Cable Notch
Camera Base
To Camera:
To Monitor/DVR:
Male Power
BNC
1.
Connect the BNC and
power connectors to the
camera.
Female Power
2.
Connect the BNC connector
to the video input of a DVR.
3.
Connect the camera to the
power adapter. See ‘Setup
Diagram’ for details.
Lens Adjustment
Use the included flat-head
screwdriver to adjust the Focus
and Zoom control screws on the
camera if necessary.
NOTE:
Have a second person
verify the camera image when
you adjust the focus and zoom.
Zoom
Focus
Setup Diagram
Attach the included BNC to RCA adapter to connect the extension
cable to RCA inputs (i.e. for a TV connection).
BNC to RCA Adapter (Optional)
Before installing the camera:
• Decide whether to run the
cables through the wall /
ceiling (drilling required) or
along the wall / celing.
• If you run the cables along the
wall / ceiling, you must run
the cable through the cable
notch on the base. This will
keep the camera base flush to the wall / ceiling when mounted.
To install the camera:
1. Use the included Allen key to loosen the screw on
the dome cover.
2. Rotate the camera base counterclockwise to
separate it from the ball camera and dome cover.
3. Feed the BNC / power cable through the camera
base. If you are running the cables against a wall
or ceiling, make sure to pass the cable through the
cable notch as shown above.
4. Connect the video and power cable as shown in the
next section ‘Connecting the Camera‘.
5. Mount the camera base to the wall or ceiling using
the included screws.
6. Position the dome cover over the camera and screw
it clockwise halfway onto the camera base.
7. Move the ball camera to the desired position. While
holding the ball camera firmly in place, screw the
dome cover the rest of the way to secure it to the
camera base. Holding the camera prevents it from
moving while installing the dome cover.
8. Use the included Allen key to tighten the screw on
the dome cover.
Installing the Camera
Connecting the Camera
Cable Extension Options
Extend the cable run for your camera up to 300ft or more depending on the
cable type used. See table below:
Option
Cable Type
Max Cable
Run Distance
Max # of
Extensions
1
Regular BNC
(sold separately)
180ft / 55m
3
2
‘RG59’ or ‘Coax’ or ‘Coaxial BNC’
(sold separately)
300ft / 92m
5
3
Lorex Universal Cable
(sold separately)
300ft / 92m
3
Notes:
1. For optimal performance, consider using option 2 or 3. It is best to use the same cable
type for the entire distance.
2. Cable run recommendation based on typical camera power consumption (up to
500mA). For specialty cameras with higher current consumption, maximum cable run
may be reduced. Consider providing power to the camera at the camera side, rather
then at the end of the extension cable.
3. Indicators that your cable run may be too long:
• Video is permanently black & white (even during day time)
• Video is distorted
Troubleshooting
ATTENTION
- Test the camera prior to selecting a permanent mounting
location by temporarily connecting the camera(s) and cables to the DVR.
Weatherproofing Plugs
9. Adjust the Zoom and Focus control screws with the
included flat-head screwdriver
as needed (see ‘Lens
Adjustment’ for details).
10.
Insert rubber weatherproofing plugs (2x)
firmly into the ZOOM and FOCUS screwholes
to ensure a weatherproof seal.
Problem
Solution
No picture / signal
• Ensure your TV is on the correct input channel. Common
terms of an input channel: INPUT, AV CHANNEL, LINE1,
LINE2, AUX.
• Ensure your DVR is properly connected to your TV /
Monitor.
• Ensure connections are properly connected.
• Ensure the camera power supply is plugged in.
Picture is too bright
• Ensure your camera isn’t pointed directly at a source of
light (e.g. sun or spot light).
• Move your camera to a different location.
Picture is too dark
• Check the brightness and contrast settings of the device
your camera connects to (TV / Monitor / DVR).
Night vision is not
working
• The night vision activates when light levels drop. The
area may have too much light.
Picture is not clear
• Check the camera lens for dirt, dust, spiderwebs. Clean
the lens with a soft, clean cloth. Use water only as
chemical cleaners may damage the camera.
• Make sure that the cable run is within the limitations
specified in the section ‘Cable Extension Options’.
• The camera may be out of focus. Adjust the zoom and
focus control screws. See the section ‘Lens Adjustment‘.
Bright spot in
video when viewing
camera at night
• Night vision reflects when pointing a camera at a
window. Move the camera to a different location.
• Ensure your camera isn’t pointed directly at a source of
light (e.g. spotlight).
BNC does not
connect to my TV.
• Use a BNC to RCA adapter at the end of the extension
cable.
Ensure that both the
ZOOM and FOCUS
screw-holes are covered.
Flat-head Screwdriver
