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Network Camera
Operating Instructions
Model No. KX-HCM8
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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. Screws — 3 pcs. Setup CD-ROM — 1 pc. Rear Mounting Adaptor — 1 pc. For operation assistance: • Call 1-800-272-7033 Refer to the Panasonic Network Camera Site http://www.panasonic.com/netcam 2
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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,
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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 dust on the Fixed Focus Lens, wipe the Fixed Focus Lens with lens cleaning paper. 6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
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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 3.5.6 Top View Image ........................................................................................60 3.5.7 Image Transfer..........................................................................................62 3.5.8 Camera Setup ...........................................................................................74 3.5.9 Multi-Camera.............................................................................................76 3.5.10 External Output Co
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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 Easy installation Setup CD-ROM simplifies the installation. Insert the Setup CD-ROM and autorun program should start the application automatically. This program automatically finds Network Camera on the network. High-Speed Motion JPEG Network Camera has an integrated web server. Motion JPEG displays up to 15 frames per second, if the network provides enough bandwidth. To conserve bandwidth, JPEG - Regularly Refresh
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Operating Instructions Update Firmware If new firmware is released, you can download the latest program from Network Camera Technical Support Site. Installation is easy and fast. Refer to page 82 for details. Authentication Authentication window requires you to enter the administrator/general user ID and password. Password security can prevent unregistered users/intruders from accessing your image from their web browsers. Refer to Section 1.1.3 Authentication—System Security Feature for det
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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 56 for setting up Authentication window, the administrator ID and the password. Refer to page 58 for setting up the general user ID and the p
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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. Order No. PQLV10Y Order No. PSKL1020Z Screws Setup CD-ROM Rear Mounting Adaptor — 3 pcs. — 1 pc. — 1 pc. Order No. PQHE5004Z Order No. PSQX2904ZCD Order No. PSYLHCM8M Notes If any items are missing, contact the dealer immediately. The order numbers listed above are subject to change without
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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. Setup CD-ROM may have a scratch on the surface.
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Operating Instructions 1.3 Camera Feature Locations 1.3.1 Front View Power Indicator (Refer to page 79 for the setup.) Fixed Focus Lens 1 m (40 inches) – Infinity Attachment Lens (30.5 mm) (customer provided) Turn the attachment lens till it stops. Power Indicator Power Indicator can be controlled on Indicator Control window on page 79. Power Indicator blinks in the following situations. During the Update Firmware. During initializing after pushing CLEAR SETTING button. During getting the
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Operating Instructions 1.3.2 Rear View I/O Connector CLEAR SETTING button (Refer to page 91.) (Refer to page 97.) Ethernet port MAC Address and Serial (RJ-45) Number are indicated on (Refer to page 20.) the label. Record both of them on Network Camera Memo on page 3. They are DC IN jack indispensable for setting (Refer to page 20.) network parameters after mounting Network Camera and for future customer Ethernet Indicator servicing. (Refer to page 20.) (Refer to page 29.) Hook for AC Us
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Operating Instructions Section 2 Network Camera Setup 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) Mount Network Camera. (Page 87—Page 90) [For assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033]
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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.
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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 Ca
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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. Ethernet Indicator turns on when the network is active. Thread the AC adaptor AC adaptor line through the hook downward. Power Outlet DC plug Connect a category 5 cable to the Ethernet port. Notes AC adaptor is used
