Panasonic BL-C30C Operating Instructions Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Panasonic Manuals
  4. Security Camera
  5. BL-C30C
  6. Operating instructions manual
Panasonic BL-C30C Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic BL-C30C Operating Instructions Manual

Network camera
Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Operating Instructions

Network Camera

BL-C30C
Model No.
Please read this manual before using and save this manual for future reference.

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Panasonic BL-C30C

Summary of Contents for Panasonic BL-C30C

  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Network Camera BL-C30C Model No. Please read this manual before using and save this manual for future reference.

  • Page 2: Main Features

    Operating Instructions Main Features Wireless Communication Network Camera corresponds to the wireless system based on IEEE 802.11b/g. Wireless installation will play an increasing role in flexible mounting. Communication via Ethernet cable is also available. Encryption establishes the security on the wireless network. Various remote monitoring features •...
  • Page 3 Some UPnP enabled routers cannot configure the camera automatically. In this case, the router needs to be configured manually. Ask the router manufacturer how to configure it. See Panasonic Network Camera support website at http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/ for more information. Supporting Viewnetcam.com service Viewnetcam.com service allows you to access the camera over the Internet with...
  • Page 4 10/100 Mbps network interface installed Web Browser Internet Explorer 6.0 or later (Not included on the Setup CD- ROM) Note See Panasonic Network Camera support website at http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/ for the latest information about web browser. Trademarks • Adobe, Acrobat and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
  • Page 5 Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this unit, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury. Read and understand all instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. After removing the dust on the lens, wipe the lens with a cotton swab.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Operating Instructions Table of Contents Camera Monitoring ............8 Accessing the Camera..............8 Viewing Single Camera page............10 1.2.1 Image Auto Centering (Click to Center) ........... 15 1.2.2 Capturing a Still Image ................16 1.2.3 Using Operation Bar ................17 1.2.4 Setting Home Position/Sensor Position/Preset Button......
  • Page 7 Operating Instructions Camera Maintenance ..........85 Maintenance page ............... 85 3.1.1 Confirming the Status................86 3.1.2 Confirming the Wireless Status ............... 86 3.1.3 Restarting the Camera ................87 3.1.4 Updating the Camera Firmware .............. 88 3.1.5 Creating Configuration File..............91 3.1.6 Loading Settings from a Configuration File ..........

  • Page 8: Camera Monitoring

    Operating Instructions Camera Monitoring Accessing the Camera Start up the web browser on your PC. Enter "http://IP Address (or URL):Port Number" on the address bar, and press [Enter] on the keyboard. E.g. http://192.168.0.253:50000 (or http:// .viewnetcam.com:50000) • When port number is 80 (default), you do not need to enter port number. See page 34 for details about port number.
  • Page 9 Operating Instructions Click the following tabs to display each page. Select a language. Version Number A To Single Camera page (page 10) B To Multi-Camera page (page 23) C To Buffered Image page (page 25) D To Setup page (page 29) E To Maintenance page (page 85) F To Support page (page 94) G To log in to the camera (page 52)

  • Page 10: Viewing Single Camera Page

    Operating Instructions Viewing Single Camera page Access the camera (see page 8). • The Top page is displayed. Click the [Single] tab at the top of the page. • When the Security Warning window is displayed, click [Yes] (see page 12). •...
  • Page 11 Operating Instructions • To reduce the data traffic, the video can be automatically changed to refreshing still images (see page 55). • To display the Single Camera page directly, add it to the [Favorites] on the web browser. • Refresh interval may slow down depending on the network condition or the number of accessing users.
  • Page 12 Operating Instructions Security Warning window To view a video (Motion JPEG), ActiveX Controls must be installed. When trying ® to display a video for the first time, Security Warning window will be displayed. When using Windows XP or Windows 2000, log in as an administrator to install it. If you cannot install ActiveX Controls or you cannot see the video in the Internet Explorer •...
  • Page 13 Operating Instructions Security Warning window on Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 To view a video (Motion JPEG), ActiveX Controls must be installed. Follow the steps shown below to install ActiveX Controls. Click the warning displayed above the tabs, and click [Install ActiveX Control...].
  • Page 14 The Banner When the camera accesses the Internet, the banner displays product information about cameras or announcements about the latest firmware, etc. from Panasonic. Whether or not to display the banner can be set at Banner Display (see page 55).

