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ndoor Dome Camera PIXIM I DWC-D4365T ABOUT MANUAL Before installing and using the camera, please read this manual carefully. Be sure to keep it handy for future reference. 07062012...
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PRECAUTIONS Do not open or modify. Do not open the case except during maintenence and installation, for it may be dangerous and can cause damages. Do not put objects into the unit. Keep metal objects and flammable substances from entering the camera. It can cause fire, short-circuits, or other damages.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Features Parts and Descriptions Dimensions Installation Inside the Box Mount Installation Instructions Connecting to Monitors 10-11 Adjusting the Camera Lens Adjusting the 3-Axis Gimbal Module OSD Menu 14-25 Troubleshooting Warranty Information 27-28 Specifications 29-30...
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FEATURES* 1/3” PIXIM Nightwolf CMOS Sensor 690 Horizontal TV Lines 3.3~12mm Varifocal Auto Iris Lens TDN (True Day and Night/ TDN5) Powerful Wide Dynamic Range 3D DNR (3D Digital Noise Reduction) 8X Digital Zoom Ultra Low Light Sensitivity Smear Cancelation Low Power Consumption Star-Light (Super Low Light Technology) AGC/ BLC/ AWB...
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PART & DESCRIPTIONS* Lens Power Input Connctor 12VDC/24VAC Dual Voltage RS-485 Primary Video BNC-Output Connector Bubble Dome Cover Upper Case NO IR Camera Control Board Secondary Video-BNC Output Connector Mounting Screws...
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DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETERS (IN)* Surface Mount 108(4.25”) 40.5(1.59”) 96.8(3.81”) 56.3(4.25”) Top View 108(7.09”) (3.5”)
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INSIDE THE BOX* Included with Snapit Indoor Dome Camera User Manual Mounting Template 2 Machine Screws and 2 Dry Wall Anchors Secondary Video-BNC Cable...
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SURFACE MOUNT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS* Squeeze the sides of the Use the camera’s mounting Drill holes into the drywall and camera and separate the template or your camera to insert the drywall mounts into camera module from the mark the holes as required. the holes.
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WALL MOUNT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS* Check to see all parts are in Use the mount to mark the Secure the wall mount to the the box. pilot holes that are required. wall using the mounting Drill holes into the drywall and screws.
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CONNECTING TO MONITORS* Use the diagram below to connect to a Monitor or CRT Monitor properly. DC 12V / AC 24V CCTV Monitor NO IR Second Video Output 300.0mm(11.8”) Monitor Power Connection: 12VDC & 24VDC Dual Voltage (Auto Polarity Detection and Protection) All cameras are equipped with a second video output for on-site configuration.
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UTP SYSTEM* Passive to Passive Monitor Passive UTP UTP Cable (Max.300ft) DVR(Digital Video Recorder) Including the Passive UTP Passive to Active Monitor Active UTP UTP Cable (Max 3,000ft) DVR(Digital Video Recorder) Including the Passive UTP...
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ADJUSTING THE CAMERA LENS* Follow the instructions provided below to make any lens adjustments. ZOOM FOCUS Zoom: Tele Wide NO IR Focus: Near Loosen the Zoom & Focus Handles by rotating them counter-clockwise. Adjust the field of view by moving the handles to the RIGHT (Tele) to zoom in, or to the LEFT (Wide) to zoom out. Adjust the focus the same way as described above AFTER the desired zoom position is established.
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ADJUSTING THE 3-AXIS GIMBAL* The Gimbal mechanism yields maximum rotation and placement as shown below. NO IR NO IR Rotation 360 Panning 360 NO IR Tilting 90 Tilting 82...
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MODULE OSD MENU* EXPOSURE (EXP) COLOR (RGB) DAY NIGHT (D&N) FUNCTION (FUN) WB MODE D&N MODE MIRROR LENS AWC / ATW / PUSH LOCK / MANUAL AUTO / COLOR / BW OFF / MIRROR / V-FLIP / ROTATE MANUAL / DC COLOR GAIN BW BURST SHARPNESS...
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EXPOSURE (EXP) LENS Manual iris or Fixed board lens. MANUAL: FOCUST METER helps you to find the clear focus. When the dark line alligns with the gray bar, the camera will be adjusting the focus. When it’s set on the maximum, you get the clear image.
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EXPOSURE (EXP) AE PREFERENCE Auto Exposure Set AE PREFERENCE depending on the environment in which the camera is installed. Select from the following options: INDOOR / OUTDOOR Backlight compensation prevents subjects in defined areas from appearing too dark when backlighting is present. If BLC is enabled, adjust the SHADOW GAIN as desired.
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EXPOSURE (Wide Dynamic Range) Enables the camera to capture clear images in the same frame, even when there are both very bright and very dark areas in the same field.Select from the following options: LOW / NORMAL / MEDIUM(Factory Default) / HIGH/ CUSTOM WDR OFF WDR ON If CUSTOM is selected, adjust the Bias / Limit as you wish.
