Panasonic VL-SW251 Series - User Manual

VL-V522LBX
VL-V522LSX
Wireless Video Intercom System
Key Features
• Wireless Handset:
Check visitors and respond promptly from everywhere in the home and even while you are doing something else, by wireless handset.
UP to 4 wireless monitor connectable. Max wireless range is 100 m with no obstacles. You can add on repeaters expand the range.
• Picture Recording Function:
The intercom records the images of up to 400. (50 separate sessions: 1 session consists of 8 shots)
• 5-inch Wide Screen:
Main monitor offer easy viewing at wide angles both vertical and horizontal.
• Voice Change Function:
This function makes woman’s voice (higher keys) sounds like a man’s (lower keys).
• Intercom Call:
Both the main monitor station and the sub monitor station can transfer a door call using the same operation. When using
multiple sub monitor stations, you can make intercom calls between the sub monitor stations.
• Electric Lock Release Support (Door Opener):
The door lock can be easily and quickly released even from the second oor of the house.
• Night Vision with LED lights (illumination lamp) :
Door Station is equipped with LED lights (illumination lamp). It enables the colour display of visitors at a distance of about 50 cm at night.
• Expanding your system with optional units
Units required to be registered
to the main monitor station
Adding a sub monitor station: 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
Using with Panasonic PBX:
Please use only a Panasonic PBX.
Expanding the range
of the system
(radio wave range):
Wireless monitor (up
to 4 units including
your original unit)
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.
*
2
Connecting to a PBX allows you to answer calls from the door
station using additional machines (extensions).
You can also connect an optional lobby
station for apartment complexes.
*
3
Sub monitor
station
*
1
Door
station
*
1
Repeater
(up to 2 units)
VL-W605BX
VL-W605CX
VL-W605AZ
VL-V566BX
*
3
VL-FAN1BX
VL-FAN1CX
Wireless Video
Intercom System
VL-SW251
Units required to be installed
Main monitor station
Door opener
PBX
Terminal box
*1 For VL-MW251BX/VL-MW251CX/VL-MW251SX users: The sub monitor station and door station are optional (not included). *2 You 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. *3 Cannot be connected to the VL-SW251AZ
For the sub Monitor station:
AC adaptor (Cord length: Approx. 1.8 m) x 1, Battery x 1, Battery cover x 1, Charger x 1, Charger stand x 1
For the Door Station:
Wood screws (3.8 mm x 20 mm) x 2
For the Main Monitor Station:
Mounting bracket x 1, Wood screws (4 mm x 16 mm) x 2
Optional Accessories
Repeater
VL-FAN1BX
VL-FAN1CX
Door Station
(Doorphone)
VL-V566BX
Door Station
(Doorphone)
VL-V522LBX
VL-V522LSX
Wireless Monitor
(Sub monitor station)
VL-W605BX
VL-W605CX
VL-W605AZ
Accessory information
Lobby Station
VL-V590BX
VL-V590CX
• Up to 20 Main monitors connectable
• Cannot be connected to the VL-SW251AZ.
VL-SW251
or
Connectable PBX Model Numbers:
KX-TDA30/100/100D/200/600, KX-TDE100/200/600, KX-NCP500/1000, KX-NS300/500/1000
As of November, 2014
Relative Product
Main Monitor Station
(Main monitor)
VL-MV251BX
VL-MV251CX
VL-MV251SX
VL-FAN1
STATUS
IN USE (LED)
PROGRAM

Summary

Panasonic VL-SW251 Wireless Video Intercom System Key Features

Wireless Handset Functionality

Allows prompt response from anywhere in the home, with up to 4 wireless monitors connectable and range expansion.

Picture Recording Capability

Records visitor images in sessions, capturing up to 400 images across 50 separate sessions.

Wide Screen Display and Voice Function

Features a 5-inch wide screen for easy viewing and a voice change function for male/female voice alteration.

Intercom and Lock Release Features

Supports intercom calls between stations and electric lock release for convenient door access.

Night Vision Illumination

Door station equipped with LED lights for clear visitor display at night.

Expanding Your Panasonic Intercom System

Adding Sub Monitor Stations

Details on registering wireless monitors (up to 4 units) to the main monitor station.

