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(435) 227-9106. Campbell Scientific is unable to process any returns until we receive this form. If the form is not received within three days of product receipt or is incomplete, the product will be returned to the customer at the customer’s expense.
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Periodically (at least yearly) check electrical ground connections. • WHILE EVERY ATTEMPT IS MADE TO EMBODY THE HIGHEST DEGREE OF SAFETY IN ALL CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTS, THE CUSTOMER ASSUMES ALL RISK FROM ANY INJURY RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION, USE, OR MAINTENANCE OF TRIPODS, TOWERS, OR ATTACHMENTS TO TRIPODS AND TOWERS SUCH AS SENSORS, CROSSARMS, ENCLOSURES, ANTENNAS, ETC.
Table of Contents PDF viewers: These page numbers refer to the printed version of this document. Use the PDF reader bookmarks tab for links to specific sections. 1. Introduction ..............1 2. Precautions ..............2 3. Initial Inspection ............2 4.
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Table of Contents 8.4.1.1 Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) ......28 8.4.2 Network Configuration .............. 29 8.4.2.1 Network Settings ............. 30 8.4.2.2 Ethernet Power Mode Settings ........31 8.4.2.3 FTP Client Set-up ............33 8.4.2.4 SMTP (Email) Server Settings ........34 8.4.2.5 SNTP (TIME) Server Setting ..........
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10.1 Internal USB Function ..............101 10.2 Quick Notes ..................103 10.2.1 CC5MPX General ..............103 10.2.2 Campbell Dataloggers Users ............. 104 10.2.3 Configuration Process ............... 104 Appendices A. CC5MPX Series Cameras and Accessories ..A-1 CC5MPXWD .................. A-1 CC5MPXFE ..................A-1 Window Defroster ................
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Table of Contents Figures 1-1. CC5MPX Camera ................1 4-1. Network and Sharing Center ............... 5 4-2. Local Area Connection Properties............5 4-3. Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties ......6 4-4. IP Address Configuration ..............7 4-5. Web Interface Live Video Homepage ..........8 4-6.
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Table of Contents 8-43. Datalogger Connections with RS-232 ..........79 8-44. RS-485 Shown in PakBus Port Setting ..........80 8-45. CC5MPX Device Configuration Option ..........85 8-46. Device Configuration Utility Screen ..........85 8-47. CC5MPX Lens Tube Removal ............87 8-48.
Communication options include Ethernet, RS-232, and RS-485. The CC5MPX is fully web-enabled with FTP and email capabilities. Campbell Scientific’s PakBus® protocol is supported by the CC5MPX for integration with Campbell Scientific dataloggers. When required, an optional lens defroster is available.
Check the firmware version of the camera against the most recent version • found on the Campbell Scientific website in the CC5MPX support tab and update as needed. QuickStart Ensure that the pigtail end of the power cable is properly terminated (see Section 8.1, Cables/Wiring...
There are two different ways to set up the parameters in the CC5MPX. The Ethernet network interface can be used with a web browser or the RS-232 serial lines can be used with Campbell Scientific’s Device Configuration Utility (DevConfig). The use of RS-232 serial lines will require the use of the...
CC5MPX Digital Camera ‘pop-up’ in Internet Explorer and must be allowed to function with the CC5MPX. Setup Using Ethernet 4.4.1 Link Local IP Address Auto-Configuration The CC5MPX supports an automatic IP address configuration in situations where the camera is directly connected, via Ethernet cable, to a computer without the need of a DHCP server.
CC5MPX Digital Camera FIGURE 4-1. Network and Sharing Center Under Connections on the right-hand-side, click Local Area Connection | Properties (FIGURE 4-2). FIGURE 4-2. Local Area Connection Properties Click on Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) | Properties.
CC5MPX Digital Camera FIGURE 4-3. Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties Record the existing settings used on the computer to restore the connection once the CC5MPX setup is complete. In FIGURE 4-3, the computer is set to obtain the IP address automatically.
CC5MPX Digital Camera Click Use the following IP address and enter to following values (FIGURE 4-4): • IP address: 192.168.1.91 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 • Default gateway: 192.168.1.1 • FIGURE 4-4. IP Address Configuration Click OK to accept. This may prompt a Microsoft TCP/IP Warning pop-up. If this pop-up appears, click Yes.
