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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Canon Communication Camera VC-C50i/VC-C50iR. Please read this Instruction Manual carefully to ensure that you use the Product correctly and safely. Read the “a Safe Use of Equipment” section first and observe these instructions when you use the Product. Features of the VC-C50i/VC-C50iR Communication Camera ■ Genuine Canon 26× optical zoom and 12× digital zoom for high- magnification imaging ■ Capable of shooting at low light levels down to 1 lux ■ Built-
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Introduction Notice This product uses a microcomputer. External radio frequency energy, may cause picture interference, avoid using this product in such a location. Exclusion of Liability If the Product is connected to a recording device (for example a VCR), Canon Inc. accepts no responsibility whatsoever for any financial losses that may be incurred as a result of the loss of recorded information or images, regardless of the internal or external cause of the loss. Copyright Information Video or
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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 a accompanying the equipment. a Important Warnings a CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVERS. 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 the sam
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a Safe Use of Equipment a Important Operational Instructions a WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. a CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. FDA regulation This equipment has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use as a medical device. When incorporated into a system with medical applications, FDA regulations may apply. Consult
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a Safe Use of Equipment FCC NOTICE COMMUNICATION CAMERA, Model: PT-50iN/PT-50iNR/PT-50iP/PT-50iPR 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
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a Safe Use of Equipment a IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions, the word serious injury to a child or adult, and “equipment” refers to the Canon serious damage to the equipment. An communication camera VC-C50i/VC-C50iR equipment and cart combination should and all its accessories. be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces 1. Read Instructions - All the safety and may cause the equipment and cart operating instructions should be read combination t
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a Safe Use of Equipment antenna discharge unit, connection to parts that could result in a fire or grounding electrodes, and requirements electric shock. Be careful not to spill for the grounding electrode. See figure liquid of any kind onto the equipment. 1. 17. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this equipment yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to fig-1 dangerous voltage or other hazards. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Refer all servicing to
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a Safe Use of Equipment 20. Safety Check - Upon completion of any - Do not attempt to recharge the service or repairs to this equipment, ask batteries. the service technician to perform safety - Do not use batteries other than those checks to determine that the equipment specified for use with the equipment. is in safe operating order. 25. Please observe the following when 21. Do not install the equipment in the handling the batteries. Failure to do so following locations as this can cause a ma
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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. aWARNING 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
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CONTENTS a Safe Use of Equipment .......................................................................................... 4 a Important Warnings ................................................................................... 4 a Important Operational Instructions .......................................................... 5 a IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................... 7 Maintenance .....................................................................
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Before You Use the Product Checking the Camera and Its 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-C50i camera VC-C50iR camera Multiconnector AC adapter PA-V16 AC cable Plug (NTSC model only) (NTSC model only) ● Instruction Manual ■ Optional Product ● Warranty Card (NTSC model only) ● Wireless Controller WL-V5 (→ P.19) ● Wide-angle Converter WL-37 (→ P.14)
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Before You Use the Product Installing the Product VC-C50i Installation VC-C50iR Installation Install in a flat and stable location. Firmly tighten the 2 screws (not supplied). Mounting plate VC-C50iR Screw Screw (Installation) • Distance between tapped holes: 114 mm (4.49 in.) • Tapped hole diameter: 6 mm (0.24 in.) • Mounting plate thickness: 1 mm (0.04 in.) aWARNING Install the camera securely. ● When installing the camera on the ceiling, contact your Canon dealer. ● When installing the camera
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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 aWARNING The Wide-angle Converter WL-37 cannot be used on the VC-C50iR. If the converter is used on the VC
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B1 B10 A10 B1 B10 A10 B1 B10 A10 Before You Use the Product Connecting to the Multiconnector Use the procedure below to plug leads (AWG No.28-18) into the multiconnector plug. 1. Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver all the way into the slot next to the lead fastening hole. ■ The inside of the lead fastening hole opens. 2. With the screwdriver still inserted, push the end of the lead into the lead fastening hole. Lead 3. Holding the lead securely so that it does not come out of the lead fastening ho
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Before You Use the Product Multiconnector Pin Layout A1 Y GND Y OUT B1 A2 C GND C OUT B2 A3 RTS OUT CTS OUT B3 B1 B10 A4 TX OUT RX OUT B4 A5 GND GND B5 A6 RTS IN CTS IN B6 A1 A10 A7 TX IN RX IN B7 A8 Light_ON/OFF- Light_ON/OFF+ B8 A9 Alarm_- Alarm_+ B9 A10 Sensor_- Sensor_+ B10 Input/ Item Pin No. Pin name Signal direction Notes Output S-video out S-video luminance output A1 Y GND Output ⇒ MONITOR GND B1 Y OUT Output ⇒ MONITOR S-video luminance output S-video chroma output A2 C GND Output ⇒ MONI
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Before You Use the Product Input/ Item Pin No. Pin name Signal direction Notes Output External lighting External lighting switch A8 Light_ON/OFF- Output Current input control signal 50V/200mA (max.) External lighting switch B8 Light_ON/OFF+ Output Current output 50V/200mA (max.) Alarm control Alarm control 50V/ A9 Alarm_- Output Current input signal 200mA (max.) Alarm control 50V/ B9 Alarm_+ Output Current output 200mA (max.) External sensor A10 Sensor_- Input Current input GND input Pull-up to
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Before You Use the Product Turning the Power ON and OFF The VC-C50i/VC-C50iR camera 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. to AC outlet Camera Monitor AC adapter AC cable ● Whenever you turn the camera on, the first use of the PC or wireless controller to control the camera initializes the cam
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Controlling the Camera from the Wireless Controller The Wireless Controller WL-V5 is optional. While the wireless controller buttons are being used, the LED on the camera blinks green (at 0.1-second intervals). Nomenclature Camera ON/OFF button (→ P.26) Switches the camera on and off. ZOOM button (→ P.22) BRIGHT button (→ P.24) 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
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Controlling the Camera from the Wireless Controller Loading the Batteries into the Wireless Controller The wireless controller requires two AA-type batteries. 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert the batteries. ■ Taking care that the poles (+ and –) are correctly positioned. 3. Replace the battery cover. aWARNING Observe the following precautions when handling batteries. Failure to do so could result in the batteries bursting or emitting heat, sparks or corrosive fluid. ● Do not throw the batt
