
APOHDSDI-MB
1080P HD-SDI ANALOGUE CAMERA
User’s Manual
V1.0 11 / 2013

Welcome
Thank you for purchasing our 1080P HD-SDI ANALOGUE CAMERA.
This user’s manual is designed to be a reference tool for the installation and
operation of your system.
Here you can find information about the corresponding analogue camera’s
features and functions, as well as a detailed installation method.
Before installation and operation please read the following safeguards
and warnings carefully!

Important Safeguards and Warnings
1.Electrical safety
All installation and operation here should conform to your local electrical safety codes.
The power supply shall conform to the requirement in the SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) and
must make sure that the limited power source is rated 12V DC.
Please note: Do not connect two power supplying sources to the device at the same time; it
may result in device damage!
We assume no liability or responsibility for all the fires or electrical shock caused by improper
handling or installation.
We are not liable for any problems caused by unauthorized modification or attempted repair.
2.Transportation Security
Please ensure that the product does not endure heavy stresses, violent vibration or contact with
water during transportation, storage and installation.
Please use the original packing material (or the material of the same quality) if you need to return it
to vendor.
3.Installation
Do not apply power to the product before completing installation.
Do not put object(s) on the product.
Please install a proper power cut-off device during the installation connection.
4.Qualified engineers needed
All the examination and repair work should be done by the qualified service engineers. We are not
liable for any problems caused by unauthorised modifications or attempted repair.
5. Environment
This product should be installed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, inflammable,
explosive substances and etc.
Please keep it away from environments that contain electromagnetic radiation or objects that
produce it.
Please keep sound ventilation around the device at all times.
Do not allow the water and other liquid to penetrate into the device if casing has been
compromised. This series product complies with the IP66 standard specified in the Degrees of
Protection Provided by Enclosure.
Ensure lightning surge protection is in place to make sure you fully protect camera circuitry from
electrical overload.

Please make sure the CCD (CMOS) component is away from the radiation of the laser beam
device. Otherwise it may result in CCD (CMOS) optical component damage.
It is recommended that the grounding studs of the product should be grounded, so to further
enhance the reliability of the camera.
6. Daily Maintenance
Please shut down the device and then unplug the power cable before you begin any maintenance
work.
Do not touch the CCD (CMOS) optic component. Please use an air jet to clean the dust off the lens
surface. You can use the dry cloth with some alcohol or mild detergent to clear if necessary.
When the camera is not in use please put the dustproof cap to protect the CCD (CMOS)
component.
Do not use volatile solvent such as the benzene, paint thinner or detergent with the ability to
abrade surfaces. It may result in lens damage or adversely affect the device’s performance.
7. Accessories
Always use all the accessories recommended by manufacturer.
Before installation, please open the package and check that all the components are included. Contact
your local retailer/vendor ASAP if something is missing.
8. Box Contents:
Installation Accessories Bag

Table of Contents
1 General Introduction ...................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Overview ........................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Features ............................................................................................................ 1
1.3 Specifications ................................................................................................ .... 2
1.3.1 Performance ............................................................................................... 2
2 Framework ..................................................................................................................... 3
2.1 Multiple-function Combination Cable................................................................. 3
2.2 Dimension ......................................................................................................... 4
3 Installation ..................................................................................................................... 5
3.1 Device Installation ............................................................................................. 5
3.2 Lens Adjustment ............................................................................................... 6
4 OSD Setup Menu .......................................................................................................... 7
5 FAQ ............................................................................................................................... 9

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1 General Introduction
1.1 Overview
This type of camera conforms to the HD-SDI specifications. It supports high speed video signal, which
means there is almost no delay in the transmission. The HD-SDI interface uses the coaxial cable to
transmit video signals and uses the BNC port as the cable standard.
The main benefit to this camera is its ability to record in 1080P HD definition, providing excellent quality
video imagery to monitor. It also uses DC 12V for a power supply and you can use an inbuilt OSD button
function to adjust internal camera settings.
1.2 Features
Coaxial cable.
Use the BNC port as the cable standard.
Support peripheral equipment connections via the RS485 port.
Supports various peripheral device control protocols. .
External power adapter. Supports a DC 12V power supply.
Day/Night mode auto switch (ICR switch.)
Supports OSD button function.
Supports 1080P@25fps, 1080P@30fps, 720P@25fps, 720P@30fps,
720P@50fps, 720P@60fps.
Supports WDR (Wide Dynamic Range).
Supports anti-flicker.
Supports HLC (Highlight Compensation).
Backlight compensation: auto screen split to allow backlight
compensation to adjust the brightness.

