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Panasonic KX-HCM250 Operating Instructions Manual

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Network Camera

Operating Instructions

KX-HCM250
Model No.
Please read this manual before using and save this manual for future reference.
Panasonic Network Camera Site: http://www.panasonic.com/netcam
for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico

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  • Page 1: Network Camera

    Network Camera Operating Instructions KX-HCM250 Model No. Please read this manual before using and save this manual for future reference. Panasonic Network Camera Site: http://www.panasonic.com/netcam for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico...
  • Page 2 Operating Instructions Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Network Camera. Check the following items when unpacking. Network Camera — 1 pc. Operating Instructions — 1 pc. Getting Started — 1 pc. AC Adaptor — 1 pc. Flexible Stand — 1 pc.
  • Page 3 Operating Instructions Trademarks • Netscape and Netscape Navigator are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Netscape Communications Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. • Adobe and Acrobat are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. •...
  • Page 4 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 taking away the dust on the Fixed Focus Lens, wipe the Fixed Focus Lens with lens cleaning paper.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Operating Instructions Table of Contents 1 Product Introduction............7 1.1 Getting to Know Network Camera ............ 8 1.1.1 Main Features ..................... 8 1.1.2 System Requirements ................10 1.1.3 Authentication—System Security Feature ..........11 1.2 Included Accessories..............12 1.3 Camera Feature Locations ............. 14 1.3.1 Front View....................
  • Page 6 Operating Instructions 3.5.3 Name/Time....................62 3.5.4 Security: Administrator ................64 3.5.5 Security: General User................66 3.5.6 Top View Image..................68 3.5.7 Image Transfer ..................70 3.5.8 Camera Setup ...................82 3.5.9 Multi-Camera.....................85 3.5.10 External Output Control................87 3.5.11 Indicator Control ..................88 3.5.12 Status ......................89 3.5.13 Restart.....................90 3.5.14 Update Firmware..................91 3.5.15 Reset to Factory Default................94 4 Technical Guides ............

  • Page 7: Product Introduction

    Operating Instructions Section 1 Product Introduction [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033]...

  • Page 8: Getting To Know Network Camera

    Operating Instructions 1.1 Getting to Know Network Camera 1.1.1 Main Features Wireless Communication Network Camera corresponds to the wireless system based on IEEE 802.11b. Wireless installation will play an increasing role in flexible mounting. Communication via Ethernet (10Base-T) cable is also available. ®...
  • Page 9 Operating Instructions Multi Client Access Network Camera allows up to 30 users to view Motion JPEG image simultaneously. Users can access the Top View Image screen (Single Camera/ Multi-Camera screen) from their own locations. Note that as the number of users simultaneously connected to Network Camera increases, the overall motion performance will decrease.

  • Page 10: System Requirements

    Network Camera image is not displayed correctly in the Netscape v6.x. ® Use Netscape Navigator v4.7x. Refer to Panasonic Network Camera Site http://www.panasonic.com/netcam for the latest information on web browser. Note Pentium II 300 MHz or greater CPU is recommended to prevent performance ®...

  • Page 11: Authentication-System Security Feature

    Operating Instructions 1.1.3 Authentication—System Security Feature Authentication window requires you to enter the administrator/general user ID and password for security. Password security can prevent unregistered users/ intruders from accessing your image from their web browsers. Authentication windows are not displayed in the default. Refer to page 64 for setting up Authentication window, the administrator ID and the password.

  • Page 12: Included Accessories

    Operating Instructions 1.2 Included Accessories The following items are provided with Network Camera. Additional pieces can be ordered by calling 1-800-332-5368. AC Adaptor — 1 pc. Flexible Stand — 1 pc. Order No. PSLP1233Z Order No. PSKL1020X Setup CD-ROM — 1 pc. Screws for Flexible Stand Order No.
  • Page 13 Operating Instructions Setup CD-ROM The setup program simplifies Network Camera installation. Adobe Acrobat ® ® Reader 4.05 or later enables you to see the Operating Instructions on the Setup CD-ROM. If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on the PC, double-click "ar405eng.exe".

  • Page 14: Camera Feature Locations

    Operating Instructions 1.3 Camera Feature Locations 1.3.1 Front View Antenna Indicator (Refer to page 88 for the setup.) Fixed Focus Lens 1 m (40 inches)—Infinity Pan: - 60° to + 60° Tilt: 0° to - 45° The field of view in Pan/Tilt ranges horizontally about 165°...

  • Page 15: Rear View

    Operating Instructions Fixed Focus Lens and Pan/Tilt operation Fixed Focus Lens can move in the Pan/Tilt operation. Operation Bar on the Single Camera screen can operate the Pan/Tilt. The Pan/Tilt moves the lens 120° horizontally and 45° vertically. Refer to page 46 for the operation bar. Notes •...

