Panasonic AW-PH360N Operating Instruction

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Operating Instructions

Indoor Pan/Tilt Head
AW-PH360N
Model No.
Installation work instructions included
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for
future use.
Printed in Japan

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Before use Installation work Other Operating Instructions Indoor Pan/Tilt Head AW-PH360N Model No. Installation work instructions included Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. Printed in Japan...
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
  • Page 3 Safety precautions For CANADA This class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Safety precautions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 1) Read these instructions. 10) Protect the power cord form being walked on or pinched particularly 2) Keep these instructions.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Before use Contents Before use Other Introduction ........... 6 Troubleshooting ........43 Accessories .......... 7 Replacement of consumable parts ... 44 Installation precautions ....... 8 Appearance ......... 45 Precautions for use ......10 Specifications ........46 Parts and their functions ....11 Installation work Installation ...........
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction p This is a compact stand-alone type of pan-tilt head which is capable of rotating 95 degrees upward and downward and 300 degrees on the horizontal. p Information on the combinations of the cameras and lenses which can be used with this pan-tilt head can be found in the Specifications section.
  • Page 7: Accessories

    M4 C 8 mm ..............(C1) w Disclaimer of warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd. BE LIABLE TO ANY PARTY OR ANY PERSON, EXCEPT FOR REPLACEMENT OR REASONABLE MAINTENANCE OF THE PRODUCT, FOR THE CASES, INCLUDING BUT NOT...
  • Page 8: Installation Precautions

    Installation precautions Parts to be provided by the customer for installation This unit comes with a drop-prevention wire (approx. 200 (7-7/8˝) mm long) and mounting screw for wire. Provide the following items to install the pan-tilt head and underneath support plate. p Embedded anchors:C5 p Flat washers (M6): C8 p Flat washer (M8): C2...
  • Page 9 Before use Installation precautions p Tightening up the mounting screws • Be absolutely sure to use screwdrivers and wrenches for the screws and bolts, and install the unit securely. • After installing the unit, check that there is no play or looseness. Installing the pan-tilt head Clamping torque Hexagon head bolts (M6)
  • Page 10: Precautions For Use

    Precautions for use Ensuring that the unit will continue to perform stably for a prolonged period of time Using the pan-tilt head in a location with high temperatures and high levels of humidity will cause its parts to deteriorate, shortening its service life as a result. Do not place the unit where it will be directly exposed to heat, whether heat radiating from the installation location or heat from a heating appliance, etc.
  • Page 11: Parts And Their Functions

    Before use Parts and their functions Plate thickness: Thickness of mounting area: 1.6 mm (1/16˝) 10 mm (13/32˝) Underneath support plate mounting hole: 8.5 mm Mounting screw: Hexagon head bolt (M8) Drop prevention underneath support plate 74 mm (2-15/16˝) Mounting dimension: 113 mm (4-7/16˝) Pan-tilt head mounting holes: 6.7 mm (C4)
  • Page 12 Parts and their functions  Base Tilting arm This tilts in the vertical direction.  Pan-tilt head mounting holes These 4 holes are used for mounting Tilting arm fixing screws the pan-tilt head. (for hexagon head M4 C 12 mm (4 screws supplied) bolts C4) Camera mounting plate  Base connector rear panel...
  • Page 13: Installation Work

    Installation work Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) Follow the sequence of steps below to install the unit. Setting the switches Assembling and attaching the tilting arm Installing the pan-tilt head Mounting the camera and lens 4-1.
  • Page 14 Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) <Notes> p Before setting the switches, make absolutely sure that the power of the AC adapter which is to be connected to the pan-tilt head is set to OFF. p The controller selection and landing characteristics are not changed simply by selecting the switch positions.
  • Page 15 Installation work Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) COMP switch SDI/PR switch Do not change the setting of this switch — use it at the PR position. PB switch Do not change the setting of this switch —...
  • Page 16 Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) Setting the cable compensation circuit of video signals (COMP switch of the COMP printed circuit board is set to “OFF” in the default setting.) This unit comes with a cable compensation function. Follow the steps below to set the COMP switch.
  • Page 17: Assembling And Attaching The Tilting Arm

    Installation work Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) 2. Assembling and attaching the tilting arm When assembling the tilting arm, tighten up its screws using the specified torque. After attaching the arm, check that there is no play in its mounting. The steps taken to attach the arm differ depending on the installation direction.
  • Page 18 Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) When using the AW-E860 or AW-E750 camera Camera AW-E860 AW-E750 Lens AW-LZ17MD9A When using the AW-E650 camera and AW-LZ16MD73 lens: 4 When using the AW-E350 camera and AW-LZ16MD55 lens: 4 p When installing the optional card in the camera, align the center marker with the number which is decremented by 1, and install.
  • Page 19 Installation work Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) Attaching the tilting arm Attach the tilting arm to the pan-tilt head using the four tilting arm fixing screws (M4 C 12 mm) supplied. p Attach the tilting arm to the pan-tilt head in the direction shown in the figure below. p Attach the guide pin and camera mounting screws to the camera mounting plate on the positions as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 20: Installing The Pan-Tilt Head

    Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) 3. Installing the pan-tilt head w Pan-tilt head mounting conditions Pan-tilt head mass (weight) Approx. 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) Mounting specifications Installation on the ceiling or stand-alone installation Compatible cameras AW-E350, AW-E650, AW-E655, AW-E750, AW-E860, AW-HE870, AK-HC1500, AK-HC1800 Camera mass (weight)
  • Page 21 Installation work Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) Provide the following items to install the pan-tilt head and underneath support plate. Embedded anchors (M6 size): C4 (for the pan-tilt head) (M8 size): C1 (for the underneath support plate) p For the installation positions and dimensions of the anchors, refer to the drawing on page 11.
  • Page 22 Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) w Installing the pan-tilt head When installing the pan-tilt head, check the “Pan-tilt head mounting conditions” (page 20), and be sure to follow the instructions below. In order to prevent accidents caused by the pan-tilt head dropping out or falling off, be absolutely sure to install a drop prevention underneath support plate separately from the pan-tilt head.
  • Page 23 Installation work Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) p When the pan-tilt head is not going to be used any longer, do not leave it in place but be absolutely sure to dispose of it. p Tighten up the screws and bolts using the specified torque.
  • Page 24 Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) When installing onto a major structural component (concrete with a thickness of 120 mm (4-3/4˝) or more) 10 mm 1.6 mm (1/16˝) (13/32˝) 7 mm (1/4˝) or more Drop prevention measures For installing the underneath support plate: •...
  • Page 25 Installation work Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) <Positions and dimensions of mounting holes> 4-M6 holes (for mounting the pan-tilt head) 113 mm (4-7/16˝) 74 mm M8 hole (2-15/16˝) (for mounting the underneath support plate) Base connector rear panel side of pan-tilt head Check the positions and dimensions of the mounting holes above, and check which is the base...
  • Page 26 Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) When installing onto a major structural component (such as plaster board) p Avoid installation on a structural component that cannot provide the prescribed strength. H steel beam above ceiling •...
  • Page 27 Installation work Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) <Positions and dimensions of mounting holes> 4-M6 holes (for mounting the pan-tilt head) 113 mm (4-7/16˝) 74 mm M8 hole (for mounting the underneath (2-15/16˝) support plate) Base connector rear panel side of pan-tilt head <Ceiling panel: Penetrated hole dimensions>...
  • Page 28 Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) <When using anchors with an internal thread> <For stand-alone installation> <For installation on the ceiling> The anchors must always be installed. Hexagon head bolt (M6) Spring washer Flat washer Hexagon head bolt (M8) Spring washer Flat washer...
  • Page 29: Mounting The Camera And Lens

    Installation work Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) 4. Mounting the camera and lens As the lens, use one of the recommended lenses listed under “Cameras and lenses supported” (page 46) that matches the camera used. Do not use a lens that is not among the ones recommended.
  • Page 30 Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) 4-1. Attaching the drop-prevention wire A drop-prevention wire is provided with the unit. Follow the instructions below to use it to couple the camera to the pan-tilt head. p When attaching the wire, be absolutely sure to use a Phillips-head screwdriver to tighten the Notes 2 mounting screws securely.
  • Page 31 Installation work Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) For AW-E750/AW-E860/AW-HE870/AK-HC1500/AK-HC1800 Use the mounting screw for wire (M4C8 mm with flat washer and spring washer) to attach one end of the wire to the pan-tilt head’s arm. Attach one end of the wire (use the 6.5 mm hole in the mounting fitting) to the threaded hole for mounting the camera using the mounting screw for wire (inch thread: 1/4-20UNC), flat washer and spring washer.
  • Page 32: Attaching The Camera

    Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) 4-2. Attaching the camera, lens and cables When mounting a camera to the pan-tilt head, take appropriate measures to prevent the camera from falling or being stolen. Place the camera on the camera mounting plate and insert the guide pin into the guide hole on the camera.
  • Page 33: Concerning The Safe Modes

    Installation work Installation (Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit.) Concerning the safe modes This pan-tilt head comes with two safe modes for protecting people and personal property from harm and the pan-tilt head from damage. When one of the safe modes is established, the tally lamps blink, and panning and tilting operations can no longer be performed.
  • Page 34: Connections

