Panasonic of North America 96NBL-C131 2.4GHz WIRELESS NETWORK CAMERA User Manual users manual
Panasonic Corporation of North America 2.4GHz WIRELESS NETWORK CAMERA users manual
users manual
Operating Instructions
Please read this manual before using and save this manual for future reference.
Network Camera Recorder
Single Camera Version
Please note that since this software is a trial version, camera registration is
restricted to only 1 camera and support services are not available.
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Main Features
Recording or Playing Images with Audio
This software records or plays images with audio from the camera (The camera
with audio will be released soon.) (see page 61). Since you can record images with
audio, recorded images become impressive. For example, you can use the images
with audio for training employee after you record your shop scene. This software
can also record multiple cameras simultaneously.
Advanced Motion Detection Recording
Motion detection recording is improved from BB-HNP60. You can set a time (1—
60 seconds) to record before or after motion detection (see page 37). You can
check the detail condition when the motion was detected.
Advanced Timer Recording and Search Ability
You can set a keyword in timer recording (see page 58). You can manage images
by keyword. 10 settings can be set in timer recording for each camera. Additionally,
you can search images by time, recording method (such as timer recording and
motion detection recording), or keyword (see page 65).
Other Features
•Layout Feature of Operation Window (see page 41 to page 43)
You can change size or location of camera list or operation bar for the camera,
or you can display them separately.
•Camera List (see page 68)
The registered cameras can be listed, and the camera preview size can be set
in 6 levels.
•Recording Capacity Limit (see page 36)
If you set the maximum value, you can limit the recording capacity.
•Automatic Backup (see page 28)
This software starts backing up images at the set time.
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System Requirements for your PC
Your PC (Personal Computer) and network must meet the following technical
specifications for this software to work properly.
Notes
• The information above is based on 640 x 480 resolution, favor clarity,
motion detection recording, recording interval: Not Specify, recording
capacity limited settings to decide your PC specification. The information
may change depending on the system or composition.
• Change the hard disk capacity considering file size shown on page 25.
Trademarks
• Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
• Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation
or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
• Screen shots reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation.
• All other trademarks identified herein are the property of their respective
owners.
Items Description
Operating
System Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional Edition
Microsoft® Windows® 2000 (Service Pack 2 or later)
Web Browser Internet Explorer 6.0 or later
File System NTFS (NT File System) is recommended.
Audio*1
*1 Using the camera with audio.
Audio input/output feature (Microphone or speaker)
Hardware
Specification Connecting 10 Cameras Connecting 4 Cameras
CPU: Pentium® 4 3 GHz or
higher, or compatible processor
Memory: 512 MB or higher
CPU: Pentium 4 1.8 GHz or
higher, or compatible processor
Memory: 256 MB or higher
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Table of Contents
1 Product Introduction.....................................................6
1.1 Included Accessories..................................................................... 6
1.2 Important Information..................................................................... 7
1.2.1 Audio and Video Recording Notice............................................................ 7
1.2.2 Security Cautions ...................................................................................... 7
1.3 End-User License Agreement........................................................ 8
1.4 Looking at Installation Procedure................................................. 10
1.5 Installing This Software................................................................ 11
1.5.1 Modifying or Deleting This Software........................................................ 17
1.6 Starting or Closing This Software ................................................ 18
1.6.1 Starting This Software ............................................................................. 18
1.6.2 Closing This Software.............................................................................. 19
1.7 Performing License Registration .................................................. 20
1.7.1 Registering a New License...................................................................... 20
1.7.2 Performing Online Registration................................................................ 22
2 Software Operation.....................................................25
2.1 Selecting a Folder to Save Images .............................................. 25
2.2 Automatically Backing up Recorded Images................................ 28
2.3 Using a Proxy Server................................................................... 30
2.4 Registering the Camera............................................................... 32
2.4.1 Creating New Camera ............................................................................. 32
2.4.2 Editing Camera Information ..................................................................... 40
2.5 Network Camera Recorder Window ............................................ 41
2.5.1 Monitoring Page....................................................................................... 47
2.5.2 Recorded Image Page............................................................................. 48
2.5.3 Timer List Page........................................................................................ 49
2.6 Monitoring the Camera ................................................................ 50
2.6.1 Monitoring the Camera ............................................................................ 50
2.6.2 Using Operation Bar ................................................................................ 51
2.6.3 Using Preset Buttons............................................................................... 54
2.7 Recording the Image.................................................................... 55
2.7.1 Manually Recording the Image................................................................ 55
2.7.2 Motion Detection Recording .................................................................... 57
2.7.3 Timer Recording ...................................................................................... 58
2.8 Playing the Recorded Images...................................................... 61
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2.8.1 Playing the Recorded Images ................................................................. 61
2.8.2 Searching the Recorded Images............................................................. 65
2.9 Using Camera List........................................................................ 68
2.10 Enabling or Disabling the Cameras.............................................. 70
2.11 Deleting the Registered Cameras................................................ 71
2.12 Converting the Recorded Images ................................................ 72
2.12.1 Converting the Recorded Images to JPEG files...................................... 72
2.13 Other Features............................................................................. 74
2.13.1 Importing the Camera Information........................................................... 74
2.13.2 Exporting the Camera Information .......................................................... 74
2.13.3 Copying the Recorded Images................................................................ 75
2.13.4 Changing the Keyword of the Recorded Images..................................... 75
2.13.5 Deleting the Recorded Images................................................................ 76
2.14 Error Message List....................................................................... 77
2.15 Troubleshooting............................................................................ 95
2.16 Default Setting List....................................................................... 97
Index....................................................................................99
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1 Product Introduction
1.1 Included Accessories
The following items are provided.
