Connecting Cables - Avigilon 1.0-H3-DC1 Installation Manual

Connecting Cables

Refer to the diagrams in the Overview section for the location of the
different connectors.
To connect the cables required for proper operation, complete the
following:
1. If there are external input or output devices that need to be
connected to the camera (for example: door contacts,
relays, etc), connect the devices to the camera I/O
Terminals.
For more information, see Connecting to External Devices.
2. If an external microphone or external video monitor needs
to be connected to the camera, connect the devices to the
camera Audio/Video Connector.
For more information, see Connecting to Microphones and
Video Monitors.
3. Connect a network cable to the camera's Ethernet Port (RJ-
45 connector).
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4. Connect power using one of the following methods:
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5. Check that the Connection Status LED indicates the correct
state.
For more information, see LED Indicators.
Wrap the cable once around the interior base of the
dome housing before you make the connection.
This will ensure the cable connector is not over-
stressed and cause poor video performance.
The Link LED will turn on once a network link has
been established.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Class 3 — If PoE is
available, the camera LEDs will turn on.
External Power — Connect an external 12 VDC or 24
VAC power source to the power connector block.
For more information, see Connecting Power.
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