Page 2 - Important Information; For Your Safety; WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT; Identifications of caution marks
2 Important Information For Your Safety WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The camera and AC adapter have the following caution marks. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN. NO USER-SE...
Page 3 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your camera, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too. This page lists important information that will help to assure yo...
Page 4 - Cautions on Use of this Product; it against a hard object or let it fall.; Do not use the camera near strong radio waves or magnetism.; • If the camera is used near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as a
4 Cautions on Use of this Product - Be sure to read this information - l Cautions on use Do not subject the camera to impact. • This camera is a precision machine. Take great care that you do not strike it against a hard object or let it fall. Do not point directly at the sun. • If direct sunlight s...
Page 5 - Do not use benzene or thinner to clean the surface of the camera.; transport it again, please use the packing box it was shipped in.; Disposal of Batteries
4 5 l Cautions on Storage Do not store the camera in a very humid or dusty place. • If dust gets inside the camera, it may malfunction. Under high humidity, the lens may become moldy, and the camera could become inoperable. We recommend storing the camera in a box with dessicant when storing in a cl...
Page 6 - Regulatory Notice; FCC Statement Warning; including interference that may cause undesired operation.
6 Regulatory Notice FCC Statement Warning 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 und...
Page 7 - Table of Contents
7 Table of Contents Important Information 2 Cautions on Use of this Product - Be sure to read this information - ........................... 4 Regulatory Notice ..................... 6 Introduction 9 Features .................................... 9Checking Accessories ............ 10Names of Parts .....
Page 8 - Configuration via Menus Function; Main Specifications
8 Configuration via Menus Function 37 Operating Menus and Understanding Screens ....... 37 Camera Functions Setup ........ 39 Selecting a Shooting Mode to Match the Conditions (Program AE) .................... 39 Setting the white balance..... 41Setting the digital zoom ....... 43 Image Setup .........
Page 9 - Features; Equipped with a High Resolution HD CMOS Image; As it is equipped with a Hi-Vision 1/2.8 type 2 megapixel CMOS image; Optical 25x Zoom (300x with Digital Zoom); Its digital zoom function lets it take telephoto shots at 300x.; Multiple Video Output Interfaces; The VZ-HD4000A has an HD-SDI interface, which is suitable for long; Equipped with 32 Presets; presets when using the external control function.; External Control Function; Introduction
9 9 In tro duction Features Equipped with a High Resolution HD CMOS Image Sensor As it is equipped with a Hi-Vision 1/2.8 type 2 megapixel CMOS image sensor, the camera can shoot in Hi-Vision. Optical 25x Zoom (300x with Digital Zoom) The zoom lens has a horizontal FOV angle ranging from 62° at ...
Page 10 - Checking Accessories; Ceiling mount fixture
10 In tro duction Checking Accessories After you open the package be sure to check that the following accessories are inside. AC adaptor Connects to the camera. Power cord Connects the AC adapter to an outlet. Remote control RS-422 terminal block connector Used to make a connection cable when using ...
Page 11 - Information on Serial Interface Cables; An RS-232C cable do not come with the product. If you wish to use an; Getting the Remote Control Ready; Caution; Warnings about Using Dry Cell Batteries; Open the lid by pressing in; Insert the batteries; Insert the included AAA; chamber lid; Press in the direction of the arrow
10 11 In tro duction Information on DVI-I and 3G-SDI/HD-SDI Cables l DVI-I and 3G-SDI/HD-SDI cables do not come with the product. Please purchase them separately to match the specifications of your monitor or other external device. Refer to pages 23, 24 and 25 for information on cable types. Alterna...
Page 12 - Names of Parts; Lens; Anti-theft lock installation hole
12 In tro duction Names of Parts Front / Side Lens POWER lamp (P. 28) STANDBY lamp (P. 28) Remote receiver / IR sensor (P. 28, 42) SYSTEM SELECT switch (P. 15) VIDEO SELECT switch (P. 14) EXT SLOT This is an extension slot for maintenance and is not normally used. Anti-theft lock installation hole U...
