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Handle the camera with care, especially its moving parts. Always hold the camera by its base and avoid manually adjusting the lens position. The camera is packed in a sealed bag—if the seal is broken, contact Avonic immediately. Ensure the camera is placed on a stable surface or securely mounted using one of our mounting options (sold separately).

Handling Precautions

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Power on

Power the camera by plugging it into a power adapter or by using Power over Ethernet (PoE+ for CM90-series, IEEE 802.3at). If using PoE, ensure it is enabled in your switch configuration. The camera can be powered via both methods simultaneously. Regardless of the power source, ensure the physical ON/OFF button is set to "ON" (even when connected to a PoE switch). During startup, the camera calibrates its PTZ directions by moving back and then returning to the home position (typically front and center). If calibration fails, the camera will not boot properly.

Connect outputs

HDMI / SDI Output

Connect a HDMI and/or SDI cable. Ensure you are using a compatible device that supports the camera’s output resolution. You can change the resolution via the Web GUI or the system select switch. Learn more. If your display does not support the camera's output resolution, refer to this guide on changing HDMI/SDI output resolution. The SDI output is limited to 1080p60, while HDMI supports up to 2160p60 (4K).

USB Output

The CM93 features two output streams. The substream can be configured for either IP or USB use via the OSD menu. (OSD → Camera → Choose Stream → USB) If USB is not selected, a splash screen will prompt you to change the substream behavior. When using USB for videoconferencing, the camera does not control output quality—this depends on the connected computer and conferencing software.

IP Streaming

The default IP address is 192.168.5.163. You can log in and configure streaming settings through the Web GUI. For detailed streaming guides, refer to:

Configure the Camera

The camera settings can be adjusted via the Web GUI or the On-Screen Display (OSD). Default settings are optimized for automatic adjustments, but you may need to fine-tune them based on your environment.Refer to our recommended settings for guidance on exposure, lighting, and color adjustments.

Setting a Custom Home Position

To set a different home position, store a preset under position "0" using the IR remote:

  • Press [*] → [#] → [0] to store a new home position.

Anti-Flicker Settings

If flickering occurs, test different anti-flicker settings via the OSD or Web GUI.

Lighting Adjustments

If lighting conditions change frequently, leave settings like exposure mode and white balance on automatic. In fixed lighting conditions, consider manually setting exposure using AAE or SAE mode. Learn more.

On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu

To open the OSD menu on an HDMI/SDI display, press “Menu” on the remote control (requires 2x AAA batteries). See also How to access the OSD menu.

Web GUI Access

The Web GUI is accessed by entering the camera's IP address (default: http://192.168.5.163) into a web browser. Login credentials: admin/admin. See also How to open the camera's Web GUI?.

IR Remote Control

The default IR ID is 1. Assign unique IDs to multiple cameras:

  • Turn on only Camera 2 → Press [*] → [#] → [F2]
  • Turn on only Camera 3 → Press [*] → [#] → [F3]

See also IR Remote Control Guide.

Additional Resources

This guide provides a brief overview of the camera setup. For a more detailed manual, visit our main manual on our website.