S4 Tech DOG User Manual - Terminating Cat-5 Cable
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Terminating CAT-5 Cable
It is recommended that CAT-5 cables be terminated using the T568B wiring standard as shown below.
Figure 28: CAT-5 Termination Wiring
S4 Tech can supply CAT-5 options that include 1000ft CAT-5e cable spools, EZRJ-45 crimp tools and
connectors, and stripping tools – see the Replacement Parts section below. The EZRJ-45 products
allow longer (2-4”) lead wires to be used, making the RJ45 connection process much easier.
Troubleshooting
The Camera does not operate when first connected to the CAT-5 cable:
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Test the CAT-5 cable to see if it or the connector is bad
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Use a known good piece of CAT-5 cable to test the camera.
The Camera Image is Blurry
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Visually inspect the camera lens for external dust or internal condensation.
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If there is dust on lens, use a lint free cloth or wipe to clean it off. The application of
RAIN-X water repellant may help minimize frequent dust collection on the lens.
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If internal condensation is present loosen the end cap of the camera 5 turns and leave
camera powered on for several hours. Once condensation has burned off then retighten.
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If there is no visible dust or condensation on the lens, then refocus the lens per the
Change/Focus Lens procedure described above.
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If none of these actions work, then send in camera module for repair/replacement
VPD does not power up properly when all four cameras are plugged in – the video is noisy or
black.
Unplug all remote camera units and power up the VPD. With the VPD still powered on, plug
the remote cameras back in one at a time.
Video image comes and goes on the monitor.
Try moving the CAT-5 cable around near the
connectors on both the camera end and the base station end. If the video fluctuates with the cable
movement then the cable is going bad.