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Colour Explosion Proof Video Camera
USER MANUAL
VID-C
Part Number: MAN-0036-00 Rev 4
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Copyright © 2002 Net Safety Monitoring Inc.
Printed in Canada
This manua l is provided for informational purposes only. Although the informa tion cont ained in t his manual is
believed to be accurate, it could include technica l inaccuracies or ty pographical errors. Cha nges are, therefore,
periodically made to the information within t his document and incorporated w ithout notice into subsequent
revisions of the manu al. Net Safety Monitoring Inc. assumes no responsibility for any er rors th at may be
contained within this manual.
This manual is a guide for the use of a VID-C and the data and procedur es contained within this docu ment have
been verified and are believed to be adequate for the intend ed use of the camera . If the camera or procedu res are
used for purposes other than as described in th e manual without receiving prior confirma tion of v alidity or
suitabilit y, Net Safety Monitoring Inc. does not guara ntee the results and assum es no obligation or liability.
No pa rt of this manu al may be co pied, disseminated or distribut ed without the express written consen t of Net
Sa fety Monitorin g Inc.
Net Safety Monitoring Inc. pr oducts, are carefully designed and manufactured from high qu ality components and
can be expected to pr ovide many years of trouble free service. Ea ch product is thoroughly tested, inspected and
calibrated prior to shipment. Failures can occu r which ar e beyon d the contr ol of the m anufacturer. Failures can be
min imized b y adhering to the operating and maint enance instructions herein. W here the absolu te greatest of
reliability is required, redun dancy should be designed into t he system.
Net Safety Monitoring Inc., warrants its sensors and detectors against defective parts and workmanship for a
period of 24 months from date of p urchase an d other electronic assemblies for 36 months from da te of purchase.
No other warranties or liabilit y, expressed or implied, will be hon ored b y Net Safety Monitor ing INC
C ontact Net Safety Monitoring Inc. or an authorized distributor for details.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction .................................................. 1
Description ............................................................................ 1
Features .............................................................................. 1
Chapter 2 Installation and Start Up ....................................... 2
What’s in the package ................................................................... 2
Location of Camera(s) ................................................................... 2
Figure 1 VID-C Dimensional Diagram ................................................. 3
Figure 2 Swivel Mount ............................................................. 4
VID-C Wiring .......................................................................... 5
Figure 3 Wiring diagram for the VID-C colour video camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installation Checklist..................................................................... 7
Start Up .............................................................................. 7
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting .............................................. 7
Chapter 4 Maintenance ................................................. 8
Appendix A Technical Specifications ....................................... I
Appendix B Electrostatic Sensitive Device Handling Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Description
T he Net Safety M onitoring Inc. VID-C explosion proof video camera is ideally su ited for safety
monitoring systems in hazard ous locations. The color video camer a, mounted in an explosion proof
h ousin g, delivers a compos ite video output for use with most VCR's or video monitors. The wide
viewin g angle provides for large area coverage by one camera.
Features
< Full color video with optional bl ack and white
< Compatible with industry standard CCTV hardware and software
< 3 feet of video cable with RCA jack included
< Viewing angle of 52/ horizontal
< High Resolution
< Extremely compact size
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Chapter 2 Installation and Start Up
What’s in the package
R emove all the comp onents from the pa cking box(s) carefully; check components aga inst the packing list. Inspect
a ll components for obv ious damage and broken/loo se parts. Notify the carrier and distributor im mediat ely if
damage is fou nd or pa rts are missing.
Location of Camera(s)
Proper location of the VID-C is essential for providing maximum coverage. The most effective placement an d
n umb ers of ca meras var ies depending on the lo cation . Experience, com mon sense, and knowledge of the area will
determine the nu mber of camera s needed and the best locations to monitor t he area a dequately.
The following factors are imp ortan t and should b e con sidered for every installation:
< The VID-C should be located where it is safe from potential sources of contamination i.e.
oil film, dirt.
< The VID-C must be accessible for cleaning.
< Exposure to excessive heat or vibration can cause premature failure of electronic devices
and should be avoided if possible.
Refer to figure 1 and 2 for installation information.
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Figure 1 VID-C Dimensional Diagram
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Figure 2 Swivel Mount
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VID-C Wiring
NOTE
The VID-C contains semiconductor devices that are susceptible to damage by electrostatic discharge. An
electrostatic charge can build up on the skin and discharge when an object is touched. Therefore, use
caution when handling the device, taking care not to touch the terminals or electronic components. For
more information on proper handling, refer to 'Electrostatic Sensitive Device Handling Procedure', in
Appendix A.
R efer to Figure 3 for wiring information. An RCA jack is termin ated at the en d of the 3 foot coaxial cable.
Coaxial cable transmission is up to 1000 feet without amplification. Regular video cable
transmission is from 500 feet to 700 feet maximum.
NOTE:
The wiring procedures in this manual are intended to ensure proper functioning of the device under
normal conditions. However, because of the many variations in wiring codes and regulations, total
compliance to these ordinances cannot be guaranteed. Be certain that all wiring complies with
applicable regulations that relate to the installation of electrical equipment in a hazardous area. If in
doubt, consult a qualified official before wiring the system.
