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Chapter 1 Safety Instructions
Always follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the Camera:
1. Use attachments only as recommended.
2. Use the type of power source indicated on the Camera. If you are not sure of
the type of power available, consult your distributor or local electricity
company for advice.
3. Always take the following precautions when handling the plug. Failure to do
so may result in sparks or fire.
Ensure the plug is free of dust before inserting it into a socket.
Ensure that the plug is inserted into the socket securely.
4. Do not overload wall sockets, extensions leads or multi-way plug boards as
this may cause fire or electric shock.
5. Do not place the Camera where the cord can be stepped on as this may
result in fraying or damage to the lead or the plug.
6. Do not block the slots and openings in the case of Camera. They provide
ventilation and prevent the Camera from overheating.Do not place the
Camera on the soft surface of sofas, carpets or others.
7. Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots. Never allow liquid of
any kind to spill into the Camera.
8. Except as specifically instructed in this User Manual, do not attempt to
operate this product by yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltages and other hazards. Refer all servicing to licensed
service personnel.
9. Unplug the Camera during thunderstorms or if it is not going to be used for
an extended period. Do not place the Camera or remote control on top of
vibrating equipment or heated objects such as a car, etc.
10. Unplug the Camera from the wall outlet and refer servicing to licensed
service personnel when the following situations happen:
If the power cable or plug becomes damaged or frayed.
If the camera is wet with liquid, rain or water.
<Note> Using an incorrect battery type in the remote control may result in
breakdown. Follow local instructions on how to dispose of used batteries.
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Precautions
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No
user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to licensed service personnel.
This symbol indicates that
this equipment may contain
dangerous voltage which
could cause electric shock.
This symbol indicates that
there are important operating
and maintenance
instructions in this User
Manual with this unit.
A 급 기기
(업무용 방송통신기자재)
이 기기는 업무용(A 급) 전자파적합기기로서 판매자 또는
사용자는 이 점을 주의하시기 바라며, 가정 외의 지역에서
사용하는 것을 목적으로 합니다.
Note
Risk of Electric Shock
DO NOT OPEN
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this
appliance to rain or moisture.
If Camera will not be used for an extended time, unplug it from the power socket.
FCC Warning
This Camera has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Article 15-J of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial
installation.
EN55022 (CE Radiation) Warning
This product is intended for use in a commercial, industrial, or educational
environment. It is not intended for residential use.
This is a Class A product. In a residential environment it may cause radio
interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
The typical use is in a conference room, reception room or hall.
KCC Warning
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Chapter 2 Package Contents
VC-G50
Instruction for
installation
Remote Control
Power Cord
Power Adapter
RS-422 Connector
Appearance may vary
depending on
country/region
Metal Plate A
Metal Plate B
M3 Screws
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Chapter 3 Product Overview
1. Camera lens
2. Power LED indicator
3. Standby LED indicator
4. DVI output
5. Component output
6. Power input
7. IR SELECT
8. OUTPUT Switch
9. Camera Address Selectors
10. RS-232 output
11. RS-232 input
12. RS-422 connection
13. VIDEO output
14. 3G-SDI output
Front View
Back View
3.1 Overview
3.2 Description of LED indicator
3.2.1 Power:
3.2.1.1 No light: Power off
3.2.1.2 Green light: In use
3.2.1.3 Flickering green: Signal from the remote control is received;
the indicator flickers every 0.5 second
3.2.2 Standby:
3.2.2.1 Orange: In standby mode
3.2.2.2 No light: Power on
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Chapter 4 Instruction for installation
4.1 Preparation before installation
Installation and connection of VC-G50 Camera requires special skills. To install by
yourself, please follow necessary steps, ensure steady and tight installation of the
device, and pay attention to your safety to avoid any accident.
4.1.1 Ensure the safety of the installation environment. Please do
not install the device on unstable ceiling or in a place where
the device is in danger of falling to avoid any accident.
4.1.2 Please check whether accessories in the box are complete
or not. Please contact the supplier for any shortage, and
make sure to keep the accessories in the box intact.
4.1.3 Please choose a proper place for installation of VC-G50 in
advance. Please determine an installation place according
to the following requirements:
4.1.3.1 Confirm the position for the object to be captured.
4.1.3.2 Confirm whether the VC-G50 is set at a proper distance from other
light sources.
