Sanyo VCC-3944 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

COLOR CCD camera

About this manual

Before installing and using the camera, please read this manual carefully. Be sure to keep it handy for later reference.

VCC-3944

Depending on the conditions of use, installation and
environment, please be sure to make the appropriate settings
and adjustments. If you need help with installation and/or
settings, please consult your dealer.

CONTENTS

INFORMATION TO USER .................................. 2

PRECAUTIONS .................................................. 3

PARTS NAMES .................................................. 4

MOUNTING THE LENS...................................... 6

CONNECTIONS.................................................. 8

SETTINGS .......................................................... 9

TROUBLESHOOTING...................................... 14

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................ 15

FEATURES

• Built-in interline transfer method 1/4" CCD, approx.
270,000 picture elements

• Equipped with a DSP (Digital Signal Processor) function

• Horizontal resolution, more than 350 TV lines

• High sensitivity, minimum required illumination is 0.3 lux
(High Gain, F1.2)

• Two types of backlight compensation functions (multi-spot
photometry and center focus photometry)

• Low smear, anti-blooming, low lag, no burning and no
geometric distortion using the CCD solid state image
device.

• 100% solid state components giving excellent immunity to
shock and vibration

• Not subject to interference from magnetic or electrostatic
fields

• Power supply: 24 V AC and 12 V DC operation

• Use a DC type auto-iris lens.

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INFORMATIN TO USER

Safety Guard

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE
IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE
ACCOMPANYING THIS UNIT.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK ,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

For the customers in Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.

Pour la clientèle canadienne

Cet appareil numerique de la Classe B est conforme a la
norme NMB-003 du Canada.

This installation should be made by a qualified service person
and should conform to all local codes.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:

–

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that

to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Sanyo
may void the user’s authority to operate this camera.

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PRECAUTIONS

■■■■ In case of problem

Do not use the camera if smoke or a strange odour comes
from the unit, or if it seems not to function correctly. Disconnect
the power cord immediately, and consult your dealer (or a
Sanyo Authorized Service Centre).

■■■■ Do not open or modify

Do not open the cabinet, as it may be dangerous and cause
damage to the unit. For internal settings and repairs, consult
your dealer (or a Sanyo Authorized Service Centre).

■■■■ Do not put objects inside the unit

Make sure that no metal objects or flammable substance get
inside the camera. If used with a foreign object inside, it could
cause a fire, short-circuits or damages.

If water or a liquid gets inside the camera, disconnect the
power cord immediately, and consult your dealer (or a Sanyo
Authorized Service Centre). Be careful to protect the camera
from rain, sea water, etc.

■■■■ Be careful when handling the unit

To prevent damages, do not drop the camera or subject it to
strong shock or vibration.

■■■■ Install away from electric or magnetic fields

If installed close to a TV, radio transmitter, magnet, electric
motor, transformer, audio speakers the magnetic field they
generate will distort the image.

■■■■ Protect from humidity and dust

To prevent damages to the camera, do not install it where
there is greasy smoke or steam, where the dampness may get
too high, or where there is a lot of dust.

■■■■ Protect from high temperatures

Do not install close to stoves, or other heat generating devices,
such as spotlights, etc., or where it could be subject to direct
sunlight, as that could cause deformation, discoloration or
other damages.

Be careful when installing close to the ceiling, in a kitchen or
boiler room, as the temperature may raise to high levels.

Install where the temperature range will stay between –10°C
and 50°C. (no condensation)

■■■■ Cleaning

• Dirt can be removed from the cabinet by wiping it with a soft
cloth. To remove stains, wipe with a soft cloth moistened
with a soft detergent solution and wrung dry, then wipe dry
with dry soft cloth.

• Do not use benzine, thinner or other chemical product on
the cabinet, as that may cause deformation and paint
peeling. Before using a chemical cloth, make sure to read
all accompanying instructions. Make sure that no plastic or
rubber material comes in contact with the cabinet for a long
period of time, as that may cause damage or paint peeling.

