Vicon V3000APT-1 User manual

X323
MODEL V3000APT-1
INDOOR PAN-AND-TILT DRIVE
VICON INDUSTRIES INC., 89 ARKAY DRIVE, HAUPPAUGE, NEW YORK 11788-9633
TELEPHONE: 516-952-CCTV (2288) FACSIMILE: 516-951-CCTV (2288)
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V3000APT-1 Instruction Manual
V3000APT-1 Light-Duty Indoor
Pan-and-Tilt Drive with Autopan
Warning: To reduce a risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
Copyright © 1998 Vicon Industries Inc. All rights reserved.
Product specifications subject to change without notice.
Vicon and its logo are registered trademarks of Vicon Industries Inc.
Vicon Part No. 8006-8323-03-00 Section 1 Rev 498

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Dear Valued Customer:
Thank you for selecting Vicon systems and products for your video
needs.
Since Vicon’s beginning in 1967, our only business has been the
design, engineering, and production of the highest quality video systems
and equipment for use in a wide variety of security, safety, control,
surveillance, and communication applications.
We stand behind the quality and dependability of every product
with an industry leading Beneficial Use warranty.
If you are not satisfied with a Vicon product or service, I would like
to know. Your complete satisfaction is the mission of every Vicon
employee.
Sincerely,
Kenneth M. Darby
President

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X323 Rev 498 V3000APT-1 Pan-and-Tilt Drive Contents •• i
Contents
List of Figures....................................................................................................................................ii
Important Safeguards.....................................................................................................................iii
Introduction.......................................................................................................................................1
Installation..........................................................................................................................................2
Mounting the Unit................................................................................................................................2
Inverted Mounting................................................................................................................................2
Wiring the Unit.....................................................................................................................................3
Adjusting the Limit Stops.....................................................................................................................4
Mounting the Camera ..........................................................................................................................5
Operation and Maintenance..........................................................................................................6
Shipping Instructions......................................................................................................................7

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List of Figures
Figure 1
V3000APT-1 Cable Assembly Diagram ....................................................................................................2
Figure 2
Limit Stop Adjustment.............................................................................................................................5
Figure 3
V3000APT-1 Camera Mounting-Plate Latch.............................................................................................5

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Important
Safeguards
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.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert 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 aapplies to equipment that can be
disconnected from the CCTV system without seriously
jeopardizing security. Step b applies to equipment that
must operate continuously such as video 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 product on
any unstable surface or table. The video product may
fall, causing serious injury to a person and serious
damage to the video product. Use only with a mounting
accessoryrecommended by Vicon, or sold with the 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 it from overheating,
and these openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by placing the
video product on a rug or other similar surface. This
video product should never be placed 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 sure of the type of
power supplied to your installation site, consult your
Vicon dealer or local power company. For video

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products intended to operate from battery power, or
other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
11. Grounding -This applies to video products
equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug
having a third (grounding) pin. This plug only fits into a
grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If
you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact
your electrician 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, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the video product.
13. Outdoor Cable Grounding -If an outside cable
system is connected 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 70-1984, provides information with respect
to proper grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location
of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding
electrode.
14. Lightning -For added protection for this video
product when it is not used for long 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
keep from touching such power lines or circuits as
contact with them might be fatal.
16. Overloading -Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result 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 voltage points or short out
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquid of any kind on the video product.
18. Servicing -Do not attempt to service this video
product yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
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 cdoes not apply to outdoor
camera housings, outdoor pan-and-tilt drives and
other equipment specifically designed for direct
exposure to outdoor environments.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
the video product.
c. If the video product has been exposed to rain or
water.
d. If the video product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions, as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require 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 performance-this indicates a need for service.
20. Replacement Parts -When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by Vicon or that have the
same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
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 to determine that the video
product is in proper operating condition.

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Introduction
The information in this manual covers the installation, operation, and maintenance of Model V3000APT-1 Pan-
and-Tilt Drive. This unit should be only be installed by a qualified technician in accordance with national, state,
and local wiring codes. Read these instructions through completely before attempting installation.
The V3000APT-1 is a light-duty, indoor 24 VAC pan-and-tilt drive with autopan, specifically designed for small
CCTV cameras. The unit uses a counterbalance system designed to handle loads up to 15 pounds (6.8 kg)
when mounted in either an upright or inverted position.
Operational stability without coast is provided by drive motors with instant start-stop characteristics. Drive trains
are constructed with acetal output gears, and slow speed, high torque motors maintain a low noise level. A
retractable cord prevents wire fatigue during autopan operation. Tilt stops are externally accessible for
adjustment, and the camera plate can be easily removed for servicing by simply sliding the two camera latches
open.
The V3000APT-1 may be energized using an appropriate 24 VAC control unit or a combination of a 24 VAC
control unit with an appropriate relay box. The table in the Installation chapter lists maximum operating
distances.
This unit complies with UL standard 1409.

