Panasonic Network Camera Kx Hcm280 Operating Instructions

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1.1.3 Authentication—System Security Feature
Authentication window requires 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 66 for setting up 
Authentication window, the administrator ID and the password. Refer to page 68 
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 calling 1-800-332-5368.
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. PSLP1242ZAC Cord—1 pc.
Order No. PSJA1069Z 
Ceiling Mounting Cover—1 pc.
Order No. PSKL1023Z
Ceiling Plate B—1 pc.
Order No. PSMD1045Z Setup CD-ROM—1 pc.
Order No. 
PSQX2904ZCD
Screws A—2 pcs.
Order No. XYN3+J6FY Screws B—4 pcs.
Order No. XTB4+20AFY Ceiling Plate A—1 pc.
Order No. PSZMHCM280M 
						

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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. Setup CD-ROM may have a scratch on the surface.
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 on Indicator Control window on page 90. Color 
indications are shown below.
*
1 Orange indicator will continue blinking in the DHCP setting.
*2 Refer to page 122 for the red blinking.
Lens and Pan/Tilt operation
Operation bar on the Single Camera screen can operate the Pan/Tilt. The Pan/Tilt 
moves 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. Refer to 
page 43 for the Pan/Tilt operation.
Notes
When the power is on, do not manually revolve the Pan/Tilt. Revolving it 
forcedly or moving it manually by some mistake may damage the Pan/Tilt 
operation, or change the registered Pan/Tilt positions from actual ones. 
Restart Network Camera when the latter case happens. 
Do not touch the lens. Touching it can remove the protective coating from the 
lens. Fingerprints, dust, stains, etc. on the lens can also degrade the 
performance of the Automatic Focusing feature.Lens (Power Focus/Zoom Lens)
Wide: 5 mm (0.2 inches)—Infinity
Tele: 1 m (40 inches)—Infinity 
(Refer to page 45.)
Indicator
(Refer to page 90 for the setup.)
Power
on
Normal Operation
Updating FirmwareGetting IP address
Finish getting IP addressNot on the LAN
Orange OrangeOrange blinking*
1
Orange blinking
Pushing FACTORY DEFAULT RESET buttonOrange 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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1.3.2 Rear View
1.3.3 Bottom View
Ethernet port
(10/100 Base-TX)
(Refer to page 20.)
Analog Video Output
terminal (VIDEO OUT)
(Refer to page 54.)External I/O
(I/O)
(Refer to page 103.)
DC IN jack
(Refer to page 20.)
Hook for AC 
Adaptor Cord
(Refer to page 20.)
FACTORY DEFAULT
RESET button
(Refer to page 109.)
Hole for Ceiling Plate A
(Refer to page 100.)MAC Address and Serial 
Number are indicated on 
the label. Record both of 
them on the 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.) 
						

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Section 2
Network Camera Setup 
						

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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)
Confirm the Network Camera Access from the Internet. (Page 32—Page 33)
Mount Network Camera. (Page 98—Page 102) 
						

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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.
[Type 1]—LAN/Intranet Connection with an Ethernet 
Switching Hub
Network Camera can be installed on the LAN/Intranet. 
*
1 Network traffic can be improved by using the Ethernet switching hub.
[Type 2]—Internet Connection with a Broadband Router
Network Camera can be accessed from the Internet. The broadband router needs 
Port Forwarding (IP Masquerade) feature on page 32.
LAN/Intranet
Ethernet switching hub*1
ModemBroadband 
Router
CATV
xDSL
Optical cable
InternetWAN LAN 
						

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[Type 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 [Type 3], connect Network Camera temporarily in [Type 
1], [Type 2] or [Type 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 [Type 2].
[Type 4]—Direct Connection with a PC
Network Camera can be connected to a PC directly.
Note
Use a category 5 cross cable when connecting directly with the cable to the 
PC.
Modem
Internet
Category 5 cross cable 
						

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2.3 How to turn on Network Camera for 
Installation
Network Camera powers up when connecting AC plug to the power outlet.
Notes
Do not hold or touch the Pan/Tilt as it starts moving when connecting AC 
plug to the power outlet.
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 specified Panasonic AC adaptor PSLP1242 (Order No. 
PSLP1242Z).
When you set up Network Camera in [Type 3], connect it temporarily in 
[Type 1], [Type 2] or [Type 4].
When Indicator is orange, confirm that the Ethernet cable is properly 
connected, or PC, Ethernet hub or broadband router is properly working.
External I/O
Ethernet port
AC cord
To Network Category 5 straight/cross cableConnect the DC plug of the
AC adaptor to the DC IN jack.
Hook the AC adaptor cord
to the Hook for AC Adaptor.
Connect the AC cord 
to the AC adaptor.Connect the AC plug 
of the AC cord to 
the power outlet.
2)
1)
4)Connect a category 5
straight/cross cable
to the Ethernet port. 3)
5)Power Outlet
Hook for AC Adaptor
DC IN jack