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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
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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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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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)
and the time in Melbourne Australia compare to your local time.
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