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Instruction Manual
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• Thank you for purchasing the Triplett CamView PTZ CCTV Monitor with
PTZ Controller. Please read the complete manual carefully before using
the product.
• To assure safe use of this product, please read the section on Safety
carefully, and observe any Cautions or Warnings posted there and
throughout this manual.
• Please keep this manual for future reference.
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Table of Contents
Safety Information .......................................................................................................1
Introduction ...................................................................................................................2
Features and Function ............................................................................................2.1
Included Items ...........................................................................................................2.2
Controls and Indicators ..........................................................................................2.3
Connecting and Charging the Battery .............................................................2.4
Using the Camview .....................................................................................................3
General Instructions ................................................................................................3.1
Introduction to Menu and Functions ................................................................3.2
Video Monitor Mode / PTZ Controller Parameter Setting ..........................3.3
Setting PTZ Parameters (Overview) ................................................................3.3.1
Setting PTZ Parameters (Detail) .......................................................................3.3.2
Using Presets ...........................................................................................................3.3.3
Accessing a PTZ Camera Menu .........................................................................3.3.4
Continuous Pan Test...............................................................................................3.35
Video Setting ...............................................................................................................3.4
Color Bar Generator ..................................................................................................3.5
Cable Testing ...............................................................................................................3.6
Capturing PTZ Protocol ...........................................................................................3.7
Device Setting (User Settings) ..............................................................................3.8
Auto Power O ........................................................................................................3.8.1
Prompt Sound ..........................................................................................................3.8.2
Language ...................................................................................................................3.8.3
Brightness ..................................................................................................................3.8.4
Automatic Address Search...................................................................................3.8.5
Specications ..................................................................................................................4
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1 Safety Information
• Use this product in accordance with any prevailing safety rules that
may be imposed by local or federal authorized bodies.
• Do not use this product if it is wet or in conditions where the
humidity exceeds 95%.
• Avoid exposing the product to dusty environments. Do not allow the
product to get wet, and do not immerse it in liquid of any kind.
• During transportation and use, avoid mechanical shock and vibration.
• For greatest safety, do not leave the product unattended while charging.
• Although the product contains automatic circuitry to prevent
overcharging, the battery life (number of charge / discharge cycles)
of the product can be maximized by limiting charge time to 8 hours.
• The product should not be used in the presence of ammable gases.
• Do not disassemble. There are no user serviceable components inside.
• The product should not be used in the presence of strong
electromagnetic elds.
• Don’t touch the product with wet hands. Although the product itself
cannot shock the user, circuits connected to the product
(cameras, switches, controllers, chargers, etc.) may present a
shock hazard under some conditions.
• Do not use strong detergents or solvents to clean the product.
A cloth slightly dampened with water is suggested. If the dirt is
not easy to remove, a mild detergent may be used.
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2 Introduction
The Triplett CamView PTZ is a multi-function test tool designed to aid CCTV
and Security electronics installers and maintenance technicians. A color LCD
video monitor allows viewing of security camera images to verify their operation and setup. The CamView’s keyboard allows control and setup of the
camera’s PTZ (Pan, Tilt, Zoom) functions (if so equipped) via a standard RS485, RS-422, or RS-232 interface. A Color Bar Generator provides a standard
test signal to check video cables, video recorders, and video monitors. The
video and the signal format of an input signal can be measured. A continuous Pan Test helps identify cameras with panning problems. Automatic Address Search is convenient for nding the address of a camera. LAN cable can
also be tested using the CamView’s built-in cable tester.
The rugged yet lightweight construction and ergonomic design maximizes
convenience and portability, and the 10 hour rechargeable Li-on battery delivers
extended runtime. Its multiple functions, simple operation via on-screen menus,
and reliable performance makes the CamView an ecient time saving test tool
that will enhance any professional tool kit.
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2.1 Features and Function
• Full Color 2.6” TFT-LCD Video Monitor
• OSD (On Screen Display) of all Modes, Functions, and Settings
• Adjustable LCD Brightness / Contrast / Color Saturation
• BNC connectors match professional CCTV equipment
• Full Loop Thru capability or simultaneous View / Gen mode
• Auto NTSC / PAL detection and video display
• PTZ Keyboard allows fast access to Pan, Tilt, Zoom, Focus, and Iris
• Keyboard allows adjustment of Groups, Tours, and Presets
• Supports more than 20 PTZ Protocols including Pelco, Samsung,
Panasonic, and Sony formats
• Supports RS-485, RS-422, and RS-232 PTZ interfaces.
