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CC5MPX
Digital Network Camera
Sept
2014
Copyright © 2011
Campbell Scientific (Canada)Corp.

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  • Page 1 CC5MPX Digital Network Camera Sept 2014 Copyright © 2011 Campbell Scientific (Canada)Corp.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents PDF viewers: These page numbers refer to the printed version of this document. Use the PDF reader bookmarks tab for links to specific sections. 1. Introduction ..............1 2. Specifications ............. 2 3. Getting Started ............3 Factory Setup ..................
  • Page 5 Table of Contents 7.4.3 Site Name ................... 30 7.4.4 Users and Security..............31 7.4.5 Digital I/O Settings ..............32 7.4.5.1 External Trigger Input Settings ........32 7.4.5.2 Light Power Control Settings .......... 32 7.4.5.3 Communication Power Control ........33 7.4.5.4 Heater Power Control ............
  • Page 6 13. Image Quality ............74 13.1 Night Time Images................74 14. Lens ................74 14.1 Camera Lens and Field of View ............76 14.2 Focus and Zoom Adjustment ............. 76 14.2.1 Using the Focusing Number ............77 14.3 Temperature Variations and Focus ............ 78 14.4 Lens IR Cut Filter ................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Appendix A. CC5MPX Series Cameras and Accessories ............A-1 CC5MPXWD .................. A-1 CC5MPX with Zoom Lens .............. A-1 CC5MPXFE ..................A-1 Window Defroster ................A-1 Power & I/O Cable ................A-1 Environmental Ethernet Cable ............A-2 L18549 Mounting Kit ..............A-3 C2469 DB9 FEMALE To Terminal Block Adaptor .......
  • Page 8 Figure 7-24 Example of Multiple Page Viewing ........... 39 Figure 7-25 Video Settings Page ..............39 Figure 7-26 Video Banner Inside Top with Timestamp and Text ....40 Figure 7-27 Image Capture Page ..............42 Figure 7-28 Power Modes................43 Figure 7-29 Self-Timed Capture Page ............
  • Page 9 Table of Contents Tables Table 3-1 CC5MPX Default Configuration ............ 3 Table 4-1 Power & I/O Cable Color Connections ........10 Table 4-2 Power & I/O Cable Wire Usage ........... 11 Table 5-1 Setup Button LED Indicator ............15 Table 7-1 Network Settings ................23 Table 7-2 Ethernet Power Save Modes ............

  • Page 10: Introduction

    Communication options include Ethernet, RS-232, and RS-485. The CC5MPX is fully web-enabled with FTP and Email capabilities. Campbell Scientific’s PakBus protocol is supported by the CC5MPX for integration with Campbell Scientific dataloggers. When required, an optional lens defroster is available.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Specifications Power Supply Operating: 9-30 VDC 250 mA Maximum (Camera only) 9-16 VDC 1.0 A Max @ 12 VDC (Camera w/ Defroster Option)* Quiescent: 1 mA Maximum (Off power mode) Note *Warning: The CC5MPX is specified to operate on a 9-30 VDC supply input range.

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Communication Switched Power Output Maximum Output Current: 750 mA RS-232 and RS 485 Max. BAUD rate: 115.2 KBAUD Note The recommened maximum cable length at this BAUD rate is 15 meters. The use of the 57.6 KBAUD rate has a recommended maximum cable length of 30 meters.

  • Page 13: Installing Multimedia Player

    CC5MPX Digital Camera There are two different ways to set up the parameters in the CC5MPX. The Ethernet network interface can be used with a web browser of the RS-232 serial lines can be used with Campbell Scientifics’ Device Configuration utility. The use of RS-232 serial lines will require the use of the DB9 terminal block adapter in order to connect to a PC (Section 4, Table 4-1).

  • Page 14: Static Ip Address Setup

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 3.4.2 Static IP Address Setup If your computer is not set to use DHCP to obtain an IP address automatically, you will need to follow the procedure outlined in this section to access the camera’s webpage. It may be beneficial to speak with someone in your IT department if you are not familiar with configuring devices for operation on a network.

  • Page 15: Figure 3-2 Local Area Connection Properties

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Under Connections on the right-hand-side, click Local Area Connection, then select Properties. Figure 3-2 Local Area Connection Properties Click on Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), then select Properties. Figure 3-3 Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties...

  • Page 16: Figure 3-4 Ip Address Configuration

    CC5MPX Digital Camera You should record existing settings that are used on the computer to restore the connection once the CC5MPX setup is complete. In Figure 3-3, the computer is set to obtain the IP address automatically. Click Use the following IP address and enter to following values: IP address: 192.168.1.91 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 Default gateway: 192.168.1.1...

