Vprotect Vptz500 Manual

User’s Manual

and

Operating Instructions

SafetyAttentionNotes

◎Please read the instructions thoroughly before installing or operating the unit.

◎Please do not put the machine on an unstable table or mounting bracket.

◎Please prevent all liquids or other contaminating material from entering into the dome

housing.

◎When connecting to the power source, please follow all electric safety standards and only

use the power supply designated for this device. The VPTZ500’s RS-485 and video signal

uses TVS technology to protect it from strong electric surges. This technology prevents

damage to the device resulting from impulse signals such as lightning strikes or surges

under 500W power. Allow for enough distance between the RS-485 and video signals and

high-voltage equipment or cables during the transmission process. Please do not power the

unit until all connections are secure and installation is complete.

◎Avoid shooting very bright objects directly into the camera’s CCD (such as the sun or light

fittings).

◎When the machine is not operating properly, do not casually repair it. Refer to the

instructions for information about how to service or repair your VPTZ500.

◎Please protect the unit against extremes of vibration, pressure or dampness while

transporting unit. Damage can occur from improperly packaging the unit while shipping.

◎Please only install the Indoor dome camera system in Indoor environments.

I. Introduction

Congratulations on purchasing our VPTZ500, an intelligent, high-speed dome camera with a

high-performance DSP camera and sophisticated zoom lens. It is an advanced technological

surveillance product combining an all-direction variable speed dome and digital decoder all in one unit. It

can aim quickly and scan continuously, making omni-directional and non-blind-spot monitoring into

reality. Additionally, it can quickly adapt to changing environments with its 18x optical and 12x digital

zoom with precise stepping motors. The advanced stepping motor technologies enable the dome to

rotate smoothly, respond sensitively and aim precisely. VPTZ500 dome camera has memorizing function

when the power cuts off, can auto resume to previous working status before the power cuts off. Use the

high-performance VPTZ500 “When it Counts.”

All of the features make the intelligent high-speed dome camera fit for a wide range of applications such

as intelligent building, bank, street of city, airport, station etc.

II Technical Data

2.1. Technical Parameter of Intelligent High-speed Dome:VPTZ500

Model Indoor Day/Night Speed Dome

Power Supply AC24V±5%

Operating temperature Indoor: 0℃~+40℃Indoor:﹣40℃~+60℃

Operating moisture ≤95%

Power consumption 20W

Communication RS485 bus

Communication transmission speed 1200/2400/4800/9600bps

Horizontal rotation speed 0.4°－280°(1-64 grade shift gears)

Horizontal rotation range 360° unlimited rotation

Tilt rotation range 90°

Auto f lip Rotates 180° when camera tilts to the vertical position

Auto zoom speed control Control speed auto-adjusted according to zoom length

changing

2 points scan Can set freely

2 points scan speed 1－64 grade available

Dwell time(2 points scan) 1－60s available

Preset Positions 128 pcs

Running to preset speed: 1－64 grade available,0.4°-280°

Dwell time at preset position 1－60s available

Cruise Tour: 8 group

Cruise Points Qty per cruise group 16 preset positions

2.2.

Camera

Parameter for Intelligent High-speed Dome: VPTZ500 (Built in SONY Camera).

Mode ¼” Sony Exview (Day/Night) CCD

Sync Internal/ external

Scan 2:1 Interlace

Resolution >480 lines

Minimum illumination 0.7lux

Iris Auto/manual

Focus Auto/manual

Zoom 216 X (Optical 18x; Digital 12x)

Focal length f=4.1-73.8mm, F=1.4-3

Angle of view 47°(wide) , 2°(Tele-)

Backlight compensation backlight compensation

White balance Auto

Gain Auto

Signal PAL/NTSC

S/N ratio >55dB

Video signal output 1.0±0.2Vp-p

III Setting, Installation, Connection

3.1 Dome Address, Transmission Speed, Protocol Setting

Before the dome is installed, the communication protocol, baud rate and dome address, should be

confirmed. Set the code switch, keeping the setting consistent with the control system. The relative code

switch site and connecting wire are diagramed below for reference.

3.1.1 VPTZ500 Dome Camera Address Setting

The address code for the VPTZ500 should be properly set before use to ensure accurate operating

order of the controller at the control center and to control many dome cameras. The address code is

made up of SW3 (8 bits) on PCB board. The 8 bits switch uses the 8421 binary coded decimal

system. The largest value is established at 256. 1 means ON status and 0 means OFF status.

