Vicon V896MSH User guide

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
MODEL V896MSH WEATHERPROOF MAXIMUM SECURITY HOUSING
1. INTRODUCTION
The information in this instruction manual covers the instal-
lation, operation, and maintenance of model V896MSH
Weatherproof Maximum Security Housing.
This unit should be installed only by a qualified techni-
cian using approved materials and wiring practices in
accordance with national, state, and local electrical
codes. Failure to comply with these instructions may
result in personal injury and/or damage to the equip-
ment. Read these instructions through completely before
attempting installation.
The V896MSH housing provides a tamper-resistant means
of concealing a video camera on either a ceiling, wall, or
pole and is intended for use in high-risk areas where
surveillance equipment is vulnerable to physical damage
or criminal violence. The housing is designed for small
solid-state cameras with fixed-focal-length lenses.
The housing is constructed entirely of welded lo-gauge
steel and is protected by cast-iron-gray vinyl paint. It is
virtually impenetrable and completely closed and sealed
against moisture. A thermostatically-controlled heater and
defogger option (Model V896MSH-H) is available for
outdoor applications. The camera window is 3/8-inch-
thick (0.95 cm) Lexan *. A hinged bottom section (the
cover) is provided with a specially-keyed double-acting
lock for an uncomplicated but secure locking system.
The housing may be mounted directly to a solid ceiling,
or it may be mounted to a wall or pole using the V896MA
Mounting Adapter. The housing is designed with an
axially adjustable camera platform so that the camera
can be adjusted easily and the lens focused from below
the ceiling.
Provision is made for routing electrical connections,
including AC power lines and video cables, into the
housing. There are two holes in the top of the housing
for this purpose. Since the cables pass directly into the
ceiling or mounting adapter, they are not exposed at any
point to vandalism.
This product complies with European Community EMC
Directive 89/336. The product was subjected to the
testing outlined in European Normalization Standard
EN 5008 l-l (Electromagnetic Compatibility - General
Emissions Standard Part 1: Residential, Commercial,
and Light Industry), and EN 50082-l (Electromagnetic
Compatibility - Generic Immunity Standard part 1:
Reidential, Commercial, and Light Industry).
2. INSTALLATION
WARNING: Read ALL instructions COMPLETELY
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before installing this unit. Failure to do so may
result in costly installation mistakes or personal
injury to the installers or other persons.
latch release. This is located on the side of the base. See
Figure 1. Insert the key into the opening on the side of
the housing base until it seats. Turn it against the spring
tension of the internal latches. The unit may now be
opened.
In order to open the enclosure for installation, use the
5/32 Allen hex key supplied with the housing in conjuc-
tion with the key. Turn the key lock to the open position.
Remove the screw with sealing washer that covers the
If the V896MSH-H option is to be installed, refer to
Instruction Manual X485 before doing any further in-
stallation procedures.
Product specifications subject to change without notice. IC Vicon part number 8006-8795-03-00 *Lexan is a registered trademark of General Electric Company.
VICON INDUSTRIES INC. 525 BROAD HOLLOW ROAD, MELVILLE, N.Y. 11747 TEL: [phone] FAX: [phone]
TOLL FREE: l-800-645-9116 UK: 44/(O) 1489/577775 INFOFAX: l-800-287-1207

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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GRAPHIC SYMBOL EXPLANATION
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.
Theexclamation pointwithin anequilateral triangle is intendedtoalert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the unit.
1. Read Instructions -All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the video product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions-All the safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the video product and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
5. Cleaning - Step a applies to equipment that can be disconnected
from the CCTV system without seriously jeopardizin security. Step b
applies to equipment that must operate continuous y such as video 7
switching equipment at military installations.
a. Disconnect this video product from its power source before
cleaning. Do not use caustic, abrasive, or aerosol cleaners. Use
a damp cloth for cleaning.
b. Use a damp cloth to clean the equipment. Do not allow
moisture or liquids to enter any vents. Do not use caustic,
abrasive, or aerosol cleaners.
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by Vicon
as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this video product in any location
where it may be exposed to water or moisture. This does not apply to
outdoor camera housings, outdoor pan-and-tilt drives, and other
equipment designed for direct exposure to outdoor environments.
8.Accessories - Do not place this video producton any unstable surface
or table. The video product may fall, causing serious injury to a person
and serious damage to the video product. Use onl
accessory recommended by Vicon, or sold with t 1:
with a mounting
e video product.
Any mounting of the video product should follow Vicon’s instructions,
and a mounting accessory recommended by Vicon should be used.
9. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video product and
to protect itfromoverheating, and these openin
or covered. The openings should never be b ocked by ksmust not be blocked
video
8roduct on a ru 2
or other similar surface. This VI 2
lacing the
shoul never be place eo product near or over a radiator or heat register. This
video product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or Vicon’s
instructions have been adhered to.
