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Content
Chapter 1 Product introduction 1
Product overview 1
Features 1
System requirements 3
Chapter 2 Installation 5
Installation environment 5
Unpacking the dome camera 6
Removing the protective shipping materials 7
Setting up the dome camera 9
DIP switches and connectors 10
Setting the dome camera communication protocol 11
Setting the RS-485 communication 13
Setting the dome camera site ID 14
AC 24V power connector description 16
Alarm I/O 16
RS-485 connector 17
Wiring the dome camera 19
Mounting the dome camera on a ceiling 19
Mounting the dome camera on a wall 21
Pendant mounting the dome camera 21
Mounting an indoor dome camera in a ceiling (Flush mounting) 23
Chapter 3 Menu overview 29
On-screen information 29
Main menu overview 31
Using a keypad to program menus 33
Chapter 4 Basic setup 35
Language selection 35
Camera site ID displayed on a monitor 35
Title display 36
Title settings 36
Preset points settings 37
Sequence settings 38
Autopan settings 39
Cruise settings 40
Home settings 41
Chapter 5 Advanced setup 43
Default 43
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Backlight compensation 43
Focus adjustment 44
Exposure control settings 44
White balance 46
Camera setup menu 1 47
Camera setup menu 2 49
IR function (Day/night models only) 51
Alarm settings 52
Alarm detection 53
Wide dynamic range (WDR) 54
Privacy mask settings 55
Time setting 56
Schedule settings 57
Appendix A Specifications 59
Appendix B Camera settings checklist 61
Appendix C Contact information 67
Contacting support 67
Index 69
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Chapter 1
Product introduction
Product overview
The TruVision PTZ 36X Camera is an innovative camera designed for middle and
small surveillance applications. It possesses true PTZ camera features and has a
graphical programming interface for easier customization of camera settings.
The TruVision PTZ 36X Camera can be integrated with digital surveillance products
such as DVRs, control keypads and various accessories for a total surveillance
solution. The dome camera incorporates several protocols to enhance control and
connectivity.
The dome camera is ideal for all surveillance requirements in a wide variety of
buildings such as hotels, department stores, intelligent buildings, amusement parks,
parking lots, factories, hospitals, schools, and stations.
Features
This section describes the TruVision PTZ 36X Camera features.
For proper operation, adhere to the following operational, cable, and power
requirements for TruVision PTZ 36X Cameras.
Figure 1: Example of a system
1. Monitor A
2. Monitor B
3. Control keypad
4. DVR /Multiplexer/ Quad/ Switcher
5. Dome camera
6. Repeater
Cable requirements
Table 1 below lists the requirements for the cables that connect to the dome
camera.
Table 1: Recommended cable requirements
Operation Cable requirement Max. length
feet meters
Data (RS-
485)
Video 75 ohm RS-59 coaxial cable with BNC ends
STP (shielded twisted-pair) cable
Cat-5 cable recommended. If the total cable length
exceeds 1219 m (4000 feet), using a repeater to
maintain the signal is recommended.
4000 1219
Alarm Cat-5 cable recommended. 1250 381
Power 24 VAC cable. To determine the size of cable needed for individual
applications, see “Power cable size and length requirements” on page 4.
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Power cable size and length requirements
Using the proper gauge of power cable will ensure proper operation and
avoid voltage drops. See Table 2 below for the recommended cable gauge
for varying maximum cable lengths and power draws.
Table 2: Recommended power cable gauges based on maximum lengths for an
operating voltage of 24 VAC (±10%)
Wire gauge
AWG
10 2.59 2061 628 534 163
12 2.05 1294 394 335 102
14 1.63 813 247 211 64
16 1.29 512 156 133 41
18 1.02 322 98 83 25
20 0.81 203 62 53 16
22 0.64 127 39 33 10
mm
(diameter)
Indoor dome cameras
(14 W)
feet meters feet meters
Outdoor dome cameras
(54 W)
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Chapter 2
Installation
This chapter provides information on how to install the dome camera.
Use a control keypad or device, such as the Interlogix KTD-405/KTD-405-2D
keypad, to control the dome camera.
Installation environment
When installing your product, consider these factors:
• Handling: Handle the camera carefully. Avoid striking, shaking, etc. Improper
handing or storage could damage the camera.
• Electrical: Install electrical wiring carefully. It should be done by qualified
service personnel. The input electricity to the unit has a tolerance of 24 VAC
± 10%. Do not overload the power cord or adapter.
• Ventilation: Ensure that the location planned for the installation of the
camera is well ventilated.
• Temperature: Do not operate the camera beyond the specified temperature,
humidity or power source ratings. The operating temperature of the indoor
camera is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) and that of the outdoor camera is 40°C to 50°C (-40°F to 122°F). Maximum operating humidity is 90%.
• Moisture: Do not expose the indoor camera to rain or moisture, or try to
operate it in wet areas. The indoor camera is designed for indoor use or
locations only where it is protected from rain and moisture. Turn the power off
immediately if the camera is wet and ask a qualified service person for
servicing. Moisture can damage the camera and also create the danger of
electric shock.
• Cleaning: Clean only with a dry cloth. If the dirt is difficult to remove, use a
mild liquid non-abrasive detergent and wipe gently.
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• Protect from bright light: Never face the camera towards the sun. Do not
aim the camera at bright objects. Whether the camera is in use or not, never
aim it at the sun or other extremely bright objects. Otherwise, the camera
may be damaged.
• Servicing: Do not attempt to service this camera yourself. Any attempt to
dismantle or remove the covers from this product will invalidate the warranty
and may also result in serious injury. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Unpacking the dome camera
When you receive the product, check the package and contents for damage, and
verify that all items are included. If any of the items are damaged or missing,
please contact your local supplier.
Items shipped with the indoor (Figure 2 below) and outdoor (Figure 3 on page 7)
dome cameras include:
Figure 2: Indoor dome camera contents
Dome camera and 6” bubble
M4 screws (X4) and plastic
Hard ceiling mount User manual
anchors (X4)
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Figure 3: Outdoor dome camera contents
Security screws (X4):
M3 standard screw (x1)
M3 security screw (x1)
M5 standard screw (x1)
M5 security screw (x1)
Dome camera, housing top cap, and
6” bubble
User manual
Container of gasket lubricant (not
shown)
Waterproof top cap boot
3-pin 24 VAC power connector
(not shown)
Security TORX wrench
5-pin RS-485 connector
(not shown)
Removing the protective shipping materials
The outdoor dome camera is shipped with a protective tape and PE sheet on the
dome camera for protection. These must be removed before installation.
To remove the shipping materials:
1. Unpack the dome camera.
2. Remove the bubble assembly from the dome
housing by placing your hands on the plastic
ring and pushing up (away from the dome
housing) on the bubble assembly. The bubble
assembly is only held in place by compression,
due to the gasket.
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3. Remove the protective sheet.
4. Remove the protective tape on top of the
camera block and lens cover.
5. Apply a small amount of lubricant on the
surface of the waterproof rubber gasket.
6. Re-attach the bubble assembly to the dome
camera body by first aligning the center point
(dimple) on the bubble assembly with one of
the four holes in the dome camera housing, as
shown.
7. Place both hands on the bubble assembly ring
and gently press down the bubble assembly.
