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Quick Install Guide

Follow these steps to physically install and power up your OV10i / OV20i camera for the first time.

What's in the Box​

OV20i Smart CameraMounting PlateM12 17-Pin CableM12 8-Pin to RJ45 CableTerminal Block or Power Supply Adapter
OV10i / OV20i Smart CameraMounting Plate or Bracket (if ordered)M12 17-Pin A-Coded Cable (Pigtail or Extension)M12 8-Pin X-Coded to RJ45 Ethernet CableTerminal Block or Power Supply Adapter (optional)

Required Tools​

Hex KeyFlathead Screwdriver24VDC Power
4 mm Hex Key (for mounts)Small Flathead Screwdriver (for Terminal Block wiring)24 V DC Power Source (minimum 1 A output)

Electrical Connections​

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Confirm pinout before powering. Incorrect wiring may damage the camera. For full wiring details, see Power + M12 Wiring Guide.

The OV20i uses a 17-pin M12 A-coded connector for all power, I/O, and communication.

  • Power Pins:
    • Pins 13 & 14 = 24 V DC (+)
    • Pins 5 & 6 = GND (−)

You can:

  • Use a pigtail cable directly wired to a regulated 24 V DC power supply (minimum 1 A output).
  • Or connect via a M12 to Terminal Block Base, which exposes all pins.

Mounting the Camera​

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It’s normal for the camera to become hot to touch when powered. For high-temperature environments, use the front mounting points.

  1. Use the included bracket or a custom rig.
  2. Ensure the camera is stable and secure.
  3. Position the camera at the working distance specified for your lens.
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  • The OV20i uses S-mount lenses with fixed focal lengths (e.g., 12 mm, 25 mm).
  • The camera includes a motorized focus for fine adjustment, but not optical zoom.
  • Use lens specs to set the correct distance from the part.
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For best results, avoid glare, shadows, or backlight.

Network Setup​

  1. Connect the Ethernet port to a laptop or switch.
  2. Set your computer to the 192.168.0.X subnet to communicate.
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The camera ships with:

  • Static IP: 192.168.0.100
  • DHCP: Off by default (can be enabled in settings)

Use the micro-USB debug port for emergency access (192.168.55.1).

Network Specifications​

Overview.ai cameras (e.g., OV20i, OV80i) are industrial AI vision systems that typically meet the following network specs:

FeatureTypical Value
Interface1 Gbps Ethernet
ProtocolTCP/IP (often with FTP/MQTT/REST/API)
Typical Bandwidth Usage~15–50 Mbps per camera (varies by image resolution, frequency, and AI model)
Peak BandwidthCan briefly spike up to 100–200 Mbps during image uploads or bursts

Rule of Thumb (per camera):

  • Minimum port speed: 1 Gbps
  • Recommended per-port buffer: >100 KB to handle bursts
  • Uplink/backbone capacity: If aggregating cameras to a switch, uplink should handle ~200–300 Mbps per camera (accounting for overhead)

Power-Up Check​

Once powered:

  • All 4 LEDs on top of the camera should light up.
  • If only 3 or fewer turn on, verify voltage and pin alignment.
  • Boot completes in ~30 seconds.

Ready to Go​

In Chrome or Edge, open http://192.168.0.100 to access the camera's web interface.

🔗 See Also​

2D Drawings​

OV20i Dimensions:

OV20i 2D Drawing

OV20i Mounting Arrangements:

OV20i Mounting Arrangements

OV20i Mounting Plate:

OV20i Mounting Plate

Download 3D Models​

You can download 3D models for mounting and integration below:

OV20i: