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Motorized Dome Cameras
GCA-C0245P
GCA-C0345P
GCA-C0245P.13.1.15.08.2011
© ASP AG
Motorized Dome Day/Night Camera, 36x Zoom, WDR
Motorized Dome Day/Night Camera, 36x Zoom, WDR

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  • Page 1 Owner´s Manual Motorized Dome Cameras GCA-C0245P Motorized Dome Day/Night Camera, 36x Zoom, WDR GCA-C0345P Motorized Dome Day/Night Camera, 36x Zoom, WDR GCA-C0245P.13.1.15.08.2011 © ASP AG...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    5. Camera Control Protocol Setup 1. Introduction The Swiftdome Cameras GCA-C0245P and GCA-C0345P provide Continuous Auto Focus, Back Light Compensation, Auto Exposure and Digital Slow Shutter functions are provided for clear and high quality image. A removable IR cut filter ensures 24 hours operation, while Privacy Masks are specially designed to avoid any intrusive monitoring in a specific region.

  • Page 4: Package Contents

    If this product fails to operate normally, contact the nearest service center. Never disassemble or modify this product in any way. (GRUNDIG is not liable for problems caused by unauthorised modifications or attempted repair.) To prevent fire or electric shock, do not expose the inside of this device to rain or moisture.

  • Page 5: Preparation For Dome Camera Setup

    4.1. Preparation for Dome Camera Setup 4.1.1. Setup Preparation for GCA-C0245P The following installation procedure is for the Camera model GCA-C0245P. This camera is supplied with a sunshield housing. Please follow the steps below to complete the housing installation for the Dome Camera.
  • Page 6 STEP 2 Rotate the Outdoor Mount Kit, and take it off from the camera body. STEP 3 Remove the protective cover and the PE sheet. STEP 4 Attach the dome cover to the camera body. Before doing so, apply some lubricant on the cover’s water-proof rubber to make the installation process smoother.
  • Page 7 Please note that the tiny protrusion on the cover must align with one of the four holes on the camera body. STEP 5 Gently press down the dome cover with two hands on two sides of it. DO NOT press the cover, as shown in the figure; this might cause damage to the Dome Camera.

  • Page 8: Switch & Connector Definition

    4.1.2. Setup Preparation for GCA-C0345P Please note that for the Camera model GCA-C0345P there will be a PE covering and PE cloth sheets on the dome cover. Furthermore, there will be a protective covering on the camera and PE cloth sheets on the camera body and a lens cap on the lens for shipping protection.

  • Page 9: Communication Switch Setting

    4.3. Communication Switch Setting The analogue Dome Camera’s communication switches are specified in the table below. RS-485 is the interface for communication between the Dome Camera and its control device. For this reason, the RS-485 setup of the Dome Camera and the control device must be the same. The RS-485 default setting is half- duplex (see the following diagram).

  • Page 10: Camera Control Protocol Setup

    4.5. Camera Control Protocol Setup Define the protocol you are going to use based on the devices of your surveillance system. Generally, the use of one protocol is recommended even if the devices are provided from different manufacturers. Please refer to the table below for all supported protocols with their matching switch numbers and baud rate and choose a protocol for your Swiftdome Camera.
  • Page 11 4.6.2. 22-Pin Data Cable The analogue Dome Camera’s Data Cables are illustrated as follows. Data Cable for GCA-C0245P: Data Cable for GCA-C0345P: NOTE: Be careful not to pull the cables improperly during installation. Additionally, it is recommended to fasten the cables after cable connection is completed. Furthermore, when wiring the power cable, make sure the Ground wire is inserted into the mid-pin of the terminal block.
  • Page 12 The analogue Dome Camera’s 22-pin connector definition is listed as follows: 4.6.4. RS-485 Connector The RS-485 is a communication interface between the Dome Camera and its control device. Please connect the Control Keyboard to the Swiftdome Camera through the terminal block. The recommended cables for RS-485 communication are CAT 5 cables;...
  • Page 13 Insert the terminal into the pin holes on the connector housing, with the hook outwards, as indicated in the figure. To unlock the terminal, press the hook, as indicated in the figure, with a proper tool and pull it out gently. Connect the 22-pin connector to its mating port on the back plate of the Dome Camera.

  • Page 14: Operation And Configuration

    5. Operation and Configuration 5.1. OSD Display Format Regarding information about OSD display, position and function description, please refer to the table below. English...

  • Page 15: Osd Menu Tree

    5.2. OSD Menu Tree The OSD setup menu structure is listed in the following section. The star symbol indicates the factory default. For detailed function description, please refer to 5.3. Configuration Menu. English...
  • Page 16 English...

