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Choosing a Location
The ADS-120 can be mounted just about anywhere indoors, provided there is
some protection against direct sunlight.
Some of the things you’ll have to consider when choosing a location are:
• What you want to monitor, and where you’ll get the best view of it.
• How you’re going to connect the camera to your monitoring system.
• How to keep the camera out of harm’s way. Up high in protected corners is a
good option.
Mounting
The camera mounts onto a flat surface using screws. The surface must have
sufficient strength to hold the camera. Materials such as hardwood, brick or
masonry are good options, and we’ve included all the gear you’ll need to mount
it there (except the tools - sorry, you’ll still need your own drill). You can mount
the camera onto a metal surface, but you’ll need to supply your own mounting
hardware.
To mount the camera:
• Using the holes on the camera stand as a guide, mark the locations on your
wall/ceiling to drill. Make sure the wall/ceiling is thick and strong enough that
you won’t drill through it.
• If the wall is masonry, brickwork or similar, use the provided wall plugs. If the
wall is made of wood, then the camera can be screwed directly onto the wall.
• Once the camera has been mounted, ensure that it is securely fixed in place.
