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How to Install a Wireless Security Camera Outside Your Home

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Follow these instructions to install a wireless home security camera outside your home.

From Quick Guide: Home Security Cameras
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  1. Step 1

    Decide where you want to install the camera.

  2. Step 2

    Pick the best angle for the camera.

  3. Step 3

    Choose the height of the camera position.

  4. Step 4

    Hold the camera's mounting bracket in place with one hand and use a pencil to mark the screw holes with the other.

  5. Step 5

    Select a drill bit that is slightly smaller than the screw you will use to mount the bracket.

  6. Step 6

    Drill a hole into the wall.

  7. Step 7

    Hold the mounting bracket in place and insert the screws into the predrilled holes.

  8. Step 8

    Place the camera onto the mounting bracket.

  9. Step 9

    Plug the camera into an outlet or insert batteries, depending on the type of camera you own.

  10. Step 10

    Follow the manufacturer's directions to synchronize the camera to the base station.

Tips & Warnings
  • To prevent an electrical fire, be sure the power source is correctly connected and properly shielded from moisture.

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