SNC-DF50N - Security Camera SONY - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Network Security Camera
Model	SNC-DF50N
Brand	Sony
Image Sensor	1/3-type Progressive Scan CCD
Effective Pixels	Approx. 380,000 (NTSC) / 440,000 (PAL)
Minimum Illumination	0.8 lx (F1.2, 50 IRE)
Lens	Built-in fixed, 3.6mm (F1.2)
Angle of View	Horizontal: 70°, Vertical: 53°
Video Compression	JPEG
Maximum Frame Rate	15 fps (NTSC) / 12.5 fps (PAL)
Network Protocol	TCP/IP, HTTP, ARP, ICMP, FTP, SMTP, DHCP, DNS, NTP
Power Supply	DC 12V or PoE (IEEE 802.3af)
Power Consumption	Approx. 4.5W
Dimensions (W x H x D)	130 x 105 x 150 mm
Weight	Approx. 500 g
Operating Temperature	0°C to +50°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C to +60°C
Humidity	20% to 80% (non-condensing)
Security	IP filtering, password protection
Maintenance	Clean lens with soft dry cloth; avoid solvents
Spare Parts and Repairability	Contact Sony service center; no user-serviceable parts
General Information	Indoor use only; includes mounting bracket

Frequently Asked Questions - SNC-DF50N SONY

How do I reset the Sony SNC-DF50N to factory defaults?

Press and hold the reset button (located on the camera) for about 5 seconds using a paperclip. The camera will reboot with default settings.

What is the default IP address of the SNC-DF50N?

The default IP address is 192.168.0.100. You can change it via the network settings in the web interface.

Does the camera support PoE (Power over Ethernet)?

Yes, the SNC-DF50N supports PoE (IEEE 802.3af) for both power and data over a single Ethernet cable.

How can I access the camera remotely?

You can access the camera via its IP address in a web browser. For remote access, set up port forwarding on your router and use the external IP.

What is the maximum resolution of this camera?

The camera outputs 640x480 pixels (VGA) for NTSC and 768x576 pixels for PAL.

Does the camera have night vision?

No, the SNC-DF50N does not include built-in infrared LEDs for night vision. It requires ambient light (minimum 0.8 lx) to produce an image.

How do I mount the camera?

The camera comes with a mounting bracket. Attach the bracket to a wall or ceiling using screws, then slide the camera onto the bracket and tighten the screw.

Can I record video from this camera?

Yes, you can record video using the camera's FTP client to upload JPEG images to an FTP server, or use third-party software that supports JPEG streams.

What browsers are compatible with the camera's web interface?

The web interface works best with Internet Explorer (with ActiveX) on Windows. It may have limited functionality on other browsers.

Is the camera weatherproof?

No, the SNC-DF50N is designed for indoor use only. It should not be exposed to rain or moisture.

USER MANUAL SNC-DF50N SONY

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

IPELA DynaView

SNC-DF50N/DF50P

© 2007 Sony Corporation Printed in China

http://www.sony.net/

Owner's Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No.

Serial No.

WARNING

To reduce a risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

WARNING

This installation should be made by a qualified service person and should conform to all local codes.

WARNING

A readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the building installation wiring.

WARNING (for Installers only)

Instructions for installing the equipment on the ceiling or the wall: After the installation, ensure the connection is capable of supporting at least a force of 50 Newtons (N) downwards.

CAUTION

The rating label is located on the bottom.

CAUTION for LAN port

For safety reason, do not connect the LAN port to any network devices that might have excessive voltage.

The LAN port of this unit is to be connected only to the devices whose power feeding meets the requirements for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) and complies with Limited Power Source according to IEC 60950-1.

Power Supply

Caution for U.S.A. and Canada

The SNC-DF50N operates on 24 V AC or 12 V DC. The SNC DF50N automatically detects the power

Use a Class 2 power supply which is UL Listed (in the U.S.A) or CSA-certified (in Canada).

Caution for other countries

The SNC-DF50N/DF50P operates on 24 V AC or 12 V DC.

Use a power supply rated 24 V AC or 12 V DC which meets the requirements for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) and complies with Limited Power Source according to IEC 60950-1.

For customers in the U.S.A. (SNC-DF50N only)

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 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.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

For Customers in Canada (SNC-DF50N only)

For customers in other countries

WARNING

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

In the case that interference should occur, consult your nearest authorized Sony service facility.

