Panasonic BY-HPE11KTCE Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions
Indoor Use Only
BY-HPE11R
BY-HPE11H
Coaxial - LAN Converter with PoE function
Model No. BY-HPE11KTCE
Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
Introduction
Introduction
About the user manuals
There are 2 sets of operating instructions for this unit as follows. – Installation Guide: Explains how to install and connect devices. – Operating Instructions (PDF): Explains how to perform the settings and how to
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The BY-HPE11R adaptor is called the camera adaptor and the BY-HPE11H adaptor is called the center adaptor in this document.
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2 Operating Instructions
For Your Safety
For Your Safety
To prevent severe injury and loss of life/property, read this section carefully before using the unit to ensure proper and safe operation of your unit.
WARNING
Consult an authorized dealer for mounting
Experience and knowledge are required to perform mounting of the unit. Incorrect mounting can cause damage to the unit, fire, electric shock, or injury. Make sure to consult an authorized dealer for mounting.
Do not damage the AC cord or power plug
Do not allow the AC cord or plug to be damaged, placed near heat emitting devices, excessively pulled, bent or placed under heavy objects. Using damaged AC cords or plugs can result in the risk of fire or electric shock. Contact an authorized service center for AC cord and plug repairs.
Do not use the unit if it does not work normally
Unplug the unit from the power outlet if it emits smoke, an abnormal smell or makes unusual noise. Consult an authorized service center for repairs.
Do not disassemble or repair the unit
To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire, do not disassemble the unit. Contact an authorized service center when service is required.
Use only the power source specified for the unit
Overloading the unit by having many loads on one electrical outlet, etc. may cause excessive heat resulting in fire.
Completely insert the power plug into the power outlet
Failure to do so may cause electric shock and/or excessive heat resulting in a fire. Do not use damaged power plugs or power outlets.
Regularly remove any dust, etc. from the power plug
Regularly remove any dust, etc. from the power plug by pulling it from the power outlet, then wiping with a dry cloth. Accumulated dust may cause an insulation defect from moisture, etc., resulting in a fire.
Do not bring metal objects near the power outlet slots
This may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not hold the power plug by the metal parts
This may result in electric shock or fire.
Never touch the power plug with wet hands
This may result in electric shock.
Operating Instructions 3
For Your Safety
Do not touch the unit, LAN cable, coaxial cable, AC cord, or power plug during thunderstorms
This may result in electric shock.
Do not use the included AC cord with other devices
This may result in electric shock or fire.
Only use the included AC cord
Using other AC cords may result in electric shock or fire.
Place the unit securely on a stable, level surface
Serious damage and/or injury may result if the unit falls.
Do not install the unit in a dusty or moist place
This may result in electric shock or fire.
Never push any objects into the unit or spill any liquids on the unit
This may result in electric shock or fire. Disconnect the AC cord and contact an authorized service center if any foreign objects or liquids enter the unit.
Regularly check the unit
Rusted brackets or screws may cause the unit to fall causing serious damage and/or injury. Consult an authorized dealer for checks.
Mount the unit to secure locations that can support the weight of the unit
Serious damage and/or injury may result if the unit falls. Reinforce the mounting area if it has insufficient strength to secure the unit.
Make sure to use the safety wire
Attach the safety wire in a position so that if the camera adaptor were to become detached, it would not fall on nearby people.
Do not use the unit where it can be exposed to flammable or explosive gasses
This may cause the unit to explode resulting in injury.
Do not mount the unit where it can be exposed to vibrations
This may cause the unit to fall resulting in injury.
Do not use the unit where it can be exposed to corrosive gas or salty conditions
This may cause the unit parts to degrade and the unit may fall resulting in damage and/or injury.
Do not drop, or expose the unit to strong shaking
This may result in electric shock or fire.
4 Operating Instructions
For Your Safety
Turn the power off before performing wiring
This may result in electric shock, or result in fire from wiring shorts or incorrect wiring.
Only use mounting brackets made for the unit
Serious damage and/or injury may result if the unit falls.
Do not damage coaxial cables, insert objects into the conductor, or connect coaxial cables with incomplete relays
If water or other objects enter the conductor, or coaxial cables with incomplete relays are connected, it may result in electric shock or fire. Disconnect the AC cord and contact an authorized service center if there is any damage to the coaxial cables.
Do not damage existing wires or pipes when making holes for mounting or wiring
This may result in earth leakage, electric shock, or fire.
Do not install or use the unit near medical equipment
High-frequency signals emitted from the unit may affect the operation of medical equipment and cause malfunctions.
Do not expose the unit to rain or any type of moisture
To prevent the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not place objects such as cups or vases near the unit. If the unit is exposed to moisture, disconnect the AC cord and contact an authorized service center.
Do not touch the core of the coaxial cable
A maximum of DC 60 V is applied to the coaxial cable. This may result in electric shock.
Do not perform wiring or installation during thunderstorms
This may result in electric shock or fire.
Secure screws with the specified torque
Serious damage and/or injury may result if the unit falls.
CAUTION
Disconnect the AC cord of the center adaptor if the unit will not be used for long periods of time or when performing care and cleaning
Leaving the AC cord connected when the unit is not used for long periods of time or when performing care and cleaning may result in earth leakage, electric shock, or injury.
Operating Instructions 5
For Your Safety
Do not mount the unit to ceilings or walls made of soft materials
Do not mount the unit to soft ceilings or walls such as plasterboard, ALC (aerated light-weight concrete), concrete blocks, or any surfaces under 25 mm thickness. Injury may result if the unit falls.
Do not pull cables or apply excessive force to connectors
This may damage the cables or connectors, and result in electric shock.
Do not connect other devices to the BNC connector of the unit
This may damage the unit.
Do not expose the unit to fire or naked flames
This may result in fire.
The AC cord is used as the main disconnect device
Ensure that the power outlet is installed near the unit and is easily accessible.
Do not play the included CD-ROM in an audio CD player
Ear-splitting volume may hurt your ears and damage the CD player’s speakers.
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Important Safety 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. Do not use this unit near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
2. Avoid handling or installing the unit, connecting wiring, or touching the AC cord,
power plug, LAN cable, or coaxial cable during an electrical storm.
3. Do not use the unit in the vicinity of a gas leak.
4. Use only the AC cord indicated in this manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Operating Instructions 7
General Precautions
General Precautions
Follow the instructions written in For Your Safety (see page 3) and Important Safety Instructions (see page 7) together with the instructions written below.
1. The unit is intended for indoor use only and should not be mounted outdoors.
2. The unit uses the same high-frequency signals as used by the radio signals of
amateur radio, shortwave broadcasting, aviation radio, and marine radio. Therefore operational interference may occur if the unit is used in proximity to devices that transmit these radio signals.
3. Do not connect the camera adaptor (BY-HPE11R) to communications carrier equipment such as rental modems.
4. Follow the following precautions in order to maintain product performance over long periods of time.
Do not use the unit in areas with high temperatures or humidity for long periods
of time. Use in these areas can degrade parts which can shorten the life-span of the unit. We recommend areas that have temperatures of 35 °C or lower.
Do not install the unit in places that can be directly exposed to heat sources.
5. Proper handling of the unit
Do not drop, or expose the unit to strong vibrations or shaking. This may cause
malfunctions.
6. Take precautions for when reselling, disposing, or sending the unit for repairs.
Take adequate precautions when handing the unit over to third parties.
7. Care and cleaning for the unit
Perform cleaning and care after disconnecting the center adaptor from the power
outlet. Do not use benzine, thinner, or any other abrasive powders when cleaning. This may change the color of the unit cases.
8. Cleaning stains from the unit
Wipe stained areas with a damp soft cloth.
For FRG Users (For Germany Only)
Machine noise information regulation - 3.GPSGV, the maximum sound pressure level is 70 dB(A) or less, in conformity with EN ISO 7779.
This device is not intended for use in the direct field of view at visual display workplaces. To avoid incommoding reflexions at visual display workplaces this device must not be placed in the direct field of view.
8 Operating Instructions

