Panasonic Network Camera BB HCM547 Mounting Guide

							Mounting Guide
Network Camera (PoE Ready)
Please read the included Important Information before proceeding.
Complete Operating Instructions and all other documentation can be found on the included CD-ROM.
Model No.BB-HCM547Outdoor Ready
© Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd. 2008
PQQX16405YA   KK0608CM1020
Please read this document before using the product, and save this document for future 
reference. Panasonic Network Camera Website: 
http://panasonic.net/pcc/ipcam/
• This document (Mounting Guide) explains how to mount or place the camera 
for regular use.
•The Installation Guide describes the items required for installation and how 
to physically connect the camera to the power supply and network.
•The Setup Guide describes how to set up the camera so that it can be 
accessed using a PC.
• Model number suffixes (“A” and “CE”) are omitted from the following model 
numbers shown in this document, unless necessary.
BB-HCM547A, BB-HCM547CE• Refer to the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM for details regarding 
the camera’s features.
• Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide on the CD-ROM if you have any 
problems configuring or using the camera.
• The Stand-alone SD Memory Card Recording Guide describes how to 
record images to an SD memory card without using a PC.
Abbreviations
• The Network Camera is referred to as “the camera” in this document. • The Setup CD-ROM is referred to as “the CD-ROM” in this document.
Important Information Regarding Camera Mounting
Please read the following information before mounting the camera. Consult an 
authorized dealer for mounting.
Caution
• Make sure you attach the safety wire when mounting the camera on a 
ceiling to prevent the camera from falling.
Note
• If you install the camera outdoors, the external microphone or speaker must 
be outdoor compatible.
• Use screws that are appropriate for the material of ceiling.
• The included screws are for use with wooden ceilings only.
• Do not drive the screws into a soft material. Drive the screws into a secure, 
25 mm (1 inch) thick area of the ceiling, such as a crossbeam, otherwise the 
camera may fall. If there is no crossbeam, place a board on the other side 
of the ceiling to make sure the camera is securely mounted.
• The pull-out strength of the installation area must be at least 294 N (30 kgf) 
per screw.
• To ensure that camera images are displayed properly, mount the camera to 
a flat horizontal surface.
• The ceiling mounting cover must be removed in order to insert or remove 
the SD memory card.
• The camera’s MAC address and serial number are printed on the bottom of 
the camera and are needed in order for camera configuration and 
maintenance. Make a note of both of them before mounting the camera.
• Mounting and cabling instructions described in this document 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.
• Camera images can be viewed in relatively dark areas, however, image 
quality decreases when viewing dark images. We recommend using 
supplemental lighting for best results.
• Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or halogen light may damage the 
camera’s image sensor. Mount the camera appropriately.
• When mounting the camera, make sure to wrap the AC adaptor cord (if 
used) around the hooks as shown to ensure secure connections.
• Mount the camera in a sheltered place where it is not directly exposed to 
direct sunlight or the elements.
• Avoid installations where the camera can be exposed to air containing high 
levels of salt, ammonia, sulfur etc. (Exposure to such conditions can reduce 
the operating life of the camera)
• Do not directly touch the lens cover. Clean the lens cover with a dry and soft 
cloth if necessary.
Mounting the Camera
Wiring through a hole made in the ceiling
1.Place the base cover against the ceiling in the desired installation 
location. Open a hole in the ceiling as shown in the mounting reference 
diagram.
• The 45 mm (1 3/4 inches) area around the center of the hole should be 
flat, and without any bumps or grooves.When the ceiling’s surface is not 
flat, waterproof the area between the base cover and the ceiling to 
make sure there are no gaps between the holes.2.Secure the base cover to the ceiling using screws C (included).
• Make sure there is at least 250 mm (9 13/16 inches) of space, with no 
obstacles, from the center of the plate.
• Screws C are for use with wood-based installation areas. Use screws 
appropriate for the material of the installation area.
3.Connect all necessary cables (AC adaptor, LAN, audio/video, etc.).
• Pass the cables through the hole on the ceiling plate and connect them 
to the camera.
4.Align the two round protrusions on the camera and the holes on the 
ceiling plate, and turn the screws A (included) to attach the ceiling plate 
firmly. Attach the safety wire to the ceiling plate with screw B (included) 
and washer B (included), as shown. 
• Make sure you do not scratch the lens cover when performing this 
procedure.
Cable hook
Under eaves installation
Camera Direction
Base Cover
Necessary Installation
Range
Hole for wiring cables
R 250 mm
(9 13/16 inches)
250 mm
(9 13/16 inches)
Keep more than 250 mm (9 13/16 inches)
off the wall or other obstacles. Camera direction
Screws C (3 pcs.)
(Length: 30 mm [1 3/16 inches],
Body diameter: 4.0 mm [3/16 inches])
Screws A (2 pcs.) (Length: 20 mm [13/16 inches],
Body diameter: 4.0 mm [3/16 inches])
Fit the two protrusions 
in place.
Arrow on the ceiling plate
Camera’s indicator

Screw B (Length: 8.0 mm [5/16 inches], 
Body diameter: 3.0 mm [1/8 inches])
Washer B 
(Inside diameter: 3.0 mm [1/8 inches]) 
						

