JVC TK-C1480U, TK-C1480, TK-C1481EG Instructions Manual

COLOUR VIDEO CAMERA

TK-C1480
TK-C1481

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INSTRUCTIONS

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DIGITAL

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For Customer Use:

Enter below the Serial No. which is
located on the body. Retain this
information for future reference.

Model No. TK-C1480, TK-C1481

Serial No.

SC961006H-007

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. Read all of these instructions.

2. Save these instructions for later use.

3. All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Unplug this appliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid clean­ers or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

5. Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may
cause hazards.

6. Do not use this appliance near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

7. Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The
appliance may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the appliance.
Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or
sold with the appliance. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the
manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting kit approved
by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be
moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.

8. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are pro-vided for ventilation, and
to insure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, these
openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This appliance should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This appli­ance should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper
ventilation is provided.

9. This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your
dealer or local power company. For appliance designed to operate from battery power,
refer to the operating instructions.

10. This appliance system is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a
third (grounding) pin). This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.

11. For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it form the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and
power-line surges.

12. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this appliance where the
cord will be abused by persons walking on it.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

(symbol provided by RETAC)

S3126A

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13. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the appliance.

14. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.

15. Never push objects of any kind into this appliance through cabinet slots as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance.

16. Do not attempt to service this appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.

17. Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service person­nel under the following conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
c. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Ad-

just only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive

work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to normal operation.
e. If the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need

for service.

18. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replace­ment parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the origi­nal part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

19. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this appliance, ask the service technician to
perform routine safety checks to determine that the appliance is in safe operating
condition.

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Safety Precautions

FOR USA AND CANADA

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

The lightning flash wish arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle 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.

The exclamation point within an equi­lateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important op­erating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompa­nying the appliance.

Due to design modifications, data given in this
instruction book are subject to possible change
without prior notice.

WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.

AVERTISSEMENT:
POUR EVITER LES RISQUES
D’INCENDIE OU D’ELECTRO­CUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER
L’APPAREIL A L’HUMIDITE OU A LA
PLUIE.

INFORMATION (FOR CANADA)
RENSEIGNEMENT

This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.

(POUR CANADA)

Information for USA

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Cet appareil numérique de la Class B est
conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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Thank you for purchasing this product.
(These instrustions are for TK-C1480U, TK-C1480E and TK-C1481EG)
Before beginning to operate this unit, please read the instruction manual
carefully in order to make sure that the best possible performance is obtained.

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

Features ............................................................................................................................... 6

Operating Precautions ......................................................................................................... 7

Controls, Connectors and Indicators ................................................................................... 8

CONNECTION/INSTALLATION

RM-P2580 System............................................................................................................. 12

Procedures ........................................................................................................................ 14

Mounting the lens .............................................................................................................. 15

Connections on the back ...................................................................................................16

Mounting the camera ......................................................................................................... 18

Lens adjustment ................................................................................................................ 20

Back focus adjustment....................................................................................................... 21

Auto white balance control adjustment ............................................................................. 22

MENU SETTING

Setting the menu................................................................................................................23

The flow of menu screen ...................................................................................................24

SYNC ADJUST Screen ..................................................................................................... 26

ALC SETTINGS Screen .................................................................................................... 26

VIDEO ADJUST Screen ....................................................................................................30

MODE SELECT Screen .................................................................................................... 31

MOTION DETECT Screen................................................................................................. 31

COMMUNICATION Screen ............................................................................................... 33

FACTORY SETTINGS Screen........................................................................................... 33

BLC EDITTING Screen .....................................................................................................34

Manual Adjustment of White Balance ............................................................................... 35

CAMERA TITLE Setting .................................................................................................... 36

Setting the MOTION DETECT Function ...........................................................................37

OTHERS

Installing the ferrite core ....................................................................................................38

Specifications.....................................................................................................................38

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INTRODUCTION

Features

 A new DSP (Digital Signal Processor)

features a Extended Dynamic Range
(ExDR) and enables to shoot both bright
and dark locations.

 The use of a new CCD with a SENSE UP

(X32) function realized the minimum
luminous flux density for subject of 0.8 lx
(F1.2, 50%, AGC 20dB) and 0.025 lx (at
slow shutter).

 A motion detector function detects the

motion inside an image and emits alarm
signals.

 The equipped Y/C terminals and RS-

422A/RS-485 terminals allow intended
compatibility with diversified systems.

 Before starting an important recording,

be sure to perform a test recording in
order to confirm that a normal
recording is possible.

 We do not accept liability for the loss of

a recording in the case of it becoming
impossible to record due to a problem
in the video camera, VCR or video tape.

 We do not accept liability for any

damage to the camera in cases when it
is dropped because of incomplete
installation due to not observing the
installation instructions correctly. Please
be careful when installing the camera.

 The motion detector is not a feature to

prevent theft, fire, etc. Even if an
accident should occur resulting in
damage, we do not accept any liability.

Characters and symbols used in this instruction manual.

CAUTION : Cautionary notes concerning operation of the unit.

MEMO : Reference such as restrictions of features, etc.

 : Reference page or item.

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Operating Precautions

● To save energy, when it is not being used

turn the system’s power off.

● This camera has been designed for indoor

use. When you use it outdoor, be sure to
use a housing and the like.

● Do not install or use the camera in the

following places.

• In a place exposed to rain or moisture.

• In a place with vapor or oil soot, for
example in a kitchen.

• When the ambient temperature rises
above or falls below the acceptable
range (from –10°C to 50°C).

• Near a source of radiation, X-rays,
strong radio waves or magnetism.

• In a place subject to vibration.

• In a place with excessive dirt.

● If this camera and the cables connected
to this camera are used where there are
strong electromagnetic waves or where
there is magnetism present, for example
near a radio or TV transmitter, power
transformer or an electric motor, the picture
may produce noise and the colours may
be affected.

● This camera incorporates an AGC circuit.
As a result, when it is used under low light
conditions, the camera sensitivity is
automatically boosted and the picture may
look uneven. However, this is not a
malfunction.

● When this camera is used in the ATW
mode, the recorded colours may be slightly
different from the actual colours due to the
operational principles of the auto-tracking
white balance circuit. However, this is not
a malfunction.

● If a high-intensity object (such as a lamp)
is shot, the image on the screen may have
vertical lines (smear) or blur (blooming)
at its periphery. This is a characteristic of
the CCD, and is not a defect.

● Observe the following when carrying out
camera maintenance.

• Turn the power OFF before proceeding

to carry out maintenance.
If it is contaminated seriously, clean the
contaminated part with a cloth (or a
tissue) which has been soaked in a
solution of water and a neutral detergent.

● TK-C1480U and TK-C1480E
The unit is to be powered by a DC 12 V or
an AC 24 V power supply.
The AC 24 V power supply should conform
to the following:

TK-C1480U Class 2 only
TK-C1480E Isolated power supply only
TK-C1481EG Connect the power cable
to the commercial power supply of 230V.

● Caution for operating the video iris lens
In case the video iris lens is set to an
extremely low level, malfunction – such as
the hunting phenomenon in which the iris
opens or closes unintentionally – can
occur.
In such a case, first set the “LEVEL”
potentiometer on the lens to the H position
(iris open), and then adjust it to an optimum
level.

● A CCD is made by high technology,
boasting an exceptionally high level of
precision with an effective pixel of more
than 99.99%. Although there is a less than

0.01% pixel defect (whitish flaw, blackish
flaw), this does not mean that the CCD is
out of order.

● The cable stopper on the terminal block
can come off sometimes. Therefore, be
sure to take enough time and fix the cable
securely.