Page 13 - Rear; Rating label
12 13 In tro duction Rear VZ-HD4000A VZ-HD4900A Base VZ-HD4000A VZ-HD4900A DC IN 12V terminal (P. 22) RS-232C IN terminal (P. 25)RS-232C OUT terminal (P. 26)RS-422 terminal (P. 26)VIDEO OUT (DVI-I) terminal [VZ-HD4900A] (P. 23) VIDEO OUT (HD-SDI) terminal [VZ-HD4000A] (P. 24)VIDEO OUT (3G-SDI) termi...
Page 14 - Setting the VIDEO SELECT; resolution. Be sure to configure; is reflected after the power is
14 In tro duction Setting the VIDEO SELECT Switch This switch allows you to select the video format of the signal to be output from the VIDEO OUT terminals. Caution Be sure to set this switch before you turn on the camera. It can also be set when in the standby mode. (P. 29) Be sure to use a Phi...
Page 15 - SYSTEM SELECT Switch; communication baud rate
14 15 In tro duction SYSTEM SELECT Switch Settings OFF ON 6 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 Switch 1 (Serial communication baud rate switch) OFF* : 9,600 bps ON : 38,400 bps Switch 2 (IR OUT switch) Allows the IR reception signal from the remote control to be output from the RS232C IN terminal. OFF* : Disables o...
Page 17 - Remote Control; CAMERA SELECT Button
16 17 In tro duction Remote Control 1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 Indicators (P. 36) CAMERA SELECT Button (P. 28)FOCUS Button (P. 32) EXPOSURE Button (P. 33) 10-key Buttons (for presets) (P. 35)PRESET Button (P. 35) HOME Button (P. 31) TELE / WIDE Buttons (P. 31) MENU Button (P. 37) BA...
Page 18 - Installation; Installation and Connection
18 In stal lat ion a nd C on ne ction Installation Introduction When installing on a desktop, attach the included front panel (for desktop installation) on the front of the device; for a ceiling installation, attach the front panel (for ceiling installation). (P.10) When installing on a desktop,...
Page 19 - Standard size of usable; Warning; Standard size of mounting
18 19 In stal lat ion a nd C on ne ction Installing it on a Desk or Table Install it in a stable location where it is unlikely to fall off. Mounting on a Tripod (Sold Separately) Attach the tripod to the tripod mounting hole on the base of the camera. Tighten the screw securely by hand. Tripod m...
Page 20 - Ceiling Installation; fixtures (camera side and ceiling
20 In stal lat ion a nd C on ne ction Ceiling Installation Use the included ceiling mount fixtures (camera side and ceiling side), along with the safety wire and screws when mounting the camera on the ceiling. Warning To mount the camera in a high place, such as on the ceiling, have an installer...
Page 21 - on the ceiling mount fixture
20 21 In stal lat ion a nd C on ne ction 3 Mount the ceiling mount fixture (ceiling side) to the ceiling. Use screws that fit in the screw hole of the ceiling mount fixture (ceiling side). (not included) To prevent them from loosening, use a flat or spring washer as needed. Separately purchased scre...
Page 22 - Connections; Connecting to an Electrical Outlet
22 In stal lat ion a nd C on ne ction Connections Connecting to an Electrical Outlet Follow the steps below to connect the camera to an electrical outlet via the included AC adapter and power cord. Connect the wire from the AC adapter to the DC IN 12V terminal on the camera. Connect the power cord...
Page 23 - the specifications of the connected; the specifications of the connected
22 23 In stal lat ion a nd C on ne ction Connecting to a Monitor with an Analog Component IN Terminal VZ-HD4900A To VIDEO OUT (DVI-I) terminal DVI-component converter cable* To component IN terminal HD video monitor, etc. * See P. 63 for terminal specifications. Set to the video output format (P. ...
