Digital Watchdog MEGApix.Ai Quick Start Guide

What's in the Box

? Note: Download all support materials and tools from www.digital-watchdog.com/resources. Search by product part number.

Attention: This document is a quick reference for initial set-up. Read the full instruction manual for complete installation and usage.

Safety and Warning Information

Read this Installation Guide carefully before installing. Keep for future reference. Refer to the user manual for more details.

⚠️ WARNINGS: Serious injury or death may occur if warnings are neglected.

⚠️ CAUTIONS: Injury or equipment damage may occur if cautions are neglected.

WARNING

• Comply with national and regional electrical safety regulations. Ensure the product is firmly fixed when mounted on a wall or ceiling.
• Use only the specified standard adapter.
• Verify the power supply voltage is correct.
• Incorrect power connection or battery replacement can cause explosion, fire, electric shock, or damage.
• Do not connect multiple cameras to a single adapter to avoid overheating or fire.
• Securely plug the power cord into the power source to prevent fire.
• Fasten the camera securely during installation to prevent personal injury from falling.
• Do not install in locations with elevated/low temperatures or high humidity, as this may cause fire or electric shock.
• Do not place conductive objects or containers filled with water on top of the camera.
• Do not install in humid, dusty, or sooty locations.
• Do not install near heat sources like radiators or heat registers.
• Keep out of direct sunlight and heat radiation sources.
• If unusual smells or smoke occur, stop use immediately, disconnect power, and contact a service center.
• If the product does not operate normally, contact a service center. Never disassemble or modify the product.
• Do not spray water directly onto the product when cleaning.

CAUTION

• Use proper safety gear during installation and wiring.
• Do not drop objects on the product or apply strong shock. Keep away from excessive vibration or magnetic interference.
• Do not use the product near water.
• The product shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not place liquid-filled objects like vases on the product.
• Avoid aiming the camera directly at extremely bright objects like the sun, as this may damage the image sensor.
• The main plug is used as a disconnect device and must remain operable.
• Remove the power adapter from the outlet during lightning storms to prevent damage.
• Do not block any ventilation openings.
• A polarized or grounding-type plug is recommended. Consult an electrician if the provided plug does not fit.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched.
• If laser equipment is used nearby, ensure the sensor surface is not exposed to the laser beam.
• Turn off power before moving or reinstalling the product.
• Proper configuration of passwords and security settings is the installer's/end-user's responsibility.
• Use a clean cloth for cleaning. Cover the lens cap to protect from dirt when not in use for extended periods.
• Do not touch the camera's lens or sensor module with fingers.
• Use only manufacturer-specified attachments/accessories.
• Use hardware compatible with the mounting surface and of sufficient length for a secure mount.
• Use only with specified carts, stands, tripods, brackets, or tables.
• Unplug the product when using a cart and exercise caution when moving the cart/product combination.
• Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is needed for damage, spilled liquids, dropped objects, exposure to rain/moisture, abnormal operation, or drops.

Step 1 - Preparing to Mount the Camera

1. Install the Desiccant Pack (moisture absorber)

   • Remove the Desiccant Pack from its shipping packaging.
   • Fold the moisture absorber pack diagonally along the dotted line.
   • Open the camera's control panel on the side using the included star wrench.
   • Remove the shipping Desiccant Pack and place the new one in the indicated location.
   • Close the camera control panel tightly, ensuring no cables are caught.

   ? Note: The camera generates heat to dry moisture during normal operation. Keep the absorber in the camera for moisture issues.

   ⚠️ Warning: Install the moisture absorber when mounting to prevent performance issues and damage.

2. Mark and drill holes

   Mark and drill necessary holes in the wall or ceiling using the mounting template sheet or the camera itself.

   Resetting the camera: Press the reset button for five (5) seconds to initiate a camera-wide reset of all settings, including network settings.

Step 2 - Powering the Camera

Pass the wires through and make all necessary connections.

Waterproof Cap Installation

The waterproof cap set includes two rubber rings. Use the ring that best fits your network cable's diameter.

• ? Note: Cables with Ø4.5mm to Ø5.5mm thickness should use the black rubber ring. Cables over Ø5.5mm should use the white rubber ring.
• ? Note: To ensure a moisture seal, ensure the O-ring (d) is in place between components (c) and (e). An outdoor-rated sealer is recommended for extreme environments.

[Waterproof Cap Diagram Description: Shows components for sealing cable entry. Details rubber rings for different cable sizes and O-ring placement for sealing.]

Power Information

Step 3 - Installing the Camera

1. Secure the camera

   Secure the camera to the mounting surface using the included screws.

   ? Note: Remove the rubber plug on the camera's base and use the gap as a cable guide to prevent cables from getting caught between the camera and the mounting surface.

