Panasonic AJ-SFU3100G User Manual

User Guide

Wireless LAN Upgrade Software Key

Model No.AJ-SFU3100G

ENGLISH

M0311AT0 -FJ VQT3R17 (E)

About Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Before Using . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Major Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Attach the wireless module (AJ-WM30G) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Enable the wireless LAN function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Setup the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Set wireless LAN for the P2 cam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Activate the wireless LAN function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Set wireless LAN for computer/cell phone terminals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connecting to computer/iPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Connecting to iPod Touch/iPhone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Compatible Models. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

List of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Notice Regarding Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

About Trademarks

 SD logo is a registered trademark.  SDHC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.  Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are trademarks

or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

 This document refers to the following OS (Operating

System) as “Windows 7”. Micorsoft Micorsoft

Windows® 7 operating system

Windows Vista® operating system

Before Using

 Descriptions in this document are based on the assumption

that settings regarding the wireless LAN on the computer and mobile terminals are completed. For how to setup these settings, please contact the manufacturers of the devices you are using.

 Please note that Panasonic cannot take any responsibility

regarding any damages caused by incorrect setting of the network in order to use this function. Please also note that Panasonic cannot take any responsibility regarding any damages caused by using this function.

 Descriptions in this document are based on the assumption

that you have read the operating instructions of the P2 Cam (Part number: AJ-HPX3100G) and understand the operation of the memory card and camera recorder (referred as P2 Cam hereafter) .

 Phrases in “ ” in this document refer to button names and

icon names displayed on the browser screen. Phrases in [ ] in this document refer to contents displayed on the P2 Cam menu.

 This document describes reference pages as (page 00).

 Apple, Mac, Mac OS, MacBook, iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad,

QuickTime and Safari are registered trademarks of Apple Inc., in the United States and other countries.

 Java and other Java-based marks are trademarks or

registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the U.S.

 Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance.  Other company names and product names mentioned in

this document are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.

_ About the illustrations in this document

 Illustrations of the P2 Cam itself or the menu screen may be

different from how they actually are.

_ About the terms

 Both SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory Cards are

referred to as SD Memory Cards.

 Memory cards with the “P2” logo (optional AJ-P2C064XG,

etc.) are referred to as “P2 Card”(s).

 An image created with a single recording operation is

referred to as a “clip”, and is described as such in this document.

_ About the Software Licensing Agreement

 Before using the product, first read the “Software Licensing

Agreement”. To use the product, you must agree to the terms of this Agreement. If you do not agree to this Agreement, or if you have any questions, do not open the pouch containing the key code, and contact the dealer at the point of purchase. If you open the pouch containing the key code, you are agreeing to contents of this license agreement.

_ About the Key Code

 Because the key code is required for re-registration of this

product, keep it in a safe place together with the associated P2 cam serial number.

Getting Started

Confirming status / shot setting information Confirmation of the thumbnail Proxy playback Download of proxy file/clip management information Metadata display/edit Adding/deleting of the metadata (Shotmark/TextMemo)

IEEE802.11b/g Ad Hoc Mode

The AJ-SFU3100G wireless LAN upgrade software key is an upgrade software key to enable the wireless LAN connection option function for the AJ-HPX3100G P2 cam. it is possible to perform the following using a Web browser. Wireless LAN is compatible with IEEE802.11b and IEEE802.11g.

 Confirmation of the camera status  Confirmation of the thumbnail images  Proxy playback  Download of proxy file/ clip management information  Displaying of the metadata.  Adding/deleting of the metadata (Shotmark/Textmemo)

<Note>

The optional wireless module (model number: AJ-WM30) is required. Do not attach other commercially-available wireless modles. When downloading the proxy file to a PC, make sure that there is enough capacity on the disk for the download before operating. The separately-sold video encoder board (AJ-YDX30G) is required to play the proxy and download the proxy file.