Page 24 - Connecting to a; according to the specifications of
24 In stal lat ion a nd C on ne ction Connecting to a Monitor with a DVI IN Terminal VZ-HD4900A HD ビデオモニターなど DVI 入力端子へ VIDEO OUT (DVI-I)端子へ DVI ケーブル* To VIDEO OUT (DVI-I) terminal DVI cable* To DVI IN terminal HD video monitor, etc. * See P. 63 for terminal specifications. Set to the video output ...
Page 25 - Connecting to an; Use an RS-232C to connect; communication baud rate) for
24 25 In stal lat ion a nd C on ne ction Connecting to a Monitor with a 3G-SDI IN Terminal VZ-HD4900A HD ビデオモニターなど 3G-SDI 入力端子へ VIDEO OUT (3G-SDI)端子へ 3G-SDIケーブル To VIDEO OUT (3G-SDI) terminal To 3G-SDI IN terminal HD video monitor, etc. 3G-SDI cable Set the video output format (P. 14) according to...
Page 26 - To control more than one
26 In stal lat ion a nd C on ne ction Connecting Multiple Cameras to an External Device l To control more than one camera with an external device via RS-232C or RS-422 cables, connect them in a daisy chain. 1 Using RS-232C or RS-422 cables, make the connections as shown in the figures on P. 27. 2 ...
Page 27 - Connecting with RS-422 Cables; Connecting with RS-232C Cables; SELECT SWITCH 1 (serial communication baud rate) and SYSTEM
26 27 In stal lat ion a nd C on ne ction カメラ１ カメラ2 カメラ3〜 外部コントロール機器 RS-422 ケーブル 端子台 コネクター Connecting with RS-422 Cables カメラ１ カメラ2 カメラ3〜 外部コントロール機器 RS-232ケーブル RS-232ケーブル RS-232ケーブル Connecting with RS-232C Cables External Control Device External Control Device RS-232 cable RS-422 Cables Terminal block...
Page 28 - Before Use; Selecting Remote; Setting the camera’s; Turning the Power ON; Turn on the devices; Hint; the STANDBY lamp lights); the head of the camera will first; Direct Remote Control Function
28 D ire ct R emote C on trol F unc tion Before Use l This chapter describes the functions that can operate the camera directly via remote control. Refer to P. 37 for functions that use menu screens. l Remote control buttons are indicated as [Button Name]. For example, [POWER] refers to the power bu...
Page 29 - Screen Display
28 29 D ire ct R emote C on trol F unc tion Screen Display If you press [DISPLAY], the current settings of camera functions and zoom operations, etc., are displayed as in the following example. If you press [DISPLAY] again, the display turns off. Function Direct Remote Control Operation Menu Operati...
Page 31 - and Zooming; Panning and Tilting; Pans or tilts, thus adjusting the; While looking at the; To return the camera to its; Zooming; The camera can zoom up to 25x; While viewing the
30 31 D ire ct R emote C on trol F unc tion Panning, Tilting and Zooming Panning and Tilting Pans or tilts, thus adjusting the orientation of the camera. 1 While looking at the screen, press the [ / / / ] buttons to pan and tilt the camera Press buttons quickly to make slight movements or pres...
Page 32 - To set the Digital Zoom; Adjusting the; Adjusting the Focus; If it is difficult to adjust the focus; It changes to manual focus; adjust the focus; To focus on a distant
32 D ire ct R emote C on trol F unc tion To set the Digital Zoom Press [DIGITAL ZOOM] repeatedly to turn it On/Off. The zoom can be set to 100x, 200x, 300x. The digital zoom setting can also be switched via the menu. Caution When operating zoom, the focus may blur for a moment. When digital zoom...
Page 33 - m from the lens surface to; the exposure; reflected. When the Program AE
32 33 D ire ct R emote C on trol F unc tion To Revert to Auto Focus Press [FOCUS] again to return to auto focus. Focusing range l T (telephoto) side: Approx. 1.5 m from the lens surface to infinity. l W (wide-angle) side: Approx. 1 cm from the lens surface to infinity. Hint When focusing manually,...
