Ros C400 User manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY ..................................................................................................................III
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE...........................................................................................IV
CHANGE RECORD........................................................................................................V
1WARNINGS.............................................................................................................1
2DESCRIPTION.........................................................................................................1
3PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................2
4SET UP....................................................................................................................3
5OPERATION............................................................................................................3
6MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................................3
7TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................................................3
Table of Tables
Table 1, Specifications....................................................................................................2
Table 2, Trouble Shooting...............................................................................................4
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WARRANTY
ROS, Inc. (hereinafter called "ROS") warrants its products as stated below subject to the
conditions specified.
ROS warrants its products, when operated under normal conditions, to be free from defects in
material or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase provided that
inspection by ROS discloses that such defects developed under normal and proper use. ROS
products repaired or replaced pursuant to this warranty shall be warranted for the unexpired
portion of the warranty applying to the original product. The liability of ROS under this warranty
shall exist subject to the following conditions:
(a) Purchaser properly notifies ROS of such defects and the defective product is
returned to ROS, transportation charges paid by Purchaser.
(b) ROS shall be released from all obligations under its warranty in the event repairs
or modifications are made by persons not authorized by ROS.
(c) Representations and warranties made by any person, including distributors and
representatives of ROS, which are inconsistent or conflict with the terms of this
warranty, shall not be binding upon ROS unless reduced to writing and approved
by an officer of ROS. ROS shall in no event be liable for other direct, special,
incidental, consequential, indirect or penal damages.
(d) The laws of the State of California shall govern this warranty.
In the event the defect is determined to be within the terms of this warranty then ROS agrees to
repair and/or replace (at ROS' discretion) the product or defective portion at no charge to the
Purchaser. This warranty does not apply to expendable items or to normal wear-and-tear, and
is conditional upon performance of normal preventative maintenance procedures.
Our commitment to quality and customer service directs us to constantly strive to improve our
products. The materials and specifications presented in our manuals and data sheets are
correct and accurate to the best of our knowledge, and are presented in good faith. However,
the information is not guaranteed and is subject to change without notice.
LIMITATIONS OF REMEDIES
Purchaser assumes all risk and liability for results obtained in any installation, operation, or use
of the product. Purchaser’s sole remedy for any breach of warranty by vendor shall be limited to
the “express remedies” set forth above. Otherwise, in no event shall vendor, its agents, or
employees be liable to the original purchaser or any third party for any consequential or
incidental damages or expenses of any nature arising directly out of or in connection with the
use of vendor projects, even if vendor has been advised of the possibility of such damages or
expenses. In any event, unless otherwise contrary to state law, vendor liability under this
limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase price of the product.
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CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
ROS, Inc. uses a worldwide network of stocking distributors and representatives who
are familiar with our products and are able to provide assistance during installation
and/or operation of these products.
If you have any questions or problems with this product that are not covered by this
manual or instruction, please contact our agent in your area, or contact us directly by
phone or FAX or e-mail.
TEL: (001) 858-565-8500
FAX: (001) 858-565-8808
Web Site: www.rosys.com
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CHANGE RECORD
REV DESCRIPTION DATE
A SEE EC-01853 18NOV13
B SEE EC-02192 10FEB15
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1 WARNINGS
WARNING: Assembly, disassembly, connecting cables, or
disconnection of cables, must only occur when the C400 Camera is
disconnected from the power source.
When handling the cables, do not pull or tug on the cables more than necessary.
Connector or cable damage through cutting of the jacket may result.
2 DESCRIPTION
The Remote Ocean System C400 Low Light Black & White Camera is ideally suited to
output video in harsh low light level environments. The C400 is rated to operate in both
air and water and depths to 3000MSW. Video output is 650TVL of resolution with EIA
and CCIR versions available. The C400 operates over a wide supply voltage range, 10
to 36 VDC, with a maximum current draw of 300mA.
