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MAIN MENU > VIDEO FORMAT

2M30 (default) = NTSC video format.

2M25 = PAL video format.

MAIN MENU > EXPOSURE

EXPOSURE setup contains settings for 

EXPOSURE MODE and AGC.

 

 EXPOSURE MODE:

 Set camera exposure mode 

to GLOBAL (default), BLC, WDR, or HLC.

GLOBAL (default)

Global (normal) exposure mode calibrates the image exposure based on the overall 

scene brightness.

BLC (Back Light Compensation)

BLC feature optimizes exposure in the foreground and background of the video 

image through digital signal processing. BLC corrects image areas with extremely 

high or low levels of light to maintain a normal and usable level of light for the 

object in focus.

WDR (Wide Dynamic Range)

Wide Dynamic Range uses the image sensor to prevent direct bright light 

from washing out the video image. This feature is especially useful in indoor 

installations, where the camera’s field of view includes an entryway or a window, 

which lets in a lot of natural light. WDR feature is able to normalize the exposure 

for the underexposed object in focus inside and overexposed background outside.

HLC (Highlight Compensation)

HLC feature senses strong sources of light in video (e.g. floodlights) and 

compensates for exposure in these spots to enhance overall video quality.

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AGC (AUTOMATIC GAIN CONTROL): 

Set camera’s AGC to HIGH (default), MEDIUM, 

or LOW. AGC enhances the video quality in low light conditions. 

Note: The higher AGC level, the higher the image noise level.

MAIN MENU > DAY/NIGHT

DAY/NIGHT setup contains settings for DAY/

NIGHT MODE, IR LIGHT, SMART IR, LEVEL, DAY 

TO NIGHT THRESHOLD, and NIGHT TO DAY 

THRESHOLD.

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MODE:

 Set the camera to AUTO (default), 

COLOR or B&W mode.

AUTO (default): 

When set to AUTO, 

the camera will switch between COLOR 

and B&W modes depending on the level 

of ambient light. The sensitivity can be 

configured in D->N THRESHOLD and N->D THRESHOLD settings.

COLOR: 

Set the camera to COLOR mode to keep it permanently in the daytime 

mode. Note, activating COLOR mode will disable all IR-related features.

B&W:

 Set the camera to B&W mode to keep it permanently in the nighttime 

(black-and-white) mode. 

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IR LIGHT:

 Set the camera’s IR light ON or OFF. Note: Do not turn the IR LIGHT off 

when camera is set to B&W mode.  Am51 supports IR distance of up to 40 meters 

(130 feet). 
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SMART IR:

 Smart IR feature prevents video over-/underexposure by adjusting the 

brightness of multiple areas of the image. 

Set Smart IR feature to MODE1 or MODE2. MODE1 is designed for extreme low light 

conditions and, when necessary, can switch the camera into Slow Shutter mode, 

reducing the overall video frame rate. MODE2 does not use Slow Shutter mode to 

improve the image over-/underexposure.

Note: Do not turn the IR LIGHT off when using SMART IR feature.

 

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LEVEL: 

Set the SMART IR LEVEL to 0, 1, 2, or 3. The higher the level, the fewer 

over-/underexposed areas the B&W video image will have.
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D->N THRESHOLD: 

(available in the AUTO mode only). Set the value from 0 

(lowest) to 9 (highest). The higher the value, the sooner the camera will switch from 

day (Color) mode to night (B/W) mode as the scene becomes darker.

 N->D THRESHOLD: 

(available in the AUTO mode only). Set the value from 0 

(lowest) to 9 (highest). The higher the value, the sooner the camera will switch from 

night (B/W) mode to day (Color) mode as the scene becomes lighter.

MAIN MENU > VIDEO SETTINGS

VIDEO SETTINGS setup contains settings for IMAGE MODE, WHITE BALANCE, 

BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, SHARPNESS, SATURATION, 3DNR, and MIRROR.
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WHITE BALANCE. 

Set white balancing to AUTO or MANUAL 

AUTO (default):

 Adjusts white balance 

automatically in accordance with the change of 

lighting environment.

MANUAL: 

Set RED GAIN and BLUE GAIN values from 

1 to 255 manually, to adjust color balance.

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Camera module/lens.

2. 

Video format switch. Default video format setting: HD-TVI.

3. 

Power connector (DC12V/AC24V).

4. 

BNC video connector. Connect to an encoder, DVR/HVR or service monitor. 

Four (4) video formats supported: HD-TVI (

default

), HD-AHD, HD-CVI and CVBS. 

Use the video format switch (#2) to set video format as required.

5. 

Dome bubble, twist-on.

6. 

Camera back plate (pre-installed). Use for surface and electrical box mounting. 

 

 

CHANGING VIDEO FORMAT: 

 

- Unscrew protection cap from the video format switch (#2). 

- Press and hold the button for 5 seconds to change the video output format 

  to the next one in sequence.  

