Swann SWPRO-A852PTZ Instruction Manual

Day & Night
PTZ Dome Camera

EN

For use with Swann 4400 Series HD DVRs

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Congratulations on your purchase of this Day
& Night PTZ Dome Camera. A state-of-the-art
high resolution camera with 10x optical zoom.
The camera can pan a full 360 degrees and can
focus on key locations with multiple pre-set
viewing points. The 720p resolution is perfect
for close up detail such as license plates, facial
detail, and more. With the latest infrared cut fil­ter, it has amazing night vision to 196ft/60m and
excellent clarity in low light. It’s ready to go with
a pre-installed mounting bracket.

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

1) Make sure the camera is fixed correctly and

stable if fastened in place.

2) Do not operate if wires and terminals are ex-

posed.

3) This camera can only be used in combination

with Swann’s DVR4-4400, DVR8-4400 or DVR16­4400 digital video recorders.

4) Only use the supplied power adapter (24V).

5) Do not manually pan and tilt the camera when

it is turned on.

6) Use a small flat-head screwdriver to connect

the PTZ module that is attached to the rear of your
DVR, to the red and black PTZ wires on the video
& power cable.

Warning - Modifications not approved by the

party responsible for compliance could void us­er’s authority to operate the equipment.

Introduction

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Choosing a location for your PTZ Camera

With a PTZ camera, you have some flexibility on
where the camera can be mounted. Some things to
consider when choosing a location -

1) What you want to monitor and where you’ll get the

best view of it.

2) How you’re going to connect the camera to your

DVR; remember that cables and connections should
be kept out of the weather.

3) It’s recommended to mount your cameras at an

elevated position to keep out of harm’s way.

4) Make sure your camera has minimal sky in it as

the light in daylight can make the foreground of the
image darker.

5) Think about the most likely way a potential offender

may approach your home.

6) The camera’s casing is resistant to water and

tampering. However, the cable and connector are
vulnerable and require protection.

7) Prolonged exposure to adverse weather conditions

such as sunlight or excessive moisture, may
eventually damage the internal components of the
camera and adversely affect its performance.

8) When running your cable, try to avoid bending it at

sharp angles.

9) Don’t put your cable near live electrical wiring.

AC electricity generates radio “noise” which can
interfere with the signal from your camera.

10) As the camera can pan a full 360 degrees, this

means that (for example) installing it in a tight corner
is probably not an ideal utilization of its potential. A
freestanding pole of sufficient height and integrity
to reliably hold the camera securely is an ideal
choice, as is the centre of a wall in a larger room or
a warehouse.