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USER MANUAL TPC-BF5641-AC Dahua Technology

Thermal Network Anti-corrosion Hybrid Bullet Camera

Quick Start Guide

Abstract geometric design with gray and blue color blocks (no text or symbols)

Foreword

General

This manual introduces the installation, functions and operations of Thermal Security Bullet Camera (hereinafter referred to as "the Camera"). Read carefully before using the device, and keep the manual safe for future reference.

Safety Instructions

The following signal words might appear in the manual.

Signal Words Meaning
DANGER	Indicates a high potential hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING	Indicates a medium or low potential hazard which, if not avoided, could result in slight or moderate injury.
CAUTION	Indicates a potential risk which, if not avoided, could result in property damage, data loss, reductions in performance, or unpredictable results.
TIPS	Provides methods to help you solve a problem or save time.
NOTE	Provides additional information as a supplement to the text.

Revision History

Version	Revision Content	Release Time
V1.0.0	First release.	November 2022

Privacy Protection Notice

As the device user or data controller, you might collect the personal data of others such as their face, fingerprints, and license plate number. You need to be in compliance with your local privacy protection laws and regulations to protect the legitimate rights and interests of other people by implementing measures which include but are not limited: Providing clear and visible identification to inform people of the existence of the surveillance area and provide required contact information.

About the Manual

• The manual is for reference only. Slight differences might be found between the manual and the product.
• We are not liable for losses incurred due to operating the product in ways that are not in compliance with the manual.
• The manual will be updated according to the latest laws and regulations of related jurisdictions. For detailed information, see the paper user's manual, use our CD-ROM, scan the QR code or visit our official website. The manual is for reference only. Slight differences might be found between the electronic version and the paper version.

• All designs and software are subject to change without prior written notice. Product updates might result in some differences appearing between the actual product and the manual. Please contact customer service for the latest program and supplementary documentation.

• There might be errors in the print or deviations in the description of the functions, operations and technical data. If there is any doubt or dispute, we reserve the right of final explanation.

• Upgrade the reader software or try other mainstream reader software if the manual (in PDF format) cannot be opened.
• All trademarks, registered trademarks and company names in the manual are properties of their respective owners.
• Please visit our website, contact the supplier or customer service if any problems occur while using the device.
• If there is any uncertainty or controversy, we reserve the right of final explanation.

Important Safeguards and Warnings

This section introduces content covering the proper handling of the device, hazard prevention, and prevention of property damage. Read carefully before using the device, and comply with the guidelines when using it.

Transportation Requirements

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• Do not place heavy stress on the device, allow it to fall, violently vibrate or immerse it in liquid during transportation. Handle the device with care to avoid damaging the internal precision parts.
• The complete package is necessary for transportation and storage. It is strictly forbidden to transport the device without full packaging. Whether it is delivered by the contractor or returned to the factory for repair, we will assume no responsibility for any damage or problems caused during transportation due to the incomplete package being sent.

Storage Requirements

WARNING

• Store the device under allowed humidity and temperature conditions.
• Do not place the device in a humid, dusty, extremely hot or cold site that has strong electromagnetic radiation or poor ventilation.
• Do not place heavy stress on the device, allow it to fall or collide with other objects, violently vibrate or immerse it in liquid during storage.

Installation Requirements

DANGER

- All service personnel must have required certification or qualified training for performing installations and maintenance of electric apparatuses in environments that have explosive gas. They must also be trained and certified to work at heights, and must have knowledge and skills in the following areas:

◇ Basic knowledge and skills in installing CCTV system and components.
Basic knowledge and skills in low-voltage wiring and in connecting low-voltage electronic circuits.

- All installation and operations must conform to the local electrical safety code and standards.

- Strictly comply with the local electrical safety code and standards, and check whether the power supply is correct before operating the device.

When selecting the power adapter, the power supply requirements (such as rated voltage) are subject to the device label.

◇ We recommend using the power adapter provided with the device.