  • Page 17: Setup Using Device Configuration Utility

    Properties window. Setup Using Device Configuration Utility Campbell Scientific provides a free software program called Device Configuration Utility that supports the configuration of a variety of equipment. The CC5MPX can also be configured with the Device Configuration Utility. Please visit the Campbell Scientific website to ensure that you have the most recent version of this utility.

  • Page 18: Figure 3-6 Cc5Mpx Shown In Device Configuration Utility

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Once the appropriate selections are made, select the connect button. Figure 3-6 CC5MPX shown in Device Configuration Utility The camera has a large number of variable information so it may take about 30 secs for this process to be complete. Once the settings are loaded, clicking the tabs located near the top of the page will allow navigation to the various settings.

  • Page 19: Cables/Wiring

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Cables/Wiring Power & I/O Cable Connections The wiring for the Power & I/O Cable connector assemble is as shown in Table 4- 1. The wires can be terminated directly on the control ports of a compatible datalogger. Note It is essential that the Ground cable be connected first when wiring the camera to the datalogger or the power supply...

  • Page 20: Table 4-2 Power & I/O Cable Wire Usage

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Refer to Table 4-2 to help determine which wires will need to be connected for your camera application. Table 4-2 Power & I/O Cable Wire Usage Wire Function Connection Required When not Color Used Power Ground Black Always Input Power Always...

  • Page 21: Power & I/O Cable Details

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Power & I/O Cable Details The Power & I/O cable that is used for the CC5MPX camera has an outdoor environmentally rated screw type connector on one end and discrete wire pigtails on the other end that allow for flexible termination. When making the cable connection to the camera the notch positions should always be lined up and care should be taken to not cross the connector.

  • Page 22: Ethernet Cables

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Ethernet Cables The Ethernet connection is used to configure the camera settings as well as for targeting and focusing the camera. The Ethernet port of the CC5MPX is auto MDIX; therefore, an Ethernet crossover cable is not required when connecting the camera to other devices.

  • Page 23: Ethernet Rj45 Connection

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Ethernet RJ45 Connection The RJ45 connector on the camera is meant to interface the CC5MPX with either a network router, cellular modem, or directly to a laptop. If a permanent Ethernet connection is not required for an outdoor environment, then the protective cap must be securely attached to the Ethernet connector to provide an environmental seal.

  • Page 24: Status Led

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 5.3.1 Status LED The Status LED located in the center of the button provides some useful diagnostic information about the camera. Table 5-1 describes the LED behavior. Table 5-1 Setup Button LED Indicator CC5MPX State Other No power or the camera is in Pressing the Setup Button will one of the following Low force the camera to exit any of...

  • Page 25: Sd Memory Card

    CC5MPX Digital Camera SD Memory Card The camera is internally equipped to use an SD memory card. An extended temperature memory card is available as an option for the CC5MPX. If you choose to use your own memory card, it will need to be formatted with a PC using the FAT32 format.

  • Page 26: Accessing Sd Memory Card

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Motion Detection: http://192.168.1.90/mdc.jpg http://192.168.1.90/mdc.avi 5.4.2 Accessing SD Memory Card In order to access the SD memory card you will need to remove the plackplate of the CC5MPX. Before starting this process remove the CC5MPX from any power supply and disconnect any attached cabling.

  • Page 27: Switched Power Output

    The other means of setting up the camera is by using the RS-232 serial lines on the Power I/O cable and using Campbell Scientific’s Device Configuration software to change configuration parameters in the camera (Section 9). Device Configuration Utility is a free download from any Campbell Scientific website.

  • Page 28: Camera Operation Using Web Browser Interface

    CC5MPX Digital Camera A third method is available that involves opening up the camera to access the internal USB connector. Refer to Section 22 Internal USB Function for more details. Camera Operation using Web Browser Interface The web interface allows the user to: Fully configure the CC5MPX, as required.

  • Page 29: Live Video Homepage

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Some general items to remember about the web interface are: The homepage of the camera is the Live Video page. There are no operational settings to change on the Live Video page. If any settings are changes or added on any of the other pages, then the Submit button must be keyed to accept the changes.

  • Page 30: Real Time Streaming Protocol (Rtsp)

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Information features on the Live Video Homepage include: Motion Detection Indicator Turns from green to red when motion is detected This will indicate even if the motion capture is not enabled. External Trigger Status Reflects the state of the External Trigger signal on the Power I/O cable. System Status Indicates the SD card presence, absence or scanning.

