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Installation Guide

Home Network System

Outdoor Camera

Model No.    

KX-HNC600FX

Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.

This document explains how to install the outdoor camera properly.
For details about how to use the system, refer to the User’s Guide (page 27).

Please read this document before using the unit and save it for future reference.

Summary of Contents for KX-HNC600FX

Page 1: ...600FX Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product This document explains how to install the outdoor camera properly For details about how to use the system refer to the User s Guide page 27 Please read this document before using the unit and save it for future reference ...

Page 2: ...nsor features 9 Information about night vision mode 11 Installation location examples 12 Do not install in these locations 14 Setup Part names and functions 16 LED indicator 16 Setup overview 16 Registering the camera 16 Confirming the installation area 17 Installation 18 Appendix Testing the motion detection range 23 Adjusting the infrared sensor range 23 Features available when using the Home Ne...

Page 3: ...ews 2 Small screw for attaching safety wire to camera 10 mm Large screw for attaching safety wire to wall 25 mm 1 E Sensor range cap 1 A B C D E Additional accessories Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information Accessory item Order number DC extension cord 1 PNJA1159Z 1 Designed for indoor use only Do not use outdoors Other information R Design and specifications are subjec...

Page 4: ...ws and Internet Explorer are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries R All other trademarks identified herein are the property of their respective owners Notice R The hub supports microSD and microSDHC memory cards In this document the term microSD card is used as a generic term for any of the supported cards 4 Introduction ...

Page 5: ...roduct if its casing has been broken open Danger of electric shock exists R Never touch the plug with wet hands Danger of electric shock exists R Do not connect non specified devices R When opening holes in walls for installation or wiring or when securing the power cord make sure you do not damage existing wiring and ductwork R Do not leave the power cable exposed outdoors Installation R Do not p...

Page 6: ...st be used when mounting the product There is a risk of injury if the product falls R Do not put your ear s near the speaker as loud sounds emitted from the speaker may cause hearing impairment Important safety instructions When using your product basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following 1 Use only th...

Page 7: ...ith a soft moist cloth R Do not use benzine thinner or any abrasive powder R Do not apply running water to the product Camera image quality R Camera images may have the following characteristics Colours in images may differ from the actual colours When there is light behind the subject i e backlighting faces may appear dark Image quality may be reduced in dark locations Images may appear hazy when...

Page 8: ...d electrical and electronic equipment please contact your dealer or supplier for further information Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union If you wish to discard these items please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal 8 Important Information ...

Page 9: ...has 2 sensor features that are used for motion detection a visual sensor and an infrared sensor i e heat sensor Please read the following information before deciding where to install the camera Note R The camera s sensor features are not designed to be used in situations that require high reliability We do not recommend use of the sensor features in these situations R Panasonic takes no responsibi...

Page 10: ... Easily detects movement in the daytime or when it is bright R Movement may be incorrectly detected when the moving object and the background have a similar colour R Movement may be incorrectly detected when there are sudden changes to the overall brightness levels such as when external lights are used Easily detects when there is a big difference between the temperatures of objects and the surrou...

Page 11: ...de The camera features an array of infrared LEDs that light automatically in low light conditions allowing camera images to be viewable even when the surrounding area is dark Note R When night vision mode is active the colours in camera images may appear different from normal R When night vision mode is active the array of infrared LEDs that surround the camera s lens light up in a faint red colou...

Page 12: ...ing visitors at an entrance or gate without detecting cars in the street Ideal example Poor example 1 1 Approx 3 m Visitors pass in front of the camera from side to side cars in the street are less likely to cause false detections Cars in the street are more likely to cause false detections 12 Installation Location ...

Page 13: ...et Ideal example Poor example Visitors pass in front of the camera from side to side cars in the street are less likely to cause false detections R To prevent faces from being obscured by tall vehicles adjust the installation position and angle of the camera Cars in the street are more likely to cause false detections 13 Installation Location ...

Page 14: ...eezes or near sulphuric hot springs exposure to salt can shorten the life of the product R Near TVs radios automated office equipment such as computers air conditioners water heater panels with intercom or home security equipment these may cause noise R Near satellite broadcasting receivers such as tuners TVs with built in satellite tuners and recorders broadcasted images may be distorted R Areas ...

Page 15: ... camera R Areas with reflective objects such as glass that can interfere with detection of temperature variation R Areas where brightness changes easily such as areas where shadows form in the afternoon and lights turn on at night R Areas where backlight occurs faces appear dark and are difficult to identify such as the following Areas where most of the background is the sky Areas where direct sun...

