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Panasonic VL-V900 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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VL-V900
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Please follow all instructions in this document and save it for future reference.
This system is an auxiliary system; it is not designed to provide complete protection from property loss.
Panasonic will not be held responsible in the event that property loss occurs while this system is in operation.
Installation and Operating Instructions
Video Intercom System for Apartment Complexes
VL-V900 and VL-V700 Series
Model No.
VL-V700
VL-V701
VL-V702
VL-V703

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  • Page 1 Please follow all instructions in this document and save it for future reference. This system is an auxiliary system; it is not designed to provide complete protection from property loss. Panasonic will not be held responsible in the event that property loss occurs while this system is in operation.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction System overview ...........3 2. Important Information Important safety information ......6 Privacy and rights of portrait ......6 Data security ..........6 Other information ..........7 For Europe ............8 3. Preparation Included items ..........9 Device diagrams .........12 Specifications ..........15 4.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    1.1 System overview This document explains how to install and configure a Video Intercom System for Apartment Complexes comprised 1. . Introduction of the following devices. R VL-V900 Lobby Station R VL-V700 Control Box R VL-V701 Distribution Box R VL-V702 Lift Controller R VL-V703 Extension Box Additionally, general information is provided for connecting other devices to the system.

  • Page 4: System Configuration

    1. Introduction 1.1.2 System configuration Basic system example (up to 20 room units) Lobby Station (1) Room units (up to 20) Control Box (1) Distribution Box (1) Fully expanded system example Lobby Station (up to 3) Room units (up to 560) Distribution Box (up to 28) (20 room units x 28 distribution boxes) (4 branches x 7 distribution boxes)
  • Page 5 1. Introduction Fully expanded system with extension box example Lobby Station Distribution Box (up to 28) Room units (up to 560) (4 branches x 7 distribution boxes) (20 room units x 28 distribution boxes) (up to 18) Repeater (up to 4) Security camera, access controller, electric lock (1 each for each lobby...

  • Page 6: Important Information

    2. Important Information R Insert the power cables firmly all the way into the 2.1 Important safety information terminals. If the cables are not inserted all the way, heat may be generated. To prevent severe injury and loss of life/property, read R If the wiring is outdoors, use a protection tube and a 2.

  • Page 7: Other Information

    R If you stop using the product, remove it from the walls to prevent it from falling off. R When power fails, this product cannot be used. R Panasonic may not be liable for damages due to external factors such as power failures.

  • Page 8: For Europe

    Ecodesign information Ecodesign information under EU Regulation (EC) No. 1275/2008 amended by (EU) Regulation No. 801/2013. From 1 January 2015. Please visit here: http://www.ptc.panasonic.eu/erp Click [Downloads] ® [Energy related products information (Public)] Power consumption in networked standby and guidance are mentioned in the web site above.

  • Page 9: Preparation

    3. Preparation 3.1 Included items 3.1.1 Lobby Station 3.1.2 Control Box 3. . Preparation Additional items required for installation are noted on Item Quantity page 11. Screw (for mounting the box) Item Quantity 3.8 mm ´ 20 mm Flush mount box Cable binder (for securing the connected wires) Power supply unit...
  • Page 10 3. Preparation 3.1.3 Distribution Box 3.1.4 Lift Controller Item Quantity Item Quantity Screw (for mounting the box) Screw (for mounting the box) 3.8 mm ´ 20 mm 3.8 mm ´ 20 mm Cable binder (for securing the Cable binder (for securing the connected wires) connected wires) Power supply unit...
  • Page 11 3. Preparation 3.1.5 Extension Box Item Quantity Screw (for mounting the box) 3.8 mm ´ 20 mm Cable binder (for securing the connected wires) Power supply unit VL-PS240 Screw (for mounting the power supply unit) 4 mm ´ 40 mm Cable binder (for securing the AC and DC cables) 3.1.6 Additional items...

