Topics included in this article:
- R2/R200 Mounting Methods
- R230 Mounting Methods
- R360 Mounting Methods
- R400 Mounting Methods
- R100/R120 Mounting Methods
- R1 Mounting Methods
- Helpful Links
- Contact Support or Sales
Note: To find accessories compatible with your Rhombus cameras, please visit our website and search for your camera model. A list of compatible accessories will be on each model's page.
R2/R200 Mounting Methods
R2/R200 Installation Checklist
- If mounting outdoors, please be sure to prevent water damage. Waterproofing the cable connection is critical for outdoor use.
- Ensure the Ethernet cable is fully clipped into the jack.
- Camera is aimed in the desired direction, and light sensor is either above or below the lens and not blocked by the dome housing.
- Replace the dome and screw on tightly.
- Connect to PoE.
Special Notes for R2-180
- R2-180 can be mounted on a wall or ceiling.
- When wall mounting, it can see along the wall in both directions.
- On a ceiling, it can provide a view of half the area around it; two colocated R2-180's can provide full coverage of the area.
- R2-180 has multiple de-warping options with different fields of view, which should be considered as the view is aimed.
R2/R200 Direct Mounting
The R2/R200 can be screwed directly to a wall or ceiling surface using the included screws and anchors as shown in Figure 1. These are meant for softer materials like drywall or drop ceiling panels. For the best aesthetics and protection, the cable should be routed through the surface, through a 25mm hole behind the camera.
Figure 1.) Mounting screws and anchors included with the camera.
The cable connection can't fit behind the camera unless it's wired through the wall or ceiling. If it is not possible to wire through the wall or ceiling, and you wish to conceal the connection, the compatible Junction Box in Figure 2.) can be used. If using adhesive instead of screws to attach R2/R200 to a surface, the Junction Box also provides more surface area for the adhesive to apply to.
Figure 2.) Wiring connection concealed in a junction box.
Figure 3.) R200 junction box side angle.
R2/R200 Arm Mounting
The compatible cap enables use with wall-mounted arms, ceiling-mounted brackets, and extension rods using the 1.5" NPT standard thread; wall arms can also be connected to corner or pole brackets. The R2/R200 screws directly to the compatible cap using the screws included with the R2/R200. The cable connection can be concealed inside the compatible cap.
Figure 4.) Mounting an R2/R200 with an arm mount.
R230 Mounting Methods
- If mounting outdoors, please be sure to prevent water damage. Waterproofing the cable connection is critical for outdoor use.
- Ensure the Ethernet cable is fully clipped into the jack.
- If there is a need to remove the dome, do not pull on the pigtail.
- It is critical that the ambient light sensor is not covered by the dome housing. This determines transitions between night and day.
- For best nighttime performance, ensure that the four IR LEDs are not blocked. If some of them are blocked, nighttime performance may be degraded.
- Replace the dome bubble and screw on tightly.
- Connect to PoE.
Figure 5.) R230 light and IR sensors.
R360 Mounting Methods
R360 Installation Checklist
- If mounting outdoors, please be sure to prevent water damage. Waterproofing the cable connection is critical for outdoor use.
- Ensure the ethernet cable is fully clipped into the jack.
- Aim the camera in the desired direction, and ensure the light sensor is either above or below the lens and not blocked by the dome housing.
- Replace the dome bubble and screw on tightly.
- Connect to PoE.
R360 Direct Mounting
The R360 can be mounted on a wall, ceiling, or tabletop. It will give a 360-degree immersive view of its surroundings. You can also select tile view (6 tile limit), or fisheye view.
Aiming of the lens is not required. Do not attempt to adjust the physical lens of the R360, the camera lens does not move.
Locating the R360 in the center of a room or space will give the most complete view and cover the most area.
Screws are included but different mounting materials and situations may require different types of fasteners. Optional accessories could allow the R360 to mount to walls, poles, corners, and more.
Note: When securing the R360 camera dome, ensure that the light sensor and light pipe are lined up. Failure to line up the sensor correctly may result in incorrect light sensor readings and device malfunction. Also, unscrewing and re-screwing will inhibit the device from being able to focus.
