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USER MANUAL DH-HAC-HDW1200EM-A Dahua Technology
HDCVI Eyeball Camera Lite
User's Manual
V1.0.0
General
This user's manual (hereinafter referred to be "the Manual") introduces the functions, installation, and operations of the camera.
Safety Instructions
The following categorized signal words with defined meaning might appear in the Manual.
| Signal Words | Meaning | |
![]() | 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, lower performance, or unpredictable result. |
![]() | TIPS | Provides methods to help you solve a problem or save you time. |
![]() | NOTE | Provides additional information as the emphasis and supplement to the text. |
Revision History
| No. | Version | Revision Content | Release Time |
| 1 | V1.0.0 | First Release. | June 8, 2018 |
Privacy Protection Notice
As the device user or data controller, you might collect personal data of others' such as face, fingerprints, car plate number, Email address, phone number, GPS and so on. You need to be in compliance with the local privacy protection laws and regulations to protect the legitimate rights and interests of other people by implementing measures include but not limited to: providing clear and visible identification to inform data subject the existence of surveillance area and providing related contact.
About the Manual
- The Manual is for reference only. If there is inconsistency between the Manual and the actual product, the actual product shall prevail.
• We are not liable for any loss caused by the operations that do not comply with the Manual. -
The Manual would be updated according to the latest laws and regulations of related regions. For detailed information, see the paper Manual, CD-ROM, QR code or our official website. If there is inconsistency between paper User's Manual and the electronic version, the electronic version shall prevail.
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All the designs and software are subject to change without prior written notice. The product updates might cause some differences between the actual product and the Manual. Please contact the customer service for the latest program and supplementary documentation.
- There still might be deviation in technical data, functions and operations description, or errors in print. If there is any doubt or dispute, please refer to our final explanation.
- Upgrade the reader software or try other mainstream reader software if the Guide (in PDF format) cannot be opened.
- All trademarks, registered trademarks and the company names in the Manual are the properties of their respective owners.
- Please visit our website, contact the supplier or customer service if there is any problem occurred when using the device.
- If there is any uncertainty or controversy, please refer to our final explanation.

CAUTION
Electrical Safety
- All installation and operation should conform to your local electrical safety codes.
- The power source shall conform to the requirement of the Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) standard, and supply power with rated voltage which conforms to Limited power Source requirement according to IEC60950-1. Please note that the power supply requirement is subject to the device label.
- A readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the building installation wiring.
- Make sure if the camera power adapter meets the camera operating voltage requirement before powering up the device (The material and length of the power cable might influence the device voltage).
- Prevent the power cable from being trampled or pressed, especially the plug, power socket and the junction extruded from the device.
- We assume no liability or responsibility for all the fires or electrical shock caused by improper handling or installation.
Environment
- Do not aim the device at strong light to focus, such as lamp light and sun light.
- Transport, use and store the device within the range of allowed humidity and temperature.
- Keep the camera away from water or other liquid to avoid damages to the internal components.
- Keep sound ventilation to avoid heat accumulation.
- Heavy stress, violent vibration or water splash are not allowed during transportation, storage and installation.
- Pack the device with standard factory packaging or the equivalent material when transporting the device.
- It is recommended to use the device together with lightning arrester to improve lightning protection effect.
- It is recommended to ground the device to enhance reliability.
- It is recommended to use qualified video transmission cable to improve video quality. It is recommended to use RG59 coaxial cable or higher standard.

