Panasonic VL-V591 Installation And Operation Manual

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Installation and Operation Guide

Lobby Station

Model No. VL-V591

Contents

Introduction

System component .............................................................2

Included items .....................................................................2

Important Information

For your safety ....................................................................3

Important safety instructions .............................................4

For best performance .........................................................4

Other information ................................................................4

Controls

Location of controls ............................................................5

Installation

Before installation ...............................................................6

Installing the lobby station .................................................7

Wiring schematic diagram ................................................10

Programming

How to program the settings ............................................12

Registering room numbers ..............................................13

Setting the PIN (Personal Identication Number) ..........14

Setting the time how long the door remains open .........14

Using the Lobby Station

Calling a room from the lobby station .............................15

Opening the door using the PIN

(Personal Identication Number) ..................................15

General Information

Cleaning .............................................................................16

Specications ....................................................................16

Other Infomation................................................................16

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Introduction

System component

The lobby station can be connected to up to 20 main monitor stations (in each room).
For details on the main monitor stations that are compatible to the lobby station, see the table below.
In this document, examples are shown with connections made to the VL-MW251 main monitor station. Depending on the
main monitor station used, operations may differ to those explained in this document. Please read the documentation of your
main monitor station.

Common entrance

Lobby station

Main unit

Max.
20 rooms

Power

supply unit

Power plug
(220 V – 240 V AC)

Door opener (Optional)

Resident

Main monitor station
Example: VL-MW251

Room

Room

Room

Door station
Example: VL-V566

N System component table (as of October, 2017)

Place

Unit name

Model no.

Connectable number

Note:

LFor details on optional units that can be connected to the main monitor stations, see the operating instructions of the main

monitor stations.

LIf units that are not specied in the table above are connected, the lobby station will not work properly.
LThe available products differ depending on your region. For more information, please consult your dealer.

Common entrance

Lobby station

VL-V591

1 20 (total)

Resident

Main monitor station (Main monitor)

VL-MW251, VL-MV30, VL-MV71,
VL-MV72, VL-MVN511, VL-MWD272,
VL-MWD273, VL-MW274, VL-MWD501

Door station

The types and number of door
stations that can be connected differs
depending on the main monitor used.
Refer to the documentation of your
main monitor station.

Included items

1 2

4 5 6 7

No. Item Quantity Notes

Main unit

1

Flush mounted box

2

Screw (4 mm x 25 mm)*

3

Power supply unit

4

AC cable

5

Cable binder*

6

Screw (4 mm x 40 mm)*

7

*1 Attached to the side of the main unit.
*2 Attached to the power supply unit.

2

1

2

3

1

1

4

1

1

Consists of the upper cabinet and lower cabinet (page 8).

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For the ush mounted box

Model No. VL-PS241

For the power supply unit

1

2

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Important Information

For your safety

To prevent severe injury and loss of life/property, read this section carefully before using the unit to ensure proper
and safe operation of your unit.

WARNING

Power connection

LUse only the power source marked on the unit. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to the building,

consult your dealer or local power company.

LUse only the specied power supply unit.
LDo not place objects on the power cable. Install the unit where no one can step or trip on the cable.
LDo not overload power outlets and extension cords. This can result in the risk of re or electric shock.
LCompletely insert the power plug into the power outlet. Failure to do so may cause electric shock and/or

excessive heat resulting in a re.

LRegularly remove any dust, etc. from the power plug by pulling it from the power outlet, then wiping with a dry

cloth. Accumulated dust may cause an insulation defect from moisture, etc. resulting in a re.

LUnplug this unit from power outlets if it emits smoke, an abnormal smell or makes unusual noise. These

conditions can cause re or electric shock. Conrm that smoke has stopped and contact an authorized service

center.

LNever touch the plug with wet hands. Danger of electric shock exists.
LDo not connect a power cable to a terminal that is not specied in this guide. Connecting to the wrong terminal

may cause electric shock and/or excessive heat resulting in a re.

Installation

LLeave installation work to the dealer.

Installation work requires technique and experiences. Failure to observe this may cause re, electric

shock, injury, or damage to the product. Consult the dealer.

LElectrical connection work should be performed by certied personnel only.

Certication is required for performing electrical connection work. Consult your dealer.

