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Panasonic SD WV-NW484S Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

WV-NW484S
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Before attempting to connect or operate this product,
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  • Page 1: Network Camera

    Network Camera Operating Instructions WV-NW484S Model No. Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
  • Page 2 WARNING: • This apparatus must be earthed. • All work related to the installation of this product should be made by qualified service personnel or system installers. • The connections should comply with local electrical code. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Clean only with dry cloth. 6) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instruc- tions. 7) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

  • Page 4: Limitation Of Liability

    THIS PUBLICATION IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT- ABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NONINFRINGEMENT OF THE THIRD PARTY’S RIGHT. IN NO EVENT SHALL MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL CO,.LTD.

  • Page 5: Preface

    Preface Features This video surveillance camera is equipped with a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX terminal (network terminal) for connection to a network. This network terminal is used to establish a connection between the camera and a LAN (Local Area Network) or other network (e.g. Internet) so that images from the camera can be checked on a personal computer (from here on, "PC") on the network.

  • Page 6: About These Operating Instructions

    Preface (continued) About these operating instructions The Instruction Manual for this camera is comprised of three parts: this book, and the Operating Manual (PDF) and Setup Manual (PDF). This book explains how to install the camera, and how to connect and set up the network. For details on how to operate and set up the camera, refer to the "...

  • Page 7: Trademarks And Registered Trademarks

    Trademarks and Registered Trademarks • Microsoft, Windows, ActiveX and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Intel and Pentium are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Installing the Software..........35 Using the Panasonic IP Setup Software to Set Up the Camera ....35 Monitor Images on a PC .
  • Page 9 Action at an alarm occurrence ........43 Alarm type .

  • Page 10: Precaution

    Precaution The camera does not have a power switch. In order to the power off, turn the power breaker off. Note the following to ensure long-term trouble-free operation. Long operation under high temperatures and high humidity can cause components to deteriorate and shorten camera life. (Less than +35°C (95°F) is recommended) Make sure that the camera is installed in a location where it is not directly exposed to...
  • Page 11 • We recommend using SD memory cards whose operation has already been confirmed (→ page 16). When an SD memory card other than one recommended by Panasonic is used, the SD memory card may not function properly, or the camera's performance may be reduced.
  • Page 12 Precaution (continued) Do not point the camera at a strong light source. • Intense light such as that produced by a spotlight concentrated on one part of the screen can cause blooming (rainbow around the strong light) or smearing (vertical stripes above and below the strong light).

  • Page 13: Names Of Components

    Names of Components (1) Enclosure (9) Focus lever (11) Zoom lever (2) Mounting bracket (accessory) (6) Tilting lock screw (7)Tilt adjustment seat (3) Network cable (4) Alarm I/O cable (5) Power cable (8) Panning table (10) Panning lock screw (19) Monitor output jack (12) Heater Unit connector (15) LED ON/OFF switch button (16) Access LED (ACT)
  • Page 14 Names of Components (continued) (1) Enclosure (2) Mounting bracket (accessory) (3) Network cable (4) Alarm I/O cable (5) Power cable (6) Tilting lock screw Fixes the tilt position after adjusting. (7) Tilt adjustment seat Adjusts the screen tilt. (8) Panning table Adjusts the horizontal angle of the camera.

  • Page 15: Functions

    Functions Super Dynamic III (SUPER-D III) When there is wide variation between the illumination of light and dark areas of the location being monitored, the camera adjusts the lens iris in accordance with the bright areas. This causes loss of detail in dark areas. Conversely, adjusting lens brightness for the dark areas causes brighter areas to become washed out.

  • Page 16: Progressive Output

    Images can also be backed up when a network failure occurs. Note • This operation has already been confirmed on the following SD memory cards: Panasonic SD memory cards (64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB) SDHC memory card is not supported. Progressive output...

  • Page 17: Special Power Supply And Cable Installation Not Required (Power Over Ethernet)

    Special Power Supply and Cable Installation Not Required (Power over Ethernet) Power can be supplied to the camera and images transmitted on a single LAN cable by connecting to PoE-compatible network devices. Special installation of a power supply for the camera and video cables is not required.

  • Page 18: Installation And Connections

    Installation and Connections Installation Precautions The following describes how to install the camera. Before you install and connect the camera, check and prepare the required peripheral devices and cables. Before you connect the camera, turn off all devices to be connected, such as this camera and PC.
  • Page 19 About Static Electricity Removal Before installing the camera, touch a metal case or other metallic parts with your hand to remove static electricity from your body. Do not install in areas subjected to high amounts of humidity or dust. Doing so may cause internal components to damage more easily or malfunction.