WARNING
- Use standard components or accessories provided by manufacturer and make sure the device is installed and maintained by professional engineers.
- The surface of the image sensor should not be exposed to laser beam radiation in an environment where a laser beam device is used.
- Do not provide two or more power supply sources for the device; otherwise it might damage the device.
- When the camera is in the condition of PoC power supply, do not connect any other device between the camera and PoC transceiver including UTC, Balun, optical transceiver, distributor and convertor and so on; otherwise, the device might get burned.
- PoC supply voltage is up to 52V. Do not dismantle the device during normal operation; otherwise it might cause danger to both device and users due to high voltage.
FCC Information

CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
FCC conditions:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference.
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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. This equipment generate, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the guide, may cause harmful interference to radio communication.
- For class A device, these limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial environment. Operation 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.
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For class B device, these limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Table of Contents
1 Foreword ....I
Important Safeguards and Warnings .... III
Regulatory Information......V
1 Introduction.... 1
1.1 General.... 1
1.2 Features .... 1
2 Design....2
2.1 Dimension 2
2.2 Cable 3
3 Installation....5
3.1 Installing Model A 5
3.2 Installing Model B (1) and Model B (2) 6
3.3 Installing Model C....7
3.4 Installing Model D....8
3.5 Installing Model E....10
3.6 Installing Model F....11
3.7 Installing Model G (1) and Model G (2).... 12
4 General Configuration 14
4.1 Opening Main Menu....14
4.2 Setting Audio Input 15
4.3 Operating OSD Menu....16
5 Maintenance....18
1.1 General
This series of products comply with the HDCVI standard and support the transmission of video and control signal over coaxial cable. They produce video signal with megapixel resolution and require XVR device that comply with the HDCVI standard to achieve high speed, long distance, and zero lag transmission of the signal. They are applicable to cover the high definition monitoring needs for locations with low ambient light, including road, warehouse, underground parking lot, bar, pipeline, and gas station.
1.2 Features
- 720p series support over 800 meter real-time transmission of video and control signal from RG59 cable; for 1080p and above, the distance is 500 meter.
- Support adjusting zoom and focus on XVR with motorized varifocal lens (available on select model).
• Excellent low-light performance with IR or night vision technology. - Configuring devices easily with OSD menu.
- Support switching between HD and SD outputs.
2.1 Dimension
Figure 2-1 Model A (mm [in.])

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Ø119.2 [Ø4.69"] Ø94.0 [Ø3.7"] 4-Ø4.5 [Ø0.18"]Figure 2-2 Model B (1) and Model B (2) (mm [in.])

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93.7 [3.69°] Ø106 [Ø4.17°] Ø69 [Ø2.72°] 4-Ø4.5 [Ø0.18°]Figure 2-3 Model C (mm [in.])

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79.4 [3.13°] Ø93.4 [Ø3.68°] Ø68 [Ø2.68°] 4-Ø4.5 [Ø0.18°]Figure 2-4 Model D (mm [in.])

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69.1 [2.72°] Ø85.4 [Ø3.36°] Ø70.2 [Ø2.76°] Ø4 [Ø0.16°] 2-Ø5 [Ø0.2°]Figure 2-5 Model E (mm [in.])


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3-Ø4.3 [Ø0.17°] Ø32 [Ø1.26°] Ø62 [Ø2.44°]Figure 2-6 Model F (mm [in.])

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79.3 [3.12]
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Ø97 [Ø3.82°] Ø4.5 [Ø0.18°] Ø70 [Ø2.76°] 10 °Figure 2-7 Model G (1) and Model G (2) (mm [in.])

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99.2 [3.9"]
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Ø106.0 [Ø4.17"] Ø69.0 [Ø2.72"] 4-Ø4.5 [Ø0.18"]2.2 Cable

NOTE
Cable type might vary with different cameras, and the actual product shall prevail.
Figure 2-8 Cable list

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Technical diagram of four types of electrical connectors with labeled parts and pin numbersFor more information about cable ports, see Table 2-1; for the operation method of ④ (DIP switch), see Table 2-2.
Table 2-1 Cable function
| No. | Port Name | Function |
| 1 | 12V DC Power Input | Inputs 12V DC power. Please be sure to supply power as instructed in the Manual. CAUTIONDevice abnormality or damage could occur if power is not supplied correctly. |
| 2 | Video Output | Connects to XVR to output video signal. |
| 3 | Audio Input | Connects to sound-pick-up devices to receive audio signal. |
| 4 | DIP Switch | Dial switches to change output mode. Switch up indicates "ON", switch down indicates "OFF." |
CAUTION
Table 2-2 DIP switch operation
| Switch1 | Switch2 | Output Mode |
| OFF | OFF | CVI |
| ON | ON | CVBS |
| ON | OFF | AHD |
| OFF | ON | TVI |

CAUTION
Make sure the mounting surface is strong enough to hold at least three times of the camera weight.

