Q-See QSC13212D User manual

QSC13212D
Hi-Resolution CCD Color Camera
With 2.8 to 12MM Varifocal Lens
And Built-in On Screen Display
OPERATION MANUAL
Product Manual

Thank you for purchasing our products. Please read the manual carefully before
using and keep it for future reference.
WA R N I N G
To reduce the danger of electric shock, and avoid lightning strikes, do not tamper
with the wiring or connections to the camera’s circuit board, and make sure the unit is
properly grounded. Unit should only be serviced by authorized repairmen. Contact
Q-See for any needed repairs.
Other Precautions:
☆Please make sure the power adapter is consistent with product specifications,
otherwise it might cause fire, electric shock or damage.
☆Pay attention to polarity of the adapter, it might cause some accidents like fires.
☆Please don’t connect multiple cameras with the same adapter at the same time;
overloading of adapter capacity may cause fire.
☆Power supply must be firmly fixed to prevent fires.
☆If the device produces an abnormal smell or smoke, please stop using it
immediately and contact our customer service dept.
☆If the camera doesn’t work as usual, please do not dismantle it by yourself. Please
contact our company to preserve warranty status.
☆Please do not touch the camera lens or sensor.

Notes
1. Avoid strong impact and stay away from strong electromagnetic interference and
vibration.
2. There are some sophisticated parts inside the camera, therefore, during
transportation and installation, please avoid damage caused by stress or severe
vibration. For the sake of safety, please do not switch on power before completing all
installation.
3. Please comply with all electrical safety standards during operation, camera or
signal transmission cable should maintain a sufficient distance (50 meters, 165 feet)
from high-voltage equipment or cables, precautions should also be taken to avoid
lightening.
4. Please install the camera in well-ventilated environment.
5. Please do not position the camera facing direct sunlight or other strong light source;
this could damage the lens and sensor.
6. The temperature range for the cameras are -20 ~ 50 °C (-4 to 122°F)
7. To avoid lightning strikes, please make sure the power supply ground line is in
good condition.

Directory
1. Features··································································································1
2. Dimensions and Accessories ······························································ 2
3. Installation ················································································· 3
4. Circuit Board Layout ········································································10
5. OSD (On Screen Display) Operation ···············································11
5.1 Exposure ····················································································12
5.2 Color························································································· 13
5.3 Day & Night Switch ···································································14
5.4 Function ·····················································································15
5.5 Motion Detection ······································································16
5.6 Privacy Zone ············································································ 16
5.7 Camera ID ·············································································· 17
5.8 Camera Settings ······································································· 17
5.9 Exit ·····························································································18
6. Technical Specifications ···································································19
7. FAQs ··································································································21
Contact Information ··········································································22
Product Warranty ···············································································23
Customer Information Card ······························································25

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1. Features
1. New Generation SONY CCD
Adopting the latest Second-generation high-sensitive CCD, it can receive clear and
lucid images even with very low illumination.
2. Hi-resolution Video Resolution
Color horizontal resolution can reach 550TVL, B/W horizontal resolution can reach
600TVL.
3. Day & Night Switch
Day & Night cameras can switch automatically into color or B/W according to
available light.
4. Digital Wide Dynamic Technology
Built-in special digital wide dynamic technology enables camera to see all views
inside and outside house even in strong or weak light.
5. DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) Technology
Enhanced ability to handle signal noise ratio, this technology enables the camera to
receive clearer and more vivid images even under low-light conditions.
6. Gamma Curve
Variable gamma adjustment, there are four different curve options.
7. Multi-Zone Backlight Compensation Setting
Backlight compensation can automatically adjust the light to achieve overall
optimization of the image, even in high contrast environment such as between dark
and strong light.
8. Multi-Zone Privacy Setting (PRIVACY)
Privacy can be divided into different zones.
9. OSD (On Screen Display)
Built-in OSD, the user can easily set the camera parameters through menu.

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2. Dimensions and Accessories
Dome Camera
Dome Camera
2.2 Accessories
Item
Accessories Quantity Remark
1 Product Manual 1 PC Standard
2 Customer Info Card 1 PC Standard
3 Fixed Screws 1 Set Dome Camera

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3. Installation
1. Release screws to open the cover
2. Use the pictured tool to take off the screws

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3. Open the cover
4. Arrows point to the 3 holes for ceiling mount screws

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5. Mounting the base to ceiling
6. Screws for changing the angle of the lens

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7. Loosen the screws on both sides with a screwdriver
8. Twist the top to change the left/right angle of the lens