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Controlling the PTZ Camera
with your DVR
Once your camera is connected to the DVR, you must perform initial setup to
control the camera using the DVR. Once this setup is complete, you will be
able to move the camera, configure preset positions, and use other advanced
controls.
PTZ features that are available to you will depend on the model of DVR that
you have. The instructions in this section are based on the Lorex ECO Series
DVRs. For other models, check your DVR's instruction manual for details.
6.1 Default Protocol Information
Unlike standard security cameras, PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) cameras require spe-
cial protocol (language) information to enable a Security DVR to control the
camera movement.
Input the following information into your DVR to enable PTZ controls.
• Default ID: 1.
• Default Baud Rate: 9600.
• Default Protocol: Pelco-D.
You will not need to change the default protocol information on your camera
unless you are using multiple PTZ cameras or if your DVR does not support
the default settings (see your DVR's instruction manual for details). If you need
to change the PTZ protocol information, 7 Changing PTZ Protocol Information,
page 16.
6.2 Initial Setup
In the initial setup process, you will input the camera's protocol information in-
to your DVR. This enables PTZ functionality.
Note
The camera will display the configured PTZ protocol information when it starts up. To
quickly display this information on the monitor, disconnect and reconnect the camera
power adapter.
To perform initial setup using a Lorex ECO Series DVR:
1. Ensure the cables are connected correctly to the DVR according to 4 Con-
necting the Camera, page 4.
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