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Appendix H: Connecting a PTZ Camera
Appendix H: Connecting a PTZ Camera
You can connect RS-485 PTZ cameras (not included) to the PTZ Control Block on the rear
panel.
To connect a PTZ camera to the system:
1Connect the Transmit Cable to the TX (+) port of the PTZ block on the rear panel.
• 16-channel models: Connect the Transmit Cable to the RS-485 + port.
2Connect the Receive Cable to the TX (-) port of the PTZ block on the rear panel.
• 16-channel models: Connect the Receive Cable to the RS-485 - port.
3Connect the video cable to a BNC port.
To enter PTZ camera settings in the DVR:
1Right-click to open the sub-menu, and then click Main Menu>Device>PTZ.
2Enter the PTZ protocol settings into the PTZ setup menu. Consult your PTZ camera’s user’s
guide for PTZ protocol details.
8 channel model shown
16 channel
4/8 channel
TX+
TX-
BNC BNC
TX+
TX-