Sanyo Digital Camera VCB 3374 User Guide

INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
VCB-3374  
B/W CCD Camera  
About this manual  
Before installing and using the camera, please read this manual carefully. Be sure to  
keep it handy for later reference.  
 
Depending on the conditions of use,  
installation and environment, please be  
sure to make the appropriate settings and  
adjustments. If you need help with  
installation and/or settings, please consult  
your dealer.  
FEATURES  
Built-in interline transfer method 1/3"  
CCD, approx. 410,000 picture elements  
Low smear, anti-blooming, low lag, no  
burning and no geometric distortion  
using the CCD solid state image device.  
100% solid state components giving  
excellent immunity to shock and  
vibration  
Not subject to interference from  
magnetic or electrostatic fields  
High sensitivity, minimum required  
illumination of 0,1 lux with F1.2 lens  
Horizontal resolution, more than 570 TV  
lines  
New backlight compensation function  
(Active when using an auto-iris lens)  
Externally adjustable flange back  
(mechanical focus)  
CONTENTS  
INFORMATION TO USER ..................................2  
PRECAUTIONS...................................................3  
PARTS NAMES...................................................4  
MOUNTING THE LENS......................................6  
POWER SUPPLY.................................................8  
CONNECTIONS..................................................9  
SETTINGS.........................................................10  
TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................12  
SPECIFICATIONS .............................................13  
Low power consumption and quick start  
24 V AC operation  
(Commarcially available 24 V AC  
adaptor)  
ACCESSORIES  
1 C mount adaptor (5 mm)................1 pc.  
The C mount adaptor must be used to  
be able to install a C mount lens on the  
camera.  
2 Lens iris plug (4-pin) ........................1 pc.  
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INFORMATION TO USER  
This equipment has been tested and  
Safety Guard  
found to comply with the limits for a  
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part  
15 of the FCC Rules.  
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT  
THERE ARE IMPORTANT  
OPERATING AND  
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS  
IN THE LITERATURE  
These limits are designed to provide  
reasonable protection against harmful  
interference in a residential installation.  
This equipment generates, uses, and  
can radiate radio frequency energy and,  
if not installed and used in accordance  
with the instructions, may cause  
harmful interference to radio  
ACCOMPANYING THIS UNIT.  
WARNING:  
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR  
ELECTRIC SHOCK , DO NOT EXPOSE  
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR  
MOISTURE.  
communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that  
interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this equipment does  
cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be  
determined by turning the equipment  
off and on, the user is encouraged to  
try to correct the interference by one or  
more of the following measures:  
– Reorient or relocate the receiving  
antenna.  
– Increase the separation between the  
equipment and receiver.  
For the customers in Canada  
This Class B digital apparatus complies  
with Canadian ICES-003.  
Pour la clientèle canadienne  
– Connect the equipment into an  
outlet on a circuit different from that  
to which the receiver is connected.  
Cet appareil numerique de la Classe B  
est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du  
Canada.  
– Consult the dealer or an experienced  
radio/TV technician for help.  
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.  
This installation should be made by a  
qualified service person and should  
conform to all local codes.  
Changes or modifications not expressly  
approved by Sanyo may void the user’s  
authority to operate this camera.  
 
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PRECAUTIONS  
In case of problem  
Protect from high temperatures  
Do not use the camera if smoke or a  
strange odour comes from the unit, or if it  
seems not to function correctly. Disconnect  
the power cord immediately, and consult  
your dealer (or a Sanyo Authorized Service  
Centre).  
Do not install close to stoves, or other heat  
generating devices, such as spotlights, etc.,  
or where it could be subject to direct  
sunlight, as that could cause deformation,  
discoloration or other damages.  
Be careful when installing close to the  
ceiling, in a kitchen or boiler room, as the  
temperature may raise to high levels.  
Do not open or modify  
Do not open the cabinet, as it may be  
dangerous and cause damage to the unit.  
For internal settings and repairs, consult  
your dealer (or a Sanyo Authorized Service  
Centre).  
Install where the temperature range will  
stay between –10˚C and 50˚C.  
(no condensation)  
Cleaning  
Dirt can be removed from the cabinet  
by wiping it with a soft cloth. To  
remove stains, wipe with a soft cloth  
moistened with a soft detergent  
solution and wrung dry, then wipe dry  
with dry soft cloth.  
Do not use benzine, thinner or other  
chemical product on the cabinet, as that  
may cause deformation and paint  
peeling. Before using a chemical cloth,  
make sure to read all accompanying  
instructions. Make sure that no plastic  
or rubber material comes in contact  
with the cabinet for a long period of  
time, as that may cause damage or  
paint peeling.  
Do not put objects inside the unit  
Make sure that no metal objects or  
flammable substance get inside the camera.  
If used with a foreign object inside, it could  
cause a fire, short-circuits or damages.  
If water or a liquid gets inside the camera,  
disconnect the power cord immediately,  
and consult your dealer (or a Sanyo  
Authorized Service Centre). Be careful to  
protect the camera from rain, sea water,  
etc.  
Be careful when handling the unit  
To prevent damages, do not drop the  
camera or subject it to strong shock or  
vibration.  
Install away from electric or  
magnetic fields  
If installed close to a TV, radio transmitter,  
magnet, electric motor, transformer, audio  
speakers the magnetic field they generate  
will distort the image.  
Protect from humidity and dust  
To prevent damages to the camera, do not  
install it where there is greasy smoke or  
steam, where the dampness may get too  
high, or where there is a lot of dust.  
 
