First Alert F250 User Manual

Model: F250

2.4GHz PIR MOTION

ACTIVATED LIGHTING

CAMERA SYSTEM

HALOGEN MOTION DETECTED SECURITY
LIGHTING WITH WIRELESS SECURITY
CAMERA

FEATURES:

• Turns on light when motion is

detected

• Automatically turns lighting off.

• Photocell keeps the lighting off

during daylight hours.

• Wireless security camera to monitor

day or night.

INTRODUCTION

Your First Alert 2.4GHz MOTION ACTIVATED
LIGHTING CAMERA SYSTEM is a unique surveillance
system for your home or business. The system includes
a PIR LIGHTING CAMERA and a Wireless Receiver.
Using the Wireless Receiver as a bridge to connect to
your TV, you will see and hear rea l-time vide o images at
all times. At night, the built-in passive infrared (PIR)
motion sensor turns on the floodlight when it detects
motion in its coverage area so the camera images can
be seen on the TV for improved night time vision.
During the day, the built-in photocell sensor saves
electricity by deactivating the floodlight. A 4-position
time adjustment switch lets you select how long the
floodlight will stay on after activation. Adjustable
4-channel wireless system avoids interference. Two
operation options let you choose: Automatic Operation
or Manual Override.

Note: Read this entire manual before

you start to install the system.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

z Do not install the PIR LIGHTING CAMERA when it

is raining.

z Be sure to switch off the power at the power source

before installing.

z Make sure that the power wiring comes from a

circuit with an external 16A miniature circ uit brea ker
for the short circuit protection or a suitable fuse.

z Do not remove the adjusting screw. Tighten the

connection of the floodlight head assembly and
motion sensor to the base to avoid any rotation.

The unit is wall and ceiling mountable. (FIGURE 1)

c

Floodlight

2.4G Antenna

d
e Channel Selection Switch

f Wiring Box
g

Passive Infrared Motion Sensor (PIR)

h Adjusting Knob (Time, Lux)
i PIR (Passive Infrared) Lens

j Adjusting Screw
k Camera

FIGURE 1

z When mounting on the wall, it ca n be installed only

vertically (FIGURE 2a), not horizontally (FIGURE
2b).

Wall mount

VERTICAL HORIZONTAL

FIGURE 2a & 2b

z The distance between floodlight and PIR motion

sensor cannot be too close b ecause the heat from
the floodlight will hinder the normal operation of the
PIR motion sensor. (FIGURE 3)

FIGURE 3

z Both camera and PIR can be adjusted

counter-clockwise and clockwise. The camera is
30° and PIR is 90° to each side.
(FIGURE 4)

FIGURE 4

z The suggested swiveling angle of camera and P I R

are outlined hereunder: (FIGURE 5)

Ceiling mount

FIGURE 5

IMPORTANT

Skilled technicians who are informed about the
standards and technical requirements of t he
appliance and its proper installation must perform
installation.

A qualified electrician or techni ci an shall do
maintenance or repairing work such as replacing
current fuse.

Before proceeding with the installation, TURN OFF
THE POWER TO THE LIGHTING CIRCUIT AT THE
CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSE BOX TO AVOID
ELECTRICAL SHOCK.

CHOOSING A MOUNTING LOCATION

z For best results, install your PIR LIGHTING

CAMERA on a solid surface, 6.5ft. above the
ground.

z For outdoor installatio n, a location under eaves is

preferable.

z Avoid aiming the motion sensor at pools, heating

vents, air conditioners or objects that may change
temperature rapidly.

z Do not allow sunlight to hit direct ly on the front of

the unit.

z Try to avoid pointing the un it at trees or shrubs

where the motion of pets or animals may be
detected.

z The transmission range to the Wireless Receiver is

up to 300ft. in clear line of sight. *Quality of picture
will deteriorate as the distance increases.

z Prior to mounting the light fixture, remember to

position the motion sensor so that a moving object

cuts “across its beams, not directly towards them.”
(FIGURE 6).

SENSOR SENSOR

LESS SENSITIVE MORE SENSITIVE

SENSITIVITY TO MOTION

FIGURE 6
* Maximum open space transmission range. Actual
range may vary dependent upon building materials and
other obstructions in the path of the wireless signal.

INSTALLATION

Avoid pointing the camera directly at a lig ht source.
When installing the camera outdoors, you should ensure
that the camera lens will not become dusty and the
camera does not point directly at a light source (i.e.
direct lighting or sun light), as the pict ur e quality will be
impaired. Additionally, the camera must be positioned so
that it will not point directly to the sun (sunrise or sunset)
or any bright lights as this may cause damage to the
camera. The best viewing angle is achieved at greater
heights (i.e. 8 to 9 ft) with the camera pointing down.
Also, avoid viewing areas where ha lf the area is in bright
sunlight and the other half is dark.

The ideal position for your camera will vary greatly
depending upon your application. If you are installing
the camera adjacent to your front door , bear in mind not
to position it too far away, as you may not be able to
hear any speech or sound.

FIGURE 7

Install a wall switch adjacent to the power source.
(FIGURE 8). This will help you operate this PIR
LIGHTING CAMERA with ease. See OPERATION for
further information.

A

C

N

Power

L

WAL

L

S

W

Black

White

Yellow/Green

L

N

A drill and a screwdriver are needed for installation.
Select a location for the unit based on the coverage
angles shown.

FIGURE 8

WIRING INSTRUCTION

(1) Switch off the power source or wall switch.
(2) Line up the holes on the moun ting bracket with the

holes on your junction box. Using fitting screws
(depending on size of the holes in your junction box),
attach the mounting bracket to your junction box.
(FIGURE 9).

FIGURE 9
(3) Place the gasket in position before wiring.
(4) Connect the black wire from the fixture to the

black (Live) power supply wire from your power
source using the wire nuts provided. Connect the
white wire from the fixture to the white (Neutral)
power supply wire using the wire nuts provided.
Connect the yellow/green wire from the fixture to the