User Manual
MODEL QD6531Z
Outdoor Intelligent Pan-Tilt-Zoom Dome Camera with 3x Optical Zoom
and Pan-Tilt Dome Camera
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 4
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Features 5
Setting Baud Rate and Address 6
Setting Camera Address 7
Setting Baud Rate 7
Setting Protocol 7
Connecting the Camera 8
Power and Video Connection 8
PTZ Control Connection 9
Installing the Camera 10
Operation 13
Troubleshooting 15
Specifications 16
Q-See Product Warranty 17
Questions or Comments? Contact Us 17
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Rev. 2.2 1/29/15
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INTRODUCTION
This manual is written for the QD6531Z pan-tilt-zoom pan-tilt camera and was accurate at
the time it was completed. However, because of our ongoing effort to constantly improve
our products, additional features and functions may have been added since that time and
on-screen displays may change. We encourage you to visit our website at www.Q-See.com
to check for the latest product announcements. You can also find technical details and an
electronic version of this manual on our online Knowledge base online at www.Q-See.com/
support.
Throughout the manual we have highlighted warnings and other important information that will
assist you in operating your new system in a safe and trouble-free manner. Please take the
time to read and follow all instructions and pay attention to alerts as shown below:
IMPORTANT! Red boxes with this icon indicate warnings. To prevent
possible injury or damage to the product, read all warnings before use.
NOTE! Text in blue boxes with the Information icon offer additional guidance
and explanations about how to make the most out of your system.
For your safety and to protect your camera
To prevent damage to your Q-See product or injury to yourself or to others, read and
understand the following safety precautions in their entirety before installing or using this
equipment.
FEATURES
Your camera offers the following features:
nHigh quality video using 1/3” Sony Exview HAD CCD-II coupled with Sony Effio-E digital
signal processor to produce 650 TV lines of resolution.
nWeatherproof IP66 Rating
nApproximately 80 ft. night vision range.
nAutomatic focus and light levels
nVandal-proof design.
nOptical-quality transparent dome.
nRS485 control.
n128 preset points.
n5-15mm zoom lens with F2.2 2.0MP auto focus (QD6531Z).
n360° continuous horizontal rotation with 70° vertical movement.
nLow-noise camera rotation motor.
nMemory function retains settings in case of power loss.
nHorizontal scanning: 360° rotation
nRotation/tilt speed: 13°/second
n128 preset positions - 80 preset positions and 48 special function settings.
nCruise route can save 16 preset positions with each position pausing for 5-60 seconds.
nPreset positions speed: 50°/second
nPTZ scanning precision ± 0.5°
n3x optical zoom (QD6531Z only)
nFully-functional built-in decoder - all data is saved inside of the module to retain settings in
case of power loss.
nDecoder’s all-in-one integrated design ensures high reliability.
nCamera can be controlled with an optional keyboard
WARNING! ELECTRIC SHOCK RISK!
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Care should be taken during transportation, storage and installation of this camera to
avoid rough handling, dropping, or other abuse in order to prevent damage to the optics or
components inside the camera.
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Camera should be installed in accordance with electrical standards including keeping the
camera and cable away from high voltage, using a transient voltage surge protector (UL-1449)
and using only the rated power supply.
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Do not use strong or abrasive cleaners on camera body or lens. Use a damp cloth for cleaning
the housing and a lens cloth for the optics.
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Do not attempt to disassemble the camera beyond removing the case to adjust settings. Only
authorized, trained technicians should service this camera.
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The camera should not be immersed in water and should be mounted in a sheltered location.
Do not point camera directly at the sun or other strong light source.
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