The following figures are for reference only, and the actual product shall prevail.
3.1 Installing Model A
Figure 3-1 Model A installation

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Technical diagram of a camera module with numbered parts for identificationTable 3-1 Installation item list
| No. | Item | No. | Item | No. | Item | No. | Item |
| 1 | Mounting surface | 2 | Expansion bolt | 3 | Pedestal | 4 | Self-tapping screw |
| 5 | Fixing ring | 6 | Enclosure | 7 | Device | — | — |
Step 1 Hold the fixing ring⑤ tightly and rotate the pedestal③ counterclockwise to take it off.
Step 2 Confirm the position of screw holes (and the cable outlet hole if it needs to go through the mounting surface①) and drill them on the mounting surface①, and then insert the expansion bolts② in the screw holes.
Step 3 Align the screw holes on the pedestal③ to those on the mounting surface①, and then pull the cable out through mounting surface or the side cable tray. Attach the pedestal ③ to the mounting surface① with the self-tapping screws④.
Step 4 Put the fixing ring⑤ and the enclosure⑥ back on to the hold the device⑦, and then connect the device⑦ to power source and the XVR device, and the live view screen is displayed.
Step 5 Aim the lens to the ideal angle, and then adjust the focus and zoom until you get clear image, see Figure 3-2. Fasten the fixing ring⑤ afterwards.
Figure 3-2 Model A adjustment

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Line drawing of a camera lens with an arrow indicating rotation (no text or symbols)3.2 Installing Model B (1) and Model B (2)
Figure 3-3 Model B (1) and Model B (2) installation

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Technical diagram of a mechanical assembly with numbered parts for identificationTable 3-2 Installation item list
| No. | Item | No. | Item | No. | Item | No. | Item |
| 1 | Mounting surface | 2 | Expansion bolt | 3 | Pedestal | 4 | Self-tapping screw |
| 5 | Device | 6 | Locking screw | 7 | Enclosure | — | — |
Step 1 Loosen the locking screw⑥ with the supplied wrench and take the pedestal③ off.
Step 2 Confirm the position of screw holes (and the cable outlet hole if it needs to go through the mounting surface①) and drill them on the mounting surface①, and then insert the expansion bolts② in the screw holes.
Step 3 Align the screw holes on the pedestal③ to those on the mounting surface①, and then pull the cable out through mounting surface or the side cable tray. Attach the pedestal ③ to the mounting surface① with the self-tapping screws④.
Step 4 Put the locking screw⑥ and the enclosure⑦ back on to the hold the device⑤, and then connect the device⑤ to power source and the XVR device, and the live view screen is displayed.
Step 5 Aim the lens to the ideal angle, and then fasten the locking screw⑥, see Figure 3-4.
Figure 3-4 Model B (1) and Model B (2) adjustment

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Diagram of a medical device with concentric layers and directional arrows indicating rotation or movement (no text or symbols)3.3 Installing Model C
Figure 3-5 Model C installation

