Panasonic WV-NP304 User Manual

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Network Camera
Installation Guide
Model No. WV-NP304
(Lens is option.)
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The lightning flash with arrow­head symbol, within an equilater­al triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsu­lated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to con­stitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and mainte­nance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING:
• This apparatus must be earthed.
• To prevent fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
• The apparatus should not be exposed to drip­ping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.
• All work related to the installation of this prod­uct should be made by qualified service per­sonnel or system installers.
• The connections should comply with local elec­trical code.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
We declare under our sole responsibility that the product to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the standards or other normative documents following the provisions of Directives 2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC.
Wij verklaren als enige aansprakelijke, dat het product waarop deze verklaring betrekking heeft, voldoet aan de volgende normen of andere normatieve documenten, overeenkomstig de bepalingen van Richtlijnen 2006/95/EC en 2004/108/EC.
Vi erklærer os eneansvarlige for, at dette produkt, som denne deklaration omhandler, er i overensstemmelse med standarder eller andre normative dokumenter i følge bestemmelserne i direktivene 2006/95/EC og 2004/108/EC.
Vi deklarerar härmed värt fulla ansvar för att den produkt till vilken denna deklaration hänvisar är i överensstämmelse med standarddokument, eller andra normativa dokument som framstölls i direktiv nr. 2006/95/EC och 2004/108/EC.
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Vi erklærer oss alene ansvarlige for at produktet som denne erklæringen gjelder for, er i overensstemmelse med følgende normer eller andre normgivende dokumenter som følger bestemmelsene i direktivene 2006/95/EC og 2004/108/EC.
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Important Safety Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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Limitation of Liability
THIS PUBLICATION IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WAR­RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THE THIRD PARTY’S RIGHT.
Disclaimer of Warranty
IN NO EVENT SHALL MATSUSHITA ELEC­TRIC INDUSTRIAL CO,.LTD. BE LIABLE TO ANY PARTY OR ANY PERSON, EXCEPT FOR REPLACEMENT OR REASONABLE MAINTE­NANCE OF THE PRODUCT, FOR THE CASES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO BELOW: (1) ANY DAMAGE AND LOSS, INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR EXEMPLARY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE PRODUCT;
(2) PERSONAL INJURY OR ANY DAMAGE
CAUSED BY INAPPROPRIATE USE OR NEGLIGENT OPERATION OF THE USER;
(3) UNAUTHORIZED DISASSEMBLE,
REPAIR OR MODIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT BY THE USER;
(4) INCONVENIENCE OR ANY LOSS ARIS-
ING WHEN IMAGES ARE NOT DIS­PLAYED, DUE TO ANY REASON OR CAUSE INCLUDING ANY FAILURE OR PROBLEM OF THE PRODUCT;
(5) ANY PROBLEM, CONSEQUENTIAL
INCONVENIENCE, OR LOSS OR DAM­AGE, ARISING OUT OF THE SYSTEM COMBINED BY THE DEVICES OF THIRD PARTY;
(6) ANY CLAIM OR ACTION FOR DAM-
AGES, BROUGHT BY ANY PERSON OR ORGANIZATION BEING A PHOTO­GENIC SUBJECT, DUE TO VIOLATION OF PRIVACY WITH THE RESULT OF THAT SURVEILLANCE-CAMERA'S PIC­TURE, INCLUDING SAVED DATA, FOR SOME REASON, BECOMES PUBLIC OR IS USED FOR THE PURPOSE OTHER THAN SURVEILLANCE;
(7) LOSS OF REGISTERED DATA CAUSED
BY ANY FAILURE.
THIS PUBLICATION COULD INCLUDE TECHNICAL INACCURACIES OR TYPO­GRAPHICAL ERRORS. CHANGES ARE ADDED TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN, AT ANY TIME, FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS OF THIS PUBLICATION AND/OR THE CORRE­SPONDING PRODUCT (S).
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Preface
The network camera WV-NP304 is designed to operate using a PC on a network (10BASE­T/100BASE-TX). By connecting to a network (LAN) or the Internet, images and audio from the camera can be monitored on a PC via a network.
Note:
• It is necessary to configure the network settings of the PC and its network environment to monitor images and audio from the camera on the PC. It is also necessary that a web browser is installed on the PC.
Features
Introduction of 1.3 mega pixel progressive scan CCD
The introduction of the progressive scan type of CCD has achieved excellence in perform­ance for motion images and high resolution.
Adaptive black stretch
This function automatically detects dark and less viewable portions of a subject and makes the portions brighter.
