Objective 1 – Compatible Output Resolution

• Open VIDEO FORMAT and select a resolution / frame‑rate all downstream devices support (e.g. 1080p60 or 1080p50).
• Avoid 30 fps unless the entire chain is locked to it; fast motion looks choppy. 50 fps or 60 fps keep motion smooth.
• Apply the setting and reboot the camera so HDMI, SDI, IP and USB outputs synchronise.

Objective 2 – Correct Brightness & Dynamic Range

• Navigate to CAMERA → EXPOSURE → Mode and select AAE (Aperture Automatic Exposure) for a stable baseline.
• Set the iris to F3.4 – F4.0 for greater depth of field and sharper focus.
• If lighting varies widely, you may remain in AUTO. Keep G.Limit (Gain Limit) as low as the scene allows (typically 6–12 dB) to avoid noise.

Objective 3 – Consistent Focus

• Open CAMERA → FOCUS and start with MANUAL; adjust until the subject is sharp.
• Autofocus fallback: If the subject distance changes constantly (roaming speaker, rapid PTZ moves) switch to AUTO. In very low light the lens may briefly search for focus.
• Save a preset; the selected focus mode is stored with it.

Objective 4 – Flicker‑Free Image

• Open CAMERA → EXPOSURE → Flicker and set 50 Hz (Europe) or 60 Hz (North America).
• If faint horizontal bands remain under LED or fluorescent fixtures, lock the shutter to 1/100 s (with Flicker = 50 Hz) or 1/60 s (with Flicker = 60 Hz).

Objective 5 – Accurate Colour & White Balance

• Select COLOR → WB Mode → OnePush. Fill the frame with a white card and press Adjust to lock the white point.
• Open COLOR → Saturation and boost to 120 % – 130 % to restore vibrancy lost through IP compression.

Objective 6 – Motion Clarity vs Low‑Light Brightness

• Low‑light: Lower the output to 50 fps; each frame lasts 20 ms, allowing a 1/50 s shutter that gathers 20 % more light than 60 fps.
• Fast‑action: Keep 60 fps and set shutter to ≤ 1/250 s; add front lighting rather than excessive gain.
• Dropping to 30 fps is a last resort; viewers perceive it as stutter on pans or quick movement.

Objective 7 – Low‑Noise Image

• Add light wherever possible before applying electronic corrections.
• Under CAMERA → NOISE REDUCTION (or VIDEO → Camera Settings → NR) select NR‑2D or NR‑3D and start at Low. Increase only until noise is acceptable; higher levels blur detail.

Saving Your Settings

Location of stored settings

Automatic Adjustments

Certain actions cause the camera to adjust settings

Emergency Reset

• Run OSD MENU ▶ RESTORE DEFAULT ▶ YES to revert all global settings to factory values.
• User presets may be cleared or preserved depending on model.
• After reset, repeat Objectives 1–7 and re-save any needed presets.