Make sure that the holes on the bubble
assembly align with the holes in the dome
camera housing.
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Caution: Do not press on the top of the bubble as
shown in the figure as it might damage the unit.
8. Secure the bubble assembly to the dome
camera housing with the supplied security
screw. Use the supplied security TORX wrench
to tighten the security screw.
9. Further secure the bubble assembly in place by
loosening (unscrewing) the two slotted screws
that are located on the bubble assembly so that
they are flush with the outside edge of the
dome camera housing.
10. Remove the plastic protective sheet from the
bubble.
11. Set the DIP switches.
Setting up the dome camera
To quickly put the TruVision PTZ 36X Camera into operation:
1. Configure the dome camera’s DIP switches, which are located on the top of
the dome camera.
2. Set the dome camera communication protocol.
3. Set the RS-485 communication DIP switch.
4. Verify and set the communication termination, if required.
5. Set the dome camera ID.
6. Mount the dome camera.
7. Wire the dome camera.
8. Connect the dome camera to a monitor.
9. Program the dome camera.
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DIP switches and connectors
Configure the dome camera’s ID and communication protocol before connecting
the analog dome camera to other devices. The DIP switches used for
configuring these settings are located on the top of the dome camera housing.
See Figure 4 below for the location of the DIP switches on both the indoor and
outdoor dome cameras.
Figure 4: Dome camera DIP switch location
Indoor dome camera Outdoor dome camera
A. Alarm I/O
B. Dome camera site ID DIP switches
C. BNC Video Output
D. Communication switch setting
E. Camera protocol setting
F. RS-485 connector
G. 24VAC power connector
See the following sections on how to setup the ID and control protocol of the
dome camera.
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Setting the dome camera communication
protocol
The TruVision PTZ 36X Camera can use several different protocols for
communication. To select a protocol, you must set the protocol DIP switches to
the correct sequence of 1s (on) and 0s (off).
To set a dome camera protocol using the DIP switches:
1. Locate the protocol DIP switch block (see E, Figure 4 on page 10).
2. Using Table 3 below, find the DIP switch sequence for the desired protocol
and set the switches accordingly.
Play Sequence 1 Preset 98 Preset 70 Preset 70 On – 8 - Enter
Turn 180 degrees
on pan
Show splash
screen
Iris+ Iris+ Iris+ Iris+
Preset 33 N/A N/A On – 1 - Enter
N/A N/A N/A On – 997 - Enter
Wipe or Preset
77
Preset 77
S Tours 1-7,
Preset 78 = S
Tours 8
Setting the RS-485 communication
RS-485 is the interface that connects the dome camera to the control device.
Consequently the RS-485 setup of the dome camera and the control device
must be identical.
Locate the communication DIP switch block (see D, Figure 4 on page 10). See
Figure 5 for a depiction of the communication DIP switches of the dome camera.
The RS-485 default setting is half-duplex (see Figure 5). This setting should only
be changed by a qualified CCTV specialist. DIP switches SW3 and SW4 are
used for termination and Line Lock adjustment respectively. The SW5 DIP
switch is used to restore the dome camera to the factory default status.
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Figure 5: RS-485 setting
Half-duplex (Default)
(Switches 5 & 6 are unused)
(Switches 5 & 6 are unused)
Full-duplex
Setting the dome camera site ID
Before turning on the dome camera, you must set the dome camera site ID.
Each dome camera connected to the same network must have a unique ID. Use
the 10-bit DIP switch to set the dome camera’s site ID setting.
To set a dome camera site’s ID:
1. Locate the dome camera site ID DIP switch block (B, Figure 4 on page 10).
2. Using Table 5 below, determine which DIP switches need to be set to the on
position. The equivalent value of the switches will add up to create the site ID
number for that dome camera. See Figure 6 on page 16 for an example.
3. Place the switches that correspond to those values in the On position.
4. Carefully record the site ID of each dome camera installed.
Table 5: DIP switch positions and equivalent values
DIP switch position
number
Equivalent value 1 2 4 8 16 32 64 128 256 512
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
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Table 6: Dome camera site ID DIP switch settings for dome cameras 1 to 30
Unit DIP switch UnitDIP switch UnitDIP switch
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
11 21
12 22
13 23
14 24
15 25
16 26
17 27
8
9
10
18 28
19 29
20 30
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Figure 6: Example of setting DIP switches for the dome camera site ID 210 (2 + 16 + 64 +
128 = 210)
AC 24V power connector description
Before wiring, refer to Figure 7 for power connector definition.
Figure 7: Power connector
P1: AC1
P2: GND
P3: AC2
Alarm I/O
The camera supports four digital alarm inputs and two digital alarm outputs.
Please make sure that the alarm connections are properly wired before starting
to configure alarm related settings. Please refer to Figure 8 and Table 7 for alarm
system wiring.
Figure 8: Alarm I/O connector
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Table 7: Alarm I/O connector pin definition
Pin Definition
1 ALARM_OUT_NO_1
2 ALARM_OUT_NC_1
3 ALARM_OUT_COM_1
4 GND
5 ALARM_OUT_NO_2
6 ALARM_OUT_CN_2
7 ALARM_OUT_COM_2
8 GND
9 ALARM_IN_4
10 ALARM_IN_3
11 ALARM_IN_2
12 ALARM_IN_1
RS-485 connector
Please refer to Figure 9 below for RS-485 connector definition before wiring.
Figure 9: RS-485 connector
Pin Definition
P1 R-
P 2 GND
P 3 R+
P 4 T-
P 5 T+
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Figure 10: Cable connections to the I/O box
A. KTD-405 keypad
B. RS-232 programming port
C. RS-485 and RS-422 in/out
D. RS-485 termination switch
E. RJ45 cable control (use the cable provided with the
equipment)
F. I/O box
G. Dome camera
To wire the RS-485:
1. Connect the T+ and R+ together, and connect to the KTD-405 I/O box
RS-485(A) connection.
2. Connect the T- and R- together, and connect to the KTD-405 I/O box
RS-485(B) connection.
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Wiring the dome camera
Caution: During installation carefully pull the cables so as not to damage them.
It is recommended to fasten the cables once they are connected.
To wire the dome camera (connectors described above):
1. Connect the BNC connector of the dome camera to the coaxial video cable of
a monitor or DVR.
BNC connector Coaxial video cable
2. Connect the Alarm I/O to a dry contact, for example, a PIR detector or an
access control system.
3. Connect the RS-485 serial data connector to the DVR/keypad.
Note: See “Cable requirements” on page 3 for information about using a RS-
485 cable for the dome camera.
4. Connect the power cable to the power source. As soon as the dome camera
is connected, it is operational.
Note: The ground wire must be inserted into the center pin of the power
input terminal block.
Mounting the dome camera on a ceiling
The indoor dome camera can be mounted on a solid ceiling using the hard
ceiling mount that is shipped with the dome camera.
Caution: Complete all installation steps before supplying power to the camera.
Items needed for mounting
A. Indoor dome camera, which is shipped with hard ceiling mount bracket
B. Screws and screw anchors for fixing the ceiling mount to a hard ceiling (not
supplied.)
Tools needed
Drill
Screwdriver
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To mount the dome camera on a ceiling:
Caution: For safety reasons the dome camera must be properly anchored to the
ceiling structure. It is important to ensure that a dome camera cannot be pulled
through ceiling tiles on which it is mounted.
