Panasonic Network Camera Kx Hcm280a Installation Troubleshooting Information Manual

Installation/Troubleshooting
Please read this manual before using and save this manual for future reference.
Network Camera
Panasonic Network Camera Website: http://www.panasonic.com/netcam
for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico
Model No.  KX-HCM280A
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Introduction
How to Use This Documentation
The camera includes the following 2 manual types.
•Installation/Troubleshooting (This manual)
Installation/Troubleshooting provides explanations for accessories included 
with the camera, the initial configuration, and troubleshooting tips. The 
Installation/Troubleshooting helps you to easily configure the camera.
Operating Instructions (Included on the Setup CD-ROM)
Operating Instructions explains about operations, settings,...

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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
ItemDescription
Operating 
SystemMicrosoft® Windows® XP, Microsoft® Windows® 2000
Microsoft® Windows® Me, Microsoft® Windows® 98SE
CPUFor viewing single camera
Pentium® III (800 MHz or greater is recommended.)
For viewing...

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Note
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 address the additional IP addresses that will be 
needed as the Internet continues to expand.
 IPv6 is expected to gradually replace IPv4, with the 2 coexisting for a 
number of years during a transition period.
 Though most ISPs (Internet Service...

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Table of Contents
1 Before Using  ................................................................ 6
1.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  ...................................... 6
1.1.1 FCC and Other Information  ...................................................................... 7
1.1.2 Security Cautions  ..................................................................................... 8...

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1 Before Using
1.1 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.After taking away the sand or the dust on the lens, wipe the lens with lens 
cleaning paper.
6.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the...

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1.1.1 FCC and Other Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to 
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential 
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency 
energy and, if not installed and used in...

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1.1.2 Security Cautions
When using this product, take appropriate measures to avoid the following security 
breaches.
 Leaks of private information via this product
 Illegal use of this product by a third party
 Interference or suspension of the use of this product by a third party
Take the following measures to avoid security breaches:
 To prevent illegal access, keep the update firmware (If you do not have the 
latest version of firmware, this can lead to blocked...

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1.2 Included Items
The following items are included in the Network Camera box. Additional pieces 
can be ordered by calling 1-800-332-5368.
Main Unit—1 pc.AC Adaptor—1 pc.
Order No. PSLP1242Y
Length: 3 m (10 ft.)AC Cord—1 pc.
Order No. PSJA1069Z
Length: 1.8 m (6 ft.) 
Ceiling Mounting 
Cover—1 pc.
Order No. PSKL1023Z1
Ceiling Plate A—1 pc.
Order No. 
PSZMHCM381A Ceiling Plate A—1 pc.
Order No....

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1.3 Camera Feature Locations
1.3.1 Front View
Indicator Display
*1 The indicator turns orange if the camera is not connected to the LAN.
*2 The indicator blinks orange if the camera is not connected to the LAN.
*3 See page 40.
Auto Focus/Zoom Lens
Wide: 5 mm (0.2 inches)—Infinity
Tele: 1 m (39.4 inches)—Infinity
Indicator
The indicator color shows camera status.
Power
on
Normal Operation*
1
Updating FirmwareGetting IP address*
2 
Got IP addressSetting
Finished settingNot...