C1463M-A (12/00)
PDF8 Series
Pendant Fixed Mount Dome
®
3500 Pelco Way
Clovis, CA 93612-5699
USA
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND WARNINGS
Prior to installation and use of this product, the following WARNINGS should be observed.
In North America & Canada:
Tel (800) 289-9100
FAX (800) 289-9150
1. Installation and servicing should only be done by qualified service personnel and conform
to all local codes.
DataFAX (800) 289-9108
2. Unless the unit is specifically marked as a NEMA Type 3, 3R, 3S, 4, 4X ,6 or 6P enclosure,
it is designed for indoor use only and it must not be installed where exposed to rain and
moisture.
International Customers:
Tel +1(559) 292-1981
FAX +1(559) 348-1120
DataFAX +1(559) 292-0435
3. Only use replacement parts recommended by Pelco.
PelcoEurope BV
4. The installation method and materials should be capable of supporting four times the
weight of the enclosure, pan/tilt, camera and lens combination.
Dillenburg Center
Dillenburgstraat 5F
5652 AM Eindhoven
The Netherlands
Tel +31(40) 251-9870
FAX +31(40) 251-9835
Please thoroughly familiarize yourself with the information in this manual prior to installation and
operation.
DESCRIPTION
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PDF8 Series domes are pendant style units designed for indoor use only. The dome can be
mounted to a ceiling or wall using a suitable length pipe (threaded at both ends) and a mount/
adapter. All PDF8 Series pendant domes are compatible with Pelco IWM Series Wall Mount, the
MRWA Wall Mount, and the MRCA Ceiling Mount.
Models
PDF8-0
Pendant dome with opaque black bubble and smoked viewing slot (1/2 f-stop
of light loss)
PDF8-1
Same as the PDF8-0 except bubble is opaque black with a clear viewing slot
INSTALLATION
Mount, Back Box Cap and Back Box Installation
1
Refer to the instructions supplied with
the IWM, MRWA, or MRCA to install the
mount for the PDF8 Series dome. Bring
the wiring for the dome through the
mount. Refer to Tables A and B for wir-
ing distances.
NOTE: The length of pipe used
may cause noticeable motion on
the video display. If this occurs,
the pipe will require additional
support by bracing, guy wires, etc.
MOUNT
PIPE
(NOT SUPPLIED)
BACK BOX
CAP
CAUTION: The mount
area must be capable of
supporting up to 40
2
3
Install a threaded pipe with a minimum
length of 2.50-inches into the mount.
Tighten the pipe to the mount with torque
of approximately 30 ft-lb.
pounds (18.12 kg) of weight.
BACK BOX
Refer to Figure 1 and install the back
box cap and back box. Pull wiring from
the mount through the back box cap and
into the back box. Slide the back box
cap over the pipe and screw the back
box onto the threaded pipe. Tighten the
back box by lightly applying torque, ap-
proximately 20 ft-lb.
Figure 1. Back Box Cap and Back Box
Installation
Table A. Video Coaxial Cable Requirements
Cable Type*
Maximum Distance
RG59/U
RG6/U
750 ft (229 m)
1,000 ft (305 m)
1,500 ft (457 m)
RG11/U
* Minimum cable requirements:
75 ohms impedance
All-copper center conductor
All-copper braided shield with 95% braid coverage
Table B. 24 VAC Wiring Distances
The following are the recommended maximum distances for 24 VAC applications and are
calculated with a 10-percent voltage drop. (Ten percent is generally the maximum allowable
voltage drop for AC-powered devices.)
Wire Gauge
EXAMPLE: An enclosure
that requires 80 vA and is in-
stalled 35 feet (10 m) from
the transformer would re-
quire a minimum wire gauge
of 20 AWG.
Total
vA
10
20
18
16
14
12
10
(0.5 mm2) (1.0 mm2) (1.5 mm2) (2.5 mm2) (4.0 mm2) (6.0 mm2)
283
(86)
451
(137)
716
(218)
1142
(348)
1811
(551)
2880
(877)
20
141
(42)
225
(68)
358
(109)
571
905
(275)
1440
(438)
(174)
30
94
(28)
150
(45)
238
(72)
380
(115)
603
(183)
960
(292)
NOTE: Wire gauges are
standard AWG or metric
sizes. Distances are calcu-
lated in feet; values in
40
70
(21)
112
(34)
179
(54)
285
(86)
452
(137)
720
(219)
50
56
(17)
90
(27)
143
(43)
228
(69)
362
(110)
576
(175)
parentheses are meters.