It is recommended to mount the dome camera to an electrical box and not
directly to ceiling tiles. The electrical box must be properly anchored.
1. Place the hard ceiling mount in the desired position on the ceiling and mark
the position of the three screw holes.
2. Drill a hole in each marked position, slightly smaller than supplied screw
anchors.
3. Fix the hard ceiling mount to the ceiling
using the self-tapping screws, where
shown.
4. Thread all cables through the center hole
of the mount and connect the cables to the
base of dome camera.
5. Attach the dome camera to the hard
ceiling mount by turning the camera base
clockwise, from below (note that picture
here shows a counterclockwise direction,
because it is captured looking down from
above).
6. Tighten the screw at the side of the fixing
plate.
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7. If the dome camera bubble had been
removed earlier, reattach it now by
fastening the two screws (as shown).
The installation is complete.
Mounting the dome camera on a wall
The indoor dome camera can be mounted on a wall using an indoor wall mount
adapter. This mount is ordered separately from the dome camera. Outdoor
models do not require this adapter and can use the wall mounts directly.
There are two mounting kits available:
TruVision PTZ Indoor Wall Mount Adapter (TVP-IWA)
Wall Mount (TVP-LWM)
Caution: Complete all installation steps before supplying power to the camera.
Note: The TVP-LWM mounting hole patterns are compatible with other Interlogix
PTZ mounts such as the GEA-105 (corner mount), GEA-106 (pole mount), and
GEA-107 (roof mount).
Pendant mounting the dome camera
The indoor dome camera can be mounted with a user-supplied pipe using an
indoor wall mount adapter mount and NPT pendant adapter. These mounts are
ordered separately from the dome camera. Outdoor models do not require the
wall mount adapter but do require the NPT pendant adapter. The NPT adapter
thread specifications are 1.5” NPT male.
There are two mounting kits available for pendant mounting:
Please contact your local supplier for information on other mounting kits
available.
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Figure 11: Pendant-mount
1. Wall mount
2. Waterproof top cap boot
3. Housing top cap
4. Screws and screw anchors to attach pendant mount
to wall
5. Screws and washers to attach pendant mount to the
outdoor mounting kit
Items needed for mounting
A. Outdoor dome camera package (see Figure 3 on page 7)
B. Pendant mount kit, which is shipped with:
Wall mount
Sponges
M5 standard/security screws
C. Screws and screw anchors for fixing the standard wall mount onto the wall
(not included)
Tools needed
Drill
Screwdriver
To wall mount the dome camera:
1. Drill a cable-access hole in the wall where you want to install the wall mount.
2. Using the correct screws and screw anchors, fix the wall mount to the wall.
3. Attach the waterproof top cap boot to the wall mount.
4. Run the cables through the pendant mount. The cables should exit from the
pendant mount.
Note: Block the cable-entry hole in the wall with the supplied sponges to
prevent insects from entering the wall mount.
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5. Thread the cables through outdoor mount kit.
6. Attach the outdoor mount kit to the wall mount arm using the supplied screws
and washers. Adjust the rubber boot to the joint.
7. Connect the cables to the dome camera.
8. Attach the dome camera to the outdoor mount kit with the supplied screws
and washers.
Mounting an indoor dome camera in a
ceiling (Flush mounting)
The indoor dome camera can be mounted in a ceiling using the optional flushmount kit. The items and tools needed for the flush-mount installation are listed
as follows.
Items needed for mounting
Indoor dome camera package (see Figure 2 on page 6)
Flush-mount kit, which contains:
In-ceiling mount Flush-mount ring Ceiling sticker
M3x6 Screw (X2)
Tools needed
Tool for cutting a hole in the ceiling
Screwdriver (#2 Phillips)
Caution: Always check local building codes and safety regulations for additional
precautions.
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To install the indoor dome camera in a ceiling:
1. Install the camera on the bottom mount by
turning the camera clockwise, from below
(note that picture here shows a
counterclockwise direction, because it is
captured looking down from above).
2. Tighten the screw at the side of the fixing
plate, to finish installation of camera to
bottom mount.
3. Place the enclosed ceiling sticker on the
ceiling, and cut around the circle to create
a hole in the ceiling.
4. Disassemble the wings from the in-ceiling
mount by loosening the three screws, as
shown, until the wings are loose enough to
turn out from the ring.
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Caution: For safety reasons, the dome
camera must be properly anchored to the
ceiling structure. It is important to ensure
that a dome camera cannot be pulled
through ceiling tiles on which it is mounted.
5. Place the in-ceiling bracket into the ceiling
opening and affix by tightening three
screws, as shown.
6. When tightening, the wings will be turned
into the ceiling opening and will approach
the ceiling board.
Note: Ensure the wings are completely
flush with the ceiling board.
7. Route the cables down through the center
hole and connect to camera.
8. Put the camera, with installed bottom
mount, into the ceiling opening.
9. Tighten the screws, as shown, to affix the
bottom mount to the in-ceiling bracket.
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10. Affix the trim ring to the in-ceiling bracket,
as shown.
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Chapter 3
Menu overview
On-screen information
When the unit is powered up, a splash screen appears that displays important
system information (see Figure 12 below.) Items marked in italic in the figure can
change depending on the settings.
Figure 12: Splash screen that appears when the dome camera is powered up
Information on the status of several dome camera functions can be displayed on the
monitor screen. The on-screen display (OSD) shows the current zoom focus, alarm
number, time and date, as well as the dome camera area title and site ID. See
Figure 13 on page 30.
To download the current version of the firmware, please go to our web site,
www.interlogix.com.
INTERLOGIX
TRUVISION PTZ 36X
SITE ID: 001
INTERLOGIX-IMPAC/9600BPS (Protocol ID)
FW VER SWITCH.MAIN.CAMERA
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Figure 13: Position of on-screen information
Table 8: Dome camera information displayed on-screen
Position Function OSD Description
1 Motion MOTION Alarm Detect Message
2 Alarm ALARM 1 Alarm Message
3 Focus Modes &
Backlight
A
M
X
B
Auto Focus
Manual Focus
Back Light Compensation OFF
Back Light Compensation ON
4 Booting Message XX…(Dome Type); ID:
001 (Default)
DSCP/9600 (Default)
Shows Dome Type, ID Address,
Protocol and Baud Rate
INITIALIZING
5 Error Message PAN ERROR
TILT ERROR
Shows system initializing error
message
CAM MODULE ERROR
6 Zoom Ratio X1 Present Zoom Ratio
(Optical Zoom/Digital Zoom)
7 Title Maximum 20 characters for each title
16 sets of titles are available
8 Camera ID 001 Displays the camera ID
9 Time XXXX/XX/XX XX:XX Year/Month/Day Hour:Minute
10 Position Display XX YYY/YY XX: direction that PTZ is pointed (N,
E, S, W, NE, SE, SW, NW)
YYY/YY: angle of PTZ (0 to 359, -10
to 90)
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Main menu overview
The dome camera is programmed through the on-screen (OSD) menus. To access
the OSD menus, you must open the main menu. The main menu, which appears
over three screens, lets you set up thedome cameraor change the default settings
to suit your installation.
