FLIR ME373A Quick start guide
- Category
- Security cameras
- Type
- Quick start guide
FLIR ME373A is an 8MP Mini Fixed Eyeball Dome Camera suitable for indoor and outdoor surveillance. It offers sharp and detailed images with a resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels. The camera features backlight mode, image adjustment options, exposure control, white balance adjustment, and day/night functionality for clear images in varying lighting conditions. With built-in IR illumination, it can capture clear footage even in low-light or nighttime environments.
FLIR ME373A is an 8MP Mini Fixed Eyeball Dome Camera suitable for indoor and outdoor surveillance. It offers sharp and detailed images with a resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels. The camera features backlight mode, image adjustment options, exposure control, white balance adjustment, and day/night functionality for clear images in varying lighting conditions. With built-in IR illumination, it can capture clear footage even in low-light or nighttime environments.
FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area
is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
FLIR Systems, Inc., Copyright © 2018
As our products are subject to continuous improvement, FLIR Systems Inc. reserves
the right to modify product design, specifications and prices, without notice and
without incurring any obligation. E&OE
ME373A_QSG_EN_R1
Package Contents
• 8MP Mini Fixed Eyeball Dome Camera
• Mounting Screws & Drywall Anchors (×4)
• Allen Key
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QUICK START GUIDE
English Version 1.0
ME373A Series
8MP Mini Fixed Eyeball
Dome Camera
flir.com/security/mpx
On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
See the full OSD menu tree below:
To use the OSD menu:
1. In Live View, click the channel that has the camera connected to open
in full-screen.
2. Right-click and click Pan/Tilt/Zoom. Enter the system user name
and password if prompted. The PTZ menu opens.
3. Click the arrow in the PTZ control window to show advanced controls.
4. Click
. The OSD menu appears over the camera image.
5. Use the on-screen controls to configure menu items:
• UP / DOWN Arrows: Select menu items.
• LEFT / RIGHT Arrows: Change values for menu items.
• ESC: Exit the OSD menu.
• ENTER: Confirm selection.
6. Select Return to return to the previous menu, or Exit from the main menu
to exit.
NOTE: These instructions are based on current MPX DVR interface. If you are
not able to access your DVR’s OSD menu by following these steps, please use
the instructions in your DVR manual instead.
You can configure the camera’s advanced settings on an MPX DVR
using the OSD menu.
Format
Video Mode
Backlight Mode
BLC
WDR
HLC
Image Adjustment
Image Mode
Sharpness
Brightness
Contrast
Saturation
Sharp Suppress
Chroma Suppress
Gamma
2 DNR
3 DNR
Exposure
Exposure Mode
Exposure Level
Exposure Speed
Anti-flicker
White Balance
Auto
Auto Tracking
Manual
Sodium Lamp
Indoor
Outdoor 1
Outdoor 2
Day/Night
Auto
Black/White
Color
Language
Advanced
Camera Name
Mirror
Audio Mode
Smart IR
Voltage Prompt
Privacy Mask
D-Zoom
Defog
System Info
OSD Auto Save & Exit
Default
Safety Precautions
• Use an appropriate low voltage power cable to prevent fire or
electrical shock.
• Make sure to install the camera in an area that can support the
camera weight.
• There are no user serviceable parts inside the camera. Do not
disassemble the camera.
• Do not clean the lens cover with an abrasive cleaning material. Use
a soft cloth to clean the lens cover.
• Mounting Template
• Power Pigtail
NOTE: 12V DC power adapter not included.
NOTE: The Voltage Prompt feature is enabled by default. If you see the following
icon on screen (
), the camera is outside of the acceptable voltage range.
Ensure the power supply used is within the camera’s noted specifications.
ATTENTION:
Test the camera prior to selecting a permanent mounting location by temporarily
connecting the camera(s) and cables to the DVR.
Camera Dimensions
2.5” / 64mm
3.9”
99mm
Installing the Camera
1. Use the included Allen key to loosen the adjustment screw
on the dome cover.
2. Rotate the camera base counter-clockwise to separate it
from the ball camera and dome cover.
3. Use the included mounting template to mark and drill
holes for the included mounting screws.
4. Feed the camera cable through the camera base.
5. Connect the video and power cable as detailed in the
section ‘Setting up the Camera’.
6. Attach the camera base to the mounting surface using
the included screws.
