VC-A61P

HD camera
(PTZ Video Camera)

User Manual - English

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 Table of Contents
Copyright Information ...................................................................................... 2
Chapter 1 Safety Instructions ......................................................................... 3
Chapter 2 Package Contents........................................................................... 5
Chapter 3 Function Introduction..................................................................... 6
3.1 I/O functions Introduction .................................................................................... 6
3.2 Description of LED indicator ................................................................................ 7
3.3 Tally Indicator Light Function Description ......................................................... 7
Chapter 4 Instruction for installation ............................................................. 8
4.1 Preparation before installation ............................................................................ 8
4.2 Instruction for installation .................................................................................... 8
4.3 Connecting devices ............................................................................................ 15
Chapter 5 Remote Control and Setting Menu .............................................. 20
5.1 Functions of remote control .............................................................................. 20
5.2 Setting Menu ....................................................................................................... 21
Chapter 6 Network Function Settings Description ..................................... 30
6.1 Connecting Camera to Network ......................................................................... 30
6.2 Web Page Function Description......................................................................... 33
Chapter 7 DIP Switch Setting ........................................................................ 45
7.1 DIP SWITCH ......................................................................................................... 45
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 46

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Copyright Information
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Copying, reproducing or transmitting this file is not allowed if a license is not provided by
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purchasing this product.

In order to keep improving the product, Lumens Digital Optics Inc. hereby reserves the right to
make changes to product specifications without prior notice. The information in this file is
subject to change without prior notice.

To fully explain or describe how this product should be used, this manual may refer to names
of other products or companies without any intention of infringement.

Disclaimer of warranties: Lumens Digital Optics Inc. is neither responsible for any possible
technological, editorial errors or omissions, nor responsible for any incidental or related
damages arising from providing this file, using, or operating this product.

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Chapter 1 Safety Instructions
Always follow these safety instructions when using the product:
1 Operation
1.1 Please use the product in the recommended operating environment.
1.2 Do not place the product in tilted position.
1.3 Do not place the product on an unstable trolley, stand or table.
1.4 Do not use this product near water or source of heat.
1.5 Use attachments only as recommended.
1.6 Use the type of power source indicated on the product. If you are not sure of the type
of power available, consult your distributor or local electricity company for advice.
1.7 Always take the following precautions when handling the plug. Failure to do so may
result in sparks or fire:
 Ensure the plug is free of dust before inserting it into a socket.
 Ensure that the plug is inserted into the socket securely.
1.8 Do not overload wall sockets, extension cords or multi-way plug boards to avoid
potential risks.
1.9 Do not block the slots and openings in the case of the product. They provide
ventilation and prevent the product from overheating.
1.10 Except as specifically instructed in this User Manual, do not open or remove covers,
otherwise it may expose you to electric shock and other hazards. Refer all servicing to
licensed service personnel.
1.11 Unplug the product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to licensed service
personnel when the following situations happen:
 If the power cords are damaged or frayed.
 If liquid is spilled into the product or the product has been exposed to rain or water.
2 Installation
2.1 For security considerations, please make sure the standard hanging rack you bought
is in line with UL or CE safety approbations and installed by technician personnel
approved by agents.
3 Storage
3.1 Do not place the product where the cord can be stepped on as this may result in
fraying or damage to the lead or the plug.
3.2 Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots. Never allow liquid of any kind to
spill into the product.
3.3 Unplug this product during thunderstorms or if it is not going to be used for an
extended period.
3.4 Do not place this product or accessories on top of vibrating equipment or heated
objects.
4 Cleaning
4.1 Unplug all the cables before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid
or aerosol cleaners.
5 Remote control (if the accessories are equipped with remote control)
5.1 Using an incorrect battery type in the remote control may result in breakdown. Follow
local instructions on how to dispose of used batteries.

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 Precautions
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain
or moisture.
If the HD camera will not be used for an extended time, unplug it from the power socket.

Caution
Risk of Electric Shock
Please do not open it by yourself

Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No
user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to licensed service personnel.
This symbol indicates that
This symbol indicates that
there are important operating
this appliance may contain
and maintenance
dangerous voltage which
instructions in this User
could cause electric shock.
Manual with this appliance.

