Canon communication camera VCC50iVCC50iR User Manual

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CONTENTS
a Safe Use of Equipment .......................................................................................... 4
a Important Warnings ................................................................................... 4
a Important Operational Instructions .......................................................... 5
a IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................... 7
Maintenance...

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Before You Use the Product
●Instruction Manual
●Warranty Card (NTSC model only)
Checking the Camera and Its Accessories
Before you install the Product, check that all the items shown below are included in your
product package. If any of these items is missing, contact your Canon dealer.
Nomenclature
■ Optional Product
● Wireless Controller WL-V5 (→ P.19)
● Wide-angle Converter WL-37 (→ P.14)
Cannot be used on the VC-C50iR.
* The screw mount for a tripod is located in the center of the underside of the...

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Installing the Product
(Installation)
• Distance between tapped holes: 114 mm (4.49 in.)
• Tapped hole diameter: 6 mm (0.24 in.)
• Mounting plate thickness: 1 mm (0.04 in.)
Install the camera securely.
●When installing the camera on the ceiling, contact your Canon dealer.
●When installing the camera on the ceiling, check that the ceiling is strong enough to
bear the weight of the camera including the installation bracket. Installation in a
weak location could result...

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Using the Wide-angle Converter
The optional Wide-angle Converter WL-37 can be used to provide wide-angle shots (approx.
0.74× the normal focal distance).
Mount the wide-angle converter correctly so that it is level and fitted securely onto the
camera. When mounted correctly, the wide-angle converter should turn roughly 3 times before
stopping.
Connecting the Components
Wide-angle Converter
The Wide-angle Converter WL-37 cannot be used on the VC-C50iR. If the converter
is...

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Attaching the Multiconnector to the Camera
1. Raise the levers on each side of the
multiconnector plug.
2. Push the multiconnector plug into the
multiconnector socket.
3. Push the multiconnector plug in fully.
■The multiconnector plug is locked into the
socket on the rear of the camera.
Connecting to the Multiconnector
Use the procedure below to plug leads (AWG No.28-18) into
the multiconnector plug.
1. Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver all the way into
the slot next...

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Multiconnector Pin Layout
A1 Y GND Y OUT B1
A2 C GND C OUT B2
A3 RTS OUT CTS OUT B3
A4 TX OUT RX OUT B4
A5 GND GND B5
A6 RTS IN CTS IN B6
A7 TX IN RX IN B7
A8 Light_ON/OFF- Light_ON/OFF+ B8
A9 Alarm_- Alarm_+ B9
A10 Sensor_- Sensor_+ B10
ItemPin No.Pin name Signal direction Notes
S-video out
A1 Y GND Output⇒ MONITORS-video luminance outputGND
B1 Y OUT Output⇒ MONITOR S-video luminance output
A2 C GND Output⇒ MONITORS-video chroma output
GND
B2 C OUT Output⇒ MONITOR S-video...

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External lighting
control signal
ItemPin No.Pin name Signal direction Notes
A8 Light_ON/OFF- Output Current inputExternal lighting switch50V/200mA (max.)
B8 Light_ON/OFF+ Output Current outputExternal lighting switch
50V/200mA (max.)
A9 Alarm_- Output Current inputAlarm control 50V/
200mA (max.)
B9 Alarm_+ Output Current outputAlarm control 50V/
200mA (max.)
A10 Sensor_- Input Current input GND
B10 Sensor_+ Input Current outputPull-up to 5V, diode
protectedExternal...

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Turning the Power ON and OFF
The VC-C50i/VC-C50iR camera does not have a power switch. You can switch the camera on
by plugging the AC adapter into a wall outlet. When power to the camera is switched on, the
LED on the camera turns green. If the monitor is switched on, an image appears on the
screen.
Monitor Camera
AC adapter to AC outlet
AC cable
●Whenever you turn the camera on, the first use of the PC or wireless
controller to control the camera initializes the camera...

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Controlling the Camera from the Wireless Controller
The Wireless Controller WL-V5 is optional.
While the wireless controller buttons are being used, the LED on the camera blinks green (at
0.1-second intervals).
Nomenclature
Whenever possible, switch the camera off when it is not in use (→ P.26) as this
reduces power consumption. If the camera will not be used for an extended
period, unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet (→ P.18). If you turn the
power off, the date and time will be...

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Controlling the Camera from the Wireless Controller
The wireless controller requires two AA-type batteries.
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Insert the batteries.
■Taking care that the poles (+ and –) are
correctly positioned.
3. Replace the battery cover.
Operable Range of the Wireless Controller
Use the wireless controller within the range described below, facing it toward the sensor for
the wireless controller. The operable range of the wireless controller varies depending on the
amount of charge...