The power supply must conform to the requirements of ES1 in IEC 62368-1 standard and be no higher than PS2. Please note that the power supply requirements are subject to the device label.

● Make sure that the power is off when you connect the cables, install or disassemble the device.

• An emergency disconnect device must be installed during installation and wiring at a readily accessible location for emergency power cut-off.
• Protect the power cord and wires from being walked on or squeezed particularly at plugs, power sockets, and the point where they exit from the device.
• Do not expose the device to heat sources such as a radiator, heater, stove or other types of heating equipment. This is to avoid the risk of fire.
• Do not connect multiple devices to the same power adapter to avoid the risk of overheating or fire if the rated load is exceeded. Please use the power adapter provided by the manufacturer.

WARNING

• A high joule surge protector must be installed when using the device in environments with strong thunder storms or high induced voltage, such as in high voltage transformer substations.
• We recommend you use the device with a lightning protection device for stronger protection against lightning. For outdoor scenarios, strictly comply with the lightning protection regulations. The device must be installed by a certified lightning protection contractor.
• The lightning protection standards of buildings must be taken into consideration when designing the lightning protection and grounding for outdoor circuits. They must conform to the related national and industrial standards. The grounding device must meet the dual requirements of system anti-interference and electrical safety, and must not be short-circuited or mixed with the neutral line of the strong power grid.

• Appropriate brackets must be installed when the device cannot be used alone.
• Do not pull on the cable to avoid damaging the device.
• Do not place heavy stress on the device, allow it to collide with other objects, and do not violently vibrate or immerse it in liquid during installation.
• Do not connect the device to two or more kinds of power supplies, to avoid safety risks and damage to the device.
• Do not expose the device to environments with strong magnetic fields to avoid damage to the device.
• Do not install the device in an environment that has strong vibrations, such as in a vehicle or ship.
• Remove the electrostatic film from the visible window and the thermal imaging lens cover after installation is complete.
• Do not block the ventilation opening near the device to avoid the device being damaged from heat accumulation.
• Use the accessories suggested by the manufacturer. Installation and maintenance must be performed by qualified professionals.
• Make sure a durable and reliable waterproof treatment has been applied to the connectors of the network and power cables, to avoid damaging the device.
• Protect the accessories that come with the device for future maintenance and debugging.
• Make sure that the device is installed horizontally (the bubble inside the spirit level stays in the middle), and on a stable surface that is resistant to deformation.
• Power on the device for inspection of basic functions before installing it in a high location. This is to avoid reinstalling it if it behaves abnormally.
• Do not place the device in environments with smoke, vapor, heavy dust, or that have high temperatures to avoid damage to the device.
• If a circular connector comes with the device, make sure it is securely screwed in place. Otherwise,

the device might behave abnormally due to erosions or oxidation of the connector or the pins.

• Make sure the wire diameter of the cables meets the requirements of the corresponding distance to avoid equipment damage caused by undervoltage and overcurrent.
• Do not aim the lens at intense radiation sources (such as the sun, lasers and molten steel) to avoid damage to the thermal detector and the visible lens.
• Do the anti-corrosion protection during the device installation. We recommend you spray a layer of anti-corrosion coating on the device cover and screw installation areas after installation.

After unpacking, even if the packing bag is damaged or leaking air, the normal use of the device will not be affected.

Operation Requirements

DANGER

Do not insert foreign matter into the device to avoid the risk of short circuits, damaging the device and injuring people.

WARNING

Do not touch the heat dissipation component of the Camera or you might get burnt.