 FCC Warning
This HD Camera has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Article 15-J of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a commercial installation.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled "Digital Apparatus,"
ICES-003 of Industry Canada.

Cet appareil numerique respecte les limites de bruits radioelectriques applicables aux appareils
numeriques de Classe A prescrites dans la norme sur le material brouilleur: "Appareils
Numeriques," NMB-003 edictee par l'Industrie.

 EN55032 (CE Radiation) Warning

Operation of this equipment in a residential environment could cause radio interference.

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Chapter 2 Package Contents

Instruction for
VC-A61P Remote Control
installation

Quick Installation Guide

Power Cord Power Adapter RS-422 Connector

Appearance may vary

depending on
country/region

Metal Plate A Metal Plate B M3 Screws

Silver x8 / Black x2

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Chapter 3 Function Introduction
3.1 I/O functions Introduction
Front View Back View

NO. Item Function Descriptions

1. Tally indicator light Display the tally light status of the camera
2. Camera lens 30x HD camera lens
Power LED
3. Display the status of the camera
indicator
Standby LED
4. Display the status of the camera
indicator
RS-232 input port, at most 7 cameras can be connected in a serial
5. RS-232 input
connection
RS-232 output port, at most 7 cameras can be connected in a
6. RS-232 output
serial connection
Kensington lock
7. Lock hole of safety lock
hole
The remote control ID setting is only controlled after corresponding
8. IR SELECT
to the Camera Select on the remote control
DC 12 V power
9. DC power supply connecting port
Port
Network cable port supports routers or hubs of PoE+ (IEEE
10. Ethernet port
802.3at) with power supply
11. Audio input Support Line In/Mic In
12. OUTPUT Switch Adjust the resolution setting. The default is 1080p/59.94
RS-422 connecting port, at most 7 cameras can be connected in a
13. RS-422 Port
serial connection
14. HDMI output HDMI output (Audio output supported)
15. 3G-SDI output 3G-SDI output(Audio output supported)

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3.2 Description of LED indicator
Status Power Standby
Startup in progress
Green light Orange light
(initialization)
In use Green light No indicator
In standby mode No indicator Orange light

3.3 Tally Indicator Light Function Description

3.3.1 The tally indicator light function may be enabled through the control of RS-232
command. The setting method is as follows:
Tally Mode: 8x 01 7E 01 0A 01 0p FF
p = 0: OFF
p = 4: Red light (half-brightness)
p = 5: Red light (full-brightness)
p = 6: Green light (full-brightness)
p = 7: Orange light (full-brightness)

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Chapter 4 Instruction for installation
4.1 Preparation before installation
Installation and connection of VC-A61P HD camera requires special skills. To install by
yourself, please follow necessary steps, ensure steady and tight installation of the device,
and pay attention to your safety to avoid any accident.
4.1.1 Ensure the safety of the installation environment. Please do not install the device on
unstable ceiling or in a place where the device is in danger of falling to avoid any accident.
4.1.2 Please check whether accessories in the box are complete or not. Please contact the
supplier for any shortage, and make sure to keep the accessories in the box intact.
4.1.3 Please choose a proper place for installation of camera in advance. Please determine
an installation place according to the following requirements
4.1.1.1 Confirm the position for the object to be captured.
4.1.1.2 Confirm whether the camera is set at a proper distance from other light sources.

4.2 Instruction for installation

4.2.1 I would like to install camera on the desk
4.2.1.1 Precautions for installation
 Please install the machine on a flat desk
 Do not grab the camera head by hand when handling the device
 Do not rotate the camera head by hand, improper rotation may result in breakdown
of the camera

4.2.1.2 Installation steps

1. Please adjust DIP switch at first prior to installation
<Remark> Please refer to Chapter 7 DIP Switch Setting for the relevant descriptions
on DIP switch.
2. Place the camera on a flat desk directly to ensure the normal vertical and
horizontal operation of the machine

