CCD Camera
CleverDragon
CSCLV90BC3 seriesSpecification
CONTENTS
Restriction For Use······························································ 2
Exemption Clauses ······························································ 3
Notes on using this product·················································· 4
1. Overview ········································································· 6
2. Features ··········································································· 6
3. Configuration··································································· 7
4. Option parts ····································································· 7
5. Function··········································································· 7
6. Specification ···································································· 9
7. Timing Chart·································································· 15
8. Guarantee ······································································ 20
9. Repair ············································································ 21
10. External-view Drawing ················································ 22

The contents described in this manual may be changed without prior notice.
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Restriction For Use• Should the equipment be used in the following conditions or environments, give consideration to safetymeasures and inform us of such usage:
1. Use of the equipment in the conditions or environment contrary to those specified, or use outdoors.
2. Use of the equipment in applications expected to cause potential hazard to people or property, which
require special safety measures to be adopted.
• This product can be used under diverse operating conditions. Determination of applicability of equipment or
devices concerned shall be determined after analysis or testing as necessary by the designer of such equipment
or devices, or personal related to the specifications. Such designer or personal shall assure the performance andsafety of the equipment or devices.
• This product is not designed or manufactured to be used for control of equipment directly concerned withhuman life (*1) or equipment relating to maintenance of public services/functions involving factors of safety(*2). Therefore, the product shall not be used for such applications.
(*1): Equipment directly concerned with human life refer to:
Medical equipment such as life-support systems, equipment for operating theaters.
Exhaust control equipment for exhaust gases such as toxic fumes or smoke.
Equipment mandatory to be installed by various laws and regulations such as the Fire Act or
Building Standard Law.
Equipment related to the above.
(*2): Equipment relating to maintenance of public service/functions involving factors of safety refer to:
Traffic control systems for air transportation, railways, roads, or marine transportation.
Equipment for nuclear power generation.
Equipment related to the above.

Although sufficient check is performed about translation of these specifications, we will apply a Japanese
sentence, if a doubt should occur.

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Exemption Clauses• TELI assumes no responsibility or liability for damage arising from fire, earthquake, an act by a third party orother accidents, or intentional or careless error or misuse by the user, or use under abnormal conditions.
• TELI assumes no responsibility or liability for incidental damages (e.g., loss of business profits or interruptionof business) arising from use of or inability to use the camera equipment.
• TELI assumes no responsibility or liability in the case damages or losses are caused by failure to observe theinformation contained in the operation manual and specifications.
• TELI assumes no responsibility or liability in the case damages or losses are caused by use contrary to the
instructions in this operation manual and specifications.
• TELI assumes no responsibility or liability in the case damages or losses are caused by malfunction or otherproblems resulting from use of equipment or software that is not specified.
• TELI assumes no responsibility or liability in the case damages or losses are caused by repair or modification
conducted by the customer or any unauthorized third party (such as an unauthorized service representative).
• Expenses we bear on this product shall be limited to the individual price of the product.
• TELI does NOT guarantee the items that are not described in the specification.

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Notes on using this product• Handle carefully
Do not drop the equipment or allow it to be subject to strong impact or vibration, as such action may cause
malfunctions. Further, do not damage the connection cable, since this may cause wire breakage.
• Environmental operating conditions
Do not use the product in locations where the ambient temperature or humidity exceeds the specifications.
Otherwise, image quality may be degraded or internal components may be adversely affected. In particular, do
not use the product in areas exposed to direct sunlight. Moreover, during shooting under high temperatures,vertical stripes or white spots (noise) may be produced, depending on the subject or camera conditions (such asincreased gain). However, such phenomena are not malfunctions.
• Regarding a lens mount
Install a next lens; its dimension of protrusion from flange is equal to or less than 5.9 mm. If a lens does not standto this condition, it might not be installed to this camera.