● When a highly bright subject is shot,
sometimes undulations can be observed
on the vertical lines of the subject.
However, this phenomenon is peculiar to
the unit and is not a sign of malfunction.

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INTRODUCTION

Controls, Connectors and Indicators

2

1

7

Lens mount

1

This means to attach the lens.
This is applicable to both the C-mount
lenses and CS-mount lenses.

Backfocus adjustment ring

2

Adjusting the back focus during lens
installation.
When readjustment is required, loosen
the locking screw
counterclockwise and turn the back focus
adjustment ring
After the adjustment, tighten the locking
screw 3 again.

[BF LOCK] Back focus locking screw

3

This serves to fix the back focus-adjusting
ring.

2

by turning it

3

.

3

4

5

6

Camera-mounting bracket

4

The bracket has been attached on the
bottom of the camera before shipment. It
can also be attached on the top
according to the circumstance.
To re-attach the bracket use the threaded
holes at the top, with the camera
mounting bracket locking screws

Camera-mounting screw hole (1/4

5

inch)

Use this hole when mounting
the camera onto a fixer, pan/
tilt unit, and the like. (Use a
screw shorter than 7 mm.)

Rotation-preventive hole

6

Make use of this rotation-preventive hole
to prevent any fall when mounting the
camera. Make sure that the camera is
securely mounted.

MAX.

7

mm

.

7

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Camera mounting bracket fixing screws

7

(×2: M2.6 × 6 mm)

Be sure to use a 6 mm long screw.

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@

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SET

AWC

MENU

Cover

8

The cover opens if it is pulled to the left
while being pushed.

[VIDEO/DC] Iris Selector Switch

9

This is set according to the type of lens
when an automatic iris control lens is
used.
VIDEO: In case of lens with EE amp built-

in.

DC: In case of lens without EE amp

built-in.
At time of factory shipment
VIDEO: TK-C1480E and TK-C1481EG

(

DC: TK-C1480U

[IRIS] Iris Terminal

10

This is connected to an automatic iris
control lens.
( Page 15)

CAMERA
SETUP

8

)

%

EXT TERM-OFF

INT/GL

DUPLEX

RX TERM-OFF

NOT USED

VIDEO

DC

9

screen is brought up.
( Page 23)

[SET/AWC] Set. Auto White Control

12

Button
SET: Press this button to display a sub-

AWC: If this button is kept pressed for

ON
LL
SIMPLEX
ON

^
&
*

IRIS

0

menu.
( Page 23)

more than 1 second, a one-push­auto-white-balance function works
and sets the white balance. Once
it is set, even if colour temperature
changes, white balance does not
change. It is also possible to make
fine adjustments on the set white
balance.
( Page 22)

[MENU] Menu Button

11

When the button is pressed, a menu

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INTRODUCTION

Controls, Connectors and Indicators (Continued)

[ , , , ] Up-and-down, left-and-

13

right Button

These buttons select items on the menu
screen and change a set value.
( Page 23)

[EXT.TERM-ON/OFF] Terminal On/Off

14

Switch of External Synchronization
Signal

This is a terminating ON/OFF switch for
the external synchronization input signal.
When this is switched ON, termination is
executed via a 75 Ω resistor.

ON: terminates at 75Ω.
OFF: does not terminate at 75Ω.

(ON: At time of factory shipment)

[INT/GL, LL] Selector Switch for

15

Synchronizing System

This switch can set a synchronizing system
of the camera.

INT/GL:

This is set for internal synchronization
(INT) or external synchronization (GL).

LL (Line Lock):

The camera’s vertical synchronization is
locked to the AC 24V power line frequency.
When switching between multiple cameras
using a switcher, selecting this mode and
adjusting the vertical phase can reduce the
monitor sync disturbances occurring when
the camera image is switched. (This cannot
be used in regions where the power
frequency is 60 Hz (50 Hz ( ): TK-C1480U)
(INT/GL: At time of factory shipment)

SIMPLEX:

This switch sets to SIMPLEX when the
transmission between the camera and a
remote control unit is in a simplex system
(one-way).
(DUPLEX: At time of factory shipment)

[RX.TERM-ON/OFF] RX Signal Terminal

17

ON/OFF Switch

This sets whether or not the signal
between RX + and RX – on the back
should be terminated at the value of
110Ω resistance.

ON: terminates.
OFF: does not terminate.

If the system including the camera is the
M.DROP (Multi-drop, RS-485) system,
only the camera mounted at the terminal
of control signal cable is set to “ON” and
the other camera is set to “OFF”. In case
of the M.DROP system, it becomes
necessary to set the Machine ID. ( Page

33)
If the system including the camera is the
P TO P (Point to Point, RS-422A) system,
set this switch of all the cameras to “ON”.
The item STYLE on the COMMUNICA­TION screen sets M.DROP or P TO P
( Page 33)
(ON: At time of factory shipment)

NOT USED

18

This cannot be used. Do not switch.

20

[DUPLEX, SIMPLEX] Selector Switch

16

for Transmission System

If the setting is changed, be absolutely
sure to switch on the power again.

DUPLEX:

This switch sets to DUPLEX when the
transmission between the camera and a
remote control unit is in a duplex system
(two-way).

E-10

DC12V

(

AC24V

-

+

12

CLASS 2 ONLY(U TYPE)

ISOLATED POWER ONLY

(E TYPE)

)

TX+TX

A

-

B

RX+RX

AUX

-

CD

⁄

GND

TX+TX

A

-

B

RX+RX

AUX

-

CD

fl

GND

fi

SYNC IN

›

POWER

TK-C1480U and TK-C1480E TK-C1481EG

[DC 12V, AC 24V] Power input terminals

19

(TK-C1480U and TK-C1480E)

To input DC 12V or AC 24V power.

[TX+A, TX-B, RX+C, RX-D] Control

20

signal connection terminals

Terminals for inputting signals with
electrical characteristics conforming to
the EIA/TIA RS-422A or RS-485 standard.



[AUX, GND] Auxiliary Output Terminals

21

RX.TERM switch

17

If any change occurs in the area that was
set on the MOTION DETECT screen, these
terminals output signals. ( Page 31)
[Open-collector Low signal. Maximum
voltage 30V, Current 30mA.]

[Y/C OUT] Y/C output connector

22

This 4-pin connector outputs the luminance
and chrominance signal.

• Pin configuration of Y/C OUT connector

4

2

VIDEO OUT

3

1

Y/C OUT

SEE INST­RUCTION
MANUAL

Y/C OUT

¤

[VIDEO OUT] Video signal output

23

SYNC IN

POWER

VIDEO OUT

SEE INST­RUCTION
MANUAL

connector

This BNC connector outputs a composite
video signal. Connect this to the video input
connector of a video monitor, switcher, etc.

[POWER] Power indicator lamp

24

This lamp lights when power is supplied
to the camera.

[SYNC IN] Sync signal input connector

25

This BNC connector accepts the input of
an external sync signal such as a composite
video (VBS) or black burst (BB) signal.
When a sync signal is input into this
connector, the camera operation is
automatically synchronized with the
external sync signal.
To terminate this connector at 75Ω, turn
ON the EXT.TERM switch

Power cable (TK-C1481EG)

26

14

.

