USER MANUAL
HN-SB500
5MP AHD/TVI, 4MP CVI, 960H
Hybrid Waterproof Camera
Customer Service: s e r v i c e @ h o n i c t e c h . c o m
Tech Support: s u p p o r t @ h o n i c t e c h . c om
Important Notes
If there is ANY QUESTION of the camera, please contact
us, EACH camera has been tested before shipping.
1. Power supply, coaxial video cable and DVR are
NOT INCLUDED but REQUIRED.
2. Default mode: 960H (CVBS) video format.
3. Firstly confirm what resolution and frame rate your
DVR support, for example, if your DVR support
max 5MP TVI 12.5fps, then press OSD joystick, the
monitor will show On Screen Menu, then choose
the video format and framerate by joystick on the
camera cable.
4. If you accidentally choose the wrong video mode
or frame rates, there may be no signal shows on
monitor, please power off and power on the
camera again, hold OSD joystick left for 5 seconds,
then the camera will be switched to default 960H
video mode.
5. At least DC 12V 1A power adapter is required. If
there is no video or IR Led is not working properly
at night, please use DC 12V 2A (or 3A) power
adapter. It depends on the power cable length and
quality.
6. Peel off the protective film on the lens and glass
panel before installation, or else the night vision
will be very foggy.
Please read this user manual carefully to ensure
proper use of the product.
Product Description
The HN-SB500 is a high-definition camera designed
around a 1/2.5" Color 5 megapixel CMOS image sensor,
14µ x 20pcs IR LEDs providing infrared capability up to
65 feet, and a 2.8mm lens with wide angle field of view
of 100 degrees.
Notice Before Using
Default Mode: 960H CVBS Video Output.
Make sure the camera, DVR, monitor are all well
connected.
Power on all the device.
Press OSD joystick, then on screen menu will show on
monitor, control the joystick to go to VIDEO SETTING.
Press OSD joystick again to go to the sub menu of
VIDEO SETTING.
Switch to the video mode your DVR support.
Choose the resolution and frame rate your DVR
support.
Then APPLY&REBOOT.
NOTE:
If you accidentally choose the wrong video mode or
frame rates, there may be no signal shows on monitor,
please power off and power on the camera again, hold
OSD joystick left for 5 seconds, then the camera will be
switched to default 960H video mode.
Installation and Operation:
1. Unpacking and Handling
Each unit is shipped assembled and factory tested.
Ensure that all accessories are removed from the
container before discarding packing material.
Package includes
1x dome camera
3x mounting screws
3x screw anchors
1x user manual
1x drill template
1x Allen wrench
2. Mechanical Inspection
Inspect the front and rear of the equipment for shipping
damage. Make sure the equipment is clean, and no
connectors are broken, damaged, or loose. If equipment
appears to be damaged or defective please contact us
for assistance.
3. Special Attention
(i) The installer must comply with electrical safety
standards. There must be sufficient space between
the camera's power supply and video line and any
high voltage equipment and/or cables.
(ii) To help ensure the camera's life and proper
operation do not point the camera towards the sun
or strong light.
(iii) Do not install the camera in an environment where
the temperature is too high or too low,
recommended operating temperature is 14F ~
122F.
(iv) Do not install the camera near a magnetic field or a
high-power motor.
(v) Only use a dry cloth to clean the camera. If there is
dirt that is difficult to remove, wipe gently with a
mild detergent. Never use strong or abrasive
detergents.
(vi) A 12V DC 1A or 2A power supply must be used. AC
power cannot be applied. AC power will damage
the camera and void warranty. Power supply output
voltage, current, voltage polarity and operating
temperature must match requirement of this
equipment.
(vii) Only qualified installers are allowed to install, test
and disassemble the camera.
(viii) Any change to the camera's lens will affect
image quality.
(ix) The camera is a low voltage product. If installed
outdoors, proper safety and lightening grounding
are required.
4. Camera dimensions (mm)
5. Wiring Connections
(i) Connect the power supply's DC plug to the
camera's power outlet.
(ii) Connect the camera to the DVR with a 75Ω coaxial
video cable.
(iii) Connect power supply's AC plug to a suitable AC
power outlet.
(iv) Adjust the lens direction according to the required
surveillance area and environment.
