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WV-SPW531AL / WV-SPW532L
Model No.
WV-SPW311AL / WV-SPW312L
WV-SPW531AL
(This illustration represents WV-SPW531AL and WV-SPW532L)
* For information about the installation tasks, refer to the provided Installation
Guide. For information about how to perform the settings and how to operate
the camera, refer to the Operating Instructions on the provided CD-ROM.
please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
The model number is abbreviated in some descriptions in this manual.

Important Information

Before attempting to connect or operate this product,

Network Camera

WV-SPW532L
PGQX1985XA
sL0915-2115
Printed in China

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  • Page 1: Important Information

    WV-SPW311AL / WV-SPW312L WV-SPW531AL WV-SPW532L (This illustration represents WV-SPW531AL and WV-SPW532L) * For information about the installation tasks, refer to the provided Installation Guide. For information about how to perform the settings and how to operate the camera, refer to the Operating Instructions on the provided CD-ROM.
  • Page 2 For U.S.A. WARNING: The model number and serial number of this product may be found on the surface of the • To prevent injury, this apparatus must be unit. securely attached to the wall/ceiling in accor- You should note the model number and serial dance with the installation instructions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important safety instructions ......................4 Limitation of liability ........................5 Disclaimer of warranty ........................5 Preface ............................6 About notations ..........................6 Main functions ..........................7 About the user manuals ........................ 8 System requirements for a PC ...................... 8 Trademarks and registered trademarks..................

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Important safety instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 6) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 7) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 8) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. S3125A 9) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 1 0) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

  • Page 5: Limitation Of Liability

    THIS PUBLICATION COULD INCLUDE TECHNICAL INACCURACIES OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. CHANGES ARE ADDED TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN, AT ANY TIME, FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS OF THIS PUBLICATION AND/OR THE CORRESPONDING PRODUCT (S). Disclaimer of warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd. BE LIABLE TO ANY PARTY OR ANY PERSON, EXCEPT FOR REPLACEMENT OR REASONABLE MAINTENANCE OF THE PRODUCT, FOR THE CASES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO BELOW: (1) ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR EXEMPLARY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE PRODUCT;...

  • Page 6: Preface

    Note: • It is necessary to configure the network settings of the PC and its network environment to moni- tor images from the camera on the PC. It is also necessary to install a web browser on the PC. About notations The following notations are used when describing the functions limited for specified models. The functions without the notations are supported by all models. <Outdoor waterproof box type Full-HD model> T he functions with this notation are available when using the model WV-SPW531AL. SPW531L <Outdoor waterproof box type Full-HD PoE only model> T he functions with this notation are available when using the model WV-SPW532L. SPW532L <Outdoor waterproof box type HD model> T he functions with this notation are available when using the model WV-SPW311AL. SPW311L <Outdoor waterproof box type HD PoE only model>...

  • Page 7: Main Functions

    Waterproofing treatment is not required for the camera body (waterproofing treatment is required for cable connections). *1 W ith the multi-process noise reduction that prioritizes noise reduction for central areas and resolution for edge areas where noise is prominent, MNR is able to produce clear images while limiting noise across the entire image. *2 T he SDXC/SDHC/SD memory card is referred to as an SD memory card. *3 A bout this product extensions corresponding software, please visit our Website http://security.panasonic.com/pss/security/support/info.html (English website) *4 I P66: The applicable product has “Dust tight (6)” protection against foreign solids and has “Powerful water jets (6)” protection against water (IEC60529). *5 T ype 4X (UL50): 4X indicates the rank in the UL waterproof standard. *6 N EMA: Dust resistance and waterproof performance standards set by National Electrical Manufacturers Association (United States).

  • Page 8: About The User Manuals

    About the user manuals There are 3 sets of operating instructions for the WV-SPW531AL / WV-SPW532L / WV-SPW311AL / WV-SPW312L as follows. • Important Information (this document): Provides information about the cautions required for safely using and installing this camera. • Installation Guide: Explains how to install devices. • Operating Instructions (included in the CD-ROM): Explains how to perform the settings and how to operate this camera. ® ® Adobe Reader is required to read these operating instructions on the provided CD-ROM. When the Adobe Reader is not installed on the PC, download the latest Adobe Reader from the Adobe web site and install it.

  • Page 9: Trademarks And Registered Trademarks

    • C ustomers can duplicate, distribute and modify the source code of the software under license of GPL and/or LGPL. • R efer to the “readme.txt” file on the provided CD-ROM for further information about open source software licenses and the source code. • P lease note that Panasonic shall not respond to any inquiries regarding the contents of the source code.

