LG LV821P-DB Owner’s Manual

Color Video Camera

User Manual

Models: LV821
LV822
LV823

Before installing, operating or adjusting
this product, please read this instruction
booklet carefully and completely.

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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.

This lightning flash with 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 product.

FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or use radio
frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equip­ment may cause harmful interference unless the modifica­tions are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The
user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if
an unauthorized change or modification is made.

REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide rea­sonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre­quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interfer­ence to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.

A suitable conduit entries, knock-outs or glands shall
be provided in the cable entries of this product in the
end user.

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Caution: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replaced only with the same or equivalent
type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose
of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.

Holes in metal, through which insulated wires pass,
shall have smooth well rounded surfaces or shall be
provided with brushings.

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

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la
norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Warning: Do not install this equipment in a confined space
such as a bookcase or similar unit.

Warning: Wiring methods shall be in accordance with the
National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.

Warning: This is a class A product. In a domestic environ­ment this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Warning: To reduce a risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this product to rain or moisture.

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Caution: This installation should be made by a qualified
service person and should conform to all local codes.

Caution: To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabi­net. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Caution: The apparatus shall not be exposed to water
(dripping or splashing) and no objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

To disconnect power from mains, pull out the mains
cord plug. When installing the product, ensure that the
plug is easily accessible.

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Disposal of your old appliance

1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin
symbol is attached to a product it means
the product is covered by the European
Directive 2002/96/EC.

2. All electrical and electronic products
should be disposed of separately from
the municipal waste stream via desig­nated collection facilities appointed by
the government or the local authorities.

3. The correct disposal of your old appli

­ance will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and
human health.

4. For more detailed information about
disposal of your old appliance, please
contact your city office, waste disposal
service or the shop where you pur­chased the product.

This product is manufactured to comply
with EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and Low
Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC.

European representative :

LG Electronics Service Europe B.V.
Veluwezoom 15, 1327 AE Almere,
The Netherlands (Tel : [phone])

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1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accor

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dance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,

and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the appa­ratus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate nor­mally, or has been dropped.

Important Safety Instructions

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Power Supply

This camera must always be operated a AC 24 V or DC 12 V
Certified/Listed, class 2 power supply only.

Note:

Be careful of AC frequency when the camera is operated
with Line lock mode.

Handling of the unit

Be careful not to spill water or other liquids on the unit. Be
cautions not to get combustible or metallic material inside
the body. If used with foreign matter inside, the camera is
liable to fail or to get cause of fire or electric shock.

Remove dust or dirt on the surface of the lens with a
blower.

Use a dry soft cloth to clean the body. If it is very dirty,
use a cloth dampened with a small quantity of neutral
detergent then wipe dry.

Avoid the use of volatile solvents such as thinners,
alcohol, benzene and insecticides.
They may damage the surface finish and/or impair the
operation of the camera.

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Operating and storage location

Avoid viewing a very bright object (such as light fittings)
during an extended period. Avoid operating or storing the
unit in the following locations.

Extremely hot or cold places (operating temperature

-10 °C to 50 °C, however, we recommend that the unit
be used within a temperature range of 0 °C to 45 °C)

Damp or dust place

Places exposed to rain

Places subject to strong vibration

Close to generators of powerful electromagnetic radia­tion such as radio or TV transmitters.

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Cautions for Safe Operation

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Features ............................................................................. 8

Features Chart ............................................................................8

Part Names and Functions ............................................... 9

Connections .................................................................... 11

Basic connection .....................................................................11

Installation ...................................................................... 12

Mounting the Camera without bracket ..........................12

Mounting the Camera with bracket.................................14

Image Adjustment .................................................................16

Menu Operation.............................................................. 19

OSD Menu Overview .............................................................20

General Operation ..................................................................22

Camera Identication Settings ..........................................22

Exposure Settings ...................................................................23

WDR/BLC setting ...........................................................23

Brightness setting .........................................................24

AGC (Automatic Gain Control) setting ..................25

SHUTTER (Shutter Speed) setting ...........................25

SENS-UP setting ............................................................26

White Balance settings .........................................................26

Day/Night Setting ..................................................................27

Motion Detection Setting ....................................................28

3D-DNR Setting .......................................................................

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Privacy Setting .........................................................................30

Special Menu Settings ..........................................................31

Setting the D-ZOOM (Digital Zoom ) level .........31

Setting the D-EFFECT (Digital eect) ....................32

Setting the SHARPNESS eect .................................32

Stabilizer setting ...........................................................33

Setting the COLOR eect ..........................................33

Setting the SYNC (Synchronization) ......................34

Setting the USER TITLE ................................................34

Language Setting .........................................................35

Reset Settings ..........................................................................36

Specication ................................................................... 37

Contents

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Features

This Color Video Camera is designed for installation in an
indoor video surveillance system.

This manual contains instructions on how to install and
manage the Color Video Camera in your video surveillance
system.

Should you require any technical assistance, please contact
authorized service center.

High resolution and high sensitivity with a 6 mm CCD.

Day & Night function.

BLC covers various light conditions

Excellent signal-to-noise ratio of 52 dB

Internal / Line Lock (External)

Power Supply : Automatically switch between
DC 12 V and AC 24 V

Line Lock when using AC 24 V.

Dome Cover : Vandal -Proof

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Features Chart

This table shows the differences between the models.

Use LV823P-DB is used for the description, operation and
details provided in this operating guide.

Models WDR Sens-up Day & Night

LV823N/P-DB

Yes Yes Filter change

LV822N/P-DB

Yes No Filter change

LV821N/P-DB

No Yes Filter change

LV821N/P-D2

No Yes Digital

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a

b

c
d

e

f

g

a Dome Cover
b Lens Cover
c Video output connector (BNC type)
d Power input connector

Supplies AC 24 V or DC 12 V from an external power
source.

e Focus lock lever

Fixes the focus position after adjusting.

f Setup menu control buttons
g Video Out connector

Use this jack for checking the picture with portable
monitor when install the camera.

Part Names and Functions

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Part Names and Functions

h
i
j

k

l

h Azimuth adjuster

Adjusts the azimuth angle to obtain a level image.

i Azimuth lock screw

Fixes the azimuth angle after adjusting.

jZoom lock lever

Fixes the zoom position after adjusting.

k Pan lock screw

Fixes the panning position after adjusting.

l Camera mounting bracket

This bracket is supplied for ceiling installation.

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Basic connection

The peripheral devices (DVR, monitor, lens, etc.), AC adapter
and cables are not supplied.

1. Connecting the monitor

Make the video signal connection between the cam­era and the monitor or DVR.

2. Supply AC 24 V or DC 12 V from an external power
source.

Connections

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Mounting the Camera without
bracket

This camera can be installed directly on the surface of the
wall or ceiling without bracket.

1. Use the installation guide template to check the
mounting location. Face the front of the label toward
the area of interest.

2. Fasten the camera body to the ceiling.

Installation