ACTi A950 Quick Installation Manual

This guide is for quick installing and connecting the 8MP Outdoor Speed Dome Camera. For more details, please
refer to the Hardware Manual.
Installation Notices
 This camera must be installed by qualified personnel and the installation should conform to all local codes.
 To use an external power supply, please contact the camera manufacturer to confirm that the power supply uses
the same power specifications as the camera. The power supply must comply with the LPS requirements.
 For safety concern, please hook up the camera with the anti-drop chain of the
pendant or mounting accessory when installing the camera. For more
information about mounting accessories, please contact Sales.
Camera's Connectors
No. Connector
1 Power Connector (DC12V)
2 RJ-45 Port*
3 Power Connector (AC24V)
4 Reset Button
5 Audio/Alarm I/O & RS-485 Connector** Audio/Alarm I/O & RS-485 connection
6 BNC
7 Memory Card Slot
* Please contact Sales for compatible PoE injector.
** Do NOT connect external power supply to the alarm I/O connector of the camera.
NOTE: It is not recommended to record with the memory card for 24/7 continuously, as it may not be able to
support long term continuous data read/write. Please contact the manufacturer of the memory card for
information regarding the reliability and the life expectancy.
Outdoor Speed Dome Camera Quick Installation Guide
Memory Card Slot
Definition
DC12V power connection
For network and UPoE connections
AC24V power connection
Press the button with a proper tool for at least 20 seconds to
restore the system.
For analog video output
Insert the memory card into the card slot to store videos and
snapshots. Do not remove the memory card when the camera is
powered on.
Power Connection
To power up the camera, connect the DC12V or AC24V power adaptor to the power connector of the camera and the
power outlet. Refer to the diagram and pin definition below for AC24V power connection.
DC 12V Power Connection
Pin Definition Power Adapter Wire
+ Positive White cable
- Negative Black Cable
Note: This mapping is applicable to the bundled power
adapter only. If using other power adapters, check the
unit documentation first.
Alternatively, users can use an Ethernet cable and connect it to the RJ-45 port of the camera and a UPoE 60W
switch.
Zero Downtime Power Switching (ZDT)
When users connect DC12V power jack and the RJ-45 port at the same time, the power input comes from the DC12V
connector. If the DC12V power source fails, the camera will switch power input seamlessly to the RJ-45 port until the
DC12V power source is restored.
Ethernet Cable Connection
Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 connector of the camera, and plug the other end of the cable to
the network switch or PC.
NOTE: In some cases, Ethernet crossover cable might be needed when connecting the camera directly to the
PC.
NOTE: Check the status of the link indicator and activity indicator LEDs. If the LEDs are unlit, please check
the LAN connection.
Green Link Light indicates good network connection.
Orange Activity Light flashes for network activity indication.
NOTE: The ITE is to be connected only to PoE networks without routing to the outside plant or equivalent
description.
Audio/AIarm I/O & RS-485 Connection
Please refer to the diagram and pin definition tables below for audio/alarm I/O & RS-485 connection.
Pin Definition Pin Definition
1 Audio Out 5 Alarm Out B1
2 GND (Audio I/O) 6 Alarm Out B2
3 Alarm Out A1 7 RS-485 D+
4 Alarm Out A2 8 RS-485 D-
AC 24V Power Connection
Pin Definition
1 AC24V L
2 GND
3 AC24V N
Pin Definition Pin Definition
9 Alarm In 4 13 GND (Alarm I/O and RS-485)
10 Alarm In 3 14 Audio In
11 Alarm In 2
12 Alarm In 1