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Technical diagram of a mechanical assembly with numbered components for identificationTable 3-3 Installation item list
| No. | Item | No. | Item | No. | Item | No. | Item |
| 1 | Mounting surface | 2 | Expansion bolt | 3 | Pedestal | 4 | Self-tapping screw |
| 5 | Device | 6 | Enclosure | 7 | Fixing ring | — | — |
Step 1 Hold the fixing ring⑦ tightly and rotate the pedestal③ counterclockwise to take it off.
Step 2 Confirm the position of screw holes (and the cable outlet hole if it needs to go through the mounting surface①) and drill them on the mounting surface①, and then insert the expansion bolts② in the screw holes.
Step 3 Align the screw holes on the pedestal③ to those on the mounting surface①, and then pull the cable out through mounting surface or the side cable tray. Attach the pedestal ③ to the mounting surface① with the self-tapping screws④.
Step 4 Put the fixing ring⑦ and the enclosure⑥ back on to the hold the device⑤, and then connect the device⑤ to power source and the XVR device, and the live view screen is displayed.
Step 5 Adjust the focus and zoom as needed and aim the lens to the ideal angle, and then fasten the fixing ring⑦, see Figure 3-6.
Figure 3-6 Model C adjustment

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Diagram of a camera lens with bidirectional arrows indicating rotation (no text or symbols)3.4 Installing Model D
Figure 3-7 Model D installation

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Exploded view diagram of a cleaning or repair device with numbered parts for identificationTable 3-4 Installation item list
| No. | Item | No. | Item | No. | Item |
| 1 | Mounting surface | 2 | Expansion bolt | 3 | Pedestal |
| 4 | Self-tapping screw | 5 | Device | 6 | Enclosure |
Step 1 Slightly squeeze the enclosure⑥ and take the pedestal③ off.
Step 2 Confirm the position of screw holes (and the cable outlet hole if it needs to go through the mounting surface①) and drill them on the mounting surface①, and then insert the expansion bolts② in the screw holes.
Step 3 Align the screw holes on the pedestal③ to those on the mounting surface①, and then pull the cable out through mounting surface or the side cable tray. Attach the pedestal ③ to the mounting surface① with the self-tapping screws④.
Step 4 Put the enclosure⑥ back on, and then connect the device⑤ to power source and the XVR device, and the live view screen is displayed.
Step 5 Aim the lens to the ideal angle, see Figure 3-8.
Figure 3-8 Model D adjustment

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Diagram of a cylindrical container with concentric rings and bidirectional arrows indicating rotation (no text or symbols)3.5 Installing Model E
Figure 3-9 Model E installation

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Exploded view diagram of a smart air conditioner with numbered parts for identificationTable 3-5 Installation item list
| No. | Item | No. | Item | No. | Item | No. | Item |
| 1 | Mounting surface | 2 | Expansion bolt | 3 | Pedestal | 4 | Screw cover |
| 5 | Self-tapping screw | 6 | Device | 7 | Enclosure | 8/9 | Locking screw |
Step 1 Loosen the locking screws⑧/⑨ with the supplied wrench and take the pedestal③ off.
Step 2 Confirm the position of screw holes (and the cable outlet hole if it needs to go through the mounting surface①) and drill them on the mounting surface①, and then insert the expansion bolts② in the screw holes.
Step 3 Align the screw holes on the pedestal③ to those on the mounting surface①, and then pull the cable out through mounting surface or the side cable tray. Put the screw covers in the screw holds on the pedestal③, and then attach the pedestal③ to the mounting surface① with the self-tapping screws④.
Step 4 Put the locking screws⑧/⑨ and the enclosure⑦ back on to the hold the device⑥, and then connect the device⑥ to power source and the XVR device, and the live view screen is displayed.
Step 5 Aim the lens to the ideal angle, and then fasten the locking screws⑧/⑨, see Figure 3-10.
Figure 3-10 Model E adjustment

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Diagram of a medical or surgical device with rotating arm and directional arrows indicating rotation (no text or symbols)3.6 Installing Model F
Figure 3-11 Model F installation