  • Page 31: Network Configuration

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Network Configuration To access the main Network Configuration page, simply click the Network page tab. When you first enter the Network page, you will receive the following prompt as a warning (see Figure 7-3). If changes are made to the camera that affects the access to the web interface you will need to restart the browser with the new configuration.

  • Page 32: Network Settings

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 7.3.1 Network Settings The most common network settings are displayed first in the Network Sub Tab. These settings are summarized in Table 7-1. Table 7-1 Network Settings Configuration Description Default Value Settings DHCP Enables DHCP operation of the Disabled network interface.

  • Page 33: Figure 7-6 Ethernet Power Savings Settings

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Full Power Save This power mode should be used if the lowest power consumption is desired and incoming Ethernet communications are not required. Figure 7-6 Ethernet Power Savings Settings The specific behavior of the camera’s Ethernet power save is also influenced by the Power mode of the camera.
  • Page 34 CC5MPX Digital Camera * Disconnecting and connecting the camera to another Ethernet device will momentarily wake up the camera to allow it to process incoming communications. The camera will go into the low powered mode again if no communications occur. * The camera is effectively off in a low powered state.

  • Page 35: Ftp Image Collection From Memory Card

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 7.3.3 FTP Image Collection from Memory Card Clicking on the FTP Server Sub Tab will display the FTP Server settings (see Figure 7-7) Figure 7-7 FTP Server Settings These settings configure the CC5MPX to be able to act as a FTP client to send image files to an FTP server.

  • Page 36: Sntp (Time) Server Setting

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Account Name The Account Name is required only if Authentication is used. Password The Password is required only if Authentication is used. Sender The EMAIL address associated with the account is normally used here. The CC5MPX cannot receive emails. SMTP Server Enter the address of the SMTP server that is being used.

  • Page 37: System Configuration

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Canadian address for the SNTP time servers: ca.pool.ntp.org United States address for the SNTP time servers: us.pool.ntp.org Figure 7-9 SNTP Server Settings System Configuration Selecting the System tab activates the System Settings page (see Figure 7-10 System Settings). The main System Settings page has 8 Sub Tabs: Date and Time Automatic Date and Time Update Site Name...

  • Page 38: System Date And Time

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 7.4.1 System Date and Time The Date and Time submenu (see Figure 7-11) provides a means for viewing and setting the current Date and Time of the camera. Available options include: Setting the Time manually: Select the Set Manually button, and then select the date and time values from the drop down boxes.

  • Page 39: Site Name

    The Site Name subment (see Figure 7-13) allows a site name to be used for a webpage heading. By default, the Site Name is set to Campbell Scientific. This provides an easy way of confirming that the camera is connected to the web interface.

  • Page 40: Users And Security

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 7.4.4 Users and Security The Users/Security submenu (see Figure 7-15) allow for setting of security features in the CC5MPX. By default, cameras are shipped with the security authentication disabled. When the Authentication setting is set to Enable, users will be prompted for a User Name and Password before access is given.

  • Page 41: Digital I/O Settings

    CC5MPX Digital Camera If a user needs to be removed from the User List, this must be done by a user with Admin access. Remember that any deletion or changes will only be saved when the submit button is clicked. 7.4.5 Digital I/O Settings Note The ligt and communication power are multiplexed on the same wire...

  • Page 42: Communication Power Control

    The Update I/O submenu (see Figure 7-17) provides the ability to update the firmware in the camera. It is recommended to check for firmware updates on the Campbell Scientific website to ensure that the camera has the most recent version of firmware.

  • Page 43: Events

    CC5MPX Digital Camera The firmware update process normally keeps all configuration settings in the camera. It is recommended to verify the settings after an update. Figure 7-17 Update Menu 7.4.7 Events The Events submenu (see Figure 7-18) provides a list of system events. If the System Status box is red in the Live Video page, the details are logged in the Events Log.

  • Page 44: Save/Read Camera Settings

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 7-18 Event Logs 7.4.8 Save/Read Camera Settings This feature allows for configuration settings to be saved or loaded via the web interface. The .xml configuration files are also compatible with the Device Configuration Utility. Figure 7-19 Save/Read Camera Settings...

  • Page 45: Memory Card

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Memory Card Selecting the Memory Card tab will bring up the Memory Card page (see Figure 7- 20) and allow access to the internal SD card. Figure 7-20 Memory Card Page This page shows the size of the memory card loaded in the camera. If no camera is present, there will be a message stating so, and the view memory card link and memory card details will not appear.

