Installation Guide Color CCTV Camera WV-CF634 Model No: WV-CF624 This illustration represents WV-CF624. 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: • To prevent fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. • The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus. • All work related to the installation of this product should be made by qualified service personnel or system installers.
Contents Important safety instructions ......................4 Limitation of liability ......................... 5 Disclaimer of warranty ........................5 Preface ............................6 About notations ..........................6 Features ............................6 About the user manuals ........................7 Trademarks and registered trademarks ................... 7 Precautions ............................ 8 Precautions for installation ......................10 Major operating controls and their functions .................
Important safety instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
ERRORS. CHANGES ARE ADDED TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN, AT ANY TIME, FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS OF THIS PUBLICATION 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:...
The following notations are used when describing the functions limited for specific models. The functions without the notations are supported by all models. : The functions with this notation are available when using the model WV-CF634. CF634 : The functions with this notation are available when using the model WV-CF624.
About the user manuals The operating instructions of the camera consist of 2 sets: this book and operating instructions (PDF). This book explains how to install the camera. Refer to the "Operation Instructions (PDF)" on the provided CD-ROM for descriptions of how to ® ® ® perform the unit settings. Adobe Reader is required to read PDF.
Precautions Refer installation work to the dealer. This product shall be installed in a vibra- tion-free place. Installation work requires technique and experi- ences. Otherwise injury or damage to this Failure to observe this may cause screws and product may result. bolts to be loosened and consequently to fall Be sure to consult the dealer.
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[Precautions for use] Smear Bright subject This product is designed to be used indoors. This product is not operable outdoors. This product has no power switch. When turning off the power, turn off a circuit breaker. Blooming To keep on using with stable performance Cleaning this product body Parts of this product may deteriorate and it Turn the power off when cleaning this product.
Precautions for installation Panasonic assumes no responsibility for • Locations where the temperature is not injuries or property damage resulting from within –10 °C to +50 °C {14°F to 122°F}. failures arising out of improper installation • Locations subject to vibrations (This product or operation inconsistent with this docu- is not designed for on-vehicle use.)
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Locally procure the screws Screws are not supplied with this product. Prepare the screws according to the material, structure, strength and other factors of the mounting area and the total weight of objects to be mounted. Screw tightening • The screws and bolts must be tightened with an appropriate tightening torque according to the material and strength of the installation area.
Major operating controls and their functions < (This illustration represents WV-CF634.) • [SET]: Press this button in the menu to confirm 1 Video output connector the selected value or function. In addition, this Transmits composite video signals. button is used to open submenus.
Preparations When installing the camera on a wall or ceiling, two are two methods as specified below. • Use the one-gang junction box • Installing the camera directly on a wall or ceiling • Using the optional ceiling mount bracket WV-Q174 (for embedded installation on a ceiling) Important: • Procure 2 screws (M4) to secure the camera to a wall or ceiling according to the material of the installation area. Do not use wood screws and nails. For mounting a camera on a concrete wall or ceiling, use an anchor bolt (M4) for securing.
About the side cable access hole If you choose not to drill hole in the wall or ceiling, but to wire the camera with the cable exposed, cut the cable access hole on the side Side cable of the dome cover to provide a cable entry. access hole Precautions when wiring from the side: • Remove the dust guard cap. Run the cable...
Installation template label (accessory) Side cable access hole Cable mounting hole in ceiling or wall Screws (M4, locally procured) Connections Caution: • ONLY CONNECT WV-CF634, WV-CF624 TO 24V AC OR 12V DC CLASS 2 POWER SUPPLY. Connect the video output Important: Video output connector Power cord • Be sure to turn off the power of each device before connecting. • Be sure to secure the coaxial cable connectors.
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Important: • The power supply of 24 V AC/12 V DC shall be insulated against 120 V AC. • The power supply is automatically switchover either 24 V AC or 12 V DC. No setting is required with this camera. Cable length and wire gauge 24 V AC The recommended cable length and wire gauge are shown in the table for reference. The voltage supplied to the power terminals of the camera should be within 19.5 V AC and 28 V AC. The recommended wire size for 24 V AC power cord is shown below: Copper wire size (AWG)
Installation Installation of camera Turn off the power of all related devices before installation. 1 Remove the camera dome cover. 2 Connect all cables. If necessary, bind the cable with cable tie (locally procured). 3 Install the camera (The illustration below shows installation using a gang junction box (locally procured) ).
Adjustment 1 Connect the ∅3.5 mm miniature plug (mono channel) to the adjustment monitor output jack. Important: • T his video output is intended for confirmation of view angle, etc. during installation or repair service, and not for recording or monitoring. Note: • Video cannot be output through the video output cable after connecting the adjustment monitor.
