JVC TK-C215VP12U/E Instructions Manual
JVC TK-C215VP12U/E Instructions Manual

JVC TK-C215VP12U/E Instructions Manual

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DOME CAMERA

TK-C215VP4U/E
TK-C215VP12U/E
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the
body. Retain this information for future reference.
Model No. TK-C215VP4U/E,TK-C215VP12U/E
Serial No.
INSTRUCTIONS
LST0519-001A

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  • Page 1: Dome Camera

    DOME CAMERA TK-C215VP4U/E TK-C215VP12U/E For Customer Use: Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the body. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. TK-C215VP4U/E,TK-C215VP12U/E Serial No. INSTRUCTIONS LST0519-001A...
  • Page 2: Important Safeguards

    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.
  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    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. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE...
  • Page 4 European Union. If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page www.jvc-europe.com to obtain information about the take-back of the product. [Other Countries outside the European Union] If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in accordance with applicable national legislation or other rules in your country for the treatment of old electrical and electronic equipment.
  • Page 5: Characteristics

    Dome-type design allows application in various locations. High Magnification Varifocal/Zoom Lens The built-in x3.6 varifocal lens (TK-C215VP4U/ E) and x12 zoom lens (TK-C215VP12U/E) enables detailed supervision. Alarm Zoom Feature (TK-C215VP12U/E only) 2 preset positions are available, which allow setting of the monitoring screen size under normal circumstances and during alarm input.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Name of Parts ... 9 Setting the Switches and the Lens (TK-C215VP4U/E) ... 12 Setting the Switches and the Lens (TK-C215VP12U/E) ... 14 Installation and Connection System Example ... 16 About Connection Cables ... 17 Video signal cables ... 17 DC 12 V or AC 24 V power supply cable ...
  • Page 7: Precautions For Proper Use Of This Product

    All Interconnecting Equipment must be UL Listed. Upon switching between the HOME and ALARM positions, the camera focus may change slightly after the zoom operation comes to a stop. This is due to the built-in lens performance and is not a malfunction. (TK-C215VP12U/E only)
  • Page 8 When not in use, turn off the power of the system to save energy. Note on consumable parts (TK-C215VP12U/E only) The following parts are consumable and should be replaced after a certain number of hours or a count of operations. The service lives given below are only typical values.
  • Page 9: Name Of Parts

    Note: ● To mount the camera using the electrical box, consult the dealer from which this product is purchased or any nearby JVC dealer. Hole for Connecting Cable and Piping This is a hole for drawing out the connecting cable.
  • Page 10 ● The AC 24 V power supply should conform to the following: U-type: Class 2 only E-type: Isolated power supply only ● For inquiries on the heater, consult your nearby JVC dealer. TK-C215VP12U/E only Alarm signal cable (TK-C215VP12U/E only) Yellow (ALARM IN), Gray (ALARM GND).
  • Page 11 Camera (Interior) *TK-C215VP4U/E is used in the above illustration Rotation Knob ( TK-C215VP4U/E only) Rotate the lens unit to adjust the inclination of the image. (A Pg. 25) Rotation Center Mark (A Pg. 25) Fall Prevention Wire Use this to connect the base G to the dome cover D.
  • Page 12: Setting The Switches And The Lens (Tk-C215Vp4U/E)

    Introduction Setting the Switches and the Lens (TK-C215VP4U/E) Set the video setting switches on the camera unit before mounting it. To set the switches, use a fine-tipped screwdriver. LL PHASE [RESET/SPOT] RESET/SPOT button When switch #8 is set to [RESET] position and this button is pressed, the value of the white balance or phase adjusted manually is reset to the default value.
  • Page 13 [SYNC] Synchronization system selection switch. This switch sets the synchronizing system for the camera. INT: This is set for internal synchronization LL (Line Lock): The camera’s vertical synchronization is locked to the AC 24 V 60 Hz or 50 Hz power line frequency.
  • Page 14: Setting The Switches And The Lens (Tk-C215Vp12U/E)

    Introduction Setting the Switches and the Lens (TK-C215VP12U/E) 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) WHT.BAL.
  • Page 15 Function selection switches [AGC] Auto-gain control switch. Setting this switch to ON automatically increases the sensitivity even when the brightness of the subject is insufficient. (Default setting: ON) [SELECT] WHT.BAL./PHASE setting switch. WHT.BAL.: The F [R/B,+/-] buttons are used as [R/B] adjustment buttons.
  • Page 16: Installation And Connection System Example

    Power Cable Coaxial Cable TK-C215VP4U/E Power Cable Coaxial Cable TK-C215VP4U/E Power Cable Coaxial Cable TK-C215VP12U/E Power Cable Alarm Signal (METAL CONTACT) Power Unit DC12 V or AC24 V (Class 2) Hard Disk Recorder, etc. Memo: ● When mounting the heater (sold separately...
  • Page 17: About Connection Cables

    To video Signal Cable Conductor diameter (mm) To DC 12 V or AC 24 V Power Supply TK-C215VP4U/E Maximum To Alarm Signal Cable extension ( TK-C215VP12U/E (Without heater) Only) TK-C215VP4U/E Maximum extension (With heater) TK-C215VP12U/E Maximum extension (Without heater)
  • Page 18: Electrical Specifications Of Alarm Input Terminals

    Installation and Connection About Connection Cables (continued) Electrical Specifications of Alarm Input Terminals (TK-C215VP12U/E 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.
  • Page 19: The Right Sequence To Connect And Set The Camera

