Swann PNP-155 User Manual

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Advanced security made easy

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PNP-155™

Day/Night
Security Camera

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Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

SW311-PN5

www.swannsecurity.com

SR311-PN5-60010-010709

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Before You Begin

FCC Verifi cation:
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 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

IMPORTANT NOTE: Prohibition against eavesdropping

Except for the operations of law enforcement offi cers conducted under lawful
authority, no person shall use, either directly or indirectly, a device operated pursu­ant to the provisions of this Part for the purpose of overhearing or recording the
private conversations of others unless such use is authorized by all of the parties
engaging in the conversation.

WARNING: Modifi cations not approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void user’s authority to operate the equipment.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

· Make sure product is fi xed correctly and stable if fastened in place

· Do not operate if wires and terminals are exposed

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Table of Contents

Before You Begin 2

Table of Contents 3

Package Contents 3

Connection Guide 4-5

Viewing the Camera on a TV or VCR 6

Tips & Suggestions 6

Troubleshooting Guide 7

Technical Specifi cations 7

Helpdesk / Technical Support Details 8

Warranty Information 8

Package Contents

PNP-155 Security Camera

Screws & wall plugs

Power Adapter

BNC to RCA adapter

Operating Instructions

Security Stickers

Extension cable

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Connection Guide

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Connect the camera’s DC
and BNC socket cable to the

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extension cable’s DC and BNC plugs

2A. Connecting Directly to TV

Connect the BNC plug on the extension cable into the BNC
socket on the RCA to BNC adapter. Then connect the RCA
plug on the RCA to BNC Adapter (which should be plugged
into the extension cable) to the VIDEO INPUT connection
on the backof your TV.

INPUT

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Plug in the camera
power adapter into the wall
socket

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Connect the extension cables
DC socket to the DC plug on
the power adapter

2B. Connecting to Your Existing DVR

Connect the extension cables BNC plug to a
BNC socket (CH1, CH2, CH3 or CH4) on

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the back of the DVR

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Viewing the Camera on a TV or VCR

Viewing the PNP-155 on a TV

After connecting the PNP-155 Camera directly to your TV and powering it on as
described on page 4, tune the TV to the correct input channel.

On your TV’s remote control, the input button is usually labelled as Input, Source,
A/V, Channel 0, AUX etc.*

Viewing and Recording the PNP-155 on a VCR

Connect the PNP-155 into an available input channel on your VCR in the same
manner as the TV connection listed on page 4. Turn on your VCR and TV as if
you were about to play a VCR tape.

On your VCR’s remote control, fi nd the input button with is usually labelled as L1,
L2, Input, Source, A/V, Channel, 0, AUX etc.* Insert a tape and push record to
record the camera.

*Consult the TV or VCR instruction manual for details about changing input
channels.

Tips & Suggestions

Before doing a permanent installation, connect the camera to your TV or VCR
using this Quick Start Guide to ensure all components in the pack are working
correctly.

If you have trouble with connecting the product contact our Technical Support
team. Contact details are on the back cover page of this guide.

Install cameras high enough or out of reach to avoid tampering.

Place Security Stickers in a visible location to alert potential thieves they are being
monitored.

Purchase a Swann DVR to record multiple cameras simultaneously and easily moni­tor your property.

Place cameras in high traffi c areas such as doorways to maximise security.

Use only the included Power Supply and do not modify or cut wires.

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Troubleshooting Guide

Problem: I can’t see the camera on my TV.
Solution: Ensure the camera is plugged in and the TV or VCR is tuned to the

correct input channel.

Problem: When I view my camera at night I only see a bright spot and no image.
Solution: Night Vision will refl ect when shining through a window. Move the

camera to the other side of the window or another location.

Problem: The BNC Extension Cable will not connect to my TV.
Solution: Connect the BNC to RCA adapter to the end of the Extension Cable

and plug into the TV.

Problem: On my Swann DVR, Video Loss appears where my camera should be.
Solution: Check the Extension cable is securely connected to the camera and

check the connection is secure on the back of the DVR. Also ensure the camera
has power by trying a second power outlet.

Technical Specifications

Video

Image Sensor 1/3” Super CMOS
Video Quality 400 TV Lines
Number of Effective Pixels NTSC: 510 x 492 / PAL: 628 x 582
Minimum Illumination 0 Lux (IR on)
Day/Night mode Colour in lit area / Black & White when nightvision activates
White Balance Automatic
Signal / Noise Ratio > 48dB
Electronic Shutter 1/60 - 1/15,000 NTSC / 1/50 - 1/15,000 PAL
Gain Control Automatic
Backlight Compensation Yes
Lens 6mm
Viewing Angle 50 degrees

Night Vision

Night Vision Distance Up to 26ft / 8m
IR cut fi lter No
Infra-red LEDs 11
Infra-red wavelength 850nm
Infra-red LED life 10,000 hrs

General

Indoor/Outdoor Both
Operating Power DC 12V
Operating Temperature -4°F ~ 122°F / -20°C~ 50°C
Body Construction Aluminum
Dimensions - Camera & Stand 4.3” x 2.1” x 1.8” / 110mm x 53mm x 45mm
Weight – Camera & Stand 9.9oz / 280g

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Helpdesk / Technical Support Details

Swann Technical Support

All Countries E-mail: [e-mail]

Telephone Helpdesk

USA toll free

1-800-627-2799

(Su, 2pm-10pm US PT)

(M-Th, 6am-10pm US PT)

(F 6am-2pm US PT)

USA Exchange & Repairs

1-800-627-2799 (Option 1)

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

See http://www.worldtimeserver.com for information on time zones and the

current time in Melbourne, Australia compared to your local time.

AUSTRALIA toll free

1300 138 324

(M 9am-5pm AUS ET)

(Tu-F 1am-5pm AUS ET)

(Sa 1am-9am AUS ET)

NEW ZEALAND toll free

0800 479 266

INTERNATIONAL

[phone]

Warranty Information

Swann Communications USA Inc.

12636 Clark Street

Santa Fe Springs CA 90670

USA

Swann Communications PTY. LTD.

Building 4, 650 Church Street,

Richmond, Victoria 3121

Australia

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.

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