  • Page 10: Network Security

    Network security As you will use this unit connected to a network, your attention is called to the following security risks. q Leakage or theft of information through this unit w Use of this unit for illegal operations by persons with malicious intent e Interference with or stoppage of this unit by persons with malicious intent It is your responsibility to take precautions such as those described below to protect yourself against the above network security risks. • Use this unit in a network secured by a firewall, etc. • If this unit is connected to a network that includes PCs, make sure that the system is not infected by computer viruses or other malicious entities (using a regularly updated anti-virus program, anti-spyware program, etc.).
  • Page 11 Do not use this product in an inflammable Do not install or clean the camera, or atmosphere. touch this product, the power cable or the connected Failure to observe this may cause an explosion SPW531L SPW311L resulting in injury. cables during thunder storms. Failure to observe this may cause electric Avoid installing this product in the loca- shock.

  • Page 12: Precautions For Use

    Turn the power off when cleaning this About the PC monitor product. When displaying the same image on the monitor Failure to observe this may cause injury. for a long time, the monitor may be damaged. It is recommended to use a screen-saver. Do not rub the edges of metal parts with your hand. When an error is detected, this product will restart automatically. Failure to observe this may cause injury. This product will be inoperable for around [Precautions for use] 2 minutes after the restart just as when the power is turned on.
  • Page 13 About SD memory card About the dehumidifying device • To remove the SD memory card from the SPW311L SPW531L unit, press the [Setup] button on the “Live” • This product has dehumidifying device to page, select the [SD memory card] tab, keep the inside at low moisture level, pre- and set the SD memory card operation to venting condensation and quickly dissipat- “Not use”. Then, remove the SD memory ing dew if produced. card. Alternatively, hold down the SD ON/ • Dew may be produced depending on the OFF button for about 2 seconds. When conditions of temperature, humidity, winds, the flashing SD MOUNT lamp goes out, and rain, and it may take time to dehumidify. you can remove the SD memory card. • Do not cover the surface of the dehumidi- fying device. • When using an SD memory card, format it using this product. Recorded data on the SD memory card will be deleted when for- matted. If an unformatted SD memory card or an SD memory card formatted with other devices is used, this product may not work properly or performance deterioration may be caused. Refer to the Operating Instructions on the provided CD-ROM for how to format an SD memory card.
  • Page 14 About the MOS image sensor Cleaning inside the front cover • When continuously shooting a bright light Dirt or fingerprints on the inside of the front source such as a spotlight, the color filter cover may reflect infrared rays from the IR LED, of the MOS image sensor may become which can greatly reduce the quality of pictures deteriorated and this may cause discolor- taken at night. ation. Even when changing the fixed Therefore, remove any dirt from the inside by shooting direction after continuously using lens cleaning paper or other cleaning shooting a spotlight for a certain period, products. the discoloration may remain. Traces of rubber may remain inside the front • When shooting fast-moving subjects or cover. In the same way, remove any such trac- objects crossing the shooting area may es using lens cleaning paper or other cleaning look to be bending askew. products. Cleaning this product body AVC Patent Portfolio License Be sure to turn off the power before cleaning.
  • Page 15 Equipment classification and power source indication label Refer to the indication label on the side of this unit for the equipment classification, power source, and other information. : Direct current symbol Product disposal/transfer Data saved on this product or a storage device used with this product may lead to personal information leakage. When it is necessary to dispose or give this product to someone, even when for repair, make sure that there is no data on this product. When abandoning the memory media, it is rec- ommended to destroy it physically after delet- ing data by PC.

  • Page 16: Precautions For Installation

    Precautions for installation Panasonic assumes no responsibility for injuries or property damage resulting from failures arising out of improper installation or operation inconsistent with this documentation. For information about the installation tasks, refer to the provided Installation Guide. Power supply...