  • Page 46: Figure 7-21 Memory Card Directory Listing

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 7-21 Memory Card Directory Listing There is a possibility of nine Main directories that are created for Image and Video storage on the camera. There is a still image and video directory for each type of capture method and a directory for manually captured stills.

  • Page 47: Figure 7-22 Data Subfolders

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 7-22 Data Subfolders Actual pictures and video will be located in these subfolders and can be viewed as shown in Figure 7-23. Figure 7-23 Example Display of Files The web interface will display up to 200 files per page. If more files exist in the directory than at the very bottom of the page, other pages can be selected to view the additional files (see Figure 7-24).

  • Page 48: Video Settings

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 7-24 Example of Multiple Page Viewing The web interface provides a method of viewing or deleting images and video from the memory card. It is possible to delete either complete or portions of Directories or Subfolders as well as individual images or videos. Be cautious when using the Delete All function.

  • Page 49: Figure 7-26 Video Banner Inside Top With Timestamp And Text

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 7-26 Video Banner Inside Top with Timestamp and Text Name on Image Banner If YES is selected, text can be entered which would appear in the video banner. Refer to Section 11 for details on how to alter the Banner via a PakBus datalogger.

  • Page 50: Gps Coordinates

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Resolution/Compression Currently there are 2 options for the video capture format. Both options encode the video using MPEG4. The options are 1280 x 720 (720P) or 320 x 240. Frame Rate There are 3 frame rate options of 30, 15, and 7.5 frames per second (FPS). Lower frame rates can reduce the file sizes.

  • Page 51: Image Capture

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Public sendGps As Boolean Public gpsLat, gpsLong As Float public sendVarResult BeginProg sendGps = false gpsLat = 50.0 gpsLong = -139.0 SerialOpen (Com1,115200,4,0,2000) Scan (1,Sec,0,0) If sendGps Then sendGps = false SendVariables (sendVarResult,Com1,0,55,0000,0,"Public","CC5MPXGPSLatitude",gpsLat, SendVariables (sendVarResult,Com1,0,55,0000,0,"Public","CC5MPXGPSLongitude",gpsLong, EndIf NextScan EndProg Image Capture Selecting the Image Capture tab will bring up the Image Capture settings page (see...

  • Page 52: Power Modes

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 7.7.1 Power Modes The Power Modes Sub Tab (see Figure 7-28) allows for selection of the type of power management that will be used. Figure 7-28 Power Modes One of the main factors in determining which power mode to use is the power consumption budget that is available for the camera.

  • Page 53: Table 7-4 Power Modes

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Table 7-4 Power Modes Power Mode Ethernet Operating Characteristics Power Save Mode * Camera is always on * Highest power consumption Always On * Ethernet is on and always available for incoming communications Moderate * Not recommended Fully On Power Save Mode...

  • Page 54: Table 7-5 Capture Response Time

    CC5MPX Digital Camera * If Ethernet communications are not used this can reduce the power consumption of the camera by 50mA when the camera exits the Deep Sleep state * The Off State power consumption (1mA typically) is not affected by the Ethernet Power Mode Always On * Ethernet, RS-232 and RS-485 communications are non- responsive in the Off State...

  • Page 55: Self-Timed Capture1

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 7.7.2 Self-Timed Capture1 The Self-Timed Capture1 Sub Tab (see Figure 7-29) is used to configure the camera to capture still images or video using the internal clock of the CC5M5PX. Figure 7-29 Self-Timed Capture Page When either of the Self-Timed Capture triggers is enabled, the CC5M5PX uses its internal clock as a trigger to initiate the capture of still images or video.

  • Page 56: Figure 7-30 Enable And Capture Time Values

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 7-30 Enable and Capture Time Values The Self-Timed Capture triggers are set up with the timing relative to midnight. The first parameter to enter is the Start Minutes relative to midnight. The Start Minutes parameter is the first occurance of a capture event after midnight. If the first timed event is to begin right at midnight, then set this parameter to zero.

  • Page 57: Table 7-6 Start And Stop Time Examples

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Table 7-6 Start and Stop Time Examples Start and Stop Time Settings Graphical Illustration on a 24 hour Clock Start Minutes = 0 Stop Minutes = 0 Start Minutes = 420 (07:00H) Stop Minutes = 1140 (19:00H) Start Minutes = 1260 (21:00H) Stop Minutes = 480 (08:00H) The Capture Interval is the time between capture events once the Start Minutes...

