SB SB-SK540 User manual

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QUICK START GUIDE
Revised: March 5, 2013
Smoke Detector Camera
SB-SK540

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PRODUCT REFERENCE
Remote Control
SD memory card
(up to 32GB)
Audio Cable
(white)
Status Light
Main Power on back of detector
Camera
Power Cable
(red)
Video Cable - BNC
(yellow)
Smoke Detector Test Button

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e Smoke Detector Camera must have an SD card inserted to work properly. It will accept an
SD card of up to 32 GB in size.
1. e SD card is inserted into the side of the device. You do not need to remove the top of the
device.
2. Note the proper position of the SD card. e Gold connectors will be facing UP.
3. Gently insert the SD card, into the slot on the side of the device. Use your nger to gently
push the SD card into place. If there is resistance, remove the SD card and double-check
your placement. DO NOT FORCE your SD card into place. is may damage your device
and void your warranty.
BEFORE FIRST USE - SD CARD
Step 2
Gold-side UP
4. Use the tip of a screwdriver or similar tool. Press gently on
the middle of the SD card until the SD card clicks into place.
5. When properly inserted, the SD card is hidden from view. To
remove, use the tool to gently press again. e SD card will
click out of the slot.
Step 3 Step 4
Step 5

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You may nd it easier and more convenient to use your device with a long power / video cord,
and optional monitor. is will allow you to place the device anywhere without worry of a
nearby power supply or television.
SafetyBasement has the cables you need, and small monitors as well.
OPTIONAL SET UP AND USE
In this photo, we are using the optional 3.5 inch monitor to set up our
Smoke Detector Camera. We can also use this monitor to play back our
les. Monitor Product Code: LT-LTAMC80
An option power / video cable can provide
power to your device when a power supply is
not nearby.
An optional cable can run to a convenient
location for power, and for monitoring your
video recordings, without needing to remove
the SD card or device.

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Connect the Smoke Detector Camera to a monitor or TV to adjust your recording and motion
detection settings. Use the included remote control. We will briey cover the options available to
you in this guide.
Please adjust your settings and test to nd the settings that best suit your particular needs.
SET UP
e Menu Options appear on your monitor or TV screen.
If you are not using a long power / video cable, you will want to set up the
device prior to installation.
INSTALLATION NOTES:
Please check camera placement before installation.
Please install carefully using proper tools and safety procedures.
Please use only proper power cords and cables.
Please test Smoke Detector function frequently.

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SETTINGS
1. You can adjust how the date and time is displayed, as well as the usual time and date
settings.
2. To save your settings, press the BACK button.
SET DATE / TIME
1. Use the Remote Control to access the Menu.
2. Use the UP / DOWN / LEFT / RIGHT
buttons to adjust settings.
3. Use the OK button to Save Changes.
4. At times, you will use the Back / Stop button
to go back in the menu.
Back / Stop
Menu / OK

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SET MOTION DETECT
You will use this setting to set where motion should be detection in your camera’s view.
For example, if you the camera to ignore the area where your sh tank is, you will enter this
setting and remove detection in the area of your sh tank.
You should adjust this setting when the camera is in place.
1. In the Main Menu, highlight Set Motion Detect. Press OK to enter.
2. Choose Set MD Area. Press OK to enter.
3. By default, the entire area is covered in red blocks. is means that motion is being
detected in every block.
4. Use the PLAY button in the upper le of your remote to choose the EDIT MODE. You can
edit block by block, or erase all the blocks. For this example, choose CELL EDIT.
5. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to move around to where your sh tank or other
object you want to ignore is in view. Press the OK button to remove the red block from this
section. Keep moving and removing until you entire sh tank or other subject is no longer
covered in red.
6. To save this, use the BACK button to leave the block edit screen. Remember, motion will
no longer be detected in the areas NOT covered in red.
7. You can also adjust the sensitivity of the Motion Detection using the Set MD Sensitivity
option. Click OK to enter this option.
8. Use the LEFT / RIGHT arrow keys to adjust the MD reshold. is will determine how
much activity it will take before your device starts recording. Please test this setting and
adjust to t your needs.
9. Press BACK to go back to the Main Menu.

