Panasonic VL-GC003A Operating instructions

Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Door Station.
Please read this Installation and Operation Guide before using the unit and save for future
reference.
LBe sure to install the optional Face Panel (VL-GF001A) to avoid malfunction.
LIn the environment such as daylight, the door station image is shown in color. It is shown
black and white in dark environments such as at night, and the background and periphery
do not appear.
LThe object gets a greenish tint sometimes when face or hands are near the camera or the
periphery of the door station is dim, however, it is not bug.
LThe surface panel may fog up due to a considerable temperature difference with the door
station's surrounding, making the image difficult to see. (This will cease once normal
temperature is restored.)
Door Station
Installation and Operation Guide
Model No. VL-GC003A
The protective Face Panel VL-GF001A
shown is not included and must be
purchased separately.
PFQX2295ZA SC1005SK0
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Table of Contents
Important Information
Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Additional safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
For best performance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installation Introductions
Included items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Optional item information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Location of controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Before installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing the door station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Help
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
General Information
Technical data about this product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
FCC and Other Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
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Important Information
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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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 the monitor station 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
LIf a power failure occurs, the unit will not function.
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Included items
Optional item information
Available optional items
– Face panel (VL-GF001A-N, VL-GF001A-S, VL-GF001A-B)
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No. Item Quantity Notes
1Door station 1 ------
2Wood screws 4 For the door station.
(3.8 mm x 20 mm, 1/8" x 3/4")
3Inch screws 4 For the door station.
(No. 6-32 UNC x 25 mm / 1")
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Installation Introductions
Location of controls
ACamera
LWhen 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.
BMicrophone
CScrew hole (for fastening the door station to the wall or switch box)
DSpeaker
ECall Button
LThe Call Button is lit with a blue LED light while the power is on.
LA visitor can press this button to call the monitor station.
FScrew (to fasten the optional face panel in place)
GWater drain hole
LThis hole allows rain water to drain. Do not cover it.
HCamera angle control lever
LThe camera angle can be adjusted when installing the door station (page 7).
ITerminal connector
Front view Rear view
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Installation Introductions
Before installation
LTo avoid malfunction or communication disturbances, 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.
Standard installation position of the door station and camera range
Camera angle
control lever
<Examples of camera angle>
Rear view
The angle can also be adjusted to the left or
upper left.
<Facing the right> <Facing the upper right>
<Facing the front> <Facing upward>
Left direction
(maximum 15
)
Upward direction
(maximum 15
)
Right direction
(maximum 15
)
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Installation Introductions
Image range:
650 mm (25
19
/ 32 ")
Image range:
1080 mm (4217/32")
<Example: 1100mm, 435/16" in height>
Upper/lower range
500 mm
(
19
11
/ 16 " )
1160 mm
(
45
21
/ 32 " )
1810 mm
(
71
1
/ 4 " )
500 mm
(
19
11
/ 16 " )
480 mm
(18
29
/ 32 ")
480 mm
(18
29
/ 32 ")
500 mm
(
19
11
/ 16 " )
1450 mm
(573/32")
Image range:
710 mm (27
15
/ 16 ")
980 mm
(
38
19
/ 32 " )
1690 mm
(
66
17
/ 32 " )
1100 mm
(435/16")
Side view of the camera installed lower
than the standard position and facing
upward at 15 .
Left/right range
Image range:
960 mm (3713/16")
Center of the
door station
Center of the
door station
270 mm
(105/8")
810 mm
(317/8")
500 mm
(
19
11
/ 16 " )
Side view of the camera facing the front
at 0
.
Top view of the camera facing the front
at 0
.
Top view of the camera facing the left or
right at 15
.
66
87
87
<Example: left at 15 >
66
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Note:
LThe measurements and angles are for reference purposes and may vary depending on the
environment.
LIf a strong light is shining on 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 reflecting direct sunlight.
– Where direct sunlight will shine on the door station.
– Where echoing occurs, causing the unit to beep frequently.
LMake sure the back of the door station is not subject to water exposure.
Important:
LWhen the camera angle is set facing the upper left or upper right, the image may be slightly
curved.
Wire type and distance
LWire (between the monitor station and the door station):
Type: General cable CAT-3 24 AWG
Distance: Maximum 100 m (about 328 feet)
Switch box
LSwitch box (to install the door station easily):
Type: Gang box with conduit knockout
Size: 3" x 2" (Depth: 1 1/2" over)
– 3 switch boxes are needed for installation.
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Installation Introductions
Installing the door station
Important:
LAn optional face panel must be purchased beforehand (page 5).
LOn the bottom surface of the door station, there is a hole to allow water to drain. Do
not cover it up when installing.
1Connect the wire to the terminal connector.
LSee page 9 for the wire type and distance.
LYou can change the camera angle using the camera angle control lever. See page 7 for
details.
Terminal connector
Camera angle control lever
Door station
Screw
Wire (Not included)
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