Swann PRO-640 Quick Manual
PRO-640
Security Camera
M640CAM180412T
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Before you begin
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of this PRO-640 indoor/outdoor day & night CCTV camera
from Swann. The PRO-640 is a color CCD 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 PRO-640 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 lter out
wavelengths of light the camera does not need in order to provide a clear color image.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
All jurisdictions have specic 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: Modications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
• Make sure product is xed correctly and stable if fastened in place
• Do not operate if wires and terminals are exposed
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Package Contents
Pack contents:
You may have purchased your PRO-640 as a standalone camera or as part of a pack. This will
dictate the expected contents you should have received with your camera.
Item Single camera 2 camera pack 3 camera pack 4 camera pack
PRO-640 camera 1 2 3 4
Extension cable 1 2 3 4
Screws and wall plug
package
1 2 3 4
Power Adapter 1 1 (with 2-way
power splitter
cable)
1 (with 4-way
power splitter
cable)
1 (with 4-way
power splitter
cable)
Security stickers 4 4 4 4
Operating
Instructions
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Connection Guide
Connect the camera’s DC
and BNC socket cable to the
extension cable’s DC and BNC plugs
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3A
3B
INPUT
2A. Connecting Directly to TV
2B. Connecting to Your Existing DVR
Connect a BNC to RCA
adapter and connect to video
input on your TV or VCR
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Connection Guide
Plug in the camera
power adapter into
a wall socket
4
FOR A SINGLE CAMERA
Connect the extension cable’s
DC socket to the DC plug on
the power adapter
3A
FOR 4 CAMERA PACKS
Connect the extension cable’s
DC socket to one of the four
sockets on the power splitter.
Then, plug the single end of the
power splitter to the DC plug
on the power adaptor.
3B
2B. Connecting to Your Existing DVR
Connect the BNC extension
cable to an open channel on
the back of the DVR
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Mounting the camera
The stand on the PRO-640 is deceptively adaptable. At rst glance it may appear to limit how
many options you have when mounting and aiming the camera, but this is simply untrue. The
PRO-640 stand is almost innitely adaptable – it’s like the Rubik’s Cube of CCTV camera stands!
You’ve got three points of articulation. The most obvious is the thumb 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 congured, 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
t 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.
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 reection 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 to the
end of the extension cable and then plug into the RCA socket
on your TV or monitor.
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Images are for illustrative purposes only.
Specications subject to change without notice.
For the latest version of this manual, please visit:
www.swann.com
Video
Image Sensor 1/3” CCD
Video Quality 600 TVL
Resolution PAL: 752x582 / NTSC:768x494
Minimum Illumination 0 Lux (IR on)
Day/Night Mode Color in lit areas / Black & White in dark areas
White Balance Automatic
Signal / Noise Ratio 45db
Gain Control Automatic
Backlight Compensation Yes
Lens 6.0mm
Viewing Angle Avg: 38° (H: 33°, V: 43°)
Night Vision
Night Vision Distance 65ft/20m
IR Cut Filter No
Infra-red LEDs 24
Infra-red wavelength 850nm
Infra-red LED life (average) 10,000 hours
General
Indoor/Outdoor Both
Operating Power DC 12V
Operating Temperature -20°C ~ 60°C / -4°F ~ 140°F
Body Construction Aluminium
Dimensions (without stand)
50mm x 50mm x 60mm
2.0” x 2.0” x 2.3”
Dimensions (with stand)
59mm x 59mm x 137mm
2.3” x 2.3 ” x 5.3”
Weight 230g / 8.11oz
© Swann Communications 2012
Helpdesk / Technical Support Details
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 tting 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 modications 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.
Swann Technical Support
All Countries E-mail: tech@swannsecurity.com
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)
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NEW ZEALAND toll free
0800 479 266
UK
0203 027 0979
See http://www.worldtimeserver.com for information on time zones and the
current time in Melbourne, Australia compared to your local time.
FCC Verication
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 o 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
•Connecttheequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdierentfromthattowhichthereceiverisconnected
•Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelp
WARNING: Modications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
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