Watec WAT-525EX2, WAT-535EX2 Operation Manuals

Hex. Wrench

CCD Camera with External

Synchronization Function

WAT-525EX2/535EX2

This Operation Manual covers safety, camera functions, installation and the
correct operating procedure for the WAT-525EX2/535EX2. First, we ask
you to read this Operation Manual thoroughly, then install and operate the
WAT-525EX2/535EX2 as advised. In addition, for future reference, we also
advise safekeeping of this manual.

Please contact the distributor or dealer from which the WAT-525EX2/
535EX2 was purchased, if you do not understand the installation, operation
or safety instructions laid out in this manual. Not understanding the contents
of the Operation Manual sufficiently may cause damage to the camera.

Guide to the Safety Symbols

The definitions of the symbols used in this operation manual are:

War nin g

When you do not adhere to or take notice of the “Danger” sign,

Dan ger

it may lead to a serious accident such as death or injury caused
by fire or electric shock.

When you do not adhere to or take notice of the “Warning” sign,
it may cause severe damage such as a physical injury.

When you do not adhere to or take notice of the “Caution” sign,
it may incur injury and cause damage to peripheral objects in

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the immediate surroundings.

Cautions for Safety

The WAT-525EX2/535EX2 is designed to be used safely; however, it may
lead to a physical accident caused by fire and electric shock if not used
correctly. Therefore, please keep and read the “Cautions for safety” for
protection against accidents.

Dan ger

War ning

•

Do not disassemble and/or modify the WAT-525EX2/
535EX2.

•

Do not operate the WAT-525EX/535EX with wet hands.

•

Use a stabilized power adaptor designed for DC+12V±±±±
10%, with a current capacity of more than 250mA for the
WAT-525EX2/535EX2.

The recommended voltage is DC+12V±10%

•

Do not expose the WAT-525EX2/535EX2 to wetness or
high moisture conditions.

The WAT-525EX2/535EX2 is designed and approved for
indoor use only. The WAT-525EX2/535EX2 is not
water-resistant or waterproof. If the location of the camera is
outdoors or in an outdoor like environment, we recommend
that you use an outdoor camera housing.

•

Protect the WAT-525EX2/535EX2 from condensation.

Keep the WAT-525EX2/535EX2 dry at all times during storage
and operation.

•

Should the camera not work properly, switch off the power
immediately. Then check the camera according to the
“Problems and Trouble shooting” section.

•

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Avoid the striking of hard objects or dropping the WAT­525EX2/535EX2.

The WAT-525EX2/535EX2 uses high quality electrical parts
and precision components.

•

Do not connect any power supply directly to the video out
terminal of the unit.

Do not connect the WAT-525EX2/535EX2 with any monitor
using a video/power single transmission terminal. The
WAT-525EX2/535EX2 is not designed for use with this type of
equipment. We also advise you to read the operation manual
of the monitor you plan to use before any connections are
made.

•

Do not install the WAT-525EX2/535EX2 in a position
subject to direct sunlight.

Sunlight shinning directly onto the WAT-525EX2/535EX2 lens
can cause damage to the CCD.

•

Select a stable place for installation of the WAT-525EX2/
535EX2.

Use a support of durable strength around an installation
position on a ceiling or wall when a camera stand or tripod is
used.

Operation Manual

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Do not move the WAT-525EX2/535EX2 with the cables
connected.

Before moving the WAT-525EX2/535EX2, always remove the
video cable and power cable from the rear of the camera first.

•

Avoid using the WAT-525EX2/535EX2 near any strong
electromagnetic field.

Avoid emission sources of electromagnetic waves when the
WAT-525EX2/535EX2 is installed into main equipment.

Problems and Trouble Shooting

If any of the following problems occur when using the WAT-525EX2/
535EX2,

•

An optimal picture cannot be obtained, after checking that all the cables
and connections are correctly in place

•

Smoke or any unusual odor emerges from the WAT-525EX2/535EX2

•

An object becomes embedded or a quantity of liquid seeps into the
camera housing

•

More than the recommended voltage or/and amperage has been applied
to the WAT-525EX2/535EX2 by mistake

•

Anything unusual occurring to any eq ui pm en t c on ne ct ed to th e
WAT-525EX2/535EX2

Disco nnect the camera immediately according to the foll owing
procedures:

①Switch off the main power supply to the camera.
②Remove the power and video cables connected to theWAT-525EX2/

535EX2.

③Contact the distributor or dealer from which the WAT-525EX2/535EX2

was purchased.

About EMC

The WAT-525EX2/535EX2 is in conformity with EMC test standards carried
out by authorized organizations in Japan.

E I A FCC Part15 class B

CCIR EN61000-6-3/EN50130-4

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Do not modify the WAT-525EX2/535EX2. A modified camera
will not conform to EMC test standards.

Contents

Using the contents figures below, check to make sure all parts are present
before use.

Lens Mount Cap WAT-525EX/535EX DC Plug Iris Connector

Description of Parts

①CCD FRONT FACE

・

The light receiving face of the CCD camera

(Dirt, water or oil deposits on the CCD will cause an unclear picture on
the monitor. Attach the lens cap to protect the lens and/or the CCD from
contamination and damage.)