  • Page 16: Network Camera Setup

    Operating Instructions Section 2 Network Camera Setup...

  • Page 17: Installation Procedure

    Operating Instructions 2.1 Installation Procedure Select the Network Camera configuration type. (Page 18—Page 19) Connect Network Camera for installation. (Page 20) Prepare the network parameters for Network Camera. (Page 21—Page 22) Check the proxy server setting. (Page 26—Page 27) Set up Network Camera with Setup CD-ROM. (Page 28—Page 31) Setting up wireless network parameters.

  • Page 18: Network Camera Configuration Type

    Operating Instructions 2.2 Network Camera Configuration Type Network Camera can be connected over the LAN/Intranet and the Internet. Select from the four Network Camera configuration types. Network parameters differ depending on the Network Camera configuration type. [Type 1]—LAN/Intranet Connection with an Ethernet Switching Hub Network Camera can be installed on the LAN/Intranet.
  • Page 19 Operating Instructions [Type 3]—Internet Direct Connection with a Modem Network Camera can be installed alone without PC on the network. When you set up Network Camera in [Type 3], connect Network Camera temporarily in [Type 1], [Type 2] or [Type 4]. Modem Internet Note...

  • Page 20: How To Turn On Network Camera For Installation

    AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device, so ensure that the power outlet is located/installed near the equipment and is easily accessible. • Use only the specified Panasonic AC adaptor PSLP1233 (Order No. PSLP1233Z). • When you set up Network Camera in [Type 3], connect it temporarily in [Type 1], [Type 2] or [Type 4].

  • Page 21: Network Parameters

    Operating Instructions 2.4 Network Parameters 2.4.1 Preparing the Network Parameters for Network Camera Before starting to set up the network parameters of Network Camera, make note of corresponding network parameters. [Type 1] Ask your network administrator for the network parameters. [Type 2] Refer to the broadband router’s manual for the network parameters.
  • Page 22 Operating Instructions Network Parameters Table Network Camera Configuration Type Parameters [Type 1] [Type 2] [Type 3] [Type 4] 80 (default) * 80 (default) 80 (default)* 80 (default) Port No. IP address Check [Static], Check [Static], Check [Static], 192.168.0.253 and set the and set the and set the (default)
  • Page 23 Operating Instructions How to refer the network parameters from the PC If you cannot get the network parameters, you can refer to the network parameters except for IP address from the PC on the same network in the following procedure. •...

  • Page 24: Setting Ip Address Of The Pc In [Type 4] Configuration Type

    Operating Instructions 2.4.2 Setting IP Address of the PC in [Type 4] Configuration Type Your PC needs to have a static private IP address to access Network Camera in [Type 4] configuration. Follow the steps below, appropriate for your operating system to open TCP/IP Properties window on the PC.
  • Page 25 Operating Instructions TCP IP Properties window appears. Set "192.168.0.250" in the IP address data field and "255.255.255.0" in the Subnet Mask data field. Click [OK]. Private IP address Private IP address is the network ID that is not used on the Internet. They are classified into Class A, Class B and Class C, as shown in the next table.

  • Page 26: Proxy Server Setting

    Operating Instructions 2.5 Proxy Server Setting A proxy server may prevent you from connecting directly to Network Camera in some corporate environments. The web browser can set up the IP address communication without using a proxy server. Consult your ISP or network administrator.
  • Page 27 Operating Instructions Enter the IP address of Network Camera assigned from your ISP or network administrator into the Do not use proxy server for addresses beginning with data field. Click [OK] on all of the opening windows. [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033]...

  • Page 28: Simple Installation Using The Setup Cd-Rom

    Operating Instructions 2.6 Simple Installation using the Setup CD-ROM After finishing cabling, turn on Network Camera and insert the Setup CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of the PC. Setup CD-ROM should start the application automatically. This program automatically finds Network Cameras on the network. Turn on Network Camera.
  • Page 29 Operating Instructions Click [Network Configuration]. Network Camera List window appears. Setup program finds all Network Cameras connected on your local network. It lists all of MAC addresses and IP addresses of Network Cameras. Network Cameras that are isolated by the use of a home gateway or broadband router will not be detected.
  • Page 30 Operating Instructions Select your target Network Camera from the list as shown in example (A) on Network Camera List window on page 29 and click [Select]. Configuration window appears. Refer to page 21 and page 22 and enter the correct network parameters.
  • Page 31 Operating Instructions Click [OK]. Refer to page 41 for Top Page. Refer to page 32 for Setup Page (Network Window) to set up wireless network parameters. Click [Top Page]. Top Page appears. Click the language to change the display. Notes •...

