Installation guide
Mounting the Lens
Important: Avigilon cameras require high-quality lenses to take full advantage of their advanced imaging
capabilities. To avoid poor image quality caused by incorrect lens selection, only use lenses that are
recommended by Avigilon for use with this camera model. For a list of lenses recommended for use with this
camera model, contact your Avigilon dealer or representative.
NOTE: If the lens includes a collar, the collar must be used to prevent damage to the lens mount on the camera.
To mount a lens to the camera, complete the following steps:
1. If the lens includes a collar, install the collar to the lens first.
2. Remove the dust cap from the lens mount.
3. Align the lens to the appropriate index marker on the lens mount.
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Red mark: EF mount index
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White mark: EF-S mount index
4. Turn the lens clockwise until it locks into place.
To detach a lens, complete the following steps:
1. While pressing the lens release button, turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops.
2. Remove the lens from the camera.Immediately mount another lens or a dust cap on the lens mount to
prevent contamination.
CAUTION —
l Never touch the image sensor or any glass elements inside the lens mount. Only clean the image
sensor with the recommended cleaning tools.
l Do not allow dust, moisture or any other foreign debris to enter the lens mount.
l Avoid leaving the image sensor exposed for extended periods of time.
l Always cover the image sensor with either a lens or a dust cap.
Mounting the Camera
1. Use the ¼”-20 UNC threaded holes to mount the camera on to a bracket, tripod or in an enclosure as
required.
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Mount the camera using the tripod collar on the lens.
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If the lens does not have a tripod collar, use the threaded holes at the top and bottom of the
camera.
Consult the installation instructions provided with the bracket, tripod or enclosure for detailed mounting
instructions.
CAUTION — Always mount the camera from the lens tripod collar when the lens includes a collar.
WARNING — Use only UL-listed mounting bracket suitable for the mounting surface and minimum 0.37
kg (0.8 lb) weight plus the weight of the attached lens.
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