Page 16: ...ra so that its LED indicator does not light during normal operation For more information refer to the User s Guide page 27 Setup overview 1 Initial setup Make sure you can access the system using your mobile device For details refer to the System Setup Guide included with your hub 2 Registration Required only if the camera was purchased separately i e not as part of a bundle 3 Confirm the installa...

Page 17: ...ith a thin tip press and hold M N until the LED indicator blinks slowly in green page 16 R When registration is complete the hub sounds one long beep Note R To cancel without registering the camera press M N on the hub and on the camera again R If registration fails the hub sounds several short beeps Using the app When you register the camera by using the Home Network app you can assign a name to ...

Page 18: ...t capacity of each screw is at least 294 N 30 kgf R If the weight of the camera is supported by the siding only the siding could become damaged Make sure you mount the camera in a location where the structure behind the siding can be used to support the weight of the camera If this is not possible due to the thickness of the siding use commercially available screws ø4 mm longer than 25 mm R Drill ...

Page 19: ...meter hole depth etc R Drill a pilot hole Remove any debris after drilling the pilot hole R Seal the pilot hole with a commercially available waterproof sealant Other materials mortar tile etc R Do not use the included screws R Consult the builder or licenced professional regarding the type of anchor appropriate for the installation location and materials R Do not install on gypsum board or concre...

Page 20: ...t hole on the rear or bottom of the camera depending on the direction you want to aim the camera R Loosen the screw 1 R Insert the tip of the stand A into the stand attachment hole B on the rear or bottom side R Secure the camera by tightening the screw 2 Attaching to the hole on the rear side 1 1 2 2 Attaching to the hole on the bottom side 1 2 1 2 20 Setup ...

Page 21: ... wall R Place the ring of the safety wire A on the wall R Place the washer B on top of the ring of the safety wire R Tighten the screw C for the safety wire on top of the washer 1 2 3 Note R Attach the safety wire while it is bent R Attach the safety wire high on the wall so that the camera does not strike anyone in the event the camera detaches from the wall R Do not hang from the camera or stand...

Page 22: ...he DC cable plug and AC adaptor plug indoors Note about power connections AC adaptor connection R The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use R The AC adaptor should be connected to a vertically oriented or floor mounted AC outlet Do not connect the AC adaptor to a ceiling mounted AC outlet as the weight of the adaptor may cause it to beco...

Page 23: ...ore information refer to the User s Guide page 27 R You can adjust the area detectable by the infrared sensor See Adjusting the infrared sensor range page 23 Testing the microphone To test the microphone speak loudly and clearly into the microphone while a mobile device user is viewing live images from the camera Adjusting the infrared sensor range If there are objects that you do not want the inf...

Page 24: ...side to be undetectable Cap 1 Cap 2 Cap 3 Example Cap 1 1 1 5 m Example Cap 1 2 2 6 m Example Cap 1 3 3 4 m Example Cap 3 1 1 5 m Example Cap 3 2 2 6 m Example Cap 3 3 3 4 m When you want both sides to be undetectable Cap 4 Example Cap 4 1 1 5 m Example Cap 4 2 2 6 m Example Cap 4 3 3 4 m 1 Varies by ambient temperature at the camera installation location Numeric values are approximate Detectable ...

Page 25: ...ees Attach one of caps 1 3 as shown in the example 1 according to the area you do not want to be detected Example 2 When there is an object on the top left of the viewable area that you do not want to be detected cars in a street etc Attach one of caps 1 3 as shown in the example 2 according to the area you do not want to be detected Example 1 1 2 Example 2 25 Appendix ...

Page 26: ...sensor range cap from one of the 4 types A and attach it to the sensor B R When attaching rotate the tab 1 on the cap toward the top or at a 45 degree angle according to the type of cap or direction and attach the cap on the camera shown in the following illustration 1 2 1 26 Appendix ...

Page 27: ...camera s sensor features to trigger other system events such as camera recording 1 turning on an electric device such as a lamp etc Appropriate device required 1 A commercially available microSD card must be inserted into the hub in order to record images Notification You can configure the camera to send a notification to the Home Network app when the camera detects motion Accessing the User s Gui...

Page 28: ...zontal approx 70 Vertical approx 50 R Motion detection method Pyroelectric infrared sensor PIR sensor and visual sensor R PIR sensor detection range when the surrounding temperature is approx 25 C Horizontal approx 70 Vertical approx 20 Detection range approx 5 m R Visual sensor detection range Horizontal approx 70 Vertical approx 50 R IP rating IP55 2 R Adjustable mounting angles Horizontal 90 Ve...

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Page 32: ... a record of the following information to assist with any repair under warranty Serial No Date of purchase found on the rear of the unit Name and address of dealer Attach your purchase receipt here Panasonic Corporation 2016 PNQP1177YA CC0216WK1126 ...

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