Velleman CAMCOLD5 User Manual

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CAMCOLD5 – MINI P/T COLOUR DOME CAMERA

1. Introduction

To all residents of the European Union
Important environmental information about this product

This symbol on the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device after its lifecycle could harm
the environment.

Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal waste; it should be taken to a specialised
company for recycling.
This device should be returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service.
Respect the local environmental rules.

If in doubt, contact your local waste disposal authorities.

Thank you for buying the CAMCOLD5! Please read the manual thoroughly before bringing this device into service. If
the device was damaged in transit, don't install or use it and contact your dealer.

2. Safety Instructions

• Damage caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the warranty and the dealer

will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems.

• A qualified technician should install and service this device.

• There are no user-serviceable parts.

• Note that damage caused by user modifications to the device is not covered by the warranty.

• Keep the device away from children and unauthorised users.

3. How to Set the DIP Switches

Press the tab on the side of the camera and remove the dome shield.

To configure your camera, adjust the DIP switches on the PCB. Refer to the
switch settings below.

Be very careful during the installation: touching live wires can cause life-threatening electroshocks.

Keep this device away from rain and moisture.

Presence of lethal voltage.

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a. Camera ID Selection

• Set the binary number for the camera ID (1 ~ 63 except for 0) by

changing the DIP switch. Example: If you want to set the camera
ID as 10, switch on the following DIP switches: 0 + 2 + 0 + 8 + 0.

• The default camera ID is 1.

• When operating the camera with a controller, make sure the ID in

the DIP switch setting is identical to the camera ID of the
controller. If you operate several cameras, it is recommended to
memorize the camera ID as their respective location.

b. Control Protocol Selection

• Remove the power to the camera before changing the protocol.

• Select the appropriate protocol with the DIP switch combination.

Switch 7 Switch 8 Protocol / Baud rate

OFF OFF Pelco-D, 2400 bps
OFF ON Pelco-P, 4800 bps

ON OFF Pelco-D, 9600 bps
ON ON Pelco-P, 9600 bps

• If you want to control the camera using your DVR or P/T controller, make sure the protocol in those devices is

identical to the camera protocol. Otherwise, you will not be able to control the camera.

• Factory default protocol is Pelco-D, 2400 bps.

• Press F4 on the controller and select the same protocol as the one on the camera.

4. Mounting

a. Ceiling Mounting

1. Make a 30-40mm hole into the

ceiling using a hole saw.

2. Fix the mounting plate using the
included screws.

3. Insert the camera cable through
the hole.

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4. Locate the three transparent pins
on the camera and align them
with the three slots of the
mounting plate.

5. Fix the camera into the mounting
plate by pushing and twisting.

6. Now, mount the clear dome onto
the camera by turning it. Make
sure not to leave fingerprints on
the dome.

b. Wall Mounting

1. Remove the top cover
of the mounting
bracket.

2. Fix the mounting plate
on the mounting
bracket using the
included screws.

3. Mark the position of the
holes (68mm spacing)
of the mounting bracket
on the wall. Slightly
screw the screws into
the wall.

4. Now, slide the
mounting bracket over
the screws and make
the screws fit into the
slots of the bracket.
Tighten the screws.

5. Pass the cable through
the hole on the upper
side of the bracket.

6. Align the pins on the
camera with the slots
on the bracket. Push
and twist the camera so
it snaps into the
bracket.

7. Assemble the top cover
of the bracket and fix it
with the included
screws.

8. Now, mount the clear
dome onto the camera
by turning it. Make sure
not to leave fingerprints
on the dome.

5. Connection

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Power Connector

• Check the voltage and current capacity of the power source. The rated power to operate the CAMCOLD5 is

12VDC / 500mA.

• After connecting the power adapter wires to the included terminal block, plug into the power connector.

• Mind the polarity of the connector.

Video Out Connector

• Connect with a coaxial cable with BNC connector.

RS485 Connector

• After assembling the communication wires and the included 2-pin terminal, plug into the connector.

6. Remarks

• Check the power cable before powering the camera.

• The camera ID must be identical to that of the target camera. The camera ID can be checked by reading the DIP

switched of the camera.

• If your controller supports multiple protocols, the protocol must be changed to match that of the camera.