  • Page 17: Configuration Menu

    5.3. Configuration Menu The detailed functions and parameter settings of your Swiftdome can be set by the OSD (On Screen Display) menu with a control device such as a control keyboard. The tables below show the parameters that can be set through the OSD menu.
  • Page 18 To enter the OSD menu of the selected camera, press the <CAMERA MENU> key on the control keyboard and hold it for 3 seconds to enter the OSD menu. To select the setup item, use the direction keys on the keyboard to move the OSD cursor in the OSD menu. To setup an item, use the direction keys on the keyboard to move the OSD cursor in the OSD menu.
  • Page 19 5.3.4. FOCUS The Dome Camera’s focus can be operated in two modes: Manual Focus mode and Auto Focus mode. AUTO: There are three options available for the AF Mode, including Normal mode, Zoom Trigger (Z. TRIG.) mode and PTZ Trigger (PTZ TRIG.) mode. The submenu of AUTO is shown below: - Normal Mode: In this mode, the camera will stay focussed automatically and continuously in any condition.
  • Page 20 5.3.5. AE MODE Exposure is the amount of light received by the image sensor and is determined by how wide you open the lens diaphragm (iris adjustment), by how long you keep the sensor exposed (shutter speed), and by other exposure parameters.
  • Page 21 AUTO: In this mode, white balance works within its colour temperature range. This mode computes the white balance value output using the colour information from the entire screen. It outputs the proper value using the colour temperature radiating from a black subject based on a range of values from 3000K to 7500K. Light Sources : Cloudy Sky (Colour Temperature: 6,000 to 8,000 K) Noon Sun and Clear Sky (Colour Temperature: 6,500 K)
  • Page 22 5.3.7. SETUP MENU 1 The SETUP MENU 1 is shown below. The zoom speed of the Dome Camera is fixed (Value: 8). Users can choose to activate functions like Digital Zoom, Slow Shutter, Noise Reduction, Image Inverse and Image Freeze. Please refer to the following description for use of each function.
  • Page 23 EXIT: Exit the SETUP MENU 1 and go back to the MAIN PAGE 1 to set other functions under the Setup Menu 2. 5.3.8. SETUP MENU 2 The SETUP MENU 2 is shown below. FLIP: Users can track an object continuously when it passes through underneath the Dome Camera by setting Flip to IMAGE (digital flip) or M.E.
  • Page 24 - OFF: Select this item to disable the flip function. NOTE: To make the Dome Camera tilt between a specific range, such as -10° to +100°, please go to ANGLE ADJUSTER (see next section) to set the angle range of the tilt. Otherwise, the camera will tilt 90° as set in the default setting.
  • Page 25 STEP 4: Move the cursor to <EXIT> and press <CAMERA MENU to exit the password setting page. If the OSD Password function is enabled and you press the <CAMERA MENU> key to enter the OSD menu, the password request message will be displayed as shown below. Please enter the password, press <ENTER> to access the OSD main menu.
  • Page 26 5.3.10. TITLE DISPLAY Users are allowed to name a view area and to set where the title will be displayed on the screen for easy recognition. - ON: Select <ON> to display the title set for a view area on screen while the camera is shooting the view area. - OFF: When TITLE DISPLAY is set to <OFF>, no title will be displayed on the screen even if titles have been set in advance.
  • Page 27 After completing the title setting, go back to MAIN PAGE 2 to set up preset points. 5.3.12. PRESET STEP 1: Press the RIGHT/LEFT direction key on the keyboard to select a number (1 represents Preset Point 1, 2 represents Preset Point 2, etc.) PRESET SET: In total, 256 preset points can be set.
  • Page 28 5.3.13. SEQUENCE The function executes the pre-positioning of the pan, tilt, zoom and focus features in a certain sequence for a camera. Before setting this function, users must preset at least two preset points. SEQUENCE LINE: There are eight sets of sequence lines built in the Dome Camera. Please use the LEFT/RIGHT direction keys to first select a line and then set its sequence points.
  • Page 29 EXIT: Select this item to exit the SEQUENCE menu and go back to MAIN PAGE 2 to set up an Auto Pan. NOTE: Users can execute the sequence function through a keyboard. Please refer to the control keyboard’s quick guide for further information. 5.3.14.
  • Page 30 DIRECTION: This item is for setting the AUTOPAN direction of the Dome Camera. The camera will start to pan clockwise from the start point to the end point if your selection is <RIGHT>, and then return to the start point. The dome will start to pan anti-clockwise from the start point to the end point if your selection is <LEFT>.
  • Page 31 CRUISE LINE: There are eight sets of Cruise lines built in a Dome Camera. Please use the LEFT/RIGHT direction keys to first select a line and then follow the steps below to start recording the cruise path. RECORD START: Follow the description below to record a CRUISE path. STEP 1: Rotate the Dome Camera to a desired view area (for some protocols, users may need to do it before entering the OSD menu), and press <ENTER>...
  • Page 32 SELECT MODE: Select one of the modes that the Dome Camera should execute when the HOME function is enabled and the RETURN TIME is up. The options include <AUTOPAN>, <SEQUENCE>, <CRUISE> and <PRESET>. Use the LEFT/RIGHT direction keys on the control keyboard to change the setting, and the items mentioned below will change in cooperation with your selection.
  • Page 33 MANUAL: - IR MANUAL ON: Select the item to remove the IR cut filter. The camera will change to B/W (Night) mode. - IR MANUAL OFF: Select the item to attach the IR cut filter; the camera will be in Colour (Day) mode to disable the IR function. 5.3.18.
  • Page 34 PRESET POINT: Select a Preset Point to define where the Dome Camera should go when an alarm is triggered. The preset point(s) should be set in advance, either in the PRESET setup menu or through the keyboard. - SEQUENCE LINE: Select a Sequence Line that the Dome Camera should execute when an alarm is triggered.
  • Page 35 DETECT SWITCH: This item is used to enable or disable the ALARM DETECT function. DETECT MODE: The Motion Mode is set in this section. - MOTION: The Motion Detection function allows detecting suspicious motion and triggers alarms when the motion volume in the detected area reaches/exceeds the determined sensitivity threshold value.
  • Page 36 - DWELL TIME: The DWELL TIME is duration of executing a trigger action. If select the PRESET mode, when motion is detected, the Dome Camera will go to the selected Preset position and stay there for a user-defined period of time (1~127 seconds/Always).
  • Page 37 5.3.21. PRIVACY MASK The Privacy Mask function aims to avoid any intrusive monitoring. Users can adjust the camera view position using the joystick, and adjust the mask size and area via the direction keys on the control keyboard. When setting a mask, it is suggested to set it at least twice bigger (height and width) than the masked object.
  • Page 38 - V CENTER: The original vertical centre of a mask zone is the center of a screen. It is possible to move a mask zone to another position by adjusting the vertical value with the LEFT/RIGHT direction keys on the keyboard. The camera will tilt up or down according to the user’s control.
  • Page 39 EXIT+SAVE: Exit the TIME SETTING menu and go back to MAIN PAGE 3 to set up a schedule. 5.3.23. SCHEDULE FUNCTION The schedule function enables users to program the performance of a preset point or function (Sequence/Auto Pan/Cruise) automatically, in a specific period of time. SWITCH: Select <ON>...
  • Page 40 SCHEDULE RESET: Users can reset the whole schedule with this item. EXIT: Exit the SCHEDULE menu and go back to MAIN PAGE 3. 5.3.24. EXIT OSD To exit the OSD setup menu, users can either select this item on the bottom of MAIN PAGE 3 or press the ESC key on the control keyboard.