 

  

Video format sequence:

 TVI (default) > AHD > CVI > CVBS.

INSTALLATION

Am51 camera supports easy twist-on surface mounting and is compatible with most 

standard North American electrical boxes (with the optional B11 mounting plate).

Prepare the mounting surface

•  Depending on the type of installation, additional mounting accessories may need 

to be purchased.

•  It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that the mounting surface is suitable 

for the chosen installation method.

•  Based on installation location and surface type, supplied screws and anchors 

may not be adequate. Mounting hardware is site-specific and may need to be 

supplied by the installer.

DISASSEMBLY

Am51

Thank you for purchasing i3 International’s Am51 High Definition indoor analog dome 

camera. Your camera is equipped with a motorized vari-focal 2.7-13.5mm @ F1.6-2.4 

lens. The lens can be controlled through IE interface of the i3 encoders/standalone DVRs, 

or through SRX-Pro Server/VPC. This camera features twist-on dome bubble and mounting 

back plate for easy installation.

SAFETY

When installing your Am51 camera be sure to avoid:

•  excessive heat, such as direct sunlight or heating appliances

•  contaminants such as dust and smoke

•  strong magnetic fields

•  moisture and humidity

•  areas with mechanical vibrations

•  fluorescent lamps or objects that reflect light and unstable light sources

•  temperatures below -40°C (-40°F) and above 50°C (122°F)

POWER

This camera accepts DC12V and AC24V power. 

Maximum power consumption: 9.7W.

Ensure the supplied voltage meets the power consumption requirements of this camera 

before powering the camera on. Incorrect voltage may cause irreparable damage to the 

video camera and will effectively void the camera warranty. 

CLEANING & SERVICING

For maximum optical clarity, the camera dome or lens must remain clean. Use a soft, dry 

cloth to remove finger prints or dust from the dome cover.

•   Use a blower to remove dust from the lens.

•   Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, benzene, or thinners, as they may 

damage the surface finishes.

•  To avoid electrical shock and to preserve the product warranty, DO NOT disassemble 

the camera. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

Ensure that the items received match those listed on the order form and the packing slip. 

In addition to this manual and a fully assembled camera, the dome camera packing box 

includes:

A. 

Plastic Anchor x4 

B. 

Round Head Screw 

(Tapping Type) x4

C. 

Waterproof Tape x1

D. 

Surface Mount template x1

E. 

Service Monitor BNC cable x1

CAMERA PARTS AND DEFINITIONS

83.5mm (3.29")

46mm (1.81")

6x Ø4.2

mm

(0.17")

DIMENSIONS

Ø99.94mm (3.93")

101.94mm (4.01")

Ø136mm (5.35")

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USER MANUAL

Am51 Analog Dome Camera

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BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, SHARPNESS:

 Set video 

image brightness/contrast/sharpness value from 1 

(lowest) to 9 (highest). 

 

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3DNR 

(Digital Noise Reduction). Set the 3DNR value 

from 1 (lowest) to 9 (highest). 3DNR feature analyzes 

frames in sequence to differentiate pixels that likely 

represent noise. This feature is especially beneficial 

in low light conditions. The higher 3DNR value, the 

better the video image appearance in poor lighting 

conditions.

 

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MIRROR:

 This function flips the video image on the 

screen. Set MIRROR to OFF (keep image as is), H (flip 

180º horizontally), V (flip 180º vertically) or HV (flip 

image 180º both horizontally and vertically).

MAIN MENU > FACTORY DEFAULTS

Select FACTORY DEFAULTS to reset all camera settings to the factory default. 

MAIN MENU > EXIT, SAVE&EXIT

Select EXIT to exit the camera OSD menu without saving any changes.

Select SAVE&EXIT to save changes and exit the camera OSD menu.

EXPOSURE

1. EXPOSURE MODE 

◄ 

GLOBAL 

 

2. AGC 

 HIGH 

3. BACK 

 

4. EXIT 

 

5. SAVE&EXIT

 

VIDEO SETTINGS

1. IMAGE MODE 

◄ 

HIGH-SAT 

 

2. WHITE BALANCE 
3. BRIGHTNESS 

◄7 ►

4. CONTRAST 

◄5 ►

 

5. SHARPNESS 

◄5 ►

6. SATURATION 

◄7 ►

7. 3DNR 

◄5 ►

8. MIRROR 

◄OFF ►

9. BACK
10. EXIT
11. SAVE&EXIT

DAY/NIGHT

1. MODE 

◄ 

AUTO 

2. IR LIGHT 

◄ON ►

3. SMART IR 

◄MODE1 ►

4. LEVEL 

◄1 ►

5. D -> N THRESHOLD 

◄5 ►

6. N -> D THRESHOLD 

◄5 ►

7. BACK
8. EXIT
9. SAVE&EXIT

WHITE BALANCE

1. MODE 

◄ 

AUTO 

2. BACK
3. EXIT
4. SAVE&EXIT

HIGH DEFINITION ANALOG VIDEO SUPPORT

Your Am51 camera supports the standard CVBS composite analog video stream (720x480) 

and a high-definition (2MP) video stream in HD-TVI, HD-AHD, and HD-CVI format. 