  • Page 15: Image Auto Centering (Click To Center)

    Operating Instructions 1.2.1 Image Auto Centering (Click to Center) When you click a certain point on the camera image, the point is centered on the image. Move the cursor to the desired point. Cursor Click it. • The clicked point is centered. •...

  • Page 16: Capturing A Still Image

    Operating Instructions 1.2.2 Capturing a Still Image A still image can be saved on your PC. Operate pan/tilt and select a resolution to display an image. Click the capture image button. Capture Image Button • The camera image opens in another window. Right-click the image, and select [Save Picture As...].

  • Page 17: Using Operation Bar

    Operating Instructions 1.2.3 Using Operation Bar End Display When the pan/tilt has reached the end (Left and Preset End, Right End, Up End and Down End), End Display: Display appears. When clicking a preset button, the preset name appears. Pan/Tilt Moves the lens throughout the horizontal ( Scan: or vertical (...
  • Page 18 Operating Instructions Pan/Tilt Operation Pan/tilt scan buttons automatically move the Pan/Tilt lens horizontally from –50 ° to +50 ° and Scan vertically from –40 ° to +10 ° and return the lens to the original position. Each pan/tilt arrow moves the lens Up, Down, Right or Left, Pan/Tilt and the home position button moves it to the home position.

  • Page 19: Setting Home Position/Sensor Position/Preset Button

    Operating Instructions 1.2.4 Setting Home Position/Sensor Position/Preset Button Registering Home Position/Sensor Position A home position or sensor position can be registered. When restarted, the camera takes a home position. If the Lens Position When Triggered setting is set (see page 71), the camera takes a sensor position after the pyroelectric infrared sensor detects temperature differences.
  • Page 20 Operating Instructions Registering a Preset Button 8 preset buttons can be registered. Preset buttons (1—4) are registered 1: Upper Left, 2: Upper Right, 3: Lower Left and 4: Lower Right. These buttons can be changed (see page 22). • Registered buttons are shown in blue. •...
  • Page 21 Operating Instructions Viewing the Image Click the home position, sensor position or registered preset button. • The camera takes each position, Home and the image is displayed. Position Pan/Tilt Putting the cursor displays the preset UpperLeft name. Sensor Position...
  • Page 22 Operating Instructions Changing or Deleting the Settings Click [Program]. • [Program] switches to [Cancel]. Home Click [Cancel] to quit without saving Position changes. Pan/Tilt Pan and tilt the camera to a desired position. • When deleting, this step is not necessary.

  • Page 23: Viewing Multi-Camera Page

    Operating Instructions Viewing Multi-Camera page To view multiple cameras on the Multi-Camera page, you need to configure each camera on the Multi-Camera Setup page (see page 58). Access the camera (see page 8). • The Top page is displayed. Click the [Multi] tab at the top of the page. •...

  • Page 24: Administrator Page

    Operating Instructions Notes • When selecting [All] at the View Type, all images are displayed in 160 x 120 pixels resolution. • 640 x 480 pixels image cannot be displayed on the Multi-Camera page. • When viewing video (Motion JPEG), we recommend using an Ethernet switching hub instead of the repeater hub to prevent degradation in video display.

  • Page 25: Viewing Buffered Image Page

    Operating Instructions Viewing Buffered Image page To buffer the images on the internal memory, you need to set up image transfer settings (see page 60 or page 69). You can view buffered images on this Buffered Image page. Access the camera (see page 8). •...

  • Page 26: Deleting Buffered Images

    Operating Instructions Display images clicking buttons below. Date and time of the day when the images were buffered are displayed. Date, time and frame number are displayed. [Play]: The buffered images are displayed continuously. [<Prev] or [Next>]: The previous or next image is displayed.

  • Page 27: Viewing Still Images On Your Cell Phone

    Operating Instructions Viewing Still Images on Your Cell Phone You can view still images over the Internet from a compatible cell phone. Enter "http://IP address (or URL):Port Number/mobile" on a cell phone and press [OK]. • When the port number is set to 80 (default), it is not required. e.g.
  • Page 28 The pan reaches the left end. "(4)L" disappears. • Some cell phones are not compatible with Panasonic Network Cameras. Some phones may allow viewing only on port 80, and some may not support password authentication. See the Panasonic Network Camera support website at http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/ for a cell...

