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Chapter 1 Safety Instructions
Always follow these safety instructions when using the product:
1 Operation
1.1 Please use the product in the recommended operating environment.
1.2 Do not place the product in tilted position.
1.3 Do not place the product on an unstable trolley, stand or table.
1.4 Do not use this product near water or source of heat.
1.5 Use attachments only as recommended.
1.6 Use the type of power source indicated on the product. If you are not sure of the type
of power available, consult your distributor or local electricity company for advice.
1.7 Always take the following precautions when handling the plug. Failure to do so may
result in sparks or fire:
Ensure the plug is free of dust before inserting it into a socket.
Ensure that the plug is inserted into the socket securely.
1.8 Do not overload wall sockets, extension cords or multi-way plug boards to avoid
potential risks.
1.9 Do not block the slots and openings in the case of the product. They provide
ventilation and prevent the product from overheating.
1.10 Except as specifically instructed in this User Manual, do not open or remove covers,
otherwise it may expose you to electric shock and other hazards. Refer all servicing to
licensed service personnel.
1.11 Unplug the product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to licensed service
personnel when the following situations happen:
If the power cords are damaged or frayed.
If liquid is spilled into the product or the product has been exposed to rain or water.
2 Installation
2.1 For security considerations, please make sure the standard hanging rack you bought
is in line with UL or CE safety approbations and installed by technician personnel
approved by agents.
3 Storage
3.1 Do not place the product where the cord can be stepped on as this may result in
fraying or damage to the lead or the plug.
3.2 Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots. Never allow liquid of any kind to
spill into the product.
3.3 Unplug this product during thunderstorms or if it is not going to be used for an
extended period.
3.4 Do not place this product or accessories on top of vibrating equipment or heated
objects.
4 Cleaning
4.1 Unplug all the cables before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid
or aerosol cleaners.
5 Remote control (if the accessories are equipped with remote control)
5.1 Using an incorrect battery type in the remote control may result in breakdown. Follow
local instructions on how to dispose of used batteries.
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Precautions
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Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain
or moisture.
If the HD camera will not be used for an extended time, unplug it from the power socket.
Caution
Risk of Electric Shock
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No
user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to licensed service personnel.
This symbol indicates that
this appliance may contain
dangerous voltage which
could cause electric shock.
Please do not o
en it by yourself
This symbol indicates that
there are important operating
and maintenance
instructions in this User
Manual with this appliance.
FCC Warning
This HD Camera has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Article 15-J of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a commercial installation.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled "Digital Apparatus,"
ICES-003 of Industry Canada.
Cet appareil numerique respecte les limites de bruits radioelectriques applicables aux appareils
numeriques de Classe A prescrites dans la norme sur le material brouilleur: "Appareils
Numeriques," NMB-003 edictee par l'Industrie.
EN55032 (CE Radiation) Warning
Operation of this equipment in a residential environment could cause radio interference.
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Chapter 2 Package Contents
VC-A61P
Instruction for
installation
Quick Installation Guide
Remote Control
Power Cord
Appearance may vary
Power Adapter
RS-422 Connector
depending on
country/region
Metal Plate A Metal Plate B M3 Screws
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Silver x8 / Black x2
Chapter 3 Functi on Introduction
3.1 I/O functions Introduction
Front View Back View
NO. Item Function Descriptions
1.
Tally indicator light Display the tally light status of the camera
2.
Camera lens 30x HD camera lens
Power LED
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
indicator
Standby LED
indicator
RS-232 input
RS-232 output
Kensington lock
hole
IR SELECT
DC 12 V power
Port
Ethernet port
Audio input Support Line In/Mic In
Display the status of the camera
Display the status of the camera
RS-232 input port, at most 7 cameras can be connected in a serial
connection
RS-232 output port, at most 7 cameras can be connected in a
serial connection
Lock hole of safety lock
The remote control ID setting is only controlled after corresponding
to the Camera Select on the remote control
DC power supply connecting port
Network cable port supports routers or hubs of PoE+ (IEEE
802.3at) with power supply
12.
13.
14.
15.
