Hitachi VZ-HD3600A User manual

Introduction
Installation and
Connection
Direct Remote
Control Function
Conguration via
Menus Function
Appendix
Thank you for purchasing this Hitachi camera.
Please read this User's Manual thoroughly and use the camera as instructed.
After reading the User's Manual, store it safely.
User’s Manual
VZ-HD3600A
VZ-HD3650A
VZ-HD3700A
VZ-HD3780A
VZ-HD3600A
VZ-HD3650A
VZ-HD3700A
VZ-HD3780A

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Important Information
For Your Safety
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The camera and AC adapter have the
following caution marks.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Identications of caution marks
This symbol warns the user that
uninsulated voltage within the unit
may have sufcient magnitude to
cause electric shock. Therefore,
it is dangerous to make any kind
of contact with any inside part of
this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that
important literature concerning the
operation and maintenance of this
unit has been included. Therefore,
it should be read carefully to avoid
any problems.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the
manufacture of your camera, safety is a major factor in the design of every
instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too. This page lists important
information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of the camera
and accessory equipment.
1Read these instructions.
2Store these instructions for convenient accessibility.
3Heed all warnings.
4Observe all instructions.
5Do not use the camera near water.
6Clean the camera using only a dry cloth.
7Do not block any ventilation openings. The camera should be placed in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8Do not place the camera near heat sources such as radiators, heat-registering
areas, stoves, or other heat-generating apparatus (including ampliers).
9Protect the power cable and cord from being stepped on or pinched, particularly at
the plugs, power outlets, and where it connects to the camera.
10 Only use the attachments and accessories specied by the manufacturer.
11 Use the camera only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specied by the manufacturer or sold with the camera.
When using a cart to move the camera, use caution to avoid
injury from tip-over.
12 Unplug the camera during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
13 Refer all servicing to qualied servicing personnel. Servicing is required if the
camera is damaged in any way, such as if the power cable, cord, or plug is
damaged, liquid is spilled or foreign objects fall onto the camera, or if the camera is
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or is dropped.
14 Do not drip or splash liquids onto the camera or place the camera near objects lled
with liquid such as vases.
15 Use the equipment (AC adapter) near a power outlet with easy accessibility.

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Cautions on Use of this Product
- Be sure to read this information -
lCautions on use
Do not subject the camera to impact.
• This camera is a precision machine. Take great care that you do not strike
it against a hard object or let it fall.
Do not point directly at the sun.
• If direct sunlight strikes the lens, the camera could malfunction or a re
could occur.
No sand or dust!
• If sand or dust gets inside the camera or the AC adapter, it may cause
damage and/or malfunction.
Heat on surface of product
• The surfaces of the camera and AC adapter will be slightly warm, but this
does not indicate a fault.
Be careful of ambient temperature.
• If the temperature of this camera is too high or too low, normal image
output may not be possible.
Be careful of moisture condensation.
• When you move the camera between places where the difference in
temperatures is great condensation (vapor in air warmed or cooled to water
droplets) could occur on the lens and/or inside the camera. If condensation
occurs on the lens, wipe it off with a soft, dry cloth. Even if the external
surface of camera has dried, condensation may remain inside. Therefore,
turn the camera off and leave it in a dry place for at least 1–2 hours before
using it again.
Do not use the camera near strong radio waves or magnetism.
• If the camera is used near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as a
radio wave tower or electric appliances, noise may be present in the picture
and the camera may not operate normally.
At worst the camera could malfunction.