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PARTS NAMES  
Video output connector (VIDEO OUT: BNC type)  
Connect this connector to a device such as a VCR or monitor  
with a VIDEO IN connector.  
Line phase adjustment screw (LINE PHASE)  
When using two cameras or more, the image on the  
monitor may roll vertically when switching sources. This  
rolling can be minimized by turning this screw.  
24 V AC input terminal (24 V AC, GND)  
External sync composite video signal input connector  
(VS IN: BNC type)  
Connect to this connector the synchronizing signal output  
from a synchronizing signal device or the composite signal of  
a video distributor.  
Power indicator (POWER)  
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1
3
2
Comes on when the power to the camera is on.  
Lens mount cap  
1
The cap is installed to protect the lens mount section.  
Remove the lens mount cap before installing a lens (sold  
separately).  
Camera installation bracket  
The bracket can be fixed at the top or bottom of the  
camera. When fixing the bracket, be sure to use the longer  
screws and install the shorter screws on the opposite side to  
seal the openings.  
1 Shorter screws: M3 x 4  
2 Longer screws: M3 x 6  
3 Camera mounting  
screw hole: 1/4"-20  
UNC  
CAUTION:  
When installing the camera support, select a location  
that can support the total weight of the camera and  
accessories.  
 
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PARTS NAMES  
Lens iris output connector (4 pin)  
This 4-pin connector is used to send the DC control signal  
and power supply to an auto-iris type lens.  
Camera setup section (under the cover)  
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2
3
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This unit factory settings are as indicated below. These  
settings are for when using a 1/3 inch CS mount DC  
(without EE internal amplifier) type lens. However, if due to  
installation conditions or environment the settings may need  
to be modified for best results (see "SETTINGS"). To access  
the controls, remove the cover fixing screw, then remove the  
cover.  
Control name  
Position  
OFF  
Electronic iris (EI)/  
Backlight compensation (BLC)  
switch  
a
c
VR401  
L
E
V
E
L
Auto-iris lens switch  
(A.I. LENS)  
DC  
EI  
b
c
L
H
ON  
OFF  
ON  
DC  
VIDEO  
BLC  
A. I.  
LENS  
Lens iris level volume (LEVEL)  
about centre  
Note:  
a b  
The EI/BLC switch is used for an auto-iris lens, therefore  
the two settings cannot be used simultaneously.  
When using a 1/2 or 2/3 inch C mount VIDEO (with EE  
internal amplifier) auto-iris type lens, set the A.I. LENS  
switch to the VIDEO position.  
 
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Flange-back adjustment screw (FLANGE BACK ADJ.)  
Flange-back lock screw (FLANGE BACK LOCK)  
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Flange-back adjustment  
If the pick-up surface is not correctly positioned with relation  
to the lens focal point, the picture will be out of focus (in  
particular when using auto-iris power zoom lenses, sold  
separately). If that is the case, adjust the flange-back position  
as described below.  
ADJ.  
LOCK  
2
1
3
1 Using a + screwdriver, loosen the FLANGE BACK LOCK  
screw (M2:+).  
Set the zoom lens to the maximum telephoto position,  
set the focus using the focus ring on the lens.  
2 Set the zoom lens to the maximum wide angle position,  
set the focus using the FLANGE BACK ADJ. screw.  
3 Repeat steps 2 and 3, until the image stays in focus when  
changing from a telephoto shot to a wide angle shot.  
When the setting is complete, tighten the FLANGE  
BACK LOCK screw.  
MOUNTING THE LENS  
Check the lens mount  
Do not use a lens if the length “L” is more than 7 mm.  
That may damage the camera and prevent proper  
installation.  
L
Installation of a DC type auto-iris lens (sold  
separately)  
A 1/3 inch CS mount type lens without EE amplifier circuit  
that only uses a DC power source. This camera can receive  
(the A.I. LENS switch to the DC type) a CS mount type lens  
without the need of an adaptor.  
If the lens plug shape or wiring does not correspond, please  
install the supplied plug as indicated in the pin layout table.  
 