  • Page 58: Table 7-7 Self-Time Capture Variables

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Table 7-7 Self-Time Capture Variables Variable Allowable Values Description Self-Timed * Enable Enables or Disables the Self-Timed Capture Trigger Capture Enable * Disable Start Minutes 0 to 1439 Start time in minutes relative to midnight Stop Minutes 0 to 1439 Start time in minutes relative to midnight Capture Interval...
  • Page 59 CC5MPX Digital Camera Send via FTP * Diabled Selecting one of the FTP settings enables the camera to transmit the still images to an FTP server. The selected FTP settings should be * FTP Setting #1 properly configured before using the option * FTP Setting #2 FTP Still Image * Setting #1...

  • Page 60: Self-Timed Capture2

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 7.7.3 Self-Timed Capture2 The settings and parameters are the same as Self-Timed Capture1. Refer to the previous section (7.6.2). 7.7.4 External Trigger The External Trigger Sub Tab (see Figure 7-31) is used to configure the camera to capture still images or video using an external signal that is applied to the External Trigger input line.

  • Page 61: Figure 7-31 External Trigger Setup Page

    CC5MPX Digital Camera If the text banner is enabled in the Video Settings used as part of Pre- Record configuration, the text banner will be visible in the Live Video view on the webpage. If both image capture and video pre-recording are configured for the same event, the video recording will take precedence.
  • Page 62 CC5MPX Digital Camera Capture to * CARD Selecting CARD enables the still images taken to be stored to the Memory Card memory card * No Maximum 0 to 65535 This is the allowable space on the memory card that will be reserved Memory Size for Still Images taken by the Self-Timed Capture (in megabytes).
  • Page 63 CC5MPX Digital Camera Duration in 0 to 60 The length of time the video is recorded Seconds Pre-Record in 0 to 30 The length of time the video is recorded prior to the external trigger event. This interval is a portion of the ‘Duration in Seconds’ interval. Seconds It is not in addition to the ‘Duration in Seconds’...

  • Page 64: Motion Detection

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 7.7.5 Motion Detection The Motion Detection Sub Tab (see Figure 6) is used to configure the camera to capture still images or video using the Motion Detection capability of the camera. Even if this feature is enabled, the motion detection will only operate when the camera is in the Fully On power state.

  • Page 65: Motion Detection Video Pre-Recording

    CC5MPX Digital Camera ceiling fan that was off the CC5MPX motion detection would be triggered if the fan was turned on. After a period of 20 seconds the motion detection would no longer be triggered as the continuous motion of the fan would automatically increase the required motion detection trigger level.

  • Page 66: Table 7-9 Motion Detection Settings

    CC5MPX Digital Camera The use of pre-recording does impose some limitations on the functionality available in the CC5MPX: The pre-recording feature can only be used when the camera is in the Fully On power mode. If the text banner is enabled in the Video Settings used as part of Pre- Record configuration, the text banner will be visible in the Live Video view on the webpage.
  • Page 67 CC5MPX Digital Camera * Ring memory management will start deleting the oldest files once the memory card is full or the allocated memory size is reached Still Image * Setting #1 Still Images for the External Trigger Capture can use 1 of 2 settings. Settings Settings #1 and Settings #2 can be setup with various banner, * Setting #2...
  • Page 68 CC5MPX Digital Camera of 1000 reserves 1000 Mbytes. A value of 0 has the camera automatically allocate the memory. Management * Fill and Stop There are 2 methods of managing files on the memory card: Type Options * Ring Memory * Fill and Stop will stop recording additional video once the memory card is full or the allocated memory size is reached * Ring memory management will start deleting the oldest files once...

  • Page 69: Save/Read Camera Settings

    Figure 7-34 Communication Settings Page Communications using the PakBus protocol enables remote retrieval and/or storage of images or video to external devices such as compatible Campbell Scientific dataloggers. The factory default communication interface is RS-232. If RS-485 is required, the internal camera jumpers will need to be changed. See Section 8 for...

  • Page 70: Still Images

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Additionally, the PakBus neighbouring address allows for communication with devices that are several hops away on the PakBus network. See TABLE 7-11 for reference. Table 7-10 PakBus Communication Settings Variable Allowable Description Values RS-232 BAUD Rate * 115200 Select the desired BAUD rate.

  • Page 71: Figure 7-35 Still Images Settings Page

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 7-35 Still Images Settings Page Table 7-11 Still Image Settings Variable Allowable Values Description * 320 x 176 The resolution option is the resolution of the Still Image in pixels (width x height) * 320 x 240 * 640 x 352 Resolution * 640 x 485...

