Panasonic Network Camera BB-HCM381A Installation Guide

							Installation Guide
Network Camera
Model No.BB-HCM381A(AC Adaptor Type)
BB-HCE481A(PoE Type)
Keep more than 100 mm 
(3 15/16 inches) off the wall 
or other obstacles.
Camera direction
100 mm 
(3 15/16 inches)
Screws B (4 pcs.)
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Please read the Important Information before using.
Network Camera is called Camera in this manual.
Setup CD-ROM is called CD-ROM in this manual.
The illustrations used in this manual are of BB-HCM381A.
Mount the camera after the camera is connected and finished setting up following Getting Started.
Installation Procedures
This manual is for both BB-HCM381A (AC Adaptor Type) and BB-HCE481A (PoE Type). Available features and operations 
are different in part depending on the model. Read the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM carefully and use the 
Network Camera properly.
After preparing the Ethernet cable that has enough length, mount the camera.
The camera can be viewed in the least light requirement at 3 lx (default). Use supplemental lighting for the dimly lit places. 
(The camera can be viewed in the least of 0.09 lx in the color night view mode (see page 80 of the Operating Instructions on 
the CD-ROM), which may increase the refresh interval.)
Mounting and cabling instructions described in this Installation Guide 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.
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Set the Mounting type setting to [On the ceiling] on the Camera Setup 
page (see page 80 of the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM).
Two ways of wiring can be considered; wiring through a hole made 
in the ceiling or wiring without making a hole for a cable in the ceiling. 
Select either one of the two.
The audio/video cable cannot be connected or removed after 
mounting on the ceiling.
Mounting on the Ceiling
Attach the Ceiling Plate B more than 100 mm (3 15/16 inches) off 
the wall or other obstacles from its center.
Make sure the camera is firmly mounted on a beam of wood etc. 
When there is no beam, apply a board on the other side of the 
ceiling to make sure the camera does not drop. The camera is intended for indoor use only. Prolonged exposure 
to direct sunlight or halogen light may damage CCD.




The cameras MAC address and serial number are printed on the 
bottom of the camera. They are needed in order for camera 
configuration and maintenance. Record both of them for before 
mounting the camera.
Make sure the camera is firmly mounted on the ceiling.
The camera is available between ±15 based on level line 
for mounting.
The camera should be uninstalled from the ceiling when removing 
the SD memory card (see page 140 of the Operating Instructions 
on the CD-ROM).
Wiring through a hole made in the ceiling
Attach the Ceiling Plate B on the ceiling with Screws B.
Adjust the position and 
direction of the camera.Adjust the position and direction of the camera while you confirm that 
images are displayed on the monitor as you imaged.
Attach the camera.The camera can be mounted on the ceiling. 
Attach the camera firmly when mounting on the ceiling.
Temporarily place 
the camera.Temporarily place the camera where you like to view images.
Indoor Use Only 
						

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2
12
65 mm 
(2 9/16 inches)Hole for a cable
    25 mm (1 inch)
Fit the four rubbers 
in place.
Fit the two dents in place.
Four tabs
Fit the tabs to the holes and 
move counterclockwise.
Attach firmly with Screws A.
Screws A (2 pcs.)
Adjust the    of the main 
unit to the    of the Ceiling 
Mounting Cover.Move the Ceiling Mounting 
Cover in the clockwise 
direction until the    of it fits 
to the    of the main unit.
Be careful not to nip the cable etc.
When removing the Ceiling Mounting Cover, move it in the 
counterclockwise direction. Adjust both    and let down the 
main unit.
Wiring without making a hole for a cable 
in the ceiling
Drill for concrete 
(in case of tile, 
use a drill for tile)Plastic plug
Soft hammer
Note
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Make a hole for a cable.
Make a    25 mm (1 inch) 
hole where is 65 mm 
(2 9/16 inches) away from 
the center in the plate.
Attach the rubbers and dents on the camera to the Ceiling 
Plate A and attach them firmly.
Attach the Ceiling Plate A to the Ceiling Plate B and attach 
them firmly with Screws A.
Install the camera so that the connecting part comes 
to the front.
Connect all necessary cables (AC adaptor cord, 
Ethernet cable, Audio/Video Cable, etc.) seeing Getting 
Started and attach the Ceiling Mounting Cover.
Follow the steps 1), 3), 4) and 5). Making a hole is not necessary.
Remove the tab of Ceiling Mounting Cover and wire 
through the notch.
Ceiling Mounting when the material of 
the ceiling is mortar or concrete
Fit the Ceiling Plate B to the mounting position 
and put marks.
Make holes at the marks and put plastic plugs 
(customer-provided) into them.
When drilling into mortar, be careful of pieces of mortar 
which may become loose and fall.
Mount the camera.
Mounting on the Table
Mount the camera at an even place on the table where 
vibrations etc. are few.

Set the Mounting type setting to [On the table] on the 
Camera Setup page (see page 80 of the Operating 
Instructions on the CD-ROM).