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CC5MPX Series
Digital Network Camera
2015
Copyright © 2015
Campbell Scientific (Canada) Corp.

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  • Page 1 CC5MPX Series Digital Network Camera 2015 Copyright © 2015 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 7.4.2 Automatic Date and Time Update ............31 7.4.3 Site Name ...................... 32 7.4.4 Users and Security ..................32 7.4.5 Digital I/O Settings ..................33 7.4.5.1 External Trigger Input Settings ..........34 7.4.5.2 Light Power Control Settings ..........34 7.4.5.3 Communication Power Control ..........
  • Page 6 21. System Limitations ..........94 21.1 High Resolution 5 Megapixel Images ............94 21.2 Simultaneous Processes ................. 94 22. Internal USB Function ..........94 23. Quick Notes .............. 96 23.1 CC5MPX General ....................96 23.2 Campbell Dataloggers Users ................. 97...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents 23.3 Configuration Process ..................97 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 ..................
  • Page 8 Figure 7-20 Memory Card Page ................. 38 Figure 7-21 Memory Card Directory Listing ............39 Figure 7-22 Data Subfolders ..................40 Figure 7-23 Example Display of Files ..............40 Figure 7-24 Example of Multiple Page Viewing ..........41 Figure 7-25 Video Settings Page ................41 Figure 7-26 Video Banner Inside Top with Timestamp and Text ....
  • Page 9 Table of Contents Tables Table 3-1 CC5MPX Default Configuration ..............3 Table 4-1 Power & I/O Cable Color Connections..........11 Table 4-2 Power & I/O Cable Wire Usage .............. 12 Table 5-1 Setup Button LED Indicator ..............16 Table 7-1 Network Settings ..................24 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) *Warning: The CC5MPX is specified to operate on a 9-30 Note VDC supply input range.

  • Page 12: Getting Started

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

  • Page 13: Installing Multimedia Player

    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 use a static IP one of the remaining interface arrangements will need to be used. 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.

  • 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.

  • Page 16: Figure 3-3 Internet Protocol Version 4 (Tcp/Ipv4) Properties

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 3-3 Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties 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...

  • Page 17: Figure 3-4 Ip Address Configuration

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 3-4 IP Address Configuration Click OK to accept. This may prompt a Microsoft TCP/IP Warning pop-up. If you see this pop-up, click Yes. You should now be able to open Internet Explorer and access the camera by typing http://192.168.190 or clicking this link.

  • Page 18: Setup Using Device Configuration Utility

    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 19: 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 20: 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. It is essential that the Ground cable be connected first when Note wiring the camera to the datalogger or the power supply Table 4-1 Power &...

  • Page 21: 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 Black Power Ground Always Input Power Always...

  • Page 22: 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 23: 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 24: 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 25: 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 Pressing the Setup Button in one of the following Low will force the camera to exit...

  • Page 26: Sd Memory Card

    CC5MPX Digital Camera able to remove power from the camera and avoid possible corruption of the memory card. This function is also available through the camera Web interface via the ‘Shutdown Camera’ button box. 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.

  • Page 27: Accessing Sd Memory Card

    CC5MPX Digital Camera External Trigger: http://192.168.1.90/etc.jpg http://192.168.1.90/etc.avi 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 backplate of the CC5MPX. Before starting this process remove the CC5MPX from any power supply and disconnect any attached cabling.

  • Page 28: 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 29: Camera Operation Using Web Browser Interface

    CC5MPX Digital Camera If you are not able to connect to the camera via the Local Area Connection due to a loss of configuration information, you will need to use the Device Configuration Utility. A third method is available that involves opening up the camera to access the internal USB connector.

  • Page 30: 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 changed or added on any of the other pages, then the Submit button must be keyed to accept the changes.

  • Page 31: Real Time Streaming Protocol (Rtsp)

    CC5MPX Digital Camera memory card is not corrupted. An alternate way of shutting down the camera is to hold the Setup button down for at least 10 seconds. 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.