   [Mounting Diagram Description: Shows the camera base being attached to a surface with screws. A rubber plug is shown being removed to act as a cable guide. A protective film is shown on the lens cover.]

2. Adjust the camera's view

   Adjust the camera's view and position by loosening the rotation screws using the hexagonal wrench.

   [Adjustment Diagram Description: Illustrates the camera's adjustable head with arrows indicating 360° panning and 87° tilting capabilities.]

3. Clean the lens

   Remove the protective film from the lens cover. Softly wipe the lens cover with lens tissue or a microfiber cloth with ethanol to remove any dust or smudges.

   ? Note: When setting up for the first time, use the CALIBRATE button on the camera's web GUI to auto-calibrate the lens.

Step 4 - Cabling

Connect the necessary cables for power, network, and alarms.

[Cabling Diagram Description: Shows connections for Power (1), Network (2), Alarm Out (3), and Alarm In (4). A table details the Digital Input (DI) and Digital Output (DO) wire colors: DI (+) is WHITE, DI (-) is YELLOW, DO (-) is SKY BLUE, DO (+) is GRAY + DOT. It also shows terminal blocks for Alarm In and Alarm Out with NO/NC (Normally Open/Normally Closed) options.]

Wiring Table

Step 5 - Managing the SD Card (Optional)

1. Open the camera's control panel using the star wrench.
2. Insert a Class 10 SD/SDHC/SDXC card into the SD card slot by pressing it until it clicks.
3. Press the card inward again until it clicks to release it from the slot, then remove the card.

? Note: Maximum SD Card size supported: Up to 1TB micro SD / FAT32. Ensure the SD card's contacts face upward when inserting.

[SD Card Slot Diagram Description: Shows the location of the SD card slot on the camera and indicates the upward orientation for the card's contacts.]

Step 6 - DW® IP Finder™

1. Download and install the DW IP Finder from www.digital-watchdog.com.
2. Open DW IP Finder and click 'Scan Devices' to find the camera on the network.
3. Set a password when connecting for the first time:
   • Check the box next to the camera.
   • Click "Bulk Password Assign".
   • Enter current username/password (admin/admin). Enter a new username and password.
   • Password Requirements: Minimum eight (8) characters, at least four (4) combinations of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. Passwords cannot contain the user ID.
   • Click "change" to apply.

[DW IP Finder Screenshot Description: Shows the DW IP Finder interface with a list of devices, a "Scan Devices" button, and a "Bulk Password Assign" section. It illustrates fields for current and new username/password, and password requirements.]

Step 7 - Web Viewer

1. Find the camera using DW IP Finder.
2. Double-click the camera's view in the results table.
3. Press the 'View Camera Website.'
4. Enter the camera's username and password set up in DW IP Finder. If no new password was set, you will be prompted to create one.

The GUI display may differ by camera model.

[Web Viewer Interface Description: A screenshot showing a typical camera web interface with controls for video and audio, camera settings, network, events, and AI features.]

Step 8 - QR Code Reader (DWC-XSTD05MFQ model)

The QR code recognition feature is preloaded on DWC-XSTD05MFQ models and must be activated.

1. Navigate to Settings > MEGApix AI > License.
2. Check the button next to "Preactivation."
3. Click the "ACTIVATE" button.

? Note: On these models, the MEGApix Ai plugin is turned off by default.

[License Activation Screenshot Description: Shows the license activation screen within the camera's settings, with options for Preactivation and Activation Code, and an "ACTIVATE" button.]

QR Code Information

Minimum QR Code Size

QR codes should be no smaller than 1/18 of the screen's vertical resolution. For a 2592(H) x 1944(V) display, this is approximately 108 pixels. This size is comparable to a QR code on a product box.

[Minimum QR Code Size Diagram Description: Illustrates a visual comparison of a QR code size relative to a screen resolution.]

Recognizable Distance

The distance at which a QR code can be recognized depends on the lens's angle of view:

• Full wide (110°): up to 9ft (2.8m)
• 90° Horizontal Angle of View: up to 10.5ft (3.2m)
• 45° Horizontal Angle of View: up to 25.5ft (7.8m)
• Full tele (30°): up to 32.8ft (10.0m)

? Note: Reducing the print size proportionally decreases the recognizable distance.

If the QR code is reduced by half (3.34"/8.5cm), the recognizable distances are:

• Full wide (110°): up to 4.5ft (1.4m)
• 90° Horizontal Angle of View: up to 5.2ft (1.6m)
• 45° Horizontal Angle of View: up to 12.8ft (3.9m)
• Full tele (30°): up to 6.4ft (5.0m)