4.2 Instruction for installation
4.2.1 I would like to install VC-G50 on the desk
4.2.1.1 Precautions for installation
Please install the machine on a flat desk
Do not grab the camera head by hand when handling the device
Do not rotate the camera head by hand. Improper rotation may
result in breakdown of the camera
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4.2.1.2 Installation steps
1. Please adjust DIP switch at first prior to installation.
<Remark> Please refer to Chapter 7 DIP Switch Setting for the
relevant descriptions on DIP switch.
2. Place the camera on a flat desk directly to ensure the normal
vertical and horizontal operation of the machine.
4.2.2 I would like to install VC-G50 on the ceiling
4.2.2.1 Prepare for the parts and equipment required during the
installation
1. Accessories of VC-G50 in the box (metal plates A, B and M3
screw x 7)
2. Screw for locking on ceiling mounted hanger x 4
3. Drilling machine, screw driver, ladder
4.2.2.2 Dimension
Length x Width x Height : 174x186x182.7mm
Weight : 2.0Kg
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4.2.2.3 Size Diagram
Metal plate B locking screw
Metal plate B - ceiling side
M3 threaded hole
M3 threaded
hole
M3 threaded
hole
Metal plate B locking bolt
1. Metal plate B - ceiling side
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2. Metal plate A - machine side
Metal plate A - machine side
Metal plate A locking
screw
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3. Bottom of machine
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4.2.2.4 Precautions for installation
1 meter↑
1. Before installation, please confirm the orientation of the
machine relative to the object to be captured
2. It is recommended that the machine should be set at a distance
of more than 1 meter away from the object to be captured.
Please adjust for a best distance according to the magnification
of the lens
3. The machine (including metal plates) is weighed at about 2.5 kg.
If it is to be installed on the ceiling, please use the hanger that
has obtained UL security approval to prevent the machine from
falling down.
4. Please check whether the camera is installed securely on a
regular basis
4.2.2.5 Installation steps
1. Please adjust resolution on DIP switch at first
<Remark> Please refer to Chapter 7 DIP Switch Setting for the
relevant descriptions on DIP switch.
2. Fix the metal plate A on the machine base with 4 M3 screws.
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3. Lock the metal plate B on ceiling mounted hanger.
※Caution:
(1) Please use the hanger that has obtained UL security approval
(2) Please reserve the hole for the connecting wires of the camera
4. Combine the metal plate A and the metal plate B
(1) Push the metal plate A up to the ceiling and then to the right
to latch the metal plate B
(2) Fix with 3 M3 screws
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4.2.2.6 How to remove
1. Remove the connecting wires from the camera
2. Uninstall the camera together with the ceiling, loosen the three
screws that fix the metal plates A and B and push to the left to
remove the machine
3. Then remove the screws on the hanger and the machine
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4.3 Connecting the device
DVI cable
Monitor Or HDTV
C-Video Cable
TV
4.3.1 Image output
4.3.1.1 Connecting to a HDTV/computer monitor (DVI)
4.3.1.2 Connecting to a TV (C-Video)
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4.3.1.3 Connecting to a HDTV (3G-SDI)
TV Or HDTV
Component adaptor
HDTV
SDI Cable
4.3.1.4 Connection to the device for image output
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4.3.2 Controlling VCs with the computer
4.3.2.1 Connecting to one computer for connection between VCs
(RS-232 in/out)
<Remark> With RS-232 in/out, at most 7 VCs can be connected.
4.3.2.2 Connecting to one computer for connection between VCs
(RS-422)
<Remark> Please refer to 7.2 RS-422 connection for the
RS-422 connection instructions.
<Remark> With RS-422, at most 7 VCs can be connected.
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Chapter 5 Remote Control and Setting Menu
Item
Description
,,,
Move the lens
Back Light
Turn on/off back light compensation
Camera
select
Select 1~3 VC-G50
FocusManual /
Far/Near
Turn on manual focus to adjust the
focal length
Focus-Auto
Auto focus
Freeze
Freeze the screen
Home-Enter
Go back to the main page/Execute
Info
Status information
L/R
Direction Set
L/R Direction / Off / Normal
Menu
Display OSD menu
Mirror
Rotate the image (Off/ Mirror/ Flip/
Mirror+Flip))
Pan/Tilt
Reset
Clear the Pan/Tilt setting
Picture
Switch image effect (Off / Neg /
B&W)
Power
Power switch
Preset
Appoint an ID (0 ~ 9) to save the
current position data
Reset
Appoint an ID (0 ~ 9) to delete the
current position data
Zoom-Fast
Adjust image size
Zoom-Slow
Fine-tune image size
5.1 Functions of remote control
<Remark> The below functions are listed alphabetically.