• Operating temperature: -40 °C to +70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F).
• Do not use a temperature measuring device to measure temperatures that extend beyond its measuring range.
• Do not stain or damage optical components such as the lens and glass.
• Prevent liquid from flowing into the device to avoid damage to its internal components.
• Do not place the device in a highly humid, extremely hot or cold site.
• Use the device within the allowed humidity (less than 95% RH) and altitude (less than 3000 m) conditions.
• The operating temperature of the device must meet the requirements. Refer to the device specifications for information on the allowed temperature and humidity conditions.
• Do not expose the device to corrosive environments such as coastal areas, sea areas with thick salt fog, environments with acid gas, chemical plants and the seaside.
• The cover of anti-corrosion camera is defined as a quick-wear part. You need to check the cover regularly. If there is an abnormality, please do the maintenance immediately.
• If the surface coating of the device is seriously damaged, send the device back to the manufacturer; if the surface coating of the device are slightly damaged, please spray a layer of anti-corrosion coating to protect the device under the professional guidance.

• There is a limit to the life cycle of the quick-wear parts. Make sure to use them correctly, and follow the manufacturer's recommendations and guidance. Log in to the official website for instructions on using the quick-wear parts.
• Devices suitable for low temperature environments automatically preheat before they start to work when placed in a low temperature environment. The preheat time depends on the ambient temperature. When it heats to a suitable temperature, the device starts to work normally.

Maintenance and Repair Requirements

DANGER

- The maintenance personnel of the camera must have required certification or qualified training for installing closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems. They must also be trained and certified to work at heights, and must have knowledge and skills in the following areas:

- Basic knowledge and skills in installing CCTV systems and components. - Basic knowledge and skills in low-voltage wiring and in connecting low-voltage electronic circuits.

• Do not allow liquid to get into the device to avoid damage to the internal components. If any liquid flows into the device, immediately disconnect the power supply, unplug all the cables connected to the device, and contact after-sales service.
• Cut off the power before cleaning the device to avoid the risk of electrocution.

• Use the accessories suggested by the manufacturer. Installation and maintenance must be performed by qualified professionals
• If the device produces smoke, an odd odor, noise, or behaves faulty, cut the power immediately, and contact the local dealer or service center at your earliest convenience. Do not disassemble the device. We assume no responsibility for issues caused by uninstructed maintenance.
• Clean the device body with a soft dry cloth. If there are any stubborn stains, clean them away with a soft cloth dipped in a neutral detergent, and then wipe the surface dry. Do not use volatile solvents such as ethyl alcohol, benzene, diluent, or abrasive detergents on the device to avoid damaging the coating and degrading the performance of the device.
• Use a clean cloth or lens wipe to gently wipe off the dust on the visible window. Dried stains can be washed with clean water or ordinary diluted detergent. Do not use alkaline detergents to clean the device, and do not vigorously wipe the device with a damp cloth to avoid permanently damaging the glass.

Laser Protection

LASER RADIATION

If the device is equipped with a laser beam, pay extra attention to the following:

• The laser can cause permanent damage to human eyes and skin within safe distance. Keep the device a safe distance away from humans while installing or operating the device.
• Do not use the distance measurer to measure the distance of targets that are within 50 m of the laser. The laser can permanently damage the device.
• Laser radiation can ignite flammables. Do not directly expose objects (excluding scattered or absorber) to the laser beam, and do not place volatile flammables (such as alcohol) in the working area of laser radiation products, to avoid producing laser beams or fire caused by sparks from high voltage discharge.
• Clear all the reflective objects from the working area of laser radiation products. The reflected or scattered beam of a laser can cause severe damage to eyes. Take necessary precautions when reflective objects are required for use, to minimize its reflecting and scattering range.

• Before dismantling or moving the device to another location, wait 5 minutes after the laser distance measurer finishes operating, so that the accumulated electrons inside the device can be fully discharged. This is to avoid the risk of electrocution.

• Do not touch the circuit of the distance measurer while the device is in a working state, especially the power supply of the laser, which possesses thousands of volts of voltage.

• Install the device with laser function within 3 m of distance, and make sure there are no objects obstructing it to avoid the risk of laser burn and fire.
• When using a laser beam device, avoid exposing the device surface to laser beam radiation.