• Check a combination with the lens
Depending on the lens and lighting you use, an image is reflected as a ghost in the imaging area. However, thisis not because of a fault of the camera.
In addition, depending on the lens you use, the performance of the camera may not be brought out fully due todeterioration in resolution and brightness in the peripheral area, aberration and others.
Be sure to check a combination with the camera by using the lens and lightning you actually use.
When installing a lens in the camera, make sure carefully that it is not tilted.
In addition, use a mounting screw free from defects and dirt. Otherwise, the camera may be unable to be
removed.

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Notes on using this product• Avoid intensive light
Do NOT expose the camera's image-pickup-plane to sunlight or other intense light directly. If the part of CCD is
exposed to spot-intensive light, you might get a picture problem like blooming and/or smear. Under thecomparison at the same video output level, the shorter the exposure time setting, the more smear is generated.
• Do not expose the camera’s image-pickup-plane to sunlight or other intense light directly.
Its inner CCD (charge-coupled device) might be damaged.
• Occurrence of moire
If you shoot thin stripe patterns, moire patterns (interference fringes) may appear. This is not a malfunction.
• Occurrence of noise on the screen
If an intense magnetic or electromagnetic field is generated near the camera or connection cable, noise may begenerated on the screen. If this occurs, move the camera or the cable.
• Handling of the protective cap
If the camera is not in use, attach the lens cap to the camera to protect the image pickup surface.
• If the equipment is not to be used for a long duration
Turn off power to the camera for safety.
• Maintenance
Turn off power to the equipment and wipe it with a dry cloth.
If it becomes severely contaminated, gently wipe the affected areas with a soft cloth dampened with diluted
neutral detergent. Never use alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemicals because such chemicals may damage or
discolor the paint and indications.
If the image pickup surface becomes dusty, contaminated, or scratched, consult your sales representative.
• When disposing of the camera
Wastes of this product should be separated and discarded in compliance with the various national and local
ordinances.
This camera is showing the following symbol to body or operation manual due to EU environmental regulation(Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)). However this symbol is applied to only a EU member
state.

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1. Overview
CleverDragon CSCLV90BC3 series is an integrated type B/W CCD camera with a VGA format all-pixel-data
readout CCD. This model has thrice greater driving frequency of conventional cameras to achieve fast-speed
data-processing. The model is suited for high-speed, high-resolution image processing use. Its compact,
light-weight body is ideal for system integration.

2. Features(1) Ultra-compact and lightweight main unit
The space-saving ultra-compact and lightweight camera has excellent resistance against vibration and impact.
(2) Triple-speed reading
CSCLV90BC3 series reads image data 3 times faster than the conventional CCD camera(3) All-pixel reading
The all-pixel reading system allows the CSCLV90BC3 series to read all pixels in just 1/90 second.
CSCLV90BC3 series is equipped with a full-frame shutter that allows all-pixel reading even during shutter
operations.
(4) Full-frame shutter
Since all pixels are output even by a random trigger shutter operation, high resolution can be achieved,
without deteriorating the vertical resolution.
(5) Tetragonal lattice layout
The tetragonal lattice layout of CCD pixels facilitates computation for image processing.
(6) Camera Link interface (power supply type)
By using a Camera Link-capable frame grabber board to which power can be supplied, high-speed transfer of
captured images to a PC as well as various types of camera control from the PC are allowed. Power can also
be supplied to the camera with only one cable.
(7) Random trigger shutter function
CSCLV90BC3 series is equipped with a random trigger shutter, which starts exposure synchronized withexternal trigger signals. Fast-moving objects can thus be captured in place, which ensures accurate image
processing.
(8) Restart-Reset
Images can be shot and fetched at arbitrary timing based on external VD signal input.
(9) Partial scan
Further speed-up is possible because ranges except the range of the image output that the user set are not read.
(10) RoHS compliant
CleverDragon series are complied with EU RoHS.

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3. Configuration
Camera body ............................................................................................. 1
Operation Manual (Japanese) ................................................................... 1
Operation Manual (English) ..................................................................... 1

4. Option parts(1) Camera mounting kit*NOTE: Contact your dealer / distributor for details of option units.
*NOTE: Application software is not supplied as a standard item.

