Q-See QD6505P, QD6531Z Technical Manual

User Manual

MODEL QD6531Z

Outdoor Intelligent Pan-Tilt-Zoom Dome Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

and Pan-Tilt Dome Camera

1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 4

Thank You for Choosing a Q-See Product!

All of our products are backed by a conditional service warranty covering all hardware for 12
months from the date of purchase. Additionally, our products also come with a free exchange
policy that covers all manufacturing defects for one month from the date of purchase.
Permanent upgrading service is provided for the software and is available at www.Q-See.com.

Be certain to make the most of your warranty by completing the registration form online. In
addition to warranty and technical support benefits, you’ll receive notifications of product
updates along with free downloadable firmware updates for your DVR. Register today at
www.Q-See.com!

Please see the back of this manual for exclusions.

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

© 2011-45 Q-See. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited.

All rights reserved. This manual and software and hardware described herein, in whole or in
part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machine-readable form without

prior written approval.
Trademarks: All brand names and products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their

respective owners.

Q-See is a registered trademark of DPS, Inc.
Disclaimer: The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The

manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, of any kind
with respect to completeness of its contents.

Manufacturer shall not be liable for any damages whatsoever from misuse of this product.

Rev. 2.2 1/29/15

2 3

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:

nHigh 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.

nWeatherproof IP66 Rating

nApproximately 80 ft. night vision range.

nAutomatic focus and light levels

nVandal-proof design.

nOptical-quality transparent dome.

nRS485 control.

n128 preset points.

n5-15mm zoom lens with F2.2 2.0MP auto focus (QD6531Z).

n360° continuous horizontal rotation with 70° vertical movement.

nLow-noise camera rotation motor.

nMemory function retains settings in case of power loss.

nHorizontal scanning: 360° rotation

nRotation/tilt speed: 13°/second

n128 preset positions - 80 preset positions and 48 special function settings.

nCruise route can save 16 preset positions with each position pausing for 5-60 seconds.

nPreset positions speed: 50°/second

nPTZ scanning precision ± 0.5°

n3x optical zoom (QD6531Z only)

nFully-functional built-in decoder - all data is saved inside of the module to retain settings in

case of power loss.

nDecoder’s all-in-one integrated design ensures high reliability.

nCamera can be controlled with an optional keyboard

WARNING! ELECTRIC SHOCK RISK!

n

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.

n

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.

n

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.

n

Do not attempt to disassemble the camera beyond removing the case to adjust settings. Only
authorized, trained technicians should service this camera.

n

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.

4 5

SETTING BAUD RATE AND ADDRESS

Unlike conventional security cameras,
PTZ cameras require an address and a
connection speed to be set in order for
them to properly operate. The default
settings for this camera are an address of
“1” and a baud rate of 2400 and using the
Pelco-D protocol. However, if your camera
came as part of a bundle, its address may
have been set to something other than “1”.
Check the Quick Install Poster that came with
your bundle for specific details. If you are
connecting the camera in accordance to the
instructions included with the bundle, you
should not have to change any of its settings.
In either case, if you are only using a single
PTZ camera you generally do not have to
make any changes and you may proceed to
the next section. Please consult your DVR’s
manual for required settings.

Remove Collar

Remove Collar

Remove Screws (x6)

SETTING CAMERA ADDRESS

Address Switch

Address

Code 1 2 3 4 5 6

1 1 0 0 0 0 0

2 0 1 0 0 0 0

3 1 1 0 0 0 0

4 0 0 1 0 0 0

5 1 0 1 0 0 0

6 0 1 1 0 0 0

7 1 1 1 0 0 0

8 0 0 0 1 0 0

9 1 0 0 1 0 0

10 0 1 0 1 0 0

11 1 1 0 1 0 0

12 0 0 1 1 0 0

13 1 0 1 1 0 0

14 0 1 1 1 0 0

15 1 1 1 1 0 0

16 0 0 0 0 1 0

(8 digits)

SETTING BAUD RATE

Baud Rate Switch Number (BIT)

7 8

1200bps 1 1

2400bps 0 1

4800bps 1 0

9600bps 0 0

NOTE!
connection speeds. Check your system’s
manual for the proper settings.

Some DVRs may require specific

SETTING PROTOCOL

Protocol Switch

Pelco-D 1

Pelco-P 0

Number 9

If you need to change your camera’s settings, they are made using a DIP (dual in-line package)
switch panel located within the camera itself. In general, it is easier to do this before connecting
the camera, but in some cases, you may need to change settings while the camera is
connected to the DVR. In this case, please make a temporary connection by following the
procedures laid out in the next section, Connecting the Camera. Please be advised that
adjusting these settings after the camera is mounted can be difficult due to the panel potentially
being inaccessible because of location, position, etc.

