Page 2 - Installation Instructions; INTRODUCTION; TABLE A; Option; Monochrome; Dimensions; MC
Page 2 MC3820 and MC5720 Cameras Installation Instructions INTRODUCTION These instructions cover Pelcos MC3820 and MC5720 Series cameras. Read all of these instructions. Use them to install your camera and have them available for its lifetime. Refer to Table A for the camera models and their featur...
Page 3 - PRODUCT SAFETY; practice for Class 1 earth protected equipment.; REGULATORY NOTICES; Electromagnetic Compatibility; DECLARATIONS
Page 3 Installation Instructions MC3820 and MC5720 Cameras PRODUCT SAFETY Ensure installation and servicing is carried out by qualified personnel. Isolate from the supply circuit before any servicing. Installation method and materials must be capable of supporting four times the total weight of ...
Page 4 - CAUTIONS; CAUTION; POWER SUPPLY
Page 4 MC3820 and MC5720 Cameras Installation Instructions CAUTIONS CAUTION In order to avoid damaging your camera, note the following points.1) The camera has threaded mounting points on the top and bottom of the case. Only use a standard, photographic mounting bolt with a 1/4-20 UNC thread. 2) Bef...
Page 5 - CONTROLS AND SWITCHES
Page 5 Installation Instructions MC3820 and MC5720 Cameras CONTROLS AND SWITCHES On the side of the camera is a hinged flap. The hinged flap covers various adjustment controls and function switches. (6) (8) (12) (9a) (9b) (10) (10) (11) MC3820-3 and MC5720-3 MC3820-2X and MC5720-2X Side View Top Vie...
Page 6 - ON; when using fixed or manual iris lenses. When using Auto-; OFF; Iris and DC Lens Level Adjustment Potentiometer.; (8) Electronic Iris and DC Lens Level Adjustment Potentiometer; Only connect the camera to a class 2 power supply.
Page 6 MC3820 and MC5720 Cameras Installation Instructions CONTROLS AND SWITCHES (4) Electronic Iris (EI) The Electronic Iris (EI) compensates for excessive light level by automatically adjusting the shutter speed. The electronic iris should be ON when using fixed or manual iris lenses. When using A...
Page 7 - CAMERAS MUST BE; . Ensure that a secure means of isolation from
Page 7 Installation Instructions MC3820 and MC5720 Cameras CONTROLS AND SWITCHES (9b) Supply Voltage Power Cord (MC3820-3 and MC5720-3) The non-detachable power supply cord must be connected to a power supply of 230 VAC +10% / -15% at 50 Hz. REFER TO THE WIRING INSTRUCTION LABEL ATTACHED TO THE SUPP...
Page 8 - LENS SELECTION; Lens size; LENS SETUP PROCEDURES
Page 8 MC3820 and MC5720 Cameras Installation Instructions LENS SELECTION Suitable lens types are C and CS mount in fixed iris, manual iris, auto-iris or direct drive versions. Sizes are shown below. Cameras are factory set for CS mount lenses. If using a C mount lens, rotate either of the back focu...
Page 9 - FOCUS ADJUSTMENT; Zoom Lenses; SYNCHRONIZATION; Internal; WARRANTY AND RETURN INFORMATION
Page 9 Installation Instructions MC3820 and MC5720 Cameras FOCUS ADJUSTMENT Zoom Lenses Set the lens focus to infinity and fully open the iris by covering the lens with a suitable neutral density (ND) filter. Zoom out to the widest field of vision and view a distant object. Adjust the back focus scr...
Page 12 - Original version
REVISION HISTORY Manual # Date C o m m e n t s C1934M 8/99 Original version 8/99 AC supply voltage changed from 12-30 VAC to 14-30 VAC ® Pelco and the Pelco logo are registered trademarks of Pelco © Copyright 1999, Pelco. All rights reserved. Pelco Manual C1934M (8/99)