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Network Camera
Operating Instructions
Model No. KX-HCM270
Please read this manual before using and save this manual for future reference.
Panasonic Network Camera Site: http://www.panasonic.com/netcam
for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico
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Operating Instructions Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Network Camera. Check the following items when unpacking. Network Camera —1 pc. Operating Instructions —1 pc. Getting Started —1 pc. AC Adaptor —1 pc. Flexible Stand —1 pc. Sunshade —1 pc. Setup CD-ROM —1 pc. Rubber Cap —1 pc. Putties —1 set(4 pcs.) Self Bonding tape —1 pc. Connector Cover —1 pc. Screws —5 pcs. Screws for Flexible Stand —3 pcs. For operation assistance: Call 1-800-272-7033 Refer to the Panasonic Network
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Operating Instructions Trademarks Netscape and Netscape Navigator are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Netscape Communications Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Adobe and Acrobat are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Ethernet is either a registered trademark or a trademark of Xerox Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, MS-DOS, Hotm
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Operating Instructions 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 Cover, wipe the Lens Cover with a dry cloth. 6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's inst
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Operating Instructions Table of Contents 1 Product Introduction......................................................7 1.1 Getting to Know Network Camera .................................................... 8 1.1.1 Main Features............................................................................................. 8 1.1.2 System Requirements .............................................................................. 10 1.1.3 Authentication—System Security Feature .......................
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Operating Instructions 3.5.3 Name/Time................................................................................................62 3.5.4 Security: Administrator ..............................................................................64 3.5.5 Security: General User..............................................................................66 3.5.6 Top View Image.........................................................................................68 3.5.7 Image Transfer ..........
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Operating Instructions Section 1 Product Introduction [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033] 7
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Operating Instructions 1.1 Getting to Know Network Camera 1.1.1 Main Features Wireless Communication Network Camera corresponds to the wireless system based on IEEE 802.11b. Wireless installation will play an increasing role in flexible mounting. ® Communication via Ethernet (10Base-T) cable is also available. Encryption establishes the security on the wireless network. Splash Resistant body Network Camera has a splash resistant body. The splash resistant body allows Network Camera to be used in
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Operating Instructions Multi-Camera Screen Using Multi-Camera screen you can simultaneously view up to four Network Cameras at various locations. Clicking on each Camera Name switches to the Single Camera screen from the Multi-Camera screen. Multi-Client Access NetworkCameraallowsupto30usersto view MotionJPEG image simultaneously. Users can access the Top View Image screen (Single Camera/ Multi-Camera screen) from their own locations. Note that as the number of users simultaneously connected to
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Operating Instructions 1.1.2 System Requirements The PC (Personal Computer) and the network must meet the following technical specifications for Network Camera to work properly. Item Description ® ® Operating Microsoft Windows 95, Microsoft Windows 98/SE System Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows Me ® Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Microsoft Windows XP Network TCP/IP network protocol installed. Protocol (HTTP, TCP, UDP, IP, DNS, ARP, ICMP) Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11b Standard Interface 10/100 Mbp
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Operating Instructions 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 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 passw
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Operating Instructions 1.2 Included Accessories The following items are provided with Network Camera. Additional pieces can be ordered by calling 1-800-332-5368. AC Adaptor — 1 pc. Flexible Stand — 1 pc. Sunshade — 1 pc. Order No. PSLP1233Z Order No. PSKL1020Y Order No. PSYC1HCM230M Setup CD-ROM — 1 pc. Rubber Cap — 1 pc. Putties — 1 set (4 pcs.) Order No. PSQX2904ZCD Order No. PSHG1236Z Order No. PSHG1238Z Self Bonding tape Screws — 5 pcs. Connector Cover — 1 pc. Order No. XTW3+12PVW — 1 pc. Or
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Operating Instructions 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-ROMmayhaveascratchonthe surface. Do not l
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Operating Instructions 1.3 Camera Feature Locations 1.3.1 Front View Antenna Lens Cover 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°. Indicator Indicator can be controlled on Indicator Control window on page 88. Color indications are shown below. 1 Not on the LAN Power Orange Orange blinking* Orange on On the LAN Orange Green blinking G
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Operating Instructions 1.3.2 Rear View Antenna (Refer to page 97.) External I/O CLEAR SETTING button (Refer to (Refer to page 112.) page 106.) Mounting Hole for the DC IN jack various mounting. (Refer to (Refer to page 103.) page 20.) Ethernet port Serial Number and MAC (RJ-45) address (Refer to Record the serial number and page 20.) MAC address on Network Grounding Camera Memo on page 3. (Earth) They are indispensable for Terminal setting network parameters Hook for AC after mounting Network ad
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Operating Instructions Section 2 NetworkCameraSetup 16
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Operating Instructions 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) Install Network Camera out
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Operating Instructions 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 Ethernet switching hub* or wireless access point LAN/Intranet 1 * Network traffic can be improved by using the Et
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Operating Instructions [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]. Modem Internet 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
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Operating Instructions 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 th
