Panasonic VL-GC002A Operating instructions

Door Station
Installation and Operation Guide
Model No. VL-GC002A
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Door Station.
Please read this Installation and Operation Guide before using the unit and
save for future reference.
Video Intercom System

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Important Information
Introduction and Installation
Included items............................................................................................................ 5
Location of controls ................................................................................................... 6
Before installation ...................................................................................................... 7
Installing the door station .......................................................................................... 8
Help
Cleaning ................................................................................................................... 12
General Information
Technical data about this product ............................................................................ 13
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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 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.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
•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.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
FCC and Other Information
CAUTION:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Important Information
FCC and Other Information ....................................................................................... 2
Important safety instructions ..................................................................................... 3
Additional safety information ..................................................................................... 4
For best performance ................................................................................................ 4

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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrow
head within a triangle is
intended to tell the user that
parts inside the product are a
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within a
triangle is intended to tell the
user that important operating and
servicing instructions are in the
papers with the appliance.
Important safety instructions
1) Read these instructions.
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is
operated.
2) Keep these instructions.
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3) Heed all warnings.
All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered
to.
4) Follow all instructions.
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
For example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Slots and Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure
reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. The openings
should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or
rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have
been adhered to.
9) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10) 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.
Important Information
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Important Information
Additional safety information
1. Use only the power source marked on the unit. If you are not sure of the type of
power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.
2. Use only the specified AC adaptor.
3. Do not tamper with the plug.
4. Make sure the plug is securely inserted.
5. Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
6. Do not place objects on the power cord. Install the unit where no one can step or trip
on the cord.
7. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this unit. Take the unit to an
authorized service center when service is required. Opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can
cause electric shock when the unit is subsequently used.
8. Unplug the monitor station from power outlets and refer servicing to an authorized
service center when the following conditions occur:
A. If smoke rises, or an unaccustomed noise or smell is discharged from the unit.
B. If metal objects have been dropped inside the monitor station.
9. Do not put your ear(s) near the speaker, as loud sounds emitted from the speaker
may cause hearing impairment.
10. Only a qualified technician is allowed to connect a power cable to the unit.
Contact an authorized service center.
11. Do not make any wiring connections when the power supply is turned on.
12. Never install wiring during a lightning storm.
13. When existing chime wires are used, it is possible that they contain AC voltage.
Electric shock or unit damage could result. Contact an authorized service center.
14. Be sure to install the unit as specified to endure the mass.
15. If the wiring is outdoors, use a protection tube or a surge protector.
16. If the wiring is underground, do not make any connections underground.
17. WARNING – Unplug this unit from power outlets if it emits smoke, an abnormal
smell or makes unusual noise. These conditions can cause fire or electric shock.
Confirm that smoke has stopped and contact an authorized service center.
For best performance
•If a power failure occurs, the unit will not function.

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Included items
No. Item Quantity Notes
Mounting base
Wood screws
1
2
Door station 1 ------
4 mm x 20 mm (3/16
″x 13/16 ″)
Button cover 1 ------
Introduction and Installation
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•The Mounting base comes preattached to the Door station.

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Introduction and Installation
Location of controls
Camera
•When a visitor presses the Call
Button, the camera will turn on and
an image of the visitor will be shown
on the display of the monitor station
and sub monitor station.
•The camera angle can be adjusted
when installing the door station
(page 9).
Infrared light
Microphone
Speaker
* Be sure to attach the accessory button cover to the Call Button before using it.
(The diagram shows the button cover installed.) (Page 11.)
Front view
Call Button*
•A visitor can press this button to call
the monitor station and sub monitor
station.
Position indicator (Green)
•The Position indicator is lighted with
a green LED light while the power is
on.
Water drain holes (4 places)
•These holes allow rainwater to drain
away. Do not cover them.

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Before installation
Introduction and Installation
To avoid malfunction or communication disturbance, do not install the door station
in the following locations:
– Places where vibration or any other kind of impact occurs.
– Places where echoing is frequent.
– Places where a high concentration of dust, hydrogen sulfide, phosphorus,
ammonia, sulfur, carbon, acid, or noxious fumes occur.
– Within 2 m (6′7″) of a TV, microwave, personal computer, air conditioner or any
other electrical device.
Note:
•Be sure to install the monitor station and sub monitor station more than 5 m
(16′5″) away from the door station.

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Introduction and Installation
Installing the door station
1Loosen the mounting screw, and then remove the mounting base.
Screwdriver
2Install the mounting base to a wall using the attached wood screws.
(4 mm x 20 mm, 3/16
″x 13/16 ″).
Wall
Mounting base
Wood
Screws
<Installation size>
Important information:
On the bottom surface of the door station, there are holes to allow water to drain.
Do not cover it up when installing.
Note:
•Install so that picture range will be within a height of
995 mm ~ 1795 mm from the ground surface.

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Introduction and Installation
3Remove the adjustment cover, and then adjust the angle of the camera lens.
* Be sure to install the adjustment cover after adjusting the angle of the camera lens.
Screwdriver
Left direction
(maximum 16°)
Angle adjustment lever
Right direction
(maximum 16°)
Upward direction
(maximum 16°)
Adjustment
cover
Standard installation height and filming range
Adjust the angle of the camera lens when carrying out installation.
•Vertical direction (facing the front)
(16°to the right)(16°upward)
•Horizontal direction (facing the front)
•The angle can also be adjusted
16°to the left.
Note:
•The measurements and angles are for reference purposes and may vary depending
on the environment.
•If a strong light is against the door station, the visitor’s face may not be
distinguishable. Do not place the door station in the following locations.
–Where most of the background is the sky.
–Where the background is a white wall, and direct sunlight will reflect off it.
–Where direct sunlight will shine on the door station.
–Depending on where this unit is installed, surrounding noises will cause howling
(beeping sound) to occur. Please avoid installing the unit in such a place.
•Make sure the back of the door station is not subject to water.
Wire type and distance
•Wire (between the monitor station and the door station):
Type: General cable CAT-3 24 AWG.
Distance: Maximum 100 m (about 328 feet).

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Introduction and Installation
Wire (Not included)
Tighten with screws
4Attach the wire to the terminal.
Mounting base Door station
Speaker
Microphone
5Secure the door station to the mounting base.
•Tighten the mounting screws.
Connect to terminals
D11 and D12 (D21
and D22) of the
monitor station.
Wall
Wall
Door station (rear)
Screwdriver