wiki:outdoor_enclosure_getting_started
Differences
This shows you the differences between two versions of the page.
| Both sides previous revision Previous revision Next revision | Previous revision | ||
|
wiki:outdoor_enclosure_getting_started [2021/09/15 10:31] vizycam |
wiki:outdoor_enclosure_getting_started [2022/04/11 14:37] (current) vizycam |
||
|---|---|---|---|
| Line 1: | Line 1: | ||
| - | ===== Getting started with the outdoor enclosure ===== | + | ====== Getting started with the outdoor enclosure ====== |
| - | Vizy's outdoor enclosure does an excellent job of keeping Vizy safe and sound inside (it's IP66 rated), and it has integrated IR lighting for nighttime use. | + | Vizy's outdoor enclosure does an excellent job of keeping Vizy safe and sound through all weather conditions (it's IP66 rated), and it has integrated IR lighting for nighttime use. |
| - | ==== Mounting Vizy in the enclosure ==== | + | ===== Mounting Vizy in the enclosure ===== |
| - | The outdoor enclosure includes IR light to gives Vizy the ability to operate reliably in all weather conditions and at nighttime. It’s IP66 rated and includes wire seals. To install your Vizy in the outdoor enclosure, you will need the following tools: medium phillips screwdriver, Vizy screwdriver (or small phillips and standard screwdriver), needlenose pliers. | + | To install your Vizy in the outdoor enclosure, you will need the following tools: medium phillips screwdriver, Vizy screwdriver (or small phillips and standard screwdriver), needlenose pliers. |
| {{wiki:image_257.jpg?600}} | {{wiki:image_257.jpg?600}} | ||
| Line 18: | Line 18: | ||
| {{wiki:image_260.jpg?600}} | {{wiki:image_260.jpg?600}} | ||
| - | === Wide-angle lens === | + | ==== Wide-angle lens ==== |
| If you want to use the wide-angle lens (short lens), start by inserting an M3 fastener in the hole as shown -- don't forget to add the spacer. | If you want to use the wide-angle lens (short lens), start by inserting an M3 fastener in the hole as shown -- don't forget to add the spacer. | ||
| Line 34: | Line 34: | ||
| {{wiki:image_265.jpg?600}} | {{wiki:image_265.jpg?600}} | ||
| - | === Zoom lens === | + | ==== Zoom lens ==== |
| | | ||
| If you want to use the 8-50mm zoom lens, start by inserting an M3 fastener in the 5th hole from the rear of the bracket as shown -- don't forget to add the spacer. | If you want to use the 8-50mm zoom lens, start by inserting an M3 fastener in the 5th hole from the rear of the bracket as shown -- don't forget to add the spacer. | ||
| Line 50: | Line 50: | ||
| {{wiki:image_271.jpg?600}} | {{wiki:image_271.jpg?600}} | ||
| - | ==== Wiring things up ==== | + | ===== Wiring things up ===== |
| Included with your outdoor enclosure is a cable for powering the IR light and a button for powering on/off your Vizy while it's in the enclosure. Start by removing the back cap. Use a medium-sized phillips screwdriver to remove the back cap. | Included with your outdoor enclosure is a cable for powering the IR light and a button for powering on/off your Vizy while it's in the enclosure. Start by removing the back cap. Use a medium-sized phillips screwdriver to remove the back cap. | ||
| Line 70: | Line 70: | ||
| * Pin 3: Red wire of button cable | * Pin 3: Red wire of button cable | ||
| - | Note also, when using the terminal connector, first loosen the connector's fasteners by turning them counter-clockwise to open the internal clamps. Then insert the wires and tighten by turning the fasteners clockwise. Tug on the wires to make sure they are secure. | + | Note also, when using the terminal connector, first loosen the connector's fasteners by turning them counter-clockwise to open the internal clamps. Then insert the wires and tighten by turning the fasteners clockwise. Tug on the wires to make sure they are secure. Your Vizy screwdriver is perfect for this job. :-) |
| - | ==== Testing ==== | + | ===== Testing ===== |
| - | Before putting everything back together, let's first test to verify everything is wired up correctly. | + | Before putting everything back together, let's first test to make sure it's all wired up correctly. |
| - Begin by plugging the IR cable into the IR light in the front cap. \\ {{wiki:image_277.jpg?600}} | - Begin by plugging the IR cable into the IR light in the front cap. \\ {{wiki:image_277.jpg?600}} | ||
| Line 86: | Line 86: | ||
| - | === Testing IR light === | + | ==== Testing the IR light ==== |
| The IR light is software-controlled and normally the pins on Vizy's I/O connector don't supply power until you tell them to do so. The easiest way to enable power (currently) is through Python code, or by bringing up a Python interpreter. | The IR light is software-controlled and normally the pins on Vizy's I/O connector don't supply power until you tell them to do so. The easiest way to enable power (currently) is through Python code, or by bringing up a Python interpreter. | ||
| - | To quickly test things out, bring up a Python interpreter by clicking on the ☰ icon in the upper right corner and selecting ''%%Python%%''. | + | To quickly test things out, bring up a Python interpreter by clicking on the ☰ icon in the upper right corner and selecting **Python**. |
| {{wiki:image_249.jpg?250}} | {{wiki:image_249.jpg?250}} | ||
