Panasonic WV-CP160 User Manual
Panasonic
Color CCTV Camera
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Model No
Serial No.
VW-CP160
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WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire or etectrfc shock, do riot expose this appliance to rain or moieture.
PREFACE
Panasonic’s WV-CP160 color digital camera introduces a new level of high picture quality
and high resolution through the use of a 1/3-inch interline transfer CCD image sensor having
768 horizontal pixels (picture elements), and digital signal processing LSIs. This model
offers cutting-edge technology for advanced video surveillance. This VP multiplex camera
can be connected with specified monitor by single coaxial cable.
PRECAUTIONS
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.
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 briglit objects. Otherwise, blooming or smear may
be caused.
7. Do not operate the camera beyond the specified temperature or humidity.
Use the camera under conditions where temperature is between -10“C - +50X (14°F -
122“F). and humidity is below 90%.
FEATURES
The following functions are built in.
(1) Auto Light Control (ALC)/Electronic Light Control {ELC)
The SUPER-DU function eliminates interference by strong background lighting
(2)
which makes the camera picture dark, such as a spotlight.
Dynamic range of 46 dB.
Auto/Manual White Balance Function
(3)
Electronic Shutter Function
(4)
Signal-to-noise ratio of 50 dB
Minimum illumination of 0.8 lx (0.08 footcandle) with F 1.4 tenses.
Minimum illumination of 0.4 lx (0.04 footcandle) with Panasonic aspherical high speed
(F0.75) lenses.
480 lines of horizontal resolution
High quality picture:
(a) 2H type vertical enhancer for greater picture sharpness
(b) Chroma averaging circuit for better color signal-to-noise ratio
Minimum of aliasing on fine objects
(c)
Expanded dynamic range by use of knee circuit
(d)
Highlight aperture correction for greater picture detail of bright objects
(e)
Ability to shoot indoor scenes with fixed iris lens by use of Electronic Light Control (ELC)
function.
MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
Open the panel to the upper left until it stops by rotating counterclockwise.
0 Auto Iris Lens Connector
This connector is used to connect the auto iris lens. It supplies power and DC control
signal to the auto iris lens.
0 Flange-back Adjusting Ring
This ring is used to adjust the back focal length or picture focus by rotating it.
d) Lens (Option)
(D Camera Mounting Screw Hole
This hole is used to mount the camera onto a mounting bracket,
(D Focus Fixing Screw
® Down Button ()
This button is used to move the cursor downward. It is also used to select items in the
CAM SET UP menu.
® Right Button ()
This button is used to move the cursor to the right. It also selects the mode and can be
used to adjust some levels.
® Left Button ()
This button is used to move the cursor to the left. It also selects the mode and can be
used to adjust some levels.
® Up Button (£®1)
This button is used to move the cursor upward. It is also used to select items in the
CAM SET UP menu.
® Set Button ([^)
This button is used to activate an item selected in the CAM SET UP menu.
®. ® Selector (NC)
This selector is not used on this camera.
® Detail Level Selector (SOFT-SHARP)
This selector is used to select the detail / aperture level as follows.
SOFT: When a quad system is connected to this camera, select this position.
SHARP: Select this position usually,
® Power indicator
This indicator lights up when the power of this camera is on.
® Monitor Output Connector (MONITOR OUT)
This connector is used to connect with the video input connector of the monitor.
® Video Output Connector (VIDEO OUT)
This connector is used to connect a coaxial cable to the camera input connector of the
specified monitor or camera drive unit, to receive DC power and vertical drive pulse,
and supply the video output of the camera.
® Rear Cover
The rear cover can be removed, if you require.
CONNECTIONS
Caution: Keep the POWER switch of the specified monitor, Camera Extension Unit and
Camera Drive Unit in OFF position while making connections. If the power of these units
is ON during connections, the camera does not function due to the built-in protection
circuit which protects it against wrong connections.
Basic System
Connect the coaxial cables between the camera and CAMERA IN connector of the
specified monitor or Camera Drive Unit. The approximate maximum cable length is as
follows:
Cameras
Maximum
Cable Length
200 m (660 ft)
500 m (1 650 ft)
DC R/1000 ft. of
Inner Conductor
Less than 30 n
Less than 12 ii
Coaxial
Cable Type
RG-59/U
RG-6/U
The maximum DC resistance between the camera and these unit is 20 fl.
Mounting the Lens
Caution:
Before you mount the lens, loosen the screw on the side of the camera, and rotate this
ring clockwise until it stops. If the ring is not at the end, the inner glass or CCD image
sensor may be damaged.
Mount the lens by turning it clockwise
on the lens mount of the camera.
2.
Connect the lens cable to the auto iris
tens connector on the side of the cam
era.
Screw
Caution for Mounting the Lens
The lens mount should be a CS-mount (1'-32UN) and the fens weight should be less than
450 g (0.99 lbs). If the lens is heavier, both the lens and camera should be secured by
using the supporter.
The protrusion at the rear of the tens should be as shown below:
CS-mount: Less than 8 mm (5/16")
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