Visionhitech VC58EP-12 User manual

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650TVL WDR True Day/Night
Box Camera
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IN NS ST TR RU UC CT TI IO ON N M MA AN NU UA AL L
VC58EP-12 12VDC
VC58EP-24 12VDC/24VAC
Visionhitech Co., Ltd.

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Dear Customers!
By selecting this product, you have decided to use a professional device that guarantees
highest quality and reliability. We would like to thank you very much for your confidence and
kindly ask you to read the following instructions carefully before Installation and operation in
order to take full advantage of all quality features regarding this product.
The lighting flash with an arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
INFORMATION - This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at its own
expense.
WARNING – Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
CAUTION – To prevent electric shock and risk of the fire hazards:
Do NOT use power source other than that specified.
Do NOT expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK
CAUTION
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK)
This installation should be made by a qualified service person and should conform to
all local codes.

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Table of contents
1. Precautions ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4
2. Limitation of liability ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 5
3. Disclaimer of warranty --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
4. Package Contents --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
5. Name and function of each part ---------------------------------------------------------------------------6
6. Installation -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7 ~ 8
6-1. Lens
6-2. When using an auto iris lens (DC- drive)
6-3. When using a C-Mount Lens
6-4. When using a CS-Mount Lens
6-5. Power
7. Function and operation ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 ~ 18
7-1.On Screen Menu(OSD)
7-2. Setting up the menu
7-3. DAY/NIGHT
7-4. AWB
7-5. AE
7-6. WDR
7-7. EFFECT
7-8. PRIVACY
7-9. MOTION
7-10. SYSTEM
7-11. RESET
7-12. EXIT
8. Troubleshooting --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
9. Dimension ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 20
10. Specification ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21

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1. Precautions
zPlease read the manual carefully before the installation in order to make use the
camera to be set up correctly and to have the best picture quality.
zPlease keep the manual in good condition for your future reference and service
application.
zInstallation and services should only be carried out by an authorized personnel
according to local safety regulations.
zIf any liquid or solid matter gets into the housing, immediately disconnect the
camera from power supply and have it checked by your authorized dealer before
reusing.
zAvoid installing the camera at extremely hot or cold places.
zIf you are not a certified person, never try to dismantle the camera. To avoid
electric shock, never remove the screws or covers. There are no parts inside that
need maintenance by the user. All maintenance should be carried out by qualified
personnel.
zAvoid installing the camera at a place of high humidity.
zAvoid installing the camera at the place exposed to gas or oil.
zKeep the top glass of the lens always clean in order to obtain the best picture
quality all the time. Be careful not to be stained by fingerprint.
zDon't face the camera directly toward sunlight or sunlight reflecting area.
The sensor may go defective at this condition.
zPlease give a special attention to keep the unit from dangerous drop or
external shock during the process of transportation or handling.
zNever try to touch the camera in wet hand. It may cause an electric shock.
zDo not expose the camera to radioactivity. It causes a serious damage on the
sensor.

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2. Limitation of liability
This publication is provided “AS IS” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied,
including but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for any particular
purpose, or non-infringement of the third party's right. This publication could include technical
inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are added to the information herein, at any time,
for the improvements of this publication and/or the corresponding product(s).
3. Disclaimer of warranty
In no event shall seller be liable to any party or any person, except for replacement or
reasonable maintenance of the product, for the cases, including but not limited to below :
(1) Any damage and loss, including without limitation, direct or indirect, special,
consequential or exemplary, arising out of or relating to the product;
(2) Personal injury or any damage caused by inappropriate use or negligent operation
of the user;
(3) Unauthorized disassemble, repair or modification of the product by the user;
(4) Inconvenience or any loss arising when images are not displayed, due to any reason
or cause including any failure or problem of the product;
(5) Any problem, consequential inconvenience, or loss or damage, arising out of the
system combined by the devices of third party.
(6) Any claim or action for damages, brought by any person or organization being
photogenic subject, due to violation of privacy with the result of that surveillance-
camera's picture, including saved data, for some reason, becomes public or is used
for the purpose other than surveillance.
4. Package contents
WDR Box Camera 1EA Instruction Manual 1EA C-Mount Adaptor
AutoIrisPlug1EA

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5. Name and function of each part
(1) Photo sensor
(2) C-Mount lens adaptor
(3) Protective cover
(4) DC Iris Jack for DC Auto Iris Lens
(5) Back focus adjustment Knob
(6) Power indicator LED
(7) OSD Control button
(8) RS-485 Control port
(9) Video output (BNC Female)
(10)Power input terminal
(11)Mounting bracket holder
This mount bracket holder can be moved to
the top part.

