Digital Watchdog STAR-LIGHT 960H DWC-V6553D User manual

12162013
ABOUT MANUAL
Before installing and using the camera, please read this manual carefully.
Be sure to keep it handy for future reference.
Vandal Dome Camera
DWC-V6553D
DWC-V6553DIR

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PRECAUTIONS
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 a 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.
FCC COMPLIANCE
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.

Table of Contents
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Installation
Module OSD Menu
Troubleshooting
Warranty Information
Specifications
Features
Parts and Descriptions
Dimensions
Inside the Box
Surface Mount Installation
Accessories Installation
Connecting to Monitors
Control Board
4
5
6
7
8
9-12
13
14
16-27
28
29-30
31-32
Adjusting the Camera Gimbal 15

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FEATURES*
960H CCD Image Sensor (960 Horizontal Pixels)
720 TV Lines [B/W], 700 TV Lines [Color]
3.6mm Fixed Lens
100ft Range IR with Intelligent Camera Sync, Smart IR
Electronic Day & Night
3D DNR (3D Digital Noise Reduction)
Star-Light (Super Low Light Technology)
HME (Highlight Masking Exposure)
SLC (Side Light Compensation)
Programmable Privacy Zones (8) & Motion Detection
AGC / BLC / AWB
Easy Icon Driven OSD Menu with Built-in Joystick
IP66 Certified (Weatherproof)
Secondary Video-BNC Output

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PARTS & DESCRIPTION*
1Bottom Case
Camera Gimbal
Upper Case
Dome Cover
2
3
4
6
5
6
1
3
5
2
4
Cover Screws (x4)
Side Port for Cabling

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DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETERS (IN)*
47.0 1.9
144.0 5.7
61.8 2.4
145.0 5.7
117.0 4.6
125.0 4.9

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INSIDE THE BOX*
Included with Camera:
1
2
3
4
5
User Manual
Mounting Template
4 Machine Screws and 4 Dry Wall Anchors
Secondary Video-BNC Cable
L-Key
07292013
ABOUT MANUAL
Before installing and using the camera, please read this manual carefully.
Be sure to keep it handy for future reference.
Vandal Dome Camera
DWC-V6553D
DWC-V6563D
DWC-V6563DIR
Vandal Dome Camera
DWC-V6563DIR

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SURFACE MOUNT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS*
1. Use the camera or mounting template to mark and drill the
necessary holes in the wall or ceiling.
2. Pull wires through and make connections.
3. Using the four (4) included screws, mount and secure the
camera to the wall or ceiling.
4. Adjust the camera’s Pan and Tilt and Lens.
See pages 15-16 for more information.
5. Use the joystick to adjust the OSD menu. See pages 17-28
for more information.
6. Attach the camera housing to the camera base using the
assembly screws.

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JUNCTION BOX INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS*
Check to see all parts are in
the box.
Use the dry wall anchors and
machine screws to mount the
junction box and rubber
gasket to the wall.
Insert wires through the
wall and make the
appropriate connections.
Attach the camera to the
junction box using the
machine screws.
Attach the camera housing
to the junction box using the
assembly screws.
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WALL MOUNT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS*
Check to see all parts are in
the box.
Insert the wires from the
camera through the wall
mount housing.
Attach the camera to
the wall mount housing.
Use the mounting template to
make pilot holes. Use the dry
wall anchors and machine screws
to attach the assembly to the wall.
Attach the camera housing
to the fixture.
1 2 3
4 5