Note: The OSD menu can be pre-programmed to time-out after a certain number of
minutes of inactivity. The default value is two minutes.
Figure 14: Main menus
MAIN PAGE 1
LANGUAGE ENGLISH
DEFAULT CAMERA ON
BACKLIGHT OFF
FOCUS AUTO
AE MODE ENTER
WBC MODE AUTO
SETUP MENU 1 ENTER
SETUP MENU 2 ENTER
MAIN PAGE 2
ID DISPLAY ON
TITLE DISPLAY OFF
TITLE SETTING 01
PRESET ENTER
SEQUENCE ENTER
AUTOPAN ENTER
CRUISE ENTER
HOME SETTING ENTER
MAIN PAGE 3
IR FUNCTION AUTO
ALARM SETTING ENTER
ALARM DETECT NONE
WDR FUNCTION OFF
PRIVACY MASK ENTER
TIME SETTING ENTER
SCHEDULE ENTER
EXIT OSD YES
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Main menu commands options
Table 9 below provides a list of controls and options available on each screen that
you can access from the main menu. Access to the menu screens can depend
whether the system has been set up to require a password.
Table 9: Main menu descriptions
Command Function
LANGUAGE Configures the language of the on-screen display.
DEFAULT CAMERA Configures the remote system reset, or is used to default all the settings
AUTOPAN Configures autopan, start point, end point, direction, speed, and
execution.
CRUISE Configures the cruise number, record start, and record end.
HOME SETTING Configures home, return action selection, preset point selection,
sequence selection, autopan selection, cruise selection, return time,
and manual home.
IR FUNCTION
(D/N cameras only)
ALARM SETTING Configures alarm settings.
ALARM DETECT Configures alarm detection.
Configures IR cut filter threshold, and manual control.
WDR FUNCTION Enable/disable the wide dynamic range feature.
PRIVACY MASK Configures the privacy mask.
TIME SETTING Configures the time and date of the dome camera.
SCHEDULE Configures schedules for presets/sequence/autopans/cruises/IR
function.
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Using a keypad to program menus
Use a control device such as a control keypad to configure the camera menu
options. We use the KTD-405 keypad controller (Figure 2) in this manual to explain
the features of the TruVision PTZ 36X Camera because of the KTD-405’s ability to
control all of the camera’s features. (For detailed keypad instructions, refer to the
KTD-405/KTD-405-2D Controller Keypad User Manual.)
You can record the settings for the dome cameras using the checklist in Appendix B
“Camera settings checklist” on page 61. This checklist also lists the default values of
the settings, where applicable.
Accessing the programming menus
To access the programming menus using a KTD-405/KTD-405-2D keypad:
1. Switch the keypad to the camera site you want to program.
2. Press and hold the set key until Enter programming code displays.
3. At the code entry display, enter the programming code 9, 5, 1. Then press the
seq button.
4. At the first menu display, press 3 to select the option Camera.
5. At the Enter camera site number screen, enter the site number of the dome
camera you wish to program. Camera default value is 1. The Main Page 1 menu
appears.
Caution: If the camera times out while you are in a menu and exits the menu
system, all changes are automatically saved.
Navigating the menus
You can use the keypad joystick and keys to navigate through the menu system.
See Figure 3 on page 34 and Figure 14 on page 34 for further information on their
use.
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Figure 15: Menu keys of the KTD-405/405-2D keypad
Note: Shaded keys appear on the KTD-405A/ KTD-405-2DA only
Table 10: Navigating the programming menus using the KTD-405/405-2D keypad
Key Function
Scrolls up the menus.
Scrolls down the menus.
Scrolls left or right when indicated by in the menu.
Enters or exits a menu or submenu when indicated by in a menu option.
When a menu has , scroll left and right to select a menu function and
then press the set key to enter the submenu.
Iris +: Enters or selects a menu option
Iris -: Esc. Exits a menu option. There is no need to select the menu option
Exit to quit a menu.
Figure 16: Joystick motion
Scroll up
Previous
Next
Scroll down Edit (turn joystick clockwise)
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Chapter 4
Basic setup
This chapter describes how to configure the basic options for the TruVision PTZ 36X
Camera.
The default values (where applicable) of the settings are listed in the checklist in
Appendix B “Camera settings checklist” on page 61.
Language selection
The dome camera is shipped with on-screen display (OSD) menus available in
several languages. They include English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and
Spanish. The default language is English.
To change the language of the OSD menus:
1. Display the Main Page 1 OSD screen.
2. Select Language. The OSD menu will automatically change to the selected
language.
Camera site ID displayed on a monitor
You can display the camera site ID on the monitor to identify each dome camera.
The ID is a number. See Figure 1 on page 30 for the on-screen position of the
camera ID.
See section “Setting the dome camera site ID” on page 14 for information on setting
up a camera site ID.
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To display the site ID on the monitor:
1. Display the Main Page 2 OSD screen.
2. Select ID Display and then select one of the options:
On Display camera ID on the monitor screen.
Off Hide the camera ID on the monitor screen. Default setting.
Title display
You can display the area title of the dome camera on the monitor so that it is easy to
identify which area is being shown on-screen.
To display an area title:
1. Display the Main Page 2 OSD screen.
2. Select Area Title and then select one of the options:
On Display the title of the selected area on the monitor screen.
Off Hide the title of the selected area on the monitor screen.
Title settings
You can configure up to 16 zone titles. Each title can have up to 20 characters.
To create an area title:
1. Display the Main Page 2 OSD screen.
2. Enter a number for the view area; 01, for example.
3. On the keypad press the set key to enter the editing page. The Title Setting
screen appears as shown below.
4. Using the direction keys of the keypad, select a character and press the set key
to input.
For example: A set B set C set
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TITLE: ABC
5. To delete characters, select a character by moving the cursor to LEFT or RIGHT
and press set on the keypad. Then move the cursor to DELETE and press set to
delete the selected character.
6. When the title is completed, move the cursor to SAVE and press set to save it
and to return to Main Menu 2.
Preset points settings
The dome camera can be programmed to execute preset positions that can then be
recalled, for example, when an alarm is triggered or when the user requests it. See
“Schedule settings” on page 57 for more information on programming when a preset
position or sequence can be triggered.
You can program up to 256 preset points depending on the protocol used.
Table 11: Preset menu description
Function Description
Preset Set Set the preset points. You need to set up at least two points in order
to be able to then set up a sequence.
Show Preset Select the preset point that you want to execute. After pressing the
set key, the camera will turn to the appointed point.
Exit Select Yes to save any changes and return to Main Page 2.
To set a preset point:
1. Display the Main Page 2 OSD screen.
2. Select Preset to enter the Preset OSD menu.
3. Select a number by either pressing the right/left keys on the keypad to select a
number (001 represents preset point 1, 002 represents preset point 2, etc.), or by
using the iris+ key to increase or decrease the number by 10.
4. Press the set key on the keypad, and then rotate the dome camera to a targeted
pan, tilt, and zoom position.
5. Press the set key again to save the defined preset point.
Once the preset point is saved, move the cursor to the next menu item to execute
the preset point and confirm it is correct.
Note: To freeze the image as the dome camera moves between preset points, see
the option “Freeze” under “Camera setup menu 1” on page 47.
