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Contents About This User Manual ......................i Safety Precautions........................ii CHAPTER 1 Introduction ....................1 Purpose and Functions ......................1 VC-04 Features........................... 1 VC-04 Specifications ......................... 2 SI-300CC Camera Controller Features ................... 2 SI-300CC Camera Controller Technical Data............... 3 Video Monitor Features ......................3 CHAPTER 2 Installation ....................
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APPENDIX A Service...................... 19 Replaceable Parts........................19 Service and Ordering Information ..................19 APPENDIX B Maintenance.................... 20 APPENDIX C Limited Warranty ..................21...
About This User Manual The VCS-04 Video Camera System User Manual provides detailed information about the VCS-04 features and operation. This manual is designed to be used as a reference tool for installing and using the VCS-04. Chapter 1 introduces you to the basic features of VCS-04, system components, supported products, and specifications.
The following general safety precautions must be observed during installation, operation, maintenance, and service to the product. Failing to follow these precautions or warnings listed in this manual may result in physical injury. TDK RF Solutions assumes no liability for the user’s failure to follow these precautions.
CHAPTER 1 Introduction Purpose and Functions The VCS-04 is a video camera system designed for use in a shielded room environment for remote monitoring of EUTs (Equipment Under Test) during EMC testing. The system includes: VC-04 shielded color video camera(s)
Use of fiber optic cables and serial links allow communications to be uninterrupted by high RF fields. Universal power supply input 100-240 VAC, 50-60Hz. Remote (IEEE-488) and local (front panel) operation. Modular design allows for easy upgrades (to control a maximum of four cameras). TDK RF Solutions Video Camera System User Manual...
Mechanical Occupies 2U of space in a 19 inch rack Electrical Power Supply 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz Video Monitor Features The VCS-04 includes a high-resolution video monitor. For more information, refer to the manufacturer’s manual included with the video monitor.
CHAPTER 2 Installation Before You Begin Before you begin the installation of the VCS-04, conduct an initial inspection of the system and verify that you have received all components with your product. Inspection The VCS-04 was thoroughly tested and inspected prior to shipment. Inspect the product for signs of physical damage that may have occurred during shipping.
Product Diagrams Refer to the following diagrams when installing the VCS-04 video camera system. SI-300CC Rear Panel The following graphic displays port locations on the SI-300CC’s rear panel. Video #1 Video #2 Fiber Optic Channels Audio #1 Audio #2 POWER...
V3 Ports TX (transmit) and RX (receive), video, and audio ports to connect to the SI-300CC. V4 Potentiometer Control Adjusts microphone gain (for audio option). V5 Pan/Tilt Connection Cable 9-Pin D-SUB connector used to connect the VC-04 to the optional Pan/Tilt unit. TDK RF Solutions Video Camera System User Manual...
Connect the optional Audio IN on the SI-300 to the Audio port on the VC-04. This transmitter will emit a red light when the video is functioning properly. TDK RF Solutions Video Camera System User Manual...
System Initialization SI-300CC Opening Screen After powering on the remote cameras, you should observe the opening screen shown below with the device name, company name, and IEEE 488 address. TDK RF Solutions Video Camera System User Manual...
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“[N/A]” to “[A]” once communication is established. If it remains in the “[N/A]” mode, check that the remote device is powered on, then check that the fiber-optic cables are connected properly. Displays up to 4 cameras connected to the SI 300CC TDK RF Solutions Video Camera System User Manual...
Remote Operation – SI-300CC Front Panel Controls The front panel of the SI-300CC is designed to be user-friendly yet flexible enough to accommodate the wide variety of functions that the unit is used for. TDK RF Solutions C W / C C W X / 0...
The options menu can always be reached by pressing the “NEXT” key while in the main menu page. This screen allows the user to easily maneuver through the different SI-300CC options. The abbreviations and functions present on the menu screen are: TDK RF Solutions Video Camera System User Manual...
(F1) Next Channel: Pressing this key scrolls the user through the four available fiber optic serial channels on the SI-300CC. Once the proper channel is highlighted then the user can change or configure the module on this channel. TDK RF Solutions Video Camera System User Manual...
“F1”(NEXT CHANNEL) key. Once the proper camera is highlighted the “F2”(CONFIG) key can be pressed to enter the VC-04 camera configuration page. This page gives the user the ability to set and display the identification tag and adjust the iris TDK RF Solutions Video Camera System User Manual...
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PREV: (F3) Previous: Pressing this key will take the user back to the SI-300CC configuration page. EXIT: (F4) Exit: This key takes the user back to the Main Menu TDK RF Solutions Video Camera System User Manual...
SPDT switch used to turn power on and off. A red LED will indicate that power is turned on. MIC GAIN: Located below the VIDEO fiber connector. This potentiometer is used to adjust the gain of the microphone signal. TDK RF Solutions Video Camera System User Manual...
Changes to the module page on channel Z SI:Q:CHZ Returns module number on channel Z in hex format: 0 to 9 then A to B “M=2” module on channel x is an FP4000 TDK RF Solutions Video Camera System User Manual...
Turn On the Auto Focus on channel Z CA:AOFF:CHZ Turn Off the Auto Focus on channel Z CA:MSX:CHZ Save camera position to memory on channel Z 1<=X<=6 CA:MRX:CHZ Recall saved camera position from memory on channel Z 1<=X<=6 TDK RF Solutions Video Camera System User Manual...
The VCS-04 contains no user replaceable parts. For service, contact a TDK RF Solutions Sales and Support Office. Service and Ordering Information To request service, to place an order, or to learn more about the TDK RF Solutions products that best meet your needs, contact your TDK representative: TDK RF Solutions Inc.
To ensure years of uninterrupted service from VCS-04, perform the following procedures: Inspect the VCS-04 on a regular basis to make sure that the unit is clean and functioning properly, and all cables and connectors are securely fastened and in good condition.
(referred to herein as “Hardware” or “Product”) will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment. If TDK RF Solutions receives notice of any such defects during the warranty period, TDK RF Solutions will, at its option, either repair or replace the Product which it finds to be defective at no charge (except for shipping and insurance).
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THEORY FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE IN ANY WAY RELATED TO THE PRODUCT SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL TDK RF SOLUTIONS INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT.
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GPIB Page, 12 Recall, 13, 17 Remote Programming, 16 Camera Commands, 17 System Commands, 16 ID ON/OFF, 14 IEEE-488, 2, 3, 5, 16 Installation, 4, 7 Safety Messages, ii IRIS RESET, 14 TDK RF Solutions Video Camera System User Manual...
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Set, 13, 17 Warranty, 20 Shock Hazard, ii special keys, 3, 10 MENU, 10 STOP, 10 X/θ, 11 System Commands, 16 Y/φ, 11 TILT, 11, 13 ZERO, 10 UP/DOWN, 11 ZOOM, 11, 13 TDK RF Solutions Video Camera System User Manual...