Swann MicroCam III User manual

Note: Wireless Networks (WiFi) may interfere with and/or experience interference caused by the
transmitter in this unit. Changing the receiver to another channel/frequency or setting the Wireless
Network (i.e. Wireless Access Point) to a frequency further away from the camera’s set frequency can
alleviate this problem. Consult the documentation of your Wireless LAN device for information on how
to change the transmission frequency. These cameras work with most wireless camera receivers that
support 2414MHz, 2432MHz, 2450MHz and 2468MHz.
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If this device does not work when you first plug it in,
do not take it back to the store.
MicroCam III
Wireless Security Camera
With 4 Channel Auto-Switching Receiver
Contact the Swann Helpdesk using our fast e-mail service
[email protected] or call us on one of the Toll-Free
numbers shown on the back cover of this booklet.
Most problems can be quickly and easily fixed with a simple
e-mail or a quick chat with one of our friendly technical staff.
(Toll-Free available in the US and Australia only)
Installation Guide
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and the time in Melbourne Australia compare to your local time.
Swann Communications warrants this product against defects in workmanship and material for
a period of one (1) year from it’s original purchase date. You must present your receipt as
proof of date of purchase for warranty validation. Any unit which proves defective during the
stated period will be repaired without charge for parts or labour or replaced at the sole
discretion of Swann. The repair or replacement will be warranted for either ninety days or the
remainder of the original one year warranty period, whichever is longer. The end user is
responsible for all freight charges incurred to send the to Swann’s repair centres.
shipping from and to any country
other than the country of origin. The warranty does not cover any incidental, accidental or
consequential damages arising from the use of or the inability to use this . Any costs
associated with the fitting or removal of this product by a tradesman or other person or any
other costs associated with its use are the responsibility of the end user. This warranty applies
to the original purchaser of the only and is not transferrable to any third party.
Unauthorised end user or third party modifications to any component or evidence of misuse or
abuse of the device will render all warranties void.
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• 1 x MicroCam III Miniature Color Camera / 2.4GHz Transmitter
• 1 x MicroCam III 2.4GHz Receiver
• 1 x Antenna for MicroCam III 2.4GHz Receiver
• 1 x 9v Battery Snap for Transmitter/Camera (battery not included)
• 2 x Mains Power Adaptor (8V for use with MicroCam III and Receiver)
• A/V socket to RCA adapter Cable
• Metal Camera stand
• This Instruction Sheet
If any of these items are missing, please contact your retailer.
FCC Notice
We, Swann Communications of 10612 Shoemaker Avenue, Bldg A, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 USA, declare
under our sole responsibility that the product:
SW-P-MC3
To which this declaration relates:
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 in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CE Notice
This product complies with standards including Low Voltage Device Directive 73/23/EEC; EMC Directive
89/336/EEC and R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. It passed the subject tests by the authority concerned and is
authorized to bear CE mark.
Fixed Channel: 2450MHz Frequency band
RF Output Power: CE, FCC and C-tick compliant
Operating Power: 8V DC
Power Consumption: 100mA
Size:
Antenna: Omni-directional
Transmitting Range: Up to 328ft / 100M line of sight
Weight: 20 grams
Operating Temperature: 32° ~ 122°F /
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/” x /” x 1” / 22 x 22 x 25 mm
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3/oz /
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0° ~ 50°C
MicroCam III 2.4GHz Transmitter
Sensor: 1/3”(8.5mm) Colour CMOS
Resolution: 380 TV lines
Auto Electronic Exposure: 1/60 - 1/15000 sec.
Minimum Illumination: 3 Lux@ f1.2
Signal to Noise Ratio: >48dB
Board Lens:
View Angle: 60 degrees
Size:
Horizontal
7/ ” ~ 5.6mm
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/ x / ” ~16mm x 18mm, board lens
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Video System: PAL 50Hz (Australia, UK/Europe), NTSC 60Hz (USA and Canada)
Automatic Exposure / Gain / White balance.
MicroCam III CMOS Colour Camera
Frequency: 4 Channels in 2.4 GHz
frequency band*
Video input/output: 1V p-p @ 75 ohm
Audio input / output: 1Vp-p @ 600 ohm
Antenna: 50ohm SMA
Operating Power: 8V DC
Power Consumption: 150mA
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Size: 3½” x 2¾” x / ”
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89 x 70 x 15mm
MicroCam III 2.4GHz Receiver
Introduction
MicroCam III comes with...
Installing MicroCam III
Receiver Features
Camera Features
Important Information about this product
Troubleshooting, Hints & Tips
Technical Specifications
Help Desk / Support Details
Warranty Information
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The Swann MicroCam III incorporates the latest in advanced technology. We feel confident that you will
be pleased with the quality and features of this product.
The Swann MicroCam III allows you to transmit pictures with ease. As the radio waves it uses have a
frequency of 2.4GHz, they can be received within a radius of up to 328ft/100m in open line of sight. The
MicroCam III comes with 2 power sources (9V battery adaptor and mains adaptor) so that you have the
option of using different power methods for different locations and conditions, to ensure that you have the
best options for your situation.
Please note: The Swann MicroCam III broadcasts video in the public domain. The video signal
is not encrypted and could potentially be viewed by anyone with a similar 2.4GHz receiver
unit. Please keep this in mind when positioning and using any wireless camera equipment.
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Introduction
MicroCam III comes with ...
FCC NOTICE
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation

The MicroCam III features an omni-directional antenna which is most effective when used
in the UPRIGHT position.
1) Connect both the MicroCam III and the Receiver to their respective power adaptors.