OUTPUT Switch Adjust the resolution setting. The default is 1080p/59.94
RS-422 connecting port, at most 7 cameras can be connected in a
serial connection
3.2 Description of LED indicator
Status Power Standby
Startup in progress
(initialization)
Green light Orange light
In use Green light No indicator
In standby mode No indicator Orange light
3.3 Tally Indicator Light Function Description
3.3.1 The tally indicator light function may be enabled through the control of RS-232
command. The setting method is as follows:
Tally Mode: 8x 01 7E 01 0A 01 0p FF
p = 0: OFF
p = 4: Red light (half-brightness)
p = 5: Red light (full-brightness)
p = 6: Green light (full-brightness)
p = 7: Orange light (full-brightness)
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Chapter 4 Instruction for installation
4.1 Preparation before installation
Installation and connection of VC-A61P HD camera requires special skills. To install by
yourself, please follow necessary steps, ensure steady and tight installation of the device,
and pay attention to your safety to avoid any accident.
4.1.1 Ensure the safety of the installation environment. Please do not install the device on
unstable ceiling or in a place where the device is in danger of falling to avoid any accident.
4.1.2 Please check whether accessories in the box are complete or not. Please contact the
supplier for any shortage, and make sure to keep the accessories in the box intact.
4.1.3 Please choose a proper place for installation of camera in advance. Please determine
an installation place according to the following requirements
4.1.1.1 Confirm the position for the object to be captured.
4.1.1.2 Confirm whether the camera is set at a proper distance from other light sources.
4.2 Instruction for installation
4.2.1 I would like to install camera on the desk
4.2.1.1 Precautions for installation
Please install the machine on a flat desk
Do not grab the camera head by hand when handling the device
Do not rotate the camera head by hand, improper rotation may result in breakdown
of the camera
4.2.1.2 Installation steps
1. Please adjust DIP switch at first prior to installation
<Remark> Please refer to Chapter 7 DIP Switch Setting for the relevant descriptions
on DIP switch.
2. Place the camera on a flat desk directly to ensure the normal vertical and
horizontal operation of the machine
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4.2.2 I would like to install the camera on the ceiling
4.2.2.1 Prepare for the parts and equipment required during the installation
1. Accessories in the box (metal plates A, B, M3 screw silver x 8, black x 2)
2. Screw for locking on ceiling mounted hanger x 4
3. Drilling machine, screw driver, ladder
4.2.2.2 Camera Size
L x W x H : 174 x 186.1 x 189.7 mm
Weight: 2.0 Kg
4.2.2.3 Max. rotation dimension of camera
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4.2.2.4 Size Diagram
1. Bottom of machine
The camera can be mounted on a 1/4”, -20 UNC PTZ tripod deck by using the lock
holes on the bottom for the tripod
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2. Metal Plate size diagram
Metal plate B - ceiling side
Metal plate B locking screw
Metal plate B locking bolt
M3 threaded hole
M3 threaded hole
Metal plate B - ceiling side
M3 threaded hole
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Metal plate A - machine side
Metal plate A locking screw
Metal plate A - machine side
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4.2.2.5 Precautions for installation
1. Before installation, please confirm the orientation of the machine relative to the
object to be captured
2. It is recommended that the machine should be set at a distance of more than 1
meter away from the object to be captured. Please adjust for a best distance
according to the magnification of the lens
Projector
1 meter
Computer
3. The machine (including metal plates) is weighed at about 2.5 kg. If it is to be
installed on the ceiling, please use the hanger that has obtained UL security
approval to prevent the machine from falling down.
