Topics included in this article:
- Overview
- R1
- R100/R120
- R150
- R170
- R2/R200
- R230
- R360
- R400
- R410
- R500/R510/R540/R545
- R520
- R600
- Junction Box Conduit
- Helpful Links
- Contact Support or Sales
Overview
This article covers the general mounting instructions for all Rhombus cameras. For more detailed information on how to set up your Rhombus camera, see its respective setup article.
Note: To find accessories compatible with your Rhombus cameras, visit our website and search for your camera model. A list of compatible accessories will be on each model's page.
R1
R1 Installation Checklist
1. If mounting outdoors, read our Preventing Water Damage article, and follow all guidance.
2. Mounting plate removed and attached firmly attach to the surface.
3. Cable routed through mounting plate for cleaner look, if desired.
4. Ethernet cable fully clipped into camera.
5. Cable gasket and screw cap applied (critical for outdoor waterproofing).
6. Camera clipped securely onto mount plate.
7. Camera aimed correctly and ball joint tightened firmly.
8. Connected 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. 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.
R100/R120
R100/R120 Installation Checklist
1. If mounting outdoors, be sure to prevent water damage. Waterproofing the cable connection is critical for outdoor use.
2. Ensure the Ethernet cable is fully clipped into the jack.
3. Camera aimed in the desired direction, and the light sensor is either above or below the lens and not blocked by the dome housing.
4. Replace the dome bubble and screw on tightly.
5. 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.
R150
1. Use the included alignment sticker to drill a 21mm diameter hole for the lens module.
2a. Use the included hex nut to install the lens module to surfaces no thicker than 5mm (0.2in).
2b. For a flush-mounted installation, use the snap-on bracket to adhere the lens module to the mounting surface.
- Insert the lens module into the plastic bracket. Tighten screws as needed.
- Peel the plastic film from the front of the plastic bracket to expose adhesive.
- Ensure mounting surface is free from dust and oils for best adhesion.
- Adhere plastic bracket to mounting surface by pressing in place for 30 seconds.
3. Use two included M3x16mm round head self-tapping screws to mount the camera hub to desired mounting surface.
R170
1. Remove the dome by unscrewing the two housing screws using a Phillips screwdriver.
2. Use the included round-head self-tapping screws to mount the camera base to the surface. When mounting to a softer material, use the included anchors.
3. Replace the dome and tighten the housing screws with a Phillips screwdriver.
R2/R200
R2/R200 Installation Checklist
1. If mounting outdoors, be sure to prevent water damage. Waterproofing the cable connection is critical for outdoor use.
2. Ensure the Ethernet cable is fully clipped into the jack.
3. Camera is aimed in the desired direction, and light sensor is either above or below the lens and not blocked by the dome housing.
4. Replace the dome and screw on tightly.
5. 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
1. If mounting outdoors, be sure to prevent water damage. Waterproofing the cable connection is critical for outdoor use.
2. Open the dome by unscrewing two housing screws with the included Torx tool.
3. Use two included round-head self-tapping screws to mount the base to the surface.
4. Use two included anchors when mounting to softer materials.
5. Replace the dome and tighten two housing screws with the included Torx tool.
- When removing the dome, do not pull on the pigtail.
- It is critical that the dome housing does not cover the Ambient Light Sensor. 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.
Figure 5.) R230 light and IR sensors.
R360
R360 Installation Checklist
1. If mounting outdoors, be sure to prevent water damage. Waterproofing the cable connection is critical for outdoor use.
2. Ensure the ethernet cable is fully clipped into the jack.
3. 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.
4. Replace the dome bubble and screw on tightly.
5. 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
R400 Installation Checklist
1. If mounting outdoors, be sure to prevent water damage. Waterproofing the cable connection is critical for outdoor use.
2. Ensure the Ethernet cable is fully clipped into the jack.
3. Camera aimed in the desired direction, and the light sensor is either above or below the lens and not blocked by the dome housing.
4. Replace the dome bubble and screw on tightly.
5. 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.