  • Page 29: Various Camera Features

    Operating Instructions Various Camera Features Using Camera Features Access the camera (see page 8). • The Top page is displayed. Notes • When [Permit access from guest users] is set on the Security: Administrator page, click [Login] tab and log in as an administrator. •...
  • Page 30 Operating Instructions Basic Network Configures the network settings such as connection mode to connect the camera to the network (see page 32). Wireless Configures wireless network (see page 37). UPnP Enables automatic port forwarding or shortcut to the camera (see page 40). Viewnetcam.
  • Page 31 Operating Instructions (13) Indicator Sets indicator display (see page 83). Control (14) Privacy Mode Enables privacy mode (see page 84).

  • Page 32: Connecting The Camera To Your Network

    Operating Instructions Connecting the Camera to Your Network The Network page offers three options to configure the camera. • [Automatic Setup] automatically assigns an unused IP address to the camera, and uses UPnP to configure your router. • [Static] allows the user to use a specific IP address. •...
  • Page 33 Operating Instructions DHCP Setup Static Setup • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the previous page without saving changes. Click [Save] when finished. • New settings are saved. • When finished, the following page is displayed. Note The current network settings are shown on the Status page in the Maintenance section (see page 86).
  • Page 34 Operating Instructions Click [Restart]. • The camera restarts, and the Top page is displayed. • If the camera is restarted, all buffered images on the internal memory are deleted. • Checking [Yes] for [Allow Access from the Internet] on [Automatic Setup] may not display the Top page, because the port number may change.
  • Page 35 Operating Instructions Setting Description • IP address • If your ISP or network administrator specifies the IP address and subnet mask, enter them in each data field. • Subnet Mask • If you use the camera on the LAN, set the IP address in the (Static Only) same subnet mask as your PC (see page 106).
  • Page 36 Operating Instructions Setting Description Max. Bandwidth • The bandwidth can be restricted. Usage • Select the maximum bandwidth usage from [Unlimited] to [0.1 Mbps]. Note Set the maximum bandwidth usage seeing the following file sizes. These are examples for a JPEG file with a standard image quality.

  • Page 37: Using Wireless Lan

    Take a note of the settings and save them for reference. For more information about wireless setting, please refer to http:// panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/. Click [Wireless] on the Setup page. Set each parameter for the Wireless Configuration.
  • Page 38 Operating Instructions Set each parameter for the Encryption. Setting Description Cipher • Select encrypting or not encrypting. • To prevent unauthorized users from reading data, selecting [WEP] is recommended. WEP Selection • Checked WEPKey is used as a standard WEPKey. Check the same number as the router.
  • Page 39 Operating Instructions Notes • Some wireless devices do not support the WEP 152 bit. • The camera supports only the open system authentication. If the wireless router or access point is set to shared key authentication, set it to auto or open system.

  • Page 40: Using Upnp™ (Universal Plug And Play)

    In order to use this feature, your router needs to support this feature and it must be enabled. Most router manufacturers disable this feature as the default setting. See http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/ for details and see your router's manual for how to enable UPnP .

  • Page 41: Registering With The Viewnetcam.com Service

    Viewnetcam.com also allows you to easily access the camera, even when your ISP changes the IP address. Panasonic Communications recommends you register with it for Internet access to the camera. See http://www.viewnetcam.com for details about the Viewnetcam.com service.
  • Page 42 Operating Instructions Notes • When the Viewnetcam.com registration website is not displayed, confirm that the URL is displayed in the right column of the Your Account Link. If the URL is not displayed, follow the procedures below. 1. Wait for a while, and click [Refresh] on the web browser. 2.

  • Page 43: Setting Date And Time

    Operating Instructions Setting Date and Time The Date and Time page allows you to set date and time. Date and time are used for image buffer/transfer, operation time and time stamps on the buffered image. Note Saving the date and time settings deletes all buffered images. Click [Date and Time] on the Setup page.
  • Page 44 Operating Instructions Setting Description Time Setting • Select date and format (AM/PM or 24 H). These settings are used for image buffer/transfer, operation time and time stamps on the buffered image. But E-mail subject and file name by E-mail or FTP transfer uses only 24 h format. Automatic Time •...