  • Page 32: Network Configuration

    CC5MPX Digital Camera <param name="ShowDisplay" value="True" /> <param name="AutoLoop" value="False" /> <param name="AutoPlay" value="True" /> <embed id="vlcEmb" type="application/x-google-vlc-plugin" version="VideoLAN.VLCPlugin.2" autoplay="yes" loop="no" width="640" height="480" target="http://192.168.1.90/ipcam/mjpeg.cgi" ></embed> </OBJECT> 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).

  • Page 33: Network Settings

    CC5MPX Digital Camera The main Network page has 5 Sub Tabs: Network Power Mode FTP Server SMTP Server SNTP 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...

  • Page 34: Figure 7-6 Ethernet Power Savings Settings

    CC5MPX Digital Camera port. If the camera is in the Fully On power state or the Partially On power state, then the Ethernet port will always be on and available for communications. Moderate This power mode offers some power savings on the Ethernet port. This mode is only recommended if the camera is in Partially On power mode.
  • Page 35 CC5MPX Digital Camera * The camera will temporarily wake up to the fully on power mode when traffic occurs on the network. In situations where there is constant network traffic then the camera may effectively be in the fully on power mode.

  • Page 36: Ftp Client Set-Up

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 7.3.3 FTP Client Set-up 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 37 CC5MPX Digital Camera Many SMTP servers are capable of using TLS encryption to securely communicate with email clients. Some SMTP servers, such as Google Gmail, require secure connections in order to allow access. Support for TLS encryption is available in the CC5MPX SMTP program. If the CC5MPX connects to an SMTP server that supports TLS encryption, it will automatically be used, otherwise it will return to a normal, unencrypted connection.

  • Page 38: Sntp (Time) Server Setting

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 7-8 SMTP Server Settings 7.3.5 SNTP (TIME) Server Setting Clicking on the SMTP Server Sub Tab will display the SNTP (TIME) server settings (see Figure 7-9). The configuration of an SNTP server provides a means of synchronizing the onboard clock of the CC5MPX with the specified SNTP server.

  • Page 39: System Configuration

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 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 Users/Security Digital I/O Update Events Save/Read Camera Settings...

  • Page 40: Automatic Date And Time Update

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 7-11 Date and Time Settings 7.4.2 Automatic Date and Time Update The Autmatic Date and Time submenu (see Figure 7-12) configures the camera for automatic date and time updates. The setting parameters are: Time Variance in seconds to perform clock update. Select the minimum allowable variance that will result in the camera’s time being changed.

  • Page 41: 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 42: Digital I/O Settings

    CC5MPX Digital Camera In order to add a User, you will need to fill out the ‘Add/Modify Users’ parameters, select the required Authority level, and Submit the new User. Once the camera saves the action, the User list will show the User name and their authority level.

  • Page 43: External Trigger Input Settings

    CC5MPX Digital Camera remains on from when the start of capture to when the file is transfer is complete. The Digital I/O submenu (see Figure 7-16) allows the configuration of some of the camera’s I/O signals. Figure 7-16 Digital I/O Settings 7.4.5.1 External Trigger Input Settings The External Trigger Input can be configured to Active High or Active Low.

  • Page 44: Heater 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 45: Events

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 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. One of the most common recorded events is the indication that memory card is properly present after a power up.

  • Page 46: 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 47: 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 48: 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. A directory will not be created by the camera if the capture method is not used.

  • Page 49: 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 50: 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 51: 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 52: 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).

  • Page 53: 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...

  • Page 54: 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 55: 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 Power Save Fully On Mode...

  • Page 56: Table 7-5 Capture Response Time

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Moderate * Not recommended Power Save Mode * The Deep Sleep power consumption (6mA typically) is not affected by the Ethernet Power Mode Full Power * If Ethernet communications are not used this can reduce Save Mode 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...

