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Product TypeSecurity Camera (Micro Dome)
BrandDigital Watchdog
ModelDWC-MC253WTIR
Image Sensor1/3" CMOS
Resolution1920x1080 (1080p) at 30fps
Lens3.6mm Fixed (F2.0)
IR Distance50 ft (15.2 m)
Minimum Illumination0.06 Lux (Color), 0 Lux (B&W)
S/N Ratio55dB
Video OutputBNC (HD-A/HD-TVI/HD-CVI/CVBS)
Day/NightTrue Day/Night with mechanical IR cut filter
WDRYes (Low/Middle/High)
3D DNRYes (Off/Low/Middle/High)
Smart IRYes, adjustable 0~20
Starlight Technologyx2 ~ x32
AGC0 ~ 10
White BalanceAuto / Auto-EX / Preset / Manual
Motion DetectionYes, 4 zones
Privacy ZonesYes, up to 16 zones
OSD ControlCoaxial (UTC) or built-in joystick
Power SupplyDC12V, 1.7W (LED off) / 2.9W (LED on)
Dimensions3.15 x 2.66 in (80 x 67.5 mm)
Weight0.56 lbs (254 g)
Housing MaterialAluminum
Protection RatingIP66, IK-10
Operating Temperature-4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)
CertificationsFCC, CE, ROHS
Warranty5 years
CleaningClean with dry cloth; clean lens with care
Safety NotesUse specified adapter; do not disassemble

Frequently Asked Questions - Star-Light DWC-MC253WTIR Digital Watchdog

How do I switch the camera mode between HD-A, HD-TVI, etc.?
Press the OSD joystick in the corresponding direction for 5 seconds: left for HD-TVI, right for HD-A, up for CVBS, down for HD-CVI.
How to adjust the camera angle?
Adjust the camera's pan (360°) and tilt (70°) by rotating the dome.
How to clean the camera lens?
Use a soft, dry cloth to gently clean the lens. Avoid scratches and dust to maintain image quality.
What is Smart IR and how to set it?
Smart IR automatically adjusts infrared LED intensity to prevent overexposure. Set the level (0~20) in the Day&Night menu.
How to enable motion detection?
In the Motion OSD menu, set Motion to ON, then configure detection window, sensitivity, and alarm output.
What is the warranty period?
The camera comes with a 5-year warranty on parts and labor, and 1 year on IR LEDs.
How to reset the camera to factory defaults?
In the Setup menu, select INITIAL and hold the select button for 5 seconds.
What should I do if there is no video?
Check the coaxial cable connection and ensure the power supply provides correct voltage and current.
Can I use this camera outdoors?
Yes, it has IP66 weather resistance and IK-10 impact rating, suitable for outdoor use.
How to set privacy zones?
In the Privacy OSD menu, enable Privacy, select a zone number (0~15), and adjust position, size, and transparency.

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USER MANUAL Star-Light DWC-MC253WTIR Digital Watchdog

STAR-LIGHT Universal HD over Coax™ Micro Dome Camera

DWC-MC253WTIR

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User's Manual Ver. 08/17

Before installing and using the camera, please read this manual carefully. Be sure to keep it handy for future reference.

STAR-LIGHT™

Universal HD Super Low Light Cameras

Index

INTRODUCTION

02 Safety Information
07 Features
08 Part Name
09 Dimension
10 Product & Accessories

INSTALLION

11 Installation
12 Connecting to Monitors
13 Control Board
14 Adjusting Camera Angle

OSD MENU

15 Menu Tree
16 OSD Menu - Exposure
19 OSD Menu - Color
20 OSD Menu - Day&Night
21 OSD Menu - Function
22 OSD Menu - Motion
23 OSD Menu - Privacy
24 OSD Menu - Setup
26 OSD Menu - Exit

APPENDIX

27 Troubleshooting
28 Specifications
30 Limits & Exclusions
31 Warranty

Safety Information

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN

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CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage consisting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit.