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Sequence settings
The function executes pre-positioning of the pan, tilt, zoom, and focus features in a
certain sequence for a dome camera. Before setting this function, you must have set
up at least two preset points.
This function is located on Main Page 2.
Figure 17: Sequence menu
SEQUENCE
SEQUENCE LINE 1
SEQUENCE POINT 01
PRESET POSITION 001
SPEED 01
DWELL TIME 001
RUN SEQUENCE ENTER
EXIT YES
Table 12: Sequence menu description
Function Description
SEQUENCE LINE Set up to eight sequences.
Using the left/right direction keys, select a sequence number and
then set its sequence steps.
SEQUENCE POINT Set up to 64 points for each sequence. The sequence steps are the
order in which the preset points are carried out by the camera.
Preset position, speed, and dwell time will also influence how the
camera shows each sequence step.
PRESET POSITION Set a specific preset position to the selected sequence step. You
can specify one of up to 255 preprogrammed positions. The unit will
automatically make the step after the last programmed step, which
is an End step. The sequence will then loop and keep running.
SPEED Set each sequence step to a different speed, ranging from 01 to 15.
Within this range, pan, and tilt speed varies from 5 to 400
(degrees/sec.)
DWELL TIME Set the period of time that the camera will stay at a sequence step.
The range is from 0 to 127 seconds. The camera will move to the
next sequence step when the dwell time expires. If the setting is 0,
the dome will stay at this preset until the camera is manually
moved.
RUN SEQUENCE Manually select which sequence to view after programming.
EXIT Select Yes to save any changes and return to Main Page 2.
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Autopan settings
The autopan feature allows the dome camera to pan continuously between right and
left limit settings. An autopan movement requires the start and end points to be
defined as well as specifying whether the movement is clockwise or
counterclockwise.
This function is located on Main Page 2.
Figure 18: Autopan menu
AUTOPAN
AUTOPAN LINE 1
START POINT TO FIND
END POINT
DIRECTION RIGHT
SPEED 01
RUN AUTOPAN ENTER
EXITYES
TO FIND
Table 13: Autopan menu description
Function Description
AUTOPAN LINE You can set up to four autopan functions. Use the LEFT/RIGHT
direction keys on the keypad to choose a line to execute.
You can also have the camera to do endless panning by setting the
start point the same as the end point.
START POINT To set the start position of the autopan path, proceed as follows:
1. While the menu option To Find is flashing, move the cursor to
Start Point and press set. The option will then become To
Save.
2. Move the dome to the desired position and press set to save
the position as the start point. The cursor will move to End
Point automatically. Set the end point to complete the autopan
setting.
Note: The tilt and zoom values of the start point are recorded and
fixed for the selected autopan.
END POINT Set the end position of the sequence. See “Start Point” above for
further information.
DIRECTION You need to specify whether the camera moves clockwise or
counterclockwise from the start point to the end point before then
returning to the start point.
Select Right for the camera to pan clockwise from the start point to
the end point, and then return to the start point.
Select Left for the camera to pan counterclockwise e from the start
point to the end point, and then return to the start point. See the
picture below.
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Function Description
SPEED Select the speed at which the camera automatically pans. Choose
RUN AUTOPAN Once the autopan setup is completed, you can run the autopan
EXIT Select Yes to save any changes and return to Main Page 2.
Start point
Left Right
Counterclockwise Clockwise
End point
from four speed settings (10 to 45°/sec.) where 1 is the slowest.
function.
Cruise settings
A cruise is a route formed with manual operation, through adjusting pan and tilt
position, which can be stored and recalled to execute repeatedly.
This function is located on Main Page 2. See Figure below.
Figure 19: Cruise menu
CRUISE
CRUISE LINE 1
RECORD START ENTER
RECORD END ENTER
RUN CRUISE ENTER
EXIT YES
Table 14: Cruise menu description
Function Description
CRUISE LINE Up to eight cruises can be defined. Using LEFT/RIGHT direction
keys to select a cruise number first and then follow the steps below
to start recording the cruise path.
RECORD START You need to define where the cruise starts.
RECORD END You need to define where the cruise ends.
RUN CRUISE When the cruise is recorded, select this option to playback the
cruise.
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Function Description
EXIT Select Yes to save any changes and return to Main Page 2.
Home settings
Set the dome camera to automatically return after a period of inactivity to a specific
preprogrammed preset, sequence, autopan, or cruise position. This feature is
disabled by default.
This function is located on Main Page 2.
Figure 20: Home setting screen
HOME SETTING
HOME FUNCTION OFF
SELECT MODE PRESET
PRESET POINT 001
RETURN TIME 001MIN.
GO ENTER
EXIT YES
Table 15: Home setting menu description
Function Description
HOME FUNCTION Enable or disable the function.
SELECT MODE This function tells the camera which mode to execute when home is
enabled and the set return time is reached.
Select one of the four following modes: Autopan, Sequence, Cruise,
and Preset. Depending on which mode is selected, the menu item
below changes.
PRESET POINT This is listed if Preset was selected as the return action mode (see
Figure 8 above.)
Select a preprogrammed preset point to where the camera should
return when the return time is activated. See “Preset points settings”
on page 37 for more information.
SEQUENCE LINE This is listed if Sequence was selected as the return action mode.
Select a sequence that the camera should execute after a period of
inactivity. See “To set a preset point” on page 37” for more
information.
AUTOPAN LINE This is listed if Autopan was selected as the return action mode.
Select a preprogrammed autopan that the camera should execute
after a period of inactivity. See “Autopan settings” on page 39 for
more information.
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Function Description
CRUISE LINE This is listed if Cruise was selected as the return action mode.
Select a preprogrammed cruise that the camera should execute
after a period of inactivity. See “Cruise settings” on page 40 for
more information.
RETURN TIME Select the period of inactivity (return time) after which the home is
activated. The time period ranges between 1 and 128 minutes.
GO If Home has been enabled, you can execute a home setting
manually.
EXIT Select Yes to save any changes and return to Main Page 2.
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Chapter 5
Advanced setup
This chapter describes how to configure the advanced options for the TruVision PTZ
36X Camera.
The default values (where applicable) of the settings are listed in the checklist in
Appendix B “Camera settings checklist” on page 61.
Default
Use this menu to reset the unit.
Function Description
System Reset Select to reboot the camera.
Default System Select to restore all camera settings and functions back to factory default.
The camera will reboot.
Default Camera Select to restore back to factory default the camera settings under AE,
White Balance, and Camera Setup menus.
Exit Select Yes to save any changes and return to Main Page 1.
Backlight compensation
The backlight compensation function improves image quality when the background
illumination is high. It prevents the object in the center from appearing too dark.
One practical application of backlight compensation enables you to see detail inside
a room with a window on a bright day. The auto exposure will average all the light in
the scene, so bright areas, such as windows, get greater weight, and the dome
camera will adjust so you can see the bright area (outside). Backlight correction
forces the dome camera to ignore areas of high brightness, so the rest of the scene
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(the inside of the building) will be properly exposed. You can see detail inside, but in
the process the lighting at the window will be adjusted so seeing outside is not
possible.
The default setting is Off.
Note: Leaving backlight compensation on all the time on an unattended PTZ dome
camera will produce a picture that is washed out or too bright under normal daylight
or bright room conditions.