  • Page 57: 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 58: Figure 7-30 Enable And Capture Time Values

    CC5MPX Digital Camera The first step in setting up the Self-Timed Capture is to select the Enable option for the capture method (see Figure 7-30). Once Enable is selected, parameters for the capture method can be edited. Figure 7-30 Enable and Capture Time Values The Self-Timed Capture triggers are set up with the timing relative to midnight.

  • Page 59: 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...

  • Page 60: Table 7-7 Self-Time Capture Variables

    CC5MPX Digital Camera value of 0 is entered (not recommended), the Image Interval time will apply to still images and video of the specified duration will be captured repeatedly. Table 7-7 summarizes all the parameters associated with the Self-Timed Capture. Table 7-7 Self-Time Capture Variables Variable Allowable Values...
  • Page 61 CC5MPX Digital Camera Send via email * Disabled Selecting one of the EMAIL settings enables the camera to transmit the still images via EMAIL. The selected EMAIL * EMAIL Settings settings should be properly configured before using the option * * EMAIL Settings Email Still Image * Setting #1 One of the two Still Image Settings can be used for the still...

  • Page 62: Self-Timed Capture2

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Send via FTP * Disabled Selecting one of the FTP Settings enables the camera to transmit the video files to an FTP server. The selected FTP * FTP Settings#1 Settings should be properly configured before using the option. * FTP Settings#2 Send via PakBus * Disabled...

  • Page 63: Figure 7-31 External Trigger Setup Page

    CC5MPX Digital Camera The external trigger configuration page includes an option labeled Pre-Record In Seconds. By entering a value between 1 and 30 in this field the CC5MPX will begin buffering video in its internal memory. When an event occurs, the CC5MPX will store the set number of seconds of video to file and then continue recording the live video until the number of seconds has elapsed.
  • Page 64 CC5MPX Digital Camera External * Enable Enables or Disables External Trigger Capture Trigger * Disable Enable Still Image * Yes Select Yes to include still image captures Capture * No Number of 1 to 60 Determines how many still images will be taken when the Images External Trigger is activated Image...
  • Page 65 CC5MPX Digital Camera Send via * Disabled Used to enable the still images to be sent to PakBus compatible PakBus device. The PakBus settings should be properly configured in the * Enabled Communications Page before enabling this option PakBus Still * Setting #1 One of the two still image settings can be used for the still images Image...

  • Page 66: Motion Detection

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Send via * Disabled Used to enable the video files to be sent to PakBus compatible PakBus device. The PakBus settings should be properly configured in the * Enabled Communications Page before enabling this option. 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.

  • Page 67: Cc5Mpx Motion Detection Description

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Figure 7-32 Motion Detection Page 7.7.5.1 CC5MPX Motion Detection Description The CC5MPX camera implements an adaptive motion detection scheme in order to help avoid false motion detection triggers that can occur in normal outdoor scenes. The adaptive motion detection method automatically adjusts the motion detection threshold based on the average motion characteristics of a given scene.

  • Page 68: Motion Detection Video Pre-Recording

    CC5MPX Digital Camera The sensitivity level for motion detection is the only user configurable parameter for Motion Detection operation. A value of 1 provides the least sensitive motion detect threshold setting and a value of 99 provides the most sensitive motion detect threshold setting. Motion detection can be a complicated feature to implement.

  • Page 69: Table 7-9 Motion Detection Settings

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 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 70 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.
  • Page 71 CC5MPX Digital Camera Capture to * CARD Selecting CARD enables the video 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 Memory Size reserved for video taken by Motion Detection capture (in megabytes).

  • Page 72: Save/Read Camera Settings

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 7.7.6 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 7-33 Save/Read Camera Settings PakBus Communication Settings Figure 7-34 Communication Settings Page...

  • Page 73: Still Images

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 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.

  • Page 74: Figure 7-35 Still Images Settings Page

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Still Settings #1 Still Settings #2 Table 7-12 Still Image Settings describes the variables used in the Still Image settings. 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...