4. Please check whether the camera is installed securely on a regular basis
4.2.2.6 Installation steps
1. Please adjust resolution on DIP switch at first
<Remark> Please refer to Chapter 7 DIP Switch Setting for the relevant descriptions
on DIP switch
2. Fix the metal plate A on the machine base with 4 M3 silver screws
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3. Lock the metal plate B on ceiling mounted hanger
※ Caution: (1) Please use the hanger that has obtained UL security approval
(2) Please reserve the hole for the connecting wires of the camera
4. Combine the metal plate A and the metal plate B
(1) Push the metal plate A up to the ceiling and then to the right to latch the metal
plate B
(2) And then secure with 2 M3 silver screws and 1 M3 black screw
black
screw
4.2.2.7 How to remove
1. Remove the connecting wires from the camera
2. Uninstall the camera together with the ceiling, loosen the three screws that fix the
metal plates A and B and push to the left to remove the machine
3. Then remove the screws on the hanger and the machine
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4.3 Connecting devices
4.3.1 Connecting to PC (video conference)
SDI supports the audio output of 48 KHz only
HDMI Cable
Or
SDI Cable
MTU
4.3.2 Connecting to an HDTV/computer monitor (HDMI)
HDMI cable
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4.3.3 Connecting to Internet
A
For details of web page connection setting and description, please refer to Chapter 6
Network Function Settings Description
Network cable
4.3.4 Connecting AUDIO IN
Set the [Audio In] in the OSD to reflect the input device
Router
or Hub
udio Cable
MIC or audio mixer
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4.3.5 Connecting RS-232
With RS-232 in/out, at most 7 Lumens cameras can be connected.
RS-232 pins definition instructions
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4.3.6 Connecting RS-422
With RS-422, at most 7 Lumens cameras can be connected.
<Note> When RS-422 connection is being used, do not use RS-232 connection.
RS-422 pins definition instructions
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RS-422 connection instructions
1. Hold the two sides of RS-422 connector and pull out in the direction shown by the arrow
in the figure below
2. Peel off a section of copper wire (AWG Nos. 28 to 18) and insert it into the connector
hole; then use flat screw driver to fix it
3. Insert the wired RS-422 connector back to the Camera. Now the connection is
completed
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Chapter 5 Remote Control and Setting Menu
5.1 Functions of remote control
<Remark> The below functions are listed alphabetically.
Item Description
,,,
Back Light Turn on/off back light compensation
Camera select Choose Camera ID 1 ~ 3
Focus-
Manual /
Far/Near
Focus-Auto Auto Focus
Freeze Freeze the screen
Home-Enter Go back to the main page / Execute
Info Status information
L/R
Direction Set
Menu Display OSD menu
Move the lens
Turn on manual focus to adjust the focal
length
L/R Direction / Normal
Mirror
Pan/Tilt
Reset
Picture Switch image effect (OFF / Neg / B&W)
Power Power Switch
Preset
Reset
Zoom-Fast Adjust image size
Zoom-Slow Fine-tune image size
Rotate the image (OFF / Mirror / Flip /
Rotate)
Clear the Pan / Tilt setting
Appoint an ID (0 ~ 9) to save the current
position data
Appoint an ID (0 ~ 9) to delete the
current position data
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5.2 Setting Menu
<Remark> Press [Menu] on the remote control to enter the setting menu; the bold underlined
values in the following table are defaults.
1st Level
Major Items
2nd Level
Minor Items
3rd Level
Adjustment Values
1. Full Auto
2. Shutter Pri
Mode
3. Iris Pri
4. Manual
Exposure
On / Off
Comp.
Exposure
-5 ~ C ~ 5
Comp. Level
Spot Light On / Off
Spot Light
X (0 ~ 6) Y (0 ~ 4)
Position
Function Descriptions
Exposure mode setting
AE Level
The value can be adjusted
after Exposure Comp. is
activated
The value can be adjusted
after Spot Light is activated
Exposure
Shutter Pri
60/30
mode
50/25
mode
1/100001/10000
1/5000 1/5000