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4.2.2 I would like to install the camera on the ceiling
4.2.2.1 Prepare for the parts and equipment required during the installation
1. Accessories in the box (metal plates A, B, M3 screw silver x 8, black x 2)
2. Screw for locking on ceiling mounted hanger x 4
3. Drilling machine, screw driver, ladder

4.2.2.2 Camera Size

L x W x H : 174 x 186.1 x 189.7 mm
Weight: 2.0 Kg

4.2.2.3 Max. rotation dimension of camera

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4.2.2.4 Size Diagram
1. Bottom of machine
The camera can be mounted on a 1/4”, -20 UNC PTZ tripod deck by using the lock
holes on the bottom for the tripod

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2. Metal Plate size diagram
 Metal plate B - ceiling side

Metal plate B locking screw Metal plate B locking bolt

M3 threaded hole

M3 threaded hole
M3 threaded hole

Metal plate B - ceiling side

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 Metal plate A - machine side

Metal plate A locking screw

Metal plate A - machine side

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4.2.2.5 Precautions for installation
1. Before installation, please confirm the orientation of the machine relative to the
object to be captured
2. It is recommended that the machine should be set at a distance of more than 1
meter away from the object to be captured. Please adjust for a best distance
according to the magnification of the lens

Projector

1 meter ↑

Computer

3. The machine (including metal plates) is weighed at about 2.5 kg. If it is to be

installed on the ceiling, please use the hanger that has obtained UL security
approval to prevent the machine from falling down.
4. Please check whether the camera is installed securely on a regular basis

4.2.2.6 Installation steps

1. Please adjust resolution on DIP switch at first
<Remark> Please refer to Chapter 7 DIP Switch Setting for the relevant descriptions
on DIP switch
2. Fix the metal plate A on the machine base with 4 M3 silver screws

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 3. Lock the metal plate B on ceiling mounted hanger
※ Caution: (1) Please use the hanger that has obtained UL security approval
(2) Please reserve the hole for the connecting wires of the camera

4. Combine the metal plate A and the metal plate B

(1) Push the metal plate A up to the ceiling and then to the right to latch the metal
plate B
(2) And then secure with 2 M3 silver screws and 1 M3 black screw

black
screw

4.2.2.7 How to remove

1. Remove the connecting wires from the camera
2. Uninstall the camera together with the ceiling, loosen the three screws that fix the
metal plates A and B and push to the left to remove the machine

3. Then remove the screws on the hanger and the machine

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4.3 Connecting devices
4.3.1 Connecting to PC (video conference)
SDI supports the audio output of 48 KHz only

HDMI Cable

Or

SDI Cable

MTU

4.3.2 Connecting to an HDTV/computer monitor (HDMI)

HDMI cable

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4.3.3 Connecting to Internet
For details of web page connection setting and description, please refer to Chapter 6
Network Function Settings Description

Network cable

Router
or Hub

4.3.4 Connecting AUDIO IN

Set the [Audio In] in the OSD to reflect the input device

Audio Cable

MIC or audio mixer

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4.3.5 Connecting RS-232
With RS-232 in/out, at most 7 Lumens cameras can be connected.

 RS-232 pins definition instructions

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4.3.6 Connecting RS-422
With RS-422, at most 7 Lumens cameras can be connected.
<Note> When RS-422 connection is being used, do not use RS-232 connection.

 RS-422 pins definition instructions

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  RS-422 connection instructions
1. Hold the two sides of RS-422 connector and pull out in the direction shown by the arrow
in the figure below

2. Peel off a section of copper wire (AWG Nos. 28 to 18) and insert it into the connector
hole; then use flat screw driver to fix it

3. Insert the wired RS-422 connector back to the Camera. Now the connection is
completed

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Chapter 5 Remote Control and Setting Menu
5.1 Functions of remote control

<Remark> The below functions are listed alphabetically.

