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Panasonic BL-C30A Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Network Camera

BL-C30A
Model No.
Please read this manual before using and save this manual for future reference.
Panasonic Network Camera Website: http://www.panasonic.com/netcam
for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Network Camera BL-C30A Model No. Please read this manual before using and save this manual for future reference. Panasonic Network Camera Website: http://www.panasonic.com/netcam for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico...

  • Page 2: Main Features

    Operating Instructions Main Features Wireless Communication Network Camera corresponds to the wireless system based on IEEE 802.11b/g. Wireless installation will play an increasing role in flexible mounting. Communication via Ethernet security on the wireless network. Various remote monitoring features • Pyroelectric infrared sensor human body or animals.
  • Page 3 Some UPnP enabled routers cannot configure the camera automatically. In this case, the router needs to be configured manually. Ask the router manufacturer how to configure it. See Panasonic Network Camera support website at http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/ for more information.
  • Page 4 10/100 Mbps network interface installed Web Browser Internet Explorer 6.0 or later (Not included on the Setup CD- ROM) Note See Panasonic Network Camera support website at http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/ for the latest information about web browser. Trademarks • Adobe and Acrobat are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
  • Page 5 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. Read and understand all instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. After taking away the dust on the lens, wipe the lens with a cotton bud. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Operating Instructions Table of Contents Camera Monitoring ...8 Accessing the Camera... 8 Viewing Single Camera page... 10 1.2.1 Image Auto Centering (Click to Center) ... 13 1.2.2 Capturing a Still Image ... 14 1.2.3 Using Operation Bar ... 15 1.2.4 Setting Home Position/Sensor Position/Preset Button...
  • Page 7 Camera Maintenance ...78 Maintenance page ... 78 3.1.1 Confirming the Status... 79 3.1.2 Confirming the Wireless Status ... 79 3.1.3 Restarting the Camera ... 80 3.1.4 Updating the Camera Firmware ... 81 3.1.5 Creating Configuration File... 84 3.1.6 Loading Settings from a Configuration File ... 85 3.1.7 Resetting the Camera to Factory Default ...

  • Page 8: Camera Monitoring

    Operating Instructions Camera Monitoring Accessing the Camera Start up the web browser on your PC. Enter "http://IP Address (or URL):Port Number" on the address bar, and press [Enter] on the keyboard. E.g. http://192.168.0.253 (or http://XXXXX.viewnetcam.com) • When port number is 80 (default), you do not need to enter port number. See page 32 for details about port number, and page 11 in the Installation/ Troubleshooting.
  • Page 9 Click the following tabs to display each page. A To Single Camera page (page 10) C To Buffered Image page (page 23) E To Maintenance page (page 78) G To log in to the camera (page 49) Note When users other than an administrator are accessing the camera, [Setup] and [Maintenance] tab will not be displayed.

  • Page 10: Viewing Single Camera Page

    Operating Instructions Viewing Single Camera page Access the camera (see page 8). • The Top page is displayed. Click the [Single] tab at the top of the page. • When Security Warning window is displayed, see page 11. Capture Image Button (see page 14) Operation Bar...
  • Page 11 • To reduce the data traffic, the video can be automatically changed to refreshing still images (see page 52). • To display the Single Camera page directly, add it to the [Favorites] on the web browser. • Refresh interval may slow down depending on the network condition or the number of accessing users.
  • Page 12 The Banner When the camera accesses the Internet, the banner displays product information about cameras or announcements about the latest firmware, etc. from Panasonic. Whether or not to display the banner can be set at Banner Display (see page 52).

  • Page 13: Image Auto Centering (Click To Center)

    1.2.1 Image Auto Centering (Click to Center) When you click a certain point on the camera image, the point is centered on the image. Move the cursor to the desired point. Cursor Click it. • The clicked point is centered. •...

  • Page 14: Capturing A Still Image

    Operating Instructions 1.2.2 Capturing a Still Image A still image can be saved on your PC. Operate pan/tilt and select a resolution to display an image. Click the capture image button. • The camera image opens in another window. Right-click the image, and select [Save Picture As...]. •...