ATTENTION

The electromagnetic fields at specific frequencies may influence the picture of the unit.

- You should keep in mind that the images or audio you are monitoring may be protected by privacy and other legal rights, and the responsibility for making sure you are complying with applicable laws is yours alone. - Access to the images and audio is protected only by a user name and the password you set up. No further authentication is provided nor should you presume that any other protective filtering is done by the service. Since the service is Internet-based, there is a risk that the image or audio you are monitoring can be viewed or used by a third-party via the network. - SONY IS NOT RESPONSIBLE, AND ASSUMES ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY TO YOU OR ANYONE ELSE, FOR SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS, IN VIATIONS OR EVEN SERVICE CANCELLATION. THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED AS-IS, AND SONY DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE SERVICE INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY OR ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR THAT IT WILL OPERATE ERROR-FREE OR CONTINUOUSLY.

Features

This product is a network camera adopting the 1/3 type CCD. The camera has the following features: - High sensitivity (minimum illumination: 0.7x, F1.3): - Automatic white balance tracking and adjustment (ATW/ATW-PRO) - Manual setting of the camera direction – panning, tilting and rotating - Vari-focal auto iris lens as standard equipment. The focal length of the lens is from 2.8 mm to 10 mm. - High quality CCD and clear dome cover enable high sensitivity. - Wide dynamic range (128 times wider than normal) using DynaView technology - 24 V AC / 12 V DC power supply system - 3 video compression formats (video codes) available: JPEG, MPEG4 and H.264 - Single codec mode and dual codec mode switchable - Up to 20 users can access an image of a camera simultaneously. - An image monitor at the high-quality live image of 30 frames per second maximum (SNC-DF50N) and 25 frames per second maximum (SNC-DF50P). - Date/time can be superimposed on the image.

Notes on Use

Operating or storage location

Do not shoot an extremely bright object (an illumination, the sun, etc.). Also avoid operating or storing the camera in the following locations, as these can be a cause of a malfunction.

- Extremely hot or cold places (Operating temperature: -10^ircC to +50^ircC [14 °F to 123 °F])

- Exposed to direct sunlight for a long time, or close to heating equipment (e.g., near heaters)

- Close to sources of strong magnetism

- Close to sources of powerful electromagnetic radiation, such as radios or TV transmitters

- Locations subject to strong vibration or shock

• Humid or dusty locations

- Locations exposed to rain - Locations under the influence of fluorescent light or reflection of a window - Under an unsteady light (the image will flicker.)

Ventilation

To prevent heat buildup, do not block air circulation around the camera.

Transportation

When transporting the camera, repack it as originally packed at the factory or in materials of equal quality.

Cleaning

- Use a blower to remove dust from the lens.

- Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the external surfaces of the camera. Stubborn stains can be removed using a soft cloth dampened with a small quantity of detergent solution, then wipe dry.

- Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, benzene or thinners as they may damage the surface finishes.

Note on laser beams

Laser beams may damage a CCD. You are cautioned that the surface of a CCD should not be exposed to laser beam radiation in an environment when a laser beam device is used.

Typical CCD Phenomena

The following phenomena may appear on the monitor screen while you are using a CCD color video camera. These phenomena stem from the high sensitivity of the CCD image sensors, and do not indicate a fault within the camera.

Vertical smear

A "smear" may appear to extend vertically from very bright subjects, as shown below.

Video monitor screen

Pale vertical smear

Very bright subject (such as an electric lamp, fluorescent lamp, sunlight, or strong reflected light)

This phenomenon is common to CCD imaging elements using an interline transfer system, and is caused when electric charge induced by infrared radiation deep within the photo sensor is transferred to the resistors.

Aliasing

When shooting fine stripes, straight lines or similar patterns, the lines may become slightly jagged.

Blemishes

A CCD image sensor consists of an array of individual picture elements (pixels). A malfunctioning sensor element will show up as a single pixel blemish in the image. This is generally not a problem.

White speckles

When you shoot a poorly illuminated object at a high temperature, small white dots may appear all over the entire screen image.

About the Supplied Manuals

Names of Manuals

The following manuals are supplied with this unit.

Installation Manual (this document)

The Installation Manual describes the names and functions of the parts of the camera, the installation and connections of the camera, etc. Be sure to read it before operating the camera.