  • Page 45: Changing Camera Settings

    Operating Instructions Changing Camera Settings The Camera page allows you to set the camera name, white balance, AC power source frequency and pan/tilt range. Click [Camera] on the Setup page. Set each parameter. • Clicking [Cancel] cancels your settings without saving changes.
  • Page 46 Operating Instructions Setting Description Camera Name • The camera name is displayed on the Single Camera page. • Enter ASCII characters (see page 114) or characters in each language (1—15 characters for a 1-byte character and 1—7 characters for a 2-byte character). But [Space], ["], ['], [&], [<], and [>] are not available.
  • Page 47 Operating Instructions Setting Description Tilt Range Select from the following options. • Minimum — Current settings, –40—+10 • Home Position — Current settings, –40—+10 • Maximum — Current settings, –40—+10 • The values must be selected as minimum home position maximum. See page 48 for details about pan/tilt range settings.
  • Page 48 Operating Instructions Specifying Pan/Tilt Range Access the camera (see page 8), and click [Single] at the top of the Top page. Open another web browser, and display the Camera page (see page 45). Align the Single Camera page and the Camera page side to side. Set the pan/tilt range.

  • Page 49: Changing Authentication Setting And Administrator User Name And Password

    Operating Instructions Changing Authentication Setting and Administrator User Name and Password The Security: Administrator page allows you to change authentication, administrator user name and password. The authentication window is displayed, and allows the registered users to access the camera. Notes •...
  • Page 50 Operating Instructions Setting Description General Authentication has 2 phases. Authentication • If you set [Permit access from guest users], the camera does not display the authentication window in camera access. All guest users can view the image without user name and password. Note If you set [Permit access from guest users], [Login] is displayed at the top of the page.
  • Page 51 Operating Instructions Click [Go to Security: Administrator page]. • The Security: Administrator page is displayed. Note When the user name and password have been changed, the camera displays an authentication window. Enter the user name and password, and click [OK]. Administrator/General Users/Guest Users The camera has 3 user levels (administrator, general users and guest users).

  • Page 52: Logging In To The Camera

    Operating Instructions Logging in to the Camera If you set [Permit access from guest users] on the Security: Administrator page, [Login] is displayed at the top of the page. After you log in as an administrator, you can access the Setup page and the Maintenance page. Click [Login] at the top of the page.

  • Page 53: Creating, Modifying Or Deleting General Users

    Operating Instructions 2.10 Creating, Modifying or Deleting General Users The General User page allows you to create, modify or delete general users. Up to 50 general users can be registered. The access level is set for each general user. If you set [Permit access from guest users] on the Security: Administrator page, the access level can be set for guest users.
  • Page 54 Operating Instructions Setting Description User ID List • Up to 50 general users can be registered. • The list is used to modify or delete general user settings. User Name/ • User Name (6 to 15 characters): Enter the user name. Password •...

  • Page 55: Changing Initial Settings On The Single Camera Page Or The Multi-Camera Page

    Operating Instructions 2.11 Changing Initial Settings on the Single Camera page or the Multi-Camera page The Image Display page allows you to change initial settings (display settings when a user accesses the camera) of image resolution, image quality and refresh interval.
  • Page 56 • When the camera accesses the Internet, the banner displays product information about cameras or announcements about the latest firmware, etc. from Panasonic. Checking [Display] for Administrator is particularly recommended. • When checked, the banner is displayed for administrator or general users or both.
  • Page 57 Operating Instructions Click [Save] when finished. • New settings are saved. • When finished, "Success!" is displayed. Click [Go to Image Display page]. • The Image Display page is displayed.

  • Page 58: Configuring Multiple Cameras

    Operating Instructions 2.12 Configuring Multiple Cameras The Multi-Camera Setup page allows you to configure the camera IP addresses and camera names to view multiple images on the Multi-Camera page. These configurations are required to use the Multi-Camera page. Up to 12 cameras can be configured.
  • Page 59 Operating Instructions Setting Description Display • Check the box to enable the camera. IP Address • Set the IP address or the host name to enable the camera. Host Name Port No. • Set the port number (1—65535). Camera Name •...