Item Description
,,, Move the lens
Back Light Turn on/off back light compensation
Camera select Choose Camera ID 1 ~ 3
Focus-
Turn on manual focus to adjust the focal
Manual /
length
Far/Near
Focus-Auto Auto Focus
Freeze Freeze the screen
Home-Enter Go back to the main page / Execute
Info Status information
L/R
L/R Direction / Normal
Direction Set
Menu Display OSD menu
Rotate the image (OFF / Mirror / Flip /
Mirror
Rotate)
Pan/Tilt
Clear the Pan / Tilt setting
Reset
Picture Switch image effect (OFF / Neg / B&W)
Power Power Switch
Appoint an ID (0 ~ 9) to save the current
Preset
position data
Appoint an ID (0 ~ 9) to delete the
Reset
current position data
Zoom-Fast Adjust image size
Zoom-Slow Fine-tune image size

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5.2 Setting Menu

<Remark> Press [Menu] on the remote control to enter the setting menu; the bold underlined
values in the following table are defaults.
1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level
Function Descriptions
Major Items Minor Items Adjustment Values
1. Full Auto
2. Shutter Pri
Mode Exposure mode setting
3. Iris Pri
4. Manual
Exposure
On / Off AE Level
Comp.

The value can be adjusted

Exposure
-5 ~ C ~ 5 after Exposure Comp. is
Comp. Level
activated

Spot Light On / Off

Spot Light The value can be adjusted

X (0 ~ 6) Y (0 ~ 4)
Position after Spot Light is activated
60/30 50/25

Exposure mode mode

1/10000 1/10000
1/5000 1/5000
1/3000 1/3000
1/2500 1/2500
1/2000 1/1750
Adjustable when the
1/1500 1/1250
Shutter Pri Exposure mode is set to
1/1000 1/1000
Shutter Pri
1/725 1/600
1/500 1/425
1/350 1/300
1/250 1/215
1/180 1/150
1/120 1/120
1/100 1/100

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 1/90 1/75
1/60 1/50
1/30 1/25
1/15 1/12
1/8 1/6
1/4 1/3
1/2 1/2
1/1 1/1
1. F1.6
2. F2
3. F2.2
4. F2.7
5. F3.2
6. F3.8
7. F4.5
Adjustable when the
8. F5.4
Iris Pri Exposure mode is set to Iris
9. F6.3
Pri
10. F7.8
11. F9
12. F11
13. F13
14. F16
15. F18
16. Close

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 1. 0 dB
2. 3 dB
3. 6 dB
4. 9 dB
5. 12 dB
6. 15 dB
7. 18 dB
Adjustable when the
8. 21 dB
Manual Gain Exposure mode is set to
9. 24 dB
Manual
10. 27 dB
11. 30 dB
12. 33 dB
13. 36 dB
14. 39 dB
15. 42 dB
16. 45 dB
60/30 50/25
mode mode
1/10000 1/10000
1/5000 1/5000
1/3000 1/3000
1/2500 1/2500
1/2000 1/1750
1/1500 1/1250
1/1000 1/1000
1/725 1/600
Manual Speed Manually set the shutter
1/500 1/425
1/350 1/300
1/250 1/215
1/180 1/150
1/120 1/120
1/100 1/100
1/90 1/75
1/60 1/50
1/30 1/25
1/15 1/12
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 1/8 1/6
1/4 1/3
1/2 1/2
1/1 1/1
1. F1.6
2. F2
3. F2.2
4. F2.7
5. F3.2
6. F3.8
7. F4.5
8. F5.4
Manual Iris Manually set the iris
9. F6.3
10. F7.8
11. F9
12. F11
13. F13
14. F16
15. F18
16. Close
1. 9 dB
2. 12 dB
3. 15 dB
4. 18 dB
5. 21 dB
6. 24 dB
Max. limit value of electron
Gain Limit 7. 27 dB
gain
8. 30 dB
9. 33 dB
10. 36 dB
11. 39 dB
12. 42 dB
13. 45 dB

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 1. F3.2
2. F3.8
3. F4.5
4. F5.4
Iris Limit Max. limit value of iris
5. F6.3
6. F7.8
7. F9
8. F11
1. Off
2. 1
WDR
3. 2
4. 3
Select the color temperature
1. Auto mode
2. Indoor 1. 4000k ~ 7000k
3. Outdoor 2. 3200k
Mode 4. One Push WB 3. 5800k
5. ATW 4. 1700k ~ 10000k