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lCautions on Storage
Do not store the camera in a very humid or dusty place.
• If dust gets inside the camera, it may malfunction. Under high humidity, the
lens may become moldy, and the camera could become inoperable. We
recommend storing the camera in a box with dessicant when storing in a
closet, etc.
Do not store the camera in a place subject to strong magnetism or
intense vibrations.
• This could cause malfunctions.
lCleaning
Be sure to turn the power off before cleaning the camera.
Cleaning the lens
• Wipe dirt off the lens with a soft, dry cloth.
Cleaning the surface of the camera
• Use soft cloth to gently wipe dirt off the surface of the camera.
Do not use benzene or thinner to clean the surface of the camera.
• The coating of the case could peel off or the case could deteriorate. Wipe
off dirt on the case with a dry soft cloth which has been completely wrung
out. When using a chemical cleaning cloth, follow instructions for use.
lWarnings about Transport
• This camera is a precision device. Transporting the device without using
the packing materials we specify may cause damage to it. If you wish to
transport it again, please use the packing box it was shipped in.
lDisposal of Batteries
• When disposing of batteries, insulate them from each other, such as by
putting Electrical tape on their terminals, and then dispose of them at a
designated location. If you dispose of them with any other conductive
things, such as pieces of metal, it may cause them to short and result in a
re or explosion.

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Regulatory Notice
FCC Statement Warning
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 A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
CAUTION: Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

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Table of Contents
Important Information 2
Cautions on Use of this Product
- Be sure to read this
information -........................... 4
Regulatory Notice ..................... 6
Introduction 9
Features .................................... 9
Checking Accessories ............ 10
Names of Parts ....................... 12
Installation and Connection 18
Installation ............................... 18
Installing it on a Desk or
Table ................................ 18
Mounting on a Tripod
(Sold Separately) .............. 19
Install with Mounting
Screws (Sold Separately) ... 19
Ceiling Installation................ 20
Connections ............................ 22
Connecting to an Electrical
Outlet ................................ 22
Connecting to a Monitor
with an Analog
Component IN Terminal.... 23
Connecting to a Monitor
with an Analog RGB
IN Terminal ....................... 23
Connecting to a Monitor
with a DVI IN Terminal ...... 24
Connecting to a Monitor
with an HD-SDI IN
Terminal ........................... 24
Connecting to an External
Device with an RS-232C ... 25
Connecting Multiple
Cameras to an External
Device............................... 25
Direct Remote Control Function 27
Before Use .............................. 27
Selecting Remote Control
Codes ............................... 27
Turning the Power ON............. 27
Screen Display........................ 28
Panning, Tilting and
Zooming ............................... 30
Panning and Tilting .............. 30
Zooming ............................... 30
Adjusting the Camera ............. 31
Adjusting the Focus Manuall y
(Manual Focus)................ 31
Adjusting the Brightness of
the Image (Exposure) ....... 33
Compensating for
backlight............................ 34
Returning Changed
Settings to their Defaults
(Full Auto).......................... 34
Making Camera Presets ......... 35
Conguration via Menus Function 37
Operating Menus and
Understanding Screens ....... 37
Camera Functions Setup ........ 39

8
Selecting a Shooting Mode
to Match the Conditions
(Program AE).................... 39
Setting the white balance..... 41
Turning the Digital Zoom
On/Off............................... 43
Image Setup............................ 44
This sets the depth of color
(Saturation) ....................... 44
Setting Outline Intensity
(Enhancement) ................. 44
Setting the Black Level
(Pedestal) ......................... 44
Setting the Gamma Level
(Gamma) ........................... 44
Reducing Noise
(NR Setup) ........................ 44
Swivel Setup ........................... 45
Reversing Pan/
Tilt Movement ................... 45
Limiting the Pan/
Tilt Range ......................... 45
Setting the Pan/
Tilt Speed.......................... 45
Initial Setup ............................. 46
Setting the Output Format
(Color System).................. 46
Reverting All Menu
Settings to their Initial
Setup (Reset).................... 46
Appendix 47
Troubleshooting....................... 47
Menu Structure ....................... 51
Preset Items and Retained
Settings................................ 53
Software License
Information........................... 54
Main Specications................. 60
Dimensional Drawing .......... 61
VIDEO OUT
(DVI-I) terminal ................ 65
RS-232C IN terminal............ 66
RS-232C OUT terminal........ 66
RS-422 terminal................... 66
RS-422 Connection Wiring
Diagram ............................ 67
Using RS-422 terminal
block connectors .............. 68
Warranty And After-Service.... 69