  • Page 12: Device Diagrams

    3. Preparation 3.2 Device diagrams 3.2.1 Lobby Station Front view Heat sensor Turns on the display when a visitor is detected. Lens cover Light Illuminates subjects in dark environments. Display Keypad Speaker Camera lens Microphone Search buttons ( Used to select items shown on the display. Cancel button ( Call button ( Rear view...
  • Page 13 3. Preparation 3.2.2 Control Box Power indicator (POWER) See 5.10.1 Control box indicators (Page 58). Access indicator (ACCESS) See 5.10.1 Control box indicators (Page 58). Connection terminals for lobby stations Connection terminals for lift controllers USB port (underneath dust cover) USB 2.0, standard-B connector.
  • Page 14 3. Preparation 3.2.4 Lift Controller Power indicator (POWER) See 5.10.3 Lift controller indicators (Page 58). Access indicator (ACCESS) See 5.10.3 Lift controller indicators (Page 58). Connection terminals for lifts Connection terminals (output) for lift controller Used to send signals to a lift controller. Connection terminals (input) for control box or lift controller Used to receive signals from the control box or a lift controller.

  • Page 15: Specifications

    3. Preparation 3.3 Specifications Lobby Station (VL-V900) Power source Power supply unit (VL-PS240: 220 – 240 V AC, 0.2 A, 50 / 60 Hz) 24 V DC, 0.2 A Power consumption Standby: Approx. 1.9 W Operating: Approx. 4.5 W Approx. 373 ´ 179 ´ 2.5 (excluding sections embedded into the wall) Dimensions (mm) (height ´...
  • Page 16 3. Preparation Control Box (VL-V700) Power source Power supply unit (VL-PS240: 220 – 240 V AC, 0.2 A, 50 / 60 Hz) 24 V DC, 0.2 A Power consumption Standby: Approx. 3.5 W Operating: Approx. 3.7 W Approx. 210 ´ 108.5 ´ 52.5 (excluding protruding sections) Dimensions (mm) (height ´...
  • Page 17 SD card 4–64 GB SDHC / SDXC memory card is supported Whole system capacity R Lobby station (VL-V900): up to 3 R Main monitor (VL-MW251, VL-MVN511, VL-MV26, VL-MWD272, VL-MWD273, VL-MV71, VL-MV72): up to 560 (The maximum, for each branch, 7 distribution boxes, 1 repeater, and 140 main monitors can be connected.)
  • Page 18 3. Preparation Installation method Wall mount or attach to DIN rail External material ABS (flame retardant ABS resin) Connectivity To control box Number of connectable stations: 1 Wire: 1 pair PE insulation, thickness of one conductor is from 0.65 – 1.2 mm Distance: up to 200 m (in case of 1.2 mm thickness) To lift Number of outputs to lift: 20...

  • Page 19: Installation

    4. Installation 4.1 Installation cautions 4. . Installation CAUTION R Make sure you turn off the power at the breaker before performing any wiring work. R Always connect AC or DC cables to the appropriate connection terminals. Incorrectly connecting the AC or DC cables may damage the power supply unit.
  • Page 20 4. Installation 3. Connect the AC cable to the AC IN terminal on the top of the power unit, and the DC cable to the DC OUT terminal on the bottom of the power supply unit, and then securely fasten the screws (C). Front view Top view Bottom view...

  • Page 21: Installing The Lobby Station

    4. Installation Attaching directly to a wall Attach the power supply unit to the wall securely using the 2 supplied screws (A). 4.3 Installing the Lobby Station Before installation R Do not install the lobby station in the following locations. There may be a risk of malfunction or communication disturbances.
  • Page 22 4. Installation Installation position of the lobby station and camera range Views when the camera is facing forwards at 0°. Example: Installation height is 1500 mm. R The measurements and angles shown here are for reference purposes and may vary depending on the environment.
  • Page 23 4. Installation 2. Open the knockout holes of the flush mount box, and then pass all necessary cables and wires (DC cable, wires for control box, access controller, electric lock, etc.) through the knockout holes. 3. Mount the box in the wall. 4.

