Vicon VM615 User guide

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
MODEL VM615’154NCH HIGH-RESOLUTION COLOR MONITOR
1. INTRODUCTION
This manual provides installation and operation proce-
brightness, contrast, chroma (color saturation), phase
dures for the VM615 15-Inch High-Resolution Color
(tint), vertical and horizontal hold, vertical and horizon-
Monitor. The monitor is available in two model variations: tal position, and vertical size. Refer to Figure 1.
VM615, designed for use with the EIA/NTSC
television system and a 120 V, 60 Hz power
source.
VM615-P, designed for the CCIR/PAL
television system and for a 230 V, 50 Hz
power source.
Both models will be referred to as the VM615 in this
manual, unless specified otherwise.
This monitor should only be installed by qualified per-
sonnel using approved materials and practices in con-
formance with federal, state, and local codes. Read these
instructions thoroughly before beginning an installation.
Failure to comply with these instructions may result in
personal injury and/or damage to the equipment.
Standard connectors are provided for all signal inputs:
BNC connectors for composite video, miniature four-
pin DIN connector for S-VHS video, and RCA connec-
tors for audio. The monitor is housed in a steel cabinet
with generous provision for air circulation to dissipate
heat. The cabinet is provided with a carrying handle. A
detachable power cord that plugs into a standard IEC
320 power cord connector is supplied. The fuse is housed
in a fuse tray built into the IEC 320 connector for easy
access without having to remove the monitor case.
A looping output connector (BNC) is provided for com-
posite video, along with a switch for selecting 75-ohm
or high-impedance video termination. A looping output
connector (RCA) is also provided for audio.
The VM615 is intended for use in closed-circuit televi-
sion (CCTV) systems. Horizontal resolution is an ex-
tremely high 600 TV lines. Inputs are provided for
standard composite video (NTSC RS-170A or CUR/PAL,
depending on monitor model) and for separate Y/C signals
for playback of S-VHS tapes. Composite or S-VI-IS input
channels are selected with front-panel pushbuttons. The
monitor also features a built-in speaker. Controls include
The VM615 meets FCC requirements for a Class A
device. The VM615-P complies with European Com-
munity EMC Directive 89/336. The product was sub-
jected to the testing outlined in European Normalization
Standard EN 50081-l (Electromagnetic Compatibility
- General Emissions Standard Part 1: Residential, Com-
mercial, and Light Industry), and EN 50082-l (Electro-
magnetic Compatibility - Generic Immunity Standard
Part 1: Residential, Commercial, and Light Industry).
2. INSTALLATION
This monitor should only be installed by qualified per-
sonnel using approved materials and practices in con-
formance with federal, state, and local codes.
CAUTION: All monitors must be installed in a
A
location that provides adequate air circulation
for cooling. Do not blockany of the air circulation
openings in the cabinet.
WARNING: TO PREVENT RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Product specifications subject to change without notice.
(CEI
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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
“dan$erous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
Theexclamation pointwithin an equilateral triangle is intended toalert
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 instructlons 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 CCTVsvstem without serious/v jeopardizing securitv. Sreo b
applies to equip’ment that must operaie’cokinuousyy 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 aeiosol 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 dfrect exposure to outdoor environments.
8.Accessories- Do notplacetliisvideoproducton anyunstablesurface
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 t: with a mounting e vrdeo product.
Any mounting of the video product should follow Vicon’s instructions,
and a mounting accessory recommended by Vicon should be used.
9. Ventilation
ventilation and
- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
to ensure rellable operation of the video product and
to orotect it from overheatine. and theseoaenings must not be blocked
or’covered. The openings yhould never’be bbcked by
lacing the
video product on a rug or other similar surface. This VI eo product J
should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat regisier. 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 typeof power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sureofthetypeofpowersuppliedtoyour installatlonsite,consuItyour
Vicon dealer or local power company. For video products intended to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
ll.Grounding-Thisapplies tovideoproductsequi pedwith a3-wire
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (groun mg) pin. This plug cr
only fits into a groundin
you areunableto insertt a-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 thev are not likelv to be walked on or Dinched bv items olaced
upon 0; against them; payin
convenience receptacles, an CF
particular attkntion to dords at’ plugs,
the pointwhere they exit from thevideo
product.
13.OutdoorCableCrounding-Ifanoutsidecablesystem isconnected
to the video product, be sure the cable system is grounded so as to
A
A
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.
provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static
charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70-1964, 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-discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the 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 ower lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can all into such power lines or circuits. When P
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
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 volta e
points or short out
Never spill liquid o Parts that could result in a fire or electric shota
.
any kind on the video product.
18. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this video product yourself
as opening or removing covers may expose
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ou to dangerous voltage
or other hazards. Refer all servicing to quall led 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 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 Ii
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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 impro7l instructions. Adjust only those
contra s that are cov- Y
of other controls may result in damage and .P
er adjustment
WI I 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 perform-
ance -this indicates a need for service.
20. Reolacement Parts - When reolacement oarts are reauired. be sure
the se&ice technician has used rkplacemeni parts specified b; Vicon
or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unaut tl 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 to
determine that the video product is in proper operating condition.
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FCC NOTICE
WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply l Plug the equipment into a different electrical outlet
with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant so that the computer and receiver are on different
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed branch circuits.
to provide reasonable protection against harmful in-
terference when the equipment is operated in a com-
mercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-
tion manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/television technician for addi-
tional suggestions.
The user may find the following booklet prepared by
the Federal Communications Commission helpful:
“Interference Handbook,” Bulletin CIB-2, ISBN
0-16-045542-l. This booklet is available from the
U.S. Government Printing Office, Superintendent
of Documents, Mail stop SSOP, Washington, D.C.
20402-9328.
WARNING: Power must be removed from this
A
unit before removing circuit modules or rib-
bon cables.
CAUTION: This unit contains circuit cards with
If this equipment does cause interference to radio and
television reception, which can be determined by
turning equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try and correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
l Reorient the receiving antenna.
l Relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver.
l Relocate the equipment away from the receiver.
Aintegrated circuit devices that can be damaged
by static discharge. Take all necessary precau-
tions to prevent static discharge.
2.1 Unpacking and Inspection
All Vicon equipment is inspected and tested before
leaving the factory. It is the carrier’s responsibility to
deliver the equipment in the same condition in which it
left the factory.
2.1.2 INSPECTION FOR CONCEALED
DAMAGE
As soon as possible after delivery, unpack the unit and
inspect it for concealed damage. Do not discard the carton
or packing materials. If the unit is damaged, contact the
carrier immediately and request forms for filing a damage
claim. Make arrangements for a representative of the
carrier to inspect the damaged equipment.
2.1.1 INSPECTION FOR VISIBLE DAMAGE
Immediately inspect the cartons upon delivery. Make a
note of any visible damage on all copies of the carrier’s
freight bill.
Make sure the carrier’s agent (the person making the
delivery) signs the note on all copies of the bill. If the agent
does not have claim forms, contact the carrier’s office.
If the equipment must be returned for repair, follow the
Shipping Instructions at the end of this document.
2.2 Controls and Connectors
Figure 1 shows the front panel and rear panel controls
and connectors. Complete all video and audio connec-
tions before connecting the unit to a power outlet.
2.2.1 VIDEO CONNECTIONS
The VM615 monitor accepts composite video, S-VHS
(Y/C) video, or RGB (red-green-blue) video inputs.
Each type of video input requires a dedicated connector.
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FRONT PANEL
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1 Main power switch 6 Tint (phase) control
(vertical line) is ON; (circle) is OFF. Rotate to obtain the most natural looking colors on the monitor.
2 Composite video channel selector 7 Saturation (chroma) control
Push to select the composite video input (input to BNC connector). Rotate to increase or decrease the intensity of colors on the monitor.
3 S-VHS channel selector 6 Contrast control
Push to select the S-VHS video input (input to DIN connector). Rotate to select soft or high-contrast picture.
4 RGB channel selector 9 Brightness control
Not used in CCTV applications. Rotate to set overall picture brightness.
5 Volume control 10 Power LED
Rotate to adjust the speaker volume. Illuminates when the power switch is set to ON.
REAR PANEL
I1 AUDIO IN connector 18 Horizontal hold control
Audio from external source is input here for the built-in speaker. Adjust this control if the picture is tilted to either side or tears
I2 AUDIO OUT connector to either side.
The audio input at the AUDIO IN connector is looped out 19 Horizontal position
here for connection to another audio device. Adjust this control if the picture is not centered horizontally.
I3 S-VHS IN connector 20 Vertical hold control
Video from a camera or VCR with separate Y/C outputs is Adjust this control if the picture rolls up or down.
input at this connector. 21 Vertical size
I4 Termination switch
Adjust this control to make the picture fill the screen
If the composite video is not looped out (that is, if there is no vertically or to obtain correct vertical proportions of objects in
cable connected to the VIDEO OUT BNC) set this switch to ON; the picture.
if video is looped out, set this switch to OFF. 22 Vertical position
15 VIDEO IN connector Adjust this control if the picture is not centered vertically.
V&o from a composite video source is input at this BNC connector. 23 Fuse tray
16 VIDEO OUT connector
Remove power cable plug from the power input connector
If the video that is input at the VIDEO IN connector is to be and slide this tray outward to gain access to the fuse.
looped to other equipment, the cable to the other equipment 24 Power cable connector
is connected here. Connect the female connector on the power cord here.