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MOUNTING THE LENS  
Installation of a VIDEO type auto-iris lens  
(sold separately)  
A 1/2 or 2/3 inch C mount type lens with EE amplifier circuit  
that uses the video signal and a DC power source.  
2 (A)  
(B)  
1 Remove the lens mount cap.  
2 Attach the supplied C mount adaptor (A) to the  
auto-iris lens (B), then install the assembly on the camera.  
3 Connect the lens plug to the LENS connector on the side  
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of the camera.  
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2
3
If the lens plug shape or wiring does not correspond to  
the specifications below, connect the supplied plug as  
indicated.  
When using lenses from other makers, make sure that  
the pins connections in the plug correspond to the  
ones of the camera.  
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Refer to the lens specifications to check the pins  
connections in the plug.  
If they are different than indicated, remove the original  
plug and connect the supplied plug according to the  
diagram.  
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4 Set the A.I. LENS switch in the camera setup section to  
the VIDEO position.  
DC  
VIDEO  
Pin layout  
DC type lenses  
Brake coil (–)  
VIDEO type lenses  
+12 V DC (50 mA max.)  
Not used  
1
2
3
Brake coil (+)  
Drive coil (+)  
Video output (1.0 Vp-p, high  
impedance)  
Drive coil (–)  
Ground (for video signal and DC  
power)  
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Compatible auto-iris lenses  
1/3 inch Sanyo DC type lens  
1/2 or 2/3 inch VIDEO type lens  
Standard angle, f= 9 mm  
VCL-CS8LY: Standard angle, f= 8 mm  
VCL-CS4LY: Wide angle,  
f= 4 mm  
Telephoto angle, f= 12 mm  
VCL-CS2LY: Ultra-wide angle, f= 2.8 mm  
More telephoto angle,  
f= 16 mm  
If using a VIDEO type auto-iris lens  
Set the ALC and LEVEL controls on the lens to adjust the iris. Normally the ALC volume  
should be turned all the way to Av (Average).  
Depending on the type of lens used, the lens may not perform properly. In such a case,  
adjust the LEVEL volume on the lens casing to correct.  
POWER SUPPLY  
With this camera use only the 24 V AC power adaptor  
model No. VPT-115 available from Sanyo.  
Power supply connections  
Use a 3 wire grounded cable (22 AWG or more), and  
connect as shown by the illustration.  
GND  
AC  
AC  
CAUTION:  
To prevent camera and/or AC adaptor failure, pay  
close attention to polarity when making the  
connections.  
To prevent fire hazard any UL listed wire rated VW-1,  
should be used for the 24 V AC cable input terminal.  
 
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CONNECTIONS  
Basic connection for monitoring or recording  
(A)  
1
The peripheral devices (VCR, monitor, lens, etc.) and  
cables are sold separately.  
1 Make the video signal connection between the camera  
and the monitor or time lapse VCR.  
2
2 Insert the plug of this power cord into a wall outlet.  
The POWER indicator (A) will light. Adjust the picture on  
the monitor using the Brightness and Contrast controls.  
Coaxial cable type and maximum length  
Cable type RG-59U, 100 m maximum.  
Cable type RG-39U, 200 m maximum.  
CAUTION:  
The RG-59U type cable should not be run through electrical  
conduits or through the air.  
(Video signal connections)  
: VIDEO IN  
: VIDEO OUT  
 
SETTINGS  
VR401  
L
E
V
E
L
EI  
L
H
ON  
OFF  
ON  
DC  
VIDEO  
BLC  
A. I.  
LENS  
Electronic iris function setting  
EI  
Use a manual or fixed iris lens and set the lens aperture to the  
shortest F stop. Set the EI/BLC switch to EI-ON position.  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
Note:  
BLC  
Please refer to the specifications for dynamic range of the electronic  
iris.  
CAUTION:  
The electronic iris is suitable for normal indoor use. When the EI/BLC switch is set to the  
EI-ON position, do not use an auto-iris lens.  
If used under fluorescent light, the image may flicker. In such a case, change to  
incandescent lighting or set the EI/BLC switch to the OFF position and use an auto-iris  
lens.  
When shooting bright subjects, pay attention to the light angle in order to avoid or  
minimize the smear phenomenon effect.  
When using an auto-iris lens (for indoor/outdoor use)  
Set the EI/BLC switch to the OFF position.  
CAUTION:  
If conditions are outside the electronic iris operation range or more than the maximum  
illumination, it will cause saturation of the CCD. In that case, use a manual iris lens.  
Lens iris adjustment  
If using a DC type auto-iris lens, you will need to set the LEVEL  
(VR401) volume when shooting in the conditions described below.  
L (counterclockwise): To decrease the contrast  
VR401  
L
E
V
E
L
H (clockwise): To increase the contrast  
If shooting simultaneously in a dark room and through a bright  
L
H
window.  
If the subject background is extremely bright or dark.  
If the brightness of the picture on the monitor is not correct.  
 