User's Guide (stored in the CD-ROM)

The User's Guide describes the setup of the camera and the operations from the Web browser.

To open the User's Guide, see "Using the CD-ROM Manuals" below

Using the CD-ROM Manuals

The supplied CD-ROM disc includes the User's Guides for this unit (Japanese, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian and Chinese versions) in PDF format.

Preparations

The Adobe Reader Version 6.0 or higher must be installed on your computer in order to use the User's Guide stored in the CD-ROM disc.

Note

If Adobe Reader is not installed, it may be downloaded from the following URL: http://www.adobe.com/

Reading the manual in the CD-ROM

1 Insert the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive.

A cover page appears automatically in your Web browser.

If it does not appear automatically in the Web browser, double-click on the index.htm file on the CD-ROM.

2 Select and click on the manual that you want to read.

This opens the PDF file of the manual.

Clicking an item in the Table of Contents allows you jump to the relevant

Notes

- The files may not be displayed properly, depending on the version of

Adobe Reader. In this case, install the latest version, which you can download from the URL mentioned in "Preparations" above.

you have lost or damaged the CD-ROM, you can purchase

replacement. Contact your Sony service representative.

Adobe, Acrobat and Acrobat Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

Location and Function of Part

The figure shows the camera without the dome casing and the slit cover.

Side

①Indoor wiring slit (knockout type)

When you wire indoors, cut this part with a nipper or similar and feed the cable through it.

Note

Take care not to trap the cable between the camera and the ceiling or the wall. If the cable is trapped, it may cause a fire or electric shock due to breaking.

②Camera head holder

③Lens

④ Lens ring fixing screw

Loosen this screw before adjusting the zoom and focus, then tighten it to fix the lens position. The screw can be inserted at one of three points.

⑤Zoom ring

Turn this ring to adjust the field of view.

⑥ Focus ring

Turn this ring to adjust the focus.

Inside

⑦Dome casing screw hole

⑧ LAN indicator (green)

This indicator flashes in green when the camera is connected to the network. The indicator goes off when the camera is not connected to the network.

9 POWER indicator (green)

When the power is supplied to the camera, the camera starts checking the system. If the system is normal, this indicator lights up.

⑩ Reset switch

To reset the camera to the factory default settings, hold down this switch with a point and supply the power to the camera.

⑪Camera installation hole (2 positions)

⑫Camera head fixing screw

First loose the screw and face the camera head to the desired direction, then tighten the screw to fix it.

⑬MONITOR output jack

Connect to a video input connector of a monitor. You can adjust the camera while looking at the image on the monitor. After adjusting the camera, disconnect the cable.

Bottom

⑭LAN port (RJ45)

Connect to a hub or computer on the 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX network using a network cable (UTP, category 5).

⑮I/O (Input/Output) port

This port is provided with a sensor input and two alarm outputs. Pin assignment of I/O port

Pin No.	Pin name
1	Sensor In +
2	Sensor In – (GND)
3	Alarm Out 1 +
4	Alarm Out 1 –
5	Alarm Out 2 +
6	Alarm Out 2 –

For details on each function and required settings, see the User's Guide stored in the supplied CD-ROM. For wiring, see "Connecting the I/O port".

1612V DC/ 24V AC (power input) connector

Connect to a 12V DC or 24V AC power supply system with the supplied AC power cord.

⑰ (line output) jack (minijack, monaural)

Connect a commercially available speaker system with the built-in amplifier.

18 (microphone input) jack (minijack, monaural)

Connect a commercially available microphone.

19 (video output) connector (BNC type)

Outputs a composite video signal. Connect to a composite video input connector of a video monitor, VCR, etc. Use the supplied monitor cable for connection.

⑳Screw hole for wire rope

Monitoring the Camera Image

Install and connect the camera properly following the instructions in this manual, then operate the camera referring to the User's Guide contained in the supplied CD-ROM.

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Installation

Before Installation

After deciding the direction in which the camera will shoot, make the required hole ( 40 to 60 mm ( 1^5/8 to 2^3/8 inches)) for the connecting cables using the supplied template. Then decide the two mounting hole positions to install the camera. (D)

Mounting screws

The camera is provided with two 5 mm ( ⁷/₃₂ inch) mounting holes. Install the camera on a ceiling or wall with screws.

The required mounting screws differ depending on the installation location and its material. (Mounting screws are not supplied.)