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EXPOSURE EXPOSURE (EXP) AGC (Auto Gain Control) Auto Gain Control automatically adjusts the video gain to enhance picture brightness in low light conditions.The higher number the better sensitivity. However, higher settings mean more digital noise in the image. Select one of the options. LOW / MEDIUM / HIGH(Factory Default) STARLIGHT Starlight mode automatically activates slow shutter function when the...
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EXPOSURE (EXP) METER ZONE Defines an area in the image where the AE and WB settings will be applied. This option is useful when a camera is installed in an environment such as an ATM. You can setup up to two (2) zones. 1.
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COLOR (RGB) WB MODE Select on of the options: AWC - Auto White Balance Control mode compensates for color temperature changes between 2000K and 18000K. ATW- Auto Tracking White Balance Control mode compensates for color temperature changes between 2500K and 9500K. It is recommended to set the low level to 2.5K, and the high tp 11K.
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DAY NIGHT (D&N) D&N MODE AUTO If AUTO is selected, the camera will automatically switch between color and B/W depending on the levels of light available. The camera will stay in color mode when there is enough light. The camera will switch to B&W at night or other low light environments.Please define the following settings: READ TIME (3~255): Time interval delay before switching from day mode...
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FUNCTION (FUN) MIRROR Flips the imge horizontally / vertically or both(rotate). OFF / MIRROR / V-FLIP / ROTATE SHARPNESS Sets the image’s sharpness. The higher the number, the sharper lines and details will appear -8~8 (-4 Default) in the image. However, the sharper the image, the more digital noise will be visible.
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MOTION (MOT) MOTION The camera can detect the movement and display an alarm on the screen when movement is detected. OFF / ON If Motion is enabled, you can setup the ACTIVITY THRESHOLD. This setups the camera’s sensitivity to movement. The higher the number the camera will be more sensitive to smaller movements.
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PRIVACY (PRI) PRIVACY MASK You can hide some parts of the screen for privacy purposes. A total of 6 privacy masks are available. To enable Privacy Zone Masking, Select ON. 1. Select a mask (1~6) and enable by selecting ON 2.
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SYNC (SYC) INT1 INT2 Select INTERNAL if camera uses DC power, or if L/L is not required. Please note this setup option is only for NTSC version. **Consult your installer for additional information and assistance with configuration.** INT1: SYNC to 59.94Hz INT2: SYNC to 60.01Hz In PAL, INT1 &...
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SET-UP (SET) PC CONTROL - CAMERA ID (1~255) You can assign ID number for the camera (1 by Default). - PROTOCOL (PELCO-D by Default) - BAUD RATE (2400 / 4800 / 9600 / 19200) Adjust data communication speed. Default is 9600. TITLE Select if you want to display the camera’s title on screen.
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SET-UP (SET) OMNI LENS** You can set OMNI LENS menus when you use Omni Focus Lens. When OMNI LENS is set ON , you can set the folloing sub-menus. - ALARM works with MOTION DETECT fuction. When motion is deteced, camera gives an alaram.
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EXIT (EXT) EXIT Exit the OSD without saving. SAVE & EXIT Exit the OSD after saving the current settings. FACTORY SET Go back to factory default.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Before sending your camera for repair, check the following or contact our technical specialist. FOR NO VIDEO Check the coaxial cable and make sure it is connected securely. Check the lens’ iris adjustment at the camera’s OSD menu. Check the power supply and make sure the camera has the proper voltage and current. FOR OUT-OF-FOCUS VIDEO Check the clear dome cover and the lens for dirt or fingerprints.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION* Digital Watchdog (referred to as “the Warrantor”) warrants the Digital Watchdog Camera against defects in materials or workmanship as follows: LABOR: For the initial five (5) years and one (1) year on IR LED from the original purchase date, if the camera is determined to be defective, the Warrantor will repair or replace the unit with a new or refurbished product at its option at no charge.
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This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state-to-state. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the following address: Digital Watchdog, Inc. ATTN: RMA Department 5436 W. Crenshaw Street...
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SPECIFICATIONS* VIDEO Image Sensor 1/3" PIXIM Nightwolf CMOS Sensor Total Pixels 768 (H) x 548 (V) Scanning System 525 Lines, 2 : 1 Interlace Frequency 15.734KHz (H), 59.95Hz (V) Synchronization Internal / Line Lock Horizontal Resolution 690 Effective Horizontal TV Lines Minimum Illumination F1.2 (30IRE): 0.22Lux [Color] F1.2 (30IRE): 0.01 Lux [B&W]...
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SPECIFICATIONS* OPERATIONAL White Balance Mode ATW/ PUSHLOKC / MANUAL / AWC/ NORMAL Day & Night AUTO / COLOR / B&W Mirror OFF / MIRROR / V-FLIP / ROTATE Sharpness -8 ~ 8 3D Digital Noise Reduction OFF/ LOW/ MEDIUM/ HIGH Digital Zoom x1 ~ x8 Privacy Zones...
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