Lens Adjustment
Cable Notch
Camera Base
To Camera:
To Monitor/DVR:
Male Power
BNC
Female Power
Use the included flat-head
screwdriver to adjust the Focus
and Zoom control screws on the
camera if necessary.
NOTE:
Have a second person
verify the camera image when
you adjust the focus and zoom.
Zoom
Focus
Attach the included BNC to RCA adapter to connect the extension
cable to RCA inputs (i.e. for a TV connection).
BNC to RCA Adapter (Optional)
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 wall / ceiling when mounted.
To install the camera:
1. Use the included Allen key to loosen the dome cover from
the camera base.
2. Rotate the camera base counterclockwise to separate it
from the ball camera and dome cover.
3. Use the camera base to drill holes for the cables and
mounting screws. Connect the video and power cable as
shown in the next section ‘Connecting the Camera‘.
NOTE:
Insert the included drywall anchors if installing the
camera in drywall.
4. Feed the BNC / power cable through the camera base.
Connect the video and power cable as shown in
‘Connecting the Camera‘.
5. Mount the camera base to the wall or ceiling using the
included screws.
6. Position the dome cover over the camera and screw it
clockwise halfway onto the camera base.
7. Move the ball camera to the desired position. While
holding the ball camera firmly in place, screw the dome
cover the rest of the way to secure it to the camera
base. Holding the camera prevents it from moving while
installing the dome cover.
8. Use the included Allen key to tighten the dome cover.
Installing the Camera
Connecting the Camera
Cable Extension Options
Extend the cable run for your camera up to 300ft or more depending on
the cable type used. See table below:
Option
Cable Type
Max Cable
Run Distance
Max # of
Extensions
1
Regular BNC
(sold seperately)
180ft / 55m
3
2
‘RG59’ or ‘Coax’ or ‘Coaxial BNC’
(sold seperately)
300ft / 92m
5
3
Lorex Universal Cable
(sold seperately)
300ft / 92m
3
Notes:
1. For optimal performance, consider using option 2 or 3. It is best to use the same cable
type for the entire distance.
2. Cable run recommendation based on typical camera power consumption (up to
500mA). For specialty cameras with higher current consumption, maximum cable run
may be reduced. Consider providing power to the camera at the camera side, rather
then at the end of the extension cable.
3. Indicators that your cable run may be too long:
• Video is permanently black & white (even during day time)
• Video is distorted
Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
No picture / signal • Ensure your TV is on the correct input channel.
Common terms of an input channel: INPUT, AV
CHANNEL, LINE1, LINE2, AUX.
• Ensure your DVR is properly connected to your TV /
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).
• Move your camera to a different location.
Picture is too dark • Check the brightness and contrast settings of the
device your camera connects to (TV / Monitor / DVR).
Night vision is not
working
• The night vision activates when light levels drop. The
area may have too much light.
Picture is not
clear
• Adjust the Zoom and Focus screws on the camera. See
‘Lens Adjustment’ for details.
• Check the camera lens for dirt, dust, spiderwebs.
Clean the lens with a soft, clean cloth. Use water only
as chemical cleaners may damage the camera.
• 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 at a
window. Move the camera to a different location.
• Ensure your camera isn’t pointed directly at a source of
light (e.g. spotlight).
BNC does not
connect to my TV.
• Use a BNC to RCA adapter at the end of the extension
cable.
ATTENTION
- Test the camera prior to selecting a permanent mounting
location by temporarily connecting the camera(s) and cables to the DVR.
Weatherproofing Plugs
10.
Insert rubber weatherproofing plugs (2x) firmly
into the ZOOM and FOCUS screw holes to ensure a
weatherproof seal.
9. Adjust the Zoom and Focus screws with the included flat-
head screwdriver as needed (see ‘Lens Adjustment’ for
details).
DVR/TV
Power Adapter
Power
Power
Camera
Video Input
Extension Cable
BNC
Setup Diagram
Ensure that both the
ZOOM and FOCUS
screw holes are covered.
1.
Connect the BNC and
power connectors to the
camera.
2.
Connect the BNC connector
to the video input of a DVR.
3.
Connect the camera to the
power adapter. See ‘Setup
Diagram’ for details.
Flat-head Screwdriver