  • Page 24: Installing The Control Box/Distribution Box/Lift Controller/Extension Box

    4. Installation 6. Secure the lobby station to the flush mount box using the 4 supplied screws. Use the supplied hex wrench to fasten the screws. Water drain holes Note: R Do not cover the water drain holes. Registering the lobby station Perform this procedure once for each lobby station after it is connected to the control box.
  • Page 25 4. Installation Mounting on a DIN rail Mount the control box on the DIN rail (A) using the hooks (B). Attaching directly to a wall Attach the unit to the wall securely using the 2 supplied screws (A).

  • Page 26: Wiring Connections

    4. Installation 4.5 Wiring Connections 4.5.1 Wiring schematics Note: R See 4.5.4 Distribution box switch settings (page 32, 33, and 34) for information about distribution box switch settings. R The required distribution switch settings for the basic system example are as follows. –...
  • Page 27 4. Installation Expanded system example Room unit (up to 560) Lobby Station (up to 3) Control Box (1) Distribution Box (up to 28) Repeater (up to 4) Main Monitor Door Station Branch 1 V700 K-IN K-OUT DC IN L1 L2 C1C2 S1 S2 COAX Power RJ11...
  • Page 28 4. Installation Expanded system with extension box example Lobby Station (up to 18) Extension Box (3) Control Box (1) (6 lobby station for each extension box) Branch 1 V700 K-IN K-OUT DC IN COAX RJ11 TV Monitor Power DC IN supply 12 V DC POWER SUPPLY UNIT...
  • Page 29 4. Installation Lift controller wiring example (relay signalling) Lift Controller (up to 15; up to 5 lift controllers per lift x 3 lifts) Control Box (1) 80 F Lift 1 Lift 1 19 F 99 F DIP SW 1 : ON DIP SW 5 : ON DC IN DC IN...
  • Page 30 4. Installation Lift controller wiring example (binary signalling) Control Box (1) Lift Controller (up to 3) Lift 1 99 F DIP SW 1 : ON DC IN DC IN POWER SUPPLY UNIT POWER SUPPLY UNIT 99 F Lift 2 DIP SW 1 : ON DC IN POWER SUPPLY UNIT 99 F...
  • Page 31 4. Installation 4.5.2 Wire type and maximum wire length Wiring run Wire diameter Max. length 0.65 mm (22 AWG) approx. 100 m « Control box Lobby station 1.2 mm (17 AWG) approx. 200 m Distribution mode 0.65 mm (22 AWG) approx.
  • Page 32 Note: R In order to help prevent operating problems or other issues from occurring, recheck the switch settings after completing the wiring. R If problems occur after installation, refer to 7.1 Basic troubleshooting (Page 62) or the following website. http://panasonic.net/pcc/support/intercom/v900...
  • Page 33 4. Installation Distribution mode example Up to 20 Control box Distribution box DIP switch Repeat switch Terminate switch (off) (off) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 (off) (off) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 (off) (off) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 (off) (off)
  • Page 34 4. Installation Repeater mode example Up to 20 Control box Repeater mode Distribution box DIP switch Repeat switch Terminate switch (off) (off) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 (off) (off) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 (off) (off) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8...
  • Page 35 4. Installation 4.5.5 Lift controller DIP switch settings The lift controller supports the following methods for sending signals to the lift. Select the signalling method according to the specifications of the lift by setting the lift controller’s DIP switches. Relay signalling Each port of the lift controller controls one floor of the lift.
  • Page 36 4. Installation Binary signalling example Control box Lift controller Floors DIP switch 0–99 (0 is the ground floor) 3 4 5 6 7 8 *1 The number 2–7 switches must always be set to the "off" position. The number 8 DIP switch determines whether connections are normally open (switch is in the "off" position) or normally closed (switch is in the "on"...

  • Page 37: Connecting Other Devices

    4.6.2 Connecting to a PBX The control box can be connected to a Panasonic PBX. Use the RJ11 jack located on the side of the control box (page 13) to connect it to an analogue extension port of the PBX. Consult your certified Panasonic dealer for more information.

  • Page 38: Basic Settings

    4. Installation 4.7 Basic settings The following is a list of basic settings we recommend that you configure before using the system. Most items can be configured using PC programming, but other programming methods may be available. See the programming chapter (page 39) for details.

