Flir C237BD, C237BD1 User Manual

On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu

Package Contents

Configure OSD menu options using the
integrated control stick on the camera
cable (see image to the right).

To use the OSD menu:

• OPTIONAL: Connect a test monitor to the
camera’s analog (yellow) BNC connector.

• Push the middle of the joystick to open the
OSD menu.

• Move the joystick / to select a setting,
then / to change the setting value.

• Push the middle of the joystick to confirm selection.

• Arrows beside settings indicate a submenu ( ).
Select the setting and push the joystick to enter.

• Select RETURN and push the joystick to return to the
previous menu, or EXIT from the main menu to exit.

See the full OSD menu tree below. For detailed
explanation of camera settings, see the OSD
instruction manual on www.flirsecurity.com/pro.

Language
Video Format
Backlight

DNR
Advanced Lens ELC

Version
Exit

OFF
WDR (MPX only)
BLC
HLC

ALC

Exposure

White Balance

Day&Night

Image

Special Black Level

Reset

Brightness
Shutter
Sens-Up
AGC
Auto
ATW
Preset
Manual
Mode
Delay
D N Level
N D Level
Smart IR
Smart IR Level
Sharpness
Color Gain
Freeze
Flip
D-Zoom
Defog

Privacy
DP Comp

• 1x 2.1MP Motorized Varifocal Lens Bullet Camera

• 3x Mounting Screws

• 3x Drywall Anchors

• 1x Allen Key

• 1x Mounting Template

NOTE: 12V DC / 24V AC power supply not included.

Safety Precautions

• Use an appropriate low voltage power cable to
prevent fire or electrical shock.

• Make sure to install the camera in an area that can
support the camera weight.

• There are no user serviceable parts inside the
camera. Please do not disassemble the camera.

• Do not clean the lens cover with an abrasive cleaning
material. Please use a soft cloth to clean the lens
cover.

WDR Function Notice

WDR is not supported in analog output mode.

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2.1MP Motorized Varifocal Lens

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Bullet Camera

MODEL:

C237BD / C237BDP

C237BD1 / C237BD1P

Installing the Camera

Setting up the Camera

Camera Specifications

Test the camera prior to selecting a permanent

ATTENTION:

mounting location by temporarily connecting the
camera(s) and cables to the DVR.

To install the camera:

1. Use the included mounting template to mark and drill
holes for the included mounting screws.

NOTE: Insert the included drywall anchors if installing into

drywall.

2. Connect the video and power cable as detailed in the
section ‘Setting up the Camera’.

3. Attach the camera
base to the mouting
surface using the
included screws.

4. Set the position and angle of the camera using the
provided Allen key.

A B

A) Loosen the screw on the
camera base with the Allen
key to tighten / loosen the
stand connection. Adjust the
camera’s horizontal position.

C

C) Loosen the screws on either side of the
camera stand with the Allen key to rotate the
camera housing. Loosen the right-side to make
fine adjustments, or the left-side for broad
adjustments.

5. Remove the protective film from the camera lens.

B) Loosen lower screw with
the Allen key to adjust the
camera’s vertical position.

1. Connect one of the two BNC connectors on the camera to the
video cable. See “Camera Wiring” for details.

2. Connect a power source to the power terminal block. The
camera supports both 12V DC and 24V AC power supplies.

NOTE: Make sure to follow correct polarity as marked on the

power connector. For AC power, connect multiple cameras using
consistent wiring polarity to prevent video rolling.

WARNING:

A REGULATED 12V DC or 24V AC power supply is REQUIRED for
use with this camera. Use of a non-regulated, non-conforming
power supply can damage this product and voids the warranty.

Adjusting Zoom & Focus

Hold the joystick on the camera cable / to zoom in /
out. The camera will focus itself automatically.

NOTE: You can also adjust zoom and focus remotely if

the camera is connected to a FLIR MPX DVR using the
MPX video connector. See your MPX DVR’s instruction
manual for details.

Camera Wiring

Connect to a
12V DC or 24V AC
power supply.*

Analog

MPX

MPX

Connect to an MPX DVR for
1080p viewing / recording.

Analog

Connect to an analog DVR for
960H viewing / recording.

* Camera focus may be affected if the power connection is too
long. It is recommended not to extend the power connection
past 200ft (61m).

Extension Cable Options

The entire length of the cable run must be made using a
single extension cable between the camera and the DVR.

Specification Maximum Length

RG59 20AWG Conductor 95% Braid

Up to 1000ft (300m)

CSA/UL or C(UL) Approved

RG6 20AWG Conductor 95% Braid

Up to 2000ft (600m)

CSA/UL or C(UL) Approved

Analog CCTV Balun Up to 300ft (91m)

† Long cable runs over 1000ft (300m) may be affected by
electro-mechanical interference (EMI), which can increase the
amount of noise in the picture in some installations.

†

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C237BD / C237BDP C237BD1 / C237BD1P

Image Sensor

Video Format

Effective Pixels

Resolution

Scan System

Sync System

S / N Ratio

Iris

AES Shutter Speed

Min. Illumination

Video Output

Lens Focal Length /
Type

FOV (Horizontal)

Termination

Power Consumption

Operating Temp. Range

Environmental Rating

Dimensions (W x H x D)

Weight (including stand)

IR Range / Qty.

Power Requirement

NTSC (C237BD)
PAL (C237BDP)

1/60 (1/50) ~ 1/60,000 sec.

Digital: 1080p MPX HD-CVI

Analog: Composite 1.0Vpp @ 75ohm

2.8-12mm F1.4 /
Varifocal

MPX: 34-90°

960H: 32-84°

12V DC: 700mA MAX with IR LED
24V AC: 585mA MAX with IR LED

–22° ~ 122°F / –30° ~ 60°C

99mm x 89mm x 269mm

Camera Dimensions

3.5”
89mm

3.9”

99mm

1/2.8” 2.1MP CMOS

NTSC (C237BD1)
PAL (C237BD1P)

H: 1920 V: 1080

Digital: 1080p
Analog: 960H

Progressive

Internal

≥ 50dB (AGC Off)

AES

0.1 LUX (IR Off)

0 LUX (IR LEDs On)

6-22mm F1.4 /

Varifocal

MPX: 17-36°

960H: 15-34°

BNC Type

IP66

3.9” x 3.5” x 10.6”

1.7lbs / 0.8kg

115ft / 35m; 42 IR LED’s

12V DC / 24V AC

10.6”

269mm