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This exclamation point symbol 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 damage which may result in fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

WARNING

  1. Be sure to use only the standard adapter that is specified in the specification sheet. Using any other adapter could cause fire, electrical shock, or damage to the product
  2. Incorrectly connecting the power supply or replacing battery may cause explosion, fire, electric shock, or damage to the product.
  3. Do not connect multiple cameras to a single adapter. Exceeding the capacity may cause abnormal heat generation or fire.
  4. Securely plug the power cord into the power receptacle. Insecure connection may cause fire.
  5. When installing the camera, fasten it securely and firmly. A falling camera may cause personal injury.
  6. Do not place conductive objects (e.g. screw drivers, coins, metal things, etc.) or containers filled with water on top of the camera. Doing so may cause personal injury due to fire, electric shock, or falling objects.

Safety Information

  1. Do not install the unit in humid, dusty, or sooty locations.

Doing so may cause fire or electric shock.

  1. If any unusual smells or smoke come from the unit, stop using the product.

In such case, immediately disconnect the power source and contact the service center.

Continued use in such a condition may cause fire or electric shock.

  1. If this product fails to operate normally, contact the nearest service center.

Never disassemble or modify this product in any way.

  1. When cleaning, do not spray water directly onto parts of the product.

Doing so may cause fire or electric shock.

PRECAUTION

Operating

·Before using, make sure power supply and all other parts are properly connected.

- While operating, if any abnormal condition or malfunction is observed, stop using the camera immediately and contact your dealer.

Handling

- Do not disassemble or tamper with parts inside the camera.

- Do not drop the camera or subject it to shock or vibration as this can damage the camera.

- Clean the lens with extra care. Scratches and dust can ruin the quality of the camera image.

Installation and Storage

- Do not install the camera in areas of extreme temperature, exceeding the allowed range.

- Avoid installing in humid or dusty environments.

- Avoid installing in places where radiation is present.

- Avoid installing in places where there are strong magnetic fields and electric signals.

- Avoid installing in places where the camera would be subject to strong vibrations.

- Never expose the camera to rain or water.

Important Safety Instructions

  1. Read these instructions.

- All these safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is installed or operated.

  1. Keep these instructions.

- The safety, operating and use instructions should be retained for future reference.

  1. Heed all warnings.

- All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

  1. Follow all instructions.

- All operating and use instructions should be followed.

  1. Do not use this device near water.

- For example: near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement; near a swimming pool; etc.

  1. Clean only with dry cloth.

- Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners.

  1. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of the product, and to protect it from over-heating. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided and the manufacturer's instructions have been adhere to.

  1. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

  2. 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 outlet.

  3. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

Important Safety Instructions

  1. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
  2. Use only with cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
  3. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
  4. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Disposal of Old Appliances

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  1. When this crossed-out wheel bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
  2. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately form the municipal waste stream stream in accordance to laws designated by the government or the local authorities.

  3. The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

  4. For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

FCC

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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Features

■ Analog HD over Coax Technology with HD-Analog Signal Support
■ STAR-LIGHT™ Super Low Light Technology
■ 1/3" Image Sensor
■ 2.1MP, 1080p Resolution at 30fps
■ Fixed Lens 3.6mm
■ Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)
■ OSD Control Via Coaxial (UTC)
■ Smart IR™ with Intelligent Camera Sync. 100\~150ft Range
■ Smart DNR™ 3D Digital Noise Reduction
■ True Day/Night with Mechanical IR Cut Filter
De-Fog™ Extreme Weather Image Compensation
■ Highlight Masking Exposure (HME)
■ Easy Icon Driven OSD Menu with Built-in Joystick
■ Programmable Privacy Zones
■ Auto Gain Control (AGC)
■ Backlight Compensation (BLC)
■ Dynamic Range Compressor (DRC) Reveals Low Light Detail
■ Auto White Balance (AWB)
■ IP66 (Weather and Tampering Resistant)
■ IK-10 Impact Rated
5 Year Warranty

Part name

Security Screw Upper Case Test Video Output Lens Ambient Light Sensor IR Switch IR LED Tilt Stopper Screw Power Input Connector Video BNC Output Connector

Dimension

Unit: Inches (mm)

2.65" (67.5mm) 1.67" (42.5mm) 2.34" (59.5mm) 2.2" (56mm) 3.15" (80mm)

2.6" (66mm)

Product & Accessories

Please check if all the camera and accessories are included in the package.

