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Installation Guide
Network Camera
Model No.
BB-HCM515A
(PoE Ready)
Please read the included Important Information before proceeding.
Complete Operating Instructions and all other documentation can be found on the included CD-ROM.
• 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.
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.
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.
– a PC (see the system requirements in the Important Information document)
– a LAN cable (CAT-5 straight cable)
– a router
Option
You can also connect the camera using the optional Panasonic BB-HCA3A AC Adaptor.
The BB-HCA3A includes the following items.
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. XWG4F16VW
Used when securing the safety
wire to the camera.
Screw A (1 pc.)
Order No. PQHV2610PJ65
Used for connecting the safety wire to the
camera.
Flexible Stand (1 pc.)
Order No. PQKL10082Z1
Washer L (1 pc.)
Order No. XWG26D12VW
Used when securing the safety
wire to the ceiling or wall.
Screw B (4 pcs.)
Order No. XTB4+20AFJ
Used for mounting the camera.
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. PQQX15704ZCD
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.
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
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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
S
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
MIC terminal
*1
See 1.1 Understanding the Camera Indicator in the Troubleshooting Guide on the CD-ROM for indicator meaning.
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O P Q R S
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PQQX15708YA KK1106MH1107
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
Indoor Use Only