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5.2 Setting menu
1st Level
Major
Items
2nd Level
Minor Items
3rd Level
Adjustment
Values
Function Descriptions
Exposure
Mode
1. Full Auto
2. Shutter Pri
3. Manual
4. White Board
Exposure mode setting
Exposure_Co
mp.
On/Off
AE Level
Exposure_Co
mp. Level
-6~0~4
The value can be adjusted
only after Exposure_
Comp. is activated
Spot Light
On/Off
The value can be adjusted
when the mode is set to
Full Auto or Shutter Pri.
Spot Light
Position
X(0~8)Y(0~6)
The value can be adjusted
only after Spot Light is
activated
Shutter Pri
60/30
mode
50/25
mode
Shutter priority setting
1/10000
1/10000
1/5000
1/5000
1/3000
1/3000
1/2500
1/2500
1/2000
1/1750
1/1500
1/1250
1/1000
1/1000
1/725
1/600
1/500
1/425
1/350
1/300
1/250
1/215
<Remark> Press [Menu] on the remote control to enter the setting menu; the
bold underlined values in the following table are defaults.
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1/180
1/150
1/120
1/120
1/100
1/100
1/90
1/75
1/60
1/50
1/30
1/25
1/15
1/12
1/8
1/6
1/4
1/3
1/2
1/2
1/1
1/1
Manual Gain
1. 0dB
2. 2 dB
3. 4 dB
4. 6 dB
5. 8 dB
6. 10 dB
7. 12 dB
8. 14 dB
9. 16 dB
10. 18 dB
11. 20 dB
12. 22dB
13. 24dB
14. 26 dB
15. 28 dB
16. 30 dB
Manually set the gain
Manual Speed
60/30
mode
50/25
mode
Manually set the shutter
1/10000
1/10000
1/5000
1/5000
1/3000
1/3000
1/2500
1/2500
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1/2000
1/1750
1/1500
1/1250
1/1000
1/1000
1/725
1/600
1/500
1/425
1/350
1/300
1/250
1/215
1/180
1/150
1/120
1/120
1/100
1/100
1/90
1/75
1/60
1/50
1/30
1/25
1/15
1/12
1/8
1/6
1/4
1/3
1/2
1/2
1/1
1/1
Gain Limit
1. 8 dB
2. 10 dB
3. 12 dB
4. 14 dB
5. 16 dB
6. 18 dB
7. 20 dB
8. 22dB
9. 24dB
10. 26 dB
11. 28 dB
12. 30dB
The maximum electric
gain limit
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WDR
1. Off
2. 1
3. 2
4. 3
5. 4
6. 5
Set WDR
White
Balance
Mode
1. Auto
2. Indoor
3. Outdoor
4. One Push WB
5. ATW
6. Sodium Lamp
7. 3000K
8. 4300K
9. 5000K
10. 6500K
11. 8300K
12. Wide Auto
Select the color
temperature mode
One Push
Trigger
ENTER
One push trigger
Picture
Picture effect
1. Off
2. Neg
3. B&W
Set the picture effect
Sharpness
1~A~16
Adjust the sharpness of
the image
2D NR
1. Auto
2. Off
3. 1
4. 2
5. 3
6. 4
7. 5
Set 2D noise reduction
3D NR
1. Off
2. Low
3. Typ
4. Max
5. Auto
Set 3D dynamic noise
reduction
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Image Mode
1. Mode1
2. Mode2
3. Mode3
4. Mode4
5. Mode5
6. Mode6
7. Custom
The user may customize
his/her desired image
mode
Image Mode
Load
1. Mode1
2. Mode2
3. Mode3
4. Mode4
5. Mode5
6. Mode6
Adjustable when Image Mode is set to Custom.
The user may load an
Image Mode and apply it
to Custom.
Saturation
0~ A ~25
Adjustable when Image Mode is set to Custom.
Hue
0~ A ~14
Adjustable when Image Mode is set to Custom.
Gamma
0~ A ~3
Adjustable when Image Mode is set to Custom.
Skin Tone
1~ A ~5
Set skin tone, Adjustable
when Image Mode is set
to Custom.
Brightness
0~ A ~14
Adjustable when Image Mode is set to Custom.
Contrast
0~ A ~14
Adjust the contrast of the
screen,
Adjustable when Image Mode is set to Custom.
Black Level
1. Off
2. Type1
3. Type2
4. Type3
Adjust the shadow detail
and transparency of the
screen,
Adjustable when Image Mode is set to Custom.