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Manual

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Torx Wrench

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Screw & Plastic Anchor-4pcs

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External OSD and Signal Controller

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Template Sheet

Installation-Instructions

1 Use the camera's mounting template or your camera to mark the holes as required. Drill into the drywall and insert the drywall mounts into the holes.
2 Remove the Security Screw from the Upper case.
3 Unscrew the upper case from the camera module by rotating it couter clock-wise.
4 Mount the camera to the wall using the included machine screws.
5 Screw the cover dome back by rotating it clock-wise.
7 Tighten the Security screw back in place to firmly secure the cover dome to the camera module.
7 Remove the camera's dome protection cover.
NOTE: When assembling the upper case ring, press the dome firmly and assemble. Otherwise, scratches and IR rubber may be refined and reflections may occur.

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Connecting to DVR/Encoder

Use the diagram below to connect to an Universal DVR properly.

12VDC

VIDEO OUT UNIVERSAL DVR

- The Camera has a manual IR switch, located under the camera's lens. You can use this switch to manually turn the IR LED board on or off according to the installation needs.

Control Board

EXTERNAL CONTROLLER ON/OFF

- OSD Joystick : The function setting and video output can be adjusted with OSD joystick. (default : HD-A)

Image Mode

Switches to HD-TVI mode when press OSD Joystick to left 5sec or longer. Switches to HD-A mode when press OSD Joystick to right 5sec or longer. Switches to CVBS mode when press OSD Joystick to up 5sec or longer. Switches to HD-CVI mode when press OSD Joystick to down 5sec or longer.

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graph TD
    A["Hold 5sec"] --> B["CVBS(960H)"]
    A --> C["HD-TVI"]
    A --> D["HD-A"]
    A --> E["HD-CVI"]
    A --> F["R"]

NOTE: Controls Test Video Output(CVBS) and OSD by using external controller.

Adjusting the Camera angle

Adjust the camera's pan (360°) and tilt (70°) position.

Tilting 70° Rotation 360° Panning 360°

OSD Menu Tree

NOTE: The function setting can be adjusted with both switch (OSD joystick) and remote control through RS485 or UTC. In case of camera without OSD joystick, it can be adjusted with coaxial (UTC) only.

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EXPOSURE

LENSMANUAL / AUTO
BACKLIGHTOFF / HME / BLC / WDR
DRCOFF / LOW / MIDDLE / HIGH
DEFOGOFF / ON
AGC0 ~ 10
STARLIGHTOFF / x2 ~ x32
3D DNROFF / LOW / MIDDLE / HIGH
EXIT JUMP

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COLOR

WHITE BAL.AUTO / AUTO-EX / PRESET / MANUAL
COLOR GAIN0 ~ 20
EXIT JUMP

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DAY & NIGHT

MODEAUTO / COLOR / BW / EXTERN
CDS THRES0 ~ 20
CDS MARGIN0 ~ 20
EXTERN SWLOW / HIGH
EXT LEDOFF/ AUTO
DELAYLOW / MIDDLE / HIGH
SMART IR0 ~ 20
EXIT JUMP

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FUNCTION

SHARPNESS0 ~ 10
GAMMA0.45 ~ 0.75
MIRROROFF / ON
FLIPOFF / ON
EXIT JUMP

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MOTION

MOTIONOFF / ON
DET WINDOW
DET TONE0 ~ 4
MDRECT FILLOFF / ON
SENSITIVITY0 ~ 10
MOTION OSDOFF / ON
TEXT ALARMOFF / ON
SIGNAL OUTOFF / ON
EXIT JUMP

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PRIVACY

PRIVACYOFF / ON
ZONE NUM0 ~ 15
ZONE DISPOFF / ON
H-POS0 ~ 59
V-POS0 ~ 33
H-SIZE0 ~ 60
V-SIZE0 ~ 34
Y LEVEL0 ~ 20
CB LEVEL0 ~ 20
CR LEVEL0 ~ 20
TRANS0 ~ 3
EXIT JUMP

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SETUP

COMMUNICA
CAM TITLEOFF / RIGHT UP / LEFT DOWN
IMAGE RANGEFULL / COMP / USER
FREQ50Hz / 60Hz
LANGUAGEENG/ CHN/ CHN(S)/ JPN / KOR
INITIALOFF / ON
EXIT JUMP

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EXIT

SAVE & EXIT
EXIT

The contents might be different some products.

