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Depending on size of each of the PTZ cameras, you may be able to connect up to 4 PTZ cameras to a single Power Distribution Box. Here is a typical connection diagram for multiple cameras: Viper VCAM Camera Installation Manual...
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5. Run a CATCBL-RJ-RJ outdoor-rated data cable from the Power Distribution Box to the Camera Bridge location, leaving 12” to 18” of extra cable at each end to make connections and leave adequate slack. Viper VCAM Camera Installation Manual...
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Run the screw clamp through the slot in the QuickMount, again making sure the bottom of the bridge is oriented down. c. Tighten the clamp, but leave it loose enough so it can be adjusted for alignment. Viper VCAM Camera Installation Manual...
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Power Distribution Box, or they may be loose. 13. Assemble the cameras: a. Feed the camera’s wire harness through the mount: Small PTZ Camera with Convertible Mount Large PTZ Camera with Side Mount Viper VCAM Camera Installation Manual...
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On our Midi and Large PTZ cameras, a hex wrench is included with your camera. Use it to tighten up the 3 machine screws, starting with the middle one (this screw threads into a hole in the camera to lock it in place). d. Attach the emergency cable. Viper VCAM Camera Installation Manual...
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Make sure the connection is solid by gently pulling on the cable to make sure it doesn’t pull out. Viper VCAM Camera Installation Manual...
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Slide the cap of the weatherproof gland over the fingers of the gland body, making sure not to break or damage the fingers. All the fingers should end up inside the cap if installed correctly. Viper VCAM Camera Installation Manual...
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Tighten the cap of the weatherproof gland one to two full-turns, but NO MORE. The cable should The rubber seal MUST NOT be squeezed out of the cap. be snug inside the rubber seal. Correct TOO TIGHT! RUBBER SEAL SQUEEZED OUT! Viper VCAM Camera Installation Manual...
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Run cables through recess in mount BE CAREFUL not to over-tighten the bolts, especially when mounting to a wood pole. Over-tightening may cause the camera mounting base to crack will void the warranty. Viper VCAM Camera Installation Manual...
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20. Once all data cables are run into the Power Distribution Box and connected to their respective ports, re-install the cover on the Power Distribution Box. Make sure to lock the cover down using all 4 cam locks to ensure the box is waterproof. Viper VCAM Camera Installation Manual...
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(brown-outs) and various other power anomalies that no surge bar can or will. These are not for use in the extreme cold, and may need to be installed in an insulated enclosure to keep them from freezing. Viper VCAM Camera Installation Manual...
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