Campbell Scientific provides a free software program called Device Configuration Utility (DevConfig) that supports the configuration of a variety of equipment. The CC5MPX can also be configured with DevConfig. Please visit the Campbell Scientific website to ensure the most recent version of this utility is installed.
CC5MPX Digital Camera The CC5MPX ships from the factory with the communication lines configured for RS-232. The green wire on the cable is the CC5MPX RS-232 TX (output) line; the white wire is the CC5MPX RS-232 RX (input) line. A connection will also need to be made from the CC5MPX black ground to the RS-232 ground.
Flexible configurations allow the cameras to serve as 1) a standalone field camera, requiring only a battery, solar panel, and available SD memory card, 2) an IP web camera, or 3) integrated into a Campbell system.
CC5MPX Digital Camera FIGURE 5-1. CC5MPX Digital Camera Specifications Specifications Power Supply Operating: 9 to 30 Vdc 250 mA maximum (camera only) 9 to 16 Vdc 1.0 A max @ 12 Vdc (camera with defroster option) Quiescent: 1 mA maximum (OFF power mode) The CC5MPX is specified to operate on a 9 to 30 Vdc WARNING supply input range.
Ethernet 10/100 RS-232 port RS-485 port Communication Protocols: Web page interface via web browser Email PakBus® (for Campbell dataloggers) Communication Switched Power Output Maximum Output Current: 750 mA RS-232 and RS-485 Maximum Baud Rate: 115.2 kbps The recommended maximum cable length at this baud rate is 15 NOTE meters.
CC5MPX Digital Camera This longer delay time would be noticeable when capturing images from the external trigger. 5 MP images would take several seconds from the external trigger signal being asserted. All other still image captures are less than 1 second.
CC5MPX Digital Camera FIGURE 7-2. CC5MPX Mounting Kit When using the optional mounting kit (pn 18549) as shown in FIGURE 7-2, align the outer holes of the CC5MPX with the center hole and the 180° slot of the mount. Loosely secure the two together with the two ¼-20 x 0.5 in. Hex bolts, lock washers, and washers included with the kit.
CC5MPX Digital Camera Sun Shroud Lens Tube ¼-20 x 0.5 in Hex Bolt U-bolts Curved Slots Washer Split Washer Crossarm Bolt FIGURE 7-3. CC5MPX Mounted to Crossarm Operation Cables/Wiring 8.1.1 Power and I/O Cable Connections The wiring for the Power and I/O Cable connector assemble is as shown in TABLE 8-1.
CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-1. Power and I/O Cable Color Connections Color Function Connection Black Power Ground System Ground Input Power Power Source 9-30 Vdc RS-232 Input (RX control port of datalogger or Pin 2 of a computer (DTE) Green RS-232 TX (output) DB9 Connector) RS-485A when configured to RS-485...
CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-2. Power and I/O Cable Wire Usage Wire When not Color Function Connection Required Used Black Power Ground Always Input Power Always The green wire only needs to RS-232 TX Connect to be connected when RS-232 (output) a grey Green...
CC5MPX Digital Camera Cable specifications: • 24-AWG 3 pair (6 conductor) Individually Shielded Cables with Santoprene® Jacket IP-67 rated connector • 10 inch pigtail for termination • 3 Single Pole 16 to 20 AWG Grey Push Operated Connector • Terminals (FIGURE 8-1) Maximum recommended cable length is 20 m (100 ft) •...
CC5MPX Digital Camera A standard CAT5 (or better) Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors (pn 28900) can be used to interface to the camera in indoor conditions or for temporary connection outdoors when conditions permit. When an Ethernet connection is required for permanent outdoor installations or when a connection to the camera is required in wet or harsh conditions, the Environmental Ethernet Cable assembly (pn CC5MPXCBL2-L) needs to be used.
CC5MPX Digital Camera When the protective cap is removed, a standard cable with an RJ45 connector can be used to connect the camera to another device in an indoor environment or temporarily outdoors if weather permits. If a permanent Ethernet connection is required outdoors or if a connection is required in wet or harsh locations, the Environmental Ethernet Cable must be used.
CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-3. Setup Button LED Indicator CC5MPX State Other No power or the camera is in Pressing the Setup button one of the following Low will force the camera to Powered Modes: exit any of the low Continuously powered modes and remain Partially On...
CC5MPX Digital Camera memory card. This function is also available through the camera web interface via the Shutdown Camera button box. 8.2.4 SD Memory Card The camera is internally equipped to use an SD memory card. An extended temperature memory card (pn 27506 for a 4 GB card, pn 27507 for an 8 GB card) is available as an option for the CC5MPX.
CC5MPX Digital Camera Self Timed 1: • http://192.168.1.90/stc1.jpg http://192.168.1.90/stc1.avi Self Timed 2: • http://192.168.1.90/stc2.jpg http://192.168.1.90/stc2.avi • External Trigger: http://192.168.1.90/etc.jpg http://192.168.1.90/etc.avi Motion Detection: • http://192.168.1.90/mdc.jpg http://192.168.1.90/mdc.avi 8.2.4.2 Accessing SD Memory Card In order to access the SD memory card, the backplate of the CC5MPX must be removed.
CC5MPX Digital Camera Clicking a directory such as SelfTimed1Still (FIGURE 8-3) will begin the navigation into that directory. Whole directories or files can be saved, just like any other Windows folder. FIGURE 8-3. Image Collection from Installed SD Card 8.2.5 Switched Power Output The intended purpose of the switched power output is to control the power for a communication device.
The other means of setting up the camera is by using the RS-232 serial lines on the Power and I/O cable and using Campbell Scientific’s DevConfig software to change configuration parameters in the camera (Section 8.6, RS-232 Communications ).
CC5MPX Digital Camera FIGURE 8-4. CC5MPX Web Interface Homepage Some general items to remember about the web interface are: • The homepage of the camera is the Live Video page. There are no operational settings to change on the Live Video page. If any settings are changed or added on any of the other pages, then •...
CC5MPX Digital Camera 8.4.1 Live Video The Live Video homepage of the CC5MPX is shown in FIGURE 8-5. Still Image Capture Page Tabs FIGURE 8-5. Live Video (Homepage) The homepage allows the user to manually capture still images or view real time video.
CC5MPX Digital Camera Information features on the Live Video homepage include: • Motion Detection Indicator Turns from green to red when motion is detected. This will indicate even if the motion capture is not enabled. • External Trigger Status Reflects the state of the External Trigger signal on the Power and I/O cable.
CC5MPX Digital Camera To clarify, this manual will refer to the selection tabs that are located on the left of some of the pages as sub tabs. The main Network page has five sub tabs: Network • Power Mode • FTP Server •...
CC5MPX Digital Camera 8.4.2.2 Ethernet Power Mode Settings Clicking on the Power Mode sub tab allows the user to edit the Ethernet power mode settings. To reduce power consumption, the CC5MPX includes the ability to control the power characteristics of the Ethernet port. Three options are available (see FIGURE 8-9): •...
CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-5. Ethernet Power Save Modes Camera Ethernet Power Power Save Mode Mode Operating Characteristics • Camera is always on. Always On • Highest power consumption. • Ethernet is on and always available for incoming communications. Moderate •...
CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-5. Ethernet Power Save Modes Camera Ethernet Power Power Save Mode Mode Operating Characteristics • The Deep Sleep power consumption (6 mA typically) is not affected by the Ethernet power mode. Always On • Ethernet, RS-232, and RS-485 communications are non-responsive in Deep Sleep state.
CC5MPX Digital Camera These settings configure the CC5MPX to be able to act as an FTP client to send image files to an FTP server. There are settings for two different servers. These settings configure the parameters that the camera will use to connect to the server.
CC5MPX Digital Camera • Email Address Enter the destination email addresses that are to receive the emails. Multiple email addresses can be included. There is a limit of 255 characters. For multiple email addresses, use a space, comma or semi-colon as a separator between addresses. Example: test1@somewhere.com;john@email.com.
CC5MPX Digital Camera FIGURE 8-12. SNTP Server Settings 8.4.3 System Configuration Selecting the System page tab activates the System Settings page (see FIGURE 8-13). The main System Settings page has eight sub tabs: Date and Time • Automatic Date and Time Update •...