1/3000 1/3000
1/2500 1/2500
1/2000 1/1750
1/1500 1/1250
1/1000 1/1000
1/725 1/600
1/500 1/425
1/350 1/300
1/250 1/215
1/180 1/150
Adjustable when the
Exposure mode is set to
Shutter Pri
1/120 1/120
1/100 1/100
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Iris Pri
1/90 1/75
1/60 1/50
1/30 1/25
1/15 1/12
1/8 1/6
1/4 1/3
1/2 1/2
1/1 1/1
1. F1.6
2. F2
3. F2.2
4. F2.7
5. F3.2
6. F3.8
7. F4.5
Adjustable when the
8. F5.4
Exposure mode is set to Iris
9. F6.3
Pri
10. F7.8
11. F9
12. F11
13. F13
14. F16
15. F18
16. Close
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Manual Gain
1. 0 dB
2. 3 dB
3. 6 dB
4. 9 dB
5. 12 dB
6. 15 dB
7. 18 dB
Adjustable when the
8. 21 dB
Exposure mode is set to
9. 24 dB
Manual
10. 27 dB
11. 30 dB
12. 33 dB
13. 36 dB
14. 39 dB
15. 42 dB
Manual Speed
16. 45 dB
60/30
mode
50/25
mode
1/100001/10000
1/5000 1/5000
1/3000 1/3000
1/2500 1/2500
1/2000 1/1750
1/1500 1/1250
1/1000 1/1000
1/725 1/600
1/500 1/425
1/350 1/300
1/250 1/215
1/180 1/150
Manually set the shutter
1/120 1/120
1/100 1/100
1/90 1/75
1/60 1/50
1/30 1/25
1/15 1/12
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Manual Iris
1/8 1/6
1/4 1/3
1/2 1/2
1/1 1/1
1. F1.6
2. F2
3. F2.2
4. F2.7
5. F3.2
6. F3.8
7. F4.5
8. F5.4
Manually set the iris
9. F6.3
10. F7.8
11. F9
Gain Limit
12. F11
13. F13
14. F16
15. F18
16. Close
1. 9 dB
2. 12 dB
3. 15 dB
4. 18 dB
5. 21 dB
6. 24 dB
Max. limit value of electron
7. 27 dB
gain
8. 30 dB
9. 33 dB
10. 36 dB
11. 39 dB
12. 42 dB
13. 45 dB
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Iris Limit
1. F3.2
2. F3.8
3. F4.5
4. F5.4
Max. limit value of iris
5. F6.3
6. F7.8
7. F9
8. F11
1. Off
White
Balance
WDR
2. 1
3. 2
4. 3
1. Auto
2. Indoor
3. Outdoor
Mode
4. One Push WB
5. ATW
6. Manual
7. Sodium Lamp
One Push
ENTER
Trigger
Manual Red 0 ~ C ~ 128
Select the color temperature
mode
1. 4000k ~ 7000k
2. 3200k
3. 5800k
4. 1700k ~ 10000k
5. 1700k ~ 10000k
6. Custom
7. 2800k
One push trigger
Adjustable when the white
balance mode is set to
Manual
Picture
Adjustable when the white
Manual Blue 0 ~ C ~ 128
balance mode is set to
Manual
1. Off
Picture effect
2. Neg
3. B & W
Sharpness 0 ~ A ~ 14
1. Off
2. 1
2D NR
3. 2
4. 3
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1. Off
3D NR
2. Low
3. Typ
4. Max
1. Default
Image Mode
2. Custom
Image Mode
ENTER
Load
Brightness 0 ~ A ~ 15
Hue 0 ~ A ~ 15
The user may customize
his/her desired image mode
Adjustable when the Image mode is set to Custom.
After selected, the
corresponding Image mode
parameters will be read and
applied to Custom
Adjustable when the Image
mode is set to Custom
Adjustable when the Image
mode is set to Custom
Pan Tilt
Zoom
Adjustable when the Image
Saturation 0 ~ A ~ 15
mode is set to Custom
Adjustable when the Image
Gamma 0 ~ A ~ 3
mode is set to Custom
Turn on/off the angle limit
Pan/Tilt Limit On / Off
setting
Pan Right Limit0 ~ 170 Limit the right angle
Pan Left Limit -170 ~ 0Limit the left angle
Tilt UP Limit 0 ~ 90 Limit the upward angle
Tilt Down Limit-30 ~ 0Limit the downward angle
Activate the reverse Pan
Pan Flip On / Off
command
Activate the reverse Tilt
Tilt Flip On / Off
command
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Preset Speed
1. 5 deg/sec
2. 25 deg/sec
3. 50 deg/sec
4. 80 deg/sec
5. 120 deg/sec
6. 160 deg/sec
7. 200 deg/sec
8. 300 deg/sec
Set the rotation speed of the
cradle head when Preset is
executed
PTZ Speed
Comp
D-Effect Mirror
AF Sensitivity
Auto Focus
AF Frame
On / Off
1. Off
2. Mirror
3. Flip
4. Mirror + Flip
1. Low
2. Middle
3. High
1. Center
2. Full Frame
3. Auto
Set the Pan/Tilt moving
speed to vary from the zoom
position
Set the mode at which the
image is turned
For AF triggering speed, the
higher the speed is, the
faster AF is triggered
AF frame setting, when
central area was set as AF
frame, focusing will be on the
center of the screen. When
Full Frame was set as AF
frame, focusing will be
calculated based on the full
screen
Ethernet
PTZ Assist
On / Off
Turn on the auto focus
function in Manual
Enable/Disable DHCP
setting using left and right
DHCP On / Off
arrow keys and press
[ENTER] to apply setting.
