USER GUIDE AXIS T98A15-VE Surveillance Cabinet AXIS T98A16-VE Surveillance Cabinet AXIS T98A17-VE Surveillance Cabinet AXIS T98A18-VE Surveillance Cabinet ENGLISH AXIS T98A-VE Series
Legal Considerations Video and audio surveillance can be prohibited by laws that vary from country to country. Check the laws in your local region before using this product for surveillance purposes. Equipment Modifications This equipment must be installed and used in strict accordance with the instructions given in the user documentation. This equipment contains no user-serviceable components.
Safeguards Please read through this User Guide carefully before installing the Axis product. Keep the User Guide for further reference. • • • The Axis product should be installed by a trained professional. Observe relevant national and local regulations for the installation. Transportation • When transporting the Axis product, use the original packaging or equivalent to prevent damage to the product.
AXIS T98A-VE Series User Guide Page 5 AXIS T98A-VE Series User Guide This User Guide provides instructions for installing AXIS T98A15-VE/T98A16-VE/T98A17-VE/ T98A18-VE Surveillance Cabinet. Installation Steps ENGLISH 1. Check the package contents against the list below. 2. Hardware overview. See page 6. 3. Install the hardware. See page 9. • Install the Mounting Plate, see page 9 • Install the Cabinet Base, see page 11. • Connect the Cables, see page 12.
Page 6 AXIS T98A-VE Series User Guide Hardware Overview Cabinet base Dehumidifying membrane (7x) Hinge pin Hinge Left (2x), right (2x) DIN rail Electrical safety cover Cable hole and gasket M25 (3/4”) (2x) M20 (1/2”) (3x) Drill-out (5x) Cut-out (5x) Mounting plate Cabinet door Hook Slot for door switch (used for e.g. intruion detection) Screw hole for wall mount ø6.55 mm (0.26”) (6x) Screw hole for bracket mount ø8.55 mm (0.
AXIS T98A-VE Series User Guide Page 7 Cable tie (6x) Cable clamp (1x) Cable clamp (5x) Screw, T20 (4x) Washer, T20 (4x) Cable gasket (3x) Cable clamp (2x) Screw (12x) AXIS T98A16-VE (bracket sold separately) Screw (2x) Screw, T30 (4x) Washer, T20 (4x) Cable gasket (2x) AXIS T98A17-VE (bracket sold separately) Screw, T30 (6x) Washer, T20 (6x) Cable gasket (2x) AXIS T98A18-VE (bracket sold separately) ENGLISH AXIS T98A15-VE
Page 8 AXIS T98A-VE Series User Guide Screw Torque Guide Screw Torque Secure cabinet base to mounting plate 3.0 Nm ±0.2 2.21 lb-ft ±0.15 Attach electrical safety cover to cabinet base 0.8 Nm ±0.1 0.59 lb-ft ±0.07 Attach cabinet door to cabinet base 3.5 Nm ±0.2 2.58 lb-ft ±0.15 Screws for attaching various items inside the cabinet 0.8 Nm ±0.1 0.59 lb-ft ±0.07 Attach network camera bracket to cabinet cover AXIS T98A16-VE 3.0 Nm ±0.2 2.21 lb-ft ±0.
AXIS T98A-VE Series User Guide Page 9 Install the Hardware The electrical connections shall be made by a certified electrician. To avoid condensation, do not assemble or disassemble the product during rain. • • • The hinges have a stop that locks the cabinet door at 105°. The cabinet door can be left or right hinged; move the hinge pins to the preferred side. For easy installation, the cabinet door can be removed while installing the cabinet base. Install the Mounting Plate 1.
Page 10 AXIS T98A-VE Series User Guide Install the Devices 1. The included device mounting bracket can be used for attaching devices such as power supplies or midspans. Attach these devices to the device mounting bracket with the supplied cable ties or attached them to the DIN rail in the cabinet. 2. If applicable, attach the device mounting bracket to the cabinet base using the supplied screws. DIN rail DIN rail Device mounting bracket Screw (2x) 3.
AXIS T98A-VE Series User Guide Page 11 Install the Cabinet Base 1. If required, open drill-outs or cut-outs for extra cable holes in the cabinet base. Markings indicate where these cable holes can be drilled or cut out. Cabinet base Drill-out (5x) Secure screw (2x) and screw holes Cut-out (5x) Alignment indicator Mounting plate Conduit for cable protection (not included) 2. Hang the cabinet base on the hooks of the mounting plate.
Page 12 AXIS T98A-VE Series User Guide Connect the Cables The electrical connections and conduit installations shall be made by a certified electrician and in compliance with local regulations. To prepare a cable with a gasket, gently force the cable through the gasket provided and attach the appropriate connector. It may be necessary to pierce a hole in the gasket with a screwdriver. • • Do not force the connector into the gasket. Do not pierce the gasket with a knife or other sharp object. 1.
AXIS T98A-VE Series User Guide Page 13 7. Attach the electrical safety cover using the supplied screws (torque 0.8 Nm ±0.1). Screw T20 (2x) Electrical safety cover ENGLISH Perforated line for narrowing of cover 8. Switch on the mains supply. 9. Move the hinge pins to the preferred side and hang the door on the hinges. 10. Close the cabinet door and secure it with the secure screws (torque 3.5 Nm ±0.2).
Page 14 AXIS T98A-VE Series User Guide Install an Axis Network Camera (sold separately) 1. If applicable, route the required cables through the camera bracket. 2. Route the required cables trough the supplied cable gaskets. See Connect the Cables, on page 12 for instructions on how to prepare a cable with a gasket. 3. Attach the cable gaskets to the cable holes in the cabinet door. 4. Connect the cables between the camera and the devices as required. 5.
AXIS T98A-VE Series User Guide Page 15 Technical Specifications Item Specifications Surveillance Cabinet Model AXIS T98A15-VE AXIS T98A16-VE AXIS T98A17-VE AXIS T98A18-VE General Casing Polycarbonate Environment Indoor/outdoor Operating conditions -40 ºC to +75 ºC (-40 ºF to 167 ºF) Humidity 15 – 100% RH (condensing) Approvals IEC 60068-2-6, IEC 60068-2-27 IEC 60529 IP66, IEC 62262 IK10 Weight 2.4 kg (5.1 lb.) AXIS T98A16-VE, AXIS T98A18-VE: 2.5 kg (5.5 lb.
User Guide AXIS T98A-VE Series © Axis Communications AB, 2012 Ver.1.0 Printed: June 2012 Part No.
