4-199-272-13 (1)
Notes on Use
Before Use
If you find condensation when you open the package, turn on the power after
the condensation disappears.
Remove the static electricity before operation or when touching the camera.
Network Camera
Data and security
You should keep in mind that the images or audio you are monitoring may be
protected by privacy and other legal rights, and the responsibility for making
sure you are complying with applicable laws is yours alone.
Access to the images and audio is protected only by a user name and the
Installation Manual
password you set up. No further authentication is provided nor should you
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and
presume that any other protective filtering is done by the service. Since
retain it for future reference.
the service is Internet-based, there is a risk that the image or audio you are
monitoring can be viewed or used by a third-party via the network.
SONY IS NOT RESPONSIBLE, AND ASSUMES ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY TO YOU
OR ANYONE ELSE, FOR SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS OR DISCONTINUATIONS OR
EVEN SERVICE CANCELLATION. THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED AS-IS, AND SONY
DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH
RESPECT TO THE SERVICE INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY OR ALL
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, OR THAT IT WILL OPERATE ERROR-FREE OR CONTINUOUSLY.
Always make a test recording, and verify that it was recorded successfully.
SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF FAILURE
OF THIS UNIT OR ITS RECORDING MEDIA, EXTERNAL STORAGE SYSTEMS OR
ANY OTHER MEDIA OR STORAGE SYSTEMS TO RECORD CONTENT OF ANY TYPE.
Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT
BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
SNC-CH120/CH220
COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT
OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER DURING THE
WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY
OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.
If you lose data by using this unit, SONY accepts no responsibility for
restoration of the data.
Personal information
2010 Sony Corporation
Printed in China
The images taken by the system using this device can identify individuals
and thus they fall under “personal information” stipulated in the “Act on
the Protection of Personal Information”. Please handle the video data
Owner’s Record
appropriately according to law.
Information recorded using this product may also be “personal information”.
The model and serial numbers are located on the top. Record these numbers
Upon disposal, transfer, repair, or any other occasion where this product or
in the spaces provided below.
storage media is passed on to a third party, practice due care in its handling.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding
Operating or storage location
this product.
Avoid operating or storing the camera in the following locations.
Model No.
Serial No.
Extremely hot or cold places (Operating temperature:
10°C to +50°C [14°F to
–
122°F])
WARNING
Exposed to direct sunlight for a long time, or close to heating equipment (e.g.,
near heaters)
To reduce a risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
Close to sources of strong magnetism
this product to rain or moisture.
Close to sources of powerful electromagnetic radiation, such as radios or TV
transmitters
Locations subject to strong vibration or shock
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer
Humid or dusty locations
servicing to qualified personnel only.
Locations exposed to rain
Locations under the influence of fluorescent light or reflection of a window
WARNING
Under an unsteady light (The image will flicker.)
This installation should be made by a qualified service person and should
Ventilation
conform to all local codes.
To prevent heat buildup, do not block air circulation around the camera.
WARNING
Power supply
A readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the building
installation wiring.
The power of this model is supplied by network cable.
Use the network cable UTP, category-5.
WARNING (for Installers only)
Damage to the network cable may result in fire or electric shock.
Instructions for installing the equipment on the ceiling or the wall:
Transportation
After the installation, ensure the connection is capable of supporting at least
a force of 50 Newtons (N) downwards.
Always turn off the power when carrying.
When transporting the camera, repack it as originally packed at the factory or
CAUTION for LAN port
in materials of equal quality.
For safety reason, do not connect the LAN port to any network devices that
Cleaning
might have excessive voltage.
The LAN port of this unit is to be connected only to the devices whose
Use a blower to remove dust from the lens.
power feeding meets the requirements for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage)
Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the external surfaces of the camera. Stubborn
and complies with Limited Power Source according to IEC 60950-1.
stains can be removed using a soft cloth dampened with a small quantity of
Use IEEE802.3af standard compliant devices.
detergent solution, then wipe dry.
Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, benzene or thinners as they may
For customers in the U.S.A.
damage the surface finishes.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
Note on laser beams
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
Laser beams may damage image sensors. You are cautioned that the surface of image
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
sensors should not be exposed to laser beam radiation in an environment where a laser
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
beam device is used.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
Phenomena Specific to Image Sensors
for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
The following phenomena that may occur in images are specific to image
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
sensors. They do not indicate a malfunction.
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
White flecks
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
Although the image sensors are produced with high-precision technologies, fine
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
white flecks may be generated on the screen in rare cases, caused by cosmic rays,
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
etc.
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
This is related to the principle of image sensors and is not a malfunction.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved
The white flecks especially tend to be seen in the following cases:
in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
- when operating at a high environmental temperature
- when you have raised the gain (sensitivity)
All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to
- when using the slow shutter
comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B or Part 15 of
Aliasing
FCC Rules.
For customers in Canada
When fine patterns, stripes, or lines are shot, they may appear jagged or flicker.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
About the imaging conditions
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
When Auto Iris is set to On, resolution may be unsatisfactory. In this case, set
For the customers in Europe
Auto Iris to Off.
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-
ku, Tokyo, Japan.
The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony
Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in
separate service or guarantee documents.
For the customers in Europe, Australia and New Zealand
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause
radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
In the case that interference should occur, consult your nearest authorized
Sony service facility.
This apparatus shall not be used in the residential area.
ATTENTION
The electromagnetic fields at specific frequencies may influence the picture
of the unit.