Panasonic WV-CW374 Specification

Weather Proof

Super Dynamic II Color Camera

(with Low-Light B/W Mode)

WV-CW374

Now outdoor surveillance doesn’t

just look futuristic. It is.

Design, features, ease of installation, weather proof,

WV-CW374 outdoor camera has it all.

The new Panasonic WV-CW374‘s streamlined metallic body contains a

Super Dynamic II camera, 8x variable-focal lens, fan/heater,

and IP66 standard approved weather proof outdoor housing.

It‘s loaded with features that make it ideal for all day,

all night 24-hour surveillance, and it’s easy to install as well.

Unprecedented stylish design makes it the perfect match

for office entrances and communicates

the presence of the highest level of security available.

The ideal form of outdoor surveillance for high-rise office buildings,

suburban office complexes, movie theaters, stadiums, museums,

shopping malls, airports, terminals, and parking lots.

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Futuristic

Affinity

Deterrent

Stylish, silver metallic body

Blends smoothly into

any location/environment

State-of-the-art security

image frightens intruders

IP66 standard approved

Weather Proof

Color or black-and-white

24-hour surveillance

8x variable-focal lens

Easy to install

Choice of 3 installation methods

“Invisible Cable” concealed in bracket

Ultra-sensitive, for lighting
as low as 1 lux (0.1 fc),
at color imaging

High-quality imaging with
510-line color (High) h. resolution

Super Dynamic II

Super Dynamic II

Super Dynamic II technology provides 64
times the range of conventional video
cameras, providing clear, viewable
surveillance images even in extreme
backlit and high contrast lighting situations.

8x variable-focal lens

Equipped with a 5.0 mm - 40.0 mm (8x) variable-focal lens,
ensuring the best possible image under surveillance.

OUTDOOR HIGH PERFORMANCE

Day/Night
switching

Day (Color mode)

Night (B/W mode) at low-light condition

24-hour surveillance

As surroundings darken, it switches automatically from
color to black-and-white mode to enhance sensitivity.
Then in the morning, the Day/Night feature automatically
switches it back to color. Manual switching is also provided.

Weather proof outdoor use

The WV-CW374 model meets the
IP66 international standard. The
camera can be installed under
building eaves, external walls,
rooftops and many other locations.

Set the lens aperture to the bright section,
and the dark section is invisible.

Set the lens aperture to the dark section,
and the bright section is invisible.

Digital signal technology allows images
with high contrast to be seen on screen.

Photographs were taken for the purpose of explanation; actual images may differ.

Flat lens structure

The flat surface of the lens makes it
difficult for dust, water droplets or
snow to stick to it.

Built-in Fan/Heater

The built-in Fan/Heater turns on automatically when it
senses temperature fluctuations,
preventing dew condensation in cold
or changeable climates. Permits
installation in locations with
temperatures ranging from –30°C to
+50°C (–22°F - 122°F).

Equipped with sun shield

The built-in sun shield allows this
camera to be located in direct
sunlight.

Blue LED to deter intruders

The blue LED on the side of the
camera turns on for a deterrent
effect, and starts blinking when the
motion detector sensor activates.
By signally the camera’s movement,
it warns off intruders.

VMD (Video Motion Detector) function

When motion is detected in
the camera image, an alarm
is sent. By connecting the
alarm to a digital disk
recorder that stores the
image, you can construct a
highly effective automated
image-capture system.

Loaded with advanced surveillance features
to ensure dependable weather proof
outdoor surveillance

IP66 dust and moisture protection and day/night features make it the perfect
choice for 24-hour outdoor surveillance. Equipped with an 8x variable-focal lens
and Super Dynamic II image processing, it captures clear images
in low-light and dark locations.

510-line horizontal resolution for clearer,
more vivid color images

Equipped with 768 (H) x 494 (V), 1/3-type CCD that
delivers 510-line color (in High mode) or 570-line resolution
in black-and-white.