  • Page 60: Buffering Or Transferring Images By Timer

    Operating Instructions 2.13 Buffering or Transferring Images by Timer The Image Buffer/Transfer page allows you to enable image buffer/transfer by E- mail or FTP. Click [Buffer/Transfer] on the Setup page. Click No. to enable buffer/transfer. Check [Enable Image Buffer/Transfer], select [Timer] for trigger, and click [Next>].
  • Page 61 Operating Instructions Setting Description Enable Image • Check the box to enable the buffer/transfer. Clear the box Buffer/Transfer to disable it. Trigger • Selecting [Timer] enables the camera to buffer/transfer the image by timer. • Selecting [Sensor] enables the camera to buffer/transfer the image by sensor.
  • Page 62 Operating Instructions Set the image settings, and click [Next>]. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes. Setting Description Image • Select image resolution (640 x 480, 320 x 240 (default) or Resolution 160 x 120 pixels) to buffer or transfer.
  • Page 63 Operating Instructions Select the transfer method, and click [Next>]. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes. Note If you transfer an image by E-mail or FTP, confirm that the default gateway and DNS server addresses are assigned correctly (see page 32).
  • Page 64 Operating Instructions When you set [FTP] for Transfer Method Select [FTP], and click [Next>]. The following page is displayed. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes.
  • Page 65 Operating Instructions Setting Description Server IP • If you set the server IP address, set 4 digits (0—255) and 3 Address or periods such as "192.168.0.253". But "0.0.0.0" and Host Name "255.255.255.255" are not available. Or set a host name (1— 255 characters).
  • Page 66 Operating Instructions When you set [E-mail] for Transfer Method Select [E-mail], and click [Next>]. The following page is displayed. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes.
  • Page 67 Operating Instructions Setting Description SMTP Server IP • If you set the server IP address, set 4 digits (0—255) and Address or Host 3 periods such as "192.168.0.253". But "0.0.0.0" and Name "255.255.255.255" are not available. Or set a host name (1—255 characters).
  • Page 68 Operating Instructions Confirm the settings, and click [Save]. • New settings are saved. The buffered images are deleted. • When finished, "Success!" is displayed. Click [Go to Image Buffer/Transfer page]. • The Image Buffer/Transfer page is displayed. Notes • If you set a short interval to transfer image to a cell phone, many E-mails may be sent to it leading to a large phone bill.

  • Page 69: Buffering Or Transferring Images By Sensor

    Operating Instructions 2.14 Buffering or Transferring Images by Sensor The Image Buffer/Transfer page allows you to enable image buffer/transfer by E- mail or FTP. Click [Buffer/Transfer] on the Setup page. Click No. to enable buffer/transfer. Check [Enable Image Buffer/Transfer], select [Sensor] for trigger, and click [Next>].
  • Page 70 Operating Instructions Setting Description Enable Image • Check the box to enable the buffer/transfer. Clear the box Buffer/Transfer to disable it. Trigger • Selecting [Timer] enables the camera to buffer/transfer the image by timer. • Selecting [Sensor] enables the camera to buffer/transfer the image by sensor.
  • Page 71 Operating Instructions Set the Lens Position When Triggered setting, and click [Next>]. Note If you enable the Lens Position When Triggered setting, buffer/transfer starts after the camera turns to the sensor position. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. •...
  • Page 72 Operating Instructions Setting Description Image • Select image resolution (640 x 480, 320 x 240 (default) or Resolution 160 x 120 pixels) to buffer or transfer. Image Quality • Select the image quality. [Favor Clarity] optimizes for good quality. [Standard] offers standard quality. [Favor Motion] optimizes for enhanced motion.
  • Page 73 Operating Instructions Setting Description Enable Pre- • Check the box to enable the setting. The camera buffers or trigger Image transfers the image right before the pyroelectric infrared Buffer sensor detects temperature differences. • Set an interval, number of images to buffer and total number.
  • Page 74 Operating Instructions Select the transfer method, and click [Next>]. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes. Note If you transfer image by E-mail or FTP, confirm that the default gateway and DNS server addresses are assigned correctly (see page 32).
  • Page 75 Operating Instructions When you set [FTP] for Transfer Method Select [FTP], and click [Next>]. The following page is displayed. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes.
  • Page 76 Operating Instructions Setting Description Server IP • If you set the server IP address, set 4 digits (0—255) and 3 Address or periods such as "192.168.0.253". But "0.0.0.0" and Host Name "255.255.255.255" are not available. Or set a host name (1— 255 characters).
  • Page 77 Operating Instructions When you set [E-mail] for Transfer Method Select [E-mail], and click [Next>]. The following page is displayed. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes.
  • Page 78 Operating Instructions Setting Description SMTP Server IP • If you set the server IP address, set 4 digits (0—255) and Address or Host 3 periods such as "192.168.0.253". But "0.0.0.0" and Name "255.255.255.255" are not available. Or set a host name (1—255 characters).
  • Page 79 Operating Instructions After you confirm the settings and click [Next>], set E-mail notification and click [Next>]. • If you select [Enable], the E-mail Notification When Triggered page is displayed. Enter the settings using page 77 and page 78. When finished, click [Next>] and go to step 10.
  • Page 80 Operating Instructions Click [Go to Image Buffer/Transfer page]. • The Image Buffer/Transfer page is displayed. Notes • If you set a short interval to transfer image to a cell phone, many E-mails may be sent to it leading to a large phone bill. Therefore, we recommend you set a long interval.

  • Page 81: Specifying Operation Time

    Operating Instructions 2.15 Specifying Operation Time The Operation Time page allows you to limit the operation time. The camera image turns to a gray screen outside the operation time. Notes • If you wrongly set the time period, your privacy may be seen. Confirm the time period after the setup.
  • Page 82 Operating Instructions Setting Description Operation Time • Select the [Always] option when you do not specify the time period. If you want to specify the time period, select the time period option and set the time period. Click [Save] when finished. •...

  • Page 83: Changing Indicator Display

    Operating Instructions 2.16 Changing Indicator Display The Indicator Control page allows you to select Indicator operation. Indicator has four options. • Always on. • Turn the indicator on when the camera is accessed. • Turn the indicator on during sensor reaction. •...

  • Page 84: Enabling Privacy Mode

    Operating Instructions 2.17 Enabling Privacy Mode Pressing the privacy button turns the camera into privacy mode. You can keep your privacy in privacy mode. In this case, the camera operation stops, and the image transfer by timer or sensor (see page 60 or page 69) is also stopped. The indicator turns red, and viewers see a gray screen.

  • Page 85: Camera Maintenance

    Operating Instructions Camera Maintenance Maintenance page Maintenance Status Displays the camera settings and status (see page 86). Wireless Status Displays wireless information (see page 86). Restart Restarts the camera (see page 87). Update Firmware Updates the camera firmware (see page 88). Save Settings Creates a configuration file (see page 91).

  • Page 86: Confirming The Status

    The Status page allows you to check the status of the camera. The status information provides support for troubleshooting. Clicking [Status] displays the following page. Note See Panasonic Network Camera support website at http://panasonic.co.jp/ pcc/products/en/netwkcam/ for details about status information. 3.1.2 Confirming the Wireless Status The Wireless Status page allows you to check the wireless information.

  • Page 87: Restarting The Camera

    Operating Instructions 3.1.3 Restarting the Camera The camera restarts by disconnecting the plug of the AC cord from the outlet and reconnecting it again. The camera can also be restarted on the Restart page. Note When the camera restarts, the buffered images will be deleted. Click [Restart] on the Maintenance page.

  • Page 88: Updating The Camera Firmware

    All buffered images will be deleted after the firmware update. • The firmware version is displayed on the Top page and the Status page. Download the new firmware on the Panasonic Network Camera support website at http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/, and save it on your PC.
  • Page 89 Operating Instructions • The Update page is displayed in about 90 seconds. Click [Browse...]. • A dialog box is displayed to select the firmware. Select the firmware (including directory information) and click [Open]. • The firmware file name is displayed. Confirm the firmware file name, and click [Update Firmware].
  • Page 90 Operating Instructions Confirm that the version number on the Top page is updated. Updated version • If the version number is updated, the firmware update is complete.

  • Page 91: Creating Configuration File

    Operating Instructions 3.1.5 Creating Configuration File A configuration file can be saved on your PC. You can load the camera settings from the configuration file on the Load Settings page (see page 92). Click [Save Settings] on the Maintenance page. Click [Save].

  • Page 92: Loading Settings From A Configuration File

    Operating Instructions 3.1.6 Loading Settings from a Configuration File The settings can be loaded from a configuration file. If you reset the camera to factory default, the camera can load its settings from the configuration file. Notes • The configuration file has network settings. When the settings are loaded, the network settings are also loaded as they were saved.

  • Page 93: Resetting The Camera To Factory Default

    Operating Instructions 3.1.7 Resetting the Camera to Factory Default All camera settings are reset to factory default directly after the Execute button is clicked. To restore the wireless connection, access the camera by using the wired connection and set up the wireless configuration. (See Getting Started guide.) Click [Reset to Factory Default] on the Maintenance page.