  • Page 32: Wireless Setup

    Operating Instructions 2.7 Wireless Setup To access Network window Enter "http://IP Address (or URL) :Port No./config.html" on the web browser and press [Enter]. Setup Page appears. Refer to page 54 for the detail of Setup Page. • When port number is 80 (default), you do not need to enter port number. Click [Network] on Setup Page.
  • Page 33 Operating Instructions Connection and Signal Strength status The intensity of the data communication and radio wave are shown in the levels of 18 asterisks. Install Network Camera in the highest level after confirming the data communication and signal strength status. At the lower levels, Network Camera may easily lose wireless communication.
  • Page 34 Operating Instructions Set the same Encryption (WEP) setting of the wireless router or the wireless LAN card. Encryption establish the security to prevent the unauthorized users to access the wireless data communication. The same encryption is required to all the wireless devices including wireless LAN cards and wireless router in the wireless network.
  • Page 35 Operating Instructions Authentication [Shared Key] (Default) and [Open System] are the encryption system. [Shared Key] is generally used on the wireless network. Some wireless routers of other manufacturers may employ [Open System] as the encryption system. Default Key Default Key (40 bit only) is the pattern number to use one of four patterns of 40 bit cipher.
  • Page 36 Operating Instructions Start up the web browser. Enter "http://IP address (or URL):Port No." in the address field and press [Enter]. Top Page appears. (Default IP address is 192.168.0.253) • When port number is 80 (default), you do not need to enter port number. Click the language to change the display.

  • Page 37: Network Camera Access From The Internet

    Operating Instructions 2.8 Network Camera Access from the Internet [Type 2] and [Type 3] of the Network Camera configuration type allow Network Camera to be accessed from the Internet. Port Forwarding (IP Masquerade) feature Set up the Port Forwarding feature to the broadband router if the [Type 2]— Internet Connection with the Broadband Router on page 18 is configured.
  • Page 38 Operating Instructions Top Page Click the language to change the display. Refer to page 41 for Top Page. Note When viewing images for the first time in the Internet Explorer, a pop-up Security Warning window may appear. The window requests your permission to download ActiveX Controls (OCX file) used to display Motion JPEG.

  • Page 39: Network Camera Screen And Setup Window

    Operating Instructions Section 3 Network Camera Screen and Setup Window [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033]...

  • Page 40: Network Camera Flow Chart

    Operating Instructions 3.1 Network Camera Flow Chart Top Page enables you to access Top View Image screen (Single Camera/Multi- Camera screen). Authentication window can set password for the link at (A). Enter "http://IP Address (or URL):Port No." on the web browser. When port number is 80 (default), you do not need to enter port number.

  • Page 41: Top Page

    Operating Instructions 3.2 Top Page Top Page allows you to select the Single/Multi-Camera screen in Motion JPEG or JPEG - Regularly Refresh. Motion JPEG enables you to view the image like a motion video, and JPEG - Regularly Refresh can be set the refresh interval. Enter "http://IP Address (or URL):Port No."...
  • Page 42 Operating Instructions Notes • If a port number is specified in the IP address, "http://" must precede the IP address, otherwise the port number will not be recognized. • When viewing images for the first time in the Internet Explorer, a pop- up Security Warning window may appear.
  • Page 43 Operating Instructions ActiveX Controls When viewing images for the first time in the Internet Explorer, a pop-up Security Warning window may appear. The window requests your permission to download ActiveX Controls (OCX file) used to display Motion JPEG. Allow the file to be installed.

  • Page 44: Single Camera Screen

    Operating Instructions 3.3 Single Camera Screen Single Camera can move the lens by the Pan/Tilt operation, Preset Positioning and Click to Center. Single Camera screen can be set eight preset positions. [Viewer] links to the Buffered Image screen. Image field (Displaying of Single Camera image) Operation bar Notes...
  • Page 45 Operating Instructions Click to Center When you click the certain point on the Single Camera screen, the point is centered on the image. Put the cursor on the point which should be centered and click it. Cursor The clicked point is centered. Note Click to Center does not move over the end of corner when the Pan/Tilt range reaches the end.

  • Page 46: Using Operation Bar

    Operating Instructions 3.3.1 Using Operation Bar Operation bar controls the general use of Network Camera. The following sections describe the general way of using it. End Display: When Pan/Tilt operation has reached the end of corner, Left End, Right End, Up End or Down End appears.