This menu is located on Main Page 1.
Focus adjustment
The camera’s focus works in Auto Focus mode by default. You can control the focus
manually using the keypad control. However, the focus returns to Auto as soon as
the Pan or Tilt is moved. The focus control behavior cannot be controlled from the
menus.
This menu is located on Main Page 1.
Table 16: Focus menu description
Function Description
Auto The lens continuously adjusts to the correct focus automatically for the
sharpest picture. This is the default setting.
Manual Focus is adjusted manually by pressing the Focus + / - button on the
controller keypad or by using the joystick. Once the manual adjustments
have been made, the camera returns to the default setting, Auto focus.
Exposure control settings
Auto exposure (AE) allows you to automatically set the proper exposure according
to the existing light conditions. You can select the AE mode to have an aperture
(iris) –priority, shutter-priority, or set the options manually.
Exposure is the amount of light received by the camera’s image sensor and is
determined by how wide you open the lens diaphragm (iris adjustment), by how long
you keep the sensor exposed (shutter speed), and by other exposure parameters.
This menu is located on Main Page 1.
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Figure 21: Example of the AE mode menu with the Shutter option selected
Table 17: AE mode menu description
Function Description
Exposure
Compensation
AE mode Set the method the camera uses to adjust to different light levels:
Iris: The iris value is fixed at F1.6.
Manual: Manually select a shutter speed (1/10000 to 1/50 for PAL;
Auto: Select for the camera’s brightness, shutter speed, iris and AGC
Shutter: The shutter speed takes main control of exposure, and both iris
Exit + Save Select Yes to save any changes and return to Main Page 1.
Select the exposure value, which ranges from -10.5 dB to+10.5 dB. The
default setting is Off.
1/10000 to 1/60 for NTSC) and gain value (-3 dB to 28 dB) to optimize
the video output. Select a higher value to see movement and a lower
value to see clearer images.
(Auto Gain Control) control circuits work together automatically to get
consistent video output level.
and AGC will function automatically in cooperation with the shutter speed
to achieve consistent exposure output.
Select a shutter speed by format:
NTSC: 1/60, 1/90, 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, 1/500,
1/725, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2,000, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/6000, or 1/10000 sec.
PAL: 1/50, 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2,000, 1/5000, or 1/10000 sec.
Select a higher value to see movement and a lower value to see clearer
images
To change the AE mode values:
1. Display the Main Page 1 screen.
2. Select AE Mode. It will start flashing. Press set.
3. Select one of the AE Mode options (Auto, Iris, Manual, or Shutter) using the set
button. The option’s sub menu appears.
4. Select the desired value. The other AE mode options cannot be changed.
5. Exit the menu and return to Main Page 1.
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White balance
White balance (WB) tells the dome camera what the color white looks like. Based on
this information, the dome camera will then continue to display all colors correctly
even when the color temperature of the scene changes such as from daylight to
fluorescent lighting, for example.
The unit for measuring this ratio is in degree Kelvin (K). You can select one of the
White Balance control modes according to the installation condition. The following
table shows the color temperature of some light sources.
Table 18: Examples of the color temperatures of different light sources
Light sources Color temperature in °K
Cloudy sky 6,000 to 8,000
Noon sun and clear sky 6,500
Household lighting 2,500 to 3,000
75-watt bulb 2,820
Candle flame 1,200 to 1,500
See Table 19 below for a description of the functions available.
This menu is located on Main Page 1.
Table 19: White balance menu description
Function Description
Auto Select to enable or disable automatic white balance. Its color
temperature range is 3000 to 7500°K. The white balance value is
calculated using color information from the entire screen. This is
the default setting.
Indoor Select for a static indoor setting. Optimizes the WB for typical
indoor conditions. It is set at 3200°K base mode.
Outdoor Select for a static outdoor setting. Optimizes the WB for typical
outdoor conditions. It is set at 5800°K base mode.
ATW Auto Tracing White Balance.
Select to enable or disable auto tracing white balance. Its color
temperature range is 2000 to 10,000°K. The white balance is
calculated, or “traced”, more quickly than by the Auto function.
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Function Description
Manual Select to make manual adjustments to the white balance. R (red
level) and B (blue level) gains are adjustable and range from 0 to
127.
Exit Select Yes to save any changes and return to Main Page 1.
Camera setup menu 1
You can select whether to activate several dome camera functions including Digital
Zoom, Auto Slow Shutter, Noise Reduction, Video Invert, and Image Freeze. See
Figure 0 below and Table 20 below for information on these functions.
This menu is located on Main Page 1.
Note: The Image Flip and the Image Invert functions are automatically disabled
when the Privacy Mask function is enabled.
Figure 22: Camera setup menu
SETUP MENU 1
ZOOM SPEED FAST
MAX. DIGITAL ZOOM OFF
SLOW SHUTTER 1/50
D.N.R. 01
IMAGE INVERSE OFF
FREEZE OFF
APERTURE AUTO
STABILIZER OFF
EXITYES
Table 20: Camera setup menu description
Function Description
ZOOM SPEED Zoom speed is fixed (8).
MAX. DIGITAL ZOOM Set the digital zoom on the camera. Digital zoom (also known as
electronic zoom) indicates how much zoom the camera’s software can
add to the optical limit. The maximum optical zoom limit will be multiplied
by the electronic zoom setting to increase total zoom. Digital zoom is
activated when the full optical zoom level is reached. It can be set up to a
maximum of 12X.
The default setting is OFF.
Note: Digital zoom may degrade image quality.
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Function Description
SLOW SHUTTER Automatic Slow Shutter.
Select to delay the switch to night mode. This feature only works when the
camera is in day (color) mode. It extends the useful range of the color
mode in dark situations and keeps the camera in color mode longer before
having to switch to night mode. However, motion can become blurry when
the shutter is set to auto slow.
Note: This feature is only available on cameras with day/night capability.
See “IR function (Day/night models only)” on page 51 for more
information.
D.N.R. Digital Noise Reduction.
Select to improve image quality in low light levels. The default setting is
Off.
With 2D / 3D noise reduction, the processor analyzes the camera images
pixel by pixel and frame by frame to eliminate environmental noise signal
so that the highest quality image can be produced even in low light levels.
3D DNR generates better noise reduction than 2D DNR.
IMAGE INVERSE Sets whether images will be inverted. See the photos below.
Video Invert Off Video Invert On
By default images appearing on-screen are upside down as cameras are
usually installed on ceilings, for example. However, by enabling this option
the image can be inverted. This may be required during testing or
demonstrations, for example.
When this function is enabled, the preset mask(s) will be set to off
automatically. See “Privacy mask settings” on page 55 for more
information. The default setting is Off.
FREEZE Sets whether the most recent camera image will freeze on the screen
while the camera is traveling to a preset position.
Enable this function to freeze the camera image while the camera moves
between preset positions. The camera freezes the last image while it is
moving and displays a static image until it stops moving. Disabling this
function causes the camera to display live video as the camera moves to
the preset position.
The default setting is Off.
See “Preset points settings” on page 37 for further information on setting
preset points and sequences.
APERTURE Use this to set the definition of objects. When this function is enabled the
edges of objects in an image are more sharply defined. There are 16
levels of adjustment from 01 to 16, where 01 is no enhancement.
