ISBN 0-16-045542-1.
Warning: Power must be removed from this unit before removing circuit modules or ribbon cables.
Caution: This unit contains circuit cards with integrated circuit devices that can be damaged by static
discharge. Take all necessary precautions to prevent static discharge

Important Safeguards – Outdoor Use
GRAPHIC SYMBOL EXPLANATION
The lightening bolt symbol alerts the user to the presence of
dangerous voltage that may present the risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point symbol alerts the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance instructions.
1. Read Instructions - Read all safety and operating instructions
before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - Retain all safety and operating
instructions for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - Pay attention to all product warnings.
4. Follow Instructions - Follow all operating instructions.
5. Cleaning -(Do not use caustic, abrasive or aerosol
cleaners)
a) For units that CAN BE DISCONNECTED from the power
source, use a damp cloth for cleaning.
b) For units that CANNOT BE DISCONNECTED from the
power source, use a damp cloth for cleaning and do not
allow moisture or liquids to enter vents.
6. Attachments - Use only UL Listed Vicon recommended
attachments to prevent unit damage and personal injury.
7. Water and Moisture - Use only products designed for outdoor
environments where they will be exposed to water or moisture.
8. Accessories - Do not place the unit on an unstable surface to
avoid falling. Use only UL Listed Vicon recommended mounting
accessories.
9. Ventilation - Do not block ventilating slots and openings as
they ensure reliable operation. Do not place the unit near a heat
source or into an enclosure unless recommended by Vicon.
10. Power Sources - The product should only be operated from
the recommended power source. Use only a UL Class 2
indoor/dry or Class 3 outdoor/wet power supply.
11. Grounding - Only products equipped with a 3-prong
grounded plug should be inserted into a grounded power outlet.
Contact an electrician to replace an obsolete outlet. Do not force
a plug into a non-grounded outlet.
12. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should not be
routed in trafficked areas or in tight spaces where they will be
pinched or used to bear weight. Allow some slack in the cord
where it enters the unit.
13. Outdoor Cable Grounding - Use only grounded outdoor
cables to protect against voltage surges and static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-1984,
provides information on proper grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors and the
requirements of grounding electrodes.
14. Lightning - Disconnect the product from its power source and
cable system when possible to prevent damage due to lightning
and power-line surges.
15. Power Lines - Do not locate outside cables over power or
utility lines where they can fall and make direct contact. Contact
with power lines can be fatal.
16. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords to prevent risk of fire and electric shock.
17. Object and Liquid Entry - Never probe through, or spill liquid
into, enclosure openings to prevent risk of fire or electric shock.
18. Servicing - Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Service - Obtain service when:
a) The power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b) Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the
product.
c) The product is not designed for outdoor use and has been
exposed to water or moisture.
d) The product does not operate per the operating instructions.
Perform Vicon recommended adjustments, modifications and
troubleshooting only to avoid unit damage and personal
injury.
e) The product has been dropped.
f) The product shows a significant change in performance.
20. Replacement Parts - Use only Vicon specified replacement
parts or an approved equivalent to prevent unit damage and
injury.
21. Safety Check - Request safety checks to be performed
following repair or maintenance to verify proper operation.
22. ESD Precaution - Take all normal electrostatic discharge
precautions to avoid component damage during installation and
operation.
23. For 230 VAC Devices Only - When the disconnect device is
not incorporated in the equipment or when the plug on the power
supply is intended to serve as the disconnect device, follow the
guidelines below:
a) For permanently connected 230 VAC units, a readily
accessible disconnect device must be incorporated into the
site wiring.
b) For 230 VAC units with a plug, the outlet must be installed
near the unit and be easily accessible.