Each dome address code and keyboard relative screen display mode is represented in the chart

below (see the following figure and the address/digits in following chart)

With reference to the above chart: When all code switches are under “OFF” status on VPTZ500, address

code is 1. When you input Numerical key No.1 on VKB300/VKB200 control keyboard, then press CAM

key for confirmation showing that set VKB300/VKB200 address as No.1 control address., At this time,

VKB300/VKB200 keyboard can control VPTZ500 dome camera(its control address is 0001). Other

address is to be set as above.

3.1.2 VPTZ500 Dome Camera Communication Protocol Setting -

The 1st, 2nd and 3rd bits in SW2 are used to set communication protocol (see following figure)

3.1.3 VPTZ500 Dome Camera Transmission Speed Setting(Baud Rate Setting)

The 4th and 5th bits of SW2 on the PCB board are used to set the baud rate (see following figure).

The default baud rate setting is 9600.

Baud Rate Options: 1200BIT/S 、2400BIT/S 、4800BIT/s、9600BIT/s

3.1.4 RS-485 Bus Matching Resistance

For central controlling, the matching resistance should be set for the device that is furthest away

from the controller. There is an end matching resistance switch on SW2. The 8th bit of SW2 shows

ON status (see chart below) which means the BUS matching resistance has been connected.

3.2 Installation, Connection

Attention!

1. Installation should only be handled by a qualified CCTV expert.

2. For detailed connection information, please refer to silk-screen print instruction on PCB and

installation guide or manuals.

3. Because the dome is a high-grade optical unit, please never touch any of the optical components.

4. For a clear image, the dome cover should be cleaned periodically. When cleaning, position your

hand to hold dome’s outer loop to prevent finger sweat acidity from corrupting the surface of the

dome. If the dome is scratched, it will affect image quality. Therefore please use a soft dry cloth or

similar products to clean its outer surface. If the dust is heavy, you can use a neutral cleanser. Any

advanced furniture cleanser can be used to clean the dome exterior.

Installation Preparation

3.2.1 Installation Requirement-

Installation should be handled by a qualified service agent and should comply with all local

regulations, Service personnel should forecast potential problem such as falling objects, outer breach,

building vibration or other similar conditions.

Check for all necessary materials, and ensure if the selected installation location is suitable for the

VPTZ500.

3.2.2 VPTZ500 Indoor Hemisphere Dome Camera Recessed Installation

VPTZ500 Installation

ATTN: Installation locations should endure five times the total weight of the camera assembly (dome

camera, mounting bracket and mounting base) to avoid in shaken images. Installation ceiling

must be strong and has no peeling phenomenon.

A. Draw out center site of the hole on the ceiling against embedded upper housing sample

B. Use drill to make hole on the ceiling

·Housing Installation

ATake out the housing from the carton, adjust the thickness of bolt reed more than that of ceiling.

BStick 3 ring to housing, and install the upper housing in the round hole of the ceiling, connecting

flange edge with the ceiling surface closely.

CUse screwdriver to rotate the bolt of the ring, making the ring stick to the ceiling in order to

connecting flange edge with the ceiling surface closely.

Camera Module Installation

•Turn power supply off prior to installation.

•Loosen the two M5 screw on the bracket, which are located in the inner housing .

•Take the camera module from the packing carton, and check if connecting wire plugs are loose. Set

code switch of the dome camera.

•Secure the camera module (use one hand to hold stepping motor, preventing it from moving.). Insert

the wire terminal into the outlet on the end of camera module. Align two bar holes on the camera

module base with the two M5 bolt of the connecting bridge. Twist the camera module upward

ensuring the two M5 bolts reach the end of bar hole. Tighten the two M5 bolt to make camera module

fixed in the upper housing.

Connection (Outer Connecting Wire)

Connect BNC video interface of dome camera with video wire (BNC) which is finished installing. Connect

power supply line with power line (AC24V) which have been set well.

Electricity

¾Check the polarity of the plug and outlet, then check all connecting wires.

¾Domes enter self-inspection, and make a horizontal 360° and tilt 90° rotation to test camera lens,

dome horizontal and tilt electronic& mechanical structure. Then carry out a replacement program

rotating to starting point. After the dome stops completely, the self-inspection is completed and

dome is ready to be controlled.

Dome Mounting

¾Use soft cloth to wipe off dust and smudges of transparent dome cover, avoid scratching it

¾Align two holes on the dome cover edge with the two connection points of the metal upper

housing( See Picture 1).

