DS-2CE56F7T-VPIT - Security Camera Hikvision - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Dome Security Camera
Brand	Hikvision
Model	DS-2CE56F7T-VPIT
Image Sensor	2 MP CMOS
Resolution	1920 × 1080 (2MP)
Minimum Illumination	0.01 Lux @ (F1.2, AGC ON), 0 Lux with IR
IR Range	Up to 20 m (65 ft)
Day/Night	Color, B/W, Smart (auto-switch with IR cut filter)
Wide Dynamic Range	True WDR
Backlight Compensation	Yes, adjustable level 0-8
White Balance	ATW, MWB (R/B gain adjustable)
Smart IR	Yes, adjustable level 0-3
Digital Noise Reduction	Yes, 2D DNR, adjustable level 1-10
Video Output	CVBS (analog)
Lens Type	Fixed focal, 2.8 mm or 3.6 mm (optional)
Pan Range	0° to 355°
Tilt Range	0° to 75° (2.8 mm: 0° to 65°)
Rotation Range	0° to 355°
Power Supply	DC 12V
Power Consumption	Max. 4 W (with IR)
Dimensions (Dia. × H)	Approx. 110 mm × 95 mm (4.3" × 3.7")
Weight	Approx. 0.3 kg (0.66 lb)
Housing	Plastic dome, white
Mounting	Ceiling (direct or with inclined base) or wall (with optional bracket)
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)

Frequently Asked Questions - DS-2CE56F7T-VPIT Hikvision

How do I adjust the camera viewing angle?

The camera features a 3-axis design. Loosen the tilt adjustment screw to adjust the tilt angle (0° to 75°), rotate the camera body for pan (0° to 355°), and also for rotation (0° to 355°). Refer to the manual for detailed steps.

Can I use this camera outdoors?

The camera is rated for outdoor use with an IP66 rating (if specified in the full specs). The manual indicates installation in ceilings or walls, but ensure proper weatherproofing for external mounts.

What is the minimum illumination required for color images?

The camera requires 0.01 Lux at F1.2 with AGC ON for color images. In complete darkness, the IR LEDs provide illumination for black-and-white images.

How do I enable Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)?

Access the main menu via a DVR controller, go to AE > EXPOSURE MODE, and select WDR. You can adjust the WDR level in the submenu.

How do I reset the camera to factory settings?

In the main menu, navigate to RESET and press OK. All settings will revert to default values.

What type of power supply does the camera require?

The camera operates on DC 12V power. Connect the included power cord to a suitable power source (sold separately). Ensure the voltage is stable.

How do I adjust the Smart IR intensity?

Go to DAY/NIGHT menu, select SMART mode, then set SMART IR value from 0 to 3. Higher values increase intensity in close-up scenes to prevent overexposure.

Can I mirror or flip the image?

Yes. In VIDEO SETTING, choose MIRROR option: H (horizontal flip), V (vertical flip), or HV (both). DEFAULT disables mirror.

How do I set the white balance manually?

In WB menu, select MWB mode. Adjust R GAIN and B GAIN values (0-255) to fine-tune the red and blue color components.

What is the maximum cable length for video transmission?

For analog CVBS, typical maximum cable length is 300 m (984 ft) using RG59 coaxial cable. Use proper cable and connectors to avoid signal loss.

USER MANUAL DS-2CE56F7T-VPIT Hikvision

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TURBO HD D(F)7T Series Dome Camera

User Manual

UD00416B

www.hikvision.com

User Manual

Thank you for purchasing our product. If there are any quesons, or requests, please do not hesitate to contact the dealer.

This manual applies to model DS-2CE56D(F)7T-VPIT.

This manual may contain several technical incorrect places or prinng errors, and the content is subject to change without noce. The updates will be added to the new version of this manual. We will readily improve or update the products or procedures described in the manual.

Privacy Noce

Surveillance laws vary by jurisdicon. Check all relevant laws in your jurisdicon before using all this product for surveillance purpose to ensure that your use of this product conforms.