Pan Tilt
Zoom
Pan/Tilt Limit
ON/Off
Turn on/off the angle limit
setting
Pan Right
Limit
0~170
Limit the right angle
Pan Left Limit
-170~0
Limit the left angle
Tilt UP Limit
0~90
Limit the upward angle
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Tilt Down
Limit
-30~0
Limit the downward angle
D-Zoom Limit
x1~x12
Limit the D-zoom multiple
Preset Speed
1. 150 deg/sec
2. 250 deg/sec
3. 350 deg/sec
Set the rotation speed of
the cradle head when
Preset is executed
D-effect
Mirror
1. Off
2. Mirror
3. Flip
4. Mirror + Flip
Set the mode at which the
image is turned
Auto
Focus
AF Sensitivity
1. Low
2. Middle
3. High
Select the AF triggering
speed. The higher the
speed is, the faster AF is
triggered.
AF speed
Fast/Normal
Focus speed upon
triggering AF
AF Frame
Full Frame/Center
AF frame setting. When
central area was set as AF
frame, focusing will be on
the center of the screen.
When full area was set as
AF frame, focusing will be
calculated based on the
full screen.
System
C-Video
NTSC LB
Image mode
NTSC CP
NTSC SQ
PAL LB
PAL CP
PAL SQ
Video Type
SDI
Select output video type
YPbPr/DVI
Prompt
ON/Off
Turn on/off the prompt
information on the display
IR Receive
ON/Off
Turn on/off the infrared
reception
Language
English/Chinese
Language
Control
Device
Encoder /
Controller
Set control device
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Factory Reset
ON/Off
Reset all configurations to
factory default settings.
Status
Display the current setting
status
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Chapter 6 Descriptions of Major Functions
6.1 I would like to switch to VC-G50
1. Press [Camera 1 ~ 3] on the remote control to select VC-G50. Camera 1 ~ 3 is selected with IR SELECT.
6.2 I would like to save the current lens position data
1. Press [Preset + ID] on the remote control to save the current position
data.
ID shall be a digit [0 ~ 9].
Use VISCA Command to save the position data to [0~127]
6.3 I would like to clear the saved position data
1. Press [Reset + ID] on the remote control to clear the given position
data.
ID shall be a digit [0 ~ 9].
Use VISCA Command to clear the position data of [0~127]
6.4 I would like to turn on the back light compensation
function
1. Press [Back Light] on the remote control to turn on or turn off the back
light compensation
6.5 I would like to adjust the shooting angle of the lens
1. Press [Tilt ] or [Tilt ] on the remote control to adjust the angle
upward or downward.
2. Press [Pan ] or [Pan ] on the remote control to adjust the angle to
right or left.
3. Press [Pan - Tilt Reset] on the remote control to reset the angle to the
center point.
6.6 I would like to zoom in/out images
6.6.1 Adjust image size
1. Press [Fast +] on the remote control to zoom in images.
2. Press [Fast -] on the remote control to zoom out images.
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6.6.2 Fine-tune image size
1. Press [Slow +] on the remote control to zoom in images.
2. Press [Slow -] on the remote control to zoom out images.
6.7 I would like to adjust the focal length
6.7.1 Auto tune
1. Press [AF] on the remote control to adjust automatically.
6.7.2 Manual focus
1. Press [MF] on the remote control to turn on the manual focus function.
2. Press Focus - [+] or Focus - [-] to adjust.
6.8 I would like to adjust the focus speed
6.8.1 Adjust the AF sensitivity
AF triggering speed. The higher the speed is, the faster AF is triggered.
To shoot fast-moving objects, AF can be set to [High] or [Middle], which
is applicable to quick focus.
When the environment is too dark to enable auto focus or fixed objects
have to be shot in different brightness, AF can be set to [Low].
1. Press [MENU] to activate the setting menu.
2. Press [] or [] to select [Auto Focus].
3. Press [ENTER] to activate.
4. Press [] or [] to select [AF Sensitivity].
5. Press [ENTER] to activate.
6. Press [] or [] to select [High/Meddle/Low].
7. Press [MENU] to exit.
6.8.2 Adjust the focus speed
The focus speed upon triggering AF
[Normal] (default): Image flickering may not occur
[Fast]: The focus speed is fast, but image flickering is more likely to
occur
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1. Press [MENU] to activate the setting menu.