IV.

VKB300/VKB200 Keyboard Control Use Instruction to VPTZ500 Dome Camera

Use the VKB300 keyboard controller to realize the complete potential of the VPTZ500 intelligent speed dome.

(The VKB300 keyboard control protocol is set as the default protocol for the VPTZ500.)

4.1Setting and Adjusting Preset Position

The Preset function is the dome’s default level angle, lean angle and camera focal length in EMS memory.

By using this saved parameter, the dome and camera can run to the preset positions when it is required.

Operator can save and adjust preset positions by using the VKB300/200 control keyboard; the VPTZ500

dome can support 128 preset positions.

4.1.1 Setting Preset Position

Adjust the VPTZ500 camera to the desired position using the VKB300/200 keyboard joystick/rocker

(including location, camera zoom, focus and iris), and then input the required preset position number.

The inputted preset position value No. is displayed at the bottom of the LCD “DATA” area. Press Shift +

Call, to confirm position. The preset position at “DATA” disappears showing that the preset position was

set successfully.

For example: Set No.1 preset position

1. In the Main Menu screen, Press CLR to Clear the data. The keyboard displays:

2. Enter the Preset Position Number you wish to set

Ex. Set Preset Position No. 1, the keyboard displays:

Displays the Preset Position

Number

(

1-128

)

3. Adjust the VPTZ500 camera to the desired position including location, camera zoom, focus and

iris.

4. Press Shift + Call for final confirmation.

4.1.2 View Preset Position

Use the VKB300/200 keyboard to view the preset position. (Preset positions are saved in advance).

Input the preset position you would like to view, Data area will display preset position number. Press

Call key, the dome will move to the target place.

For example: View No.5 preset position

1. In the Main Menu, Press CLR to clear the data.

2. Input the preset position you would like to view.

Example: View preset position No. 5

Displays the Preset Position

Number (1-128)

3. Press the CALL key. The dome will move to the Preset Position No. 5

4.2 Dome Pattern Tours

Pattern Tours are a key function of the VPTZ500 dome camera. You can layout the preset position order in

the pattern tours through our advanced program. Using the control keyboard you set the rotation speed for

each preset position and dwell time at each preset position. Only an outer command unit can transfigure the

VPTZ500 dome camera into a pattern tour program route.

4.2.1Preset Position Parameter Setting

VPTZ500 dome camera has the capacity to set up to 128 preset positions through the VKB300/200

keyboard. It can set a running speed at each preset position from 0.4/s to 280/s (1-64grades) and dwell time

from (1-60seconds).

Note: VPTZ500 can rotate at low speeds and at fast speeds. Its speed can be divided into 64 grades. 1 is

the lowest speed and 64 is the fastest speed.

To get to the VKB300/200 keyboard Main Menu Press Exit until the screen displays:

1. In the Main Menu, Press the FUN key once. VKB300/200 Keyboard displays:

Press CLR to delete previous data. Input

required VPTZ500 address code XXXX

（

1024

）

for control Press E

nter

for

2. Enter the correct Speed Dome Unit and Press Enter.

Example: Preset Position for Speed Dome 3. VKB300/200 Keyboard displays:

Displays the Speed Dome

Address (1-1024)

3. Now the VKB300/200 Keyboard displays:

Preset position (1-128)

Running

speed

(

1-64

)

Dwell time(1-60)

Press F1 key on the keyboard to move the cursor up and down

4. Press CLR key to delete previous data before programming to a new preset position.

5. Enter desired Preset Position and Press Enter.

6. Press F1 to get to Speed. Using the number keys enter the desired running speed.

7. Press F1 to get to Time. Using the number keys enter the desired dwell time.

For example: Set the running speed of preset position No. 6 as Grade 64 (fastest speed), dwelling time is 5

seconds. Set the running speed of preset position No.2 as Grade 10, dwelling time is 10seconds.

1. Press the FUN key once.

2. Press CLR to clear the data.

3. Input 06 (Note: Setting the Preset Position No. 6) press the Enter Key to Confirm.

4. Press the F1 key to move the cursor to Speed:00←

5. Input 64, press Enter

6. Press the F1 key to move the cursor to Time:00←

7. Input 05, press Enter

8. Press F1 to move the cursor back to 1.Position:001←

9. Press CLR to delete 0006

10. Input 02, press Enter

11. Press the F1 key to move the cursor to Speed:64←

12. Press CLR to delete 64

13. Input 10, press Enter

14. Press the F1 key to move the cursor to Time:05←

15. Press CLR to delete 05

Input 10, press Enter

4.2.2 Pattern Tours Setting

VKB300/200 keyboard can set pattern tour groups for the VPTZ500 speed dome camera. Before setting

the Pattern Tours please set all preset positions in advance. If the preset positions are not set the pattern

tour will default to the pattern tour parameter. Note: VPTZ500 can set 8 cruise groups.

