Installation Guide Avigilon™ H4 Fisheye Dome Camera Models: 6.0L-H4F-DO1-IR and 12.0-H4F-DO1-IR...
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Power Source” with output rated 12 VDC or Power over Ethernet (PoE), rated 48 VDC, 25.5W min. Any external power supply connected to this product may only be connected to another Avigilon product of the same model series. External power connections must be properly insulated.
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Table of Contents Overview Cover View Internal View Bottom View Bracket View NPT Adapter View Installation Required Tools and Materials Camera Package Contents Installation Steps Removing the Dome Cover Preparing the Cables (Optional) Configuring microSD Card Storage Mounting the Dome Camera Mounting the Dome Camera to a Ceiling or Wall Mounting the Dome Camera Using the Side Cable Entry Hole Mounting the Dome Camera to an Electrical Box...
Overview Cover View 1. Dome cover Vandal resistant dome cover. 2. Tamper resistant screws Torx captive screws to fix the dome cover to the base. 3. IR illuminator Provides scene illumination in the IR spectrum. 4. Microphone Built-in audio receiver. Overview...
Internal View 1. Dome cover Vandal resistant dome cover. 2. IR contacts Align the IR contacts when installing the dome cover to the base. The contacts must be connected to use the IR illuminators. 3. microSD card slot Accepts a microSD card for onboard storage. 4.
8. Link LED Indicates if there is an active connection in the Ethernet port. 9. Connection status LED Provides information about camera operation. For more information, see LED Indicators on page 31. 10. Lanyard Anchors the dome cover to the camera base. Bottom View 1.
If you are using the optional mounting bracket or NPT adapter, align the camera posts to the mounting slots. 3. Cable entry holes An entry holes for the cables required for camera operation. 4. Serial number tag Device information, product serial number and part number label. Bracket View 1.
NPT Adapter View 1. Locking nut Locking nut for securing the NPT adapter to the pipe. 2. 1-1/2” NPT thread mount Standard female 1-1/2” NPT thread mount for mounting the dome camera to a pole or bracket. 3. Primary camera post Align the primary camera slot on the NPT adapter to the primary mounting post on the dome camera base.
If you will be installing the NPT adapter (H4F-MT-NPTA), you will need a 1-1/2" NPT female to female adapter. Camera Package Contents Ensure the package contains the following: Avigilon™ H4 Fisheye Dome Camera Camera Base Mounting Template sticker Bracket Mounting Template sticker Optional mounting bracket...
Mounting the Dome Camera Connecting Cables Assigning an IP Address Accessing the Live Video Stream Installing the Dome Cover Configuring the Camera Removing the Dome Cover 1. From the bottom of the dome camera, remove the white plug covering the Ethernet cable entry hole. Once removed, the plug can be discarded.
NOTE: Be careful not to scratch or touch the dome bubble. The resulting marks or fingerprints may affect the overall image quality. Keep the protective covers on the outside of the dome bubble until the installation is complete. Preparing the Cables Before you connect the cables to the dome camera, you must prepare the cables for installation.
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c. Crimp the connector onto the Ethernet cable. 2. If you are using the auxiliary cable, thread the rubber washer through the end with the white connectors. 3. Do not connect the cables to the dome camera till indicated. Preparing the Cables...
2. Access the camera’s web interface to enable the onboard storage feature. For more information, see the Avigilon High Definition H.264 Camera Web Interface User Guide. Mounting the Dome Camera Mounting the Dome Camera to a Ceiling or Wall Perform the following steps if the required cables will be coming from inside the mounting surface and the camera will be mounted immediately over the cable hole.
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5. If you are installing the auxiliary cable, remove the black plug covering the auxiliary cable entry hole. Otherwise, keep the cover on the auxiliary cable entry hole to prevent dust from entering the dome camera. 6. Pull the Ethernet cable through the Ethernet cable entry hole on the camera base. The thread around the grommet should line up with the cable entry hole.
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7. If you need the auxiliary cable, pull the cable through the auxiliary cable entry hole. 8. Using a wrench or pliers, tighten the auxiliary cable into the camera base. Mounting the Dome Camera to a Ceiling or Wall...
9. Align the camera base to the pilot holes then use the provided self-tapping screws to secure the camera to the mounting surface. Mounting the Dome Camera Using the Side Cable Entry Hole Perform the following steps if the required cables will be run along the mounting surface. Use this procedure if the mounting surface is difficult to drill into, or if the cables must be routed outside of the mounting surface.
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1. Using the Bracket Mounting Template, drill 3 holes into the mounting surface. When installing on a wall, the side cable entry hole must point straight down or the video image will be rotated. 2. Hammer the supplied plastic anchors into the holes. 3.
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5. If you are installing the auxiliary cable, remove the black plug covering the auxiliary cable entry hole. Otherwise, keep the cover on the auxiliary cable entry hole to prevent dust from entering the dome camera. 6. Pull the Ethernet cable through the Ethernet cable entry hole on the camera base. The thread around the grommet should line up with the cable entry hole.
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7. If you need the auxiliary cable, pull the cable through the auxiliary cable entry hole. 8. Using a wrench or pliers, tighten the auxiliary cable into the camera base. Mounting the Dome Camera Using the Side Cable Entry Hole...
9. Align the mounting slots on the camera base to the camera posts on the bracket, then twist counter- clockwise until the posts come to the right end of the mounting slots. A tapped hole is now visible through the left side of the primary mounting slot on the camera base. 10.
