Video Standard and Product Classification
As the video standard varies from country to country, users are asked to check it first and choose the right model. The two most common video standards used are NTSC and PAL. NTSC is the video system or standard used in North America and most of South America. In NTSC, 30 frames are transmitted each second. Each frame is made up of 525 individual scan lines. PAL is the predominant video system or standard mostly used overseas. In PAL, 25 frames are transmitted each second. Each frame is made up of 625 individual scan lines.
These are the products represented in this user manual:
550710: JPEG CMOS Network Camera for NTSC & PAL standards
503181: Wired MPEG4/JPEG CCD Network Camera for NTSC standard
550796: Wired MPEG4/JPEG CCD Network Camera for PAL standard
550253: Wireless MPEG4/JPEG CCD Network Camera for NTSC standard
550178: Wireless MPEG4/JPEG CCD Network Camera for PAL standard
550314: Wired MPEG4/JPEG CCD IR Network Camera for NTSC standard
550291: Wired MPEG4/JPEG CCD IR Network Camera for PAL standard
550321: Wireless MPEG4/JPEG CCD IR Network Camera for NTSC standard
550307: Wireless MPEG4/JPEG CCD IR Network Camera for PAL standard
550468: 2.0 Megapixel Wired MPEG4/JPEG CMOS Network Camera for NTSC & PAL standards
550482: 2.0 Megapixel Wireless MPEG4/JPEG CMOS Network Camera for NTSC & PAL standards
550376: Wired MPEG4/JPEG Network Video Server for NTSC & PAL standards
550420:
550406:
550444:
550413:
To determine your video standard, refer to the lists below.
PAL: Afghanistan, Algeria, Argentina, Austria, Australia, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Liberia, Malaysia, Netherlands, Nigeria, Norway, New Guinea, Pakistan, Singapore, South Africa, Southwest Africa, Sudan, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Yugoslavia, Zambia
NTSC: Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Japan, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico, South Korea, Taiwan, USA.
Users are asked to read the following before using the Pro Series Network Camera.
Important Notices
1.Camera surveillance laws may differ for each country. Contact the local authorities to avoid any surveillance law violations.
2.Note that the CCD lens that comes with the Pro Series Network Camera can be damaged permanently if exposed to direct sunlight. If your application demands prolonged exposure to sunlight, you should consider equipping it with a sun visor.
3.The Pro Series Network Camera is not weatherproof. Be aware of environmental specifications included in the manual. For outdoor use, use a weatherproof case to protect the camera from water, moisture or temperature (higher or lower than specifications).
For camera cleaning, gently wipe with a clean, dry cloth.
4.Be sure to use only the DC adapter provided with your camera. Connecting the camera directly to AC current may cause electrical damage to the camera.
5.Be careful when handling the camera. Physical shocks can cause serious damage.
6.Be sure to mount the camera securely to avoid any personal injuries. Keep the camera out of reach of children.
7.If the camera does not operate properly, contact your local distributor. Do not disassemble the product, as that may void the warranty.
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