②LENS MOUNT

・

Mount for the lens (CS-mount)

③IRIS LEVEL VOLUME

・

By controlling the volume, the iris level of the DC iris lens can be adjusted.

④FOCUSING ADJUSTMENT SCREWS

・

There are 3 hex. adjustment screws each placed at intervals of 120゜for

fine focusing of the lens.

⑤AUTO-IRIS SOCKET

・

This socket is for the video/DC auto-iris lens cable connector.

(Video/DC auto-select)

⑥TRIPOD MOUNTING SCREW HOLES

・

Mounting holes for stands. The size of these threads is 1/4”, 20 threads,

4.5±0.2mm, which is the same as any standard camera tripods (U1/4”).

⑦VIDEO OUT (BNC)

・

The terminal for composite video signal output

⑧POWER IN

・

The terminal designed for connection with the DC-plug of the power

adaptor

⑨SYNC IN

・

BNC terminal for the external synchronization signal input

⑩GAIN CONTROL

・

Gain volume level adjustment

⑪FUNCTION SWITCHES

・

Functional switches for setting gamma control, AGC and BLC(Back light
compensation).

⑫AE MODE CONTROL

・

The dial for the electronic shutter mode control according to the object
being monitored.

Power Supply

Use a stabilized power adaptor designed for DC+12V±10%, with a current
capacity of more than 250mA.
Use the optional DC plug if the shape or polarity of the DC plug of the power
adaptor to be used is not compatible with the camera (See the drawing on
the right below).

War ning

The wiring on the connector must be exact.
Be careful no to touch the other terminal while wiring.

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DC+ 12V

Protect the wiring portion by using insulation tape after
wiring. If the above care and attention is not adhered to,
damage to the WAT-525EX2/535EX2 and power
adaptor may occur and may also cause fire.

COMMON (GND)

Auto-iris Lens

Before connecting the auto-iris lens, please make sure that the pin
configuration is correct by confirming with the following table. If the
configuration of your iris connector is different from the following, the plug
and pins will need to be rewired.

Pin No.

④

②

①

③

①

②

③

④

Auto-iris Lens

Arrangement

Power

Not used

Iris signals

Common (GND)

EIAJ Video

EIAJ DC

Auto-iris Lens

Arrangement

Control －

Control ＋

Drive ＋

Drive －

Set-up and Operation

1) Ensure that the power to the WAT-525EX2/535EX2 and the peripheral
equipment is turned off before making any connections.

2) Remove the lens mount cap from the WAT-525EX2/535EX2 and attach
the CS-mount lens. Use the optional C-mount adaptor(34CMA-R) when
a C-mount lens is used.

3) Connect the iris control cable to ⑤AUTO-IRIS SOCKET on the WAT­525EX2/535EX2 when an auto-iris lens is being used.

4) Connect ⑦VIDEO OUT on the WAT-525EX2/535EX2 with the monitor,

using a coaxial cable with 75Ω impedance, such as an RG-58/U or an
RG-6/U. Select a monitor with the same television system as the
WAT-525EX2/535EX2: EIA or CCIR. A monitor with more than 600TV
lines is recommended.

5) Insert the power plug of the power adaptor to ⑧POWER IN on the back

panel of the WAT-525EX2/535EX2. Confirm that the power adaptor is
not connected before insertion of the power plug into ⑧POWER IN.

6) Turn on the power to the WAT-525EX2/535EX2, the monitor and all other
allied equipment. When a picture cannot be obtained on the monitor, or a
problem occurs, check and follow the procedure mentioned in the
【Problems and Trouble Shooting】section.

7) After following the procedure below and the picture is still out of focus,
open the iris fully and loosen ④FOCUSING ADJUSTMENT SCREWS
with the hex. wrench and move the lens forwards until a clear picture is
obtained.

Manual Lens Adjust the focus and iris to the best position.

Video Auto-iris Lens Adjust the focus on the lens.

DC Auto-iris Lens Adjust the iris level, then focus. See below.

Iris Level Adjustment (for DC auto-iris lenses only)

Adjust ③IRIS LEVEL VOLUME placed on the side of
the unit until the object comes to be optimally bright.

CLOS ED

OPEN

No change will occur if a video iris lens or manual iris
lens is fitted.

8) Remove the camera casing and select any required shutter speed by the
⑫AE MODE CONTROL to one of its 10 positions. (Shutter mode is set
to 9 (OFF) upon shipment.)

No. Mode

0
1

2
3
4
5
6
7
8

FL 1/100 1/120

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ES 1/500
ES 1/1000
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ES 1/5000
ES 1/10000
ES 1/100000

EI 1/60-1/100000 1/50-1/100000

Shutter Speeds (Sec.)

EIA CCIR

1/250

9 OFF 1/60 1/50

Mode Effect

FL

ES

Reduces the flickering phenomena occurring on the
monitor screen caused by fluorescent or mercury lamps.

Fixes the shutter speed in a range between 1/250­1/100000. (7steps)

Automatically selects the shutter speed in the range

EI

between EIA: 1/60-1/100000, CCIR: 1/50-1/100000
according to the lighting condition.

