Panasonic WV-X4173, WV-X4172, WV-S4151 User Manual

Basic Information

Network Camera

Model No.

WV-X4173

WV-X4173 WV-X4172 WV-S4151

About the user manuals

Product documentation is composed of the following documents.

•Installation Guide (accessory): Provides information about “Precautions”, “Precautions for installation” and the installation method.

•Basic Information (this document): Provides information about “Precautions for use” and “Detail specifications”.

•Operating Instructions (in the following website): Explains how to perform the settings and how to operate this camera. https://security.panasonic.com/training_support/documentation_database/

"<Control No.: C****>" used in these documents should be used to search for information on our support website (https://security.panasonic.com/training_support/support/info/) and will guide you to the right information.

•SDXC/ SDHC/ SD memory card is described as SD memory card.

•The external appearance and other parts shown in this manual may differ from the actual product within the scope that will not interfere with normal use due to improvement of the product.

	Contents
Limitation of liability.......................................................................................................................	3
Disclaimer of warranty...................................................................................................................	3
About notations..............................................................................................................................	4
System requirements for a PC.......................................................................................................	4
Network security............................................................................................................................	5
Precautions for use........................................................................................................................	6
Parts and functions........................................................................................................................	8
Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................................	11
Detail specifications.....................................................................................................................	13

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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.

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).

Disclaimer of warranty

IN NO EVENT SHALL Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions 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 LOSS OR DAMAGE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR EXEMPLARY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE PRODUCT;

(2)ANY INCONVENIENCE, LOSS, OR DAMAGE CAUSED BY INAPPROPRIATE USE OR NEGLIGENT OPERATION OF THE USER;

(3)ALL MALFUNCTIONS OR TROUBLES FROM UNAUTHORIZED DISASSEMBLE, REPAIR OR MODIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT BY THE USER, REGARDLESS OF THE CAUSE OF THE MALFUNCTION OR TROUBLE;

(4)INCONVENIENCE OR ANY LOSS ARISING 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 DAMAGES BROUGHT BY ANY PERSON OR ORGANIZATION AS A PHOTOGRAPHED SUBJECT DUE TO VIOLATION OF PRIVACY CONCERNING A SURVEILLANCE CAMERA'S PICTURE OR SAVED DATA, FOR SOME REASON (INCLUDING USE WHEN USER AUTHENTICATION ON THE AUTHENTICATION SETTING SCREEN IS SET TO OFF), BECOMING PUBLIC OR BEING USED FOR ANY PURPOSE;

(7)LOSS OF REGISTERED DATA CAUSED BY ANY FAILURE (INCLUDING INITIALIZATION OF THE PRODUCT DUE TO FORGOTTEN AUTHENTICATION INFORMATION SUCH AS A USER NAME AND PASSWORD).

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About notations

The following notations are used when describing the functions limited for specified models. The functions without the notations are supported by all models.

X4173 The functions with this notation are available when using the model WV-X4173. X4172 The functions with this notation are available when using the model WV-X4172. S4151 The functions with this notation are available when using the model WV-S4151.

System requirements for a PC

CPU:	Intel® CoreTM Processor family *1
	- Intel® CoreTM i5-6500 or faster
	- Intel® CoreTM i7-6700 or faster recommended
Memory:	4 GB (2 GB x 2, Dual Channel) or more recommended.
Network interface:	10BASE-T/100BASE-TX 1 port
Audio interface:	Sound card (when using the audio function)
Monitor:	Image capture size: 1024 x 768 pixels or more
	High-resolution monitoring: 3840 x 2160 pixels or more
	Color: 24-bit True color or better
OS:	Microsoft Windows 10
	Microsoft Windows 8.1
Web browser:	Internet Explorer 11 (32-bit)
	Microsoft Edge
	Firefox
	Google ChromeTM
Others:	Adobe® Reader® or Acrobat Reader®
	(It is necessary to view the PDF file.)

*1 In order to view camera images with Internet Explorer, we recommend using the hardware decode function. For details, refer to our support website <Control No.: C0313>.

IMPORTANT:

•For information on the operation verification of the supported operating systems and web browsers, refer to our support website <Control No.: C0104, C0122>.

•When using a PC that does not meet the above requirements, displaying of images may become slower 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.

•When using Microsoft Windows 8.1, use it in the desktop. The software cannot be used in the Modern UI design.

•When using the 4K monitor, it may be necessary to install an additional video card on the PC in use. For further information, refer to our website (https://security.panasonic.com/support/ info/).

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Network security

As you will use this unit connected to a network, your attention is called to the following security risks.

ALeakage or theft of information through this unit

BUse of this unit for illegal operations by persons with malicious intent

CInterference with or stoppage of this unit 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 unit in a network secured by a firewall, etc.

•If this unit 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 anti-virus program, anti-spyware program, etc.).

•To prevent unauthorized access, use user-authentication, set user names and passwords, and limit which users can log in.

•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.

•After the unit is accessed by the administrator, make sure to close the browser.

•Change the administrator password periodically. Additionally, save user authentication information (user names and passwords) in such a way that it is kept out of the hands of third parties.

•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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Precautions for use

When the product is accessible from the Internet

To prevent unauthorized access, note the following.

•Leave user authentication turned on.

•Periodically change passwords that are used to access the product.

Refer to the Operating Instructions for information about how to change passwords.

To keep on using with stable performance

Do not use this product in hot and humid conditions for a long time. Failure to observe this causes component degradation resulting in life shortening of this product. Do not expose this product to direct heat sources such as a heater.

Make sure that the product does not become wet.

Keep this camera away from water and moisture.

Usage such as switching the power ON/OFF frequently could lead to failure of the camera.

Handle this product with care.

Do not drop this product, nor apply shock or vibration to the product. Failure to observe this may cause trouble.

Do not directly touch the lens.

A dirty lens causes deterioration of picture quality.

When an error is detected, this product will restart automatically.

This product will be inoperable for around 2 minutes after the restart just as when the power is turned on.

About the automatic status detection function

When this product malfunctions due to exogenous noise, etc. for 30 seconds or more, the product will automatically reset and will return to normal state. When the product is reset, initialization will be carried out as when the power of the product is turned on. When the product repeatedly resets, exogenous noise level around the product may be high and that may cause malfunction. Contact your dealer for instructions.

Periodically images on the screen appear to be distorted

When the camera is installed in a location where it is subject to small vibrations (for example, when it is installed near devices that vibrate), images may appear distorted and stretched lengthways. This phenomenon is a characteristic of image pickup devices that use CMOS sensors and is caused by the relationship between the periodic movements of the camera and the timing that the image sensor reads images. This is not a problem with the camera. To reduce the possibility of this phenomenon occurring, install the camera in a secure location.

We shall not be liable for content compensation, losses of recorded or edited content and any direct or indirect consequent damages caused by failure to record or edit due to faults with this unit or the SD memory card. In addition, the same provisions apply after unit is reparied.

About the CMOS image sensor

•When continuously shooting a bright light source such as a spotlight, the color filter of the CMOS image sensor may become deteriorated and this may cause discoloration. Even when changing the fixed shooting direction after continuously

shooting a spotlight for a certain period, the discoloration may remain.

•When shooting fast-moving subjects or objects crossing the shooting area may look to be bending askew.

Cleaning this product body

Be sure to turn off the power before cleaning. Failure to observe this may cause injury.

Do not use benzine, thinner, alcohol, or any other types of solvents or detergents. Otherwise, it may cause discoloration. When using a chemical cloth for cleaning, read the caution provided with the chemical cloth product.

•Do not loozen or remove screws unless instructed to do so in the product documentation.

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