X10 VR47A User manual

MODELVR47A OWNER'S MANUAL
Video Receiver for use with X10
Wireless Camera Systems

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900 MHz
Video Antenna
Video Out Jack
Power Supply
Jack
CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
ON-OFF Switch
FCC CAUTION
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:
(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE,AND
(2) THIS DEVICE MUSTACCEPTANYINTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used
properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturers instructions, it may cause
interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply
with the limits for remote control devices in accordance with the specifications in Sub-Parts
B and C of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection
against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by unplugging the
equipment, try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.
• Reorient the antenna of the radio/TV experiencing the interference.
• Relocate the equipment with respect to the radio/TV.
• Move the equipment away from the radio/TV.
• Plug the equipment into an outlet on a different electrical circuit from the radio/TV
experiencing the interference.
• If necessary, consult your local Dealer for additional suggestions.
NOTE: Modifications to this product will void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
INTRODUCTION
X10’s wireless cameras use 900 Megahertz wireless technology to transmit
live video through walls to a television up to 100 feet away. The Camera
converts video into wireless radio frequency (RF) signals and transmits
them to the VR47AVideo Receiver which you connect to a TV anywhere
in your home. The VR47A Receiver converts the signals back to video
signals which are fed through a cable to your TV's video input jack.And
because it’s 900 MHz, wireless routers will not cause interference. You get
a crystal clear picture. It’s also designed so that you can combine multiple
cameras to provide comprehensive coverage of your home or business. If
you purchase additional VR47As you can view your camera(s) on more
than one TV.

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1. Connect a Video cable to the VIDEO
OUT jack on the Video Receiver.
Connect the other end to your TV's
VIDEO IN jack. If your TV does not
have a Video IN jack, you will need to
purchase an RF modulator, or connect
as shown in the diagram below.
2. Plug the Video Receiver's Power
Supply jack (the power supply with NO
code wheels) into the Video Receiver
and plug the power supply into a 120
volt wall outlet.
3. Turn the Video Receiver's power switch
(on side of unit) on.
4. Position the Video Receiver in a convenient location such as on top of
the TV and orient the antenna so that the flat side points in the direction
where you set up the Camera.
FINE TUNING YOUR SYSTEM
The system usually works best with the "pip" on the Camera's antenna
facing the flat side of the Receiver's antenna (see diagram below).
Sometimes, however, reflections and other effects in the home may affect
the signal so that some adjustment of either the Camera or Receiver antenna
may be necessary to get the best signal. If you have more than one Camera,
sometimes pointing the Receiver's antenna up towards the ceiling works
best.
CONNECTING UP
CAMERA/SENDER
SOLD SEPARATELY
VIDEO RECEIVER
pip
IFYOUR TV IS ALREADY HOOKED UP TO
ASATELLITE RECEIVER (DBS), CABLE
BOX, OR OTHER A/V DEVICE, OR IF YOUR
TV DOES NOT HAVE AVIDEO IN JACK.
If a DBS Receiver or other A/V
component is connected to the TV using a
COAX cable, you can connect the Video
Receiver to the free LINE IN jack on the
component.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
If you do not see a picture on your TV:
There is a power light on the front of the Receiver. Check that the power
switch on the side of the Receiver is ON.
Check that the Camera is turned on. For single camera systems the power
supply for the Camera will normally be on (it powers up on). For Multi-
Camera systems you need to purchase a TM751 Transceiver for the remote
control to be able to turn Cameras on. When you turn any one on, in a group
of 4 on, the others in the group turn off. Groups must be 1-4, 5-8, 9-12, or
13-16. Check that all camera power supplies are set to the same Housecode
as the Transceiver and remote control.
Verify that your connections to the TV are correct. Make sure you are using
the appropriate input mode for your TV, try pressing theA-B button or Video
button on your TV's remote control to change the input mode (consult your
TV's owner's manual, if necessary).
If you connected the Receiver to a VCR and then connected the VCR to your
TV, you might need to turn the VCR OFF to see the Camera's picture on your
TV. Or you might need to turn the VCR on, AND set it to record the picture
from the Camera, in order to see the picture on your TV. Or you might need
to press the A-B button on your VCR's remote control. Consult your VCR's
owner's manual from more information.
If you get a picture but the quality is poor:
Try different positions for the antennas on the Camera and Receiver. Normally
they should point at each other. Sometimes, due to reflections, you might get
a better picture with the Receiver's antenna pointing to the ceiling.
Take a look at what the video signal is passing through or near to get to the
Receiver. Metal objects and electromagnetic fields can distort the signal. Try
to keep the Receiver as far away from other devices as the cables allow. In
most cases, relocating the Camera or Receiver a few feet is enough to avoid
the source of interference.
Try unplugging/turning off any electromagnetic interference producing
devices, such as a baby monitor, computer, wireless speakers, cordless phone,
etc. Other 900 MHz devices can distort the Camera's picture. If you are
experiencing interference between X10 Cameras and some other equipment
that uses 900 MHz,check the other device'sowner's manual forthe frequencies
of each channel that it uses. X10 cameras use 921MHz. We recommend using
a frequency on the other device that is farthest from 921MHz. Otherwise you
will need to discontinue use of the device while using the Cameras.
If the camera is out of focus:
The camera is shipped preset to be in focus for normal use, but if you want to
change the focus you can remove the clear plastic cover and rotate the inner
portion of the lens. It might be a bit tight. Try turning it counterclockwise
first. If you turn it clockwise do not force or over tighten it. For outdoor use,
replace the clear plastic cover to keep the rain out.
If you are having difficulty turning the Camera on/off remotely:
Plug the Transceiver (the white module with an antenna) intoa differentoutlet.
Note aTransceiver (sold separately)is REQUIRED forMulti-Camera systems.
It is not required if you only have one camera as the camera's power supply
powers up on when you plug it in.
If the Remote Control (sold separately) doesn't do anything.
Check that the red light on the remote comes on when you press any button.
Check that you have the batteries installed correctly, replace if necessary with
4AAAalkaline batteries. Try the Transceiver in different outlets (see above).
For more help with setup please visit: www.x10.com/support

12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY
X10.com, a division of X10 Wireless Technology, Inc.
400 Forge Way, Rockaway, NJ 07866
Web Site: www.x10.com VR47A-5/11
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