Z3 Technology Z3Cam 4K Z3Dome-4K User manual

User Instructions
H.265 4K IP Camera
Model Name: Z3Dome-4K
DOC-USR-0188-04
Software Version 4.00
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REVISION HISTORY
Version
Date
Change Note
Author
01
01/21/2019
Preliminary Document for Z3Dome-4K
SI
02
05/07/2019
Update for latest SW
JW
03
05/09/2019
Added PTZ Presets and Tours
JW
04
05/15/2019
Updated connections and added composite pass through
SI

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION..............................................................................................7
2.0 FEATURES .............................................................................................................8
2.1 Supported Resolutions ..........................................................................................8
3.0 PACKAGE CONTENTS............................................................................................... 10
4.0 OPERATING CONTROLS ............................................................................................ 11
5.0 GETTING STARTED WITH Z3Dome-4K ........................................................................... 12
5.1 Connect and Power Up the Camera......................................................................... 12
5.2 Access the User Interface Using ZFinder ................................................................... 13
6.0 STREAMING CONTROL ............................................................................................. 15
6.1 Stream UDP..................................................................................................... 15
6.2 Stream RTP ..................................................................................................... 19
6.3 Stream RTSP.................................................................................................... 21
6.4 Stream RTMP ................................................................................................... 24
6.5 Tuning for Latency............................................................................................. 32
6.6 Stream Multiple Resolutions ................................................................................. 35
6.7 Setting SNTP.................................................................................................... 35
6.8 Record Snapshot ............................................................................................... 36
6.9 Composite Pass-Through...................................................................................... 36
7.0 CAMERA CONTROL ................................................................................................. 37
7.1 Zoom ............................................................................................................ 37
7.2 Preview and Download Image................................................................................ 37
7.3 PTZ .............................................................................................................. 39
7.4 Color Controls.................................................................................................. 43
7.5 Sony VISCA Camera Control .................................................................................. 44
7.6 ONVIF Profile S/T ............................................................................................ 46
8.0 PERFORMING OTHER OPERATIONS WITH THE Z3Dome-4K.................................................... 47
8.1 Save Current Settings ......................................................................................... 47
8.2 Advanced Settings Mode...................................................................................... 48
8.3 Encoder ROI .................................................................................................... 49
8.4 Overlay Timestamp............................................................................................ 50
8.5 Set a Static IP Address ........................................................................................ 51
8.6 Upgrade Firmware............................................................................................. 53
8.7 Setting a Password ............................................................................................ 55
8.8 Mounting the Camera ......................................................................................... 56
9.0 DECODE OPTIONS .................................................................................................. 57

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9.1 PC Configuration for 4K HEVC/H.265 Decode ............................................................. 57
9.2 ZEUS HE265-DEC Decode .................................................................................... 60
10.0 SUMMARY OF OPTIONS ............................................................................................ 61
10.1 The System Setup Tab......................................................................................... 61
10.2 The User Presets Tab .......................................................................................... 63
10.3 The Status Tab ................................................................................................. 64
10.4 The Camera Tab ............................................................................................... 65
10.5 The Term Tab................................................................................................... 69
10.6 The CH1 Tab (Channel 1) ..................................................................................... 71
10.7 The CH2 & CH3 Tabs (Channels 2 & 3)...................................................................... 78
10.8 Values Appearing at the Bottom of All Tabs................................................................ 79
10.9 ZFinder.......................................................................................................... 79
APPENDIX A: Finding the IP Address of Your Computer.............................................................. 80
APPENDIX B: Configuring the Wowza Server for RTMP .............................................................. 81
APPENDIX C: Example Camera Controller Application .............................................................. 83
APPENDIX D: Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 87