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Contents
Quick Installation ................................................................................................................ii
Introduction .........................................................................................................................1
Installation...........................................................................................................................3
Unpacking and Inspection.............................................................................................................................3
Roughneck V910 Dome Components ..........................................................................................................3
Accessory Kit..................................................................................................................................................6
Mounting the Unit...........................................................................................................................................6
Cable Connections.........................................................................................................................................8
Video Cable ..................................................................................................................................................8
LAN Connections..........................................................................................................................................8
Camera Power Connections.......................................................................................................................10
Heater Connections....................................................................................................................................11
Camera Synchronization .............................................................................................................................11
Camera/Lens Adjustments..........................................................................................................................11
Switch Settings ...........................................................................................................................................11
Lens/Autoiris Adjustment............................................................................................................................11
Final Installation...........................................................................................................................................13
Configuring the ViconNet (IP/LAN) Version ..............................................................................................13
ViconNet (IP/LAN) Version Operation........................................................................................................19
Operation...........................................................................................................................21
Maintenance ......................................................................................................................21
Care and Cleaning of Lower Dome.............................................................................................................21
Shipping Instructions .......................................................................................................22
Reference...........................................................................................................................23
Coaxial Cable Recommendations ..............................................................................................................23
Twisted-Pair Cable.......................................................................................................................................24
Network Cable ..............................................................................................................................................25
Technical Information.......................................................................................................26
Vicon Standard Equipment Warranty..............................................................................29
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Quick Installation
For complete detailed instructions on how to install the V910, read the Installation section.
Installation Diagram
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Introduction
The information in this manual covers the installation, operation, and maintenance of the Roughneck V910
Series of Impact-Resistant Dome Cameras. These units should only be installed by a qualified technician
using common hand tools and approved materials and wiring methods in accordance with the national
Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, state and local wiring codes. All interconnecting equipment or accessories
must be UL listed. Any mention in this manual of alarm inputs/outputs have not been evaluated by UL to be
used for burglar alarm functionality. When installing this equipment, use only a UL Listed Class 2 indoor/dry
or Class 3 outdoor/wet rated power supply. Read this manual through completely before attempting
installation.
The Roughneck V910 Series of Impact-Resistant Dome Cameras offers high-security cameras in a compact
domed housing. They are for outdoor applications and have permanent mold construction and a high-impact
polycarbonate plastic dome. These camera packages are designed to handle the toughest environments,
including correctional facilities, warehouses and loading docks. They include “O”-ring sealing and a heater to
allow operation in low temperature and in all weather conditions. Tamper-resistant screws make the units
resistant to vandalism.
The base of the unit screws directly to a wall or ceiling. The camera mount offers adjustment to any view
required. The camera position is adjustable horizontally and vertically. The V910 series has an integral high-
resolution color or day/night camera with a choice of lenses; the camera includes an isolated power input.
The camera accepts 24 VAC and also features line lock capability. The varifocal lens allows for lens
adjustment capability and autoiris adjustment is available by a potentiometer.
The basic V910 provides video transmission over coaxial cable. Options are available that provide TCP/IP
(ViconNet), fiber-optic and twisted-pair (UTP) video transmission. Each of these options includes an interface
board that allows the specific type of video transmission. An appropriate receiver is required for UTP and fiber
optic versions. Refer to Table 1 for a complete listing of models.
The Roughneck V910 IP Camera Dome is a powerful IP video source for a complete digital video
management system based on ViconNet Version 4 software. It is fully compatible with all ViconNet systems
and is remotely managed and controlled from ViconNet workstations and Kollector Elite recorders. It can
deliver up to 30 fps divided across the local camera input at a total nominal bandwidth of 1.7 Mbps at Q5 (360
x 244 pixels).
Equipped with a 100 Mbps LAN interface board, the camera allows direct plug-in to a network switch. Images
received from the IP camera and the other external cameras connected to its external inputs can be
displayed, recorded or archived like any other ViconNet video component using the ViconNet management
platform.
The V910 Camera Dome has 4 levels of video resolution; CIF, HCIF, 2 CIF and 4 CIF with 2 levels of
compression; Normal (optimized) MPEG4 and Full (JPEG). These comprise 8 selectable quality levels.
