Lorex Technology SG8840 2.4 GHz Wireless Camera User Manual

Lorex Technology Inc. 2.4 GHz Wireless Camera

User Manual

2.4 GHz Wireless Color Video System with Rechargeable Lithium BatteryInstruction ManualEnglish Version 1.0Copyright (c) 2006 LOREX Technology Inc. www.lorexcctv.comMODEL:SG8840
ii CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER SERVICING TO A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNELThe lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to thepresence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitudeto constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.Turn your TV into a Wireless Security System with the Lorex 2.4 GHz Wireless Color Video System. The SG8840 system has an Integrated Rechargeable Lithium battery allowing for increased portability with up to 5 hours of battery life. Instant protection of your home or office with easy installation and operation.http://www.lorexcctv.comWireless DisclaimerThis product broadcasts over public airways and its video and audio signals may be intercepted without your consent.
iiiImportant SafeguardsImportant SafeguardsIn addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture process of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. However, safety is your responsibility too. This sheet lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of the video product and accessory equipment. Please read them carefully before operating and using your video product.Installation1. Read and Follow Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the video product is operated. Follow all operating instructions.2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.3. Heed Warnings - Comply with all warnings on the video product and in the operating instructions.4. Polarization - Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet5. .Power Sources - This video product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your location, consult your video dealer or local power company. For video products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.6. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets of extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the cord, and if its appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation, have it replaced by your service technician.7. Power-Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the video product.8. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the case are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the video equipment on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This video product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the video product manufacturer’s instructions have been followed.9. Attachments - Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause a hazard.10. Water and Moisture - Do not use this video product near water. For example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool and the like. Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark of CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not be modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electrical shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel.11. Accessories - Do not place this video equipment on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, or table. The video equipment may fall, causing serious damage to the video product. Use this video product only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
ivImportant Safeguards Service13. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this video equipment yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.14. Conditions Requiring Service - Unplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions.A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.B. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the video product.C. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.D. If the video product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation.E. If the video product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.F. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance. This indicates a need for service.15. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, have the service technician verify that the replacements used have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of replacements specified by the video product manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock or other hazards.16. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the video product is in safe operating condition.17. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The cameras provided with this system should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as instructed in this guide, using the provided mounting brackets.18. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.Use19. Cleaning - Unplug the video product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.20. Product and Cart Combination - Video and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the video product and car combination to overturn.21. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects for any kind into this video product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or “short-out” parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product.22. Lightning - For added protection for this video product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power line surges.
Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer may void users authority to operate this device.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
viCamera Features Camera Features• Turns your TV into a Video Security System• Install and Operate in less than 1 minute• Flexible - move camera from room to room• Integrated rechargeable Lithium battery powers the camera for up to 5 hours• Audio monitoring• 4 channels available for selecting optimum clear reception• 300 ft. wireless transmission (open space)*• Automatic IR illumination provides B&W video images in low light conditions**• Record picture to any standard VCR/DVR* Maximum open space transmission range. Actual range dependent upon building materials and other obstructions in path of wireless signal.**IR illumination range of 12 ft. under ideal conditions. Objects at or beyond this range may be partially or completely obscured, depending on the camera application.