OFF Fixes the shutter speed to EIA: 1/60, CCIR: 1/50.

※In EI mode, intense light may leave a trail on the screen longitude.

This smearing is a natural phenomenon and is not due to equipment
failure or fault.

9) Set the ⑪FUNCTION SWITCHES
according to your requirements.

Switch Setting

1.

AGC

2.

Gamma

correction

3.

BLC

OFF
[LO]

OFF

OFF

･ When minimum illumination is more

ON
[HI]

ON

ON

important than the S/N ratio
(Surveillance in a low light
environment)

･ When a clear picture is required in

standard lighting conditions

･ Applicable to a general surveillance

monitoring system

･ When gamma correction is not

required for image processing

･ When the picture of the monitored

object is silhouetted due to strong
lighting from above or behind

･ When the illumination differences

between a monitored object is
narrow

Effective Condition (Example)

BLC targeted area

※BLC is available when ⑫AE MODE CONTROL is set to position 8(EI) or

when auto-iris lens is used.

LEVE L

Upon

Shipment

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10) Set the gain control to any required environment.

Contact information

EI 1/60-1/100000

sec. 1/50-1/100000

sec.

C-mount Adaptor (34CMA

-R)

Mini Stand (MS50)

A convenient stand for the

Bracket (B003)

For AGC, turn the AGC control anti-clockwise to the
locking position. AGC automatically adjusts to a
range between 5 to 32dB(HI)/5 to 20dB(LO).

With MGC, gain is manually adjusted in a range
between 5 to 32dB. In a low light environment,
when illumination of the object is important,
increase the manual gain. Lower the gain control
for a clearer picture with less noise.

11) When the external sync. function is required, input the composite video

or the composite sync. signal to ⑨SYNC IN. The range of the level for
composite sync. is 0.2 to 5.0V(p-p). The camera has a resistance of
10kΩ. When more than 75Ω termination is required for impedance
matching, add the additional Ωs to the external sync. signal line.

Options

To purchase these options, please contact the distributor or dealer from
which you purchased the WAT-525EX2/535EX2.

This lens mount adaptor is used
to convert a CS-mount to a
C-mount.

WAT-525EX2/535EX2. With this
stand, the camera can be
adjusted to any desired angle.

This bracket is effective for a
stable installation of the WAT­525EX2/535EX2.

Specifications

WAT-525EX2

Model

Pick-up Element 1/2 inch interline transfer CCD image sensor

Unit Cell Size

Minimum Illumination 0.002 lx. F1.4

WAT-535EX2

Model

Pick-up Element 1/3 inch interline transfer CCD image sensor

Unit Cell Size

Minimum Illumination 0.003 lx. F1.4

WAT-525EX2/535EX2

Model

Number of Total Pixels

Number of

Effective Pixels

Sync. System Internal / External (Auto-select)

Scanning System 2:1 interlaced

Video Output

External Sync. System

External Sync.

Signal Level

Resolution (H) More than 570TVL (Center)

S/N

OFF 1/60 sec.

AE Mode

AGC HI: 5-32dB / LO: 5-20dB
MGC 5-32dB

Gamma Characteristics

Lens iris Video / DC (EIAJ arrangement, Auto-select)

Back Light

Compensation

Power Supply

Power Consumption

Operating Temperature

Operating Humidity

Storage Temperature

Storage Humidity

Lens Mount

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Weight

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Watec is not responsible for any inconvenience or the attendant damages
to the video and monitoring recording equipment caused by misuse, mis­operation or improper wiring of our equipment.
If for any reason the WAT-525EX2/535EX2 does not work properly, or if
you have any questions regarding installation or operation, please
contact the distributor or dealer from which it was purchased.

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URL: http://www.watec.net

WAT-525EX2 (EIA) WAT-525EX2 (CCIR)

8.4μm(H)×9.8μm(V) 8.6μm(H)×8.3μm(V)

WAT-535EX2 (EIA) WAT-535EX2 (CCIR)

6.35μm(H)×7.4μm(V) 6.5μm(H)×6.25μm(V)

WAT-525EX2 (EIA)
WAT-535EX2 (EIA)

811(H)×508(V) 795(H)×596(V)

768(H)×494(V) 752(H)×582(V)

Composite video, 1.0 V(p-p) 75Ω (Unbalanced)

C. video / C. sync.

Sync. Signal portion 0.2-5.0 V(p-p)

More than 54dB (AGC=5dB, γ=1.0)

1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000,

1/5000, 1/10000, 1/100000 sec.

γ≒0.45(ON) /γ=1.0(OFF)

DC+12V±10%

1.08W (90mA)

-10 - +50℃ (Without condensation)

Less than 95% RH

-30 - +70℃ (Without condensation)

Less than 95% RH

CS-mount (Back focus adjustable)

43.5(W)×44(H)×53.5(D) mm

Approx. 120g

Watec Co., Ltd.

Watec Co., Ltd.

Watec Co., Ltd.Watec Co., Ltd.

Yamagata-Ken, 997-0017 Japan

WAT-525EX2 (CCIR)
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