Baud Rates from 150 to 19.2K
• Data Monitor mode veries presence of PTZ signals
• PTZ Transmit / Receive LEDs
• Color Bar Generator produces NTSC and PAL video formats
• LAN Cable Test identies Opens, Shorts, or Miswires
• Rechargeable Lithium Ion Polymer Battery provides 11 hour work time
• On screen battery life indicator and LED charging indicator
• Operates from battery or AC power pak
• Auto-Power-O extends battery life (can be defeated)
• Carrying case with shoulder strap included
• Neck strap for CamView included
• BNC cable and RS-485 / RS-422 cable included
• Universal AC power pak and charger included
• LAN Remote Terminator included
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2.2 Included Items
The following items are included with your Triplett CamView PTZ.
Mini USB to DB9
Remote Terminator for
LAN Cable Testing
AC Power Pak
PTZ Test Cable
BNC to BNC Patch Cable
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2.2 Included Items Cont.
Shoulder Strap for Carrying Case
Instruction Manual
Carrying Case
Neck Strap for CamView
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2.3 Controls and Indicators
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2.3 Controls and Indicators
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
AC Power Indicator. Lights when CamView
is operating from AC power.
Receive Indicator: Lights when PTZ signals are
being Received.
Transmit Indicator: Lights when PTZ signals are
being Transmitted.
Charge indicator: Lights while battery is charging.
Turns o when battery is fully charged.
Battery Life Indicator: Shows remaining battery charge.
When charging, indicates “FULL” when completely charged.
LCD Screen: Shows video images and On Screen
Display functions.
Menu: Shows available Functions, Settings,
Modes, etc.
POWER Button: Press for 2 seconds to turn power on or o.
A short press Hides or Reveals the PTZ controller menu.
MODE Button: Press momentarily to select one of the 6
available test or setting options from a drop-down menu.
10
SET Button : Press momentarily to enter a test or setting
mode, or press to enter a new value for a test or setting
parameter.
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2.3 Controls and Indicators
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
UP Button : Tilt the controlled camera ‘up’.
Navigate upward on a menu. Change a parameter value.
LEFT Button : Pan the controlled camera ‘left’.
Navigate left on a menu. Change a parameter value.
RIGHT Button : Pan the controlled camera ‘right’.
Navigate right on a menu. Change a parameter value.
DOWN Button : Tilt the controlled camera ‘down’.
Navigate downward on a menu. Change a parameter value.
ENTER/OPEN Button : Conrm the value or setting of
various parameters. OPEN the camera aperture (iris).
RETURN/CLOSE Button : ‘Return’ or ‘cancel’ while setting parameters. CLOSE the camera aperture (iris).
NEAR Button: Adjust Focus for nearer objects.
FAR Button: Adjust Focus for farther objects.
19
20
TELE Button: ‘Zoom In’ on an object or scene.
WIDE Button: ‘Zoom Out’ from an object or scene.
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2.3 Controls and Indicators
RS232
25
Press to Reset CamView to factory defaults.22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
External power jack (5V, 2A): Use only the provided power adapter.
UTP Cable Test jack (RJ-45): Use to test cables with RJ-45 plugs.
RS232 Jack: Use for connection to PTZ cameras requiring an
RS-232 control signal.
Video input (BNC): Input for NTSC or PAL video signal from
camera or other video device
Video output (BNC): Loopthrough from Video input (26) or
NTSC / PAL Color Bar video output
RS485/422 Connector: PTZ control signal input/output.
Connect to camera or other PTZ device.
Attachment point for neckstrap.
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tery wires inside the battery compartment must be connected together. Open the
2.4 Connecting and Charging the Battery
The CamView is shipped with the battery disconnected to prevent any battery
drain that may reduce the battery life. Prior to the use of the instrument, the bat-
battery compartment. Observing the proper polarity (red wire to red wire, black
wire to black wire), connect the battery wires and replace
the cover on the battery compartment.
There is no need to unplug the battery if the CamView is being used regularly
(at least once every few weeks). If the CamView will be unused for more than 1
month, unplug the battery for storage.
For rst time usage, it is recommended that the battery be ‘conditioned’ by
operating the CamView until it turns itself o. This will provide the best battery
life in the coming months. If the Auto Power O feature is activated, it may be
necessary Disable it to allow the product to run until the battery is depleted.
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2.4 Connecting and Charging the Battery Cont.
To turn the unit on, press for about 2 seconds and release when the
POWER
unit powers up. After depleting the battery, connect the supplied battery charger
to the power jack (23). The red Charge Indicator should turn on. Charge
the battery until the indicator turns o. This could take 4 to 5 hours. When the
Charge Indicator turns o, the battery is approximately 90% charged.
