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MKIV

July 2016

Visual Engineering

Video solutions. Integrated

visualengineering.co.uk

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About the User Manual

This user manual describes the operation of the MKIV PTZ camera.

The MKIV is available in Standard Definition and High Definition versions. The SD and HD variants 

share the same connection configuration and control interface. The significant difference between 

the two is that the HD camera has an extra BNC connector for the HD-SDI video output.

This user manual introduces the reader to the camera’s operation, which includes a description 

of the various components in the camera kit and a guide to their use. As part of this, hardware 

interfacing, connections and camera configuration are described in detail.  

Additionally the use of software tools to control the camera are explained.

The guide follows a step by step approach, describing the simple initialisation sequence to get the 

user up and running in the shortest possible time.

This is followed up with a description of technical specifications, connector interfaces and 

dimensions.

Warranty and Support

All Visual Engineering products are supplied as standard with a 12 month ‘Return to Base’ warranty.

In the event of a suspected product failure, users should contact the Visual Engineering support 

team on the telephone 44 (0) 1206 211842 or please email us at: 

[email protected]

Should the fault persist or if the support team are unable to resolve the fault, it may be necessary 

to return the equipment.

Equipment should only be returned using the RMA (Returns Management Authorisation) process. 

Users should contact the support team on the above number and request an RMA form and RMA 

number.

The VE part number for this manual is 

110-8992

Summary of Contents for 110-8926

Page 1: ...MKIV July 2016 Visual Engineering Video solutions Integrated visualengineering co uk Page 1 MKIV User Manual User Guide for the SD and HD Variants of the MKIV PTZ Camera ...

Page 2: ...able of Contents 2 Change History 3 About the User Manual 4 Warranty and Support 4 Kit Contents 5 Connecting the Camera 6 Configuring the Camera 7 Setting the Control Protocol 7 Setting the Video Output Format 8 Software Control 9 Connections 11 Specifications 11 Dimensions 12 Table of Contents ...

Page 3: ...MKIV July 2016 Visual Engineering Video solutions Integrated visualengineering co uk Page 3 Change History Version Date Change Summary Author v1 0 4 7 2016 Initial draft based on quick start guide RE ...

Page 4: ...to control the camera are explained The guide follows a step by step approach describing the simple initialisation sequence to get the user up and running in the shortest possible time This is followed up with a description of technical specifications connector interfaces and dimensions Warranty and Support All Visual Engineering products are supplied as standard with a 12 month Return to Base war...

Page 5: ...so contains the interconnect cable and a mains power supply with a range of wall connectors The kit contents are listed below along with their part numbers MKIV H HD PTZ Camera 110 8976 MKIV D SD PTZ Camera 110 8926 Cable Assembly 12 Way Power Comms Cable 110 8978 Power Supply AC DC 15V 1 6A 110 8661 USB Memory Stick Includes User Guide and Control Application 110 8679 ...

Page 6: ... for comms and DC power input RCA jack for composite video out To start using the MKIV follow these steps 1 Plug the mains power supply into a wall socket 2 Insert the Power Comms cable into the 12 pin binder connector on the base of the camera as shown in the image on the right Ensure the connector lugs are aligned before pressing it home gently 3 HD Variant Connect the HD SDI video out BNC conne...

Page 7: ...ccess the control menu it is necessary to connect the camera to a serial comms software application such as TeraTerm Connect the D Type connector on the control cable to a Comm port on a PC Open the terminal application and configure the Comm port to 9600 baud Re power the camera a will appear and shortly after As soon as the appears type v e in quick succession The Main Menu shown on the right wi...

Page 8: ... Menu type 1 Output Mode From the Output Mode Menu select whichever mode is required Following changes made using the control interface exit the boot menu by typing x the camera will now continue with its normal operation with the changes that were made Now type 3 for the Protocol options The current protocol is displayed in brackets On the example menu shown here option 02 Visca is currently acti...

Page 9: ...y Visca Panasonic protocols The user may choose to use a software controller of their choice or use the VE Camera Controller This software application is included on the USB memory stick in the kit It can also be downloaded from the Visual Engineering website www visualengineering co uk support The user should install the Software application on a PC The image below shows what the software applica...

Page 10: ...ng system has been made the user can go ahead and connect the application to the COM port In the example below the port COM3 has been selected Now select Connect Now that the software application is connected to the comms lead the functions of the software can be used In the example below the pan right command has been selected This will cause the MKIV camera to pan right Similar commands for pan ...

Page 11: ... Casing CNC Machined Delrin Connector Information Mating half Binder 720 female 12 pin P N 99 9134 02 12 Connections 12 Pin Binder Connector Pinout Pin Signal 1 12v DC 2 Power GND 3 CVBS 4 Video GND 5 Reserved 6 5v DC 7 RS232 TXD 8 RS232 RXD 9 Reserved 10 Reserved 11 Reserved 12 Reserved D Type Pinout Pin Signal 2 TX data from camera 3 RX data to camera 5 GND Both the MKIV H and MKIV D cameras hav...

Page 12: ...42 E sales visualengineering co uk Visual Engineering Technologies LLC 24928 Genesee Trail Road Suite 100 Golden CO 80401 USA T 303 526 0935 E sales visualengineering org MKIV July 2016 Visual Engineering Video solutions Integrated visualengineering co uk Page 12 ø 115 mm 177 4 mm Dimensions ...

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