Panasonic WV-BL200 Surveillance Camera
Description
The Panasonic WV-BL204 Surveillance Camera is a vintage, heavy-duty industrial closed-circuit television (CCTV) security camera designed for reliable monochrome (black and white) observation and video field monitoring. Utilizing a highly resilient 1/2-inch solid-state interline CCD image sensor instead of legacy imaging tubes, this compact surveillance camera eliminates geometric image distortion, resists magnetic interference, and stands up to harsh vibrations and sudden physical shocks on location.
Engineered for retro video gear setups, surveillance tracking, and historical studio configurations, the WV-BL204 features selectable automatic gain control (AGC) to boost picture visibility in low-light environments down to 0.5 lux. With standard BNC video connections and a highly adaptive lens mounting interface, it easily integrates with classic C-mount or CS-mount lenses, supporting both DC-drive and video-drive auto iris controls to balance exposure automatically.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Monochrome (Black & White) CCTV Surveillance Camera |
| Image Sensor | 1/2-inch Interline CCD solid-state chip (577 H x 581 V pixels) |
| Horizontal Resolution | 420 TV lines |
| Minimum Illumination | 0.5 lux at F1.4 (2856°K) |
| Lens Mount System | C-mount or CS-mount adaptable |
| Auto Iris Compatibility | Accepts both DC-drive and Video-drive auto iris lenses (4-pin connector) |
| Video Interfaces | 1 x BNC Composite Video Output (1.0 Vp-p / 75 ohms), 1 x BNC Gen-lock Input |
| Synchronization Modes | Selectable Internal Sync (INT), Line-Lock (LL), or external Gen-lock via composite video signal |
| Automatic Gain Control (AGC) | Switchable ON (maximum gain boost up to approx. 12dB) or OFF |
| Power Requirements | 24V AC, 60Hz (Terminal strip interface, approximately 3.5 Watts consumption) |
| Mounting Interface | Standard 1/4″-20 threaded mount hole for tripods or brackets |