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Exploded view diagram of a cleaning or repair device with numbered parts for identificationTable 3-6 Installation item list
| No. | Item | No. | Item | No. | Item | No. | Item |
| 1 | Mounting surface | 2 | Expansion bolt | 3 | Pedestal | 4 | Self-tapping screw |
| 5 | Device | 6 | Enclosure | 7 | Fixing ring | — | — |
Step 1 Hold the fixing ring⑦ tightly and rotate the pedestal③ as the open sign shows to take the fixing ring⑦ off.
Step 2 Slightly squeeze the enclosure⑥ and take the pedestal③ off.
Step 3 Confirm the position of screw holes (and the cable outlet hole if it needs to go through the mounting surface①) and drill them on the mounting surface①, and then insert the expansion bolts② in the screw holes.
Step 4 Align the screw holes on the pedestal③ to those on the mounting surface①, and then pull the cable out through mounting surface or the side cable tray. Attach the pedestal ③ to the mounting surface① with the self-tapping screws④.
Step 5 Put the fixing ring⑦ and the enclosure⑥ back on, and then connect the device⑤ to power source and the XVR device, and the live view screen is displayed.
Step 6 Aim the lens to the ideal angle, see Figure 3-12.
Figure 3-12 Model F adjustment

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Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with rotational arrows indicating motion (no text or symbols)3.7 Installing Model G (1) and Model G (2)
Figure 3-13 Model G (1) and Model G (2) installation

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Exploded view diagram of a device with numbered parts for identificationTable 3-7 Installation item list
| No. | Item | No. | Item | No. | Item | No. | Item |
| 1 | Mounting surface | 2 | Positioning map | 3 | Expansion bolt | 4 | Pedestal |
| 5 | Self-tapping screw | 6 | Device | 7 | Locking screw | 8 | Enclosure |
Step 1 Loosen the locking screw⑦ with the supplied wrench and take the pedestal④ off.
Step 2 Confirm the position of screw holes (and the cable outlet hole if it needs to go through the mounting surface①) as the positioning map② shows and drill them on the mounting surface①, and then insert the expansion bolts③ in the screw holes.
Step 3 Align the screw holes on the pedestal④ to those on the mounting surface①, and then pull the cable out through mounting surface or the side cable tray. Attach the pedestal ④ to the mounting surface① with the self-tapping screws⑤.
Step 4 Put the locking screw⑦ and the enclosure⑧ back on to the hold the device⑥, and then connect the camera to power source and the XVR device, and the live view screen is displayed.
Step 5 The adjustment way of model G (1) is different from which of model G (2).
- For model G (1)
1) Aim the lens to the ideal angle, and then fasten the locking screw, see Figure 3-14. Figure 3-14 Model G (1 and Model G (2) adjustment

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Diagram of a camera lens with directional arrows indicating rotation and sound wave (no text or symbols)2) In the PTZ setting interface (Figure 4-5), click + or - at Zoom and Focus to adjust the zoom and focus until you get clear image.
- For model G (2), aim the lens to the ideal angle, and then fasten the locking screw, see Figure 3-14.
Power up the camera and connect it to the XVR device with coaxial cable, and then the live view screen is displayed. The following instructions will guide you to configure your camera.
NOTE
- The number of the coaxial port on XVR will display at the lower left corner of each window to indicate the corresponding camera.
• Interfaces of different XVR might vary, and the actual product shall prevail.
4.1 Opening Main Menu
Step 1 In the live view screen interface, right-click anywhere on the screen. The shortcut menu is displayed. See Figure 4-1.
Figure 4-1 Shortcut menu

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Main Menu Search Face Search PTZ View 1 View 4 View 8 View 9 Previous Screen Next Screen Camera Registration Manual Display Auto Focus Color SettingStep 2 Click Main Menu.
The Main Menu interface is displayed. See Figure 4-2.
Figure 4-2 Main menu interface

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PLAYBACK Search and playback monitoring point... ALARM Alarm setting IVS Display output configuration and POS Search and view POS overlay informa... IoT Search and view sensor data informati... FACE DETECT Face setting and search MANAGEMENT CAMERA NETWORK STORAGE SYSTEM ACCOUNT INFO
NOTE
Right-click anywhere on the screen to return to the previous interface until it goes back to the live view screen.
4.2 Setting Audio Input