R410
1. To install the R410, use the provided T20 Torx security key to unscrew the dome screws and remove the top cover. After the top cover is removed, remove the mounting plate by unscrewing the two Phillips screws holding the camera base to the mounting plate.
2. Use the mounting plate as a template to pre-drill holes into the desired mounting surface. Fasten the mounting plate to the surface using the included mounting screws.
3. After the mounting plate is secured, mount the camera base to the mounting plate. Follow the waterproofing steps to route the PoE cable into the device and ensure that the sealing grommet is properly secured.
4. Once mounted, replace the top cover and secure the dome screws using the included T20 Torx security key.
Note: Adequate fastening of cover screws is required to ensure a proper seal.
5. If mounting the device vertically or on an exterior location and the PoE cable is not routed through the mounting surface or a conduit box, ensure the cable exits downward to prevent water ingress.
R500/R510/R540/R545
1. Use the camera as a mounting template to pre-drill holes into the desired mounting surface. Fasten the device to the surface using the included mounting screws. Follow waterproofing steps to avoid water damage to the cable.
2. The camera viewing angle can be adjusted by loosening the screws on the side of the base arm. Adjust the arm as needed and tighten the arm screws to lock the camera in place.
3. If mounting the device outdoors, ensure the cable exits downward to prevent water ingress unless routed through a mounting surface or conduit box.
R520
For the R520, we offer a junction box, a corner bracket, and a pole bracket for mounting. A complete list of our accessories can be found here.
Junction Box
To take the top off the junction box, remove the screws and use a good amount of force to pull off the front plate. Next, remove the rubber gasket from the front hole and feed the pigtail cable through the front of the mount.
Pole Bracket
To mount an R520 to a pole (Items required: R520, R520 Junction Box, Pole Bracket):
| 1. Remove the top plate of the R520 junction box by removing the 4 screws. |
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| 2. Remove the rubber gasket from the top plate of the junction box. |
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| 3. While leaving the front plate off, mount the junction box to the pole bracket. |
| 4. Route the R520 pigtail cable through the gasket. Insert the cable gasket assembly back into the plate. |
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| 5. Mount the R520 camera to the top plate of the junction box. |
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| 6. Connect the pigtail to the PoE cable. Use the waterproofing kit for weatherproofing. |
| 7. Screw the top plate of the pole bracket back to the junction box. |
Corner Bracket
To mount an R520 to a corner (items required: R520, R520 Junction Box, Corner Bracket):
| 1. Remove the top plate of the R520 junction box by removing the 4 screws. |
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| 2. Remove the rubber gasket from the top plate of the junction box. |
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| 3. While leaving the front plate off, mount the junction box to the corner bracket. |
| 4. Route the R520 pigtail cable through the gasket. Insert the cable gasket assembly back into the plate. |
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| 5. Mount the R520 camera to the top plate of the junction box. |
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| 6. Connect the pigtail to the PoE cable. Use the waterproofing kit for weatherproofing. |
| 7. Screw the top plate of the corner bracket back to the junction box. |
R600
Mounting Plate
| 1. Route cable(s) through the hole. |
| 2. Connect the safety tether wire to the anchor on the mounting plate. |
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| 3. Line up the triangles from the camera and the mounting plate and turn clockwise. It will snap into place. |
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| 4. To remove the mounting plate, push the button aligned with the Rhombus logo, and rotate counter-clockwise. |
Cap
| 1. Connect the safety wire to the safety wire clip used to connect the mounting plate to the camera. |
| 2. Thread the ethernet cable through the mounting plate and cap. |
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| 3. Screw the cap to the bottom of the mounting plate, aligning the screws. |
Junction Box Conduit
- ACC-R100-JB2: PF 1/2"
- ACC-ARM-JB: PF 3/4"
- ACC-R52-JB: PF 3/4"
- ACC-R23-JB: G 1/2"
- R400: 3/4" NPT
- ACC-R5-JB: 3/4" NPT
- ACC-R3S-JBW: 3/4" NPT
- ACC-R3A-CND: 3/4" NPT
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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