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Introduction
Features
Equipped with a High Resolution HD CMOS Image
Sensor
As it is equipped with a Hi-Vision 1/2.8 type 2 megapixel CMOS image
sensor, the camera can shoot in Hi-Vision.
Optical 10x Zoom (40x with Digital Zoom)
The zoom lens has a horizontal FOV angle ranging from 7.8° at Wide to 70°
at Tele, allowing it to shoot over a wide range, from wide-angle to telephoto.
Its digital zoom function lets it take telephoto shots at 40x.
Multiple Video Output Interfaces
The VZ-HD3600A has a DVI-I (VIDEO OUT) terminal and supports both
digital and analog output.
The VZ-HD3650A has an HD-SDI (High Denition Serial Digital Interface)*
output, suitable for long distance transmission.
The VZ-HD3700/3780A has both DVI-I and HD-SDI* terminals.
*SMPTE292M standard compliant serial digital interface.
Pan / Tilt Mechanism
A direct drive motor powers the pan/tilt mechanism, which allows quick and
quiet pan/tilt operation.
Equipped with 32 Presets
The system can remember multiple congurations, such as pan, tilt and
zoom positions, as well as various camera function settings. Up to 32
presets can be saved and recalled using the remote control, or up to 127
presets when using the external control function.
External Control Function
Various camera functions can be controlled externally via a serial interface,
either an RS-232C or for long distance connection, an RS-422.
Introduction

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Introduction
Checking Accessories
After you open the package be sure to check that the following accessories
are inside.
AC adapter
Connects to the
camera.
Power cord
Connects the AC
adapter to an outlet.
Remote control
RS-422 terminal block
connector
Used to make a
connection cable when
using RS-422.
Two AAA batteries
For the remote control.
Ceiling mount xture
(VZ-HD3780A only)
Safety wire
(VZ-HD3780A only)
Three M5 × 12 screws
(VZ-HD3780A only)

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Introduction
Information on DVI-I and HD-SDI Cables
lDVI-I and HD-SDI cables do not come with the product. Please purchase
them separately to match the specications of your monitor or other
external device. Refer to pages 23 and 24 for information on cable types.
Alternatively, refer to page 65 for the terminal specications for DVI-I cables.
Information on Serial Interface Cables
lAn RS-232C cable do not come with the product. If you wish to use an
RS-232C cable and control the camera via an external device, purchase
an RS-232C cable that conforms to the terminal specications on page 66.
lIf you wish to use an RS-422 cable, use the included RS-422 terminal block
connector and make connection cables. When making cables, refer to the wiring
diagrams on page 66 for pin layout and page 67 for the wiring diagram of RS-422
cables. Also, refer to page 68 for how to use RS-422 terminal block connector.
Getting the Remote Control Ready
Caution
Warnings about Using Dry Cell Batteries
Do not use any batteries in this device except those specied. Also, do
not mix old and new batteries. Doing so may cause re or injury due to
the batteries exploding or leaking.
Load the batteries as indicated on the device and make sure they are
facing correctly in terms of polarity. Incorrect polarity may result in injury or
staining of the surrounding area due to the batteries exploding or leaking.
1
Remove the battery-
chamber lid
Open the lid by pressing in
the direction of the arrow.
2
Insert the batteries
Insert the included AAA
batteries with (+)(-) as
indicated.
3
Close the battery-
chamber lid
Press in the direction of the arrow
and put the lid back in place.