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If you do not need to use the auxiliary cable, skip the relevant steps. 1. Install the electrical gang box as required. 2. Align the bracket mounting holes to the mounting points on the electrical gang box. If you are mounting the camera to a wall, make sure the primary mounting post on the bracket is at the top, or the video image will be rotated.
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5. Pull the Ethernet cable through the Ethernet cable entry hole on the camera base. The thread around the grommet should line up with the cable entry hole. The rubber grommet around the Ethernet cable should be pressed firmly into the Ethernet cable entry hole to create a seal.
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7. Using a wrench or pliers, tighten the auxiliary cable into the camera base. 8. Align the mounting slots on the camera base to the camera posts on the bracket, then twist counter- clockwise until the posts come to the right end of the mounting slots. A tapped hole is now visible through the left side of the primary mounting slot on the camera base.
9. Insert the provided Torx screw through the primary mounting slot in the camera base, and into the now visible hole in the mounting bracket. 10. Tighten the screw to lock the camera to the bracket. Mounting the Dome Camera to an NPT Pipe Perform the following steps if the dome camera needs to be installed to an NPT pipe for a pendant installation.
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5. If you are installing the auxiliary cable, remove the black plug covering the auxiliary cable entry hole. Otherwise, keep the cover on the auxiliary cable entry hole to prevent dust from entering the dome camera. 6. Pull the Ethernet cable through the Ethernet cable entry hole on the camera base. The thread around the grommet should line up with the cable entry hole.
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7. If you need the auxiliary cable, pull the cable through the auxiliary cable entry hole. 8. Using a wrench or pliers, tighten the auxiliary cable into the camera base. Mounting the Dome Camera to an NPT Pipe...
9. Align the mounting slots on the camera base to the camera posts on the NPT adapter, then twist counter- clockwise until the posts come to the right end of the mounting slots. A tapped hole is now visible through the left side of the primary mounting slot on the camera base. 10.
1. Connect a network cable to the camera's Ethernet port (RJ-45 connector). 2. If the camera is connected to any external devices, connect the auxiliary cable to the auxiliary cable connectors. 3. Power the camera using one of the following methods. Power over Ethernet (PoE) Class 3 —...
Live video stream can be viewed using one of the following methods: Web browser interface: http://< camera IP address>/ Network Video Management software application (for example, the Avigilon Control Center software). NOTE: The default camera username is administrator with no password.
For more information, see the Avigilon Camera Configuration Tool User Guide. If the camera is connected to the Avigilon Control Center system, you can use the client software to configure the camera. For more information, see the Avigilon Control Center Client User Guide.
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Avigilon Control Center Client User Guide Avigilon High Definition H.264 Web Interface User Guide Avigilon Camera Configuration Tool User Guide The manuals are available on the Avigilon website: http://www.avigilon.com/support-and-downloads For More Information...
Auxiliary Cable Connections The auxiliary cable that is provided with the dome camera includes an I/O terminal, external power connector, audio input and audio output connectors. Connect all the required external devices to the auxiliary cable: 1. Connect external input and output devices to the I/O terminal block. External input and output devices can include: door contacts, relays, etc.
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Audio Input 2 — configures the gain for any line level audio input that is connected to the pink audio input connector on the auxiliary cable. For more information, see the Avigilon Control Center Client User Guide. Configuring the Microphone...
LED Indicators Once connected to the network, the Connection Status LED will display the progress in connecting to the Network Video Management software. The following table describes what the LEDs indicate: Connection Status Connection State Description One short flash every Obtaining IP Address Attempting to obtain an IP address.
Resetting to Factory Default Settings If the camera no longer functions as expected, you can choose to reset the camera to its factory default settings. Use the firmware revert button to reset the camera. The firmware revert button is shown in the following diagram: Figure 1: The reset button on the camera base beside the IR contacts.
NOTE: The ARP/Ping Method will not work if the Disable setting static IP address through ARP/Ping method check box is selected in the camera's web browser interface. For more information, see the Avigilon™ High Definition H.264 Web Interface User Guide.
Cleaning Dome Bubble If the video image becomes blurry or smudged in areas, it may be because the dome bubble requires cleaning. To clean the dome bubble: Use hand soap or a non-abrasive detergent to wash off dirt or fingerprints. Use a microfiber cloth or non-abrasive fabric to dry the dome bubble.
Specifications Camera Audio Input/Output Line level I/O and internal microphone Lens 1.45 mm, F/2.2 SD Storage microSDHC/microSDXC/UHS-1 – minimum class 10 or better recommended Network Network 100 BaseTX Cabling Type CAT5 Connector RJ-45 ONVIF Profile S compliant (www.onvif.org) Device Management SNMP v2c Protocols SNMP v3...
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-20 °C to +55 °C (-4 °F to 131 °F) with PoE power Storage Temperature -25°C to +50 °C (-13 °F to 122 °F) Humidity 0-95% non-condensing Certifications ROHS Certifications WEEE UL 60950-1 CSA 60950-1 Safety IEC/EN 60950-1 IEC 62471 IK10 Impact Rating (camera housing only) Environmental Meets IEC 60529 IP66 Weather Rating...
Limited Warranty and Technical Support Avigilon warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of 3 years from date of purchase. The manufacturer’s liability hereunder is limited to replacement of the product, repair of the product or replacement of the product with repaired product at the discretion of the manufacturer.
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