  • Page 47: Using Pan/Tilt Operation

    Operating Instructions 3.3.2 Using Pan/Tilt Operation Pan/Tilt scan buttons automatically move the lens horizontally from -60° to +60° and vertically from 0° to -45°, and the lens returns to the current position. Use Click to Center feature to stop scanning. Each surrounding arrow of Pan/Tilt moves the lens Up, Down, Right, Left, and the home position button moves it to Home Position.

  • Page 48: Setting Preset Positioning And Home Positioning

    Operating Instructions 3.3.3 Setting Preset Positioning and Home Positioning Preset positioning and Home Positioning allow you to fix the lens on a specific point. This feature can memorize Brightness and White Balance settings. The preset buttons (1—4) are registered in the factory default. (1: Upper Left, 2: Upper Right, 3: Lower Left, 4: Lower Right) All eight preset buttons and home position button can be overridden.
  • Page 49 Operating Instructions Deleting the preset buttons 1) Click [Program]. Red cancel button appears. • [Cancel] links to the Single Camera screen without deleting. 2) Select the preset number to delete. 3) Click [Delete]. • [Cancel] links to the Single Camera screen without deleting.

  • Page 50: Viewing Buffered Image Screen

    Operating Instructions 3.3.4 Viewing Buffered Image Screen Buffered Image screen can be viewed by clicking [Viewer] on the operation bar. Buffered Image is saved in the internal memory of Network Camera by clicking [Start Capture]. Alarm/Timer mode in the Image Transfer on page 70 can also buffer the image.
  • Page 51 Operating Instructions [Start Capture] : [Start Capture] saves the individual images to the internal memory. Network traffic, PC performance, image quality and image resolution influence [Play] mode time and the refresh interval of the image. The resolution is the same as the current image settings. At a resolution of 320 x 240 in standard, Network Camera stores approximately 560 frames.

  • Page 52: Multi-Camera Screen

    Max. Bandwidth Usage on Network window on page 58. Refer to page 122 for other solutions. • Multi-Camera screen can also display the images of Panasonic Network Cameras (KX-HCM series).

  • Page 53: Setup Page

    Operating Instructions 3.5 Setup Page Setup Page controls all features of Network Camera. Authentication window protects the Network Camera security. It enables only administrator to access Setup Page by entering ID and Password. Enter "http://IP Address (or URL) :Port No./config.html" on the web browser and press [Enter].
  • Page 54 Operating Instructions Setup Page Version number (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) Note Firmware Version number indicated on Setup Page is important for your future support of Network Camera.
  • Page 55 Operating Instructions Item Description (1) Go to Top Page Links to Top Page. You can access Single/Multi- Camera screen in Motion JPEG/JPEG - Regularly Refresh. Refer to page 57. (2) Network Configures the network setting (Static/DHCP, Default Gateway, Port Number, DNS, DDNS and Bandwidth).
  • Page 56 Operating Instructions Item Description (10) External Output Sets the External Device Control Output setting to Control attach external sensors/devices. (Open or Short to GND) Refer to page 87 and page 102. (11) Indicator Control Sets Indicator operation. Indicator will be turned on in the default.

  • Page 57: Go To Top Page

    Operating Instructions 3.5.1 Go to Top Page Click [Go to Top Page] on Setup Page. You can access the Single Camera and Multi-Camera screen in Motion JPEG/JPEG-Regularly Refresh. Click the language to change the display. [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033]...

  • Page 58: Network

    Operating Instructions 3.5.2 Network Network window configures network parameters. Restart Network Camera to make the parameters effective. • You can set disable Configuration window from the Setup CD-ROM for the security by clearing the check. Click [Network] on Setup Page. Refer to page 32 for wireless network parameters.
  • Page 59 Operating Instructions Enter each parameter in the proper data field. Click [Save] when finished. • Click [Cancel] to quit the current settings. The window returns to Setup Page without saving the parameters. Click [Restart Now!] to restart to make the changed parameters effective. Instructions for the data fields Port No.
  • Page 60 Operating Instructions Instructions for the data fields Static • Check [Static], when having specified IP address assigned to Network Camera from your ISP or • IP Address administrator. Enter the specified IP address and Subnet • Subnet Mask Mask. • If you use Network Camera on the LAN, set up in the same class as your PC is in.
  • Page 61 Operating Instructions Instructions for the data fields DDNS • If your ISP specified IP address of Cable/xDSL modem is not static, you need to contract to DDNS (Dynamic • Your E-mail Domain Name System) service. Address Check DDNS Enable, enter Your E-Mail Address and •...