  • Page 72: Table 7-12 Still Image Resolution Details

    CC5MPX Digital Camera * NONE * The NONE option uses the same file name for all pictures. Only 1 image name appears in a directory or is transmitted out (EMAIL, * Date and Time FTP, or PakBus) * Number Increment * The Date and Time option appends a timestamp to the file name, The text entered in the above parameter (Default File Name) is followed by the date and time:...

  • Page 73: Gps Coordinates [Al: Exactly The Same As 7.6.1]

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Very High None/Lossless 1280 x 720 1280 x 752 Medium High Very High None/Lossless 1280 x 960 1280 x 992 Medium High Very High None/Lossless 1900 2592 x 1944 2592 x 1984 Medium High Very High 7.9.1 GPS Coordinates [AL: exactly the same as 7.6.1] GPS coordinates (CC5MPXGPSLatitude and CC5MPXGPSLongitude) can be embedded in the image or video files that the camera generates.

  • Page 74: Internal Jumpers

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Internal Jumpers There are 2 sets of jumpers that are internal to the camera. 1 set is used to select either RS-232 or RS-485 communications on the Power I/O cable. The other set is used to select a pull up or a pull down resistor on the External Trigger input line. Refer to Section 20 for details to remove the backplate to access the internal jumpers of the camera.

  • Page 75: Communications

    The RS-232 serial communications are used with the camera for two purposes: to configure and setup the camera using Device Configuration Utility software that Campbell Scientific provides; to send image files from the camera to other devices using the PakBus protocol.

  • Page 76: Figure 9-1 Serial Pakbus Port Setting

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Can be RS-232 or RS-485 Figure 9-1 Serial PakBus Port Setting The CC5MPX Power I/O port is configured by default to provide a 3-wire RS-232 connection (Tx, Rx, Ground). The wires can be terminated directly on the control ports of a compatible datalogger.

  • Page 77: Communications

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 9-3 Datalogger Connections with RS-232 10. RS-485 Communications The optional RS-485 communication interface of the CC5MPX can be used in conjunction with the MD485 to interface a datalogger to 1 or more cameras. Refer to the MD485 Manual for additional information. The MD485 is useful for connecting more than 1 camera to a datalogger or if long cable lengths are involved.

  • Page 78: Pakbus Communications

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Set for RS-485 Figure 10-1 RS-485 Shown in PakBus Port Setting 11. PakBus Communications The camera uses the PakBus protocol to send image files from the camera to the datalogger or other PakBus compatible devices. The Loggernet Tool PakBus Graph can be used to change the configuration of a camera.

  • Page 79: Pakbus Graph Operations

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 11.2 PakBus Graph Operations The CC5MPX supports configuration via PakBus Graph over the serial port. A logger or other type of PakBus relay device is required to interface PakBus Graph to the camera. 11.2.1 Logger Settings The logger must be configured as a router (i.e. Is Router must be set to true) and the camera PakBus address must be in the list of allowed neighbours for the datalogger port used.

  • Page 80: Pakbus Control Of Window Defroster Function

    CC5MPX Digital Camera CC5MPXStillBanner2 CC5MPXVideoBanner1 CC5MPXVideoBanner2 The variable for controlling the window defroster is numeric and needs to be declared as a Long in CRBasic. The variable for controlling camera power is a Boolean, which needs to be declared in CRBasic. The names of the camera variables are: CC5MPXDefroster CC5MPXShutdown...

  • Page 81: Pakbus Neighbouring Address

    12. Device Configuration Utility The Device Configuration Utility can be used to change settings in the CC5MPX. The Device Configuration Utility software can be downloaded at no charge from the Campbell Scientific website. Using the Device Configuration Utility:...

  • Page 82: Figure 12-1 Cc5Mpx Device Configuration Option

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Connect the camera to the serial port of a PC using the DB9 FEMALE to Terminal Block Adaptor, as shown in Section 9 RS-232 Communications. Once the camera is powered up (this can typically take 90 seconds), you should observe that the LED flashes.

  • Page 83: Image Quality

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 12-2 Device Configuration Utility Screen 13. Image Quality Lighting conditions have the greatest influence on image quality. The CC5MPX camera produces the best images under normal daylight conditions. Pictures taken in good daylight conditions produce crisper and brighter images, as the camera uses the entire image to adjust the exposure settings of a scene.

  • Page 84: Figure 14-1 Cc5Mpx Lens Tube Removal

    CC5MPX Digital Camera The zoom and focus adjustments are shown in Figure 14-2. The thumbscrews may need to be loosened prior to moving the adjustments. It is important to tighten the thumb screws once the camera focus and zoom adjustments are completed, to avoid problems from vibration.

