CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SER
VICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
A
SA 1965
SA 1966
00 NOT OP£N
The lightning flash with arrowhead
syn^bol, 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 elec
tric 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 accompa
nying the appliance.
A
The serial number of this product may be found on
the bottom of the unit.
You should note the serial number of this unit in the
space provided and retain this book as a permanent
record of your purchase to aid identification in the
event of theft.
FEATURES ..................................................................................................................................................................................2
PRECAUTION
MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ..................................................................................................4
VIEW RANGE ............................................................................................................................................................................. 10
SYSTEM CONNECTION ........................................................................................................................................................... 11
TECHNICAL DATA .................................................................................................................................................................... 12
STANDARD ACCESSORY ........................................................................................................................................................ 14
Panasonic's Rear View Camera, GP-RV201, significantly
reduces dangerous blind spots. This rear view camera
has been developed exclusively for large trucks, buses
and other commercial vehicles.
FEATURES
1. 1/3" Interline Transfer CCD Image Sensor with 512
(H) X 492 (V) pixels.
2. 380 lines of horizontal resolution,
3. 0.05 footcandles (0.5 lux) of minimum illumination at
F1.4.
4. 46dB of signal to noise ratio.
5. Wide field of view by newly developed wide angle
lens f=2.2mm, F1.4.
6. High resistance to shocks and vibration.
7. Single coaxial cable connection enables easy
installation.
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PRECAUTION
Do not attempt to disassemble the camera.
To prevent electric shock, do not remove screws or
cover.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
2.
Handle the camera with care.
Do not abuse the camera. Avoid striking or shaking
it.
The camera could be damaged by improper handling
or storage,
3. Keep the face of the camera lens glass clean.
Whenever cleaning the camera body, clean the tens
glass of the camera by using a soft dry cloth. In case
the dirt is hard to wipe off, use a mild detergent and
wipe gently.
4. Pay attention to obstacles located at the same
height as the rear view camera since they are out
of view of the rear view camera.
Do not operate the camera beyond its temperature
range.
Do not use the camera in an extreme environment
where high temperature or high humidity exist. Use
the camera under conditions where temperatures
are within -22®F- 140''F {-30“C - +GO°C).
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MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
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Camera Unit
The 1/3" CCD B/W camera is inside
Caution
Even though the camera unit is installed in the
water-proof housing, do not spray a water
jet directly at the camera unit for cleaning
purposes
Lens
The auto ins wide angle lens is installed
The focal length is 2 2mm
Note
Keep the lens glass always clean
Camera Angle Adjusting Screws
These 4 screws are used to secure the camera unit
By changing the fixing position of these screws, the
vertical field of view angle of the camera can be
changed approx 70°
Camera Cable Connector
This connector is a drip-proof type connector and
IS used to connect the optional camera cable
GP-CA40(33ft/10m)or GP-CA41 {66ft/20m)
Caution
Whenever disconnecting the camera cable
from this connector for maintenance, turn the
vehicle’s ignition switch to the LOCK position
to turn off the power
Bracket
This bracket is used to secure the camera onto the
vehicle
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INSTALLATION
I Mounting the camera onto the top of
the roof of the vehicle.
1, Remove 4 Camera Angle Adjusting Screws and
remove the Camera Unit from the Bracket.
Remove 4 Angle
Adjusting Screws
2. Secure the Bracket into the top of the roof by using
4 bolts (obtained locally (6 mm/diameter bolt)).
3. Connect the Optional Camera Cable to the Camera
Cable Connector (4).
4. Open the slit on the Connector Cover, and cover
the optional Camera Cable and Camera Cable
Connector.
Note;
Set the Connector Cover so that the slit is in
the up position.
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5. Install the Connector Cover into the chassis of the
Bracket.
6. Adjust the camera to the desired angle and fix the
Camera Unit into the Bracket using 4 Camera Angle
Adjusting Screws,
I Mounting the camera onto the top of the rear
panel of the vehicle.
1. Remove 4 Camera Angle Adjusting Screws and
remove the Camera Unit from the Bracket.
Remove 4 Angle
Adjusting Screws
2, Secure the Bracket on the top of the rear panel
of the vehicle by using 4 bolts (obtained locally (6
mm/diameter bolt)).
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3. Connect the Optional Camera Cable to the Camera 5, Install the Connector Cover into the chassis of the
Cable Connector (4). Bracket.
4. Open the slit on the Connector Cover, and cover
the optional Camera Cable and Camera Cable
Connector.
6. Fix the Camera Unit into the Bracket using 4 Camera
Angle Adjusting Screws.
Note:
Set the Connector Cover so that the slit is in
the up position.
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Note
When using this camera with the following
angle, adjust the camera angle not to touch
to the vehicle
Angle Adjustment
Change the direction of camera as follows
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VIEW RANGE
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SYSTEM CONNECTION
Reverse
Swith
(Shirt Gear)
MONITOR
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< Bottom View>
Unit: inch (mm)
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II
1-3/16’
(30) (22)
11
6’
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7/8’
114
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SPECIFICATIONS
Power Source :
Pick-up Device :
Scanning System :
Scanning :
Synchronization :
Horizontal Resolution :
Video Output ;
Signal to Noise Ratio :
Minimum Illumination :
Lens :
Angular Field of View :
Vibration Resistance :
Ambient Operating Temperature :
Dimensions :
{Excluding Cover and Bracket)
Weight (Excluding Cover and Bracket)
Weight and Dimensions indicated are approximate.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Supplied from specified monitor GP-RV202/GP-RV112,
Approx. DC12V, 200mA
1/3" Interline Transfer CCD with 512 (H) x 492 (V) pixels
2:1 Interlace
525 lines/60 fields/30 frames
Horizontal: 15.734KHz, Vertical: 59.94Hz
Interna!
380 lines
I.OVp-p, 75ohms
46dB
0.05 footcandle (0.5 lux) at Fl .4, AGC ON
FI .4, f:=2.2mm, Auto Iris Control Lens
too'* (H) X 83° (V)
4.4G(10Hz- lOOHz)
-22°F - 140°F (-30°C - -F60°C)
3-9/16" (W) X 2-1/8" (H) X 2-3/4" {D)
90 (W) X 54 (H) X 70 (D) mm
0.93 lbs, (0.42Kg)
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STANDARD ACCESSORY
Connector Cover
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Monitor GP-RV202
Driver's Monitor GP-RV112
Panasonic
Broadcast & Television Systems Company
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
INDUSTRIAL CAMERA DIVISION
ExBcutiva Office One Panasonic Way 4H 2 SecaucuS New Jersey 07094 (201) 392 6674