Expanding Radio Wave Range

Information on using repeaters (up to 2 units) to extend the system's wireless range.

Adding Door Stations

Guidance on adding door stations (up to 2 units) to the original system.

Door Opener Operation

Instructions for connecting and operating door openers from the monitor stations.

Panasonic PBX Integration

Explains how to connect the system to a Panasonic PBX for call answering on extensions.

System Specifications and Model Composition

VL-SW251 Model Variants

Details the different model compositions for the VL-SW251 system series.

Main Monitor Station Specifications

Provides dimensions, power supply, weight, operating environment, and display details for the main monitor.

Door Station Specifications

Lists specifications for the door station, including dimensions, weight, and installation requirements.

Wireless Monitor and Charger Specs

Details specifications for the wireless monitor (sub monitor station) and its charger.

Optional Repeater and Lobby Station

Provides specifications for optional accessories like repeaters and lobby stations.

Installation Guidance

Doorphone Installation Height

Recommends an installation height of 1450 mm for the door station.

Main Monitor Installation

Illustrates the mounting process and location for the main monitor station.

Wiring Specifications

Outlines wire types and maximum distances for connections between components.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Main Monitor Station (VL-MW251BX/CX/AZ)
4. Door Station (VL-V522L)
5. Wireless Monitor (Sub monitor station) (VL-W605BX/CX/AZ)
6. Optional Repeater (VL-FAN1BX/CX)
7. Optional Lobby Station (VL-V590BX/CX)
8. Wiring Specifications
9. Usage Features
10. Maintenance Features

The Panasonic VL-SW251 is a wireless video intercom system designed for home and apartment complex security and communication. It comprises a main monitor station, a door station, and a wireless monitor (sub monitor station), with options for expansion through additional units.

Function Description:

The core function of the VL-SW251 is to enable two-way audio and one-way video communication between residents and visitors at the door. When a visitor presses the call button on the door station, the main monitor station and any registered wireless monitors will ring, displaying the visitor's image. Residents can then speak with the visitor and, if desired, remotely unlock the door.

The system features a wireless handset, allowing users to check visitors and respond from anywhere within the home, even while performing other tasks. This enhances convenience and mobility. The intercom also includes a picture recording function, which automatically captures images of visitors. This feature is useful for reviewing past visitors or for security purposes when residents are not home.

For enhanced security, the system incorporates a voice change function, which can alter a woman's voice to sound like a man's (lower keys) and vice versa. This can be a deterrent to potential intruders. The door station is equipped with LED lights for night vision, ensuring clear color display of visitors even in low-light conditions up to approximately 50 cm away.

Intercom calls can be made between the main monitor station and sub monitor stations, as well as between multiple sub monitor stations, facilitating internal communication within a larger home or office. The electric lock release support allows for convenient remote door unlocking from any monitor, including from a second floor.

Important Technical Specifications:

Main Monitor Station (VL-MW251BX/CX/AZ):

• Power Supply: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
• Power Consumption: Standby: Approx. 0.04 A, During operation: Approx. 0.28 A
• Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx. 190 x 165 x 38 mm
• Weight: Approx. 785 g
• Operating Environment: 0 °C to 40 °C, Up to 90% RH (Relative Humidity) non condensing
• Display: Approx. 5-inch, wide color display
• Frequency: 2.402 GHz - 2.481 GHz
• Installation Method: Wall mount (bracket included)
• External Material: Flame retardant ABS resin

Door Station (VL-V522L):

• Power Supply: Supplied by the Main Monitor Station
• Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx. 131 x 99 x 36.5 mm
• Weight: Approx. 200 g
• Operating Environment: -10 °C to 50 °C, Up to 90% RH (Relative Humidity) non condensing
• Viewing Angle: Horizontally: Approx. 87°, Vertically: Approx. 66°
• Installation Method: Wall mount (base included)
• Minimum Illuminance Required: 1 lx (within approx. 50cm from the camera lens)
• Lighting Method: Warm white LED lights, Infrared LEDs
• IP Rating: IPX3 (Water resistance is assured if installed correctly and with appropriate water protection measures)
• External Material: Flame retardant ABS resin

