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ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM Warning 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-5X/12X-4KCAM Attention NOTE: This equipment has been tested and was 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.
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ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM This manual introduces in detail the functions, installation and operation for this PTZ camera. Please read this manual carefully before installation and use. 1. Cautions 1.1 Avoid damage to product caused by heavy pressure, strong vibration or immersion during transportation, storage and installation.
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 1.2 Interfaces and Connection Figure 1.3 Wiring Diagram 1) After power on and self-warming, 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#. If the menu restored to factory defaults, the remote-control default address will restore to 1#.
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 1.3 Mounting Brackets Notes: Ceiling or wall mounting brackets can only be mounted on a concrete wall. For safety reason, plasterboard is not recommended. 1)Wall Mounting - 5 -...
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 2. Product Overview 2.1 Dimension Figure 2.2 Product Dimension 2.2 Accessory Please see below standard and optional accessories when unpacking the box. Standard Accessories Power adapter IR Remote Control RS232 Cable User Manual USB3.0 Cable Wall or Ceiling Mount Bracket...
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 2.3 RS-232 Interface 1)RS-232 Interface Definition Connection to PC or Camera Controller Camera WindowsDB- 1.DTR 1.DCD 2.DSR 2.RXD 3.TXD 3.TXD 4.GND 4.DTR 5.RXD 5.GND 6.GND 6.DSR 7.IR OUT 7.RTS 8.NC 8.CTS 9.RI 2)Mini-DIN8-pin Port Definition Port Definition Data Terminal Ready...
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ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM Request to Send Clear to Send Ring Indicator VISCA serial network as shown below Camera cascade connection Camera 1 Camera 2 1.DTR 1.DTR 2.DSR 2.DSR 3.TXD 3.TXD 4.GND 4.GND 5.RXD 5.RXD 6.GND 6.GND 7.IR OUT 7.OPEN 8. NC 8.OPEN...
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 2.4 Rotary DIP Switch Dial-up video format Dial-up video format 4KP60 1080P30 4KP50 1080P25 4KP30 720P60 4K25 720P50 video format to be set 1080P60 on the menu video format to be set 1080P50 on the menu video format to be set...
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM Quiet Pan / Tilt Movement: With high accuracy step driving motor, the camera pan and tilt is extremely quiet and smooth. Multiple presets: Up to 255 presets (10 presets via remote control). IR / Wireless Remote Control: Users can choose IR remote control or wireless remote control according ...
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ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM Input/Output Interface HDMI, USB3.0(Type B compatible with USB2.0, LAN (POE), A-IN, RS232-IN, Video Interfaces RS232-OUT, RS422(compatible with RS485, Rotary DIP switch, DC12V Power Supply, Power Switch Video LAN Interface: H.265, H.264 Compression USB 3.0 Interface: YUY2, MJPEG, H.264, H265, NV12...
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM Accessory Package Power Supply, RS232 Control Cable, USB3.0 Cable, IR Remote Control, User Manual Optional Ceiling / Wall Mount (Extra Cost) Accessories 3. Remote Control Remote control instructions: remote control is divided into two types: infrared remote control and wireless remote control.
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 3.2 Keys Introduction for IR Remote Control 1) In this manual, “press the key” means a click rather than a long-press, and a special note will be given if a long-press for more than one second is required.
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ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 5. Set and Clear Presets Set Preset: press 【SET PRESET】 button, and then press the number key 0-9 to set preset positions. Note: 10 presets via remote control. Call Preset: Press a number key 0-9 directly to call a preset position.
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 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 8) 【*】+【#】+Manual: Restore the default username,...
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ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 2) Menu Layout - 18...
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 4. Network Configuration 4.1 Network Connection Direct connection: Connect the camera and computer with standard network cable. Internet connection mode: Connect the camera to Internet by Router or Switch, user can log in to the device by the on-board web browser page.
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 4.2.1 Web Client 1)Web Client Login To Access the Web Client Interface, type the device’s IP address (default = 192.168.5.163) in the address field of your internet browser and press enter to access the Web Client login page as pictured below. You can log in as a standard or as an administrator.
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ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 3) Web login After installation of the plugin, enter user name and password and click and Sign-in (default user name and password: "admin/ admin") users can change the username and password on their own in the Web client management interface.
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 4.3 Streaming 1) Video Stream Capture Configurations -> Video Configure-> Video Encode For example: The default IP address of the camera is 192.168.5.163. The way to obtain the RTSP video stream is as below: rtsp://192.168.5.163:554/live/av0(av0 main stream) rtsp://192.168.5.163:554/live/av1(av1 sub stream)...
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ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM When pushing RTMP streams to public network servers or streaming clients, the streaming camera must have access and rights to connect to the internet, otherwise it will fail to connect to the required server. Host address: server address, which can be either a domain name or an IP address...
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ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 4.4 Firmware Update 1) Log in to the web page and manage camera settings as described above. 2) Click on Configuration tab and navigate to; Configurations -> System Configure-> Update 3) Click "browse" to select the “xxxxx.mrg” update file, then click the upgrade button to finish the firmware update.
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 5. Serial Port Communication and Control The camera can be controlled through RS232/ RS485 interface; the RS232C serial parameters are as follows: Baud rate: 2400/ 4800/ 9600/ 115200 bits / sec; Start bit: 1; data bits: 8; Stop bit: 1; Parity: None.
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM Max Speed y0 50 0w 0w 0w 0w wwww: Pan Position zzzz: Tilt Pan-tiltPosInq 8x 09 06 12 FF 0z 0z 0z 0z FF Position Note: [X] in the above table indicates the camera address to be operated,【y】=【x + 8】.
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ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM Right 0xA0 Address 0x00 0x02 Pan Speed Tilt Speed 0xAF Upleft 0xA0 Address 0x00 0x0C Pan Speed Tilt Speed 0xAF Upright 0xA0 Address 0x00 0x0A Pan Speed Tilt Speed 0xAF DownLeft 0xA0 Address 0x00 0x14 Pan Speed Tilt Speed...
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM Maintenance and Troubleshooting 6.1 Camera Maintenance 1) Please power off the camera and disconnect the power adapter and socket if the device is not used for a long period of time. 2) Use a soft cloth or lint free cloth to clean the camera outer housings.
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ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 5) Serial port not working a. Check whether the camera serial device protocol, baud rate and camera address is set correctly. b. Check whether the control cable is connected correctly. c. Check that the camera working mode is set to the normal operating mode.
ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 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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ALFATRON ALF-5X/12X-4KCAM 1.10.2 Replace this product with a direct replacement or with a similar product deemed by the Company to perform substantially the same function as the original product; or 1.10.3 Issue a refund of the original purchase price less depreciation to be determined based on the age of the product at the time remedy is sought under this limited warranty.
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