  • Page 17: Before Installation

    Contact your dealer for details. Before installation Directly secure the camera mount bracket or use WV-Q120A (adapter box : SPW531L SPW311L • Anchor bolts and screws used to mount the camera on the ceiling or wall are not supplied. Prepare bolts and screws that match the structure and materials of the installation location and satisfy the perfor- * The picture above is the example mance and reliability specifications shown of WV-SPW531AL / WV-SPW311AL. below. WV-SPW532L / WV-SPW312L also use the screws at the same locations on the picture. SPW531L SPW311L Required screws: M5 (4 pcs.) Take notice of humidity Minimum pull-out strength: 724 N {163 lbf} Install this product when the humidity is low. If (per 1 pc.) installation is performed when it is raining or in * P lease prepare four M4 screws if you are very humid conditions, the inside may be installing it in a metal switch box. affected by humidity, causing mist-over inside SPW532L SPW312L the front cover.
  • Page 18 Heater unit Ethernet cable This product is equipped with an internal heat- Shielded (STP) Ethernet cables must be used er unit for use in cold climates. The heater unit with this unit to ensure compliance with CE turns on automatically when the temperature standards. inside the product drops below around 0 °C Time & date setting {32 °F}. However, in an extremely low-temper- ature environment below –20 °C {–4 °F}, snow It is necessary to set the time & date before and frost may not be defrosted from the dome putting this product into operation. Refer to the cover. When using the product in cold cli- Operating Instructions on the provided mates, take notice of the ambient and internal CD-ROM for descriptions of how to perform temperatures of the product. When this prod- the settings. uct is installed and operated in low tempera- tures below –20 °C {–4 °F}, normal images Make sure to remove this product if it will may not be obtained immediately after startup. no longer be used. In such a case, wait until the internal tempera- ture of the camera rises (for around 2 hours or more in temperatures below –20 °C {–4 °F}),...

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before asking for repairs, check the symptoms with the following table. Contact your dealer if a problem cannot be solved even after checking and trying the solution in the table or a problem is not described below. Reference Symptom Cause/solution pages When using a PoE device for power supply • Are the PoE device and the network connector con- nected using an Ethernet cable (category 5e or better)? Check whether the connection is appropriately established. • Depending on the PoE device, the power supply will stop when the demanded power exceeds its total power limit for all PoE ports. Refer to the operating instructions of the PoE device in use. • When connecting both of the 12 V DC power supply and the PoE device for power supply, the network Power is not turned Installation connection may not be established.
  • Page 20 Unlock the write protect switch of the SD memory card. Operating The SD ERROR/AF • Hasn't the inserted SD memory card been formatted Instructions indicator lights up on a PC? (included in red. Use an SD memory card formatted on the camera. the Or install the software to format the SD memory card CD-ROM) on the PC. Refer to our website (http://security.panasonic.com/pss/security/support/info.html) for further information about the supported software. • Isn't the inserted SD memory card faulty? Replace the card with a normal one. • Check the following. • G rounding of the camera, a switching hub or peripheral devices are not done. • The camera is used near an electrical power line. • T he camera is used near a device which produces Audio input contains strong magnetic field or radio waves (such as near noise. a TV/radio antenna, a motor of an air conditioning SPW311L SPW531L system, a transformer, etc.)
  • Page 21 About the indicator The indicator will light or blink as follows depending on the camera status. Indicator type and operation state Change of indicator indication ACT indicator When data is being sent via the network camera Blinks green (accessing) LINK indicator When the camera is able to communicate with the con- Lights orange nected device SD MOUNT indicator • W hen an SD memory card is inserted and could be Lights off → Blinks green → recognized Lights off • W hen data can be saved after the SD memory card is Lights off → Lights green inserted and the SD ON/OFF button is pressed (for 1 second or less) • W hen data can be saved to the SD memory card Lights green • W hen the SD memory card is removed after holding Lights green → Blinks green →...

