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POSITIONING 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. UL-Listed shielded RG59 or RG6 must be used at all times to provide a high definition signal. 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.
Avoid areas with high vibration.
Vibrations from heavy equipment or machinery adjacent to the wall that the camera is
mounted on will cause the camera to shake and the resulting video will also be shaky.
The above are guidelines and the optimal location for your camera will depend on your unique circumstances. As a general rule, the
locations highlighted in green in the picture on the following page indicate the best locations to mount your camera. Both locations
are sheltered from rain or snow and offer 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 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°) with
a relative humidity of up to 95%) and consider wind chill and
other environmental factors when selecting your location.
Your camera has an Ingress Protection (IP) rating of IP66. This
rating measures the level of protection against environmental
factors such as dust and moisture getting into the inner workings
of the camera. However, the camera should not be positioned
where it will be subject to being submerged in water, or directly
exposed to rain or snowfall. Care should be also taken to position
the camera in a way that will not allow moisture to accumulate
on the outside of the lens (such as from sprinklers) or where
it will be blocked by icicles as both can reduce your camera’s
visibility.
INSTALLATION
MOUNTING THE CAMERA
STEP 1
. At the desired location, use the mounting bracket to mark the position for the holes for the mounting screws
STEP 2.
Drill the mounting holes, along with a larger hole to pass the cable through if desired.
STEP 3.
Mount the camera using the proper hardware. We have included fasteners usable on most surfaces, but you may need
specialty fasteners.
Please also keep in mind that the mounting surface for your camera should be strong enough to support its weight. If you are
mounting to a drywalled surface, it is recommended that at least one screw should go directly into the structural wood frame behind
it ensure that it cannot be easily dislodged from its position - either by accident or by vandals.