To access the panel, one must remove the clear dome by first twisting the metal collar around
the dome counterclockwise and then removing the six screws securing the plastic dome to
the camera. Take care to not scratch the clear dome while removing it. The circuit board on
which the DIP switches are mounted is visible below the camera in the bottom picture.

DIP switches are binary - meaning that they are either On (“1”) or Off (“0”). Different
combinations of ones and zeroes on the board produce different settings. On the QD6531Z,
there are a total of 10 DIP switches but only the first nine have any effect. The first six are for
setting the address of the camera while positions 7 and 8 control the baud rate - which is
the speed in bits per second at which the DVR communicates with the camera for control.
Position 9 is used to set which communications protocol the camera will use - either Pelco-D
or Pelco-D.

Your camera is set to a baud rate of 2400. This will allow you to effectively control the camera
up to 3,000 feet away. Areas with electronic interference may require heavier or shielded
cabling. The higher the setting (may be required by some DVRs), the shorter the control
distance.

EXAMPLE

The illustration below shows the settings for a camera with:

nAn address Channel 16

nA baud rate of 2400

nUsing the Pelco-D communication protocol.

ON

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Camera Address

Baud

Rate

Comm

Protocol

N/A

6 7

CONNECTING THE CAMERA

Serial PortSerial Port AdvancedAdvanced

P.T.ZP.T.Z

DefaultDefault

ApplyApply ExitExit

CH Enable Address Baud Rate Protocol Simulative Cruise

1

2

3

4

CH Enable Address Baud Rate Protocol Simulative Cruise

1

2

3

4

AllAll

11

22

33

44

24002400

96009600

96009600

96009600

PELCODPELCOD

PELCOPPELCOP

PELCOPPELCOP

PELCOPPELCOP

96009600 PELCOPPELCOP

Before you can operate the camera, you must connect it to a system which can support PTZ
operations. There are three sets of connectors - power, video and the bare control wires. This
latter connection is covered on the next page. We recommend connecting the camera (at least
temporarily) to the DVR to test your settings and connections before mounting it in its final
location.

POWER AND VIDEO CONNECTION

STEP 1. Connect the BNC and power

leads from the camera to the
matching connectors on a video/
power siamese cable (Note: these
may need to be purchased separately
if your camera was not included as
part of a bundle package).

IMPORTANT!
power and video cable between the camera
and the DVR, the “male” power end (red plug)
connects to the matching power lead on the
camera.

STEP 2. Connect the power lead on the

other end of the video/power cable to
a power adapter or power distribution
panel. Make certain that the power

supply is rated for 12 volts and
800mA to 2A.

When connecting the

PTZ CONTROL CONNECTION

In addition to connecting the power and video leads to the camera, you must also connect
the two control wire leads to the RS485 ports in the alarm block on the back of the DVR.
These blocks can vary in layout as shown below, but the ports used by your DVR are generally
labelled “RS485”, “RS422”, “PTZ” or “P/Z”.

As seen in the picture on the upper right, the wire leads from the
camera are two different colors and are labeled. They are also pre­installed into a block which plugs into a matching receptacle on
the extension cable. The control wire leads at the other end of the
extension cable must be inserted into the ports on the back of the
DVR. In the case of the RS485 ports being marked as positive (+)
and negative (-), the wire designated RS485A (red tip) is the positive
lead while the wire marked RS485B (black tip) is to go into the
negative port. Your camera comes with a connector PTZ blocks
either have small screws to above each port to secure the wire or
require a lock above the port to be depressed with an object like
a small screw driver in order to fully insert the wire. In the latter,
when the lock is released, an internal clamp will keep the wire firmly
secured in the port. If the wire can easily be removed from the port,
then it isn’t secure and you can experience control difficulties until it
is properly attached. Space permitting, multiple PTZ cameras may
be connected to the same ports. They will each require a different
address which is set up using the DIP switches as covered in the
previous section.

STEP 3. Connect the BNC connector on

that same end of the cable to a Video
In port on the back of the DVR.

You can now plug the camera’s power
adapter into a surge protector and turn it on.
To protect your investment, we STRONGLY
recommended using a surge protector that is
UL-1449 rated, for a clamping voltage of 330
or lower, a Joule rating of at least 400 and a
response time of 10 nanoseconds or less.

