Fike FVA-IP, Installation And Operation Manual

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FVA-IP Camera Installation and Operation Manual
Revision Date: June, 2019 P/N 06-523 (Rev. 5) 11
3.0 Installation
Typical Fike Video Analytics installation is completed in four basic steps:
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Configure, and install FVA‐IP Cameras
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Install the video management system
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Install and configure Fike Video Analytics video management software on workstation
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Configure and commission the Fike Video Analytics system.
Complete instructions to perform each step are presented in the following sections and within the video management
software User manual.
NOTE: All wiring should be done according to NEC 70 practices. Cameras should be connected to 24 VDC, or 12 VDC
1A Class 2 NRTL certified for security and fire power supply.
NOTE: Power with 12‐24 VDC (UL), 12 VDC (FM) from UL listed Class 2 power supply for security or fire should be used.
POE may be used as supplemental to the listed 12 or 24 volt power supply.
NOTE : It is important to create a permanent record of all camera settings upon installation (see section 3.5) and when
any changes are made. These records will be useful for regular system maintenance and any future incident
investigation.
NOTE: The Fike Video Analytics detection system shall comply with all applicable requirements of NFPA 72, including
but not limited to, back‐up power requirements, maintenance requirements, and performance‐based installation
criteria.
NOTE: The system maintains a supplemental status to enhance fire detection and protection of assets and property.
NOTE: Only personnel trained and certified to install the FVA‐IP Camera should install and commission a Fike Video
Analytics system. Installation should be in accordance to the instructions within this manual and NFPA guidelines.
3.1 IP Camera Setup
Once the camera locations have been selected, the entire procedure will consist of the following steps:
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Unpack and inspect IP Cameras
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Power up and connect to the IP camera
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Configure camera
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Install camera and set focus.
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Commission cameras
Unpack the camera. Inspect both cameras and attached lens for defects or damage. Familiarize yourself with the
camera layout and all of it connections, Figures 5 and 6. The FVA‐IP camera offers standard power and coax video
connectors as well as an RJ45‐10 connector that accepts POE, three configurable dry contact closers, and a power out
connection for approved accessories.