Arecont Vision AV08ZMD-400 Installation Manual

MegaDome® 4K

Installation Manual

Models:
8 Megapixel

 AV08ZMD-400

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Contents

Package Contents ............................................................................................................................................ 3

Camera Overview ............................................................................................................................................. 6

Installation ......................................................................................................................................................... 7

Surface Mount ..............................................................................................................................................10

Wall Mount ....................................................................................................................................................13

Pendant Mount ............................................................................................................................................16

Pole Mount ...................................................................................................................................................19

Corner Mount ...............................................................................................................................................21

Electrical Box Adapter ................................................................................................................................23

Adjusting the Pan, Tilt and Focus...................................................................................................................24

Auxiliary I/O Functions ....................................................................................................................................26

Camera Power Up ...........................................................................................................................................30

Reset to Factory Default .................................................................................................................................32

SD Card Set-up ................................................................................................................................................33

SD Card Tab ....................................................................................................................................................36

Camera Discovery, Setup, and Configuration ...............................................................................................37

Network Protocols............................................................................................................................................37

General Remote Focus ...................................................................................................................................38

Refined Remote Focus ...................................................................................................................................39

AV IP Utility Focus Tab ...................................................................................................................................41

Mounting Templates ........................................................................................................................................42

Support .............................................................................................................................................................43

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CAUTION!

1. Do not attempt to service a damaged unit yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.

2. Wiring methods shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code/NFPA 70/ANSI, and
with all local codes and authorities having jurisdiction. Wiring should be UL Listed and/or
Recognized wire suitable for the application.

3. Always use hardware e.g. screws, anchors, bolts, locking nuts etc. which are compatible with
mounting surface and of sufficient length and construction to insure a secure mount.

Package Contents

This equipment should be unpacked and handled with care. The original packaging is the safest
container in which to transport the unit and can be used if returning the unit for service. The packaging
contains:

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Reference #

Description

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1 1x Arecont Vision MegaDome® 4K camera
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1x Dome Cover
1x Mounting Plate
1x Grommet with Through Hole
1x Grommet without Through Hole
1x Insertion Tool
4x #6-32 1.0” Wood/ Metal Sheet Screw

4x #6-32 1.0” Drywall/ Masonry Mounting Anchors
4x #8-32 0.5” Machine Screw
1x Security L-key
1x Set Screw L-key
1x Mounting Template
1x Magnetic core
1x I/O cable
1x AC & DC auxiliary power cable
1x CD with Manual and Software

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Warranty Information

Global (3 Year) Limited Warranty

ARECONT VISION warrants to Purchaser (and only Purchaser) (the “Limited Warranty”), that: (a) each
Product shall be free from material defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty-six (36)
months from the date of shipment (the “Warranty Period”); (b) during the Warranty Period, the
Products will materially conform with the specification in the applicable documentation; (c) all licensed
programs accompanying the Product (the “Licensed Programs”) will materially conform with applicable
specifications. Notwithstanding the preceding provisions, ARECONT VISION shall have no obligation or
responsibility with respect to any Product that (i) has been modified or altered without ARECONT
VISION’s written authorization; (ii) has not been used in accordance with applicable documentation; (iii)
has been subjected to unusual stress, neglect, misuse, abuse, improper storage, testing or connection;
or unauthorized repair; or (iv) is no longer covered under the Warranty Period. ARECONT VISION
MAKE NO WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE,
OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTIES MADE BY ARECONT VISION ABOVE, AND
ARECONT VISION HEREBY SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER EXPRESS, STATUTORY AND
IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT AND THE
IMPLIED CONDITION OF SATISFACTORY QUALITY. ALL LICENSED PROGRAMS ARE LICENSED
ON AN “AS IS” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTY. ARECONT VISION DOES NOT WARRANT THAT (I)
THE OPERATION OF THE PRODUCTS OR PARTS WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE;
(II) THE PRODUCTS OR PARTS AND DOCUMENTATION WILL MEET THE END USERS’
REQUIREMENTS; (III) THE PRODUCTS OR PARTS WILL OPERATE IN COMBINATIONS AND
CONFIGURATIONS SELECTED BY THE END USER; OTHER THAN COMBINATIONS AND
CONFIGURATIONS WITH PARTS OR OTHER PRODUCTS AUTHORIZED BY ARECONT VISION
OR (IV) THAT ALL LICENSED PROGRAM ERRORS WILL BE CORRECTED.

For RMA and Advance Replacement information visit http://www.arecontvision.com

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Camera Overview

The AV08ZMD-400 4K 8-Megapixel/1080p MegaDome® 4K dual mode network camera is the new
generation of Arecont Vision’s full line of H.264 MegaDome® cameras. This fully compliant
implementation of H.264 (MPEG-4, Part 10) provides full 3840 x 2160 megapixel resolution at full video
frame rates of 30 frames per second (fps) at 8-megapixel and 60fps in 1080p binned mode. The
AV08ZMD-400 camera line provides an all-in-one solution with integrated 8-megapixel day/night
camera, remote focus, remote zoom, P-Iris, 4.4-10mm lens, SDHC card.