  • Page 22: Specifications

    Specifications Basic • WV-SPW531AL / WV-SPW532L WV-SPW311AL / WV-SPW312L Power source * SPW531L SPW311L DC 12 V, PoE (IEEE802.3af compliant) SPW532L SPW312L PoE (IEEE802.3af compliant) Power consumption * SPW531L SPW311L DC 12 V : 770 mA/Approx. 9.24 W DC 12 V : 770 mA/Approx. 9.24 W PoE : DC 48 V : 200 mA/Approx. PoE : DC 48 V : 200 mA/Approx. 9.6 W (Class 0 device) 9.6 W (Class 0 device) SPW312L SPW532L PoE: DC 48 V : 190 mA/Approx. PoE : DC 48 V : 190 mA/Approx. 9.12 W (Class 0 device) 9.12 W (Class 0 device) Operating environment Ambient operating temperature: SPW531L SPW311L –40 °C to +50 °C {–40 °F to 122 °F} (Power on range: –20 °C to +50 °C {–4 °F to 122 °F}) SPW532L SPW312L –30 °C to +50 °C {–22 °F to 122 °F} (Power on range: –20 °C to +50 °C {–4 °F to 122 °F})
  • Page 23 WV-SPW531AL / WV-SPW532L WV-SPW311AL / WV-SPW312L Waterproof * Main body: I P66 (IEC60529), Type 4X (UL50), NEMA 4X compliant Dimensions: SPW531L SPW311L 95 mm {3-3/4 inches} (W), 99 mm {3-57/64 inches} (H), 334.5 mm {1ft 1-11/64 inches} (L) SPW532L SPW312L 95 mm {3-3/4 inches} (W), 99 mm {3-57/64 inches} (H), 326 mm {1ft 27/32 inches} (L) Mass: SPW531L SPW311L Approx. 1.6 kg {3.5 lbs} SPW532L SPW312L Approx. 1.4 kg {3.1 lbs} Main body: Finish: Aluminum die cast and resin, metallic silver Transparent section of front cover: Polycarbonate resin Clear *1 R efer to our website (http://security.panasonic.com/pss/security/support/info.html) for further...
  • Page 24 Camera • WV-SPW531AL / WV-SPW532L WV-SPW311AL / WV-SPW312L Image sensor: Approx. 1/3 type MOS image sensor Effective pixels: Approx. 2.35 mega pixels Approx. 1.35 mega pixels Scanning area: 5.35 mm (H) × 3.34 mm(V) 4.86 mm (H) × 3.89 mm(V) {7/32 inches (H) × 1/8 inches (V)} {3/16 inches (H) × 5/32 inches (V)} Scanning system: Progressive Minimum illumination: SPW532L SPW531L Color : 0.07 lx {0.0065 footcandle} (F1.6, Maximum shutter: Off (1/30 s), AGC: High) 0.005 lx {0.00046 footcandle} (F1.6, Maximum shutter: max. 16/30 s, AGC: High)* BW : 0 lx {0.000 footcandle} (F1.6, Maximum shutter: Off (1/30 s), AGC: High, when the IR LED is lit) 0.01 lx {0.00093 footcandle} (F1.6, Maximum shutter: Off (1/30 s), AGC: High) 0.0007 lx {0.00007 footcandle} (F1.6, Maximum shutter: max. 16/30 s, AGC: High)* SPW311L SPW312L Color : 0.02 lx {0.00186 footcandle}...
  • Page 25 ATW1/ ATW2/ AWC Digital noise reduction: High/ Low Privacy zone: On/ Off (up to 8 zones available) VIQS: On/ Off (Max. 8 locations) Camera title on screen: On/ Off Up to 20 characters (alphanumeric characters, marks) Video Motion Detection (VMD): On/ Off, 4 areas available *1 Super dynamic: This function can clearly display light and dark pictures with image synthesis technology by using image data of various shutter speeds. Wide dynamic range: This function can clearly display light and dark pictures with image pro- cessing technology. Lens • WV-SPW531AL / WV-SPW532L WV-SPW311AL / WV-SPW312L Zoom ratio: 3.6x Varifocal Lens 3.6x Varifocal Lens 10.8x Extra optical zoom is available* 7.2x Extra optical zoom is available* * 16:9 mode must be selected * 16:9 mode must be selected Digital (electronic) zoom: Choose from 3 levels of ×1, ×2, ×4 Focal length ( f ): 2.8 mm – 10 mm {1/8 inches – 13/32 inches} Maximum aperture ratio (F): 1:1.6 (WIDE) – 1:3.4 (TELE) Focus range: 0.3 m – ∞ Aperture range: F1.6 – T405...
  • Page 26 Network: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, RJ45 connector Resolution: SPW531L SPW532L H.264 2 mega pixel [16:9](30 fps mode) JPEG (MJPEG) H.264(1), H.264(2) 1920 × 1080 / 1280 × 720 / 640 × 360 / 320 × 180 / 160 × 90 H.264(3), H.264(4) 1280 × 720 / 640 × 360 / 320 × 180 / 160 × 90 2 mega pixel [16:9](60 fps mode) * WV-SPW531AL only H.264(1) 1920 × 1080 / 1280 × 720 H.264(2) 1920 × 1080 / 1280 × 720 / 640 × 360 / 320 × 180 / 160 × 90 H.264(3), H.264(4) 1280 × 720 / 640 × 360 / 320 × 180 / 160 × 90 2 mega pixel [4:3](30 fps mode) H.264(1), H.264(2) 1600 × 1200 / 1280 × 960 / 800 × 600 / VGA / 400 × 300 / QVGA / 160 × 120 H.264(3), H.264(4) 1280 × 960 / 800 × 600 / VGA / 400 × 300 / QVGA / 160 × 120...