ViconNet utilizes an MD5 video authentication algorithm which is based on a 128-bit message used to identify
data integrity. Viewing authenticated video can be configured from the software. In addition, the IP camera
dome supports museum search, motion detection, alarm reporting, macros, audio input and alarm
configuration through the ViconNet software interface.
The Roughneck V910 Dome Camera series meets FCC requirements for a Class A device.
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Table 1
Models, Product Codes and Descriptions
Model Product
Code Description Power (W) Nom./Max* Current Rating (A)
Nom./Max.
V910-W3312/
V910-W3312-C 8759-04/ 8759-03 Outdoor; 1/3-in. ExView high-resolution color camera with 3.3 - 12 mm varifocal autoiris lens;
24 VAC; isolated power input; heater; coaxial cable
video. NTSC/PAL.
12.0/17.4 0.50/0.60
V910-W3312V5/
V910-W3312V5-C 8759-75/ 8759-76 Outdoor; 1/3-in. ExView high-resolution color camera with 3.3 - 12 mm varifocal autoiris lens;
24 VAC; isolated power input; heater; ViconNet
(ver. 4) (LAN) video/data transmission. NTSC/PAL.
19.2/26.1 0.80/0.90
V910-W3312F1/
V910-W3312F1-C 8759-36/ 8759-35 Outdoor; 1/3-in. ExView high-resolution color camera with 3.3 - 12 mm varifocal autoiris lens;
24 VAC; isolated power input; heater; fiber optic
video. NTSC/PAL.
14.4/20.3 0.60/0.70
V910-W3312T/
V910-W3312T-C 8759-44/ 8759-43 Outdoor; 1/3-in. ExView high-resolution color camera with 3.3 - 12 mm varifocal autoiris lens;
24 VAC; isolated power input; heater; twisted pair
video. NTSC/PAL.
12.0/17.4 0.50/0.60
V910-W3312DN/
V910-W3312DN-C 8760-04/ 8760-03 Outdoor; 1/4-in. high-resolution day/night color camera with 3.3 - 12 mm varifocal autoiris lens;
24 VAC; isolated power input; heater; coaxial cable
video. NTSC/PAL.
12.0/17.4 0.50/0.60
V910-W3312DNV5/
V910-W3312DNV5-C 8760-75/ 8760-76 Outdoor; 1/4-in. high-resolution day/night color camera with 3.3 - 12 mm varifocal autoiris lens;
24 VAC; isolated power input; heater; ViconNet
(ver. 4) (LAN) video/data transmission. NTSC/PAL.
19.2/26.1 0.80/0.90
V910A-CA/
V910A-CA-C 8387-14/ 8387-13 Outdoor; 1/3-in. ExView high-resolution color camera with 2.6 - 6 mm varifocal autoiris lens;
24 VAC; isolated power input; heater; coaxial cable
video. NTSC/PAL.
12.0/17.4 0.50/0.60
V910-266V5/
V910-266V5-C 8387-75/ 8387-76 Outdoor; 1/3-in. ExView high-resolution color camera with 2.6 - 6 mm varifocal autoiris lens;
24 VAC; isolated power input; heater; ViconNet
(ver. 4) (LAN) video/data transmission. NTSC/PAL.
19.2/26.1 0.80/0.90
V910AT-CA/
V910AT-CA-C 8388-14/ 8388-13 Outdoor; 1/3-in. ExView high-resolution color camera with 2.6 - 6 mm varifocal autoiris lens;
24 VAC; isolated power input; heater; twisted pair
video. NTSC/PAL.
12.0/17.4 0.50/0.60
V910A-DN/
V910A-DN-C 8389-14/ 8389-13 Outdoor; 1/4-in. high-resolution day/night color camera with 2.6 - 6 mm varifocal autoiris lens;
24 VAC; isolated power input; heater; coaxial cable
video. NTSC/PAL.