17 RGB IN connector
Input for RGB video. Not used in CCTV applications.
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2.2.1.1 Composite Video
If the video source generates standard EIA/NTSC RS-170A
orCClR/PAL color or monochrome video, connectacoaxial
cable with a male BNC connector to the BNC connector
labeled VIDEO IN on the monitor’s rear panel. If the video
is not going to be looped out to another video device, set the
termination pushbutton switch to the ON (75ohm) position.
NOTE: For best performance, use only the types of
coaxial cables specified in Coaxial Cable Selection
in Section 5, Reference.
If the video is going to be looped out to another piece of
equipment, connect a coaxial cable between the VIDEO
OUT connector on the monitor and the other equipment.
The termination switch should be set to OFF (high
impedance). The last device in the video line must be
terminated with 75 ohms.
2.2.1.2 S-VHS Video
If the video source generates S-VHS video, connect a
cable with a 4-pin male micro-DIN connector to the
mating connector labeled S-VHS IN on the monitor’s
rear panel. There is no termination switch for this input
and no looping output. Refer to Figure 2.
2.2.1.3 RGB Video
RGB video is input at the g-pin D-shell connector
(Figure 1, item 17). The mating connector must be wired
according to Figure 3. There is no termination switch
for this input and no looping output.
2.2.2 AUDIO CONNECTIONS
Connect an audio cable terminated with a male RCA
audio connector to the female RCA connector labeled
AUDIO IN, if audio is going to be used. The audio input
signal should be 0.5 volt rms.
If the audio is going to be looped out to another device,
connect another cable to the AUDIO OUT connector.
2.2.3 POWER CONNECTIONS
Connect the female end of the power cable to the IEC
320 power connector. Plug the other end of the power
cable into a wall outlet of the correct voltage for the
monitor, The correct input voltage is specified on a label
on the rear of the monitor.
CAUTION: Connecting this monitor to an incor-
A
rect input voltage could damage the monitor:
3. OPERATION
All normal operations and adjustments are carried out
with the front panel controls. Refer to Figure 1. The front
panel has a power switch, video channel selection
switches, and image quality controls.
Termination switch: Before using the monitor, confirm
that the 75-ohm termination switch on the rear panel
(Figure 1, item 14) is set correctly. If the video is not
looped out from the VIDEO OUT connector to another
device, set the termination switch to ON. If the video is
looped out to another device, set the switch to OFF.
Channel selection: On the front panel, select either
composite video or S-VHS video by pressing the appro-
priate pushbutton (Figure 1, items 2 and 3). The button
for the selected channel latches in its inward position
when the channel is selected. The RGB channel is not
used in CCTV applications.
Power: The power switch is located on the front panel
(Figure 1, item 1). Press the switch so that the power
LED at the right end of the front panel illuminates
(Figure 1, item 10).
Volume: Rotate this control clockwise to increase the
sound volume from the internal speaker.
Pin No.
2
3
4
Function
ground
ground
color burst input
(C signal)
luminance input
(Y signal)
The wiring side of the mating connector is shown.
Figure 2
S-VHS Video Connector
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The wiring side of the mating connector is shown.
Pin
No.
Figure 3
RGB Video Connections
Function: VM615 Function: VM615-P
ground ground
composite sync no connection
B input R input
G input G input
R input B input
ground intensifier
ground no connection
ground horizontal sync
ground vertical sync
Tint: This control adjusts the color balance. Its normal
setting is in the center, which is identified by a click detent.
Adjust this control for the most natural looking color.
Saturation: This control determines how intense the
color is. Its normal setting is in the center, which is
identified by a click detent. Adjust this control to provide
the most pleasing color intensity.
Contrast: This controls tonal range of the picture. At
minimum contrast, the black and white areas in the scene
are somewhat gray and the overall picture tends to look
dull. At maximum contrast, black objects are very black
and show little or no detail, and white objects are very
bright and show little or no detail. The picture looks harsh.
The normal setting is in the center, which is identified by
a click detent. Adjust this control to provide the good
contrast without losing detail in the black and white areas.
Brightness: This control adjusts the overall picture
brightness. It should be used in conjunction with the
contrast control to obtain the most pleasing overall
image. The normal setting is in the center, which is
identified by a click detent.
Rear panel adjustments: The monitor’s rear panel has
five recessed adjustments for horizontal hold, horizontal
position, vertical hold, vertical size, and vertical position.
It should never be necessary to touch these, but if the picture
shows any of the problems referred to in the callouts to
Figure 1, these controls can be adjusted carefully, by a
qualified technician, to improve the picture.