Wireless Monitor (Sub monitor station) (VL-W605BX/CX/AZ):

• Power Supply: Ni-MH battery (3.6 V DC / 650 mAh)
• Dimensions (H x W x D): Main body: Approx. 157 x 52 x 35 mm; Charger: Approx. 105 x 76 x 48 mm (without stand), Approx. 115 x 76 x 90 mm (with stand)
• Weight: Main body: Approx. 175 g (including battery); Charger: Approx. 115 g (including stand)
• Operating Environment: 0 °C to 40 °C, Up to 90% RH (Relative Humidity) non condensing
• Display: 1.8" color LCD monitor
• Frequency: 2.402 GHz - 2.481 GHz
• External Material: ABS resin

Optional Repeater (VL-FAN1BX/CX):

• Power Supply: AC adaptor (100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz)
• Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx. 27 x 101 x 82 mm (antenna down), Approx. 69.5 x 101 x 82 mm (antenna up)
• Weight: Approx. 85 g
• Operating Environment: 0 °C to 40 °C, Up to 90% RH (Relative Humidity) non condensing
• Frequency: 2.402 GHz - 2.481 GHz
• External Material: Flame retardant PS resin

Optional Lobby Station (VL-V590BX/CX):

• Power Supply: 100 V-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
• Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx. 358 x 180 x 17.3 mm (excluding sections embedded into the wall)
• Weight: Approx. 2.0 kg
• Operating Environment: -10 °C to 50 °C, Up to 90% RH (Relative Humidity) non condensing
• Viewing Angle: Horizontally: Approx. 87°, Vertically: Approx. 66°
• Installation Method: Wall mount (flush mounted box included)
• External Material: Stainless steel and flame retardant ABS resin

Wiring Specifications:

• Main Monitor Station to Door Station: General cable CAT-3 or 22 AWG (Ø 0.65). Maximum distance 50 m (10 Ω or lower loop resistance) or 100 m.
• Main Monitor Station to PBX: General cable CAT-3 or 22 AWG (Ø 0.65). Maximum distance 100 m.

Usage Features:

• Wireless Handset Mobility: The system supports up to 4 wireless monitors, providing freedom to answer calls from anywhere within a 100 m range (without obstacles). Repeaters can be added to extend this range.
• Wide Screen Display: The main monitor features a 5-inch wide color display, offering easy viewing at wide angles both vertically and horizontally.
• Picture Recording: The intercom can record up to 400 images (50 separate sessions, with 8 shots per session), providing a visual log of visitors.
• Voice Change Function: Enhances security by allowing users to alter their voice (e.g., a woman's voice to sound like a man's).
• Intercom Call Functionality: Enables communication between the main monitor and sub monitors, as well as between multiple sub monitors.
• Electric Lock Release: Supports remote unlocking of a door connected to the system, accessible from any monitor.
• Night Vision: The door station's LED lights ensure clear color images of visitors even in low-light conditions.
• Expandability: The system is highly expandable, allowing for the addition of:
  • Up to 2 door stations (including the original unit).
  • Up to 4 wireless monitors (including the original unit).
  • Up to 2 repeaters to extend the wireless range.
  • Up to 2 door openers for remote door unlocking.
  • Optional lobby stations for apartment complexes.
  • Integration with Panasonic PBX systems (e.g., KX-TDA, KX-TDE, KX-NCP, KX-NS series) for answering door calls via extensions.
• Easy Installation: The manual provides clear instructions for installing the door station and main monitor, including recommended heights and wiring diagrams.

Maintenance Features:

• Durable Materials: Components are constructed from flame retardant ABS resin and stainless steel (for the lobby station), ensuring durability.
• Water Resistance: The door station has an IPX3 rating, providing protection against water splashes when installed correctly.
• Battery-Powered Wireless Monitor: The wireless monitor uses a Ni-MH battery, offering portability and ease of use.
• AC Adaptor for Charging: The wireless monitor charger uses an AC adaptor for convenient power.
• Clear Wiring Diagrams: The provided wiring schematic diagram simplifies installation and troubleshooting.
• Safety Precautions: The manual emphasizes reading operating and installation instructions carefully for safe use.

Panasonic VL-SW251 Series Specifications