  • Page 15: Using Operation Bar

    1.2.3 Using Operation Bar End Display and Preset Display: Pan/Tilt Scan: Pan/Tilt/ Home Position: Preset Button: Sensor Position: Brightness: Changes brightness in nine steps including Refresh Interval: Resolution: Selects [640 x 480] or [320 x 240] (default) Image Quality: Note When the camera image is not displayed correctly, click [Refresh] at the tool bar on the web browser.
  • Page 16 Operating Instructions Pan/Tilt Operation Pan/tilt scan buttons automatically move the lens horizontally from -50 ° to +50 ° and vertically from -40 ° to +10 ° and return the lens to the original position. Each pan/tilt arrow moves the lens Up, Down, Right or Left, and the home position button moves it to the home position.

  • Page 17: Setting Home Position/Sensor Position/Preset Button

    1.2.4 Setting Home Position/Sensor Position/Preset Button The home position, sensor position and 8 preset buttons can be registered. Preset buttons (1—4) are registered 1: Upper Left, 2: Upper Right, 3: Lower Left and 4: Lower Right. These buttons can be changed (see page 20). •...
  • Page 18 Operating Instructions Registering a Preset Button Click [Program]. • [Program] switches to [Cancel]. Click [Cancel] to quit without saving changes. Pan and tilt the camera to a desired position. Click a preset button (1—8) to register. E.g.: Setting "Middle" for the preset 5. Enter the preset name.
  • Page 19 Viewing the Image Click the home position, sensor position or registered preset button. • The camera takes each position, and the image is displayed. [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033] Operating Instructions Home Position Pan/Tilt Putting the cursor displays the preset UpperLeft name.
  • Page 20 Operating Instructions Changing or Deleting the Settings Click [Program]. • [Program] switches to [Cancel]. Click [Cancel] to quit without saving changes. Pan and tilt the camera to a desired position. Click the home position, sensor position or a preset button (1—8). Click [Save] after setting the preset name or click [Delete].

  • Page 21: Viewing Multi-Camera Page

    Viewing Multi-Camera page To view multiple cameras on the Multi-Camera page, you need to configure each camera on the Multi-Camera Setup page (see page 55). Access the camera (see page 8). • The Top page is displayed. Click the [Multi] tab at the top of the page. •...

  • Page 22: Administrator Page

    Operating Instructions • When viewing video (Motion JPEG), we recommend using an Ethernet switching hub instead of the repeater hub to prevent degradation in video display. • Due to the network congestion or the number of accesses, the refresh interval may slow down. •...

  • Page 23: Viewing Buffered Image Page

    Viewing Buffered Image page To buffer the images on the internal memory, you need to set up image transfer settings (see page 57 or page 64). You can view buffered images on this Buffered Image page. Access the camera (see page 8). •...

  • Page 24: Deleting Buffered Images

    Operating Instructions Display images clicking buttons below. Notes • Date, Time and frame number are not displayed in play mode. • Maximum number of buffered images change depending on resolution, image quality and what object the camera buffers. At the 320 x 240 pixels resolution and the standard quality, the camera buffers about 250 frames (see page 108).

  • Page 25: Viewing Still Images On Your Mobile Phone

    Viewing Still Images on Your Mobile Phone You can view still images over the Internet from a compatible mobile phone. Enter "http://IP address (or URL):Port Number/mobile" on a mobile phone and press [OK]. • When the port number is set to 80 (default), it is not required. E.g.
  • Page 26 E.g.: The pan reaches the left end. • Some mobile phones are not compatible with Panasonic Network Cameras. Some phones may allow viewing only on port 80, and some may not support password authentication. See the Panasonic Network Camera support website at http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/ for a mobile...

