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Speed Dome Camera Hardware Manual Z954 2023/12/14...
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How to Connect Audio Input / Output Device (optional) ..... 22 Reset the Camera Access the Camera Configure the IP Addresses ............24 Using DHCP Server to Assign IP Addresses ........ 24 Using the Default Camera IP Address .......... 25 www.acti.com...
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Hardware Manual Access the Camera ..............27 www.acti.com...
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Every reasonable care has been taken during the writing of this manual. Please inform your local office if you find any inaccuracies or omissions. ACTi will not be held responsible for any typographical or technical errors and reserves the right to make changes to the product and manuals without prior notice.
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Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and must be disposed of in a responsible manner. Battery Directive-2013/56/EC Battery in the product complies with the European Battery Directive 2013/56/EC. For proper recycling, return the battery to your supplier or to a designated collection point. www.acti.com...
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After mounting is finished, remove the film before the device is powered on. • Contact professionals for maintenance information. Do not attempt to dismantle the device by yourself. We shall not assume any responsibility for problems caused by unauthorized repair or maintenance. www.acti.com...
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• Check logs: Check your device logs regularly to detect unauthorized access or abnormal operations. • Physical protection: Keep the device in a locked room or cabinet to prevent unauthorized physical access. www.acti.com...
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Use the recommended cord set (power cord) in accordance with the specified ratings. • Only use the power adapter supplied with your device. • Use a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing (grounding) connection. • Ground your device properly if the device is intended to be grounded. www.acti.com...
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Never look at the transmit laser while the power is on. Never look directly at the fiber ports and the fiber cable ends when they are powered on. • Use of controls or adjustments to the performance or procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser emissions. www.acti.com...
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Hardware Manual Introduction List of Models This hardware manual contains the following models: 8MP Outdoor Speed Dome with D/N, Adaptive IR, Superior Z954 WDR, SLLS, 25x Zoom Lens www.acti.com...
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Contact your local dealer if the package is damaged or incomplete. The attachments may vary with models, please see the actual model for details. • Camera • Power Adapter and Cord • Bracket Adapter Ring • Cable Gland • Hex Screwdriver • Quick Installation Guide • Warranty Card www.acti.com...
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Audio Input / Connects to audio input / output devices, such as a microphone Output with built-in amplifier or speaker, etc. See How to Connect Audio Input / Output Device (optional) on page 22. www.acti.com...
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• Please disconnect the power before mounting the camera. • The camera does not provide power for external devices. Make sure to use external power source to power up external devices such as alarm input/output, audio, etc. www.acti.com...
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The cable connector needs to be crimped in position. When the cable connector is in position, ensure that the metal pieces of the cable connector are parallel to each other and the clamp of the cable connector is intact. www.acti.com...
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4. Properly mount the waterproof ring in position. Mount on the Wall 1. Mark the positions of the holes by referring to the mount points of the bracket and lead the cable through the hole on the wall. Then drill holes and knock the expansion bolts. www.acti.com...
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3. Attach the safety wire to the bracket and the dome. And lead the tail cable through the bracket. 4. Attach the camera to the bracket adapter. Slide camera holders into inner track and turn camera till it is blocked by bracket adapter screw. www.acti.com...
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For waterproofing, apply sealant between the camera and the bracket, wall veneer slits, and leading-out holes of the wall. • The above installation describes concealed installation. To implement open installation, directly lead the cable out from the cable slot on the bracket. www.acti.com...
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Connection part Insulation tape 2. Waterproof the cables with self-adhesive waterproof tape. Wrap the waterproof tape tightly and make sure the tape is fully stretched during the process. Tighten the tape at both ends to prevent water leakage. www.acti.com...
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Use self-adhesive waterproof tapes that will stick together with the twisted cables. • Tighten waterproof tapes when wrapping the cables and make sure the cable connections are fully covered. • You are recommended to put the waterproof cables in a waterproof junction box (purchased separately). www.acti.com...
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Digital Output (DO) or alarm OUT (ALM OUT) devices are external devices that are activated by the camera upon an event inside the camera. For example, you can connect an ”alarm horn” to sound when an event occur. Other common DO devices applications are motion- triggered lights, electric fence, magnetic door locks, etc. www.acti.com...
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(Alarm OUT) Voltages accepted 30V DC / 1A The camera does not provide power for DO devices, make sure to use external power source to power them up. Note the maximum voltage and current allowed on the table above. www.acti.com...
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LINE-IN microphones with the camera. NOTE: For more information about AUDIO in connections, please refer to the Knowledge Base article How to Use Audio-In of ACTi Cameras, downloadable from the link below (https://Download.acti.com?id=534). Ensure to protect the cable connection against water or other environmental factors, by using a waterproof tape.
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Hardware Manual Reset the Camera Remove the back cover first. Press and hold the Reset button for about 15 seconds to restore the factory default settings. The Reset button only works within ten minutes after the camera is powered on. www.acti.com...
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The IP Utility can be downloaded for free from http://www.acti.com/IP_Utility With just one click, you can launch the IP Utility and there will be an instant report as follows: You can quickly see the camera model in the list. Double-click on the IP address to automatically launch the default browser of the PC with the IP address of the target camera filled in the address bar of the browser already.
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PC has to be configured to match the network segment of the camera. Manually adjust the IP address of the PC: In the following example, based on Windows 7, we will configure the IP address to 192.168.0.99 and set Subnet Mask to 255.255.255.0 by using the steps below: www.acti.com...
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In such case, please plug in only one camera at a time, and change its IP address by using the Web browser before plugging in the next one. This way, the Web browser will not be confused about two devices having the same IP address at the same time. www.acti.com...
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HTTP port of the camera is 80, which can be omitted from the address for convenience. Before logging in, you need to setup the root Account and Password of the camera. Then use this newly setup Account and Password to login to the Web Configurator. www.acti.com...
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