  • Page 85: Camera Lens And Field Of View

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 14.1 Camera Lens and Field of View The CC5MPX includes a 4-12 mm lens, which provides an approximate 27° horizontal field of view when fully zoomed in, and an 80° horizontal field of view when fully zoomed out. The CC5MPX-Z camera includes a 10-40 mm lens, which provides an an approximate 9°...

  • Page 86: Using The Focusing Number

    CC5MPX Digital Camera If the LED is not flashing while the camera is wired up and the power is turned on, you may need to press the setup button to wake the camera from any of its low powered modes. In some configurations, pressing the setup button may also be required to enable the Ethernet port.

  • Page 87: Temperature Variations And Focus

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 14-5 Homepage Video Display and Focusing Numbers 14.3 Temperature Variations and Focus The CC5MPX can operate under extreme temperature variations. The focus of the lens can change slightly with large variations in temperature. For example, if a lens is focused at +35°C, the lens may be slightly out of focus at -40°C.

  • Page 88: Operation With Communications

    CC5MPX Digital Camera some total power consumption (standalone) figures in Amp-Hours per day depending on the Power Mode and frequency of images. One thing to note is that the Off State will only consume less power than the Deep Sleep state if fewer than 24 pictures are taken per day. This is due to the boot-up time that the camera requires when exiting the Off State.

  • Page 89: Table 15-2 File Transfer Times Using Pakbus

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Table 15-2 File Transfer Times Using PakBus Communication Time (seconds) per 100Kbytes BAUD RATE 240 seconds 9600 0.0123 A-Hrs 120 seconds 19200 0.0076 A-Hrs 60 seconds 38400 0.0054 A-Hrs 40 seconds 57600 0.0044 A-Hrs 30 seconds 115200 0.0038 A-Hrs To estimate the power consumption of the system, look up the parameters in TABLE 15-1, along with the communication times to calculate the power...

  • Page 90: Cr1000 Interface Guide

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 16. CR1000 Interface Guide The CC5MPX can interface to the CR1000 using the RS-232 (default) or RS-485. The RS-232 configuration is the simplest option as it does not require an additional hardware interface. The pigtail end of the CC5MPX Power & I/O cable can be terminated directly to the CR1000 wiring panel control ports (COM1-4).

  • Page 91: Cr1000 Com Port (Control Port) Communications

    CC5MPX Digital Camera this would normally be between 3 and 10 images and for an external memory card (i.e. CRD drive) the number of images can be larger. When communicating to retrieve images, it is suggested to limit the number of files in the ring memory to 200 in order to avoid long communication delays.

  • Page 92: Figure 17-1 File Retrieval Setup Screen

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Setup Screen File Retrieval Figure 17-1 File Retrieval Setup Screen Select the required Retrieval Mode for the application. The use of the “Follow Scheduled Data Collection” option will use the scheduled configuration in the Schedule Tab. If the “New Schedule” option is selected, you will need to configure the Base Date and Time, and Retrieval Interval parameters.

  • Page 93: Using Loggernet File Control

    CC5MPX Digital Camera they will not be retrieved later. If this box is not selected, the skipped files can be retrieved in a later attempt. 17.2 Using LoggerNet File Control Images or video that are in the dataloggers memory can be viewed or collected on demand by using the File Control feature that is available from the Connection Screen menu (Figure 17-2).

  • Page 94: Installation

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 17-3 USR Drive View in File Control 18. Installation The camera enclosure is designed to be environmentally sealed for outdoor installations. The enclosure provides protection from moisture or high humidity. It is not intended for operation under water. All that is required is an appropriate mounting fixture.

  • Page 95: Figure 18-2 Cc5Mpx Mounting Holes

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 18-2 CC5MPX Mounting Holes When using the optional Mounting Kit, align the outer holes of the CC5MPX with the center hole and the 180° slot of the mount. Loosely secure the two together with the two ¼-20 x 0.5” Hex bolts included with the kit. It is now possible to mount the CC5MPX to either a crossarm or other mounting surface with the included u-bolt.

  • Page 96: Maintenance

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Sun Shroud Lens Tube ¼-20 x 0.5” ” Hex Bolts Curved Slots U-bolt Crossarm Figure 18-3 CC5MPX Mounted to Crossarm 19. Maintenance The CC5MPX requires little maintenance and no calibrations. Keeping the camera clean is important for the longevity of the camera and image and video quality. 19.1 Lithium Battery The camera is equipped with a Lithium Thionyl Chloride battery.