Connect to the commercial AC230V
outlet

Pin No. Signal

1 GND
2 GND
3 Luminance (Y)
4 Chrominance (C)

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E-12

REC

PLAY

FFREW

REVERSE

PAUSE/
STILL

REC
CHECK

STOP/EJECT

COUNT/
CLOCK

TIME
MODE

TIMER
REC

AL/PL
RESET

MENU

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

SHIFT/TRACKING

SET/V.LOCK

RESET
/CANCEL

OPERATE

SR-L910

OPE. LOCK

1

TO CAMERA

TO CAMERA

DATA I / O

DATA I / O

RX

RX

+

RX

RX

­TX

TX

+

TX

TX

-

COM

COM

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

COM

COM

9/1

9/1

10/2

10/2

11/3

11/3

12/4

12/4

13/5

13/5

14/6

14/6

15/7

15/7

16/8

16/8

COM

COM

COM

COM

COM

COM

CAMERA

CAMERA

SW

SW

UNIT

UNIT

ALARM

ALARM

AUTO

AUTO

4312 8756

2 3 4 5 6 7

8

1

MONITOR

MONITOR

OUTPUT

MONITOR

MONITOR

SERIAL-2

SERIAL-2

SERIAL-1

SERIAL-1

VIDEO INPUT

VIDEO OUTPUT

OUTPUT

OUTPUT

2

1

ON

ON

2 3 4 5 6 7

8

POWER

OFF

AC INPUT

ALC

LEVEL

Av Pk

L H

ALC

LEVEL

Av Pk

L H

ALC

LEVEL

Av Pk

L H

•••••

CAMERA

SW

Remote Control Unit

RM-P2580

Time lapse VCR

MONITOR

MONITOR

CAM SW
OUT

VIDEO IN

COM

TO

CAMERA

MONITOR
OUTPUT 2

MONITOR
OUTPUT 1

CONNECTION/INSTALLATION

RM-P2580 System

䡲 System with up to 8 cameras

Camera

TK-C1480

Camera

TK-C1480

Camera

TK-C1480

Camera 1

Camera 2

Camera 8

Control signal cable

Video signal cable

Power
cable

AC24V
or
DC12V

AC24V
or
DC12V

AC24V
or
DC12V

MONITOR screen

(example showing camera ID as “05”)

This is the connected example of the TK-C1480U or TK-C1480E.
When controlling with any system except the RM-P2580, execute proper settings using
switches and menu screens according to the systems used. (墌 Page 14)

PROT OOLDUPLEXID-05C :

“DUPLEX” should
be displayed.

The number shown in the
□□ part of ID-□□
should be correct.

MACHINE ID:1
(Menu screen)
RX TERM: OFF
(switch)

MACHINE ID:2
(Menu screen)
RX TERM: OFF
(switch)

MACHINE ID:8
(Menu screen)
RX TERM: ON
(switch)

MEMO

• When operating a system using the RM-P2580, several cameras (up to 8) can be
connected and used on one control signal cable. Consequently, an incorrect switch setting
on just a single camera will cause the entire system to work incorrectly.

• Confirm switch settings on the screen as follows.

q Confirm that the image from the camera to be checked

is displayed on the monitor.

w Turn OFF and then ON the AC 24 V power to the

camera to be checked.

e The camera begins the initial operation and charac-

ters similar to those shown in the illustration on the
right appear on the monitor screen.

r Confirm that “DUPLEX” and “ID-□□” are displayed

and that the ID number is the correct number (the
number should be the same as the number of the
VIDEO INPUT terminal to which the camera is con­nected on the rear panel of the RM-P2580).

t If wrong, set the camera ID again.

 Connecting the control signal cable

(Use a twisted-pair cable for connection.  Page 17.)

Camera 1
control signal
connection terminals

+

A

TX
TX B

+

C

D

RX
RX

Camera 2
control signal
connection terminals

TX+ A

+

B

C

TX
RX

RM-P2580

A RX

+

B RX
C TX

+

D TX

Connect:
Camera TX+ to RM-P2580 RX+
Camera TX– to RM-P2580 RX–
Camera RX+ to RM-P2580 TX+
Camera RX– to RM-P2580 TX–
The A B C D marks indicated on both the
camera terminals and the RM-P2580 termi­nals facilitate correct connections. Connect
the terminals with identical marks.

RX D

 Setting the switches ( Page 10)

Select the synchronization method of the
camera image.
Set the switch on all cameras to LL (Line Lock)
and match with the V. PHASE.

EXT TERM-OFF

SET

CAMERA
SETUP

EXT TERM-OFF

NOT USED

RX TERM-OFF

ON
LL

INT/GL
DUPLEX

SIMPLEX
ON

IRIS

VIDEO

DC

AWC

MENU

INT/GL

DUPLEX

RX TERM-OFF

NOT USED

ON
LL

SIMPLEX
ON

( Page 26.)

Set this switch to the DUPLEX
* If the setting is changed, be absolutely sure to

switch on the power again.

Set this switch to ON (signal termination ON)
only on the camera placed at the end of the
control signal cable.
Set to OFF on all other cameras.

 Setting on the MENU screen ( Page 33)

* If the setting is changed, escape from the menu screen once, and definitely switch on the power again.

MMCO UN I CAT ION

ST LE M.DROPY
MA H N E DII 1C

When connecting

● Turn OFF the power supply to all equipment to be used before making connections.

● Carefully read the Instructions for each piece of equipment to be used before making

connections.

● For the appropriate connection cables and the length of these, carefully read “Connections
on the back” on page 16.

● The control signal cable cannot be used for loop connection.

Set to M.DROP

Set to M.DROP when the RM-P2580 is used
as a remote control unit. When controlling from
another machine, make sure that it matches
the communication system used.

MACHINE ID setting switches

Set this item to match the RM-P2580 VIDEO
INPUT terminal number for each camera.

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CONNECTION/INSTALLATION

Procedures

Execute connection/installation according to the procedures described below.
Turn OFF the power supply to all equipment to be used before making carefully.

4.

7.

Auto white balance
control adjustment
( Page 22)

Setting the switches
( Page 13)

SET

MENU

3.

Mounting the camera

( Page 18)

CAMERA
SETUP

EXT TERM-OFF

RX TERM-OFF

IOT USED

INT/GL

DUPLEX

6.

Back focus adjustment
( Page 21)

ON
LL
SIMPLEX
ON

VIDEO

DC

1.

Mounting the lens
( Page 15)

Av Pk

ALC

LEVEL

L H

5.

Lens adjustment
( Page 20)

2.

Connections
( Page 16)

Genlock sync
signal generator

To controlling systems
such as RM-P2580

DC 12V/AC 24V
power supply

To alarm terminals
such as switches

Monitor

AC24V

DC12V

SYNC IN

POWER

+

1

-

2

CLASS 2 ONLY(U TYPE)

VIDEO OUT

TX+TX

-

ISOLATED POWER ONLY

(E TYPE)

ABCD

RX+RX

AUX

-

Y/C OUT

SEE INST­RUCTION
MANUAL

GND

This is the connected example of the TK-C1480U or TK-C1480E.

TK-C1481EG ( Page 16)

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Mounting the lens

Mount the lens according to the procedures described below.

1.

Before mounting a lens, check whether
it is a C-mount or CS-mount lens.
To change the mounting method, loosen
the back-focus locking screw (M 2.6)
using a Phillips head screwdriver, turn
the back-focus adjusting ring with your
fingers or the screwdriver and change
the mounting method.
Dimension (b) of the lens shown in the
illustration must be as shown in the table
below. If (b) exceeds the value in the
table, it may damage the inside of the
camera or correct mounting may be im­possible; never use such lenses. Do not
attach the C-mount lens when using a
CS-mount.

(b)

K

C

O

L

F

B

F

(c)

3.

VIDEO

DC

Lens Flange back (c) Dimension (b)

C mount lens 17.526mm 10mm or less

CS mount lens

2.

IRIS

VIDEO

DC

4.

3

1

The F mark indicates a focal point.

