The CA101 Series – 1080p Analog Wired Turret Camera can be installed on any indoor or outdoor wall or ceiling for optimal coverage.

For additional support, visit the Compatibility Page or check the Lorex Help Center for setup and troubleshooting resources.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• What’s Included
• Camera Placement Tips
• Camera Overview
• Connecting the Camera to the DVR
• Installing the Camera
• Removing the Camera

What’s Included

• 1080p Analog Wired Turret Camera
• Mounting base
• Mounting template
• 3 × wall anchors
• 3 × mounting screws
• BNC / DC extension cable
• Power adapter

Camera Placement Tips

• Height: Install the camera 8–10 ft (2.5–3 m) above the ground.
• Angle: Tilt the camera slightly downward to clearly capture faces and important details.
• Coverage: Position the camera toward entry points such as doors, driveways, or walkways.
• Clear view: Avoid pointing the camera at walls, trees, or reflective surfaces.
• Night vision: Keep objects away from the lens to prevent IR reflection.

Camera Overview

The following diagram highlights the main components of the CA101 Series camera:

1. Infrared (IR) lights / Deterrence lights (x2)
2. Camera lens
3. Sensor
4. Release button
   
5. Cable notch
6. 12V DC power connector
7. BNC connector

Connecting the Camera to the DVR

Before installing, ensure the camera is ready to capture footage by connecting it to your DVR’s video input with the BNC/DC cable.

Installing the Camera

1. Decide how you want to route the camera cable:
   • Through the wall: Drill a hole behind the mounting location to route the cable through the wall.
   • Along the wall: Route the cable through the cable notch on the mounting base. If the notch is covered, use pliers to carefully remove the plastic tab along the pre-scored indentation.
2. Use the included mounting template to mark the screw holes.
3. Drill the marked holes.
4. Insert the supplied wall anchors, if required.
5. Press the release button on the mounting base to detach the mounting base from the camera body.
6. Secure the mounting base to the wall or ceiling using the provided screws.
7. Connect the camera cable to the BNC video cable and the power adapter.
8. Attach the camera body to the mounting base. Adjust the camera to your desired viewing angle, then press the camera firmly into the mounting base until it locks into place.
9. Remove the protective vinyl film from the camera lens.

Removing the Camera

1. Press and hold the release button on the mounting base.
2. Pull the camera body away from the mounting base to remove it.