Swann 700TVL, 700TVL Pro Instruction Manual

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700TVL

Day / Night Camera

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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M700TVL_150114T

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Before you begin

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of this 700TVL indoor/outdoor day & night CCTV camera
from Swann. The 700TVL Day/Night Camera is a color camera that can operate in almost
all lighting conditions, from bright daylight (provided it’s not pointed straight toward the
sun!) to pitch darkness.

The 700TVL is very sensitive to light and therefore 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 camera uses built-in infrared LEDs to illuminate
the area in front of it. This light is invisible to the human 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 Filter 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 cameras. 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
authority to operate the equipment.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Make sure product is fixed correctly and stable if fastened in place

• Do not operate if wires and terminals are exposed

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Connection Guide

Connect the camera’s DC and BNC socket
cable to the extension cable’s DC and BNC
plugs. Then connect the BNC extension
cable to an open channel on the back of
the DVR.

For a single camera:

Connect the extension cable’s
DC socket to the DC plug on
the power adapter.

For 2 & 4 camera packs:

Connect the extension cable’s DC
socket to the multiple sockets on the
power splitter. Then, plug the single
end of the power splitter to the DC
plug on the power adapter.

Positioning the Cables

• When running your cable, try to avoid bending it at sharp angles.

• Don’t put your cable near live electrical wiring. AC electricity generates radio
“noise” which can interfere with the signal from your camera.

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Mounting the camera

The stand on the 700TVL is deceptively adaptable. At first glance it may appear to limit how
many options you have when mounting and aiming the camera, but this is simply untrue.
The 700TVL stand is almost infinitely adaptable – it’s like the Rubik’s Cube of CCTV camera
stands!

You’ve got three points of articulation. The most obvious is the locking screw-secured
elbow joint in the centre of the stand (1). This one is pretty obvious and straight forward
– loosen the screw, adjust to the position you want, and then tighten the screw again to
secure in place.

The second point of articulation (2) is the radial joint where the neck of the stand attaches
to the base. To adjust this joint, loosen the locking ring by rotating counter-clockwise.
Rotate the camera and stand to the position you want then tighten the locking ring. By using
articulation points 1 and 2, you can aim the camera in virtually any direction.

Point 3, located where the camera attaches to the stand, is held in place by one locking
screw. Like point 2, it is a radial joint, allowing you to rotate the camera so that no matter
how points 1 and 2 are configured, the camera can still face upright. Simply loosen the
screw, rotate the camera to the upright position (so that up in your pictures is actually up)
then tighten the screw to lock into place.

Of course, there will always be some outlying cases where the camera and stand simply
won’t fit where you want to mount them. Maybe you have a hanging awning, or a drain pipe
in an inconvenient spot. In these cases, we suggest obtaining a mounting bracket, which
should be available from any good hardware store.

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Troubleshooting

On my Swann DVR,
‘Video Loss’ appears
where the image
from my camera
should be.

• Check the extension cable (power and video) is securely
connected to the camera.

• Check the video output from the camera is securely
connected to a video input channel on the DVR.

• Check the power from the camera is securely connected to
a power supply.

When I view an
image from the
camera at night I
only see a bright
spot and no image.

• A reflection can be caused in night vision mode if the
camera is looking through a window. Move the camera to
the other side of the window or to another location.

The BNC extension
cable will not
connect to my TV.

• Many TV’s and monitors do not have a BNC connector but
do have an RCA connector. Connect a BNC to RCA adapter
(not supplied) to the end of the extension cable and then
plug into the RCA socket on your TV or monitor.

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Technical Support Details

Telephone Helpdesk

USA toll free 1-800-627-2799
USA PARTS & WARRANTY 1-800-627-2799

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

AUSTRALIA 1300 138 324
NEW ZEALAND toll free 0800 479 266
UK 0203 027 0979

Swann Technical Support

All Countries E-mail: [e-mail]

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© Swann Communications 2014

Limited Warranty Terms & Conditions

Swann Communications warrants this product against defects in workmanship and material for a
period of one (1) year from it’s original purchase date. You must present your receipt as proof of date
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 incurred to send the product to Swann’s repair centres.
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, accidental 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
responsibility of the end user. This warranty applies to the original purchaser of the product only
and is not transferable to any third party. Unauthorized end user or third party modifications to any
component or evidence of misuse or abuse of the device 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
Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation
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 acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to
major failure.

FCC Verification

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

• 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, and
(2) These devices must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

operation.