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Ax45RM/65RM-series

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CONTENTS
1. Warnings and operation notes..................................3
2. Unpacking................................................................5
3. Dimensions & Parts Identification...........................6
4. Installation...............................................................7
5. Connecting to the SRX-Pro Server.........................16
6. Advanced Camera Setup.........................................21
7.
Specifications.....................................................54
Before attempting to connect or operate this product, read these instructions carefully.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Ax45RM/65RM-series User Manual CONTENTS 1. Warnings and operation notes........3 2. Unpacking..............5 3. Dimensions & Parts Identification......6 4. Installation...............7 5. Connecting to the SRX-Pro Server......16 6. Advanced Camera Setup.........21 Specifications.............54 Before attempting to connect or operate this product, read these instructions carefully. Save this manual for future use.
  • Page 2 Neither i3 International Inc. nor its dealers or distributors shall be liable to any person or entity with respect to any liability, loss, or damage, caused or alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly by this information.

  • Page 3: Warnings And Operation Notes

    International Dealer/Installer. When serviced by unauthorized technician, the system warranty will be voided. Should you have any problems or questions regarding our products, contact your local i3 International Dealer/Installer. Camera’s default IP address is 192.0.0.16 Camera’s default Subnet mask address is 255.255.255.0.

  • Page 4: Routine Maintenance

    1.2 Power This camera supports AC 24V and PoE (IEEE 802.3af Class 3). Max. load of 26W on AC 24V, 20W on PoE+ and 11W on PoE. Incorrect voltage may cause irreparable damage to the video camera and will effectively void the camera warranty. For PoE power, insert the RJ45 cable into the RJ45 jack on the camera’s cable.

  • Page 5: Unpacking

    2. Unpacking Ensure that the items received match those listed on the order form and the packing slip. In addition to this manual and a fully assembled camera, the dome camera packing box includes: Surface Mount template x1. Rubber gasket x1. Use in all outdoor surface installations in combination with surface Mount Template.

  • Page 6: Dimensions & Parts Identification

    3. Dimensions & Parts Identification This dome camera is suitable for both indoor and outdoor installation in commercial and residential environment. With 3-axis mount support, it provides flexible installation on a ceiling or wall, even on an angle. The dome camera is a fully integrated enclosure with a back box, camera and lens.

  • Page 7: Installation

    Back box. Camera’s back box comes with six (6) 90% pre-drilled hole dimples with built-in O-ring. For surface mounting, complete drilling a minimum of two (2) holes. Camera module / second housing Tilt bracket with locking screw Inner liner / Shroud. Inner liner is attached to the camera module but can be partially detached for easier lens adjustment.

  • Page 8: Disassembling The Camera

    4.1 Disassembling the Camera Before mounting and adjusting the camera, follow these steps to disassemble the camera. Use the provided security Torx bit to loosen three silver screws securing the dome bubble housing to camera module (#6). Do not completely remove the screws from the dome bubble.
  • Page 9 Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved I/O connectors reserved for future use. AC 24V Port. Connect AC 24V power supply. RJ45 Ethernet Connector / PoE. Connect RJ45 network cable for Ethernet/Internet connectivity. PoE (Power over Ethernet) is supported. Caution: Do not apply power until the camera is properly and securely mounted. Orange LED.
  • Page 10 4.4 Flush Mounting w/Locking Arms Use this installation method for indoor installations only. This method is suitable for drywall and T-bar installations only. It is possible to flush mount the camera and use the back box. The Long Machine Type screws provided are used to secure the camera to the back box through ceiling.
  • Page 11 Install the Camera: Insert the microSD card into the microSD slot on the camera module (if using). Insert the camera into the cut hole in the surface. Feed all cables through the opening in the mounting surface and connect to the camera, including RJ45 PoE/Network cable, AC 24V cable (if using), alarm and audio cables (if using).
  • Page 12 4.5 Surface Mounting w/Back Box This installation method is suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications. Use supplied rubber gasket in all outdoor surface installations to provide the seal between the mounting surface and the camera base. Important. Please Read: •...
  • Page 13 (For all outdoor surface installations). Remove the protective film from the black rubber gasket and adhere to the base of the camera’s back box being Rubber gasket. Use careful to match the holes on the gasket in all outdoor with the holes/dimples on the back box. surface Use a Phillips screwdriver to secure the installations.
  • Page 14 4.6 Wall Mount w/ optional DB60 Gooseneck Bracket OR Pendant Pole Mount These installation methods are suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications. i3’s DB60 Gooseneck Bracket or the rigid 3/4” pipe with the conduit fitting for pole mount installations are not supplied with the camera. Important.
  • Page 15 Connect the cabling to DB60 Gooseneck the camera, including Bracket RJ45 PoE/Network cable, Rigid 3/4” AC 24V cable (if using), pipe alarm and audio cables (if using). Do not apply power 3/4” Electrical EMT Conduit until the installation is Fitting complete.