7. Position the dome cover over the ball camera and
twist clockwise onto the camera base. Do not tighten
completely.
8. Move the ball camera to the desired position. While
holding the ball camera in place, twist the dome cover the
rest of the way to secure it to the camera base. Holding
the camera prevents it from moving while tightening the
dome cover.
9. Use the included Allen key to tighten the adjustment
screw on the dome cover.
NOTE: Insert the included drywall anchors if installing
into drywall.
Mounting
surface
Mounting
screws (×4)
Drywall
anchors (×4)
Camera
base
Ball
camera
Dome
cover
Setting up the Camera
WARNING:
A REGULATED UL 12V DC power supply is REQUIRED for use with this camera. Use
of a common ground power supply will result in image quality degradation. Use of
a non-regulated, non-conforming power supply can damage this product and void
the warranty.
1. Connect the BNC connector on the camera to the video
cable. See “Camera Wiring” for details.
2. Connect the included power pigtail to the camera. Connect
the terminating wires of the cable directly to the DC power
source.
OR
Connect an individually grounded 12V DC power adapter
(not included) to the camera and a local power outlet.
Extension Cable Options
Specification Maximum Length
RG59 20AWG CU Conductor 95%
Braid CSA/UL or C(UL) Approved
Up to 500ft (152m)
†
RG6 20AWG CU Conductor 95%
Braid CSA/UL or C(UL) Approved
Up to 700ft (213m)
†
Analog CCTV Balun (8MP+ rated) Up to 300ft (91m)
††
† Long cable runs over 500ft (152m) may be affected by
electro-mechanical interference (EMI), which can increase the
amount of noise in the picture in some installations.
†† If using a balun, ensure it is rated for the maximum
supported resolution of the camera (e.g., an 8MP camera
requires a balun rated for 8MP or above).
The entire length of the cable run must be made using a single
extension cable between the camera and the DVR.
0.7lbs / 0.3kg
Weight
To install the camera:
POWER: Connect to the included
power pigtail or an individually
grounded 12V DC power adapter
(not included). *
Camera Wiring
* Camera focus may be affected if the power connection is too long. It
is recommended not to extend the power connection past 200ft (61m).
** For information on compatibility with various analog HD formats,
visit flir.com/security/MPXcomp.
*** By default, the DIP switch is set to MPX/CVI (4K only). AHD and TVI
are limited to 5MP resolution. See the label on the DIP switch cable to
configure the analog HD video format.
VIDEO: Connect to an
HD DVR. **
/
***
DIPSWITCH: Set the analog HD
video format. ***
Adjustment
screw
Mounting
template
Audio Settings
AUDIO: Connect an external
microphone. See the section
“On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu”
to switch to the external from
the built-in microphone.
ATTENTION:
Audio is disabled by default.
Audio recording and / or use of listen-in audio without
consent is illegal in certain jurisdictions. FLIR Systems, Inc. assumes no liability for
use of its products that does not conform with local laws.
NOTE: Audio recording and listen-in audio are only supported in MPX/
CVI mode using the built-in microphone. Not supported in AHD or TVI.
To enable audio recording on an MPX DVR:
1. In the Live View, right-click and click Main Menu. Enter the system
user name (default: admin) and DVR password.
2. Click
and select Recording > Recording.
3. Under Channel, select the channel where the audio-capable camera
is connected.
4. Under Audio/Video, check the box on the left to enable audio
recording.
5. Under Audio Format, select the format that will be used to record
audio. G711a is recommended.
6. Click OK to save changes.
To enable listen-in audio on an MPX DVR:
NOTE: Listen-in audio requires a monitor with speakers, or speakers
connected to the DVR.
1. In Live View, double-click the camera channel to open in full-screen.
2. Hover near the top of the channel where the camera is connected
and click to unmute (
) / mute ( ) listen-in audio.
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FLIR ME373A Quick start guide
- Category
- Security cameras
- Type
- Quick start guide
FLIR ME373A is an 8MP Mini Fixed Eyeball Dome Camera suitable for indoor and outdoor surveillance. It offers sharp and detailed images with a resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels. The camera features backlight mode, image adjustment options, exposure control, white balance adjustment, and day/night functionality for clear images in varying lighting conditions. With built-in IR illumination, it can capture clear footage even in low-light or nighttime environments.
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