Panasonic Video Monitor Wv Bm1790 Operating Instructions

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Model No.WV-BM1790
Video Monitor
Operating Instructions
POWER
VideoMonitorWV-BM 1790
ONOFFV HOLDBRIGHT
CONTRAST
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS 
						

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The serial number of this product may be found on the rear
of the unit.
You should note the serial number of this unit in the space
provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your
purchase to aid identification in the event of theft.
Model No.
Serial No.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
The lightning flash with arrowhead sym-
bol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the pres-
ence of uninsulated dangerous voltage
within the products enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilat-
eral triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the appli-
ance.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
SA 1965
SA 1966
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction 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.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example -
use only shielded interface cables when connecting to com-
puter or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications
not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user’s authority to operate this equip-
ment.
For U.S.A
CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  ...................................................................................................... 3
PREFACE .................................................................................................................................................... 4
FEATURES .................................................................................................................................................. 4
PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 4
MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS  .................................................................... 5
CONNECTIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 6
INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................................... 7
SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................................................... 8
STANDARD ACCESSORY  .......................................................................................................................... 8
OPTIONAL ACCESSORY  ........................................................................................................................... 8
ENGLISH VERSION 
						

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8) Do not use near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the points
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a
cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-overs.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
S3125A
ENGLISH 
						

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The Panasonic Video Monitor WV-BM1790 reproduces
sharp black and white images on a 16-inch diagonal
screen, designed primarily for industrial applications, and
accepts standard CCIR/EIA input signals.
PREFACE
• Refer all work related to the installation of this prod-
uct to qualified service personnel or system
installers.
• Do not block the ventilation opening or slots on the
cover.
To prevent the appliance from overheating, place it at
least 5 cm (2 inches) away from the wall.
• Do not drop metallic parts through slots.
This could permanently damage the appliance. Turn
the power off immediately and contact qualified service
personnel for service.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the equipment.
To prevent electric shock, do not remove screws or
covers.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Contact
qualified service personnel for maintenance.
• Handle the appliance with care.
Do not strike or shake it, as this may damage the
equipment .• Do not expose the equipment to water or moisture,
nor try to operate it in wet areas.
Take immediate action if the equipment becomes wet.
Turn the power off and refer servicing to qualified ser-
vice personnel. Moisture may damage the equipment
and also cause electric shock.
• Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when
cleaning the equipment body.
Use a dry cloth to clean the equipment when it is dirty.
When the dirt is hard to remove, use a mild detergent
and wipe gently. Afterwards, wipe off the remained part
of the detergent in it with a dry cloth.
• Do not operate the equipment beyond its specified
temperature, humidity or power source ratings.
Use the equipment at temperatures within –10˚C -
+50˚C (14˚F - 122˚F) and a humidity below 90 %.
The input power source for this equipment  is 120 V AC
60 Hz.
PRECAUTIONS
FEATURES
• 413 mm (16-1/4 inches) diagonal viewing size.
• Horizontal resolution of 1 000 lines at the center.
• Looped through BNC connectors for video input and
output.• Accepts multi-standard (CCIR or EIA) input
• Can be mounted into the optional rack with the WQ-
LM170E rack mounting bracket. 
						

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MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
wqert
Video Monitor   WV-BM1790POWER
ON
OFFV.HOLD BRIGHT CONTRAST
qPower Button (POWER ON/OFF)
This button turns the monitor power on and off.
wPower Indicator
Is on when the monitor power is turned on.
eVertical Hold Control (V-HOLD)
This control is used to lock the vertical position of the
picture.
rBrightness Control (BRIGHT)
Adjusts the picture brightness. Turn this control coun-
terclockwise to increase the brightness, and turn it
clockwise to reduce the brightness.
tContrast Control (CONTRAST)
Adjusts the picture contrast. Turn this control counter-
clockwise to increase the contrast, and turn it clock-
wise to reduce the contrast.
Front View
AC IN
yoiu
1790OUT VIDEO
INCCIR EIA
 Rear View
yTV Standard Selector (CCIR/EIA)
Selects either TV standard CCIR or EIA.
uVideo Input Connector (VIDEO IN)
For inputting a composite video signal from an external
device.
iVideo Output Connector (VIDEO OUT)
The video input signal connected to the video input
connector is looped through to this connector and ter-
minated automatically.
oAC Inlet Socket (AC IN)
Plug the power cord (supplied as a standard accesso-
ry) into this socket and connect it to an AC outlet. 
						