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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1 Z3Dome-4K Dimensions .........................................................................................7
Figure 2 Z3Dome-4K Package Contents................................................................................ 10
Figure 3 Z3Dome-4K...................................................................................................... 11
Figure 4 Streaming and Power Connections for the Camera ....................................................... 12
Figure 5 ZFinder with the Z3Dome-4K Selected ..................................................................... 13
Figure 6 Z3Dome-4K User Interface – System Setup Tab ............................................................ 14
Figure 7 CH1 Tab Configuration – UDP ................................................................................. 16
Figure 8 VLC Open Network Stream Screen for UDP ................................................................ 17
Figure 9 Example of Video Streaming to VLC (UDP) ................................................................. 18
Figure 10 CH1 Tab Configuration – RTP ................................................................................ 19
Figure 11 Example of Encoded Video Streaming to VLC (RTP) ..................................................... 20
Figure 12 CH1 Tab Configuration – RTSP............................................................................... 21
Figure 13 Finding your Camera’s IP Address .......................................................................... 22
Figure 14 VLC Open Network Stream Screen for RTP ............................................................... 23
Figure 15 Example of Z3 Video Streaming to VLC (RTSP) ........................................................... 23
Figure 16 CH1 Tab Configuration – RTMP Streaming to Wowza Streaming Engine™ ............................. 25
Figure 17 Navigating to the Wowza Test Player ...................................................................... 26
Figure 18 Viewing Streamed Content on Wowza Test Player ....................................................... 27
Figure 19 YouTube Live Dashboard – Encoder Setup ................................................................. 28
Figure 20 CH1 Tab Configuration – RTMP Streaming to YouTube Live ............................................. 29
Figure 21 Facebook “Create Post” dialog box......................................................................... 30
Figure 22 Facebook Live Streaming Dialog ............................................................................ 30
Figure 23 Facebook Live Stream Encoder Settings ................................................................... 31
Figure 24 Enable TS Lowlat Mode ...................................................................................... 32
Figure 25 VLC Media Player Tools Menu ................................................................................ 33
Figure 26 VLC Media Player Advanced Preferences................................................................... 34
Figure 27 Recommended Settings ...................................................................................... 34
Figure 28 Create Additional Output Channels ........................................................................ 35
Figure 29 Setting up SNTP................................................................................................ 35
Figure 30 Composite Pass-Through Connection ....................................................................... 36
Figure 31 Camera Zoom Slider.......................................................................................... 37
Figure 32 Camera Tab Preview Image ................................................................................. 38
Figure 33 Add PTZ Preset................................................................................................ 39
Figure 34 Recall PTZ Preset ............................................................................................ 40
Figure 35 Delete PTZ Preset ........................................................................................... 41

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Figure 36 Create PTZ Tour.............................................................................................. 42
Figure 37 Run PTZ Tour ................................................................................................. 43
Figure 38 Color Controls................................................................................................. 43
Figure 39 Com2TCP Configuration ..................................................................................... 44
Figure 40 Camera Controller Software Configuration ............................................................... 45
Figure 41 The User Presets Tab ......................................................................................... 47
Figure 42 Entering a User Preset Name ............................................................................... 47
Figure 43 Saving a User Preset.......................................................................................... 47
Figure 44 Accessing Advanced Settings ................................................................................ 48
Figure 45 Default UDP Settings (Left) and Advanced UDP Settings (Right)....................................... 49
Figure 46 CH1 Encoder Region of Interest ............................................................................. 50
Figure 47 CH1 Overlay Timestamp ...................................................................................... 50
Figure 48 Saving Updated Network Settings .......................................................................... 52
Figure 49 Updating Device Firmware .................................................................................. 53
Figure 50 Software Updater Screen.................................................................................... 54
Figure 51 Creating or Changing the Password ........................................................................ 55
Figure 52 Password Entry Screen....................................................................................... 55
Figure 53 Mounting Bracket ............................................................................................. 56
Figure 54 DXVA Checker .................................................................................................. 58
Figure 55 LAV Filters Configuration .................................................................................... 59
Figure 56 ZEUS HE265-DEC H.265 Decoder ........................................................................... 60
Figure 57 Term Tab Configuration....................................................................................... 69
Figure 58 Using the Command Prompt to Determine Your PC’s IP Address....................................... 80
Figure 59 Locating Your Computer’s IP Address ...................................................................... 80
Figure 60 Wowza Performance Settings ............................................................................... 81
Figure 61 Wowza Security Settings..................................................................................... 82
Figure 62 Running the Example Application .......................................................................... 83