  • Page 62: Name/Time

    Operating Instructions 3.5.3 Name/Time Name/Time window is used to assign a name to each Network Camera. Date and Time entered on Name/Time window are used for the Alarm/Timer mode in the Image Transfer feature and on the Buffered Image screen. NTP automatically adjusts the internal clock of Network Camera.
  • Page 63 Operating Instructions Instructions for the data fields Date and • Time stamp on the Buffered Image screen can be Time changed [AM/PM] or [24H]. • Only 24 h time mode is used in the Alarm/Timer mode in the Image Transfer feature. Auto NTP (Network Time Protocol) Server synchronizes Network Adjustment...

  • Page 64: Security: Administrator

    Operating Instructions 3.5.4 Security: Administrator Security: Administrator window allows the administrator to limit or exclude access to the selected Network Camera. Individual levels of access can be defined for multiple users. Notes • If Network Camera is to be accessed via the Internet, use authentication window for security.
  • Page 65 Operating Instructions Instructions for the data fields Authentication Authentication window can be set in the three patterns. Enable None: No authentication window appears. Anyone can access all screens (Single Camera/Multi-Camera screen) and pages (Top Page and Setup Page). Administrator only: Authentication window appears when accessing Setup Page.

  • Page 66: Security: General User

    Operating Instructions 3.5.5 Security: General User Security: General User window allows the administrator to create the general user ID and password for the security level defined as general user. Up to 30 individual user names can be defined. The various security levels are explained on page 65.
  • Page 67 Operating Instructions Instructions for the data fields General User The General User can be up to 30. Each of them can Authentication have their own ID and password. (1) User ID List • User ID List displays the registered user name. •...

  • Page 68: Top View Image

    Operating Instructions 3.5.6 Top View Image Top View Image Setting window can change settings for Top Page, Single Camera and Multi-Camera screen such as the initial language, the image resolution, image quality, refresh interval as the initial setting, Limit time of Continuous Motion JPEG and On the Air time.
  • Page 69 Operating Instructions Instructions for the data fields Top Page • Top Page title can be changed. Enter the new title. • Refer to unavailable character set 1 on page 104 but [space] is available. • Refer to displayable character set on page 105. •...

  • Page 70: Image Transfer

    Operating Instructions 3.5.7 Image Transfer Image Transfer window can set the Image Transfer feature. Network Camera can buffer images and send the images via e-mail or FTP. The request to send the image is initiated by a contact closure from the external sensors/devices connected to the External I/O using the Alarm mode.
  • Page 71 Operating Instructions Non Transfer mode Non Transfer mode enables [Start Capture] on the operation bar to buffer the image on the Single Camera screen. Refer to page 50. Capture Control can lock [Start Capture] on the operation bar to prevent the user from capturing the Buffered Image.
  • Page 72 Operating Instructions Transfer in the Alarm Mode The Alarm mode can transfer an image via e-mail or FTP when the alarm trigger is active. To activate the alarm trigger, the External Sensor Input of External I/O must be connected with the external sensors/devices. The Alarm mode can send the e-mail without transferring the image.
  • Page 73 Operating Instructions Instructions for the data fields External Sensor Input of External I/O activates the alarm trigger. Refer to page 102. Active Time of Trigger The active trigger time can be set in the primary time and the secondary time. The secondary time is the supplement of the primary time.
  • Page 74 Operating Instructions Selects Transfer Method. Non Transfer without Memory Over Write: Image buffering will stop when the internal memory is full. Non Transfer with Memory Over Write: Buffered image will overwrite the older image data when the internal memory is full. FTP: Enters the server address* or Host Name* , Port Number (1—...
  • Page 75 Operating Instructions Over write setting: Selects [Over Write...] to overwrite the transferred image or [Add time...] to save each transferred image. Data transfer method: Use [Passive Mode] normally. If FTP does not work properly, ask your ISP or network administrator about the transferring mode of FTP server.
  • Page 76 Operating Instructions Setting Example...
  • Page 77 Setting of FTP server: IP Address — 192.168.0.20 Port No. — 21 Login ID — Panasonic Password — ******** Login timing: Every Time Upload File name — NetworkCamera File name and time stamp is named to the file.
  • Page 78 Operating Instructions Transfer in the Timer Mode The timer mode can be activated by entering the active time, the image setting, frequency setting and the transfer method on Image Transfer window. Buffered Image can also be transferred via e-mail or FTP. The timer mode uses the Network Camera internal clock.
  • Page 79 Operating Instructions Instructions for the data fields Buffers or transfers by the timer trigger. Active Time of Trigger Always: always activates the timer trigger. The timer trigger interval can be set in e. Image Buffer Frequency Setting. Operational between: Sets the start and stop time of the primary time. The day of the week can be set by checking.
  • Page 80 Operating Instructions Selects Transfer Method. Non Transfer without Memory Over Write: Image buffering will stop when the internal memory is full. Non Transfer with Memory Over Write: Buffered image will overwrite the older image data when the internal memory is full. [Primary] or [Secondary] on the operation bar can be displayed to view the Buffered Image screen in Non Transfer setting.
  • Page 81 Operating Instructions Over write setting: Selects [Over Write...] to overwrite the transferred image or [Add time...] to save each transferred image. Data transfer method: Use [Passive Mode] normally. If FTP does not work properly, ask your ISP or network administrator about the transferring mode of FTP server.