  • Page 97: Figure 19-1 Backplate O-Ring

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 19-1 Backplate O-ring Button Cap O-ring Figure 19-2 Button Cap O-ring...

  • Page 98: Cc5Mpx Desiccant

    It is recommended that the O-rings be inspected whenever opened, or at a minimum every two years (with desiccant replacement) to ensure that the seal integrity is maintained. Contact Campbell Scientific for details on replacement parts. It is important to note that the Button Cap O-ring and the Front Main Body O-ring are both glued into place to prevent the O-rings from inadvertently falling out.

  • Page 99: Backplate Removal Procedures

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Location of Figure 19-4 Desiccant Location Desiccant 20. Backplate Removal Procedures It is necessary to remove the backplate for the following reasons: Access to the SD memory card Change internal jumper positions Replace desiccant Inspect O-rings If the camera is powered up and operating (LED flashing), properly shutdown the camera by holding down the setup button for more than 10 seconds continuously.

  • Page 100: System Limitations

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 20-1 Backplate View 21. System Limitations This section outlines some system limitations that exist in the CC5MPX camera. 21.1 High Resolution 5 Megapixel Images The capturing of 5MP pictures results in longer capture times than other image resolutions.

  • Page 101: Figure 22-1 Usb Network Interface

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 22-1 USB Network Interface Select Open folder to view files. The following will be the viewable files: Figure 22-2 CC5MPX USB Directory Run the executable file usbconf.exe.

  • Page 102: Quick Notes

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 22-3 Network Configurations At this point you can confirm or edit the IP address settings. If changes are made, the apply button must be selected followed by Exit. Do not unplug the USB cable or shutdown the camera at this point. The USB device must be safely removed before unplugging the cable or shutting down the camera, otherwise the changes will be lost.

  • Page 103: Campbell Dataloggers Users

    The camera configuration file can be saved or loaded via the web interface. This feature can be found under the System and Image Capture tabs. Check the Campbell Scientific website for firmware updates that may apply. 23.2 Campbell Dataloggers Users If interfacing to a datalogger, ensure that your datalogger has the appropriate PakBus operating system.

  • Page 104: Table 23-1 Power Mode Summary

    CC5MPX Digital Camera d. Off Mode – Offers the best power savings mode. Useful if less than 24 images or video captures are required per day. It takes about 90 seconds for the camera to wake up to start acquiring a picture. Table 23-1 Power Mode Summary Power Ethernet...

  • Page 106: Appendix A. Cc5Mpx Series Cameras And Accessories

    Appendix A. CC5MPX Series Cameras and Accessories A.1 CC5MPXWD Ordering part numbers: 1. CC5MPXWD Details: * CC5MPX with window defroster A.2 CC5MPX with Zoom Lens The option of a CC5MPX with a zoom lens is available when required for specific applications. Order Model: 1.

  • Page 107: Environmental Ethernet Cable

    CC5MPX Digital Camera CC5MPXPWRCBL2-L is that it allows for cables of up to 30 m. The CC5MPXPWRCBL-L can be used when the window defroster is installed but the cable length is limited to 9 m. Ordering part numbers: 1. CC5MPXPWRCBL-L (-L is length in feet) Details: * 24-AWG 3 Pair individually shielded cable with Santoprene jacket * 6-pin environmental connector...

  • Page 108: L18549 Mounting Kit

    Title Figure A-2 RJ45ENVCBL-L A.7 L18549 Mounting Kit Details: *Mounting kit with U-bolt and fasteners Figure A-3 L18549 Mounting Kit...

  • Page 109: C2469 Db9 Female To Terminal Block Adaptor

    CC5MPX Digital Camera A.8 C2469 DB9 FEMALE To Terminal Block Adaptor Details: * Adaptor 9-PIN female RS-232 to screw terminal block Figure A-4 C2469 DB9 FEMALE To Terminal Block Adaptor A.9 C2641 Desiccant Details: * Silica gel indicating desiccant. 2 gram MiniPax (3 per camera) Figure A-5 C2541 Desiccant...

  • Page 110: Appendix B. Window Defroster Option Specifications (Parts C2670 Or C2681

    Appendix B. Window Defroster Option Specifications (Parts C2670 or C2681) B.1 Power Supply Note * Warning: The CC5MPX is specified to operate on a 9- 30 VDC supply input range. When the window defroster is installed the 30 VDC maximum must be reduced to 16 VDC.
  • Page 111 Appendix Title Figure B-1 CC5MPX Window Defroster Figure B-2 Window Defroster with Lens Tube Installed...
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