VK-U174

Ultra-compact high-sensitivity camera with X10 power zoom and improved CCD

VK-U174 (NTSC)

The VK-U174 (NTSC) is a lead-free ultra-compact chassis-type camera that weighs in at around 3.5 ounces. About the size of your little finger in length, small this new camera may be, but it’s no lightweight when it comes to performance and functionality.
  • Ultra-Compact and Lightweight
  • Privacy Zone Masking
  • Remote Control Capability through RS-232C Interface
  • Antivibration Cushioning
  • Environmentally Friendly
  • Digital Slow Shutter (DSS)
  • Mirror Image Function
  • Compact Onboard Monitoring

Features

Environmentally Friendly

With this new lead-free model, make your organization environmentally conscious. The VK-U174 enables you to not only monitor your environment but also help preserve it.
Mirror Image Function
The mirror image function enables reversing the field of view depending on the camera's position.
Privacy Zone Masking Function

When there are windows, entrances and other objects within the camera's vision that are not subject to surveillance, they can be masked on the monitor for protection of privacy.
 
Digital Slow Shutter (D.S.S.)
The Digital Slow Shutter allows the camera a long exposure time of 1/1 second (manual cont.). This translates into a higher sensitivity and minimum illumination of only 0.1 lx (color, 1/4s). Since more color data is captured and stored by the camera, you can see things not visible with conventional video cameras.
Remote Control through RS-232C Remote operations are possible via the RS-232C, which allows control of the camera's focus, iris, zoom, shutter speed and so on. Use this connection for peace of mind monitoring at remote locations.
Antivibration Function  Internal rubber cushioning positioned at four points on the lens enable the VK-U174 to take smooth footage, even when used in moving vehicles.
Compact Onboard Monitoring Space is often a factor when driving. Let the new compact VK-U174 camera provide you with an onboard monitoring solution that won't get in the way. Cumbersome cameras are now a thing of the past. After installing the VK-U174 you won't even know its there yourself?let alone the offending vehicle.
Teleconferencing Revolutionized
 
Modern telecommunications have caused huge changes in the methods in which we conduct business. Stay ahead of the rest with the VK-U174. For a teleconferencing solution that will leave your clients astounded while leaving your competitors to pick up the pieces, choose small, choose versatile, choose Hitachi.
Total Traffic Control
 
Monitoring traffic is important to all societies. The VK-U174 offers a versatile traffic control monitoring solution for traffic authorities. For keeping track of your city's traffic flow and transportation infrastructure in an unobtrusive way, Hitachi now has a solution that is compact and has excellent functionality.
Downsized Conventional Monitoring Systems  Does your monitoring system stick out like a sore thumb? Being monitored should never be the focal point of your clients? visit. It is time you opt for the sleek VK-U174 with its compact design for a discrete solution. Cumbersome surveillance is now a thing of the past. Upgrade to downsize with a Hitachi solution. 

Specification

Model
VK-U174
Signal Format NTSC
Image Sensor 1/4” CCD
Total Pixels 410k (811 x 508)
Effective Pixels  380k (768 x 494) 
Lens F1.8 (f = 3.8 – 38mm), High Durability X10 Zoom Lens, Video Auto Focus
Angle of View Horizontal 50.7°(Wide), 5.4° (Tele)
Focal Range Infinity - 1m(t) - 0.01m(w)* (soft)
Sync. System Internal/Line-Lock (60Hz)
Optical Zoom TELE-WIDE (Zoom Speed: 3.2 sec*/4.3 sec) (soft)
Digital Zoom Off*/On (up to 12 X) (soft)
Video Focus Auto*/Manual (NEAR-FAR)
DSP Digital Signal Processor (Hitachi DSP-6)
Digital Slow Shutter Yes (SDRAM I/F)
Image Reverse OFF* / ON (soft)
Mirror OFF* / ON (soft)
Scene Memory (Freeze) OFF* / ON (soft)
Privacy Zone Masking OFF / ON* [ 2 zone 2-D / 8 zone 3-D ] (soft)
Status Display OFF * / ON [ Focus, BLC, DSS status ] (soft)
Picture Effects YES [ Nega. picture, B/W picture ] (soft)
Motion Detect OFF* / ON (soft)
Various Customizable Settings Yes [Preset store (max.64), WB fixed mode]
Electrical Shutter Auto:Pro. AE (1/60 - 1/4ks)
Auto (+DS Shutter):Pro.AE+ (1/2 - 1/4* - 1/4ks : Seamless)
Manual:Shutter priority 1/1 - 1/30ks: soft
Manual:Exposure priority F1.8 - F28.8: soft
Manual:AGC priority 0 - 30dB: soft
 
Shutter Sensititivity 64x, 32x, 16x, 8x, 4x, 2x (soft)
Iris Auto*/(offset: soft)
White Balance Auto*/(manual: soft)
Horizontal Resolution 470 TVL
Luminance S/N Ratio More than 50 dB
Min. Sensitivity Normal (1/60s): 1 lx * (Color)
DSS (1/4s): 0.1 lx (Color) 
In 3m Condition: (F1.8 (w), 300mV)
Video Output  VBS / YC 
Supplied Voltage 9-12V DC
Supplied Current 245mA (max: 295mA)
Consumption 2.6W (max: 3.0W)
Dimension (W x H x D) 34.6 x 40.0 x 54.0mm (w/ M-case)
Weight 100g (w/ M-case)
Operating Temperature (Recommended) 0 – 50°C (0 – 40°C)
  *Default setting

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