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Panasonic GP-VD150 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
<Basics>
Installation Instructions provided
HD Communication Camera
GP‑VD150
Model No.
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
For instructions on how to operate this HD Communication Camera and
how to establish its settings, refer to the "Operations and Settings" manual
(PDF file).
Download the "Operations and Settings" manual from the home page
given below.
http://panasonic.net/psn/products/hdvc/resource/users_guides.html

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  • Page 1 Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. For instructions on how to operate this HD Communication Camera and how to establish its settings, refer to the “Operations and Settings” manual (PDF file). Download the “Operations and Settings” manual from the home page given below. http://panasonic.net/psn/products/hdvc/resource/users_guides.html...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    ENGLISH VERSION Safety precautions WARNING: CAUTION TO PREVENT INJURY, THIS APPARATUS MUST RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN BE SECURELY ATTACHED TO THE FLOOR IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTALLATION CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, INSTRUCTIONS. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

  • Page 3: 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...
  • Page 4 VERSION FRANÇAISE (FRENCH VERSION) Consignes de sécurité AVERTISSEMENT: CAUTION POUR ÉVITER TOUT RISQUE DE BLESSURES, RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN L’APPAREIL DOIT ÊTRE SOLIDEMENT FIXÉ PLANCHER CONFORMÉMENT ATTENTION: AFIN DE PRÉVENIR LE RISQUE DE INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION. CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, NE PAS RETIRER LES VIS. TOUTE RÉPARATION DEVRAIT ÊTRE CONFIÉE À...
  • Page 5 Consignes de sécurité Instructions de sécurité importantes Veiller à lire ces instructions attentivement avant d’utiliser l’appareil. Respecter les instructions de sécurité apposées sur l’appareil et les instructions de sécurité applicables ci‑dessous. Conserver ces instructions à portée de main pour pouvoir s’y référer ultérieurement. 1) Veiller à...

  • Page 6: Precauciones De Seguridad

    VERSIÓN ESPAÑOLA (SPANISH VERSION) Precauciones de seguridad ADVERTENCIA: CAUTION PARA EVITAR HERIDAS, ESTE APARATO RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN DEBE ESTAR FIRMEMENTE INSTALADO PISO DE ACUERDO CON LAS INSTRUCCIONES ATENCIÓN: PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE SACUDIDAS ELÉCTRICAS, DE INSTALACIÓN. NO QUITE LA TAPA SUPERIOR (NI TRASERA).

  • Page 7: Instrucciones Importantes De Seguridad

    Precauciones de seguridad Instrucciones importantes de seguridad Lea cuidadosamente estas instrucciones de funcionamiento antes de utilizar la unidad. Siga las instrucciones de seguridad de la unidad y las instrucciones de seguridad aplicables enumeradas a continuación. Guarde estas instrucciones de funcionamiento a mano para poder consultarlas en el futuro en caso de ser necesario. 10) Proteja el cable de alimentación para que no 1) Lea este manual de instrucciones.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    For details on how to operate the unit and select its settings, refer to the “Operating Instructions <Operations and Settings>” (PDF file). Download the “Operating Instructions <Operations and Settings>” from the home page given below. http://panasonic.net/psn/products/hdvc/resource/users_guides.html To read PDF files, you will need Adobe Reader which is available from Adobe Systems.

  • Page 9: Before Use

     Disclaimer of warranty p p This unit is designed to be used exclusively with IN NO EVENT SHALL Panasonic Corporation BE LIABLE Panasonic HD visual communications system. TO ANY PARTY OR ANY PERSON, EXCEPT FOR...

  • Page 10: Characteristics

    Characteristics 1/3-type MOS sensor and high-performance 12 zoom Use of easy-to-operate wireless remote controller lens featured (optional accessory) is possible p p A 1/3‑type full HD MOS sensor and DSP (digital signal p p A wireless remote controller capable of operating up to four units can be used.

  • Page 11: Accessories

    Accessories Check that the following accessories are present and accounted for. Operating Instructions <Basics> (this manual) ....1 Power cable (2 m {6.6 feet}) ..........1 Warranty ................1 AC adapter ................. 1...

  • Page 12: Installation Precautions

    Installation precautions In addition to heeding the points presented in the “Safety precautions”, observe the following precautions as well. Do not install or use the unit in the following kinds of Ensure that the installation work complies with the locations. technical standards governing electrical equipment.
  • Page 13 Installation precautions Use the dedicated AC adapter and power cable provided Grounding with the unit. Before using the unit, check that the grounding wire has Connect the AC adapter and power cable to the power inlet been fastened securely. securely. Check the grounding resistance (less than 100 ) of the The power cable supplied with this unit must always be used grounding terminal.