							5.Align the hooks on the base cover and the notches on the ceiling plate, 
turn the ceiling plate clockwise while pushing the camera into the base 
cover, and then tighten the screws C (included) firmly.
• Make sure the arrow on the base cover and the camera’s indicator are 
aligned.
6.Pass the safety wire through the inner cover, align the “ ” marks on the 
camera and inner cover, then secure the camera to the ceiling plate using 
screws B (included).
• Make sure the rubber packing are attached firmly to the inner cover and 
have no dust or other contaminants on them.
• Be careful not to nip the cable etc.
7.Pass the safety wire through the ceiling mounting cover as shown. Attach 
the ceiling mounting cover by first aligning the “ ” mark on the camera and 
cover, then turn the cover clockwise until the “ ” mark on the camera and 
the “ ” mark on the cover are aligned as shown.
• 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. 
8.Secure the safety wire to the ceiling behind the camera using screw C 
(included) and washer A (included).
• Secure the safety wire to the ceiling about 250 mm (9 13/16 inches) 
from the center of the ceiling plate.
• Do not drive the screw into a soft material. Drive the screw into a 
secure, 25 mm (1 inch) thick area of the ceiling, such as a crossbeam, 
otherwise the camera may fall. If there is no crossbeam, place a board 
on the other side of the ceiling to make sure the camera is securely 
mounted.
Wiring without making a hole for cables in the ceiling
Before following the procedures below, we recommend passing all cables (AC 
adaptor, LAN, audio/video, etc.) through a duct (i.e., hose, tube, etc.) for 
proper waterproofing.
1.Follow step 2 for “Wiring through a hole made in the ceiling”.
2.Remove the cap from the inner cover and attach it to the hole on the 
ceiling plate. 
3.Pass all necessary cables (AC adaptor, LAN, audio/video, etc.) through 
the inner cover, then connect them to the camera.4.Align the two round protrusions on the camera and the holes on the 
ceiling plate, and turn the screws A (included) to attach the ceiling plate 
firmly. Attach the safety wire to the ceiling plate with screw B (included) 
and washer B (included), as shown. 
• Make sure you do not scratch the lens cover when performing this 
procedure.
5.Pass the safety wire through the inner cover, align the “ ” marks on the 
camera and inner cover, then secure the camera to the ceiling plate using 
screws B (included).
• Make sure the rubber packing are attached firmly to the inner cover and 
have no dust or other contaminants on them.
• Be careful not to nip the cable etc.
6.Wrap the cables in the included foam strip and insert the foam strip into 
the opening of the inner cover.
• Leave about 10 mm (3/8 inches) of the foam exposed, as shown.
7.Wrap the first 10 cm (3 15/16 inches) of the cables coming out of the inner 
cover using the included self bonding tape.
• Make sure to wrap over the opening of the inner cover and the foam 
strip thoroughly (three or four times).
• Stretch the tape to twice its length when you wrap the cables.
• Overlap half the width of tape when you wrap the cables.
• Stop stretching and use your fingers to wrap the end of the tape. 
Squeeze the entire length of the wrapped part of the cables to make 
sure no water can enter. (For further protection, we recommend 
wrapping over the self bonding tape with waterproof tape.)
8.Follow step 5 for “Wiring through a hole made in the ceiling”.
9.Remove the tab on the ceiling mounting cover and pass the cables 
through the opening as shown. 
• Use a tool to cut and remove the tab.
• Make sure to waterproof the opening of the duct so that water does not 
enter it.
10.Follow steps 7 and 8 for “Wiring through a hole made in the ceiling”.
When mounting the camera on a concrete or mortar ceiling
1.Place the ceiling plate against the ceiling and mark the points where you 
are going to make holes (7 places).
2.Make holes with an electric drill. Insert anchors (customer-provided) into 
the holes and push them inside the holes with a hammer.
• Mortar ceilings break easily when drilling. Be careful of pieces of mortar 
which may become loose and fall.
3.Mount the camera by following the instructions on this page.
Base cover
Indicator Arrow
Camera
Ceiling Plate
Hook
NotchScrews C (4 pcs.)
(Length: 30 mm 
[1 3/16 inches],
Body diameter: 4.0 mm 
[3/16 inches])
Inner Cover Rubber packing
Screws B (8 pcs.) 
(Length: 8.0 mm [5/16 inches], 
Body diameter: 3.0 mm [1/8 inches])
Screw C
(Length: 30 mm [1 3/16 inches],
Body diameter: 4.0 mm [3/16 inches])
Washer A (Inside diameter: 4.0 mm [3/16 inches])
Cap
Screws A (2 pcs.) (Length: 20 mm [13/16 inches],
Body diameter: 4.0 mm [3/16 inches])
Fit the two protrusions 
in place.
Arrow on the ceiling plate
Camera’s indicator

Screw B (Length: 8.0 mm [5/16 inches], 
Body diameter: 3.0 mm [1/8 inches])
Washer B 
(Inside diameter: 3.0 mm [1/8 inches])
Rubber 
packing
Screws B (8 pcs.) 
(Length: 8.0 mm [5/16 inches], 
Body diameter: 3.0 mm [1/8 inches])
10 mm (3/8 inches)
Duct (customer
-provided)
Holes
Caulk to waterproof
Drill for concrete (in case of tile, use a drill for tile
)