4. MAINTENANCE
The VM615 monitor does not require scheduled main-
a damp cloth from time to time to remove dust. Do not
tenance. The picture tube may be carefully wiped with spray a glass cleaner directly on the screen.
4.1 Fuse Replacement
If the unit is switched on but does not operate and the
2. Unplug the power cord from the back of the moni-
power LED on the front panel does not illuminate, test tor. This makes the fuse tray accessible.
the wall outlet. If the wall outlet is good, the fuse in the
monitor may be defective. The fuse is located in a tray
molded into the IEC 320 power connector on the monitor
3. Slide the tray out and examine the fuse. If it is defec-
tive, replace it with a fuse of the same properties:
rear panel. Refer to Figure 1,
1, Set the power switch on the front of the monitor to
the OFF position.
Size: 5 x 20 mm
Type: T2AL 250 V, slo-blo
Current: 2 amps maximum
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5. REFERENCE
COAXIAL CABLE RECOMMENDATIONS
CAUTION:
A
Careful selection of the proper cable is essen-
tial to obtain the best performance from this equipment.
Vicon assumes no responsibility for poor performance
when cables other than those recommended are in-
stalled. in all cases, coaxial cable impedance should be
75 ohms.
Materials
Jse only cable with a pure copper center conductor. Do not
Jse cable with either a copper-plated steel or an aluminum
:enter conductor because these do not transfer signals effec-
ively in the frequency range used in CCTV networks. Acenter
:onductor with low DC resistance is required for effective
XTV operation.
solid-core bare copper conductor is best suited to video
Ipplications, except where flexing occurs. If the coaxial
:able will be subjected to flexing during normal use, select
1 cable with a stranded cehter conductor.
The preferred dielectric material is cellular (foam) polyethyl-
zne. It has better electrical characteristics than solid polyeth-
flene, but is morevulnerableto moisture. Therefore, useonly
solid polyethylene dielectric cable with a heavy exterior
nsulation in applications subject to moisture.
The shield must be copper braid providing 95% or better
coverage.
Installation Tips
Do not stretch cable or subject it to sharp bends.
Keep the cable out of contact with hot pipes or any other heat
source. Even ifthere isnotenough heattocauseobviousdamage
to the cable, transmission characteristics will be affected.
In locations where the cable must be continuously flexed (for
example, with scanners or pan-and-tilt drives), use cable
intended for such movement. This cable will have stranded
wire center conductor.
Use only crimp-type BNC connectors.
Cable Types and Operating Distances
The most commonly used cable types are RG-59/U and
RG-II/U. Each is actually a family of cables with widely
varying electrical characteristics, some of which are not
suitable for CCTV applications.
The maximum camera-to-unit distance for the three most
common cables is listed in Table A. The characteristics ofthe
cables in this table should be used as a guideline when cables
other then Belden are used. Materials and construction must
TABLE A
RECOMMENDED CABLES
Cable Belden
Type Type No. Alpha
Type No. West Penn Type No. Type Center Conductor Type Shield and % Coverage Maximum
Distance
for Best Picture
RG-1 l/U 8213 9847
FIG-6U 9248 9804C
8281 9803
RG-59/U
9259
-
9659
-
‘BC = bare copper, 2TC = tinned copper
811,4811 14 Solid BC’ BC braid (95%) 820 fl(250 m)
806,4806 18 Solid BC Foil +61% TC* (100%) 530ft(160m)
815 20 Solid BC
2 TC braids (96%) 400 ft (120
m)
816 22 Stranded BC BC braid (95%) 400 fl(120 m)
-
22 Stranded BC BC Braid (95%) 400 It (120 m)
TABLE B
DC RESISTANCE (OHMS) PER 1000 FEET OF EQUIVALENT CABLES
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c Shipping Instructions I
Use the following procedure when returning a unit
to the factory:
1. Call or write Vicon for a Return Authorization
(R.A.) at one of the locations listed below. Record
the name of the Vicon employee who issued the
R.A.
VICON INDUSTRIES INC.
89 Arkay Drive
Hauppauge, New York 11788
5 16952-CCTV (2288) or toll free l-800-645-91 16
Fax: 5 16-95 1 -CCTV (2288)
For service or returns from countries in Europe,
contact
2. Attach a sheet of paper to the unit with the fol-
lowing information:
a. Name and address of the company returning
the unit
b. Name of the Vicon employee who issued the
R.A.
c. R.A. number
d. Brief description of the installation
e. Complete description of the problem and
circumstances under which it occurs
f.
Unit’s original date of purchase, if still under
warranty
VICON INDUSTRIES (U.K.) LTD
Brunel Way
Fareham, PO15 5TX
United Kingdom
44/(O) 1489/577775 Fax: 44/(O) 1489/578923
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.
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