Figure 6.) Light sensor and light pipe location on the R360. Ensure these are lined up when putting the dome back on so the light sensor is not blocked.
R400 Mounting Methods
R400 Installation Checklist
- If mounting outdoors, please be sure to prevent water damage. Waterproofing the cable connection is critical for outdoor use.
- Ensure the Ethernet cable is fully clipped into the jack.
- Camera aimed in the desired direction, and the light sensor is either above or below the lens and not blocked by the dome housing.
- Replace the dome bubble and screw on tightly.
- Connect to PoE.
R400 Direct Mounting
Figure 7.) The R400 can be screwed directly to a wall or ceiling surface using the included screws and anchors (for softer materials like drywall or drop ceiling panels.)
Figure 8.) Side passthrough waterproofing example. For best aesthetics and protection, the cable should be routed through the side or bottom opening. Use the waterproofing adapter.
Figure 9.) Bottom passthrough waterproofing example. For best aesthetics and protection, the cable should be routed through the side or bottom opening. Use the waterproofing adapter.
Note: The cable connection can not fit behind the camera unless it's inside the wall or ceiling. If the connection can't fit and you wish to conceal it, a junction box can conceal the connection. If using adhesive instead of screws to attach R360 to a surface, the Junction Box also provides more surface area for the adhesive to apply to.
R100/R120 Mounting Methods
R100/R120 Installation Checklist
- If mounting outdoors, please be sure to prevent water damage. Waterproofing the cable connection is critical for outdoor use.
- Ensure the Ethernet cable is fully clipped into the jack.
- Camera aimed in the desired direction, and the light sensor is either above or below the lens and not blocked by the dome housing.
- Replace the dome bubble and screw on tightly.
- Connect to PoE.
R100/R120 Wall Mounting
These devices can be screwed directly to a wall or ceiling surface using the included screws and anchors (for softer materials like drywall or drop ceiling panels.) For best aesthetics and protection, the cable should be routed through the surface, through a 25mm hole behind the camera.
R1 Mounting Methods
R1 Installation Checklist
- If mounting outdoors, read the article Preventing Water Damage and follow all guidance.
- Mount plate removed and attached firmly attach to the surface.
- Cable routed through mount plate for cleaner look, if desired.
- Ethernet cable fully clipped into camera.
- Cable gasket and screw cap applied (critical for outdoor waterproofing.)
- Camera clipped securely onto mount plate.
- Camera aimed correctly and ball joint tightened firmly.
- Connect to PoE.
R1 Wall Mounting
- Wood/stud: Use included screws.
- Drywall/plaster: Use included screws with included anchors.
- Glass or smooth surface: 3M Command Adhesive Strips, model 17021P. Use 2 strips per camera.
R1 Ceiling Mounting
- Wood/stud: Use included screws.
- Drywall/plaster: Use included screws with included anchors.
- Adhesive: Not recommended for ceiling use.
- Drop ceiling: 1/8-inch x 2-inch toggle bolts.
- Drop ceiling rails: Twist or scissor drop ceiling clips with ¼-20 camera studs. o Extend camera down from ceiling with extension rods for better facial recognition.
R1 ¼-20 Stud Attachment
R1 Ethernet Cable Removal
- Any small flathead screwdriver.
- Long needle-nose pliers or tweezers.
- The cap of a ballpoint pen, using the pocket clip.
- Paper clip.
R1 Mounting Accessories
- A dome enclosure for R1 is available, to change the aesthetic and improve tamper resistance.
- The dome enclosure, when used with the R1 Cap, enables use with wall-mounted arms, ceiling-mounted brackets, and extension rods using the 1.5" NPT standard thread; wall arms can also be connected to corner or pole brackets.
Helpful Links
Contact Support or Sales
Have more questions? Contact Rhombus Support at +1 (877) 746-6797 option 2 or support@rhombus.com.
Interested in learning more? Contact Rhombus Sales at +1 (877) 746-6797 option 1 or sales@rhombus.com.
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