The charging time can be extended for about 1 hour to ‘top o ’ the battery
charge. To obtain the best battery life, limit charging time to about 8 hours.
Leaving the battery on continuous charge may reduce the battery life.
• The CamView can be used while its batteries are being charged, however,
the charging time will be increased.
If the CamView behaves abnormally, it can be reset to the
factory default settings by pressing the RESET button (22).
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3.1 General Instructions
powers down. The unit will remember its Mode setting, and when next turned on,
3 Using the CamView
To turn the unit on, press for about 2 seconds and release when the unit
POWER
powers up.
To turn the unit o, press for about 2 seconds and release when the unit
POWER
will be in this Mode.
After the CamView is powered on, it will be in the Mode that it was in when last
power o. To see a list of the dierent modes, press and release the but-
MODE
ton. The Mode Menu will display for a few seconds. While the Mode Menu is
displayed, select a dierent Mode by pressing the button repeatedly until
MODE
the desired Mode is highlighted on the Menu. You may also select a dierent
Mode by pressing the or buttons when the Mode Menu is displayed.
Once a Mode is selected, the or the buttons may
be used to change settings and alter parameters. If the PTZ Mode is selected,
the buttons directly con-
ENTER
OPEN
RETURN
CLOSE
NEAR
FAR
WIDE
TELE
SET
trol the motion and settings of the camera. Notice that the indicator lights
when any of these buttons are pressed in the PTZ mode. This shows that PTZ
control signals are being generated at the PTZ Connector (28).
When in the PTZ mode, the video input signal can be displayed in full-screen
mode by pressing and releasing the button. To reveal the PTZ header bar
and battery indicator, press and release the button again.
POWER
POWER
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3 Using the CamView Cont.
other video monitor (such as the monitor in the video closet or the monitor at the
Use the following diagram as a guide to connect the CamView to a PTZ camera.
Connect the video output of the camera to the Video Input of the CamView.
The Video Output of the CamView may be connected to the video input of an-
guard station). The CamView usually operates in ‘Loopthrough” mode, passing
the Video Input signal to the Video Output connector.
Connect the PTZ control signal from the CamView to the PTZ connector
on the camera. For RS485 or RS232 connectors (a pair of wires) use the connector on the top of the CamView with the provided alligator clip adapter.
Observe the proper polarity (D +/ A to D+ or A, D -/ B to D- or B).For RS232,
use the connector on the inside of the CamView with the provided mini USB
to DB9 adapter
Caution: Do not connect the CamView PTZ connector to anything other than a
camera’s PTZ connections. To do otherwise may damage the CamView.
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3.2 Introduction to Menu & Functions
Pressing the button reveals the
MODE
main menu. By repeatedly pressing the
MODE
button, the user can select any of
the CamView’s test functions or modes,
such as: ‘PTZ controller’, ‘Video setting’,
‘Color bar generator’, ‘Cable tester’,
‘Data monitor’, or ‘Device setting’.
1. PTZ Controller (and Video Monitor)
This mode is typically used to display
video images and to control or set
parameters on a PTZ camera. A video
signal connected to the CamViews
Video Input will appear on the PTZ
controller screen. If no video signal is
applied, the screen will display “
No video input”. Basic PTZ camera
functions (left, right, up, down, etc.)
can be controlled by pressing the CamView’s buttons. To access PTZ communication parameters, speed adjustments, and presets, press the button.
SET
When in the PTZ mode, the video input signal can be displayed in full-screen
mode by pressing and releasing the button. To reveal the PTZ header bar
and battery indicator, press and release the button again.
POWER
POWER
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3.2 Introduction to Menu & Functions Cont.
2. Video setting
This mode is used to adjust the CamView’s LCD Brightness, Contrast, and
Color Saturation. If a video signal is applied to the Video Input connector,
the video image will appear on this
screen. The Format and Amplitude are
displayed at the bottom of the screen.
If there is no video signal applied to the
Video In connector, ‘No video input’ will
be displayed.
3. Color bar generator
The CamView contains a built-in Color
bar generator. Seven standard PAL and
NTSC formats are selectable by using
the and buttons.
The LCD screen can be selected to
display the Color bar signal or a video
signal applied to the CamView’s Video
4. Cable tester
The CamView can test cables consisting
of 2 to 8 wires. The ends of the cable must
be terminated in RJ-45 plugs to match the
jacks on the CamView and the Remote
Terminator. Ethernet LAN cables are
commonly terminated in RJ-45 connectors.
