ACTi KCM-8211 User Manual
Encoder Firmware V4.06.09 User’s Manual
Outdoor PTZ Camera
Hardware Manual
KCM-8211
2014/01/02
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Table of Contents
Precautions ............................................................. 4
Safety Instructions .................................................................................... 6
Introduction ............................................................. 7
List of Models ............................................................................................. 7
Package Contents ...................................................................................... 8
Physical Description ................................................................................. 9
Installation ............................................................. 11
Step 1: Unpack the Camera ..................................................................... 11
Step 2: Mount the Camera ...................................................................... 13
Mounting Options .................................................................................. 13
Other Mounting Accessories ................................................................. 14
How to Mount the Outdoor PTZ ............................................................ 15
Step 3: Waterproof the Cable Connections ........................................... 17
How to Waterproof the Cable Using the Cable Gland ........................... 18
How to Waterproof the Cable Using the Conduit Gland ........................ 22
How to Use the Junction Box ................................................................ 26
Step 4: Connect the Equipment .............................................................. 28
How to View the Camera on Your PC ................................................... 28
Accessing the Camera ......................................... 29
Configure the IP Addresses .................................................................... 29
Access the Camera .................................................................................. 33
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Appendix ............................................................... 35
How to Connect Digital Input / Digital Output Devices ......................... 35
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Precautions
Read these instructions
You should read all the safety and operating instructions before using this product.
Heed all warnings
You must 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 video device yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Trademarks
All names used in this manual are probably registered trademarks of 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. We cannot be held responsible for any
typographical or technical errors and reserve 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 video product from the power supply before cleaning.
Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
Do not use accessories not recommended by the manufacturer
Only install this device in a dry place protected from weather.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service this video product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Damage Requiring service
Disconnect this video 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 video product.
3) If the inner parts of the video product have been directly exposed to rain or water.
4) If the video product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions in this
manual. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the instruction manual, as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage, and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine if the video product is in proper operating condition.
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KCM-8211
2MP Outdoor PTZ Camera with D/N, Advanced WDR, SLLS, 18x
Zoom lens
Introduction
List of Models
This hardware manual contains the following model:
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Camera
Power Cord
Power Adaptor
Cable Gland
Conduit Gland
Gland Rubber Rings (x2)
Allen Wrench
Screws
Thread Seal Tape
Quick Installation Guide
Warranty Card
Package Contents
Check if the following items come with the camera package. If any of them is missing, please
contact your local sales agents or the Customer Help Desk (CHD).
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Physical Description
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1) Audio Output
This jack connects to an audio output device, such as a speaker.
2) DC 12V Power Input
This jack connects to the power adaptor and power cord to supply power to the camera.
3) Audio Input
This jack connects to an audio input device, such as a microphone with built-in amplifier.
Note: Make sure that the connected audio input device has a built-in amplifier. Connecting an
ordinary microphone will dwarf sounds and will result in inaudible recording.
4) Ethernet Port
The Ethernet port connects to a network using a standard Ethernet cable.
5) Digital Input / Output
The colored cables connect to digital input or output devices, such as an alarm trigger, panic
button, etc. Digital Input (DI) and Digital Output (DO) devices are used for applications like motion
detection, event triggering, alarm notifications, etc. Please refer to How to Connect Digital Input /
Digital Output Devices on page 35 for information on how to connect DI/DO devices to your
camera.
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6) Power Button
The power button is used to restart the camera. In case there is a need to restart the camera,
press the power button (using a pointed object, such as a pen or pin).
7) Power LED
The Power LED lights red when the camera is powered up.
8) Reset Button
The reset button is used to restore the factory default settings of the camera, including the
administrator’s password.
The reset button can be used for following purposes:
1. The administrator’s password has been forgotten and therefore the camera cannot be
accessed.
2. In case of IP address, mask, or allow/deny filter related issues, resulting with inability to
modify these settings.
3. In case of connectivity issues or abnormal video quality.
How to do the reset properly?
Step 1: Disconnect the power supply (e.g. disconnect the power adaptor or the high PoE
injector).
Step 2: Press and continue to hold the reset button (using a pin).
Step 3: Connect the power supply while keeping the reset button pressed.
Step 4: Wait for 45 seconds and release the reset button.
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Installation
Step 1: Unpack the Camera
1. Remove the plastic cover.
2. Loosen the four screws using the bundled Allen
wrench.
3. Carefully lift the camera cover and place it aside.
NOTE: The cover is attached to the camera by a
metallic wire; do not abruptly lift the cover.
4. Remove the outer and inner Styrofoam.
Outer Styrofoam Inner Styrofoam
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5. Attach the camera cover.
Align the cover screws to the screw holes on the
camera (as marked on the illustration) and secure the
screws using the bundled Allen wrench.
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