Panasonic AW-HS50N Connections with a computer, Image transmission functions

8. Connections with a computer

8-1. Image transmission functions

When the unit and computer are connected using a LAN cable, the unit’s data can be saved in (downloaded to) the computer and data can be written (uploaded) from the computer to the unit.

The following kinds of data can be downloaded and uploaded.

•Frame memory images (FMEM1, FMEM2)

•Menu settings

•Panel statuses

￿Network information (IP address, subnet mask, gateway and MAC address) cannot be uploaded.

￿The image formats compatible with the frame memories include bitmap (bmp), JPEG (jpg), TIFF (tif), GIF (gif) and PNG (png).

Images can be converted automatically to the size of the format specified.

In order to use this function, the “Image transmission software” must be installed into the host computer from the CD provided. For details on how to install the application, refer to “8-3. How to install the software”.

8-2. Connections

A LAN cable is used to connect the host computer to the unit’s LAN connector.

When connecting the unit directly to the host computer, use a crossover cable.

When making the connection through a device such as a hub, use a straight cable.

For details on the IP address and other network settings, refer to “6-1-4. Network settings”.

Crossover cable

Straight cable

Hub

Straight cable

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