8 9

AUDIO IN VIDEO IN

1 3

2 4

1 3

2 4

Some examples of PTZ blocks. One using screws (left) and two using spring-loaded locks.

To connect your camera to the DVR over a
distance, you will need to use both a video/
power cable and a pair of 24-gauge wires to
connect to the alarm block. If your camera
came as part of a package, these wires may
be included separately or as part of the video
and power cable.

Once you have made your connections, you
will need to make settings on the DVR in
order to control it. You will need to consult
your DVR’s manual for this procedure, but a
sample screen (from a Q-See QT-series DVR)
is shown on the right.

INSTALLING THE CAMERA

When installing your camera, it is important to select a proper site not only for field of view, but
for other considerations as well:

Distance from viewing/recording device. The further the camera is from the DVR or monitor, the
higher the chances of signal degradation. Typical 75Ω Video Cable provides acceptable signal
at distances up to 200’ (30m). At greater distances, UL-Listed shielded RG59 should be used.
The camera’s power supply should be located as near to the camera as possible when the
distance exceeds 200’ as the power level will drop over extended distances resulting in a
decrease in video quality.

Do not place near high voltage wires or other sources of electrical interference. Electrical
interference will degrade the quality of the signal.

Place camera out of reach to avoid damage.

Avoid direct exposure to weather. Do not place the camera where rain or snow will hit the lens

directly nor should the camera be placed so that the sun or bright light shines directly into the
lens. Your camera is weatherproof, but it will not work when submerged in water. Ensure that
all power and video connections are not directly exposed to water and are protected from the
elements.

Do not place camera behind a window. If there is a light source behind the camera, it can cause
a reflection in the window that will obscure events on the other side of the glass. Likewise,
the camera’s infrared LEDs will reflect off the glass and shine into the lens, thus degrading the
image.

Light levels should be approximately the same between camera and target area. A camera in a
brightly-lit area looking into a shaded area, or vice versa, may produce inadequate results.

The above are guidelines and the optimal
location for your camera will depend on your
unique circumstances. As a general rule, the
locations highlighted in green in the picture to
the right indicate the best locations to mount
your camera. Both locations are sheltered
from rain or snow and offer good sight lines
to allow your camera to monitor a wide
area. Because your camera is weatherproof,
it requires less protection than weather­resistant cameras and it can be placed in
more exposed locations if needed. Keep in
mind that this camera is designed to operate
between 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°) with a
relative humidity of up to 95%) and consider
wind chill and other environmental factors
when selecting your location.

Your camera comes with both a ceiling and
wall mount. Where you locate your camera
will determine which mount you will need to
use. The mounting surface must be sturdy
and able to hold at least five times the
camera’s total weight.

MOUNTING THE CAMERA

STEP 1. Run the power/video/data

extension cable from the DVR to the
camera’s location.

STEP 2. Use the desired mounting

bracket to mark the position for the
mounting holes. Drill the mounting
holes with a 5mm drill bit. If needed,
the hole for the cables should also
be drilled at this time. It is best to drill
a large enough hole to prevent the
cable from catching on anything and
allowing the cable extending from the
camera to be easily pushed through.

STEP 3. Insert the included metal

anchors into the mounting holes,
split-end first. This end will expand as
you tighten the mounting screws to
properly secure the bracket.

STEP 4. Connect the cable from the

camera to the extention cable,
making certain that it passes through
the bracket.

STEP 5. Mount the bracket. Ensure

that the cables are not pinched or
constricted. Use the level to make
sure the camera will be horizontal.

STEP 6. Secure the camera to the

mount using the included bolts.

IMPORTANT! Do not allow the camera cable to be subject to pinching, tight

bends or other severe constriction as part of its final installation position as this
can damage the cable over time leading to signal loss or potential fire hazard.

Take precautions to ensure a clear work area below the camera mounting point during
installation as a falling camera can cause injury or damage.

10 11

WHICH CABLE TO USE?

SaveSave

Zoom

Focus

Iris

Zoom

Focus

Iris

Speed: 5Speed: 5

No.No.

