OPERATION USING A PC

It is possible to perform the settings or operate the unit using a web browser installed on a PC when this unit is connected to a network.

The available features and the system requirements of a PC are as follows.

Refer to the Network Operating Instructions (PDF) on the provided CD-ROM.

Features

It is possible to operate this unit using a web browser in much the same way as using the buttons on the front panel of this unit.

The following functions are available when using a PC via a network as well as the functions operable using the buttons on the front panel of the unit.

Downloading/transmitting images

It is possible to download (save) the currently displayed image in the web browser window onto the hard disk of a PC. By establishing an FTP server, it is possible to transmit images to a designated FTP server. When an event occurs, it is possible to transmit images from the camera installed in the place where the event occurred.

Event notification function

When an event occurs, it is possible to send e-mails to designated addresses to notify of the event occurrence. It is also possible to send an e-mail with a recorded image of the place where the event occurred.

Host authentication

It is possible to restrict devices from operating this unit if their IP addresses are not registered.

System Requirements of a PC

It is recommended to operate this unit using a PC that meets the following system requirements. If using a PC that does not meet the following system requirements, it may cause problems such as slow imaging or the browser becomes unable to operate.

OS:

One of the following operating systems: Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional SP4 Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional or Home Edition SP1

PC:

IBM PC/AT Compatible

CPU:

Intel® Pentium® 4, 1.4 GHz or faster

Memory:

512 MB or more

Monitor:

1024 x 768 pixels or more, HIGH color 16 bit or more

Interface:

Built-in network interface card compatible 10/100 Mbps

Recommended web browser:

Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 SP2, 6.0 SP1

Other web browsers are not compatible with this unit.

Important:

The plug-in software must be installed. The plug-in soft- ware will be downloaded and installed automatically when accessing the unit using a browser. If the plug-in software has not been downloaded/installed correctly, install it from the provided CD-ROM.

Refer to "readme.txt" on the provided CD-ROM for the descriptions of how to install it.

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Panasonic WJ-HD316A, WJ-HD309A operating instructions Operation Using a PC, Features, System Requirements of a PC

WJ-HD316A, WJ-HD309A specifications

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