Video/Audio; Power - Night Owl AHD7 SERIES User Manual

Chapter 4: Camera Installation

4.1 Video/Audio

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NOTE: Connect all cameras locally before final placement to ensure that all
components function properly.
1. Locate an included 60 foot camera cable.
2. Connect a camera to one end of the cable by matching the BNC connectors
(yellow) and DC power connectors (red).
3. Audio enabled cameras will have an additional (white) RCA connection which
will transmit the audio signal and will connect to the audio in port on the back
of your DVR.
4. Plug BNC connectors on the other end of the cable into a Video Input port on
the back panel of the DVR.
5. Repeat for each camera, noting the channel number each camera is plugged
into.
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4.2 Power

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1. Locate an included power splitter.
2. Connect the power splitter to the remaining DC power connectors (red) of the
cables.
3. Plug the power splitter into the labeled camera power supply, then plug the
camera power supply into an available wall outlet or UPS. Keep in mind, Night
Owl always recommends utilizing a surge protector to minimize the risk of
damage caused to your DVR in the event of a power surge.
* Cameras, additional cables, power adapters and
splitters only included in certain security kits. Check
the product packaging for detailed kit contents.
Make sure all cameras are working prior to mounting by
connecting them as described in the section above. Once all
cameras are confirmed to be fully operational, you can run
the cables and mount the cameras at their final locations.
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