Swann A851 Pro-Series User manual

A851

Pro-Series Security Camera

For use with Swann 4400 Series HD DVRs

EN INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Congratulations on your purchase of this A851

Pro-Series Security Camera. This camera can

operate in almost all lighting conditions, from

bright daylight (provided it’s not pointed straight

toward the sun) to pitch darkness.

The camera is very sensitive to light and there-

fore can make use of even the smallest amount

of light to provide an image of what it sees. In low

light, this comes through as a black and white

image.

In complete or near-total darkness, the cam-

era uses built-in infrared LEDs to illuminate the

area in front of it. This light is invisible to the hu-

man eye, although you might notice a faint red

glow coming from the front of the camera - this

is normal.

In day or well-lit environments, the IR Cut Fil-

ter feature of the camera activates to filter out

wavelengths of light the camera does not need

in order to provide a clear color image.

Important note - All jurisdictions have specific

laws and regulations relating to the use of cam-

eras. Before using any camera for any purpose,

it is the buyer’s responsibility to be aware of all

applicable laws and regulations that prohibit or

limit the use of cameras and to comply with the

applicable laws and regulations.

Warning - Modifications not approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void user’s au-

thority to operate the equipment.

Important safety instructions

1) Make sure product is fixed correctly and stable

if fastened in place.

2) Do not operate if wires and terminals are ex-

posed.

Introduction

Choosing a location for your Camera

Some things to consider when choosing a location -

1) What you want to monitor and where you’ll get the

best view of it.

2) How you’re going to connect the camera to your

monitoring system; remember that cables and

connections should be kept out of the weather.

3) How to keep the camera out of harm’s way. It’s

recommended to mount your cameras at an elevated

position.

4) Place your camera as close to the area of interest

as practicable. The best position is from about 4m

(13ft) above looking slightly down, keeping in mind

the details you are looking for.

5) Although the sky looks nice when you look at the

live view from your camera, it is an unlikely direction

for an offender to approach, make sure your camera

has minimal sky in it as the light in daylight can make

the foreground of the image darker.

6) Think about the most likely way a potential offender

may approach your home, use your cameras to give

you the best coverage of these areas.

7) The camera’s casing is resistant to water, different

weather conditions and tampering. It would take

an overwhelming event of this kind to damage the

housing of the camera. However, the cable and

connector are vulnerable and require protection.

8) Even though the camera is weather and water-

resistant, prolonged exposure to adverse weather

conditions such as sunlight or excessive moisture,

may eventually damage the internal components of

the camera and adversely affect its performance.

9) When running your cable, try to avoid bending it at

sharp angles.

10) Don’t put your cable near live electrical wiring.

AC electricity generates radio “noise” which can

interfere with the signal from your camera.

Connecting your Camera

Connect the video

output and DC power

connection on the camera

to the corresponding

connections on the video

& power cable.

Connect the video

connection on the other

end of the cable to each

of the video inputs on the

DVR.

Connect the power

adapter to a spare wall

socket.

For multi-camera packs,

use a power splitter cable (if

included).

Twist the video connection

to lock it in place.

DC Power

Video Output

AUDIO

OUT VGA

eSATA

HDMI LAN USB B A

PTZ

DC 12V

VIDEO INAUDIO IN

1 3

2 4

1 3 5 7

2 4 6 8

Power Adapter

Video & Power

Cable

Mounting your Camera

The camera can be mounted onto a flat, vertical or

horizontal surface using the supplied mounting

screws. The surface must have sufficient strength

to hold the camera. Materials such as hardwood,

brick or masonry are good options. You can mount

the camera onto a metal surface, but you’ll need to

supply your own mounting hardware.

To mount the camera:

• Position the camera in the location you want

to mount it, and mark the screw holes on

the surface to position the screws. Using the

appropriate screws for the surface you are

mounting to, screw the camera into place.

• If you’re mounting to a wooden surface, screw

the camera directly to the surface.

• When mounting to a masonry surface, you’ll

need to use the included wall plugs.

Aiming the camera:

• Loosen the three screws located at the base of

the camera.

• The dome cover can be rotated left or right.

• The camera can be aimed in almost any

direction from wherever you choose to mount

it. After you’ve finished adjusting the viewing

angle, tighten each screw to lock the camera’s

position in place.

Positioning the cables:

• When running the cable, try to avoid bending it

at sharp angles.

• Avoid positioning the cable live electrical wiring.

AC electricity generates radio noise which can

interfere with the signal from your camera.

Limited Warranty - Terms & Conditions

Swann Communications warrants this product

against defects in workmanship and material for

a period of one (1) year from its original purchase

date. You must present your receipt as proof of

purchase for warranty validation. Any unit which

proves defective during the stated period will

be repaired without charge for parts or labour

or replaced at the sole discretion of Swann. The

end user is responsible for all freight charges in-

curred to send the product to Swann’s repair cen-

tres. The end user is responsible for all shipping

costs incurred when shipping from and to any

country other than the country of origin.

The warranty does not cover any incidental, ac-

cidental or consequential damages arising from

the use of or the inability to use this product. Any

costs associated with the fitting or removal of this

product by a tradesman or other person or any

other costs associated with its use are the re-

sponsibility of the end user. This warranty applies

to the original purchaser of the product only and

is not transferable to any third party. Unauthor-

ized end user or third party modifications to any

component will render all warranties void. By law

some countries do not allow limitations on certain

exclusions in this warranty. Where applicable by

local laws, regulations and legal rights will take

precedence.

For Australia: Our goods come with guarantees

which cannot be excluded under Australian Con-

sumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement

or refund for a major failure and for compensa-

tion for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or

damage. You are also entitled to have the goods

repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of ac-

ceptable quality.

FCC Verification

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursu-

ant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against

harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful

interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and

on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is con-

nected

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

These devices comply with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) These devices may not cause harmful interference.

(2) These devices must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unde-

sired operation.

MA851CAM_120315E | © Swann 2015

Helpdesk/Technical Support

Technical Support E-mail: [email protected]om

Telephone Helpdesk

USA Toll Free 1-800-627-2799

USA Parts & Warranty 1-800-627-2799

(M-F, 9am-5pm US PT)

AUSTRALIA 1800 788 210

NEW ZEALAND Toll Free 0800 479 266

UK 0808 168 9031

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