2.

Mount the lens on the camera by turning
the lens clockwise. Adjust its position.

3.

When using an auto-iris lens with an EE

12.5mm 5.5mm or less

amplifier, turn the switch to the “VIDEO”
side. When no EE amplifier is equipped,

42

3

1

4

2

Attached 4 pin plugs

turn the switch to the “DC” side.

4.

If the lens has an auto-iris mechanism,
connect the lens cable after checking the
pin arrangement.
If the lens cable has a different type of
plug, use the 4-P plug supplied.

Lens DC IRIS VIDEO IRIS

Pin No. (does not contain EE amplifier) (contain EE amplifier)

1Brake
2Brake
3Drive
4Drive

3

1

–

+

+

–

9V [max 50mA]
NC
VIDEO
GND

4

2

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CONNECTION/INSTALLATION

Connections on the back

 Power supply

TK-C1480U and TK-C1480E (DC 12 V or 24 V)

Connect the DC 12 V or the AC 24 V power
supply to the DC 12V/AC 24V terminals. To
prevent connection errors or a cable
disconnection, we recommend the use of lug
plates for the connections.
The following table shows the connection

-

+

1

2

distances and connection cables provided
that 2-conductor VVF cables (vinyl-insulated
vinyl sheath cables) are used.

AC24V

DC12V

SYNC IN

POWER

CLASS 2 ONLY(U TYPE)

ISOLATED POWER ONLY

(E TYPE)

VIDEO OUT

TX+TX

A

-

B

RX+RX

CD

AUX

-

Y/C OUT

SEE INST­RUCTION
MANUAL

GND

Maximum extension
(reference)

Conductor
diameter

100 m 260 m 410 m 500 m

1.0∅mm 1.6∅mm 2.0∅mm 2.6∅ mm
and more and more and more and more

MEMO

• If thin cables are used (i.e. with a high resistance), a significant voltage drop will occur
when the unit is at its maximum power consumption. Either use a thick cable to restrict
the voltage drop at the camera side to below 10%, or place the power supply near to the
camera. If voltage drop occurs during operation, the performance will be unstable.

• Attach the cable conductors so that they do not come into contact with the drop prevention
wires.

• Do not allow input from both a DC 12 V and AC 24 V power supply at the same time.

• When using a DC 12 V power supply, ensure that the polarities of the cable are correct.

• The AC 24 V power supply should conform to the following:

TK-C1480U Class 2 only
TK-C1480E Isolated power supply only

TK-C1481EG (AC230V)

SYNC IN

POWER

VIDEO OUT

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Y/C OUT

SEE INST­RUCTION
MANUAL

Power cable connect to the commercial
AC230V outlet

CAUTION:

When you use this camera, the socket-out­let shall be installed near equipment so
as to disconnect easily.

 Control signal cables

These cables should be connected only when
it is required to control the camera using the
RS-442A or RS-485 signals. The use of 0.65
4-conductor twisted pair cables is recom­mended. With these cables, the maximum ex­tension distance is 1,200 m.

A

TX+

B

TX

-

C

RX+

D

RX

-

Connect to the other
side in pairs like this.

Connect to the other
side in pairs like this.

 Genlock connection

With some systems, when the external sync
signal is a composite video or black burst sig­nal genlocking by applying an external sync
input requires the horizontal phase (H
PHASE) and colour phase (SC COARSE) to
be adjusted.

MEMO

• Genlocking is not possible with a signal
containing too much jitter, such as a VCR
or videodisc playback signal.

• For details, consult a JVC authorized
dealer.

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CONNECTION/INSTALLATION

Mounting the camera

When mounting the camera on a fixer, pan/

Camera mounting
screw

Camera-mounting bracket

Rotation prevention hole

tilt, etc., use the camera mounting screw hole
located on the camera-mounting bracket.

Use the screw with a
length shorter than 7mm
from a camera-mounting
face.

Furthermore, make use of the rotation
prevention hole to prevent the camera from
falling and securely mount the camera.
Special precautions must be taken for
mounting the camera on a wall or a ceiling.
We are not liable for any damage caused by
improper installation.

CAUTION:

MAX.

7mm

-

+

2

6mm

2mm

AC24V

DC12V

SYNC IN

POWER

1

CLASS 2 ONLY(U TYPE)

VIDEO OUT

+

X

T

(E TYPE)

ISOLATED POWER ONLY

A

D

N

G

X

U

A

-

X

R

+

X

R

-

X

T

CD

B

Y/C OUT

SEE INST­RUCTION
MANUAL

M3 x 6mm

This diagram shows the installed example of
the TK-C1480U or TK-C1480E.
Be sure to install a fall preventive wire like­wise in case of the TK-C1481EG.

Fall Prevention

• Exercise maximum caution when

installing the unit to the wall or ceiling. You
should not engage in the installation work
yourself. Ask a professional to do the job,
since the fall of the unit can result in
injuries and accidents.

• When installing the unit on a fixer, Pan/

Tilt unit, etc., make sure to install it firmly
using a rotation-preventing hole provided
to prevent fall.

• To prevent fall, connect the unit to a

section with sufficient strength (ceiling
slab or channel) using a fall prevention
wire such as a wire chain and the like.
Use the screw hole on the back of the unit
for installation.
Pay utmost attention to the length of the
wire, too.

• Specified screw (M3 × 6 mm)

Never use any screw longer than the
specified length as the inside can be
damaged.

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q

w

Installation of camera

• Mounting from the bottom
This camera is originally designed to be
mounted from the bottom, as shown q.

IRIS

VIDEO

DC

The hole is standard photographic pan­head screw size (1/4-20 UNC). Example
the Fixing unit or Pan/Tilt unit.

• Mounting from the top
Remove the CAMERA MOUNTING
BRACKET from the bottom of the camera
by removing two fixing screws as shown
w. Attach the CAMERA MOUNTING
BRACKET to the top, then mount the
camera on the Fixing Unit as shown e.
Make sure that two original screws are
used when mounting the CAMERA
MOUNTING BRACKET. Be sure to use a
6 mm long locking screw for the camera­mounting bracket.
(This camera is used indoor and under
similar conditions.)

Camera­mounting bracket

e

Fixing screws

IRIS

VIDEO

DC

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CONNECTION/INSTALLATION

Lens adjustment

Connect the camera according to the connection method, turn it on, display an image on the
monitor, and check the image. The camera has been factory-adjusted to the best position, but
it may need to be adjusted according to the object conditions or combination of lenses. If the
image is unnatural, adjust it as follows: (Also read the instruction manual of the lens.)

LEVEL
adjustment

• LEVEL adjustment

L H

LEVEL

ALC

Av Pk

ALC adjustment

(Does not operate.)

MEMO

Note that the lens cannot make ALC adjust­ments. Make ALC adjustments using the item
AVERAGE: PEAK on the menu.
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Monitor screen

Too bright Counterclockwise (Toward L)

Too dark Clockwise (Toward H)

LEVEL turning direction

MEMO

• If the sensitivity adjustment LEVEL is

turned excessively to L, the sensitivity in­creases because of the AGC function of
the camera, and the image looks grainy.

• If the video iris lens is set to too low a level,

malfunction such as the hunting phenom­enon, in which the iris opens or closes
unintentionally, may occur.

In such a case, first set LEVEL potentiom-

eter on the lens to the H (iris open) posi­tion then adjust it to the optimum level.

