Vivotek AE-237 User manual

IP Surveillance
Installation Guide
AE-237
Rev. 1.1
Outdoor Enclosure
Ordering part no.:
900026900G AE-237_V01
Document part no.: 625030701G

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Specications
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Model Number AE-237 enclosure
Power Input 24VAC (+/-10%)
Rating Current 3.5 A
Heater Control 15°C (ON) / 25°C (OFF)
Blower Control 35°C (ON) / 25°C (OFF)
Environmental Operation Temp. AE-237 Single heater: -20°C ~ +50°C
When temperature reaches -10°C, camera is
powered on)
Protection Level IP66, IK10
Temper Glass thickness 4mm
Mounting Bracket Fully-cable Management
Construction Die-cast Aluminum Alloy
Coating White epoxy powder coating
Dimensions 400 (L) x 130 (W) x 108 (H) mm
Net Weight 2,800g
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
UNPACKING:
Unpack carefully. Electronic components can be damaged if improperly handled or
dropped. If an item appears damaged in shipment, place it properly in its carton and
notify the shipper.
IMPORTANT!:
1. Read and follow Instructions: All operating and user instructions should be read and
followed before the unit is to be operated.
2. Electrical Connections: Only a qualied electrician is allowed to make electrical
connections.

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Mounting Conguration & Dimensions
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Swivel Positions and Directions
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Component Description
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Waterproof cable
gland Power Supply Unit
Circulation
fan
Heater for the dual-heater,
-40ºC model
Heater

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Installation
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Installation Suggestions
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If you plan to install this camera enclosure into a tropical, sea coastal, or an environment
where salt water or corrosive industrial waste water/moist are present, please seal each
stainless steel screws and ttings with a silicon grease compounds. This will help prevent
electrolysis to occur and extend the life span of the camera and housing.
IMPORTANT:
1. Disconnect devices: A readily accessible disconnect device in the building installation wiring
should be incorporated.
2. Electrical Connection: Only a qualied electrician is allowed to make electrical connections.
1. Prepare the AC24V power wires and a CAT5e Ethernet cable. Pass them through the
waterproof connectors.

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o: white/orange stripe
O: orange solid
g: white/green stripe
B: blue solid
b: white/blue stripe
G: green solid
br: white/brown stripe
BR: brown solid
You may need to remove the RJ45 connector, and use a crimping tool to connect the
Ethernet wires to an RJ45 connector inside the enclosure. Use an Ethernet cable of the
width of 5 ~ 6.5mm.
2. When done, tighten up the waterproof connectors.

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3. If preferred, you can install external IR lights and route IR light power and signal wires
through the two waterproof cable glands in the front. Pass the IR light units' signal wires
through the waterproof connectors on the front.
4. Check the inside of the enclosure to make sure the I/O wires can reach the power
supply unit inside. An approximate of 20cm cable length is required. Install and tighten up
the waterproof connectors.

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5. Assemble the camera components, e.g., the CS ring and lens module. If using the
IP816A-HP camera, align the buffer pad with the mounting hole at the bottom of the
camera (the label side).
LPC
6. Place the mounting plate on top of the buffer pad and then secure it to the camera.
You may need adjust its position so that the lens module can ush align with the tempered
glass.
7. Secure the camera to the enclosure by securing screws through the keyhole slots.

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AC24V
power
Power to camera
9. Prepare two power lines as the 24V inputs for the camera. Connect the input lines from
the enclosure's terminal to that on the camera. The camera can also be powered by PoE.
8. Attach the AC24V power wires and power inputs from the IR light units to the terminal
connector. Connect the power wires from IR units to the terminal. Since AC 24V is polarity
free, Connect AC 24V from outer source, 24V inputs for IR (2 pairs), and 24V inputs for
camera, all to the same terminal connector.

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10. Having the wiring done inside the enclosure, you can install the enclosure bracket to
a preferred location at your installation site. Drill mounting holes and a cable routing hole (if
preferred) on a wall. Install the bracket.
11. Lift the whole enclosure up to the installation position, and pass the 24V power wire
and the Ethernet cables through the bracket.

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12. Mount the enclosure on to the installed bracket, and secure the connection by
tightening the 4 socket screws. Due to the weight of the enclosure, it is best to have two
men mounting the enclosure.
13. Adjust zoom and focus and open a web session with the camera to tune for the
best image. When zoom and focus is done, Close the top cover and fasten the top cover
screws.

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14. Optional Installation: Ethernet-to-ber optic converter
The ber converter comes with a DIN-rail bracket. Install the converter module to the metal
bracket simply by sliding it into place.
Connect two power wires to the AC terminal block. Since AC 24V is polarity free,
connect AC 24V from outer source and 24V input for the module, all to the same terminal
connector.
24V input
Remove the dust plug, and connect the SC type connectors of the ber cable to the
connector on the module. Connect an Ethernet cable between the module and the camera.
You should pass the ber cables through the waterproof cable gland to avoid moisture.

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