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6. Installation
6-1. Lens
Lens is not supplied with the unit. C-Mount or CS-Mount type of lens is available.
Please select a lens that has a good F-Stop number in order to get the best picture quality.
Using of DC auto iris lens is recommended to achieve the best results for operating this
product effectively.
☞Caution
Please make sure the surface of the lens is always clear. Clean dirt or water drops with soft
cloth in order to avoid the picture blooming or reflection.
☞NOTE
To get the best image quality, please use recommended lenses from the manufacturer or
camera supplier.
6-2. When using an auto iris lens (DC-drive)
1. Please take off the sleeve outer cable of the lens by 10mm.
2. Please take off the sleeve inner cable of the lens by 2mm.
3. Solder the wires on the pin-connector (iris-jack) supplied with the lens according to the pin
configuration as shown in the drawing.
4. Assemble the lens.
5. Connect the Auto Iris jack.
6-3. When using a C-mount Lens
●Please assemble C-Mount adaptor.
●C-Mount adaptor is included in the package.
●Fix the lens by turning it clockwise.
Pin No. Lens
DC
No.1 Pin Damping -
No.1 Pin Damping +
No.1 Pin Drive +
No.1 Pin Drive -

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6-4. When using a CS-mount Lens
●Take off the Protection cover.
●Take off the C-MOUNT adaptor(if any).
●Assemble the CS-MOUNT lens by turning it clockwise.
6-6. Power
12VDC camera
Please make sure to use a UL/CE approved and
12VDC/500mA regulated power supply.
12VDC/24VAC Dual Power camera (Option)
Please use either 12VDC Power of 24VAC Power
Source with non-polarity connection.
- When used with an Auto Iris lens, please insert the
iris jack into the Iris socket which is located on the
right side of the camera.
- Please set the lens mode by using OSD Switch on
the back of the camera depending on the type of
selected lens.
☞Caution
- Use the lens as shown in the picture here.
- When the lens is out of the spec, it could damage the camera inside
or may not be correctly fit with the camera.
- Use the lens less than 450g. Heavier lens can damage the camera.

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7. Function and operation
7-1. On Screen Menu
MAIN MENU
DAY&NIIGHT D/N MODE
BURST
D TO N LUX
N TO D LUX
D/N DELAY TIME D/N RESSET RETURN
AWB AWB MODE ATW MODE RED
BLUE
AWB RESET RETURN
AE IRIS MODE
BRIGHHTNESS
FLICKERLESS
SHUTTEER
AGC
DSS
AE SPEED
AE RESET
RETURN
WDR WDR MODE WDR LEVEL
USER LEVEL
BLC MODE WDR RESET RETURN
EFFECT SHARPNESS
COLOR ADJUST
REVERSAL
DIGITAL ZOOM
BLEMISH
DNR ADJUST
DIS
EFFECT RESET
RETURN
PRIVACY AREA NUM
MASK DEFINE
MASK COLOR
BLEND LEVEL
MOSAIC
MASK SIZE
MASK POSITION
PRIVACY RESET
RETURN
MOTION MD NUM
MD DEFINE
MD LEVEL
MD DISPLAY
MD SIZE
MD POSITION
MD RESET RETURN
SYSTEM CAMERA ID
ID DISPLAY
NAME DISPLAY
485 TERM
BAUD RATE
FIRMWARE
SYSTEM RESET RETURN
RESET FACTORY INIT RETURN
EXIT
7-2. Setting up the menu
Settings can be made using the OSD Switch located on the back of the camera.
1. Press the button to access the SETUP mode.
The SETUP menu is displayed on the
monitor.
2. Please select any function you wish to
activate by using the UP/DOWN selections.
The cursor can be moved up or down by
using the UP/DOWN selections.

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Position the cursor to point to the function
you wish to operate.
* MAIN-menu : Use UP/ DOWN selections. / SUB-menu : Use PUSH selection
3. Change the status of the selected feature using the LEFT/RIGHT selections.
When the LEFT or RIGHT selection is done, available values and modes are displayed in
order.
Please keep the selection until you get to the mode you wish to operate.
4. When completed, move the cursor indicator to ‘EXIT’ position and press the Button to finish
the setting.
7-3. DAY/NIGHT
You can display pictures in COLOR/BW/AUTO.
(1) D/N MODE : AUTO / COLOR / BW (Default : AUTO)
1. Please position the cursor on ‘DAY/NIGHT’ on the
SETUP menu by using the UP and DOWN selections.
2. Please select the mode you wish to operate by using the
LEFT and RIGHT selections.
- COLOR : The picture is always displayed in color.
- BW : The picture is always displayed in black and white.
- AUTO: Automatically turns between Day and Night Mode according to CDS operation.
(2) BURST (Default : OFF)
-Burst signal can be turned to on/off.
(3) D TO N LUX (Default : 5LUX)
- Day to Night switching lux level is adjustable.

