Installing the camera
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Siemens Building Technologies
Fire Safety & Security Products
01.2009
6 Installing
the
camera
6.1
Precautions
SD memory card
Please install the SD memory card before switching on the camera as the system cannot detect the
insertion of an SD card during operation.
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There is a limit to the number of rewrites that is possible with the SD memory
card. Replacing the SD memory card when performing periodic maintenance of
the camera is recommended.
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The camera supports the following SD memory cards. Do not use memory cards
with other specifications. SD memory card: 64, 128, 256, and 512 MB, 1 and 2
GB SD memory cards (3.3 V) supported.
Physical interface: Part 1. Physical Layer Specification; Version 1.01
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Images may not be recorded or read correctly if an unsupported SD memory
card is used with the camera.
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Carefully read the manual, precautions on use, and any other information
supplied with a purchased memory card.
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An SD memory card can be used for the loop recording of images. The life-span
(number of rewrites possible) of an SD memory card is greatly affected by the
capacity of the SD memory card. The use of a 128, 256, or 512 MB, 1 or 2 GB
large-capacity SD memory card is recommended for loop recording.
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Do not use a memory card containing the data recorded by another device with
the camera as this may result in the camera not functioning correctly.
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Do not modify, overwrite the data, or change the folder name of an SD memory
card. It may result in the camera not functioning correctly.
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Data recorded with the camera do not comply with the image file format Exit and
the DCF standard. If the SD memory card is to be removed to play images, use
a personal computer to play the images. Other devices may not be capable of
doing so.
Power adaptor
CAUTION
Be sure to use only a suitable power adapter. Using a wrong power adapter
may cause the camera to malfunction, heat up, or catch fire. Before using the
power adapter, carefully read and observe the Important Safety Instructions and
the notes below.
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Do not allow the connectors on the power adapter to come into contact with any
other metal object as this may result in short circuit.
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To connect the power adapter, firmly insert the plug end of the cable into the
power terminal. Do not insert the plug into other jacks as this may cause a
malfunction.
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When removing the connection cable, disconnect the cable by holding its plug.
Do not disconnect the cable by pulling on the cable.
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Do not drop the power adapter or subject it to strong impact.
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Do not use the power adapter in hot and humid places.
