User Manual Part 2

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INSTALLATION

Antenna Options

Before installing the MiniBox-4, you should also

consider antenna options (if you are using RF analog or

digital transmission). You have the choice of using one

or two patch antennas.

Using both patch antennas with the supplied splitter

will provide the largest radiation pattern but at a

lower gain. Using one antenna will make the radiation

pattern directional, but will typically double the gain,

which will increase the signal range in that direction.

To conﬁgure for one antenna, disconnect the coax

from the transmitter at the bottom of the splitter and

connect the double-female adapter in its place. Connect

the cable from the desired active antenna to the

adapter. See illustration top right.

To conﬁgure for two antennas, disconnect the coax

from the transmitter at the double-female adapter and

connect the splitter (input) in its place. Connect the

cables from both antennas to the splitter (outputs). See

illustration bottom right.

NOTE: Do NOT remove antenna connections

with device powered ON!

MiniBox-4 Using

2 Patch Antennas

MiniBox-4 Using

1 Patch Antenna

SPLITTER

RIGHT PATCH

ANTENNA

LEFT

PATCH

ANTENNA

TRANSMITTE

SPLITTER

DOUBLE FEMALE

ADAPTER

ACTIVE PATCH

ANTENNA

NON ACTIVE

PATCH

ANTENNA

TRANSMITTER

One Antenna Conguration

Two Antenna Conguration

N LOG

Summary of content (10 pages)

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ACTIVE PATCH ANTENNA Antenna Options Before installing the MiniBox-4, you should also consider antenna options (if you are using RF analog or digital transmission). You have the choice of using one or two patch antennas. Using both patch antennas with the supplied splitter will provide the largest radiation pattern but at a lower gain. Using one antenna will make the radiation pattern directional, but will typically double the gain, which will increase the signal range in that direction.
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WALL MOUNTING SCHEME Wall-Mounting the MiniBox-4 To wall-mount the MiniBox-4, complete the following steps: A 1. Dry-fit the MiniBox on the wall and make a pencil mark on the wall at the top-center mounting slot. 2. Drill a pilot hole at the pencil mark for a mounting screw. Make sure the wall is composed of solid, strong material such as wood or metal, Select a fastener that will support at least 30 pounds. 3.
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W POLE MOUNTING SCHEME Pole-Mounting the MiniBox-4 To pole-mount the MiniBox-4, complete the following steps: 1. A Use the Wall Mounting Scheme steps 1-4 (left) to hang the MiniBox-4 on the pole. Alternatively, a helper can hold the MiniBox-4 in place for step 2 below. The back of the MiniBox-4 features a self-centering bracket. 2. Using a band-clamp (provided), secure the top of the MiniBox-4 to the pole as shown (right). 3.
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WI-FI SETUP PCMCIA Slot (Gently squeeze cover to remove) W Wi-Fi Factory setting of the camera network is DHCP. Wireless LAN settings: Type=adhoc, SSID=snc-rx550, Channel=11 ch, WEP=nothing, IP address 10.0.0.100, subnet mask=255.0.0.0 Wi-Fi Card in PCMCIA Adapter Kapton® Tape Wi-Fi Card in PCMCIA Adapter Remove Protective Packaging Memory Stick Slot 14 DTC COMMUNICATIONS, INC. Tech Tip: Set your configuration computer for an IP address in the shipped WiFi family.
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WI-FI SETUP To setup your Wi-Fi option, complete the following steps: 1. 2. Remove the plastic door from the front of the camera to expose the PCMCIA slot. The 802.11 Wi-Fi card is shipped in the Accessory Bag--attached with Kapton tape to the PCMCIA Adapter. Push this assembly gently but firmly into the slot on the front of the camera as shown. The gold connector must be on the left. 3. Access the Wi-Fi signal with a Wi-Fi-equipped computer via a web browser (see page 20). 4.
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OPERATION Control Panel - All Models Power LED The Power LED is ON or OFF to indicate that main power to the MiniBox-4 is ON or OFF. The LED blinks briefly during power-up. A Power LED Push ON N LOG AC Breaker Reset Push ON The Push ON button is a push-push master power ON/OFF switch for the MiniBox-4 including accessories plugged into the outlets. Always turn this master power ON/OFF switch to OFF before applying power or plugging anything into the MiniBox-4 outlets.
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W OPERATION Control Panel - Transmitter Models Only Status LED The Status LED is ON or OFF to indicate that the transmitter is ON or OFF. The Status LED flashes to indicate that the channel selection was controlled by the DTMF radio, which means the channel selector switch does not correctly indicate what channel is in use.
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OPERATION Concealed Camera Ports A There are three concealed camera ports on the Utility Box. Each port is disguised with an ELECTRICAL PANEL IN USE label. Keep the label surface clean and free from scuff marks. Make sure nothing blocks this area. N LOG D W Do NOT block airflow to vents at back and bottom of MiniBox-4 A combination of two labels and an interior screen are installed per window. Three additional labels (one per window) are also included in the accessory kit.
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W OPERATION Sony Camera & PTZ Platform A The MiniBox-4 features a SONY high resolution color camera with 26X optical and 12X digital zoom. The SONY camera has its own pan/tilt mechanism and is hidden behind three concealed camera ports in the utility box. DTMF commands (transmitter models) or browser-based commands allow for control of pan, tilt, zoom, focus, and auto focus. The SONY camera works well in low light situations. The camera orientation can be panned to left, right, or front view ports.
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OPERATION Web Access Start Screen W Click 2X to Display Remote Control 20 DTC COMMUNICATIONS, INC. Type the MiniBox-4 IP address from page 14 into your web browser and you should see the Start Screen (left). Click Enter to view the Video Screen (below). Click Control to access the Controls (right) or click twice to access the Remote Control (below).