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Installation Guide

Network Camera 

(PoE Ready)

This manual is written for both the BB-HCM511A (Indoor Use Only) and the BB-HCM531A (Outdoor Ready). Available features and operations vary 
slightly depending on the model. You can confirm the model no. of your camera by checking the model no. printed on the front of the camera.

Please read the included Important Information before proceeding.
Complete Operating Instructions and all other documentation can be found on the included CD-ROM.

Model No.

BB-HCM511A

BB-HCM531A

Indoor Use Only

Outdoor Ready

Installation Procedure Overview

The following is an overview of the steps required to install and setup the camera. All steps are explained in this document unless otherwise noted.

Preparation

1.

Confirm the following items are included in the camera’s packaging.
• Additional pieces can be ordered by calling 1-800-332-5368.

2.

You will need the following additional items to install and configure the camera.

Option

You can also connect the camera using the optional Panasonic BB-HCA3A AC Adaptor. The BB-HCA3A includes the following items.

• The AC adaptor, the AC adaptor cord, and the AC cord are not waterproofed, and are intended for indoor use only. The AC adaptor, the AC adaptor cord, and 

the AC cord must be waterproofed for outside use.

Camera Diagram 

Preparation

Confirm that you have all the 
items required for 
installation.

Camera Diagram

Make sure you know the 
names of the camera’s 
physical features.

Connections

Connecting the camera to 
your network and to the power 
outlet.

Setup

Setting up the camera (described in the included 
Setup Guide). This involves configuring the camera 
so that it can be accessed from a PC.

Mounting

Mounting or placing the 
camera.

Main Unit (1 pc.)

Washer S (1 pc.)
Order No. XWG26D12VW

Used when securing the safety 
wire to the camera.

Screw A
BB-HCM511A (1pc.

 for the safety wire

)

Order No. PQHV2610PJ65
BB-HCM531A (1pc.

 for the safety wire,

4pcs. 

for the connector cover

)

Order No. XTN26+10GVW

Flexible Stand (1 pc.)
Order No. PQKL10082Z1

Washer L (1 pc.)
Order No. XWG4F16VW

Used when securing the safety 
wire to the ceiling or wall.

Screw B (1pc. 

for the safety wire, 

3pcs. 

for the flexible stand

)

Order No. XTB4+20AFJ

Safety Wire (1 pc.)
Order No. PQME10080Z

Used to secure the camera 
when mounting it.

Important Information (1 pc.)
Installation Guide 
(this document) (1 pc.)
Setup Guide (1 pc.)

Setup CD-ROM (1 pc.)
Order No. PQQX15704YCD

Contains the Setup Program needed to configure the 
camera, as well as the camera’s documentation.*

*See the included Important Information for a description of 
each document.

Sunshade (1pc.)
[BB-HCM531A Only]
Order No. PQKV10074Z1

Connector Cover (1pc.)
[BB-HCM531A Only]
Order No. PQYCHCM531A

Foam Strip (1pc.)
[BB-HCM531A Only]
Order No. PQHG10748Z

Self Bonding Tape (1pc.)
[BB-HCM531A Only]
Order No. PSHG1235Z

– a PC (see the system requirements in the Important Information document)

– a LAN cable (CAT-5 straight cable)

– a  router

AC Adaptor (1 pc.)
Cord Length: About 3 m (9 feet 10 inches)

AC Cord (1 pc.)
Cord Length: About 1.8 m (5 feet 11 inches)

Front View

Side and Bottom View

Rear View

A
B
C
D

Lens cover
Lens
Microphone
Indicator

*1

E

F

G
H

I

FACTORY DEFAULT 
RESET button
SD memory card slot
RESTART button
FUNCTION 
button/indicator
Stand/tripod mounting 
hole

J

K

L

M

N
O
P
Q
R

Stand mounting hole
Serial number and 
MAC address label
AC adaptor cord/video 
cable hook
Speaker/microphone 
cable hook
LAN port
DC IN
External I/O interface
VIDEO OUT terminal
AUDIO OUT terminal

*1

See 1.1 Understanding the Camera Indicator in the Troubleshooting Guide on the CD-ROM for indicator meaning.

S

MIC terminal

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

I

J

K

L

M

N

O P Q R S

© 2007 Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

PQQX15758YA 

  KK1206CM1107

Please read this document before using the product, and save this document for future 
reference. 

Panasonic Network Camera Website: http://www.panasonic.com/netcam

for customers in the USA and Puerto Rico

• This document (Installation Guide) explains how to physically connect the 

camera to the power supply and network, as well how to mount or place the 
camera for regular use.

• The 

Setup Guide

 describes how to set up the camera so that it can be 

accessed using a PC.

• Refer to the 

Operating Instructions

 on the 

CD-ROM

 for details regarding 

the camera’s features.

• Refer to the 

Troubleshooting Guide

 on the 

CD-ROM

 if you have any 

problems configuring or using the camera.

• The illustrations used in Installation Guide are of BB-HCM531A.

Abbreviations

• UPnP is the abbreviation for “Universal Plug and Play”. 
• The Network Camera is referred to as “the camera” in this document.

• The Setup CD-ROM is referred to as “the CD-ROM” in this document.

Summary of Contents for BB-HCM511A

Page 1: ...No PQME10080Z Used to secure the camera when mounting it Important Information 1 pc Installation Guide this document 1 pc Setup Guide 1 pc Setup CD ROM 1 pc Order No PQQX15704YCD Contains the Setup Program needed to configure the camera as well as the camera s documentation See the included Important Information for a description of each document Sunshade 1pc BB HCM531A Only Order No PQKV10074Z1 C...

Page 2: ...Optional 1 Connect the LAN cable to the camera and the router 2 Connect the AC adaptor cord to the DC IN jack 3 Connect the AC cord to the AC adaptor then plug the AC cord into the power outlet The lens will pan and tilt when the camera is turned on Confirm that the indicator lights green after about 1 minute If the indicator does not light green see 1 2 Camera Indicator Issues in the Troubleshoot...

Page 3: ... used and other cables external microphone or speaker cable video cable etc around the hooks as shown to ensure secure connections Connecting a Video Device Note Analog video output is disabled by default See 7 5 Controlling the Analog Video Output Signal in the Operating Instructions on the CD ROM for more information Connecting External Sensors Circuit Diagram Example Caution The external I O in...

Page 4: ... been waterproofed and that the portion of the cord protruding from the flexible stand is wrapped in self bonding tape as shown in A below 10 Secure the safety wire to the ceiling or wall using screw B included and washer L included Leave some slack in the safety wire as shown Make sure the safety wire is firmly mounted on a beam of wood 25 mm 1 inch and greater etc When there is no beam apply a b...

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