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Note: If you forget the password, you can Simple Restore the NVR to reset it. (see
page 21)
4.2
Camera
Installation
1. General
The camera included with your monitor is weatherproof and has an IP66 rating. Water can
be sprayed on them and they will still work. However, the cameras cannot be submerged.
Although the cameras can be exposed directly to the rain, if used outdoors, it is
recommended they be mounted under some type of cover like an overhang or eave. As
rainwater droplets start to dry on the camera glass, they can create spots that will reflect the
light from the infrared LEDs used for night vision, thus causing lower quality video.
Also, as dust, grime, and cobwebs accumulate on the camera glass, they can reflect light
from the infrared LED and might lower video quality. Periodically clean the lens glass with a
soft cloth to ensure best video quality.
2. Placement Considerations
Note: Before installing the cameras permanently, please test the cameras with
NVR first to make sure cameras are working properly.
Consider the following when placing cameras:
• The clearest line-of-sight between the camera and NVR is best.
- Walls, especially brick and concrete, shorten the transmission distance.
- Placement next to windows allows better signal transmission.
• Optimized motion detection range is 6~18 feet from the camera. The further away an object
is, the less accurate the motion detection.
• Avoid having a direct light source in the view of the camera, including street lights, ceiling
or floor lamps, spotlights in the driveway, etc.
• Rainfall, pool water ripples/reflections, tree/shrub leaves blowing in the wind – and the
shadows they create can generate motion detection false alarms.
