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FROM: ACTWELLTECHNOLOGYINC. FARNO. : 00886 2 22787363 SEP. 17 200403:OOPMP.I 2 Safety and battery use
. Read and follow any warnings in this manual. Read the regulatory compliancenotice on page 22. When not in use, remeNe any batteries and store them in a cool dry place. Do not use the carnen in temperatUres below -10 or exceeding 55 degrees Celsjus Don't dispose of used baueriC$ with household waste. Return the batteries to your dealer or to a special disposal service. Any servicing must only be dooe by qualified personnel. Do not set up or us~ the receiver or camera in a w~t or damp environment. Save these instrUctions far future reference. About this manual is designed to assist users with setting up and operating #ACT-2O2TX Thi~ manual I#ACT-204RX 2.4Gb2 wireless security cumcra system. Information in this document has been carefully checked'for accuracy; however, no guarantee is given as to the correcme~ of the contentS. The information contained in Ibis document is subject to change without notice. ii FROM . ACTWELLTECHNOLOGYINC. FAR NO. 008862 22787363 SfP. 17 200403:01PMP. 3
:I.-GETTINGSTARTED CHECICINGTHEPACKINGLIST lDENTIF'YINGPARfS Camero Rec2iver
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Connecling the AC adopter to the camera Connecring the baLler}'to the camera MOUN!INGOPTToNS Ceiling insJal/aiion Wallinstal/anon Hidden illstallauon ADJUSTINGTHE CA1vmRAANGLE 3--0 PERA TI ON
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FROM: ACTWELLTECHNOLOGYINC. FARNO. : 00886 2 22787363 SEP. 17 200403:01PMP.14 i-Getting started Congratulations on your purchase of the remote camera. Use this camerato monitor location!>wirelessly, as a stand-alene solution or integrated into an existing alarm system. Checking the packing list Carefully unpack the projector and check th3Xthe following items are included:
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FROM: ACTWELLTECHNOLOGYINC. FARNO. : 00886 2 22787363 2-5etting up This section explains the mounting options and setup of the wireless camera system. However. before installing the camera. check that all the parts are working as descn"bed below pre-setup testing Por the pre-setUp test do the following:
. Connect the A/V cable from the receiver to the monitor.Ensure the monitor is set for video playback. Connectthe AC adapters. Match the channelson the receiver and camera. Check that video and sound are available on the monitor. SEP. 17 200403:02PMp.17 I
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. If somefunctions do Dotwork, check the correspondingsection in this manual before installing the camera. Making connections The receiver is designed to connect to different devices such as a TV,VCR. or digital video r~rder
(DVR). ReceiVJ'r setup
. Connect the AV cable to a TV monitor, VCR. DVR, or computer(need
. Conne<;tthe AC adapter to a power outlet. an AN graber:). s
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.. Connecting the AC adaDter to the camera Use only the supplied AC adapter.
(:.pnnectlnathe batteN to the camera Use a 9V battery.
FROM: ACTWELL1ECHNOLOGYINC. FARNO. : 00886 2 22787363 SEP. 17 200403:03PMP.10 2-SETI1NG UP Mounting options Using the supplied accessories,the camera can be mOUDted011a oeiling or wall. It can also be mounted in a hidden location such as in a container or behind a partition. Impor:tant:
The dome cover holds the camera housing together. When yoo remove the dome cOVet,take care that the camera Musing doeg not separate. CeiUnn installation Before choosing a JocabOll for the ceiling installation. consider the following:
tiles need to be removed for the installation. You may need to install the camera ftom above, in which case two adjacent
. You mU&1hold the camera in position from above the ceilingtile while
. Yau may need to adjust the camera angle before replacing the adjacent screwing the dome cover on, tile. Yau need a power source for 'the camera. Refer to the following for the ceiling installation. 1. 2. 3. Remove the dome cover from the camera. Cut a 27-mm diameter hole in a ceilins tile with a circle cutter.
(Use a spade bit to drill a hole in a wood panel.) Put the camerain ttom thetop.
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FROM: ACTWELLTECHNOLOGYINC. FAXNO. : 008862 22787363 SEP. 17 200403:03PMP.ll MOUNTING omONS 4. 5. 6. Use foam spacers to ensure the dome cover screws on securely.A thinner ceiling tile may require more than one foam ring; a thicker ceiJjng tile may require none at all. Adjust the camera angle. (See U Adjusting the camera angle" on page 13 ) Screw the dome cover onto the c.aroera. Wall instaUation Before choosing a location for the wall installation, consider the following:
. Yau need a power source for the camera. Check that the cable length on the
. supplied AC adapter is long enough to reach your power source before driUing holes. Does the location you choose to install the camer&.allow easy access to the camera? The camera dome must be removed and the camera taken out of the wall brackct to connect to DC IN. 1. 2. The wall bracket is designed so that cables cannot be unplugged from the camera once installed. However, ccmsider fixing a block of wood behind the bracket so there is.moce space between the jacks and the wall. if you need to access the DC IN jacks often, Remove the dome cover from the camera. Put the wall moWlt ring on the cameC3. The wall mount ring and camera are keyed to connect only oneway. 8 FROM: ACTWELLTECHNOLOGYINC. FARNO. : 00886 2 22787363 SEP. 17 200403:03PMP.12 2-SETrING UP
<:f!!t 3. 4. s. Replacethe dome cover. Plug the AC adapter into the camera. (See page b for using a battery to power the caJ.D~.) Align the mounting bracket on dIe surface and mark the three holes wid! a sharpened pencil. q FROM: ACTWELLTECHNOLOGYINC. FARNO. : 00886 2 22787363 SEP. 17 200403:03PMP.13 MOUNrJNG OPTIONS 0..