12.0/17.4 0.50/0.60
V910-DNV5/
V910-DNV5-C 8389-75/ 8389-76 Outdoor; 1/4-in. high-resolution day/night color camera with 2.6 - 6 mm varifocal autoiris lens;
24 VAC; isolated power input; heater; ViconNet
(ver. 4) (LAN) video/data transmission. NTSC/PAL.
19.2/26.1 0.80/0.90
*Note: Nominal power and current levels are calculated @ 24.0 VAC input line voltage.
Maximum power and current levels are calculated @ 29.0 VAC input line voltage.

Installation
Unpacking and Inspection
All Vicon equipment is tested and inspected before leaving the factory. It is the carrier’s responsibility to
deliver the equipment in the same condition as it left the factory.
Inspection for Visible Damage
Immediately inspect the cartons upon delivery. Make a note of any visible damage on all copies of the
carrier’s freight bill.
Make sure the carrier’s agent (the person making the delivery) signs the note on all copies of the bill. If the
agent does not have claim forms, contact the carrier’s office.
Inspection for Concealed Damage
As soon as possible after delivery, unpack the unit and inspect it for concealed damage. Do not discard the
carton or packing materials. If the unit is damaged, contact the carrier immediately and request forms for filing
a damage claim. Make arrangements for a representative of the carrier to inspect the damaged equipment.
If the equipment must be returned for repair, follow the Shipping Instructions at the end of this manual.
Roughneck V910 Dome Components
The Roughneck V910 units consist of a base (which includes the camera mounting bracket with the
camera/lens assembly) and a cover with a smoked dome. Refer to Figure 1.
Base/Camera Mounting Bracket
The base of the unit is constructed of die-cast aluminum. The base is mounted directly to the wall or ceiling.
Two cable access holes are provided. A safety cord is provided to connect the cover to the base. The camera
mounting bracket is attached to the base; the camera is factory-installed. The camera/lens position can be
manually adjusted. A heater is factory-installed for units installed in environments that require it.
Cover/Dome
The cover of the unit is constructed of die-cast aluminum. It has a 4.7 in. (119 mm) diameter dome
constructed of smoked polycarbonate plastic. A mask with a slotted opening is included to help conceal the
camera. The cover is secured to the base with four tamperproof captive screws; a special tool is supplied to
loosen the screws. A safety cord is provided to anchor the cover/dome to the base. Refer to the Maintenance
section of this manual for instructions on the care and handling of the dome.
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MAC Address (IP Versions Only)
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Figure 1
Exploded View
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Accessory Kit
There is an accessory kit included with all configurations of Roughneck V910. The table below lists the
contents.
Description Quantity
Tamperproof driver bit, ¼ hex T-15 (to remove
tamperproof screws) 1
Pipe sealant tape (to seal pipe fitting to housing) 1
Lug (for grounding) 1
Screws (for some appropriate installations) 4
Vent plug (outdoor model only) 1
Terminal block, 2-pin (power) 1
Terminal block plug (twisted-pair model only) 1
Video focus adjustment cable (fiber version only) 1
Mounting the Unit
Select a location for the installation of the V910 camera. Be sure the area around the selected location is
clear of obstacles (such as steel beams, headers, pipes, electrical wiring, etc.) which would interfere with the
mounting of the camera and that the location can support the weight of the unit [the V910 unit weighs 4 lb
(1.8 kg)]. Video and power cables must be routed to the installation location.
The V910 mounts directly to a ceiling or wall. The base has four mounting holes, and two cable access holes
are provided. As a mounting alternative, the mounting holes align with a standard 4 x 4 electrical box, and the
unit may be mounted to that. Refer to Figure 2. To mount the V910, follow the steps below.
Caution: Do not attach these units to drywall surfaces and do not install mounting screws into the end
grain of wood.
1. Loosen the four captive screws securing the cover to the base with the special tool supplied in the
accessory kit. The cover remains attached to the base by a safety cord. Allow the cover to hang.