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3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Electronics
Horizontal Resolution
650 TVL
Minimum Scene Illumination
.001 Lux
Sensor Type
1/3” SuperHAD CCD II
Power Input
10-36 VDC
Video Output
Composite, 1.0 V p-p into 75 ohm
Optical
Focus Control
Fixed, 6.0 in (152mm) to infinity
Field of View in Air
83° diagonal
Field of View in Water
72° diagonal
Mechanical
Housing Material
6AL4V Titanium
View Port
Acrylic, water corrected
Length (w/o connector)
9.6in (243mm)
Weight in Air
5.7lbs (2.6kg)
Weight in Water
2.3lbs (1.1kg)
Connector
MCBH-4-MP (Standard), others available
Environmental
Operating Depth
10,000FSW (3000MSW)
Operating Temperature
-5° to 50°C (23° to 122°F)
Storage Temperature
-10° to 60°C (14° to 140°F)
Table 1, Specifications
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4 SET UP
Connect output cable to video display and 10-36 VDC source. Do not apply power at
this time.
Connect output cable to camera connector and install locking sleeve. Locking sleeve
should only be hand tight. Do not over tighten locking sleeve.
5 OPERATION
The C400 is designed for the ultimate simplicity of operation. Once the C400 has been
setup with the cable, video display and VDC source it is only necessary to apply power.
There is no ON/OFF switch; the system will be ON whenever power is applied. To turn
the system OFF, simply remove power with the source.
6 MAINTENANCE
The C400 is intended to be maintenance free. The C400 is purged with dry Nitrogen to
eliminate moisture which prevents problems with corrosion and condensation.
Though the C400 is constructed of highly corrosion resistant materials, corrosion of all
components can further be minimized by applying a fresh water rinse after being
immersed in saltwater. Additionally, we recommend careful handling procedures be
used to prevent deep scratches or dents which can create and accelerate localized
corrosion.
In the event the camera stops working, please see section 7 for troubleshooting. If this
does not resolve your issue, then please contact ROS customer service.
Note: The C400 contains no user serviceable components.
7 TROUBLESHOOTING
This section provides information on trouble shooting the C400.
The information presented in this section is designed to provide a guide for isolating the
source (root) of any problems that may be observed during the operation of the C400.
Failure modes, causes, and corrective action are listed in Table 2, Trouble Shooting.
WARNING: Connection of cables, or disconnection of cables, must only
occur when the C400 is disconnected from the power source.
Prior to performing any fault isolation procedure the system should be
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inspected for any signs of visible damage. These may include denting, discoloration,
corrosion, or flooding. All connectors should be inspected to ensure that pins are
straight and no damage has occurred that could allow misalignment or flooding.
Problem
Typical Cause
Corrective Action
No video image
Power not supplied
Disconnect the C400 from
the VDC source. Test
power source.
Reconnect the C400 as
appropriate.
Video Display
Disconnect the C400 from
the Video Display. Validate
that another camera can
output video to display.
Reconnect the C400 as
appropriate.
Cable malfunction
Replace cable
Seal Failure
Return to ROS
Poor Image - Flickering
Video Format
Verify that Video Display is
compatible with C400
format (NTSC/EIA or
PAL/CCIR)
Poor Image - Blurry
Video Display
Verify that Video Display
has a minimum of 500TVL
Seal Failure
Return to ROS
Poor Image –Noise
Loose connection
Check all cable
connections. Secure as
required.
Cable malfunction
Replace cable
Table 2, Trouble Shooting
The general steps for trouble shooting should proceed as follows assuming that the
camera has been setup according to previous instructions and no video image is
displayed on the monitor:
1. If possible, replace the interconnecting cable and check functionality.
2. If possible, replace the C400 camera and check functionality.
3. Verify that there is voltage from the source using a multimeter. The system
should function over a range of 10 to 36 VDC.
4. Verify that the system is drawing current from the supply. The camera will draw
from 100mA to 300mA depending on the input voltage.
5. If the voltage and current are measured and in the correct ranges, then it is likely
that there is a problem with the monitor.
6. If the camera is not drawing current from the power supply, then there is a
problem with the camera module. Return C400 to ROS.
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