Ade OPTI-CAM User Manual

Presenting a unique concept in security equipment, ADE’s Opti-Cam offers an integration of
CCTV, intruder and lighting control for today’s demanding applications.
The first of its kind, this simple to install, combined VHS video recorder, 8 camera control unit and
light switching system offers a low cost CCTV/security solution for domestic and commercial
applications.

Combined video, 8 camera and lighting control unit

A self-contained, flexible security solution that can be easily configured for any number of applications.

5 Operating modes

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In/Out modes – provides customised event recording in either mode.

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Lighting control mode – creates the illusion of occupancy when out.

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Manual mode – enables the user to control and override the automatic settings.

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Scan mode – scans all cameras for preset times.

Intelligent event recording

Only records events as they happen and does not record continuously, saving tape review time. An 8-hour tape could last for weeks.

Incorporates 32 programmable timer settings for each day of the week

Has the flexibility to suit individual family lifestyles or control sophisticated routine operations in commercial or industrial
environments.

Simple, on-screen programming

User friendly, simple interface that allows the user to easily reprogramme the system set-up when desired.

Opti-Cam Surveillance System

Opti-Cam Features Continued

Compatible with both CCTV monitors and/or TV sets (via SCART connection)

Allows use of existing hardware, where available.

Integrates with most intruder alarm panels

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Set/Unset – only one action for both systems. No need to change current habits when leaving the premises.

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Provides protection of valuable cameras connected to the system by using integral security panel tamper feature.

Uses standard alarm inputs

The freedom to use any alarm input such as door contacts, movement sensors or pressure mats increases system flexibility.

Time and date generation

Allows the recorded events to be offered in evidence.

Video tape permanently spooled

Allows recording to start immediately upon detection.

Adjustable on-screen display positions

Ensures the on-screen display is positioned in the most appropriate place to ensure the field of view is not obscured.

Connects up to 8 remote keypads or IR receivers

Offers the user complete and immediate control over any aspect of the total system from any desired location on the premises.

Compatible with most existing CCTV cameras

Enables faster, simpler upgrading of conventional observation systems.

Engineer and User codes

Avoids changes to system set up by unauthorised users or potential intruders.

255 Event log

Lists time and date of all activities as they impact the total system.

THE SYSTEM CAN BE USED TO MONITOR SOUND AND

MOVEMENT INTERNALLY AND ALERT THE USER

AUTOMATICALLY.

Opti-Cam Surveillance System

A new concept in CCTV

The first of its kind, this simple to install, combined VHS video recorder, 8 camera control unit and light switching
system offers a low-cost CCTV system which will increase the scope of your security product offering.

By combining technologies ADE’s Opti-Cam allows installers to be extremely competitive on price against other
manufacturers’ units with similar feature sets.

FEATURE OPTI-CAM SYSTEM OBSERVATION SYSTEM

Cameras 8 4

Operating modes 5 2

Keypads 10 0

Recording Real time Time lapse

Display TV/monitor Monitor

Quad - Yes

Time and date Yes

Auto/manual sequential switching Yes

Event recording Yes -

Movement activation Yes -

Alarm integration Yes -

Facility to control lights Yes -

Adjustable on-screen display Yes -

Programmable timers Yes -

Feature comparison

Alternatively, compared against Observation Systems of a similar price, Opti-Cam’s feature set is much higher.