2. Using the base as a template, mark the location of the four mounting holes [0.203 in. (5.2 mm) diameter].
See Figure 2. With the exception of ViconNet (LAN) versions, it is necessary to loosen the screws
securing the heater/bracket assembly and rotate it clockwise to access the mounting holes.
Figure 2
Mounting Hole Pattern
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3. There are two (2) cable access holes provided. Drill a hole in the wall or ceiling and route video and
power cables to the selected location and through one of the cable access holes. A 1/2-inch connection
(customer-supplied connector) is provided on the side of the base; the rear port is sized to accept a 1/2-
in. (customer-provided) connector. A conduit or electrical connector (screw-type) can be used in this
threaded hole. See Figures 1 and 2 for hole locations. Wrap the provided sealant tape around the threads
of the conduit pipe.
4. If it is desirable to use the rear cable access hole, remove the black hole plug it is shipped with and route
the conduit through the hole. Remove the plug from the side cable access hole and insert the vent plug
provided. If the side cable access hole is used, remove the plug it is shipped with and insert a Street Tee
(customer provided) into the cable access hole. Route the conduit through the top hole and insert the
vent plug provided into the bottom hole. Refer to Figure 3 for installation options.
NOTE: Failure to thoroughly coat threads will result in moisture entering the housing and eventual failure of
the unit.
Note: For outdoor installations, Vicon recommends that the vent plug should only be used if fogging
conditions exist. Additionally, if the side cable access hole is used, the base must be mounted so the
hole is pointed directly downward.
Figure 3
Installation Options
5. Fasten the base to the wall or ceiling with the appropriate hardware for the mounting surface, lag bolts
and sleeve for cement surfaces or machine screws for other surfaces. A nylon washer is provided at each
mounting hole for environmental sealing. If the rear cable access is used, be sure that holes are aligned
correctly so the cable is routed to allow a flush installation of the base. After mounting is complete, on
applicable installations, reposition the heater assembly and tighten the screws. As a mounting alternative,
align the mounting holes with a 4 x 4 electrical box and fasten the base to the box with machine screws.
6. Rotate camera/lens assembly to the desired position. Do not move the camera/lens assembly by
holding onto the lens. Make sure that the camera/lens assembly is oriented correctly; a label on the
camera/lens assembly locates the top. For roll adjustment: simply rotate unit to desired position. If a unit
with a varifocal lens is being installed, the lens can be manually adjusted for iris, focus and angle of view
(telephoto/wide). On autoiris models, there is a potentiometer for adjustment. When making adjustments,
be sure that the lens does not hit the dome.
Note: To assure a watertight seal, apply silicone sealant around the area where the base meets the wall or
ceiling. Vicon recommends Dow Corning® 737 neutral cure sealant or equivalent.
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Cable Connections
Both power and video connections are made to the printed circuit board (PC board). Refer to Figure 4A
(coaxial and UTP versions), 4B (Fiber version) and 4C (LAN version) when performing these connections.
Refer to the Coaxial, Twisted Pair or Network Cable Recommendations in the Reference section.
Video Cable
Coaxial
To connect video cables to the camera, attach a customer-supplied male BNC connector to the video cable
and then connect it to the mating BNC connector on the pendant cable on the PC board. Refer to Figure 4A.
Note: After mating the male/female BNC connectors, it is recommended that these connections be wrapped
with electrical tape to prevent shorts.
Twisted Pair
For the model using the twisted-pair video connection, use the twisted-pair video plug (provided in the
accessory kit). Strip off approximately 0.25 in. (6 mm) of insulation from each individual wire. Attach each wire
to the 3-pin female connector and tighten screws to secure wires; use pin 1or 3 for video and 2 for ground.
Insert female connector into 3-pin connector (P8) on the PC board. This signal is polarized and specific wire
connection is necessary. See Table below.
