Panasonic VL-SW250BX manual

Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product. Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save for future reference. Operating Instructions Model Name Wireless V ideo Intercom System Main Monitor Model No. VL-SW250BX Including: VL-MW250BX VL-W605BX VL-V566BX VL-MW250BX 1-62, 4-chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Ja[...]

T able of Contents 2 Introduction Product names used in these Operating Instructions .....................................................3 Accessory information.....................................3 Important Information For your safety..................................................5 Important safety instructions ..........................6 For[...]

3 Introduction Product names used in these Operating Instructions These Operating Instructions are for both the VL-SW250BX and VL-MW250BX. For plain explanation, the product names used in these Operating Instructions are described as follows. Model composition VL-SW250BX rrr VL-MW250BX r ------ ------ Product fi gure VL-MW250BX VL-W605BX VL-V566BX[...]

4 Introduction Additional/replacement accessories As of September , 2010. Accessory items Order number Wireless monitor (called sub monitor station) VL-W605BX (same as the sub monitor station included with VL-SW250BX) Repeater VL-F AN1BX Rechargeable nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) battery (for the sub monitor station) HHR-P103 (same as the battery of[...]

Important Information 5 For your safety T o prevent severe injury and loss of life/property , read this section carefully before using the unit to ensure proper and safe operation of your unit. W ARNING Power connection L Use only the power source marked on the unit. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your deale[...]

Important Information 6 CAUTION Installation and relocation L The AC adaptor or power cord is used as the main disconnect device. Ensure that the power outlet is installed near the product and is easily accessible. Operating safeguards L Do not put your ear(s) near the speaker , as loud sounds emitted from the speaker may cause hearing impairment. [...]

Important Information 7 For best performance Before using L It is prohibited to disassemble or modify this unit. Contact the dealer where you purchased this unit for repair . L When power fails, this unit cannot be used. L For the recorded image: The recorded image may be lost when: – Mishandled – Electric shock or radio wave interference occur[...]

Important Information 8 Other information T apping This unit uses digital wireless technology so that a call is rarely intercepted. However , calls may be tapped by a third party because the unit also communicates using radio waves. L “T apping” means that the other party intercepts a radio message intentionally or accidentally by using a recei[...]

Preparation 9 Location of controls Door station A Lens cover B Camera L When a visitor presses the call button, the camera on the door station will turn on and an image of the visitor will be shown on the monitor displays of both the main monitor station and the sub monitor station. C { CALL } button and indicator L The indicator is lighted with a [...]

Preparation 10 Main monitor station Note: L For information about the rear view , refer to the wiring schematic diagram section in the Installation Guide. M RESET BCDE GHI F A JK L A Monitor display (page 1 1) B { VOICE CHANGER } button L Press to modify the sound of your voice heard by a visitor (page 19). C { VOLUME } button L Adjusts the volume [...]

Preparation 11 N Operation guidance Available functions are shown on the bottom of the display . Press the appropriate button for the operation. L The display varies depending on the operation. Example: When setting a function Press the button for the function directly above it. Example: T o operate “ d ”, press { VOLUME } . In these Operating [...]

Preparation 12 Sub monitor station N Front view E K J H G F I A Monitor display (page 14) B { DOOR KEY } button L Allows you to open the door when connecting the door opener (sold separately) to the main monitor station (page 20). C { MENU/BRIGHT } button L Press to change the function settings (page 40). L Press to adjust the brightness of display[...]

Preparation 13 N Rear view N Charger L T o assemble the charger stand, see page 16. Charger Charge contacts (Metallic parts) Charger stand Charge contacts (Metallic parts) Antenna (built-in) L Do not cover the antenna with your hand when using the sub monitor station. (Radio waves may weaken.) Battery cover L Open to replace the battery . Speaker S[...]

Preparation 14 Monitor display (Sub monitor station) The following display is an example for description purposes, and it may differ from the actual display . L The monitor display is turned off during standby . When you press { OFF } , the information display appears. A Indicates the battery level. Estimated operating time after charging the batte[...]

Preparation 15 G Indicates the level of the reception. Use within this range. Strong Weak L When the sub monitor station is out of range of the main monitor station, fl ashes and “OUT OF RANGE” is displayed. (Move closer to the main monitor station.) H Indicates the registration number of the sub monitor station. I Indicates the operation for [...]

Preparation 16 Charging the sub monitor station 1 Insert the battery . A Align the terminals and insert. B Close the battery cover . L The battery level is displayed as . T erminals A Do not remove the pad at the back of the battery cover . B 2 Assemble the charger stand, and plug the AC adaptor into the power outlet (100 – 240 V AC). N T o assem[...]