1. Press the FUN key once, VKB300/200 keyboard displays:

Displays the Speed Dome

Address (1-1024)

2. Enter the correct Speed Dome Unit and Press Enter.

Example: Set Pattern Tour for Speed Dome Unit 02. VKB300/200 Keyboard displays:

Displays the Speed Dome

Address (1-1024)

3. Press the FUN key once, now the VKB300/200 keyboard displays:

Displays the Group Number

(1-8)

4. Input a Group number using the number keys, press Enter, VKB300/200 keyboard displays:

5. Input desired Pattern Tour for the Group.

Example: Desired pattern tour is Preset Position No. 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5 – 6

The VKB300/200 keyboard displays:

6. Press Enter to confirm Pattern Tour.

Remark: When completed, Press F2 to close and exit. To Start the Scan: In the Main Menu enter the

Group Number and Press SCAN.

¾This dome can set 8 cruise group, Max 16 cruise points/each group(1-128 points at any preset

position.

¾Set preset position at the cruise group

¾Dwell time at each preset position can be different(1-60 seconds), The speed to each preset position

can be different(1-64 grades)

¾If start No. 01 cruise group, will auto scan by points from No1 to No.16 preset position.

Two pattern tours styles can be used:

A .To-and-from scanning

1-2-…………..-16-1-2-……….-16-1-……….. Make an auto circle scanning by points.

Press EXIT key and exit to default status of the keyboard.

Input cruise No adjust key SCAM into to-and-from scanning

B. Cruise scanning

1-2-………-15-16-15-………-2-1-2-……..-15-16-15-…Make an auto cruise scanning

Press EXIT key and exit to default status of the keyboard. Then input cruise group No and

then input Shift + Scan to put system into cruise scanning.

4.3 Auto Scanning (2points scanning,360

scanning)

The operator can also run a simple point-to-point scan (also called back-and-forth scanning). To do this,

set Preset Point A first (at the same time set the dwell time at Point A), and then set Present Point B (at

the same time set the dwell time at Point). Finally execute an outer command to scan between points A

and B.

4.3.1 2 Points Scan

1. To set Point A. Move the joystick to the desired position.

2. In the Main Menu enter a dwell time for Point A. Example: If Dwell time is 2 seconds the VKB300/200

keyboard displays:

3. Press PAN A.

4. To set Point B. Move the joystick to the desired position.

5. In the Main Menu enter a Dwell time for Point B.

6. Input the grade Speed (1-64) and Press AUTO

Example: Set dwell time of Point A as 2 seconds, dwell time of Point B as 3 seconds. Make the scanning

at 32-grade speed between the two points

a) Move control joystick to Point A of scanning

b) Input 02, then press Pan-A on the keyboard after two seconds

c) Move control joystick to Point B of scanning

d) Input 03, then press Pan-B on the keyboard after two seconds

e) Input 32 grade, then press AUTO key.

This will scan starting at Point A to Point B at a scanning rate of 32 grade stopping at Point A for 2

seconds and Point B for 3 seconds.

4.3.2 360° Scan

The Operator can also start an auto cruise scan. This scan will rotate 360° from the desired position.

1. In the Main Menu, input desired cruise group No.

Example: Desired Group No. is 4 the VKB300/200 keyboard displays:

2. Press Shift + Scan to place PTZ into cruise scanning.

1. Move the joystick to desired position.

2. Input the running speed (1-64) and then input Shift + AUTO key.

Note: When VPTZ500 dome camera is under the auto scanning status, you can use the joystick if

you want it to stop scanning.

4.4 Guard Location

The guard location is an important position that the VPTZ500 camera will come back to automatically when

there is no operation for a defined period. The user can set a guard location and control the waiting time to

the guard location, starting and stopping (1-255S) before allowing the camera to return to the guard

location.

4.4.1 Setting the Guard Location

VPTZ500 Intelligent speed dome can set a guard location and waiting time.

Use the VKB300/200 keyboard to set the guard location and its waiting time.

