ZowieTek 90 -980 Series User manual

HD PTZ Video Camera
User Manual
PTZ HDMI / SDI Camera
PTZ NDI | HX Camera
Printed in China.

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CONTENT
1. IMPORTANT INFORMATION............................3
1.1 ATTENTIONS ........................................................................ 3
1.1.1 Caution of Transport .......................................... 3
1.1.2 Safety of Electricity............................................. 3
1.1.3 Polarity of Power Supply ................................. 3
1.1.4 Warning of Interference.................................... 3
1.1.5 Do not disassemble discretionarily ............. 3
1.2 CAUTIONS ............................................................................. 3
1.2.1 Caution of Installation ....................................... 3
1.2.2 Caution of Maintenance ................................... 3
1.3 CERITIFICATION ................................................................ 3
1.4 COPYRIGHT NOTICE ...................................................... 3
2. PRODUCT OVERVIEW .....................................4
2.1 WHAT’S IN THE PACKAGE........................................... 4
2.2 PRODUCT INTRODUCTION ........................................ 4
2.2.1 Product Model....................................................... 4
2.2.2 Dimension............................................................... 4
2.2.3 Camera Interface Explanation ...................... 4
2.3 MAIN FEATURES ............................................................... 5
2.3.1 Camera Performance........................................ 5
2.3.2 Network Performance ....................................... 5
2.4 FAST INSTALLTION........................................................... 5
2.4.1 Bracket Mount....................................................... 5
2.4.2 Video Output.......................................................... 7
2.5 INTERFACE INSTRUCTION ......................................... 7
2.5.1 External Interface ................................................7
2.5.2 Bottom Dial Switch..............................................7
2.5.3 RS-232 Interface..................................................7
2.5.4 Power on Initial Configuration........................8
3. APPLICATION INSTRUCTION .........................9
3.1 REMOTE CONTROLLER ................................................9
3.2 MENU SETTING ............................................................... 11
3.2.1 MAIN MENU........................................................ 11
3.2.2 SETUP Setting................................................... 11
3.2.3 CAMERA Setting............................................... 11
3.2.4 P/T/Z Setting ....................................................... 12
3.2.5 VIDEO FORMAT Setting............................... 13
3.2.6 VERSION ............................................................. 13
3.2.7 RESTORE DEFAULT Setting ..................... 13
4 NETWORK CONNECTION...............................14
4.1 CONNECTIION MODE .................................................. 14
4.1.1 IP Check................................................................ 14
4.1.2 IP Address Setting............................................ 14
4.1.3 Connection Check............................................ 14
4.2 WEB LOGIN ........................................................................ 15
4.2.1 Web Client Login............................................... 15
4.2.2 Preview.................................................................. 15
4.2.3 Configurations .................................................... 15
4.2.4 LOGOUT............................................................... 21
5. TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................22

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1. IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This manual describes in detail about the functions of the
camera, the general principles and methods of installation,
operation, inspection and maintenance. Please read it
carefully before use.
1.1 ATTENTIONS
1.1.1 Caution of Transport
Avoid stress, vibration and soakage in storage,
transportation and installation.
1.1.2 Safety of Electricity
Installation and operation must accord with electric safety
standard.
1.1.3 Polarity of Power Supply
1. The power supply demand of the product is ±12V, the
max electrical current is 2A.
2. Schematics of power supply polarity is as followed:
1.1.4 Warning of Interference
1. Radio interference may be caused in the domestic
environment, and appropriate measures are needed.
2. Electromagnetic filed under certain rate may affect
camera image!
1.1.5 Do not disassemble discretionarily
Assumes no responsibility for any unauthorized
modification or dismantling.
1.2 CAUTIONS
1.2.1 Caution of Installation
1. Do not move the camera by seizing the camera head
and do not rotate camera head by hand, otherwise
mechanical trouble will occur.
2. This product must be put on the smooth desk or
platform, and it cannot be installed at an angle.
3. If the camera is installed on TV or computer, the base
can be fixed by four double-sided adhesive trays.
4. The shell of this product is made of organic material,
which is forbidden to contact with various liquids, gases
or solid substances that may cause corrosion of it.
5. Make sure that there are no obstacles in rotation range.
6. Do not power on before installation is completed.
1.2.2 Caution of Maintenance
1. If the camera is not used for long time, please
disconnect AC power adapter from the AC outlet.
2. Please clean the camera cover by soft cloth or tissue to
avoid scratches.
3. Do not clean the camera lens by strong or corrosive
cleanser to avoid scratches and impact on image effects.
1.3 CERITIFICATION
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits of the European Council
Directive on the approximation of the member states
relating to electromagnetic compatibility.
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
•Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver
•Move the computer away from the receiver
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ television
technician for help
1.4 COPYRIGHT NOTICE
Copyright © 2021 Zowietek Electronics, Ltd. All rights
reserved.
All the contents of this manual and the copyright
ownership belong to Zowietek Electronics, Ltd. Without
the approval of the company, no one can imitate, copy,
reproduce or translate arbitrarily. This manual does not
have any form of warranty, express or other imply.
Specifications and information of this manual mentioned
is just for informational purposes, and the content will be
updated at any time without notice.

