How to Connect A Spy Camera To Your TV

In order to view or record a spy camera image you need a monitor. This can be a “CCTV” monitor or a regular TV with RCA style Inputs (usually Yellow Red and White) on the back or front of your TV.

If you are using a “CCTV” style monitor just plug the video wire from the spy camera into the video “input” of the monitor. You will have a picture automatically. Some “CCTV” monitors will use an "A/B" Switch.


If you are using a “TV” or “VCR” you will need to tell the TV/VCR which input to use. Plug the spy camera into “Video In” on the TV/VCR (Usually Yellow) and use the Video selector switch to choose the correct input. (This is Usually found in the menu commands) Check the manufactures instructions if you need to.) Some VCRs use a "Input button on the front of the machine or on the remote. The input name can V1 V2 or L1 L2 or AUX or Game. There can be combinations of them as well.


If the VCR is connected to The TV using a Cable TV type wire, plug the spy camera into the VCR yellow inputs and use the VCR controls to set the input. (The input on many VCRS is L1 or L2)

If you are using a computer monitor follow the instructions that came with your video card or monitor to view the spy camera picture on a PC monitor.

Some newer TVS have a Component setting as well. It can be frustrating trying to figure out the correct one.

Here are some tips to help you get started.

• The TV and VCR you Use must have RCA type plugs.
• Have all the remote controls in one spot when you are ready to set up the camera.
• Make sure you have male to male and female to female RCA style patch cords.
• A flashlight and small pliers may help as well

Setting up your own spy camera may take you a few minutes.

HINT: Most hidden cameras are NTSC video output.