Twisted Pair Connections (P8)
Pin Number Function
1 Video
2 Video GND
3 Video
Figure 4A
Camera/Lens PC Board (Coaxial and UTP versions)
Fiber
Video is brought into the unit via the fiber cable connected to U4 on the board (standard ST connector). A
video adjustment cable is supplied in the accessory kit for adjusting the focus. Connect one end of this cable
to J4 and the BNC connector to the camera. Refer to Figure 4B.
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Figure 4B
Camera/Lens PC Board (Fiber version)
LAN Connections
The ViconNet model provides support for direct network connection to Kollector Elite Digital Video Recorders
and ViconNet Workstations via ViconNet version 4 software. A pre-installed LAN interface board allows direct
plug-in to a system network hub, switch or router. Video from the camera is available to all network recorders
and workstations for live view and recording. Video is digitized and made available through the LAN
connection. An RJ-45 connector is provided on the interface board for connection to the LAN with a CAT5
cable. Refer to Figure 4C and the Table for connections on the ViconNet board.
Alarm input and relay output type signals are carried on individually-shielded twisted-pair cable sets. There is
an 8-pin alarm connector (TB2) and a 3-pin relay connector (TB4) on the LAN board.
Alarm inputs are driven by a dry contact type switch. These signals are connected to terminal block TB2. For
example, a door switch can activate an alarm when connected to an alarm input. As a guideline (under
normal conditions), the cable should be 22 AWG for a 1000 foot (305 m) distance.
The relay output is an actual relay output dry contact, which directly drives external devices. For example, a
light can be turned on and off when the relay output is connected to the light circuit. Connect the circuit to be
switched to the connector pins on the relay output contacts located on terminal block TB4.
Additionally, there are two jacks provided for audio, JP2 (MIC) for Audio IN and JP1 (SPK) for Audio OUT. At
this time, JP1 is not available.
Figure 4C
Camera/Lens PC Board (LAN version)
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CONNECTOR/PIN
NUMBER CONNECTOR TYPE CONNECTOR/PIN LABEL SIGNAL NAME
TERMINAL BLOCK POWER (TB3)
TB3-1 HHot
TB3-2 NNeutral
TERMINAL BLOCK
A
LARM (P1)
P1-1 ALARM OUT Alarm output
P1-2 GND Ground
P1
-
3
ALARM IN
Al
arm
i
npu
t
RJ-45 LAN (J7)
J7-1 TX + Transmit +
J7-2 TX - Transmit -
J7-3 RX + Receive +
J7-4 POE POWER PoE Power
J7-5 POE POWER PoE Power
J7-6 RX - Receive -
J7-7 POE POWER PoE Power
J7
-
8
POE POWER PoE Power
1/8-IN. PHONO AUDIO
J3 MIC Audio In
J6 SPK Audio Out - N/A
Wiring Connections - ViconNet Board
Camera Power Connections
Note: Vicon systems and components, like most electronic equipment, require a clean, stable power source.
Voltage irregularities such as surges, drops, and interruptions can affect the operation of your
equipment and, in severe cases, damage certain components. Vicon strongly recommends the use of
line conditioners, voltage regulators, and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems.
Power is connected through a two-position terminal connector on the PC board (TB1 on coaxial/UTP/fiber
version; TB3 on LAN version). Refer to Table 2 for the input power connections.
Note: Use only a UL Listed Class 2 indoor/dry or Class 3 outdoor/wet rated power supply.
1. Locate the power cable terminal on the PC board (removable terminal blocks).
2. Strip approximately 1 in. (25 mm) of insulation off power cables. Then strip off approximately 0.25 in.
(6 mm) of insulation off each individual wire. Refer to Figure 5. Connect the wire into the terminal block.
Repeat for each connection. Refer to Table 2.
3. Connect the terminal block onto the board connector.
The camera is shipped prepared for 24 VAC.
Figure 5
Cable Preparation
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Table 2
Camera Power Connections
Pin Number Function
1 24 VAC
2 24 VAC Return
Note: A grounding tab is provided on the PC board for those installations requiring a ground. The use of the
ground tab to earth ground is necessary to provide protection to the camera. A Faston (lug) is provided
in the accessory kit.