5. Function
5-1. Serial communication control
By CameraLink serial communication interface, it is possible to control the following functions.
(1) Set-up Addition Value

10bit:+0 to +255 [digit]

8bit:+0 to +63 [digit](2) Gain

0dB to Approx. +12dB(3) Shutter Speed

8[sec] to 1/20,000[sec](4) Random Trigger Shutter

ON / OFF* Restart-Reset mode must be disabled.

・Trigger / VD Polarity

Positive / Negative・Random Trigger ModeFix / Pulse Width(5) Restart-Reset

ON / OFF* Random Trigger Shutter mode must be disabled.

(6) Partial Scan

Video output start line, Video output width
Minimum width: 120H

5-2. Power supply from PoCL-Lite cable
Pin 1, 14+12V±10% (ripple level: 50mVP-P or less)( 7 / 27 )D4179413C

5-3. Command Communication Protocol
The command communication protocol is the teli standard method (method in which parameters are set in theregisters in the camera).
In command send/receive operation, hexadecimal address and data are converted to ASCII data.
All ASCII alphabetic characters used are uppercase characters.

(1) Write to a register
To write data in a register, send a command, as follows. (Address' max-length is 2 bytes, and Data's
max-length is 8 bytes)

For example, to write data 0x38 to address 0x76, send a command, as follows:

The camera responds to the write command with No Error (ACK) or Error (NAK), as follows:
No Error (ACK):

Error (NAK):*Because two kinds of data is needed for the setting about the Partial Scan, the register writing for "Set value
application" is separately needed.

(2) Reading the register
To read data from a register, send ', (comma)', 'R', 'Q' and [CR] code following the address. For example, toread data in address 0x91, send a command, as follows:

The camera responds to the read request, as follows (Data's max-length is 8 bytes):

Actually, the camera responds to the read request as minimum data length: For example, to read data 0x10 toaddress 0x91, the camera responds as follows:( 8 / 27 )D4179413C

6. Specification[Electrical specification](1) Imager

all-pixel-data-readout interline transfer CCD

Number of total pixels

692(H) × 504(V)Number of effective pixels

659(H) × 494(V)

Number of Video out pixels

648(H) × 494(V)Scanning area

4.88mm(H) × 3.66mm(V)(= Equivalent to 1/3” type CCD size)
7.40µm(H) × 7.40µm(V) (Square-grid array)

Pixel size(2) Scan method

Non- interlace(3) Synchronization method

Internal synchronization(4) Aspect ratio

4:3(5) Video Output

Compliant with CameraLink standard version 1.2

Data

10 / 8 bit switching (factory default: 8bit）

Readout mode
All pixel readout (factory default)

648(H) × 494(V)[Approx. 90fps]

Partial Scan

(ex.1)

648(H) × 120(V)[Approx. 290fps](ex.2)

648(H) × 240(V)[Approx. 172fps]

minimum lines: 120, minimum step: 1 line
(6) Sensitivity

600 lx, F5.6

(7) Minimum subject illuminance6lx F1.4 (GAIN: 10dB, video level: 50 %)(8) Gain0 to Approx. +10 dB [1step= Approx. 0.1dB]*Notes on gain setting:
It is possible to set a maximum of +12 dB (Calculation value) but the warranty range for this productis 0 to +10 dB. When using this product, be sure to set a gain value within the warranty range.
And,Setting a too high gain value can increase noise. When you adjust the brightness of the shot
image, you are responsible for finally confirming the image quality by using the entire
machine/equipment.

(9) Setup Level(factory default)

40 ± 20 [digit] (10bit)
10 ± 5 [digit](addition value)(10) Gamma correction(8bit)+0 to +255 [digit](10bit, 255 steps)+0 to +63 [digit](8bit, 255 steps)

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(11) Power supply voltage

DC12V ± 10% (ripple 50mVP-P or less)(12) Power consumption

1.4W max.