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Introduction
Names of Parts
The illustrations in this User's Manual are of the VZ-HD3700A.
VZ-HD3780A is similar in shape and form to VZ-HD3700A, but the
orientation for installation and the printing are vertically inverted.
VZ-HD3600/3650A is similar in shape and form to VZ-HD3700A, but the
backside terminal conguration is different.
Front / Side


Lens
POWER lamp (P. 27)
STANDBY lamp (P. 27)
Remote receiver / IR sensor
(P. 27, 42)
SYSTEM SELECT switch (P. 14)
VIDEO SELECT switch (P. 14)
EXT SLOT
This is an extension slot for
maintenance and is not normally
used.
Anti-theft lock installation hole
Use a theft-prevention cable, sold
separately.

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Introduction
Rear
Base
VZ-HD3600/3650/3700A VZ-HD3780A
DC IN 12V terminal (P. 22)
RS-232C IN terminal (P. 25)
RS-232C OUT terminal (P. 25)
RS-422 terminal (P. 25)
VIDEO OUT (DVI-I) terminal
[VZ-HD3600/3700/3780A]
(P. 24)
VIDEO OUT (HD-SDI) terminal
[VZ-HD3650/3700/3780A]
(P. 24)
Tripod mounting hole (P. 19)
Screw mounting holes (P. 19)
Rating label

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Introduction
Setting the VIDEO SELECT
Switch
This switch allows you to select
the video format of the signal to
be output from the VIDEO OUT
terminals.
Caution
Be sure to set this switch before
you turn on the camera. It can
also be set when in the standby
mode. (P. 27)
Be sure to use a Phillips driver
when changing the switch
position.
Using anything other than the
designated screwdriver may
damage the grooves.
This camera does not have
a function that automatically
matches the video output signal
to the connected monitor’s
resolution. Be sure to congure
the setting so it matches the
monitor's resolution.
The Hi-Vision video signal
outputs a distortion-free image
on monitors with an 16:9 aspect
ratio.
Set it to the
desired video
format.
Switch
position Video output format
0* 1080i/59.94
1
1080p/59.94[VZ-HD3700/3780A]
2720p/59.94
31080p/29.97
4―
5―
6―
7Serial control
81080i/50
91080p/50[VZ-HD3700/3780A]
A720p/50
B1080p/25
C―
D―
E―
F―
* This is the factory default setting.
Caution
Model VZ-HD3600/3650A
does not output 1080p/59.94 or
1080p/50.
The HD-SDI output does
not output 1080p/59.94 or
1080p/50.
When the video output format
is set to serial control (switch
position 7), the video output
format can be set using an
external device; however, the
video output format setting
is reected after the power is
turned back on.

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Introduction
SYSTEM SELECT Switch
Settings
OFF
ON
6
1
2
3
4
57
8
9
10
Switch 1 (Serial
communication baud rate
switch)
OFF* : 9,600 bps
ON : 38,400 bps
Switch 2 (IR OUT switch)
Allows the IR reception signal
from the remote control to be
output from the RS232C IN
terminal.
OFF* : Disables output
ON : Enables output
Switch 3 (RS-232C/RS-422
switch)
OFF* : Comm via RS-232C
ON : Comm via RS-422
Switch 4 (Video OUT Sync
switch)
[VZ-HD3600/3700/3780A]
Switches the Sync signal on/off
for analog video signal output.
Set this to add a Sync signal,
especially when not connected to
Analog Horizontal Sync/Analog
Vertical Sync.
OFF : Does not add Sync
ON* : Adds Sync
Switch 4 (Not used)
[VZ-HD3650A]
Always set to ON*.
Switch 5 (Not used)
Always set to OFF*.
Switch 6 (Not used)
Always set to OFF*.
– Switches 7-9 (remote
code switch)
Allows you to select the remote
control code (RC.1 to RC.3) to
receive in cases such as when
operating multiple cameras with
the same remote, or to avoid
interference from another remote
control for a nearby camera. To
prevent remote control operation
(RC OFF), set to anything other
than RC.1-RC.3.
7
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
RC.1*
RC.2
RC.3
RC OFF OTHERS
89
Switch 10 (Not used)
Always set to OFF*.
* This is the factory default setting.