The screen to the right shows the test
results of a cable with ‘cross’ wires and an open wire on pin 8. The Remote is
number 255 (This is the standard Remote provided with the CamView).
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3.3 Video Monitor Mode/ PTZ Controller Parameter Setting
5. Data Monitor
The CamView will display incoming PTZ
signals. This allows the user to verify that
the PTZ control wires have a PTZ signal
present. This is useful to determine if a
non-responsive PTZ camera is actually
receiving a PTZ control signal.
6. Device setting (User Settings)
Auto power o: Disable or set time for
auto power o.
Keypad tone: Turn ‘keybeep’ on or o.
Language: Select English or Chinese.
Brightness: Set menu brightness
from 0 to 7.
Address search: Select ‘On’ or O’
3.3 Video Monitor Mode (PTZ controller)
MODE
Press to select ‘PTZ controller’. The
screen displays ‘No video input’ when a
video signal is not applied to the CamView’s
Video Input connection. If a video signal is
applied, it will appear on the LCD screen.
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3.3 Video Monitor Mode/ PTZ Controller Parameter Setting Cont.
3.3.1 Setting PTZ Parameters
(Overview)
In the PTZ controller mode, press
to access settings for the PTZ parameters. Press or to move the
yellow cursor, selecting the desired
parameter. Press or to change
the value of the parameter.
After setting the value of the
parameter(s), press to save the
value(s) and exit.
RETURN
Press to exit without saving.
CLOSE
SET
A. Protocol
Move the cursor to “Protocol” and select the protocol used by the camera that
will be controlled. See Specications for a list of the available protocols.
B. Port
Move the cursor to “Port”. Select the port on the CamView that will be used to
communicate with the camera. RS485 and RS232 ports are available.
C. Baud
Move the cursor to “Baud”. Select the same baud rate that the camera is set
to. Baud rates available for selection: 150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600,
19200.
SET
D. Address
Move the cursor to “Address”. Set the value to the address of the camera to be
controlled.
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3.3 Video Monitor Mode/ PTZ Controller Parameter Setting Cont.
E. Pan speed
Move the cursor to “Pan speed”. Select a value for the Pan
speed from 0 to 63.
Note: The range of adjustment can change depending on the
camera.
F. Tilt Speed
Move the cursor to “Tilt Speed”. Select a value for the Tilt
speed from 0 to 63.
Note: The range of adjustment can change depending on the
camera.
G. Set ps (Setup Preset)
Move the cursor to “Set ps”. Choose a number from 0 to 127 to
identify the preset location.
H. Get ps (Go to Preset)
Move the cursor to “Get ps”. Select a preset number that will be
activated.
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3.3.2 Setting PTZ Parameters (Details)
Camera Information
Detailed information about a PTZ camera must be known in order to set it up
or test it. First, the PTZ protocol that the camera is set to must be known. Some
cameras oer multiple protocols, and some manufacturers use the same protocol for all of their cameras. ‘Pelco D’ is a popular protocol used by many cameras
and installers.
Most camera settings are determined by the installer. So a record must be
kept of the settings, or the camera must be examined to determine the settings.
Cameras often use a combination of Hardware and Software settings. Hardware
settings are often set with DIP switches located in the base of the camera. Software settings can only be accessed after the camera is powered up and communicating with its controller.
The Baud Rate must be known. This is often determined by a DIP switch setting on the camera. If the CamView and the camera are not set to the same Baud
Rate, they will not communicate.
The camera Address must be known. This is often determined by a DIP switch
setting on the camera. If the CamView and the camera are not set to the same
Address, they will not communicate.
The type of interface must be known. Most new cameras use RS-485. The
CamView supports RS-232, RS-485, and RS-422 Simplex. The CamView has 2
port connections. The RS-232 interface is through a separate port on the side
of the CamView. The RS-485 and RS-422 Simplex interface is on the top of the
CamView. They share the same connector. When conguring the CamView to
communicate with a PTZ camera, select the proper Port and connector (RS-232
or RS-485).
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3.3.2 Setting PTZ Parameters (Details) Cont.
A. Connecting the CamView to an RS-485 PTZ Camera:
Connect the video signal from the PTZ camera to the VIDEO IN jack of the
CamView. This is usually accomplished with a coaxial cable with BNC connectors. Sometimes, the camera uses a dierent connection (because BNC’s are
too large). Connect the PTZ wires from the camera to the RS-485 jack of the
CamView using the provided PTZ test cable.
B. Setting the Communication Port:
ENTER
OPEN
SET
With the CamView in the ‘PTZ controller’ mode, press to access the PTZ
settings. Then press or to move the cursor to “Port”, and select
‘RS485’ by pressing or as required. Press to save the setting.