  • Page 82: Camera Setup

    Operating Instructions 3.5.8 Camera Setup Camera Setup window sets White Balance and Power Line Frequency. You can lock the Brightness, Pan/Tilt/Preset and Preset Program features. You can also select the Pan Range and Tilt Range. Click [Camera Setup] on Setup Page. Select the each parameter in the proper data field.
  • Page 83 Operating Instructions Instructions for the data fields White Balance Notes • The wrong White Balance setting will cause Network Camera to display colors improperly. In most cases Auto is suggested. • White Balance is also registered in preset programming. Power Line It can select Flicker Correction by power line frequency.
  • Page 84 Operating Instructions Specifying the Pan/Tilt range Start up the web browser and access the Single Camera screen. Start up another web browser and access Camera Setup window. Align the Single Camera screen and Camera Setup window from side to side. Adjust the Pan operation on the Single Camera screen and select [Current] in the minimum value data field of the Pan range on Camera Setup window.

  • Page 85: Multi-Camera

    Operating Instructions 3.5.9 Multi-Camera Multi-Camera window enables the setting of Multi-Camera screen. Camera Name and IP address of each Network Camera must be entered to view the Multi- Camera screen. Registering IP addresses of the other Network Camera enables you to view on the Multi-Camera screen. Clicking Camera Name of Network Camera on the Multi-Camera screen accesses the Single Camera screen to control the image.
  • Page 86 Operating Instructions Select/Enter the each parameter. Click [Save] when finished. • Click [Cancel] to quit the current settings. The window returns to Setup Page without saving the parameters. Instructions for the data fields Enable check box The checked camera image can be seen on the Multi- Camera screen.

  • Page 87: External Output Control

    Operating Instructions 3.5.10 External Output Control External Output Control window enables the External Device Control Output signal to activate the external sensors/devices. (Open or Short to GND) The network administrator should set up this setting. Note Refer to page 102 for Interfacing to the External I/O. Click [External Output Control] on Setup Page.

  • Page 88: Indicator Control

    Operating Instructions 3.5.11 Indicator Control Indicator Control window allows you to select Indicator operation. Indicator operation has three patterns. • Always on • Turns on when accessing Network Camera • Always off Notes • Indicator can be controlled in case the administrator does not want to draw attention to Network Camera.

  • Page 89: Status

    Operating Instructions 3.5.12 Status Status window displays general information about Network Camera. Note When some trouble occurs, the information is useful. [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033]...

  • Page 90: Restart

    Operating Instructions 3.5.13 Restart Restart window restarts Network Camera with the parameters saved. Restarting is required when the network parameters are changed. Click [Restart] on Setup Page. Click [Restart Now!]. • Click [Cancel] to quit. The window returns to Setup Page.

  • Page 91: Update Firmware

    10. In those cases, Update Firmware would be available from the Network Camera Technical Support Site at http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/en/. Check the current firmware version on Setup Page on page 54. Notes •...
  • Page 92 Operating Instructions Click [Update Firmware] on Setup Page. Click [Update Firmware]. Wait about one minute. Note If you click [Update Firmware], operation cannot be canceled. If canceled, refer to page 120.
  • Page 93 Operating Instructions Click [Browse...] to select the firmware from the file selector. • A Dialog box appears to choose the file. Select a desired Firmware file (including the path information) and click [Open]. Make sure the desired firmware file name is selected correctly, and click [Update Firmware].

  • Page 94: Reset To Factory Default

    Operating Instructions 3.5.15 Reset to Factory Default Reset to Factory Default window initializes all the parameters including the ID, Password, IP address and Subnet Mask except Date and Time setting to the factory default. Reconfirm the settings before doing the Reset to Factory Default operation.

  • Page 95: Technical Guides

    Operating Instructions Section 4 Technical Guides [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033]...

  • Page 96: Network Camera Installation

    Operating Instructions 4.1 Network Camera Installation High performance for wireless communication Radio waves from the antenna of Network Camera transmit images. The performance of wireless communication will change under the condition where you install Network Camera and wireless router. Wireless window on page 32 displays the data communication and signal strength status of the wireless network.