60
47
(14)
75
(22)
119
(36)
190
(57)
301
(91)
480
(146)
70
40
(12)
64
(19)
102
(31)
163
(49)
258
(78)
411
(125)
80
35
(10)
56
(17)
89
(27)
142
(43)
226
(68)
360
(109)
90
31
(9)
50
(15)
79
(24)
126
(38)
201
(61)
320
(97)
100
110
120
130
140
150
160
170
180
190
200
28
(8)
45
(13)
71
(21)
114
(34)
181
(55)
288
(87)
25
(7)
41
(12)
65
(19)
103
(31)
164
(49)
261
(79)
23
(7)
37
(11)
59
(17)
95
(28)
150
(45)
240
(73)
21
(6)
34
(10)
55
(16)
87
(26)
139
(42)
221
(67)
20
(6)
32
(9)
51
(15)
81
(24)
129
(39)
205
(62)
18
(5)
30
(9)
47
(14)
76
(23)
120
(36)
192
(58)
17
(5)
28
(8)
44
(13)
71
(21)
113
(34)
180
(54)
16
(4)
26
(7)
42
(12)
67
(20)
106
(32)
169
(51)
15
(4)
25
(7)
39
(11)
63
(19)
100
(30)
160
(48)
14
(4)
23
(7)
37
(11)
60
(18)
95
(28)
151
(46)
14
(4)
22
(6)
35
(10)
57
(17)
90
(27)
144
(43)
Maximum distance from transformer to load
MAINTENANCE
To clean the inside or outside of the plastic viewing dome, use a soft cloth that will not scratch
the surface. If you use any liquid cleaner, make sure it is safe for acrylic plastic.
Service Manual
If you need to service your unit, obtain a service manual in one of the following ways:
•
•
Call Pelco’s DataFAX service at 1-800-289-9108 or 1-559-292-0435 and request document
214638.
•
Contact Pelco’s Literature Department and request service manual C1463SM.
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
Environment:
Operating Range:
Weight:
Indoor only
32° to 120°F (0° to 49°C)
8.25 lb (3.74 kg)
MECHANICAL
Construction
Back Box:
Aluminum
Cap:
Aluminum
Bezel:
Aluminum
Viewing Window:
Finish:
Cable Entry:
Dimensions:
Maximum Camera/
Lens Size
Acrylic plastic
Black polyester powder coat
Top of dome
See Dimension Drawing
(Dimensions include BNC connector)
Horizontal:
15 degrees:
30 degrees:
7.0 (L) x 4.5 (W) x 3.0 (H) inches (17.78 x 11.43 x 7.62 cm)
10.0 (L) x 4.5 (W) x 2.0 (H) inches (25.4 x 11.43 x 5.08 cm)
12.0 (L) x 4.5 (W) x 2.5 (H) inches (30.48 x 11.43 x 6.35 cm)
(Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.)
WARRANTY AND RETURN INFORMATION
WARRANTY
Pelco will repair or replace, without charge, any merchandise proved defective in
material or workmanship for a period of one year after the date of shipment. Excep-
tions to this warranty are as noted below:
If a warranty repair is required, the Dealer must contact Pelco at (800) 289-9100
or (559) 292-1981 to obtain a Repair Authorization number (RA), and provide
the following information:
•
•
•
Three years on Genex® Series (multiplexers, server, and keyboard).
Two years on cameras and all standard motorized or fixed focal length lenses.
Two years on Legacy®, Camclosure™ Camera Systems, CM6700/CM8500/
CM9500/CM9750/CM9760 Matrix, PelcoVision®, DF5 Series and DF8 Fixed Dome
products.
1. Model and serial number
2. Date of shipment, P.O. number, Sales Order number, or Pelco invoice number
3. Details of the defect or problem
If there is a dispute regarding the warranty of a product which does not fall
under the warranty conditions stated above, please include a written explana-
tion with the product when returned.
•
Two years on Spectra® and Esprit™, including when used in continuous motion
applications.
•
•
Two years on WW5700 series window wiper (excluding wiper blades).
Six months on all pan and tilts, scanners or preset lenses used in continuous
motion applications (that is, preset scan, tour and auto scan modes).
Method of return shipment shall be the same or equal to the method by which
the item was received by Pelco.
Pelco will warrant all replacement parts and repairs for 90 days from the date of Pelco
shipment. All goods requiring warranty repair shall be sent freight prepaid to Pelco,
Clovis, California. Repairs made necessary by reason of misuse, alteration, normal
wear, or accident are not covered under this warranty.
RETURNS
In order to expedite parts returned to the factory for repair or credit, please call
the factory at (800) 289-9100 or (559) 292-1981 to obtain an authorization num-
ber (CA number if returned for credit, and RA number if returned for repair).
Goods returned for repair or credit should be clearly identified with the assigned
CA/RAnumber and freight should be prepaid.All merchandise returned for credit
may be subject to a 20% restocking and refurbishing charge.
Pelco assumes no risk and shall be subject to no liability for damages or loss result-
ing from the specific use or application made of the Products. Pelco’s liability for any
claim, whether based on breach of contract, negligence, infringement of any rights of
any party or product liability, relating to the Products shall not exceed the price paid
by the Dealer to Pelco for such Products. In no event will Pelco be liable for any
special, incidental or consequential damages (including loss of use, loss of profit and
claims of third parties) however caused, whether by the negligence of Pelco or otherwise.
Ship freight prepaid to: Pelco
3500 Pelco Way
Clovis, CA 93612-5699
The above warranty provides the Dealer with specific legal rights. The Dealer may
also have additional rights, which are subject to variation from state to state.
REVISION HISTORY
Manual # Date
Comments
Original version.
C1463M
6/97
8/97
12/00
Revised available model numbers.
Revised installation instructions and illustrations. Updated manual to new format.
C1463M-A
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