VPC-64/ VPX-64 VIDEO POLE CAMERA OPERATION MANUAL RESEARCH ELECTRONICS INTERNATIONAL 455 Security Place Algood, TN 38506 U.S.A. +1 931-537-6032 http://www.reiusa.
© COPYRIGHT RESEARCH ELECTRONICS INTERNATIONAL This manual contains proprietary information intended solely for use with the VPC-64 Video Pole Camera, and the VPX-64 Extended Pole Camera and relative accessories. All information contained within this manual is subject to change without notice. The Video Pole Camera is sold in two different versions: 1. The VPX-64, which extends to 12.5 feet (386cm) 2. The VPC-64, which extends to 6.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION........................................................................................ 1 PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................... 3 CONTROLS ............................................................................................... 4 MONITOR .............................................................................................. 4 CAMERA HEAD...........................................
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the VPC-64 Video Pole Camera, or VPX-64 Extended Video Pole Camera. Both models of the Video Pole Camera allow you to extend your view of your surroundings that might otherwise be difficult or dangerous. With REI’s Video Pole Camera, you can look up into drop ceilings or down underneath desk and chairs, or other higher to reach areas. In this way you can visually verify problems without the need to climb ladders or crawl on the floor.
PRECAUTIONS PRECAUTIONS Do not use the Video Pole Camera near power lines or high voltage wiring, possible electrocution may occur. Exercise care in walking, climbing or other movements while watching the LCD Monitor. Serious injuries may result. If the Video Pole Camera is used to move overhead objects, do not stand directly under the object or in its path. If the object slips and falls personal injury could result. Do not lift objects over 5 lbs with the Video Pole Camera.
CONTROLS CONTROLS MONITOR Figure 1 “Monitor Controls” 1. Power On Indicator: The unit can be “ON” with or without a Camera Head attached to the pole. 2. Power Switch: turns the unit “ON” and “OFF”. 3. DC Power In Jack: power input for the unit. 4. Low Battery Indicator: indicates the battery is low and should be recharged. 5. Color Saturation*: controls the amount of color displayed on the Monitor*. 6. Contrast*: controls the video Monitor contrast. 7. Monitor Brightness*: controls Monitor brightness. 8.
CONTROLS CAMERA HEAD Figure 2 “Camera Head” (Color Camera Head Pictured) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Camera Connector: connects the Camera Head to the pole. This connector provides both electrical and physical connections. Camera Lens: can be rotated to focus the video image. It can also be changed with either of the additionally supplied Wide and Telephoto lenses. LED Lights: provide the supplemental light (either white light or IR light, depending on Camera Head) in low to dark lighting conditions.
USING THE VIDEO POLE CAMERA USING THE VIDEO POLE CAMERA ASSEMBLING THE UNIT 1. Remove the main body of the Video Pole Camera, which includes the pole and monitor, from the case. 2. Remove the camera from the case 3. Place the camera on the pole such that two connectors align. There is a tab in the connector on the pole and a slot in the connector on the camera. 4. Push and rotate the locking ring, located on the camera’s connector. 5.
USING THE VIDEO POLE CAMERA EXTENDING THE POLE The VPC-64 can be extended up to 6.5 feet (200cm) and the VPX-64 can be extended up to 12.5 feet (386cm). To extend the pole, release one or more locking latches on the side of the pole. Extend the pole to the desired length. Close the locking latches. When the Video Pole Camera is at or near its full extended length, the pole may have to be held at the desired length while the locking latches are closed.
USING THE VIDEO POLE CAMERA VIEWING RECORDED VIDEO Video from an external video source can be viewed on the LCD Monitor of the VPC. Using the supplied video cable, insert the 3.5mm stereo plug in the Video I/O Jack. Then the Video In RCA jack in the external video source. Note, when used to view external video signals the Camera’s video signal is not displayed.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS VPC-64 OVERALL LENGTH Extended with Camera Head attached 6.5 feet (200cm) Retracted with Camera Head attached 24.5 inches (62cm) WEIGHT VPC-64 with Camera Head attached: 3.6 lbs (1.6 kg) Case with VPC-64 and all accessories: 11.0 lbs (5 kg) CASE SIZE 18.5 in (47cm) x 6 in (15.3cm) x 14.5 in (36.8cm) VPX-64 OVERALL LENGTH Extended with Camera Head attached 12.5 feet (386cm) Retracted with Camera Head attached 38.0 inches (96cm) WEIGHT VPX-64 with Camera Head attached: 4.
SPECIFICATIONS COLOR CAMERA HEAD* Signal Format: NTSC Horizontal Resolution: More than 380 Lines Sensitivity: 0.5 Lux / F1.2, 1.0 Lux / F2.0 (AGC on) Illumination: 4 White LEDs with variable brightness control Camera Lens: 3.6mm, 8 mm, & 16 mm Camera Tilt: +90˚ to -25˚ IR ILLUMINATED BLACK & WHITE CAMERA HEAD* Signal Format: NTSC Horizontal Resolution: 420 Lines Sensitivity: 0.0003 Lux / F1.2, 1.0 Lux / F2.0 (AGC on) Illumination: 6 White LEDs with variable brightness control Camera Lens: 3.
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RESEARCH ELECTRONICS INTERNATIONAL 455 Security Place Algood, TN 38506 U.S.A. +1 931-537-6032 http://www.reiusa.net/ © COPYRIGHT RESEARCH ELECTRONICS INTERNATIONAL This manual contains Proprietary Information solely for use with the VPC-64. All information within the manual is subject to change without notice.