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2. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
2.1 WHAT’S IN THE PACKAGE
Accessory
Standard
Switching Power Adapter
RS232 Cable
User Manual
PTZ Quick Start Guide
Remote Controller
Double-side Glue Shim
Support Limiting Column *2
1/4-20UNC bolt
Terminal block
Wall Mounting Bracket
Optional
Cascade Cable
Ceiling Mounting Bracket
2.2 PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
2.2.1 Product Model
There are four main series according to different lens
optical zooms and network interfaces (LAN or NDI).
Model NO. 90XYZ—980
X: Color
Y: Network Interface
8: LAN
9: NDI
Z: Optical Zoom
1: 12x
2: 20x
3: 30x
Please refer to corresponding features in this manual.
2.2.2 Dimension
Figure 2.1.2 Camera dimension
2.2.3 Camera Interface Explanation
Figure 2.2.3 Interface of PTZ Series
1. Camera Lens
2. Camera Base
3. Remote Controller Receiver Light
4. Bottom Dial Switch
5. Tripod Screw Hole
6. RS232 Control Interface (input)
7. RS232 Control Interface (output)
8. RS485 Input (left+, right-)
9. Audio Input Interface
10. 3G-SDI interface
11. HDMI Interface
12. 10/ 100M Network Interface
13. DC12V Input Power Supply Socket

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Note: 1. Users can connect external active microphone
or pick-up (3.5mm audio cable) through audio input
interface.
2. Network interface for this device is LAN port and for
NDI model is NDI port. Audio and video will output at
the same time through network interface.
2.3 MAIN FEATURES
2.3.1 Camera Performance
This series camera offers perfect functions, superior
performance and rich interfaces. The features include
advanced ISP processing algorithms to provide vivid
images with a strong sense of depth, high resolution and
fantastic color rendition. It supports H.265/ H.264
encoding which makes motion video fluent and clear
even with bandwidth less than ideal conditions.
1. Superb High-definition Image: It employs 1/2.8 inch
high quality CMOS sensor. Resolution is up to
1920x1080 with frame rate up to 60 fps.
2. Various Optical Zoom Lens: It has 12X/ 20X/ 30X
optical zoom lens for options.
3. Leading Auto Focus Technology: Leading auto focus
algorithm makes lens a fast, accurate and stable auto-
focusing.
4. Low Noise and High SNR: Low Noise CMOS
effectively ensure high SNR of camera video. Advanced
2D/ 3D noise reduction technology is also used to further
reduce the noise, while ensuring image sharpness.
5. Quiet PTZ: By adopting high accuracy step driving
motor mechanism, it works extremely quiet and moves
smoothly and very quickly to designated position.
6. Multi-Format Video Outputs: support HDMI, 3G-
SDI and LAN interfaces. The 3G-SDI is available for
100m transmission at 1080p60 format.
7. Leading Auto Focus Technology: Leading auto
focus algorithm makes lens a fast, accurate and stable
auto-focusing.
8. Low-power Sleep Function: Support low-power
sleep/ wake up, the consumption is lower than 500mW
under sleep mode.
9. Support Multiple Control Protocol: Support VISCA,
PELCO-D, PELCO-P protocols which can also be
automatically recognized. Support VISCA control
protocol through IP port.
10. RS-232 Cascade Function: PTZ series support RS-
232 cascade function which is convenient for installing.
11. 255 Presets Positions: Up to 255 presets (10 presets
by remoter).
12. Wide Application: Tele-education, Lecture capture,
Webcasting, Video conferencing, Tele-training, Tele-
medicine, Interrogation and Emergency command
systems.
2.3.2 Network Performance
1. Audio Input Interface: Support 16000,32000,44100,
48000 sampling frequency and AAC, MP, PCM audio
coding.
2. Multiple Audio/ Video Compression: Support
H.264/H.265 video compression; AAC, MP3 and PCM
audio compression; Support compression of resolution up
to 1920x1080 with frame up to 60 fps and 2 channel
1920x1080p with 30 fps compression.
3. Multiple network protocol: Support ONVIF, RTSP,
RTMP protocols and RTMP push mode, easy to link
streaming media server (YouTube, Facebook, Twitter,
Wowza, FMS).
2.4 FAST INSTALLTION
2.4.1 Bracket Mount
1. Wall mounting