  • Page 97: Network Camera Mounting

    Operating Instructions 4.1.1 Network Camera Mounting Four mounting methods are shown in the following figures. Confirm that the AC adaptor cord is threaded through the hook, and the direction of the top and bottom of Network Camera before mounting. Ask the authorized dealer for the mounting. Check wireless communication status on Wireless window on page 32 before mounting Network Camera.
  • Page 98 Operating Instructions Notes • Network Camera is intended for indoor use only. Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or halogen light may damage the CMOS sensor. • Make sure the Indicator is always in the upper right corner when you mount. Flexible Stand Mounting bottom bottom...
  • Page 99 Operating Instructions Flexible Stand Mounting 1) Attach Network Camera by screwing the threaded mount into the tripod mounting hole. 2) Turn the grip to fix the Flexible Stand firmly. Tripod mounting hole Tripod Mounting Attach Network Camera to the tripod by using the tripod bolt. Tripod mounting hole...
  • Page 100 Operating Instructions Wall Mounting 1) Mount the Flexible Stand firmly to the wall or the beam using the three screws (accessories). Set the Flexible Stand 240 mm (9.5 inches) away from the ceiling. • Use proper screws fit for the material of the wall. 2) Attach Network Camera by screwing the threaded mount into the tripod mounting hole.
  • Page 101 Operating Instructions Ceiling Mounting 1) Mount the Flexible Stand firmly to the ceiling or the beam using the three screws (accessories). • Use proper screws fit for the materials of the ceiling. 2) Attach Network Camera by screwing the threaded mount into the tripod mounting hole.

  • Page 102: Interfacing To The External I/O

    Operating Instructions 4.2 Interfacing to the External I/O The Alarm mode in the Image Transfer feature requires the external sensors/ devices to be connected to the External Sensor Input of the External I/O. Certain features of this Network Camera can be activated by an external sensor that senses physical changes in the area Network Camera is monitoring.
  • Page 103 Operating Instructions Circuit Diagram Example Relay Light Network Camera Door Sensor 12 16 VDC CAUTION • THE EXTERNAL I/O IS NOT CAPABLE OF CONNECTING DIRECTLY TO DEVICES THAT REQUIRE LARGE AMOUNTS OF CURRENT. IN SOME CASES, A CUSTOM INTERFACE CIRCUIT (CUSTOMER PROVIDED) MAY HAVE TO BE USED.

  • Page 104: Ascii And Iso-8859-1 Character Table

    Operating Instructions 4.3 ASCII and ISO-8859-1 Character Table The characters of the ASCII character table are available for use in the various setup windows. IP addressing (Assignment of the IP address) Address consists of one to four numbers (0—255). By far most common form is four decimal numbers, (e.g., 192.168.0.253).
  • Page 105 Operating Instructions Displayable character set Network Camera can display ISO-8859-1 character set for West European languages and the Shift-JIS character set for Japanese. Network Camera screen may display the unreadable characters if the operating system or the entered character set is different from the language selected on Top View Image Setting window.

  • Page 106: Maintenance

    Operating Instructions 4.4 Maintenance To keep Network Camera functioning in good condition, maintenance plays an important part. Keep maintenance when using Network Camera. After removing dust from the Fixed Focus Lens, wipe the Fixed Focus Lens with lens cleaning paper. Fixed Focus Lens •...

  • Page 107: Specifications And Troubleshooting

    Operating Instructions Section 5 Specifications and Troubleshooting [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033]...

  • Page 108: Network Camera Reset Procedure-Default Settings

    Operating Instructions 5.1 Network Camera Reset Procedure—Default Settings If the user forgets settings or passwords, Network Camera can be easily reset to the default settings. The CLEAR SETTING button initializes all the parameters except Date and Time setting. With power on, press the CLEAR SETTING button for about one second. Indicator changes such as Orange blinking twice –>...

  • Page 109: Default Settings List

    Operating Instructions 5.2 Default Settings List [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033]...
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  • Page 115: Specifications

    Operating Instructions 5.3 Specifications Network Camera Specifications Item Description Pan/Tilt Angle Pan: -60° to +60°, Tilt: 0° to -45° Sensor Type 1/3 inch CMOS Number of Pixels 320,000 pixels (Effective Pixels) Illumination 10—10,000 lx White Balance Auto/Manual/Hold Adjustment Brightness, White balance Focus Fixed 1 m (40 inches)—Infinity Caliber Ratio (F No.) F1.8...
  • Page 116 Operating Instructions Item Description Image Transferring Condition Timer: Day of the Week/Hour/Minute/Second Alarm: External Sensor Input Image Transferring Method SMTP, FTP LAN Interface 10Base-T Ethernet RJ-45 connector x 1 Wireless LAN Interface Protocol: IEEE 802.11b Antenna: Diversity Antenna Frequency: 2400—2483.5 MHz (11 channels) Modulation: Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Media Access Protocol: CSMA/CA+ACK External I/O*...

