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Camera Installation Guidelines
Cisco PVC2300 and WVC2300 Internet Video Cameras with Audio Administration Guide 18
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Camera Installation Guidelines
Consider the following guidelines before installing and mounting your cameras.
While the motion detection window and the degree of sensitivity can be optimized
later, it is best to optimize your camera location first.
• Choose a location that provides adequate coverage of the area to be
monitored.
• If using the microphone in the camera, note that the cameras are designed
to pick up audio from a distance (unlike a web camera that you would place
near you.)
• If using an external microphone or speaker, place the microphone far
enough away from the speaker to avoid feedback. The volume of the
speaker and the background noise of the environment will determine the
exact distance, possibly up to one yard (one meter) away.
• Cameras mounted outdoors should be installed in an IP66-certified
enclosure to protect the camera from the elements, while maintaining
acceptable operating temperatures. If an enclosure is used, an external
microphone is required for audio.
• If using motion detection, consider potential sources of false positives, such
as trees and shrubs, drastic light changes, wandering animals, and traffic.
Camera Hardware Installation
Follow these steps to install the PVC2300 or WVC2300 camera:
NOTE Before attaching the camera extension or swivel head, the stand base can be
mounted in a permanent location by using three screws to secure the stand base
to the desired location.
STEP 1 (Optional) Attach the base of the camera stand to a permanent location by using
three screws.