Sony SNC-RH124 Installation Manual

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Network Camera

Installation Manual
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and
retain it for future reference.
SNC-RH124
SNC-RS46N/RS46P
SNC-RS44N/RS44P
 2009 Sony Corporation
Printed in China
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record these
numbers in the spaces provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding
this product.
Model No. Serial No.
WARNING
To reduce a risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
this product to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.
WARNING
This installation should be made by a qualified service person and should
conform to all local codes.
WARNING
A readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the building
installation wiring.
WARNING (for Installers only)
Instructions for installing the equipment on the ceiling:
After the installation, ensure the connection is capable of supporting five
times the weight of the equipment downwards.
CAUTION
The rating label is located on the bottom.
CAUTION for LAN port
For safety reasons, do not connect the LAN port to any network devices that
might have excessive voltage.
Power Supply
Caution for U.S.A. and Canada
The SNC-RH124/RS46N/RS44N operates on 24V AC or 12V DC.
The SNC-RH124/RS46N/RS44N automatically detects the power.
Use a Class 2 power supply which is UL Listed (in the U.S.A.) or CSA-certified
(in Canada).
Caution for other countries
The SNC-RH124/RS46P/RS44P operates on 24V AC or 12V DC.
The SNC-RH124/RS46P/RS44P automatically detects the power.
Use a power supply rated 24 V AC or 12 V DC which meets the requirements
for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) and complies with Limited Power Source
according to IEC 60950-1 Second Edition.
For customers in the U.S.A. (SNC-RH124/RS46N/RS44N only)
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.
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. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved
in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to
comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.
For customers in Canada (SNC-RH124/RS46N/RS44N only)
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.
For the customers in Europe
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.
Notes on Use
Before Use
If you find condensation when you open the package, turn on the power after
leaving it out for about 60 minutes.
Data and security
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Since 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. 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
password you set up. No further authentication is provided nor should you
presume that any other protective filtering is done by the service.
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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.
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Security configuration is essential for wireless LAN. Should a problem
occur without setting security, or due to the limitation of the wireless LAN
specifications, SONY shall not be liable for any damage, loss of recorded data
or restoration thereof.
 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,
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.
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If you lose data by using this unit, SONY accepts no responsibility for
restoration of the data.
Personal information
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 appropriately
according to law.
 Information recorded using this product may also be "personal information".
Upon disposal, transfer, repair, or any other occasion where this product or
storage media is passed on to a third party, practice due care in its handling.
Operating or storage location
Avoid operating or storing the camera in the following locations.
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Extremely hot or cold places (Operating temperature: 0 °C to +50 °C [32 °F to
122 °F])
 Exposed to direct sunlight for a long time, or close to heating equipment
(e.g., near heaters)
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Close to sources of strong magnetism
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Close to sources of powerful electromagnetic radiation, such as radios or TV
transmitters
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Locations subject to strong vibration or shock
Ventilation
To prevent heat buildup, do not block air circulation around the camera.
Transportation
 Always turn off the power when carrying.
 When transporting the camera, repack it as originally packed at the factory or
in materials of equal quality.
Cleaning
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Use a blower to remove dust from the lens.
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Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the external surfaces of the camera. Stubborn
stains can be removed using a soft cloth dampened with a small quantity of
detergent solution, then wipe dry.
 Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, benzene or thinners as they may
damage the surface finishes.
Please consult the store of purchase or authorized Sony dealer if there were
troubles and anomalies.
Note on laser beams
Laser beams may damage image sensors. You are cautioned that the surface of
image sensors should not be exposed to laser beam radiation in an environment
where a laser beam device is used.
Phenomena Specific to Image Sensors
The following phenomena that may occur in images are specific to image
sensors. They do not indicate a malfunction.
White flecks
Although the image sensors are produced with high-precision technologies, fine
white flecks may be generated on the screen in rare cases, caused by cosmic rays, etc.
This is related to the principle of image sensors and is not a malfunction.
The white flecks especially tend to be seen in the following cases:
- when operating at a high environmental temperature
- when you have raised the gain (sensitivity)
- when using the slow shutter
Vertical smear (SNC-RS46N/RS46P/RS44N/RS44P only)
When an extremely bright object, such as a strong spotlight or flashlight, is being
shot, vertical tails may be produced on the screen, or the image may be distorted.
Aliasing
When fine patterns, stripes, or lines are shot, they may appear jagged or flicker.
About the Supplied Manuals
Note
Installation Manual (this document)
This Installation Manual describes the names and functions of parts and controls
of the Network Camera, gives connection examples and explains how to set up
the camera. Be sure to read the Installation Manual before operating.
User's Guide (stored in the CD-ROM)
The User's Guide describes how to set up the camera and how to control the
camera via a Web browser.
After installing and connecting the camera correctly, operate referring to this
User's Guide.
Using the CD-ROM Manuals
The supplied CD-ROM disc includes the User's Guides for this unit (Japanese,
English, French, German, Spanish, Italian and Chinese versions) in PDF format.
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Preparations
Adobe Reader Version 6.0 or higher must be installed on your computer in order
to use the User's Guide stored in the CD-ROM disc.
If Adobe Reader is not installed, it may be downloaded from the following URL:
http://www.adobe.com/
Reading the manual in the CD-ROM
1
Insert the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive.
A cover page appears automatically in your Web browser.
If it does not appear automatically in the Web browser, double-click on the
index.htm file on the CD-ROM.
2
Select and click on the manual that you want to read.
This opens the PDF file of the manual.
Clicking an item in the Table of Contents allows you to jump to the relevant
page.
Notes
 The files may not be displayed properly, depending on the version of Adobe
Reader. In this case, install the latest version, which you can download from
the URL mentioned in "Preparations" above.

