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VC-C4
COMMUNICATION CAMERA
f:4-64mm 1:1.4-2.8
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Please read this instruction manual carefully before operation.
Be sure to read the “aSafe Use of Equipment” section before
using this equipment. Store this manual in a readily accessible
location for future reference.
ENGLISH
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Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Canon Communication Camera VC-C4/VC-C4R (the “Product”). Please read this Instruction Manual carefully to ensure that you use the Product correctly and safely. Read the “aSafe Use of Equipment” section first and observe these instructions when you use the Product. Features of the VC-C4/VC-C4R Communication Camera n 1/4 inch CCD, 410,000 pixels (NTSC) or 470,000 pixels (PAL) for high-quality images n High-performance 16× power zoom n Wide angle photograph
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a Safe Use of Equipment An exclamation point, within a triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the equipment. a Important Warnings a CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The serial number of this equipment may be found on the back of the camera head. No others have
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a Safe Use of Equipment FCC NOTICE PT-V4N/PT-V4NR This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pro
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a Safe Use of Equipment a IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions, the word the equipment. An equipment and cart “equipment” refers to the Canon combination should be moved with care. communication camera VC-C4/VC-C4R and Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven all its accessories. surfaces may cause the equipment and cart combination to overturn. 1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read 9. Power Sources - The PA-V16 AC adapter before th
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a Safe Use of Equipment antenna discharge unit, connection to 17. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this grounding electrodes, and requirements equipment yourself as opening or for the grounding electrode. See figure 1. removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. fig-1 Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 18. Damage Requiring Service - Disconnect ANTENNA this equipment from the wall outlet and LEAD
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a Safe Use of Equipment 21. Do not install the equipment in the - When the batteries are used up, or following locations as this can cause a when the equipment will not be used fire or electric shock: for an extended period, remove the batteries. - Hot locations - When replacing the batteries, always - Close to a fire replace both batteries, and do not use - Very humid or dusty locations different types of batteries together. - Locations exposed to direct sunlight - Ensure that the + and -
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a Safe Use of Equipment Maintenance Cleaning the Equipment 1. Unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet. 2. Carefully wipe the equipment with a soft cloth that has been moistened with water or a mild detergent. WARNING Do not use flammable solvents such as alcohol, benzene or thinners. The use of such substances can cause a fire or electric shock. 3. Wipe with a dry cloth. 4. When you have finished, plug the AC adapter back in to the wall outlet. Cleaning the Lens Use a commercially available l
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CONTENTS a Safe Use of Equipment .......................................................................................... 3 a Important Warnings .................................................................................... 3 a Important Operational Instructions ........................................................... 3 a IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...................................................... 5 Maintenance ................................................................
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Before You Use the Product Checking the Accessories Before you install the Product, check that all the items shown below are included in your product package. If any of these items is missing, contact your Canon dealer. or VC-C4 camera VC-C4R camera Wireless Controller WL-V5 AC adapter PA-V16 AC cable Pin cable l 2 AA-size manganese batteries n Optional Product l Instruction Manual l Wide-angle Converter WL-37 l Warranty Card Cannot be used on the VC-C4R (→ P.13). Nomenclature Camera VC-C4 VC-C4
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Before You Use the Product Wireless Controller Camera ON/OFF button (→ P.21) Switches the camera on and off. ZOOM button (→ P.17) BRIGHT button (→ P.19) Increases or decreases the size of the Adjusts the brightness of the BRIGHT ZOOM subject on the monitor screen. image on the monitor. T • T : Enlarges the subject (zoom in). • + : Brightens the image. W • W : Shrinks the subject (zoom out). • – : Darkens the image. Camera control button (→ P.16, 22) SET/OK button (→ P.20, 22) Used to change
