Swann 900TVL Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

EN

High Resolution
Dome Camera

900TVL

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Before You Begin

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 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.

WARNING

Modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

FCC Verification

NOTE: 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 tr y 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:

• These devices may not cause harmful interference, and

• These devices must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

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.

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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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of this Swann High Resolution Dome
Camera! This instruction manual will walk you through the following:

• Choosing a location for the camera

• Mounting the camera

• Connecting the camera

• Troubleshooting

This camera 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.

Installation and Connection

Choosing a Location for the Camera

The camera is very flexible, and can be installed practically anywhere. Here
are some of the things you’ll have to consider when choosing a location:

• What you want to monitor, and where you’ll get the best view of it.

• How you’re going to connect the camera to your monitoring system.
Cables and connections should be kept out of the weather.

• How to keep the camera out of harm’s way.

General Guidelines

• Place the camera in a position that a potential security threat will find it
difficult to avoid detection. A strategy which is often effective is to monitor
entrances and exits - after all, a security threat has to get in somewhere.

• The camera can be mounted to a wall or ceiling. The mounting surface
must have sufficient strength to hold the camera. Materials such as
hardwood, brick or masonry are good options.

• Install the camera in shady spot. Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight
can damage the internal components of the camera and adversely affect
the camera’s performance.