Nearity AW-V520D Conference Camera User Manual

Nearity AW-V520D Conference Camera

Product Information

Specifications

• Model : AW-V520D
• Version: V1.0

| Technical Specifications
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PTZ Lens Characteristics| Aperture F/1.8~2.6
Sensor: SONY CMOS, 5MP
Sensor: SONY CMOS, 5MP
FOV(D): 80°
FOV(H): 70°
FOV(V): 40°
Non-distortion lens
Panoramic Lens Characteristics| Aperture F/1.8
Sensor: 1/2.9 inches CMOS, 2MP
FOV(D): 120°
FOV(H): 110°
FOV(V): 70°
Non-distortion lens
Video Characteristics| Anti-flickering
Auto-exposure
Automatic white balance
3D noise suppression
1080P video ouput
Aspect ratio: 16:9
YUV: max of 480P@30fps MJPEG: max of 1080P@30fps H264: max of 2160P@30fps
Video Features| Speaker tracking Zone following Auto-framing Picture in Picture(PIP)
PTZ Features| Picture in Picture(PIP)
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Pan speed: 1.7° ~ 100°/s
Tilt speed: 0.7° ~ 28°/s
4 position presets
255 position presets
Privacy protection supported
Power and Connectivity| Power supply DC12V/1.5A
USB 2.0 Type-B
USB 2.0 Type-C
HDMI OUT
HDMI OUT
RS232 IN/ RS232 OUT/ RS485
SDI OUT
3.5mm line in
3.5mm line out
Compatible OS| Windows/Mac/Linux
Physical Characteristics| Height: 166mm(6.5 inches) Width: 153mm (6 inches) Depth: 153mm(6 inches)
Net weight: 1061g (37.43 oz)
Color: Dark Gray
Optional Mounts| Tripod bracket / TV Bracket / Wall bracket
Packing List| 1x V520D
1x USB cable(B to A)
1x Power adapter
1x Remote control
1x User manual

Caution

• Unauthorized removal and strong impact may cause damage to the device.
• The device should be kept away from high temperature environment, heat source, strong magnetic field, strong electric field.
• Do not immerse the device in water or other liquids. Keep in a dry, cool place.
• Be sure to fix the camera in case it falls out.
• Do not touch the surface of the lens or clean the product with a cotton swab or cotton cloth, use a non-abrasive cleaner to remove dirt from the product or the surface of the lens, and avoid using any corrosive solutions.

Product Overview

Product Introduction
The AW-V520D is a versatile conference camera ideal for use in classrooms, auditoriums, and large meeting rooms. It is equipped with a dual-lens PTZ system that allows for pan, tilt, and zoom functionality. The camera offers smart AI tracking for meeting freedom and presentation freedom, ensuring the speaker is always at the center of the picture. It also features intelligent auto-framing to include everyone in the room and speaker tracking to accurately track the speaker. NEARITY V520D is a Dual-Lens conferencing camera which is the perfect choice for class-rooms, auditoriums, and large meeting rooms. Bringing you vivid collaboration experienc-es through its dual lens system. Equipped with a 20x zoom PTZ lens and a wide angle fixed lens, V520D makes your speakers and attendees shine. Powered by AI algorithms, V520D has powerful video functions, such as auto-focus, Speaker tracking, Picture in Picture, Zone-following, and Auto-framing, to bring you a natural conversation experience.

Features

• Smart AI Tracking for Meeting Freedom and Presentation Freedom
  The V520D is a versatile conference camera that is ideal for use in classrooms, auditoriums, and large meeting rooms. It is equipped with a dual- lens PTZ system that allows for pan, tilt, and zoom functionality. With AI, the camera is able to offer zone-tracking to make sure the speaker is always at the center of the picture.

• Ensure Inclusivity in Meetings with Intelligent Auto-Framing
  When the room is filled with people, the wide-angle camera is enabled to make sure everyone is included in the picture. When less people is in the room, PTZ camera is enabled to provide crystal-clear auto-focused picture.

• Speaker Tracking to Make Your Voice Heard
  6-microphones array is used to track the speaker accurately. The PTZ camera is pointed to the speaker when main speaker is detected.