Precautions

_ Carefully read “Before using” and “Precautions when using” in the Operating Instructions for the wire-

less module (model number: AJ-WM30) and use after fully understanding the content.

_ To avoid mistakes with this product, the following restrictions apply.

Supported specification

Communication frequency

Communication

IEEE802.11b/g

* IEEE802.11a and IEEE802.11n cannot be used

2412 MHz - 2462 MHz (1 - 11 ch)

* 12 ch or higher cannot be used.

Mode ad hoc

* Cannot be used in infrastructure mode.

_ On use abroad

In order to comply with regulations concerning radio in various regions of the world, the following four AJ-WM30 models are for sale. Note that none of the products may be used outside the countries or regions that support them.

Product name Region where it can be used

AJ-WM30MC People’s Republic of China

AJ-WM30P United States of America, Canada, Mexico, Argentina, Peru, Taiwan

AJ-WM30E EU member nations, EFTA member nations, Australia, New Zealand, Russia, Ukraine, Saudi Arabia, UAE,

Kuwait, Oman, Egypt, Republic of South Africa, Republic of Korea, the Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore

AJ-WM30 Japan

_ In addition, note the following when used in these countries.

 In France outdoor use is not allowed.

_ The Wireless Module (AJ-WM30) is installed with the antenna facing the rear of the P2 camera (AJ-

HPX3100). Because of this, signal strength is reduced towards the front of the camera (lens side). When performing tasks requiring high transfer speeds, such as viewing or downloading proxies, please use the computer, iPad, iPod Touch, iPhone, etc., from a position within 45 degrees of the rear of the camera.

Major Operations

Computer environment required for connection

 First, confirm that the wireless LAN function is installed on

the computer you are using.

 Make sure to confirm the following setting before connecting

the wireless module (AJ-WM30) to the computer.

 This does not guarantee the operation between all the

wireless LAN adapters and the wireless LAN adapter installed in the computer.

Check 1: Settings of the wireless LAN

Computer with a built-in wireless LAN function

 Is the wireless LAN enabled?

Computer without a built-in wireless LAN function

 Is the wireless LAN adapter correctly recognized?  Is the wireless LAN adapter enabled?  Install the driver for the wireless LAN adapter in

advance. For how to install the driver, refer to the operating instructions of the wireless LAN adapter.

Check 2: Settings of the computer

 You may not be able to connect with the P2 Cam when

security (firewall) software or utility software for the wireless LAN adapter is installed.

 Is the network bridge setup?  Is the firewall disabled?

Required system configuration

A computer fulfilling the following conditions is required to use wireless LAN.

_ Windows PC

Microsoft Windows® 7 Professional 32/64 bit Microsoft Windows Vista

_ Macintosh

Mac OS X v10.5.x, v10.6.x *1 Not guaranteed except for pre-installed or a clean install.  The latest information regarding the operation check version

is published on the following website.

_ iPad/iPod touch/iPhone

iOS v 4.2 *2 For iPod Touch and iPhone devices before the 3rd

generation, images recorded with HQ and SHQ mode cannot be played.

 The latest information regarding the operation check version

is published on the following website.

<Note>

Please note that there is no guarantee of operation when used on a system environment other than that mentioned above, or on home-made computers.

_ About the Web browser

 A Web browser is required to perform Web control.  Regarding supported browsers, the latest information is

published on the following website.

Business 32/64bit

_ About The Media Player

 QuickTime is required to play the proxy image.  The latest information regarding the operation check version

is published on the following website.

_ About Java Runtime

 Java Runtime is used for the camera status display.  The latest information regarding the operation check version

is published on the following website. http://pro-av.panasonic.net/

This does not guarantee operation with computers that fulfill the above conditions.

Preparation

Screws

Cover

AJ-WM30

Preparing to connect computers, iPad/iPod Touch/iPhone to the P2 cam.

