GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 1 Wire free external area protection system Installation and operation manual GuardCam WF-SAR • GuardCam WF-T • GuardCam WF-MR
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GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 3 Table of contents System components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 GuardCam WF-T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 GuardCam WF-SAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 4 System components GuardCam WF-T Combined PIR Floodlight camera and transmitter 4 GuardCam WF-MR GuardCam WF-SAR Combined Monitor receiver Stand alone receiver module
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 5 Introduction The GuardCam-WF range of products are an ideal solution for the protection of external areas around domestic or light commercial properties. Images are captured by wire free cctv cameras built into pir controlled security lighting units and digitally transmitted to a choice of receivers with integral SD card recording. GuardCam operates on a secure stable 2.4ghz frequency to provide excellent range and image quality.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 6 GuardCam WF-T LED light Pairing button Camera Termination box and mounting plate PIR detector Time adjustment / Lux adjustment GuardCam WF-SAR 1 10 2 3 6 8 9 4 5vDC power input 5 Reset AV out Jack Micro SD slot Power Button 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6 DISPLAY MENU PLAYBACK Switch Channel Menu Switch Channel ESC REC/STOP ZOOM ALARM Cursor UP OK / ENTER Cursor Down EXIT Fast Forward PLAY / PAUSE Fast Backward Previous DEL Next REC MOD
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 7 GuardCam WF-MR 12 1 2 4 Power Button Antenna 3 5 Micro SD slot 6 7 8 9 Reset 10 Speaker AV out Jack Speaker 11 Adaptor Plug Flip-out Stand 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 DISPLAY MENU PLAYBACK REC MODE Channel up Cursor UP menu Left OK / ENTER menu Right menu Down EXIT Fast Forward Switch Display CH PLAY / PAUSE Switch Display CH Fast Backward Previous Next Start/STOP Menu Channel down OTHER Link indicator Power indicator ZOOM Alarm on/
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 8 GuardCam WF-T Installation Screw E Screw E Screw A 1. Place plastic masonry plugs into desired surface aligning holes as shown above. Using an electric screwdriver, fasten mounting plate directly to surface using screws E. 2. Feed the cable through the back mounting box and bush the cable entry to avoid abrasion to the cable. 3.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 9 PIR Set Up For optimum performance it is recommended to mount the GuardCam WF-T 1.8 to 2.5 m above the ground. The PIR has a range of 12m over a 140 degree angle. 140º 12m 2.5m PIR technology provides much better target capture if movement is across the face of the PIR. Aim the PIR to achieve the highest chance of this happening.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 10 System Set Up Before commencing system configuration ensure all GuardCam WF –T units to be included in the system are powered and a clean formatted mini SD card is present in the chosen GuardCam WF receiver. Please also ensure the chosen GuardCam RF receiver is powered using the supplied 5VDC plug in power supply. Important. Only use the plug in power supply provided with the unit.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 11 Image brightness adjustment Press ▼▲ to select a camera for adjustment. Press ▼▲ to select brightness level. Press ESC to return to MAIN MENU or press ▼▲ to select another camera. Camera Activation It is possible to turn cameras on or off. Please turn cameras to off position if channel has no camera paired. Press ▼▲ to select a camera for adjustment. Press ▼▲ camera on or off.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 12 Motion Detection Sensitivity Motion detection sensitivity can be selected on each camera from highest sensitivity to off. This can be useful when motion detection recording mode is selected for the whole system but only certain cameras are required to make a motion record trigger. Use ▼▲ to select motion detection sensitivity section Use to highlight camera for setup Use ▼▲ to adjust sensitivity level Press ESC to save and exit.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 13 Press to select Hour (each block represents one hour time). Press MENU to enter. Use to highlight desired HOUR for playback. Press MENU to confirm selection and enter selected folder. NOTE: Each RECORDED FILE folder indicated with file start / end time and type of file recorded. Starting / Time The type of recorded file (Schedule / Motion / Manual) is indicated.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 14 System Setup Select to set up the general configuration of the system. Select SYSTEM SETUP, press the MENU button to enter sub-menu. Use ▼▲ to select the sub menu Date and Time Use ▲▼ to highlight DATE AND TIME, press MENU to enter. Use to highlight adjust: YEAR / MONTH / DATE / HOUR / MINUTE, use ▲▼ to adjust each section and press MENU to confirm adjustment. Press ESC to save and exit.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 15 Multi Channels Idle Display Selects style of display after no inputs received or selections made for 3 minutes .
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 16 Alarm Buzzer Select on/off for alarm sound on activation of motion detection on any camera . Select ALARM BUZZER, press the MENU button to turn buzzer ON or OFF. Note: The SD card must be inserted and have sufficient space for the alarm to operate. Alarm can also be switched on and off at front panel Pan, Tilt, Zoom Allows user to zoom image by 2x and then move around the zoomed image in the horizontal and vertical plane.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 17 Captured Image Playback Software Images captured by GuardCam-WF can be transferred to PC for storage and transfer. To increase the security of these images they are encoded in .snx format. Playback and control of .snx files is possible via the Sec24 Media Player included on the CD provided with your GuardCam-WF. Files are physically transferred from GuardCam-WFs micro SD card using the included MicroSD – SD coverter and SD – USB adaptor.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 18 Software Installation Insert the CD into the CD-ROM of the PC. Click on MY COMPUTER, double click on the drive where the CD-ROM is assigned by the PC (for example: E;\) and you will find the Sec24 Media Player icon. Please read the following steps to complete installation. Sec24 Media Player icon If Window 7 is running on your PC, please right click on icon “Sec24 Media Player” and select “Run as administrator” option first to begin installation.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 19 Double click the icon to start the installation process. Click “Next” to continue the installation. When the installation is completed, click “Finish” to exit the install wizard.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 20 Playback Recorded File(s) Double click the Sec24 Media Player icon on the desktop to start the software.  Sec24 Media Player icon Click on “Load” to import and playback previous recorded files (SNX files) already stored on your PC. Note: You will first need to save the files from the Micro SD card to the PC first. Using the supplied SD-USB adapter. During playback, all four channels can playback at once.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 21 Connecting to a Television Both GuardCam WF receivers can be directly connected to a television with AV inputs to display live images or menu controls. An AV lead is supplied for this purpose.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 22 Trouble Shooting Guide 22 Problem Solution No image appears • Make sure the power adaptor is not damaged or defective and is plugged into an electrical outlet with power. • Make sure the receiver has enough charge • Make sure the GuardCam-WF-T is powered. • Relocate the camera/receiver to obtain the best reception for wireless signals. • Make sure the camera is properly paired to the receiver.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 23 Best Practice Please consider the following points to achieve best performance from your GuardCam WF system. Before inserting an SD card for the first time and each time it is re-inserted it’s a good idea to format the card using a PC or Laptop. To format the SD card Ensure to save any required images to an alternative folder prior to formatting.
GuardCam WF Manual_Layout 2 28/11/2013 10:29 Page 24 Technical Specifications GuardCam WF-T Detection Method Sensor Range Camera Resolution LED Floodlight output Lumen output Time adjustment Lux adjustment Transmitter signal technology Transmitter output power Transmission Range Voltage Current drain IP rating Operating Temperature Dimensions Weight Passive Infrared 12m x 140° 640 X 480 8 PCS 1W Nichia High Power LED 1100 30 seconds ~ 7 minutes Dark - daylight 2.