2) Connect the Receiver to the equipment you wish to view the camera on (monitor, TV, VCR
etc) using the supplied RCA cable.
3) After connecting both the MicroCam III and the Receiver make sure the receiver is
switched to channel 3. Press the SEL button on the receiver until the LED for CH3 is lit. If
the channel LEDs flash and the receiver scans through all 4 channels, switch the
Loop/Normal selector at the back of the receiver to Normal. Obtain the best picture by
adjusting the position of the MicroCam III and Receiver unit to suit. Try slightly different
locations of either unit for optimum results.
4) If required, place the MicroCam III into the Camera Stand by first placing the cable through
the bracket and then gently push the camera in until it is correctly seated. Tighten the screw
on the stand until firm.
5) Align the antenna of the receiver toward the antenna of the MicroCam III. The antenna can
be swivelled to face in the appropriate direction by loosening the nut connecting it to the
antenna socket. Once the antenna is correctly positioned, finger tighten the nut to lock the
antenna in place.
Please note: Channels 1, 2 and 4 are not used with this camera. Accessory cameras to take
advantage of the other channels are available for separate purchase. We suggest the Night Hawk
Extra Camera (SW-P-WOCEX) which is a Wireless Weatherproof Outdoor Camera with Night
Vision or the MicroCam IV (SW-P-MC4) Indoor Color Camera. Both of these camera models have
DIP switches to allow them to use of any of the other available channels on your MicroCam III
receiver.
IMPORTANT: In accordance with privacy regulations in some countries this camera does
not have any audio transmission capability where this is prohibited by law. Please consult
your privacy regulations, or contact the relevant government department for more
information.
Poor Picture: Realign antennas until image quality improves, slightly adjust the position of the
Camera or Receiver. Change the location of the Camera, or use a different height or angle to see if
the image improves. In some cases interference may be caused by another device on a similar
frequency to the channel you are using.
Lines only - no clear picture: Check to confirm there is no microwave oven or other 2.4GHz
equipment operating close by ie; Cordless Telephones, Wireless Baby Monitors, Wireless LAN
equipment etc . Make sure the Receiver is on the correct channel (CH3).
Picture ghosting or interference: Some home appliances such as Wireless LANs, 2.4GHz
portable telephones and Microwave ovens operate on or near the 2.4GHz frequency. If you receive
interference from such an appliance, try moving the Camera or Receiver to location further away
from the appliance or in the event of interference from a Wireless LAN device, try changing the
Wireless LAN to a different channel to improve the signal quality.
No picture: check the receiver to confirm it is turned ON and make sure the A/V connection of the
Receiver is not plugged into the Audio Out socket. Make sure the Receiver is on the correct
channel. Check to ensure the camera is plugged in and has power. Check that the channel on the
receiver is the set to Channel 3.
Red haze over picture: In some cases where the sun shines into the front of the camera a faint
red glow can be seen. Move the camera to a shaded location, or fit a hood to stop sunlight entering
the camera lens directly.
Foreground is dark while background is too bright: If the camera is looking from a dark area
towards a light area in some cases the automatic exposure can find it difficult to balance the image
correctly. Change the location of the camera so that the point of greatest interest has the largest
area of the image.(if you want to see the bright area, move the camera so that almost all of the
screen shows this area. If you want to see the darker area, move the camera so that most of the
image shows this area.
Troubleshooting your MicroCam III Installing MicroCam III
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Receiver
External antenna
Audio / Video Out
To Audio and
Video IN
MicroCam III
Camera Power Adaptor
Monitor or TV
9v Battery Adaptor
DC Socket
Channel
Selector
Button
MicroCam III Stand
Loop / Normal Switch
Active
Channel
Leds
!DUE TO GOVERNMENT PRIVACY REGULATIONS RELATING TO THE USE OF
COVERT LISTENING DEVICES IN SOME COUNTRIES, THE MICROCAM III
TRANSMITTER SENDS VIDEO ONLY - IT DOES NOT HAVE AUDIO
TRANSMISSION CAPABILITY WHERE THESE RESTRICTIONS ARE IN PLACE.
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Please test all devices before final installation because transmission quality can often be
improved by moving the components slightly.
!Turn off the transmitter and receiver if the system is not in use.
!Do not touch the antennas when the system is switched on.
!Do not place the receiver behind a monitor or TV.
!To avoid the risk of damage to MicroCam III, use only the supplied power adaptors.
!Don’t place above or near a heat source which may cause the equipment to overheat.
!Microwave ovens can cause interference and diminish the quality of the signal if the
MicroCam III or Receiver are located close by.
!Beware of humid locations. Water droplets or spray may damage the units. If condensation
does occur, do not use until the equipment has dried out.
!Never paint or attach metallic labels or stickers of any kind.
!Do not use two MicroCam III systems operating at the same time in the same area. This will
result in picture interference.
!Do not cut the DC power cable of the MicroCam III to fit with another power source. This
may result in damage to the MicroCam III & any unauthorised modifications will void your
warranty.
Best Results are achieved where there is a clear “line of sight” between the MicroCam III
transmitter and Receiver.
!Try to avoid obstacles such as trees, walls, cars, trucks and buildings when maximum range is
required.
!Interference from certain electronic equipment or the moving human body can also affect the
range obtainable.
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SEL
CH2 CH4
CH1 CH3
Receiver
Power Adaptor
Receiver Features Important Information about this product
Camera Features
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IMPORTANT: Due to the power consumption requirements of this product, we highly
recommend the use of a 9 volt battery only for short term portable use.