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(4) N TO D LUX (Default : 6LUX))
- Night to Day switching lux level is adjustable.
(5) D/N DELAY TIME (Default : 5Sec)
- Day/Night switching duration time is adjustable in 1 ~ 60 sec.
(6) D/N RESET
- All settings of DAY/NIGHT menu turns to initial factory default value.
(7) RETURN
- It returns to the MAIN MENU.
7-4. AWB (Auto White Balance)
This is useful when the cameras are installed in different artificial
lighting conditions where a standard ‘White Balance’ condition is
not suitable for all.
(1) AWB MODE : ATW / PUSH / HOLD / USER (Default : ATW)
1. Please position the cursor on ‘AWB’ on the
SETUP menu by using the UP and DOWN selections.
2. Please select the mode you wish to operate by using the
LEFT or RIGHT selection.
3. Please select one of the 4 modes below.
(2) ATW MODE : (Auto Tracking White Balance)
- IN : This mode can be used within the color temperature range of 2,500˚K~7000˚K.
- OUT : This mode can be used within the color temperature range of 1,800˚K~10,500˚K.
(Default:IN)
☞NOTE : In case of indoor use, ATW(IN) mode is higly recommended.
(3) PUSH MODE : This mode can be used within the color temperature range of
1,800˚K~10,500˚K.
☞NOTE : In case of outdoor use, PUSH mode is recommended.
(4) HOLD MODE : This mode is used to fix AWB in a specific environment.
☞NOTE : When there are drastic movements of some specific colored features such as red,
blue, green or yellow cars on the express road and when environment is volatile so much,
HOLD MODE is strongly rcecommended.
(5) USER MODE
USER MODE is suitable for enhanced users who want to set red and/or blue value
manually according to user’s environment.
Please change to manual adjustment mode and press OSD Switch.
Set the appropriate color temperature, and then increase or decrease the red and blue
color values while monitoring the color changes on the screen.

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- RED : Adjust the level between 00 ~ 50 (Default : 06)
- BLUE : Adjust the level between 00 ~ 50 (Default : 06)
(6) AWB RESET
- All settings of AWB menu turn to initial factory reset value.
(7) RETURN
- Returns to the MAIN MENU.
7-5. AE (Auto Exposure)
(1) IRIS MODE : DC / MANUAL (Default : DC)
- DC : It’s for DC drive auto iris lens.
- MAMUAL : It’s for Manual iris lens.
(2) BRIGHTNESS : Adjusts the brightness in 00 ~ 99 (Default : 40).
(3) FLICKERLESS : OFF / SHUTTER / GAIN (Default : OFF).
- SHUTTER : The electronic shutter speed is fixed to 1/100 sec.(NTSC) or 1/120 sec.(PAL) of
the Flashing period of the fluorescent lihgting to minimiz the flicker.
- GAIN : The gain modulation mode is used when flashing of the flicker
Changes cyclically to control the digital gain inside the DSP to minimize the flicker.
- OFF : FLICKERLLESS is disabled.
This FLICKERLESS mode is used only when there is a difference in frequency between the
power system (50Hz) and TV system (60Hz). In this case, flicker occurs on the monitor. In
most countries other than Japan, it is not necessary to use
FLICKERLESS mode.
(4) SHUTTER : The shutter speed is controlled manually. (Default : OFF)
- User can select the speed from ‘1/60’ to ‘1/100,000 sec. (NTSC),
‘1/50’ to ‘1/100,000 sec. (PAL).
(5) AGC(Auto Gain Control)
If the Gain level turns to higher, The higher the screen becomes brighter.
But, the higher gain level causes more noise.
- OFF/6dB/12dB/18dB/24dB/30dB/36dB/42dB/48dB/54dB/60Db (Default : 30dB)
(6) DSS(Digital Slow Shutter)
Low light sensitivity is greatly improved with the use of this function.
Low light sensitivity level is adjustable between 2x ~ 512x.
When DSS level turns to higher, the picture is brighter.
But, noise is increased as much as the same rate of increasing the DSS level.
ON : DSS level is adjustable between 2x ~ 512x (Default : 4x)
OFF: DSS is disabled.
(7) AE SPEED : Speed of Auto Exposure is adjustable.