Table of Contents

Foreword

Important Safeguards and Warnings....III

1 Checklist....1

2 Design....2

2.1 Dimensions.... 2
2.2 Cables....3

3 Basic Configuration....5

3.1 Initializing Camera....5
3.2 Modifying IP Address....7
3.3 Live View 8

4 Installation....10

4.1 Preparations....10

4.1.1 Checking Installation Space and Intensity....10
4.1.2 Cable Preparation....10

4.2 Installing Camera....10

4.2.1 (Optional) Installing Micro SD Card ....10
4.2.2 (Optional) Threading Cables ...... 11
4.2.3 Fixing Camera....12
4.2.4 (Optional) Installing Waterproof Connector....13
4.2.5 Connecting Cables ......13
4.2.6 Adjusting Sunshield....14
4.2.7 Adjusting Angle ....14

5 Alarm Configuration....15

Appendix 1 Lightning and Surge Protection....17

Appendix 2 Cybersecurity Recommendations....18

1 Checklist

Check the package according to the following checklist. If you find something damaged or missing, contact customer service.

Keep accessories safe for future use.

Figure 1-1 Checklist

Positioning map × 1 Screw Package ×1 Waterproof connector × 1 Wrench × 1 Threader×1(Optional) Quick start guide × 1 Legal and regulatory information × 1

Thermal network anti-corrosion hybrid bullet camera × 1 (junction box is optional)

Threader×1(Optional)

Quick start guide × 1 Legal and regulatory information × 1

2 Design

2.1 Dimensions

Figure 2-1 Dimensions (without junction box) (mm [inch])

130.2 [5.13] 120.1 [4.73] 321.0 [12.64] 97.2 [3.83] 300.9 [11.85] 2-70.0 [2.76] 2-70.0 [2.76] 4-5.0 [0.20] 4-4.5 [0.18]

Figure 2-2 Dimensions (with junction box) (mm [inch])

134.0 [5.28] 349.5 [13.76] 138.6 [5.46] 125.6 [4.95] 329.4 [12.97] 2-88.5 [3.49] Ø118.0 [Ø4.65] 3-Ø4.4 [Ø0.18] 102.2 [4.03]

2.2 Cables

The following figure of the cable is for reference only, and might differ from the actual product.

Figure 2-3 Cables (without junction box)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Figure 2-4 Port (with junction box)

4 1 2 3 5 AUDIO OUT I4 GND N1C1N2C2 II G1 I2 G2 A B DC12 GND

Table 2-1 Cable description

No.	Port	Port Name	Connector	Description
1 AUDIO OUT		Audio input/output	RCA	Outputs audio signal to external devices such as speaker.
2 AUDIO IN				Inputs analog audio signal from devices such as pick-up.
3 LAN Network port			Ethernet port	● Connects to standard Ethernet cable.● Provides power to the device with PoE.
4	ALARM_NO	Alarm out	Connects to alarm	Outputs alarm signal to alarm devices.
	ALARM_COM
	ALARM_IN1	Alarm in	devices.	Receives on-off signal of external alarm sources.
	ALARM_IN2
	ALARM_GND	ALARM_GND		Grounding terminal.
5	POWER	Power input	—	Inputs 12 VDC voltage.[IMAGE]Supply power to the Camera according to the label description.
6	RS-485	RS-485 port	—	Connects to external RS-485 device, such as PTZ.
7 VIDEO OUT		Video output port	BNC	Outputs analog video signals.Connects to TV monitor to view images.

3 Basic Configuration

For first-time login, set a password for the admin account (admin by default).

The figures in this manual are for reference only, and might differ from the actual interface. For more details, see Thermal Hybrid Camera_Web Operation Manual.

3.1 Initializing Camera

Device initialization is required for the first-time use. This manual is based on the operation on the web interface. You can also initialize device through ConfigTool, NVR, or platform devices.

• To ensure the device safety, keep the password properly after initialization and change the password regularly.
• When initializing device, keep the PC IP and device IP in the same network.