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7. 8. 9. 10. For soft materials such as wood skip to step 9. For concrete, brick. or stone surfaces, drill holes 23 mm deep with a 6.mm bit. Put the wall plugs into the holes. Screwthe mountingbracket to the wall Slidethe mountingring into the mounting bracket until it clicks into place To removethe wall mount:
1. 2. 3. Remove the dome cover and take the camera out of the mounting nng. To remove the mounting ring, press the catch on the wall bracket with a flat-npped screwdriver and push the mounting ring upward Remove the three screws to remove the wall mount 10 FROM: ACTWELLTECHNOLOGYINC. FARNO. : 00886 2 22787363 SEP. 172004 03:04PMP.14 2-SRT!lNG UP H-ldden installation The camera can be concealed in a variety of locations such as behind a thin partition or inside a suitcase. Note:
Drill a 6.3mm diameter hole in the sw:face you want to mount the camera behind. To prevem the camera view from being obgcured, the surface that the camera is behind must not exceed 3 mm in thickness. The Cocus on the camera is factory adjusted to allow for viewing through the dome cover. When used without the focus accordingly. the dome cover, you must readjust Refer to the following to mount the camera in a hidden location. 1. Remove the dome cover.
2. Adjust the focug by turning the lens. 3. Scr~ the hidden mount onto the camera. 11 FROM: ACTWELLTECHNOLOGYINC. FARNO. : 00886 2 22787363 SEP. 17 2004 03:04PM P.15
---t.,. 4. Removethe backing paper from one MOUNTING OPTIONS side of the adhesive pad.
--rIG... ~... D s. 6. 7. Align the holes and press the adhesive pad onto the mounting ring. Remove the backing paper from the other side of the adhesive pad. Align the holes and press the camera to the surface. 12.. FROM: ACTWELLTECHNOLOGYINC. FARNO. : 00886 2 22787363 SEP. 17 200403:04PMP.16 2-SETTING UP
.. Adjusting the camera angle The camera can on1y be tilted in one direction 90 degrees and rotated 360 degrees. Adjust the camera gently. If it does not move easily, move it in the other direction. Note:
The focus on the camera is factDrYadjusted to allow for viewing through the dome coVet'. Only adjust the focus when using the camcn without the dome COVcI". 13 FROM: ACTWELLTECHNOLOGYINC. FAR NO.
: 008862 22787363 SEP. 17200403:05PMP.17 3-Operation The chapter describes the operation of the remote camera. Operating restrictions
. camera to dry before operating. On1yuse 9V batteries with the adapter. Avoid using the camera in humid locations. If conden5ation occurs, allow the
. Proximity to microwave ovens can cause interference and reduce the quality of the audio and video signals Do not USein tempera1ures below -10 degrees Celsius or above 55 degrees Celsius. Using two cameras in the same vicinity may result in sound and pic.ture interference. IIJ-
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: 008862 22787363 SEP. 17 200403:05PMP.IS 3-<>PBR.AnON Matching channels A camera and receiver together fonn a camera/receiverpair. Set a paired camera and rece.ver to the same channel. If you are using two or morc cameralreceivcrpairs be sure that each pair is set to differentchannels or there will be interference. Up to four cameras can be used with one receiver. Each camera must be set to a differentchannel. Video from each camera can then be viewed in turn by changingthe channelon the receiver.
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Standard always-on operation Standard operation aJlowscontinuous audio and video signals from the camera to the receiver. The video is monitored on a .!cr~ but not recorded. Audio is monitored through the AV device that is connected to the receiver. (Or through the receiver speakerwhen the audio terminatoris used.) 16
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: 008862 22787363 SEP. 17200403:O5PMP.19 Appendix This appendix describes cleaning and troubleAhootiogproudures. Also covered are technical specifications.FCC compliance.and wamnty iDf'onnation. Cleaning The lens can be wiped with a soft opticaJ cleaning cloth. The dome cover can be cleanedwi1hglass cleaner. .... --
-.. Troubleshooting There is no picture on the 'creeD. 1. Make sure power cables are plugged in properly and that the outlets have power. 2. Ensure the battery on the camerais fresh 3. Make sure that the receiver is pluggedin. 4. Check that the AV cables are properly connected. S. Ifusing a television,make sure that the correct video channelis selected. 6. Make sure that the camera.andthe receiverare on the same frequency channel. 7. Ensure that the receiver is within the U:msmittiJ:1g range of 30Ometers(iDL-O-S).
