The DC-S6286HRXL is an IP66, IK10 rated external PTZ dome utilising a ‘Lightmaster’ 2MP high sensitivity sensor, a 36x zoom lens and integrated infrared illumination. It has overall dimensions of 402mm height by 242mm diameter including the pendant mount with a weight of 6.7kg. Operating temperature range is -40°C to +55°C.
Getting started
The mount adaptor must first be fixed to the top pendant to which the dome attaches. This is held in place by three M6 crosshead screws, a channel in the mount ensures these cannot slip free if secured correctly. This mount adaptor has a thread to match the wall mount (supplied separately) or alternatively a ceiling mount can be used. Pole and corner mount brackets are also available.
Cables are fed through the wall mount into the pendant. These can include the network cable, power if not using PoE, alarm and audio connections. A suitable grommet and waterproof glue are provided to ensure a moisture seal where the cables enter the pendant. The pendant’s connector panel is hinged to allow access to the individual connections and is then clipped in place. The main dome assembly can then be fitted to the pendant; this entails aligning the dome so that its 25-way D type connector can mate and then pushing up and rotating to the right so that the three fixings engage with the pendant’s keyhole slots. Once in place, three Allen screws secure the dome. A safety wire with quick release hooks, is supplied to link the dome to the bracket.
The IDIS website gives access to copies of the quick guide, the installation manual and the operation manual.
Operation
With power supplied from the PoE++ injector, or a 24v AC source, the dome begins with a start-up calibration routine to load default settings and configure the PTZ position datums. This takes around 90 seconds to complete and then the camera is ready to configure or operate.
While the specification calls for a 75W capable PoE++ source the dome generally had a demand of less than 30W. The IDIS supply has LEDs indicating 30, 60 and 90W being drawn and in all cases stayed within the 30W range. Measurements showed a demand of 29.2W during start-up dropping to 20.7 when static. PoE voltage of 53.4 volts using all four pairs. The internal heater was not activated even when the camera was operating in a temperature of -7°C so the maximum demand could not be measured. These readings are in line with the specified PoE power demand of 23.6W with heater and IR off to 35.6W with heater and IR both on.
The full review appears in the January 2023 edition of PSI magazine