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PARTS NAMES

Flange-back lock screw (LOCK)

1

Flange-back adjustment dial

2

2

1

1 Shorter screws: M3 x 4
2 Longer screws: M3 x 6
3 Camera mounting

screw hole:
1/4"-20 UNC

3

4

Lens mount cap

3

The cap is installed to protect the lens mount section.
Remove the lens mount cap before installing a lens (sold separately).

Camera installation bracket

4

The bracket can be fixed at the top or bottom of the camera. When fixing the bracket, be sure to
use the longer screws and install the shorter screws on the opposite side to seal the openings.

CAUTION:

When installing the camera support, select a location that can support the total weight
of the camera and accessories.

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PARTS NAMES

9

8

7

6

5

F

G

H

Camera setup section

5

White balance adjustment volume (WB R or B)

6

Line phase adjustment volume (PHASE)

7

Lens iris adjustment volume (LEVEL)

8

Lens iris output connector (LENS)

9

This 4-pin connector is used to send the DC control signal and power supply to an auto-iris type
lens.

F Video output connector (VIDEO OUT: BNC type)

Connect this connector to a device such as a VCR or monitor with a VIDEO IN connector.

24 V AC or 12 V DC input terminal (AC24V, DC12V, GND)

G

Power indicator (POWER)

H

Comes on when the power to the camera is on.

■■■■ Power supply connections

Use a 3 wire grounded cable (18 AWG or more), and connect as shown by the illustration.

CAUTION:

• To prevent camera and/or AC adaptor failure, pay close attention to polarity when making
the connections.

• To prevent fire hazard any UL listed wire rated VW-1, should be used for the 24 V AC cable
input terminal.

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MOUNTING THE LENS

Please use a DC type auto-iris lens (sold separately).

C mount type lens

2

3

1

CS mount
type lens

Check the lens mount

Do not use a lens if the length “L” is more than 5 mm. That may damage
the camera and prevent proper installation.

Remove the lens mount cap from the camera.

1

Install the auto-iris lens.

2

CS mount type lens

Carefully align the lens mount with the camera opening, then turn the lens slowly to install it.

C mount type lens

2

To allow for flange-back adjustment, install the C-mount adaptor (option) on the lens mount,
then carefully align the lens mount with the camera opening and turn the lens slowly to install
it.

Connect the lens plug to the lens iris output connector (LENS) on the side of the

3

camera.

L

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MOUNTING THE LENS

■■■■ Pin layout

2

4

1

3

1 Brake coil (–)
2 Brake coil (+)
3 Drive coil (+)
4 Drive coil (–)

■■■■ Flange-back adjustment

3

If the pick-up surface is not correctly positioned with relation to the lens focal point, the picture
will be out of focus (in particular when using auto-iris power zoom lenses, sold separately). If that
is the case, adjust the flange-back position as described below.

1
2

2

1

3
4

DC type lenses

Using a + screwdriver, loosen the flange-back lock screw (M2:+).
Set the zoom lens to the maximum telephoto position, set the focus using the focus ring on

the lens.
Set the zoom lens to the maximum wide angle position, set the focus using the flange-back

adjustment dial.
Repeat steps 2 and 3, until the image stays in focus when changing from a telephoto shot to

a wide angle shot. When the setting is complete, tighten the flange-back lock screw.

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CONNECTIONS

(Video signal connections)

: VIDEO IN
: VIDEO OUT

1

(A)

Basic connection for monitoring or recording

The peripheral devices (VCR, monitor, lens, etc.), AC
adaptor and cables are sold separately.

Make the video signal connection between the camera

1

and the monitor or time lapse VCR.
Connect the power supply.

2

• If using a commercially-available 24 V AC adapter,
always be sure to connect the ground wire (18AWG or
higher) to the ground terminal. (Figure 1)

• If using a 12 V DC power supply, make the connections
as shown in Figure 2.