OSD Menu\_Exposure

1 LENS

MANUAL: Manual mode supports the fixed board lens or the manual iris lens. AUTO: AUTO mode sets the camera's iris automatically.

EXPOSURE LENS AUTO BACKLIGHT OFF DRC OFF DEFOG OFF AGC 10 STARLIGHT X4 3D DNR HIGH EXIT JUMP LENS LEVEL BRIGHTNESS 10 SHUTTER AUTO FOCUS ADJ OFF RETURN

Under the LENS sub-menu, you can adjust the following settings:

1. Level

Change the camera's iris value manually. If AUTO is selected, this option is disabled.

2. Brightness

Adjust the camera's brightness from 0\~20. The higher the number, the brighter the image will appear.

3. Shutter

Set the shutter speed to AUTO, Manual, or FLC (Flicker-less mode).

* If AUTO is selected, select from the following options :
- NORMAL: Set when the camera is installed in an indoor environment.
- DEBLUR: Set when the camera is installed in an outdoor environment.
* Select FLC if the camera is experiencing some flickering in the image.
The shutter speed will be set to 1/100 for NTSC, or 1/120 for PAL.
* If Manual is selected, set the shutter speed from the options :
- 1/30(1/25) \~ 1/30000.

4. Focus Adjustment

When on, the default level is set automatically by controlling lens focus and based on the installation and environment circumstances.

OSD Menu\_Exposure

2 BACKLIGHT

OFF

HME HIGHLIGHT MASKING EXPOSURE

HME allows objects to appear clearly on the screen by masking extremely bright areas. To setup HME, set the level and color. The lower the setting, the darker the masking areas have to be. Select from: 0 \~ 20.

Color: Set the color of the HME mask. Select from:

If BLC is selected, adjust the size and position of the mask:

  • H-POS: Move the Zone position left or right. The higher the number, the zone will move to the right.
  • V-POS: Move the Zone position up or down. The higher the number, the zone will move down.
  • H-Size: Reset the zone's size horizontally. The higher the number, the right side panel will move further to the right.
  • V-Size: Reset the zone's size vertically. The higher the number, the bottom side panel will move further down.

WDR Wide Dynamic Range

If WDR is selected, adjust the WDR level (Weight) in the sub-menu. Select from Low, Middle, or High (Default).

ROI (Region of interest)
To have more efficient scene result, up to 4 regions are able to be selected for WDR effect to maintain the most suitable color appearances.
WDR&3D-DNR functions can't be operated simultaneously. Once the WDR may activate then the DNR function shifts to 2D-DNR although DNR functions set by 3D-DNR as default setting.

EXPOSURE LENS AUTO BACKLIGHT HME DRC OFF DEFOG OFF AGC 10 STARLIGHT X4 3D DNR HIGH EXIT JUMP

BACKLIGHT ▷H-POS 8 V-POS 7 H-SIZE 3 V-SIZE 3 RETURN

WDR >MODE ROI WEIGHT HIGH RETURN

OSD Menu Exposure

EXPOSURE LENS AUTO OFF BACKLIGHT DRC DEFOG ON AGC 10 STARLIGHT X4 3D DNR HIGH EXIT JUMP

DEFOG ►MODE AUTO LEVEL _ RETURN

3 DRC (DYNAMIC RANGE COMPRESSOR)

DRC enables dark areas in images to become more visible without overexposing the bright areas to create one perfect image. Select from : OFF / LOW / MIDDLE / HIGH

4 DEFOG

Allows the camera to process a scene that is obscured by fog or weather conditions and provides a visibly improved image. AUTO / Manual : Select AUTO to have the WDR and DRC levels adjusted automatically. Set the DEFOG level from LOW / MIDDLE / HIGH.

5 AGC (AUTO GAIN CONTROL)

0\~10 - AGC enhances the picture brightness in low light conditions. A higher level AGC setting makes the images brighter, however, it could increase the amount of noise.

6 STARLIGHT

OFF / x2 \~ x32(Default: X4) - Automatically activates slow shutter function when the image is too dark. High values are not recommended as they may cause the image to lag. Starlight menu cannot be controlled if the SHUTTER setting is above 1/30.

7 3D DNR (3D DIGITAL NOISE REDUCTION)

OFF/LOW/MIDDLE/HIGH - 3D-DNR reduces the noise on the screen in low light conditions and allows for clearer images, even at night.

