4-174-241-12 (1)
Notes on Use
Before Use
If you find condensation when you open the package, turn on the power after
leaving it for about 60 minutes.
Data and security
Network Camera
You should keep in mind that the images or audio you are monitoring may be
protected by privacy and other legal rights, and the responsibility for making
sure you are complying with applicable laws is yours alone.
Access to the images and audio is protected only by a user name and the
password you set up. No further authentication is provided nor should you
Installation Manual
presume that any other protective filtering is done by the service. Since
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and
the service is Internet-based, there is a risk that the image or audio you are
retain it for future reference.
monitoring can be viewed or used by a third-party via the network.
SONY IS NOT RESPONSIBLE, AND ASSUMES ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY TO YOU
OR ANYONE ELSE, FOR SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS OR DISCONTINUATIONS OR
EVEN SERVICE CANCELLATION. THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED AS-IS, AND SONY
DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH
RESPECT TO THE SERVICE INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY OR ALL
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, OR THAT IT WILL OPERATE ERROR-FREE OR CONTINUOUSLY.
Security configuration is essential for wireless LAN. Should a problem
occur without setting security, or due to the limitation of the wireless LAN
specifications, SONY shall not be liable for any damage, loss of recorded data
or restoration thereof.
Always make a test recording, and verify that it was recorded successfully.
SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF FAILURE
OF THIS UNIT OR ITS RECORDING MEDIA, EXTERNAL STORAGE SYSTEMS OR
SNC-DH140/DH240
ANY OTHER MEDIA OR STORAGE SYSTEMS TO RECORD CONTENT OF ANY TYPE.
Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT
SNC-DH140T/DH240T
BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT
OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER DURING THE
WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY
OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.
2009 Sony Corporation
Printed in China
If you lose data by using this unit, SONY accepts no responsibility for
restoration of the data.
Personal information
Owner’s Record
The images taken by the system using this device can identify individuals
and thus they fall under “personal information” stipulated in the “Act on
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record these
the Protection of Personal Information”. Please handle the video data
numbers in the spaces provided below.
appropriately according to law.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding
Information recorded using this product may also be “personal information”.
this product.
Upon disposal, transfer, repair, or any other occasion where this product or
Model No.
Serial No.
storage media is passed on to a third party, practice due care in its handling.
Operating or storage location
WARNING
Do not shoot an extremely bright object (an illumination, the sun, etc.). Also,
avoid operating or storing the camera in the following locations, as these can be
To reduce a risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
a cause of a malfunction.
this product to rain or moisture.
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.,
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer
near heaters)
servicing to qualified personnel only.
Close to sources of strong magnetism
Close to sources of powerful electromagnetic radiation, such as radios or TV
WARNING
transmitters
This installation should be made by a qualified service person and should
Locations subject to strong vibration or shock
conform to all local codes.
Humid or dusty locations
Locations exposed to rain
WARNING
Locations under the influence of fluorescent light or reflection of a window
A readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the building
Under an unsteady light (the image will flicker.)
installation wiring.
Ventilation
WARNING (for Installers only)
To prevent heat buildup, do not block air circulation around the camera.
Instructions for installing the equipment on the ceiling or the wall:
Transportation
After the installation, ensure the connection is capable of supporting at least
a force of 50 Newtons (N) downwards.
Always turn off the power when carrying.
When transporting the camera, repack it as originally packed at the factory or in
CAUTION
materials of equal quality.
The rating label is located on the bottom.
Cleaning
CAUTION for LAN port
Use a blower to remove dust from the lens.
For safety reason, do not connect the LAN port to any network devices that
Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the external surfaces of the camera. Stubborn
might have excessive voltage.
stains can be removed using a soft cloth dampened with a small quantity of
The LAN port of this unit is to be connected only to the devices whose
detergent solution, then wipe dry.
power feeding meets the requirements for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage)
Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, benzene or thinners as they may
and complies with Limited Power Source according to IEC 60950-1.
damage the surface finishes.
Power Supply
Note on laser beams
Caution for U.S.A. and Canada
Laser beams may damage image sensors. You are cautioned that the surface of image
The SNC-DH140/DH240/DH140T/DH240T operates on 24 V AC or 12 V DC.
sensors should not be exposed to laser beam radiation in an environment where a laser
beam device is used.
The SNC-DH140/DH240/DH140T/DH240T automatically detects the power.
In the USA, this product shall be powered by a UL listed Class 2 Power Supply
Phenomena Specific to Image Sensors
Only.
In Canada, this product shall be powered by a CSA Certified Class 2 Power
The following phenomena that may occur in images are specific to image
Supply Only.
sensors. They do not indicate a malfunction.
Caution for other countries
White flecks
The SNC-DH140/DH240/DH140T/DH240T operates on 24 V AC or 12 V DC.
Although the image sensors are produced with high-precision technologies, fine
The SNC-DH140/DH240/DH140T/DH240T automatically detects the power.
white flecks may be generated on the screen in rare cases, caused by cosmic rays,
Use a power supply rated 24 V AC or 12 V DC which meets the requirements
etc.
for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) and complies with Limited Power Source
This is related to the principle of image sensors and is not a malfunction.
according to IEC 60950-1.
The white flecks especially tend to be seen in the following cases:
- when operating at a high environmental temperature
For customers in the U.S.A.
- when you have raised the gain (sensitivity)
- when using the slow shutter
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
Aliasing
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
When fine patterns, stripes, or lines are shot, they may appear jagged or flicker.
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
About the imaging conditions
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
When Auto Iris is set to On, resolution may be unsatisfactory. In this case, set
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
Auto Iris to Off.
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
When View-DR is set to On, resolution may be unsatisfactory. In this case,
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
set View-DR to Off, Auto Iris to Off and shutter speed to Auto (SNC-DH240/
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
DH240T).
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved
in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to
comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B or Part 15 of
FCC Rules.
For customers in Canada
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
For the customers in Europe
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-
ku, Tokyo, Japan.
The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony
Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in
separate service or guarantee documents.
For the customers in Europe, Australia and New Zealand
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause
radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
In the case that interference should occur, consult your nearest authorized
Sony service facility.
This apparatus shall not be used in the residential area.
ATTENTION
The electromagnetic fields at specific frequencies may influence the picture
of the unit.