Preparation 17 Setting the date and time This unit has a recording function. The date and time will not be recorded when recording unless they are set. Y ou can set the date and time using the main monitor station. { MENU } { VOICE CHANGER } { OFF } { P AGE } { VOLUME } 1 Press { MENU } , then select “TIME AND DA TE SETTINGS” by pressing { VOLU[...]

Doorphone 18 Answering a call When you receive a call from a door station, the main monitor station and the sub monitor station ring and the T ALK indicators fl ash. Y ou can monitor the visitor on the monitor display before answering a call. XX { OFF } { P AGE } { MENU } { VOLUME } { T ALK } and indicator Microphone { VOICE CHANGER } Microphone T[...]

Doorphone 19 Features during a call or while monitoring Scrolling an image right or left on the sub monitor station Sub monitor station only 1 Press { ▲ } or { ▲ } . L The displayed image is scrolled slightly to the right or left. Adjusting the display brightness Main monitor station 1 Press { MENU } , then select “BRIGHTNESS” by pressing {[...]

Doorphone 20 If it is dif fi cult to hear the visitor ’ s voice due to noise (Press-to-talk mode) Y ou can speak with the visitor alternately by pressing { T ALK } to switch between the talking mode and the receiving mode. (Y ou can operate this feature in the same way by using either the main monitor station or the sub monitor station.) 1 Press[...]

Doorphone 21 T ransferring a call Y ou can transfer a door call between the main monitor station and the sub monitor station. L Both the main monitor station and the sub monitor station can transfer a door call using the same operation. L When using multiple sub monitor stations, you can transfer a door call between the sub monitor stations. { P AG[...]

Doorphone 22 When receiving another call during a call or while monitoring Door station 1 Call Door station 2 (optional) or The ringer tone is heard while { MONITOR } is fl ashing, and the display indication noti fi es you which door station is calling. Calling door station (Example: Door station 2) (Main monitor station) (Sub monitor station) Du[...]

Doorphone 23 Monitoring the outside (Door station monitor) Y ou can monitor the sound and image taken by the door station. L If an optional lobby station is connected to the main monitor station (page 4), you cannot monitor outside where the lobby station is located. XX { T ALK } { OFF } { P AGE } { MENU } { VOLUME } { MONITOR } { D } { OFF } { T A[...]

Recording 24 Recording an image The main monitor station can record (save) images from up to 50 calls (or monitoring to the door station). L 8 images are recorded for a call/monitoring (default setting). Auto recording When you receive a call from the door station, 8 images are automatically recorded with the following timing. 2nd to 8th images: Re[...]

Recording 25 Manual recording Y ou can record an image anytime you are receiving a call, during a conversation, or while monitoring. XX { PLA Y/REC } { D } 1 When an image is shown on the display: : Press { PLA Y/REC } . : Press { D } (REC) . (Main monitor station) (Sub monitor station) * 1 RE CO RD I NG * 1 While recording images, “ r REC” or [...]

Recording 26 V iewing recorded images using the main monitor station Y ou can view recorded images. When { PLA Y/REC } on the main monitor station is fl ashing, there is an image that has not been viewed yet. { PLA Y/REC } fl ashes. Ä The button light goes of f when pressed. { OFF } { VOLUME } { P AGE } { MENU } { VOICE CHANGER } 1 Press { PLA Y[...]

Recording 27 N How to view recorded images PROTECTED 5 16 NOV 20:00 UNPLAYED Recording date and time Set the date and time beforehand (page 17). Recording number Image status UNPLAYED : Unviewed image PROTECTED : Protected image (page 30) PRESS TO AUTO PLAY UNPLAYED 5 16 NOV 20:00 PAUSE <When viewing 8 continuous images> (During auto playback[...]

Recording 28 V iewing recorded images using the sub monitor station Y ou can view recorded images stored in the main monitor station using the sub monitor station. L When is displayed in standby mode, there is an image that has not been viewed yet. { D } { OFF } { MENU } { ▲ } { ▲ } { ▲ } { ▲ } 1 Press { D } (PLA Y) , then select the desire[...]

Recording 29 N How to view recorded images Recording date and time Set the date and time beforehand (page 17). Recording number Image status : Unviewed image : Protected image (page 30) 5 16 NOV 20:00 16 NOV 20:00 5 - 2 5 16 NOV 20:00 Indicates the order of 8 images (example: 2nd image). A (See “Note” below .) N Features while viewing recorded [...]