OSD Menu\_Color

WB MODE

COLOR EXPD NCT NAVREF LOAN UNC SET EXT WHITE BAL. AUTO COLOR GAIN 10 EXIT JUMP

WHITE BAL. ►C-TEMP 5000K R-GAIN 10 B-GAIN 10 RETURN

AUTO Auto Tracking White Balance Control mode compensates for color temperature changes between 2500K° and 12000K°.

AUTO-EX Auto White Balance Control mode compensates for color temperature changes lower than 2500K° and tighter than 12000K°.

PRESET Preset fixes the white balance based on the current lighting automatically.

MANUAL Users can control the white balance manually by changing RED GAIN and BLUE GAIN. (see blow) C-TEMP: Select the color temperature for the white balance setup. If enabled, the Red and Blue Gain settings will be set automatically according to the C-TEMP selected. RED GAIN: 0 \~ 20. Adjusts the amount of red in the image. BLUE GAIN: 0 \~ 20. Adjust the amount of blue in the image.

Set the color gain from 0\~20.COLOR GAIN

OSD Menu\_Day & Night

DAY/NIGHT EXPO INT'L FLYRIO CAN FLIC SET EXIT MODE AUTO >AGC THRES >AGC MARGIN CDS THRES 3 CDS MARGIN 5 EXTERN SW LOW EXT LED AUTO DELAY LOW SMART IR 5 EXIT JUMP

1 MODE

AUTO : Day/ Night switch will be based on the CDS levels.

COLOR : The camera always stays in day/color mode.

B&W : The camera always stays in night/B&W mode.

EXTERN : Day/ Night switch will be based on using IR LED lights.

* WITHOUT LED

- AGC Threshold : Set when the camera switches between Day & Night.

- AGC Margin : Set the value added to the AGC Threshold. Adjust the value based on the environment in which the camera is installed. If the margin is too low, the camera will switch from color to B/W and back.

* WITH LED

- CDS Threshold : Marks the light level at which the camera will switch between color and B/W. The lower the value, the camera will require less light (more darkness) to switch to Night Mode.

- CDS Margin : The value added to the CDS Threshold. Adjust this based on the environment in which the camera is installed. If the margin is too low, the camera will switch from color to B/W and back.

2 EXT LED

AUTO: The LEDs are enabled/ disabled by the CDS Sensor on the LED Board.

OFF: The camera's LEDs are disabled manually.

3 DELAY

Low/Mid/High : Time interval delay before switching from day mode to night mode.

4 SMART IR

0 \~ 20 : Enable Smart IR and set the level. Higher values will make Smart IR stronger.

OSD Menu\_Function

FUNCTION 1 2 3 4 SHARPNESS 5 GAMMA 0.55 MIRROR OFF FLIP OFF EXIT JUMP

1 SHARPNESS

0 \~ 10 - Sets the image sharpness. The higher the number, the sharper the image.

2 GAMMA

0.45 \~ 0.75 - Select the desired gamma level. 0.55 is default setting.

3 MIRROR / FLIP

OFF

MIRROR : Reflects the camera horizontally.

FLIP : Reflects the camera vertically.

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Mirror & Flip ONFlip ONMirror ONMirror / Flip OFF

OSD Menu\_Motion

The camera can detect movement and display an alarm on the screen. when movement is detected.

MOTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 MOTION ON DET WINDOW DET TONE _ MDRECT FILL SENSITIVITY 5_ MOTION OSD OFF TEXT ALARM OFF SIGNAL OUT ON EXIT JUMP ↓

DET WINDOW ►WINDOW USE 0 WINDOW ZONE ON DET H-POS 1 DET V-POS 1 DET H-SIZE 58 DET V-SIZE 32 RETURN ♪

1 MOTION

To use the motion detection settings, be fore Motion is ON.

2 DET WINDOW

MOTION ZONE setting

3 DET TONE

Four each different motion tone color available

4 MDRECT FILL

Color setting for operating motion zone

5 SENSITIVITY

The smaller the movement you want to detect, the higher the sensitivity value must be.

6 MOTION OSD

MOTION OSD interoperable with 'DET TONE' and 'MDRECT FILL'.

