Model No. L O C K O P E N (This illustration represents WV-SC385.) Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. The model number is abbreviated in some descriptions in this manual.
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Contents Important safety instructions ............................. 4 Limitation of liability ................................5 Disclaimer of warranty ............................... 5 Preface ....................................6 About notations ................................. 6 Main functions ................................... 6 About the user manuals ..............................7 System requirements for a PC ............................7 Trademarks and registered trademarks..........................
Important safety instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
THE CORRESPONDING PRODUCT (S). Disclaimer of warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd. BE LIABLE TO ANY PARTY OR ANY PERSON, EXCEPT FOR REPLACEMENT OR REASONABLE MAINTENANCE OF THE PRODUCT, FOR THE CASES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO BELOW: (1) ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR EXEMPLARY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE PRODUCT;...
Preface The network cameras WV-SC385/WV-SC384 are designed to operate using a PC on a network (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX). By connecting to a network (LAN) or the Internet, images and audio from the camera can be monitored on a PC via a net- work.
PC, download the latest Adobe Reader from the Adobe web site and install it. "SC385, SC384" shown in the instructions and illustrations used in these operating instructions indicates the WV-SC385, WV-SC384. * English screens are used in these operating instructions.
Trademarks and registered trademarks • Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Internet Explorer, ActiveX and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trade- marks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation. •...
Precautions Refer installation work to the dealer. The exclusively designed mount bracket shall be Installation work requires technique and experiences. used. Failure to observe this may cause fire, electric shock, Failure to observe this may cause a drop resulting in injury injury, or damage to the product.
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[Precautions for use] About SDHC/SD memory card • Before removing the SDHC/SD memory card from the camera, it is necessary to select “Not use” for “SD This product is designed to be used indoors. This memory card” first. The recorded data may be cor- product is not operable outdoors.
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AVC Patent Portfolio License THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL USE OF A CONSUMER OR OTHER USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT RECEIVE REMUNERATION TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD ("AVC VIDEO") AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A...
Precautions for installation Panasonic assumes no responsibility for injuries or property damage resulting from failures arising out of improper installation or operation inconsistent with this documentation. Installing place Screw tightening Contact your dealer for assistance if you are unsure of an •...
Camera mount bracket (accessory) FRONT Safety wire LO CK O P E N Decorative cover (accessory) Camera (This illustration represents WV-SC385.) Front view Transparent part (over the lens) WV-SC385 WV-SC385 SDHC/SD memory card slot cover SDHC/SD memory card slot Panasonic logo plate...
Rear view INITIAL SET button Cable guide Access indicator (blinking at accessing) Audio output connector 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX Link indicator INITIAL POWER LINK EXT I/O MIC/LINE IN AUDIO OUT MONITOR OUT Monitor out connector (lighting at linking) for adjustment 12V IN 4 3 2 1 Network connector Safety wire holder...
Installations/Connections Caution: • ONLY CONNECT 12 V DC CLASS 2 POWER SUPPLY (UL 1310/CSA 223) or LIMITED POWER SOURCE (IEC UL/CSA 60950-1). This camera is designed to be installed on a ceiling. Before starting the installation/connection, prepare the required devices and cables. Before starting the connection, turn off the power of the devices including the camera and the PC or disconnect from the 12 V DC power supply.
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Wire through a hole in the ceiling Step 1 Step 3 Fix the camera mount bracket (accessory) with four Insert the SDHC/SD memory card into the SDHC/SD optional fixing screws (M4 or M6, locally procured). memory card slot. Refer to page 26 for how to insert the There should be no obstacles such as wall in a range of SDHC/SD memory card.
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Specification of cable (wire): AWG #22 - #28, Single core, twisted Important: Strip range • Connect/disconnect the audio cables and turn on the power of the camera after turning off the power of the Approx. 9 mm - 10 mm audio output devices.
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Center of the Step 8 camera mount bracket Connect the cables to the network connector and the power inlet. Important: • When the power of the camera is turned on, the cam- era will start panning and the position will automati- Base part Guide part cally be initialized.
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• 12 V DC power supply terminal Step 9 q Loosen the screw of the power cable plug (accesso- After completing the cable connections, attach the deco- ry). rative cover (accessory). w Connect the output cable to the power cable plug. Strip 3 mm to 7 mm {1/8 inches to 9/32 inches} from q Align the indication "OPEN"...
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Wire without making a hole in the ceiling Step 1 Install the camera by following step 1 and steps 3 - 8 of the "Wire through a hole in the ceiling" section (☞ pages 16 - 18). It is unnecessary to make a hole in the ceiling as described in step O P E 2 of the "Wire through a hole in the ceiling"...
