Canon communication camera VCC50iVCC50iR User Manual

							INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Canon Communication Camera VC-C50i/VC-C50iR.
Please read this Instruction Manual carefully to ensure that you use the Product
correctly and safely. Read the “a Safe Use of Equipment” section first and
observe these instructions when you use the Product.
Features of the VC-C50i/VC-C50iR Communication Camera
■Genuine Canon 26× optical zoom and 12× digital zoom for high-
magnification imaging
■Capable of shooting at low light levels down to 1 lux
■Built-in infrared light allows shooting even at 0 lux (Night mode)
■High-speed high-precision camera head movement
■Noise reduction circuitry for crystal clear images 
						

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Copyright Information
Video or still images recorded using your VC-C50i/VC-C50iR cannot be used in
ways that infringe copyright laws or without the consent of the owner, unless
intended for personal use only.
Note
The contents of this Manual are subject to change without notice.
CANON and the CANON logo are registered trademarks of Canon Inc. Other
names of products and companies mentioned in this Manual are trademarks or
registered trademarks of the respective companies.
© Copyright 2003 CANON INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Exclusion of Liability
If the Product is connected to a recording device (for example a VCR), Canon
Inc. accepts no responsibility whatsoever for any financial losses that may be
incurred as a result of the loss of recorded information or images, regardless of
the internal or external cause of the loss.
Notice
This product uses a microcomputer. External radio frequency energy, may cause
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a CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVERS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The serial number of this equipment may be found on the back of the camera
head. No others have the same serial number as yours.
You should record the number and other vital information here and retain this
book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of
theft.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased from
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No. VC-C50i or VC-C50iR
Serial No.
a Important Warnings
For Users in the UK (PA-V16)
When replacing the fuse only a correctly rated approved type should be used
and be sure to re-fit the fuse cover.
The AC adapter can be connected to the VC-C50i/VC-C50iR from a standard AC
power outlet. Please check your instruction manual to make sure that your
VC-C50i/VC-C50iR is compatible with this adapter.
– The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and should be easily
accessible.
– Unplug the apparatus from the wall outlet before cleaning or maintaining.
An exclamation point, within a triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the equipment.
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a CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING
INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
FDA regulation
This equipment has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) for use as a medical device. When incorporated into a system with
medical applications, FDA regulations may apply. Consult your legal advisor to
determine whether FDA regulations apply.
a Important Operational Instructions
a WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
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IC NOTICE
This product does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus as set out in the Interference-causing equipment standard
entitled ‘Digital Apparatus’, ICES-003 of the Industry Canada.FCC NOTICE
COMMUNICATION CAMERA, Model: PT-50iN/PT-50iNR/PT-50iP/PT-50iPR
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
 - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
 - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
 - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of
Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise
specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you
could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A. Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
Tel No. (516) 328-5600 
						

