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ALFATRON ELECTRONICS GmbH GERMANY ALF-12X-SDIC ALF-20X-SDIC ALF-30X-SDIC Full HD PTZ Camera User Manual...
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Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC • Attention Improper operations may damage the product structure and result in mechanical failure. Please note the following tips: Do not move the camera by grabbing the head. Move the camera by holding the bottom with one or both hands.
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Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC This manual introduces functions, installations, and operations for this PTZ camera in detail. Please read this manual carefully before installation and use. 1. Cautions 1.1 Avoid damage to the product caused by heavy pressure, strong vibration, or immersion during transportation, storage, and installation.
Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC 1. Camera Installation 1.1 Camera Introduction Figure 1.1 Interface of the SDIC models (All models) 1. Camera Lens 2. Camera Base 3. Remote Control Receiving Indicator 4. Infrared Receiver 5. Tripod Screw Hole 6. Screw Hole for Tripod 7.
Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC 1.2 General Operation at Boot up 1) After powering on and self-checking, the camera will automatically return to the preset 0 position if it’s pre-set. 2) The default address for the IR remote control is 1#.
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Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC...
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Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC 2) Ceiling Mounting...
Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC 2.2 Accessory Please check below standard and optional accessories when unpacking the box. Standard Accessory Optional Accessory Power adapter Wireless Remote Control IR Remote Control Ceiling Mount RS232 Cable Wall Mount User Manual USB3.0 Cable 2.3 RS-232 Interface...
Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC 3). RS232 (DB9) Port Definition Definition Port Data Carrier Detect Receive Data Transmit Data Data Terminal Ready System Ground Data Set Ready Request to Send Clear to Send Ring Indicator 4). VISCA networking as shown below:...
Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC Note: 1. Please remember to reboot the camera to take effect when video format is switched. 2. If switched to F, please power off and reboot for setting to take effect. 2.5 Main Features This series camera has exceptional functionality, superior performance and rich video output interfaces. Featuring advanced ISP processing algorithms, offering vivid and high resolution video with a strong sense of depth and fantastic color rendition.
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Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC Minimum 0.5Lux (F1.8, AGC ON) Illumination 2D & 3D DNR White Balance Auto/Manual/One Push/Specify color temperature (range: 2400k-7100k) Focus/Aperture/ Auto/Manual/One Push Focus Electronic Shutter Iris Auto/Manual Shutter Auto/Manual ON/OFF OFF/ Dynamic level adjustment Video Adjustment Brightness, Color, Saturation, Contrast, Sharpness, B/W mode, Gamma curve >50dB...
Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC Storage Humidity 20%~95% Working Temperature -10℃~+50℃ Working Humidity 20%~80% Dimension 181mmX115mmX149mm Weight 1.15KG Accessory Package Power Supply, RS232 Control Cable, USB3.0 cable(U3 model), IR Remote Control, User Manual Optional Accessories Ceiling / Wall Mount (Extra Cost) 3.
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Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC position is set, the camera will return to preset 0 position). 2. Camera Selection Select the camera address to control. 3. Focus Control Auto: Auto focus mode Manual: Manual focus mode Focus + (near): Press【FOCUS +】key (Valid only in manual focus mode) Focus - (far): Press【FOCUS -】key (Valid only in...
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Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC 6. Pan/Tilt Control Up: press Down: press Left: press Right: press Back to middle position: press“【HOME】” Press and hold the up/down/left/right key, the pan/tilt movements will keep running, from slow to fast, until it runs to the endpoint. The action will stop as soon as the key is released.
Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC 9. Key Combination 1) 【#】+【#】+【#】: Clear all presets 2) 【*】+【#】+【6】: Restore factory defaults 3) 【*】+【#】+【3】: Menu set to Chinese 4) 【*】+【#】+【4】: Menu set to English 5) 【*】+【#】+【9】: Flip switch 6) 【*】+【#】+ Auto: Enter aging mode 7) 【#】+【*】+ Auto: Exit aging mode...
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Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC 2). Menu Tree...
Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC 4. Network Configuration 4.1 Network Connection Direct connection: Connect the camera and computer via a network cable. Internet connection mode: Connect the camera to the Internet via Router or Switcher. User can login to the device via the browser web page.
Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC 4.2 Web Interface Login 1) Web Page Login Input the default IP address 192.168.5.163 in the browser and click the Enter button to enter into Web Client login page. User can login as administrator and normal user. If logging in as administrator (Default User name/Password: admin), users can preview, playback, and set configuration in the Web Client;...
Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC 4.3 Streaming 1). Video Stream Capture Configurations -> Video Configure-> Video Encode Configure the parameters according to the network environment. Note: stream name live/av0 (live/ XXX) For example: The default IP address of the camera is 192.168.5.163. The way to obtain the RTSP video stream is as per below: rtsp://192.168.5.163:554/live/av0(av0 main stream)...
Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC 2). Push Video Stream Configurations -> Video Configure-> Stream Publish Push RTMP stream to public network server, the stream camera must be on the public network, or else it will fail to connect to the server.
Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC 3). Click "browse" to select .mrg update file, then click on the upgrade button to finish software upgrading. 4). Camera will reboot after completion of firmware update. It prompts with "successful upgrade". Log in to check the firmware version to make sure software upgrade successful.
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Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC Command Function Command packet Note One Push mode 8x 01 04 38 04 FF 8x 01 04 47 0p 0q 0r 0s pqrs: Zoom Position CAM _Zoom Focus Direct 0t 0u 0v 0w FF tuvw: Focus Position...
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Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC Command Function Command packet Note Direct 8x 01 04 4E 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: ExpComp Position 8x 01 04 33 02 FF Back Light CAM_Back Light Compensation 8x 01 04 33 03 FF...
Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC 6. Maintenance and Troubleshooting 6.1 Maintenance 1) Please power off the camera and disconnect the power adapter and socket if it’s not used for n extended period of time. 2) Use a soft cloth to clean the camera cover.
Alfatron ALF-12X-SDIC, ALF-20X-SDIC and ALF-30X-SDIC 7. Warranty 1.1 This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product. 1.2 Should warranty service be required, proof of purchase must be presented to the Company. The serial number on the product must be clearly visible and not have been tampered with in any way whatsoever.
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