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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 / 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.  Use the included Allen key to loosen the screw on the 

dome cover. 

 

 

  

 

2.  Rotate the camera base counterclockwise to separate it 

from the ball camera and dome cover.

3.  Feed the BNC / power 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 video and power cable as shown in the 

next section ‘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 screw on 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

• 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 screwholes 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). 

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

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