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PRO-771 Dome
M771CAM190312E
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About the Camera
Congratulations on your purchase of this PRO-771 from Swann! You’ve chosen
well: we think this is one of the finest CCTV video cameras available. The PRO-771
is great for monitoring a wide open space whilst maintaining a high level of detail,
even in low-light situations.
Placement Guide
The PRO-771 has a 6mm, 50° lens built-in which allows it to focus its attention
onto one specific area. What does this mean for you when placing it?
• The camera will focus on the one
particular area in front of the lens,
but won’t see much happening
to the sides of it. You’ll need to
aim the camera specifically at
what you want to see.
• Objects and people will look
like they are slightly closer to
the camera than they really are.
You’ll be able to monitor a space
which is as long (or longer) than
it is wide.
The PRO-771 is great for monitoring long, narrow spaces such as hallways or
corridors. It’s also great for monitoring a specific space, such as a doorway, smaller
room or staircase.
Typically, it is best mounted a corner looking across and down into the room, so
that it can look over intervening obstacles. The higher the ceiling the camera is
mounted on, the more it will be able to see and the harder it’ll be for an intruder
to access the camera or interfere with it.
Tips: Positioning and Orienting
• Try to aim the camera at an area which is evenly lit, as objects or people in shadows
near brightly lit objects are very hard to see.
• It’s better to have the camera in the shade looking into the light than vice-versa.
• Avoid having bright light sources in your image. This includes the obvious (such as the
sun or an artificial light source) but also things such as reflections. Cars are notorious
for reflected light sources, as are buildings with a lot of windows, mirrors and so forth.
9.3m
28ft
10m
33ft
50°
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Mounting and Installing
Installing the Camera
The camera mounts onto a flat surface using screws. The surface must have
sufficient strength to hold the camera. Materials such as hardwood, brick or
masonry are good options, and we’ve included all the gear you’ll need to mount
it there (except the tools - sorry, you’ll still need your own drill). You can mount
the camera onto a metal surface, but you’ll need to supply your own mounting
hardware.
To mount the camera:
• Using the small hex key (supplied), undo the three small locking bolts on the
sides of the PRO-771 dome.
• Remove the top parts of the dome, consisting of the camera itself and the
dome cover.
• Attach the base plate of the dome to the ceiling or wall in the position you’d
like using the supplied screws. If mounting to brickwork, concrete or other
masonry surface, use the included wall plugs.
• Aim the camera in the direction you’d like. It can help to move a monitor
or television out to the camera’s location to ensure you get it aimed and
positioned properly.
• Once the camera is aimed, re-attach the dome cover.
Tips: Positioning your 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.
Tips: Weather Resistance
• The PRO-771 is built to be weather resistant. It’ll stand up to getting wet
occasionally, but it’s not intended to be underwater all the time. When
mounting the camera, ensure that it’s not in a location where water is likely to
pool or build up over time.
• Long term exposure to direct sunlight will adversely affect the camera. Over
time, the infrared and ultraviolet radiation will eventually begin to degrade the
integrity of the plastic and rubber components of the dome (particularly the
seals, cable, protectors and so on). Basically, put it in the shade!
• The dome itself is weather resistant, but the cables (most importantly the
plugs) are not. Ensure that all wiring and the connectors are suitably insulated
and protected from moisture and sunlight.
Tips: Night Vision
• Don’t place the camera so that there are any objects near the lens. Even
transparent or seemingly inconsequential objects (such as glass or spider’s
webs) will reflect infrared light, and effectively blind the camera at night.
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2B. Connecting to Your Existing DVR
Connect the extension cables
DC socket to the DC plug on
the power adapter
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Connection Guide
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 a BNC to RCA
adapter and connect to video
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input on your TV or VCR
INPUT
444
The green plug is used to connect the OSD (on-screen display)
controller. This is an advanced feature, and recommended only
for experienced users. To access a comprehensive guide for the
advanced features of this camera, log onto our website at:
www.swann.com/osdpro
Connect the extension cables
DC socket to the DC plug on
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the power adapter
Plug in the camera
power adapter into
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a wall socket
2B. Connecting to Your Existing DVR
Connect the BNC extension
cable to an open channel on
2
the back of the DVR
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Troubleshooting
Problem: At night, all I see is white.
Solution: The camera is most likely looking through a window. At night, the
infrared light the camera uses to see in the dark can ‘bounce back’ off a reflective
surface (such as glass, water, spider webs, some ceramics and so on) and effectively
blind the camera. If you want to see outside, mount the camera outside - we made
it weatherproof for a reason!
Problem: I see only a blank screen where my image should be.
Solution: Check the wiring to the camera, and ensure the camera is being
supplied power from the included power adapter. Try using a different video lead,
or connecting the camera to a different television or monitor. Be sure there are no
devices interrupting your signal, such as a DVR or VCR that isn’t outputting the
signal correctly.
Problem: I can’t see anything at night.
Solution: The maximum range of the night vision is just that, the maximum range.
If there’s nothing in this range, you won’t see anything. Also, some dark objects
(like the proverbial black cat) may not reflect enough light to be seen except as a
silhouette if the background is brighter. Some objects which can easily be seen in
visible light don’t reflect much infrared light.
On Screen Display (OSD)
The green RS485 plug coming from the camera allows you to attach the included
OSD controller.
The OSD is an optional, advanced feature. The camera will work perfectly well if
you never attach the OSD controller - it will regulate all its settings automatically.
The OSD controls are many and varied, and there’s simply not enough room in
this manual to cover it. You can download an in-depth guide to the OSD from our
website, located at:
www.swann.com/osdpro
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Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications
Video
Image Sensor 1/3” Sony ‘Effio’ CCD
Video Quality 700 TV Lines
Effective Pixels NTSC: 976 x 494
PAL: 976 x 582
Min. Illumination 0 Lux (IR on)
White Balance Automatic / Custom / Manual
Electronic Shutter NTSC: 1/60 ~ 1/100 000
PAL: 1/50 ~ 1/100 000
Gain Control Automatic / Manual
Backlight Comp. Yes (Adjustable)
Wide Dynamic Range Yes (Adjustable)
Lens 6mm
Viewing Angle Avg: 50° (H: 53°, V: 45°)
Night Vision
Range Up to 35m (114ft)
IR Cut Filter No
Number of IR LEDs 36
Infrared Wavelength 850nm
IR LED Life (Average) 10, 000 hours
General
Operating Power DC 12V
Operating Temp. -20°C ~ 45°C (-4°F ~ 113°F)
Casing Aluminium
Dimensions 120mm x 120m m x 100mm
(4.8” x 4.8” x 4”)
Weight 620g / 1.36lbs (approx)
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Helpdesk / Technical Support Details
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.
Swann Technical Support
All Countries E-mail: tech@swann.com
Telephone Helpdesk
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
UK
0203 027 0979
Warranty Information
Swann Communications USA Inc.
12636 Clark Street
Santa Fe Springs CA 90670
USA
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 labor 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 centers. 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.
USA
Swann Communications
Unit 13, 331 Ingles Street,
Port Melbourne Vic 3207
Australia
United Kingdom
Swann Communications LTD.
Stag Gates House
63/64 The Avenue
SO171XS
United Kingdom
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
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
WARNING: Modications not approved by the par ty responsible for compliance could void user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
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FCC Verication
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