If you have lost or damaged the CD-ROM, you can purchase replacement.
Contact your Sony service representative.
Adobe and Acrobat Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the
United States and/or other countries.
Location and Function of Part
Camera
 Front cover
Remove the front cover, when using the CF card slot.
 NETWORK indicator (green/orange)
The indicator lights up or flashes when the camera is connected to the
network. The indicator is off when the camera is not connected to the
network. When 100BASE-T is connected, the indicator turns green. When
10BASE-T is connected, the indicator turns orange.
 CF card slot
This slot is used for the optional SNCA-CFW5* wireless card or recommended
CF memory card.
Insert the SNCA-CFW5* into the slot and attach the optional wireless LAN
antenna SNCA-AN1 to the camera to extend the communicable distance by
wireless LAN.
Notes
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Insert the CF memory card with its top side facing the camera's NETWORK
indicator.
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For inquiries regarding verified CF memory cards, contact your authorized
Sony dealer.
* SNCA-CFW5 is not available in some countries and areas. For details, contact your
authorized Sony dealer.
 CF card lever
Press the lever to remove the CF memory card from the CF card slot.
 Reset switch
The camera can also be reset to the factory setting by turning on the power
while pressing the reset switch with a needle/paper clip.
 POWER indicator (green)
When the camera receives power, a system check is run internally in the
camera. The indicator lights up when the camera is operating normally.
 LOCK buttons (2)
When installing the camera on a ceiling, use the buttons to ensure proper
installation of the camera.
 RELEASE buttons (2)
Use these buttons to remove the camera from the ceiling.
 Lens
 Cable cover
Remove the cover when bundling the cables from the side of the camera.
 Built-in wire rope
The wire rope is used for fall-prevention of the camera.
 Camera connection terminal
Connect to the camera connection terminal of the ceiling unit.
ATTENTION
The model name and specifications are located on the camera.
Ceiling attachment surface of the ceiling unit
 DC IN 12V / AC IN 24V (power input) terminal
Use the provided AC power cable to connect to the 12 V DC/24 V AC power
supply system.
 (line output) terminal (minijack, monaural)
Connect to a speaker with a built-in amplifier.
 LAN (network) port (RJ45)
Connect to a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX network using a network cable (UTP,
category 5).
 (microphone input) terminal (minijack, monaural)
Connect a commercially available microphone.
 (video output) terminal
Outputs a composite video signal. Use the supplied monitor cable to connect
to the camera.
 I/O (Input/Output) port
Provides four sensor inputs and two alarm outputs.
1 8
7 14
Pin name
Pin Pin
Pin name Color
RS422/ RS485
No. No.
RS232C
RS485(Full) (Half )
1 Alarm Out 1- Blue 8 Rx- Tx-/Rx-
2 Alarm Out 1+ Blue 9 Rx Rx+ Tx+/Rx+
3 Sensor in 4 Yellow 10 Tx Tx-
4 Sensor in 3 Orange 11 Tx+
5 Sensor in 2 Red 12 GND
6 Sensor in 1 Brown 13 Alarm Out 2-
GND Black 14 Alarm Out 2+
7
Notes
For details about functions and settings, see the user's guide in the supplied
CD-ROM.
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 Screw hole for wire rope
When installing the camera on a ceiling, fix the supplied wire rope to this
hole using the supplied screw M4×10.
Camera attachment surface of the ceiling unit 
 Camera connection terminal
Connect to the camera connection terminal of the camera.
 Built-in wire rope attachment hook
Use when hooking the built-in wire rope of the camera on the wire rope
attachment hook for fall-prevention.
(continued on the reverse side)
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Color
Yellow
Orange
Red
Brown
Black
Purple
Purple
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