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Network Camera
Operating Instructions
Model No. KX-HCM230
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 3.5.4 Security: Administrator ..............................................................................60 3.5.5 Security: General User..............................................................................62 3.5.6 Top View Image.........................................................................................64 3.5.7 Image Transfer ..........................................................................................66 3.5.8 Camera Setup ............
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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 Splash Resistant body Network Camera has a splash resistant body. The splash resistant body allows Network Camera to be used indoors and outdoors. Note that the attached AC adaptor is intended for indoor use only. Refer to page 92 for Outdoor Cabling and Mounting. Easy installation Setup CD-ROM simplifies the installation. Insert the Setup CD-ROM and autorun program should start the application automatically. This prog
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Operating Instructions 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 Network Camera increases, the overall motion performance will decrease. External I/O (Input/Output) The external sensors/devices such as a door sensor can be connected via the External Sensor Input. The external sensors
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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) ® Interface 10/100 Mbps Ethernet card for your network
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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 60 for setting up Authentication window, the administrator ID and the password. Refer to page 62 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 Lens Cover Indicator (Refer to page 84 for the setup.) Fixed Focus Lens 1 m (40 inches)—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 84. Color indications are shown below. 1 Not on the LAN Power Orange Orange blinking* Orange on On the LAN Orange Green blinking Green Nor
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Operating Instructions 1.3.2 Rear View External I/O CLEAR SETTING button (Refer to (Refer to page 107.) page 101.) DC IN jack Mounting Hole for the (Refer to various mounting. page 20.) (Refer to page 98.) Serial Number and MAC Ethernet port address (RJ-45) Record the serial number (Refer to and MAC address on page 20.) Network Camera Memo on Grounding page 3. They are (Earth) indispensable for setting Terminal network parameters after Hook for AC mounting Network Camera adaptor cord and for fut
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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) Confirm the Network Camera Access from the Internet. (Page 32—Page 33) Install Network Camera outdoors. (Page 92—Page 100) [For assistance, please call: 1-80
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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* LAN/Intranet 1 * Network traffic can be improved by using the Ethernet switching hub. [Ty
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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 Connect the DC plug of the AC adaptor to the DC IN jack and a category 5 straight/ cross cable to the Ethernet port. Connect the AC plug of the AC adaptor to the power outlet to turn on Network Camera. Pan/Tilt moves to the center position. AC adaptor Power Outlet DC IN jack To Network DC Plug Ethernet port Category 5 straight/cross cable Notes AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device, so ensure that the power ou