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OUT VIDEO
IN
OUT VIDEO
IN
Coaxial
CableCoaxial Cable
Cameras
First Video
Monitor
Last Video
Monitor
Video Switcher
Connection with the Camera
Site
Connect the Video output of the camera site equipment to
the VIDEO IN connector at the rear of the monitor using a
coaxial cable.
The maximum coaxial cable length between the camera
and the monitor is shown in the table below.
Cable
CONNECTIONS
The connections described below should be made by qualified service personnel or system installers.
An example of a basic connection is shown below.
A
IN
Video Switcher
AC IN OUT VIDEO
INCCIR EIA
Cable lengthRG-59/U
3C-2VRG-6/U
5C-2VRG-11/U
7C-2VRG-15/U
10C-2V
500 m
(1 650 ft)750 m
(2 475 ft)1 000 m
(3 300 ft)1 250 m
(4 125 ft)
Multiple Monitor Connection 
Connect the VIDEO OUT connector on the monitor to the
VIDEO IN connector of an other monitor with a coaxial
cable to monitor the same video on multiple monitors.
Up to 10 monitors in total can be connected in a series
before signal loss occurs. The total cable length should not
exceed 150 m (500 feet). 
						

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INSTALLATION
The installation described below should be made by qualified service personnel or system installers.
Mounting in a Rack
The monitor can be mounted into the rack as shown in the figure.
Rack mounting requires the purchase of optional WQ-LM170E Rack Mounting Bracket.
1. Remove the four rubber feet by removing the four screws on the bottom of the monitor.
2. Remove the four screws on both side panels of the monitor.
3. Place the rack mounting bracket on the side panels of the monitor and tighten it with the four supplied screws (M4 x 12).
4.  Install the monitor with the rack mounting bracket in the rack andsecure it with eight screws (procured locally).
Cautions:
• Do not block the ventilation opening or slots on the cover to prevent the monitor from overheating.
Always keep the temperature in the rack below 45°C (113°F).
• If the rack is subject to vibration, then secure the rear of the monitor to the rack by using additional mounting brackets
(procured locally).
M4x12
M4x12
(WQ-LM170E
 accessory)
Rack Mounting Screws
(procured locally)       Rack
Remove rubber feet.
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Power source: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption: approx. 27 W
Screen size: 443 mm (17-7/16”) diagonal tube size
413 mm (16-1/4’’) diagonal viewing size.
Horizontal resolution: 1 000 TV lines at center
Video input: 1.0 V[p-p] EIA composite/75 Ω, BNC
(selectable 1.0 V[p-p] CCIR composite/75 Ω)
Video output: looped through input with auto termination, BNC
Horizontal scanning frequency: 15.75 kHz (15.625 kHz)
Vertical scanning frequency: 60 Hz (50 Hz)
Sweep linearity: horizontal; less than 5 %
vertical; less than 5 %
Sweep geometry: less than 2 %
Overscanning: approx 6 %
Ambient operating humidity: less than 90 %
Ambient operating temperature: –10°C - +50°C (14°F - 122°F)
Dimensions: 406 mm (W) x 354 mm (H) x 398 mm (D)
16’’ (W) x 13-15/16 (H) x 15-11/16’’ (D)
Weight: 13.0 kg(28.6 lbs.)
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Cord .................................................................1 pc.
STANDARD ACCESSORY
Rack Mounting Bracket ............................................... WQ-LM170E
OPTIONAL ACCESSORY 
						

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