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- SLOW / NORMAL / FAST (Default : NORMAL)
(8) AE RESET
- All settings of AE menu turns to the initial factory default value.
(9) RETURN
- Returns to the MAIN MENU.
7-6.WDR(Wide Dynamic Range)
(1) WDR MODE : OFF / WDR1 / WDR2 (Default : WDR2)
- OFF : WDR is disabled.
- WDR1 : WDR is ON at Color and WDR is OFF at B/W.
- WDR2 : WDR is always ON regardless of Color and B/W.
(2) WDR LEVEL : LOW / MID / HIGH / USER (Default : MID)
- LOW : WDR level is adjusted to a low value.
- MID : WDR level is adjusted to a middle value.
- HIGH : WDR level is adjusted to a high value.
- USER : WDR level is fine- tuned in 1-50.
(3) USER LEVEL : Adjust the value after selecting USER in WDR LEVEL.
- Adjustable range is in 1-50. (Default : 17)
(4) BLC(Back Light Compensation) MODE : OFF / ON (Default : OFF)
- When there is a bright light coming from the background of the object, this mode makes the
Darkened object to be configurable. This mode can be used when WDR mode is not
Necessary.
(5) WDR RESET
- Resets all setting of WDR menu.
(6) RETURN
- Returns to the MAIN MENU.
7-7.EFFECT
(1) SHARPNESS
- SHARPNESS level is adjusted in 00 ~ 15. (Default : 08)
(2) COLOR ADJUST : COLOR RGAIN / COLOR BGAIN
- User can adjust concentration of color in this mode by adjusting
following two different types of color gains.
- COLOR RGAIN : 00 ~ 100 (Default : 62)

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- COLOR BGAIN : 00 ~ 100 (Default : 62)
(3) REVERSAL : NORMAL / MIR / VER / FLIP (Default : NORMAL)
(4) DIGITAL ZOOM : OFF / X1.5 / X2 / X3 / X4 (Default : OFF)
- Set up the magnitude rate of DIGITAL ZOOM.
- Digital Pan/Tilt is activated except for OFF.
(5) BLEMISH : OFF / ON (Default : OFF)
- WHITE BLEMISH is compensated.
- This is to set up a special function to trace and cure White Dead Cells Automatically.
* Please set up <BLEMISH : ON> after the installation. When BLEMISH function is activated,
the picture may not be seen for a short period of time.
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(6) DNR ADJUST
Noise Reduction (NR) is used to obtain a high quality
Image without noises.
2D-DNR supports Edge Preserving image and 3D-DNR does Motion Adaptive one.
- 2D-DNR ADJUST : OFF ~ 15 (Default : 04)
- 3D-DNR ADJUST : OFF ~ 63 (Default : 04)
(7) DIS(Digital Image Stabilizer) OFF / ON (Default : OFF)
- DIS compensates shaking images against winds, pole/ Building vibration etc.
* When DIS is ON, DIGITAL ZOOM is inactivated.
(8) EFFECT RESET
- Resets all setting of EFFECT menu.
(9) RETURN
- Returns to the MAIN MENU

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7-8.PRIVACY
PRIVACY function makes the areas you want to hide on the screen.
(1) AREA NUM (Default :1)
- You can select up to 4 PRIVACY areas.
(2) MASK DEFINE (Default : OFF)
- ON : Masking area is activated.
- OFF : Masking area is inactivated.
(3) MASK COLOR (Default : BLACK)
- There are 6 options as BLACK/RED/GREEN/BLUE/YELLOW/WHITE.
(4) BLEND LEVEL (Default : 100%)
- Color transparency can be set to 0%, 50%, 75% and 100%.
(5) MOSAIC (Default : OFF)
- ON : Mosaic is activated.
- OFF : Mosaic is inactivated.
(6) MASK SIZE
- The size and the shape are adjustable by moving 4 edges of mask to Left/Right/Up/Down.
- The movement between edges is done by Left/Right/Up/Down.
In order to exit, once position the cursor to RETURN by Up/Down selection, press SET KEY.
(7) MASK POSITION: Adjust vertical and horizontal position of masking area.
(8) PRIVACY RESET
- Resets all setting of PRIVACY menu.
(9) RETURN
- Returns to the MAIN MENU.
7-9.MOTION
(1) MD NUM (Default : 1)
- You can select up to 4 MOTION areas.
(2) MD DEFINE (Default : OFF)
- ON : Motion detection area is activated.