6. Manual 5. 1700k ~ 10000k

6. Custom
White 7. Sodium Lamp
7. 2800k
Balance
One Push
ENTER One push trigger
Trigger
Adjustable when the white
Manual Red 0 ~ C ~ 128 balance mode is set to
Manual
Adjustable when the white
Manual Blue 0 ~ C ~ 128 balance mode is set to
Manual
1. Off
Picture effect 2. Neg
3. B & W

Sharpness 0 ~ A ~ 14
Picture
1. Off
2. 1
2D NR
3. 2
4. 3

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 1. Off
2. Low
3D NR
3. Typ
4. Max

1. Default The user may customize

Image Mode
2. Custom his/her desired image mode

Adjustable when the Image

mode is set to Custom.
Image Mode After selected, the
ENTER
Load corresponding Image mode
parameters will be read and
applied to Custom

Adjustable when the Image

Brightness 0 ~ A ~ 15
mode is set to Custom

Adjustable when the Image

Hue 0 ~ A ~ 15
mode is set to Custom

Adjustable when the Image

Saturation 0 ~ A ~ 15
mode is set to Custom

Adjustable when the Image

Gamma 0~A~3
mode is set to Custom

Turn on/off the angle limit

Pan/Tilt Limit On / Off
setting

Pan Right Limit 0 ~ 170 Limit the right angle

Pan Left Limit -170 ~ 0 Limit the left angle

Pan Tilt Tilt UP Limit 0 ~ 90 Limit the upward angle

Zoom
Tilt Down Limit -30 ~ 0 Limit the downward angle

Activate the reverse Pan

Pan Flip On / Off
command

Activate the reverse Tilt

Tilt Flip On / Off
command

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 1. 5 deg/sec
2. 25 deg/sec
3. 50 deg/sec
Set the rotation speed of the
4. 80 deg/sec
Preset Speed cradle head when Preset is
5. 120 deg/sec executed
6. 160 deg/sec
7. 200 deg/sec
8. 300 deg/sec
Set the Pan/Tilt moving
PTZ Speed
On / Off speed to vary from the zoom
Comp position
1. Off
2. Mirror Set the mode at which the
D-Effect Mirror
3. Flip image is turned
4. Mirror + Flip
1. Low For AF triggering speed, the
AF Sensitivity 2. Middle higher the speed is, the
3. High faster AF is triggered

AF frame setting, when

central area was set as AF
1. Center frame, focusing will be on the
Auto Focus center of the screen. When
AF Frame 2. Full Frame
Full Frame was set as AF
3. Auto frame, focusing will be
calculated based on the full
screen
Turn on the auto focus
PTZ Assist On / Off
function in Manual
Enable/Disable DHCP
setting using left and right
DHCP On / Off
arrow keys and press
[ENTER] to apply setting.
Press [ENTER] to be in
Ethernet modify mode; select the item
to be modified using the up
IP Address 192.168.100.100 and down keys, and modify
the value using the left and
right keys or the numeric
keys.

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 Press [ENTER] to be in
modify mode; select the item
to be modified using the up
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 and down keys, and modify
the value using the left and
right keys or the numeric
keys.
Press [ENTER] to be in
modify mode; select the item
to be modified using the up
Gateway 192.168.100.254 and down keys, and modify
the value using the left and
right keys or the numeric
keys.

Audio In Line In/Mic In Set Audio In

Audio Enable On / Off Turn on/off audio output

Audio Volume 0 ~ A ~ 10 Volume Setting

Audio
1. 48 KHz (AAC) Set the encode type and
Encode 2. 44.1 KHz (AAC) sample rate
Sample Rate 3. 16 KHz (G.711) SDI supports the audio
4. 8 KHz (G.711) output of 48 KHz only

Turn on/off the prompt

Prompt On / Off
information on the display

IR Receive On / Off
Tally Lamp Enable / Disable
Language English / Chinese
System Set the camera lens to return
Last MEM / 1st to the last operated position
Initial Position
Preset or the first preset position
after POWER ON
Control Device setting,
Encoder /
Control Device Controller: for joystick
Controller
Encoder: for tracking system