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1.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Z3Dome-4K™ by Z3 Technology is an H.265/HEVC 4K IP camera. The innovative Z3Dome-4K has
multiple options for your IP transmission including MPEG-2 TS (UDP), RTP, RTSP, and RTMP. The system can
output both H.265/HEVC and H.264 video over IP in 4K resolutions. It is also capable of producing a
secondary stream with a smaller resolution or different codec. Camera control can take place remotely
with a Web based configuration interface, ONVIF Profile S and with VISCA control commands sent over IP
to the Z3Dome-4K. The Z3Dome-4K leverages a Sony FCB-ER8530 block camera for video capture. Where
seeing sharp lines is key, Sony’s 4K ISP with superb noise reduction algorithm provides the highest quality
imaging fit for virtual reality imaging and high detail data analytics.
The Z3Dome-4K brings clarity and detail to high movement and low light conditions with optimized 4K
technology. This unit captures stunning video with 30x optical zoom with integrated auto focus. The
Z3Dome-4K provides crystal clear images for broadcast, industrial, medical, security and corporate
applications while adding the ability to broadcast and analyze your video around the world.
Figure 1 Z3Dome-4K Dimensions
300.5 mm
mm
216 mm

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2.0 FEATURES
▪Z3Dome-4K
o30x optical zoom in 2160p30 mode using Sony’s Super Resolution Zoom
o40x optical zoom in 1080p30 mode using Sony’s Super Resolution Zoom
oDouble-layer full metal housing
oHigh speed dome, high quality stepping motor
oImage Stabilization
oHigh quality HD transparent shield, ensure image quality is clear and not deformed
oIP66 dust and water resistant, works in a variety of environments
oInnovative internal routing mode to eliminate line rotation wear and tear
oProtected against instantaneous surges up to 6,000 volts
oH.265, H.264 or MJPEG encoded video over IP with no additional equipment
oSupports 4K UHD and HD resolutions up to 30 fps (2160p, 1080p, 720p, and lower)
oOutputs RTP, RTSP, MPEG-2 TS or RTMP
oComposite output
oSimultaneously stream and/or record in multiple resolutions and bitrates
oSupports unicast and multicast streaming
oCompatible with Wowza Streaming Engine™, Facebook Live and YouTube Live
oZ3 web interface for Control and configuration
oLive Video Preview in Web Interface
oPelco-D PTZ control
oOutputs: 100M Ethernet
oRecord a JPG snapshot while video streaming
oWall mounting or lifting
oONVIFProfile S & T compliant
oCompatible with the ZEUSZ3-HE265-DEC H.265 decoder* (also available from Z3 Technology)
oHTTP-based configuration software for user-friendly configuration, control and update
oSupports Power over Ethernet (802.3at PoE+)
oTemperature & Humidity: Operating: -10 t0 60 (peak) degrees Celsius at <90% Relative Humidity
oMeasurements: 216 x 216 x 300.5 mm (8.5 x 8.5 x 11.83 in)
oWeight: 2785.06 g (6lb 14oz)
* In H.265 mode only.
2.1 Supported Resolutions
Follow input (2160p29.97)

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Resize to 1080p29.97, 720p29.97 and 480p29.97
The Z3Dome-4K supports simultaneous output of up to three streams encoded at different resolutions,
frame rates and bitrates. Supported stream resolutions are:
2160p (8MP), 1440p (4MP), 1080p (2MP), 1280x1024, 720p (1MP), 480p, 576p, 1024x576, 704x576,
640x480, 640x360, 420x380, 352x576, 352x288, 352x240, 320x240, and 320x180
In addition to scaling the resolution, the camera is also capable of scaling down the frame rate to save
bandwidth. Each channel can select from full frame rate, half frame rate or a quarter frame rate. For
example, it is possible to configure a primary stream of 3840x2160 at 30 fps simultaneously with a
secondary stream at 1280x720 at 7.5 fps.
The maximum performance for two channels is one 2160p30 plus one 1080p30 stream.

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3.0 PACKAGE CONTENTS
Z3Dome-4K Camera 12V 4A Power Supply
Figure 2 Z3Dome-4K Package Contents