Jasco 45245 User Manual

Indoor | Outdoor

Home Monitoring

Wireless

Add-on Color
Camera

User Manual

45245

For indoor/outdoor use

www.jascoproducts.com

1-800-654-8483

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Table of Contents

Product Features ....................................................................3

Package Contents .................................................................. 4

Choosing A Camera Mounting Location ..................... 4

Long Range Night Vision .................................................... 6

Multi-Camera Systems ........................................................ 6

Camera Channel Selection ................................................ 7

Installation ................................................................................. 8

Troubleshooting ....................................................................12

Specifications .........................................................................15

Warranty ..................................................................................16

FCC Statement .......................................................................17

Thank you for purchasing the GE Wireless Add-on
Color Camera. This product is intended for use as
an add-on camera for the GE Home Monitoring
Surveillance Systems. Please review these
instructions carefully before attempting to operate
the camera.

PRODUCT FEATURES

• Weather resistant metal camera casing,
designed for outdoor use.

• Black anodized finish prevents rust and
unwanted reflections

• Long Range Night Vision — high-powered LED’s
allow you to see up to 60ft. in the dark.

• Vandal resistant bracket hides cables.

• Adjustable sun shield to minimize glare.

• Multi-axis adjustment bracket allows you to
mount the camera at almost any angle.

• Adjustable antenna.

• “WiFi” friendly—won’t interfere with home
wireless networks. Wirelessly transmits audio
and video up to 200 ft. (unobstructed line of
sight.)

• UL approved power cable.

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PACKAGE CONTENTS

Please check and identify all the parts before
proceeding with the installation.

1. Wireless Add-on Color Camera

2. Wall mounting hardware (3 screws,
3 plastic anchors)

3. AC adapter

4. Adjustment wrench

CHOOSING A CAMERA MOUNTING LOCATION

The Wireless Add-on Color Camera is desiged to be
mounted to a wall. It is suitable for indoor or outdoor
use. When choosing a mounting location, please be
advised:

• The wireless camera must be used with a GE
Wireless Home Monitoring system. The location
of the GE Wireless Receiver or monitor may affect
where you mount the camera.

• This camera is designed to be reliable for outdoor
use; however its flexible design allows it to be
used indoors as well. It is expecially suited for
viewing large areas in low or no light.

• If using outdoors, take time to first consider
how you will route the cable back the power
adapter. The mounting bracket routes the cable
through the bracket providing a vandal-resistant
design. There is a slot located at the base of the

mounting plate so that the cable can exit the
cable ran on the outdoor surface. The cable can
also be routed out the bracket and along a wall
and/or ceiling keeping it hidden/protected.

• The universal multi-axis bracket allows you to
mount at almost any angle.

• DO NOT position the camera so that it points
directly into the sun or any bright light as this
may cause damage to the camera.

• Avoid positioning the camera so that it is viewing
areas where half of the area is in bright sunlight
and the other half is dark, such as the shadow
of a building. All types of cameras have difficulty
“seeing” into areas of such divergent light levels.

• In low light conditions, the camera will
automatically activate its high-powered Infrared
(IR) LED’s and switch the camera to Long Range
Night Vision mode. Long Range Night Vision
viewing distance can be up to 60ft, and will be
viewed in B/W.

• The included AC adapter must be positioned
no farther than 8’ from an AC outlet. Do not use
the supplied adapter outside. If you need to
extend the AC adapter cable, 12 ft. extensions
are available by contacting Technical Support at
800-654-8483.

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• The Camera has an unobstructed wireless
transmission range up to 200 ft. from the
receiver. Transmission distance indoors is
reduced due to interior walls, wiring, household
fixtures and metal plumbing.

LONG RANGE NIGHT VISION

The 45245 Wireless Color
Camera features Long
Range Night Vision tech­nology. Objects and images

20 Infrared
(IR) LEDs

can be seen in little or no
light up to 60 ft. The camera
uses a special image
sensor that

Sensor

automatically detects
available light levels.
It turns on/off the
high-powered Infrared (IR) LEDs on the front of the
camera. These LEDs provide artificial light that
allows the camera to ‘see’ in the dark. Night Vision
will appear as a Black and White image. When the
image sensor detects enough light, color will return
to the images.