11

02020101 0303 0404 0505 0606 0707 0808 AllAll

Your cabling needs will depend on the distance between your camera and your DVR. Q-See
offers several cables to fit specific needs. These may be purchased from the same location as
where you bought your camera, or on our website: www.q-seestore.com

Q-See Model
Number

QS50B (50’)

QS100B (100’)

QSVRG60 (60’)
QSVRG100 (100’)
QSVRG200 (200’)

QS59500 (500’)

QS591000 (1000’)

Maximum Run Length 180’ 800’ 800’

Quality Output Standard High High

Type 75Ω Video Cable RG-59 RG-59

Shielded No Yes - UL Rated Yes - UL Rated

Plenum Rated No No No

Pre-Attached Connector

Video BNC BNC None

Audio N/A N/A N/A

Power 2.1mm 2.1mm None

Usage Indoor/Outdoor · Do

Indoor/Outdoor · In-wall or along wall

not run inside walls or

underground

To extend the RS485 data cable, you may use any 24 gauge wire, including Cat 5.

To maintain video quality:

· Video quality is always enhanced by using shielded cables.

· Always check state and local laws before installing cameras. (2011 NEC 820.44)

· To prevent video signal loss, run one continuous cable between the camera and DVR for
best results. If more length is required, use the minimum number of inter-connection points
possible.

Other notes:

· If a cable run exceeds 800ft, we recommend using RG-6 coaxial cable which is available at
most retail building supply companies.

· If your home or business is pre-wired with CAT-5 cable, then you can run up to 1000ft.
Powered video baluns are required for easy installation.

OPERATION

The your camera can be controlled manually through a PTZ keyboard (if supported by your
DVR), or by using the PTZ controls on the DVR to which it is connected. Depending on the
software used, it is also possible to control the PTZ camera remotely when you are logged into
the DVR via the Internet, a remote monitoring program or a smartphone app.

You can also program a cruise - also called “scan” or “tour” on some systems - so that the
camera will perform a set search pattern of the surrounding area. Up to 128 preset points can
be stored on the camera. As mentioned in the section on Connecting the Camera, you will
need to consult your DVR’s manual for specifics on how to enable your system to control your
camera. That manual should also contain instructions on how to program points and cruises
for the camera to use.

GENERAL CRUISE SETUP PROCEDURE

While each DVR system is different in the
specifics of how to set up a scan, there
are general similarities. Most involve the
process of pivoting the camera to the desired
starting point and saving that point. Then, by
selecting one or more points for the camera
to move to in sequence, a scan path is built
which is then saved. Often, multiple paths
can be saved within the DVR, which can be
selected for later use.

These points can be set using a special PTZ
keyboard, or by using the PTZ controls on
the DVR itself. Two such on-screen interfaces
are shown at right; the QT-Series (top) and
QC-series (bottom). In both examples,
directional control is achieved by using
the DVR’s mouse to click on one of the
directional arrows. As long as the arrow is
held, the camera will move in that direction.
There are no horizontal stops and the camera
can rotate continuously if desired. The
camera’s elevation is limited to 90°.

On both control panels there are controls for zoom, focus and iris (light level). The QD6531Z
has a 3x optical zoom lens which will adjust between 5 and 15mm. The camera has an auto­focus feature and is not user adjustable. Objects closer than 20” (50cm) will be blurry due to
the limits of the automatic focus. Likewise, the camera automatically adjusts the iris internally
and that setting is not manually changeable by the user.

Of the 128 presets available on the camera, presets 1-80 may be used for defining camera
positions. The remaining 48 are commands for the camera. Of that latter group, Preset 95 is the
most useful as it will erase previously configured presets.

12 13

EXAMPLE 1: SETTING A CRUISE

This example is based on using a QT-Series DVR without an attached PTZ keyboard. Your
DVR’s specific commands may differ slightly. Please consult your system’s manual.

STEP 1. In your DVR’s PTZ settings

window, select the Advanced tab and
then Preset 1.

STEP 2. Rotate the camera to the desired

position using the arrow controls.

STEP 3. Click Save

STEP 4. Select Preset 2.

STEP 5. Rotate camera to desired

second location.

STEP 6. Click Save

You may repeat Steps 4-6 for additional
positions if desired.

STEP 7. Return to the PTZ window and

click on the Cruise button for your
channel.

STEP 8. Click Add.

STEP 9. Double-click on the new cruise

setting to begin loading your presets.

STEP 10. Click on the + button to open

P.T.ZP.T.Z

Serial PortSerial Port AdvancedAdvanced

CH Preset Cruise Track

CH Preset Cruise Track

1

1

2

2

3

3

4

4

5

5

6

6

7

7

8

8

Speed: 5Speed: 5

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

DefaultDefault

02020101 0303 0404 0505 0606 0707 0808 AllAll

Zoom

Zoom

Focus

Focus

Iris

Iris

No.No.

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

SettingSetting

ApplyApply ExitExit

11

SaveSave

the Preset pop-up window and select
your starting preset point, speed and
stop time.