Note:

• In order to avoid any problems with the camera and the
power supply, take sufficient care to ensure that the
polarities are correct when connecting the power supply.

Insert the plug of this power cord into a wall outlet.

3

The POWER indicator (A) will light. Adjust the picture on
the monitor using the Brightness and Contrast controls etc.

■■■■ Coaxial cable type and maximum length

• Cable type RG-59U (3C-2V), 250 m maximum.

• Cable type RG-6U (5C-2V), 500 m maximum.

• Cable type RG-11U (7C-2V), 600 m maximum.

CAUTION:

• The RG-59U type cable should not be run through electrical
conduits or through the air.

• Use CCTV/Video-grade coaxial cable.

24 V AC connection

Figure 1

12 V DC connection

GND

AC24V

DC12V

Figure 2

GND

AC24V

DC12V

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SETTINGS

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■■■■ Camera setup section

No. Settings Position

Electronic Iris (EI)/Auto iris (AI) setting

1

Gain up setting

2

• HI (High)/NORM (Normal)
Backlight compensation mode setting (BLC)

3

• MULTI (Multi)/OFF
Backlight compensation mode setting (BLC)

4

• CENT (Center)/OFF
White balance setting

5

• MANU (manual)/ATW (auto tracing white balance)
Syncronisation (SYNC) setting

6

• LL (Line lock)/INT (Internal sync)
Lens iris adjustment (LEVEL)

7

NORM

AI

OFF

OFF

ATW

INT

—

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SETTINGS

■■■■ Iris function setting 1111

This should normally be set to the down (AI) position.
Use a manual or fixed iris lens and set the lens aperture to the

shortest F stop. Set the switch

EI

AI

Note: Please refer to the specifications for dynamic range of

the electronic iris.

1 to the up (EI) position.

CAUTION:

• The electronic iris is suitable for normal indoor use. When
the switch
auto-iris lens.

• If used under fluorescent light, the image may flicker. In
such a case, change to incandescent lighting or set the
switch
lens.

• When shooting bright subjects, pay attention to the light
angle in order to avoid or minimize the smear phenomenon
effect.

1 is set to the up (EI) position, do not use an

1 to the down (AI) position and use an auto-iris

When using an auto-iris lens (for indoor/
outdoor use)

Set the switch 1 to the down (AI) position.

CAUTION:

If conditions are outside the electronic iris operation range or
more than the maximum illumination, it will cause saturation of
the CCD. In that case, use a manual iris lens.

■■■■ Gain up setting 2222

Switch 2 should normally be set to “NORM”. If the monitoring
location is dark and you would like to increase the luminance
(brightness), set switch

Note: If switch

monitoring location will become brighter, but
interference may become more noticeable.

HI

NORM

2 to “HI”.

2 is set to “HI”, the images from the

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SETTINGS

■■■■ Backlight compensation setting 3 4

This camera has two different backlight
correction functions: multi-spot

photometry (MULTI) and center focus
photometry (CENT). The normal setting

3 and 4) is the down position,

(switch
but you can change the switch
setting in accordance with the backlight
conditions.

• MULTI mode: Use this position when applying backlight

• CENT mode: Use this position when applying backlight

Note:

• When using the backlight compensation function, set the
switch
function, set the switch
position.

• When MULTI mode is set, scenes with no backlighting may
appear extremely dark and the object may appear over­exposed. If this happens, move the switch
(CENT) position.

compensation to the whole of the screen.

compensation to only the central portion of
the screen.

3 or 4 to the up position. When not using the

3 or 4

3 and 4 to the down (OFF)

3 4

3 43 4

MULTI CENT

34

4 to the up

(MULTI mode: 64 sections)

(CENT mode)

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SETTINGS

■■■■ White balance adjustment 5555

Normally the switch 5 is set to the down (ATW: auto white
balance) position and the white balance is adjusted
automatically. If a manual white balance adjustment is
necessary, follow the steps below.

