
VCD-412VIM
Color Dome Camera
Operating
Manual
* Before starting use of this product, be sure to check
the broadcasting mechanism and the power voltage.

VCD-412VIM
Screw(4EA)
Ring Core
O/P Manual
Unpacking and Installation
Although it is neither complicated to install nor difficult to operate your
set, a few minutes of your time is required to read this manual for a
properly wired installation and becoming familiar with its many
features and how to use them. Please take a great care in unpacking
your set and do not discard the carton and other packing materials.
They may be needed when moving your set and are required if it
ever becomes necessary to return your set for service.
Never place the unit near radiators, in front of heating vents, in
excessively humid or dusty location to avoid early damage and for
your years of quality use. Connect your complementary components
as illustrated in the following page.
Accessory

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Contents
Definition............................................................................1
Features..............................................................................1
Precautions........................................................................2
Components and Operation.............................................4
Function Setting................................................................7
How to Install.....................................................................9
Using to Ring Core..........................................................10
How to Connect Monitor and Peripheral Devices........11
Specifications..................................................................12
Trouble Shooting ............................................................13
Definition
This camera is designed for easy installation in a luxury
apartment or hotel. Its has a high resolution of 410,000
pixels with SONY CCD.

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Features
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Refined interior dome design
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Adopted 1/3” 410,000 pixel Sony SUPPER HAD CCD,
providing a clear picture quality with the horizontal
resolution of over 480 TV image
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Realized a high illumination with the minimum intensity of
illumination of 1 Lux
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Equipped with functions of automatic white balancing (AWB)
and high speed automatic electric level control (ELC)
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Equipped with backlight compensation function(BLC)
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Possible to compensate for image blinking with flickering
function in areas of frequency-interference
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Simple to install and adjust the angles of camera
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Audio Function Supported

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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Caution: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service
personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not any
perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating
instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
Attentions: Pour prévenir les chocs électriques ne pas utiliser cette fiche
polarisée avec un prolongateur, une prise de courant on une
autre sortie de courant, sauf si les lames peuvent étre
insérées à fond sans en laisser aucune partie à découvert.
Precautions

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Warning
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL THE
PRODUCT YOURSELF.
WHEN SMOKE OR ABNORMAL HEAT
EMISSION IS DETECTED, STOP USING THE
CAMERA.
It can result in fire. In this case, stop
using the camera and refer servicing
to a local agency or the Customer
Service Department in the
headquarters.
This product must be installed by qualified
personnel. Trying to install the product yourself
can cause a risk of fire or electric shock.
Thus, the user should
consult with a nearby
agency for
proper permitting.
DO NOT INSTALL THE PRODUCT IN DUSTY
OR DAMP PLACES WITH POOR
VENTILATION OR PLACES WITH OIL OR
GAS.
DO NOT PLACE THE PRODUCT IN
UNSTABLE PLACES WITH VIBRATION OR
ON A SLANTED SURFACE OR IN PLACES
WITHOUT SECURE MOUNTINGS.
The product must be
securely fastened to
avoid mounting failure
that can inflict damage
to the product and even
jeopardize a person’s
life.
It will cause the abnormal
operation of the product or
result in a risk of electric
shock or fire.
DO NOT GRASP OR PULL THE POWER
CORD OR PLUG WITH WET HANDS.
DO NOT DISSEMBLE THE PRODUCT OR
INSERT UNDESIRED FOREIGN
SUBSTANCES.
When the cord or plug is
damaged or frayed, it can
cause fire or electric shock.
It will result in the abnormal
operation of the product and fire.
This sign is provided to alert the user to the presence of possible
hazards that could cause serious injury or even death.
Warning
This sign is intended to alert the user to the presence of possible
hazards that could cause personal injury or property damage.
Caution