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Adjustment of azimuth azimuth adjuster Adjust the azimuth by rotating the azimuth adjuster. (adjustable range: ±100 °) Rotation Rotation angle: -100 º angle: +100 º Note: • Adjust azimuth so that the image top mark is facing “∆” to display the image properly rather than upside-down. TOP mark Image top mark Image top mark...
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Zoom and focus adjustment Perform the zoom and focus adjustments at the same time as pan and tilt adjustments (Step 2). Note: • If the camera is used in near-horizontal position, the shadow of the dome cover may appear in the image. Adjustment on <...
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• Place where the lens easily becomes dirty • Subject with less contrast such as white wall • Subject with remarkable depth • Subject with heavy flicker • Subject with horizontally parallel lines such as a shutter <Adjustment on WV-CF634> Loosen the zoom knob and adjust to the best view angle between TELE and WIDE. Note: • The focus may not be adjusted smoothly when the zoom adjustment ring is extremely close to the end of W direction (T direction). At this time, slightly adjust the zoom adjustment ring towards the T direction (W direction), and then adjust the focus.
Attaching the dome cover Mark Align the mark with [|] on the dome cover, and then install the dome cover. Mark [|] Adjust the orientation of the dome cover. Mark Turn the enclosure clockwise so that the mark aligns with [||]. Turn the dome cover to the left or right while viewing the monitor so that the light is not blocked.
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Fix the dome cover and camera body with the dome cover fixing screw (M3). (Recommended torque: 0.59 N·m {0.43 lbf·ft}) Dome cover fixing screw (M3) After finishing the installation, completely peel off the protection sheet that had been retained on the camera. AF button Press the [AF] button again to adjust the focus.
Setup menu Performing each setting item in the setup menu should be completed in advance to use this unit. Perform the settings for each item in accordance with the conditions of the camera shooting area. List of setup menu Setup item Description This item specifies the camera title.
The operations in the setup menu are performed with the operation buttons after calling up the setup menu on the connected video monitor. The description below explains how to operate the setup menu basically. Screenshots of WV-CF634 are shown as an example. Screenshot 1 Step 1...
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Screenshot 3 Step 4 The selected setup screen in the setup menu Perform the settings for each item. appears on the screen. Selection of setting item: • Press the [UP] button or [DOWN] button to move the cursor. **CAMERA SETUP** SCENE1 • Change of settings: ALC/ELC...
Screen transition diagram CF634 Top screen "CAMERA ID" screen MODEL WV-CF634 **CAMERA ID** CAMERA ID 0123456789 CAMERA ABCDEFGHIJKLM SYSTEM NOPQRSTUVWXYZ ().,'":;&#!?= BACK-FOCUS +-*/%$ SPECIAL LANGUAGE SPACE POSI RET TOP END RESET ....SETUP DISABLE "CAMERA SETUP" screen **CAMERA SETUP** SCENE1...
Screen transition diagram CF624 Top screen "CAMERA ID" screen MODEL WV-CF624 **CAMERA ID** CAMERA ID 0123456789 CAMERA ABCDEFGHIJKLM SYSTEM NOPQRSTUVWXYZ SPECIAL ().,'":;&#!?= LANGUAGE +- */%$ SPACE POSI RET TOP END RESET ....SETUP DISABLE "CAMERA SETUP" screen **CAMERA SETUP** SCENE1 ALC/ELC SHUTTER ON(HIGH)
Troubleshooting Before asking for repairs, confirm the causes with the following table. Contact your dealer if a problem cannot be solved even after checking and trying the solution in the table or a problem is not described below. Cause/solution Reference page Symptom • Are the power cord and coaxial cable connected appropriately?
Specifications WV-CF634 WV-CF624 Power source 24 V AC 60 Hz, 12 V DC Power consumption 24 V AC: 2.5 W, 12 V DC: 220 mA Image sensor 1/3-type interline transfer CCD Effective pixels 976 (H)×494 (V) Scanning area 4.8 mm (H)×3.6 mm (V) {3/16 inches (H)×5/32 inches (V)}...
WV-CF634 WV-CF624 Day&Night (IR) AUTO1/AUTO2/ON/OFF Video motion detection OFF/MOTION DETECTION /SCENE CHANGE Number of scene file Privacy zone ON (1)/ON (2)/OFF Image stabilizer ON/OFF Electronic zoom ON (up to 2x)/OFF Upside-down ON/OFF Lens distortion correction 0 to 255 Back-focus setup ABF/MANUAL CF634 Values of mass and dimensions are approximate. The specification is subject to change without notice.
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