Panasonic Iris Camera Bm Et500 Operating Instructions

Before attempting to connect or operate this product,
please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
Model No.BM-ET500
Iris Camera
Operating Instructions
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The serial number of this product may be found on the bot-
tom of the unit.
You should note the serial number of this unit in the space
provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your
purchase to aid identification in the event of theft.
Model No. BM-ET500
Serial No.
The lightning flash with arrowhead sym-
bol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the pres-
ence of uninsulated dangerous voltage
within the products enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to...

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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 manufacturers instructions.
8) Do not use near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or...

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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  ........................................................................................................................................ 3
PREFACE ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
FEATURES...

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PREFACE
FEATURES
Iris Camera BM-ET500 is designed for an iris physical
access system, which identifies the person with one’s iris
pattern.
•This system is composed of an iris camera, control unit,
and the administration PC (you need the optional soft-
ware BM-ES500). 
•Iris recognition technology is a way to identify a person
with iris patterns (an iris is the thin plate-shaped film in
front of the eyeball), which differ among each person.
When you look at the iris camera, the camera automati-
cally...

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PRECAUTIONS
•Refer all work related to the installation of this
product to qualified service personnel or system
installers.
Consult an expert on the load bearing capacity of the
installation surface and structure. If the surface is not
strong enough, the camera may fall down. Refer to the
product specifications for weights.
•Do not drop metallic parts through slots.
This could permanently damage the appliance. Turn
the power off immediately and contact qualified service
personnel for service.
•Do not...

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DOCUMENT CONVENTION
These operating instructions use the following convention when describing the use and operation of this system.
Unit:Panasonic Iris Camera BM-ET500
Control unit:Panasonic Control Unit BM-ED500 
Administration software:Panasonic Administration Software BM-ES500
Caution:Text with this appearance is a special instruction which you should heed for your safety.
Note:Text with this appearance is a special instruction, rule, or side comment related to the topic.  

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MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
qStatus Indicator
Shows the status of recognition or enrollment.
ACCEPT:Lights up when recognition has been suc-
cessfully executed. *
Or lights up when enrollment has been successfully
executed through iris image capturing.
REJECT:Lights up when recognition has not been suc-
cessfully executed.
Or lights up when enrollment has not been success-
fully executed through iris image capturing.
READY:Lights up when recognition/enrollment is avail-
able.
When this...

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INSTALLATIONS AND CONNECTIONS
WARNING
The installation described in these figures should be made
by qualified service personnel or trained system installers.
Cautions:
•This system must be installed within the protected
promise in accordance with the National Electrical
Code (NFPA70), and the local authorities having juris-
diction.
•Attach this unit to a flat wall with the supplied mounting
bracket. After the installation, secure the unit to prevent
dropping.
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4. Attach the unit to the mounting bracket.
5. Connect the coaxial cable to the unit. 
The unit is connected to the control unit (Camera 1 - 3).
6. When you use the built-in CCTV camera, connect the
supplied video output cable to VIDEO OUT. Then, con-
nect the supplied video output cable and the video
input cable of a connected device (for example, moni-
tor or DVR).7. Connect the DC power cable to the unit.
If you use power supply from the control unit to the unit,
connect the DC power cable to 0 V...