CC5MPX Digital Camera 8.4.3.1 System Date and Time The Date and Time submenu (see FIGURE 8-14) provides a means for viewing and setting the current date and time of the camera. Available options include: • Setting the Time manually: Select the Set Manually button and enter the date and time values from the drop-down boxes.
The Site Name submenu (see FIGURE 8-16) allows a site name to be used for a web page heading. By default, the Site Name is set to Campbell Scientific. This provides an easy way of confirming that the camera is connected to the web interface.
CC5MPX Digital Camera Site Name FIGURE 8-17. Location of Site Name 8.4.3.4 Users and Security The Users/Security submenu (see FIGURE 8-18) allows for setting of security features in the CC5MPX. By default, cameras are shipped with the security authentication disabled. When the Authentication setting is set to Enable, users will be prompted for a User Name and Password before access is given.
CC5MPX Digital Camera FIGURE 8-18. Users and Security Settings If a user needs to be removed from the User List, this must be done by a user with Admin access. Remember that any deletion or changes will only be saved when the Submit button is clicked.
CC5MPX Digital Camera 8.4.3.5.1 External Trigger Input Settings The External Trigger Input can be configured to active High or active Low. When set to active High, 0 volts will be the Inactive state and a positive voltage will be the active state. The CC5MPX is shipped from the factory by default with a pull-down resistor connected to the External Trigger Input and the External Trigger is set to active High.
The Update I/O submenu (see FIGURE 8-20) provides the ability to update the firmware in the camera. It is recommended to check for firmware updates on the Campbell Scientific website to ensure that the camera has the most recent version of firmware.
CC5MPX Digital Camera 8.4.3.7 Events The Events submenu (see FIGURE 8-21) provides a list of system events. If the System Status box is red in the Live Video page, the details are logged in the Events Log. One of the most common recorded events is that the memory card is properly present after a power up.
CC5MPX Digital Camera 8.4.3.8 Save/Read Camera Settings This feature allows for configuration settings to be saved or loaded via the web interface (FIGURE 8-22). The .xml configuration files are also compatible with DevConfig. FIGURE 8-22. Save/Read Camera Settings 8.4.4 Memory Card Selecting the Memory Card page tab will bring up the Memory Card page (see FIGURE 8-23) and allow access to the internal SD card.
CC5MPX Digital Camera This page shows the size of the memory card loaded in the camera. If no camera is present, there will be a message stating so, and the view memory card link and memory card details will not appear. Each capture event is allocated a limited amount of space on the SD card based on the settings on the event configuration page.
CC5MPX Digital Camera The directory names are: • ExternTrig1Still • ExternTrig1Video • ManualStill • MotionDetectStill • MotionDetectVideo • SelfTimed1Still • SelfTimed1Video SelfTimed2Still • SelfTimed2Video • Clicking one of the main folders will display the contents; normally another set of subfolders will be displayed. The camera creates subfolders that are named by date.
CC5MPX Digital Camera Actual pictures and video will be located in these subfolders and can be viewed as shown in FIGURE 8-26. FIGURE 8-26. Example Display of Files The web interface will display up to 200 files per page. If more files exist in the directory than at the very bottom of the page, other pages can be selected to view the additional files (see FIGURE 8-27).
CC5MPX Digital Camera 8.4.5 Video Settings Selecting the Video Settings page tab will bring up the Video Settings page (see FIGURE 8-28). There are two sub tabs that provide two independent types of video to be recorded. FIGURE 8-28. Video Settings Page The video settings consist of the following parameters: Banner Position •...
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CC5MPX Digital Camera Name on Image Banner • If YES is selected, text can be entered which would appear in the video banner. Refer to Section 8.8, PakBus® Communications (p. 80) for details on how to alter the banner via a PakBus datalogger. Include Timestamp in Banner •...
CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-6. Typical Video File Sizes Resolution Frames Per Second Kilobytes per Second 720P 1280 x 720 320 x 240 8.4.5.1 GPS Coordinates GPS coordinates (CC5MPXGPSLatitude and CC5MPXGPSLongitude) can be embedded in the image or video files that the camera generates. Two PakBus variables allow the logger to send the GPS coordinates to the camera, where they are embedded in the images or video.
