Panasonic AWPH360N - PAN/TILT HEAD User manual

Before use Installation work Other
Operating Instructions
Indoor Pan/Tilt Head
Model No. AW-PH360N
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for
future use.
Installation work instructions included
Printed in Japan

indicates safety information.
Safety precautions
WARNING:
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
• THE APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR
SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS
VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING
INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, REFER CHANGES OF
SWITCH SETTINGS INSIDE THE UNIT TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS
KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle,
is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(service) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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Replace battery with part No. CR2032 only.
Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Caution—Battery may explode if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
Safety precautions
indicates safety information.
This class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.
For CANADA
FCC 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.
Warning:
To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, the user must use
only shielded interface cables when connecting to external units. Also, any
unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment could void the user’s
authority to operate it.
<For USA-California Only>
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate
Material – special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca/gov/hazardouswaste.perchlorate.

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Safety precautions
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.
8) Do not install near any heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding-type plug has
two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord form being
walked on or pinched particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart,
stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by
the manufacturer,
or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during
lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety
instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep
these operating instructions handy for future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
indicates safety information.

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Before use
Contents
Before use
Introduction ........................................... 6
Accessories .......................................... 7
Installation precautions ....................... 8
Precautions for use ............................ 10
Parts and their functions ................... 11
Installation work
Installation ........................................... 13
1. Setting the switches ...................... 13
2. Assembling and attaching
the tilting arm ................................. 17
3. Installing the pan-tilt head ............. 20
4. Mounting the camera and lens ...... 29
Concerning the safe modes .............. 33
Connections ........................................ 34
Example of connections .................... 34
Connecting the AC adapter
for use with the pan-tilt head ............. 40
Limiters ................................................ 42
Other
Troubleshooting .................................. 43
Replacement of consumable parts ... 44
Appearance ......................................... 45
Specifications ..................................... 46

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Introduction
pThis is a compact stand-alone type of pan-tilt head which is capable of rotating
95 degrees upward and downward and 300 degrees on the horizontal.
pInformation on the combinations of the cameras and lenses which can be used with this
pan-tilt head can be found in the Specifications section.
Cameras and lenses not mentioned in this section cannot be used. (Page 46)
pThe positions and settings for shooting up to 50 points can be entered as data into the
preset memory.
pThis pan-tilt head can be controlled using a controller (
AW-RP301, AW-RP305, AW-RP501,
AW-RP505, AW-RP555, AW-RP605A, AW-RP655, AW-RP400 or AW-RP50
) and/or a personal
computer.
The controller may need to be upgraded to a more recent version so that it will be able
to support this pan-tilt head. For details, consult your dealer.
For the purposes of this manual, the model numbers of the units are given as listed in
the table below.
Model number of unit Model number
given in manual Model number of unit Model number
given in manual
AW-E350P AW-E350 AW-RP301P AW-RP301
AW-E650P AW-E650 AW-RP305P AW-RP305
AW-E750P AW-E750 AW-RP501P AW-RP501
AW-E860N AW-E860 AW-RP505P AW-RP505
AW-HE870N AW-HE870 AW-HB505P AW-HB505
AK-HC1500G AK-HC1500 AW-RP555N AW-RP555
AK-HC1800G AK-HC1800 AW-RP605AN AW-RP605A
AW-HHD870N AW-HHD870 AW-RP655N AW-RP655
AW-PB504N AW-PB504 AW-RP400N AW-RP400
AW-LZ16MD55P AW-LZ16MD55 AW-RP50N AW-RP50
AW-LZ16MD73P AW-LZ16MD73 AK-HRP150G AK-HRP150
AW-LZ17MD9AG AW-LZ17MD9A AW-RC400N AW-RC400
AK-LZ20M85G AK-LZ20M85 AW-CB400N AW-CB400
AW-PS300AP AW-PS300A AW-CA28T9P AW-CA28T9
AW-PS550N AW-PS550 AW-CA15H29G AW-CA15H29
AW-PS510AN AW-PS510A AW-CAK4H1G AW-CAK4H1

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Before use
Accessories
Please check the following accessories have been provided.
Operating Instructions ........................................................ (C1)
Camera cable ..................................................................... (C1)
DC cable ............................................................................ (C1)
Tilting arm .......................................................................... (C1)
Tilting arm fixing screws
M4 C12 mm ................................................................... (C4)
Camera mounting plate ...................................................... (C1)
Guide screws
(with flat washers, spring washers)
M4 C18 mm ................................................................... (C2)
Drop-prevention wire .......................................................... (C1)
Mounting screw for wire
(with flat washer, spring washer)
M4 C8 mm ..................................................................... (C1)
wDisclaimer 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:
ANY DAMAGE AND LOSS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DIRECT OR
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR EXEMPLARY, ARISING OUT OF
OR RELATING TO THE PRODUCT;
PERSONAL INJURY OR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY INAPPROPRIATE USE OR
NEGLIGENT OPERATION OF THE USER;
UNAUTHORIZED DISASSEMBLE, REPAIR OR MODIFICATION OF THE
PRODUCT BY THE USER;
INCONVENIENCE OR ANY LOSS ARISING WHEN IMAGES ARE NOT
DISPLAYED, DUE TO ANY REASON OR CAUSE INCLUDING ANY FAILURE OR
PROBLEM OF THE PRODUCT;
ANY PROBLEM, CONSEQUENTIAL INCONVENIENCE, OR LOSS OR
DAMAGE, ARISING OUT OF THE SYSTEM COMBINED BY THE DEVICES OF
THIRD PARTY;
LOSS OF REGISTERED DATA CAUSED BY ANY FAILURE.