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- OFF : Motion detection area is inactivated.
(3) MD LEVEL (Default : MID)
- The sensitivity of the motion detection area is adjustable in
LOW/MID/HIGH.
(4) MD DISPLAY (Default : ON)
- ON : When the motion is detected, “Motion DETECT” pops up
in the bottom of screen and disappears after 5 seconds.
- OFF : Even if the motion is detected, there is no expression on the screen.
(5) MD SIZE
- By moving the cursor LEFT/RIGHT, TOP/BOTTOM, the size of motion area can be
determined.
(6) MD POSITION
- Adjusts vertical and horizontal position of motion area.
(7) MD RESET
- Resets all setting of MOTION menu.
(8) RETURN
- Returns to the MAIN MENU.
7-10.SYSTEM
(1) CAMERA ID (Default : 001)
- Determined the camera ID number in 001 ~ 255.
(2) ID DISPLAY (Default : OFF)
- Defines the location where camera ID is displayedon the screen.
4 locations as top, bottom, left and right can be selected.
(3) NAME DISPLAY (Default : OFF)
If you enter a title of the unit, it appears on the monitor.
1. Please position the cursor on ‘NAME DISPLAY by
moving UP or DOWN direction.
2. Then, select ‘ON’ by using the LEFT and RIGHT selection.
When you press the button to complete ‘ON’, ‘CAMERA

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NAME’ will be displayed.
☞NOTE
· If ‘OFF’ is selected, the NAME DISPLAY does not appear on the monitor even if it has been
input.
3. Up to 10 letters are available for the NAME DISPLAY.
①Please move the cursor to the letter to choose by
using the UP and DOWN selections.
②Set an ID from 0,1,~8,9, A,B, ~Y,Z by
using the LEFT, RIGHT, UP and DOWN selections.
③Lock in the letters by using the button.
When the letter is locked in, the cursor moves to the next space.
④Please repeat the above to input NAME DISPLAY.
4. When a name is chosen, please select a position for the name to display.
①Please move the cursor onto ’POSITION’ and then press the button.
②The name appears at the top right corner.
③Please find the position you wish to display the name by using the 4 directional
selections, and then press the button to finish.
5. Camera Name Input process is finished if user selects ‘RETURN’ and presses OSD switch.
(4) 485 TERM (Default : OFF)
- When using one camera with one controller, RS485 termination resistance should be ON.
The termination resistance is automatically adjusted by setting the sub menu<485 TERM>
to ON. Please refer to the drawing below.
- When using more than 2 cameras with one controller, RS485 termination (term) on the last
Camera should be ON and the rest of cameras should be OFF. The dark view of camera at
the drawing below shows that the dark camera’s TERM is ON.
(5) BAUD RATE (Default :9600)
- The baud rate for RS485 communication is selected among 2400/ 4800/ 9600.
(6) FIRMWARE
- Shows firmware version of this camera unit.
(7) SYSTEM RESET

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- Resets all setting of SYSTEM menu.
It’s not initialized in CAMERA ID, ID DISPLAY, 485 TERM, BAUD RATE settings.
(8) RETURN
- Returns to the MAIN MENU.
7-11.RESET
The camera settings turns to the factory defaults.
It’s not initialized in CAMERA ID, ID DISPLAY, 485 TERM, BAUD RATE settings.
7-12.EXIT
- Saves the current settings and exits the menu.

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8. Troubleshooting
Before sending the camera out for repair, check the items below. If the problem persists after
checking these items, contact your service center.
Problems Troubleshooting
Nothing appears on the screen. zPlease check if the power cord and line connection
between the camera and the monitor are fixed properly.
zPlease check if you have properly connected VIDEO
cable to the VIDEO output jack of the camera.
The image on the screen is dim. zIs lens stained with dirt? Clean your lens with soft, clean cloth.
zSet the monitor to proper condition.
zIf the camera is exposed to too strong light, change
the camera position.
The image on the screen is dark. zAdjust the contrast feature on the monitor.
zIf you have an interim device, set the 75Ω/ Hi-z properly.
The camera is not working
properly, and the surface
of the camera is hot.
zPlease check if you have properly connected the camera
to an appropriate power source.
Color is not correct. zPlease check the setting of AWB menu .
The screen flickers continually. zPlease check if direction of camera turns toward the Sun.
RS-485
communication fails.
zPlease check the polarity between RS-485 Control Port
and RS-485 cable.
485 Control Board Connection Port RS-485 Control Port
(+)CONNECTION TERMINAL(TRX+) 485+
(-)CONNECTION TERMINAL(TRX-) 485-
zPlease check the RS-485 Communication establishment
initial value.
*RS-485 Communication establishment initial value
Item Camera ID BAUD RATE UART MODE RET PKT
Initial value 001 9600 8-NONE-1 ENABLE
zWe recommend that you make ground connect
between camera and controller in order to maintain
safety communication control.

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9. Dimension(mm)