Recording 30 Protecting the recorded images Y ou can protect up to 20 recorded images that you do not want to erase while viewing images. XX { OFF } { MENU } { VOLUME } { D } { OFF } { ▲ } { ▲ } Main monitor station 1 While viewing the image, press { MENU } , then select “PROTECT” by pressing { VOLUME } ( ▲ SELECT) . BR I GHTNE S S GUI D [...]

Recording 31 Erasing an image Y ou can erase unnecessary images. XX { OFF } { MENU } { VOLUME } { D } { OFF } { ▲ } { ▲ } Main monitor station 1 While viewing the image, press { MENU } , then select “DELETE” by pressing { VOLUME } ( ▲ SELECT) . BR I GHTNE S S GUI D E O FF PR O TEC T DE L ETE 2 Press { MENU } (OK) . L “DELETE?” or “S[...]

32 Intercom T alking between the main monitor station and the sub monitor station Intercom calls between the main monitor station and the sub monitor station can be made. (The other party’s image is not displayed.) L Both the main monitor station and the sub monitor station can transfer a door call using the same operation. L When using multiple [...]

Programming 33 Adjusting the ringer volume Y ou can adjust the following ringer volumes by using the main monitor station or the sub monitor station during standby . L The ringer heard when receiving calls from the door station. (3 levels and “OFF” are available.) L The ringer for paging calls. (3 levels are available.) Main monitor station 1 P[...]

Programming 34 Changing the ringer tone Y ou can change the ringer tone that is heard when receiving calls from the door station by using the main monitor station or the sub monitor station. (The ringer tone of the paging call cannot be changed.) Main monitor station 1 Press { MENU } , then select “RING T ONE SETTINGS” by pressing { VOLUME } ( [...]

Programming 35 Setting { DOOR KEY } button When a separate door opener is connected to the main monitor station, you can open the door using the main monitor station or the sub monitor station. Y ou can also select how long the door remains open. If you do not use the door opener , select “NOT CONNECTED”. Y ou can perform this operation using t[...]

Programming 36 Changing the function settings of the main monitor station (Function list) How to change the function settings XX { OFF } { P AGE } { MENU } { VOLUME } 1 Press { MENU } , then select the desired item by pressing { VOLUME } ( ▲ ) or { P AGE } ( ▲ ) . 2 Press { MENU } (OK) , then select the desired item by pressing { VOLUME } ( ▲[...]

Programming 37 Item (function) Setting ANSWERING SETTINGS VOICE ANSWER ON, OFF L Y ou can answer a call from the door station or the sub monitor station by answering with a clear voice such as “ Y es? ” or “ Hello? ” unless you press { T ALK } (page 18). – Even if “ON” is selected, you can answer a call by pressing { T ALK } . VOICE C[...]

Programming 38 How to change the function settings XX { OFF } { P AGE } { MENU } { VOLUME } 1 Press { MENU } , then select the desired item by pressing { VOLUME } ( ▲ ) or { P AGE } ( ▲ ) . 2 Press { MENU } (OK) , then select the desired item by pressing { VOLUME } ( ▲ ) or { P AGE } ( ▲ ) . 3 Press { MENU } (OK) , then select the desired s[...]

Programming 39 Item (function) Setting REGISTRA TION/CANCELLA TION REGISTRA TION Y ou can add optional sub monitor stations or repeaters to the main monitor station, or cancel their registration. – Sub monitor station (page 44, 46) – Repeater (page 45, 46) CANCELLA TION OTHER SETTINGS INITIALIZE SETTINGS INIT + DEL ALL PICTURES, ONL Y INITIALIZ[...]

Programming 40 Changing the function settings of the sub monitor station (Function list) How to change the function settings { OFF } { ▲ } { ▲ } { MENU } { D } 1 Press { MENU } , then select the desired item by pressing { ▲ } or { ▲ } . 2 Press { D } (OK) , then select the desired setting by pressing { ▲ } or { ▲ } . L In some functions[...]

Programming 41 Item (function) Setting VOICE ANSWER ON, OFF L Y ou can answer a call from the door station, the main monitor station, or another sub monitor station by answering with a clear voice such as “ Y es? ” or “ Hello? ” unless you press { T ALK } (page 18). – Even if “ON” is selected, you can answer a call by pressing { T ALK[...]

