Swann Security Camera Professional Security Camera User Manual

English  
Bulldog Cam  
Professional Security Camera  
High Powered Quality Color Surveillance  
If this device does not work when you first plug it in,  
do not take it back to the store.  
Contact the Swann Helpdesk using our fast e-mail service  
[email protected] or call us on one of the Toll-Free  
numbers shown on the back cover of this booklet.  
Most problems can be quickly and easily fixed with a simple  
e-mail or a quick chat with one of our friendly technical staff.  
(Toll-Free available in the US and Australia only)  
FCC NOTICE  
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.  
Operation is subject to the following conditions:  
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and  
(2) this device must accept any interference received,  
including interference that may cause undesired operation  
Installation Guide  
 
Installation Instructions  
The Bulldog camera is designed for use with any DVR, VCR, Security Monitor, TV or computer with  
a video capture card. The camera can be used indoors or outdoors. The Bulldog camera can be  
used for a variety of purposes including monitoring callers at the door, keeping your car, yard, shop  
or warehouse under observation or used as a camera to monitor your children’s play area.  
Contents and Parts Identification  
1. Bulldog Camera with Stand and fixed cable.  
2. 12Volt DC Power Adaptor (adaptor design varies depending on country).  
3. 10m Power and Video Extension cable.  
4. BNC (female) to RCA (male) adaptor.  
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How to connect the Bulldog Camera to your monitoring device  
Your Bulldog Camera is designed to transmit high quality colour images to your security device or  
Television and is operated by mains power. To help guide you through the process of setting up the  
Bulldog Camera, we have outlined the steps and numbered each of the components required in  
the diagram below.  
POWER  
ADAPTOR  
2
DVR, TV, VCR or MONITOR  
CAMERA  
VIDEO AUDIO  
OUT  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO AUDIO  
DC POWER  
2a CONNECTOR  
BNC Male 3d  
3c  
DC Jack  
DC Jack  
1a  
DC Plug  
3a  
EXTENSION  
CABLE  
3
BNC Male 3b  
1b BNC Female  
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How to connect the Bulldog Camera to your monitoring device  
Step 1: At the end of your Bulldog Camera cable you will find two plugs:  
•Silver (Video BNC Female)  
•Black (DC Power Jack)  
Step 2: Plug the BNC Female (1b) into the BNC Male (3b) of the Extension Cable (3) and turn  
the outer ring to lock the connectors. Plug the other BNC Male (3d) at the opposite end of  
the extension cable into a BNC connector on your security device (usually located at the back  
of your DVR or Quad Switcher).  
Step 3: Connect the Power Connector (2a) at the end of the power adaptor (2) in to your Bulldog  
Camera’s DC Jack (1a), or the 10m extension cable’s DC Jack (3c) if you are using it. Use  
whichever is located near the most convenient power outlet  
Step 4: Plug the power adaptor (2) into the mains power point on your wall and switch on if  
required.  
Step 5: If you have an A/V TV with RCA sockets you will need to use the BNC to RCA adaptor (4)  
in between the BNC Connector (3d) on the Extension Cable (3) and the RCA Socket of  
your TV or VCR. You will then need to switch the TV to the AV channel to view the camera.  
To connect the Bulldog Camera to your VCR, you will need to turn the VCR to the A/V  
Input selection and turn your TV onto the channel you would normally use to view a tape or  
movie on your VCR.  
Note: The Bulldog Camera will automatically change to a black & white image using the Infra-Red  
LEDs when available light is too low to support a clear colour picture.  
Note: Please read the instructions for your VCR or TV for more information on using their  
A/V inputs.  
Mounting the camera on your wall or ceiling  
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2.  
Once you have chosen the best position for the camera, switch the  
power to the camera off, and unplug the power lead from the  
camera.  
When mounting the Bulldog Camera to your ceiling or wall, please  
ensure that you rotate the camera so that at the top of the camera  
lens is ‘up’, otherwise you will find that your pictures are displayed  
upside down. (see diagram)  
3.  
Hold the camera base in the position you wish to fix it, and mark the  
holes with an appropriate pen or pencil. Once this is done, remove  
the stand and drill a hole with the appropriate drill bit for the material  
you are mounting your camera to and the screws you are using.  
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5.  
Run the camera cable back to the TV/VCR, any holes that you drill  
need to be at least 14mm in diameter to allow the connectors to  
pass through.  
Reconnect the power lead to the camera and switch the camera  
power back on.  
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Things to consider when operating the Bulldog Camera  
1. To extend the operating distance of the camera from your TV or VCR you will need to purchase a  
suitable A/V extension Cable and gender changers where necessary. It is better to use one cable of  
the correct length than 3 or 4 shorter cables with adapters. Use of more adaptors can degrade the  
picture quality and reduce the effective cable length. Many electronic and hardware stores can make  
suitable cables and terminate them for you. Consult with your local dealer for more information.  
2. The camera must not be placed where it looks directly into the sun or any other bright light source,  
as this will not only result in a poor image, but will eventually damage the electronics of the camera.  
3. Areas with a high degree of contrast in the light levels may require re-positioning of the camera in  
order to obtain the best image.  
4. The best viewing angle is achieved by placing the camera in a position where it is looking down on the  
subject.  
5. IMPORTANT: For night-time use or when situated in a dimly-lit environment the camera will  
automatically activate the Infra-Red LEDs and change to a Black & White image. You will then be able  
to view the area within range of the Infra-Red LEDs.  
Help Desk / Support Details  
Swann Technical Support  
All Countries E-mail: [email protected]  
Telephone Helpdesk  
UNITED STATES toll free  
1800-627-2799  
1877-274-3695  
(Sun-Thurs, 2pm-10.00pm US PT)  
USA Exchange & Repairs  
562-777-2551  
(Mon-Fri, 9am-5.00pm US PT)  
AUSTRALIA toll free  
1300 13 8324  
(Mon-Fri, 9am-5.00pm Aus ET)  
International  
+61 3 8412 4610  
(Mon-Fri, 9am-5.00pm Aus ET)  
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