FD600CAM
FD600CAM
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
678-867-6717, or
www.FlightDisplay.com
FD600CAM
Flight Display Cockpit Camera
For the most current copy of all product manuals, please visit our website at
www.flightdisplay.com
General Information
The FD600CAM is a Flight Display Cockpit Camera. This small color camera,
when mounted in the cockpit, will provide passengers with an opportunity to
observe taxi, take-off, and landing, adding a whole new dimension to the In-
Flight Entertainment experience!
Front View
Specifications
Video System NTSC or PAL
Camera Sensor 1/4” Color CCD
Picture Element 512 H x 492 V
Horizontal Resolution 330 Lines
Horizontal Sync Frequency 15.734 KHz
Vertical Frequency 60 Hz
Scanning System 525 Lines, 60 Field/sec
2:1 Interlace
Signal to Noise Ratio >48 dB
Electronic Shutter 1/60 – 1/100,000 sec (NTSC)
1/50 – 1/100,000 sec (NTSC)
Video Output 1Vp-p, 75 Ohms
Dimensions, Camera .925” (W) x .925” (H) x 3.12” (D)
Dimensions, Mount 1.65” (W) x 1.7” (H) x 1.7” (D)
Weight 2.3 oz
Power 12VDC @ 90 mA
Operating Temperature -4°F to 140°F
Power
This is a 12VDC camera that requires very little 90 mA power to operate.
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Similar aviation coaxial cable can be used from other vendors, as well.
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Pinout for DB-9
Part Numbers for DB-9 connectors, manufactured by Tyco or Amp.
D-sub, 9 contact receptacle (female) P/N 205203-1
DB9F pins P/N M39029/63-368
Wiring Diagram
Pin
Description
Number
1 12VDC Power
2 12VDC Ground
3 N/C
4 Composite Video – Shield
5 Composite Video – Signal
6 N/C
7 N/C
8 N/C
9 N/C
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Troubleshooting
Video Noise
Check for an incorrect ground in the installation wiring. See specific examples of
video noise below, or visit http://flightdisplay.com/Grounding.pdf
Color Distortion
• Adjust brightness and contrast settings using the buttons on the monitor.
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Technical Support
Should you have any questions concerning this product or other Flight Display
Systems products, please contact our Product Support representatives at (678)
867-6717.
For further product information, technical data and sample wiring diagrams,
please click on the Dealers section of our web site at www.flightdisplay.com
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Warranty Information
Flight Display Systems warrants the FD600CAM against material or
manufacturing defects for a two-year period (effective 1/1/2009 on all equipment
shipped with 2009 pricing). Warranty begins on date of installation.
If product support is required, please call our Technical Support team at 678-
867-6717 to obtain assistance. If the return of the unit to the factory is required,
an RMA number will be issued at that time. Flight Display Systems will, upon
receipt of the failed hardware, remanufacture or replace the unit at our
discretion.
Flight Display Systems will pay Ground Shipping charges for warranted items.
Charges for express shipment will be the responsibility of the sender.
This warranty is not transferable. Any implied warranties expire at the expiration
date of this warranty. We shall not be liable for incidental or consequential
damages.
This warranty does not cover a defect or failure that has resulted from improper
or unreasonable installation, use or maintenance, as determined by Flight
Display Systems. This warranty is void if there is any attempt to disassemble or
open this product without factory authorization.
Any labor charges associated with the removal of product or related
troubleshooting by a firm other than Flight Display Systems or its designee will
not be covered.
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Assembly Drawings
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Index
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Log of Revisions
Rev Date Page Description
A 01/25/2007 --- ---
B 07/05/2007 9 Added assembly drawing of base.
C 09/8/08 1 Added operating temperature
D 04/14/2009 1,7 Updated specifications, warranty info
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