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SETTINGS  
Backlight compensation setting  
EI  
Use an auto-iris lens and set the EI/BLC switch to the BLC-ON  
position, to engage the backlight compensation function.  
Use an auto-iris lens. Set the EI/BLC switch to BLC-ON switch to  
the ON position.  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
BLC  
If using a VIDEO type auto-iris lens  
The ALC volume on the lens should be turned all the way to Av (Average).  
If the backlight compensation function does not compensate properly for the conditions,  
set using the LEVEL volume on the lens.  
CAUTION:  
The electronic iris function and the backlight compensation function cannot operate  
simultaneously.  
LINE PHASE ADJUSTMENT  
When using a camera switcher to connect 2 cameras or more to  
one monitor, there may be a vertical roll of the images when  
switched. In such a case, set as described below.  
Switch the display on the monitor from camera 1 to camera 2.  
Adjust the LINE PHASE volume on camera 2 until the vertical roll  
of the image stops.  
If more than two cameras are used, please repeat this procedure  
for all the cameras.  
CAUTION:  
If the vertical roll cannot be corrected by setting the LINE PHASE  
volume on camera 2, try setting the LINE PHASE volume on  
camera 1. If it still cannot be corrected, please check that the  
polarity of the power cords of all connected devices is correct.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
Before taking the camera for repairs, please check below to make sure that the camera is  
used correctly. If it still does not perform correctly, please consult your dealer or a Sanyo  
Authorized Service Centre.  
No picture on the monitor screen  
Is the power turned on to all connected devices? Is the voltage correct?  
Are all the signal connecting cables correctly connected?  
Is the lighting sufficient?  
Has the lens cap been removed?  
Is the lens type (DC or VIDEO) correctly selected?  
Depending on the type of lens, the A. I. LENS switch must be set accordingly.  
Is the iris control correctly set?  
A: When using a DC type lens, the LEVEL volume (inside the camera casing) should be  
adjusted.  
B: When using a VIDEO type lens, the LEVEL volume (on the lens) should be adjusted.  
The picture is not clear  
Is the monitor correctly adjusted?  
Is the flange-back position correctly set?  
Is the lens focus correctly adjusted?  
Are the lens surfaces clean?  
If there is dust or finger prints on the lens, the image quality will deteriorate. To clean the  
lens use a soft cloth or a commercially available lens cleaning set.  
SERVICE  
This camera is a precision instruments and if treated with care, will provide years of  
satisfactory performance. However, in the event of a problem, the owner is advised not to  
attempt to make repairs or open the cabinet. Servicing should always be referred to your  
dealer or Sanyo Authorized Service Centre.  
 
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Scanning system : EIA standard (525 TV lines, 30 frames/sec.)  
Interlace : PLL 2:1 interlace  
Image device : 1/3 inch solid state image device CCD  
Picture elements : 811 (H) x 508 (V)  
Effective picture elements : 768 (H) x 494 (V)  
Synchronizing system : Line lock/External sync (Automatic switching)  
Resolution : 570 TV lines horizontally, 350 TV lines vertically  
Video output level : 1.0 Vp-p/75 ohms, composite  
Video S/N ratio : More than 50 dB  
Minimum required illumination : Approx. 0.1 lux with a F 1.2 lens,  
(incandescent lighting)  
approx. 0.14 lux with a F 1.4 lens  
Backlight compensation : Manual ON/OFF switching, zone light measuring system  
(Active when using an auto-iris lens)  
Electronic iris function : Manual ON/OFF switching  
Electronic iris range : 0.1 lux to 26,000 (F 1.2, lens)  
0.14 lux to 34,000 (F 1.4, lens)  
Flange-back : 12.5 mm 0.8 mm  
Gamma correction : = 0.45  
Lens mount : CS mount (or C mount with the supplied adaptor)  
Environmental conditions : Temperature: –10˚C ~ +50˚C  
Humidity: less than 90% (no condensation)  
Power supply : 24 V AC, (–4 to +4 V) 60 Hz  
Power consumption : Approx. 3.1 W  
Weight : Approx. 330 g (without lens)  
Dimensions  
56  
108.5  
99.5  
1.5  
VIDEO OUT  
VS IN  
POWER  
45  
SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
GND 24V AC  
LINE  
PHASE  
CLASS2WIRING 24V AC  
11  
1/4”–20 UNC  
28  
12  
22  
Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice or obligations.  
 
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