RETURN
Press to exit.
CLOSE
C. Setting the Address
With the CamView in the ‘PTZ controller’ mode, press to access the PTZ
SET
settings. Then press or to move the cursor to “Address”, and set
the address to match the camera address by pressing or as required.
ENTER
Press to save the setting. Press to exit.
OPEN
RETURN
CLOSE
D. Setting the Protocol
With the CamView in the ‘PTZ controller’ mode, press to access the PTZ
settings. Then press or to move the cursor to “Protocol”, and select
the camera’s PTZ protocol by pressing or as required. Press to
save the setting. Press to exit.
RETURN
CLOSE
SET
ENTER
OPEN
E. Setting the Bit Rate
With the CamView in the ‘PTZ controller’ mode, press to access the PTZ
settings. Then press or to move the cursor to “Baud”, and set the
baud rate to match the camera by pressing or as required. Press
to save the setting. Press to exit.
RETURN
CLOSE
SET
ENTER
OPEN
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3.3.2 Setting PTZ Parameters (Details) Cont.
F. Testing PTZ communication
If the PTZ setup is correct, and the camera is operating properly, it should
respond to the buttons on the CamView keyboard. Set the CamView to the ‘PTZ
controller’ mode. The video image from the camera should be visible on the LCD
screen. Press the buttons on the keyboard to verify that the camera responds to
the CamView’s commands.
Some cameras may not respond to the Aperture or Focus settings because these
are automatically set by the camera. There may be a software setting in the
camera menu that allows the camera to respond to manual Aperture and Focus
commands. To allow manual operation of these settings, the camera menu must
be accessed and the appropriate settings altered.
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3.3.2 Setting PTZ Parameters (Details) Cont.
3.3.3 Using Presets
Presets’ are ‘pointing locations’ stored in the camera. The camera may be
pointed at any object within its eld of view, zoomed in, and focused. By assigning a ‘preset’ to this location, the camera remembers this specic setup and can
go to it on command.
To setup a preset:
While in the ‘PTZ controller’ mode, use the CamView keyboard to point the camera to the desired location, zoom in, and set the focus and aperture. Press
SET
to access the PTZ parameters, then use and to move the cursor
to “Set ps”. Chose a preset number (the number chosen must agree with
available memory in the camera)… for example ‘10’. Use and to set
the value to ‘10’. Press to save the setting. Press to exit. If preset ‘10’
already exists, it will be overwritten with the new location. It is common for
cameras to have from 20 to over 100 user selectable presets.
To activate a preset:
While in the ‘PTZ controller’ mode, press to access the PTZ parameters,
then use and to move the cursor to “Get ps”. Select a preset number
by using and . Press to activate the preset. The CamView will exit
the ‘Set’ mode and return to the ‘PTZ controller’ screen, where the image of the
preset location chosen will appear.
ENTER
OPEN
ENTER
OPEN
RETURN
CLOSE
SET
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3.3.4 Accessing a PTZ Camera Menu
PTZ cameras have many functions that can be accessed from their main menu.
When the menu is accessed, the camera inserts the menu information in the outgoing video signal. This allows the user to see the menu on a video monitor (like
the CamView) attached to the camera. If the camera overlays the menu with the
camera image, it may be dicult to see some of the menu settings. In this case
it is advisable to point the camera at a contrasting background before accessing
the menu.
It is beyond the scope of this manual to give instructions on how to set the
camera parameters. The method varies depending on the manufacturer and
the camera. It is up to the user to understand the camera and its settings. The
following is for illustration only. The main menu of the particular camera used
as an example is accessed by preset ‘064’. Other cameras use a dierent preset
number to access their main menu.
While in the ‘PTZ controller’ mode, press to access the PTZ parameters,
then use and to move the cursor to “Get ps”. Select ‘064’ by using
and . Press to activate the preset. The CamView screen should then
ENTER
OPEN
SET
display the camera’s main menu.
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Camera Menu (For reference only)
MAIN MENU
1. DISPLAY SETUP
2. CAMERA SETUP
3. CONTROL SETUP
4. CAMERA MASK SET
5. PROGRAM
6. PAL CAMERA
7. CAM DEFAULT SET
8. DOME RESET
9. EXIT
The meaning and available settings of the menu items are determined by the
camera manufacturer. Please review the manufacturer’s camera information for
detailed instructions.
Auto Scan
Many PTZ cameras have an ‘Auto Scan” function. This function usually commands the camera to scan (pan) back and forth repeatedly over a preset location.