With the features of SNAPstream™ to reduce bandwidth without impacting image quality, scaling,
binned mode, privacy masking, extended motion detection and flexible cropping, the AV08ZMD-400 is
a high sensitivity, Power over Ethernet (PoE - IEEE 802.3af) compliant camera. Built with Arecont
Vision’s massively-parallel MegaVideo® processing technology, this camera offers more than 27-times
the resolution of standard resolution IP cameras with the ability to output full real-time frame rates and
deliver high-quality megapixel imaging for both indoor and outdoor applications.

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Installation

1. Determine a secure location to mount the camera.

2. Use the supplied security L-key, to loosen the four (4) screws securing the dome cover.

3. Remove the dome cover and protective foam. Do not remove screws from the dome cover.

The MegaDome® 4K camera has been designed to provide installers with flexible mounting
options such as ceilings, walls, poles or corners.

NOTE: When mounting the camera outdoors or in a wet environment, use of supplied grommet
is recommended. Ensure the grommet properly seated flush with the camera housing.

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1 Wall mount (AV

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WMJB) with integrated junction box

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Ensure you have the proper compatible mounting parts prior to starting your installation:

Pendant mount

Reference # Pendant Mount Components Required

1 Pendant mount (AV-PMJB) with integrated junction box
2

Wall mount

MegaDome® 4K camera

MD-CAP mounting cap

Reference # Wall Mount Components Required

MegaDome® 4K camera
MD-CAP mounting cap

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1 Wall mount (AV

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WMJB) with integrated junction box

2 MD-

CAP mounting cap

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MegaDome® 4K ca

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4 AV-

PMA pole mount adapter

1 Wall mount (AV

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WMJB) with integrated junction box

2 MD-

CAP mounting cap

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MegaDome® 4K camera

4 AV-

CRMA corner mount adapter

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Pole mount

Reference # Pole Mount Components Required

Corner mount

Reference # Corner Mount Components Required

4. Use the Arecont Vision software AV IP Utility located on the CD or available for download at our
website (www.arecontvision.com) for camera discovery and setup (see Instruction Manual located on
the CD or available on our website).

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Surface Mount

The MegaDome® 4K camera can be directly attached onto hard ceilings or walls including wood,
plastic, metal and concrete.

1. Use the template, anchors, and screws provided to prepare the mounting provisions for the
camera installation.

2. Use the supplied security L-key, to loosen the four (4) tamper resistant screws securing the
dome cover as shown in Figure 1. Do not remove screws from the dome cover.

Figure 1

3. Remove the protective foam and discard.

4. Install four supplied dry wall anchors using the supplied mounting template.

5. Align four supplied screws with the dry wall anchors and screw mounting plate into place as
shown in Figure 2.

Figure 2

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6. Prepare the network cable with the supplied grommet and insertion tool as shown in Figure 3.

Figure 3

NOTE: When mounting the camera outdoors or in a wet environment, use of supplied grommet
is recommended. Ensure the grommet is properly seated flush with the camera housing.

7. Align the hole on MegaDome® 4K camera with the hole on mounting plate, and install the
grommet on camera housing as shown in Figure 4.

Figure 4

NOTE: If using the side connection of the NPT port, you need to install the supplied grommet
without a through hole on the camera housing, and remove the cap covering the side entrance,
otherwise; leave the cap in place. If using the NPT port, always use Teflon tape around the
threads to ensure proper sealing. The conduit fits ¾” NPT standard. Ensure NPT port is facing
downward.

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8. Fasten securely four captive screws as shown in Figure 5.

Figure 5

9. Attach the Dome Cover to the MegaDome® 4K camera and fasten securely four captive
screws.

NOTE: When attaching the Dome Cover, make sure the IR foam on the lens not block the field
of view.

10. To configure the camera, reference the camera discovery, set-up and configuration section.

CAUTION! The captive screws must be used to properly secure the dome cover and

camera housing. Failure to use the captive fastener may result in serious injury. When
mounting the dome cover to the camera housing, ensure that the gasket is properly seated
and not folded. Failure to do so may result in water and dust ingress. Water damage from
improper installation is not covered by the warranty!

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Wall Mount

For a proper wall mount installation, the AV-WMJB wall mount and MD-CAP wall mount cap are
required (sold separately). A wall mount should only be attached onto hard ceilings including
wood, plastic, metal, and concrete.

1. Using the Mounting template, prepare the mounting provisions for the camera installation.

2. Connect wall mount cap and wall mount as shown in Figure 1.

Figure 1: Attach wall mount cap to the wall mount

NOTE: The thread size for Top shield, pendant pole and mount is 1.5” NPT.

3. Attach the wall mount to the wall using the four drywall screws provided or any optional
hardware suitable for the mounting surface.

4. Run the Ethernet Cable and outside power cable (if necessary) through the supplied rubber
gasket and then through the wall mount. Ensure the gasket is seated properly.

5. Attach the mounting plate to the MD-CAP with the supplied screws as shown in Figure 2.

Figure 2

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