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 When the function is
enabled, the screen will
Motionless Freeze when Preset is
On / Off
Preset executed. Freeze will be
released after Preset is
completed.
Choose whether the control
Control Port RS-232/RS-422 interface used is RS-232 or
RS-422

Protocol VISCA/Pelco D
Choose the transmission
Baud Rate 9600/38400
speed of the control signal

VISCA Address 0 ~ 7
The Protocol set to Pelco D
Pelco D
1 ~ 255 allows the camera ID
Address address to be assigned
1. 3840 x
2160/29.97p
2. 3840 x 2160/25p
3. 1080p/59.94
4. 1080p/50
Output Mode 5. 1080p/29.97 Choose the output resolution
6. 1080p/25
7. 720p/59.94
8. 720p/50
9. 720p/29.97
10. 720p/25
Resume the factory default
Factory Reset On / Off
setting
Display the current setting
Status
status

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Chapter 6 Network Function Settings Description
6.1 Connecting Camera to Network
6.1.1 Connecting to Internet
Two common connection methods are shown below
1. Connecting via switch or router

Network cable Network cable

Switch or router
VC-A61P Computer

2. To connect directly through network cable, the IP address of the computer should be
changed so that it is on the same network segment as the camera
e.g.: The factory-preset default IP address of VC-A61P is 192.168.100.100. The
computer IP address must be set with the same network segment, such as
192.168.100.101, so that the computer can be connected correctly with the camera

Network cable

VC-A61P Computer

 Change network settings

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6.1.2 Using the Browser to View the Images
 Open the browser, and enter the URL of VC-A61P in the IP address bar
e.g.: http://192.168.100.100 (default IP address)
 Enter administrator’s account and password

Lumens IP Camera
 Account: admin
 Password: 9999

6.1.3 Using Lumens VMS Software to View the Images

 Open LUMENS VMS software
 Search for the camera: Press [automatically search for the device] button to
locate the VC-A61P camera
 Click VC-A61P in the list and start operation after connecting to network
<Note> When using automatic search, the camera and computer must be in the
same network segment, e.g.: 192.168.4.X

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6.1.4 Using RTSP Player to View the Images
In addition to the browser and VMS, other free softwares also can be used for RTSP
connection,such as VLC, Quick Time and PotPlayer
RTSP connection address formats are as follows:
 RTSP Main Streaming => rtsp://camera IP:8554/hevc
 RTSP Sub1 Streaming => rtsp://camera IP:8557/h264
 RTSP Sub2 Streaming => rtsp://camera IP:8556/h264

Example: Open VLC software and enter URL: rtsp://192.168.100.150:8557/h264

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6.2 Web Page Function Description
6.2.1 Login Screen

No Item Function Descriptions

1 Username Enter user account (default: admin)
2 Password Enter user password (default: 9999)
Currently, the system supports English, Traditional Chinese and
3 Language selection
Simplified Chinese
Save user account name and password to the browser. When you log
4 Remember password
in next time, there is no need to re-enter them
5 Login Log into the administrator screen on the website

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6.2.2 Viewing In Real Time

1 4

6
3

No Item Function Descriptions

1 Pan / Tilt setting Adjust the Pan/Tilt position of the camera screen
2 Zoom ratio Adjust the zoom-in or zoom-out ratio via scroll bar
3 Preview window Display the screen currently captured by the camera
4 Preset setting Select the number first and then select SAVE or LOAD
5 Power button Turn on or turn off the camera power
6 Switch to Full Screen Switch the preview window to full screen

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6.2.3 Account Management

No Item Function Descriptions

1 Add user account Enter a user name and password to add a new user

Set the new account management permissions

User Type Admin Operator Viewer

2 Permission setting View images V V V

Settings V V X
Account
V X X
management
3 Applying setting Add the newly created user to the list of account
Edit: Modify the user password and permissions
4 List of accounts
Delete: Delete the user account

