DOME CAMERA TK-C215V4 TK-C215V12 For Customer Use: Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the body. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. TK-C215V4/TK-C215V12 Serial No. INSTRUCTIONS *TK-C215V4 is used in the above illustration. LST0420-001B...
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● Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. CAUTION CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC COULD VOID USER'S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
Introduction These are general IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and certain items may not apply to all appliances. 1. Read all of these instructions. 2. Save these instructions for later use. 3. All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4.
Camera (Interior) ... 9 Setting the Lens and Switches (TK-C215V4) ... 10 Setting the Lens and Switches (TK-C215V12) ... 12 Installation and connection About Connection Cables ... 14 Video signal cables ... 14 DC 12 V or AC 24 V power supply cable ...
High Magnification Varifocal/Zoom Lens (TK-C215V4 and TK-C215V12 only) The built-in x3.6 varifocal lens (TK-C215V4) and x12 zoom lens (TK-C215V12) enables detailed supervision. Alarm Zoom Feature(TK-C215V12 only) 2 preset positions are available, which allow setting of the monitoring screen size under normal circumstances and during alarm input.
This is due to the built-in lensperformance and is not a malfunction. (TK-C215V12 only) When the camera is moved from a cold area to room temperature, condensation may occur causing the camera to malfunction as a result.
(A pg. 22) Input Power cable DC 12 V Input: Red (+12 V), Black (GND) AC 24 V Input: Non-polar. (A pg. 16) Alarm signal cable (TK-C215V12 only) Yellow (ALARM IN), Gray (ALARM GND). (A pg. 15) Protection Cover...
Camera (Interior) The dome cover, inner dome and outer case are removed. Procedures for removal. (A pg. 18 Embedding the camera to the ceiling , Step 3. to Step 5.) *TK-C215V4 is used in the above illustration. Strap A plate to connect the camera unit and the dome cover.
Introduction Setting the Lens and Switches (TK-C215V4) Set the video setting switches on the camera unit before mounting it. To set the switches, use a fine-tipped screwdriver. RESET/ [ SPOT ] LL PHASE WHT. BAL. IRIS LEVEL FOCUS ADJUST Function selection switch setting table (Items in bold are factory position) SELECT PHASE...
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[WHT.BAL.] ATW/MANUAL selection switch. For selecting whether to adjust the white balance automatically or manually. When the setting is changed from manual to ATW, the setting values in the manual mode will be reset. The camera switches to the same mode as with pressing the [RESET] button.
Introduction Setting the Lens and Switches (TK-C215V12) Set the video setting switches on the camera unit before mounting it. To set the switches, use a fine-tipped screwdriver. Function selection switch setting table (Items in bold are factory position) SELECT PHASE SYNC WHT.BAL.
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[SELECT] WHT.BAL./PHASE setting switch. WHT.BAL.: The F [R/B, +/-] buttons are used as [R/B] adjustment buttons. PHASE: The F [R/B, +/-] buttons are used as [+/-] adjustment buttons. (Default setting: WHT.BAL.) [SYNC] Synchronization system selection switch. This switch sets the synchronizing system for the camera.
Conductor diameter (mm) To DC 12 V or AC 24 V Power Supply TK-C215V4 Maximum extension To Alarm Signal Cable (TK-C215V12)only TK-C215V12 Maximum extension CAUTION: ● If thin cables are used (i.e. with a high resistance), a significant voltage drop will occur when the unit is at its maximum power consumption.
Electrical Specifications of Alarm Input Terminals (TK-C215V12 only) ● To prevent penetration of noise in the internal circuitry, apply a non-voltage contact signal to the ALARM input terminal. Never apply a voltage. ● Apply an alarm signal for at least 200 ms. If it is shorter, it is not guaranteed that the signal will be recognized as an alarm signal.
Installation and connection System diagram TK-C215V4 Video signal Power TK-C215V4 Video signal Power TK-C215V12 Video signal Power Alarm signal METAL CONTACT Power Unit DC 12 V or AC 24 V Digital Video Recorder etc. NOTE: ● Turn OFF the power supply to all equipment to be used before making connections.
(recess bracket). ● For detail related to embedded cover (rsecess bracket), please contact JVC. *TK-C215V4 is used in the above illustration. Embedded Cover in Ceiling (recess bracket) Selecting a mounting method Select a method for mounting the camera according to the intended purpose.
(not supplied) Video signal cable Power supply cable Alarm signal cable *TK-C215V12 only Remove the dome cover. As illustrated in the diagram, hold the dome ring such that the position mark comes between the thumb and index finger. Turn the ring in the counterclockwise direction to remove.
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Insert the camera unit into the ceiling hole. Fall prevention wire (not supplied) Protection cover *TK-C215V12 is used in the above illustration. Mounting Align j with the shooting direction when mounting the camera. Fasten the camera. (x3 locations) Press the screw head of the ceiling mount bracket all the way in using a cross screwdriver.
Installation and connection Mounting the Camera (continued) When mounting the camera directly to the ceiling or on the wall When mounting to a wall, replace areas indicated as “ceiling” in the procedures by “wall”. Setup Open a hole in the ceiling. (R 30 mm, 1 1/8 inches) Make use of the template supplied to open a hole.
Protection cover Wrap with tape Input power supply cable *TK-C215V12 is used in the above illustration Mounting Align the position mark of the fastened outer case with that of the camera unit. NOTE: When doing so, be careful not to catch the...
Installation and connection Mounting the Camera (continued) When mounting the camera to the electrical box NOTE: Before mounting the camera to electrical boxes, please refer to local building codes for box type to use for low-voltage wiring. Connecting Align j with the shooting direction when mounting the cover to the electrical box.
Adjusting Image Adjusting Images Upon mounting the camera, adjust the images while checking the actual image. Mounting the test monitor Connect the [MONITOR] terminal of this camera to a test monitor to adjust the camera’s shooting direction, image and focus. * The power to the camera body must be ON when adjustments are performed.
Upon determining the imaging direction, adjust the field angle, focus and iris level accordingly. The method of adjustment varies with the camera in use. TK-C215V4 (A pg. 24) TK-C215V12 (A pg. 25) TK-C215V4 Iris Level Adjustment IRIS LEVEL Focus Adjust...
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TK-C215V12 ● 2 types of angle of view may be selected for TK-C215V12. In general, set in a way such that the home position shoots a wide range and the alarm position a narrow range. ● Use the alarm input mode selection switch to set the actions when there is an alarm input.
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Adjusting Image Adjusting Images (continued) TK-C215V12 (continued) Registering alarm position For registering the angle of view during monitoring when there is an alarm input. 2.,3. 1.,5. Check that the [ALARM POSITION] indicator light is turned on. Registration of alarm position is enabled.
Other installation and adjustment Mounting the Inner Dome After setting is complete, mount the Inner dome. *TK-C215V4 is used in the above illustration. Mount the inner dome . Mount the inner dome to the claws (3 locations). CAUTION: ● Mount the inner dome such that it does not cover the lens.
[SPOT] button LL PHASE WHT. BAL. Function selection switch 8 TK-C215V12 Remove the dome cover. Cover the lens surface using a black sheet of paper, etc. so that light does not enter the lens. Set the function selection switch 8 to [SPOT].
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Others Specifications (continued) External Dimensions [Unit: mm (inches)] When cover is attached 121 (4-3/4) 4-R4,5 46 (1-13/16) (3/16) 6(1/4) R156 (6-1/8) When embedded R116 (4-9/16) R145 (5-3/4) * Specifications and appearance of this unit and related products are subject to change for product improvement without prior notice.