(13) Connector fixing direction (viewed from rear)
CSCLV90BC3V

V : Rear

CSCLV90BC3W

W : Left

CSCLV90BC3X

X : Down

CSCLV90BC3Y

Y : Right

CSCLV90BC3Z

Z : Up[Electrical shutter specification](1) Shutter Speed

8/1 to 1/20,000 [sec]Setting format: Numerator / Denominator [sec]Numerator: 1 to 255
Denominator: 1 to 20,000*When you set the exposure time longer than approximately 1 second, white spots and the unevenness
in highlight portion might occasionally be observed on screen. This phenomenon is due to thecharacteristics of the CCD image-pickup device, and do not reflect performance error in the pickup
device or CCD Camera itself.

(2) Random Trigger Shutter

ON / OFF switching (factory default: OFF)・Fixed mode

The exposure time depends on the shutter speed setting

・pulse width mode

The exposure time depends on the pulse width.

(3) Restart-Reset

ON / OFF switching (factory default: OFF)The exposure time depends on the period of Ext. VD.

[Internal sync signal specification](1) Driving frequency

36.00 MHz (1 CLK) ±100ppm(2) Horizontal sync frequency

46.2 kHz (1H = 780CLK)(3) Vertical sync frequency

92.6 Hz(maximum frequency on all pixel readout mode)( 10 / 27 )D4179413C

[Input signal specification](1) TRIG/VD

Camera Link interface input: CC1

・Polarity

Positive/Negative switching (factory default: Negative)

・Pulse width

2µs min.

Notes of trigger mode or Restart Reset mode.
When the trigger signal(TRIG/VD) is noisy, there is a possibility of causing the malfunction. In thiscase, please input a proper trigger signal(TRIG/VD).

[Camera PSU input impedance]
Ci < 57µF, Rx＝10kΩ±10%[Mechanical spec](1) Lens mountM10.5 (Pitch = 0.5)

female screw*Install a lens, its dimension of protrusion from flange is equal to or less than 5.9 mm. If a lens does
not stand to this condition, it might not be installed to this camera.
*Depending on the lens you use, the performance of the camera may not be brought out fully due tothe deterioration in resolution and brightness in the peripheral area, occurrence of the ghost,aberration and others. When you check the combination between the lens and camera, be sure to use
the lens you actually use.
(2) Flange back9.7 mm(3) Dimensions

20mm(W) × 20mm(H) × 20mm(D)* Not including protrusion(4) Mass

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[Operating ambient conditions](1) Performance assurance

Temperature: 0°C to +40°C
Humidity: 10% to 90% (no condensation)(2) Operation guaranteed

Temperature: -5°C to +45°C
Humidity: 90% or less (no condensation)*Since this product is ultra compact and high speed, when using in the surroundings where it’s ambient
temperature exceeds 30degrees C, please design your machine or device as heat radiation design byeither following method.
1. Heat radiation design that refers to the following heat radiation model.
Operation and performance check is conducted in the surrounding condition of this heatradiation model.
2. Heat radiation design so that all the temperature measurement points (3 points) on the camera
surface illustrated at item 11.External drawing are maintained under 55 degree C.
Please inquire of your dealer / distributor about the method of measuring the temperature on asimple surface of the camera.
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(3) Storage

Temperature: -20°C to +60°C
Humidity: 95% or less (no condensation)(4) EMC conditions (Electro-Magnetic Compatibility)
EMI (Electro-Magnetic Interference)
EN61000-6-4(Conformity)

EMS (Electro-Magnetic Susceptibility)
EN61000-6-2(Conformity)(5) FCCFCC Part 15 Subpart B class A(Conformity)*About the conformity of EMC standard of this machine, it has guaranteed in the conditions combinedwith our system condition. When used combined parts other than specification of our company, I ask
you to have final EMC conformity checked of a visitor with a machine and the whole equipment.