NOTE
Audio signal acquisition is available on select models.
Step 1 In the Main Menu interface (Figure 4-2), select CAMERA > ENCODE > Encode. The Encode setting interface is displayed. See Figure 4-3.
Figure 4-3 Encode setting interface

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CAMERA IMAGE Encode Snapshot ENCODE CHANNEL 1 OVERLAY Main Stream Smart Codec Type Regular Compression H.264H Resolution Frame Rate(FPS) 7 Bit Rate Type CBR Quality 4 I Frame Interval 1 S Bit Rate(Kb/S) 4096 More SettingStep 2 In the Channel list, select the camera that you want to configure according to the coaxial port number.
Step 3 In the Main Stream column, click More Setting.
The More Setting interface is displayed, see Figure 4-4.
Figure 4-4 More setting interface

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More Setting Audio Encode Audio Format G711a Audio Source HDCVI Save CancelStep 4 In the More Setting interface, you can configure the audio settings.
- Enable Audio Encode function.
• In the Audio Format list, leave to the default.
• In the Audio Source list, select HDCVI.
Step 5 Click Save to save the settings.
The Encode setting interface is displayed (Figure 4-3).
Step 6 In the Encode setting interface (Figure 4-3), click Apply.
4.3 Operating OSD Menu

NOTE
The OSD menus of different cameras might vary, and the actual product shall prevail.
Step 1 In the live view screen interface, right-click within the live view window of the camera that you want to configure.
The shortcut menu (Figure 4-1) is displayed.
Step 2 Click PTZ.
The PTZ setting interface is displayed. See Figure 4-5.
Figure 4-5 PTZ setting interface

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Speed 5 - Zoom + - Focus + - Iris +Step 3 Click to see more options. See Figure 4-6.
Figure 4-6 PTZ setting options

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Speed 5 - Zoom + - Focus + - Iris + No. 0Step 4 Click

The MENU OPERATION panel is displayed. See Figure 4-7.
The OSD menu of the corresponding camera is displayed on the live view screen.
Figure 4-7 Menu Operation panel

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MENU OPERATION Enter CancelFor the function of the buttons in the MENU OPERATION panel, see Table 4-1.
Table 4-1 Menu Operation panel function
| Button | Function | Button | Function |
| Enter | Enter or confirm an item | Select item | |
| Cancel | Exit OSD menu | Change item value |
If there is "◀" as the value of an OSD item, click Enter to go to the next level of this item. Click Return to go back to the previous level. Clicking Cancel is to exit OSD menu without saving the modifications.

CAUTION
In order to maintain the image quality and proper functioning of the device, please read the following maintenance instructions carefully and hold rigid adherence.
Disassembly and Desiccant Replacement
- Carefully follow the instructions in the manual when performing any disassembly operation about the device; otherwise, it might cause water leakage or poor image quality due to unprofessional disassemble.
- Please contact after-sale service for desiccant replacement if there is condensed fog found on the lens after unpacking or when the desiccant turns green. (Not all models are included with the desiccant).
Maintaining Lens and Mirror Surface
- The lens and mirror surface are covered with antireflection coating, which could be contaminated or damaged and result in lens scratches or haze image when being touched with dust, grease, fingerprints and other similar substances.
- Do not touch the image sensor directly (CCD or CMOS). Dust and dirt could be removed with air blower, or you can wipe the lens gently with soft cloth that moistened with alcohol.
Maintaining Device Body
- Device body can be cleaned with soft dry cloth, which can also be used to remove stubborn stains when moistened with mild detergent.
- To avoid possible damage on device body coating which could cause performance decrease, do not use volatile solvent such as alcohol, benzene, diluent and so on to clean the device body, nor can strong, abrasive detergent be used.




CAUTIONDevice abnormality or damage could occur if power is not supplied correctly.