  • Page 117: Troubleshooting

    Operating Instructions 5.4 Troubleshooting About Network Camera Setup Problem Cause and Remedy When Setup • Reconnect the AC adaptor if installation is not completed within CD-ROM 20 minutes. cannot find • Do not connect Network Camera over a broadband router. Network Setup program cannot detect Network Camera.
  • Page 118 Operating Instructions About Network Camera Setup Problem Cause and Remedy When Top Page • Enter the correct IP address in the web browser. does not • IP address and Subnet Mask of the PC and the Network appear. Camera must be in the same class of the private IP address on the LAN.
  • Page 119 Operating Instructions About Network Camera Setup Problem Cause and Remedy Green indicator Internal Failure of the server or the congestion on the network continues traffic when using DHCP may prevent Network Camera from blinking. getting the IP address. Ask the network administrator or your ISP. Orange Orange indicator blinks when updating firmware on page 91.
  • Page 120 Operating Instructions About Network Camera Setup Problem Cause and Remedy Update When Update Firmware is interrupted by power off, or for network Firmware has troubles and other problems, follow the procedure below. not finished. Turn on Network Camera and the PC. Enter the IP address on the web browser to access Network Camera.
  • Page 121 Operating Instructions About Top View Image screen Problem Cause and Remedy The Top View • If you are using Internet Explorer, the first time the PC Image screen connects to Network Camera, a pop-up Security Warning (Single Camera/ window will appear to download ActiveX Controls. When Multi-Camera) does using Windows NT, Windows 2000 or Windows XP, log on not appear.
  • Page 122 Operating Instructions About Top View Image screen Problem Cause and Remedy Image flickers. • If the object is dark, the image will flicker. Make the condition around Network Camera brighter. • Wrong power line frequency makes images flicker. Refer to page 82. Refresh interval is •...

  • Page 123: Confirmation Of Network Camera Operation

    Operating Instructions 5.5 Confirmation of Network Camera Operation This procedure checks the Network Camera operation. IP address of the PC has to be on the same network to be able to access Network Camera. If Top Page appears, Network Camera has no defect. Push the CLEAR SETTING button as illustrated on page 108.
  • Page 124 Operating Instructions Record the current TCP/IP properties of the PC. They are important in the later procedure to set the TCP/IP properties of the PC back. Enter "192.168.0.250" in the IP address field and "255.255.255.0" in the Subnet Mask field and click [OK]. (Windows 95, Windows 98 and Windows Me must restart to activate the entered TCP/IP properties.) •...

  • Page 125: Fcc And Other Information

    Routine care: Wipe the unit with a soft cloth. Do not use benzine, thinner, or any abrasive powder. When you leave the unit unused for a long period of time, unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet. If there is any trouble: Consult an authorized Panasonic Factory Service Center. [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033]...
  • Page 126 Operating Instructions CAUTION • To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements in uncontrolled environment: • This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and a minimum 20 cm (8 inches) spacing must be provided between antenna and all person's body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet) during wireless modes of operation.

  • Page 127: Glossary

    Operating Instructions 5.7 Glossary AdHoc AdHoc mode is a wireless network system in which devices communicate directly with each other, without the use of a wireless router. CSMA/CA Short for Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Avoidance. CSMA/CA is a network collision detection and resolution technique on a wireless network. DS-SS Short for Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum.
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  • Page 129: Index

    Operating Instructions Index...
  • Page 130 Operating Instructions Ethernet 10 Ethernet port 15, 20 AC adaptor 12, 20, 116 Ethernet switching hub 18 ActiveX Controls 43 External Device Control Output 87, 102 AdHoc mode 33, 127 External I/O 15, 102 Administrator 64 External Output Control 87 Alarm Mode 72 External sensor 102 Alarm trigger 72, 73...
  • Page 131 Operating Instructions Limit time of Continuous Motion JPEG 69 Screws 2, 12 Screws for Flexible Stand 100, 101 MAC address 15, 29 Secondary time 73, 79 Max. Bandwidth Usage 22, 61 Security 11, 40, 64, 66 Motion JPEG 42 Serial Number 15 Mounting 97 Setup CD-ROM 12, 13 MS-DOS Prompt 23...
  • Page 132 Symptom Send the unit to an authorized servicenter, prepaid and adequately insured. Do not send your unit to the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company listed below or to executive or regional sales offices. These locations do not repair consumer products. Operating Instructions are subject to change without notice.

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