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PTZ PATTERNS
A pattern is a user-defined, viewable camera path with a specific beginning and end. Patterns are made up of a sequence of standard pan, tilt,
and lens commands. Patterns are stored in the internal memory of the PTZ device, such as a Spectra dome, connected to the DX4104. Once
defined, a pattern can be activated with a series of on-screen commands. A pattern will run continuously until it is deactivated. Certain PTZ
devices, such as Pelco’s Spectra Series domes, will display an on-screen message about the amount of remaining available memory.
Configuring a Pattern
To configure a pattern:
1. On the toolbar, click the Live icon .
2. In the Client window, click the PTZ-enabled pane.
3. On the PTZ control, click Set .
4. On the PTZ control:
a. Click the keypad and enter a number for the new pattern (1 to 4).
b. Click Pattern .
c. Using the mouse and PTZ control, move and configure the camera settings to create a pattern.
d. Click Pattern.
e. Click Set. The pattern is stored in the camera’s memory.
Activating and Clearing a Pattern
When activated, a pattern will repeat indefinitely until it is cleared, another pattern is set, or the on-screen PTZ control is moved.
To activate a pattern:
1. On the PTZ control keypad, click 1 to 4.
2. Click Pattern.
To stop a pattern:
1. In the Client window, click the PTZ-enabled pane.
2. On the PTZ control, click a button to initiate an action. For example, if you click ZOOM PLUS (+), the pattern stops.
To clear a pattern:
1. In the Client window, click the PTZ-enabled pane.
2. On the PTZ control, click Set.
3. On the PTZ control keypad, click 1 to 4.
4. Click Pattern.
5. Click Clear .
6. Click Pattern.
7. Click Set to exit the configuration mode.
