SVAT Electronics Security Camera VU5 User Manual

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Security Camera  
Indoor/Outdoor Color Camera w/ Night Vision  
ACCESSORY - CAMERA  
INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
Version 1.0  
Model#  
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PRODUCT WARRANTY & REGISTRATION  
product’s warranty registration.  
The warranty registration form is located under the support tab on the SVAT website.  
We take quality very seriously. This is why all of our products come with a one year warranty  
from the original purchase date against defects in workmanship and materials.  
If you have warranty or support issues please contact us using any of the following methods:  
SVAT Electronics USA  
2315 Whirlpool St., Unit 333  
Niagara Falls, New York  
USA 14305  
SVAT Electronics Canada  
4080 Montrose Road  
Niagara Falls, ON  
Phone: 866.946.7828  
Fax: 888.771.1701  
Canada L2H 1J9  
Warranty Terms  
1. SVAT products are guaranteed for a period of one year from the date of purchase against defects in  
workmanship and materials. This warranty is limited to the repair, replacement or refund of the purchase price  
at SVAT’s option.  
2. When service is required, the warranty is validated by the submission of a fully completed warranty card.  
3. This warranty becomes void if the product shows evidence of having been misused, mishandled or tampered with  
contrary to the applicable instruction manual.  
4. Routine cleaning, normal cosmetic and mechanical wear and tear are not covered under the terms ofthis warranty.  
5. The warranty expressly provided for herein is the sole warranty provided in connection with the product itself  
and no other warranty, expressed or implied is provided. SVAT assumes no responsibilities for any other claims not  
specifically mentioned in this warranty.  
6. This warranty does not cover the shipping cost, insurance or any other incidental charges.  
7. You MUST call SVAT before sending any product back for repair. You will be given a Return Authorization number. When  
returning the product for warranty service, please pack it carefully in the original box with all supplied accessories, and  
enclose your original receipt or copy, and a brief explanation of the problem (include RA #).  
8. This warranty is valid only in Canada and the U.S.A.  
9. This warranty card cannot be re-issued.  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (BACK).  
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
Graphic Symbol Explanation  
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of  
insinuated “dangerous voltage”within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of  
electric shock to persons.  
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating  
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.  
 
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Table of Contents  
1.WHAT IS INCLUDED.........................................................................................................................................................................1  
2. CAMERAFEATURESANDFUNCTIONS.........................................................................................................................................................................................................1  
3.INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................................................................................2  
4. MOUNTING ....................................................................................................................................................................................2  
5. STEP BY STEP.................................................................................................................................................................................2  
6. TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................................................................................3  
7. SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................................................................................................................4  
NOTES ..............................................................................................................................................................................................5  
DRILLING TEMPLATE ..........................................................................................................................................................................6  
WHAT IS INCLUDED  
BNC to RCA Connector  
Power Adapter for Camera  
1YearWarranty  
Instruction Manual  
Online/Toll Free Support  
Mounting Hardware  
1 Indoor/Outdoor Night  
Vision Color Camera  
2 Window  
Warning Stickers  
60ft 4 PIN DIN to RCA  
(male) Video/Power  
Wire  
CAMERA FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS  
CMOS Cameras  
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1. Sun Shield helps prevent glare from bright lights.  
2. Infrared (IR) LEDs - Allow the camera to see in the dark up  
to 15ft away.  
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3. CDS Sensor turns on the infrared LEDs when it gets dark out.  
4. Camera Housing made of treated metal to prevent rust.  
5. Camera Mount allows the camera to be desk or wall  
mounted.  
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6 . Connection to Video / Power Wire - Converts to RCA from 4  
PIN DIN.  
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION  
While this camera is weatherproof, it is not waterproof. Please do not install it in areas that receive direct rain or under eaves trough  
draining spots. Do not cut the DC power cable of this camera to fit with another power source. Do not cut the video connection wire  
to fit with a different video connection type. Any unauthorized modifications will void your warranty.  
INSTALLATION  
THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR CAMERA  
Thecamerashouldbeinstalledbetween8and13ftabovetheareatobemonitored.  
Ensure there are no obstructions in the camera’s view, to maximize viewing area.  
Ensure that the sunshade is positioned to avoid glare and position camera away from direct sunlight.  
Decide whether the camera will be wall-mounted or sit on a desk/table top. If wall mounting, use the mounting hardware in  
the package. We recommend that the mounting bracket is secured using the included screws for all installations.  
This camera comes with 60ft of video/power wire. Please make sure that you mount the cameras no more than 60ft from the  
TV/monitor/VCR/DVR.  
We recommend using a surge protected power bar to protect the cameras internal circuitry.  
MOUNTING  
1. Screw the mounting bracket into the camera’s mounting hole,  
turning it clockwise.  
2. Mount the camera in the desired location no more than 60  
feet from the TV/Monitor/VCR/DVR unless you have purchased  
additional wiring. You may wall mount or desk mount these  
cameras.  
3. Adjust cameras to the desired viewing angles.  
STEP BY STEP  
1. Plug the 4 PIN DIN female  
connection on the camera into the  
4 PIN DIN male connection on the  
60ft video/power wire.  