• 1080p High-Definition Video and 20x Combined Zoom Lens

• Experience premium studio-quality video like a pro
  The 1080p high-definition video and 20x combined zoom lens of the V520D conference camera makes it possible to capture every detail with exceptional clarity. This feature is ideal for larger meeting rooms where a wide-angle view is necessary to capture all participants.

• 255 Preset Camera View
  With the latest update, V520D conference camera comes with 255 preset camera positions and the option to configure them with the remote controller. This feature expertly captures all the key speakers in the conference room.

Packing List

• V520D Camera x 1
• USB Cable (B to A) x 1
• Power Adaptor x 1
• Remote Control x 1
• User Manual x 1

Basic Information

Physical Structure

1. PTZ Lens
2. Panoramic Lens
3. Indicators
4. Microphone
5. Universal Tripod 1/4 Interface

6. Power Port (DC 12V/1.5A)
7. RS232 IN
8. RS232 OUT (Please connect with crossover cable MD8-MD8)
9. RS485
10. HDMI OUT
11. 3.5mm Audio Line In Port
12. 3.5mm Audio Line Out Port
13. RJ45 (NDI)
14. USB2.0 Type B
15. SDI OUT
16. USB2.0 Type-C (Reserved)

Remote Control Overview

in/out button
19| Auto Focus| Auto-focus
20| Slow zoom in/out| Slowly zoom the lens to wide/narrow angle; Adjust focus
21| Preset position setting keys (0-9)| Set presets or recall presets Position
22| Set preset position| Setting: set preset position + corresponding preset position number key
23| Clear preset position| Clear: clear the preset + the corresponding preset number key
*Please use the remote control within 90° in front of the device.

Product Usage Instructions

Deployment
Indicators

The camera has indicators that provide visual feedback:

• Power Indicator: Indicates the camera’s power status
• Status Indicator: Indicates the camera’s operation status
• Network Indicator: Indicates the camera’s network connection status

Installation

1. Wall mounting
   When wall mounted, Try to keep the device body in a horizontal position on the prime lens part to ensure the best viewing angle.
   Recommended installation height: 150~200cm

2. TV Mounting
   Fix the camera with a suitable TV mount. Recommended installation height: 150~200cm

3. Tripod/Desktop Positioning
   Recommended installation height: 100~150cm

Device Connection
Connect the camera to the necessary devices:

1. Connect the USB cable (B to A) to the camera and a computer or other compatible device
2. Connect the power adaptor to the camera and a power source
3. Connect any additional devices, such as audio equipment or displays, to the corresponding ports on the camera

Power On and Off
To power on the camera, press and hold the power button until the power indicator lights up. To power off the camera, press and hold the power button until the power indicator turns off. Nearity V520D doesn’t have a power button. When you plug in the power cord, the device turns on.

Operating V520D
To operate the V520D conference camera:

1. Ensure that the camera is powered on.
2. Use the remote control to select the desired camera (Camera 1, Camera 2, Camera 3, or Camera 4).
3. Use the arrow keys on the remote control for pan, tilt, and zoom functionality.
4. Use the mode switch button on the remote control to switch between different smart functions.
5. Adjust any other settings or features as needed using the remote control.

Set V520D as the default video device
After connecting with the laptop/PC, we can set the default camera on the VC platform.

For example:
In Teams: More–Device setting–Camera. Click the drop menu, and then select V520D.

Operation by remote control
Use the menu key go to the OSD menu:

Exposure
Adjust the image frequency: 50Hz/60Hz

Image
Use the left and right buttons to adjust the image effect of the camera, including brightness, color, image horizontal/vertical flip, OSD flip. Switch the camera that needs to be adjusted by sensor type: Zoom for PTZ lens and Fixed for panoramic lens

PTZ

Privacy Protection:
When this feature is enabled, the PTZ lens will turn to the back when video is not enabled.

Camera number settings:
Switch the camera controlled by this remote control. The device can only be controlled through the remote control when the camera position is the same as the camera position on the remote control (the color needs to be the same).