To access this function, the camera’s Auto Scan command number must be
known. For the camera in this example, the command is ‘098’. The camera may
have more than one Auto Scan routine that can be accessed by using the appropriate command numbers.
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It is often possible to set the details of the Auto Scan in the camera menu.
For example, the endpoints for the left/right pan and the up/down tilt can
usually be set. To stop the Auto Scan, send the camera to any new command… like momentarily press the button.
Other presets available in the example camera
Preset 033 ……….. Auto-rotate 180 degrees (ip)
Preset 034 ……….. Reset Pan / Tilt to the origin (zero)
Preset 096 ……….. Tour 1
Preset 094 ….……. Day / Night mode
3.3.5 Continuous Pan Test
Cameras that are set to pan continuously can develop problems with their
panning mechanisms. Sometimes, these problems are only apparent when
the camera is continuously panned. The problems may not show up if the
camera is panned for a few seconds.
The CamView PTZ allows the user to set the camera to continuous pan, in either left or right direction. To active Continuous Pan, press either the left or
right arrow keys to initiate the pan, and with one of these keys held down,
press and release the POWER key. This will lock the camera in a continuous
pan mode. To release the continuous pan, press any arrow key.
3.4. Video Setting
This mode is used to adjust the Brightness, Contrast, and Color Saturation
of the video image. If a video signal is applied to the Video Input connector,
the video image will appear on this screen and the video Format and Amplitude will be displayed. The Format will be in NTSC or PAL and the Amplitude
will be in IRE for an NTSC signal, or in mV (milliVolts) for a PAL signal. If a
video signal is not present, the screen will display “ No video input”.
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The CamView PTZ automatically determines if the level is ‘Weak’, ‘Normal’ or
too strong (‘Exceed’) and displays a message below the level reading. Weak
is displayed when the signal is 20% low, and Exceed is displayed when the
signal is 20% too high.
112 IRE (0.8 Volts) and below = Weak
140 IRE (1.0 Volts) = Normal
168 IRE (1.2 Volts) = Exceed
‘Brightness’ can be varied from -128 to +127. A typical setting is +0.
‘Contrast’ can be varied from -128 to +127. A typical setting is +40.
‘Saturation’ can be varied from -128 to +127. A typical setting is +40.
Use the button to select the ‘Video Setting’ mode. Adjust the video settings
MODE
using the and buttons to select the desired parameter and
set its value.
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3.5. Color Bar Generator
The ‘Color bar generator’ can generate
a color bar signal in 7 dierent video
formats. Select the format appropriate for
the video equipment to be tested. In the
USA, the common format is NTSC-M
(RS170A). The color bar video signal can
be used to test the connection between
a camera and a monitor or other video
equipment. By connecting the CamView
to the video cable at the camera, and generating a color bar signal, the color
bar image should appear on the monitor at the far end of the cable. Failure to
appear on the monitor, with good color, brightness, and contrast, indicates
a problem with the interconnecting cable or the monitor itself. The color bar
can also be used as a test signal for a video recorder…… verifying that video
can be recorded and played back with acceptable quality.
In the ‘Color bar generator’ mode, the LCD screen can be selected to
display the Color bar signal or a video signal applied to the CamView’s Video
Input.
• Use the button to select the ‘Color bar generator’ mode.
MODE
• Use and to select the desired video format. NTSC-M (RS170A) is
usually used in the USA. The Color bar image will display on the LCD.
• If the user prefers to see the image from the Video input, use and
to select the ‘LCD’ setting, then use and to select ‘Video output’
(Color bar) or ‘Video input’ (signal applied to the CamView’s Video input). If a
video signal is not present at the Video input, the LCD will display ‘No video
input’.
When the LCD is selected to ‘Video input’, the CamView continues to output the Color bar signal from its Video Out connector.
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3.6 Cable Testing
The CamView can test cables consisting of 2 to 8 wires. The ends of the cable
must be terminated in RJ-45 plugs to match the jacks on the CamView and the
Remote Terminator. Ethernet LAN cables are commonly terminated in RJ-45
connectors.
Use the button to select ‘Cable tester’.Connect one end of the cable to be
MODE
tested to the RJ-45 connector on the side of the CamView. Connect the other end
of the same cable to the Remote Terminator. View the test results on the ‘Cable
tester’ screen.
A good ‘straight-through’ LAN cable
will test as shown. The straight-through
cable is identied as a ‘Pin to Pin’ cable
connected to Remote 255.