CC5MPX Digital Camera 8.4.6 Image Capture Selecting the Image Capture page tab will bring up the Image Capture settings page (see FIGURE 8-30). The Image Capture settings are the most significant settings in determining how the camera will operate. There are six sub tabs that include: •...
CC5MPX Digital Camera 8.4.6.1 Power Modes The Power Modes sub tab (see FIGURE 8-31) allows for selection of the type of power management that will be used. FIGURE 8-31. Power Modes One of the main factors in determining which power mode to use is the power consumption budget that is available for the camera.
CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-7. Power Modes Ethernet Power Power Mode Save Mode Operating Characteristics • Camera is always on. Always On • Highest power consumption. • Ethernet is on and always available for incoming communications. Moderate Power • Not recommended. Save Fully On •...
CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-7. Power Modes Ethernet Power Power Mode Save Mode Operating Characteristics • The Deep Sleep power consumption (6 mA typically) is not affected by the Ethernet power mode. Always On • Ethernet, RS-232, and RS-485 communications are non-responsive in Deep Sleep mode.
CC5MPX Digital Camera 8.4.6.2 Self Timed Capture1 The Self Timed Capture1 sub tab (see FIGURE 8-32) is used to configure the camera to capture still images or video using the internal clock of the CC5MPX. FIGURE 8-32. Self Timed Capture Page When either of the Self Timed Capture triggers is enabled, the CC5MPX uses its internal clock as a trigger to initiate the capture of still images or video.
CC5MPX Digital Camera FIGURE 8-33. Enable and Capture Time Values The Self Timed Capture triggers are set up with the timing relative to midnight. The first parameter to enter is the Start Minutes relative to midnight. The Start Minutes parameter is the first occurrence of a capture event after midnight.
CC5MPX Digital Camera The Capture Interval is the time between capture events once the Start Minutes value is reached. For hourly pictures, a value of 60 can be entered. If a value of 0 is entered (not recommended), the Image Interval time will apply to still images and video of the specified duration will be captured repeatedly.
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CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-10. Self Time Capture Variables Variable Allowable Values Description An option is given to store images in a subfolder named by Year_Month or Year_Month_Day. Selecting the Year_Month_Day option has some performance advantages Sub Folder • Year_Month_Day when a large number of images are taken.
CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-10. Self Time Capture Variables Variable Allowable Values Description Main Folder This is a read only field. The Name of the Main Folder where Read Only Field Name the still image files will be stored (SelfTimed1Video). An option is given to store Videos in a subfolder named by Year_Month or Year_Month_Day.
CC5MPX Digital Camera captured or video is started, is typically less than 100 msec. The description of the parameters for the External Trigger setup is outlined in TABLE 8-11, External Trigger Variables (p. 63) 8.4.6.4.1 File Transfer Queuing When performing multiple captures and transfers off the camera in rapid succession, the camera will queue file transfers (i.e., send via FTP, then SMTP, then PakBus).
CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-11. External Trigger Variables Variable Allowable Values Description External • Enable Enables or disables External Trigger capture. Trigger • Disable Still Image • YES Select YES to include still image captures. Capture • NO Number of Determines how many still images will be taken when the 1 to 60 Images...
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CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-11. External Trigger Variables Variable Allowable Values Description PakBus Still • Setting #1 One of the two still image settings can be used for the still Image • Setting #2 images that are sent using FTP. Video •...
CC5MPX Digital Camera 8.4.6.5 Motion Detection The Motion Detection sub tab (see FIGURE 8-35) is used to configure the camera to capture still images or video using the Motion Detection capability of the camera. Refer to TABLE 8-12 for a description of each variable. Even if this feature is enabled, the motion detection will only operate when the camera is in the Fully On power state.
CC5MPX Digital Camera 8.4.6.5.1 CC5MPX Motion Detection Description The CC5MPX camera implements an adaptive motion detection scheme in order to help avoid false motion detection triggers that can occur in normal outdoor scenes. The adaptive motion detection method automatically adjusts the motion detection threshold based on the average motion characteristics of a given scene.
