ARH PARKIT Series Install Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For versions from 3.1 Document version: 2016.07.28 Table of Contents Compliances ......................................... 3 1. Hardware Overview ..................................... 5 2. Installing the Bracket ..................................7 2.1 Mounting ......................................8 3. Setting up the Camera ..................................9 3.1 Power / Trigger/ Serial Connection ............................ 9 3.2 Ethernet Connection ................................
  • Page 3: Compliances

    Compliances CE Certificates: The ARH ParkIT ANPR digital camera family complies with the European CE requirements specified in the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC. The ANPR cameras conform to the following Product Specifications: Emission: EN 55022, EN 55024 Immunity: EN 61000-4-2, -3, -4, -5, -6, -8, -11...
  • Page 4 Declaration of RoHS Compliance for Electrical and Electronic Products: ARH Inc. ("the Company") hereby declares that the ParkIT ANPR camera family placed on the European Community market by the Company after 8 June 2011 are compliant with EC Directive 2011/65/EU on the Restrict of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (commonly known as the EU RoHS Directive.)
  • Page 5: Hardware Overview

    1. Hardware Overview Sunshield Wall bracket Camera with bracket Camera optics Infrared LEDs Infrared LEDs Green status LED Red status LED Head Cover Foot Light sensor Camera front Bracket ParkIT Install Guide Page 5/18...
  • Page 6 Bracket Details and Sizes ParkIT Install Guide Page 6/18...
  • Page 7: Installing The Bracket

    2. Installing the Bracket The bracket can be adjusted at two different points: 1. Adjusting the ball joint (A). The bracket allows the ball joint to be rotated in a 35-degree spatial angle in any direction. 2. Adjusting the foot (B). If the necessary extent of rotation exceeds 35 degrees, then the foot of the bracket can be rotated by 180 degrees extending the 35 degree spatial angle by an additional 20 degrees as seen on the figure.
  • Page 8: Mounting

    Steps of rotating the foot 1. Remove the four screws located at the back of the foot. (Use a size 4 Allen key). 2. Rotate the foot by 180 degrees. 3. Place the screws back into the holes and screw them back on. Do not overtighten the screws.
  • Page 9: Setting Up The Camera

    3. Setting up the Camera Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice. The camera is equipped with two cables. The first cable is responsible for the power, trigger and serial connections while the second cable is used for communication via TCP/IP. The lengths of the pre-assembled cables are 1.5 meters and they can be extended (if necessary) according to the following: ...
  • Page 10: Ethernet Connection

    POWER SPECIFICATIONS: ParkIT WideVGA ParkIT 1.3MP DC Input isolated 12V nominal (11V..15V), reverse polarity protected Power consumption (max) Input Current 1.0A 1.1A (max. 2.5A transients occur for (max. 2.5A transients occur for a few msecs) a few msecs) Over-current Protection by fuse TRIGGER SPECIFICATIONS: Logic output: Open Collector (max.
  • Page 11: Software Requirements

    4. Software Requirements The ParkIT camera is developed to operate without any kind of special software. Software requirements For network setup, administrator (root) privileges are necessary.  Web browser: Mozilla Firefox 4, Internet Explorer 8, Google Chrome version 14.X.X.X or ...
  • Page 12: Accessing The Camera

    5. Accessing the Camera Steps of accessing the web interface of the camera from a browser: 1. Connect the camera to a computer or network switch, then power on the camera. After it is turned on, both status LEDs (red and green on the front of the camera) will turn on while the camera is booting.
  • Page 13: Recommended Camera Position

    6. Recommended Camera Position A good ANPR engine can read the plates from images taken in various conditions. However, if you want to achieve recognition rates of over 95% with short recognition times, you have to calculate the position of the camera accurately. The best position is if the angle between the camera axis and the direction of the vehicle movement is minimal.
  • Page 14 A properly set camera should provide a similar image: A proper sample image Proper character sizes (in pixels) on the sample image ParkIT Install Guide Page 14/18...
  • Page 15: Maintenance / Storage

    7. Maintenance / Storage The cameras are designed to operate 24/7/365 under all weather conditions without the need for special maintenance. Please keep the front of the camera clean. During the cleaning process make sure that you do not scratch the front cover. Never use the camera without its sunshield as it was specially designed to protect the device against environmental effects such as heat, moisture or contamination.
  • Page 16: Appendix

    Appendix Adding an Alternate IP Address Windows 7 / Windows 8 1. Click Start and select Control Panel. Select either the Small icons or Large icons option from the View by drop-down menu which is found on the upper right hand side of the window.
  • Page 17 Position of the sticker The sticker indicating the Name, IP address, MAC address and the Serial Number of the camera, can be found on the bottom of the device. The device is equipped with an 850nm InfraRed illumination unit. The human eye will not or slightly see this light coming from the LED’s.
  • Page 18: Contact Information

    Web: www.adaptiverecognition.com ARH Technical Support System (ATSS) is designed to provide you the fastest and most proficient assistance, so you can quickly get back to business. Information regarding hardware, software, manuals and FAQ are easily accessible for customers who previously registered to enter the dedicated ATSS site. Besides offering assistance, the site is also designed to provide maximum protection while managing your business information and technical solutions utilized.

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