Step 1 Open IE browser, enter the IP address of the device in the address bar, and then press the Enter key.

The IP is 192.168.1.108 by default.

Figure 3-1 Region Setting

Device Initialization Region Setting Time Zone Setting Password Setting P2P Area Language Language: English Video Standard: NTSC Next

Step 2 Select the area, language, and video standard according to the actual situation, and then click Next.

Figure 3-2 Time zone setting

Device Initialization Region Setting — Time Zone Setting Password Setting P2P Date Format YYYY-MM-DD Time Zone (UTC-08:00)Pacific Time (US & Canada) System Time 2020-08-13 17:12:46 Sync PC Will be modified as 2020-08-13 01:12:46 Next

Step 3 Configure the time parameters, and then click Next.

Figure 3-3 Password setting

Device Initialization Region Setting ———— Time Zone Setting ———— Password Setting P2P Username admin New Password ••••••••• Confirm Password •••••••• Reserved Email For password reset. Recommended or improved in time. Next

Step 4 Set the password for admin account.

Table 3-1 Description of password configuration

Parameter Description
Username The default username is admin.
Password	The password must consist of 8 to 32 non-blank characters and contain at least two types of characters among upper case, lower case, number, and special character (excluding '' ; : &). Set a high security level password according to the password security notice.
Confirm password
Reserved email	Enter an email address for password resetting, and it is selected by default.When you need to reset the password of the admin account, a security code for password resetting will be sent to the reserved email address.

Step 5 Click Next, and then P2P interface is displayed.

Figure 3-4 P2P

Device Initialization Region Setting Time Zone Setting Password Setting P2P P2P The Imou will be enabled to assist you in remotely managing your device. We need to collect your IP address, MAC address, device name, device SN after enabling Imou and connecting to the Internet. All collected info is used only for the purpose of remote access. Please un-select the check box if you do not agree to enable the Imou function. Please scan the QR code on the actual interface. End

3.2 Modifying IP Address

Set the IP address for the network segment to allow the Camera to access the network.

Step 1 Select > Network > TCP/IP.

Figure 3-5 TCP/IP

TCP/IP Host Name TPCDome ARP/Ping NIC Wired(Default) Mode Static DHCP MAC Address IP Version IPv4 IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Preferred DNS Alternate DNS Apply Refresh Default

Step 2 Configure TCP/IP parameters.

Step 3 Click Apply.

3.3 Live View

Make sure that the Camera can access the network and check the video after configuring the network.

Step 1 Log in to the web page of the Camera.

The default username is admin, and the password is the one that was set during initialization.

Step 2 Click Login and then the system will display the web main page.

You will be prompted to install a plug-in for first-time system login. Please download and install the plug-in. The web page will refresh automatically after the plug-in is installed, and then the live video will be displayed.

Figure 3-6 Live view

Thermal Camera Live Video Stream CAM 1 CAM 2 2022-05-09 11:02:39 00:00 IPI2 Control IPI2 Function Image Adjustment Thermal

4 Installation

4.1 Preparations

4.1.1 Checking Installation Space and Intensity

• Make sure the place where the Camera is installed has enough space to hold the Camera and its mounting accessories.
• Make sure the mounting surface can sustain at least 8 times the weight of the Camera and its mounting structural components.

4.1.2 Cable Preparation

Power Cord

To extend the power cord you have received, evaluate the distance you want to extend to and select the appropriate cord diameter.

Table 4-1 Power cord description

Wire Diameter [in (mm)]	Distance [ft (m)]
0.030 (0.800) 61.06 (18.61)
0.040 (1.000) 95.41 (29.08)
0.050 (1.250) 149.08 (45.44)
0.080 (2.000) 381.66 (116.33)

Other Signal Cable

To extend signal cable you have received (such as alarm input/output cable and RS-485 cable), use wires that have a diameter of 0.56 mm (24 AWG) and above as the signal cables.

