Sony SNC-VL10N User Manual
How to Use This Manual / Precautions
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Overview
How to Use This Manual
This manual explains how to operate the SNC-VL10N/
VL10P Network Camera from a client PC.
This manual is written to be read on the computer
display.
As this section gives tips on using this manual, read it
before you operate the camera.
VL10P Network Camera from a client PC.
This manual is written to be read on the computer
display.
As this section gives tips on using this manual, read it
before you operate the camera.
Jumping to the related page
When you read this manual on the computer display,
click on the sentence to jump to the related page.
click on the sentence to jump to the related page.
Software display examples
Note that the displays shown in this manual are
explanatory examples. Some displays may be different
from the ones which appear as you operate the
application software.
explanatory examples. Some displays may be different
from the ones which appear as you operate the
application software.
Printing this manual
Depending on your system, certain displays or
illustrations in this manual, when printed out, may differ
from those as portrayed on your screen.
illustrations in this manual, when printed out, may differ
from those as portrayed on your screen.
Installation Manual (printed matter)
The supplied Installation Manual describes the names
and functions of parts and controls of the Network
Camera, connecting examples and how to set up the
camera. Be sure to read the Installation Manual before
operating.
and functions of parts and controls of the Network
Camera, connecting examples and how to set up the
camera. Be sure to read the Installation Manual before
operating.
Precautions
Operating or storage location
Avoid operating or storing the camera in the following
locations:
• Extremely hot or cold places (Operating temperature:
locations:
• Extremely hot or cold places (Operating temperature:
-10°C to +50°C [14°F to 122°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
• Close to sources of powerful electromagnetic
radiation, such as radios or TV transmitters
Transportation
When transporting the camera, repack it as originally
packed at the factory or in materials of equal quality.
packed at the factory or in materials of equal quality.
Cleaning
• Use a blower to remove dust from the lens or optical
filter.
• 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.
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.
About the fan
To prevent internal heat buildup, the camera has a built-
in fan. If the frame rate of the camera becomes 1 fps
although the other frame rate value has been set using
the Frame Rate menu on the Web screen, the built-in fan
may be damaged. In this case, contact your authorized
Sony dealer.
in fan. If the frame rate of the camera becomes 1 fps
although the other frame rate value has been set using
the Frame Rate menu on the Web screen, the built-in fan
may be damaged. In this case, contact your authorized
Sony dealer.
About the MAC address
The MAC address of the camera may change when the
main board has been replaced by the service personnel.
main board has been replaced by the service personnel.
About the software
For the latest software information, contact your
authorized Sony dealer.
authorized Sony dealer.