Connecting A Ptz Camera (M4400 Series); Controlling A Ptz Camera (Local Dvr) - FLIR M44168 Instruction Manual

22 Connecting a PTZ Camera
(M4400 Series)
You can connect PTZ cameras (not included) to the system. You can use FLIR MPX or
analog PTZ cameras with the system. FLIR MPX PTZ cameras can accept PTZ com-
mands directly through the video cable. FLIR MPX PTZ cameras do not require wiring for
RS485.
To connect a PTZ camera to the system:
1. Connect the camera video cable to one of the Video IN ports on the system. If you
have an MPX PTZ camera, it will automatically be detected and can be controlled by
the DVR.
If you have an analog PTZ camera, follow the steps below to set up the camera:
2. You can connect the RS485 wires for analog PTZ cameras to the AB ports on the rear
panel of the DVR. A is positive (+) and B is negative (-).
3. Right-click and click Main Menu. Enter the system user name (default: admin) and
password (default: 000000) if prompted.
4. Click >Setting>Pan/Tilt/Zoom.
5. Under Channel, select the channel your PTZ camera is connected to.
6. Under Control Mode, select Serial. Configure the following settings for your PTZ
camera.
NOTE
See the instruction manual for your PTZ camera for details on how to find the information below.
• Protocol: Select the camera's PTZ protocol (for example, Pelco P).
• Address: Enter your PTZ camera's address.
• Baud Rate: Enter the baud rate for your PTZ camera.
• Data Bits: Enter your PTZ camera's data bit setting.
• Stop Bit: Enter your PTZ camera's stop bit setting.
• Parity: Enter your PTZ camera's parity setting.
7. Click OK. You can now control your PTZ camera using the system.

22.1 Controlling a PTZ Camera (Local DVR)

1. In Live View, double-click the channel that has the PTZ camera connected to open in
full-screen.
2. Right-click and click Pan/Tilt/Zoom. Enter the system user name and password if
prompted. The PTZ menu opens.
3. Use the on-screen PTZ controls to control the camera.
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