VC-H1 Visual Communicator   

Specifications

Portable SSTV is here! Kenwood's new VC-H1 Visual Communicator combines an image-scan converter, CCD camera and LCD monitor in a compact battery-operated unit. Simply hook it up to your transceiver to start sending and receiving color images over the air.

IDEAL FOR OUTDOOR SSTV:
Until now, for anyone interested in SSTV (slow-scan television), portability has not been an option. But thanks to Kenwood and component miniaturization the VC-H1 is not only small enough for handheld use but it runs on 4 AA batteries so you can take it anywhere. This makes it ideal for fielddays, special events, disaster communication and even fishing trips.

FULL COMPATIBILITY:
The VC-H1 can be connected to any transceiver with just a cable, and it offers full compatibility with all of the standard SSTV formats. Uploads/Downloads are quick and easy and the images are sharp and clear.

ALL-IN-ONE DESIGN:
In addition to the detachable 1/4-inch CCD camera, the VC-H1 feature a 1.8-inch color TFT (thin film transistor)-type display.  As well as viewing incoming pictures, you can review your own prior to transmission. The built-in microphone & speaker can be used in place of a separate speaker-microphone for your transceiver.

IMAGE MEMORY:
Up to 10 pictures can be stored in memory.  This allows you to compare and pick the best shot to send. You can also store incoming pictures and protect them from unintentional deletion.

COMPUTER CONNECTION:
One of the great features of the VC-H1 is the ability to work with a personal computer. Hook it up to the RS-232C port on your desk computer or laptop using the optional connection kit (includes Microsoft® Windows 95 software) and you can save pictures (in JPEG format) that you send and receive. You can then cut and paste using standard graphic software, or even superimpose your own text. What's more, you can actually control the VC-H1 from your computer. 

  • Small and compact 
  • AA alkaline operation 
  • Operates all Slow Scan modes 
  • Callsign superimpose 
  • AM Mute 
  • Auto Power Off 
  • 1.8 inch color display 
  • Built-in speaker and microphone 
  • Transmits to another radio and PC (w/ special software) 
  • Removable head
  •  Aceepts input from other camera or video devices
  • Easy connection to the Kenwood TH-D7E handy
CCD Camera: 1/4" CCD (270,000 pixels), Resolution: 512x492 pixels, f=4.6m/m, Focus: 50 cm ˜* (19.7" ~*), Aperture: auto, White balance: auto 

Dimensions [WxHxD](projections not included)  (62 x 30 x 160 mm) 

Monitor 4.5cm  TFT color LCD 

Terminals  Data I/O (for transceiver), Video in, Video out, COM (for computer), DC 1N (6.0V) 

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