TROUBLESHOOTING
If you do not see a picture on your TV:
Check that the Receiver and the Camera are on the same letter channel (A, B, C, or D). On the Receiver the switch is on the bottom. On the Camera the switch is located under the rubber plug on the base of the unit. Make sure you replace the plug afterwards if you intend to use the camera outdoors.
There is a power light on the front of the Receiver. Check that the power switch on the side of the Receiver is ON.
Check that the Camera is turned on. For single camera systems the power supply for the Camera will normally be on (it powers up on). For
Verify that your connections to the TV are correct. If you are using the RCA jacks, make sure you are using the appropriate input mode for your TV, try pressing the
If you connected the Receiver to a VCR and then connected the VCR to your TV, you might need to turn the VCR OFF to see the Camera's picture on your TV. Or you might need to turn the VCR on, AND set it to record the picture from the Camera, in order to see the picture on your TV. Or you might need to press the
If you get a picture but the quality is poor:
Try different positions for the antennas on the Camera and Receiver. Normally they should point at each other. Sometimes, due to reflections, you might get a better picture with the Receiver's antenna pointing to the ceiling.
Take a look at what the video signal is passing through or near to get to the Receiver. Metal objects and electromagnetic fields can distort the signal. Try to keep the Receiver as far away from other devices as the cables allow.
In most cases, relocating the Camera or Receiver a few feet is enough to avoid the source of interference.
Try unplugging/turning off any electromagnetic interference producing devices, such as a microwave oven, baby monitor, computer, wireless LAN, wireless speakers, cordless phone, cell phone, etc.
Other 2.4 GHz devices can distort the Camera's picture and/or cause buzzing in the audio. If you are experiencing interference between X10 Cameras and some other equipment that uses 2.4 GHz, check the other device's owner's manual for the frequencies of each channel that it uses. X10 cameras use the following frequencies: Channel A: 2.411 GHz, Chan B: 2.434 GHz, Chan C: 2.453 GHz, Chan D: 2.473 GHz. We recommend using a frequency on the other device that is farthest from channel A or D, depending on which side of the band the other device is transmitting. Otherwise you will need to discontinue use of the device while using the Cameras.
If the camera is out of focus:
The camera is shipped preset to be in focus for normal use, but if you want to change the focus you can remove the clear plastic cover and rotate the inner portion of the lens. It might be a bit tight. Try turning it counterclockwise first. If you turn it clockwise do not force or over tighten it. For outdoor use, replace the clear plastic cover to keep the rain out.
If you are having difficulty turning the Camera on/off remotely:
Plug the Transceiver (the white module with an antenna) into a different outlet. Note a Transceiver (sold separately) is REQUIRED for
If the Remote Control (sold separately) doesn't do anything.
Check that the red light on the remote comes on when you press any button. Check that you have the batteries installed correctly, replace if necessary with 4 AAA alkaline batteries. Try the Transceiver in different outlets (see above).
For more help with setup please visit www.x10.com/support
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