Installation Guide Network Camera WV-NP502E Model No. 5 0 2 - N P Lens: Option Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. The model number is abbreviated in some descriptions in this manual.
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WARNING: • Apparatus shall be connected to a mains sock- et outlet with a protective earthing connection. • The mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable. • To prevent fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. •...
Contents Important safety instructions ..................... 4 Limitation of liability ........................5 Disclaimer of warranty ....................... 5 Preface ............................5 Main functions ........................... 6 About the user manuals ......................7 System requirements for a PC ....................7 Trademarks and registered trademarks ..................8 About copyright and licence .....................
Important safety instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instruc- tions.
IMPROVEMENTS OF THIS PUBLICATION AND/OR THE CORRESPONDING PRODUCT (S). Disclaimer of warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL Panasonic Corporation 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:...
Note: • It is necessary to configure the network settings of the PC and its network environment to monitor images from the camera on the PC. It is also necessary to install a web browser on the Main functions High resolution (2 048 x 1 536) image Images with high resolution up to 2 048 x 1 536 (3 megapixel) can be transmitted.
About the user manuals There are 2 sets of this manual and the Operating Instructions (PDF). The "Installation Guide" contains descriptions of how to install and connect this camera, and how perform the required network settings. Refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF) on the provided CD-ROM for descriptions of how to per- ®...
Trademarks and registered trademarks • Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Internet Explorer, ActiveX and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. • Intel, Pentium and Intel Core are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U. S. and other countries. • Adobe and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. • SDHC logo is a trademark.
Precautions Refer installation work to the dealer. Do not use this product in an inflammable Installation work requires technique and experi- atmosphere. ences. Failure to observe this may cause fire, Failure to observe this may cause an explosion electric shock, injury, or damage to the prod- resulting in injury.
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[Precautions for use] When the dirt is hard to remove, use a mild detergent and wipe gently. This system is designed to be used When the dirt is hard to remove, use a mild indoors. This product is not operable out- detergent and wipe gently.
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Discoloration on the CCD color filter AVC Patent Portfolio License When continuously shooting a bright light THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE source such as a spotlight, the color filter of the AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE CCD may have deteriorated and it may cause PERSONAL USE OF A CONSUMER OR discoloration.
Precautions for Installation This camera is designed to be used Before installation indoors. • The camera mount bracket described on This camera is not operable outdoors. page 20 shall be used to mount the cam- Do not expose this camera to direct sunlight for era.
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Angle adjustment Heat dissipation Be sure to loosen the screw of this product This camera is designed to dissipate heat inside this product by intaking air from the mount bracket when the camera angle is adjusted. If the camera angle is changed when intake port on the rear to the exhaust port on the screw is tight, excessive force is applied to the top.
Lens mounting Slowly rotate the lens clockwise to mount the lens and connect the lens cable to the ALC lens con- nector of the camera. ALC lens connector CS-mount (option) Protruded portion from mount face: ø20 mm or less Protruded portion from flange face: 4.5 mm or less Optional dedicated lens Product name...
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Note: • The most common use of a varifocal lens and a zoom lens Note that the adjustment method is different depending on the type. For further information, refer to the operating instructions for the lens to be used. When using 8x or 10x lens, adjust the back focus after positioning the zoom ring at the "W" end and positioning the focus ring at a step short of the "F"...
Insert/remove an SDHC/SD memory card Important: • Before inserting a SDHC/SD memory card, turn off the power of the camera first. • Insert the SDHC/SD memory card backside up. • Before removing the SDHC/SD memory card, select "Not use" for "About SD memory card" on the [SD memory card] tab of "Basic" on the setup menu first. Turn off the power after "Not use" selection, and then unload the SDHC/SD memory card. (☞ Operating Instructions) Open the slide cover on the side of the camera, and then insert a SDHC/SD memory card into the SDHC/SD memory card slot.
Installation Connect the safety wire The following is an example of safety wire connection. A safety wire kit shall be procured in accor- dance with the mounting face of the camera. Refer also to the instructions for the safety wire kit at mounting the safety wire. Important: • Be sure to install the safety wire. Ask your dealer for installation.