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A standard LAN ‘crossover cable’ will
display like this:
Shorted or Open wires are indicated by
a red ‘X’ on the screen. The cable in the
following example is miswired and has
Opens or Shorts on wires 1, 2, and 8.
3.7. Capturing PTZ protocol
The CamView can view PTZ codes using
its ‘Data monitor’ mode. This allows the
user to verify that the PTZ control wires
have a PTZ signal present. This is useful to
determine if a non-responsive PTZ camera
is actually receiving a PTZ control signal.
The actual codes are generally meaningless
to the average user. There is little chance of
decoding their meaning without in-depth knowledge of the PTZ coding scheme.
What’s important is that the PTZ codes are present in the PTZ control wires
connected to a PTZ camera.
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Use the button to select ‘Data monitor’. The ‘Data monitor’ screen will
MODE
appear, showing the current Port and Baud settings. If these do not agree with
the Port on the CamView being used for the test, or the Baud Rate of the PTZ
signal, the settings must be altered so that they do agree. If the settings are OK,
observing the proper polarity, connect the CamView’s PTZ connector to the wires
to be tested. If PTZ signals are present, a display similar to that shown will appear. The display may update periodically and the values may change. If no PTZ
data appears on the LCD, reverse the polarity of the PTZ connection. If data then
appears, note the polarity of the PTZ wires. They must be connected to the PTZ
camera in the correct polarity, or the camera may not respond to PTZ signals.
If the CamView’s ‘Port’ or ‘Baud’ needs to be changed, press to access
SET
these settings. ‘Port’ will be accessed rst. Use the and buttons to
select the correct port. To save the setting and move on to changing the ‘Baud’,
SET
press again, then use the and buttons to select the correct baud
rate. To save the setting press .
SET
3.8. Device setting (User Settings)
Use the button to select ‘Device
MODE
setting’. To change any of the settings,
use or to move the cursor to
the desired item, then alter its value using
the or buttons.
The new values must be saved in order
to take eect. If you alter any values, a
message will appear at the bottom of the
screen reminding you to press to
apply the changes. Or the changes may
be canceled by pressing the button.
RETURN
CLOSE
ENTER
OPEN
3.81 Auto power o
The user may set a length of time, in 5 minute increments up to 60
minutes, during which the CamView will operate normally, but after which
the product will turn itself o. If any button on the CamView is pressed, the
‘time-out’ is reset.
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This feature is intended to preserve the charge on the battery if the product is unused for some period of time. The ‘Auto power o’ feature can be
Disabled if desired.
Use or to move the cursor to ‘Auto power o’. Then use or to
select the desired ‘time-out’ interval. Select ‘Disabled’ to allow the CamView
to run continuously. ‘Apply’ the change by pressing .
ENTER
OPEN
3.8.2 Keypad tone
The ‘Key Beep’ can be turned on or o.
Use or to move the cursor to ‘Prompt sound’. Then select ‘O’ or ‘On’
using the or buttons. ‘Apply’ the change by pressing .
ENTER
OPEN
3.8.3 Language
English or Chinese can be selected as the operational language for the
CamView. Use or to move the cursor to ‘Language’. Then select
‘English’ or ‘Chinese Symbols’ using the and buttons. ‘Apply’ the
change by pressing .
ENTER
OPEN
3.8.4 Brightness
The brightness of the menus can be set as desired.
Use or to move the cursor to ‘Brightness’. Then select a brightness
from 0 to 7 using the and buttons. ‘Apply’ the change by pressing
ENTER
OPEN
3.8.5 Automatic Address Search
The CamView PTZ makes it easy to nd the address of a PTZ controlled camera. The PTZ Protocol and Baud Rate must be known to use this feature. This
is usually not a problem because installers often use the same protocol and
is usually not a problem because installers often use the same protocol and
baud rate in all their installations.
baud rate in all their installations.
The Address Search feature must be initialized each time the product is
turned on. If the product is turned o and back on, the feature must be
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re-initialized. To initialize the Address Search feature, select the Device setting menu, and use the arrow keys to select Address search and change its
status from o to on. After pressing ENTER to apply the change, return to the
main menu by pressing MODE. The Address search feature has now been
added to the main menu, and in a few seconds, the product will select this
feature.
The product settings for Protocol, Port, Baud, and Address will be displayed.
If the Protocol, Port, or Baud settings are not correct for the system being
tested, press the SET key and use the arrow keys to select the proper values.
Press SET again to lock these settings. The present Address is displayed. Press
the arrow keys to see if the camera responds.