2. Press [] or [] to select [Auto Focus].
3. Press [ENTER] to activate.
4. Press [] or [] to select [AF Speed].
5. Press [ENTER] to activate.
6. Press [] or [] to select [Normal/Fast].
7. Press [MENU] to exit.
6.9 I would like to set the image mode
1. Press [Picture] on the remote control to switch [Off/Neg/B&W].
6.10 I would like to freeze images
1. Press [Freeze] on the remote control to freeze the current image on
the display.
6.11 I would like to rotate the image
1. Press [Mirror] on the remote control to switch [Off/Mirror/Flip/Mirror +
Flip].
6.12 I would like to change the camera direction
1. Press [L/R Direction Set] on the remote control to switch [L/R
Direction / Off / Normal].
6.13 I would like to display the current status
1. Press [Info] on the remote control to display the current status
information.
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Chapter 7 DIP Switch Setting
Output Mode
Setting
Output Mode
Setting
1920x1080/60p
1920x1080/50p
1920x1080/30p
1920x1080/25p
1920x1080/60i
1920x1080/50i
1280x720/60p
1280x720/50p
1280x720/30p
1280x720/25p
1920x1080/59.94p
1920x1080/59.94i
1920x1080/29.97p
1280x720/59.94p
1280x720/29.97p
<Note> Please turn off the machine before changing DIP switch
setting.
7.1 DIP SWITCH
7.1.1 OUTPUT Switch
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7.1.2 IR SELECT
ID
Setting
1 2
3
Setting
Function
Descriptions
0~7
ID 0~7
8~9
Reserved
Setting
Function Descriptions
DIP 1
RS-232C/RS-422 selector
OFF : RS-232C / ON : RS-422
DIP 2
Infrared signal output switch
OFF : Off / ON : On
DIP 3
Communication baud rate selector
OFF : 9600 / ON : 38400
DIP 4
Reserved
7.1.3 Camera Address Selector
7.1.4 System Switch
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7.2 RS-422 Connection
Pin NO.
Function
1
RXD OUT -
2
RXD OUT +
3
TXD OUT -
4
TXD OUT +
5
GND
6
RXD IN -
7
RXD IN +
8
TXD IN -
9
TXD IN +
7.2.1 RS-422 Pin Description
7.2.2 Use RS-422 Connection
1. Hold the two sides of RS-422 connector and pull out in the direction
shown by the arrow in the figure below
2. Peel off a section of copper wire (AWG Nos.28 to18) and insert it into
the connector hole; then use flat screw driver to fix it
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3. Insert the wired RS-422 connector back to the camera. Now the
connection is completed
<Note> When RS-422 connection is being used, do not use
RS-232C connection.
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Chapter 8 Troubleshooting
No.
Problems
Solutions
1.
Boot without
power signal
1. Make sure you have plugged in the power cord.
2. Make sure the Service DIP switch is Off.
2.
No image output
from the VC-G50
1. Check the power.
2. Check if DIP switch is properly set. Refer to
Chapter 7 DIP Switch Setting for related settings.
3. Make sure the display supports the output
resolution; in general, the resolution is
1080p60/1080i60/720p60.
4. Replace the cables and make sure they are not
faulty.
3.
VC-G50 image is
severely delayed
Please use 1080p or 720p 60/50 Hz signals rather
than 25/30 Hz signals.
4.
Not working after
changes to DIP
Switch setting
After completing DIP Switch setting, unplug and
reconnect the power cord and turn on the machine to
change the setting.
5.
VC-G50 cannot be
operated by
remote control
1. Please confirm if the Camera Select on the remote
control can be used together with the IR Select on
VC-G50.
2. Please prevent VC-G50 from direct sunshine.
3. Make sure the energy-saving bulb and the IR touch
screen are as far as possible in order to avoid
interference.
4. When several VC-G50s are connected in the same
area, the operation of two remote controls at the
same time may result in signal interference. It is
recommended to use one remote control only.
6.
The device cannot
be controlled with
Codec
1. Please consult the distributor to make sure the
firmware version is the latest one. The steps to
check version is as follows:
1.1 Press [MENU] on the remote control
1.2 Select [Status]
1.3 Go to Page 5 of [System]
1.4 Make sure the firmware version is correct
This chapter describes problems you may encounter while using VC-G50. If you
have questions, please refer to related chapters and follow all the suggested
solutions. If the problem still occurred, please contact your distributor or the
service center.
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2. Make sure the connection is correct (RS-232/422
Input).
3. Make sure System Switch DIP1 and DIP3 are
correct.
7.
The device cannot
be controlled with
RS-232/RS422
1. Make sure the connection is correct (RS-232/422
Input).
2. Make sure System Switch DIP1 and DIP3 are
correct.
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