Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

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 WARNING SyMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
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will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.

Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

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Important Safety Information

Read all safety warnings and instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

Installation Safety
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1. Keep children and bystanders away 3. Wear ANSI-approved safety

while installing the cameras. Distractions goggles during installation.
can cause you to lose control.
4. This product is not a toy. Mount
2. Do not overreach when installing it out of reach of children.
this product. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. This enables
better control in unexpected situations.

Operation Safety
1. Do not operate electrically powered 3. Do not expose the power Adapter of
products in explosive atmospheres, this product to rain or wet conditions.
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such as in the presence of flammable Water entering the Power Adapter will
liquids, gases, or dust. Electrically increase the risk of electric shock.
powered products create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes. 4. Do not abuse the power cord. Never
use the cord for unplugging the plug
2. The adapter must match the outlet. from the outlet. Keep cord away
Never modify the plug in any way. from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets parts. Damaged or entangled cords
will reduce risk of electric shock. increase the risk of electric shock.

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5. The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot
cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this product,

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but must be supplied by the operator.

Service Safety
1. product service must be performed 4. Disconnect the Ac/Dc power Adapter
only by a qualified technician. from the power source before
making any adjustments, changing
2. When servicing a product, use only accessories, or storing this product.
identical replacement parts. Such preventive safety measures
3. Maintain this product with care. reduce the risk of electric shock.
Keep this product clean. Do not use 5. Maintain labels and nameplates on the unit.
a damaged product. Tag damaged

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These carry important safety information.
products “Do not use” until repaired. If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

SAVE THESE INSTRUcTIONS.

Grounding

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TO pREVENT ELEcTRIc SHOcK AND DEATH FROM
INcORREcT GROUNDING WIRE cONNEcTION:
check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the system.
Never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the system if the power cord or
plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
1. The included adapter does
not require grounding.
2. The adapter may be used in either
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of the 120 volt outlets shown in the

preceding illustration. (See Figure A.)

Figure A: Outlets for 2-prong plug

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 Grounding (continued)

Extension cords
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Note: Do not use an extension

cord with this item’s adapter.

Symbology

Double Insulated
V Volts

Canadian Standards
Association ~ Alternating Current

Underwriters
Laboratories, Inc. A Amperes
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Specifications

MONITOR
Monitor Input Rating 12VDC / 500m A
Screen Size 4.3" Diagonal
Color Configuration RGB Delta
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Resolution 480 x 272

Operating Temperature 14º to 122º F
Operating Humidity 85% Maximum
cAMERA
Image Sensor 1/4" Color CMOS
Horizontal Resolution 380 TVL
Effective Pixels 658 x 492
Focal Length 6 mm
Minimum Illumination 1.0 lux without LED
Night Vision Active (Illuminated) Infrared
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Camera Input Rating 12VDC / 100 mA

Operating Temperature - 4º to 122º F
Ingress Protection Rating IP42 - Protected from vertically dripping water

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 Setup

Read the ENTIRE IMpORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION section

at the beginning of this manual including all text under

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subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

components

Extension cables

Monitor

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power
Adapter

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cameras
connection cables

AV-OUTpUT
cable

Figure B
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 controls
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J
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D E F G H I
Figure c
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A Power Indicator Red light indicates the system has power

System On/
B Blue light indicates the system is turned on
Off Indicator
c 4.3" LCD Monitor Screen
D POWER Power On/Off button
Automatic continuous switching between the
E AUTO
two camera views at preset intervals
F MANUAL Manual switching between the two camera views
G MUTE Audio On/Off Button
H MENU Scroll through and access Menus
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I </> ˄/˅ Left/Right and Up/Down buttons for navigating Menus

J AV-OUT Audio/Video Output to Monitor or Recording Device (not included)
K DC 12V 12VDC Input

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connections
1. Connect Cameras to Monitor: cAUTION! The Monitor and Power Adapter
a. Connect the cables on the Camera MUST be used indoors in a clean, dry location.
to the Extension cables. 3. Connect to Monitor or Recording

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b. Connect the Extension cables Device: Use AV-OUT cable to connect
to the Connection cables. unit to another device (not included).
c. Connect the Connection cables to NOTIcE: cHEcK FEDERAL, STATE
AV1 and AV2 sockets on Monitor. AND LOcAL SURVEILLANcE LAWS
BEFORE INSTALLING VIDEO AND/OR
2. Connect the Power Adapter to the
AUDIO SURVEILLANcE EQUIpMENT.
DC 12V input socket on Monitor.
Plug the Power Adapter into a 120V
grounded electrical outlet.

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Not included
To Monitor or
Recording
Device

AV-OUT
Cable

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DC Power

Connection/Extension Cables
DC Power Out DC Power In

Extension Cable
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DC Power Out

Connection Cable

Figure D

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 camera Installation
IMpORTANT: Before mounting the cameras, connect all the cables and test the system to ensure
unit and cameras are working properly. Test the cameras for the best location before installing.

