Tips And Tricks - Swann RedAlert2 Operating Instructions Manual

Tips and Tricks

One of the most effective aspects of having a security system is the deterring of
would be thieves or intruders. Many potential threats will think twice when they
see that your home is protected by one of the most respected names in security
systems.
To this end, we've included a few Swann Security Stickers in your box. They'll let
any potential problem know before it happens that you're already on to them! To
get the best results, we suggest placing the stickers somewhere very obvious, a
couple of suggestions being:
1.
On your front windows
2. On your side windows
3.
Near entrance points, such as doors and gates
4. Next to an obvious camera
5.
On the front counter
If you are installing the any cables directly into your walls or ceiling, beware
of placing them too close to electrical cabling. AC power operates at a certain
frequency (50 or 60 hertz, depending on your locale) and this frequency generates
a rather intense electromagnetic field. Running cables too close to a AC cable will
cause noticeable distortion of your images.
It may be the case that you want to connect a camera farther away from the
RedAlert2 than the supplied cables allow. Whilst it is possible to do this, please
consider the following:
1. The longer the cable running from the camera to the
signal loss will occur during image transit. Signal loss will show up first as
fuzziness in the image, followed by image noise and finally static (like that on
an un-tuned television screen).
2. Signal loss becomes a real problem when dealing with longer cables than
those supplied. If you want to use a cable longer than 50m/150ft, be sure that
it is a shielded cable.
3. Joining cables together is not recommended. Whilst it is possible to do this, it
usually causes more signal loss than using a longer cable. Of course, if you are
a few feet short with the supplied cable, and just happen to have an extension
cable lying around, there's no harm in trying multiple cables in sequence and
seeing what results you get. We do, however, recommend purchasing a longer
cable. Do not cut or modify any cables, as this will void your warranty.
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Placing your Security Stickers
Cable Placement
Extending Cable Length
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