\b FROM: ACTWELLTECHNOLOGYINC. FARNO. : 00886 2 22787363 SEP. 17 200403:05PMP.20 APPENDIX The picture quality is poor. 1. Ensure the batteJy on the camera is fresh. 2. Make sure'thennO1hingis obstroctingthe camera. .. Don't use the camera near a microwaveoven. 4. Make sure there is sufficienttight. S. Don't u more than one camera in the same vicinity. Tben: is .. picture but no soliDd. 1. Check the volume OIlthe receiver and the &udi<) device. 2. Ensure the battefy on the camera is fresh. 3. Check that the audio cable is properly p1uggedin to the rcceiver and the audio device. 4. Check that the audio terminator(if used) is securely plugged in. 1. Ensure the battery 011the camera is fresh. 2. Check that the video cable is properly connectedto the receiver and the monitor. 3. Check the brightness on the display. 1. Make cemin the sensor cable is plugged in and that the connectionto the scm.soris secure. 2. Check to see me NC NO swi1Chis in the intended 3. 4. position. If using the reed switch,make surethe contacts are close enough for the switch to operate properly Ifusing a differentsensor, follO\"1the manufaCtUrer'stroubleshootingsteps. Ma.b; sure there is no microwave operatingnearby. Relocate the recciverto avoid obstacles such as trees or buildings. 1. Make certa1nthe RlC cable is plugged in and that the connection to tbescnsor is secure. 2. Check to see the NC NO switch i in the intended position. There is sound but DOpicture. The alarm does not turn ofTor on.
(tor ACT-103TX) Lines appear on the screen. The picture is ghosting. The R/C cable does not initiate recording.
(for .ACT-203TX) i'T FROM: ACTWELLTECHNOLOGYINC. FAXNO. : 008862 22787363 SEP. 17 2004 03:06PM P.21 TEcHNICAL SPaCJFICATlONS Technical Specifications Camera Ideo input fonnat:
Frequency:
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Pixel RF output power:
Antenna:
AN modldemod. method:
Power supply:
CUtreIJtconsumption;
Le:ns:
Microphone:
Dimensions:
Weight Operating temperature:
Auto electronic exposure time:
Minimum illumination:
SIN ratio:
FPN:
White balance:
Transmitter output power:
Receiver Frequency:
Channel:
Antennas:
AfV mod/demod. method:
Vldoo output:
NTSC or PAL'-(;;Ari~ble 2.4 - 2.4835 GH2 4 selectable channels NTSC: 510Hx492v, FCC. EC-R&TIE compliant Omni-directional antenna PM DC QV-9V 300mA PAL: 62SHx582V
<=IOOmA 5.6mm fixe4 12.0 board (view angel 60 degrees) Built-in highly sensitive miuophon~
30 (diameter) x 70mm (J,25x 2.75 inches) 45g
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Alldio bandw.idth:
Power supply:
Current consumption:
Dimensions (LxWxH):
Weight:
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iAIV output RCAjack:
O.8V/600ohm 50 -17000 Hz DC 6V-7.5V 300mA
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- IO'C- 5S'C Video:yellowjack Audio: red jack Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits foc a class B digif&1device, pursuant to Part IS of the FCC Rul~. These limits ate designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential UutaUatioa. This equipment generates, uses. and can radiate radio ftequency energy and. if not installed and \1S~din accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular instAllation.If this equipment does cause hannful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on. the user is encouragedto try to correct the intcrfcren~ by one oc more off the followingmeasures:
Increasethe separationbetweenthe equipmentandreceiver. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Consult the dealer Of"an experienced radiolTV teclmician for hdp. COJ'IDectthe equipment the receiver is connected. into an oUtlet on a circuit differem from that to which
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WARRANTY
. Unauthorized changes or modifications authority to operate the equipment of this device could void the user.. Operation is subject to the following tWo conclitions:
(1) This device may nOt cause ha.nnfu) interference:
(2) This dO'Vicemust accept any interference received, cause undesired operation. including interference that may
",\ Warranty
'.c; The warrant is for ant':year from the date ofpurchase. Please retain the salt':sreceipt as
'-< proof of pun:hase, During the one-year warranty period. the product is eligible fer replacement in case of defects in material and workmanship. In such cases. the defective unit will be repaired or replaced by the manufactUreror an authorized distribUtor.However. this warranty does not cover d.amagescaused by improperuse or from Wliuthorized modificatiOllby third parties. In addition, this wammty does Dot cover expendablematerials and defects.which constitute as DOnna!wear and tear.
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