Steel wall or ceiling: Use M4 bolts and nuts.

Wood wall or ceiling: Use M4 tapping screws. The panel thickness must be 15 mm (\% inch) or more.

Concrete wall: Use appropriate anchors, bolts and plugs for concrete walls Junction box: Use screws to match the holes on the junction box.

WARNING

The required mounting screws differ depending on the installation location and its material. If you do not secure the camera with the appropriate mounting screws, the camera may fall off.

Installing the Camera

1

① Pull out the screw cover and loosen the screw with a Phillips screwdriver.
② Turn the dome casing to the curved mark position on the camera unit, and remove the dome casing from the camera unit. When the screw is caught on the screw hole, pull up the screw.

2 Remove the slit cover.

Remove it expanding the slit cover. (F)

3 When installing on a ceiling or wall, fix the supplied wire rope to the bottom of the camera and the ceiling (or wall). (C)

① Fix the wire rope with the supplied shoulder screw to the hole for the wire rope on the bottom of the camera.

4 Install the camera on the ceiling or wall with the two screws. (G)

WARNING

- If you want to install the camera at a height such as on a ceiling, entrust the installation to an experienced contractor or installer.

• If you install the camera at a height, ensure that the installation location and its material are strong enough to withstand a weight of 10 kg (22 lb 1 oz) or more, and then install the camera securely. If they are not strong enough, the camera may fall and cause serious injury.

• To prevent the camera from falling, be sure to attach the supplied wire rope.

- If you install the camera at a height, check periodically, at least once a year, to ensure that the connection has not loosened. If conditions warrant, perform this periodic check more frequently.

Note

If you cannot use screws on a ceiling or wall, or if you want to hide the camera to be less conspicuous, use the YT-ICB45 in-ceiling bracket (optional) with which you can mount the camera on the ceiling.

Adjusting the Camera Direction and Coverage

1 Loosen the camera head fixing screw.

2 Adjust the camera to turn the lens in the desired direction.

3 Tighten the camera head fixing screw to fix the camera.

4 Loosen the lens ring fixing screw

5 Turn the zoom ring to adjust the angle of view.

6 Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus.

7 Tighten the lens ring fixing screw to fix the zoom and the focus.

8 Repeat steps 1 to 7 until the coverage and the focus are determined.

Notes

- When you adjust the camera head angle without loosening camera head fixing screw, an internal metallic part may be damaged.

• If the camera head is too heavy to be adjusted, loosen the camera head fixing screw until it moves freely.

- When the lens is not put in the slit of the camera head holder, the

moving range of the camera head is limited.

- Do not turn the lens more than 360 degrees. As this may damage the wiring inside.

- There are three screw holes for fixing the lens ring at 120 degree intervals. If the lens ring fixing screw poses a problem for adjusting the camera direction and coverage due to the direction of the camera head, detach the screw and reattach it to another screw hole, then adjust the camera direction and coverage again.

- When adjusting the angle, be sure that the TOP mark on the camera head section faces the ceiling. If the camera is installed with the TOP mark facing the floor, the image appears upside down.

Attaching the Dome Casing

1 Attach the slit cover. (I)

Notes

- The proper position of the slit cover is slightly apart from the camera mount. Do not push in by force.

- If you cannot attach the slit cover because the barrier of the lens ring fixing screw prevents it, attach the lens ring fixing screw to another screw hole. There are three screw holes for the lens ring fixing screw on the concentric circle.

2 Fix the dome casing and the camera unit. (J)

① Align the carved mark on the dome casing with that on the camera unit, and turn the dome casing in the direction of the arrow. ② Secure the screw and put the screw cover.

Connection

Connecting this unit to a local network

Using a commercially available network cable (straight), connect the LAN port of this unit to a hub in the network.

Connecting this unit to a computer

Using a commercially available network cable (cross), connect the LAN port of this unit to the network connector of a computer.

Connecting the power source

There are three ways to supply the power source to this product, as follows.

• 12 V DC

• 24 V AC

- Power supply equipment pursuant to IEEE802.3af (PoE* system) *PoE means Power over Ethernet.

Note

If the power is supplied from the power input terminal and LAN port at the same time, the power from the LAN port has priority over the other.

Connecting to 12 V DC or 24 V AC source (L)

Connect the AC power cord to the 12 V DC/24 V AC connector on the rear and a 12 V DC or 24 V AC source.