Heater Connections
The V910 has a heater in the base. Refer to Figure 1. The unit is delivered with the heater connection made
to the connector (P4) on the PC board. Refer to Figure 4A, 4B or 4C, depending on version.
Camera Synchronization
When the V910 is being powered by 24 VAC, camera synchronization is line locked. If there is more than one
unit in a system, the cameras have to be synchronized to ensure there is no disruption of video display. If the
camera will be used in a line lock video application, the camera board is already set in line lock mode by
default. The use of line-locking synchronization using a V-phase potentiometer (pot) is typically included in
video equipment requiring external video synchronization. As an example, equipment like a video switcher
unit uses the camera’s line lock to reduce “video jump” on its monitor during camera switching. The
adjustment for the line lock V-phase (VR1) is on the bottom board of the camera. The V-phase pot allows
video to power line phase adjustment up to 180°. If more than 180°of adjustment is required, swap the lines
attached to the 24 VAC terminal block connector. Be sure that the selector switch is set to position “LL”
shown in Figure 7. Note that the performance of the camera’s line lock depends on the quality of the power
source. If the camera experiences roll or jitter due to the quality of the power source, then it is best to set the
camera to internal “crystal” mode. This is done by setting the selector switch to “INT” as shown in Figure 7.
Camera/Lens Adjustments
After all cabling is complete, the camera and lens can be adjusted.
Switch Settings
There is a DIP switch on the front camera board that allows the selection of: ALC or ELC; Internal (Crystal)
Synchronization or Line Lock; AGC (ON or OFF); and BLC (ON or OFF). (Note that the location of this DIP
Switch is model dependent.) The default settings on all cameras are: ALC, LL, AGC ON and BLC ON. ALC
setting is for external autoiris and ELC setting is for internal autoiris. Refer to Figures 6 and 7 for the location
and setting of the switches. (Be sure to refer to the correct DIP switch, A or B, when setting.) To obtain the
sharpest picture possible, the iris adjustment should be made from a “full bright” setting down to an
acceptable video level. This assures that the internal AGC of the camera is not operational. The day/night
camera includes a switch to select having the day/night feature turned ON or OFF. If day/night is turned ON,
at a low light level the camera changes to monochrome mode and the resolution and sensitivity increase. See
Table 3 for camera and lens specifications.
Lens/Autoiris Adjustment
The lens can be manually adjusted for focus and angle of view. On the lens, focus (near to infinity) is the front
ring and the telephoto/wide adjustment is the end ring. Focusing the lens may be impacted by the smoked
lower dome. After the camera/lens assembly is positioned as required, use the focus ring to adjust the lens to
the sharpest focus. Position the lower dome and check the focus. If it is acceptable, proceed to Final
Installation. If the lens is now out of focus, note the orientation of the dome (position on the 4 screws), as this
must remain constant throughout this procedure. Readjust the focus ring so the image is slightly out of focus
and position the lower dome in the same orientation as before. Repeat this procedure as necessary until the
lens is focused properly with the dome in position. Then proceed to Final Installation.
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Note: When adjusting the focus, it is recommended that the iris be completely open (a dark condition, either
at night or using a filter) so that the depth of field does not influence the adjustment.
On autoiris lenses, iris adjustment may be required if the picture appears dark or grainy or has poor color.
There is a potentiometer (VR1) on the camera front board to adjust the autoiris. Refer to Figure 6. Turning the
potentiometer opens and closes the iris to regulate light extremes. Turning the potentiometer clockwise opens
the iris wider, allowing more light.
Figure 6
Location of DIP Switch and Autoiris Potentiometer
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Figure 7
Switch Settings
Final Installation
After all cable connections are made, test the camera/lens to see if any further adjustments are necessary.
