5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS....................2 SAFETY NOTICES...................... 3 INTRODUCTION ......................4 Advantages ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..4 PARTS LIST......................... 5 PRE INSTALLATION ....................6 Site Evaluation............................. 6 Identify line-of-sight ........................6 Up & in the clear..........................6 Ground Plane..........................
VI. The TCO-5800 has been certified by the FCC for use with other products without any further certification (as per FCC section 2.1091.) Changes or modifications not expressly approved by VideoComm Technologies could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
INTRODUCTION Introduction Designed with the harshest environments in mind, the robust TCO-5808 series delivers high resolution, real time video in applications ranging from a few hundred feet up to many miles, depending on system. Its rugged IP-67 all-weather enclosure transmits in applications where trenching cable may not be possible, convenient or economical.
Please inspect the packaging carefully to ensure you have received all the necessary parts and accessories listed. Refer to the following chart to determine which parts are included with your product. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact VideoComm Technologies, Customer Service or your re-seller immediately.
Up & in the clear To realize the optimum distance for your VideoComm Technologies wireless devices, “give them some air”. The radio waves coming from your TCO-5800 system antennas do not shoot out like a laser beam, rather they radiate from the antenna like a flash light beam. Therefore the transmitter and receiver should both be up and in the clear.
Are you trying to transmit through trees? Then you will need to seriously consider how much range will be lost. A field test is always the best way to find out. Speak to a VideoComm Technologies Tech for a possible solution.
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5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Things that block transmission Things that block transmission are not always obvious. Here are some of the most common pitfalls: • Water, or anything with water in it (people are 98% water). Snow & rain can reduce your distance.
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Tools Required The 5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series is designed to be “Plug & Play” and simple to install with minimal tools. The following is a list of recommended tools to setup your system.
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Opening & Closing The All Weather Enclosure To make all video, audio, alarm input and power terminations we must access the interior of the enclosure by removing the front cover. The front cover can be removed two ways: 1.
Size – 13/16” ) Feed the video and audio cable through the cable gland hole. VideoComm Technologies recommends the use of RG- 59 or higher grade coaxial cable for video and audio terminations. Do not use video / audio cable that is less than ¼ inch in diameter, as this may not allow a proper seal when the cable gland is tightened.
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Video and Audio Cable Installation & Termination The following illustration demonstrates power supply, video and two audio cables, connecting through the different cable glands for the enclosure. This can only be done if using internal factory antennas.
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Terminating External Antenna Cable If connecting an external Receiver antenna to your receiver, Loosen the desired cable gland using a Metric 20mm socket wrench. (Closest Imperial Size – 13/16” ) Feed the end of the RF cable that has the smaller SMA- Male connector through the grommet.
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Unused Grommet Seals After video and audio cables are installed and terminated you may find there one or more cable glands are not being used. If there are cable glands not being used this means that water can enter the enclosure, causing damage.
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Power Supply Connection Inside the enclosure you will find a green terminal strip with orange terminal lock tabs. WARNING! Transformer must not be powered while making connections to the terminal strip. An electrical short can occur, causing harmful damage to the unit.
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Power-Up Device Assuming that the power supply has been terminated properly inside the transmitter and receiver, plug in the transformer to an available AC source. The LED power indicator light should illuminate. Check to see that the power switch is turned to the “ON”...
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Channel Selection The TCO-5808 All Weather Series has 8 channel user selectable frequencies. For the wireless video link to work, both the transmitter and receive must be set to the same channel. On the inside of the transmitter and the receiver, you will find three dip switches as illustrated.
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Antenna Polarization When installing multiple 5.8GHz wireless systems at the same installation site, you will need to alternate the radio frequency polarization for each wireless link. The TCO-5800 series of transmitters and receivers can be user adjusted for either vertical or horizontal polarizations.
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5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Antenna Polarization Continued…. Changing Receiver Antenna Polarization To change the polarization of the receiver antenna, carefully unscrew the two metal screws that hold the antenna to internal metal mounting bracket. Do not to scratch or bend the antenna as this will affect receiving performance The screws are located on the edge of the internal metal mounting bracket on the...
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5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J CAUTION : Changing Receiver Antenna Polarization ONLY remove these two screws to change Rx antenna polarization DO NOT ADJUST ANY OF THESE FOUR SCREWS – DAMAGE WILL OCCUR Receiver Antenna Polarization For Receiver Antenna Polarization For ANT-5807ip - 7dB Gain Antenna ANT-5814ip - 14dB Gain Antenna...
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Multiple Link Antenna Polarization In applications that have more than one transmitter or receiver, there are special considerations to take into account. Without careful planning there is a possibility of interference between the different transmitter and receiver links.
1. Physical Inspection of Product • Ensure all parts are included. See Page 5 • Check for physical damage to the devices, contact your distributor or VideoComm Technologies Technical Support immediately should you suspect damage to the unit. 2. Bench Testing Your 5.8GHz All Weather Series •...
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4. Receiver Video Gain Adjustment - We Strongly recommend you contact VideoComm Technologies Technical support before making any adjustments. • Your system has already been carefully calibrated by the factory to ensure optimum performance, but can be user adjusted if required.
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J INSTALLATION Pole Mounting the 5.8GHz All Weather Series Your enclosure includes a universal wall / pole mounting bracket, which consists of two main parts. The base plate and enclosure pivot plate. Base Plate The base plate will be mounted to either a wall or pole.
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5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Using the mounting bracket, fasten the base plate of the bracket to the mounting pole with hose clamps. Attach the two pieces of the BRK-250 bracket, the base plate and enclosure pivot plate, using two 4 x 11/32”...
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5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Insert the four 4 x 11/32” mounting screws into each screw port of the IP-67 enclosure Fasten the enclosure pivot plate to the IP-67 enclosure base, by tightening the 11/32” bolts until snug. Do not over tighten.
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Wall Mounting the 5.8GHz All Weather Series Mount the base plate of the BRK-250 to the wall using four screws or bolts (not included). Ensure the mount is secure and capable of supporting the weight of the transmitter or receiver.
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J Enclosure Alignment and Positioning All applications are not created equal. From time to time the transmitter or receiver will have to be tilted up, down, left or right to have proper alignment to the other unit. Poor alignment can result in a poor image.
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J TIPS & TROUBLE SHOOTING Snow on the Monitor If there is snow or noise on your monitor this is a good indication that the receiver is receiving a weak signal. To correct an image that has a lot of noise (snow) a number of things can be done. •...
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• Mount the transmitter and receiver on the edge of the roof and ensure it is looking away from the building. This is particularly important if there is a metal roof that tends to deflect signals down. VideoComm Technologies Customer Service...
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J OPTIONAL PRODUCTS & ACCESSORIES DT-900 900MHz All Weather Digital Spread Spectrum Data Radios The 900MHz DT-900 digital spread spectrum data radios transmit license free wireless PTZ controls and other data sources up to 7 miles where trenching cable may not be possible, convenient or economical.
5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J WARRANTY INFORMATION/ TERMS & CONDITIONS VideoComm Technologies, herein referred to as “VCT.” LIMITED WARRANTY VCT hereby warrants, subject to the conditions here in below, that should this product become defective by reason of improper workmanship or material defect during the specified warranty period, VCT will repair the same, effecting all necessary parts without charge for either parts or labor, or replace the unit at VCT option.
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