Panasonic Network Camera Kx Hcm250 Operating Instructions

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1.1.3 Authentication—System Security Feature
Authentication windowrequires you to enter the administrator/general user ID
and password for security. Password security can prevent unregistered users/
intruders from accessing your image from their web browsers. Authentication
windows are not displayed in the default. Refer to page 64 for setting up
Authentication window, the administrator ID and the password. Refer to page 66
for setting up the general user ID and the password.
Authentication window 
						

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1.2 Included Accessories
The following items are provided with Network Camera. Additional pieces can be
ordered by calling1-800-332-5368.
Notes
 If any items are missing, contact the dealer immediately.
 The order numbers listed above are subject to change without notice.
 Save the original carton and packing materials for future shipping and
transportation of the unit.
AC Adaptor— 1 pc.
Order No. PSLP1233ZFlexible Stand— 1 pc.
Order No. PSKL1020X
Setup CD-ROM— 1 pc.
Order No.
PSQX2904ZCD
Screws for Flexible Stand
— 3 pcs.
Order No. PQHE5004Z 
						

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Setup CD-ROM
The setup program simplifies Network Camera installation. Adobe
®Acrobat®
Reader 4.05 or later enables you to see the Operating Instructions on the Setup
CD-ROM. If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on the PC, double-click
ar405eng.exe. Refer to ReadmeEng.txt for the directory and file structure of
the Setup CD-ROM.
Notes
 Do not scratch, smudge, write or label either surfaces of the Setup CD-
ROM.SetupCD-ROMmayhaveascratchonthesurface.
 Do not leave the Setup CD-ROM in direct sunlight, near a heat source or
in a hot automobile as the Setup CD-ROM may become unreadable.
 Do not use chemicals or cleanser to clean the Setup CD-ROM as the Setup
CD-ROM may become unreadable. 
						

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1.3 Camera Feature Locations
1.3.1 Front View
Indicator
Indicator can be controlled onIndicator Control windowon page 88. Color
indications are shown below.
*
1Orange indicator will continue blinking in the DHCP setting.
*2Refer to page 119 for the red blinking.Indicator
(Refer to page 88 for the setup.)
Fixed Focus Lens
1m(40inches)—Infinity
Pan:- 60° to + 60°
Tilt:0° to - 45°
The field of view in Pan/Tilt ranges
horizontally about 165° and
vertically about 78°.
Antenna
Power
on
Normal Operation
Updating FirmwareGetting IP address
Finish getting IP addressNot on the LAN
Orange OrangeOrange blinking*
1
Orange blinking
Pushing CLEAR SETTING button Orange blinking twice
Internal Failure of Network Camera Red blinking*2
On the LAN
Using
DHCPOrange Green
Green
Green Green blinking
Green blinking 
						

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Fixed Focus Lens and Pan/Tilt operation
Fixed Focus Lens can move in the Pan/Tilt operation. Operation Bar on the Single
Camera screen can operate the Pan/Tilt. The Pan/Tilt moves the lens 120°
horizontally and 45° vertically. Refer to page 46 for the operation bar.
Notes
 Do not force to move the lens part around the Fixed Focus Lens.
Compulsive touching may damage the Pan/Tilt motor.
 Do not touch the Fixed Focus Lens. Touching it may leave a fingerprint and
can cause the image to be out of focus. This can also take away the
protective coating on the Fixed Focus Lens.
1.3.2 Rear View
1.3.3Bottom View
External I/O
(Refer to
page 102.)
DC INjack
(Refer to
page 20.)
Ethernet port
(RJ-45)
(Refer to
page 20.)
Hook for AC
adaptor cord
(Refer to
page 97.)Antenna
(Refer to page 96.)
CLEAR SETTING button
(Refer to page 108.)
Mounting Holefor the various
mounting. (Refer to page 101.)
Serial Number and
MAC address
Record the serial number and
MAC address on Network
Camera Memo on page 3. They
are indispensable for setting
network parameters after
mounting Network Camera and
for future customer servicing.
(Refer to page 29.)
Tripod Mounting Hole
(Refer to page 99.) 
						

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Section2
NetworkCameraSetup 
						

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2.1 Installation Procedure
Select the Network Camera configuration type. (Page 18—Page 19)
Connect Network Camera for installation. (Page 20)
Prepare the network parameters for Network Camera. (Page 21—Page 22)
Check the proxy server setting. (Page 26—Page 27)
Set up Network Camera with Setup CD-ROM. (Page 28—Page 31)
Setting up wireless network parameters. (Page 32 — Page 36)
Confirm the Network Camera Access from the Internet. (Page 37—Page 38)
Mount Network Camera. (Page 96—Page 101) 
						

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2.2 Network Camera Configuration Type
Network Camera can be connected over the LAN/Intranet and the Internet. Select
from the four Network Camera configuration types. Network parameters differ
depending on the Network Camera configuration type.
[Ty p e 1]—LAN/Intranet Connection with an Ethernet
Switching Hub
Network Camera can be installed on the LAN/Intranet.
*
1Network traffic can be improved by using the Ethernet switching hub.
[Ty p e 2]—Internet Connection with aBroadband Router
Network Camera can be accessed from the Internet. The broadband router needs
Port Forwarding (IP Masquerade) feature on page 37.
LAN/Intranet
Ethernet switching hub*1
or wireless access point
Modem
CATV
xDSL
Optical cable
InternetWAN LAN
Wireless
Router 
						

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[Ty p e 3]—Internet Direct Connection with a Modem
Network Camera can be installed alone without PC on the network. When you set
up Network Camera in[Typ e 3], connect Network Camera temporarily in[Ty p e
1],[Ty p e 2]or[Ty p e 4].
Note
Some xDSL services use PPPoE. Network Camera does not support PPPoE.
If the Internet connection requires PPPoE, connect with the broadband router
supporting PPPoE like[Ty p e 2].
[Ty p e 4]—Direct Connection with a PC
Network Camera can be connected to a PC directly.
Notes
 Use a category 5 cross cable when connecting directly with the cable
to a PC.
 Direct Connection with PC requires IEEE 802.11b wireless devices
such as wireless LAN card and wireless USB adaptor.
 Change to AdHoc mode. (Default is Infrastructure mode.) Refer to page
32 or Infrastructure and AdHoc mode.
Modem
Internet 
						

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2.3 How to turn on Network Camera for
Installation
Network Camera is powered up when connecting AC plug to the power outlet.
1.Connect Category 5 straight/cross cable to the Ethernet port of Network
Camera to the hub or PC.
 Connect Ethernet cable first to make Network Camera recognize the wired
communication.
2.Connect the DC plug of the AC adaptor to the DC IN jack and the AC plug of
the AC adaptor to the power outlet to turn on Network Camera. Indicator blinks
and the Pan/Tilt moves to the center position.
Notes
 AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device, so ensure that the
power outlet is located/installed near the equipment and is easily
accessible.
 Use only the specified Panasonic AC adaptor PSLP1233 (Order No.
PSLP1233Z).
 When you set up Network Camera in[Typ e 3], connect it temporarily in
[Ty p e 1],[Ty p e 2]or[Ty p e 4].
 When Indicator is orange, ensure that the Ethernet cable is properly
connected, or PC, Ethernet hub or broadband router is properly working.
DC IN
jack
AC adaptor
Power
Outlet
Ethernet
portDC Plug
1.2.
Category 5 straight/cross cableTo Network