First Alert DWC-400 user manual Appendix, Technical Specifications

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APPENDIX

4 TROUBLESHOOTING/SPECIFICATIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

Error

System is not receiving power or is not powering up

There is no picture on selected channels/cam- era picture is not being displayed

At night, only white appears on the screen

A black and white image appears at night

Poor image quality

Low or unstable signal

Audio Feedback

Possible Cause

Cable from power adapter is loose or is un- plugged. No power at electrical outlet.

Camera out of range

Camera not “Paired”

Signal is blocked

The power supply for the camera is not plugged in

No power being received at the electrical outlet

The camera’s infra-red LEDs shine invisible light that reflects of surfaces such as glass causing white light

This is normal operation for night vision

Interference

Antenna direction is limited

Signal has been blocked

Strong radio signal nearby

Strong electromagnetic interference nearby

Camera and receiver are too close

TROUBLE

SolutionsSHOOTING

Confirm that all cables are connected correctly.

Confirm that the power adapter is securely connected to the back of the unit.

Confirm power is on at electrical outlet.

Locate camera closer to receiver.

Connect camera through Camera Pairing menu.

If possible, remove major obstacles in between the camera and the receiver. Or, relocate the camera to another location.

Confirm camera power supply is connected correctly.

Confirm power is on at electrical outlet

Place the camera on the other side of windows to try to improve the night vision or place in a well lit area.

No action required.

Place the camera and/or receiver antenna at a new angle or readjust its position to make an improvement.

Remove obstacles between the camera and receiver that might affect the signal (e.g., furniture, cabinets, and walls.)

Relocate the camera closer to the receiver.

Adjust the camera antenna and receiver position

If possible, remove major obstacles in between the camera and receiver. Or, relocate the camera to another location.

Keep WIFI router away from the camera and/or receiver.

Keep active appliances such as hair dryers, heat fans, air conditioners, water pumps, or microwave ovens away from the camera and/or receiver.

The camera has a high sensitivity microphone. Keep the camera at least 10 feet away from the receiver. If the camera must be within 10 feet of the receiver, keep the volume down.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Item

Camera

Device Parameter

Wireless Parameters

Communication Range

Camera Resolution

IR LED’s

IR Cut Filter

Weather Resistant Rating

Night Vision

Operating Temperature

Operating Voltage

Current Consumption

Dimensions

SpecificationSPECIFICATIONS

2.4GHz secure digital wireless with 24 transmission channels using Frequency Hop- ping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) technology

2.4GHz secure digital wireless at approximately 500 feet (150 meters) open space line of sight

640 x 480

25

Automatic for daytime true color IP-66

60’ (18m)

14 °F to 122 °F (-10 °C to 50°C) DC 5V / 1A

860mA (max)

4.8”D (123mm) x 2.6”W (65mm) x 2.6”H (65mm) camera barrel only 6.2”D (157mm) x 2.75”W (70mm) x 8.5”H (216mm) w/stand and antenna

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DWC-400 specifications

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