Panasonic WV-BP140, WV-BP144, WV-BP142 User Manual

1. The following functions are built in. (1) Auto Light Control (ALC)/Electronic Light

Control (ELC) (2) Back Light Compensation (3) Line-locked Sync or Multiplexed Vertical

Drive (VD2) (only for WV-BP140 and WV-

BP144)/Internal Sync or VD2 (only for

WV-BP142)

2. Signal-to-noise ratio of 46 dB (Equivalent to AGC Off)

FEATURES

3. Minimum illumination of 0.08 lux (0.008 footcandle) with F1.4 lenses

4. Horizontal resolution of 380 lines

5. Shooting of indoor scenes with fixed iris lens by use of Electronic Light Control (ELC) function

6. Selectable auto iris control signal for the lens from a video signal or DC control signal

1. 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.

2. Handle the camera with care.

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

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

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.

4. 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. Afterwards, wipe off the remained part of the detergent in it with a dry cloth.

5. Clean the CCD faceplate with care.

Do not clean the CCD with strong or abrasive detergents. Use lens tissue or a cotton tipped applicator and ethanol.

6. 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.

PRECAUTIONS

Before attempting to connect or operate this product,

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

N0301-0 V8QA5750AN Printed in Japan

N 19

Model No. WV-BP140

WV-BP142 WV-BP144

CCTV Cameras

Operating Instructions

(Lens Option)

PREF ACE

Panasonic’s WV-BP140/BP142/BP144 series introduce a new level of high picture quality and high resolution through the use of a 1/3-inch interline transfer CCD image sensor having 510 horizontal

pixels (picture elements). This model offers cutting-edge technology for advanced video surveillance.

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 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 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 instruction as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in the event of theft.

Model No. Serial No.

SA 1966

SA 1965

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

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

Caution:

To prevent fire or electric shock hazard, use a UL listed cable (VW-1, style 1007) for the DC 12 V or AC 24 V Input Terminal.

Cautions:

• Connect to 12 V DC (10.5 V-16 V) or 24 V AC (19.5 V-28 V) class 2 power supply only. Make sure to connect the grounding lead to the GND terminal when the power is supplied from a 24 V AC power source.

• To prevent fire or electric shock hazard, use a UL listed cable (VW-1, style 1007) for the DC 12 V or AC 24 V Input Terminal.

GND

AC 24V IN

VIDEO OUT

<WV-BP140>

<WV-BP144>

<WV-BP142>

DC 12V IN

WV–

BP144

LOCK

Fixing Screws

Camera Mounting Screw Holes

Mount Adapter

ELC

ALC

(ELC)(ALC)

VIDEO

OFF

BLC ON

ELC

ALC

(ELC)(ALC)

VIDEO

OFF

BLC ON

ELC

ALC

(ELC)(ALC)

VIDEO

OFF

BLC ON

ELC

ALC

(ELC)(ALC)

VIDEO

OFF

BLC ON

MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

q Auto Iris Lens Connector

Supplies power and control signals to an auto iris lens (not supplied).

w Flange-back Adjusting Ring

This ring adjusts the back-focal distance or picture focus. Rotate this ring clockwise for a C-mount lens or counterclockwise for a CSmount lens.

e Lens (option)

r Mount Adapter

The camera mounting screw hole is for mounting the camera onto a mounting bracket. The camera is originally designed to be mounted from the bottom, however, a topmounting type is also available. To mount from the top, remove the mount adapter from the bottom of the camera by removing two fixing screws. Attach the mount adapter to the top as shown in the diagram, then mount the camera on the mounting bracket. Make sure that two original screws are used when mounting the mount adapter; longer type screws may damage inner components, too shorter type screws may cause the camera drop.

t Focus Fixing Screw

y Power Cord (only for WV-BP140)

Connect this power cord to an electrical outlet of 120 V AC 60 Hz.

u DC 12 V Input Terminal

[DC 12V IN (only for WV-BP142)]

This terminal is for connecting the 12 V DC power supply cord.

i AC 24 V Input Terminal

[AC 24V IN (only for WV-BP144)]

This terminal is for connecting the 24 V AC 60Hz power supply cord.

o Automatic Light Control/Electronic Light

Control Selector (ALC, ELC)

Lets you select the mode according to the lens type used. ALC: Select this mode when an auto iris lens

(ALC lens) is used with this camera.

ELC: Select this mode when a fixed iris lens

or manual iris lens is used with this camera.

!0 Back Light Compensation Mode Selector

[BLC ON, OFF (ALC, ELC)]

Lets you select BLC ON or OFF according to the position of the object and light conditions on the screen.

BLC ON: Select this mode when a strong

light such as a spot light is in the back ground.

OFF: Normal picture.

1. Confirm the position of the lens type and the lens drive signal selector.

2. If you have selected ALC, use the selector (ALC) to select the mode. If ELC is selected, select the mode by selector (ELC).

Caution: To use in ALC mode, make sure to

set the selector (ELC) to OFF position. To use in ELC mode, make sure to set the selector (ALC) to OFF position.

!1 Lens Drive Signal Selector (VIDEO, DC)

Lets you select the mode according to the type of auto iris lens drive signal to be supplied to the lens from the auto iris lens connector. VIDEO: Select this mode if you are using the

auto iris lens that requires a video drive signal.

DC: Select this mode if you are using the

auto iris lens that requires a DC drive signal.

!2 Video Output Connector (VIDEO OUT)

This connector is for connecting with the VIDEO IN connector of the video monitor. Whenever the multiplexed vertical drive (VD2) signal is supplied to this connector, the camera synchronization mode is automatically set to Vertical Drive.

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

Use the camera under conditions where temperature is between –10°C - +50°C (14°F 122°F), and humidity is below 90 %. The input power source is 120 V AC 60 Hz for WV-BP140, 12 V DC for WV-BP142, and 24 V AC 60 Hz for WV-BP144.

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