Panasonic WV-NS324 operating instructions Precautions

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PRECAUTIONS

1.Do not attempt to disassemble the camera.

To prevent electric shock, do not remove screws or covers.

There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Ask a qualified service personnel for servicing.

2.Handle the camera with care.

Do not abuse the camera. Avoid striking, shaking, etc. The camera could be damaged by improper handling or storage.

3.Do not expose the camera to rain or moisture, nor try to operate it in wet areas.

This product is designed for indoor use or locations where it is protected from rain and moisture. Moisture can damage the camera and also cause electric shock.

If the camera becomes wet, turn the power off immediately and ask a qualified service personnel for servicing.

4.Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning the camera body.

Use a dry cloth to clean the camera when it is dirty. When the dirt is hard to remove, use a mild deter- gent and wipe gently. Care should be taken not to scratch the dome cover when wiping it.

Wipe off any remaining detergent in it with a dry cloth.

5.Never face the camera towards the sun.

Whether the camera is in use or not, never aim it at the sun or other extremely bright objects. Otherwise, blooming or smear may be caused.

6.Never aim the camera at strong light sources for an extended period of time.

A light source such as a spot light causes burn-in on the display screen. Failure to observe this may cause the image to become discolored due to deterioration of the color filter in the CCD.

7.Do not install this camera upside down.

This camera is designed for mounting on the ceil- ing or wall.

Consult an expert on the load bearing capacity of the installation surface and structure. If the surface is not strong enough, the camera may fall down. Refer to the product specifications for weights.

8.Do not operate the camera beyond the specified temperature, humidity or power source ratings. Do not use the camera in an extreme environment

where high temperature or high humidity exists. Do not place the camera near heat sources such as radiators, stoves or other units that produce heat.

Use the camera under conditions where tempera-

tures are

between –10 °C

and +50 °C

(14 °F to

122 °F)

[Recommended

temperature:

+40 °C

(104 °F)], and humidity is below 90 %.

 

The input power source is 24 V AC 60 Hz.

 

9.Do not install the camera near the air outlet of an air conditioner.

The lens may become cloudy due to condensation if the camera is used under the following condi- tions.

Rapid temperature fluctuations by switching the air conditioner on and off.

Rapid temperature fluctuations due to frequent opening and closing of a door.

Use in an environment where eyeglasses become foggy.

Use in a room filled with cigarette smoke or

dust.

If the lens becomes cloudy due to condensation, remove the dome cover and wipe all moist sur- faces with a soft cloth.

10.Consumables

Parts having contacts such as the lens-drive motors, cooling fan motor and slip-rings inside the camera are subject to wear with time. Please ask the nearest service centre about replacement and maintenance of such parts.

11.Do not aim the camera at the same object for a long time.

Burn-in of an image may be caused on the fluores- cent screen of the CRT.

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. herewith declares that it will not be liable for any damage, whether direct or indirect, caused by using the product for business transactions or security, or malfunctioning of this product.

12.Self-diagnosis Function

If the camera continues operating abnormally for 30 seconds or more due to influences such as external noise, the camera will automatically restart. In the event that this happens frequently, check for any causes in the camera's environment.

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Contents Operating Instructions English Version Important Safety Instructions Contents Trademarks FeaturesPreface System RequirementsPreset Data Uploading or Downloading Camera CleaningDocument Convention Precautions Construction Assemble the Camera InstallationSetting Switches Disassembling the CameraTop Cable Exit Cutout in Decoration CoverTop Cable Exit Connections AC Power Supply ConnectionHow to Assemble the Cable with the Accessory Connector Connect this to 24V AC Class 2 Power Supply onlyNetwork Connections Connection to Internet Type NecessariesSetup with the Provided Panasonic IP Setup Software Setup with PCDNS Preparations for the PC Network Setup of Your PCNetwork Setup of the Camera Page Ddns Network Setup Parameters vs. Connection TypeConnection type Parameter description DhcpDhcp server assigns an IP address to the camera automatical Preliminary Setup Ddns Dynamic DNS Consult your system administrator Camera Control Access from the PCOperating the Camera Multi Screen SelectAccess from a System Device Function Comparison / PC Network vs. Camera site PAN/TILT ZOOM/FOCUS Iris Preset Auto PANFrom the PC Prior to SetupButtons Used for Setup Menus Camera Setup MenusSetup Menu SetupFocus Switch Presetting Setting ProceduresMenu Display To Set Panning/Tilting Positions Position Setting Position SETTo Set the Lens Zoom and Focus Positions Preset Identification Setting Preset ID To Return to the Preset Number Set Menu Deleting Preset PositionsLight Control Setting ALC/MANUAL Auto Focus Setting AF ModeOFF Auto PAN Home Position Setting HomeSelf-return Setting Self Return Auto Mode Selection Auto ModeAuto 30S 20S 10S Flip-A-Chip SettingCleaning Cleaning Image Hold Image HoldTo Enter a New Camera ID Camera SettingTo Display the Camera Setting Menu Camera Identification Camera IDALC Mode with BLC OFF ALC Mode with BLC onSynchronization Sync Shutter Speed Setting ShutterLine-lock Sync Mode LL Gain Control AGCWhite Balance White BAL Auto-Tracing White Balance Mode ATWElectronic Zoom EL-ZOOM Automatic White Balance Control Mode AWCMotion Detector Motion DET Electronic Sensitivity Enhancement Sens UPX4 FIX X2 FIX OFF Special Menu Special Demonstration Display Demo ModeDigital Noise Reduction DNR To Close the Special Menu To Restore the Camera Default Position RefreshCamera Resetting Camera Reset Reset to the Factory Default SettingsCamera Setup with PC Image Setup Setup from PCAlarm Setup FTP Client Setup User Setup Host Setup System Setup Multiscreen Setup Auto Pan Setting Preset SetupCommon procedures Setting the SwitchesInitializing Still Picture Storage to the PC Viewing PicturesWhen alarm arises Alarm FunctionsTransferring Picture Files Canceling Alarm DisplayVMD Setup Detection Area SetupPage Reviewing Alarm Pictures Substitution Letter Description indication type etc Resetting AlarmHow to customize contents of e-mail notification StepUser Name admin Password None Step Auxiliary Output Control Auxiliary Output ControlTroubleshooting Camera Section SpecificationsPrevention of Blooming and Smear Network SectionOptional Accessories AccessoriesLens/Mechanism sections Appendix Panasonic Digital Communications & Security Company