  • Page 16: Connecting To The Srx-Pro Server

    5. Connecting to the SRX-Pro Server 5.1 Camera Connection Options Connection Option 1 (Single camera) Crossover direct connection requires AC power at the Camera i3 SRX-Pro Server Connection Option 2 (Multiple cameras) Via PoE Gigabit Switch i3 SRX-Pro Server 5.2 Hardware/Software Requirements The following requirements must be met to achieve a successful network connection with the Ax45RM/65RM-series IP camera.
  • Page 17 5.3 RTSP Stream Information Camera’s RTSP stream URL information is as follows: Stream 1>> rtsp://192.0.0.16:554/stream1 Stream 2>> rtsp://192.0.0.16:554/stream2 Stream 3>> rtsp://192.0.0.16:554/stream3 5.4 Configuring Internet Explorer for Video Display Your Internet Explorer (v.10.0 or higher) must first be configured in order to properly display video stream from your Annexxus camera.
  • Page 18 4. Turn on your Annexxus camera. 5. Launch the CD that came with your Annexxus camera and double-click “AnnexxusConfigurationTool.msi” file to install Annexxus Configuration Tool (ACT) application. ACT application discovers all Annexxus cameras connected to your network. 6. Follow the ACT installation instructions until the application has been successfully installed on your SRX-Pro Server.
  • Page 19 Repeat Step 1 to launch Internet Explorer for your Annexxus camera again. The camera’s live video stream will now be seen in the Live View screen. If you do not see the camera image on the screen, call i3 International tech support for troubleshooting tips: 1.877.877.7241.
  • Page 20 5.7 Adding your IP Camera to your SRX-Pro Server Make sure that the latest version of GiPi adapter is installed on your SRX-Pro Server. Once the latest GiPi adapter has been installed, restart i3 SRX-Pro Server. Please go to www.i3international.com/software-downloads to download the most recent GiPi.

  • Page 21: Advanced Camera Setup

    Your Annexxus camera is now connected to SRX-Pro Server and is ready to record. You may change resolution and frame rate for the Annexxus camera in the IP Camera tab menu or you may choose to configure the camera’s advanced settings through the IE browser. ( See Section 6.0 for more info) .

  • Page 22: Basic Setup

    6.1 Basic Setup Click the Setup button to access Annexxus camera Setup features. You may switch to the Advanced Setup mode at any time by clicking the Advance Setup button in the bottom left-hand corner. To switch back to the Basic Setup, click the Basic Setup button.
  • Page 23 » CBR (Constant Bit Rate): This setting will produce a constant bit rate video stream at the cost of video quality. The quality may deteriorate considerably when motion is detected. This setting is beneficial for installations with limited bandwidth. • VBR Max bit rate (for H264 codec) / CBR bit rate: Set the video bit rate between 64-20000 kbit/s.
  • Page 24 Triple Video Streaming: Annexxus 45RM and 65RM cameras support triple H264/MJPEG streaming, each stream can be configured separately: • Primary Streaming (Stream 1) is used by SRX-Pro Server for video recording and live streaming in full-screen mode. Only Primary streaming supports maximum resolution of up to 1.3MP/3MP.
  • Page 25 • Frame Rate: Available frame rate settings: 1, 3, 7.5, 10, 15, 30 fps or choose Custom and enter preferred frame rate manually. • VBR Max bit rate / CBR bit rate (for H264 codec): Set the video bit rate between 64-20000 kbit/s.