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Precautions
DO NOT INSTALL THE CAMERA IN EXTREME
TEMPERATURE CONDITION
DO NOT INSTALL THE CAMERA UNDER
UNSTABLE LIGHTING CONDITION
Unstable lighting can
cause the camera to work
improperly. If the
camera is exposed to
spotlight or object
reflecting strong light,
smear or blooming
may occur.
Do not use the camera under
condition where temperature
is over -10°C to 50°C.
Especially be careful for
ventilation
under high
temperature.
DO NOT DROP OR SHAKE THE CAMERA DO NOT INSTALL THE CAMERA FACE UNDER
STRONG LIGHTING CONDITION
It can cause
malfunction of CCD.
It can cause malfunction.
DO NOT TOUCH THE LENS DO NOT INSTALL THE CAMERA UNDER WET
OR RAIN
It can cause the image
quality to be poor.
If it gets wet, it can cause the
camera out of order.
DO NOT INSTALL THE CAMERA CLOSELY AT
THE MAGNETIC
DO USE A DRY CLOTH TO CLEAN THE
CAMERA
It can cause malfunction. To sweep the camera, use a dry
and soft cloth.
This sign indicates practices considered ‘unacceptable’ during use of the product.
This sign illustrates mandated practices during use of the product.
* Please check that the power satisfies the normal specification before
connecting the camera.

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1. WINDOW DISPLAY
Transparent plastic cover to protect the camera lens. Be
careful not to give any scratch to it.
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2. DC JACK
Usable to connect to a power source. This device is compartible with static voltage DC12V 400mA. Be sure to use
the appropriate adaptor.
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3. DIP SWITCH
To set various functions ON/OFF.
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4. DC AUTO IRIS LENS
Built-in DC AUTO IRIS LENS. This device is designed
with built-in DC AUTO IRIS (VARIFOCAL 4~9mm). Lens
so that users can easily adjust the image level and angle.
Be careful to keep the surface of the lens from dust or
foreign materials.
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5. PCB BOARD
Camera’s functions are performed here. Be careful when
handling this board.
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6. TOP BASE
Cover to protect the camera. Possible to turn the camera
lens right or left when installed
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7. MIC
Audio microphone, Possible to check the site situation by
audio . It is available to communicate from center.
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8. BOTTOM BASE
The body of camera can be used to attach the camera to
a wall.

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9. BNC JACK
VIDEO output jack. Possible to connect the video image to
a monitor or other peripheral equipment through this jack.
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0.RCA JACK
Audio voice output port, through which you can connect
voice to a monitor or other peripherals.
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1.BRIGHTNESS-ADJUSTING VOLUME
You can adjust the brightness of image the iris of DC
AUTO IRIS LENS at VCD-412VIM.
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2.MIC BOARD
A microphone board which enables you to hear voice. By
attaching a mike to this device, you can identify what's
going on at the site; and adjust a switch between MIN and
MAX as you want.
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3.AUDIO OUTPUT LEVEL SWITCH
By adjusting this switch between MIN and MAX, you can
control the audio output level. If you put the switch to MAX
position, the output level is 0 ±3dB.

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Function Setting
Use the four switches to set each function.
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1. FLK (FLICKERLESS) ON/OFF
Set the FLK switch ON to prevent any flicker.
ON : The shutter speed is set at 1/100, it is possible to
see good image in a FLICKER area.
OFF: Set the switch OFF in other areas than FLICKER.
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2.AGC(AUTO GAIN CONTROL) ON/OFF
If you need the automatic gain control, set the AGC switch
ON/OFF as necessary.
ON : When the input image is dark, this function will make
it bright. At this time, the image becomes bright, and
the noise also increases.
OFF: The gain function does not function when it is dark.

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3. ELC(ELECTRIC LEVEL CONTROL) ON/OFF
Automatically adjusts the speed of the electronic shutter
according to the amount of light coming into the camera.
ON : Automatically adjusts the speed of the shutter
according to the amount of light coming into the
camera within the scope of 1/60 ~ 100,000 seconds.
OFF: At this time, the electronic shutter does not work, so
adjust the iris of the lens for a desired image level
according to circums tances. How to adjust the iris of
lens: Please refer to No.4-3 for the brightnessadjusting volume. If you turn the volume left, the iris
will be closed, and if you turn the volume left, the iris
will be closed, and if you turn it right, it will be opened.
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4. BLC (BACK LIGHT COMPENSATION) ON/OFF
You can see the object clearly with this function when it is
in a strong backlight.
ON : Possible to see the object clearly in a strong back-light.
OFF: The backlight compensation function does not work.
When a bright spot and a dark spot come in the
monitor at the same time(EX. such as the windowside
where strong sunlight comes in), the back-ground
(bright part) becomes white.