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Back focus adjustment

 Back focus adjustment

Be sure to make back-focus adjustments when changing the lens mounting method or using
a different lens. If required, adjust it as follows:

Back focus
adjusting ring

Tighten

K

C

O

L

F

Loosen

Lens focus ring

MEMO

• LENS FOCUS ADJUSTMENT MODE
At the time of focus adjustment, press the
button
one second to open the lens iris and to fa­cilitate focusing. At this time, “LENS FOCUS
ADJUSTMENT MODE” will be displayed on
the monitor screen.
When the adjustment has been completed,
press one of the buttons
cel focus adjustment mode.

• Focus setting can differ on the color and on
the black and white screen. Make adjust­ments so that the focus will come to the op­timum on both screens.

at the side of the unit for at least

B

Back focus fixing
screw (M2.6)

to can-

• With a fixed-focus lens

If the focus can not be adjusted correctly by
rotating the lens focus ring, adjust the back
focus as follows.

1.

Loosen the back focus locking screw by
turning it counterclocckwise ( ) with a
screwdriver.

2.

Shoot a pattern closely.

3.

Turn the lens focus ring to ⬁.

4.

Turn the back focus adjustment ring to
focus at the best point.

5.

Tighten the back focus locking screw by
turning it clockwise (

• With a zoom lens

If the image is out of focus when zooming
(telephoto wide-angle), adjust the camera as
follows:

1.

Loosen the back focus locking screw by
turning it counterclocckwise ( ) with a
screwdriver.

2.

Shoot a comparatively dark scene with
thin lines.

3.

Set the lens to the maximum telephoto
position, and adjust the lens focus.

4.

Set the lens to the maximum wide-angle
position, and turn the back focus ring to
adjust the focus.

3.

(Repeat steps
times.)

and 4. two or three

).

MEMO

When the subject is bright, the use of an ND
filter permits more accurate back-focus ad­justment. (The ND filter reduces the amount
of incident light upon the lens equally over
the entire range of wavelength.)

5.

Tighten the back focus locking screw by
turning it clockwise ( ).

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CONNECTION/INSTALLATION

Auto white balance control adjustment

Each light source has its own colour temperature. Therefore, when the main light source
lighting an object is changed, the white balance should be adjusted again by pressing the
AWC button.

AWC button

MENU

AWC OPERATION

DURING OPERATION

AWC NG : OBJECT

OBJECT ERROR

1.

Place a white object under the same
lighting condition as the object to be shot
and zoom in to fill the screen with white.

SET

CAMERA
SETUP

AWC

EXT TERM-OFF

NOT USED

INT/GL

DUPLEX

RX TERM-OFF

VIDEO

ON
LL

SIMPLEX
ON

DC

IRIS

2.

When the AWC button is pressed for
approx. one sec., the white balance is
adjusted for the object being recorded.

3.

During the time when the Auto White
function is operated, "AWC OPERA­TION" is displayed (for approx. 0.5 sec.).
When the appropriate white balance is
acquired, "AWC OK" is displayed.

4.

Error message display

AWC OK

● NG : OBJECT

Displayed when there is not enough
white colour on an object or the colour

DISPLAYING RESULT

temperature is not suitable.
By taking a shot of a white object to
fill the screen, adjust the white balance
again.

● ERROR : LOW LIGHT

Displayed when the light is low. In-

AWC ERROR : LOW LIGHT

crease the illumination then re-adjust
the white balance.

● ERROR : HIGH LIGHT

LOW LIGHTING

Displayed when the light is too bright.
Decrease the illumination then re-ad­just the white balance.

AWC ERROR : HIGH LIGHT

OVER LIGHTING

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MENU SETTING

Setting the menu

MENU button

SET

AWC

MENU

MENU

1.

Press the MENU button.

The MENU screen is displayed.

CAMERA
SETUP

SET

CAMERA
SETUP

EXT TERM-OFF

NOT USED

INT/GL

DUPLEX

RX TERM-OFF

VIDEO

ON
LL
SIMPLEX
ON

DC

SET button

IRIS

4.

Use the , button to set the
cursor (>) to a desired item.

LACSETTINGS

IIRSLEVEL NORMAL
AEVRAEG:PEAK 82:
SUTHTERExDR)(
ACGMODE

MODE

LLUOX OFF
SNSEEUP OFF
PIORRITY –––
BCLOFF

5.

Change the set value using the

NRMALO
2dB0

, button.

Change of the set value displays a
change mark (∗).

LACSETTINGS

I∗IRSLEVEL -5

AEVRAEG:PEAK 82:
SUTHTERExDR)(
ACGMODE

MODE

LLUOX OFF
SNSEEUP OFF
PIORRITY –––
BCLOFF

NRMALO
2dB0

2.

Set the cursor (>) to a desired
sub-menu using the
button.

MENU

SYNC ADJUST..
ALC SETT INGS
V I DEO ADJ UST
MOD E ESLECT
MOT I ON
COMMUN I CAT ION
FACTORY SETT I NGS

3.

Press the SET button.

The selected sub-menu screen is
displayed.

LACSETTINGS

IIRSLEVEL NORMAL
AEVRAEG:PEAK 82:
SUTHTERExDR)(
ACGMODE
LLUOX OFF
SNSEEUP OFF
PIORRITY –––
BCLOFF

D

MODE

E

..

TECT

..
..

..

..

..

NRMALO
2dB0

,

If you wish to change the set values of

2.

to

another items, repeat items

5.

above.

6.

Press the MENU button.

The screen returns to the previous one
(MENU screen).

7.

Press the MENU button.

The screen returns to the normal screen
(quitting the menu display).

* When the setting is executed using the RM-

P2580, use a joy stick instead of the

button.

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MENU SETTING

The flow of menu screen

MENU

SYNC ADJUST
ALC SETT INGS
VIDEO ADJUST
MOD E ESLECT
MOT I ON
COMMUNI CAT I ON
FACTORY SETTI NGS

..

..
..

..

..

TECT

E

D

..

..

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SYNC DAJUST

VPHASE 0
HPHASE 0
SC ECOARS 0
SC F INE 1 28

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DEVI O ADJUST

WH T E BA L E AT WNC

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L

EN ANCE LE NORMALEL

H

PEESTAL LE NORMALEL

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WH I T E BALANCE CONTROL

A
V

V

V
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AWC S ET . .

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O

.

.

The word “COLOUR” is displayed as “COLOR” on the TK-C1480U.

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DATA CLEARED

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LACSETTINGS

IIRSLEVEL NORMAL
AEVRAEG:PEAK 82:
SUTHTERExDR)(
ACGMODE
LLUOX OFF

MODE
SNSEEUP OFF
PIORRITY –––
BCLOFF

NRMALO
2dB0

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MODE S EL EC T

CAMERA T I T LE ED I T. .
REV ERSE MODE OFF
ALM .T I TLE S ZEIDOUBLE
ALA RM COLOUR WHI TE
D. Z00M MAX x2

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MMCO UNICATION

S T L E P TO PY
MA H N E DII – – –C

SHUT T RE(ExDR)

SHUTTER SPEED
FAST L IMIT
EDxER

LLEV

SPEED

EDxR

M.

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MENU SETTING

SYNC ADJUST Screen

This executes the setting regarding synchronization.

