Panasonic Network Camera BB HCM403A Installation Guide

							Installation Guide
(For Professional Installers)
Network Camera
Model No.BB-HCM403A(PoE Ready)
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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 interval.
Mounting and cabling instructions described in this Installation Guide f\
ollow generally accepted guidelines suitable for residential 
installations. In some areas, commercial and industrial installations ar\
e regulated by local or state ordinances. For such inst allations, 
contact your local building department or building inspector for more de\
tails.
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Two ways of wiring the cables (Ethernet cable, AC adaptor 
cord, etc.) can be considered; wiring through a hole made 
in the ceiling or wiring without making a hole in the ceiling. 
Select either one of the two.
Mounting on the Ceiling
Wiring through a hole made in the ceiling Mounting Reference Diagram (Bottom View)
1Attach the Safety Wire to the camera with Screw B and 
Washer (S).
Adjust the position and direction of the camera while you confirm that 
images are displayed on the monitor as you imaged.
Attach the camera.Attach the camera firmly when mounting on the ceiling.
Indoor Ceiling Use Only
Adjust the position and 
direction of the camera.
Note
Screw B
Safety Wire
Washer (S)
R 100 mm
(3 15/16 inches)
    25 mm
(1 inch)
Hole for wiring cables
65 mm
(2 9/16 inches)
 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.
 Installation and wiring should be performed by a professional installer.\
 Install the camera after camera is connected and setup is finished follo\
wing the Getting Started guide.
Camera Direction
Ceiling Plate B
Necessary Installation 
Range

 Make sure to mount the camera firmly on the ceiling.
 Do not mount the camera on a weak ceiling.
 It is necessary to attach the Safety Wire so that the camera does 
not fall.
  The Ceiling Mounting Cover should be removed when removing 
the SD memory card (see page 127 of the Operating Instructions 
on the CD-ROM).
  The camera is intended for indoor ceiling 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. 
						

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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 the 
Ceiling Mounting Cover.
Drill for concrete 
(in case of tile, 
use a drill for tile)
Note
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2
3
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Make a hole for cables.Make a     25 mm (1 inch) 
hole where is 65 mm 
(2 9/16 inches) away from 
the center in the plate.
4
Attach Ceiling Plate A to Ceiling Plate B.
7Adjust the camera direction, and attach the camera firmly. Attach the Ceiling Mounting Cover.
9Slacken the Safety Wire and attach it to the ceiling with 
Screw C and Washer (L).
Follow the previous steps 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9. Making a hole 
is not necessary.
Remove the tab of Ceiling Mounting Cover and wire 
through the notch.

Fit Ceiling Plate B to the mounting position 
and put marks.
Make holes at the marks and put anchors 
(customer-provided) into them.
Mount the camera.
Note
Connect the necessary cables to the camera, referring to 
Getting Started.
Circle Tab (2 places)
Fit the circle of the tabs to the 
circle of the holes, and then 
turn the camera clockwise 
until the tab hits the stopper.
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2
Adjust the camera direction.
Attach firmly with Screws A.40
If the AC adaptor will be used, hook the AC adaptor 
cord onto the Hook for AC adaptor cord.
Keep more than 100 mm 
(3 15/16 inches) off the wall 
or other obstacles.
Camera direction
100 mm 
(3 15/16 
inches)
Screws C (4 pcs.)
(Length: 20 mm [13/16 inches],     4.0 mm [3/16 inches])
2

Attach Ceiling Plate B more than 100 mm (3 15/16 inches) off 
the wall or other obstacles from its center.
Attach Ceiling Plate B to the ceiling with Screws C.
Make sure the camera is firmly mounted on a beam of wood 
(25 mm [1 inch] and greater) etc. 
When there is no beam, apply a board on the other side of the 
ceiling to make sure the camera does not drop.
Wiring without making a hole for cables in the 
ceiling
Ceiling Mounting when the material of the ceiling 
is mortar or concrete
Washer (L)Screw C
(Length: 20 mm [13/16 inches], 
    4.0 mm [3/16 inches])

 Prepare anchors for 4.0 mm (3/16 inches) diameter screws for 
ceiling mounting.
  When drilling into mortar, be careful of pieces of mortar 
which may become loose and fall.
  To attach the Safety Wire, make a hole and put anchor 
into it.
Stopper
Pass the Safety Wire through Ceiling Plate A, adjust the 
dents on the camera to Ceiling Plate A, and then turn the 
screw to attach the Ceiling Plate A firmly.