Startup Position
Turn on/off the device automatically turns to the preset position 1 after power-on

Camera Mode
Mode Config Setting
We can configure different video functions-Manual/Speaker Tracking/Zone Following/No target display/PIP mode display/PIP mode

Press “Mode” to switch different video functions-Manual/Panorama/Auto Framing/Speaker Tracking/ Zone Following, which will show in the image.

Manual Mode
Under the Manual mode, we can control the PTZ lens pan/tilt/zoom and focus functions （Please refer to the remote control button description in the previous section）

Presets
Under the Manual mode, we can set 255 presets by using the remote control. (Make sure that the firmware is the latest one to support 255 presets) Step1, switch the camera mode to “Manual Mode”.

There are 2 ways switch to “Manual Mode”

1. Press the “Mode” key on the remote control, until it shows “Manual” on the image.
2. Use OSD manual, Press the “menu” key. Then select “Mode Config setting”, choose “Zone Follow-ing” to switch the camera mode. Step2, use the pan/tilt/zoom function to make the PTZ lens focus on the position you want. Press “PRESET” and then press “1” and “OK” to set the first preset. Step3, repeat step2 to set preset 2,3,4,…255. (ex. when set the 16th preset, use “1” and “6”, then press”OK”).Step4, after the preset settings are finished, press the corresponding number and then press “OK”to call the corresponding preset.
   We can also cancel the corresponding presets. Press “RESET” and then press the corresponding numeric button to cancel the corresponding preset.

Speaker Tracking
With the help of face detection and DOA (direction of arrival) technology, V520D can track the person who speaks and automatically focus on the speaker.

There are two ways to switch the camera to speaker tracking mode:

1. Press the “Mode” key on the remote control, until it shows “Speaker tracking” on the image.
2. Use OSD manual, Press the “menu” keyThen select “Mode Config setting”, choose “Speaker Tracking” to switch the camera mode.

Zone Following
Zone following feature mainly ensures V520D PTZ camera follows the speaker in the delimited area and makes sure the speaker is at the center of the frame. Just like the speaker tracking mode, there’s also 2 ways to switch the mode:

1. Press the “Mode” key on the remote control, until it shows “Zone Following” on the image.
2. Use OSD manual, Press the “menu” key. Then select “Mode Config setting”, choose “Zone Follow-ing” to switch the camera mode.

Auto-framing
By using the Auto-framing function, V520D automatically moves and adjusts the lens to comfort-ably frame meeting participants in the center of the image. Press the “Mode” key on the remote control, until it shows “Auto Framing” on the image.

PIP Mode(Picture in Picture)
Nearity V520D is designed with a panoramic camera to detect participants in real-time and a PTZ camera to capture the best picture of everyone in the room.

1. Access the menu by pressing here.
2. Choose 4. Mode Config Setting
3. Select Picture In Picture Mode and then press the right arrow key to activate the mode.

Setup
Set the protocol(Visca/Pelco-P/Pelco-D), address(1~7), and baudrate (1200/4800/9600/19200/38400/115200) of the current device

Restore Defaults Image Style
Enable/turn off to restore default image style

Nearsync Operation
The Nearsync operation allows for synchronized control of multiple cameras. Please refer to the user manual for detailed instructions on how to set up and use Nearsync.

Product information
After the device is connected to the computer via USB, the device manager automatically recognizes the device information

1. Device picture
2. Device information

Device Setting
Click “Device Setting” to enter the setting page. In this page, you can configure the device’s video functions.

1. The PTZ lens image

2. Cam Mode

   • Manual Mode, Panorama Mode, Auto Framing, Speaker Tracking, Zone Following
   • Under Zone Following Mode: Zoom mode-select Manual/Auto Mode(when select manual, the camera will not zoom automatically when the target moves), ROI Setting-Draw the tracking area, Show ROI-Show the drawing area in the Panoramic Lens image when using PIP mode.
     

