Installation; Mounting Your Camera - Q-See EFFIO-E User Manual

INSTALLATION

MOUNTING YOUR CAMERA

When installing your camera, it is important to select a proper site not only for field of view, but for other considerations as well:
Distance from viewing/recording device. The further the camera is from the DVR or monitor, the higher the chances
of signal degradation. Typical 75Ω Video Cable provides acceptable signal at distances up to 200' (30m). At greater distances,
UL-Listed shielded RG59 should be used. The camera's power supply should be located as near to the camera as possible when the
distance exceeds 200' as the power level will drop over extended distances resulting in a decrease in video quality and IR LED range.
Do not place near high voltage wires or other sources of electrical interference. Electrical interference will
degrade the quality of the signal.
Place camera out of reach to avoid damage.
Avoid direct exposure to weather. Do not place the camera where rain or snow will hit the lens directly nor should the
camera be placed so that the sun or bright light shines directly into the lens. Indoor cameras should never be placed outside.
Weatherproof cameras will not work when submerged. Ensure that all power and video connections are not directly exposed to water
and are protected from the elements.
Do not place camera behind a window. The IR LEDs act like a flashlight and will create a reflection that will obscure
events on the other side of the glass.
Light levels should be approximately the same between camera and target area. A camera in a brightly-lit
area looking into a shaded area, or vice versa, will produce inadequate results.
DOME CAMERAS
STEP 1. The mounting base on the dome cameras will need to be removed prior to
installing the camera. The method for removing the base varies by the model
STEP 2. Once the base has been removed, position it where you want to mount the
camera and use it as a template to mark where to drill the holes for the included
mounting screws.
STEP 3. Remove base and drill out holes
STEP 4. Insert plastic expanders into holes
STEP 5. Use included screws to mount base to surface.
STEP 6. Attach camera to base.
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BULLET CAMERAS
STEP 1. At the desired location, use the included mounting template to drill the holes for the mounting screws
STEP 2. Insert the plastic expanders into the holes
STEP 3. Mount the camera using the included screws.
BOX CAMERAS
These indoor cameras gnerally require a screw-type mounting
rod (available separately)
STEP 1. Install the rod mount as directed.
STEP 2. Attach the included mounting bracket to the
underside or top of the camera as needed with the
included screws
STEP 3. Attach camera to mounting rod.
ADJUSTING THE ZOOM AND FOCUS
Some camera models feature adjustable zoom and focus. The location of these features varies by model but, with the exception of
dome cameras, the adjustment nobs are external.
On certain models, such as the QD6503B, the adjustment
screws are covered by knobs which need to be first unscrewed
and then used to make the adjustments. A flathead screwdriver
may also be used to make the adjustments. Be certain to return
the knob/covers to their location on the camera as they also help
seal out moisture and dust.
Examples showing screws
securing bases of dome
cameras
Typical mounting bracket for a box camera
Using the knob to adjust zoom on a QD6503B
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