Page 34 - The image is backlight; compensation are not reflected.; Returning Changed; onscreen for several
34 D ire ct R emote C on trol F unc tion Compensating for backlight When the subject is lit from the rear, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too dark. (Backlight C ompensation). BLC 1 Press [BLC] The image is backlight compensation. Pressing [BLC] again canc...
Page 35 - When the camera is in; To Call up a Camera Preset; Press the first digit and then the
34 35 D ire ct R emote C on trol F unc tion Making Camera Presets You can set up presets for different camera settings, such as its pan, tilt and zoom. Once presets are made, they are retained even if the power is turned off. l Presets that can be accessed from the remote control can be made from 1 ...
Page 36 - Remote Control Indicators; configured camera numbers
36 D ire ct R emote C on trol F unc tion Remote Control Indicators l Whenever you operate a camera via the remote control, the indicators of the configured camera numbers (CAMERA*) light up. l While entering the number of the camera whose preset is being called up, the indicators of the configured c...
Page 38 - select the menu item of; The sample screenshot; select the desired; The sample screenshot is set; To close the menu
38 C on figurat io n v ia M en us F unc tio n 2 Press [ ] or [ENTER] to access menu selections on the 2nd level from the screen in step 1 Camera Functions Setup ENTER Program AE Digital Zoom White Balance RETURN Auto Off Auto Select the shooting mode. Choose the optimum mode for shooting condition...
Page 39 - Selecting a Shooting; Program AE Mode; A function to reduce flickering; Spotlight
38 39 C on figurat io n v ia M en us F unc tio n Camera Functions Setup Selecting a Shooting Mode to Match the Conditions (Program AE) You can also select a shooting mode that better suits the situation for even clearer images. Program AE Mode Auto (No icon appears.) Automatically adjust the expos...
Page 41 - Program AE mode; Setting the white; When you wish to adjust the color,; White balance mode; To shoot in fine weather.
40 41 C on figurat io n v ia M en us F unc tio n Selecting Program AE Modes 1 Press [MENU] 2 Select [Camera Function Setup] [Program AE] Program AE mode 3 Use the [cursor buttons] to choose the setting value in the selected Program AE mode 4 Press [ENTER] to exit the [MENU] The selected Prog...
Page 42 - white balance mode; straight ahead, it may be difficult; Point the camcorder at; blinking on the screen.
42 C on figurat io n v ia M en us F unc tio n Selecting a white balance mode 1 Press [MENU] 2 Select [Camera Function Setup] [White Balance] white balance mode 3 Press [ENTER] to exit the [MENU] Caution Do not block the infrared sensor with your hand or other things to obtain a good cast for y...
Page 43 - The white balance; It may be difficult to perform; Setting the digital
42 43 C on figurat io n v ia M en us F unc tio n 5 To close, press [MENU]; to redo the process, go back to step 4 and repeat The white balance configured in [Set] is saved until the next time it is configured. In order to match the coloring exactly, reconfigure [Set] every time the shooting co...
Page 44 - Image Setup; This sets the depth of; Selecting Different; Select the desired
44 C on figurat io n v ia M en us F unc tio n Image Setup This sets the depth of color (Saturation) This allows you to set the color level. It can be set in a range from 0 to 15 (16 steps). The larger the setting value, the stronger the color. Setting Outline Intensity (Enhancement) This allows ...
Page 45 - Swivel Setup; Movement; Limiting the Pan/Tilt; OFF and the configured movable; Setting the Pan/Tilt
44 45 C on figurat io n v ia M en us F unc tio n Swivel Setup Reversing Pan/Tilt Movement This allows you to reverse the pan/ tilt movement when the cursors [ / / / ] are pressed. To reverse left/right movement, set Reverse Pan to ON; to reverse up/ down movement, set Reverse Tilt to ON. Caution I...
Page 46 - Initial Setup; Setting the Output; This allows you to configure the; Regardless of the output format; Reverting All Menu; The following screen opens.; If you reset the settings, all of the
46 C on figurat io n v ia M en us F unc tio n Initial Setup Setting the Output Format (Color System) VZ-HD4900A This allows you to configure the DVI-I image output format. You can select from between RGB and YPbPr to match the connected monitor. 1 Press [MENU] 2 Select [Initial Setup] [Color S...