Note: Am51 camera supports a single video output at-a-time. No separate spot monitor 

output is offered.

 

IMPORTANT: 

In order to use high-definition video, your Am51 camera 

must be 

connected to a video encoder

 

or standalone DVR/HVR that supports HD-TVI, HD-

AHD, or HD-CVI format.

Note: 

i3’s line of encoders and embedded standalone DVRs supports HD-TVI and CVBS 

formats only.

To prepare the camera for mounting, remove the camera’s dome 

bubble and back plate.

The camera’s back plate can be mounted directly onto a 

suitable surface or onto the optional B11 mounting plate, 

for mounting onto supported electrical box types.

Removing the twist-

off dome bubble

Rotate the dome bubble 

in a counter-clockwise 

motion and lift it away 

from the main camera 

module. Set aside. 

Removing the twist-off back plate

Am51 camera’s back 

plate is pre-installed 

but unlocked for 

easy removal. 

Lift the back plate 

away from the main 

camera module. 

Set aside.

Specifications

Am51 

(HD1080P Indoor IR Dome Camera)

Image System

Image Sensor

2MP CMOS Image Sensor

Signal System

NTSC/PAL

Effective Pixels (HxV)

1920(H) x 1080(V)

OSD

Yes

Optical System

Focal Length (built-in lens)

vari-focal, 2.7-13.5mm

F-stop Range (F-number)

F1.6 (wide); F2.4 (tele)

Horizontal FOV (Field of View)

105.2° - 32.8°

Vertical FOV (Field of View)

55.8° - 18.4°

Day/Night

IR cut filter

Electric

Digital Noise Reduction (DNR)

3D

Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)

True, ≥120 dB

Min. Illumination

0.005 Lux @ (F1.2, AGC ON), 

0 Lux with IR

Automatic Gain Control (AGC)

Low/Middle/High/Off

White Balance

Auto/Manual

Electric Shutter

NTSC: 1/30 s to 1/50,000 s 

PAL: 1/25 s to 1/50,000 s

Video Output (Selectable)

1x BNC Output

Video formats: CVBS, TVI, AHD, CVI

Note: Use one output at-a-time.
Day/Night Mode

Color/BW/AUTO

Other Features

Other

Sharpness, Brightness, Mirror, Reset

Mechanism

Angle Adjustment

Pan: 0° - 340°, Tilt: 0° - 75°, 

Rotation: 0° - 355°

Dimensions

Ø 136mm x 102mm (H) / Ø 5.35“ x 4” (H)

Weight

0.45 kg (1.0 lb)

Protection Class

FCC, CE, UL

IR

IR Distance

up to 40 meters (130 feet)

Power Supply

Power Requirement

DC12V / AC24V

Power Consumption

Max. 9.7W

Environment

Operating Temperature

-40°C - 50°C (-40°F - 122°F)

Operating Humidity

90% or less (non-condensing)

Warranty

Standard Warranty

i3 Superior 5 year warranty

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Summary of Contents for Am51

Page 1: ...bubble and mounting back plate for easy installation SAFETY When installing your Am51 camera be sure to avoid excessive heat such as direct sunlight or heating appliances contaminants such as dust and smoke strong magnetic fields moisture and humidity areas with mechanical vibrations fluorescent lamps or objects that reflect light and unstable light sources temperatures below 40 C 40 F and above 5...

Page 2: ... 2 Add the SRX Pro Server to CONTROL tab of the Video Pilot Client if connecting from a remote location or use localhost connection automatically generated by VPC 3 Connect to the remote SRX Pro Server with VPC 4 Double click on the Am51 camera to bring it into full single channel division 5 Click PTZ Advanced in the on screen menu 6 Use the on screen Zoom In Out controls and Focus In Out controls...

Page 3: ... 2 Add the SRX Pro Server to CONTROL tab of the Video Pilot Client if connecting from a remote location or use localhost connection automatically generated by VPC 3 Connect to the remote SRX Pro Server with VPC 4 Double click on the Am51 camera to bring it into full single channel division 5 Click PTZ Advanced in the on screen menu 6 Use the on screen Zoom In Out controls and Focus In Out controls...

Page 4: ...bubble and mounting back plate for easy installation SAFETY When installing your Am51 camera be sure to avoid excessive heat such as direct sunlight or heating appliances contaminants such as dust and smoke strong magnetic fields moisture and humidity areas with mechanical vibrations fluorescent lamps or objects that reflect light and unstable light sources temperatures below 40 C 40 F and above 5...

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