Ultra-sensitive for color surveillance
in light as low as 1 lux (0.1 fc)

This ultra-sensitive camera delivers clear full color images
in lighting as low as 1 lux (0.1 fc) and clear black-and-white
images in lighting as low as 0.15 lux (0.015 fc). 32x
electronic enhancement ensures clear color images even in
dimly lit spaces.

Camera title

The monitor displays a title
identifying the camera that is
the source of the image. The
title can be up to 16
characters long and combine
alphabetic, numeric, and
symbolic characters.

24V AC /12V DC power supply

The WV-CW374 can use either 24V AC and 12V DC power
sources.

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Possible

Installation

(Turns white only in demo mode)

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Photographs were taken for the purpose of explanation; actual images may differ.

Use four screws (option) to attach
Mounting Adapter Box to wall.

Sun Shield

Mounting Adapter Box

Mounting Arm

Mounting Plate

Tilt Bracket

Tilt Lock Screw

Pan Bracket

Pan Lock Screw

Rear Cover8x Variable-focal Lens

Blue LED

(Both sides)

Protective Housing

Blue LED

(Both sides)

Attach Mounting
Adapter Box to wall.

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Pass the camera cable through the
Mounting Arm and attach to wall cable.

Attach Camera to
Mounting Arm.

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Use two screws provided.

Attach Trim Covers

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Set Hinge Screw provided to allow
opening and closing

Attach Mounting Plate
to Hinge.

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Use four screws provided to attach
Mounting Plate.

Secure Mounting Plate.

Finished !

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A total outdoor surveillance solution in one stylish unit

Super Dynamic II camera, 8x variable-focal lens, Fan/Heater, Protective Housing, Pan/Tilt bracket,
Mounting Arm, Mounting Plate, and Mounting Adapter Box are all included.

Design

SIMPLE & EASY TO INSTALL

Invisible Cable; Clean, Simple Lines

Both camera and wall cables are
concealed inside the bracket.

Simple Installation Procedure

3-way Installation

Equipped with Monitor output connector

Since a small LCD monitor
(option) can be attached to
the monitor output connector
(3.5mm in diam. Mini jack),
camera angle and focus can
be checked on the spot.

Fits neatly above the existing junction box.

Installation is simple because the Mounting Adapter Box
and Mounting Plate are designed to be mounted directly
above the existing junction box.

The opening can be either
on the left or the right side

The Mounting Plate
opening can be either
on the left or the right.
However, it is best if
one side is tightly
pressed against a wall.

Cables through wall with Mounting Adapter Box

Using Conduit (Flexible pipe) with Mounting Adapter Box

Direct mount without Mounting Adapter Box

PanTilt

Cable in wall

Cable in conduit

Cable in wall, connected
directly to Mounting Plate

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(* The four screws required to attach the Mounting
Plate to the wall are not provided)

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Flexible camera angle settings

The bracket allows the camera to Tilt +30° ~ –90° and pan,
making it possible to freely adjust the camera angle.

Digital Disk Recorder WJ-HD316

PC

PC

WV-CS854B x 8 (1 ~ 8ch)

WV-CW374 x 8 (9

~

16ch)

Color MonitorColor Monitor

PS-Data Link

Ethernet

(10Base-T/100Base-TX Cable)

LAN/WAN

Internet

+

WV-CU650

System Controller

SYSTEM EXAMPLE

MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS

OPTIONAL COMPONENTS

Digital Disk Recorders

WJ-HD316(16ch)

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APPEARANCE

64(2-1/2")

301(11-7/8")50(1-15/16")

212(8-3/8") 200(7-7/8")

82(3-1/4")

130(5-1/8")

15.5(5/8")

78(3-1/16")

125(4-15/16")65(2-9/16") 47(1-7/8")

130(5-1/8")

20

(13/16")

NPSM 3/4

40(1-9/16")5

(3/16")

83.5(3-5/16")

83.5(3-5/16")

133(5-1/4")

4-M5

46

(1-13/16")

72(2-13/16")

