Connecting the Cameras
Individual Power Adapter*
Multi-Camera Power Adapter*
Connecting the Cameras
* Images for representation only
Mounting Surface
Ball Camera
Dome Cover
Drywall Anchors (
×
3)
Mounting
Screws (
×
3)
Camera Base
Installing the Camera
Extend the cable run for your camera depending on the cable type used.
Additional extension cables sold separately. See table below:
Connect the male power head
and the BNC connector to the
camera.
Connect the BNC connector
to a video input on your DVR.
Connecting the Camera
LAE221_QSG_EN_R1
Power Adapter Types
A multi-camera power adapter that provides power to multiple cameras
or individual power adapters may be provided, depending on product
configuration.
Problem
Solution
No picture / signal
• The cameras are only compatible with
certain Lorex HD DVRs. For the full list of
compatible recorders, visit
lorex.com/compatibility
.
• Ensure your TV or monitor is on the
correct input channel. Common terms
for input channels: INPUT, AV CHANNEL,
LINE1, LINE2, AUX.
• Ensure your DVR is properly connected
to your TV or monitor.
• Ensure connections are properly
connected.
• Ensure the camera power supply is
plugged in.
Picture is too bright
• Ensure your camera isn’t pointed directly
at a source of light (e.g., sun or spot
light).
• Check the brightness settings of the
DVR and monitor.
• Move your camera to a different location.
Picture is too dark
• Check the brightness and contrast
settings of the DVR and monitor.
Night vision is not
working
• The night vision activates when light
levels drop. The area may have too much
light.
Picture is not clear
• Check the camera lens for dirt, dust,
spiderwebs. Clean the lens with a soft,
clean cloth.
• Make sure that the cable run is within
the limitations specified in the section
‘Cable Extension Options’.
Bright spot in video
when viewing camera
at night
• Night vision reflects when pointing a
camera through a window. Move the
camera to a different location.
Troubleshooting
ATTENTION:
• Test your camera prior to selecting a permanent mounting location by
temporarily connecting the camera and cable to your DVR.
• The camera base comes detached from the dome cover, follow the
installation steps below before attaching the dome cover to the
camera base.
Before Installing the Camera
• Decide whether to run the cables through the
wall / ceiling (drilling required) or along the wall
/ ceiling.
• If you run the cables along the wall / ceiling,
you must run the cable through the
cable
notch
on the base. This will keep the camera
base flush to the surface when mounted.
ATTENTION:
This camera includes an Auto Mechanical IR Cut Filter. When the camera
changes between Day/Night viewing modes, an audible clicking noise may
be heard from the camera. This clicking is normal, and indicates that the
camera filter is working.
Connect the female power
head to the included power
adapter.
Camera
DVR
Male Power
Female Power
Setup Diagram
BNC Video
12V DC Power
Camera
Extension Cable
Power Adapter
HD DVR
Cable Extension Options
Option
Cable Type
Max Cable Run
Distance
1
Lorex model MCBL-60BNC4 BNC Cable
(included with camera)
60ft (18m)
2
‘RG59’ or ‘Coax’ or ‘Coaxial BNC’ Siamese
(Video and Power)
200ft (60m)
3
‘RG59’ or ‘Coax’ or ‘Coaxial BNC’ (Video
Only)
2
500ft (150m)
Notes:
1. The extension cable must be a single stretch of cable between the
DVR and camera. You cannot connect multiple extension cables to
each other.
2. For cable runs above
200ft (60m), you must connect the power
adapter directly to the camera, rather than at the end of the
extension cable.
3. Baluns are not supported for LAE221.
4. Indicators that your cable run may be too long:
• Video is permanently black & white (even during day time)
• Video is unclear, soft, or distorted
5. For more information on extension cables, visit
lorex.com
.
Cable Notch
To install your camera:
1. Set the camera base in the desired mounting position and mark
holes for screws through the camera base.
2. Drill the holes. Insert the included drywall anchors if you are
mounting the camera onto drywall.
3. Feed the cable through the camera base. If you are running the
cables against a wall or ceiling, make sure to pass the cable
through the cable notch as shown above.
4. Connect the cables as shown in the section ‘Connecting the
Camera’.
5. Mount the camera base to the mounting surface using the included
screws and optional drywall anchors.
6. Place the dome cover over the ball camera and angle the ball
camera to the desired position.
7. While holding the ball camera in place, firmly push the dome cover
onto the camera base until it
clicks
in place.
8. If necessary, reposition the ball camera by firmly pushing the ball
camera to the desired angle.
NOTE:
If necessary, use a flat head screwdriver to detach the dome
cover from the camera base.