Align the molded ribs inside the mask with the pan bracket on the camera mounting bracket. This keeps the
mask in place and allows it to rotate with the camera/lens assembly. Reattach the cover to the base by
aligning the four captive screws with the holes in the base. Any alignment of holes and screws is acceptable.
The cover can be rotated 90° by aligning the screws/holes differently.
Configuring the ViconNet (IP/LAN) Version
The following information is provided when installing the ViconNet version of the V910 (IP dome) only. The
V910 camera dome (IP version) is shipped with one CD that contains the ViconNet version 5 software
needed to setup your IP system, including the application setup, the camera firmware and setup software
(VNSetup). Be sure the ViconNet Workstation meets the minimum requirements, is running the ViconNet
application (version 5) (VNSetup) and has the proper PTZ camera driver. The VNSetup is found on the
included CD under software, IP Camera Setup. Refer to appropriate ViconNet documentation.
Network Considerations
The V910 Camera Dome can be connected to any ViconNet network (Version 5 software). Kollector Elite
Recorders and ViconNet Workstations can be used for live viewing and recording of network-streamed video.
A network can be as simple as a single V910 connected to a ViconNet Workstation or can be complex with
the addition of several networks interconnected via WAN.
When adding a V910 IP Camera to the ViconNet network, the following items must be considered:
•The number of cameras on a switch with respect to switch capabilities and system bandwidth mapping.
•Bandwidth limitations on ports connected to workstations (using 100 or 1000 Mbps).
•Workstation capabilities such as processing speed, disk write speed and display card strength.
•Storage size and location types including local Workstation recording, attached SCSI RAID and
integrated NAS/SAN devices.
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The default parameters on the IP dome are:
Factory Defaults Network Defaults
IP address: [10.10.10.1] IP address: [1.1.1.2]
Nucleus IP address: [1.1.1.1] Nucleus IP address: [1.1.1.1]
Net Mask address: [255.255.255.0] Net Mask address: [255.255.255.0]
Gateway address: [0.0.0.0] Gateway address: [1.1.1.1]
On first startup, the camera will attempt to establish connection to the Nucleus with the default address
(1.1.1.1). Connecting it to an active Nucleus is done through the VNSetup utility.
Note: When connecting to ViconNet application version 5, the number of concurrent users viewing video
from the same device cannot exceed 10 users.
Groups and Users Restrictions
ViconNet allows creating Multiple Groups and Users in order to limit the rights to different levels. For more
information on how to create Users and Groups, refer to the latest revision of ViconNet manual XX113.
Although the ViconNet software does not limit the number of Groups and Users that can be created, the
Roughneck V910 Camera Dome has Users and Groups limitations. For ViconNet version 4, the dome can
support the first 20 Groups (including Administrators and Guests) and the first 100 Users.
Configuring the Network Settings
Note: Before starting, make sure that VNSetup is installed on the configuring PC\workstation. Installation is
done using the CD included.
There are two ways to change the IP dome network settings:
•Activating the camera for the first time: via VNSetup application.
•Connecting the camera to an active Nucleus: via ViconNet application (connection to same Nucleus as
the camera is necessary).
Note: In order to install firmware, the PC and camera must be on the same IP network.
Using the VNSetup Utility
VNSetup consists of several TABs. Each TAB provides different functionalities.
Note: Once the IP Camera Setup is run the first time, a shortcut is placed on the desktop for future use.
1. Make sure the MAC address and password of the camera is available. Use MAC Address log provided.
2. Verify that the camera is physically connected to the configuring workstation via the network.
Setup TAB
Note: Since the Setup configuration affects the entire installation process, it MUST be configured first.
In the Setup TAB, 3 fields are defined. The Upgrade files field indicates the installation upgrade directory. The
Log files field allows the user the ability to put a copy of log files in a predefined directory. Password
management selects a directory to save all password files. (By default, the setup files will be installed to
C:\VUG.) In Password file status, the number of passwords stored is displayed. Load a list of passwords is
intended for very large sites only. Contact Technical Support to use this feature.
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