  • Page 39: Programming

    PC, and then make small changes to the system later using a station device. 5.2 PC programming PC programming allows you to use a computer and the Panasonic Large Apartment System Setup Tool to create and edit system data while offline, and then upload the data to the system while on-site.
  • Page 40 5. Programming Note: R When disconnecting the USB cable from the control box, make sure the dust cover completely covers the USB port to prevent any debris from falling into it. 5.2.3 Setup tool overview The setup tool is organized into the following sections. Select folder Allows you to select the folder where you want to save your configuration files.
  • Page 41 5. Programming Connection check Allows you to confirm the control box’s connection to the main monitors and lift controllers. 5.2.4 Using the setup tool to edit data Start the setup tool. In the [Prepare the data] section, click [Check Files]. R The paths of each configuration file are displayed in the [Load and edit the data] section.
  • Page 42 5. Programming Open the desired configuration file. R Use a third-party text editor or spreadsheet program to open the configuration file. Change the values in the [Data] column as desired, and then save the file. R Acceptable values are explained in the [Data Note] column. R Descriptions of each setting and other information are explained in the [Item Note] column.
  • Page 43 5. Programming Control Box — General settings Parameter Description and available settings Default Monitor Time Out Determines the amount of time that passes when watching camera images before the standby screen is (180 SEC) displayed. [0]: 180 SEC [1]: 90 SEC [2]: 60 SEC [3]: 30 SEC Talk Time Out...
  • Page 44 5. Programming Parameter Description and available settings Default Terminal 1–4 Reception Code Determines whether terminal 1–4 is a reception terminal or a normal terminal (i.e., cannot be used as a (NORMAL reception terminal). TERMINAL) [0]: NORMAL TERMINAL [1]: RECEPTION TERMINAL Emergency Terminal Extension Tells the system the extension number for the —...

  • Page 45: Lobby Station Programming

    5. Programming Parameter Description and available settings Default Camera Name Determines the camera name. [1]: CAMERA # (CAMERA #) [2]: RECEPTION [3]: GATE [4]: CONTROL ROOM [5]: RESTAURANT [6]: HALL [7]: POOL [8]: SECURITY OFFICE [9]: ENTRANCE [10]: GYM [11]: GUEST ROOM [12]: KID’S ROOM [13]: PARKING [14]: TERRACE...
  • Page 46 5. Programming Press M#N ® enter the access code ® M R The default access code is "123456". If necessary, you can change the access code (Changing the access code (Page 46)). Set each parameter. R You can browse parameters by pressing M N and M N, and select a parameter by pressing M R You can return to the previous screen by pressing M R See 5.3.1 List of lobby station programming parameters (Page 46) for information about each parameter.
  • Page 47 5. Programming Parameter Description and available settings Default DOOR KEY OPEN CODE Determines the door open code. If disabled, the door #### cannot be opened using a code. (DISABLE) (4 digits, or #### to disable) DOOR KEY EXTERNAL IN Tells the system whether an access controller (door opener, key switch, card reader, etc.) is connected to (NO) the lobby station and used to unlock the door.
  • Page 48 5. Programming Parameter Description and available settings Default ZOOM POSITION Determines the camera zoom position. [01]: UPPER LEFT (CENTRE) [02]: UPPER SIDE [03]: UPPER RIGHT [04]: LEFT [05]: CENTRE [06]: RIGHT [07]: LOWER LEFT [08]: LOWER SIDE [09]: LOWER RIGHT SET POWER FREQ.

  • Page 49: Telephone Programming

    5. Programming 5.4 Telephone programming Use this procedure to configure the following settings. – The extension numbers of the PBX that will be used as terminals 1–4 and the emergency terminal – The names assigned to terminals 1–4 – Whether terminals 1–4 are used as a reception terminal or not –...