CC5MPX Digital Camera The motion detection feature uses the full 4:3 ratio frame to capture • motion. Still images in the 320 x 176, 640 x 352 and 1280 x 720 formats, and video in the 720p format will crop a portion of the top and bottom of the image or video.
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CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-12. Motion Detection Settings Variable Allowable Values Description Start time in minutes relative to Midnight. The Motion Detection can be set to be active for a certain time period only. Start Minutes 0 to 1439 See TABLE 8-9, Start and Stop Time Examples , for more (p.
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CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-12. Motion Detection Settings Variable Allowable Values Description • Disabled Selecting one of the FTP Settings enables the camera to Send via FTP • FTP Settings #1 transmit the still images to an FTP server. The selected FTP •...
CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-12. Motion Detection Settings Variable Allowable Values Description • Disabled Selecting one of the email Settings enables the camera to Send via • Email Settings#1 transmit the video files via email. The selected email Settings Email •...
Communications using the PakBus protocol (FIGURE 8-37) enables remote retrieval and/or storage of images or video to external devices such as compatible Campbell Scientific dataloggers. The factory default communication interface is RS-232. If RS-485 is required, the internal camera jumpers will need to be changed. See Section 8.5, Internal Jumpers , for (p.
CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-13. PakBus Communication Settings Allowable Variable Values Description • 115200 • 57600 Select the desired baud rate. Once the baud rate is set, it will always RS-232 BAUD Rate • 38400 be fixed. The factory Default Settings is 115200 baud. •...
CC5MPX Digital Camera FIGURE 8-38. Still Images Settings Page TABLE 8-14. Still Image Settings Variable Allowable Values Description • 320 x 176 • 320 x 240 • 640 x 352 The resolution option is the resolution of the Still Image in Resolution •...
CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-14. Still Image Settings Variable Allowable Values Description • The NONE option uses the same file name for all pictures. Only 1 image name appears in a directory or is transmitted out (email, FTP, or PakBus). •...
CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 8-15. Still Image Resolution Details Size with Maximum Outside Characters Compression Typical Resolution Banner in Banner Type File Size None/Lossless 640 x 480 640 x 512 Medium High Very High None/Lossless 1280 x 720 1280 x 752 Medium High Very High...
CC5MPX Digital Camera 8.4.8.1.1 Example Program – Adding GPS Coordinates to Image Banner The following example illustrates the use of the CC5MPXGPSLatitude and CC5MPXGPSLongitude instructions, which can be used with CR800 series, CR1000, or CR3000 dataloggers. Public sendGps As Boolean Public gpsLat, gpsLong As Float public sendVarResult BeginProg...
CC5MPX Digital Camera SD-Card RS-485 Right: Pull Down Left: Pull Up RS-232 FIGURE 8-39. Internal Jumper Locations 8.5.2 External Trigger Pull-up/Pull-down Jumper The jumper location for the External Pull-up/Pull-down location is shown in FIGURE 8-39. When the jumper is located on the right two pins of the header (factory default position), there is a 100 kΩ...
The RS-232 serial communications are used with the camera for two purposes: to configure and setup the camera using Device Configuration Utility software that Campbell Scientific provides; to send image files from the camera to other devices using PakBus. Check the PakBus Port value under Communications Settings to confirm the camera has internal jumpers configured to RS-232 or RS-485 (see FIGURE 8-41).
CC5MPX Digital Camera serial port. The adaptor comes with the CC5MPX as an accessory. See FIGURE 8-42. FIGURE 8-42. Connecting the CC5MPX to a 9-Pin RS-232 Port An illustration of the required RS-232 connections to a datalogger is shown in FIGURE 8-43.
CC5MPX Digital Camera The MD485 is useful for connecting more than one camera to a datalogger or if long cable lengths are involved. If multiple cameras are connected to an MD485, then it would be beneficial to offset the capture times of the images so that only one camera is attempting to transmit a file at any given time.
CC5MPX Digital Camera PakBus can also be used to control specific operational parameters, transfer variables or text between the datalogger and camera. When an image or video file is ready to be transmitted, the camera will initiate communications and send the image or video via the selected serial interface. The CC5MPX is capable of producing video files that exceed 30 MB in size.