Item Functions and set values Initial value

V PHASE

H PHASE

SC COARSE

This adjusts the vertical synchronization to those of other cameras
when a selector switch for the synchronizing system on the side
is at LL. (50Hz (60Hz) power region only. ( ): TK-C1480U)
When it is not set to LL, “---” will appear, disabling change
the set value.
TK-C1480U
[Set value: –131 to 0 to 131]
TK-C1480E and TK-C1481EG
[Set value: –156 to 0 to 156]

This adjusts the horizontal synchronization to those of other
cameras and systems when a selector switch for the
synchronizing system on the side is at INT/GL.
When external signals are not input, “---” will appear, disabling
change the set value.
[Set values: –16 to 0 to 16]

Coarse adjustment of the SC phase in gen-lock operation.
The SC phase can be varied by up to 90° in each direction.
Adjust with reference to another camera (or system) and
together with the SC FINE adjustment.
Adjust SC COARSE and SC FINE only after adjusting H
PHASE.
When it is not set to GL, “---” will appear, disabling change
the set value.
[Set values: 0°, 90°, 180°, 270°]

0

0

0°

SC FINE

Fine adjustment of the SC phase in gen-lock operation.
When it is not set to GL, “---” will appear, disabling change
the set value.
[Set values: 0 to 255]

ALC SETTINGS Screen

This makes automatic adjustments according to brightness.

Item Functions and set values Initial value

IRIS LEVEL

AVERAGE:
PEAK

Adjusts the brightness level of the video signal.

• To lower the brightness level ... Decrease the value

• To raise the brightness level .... Increase the value

[Set values: –5 to NORMAL to 5]

Sets the exposure detection as a ratio of the average value
and the peak value.

• AVERAGE value large: Increase the AVERAGE value
when portions other than the highlighted areas of the
screen are dark and look corrupted. (Ex. 10:0)

• PEAK value large: Increase the PEAK value when
halation occurs in the highlighted areas of the screen.
(Ex. 5:5)

[Set values: 10:0, 9:1, 8:2, 7:3, 6:4, 5:5]

128

NORMAL

8 : 2

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Item Functions and set values Initial value

SHUTTER
(ExDR)

* When the SHUTTER (ExDR) item is set to NORMAL, the following items

(SHUTTER SPEED, FAST LIMIT, ExDR LEVEL, and M.ExDR SPEED)
cannot be changed.

SHUTTER
SPEED

This sets the electronic shutter as well as the ExDR (Extended
Dynamic Range).
The use of an electronic shutter function enables shooting
with proper brightness, as more brightness results in higher
shutter speed.
The ExDR function allows even the shooting of a subject
having different luminous flux density by composing a picture
shot at 1/100 (1/120) sec. shutter speed with a picture shot
by a high-speed shutter. ( ): TK-C1480U
NORMAL: This fixes the shutter speed to 1/50 (1/60).

The ExDR does not function.

MANUAL: Th is set s the shutter speed by the item

SHUTTER SPEED on the SHUTTER screen.
The ExDR does not function.
When SENSE UP is functioning, MANUAL
cannot be selected. (Not displayed on MENU)

AUTO: This automatically switches the shutter speed

according to brightness.
The ExDR does not function.
The item FAST LIMIT on the SHUTTER (ExDR)
screen sets a maximum shutter speed value.

M.ExDR: This is used when shooting a subject with

difference in a luminous flux density in the screen
under a fixed illumination condition, and so on.
During ExDR mode, the item M.ExDR.SPEED on
the SHUTTER (ExDR) screen sets the composing
high shutter speed. It is possible to set only when
the items BLC and SENSE UP are OFF. What’s
more, the ExDR LEVEL sets the signal level of
the composing high-speed shutter.

A.ExDR: This is used when the subjects having different

luminous flux densities are continuously used
night and day in the situation where both indoor
and outdoor subjects are mixed in existence, and
so forth. During ExDR mode, the composing
shutter speed automatically varies according to
the contrast of a subject. This is set when shooting
the subject with changing brightness.
This can be set only when the item BLC is OFF.
What’s more, the ExDR LEVEL sets the signal
level of the composing high-speed shutter.

MEMO

• Do not set to A.ExDR when using a manual lens.

• When M.ExDR mode or A.ExDr mode is used, the border

between a bright part and a dark part can be coloured
(cyan, orange, etc.), but this is not a malfunction.

This sets a shutter speed when MANUAL is set.
The AUTO, M. ExDR, A. ExDR set value is displayed as
“---” and cannot be changed
[Set values: 1/120 (1/100), 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000,
1/4000, and 1/10000] ( ):TK-C1480U

NORMAL

1/120

(1/100)

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MENU SETTING

ALC SETTINGS Screen (Continued)

Item Functions and set values Initial value

FAST LIMIT

ExDR
LEVEL

M.ExDR
SPEED

AGC MODE

LOLUX MODE

SENSE UP

This sets the fastest value of a shutter speed when AUTO is set.
The MANUAL, M. ExDR, A. ExDR set value is displayed as “---” and
cannot be changed. The higher the shutter speed becomes, the more
smear phenomenon is emphasized, which is peculiar to the CCD.
[Set values: 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/10000, 1/20000, 1/40000, 1/100000]

This sets the signal level of the composing high-speed shutter during
ExDR mode. This is set according to the brightness of a subject.
When using M.ExDR, be sure to set M.ExDR SPEED in advance.
When the SHUTTER (ExDR) item is set to MANUAL or AUTO,
“---” appears, disabling setting.
To give priority to the low-brightness parts of the subject…

increase the value

To give priority to the high-brightness parts of the subject…

decrease the value

[Set values: –5 to NORMAL to 5]

MEMO

• In the case of a subject with a large difference in the luminous
flux density, sometimes images do not change even if ExDR
LEVEL is varied. However, this occurrence is a peculiarity of the
unit and is not a malfunction.

This sets the composing high shutter speed when ExDR is set to M.ExDR.
Set the shutter speed in order that a subject with a high luminous flux
density (outdoor, etc.) may come out most clearly. This is displayed as
“---” during MANUAL, AUTO or A. ExDR and cannot be set.
[Set values: 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/10000, 1/20000]

This sets a maximum gain of the AGC (Automatic Gain Control).
OFF: When the AGC function is not used.
10dB: When luminous energy is insufficient.
20dB: When luminous energy is extremely insufficient.
SUPER: When brightness is insufficient even when it is set to

20dB.

• If the gain is increased, the screen gets rough in a dark place.

• If it is set to SUPER, it can sometimes consume operation time

to cope with a drastic level change.

•

When the item “B&W” is set to “AUTO”, [SUPER] is displayed when
the item “AGC MODE” is set to “SUPER”, and [20dB] is displayed
for other settings. Increase the gain up to the value displayed.

Used when brightness is low even when setting the AGC MODE.

(Functions regardless of the AGC MODE setting.)

OFF: LOLUX MODE is off.

ON: LOLUX MODE is on (+ 6dB)

This item makes up a sensitivity should be heightened automatical-

ly when a subject becomes dark.

In case of the X32 AUTO, the sensitivity is automatically heightened

up to 32 times continuously as compared with standard.

As the sensitivity becomes higher, the shutter speed becomes

lower, resulting in unnatural motion.

If SHUTTER (ExDR) is set to MANUAL or the M.ExDR,

“---” will appear, disabling the SENSE UP function.

[Set values: OFF, X2 AUTO, X4 AUTO, X8 AUTO, X16 AUTO, X32 AUTO]

MEMO

• When the magnification of SENSE UP is enhanced, the screen
can become coarse or whitish, or whitish flaws can emerge
sometimes, but this is not abnormal.

1/100000

NORMAL

1/4000

20dB

OFF

OFF

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Item Functions and set values Initial value

PRIORITY

BLC

This item sets the order in which the AGC and slow shutter
speed decrease function when the object brightness
becomes low.
When the item AGC MODE or the item SENSE UP is set
to OFF, “---” will appear, disabling any setting.

MOTION: Priority is given to motion.

This is suitable to a subject with quick motion,
since the AGC (automatic gain control) functions
with priority when the subject becomes dark.

PICTURE: Priority is given to image.

