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Indoor/Outdoor Analog Wired
Cameras with 15" LCD Monitor
and Built-In DVR
Model 1501
USER'S MANUAL
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©2010 Lehigh Consumer Products, LLC All rights reserved. Distributed by Lehigh Consumer Products, LLC, Macungie, PA 18062. Due to continuing product development, the product inside the packaging may look slightly different than the one on the package. Lehigh Consumer Products, LLC is a subsidiary of Jarden Corporation (NYSE: JAH). To obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs Division at 1-800-323-9005, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a
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Table of Contents Safety ...............................................................................................................................1 Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................................... 1 FCC Compliance ............................................................................................................................. 1 Disposal .........................................
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Table of Contents Model 1501 User's Manual Basic .............................................................................................................................................. 23 Language................................................................................................................................ 24 Date/Time .............................................................................................................................. 24 Password .....
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Safety SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not drop, puncture, or disassemble the camera. Never tug on the power adapter. Use the plug to remove it from the wall. Do not expose the camera to high temperatures. For your own safety, avoid using the camera when there is a storm or lightning. Use the device with care. Avoid pressing hard on the camera body. Do not crush or damage the power cable. FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjected to
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Safety Model 1501 User's Manual DISPOSAL These symbols indicate that it is prohibited to dispose of these batteries in the household waste. You can take spent batteries that can no longer be charged to the designated collection points in your community. 2
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Getting to Know Your Model 1501 System Congratulations on purchasing your First Alert Security Camera product. First Alert has been helping families and businesses stay safe for over 50 years. By having a First Alert Security Camera, you’re taking the first step in protecting your home or business from damage or theft. We’re watching, even when you’re not. CHECK PACKAGE CONTENTS After unpacking the carton, check the contents for damage. Contact the manufacturer immediately if any par
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Getting to Know Your 1501 System Model 1501 User's Manual FEATURES 15” LCD monitor with built-in DVR Equipped with 500GB hard drive H.264 compression format Mobile phone / web-ready system Includes 12 infrared LEDs for night vision Indoor/outdoor cameras Includes 60 ft BNC cables ABOUT THE MONITOR-DVR FRONT PANEL 15" high-definition, digital LCD (1027x768, RGB) LCD panel power indicator base 4
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Getting to Know Your 1501 System Model 1501 User's Manual REAR PANEL 4 3 2 1 5 6 7 8 ① Audio Output ② Video Output ③ Audio Input (1–4) ④ Video Input (1–4) ⑤ DC 12V Power Socket ⑥ USB Ports ⑦ Alarm Input (1-4) GND: Ground NO/COM: Alarm Output 485A/B: PTZ Control +/- 232TX/RR: RS232 connector to PC +12V, 100 mA connectors to DC power relays ⑧ RJ45, Ethernet 10/100Base-T 5
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Getting to Know Your 1501 System Model 1501 User's Manual ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL Open PTZ control window* Input numbers and letters; in preview mode Keyboard 0-9 select channels Open Device Number input dialog box Back space to delete current input Page up; turn up Page down; turn down Move cursor up Move cursor down Move cursor left Move cursor right Enter Return to previous menu; exit operation Open main menu Switch display modes (quad/single p
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Getting to Know Your 1501 System Model 1501 User's Manual ABOUT THE CAMERAS AND MOUNTING KITS The Model 1501 security system includes four wired-indoor/outdoor color CCD security cameras, four camera stands, mounting kits and 60 ft of BNC cables for each camera. IR LEDs camera lens adjustable camera stand mounting bracket 7
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Setting Up Your Model 1501 System GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Use only the two power supplies provided with the system. Unplug the power supplies when the system is not in use for extended time periods. Do not place any of the equipment near a radiator, vent, or other place where it might be exposed to heat, moisture, dust, vibrations or strong magnetic fields. Place the monitor in a well-ventilated location to prevent overheating. Do not attempt to repair the equipment. Con
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Setting Up Your Model 1501 System Model 1501 User's Manual INSTALLING AND CONNECTING THE CAMERAS 1 Select the position for the camera and install a mounting bracket (supplied). Screws and anchors are supplied. Use an appropriate screw type for the mounting surface. 2 Screw the camera on the bracket. Tighten the lock nut to secure the camera on the bracket. lock nut thumb bolts camera mounting bracket 3 Adjust camera to the proper view angle. Make sure the lens is upright rela
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Setting Up Your Model 1501 System Model 1501 User's Manual video connection audio connection CONNECTING THE MONITOR-DVR TO AN EXTERNAL CONNECTION EXTERNAL HDD The Model 1501 system has an internal SATA 500GB HDD (hard disk drive), which can be expanded with an external SATA HDD to 1TB by setting the jumper on SATA I, limit to 1.5GB/s operation mode. Connect the HDD using the available USB port on the bottom of the monitor-DVR. INTERNET Use the standard RJ45 connection on the
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Setting Up Your Model 1501 System Model 1501 User's Manual Normal-Close Connection Normal-Open Connection Alarm Output Connection 11
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Mouse Operations In addition to operating the system by using the buttons on the remote control, the system can be operated using a mouse. This chapter provides a quick start overview of the operating commands available using the mouse functions. For detailed descriptions of the menu options, see the next chapter Operating Menus. SURVEILLANCE INTERFACE Connect the DC 12V power supply adapter to the monitor-DVR to power-up the system. The power LED on the monitor will light and the su
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Mouse Operations Model 1501 User's Manual MOUSE MENUS Click the right mouse key to open the Shortcut Menu. Scroll the cursor to highlight an option and click the left mouse key to open the sub-menu. SHORTCUT MENU Click the right mouse key to open the Shortcut menu from the surveillance interface. Click the left mouse key to select an option: go to the Main menu; lock the system; change the channel; search the recording; control PTZ*; mute the sound; and manually begin and stop re
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Mouse Operations Model 1501 User's Manual PTZ CONTROL (OPTION) The PTZ is an optional feature available on some cameras. This feature is not available on the cameras supplied with the Model 1501 system, but the system software is PTZ-ready. Click right key on the surveillance interface to open the Shortcut menu. Choose PTZ to enter the PTZ control interface. Drag the cursor to adjust the PTZ moving speed. Use the direction keys to move the PTZ up/down/left/right. Click + / - to adju
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Operating Menus This chapter provides information about the menu screens displayed on the LCD monitor. The menus are used to control the various functions of the DVR system. The user selects options from a series of menus and executes the actions by using the keypad on the DVR or the remote control. MAIN MENU Use the Main Menu to access all the operating and programming menus. Search Record HDD – hard disk management Basic Advance Access the Main Menu from the surveil
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Operating Menus Model 1501 User's Manual SEARCH Access the Record Search menu from the Main Menu. Use this menu to search for recordings made on a specific date. Double click a time box (hourly increments for the date selected) to select video for that hour. Click SEARCH to search all files. Click PLAYBACK to play the video. RECORD SEARCH Click right key on the surveillance interface to open the Shortcut menu. Choose RECORD to search and playback the recording. Note: Green m
