1/3.2” Ultra-compact High Sensitivity Day/Night Camera

WAT-1300/CS

Operation Manual

Thank you for purchasing the “1/3.2” Ultra-compact High Sensitivity Day/Night Camera WAT-1300/CS” (reﬀered to as the“product” or “camera” in this manual). This operation manual covers safety, functions, installation and the correct operatingprocedure for the camera. First, we ask you to read this operation manual thoroughly, then install and operate the product asadvised. For future reference, we also advise safekeeping of this manual. If you do not understand the installation, operationor safety instructions expressed in this manual, please contact the distributor or dealer from where the camera was purchased.
Not understanding the contents of the operation manual suﬃciently may cause damage to the camera, personal belongings
and/or result in injury. Watec is not responsible for any inconvenience or the attendant damages to the video and monitoring
recording equipment caused by misuse, miss-operation or improper wiring of our equipment.

To Use This Product Safely
Watec cameras are designed to be used safely. If not used safely, it may lead to a physical accident caused by ﬁre andelectric shock. Therefore, please keep and read the “Cautions for safety” (P.2) for protection against accidents.

Guide to the Safety Symbols“DANGER” indicates a compulsorily prohibition to prevent accidents.
“Warning” may lead to a serious accident such as death or injury caused by ﬁre or electric shock.
“Caution” may incur injury and cause damage to the camera and/or peripherals in the surroundings.

Power SupplyFor the product, use a stabilized power adaptor designed for DC+5-12V with a current capacity of more than 350mA.
Wiring of the connector must be exact (see “Description of Parts” (P.3) “⑥2P Cable” ).
Utilize the option CB-10 (Cable with connectors).

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Cautions for Safety
Please read and understand the “Cautions for safety” below to ensure the correct use of the product.
・Do not disassemble and/or modify the camera.
・Do not operate the camera with wet hands.

・Use the camera within the range of the power supply voltage speciﬁcations
The recommended voltage is DC+5-12V. Also, we advise the use of an “inline fuse” power line toprotect the camera and peripheral equipment, where applicable.
・Do not expose the camera to wetness or high moisture conditions.
The camera is designed and approved for indoor use only.
The camera is not water-resistant or waterproof.
・Protect the camera from condensation.
Keep the camera dry at all times during storage and operation.
・Should the camera not work properly, unplug the power immediately.
Check the camera according to the “Problems and Trouble shooting” (P.5) section.

・Avoid the striking of hard objects or dropping the camera.
The camera use high quality electrical parts and precision components and may
inadvertently be damaged if not cared for properly.
・Do not connect any power supply directly to the video out terminal of the unit.
Applying voltage to the video output terminals may cause damage.
・Do not install the camera in a position subject to direct sunlight.
Sunlight shinning directly onto the camera lens can cause damage to the sensor.
・Select a stable place for installation of the camera.
Use an appropriately rated mount durable and strong for all installation position.
・Turn oﬀ the power of the camera and peripherals when moving them anddisconnect the all connecting cables.
Before moving the camera, always remove any cables from the rear of the camera ﬁrst.
Follow the procedure below to disconnect the cables.
1) Remove the video cables connected to the camera.
2) Remove the power cables connected to the camera.
・Avoid using the camera near any strong electro-magnetic ﬁeld.
In the event of exposure to electromagnetic waves (causing the monitored image to become distorted)
we recommend the camera be shielded by an appropriate protective casing.

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Contents
Referring to the illustration below, conﬁrm all parts are present upon receipt of camera.

2P Cable (300mm)

Lens Mount Cap

WAT-1300/CS (Camera)

MCX-BNC Cable

Description of Parts
Front①IMAGE SENSOR / Sensor Window
The light receiving face of the image sensor. Dirt, wateror oil deposits on the image sensor will cause an unclear
picture on the monitor. Attach the lens cap to protect thelens and the sensor from contamination and damage.

Rear②VIDEO OUT TERMINAL

WAT-1300

The terminal for HD-SDI signal output.

S / No. W528 00000
MADE IN JAPANPOWER IN( DC5-12v )③REMOTE CONTROL TERMINAL

HD-SDIOSD

The terminal designed for connection with the remotecontrol for setting the function on the OSD menu.
④POWER IN TERMINALThe terminal for power input.