Page 47 - Troubleshooting; If this Happens; Appendix
47 47 A pp en di x Troubleshooting Before requesting repairs, look at the following things. After doing so, if there is still some problem in its operation and you cannot resolve it yourself, please contact the store where you purchased it. Refer to P. 67 for information on after sales service. If t...
Page 51 - Menu Structure; The camera’s menus are structured as follows.; Setting
50 51 A pp en di x Menu Structure The camera’s menus are structured as follows. Menu Item (Top Level) Menu Item (2nd Level) Setting Refer to Camera Functions Setup Program AE Auto* P. 38 Manual Shutter Iris Spotlight White Board White Balance Auto* P. 40 Manual Set Outdoor Indoor 1 Indoor 2 Digital ...
Page 53 - Preset Items and Retained Settings; When settings have been registered to Preset 1, the camera starts; Saturation(Color Level) gain setting value
52 53 A pp en di x Preset Items and Retained Settings The following table shows the items that can be saved to presets (P. 35) and the settings that are retained in the absence of anything registered to Preset 1. l When settings have been registered to Preset 1, the camera starts up with the setting...
Page 54 - Software License Information
54 A pp en di x Software License Information Relevant Software License Agreement Linux KernelbusyboxlibgcclzoU-Boot GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2 glibc GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2.1 The software incorporated into this product is composed of multiple independent software module...
Page 60 - devices are subject to change without notice.
60 A pp en di x Main Specifications Image Sensor 1/2.8 type CMOS sensor Effective pixels: Approx. 2 megapixel Lens F1.4-4.0 f=4.4-110mm, 25x Video Signal Formats Switched via the Video Select switch 1080p/59.94*, 1080p/50*, 1080p/29.97, 1080p/25, 1080i/59.94, 1080i/50, 720p/59.94, 720p/50, Serial co...
Page 61 - Dimensional Drawing; Top
60 61 A pp en di x 4-M3 1/4-20UNC Ø 5 Dimensional Drawing Desktop Installation Top Front Base Unit: mm Side
Page 62 - Base
62 A pp en di x 4 - Ø5.6 hole Dimensional Drawing Ceiling Installation Base Front Bottom Unit: mm Side
Page 65 - RS-422 Connection Wiring Diagram
64 65 A pp en di x RS-422 Connection Wiring Diagram 1 RxD OUT– 2 RxD OUT+ 3 TxD OUT– 4 TxD OUT+ 5 GND 6 RxD IN– 7 RxD IN+ 8 TxD IN– 9 TxD IN+ GND RxD OUT– RxD OUT+ TxD OUT– TxD OUT+ 1 RxD OUT– 2 RxD OUT+ 3 TxD OUT– 4 TxD OUT+ 5 GND 6 RxD IN– 7 RxD IN+ 8 TxD IN– 9 TxD IN+ 1 RxD OUT– 2 RxD OUT+ 3 Tx...
Page 66 - Using RS-422 terminal; Slotted screwdriver; When Unplugging
66 A pp en di x Using RS-422 terminal block connectors 1 Insert the wire (AWG 28-18) into the hole you wish to connect and tighten the corresponding screw with a slotted screwdriver. Slotted screwdriver Wire (AWG 28-18) 2 Plug the RS-422 terminal block connector into the RS-422 terminal. 1 2 3 4 5...
Page 67 - HITACHI; HD Color Video Camera Products; LIMITED WARRANTY; DIGITAL MEDIA DIVISION
66 67 U.S .A. ONLY NOT VALID IN CANADA HITACHI HD Color Video Camera Products LIMITED WARRANTY HITACHI AMERICA, LTD. DIGITAL MEDIA DIVISION PO BOX 99652 TROY, MI 48099 U.S.A Tel: 1-800-HITACHI PTZ CAMERA Limited Warranty (VALID IN THE UNITED STATES AND PUERTO RICO ONLY.) LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS AND C...