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Installation precautions
Parts to be provided by the customer for installation
This unit comes with a drop-prevention wire (approx. 200 (7-7/8˝) mm long) and
mounting screw for wire.
Provide the following items to install the pan-tilt head and underneath support plate.
pEmbedded anchors:C5
(4 locations for M6, 1 location for M8),
or hangers (pages 24 to 28)
pHexagon head bolts or nuts (M6: for
pan-tilt head): 4 pcs each
pHexagon head bolt or nut
(M8: for underneath support plate):
1 pc each
pFlat washers (M6): C8
pFlat washer (M8): C2
pSpring washers (M6): C8
pSpring washer (M8): C2
For details, refer to page 20.
pInstallation locations
• Be absolutely sure to use anchors or hangers for installation.
• A withdrawal strength of at least 340 N (35 kgf) per location is required to install the
pan-tilt head.
Fashion the anchors or hangers in such a way that they will be strong enough to
support at least 5 times this withdrawal strength.
• When installing the pan-tilt head, be absolutely sure to install the pan-tilt head unit (in
4 locations) and the drop prevention underneath support plate (in 1 location).
Avoid installing and using the unit in the following kinds of locations.
• On surfaces of plasterboard or wood
• On walls (where the unit would be
installed sideways)
• Where the unit will be directly exposed
to rain or water (including under the
eaves and other such places)
• In kitchens and other places with high
levels of steam, oil and grease
• Outdoors or places where the
temperature will exceed 45 °C (113 °F)
• Cold places where the temperature will
drop below –10 °C (14 °F)
• Places where the humidity is higher
than 90 %
• Swimming pools and other places
where chemicals are used
• At sea and in coastal areas, and
places where corrosive gases are
given off
• Places exposed to heavy vibrations
from vehicles, ships, etc. (the unit
is not designed to be installed in
vehicles)
• Places near the air outlets of air
conditioners, near doors where the
outside air comes in and other places
where the temperature changes
suddenly or drastically

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Before use
Installation precautions
pTightening up the mounting screws
• Be absolutely sure to use screwdrivers and wrenches for the screws and bolts, and
install the unit securely.
• After installing the unit, check that there is no play or looseness.
Installing the pan-tilt head Clamping torque
Hexagon head bolts (M6) 5.0 N
•m (50 kgf•cm)
Hexagon head bolts (M8) 12.0 N
•m (120 kgf•cm)
pIf the pan-tilt head is not going to be used, do not leave it standing but ensure
without fail that it is removed.
pUse the AC adapter (AW-PS300A or AW-PS550) to supply power to the pan-tilt
head.
Do not use other AC adapters or units since they may burst into flames or emit
smoke.
pWhen handling the pan-tilt head, be absolutely sure to hold it by its base.
Trouble may be caused if the rotating part is held or rotated by hand.
pThe maximum load is 4 kg (8.8 lbs). However, if the unit’s balance cannot be
adjusted properly, no guarantees can be made for the unit’s functions and
performance so refrain from using accessories which add to the unit’s weight.
(Refer to page 17 for the balance adjustment procedure.)
pAfter installing the pan-tilt head, mount the camera onto it.
pWhen mounting the camera, take every means to ensure that the camera will not
become dislodged and prevent it from falling out of place.
pProducts other than a camera and lens, such as a prompter, may not be mounted
on the pan-tilt head.
pFor the lens, use the recommended lens model (page 46) that corresponds to the
camera to be used.
Do not use a lens that is not among the ones recommended.

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Precautions for use
Ensuring that the unit will continue to perform stably for a prolonged period of time
Using the pan-tilt head in a location with high temperatures and high levels of humidity
will cause its parts to deteriorate, shortening its service life as a result. Do not place the
unit where it will be directly exposed to heat, whether heat radiating from the installation
location or heat from a heating appliance, etc.
Handle the unit carefully
Do not drop the unit or subject it to strong impact or vibration. Doing so may cause
trouble.
If the pan-tilt head is not going to be used, do not leave it standing but ensure
without fail that it is removed.
This pan-tilt head uses a manganese dioxide-lithium battery (CR2032).
Be absolutely sure to remove this battery when disposing of the pan-tilt head or printed
circuit boards.
Do not dispose of this type of battery as household garbage.
For details on how to remove the battery, refer to the section on replacing the battery in
“Replacement of consumable parts” (page 44).
The unit comes with a safe mode function.
The safe mode function is designed to protect people and personal property from harm
and the pan-tilt head from damage.
For further details, refer to “Concerning the safe modes” (page 33).
When one of the safe modes is established, the tally lamps blink, and panning and
tilting operations can no longer be performed.
The safe mode is released when the PAN/TILT lever on the controller is returned to its
center position.
If a safe mode is established frequently, consult your dealer.