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Installation
Mounting the Unit
Model V3000APT-1 pan-and-tilt is designed to operate in either an upright or inverted position. To perform
properly, the unit must be securely fastened to a suitable mount, such as the V1600WM Wall Mount. The
camera must be correctly mounted and balanced on the unit. The V3000APT-1 may also be mounted directly to
a rigid, flat surface capable of supporting the combined weight of the unit and camera when the V3200SB
Square Base option is used. The proper mounting position for the unit is with its axis vertical, either upright or
inverted. If Model V3200SB is used, refer to Instruction Manual X505 for installation instructions.
Warning: The pan-and-tilt drive must not be mounted with its axis horizontal. Under no circumstances
should the unit be used outdoors. Either action voids the product warranty.
Inverted Mounting
When the unit is mounted in the inverted position, the up-down and left-right directions are reversed for manual
operation. This must be corrected when wiring the cable between the control unit and the pan-and-tilt drive.
Simply reverse the leads going to terminals 2 and 3 and also 5 and 6 of the connector at either end of the cable.
See Figure 1.
Figure 1
V3000APT-1 Cable Assembly Diagram

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Wiring the Unit
Fabricate interconnecting cable in accordance with the following directions and Figure 1. For proper operation,
the distance between the pan-and-tilt and its control unit should not exceed the distance given in the following
table for the particular wire size used.
The cable should be Class 1 wiring in accordance with Article 725 of the National Electrical Code.
Relay Box Wire Size (AWG)
Annealed Copper Maximum Distance ft (m)
22 980 (300)
None 20 1,500 (460)
18 2,500 (760)
16 4,000 (1,200)
V181RM-122 6,000 (1,800)
20 10,000 (15,000)
The accessory kit includes a nine-pin connector, a strain relief with screw, a grommet, and eight pin contacts.
Perform the following procedure to wire the unit:
1. Slide the grommet onto the cable with the flanged end toward the end of the cable.
2. Strip the cable jacket 1-1/4 in. (3.2 cm) and separate the individual connectors.
3. Prepare the individual conductors for soldering or crimping. If crimping, use AMP tool No. 90325-1 or its
equivalent.
Note: Remember to reverse leads for inverted mounting. Refer to Inverted Mounting on page 2.
Caution: The contact cannot be removed from a connector after it is inserted unless an AMP extraction tool,
No. 455822-2, is used.
4. After soldering or crimping the contacts, push them into the proper holes in the connector until they snap
into place.
5. Slide the grommet toward the connector until the flange is close enough to be enclosed in the strain relief.
6. Fold the strain relief along its molded hinge, making sure that the small lugs on the connector fit into the
recesses of the strain relief.
7. Make sure the flange of the grommet is inside the strain relief, and screw the strain relief closed with the
screw provided.

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Adjusting the Limit Stops
After the cable is installed and the unit is mounted, adjust the limit stops as follows.
1. Plug the associated control unit into an appropriate power source. Be sure that the AUTOPAN switch is in
the OFF (manual) position.
2. Remove both pan-limit stops (Figure 2, Legend 2 and 3) by pulling outward. The stops can be set in
increments of five degrees.
3. Press the joystick to the RIGHT to rotate the pan head to the desired stop position.
4. Install one limit stop (Legend 2) just to the right of the switch actuator by pushing it into the groove until it
snaps into place. The switch actuator can be seen in the space between the pan-stop plate and the pan
housing on the side opposite the cable.
5. Press the joystick to the LEFT to rotate the pan head to the desired left stop position. Install the left pan-
limit stop (Legend 3) on the left side of the switch actuator.
6. With both limit stops in place, pan to both stop positions and recheck for exact trim of limit stops.
7. Loosen the slotted screw on each side of the unit and rotate each knob clockwise as far as it goes. There
are two (2) tilt stop knobs (Legend 4), one on each side of the unit. The knob on the right side (facing the
FRONT label on the flange of the top plate) is the down direction limit stop. The knob on the left side of the
unit is the up direction limit stop. The stops can be set in increments of five degrees.
8. Drive the tilt to the UP limit desired, then rotate the left knob counterclockwise until a click is heard. Tighten
the screw.
9. Drive the tilt to the DOWN limit desired and then rotate the right knob counterclockwise until a click is
heard. Tighten the screw.
10. Drive the tilt to both stop positions to check position accuracy. Repeat steps 8 and 9 if necessary.
Figure 2

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Limit Stop Adjustment
Mounting the Camera
Perform the following procedure to mount the camera:
1. Remove the camera mounting plate from the unit by sliding open the two (2) latches (Figure 3, Legend 1) on
the underside of the top plate. Move the latch handle toward the left to open.
2. Determine the best balance point to mount the camera/lens load evenly by placing the camera on a flat
surface and inserting a pencil or similar object under the unit to find the center balance point. The position of
the pencil indicates the point on the camera that should be at the center of the camera mounting plate.
3. Note the location of the label FRONT on the top edge of the support platform. For upright installation, the
camera should be mounted with the lens to the FRONT side for proper tilt operation. For inverted mounting,
face the camera in the opposite direction.
4. Attach the camera/lens to the camera plate, selecting one of the three holes (Figure 2, Legend 1) which
results in the best balance of the camera on the pan-and-tilt, with the 1/4-20 screw and lockwasher
supplied.
5. Place the camera attached to its mounting plate on the unit, facing it in the proper direction, and slide the
two (2) latches to the right, securing the camera to the unit.
Figure 3
V3000APT-1 Camera Mounting-Plate Latch

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Operation and Maintenance
The V3000APT-1 is operated by an appropriate remote control unit. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with
the control for details of operation with this unit.
The V3000APT-1 pan-and-tilt is factory-lubricated and requires no lubrication or maintenance for the life of the
unit. If the unit should stop functioning, turn it off and check the fuse on the control unit. Replacement fuse
values are given in the instructions supplied with the control.
Repairs should only be attempted by qualified personnel in an adequately equipped facility.