  • Page 27: Various Camera Features

    Various Camera Features Using Camera Features Access the camera (see page 8). Notes • When [Allowing unregistered users] is set on the Security: Administrator page, click [login] tab and log in as an administrator. • When users other than an administrator are accessing the camera, the [Setup] and [Maintenance] tabs are not displayed.
  • Page 28 Operating Instructions Basic Network Configures the network settings such as connection mode to connect the camera to the network (see page 30). Wireless Configures wireless network (see page 34). UPnP Enables automatic port forwarding or shortcut to the camera (see page 37). Viewnetcam.
  • Page 29 (13) Indicator Sets indicator display (see page 76). Control (14) Privacy Mode Enables privacy mode (see page 77). [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033] Operating Instructions...

  • Page 30: Connecting The Camera To Your Network

    Operating Instructions Connecting the Camera to Your Network The Network page offers three options to configure the camera. • [Automatic Setup] automatically assigns an unused IP address to the camera, and uses UPnP to configure your router. • [Static] allows the user to use a specific IP address. •...
  • Page 31 Static Setup • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the previous page without saving changes. Click [Save] when finished. • New settings are saved. • When finished, the following page is displayed. Note The current network settings are shown on the Status page in the Maintenance section (see page 79).
  • Page 32 Operating Instructions Setting Allow Access from • Allow Access from the Internet setting automatically the Internet configures the router's Port Forwarding setting (some (Automatic Setup routers call it "Address Translation", "Static IP Only) Masquerade", "Virtual Server" or "Port Mapping"). To enable Internet access to the camera, check [Yes].
  • Page 33 Setting Default Gateway • If you have the assigned Default Gateway address by your ISP or network administrator, enter it in this data field. (Static/DHCP Only) • Set 4 digits (0—255) and 3 periods such as "192.168.0.253". But "0.0.0.0" and "255.255.255.255" are not available.

  • Page 34: Using Wireless Lan

    Wireless communication is possible by adjusting the settings of the wireless LAN to those for the router. Take a note of the settings and save them for reference. For more information about wireless setting, please refer to http://panasonic.co.jp/ pcc/products/en/netwkcam/technic/wireless/cam_set.html Click [Wireless] on the Setup page.
  • Page 35 Set each parameter for the Encryption. Setting Cipher • Select encrypting or not encrypting. • To prevent unauthorized users from reading data, selecting [WEP] is recommended. WEP Selection • Checked WEPKey is used as a standard WEPKey. Check the same number as the router. WEPKey1—4 •...
  • Page 36 Operating Instructions Notes • Some wireless devices do not support the WEP 152 bit. • The camera supports only the open system authentication. If the router or access point is set to shared key authentication, set it to auto or open system.

  • Page 37: Using Upnp (Universal Plug And Play)

    Most router manufacturers disable this feature as the default setting. See http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/technic/rtr_setup for details and see your router manual for how to enable UPnP. After the UPnP is enabled on the router, set [Enable] for auto port forwarding.

  • Page 38: Registering With The Viewnetcam.com Service

    Viewnetcam.com also allows you to easily access the camera, even when your ISP changes the IP address. Panasonic Communications recommends you to register with it for the Internet access to the camera. See http://www.viewnetcam.com for details about the Viewnetcam.com service.
  • Page 39 Notes • When the Viewnetcam.com registration website is not displayed, confirm that the URL is displayed in the right column of the Your Account Link. If the URL is not displayed, follow the procedures below. 1. Wait for a while, and click [Refresh] on the web browser. 2.

  • Page 40: Setting Date And Time

    Operating Instructions Setting Date and Time The Date and Time page allows you to set date and time. Date and time are used for image buffer/transfer, operation time and time stamps on the buffered image. Note Saving the date and time settings deletes all buffered images. Click [Date and Time] on the Setup page.
  • Page 41 Setting Time Setting • Select date and format (AM/PM or 24 H). These settings are used for image buffer/transfer, operation time and time stamps on the buffered image. But E-mail subject and file name by E-mail or FTP transfer uses only 24 h format. Automatic Time •...