  • Page 50: Main Monitor Programming

    5. Programming Enter a feature number to specify the terminal’s operation mode. Feature number Description 00# (default) For the emergency terminal Selects EMERGENCY TALK mode. During an emergency call, the main monitor can talk to the emergency terminal (up to 10 minutes). For terminals 1–4 Selects NORMAL TERMINAL mode.
  • Page 51 5. Programming 3. When the display lights up, release all the buttons. 4. Use the navigator key to select “Apartment mode” ® R The main monitor initialises its settings. R While performing the next steps, you can cancel without saving your settings by pressing M 5.
  • Page 52 5. Programming 9. Press to check for a duplicate room number. R If a duplicate room number is found, press to select whether you want to overwrite the existing room number settings. If no duplicate is found, the settings are saved in the control box. Note: R If you press , the settings will be saved in the main monitor only, and the main monitor will restart.

  • Page 53: Extension Box Programming

    5. Programming 6. Enter the floor number. a. Press to select the desired number. b. Press when finished. 7. Set the visitor lift permissions for “Lift 1”. a. Press to allow or prohibit lift usage for visitors to each lobby. b.
  • Page 54 5. Programming 5.6.1 Configuring lobby stations connected to extension boxes Important: R The following settings must be configured to the same values for all lobby stations connected to the same extension box. – Camera Display Priority – Camera Signal – Time and date settings –...
  • Page 55 5. Programming Example of an extension box connected to port 1 of the control box ([Lobby Station 1] must be selected in the Setup tool) The following procedure is an example of how to configure settings for the system shown in the following illustration. Lobby station 1 group 1st lobby station 1 DIP switch...

  • Page 56: System Log

    5. Programming 5.6.2 Extension box DIP switch settings DIP switch settings for uploading settings The DIP switches of the extension box are used to determine which lobby station settings are uploaded to when configuring lobby station settings. DIP switch Lobby station that settings are uploaded to 1st lobby station 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2nd lobby station...

  • Page 57: Upgrading The System Software For Digital Pbxs

    Download new system software 1. Download the system software update file. R Refer the information on the following web site. http://panasonic.net/pcc/support/intercom/v900 2. Copy the update file to the root path of an SD card. Upgrade the system software 1. Turn off the control box.
  • Page 58 5. Programming R All indicators lit in green indicate that there is no problem. R A red flashing indicator indicates that there is an error. 5.10.1 Control box indicators Category Meaning POWER (green) ACCESS (red) Normal operation Idle Call or monitoring in progress Accessing SD card Flashing quickly System setup or...
  • Page 59 5. Programming 5.10.4 Extension box indicators Category Meaning POWER (green) ACCESS (red) Normal operation Idle Call or monitoring in progress Error DIP switch 4, 6, 7, or 8 is in the Flashing slowly "on" position...

  • Page 60: Basic Operations

    6. Basic Operations 6.1 System conditions and limitations Please note the following system conditions and limitations. 6. . Basic Operations R Only one call or monitoring session can be handled at a time. Subsequent calls will disconnect the current call (if the current call has lower priority), or will not be connected (if the current call has higher priority).

  • Page 61: Facility Staff Operations

    6. Basic Operations 6.3 Facility staff operations Facility staff can use an extension telephone of a PBX to perform a variety of operations. Operations available when not on a call 1. Dial the extension number assigned to the control box. 2.

  • Page 62: Other Information

    7.1 Basic troubleshooting For advanced troubleshooting, refer the information on the following web site. 7. . Other Information http://panasonic.net/pcc/support/intercom/v900 If the system does not operate correctly, particularly after installing or modifying the system, first check the following points. R Power is connected to each unit R All cables are connected correctly and fully inserted into the terminals (see page 26 to 32) –...
  • Page 63 7. Other Information Main monitor display issues Image from Display Cause & Solution Page Lobby station R No image is displayed R The cables are not correctly connected. (blue screen). → Check cable connections and make sure that all cables are fully inserted into the R Images have poor quality.

  • Page 64: Cleaning

    7. Other Information Message Cause & Solution Page System in use R The cables (except for the extension telephone’s cable) are not correctly connected. → Check cable connections and make sure that all cables are fully inserted into the terminals. 26 to 32 –...
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