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1 Main Unit ...................................................................................................10
1.1 Camera Adaptor (BY-HPE11R) ......................................................................10
1.2 Center Adaptor (BY-HPE11H) ........................................................................12
1.3 Understanding the Indicators .......................................................................13
2 Resetting the Unit ....................................................................................14
2.1 Resetting Camera Adaptors ..........................................................................14
2.2 Resetting Center Adaptors ............................................................................15
3 Adaptor Maintenance Screen .................................................................16
3.1 Accessing the Maintenance Screen .............................................................17
3.1.1 Temporarily Changing the Computer’s IP Address ........................................17
3.1.2 Accessing the Maintenance Screen ...............................................................19
3.1.3 Maintenance Screen Overview ......................................................................21
3.1.4 System Requirements ....................................................................................22
3.2 Using the Maintenance Screen .....................................................................23
3.2.1 Updating the Adaptor’s Firmware ..................................................................23
3.2.2 Confirming the Adaptor’s Status ....................................................................24
3.2.3 Changing Adaptor Settings ............................................................................26
4 Troubleshooting ......................................................................................29
4.1 Indicator Display Issues ................................................................................29
4.2 Communication Speed Issues ......................................................................30
4.3 PoE Issues ......................................................................................................31
4.4 Other Issues ....................................................................................................31
5 Specifications ..........................................................................................32
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A
B
C
D
E

1 Main Unit

1 Main Unit

1.1 Camera Adaptor (BY-HPE11R)

Front view
A Indicator
Displays the status of the camera adaptor (see page 13).
B PoE switch
Turns the PoE function ON/OFF. The default setting is [ON].
IMPORTANT
When using the camera adaptor’s PoE function to supply power to a network camera, set the PoE switch to [ON]. When not using the PoE function (when powering the network camera with an AC adaptor), set it to [OFF].
The PoE function cannot be used for connections over 500 m. Set the PoE switch to [OFF].
C
BNC connector
Connects the camera adaptor to the center adaptor with a coaxial cable (see
3.2 Connections in the Installation Guide).
D Network connector
Connects the camera adaptor to a network camera with a LAN cable (see
3.2 Connections in the Installation Guide).
E INITIAL SET button
Used to reset the camera adaptor to its factory default settings (see page 14).
10 Operating Instructions
Rear view
A
B
C
1 Main Unit
A Used when attaching the camera adaptor to a
ceiling or wall with screws (see 2.1 Mounting the Camera Adaptor in the Installation Guide).
B Used when attaching the safety wire (see
2.1 Mounting the Camera Adaptor in the Installation Guide).
C Used when attaching the camera adaptor to
screws inserted into a wall.
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