  • Page 42: Changing Camera Settings

    Operating Instructions Changing Camera Settings The Camera page allows you to set the camera name, white balance, AC power source frequency and pan/tilt range. Click [Camera] on the Setup page. Set each parameter. • Clicking [Cancel] cancels your settings without saving changes.
  • Page 43 Setting Camera Name • The camera name is displayed on the Single Camera page. • Enter ASCII characters (see page 107) or characters in each language (1—15 characters for a 1-byte character and 1—7 characters for a 2-byte character). But [Space], ["], ['], [&], [<], and [>] are not available.
  • Page 44 Operating Instructions Setting Tilt Range Select from the following options. • Minimum • Home Position • Maximum • The values must be selected as minimum home position maximum. See page 45 for details about pan/tilt range settings. These home position settings are displayed as you set on page 17. Click [Save] when finished.
  • Page 45 Specifying Pan/Tilt Range Access the camera (see page 8), and click [Single] at the top of the Top page. Open another web browser, and display the Camera page (see page 42). Align the Single Camera page and the Camera page side to side. Set the pan/tilt range.

  • Page 46: Changing Authentication Setting And Administrator User Name And Password

    Operating Instructions Changing Authentication Setting and Administrator User Name and Password The Security: Administrator page allows you to change authentication, administrator user name and password. The authentication window is displayed, and allows the registered users to access the camera. Notes •...
  • Page 47 Setting General Authentication has 2 phases. Authentication • If you set [Permit access from guest users], the camera does not display the authentication window in camera access. All guest users can view the image without user name and password. Note If you set [Permit access from guest users], [Login] is displayed at the top of the page.
  • Page 48 Operating Instructions Click [Go to Security: Administrator page]. • The Security: Administrator page is displayed. Notes • When the user name and password have been changed, the camera displays an authentication window. Enter the user name and password, and click [OK]. Administrator/General Users/Guest Users The camera has 3 user levels (administrator, general users and guest users).

  • Page 49: Logging In To The Camera

    Logging in to the Camera If you set [Permit access from guest users] on the Security: Administrator page, [Login] is displayed at the top of the page. After you log in as an administrator, you can access the Setup page and the Maintenance page. Click [Login] at the top of the page.

  • Page 50: Creating, Modifying Or Deleting General Users

    Operating Instructions 2.10 Creating, Modifying or Deleting General Users The General User page allows you to create, modify or delete general users. Up to 50 general users can be registered. The access level is set for each general user. If you set [Permit access from guest users] on the Security: Administrator page, the access level can be set for guest users.
  • Page 51 Setting User ID List • Up to 50 general users can be registered. • The list is used to modify or delete general user settings. User Name/ • User Name (6 to 15 characters): Enter the user name. Password • Password (6 to 15 characters): Enter the password.

  • Page 52: Changing Initial Settings On The Single Camera Page Or The Multi-Camera Page

    Operating Instructions 2.11 Changing Initial Settings on the Single Camera page or the Multi-Camera page The Image Display page allows you to change initial settings (display settings when a user accesses the camera) of image resolution, image quality and refresh interval.
  • Page 53 • When the camera accesses the Internet, the banner displays product information about cameras or announcements about the latest firmware, etc. from Panasonic. Checking [Display] for Administrator is particularly recommended. • When checked, the banner is displayed for administrator or general users or both.
  • Page 54 Operating Instructions • When finished, "Success!" is displayed. Click [Go to Image Display page]. • The Image Display page is displayed.

  • Page 55: Configuring Multiple Cameras

    2.12 Configuring Multiple Cameras The Multi-Camera Setup page allows you to configure the camera IP addresses and camera names to view multiple images on the Multi-Camera page (maximum 12 cameras). These configurations are required to use the Multi-Camera page. Click [Multi-Camera] on the Setup page. Click [Add].
  • Page 56 Operating Instructions Setting Display • Check the box to enable the camera. IP Address • Set the IP address or the host name to enable the camera. Host Name Port No. • Set the port number (1—65535). Camera Name • This camera name is displayed only on the Multi-Camera page.