  • Page 20: Before Starting Installation

    Before Starting Installation The following procedures are for installing the camera on walls and ceilings. Important • The type of screws for the installation depend on the material at the location in which you will install the bracket (included). However, do not use wood screws or nails. Metal material: Use M6 or M5 bolts and nuts for mounting.

  • Page 21: Installing The Camera

    Installing the Camera Install the mounting bracket. Fix the mounting bracket directly into the ceiling or wall or into the imbedded box using the four screws prepared in advance. (Note that screws for installation are not provided.) When using the imbedded box, we recommend using two boxes in a row as shown in the figure below on the right.
  • Page 22 Installing the Camera (continued) Unscrew the transportation screw. Connect the power cable and the video output cable. See "Waterproofing Cable Joints" on page 26. Transportation screw Imbedded box for camera installation Imbedded box for connecting cables...
  • Page 23 Install the camera on the mounting bracket. Fix the camera onto the mounting bracket using the four screws (provided). During installation, align the protrud- ing part on the mounting bracket and the indented part on the camera to fix the position of the camera. Make sure to tighten the screws used for mounting the camera.
  • Page 24 Installing the Camera (continued) Adjust the camera angle while monitoring the image on the adjustment monitor. See "Adjusting the Camera" on page 28. Install the enclosure. Tighten the screws unscrewed at step 3 using the driver bit (provided). Align the ▲ mark on the side of the enclosure with the line on the side of the bracket.

  • Page 25: Connecting The Cables

    Connecting the Cables Network cable Power cord (24 V AC/12 V DC) Power cable 24 V AC Brown (Live) Live Blue (Neutral) Neutral Green/yellow (GND) Connect to ground. RJ-45 female/female conversion connector (included) Alarm I/O cable 12 V DC Plus Minus 4P alarm cable (included)
  • Page 26 Connecting the Cables (continued) Waterproofing Cable Joints Waterproof the cable to install the camera using exposed wiring, or when installing the camera under eaves. Though the camera body is waterproof, the cable ends are not waterproofed. Follow the procedure below to waterproof the power cables (including Alarm I/O cable) and LAN cable connections using butyl rubber tape (provided).
  • Page 27 Important • When wiring the cable by exposed wiring, be sure to use a sleeve to prevent the cable from being exposed to the direct sunlight. • Install the camera so that the cable is at the bottom side of the camera. Draw out the cable to the side of the mounting fixture, set it facing down, and then wire it facing up.

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Camera

    Adjusting the Camera Adjust the camera angle while monitoring the image on the adjustment monitor. Connect the adjustment monitor (small LCD monitor, etc.) to the monitor output terminal, and adjust the camera angle. Determine and set the camera angle while repeating the fine-adjustments in steps (1), (2) and (3) below.
  • Page 29 Adjust the focus. Adjust the focus at the same time as pan and tilt adjustment. Repeat steps (1) and (2) to adjust the focus. (1) Loosen the zoom lock lever, move the lens to the appropriate view angle between TELE and WIDE, and tighten the lever.
  • Page 30 Adjusting the Camera (continued) Note • How to Change the View Angle To change the view angle, turn the zoom lock lever and focus lock lever to adjust the focus. • How to Focus (capturing subjects with a self-closing lens) When the focus has been adjusted with the iris closed (to capture a bright subject), the subject may be out-of-focus when the iris is opened.
  • Page 31 Alarm In/Out Ratings Terminal Name ALARM IN 5 V DC pull-up built in Short-circuit with GND (necessary drive current is 1 mA or greater) Open or 4 V DC to 5 V ALARM OUT Open collector output (internal pull- up/maximum drive current 50 mA), latch/pulse OPEN 4 V DC to 5 V...

  • Page 32: Handling Sd Memory Cards

    Handling SD Memory Cards Insertion and Removal of SD Memory Cards To insert or remove an SD memory card, the dome cover must be removed. (→ page 21) Important • Before inserting an SD memory card, turn the camera off. Insert the SD memory card into the SD memory card slot.

  • Page 33: Heater Unit

    Heater Unit When the heater unit (sold separately) is used, the camera can be used outdoors in low- temperature environments down to -30ºC (-22ºF). The heater automatically turns on when the temperature inside the camera falls below about 10ºC (50ºF), and turns off when the temperature inside rises.

  • Page 34: Connection Examples

    Connection Examples Direct connection to a PC When connecting the camera directly to a PC, use the Ethernet cable (Category 5, cross cable). Network connection via a PoE-compatible hub When connecting the camera to a network via a PoE-compatible hub, use the Ethernet cable (Category 5, straight cable).