    The right sequence to connect and set the camera Follow the procedures below to connect/set this unit. Turn off the power of devices to be used before connecting the cables. Before touching the camera unit, make sure to touch the metal surface of the [MONITOR] terminal to discharge any static electricity from your body.
  • Page 20: Setting The Switches

    Setting the switches Set the switches for video images. (APg. 12 Setting the Switches and the Lens (TK-C215VP4U/E) ) (APg. 14 Setting the Switches and the Lens (TK-C215VP12U/E) ) Clip(x 3) Wrench (Supplied) *TK-C215VP4U/E is used in the above illustration Inner...
  • Page 21: Mounting The Base

    Power Supply Wire Alarm Signal Cable (AC 24 V only when heater is in use) *TK-C215VP12U/E only Removing the camera unit from the base Unfasten the 2 fastening screws from the camera unit using a screwdriver. Press the 2 clips inwards to remove the camera unit from the base.
  • Page 22: Cable Connection

    ● While the camera unit is disconnected from the base, be extremely careful not to drop the camera unit. Protection Cover Coaxial Cable *TK-C215VP12U/E is used in the above illustration Solder or Caulk Insulating Tape Bind insulating tape AC 24 V/DC 12 V...
  • Page 23: Mounting The Camera Unit

    Mounting the camera unit Fill the piping hole and mounting hole with a sealing material, mount the camera unit to the base, and insert the silica gel. Fill the hole with sealing material Fill the piping hole as well as the 2 mounting holes mounted with screws using a sealing material.
  • Page 24 ● During reconnection or re-installation after repair or maintenance, make sure to replace the silica gel with a new one. ● Consult your nearby JVC’s dealer on the replacement procedures. Serial number of part to be replaced: Use a LW40500-001A silica gel.
  • Page 25: Adjusting The Video Image

    Adjusting the video image Upon mounting the camera, adjust the images while checking the actual image. Mounting the test monitor Connect the [MONITOR] terminal of this unit to the test monitor to adjust the camera’s shooting direction, angle of view and focus. Memo: ●...
  • Page 26 (See illustration below) *TK-C215VP4U/E is used in the above illustration TK-C215VP4U/E(A Pg. 26) TK-C215VP12U/E(A Pg. 28) TK-C215VP4U/E Iris Level Adjustment Dial IRIS LEVEL...
  • Page 27 Adjusting the brightness Usually, adjustment of the brightness is not required. When this is necessary, adjust the iris level accordingly. To darken : Anti-clockwise direction (L side) To brighten : Clockwise direction (H side) Memo: ● Do not perform iris level adjustment within 30 seconds after pressing the focus adjustment button.
  • Page 28 (continued) TK-C215VP12U/E ● 2 types of angle of view may be selected for TK-C215VP12U/E. 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.
  • Page 29 Registering alarm position For registering the angle of view during monitoring when there is an alarm input. 2.,4. 1.,5. Check that the [ALARM POSITION] indicator light is turned on. Registration of alarm position is enabled. ● Press the [POSITION SELECT] button if the [ALARM POSITION] indicator light is off.
  • Page 30: Mounting The Inner Dome

    Installation and Connection Mounting the inner dome After setting is complete, mount the inner dome to the camera. Mounting the inner dome Mount the inner dome to the 3 clips. Inner Dome *TK-C215VP4 is used in the above illustration Note: ●...
  • Page 31: Mounting The Camera Using The Electrical Box

    Note: ● Make sure that the dome cover is firmly fastened. Otherwise, the humidity level may rise, which may result in fogging and even falling of the cover. ● Ensure that the fall prevention wire of the dome cover is not caught in the space between the dome cover and base.
  • Page 32: Mounting The Camera Using The Pipe

    Installation and Connection Mounting the camera using the pipe Use the piping hole to mount the camera. Mounting the camera using the piping hole at the bottom surface of the base Setting the switches (A Pg. 20) Removing the camera unit from the base. (A Pg.
  • Page 33 Mounting the camera using the piping hole at the side surface of the base If the camera cannot be mounted directly to the ceiling, mount it to the pipe using the piping hole at the side surface of the base. Setting the switches (A Pg.
  • Page 34: White-Spot Correction

    [SPOT] button LL PHASE WHT. BAL. Function selection switch 8 TK-C215VP12U/E 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].
  • Page 36: Others

    Others Specifications Camera Signal system: U type : Based on NTSC standard E type : Based on PAL standard Scanning frequencies U type : 15.734 kHz (Horizontal), 59.94 Hz (Vertical) E type : 15.625 kHz (Horizontal), 50 Hz (Vertical) Image device: 1/4" IT CCD Effective picture elements: U type : 380,000 pixels,...
  • Page 37 TK-C215VP4U/E : Approx. 3.6 TK-C215VP12U/E : Approx. 12 Maximum aperture TK-C215VP4U/E : F1.3 (f = 2.8 mm) to F3.0 (f = 10 mm) TK-C215VP12U/E : F1.6 (f = 3.8 mm) to F2.7 (f = 45.6 mm) Angle adjustment range : ±175 Rotation : ±175...
  • Page 38 Others Specifications (continued) Dimensional Outline Drawing [Unit: mm (inch)] 121(4-3/4) 113(4-1/2) G3/4-14 UNC screw for piping (bottom surface, side surface) 160(6-1/4) * Specifications and appearance of this unit and related products are subject to change for product improvement without prior notice. (3/8)
  • Page 39 Focus chart...
  • Page 40 LST0519-001A © 2006 Victor Company of Japan, Limited...

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