Turning the Guard Location On/Off and Setting delay time to Guard Location

1. To set the guard location to start or stop (VKB300/200 recognizes this action as a Switch): ON Start

OFF Stop

Press F1 ON Startup the guard location

Press F2 OFFStop guard location

Example: Press F1 ON to start up guard location. Dome will rotate to set position within XX seconds.

2. The keyboard default status displays the Main Menu. In the Main Menu screen, press the FUN key once,

VKB300/200 keyboard displays:

Displays Current Speed

dome address

3. Press Enter to Confirm.

4. Press the FUN key three times, VKB300/200 keyboard displays:

5. Input the desired waiting time using the number keys:

Example: After inputting time: 05, press Enter.

Setting the Guard Location

1.When the keyboard is under default (Main Menu) status, press the FUN key once, VKB300/200

keyboard displays:

2. Press Enter to confirm.

3. Press the FUN key two times, VKB300/200 keyboard displays:

4. Move the joystick/rocker to the target position you would like to set as the Guard Location.

5. Press Enter to set the Guard Location.

The position is set as the guard location.

4.5 Objective Tracking

A user can rotate the camera lens up, down, left and right to view objects through the field of vision using

the VKB300/VKB200 control keyboard. In addition, a user can adjust focal length to change the angle of

view or the size of the objects. When in auto - iris and auto-zoom mode, the camera adjusts

automatically to get a clear picture with changing image environments.

Focus/Rotate Auto Speed Controls

When manually adjusting the zoom length or focal distance at longer ranges, a typical PTZ dome may

move too quickly resulting in the loss of important images. The VPTZ500 is especially designed to adjust

the sensitivity of the Pan and Tilt controls making navigation easy and intuitive at these long ranges.

Auto Flip

The VPTZ500’s auto-pan rotation with 180-degree flip capabilities automatically rotates the camera 90°

when the camera tilts to the vertical position. This feature enables the continuous monitoring of an object

as it passes through the field of vision.

4.6 Camera Control

4.6.1 Zoom Control

The user can adjust the advanced zoom feature to acquire needed image through control keyboard.

The VPTZ500 features a 216x zoom magnification (18x Optical and 12x Digital).

4.6.2 Focus Control

The VPTZ500’s default setting is for auto-adjust focusing. Under special conditions, a user can

adjust the focus manually meet the required image effect.

a. The object is not on the center of the picture.

b. Attempting to view images that are far and near at the same time

c. Object is strongly lighted object, such as neon lamp, focus lamp and etc.

d. Objects behind the glass covered by beat and dust.

e. Objects moving quickly

f. Objects within large area and single color such as wall

g. Objects that are too dark or faint

4.6.3 Iris Control

¾The VPTZ500’s default setting is for auto-adjust iris. It can make an adjustment quickly through

auto detecting the beam change.

¾User can adjust iris size manually through control keyboard to get required image brightness.

¾User can renew auto iris after moving the joystick or sending additional commands through the

controller (Attn: Suggest users to use auto iris).

Remark: When controlling the iris manually, the dome locks in its current control position and will not

reset the auto-iris even if current object changes. You need to move the joystick or send control order

to reset the auto iris.

4.6.4 Auto Backlight Compensation

Camera is divided into six areas to realize auto backlight compensation. In lighting conditions where a

strong backlight exists, the VPTZ500 will adjust the light levels relative to the foreground and

background objects in order to achieve the highest resolution image. The camera is divided to 6 zones

to best handle these unique lighting conditions.

4.6.5 Auto White Balance-

The VPTZ500 will automatically adjust the white balance to contrast the changing background lighting

conditions to achieve the truest digital color image.

V. Camera (OSD) Menu Setting

Through the VKB300/200 keyboard , you can enter the VPTZ500 dome camera menu setting.

1. Press FUN once, VKB300/200 keyboard displays:

2.Press FUN four times, VKB300 keyboard displays:

3. Press CLR to delete Original Data

4. Input desired VPTZ500 Address, Press Enter

Press Enter key

Displays Speed Dome Address

Example: Dome Address XXXX052, VKB300/200 keyboard displays:

Use MON key（Page up）and SEQ page down to select camera OSD. Press Ack key (confirmation), LIST

(Select).

01. PELCO-D、PELCO-P protocol：Adjust preset position:No.55 and enter menu. Please refer to VI (next

page).

02. Take example for SONY camera to introduce each menu function

1)CAM ID：（camera marking No.）

2)DZOOM：OFF（Digital zoom switch）