  • Page 94: Support Page

    Operating Instructions Support page Support Help Displays the Help page (see page 94). Wireless Help Displays the Wireless Help page (see page 95). Product Displays product information website (see page 95). Information Support Displays support information website (see page 95). Information 3.2.1 Help page...

  • Page 95: Wireless Help Page

    Note [Wireless Help] is displayed only when logging in as an administrator. 3.2.3 Product Information You can see product information on the Panasonic Network Camera support website. Clicking [Product Information] on the Support page displays the URL, click it. Note If the camera is not connected to the Internet, the website cannot be displayed.

  • Page 96: Factory Default Reset Button

    Operating Instructions FACTORY DEFAULT RESET Button The camera has a FACTORY DEFAULT RESET button on the bottom. Press the button with a pointed object. Pressing the FACTORY DEFAULT RESET button resets the camera to factory default. If you lose your user name and password, use this button to reset the camera.

  • Page 97: Default Setting List

    Operating Instructions Default Setting List Basic Items Default Required Notes Network Connection Mode Automatic Automatic Setup/ Setup Static/DHCP Allow Access from the Internet (Automatic Setup only) Network Configuration Enable from Setup Program (Static/DHCP only) Port No. 20, 21, 25 and 110 (Static/DHCP only) is not available.
  • Page 98 Operating Instructions Items Default Required Notes Wireless Communication mode IEEE 802.11b/g (Channel) Auto SSID NetCamXXXX Up to 32 characters, signs or numbers (Speed) Auto Encryption (WEP) encryption Authentication Open System WEPKey 1—4 ASCII 13 Characters 128 bit UPnP Auto Port Forwarding Disable Display Shortcut Icon in Enable...
  • Page 99 Operating Instructions Items Default Required Notes Camera Camera Name Network Required 1—15 characters Camera White Balance Auto Auto/Fixed Indoor/ Fixed Fluorescent (White)/Fixed Fluorescent (Daylight)/Fixed Outdoor/Hold AC Power Source 60 Hz 50 Hz, 60 Hz Frequency Pan Range (Minimum) –50 degrees –50—+50 degrees (Home Position) 0 degrees...
  • Page 100 Operating Instructions Account Items Default Required Notes Security: General Do not permit Administrator Authentication access from guest users User Name [Blank] When setting 6—15 characters administrator Password [Blank] When setting 6—15 characters administrator Retype [Blank] When setting 6—15 characters Password administrator General User User ID List...
  • Page 101 Operating Instructions Advanced Items Default Required Notes Image Single Camera Image 320 x 240 320 x 240 or 640 Display Resolution x 480 Single Camera Image Standard Favor Clarity, Quality Standard or Favor Motion Single Camera Motion 3, 5, 10, 30, 60 Refresh Interval (s) or Motion Multi-Camera Image...
  • Page 102 Operating Instructions Items Default Required Notes Multi- Multi-Camera [Blank] Camera Display Checked When setting Multi-Camera IP Address or Host [Blank] When setting IP address*1 Name Multi-Camera Host name*5 is 1—255 characters. Port No. [Blank] When setting 20, 21, 25 and Multi-Camera 110 are not available.
  • Page 103 Operating Instructions Items Default Required Notes Buffer/ Status Transfer Trigger Timer Timer, Sensor Active Time of Trigger Always Lens Position When Do not move Do not move, Triggered Move to sensor position Image Resolution 320 x 240 160 x 120, 320 x 240, 640 x 480 Image Quality...
  • Page 104 Operating Instructions Preset Buttons Items Default Required Notes Preset Preset 1 UpperLeft Buttons Preset 2 UpperRight Preset 3 LowerLeft Preset 4 LowerRight *1 Set 4 digits (0—255) and 3 periods such as "192.168.0.253". But "0.0.0.0" and "255.255.255.255" are not available. *2 Set the number of 1—65535.

  • Page 105: Cleaning

    Operating Instructions Cleaning Clean the camera after the camera is turned off. 3.5.1 Cleaning the Main Unit Clean the unit with a dry and soft cloth. Notes • Do not use alcohol, polishing powder, cleanser, benzine, thinner, wax, petroleum products or hot water to wipe the camera. Also avoid pesticide, glass cleaner or hair spray.