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1.3 Specifications
1.3.1 Performance
Please refer to the following sheet for digital camera performance specification:
High performance processor
Support day/night mode switch and IR-CUT at the same time.
Manual/Auto
PAL: It ranges from 1/3 to 1/10000.
NTSC: It ranges from 1/4 to 1/10000.
Conform to the SDI specifications SMPT274/292 protocol
PAL:1920*1080@25fps, 1280*720@25 fps, 1280*720@50 fps;
NTSC:1920*1080@30fps, 1280*720@30 fps, 1280*720@60 fps
Support WDR, HLC, BLC, anti-flicker, low motion blur, low noise, 3D
NR, motion detect, privacy mask
Support parameter setup such as brightness, contrast.
M12 lens, 6mm (3.6mm optional)

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2 Framework
2.1 Multiple-function Combination Cable
You can refer to the following figure for multiple-function combination cable information. See
Figure 2-1:
Figure 2-1 Multiple-function combination cable
Please refer to the following sheet for detailed information:
Send out SDI video stream conforming to the
HD-SDI standard.
RS485 port. Control the 485 configuration tool to
set image.
Power port. Input DC 12V.

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2.2 Dimension
Please refer to the following two figures for dimension information. The unit is mm. See Figure 2-2 and
Figure 2-3:
Figure 2-2 Dimension illustration 1
Figure 2-3 Dimension illustration 2

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3 Installation
IMPORTANT: Before the installation, please make sure the installation surface can sustain at least
3X weight of the bracket and the camera.
3.1 Device Installation
Please follow the steps listed below to install the device. Please refer to Figure 3-1 for reference.
STEP 1: Place installation sticker onto installation surface (wall or ceiling).
STEP 2: Drill a hole according to instruction on installation sticker.
STEP 3: Open accessories bag, take out expansion bolt, and nail it into the hole you have drilled.
STEP 4: Open accessories bag, take out screws. Use this screws to fix the device onto the
installation surface (wall or ceiling). Device sunshield can be moved either forward or
backward. Tighten screw on sunshield after you have fixed the device into place.
STEP 5: Connect device’s external wiring.
Figure 3-1 Device installation illustration

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3.2 Lens Adjustment
See Figure 3-2.
Step 1: Use screwdriver to loosen adjusting screw.
Step 2: Adjust device up/down/left/right according to your need.
Step 3: Use screwdriver to tighten adjusting screw.
Figure 3-2 Lens adjustment

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4 OSD Setup Menu
The OSD setup interface is shown in Figure 4-1.
Figure 4-1 OSD setup
Please see the table below for more information about the options and modes to choose from within the
OSD setup menus:
1/100000,1、10000, 1/4000, 1/2000, 1/1000, 1/500,
1/250, 1/120, 1/100, 1/60, 1/50, 1/30, 1/25, 1/15, 1/12,
1/10, 1/8, 1/6, 1/5, 1/4, 1/3, custom

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Anti-flicker(outdoor, 50HZ, 60HZ)
50HZ: 1/10000, 1/4000, 1/2000, 1/1000, 1/500,
1/250, 1/100, 1/50, 1/25, 1/12, 1/10, 1/6, 1/5, 1/4, 1/3
60HZ: 1/10000, 1/4000, 1/2000, 1/1000, 1/500,
1/250, 1/120, 1/60, 1/30, 1/15, 1/12, 1/8, 1/6, 1/4,
custom
Note:
50HZ and 60HZ modes have different exposure levels
without low motion blur or low noise.
BLC/WDR/HLC
Note:
You can enable only one mode at once. 0 means off.
0~ 100
Note:
Only auto exposure and outdoor anti-flicker have this
function.
Input up to 22 characters.
Position, size
Note: Adjust position and size via arrow key.
Area 30, display off, sensitivity 50
Position, size
Note:
Adjust position and size via arrow key.
115200, 38400, 9600, 2400
Click on Apply when you modified setup.
1080P@25, 1080P@30, 720P@25, 720P@30,
720P@50, 720P@60
Except video and language, restore all default.

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I cannot boot up
the device or
operate it properly.
Please click the RESET button for at least five seconds to restore
factory default setup.
The water has
leaked into the
camera casing
The unauthorised front or rear cap removal many result in water
leaking into the camera housing.
The glass front cap has sustained a heavy knock or strike.
The waterproof plug of the rear cap has come loose.
The Incorrect supply power has been used. The IR light cannot
provide illumination up to its maximum level.
The object being monitored/focused upon is out of the IR
distance range.
IR-CUT does not turn to the night mode. The front end
photosensitive chip cannot sense the IR light.
I cannot upgrade
the device via
network.
When network upgrade operation has failed, you can use port 3800
to continue upgrade.
I cannot login to
the client-end or
the WEB online
service.
The Active X control is blocked.
The display card version needs to be DX8.1 or higher.
Network connection error has occurred.
Invalid network setup.
Invalid user name or password.
I cannot play the
download file.
There is no video player installed.
There is no DX8.1 or higher installed.
To guarantee
setup update once
you have
completed it
After you have modified setup, please reboot the device via the
software to make sure the setup has been updated to the storage
medium.
The general power adapter can only work reliably within the
temperature range of between 0℃ to 40 ℃. If the power supply
is being operated outside this temperature range then this may
result in an unstable power supply being provided to the
camera.
Please replace with an industrial-grade power adapter if you
are using it in a harsh environment.
Note
This user’s manual is for reference only. Slight differences may be found in user interface.
All the designs and software here are subject to change without prior written notice.

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