GE Security UVC-XP3-HR User Manual
UVC-XP3-HR(-P)
Camera User
its environment. The camera is able to get the best
possible images in any situation and at any
temperatures within its operating specifications.
User guidelines
Use the following guidelines:
Manual
Content
Product description 1
User guidelines 1
Package contents 1
Installation 2
Video connections 2
Set the lens mode 2
Attach the lens 2
Connect power 3
Mount the camera 3
Connect the monitor 3
Programming 3
OSD controls 3
Main menu 3
Presets menu 4
Setup menu 4
Viewing menu 5
Exposure menu 7
White balance menu 8
Save/restore menu 8
Regulatory information 8
Menu Map 10
• Program as many camera settings as possible
before mounting the camera. Take appropriate
safety precautions while completing programming
after installation.
• Always use a 12 VDC or 24 VAC UL listed Class 2
power supply to power the camera.
Donotusethecameraoutsidethetemperaturerange
specifications:‐57to122°F(‐50to+50°C).
• If the light source where the camera is installed
experiences rapid, wide- variations in lighting, the
camera may not operate as intended.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electronic
shock, do not expose the camera to rain or moisture and
do not remove the cover or back.
Package contents
Check the package and contents for visible damage. If
any components are damaged or missing, do not
attempt to use the unit; contact the supplier immediately.
If the unit is returned, it must be shipped back in its
original packaging.
Package contents:
Multilingual Installation Sheet
Product description
This color video camera is the next generation in wide
dynamic range cameras. It uses the latest in UTC
Xposure image analysis technology.
The sensor architecture provides unequaled wide
dynamic range performance and improves how the
camera deals with low-light conditions.
Another revolutionary feature of the UltraView XP3 is
dual-temperature calibration. The UVC-XP3-HR is
calibrated at the factory, so the camera knows how to
adjust gain, white balance, and other settings based on
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Camera
C-mount adaptor
CAUTION: Use direct plug-in UL listed power supplies
marked Class 2 or LPS (limited power source) of the
required output rating as listed on the unit.
Installation
This chapter provides information on how to install the
camera.
Video connections
To make cable connections, do the following:
Figure 1: Making the video connections
1. Connect a coaxial cable terminated with BNC
connectors between the MON OUT connector of the
camera and the video in connector on a test or local
monitor.
Note: When the lens mode DIP switch is set to DD, you
can use the DD level screw (iris level adjustment) to
ensure the correct exposure of images for the camera’s
position and the lighting conditions. Use an insulated tool
to rotate the screw. Observe the results on the monitor
screen for the best setting.
Attach the lens
Refer to the instructions that came with the lens you
purchased for complete installation instructions of that
lens.
Note: For optimal performance, use an autoiris lens.
To install most lenses, see Figure 4 and do the following:
Figure 3: Attaching your lens
Video-type autoiris lens
leads
DC-type autoiris lens leads
2. Connect a coaxial cable terminated with BNC
connectors between the VIDEO OUT connector of
the camera and the video in connector on a monitor,
multiplexer, switcher, or other standard video device.
Set the lens mode
If your lens has a manual iris, ignore this switch. It is for
autoiris lenses only.
Figure 2: Lens mode DIP switch and iris level adjustment
1. Set to VD (video drive) for autoiris lenses with builtin amplifier
2. Set to DD (direct drive) for autoiris lenses without
amplifier
3. DD adjustment. See Note.
1. Video-type autoiris lens leads: A. Red (9 VAC); B. NC (no
connection); C. Black (ground); D. White (video)
2. DC-type autoiris lens leads: A. Damping coil (+); B. Damping coil
(-); C. Driving coil (+); D. Driving coil (-)
3. C-mount adapter (for C-mount lenses only
4. Lens (autoiris les shown; a manual iris has no cable)
5. Autoiris lens plug
6. Autoiris lens connector
7. Camera
1. If you are using a C-mount lens, screw on the
provided C-mount adapter.
2. Screw your customer-supplied lens onto the camera.
3. If you are using an autoiris lens, insert the autoiris
lens plug into the autoiris lens connector.
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Connect power
See Figure 5 and do the following:
Caution: Use direct plug-in UL listed power supplies
marked Class 2 or LPS (limited power source) of the
required output rating as listed on the unit.
Figure 4: Power connection
1. With a screwdriver, loosen the GND and
~AC24V/DC12V terminal screws on the terminal
block.
3. Press Enter (see OSD control pad on page 9) to
display the Setup menu.
Programming
This chapter describes how to navigate the setup menus
to adjust the camera settings.
OSD controls
Use the OSD (onscreen display) setup menus to
program the camera. See Figure 5 below.
There is a menu map on the back page of the manual
that shows an overview of the menus (see “Menu Map”
on page 10.)
Note: If you do not press a button for two minutes, your
changes are saved, and the camera returns to its normal
function.
Figure 5: OSD menu controls
2. Connect a universal 12 VDC, 24 VAC power supply
to the terminal block.
Note: The terminal block is not polarity- sensitive. Either
power lead can be connected to either terminal
connector. There is no need for an isolated ground wire.
The two power terminals can accept any polarity and
any combination of power that equals 12 VDC or
24 VDC.
3. Retighten the terminal screws until snug, ensuring
that the power leads are secure.
4. Supply power to the unit by plugging the power
supply into a proper source.
Note: The power LED illuminates to show that the
camera is receiving power. If it does not illuminate,
check the terminal block connections and the power
source
Mount the camera
To mount the camera, attach the camera to the
mounting surface using the appropriate fasteners.
Up
Down
Left
Right
Enter
Note: Wherever the PREVIOUS PAGE option appears,
use it to leave the current menu and return to the
previous menu. Move to the PREVIOUS PAGE option
and press the center button.
Main menu
The camera is configured through the setup menus
which appear onscreen.
To access and navigate the main menu, press and hold
Connect the monitor
Program the cameras by attaching a standard video
monitor to the system.
the center button of the OSD (See Figure 6). Use the up
or down buttons to move between items, and press the
center button to select that item. Use the left and right
buttons to select the different options available for the
To connect the monitor, do the following:
item.
1. Plug the monitor output cable to the video monitor
output connector (see Figure 1 on page 2.)
2. Connect the BNC cable to the video monitor.
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