  • Page 41: System Expansion

    6. System Expansion 6.1. Connecting with a Connector Box Ideally being used in indoor installation circumstances, a Connector Box provides easy wiring and well organised connection between alarms, cameras and other devices, for easy installation. To connect the connector box with other devices: - Use a RS-485 cable (CAT 5 is recommended) to complete RS-485 communication wiring with control devices such as DVRs and Control Keyboards.

  • Page 42: Signal Distribution Unit

    6.2. Signal Distribution Unit The RS-485 Signal Distribution Unit (SDU) is designed to relay control codes to Swiftdome Cameras. It is capable of communicating with cameras up to 1.0 kilometers away. Additionally, the SDU can be installed eitherin a “star” or in a “daisy chain”...

  • Page 43: Integration Of A Pelco Keyboard

    7. Integration of a Pelco Keyboard The Swiftdome Camera can be controlled through a Pelco keyboard with built-in D protocol and P protocol. Please follow the instruction to operate the Swiftdome Camera through a keyboard with D and P protocols. Cable Definition (P Protocol Keyboard to PTZ Camera): Cable Definition (D Protocol Keyboard to PTZ Camera): English...
  • Page 44 Specifications GCA-C0245P Image Sensor 1/4" CCD (Super HAD 2 CCD) Pixels - total 976x582 (570k) Resolution 650(H) lines Col/B&W On/Off/Auto, IR-cut filter removable (ICR) Sensitivity 0.1 lux (Colour) / 0.01 lux (B&W) Aperture Ratio F 1.6 ~ C Focal Length 3.4 ~ 122.4 mm...
  • Page 45 Number of Preset Number of Pattern Alarm Inputs Alarm Outputs Regulation CE, FCC, RoHS Compliant Supply Voltage 12 VDC/24 VAC Power Consumption 20 W Weight 1.6 kg Dimensions (wxhxd) ø131 x 226 mm English...

  • Page 46: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    EC Declaration of Conformity GCA-C0245P Motorized Dome Day/Night Camera, 36x Zoom, WDR GCA-C0345P Motorized Dome Day/Night Camera, 36x Zoom, WDR It is hereby certified that the products meet the standards in the following relevant provisions: EC EMC Directive 2004/108/EC Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC...

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