7Table of ContentsTable of ContentsImportant Safeguards ............................................................................... iiiInstallation ................................................................................................. iiiService and Use ........................................................................................ivGeneral Precautions ..................................................................................vCamera Features ......................................................................................viSG8840 - Getting Started - Package Contents ......................................... 9SG8840 - Camera Features .................................................................... 10SG8840 - Receiver Features .................................................................. 11Camera Setup ......................................................................................... 12Wireless Receiver Setup ......................................................................... 13Viewing the Camera ................................................................................ 14Troubleshooting ...................................................................................... 15Camera Specifications - Appendix #1 ..................................................... 16Wireless Receiver Specifications - Appendix #2 ..................................... 17
8SG8840 Getting Started - Package ContentsSG8840 Getting Started - Package ContentsThe SG8840 system comes with the following components:CHECK YOUR PACKAGE TO CONFIRM THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED THE COMPLETE SYSTEM, INCLUDING ALL COMPONENTS SHOWN ABOVE. 2.4GHz Wireless Color Camera with Adjustable StandPower Adapter for 2.4 GHz Wireless CameraPower Adapter for Wireless ReceiverAV CableWireless Receiver AntennaWireless ReceiverWireless Receiver Stand
9SG8840 - Camera Features SG8840 - Camera FeaturesThe SG8840 Camera is a wireless device which allows you to choose from 4 channels for optimum clear receptionLensInfrared LEDsAngle AdjustBracketCAMERA - FRONTCAMERA - BACKCharge Indicator LEDPower Indicator LEDPower Input JackPower / Channel SelectLENS: CMOS imaging sensor with 510x492 total pixels. INFRARED LED: Provides illumination in low light conditions up to a range of 12 ft..MICROPHONE: Provides Listen-In AudioMOUNTING BRACKET AND ADJUST: Bracket for mounting the camera and adjusting the view angle. The Mounting bracket can be permanently mounted to a surface if desired.ANTENNA: Sends signal to ReceiverPOWER INDICATOR LED: LED indicator for Power ON/OFF. A Green LED is ON when the camera is receiving power.CHARGE INDICATOR LED:LED flashes when the camera is charging, and goes dark once the camera is at Full Charge.POWER INPUT JACK: Connect the Camera Power Adapter to this port to charge the wireless camera.POWER / CHANNEL SELECT:4 available channels on the 2,400 MHz ~ 2,483 MHz rangeMicrophoneAntenna
10SG8840 - Receiver FeaturesSG8840 - Receiver Features The SG8840 Wireless Receiver is a device which allows you to receive data from a selection of 4 channels for optimum clear receptionChannel SelectCurrentChannel LEDAntenna (back)BracketAUTO / MANUAL SwitchingAntenna SocketPower Input JackA/V Connection SocketRECEIVER - FRONTRECEIVER - BACKANTENNA: Receiving antenna for wireless transmissionCHANNEL SELECT: Channel selection button. Press to change between CH1 - CH4Note: The Channel selection must be set to correspond between the camera and receiver.CURRENT CHANNEL LED: Indicates the current receiving channelBRACKET: Holds the wireless receiverAUTO / MANUAL Switching: Manually sequence through available Channels using the CHANNEL SELECT button / AUTO sequence through all channels.ANTENNA SOCKET: Connection socket for the Receiver Antenna.POWER INPUT JACK: Connection for the Receiver Power Adapter.A/V CONNECTION SOCKET: Connection socket for the A/V Cable. Connect the black end of the cable to this socket.
11Camera Setup Camera Setup1. Adjust the camera height and position using the angle adjustment thumbscrew on the base. The camera can be permanently attached to a surface using the provided screws (3 attachment screws), or it can simply be placed to stand on any flat surface.2. Confirm that the camera power is in the OFF position. Connect the Power Adapter to the camera and to a wall outlet. • Connect the 5V camera power supply adapter to the camera, and connect to a wall outlet.Note: Confirm that the Power adapter used is labelled ‘Camera’• The camera should be charged for approximately 2 hours prior to use (the Camera Charge LED will light up indicating a charge is in progress), however the camera can be used immediately when connected to a wall outlet. The 2 hour charge time is for the Lithium Battery to reach full charge.• Once the camera has reached Full Charge, the LED indicator will turn off.3. Turn ON the camera by changing the power switch from OFF to Channel 1. • A green Power LED will light up indicating the camera is ON.
12Wireless Receiver SetupWireless Receiver Setup1. Mount the WIRELESS RECEIVER on the STAND.2. Connect the ANTENNA to the WIRELESS RECEIVER. 3. Confirm that the Wireless Receiver is in the OFFposition. • Connect the 8V power supply adapter to the Receiver, and connect to a wall outlet.NOTE: Confirm that the power supply is labelled as the ‘Receiver Power Adapter’• Power ON the receiver by setting the power switch to ON.4. Connect the WIRELESS RECEIVER to a MONITOR / TV using the provided AV Cable• Connect the BLACK end of the cable to the WIRELESS RECEIVER• Connect the YELLOW plug to the VIDEO port on the MONITOR / TV• Connect the RED plug to the AUDIO port on the MONITOR / TV
13Viewing the Camera Viewing the CameraVideo can be viewed immediately (with the AC Adapter connected to the Wireless Camera), however if portable use is desired, the camera Lithium Battery must be charged for 2 hours. 1. Power up the Receiver and the Camera.2. Set the Camera to CH1 (the Wireless Receiver is set to CH1 by default). 3. Set the MONITOR / TV to VIDEO MODE (or AUX MODE / TV/VIDEO / GAME MODE etc.). See your specific MONITOR or TV Manual for further instructions)Please ensure that the CAMERA and RECEIVER are set to the same channel!IMPORTANT: You may find some static on the picture at a selected channel setting. For optimum viewing reception, you may need to change the channels on BOTH the Camera and Receiver to a different channel (between CH1-CH4). BOTH the Camera and Receiver must be set to a matching channel. If Static persists on your image, try adjusting the Antenna on the Wireless Receiver and Camera.
