Digital Watchdog Snapit DWC-HV421D Guide

ABOUT MANUAL
Before installing and using the camera, please read this manual carefully.
Be sure to keep it handy for future reference.
HD-SDI Vandal-Proof Dome Camera
DWC-HV421D
DWC-HV421TIR
08062014

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PRECAUTIONS
FCC COMPLIANCE
Do not open or modify.
Do not open the case except during maintenence and installation, for it may be dangerous and can
cause damages.
Do not put objects into the unit.
Keep metal objects and flammable substances from entering the camera.
It can cause fire, short-circuits, or other damages.
Be careful when handling the unit.
To prevent damages, do not drop the camera or subject it to shock or vibration.
Do not install near electric or magnetic fields.
Protect from humidity and dust.
Protect from high temperature.
Be careful when installing near the ceiling of kitchen or a boiler room, as the temperature may rise
to high levels.
Cleaning:
To remove dirt from the case, moisten a soft cloth with a soft detergent solution and wipe.
Mounting Surface:
The material of the mounting surface must be strong enough to support the camera.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference. when the equipment is operated in a residential environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency energy; and if it is not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
WARNING: Changes or modifications are not expressly approved by the manufacturer.

Adjusting the Camera’S Lens
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Installation
Camera OSD Menu and Glossary
Troubleshooting
Warranty Information
Specifications
Features
Parts and Descriptions
Dimensions
Included Accessories
Easy Installations
Connecting to Monitors
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Adjusting the 3-Axis Gimbal 17
Controling the Camera’s OSD Remotely

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FEATURES*
IP68 Certified (Waterproof)
Sony 1/2.8” CMOS Sensor
Highest Resolution 2.1 Megapixels
720P / 1080P Mode Selectable
3.5~16mm Auto-Focus Lens
4.5X Optical Zoom
Double Shutter WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) at 15fps
70ft Range IR with Intelligent Camera Sync [HV421TIR]
Electronic Day and Night [HV421D]
True Day and Night [HV421TIR]
AGC / BLC / AWB
3D DNR (3D Digital Noise Reduction)
Digital Zoom (0~112 level)
HME/ HLMSK (Highlight Masking Exposure)
Mirror & Image Flip
Programmable Privacy Zone (30) & Motion Detection
Dead Pixel Cancellation
12VDC Support Only
Secondary Video-BNC Output

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PART & DESCRIPTIONS*
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Lens
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Power input Connctor
12VDC Voltage
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BNC (HD-SDI) + RS485
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2nd Video Connector
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Camera Control Board
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Safety Wire
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Bubble Dome
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Upper Case
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Flush Mount Case
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Surface Mount Case
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Assembly Screws
#8 - 32 x 0.75
Mounting Screws
w/o IR IR

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DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETERS (IN)*
101(3.98”)
137(5.39”)
17(0.67”)
28(1.1”)
54(2.13”)
98.8(3.89”)
121
(4.76”)
118.8
(46.8”)
139(5.47”)139(5.47”)
36(1.42”)
29(1.41”)
53.8(2.12”)
Flush Mount
Surface Mount
121
(4.76”)

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INSIDE THE BOX*
Included with Snapit Vandal Dome Camera
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User Manual
Mounting Template
4 Machine Screw and 4 Dry Wall Anchors
TORX-T20 Wrench
L-Wrench
TORX-T20 Bolt
Secondary Video-BNC Cable
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SURFACE MOUNT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS*
Use the camera’s mounting
template or your camera to
mark the holes as required.
Drill holes into the drywall and
insert the drywall mounts into
the holes.
Pull wires through and make
connections.
If you need to keep the wiring within the
camera housing, refer to the diagram
below.
Mount the surface mount
base (junction box) to the
wall.
DC 12V
AC 24V
UTP
RS485
To use the side conduit, remove the
security screw with the supplied
3.0mm Allen key, and unscrew the
conduit plug.
Route wiring behind
the inner posts
(dark gray area).
DC 12V
AC 24V
UTP
RS485
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Secure the three (3) assembly
screws.
Adjust the camera’s position
by using the 3-Axis Gimbal.
Tighten the three locking
screws in with the L-Wrench
to secure the cover dome
over the camera.
Snap the camera module onto
the base by aligning the red
and black markings on the
base and the camera module.
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FLUSH MOUNT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS*
For a flush mount housing, detach the surface mount base,
which is also known as the junction box, from the flush
mount base.
Use the mounting template to mark the holes for the screws
and a larger hole for the top extruded component of the
flush mount base.
The three assembly screws (ST4X35) fixed to the flush
mount base should be used to mount the camera to the
surface of the wall or ceiling.
ST4X35
Secure the three (3) assembly
screws.
Adjust the camera’s position
by using the 3-Axis Gimbal.
Tighten the three locking
screws in with the L-Wrench
to secure the cover dome
over the camera.
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