  • Page 26: Video Adjustment

    Video Adjustment: • Brightness: adjust the image brightness level, Values range from 0% to 100%. • Contrast: adjust the image contrast level. Values range from 0% to 100%. • Saturation: adjust the image saturation level. Values range from 0% to 100%. •...
  • Page 27 6.4 Edge Set motion area for alarms and edge recording. This setting is best suited for cameras installed indoors, in stable lighting conditions. Note: This feature is not related to SRX-Pro Server and functions independently. Tip: Alarm OUT (Control) can be triggered in response to the detected event as long as Alarm Out device is correctly connected to the camera, Digital Output Settings are configured in the Alarm setup tab and the “Motion”...
  • Page 28 • Draw the area in the Preview window. To draw, position your mouse cursor inside the Preview window, left-click and hold, then drag the cursor to draw a rectangular area over the preview screen. Release the mouse button when done. New motion detection area will be shaded blue.
  • Page 29 Audio: Note: This feature is subject to arming schedule. Audio Out: Enable Audio Out to play a selected alarm sound from the audio device connected to Audio Out port on the camera each time Motion event is detected. Audio Sound: Select one of 10 available alarm sounds to play when motion event is detected.
  • Page 30 6.5 Alarm (edge) In the Alarm setup tab, configure Alarm In and Alarm Out devices as well as Audio Out sounds. Alarm In and Alarm Out devices must be correctly connected to the camera during the installation stage. Note: These alarm features are not related to SRX-Pro Server control/sensor settings and function independently.
  • Page 31 Two methods of Alarm Out activation are available: Normal and Pulse. Normal activation will activate the enabled Alarm Out (Control) for the set period of time (Post Duration). Pulse activation allows configuring the number of activation cycles, the length of each cycle and length of time in-between each activation cycle (in seconds).
  • Page 32 6.6 Privacy Zone (edge) In the Privacy Zone setup tab, select an area that needs to be blocked off with a rectangle on Live View and from video recording because of privacy or other concerns. Up to 8 separate Privacy Zones can be configured. Note: Camera’s privacy zone feature is not related to SRX-Pro Server VideoPrivacy feature and functions independently.
  • Page 33 6.7 Exposure The camera’s exposure settings can be adjusted in the Exposure setup tab. Exposure Mode > Auto Exposure: Note: All Auto Exposure settings are disabled when Manual Exposure is enabled. • EV: Set the Exposure Compensation value from -2 to 2, where -2 results in the darkest image and 2 - in the lightest image.
  • Page 34 • HLC: Set the Highlight Compensation feature to On or Off. HLC feature senses strong sources of light in video (headlights, spotlights) and compensates for exposure in these spots to enhance overall video quality. This feature is especially helpful in preventing blinding of security cameras at night time from headlights and is widely used for nighttime license plate readability (car speed <5mph).
  • Page 35 • Gamma Correction: Set Gamma Correction to 0.45 or 1. • Reset Exposure: Reset Exposure settings to factory defaults. After making any setting adjustments, remember to click the Save button to save any changes made. 6.8 SD Card (edge recording) Your Ax45RM/65RM series camera supports edge video recording to a microSD card for the purposes of data redundancy.
  • Page 36 At least one video stream must be set to MJPEG codec in the Video tab to record *.jpg snapshots to microSD card. At least one video stream must be set to H264 codec in the Video tab to record *.mp4 video clips to microSD card.
  • Page 37 MicroSD cards that do support Life Status notification, may say “Normally Functioning”, “Replacement Recommended” or “Has Reached its Lifetime” to indicate the health of the microSD media. • Remain Writing Lifespan: Remaining writing lifespan is calculated based on the card’s maximum supported number of overwrite cycles, as defined by the manufacturer.
  • Page 38 6.9 Recording/Schedule (edge) In Recording/Schedule tab, the user can configure a number of actions in response to detected camera events. The following events are supported and can be configured in this setup tab: Alarm IN, Audio IN, Defocus, Tamper and Network events. Scheduled events can also be configured.
  • Page 39 FTP Server: Set FTP Record Conditions to ON or OFF. This function Enables/Disables Explorer access to microSD files. When this feature is set to ON, the video clips and snapshots on the microSD can be accessed through the Explorer using the following link: ftp://CAMERA_IP_ADDRESS/ipcam (E.g.
  • Page 40 6.9.1 Arming Schedule Setting > ALARM Many practical applications are possible when using a combination of Alarm IN (Sensor) and Alarm OUT (Control) devices. For example, an infrared sensor input (Alarm IN) can trigger a siren alarm output (Alarm OUT) when both devices are correctly connected to the camera and configured in the camera’s setup.
  • Page 41 • Enable: Check to enable On Screen Display text when Alarm IN event is detected by the camera. • Text: Enter the text that will be displayed at the time of Alarm IN event detection. The OSD text settings are configured under Communication setup tab (See Section 6.10 for more information).
  • Page 42 frequency for Snapshot or Video clip recording and Audio Output activation, in conjunction with the custom arming schedule. Store to SD Card: • Snapshot: Check to save a *.jpg snapshot to the microSD after each Trigger Interval. • Record: Check to save a *.mp4 video clip to the microSD after each Trigger Interval.
  • Page 43 The following conditions must be met: • Audio IN device must be correctly connected to the camera’s Audio In port during the installation stage. • Audio IN device must be correctly powered and be fully operational. • Audio IN event must occur during the configured Arming Schedule. •...
  • Page 44 6.9.4 Arming Schedule Setting > DEFOCUS Defocus detection compares the sharpness of consecutive video frames. Detected Defocus events can trigger a video clip or snapshot recording to the microSD card. Audio output can also be enabled based on the same Schedule. On-screen display and email notifications are available.
  • Page 45 Schedule: • Configure arming schedule for Defocus events. Enable days of the week when linked actions in this tab will be active (enabled). Set the active time period for each enabled day by using the drop-down menus for Start and End Times to select the hours and minutes, respectively.
  • Page 46 On Screen Display: On Screen Display feature will display entered text on the video screen whenever Tamper event is detected. • Enable: Check to enable On Screen Display text when Tamper event is detected by the camera. • Text: Enter the text that will be displayed at the time of Tamper event detection. The OSD text settings are configured under Communication setup tab (See Section 6.10 for more information).
  • Page 47 On Screen Display: On Screen Display feature will display entered text on the video screen whenever Wire Network Lost event is detected. • Enable: Check to enable On Screen Display text when Wire Network Lost event is detected by the camera. •...
  • Page 48 6.10 Communication Setup The Communication tab is used to configure network and communication settings on the camera as well as camera OSD settings. Note: Do not configure SNMP settings in this tab as these are reserved for development and advanced troubleshooting by the manufacturer only and are not required for normal functioning of this camera...