Regulatory Informaon

FCC Informaon

FCC compliance: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protecon against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instrucon manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communicaons. Operaon of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

FCC Conditions

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operaon is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operaon

EU Conformity Statement

This product and - if applicable - the supplied accessories too are marked with "CE" and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized European standards listed under the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.

2002/96/EC (WEEE direcve): Products marked with this symbol cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the European Union. For proper recycling, return this product to your local supplier

upon the purchase of equivalent new equipment, or dispose of it at designated collecon points. For more informaon see: www.recyclethis.info.

2006/66/EC (baery direcve): This product contains a baery that cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the European Union. See the product documentaon for specic baery informaon. The baery is marked with this symbol, which may include leering to indicate cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), or mercury (Hg). For proper recycling, return the baery to your supplier or to a designated collecon point. For more informaon see: www.recyclethis.info.

Industry Canada ICES-003 Compliance

This device meets the CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A) standards requirements.

1.1 Product Features

This series of camera adopts high performance sensor and advanced circuit board design technology. It features high resolution, low distortion, and low noise, etc. It is suitable for surveillance system and image process system.

The main features are as follows:

● High performance CMOS sensor and high resolution bring high-quality image;
● Low illuminaon, 0.01 Lux @ (F1.2, AGC ON), 0 Lux with IR;
- IR cut Iter with auto switch;
- OSD menu, parameters are congorable;
● Auto white balance and internal synchronizaon;
● SMART IR mode;
- True WDR;
● Advanced 3-axis design meets dierent installaon requirements;

1.2 Overview

DC 12V Power Cord Mouning Base P Posion Bracket IR LED Lens Black Liner Bubble Safety Rope

Figure 1-1 Overview of Dome Camera

2 Installaon

Before you start:

• Please make sure that the device in the package is in good condion and all the assembly parts are included.
• Make sure that all the related equipment is power-o during the installaon.
• Check the specicaon of the products for the installaon environment.
• Check whether the power supply is matched with your required output to avoid damage.
• Please make sure the wall is strong enough to withstand three mes the weight of the camera and the moung.
• If the wall is the cement wall, you need to insert expansion screws before you install the camera. If the wall is the wooden wall, you can use self-tapping screw to secure the camera.
• If the product does not funcon properly, please contact your dealer or the nearest service center. Do not disassemble the camera for repair or maintenance by yourself.

2.1 Ceiling Mounng

2.1.1 Ceiling Mounng without Inclined Base

Steps:

1. Disassemble the dome camera by loosening three screw of the bubble, and then take apart the bubble, as shown in Figure 2-1.

Screw

Figure 2-1 Disassemble the Camera

- Three screws on the bubble are all drop-proof screws. You don't have to loosen them completely.

● The safety rope is hung on the bubble and the moung base. Do not drag the camera in case of the damage.

1. Aach the drill template (supplied) to the place where you want to x the camera, and then drill the screw holes and the cable hole in the ceiling according to the drill template.

Drill Template See the circular profile and see the Matrapping

Figure 2-2 Drill Template

1. Fix the moung base to the ceiling with the screws.

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a rotating component with force arrows (no text or labels)

Figure 2-3 Fix the Mounng Base and Camera

1. Route the cables through the cable hole and connect the video cables and power cord.

2. Adjust the camera according to Figure 2-4 to get an opmum angle.

1). Rotate the camera body to adjust the pan angle [0^ to 355^] .
2). Loosening the T direcon screw to adjust the lt angle [0° to 75°]. For 2.8mm lens models, the lt angle range is [0° to 65°].
3). Rotate the camera body to adjust the rotaon posion angle [0° to 355°].

Tilt Adjusng Screw

Rotaon Posion Range

[0^ - 355^]

Tilt Posion Range

[0^ - 75^]

Figure 2-4 3-axis Adjustment

1. Install the bubble to the camera and ghten three screws.

Figure 2-5 Fix the Camera to the Ceiling

2.1.2 Ceiling Mounng with Inclined Base

Steps:

1. Aach the drill template (supplied) and then drill the screw holes and the cable hole in the ceiling.

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Figure 2-6 Disassemble the Camera

1. Install the inclined base to the ceiling according to the template and x the screws to secure the base.

Figure 2-7 Fix the Inclined Base to the Ceiling

1. Repeat step 1-6 of 2.1.1 to install the camera to the inclined base.

2.2 Wall Mounng with Bracket

You need to purchase a bracket/pendent cap separately if you adopt wall mounng with bracket/pendent cap.