14TroubleshootingTroubleshootingProblem: There is no displayed image or sound on the MONITOR/TV.Solution: • Does the camera have a full charge? Try connecting the Power Adaptor to the camera• Check the LED Power indicators on both the Camera and the Receiver. Try unplugging and reconnecting the power cable to the Wireless Receiver.• Check the A/V Cable connection at the Wireless Receiver and the MONITOR/TVProblem: I only see TV programs and not video from my cameraSolution:• Ensure that the TV is set to AV/Video ModeProblem: The displayed image is fuzzy and the sound is not clear.Solution: • Confirm that the camera and receiver are using the same channel (Ch1-4)• Try changing the distance between receiver and camera. Move the camera• Check for possible interference (thick walls, devices, etc.)• Adjust the receiver antenna• Try setting both the receiver and camera to a different channel (between CH1-Ch4)Problem: The image is ‘ghosting’ but the sound is fineSolution:• Possible interference with other wireless devices - try a different channelProblem: Image is in black and white, but the sound is normalSolution:• The Hardware is incompatible with your existing Monitor / TV. Try the SG8840 on a different TV/Monitor
15Camera Specifications - Appendix #1 Camera Specifications - Appendix #1Imaging Sensor 1/3” CMOSCMOS Total Pixels 510 x 492 (NTSC)View Angle 62°Minimum Illumination 1.5 Lux / F1.5Transmission Frequency ISM 2,4000 MHz - 2,483 MHz (4CH)Transmission Power <2 mW (milliwatt)Modulation Type FMBandwidth 18 MHzPower Supply + 5V (DC) , 700 mABattery Type / Capacity Lithium Battery / 500 mAhCharge Time 2 hr.Working Time Up to 5 hours (less time in IR Mode)Unobstructed Effective Range328 ft. / 100 metersNight Vision Range Up to 12 ft. / 3.7 metersCamera Dimensions (W x D x H) 3.5” x 1.25” x 1.25”10cm x 3cm x 3cmStand Dimensions (W x D x H)1.5” x 1.5” x 2”4cm x 4cm x 5cmWeight 4.3 oz / 120 g (not including stand)Operating Temperature Range14° F ~ 122° F -10° C ~ 50° C
16Wireless Receiver Specifications - Appendix #2Wireless Receiver Specifications - Appendix #2* 4 available channels for optimal signal** Maximum open space transmission range. Actual range dependent upon building materials and other obstructions in path of wireless signal.As our products are subject to continuous improvement, LOREX Technology Inc. and its subsidiaries reserve the right to modify product design, specifications and prices, without notice and without incurring any obligation.E&OEReceiving Frequency CH1:2414MHz,CH2: 2432MHz,CH3: 2450MHz,CH4: 2468MHzIntermediate Frequency 480 MHzDemodulation Type FMAntenna 50 OHM SMAReceiving Sensitivity -85 dBmVideo Output Level 1 Vp-p @ 75 OHM, S/N > 38DBAudio Output Level 1 Vp-p @ 600 OHMPower Supply 8V (DC)Consumption Current 180 mAUnobstructed Effective RangeUp to 328 ft. / 100 meters**Receiver Dimensions (W x D x H)4” x 0.75” x 3.25”10 cm x 2 cm x 8.5 cmWeight 4.3 oz / 120 gStorage Temperature -22 F to 185 F / -30 C - 85 COperating Temperature 14 F to 122 F /- 10 C to 50 COperating Humidity 85% RH
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