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6.2.4 Setting-System Setting

No Item Function Descriptions

Set the resolution of the camera, resolutions supported by the camera
are as follows:
3840 x 2160 29.97/25 fps
1 Resolution 1080P 59.94/50/29.97/25 fps
720P 59.94/50/29.97/25 fps
After switching to the resolution, the camera will restart. Please refresh
the browser
After the setting has been modified, select this button to apply the
2 Apply
setting

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6.2.5 Setting - Video

No Item Function Descriptions

Modify the camera name
 Camera names are limited to 1 - 12 characters
1 Camera name
 Please use a camera name by mixing uppercase and lowercase
letters or numbers. Do not use “/” and “space” or special symbols
Modify the location of the camera, such as Meeting Room 1
 Camera location is limited to 1 - 12 characters
2 Camera Location
 Please use a camera name by mixing uppercase and lowercase
letters or numbers. Do not use “/” and “space” or special symbols
Streaming 1/
VC-A61P supports 3 streaming outputs. Please refer to 6.2.5.1
3 Streaming 2/
Streaming Parameter Setting for relevant settings
Streaming 3

4 Open Streaming Confirm whether or not the streaming function is opened

Check this item to insert IDR frame into specified series flow and apply
5 Force I Frame
its setting. User’s setting will be reserved and displayed in GUI interface

6.2.5.1 Streaming parameter setting

Function Streaming 1 Streaming 2 Streaming 3

Encode Format H.265 H.264

Resolution 4K /1080P / 720P 1080P/720P 640 x 360

Frame Rate Setting according to the supported resolution

Range 2,000 ~ 20,000 2,000 ~ 20,000 512 ~ 5,000

Bit Rate (kbps) Factory
7,000 7,000 1,000
Default
Rate Control CBR/VBR

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 IP Ratio Setting according to the supported resolution

6.2.6 Setting - Camera

2 3 4 5

No Item Function Descriptions

1 Zoom ratio Adjust the zoom-in or zoom-out ratio via scroll bar
 Mode: Select exposure mode (Automatic/Shutter Priority/Aperture
Priority/Manual)
 Exposure Comp. Level: Select exposure compensation level
 Gain: The gain limit is adjustable when the exposure mode is set to
“Manual”
2 Exposure  Iris: The size of aperture is adjustable when the exposure mode is
set to “Manual” or “Aperture Priority”
 WDR: Set the level of wide dynamic range (WDR) in order to obtain
better images
 Shutter Speed: The shutter speed is adjustable when the exposure
mode is set to “Manual” or “Shutter Priority”
 Mode: Select the color temperature mode
Auto
Indoor
Outdoor
One Push WB
3 White Balance ATW
Manual
Sodium Lamp
 One Push WB: One push color temperature is adjustable when
the white balance mode is set to “One Push WB”
 Manual Red/Blue: Manually adjust blue/red color temperature

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  Mode: Select manual/automatic focus
 Focus Range: The focusing range is adjustable when the focus
4 Focus mode is set to “Manual”
 AF Sensitivity: Set automatic focus sensitivity
 AF Frame: Set automatic focus range
5 Mirror  Mirror: Set automatic flip mode

6.2.7 Setting - Picture

10

No Item Function Descriptions

1 Picture Effect Set picture effect, Off/Neg/Black and White
2 2D noise reduction
2D noise reduction settings
settings
3D noise reduction
3 3D noise reduction settings
settings
4 Image mode The user may customize his/her desired image mode
When no custom setting is needed, reset the picture parameters back
5 Image Mode Load
to the factory default by selecting this item
Gamma Level adjustment; Adjustable when the image mode is set to
6 Gamma
Custom
Brightness adjustment; Adjustable when the image mode is set to
7 Brightness
Custom
8 Contrast Contrast adjustment; Adjustable when the image mode is set to Custom
Saturation adjustment of the image; Adjustable when the image mode
9 Saturation
is set to Custom
10 Sharpness Adjust the sharpness of the image

