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Cable Notch

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)

To Camera:

To Monitor/DVR:

Male Power

BNC

Connect the BNC and power 

connectors to the camera

Female Power

Connect the BNC connector to 

the video input of the monitor /

DVR, and connect the included 

power connector to a power 

adapter. See Setup Diagram 

below for details.

Setup Diagram

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.

1.  Twist the ring to tighten/ 

loosen the stand connection 

and adjust the camera’s 

horizontal position.

2.  Loosen the screw near the stand 

and adjust the camera’s vertical 

position.

3.  If needed, loosen the screw near 

the camera and twist the camera 

head on the mounting stand.

Before installing the camera:

• 

Decide whether to run the 

cables through the wall / 

ceiling (drilling required) 

or along the wall / celing.

• 

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.  Set the camera in the desired mounting 

position and mark holes for the screws.

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

(supplied with camera)

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

ATTENTION

 - Test all connections and ensure the camera is working 

correctly prior to permanent installation by temporarily connecting the 

camera(s) and cable(s) to the viewing / recording solution.

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.

• 

If your camera is connected to a  

VCR / DVR, ensure it 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).

• 

Slide the sunshade (bullet cameras featuring 

adjustable sunshades only) forward to block 

excess light.

• 

Move your camera to a different location.

Picture is too dark

• 

If using during the day, the camera may not 

be getting enough light. Slide the sunshade 

(bullet cameras featuring adjustable 

sunshades only) backwards to let in more light.

• 

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

• 

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 

at a window. Move the camera to a different 

location.

BNC connection does 

not connect to my TV.

• 

Use a BNC to RCA adapter at the end of the 

extension cable.

Troubleshooting

2.  Drill the holes for the mounting screws.

3.  Connect the video and power cables as 

shown in the next section ‘Connecting The 

Camera‘.

4.  Feed the cable through the cable notch (if 

running the cables along the wall / ceiling) or 

through the mounting surface (if running the 

cables through the wall / ceiling).

5.  Mount the camera stand to the desired surface 

using the provided screws. Make sure all three 

screws are fastened tightly at the connection 

points.

6.  Set the position and angle of the camera using 

the provided Allen key.

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