Set the switch
color.

• Turn R to set the red ratio and/or B to set the blue ratio.

MANU

ATW

5 to the up (MANU) position, then adjust the

RBWB

■■■■ Line phase adjustment 6666

When using a camera switcher to connect 2 cameras or more
to one monitor, there may be a vertical roll of the images when
switched. In such a case, set as described below.

Set the switch 6 to the up (LL) position.

1

Switch the display on the monitor from camera 1 to camera 2.

2

Adjust the Line PHASE volume on camera 2 until the
vertical roll of the image stops.

If more than two cameras are used, please repeat this
procedure for all the cameras.

LL

INT

CAUTION:

If the vertical roll cannot be corrected by setting the Line
PHASE volume on camera 2, try setting the Line PHASE
volume on camera 1. If it still cannot be corrected, please
check that the polarity of the power cords of all connected
devices is correct.

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SETTINGS

■■■■ Lens iris adjustment 7777

If using a DC type auto-iris lens, you will need to set the
LEVEL volume when shooting in the conditions described
below.

LH

LEVEL

L (counterclockwise): To decrease the contrast
H (clockwise): To increase the contrast

• If shooting simultaneously in a dark room and through a
bright window.

• If the subject background is extremely bright or dark.

• If the brightness of the picture on the monitor is not correct.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Before taking the camera for repairs, please check below to make sure that the camera is used correctly. If it still does not perform
correctly, please consult your dealer or a Sanyo Authorized Service Centre.

■■■■ No picture on the monitor screen

• Is the power turned on to all connected devices? Is the voltage correct?

• Are all the signal connecting cables correctly connected?

• Is the lighting sufficient?

• Has the lens cap been removed?

• Is the iris control correctly set?

■■■■ The picture is not clear

• Is the monitor correctly adjusted?

• Is the flange-back position correctly set?

• Is the lens focus correctly adjusted?

• Are the lens surfaces clean?

If there is dust or finger prints on the lens, the image quality will deteriorate. To clean the lens use a soft cloth or a commercially
available lens cleaning set.

SERVICE

This camera is a precision instruments and if treated with care, will provide years of satisfactory performance. However, in the
event of a problem, the owner is advised not to attempt to make repairs or open the cabinet. Servicing should always be referred to
your dealer or Sanyo Authorized Service Centre.

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SPECIFICATIONS

■■■■ Camera:
Scanning system : NTSC standard

Interlace : PLL 2:1 interlace
Image device : 1/4 inch solid state image

Picture elements : 537 (H) x 505 (V)
Effective picture elements : 510 (H) x 492 (V)
Synchronizing system : Internal sync, Line lock

Resolution : 350 TV lines horizontally,

Video output level : 1.0 Vp-p/75 ohms, composite
Video S/N ratio : More than 48 dB
Minimum required

illumination
(incandescent lighting)

Backlight compensation : MULTI/OFF switching,

Iris function : Manual EI/AI switching
Electronic iris range : 0.9 lux to 45,000 lux

Flange-back : 12.5 mm ± 0.5 mm
White balance : ATW/Manual switching
Gain up : HI (High)/NORM (Normal)

(525 TV lines, 30 frames/sec.)

device CCD

manually switchable

350 TV lines vertically

: Approx. 0.9 lux with a F 1.2 lens

0.3 lux (Gain up: HI at F 1.2)

CENT/OFF switching

(F 1.2 lens)

switching

Lens mount : CS mount
Environmental conditions : Temperature: –10°C – +50°C

Humidity: less than 90%
(no condensation)

Power supply : 24 V AC, 60 Hz/12 V – 15 V DC
Power consumption : Approx. 2.8 W (with AI, lens)

Approx. 2.1 W (without AI, lens)

Weight : Approx. 280 g (without lens)

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SPECIFICATIONS

■■■■ Dimensions

108

1.4

16

25.8

Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice or obligations.

99

45

10.7

M6

56

28

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