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Place the camera upside-down on a desktop without fixing SC385 Use it as a simple desktop device at meetings and on other occasions. Place the camera on a level place not subject to vibrations. Ensure that the camera does not fall. When using the camera upside-down, select "On (desktop)"...
Installation examples The following are installation examples in which a mount bracket (option) is used with this camera. <For using the WV-Q154S> • Embedded box (locally procured) • Strong wall Embedded box (locally procured) WV-Q154S (option) Camera • Concrete Anchor bolt Anchor bolt (locally procured) (locally procured)
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<For using the WV-Q156S> WV-Q105A (option) Anchor bolt Mounting screws (4 pcs, WV-Q105A supplied) Safety wire angle Ceiling board such as plaster board Safety wire WV-Q156S (option) Inner cover Camera Dome cover...
Connection example When connecting with a PC directly Powered speaker (option) LAN cable Microphone (option) (category 5 or better, cross, STP*) To AC outlet <Required cable> LAN cable (category 5 or better, cross, STP*) * For Europe When connecting to a network using a PoE hub Video monitor (for adjustment use only) Powered speaker...
Detach the camera The camera is fixed on the camera mount bracket using the fixing screw. Remove the camera by following the instructions below. Important: • Do not detach the camera in a different way from the one described below. It may damage the camera. Step 1 Rotate the decorative cover (accessory) counterclockwise until the indication "OPEN"...
• When inserting an SDHC/SD memory card, make sure the direction. Step 1 Step 4 Push the left corner of the Panasonic logo plate on the Shut the SDHC/SD memory card slot cover and lock the front panel to unlock the SDHC/SD memory card slot cover by pushing the Panasonic logo plate.
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Step 2 Push the SDHC/SD memory card until a click is heard and then pull the SDHC/SD memory card from the slot. Step 3 Shut the SDHC/SD memory card slot cover and lock the cover by pushing the Panasonic logo plate.
Select the camera you want to configure, and click [Access Camera]. Note: • When cameras are displayed in [Panasonic IP Setting] screen, click the camera with same MAC address as the MAC address printed on the camera that you want to configure.
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• When changing settings related to the network settings, such as connection mode, IP address, and subnet mask, click the [Network Settings] button in [Panasonic IP Setting] screen as shown in step 3, then change each setting. • Due to security enhancements in “IP Setting Software”, “Network settings” of the camera to be configured cannot be changed when around 20 minutes have passed after turning on the power of the camera.
Troubleshooting Before asking for repairs, check the symptoms with the following table. Contact your dealer if a problem cannot be solved even after checking and trying the solution in the table or a problem is not described below. Reference Symptom Cause/solution pages When using DC power supply...
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Instructions Live indicator lights red. Or install the software to format the SDHC/SD memory card on (included in the PC. Refer to our website (http://security.panasonic.com/pss/ the CD-ROM) security/support/info.html) for further information about the sup- ported software. • Isn't the inserted SDHC/SD memory card faulty?
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About the live indicator The live indicator will light or blink as follows depending on the camera status. Operation status Indicator status When the power is turned on Before the network Blinks orange connection is established Blinks orange Blinks green Lights green When the network connection is established During the standby or connection (Cable is not connected.)
12 V DC, PoE (IEEE802.3af compliant) Power consumption: WV-SC385: 12 V DC*: 1 A, PoE 48 V: 12 W/230 mA (Class 0 device) WV-SC384: 12 V DC*: 690 mA, PoE 48 V: 10 W/190 mA (Class 0 device) * ONLY CONNECT 12 V DC CLASS 2 POWER SUPPLY (UL 1310/CSA 223) or LIMITED POWER SOURCE (IEC/EN/UL/CSA 60950-1).
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Zoom ratio: 36x with Extra Optical Zoom (under VGA) Digital (electronic) zoom: WV-SC385: 12x (Max 432x combined with Extra Optical Zoom under VGA) WV-SC384: 8x (Max 288x combined with Extra Optical Zoom under VGA) Focal length: 4.7 mm - 84.6 mm Maximum aperture ratio: 1:1.6 (WIDE) - 2.8 (TELE)
Standard accessories Installation Guide (this document) ........1 set Warranty card ..............1 set CD-ROM* ...............1 pc. Code label* ..............1 pc. *1 The CD-ROM contains the operating instructions and different kinds of tool software programs. *2 This label may be required for network management. The network administrator shall retain the code label. The following parts are used during installation procedures.
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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
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For Europe and other countries: Panasonic Corporation Panasonic System Communications Company of North America, http://panasonic.net Unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America www.panasonic.com/business/ Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd. For customer support, call 1.800.528.6747 Fukuoka, Japan Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Authorised Representative in EU: Panasonic Canada Inc.