| Line 112: | Line 112: | ||
| If you suspect the IR LEDs aren't lighting up, be sure to recheck the connections, especially those going into the terminal connector. | If you suspect the IR LEDs aren't lighting up, be sure to recheck the connections, especially those going into the terminal connector. | ||
| - | Note, as long as you have your browser pointed at your Vizy, now is a good time to make sure the Vizy's lens is focused. | + | Note, as long as you have your browser pointed at your Vizy, now is a good time to make sure the Vizy's lens is focused. |
| - | === Testing external button === | + | ==== Testing the external button ==== |
| - | To test the external button, we first need to enable it. Bring up the ''%%System%%'' menu | + | To test the external button, we first need to enable it. Bring up the **System** menu |
| {{wiki:image_252.jpg?250}} | {{wiki:image_252.jpg?250}} | ||
| - | and check the ''%%External button%%'' checkbox and close the dialog. | + | and check the **External button** checkbox and close the dialog. (Note, Vizy will remember this setting even if you turn off and/or unplug Vizy from power.) |
| {{wiki:image_251.jpg?400}} | {{wiki:image_251.jpg?400}} | ||
| - | You should notice that the LED on the button turns on when you check the ''%%External button%%'' checkbox. Now try to power down your Vizy with the external button by depressing it for several seconds. | + | You should notice that the LED on the button turns on when you check the **External button** checkbox. Now try to power down your Vizy with the external button by depressing it for several seconds. |
| If your external button doesn't seem to work, be sure to carefully check the connections, especially those going into the terminal connector. | If your external button doesn't seem to work, be sure to carefully check the connections, especially those going into the terminal connector. | ||
| - | ==== Power over Ethernet ==== | + | ===== Power over Ethernet ===== |
| If you are using the power over Ethernet splitter, go ahead and follow the installation instructions [[wiki:poe_getting_started|here]]. | If you are using the power over Ethernet splitter, go ahead and follow the installation instructions [[wiki:poe_getting_started|here]]. | ||
| - | ==== Final integration ==== | + | ===== Final integration ===== |
| - Start by unplugging the IR cable from the front cap. | - Start by unplugging the IR cable from the front cap. | ||
| Line 142: | Line 142: | ||
| - Attach back cap to extrusion and tighten fasteners. \\ {{wiki:image_286.jpg?600}} | - Attach back cap to extrusion and tighten fasteners. \\ {{wiki:image_286.jpg?600}} | ||
| - Plug in the IR cable into the front cap. \\ {{wiki:image_292.jpg?600}} | - Plug in the IR cable into the front cap. \\ {{wiki:image_292.jpg?600}} | ||
| - | - Make sure the 1/4-20 nuts, which may have fallen out are in the extrusion channel before attaching the front cap. \\ {{wiki:image_293.jpg?600}} | + | - Make sure to reinsert the 1/4-20 nuts into the extrusion channel, which may have fallen out, before attaching the front cap. \\ {{wiki:image_293.jpg?600}} |
| - | - Attach front cap to extrusion. Note, if you are using the zoom lens, you may have trouble getting the lens to fit inside the annular (the circular ring) in the front cap. Try pulling Vizy out of the extrusion several inches, fitting the front cap over the lens, and then sliding Vizy back into the extrusion. | + | - Attach front cap to extrusion. **Note:** if you are using the zoom lens, you may have trouble getting the lens to fit inside the annular (the circular ring) in the front cap. Try pulling Vizy out of the extrusion several inches, fitting the front cap over the lens, and then sliding Vizy back into the extrusion. |
| - Before tightening the screws on the front cap, you might make sure that the lens is focused and the glass in the front cap is clean/free of lint. | - Before tightening the screws on the front cap, you might make sure that the lens is focused and the glass in the front cap is clean/free of lint. | ||
| - Use two or three of the cable ties to cinch the wire seal around the wires. \\ {{wiki:image_288.jpg?600}} {{wiki:image_290.jpg?600}} {{wiki:image_291.jpg?600}} | - Use two or three of the cable ties to cinch the wire seal around the wires. \\ {{wiki:image_288.jpg?600}} {{wiki:image_290.jpg?600}} {{wiki:image_291.jpg?600}} | ||
| - | Your Vizy is now snug in its enclosure and safe from the elements. Nice work! :-) You can use the 1/4-20 fastener nut(s) on the bottom of the enclosure to mount your Vizy where/how you would like. | + | Your Vizy is now snug in its enclosure and safe from the elements. Nice work! :-) You can use the 1/4-20 fastener nut(s) on the bottom of the enclosure to mount your Vizy where/how you would like. |
| - | {{wiki:image_294.jpg?600}} | + | {{wiki:image_295.jpg?600}} |
| + | ===== Simple mounting ideas ===== | ||
| + | {{page>wiki:simple_outdoor_enclosure_mounting&noheader}} | ||
| + | |||
wiki/outdoor_enclosure_getting_started.1631719919.txt.gz · Last modified: 2021/09/15 10:31 by vizycam
Page Tools
Except where otherwise noted, content on this wiki is licensed under the following license: CC Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International