3. Pic in Pic mode
   Position: top left, bottom left, top right, bottom right, or bottom middle of the screen

4. Show when no target: the camera image will go to-panorama screen, preset 1, keep the current position

5. Live Detection Region: Draw an area within the preview screen to improve detection distance and accuracy

6. Network setting

   • Visca Over IP Port: setting range 1024~65535
   • Network: Set the camera IP address
   • RTSP: config the stream address, user name and password for RTSP Streaming

7. Flip-H: Flip horizontally ON/OFF.

8. Osd Mirror: Flip OSD ON/OFF.

9. Flip-V: Flip vertically ON/OFF.

10. Privacy protection ON/OFF.

11. Line in to speaker track: connect the speaker source to avoid the wrong direction of speaker tracking.

12. Call up preset 1 when powered on

13. Set the current device’s number: The four colors of red, yellow, green and blue correspond to the four buttons on the remote control

14. PTZ： Control pan/tilt rotation, image panorama(Home), image zoom in/out

Video Setting
In this page, we can set the image parameters of the PTZ lens.

1. Preview
2. Reset image parameters, refresh the page
3. Adjust image: Saturation, sharpness, brightness, contrast, hue
4. Auto/Manual Exposure Mode
5. Switch flicker frequency 50/60Hz
6. Adjust image style: Default, soft, light or enable HDR

Upgrade Firmware
Upgrade online

1. Select the firmware version you want to update from the drop down menu.
2. Click Update to start. And it will show the update process as follows:
3. When updating finishes, the device will restart automatically.

Local update
Sometimes we need to customize the firmware version according to the current room envi-ronment, which should not be shown online. Ensure you’ve already get the firmware from our technical team before you start local update.

1. Click the Local update function

2. Choose the file on your PC/Laptop

3. Click Update to start. And it will show the update process as follows:
   

4. When updating finishes, the device will restart automatically.

FAQ

Can we use different video functions simultaneously?

PIP mode can be used when we use Speaker Tracking and Zone Following. But cannot be used when Auto-framing. We can only use one of these three modes: Speaker tracking, Zone-following, and Auto-framing.

Is the remote control one-to-one designed?

No. The remote control can be used for all Nearity PTZ modes. And one remote control can con-trol up to 4 PTZs. You can use Device Manager to set numbers associated with each camera, and then select which camera you would like to control using the remote. The default binding setting is Off. If you don’t do any binding, no matter if you press camera 1 or 2, 3, 4 button on the remote control, you can control all the Nearity PTZs around you.

How many people will be tracked when using the zone-following mode?

After the zone is setting, the V520D will track the first person that appeared in the drawing zone. Until the person moves out of the zone. It will track the next person in the zone.

Can V520D PTZ connect external vidphones to expand the pickup distance?

No. The V520D is not designed as a sound pickup device. The microphone-array is only for voice detection and works in speaker tracking mode. And V520D cannot support audio processing, so it cannot connect to external machines.

Q: How do I configure the preset camera positions?
A: To configure the preset camera positions, follow these steps:

1. Ensure that the camera is powered on and connected to a compatible device.
2. Use the remote control to select the desired camera (Camera 1, Camera 2, Camera 3, or Camera 4).
3. Position the camera to the desired position using the arrow keys on the remote control.
4. Press and hold the desired preset button on the remote control until the camera position is saved.

Q: Can I connect external audio equipment to the camera?
A: Yes, you can connect external audio equipment to the camera using the corresponding audio line in and audio line out ports.
Please refer to the user manual for detailed instructions on how to connect and configure external audio equipment.

RS232 Connection

The RS232 IN port on the device side is connected to the RS232 port of the control device/keyboard

The connection cable needs to be connected from the RS232 Out of the device to the RS232 IN port of the next device(note that this series connection line needs the cross wire of RS232)

RS485 Connection
It can be connected to the positive and negative correspondence of the control termi-nal/keyboard, as shown in the figure below, without grounding

NDI Configuration

NDI authorization
Before using NDI, please provide the SN of the device to our sales staff. The sales staff will contact the headquarters for device authorization

1. In the NDI Authorization tool, select the name of the device to be authorized.
2. Get the NDI info
3. NDI Authorization confirmation

Make sure the camera and PC are on the same LAN and use the NDI tool to get the stream. Camera Default IP: 192.168.0.202

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