MULTI-CAMERA SYSTEMS

The Wireless Add-on Color Camera is designed as
an add-on camera to work only with a variety of GE

Wireless Camera Systems - 45234, 45236, 45239,

45246. Each system can accept a maximum of two
cameras.

CAMERA CHANNEL SELECTION

Each wireless camera must be assigned to a specific
channel (1 or 2) through the use of a slide switch
located on the inside of the camera housing.
First slide off the sun shield and then unscrew the lens
from the camera. The receiver or monitor must
have its channel selection set to the same
corresponding number.

Channel
Selection
switch

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In a two camera system, one camera is set to
Channel 1 and the other is set to Channel 2.

The receiver or monitor must be set to the 2 camera
position in order to view both cameras alternately
(see receiver or monitor manuals for specific channel
selection requirements).

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INSTALLATION
Wall Mount or Ceiling Mount — you will need:

- Drill

- 3/8" Drill bit (if running cable thru wall or ceiling)

- 1/8" drill bit (for drilling screw pilot holes if mounting
into wood or non-brick material)

- 3/16" drill Bit (for drilling holes for plastic anchor s if
mounting onto drywall or brick material)

- a screwdriver.

- Adjustment wrench (included)

Step 1. Mounting preparation

Once a suitable location for the
camera has been selected and
the cable route has been
determined, you will need to use
the camera’s mounting bracket
as a template to mark holes for
drilling. Mark three holes on the
wall for the anchors or screws as shown. Please take
care to mark the center of the holes.

Note: Before mounting camera permanently,
check to ensure the appropriate channel has been
selected (see Channel Selection) to provide good
reception at the receiver/monitor.

Step 2. Cable routing -IMPORTANT
(a) If running the cable along the wall surface,

position cable through slot at base of mounting
bracket before installing mounting bracket (see
figure A).

Figure A (Running cable on surface of wall)

Pilot holes for
mounting screws

(b) If the cable needs to be ran through a wall or

ceiling, then an additional hole will need to be
drilled using the 3/8” drill bit. Drill the hole in the

center of the three mounting screw holes (see
figure B). Fit connector and cable through hole

before securing the mounting bracket.

Figure B

Plastic
anchors

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Step 3. Mounting bracket
(a) If mounting to a stud, wood surface or other

non-brick material, use the 1/8” drill bit to drill pilot
holes; drill holes. Align holes in mounting bracket
to drilled holes, insert screws and screw in until
plate has secure fit. Do not over tighten screws.

(b) If mounting to drywall or brick material, use

plastic anchors (see Figure C). Using 3/16” drill bit
(masonry bit, if drilling into brick), drill holes and
insert anchors into drilled holes for snug fit. Align
holes in mounting bracket to drilled holes, insert
screws and screw in until plate has secure fit. Do
not over tighten screws.

Figure C (Mounting bracket using plastic anchors)

Plastic anchors

(c) Using included adjustment wrench, slightly loosen

the hex head bracket nuts on camera bracket to
position camera’s multi-axis bracket so camera
is pointed toward desired viewing area. Tighten
bracket nuts. Do not over tighten nuts.

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(d) Take care to position the

camera in the correct
orientation. To ensure
the camera image is not
positioned upside down,
you may have to rotate

Proper

Position

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2

Channel
Selection

Lens

Light
Sensor

the camera housing so
the channel slelection
switch is positioned above the lens and the light
sensor is below the lens.

Step 4. Antenna Adjustment

Once mounted adjust
the camera’s antenna to

Antenna
Rotation

achieve best reception.
Note if ceiling mounted,
you may not be able to
position the antenna
completely vertical (pointed
up). It is acceptable to

Wall
Mount

position the antenna
vertically but pointed down.
This typically will not cause
any interference or reduce
the reception ability of the
camera. Do not force the

Ceiling
Mount

antenna beyond physical
stops.

