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14” B&W OBSERVATION SYSTEM MODEL: HD14S1042-A FOR MORE INFORMATION WWW.STRATEGICVISTA.COM/ADT Before operating this system, please read this Manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference!!!
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Thank you for purchasing the 14” B&W Observation System. We are committed to providing our customers with a high quality, reliable security product that customers have come to expect from With this new system, you are capable of viewing up to 4 camera locations.
NOTE This equipment has been certified and found to comply with the limits regulated by FCC, EMC and LVD. Therefore, it is designed to provide reasonable protection against interference and will not cause interference with other appliance usage. However, it is imperative that user follows this manual's guidelines to avoid improper usage which may result in damage to the unit, electrical shock and fire hazard or injury.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS 1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instruction should be adhered to. 4.
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18. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 19.
CONTENTS 1. CAUTIONS & FEATURES ------------------------------------------------------------------------------4 2. SYSTEM INCLUDES -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5 3. MONITOR CONTROLS - FRONT PANEL ----------------------------------------------------------6 4. MONITOR CONTROLS - BACK PANEL ------------------------------------------------------------9 5. SETTING MENU ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------10 6. STANDARD WIRED CAMERA & CAMERA INSTALLATION---------------------------------11 7. MONITOR CONNECTIONS & TROUBLE SHOOTING ----------------------------------------12 8.
CAUTIONS 1. All the warnings and instructions of this manual should be followed 2. Remove the plug from the outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid aerosol detergents. Use water damped cloth for cleaning 3. Do not use this unit in very humid and wet places 4.
: To increase the life of the CRT and to help prevent “burn in” on 1/3” CCD B/W PIR CAMERA WITH METAL STAND AND 57 FT. CABLE (2 CAMERAS INCLUDED WITH MODEL HD14S1042-A)
MONITOR CONTROLS - FRONT PANEL 1. Infra-Red Receiver – Receives signal from remote control to the monitor. 2/3. Volume – Decreases/Increases volume sound. Press “-” to decrease the sound level. Press “+” to increase the sound level. 4. Mute – This button will disable the audio feature from the camera to the monitor. The amber LED light will be on when the Mute button is selected.
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7. Talk Button – By pressing and holding this button the user has the ability to talk to a specific camera location. This button must be pressed the entire time, while talking. To listen to the camera location release the talk button. Note: This feature is only available with the wired cameras, which have two-way audio feature.
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Display Mode - Changes location of screen display (Left/Right and On/Off options). Allows you to remove or activate the camera titles DISPLAY MODE TIME / DATE : DATE TIME TYPE : MM/DD/YY LOSS POSITION: LEFT DISPLAY : ON PUSH ↑↓← →, MENU KEY Alarm Mode - This screen allows you to change Alarm functions (Alarm ON/OFF) individually.
MONITOR CONTROLS - BACK PANEL 1. Power - This button controls power to the entire unit . Depress the side with the ‘•’, to turn power ON. Depress the other side to turn the unit OFF. When the monitor is On, it is defaulted to Channel 1.
SETTING MENU Features of the Remote Control. For more details on specific remote control features, refer to the Monitor features FUNCTION DESCRIPTION STANDBY Turns unit into Standby Mode Disconnect the audio from the Camera MUTE Allows the user to select individuals cameras Sets monitor to VCR Mode MENU Calls up the Menu Feature...
STANDARD WIRED CAMERA Camera Lens – Delivers high quality image by using a 1/3” CCD Image Sensor Microphone – Picks up sound around the camera Camera Inputs – Connects cable to monitor PIR Sensor – Detects movement/motion Speaker – Delivers sound from the monitor to the camera Bracket –...
MONITOR CONNECTIONS TROUBLE SHOOTING If the system does not function properly, please check the following points. PROBLEM MONITOR Too dark or bright picture NO POWER Poor picture quality Picture but no sound Shrinking picture No Picture CAMERA Picture Flickering or Over Exposed 1.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MONITOR Picture Tube Horizontal resolution Camera Capable Camera Input Alarm Inputs/Outputs Input signal Power Source Power Consumption Operating Temperature Color Weight Dimensions STANDARD CAMERA Image Device Picture Elements Lens Illumination Resolution Shutter control Power requirement Operating Temperature Weight Dimensions Housings E &...
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES The following accessories are available to add to your existing system. CABLE Extends viewing length from Camera to monitor. Available In 65, 100 and 250 ft lengths OBSERVATION CAMERAS Accessory PIR motion sensor observation system camera with 2 way audio TO ORDER THESE ACCESSORY ITEMS OR FOR A COMPLETE LINE OF ACCESSORIES TIME LAPSE VCR...
APPENDIX - A CONNECTING MONITOR TO A STANDARD VCR Please see the diagram below for connecting your VCR to the Monitor. NOTE: Ensure the Standard VCR’s channel is set to A/V Mode in order to ensure reception. Consult your VCR’s Owners Manual to set the VCR to this setting. * Important Note: To record the video signal only from the monitor use the VCR Audio/Video out terminals.
APPENDIX - B CONNECTING TO SLAVE MONITOR Connections to another monitor (e.g. Slave Monitor) can be made through “MONITOR OUT” as shown in the diagram below -16-...
APPENDIX - E CONNECTING TO A DVR – Back Panel NOTE When recording to a Digital Video Recorder, the DVR may indicate a Video Loss as the monitor sequences between channels. This Video Loss occurs because the monitor’s switching function is analogue, whereas the DVR is a digital product.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Please follow the following instructions to ensure proper care and maintenance of this system Keep your monitor and camera dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and store your unit in normal temperature environment. Extreme temperatures can shorten the life of the electronic devices.
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