[Communication specification](1) Communication speed

9600 bps (fixed)(2) Start bit

1(3) Data bit

8(4) Parity

None(5) Stop bit

1(6) Handshake

None[Connector pin assignment]
Video output/controlling/power supply connector: (Camera Link Base Configuration) CAMERA LINK
Connector model: HDR-EC14LFDTG2+ (Manufactured by Honda Connectors)
Pin # I/O
1
2
I
3
O
4
O
5
O
6
I
7
-

Signal name
+12V
SerTC(RxD)+
TxOUT0TxOUT2TxCLK OUTCC1(TRIG/VD)GND

Pin # I/O
8
9
I
10
O
11
O
12
O
13
I
14
-

Signal name
GND
SerTC(RxD)TxOUT0+TxOUT2+TxCLK OUT+
CC1(TRIG/VD)++12V*Please confirm the power supply of the camera cuts when the connector is connected or pulls out.
It causes the breakdown etc.

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[Typical ambient conditions]*The lens characteristics and light source characteristics are not reflected in table.

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7. Timing Chart
7-1. Normal Scan (All pixel readout)
As all pixels are read out in approx. 1/92.6s, you will get images with the higher V resolution(you have to change the shutter speed to 1/92.6s or shorter).

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7-2. Partial Scan
Ranges except the range of the image output that the user set are not read.

ex.1) Video Start Line =120, Video Width = 240(maximum speed on all pixel readout mode)
FVAL
LVAL
DVAL
DATA OUT

A

B

C

D

A = approx. 337us

B = approx. 5.2ms(240H-72CLK)C = approx. 270us

D = approx. 5.8ms

Video start line:120
Not readVideo width:240 lines
Video output

Valid lines:494

The rest of line:134
Not readVideo output:240
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ex. 2) Video Start Line =180, Video Width=120(maximum speed on all pixel readout mode)
FVAL
LVAL
DVAL
DATA OUT

A

B

C

D

A = approx. 457us

B = approx. 2.6ms(120H-72CLK)( 17 / 27 )C = approx. 390usD = approx. 3.4ms

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7-3. Random Trigger Shutter
In the random trigger shutter mode, you can shoot and grab an image at an arbitrary timing by trigger signal
input from the external (It is not possible to use the Random Trigger Shutter concurrently with the Restart
Reset mode).

· External trigger signals can be input either from the camera link I/F CC1.
· If polarity is set to negative polarity, exposure starts at the falling edge of the trigger.
· The random trigger shutter of this camera can be operated in two types of mode: fixed mode and pulse widthmode. How to determine the exposure time differs depending on the mode.

z Fix mode
The exposure time is determined by the setting value for the shutter speed.
exposure time
TRIG

*exposure time = set time of E-shutter speed

approx.
1.5usec

CCD
approx. 69.8usec (Normal Scan)
FVAL
LVAL
DVAL
DATA OUTz Pulse Width mode (Trigger Polution:Low Active)
The exposure time is determined by the pulse width
exposure time
TRIG

approx.
1.5usec*exposure time = pulse width + approx.1.6usec
approx.
3.1usec

CCD
approx. 69.8usec (Normal Scan)
FVAL
LVAL
DVAL
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7-4. Restart / Reset
The restart / reset function is available with the ext.VD signal. You can get an arbitrary slower shutter speed
than normal shutter and random trigger shutter (It is not possible to use the Restart Reset mode concurrently
with the Random Trigger Shutter mode).

· External VD signals can be input either from the camera link I/F CC1.
· The shutter speed (exposure time) is determined by ext. VD signal interval.

When VD is input to the camera during the low period of FVAL.
exposure time
VD

CCD露光

1H or more
approx.
3.2usec
approx. 69.8usec (Normal Scan)

FVAL
LVAL
DVAL
DATA OUT

When VD is input to the camera during the high period of FVAL.
exposure time
VD

CCD露光

1H or more
approx.
3.2usec
approx. 69.8usec (Normal Scan)

FVAL

approx. 71.8usec (Normal Scan)

LVAL
DVAL
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8. Notes regarding specifications•

Always read the corresponding operating instruction manuals and precautions for any devices connected tothis product before use.

•

With regard to the data saved using a grabber board connected to the camera, neither TELI, the frame
grabber board manufacturer, nor the peripheral device manufacturer will accept any liability for the loss ofdata or damage resulting from use of the camera, the frame grabber board, or other peripheral devices.
Always back up important data if there is any possibility of loss of data.