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Step 5. AC Power

Locate the power cable end connection. Attach the
AC adapter (labeled ‘camera’) to end of cable coming
from the camera. Plug-in AC adapter to nearest AC
outlet. Adapter must be used in a dry location. AC
power extension cables are available from the Call
Center 1-800-654-8483 or visit online at
www. jascoproducts.com

TROUBLE SHOOTING
If you are having trouble operating this product,
please consult the guide below. If you have any
questions or feel the camera system is not
operating correctly, or you simply need additional
information, please visit our web site
www.jascoproducts.com, or contact our Technical
Support Group 1-800-654-8483 (option 4).

No camera picture

1. Check all connectors. Make sure camera(s) and
receiver are powered ON.

2. Ensure camera(s) and receiver are set to correct
channel(s).

3. Make sure camera is within range of receiver.

4. Adjust the antenna for the camera, monitor or both
to obtain best image.

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Blank monitor

1. Make sure receiver or monitor is switched ON, and
the correct video input has been selected.

2. Ensure AC adapters are completely plugged into
the socket and the camera and/or receiver’s power
indication light is on.

Interference on camera picture

1. Make sure each camera (transmitter) is within
range, and that no large obstructions are blocking the
signal.

2. Try repositioning the camera, monitor (receiver) or
both to improve the reception quality.

3. If a camera is positioned close to the monitor, point
antenna away from the receiver.

4. Reposition other nearby equipment transmitting on
the 900MHz frequency.

5. Adjust the antenna for the camera, monitor or both
to obtain best image.

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Audio problems

1. Ensure the volume is turned up sufficiently on the
Monitor (or TV).

2. Make sure the sound is within the microphone
range.

3. If the unit emits a loud wailing sound (feeds back),
try moving the camera away from the receiver or
angle the receiver differently.

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SPECIFICATIONS (Subject to change without not ice.)

CAMERA

TV System .....................................................................................................NTSC

Integrated Lens .................................................. 6.0mm, F1.5 fixed focus

Resolution ...........................................................................510x496 TV Lines

Image Sensor .................................................................................. 1/3” CMOS

Min. Illumination ...............................................................0.5lux up to 60 ft

Voltage ...........................................................................................................9VDC

Current Consumption ..................................................330mA maximum

Overall Size ...................................................................2.5”W x2.25Hx6.75D

Frequency Range ...................................................................902 - 928 MHz

Modulation ........................................................................................................ FM

Channel Selection ...............................................................................Manual

Case Finish ........................................................................................ Aluminum

Operating Temperature ........................14°F to 104°F (-20°C to 55°C)

Humidity ....................................................................................Less than 85%

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ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Jasco Products Company warrants this product to
be free from manufacturing defects for a period
of one year from the original date of consumer
purchase. This warranty is limited to the repair or
replacement of this product only and does not
extend to consequential or incidental damage to
other products that may be used with this unit. This
warranty is in lieu of all other warranties express
or implied. Some states do not allow limitations on
how long an implied warranty lasts or permit the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitations may not apply to
you. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state
to state. If unit should prove defective within the
warranty period, return prepaid with dated proof of
purchase to:
Jasco Products Company
10 E. Memorial Road,
Oklahoma City, OK 73114

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FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with part 15 of
the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference.
(2) This device must accept any

WARNING

Risk of fire and shock

• Only use the supplied cUL listed AC to DC adapter.

• The supplied adapter is for indoor use only.

• Do not run the camera cable inside walls; when securing the
cable, do not cut or puncture

• Do not use in wet locations

interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference
caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tes ted and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limi ts
are designed to provide reasonable protection again st harmful interference
in a residential installa tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruc tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communica tions. However,
there is no guarantee that inter ference will not occur in a particular ins tallation.
If this equipment does cause harmf ul interference to radio or televisi on reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correc t the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving ante nna.

- Increase the separatio n between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipme nt into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected .

- Consult the dealer or an experience d radio/TV tech nician for help.

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Notes

Notes

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is a trademark of General Electric Company
and is used under license to Jasco Products Company LLC,
10 E. Memorial Road, Oklahoma City, OK 73114
www.jascoproducts.com

45245 rev. 5-18-10