  • Page 49: User Management

    • Event Settings: Configure camera’s event OSD settings. These settings apply to motion, Defocus, and tamper events as well as and microSD card notification OSD. » Background Color: Set the on-screen text background color to Transparent or Black. » Text Color: Set the on-screen text color to Black or White. It is not recommended to set both Background and Text colors to Black.
  • Page 50 Adding a User: To add a new user, Click Add User button. Enter New Username Enter new user Password Re-enter password in the Confirm Password field. Set user Permission to User or Operator. Click Save User button. The new user will be added to the user list on the left. Deleting a User: To delete an existing User or Operator, Click on the user name in the list.

  • Page 51: System Setup

    All Annexxus-series cameras are sold with the most recent version of the firmware already installed. If in the future firmware updates are released, you can update your camera’s firmware by first downloading the firmware file from i3 International’s website or FTP site. After downloading firmware file, click the Browser button and click Upgrade.
  • Page 52 Note: Be sure to stop all camera operations prior to firmware upgrade. Do not turn off power or disconnect from the network during the firmware upgrade process. Restart/Reset: Reminder: Default IP address is 192.0.0.16, default Subnet: 255.255.255.0. Default Username/Password are i3admin / i3admin •...
  • Page 53 6.13 Logs Camera Logs tab allows searching for event occurrence by date, time and event type. Logs facilitate faster video search by helping the user determine the time of the event with greater precision. Log events are created for Motion, Tamper, Defocus, Audio IN, Alarm IN, and Network events as well as for each Scheduled recording occurrence.

  • Page 54: Specifications

    7. Specifications Features/Model Ax45RM Ax65RM Image System Image Sensor Progressive Scan CMOS 1/3” sensor Progressive Scan CMOS 1/2.8” sensor Signal System NTSC/PAL Optical System Iris Control Auto Iris Focal Length Motorized 3 - 10.5 mm F-stop Range (F-number) Wide: 1.4, Tele: 2.8 Wide: 84°...
  • Page 55 Rev. 161107 i3-TRNG-CAMS-Ax45RM_65RM-UM.indd...
  • Page 56 INTERNATIONAL INC. U.S.A. i3 America Inc. Canada 780 Birchmount Road, 1.866.840.0004 4450 Witmer Industrial Estates Unit 4 Unit 16, Scarborough, www.i3international.com Niagara Falls, NY 14305 ON, M1K 5H4...

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