7 TEXT ALARM

Setup a text to appear on the screen when motion is detected explaining the alarm situation.

- WINDOW MOTION: Will appear when a motion alarm is detected.

- CAMERA MOVING : Will appear if the camera is shaken abruptly.

8 SIGNAL OUT (ON / OFF)

- ON : 'HIGH' SIGNAL OUT upon ALARM.

- OFF : 'SIGNAL OUT' off regardless of ALARM

OSD Menu\_Privacy

You can hide some parts of the screen for privacy masking. A total of 16 different privacy masking zones are available. The cameras support square privacy masks or advanced polygon masks.

PRIVACY EXP1 COTL PWRB DSN HUNC NET EXP ▶PRIVACY ON ZONE NUM 0 ZONE DISP ON H-POS 12 V-POS 2 H-SIZE 3 V-SIZE 3 Y LEVEL 10 CB LEVEL 10 CR LEVEL 10 TRANS 0 EXIT JUMP

  • ZONE NUM : Select the zone number between 0\~15.
  • ZONE DISP : Zone display ON/OFF
  • H-POS : Move the Zone position Left or right. The higher the number, the zone will move to the right.
  • V-POS : Move the Zone position up or down. The higher the number, the zone will move down.
  • H-SIZE : Reset the zone's size horizontally. The higher the number, the right side panel will move further to the right.
  • V-SIZE : Reset the zone's size vertically. The higher the number, the bottom side panel will move further down.
  • Y LEVEL : The higher the number, the brighter the color will appear.
  • CR LEVEL : The higher the number, the more red tone will be added to the zone's color.
    The lower the number, the more green will be added to the zone's color.
  • CB LEVEL: The higher the number, the more red tone will be added to the zone's color.
    The lower the number, the more red will be added to the zone's color.
    * High CB Level + High CR Level = Pink
    * High CB Level + Low CR Level = Sky Blue
    * Low CB Level + High CR Level = Orange
  • TRANS : Set the mask's transparency level from 0\~3. The default value is 0.

OSD Menu\_Setup

1 2 3 SETUP COMMUNICA CAM TITLE IMAGE RANGE FREQ 60Hz LANGUAGE ENG INITIAL OFF EXIT JUMP

COMMUNICA ▶CAM ID 1 BAUDRATE 9600 SET DONE OFF RETURN

1 COMMUNICATION

Adjust the camera's ID and Baudrate. Default Protocol is Pelco-D.

- CAM ID : Provide an ID number for the camera (0 \~ 255).

- BAUDRATE : 9600bps is default. Select the baudrate from the following options : 2400/4800/9600/57600/115200 bps.

- SET DONE : Set the value of CAM ID and BAUDRATE.

NOTE: Be sure to press "Save&Exit" button on the EXIT menu before saving.

2 CAM. TITLE

Add a name to the camera. Set the title by using the OSD joystick.

3 IMAGE RANGE

Image Range allows you to set the proper Black and White levels according to the external display you use.

- FULL : Display all BLACK level and WHITE level without compression.

- COMP : Display BLACK level and WHITE level with compression.

- USER : Reset the BLACK level by changing the OFFSET value.

OSD Menu\_Setup

SETUP COMMUNICA CAM TITLE OFF IMAGE RANGE FULL FREQ 60Hz LANGUAGE ENG INITIAL OFF EXIT JUMP

4 FREQ

When the camera's image appears to have flickering issues, change the frequency value to adjust the image.

5 LANGUAGE

Select from the following: English (Default), Chinese, Chinese (S), Japanese, and Koran.

6 INITIAL

Reset the camera to its default settings. Press and hold the select button for five (5) seconds.

OSD Menu\_EXIT

EXIT EXPO HOT FLOWOS CAN FREE SET EXIT SAVE&EXIT EXIT

1 SAVE & EXIT

Exit the OSD menu after saving the recent changes.

2 EXIT

Exit the OSD menu without saving any changes.

Troubleshooting

Before sending your camera for repair, check the following or contact our technical specialist.

FOR NO VIDEO

Check the coaxial cable and make sure it is connected securely.

Check the power supply and make sure the camera has the proper voltage and current.

FOR OUT-OF-FOCUS VIDEO

Check the clear dome cover and the lens for dirt or fingerprints. Use a soft cloth and gently clean.