CC5MPX Digital Camera mode set to Full Power Save will allow the camera to respond almost immediately (less than 10 seconds). The external trigger can also be utilized to wake up the camera and enter high powered mode. As long as the external trigger is held high, the camera will remain in the high powered mode.
CC5MPX Digital Camera The defroster commands should be sent to the camera every 60 seconds or more to ensure continuous operation. The defroster will be allowed to turn on only once for 65 seconds at internal temperatures between 25 and 50 °C. This flag will only be reset again once the internal temperature drops below 25 °C, or the camera is reset.
PakBus set to zero (0) if device is directly connected to the final destination. Device Configuration Utility DevConfig can be used to change settings in the CC5MPX. DevConfig software can be downloaded at no charge from the Campbell Scientific website. Using DevConfig: Connect the camera to the serial port of a PC using the DB9 •...
CC5MPX Digital Camera 8.10 Image Quality Lighting conditions have the greatest influence on image quality. The CC5MPX camera produces the best images under normal daylight conditions. Pictures taken in good daylight conditions produce crisper and brighter images, as the camera uses the entire image to adjust the exposure settings of a scene. Scenes that contain small variations in light intensities will produce better exposed images.
CC5MPX Digital Camera FIGURE 8-47. CC5MPX Lens Tube Removal FIGURE 8-48. Zoom and Focus Adjustments 8.11.1 Camera Lens and Field of View The CC5MPX includes a 4-12 mm lens, which provides an approximate 27° horizontal field of view when fully zoomed in, and an 80° horizontal field of view when fully zoomed out.
CC5MPX Digital Camera FIGURE 8-49. CC5MPX Horizontal Field of View FIGURE 8-50. Field of View – Fisheye Lens (A) The lens on the CC5MPXFE can see 5 degrees more than the 185 degrees. (B) The lens on the CC5MPXFE can be adjusted to any value between 94 and 185 degrees.
CC5MPX Digital Camera Establish a connection to the camera by typing the address of the camera into the web browser (Factory Default IP address is 192.168.1.90). The homepage of the camera should appear once the address is entered. To view the video, select an appropriate Video Display Size. With a direct connection, the best results are obtained by displaying the larger 1280 x 720 video.
CC5MPX Digital Camera FIGURE 8-51. Homepage Video Display and Focusing Numbers 8.11.3 Temperature Variations and Focus The CC5MPX can operate under extreme temperature variations. The focus of the lens can change slightly with large variations in temperature. For example, if a lens is focused at 35 °C, the lens may be slightly out of focus at –40 °C. The change in focus will be less noticeable if the focus is adjusted closer to the camera’s operating temperature.
CC5MPX Digital Camera The current draw of the camera is mainly dictated by the quiescent current draw of the power mode, plus the current draw when the camera enters the Fully On power mode (active current draw) to acquire an image or video. TABLE 8-16 shows some total power consumption (standalone) figures in...
CC5MPX Digital Camera determining the amount of time it takes to transfer files using RS-232 or RS-485 PakBus communications. TABLE 8-17. File Transfer Times Using PakBus Communication Time (seconds) Baud Rate per 100 kB 240 seconds 9600 0.0123 A hr 120 seconds 19200 0.0076 A hr...
CC5MPX Digital Camera Total power consumption is the sum of the Active and Quiescent • Power Total Power = Quiescent Power + Active Power Total Power = 0.1418 A hr/Day + 0.0917 A hr/Day Total Power = 0.2335 A hr/Day 8.13 CR1000 Interface Guide The CC5MPX can interface to the CR1000 using the RS-232 (default) or RS- 485.
CC5MPX Digital Camera Scroll down to the Files Manager section. Enter in the camera’s PakBus address. Enter in a filename, including the file extension (jpg or avi). To save the files on the user drive or a memory card, type USR: or CRD: in front of the filename.
CC5MPX Digital Camera Buffer size – 1000 • SerialOpen(Com2,115200,4,0,1000) • 8.14 Remote Image Retrieval Once the camera has transferred an image or video to a datalogger, existing LoggerNet communications can be used to retrieve images and video remotely from the datalogger memory. There are also permanent links available in the CC5MPX web server to download the most recently captured images or video files that have been saved to the SD card.