•

Data may be subject to copyright or other usage restrictions. Users are responsible for performing due
diligence regarding the copying or distribution of such data. TELI rejects all liability for problems arisingfrom improper use of data or printed matter.

•

Use in conjunction with devices for which compatibility has not been confirmed by TELI may result in
failure, damage, or malfunctions. Fees will be charged for all repairs made necessary by such failures. For
more information on what devices can be connected, please check with your retailer, sales agent, or TELI
customer service department.

•

Do not expose the CCD to bright light for extended periods.

•

Pixel drop-outs may occur suddenly or randomly on the CCD during transport or storage. This does notconstitute a defect.

•

Noise may appear on the screen if the camera or cables are located close to devices such as lighting cables
or motors.

•

Keep the camera and wiring away from noise sources.

•

Do not use in locations at ambient temperatures or in humid environments exceeding specifications. Doingso may affect image quality or internal components. Avoid use in locations subject to direct sunlight.

•

Do not store in locations subject to direct sunlight. Doing so may degrade components.

•

Use in systems in which the camera connector is subject to strong impact may damage the camera
connector. Before using the product under such conditions, bundle the camera cable as close as possible tothe camera to minimize the possibility of such impact.

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9. Guarantee
The term of a guarantee is one year after the product delivery.
If by any chance trouble by responsibility of our company occurs before an above period, TELI repairs it free ofcharge.
During terms of a guarantee, when the trouble cause is the case of below, TELI charges the repair costs.
(1) Troubles and the damages that causes by misuse, unsuitable repair or remodeling.
(2) Distribution hazards like drops and vibrations after purchase. Troubles and damages by transportation.
(3) Troubles and damages by fire, natural calamity (earthquake, storm and flood damage, thunderbolt), damages
from salty breeze, gas harm, abnormal voltage.

10. Repair
10-1. Condition for repair
Basically, has to return it to our company when the user requests us to repair product.
Beside that, customer should pay these expenses (travel expenses, camera disassembly technology costs) of
both customer and end user. Also customer should pay in themselves costs for return camera to us.
10-2. The period of repairing product(1) Repair free of charge

Refer to Clause 8.

(2) Charged repair

Basically, repair period is 7 years after the last production end of products.

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11. External-view Drawing

CSCLV90BC3V

(1)
(2)

(3)

[ UNIT : mm ]*(1) to (3) in the external drawing indicates the temperature measurement points on the camera surface
mentioned at item 6.Specification [Operating ambient conditions]( 22 / 27 )D4179413C

CSCLV90BC3W

(1)

(2)

(3)

[ UNIT : mm ]*(1) to (3) in the external drawing indicates the temperature measurement points on the camera surface
mentioned at item 6.Specification [Operating ambient conditions]( 23 / 27 )D4179413C

CSCLV90BC3X

(3)

(1)

(2)

[ UNIT : mm ]*(1) to (3) in the external drawing indicates the temperature measurement points on the camera surface
mentioned at item 6.Specification [Operating ambient conditions]( 24 / 27 )D4179413C

CSCLV90BC3Y

(1)

(3)

(2)

[ UNIT : mm ]*(1) to (3) in the external drawing indicates the temperature measurement points on the camera surface
mentioned at item 6.Specification [Operating ambient conditions]( 25 / 27 )D4179413C

CSCLV90BC3Z

(1)

(2)

(3)

[ UNIT : mm ]*(1) to (3) in the external drawing indicates the temperature measurement points on the camera surface
mentioned at item 6.Specification [Operating ambient conditions]( 26 / 27 )D4179413C

Head Office: 7-1, 4 chome, Asahigaoka, Hino-shi, Tokyo, 191-0065, Japan(Overseas Sales Department)
Phone: +81-42-589-8771 Fax: +81-42-589-8774
URL: http://www.toshiba-teli.co.jp
The design and specification is subject to change without notice.
Distributer( 27 / 27 )D4179413C