Installation Guide Included Installation Instructions Network Camera WV-SF549/WV-SF548 Model No. WV-SF539/WV-SF538 WV-SF549 WV-SF539 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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For Europe WARNING: We declare under our sole responsibility that the product • To prevent injury, this apparatus must be to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the standard or other normative document following the securely attached to the floor/wall/ceiling in provisions of Directive 2004/108/EC.
Precautions for Installation ......................13 Major operating controls ......................15 Detaching the dome cover ......................17 Preparations ..........................19 Insert/remove an SD memory card (WV-SF549/WV-SF539 only)* ..........22 Connection ..........................23 Installation ........................... 29 Adjustment ..........................30 Attaching the dome cover ......................34 Configure the network settings ....................
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 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:...
The following notations are used when describing the functions limited for specified models. The functions without the notations are supported by all models. SF549 :The functions with this notation are available when using the model WV-SF549. SF548 :The functions with this notation are available when using the model WV-SF548.
About the user manuals There are 2 sets of operating instructions for the WV-SF549, WV-SF548, WV-SF539, WV-SF538 as follows. • Installation Guide: Explains how to install and connect devices. • Operating Instructions (included in the CD-ROM): Explains how to perform the settings and how to operate this camera.
* A phenomenon in which portions of the screen are displayed out of alignment • For information on the operation verification of the supported operating systems and web browsers, refer to our website at http://security.panasonic.com/pss/security/support/index.html. Trademarks and registered trademarks • Adobe, Acrobat Reader, and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
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.
Precautions Refer installation work to the dealer. The screws and bolts must be tightened to Installation work requires technique and experi- the specified torque. ences. Failure to observe this may cause fire, Failure to observe this may cause a drop result- electric shock, injury, or damage to the product.
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[Precautions for use] Cleaning this product body This product is designed to be used indoors. Be sure to turn off the power before cleaning. This product is not operable outdoors. Failure to observe this may cause injury. Do not use strong abrasive detergent when cleaning this This product has no power switch.
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Code label The code labels (accessory) are required at inquiry for trouble. Use caution not to lose these labels. It is recommended to paste one of the labels onto the CD-ROM case. Discoloration on the color filter of the MOS image sensor •...
Precautions for Installation Panasonic assumes no responsibility for injuries or property damage resulting from fail- ures arising out of improper installation or operation inconsistent with this documentation. This camera is designed to be used indoors. • Locations subject to condensation as the This product is not operable outdoors.
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Screw tightening • The screws and bolts must be tightened with an appropriate tightening torque according to the material and strength of the installation area. • Do not use an impact driver. Use of an impact driver may damage the screws or cause tightening excessively.
Major operating controls SF549 SF548 SF539 SF538 Dome cover Inner dome Inner dome Clear dome SF549 SF548 (Provided only for service) Monitor out connector for Direction marker for installation service* SF539 SF538 SF539 SF538 Marker Azimuth adjustment ring Monitor out connector for adjustment (RCA jack) View from the side...
Detach the dome cover from the camera by loosening the dome cover fixing screws. SF549 SF548 The following procedure is required when using WV-SF549 or WV-SF548. Refer to page 18 when using WV-SF539 or WV-SF538. IMPORTANT: • Remove the cover film from the dome section of the dome cover after the installation is com- plete.
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SF538 The following procedure is required when using WV-SF539 or WV-SF538. Refer to page 17 when using WV-SF549 or WV-SF548. IMPORTANT: • After removal, retain the dome cover fixing screw so as not to lose. The screw is required when attaching the dome cover.
Preparations When installing the camera on a wall or a ceiling, there are four methods as specified below. (☞ Pages 20 and 21) • Using the two-gang junction box • Installing the camera directly on the ceiling or wall • Using the optional ceiling mount bracket WV-Q174 (for embedded installation on a ceiling) SF539 SF538 •...
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Using the side cable access hole When installing the camera directly on the ceiling or wall with cables exposed, cut out a portion of the dome cover to open a cable access hole. SF539 SF538 SF549 SF548 Side cable access hole Side cable access hole LOCK OPEN...
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Installing the camera directly on the ceiling or wall Place the installation template label (accessory) on the ceiling or wall, and make a hole to pass the cable. Remove the template label, and mount the camera by fixing 4 screws (locally procured). (☞...
Insert/remove an SD memory card (WV-SF549/WV-SF539 only) IMPORTANT: • When inserting an SD memory card, make sure the direction. • Before removing the SD memory card, make sure to select “Not use” for “SD memory card” on the [SD memory card] tab of the “Basic” page on the setup menu first.
Connection Caution: • ONLY CONNECT 12 V DC CLASS 2 POWER SUPPLY (UL 1310/CSA 223) or LIMITED POWER SOURCE (IEC/EN/UL/CSA 60950-1). Before starting the connection, turn off the power of this camera and the devices to be connected. Check and prepare the required devices and cables for connection. Note: •...
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IMPORTANT: • Connect/disconnect the audio cables and turn on the power of the camera after turning off the power of the audio output devices. Otherwise, loud noise may be heard from the speaker. Audio output Connect an external speaker with amplifier to connector the audio output connector (for use of the audio transmission function).