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For mounting on wall <Required camera mount bracket and safety wire kit> • Camera mounting plate: WV-831 • Safety wire kit: WV-Q140 Put the tripod mount base on the bottom of the camera. Secure the safety wire lug for wall (acces- Fixing screw Wire engaging (accessory) sory) to the camera mount screw hole with hole the fixing screw (accessory).
Camera mounting The camera is mounted on the camera mount bracket (option) and the safety wire is secured. Important: • The installation area shall be strong enough to hold the camera and camera mount bracket (option). • The camera mount bracket (option) shall be mounted on the foundation part of the construc- tion or a part with adequate strength. • To prevent the mounting strength from becoming lower, do not use wooden screws to secure the camera mount bracket (option).
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Put the connection hook of the safety wire on the safety wire plate (included in the safety wire kit) or the safety wire lug (included in the safety wire kit) secured on the foundation part of the construction or a part with adequate strength. Important: • The safety wire shall be adjusted to remove slack.
Connection Caution: • ONLY CONNECT WV-NP502 TO 12 V DC CLASS 2 POWER SUPPLY. Before starting the connection, turn off the power of this camera and the devices to be connected. Before start the connection, prepare the required devices and cables. Connect the RCA jack to the monitor out- put connector for adjustment on the rear Important: (only for adjustment of the angle field of • The monitor output connector is provided...
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Connect external devices to the EXT I/O terminal. Strip range When connecting an external device, remove 9 mm - 10 mm of the outer jacket of the cable and twist the cable core to prevent the short circuit first. Approx. 9 mm - 10 mm Specification of cable (wire): 22 AWG - 28 AWG Single core, twisted r GND...
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When using 12 V DC power supply 10BASE T/100BASE-TX AUDIO OUT MIC/LINE IN INITIAL q Loosen the screw of the power cord plug (accessory). LINK SD CARD/ABF POWER w Connect the cable of the 12 V DC power supply to the MONITOR OUT 12V = IN EXT I/O...
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Connection example when connecting to a network using a PoE hub Video monitor (for adjustment use only) Speaker with amplifier (option) PoE device (hub) LAN cable (category 5 or better, straight, STP) Microphone (option) LAN cable (category 5 or better, straight, STP) Speaker with amplifier (option) LAN cable (category 5 or better, straight, STP)
When using multiple cameras, it is necessary to configure the network settings of each camera independently. If the Panasonic IP setting software does not work, configure the network settings of the camera and the PC individually on the "Network" page of the setup menu. Refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF) for further information.
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Start the Panasonic IP setting software. Click the [IP setting] button after selecting the MAC address/IP address of the camera to be configured. Note: • When using a DHCP server, the IP address assigned to the camera can be displayed by clicking the [Refresh] button of the IP setting software.
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 Cause/solution Symptom pages When using DC power supply...
Specifications Basic ● Power source: 12 V DC, PoE (IEEE802.3af compliant) Power consumption: 12 V DC: 630 mA, PoE: 7.6 W (Class 0 device) Ambient operating temperature: –10 °C to +50 °C Ambient operating humidity: Less than 90 % Monitor output (for adjusting the angular field of view): VBS: 1.0 V [p-p]/75 Ω, composite signal, RCA jack EXT I/O terminals:...
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White balance: ATW1/ ATW2/ AWC Digital noise reduction: High/Low Image stabilizer: On/Off Video analytics Face detection: On/Off (with the XML notification setting) Privacy zone: On/Off (up to 8 zones available) Camera title on screen: Up to 16 characters (alphanumeric characters, marks) On/Off VMD alarm: On/Off, 4 areas available Auto back focus:...
Up to 16 camera images can be displayed simultaneously on a multi-screen. Compatible SDHC/SD memory card (option): Manufactured by Panasonic SDHC memory card: 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB SD memory card: 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB (except miniSD card and microSD card) *1 Either H.264 or MPEG-4 is selectable.