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2. Upside-down mounting

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2.4.2 Video Output
This device has video output from LAN, HDMI and 3G-
SDI.
1. LAN Video Output
a. Network Cable Connection Port refers to No.12 in
Figure 2.2.3.
b. Web Login: Open your browser and enter
192.168.5.163 in the address bar (factory default); press
Enter to enter into the login page; click on the “player is
not installed, please download and install!” and follow
the installation steps for installation. Then enter the
username: admin, password: admin (factory default);
press Enter to enter into the preview page, users can carry
out PTZ control, configuration and other operations. For
more details, please see 4.2 Web Login.
2. HDMI Video Output
a. HDMI Video Cable Connection refers to No.11 in
Figure 2.2.3.
b. Connect the camera and the monitor by HDMII video
cable; video output is available after camera self-check.
3. 3G-SDI Video Output
a. 3G-SDI video cable connection refers to No.10 in
Figure 2.2.3.
b. Connect the camera and the monitor by 3G-SDI video
cable; video output is available after camera self-check.
2.5 INTERFACE INSTRUCTION
2.5.1 External Interface
External interface of this device: VISCA interface,
RS485 Input, 3G-SDI Output, HDMI Output, Network
Output Interface, DC 12V Power Supply and Audio Input
Interface.
Figure 2.5.1 PTZ model external interface diagram
2.5.2 Bottom Dial Switch
PTZ model Bottom Dial Switch diagram shown in Figure
2.5.2:
Figure 2.5.2 Bottom Dial Switch diagram
PTZ model: two DIP switches are set to ON or OFF to
select different modes of operation as shown in Table
2.5.2.
No.
SW1
SW2
Explanation
1
ON
OFF
Software Upgrade Mode
2
OFF
ON
Working Mode
Table 2.5.2 Dial Switch setting
Note: Working mode can be applicable for web upgrade.
2.5.3 RS-232 Interface
1. PTZ model RS-232C interface specification as shown below:
Computer or keyboard and camera connection method
Camera
WindowsDB-9
1.DTR
1.DCD
2.DSR
2.RXD
3.TXD
3.TXD
4.GND
4.DTR
5.RXD
5.GND
6.GND
6.DSR
7.IR OUT
7.RTS
8.NC
8.CTS
9.RI

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2. RS-232 Mini-DIN 8-pin Port Definition
3. RS232 (DB9) Port Definition as shown below:
4. VISCA networking as shown below:
Camera cascade connection method
Camera 1
Camera 2
1.DTR
1.DTR
2.DSR
2.DSR
3.TXD
3.TXD
4.GND
4.GND
5.RXD
5.RXD
6.GND
6.GND
7.IR OUT
7.OPEN
8. NC
8.OPEN
2.5.4 Power on Initial Configuration
1. Power on: Connect DC 12V power supply with
switching power adapter.
2. Initial configuration: After connecting the camera with
the power supply, it will have initial configuration. IR
indicator light will be flashing. After the camera head
turns to the left until towards to the bottom left, it returns
to the HOME position (both horizontal and vertical are in
the middle position). Then lens zooms in and out, self-
check is finished. IR led will also stop flashing. If the
preset 0 is set, camera will rotate to the preset 0 position
after self-check.
Note: If you set preset 0, when Power on self-check is
completed, the camera automatically moves to the preset
0 position.
NO.
Port
Definition
1
DTR
Data Terminal Ready
2
DSR
Data Set Ready
3
TXD
Transmit Data
4
GND
System Ground
5
RXD
Receive Data
6
GND
System Ground
7
IR OUT
IR Commander Signal
8
NC
No Connection
NO.
Port
Definition
1
DCD
Data Carrier Detect
2
RXD
Receive Data
3
TXD
Transmit Data
4
DTR
Data Terminal Ready
5
GND
System Ground
6
DSR
Data Set Ready
7
RTS
Request to Send
8
CTS
Clear to Send
9
RI
Ring Indicator