Attach the wireless module (AJ-WM30G)

1 Remove 2 screws from the P2 Cam (Part number: AJ-

HPX3100G) main body, and remove the cover by sliding it backward of the P2 Cam.

2 Attach the wireless module (Part number: AJ-WM30) to

the USB port.

Enable the wireless LAN function

When connecting the P2 cam with a computer after purchase, enable the function by importing the 30 digit activation code into the P2 cam main unit. The activation code can be obtained by accessing the site where activation codes are issued, and authenticate the device information exported from the P2 cam and the key code bundled with the product following the displayed procedure. The procedure requires an SD memory card (formatted with the P2 cam), a computer equipped with an SD memory card slot, and an Internet connection environment.

1 Export the device information of the P2 cam to the

SD memory card

Start the P2 cam, insert the SD memory card and press the THUMBNAIL button, when you select [ACTIVATE][EXPORT PRODUCT SERIAL #] - [YES], the folder, private/meigroup/pavcn/sbg/p2sd/actv/ is created inside the SD memory card, and the P2 cam device information is saved in the file, SERIAL.LST.

3 Replace the cover removed in 1, and fasten the 2

screws.

<Note>

When using wireless LAN, make sure the cover removed in the foregoing task is firmly fastened.

Close the dialog display by pressing the [SET] button.

 When the [ACTIVATE] menu does not appear, it is

necessary to update the firmware version in the AJHPX3100G. See the latest information about firmware on the P2 support page on the following website. http://pro-av.panasonic.net/

 Perform the update after seeing “Updating the

Firmware incorporated into the unit” (page 199) in the AJ-HPX3100G Operating Instructions for how to update the firmware.

 Device information for a maximum of 100 devices can

be stored in one SD memory card by repeating the operations in step 1 for P2 cams that you want to issue the activation code for. The site that issues the activation code can read all device information for multiple devices stored on the SD memory card, and batch issue activation codes for the multiple devices.

 When an error dialog appears, check insertion of the

SD memory card, write inhibit setting, free space, etc.

 It is recommended that you use an SD memory card

formatted with the P2 cam to prevent unexpected errors.

2 Remove the SD memory card from the P2 Cam.

Insert it in a computer and connect to the activation code publication site below from a browser. Follow the procedures described in the site to acquire the activation code.

http://panasonic.biz/sav/actkey_e

<Notes>

 The private/meigroup/pavcn/sbg/p2sd/actv/ folder

created in step delete the folder, or format the SD memory card.

 When a file named ACTIVE.LST already exists in the

private/meigroup/pavcn/sbg/p2sd/actv/ folder of the SD memory card, the file name may automatically change depending on the browser that you are using. Save the file after confirming that ACTIVE.LST does not exist in the folder mentioned above.

1 will be required in step 3, so do not

3 Save the acquired activation code in the private/

meigroup/pavcn/sbg/p2sd/actv/ folder of the SD Memory Card created in Step 1 following the instructions from the site then remove the SD Memory Card from the computer.

<Note>

Depending on the computer and the OS type, sometimes operations are required before removing the SD memory card.

4 Insert the SD memory card where the P2 cam

activation code is stored, press the THUMBNAIL MENU button, and select [ACTIVATE] - [IMPORT ACTIVATION CODE] - [YES]

If activation fails, the following message will appear.

<Notes>

 If an error dialog is displayed, check the insertion of the SD

memory card and the storage location of the file where the activation code was stored in step ACTIVE.LST).

 Activation codes acquired based on information for other P2

devices than AJ-HPX3100 or other key codes for other products do not work.

3 (file name:

5 Restart the P2 cam

<Notes>

 During the above operations, if you perform operations not

mentioned in the above procedures on data in the SD memory card, you may not be able to continue the activation process.

 When activation is completed, the menu required for setting

the wireless LAN network will appear.

 The activated function can be checked on the [ACTIVATE] -

[ACTIVATION LIST] menu.

After activation, the message [ACTIVATION COMPLETED!] will be displayed.

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