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2. Match the two arrows on top of  
both connecting cables.  
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3. Plug the camera’s power supply into the  
power jack located on the 60ft video/  
power wire.  
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4. Plug the camera’s power adapter into an  
AC outlet.  
5. Connect the 60ft video/power wire’s male  
RCA plug to the VIDEO IN port of your TV/  
monitor/VCR/DVR.  
6. If your VIDEO IN port is a BNC connection  
(common with DVR units), you will need to  
attach the BNC to RCA adapter before  
connecting the camera.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
Before contacting technical support, please use follow the troubleshooting tips below for solutions to common  
problems  
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Make sure your TV/monitor is on the correct video input channel. This is NOT channel 3.  
Common terms for this channel is INPUT, AV CHANNEL, LINE 1, LINE 2 and AUX. Please use  
your TV or VCR manual to correctly identify this channel.  
If your camera is connected to a VCR/DVR, make sure that it is properly connected to your  
TV/monitor.  
No picture/signal:  
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Check all connections to make sure they are secure and properly connected.  
Check your power supply to ensure that the camera is powered up.  
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Make sure your camera is not aimed at direct sunlight.  
Adjust the sunshade by sliding it forwards to block out excess light.  
Make sure nothing is obstructing the CDS sensor on the camera. If the CDS sensor is blocked,  
night vision mode will be active and may produce extra light in your camera’s picture.  
Move your camera to another location.  
Picture is too bright:  
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If using at night, make sure your camera’s subject is no more than 15ft away (may vary based  
on amount of ambient light available).  
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If using during the day, your camera may not be getting enough light. Adjust the sunshade by sliding  
it backwards to let in more light.  
Picture is too dark:  
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Check the brightness and contrast settings on your TV/monitor  
If your camera is connected to a VCR/DVR, check the brightness and contrast settings on the  
VCR/DVR  
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Move your camera to another location.  
The night vision turns on automatically when light levels drop. Try the camera in a pitch  
black setting. The area that it is in may have too much light and may not activate the sensor.  
Cup your hands around the front of the camera and look at the LEDs. They should be  
glowing red. If they are not check the power supply.  
Night Vision is  
not working:  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
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INDOOR/OUTDOOR CAMERA  
Camera Type........................................................................................................................................................... Bullet  
Image Sensor .............................................................................................................................. 1/4" Color Sharp CMOS  
Resolution....................................................................................................................................................400 TV Lines  
Outdoor Use ............................................................................................................................................................... Yes  
IP Rating ...................................................................................................................................................................IP55  
Focal Length......................................................................................................................................................... 6.0mm  
Focus Type............................................................................................................................................................... Fixed  
Night Vision................................................................................................................................................................ Yes  
Number of IR LEDs and Range.................................................................................................................... 11, up to 20ft  
IR LED Control............................................................................................................................. Automatic (CDS Sensor)  
Min. Illumination .....................................................................................................................................................0 lux  
IR Wavelength...................................................................................................................................................... 850nm  
Video Output.....................................................................................................................................................4 PIN DIN  
TV System ................................................................................................................................................................NTSC  
Microphone................................................................................................................................................................. No  
Motion Detection ........................................................................................................................................................ No  
Viewing Angle................................................................................................................................................ 65 Degrees  
Electronic Shutter........................................................................................................................... 1/60 ~ 1/100000 sec  
BLC.............................................................................................................................................................................. No  
AGC ................................................................................................................................................................. Automatic  
ELC .................................................................................................................................................................. Automatic  
White Balance................................................................................................................................................. Automatic  
Sun Shield.................................................................................................................................................................. Yes  
IR Cut Filter................................................................................................................................................................. Yes  
Housing Material............................................................................................................................. Anodized Aluminum  
Housing Color...........................................................................................................................................Platinum Silver  
Signal/Noise Ratio................................................................................................................................................ >48dB  
Camera Bracket.......................................................................................................................................................... Yes  
Operating Temperature ...............................................................................................................................14°F ~ 140°F  
Operating Humidity ................................................................................................................................................. 95%  
Camera Power Input................................................................................................................................. DC 12V 200mA  
Power Adapter Input.......................................................................................................................................120V 60Hz  
LED Power Indicator .................................................................................................................................................... No  
Dimensions ...................................................................................................................3.125”x 2”x 4.375”(with stand)  
Weight ..............................................................................................................................................0.6 lbs (with stand)  
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NOTES  
Customer Information Card  
User’s Name:  
Company Name:  
Address:  
Postal Code:  
Phone Number:  
Email:  
Model Number of Product:  
Serial Number of Product:  
Purchase Date:  
Place of Purchase:  
NOTE: We recommend that you keep a record of your purchase receipt with your manual for any future returns or support issues.  
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DRILLING TEMPLATE  
To wall mount the camera, drill three holes using a 3/16" drill bit and the template below.  
Insert supplied wall anchors into holes and secure camera to wall with supplied screws.  
DRILL HOLES IN  
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Disclaimer  
SVAT does not endorse any of SVAT products for any illegal activities. SVAT is not responsible or liable in  
any way shape or form for any damage, vandalism, theft or any other action that may occur while a SVAT  
product is in use by the purchaser.  
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