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In these safety instructions, the word
“equipment” refers to the Canon
communication camera VC-C50i/VC-C50iR
and all its accessories.
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and
operating instructions should be read
before the equipment is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and
operating instruction should be retained
for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the
equipment and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and
maintenance instructions should be
followed.
5. Cleaning - Unplug this equipment from
the wall outlet before cleaning.
Wipe the equipment with a clean soft
cloth. If necessary, put a cloth in diluted
neutral detergent and wring it well
before wiping the equipment with it.
Finally, clean the equipment with a
clean dry cloth. Do not use benzene,
thinner or other volatile liquids or
pesticides as they may damage the
product’s finish. When using chemically-
treated cleaning cloths, observe those
precautions accordingly.
6. Accessories - Do not use accessories
not recommended in this manual as
they may be hazardous. Always use
specified connection cables. Connect
devices correctly.
7. Water and Moisture - Hazard of electric
shock - Do not use the equipment near
water or in rainy/moist situations. Do
not put a heater near this equipment.
8. Placing or Moving -
Do not place on an
unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket or
table. The equipment
may fall, causingserious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the equipment. An
equipment and cart combination should
be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the equipment and cart
combination to overturn.
9. Power Sources - The PA-V16 AC
adapter 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 supply to your home,
consult your equipment dealer or local
power company.
10. Polarization - The PA-V16 AC adapter
is equipped with a polarized 2-prong
plug (a plug having one blade wider
than the other).
The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into
the power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug still fails
to fit, contact your electrician to replace
your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.
11. Power Cord Protection - Power cords
should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them. Pay
particular attention to plugs and the
point from which the cords exit the
equipment.
12. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an
outside antenna is connected to the
equipment, be sure the antenna 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 No.70-1984, provides
information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of
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antenna discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements
for the grounding electrode. See figure
1.
fig-1
13. Lightning - For added protection of this
equipment during a lightning storm, or
when it is left unattended and unused
for long periods of time, disconnect it
from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna. This will prevent damage to
the equipment due to lightning and
power-line surges.
14. Power Lines - An outside antenna
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
antenna system, extreme care should
be taken to keep from touching such
power lines or circuits as contact with
them might be fatal.
15. Overloading - Do not overload wall
outlets and extension cords as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
16. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push
objects of any kind into this equipment
through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short outparts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Be careful not to spill
liquid of any kind onto the equipment.
17. Servicing - Do not attempt to service
this equipment yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified
personnel.
18. Damage Requiring Service -
Disconnect this equipment from the wall
outlet and all power sources including
batteries, and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the
following conditions.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug
is damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or
objects have fallen into, the
equipment.
c. If the equipment has been exposed
to rain or water.
d. If the equipment does not operate
normally even if you follow the
operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by
the operation instructions. Improper
adjustment of other controls may
result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the equipment
to its normal operation.
e. If the equipment has been dropped
or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the equipment exhibits a
distinct change in performance. This
indicates a need for service.
19. Replacement Parts - When
replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used
replacement parts that are specified by
Canon or that have the same
characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result
in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
POWER SERVICE
GROUNDING ELECTRODE
SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
ANTENNA LEAD
IN WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE
UNIT (NEC
SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION
810-21)
GROUNDING CLAMPS
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS
PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
GROUNDING
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
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20. Safety Check - Upon completion of any
service or repairs to this equipment, ask
the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the equipment
is in safe operating order.
21. Do not install the equipment in the
following locations as this can cause a
fire or electric shock:
 -Hot locations
 -Close to a fire
 -Very humid or dusty locations
 -Locations exposed to direct sunlight
 -Locations exposed to salt spray
 -Close to flammable solvents (alcohol,
thinners, etc.)
22. When any of the following occurs,
immediately switch OFF the equipment,
unplug it from the main power supply
and contact your nearest Canon
supplier. Do not continue to use the
equipment as this can cause a fire or
electric shock.
 -The equipment emits any smoke,
heat, abnormal noise, or unusual
odor.
 -A metal object falls into the
equipment.
 -The equipment is damaged in some
way.
23. Please observe the following when
using the equipment. Failure to do so
can result in a fire or electric shock.
 -Do not use flammable sprays near
the equipment.
 -Do not subject the equipment to
strong impacts.
24. Please observe the following when
handling the batteries. Failure to do so
can result in the batteries bursting or
emitting heat, sparks or corrosive fluid.
 -Do not throw the batteries into a fire,
and do not heat, short-circuit or
attempt to disassemble the batteries. -Do not attempt to recharge the
batteries.
 -Do not use batteries other than those
specified for use with the equipment.
25. Please observe the following when
handling the batteries. Failure to do so
may result in the batteries bursting or
emitting heat, sparks or corrosive fluid.
 -When the batteries are used up, or
when the equipment will not be used
for an extended period, remove the
batteries.
 -When replacing the batteries, always
replace both batteries, and do not
use different types of batteries
together.
 -Ensure that the + and – terminals are
correctly positioned when you load
the batteries.
 -If any soiling or leakage of the
internal battery fluid occurs,
thoroughly clean the soiling or leaked
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Cleaning the Lens
Use a commercially available lens cleaner to remove any soiling from the
lens.
■The auto-focus may not function correctly if the surface of the lens is dirty.
■Scratches on the surface of the lens will cause image defects.
Maintenance
Cleaning the Equipment
1. Unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet.
2. Carefully wipe the equipment with a soft cloth that has been moistened
with water or a mild detergent.
Do not use flammable solvents such as alcohol, benzene or thinners.
The use of such substances can cause a fire or electric shock.
aWARNING
Icons Used in This Instruction Manual
aWARNING Represents instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or
serious personal injury caused by incorrect operation of
equipment. Instructions indicated by this icon must be observed
for safe operation.
Indicates important information that must be observed or actions
that are prohibited during an operation. These notes must be
read to prevent possible faults or damage to the equipment.
Indicates supplementary information or a reference to an
operation. Users are advised to read these memos.
MEMONOTE
3. Wipe with a dry cloth.
4. When you have finished, plug the AC adapter back in to
the wall outlet.