6. Installation
Setup OSD Menu
Press the OSD joystick to start the OSD menu in any video
output mode, OSD menu will show on display as following:
MAIN MENU
AE
AWB
DAY NIGHT
IMAGE ENHANCE
VIDEO SETTING
LANGUAGE
VERSION
RESET
SAVE-EXIT
EXIT
OSD Functions and Options
MAIN MENU
AE
BRIGHTNESS
EXPOSURE
GLOBE
BLC
RETURN
AWB
MODE
PRO (ATW)
Gray World
RETURN
DAY-
NIGHT
MODE
AUTO
Day/Night Switch
Sensitivity
COLOR
B/W
RETURN
IMAGE
ENHAN
CE
CONTRAS
T
AUTO/MANUAL
SHARPNE
SS
AUTO/MANUAL
SATURATE
AUTO/MANUAL
3DNR
AUTO/MANUAL
2DNR
AUTO/MANUAL
RETURN
VIDEO
SETTIN
G
HD
AHD/CVI/TVI/CVBS
STANDAR
D
HD: TVI
8MP 15fps; 8MP 12.5fps;
5MP 20fps; 5MP 12.5fps;
4MP 30fps; 4MP 25fps;
1080P 30fps; 1080P 25fps.
HD: AHD
8MP 15fps; 8MP 12.5fps;
5MP 20fps; 5MP 12.5fps;
4MP 30fps; 4MP 25fps;
1080P 30fps; 1080P 25fps.
HD: CVI
8MP 15fps; 8MP 12.5fps;
4MP 30fps; 4MP 25fps;
1080P 30fps; 1080P 25fps.
CVBS: NTSC/PAL
APPLY&REBOOT
RETURN
LANGU
AGE
ENGLISH, CHINESE, KOREAN, RUSSIAN,
etc
VERSIO
N
CAMEAR FIRMWARE VERSION
RESET
SAVE-EXIT
EXIT
BLC (Back Light Compensation): In images where a
bright light source is behind the subject of interest, the
subject would normally appear in silhouette. BLC allows
the camera to adjust the exposure of the entire image
to properly expose the subject in the foreground.
ATW (Auto Tracking White Balance): White Balance
allows the camera to adjust the tone according to the
color temperature of the light source illuminating the
subject. It allows the operator to see objects as they
appear during daylight.
Day Night Mode:
a. AUTO: Provide color image at daytime and black
and white image at nighttime automatically by AGC
level.
GAIN DAY/NIGHT: Sensitivity from low to high.
GAIN NIGHT/DAY: Sensitivity from low to high.
b. Color: Provide color image both at daytime and
nighttime.
c. B/W: Provide black and white image both at
daytime and nighttime.
Contrast: Contrast is defined as the separation between
the darkest and brightest areas of the image. Increase
contrast and you increase the separation between dark
and bright, making shadows darker and highlights
brighter. Decrease contrast and you bring the shadows
up and the highlights down to make them closer to one
another.
Sharpness: Sharpness can be defined as edge contrast,
that is, the contrast along edges in a photo. When we
increase sharpness, we increase the contrast only
along/near edges in the photo while leaving smooth
areas of the image alone.
Saturate: Color gain means saturation, it is similar to
contrast, however instead of increasing the separation
between shadows and highlights, it increases the
separation between colors.
3DNR (Digital Noise Reduction): DNR is a technique
of removing image noise from a video signal by
applying a digital comb filter. It reduces the noise that
can be found in low light images and makes images
clearer. This type of filter is sometimes confused by
motion, resulting in blur trails.
Standard:
a. CVBS: PAL and NTSC, its NTSC in USA.
b. HD modes: Choose the right resolution (e.g. 5MP)
and frame rates (e.g. 12.5fps) based on what your
DVR support.
Reset: If you need factory reset all the OSD menu
settings, choose reset option.
Save Exit: Make sure click SAVE EXIT for any setting
change if you need to keep the setting.
Exit: Leave the OSD menu.
How to use OSD to get optimal image
Q: Image not sharp enough?
A: Press OSD toggle, OSD menu—video setting—
sharpness—increase sharpness.
Q: High contrast light conditions?
A: Press OSD toggle, choose BLC based on your needs.
Q: Too much noise at night?
A: 1. OSD menu—AE—Gain—Lower gain value
2. OSD menu—video setting—increase DNR value
Side effect:
Lower gain value make the image a little darker.
High DNR may cause motion blur.
