Swann C510R Professional CCD Security Camera

by Swann

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 9.8 x 3.5 inches ; 2.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0007OKRIO
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: SW-C-C510R
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: August 2, 2005

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

From the Manufacturer

C-510R Security Camera
Classic camera styling with infra-red vision

The Swann C-510R color camera combines the sophisticated look and performance of a high-end security camera with the ease-of-use and low-cost benefits of DIY related products, and is equally suitable for use in commercial and residential applications. In addition to a number of electronic light controls, this camera uses an array of built-in IR LEDs to illuminate a distance of up to 65 feet. Included with the camera, is a 4mm lens, which can be swapped for any C/CS mount lens, including one with auto iris capabilities, should the need arise. Also included, is a 32ft (10m) long BNC video cable and a camera bracket for sturdy attachment to a wall or ceiling.

Better Resolution for a higher quality image
The Swann C-510R features an incredible 1/4-inch CCD image sensor a resolution of 400 TV Lines or 512 x 582 (PAL), 512 x 492 (NTSC).

About CCD
CCD stands for Charge Coupled Device, which is used as a type of image sensor. CCD sensors are high quality sensors that are commonly used in portable camcorders and similar video equipment. CCD sensors can usually handle more variation in light conditions than CMOS and are more sensitive so will work better in low and variable light conditions.

Spectacular Night Vision
The Infra-Red LEDs can project IR light that is invisible to the human eye but can be seen by the Swann C-510R to a distance ranging to 32ft / 10 metres. With a small amount of ambient light, such as street lighting and house lighting the distance can be extended.

Infra-Red Night Vision allows cameras to see in the dark, It is the method of using IR LEDs (Infra-Red Light Emitting Diodes) as illumination for a camera with a sensor that can see infra-red light provides the illumination needed to capture clear images in total darkness or low-light conditions

Infra-Red light is part of the light spectrum that is not visible to the human eye. Where there is insufficient visible light to see an object a Swann C-510R camera automatically activates its IR mode and sees the light from the IR LEDs using its IR image sensor. The resulting image is displayed as a black and white picture on your screen.

What's in the box:

• C-510R Camera
• Camera Stand
• Cable with BNC Connectors
• 4mm Fixed Lens
• Power Adapter
• BNC to RCA Adapter
• Quick Start Guide
• Thief Deterrent Stickers x 4

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Tips for Setting Up Your Security System

Please find the below handy setup tips for your security system

• For best results do NOT point the camera towards a light source such as the sun or light.
• Also do not have the camera in a shaded area looking out into a well lit area as this will display poor results. Example: If the camera is hidden in a mailbox, because the mailbox is dark inside the camera sensor will try to adjust according to the available light. But if outside the mailbox there is good light like sunshine, you will get poor results. The light to the camera sensor in the front of the camera needs to be the same as the light at the focal target for best results.
• Power for Wired and Wireless Cameras, both types of cameras require a power source, although the camera maybe weatherproof the connections to the AV cable and power adapter are not. Please make sure that these connections are in a water or moisture free environment.
• Over time the lens or front case glass may become dirty, please use a lint free cloth to clean both. Similar cloth that would be used to clean a CD Disc.
• Power adapters: all power adapters are for indoor use only and must be shielded from outdoor elements. When using an outdoor camera, please use extension cords to power the camera and keep cables away from the outdoor elements.
• When installing the camera, before screwing in the mounting bracket, check the image on the screen to see if the picture is clear from direct sun or light.

Product Description

The Swann Professional CCD Camera provides you with crisp clear images when connected to your TV, VCR, or Swann Security solution. With a C/CS inter-changeable lens system which allows for the addition of optional lenses#, the Swann Professional CCD Camera is ideal for Domestic to Commercial applications to suit your surveillance needs or location. #Extra lenses sold separately.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars It works and is inexpensive, January 16, 2009

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This review is from: Swann C510R Professional CCD Security Camera (Electronics)

Mine came with a 6mm lens - not the 4mm specified (and preferred). Luckily I purchased the wide angle lens which allows locating the camera in a corner.

Pros: Inexpensive, has top and bottom standard mounting (threaded). Clear picture. Infrared only active in DARK conditions.

Cons: Not the 4mm lens specified (I almost think I might have received a unit that was returned with a non-oem lens on it.) Infrared lights on front glow (red) visibly at all times - not super bright but definitely visible. Threading for lenses was rough. No way to deactivate infrared mode.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Professional Camera for the Money, September 27, 2007

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This review is from: Swann C510R Professional CCD Security Camera (Electronics)

I'm building a surveillance system. I coupled this with Avermedia's product card (NV7000), and it works wonderfully! The picture quality is awesome. It is a far outcry from the other cameras we have tried in that it is extremely better, and the others were in the same price range. The night vision is fine, but can use some boosting for more distance. But, you can get those IR boosters to do that. The picture quality is great in both color and the black and white. Also, no jumping of the images. I found the combination to be a wonderful alternative to higher end and higher costing systems available as kits.

On the other end of things, I found it a little longer setting up. It took me one day to get the system going. But, once it was setup, it is amazing. I believe it would couple well with any of the Avermedia cards to be honest. But, I cannot rate it with them since I've only tried it with the NV7000.

The 4mm lense is better than most cameras (which seem to range from 6mm to 12mm) for more area of coverage. But, I found wide angle lenses readily available for it on Amazon.