NOTIcE: When installing outdoors, 2. Route the AC/DC Adapter power cord
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mount cameras under eaves, cameras are and all cabling along a safe route without
not weather proof. protect connections creating a tripping hazard or exposing the
from moisture with electrical tape. cord and cables to possible damage.

1. When planning the mounting location and 3. Mount the Cameras to the
angle of the Cameras, consider the following: chosen locations as follows:
a. Do not mount the Cameras in a. Place the Bracket Base against the
bright or direct sunlight. mounting surface and use mounting
holes in the base as a template to mark
b. At night windows can reflect back
the three points for drilling pilot holes.
into the Camera, interfering with the
image. Test the Cameras in their WARNING! Verify that installation surface
intended location before mounting. has no hidden utility lines or other wiring
before drilling or driving screws.
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c. Choose locations high enough so

that the Cameras are out of reach of b. Drill the pilot holes.
children and others who might tamper c. Mount the Cameras using three
with the units, but still cover the appropriate fasteners through the three
desired viewing areas adequately. holes in the Bracket Base of each Camera.
d. Take into consideration the length of d. After the Cameras are mounted,
the cables and the need to place the run the cables to the Monitor.
Monitor in a safe, dry location. Do e. Adjust the Cameras to cover
not expose the Monitor to weather. the desired areas.
f. Once Cameras are installed, plug
the cables into the Monitor.
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Operating Instructions

Read the ENTIRE IMpORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION section

at the beginning of this manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

General Operating Instructions

1. peel off protective film 5. Press the MUTE button to
covering monitor screen. turn the audio on or off.
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2. Press the POWER switch on the Monitor 6. Use the MENU button and Left/Right (< / >) or
to turn on the system. The camera’s Up/Down (˄ / ˅) buttons to make adjustments
view should appear on the screen. or change settings following guidelines in
the MENU Settings section on page 9.
3. Press the AUTO button to select automatic
switching from one camera view to the other. 7. The system will operate continuously (day
and night) while the AC/DC Power Adapter
4. Press the MANUAL button to manually select is plugged in and the system is turned on.
between one camera view and the other.
8. When not using the system, unplug the
Power Adapter from the electrical outlet.

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MENU Settings
1. Press the POWER switch to turn on 5. To select system video standard:
the system. Press the MENU button to a. Select the SYSTEM menu
scroll through and access menus. (See using the MENU button.

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Figure C on page 6 for control layout).
b. Use the Left (<) or Right (>) buttons to
2. To adjust picture quality: select AUTO, PAL, NTSC, or SECAM.
a. Select the PICTURE menu 6. To apply preset timer options:
using the MENU button.
a. Select the PRESET menu
b. Use the Up (˄) or Down (˅) buttons to using the MENU button.
select BRIGHT, CONTRAST, or COLOR.
b. Use the Up (˄) or Down (˅)
c. Use the Left (<) or Right (>) buttons buttons to select SLEEP, TIME,
to adjust to the desired settings. OFF-TIME, or ON-TIME.
3. To adjust volume:
a. Select the VOLUME menu
using the MENU button.

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b. Use the Left (<) or Right (>) buttons to
adjust volume to the desired level.
c. Use the Left (<) or Right (>) buttons
4. To adjust time interval in AUTO switch mode: to adjust to the desired settings.
a. Select the OPTION menu
using the MENU button. Note: If power to the Monitor is cut off or the
system is shut off any settings previously
b. Select the desired setting by using entered in the PRESET menu will be lost and
the Left (<) or Right (>) buttons to the information will need to be re-entered.
adjust the time interval from 5 to 99
seconds for automatic switching from
one camera view to the other.

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 Inspection, Maintenance, and cleaning

procedures not specifically explained in this manual must

be performed only by a qualified technician.
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TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM ELEcTRIc SHOcK:

Unplug the power Adapter from its electrical outlet
before inspection, maintenance, or cleaning.

Monitor
1. pERIODIcALLy, inspect the general 2. pERIODIcALLy, wipe external
condition of the DVR. Check for: surfaces with clean cloth.
• loose hardware,
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• damaged cord/electrical wiring,

• cracked or broken parts, and
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.

camera
1. pERIODIcALLy, inspect the general 2. pERIODIcALLy:
condition of the Camera. Check for:
• Wipe external surfaces with clean cloth.
• loose hardware,
• Clean Camera lenses by applying
• damaged cord/electrical wiring, lens cleaning solution to scratch-free
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• cracked or broken parts, and cloth, then wiping lens. Do not

• any other condition that may apply solution directly to lenses.
affect its safe operation. 3. Maintain area surrounding Camera,
making sure obstacles don’t interfere with
visibility, such as overgrown bushes
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 Fcc STATEMENT
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio

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frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

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from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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 Limited 90 Day Warranty

Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality
and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from
defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This
warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or
accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation,
normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death,
injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages
arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to
you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with
transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint
must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or
replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot
readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our
expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not
within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.

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