  • Page 57: Buffering Or Transferring Images By Timer

    2.13 Buffering or Transferring Images by Timer The Image Buffer/Transfer page allows you to enable image buffer/transfer by E- mail or FTP. Click [Buffer/Transfer] on the Setup page. Click [No.] to enable buffer/transfer. Check [Enable Image Buffer/Transfer], select [Timer] for trigger, and click [Next>].
  • Page 58 Operating Instructions Set the time, and click [Next>]. Note The timer works by an internal clock. Set the date and time before using timer buffer/transfer (see page 40). • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes.
  • Page 59 Setting Image • Select image resolution (640 x 480, 320 x 240 (default) or Resolution 160 x 120 pixels) to buffer or transfer. Image Quality • Select the image quality. [Favor Clarity] optimizes for good quality. [Standard] offers standard quality. [Favor Motion] optimizes for enhanced motion.
  • Page 60 Operating Instructions Select the transfer method, and click [Next>]. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes. Note If you transfer image by E-mail or FTP, confirm that the default gateway and DNS server addresses are assigned correctly (see page 30).
  • Page 61 When you set [FTP] for Transfer Method Select [FTP], and click [Next>]. The following page is displayed. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes. Setting Server IP •...
  • Page 62 Operating Instructions When you set [E-mail] for Transfer Method Select [E-mail], and click [Next>]. The following page is displayed. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes.
  • Page 63 Setting Subject • Enter a subject with ASCII characters (see page 107) or characters in each language (0—44 characters for a 1-byte character and 0—22 characters for a 2-byte character). But ["] is not available. Text • Enter text with ASCII characters (see page 107) or characters in each language (0—63 characters for a 1-byte character and 0—31 characters for a 2-byte character).

  • Page 64: Buffering Or Transferring Images By Sensor

    Operating Instructions 2.14 Buffering or Transferring Images by Sensor The Image Buffer/Transfer page allows you to enable image buffer/transfer by E- mail or FTP. Click [Buffer/Transfer] on the Setup page. Click [No.] to enable buffer/transfer. Check [Enable Image Buffer/Transfer], select [Sensor] for trigger, and click [Next>].
  • Page 65 Set the time, and click [Next>]. Note The timer works by an internal clock. Set the date and time before using timer buffer/transfer (see page 40). • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes.
  • Page 66 Operating Instructions Setting Lens Position • Set [Move to sensor position] to move the lens to the When Triggered sensor position (see page 17) when the pyroelectric infrared sensor detects temperature differences. Set the image settings, and click [Next>]. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page.
  • Page 67 Set the image buffer frequencies and non detection time, and click [Next>]. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes. Setting Enable Pre- • Check the box to enable the setting.
  • Page 68 Operating Instructions Setting Non detection • Set the length of time during which the sensor cannot be time triggered after saving images temporarily or transmitting them. This function is recommended to use not to send too many E-mails to a mobile phone. Note The internal memory cannot buffer images during Non detection time.
  • Page 69 Select the transfer method, and click [Next>]. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes. Note If you transfer image by E-mail or FTP, confirm that the default gateway and DNS server addresses are assigned correctly (see page 30).
  • Page 70 Operating Instructions When you set [FTP] for Transfer Method Select [FTP], and click [Next>]. The following page is displayed. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes.
  • Page 71 When you set [E-mail] for Transfer Method Select [E-mail], and click [Next>]. The following page is displayed. • Clicking [<Back] takes you back to the previous page. • Clicking [Cancel] takes you back to the Image Buffer/Transfer page without saving changes. Note The camera works only with an SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) server.
  • Page 72 Operating Instructions Setting Subject • Enter a subject with ASCII characters (see page 107) or characters in each language (0—44 characters for a 1-byte character and 0—22 characters for a 2-byte character). But ["] is not available. Text • Enter text with ASCII characters (see page 107) or characters in each language (0—63 characters for a 1-byte character and 0—31 characters for a 2-byte character).
  • Page 73 Click [Go to Image Buffer/Transfer page]. • The Image Buffer/Transfer page is displayed. Notes • If you set a short interval to transfer image to a mobile phone, many E- mails may be sent to it leading to a large phone bill. Therefore, we recommend you to set a long interval.