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Introduction
Caution
Make the settings for Serial
communication baud rate
Video OUT Sync switch
[VZ-HD3600/3700/3780A] prior
to turning the camera on. Do
not make these settings after
turning the power on.
When connecting devices
in a daisy chain (P. 25), it is
necessary to make the Serial
communication baud rate and
RS-232C/RS-422 selections
the same for all connected
cameras.
To change switch settings, use
a slender slotted screwdriver.

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Introduction
Remote Control
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10 18
17
16
15
14
13
12
11
Indicators (P. 36)
CAMERA SELECT Button
(P. 27)
FOCUS Button (P. 30)
EXPOSURE Button (P. 33)
10-key Buttons (for presets)
(P. 35)
PRESET Button (P. 35)
HOME Button (P. 30)
TELE / WIDE Buttons (P. 30)
MENU Button (P. 37)
BACK Button (P. 38)
POWER Button (P. 27)
FULL AUTO Button (P. 34)
RESET Button (P. 35)
+ / - Buttons (P. 32)
DIGITAL ZOOM Button (P. 31)
DISPLAY Button (P. 28)
Cursor Buttons /
ENTER Button (P. 30, 35, 38)
BLC (Backlight compensation)
Button (P. 34)

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Installation and Connection
Installation
Caution
During installation, take steps as needed to prevent the camera from
falling.
Install the camera so it is level.
Install it in a normal orientation.
VZ-HD3600/3650/3700A VZ-HD3780A
When moving the camera, carry it by its base.
Do not carry it by the camera itself. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
Do not apply force to the camera, such as by trying to make it pan or tilt
manually. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
VZ-HD3600/3650/3700A
VZ-HD3780A
 Installing it on a Desk or Table VZ-HD3600/3650/3700A
Install it in a stable location where it is unlikely to fall off.
Installation and Connection

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Installation and Connection
 Mounting on a Tripod
(Sold Separately)
VZ-HD3600/3650/3700A
Attach the tripod to the tripod
mounting hole on the base of the
camera.
Tighten the screw securely by hand.
Tripod mounting hole
Standard size of usable
tripod mounting screw
-20UNC
=4.5 mm ± 0.2 mm
Caution
Set up the tripod according to its
user’s manual so it is steady and
will not fall over.
Warning
Do not mount the camera using
the tripod screw when installing it
in a high place.
 Install with Mounting
Screws
(Sold Separately)
VZ-HD3600/3650/3700A
Install mounting screws in the four
screw mounting holes on the base.
Tighten the 4 screws securely.
Screw mounting holes
Standard size of mounting
screws
M3 screw
= 3 mm to 4 mm
Rubber foot on base of camera

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Installation and Connection
 Ceiling Installation
VZ-HD3780A
Use the included ceiling mount
xture, along with the safety wire
and screws when mounting the
camera on the ceiling.
Warning
To mount the camera in a high
place, such as on the ceiling,
have an installer specialized in
such construction do the work.
When mounting the camera
in a high place, make sure the
location it will be mounted and
the materials used for mounting
it (other than the included
xture, etc.) are strong enough
to support a weight of at least
20kg and then mount the
camera securely. If materials
are not strong enough, it may
fall and cause an injury.
To prevent it from falling, be
sure to attach the safety wire.
Take all due care to prevent
the camera from falling during
installation.
If installed in a high place,
inspect once a year to make
sure the mount has not become
loose. Make more frequent
inspections if the conditions of
use call for it.
1 Be sure to attach the safety wire
of the camera with the included
screw (M5 × 12).
Install the mounting hardware as
indicated by the mark.
Included screw (M5 × 12)
Safety wire
Mark
2 Mount the ceiling mount xture
to the ceiling.
Use screws that t in the screw
hole of the ceiling mount xture.
(not included)
To prevent them from loosening,
use a at or spring washer as
needed.
Ceiling mount xture
Separately
purchased screw
Separately
purchased screw