The use of a field test monitor is recommended.

Specifications

VIDEO
Image Sensor 1/3" CMOS Sensors
Active Pixels 1944(H) x 1092(V)
Scanning System Progressive scan
Freguency60Hz / 50Hz
Signal Technology2.0 Megapixel Universal
SynchronizationInternal
Resolution1920x1080 (1080p30fps)
Minimum Scene IlluminationF2.0 (30IRE): 0.06 Lux (Color)
F2.0 (30IRE): 0 Lux (B&W)
S/N Ratio 55dB
Video OutputBNC (Universal : HD-A/HD-TVI/HD-CVI/CVBS)
LENS
Focal Length & Lens Type3.6mm (F2.0) Fixed Lens
IR Distance50ft
OPERATIONAL
Shutter Speed 1/30(25) - 1/30,000
BacklightOFF/HME/BLC/WDR
Starlight OFF, x2 - x32
Wide Dynamic Range(WDR) LOW/MIDDLE/HIGH

Specifications

OPERATIONAL (CONT.)
Digital Noise Reduction OFF / LOW / MIDDLE / HIGH
White Balance AUTO / AUTO-EX / PRESET / MANUAL
Day and Night AUTO / COLOR / BW / EXTERN
0 ~ 10Auto Gain Control
Motion DetectionON/OFF (4 Zones)
Privacy ZonesON/OFF (16 Zones)
Sharpness0 ~ 10
Gamma0.45 ~ 0.75
Remote ControlCoaxial (UTC)
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature-4°F ~ 122°F (-20°C ~ 50°C)
Operating HumidityNo more than 90% (Non-Condensing)
IP RatingIP66
Other Certifications FCC, CE, ROHS
ELECTRICAL
Power Requirements DC12V
Power Consumption LED Off : 1.7W, 141mALED On : 2.9W, 242mA
MECHANICAL
Housing Material and DimensionsAluminum, 3.15 x 2.66 in (80 x 67.5mm)
Weight 0.56 lbs

Limits & Exclusions

There are no express warranties except as listed. The warranter will not be liable for incidental or consequential damages (including damage to recording media without limitation) resulting from the use of these products or arising out of any breach of the warranty. All express and implied warranties, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for particular purpose, are limited to the applicable warranty period set forth above.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions or limitations listed above may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state-to-state.

If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the following address:

Digital Watchdog, Inc.

ATTN: RMA Department

5436 W. Crenshaw Street

Tampa, FL 33634

Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship as determined by the Warranter, in its sole discretion, are not covered. Costs of such service calls are the responsibility of the purchaser.

Warranty Information

Digital Watchdog (referred to as “the Warranter”) warrants the Digital Watchdog Camera against defects in materials or workmanship as follows:

LABOR: For the initial five (5) years and one (1) year on IR LED from the original purchase date, if the camera is determined to be defective, the Warranter will repair or replace the unit with a new or refurbished product at its option at no charge.

PARTS: In addition, the Warranter will supply replacement parts for the initial five (5) years and one (1) year on IR LED.

To obtain warranty or out of warranty service, please contact a Technical Support Representative at 1+ (866)446-3595 Monday through Friday from 9:00AM to 8:00PM Eastern Standard Time.

A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required before warranty service is rendered. This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and workmanship which arise during normal use. This warranty does not cover damage which occurs in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the Warranter or failures which result from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, modification, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, improper antenna, inadequate signal pickup, maladjustment of consumer controls, improper operation, power line surge, improper voltage supply, lightning damage, rental use of the product or service by anyone other than an authorized repair facility or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

DW

DIGITAL

WATCHDOG™

Complete Surveillance Solutions

East Coast Headquarters Office: 5436 W Crenshaw St, Tampa, FL 33634 West Coast Headquarters Office: 16220 Bloomfield Ave., Cerritos, CA 90703

PH: 866-446-35951 FAX: 813-888-9262

www.Digital-Watchdog.com Technical Support:

USA & Canada 1+ (866) 446-3595

International 1+ (813) 888-9555

French Canadian 1+ (514) 360-1309

Support Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am to 8:00pm EST

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Product information

Brand : Digital Watchdog

Model : Star-Light DWC-MC253WTIR

Category : Security Camera