  • Page 27: Image Quality

    1.3 mega pixel [16:9](60 fps mode) * WV-SPW311AL only Resolution: H.264 H.264(1) JPEG (MJPEG) 1280 × 720 (continued) H.264(2), H.264(3), H.264(4) 1280 × 720 / 640 × 360 / 320 × 180 / 160 × 90 1.3 mega pixel [4:3](30 fps mode) H.264(1), H.264(2), H.264(3), H.264(4) 1280 × 960 / 800 × 600 / VGA / 400 × 300 / QVGA / 160 × 120 2 mega pixel [16:9](30 fps mode) * Used by super resolution techniques H.264(1), H.264(2) 1920 × 1080 / 640 × 360 / 320 × 180 / 160 × 90 H.264(3), H.264(4) 640 × 360 / 320 × 180 / 160 × 90 Image compression method: Transmission priority: H.264* Constant bit rate / Variable bit rate / Frame rate / Best effort / Advanced VBR Frame rate: <When Variable bit rate, Frame rate, or Advanced VBR is selected>...
  • Page 28 Browser* Windows Internet Explorer 11 (32-bit) Windows Internet Explorer 10 (32-bit) Windows Internet Explorer 9 (32-bit) Windows Internet Explorer 8 (32-bit) Windows Internet Explorer 7 (32-bit) Maximum concurrent 14 (Number of sessions that can connect to cameras at the same access number: time) * Depends on network conditions FTP client: Alarm image transmission, FTP periodic transmission (When the FTP transmission is failed, backup on an optional SD memory card is available.) Multi-screen: Up to 16 camera images can be displayed simultaneously on a multi-screen. (Including the camera itself) Compatible SDXC/SDHC/ Manufactured by Panasonic (SD speed class 4 or higher) SD memory card* SDXC memory card: 64 GB, 128 GB SDHC memory card: 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB SD memory card: 2 GB (except miniSD card and microSD card) Cellular phone compatibility: JPEG image, AUX control (by access level) Mobile terminal compatibility: iPad, iPhone, iPod touch (iOS 4.2.1 or later) (As of July, 2015)* Android mobile terminals *1 Transmission for 4 streams can be individually set. *2 When the maximum image capture size is selected , cropping settings are not available. *3 AAC-LC (Advanced Audio Coding - Low Complexity) is only used when recording audio on an SD memory card. Besides, when choosing AAC-LC (HIGH QUALITY), SD card cannot be used. *4 For further information about PC system requirements and precautions for when using Microsoft Windows 8.1, Microsoft Windows 8, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Vista, or Windows Internet Explorer, click “Manual” - “Open” from the supplied CD-ROM and ®...

  • Page 29: Standard Accessories

    Standard accessories Important Information (this document) ....1 pc. Installation Guide ..........1 set Warranty card* ........... 1 set CD-ROM* ............1 pc. Code label* ............1 pc. The following parts are used during installation procedures. SPW531L SPW311L Camera mount bracket cover ......2 pcs. Camera mount bracket cover fixing screw (M3 x 6 mm{1/4 inches})..3 pcs. (of them, 1 for spare) Waterproof tape ...........1 pc. LAN connector cover ...........1 pc. 4P alarm cable ............1 pc. 2P power cable ...........1 pc. Safety wire ............1 pc. Wire lug fixing screw (M3 x 10 mm {3/8 inches}) ..... 2 pcs. (of them, 1 for spare) Safety wire lug .............1 pc. Auxiliary handle ............1 pc. SPW532L SPW312L Template ............1 Sheet. LAN connector cover .

  • Page 30: Optional Accessories

    Optional accessories User License Accessory (For H.264): BB-HCA8A BB-HCA8CE Adapter Box: WV-Q120A SPW531L SPW311L...
  • Page 32 For Europe and other countries: Panasonic System Communications Panasonic Corporation Company of North America, http://www.panasonic.com Unit of Panasonic Corporation Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd. of North America Fukuoka, Japan www.panasonic.com/business/ For customer support, call 1.800.528.6747 Authorised Representative in EU: Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Canada Inc.

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