Radio Shack B/W 1/3-INCH BASIC CCD CAMERA User manual

©1999 Tandy Corporation.
All Rights Reserved.
RadioShack is a registered trademark used by Tandy Corporation.
Cat. No. 49-2512
B/W 1/3-INCH BASIC CCD CAMERA
Your RadioShack B/W 1/3-Inch Basic
CCD (Charge-Coupled Device) Cam-
era is an important addition to your se-
curity system. While designed
primarily for use with the RadioShack
B/W 9-Inch 4-Channel Security Moni-
tor (Cat. No. 49-2511), you can also
connect it to a standard TV/monitor.
The camera includes a 65-foot cable
to provide extra flexibility in your sys-
tem. The CCD camera provides supe-
rior 78° wide pictures even in low-light
conditions, and it includes a micro-
phone so you can hear sound from the
area around the camera.
Warning: This camera is not water-
proof. To reduce the risk of electric
shock or damage, do not expose this
camera to rain or moisture.
FCC INFORMATION
This equipment complies with the lim-
its for a Class B digital device as spec-
ified in Part 15 of
FCC Rules . These
limits provide reasonable protection
against radio and TV interference in a
residential area.
However, your equipment might cause
TV or radio interference even when it
is operating properly. To eliminate in-
terference, you can try one or more of
the following corrective measures:
• reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna
• increase the distance between the
equipment and the radio or TV
• use outlets on different electrical cir-
cuits for the equipment and the radio
or TV
Consult your local Radio Shack store if
the problem still exists.
Note: You must use shielded interface
cables with this equipment.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or
shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain
or moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICE-
ABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended to alert
you to the presence of uninsu-
lated dangerous voltage within
the product’s enclosure that might
be of sufficient magnitude to con-
stitute a risk of electric shock. Do
not open the product’s case.
This symbol is intended to inform
you that important operating and
maintenance instructions are
included in the literature accom-
panying this product.
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MOUNTING GUIDELINES
Before you mount and connect the cam-
era, carefully plan where you will posi-
tion the camera and route the cable that
connects the camera to the monitor.
Keep in mind the following when plan-
ning the installation.
• This system is designed for indoor
use only.
• Do not install the camera where it
will be exposed to high humidity or
rain.
• Select a location for the camera so
you will have a clear view of the
area you want to monitor. Be sure
the location is free from dust, and
not in a direct line-of-sight with a
light source or in direct sunlight.
• Do not route the cable close to pow-
er or telephone lines, transformers,
or other electrical equipment that
could interfere with your security
system or with other systems or de-
vices.
• Select a location for the camera that
has an ambient temperature be-
tween 14° and 113°F.
• If you plan to install the camera in a
location that has conditions not rec-
ommended in this manual, consult
with a professional installer and con-
sider use of a separate camera cov-
er or housing.
MOUNTING THE CAMERA
The supplied swivel-ball joint post as-
sembly is designed to let you mount the
camera on a wood surface. If you plan to
mount the camera on a different type of
surface, purchase appropriate hard-
ware at your local hardware store. Ob-
tain mounting hardware that will support
at least 10 pounds (4.5 kg), which in-
cludes the weight of the camera and the
cable assembly.
Follow these steps to mount the camera
using the supplied post assembly.
1. Loosen the locking knob and re-
move the ball joint assembly from
the top of the lock bolt.
2. Using the base of the post assembly
as a guide, mark the locations on
the mounting surface for the three
supplied wall screws.
3. Drill a starter hole at each marked
location.
4. Thread the screws through the
holes in the base and into the holes
in the mounting surface. Tighten
each screw until the flange is se-
cure.
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5. Be sure the lock bolt is tight. Thread
the short, 1/4-20 post on the ball joint
assembly into the camera's thread-
ed mounting hole. Do not overtight-
en it.
6. Place the camera/ball joint assem-
bly over the top of the lock bolt then
swivel/rotate the camera as needed.
(You might need someone to watch
the TV or monitor to confirm the
camera’s position once you connect
the camera to your monitor, as
some small adjustment might be re-
quired.) Then tighten the locking
knob only enough to secure the
camera. Do not overtighten it.
CONNECTING TO A
STANDARD TV/MONITOR
You can connect the camera to a TV/
monitor that is equipped with audio/vid-
eo input jacks. Follow these steps to
connect the camera.
Note: For the best results, mount the
camera securely before connecting the
cable.
1. Connect the yellow VIDEO plug of
the supplied cable to the TV/moni-
tor’s video input jack. See “Typical
Connections Overview” on Page 5.
2. Connect the cable’s white AUDIO
plug to the TV/monitor’s audio input
jack.
3. Insert the supplied AC adapter’s
barrel plug into the receptacle of the
cable’s DC12V jack. Then connect
the adapter to a standard AC outlet.
Caution: You must use a
Class 2 power source that
supplies 12 volts DC and
delivers at least 200 mA. Its center
tip must be set to positive and its
plug must fit the CCD camera's
power cable jack. The supplied
adapter meets these specifications.
Using an adapter that does not meet
these specifications could damage
the CCD camera or the adapter.
4. Connect the 4-pin keyed cable plug
into the matching socket on the
back of the camera.
Note: The plug fits only one way. If it
does not immediately fit, do not
force it! Turn it over and try again.
Lock Bolt
1/4-20 Post
Ball Joint Assembly
Locking Knob
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CONNECTING TO A
4-CHANNEL SECURITY
MONITOR
To connect the camera to a RadioShack
4-Channel Security Monitor, see the
monitor’s owner's manual for complete
installation and operating instructions.
CARE
To enjoy your B/W 1/3-Inch Basic CCD
Camera for a long time:
• Keep the camera dry. If it gets wet,
wipe it dry immediately.
• Use and store the camera only in
normal temperature environments.
• Handle the camera gently and care-
fully. Don’t drop it.
• Keep the camera away from dust
and dirt.
• Wipe the camera with a damp cloth
occasionally to keep it looking new.
Modifying or tampering with the cam-
era’s internal components can cause a
malfunction and invalidate its warranty.
If your camera is not performing as it
should, take it to your local RadioShack
store for assistance.
SPECIFICATIONS
Video Receptor .............. B&W 1/3” CCD
Receptor Resolution ...... 270,000 pixels
Video Resolution: More than 380 lines
Minimum Required
Illumination ............................. 0.2 LUX
AGC .......................................... Built in
Lens ............... 4.3mm F/1.8 fixed focus
Angle of View ................................. 78°
Dimensions
(HWD) ............ 21/8× 21/8 ×121/32 Inches
(54 ×54 ×42 mm)
Weight ....................................... 1.7 oz
(50 g.)
Specifications are typical; individual
units might vary. Specifications are sub-
ject to change and improvement without
notice.
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TYPICAL CONNECTIONS OVERVIEW
Supplied Cable
Camera TV/Monitor
AC Adapter
Video (Yellow)
DC12V Jack
Audio (White)
A/V Input Jacks
DC12V Jack
9-Inch Security Monitor Cat. No. 49-2511
Mini-DIN Jack
Cable Supplied
with Cat. No. 49-2511
Video (Yellow)
Audio (White)
Supplied Cable
Camera
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