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MANUAL RECORD SETTINGS
A manual recording is when you press the RECORD button on your remote. Your device will
immediately start recording using these settings. To stop recording, press the STOP button.
1. Highlight the Manual Record Menu and press OK to enter.
2. You can adjust the Video Size to 640x480 or 320x240. Access the options with the LEFT /
RIGHT arrows.
3. Adjust the frame rate to your preference.
4. Adjust the quality setting to your preference.
5. Set AUDIO to ON or OFF.
6. Press the BACK button to save your settings and return to the Main Menu.
SCHEDULE RECORD SETTINGS
Your device has 3 dierent Schedule Recording options; ALARM, MOTION or CONTINUE.
Each option can be set to dierent Video Size, Frame Rate and other settings. Enter each and
adjust to your preferences.
en hit the Back Button to return to the SCHEDULE RECORD menu. Note that the ALARM
icon is for ALARM, the PERSON icon is for MOTION ACTIVATION and the CLOCK icon is
for continious recording.
1. Highlight the Schedule Setup option and press OK.
2. You will see 24 Hours available to schedule on your device. Each Hour is represented by an
icon that reects the type of recording you want to do during that hour.
You may also choose the X for NO RECORDING, and the STAR for ALL OPTONS during
that hour.
3. Highlight the Schedule ON or OFF and adjust using the LEFT / RIGHT buttons.
4. Highlight each hour and use the LEFT / RIGHT arrows to choose the option for that hour.
For example, if you want NO RECORDING from 1am to 1:59am, move to the 01 HOUR
and use the LEFT / RIGHT arrrows until the icon is an X.
If you want Motion Detection from 3:00pm to 3:59pm, move to the 15 HOUR and choose
the PERSON icon.
5. To save your settings, use the Back Button to get to the Main Menu.
NOTE: Do not use the ALARM setting as it does not apply to this device. Use PERSON and
CLOCK icons in your schedule.

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SD CARD OPTIONS
1. Use the Menu Option to set the Maximum File Length of your recordings, up to 5 minutes
in length.
2. CARD FULL option tells the device what to do when your SD card is full.
LOOP will erase older les, to make room for newer les.
STOP will cause the device to Stop Recording until your SD card is replaced with an empty
card.
3. FORMAT will format your SD card to work with this device. Most SD cards are already
formatted properly. Your device can use an SD card up to 32 GB in size. If your card is not
working properly, or shows less recording time then expected, use the FORMAT command
to initialize your card. FORMAT will ERASE ALL DATA on your card.
SYSTEM STATUS
Get a quick look at your settings by choosing SYSTEM STATUS from the Main Menu.
POWER ON SETUP
Choose the LANGUAGE and TV VIDEO TYPE for your COMPOSITE signal; NTSC or PAL.
FACTORY DEFAULT
Please check your SD card forrmat or available memory before using FACTORY DEFAULT to
x any issues you may have. You will lose all settings and schedule if you use this.

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YOUR FILES
You may view your recordings using the SEARCH and PLAY option from the Main Menu.
You will see a list of dates, and how many les there are for each date. It will also show you the
rst frame of that le, and the type of event it recorded, such as a MOTION ACTIVATED le,
or Manual Recording.
You can connect the Video Cable to a monitor or TV for viewing directly from your device.
Or, you can remove the SD card from the device and plug it into an SD card reader on your
Windows PC or Mac.
Files on your computer will be time-stamped. You may need to download video-playback
soware for viewing. Please see the next page for suggestions.

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Your Windows PC or Mac has built-in soware that will play most of the les created by devices
like yours. However, if you are having problems playing your les, or need more options, please
download and try these programs.
is soware is free and can be downloaded directly from the links below. You can nd support
and tutorials for these programs on their respective websites. SafetyBasement can not provide
soware support for these programs
As with ANY les you download from the internet, be sure to scan them for viruses using your
particular virus scanner. While most users report no issues using this soware, we can not be
responsible for any damage caused by this soware. Please proceed carefully. Back up your PC
before installing any new soware.
VIDEO PLAYBACK - VLC
(http://www.videolan.org/vlc/index.html)
e VLC Media Player can play almost any video or audio le type. ere is
a version for Windows and for Mac OS X.
VIDEO EDITING for WINDOWS - MOVIE MAKER 2012
(http://windows.microso.com/en-US/windows/get-movie-maker-
download)
Movie Maker is a simple video editing program from Microso. Please go
to this link, and choose the download for your version of Windows. Please
note: Movie Maker is part of the Windows Essentials package.
VIDEO EDITING for MAC OS X - iMOVIE
(Visit the Apple Mac App Store for latest version)
iMovie is a simple video editing program from Apple. It comes installed with
your new Mac. e latest version is also available at the Mac App Store at
additional cost.
AUDIO PLAYBACK and EDITING - AUDACITY
(http://audacity.sourceforge.net/)
Audacity is a popular audio editing program used by amateurs and
professionals to edit simple and complex audio projects. You can use
Audacity to convert your audio les to another format, such as MP3. ere
is a version for Windows and Mac OS X.
PHOTOS
Your Windows and Mac computers have the ability to do basic editing of
photos built in.
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