Press [ENTER] to be in
modify mode; select the item
to be modified using the up
IP Address 192.168.100.100
and down keys, and modify
the value using the left and
right keys or the numeric
keys.
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Press [ENTER] to be in
modify mode; select the item
to be modified using the up
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
and down keys, and modify
the value using the left and
right keys or the numeric
keys.
Press [ENTER] to be in
modify mode; select the item
to be modified using the up
Gateway 192.168.100.254
and down keys, and modify
the value using the left and
right keys or the numeric
keys.
Audio
System
Audio In Line In/Mic In
Audio Enable On / Off
Audio Volume 0 ~ A ~ 10
1. 48 KHz (AAC)
Encode
Sample Rate
2. 44.1 KHz (AAC)
3. 16 KHz (G.711)
4. 8 KHz (G.711)
Prompt On / Off
IR Receive On / Off
Tally Lamp Enable / Disable
Language English / Chinese
Last MEM / 1st
Initial Position
Preset
Set Audio In
Turn on/off audio output
Volume Setting
Set the encode type and
sample rate
SDI supports the audio
output of 48 KHz only
Turn on/off the prompt
information on the display
Set the camera lens to return
to the last operated position
or the first preset position
after POWER ON
Control Device setting,
Encoder /
Control Device
Controller: for joystick
Controller
Encoder: for tracking system
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Motionless
On / Off
Preset
Control Port RS-232/RS-422
When the function is
enabled, the screen will
Freeze when Preset is
executed. Freeze will be
released after Preset is
completed.
Choose whether the control
interface used is RS-232 or
RS-422
Protocol VISCA/Pelco D
Baud Rate 9600/38400
VISCA Address0 ~ 7
Pelco D
1 ~ 255
Address
1. 3840 x
2160/29.97p
2. 3840 x 2160/25p
3. 1080p/59.94
4. 1080p/50
Output Mode
5. 1080p/29.97
6. 1080p/25
7. 720p/59.94
Choose the transmission
speed of the control signal
The Protocol set to Pelco D
allows the camera ID
address to be assigned
Choose the output resolution
8. 720p/50
9. 720p/29.97
10. 720p/25
Resume the factory default
Factory Reset On / Off
setting
Display the current setting
Status
status
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Chapter 6 Network Function Settings Description
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6.1 Connecting Camera to Network
6.1.1 Connecting to Internet
Two common connection methods are shown below
1. Connecting via switch or router
Network cable
61P
VC-
Network cable
Switch or router
Com
uter
2. To connect directly through network cable, the IP address of the computer should be
changed so that it is on the same network segment as the camera
e.g.: The factory-preset default IP address of VC-A61P is 192.168.100.100. The
computer IP address must be set with the same network segment, such as
192.168.100.101, so that the computer can be connected correctly with the camera
Network cable
VC-
61P Computer
Change network settings
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6.1.2 Using the Browser to View the Images
Open the browser, and enter the URL of VC-A61P in the IP address bar
e.g.: http://192.168.100.100 (default IP address)
Enter administrator’s account and password
Lumens IP Camera
Account: admin
Password: 9999
6.1.3 Using Lumens VMS Software to View the Images
Open LUMENS VMS software
Search for the camera: Press [automatically search for the device] button to
locate the VC-A61P camera
Click VC-A61P in the list and start operation after connecting to network
<Note> When using automatic search, the camera and computer must be in the
same network segment, e.g.: 192.168.4.X
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6.1.4 Using RTSP Player to View the Images
In addition to the browser and VMS, other free softwares also can be used for RTSP
connection,such as VLC, Quick Time and PotPlayer
RTSP connection address formats are as follows:
RTSP Main Streaming => rtsp://camera IP:8554/hevc