2.2.1 Wall Mounng with Plasc Bracket

Steps:

1. Aach the drill template (supplied) and then drill the screw holes and the cable hole in the ceiling.

Figure 2-8 Drill Template

1. Install the bracket onto the wall according to the template and x the screws to secure the bracket.

Simple line drawing of a grid with four corner markers, no text or symbols present

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with mounting bracket and gear mechanism (no text or symbols)

Figure 2-9 Fix the Bracket onto the Wall

1. Repeat steps 1-5 of 2.1.1 to x the dome camera with the plasc bracket.
2. Secure the camera to the moung base.

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Technical line drawing of a mechanical clamp or bracket assembly (no text or symbols)

Figure 2-10 Secure the Camera

2.2.2 Wall Mounng with Metallic Bracket

Steps:

1. Aach the drill template (supplied) and then drill the screw holes and the cable hole in the ceiling, as shown in Figure 2-8.
2. Install the bracket onto the wall according to the template and x the screws to secure the bracket.
3. Fix the pendent cap onto the bracket, as shown in Figure 2-11.

Simple line drawing of a hand holding a wall-mounted tool with an upward arrow, no text or symbols present.

Simple line drawing of a mechanical clamp or bracket assembly mounted on a wall (no text or symbols)

Figure 2-11 Fix the Pendent Cap

1. Repeat steps 1-5 of 2.1.1 to x the dome camera with the metallic bracket.
2. Secure the camera to the moung base.

2.2.3 Wall Mounng with Pendent Cap

Steps:

1. Fix the pendent cap bracket on the wall, as shown in Figure 2-12.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical bracket assembly (no text or symbols)

Figure 2-12 Install the Pendent Cap

1. Fix the adapter to the pendent cap with two screws. (Oponal)

Technical diagram of a mechanical assembly with mounting bracket and bearing housing (no text or symbols)

Figure 2-13 Install the Adapter to the Pendent Cap

1. Repeat step 1-8 of 2.1.1 to install the camera to the pendent cap.

2.3 Pendent Mounng with Pendent Bracket

Steps:

1. Fix the pendent mount bracket in the ceiling and ghten the screws, as shown in Figure 2-14.

Technical line drawing of two mechanical components with mounting holes and a pull-up force indicator (no text or symbols)

Figure 2-14 Install the Pendent Cap

1. Disassemble the dome camera by loosening three screw of the bubble, and take apart the bubble.

2. Fix the camera to the juncon box by ghtening screws

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Figure 2-15 Install the Adapter to the Pendent Cap

1. Fix the juncon box with the bracket by rotang the box, as shown in Figure 2-16.

Technical line drawing of two mechanical components with flanged ends and central shaft (no text or symbols)

Figure 2-16 Fix the Juncon Box with Pendent Bracket

1. Repeat steps 3-5 of 2.1.1 to fix the camera with the pendent bracket and adjust the surveillance angle.

3 Menu Descripon

SETUP

	FORMAT		MAIN MENU
	AE WB		DAY&NIGHT	VIDEOSETTING	RESET
			CONTRAST		SAVE&EXIT
BRIGHTNESS	ATW	COLOR
EXPOSUREMODE	MWB	B/W	SHARPNESS
GAIN		SMART	COLORGAIN
			DNR
			MIRROR

Figure 3-1 Main Menu Overview

- With a camera controller (purchased separately) or calling the preset No. 95 of DVR you can select the menu and adjust the parameters.

- Move the cursor up/down to select the menu item.

- Move the cursor le/right to adjust the value of the selected item.

- Press the OK key to conrm a selecon.

3.1 Format

Move the cursor to FORMAT, and press the menu buon to enter the FORMAT sub menu. You can set the format of camera and conrm.

3.2 Main Menu

3.2.2 AE (Auto Exposure)

AE describes the brightness-related parameters. You can adjust the image brightness by the BRIGHTNESS, EXPOSURE MODE, and GAIN in different light conditions.

