Canon VB-M640V, Operation Manual

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Thank you for purchasing a Canon Network Camera (hereafter referred to as the camera)*.
This “Operation Guide” explains the camera settings and operations. Read this guide carefully before using the camera to
ensure correct use. Also, be sure to read the files in the LICENSE folder on the Setup CD-ROM.
* The cameras described in this manual may include models not be sold in your country and region.
For the latest information on this product (firmware and included software, user manuals, operating environment, etc.),
please refer to the Canon Web
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Precautions for Use (Disclaimer)
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Disclaimer
To the full extent permitted by laws and regulations, neither Canon Inc. nor any of its subsidiaries or affiliates shall be
responsible for any financial losses that may be incurred as a result of the loss of recorded information or images,
regardless of the internal or external cause of the loss.
EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY ACCOMPANYING THE CAMERA AND WITHOUT
DETRACTING FROM ANY RIGHTS A CONSUMER MAY BE ENTITLED TO, AND TO THE FULL EXTENT PERMITTED
BY LAWS AND REGULATIONS: (1) NEITHER CANON INC. NOR ANY OF ITS SUBSIDIARIES OR AFFILIATES MAKE
ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH REGARD TO THE MATERIAL IN THIS MANUAL OR
WITH REGARD TO THE USE OF THE CAMERA INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES AS TO
MARKETABILITY, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE, OR NON-
INFRINGEMENT AND (2) NEITHER CANON INC. NOR ANY OF ITS SUBSIDIARIES OR AFFILIATES SHALL BE
LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE RESULTING FROM
THE USE OF THIS MATERIAL OR THE CAMERA.
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Network Security
The user is responsible for the network security of this product and its use.
Take appropriate network security measures to avoid security breaches. To the full extent permitted by laws and
regulations, neither Canon Inc. nor any of its subsidiaries or affiliates shall be liable for any losses, direct, incidental
or consequential damages, or liabilities that may be incurred as a result of network security incidents such as
unauthorized accesses.
<Network S ecurity Recommendations>
• Change the password of the camera periodically.
• Change the HTTP or HTTPS port number of the camera.
• Limit access to the camera by network devices.
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Privacy and Publicity Rights Regarding the Use of Video/Audio
When using the camera (for video or audio), it is the full responsibility of the user to protect privacy and avoid any
violation of publicity rights. For example, obtaining consent to install the camera in advance if specific buildings or
rooms are to be monitored. Canon shall have no liability whatsoever in this regard.
Legal Notice
In some cases, camera monitoring may be prohibited by law or regulation, the details of which differ by country.
Before using the camera, check the laws or regulations of the country or region where the camera is used.
Introduction