Installing The Camera; Before Installing Your Camera - Q-See QD6523ZH User Manual

INSTALLING THE 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.
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. Your camera is weatherproof, but it will not work
when submerged in water. 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. If there is a light source behind the
camera, it can cause a reflection in the window 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, may
produce inadequate results.
The above are guidelines and the
optimal location for your camera will
depend on your unique circumstances.
As a general rule, the area highlighted in
green in the picture to the right indicate
the best type of location to mount your
camera. It is sheltered from rain or snow
and offers good sight lines to allow your
camera to monitor a wide area. Because
your camera is weatherproof, it requires
less protection than weather-resistant
cameras and it can be placed in more
exposed locations if needed. Keep in
mind that this camera is designed to
operate between -40°F to 140°F (-40°C
to 60°C) with a relative humidity of up to
90%) and consider wind chill and other environmental factors when selecting your
location.
Your camera comes with both a ceiling and wall mount. Where you locate your
camera will determine which mount you will need to use. The mounting surface
must be sturdy and able to hold at least five times the camera's total weight of
approximately 5 pounds.
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BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR CAMERA

Use the included torx (star) wrench to loosen
the three housing bolts to open the lens cover.
We have also included fabric gloves with your
camera to help you prevent getting fingerprints
or scratches inside or outside of the clear glass
dome or camera lens. Do not remove the bolts
from the cover.
Remove the foam shipping insert from around the camera head. This protective
packaging will interfere with camera movement. Then close the camera. Take care
to not touch or move the camera mechanism or leave fingerprints or dust on the
inside of the lens cover during this process.
MOUNTING THE CAMERA
Your camera is designed to be mounted on a wall using the included bracket.
1. Run the power/video/data extension
cable from the DVR to the camera's
location.
2. Use the mounting bracket to mark the
position for the mounting holes. Ensure
that the camera will be horizontal by
using a spirit or bubble level. Also mark
location of hole for cables to pass
through the mounting surface.
3. Drill the mounting and cable holes.
4. Insert included mounting anchors into
surface.
5. Screw mounting collar onto camera
body.
6. Feed the cables through through the
mount and out the hole in the back
before securing the camera/collar
assembly to the mounting bracket.
7. Tighten the three retaining screws on the
collar so that the camera housing does
not turn.
8 Connect the camera cables to the
extension cable.
9. Secure the camera and mount assembly
to the wall using the included bolts.
IMPORTANT! Do not allow the camera cable to be subject to
pinching, tight bends or other severe constriction as part of its final
installation position as this can damage the cable over time leading to
signal loss or potential fire hazard.
Take precautions to ensure a clear work area below the camera mounting point
during installation as a falling camera can cause injury or damage.
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