4.2 Installing Camera

WARNING

Tighten all the screws, otherwise the accuracy of the PTZ rotating angle, vibration resistance, and service life will be affected.

4.2.1 (Optional) Installing Micro SD Card

• Install Micro SD card to save recordings to local storage.
• If you need to uninstall the Micro SD card, you can gently push the Micro SD card. The elastic component inside can pop up the Micro SD card.
• The installation method is the same for the camera with a junction box or without a junction box.

This section uses the camera without junction box as an example.

• Cut off power before installation.
• Do not press the reset button during installation. Press and hold the reset button for 10 seconds and the Camera will be restored to factory settings.
• Before closing and fastening the protective cover, make sure the waterproof ring is well placed; Otherwise, it will affect waterproof performance of the Camera.

Step 1 Place the Camera in the horizontal position. Use the provided wrench to unscrew two screws, and then remove the SD card cover.

Step 2 Insert Micro SD card in the horizontal direction shown by the arrows.

Figure 4-1 Install Micro SD card

Technical diagram of a device with labeled components and a close-up view showing internal components like RESET and USB.

Table 4-2 Component description

No. Description
1 Micro SD card slot
2 Debug port
3 Reset button

4.2.2 (Optional) Threading Cables

For the Camera with a junction box, thread cables through the waterproof plugs. This section uses threading the network cable as an example.

Figure 4-2 Thread the network cable

graph TD
    A["1: Top view"] --> B["2: Close-up view"]
    B --> C["3: Directional changes in mechanical parts"]
    C --> D["4: Final view with no visible text or symbols"]

4.2.3 Fixing Camera

Figure 4-3 Fix camera (without junction box)

Diagram showing three steps of a surveillance camera setup: tool, screen, and mounted device.

Figure 4-4 Fix camera (with junction box)
1
2
3

Diagram showing a drill bit and a 3D object with light rays, no text or symbols present

4

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with a shaft and housing (no text or symbols)

5

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with a cylindrical shaft and mounting bracket (no text or symbols)

4.2.4 (Optional) Installing Waterproof Connector

This section is only needed when a waterproof connector comes with the Camera and the Camera is used outdoors.

Figure 4-5 Install waterproof connector for network port

graph TD
    A["Step 1: Initial connector"] --> B["Step 2: Insert cable"]
    B --> C["Step 3: Close-up cable"]
    C --> D["Step 4: Close-up cable with plastic plug"]
    D --> E["Step 5: Final cable connection"]

4.2.5 Connecting Cables

Connect cables, such as power, RS-485, alarm input and output, and then wrap the connectors of

cables with waterproof insulating tape. For details, see "2.2 Cables".

4.2.6 Adjusting Sunshield

The adjusting method is the same for the camera with a junction box or without a junction box. This section uses the camera without junction box as an example.

Figure 4-6 Adjust sunshield

4.2.7 Adjusting Angle

The adjusting method is the same for the camera with a junction box or without a junction box. This section uses the camera without junction box as an example.

Make sure that loosen the screws before adjusting the angles of the camera, and then tighten them. Avoid rotating the Camera 360° when the Camera and the pedestal are in a 90° angle with the screws tightened.

Figure 4-7 Adjust angle ② ①

5 Alarm Configuration

The camera can connect to external alarm input/output device through input/output port.

Cut off power before connecting cables.

Step 1 Connect the alarm input device to the alarm input port of I/O cable.

Alarm input: input signal is idle or grounded and the device can collect different states of alarm input port.

• When input signal is 3.3 V or idle, the Camera collects logic "1".
• When input signal is grounded, the Camera collects logic "0."

Figure 5-1 Alarm input

graph LR
    A["Ground Wire"] --> B["Alarm Input"]
    B --> C["Thermal Camera"]
    C --> D["Collecting"]

Step 2 Connect alarm output device to alarm output port of I/O cable. Alarm output is a relay switch output. The alarm output port can only be connected to NO alarm device. Alarm output: Port ALARM_OUT and ALARM_COM form a switch to provide alarm output. Normally the switch is on. The switch will be turned off when there is an alarm output.

