Panasonic WV-CW970 Operating Instructions Manual

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-9-• In a motor vehicle, on a boat, or other areas subjectto strong vibration (This camera is not designed foruse in a vehicle.)• Near an air conditioner outlet or any areas subject tosudden changes in temperature. (Such conditionscan cause clouding and condensation formation onthe dome cover.)■ Remove the protective sheet from the dome coverafter the installation work is complete.■ Wiring power to the cameraThe camera does not have a power switch. During theelectrical work, configure the power supply to thecamera so it can be turned on and off.■ Noise interference considerationsWhen using a power line that is greater than 240 V ACand wiring that is longer than 1 meter, wiring should berouted using a separate metal conduit. (The metalconduit must be earth grounded.)Important:• Before setting up the camera for a configurationwhere the camera's RS485 data port is used forcamera control (pan, tilt, etc.) by the systemcontroller, the camera's DIP switches must beconfigured to specify the unit number andcommunication parameters. (page 12)If DIP switch setting is not performed, thesystem controller control will not be possibleand camera setup will have to be performedagain. Be sure to check the DIP switch settingsbefore setting up the camera.Note: If you need to connect a ground, be sure to do itbefore you connect the main power. Also, when removingthe ground, be sure to disconnect the main power.■ Beware of high humidity.If the camera is installed when humidity is very high,moisture may collect in the camera and cause thedome to become foggy. If the dome becomes foggy,remove it when the humidity is low and eliminate themoisture inside the camera, and then replace thedome. (page 6, 7)■ About the heaterThe camera comes with a built-in heater so it can beused in cold regions. The heater automatically turns onwhen the internal temperature goes below 10 °C.However, snow and frost that collect on the domecover may not melt if the temperature falls below -40°C. Care needs to be taken regarding the ambient andinternal temperature when using the camera in coldregions.■ About effects on image qualityThe camera does not have a wiper. If the camera isinstalled in the following conditions image quality maydeteriorate or the image may be invisible.(1) In the rainThe picture may be hard to see if the wind blowsrain onto the dome cover while it is raining.(2) In the snowWhen it snows, snow may collect on the domecover and block some of the picture. (The amountof snow that collects on the dome cover dependson the quality and amount of the snow.)(3) Effects of dust and automobile exhaustAirborne dust and automobile exhaust, from thelocation where the camera is installed, may causedirt to build up on the dome cover and reduce thequality of the picture.■ Important hints to help with the installation• A self-cleaning function is activated (PAN/TILT/ZOOM/FOCUS) when the camera is turned on.• There is a limit to the number of devices that can beput together in one configuration. Check the ratingsand outer dimensions before hooking up thedevices.