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How to Install
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. Open the Top Base, and fix the camera at the place to
install by using the screw.
* To separate the Top Base, turn it while pulling it slightly.
When it sounds “click”, pull the over off.
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. Adjust the camera position to the target area right, left, up
or down, and put the cover on the camera.

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Using to Ring Core
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. Open the cover of RING CORE, then put the cable in the
center of RING CORE.
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. Close the cover of RING CORE after pass the cable two
times over RING CORE.

How to Connect Monitor and Peripheral Devices
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Refer to the product manual because the method of
connection varies depending on the devices.
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Before connecting, make sure that all power switches of
all the devices are turned off.
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When connecting, set the 75Ω switch on the middle
controller of each device to OFF or HI and the final
monitor to 75Ω.
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Use coaxial cable with 75Ω impedance when connecting.
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BNC Cable
Middle Controller
Final Monitor
RCA Cable
Audio
Audio
Video Out Jack
Audio Voice Out Jack
Power

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Specifications
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GENERAL
Image Sensor
1/3IT SUPER HAD SONY CCD(410,000 pixels)
Effective Pixels NTSC 768(H) x 494(V)
PAL 752(H) x 582(V)
Scanning System 2:1 INTERLACE
Synchronizing System INTERNAL
Scanning Frequency NTSC H 15.734kHz
V 59.94Hz
PAL H 15.625kHz
V 50Hz
Min. Illumination 1 Lux(F1.2)
Video Output 1.0Vp-p COMPOSITE OUTPUT, 75Ω
Horizontal Resolution more than 480 TV LINES
S/N Ratio 50dB(AGC OFF)
Shutter Speed NTSC 1/60~1/100,000sec
PAL 1/50~1/100,000sec
Operating Temperature
-10°C ~ +50°C
Applied Lens DC AUTO IRIS LENS 4~9mm
White Balance ELECTRONIC AUTO TRACKING
AUDIO(SWICH MAX)
Input Sensitivity -60dB
S/N Ratio more than 40dB
Audio Output 0±3dB
THD Less than 3%
Power Source DC 12, 400mA
Power Consumption 2.5W
Weight 230g
Dimensions 115(ø) x 90(H) mm

Trouble Shooting
IF YOU HAVE TROUBLE OPERATING IN YOUR CAMERA,
REFER TO THE FOLLOWING.
* White blemish
Cosmic rays or alpha rays affected to the CCD pixel and make
white dot from the CCD surface in the condition of dark.
Problem Solution
THE IMAGE ON THE SCREEN IS DARK ★ Check the line of power source.
THE IMAGE ON THE SCREEN IS DARK ★ Check the cable of video signal
THE IMAGE ON THE SCREEN IS DIM ★ Check if the lens is stained.
THE IMAGE ON THE SCREEN IS DIM ★ Adjust the focus of the lens again.
★ Check the condition of Monitor.
THE CAMERA IS NOT WORK PROPERLY. AND ★ Check that you have connected the
THE SURFACE OF THE CAMERA CASE IS HOT ★ camera to a proper power source
★ (DC 12V 400mA).
SCREEN IS DARK. ★ Adjust the monitor status.
★ Check if the inter-system connection is
normal.
CAMERA OPERATION STATUS IS ABNORMAL. ★ Check if the voltage input to a camera is
ITS SURFACE IS TOO HOT, AND BLACK out of the specifications, or varies from
LINES ARE DISPLAYED ON A SCREEN. time to time.
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It may show white blemish in the condition of darkness.
This dot appeared in use by external factors.