• After changing the camera protocol by modifying the DIP switches, the change will be effective after a camera

rebooting.

• Since the operation method can be different for each controller, refer to the manual of your controller if the

camera does not respond correctly.

7. Controlling the Dome Camera

a. Selecting the Camera

• Choose a camera by pressing the camera number 1 – 99 and the CAM key.

• Press -1 to choose the previous camera or press +1 to choose the next camera.

Example: Selecting camera n° 2.

o Press 2 and the CAM key to select camera n° 2.
o After having selected the camera, press -1 to select the previous camera or press +1 to select the next

camera.

b. Controlling the P/T and the Lens

• Select a camera (see “Selecting a Camera”).

• Press Z-, Z+, F- or F+ to control the P/T or tilt the joystick to control the lens.

Example: Controlling the P/T of camera n° 2.

o Press 2 and the CAM key to select camera n° 2.
o Tilt the joystick to control the camera P/T or use the Z-, Z+, F- or F+ key to control the lens.

c. Setting Up the Preset

• Select a camera and set the P/T and the lens to the desired position.

• Press the F1 key and press 8.

• Define the preset number (1 – 32).

• Press PRE to confirm.

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Example: Setting preset 15 to camera n° 5.

o Press 5 and then press the CAM key to select the camera.
o Move the P/T and the lens to the desired position.
o Press the F1 key.
o Press 8.
o Press 15.
o Press PRE to confirm your selection.

d. Running the Preset

• Select the desired camera number.

• Define the preset (1 - 32). The default preset is 1.

• Press the CALL key. The corresponding preset will be displayed on the screen.

Example: Setting camera n° 3 to preset 6.

o Press 3.
o Press the CAM key.
o Press 6.
o Press the CALL key.
o Preset 6 of camera n° will be displayed.

e. Pausing a Running Preset

• Select the desired camera ID (1 – 63).

• Press the HOLD key or tilt the joystick. The auto running preset will be paused.

Example: Pausing the preset of camera n° 4.

o Press 4.
o Press the CAM key.
o Press HOLD or tilt the joystick. The preset of camera 4 will be paused.

8. Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Wrong connection. Check the connection. The camera does not react when

connected to a power supply.

Power deficiency. Check the power supply.
Wrong camera ID or baud rate. Reset the camera ID or baud rate.
Wrong protocol. Reset the protocol.

Light and image cannot be

controlled.

Wrong RS485 terminator setting. Reset the RS485 terminator setting.
Non-compatible protocol. Reset the DIP setting.
Wrong camera ID. Reset the camera ID.
Power deficiency. Check the power supply.

The camera cannot be controlled or

is moving erratically.

Wrong RS485 terminator setting. Reset the RS485 terminator setting.
Wrong zoom setting. Reset the zoom setting.

Fluctuating image.

Power deficiency. Check the power supply.
Focus is manually set. Run a preset or set the camera.

Dimmed image.

Dirty lens. Clean the lens.

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9. Technical Specifications

Camera

System PAL
Sensor 1/3” Sony Super HAD colour CCD
Pixels 512 (H) x 492 (V)
Horizontal Resolution 380 TV lines
Video S/N Ratio ≥ 50dB
Min. Illumination 0.5 lux / F1.4
Iris automatic
Focal Length 6mm
Backlight ON/OFF
Video Output Level 1.0Vpp / 75Ω composite
Synchronizing System internal
Auto Gain Control fixed (0dB / 20dB)
Electronic Shutter Control auto (1/60 – 1/100000s)

Pan/Tilt

Auto Scan Range 5° ~ 350°
Swing Speed Pan: 0.5°/s ~ 120°/s
Tilt: 0.5°/s ~ 45°/s
Presets 32
Communication RS485
Baud Rate 9600 bit/s (WORLD protocol)
Protocol Pelco-P (9600 bps), Pelco-D (2400 bps)
Housing ABS cast plastic

Alarms 8 in / 4 out
Power Supply 12VDC / 1A
Dimensions Ø110 x 110mm
Weight 700g
Humidity ≤ 95% RH
Options controller keyboard via RS485 (CAMCOLD/CK)
brackets (CAMCOLD/B2 and CAMCOLD/CB1)

10. Connection Example

The information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice.