zowieTek 4K NDI POV Camera User Guide

zowieTek 4K NDI POV Camera

Product Information

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.

Installation
Follow the installation instructions provided in the manual or seek assistance from a professional to avoid any physical or electrical damage. Incorrect installation may lead to permanent equipment damage or pose safety risks.

Packing List

Device Interface Description

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

Specifications:

• Brand: eTeK
• Model: 4K NDI POV CAMERA
• Trademark: NOi. (Registered trademark of the Vizrt Group)

Installation and connection

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

2. Power Connection

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

4. Option 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.

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

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

Notes:
The label locates at the bottom of ZowieCAM, and the URL address can be found in the label. It is best to take a photo of the label and save it so that you can quickly find URL the next time.

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 at the upper left corner at anytime after ZowieCam is turned on; or press 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 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.

Notes
Username: admin; Password: admin

Control From Your Pad or Phone
If users need to use a mobile phone to log in to the web control interface after logging in to 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.

MENU Control of Camera
The ZowieCam button is a four-directional button with a centre and four directions: up, down, left, and right, and it is located at the back panel.

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

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

3. Shortcut Buttons
   When the OSD menu is inactive, use the up, down, left, and right buttons to modify parameters.

The shortcut buttons are related to the device model, exposure mode and focus mode. The corresponding table is as follows.

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) . If you want to switch the code stream 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 5 Tool.

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”

Reading the Manual
It is highly recommended to carefully read the instruction manual before using the product. This will help you understand its features and ensure proper usage.

Local Stream
Through local streaming, users can view the consequence of encoding settings in real time on the same LAN by rtsp stream.

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 public CDN (Content Delivery Network).

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 reboot. 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.

Usage Guidelines
Ensure that you use the product in strict accordance with the guidelines mentioned in the manual. This will help maintain the product’s performance and your safety.

Maintenance
Regular maintenance of the camera is essential to prolong its lifespan and ensure optimal performance. Refer to the manual for maintenance instructions.

Warranty

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

For answers to FAQs and information, please visit:
https://www.zowietek.com/knowledge-base

https://www.zowietek.com/

Or contact us:

support@zowietek.com

++86-21-50277371, 50277372

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do before using the camera?
Before using the camera, make sure to read the instruction manual thoroughly to understand its features and operating instructions.

How can I prevent damage to the equipment?
To prevent damage, always follow the installation guidelines provided in the manual and seek professional help if needed. Avoid incorrect electrical connections.

Is it safe to use this product?
When used according to the instructions, the product is safe to use. However, any misuse or improper installation can pose risks to personal safety.

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Pudong, Shanghai, China
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