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2.6 Setting the camera’s ID
To prevent damage, each camera must have a unique address (ID).
The factory default ID is 1.
Refer to the “3.10 Camera Communication” section for detailed information.
2.7 Connections
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Connecting to the RS-485 – The camera can be controlled remotely by an external
device or control system, such as a control keyboard, using RS-485 half-duplex serial
communications signals.
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Connecting HD output connector – Connect the HD output (BNC) connector to the
video input in the recorder.
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Connecting CVBS output connector – Connect the CVBS output (BNC) connector
to the video input in the recorder.
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Connecting alarms
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A1, A2, A3, A4 (alarm input 1, 2, 3, 4) – You can use external devices to signal
the camera to react to events. Mechanical or electrical switches can be wired to
the A1, A2, A3, A4 (Alarm Input 1, 2, 3, 4) and G (Ground) connectors. See ‘3 —
Program and Operation’ for more information.
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G (Ground) – NOTE: All the connectors marked G or GND are common.
Connect the ground side of the alarm input and/or alarm output to the G
(Ground) connector.
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AO1, AO2 (5VTTL alarm output 1, 2) – The camera can activate external devices
such as buzzers or lights. Connect the devices to the AO1, AO2 (alarm output 1,
2), and G (Ground) connectors. See ‘3 — Program and Operation’ for more
information.
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Connecting the power – Connect a 12VDC or 24VAC power source for the camera.
When using a 12VDC adapter, connect the positive (+) pole to the ‘+’ position and
the negative (-) pole to the ‘-’ position.
Use satisfy clause 2.5 of IEC60950-1/UL60950-1 or Certified/Listed Class 2 power
source only.