  • Page 106: Setting An Ip Address On Your Pc

    Operating Instructions Setting an IP Address on Your PC Your PC's IP address can be assigned by the following procedures. Display the TCP/IP Properties window. • The steps are different depending on your OS. The steps are shown below. Steps Windows XP [Start] ( [Settings])

  • Page 107: Using Setup Program

    Operating Instructions Using Setup Program The Setup Program can be used for the following purposes. • Finding the IP address and port number of the camera connected to your network. • Setting up the camera automatically. • Setting up the camera manually to a Static or a DHCP setting. •...
  • Page 108 Operating Instructions • You can find the camera IP address and port number by looking up the MAC address of your camera. Address Port Camera Status Camera Address List window Notes • If you try to find multiple cameras, each MAC address beside the Ethernet (LAN) port verifies which camera you are setting up.
  • Page 109 Operating Instructions Manual Setup window Set up each parameter following direction on page 34—page 36. • If more than 20 minutes have passed since the camera was turned on, the camera cannot be set up from the Setup Program. If the camera cannot be set up, restart the camera.

  • Page 110: Setting Your Pc

    Operating Instructions Setting Your PC 3.8.1 Setting the Proxy Server Settings on Web Browser If the proxy server is not used, the settings are not required. If you are using the proxy server, the following settings are required. • To communicate with a camera installed inside a LAN, changing the web browser settings is recommended.
  • Page 111 Operating Instructions Click the [Connections] tab, and click [LAN Settings]. See if the Use a proxy server check box is checked or not. If checked, click [Advanced...]. See if the check box is checked or not. If checked, click [Advanced...]. •...
  • Page 112 Operating Instructions Enter the camera IP address into the Do not use proxy server for addresses beginning with data field. (Example: 192.168.0.253) Click [OK].

  • Page 113: Setting Upnp™ To Display Camera Shortcut In My Network Places

    Operating Instructions 3.8.2 Setting UPnP™ to Display Camera Shortcut in My Network Places To display the camera shortcut in the My Network Places folder, Windows component should be added. Enable UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) following the steps below. Steps Windows XP [Start] ( [Settings])

  • Page 114: Ascii Character Table

    Operating Instructions ASCII Character Table ASCII Character Table (space) " & < >...

  • Page 115: File Size And Number Of Buffered Images

    Operating Instructions 3.10 File Size and Number of Buffered Images The following table shows the relationship between the file size of the image and the maximum number of buffered images. Note The following file sizes were shown at the largest value. Resolution Items Capture...

  • Page 116: Specifications

    Operating Instructions 3.11 Specifications Network Camera Items Specifications Pan/Tilt Angle Pan: –50 ° to +50 °, Tilt: –40 ° to +10 ° Number of Pixels 1/4-inch CMOS Sensor 320,000 pixels Illuminance 1—10,000 lx White Balance Auto/Manual/Hold Focus Fixed 0.5 m (20 inches) —Infinity Caliber Ratio (F No.) F2.8 Horizontal Viewing Angle...
  • Page 117 Operating Instructions Other Specifications Items Specifications Interface Wired: 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet RJ-45 connector x 1 Wireless: IEEE 802.11b/g (Embedded) Sensor Detection Method Pyroelectric Infrared Sensor Sensor Range Horizontally About 30 °, Vertically About 85 °, Distance About 5 m (16.4 feet) (When the temperature is 20 °C [68 °F]) Indicator Display Power/Network Communication/Camera operation/...
  • Page 118 Operating Instructions MEMO...

  • Page 119: Index

    Operating Instructions Index...
  • Page 120 Operating Instructions ActiveX Controls 12 Maintenance page 85 Administrator/General Users/Guest Users 51 Multi-Camera page 23 ASCII Character Table 114 Multi-Camera Setup page 58 Buffered Image page 25 Network page 32 Camera Access 8 Operating System 4 Camera page 45 Operation Bar 17 Capture Image Button 16 Operation Time page 81 Cell Phone 27...
  • Page 121 Operating Instructions Update Firmware page 88 UPnP page 40 Viewnetcam.com Service 41 Web Browser 4 Wireless 37 Wireless Help page 95...
  • Page 122 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 www.panasonic.ca Copyright: This material is copyrighted by Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd., and may be reproduced for internal use only. All other reproduction, in whole or in part, is prohibited without the written consent of Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd.

Table of Contents