  • Page 75: Table 7-12 Still Image Resolution Details

    CC5MPX Digital Camera *MM/DD/YYYY Default File Text Field This text field allows a file name to be used for the still images Name produced. The text is limited to 32 characters. * NONE * The NONE option uses the same file name for all pictures. Only 1 image name appears in a directory or is transmitted out * Date and Time (EMAIL, FTP, or PakBus)

  • Page 76: Gps Coordinates [Al: Exactly The Same As 7.6.1]

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Medium High 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 2592 x Medium 1944 1984 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 77: Internal Jumpers

    CC5MPX Digital Camera EndIf NextScan EndProg 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.

  • Page 78: External Trigger Pull-Up/Pull-Down Jumper

    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 79: 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 80: 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 81: Pakbus Communications

    CC5MPX Digital Camera Set for RS- 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 82: Pakbus Graph Operations

    CC5MPX Digital Camera retrieve data, image acquisitions could be initiated before the scheduled call (15 minutes prior) to shorten the connect times. 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.

  • Page 83: Pakbus Control Of Window Defroster Function

    CC5MPX Digital Camera To update the Banner information with values from a datalogger the variable is a String, and must be limited to 255 characters (including null terminator). The camera variable names are: CC5MPXStillBanner1 CC5MPXStillBanner2 CC5MPXVideoBanner1 CC5MPXVideoBanner2 The variable for controlling the window defroster is numeric and needs to be declared as a Long in CRBasic.

  • Page 84: Example Program - Sendvariable Instruction

    CC5MPX Digital Camera 11.3.3 Example Program – SendVariable Instruction The following example illustrates the use of the “SendVariable” instruction to alter Still Image Banner #2, as well as toggle the camera window defroster. ‘CR1000 Series Datalogger 'Declare Public Variables Public PTemp, batt_volt Public TurnDefrosterOn As Boolean Public TurnDefrosterVal As Long Public SendVarResult As Long...

  • Page 85: 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: 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.

  • Page 86: 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 87: 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 88: 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 89: 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 90: 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. The change in focus will be less noticeable if the focus is adjusted closer to the camera’s operating temperature.

  • Page 91: Operation With Communications

    CC5MPX Digital Camera TABLE 15-1 shows 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.

  • Page 92: 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 93: 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 94: Cr1000 Com Port (Control Port) Communications

    CC5MPX Digital Camera NNNN – number of files kept in the memory ring. This number muct be low enough so that the memory required for files is less than what is available in the corresponding drive. Otherwise, the USR memory will not ring and will fill up and stop.

  • Page 95: 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 96: Using Loggernet File Control

    CC5MPX Digital Camera and dates of any files that are not retrieved because of the Max Files parameter will be recorded and 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...

  • Page 97: 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 98: 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 99: 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.

  • Page 100: 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 101: 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 102: 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 103: 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 104: 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 105: 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 106: 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 107: Table 23-1 Power Mode Summary

    CC5MPX Digital Camera b. Partially On – Provides substantial reduction in power (especially with the Ethernet Power Mode set to Full Power Save). c. Deep Sleep – Provides very good power savings. The camera does not need to reboot when activated by a trigger. Recommended to use if more than 24 trigeers are expected per day.

  • Page 108: 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.

  • Page 109: Environmental Ethernet Cable

    CC5MPX Digital Camera the application calls for the use of the window defroster then the CC5MPXPWRCBL2-L is recommended. The reason for offering the 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.

  • Page 110: L18549 Mounting Kit

    Title * Maximum length 70 m (230 ft) Figure A-2 RJ45ENVCBL-L A.7 L18549 Mounting Kit Details: *Mounting kit with U-bolt and fasteners Figure A-3 L18549 Mounting Kit The L18549 can mount up to a 1.5” O.D. pipe.

  • Page 111: 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...
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  • Page 114: 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 115 Appendix Title Figure B-1 CC5MPX Window Defroster Figure B-2 Window Defroster with Lens Tube Installed...
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