Speed: 1-8 with 8 being the fastest

Time: This is the time the camera will

stay pointed at this location.

Speed: 5Speed: 5

02020101 0303 0404 0505 0606 0707 0808 AllAll

Zoom

Zoom

Focus

Focus

Iris

Iris

Preset

Preset

Cruise

Cruise

preset 101preset 101

Start TrackStart Track

Start Auto ScanStart Auto Scan

Start CruiseStart Cruise

STEP 11. Repeat for each preset - up to a maximum of 16 per cruise.

STEP 12. Click OK save your settings and close the windows until you reach the PTZ

Settings window. Click Apply to save all of the settings.

STEP 13. Open the PTZ controls from the Control Bar, select your cruise in the pull-down

and click to begin.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Solution

No picture or unstable image Check both the power and video

connections to the camera.

The on-screen image is blurry. 1. Check for fingerprints or dirt on the lens.

2. Check menu settings.

The on-screen image is dim. 1. Check for fingerprints or dirt on the lens.

2. Check monitor settings

The on-screen image is dark. 1. Adjust the monitor contrast settings.

The screen flickers. Camera may be facing sun, television or

computer monitor.

The IR LEDs will not light up 1. Check the power connection to the

camera.

2. Power supply may need to be located
closer to camera.

The camera is not working properly, is hot,
smells or is producing smoke.

DISCONNECT CAMERA FROM POWER
SUPPLY IMMEDIATELY!

1. Check that correct power supply is in use.

2. Send camera out for repair.

EXAMPLE 2: SETTING A TRACK

An alternate method is to utilize the Track settings - also found in the Advanced tab. Click
the Track button for the right channel, use the directional controls to point the camera at your
desired starting point and then click Start Record. The DVR will then record your movements,
including delays at selected spots. Click Stop Record to end. Clicking on Start Track in the
PTZ control window will start the camera on its track.

14 15

SPECIFICATIONS

Q-SEE PRODUCT WARRANTY

Specification QD6531Z

Image Sensor 1/3” Sony Exview HAD CCD-II

Digital Signal Processor Sony Effio-E

Signal System NTSC or PAL models

Lens 2.1 Megapixel 5-15mm F2.2 2.0MP auto focus lens

Scanning 2:1 Interlace

Sync. System Internal

Horizontal System 650TVL

Effective Pixels (HxV) NTSC:976x494 PAL:976x582

Shutter Speed NTSC=1/60 ~1/100,000 sec

Minimum
Illumination

IR LEDs 4x Super LEDs, 8x chip-mounted LEDs

IR Range 80’

S/N Ratio > 52dB

Gamma 0.45

White Balance Auto

BLC Auto

AGC Auto

Video Output 1.0V P-P,75Ω BNC

Input Current 12V 1200mA

Operating Temp 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°)

Power
Consumption

Protection
Rating

Operating Temp 14°F to 122°F (10°C to 50°C)

Storage Temp -22°F to 158°F (-30°C to 70°C)

Color Dark Gray

Address Range 1-64

Control Protocol Pelco-D and Pelco-P

Baud Rate 1200b/2400b/4800b/9600b

PAL=1/50 ~1/100,000 sec.

0 Lux with IR LEDs on

(relative humidity: up to 95%)

<8W

IP66

Q-See is proud to back all of our products with a conditional service warranty covering all
hardware for 12 months from the date of purchase. Additionally, our products also come with
a free exchange policy that covers all manufacturing defects for one month from the date of
purchase. Permanent upgrading service is provided for the software.

Liability Exclusions:

Any product malfunction or abnormalities in operation or damage caused by the following
reasons are not within the free service scope of our company:

1. Equipment damage caused by improper operation.

2. Improper equipment operation environment and conditions (e.g., improper power,
extreme environmental temperatures, humidity, lightning and sudden surges of
electricity).

3. Damage caused by acts of nature (e.g., earthquake, fire, etc).

4. Equipment damage caused by the maintenance of personnel not authorized by Q-See.

5. Product sold over 12 months ago.

In order to fulfill the terms of your warranty, you must complete the registration process after
purchasing our product. To do this, simply fill out the User’s Information Card on our website
at www.Q-See.com

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? CONTACT US

24/7 TECHNICAL RESOURCES,
KNOWLEDGE BASE AND MORE

www.Q-See.com/Support

16 17

Digital Peripheral Solutions, Inc.

8015 E. Crystal Drive

Anaheim, CA 92807

18