Specifications
Model No.
HN-SB500
Video Output Mode
AHD/CVI/TVI/CVBS
Camera
Image Sensor
1/2.5" CMOS Image Sensor
Image Resolution
8MP/5MP/4MP/1080P/960H
TV System
PAL/NTSC
Scanning System
Progressive Scan
Lens
Focus Length
2.8mm
Horizontal View Angle
100 Degrees
Lens Type
Fixed
Night Vision
Infrared LED
14µ x 20pcs
Infrared Distance
40-65 Feet*
IR Status
Under 10 Lux by CDS
IR Power On
AGC Auto Control
Camera Features
Day/Night
YES
OSD Menu Language
YES
White Balance
AUTO / MANUAL
Gain Control
AUTO
Noise Reduction
DNR
Picture Adjustment
YES
OSD Support
YES
UTC
YES (HD Mode Only)
General
Housing
Metal, IP66
Bracket
NO
IR Cut Filter
YES
Operation Temperature
14F ~ 122F RH95% Max
Storage Temperature
-4F ~ 140F RH95% Max
Power Source
DC12V±10%, 700mA
Dimension
157(W) x 70(H) x 66(D)mm
Weight
650g
*Stated maximum IR range is based on ideal conditions in
typical outdoor environment. Actual range and image
clarity depends on installation location, viewing area and
light reflection / absorption level of object.
Trouble Shooting
a. Night vision image is very foggy
(i) Please check if you have peeled off all the films on
lens and panel glass.
(ii) Please check if there is any object that is too close
to the camera lens, which cause strong IR reflection.
Please move the eyeball direction to avoid strong IR
reflection.
b. No picture or only black and white picture after
applying power
(iii) Check all plugs and cables are securely connected
to the proper connectors.
(iv) Ensure your power supply is providing the correct
voltage and current.
(v) Ensure switch the camera video output mode
correctly. Both resolution and frame rates should be
correct.
c. The picture has ripples
(i) Check to see if the power supply is experiencing AC
ripple, if so a filter may be required.
(ii) Determine if the monitor is faulty.
(iii) Determine if other peripheral equipment is causing
ripple and if so make the necessary adjustments.
d. The picture appears smeared
(i) The power supply voltage level may be unstable,
therefore, try another power supply.
(ii) Ensure the cables are correctly connected and/or
the cables are of the correct impedance.
e. The picture background continuously changes
color
(i) A fluorescent lamp's magnetic field may cause color
roll, therefore, reduce the number of fluorescent
lamps or increase the distance between the camera
and the lamps.
FAQ:
Q: What else do I need to make it work?
A: 1. DVR (support 2MP to 8MP)
2. 12V DV power supply.
3. Coaxial video cable with BNC connector.
Q: Will the OSD switch stay in same mode if camera
is powered off, or do you have to reset mode each
time you power it back up?
A: It will stay in the same output mode, do not need to
reset each time.
A: Why the color is black and white at daytime?
A: Make sure the camera video signal and frame rates
match your DVR.
First check the DVR signal type, then adjust the OSD
joystick to corresponding signal mode to make it match.
Make sure the camera and DVR are with same video
format, both NTSC or both PAL.
Q: Will this camera work with other brand DVRs?
A: Yes, it could work with most brand DVRs, please
make sure the DVR resolution, frame rates and signal
type is proper.
Q: Is there a way to turn off the IR? I have sufficient
light at night and would prefer that the IR not come
on at all.
A: There is NO switch to turn off the IR led, the light
sensor detect ambient light constantly and turn on/off
the IR led automatically.
If you have sufficient light at night and would prefer
color image, then press OSD joystick to start On-
Screen-Display, choose DAY/NIGHT and switch COLOR
mode, then it will be color image at night, but the IR
light will be on if the ambient light is not bright enough.
Warranty and Customer Service
60-Day Money-Back Guarantee for Any Reason
You may return your undamaged product and
packaging within 60 days of purchase to receive a FULL
REFUND for any reason.
24-Month Warranty for Quality-Related Issues
Honic warrants this product against defects in
workmanship and material for a period of 2 years from
its original purchase date.
The warranty does not cover any incidental, accidental
or consequential damages arising from the use of or the
inability to use this product.
For any further question, please contact Honic:
Service Email: servic e@ho n ic t e c h.c om
Tech Email: support @h onict ec h.c o m
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