* 1 For VL-MW250BX users: The sub monitor station and door station are optional (not included). * 2 Y ou can connect up to 2 door openers to the main monitor station. If the main monitor station is connected to a PBX, one of the 2 door openers can be connected to the PBX and operated from the PBX extensions. 42 Expanding the System Expanding your s[...]

43 Expanding the System Units required to be installed Adding a door station: Door station (up to 2 units including your original unit) Operating the door opener: Door opener (up to 2 units)* 2 Connecting to a door opener allows you to open the door using the { DOOR KEY } on the main monitor station or the sub monitor station (page 20). Using with [...]

44 Expanding the System Adding a sub monitor station (REGISTRA TION) Up to 4 sub monitor stations including your original one can be registered (page 4). Registration to the main monitor station is required. Charge the sub monitor station to be registered for about 30 minutes before registration. Registering the sub monitor station to the main moni[...]

45 Expanding the System Setting a repeater (REGISTRA TION) Y ou can set up to 2 optional repeaters (page 4). L One repeater can relay radio waves between the main monitor station and multiple sub monitor stations. L If you set a repeater between the main monitor station and sub monitor stations located at a distance, the repeater expands the radio [...]

46 Expanding the System Canceling registration of the sub monitor station/repeater (CANCELLA TION) Y ou can cancel the registration of a sub monitor station or a repeater if you do not use it. Using the main monitor station 1 Press { MENU } , then select “REGISTRA TION/ CANCELLA TION” by pressing { VOLUME } ( ▲ ) or { P AGE } ( ▲ ) . FUNCTI[...]

Help 47 T roubleshooting N Monitor display Problem Cause & Solution Page The image of the subject is displayed in black and white (or bluish-purple), or the background image appears greenish. L At night or when there is poor lighting in the doorway , – the display will be shown in black and white (or bluish- purple). – If there is a light i[...]

Help 48 Problem Cause & Solution Page The recorded image quality is lower . L The image quality of “8 PICTURES” is lower than “1 PICTURE”. Change the setting of “DOOR ST A TION PIC REC NUMBER” to “1 PICTURE” using the main monitor station if higher quality is required. 37 The recording date and time are not displayed while viewi[...]

Help 49 N Sub monitor station/Battery Problem Cause & Solution Page fl ashes and 2 short beeps sound. L The battery level is low . Charge the battery immediately . 16 Even if you place the sub monitor station on the charger , the CHARGE indicator does not light up. L The AC adaptor is disconnected from the power outlet or the charger . Plug th[...]

Help 50 Problem Cause & Solution Page The main monitor station does not work. L The display monitor does not display anything. L The ringer tone does not sound. L No voices can be heard. L The plug is disconnected from the power outlet, or it is about to be disconnected. Disconnect the plug, and connect it securely again. If this does not solve[...]

Help 51 Error messages N Main monitor station/Sub monitor station Problem Cause & Solution Page IN USE L The main monitor station or the sub monitor station is in use. T ry again later . ― PROTECTED PIC REMOVE PROTECT L The image you tried to erase is protected. Release the protection, then erase it. 30 31 (Main monitor station) PROTECT PIC F[...]

Help 52 Cleaning Clean the unit with a soft, dry cloth when cleaning. For excessive dirt, wipe the unit with a slightly damp cloth. Important: L When cleaning the unit, disconnect the plug or AC adaptor from the power outlet. L Do not use anything containing alcohol, polish powder , powder soap, benzine, thinner , wax, petroleum, or boiling water .[...]

General Information 53 Speci fi cations Main monitor station (VL-MW250BX) Power supply: 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Current consumption: Standby: Approx. 0.04 A During operation: Approx. 0.28 A Dimensions: Approx. height 190 mm x width 165 mm x depth 38 mm (Excluding protruding sections) Mass (Weight): Approx. 735 g Operating environment: 0 °C to [...]

Index 54 Index To fi nd the corresponding pages for functions displayed in the function list on the main monitor station and sub monitor station, see “FUNCTION SETTINGS” in section “F” below . A AC adaptor ................................................... 3, 16 Accessory ....................................................... 3, 4 Adjust[...]

Index 55 R Reception level .................................................. 15 Rechargeable nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) battery (for the sub monitor station) ............. 4, 52 Recording an image ......................................... 24 Recording date and time ............................ 27, 29 Recording number ............................[...]

For your future reference Date of purchase Serial number (found on the rear of the main monitor station) Dealer ’s name and address Dealer ’s telephone number Attach your sales receipt here. SW250BX_OI.indb 56 SW250BX_OI.indb 56 2010/08/25 15:58:40 2010/08/25 15:58:40[...]