  • Page 35: Network Setup

    Using the Panasonic IP Setup Software to Set Up the Camera Use the Panasonic IP Setup Software provided (from here on, IP setup software) to make network settings on the camera. When two or more cameras are used, network settings must be made on each camera.
  • Page 36 Network Setup (continued) Launch the IP setup software. Click the MAC address/IP address of the camera to set up, and click the [IP setting] button. Note • When a DHCP server is in use, you can check the IP address assigned to the camera by clicking the [Refresh] button in the IP setup software.

  • Page 37: Monitor Images On A Pc

    Monitor Images on a PC The following describes how to monitor images from the camera on a PC. The following shows the functions of the buttons on the "Live" page. Item [Camera title] [Setup] button [Live] button [Multi-screen] buttons [Image type] [MPEG-4] button [JPEG] button (10)
  • Page 38 Monitor Images on a PC (continued) Item [Image capture size] [VGA] button [QVGA] button [ZOOM] [X1] button [X2] button [X4] button [Brightness] [-] button [0] button [+] button [OPEN] button [CLOSE] button (10) [Alarm occurrence indication] button (11) [Full screen] button Description Click these buttons to set the resolution of the main area to VGA or QVGA.
  • Page 39 Item (12) [One shot] button (13) Main area *1 Only operable by users whose access level is "1. Administrator" *2 Only operable by users whose access level is "1. Administrator" or "2. Camera control" when "ON" is selected for "User authentication" or "Host authentication." For further information about the access level, refer to Setup Manual.

  • Page 40: Monitor Images From A Single Camera

    • Web browser screen • "Live" page Launch the web browser on the PC. Enter the IP address designated using the Panasonic IP setup software (→ page 35) in the address box of the browser. (Example: http://192.168.0.10) Press the [Enter] key.

  • Page 41: Monitor Images From Multiple Cameras

    Note • When the HTTP port number has been changed from "80", enter "http://IP address of the camera:port number". • When the DDNS function has been set to "ON", enter "http://host name registered to DDNS server.nmdns.net/". • When this camera is to be used in a local area network, configure the web browser to bypass the proxy server for the local address.
  • Page 42 Monitor Images on a PC (continued) • Multi-screen window To display images on a single screen, click the [Live] button. Click a camera title. Live images from the camera corresponding to the clicked camera title will be displayed on the "Live" page of the newly opened window.

  • Page 43: Action At An Alarm Occurrence

    Command alarm : Alarm action will be performed when a Panasonic alarm notice is received from a connected device via the network. Action at an alarm occurrence •...
  • Page 44 Action at an alarm occurrence (continued) Important • When "Polling(30 sec)" is selected for "Alarm status update mode", the alarm occurrence indication button will be refreshed in 30-second intervals. For this reason, it may take a maximum of 30 seconds until the alarm occurrence indication button is displayed on the "Live"...

  • Page 45: Viewing Help

    Viewing Help If you want to know anything about operation or setup methods on screen, display the "Help" screen. Displaying the Help screen • Setup screen • Help screen Click the desired item to display a detailed explanation for the corresponding operation.

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before requesting service, check the following items. Also, check the description in the Operating Instructions, Setup Manual. Contact your dealer if a problem cannot be solved even after checking and trying the solution or if a problem is not described below. Symptoms Camera does not turn on.

  • Page 47: Specifications

    Specifications • General Power supply Power consumption Ambient operating tempera- ture Ambient operating humidity Water Resistance Monitor output External I/O terminals Dimensions Weight Finish • Camera Pick-up device Effective Pixels Scanning Area Scanning Minimum Illumination (SENSE UP: OFF, AGC: HIGH, F1.4, WIDE) Dynamic range Gain 24 V AC, 60 Hz, 12 V DC, PoE (IEEE802.3af-compliant)
  • Page 48 Specifications (continued) Shutter speed Electronic sensitivity enhancement White balance Digital noise reduction Electronic zoom Camera title VMD alarm Scene change detection alarm Privacy zone • Lens Type Focal length F number Focus range Angle of view Adjusting angle • Network Network Image resolution Image...

  • Page 49: Accessories

    Label (MAC address)....1 pc. Mounting Bracket ....1 pc. * The CD-ROM contains the Panasonic IP Setup Software, viewer software "Network Camera View3", and the Operating Manual/Setup Manual (PDF).
  • Page 50 Panasonic System Solutions Company, Unit Company of Panasonic Corporation of North America Security Systems www.panasonic.com/security For customer support, call 1.877.733.3689 Executive Office: Three Panasonic Way 2H-2, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Zone Office Eastern: Three Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Central: 1707 N.

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