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3. APPLICATION INSTRUCTION
3.1 REMOTE CONTROLLER
Keys Instruction and Application：
Finishing initialization, it can receive and execute the IR
commands. Press the remote controller button, the
indicator light is flashing; releasethe button,the indicator
light stops flashing. Users can control the pan/ tilt/ zoom,
setting and running preset positions via remote
controller.
Key Instruction:
1. In the below instruction, “press the key” means a
click rather than a long press. A special note will be
given if a long press for more than one second is
required.
2. When a key combination is required, do it in
sequence. For example, [*] + [#] + [F1] means press [*]
first, then press [#] and finally press [F1].
1. Standby Key
After 3s long press, the camera will step into standby
mode. Long press 3s again, the camera will self-check
again and back to HOME position.
Note: If power-on mode is turned on and Preset 0 is set,
it will automatically point to the specified preset
position when there is no operation within 12s.
2. Camera Address Selection
Select the camera address to control.
3. Number Key
Set or run 0-9 presets.
Press a number key 0-9 directly to run a relative preset.
Note: Action in vain if a relative preset position is not
existed.
4. */ # Key
Key combination use
5. Focus Control Key
Auto Focus: Enter into auto focus mode.
Manual Focus: Enter into manual focus mode. Switch
the camera focus mode to manual focus by pressing [+]
or [-] to adjust.
Focus(near): Press [+] key (Valid only in manual focus
mode)
Focus(far): Press [-] key (Valid only in manual focus
mode)
Press and hold the key, the action of focus will keep
continue and stops as soon as the key is released.
6. Zoom Control Key
Zoom＋: Lens near (Zoom in)
Zoom－: Lens far (Zoom out)
Press and hold the key, the camera will keep zooming
in or out and stops as soon as the key is released.

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7. Set/ Clear Preset key:
Set Preset: Set a preset position, the users should press
the [SET PRESET] key first and then press the number
key 0-9 to set a relative preset.
Clear Preset key: Clear a preset position, the user can
press the [CLEAR PRESET] key first and then press the
number key 0-9 to clear the relative preset.
Note: 10 preset positions in total are available by
remote controller. Press the [#] key three times
continually to cancel all the preset.
8. Pan/ Tilt Control Key:
Press Key: Tilt up
Press Key: Tilt down
Press Key: Pan left
Press Key: Pan right
[HOME] Key: Return to the middle position or enter
into the next level menu
Press and hold the up/ down/ left/ right key, the pan/ tilt
will keep running until it runs to the end point and the
pan/ tilt running stops as soon as the key is released.
9. BLC Control Key:
Back Light ON/ OFF: Turn on or off the back light.
10. Menu Setting:
Enter/ exit the OSD menu or return to the previous
menu.
11. Camera IR Remote Control Address Setting:
[*] + [#] + [F1]: Camera Address No. 1
[*] + [#] + [F2]: Camera Address No. 2
[*] + [#] + [F3]: Camera Address No. 3
[*] + [#] + [F4]: Camera Address No. 4
12. Key Combination Functions:
1) [#] + [#] + [#]: Clear all presets
2) [*] + [#] + [6]: Restore factory defaults
3) [*] + [#] + [9]: Flip switch
4) [*] + [#] + [AUTO]: Enter into the aging mod
5) [*] + [#] + [3]: Menu set to Chinese
6) [*] + [#] + [4]: Menu set to English
7) [*] + [#] + [MANUAL]: Restore the default
username, password, and IP address
8) [#] + [#] + [0]: Switch the video format to 1080P60
9) [#] + [#] + [1]: Switch the video format to 1080P50
10) [#] + [#] + [2]: Switch the video format to 1080I60
11) [#] + [#] + [3]: Switch the video format to 1080I50
12) [#] + [#] + [4]: Switch the video format to 720P60
13) [#] + [#] + [5]: Switch the video format to 720P50
14)[#] + [#] + [6]: Switch the video format to 1080P30
15)[#] + [#] + [7]: Switch the video format to 1080P25
16) [#] + [#] + [8]: Switch the video format to 720P30
17) [#] + [#] + [9]: Switch the video format to 720P25