  • Page 74: Specifying Operation Time

    Operating Instructions 2.15 Specifying Operation Time The Operation Time page allows you to limit the operation time. The camera image turns to a gray screen outside the operation time. Click [Operation Time] on the Setup page. Click [No.] to set the operation time. Note If No.
  • Page 75 Click [Save] when finished. • New settings are saved. • The Operation Time page is displayed. About Operation Time In the operation time settings, the enabled settings take priority over the disabled settings. Therefore, if Monday or Tuesday is disabled in a setting but enabled in other settings, the camera can be operated on both Monday and Tuesday.

  • Page 76: Changing Indicator Display

    Operating Instructions 2.16 Changing Indicator Display The Indicator Control page allows you to select Indicator operation. Indicator has four options. • Always on • Turn the indicator on when the camera is accessed. • Turn the indicator on during sensor reaction. •...

  • Page 77: Enabling Privacy Mode

    2.17 Enabling Privacy Mode Pressing the privacy button turns the camera into privacy mode. You can keep your privacy in privacy mode. In this case, the camera operation stops, and the image transfer by timer or sensor (see page 57 or page 64) is also stopped. The indicator turns red, and viewers see a gray screen.

  • Page 78: Camera Maintenance

    Operating Instructions Camera Maintenance Maintenance page (15) (16) (17) (18) (19) (20) (21) Maintenance (15) Status Displays the camera settings and status (see page 79). (16) Wireless Status Displays wireless information (see page 79). (17) Restart Restarts the camera (see page 80). (18) Update Firmware Updates the camera firmware (see page 81).

  • Page 79: Confirming The Status

    The Status page allows you to check the status of the camera. The status information provides support for troubleshooting. Clicking [Status] displays the following page. Note See Panasonic Network Camera support website at http://panasonic.co.jp/ pcc/products/en/netwkcam/ for details about status information. 3.1.2 Confirming the Wireless Status The Wireless Status page allows you to check the wireless information.

  • Page 80: Restarting The Camera

    Operating Instructions 3.1.3 Restarting the Camera The camera restarts by disconnecting the plug of the AC cord from the outlet and reconnecting it again. The camera can also be restarted on the Restart page. Note When the camera restarts, the buffered images will be deleted. Click [Restart] on the Maintenance page.

  • Page 81: Updating The Camera Firmware

    All buffered images will be deleted after the firmware update. • The firmware version is displayed on the Top page and the Status page. Download the new firmware on the Panasonic Network Camera support website at http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/, and save it on your PC.
  • Page 82 Operating Instructions • The Update page is displayed in about 90 seconds. Click [Browse...]. • A dialog box is displayed to select the firmware. Select the firmware (including directory information) and click [Open]. • The firmware file name is displayed. Confirm the firmware file name, and click [Update Firmware].
  • Page 83 Operating Instructions Confirm that the version number on the Top page is updated. Updated version • If the version number is updated, the firmware update is complete. [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033]...

  • Page 84: Creating Configuration File

    Operating Instructions 3.1.5 Creating Configuration File A configuration file can be saved on your PC. You can load the camera settings from the configuration file on the Load Settings page (see page 85). Click [Save Settings] on the Maintenance page. Click [Save].

  • Page 85: Loading Settings From A Configuration File

    3.1.6 Loading Settings from a Configuration File The settings can be loaded from a configuration file. If you reset the camera to factory default, the camera can load its settings from the configuration file. Notes • The configuration file has network settings. When the settings are loaded, the network settings are also loaded as they were saved.

  • Page 86: Resetting The Camera To Factory Default

    Operating Instructions 3.1.7 Resetting the Camera to Factory Default All camera settings are reset to factory default directly after the Execute button is clicked. Click [Reset to Factory Default] on the Maintenance page. Click [Execute]. • The indicator blinks orange, and then turns off for 10 seconds. •...

  • Page 87: Support Page

    Support page (22) (23) (24) (25) Support (22) Help Displays the Help page (see page 87). (23) Wireless Help Displays the Wireless Help page (see page 88). (24) Product Displays product information website (see page 88). Information (25) Support Displays support information website (see page 88). Information 3.2.1 Seeing Help page...

  • Page 88: Seeing Wireless Help Page

    [Wireless Help] is displayed only when logging in as an administrator. 3.2.3 Seeing Product Information You can see product information on the Panasonic Network Camera support website. Clicking [Product Information] on the Support page displays the URL, click it. Note If the camera is not connected to the Internet, the website cannot be displayed.