  • Page 14: Operating Precautions

    Operating precautions Shoot under the proper lighting conditions. Zooming and focusing To produce pictures with eye‑pleasing colors, shoot under When the focus is set manually, out‑of‑focusing may occur during zooming. the proper lighting conditions. After zooming, if necessary, either adjust the focus or set the The pictures may not appear with their proper colors when focus to auto.
  • Page 15 Operating precautions Handle the unit carefully. Do not drop the unit or subject it to strong impact or vibration. Doing so may cause the unit to malfunction. When the unit is not in use Turn off the unit’s power when it is not in use. When the unit is no longer going to be used, do not leave it lying around, but be absolutely sure to dispose of it properly.

  • Page 16: Concerning The Wireless Remote Controller (Optional Accessory)

    Concerning the wireless remote controller (optional accessory) This unit can be operated by remote control using a wireless remote controller (model number: AW-RM50G) which is sold separately. The unit cannot be operated directly using the wireless remote controller of an HD visual communication unit. Check out the following points before using the wireless remote controller.

  • Page 17: Parts And Their Functions

    Parts and their functions  Camera unit 1 Wireless remote controller signal light-sensing area Light sensors are located in two places at the front of the camera pedestal. 2 Status display lamp This lights in the following way depending on the status of the unit.
  • Page 18 Parts and their functions : Threaded hole (thread: 1/4-20UNC) for mounting the camera Use this hole when mounting the camera on a tripod, etc.  Service switches SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 The camera is used with all the switches at the OFF setting.

  • Page 19: Wireless Remote Controller (Optional Accessory)

    Parts and their functions  Wireless remote controller 3 MENU button Each time this is pressed for at least 2 seconds, (optional accessory) operation switches between displaying the unit’s menu and exiting the menu. When it is pressed quickly (for less than 2 seconds) while a menu is displayed, the setting change is canceled.
  • Page 20 Parts and their functions 9 PRESET/LIMIT button  A/FOCUS button This is used when automatically adjusting the lens focus. This is used to register the settings in the preset memories. When a preset memory call button is pressed while the ...

  • Page 21: Setting The Remote Control Ids

    Setting the remote control IDs The wireless remote controller (optional accessory) is capable of operating up to four units. IDs are used to set which units are selected when the [CAM1], [CAM2], [CAM3] and [CAM4] buttons on the wireless remote controller have been pressed. p p When using a multiple number of units, set a different remote control ID for each unit.

  • Page 22: Installation

    Installation Connect the rear panel connectors. AC adaptor cable Video output cable  When installing the unit on a desk Place the unit flat on the surface. Notes p p Install the unit in a stable location which will not be susceptible to shaking. If the unit is installed in a location which is susceptible to shaking, this will cause the unit’s images to shake in turn.

  • Page 23: When Mounting The Unit On A Tripod

    Installation  When mounting the unit on a tripod Use a highly stable tripod which can bear the weight of the camera mounted on it. Attach the tripod to the threaded hole for mounting the camera on the camera’s bottom panel. Place the tripod on a completely flat and level surface.

  • Page 24: Connections

    Connections  Connections with an HD Visual Communications System HD Communication Camera GP-VD150 HDMI signal HD Visual Communication Unit KX-VC300, KX-VC600 Wireless remote controller (optional accessory) AW-RM50G p p For descriptions of the panning, tilting, zooming, preset and other camera operations using an HD visual communication unit,...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting q Operation Reference Symptom Cause and remedial action pages p p Is the AC adapter securely connected to the AC outlet? ––– p p Is the power plug of the AC adapter connected properly? ––– No power p p When the unit is being operated by the wireless remote controller ...
  • Page 26 Troubleshooting q Video Reference Symptom Cause and remedial action pages p p Has the unit been connected properly to the other connected P.24 devices? No pictures are p p If the system is configured in such a way that the picture is also <Operations and displayed or the switched when the unit to be operated is selected, has the correct...
  • Page 27 Troubleshooting Reference Symptom Cause and remedial action pages p p Either select the auto setting for the iris or select the manual <Operations and setting and adjust the iris manually. Settings> The pictures are too light or too dark p p The pictures may be dark if the video signal cables are too long –––...

  • Page 28: Appearance

    Appearance Unit: mm {inch} 150 {5-29/32} 75 {2-15/16} 73 {2-7/8}...

  • Page 29: Specifications

    Specifications Power requirements: DC 12 V 10 % (AC adapter provided) Power consumption: 1.0 A indicates safety information.  GENERAL  INPUT Ambient operating temperature: Input connector: DC 12 V IN 0 °C to +40 °C {+32 °F to +104 °F} Storage temperature: –20 °C to +50 °C {–4 °F to +122 °F} Allowable humidity ranges: 20 % to 90 % (no condensation)

  • Page 30: Optional Accessories

    White balance: AWB A, AWB B, ATW  Optional accessories Chroma amount variability: 7 levels variability p p Wireless remote controller AW-RM50G (Manufactured by Panasonic) Scene file: FullAuto, Manual1, Manual2, (Size “AA” dry battery  2, obtained separately) Manual3 Output format: HD 1080: 59.94i,...
  • Page 31 Memo...
  • Page 32 Fs0912‑0 PGQX1231ZA Printed in China © Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd. 2012...

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