Digital Watchdog Star-Light DWC-D4783WD User manual

01/2016
ABOUT MANUAL
Before installing and using the camera, please read this manual carefully.
Be sure to keep it handy for future reference.
ANALOG HIGH DEFINITION
SnapIt Indoor Dome Camera
DWC-D4783WD
DWC-D4783WTIR

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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
Installation Instructions
Connecting to Monitors 11
Gang Box Installation Instructions
4
5
6
7
8-9
10
12
13-26
27
28-29
30-31
Adjusting the Camera Angle

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FEATURES*
Analog High Definition (AHD) HD over Coax Technology
STAR-LIGHT™ Super Low Light Technology
Panasonic 1/3" CMOS Sensor
1080P Resolution at 30fps
Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)
Varifocal Auto-Focus P-Iris Lens 2.8~12mm
Smart IR™ with Intelligent Camera Sync. 70ft Range [DWC-D4783WTIR Models]
Smart DNR™ 3D Digital Noise Reduction
Highlight Masking Exposure (HME)
True Day/Night Mechanical IR Cut Filter [DWC-D4783WTIR Models]
Auto Sensing 24VAC/12VDC with Line Lock
Secondary Video-BNC Output (While UTP in use)
Easy Icon Driven OSD Menu with Built-in Joystick
Programmable Privacy Zones
Auto Gain Control (AGC)
Back Light Compensation (BLC)
Dynamic Range Compressor (DRC) Reveals Low Light Detail
Auto White Balance (AWB)
UTP Built-In
RS-485 Built-in

Set Screw
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PARTS & DESCRIPTION*
Vent
Cables: BNC, UTP, RS485
Control Borad
UpperCase
Bubble Dome Cover
Tilt Stopper Screw
Joystick
Test Monitor Cable Slot
Lens

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DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETERS (IN)*
89
108
TOP VIEW
40,5
56,3
96,8
108 (4.25”)
(3.81”)
(1.59”)
(2.22 ”)
(4.25”)
3.50”)

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INSIDE THE BOX*
Included with your camera:
Camera
Template Sheet
Cables
Screw &
Plastic Anchor-2pcs
Test Monitor Calbe
User’s Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS*
1. To remove the camera’s dome for installation, squeeze the sides of the camera
and separate the camera module from the camera dome.
2. Use the camera’s mounting template or your camera and drill the necessary
mounting holes to the mounting surface.
3. Pull Wires through and make connections.
4. Mount the camera to the mounting surface using the included screws.
5. Adjust the camera’s lens position by using the 3-Axis gimbal.
6. Snap the camera dome over the camera module to complete the installation.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS*
Check to see all parts are in
the box.
Use the mount to mark the
pilot holes required. Drill
holes into the drywall and
insert the drywall mounts.
Secure the wall mount to the
wall using the mounting
screws.
Attach the base of the camera
to the wall mount with the
smaller machine screws.
Adjust the camera lens, and
snap the dome cover over
the camera module.
1 2 3
4 5

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS*
NOTE: Screws required for electrical junction boxes are not supplied. These
screws are readily available at an electrical supply store.
Philips #8-32 x 0.75
2S