ZowieTek M12 4K POV Camera User Guide

ZowieTek M12 4K POV Camera

Product Information

Specifications

• Brand: ZowieCam
• Model: 4K POV Camera
• Lens: 4K 8M M12 Lens
• Power Input: USB-C
• Network Connection: Ethernet
• Power Options: Power Adapter or PoE/PoE+
• Control Interface: HDMI, SDI, USB-C
• Audio Input: 3.5mm

Product Usage Instructions

Packing List
Ensure all items are included in the package:

• 4K POV Camera
• Power Adapter
• Quick Start Guide
• Hot Shoe Mount Adapter to 1/4 Thread Hole
• 4K 8M M12 Lens
• C to CS Mount (CS Only)

Device Interface Description
The device interface includes HDMI output, MENU control button, power indicator light, 3.5mm audio inputs, SDI output, and USB-C power input.

Installation and Connection

1. Connect Network: Connect the ZowieCam to a network with router or DHCP functionality using an Ethernet cable.
2. Power Connection:
   • USB-C Power: Use the power adapter to power the ZowieCam.
   • PoE Power: Alternatively, power the ZowieCam through Ethernet (PoE/PoE+) by connecting to a PoE network switch with at least a CAT5e Ethernet cable.
3. Login: Access the ZowieCam via mDNS or devicediscover methods as described in the manual.

MENU Button
The MENU button on the ZowieCam provides access to OSD menu controls and standby mode toggling.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Q: What is the default login information for the ZowieCam?
   A: The default username is admin and the password is also admin.

2. Q: How can I control the ZowieCam from my iPad or iPhone?
   A: Ensure your mobile device is on the same LAN as the ZowieCam, then scan the QR code on the web control interface to log in from your mobile device.

NDI is a registered trademark of the Vizrt Group
It is recommended that you read this product’s instruction manual carefully before using it. To avoid physical or electrical damage to your personal safety and the equipment, please install and use this product in strict accordance with this manual or the instructions of a professional. Incorrect electrical connections or physical installation may cause permanent damage to the equipment or even threaten your personal safety.

Packing list

Device Interface Description

1| LAN/PoE+/NDI®|HX3| 5| 3.5mm Audio Inputs
---|---|---|---
2| HDMI Output| 6| SDI Output
3| MENU Control Button| 7| USB-C Power Input
4| Power Indicator Light| |

Installation and connection

Connect Network
Connect the ZowieCam to a network with router or DHCP functionality using an Ethernet cable.

Power Connection

1. USB-C Power
   After powering the ZowieCam with the power adapter, the status indicator light will illuminate.

2. PoE Power
   The ZowieCam can also be powered through Ethernet (PoE/PoE+), eliminating the need for a power adapter. When using PoE, connect the Ethernet cable to a PoE network switch; the cable should be at least a CAT5e Ethernet cable.

3. Network Control
   The ZowieCam offers four convenient and quick methods to access the web-based control interface.

IP Address
ZowieCam’s DHCP is on by default. Please connect the HDMI/SDI output to the monitor, the IP address will be automatically displayed in the upper left corner for a period of time after ZowieCam is turned on; or click the MENU button to call out the OSD menu instantly to check the IP address. Input the IP address In the browser of mobile phones or computers in the same LAN To login the web control interface.

Login to ZowieCam via mDNS
Please enter http://ZowieCam-xxxxx.local in your computer or mobile phone browser

Login to ZowieCam By Device Discover
If you already have ZowieCam or ZowieBox,you can also login to the new ZowieCam by device discover, log into the web control page, and click “Setting->Dashboard” to use the discovery function. After clicking “Scan”, find the serial number of the device that matches with the new ZowieCam label and click it to the web control interface of the device.

Fail-Safe IP
When the connected network does not have DHCP function, when ZowieCam is directly connected to the computer via a network cable, or other unknown errors occur, the IP of ZowieCam will change to a fail-safe IP (192.168.5.168).To access the web-based control interface, you need to add the 192.168.5.x network segment on your computer. For detailed configuration steps, please refer to the user manual.

Notes：
Username: admin; Password: admin

Control From Your iPad or iPhone
If users need to use mobile phone to log in the web control interface after logging in the web control interface on the computer side, please make sure that the mobile phone and ZowieCam are in the same LAN, and scan the QR code at the bottom left corner of the web page to log in the web control interface.