When the subject becomes dark, SENSE UP
(sensitivity goes up) functions with priority,
offering suitability that gives priority to image.

Sets the backlight compensation function. Set when a
bright light source, etc. is placed in the same direction as
the subject.

If the item SHUTTER (ExDR) is set to the M.ExDR or the
A.ExDR, “---” will appear, and the BLC does not function.

OFF: The backlight compensation function does not work.

AREA 1 to AREA 4: When the SET button is pressed, the
fixed light metering areas are displayed. Select one of
the four types. (Indicated positions on the screen are rough
guides. Execute required settings after checking and
confirming the functions on actual images.)

MOTION

OFF

Light
metering
area

OFF AREA 1 AREA 2 AREA 3 AREA 4

Light
metering
area

Light
metering
area

Light
metering
area

Light
metering
area

EDIT 1 to EDIT 2: When the SET button is pressed, the
user light metering areas are displayed. Select one of the
two types.
 “BLC EDITTING Screen” on page 34.

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MENU SETTING

VIDEO ADJUST Screen

Adjustments are made on video signals.

Item Functions and set values Initial value

WHITE
BALANCE

COLOUR
LEVEL

ENHANCE
LEVEL

PEDESTAL
LEVEL

Selects the white balance adjustment function. The white
balance can be adjusted manually or automatically for
light within the colour temperature range of 2500K to
8000K.

• ATW: Auto-Tracking White Balance mode.

This automatically adjusts the white balance.

• AWC: Auto White Balance Controll mode. When the

SET button is pressed, the adjustment
screen appears.
( See page 35.)

To adjust the colour level of the video signal.

• To make colours lighter … Decrease the value

• To make colours darker … Increase the value

[Set values: –5 to NORMAL to 5]

To adjust the contour enhancing level of the video signal.

• To make the picture quality harder … Increase the value

• To make the picture quality softer … Decrease the value

[Set values: –5 to NORMAL to 5]

To adjust the pedestal level of the video signal.

• To brighten picture … Increase the value

• To darken picture … Decrease the value

[Set values: –5 to NORMAL to 5]

AT W

NORMAL

NORMAL

NORMAL

AUTO
BLACK
CTL

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This is set when it is difficult to view a dark part of the
image even if gain is boosted by the AGC (automatic gain
control).
ON: When a black level of the image signal is low, a

pedestal level that becomes the standard of black
is automatically elevated, making it easier to view a
dark part.

OFF: AUTO BLACK does not function.

MEMO

• When PEDESTAL LEVEL is set to 5, no function can
take place even if AUTO BLACK CTL is ON.

• When AGC MODE is set to OFF, no function can take
place even if AUTO BLACK CTL is ON.

OFF

MODE SELECT Screen

Titles, image reversion, etc., are set.

Item Functions and set values Initial value

CAMERA
TITLE EDIT

REVERSE
MODE

ALM.TITLE
SIZE

ALARM
COLOUR

D.ZOOM
MAX

Bring up the CAMERA TITLE, EDIT screen.
( Page 36)

Settings are executed for image reversion.
OFF: Image does not reverse.
R-L: Left and right of the image are reversed.
U-D: Up and down of the image are reversed.
ALL: Up and down and left and right of the image are

reversed.

Set the size of the characters displayed in the case of
alarms.

ALARM

NORMAL DOUBLE

ALARM

This sets the colour of an alarm title.
[Set values: WHITE, YELLOW, CYAN, GREEN]

This function sets the maximum zoom ratio of the
electronic zooming.
[Set values: x1, x2, x4, x6, x8, x10]

–

OFF

DOUBLE

WHITE

x2

MEMO

• The electronic zoom function can only be used by the
communication command of exclusive controllers (RM­P2580, etc.).

• Note Picture quality deteriorates under electronic
zooming as it is accompanied by digital image
processing.

• When the electronic zoom magnification ratio is
increased, there may be blurring in the upper center left
of the screen. This is a characteristic of the main unit
and is not a malfunction.

MOTION DETECT Screen

Settings are executed about the motion detecting function that emits alarm signals when
there exists any motion in the image. Alarm signals are output from the auxiliary terminals on
the back.

Item Functions and set values Initial value

MODE

This sets ON/OFF of motion detecting function.
OFF: Motion detecting function does not work.
ON: Motion detecting function works.

OFF

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MENU SETTING

MOTION DETECT Screen(Continued)

Item Functions and set values Initial value

LEVEL

AREA EDIT

ALARM TIME

This sets the level that detects motion.
If the item MODE is set to OFF, “---” will appear, and
settings cannot be changed.
To function with large signal level change…decrease the
value
To function with small signal level change…increase the
value
[Set values: –5 to NORMAL to 5]

This sets the range in which the motion detecting function
works.
( Page 37)

This sets the output time of the alarm signal output of
AUX terminal as well as “ALARM” display on the screen
when motion is detected.
If the item MODE is set to OFF, “---” will appear, and
settings cannot be changed.
[Set values: OFF, 5s, 6s, 7s, 8s, 9s, 10s, 15s, 20s, 30s,
1min]

MEMO

When the MODE item is set to OFF, only the alarm signal
of the AUX terminal is output, and “ALARM” is not
displayed on the screen.

NORMAL

–

10s

DEMONSTRATION

This is used when checking and confirming the set motion
detecting function. The detection area is shown in gray.
( Page 37)

–

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COMMUNICATION Screen

Settings are made for the control signal-connecting terminals on the back.
If the setting is changed, be absolutely sure to switch on the power again.

Item Functions and set values Initial value

STYLE

MACHINE ID

This sets a communication system according to the
system used.
P TO P (Point to point)
This is set when a remote control unit controls a camera.
M.DROP (Multi-drop)
This is set when a remote control unit controls a plural
number of cameras.

This is set when the STYLE item is set to M.DROP. This
is the number that identifies individual cameras in a group.
No proper function can be realized if an ID number is
repeated within a system.
A combined use with the RM-P2580 necessitates the
setting together with the video input number of the RM­P2580.
If the item STYLE is set to P TO P, “---” will appear, and
settings cannot be changed.
[Set values: 1 to 99]

FACTORY SETTINGS Screen

P TO P

– – –

Set values are returned to initial values.

Item Functions and set values Initial value

FACTORY
SETTINGS

The values set on the menu are returned to initial values.
CANCEL : No return to the initial value.
CLEAR : Returns set values except titles to the
(WITHOUT TITLE)
CLEAR (ALL) : Returns all set values including titles

Select respective set value and press the SET button.
Then, “DATA CLEARED” will appear for about 3 seconds.
Be sure not to switch off the power while the display is
still on.

MEMO

However, when making settings by means of transmitted
commands, the contents of the COMMUNICATION menu
do not return to the factory settings.

initial value.

to the initial value.

–

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MENU SETTING

CAMERA
SETUP

SET

MENU

AWC

BLC EDITTING Screen

It is possible to set freely the light metering area for backlight compensation. The 2 screens
of EDIT1 and EDIT2 can be set.

IIRSLEVEL NORMAL
AEV RAGE : PEAK 8 2:
SUTHTERExDR)(NRMALO
ACGMODE 2dB0

LLUOX OFF

SNSEEUP OFF
PIORRITY MTIONO
BCL

EDIT 1 screen

LACSETTINGS

MODE

EDIT 1

SET button

Light metering
area

MENU button

1.

Set the item BLC on the ALC

SET button

SETTING screen to EDT1.

2.

Press the SET button.

The EDIT1 screen is brought up.

3.

Set the upper side and left side
of the metering area using the

button.

The sides having marks can
be changed.

EDIT 2 screen

SET button

Light metering
area

4.