  • Page 89: Factory Default Reset Button

    FACTORY DEFAULT RESET Button The camera has a FACTORY DEFAULT RESET button on the bottom. Pressing the FACTORY DEFAULT RESET button resets the camera to factory default. If you lose your user name and password, use this button to reset the camera.

  • Page 90: Default Setting List

    Operating Instructions Default Setting List Basic Items Network Connection Mode Allow Access from the Internet (Automatic Setup only) Network Configuration from Setup Program (Static/DHCP only) Port No. (Static/DHCP only) IP address (Static only) Subnet Mask (Static only) Host Name (DHCP only) Default Gateway (Static/DHCP only) DNS Server 1...
  • Page 91 Items Wireless Communication mode (Channel) SSID (Speed) Encryption (WEP) Authentication WEPKey 1—4 UPnP Auto Port Forwarding Display Shortcut Icon in My Network Places Viewnet Enable cam.com Date and Time Setting Time Automatic Time Adjustment Time Zone Adjust Clock for Daylight Saving Time Start Day End Day [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033]...
  • Page 92 Operating Instructions Items Camera Camera Name White Balance AC Power Source Frequency Pan Range (Minimum) (Home Position) (Maximum) Tilt Range (Minimum) (Home Position) (Maximum) Default Required Network Required 1—15 characters Camera Auto Auto/Fixed Indoor/ Fixed Fluorescent (White)/Fixed Fluorescent (Daylight)/Fixed Outdoor/Hold 60 Hz 50 Hz, 60 Hz -50 degrees...
  • Page 93 Account Items Security: General Administrator Authentication User Name Password Retype Password General User User ID List User Name Password Retype Password Access Level [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033] Default Required Do not permit access from guest users [Blank] When setting 6—15 characters administrator [Blank]...
  • Page 94 Operating Instructions Advanced Items Image Single Camera Image Display Resolution Single Camera Image Quality Single Camera Refresh Interval Multi-Camera Image Resolution Multi-Camera Image Quality Multi-Camera Refresh Interval Limit Continuous Motion JPEG Still Image Refresh Interval Language Default Required 320 x 240 320 x 240 or 640 x 480 Standard...
  • Page 95 Items Multi- Multi-Camera Camera Display IP Address or Host Name Port No. Camera Name Change Camera Order [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033] Operating Instructions Default Required [Blank] Checked When setting Multi-Camera [Blank] When setting IP address*1 Multi-Camera Host name*5 is 1—255 characters.
  • Page 96 Operating Instructions Items Buffer/ Status Transfer Trigger Active Time of Trigger Lens Position When Triggered Image Resolution Image Quality Image Buffer Frequency Non detection time Transfer Method Notify Operation Operation Time Time Indicator Indicator Control Control Privacy Privacy Button Mode Privacy Mode Default Required...
  • Page 97 Preset Buttons Items Preset Preset 1 Buttons Preset 2 Preset 3 Preset 4 *1 Set 4 digits (0—255) and 3 periods such as "192.168.0.253". But "0.0.0.0" and "255.255.255.255" are not available. *2 Set the number of 1—65535. *3 Enter ASCII characters for the host name (see page 107). But [Space], ["], ['], [&], [<], [>] and [:] are not available.

  • Page 98: Cleaning

    Operating Instructions Cleaning Clean the camera after the camera is turned off. 3.5.1 Cleaning the Main Unit Clean the unit with a dry and soft cloth. Notes • Do not use alcohol, polishing powder, cleanser, benzine, thinner, wax, petroleum products or hot water to wipe the camera. Also avoid pesticide, glass cleaner or hair spray.

  • Page 99: Setting An Ip Address On Your Pc

    Setting an IP Address on Your PC Your PC's IP address can be assigned by the following procedures. Display the TCP/IP Properties window. • The steps are different depending on your OS. The steps are shown below. Windows XP [Start] ( [Settings]) Internet Connections] Connection] in use...