Notes:
The AF lens has been calibrated at the factory and does not need to be calibrated again.

MENU Button

The ZowieCam button is a four directional buttons with a center and four directions: up, down, left, right.

OSD Menu Controls
Press the center button to access or return to the OSD menu. When the OSD menu is active, use the up and down directional button to navigate; use the left and right directional button to enter submenus or adjust numerical values.

Standby
Press and hold the button in the center direction for 3 seconds to toggle ZowieCam between standby mode and normal operation.

Shortcut Buttons
When the OSD menu is inactive, use the up, down, left, and right buttons to modify exposure parameters based on the current exposure mode. The specific exposure modes and corresponding parameter adjustments are detailed in the table below:

Tip:
If the model number written on the bottom of ZowieCam is 30631-102 or 30621-112, i.e., ZowieCam has the focus function, the button function will be modified according to the focus mode and the exposure mode, and the specific parameters are shown below;

Front Panel Indicator Lights

The front panel lights of the ZowieCam serve as status indicator lights during startup, with specific rules as follows:

After ZowieCam completes its startup, the front panel lights will function as Tally lights. When the Tally light is set to automatic mode and the encoding mode is NDI, if the NDI-encoded output is sent to other NDI receivers (such as vMix, OBS, etc.), ZowieCam will modify the Tally light color based on whether the receiver switches to Program (PGM) or Preview (PVM) mode.

Encoding Mode

Encoding Mode Switching
ZowieCam has two working modes, normal encoding mode, and NDI encoding mode. It supports up to 4k30 output and encoding; supports encoding RTSP, RTMP(S), SRT and NDI (HX/HX2/HX3) . Streams to switch to NDI encoding mode, please login the web control interface and click “Setting->System->NDI” to make sure NDI is activated.

After logging into the web control interface, click “Setting- >Streaming->NDI” to open the NDI button and reboot to enable NDI encoding mode.

NDI Connection
Compatible software:

After ZowieCam is switched to NDI encoding mode, it supports most of NDI software to discover ZowieCam automatically in the same LAN, for example, selecting the device you need to play directly in NDI 5Tool.

Notes:
If your computer cannot detect all NDI settings:

• Check if the computer can access the web-based control interface of ZowieCam.
• Please close any relevant software such as VPN.
• Verify whether you are using a private or public network, and check if you have allowed all NDI software to pass through in the “Allow applications to passthrough the firewall”.

Local Stream

Through local streaming, users can view the effect of encoding settings in real time on the same LAN.

1. Click “Streaming->Local” in the web control interface.
2. Click the icon on the right to copy the URL of the primary or secondary stream.

Internet Stream

Add tasks in this interface to streaming to other platforms

1. Click “Streaming->Live” on the web page.
2. Click “+Add” to create a new network streaming task.
3. Select the same protocol as the streaming address and enter the streaming address and key, if you don’t have the streaming key, you can skip it.
4. Enter the name of the network flow task and click “Save”, the name will be displayed in the preview interface for operation.
5. Turn on “Test” to start pushing stream.

Restore Factory Settings and Reboot

1. Restart ZowieCam Click “System->Default->Restart” in the web control interface.
2. Restore ZowieCam to factory settings:
3. Click “System->Default->Restore factory default settings”
4. Click the panel button MENU to bring up the OSD and select Restore Factory Settings.

Firmware Upgrading

1. Click “System->Default->Restart” in the web control interface.
2. Click to select the file to upload the correct firmware.
3. Click to upgrade.

Notes
After clicking Upgrade, ZowieCam will be automatically upgraded and rebooted. This process will take a few minutes. During this period, please keep the network of ZowieCam smooth and stable power supply, otherwise it will lead to upgrade failure.

Warranty
We offer your 4K POV Camera one-year hardware warranty Lifetime software maintenance

For answers to FAQs and information, please visit:
****https://www.zowietek.cn/knowledge-base
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Or contact us:
Email: support@zowietek.com
+86-21-50277371, 50277372
A professional 4K video camera, streaming, recording solution provider Since 2004

Zowietek Electronics, Ltd.
2218 Hunan Road, West Wing 1701Pudong, Shanghai, China PN:30631-XYZ
is a registered trademark of Zowietek Electronics , Ltd.

References

• 上海泽纬特电子有限公司 – 专业的医疗录像、PTZ云台摄像机、5G直播提供商
• 知识库 – 上海泽纬特电子有限公司

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