CC5MPX Digital Camera It is possible to configure the File Retrieval to delete files once retrieved from the datalogger. If datalogger memory capacity is a concern, it is recommended to use this feature. To add a file retrieval process, start by clicking Add New under File Pattern. Once added, the Edit File Pattern, Output Directory, and Max Files parameter become available to fill out.
CC5MPX Digital Camera File Control FIGURE 8-53. LoggerNet Connection Screen In dataloggers such as the CR1000, the Device Map can include the CPU, USR, and the CRD (CompactFlash® module). The devices show up in the left hand side of the File Control panel. To view files of a certain device, simply click on the desired device listed in the panel (FIGURE 8-54).
CC5MPX Digital Camera Maintenance Maintenance The CC5MPX requires little maintenance and no calibrations. Keeping the camera clean is important for the longevity of the camera and image and video quality. 9.1.1 Lithium Battery The camera is equipped with a lithium thionyl chloride battery. The battery maintains the clock functionality for periods when power is not connected to the camera.
It is recommended that the O-rings be inspected whenever opened, or at a minimum every two years (with desiccant replacement) to ensure that the seal integrity is maintained. Contact Campbell Scientific for details on replacement parts. The Button Cap O-ring and the Front Main Body O-ring are both...
CC5MPX Digital Camera desiccant packets should be replaced every two years as preventative maintenance. The desiccant that is supplied with the camera is an indicating type of desiccant. There is a small viewing window on the packet that shows the color of the desiccant.
CC5MPX Digital Camera washers included with protective cover chains of the bottom cap and the RJ45 cap. After the screws are removed, gently pull the backplate out. The backplate will still be attached to the camera with the wires. Do no remove the wires. Pivot the backplate to the left side of the camera.
CC5MPX Digital Camera FIGURE 10-1. USB Network Interface Select Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer. The following will be the viewable files: FIGURE 10-2. CC5MPX USB Directory...
CC5MPX Digital Camera Run the execufile usbconf.exe. FIGURE 10-3. Network Configurations At this point, confirm or edit the IP address settings. If changes are made, the Apply button must be selected followed by Exit. Do not unplug the USB cable or shut down the camera at this point. The USB device must be safely removed before unplugging the cable or shutting down the camera, otherwise the changes will be lost.
• interface. This feature can be found under the System and Image Capture tabs. • Check the Campbell Scientific website for firmware updates that may apply. 10.2.2 Campbell Dataloggers Users • If interfacing to a datalogger, ensure that the datalogger has the appropriate PakBus®...
CC5MPX Digital Camera OFF – Offers the best power savings mode. Useful if less than 24 images or video captures are required per day. It takes about 90 seconds for the camera to wake up to start acquiring a picture. TABLE 10-1.
Appendix A. CC5MPX Series Cameras and Accessories A.1 CC5MPXWD Ordering part numbers: 1. CC5MPXWD Details: CC5MPX with window defroster • A.2 CC5MPXFE Ordering part numbers: 1. CC5MPXFE (by special order only) Details: Lens has 1.4 – 3.1 mm focal length •...
Appendix A. CC5MPX Series Cameras and Accessories FIGURE A-1. CC5MPXCBL1-L A.5 Environmental Ethernet Cable Ordering part numbers: 1. CC5MPXCBL2-L (-L is length in feet) Details: 26-AWG 4 Pair (8 conductor) shielded CAT5E cable with • polyurethane jacket • RJ45 environmental connector on one end and regular RJ45 connector on the other end •...
Appendix A. CC5MPX Series Cameras and Accessories A.6 18549 Mounting Kit Details: • Mounting kit with U-bolt and fasteners FIGURE A-3. 18549 Mounting Kit The 18549 can be mounted to a pipe up to 1.5 in. O.D. A.7 DB9 FEMALE To Terminal Block Adaptor Details: •...
Appendix B. Window Defroster Option Specifications B.1 Power Supply WARNING The CC5MPX is specified to operate on a 9 to 30 Vdc supply input range. When the window defroster is installed, the 30 Vdc maximum must be reduced to 16 Vdc.