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Figure 3 Wiring diagram for the VID-C colour video camera
The use of Coaxial cable is highly recommended for the video signal to protect against interference
caused by extraneous electrical “noise”.
Refer t o ap plicable wiring codes when installing and wiring the VID-C. Aft er the field wirin g has been carefully
con nected, check that the correct wires are connect ed to the corresponding termina ls and that voltage levels do not
exceed the specifications. When t he wiring and voltages have been verified remove power form the sy stem.
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Installation Checklist
The following checklist is provided to check t he system a nd confirm tha t all phases of system installation are
complete and have been performed correctly.
T VID-C is securely mounted
T All wiring and cables are properly connected
T power source is operational
Start Up
With power applied, check that you are receivin g a video signal on your VC R or video monitor.
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
The VID-C is not designed to be repaired in the field. If a pr oblem should develop, carefully check for correct
wiring. I f it is determ ined that the problem is caused by an electronic defect, the device must be returned to the
factory for repa ir.
The unit is under full warranty for Two Year s from the dat e of purchase.
Net Safety Monitoring Inc. supplies all distributors with advance replacement units. These units are available to
you du ring the warran ty period. Th is allows Net Safety Monitorin g Inc. time to repair your unit while you keep
your operations running smoothly.
Before retur n ing devices or components, contact the nearest distributor so that an MRA (Material Return
Authorization) num ber can be assigned. A wr itten statement describing the malfunction must accompany the
r eturned device or component to hasten finding the cause of the failure, thereby reducing the time and cost of the
repair t o you. Use sufficient packing material in a ddition to an a nti- static bag or alumin um-backed cardboard as
protection from electrost atic discharge.
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Chapter 4 Maintenance
To ensure reliable viewin g, it is important to periodically clean the camer a window. Although the frequency of
this cleaning is determined by the requirements of the particular process, it is recom mended that the VID-C be
cleaned ev ery year.
1 Using the included window cleaning kit (part number H DW-0061), clean the front side of the
window.
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Appendix A
Technical Specifications
< Operating Voltage:
12V to 32 V
< Power Consumption (at 24 Vdc):
2.0 Watts nom inal.
70 mA nom inal.
< Operating Temperature:
<Storage Temperature:
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-25 C to +60 C (-13 F to +140 F).
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-40 C to +60 C (-40 F to +140 F).
<Resolution:
Horizontal 350 TV lines.
< Number of Pixels:
Total: 252K pixels; Effective: 512(H) 492(V)
< Dim en sion s:
Refer to Figure 1 and 2
< Shipping Weight (approximate):
1.6 Kg (3.5 lb)
< Detector Enclosure Material:
Powder coated or anodized aluminum (Optional Sta inless Steel)
< Certification:
Housing is certified to CSA. Certified ratings are; NEMA 4X for environmental protection and
CSA, Class I, Division 1 Groups B, C and D for hazardous locations.
< Viewing Angle
Horizontal 52
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< S/N (Signal to Noise ratio):
$ 46dB
< Ou tput
1Vp-p, 75 ohms composite signal (NTSC)
< C on n ector :
Standard RCA Video Signal Connector
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Appendix B
Electrostatic Sensitive Device Handling
Procedure
Electrostatic damage can occur in severa l w ays. The most familiar is by physical conta ct. Touching an object
causes a discharge of electr ostatic energy that has built up on t he skin. If the charge is of sufficient magnitud e, a
spark will also be visible. This voltage is often more than enough to damage some electronic components. Some
devices can be damaged without any physical contact. Exposure to an electric field can cause damage if the
electric field exceeds the dielectric breakdown voltage of the capacitive elements within the device.
In some cases, permanent damage is instantaneous and an immediate malfunction is realized. Often, however, the
symptoms are not immediately observed. Per formance may be marginal or even seemingly normal for an
indefinite period of time, followed by a sudden and mysterious failu re.
Damage caused by electrostatic discharge can be virtually eliminated if the eq uipment is handled only in a static
safegu arded work a rea and if it is tran sported in a package or container tha t will render the necessary pr otection
against static electricity. Net Safet y Monitoring Inc. modules that might be damaged by static electricity are
carefully wrap ped in a static p rotective material before being packaged. Foam pa ckagin g blocks are also treat ed
with an ant i-static agent If it sh ould ever become necessary to return the module, it is highly recommended t hat it
be carefully packaged in the original carton and static protective wrapping.
Sin ce a static safeguar ded work area is usually impractical in most field installations, caution should be exercised
to handle the module by its metal sh ields, taking care not to touch electronic components or terminals.
In general, always exercise all of t he accepted and pr oven precautions that are n ormally observed when handling
electrostatic sensitive devices.
A warning label is placed on the packag ing, id entifying those units tha t use electrosta tic sensitive semiconductor
devices.
* Published in accordance with EIA standard 471
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