LG LV903P-DB Owner’s Manual

Color Video Camera

Instruction Manual

Models : LV903

LV902
LV901

Before installing, operating or adjusting this

product, please read this instruction booklet

carefully and completely.

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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.

• Caution: Danger of explosion if battery is incor

­rectly replaced. Replaced only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the manufac­turer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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

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.
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.

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 appliance
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])

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

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Important Safety Instructions

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 accordance 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 polar

­ized 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 person

­nel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power­supply 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.

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Contents

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

Cautions for Safe Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Part Names and Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Disassembly of the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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

Image Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Menu Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Camera Identification Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Exposure Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

White Balance Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Day/Night Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Motion Detection Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

3D-DNR Setting

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Privacy Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Special Menu Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Reset Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

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Features

This color video camera is designed for use in moni­toring system.

Day and Night Function (IR Cut Filter)

Optical x2 varifocal lens

540 TV lines of horizontal resolution

High sensitivity with a minimum scene illumination
of 0.0002 lux (Sens-Up, F1.2)

BLC covers various light conditions

Excellent signal-to-noise ratio of 50 dB

Internal / Line Lock (External)

Built in varifocal and DC (Auto) iris lens

Weather Proof: IP66 Rating (Caution: This
camera is designed for indoor installation. Do not
install it outdoors.)

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

Line Lock when using AC 24V.

Dome Cover : Vandal -Proof

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Features Chart

This table shows the differences between the models.

Use LV903 is used for the description, operation and
details provided in this operating guide.

Models WDR Sens-up HSBLC

LV903P-B

Yes Yes Yes

LV902P-B

Yes No No
LV901P-B No Yes Yes
LV903N-B

Yes Yes Yes
LV902N-B

Yes No No
LV901N-B No Yes Yes

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Power Supply

This camera must always be operated a AC 24V or
DC 12V 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.

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 tempera

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

• Damp or dust place

• Places exposed to rain

• Places subject to strong vibration

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

Cautions for Safe Operation

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Part Names and Functions

e fg

abcd

a Lens
b Azimuth adjuster

Adjusts the azimuth angle to obtain a level image.

c Lens Cover Hooker

Use to separate the Lens Cover.

d Pan lock screw

Fixes the panning position after adjusting.

e Fall Prevention Wire

Fixes the wire into the dome cover.

f Video Out connector

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

g Buttons for menu

To set items on the MENU, use the these
buttons.

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j

k

l

m
n

o

p

h Dome Cover Ring
i Dome Cover
j Lens Cover
k Tilting lock screw

Fixes the tilting position after adjusting.

l Video output connector (BNC type)
m Power input connector

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

n Camera mounting bracket

This bracket is supplied for ceiling installation.

o Focus lock lever

Fixes the focus position after adjusting.

p Zoom lock lever

Fixes the zoom position after adjusting.

Part Names and Functions

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Connections

AC 24V / DC 12V
cable for Camera

BNC plug

Video Out Connector
for installer

Basic connection

The peripheral devices (VCR, 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 time lapse VCR.

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

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Disassembly of the camera

1. Remove the dome cover ring by using the bit. 2. Remove the dome cover by loosening three tam­per-proof screws using the supplied bit.