10. Power Sources -This video product should be operated only from
the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sureofthetypeofpowersuppliedtoyour installatlonsite,consultyour
Vicon dealer or local power company. For video products intended to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
ll.Crounding-Thisapplies tovideo productsequi pedwitha3-wire
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (groun mg) pm. This plug
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only fits into a groundin
you areunabletoinsertt i!
-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If
eplugintotheoutlet,contactyourelectrician
to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding-type plug.
12. Power-Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so
that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, payin
convenience receptacles, an B
particular attention to cords at plugs,
product. the point where they exit from the video
13.0utdoorCableGrounding- lfan outsidecablesystem isconnected
to the video product, be sure the cable system is grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static
charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
70-l 984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conduc-
tors, location of antenna-dischar e unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements fort i? e grounding electrode.
14. Lightnin -
not used for 7
For added protection for this video product when it is
ong periods of time, disconnect it from its power source
and from the cable system. This prevents damage to the video product
due to lightning and power-line surges.
15. Power Lines - An outside cable system should not be located in
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside cable system, extreme care should be taken to
kee
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from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them
mlg t be fatal.
16. qverloadin,g -Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords
as this can resu t In a risk of fire or electric shock.
17. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this
video product through openings as they may touch dangerous volta e
points or short out Parts that could result in a fire or electric shot1 .
Never spill liquid o any kind on the video product.
18. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this video product yourself
as opening or removing covers may expose ou to dangerous voltage
or other hazards. Refer all servicing to quall led service personnel. f
19. Damage Requiring Service - Disconnect this video product from
its power source and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions. Note that step c does not apply to
outdoorcamera housings, outdoorpan-and-tiltdrivesandotherequip-
ment specifically designed for direct exposure to outdoor environ-
ments.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If Ii1 uid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the video
pro uct.
c. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If thevideo productdoes not operate normally b followingthe
operatin
ered by t e operating instructions, as an impro Yl
instructions. Adjust only those contra s that are cov- Y
er adjustment
of other controls may result in damage and WI I often require7
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video
product to its normal operation.
e. If the video product has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
f. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in perform-
ance - this indicates a need for service.
20. Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement parts specified b
or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unaut 1:
Vicon
orized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
21. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks tc
determine that the video product is in proper operating condition.
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PLASTIC CAP
TAMPER RESISTANT LATCH RELEASE\\
SCREW WITH SEALING WASHER
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WEEP HOLE (3)
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I+ 6.00 in.
(15.24 cm)
+ \E:ilt
SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW
Figure 1
V896MSH Housing
2.1 Installation of the Housing
The housing may be mounted directly to a solid ceiling.
CAUTION: This unit should not be mounted to a
If it is to be mounted to a pole or vertical wall surface
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dry-wall surface or an acoustic tile or other
using the V896MA Mounting Adapter, refer to Instruc-
dropped-ceiling surface. It must be mounted on
tion Manual X8 19. a surface which is strong enough to bear its
FASTENER NOTE: In the following instructions,
where the manual indicates l/4-20 (UNC-standard)
bolts, screws, and nuts, metric M6 x 1.0 hardware
may be used. Where the manual indicates l/4-inch
lag bolts or other l/4-inch fasteners that must be
supplied by the installer, M6 equivalent fasteners
may be used. Wherever equipment must be mounted
to built-in threaded studs in the housing or wherever
the housing or its accessories have prethreaded
holes, the studs and holes will be threaded and tapped
for UNC or UNF standard fasteners, and the mating
fastener will be supplied in the accessory pack with
the product.
weight and resist unauthorized attempts to dis-
lodge it.
If the housing is being mounted on the ceiling near a
wall, leave an appropriate amount of clear area imme-
diately behind the hinge end of the unit so that the
housing may be opened fully without striking the wall.
The base of the housing has two cable access holes and
four screw holes for ceiling mounting. A dimensional
drawing is provided (Figure 2) to assist in locating the
mounting and cable holes
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WINDOW END
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Mounting Dimensions
1. Use the housing as a template or use the dimensional
drawing (Figure 2) as a guide. Carefully mark the
position of the mounting screws by pressing a sharp
instrument or pen or pencil point to leave marks on
the ceiling.
2. Draw circles on the ceiling where the cable access
holes are to be made. The cable access holes in the
ceiling may be slightly larger than the holes in the
housing, if desired.
WARNING: Whatever means are used to attach the
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housing to the ceiling, it must be done very se-
curely. The housing and camera assembly weigh
about 30 lb (14 kg). Failure to fasten the housing
to the ceiling properly could result in the housing
falling and causing severe injury to someone
beneath it. Also, inadequate attachment may
make the housing vulnerable to vandalism.
