Panasonic Network Camera BB HCM331A Users Guide
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Installation/Troubleshooting 31[For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033] 1.11 Confirming the Camera Image 1.Start up the web browser on your PC. 2.Enter http://IPv4 Address (or URL):Port Number on the address bar, and press [Enter] on the keyboard. When port number is 80 (default), you do not need to enter port number. See page 42 of the Operating Instructions on the Setup CD-ROM for details about port number. For IPv6 connection, see page 14 and page 15 of the Operating Instructions on the Setup CD-ROM and prepare the requirements. Enter the http://(IPv6-registered URL):Port Number on the address bar. If the camera image is not displayed, see page 47. 3.The Enter Network Password window is displayed, and enter the user name and password that were set, and click [OK]. Note When [Permit access from guest users] is set on the Security: Administrator page, authentication window will not be displayed. 4.Click the following tabs to display each page. ATo Single Camera page (page 16 of Operating Instructions)BTo Multi-Camera page (page 30 of Operating Instructions) CTo Buffered Image page (page 32 of Operating Instructions)DTo Setup page (page 37 of Operating Instructions) ETo Maintenance page (page 109 of Operating Instructions)FTo Support page (page 117 of Operating Instructions) GTo log in to the camera (page 73 of Operating Instructions) ABCDEFG Select a language to display. Displays IPv4, IPv6 or IPsec connection.Version Number
Installation/Troubleshooting 32 Notes When users other than an administrator are accessing the camera, [Setup] and [Maintenance] tab will not be displayed. Additionally, When [Do not permit access from guest users] is set on the Security: Administrator page, [Login] tab will not be displayed. If [View Multi-Camera page] or [View Buffered Image page] is not permitted on the General User page, [Multi-Camera] or [Buffered Image] tab will not be displayed. 5.Click [Single] tab on the above. When Security Warning window is displayed, click [Yes]. (See page 33) Note For IPv6 connection, see page 14 and page 15 of the Operating Instructions on the Setup CD-ROM. 6.Close the web browser.Talk Button (see page 27 of the Operating Instructions) Capture Image Button (see page 20 of the Operating Instructions) Operation Bar (see page 21 of the Operating Instructions) Refresh Interval (see page 21 of the Operating Instructions)Listen Button and Adjustment Bar (see page 27 of the Operating Instructions) Click to Center (see page 19 of the Operating Instructions) Camera Image The banner is displayed. (see page 18 of the Operating Instructions)
Installation/Troubleshooting 33[For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033] Security Warning window To view a video (Motion JPEG) or to use audio feature, ActiveX® Controls must be installed. When trying to display a video for the first time, Security Warning window will be displayed. When using Windows 2000 or Windows XP, log in as an administrator to install it. If you cannot install ActiveX Controls or you cannot see the video in the Internet Explorer Click [Tools] [Internet Options] [Security] tab and click [Custom level] on the web browser. (1) Check Prompt in Download signed ActiveX Controls. (2) Check Enable in Run ActiveX Controls and plug-ins. ActiveX Controls can be installed from the file on the Setup CD-ROM. (1) Restart the PC. (2) Confirm that Internet Explorer is closed. (3) Double-clickocx\ActiveXInst.exe on the Setup CD-ROM. Notes Video may not be displayed quickly or audio may not be listened immediately. Wait for a while. If you use a proxy server, set the web browser not to access the proxy server (see page 136 of the Operating Instructions on the Setup CD-ROM). In some corporate network environments a firewall may be used for security purposes. It is possible that this may prevent motion video from being displayed. In this situation we suggest: Contact your network administrator. Try using regularly refreshed images.
Installation/Troubleshooting 34 1.12 Using the SD Memory Card The SD memory card (customer-provided) can store image data and replay them. Follow the instructions below to insert the SD memory card into the camera. 1.Open the cover on the side of the camera. 2.Insert the SD memory card, and push with your finger until it clicks. Or push the card lightly to remove. Notes Ensure that recording has been stopped, before removing the SD memory card. (see page 82 of Operating Instructions on the Setup CD-ROM) If the SD memory card is removed while recording, the image file will most likely become unreadable. In this case, format the SD memory card again. (Files will be deleted.) Insert or remove the SD memory card after removing the sunshade. 3.Replace the cover firmly. Note Format the SD memory card, before you record the image data. (see page 81 of Operating Instructions on the Setup CD-ROM) Place the card face to the front. P R O H I G H S P E E DLOCK
Installation/Troubleshooting 35[For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033] 1.13 Installing the Camera The camera has a splash resistant body. The splash resistant body allows the camera to be used indoors and outdoors. Waterproof cabling is necessary for outdoor mounting. Check the camera operation before installing (cabling and mounting) the camera. Notes Install the camera under eaves to protect it from direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or halogen light may damage the CCD sensor. Use the sunshade in any conditions. Do not install the camera in the location where sea breezes may hit the unit directly. Avoid laying Ethernet cable underground or stringing it in the air. Lightning may cause serious damage to the camera or the connected devices. AC adaptor and AC cord are not waterproofed. Put them inside the outdoor power equipment near the camera and protect them from the rain. Ask the authorized electric wiring dealer. AC adaptor, AC cord and Ethernet cable should be waterproofed. Do the waterproof electric wiring work. Do not expose the AC adaptor to the temperatures below -20 °C (-4 °F) or above +50 °C (122 °F). AC adaptor cannot be operated under these circumstances.