Press the SET button.

The changeable sides of the metering
area move to the right side and base
side.

5.

Set the base and right side of the
metering area using the

button.

If the SET button is pressed once more,
the two changeable sides of the meter­ing area return to the top and left sides.
(The EDIT2 screen can also be set
likewise)

6.

Upon completion of setting,
press the MENU button.

The screen returns to ALC SETTING
SCREEN.

* To use the set metering area, set the item

BLC to EDIT1 or EDIT2.

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Manual Adjustment of White Balance

When automatic adjustment of the white balance results in a “reddish screen”, etc., adjust the
white balance manually.

1.

SET buttonMENU button

SET

AWC

MENU

DEVI O ADJUST

WH T E BA L E AWCNC

I

CO OUR L E NORMALEL

L

EN ANCE LE NORMALEL

H

PEESTAL LE NORMALEL

D

AUOBLACK OFFTL

T

A
V

V

V
C

CAMERA
SETUP

Set the WHITE BALANCE item on the
VIDEO ADJUST screen to AWC and
press the SET button.
* The WHITE BALANCE adjustment

screen appears on the monitor.

2.

Select the hue to be adjusted. (R/B or
Mg/G)
Press the or button.

3.

Adjust the hue.
Press the or button.
* The “ ı ” indicator moves in accordance

with the setting. When a setting is
changed, the “+” mark appears at the
original position.

4.

Concluding manual white balance ad­justment.
Pushing the MENU button returns the
screen to VIDEO ADJUST.

VIDEO ADJUST screen

WH I T E BALANCE CONTROL

AWC SE T. .

::

RB

g

::

MG

WHITE BALANCE
CONTROL screen

The word “COLOUR” is displayed as “COLOR” on the TK-C1480U.

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MENU SETTING

CAMERA TITLE Setting

Up to 24 characters can be selected as camera text for each camera. The set characters are
displayed at the bottom of the screen.

MENU button

CAMERA T I TL E ED IT . .
REV ERSE MODE OFF
ALM. T I TLE S ZEI DOUBLE
ALARM COLOUR WH I T E
D. ZOOM MAX x2

SET button

SET

AWC

MENU

MODE S EL EC T

MODE SELECT screen

CAMERA
SETUP

1.

Select the item CAMERA TITLE
on the MODE SELECT screen,
and push the SET button.

Then, the CAMERA TITLE screen is
brought up.

2.

Select the first character from the
character area using
buttons.

The selected character is displayed
flashing on and off.

3.

Push the SET button.

The first character gets fixed and the
blinking title input area moves to the
second character.

4.

Repeat the above items 2 to 3.

It is possible to use up to 24 characters
to input the title.

CAMERA TITLE screen

Title input area

Space

CAMERA T

0123456789

ABCDE KLMNOPFGH I J
QRSTUVWXYZ
abcde klmnopf g hi j
qrstuvwxyz

ДЦ ВК ОФЫЗС

Ь
длпцьвк оф
аимтщзсЯ

WD

IE LETE

TDislayitle

Character area

E

ITL

:-/

.,

’

ыбйну

ú

¡¿

▲

(The TK-C1480U does
not display these
characters.)

5.

Push the MENU button.

The screen returns to MODE SELECT.

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Setting the MOTION DETECT Function

It is possible to set freely the area where MOTION DETECTING functions.

1.

TIMO ON DE T ECT

MO E OFFD
LE EL NORMALV
AR A ED I TE
ALRMTI EM10sA
DEONSTRAT I N

M

MOTION DETECT screen

flash

..

O

..

Select the item AREA EDIT on
the MOTION DETECT screen.

2.

Press the SET button.

The setting screen is brought up.

3.

Select the area not subject to
detection using the
button.

The area flashing ON and OFF in black
and white moves.

4.

Press the SET button.

The area not subject to detection is set,
and it turns gray (lights up).
To cancel the set area, press the SET
button again.

Setting screen

lights gray flash

5.

Repeat items 3 and 4 above.

6.

Upon completion of setting,
press the MENU button.

The screen returns to the MOTION
DETECT menu.

MEMO

Indicated positions on the screen are rough
guides.
Be sure to check and conform the positions
on the actual screen.

* It is possible to check and confirm the set

areas on the DEMONSTRATION screen.
The detection area is shown in gray.

The motion detector is not a feature to prevent theft, fire, etc. Even if an accident should occur
resulting in damage, we do not accept any liability.

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OTHERS

SS412174H-002

TUV

Rheinland

Product Safety

..

geprufte

Sicherheit

..

-NE PAS OUVRIR.

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

-DO NOT OPEN.

SHOCK HAZARD

SC46171H-001

WARNING:

AVIS:

Installing the ferrite core

To retain electromagnetic compatibility, use the ferrite cores provided when connecting to the lens or
the power source.

Video-iris lens
(or galvanometnc-iris lens)

Wind twice

Av Pk

ALC

LEVEL

L H

VIDEO

DC

IRIS

Ferrite core

Notes:

Install the ferrite cores within 50 mm of the camera-side connectors. (Fasten the ferrite
core with the wire clamp provided.)
For lens connection: Pass the lens cable through the ferrite core twice and con-

nect it to the camera.

Specifications

DIMENSIONS (Unit: mm)

70

39

35

U1-32

42

71

54-R

55

63

41

149

138

1/4-20UNC

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Image pickup device: TK-C1480U

1/3 type IT CCD, 768 (H) × 494 (V)

TK-C1480E and TK-C1481EG

1/2 type IT CCD, 752 (H) × 582 (V)
Synchronization method : Internal, Line lock, Full Genlock
Scanning frequency: TK-C1480U

(H) 15.734 kHz, (V) 59.94 Hz

TK-C1480E and TK-C1481EG

(H) 15.625 kHz, (V) 50 Hz
Resolution: 480 TV lines (H)
VIDEO OUT: Composite video signal 1 V (p-p), 75Ω (BNC)
Y/C OUT: TK-C1480U (4-pin)

Y: 1V(p–p), 75Ω

C: 0.286V(p–p), 75Ω

TK-C1480E and TK-C1481EG (4-pin)

Y: 1V(p–p), 75Ω

C: 0.3V(p–p), 75Ω
Video S/N ratio: 50 dB (AGC OFF)
Minimum required illumination: 0.8 lx (50%, F1.2, AGC 20 dB)

0.4 lx (25%, F1.2, AGC 20 dB)

0.025 lx (50%, F1.2, AGC 20 dB, SENSE UP × 32)

Communication: RS-422A or RS-485 (switchable)

9600 bit/s
Lens mount: C/CS mount
Power supply and power consumption:

TK-C1480U

AC24V `, 60 Hz, DC12V

TK-C1480E

AC 24 V ` 50 Hz/60 Hz, DC 12 V

TK-C1481EG

AC220V to AC240V `, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 75mA
Ambient temperature: –10°C to 50°C (operation)

0°C to 40°C (recommended)
Mass: TK-C1480U and TK-C1480E 600 ˝

TK-C1481EG 835 ˝

Accessory: TK-C1480U

Instructions ......................... 1 Ferrite core ................ 1

4P plug ............................... 1 Warranty card............ 1

Service Information card .........

TK-C1480E and TK-C1481EG

Instructions ......................... 2 Ferrite core ................ 1

4P plug ............................... 1

—

---

1

5.5W

—

---

500 mA

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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TK-C1480, TK-C1481 COLOUR VIDEO CAMERA

®

is a registered trademark owned by VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.

®

is a registered trademark in Japan, the U.S.A., the U.K. and many other countries.

© 2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED

VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED

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