Zoom chassis camera

VK-S274R(NTSC)/VK-S274ER(PAL)

Made in Japan
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VK -S274R ( NTSC ) / VK -S274ER ( PAL )
T h e V K - S 274R (N T S C) /V K - S 274E R (PA L ) a r e co m pa ct ch a ssis- t y pe ca m e r a s de sign e d f o r su r v e illa n ce u n de r v e r y lo w ligh t co n dit io n s.
T h a n k s t o t h e o p t i m i z e d O n - Ch i p M i cr o Le n s e s , s e n s i t i v i t y i s d r a m a t i ca l l y i m p r o v e d a n d t h e s m e a r l e v e l g r e a t l y r e d u ce d , m e a n i n g o b je ct s a r e ca p t u r e d e f f e ct i v e l y e v e n u n d e r p o o r l i g h t i n g .
T h e Pr i v a cy Zo n e M a s k i n g a n d M i r r o r Im a g e f u n ct i o n s i m p r o v e t h e v e r s a t i l i t y o f t h e H i t a ch i v i d e o ca m e r a s . T h e s e m o d e l s a r e R o H S - co m p l i a n t t o e n h a n ce e n v i r o n m e n t a l f r i e n d l i n e s s .

H igh -Sensitivity/ S ensitivity to Visible Light Privacy Zone Masking Function Mirror Image Function
Low- Smear CCD is More than Doubled
From crime prevention to surveillance, the range for Superior high-sensitivity is the most outstanding
CCTV applications is constantly expanding. This means property of the new Hitachi video cameras. For
the demand for high-sensitivity video cameras is now instance, the minimum illumination of the VK-S274R is
greater than ever. Hitachi’s VK-S274R series of high- merely 0.06 lx (color, 1/4s), meaning the camera is more
sensitivity color and monochrome video cameras, VK- than twice as sensitive as conventional cameras.
S274R / S274ER are developed to satisfy this need. They Thanks to the improved structure of unit cells, the
feature a newly-developed 1/4-inch, 410/ 470k-pixel CCD. degree of light leakage is also drastically reduced to cut
Thanks to its dramatically improved performance, the smear. These superior properties make the new Hitachi
new VK-S274R camera achieves a sensitivity twice that camera an excellent choice for applications in low-light
of conventional cameras. Moreover, the smear level is environments.
greatly reduced compared with typical cameras. Images
Image from Conventional Camera Zone Masked Image from O r igina l R e ve r se
are practically blur-free. Hitachi’s Camera

Color Sensitivity

O ptimized On-Chip Micro Pr iv acy Zone Masking M ir ror Image Function

Function The mirror image function enables the reversing of
Lenses the field of view depending on the camera’s position.
When there are windows, entrances and other objects
The VK-S274R’s newly-developed sensor features signif- within the camera’s vision that are not subject to
icantly improved performance to achieve exceptionally surveillance, they can be masked on the monitor for ( D.S.S. )
high sensitivity. On-chip lens technology mounts a protection of privacy. This makes the VK-S274R series
D igital Slow Shutter
micro lens on each pixel with ultra precision, so that of video cameras particularly suitable for outdoor The Digital Slow Shutter allows the camera a long
concentrated light falls on sensors, thereby increasing surveillance. exposure time of 1/2 second*. This translates into a
video camera sensitivity. higher sensitivity and minimum illumination of only 0.03
lx* (color, 1/2s). Since more color data is captured and
E nv ir onmentally Friendly stored by the camera, you can see things not visible with
Conventional Camera Hitachi‘s High-Sensitivity Camera conventional color video cameras.
With these new RoHS-compliant models, make your *Applies to the VK-S274R.

B&W Sensitivity Smear Level organization environmentally conscious. The VK-

S274R (NTSC)/ VK-S274ER (PAL) cameras enable you to
not only monitor your environment but also help B uilt-In Optical Power
preserve it.
Zoom Lens
The VK-S274R’s built-in 22x optical zoom lens is
highly reliable. It features auto focus, auto iris and zoom
functions. In conjunction with 12x digital zoom, the total
B acklight Compensation
You can control a six-division image area for backlight zoom ratio is 264x.
compensation.

A .I. ( Artificial Intelligence )

R emote Control thr ough Control with D.S.P.
Conventional Camera Hitachi‘s High-Sensitivity Camera Conventional Camera Hitachi‘s High-Sensitivity Camera
RS -232C A.I. Auto Iris: Adjusts iris so that video output is kept
Remote operations are possible via the RS-232C, at a fixed level, even if surrounding illumination changes.
which allows control of the camera’s focus, iris, zoom, A.I. Auto White Balance: Provides natural color
Smear Level Reduced to Lower than Conventional Level
shutter speed, etc reproduction according to ambient lighting.
The art presented here is intended for illustration only
 Specifications
NTSC PAL Outer Dimensions
Signal Format: VK-S274R VK-S274ER 50

Scanning System: 2:1 Interlacing 4-M2 SC

25
REWS 89.5
12.5 77
Horizontal: 15.734kHz 15.625kHz

11.5

13.5
Vertical: 59.94Hz 50Hz

30
Image Sensor: 1/4-inch type CCD

Ø 32.2
60
37
Total Pixels: 811(H) X 508(V); 410k 795(H) X 596(V); 470k

33
Effective Pixels: 768(H) X 494(V); 380k 752(H) X 582(V); 440k
Lens: F1.6-F3.8; f=4-88mm; High Durability 22x Zoom Lens, Auto Focus 8
7.3 2-M2 SC
REWS

Ø5
61.4
Angle of view: Horizontal 47° (Wide), 2.2° (Tele)

0
90° 4-M2 SC
REWS for

24

53
TRIPOD PLATE

0
Min. Focal Distance: 0.01m (Wide), 1.0m (Tele)
Sensitivity: NTSC 1lx (1/60s); 0.06lx (1/4s); 0.03lx (1/2s) PAL 1lx (1/50s); 0.06lx (1/3s); 0.03lx (1/1.5s)
Horizontal Resolution: NTSC 470 TVL PAL 460 TVL

16
Luminance S/N: More than 50dB
Signal Processing: Digital Signal Processor (Hitachi DSP-V)
Video Output: Composite: 1.0±0.2Vp-p Unit: mm
Supplied Voltage: 9-12VDC Front, Side and Bottom Views

Sync System: Internal/External

Camera Functions: (Control through RS-232C)
Optical Zoom: TELE-WIDE (Zoom Speed: 3.9s/6.3s)
Digital Zoom: Off/On (up to 12x)
Video Focus: Auto/Manual (NEAR-FAR)
White Balance: Auto/Manual (Red/Blue Gain Level: UP-DOWN)
Auto (Seamless Shutter Speed Auto (Seamless Shutter Speed
Shutter Speed: Control): 1/2-1/4-1/4,000s Control): 1/1.5-1/3-1/4,000s
Manual: 1/2-1/30,000s Manual: 1/1.5-1/30,000s
Iris Control: Auto/ Manual (Manual Iris Level: UP-DOWN),
Auto Iris Cont. Level: UP-DOWN)
Special Effects Control: Privacy Zone Masking, Mirror, Image Freeze, Mosaic
Power Requirement: 3.7W (Max.)
Operating Temperature: 0– 60°C (Recommended: 0 – 40°C)
Dimensions: 50(W) X 60(H) X 89.5(D)mm
Weight: Approx. 225g
*Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Hitachi, Ltd. Tokyo Japan

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