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e After the cable connection, connect the exter- External I/O terminals nal I/O terminal plug to the external I/O termi- nals of the camera. IMPORTANT: • Do not connect 2 wires or more directly to a terminal. When it is necessary to connect 2 wires or more, use a splitter.
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When using 12 V DC power supply* q Loosen the screws of the power cord plug (accessory). w Connect the cable of the 12 V DC power sup- (12 V DC) (GND) ply* to the power cord plug. Strip 3 mm - 7 mm {1/8 inches - 9/32 inches} from the end of the wire, and twist the stripped part of the wire sufficiently to avoid short circuit.
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When using PoE (IEEE802.3af compliant) Connect a LAN cable (category 5 or better, straight, STP*) between a PoE device (such as a hub) and the network connector of the camera. * For Europe IMPORTANT: • Use all 4 pairs (8 pins) of the LAN cable. •...
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Connection example when connecting to a network using a PoE hub Video monitor (for adjustment use only) PoE device (hub) (option) LAN cable (category 5 or better, straight, STP*) LAN cable (category 5 or Microphone (option) better, straight, STP*) (option) LAN cable (category 5 or better, straight, STP*) Microphone (option)
• When tightening the screws, be careful to ensure that the cables does not tangle the cables. Note: • For ceiling mounting Select which direction to face the front (the side where the Panasonic logo and "FRONT" are) of the camera. Refer to the "Adjustment" section (☞ pages 30 - 33) for further information about adjustment.
Adjustment Perform the following procedures before adjusting the camera angle. SF549 SF548 Detach the inner dome from the camera by picking the front and rear sides. Note: • Do not touch the lens. Pick the portion marked in the illustration as well as the opposite side.
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Vertical position (Tilting) Loosen the tilting lock screws (x2), and rotate the tilting table to adjust the tilting direction. (Adjustable range: ±75 °) Since a variable focal lens is used, it is possible to change the angu- Tilting lock lar field of view. This lens can also be rotated in screws (x2) the reverse direction, but the image azimuth is reversed.
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Adjust the angular field of view and the focus. Adjust the angular field of view in accordance with the distance between the camera lens and a photographic subject. These adjustments shall be performed together with the camera angle adjustment. Auto focus (AF) button Zoom lock knob Loosen Tighten...
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Note: • If the zoom lock knob is fully turned in the "W" direction, the periphery may become dark. In such a case, turn the zoom lock knob in the "T" direction for readjustment. • If the zoom lock knob is slightly tightened before the zoom is adjusted, the knob will become stable, making fine adjustments easier to perform.
Attach the dome cover to the camera. SF549 SF548 The following procedure is required when using WV-SF549 or WV-SF548. Refer to page 35 when using WV-SF539 or WV-SF538. Attach the inner dome to the camera in the same manner as the procedure in page 30.
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SF538 Attach the dome cover to the camera. The following procedure is required when using WV-SF539 or WV-SF538. Refer to page 34 when using WV-SF549, WV-SF548. Marker Align the indication "OPEN" to the marker of the camera to attach the dome cover.
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Rotate the dome cover clockwise to adjust the marker to "LOCK". Fix the dome cover and the camera with LOCK OPEN ADJUST the dome cover fixing screw (M3, step screw, x1) that has been removed in the procedure of "Detaching the dome cover" (☞...
• Refer to “Using the CD-ROM” in the Operating Instructions on the provided CD-ROM for further information about CDLauncher. Click the [Run] button next to [IP Setting Software]. [Panasonic IP Setting] screen will be displayed. Click the [Network Settings] button after select- ing the MAC address/IP address of the camera to be configured.
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Select the camera you want to configure, and click [Access Camera]. Note: • When cameras are displayed in [Panasonic IP Setting] screen, click the camera with same MAC address as the MAC address printed on the camera that you want to configure.
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 DC power supply...
Specifications Basic • Power source: 12 V DC, PoE (IEEE802.3af compliant) Power consumption: SF549 SF539 12 V DC*: 530 mA, PoE 48 V: 120 mA (Class 2 devices) SF548 SF538 12 V DC*: 510 mA, PoE 48 V: 115 mA (Class 2 devices) * ONLY CONNECT 12 V DC CLASS 2 POWER SUPPLY (UL 1310/ CSA 223) or LIMITED POWER SOURCE (IEC/EN/UL/CSA 60950-1).
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Finish: SF549 SF548 Main body: Aluminum die cast, sail white Dome section: Clear polycarbonate resin SF539 SF538 Main body: ABS resin, sail white Dome section: Clear acrylic resin Camera • Image sensor: 1/3-type MOS image sensor Effective pixels: Approx. 3.1 megapixels Scanning area: 4.51 mm (H) ×...
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Video analytics Face detection* On/Off (with the XML notification setting) Privacy zone: Gray/Off (up to 2 zones available) VIQS: On/Off (up to 2 areas available) Camera title on screen: Up to 20 characters (alphanumeric characters, marks) On/Off Video motion detection (VMD alarm): On/Off, (up to 4 areas available) *1 To use the "XML notification"...
Standard accessories Installation Guide (this document) ..........1 set Warranty card ................1 set CD-ROM* ................1 pc. Code label* ................1 pc. The following parts are used during installation procedures. Power cord plug ................ 1 pc. External I/O terminal plug ............1 pc. Installation template label ............
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