    Connections Example of connections w When using a convertible camera and the AW-RP400, AW-RP555 or AW-RP655 controller Convertible Camera Lens 10BASE-T (equivalent to UTP category 5) straight cable, Camera Max. 500 m (1640 ft.) Cable (supplied) Remote Operation Pan/Tilt Control Panel: Panel: AW-RP400 AW-CB400...
  • Page 35 Installation work Connections Example of connections w When using a multi-purpose camera and the AW-RP50 controller Note Select “4” as the setting for the PROTOCOL item on the SETTING menu of the multi-purpose camera (AK-HC1500 or AK-HC1800). Multi Purpose Camera Lens Pan-tilt Cable: 10BASE-T (equivalent to UTP...
  • Page 36 Connections Example of connections w When using a convertible camera and RS-232C control Convertible Camera Lens RS-232C cable: AW-CA28T9 p The BNC connectors are not connected to the pan-tilt head. p When using RS-232C for control, the Camera Cable maximum length of the RS-232C cable is (supplied) 15 m (49 ft.).
  • Page 37 Installation work Connections Head connector panel The camera and lens control cables are connected to this panel. ND/EXT connector SDI IN connector This is for controlling the ND filter and This is for SDI signal input. lens extender of the power lens unit. Connect this to the HD SDI OUT Connect it when using a power lens connector on the AK-HC1500...
  • Page 38 Connections Connecting the base connector rear panel and the base connector front panel 1394 connector Y OUT connector Connect the AK-HRP150 to this This is for camera video signal output. connector when controlling the camera Connect this to a monitor, etc. (AK-HC1500 or AK-HC1800) using Use a coaxial cable (BNC) for the the AK-HRP150.
  • Page 39 Installation work Connections  VIDEO OUT connector  CONTROL IN RS-232C connector This is for camera video signal output. This is for RS-232C control signal input Connect this to a monitor, etc. from the personal computer. Use a coaxial cable (BNC) for the Use the AW-CA28T9 cable (option) for connecting cable.
  • Page 40: Connecting The Ac Adapter For Use With The Pan-Tilt Head

    Connections Connecting the AC adapter for use with the pan-tilt head AW-PS300A DC cable (UL Type SPT-2 2C16 AWG or UL Type NISPT-2 2C16 AWG, to be locally purchased), Max. 30 m (98.4 ft.) Standard bare end length 11 mm (7/16˝) It is recommended that the tip be soldered.
  • Page 41 Installation work Connections  DC 12V IN connector (terminal block)  LAMP CONTROL connector [When connecting the AW-PS300A] (terminal block) Connect this to the DC 15V OUT Connect this only when the power of connector on the AW-PS300A. a halogen lamp is to be supplied from (The voltage output from the the AC adapter for use with the pan-tilt AW-PS300A is set to 15 V: this takes...
  • Page 42: Limiters

    Limiters Be absolutely sure to set the limiters (travel range) of the pan-tilt head before use. Depending on where the pan-tilt head system has been installed, obstacles may be present within the travel range with which the camera may come into contact. Contact with any such obstacle by the camera may cause malfunctioning or accidents.
  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Other Troubleshooting Reference Symptom Cause and remedial action page p Has the power plug of the AC adapter been No pan-tilt head power. connected properly to the AC outlet? p Has the AC adapter been connected properly? 40, 41 Check the power plug and connections with the AC adapter.
  • Page 44: Replacement Of Consumable Parts

    Replacement of consumable parts w Replacing the battery The battery lasts for about 5 years. The pan-tilt head stores the preset positions, limiter positions and other data in its memory. Although this data is retained even after the power has been turned off, it will be lost when the power is turned off once the battery has reached the end of its service life.
  • Page 45: Appearance

    Other Appearance Unit: mm (inch) (2-15/16) <Mounting hole specifications> 113 (4-7/16) 4-M6 screws 4-6.7 (1/4) 74 (2-15/16) M8 screw 113 (4-7/16) Base connector rear panel side of pan-tilt head 204.5 (8-1/16) 146 (5-3/4) 80 (3-1/8) 161.5 (6-3/8) 128 (5-1/16) – 45 –...
  • Page 46: Specifications

    Specifications Power supply: DC +12 V (connector) Power consumption: DC +12 V 3 A (camera power included), DC +12 V 1.3 A (pan-tilt head only) indicates safety information. w General Allowable operating temperature: –10 °C to +45 °C (14 °F to 113 °F) Allowable operating humidity: Max.
  • Page 47: Optional Accessories

    Other Specifications w Connectors Input connectors: DC 12 V IN (terminal block), G/L IN (BNC), SDI IN (BNC), CAMERA CONTROL IN (BNC) Output connectors: VIDEO OUT (BNC), SDI OUT (BNC), Y OUT (BNC), Pr OUT (BNC), Pb OUT (BNC), OP (terminal block) Input/Output connectors: CAMERA I/F (29-pin square connector), LENS I/F (12-pin round connector), ND/EXT (6-pin round connector), CONTROL IN IP/RP (RJ-45),...
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