EXPOSURE
BRIGHTNESS	5
EXPOSURE MODE	BLC
LV	5
GAIN	MIDDLE
RETURN

Figure 3-2 AE

BRIGHTNESS

Brightness refers to the brightness of the image. You can set the brightness value from 1 to 10 to darken or brighten the image. The higher the value is, the brighter the image is.

EXPOSURE MODE

You can set AE mode as GLOBLE, BLC, and WDR.

GLOBE

GLOBE refers to the normal exposure mode which is for adjusting the situations including unusual light distribution, variation, non-standard processing, or other conditions of under exposure to get an opmum image.

● BLC (Backlight Compensaon)

BLC (Backlight Compensaon) compensate light to the object in the front to make it clear, but this causes the over-exposure of the background where the light is strong.

When BLC is selected as the exposure mode, the BLC level can be adjusted from 0 to 8.

● WDR (Wide Dynamic Range)

The wide dynamic range (WDR) funcon helps the camera provide clear images even under back light circumstances. WDR balances the brightness level of the whole image and provide clear images with details.

GAIN

It optimizes the clarity of image in poor light scene. The GAIN level can be set to HIGH, MIDDLE, and LOW. Select OFF to disable the GAIN funcon.

The noise will be amplified if the GAIN is on.

3.2.3 WB (White Balance)

White balance is the white rendition funcon of the camera to adjust the color temperature according to the environment. It can remove the unrealisc color casts in the image. You can set WB mode as ATW, and MWB.

ATW

In ATW mode, white balance is being adjusted automatically according to the color temperature of the scene illuminaon.

MWB

You can set the R GAIN/B GAIN value from 0 to 255 to adjust the shades of red/blue color of the image.

WB
MODE	MWB
R GAIN	5
B GAIN	5
RETURN

Figure 3-3 MWB Mode

3.2.4 DAY-NIGHT

Color, B/W, and SMART are selectable for DAY and NIGHT switches.

COLOR

The image is colored in day mode all the me.

B/W

The image is black and white all the me, and the IR LED turns on in the low-light conditions.

SMART

You can select to turn on/o the INFRARED and set the value of SMART IR in this menu.

DAY/NIGHT

MODE	SMART
INFRARED	OPEN
SMART IR	1
RETURN

Figure 3-4 Day & Night

INFRARED

You can select to turn on/o the IR LED to response to the requirements of dierent circumstances.

SMART IR

The Smart IR funcon is used to adjust the light to its most suitable intensity, and to prevent the image from over exposure. The SMART IR value can be adjusted from 0 to 3. The higher the value is, the more obvious eects are, and it is disabled when the value is 0.

3.2.5 VIDEO SETTING

Move the cursor to VIDEO SETTING and press the conrm buon to enter the submenu. CONTRAST, SHARPNESS, COLOR GAIN, DNR and MIRROR are adjustable.

VIDEO SETTING

CONTRAST	5
SHARPNESS	5
COLOR GAIN	5
DNR	5
MIRROR	DEFAULT

RETURN
Figure 3-5 Video Seng

CONTRAST

This feature enhances the dience in color and light between parts of an image. You can set the CONTRAST value from 1 to 10.

SHARPNESS

Sharpness determines the amount of detail an imaging system can reproduce. You can set the SHARPNESS value from 1 to 10.

COLOR GAIN

Adjust this feature to change the saturaton of the color. The value ranges from 1 to 10.

DNR (Digital Noise Reducon)

The DNR funcon can decrease the noise effect, especially when capturing moving images in low light conditions and delivering more accurate and sharp image quality.

You can set the DNR value from 1 to 10.

MIRROR

DEFAULT, H, V, and HV are selectable for mirror.

DEFAULT: The mirror funcon is disabled.

H: The image ips 180 degree horizontally.

V: The image ips 180 degree vercally.

HV: The image ips 180 degrees both horizontally and vercally.

3.2.6 RESET

Reset all the sengs to the default.

3.2.7 SAVE &EXIT

Move the cursor to SAVE &EXIT and press OK to save the seng and exit the menu.