Installation Guide Color CCTV Camera WV-CW594A Model No. Rain wash coating Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. The model number is abbreviated in some descriptions in this manual.
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WARNING: UL listed model No. • All work related to the installation of this product should WV-CW594A be made by qualified service personnel or system installers. For Canada • The connections should comply with local electrical code. This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Important safety instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 6) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
AND/OR THE CORRESPONDING PRODUCT (S). Disclaimer of warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd.BE LIABLE TO ANY PARTY OR ANY PERSON, EXCEPT FOR REPLACEMENT OR REASONABLE MAINTENANCE OF THE PRODUCT, FOR THE CASES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO BELOW: (1) ANY DAMAGE AND LOSS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR EXEMPLARY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE PRODUCT;...
Features ment routines for automatic playback. For example, Super Dynamic 6 (SUPER-D6) you can set the camera the movements of the people SUPER-D6 can capture clear images of subjects to be monitored, by replaying the stored parameters whose illumination is extremely different. complicated movements are done automatically.
Precautions forcibly bend the power cable. Do not place heavy The following points as well as the contents of "Warning" and "Caution" shall be observed. objects. Keep away from heat sources. Use of the damaged power cable may cause electric Refer installation work to the dealer.
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To keep on using with stable performance have deteriorated and it may cause discoloration. Even when changing the fixed shooting direction after Parts of this product may deteriorate and it may shorten continuously shooting a spotlight for a certain period, the lifetime of this product when using in locations subject the discoloration may remain.
Major operating controls Alarm Input Connector Alarm Output Connector Video Output Connector Data Port (RS485) Camera Safety Power Cable Wire Attachment Pipe Front Sun Shield (provided) Housing Base Rear Sun Shield (provided) OPEN LOCK This part cannot LOCK removed. Sun Shield (pre-attached at factory) Lens The lens cannot replaced.
"Warning" and "Caution" shall be observed. • Locations where a chemical agent is used such as a swimming pool. Panasonic assumes no responsibility for injuries or • Locations subject to steam and oil smoke such as a property damage resulting from failures arising out kitchen, Locations near flammable gas or vapor.
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Take notice of humidity. Check before connection Install this product when the humidity is low. If this Compatibility of devices are restricted. Before product is installed during rainfall or at a high humidity, connections, check the ratings and dimensions of the the inside may be exposed to moisture and the dome devices to be used.
DIP switch settings Important: • Before setting up the camera for a configuration where the camera's data port (RS485) is used for camera control (pan, tilt, etc.) by the system controller, the camera's DIP switches must be configured to specify the unit number and communication parameters.
■ Unit Number (DIP Switch 1) The factory default settings of these DIP switches are all OFF. (Coaxial Multiplex System) Configuration for using Panasonic Protocol Unit Unit Unit DIP Switch 1 DIP Switch 1 DIP Switch 1 Number Number Number...
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Note: • When using the Unit Number 1 to 96 of Panasonic Protocol and using the Unit Number 32 to 254 of Pelco-D protocol, the unit number setting needs to be configured using the RS485 SET UP menu. For details about configuring this setting, refer to the operating instructions (PDF).
■ RS485 Communication Parameters (DIP Switch 1) Configuring DIP Switch 1 as shown below resets communication parameters to their factory default settings. You can then change the settings as desired. DIP Switch 1 Setting Description This setting resets communication parameters to the factory default settings. BAUD RATE : 19 200 bit/s, DATA BIT : 8 bit, PARITY CHECK : NONE, STOP BIT : 1 bit BAUD RATE : 9 600 bit/s, DATA BIT : 8 bit, PARITY CHECK : NONE, STOP BIT : 1 bit BAUD RATE : 4 800 bit/s, DATA BIT : 8 bit, PARITY CHECK : NONE, STOP BIT : 1 bit...
Installation Precautions • Make sure that the place you are installing the camera is strong enough to support it. If it is not strong enough, then the camera may fall and hurt someone. • The following steps of installation and connection work should be done by qualified service personnel or system installers and should conform to all local codes.
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STEP 2 To separate the housing base from the camera, turn the housing base to the direction of the arrow as illustrated. (Refer to the illustration in Step 1). Cables STEP 3 Remove the attachment pipe from the housing base by loosening 4 screws.
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(2) Be sure to hook the camera safety wire into the bracket. STEP 8 Attach the front and rear sunshields (accessory) to the camera. (1) Put the fingers on the dents of the front and rear Camera Safety Wire sun-shields to detach the hooks on both sides. The sun-shield will be divided into two parts.
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STEP 11 Important: • Joint both sides of the front and rear sunshields After the installation is completed, remove the tape before fitting in the main sunshield. wrapped around the camera while holding the • Do not trap the safety wire inside. Protection Cover, and then take off the Protection •...
Connections Cautions: • FOR UL LISTED MODEL(S), ONLY CONNECT THIS TO 24 V AC CLASS 2 POWER SUPPLY. • Be sure to connect the grounding lead to the GND terminal. Precautions • The following connections should be made by qualified service personnel or system installers in accordance with all local codes.
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Alarm In/Out Ratings Alarm In : 5 V DC pull-up input. Drive capacity of at • 24 V AC Power Supply Connection lease 0.2 mA required. Recommended wire gauge sizes for 24 V AC line OFF : 4 V to 5 V DC, or open Copper wire size ON : 1 V DC or less, or short (AWG)
Troubleshooting Before requesting service, check the following symptoms to see if you can solve the problem yourself. If the countermeasures described below do not correct the problem, or if the symptoms you are experiencing are not covered here, contact a quality service person or system installer. Problem Cause and Recommended Action Reference Pages...
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Problem Cause and Recommended Action Reference Pages Operating • Check the white balance setting. Instructions Operating • Use the special setup menu to adjust picture quality. Instructions Poor picture color • Is the dome cover or lens of the camera dirty? If so, clean them.
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Problem Cause and Recommended Action Reference Pages Black line appears in • Whether or not the connected system unit is set as the image multiplex vertical driver (VD2)? Operating Menu settings will not • Is the password lock function turned on? change.
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Problem Cause and Recommended Action Reference Pages The camera movement modes (OFF, SEQ, Operating SORT, AUTOPAN, • Check the self return function. Instructions PATROL, AUTOTRACK) setting changes. Camera position is Operating different from the • Perform REFRESH from the special setup menu. Instructions preset position setting.
■ Main Functions Controller Interface Coaxial Multiplex System, RS485 Control Functions Pan and tilt, zoom and focus, 256 preset positions, home position, patrol ON (LOW), ON (MID), ON (HIGH), OFF Title (ID) ON, OFF (Preset ID, camera ID, area title: 16 alphanumeric characters) Zoom Limit 1x to 720x (Over 36x is digital zoom) Password Lock...
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Panasonic System Communications Company of North America, Unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America www.panasonic.com/business/ For customer support, call 1.800.528.6747 Three Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 U.S.A. Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 Canada (905)624-5010 www.panasonic.ca...