  • Page 100: Using Setup Program

    Operating Instructions Using Setup Program The Setup Program can be used for the following purposes. • Finding the IP address and port number of the camera connected to your network. • Setting up the camera automatically. • Setting up the camera manually to a Static or a DHCP setting. •...
  • Page 101 Notes • If you try to find multiple cameras, each MAC address beside the Ethernet (LAN) port verifies which camera you are setting up. • See page 12 in the Installation/Troubleshooting for the setup from the MAC address. [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033] Operating Instructions...
  • Page 102 Operating Instructions Automatic Setup (Local or Internet Access) or Manual Setup Click [Execute] on the Camera List window shown on page 100. Click each button to execute the program. Notes • For the first time installation or after pressing the Factory Default Reset button, you must select [Automatic Setup (Local Access Only)].

  • Page 103: Setting Your Pc

    Setting Your PC 3.8.1 Setting the Proxy Server Settings on Web Browser If the proxy server is not used, the settings are not required. If you are using the proxy server, the following settings are required. • A proxy server may prevent access to the camera depending in a corporate environment.
  • Page 104 Operating Instructions Click the [Connections] tab, and click [LAN Settings]. See if the Use a proxy server check box is checked or not. If checked, click [Advanced...]. • If not checked, click [Cancel]. Proxy settings are not required. See if the check box is checked or not.
  • Page 105 Enter the camera IP address into the Do not use proxy server for addresses beginning with data field. (Example: 192.168.0.253) Click [OK]. [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033] Operating Instructions...

  • Page 106: Setting Upnp To Display Camera Shortcut In My Network Places

    Operating Instructions 3.8.2 Setting UPnP to Display Camera Shortcut in My Network Places To display the camera shortcut in the My Network Places folder, Windows component should be added. Enable UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) following the steps below. Windows XP [Start] ( Programs] [Add/Remove Windows Components]...

  • Page 107: Ascii Character Table

    ASCII Character Table ASCII Character Table (space) " & < > [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033] Operating Instructions...

  • Page 108: File Size And Number Of Buffered Images

    Operating Instructions 3.10 File Size and Number of Buffered Images The following table shows the relationship between the file size of the image and the maximum number of buffered images. Note The following file sizes were shown at the largest value. Resolution Items File Size About 60 KB...

  • Page 109: Specifications

    3.11 Specifications Network Camera Items Pan/Tilt Angle Pan: -50 ° to +50 °, Tilt: -40 ° to +10 ° Number of Pixels 1/4-inch CMOS Sensor 320,000 pixels Illuminance 1—10,000 lx White Balance Auto/Manual/Hold Focus Fixed 0.5 m (20 inches)—Infinity Caliber Ratio (F No.) F2.8 Horizontal Viewing Angle 43 °...
  • Page 110 Operating Instructions Other Specifications Items Interface Sensor Detection Method Sensor Range Indicator Display Dimension (WHD) Weight Power Supply Temperature Humidity Wireless Specifications Items Communication mode (Communication Standard) Data Transfer Mode Frequency Range Channel Security Specifications Wired: 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet RJ-45 connector x 1 Wireless: IEEE 802.11b/g (Embedded) Pyroelectric Infrared Sensor...

  • Page 111: Index

    Operating Instructions Index...
  • Page 112 Operating Instructions ActiveX Controls 11 Administrator/General Users/Guest Us- ers 48 ASCII Character Table 107 Buffered Image page 23 Camera Access 8 Camera page 42 Capture Image Button 14 Cleaning 98 Click to Center 13 CPU 4 Date and Time page 40 Default Setting List 90 FACTORY DEFAULT RESET Button 89 General User page 50...
  • Page 113 Operating Instructions Top page 9 Update Firmware page 81 UPnP page 37 Viewnetcam.com Service 38 Web Browser 4 Wireless 34 Wireless Help page 88...
  • Page 114 Symptom Send the unit to an authorized servicenter, prepaid and adequately insured. Do not send your unit to the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company listed below or to executive or regional sales offices. These locations do not repair consumer products. Operating Instructions are subject to change without notice.

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