Important:
• The use of the adaptive black stretch function may increase noise at the dark portions of the subject. The use of this function may also emphasize the dark­ness or brightness at the border between the dark and bright portions compared with other dark or bright portions.
JPEG/MPEG-4 dual encode
MPEG-4 images can be monitored while monitoring JPEG images.
Focus assist function equipped
This function informs users of an optimal focal point at focus adjustment.
No special power supply and cable instal­lation required (Power over Ethernet)
Power can be supplied to the camera and images/audio transmitted on a single LAN cable by connecting to PoE-compatible net­work devices. Special installation of a power supply for the camera is not required.
Interactive communication with audio is available
By using the audio output connector and the microphone in connector, receiving audio from the camera on a PC and transmitting audio from the PC to the camera are avail­able.
Motion detection function
When a motion is detected, this product will take the following actions.
• Outputs alarm signals
• Transfers images to the FTP server
• Notifies by mail
• Saves images on the SD memory card
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Note:
• The motion detector is not a function dedicated to prevent theft or fire, etc. No warranty is provided for any damage and loss resulting in use of this function.
SD memory card slot
Images can be recorded on an optional SD memory card both automatically (when images fail to transmit using the FTP periodic transmission function) and manually. It is possible to play images saved on the mini SD memory card using a web browser or to download images displayed on a web brows­er.
Note:
• Compatible SD memory card
Performance with this camera has been checked by using Panasonic’s SD mem­ory cards (64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB). SD High Capacity (SDHC) card is not compatible with this camera.
Installation on a ceiling or a wall is avail­able
When using an optional mount bracket, mounting on a ceiling or mounting on a wall is available.
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About These Operating Instructions
There are 3 sets of operating instructions for the WV-NP304 as follows.
• Installation guide (book, these operating instructions)
• Operating instructions (PDF)
• Setup instructions (PDF) The "Installation guide" contains descriptions of how to install and connect this camera, and of how to perform the required network settings. Refer to the "Operating instructions (PDF)" and the "Setup instructions (PDF)" on the provided CD-ROM for descriptions of how to perform the camera settings and how to operate this cam­era. Adobe
®
Reader®is required to read the operating instructions (PDF) and the setup
instructions (PDF).
System Requirements for a PC
CPU Pentium®4 2.4 GHz or faster (A 3.0 GHz CPU or faster CPU is
required when using Microsoft
®
Windows Vista®.)
Memory 512 MB or more (A minimum of 1 GB memory is required when
using Microsoft
®
Windows Vista®.) Network interface 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port x1 Audio interface Sound card (when using the audio function) Monitor Resolution: 1 024 x 768 pixels or more
Color: 24-bit True color or better
OS Microsoft
®
Windows Vista®Business (32-bit)
Microsoft
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Windows®XP Home Edition SP2*
Microsoft
®
Windows®XP Professional SP2*
Web browser Windows
®
Internet Explorer®7.0
* Microsoft
®
Internet Explorer®6.0 SP2 is required when using
Microsoft
®
Windows®XP Home Edition SP2 or Microsoft
®
Windows®XP Professional SP2.
Other CD-ROM drive: It is necessary to read the operating instructions
and use the software on the provided CD-ROM. DirectX
®
9.0c or later
Adobe
®
Reader®: It is necessary to read the operating instruc-
tions on the provided CD-ROM.
Notes:
• When using a PC that does not meet the above requirements, displaying of images may become slow or the web browser may become inoperable.
• Audio may not be heard if a sound card is not installed on a PC. Audio may be interrupted depending on the network environment.
• Refer to "Notes on Vista
®
" (PDF) for further information about system requirements for a PC
and precautions when using Microsoft
®
Windows Vista®.
• Use Microsoft
®
Windows Vista®when operating in an IPv6 network.
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Trademarks and Registered Trademarks
• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Internet Explorer, ActiveX and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trade­marks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
• Intel and Pentium are trademarks or reg­istered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
• Adobe and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
• SD logo is a trademark.
• Other names of companies and products contained in these operating instructions may be trademarks or registered trade­marks of their respective owners.
Network Security
As you will use this product connected to a network, your attention is called to the following security risks.
1. Leakage or theft of information through this product
2. Use of this product for illegal operations by persons with malicious intent
3. Interference with or stoppage of this product by persons with malicious intent It is your responsibility to take precautions such as those described below to protect yourself against the above network security risks.
• Use this product in a network secured by a firewall, etc.
• If this product is connected to a network that includes PCs, make sure that the system is not infected by computer viruses or other malicious entities (using a regularly updated anti­virus program, anti-spyware program, etc.).