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6.2.8 Setting - Audio

No Item Function Descriptions

1 Open audio Turn on/off sound

Soundtrack effect Set MIC In/Line In
2
setting

3 Volume Adjust Volume

Set Encode sample rate

 48 KHz (AAC)
4 Encode sample rate  44.1 KHz (AAC)
 16 KHz (G.711)
 8 KHz (G.711)

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6.2.9 Setting - Network

6
2

No Item Function Descriptions

Network setting of camera. Change of setting is available when DHCP
1 Network
function is closed.
Copy the RTMP web address provided by the RTMP service platform
and paste it to the RTMP connection address to publish the camera
2 RTMP Setting images on the RTMP service platform
To upload to YouTube for live streaming, the audio function must be
turned on first
Enable/Disable Multicast. It is suggested to enable Multicast when the
3 RTSP Setting number of users online watching the live image simultaneously is more
than 4
Set MPEG-TS format
<Remark> The following port has been used by the camera. Setting of
4 MPEG-TS Setting
the port may not connect correctly
8554, 8556, 8557, 8080, 80, 81, 9090, 23
5 SNTP Setting Set SNTP Server IP
Set HTTP port. The default Port value is 80
6 Port Setting <Remark> Change of setting is available only when DHCP function of
camera is closed

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6.2.10 Setting-Time

No Item Function Descriptions

1 Camera Time Display the date and time of the camera
 Manually: Set time manually
 Synchronize with computer time: Set the camera time according
to the computer time
2 Set the Time
 Synchronize with SNTP server: Set the camera time
synchronously with the SNTP server
<Remark> SNTP server address: Please change in network setting

6.2.11 Setting - Maintenance - Upgrading Firmware

No Item Function Descriptions

The camera firmware may be upgraded via web page. For the upgrade
1 Firmware Update method, please download the FW upgrade manual from Lumens official
website

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6.2.12 Setting - Maintenance - Incident Log

No Item Function Descriptions

1 Event Logs If the camera encounters errors, an error code log will be established

6.2.13 Setting - Maintenance - System Service

No Item Function Descriptions

Reset to the default Select the reset button to resume the factory default setting as the web
1
value page setting
The web page setting parameters can be exported from the computer
2 Setting File
and imported/applied to another camera
Set the camera Baud Rate for the use of connecting RS-232
3 Baud Rate
communication

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6.2.14 About

No Item Function Descriptions

1 Camera name Display the camera name
2 Firmware Version Display the firmware version of the camera
3 Serial No. Display the camera serial No.

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Chapter 7 DIP Switch Setting
7.1 DIP SWITCH

7.1.1 OUTPUT Switch

To switch via the OSD/ RS-232 Command is also available based on the last
executed action

ID Resolution Frame Rate

0 29.97
3840 x 2160
1 25
2 59.94
3 50
1920 x 1080
4 29.97
5 25
6 59.94
7 50
1280 x 720
8 29.97
9 25
A
B
C
Reserved Reserved
D
E
F

7.1.2 IR SELECT
ID Setting
1
2
3

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Chapter 8 Troubleshooting
This chapter describes problems you may encounter while using VC-A61P. If you have questions,
please refer to related chapters and follow all the suggested solutions. If the problem still
occurred, please contact your distributor or the service center.

No. Problems Solutions

1. Make sure you have plugged in the power cord.
Boot without power
1. 2. When using a PoE connection, ensure that the power supply
signal
supports POE+ (IEEE 802.3at) hubs
1. Check the power supply or PoE supply functions.
2. Confirm the output signals are in streaming output.

There is no image 3. Confirm whether the camera resolution can be used together
2.
output from VC-A61P with the monitor equipment
 If 4k output, confirm the monitor equipment supports 4K
output
4. Replace the cables and make sure they are not faulty.
VC-A61P image is Please use 1080p or 720p 60/50 fps rather than 25/30 fps
3.
severely delayed signals.
1. Confirm the connection is correct (RS-232 In/ Out)
RS-232 cannot be
4. 2. Please make sure the Baud rate setting is the same as the
controlled
control equipment
Whether the Internet Please refer to Chapter 6 Network Function Description for
5. can be used for the Internet usage
operation

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