Installation Guide Table of Contents Introduction ................ 3 Installation Procedures of KCM-3911 ....... 4 Step 1: Unpack the Camera ..............4 Step 2: Prepare Other Device Connectors (Optional) ......4 Step 3: Install the Base Plate ..............5 Step 4: Attach the Camera to the Base Plate .......... 6 Step 5: Connect the Cables ..............
Bundled surface mounting accessories and connectors vary depending on model. Refer to the installation procedures of your camera model as below: Camera Model Description Required Accessories KCM-3911 The KCM-3911 comes with a bundled Bundled Mounting Plate mounting plate for installing the camera on the surface. See Installation Procedures of KCM-3911 on page 4.
Installation Guide Installation Procedures of KCM-3911 Step 1: Unpack the Camera 1. Slightly twist the cover ring counter-clockwise and pull to detach it. 2. Remove the sticker label. 3. Set the camera aside for later installation. Step 2: Prepare Other Device Connectors (Optional) The camera supports external power supply with a DC12V power adapter and digital input / output devices useful for event triggers, and audio input / output devices.
1. After considering the orientation direction, drill the three (3) holes on the surface using the drill template or the base plate itself as the template. If the cables will pass through the surface, drill also the cable hole at this point. Screw hole www.acti.com...
2. Secure the base plate to the surface using the supplied screws. Step 4: Attach the Camera to the Base Plate 1. Align the screw holes of the camera to the base plate. 2. Secure the camera to the base plate using the supplied screws. www.acti.com...
2. Attach the cover ring, take note that the arrow on the camera should be aligned with the arrow on the cover ring. NOTE: The cables must be slightly bent underneath the cover ring. 3. Twist the ring counter-clockwise to secure the ring to the camera. www.acti.com...
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GREEN jack of the bundled audio cable. Audio Input Jack Audio Device Audio Output Jack Note: Make sure that the connected audio input device has a built-in amplifier. Connecting an ordinary microphone will dwarf sounds and will result in inaudible recording. www.acti.com...
Ethernet Cable (Data) PoE Injector / Power Cable Switch Ethernet Cable AC Power (Data + Power) Source Camera Step 7: Access the Camera Live View Refer to the camera Hardware Manual downloadable from the website (www.acti.com) for more information. www.acti.com...
Connectors Side 2. If the cables will pass through the surface, drill also the cable hole at this point and pull the cables through the hole on the surface. 3. Remove the drill template sticker from the surface. www.acti.com...
2. If the cables will be routed along the surface, remove the cable tab from the cover ring. If the cables will pass through the surface, skip this step. 3. Install a memory card into the memory card slot of the camera, as needed. www.acti.com...
Refer to the following sections for detailed information: How to Connect a Power Adapter (Optional) on page 16 How to Connect DI/DO Devices (Optional) on page 18 Step 4: Install the Camera Install the camera using the three (3) supplied screws. www.acti.com...
PC and a power source. See Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) connection example below. Network Ethernet Cable Ethernet Cable (Data) PoE Injector / Power Cable Switch Ethernet Cable AC Power (Data + Power) Source Camera www.acti.com...
1. Attach the cover ring, take note that the arrow on the camera should be aligned with the arrow on the cover ring. NOTE: If the cable(s) will be routed along the surface, route the cable(s) through the cable gap of the cover ring. 2. Twist the ring counter-clockwise to secure the ring to the camera. www.acti.com...
Installation Guide 3. Remove the thin film protecting the lens. Step 7: Access the Camera Live View Refer to the camera Hardware Manual downloadable from the website (www.acti.com) for more information. www.acti.com...
1. Loosen the screws of the 12V and GND pins of the power terminal block. 2. Take note that a standard power adapter cable has two (2) different wires: Connects to GND Pin White stripe: Connects to 12V Pin www.acti.com...
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4. Tighten the screws of the 12V pin and the GND pins to secure the wire connection. 5. Set the prepared power adapter for connection later. Below is an example of a power adapter with an attached terminal block. NOTE: The power adapter is not bundled in the package. www.acti.com...
DO device applications are motion-triggered lights, electric fence, magnetic door locks, etc. KCM-3911 DI/DO Connector You can connect up to two DI and two DO devices to your camera. Press and hold the orange tab as you insert the wire through the pin slot, then release the orange tab to secure the wire.
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In this case, wire connection to Pins 1 to 4. Use the GND and DI1 pins to connect a DI device and use the 12V and DO1 pins to connect a DO device. See wiring scheme below: Consequently, to connect a second DI or DO device, wire the connection to Pins 5 to 8. www.acti.com...
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The illustration below is a graphic example of connecting a relay to a high voltage DO device. 110V-220V AC External Power Source Relay (DO1 Device) Camera Illuminator NOTE: For more information on DI/DO connections, please refer to the Knowledge Base article All about Digital Input and Digital Output downloadable from the link below (http://www.acti.com/kb/detail.asp?KB_ID=KB20091230001). www.acti.com...
TTL - compatible logic levels To trigger (low) Logic level 0: 0V ~ 0.4V Voltage Normal (high) Logic level 1: 3.1V ~ 30V Current 10mA ~ 100mA Connection design Transistor (Open Collector) Voltage & Current < 24V DC, < 100mA www.acti.com...
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Even though the camera provides 12V power, this may not be enough for some high voltage DO devices, such as a ceiling light or a motor that opens or closes a gate. In this case, there is a need to connect an external relay. See wiring scheme below: www.acti.com...
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110V-220V AC External Power Source Relay (DO1 Device) Camera Illuminator NOTE: For more information on DI/DO connections, please refer to the article All about Digital Input and Digital Output (http://www.acti.com/kb/detail.asp?KB_ID=KB20091230001) in the Knowledge Base section of our website (www.acti.com). www.acti.com...
Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. Do not use accessories not recommended by the manufacturer Only install this device in a dry place protected from weather Servicing Do not attempt to service this video product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. www.acti.com...
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Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine if the video product is in proper operating condition. www.acti.com...