General Installation Information

The Camera

All cameras have the leads and connectors on them. They may be RCA or BNC. If you have more than 1 camera,
you will need cable for each camera.

The Power Supply

For each camera in a system, a 24VAC-20VARegulated power supply will suffice unless the camera calls for a
larger power supply, some are dual. For a larger 3 or 4 camera system, a Regulated central power supply will
allow all the cameras to be connected into one unit.

The Cables

Select the cable length necessary to do the installation. Most cables are power and video ONLY. If you have PTZ
capabilities, purchase a cable that has power, video, and Data, like the Power, Video, Data.
 The Monitor or your own TV with AV inputs

You may also connect to a DVR, which you can connect through VGA or a Composite (RCA/BNC)

Additional Equipment Needed for Multiple Cameras

A (DVR) Digital Video Recorder

(DVR) Digital Video Recorders are now the standard for CCTV security systems as they
have all the necessary equipment right on board, with excellent picture quality and no
picture degradation, these units boast internet capabilities, long recording time and plug
'N' play operation.

HOW-TO..

The Power Supply plugs into camera lead wire (or cable depending upon
how it is set up)
 The video lead wire plugs into the cable.

The Cable is installed from the camera the RG59 (video) lead goes to the
monitor or TV.

or to record the images captured by the cameras a (DVR) Digital Video Recorder

The Cable then plugs into the rear of the Monitor through a Female BNC
connector mainly for CCTV monitors or RCA connector to your TV depending on the
model of TV you have.

HOW-TO for Multiple Cameras

The Power supplies plug into the cameras lead wires (or cables depending
upon how it is set up) There may be a single power supply or multiple depending upon
how you set up the system. Up to 4 power supplies, or one Regulated Central Power
supply will be used.

The Cameras lead wire plugs into the cable. Each camera
will have its own lead wire. In this example up to 4 cables.

The cables will plug into the rear of the (DVR) Digital Video Recorder
 The additional cable from the DVR plugs into the Monitor or TV depending upon the
model TV you have.

More Installation Tips

A. Camera Power

1. Use only regulated power supplies, the tolerance should be within 5% of the
required voltage

2. Ensure at least 40% spare capacity per power supply to prevent overheating and
voltage loss

3. Use power cable of a suitable thickness

4. Beware of voltage drops over long distance runs

5. Beware of polarity when connecting the power supply to a camera

6. Ensure proper cooling or ventilation for power supplies

7. Avoid operation of CCTV equipment on the same power circuit as elevators,

compressors, generators or any large motors

B. Cabling

1. Avoid running video cable parallel to AC power cables, especially those carrying
high current

2. RG59U Coax runs should not exceed 200m for color and 300m for B/W

3. Avoid sharp bends when cabling

 4. Avoid cable joins and using BNC barrels

5. Avoid over-tightening cable-ties

6. Ensure use of proper co-ax wire-stripping and crimping tools

7. Ensure BNC Connectors are properly crimped

8. Use Rubber BNC Boots after crimping to protect crimped area and bend radius

9. Mark or label camera and data signal cables

10. Outdoor cable runs should be housed in UV-proof conduit

11. In lightning prone areas, install surge protection devices

C. Camera Installation

1. Test all equipment before installation. Therefore equipment can be replaced

before arrival on-files if needed

2. Ensure the mounting brackets of outdoor speed domes are properly sealed to
prevent condensation in the camera housing

3. Use EIA rated RS232/422/485 or CAT-5 cabling for speed dome or PTZ
communication

4. Ensure sufficient space for camera, lens and connectors when choosing a
camera housing

5. Avoid direct sunlight on equipment as it raises the temperature of the equipment

6. Position cameras out of reach of vandals or 'curious' people

7. Mount good quality mounting brackets in a stable location to avoid unstable or

vibrating images caused by vibration or wind

8. CS Mount cameras placed inside, at industrial or dusty/damp installations should

be placed into outdoor camera housings

9. Avoid installing cameras too high above the subject thus preventing 'top-of-head'
video images

10. Ensure camera mounting poles are mechanically secure to avoid vibration on
camera images
 11. Before connecting power, ensure the supply is 12VDC regulated

D. DVR Considerations

1. Make sure you have sufficient HDD space for your requirements, if not consider
upgrading the HDD or upgrading our system to one of our H.264 systems

2. Keep user names and passwords safe, don't let anyone have access to them,
because if an incident has happened, you don't want the information to be erased

3. If you need high security for your DVR Unit consider a lock box that has a fan to
keep your DVR cool, also put it in a place that is not readily available to the
general public or employees

4. You can also have a 2nd unit that can be used remotely to back up information
from your on-files DVR

E. Wireless Video Transmission

1. For outdoor use, Analog transmitter and receivers must be in line-of-sight. IP TX

/ TX are more forgiving and allow for NON-LOS transmissions

2. Determine any possible sources of interference, i.e. overhead power lines,

wireless LAN networks, transformers, other transmitters or any other power
generating system in close proximity to the transmitter or receiver

3. Avoid trees in the transmission path, as branches can cause interference

4. Ensure proper alignment between transmitter and receiver

5. Beware of lightning. Transmitters are often placed on high masts/roofs, which

make them prone to lightning

6. Poor weather such as heavy fog and rain can affect transmission

F. Digital Video Recorder Considerations

1. It is recommended to connect your DVR and cameras to an uninterruptible PSU

(UPS)

2. Ensure 1Vp-p video input levels from cameras (not lower or higher)

3. Turn off camera AGC

4. Ensure DVR is suitably secure or hidden in event of a robbery

 5. Avoid Win98/ME as an operating system, Win2K is the most stable for PC-based
DVRs, along with the newer versions of XP and Embedded XP

6. For PC-based DVRs, regular HDD defragmentation is recommended if DVR is

used for other user applications. (Not necessary if PC is dedicated to DVR.)

7. Ensure enough RAM so that the recording does not get interrupted

8. Recording should be on different hard drive to that of the operating system and
recording software

Guide lines for installing a surveillance system

When installing a surveillance system, be sure to use the proper lead wires for
the equipment you are installing. WARNING...Do not cut the cables and attempt to
splice them together.
Use the proper cables. It will not hurt the video quality if the cables are longer than
you need! Longer is better than too short.

Be sure that the power supply is the proper voltage and current for your
installation. As a rule of thumb, A regulated power supply is recommended. It will keep
a stable voltage and current avoiding equipment damage.

Indoor installations:

All cameras may be used for indoor installations. If there are low or high
temperature or high humidity, use an approved outdoor camera.

Outdoor Installations:

Only use cameras OR camera housings approved for outdoor installations.

Outdoor housings will accept non-outdoor cameras!