Installation/Troubleshooting 36 1.13.1 Wiring the Camera Check the location where the camera should be installed. Select the proper cable suited to the camera location. Consult an authorized wiring electrician for cabling. The camera can be mounted in the following ways. 1.Put the cables through the connector cover (1.). Connect the DC plug of the AC adaptor to the DC IN jack (2.) and Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port (3.). Connect the AC plug of the AC cord to the outlet (4.). If you use External I/O, external speaker or external microphone, put the cables through the connector cover. Notes Confirm that the indicator lights green. Check the location of the camera, the type and the length of the Ethernet cable (Max. 100 m [330 feet]). Use an Ethernet cable as short as possible for outdoor use. Lightning may cause serious damage to the camera or the connected devices. To Network AC adaptorOutlet (4.) (1.) Connector Cover (2.)DC PlugEthernet cable (3.) Ethernet port DC IN jack External I/O
Installation/Troubleshooting 37[For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033] 2.Thread the AC adaptor cord through the hook. Put the connector cover by fastening the two screws in numerical order. The remaining screw hole on the connector cover is used for attaching sunshade. Note When you mount the camera, always hook the AC adaptor cord and audio cables to the hooks. 3.Attach the sunshade by fastening the two screws. Note If you use the SD memory card, insert it before attaching the sunshade. See page 34 for the SD memory card. Hook for Power CordHook for Audio Cables Connector cover Screw hole Screw (accessories) Hook AC adaptor cord1 2 3 4 Screw (accessories) Sunshade (accessories)
Installation/Troubleshooting 38 4.Roll up putty around the cables and fit them into the holes to prevent water from getting inside the camera. Notes Confirm the camera is functioning before puttying the cables. Putties and self bonding tape cannot be used twice. Check the length and the type of the Ethernet cable before fixing with putty. 5.Cover the putty by rolling. Self bonding tape is used to fix the cables in a mount. Keep at least 20 cm (about 8 inches) of it for cable fixing. 6.Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port of hub, router and PC. Push the putty into the connector cover.Three puttiesCover the connector cover and cables with the last putty, and fix the shape. 5 –10 mm (0.2–0.4 inches)Do not cover the ventilation hole.
Installation/Troubleshooting 39[For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033] 1.13.2 Mounting the Camera Four mounting methods are shown in the following figures. Confirm the top and bottom of the camera when mounting. Ask the authorized dealer for mounting. Note Mounting and cabling instructions described in this Installation/ Troubleshooting follow generally accepted guidelines suitable for residential installations. In some areas, commercial and industrial installations are regulated by local or state ordinances. For such installations, contact your local building department or building inspector for more details. Flexible Stand Mount Tripod Mount Stand/Tripod Mounting Hole Flexible StandScrew the threaded mount into the stand/tripod mounting hole. Turn the grip firmly. Stand/Tripod Mounting Hole Tripod
Installation/Troubleshooting 40 Ceiling Mount Notes Do not mount the camera upside down. The image may be displayed upside down. When mounting, we suggest using the hardware we provide. Mounting in any other manner may cause the camera to fall, causing personal injury or damage to the camera. To reduce the load on the mounting hardware, dress the cables neatly and secure with tape. Make sure the indicator is always in the lower right corner. To p Bottom Caulk around flexible stand if necessary. Self bonding tape Waterproof the rest of the cable. Mount the flexible stand firmly to the ceiling with the three screws (accessories).Attach the camera screwing the threaded mount into the stand mounting hole. Screw Stand Mounting Hole Adjust the camera position and secure the flexible stand firmly.Roll up the cables and flexible stand with the self bonding tape (accessories). Do not mount the camera on a soft material. The camera may fall and break down. Use appropriate screws suited for the material of the ceiling.