• Protect your network against unauthorized access by restricting users to those who log in with an authorized user name and password.
• Apply measures such as user authentication to protect your network against leakage or theft of information, including image data, authentication information (user names and passwords), alarm mail information, FTP server information and DDNS server information.
• Do not install the camera in locations where the camera or the cables can be destroyed or damaged by persons with malicious intent.
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CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................3
Limitation of Liability ......................................................................................................................4
Disclaimer of Warranty ..................................................................................................................4
Preface ..........................................................................................................................................5
Features ........................................................................................................................................5
About These Operating Instructions ..............................................................................................7
System Requirements for a PC .....................................................................................................7
Trademarks and Registered Trademarks .....................................................................................8
Network Security ...........................................................................................................................8
Precautions .................................................................................................................................10
Major operating controls and their functions ................................................................................12
Precautions for installation ..........................................................................................................14
Lens mounting .............................................................................................................................16
Adjustment of angular field of view and focus .............................................................................18
Installation ...................................................................................................................................20
Connection ..................................................................................................................................24
Insert/remove an SD memory card .............................................................................................28
Configure the network settings ....................................................................................................29
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................................................31
Specifications ..............................................................................................................................32
Standard Accessories .................................................................................................................34
Cleaning the lens
Use a lens cleaning paper (used to clean camera lenses or lenses of spectacles). When using solvent, use an alcohols solvent. Do not use a thinner or a glass cleaner.
Refresh interval
Image refresh interval may become slow depending on the network environment, PC performance, shooting subject, access traf­fic, etc.
SD memory card
• When insert an SD memory card into the SD memory card slot, turn the power of the camera off. Otherwise, it may cause malfunction or damage data recorded on the SD memory card. Refer to page 28 for descriptions of how to insert/remove an SD memory card.
• When using an unformatted SD memory card, format it using this camera. Recorded data on the SD memory card will be deleted when formatted. If using an unformatted SD memory card or using an SD memory card formatted with other device, the camera may not work properly or performance deteriora­tion may be caused. Refer to the setup instructions (PDF) for descriptions of how to format an SD memory card.
• It is recommended to use Panasonic’s SD memory cards (64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB) since they have tested and confirmed full compati­bility with this camera. If another SD memory card is used, the camera may not work properly or per­formance deterioration may be caused.
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Precautions
To continue using with stable perform­ance
Parts of this product may deteriorate and it may shorten the lifetime of this product when using in locations subject to high tempera­tures and high humidity. (Recommended ambient temperature: 35°C or below) Do not expose the product to direct heat such as from a heater.
Handle this product with care.
Do not strike or shake, as this may damage the product. It may cause a malfunction.
About the PC monitor
When displaying the same image on the CRT PC monitor for a long time, the CRT PC moni­tor may be damaged. It is recommended to use a screen-saver.
When an error is detected, the camera will reboot automatically.
This camera will reboot when detecting an error caused by any reason. The camera will be inoperable for around 30 seconds after the reboot just as when the power is turned on.
Cleaning the camera body
Turn the power off when cleaning the cam­era. Otherwise, it may cause injury. Do not use strong abrasive detergent when cleaning the camera body. Otherwise, it may cause discoloration. When using a chemical cloth for cleaning, read the caution provided with the chemical cloth product.
When the dirt is hard to remove
Use a mild detergent and wipe gently. Then, wipe the detergent completely off with a dry cloth.
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Code labels
Retain these labels for future reference. The codes on the label will be requested when you contact the service station. It is recommended to paste one of the labels onto the CD-ROM case.
Discoloration on the CCD color filter
When continuously shooting a bright light source such as a spotlight, the color filter of the CCD may have deteriorated and it may cause discoloration. Even when changing the fixed shooting direction after continuously shooting a spot­light for a certain period, the discoloration may remain.
Do not aim the camera at strong light sources.
A light source such as a spot light causes a blooming (light bleeding) or a smear (vertical lines).
Safety wire
The safety wire holder is provided on the top of the camera. To prevent the camera from dropping that may cause accidental injury, attach one end of a safety wire (locally pro­cured) to the safety wire holder of the camera and the other end to a locally procured safety wire holder (bracket, etc.) to be installed on the foundation part of the building.
MPEG-4 Visual patent portfolio license
This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 Visual patent portfolio license for the person­al and non-commercial use of consumer for(i) encoding video in compliance with the MPEG-4 Visual Standard ("MPEG-4 Video") and/or(ii) decoding MPEG-4 Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a per­sonal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed by MPEG LA to provide MPEG-4 Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information including that relating to promotional, internal and com­mercial uses and licensing may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com.
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