3. Attach the housing to the ceiling as follows:
a. If the ceiling is concrete, drill appropriate-sized
holes in the ceiling with a masonry drill, and use
l/4-inch (min.) diameter lag bolts with concrete
anchors.
b. If the ceiling is wood, use l/4-20 (min.) bolts,
nuts, flat washers, and lock washers.
c. If the housing is to be attached to wooden
beams, use l/4-inch (min.) lag bolts no shorter
than 2.5 inches (6.4 cm).
d. If the housing is to be attached to steel beams
or steel plate, use 5/16-18 bolts, nuts, and lock
washers.
4. Align the large rectangular rubber gasket with the
holes in the top of the housing and fasten the hous-
ing to the ceiling with the connectors indicated in
Step 3. Tighten the fasteners securely enough to
assure that moisture cannot get into the housing
through the mounting screw holes or the cable ac-
cess holes.
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2.2 Power Connection
It is most convenient to complete the wiring of the
V896MSH-H Heater/Defogger option at this time, since
there is more room to work without the camera in place.
Cable connections to the camera are completed after its
installation. Refer to Instruction Manual X485 for in-
stallation instructions for the V896MSH-H Heater/De-
fogger option.
The camera requires a 24-VAC input line. The input
power to the camera must correspond to the TV scanning
system of the camera: EIA or EIA-NTSC cameras re-
quire 60 Hz. CCIR or CCIR-PAL require 50 Hz.
2.3 Installation of the Camera and Lens
The camera mount is attached to the fixed base of the
housing and consists of two components. One compo-
nent is pivoted to the housing and has two arms that
extend downward. The second component is a square-
U-shaped piece to which the camera is attached. Both
components share a generous range of adjustments to
allow precise positioning of the camera within the hous-
ing.
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5.
6.
Assemble and adjust the camera and lens as de-
scribed in the camera and lens manuals.
Fasten the camera securely to the square-U-shaped
camera bracket with a l/4-20 x 5/16-inch screw or
bolt.
8. Close the cover again and check the monitor image.
If the camera is now correctly positioned, open the
cover and tighten the three (3) fasteners on the
camera mount assembly. If the position is not cor-
rect, repeat steps 6 through 8 until it is.
Connect the 24-VAC camera input power wires to
the 24-VAC power input connector on the back of
the camera. Connect a coaxial cable terminated with
a BNC connector to the VIDEO connector on the
camera. Connect the other end of the coaxial cable
to a monitor.
Position the camera at approximately the correct
angles and firm up, but do not tighten completely,
the camera mount assembly, screws, and nuts.
NOTE: If the camera has been moved as close to
the window as possible and an excessive amount of
the window border or the inside of the housing is still
visible, it may be necessary to install a lens with a
narrower angle of view on the camera. (A narrower
angle of view is indicated by a larger focal length
number. For instance, a lens with a &mm focal
length has a narrower angle of view than a 4.5mm
lens, and the 4.5-mm lens has a narrower angle of
view than a 3.6mm lens.)
Energize the camera by switching on the camera
input power. Energize the monitor. The camera can
now generate a video output.
9. Check all hardware for tightness, then close and
lock the cover.
Close the housing cover and check the image on the
10. Install the plastic cap over the lock for additional
monitor to which the camera is connected. Note
water protection.
whether the border of the housing window can be
seen on the monitor, and note what small adjust-
ments in up-down tilt or in horizontal swing may be
needed.
7. Open the cover of the housing and allow it to hang
down on its hinges. Move the camera as determined
in Step 6 of this section. If the window border can
be seen on the monitor, move the camera forward.
3. MAINTENANCE
The V896MSH housing requires no maintenance other
than occasional cleaning of the Lexan window. The
window should be cleaned using a soft cloth and plain
soap and water. Do not use abrasive cleaners, which will
scratch the window surface. Do not use any solvent-type
cleaners. Never wipe the window when it is dry.
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Shipping Instructions
Use the following procedure when returning a unit
to the factory:
2. Attach a sheet of paper to the unit with the fol-
lowing information:
1. Call or write Vicon for a Return Authorization
(R.A.) at one of the locations listed below. Record
a.
the name of the Vicon employee who issued the
R.A. b.
VICON INDUSTRIES INC.
525 Broad Hollow Rd.
C.
Melville, NY 11747
Name and address of the company returning
the unit
Name of the Vicon employee who issued the
R.A.
R.A. number
516-293-2200 l-800-645-9116
For service or returns from countries in Europe,
contact
VICON INDUSTRIES (U.K.) LTD
Brunel Way
Brief description of the installation
Complete description of the problem and
circumstances under which it occurs
Unit’s original date of purchase, if still under
warranty
Fareham, PO15 5TX
United Kingdom
44/(O) 14891577775 Fax: 44/(O) 14891578923
3. Pack the unit carefully. Use the original shipping
carton or its equivalent for maximum protection.
4. Mark the R.A. number on the outside of the
carton on the shipping label.
Copyright 0 1997 Vicon Industries Inc. All rights reserved. Vicon and its logo are registered trademarks of Vicon Industries Inc.
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