Connecting the video output of the camera to the CamView PTZ will allow
the user to easily determine if the camera position moves. The video image
is displayed as a background to the Address search screen. If no response
is obtained, the Address can be manually incremented (or decremented),
or automatically incremented (or decremented). A message at the bottom
of the screen is a reminder of how to access these functions. ‘Far Near- Start
search’ means that pressing the FAR or NEAR keys will start the automatic
Address Search. Pressing the FAR key causes the address setting to decrement in value. Pressing the NEAR key will cause the addressing setting to
increment in value.
As the address values are changed, a PTZ pan signal is sent to the camera
to test if the newly assigned address will control the camera. If the camera
position is seen to move as the test progresses, the camera address has been
found, and may be passed. Press any key to stop the search. The ‘Wid TeleAdjust addr’ message at the bottom of the screen means that pressing the
WIDE or TELE keys will manually increment or decrement the address while
simultaneously sending a PTZ pan signal to the camera. Press these keys to
nd the PTZ address that controls the camera. To exit Address search, press
the MODE key.
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4. Specifications
Video Monitor
Formats Supported NTSC and PAL (Auto Selected)
Display 2.6 inch TFT-LCD ,960 x 240 resolution
Display Adjustments Brightness, Contrast, Saturation (Color Level)
Connections 1 BNC Video Input, 1 BNC Video Output
(Loopthrough)
Video Input Level 1.0 Vp-p into 75 Ohms
PTZ controller
Communication RS232, RS422 simplex and RS485
PTZ Protocols Supported Pelco D, Pelco P, YAAN, YAAN-O, Samsung,
Panasonic, Lilin-FAST, Lilin-MLP2, Molynx,
Minking A01, AD, Fastrax, CBC, LC-NEW,
WV-CS850, SONY-EVI, LG-MULTIX, Da Hua,
PEARMAIN, Minking B01, ALEC, DAT-SD, Vicon,
Vcltp, DH-YC06, Sabyo-SSP, Santachi,
Bosh OSRD, TeleEye DM6, HD600, Hikvision,
Kalatel 304, Kalatel ASC
Address Range 0 to 254
Baud Rates 150,300,600,1200,2400,4800,9600,19200bps
Connections RS232: 15 pin D-sub
RS422 and RS485: Alligator clips on provided
adaptor cable
Color bar Generator
Pattern 8 vertical color bars. White, Yellow, Azure, Green,
Magenta, Red, Blue, Black.
Formats Supported PAL-B,D,G,H,I; PAL-M; PAL-N (Arg.); PAL-N
(non Arg.); NTSC-M (CCIR601); NTSC-M (Japan);
NTSC-M (RS170A)
Connection 1 BNC Video Output
Video Signal 1.0 Vp-p into 75 Ohms
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4. Specifications Cont.
RJ-45 CABLE TEST
Tests Performed Tests 2 to 8 conductors for Opens, Shorts,
and Miswires.
Connections Female RJ-45 on CamView, Female RJ-45
on Remote. Tested cable must have male
RJ-45 connectors on both ends.
Indications Pin to pin connections displayed,
Opens and Shorts indicated with a red ‘X’.
PTZ data Capture and display
Test Performed Captures and displays PTZ data from
sending device.
Connections RS232: 9 pin D-sub (DB9)
RS422 and RS485: Alligator clips on
provided adaptor cable
Settings Port selection and Baud rate
POWER
AC Adaptor/Charger Input: 100 to 240VAC, 50/60Hz, 0.30A,
American Blade
Output: DC5V / 2A, 5.5mm x 2.1mm coaxial,
center positive
Battery Built-in 3.7V Lithium polymer battery, 2000mAh
Charging Time Approximately 4 hours for 90% charge (the
Charge
indicator LED turns o). Additional 1 hour for
full charge. Limit charging time to 8 hours for
best battery life.
Operating time on full
battery charge Approximately 11 hours
Auto Power o Selectable in 5 minute increments from 5 min to
60 min. Can be disabled.
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4. Specifications Cont.
Environmental
Working Temperature -30F to 160F
Working Humidity 0%-90% RH
Physical
Dimensions 2” x 4” x 6”
Weight 10oz (CamView only)
Certifications CE and FCC
Triplett Product Return Instructions
In the unlikely event that you must x your Triplett equipment please Call
1-800-TRIPLETT.
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Triplett One Year Limited Warranty
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from defective material or workmanship and agrees to repair or replace such
products which, under normal use and service, disclose the defect to be the
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which may result from the use or misuse of the product by the purchaser,
his employees, or others, and the remedies provided for in this warranty are
expressly in lieu of any other liability Triplett may have, including incidental or
consequential damages.
Some states (USA ONLY) do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply
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Notes
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