Panasonic Network Camera Bb Hcm381a Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions
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Network Camera
Panasonic Network Camera Website: http://www.panasonic.com/netcam
for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico
Model No.  BB-HCM381A 

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Main Features
IPv6*1 Network Camera
Your Panasonic Network Camera supports IPv6 (Internet Protocol Version 6), IPv6 
was created to address the additional IP addresses that will be needed as the 
Internet continues to expand. Since the camera also supports IPv4 thats currently 
used, it is dual stack design will seamlessly operate while IPv6 is phased in. For 
more information in IPv6 you wish to visit http://www.ipv6.org/. See page 15 for 
more information.
Audio 2-way...

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Remote Pan/Tilt/Zoom/Focus
The following features allow you to operate Network Camera from web browser on 
your PC. High speed Pan/Tilt operation can move the lens horizontally from -175° 
to +175° and vertically from -120° to 0° in mounting on the table and from 0° to +90° 
in mounting on the ceiling. This movable lens allows you to view a wide range of 
perspective from a distant place. Network Camera...

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Multi-Language Display
Top page, Single Camera and Multi-Camera page can be displayed in English, 
French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Simplified Chinese or Japanese. The 
Setup, Maintenance and Support pages are displayed only in English or Japanese. 

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How to Use This Documentation
The camera includes the following 2 manual types.
Installation/Troubleshooting
Installation/Troubleshooting provides explanations for accessories included 
with the camera, the initial configuration, and troubleshooting tips. The 
Installation/Troubleshooting helps you to easily configure the camera.
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System Requirements for your PC
Your PC (Personal Computer) and network must meet the following technical 
specifications for the camera to work properly.
For IPv4 Connection
ItemDescription
Operating 
SystemMicrosoft® Windows® XP, Microsoft® Windows® 2000
Microsoft® Windows® Me, Microsoft® Windows® 98SE
CPUFor viewing single camera
Pe nt i um® III (800 MHz or greater is recommended.)
For viewing multiple cameras
Pentium 4 (1.8 GHz or greater is recommended.)
ProtocolTCP/IP...

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Note
See Panasonic Network Camera support website at 
http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/ for the latest 
information about web browser.
For IPv6 Connection
ItemDescription
Operating 
SystemMicrosoft® Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later
CPUFor viewing single camera
Pentium III (800 MHz or greater is recommended.)
For viewing multiple cameras
Pentium 4 (1.8 GHz or greater is recommended.)...

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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.
1.Read and understand all instructions.
2.Keep these instructions.
3.Heed all warnings.
4.Follow all instructions.
5.After taking away the sand or the dust on the lens, wipe the lens with lens 
cleaning paper.
6.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the 
manufacturers instructions.
7.Do...

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User Name and Password Protection
The use of a unique User Name and secret Password is an important tool that 
will help limit unauthorized individuals from accessing the camera. If you 
choose to disable this tool, and choose not to limit access by use of a User 
Name and Password, this may result in access to the camera by 
unauthorized individuals. (see page 77) 

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Table of Contents
1 Camera Monitoring ..................................................... 13
1.1 Accessing the Camera ................................................................. 13
1.1.1 To Access the Camera in IPv6................................................................. 15
1.2 Viewing Single Camera page ....................................................... 17
1.2.1 Auto Centering the Image (Click to Center) ............................................. 21...