LDo not install the product in a place where there is high humidity.
LDo not install the power supply unit in the following places:

– Places where the power supply unit may be splashed with water or chemicals.
– Places where there is a high concentration of dust, or high humidity.

LDo not allow the power cable or power plug to be excessively pulled, bent or placed under heavy objects.
LDo not make any wiring connections when the power supply is turned on.
LNever install wiring during a lightning storm.
LWhen existing wires are used, it is possible that they contain AC voltage. Electric shock or unit damage could

result. Contact an authorized service center.

Operating safeguards

LTo reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this unit. Refer servicing to an authorized service

center when service is required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other

risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the unit is subsequently used.

LDo not touch the power supply unit/power plug during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of

electric shock from lightning.

LNever push any objects through slots in the power supply unit. This may result in the risk of re or electric

shock. Never spill any liquid on the power supply unit.

LUnplug this unit from power outlets and refer servicing to an authorized service center when the following

conditions occur:
A. If the power cable is damaged or frayed.
B. If metal objects have been dropped inside the unit.
C. If the power supply unit has been exposed to rain or water, or liquid has been spilled into the power supply

unit.

D. If the unit has been dropped or physically damaged.

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Important Information

CAUTION

Installation and relocation

LThe power plug is used as the main disconnect device. Ensure that the power outlet is installed near the

product and is easily accessible.

LInstall the unit securely adhering to the instructions in this guide to prevent it from falling off the wall. Avoid

installing onto low-strength walls, such as gypsum board, ALC (autoclaved lightweight concrete), concrete

block, or veneer (less than 18 mm thick) walls.

Do not install the unit using a different method from the instructions in this guide.

LIf the wiring is outdoors, use a protection tube or a surge protector.
LIf the wiring is underground, do not make any connections underground.
LIf the wiring is underground, use a protection tube.

Important safety instructions

When using this unit, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or personal

injury.
L Use only the power cable indicated in this guide.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For best performance

Before using

LWhen power fails, this unit cannot be used.

Environment

LWhen you leave the unit unused for a long period of time, unplug it from the power outlet.
LThe power supply unit should be kept away from heat sources such as heaters, etc. It should not be placed in rooms where

the temperature is less than 0 °C or greater than 40 °C. Damp basements should also be avoided.

Other information

LPanasonic assumes no responsibility for injuries or property damage resulting from failures arising out of improper

installation or operation inconsistent with this documentation.

LIf you stop using the unit, remove the unit from the wall to prevent it from falling off.
LAfter the installation, explain all precautions and warnings to the customers before use.
LContact the dealer where you purchased this unit for repair.

Note for product disposal, transfer, or return

LThis product can save the PIN required to open the door. To protect your privacy/condentiality, we recommend that you

change the PIN to the default (0000) before you dispose of, transfer or return the product (page 14).

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Controls

Location of controls

N Upper cabinet front view

A

B

C
D

E

F

G

Main unit

H

I

J

K

A Camera

B Lens cover

C BUSY indicator

LLights when the called main monitor station is in use.

D DOOR OPEN indicator

LLights when the door of the common entrance is

opened.

E Keypad

F {CLR} (CLEAR) button

LTo stop the operation.

G Speaker

H Microphone

I Room number display

J {CALL} button

LWhen a visitor presses the call button after entering the

room number, a ringer tone will ring.

N Upper cabinet rear view

LThe gure below shows the appearance when

the lower cabinet is removed (page 8).

L

M

N
O

P

Q

K Room number plate

LYou can write down room numbers on this plate by

removing the rear cover from the upper cabinet.

L Rear cover (for the room number plate)

M Camera angle control lever (page 8)

N PROGRAM switch

LTo register room numbers and program other settings

(page 12-14).
Use a pointed object such as a pen to press this switch.

O RESET switch

LTo reset the unit if it is not working properly.

(The program settings are not affected.)
Use a pointed object such as a pen to press this switch.

P BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION switch (page 9)

Q Speaker volume switch (page 9)

R Water drain holes

LThese holes allow rain water to drain.

Do not cover them.

R

N Lobby station image quality

The following phenomena may occur. They are not malfunctions.

L If the sun can be seen, its center appears as a black dot.
LAt night or when there is poor lighting in the doorway, the image colors become unclear. If there is a light in the

doorway, the image may appear greenish.

LDuring the daytime or if there is bright light in the doorway, the color of the visitor’s clothing may appear differently to

the actual color.

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