This function could be used, for example, when there is text in a camera
image. Enabling the function would make the text appear sharper.
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Function Description
STABILIZER If enabled, the camera can clearly capture some images that would
otherwise be blurred due to vibration.
Note: If enabled, the following settings will automatically be adjusted: 1)
WDR will turn OFF; 2) Digital Slow Shutter will be set to No Function; 3)
Digital Zoom capability will be limited.
EXIT Select Yes to save any changes and return to Main Page 1.
Camera setup menu 2
This menu provides access to pan/tilt, password, and speed settings that can be
changed or customized. See Figure 1 below for the screen.
This menu is located on Main Page 1.
Note: The Image Flip and the Video Invert functions are automatically disabled
when the Privacy Mask function is enabled.
Figure 23: Pan/Tilt setup screen
SETUP MENU 2
FLIP ENTER
ANGLE ADJUSTER ENTER
PT POSITION ENTER
SPEED BY ZOOM OFF
AUTO CALI. OFF
PASSWORD OFF
OSD AUTO CLOSE 20 SEC
SYSTEM RESET ENTER
Table 21: Pan/Tilt setup menu description
Function Description
FLIP Image flip automatically rotates the camera 180 degrees when the
bottom tilt limit is reached. This feature enables tracking of a target
passing directly under the camera.
FLIP SETTING
FLIP OFF
EXIT + SET YES
IMAGE: Select this option to seamlessly track objects. Almost no
delay occurs compared to the spin mode.
The privacy mask function is automatically disabled if the E-flip
function is enabled, and the screen will show “Mask will be set off.”
M.E. (Mechanical Flip): This is a standard mechanical operation. As
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Function Description
the dome tilts to the maximum angle, it will pan 180°, and then
continue tilting to keep tracking objects.
Off: Select this option to disable the image flip function. This is the
default setting.
Note: To make the camera tilt within a specific range, such as
between -10° to +100°, set the range of tilt angle in the Angle
Adjuster menu (see next section). The default tilt setting is 90°.
ANGLE ADJUSTER Use this setting to adjust the minimum and maximum camera viewing
angles.
The minimum angle can be adjusted between -10° and +10°. Default
value is 0°.
The maximum angle can be adjusted between 80° and 100°. Default
value is 90°.
PT POSITION Use this setting to display the pan/tilt position on the screen.
SPEED BY ZOOM Proportional speed.
Proportional speed decreases the pan/tilt speed of the camera to
provide better tracking when the camera is zoomed in. This helps
reduce pan/tilt overshoot when zooming in on objects far from the
camera.
AUTO CALI. Auto calibration.
There are one horizontal and one vertical infrared ray check points in
each dome. When the camera’s position is moved during installation
or maintenance, the relative distance between the original set point
and the check point could be changed. Enable the Auto Calibration
function, the dome will automatically detect the distance change and
reset the point back to the original position.
PASSWORD The camera is shipped without password protection. When this
function is enabled, you will be prompted to enter the password to
proceed whenever the OSD menus are accessed.
To set or change a password:
1. For the password function, select On and press the set key. The
New Password screen appears.
2. Using the arrow keys on the keypad or the jogging stick, select a
number from the list and press the set key to input. For example,
for password 0134, select:
For example: 0, set, 1, set
Passwords must have four digits. The default password is 0000.
, 3, set , 4, set
3. In the Confirm Password line enter the same password again to
confirm the setting.
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Function Description
4. Select Save and return to Main Page 1.
Caution: Record your password in a safe place. If you should forget
your password, you will not be able to access the camera menus.
Please contact technical support for assistance.
OSD AUTO CLOSE Set the period of time that menus will stay on-screen.
Select one of the time options, from 10 to 30 seconds. If Off is
enabled, the menus remain on-screen.
SYSTEM RESET Select System Reset to reboot the camera.
Select Default System to restore camera to factory default settings.
EXIT Select Yes to save any changes and return to Main Page 1.
IR function (Day/night models only)
This function controls when the dome camera switches to day or night mode. The
dome camera produces high-quality color video during the day or when light levels
are high. It then switches to monochrome and removes the infrared filter to improve
IR sensitivity at night or when light levels are low.
Note: This menu will only be present if the dome camera supports day/night
switching.
Table 22: Day/night menu description
Function Description
AUTO Select this option for day/night mode to be automatically activated.
The internal circuit will automatically decide the threshold to remove
the IR cut filter according to the value of light condition calculated by
internal light algorithms. The options include Low, Mid, and Hi.
Low indicates a higher sensitivity and can improve reliability of lens
so that it is fast to switch to Day mode and relatively difficult to
change into Night mode; Hi indicates that it is fast to switch to Night
mode and difficult to change into Day mode.
This is the default setting.
MANUAL Select manually whether day or night mode is activated.
Select On to deactivate the IR cut filter and put the camera in B/W
(Night) mode. Select Off to activate the IR cut filter and put the
camera in color (Day) mode.
It can be toggled on and off using the KTD-405 keypad by pressing
the esc key and flashlight buttons together.
EXIT Select Yes to save any changes and return to Main Page 3.
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Alarm settings
You can program actions for alarms. The camera has four alarm inputs and two
alarm outputs (NO and NC) to which to connect alarm devices.
Figure 24: Alarm setting menu
ALARM SETTING
ALARM PIN 1
ALARM SWITCH OFF
ALARM TYPE N.C.
ALARM ACTION PRESET
PRESET POINT 001
DWELL TIME ALWAYS
ALARM PRIORITY 1
EXIT YES
Table 23: Alarm setting menu description
Function Description
ALARM PIN Select an alarm connector, and then set its alarm-related
parameters in the Alarm Setting menu.
ALARM SWITCH Enable or disable the selected alarm pin function.
ALARM TYPE Select the contact type (NO, NC).
Normally Open (NO):
Alarm In
Normally Closed (NC):
Alarm In
ALARM ACTION Select one of the pre-programmed modes to be executed
when the alarm is triggered (Preset, Sequence, Autopan, or
Cruise.) The option listed below will depend on which mode
has been selected.
When an alarm is triggered, there will also be a warning
flashed on-screen. See Figure 1 on page 30.
PRESET POINT Select a pre-programmed preset number that the camera
should execute when an alarm contact is triggered.
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Function Description
SEQUENCE LINE Select a pre-programmed sequence number that the camera
should execute when an alarm contact is triggered.
AUTOPAN LINE Select a pre-programmed autopan number that the camera
should execute when an alarm contact is triggered.
CRUISE LINE Select a pre-programmed cruise number that the camera
should execute when an alarm contact is triggered.
DWELL TIME Set the duration during which the camera will keep the relay
energized when an alarm is triggered. This relay timer starts
counting from the second the alarm is triggered.
Time options are 1 to 127 seconds, OFF, or Always (on) when
alarm occurs.
ALARM PRIORITY Set alarm priority from 1 to 4 for each alarm pin.
Note: If two or more alarm contacts are triggered at the same
time, the lower alarm contact number will have priority. For
example, if Alarm 1 and Alarm 3 are triggered simultaneously,
only Alarm 1 will be handled.
ALARM OUTPUT Set the alarm output device(s) to be triggered by the alarm: 1,
2, both, off.