133(5-1/4")

27( 1-1/16")

351(13-13/16")

Unit: mm (inches

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MATRIX SYSTEM 150

System Controller

WV-CU650

Matrix Switcher

WJ-SX150A

System Controller

WV-CU360C

Multiplexer Board

WJ-SXB151

Color Monitors

WV-CM2080

51cm (20")

WV-CM1780

41cm (16")

WV-CM1480

36cm (14")

WV-CM1420

34cm (13")

WV-CM1020

22cm (9")

Printed in Japan

WV-JHCW374C(2P-521)

DISTRIBUTED BY:

PANASONIC CANADA INC.

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 Canada [phone]

PANASONIC SALES COMPANY
DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC OF PUERTO RICO, INC.

San Gabriel Industrial Park 65th Infantry Ave. KM. 9.5 Carolina, P.R. 00985 [phone]

Panasonic Digital Communications & Security Company

Unit of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

Security Systems Group

http://www.panasonic.com/security

Executive Office : Three Panasonic Way 2H-2, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Zone Office
Eastern : Three Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 [phone]
Central : 1707 N.Randal Road, Elgin, IL 60123 [phone]
Western : 6550 Katella Ave., Cypress, CA 90630 [phone]

Important note: the WV-CW374 camera is NOT vandal-proof nor does it have any vandal-resistant capabilities.
Safety Precaution: carefully read the operating instructions and installation manual before using this product.

• All TV pictures are simulated. • Weights and dimensions are approximate. • Specifications are subject to change without notice. • These products may be subject to export control regulations.

Pick-up Device 768 (H) x 494 (V) pixels, interline transfer CCD
Scanning Area 4.8 (H) x 3.6 (V) mm
Scanning 525 lines / 60 fields / 30 frames

Horizontal 15.734 kHz, Vertical 60 Hz

Scanning System 2 : 1 interlace
Synchronization Internal / Line lock / VD2 lock
Video Output 1.0V[p-p] NTSC composite / 75 Ω
Horizontal Resolution 510 lines color imaging (at high mode)

480 lines color imaging (at normal mode)
570 lines B/W imaging

S/N Ratio 50dB (min.) <luminance S/N> (at AGC ON, weight ON)
Mini. Illumination

1.0 lux at color imaging, 0.15 lux at B/W imaging

AGC Selectable ON (High/Mid/Low), OFF
White Balance Selectable ATW1/ATW2 and AWC (SET UP MENU)
Aperture Variable (SET UP MENU)
Electronic Light Control

Equivalent to continuous variable shutter speed between 1/60s and 1/10,000s

Dynamic Range 48dB typical
ALC Lens DC
Character Generator ON SCREEN SET UP MENU, CAMERA ID
Lens Type 8x variable focal lens

Focal Length 5.0 - 40.0 mm
Aperture Ratio 1:1.6 (Wide) to 176, F1.9 (Tele) to 176, close
Angular Field of View

Horizontal; 6.6˚ ~ 52˚ Vertical; 5.0˚ ~ 39.6˚

Min. Object Distance 1.2 m (3.9 ft) - ∞

DIP SW

(1) SYNC Switch: INT/LL (2) Upside down Switch: ON/OFF (3) Aperture Switch: SOFT/SHARP
(4) Day/Night Switch: AUTO/COLOR FIX (5) B/W Level: High/Low (6) LED: ON/OFF

Ambient Operating Temperature

–30˚C - +50˚C (–22˚F - 122˚F)

Ambient Operating Humidity

Less than 90 %

Power Source and For camera 24 V AC 60 Hz; 3.8 W 12 V DC; 367 mA

Power Consumption For heater 24 V AC 60 Hz; 12 W

Ingress Protection (Camera Unit)

IP66. NEMA 4X

Dimensions (W x H x D) 130 x 237 x 462 mm (5-1/8" x 9-5/16" x 18-3/16")
Weight 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs.)

SPECIFICATIONS

WJ-HD309(9ch)