ALARM_OUT1 can only be used together with ALARM_COM1 while ALARM_OUT2 can only be used together with ALARM_COM2 when connecting to alarm devices.

Figure 5-2 Alarm output

graph TD
    A["ALARM_COM"] --> B["Thermal Camera"]
    C["ALARM_OUT"] --> B
    B --> D["Alarm"]
    B --> E["Output"]

Step 3 Open web interface, select Setting > Event > Alarm.

Step 4 Select > Event > Alarm.

Step 5 Click next to Enable to enable alarm linkage.

Figure 5-3 Alarm linkage

Enable Alarm-in Port Alarm-in Port1_1 Schedule Full Time Add Schedule Anti-dither 0 sec (0-100) Sensor Type NO +Event Linkage Send Email Enabled Alarm-out Port Enabled Alarm Channel 1 2 Post-alarm 3 sec (3-300) Audio Linkage Enabled Play Count 5 (1-15) File alarm1.pcm Warning Light Enabled Mode Flicker Flicker Frequency Medium Stay Time 10 (5-30) Time Apply Refresh Default

Step 6 Select an alarm-in port and a sensor type.

• In the Relay-in list, select the alarm input port of I/O cable. Set the sensor type as NO if alarm input device generates high electrical level when alarm occurs, and NC if it generates low electrical level..
• In the Relay-out list, select the alarm output port of I/O cable.

Step 7 Click Apply.

Appendix 1 Lightning and Surge Protection

The Camera adopts TVS lightning protection technology. It can effectively prevent damage from various pulse signals below 6000 V, such as a sudden lighting and surge. However, you still need to take necessary precaution measures in accordance with your local electrical safety code when installing the Camera in outdoor environment.

• The distance between the signal transmission cable and high-voltage device (or high-voltage cable) shall be at least 50 m.
• Outdoor cable layout shall go under the penthouse if possible.
• For vast land, use sealing steel tube under the land to implement cable layout and make sure that both ends of the tube are equipotentially grounded. Open floor cable layout is forbidden.
• For vast land, install a 10 KA lightning rod near the Camera's power input port and Ethernet port. For Camera with AC to DC power adapter, install a 10 KA lightning rod near the output port of the adapter.
• For Camera installed on iron tower, if there is a high-performance grounding bar on the tower, connect the Camera grounding wire to the bar. If there is no grounding bar, use multiple copper cable whose cross-sectional area are not less than 16 mm ^2 to connect the Camera grounding wire into the ground.
• Make sure that the Camera is over 3 m away from the top point of tower lightning rod and within protection area against direct lighting.
• In area of strong thunderstorm or near high sensitive voltage (such as near high-voltage transformer substation), install additional high-power thunder protection device or lightning rod.
• The thunder protection and earth grounding of the outdoor devices and cables shall be considered based on the whole thunder protection of the building and conform to your local or industry standards.
• The system shall adopt equal-potential wiring. The grounding devices shall meet anti-jamming requirements and at the same time conforms to your local electrical safety code.
• The grounding devices shall not be connected to N (neutral) line of high voltage power grid or mixed with other wires. When you connect the system to the ground alone, the grounding resistance shall not be more than 4Ω and the cross-sectional area of grounding cable shall be no less than 25 mm ^2 .

Appendix Figure 1-1 Install lighting protection Radius: 60 m The lightning rod Video arrester Communication arrester Power arrester Grounding conductor resistance is not greater than 4.0 Steel tube protector The Camera must be mounted within a 60 m-radius arc between the top of the ball and the lightning rod and the ground

Appendix 2 Cybersecurity Recommendations

Mandatory actions to be taken for basic device network security:

1. Use Strong Passwords

Please refer to the following suggestions to set passwords:

• The length should not be less than 8 characters.
• Include at least two types of characters; character types include upper and lower case letters, numbers and symbols.
• Do not contain the account name or the account name in reverse order.
• Do not use continuous characters, such as 123, abc, etc.
• Do not use overlapped characters, such as 111, aaa, etc.

