Panasonic Network Camera BB-HCM403A Getting Started Manual

Getting Started
Network Camera
Model No. BB-HCM403A 
(PoE Ready)
Connect the Ethernet cable (customer-provided) to the camera.
Note
• Your PoE hub must be connected to the router. Refer to the manuals of the PoE hub for the instructions of the connection. Addi tionally, these instructions assume your PC is 
already connected to the Internet and your  network includes a router that is UPnP™ (Universal Plug and Play) compliant.
Connect the Ethernet cable (customer-provided) to your PoE hub.
• If the...

1.Connect the camera, and turn the camera on.
Connect the camera to your router using a straight Cat5 Ethernet cable (customer-provided) to set up the camera.
• Before you begin the installation, the UPnP™ feature in your router needs to be enabled. Usually, the default setting disables this feature. For more info, please visit, 
http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/ or contact your routers manufacturer.
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AC Adaptor (Model No. BB-HCA2A: Option) User
Connect the Ethernet cable...

Select the camera to set up and click [Execute].
• This program searches for the cameras that are connected to the router and 
displays their MAC Addresses, IP addresses and Port Numbers.
• The MAC Address (see page 9 of the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM) 
on the bottom of the camera shows which camera you select on the camera list 
window.
Note
• If the indicator does not light green, check the connection (see page 1).
• If more than 20 minutes have passed since the camera was turned on, the...

3.Setting up Internet Access to the Camera.
By registering with the Viewnetcam.com FREE DynamicDNS service, 
you can create a personalized web address at which your cameras live 
video can always be found on the Internet. For detailed information, 
access http://www.viewnetcam.com .
Click [Automatic Setup (Internet Access)].
Sets up the camera to view on the LAN.
Sets up the Internet access to the 
camera.
Manually sets up the camera.
Disables IPsec. If disabled, the button is 
displayed gray.
Displays...

Installation Guide
(For Professional Installers)
Network Camera
Model No.BB-HCM403A(PoE Ready)
•
Installation Procedures
After preparing the Ethernet cable that has enough length, mount the cam\
era.
The camera can be viewed in the least light requirement at 3 lx (defaul\
t). Use supplemental lighting for the dimly lit places. 
The camera can be viewed in the least of 0.2 lx in the color night view \
mode (see page 70 of the Operating Instructions on 
the CD-ROM), which may increase the refresh...

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2
12
65 mm 
(2 9/16 inches)Hole for cables
     25 mm (1 inch)
Hook for AC adaptor cord
Fit the two dents 
in place.
Attach provisionally 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 cables etc.
When removing the Ceiling Mounting Cover, move it in the 
counterclockwise direction. Adjust both    and let down...

Important Information
Network Camera
Model No. BB-HCM403A (PoE Ready)
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. Attach the Safety Wire to the camera to prevent it from dropping.
6. After taking away the sand or the dust on the lens cover, wipe the lens 
cover...

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
For IPv6 Connection
Note
• A PoE hub is required when using the PoE.
• See Panasonic Network Camera support website at http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/  for details about 
network environment.
What is IPv6?
• IPv6 is short for Internet Protocol Version 6.
• IPv6 was created to provide the additional IP addresses that...

Operating Instructions
Network Camera
Please read this manual before using, and save this manual for future reference.
Panasonic Network Camera Website: http://www.panasonic.com/netcam
for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico
Model No.BB-HCM403A
(PoE Ready)
Indoor Ceiling Use Only 

Operating Instructions
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Main Features
Dome-shaped Camera for Neat Mounting on the Ceiling
This is a dome-shaped camera with integrated mounting hardware ideal for indoor 
ceiling use. Conventionally, to mount our cameras (other than the optical zoom 
type
*1) on the ceiling, a separate dedicated stand was necessary.
The integration of the mount equipment and the neat design of the dome shape 
allow you to mount the camera anywhere conveniently.
PoE*2 (Power over Ethernet) Compliant with a Power...