Overview The P218Z HD Speed Dome Network Camera transmits digital video and audio data using wire connection. Live video can be monitored and recorded from window-based computer via network. The video encoder supports real-time H.264 Full HD resolution. Simultaneous Quad Codecs, H.264 Baseline / Main / High Profile, MJPEG, are available for various network applications via speeding or limited bandwidth.
Package Contents Please check the box contains the items listed here. If any item is missing or has defects, DO NOT install or operate the product and contact the dealer for assistance. Outdoor Dome Camera Package M3 Standard Screw (x1) M3 Security Screw (x1)* M5 Standard Screw (x1) M5 Security Screw (x1)*...
Switch / Connector Definition There are various connectors located on the camera’s back plate as shown in the figures below. Please refer to the diagrams and tables accompanied with for use of each switch / connector. RJ-45 Connector ALARM I/O Power Micro SD Card Slot Factory Reset Button...
Camera Cabling Please follow the instructions below to complete P218Z HD Speed Dome Network Camera connection. Connect Power Please refer to the illustrations below to connect power core through the supplied power adaptor. The camera can be powered by Power Over Ethernet Plus / PoE+ (802.3.at) or AC 24V.
Apply Alarm I/O The P218Z HD Speed Dome Network Camera supports 4 digital alarm inputs and 2 digital alarm outputs. Please make sure the alarm connections are properly wired before starting to configure alarm related settings on this “Application” page. Please refer to the pin definition table below for alarm system wiring.
System Requirements To perform the P218Z HD Speed Dome Network Camera via web browser, please ensure the PC is in good network connection, and meet system requirement as described below. Items Minimum Requirement ® ® ® 1. Intel Pentium IV, 3 GHz or higher, Intel...
Access Camera For initial access to the P218Z HD Speed Dome Network Camera, users can search the camera through the installer program: DeviceSearch.exe, which can be found in “Device Search” folder in the supplied CD. Device Search Software Setup Step 1: Double click on the program Device Search.exe. After its window will appear, click on the <Device Search>...
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<Apply> button down the page. Step 3: Click on <OK> on the Note of setting change. Wait for one minute to re-search the P218Z HD Speed Dome Network Camera. Step 4: Click on the <Device Search> button to re-search all the devices. Then select the Network Speed Dome Camera with the correct MAC address.
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Installing Optica Viewer Software Online For the initial access to the P218Z HD Speed Dome Network Camera, a client program, Optica Viewer, will be automatically installed to the PC when connecting to the Network Speed Dome Camera. If the Web browser doesn’t allow Optica Viewer installation, please check the...
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Once login to the P218Z HD Speed Dome Network Camera, users will see the Home page as shown below: NOTE: Refer to Full HD PTZ IP Camera Menu Tree for further button / function details.
Setup Video Resolution Users can setup Video Resolution on Video Format page of the user-friendly browser-based configuration interface. Video Format can be found under this path: Streaming> Video Format. The default value of Video Resolution is H.264- 1920 x 1080 (30 fps) + H.264 720 x 480 (30 fps) For more Video Resolution combination detail, please refer to Appendix D:...
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Items P218Z Model Camera Image Sensor 1/2.8" Sony Progressive CMOS Optical Zoom Digital Zoom 1 ~ 10x variable Minimum illumination 0.05 (Color), 0.01 lux (B / W) @ F1.6 Focal Length 4.7 ~ 84.6 mm Focus Mode...
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General Environment Indoor / Outdoor Operating Temperature - 40°C ~ 50°C (- 40°F ~ 122°F) ∅ 191.97 × 282.11 mm (∅ 7.55 × 11.1 in.) Dimension Weight 2.3 kg (5.11 lb) (not including Pendant Arm) Power Source PoE+ (w/o Heater) / AC 24V ± 10% (@ 3A) Power Consumption 20 W (50 W with Heater) Regulatory...
Appendix B: Delete the Existing Optica Viewer For users who have installed the Optica Viewer in the PC previously, please first remove the existing Optica Viewer from the PC before accessing to the P218Z HD Speed Dome Network Camera. Deleting the Optica Viewer Activate <Control Panel>, and then double click on <Add or Remove Programs>.
Appendix C: Setup Internet Security If ActiveX control installation is blocked, please either set Internet security level to default or change ActiveX controls and plug-ins settings. Internet Security Level: Default Step 1: Start the Internet Explorer (IE). Step 2: Click on the <Tools> tab on the menu bar and select <Internet Options>. Step 3: Click on the <Security>...