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This guide is designed for basic PTZ setup, and implementation. This does not cover any specific model, its more of a broad guide for our lineup of multiple PTZ Cams

Direct Link to PC Based Tayama PTZ Configuration

MANUALS:

Direct Link to Control Keyboard Manual Model #PTZ-CTD12

Direct Link to Indoor (PTZ-SD72x.pdf) / Outdoor (PTZ-SD723x.pdf) Speed Dome Manuals

So you've gotten your new PTZ Camera and now you need to hook it up and get it working with our Tayama DVR system.

Before you even begin to do the install, configure your PTZ Cam BEFORE you mount it to a ceiling or elsewhere's. This saves time having to un-mount the cam and reconfigure it.

This means, checking the Protocol, all Dip Switches, and Power, and Cabling (make sure not to staple through cable, or near high voltage lines, outlets, or power lines)

First we'll begin with a few basics about the PTZ Cam in general.

1. Wiring: Wire gauges should be between 18 to 22 (RJ11(standard telephone), or RJ45(ethernet) cables work )

For wiring up the RS232/485 Converters: When using a "RS-485 converter" you must jump the wires for a half duplex connection, as follows

TX+ ----> RX+
TX- ----> RX-

2. Protocol: Most PTZ cameras have a set protocol. Sometimes this protocol can be changed by using the dip switches on the camera itself. Refer to user manual of camera for specific settings and what protocol it will run on.

3. Identification: When running multiple PTZ's on the same system, it is important to set each Camera ID (dip switches on the camera, and configuration within DVR software), or the DVR will not know which PTZ is which.

Generally each PTZ has a set of dip switches on it, that range from 0 to 255. The first camera starts with 0, and works its way up to 255. Refer to the included manual for DIP switch settings. An EXAMPLE of dip switches is below.

Color may vary

4. Software Configuration: Now that your PTZ has been wired up, and Cam ID's set. now its time to configure the DVR software to 'talk' to these PTZ's.

First we must specify a PTZ Protocol. Specify which protocol the PTZ will work with. Some PTZ's work with multiple protocols, which are set by dip switches on the PTZ itself. (refer to manual)

Secondly we must Tell it which Unit number it is, this is just the same as Cam ID, 0, 1, 2, 3, etc.

Third we must setup the communication through the RS232/485 converter.

Select a Com Port, Speed, Data Bit, and Parity. Refer to manual for specific settings

After you have configured the protocols, and communications settings, now save and apply these settings, go to main DVR screen, and try out your PTZ controls. This should be it, and you'll be PTZ'ing in no time.

Comments:

When using a DVR and PTZ using Pelco-D change the baud rate on the DVR software to "2400"

If you are getting rolling lines slowing moving up your monitor, you are not getting enough
current to your camera, check your user manual for the correct amount of current.

if your are using an external lens with IR, you must set the switch on the back of the camera to
"Video Drive" otherwise set it to "DC Drive"

If your Picture is getting a washed out image, or it is completely white, set the camera dip switch "AES" to "On".(Auto Electronic Shutter)