EXIT Select Yes to save any changes and return to Main Page 3.
Alarm detection
You can program the system to respond to motion detection.
DETECT SWITCH Enable or disable the alarm detect function.
DETECT MODE Select the alarm detection mode:
- INT FOCUS: Trigger an alarm if the internal focus
changes.
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Function Description
- FIX FOCUS: Trigger an alarm if focus movement is
detected.
- INT AE: Trigger an alarm when auto exposure
movement is detected.
- FIX AE: Trigger an alarm if the exposure value
changes.
- MOTION: Trigger an alarm if the motion volume
reaches/exceeds the determined sensitivity threshold
value.
BLOCK MODE In motion detection mode, use this to enable dynamic
highlighting of areas where motion is detected.
FRAME SET Up to four motion detection zones (frames) can be set. These
frames are used as zones of motion detection.
LEFT LIMIT L/R
TOP LIMIT D/U
H SIZE 000
V SIZE 000
MODE PRESET
PRESET POINT 001
DWELL TIME 001 SEC
EXIT YES
FRAME SET 1
FRAME DISABLE Use this feature to cancel frames.
THRESHOLD Motion detection sensitivity (threshold) can be set. 1 is
highest sensitivity, 255 is lowest.
EXIT Select Yes to save any changes and return to Main Page 3.
Wide dynamic range (WDR)
When enabled, this feature allows you to see details of objects in shadows or details
of objects in bright areas of frames that have high contrast between light and dark
areas.
It can be toggled on and off using the KTD-405 keypad by pressing the esc key and
the magnifying glass keys together.
This menu is located on Main Page 3.
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Privacy mask settings
Privacy masks let you conceal sensitive areas (such as neighboring windows) to
protect them from view on the monitor screen and in the recorded video. You can
create 16 privacy masks (numbered 1 to 16) per camera. A maximum of eight
privacy masks can be displayed at one time.
When creating your masks, it is a common practice to make them 50% larger than
the areas you wish to cover so that the masked areas remain concealed at all times.
Masks cannot be created in the area directly below the dome camera.
The dome camera takes the center of the selected view as the starting point when
setting a mask. The joystick is locked during setup.
Figure 26: Mask information
Area to be masked Mask
0° (+90°)
Positive (+)
hemisphere
180° (-90°)
Negative (-)
hemisphere
90° (0°)
Mask 50% larger than the area to be covered No mask allowed 20° either side of the 90° (0°) tilt
Note: The Image Flip function is automatically disabled when the Privacy Mask
function is enabled.
Figure 27: Privacy mask menu
PRIVACY MASK MENU
PRIVACY SWITCH OFF
TRANSPARENCY OFF
COLOR BLACK
SET MASK 01
CLEAR MASK 01
EXIT YES
Table 25: Privacy mask menu description
Function Description
PRIVACY SWITCH Enable or disable this option. The default setting is Off.
TRANSPARENCY Select Set whether the color of privacy mask is transparent. Select
On to display transparent masks The default setting is Off.
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Function Description
COLOR Select the color of the privacy mask. The available colors are black,
white, red, green, blue, cyan, yellow and magenta
SET MASK Up to 16 privacy masks can be set.
To set a privacy mask
1. Turn on the Privacy Mask feature, and select ON.
2. Select a mask number. Then select Set Mask and press the set
key to enter the Set Mask menu.
3. Select each of the following options to position and size the
mask on-screen:
Center: Using the joystick or the left/right keys, adjust the
mask’s horizontal position. The camera will move according to
the joystick movements.
H Size (H size range 00 to 80): Adjust Horizontal (Width) by
moving the joystick Left and Right.
V Size (V Size range 00 to 60): Adjust the Vertical (height) by
moving the joystick Up and Down.
Note: Set the H and V sizes to 0 to delete the selected mask.
CLEAR MASK Delete a saved mask zone.
To delete a privacy mask:
1. Select the mask zone to be deleted (e.g. 01).
2. Press the set key to confirm the selection.
EXIT Select Yes to save any changes and return to Main Page 3.
Time setting
Set the time and date related parameters of the dome camera.
Figure 28: Time setting menu
TIME SETTING
TIME DISPLAY OFF
SET YEAR 00
SET MONTH 01
SET DAY 00
SET HOUR 00
SET MINUTE 00
+
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Table 26: Time setting menu description
Function Description
TIME DISPLAY Select whether time is displayed on-screen. The default setting is
Off.
SET YEAR Select the year number.
SET MONTH Select the month number.
SET DAY Select the day number.
SET HOUR Select the hour number.
SET MINUTE Select the minute number.
EXIT+SAVE Select Yes to save changes and return to MainPage3.
Schedule settings
You can program the dome camera to activate a preset point or function (Sequence,
Autopan, or Cruise) automatically at a specific time of day.
Figure 29: Schedule menu
SCHEDULE
SWITCH OFF
POINT 00
HOUR 00
MINUTE 00
MODE
PRESET POINT 001
SCHEDULE RESET YES
PRESET
Table 27: Schedule menu
Function Description
SWITCH Enable or disable this option globally for all events. The default
setting is Off.
POINT Select the event number to be programmed. Up to 64 schedule
points can be programmed.
HOUR Select the hour during which the schedule point is executed every
day.
MINUTE Select the minute at which the schedule point is executed every
day.
MODE Select the mode that is activated for the schedule point:
None: No action is executed.
Preset: This mode is executed for the selected scheduled point.
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Sequence: This mode is executed for the selected scheduled
point.
Autopan: This mode is executed for the selected scheduled
point.
Cruise: This mode is executed for the selected scheduled point.
IR Func: Applies to Day/Night models only.
Note: If the Day/Night mode is enabled, the Auto Day/Night will
be activated for a schedule point.
SCHEDULE RESET Users can reset the whole schedule with the item
EXIT Select Yes to save any changes and return to Main Page 3.
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Appendix A: Specifications
Appendix A
Specifications
Environment Indoor/Outdoor (model specific)
Controller interface RS-485 / RS-422
Operating temperature (indoor) 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
Operating temperature (outdoor) -40 to +50°C (-40 to +122°F)
Dimensions, indoor (Height x Width) 229 × 172 mm (9.0 × 6.7 inches)
Dimensions, outdoor (Height x Width) 282 × 192 mm (11.1 × 7.5 inches)
Weight, indoor 1.6 kg (3.57 lbs)
Weight, outdoor 2.3 kg (5.11 lbs)
Power supply 24 VAC ±10%
Power consumption 20 W (Indoor), 50 W (Outdoor with heater on)
Battery removal
The TruVision PTZ 36X Camera contains one 3 V Lithium battery.
To remove the battery:
1. Disassemble the PTZ by removing the three screws shown here.
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2. Locate the battery, as shown below, and carefully remove it.
Battery
3. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
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Appendix B: Camera settings checklist
Appendix B
Camera settings checklist
Use this checklist to record the menu settings of each dome camera.
Default values are highlighted in bold, where applicable.
For help installing, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting this product, refer to
this document and any other documentation provided. If you still have questions,
contact us during business hours (Monday through Friday, excluding holidays) or
contact your local supplier.
Table 28: Technical support
North America
T 888.437.3287 Toll-free in the US, Puerto Rico, and Canada.