Side⑤CAMERA MOUNTING FEATURES
M2 screw holes for ﬁxing the camera. Use when mounting
the camera on such as the B001 bracket.

⑥2P Cable
Red POWER IN (DC+5-12V)
Black GND

Wiring of the connector must be exact. Be careful not totouch the other terminal while wiring. Protect the wiring
portion by using insulation tape after wiring.

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1)

Ensure that the power to the camera and the peripheral equipment is turned oﬀ before making any connections.

2)

Remove the lens mount cap from the camera.

3)

Connect the 2P Cable to “④POWER IN TERMINAL” .

4)

Turn on the power to the camera, monitor and all other allied equipment.

5)

Connect the MCX-BNC cable to "②VIDEO OUT TERMINAL" on the camera with a monitor using a high frequency coaxial cablewith 75Ω impedance. *When the image cannot be obtained on the monitor, or a problem occurs, check and follow theprocedure mentioned in the “Problems and Trouble Shooting” (P.5).

6)

Adjust the focus and iris until optimal image clarity through the lens is achieved.

7)

If the above operations do not provide suﬃcient images or if more detailed settings are required, set various functions on
the OSD menu. *To change camera functions on the OSD menu, connect the optional RC-01 (remote controller) to"③REMOTE CONTROL TERMINAL".

Options
This product exerts the optimum performance with our recommended options. Please take a look at our website and catalogintroducing more options. Contact the distributor or dealer for purchase.

B001

MS50

Convenient for mounting the camera. There is a U1/4 screwWith the coupler structure, the camera can be adjusted

on the bottom and through holes for M2 on both sides.

to any desired angle.

RC-01

CB-10 (POWER IN)

This controller is used to set various functions on the screen.

Power cable with jack.

About Coaxial Cables
The following optional coaxial cables are recommended for connection to the MCX-BNC cable.
LL

Model

Length (L)mModel

Length (L)m

2.5CHD(BNC/BNC)-2.5M2.53CFW(BNC/BNC)-2.5M

2.5

2.5CHD(BNC/BNC)-3M

33CFW(BNC/BNC)-3M

32.5CHD(BNC/BNC)-5M

53CFW(BNC/BNC)-5M

52.5CHD(BNC/BNC)-10M

103CFW(BNC/BNC)-10M

10If you use other cables instead of the above, we recommend the following cables and transmission distances.
3CFB(BNC/BNC) 50m or less, 5CFB(BNC/BNC) 100m or less
For other cables, please contact the cable manufacturer.
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Problems and Trouble Shooting
Trouble Shooting:
Disconnect the camera immediately should any of the following occur:･ An optimal picture cannot be obtained, after checking that all the cables and connections are correctly in place･ Smoke or any unusual odor emerges from the camera･ An object becomes embedded or a quantity of liquid seeps into the camera housing･ More than the recommended voltage and/or amperage has been applied to the camera by mistake･ Anything unusual occurring to any equipment connected to the camera
Required Action:1) Turn oﬀ the main power supply to the camera.
2) Remove the video cables connected to the camera.
3) Remove the power cables connected to the camera.
4) Contact the distributor or dealer from which the camera was purchased.

After-sales ServiceWarranty
All Watec products before being shipped to our customers are tested and inspected to ensure that our products are not faulty
and are of the highest quality as directed by our Watec Quality-control System. Watec camera have a 3-year warranty, andthe board camera units and peripherals have a 1-year warranty, provided that the products have been operated inaccordance with our operation manual and have not been altered in any way.
Note: The Watec 3-year warranty does not cover image sensor repair or replacement caused by white blemish phenomena.
For more details about the white blemish, please refer to the “After-sales Service” on our website or catalog.
Repair Service
Watec makes it a policy to repair Watec products ﬁrst hand with the appropriate charge in accordance with the detailed defectinformation supplied by you. All repairs in the Watec workshop are quickly and precisely dealt with and returned after theshortest repair period possible.

Contact information
Design and speciﬁcations are subject to change without notice. If for any reason the camera does not work properly, or if you
have any questions regarding installation or operation, contact the distributor or dealer from which the camera was purchased.
Watec Co., Ltd. Tokyo Oﬃce Add.: 7F O.K Build. 5-5-10 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 101-0021, Japan
TEL: +81-3-6806-0200 FAX: +81-3-6806-0399 Email: info-o@watec.co.jp© 2023 Watec Co., Ltd.

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