ACTi B57 User Manual
Indoor Hemispheric Dome
Hardware Manual
B57, B59, B511, B511A
2016/07/20
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Table of Contents
Precautions 3
Safety Instructions ........................................................................... 5
Introduction 6
The List of Models ............................................................................ 6
Package Contents ............................................................................. 7
Physical Description ........................................................................ 8
Before Installation 9
Prepare the Power Adapter (Optional) ............................................ 9
Prepare the DI/DO Connector (Optional) ...................................... 11
Installation Procedures 14
Mounting Solutions ........................................................................ 14
Mounting on the Ceiling or Wall .................................................... 16
Step 1: Drill the Holes .................................................................. 16
Step 2: Prepare the Camera ........................................................ 17
Step 3: Install the Camera............................................................ 18
Step 4: Connect the Cable(s) ....................................................... 18
Step 5: Access the Camera Live View ......................................... 20
Accessing the Camera 21
Configure the IP Addresses ........................................................... 21
Access the Camera ......................................................................... 25
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Precautions
Read these instructions
Read all the safety and operating instructions before using this product.
Heed all warnings
Adhere to all the warnings on the product and in the instruction manual. Failure to follow the
safety instructions given may directly endanger people, cause damage to the system or to
other equipment.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you
to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Trademarks
ACTi and ACTi logo are registered trademarks of ACTi Corporation. All other names and
products used in this manual are registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Liability
Every reasonable care has been taken during the writing of this manual. Please inform your
local office if you find any inaccuracies or omissions. ACTi will not be held responsible for any
typographical or technical errors and reserves the right to make changes to the product and
manuals without prior notice.
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Federal Communications Commission Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and 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/TV technician for help.
Warning: Changes or modifications to the equipment that are not expressly approved by the
responsible party for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
European Community Compliance Statement
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B
Information Technology Equipment according to European Standard EN 55022
and EN 55024. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which
cause the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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Safety Instructions
Cleaning
Disconnect this product from the power supply before cleaning.
Accessories and Repair Parts
Use only the accessories and repair parts recommended by the manufacturer. Using other
attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause hazards.
Installation
Install this device as well as other devices (such as PoE injector, alarm, etc.) in a dry place
protected from weather.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Damage Requiring service
Disconnect this product from the power supply immediately and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions.
1) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged
2) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
3) If the inner parts of product have been directly exposed to rain or water.
4) If the product does not operate normally even by following the operating instructions in this
manual. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the instruction manual, as improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage, and will often require extensive work
by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine if the product is in proper operating condition.
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B57
6MP Video Analytics Indoor Hemispheric Dome with D/N, Adaptive IR,
Extreme WDR, SLLS, Fixed lens
B59
8MP Video Analytics Indoor Hemispheric Dome with D/N, Adaptive
IR, Extreme WDR, SLLS, Fixed Lens
B511
12MP Video Analytics Indoor Hemispheric Dome with D/N, Adaptive
IR, Extreme WDR, SLLS, Fixed lens
B511A
12MP Video Analytics Indoor Hemispheric Dome with D/N, Adaptive
IR, Extreme WDR, SLLS, Fixed lens
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Introduction
The List of Models
This hardware manual contains the following models:
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Camera
Terminal Block
(for Power)
Terminal Block
(for DI/DO)
Screw Kit
Drill Template
Quick Installation Guide
Warranty Card
Drill Template
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Package Contents
Check if the camera package comes with the following items.
IMPORTANT: When the camera is taken out from the box, the lens is covered by a thin film.
DO NOT remove this film. It is used to protect the lens from scratches or fingerprint marks
which may happen during installation. Remove this film only after the camera is securely
installed and all connections are complete.
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Physical Description
Item
Description
1
Reset Button
Used to restore the factory default settings, including the
administrator’s password. Using a pointed object, such as a pen,
press and hold the Reset button for 5 seconds or until the Power
LED lights up.
2
Digital Input / Output
Connects to digital input or output devices, such as an alarm
trigger, panic button, etc. Digital Input (DI) and Digital Output
(DO) devices are used in applications like motion detection,
event triggering, alarm notifications, etc. See Prepare the DI/DO
Connector (Optional) on page 11 for information on how to
connect DI/DO devices to your camera.
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Memory Card Slot
Insert a memory card (not included) into the slot for local
recording purposes.
NOTE: Supports only microSDHC and microSDXC cards.
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DC 12V Power Input
In case the camera is connected to a non-PoE (Power over
Ethernet) switch, use this connector to connect the camera to an
external power adapter. See Prepare the Power Adapter
(Optional) on page 9 for information.
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Power LED
Lights up when the camera is powered on.
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Ethernet Port
Connects to the network using an Ethernet cable.
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Audio Output
Connects to an audio output device, such as a speaker, with a
3.5 mm audio jack connector.
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Audio Input
Connects to an audio input device, such as a microphone, with a
3.5 mm audio jack connector.
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White stripe: Connects to 12V Pin
Connects to GND Pin
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Before Installation
The camera comes with terminal blocks used when an external power adapter and a digital
input/output device are needed to be connected to the camera. The following procedures
describe how to connect optional devices to the camera.
Prepare the Power Adapter (Optional)
In case of using a non-PoE switch or your PoE switch has limited power supply, you can
purchase a power Adapter and directly connect the camera to a power outlet. The power
adapter must be connected to the supplied terminal block before use.
To do this, follow the procedures below:
1. Loosen the screws of the 12V and GND pins of the power terminal block.
2. Take note that a standard power adapter cable has two (2) different wires:
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