Panasonic GP-RV301FL Operation Manual

Before attempting to connect or operate this product,

please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.

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.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral tri­angle, is interned 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.

SA 1966

SA 1965

N0400-0 YWV8QA5476AN Printed in Japan

N 19

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to
rain or moisture.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SER-

VICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

The serial number of this product may be found
on the top of the unit.
You should note the serial number of this unit
in the space provided and retain this instruction
as a permanent record of your purchase to aid
identification in the event of theft.

Model No.
Serial No.

NOTE: 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.

FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example - use only shielded inter­face cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

For U.S.A

Model No. GP-RV301FL

Rear View Camera

Operating Instructions

The GP-RV301FL Rearview Camera is designed exclusively for use in large
trucks, buses and other commercial vehicles.
When combined with Panasonic’s Rearview Monitor, dangerous blind spots
can be reduced significantly.

PREF ACE

• 380 lines of horizontal resolution

• Minimum illumination of 0.25 lx (0.025 foot-candle) with F2.0 lens.

• 46 dB of signal-to-noise ratio.

• Wide field of view by newly developed wide angle f=1.9 mm lens.

• High resistance to shocks and vibration.

• Audio capability with built-in microphone.

FEATURES

• Refer all work related to the installation of this product to qualified
service personnel or system installers.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the camera.

To prevent electric shock, do not remove screws or covers.
There are no user serviceable parts inside. Ask a qualified service per­son for servicing.

• Handle the camera with care.

Do not abuse the camera. Avoid striking, shaking, etc. The camera
could be damaged by improper handling or storage.

• Do not expose the camera to rain or moisture, or try to operate it in
wet areas.

If the camera becomes wet, turn the power off immediately and ask a
qualified service person for servicing. Moisture can damage the camera
and also create the danger of electric shock.

• Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning the camera
body.

Use a dry cloth to clean the camera when dirty.
In case the dirt is hard to remove, use a mild detergent and wipe gently.

• Never face the camera towards the sun.

Do not aim the camera at bright objects. Whether the camera is in use
or not, never aim it at the sun or other extremely bright objects.
Otherwise, blooming or smear may be caused.

• Do not operate the camera beyond the specified temperature,
humidity or power source ratings.

Use the camera under conditions where temperature is between –30

°C -

+60

°C (–22°F - 140°F).

The input power source for this camera is 9 V DC supplied by the exclu­sive Rearview Monitor GP-RV700.

PRECAUTIONS

COMPONENT NAMES AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

q

w

r

e

q Camera Unit

Houses a black and white camera.
Caution: Even though the camera unit is installed in a water-proof hous-

ing, do not spray it with water for cleaning purposes.

w Microphone Hole

For gathering audio around the camera.

q
e

w
r

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

q Audio Out (white)
w Video Out (yellow)
e Camera Ground (black)
r +9 V DC (red)

Battery

Fuse box

Reverse
Switch
(Shift Gear)

+12 V (Red)

3 A

To Reverse Light

Chassis (GROUND) (Green)

Camera

Camera Cable

Connector

Monitor

Remote (Blue)

VIEW RANGE

APPEARANCE

Unit: mm (inch)

e Camera Tilt Adjusting Hole

These 4 holes are used for fixing the camera on the bracket and adjust­ing the camera tilt.

r Camera Cable

For connecting with the GP-RV700 Rearview Monitor via extension cable
(procured locally).
Pin assignment for the 4-pin connector of the cable is shown in the fig­ure below.

5 m (16.5 ft)5 m (16.5 ft)

78°

3 m (10 ft)

14.1 m (46 ft)

5 m (16.5 ft)

10 m (33 ft)

15 m (50 ft)

20 m (66 ft)

28

(1-1/8)

90 (3-9/16)

48 (1-7/8)

70 (2-3/4)

22

(7/8)

7

(9/32)

54 (2-1/18)

30

(1-3/16)

4-M4

22

(7/8)