- Use a 12 V DC or 24 V AC source isolated from 100 to 240 V AC. Each usable voltage ranges are as follows.

12 V DC: 10.8 V to 13.2 V

24 V AC: 21.6 V to 26.4 V

- Use UL cable (VW-1 style 1007) for these connections.

Connecting to the power supply equipment pursuant to IEEE802.3af

The power supply equipment pursuant to IEEE802.3af supplies the power through a LAN port. For details, refer to the Instruction Manual of the equipment.

Connecting the I/O port M

While holding down the button on the slot to which you want to connect the wire (AWG No. 28 to 22) with a small slotted screwdriver, insert the wire into the slot. Then release the screwdriver from the button. Repeat this procedure to connect all required wires.

Wiring diagram for sensor input

Mechanical switch/open collector output device

Wiring diagram for alarm output

Specifications

Network

Protocol TCP/IP, ARP, ICMP, HTTP, FTP (server/

client), SMTP (client), DHCP (client), DNS (client), NTP (client), SNMP (MIB-2), RTP/BTCP

Compression

Video compression format JPEG/MPEG4/H.264

Audio compression format G./11/G./26 (40,32,24,16 kbps)

640 × 480 (VGA), 320 × 240 (QVGA),

160 × 120 (QQVGA)

Maximum frame rate SNC-DF50N: 30 fps

SNC-DF50P: 25 fps

Web browser Internet Explorer Ver. 6.0 (Available OS)

Computer environments CPU: Pentium 4, 1.5 GHz or higher

(Pentium 4.2.4 GHz or higher

recommended)

RAM: 256 MB or more

Display size: 1024 × 768

Maximum user access 20 users

sic authentication), IP

filtering

Homepage customization Starting from a homepage in the built-in

flash memory possible.

Other functions Detection, image trimming, built-in clock

etc.

Camera

Signal system SNC-DF50N: NTSC color system

SNC-DF50P: PAL color system

Image device 1/3 type interline transfer CCD

tal picture elements

SNC-DF50N: Approx. 410,000

SNC-DF50P: Approx. 4

Effective picture elements

SNC-DF50N: Approx. 380,000

SNC-DF50P: Approx. 440,000

Synchronization Internal synchronization

Horizontal resolution 480 TV line (analog video)

Video S/N 50 dB (AGC OFF)

0.7 lx (F1.3)

ON/OFF

Shutter speed Manual

SNC-DF50N: 1/60-1/10000 sec

SNC-DF50P: 1/50-1/10000 sec.

White balance

Lens (standard equipment)

Focal length 2.8 to 10 mm

Maximum relative aperture F1.3

View angle Vertical 73.9° to 20.8°

Horizontal 100.8 to 27.7 Minimum chest distance 300 mm

Minimal: object distance = 0.5 mm

Interface

LAN port TOBASE-T/100BASE-TX, auto negotiation (RJ-15)

I/O port

Sensor input: x 1, make contact, break

contact

Alarm output: × 2, 24 V AC/DC, 1 A

(mechanical relay outputs electrically

isolated from the camera)

Video output

VIDEO OUT: BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms,

Microphone input

Minjiack (monaural)

Plug-in-power supported (rated voltage:

2.5 V DC)

Recommended load impedance 2.2

Line output

Minijack (monaural), Maximum output

level: 1 Vrms

Others

Power supply

12 V DC ±10%

24 V AC ± 10%, 50/60 Hz

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PoE

Power consumption

9 w max.

Operating temperature

-10 °C to +50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F)

Storage temperature

-20 ℃ to +60 ℃ (→ F to +140 ℃)

Operating humidity Storage humidity

20 to 60 %

Storage Humidity Dimensions (diar

(1) (N)

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Mass

Approx. 920 g (2 lb), not including cables

Supplied accessories

CD-ROM (User's Guide and supplied

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programs) (1), Template (1),

Wire rope (1), Shoulder screw M4 (1)

AC power cord (1), Monitor cable (1),

Installation Manual (1)

Optional accessory

In-ceiling bracket YT-ICB45

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice

Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.

Regular parts replacement

Some of the parts that make up this product (electrolytic condenser, for example) need replacing regularly depending on their life expectancies. The lives of parts differ according to the environment or condition in which this product is used and the length of time it is used, so we recommend regular checks. Consult the dealer from whom you bought it for details.