2. Update Firmware and Client Software in Time

• According to the standard procedure in Tech-industry, we recommend to keep your device (such as NVR, DVR, IP camera, etc.) firmware up-to-date to ensure the system is equipped with the latest security patches and fixes. When the device is connected to the public network, it is recommended to enable the "auto-check for updates" function to obtain timely information of firmware updates released by the manufacturer.
• We suggest that you download and use the latest version of client software.

"Nice to have" recommendations to improve your device network security:

1. Physical Protection

We suggest that you perform physical protection to device, especially storage devices. For example, place the device in a special computer room and cabinet, and implement well-done access control permission and key management to prevent unauthorized personnel from carrying out physical contacts such as damaging hardware, unauthorized connection of removable device (such as USB flash disk, serial port), etc.

2. Change Passwords Regularly

We suggest that you change passwords regularly to reduce the risk of being guessed or cracked.

3. Set and Update Passwords Reset Information Timely

The device supports password reset function. Please set up related information for password reset in time, including the end user's mailbox and password protection questions. If the information changes, please modify it in time. When setting password protection questions, it is suggested not to use those that can be easily guessed.

4. Enable Account Lock

The account lock feature is enabled by default, and we recommend you to keep it on to guarantee the account security. If an attacker attempts to log in with the wrong password several times, the corresponding account and the source IP address will be locked.

5. Change Default HTTP and Other Service Ports

We suggest you to change default HTTP and other service ports into any set of numbers between 1024–65535, reducing the risk of outsiders being able to guess which ports you are using.

6. Enable HTTPS

We suggest you to enable HTTPS, so that you visit Web service through a secure communication channel.

7. MAC Address Binding

We recommend you to bind the IP and MAC address of the gateway to the device, thus reducing

the risk of ARP spoofing.

8. Assign Accounts and Privileges Reasonably

According to business and management requirements, reasonably add users and assign a minimum set of permissions to them.

9. Disable Unnecessary Services and Choose Secure Modes

If not needed, it is recommended to turn off some services such as SNMP, SMTP, UPnP, etc., to reduce risks.

If necessary, it is highly recommended that you use safe modes, including but not limited to the following services:

• SNMP: Choose SNMP v3, and set up strong encryption passwords and authentication passwords.
• SMTP: Choose TLS to access mailbox server.
• FTP: Choose SFTP, and set up strong passwords.
• AP hotspot: Choose WPA2-PSK encryption mode, and set up strong passwords.

10. Audio and Video Encrypted Transmission

If your audio and video data contents are very important or sensitive, we recommend that you use encrypted transmission function, to reduce the risk of audio and video data being stolen during transmission.

Reminder: encrypted transmission will cause some loss in transmission efficiency.

11. Secure Auditing

• Check online users: we suggest that you check online users regularly to see if the device is logged in without authorization.
• Check device log: By viewing the logs, you can know the IP addresses that were used to log in to your devices and their key operations.

12. Network Log

Due to the limited storage capacity of the device, the stored log is limited. If you need to save the log for a long time, it is recommended that you enable the network log function to ensure that the critical logs are synchronized to the network log server for tracing.

13. Construct a Safe Network Environment

In order to better ensure the safety of device and reduce potential cyber risks, we recommend:

• Disable the port mapping function of the router to avoid direct access to the intranet devices from external network.
• The network should be partitioned and isolated according to the actual network needs. If there are no communication requirements between two sub networks, it is suggested to use VLAN, network GAP and other technologies to partition the network, so as to achieve the network isolation effect.
• Establish the 802.1x access authentication system to reduce the risk of unauthorized access to private networks.
• Enable IP/MAC address filtering function to limit the range of hosts allowed to access the device.