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VC-C4 COMMUNICATION CAMERA Before You Use the Product Installing the Product VC-C4 Installation VC-C4R Installation Install in a flat and stable location. Firmly tighten the 2 screws (not supplied). Mounting plate VC-C4R Screw Screw (Installation) 1 • Distance between tapped holes: 114 mm (4 /2 in.) 7 • Tapped hole diameter: 6 mm ( /32 in.) 1 • Mounting plate thickness: 1 mm ( /16 in.) WARNING Install the camera securely. l When installing the camera on the ceiling, contact your Canon dealer. l
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COMMUNICATION CAMERA f:4-64mm 1:1.4-2.8 VC-C4 Before You Use the Product Using the Wide-angle Converter The optional Wide-angle Converter WL-37 can be used to provide wide-angle shots (approx. 0.74× the normal focal distance). Mount the wide-angle converter correctly so that it is level and fitted securely onto the camera. When mounted correctly, the wide-angle converter should turn roughly 3 times before stopping. Wide-angle Converter WARNING The Wide-angle Converter WL-37 is designed specifica
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Before You Use the Product Turning the Power ON and OFF The VC-C4/VC-C4R camera itself does not have a power switch. You can switch the camera on by plugging the AC adapter into a wall outlet. When power to the camera is switched on, the LED on the camera turns green. If the monitor is switched on, an image appears on the screen. Camera to AC outlet Monitor AC adapter AC cable l Whenever you turn the power on, first press any button on the wireless controller. This initializes the camera head po
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Before You Use the Product Loading the Batteries into the Wireless Controller The wireless controller requires two AA-type batteries. 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert the batteries. n Taking care that the poles (+ and -) are correctly positioned. 3. Replace the battery cover. WARNING Observe the following precautions when handling batteries. Failure to do so could result in the batteries bursting or emitting heat, sparks or corrosive fluid. l Do not throw the batteries into a fire, and do
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Controlling the Camera from the Wireless Controller While the wireless controller buttons are being used, the LED on the camera blinks green (at 0.1-second intervals) (→ P.14). Changing the Camera Head Angle (pan/tilt/home position) Use the procedures below to change the camera head angle. To move the camera head left and right (pan) Press the 4 and 6 buttons. BRIGHT ZOOM T n When pointing the remote control in the direction of the camera W and using it, the image on the monitor moves in the dir
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Controlling the Camera from the Wireless Controller Zooming In/Out (TELE/WIDE) The zoom function increases (zoom in) and decreases (zoom out) the size of the subject on the monitor screen. To zoom in (TELE): BRIGHT ZOOM Press the t side of the button. T n Holding down the button changes the rate of zoom as shown W below. Slow Fast HOME SET/OK CANCEL AF 1 2 3 MF 4 5 6 ∞ 7 8 9 0 ON SCREEN Fn ID MENU To zoom out (WIDE): Press the w side of the button. n Holding down the button changes the rate of z
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Controlling the Camera from the Wireless Controller Focusing (FOCUS) This section describes how to focus on the subject. The VC-C4/VC-C4R has an auto-focus mode, in which the camera automatically focuses on the subject, and a manual focus mode, in which the operator can adjust the focus by hand. To use autofocus mode BRIGHT ZOOM Press the a button. T n The camera focuses automatically. W HOME SET/OK CANCEL AF 1 2 3 MF 4 5 6 ∞ 7 8 9 0 ON SCREEN Fn ID MENU Subjects not suitable for auto-focus The
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Controlling the Camera from the Wireless Controller To fix the focus Press the n button. BRIGHT ZOOM T n This switches auto-focus off and fixes the focus. W To focus on nearby subjects HOME SET/OK CANCEL Press the r button. n This enables switching the camera to manual focus mode while AF 1 2 3 moving the focal point closer to the camera. MF 4 5 6 ∞ n Holding the button down moves the focal point closer to the 7 8 9 camera. 0 ON SCREEN Fn ID MENU To focus on distant subjects Press the e button.
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Controlling the Camera from the Wireless Controller Storing a Preset Camera Position This section describes how to store a camera head angle, zoom position and brightness level. Up to nine (1 to 9) preset positions can be stored. Switching the power off or the camera off does not erase the stored preset positions. To store a position BRIGHT ZOOM 1. Set the camera head angle, zoom position and brightness. T n The focus setting is not stored. W 2. Press the s button. HOME n The LED on the camera b
