Swann PRO Series Instruction Manual page 2

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of this HD Important note: All jurisdictions have specific
Dome Security Camera. laws and regulations relating to the use of cam-
• Use the On-Screen Display (OSD) control- eras. Before using any camera for any purpose,
ler & built-in software to customize the it is the buyer's responsibility to be aware of all
camera settings including color, bright- applicable laws and regulations that prohibit or
ness & wide dynamic range for the best limit the use of cameras and to comply with the
video quality every time applicable laws and regulations.
Warning:
• This camera can be used in combination Modifications not approved by the party
with other analog surveillance technolo- responsible for compliance could void user's au-
gy including AHD, TVI, CVI from Swann & thority to operate the equipment.
other brands. It's the perfect addition if you Important safety instructions
already have a recording solution (DVR) & 1) Make sure product is fixed correctly and stable
need extra cameras if fastened in place.
• The camera joystick is used to set the sig- 2) Do not operate if wires and terminals are ex-
nal modes for the camera. Hold for 2 sec- posed.
onds; Up for Analog, Left for AHD, Right for
TVI and Down for CVI.
Choosing a location for your Camera
This camera has an on-screen configuration menu to 6) Although the sky looks nice when you look at the
configure various image settings as they apply to the live view from your camera, it is an unlikely direction
camera and the scene that you wish to view. for an offender to approach from. Keep the camera
1)
You should endeavor to set the camera up close pointed down away from the sky or ceiling. This will
to the area you wish to view before you install the also minimize glare from lighting affecting the image.
camera so that you have access to the joystick and 7) Think about the most likely way a potential
can adjust the image settings. offender may approach your home and position your
2)
What you want to monitor and where you'll get the cameras to give you the best coverage of these areas.
best view of it. 8) The camera's casing is resistant to water, different
3) How you're going to connect the camera to your weather conditions and tampering. However, the
monitoring system; you should plan the route from cable and connectors are vulnerable and require
the recorder to each camera protection.
4) 9)
How to keep the camera out of harm's way. It's Even though the camera is weather and water-
recommended to mount your cameras in an elevated resistant, prolonged exposure to adverse weather
position to prevent easy access. conditions such as sunlight or excessive moisture,
5) Place your camera as close to the area of interest may eventually damage the internal components of
as practicable. The best position is from about 3-4m the camera and adversely affect its performance.
(9-13ft) above looking slightly down.
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Connecting your Camera
i Twist the video connection
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Video & Audio
to lock it in place.
Output
Video, Audio &
Power Cable
Joystick
Connect the video & audio
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output and DC power
connection on the camera
to the corresponding
connections on the video,
audio & power cable.
AUDIO IN
The joystick is used
eSATA
7 5 3 1
to set the signal PTZ
8 6 4 2
from the camera. VIDEO IN AUDIO OUT HDMI VGA LAN & USB B A
Connect the video (and audio if available) For multi-camera packs, use a
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connection on the other end of the cable power splitter cable (if included).
to a video (and audio) input on the DVR.
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Mounting your Camera
The camera can be mounted onto a flat, vertical or
Connect the power
horizontal surface using the supplied mounting
adapter to the cable
screws. Materials such as hardwood, brick or
power socket and then to
masonry are ideal. You can mount the camera onto
a spare wall socket.
a metal surface, but you'll need to supply your own
mounting hardware.
To mount the camera:
• Loosen the 2 hex screws (T6H) on the base of
the camera mount. The mounting bracket will
come away from the dome assembly
• If you're mounting to a wooden surface, screw
the bracket directly to the surface
• When mounting to a masonry surface, you'll
need to use the included wall plugs
DC 12V
IN
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Aiming the camera:
• Gently loosen the 2 hex screws (T6H) located at
the base of the camera
• The gimbal mount can be rotated left or right
• The camera can be aimed in almost any
direction from wherever you choose to mount
it. After you've finished adjusting the viewing
angle, tighten each screw to lock the camera's
position in place
Positioning the cables:
• When running the cable, try to avoid bending it
at sharp angles
• Avoid positioning the cable near live electrical
wiring as electrical current generates a
magnetic field which can interfere with the
signal from your camera
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