Note
User registration requires registration code shown on registration code
stickers. Affix the stickers to the case, the front or the back of Operating
Instructions to remember registration code and password.
CD-ROM Notice
• Do not scratch, smudge, write or label either CD-ROM surfaces. It may
become unreadable because of a scratch.
• Do not touch the CD-ROM surface and avoid leaving fingerprints on it. It may
become unreadable because of dust.
• Do not place the CD-ROM in any place where it will be subjected to direct sun-
light or high temperature such as around a heater. CD-ROM may become
unreadable because of change in shape.
• Do not throw or bend CD-ROM. CD-ROM may become unreadable because
of a scratch or change in shape.
• Do not play this CD-ROM in an audio CD player. Ear-splitting volume may
damage its speakers.
• CD-ROM.......................................................
• Operating Instructions (This Manual)............
• Registration code stickers............................
1 pc.
1 pc.
1 set (3 pcs.)
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1.2 Important Information
1.2.1 Audio and Video Recording Notice
PLEASE NOTE that under certain circumstances, audio/video recording may be
PROHIBITED by law. This software should be used only in compliance with all
applicable federal, state and local statutes.
1.2.2 Security Cautions
When using this software, take appropriate measures to avoid the following
security breaches.
• Leaks of private information via this software
• Illegal use of this software by a third party
• Interference or suspension of the use of this product by a third party
Take the following measures to avoid security breaches:
• To prevent malicious attack to your PC or recorded images, keep newly
updating the installed software on your PC such as operating system, web
browser, antivirus software or Network Camera Recorder. (Perform the
version update to intensify the security).
• If you receive data from the Internet, perform the scan for malicious
program or removal of the computer virus.
• You are responsible for this product’s user information such as registered
camera information and recorded images. This information should not be
made available to any third parties outside the user group.
Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd.
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1.3 End-User License Agreement
THIS IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU AND PANASONIC
COMMUNICATIONS CO., LTD. ("PANASONIC") WITH RESPECT TO THE
PANASONIC NETWORK CAMERA RECORDER SINGLE CAMERA VERSION
("SOFTWARE"). CAREFULLY READ ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF
THIS AGREEMENT PRIOR TO INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE. THE
SOFTWARE INCLUDES A PROGRAM LICENSED UNDER THE GNU LESSER
GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE ("LGPL PROGRAM"). AS FOR LGPL PROGRAM,
GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE SET FORTH IN THE FILE
"COPYING" UNDER THE DIRECTORY NAMED "SOURCE" WHICH CAN BE
FOUND ON THE CD-ROM SHALL BE APPLIED. INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE
INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
If you do not agree to these terms and conditions, do not install the SOFTWARE.
1. COPYRIGHT:
The SOFTWARE is protected by copyright laws and international treaty
provisions, and all other applicable laws. You acknowledge that you are
receiving only a LIMITED LICENSE TO USE the SOFTWARE and related
documentation, and that you shall obtain no title, ownership nor any other
rights in or to the SOFTWARE and its related documentation, all of which title
and rights shall remain with PANASONIC or its licensor.
2. LICENSE:
3. RESTRICTIONS:
You may not reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble the SOFTWARE,
except as expressly permitted by applicable laws or GNU Lesser General
Public License. You may not use, copy, modify, alter, rent, lease or transfer the
SOFTWARE, its related documentation, or any copies thereof, in whole or in
part, except as expressly provided in this Agreement. You may not export the
(1) You may use the SOFTWARE solely for the purpose of recording and
processing images from one PANASONIC Network Camera which is
compatible with the SOFTWARE.
(2) You may make a copy of the SOFTWARE for the use defined in
subparagraph (1) above, or for internal back-up purpose only.
(3) You may transfer your rights under this License Agreement on a
permanent basis, provided that you transfer this Agreement, all copies
of the SOFTWARE, all related documentation and your PANASONIC
Network Camera, and the recipient thereof agrees to the terms of this
Agreement.
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SOFTWARE in contravention of any applicable U.S. or foreign export laws and
regulations.
4. TERM:
This license is effective until terminated. You may terminate this Agreement at
any time by destroying the SOFTWARE and related documentation and all
copies thereof. This license will be terminated if you fail to comply with any
term or condition of this Agreement. Upon such termination, you agree to
destroy the SOFTWARE, all copies thereof and related documentation.
5. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY:
PANASONIC DOES NOT MAKE OR PASS ON TO YOU OR OTHER THIRD
PARTY, ANY WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. PANASONIC MAKES NO
WARRANTY THAT THE SOFTWARE WILL BE ERROR-FREE OR THAT IT
WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS. PANASONIC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR ANY DAMAGES SUFFERED BY YOU INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES,
EVEN IF PANASONIC HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
SUCH DAMAGES. NOTWITHSTANDING THE FOREGOING, IF THE TERMS
AND CONDITIONS HEREOF CONTRADICT THE LAWS OF THE
JURISDICTION IN WHICH YOU LIVE, THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT SHALL
BE MODIFIED TO THE EXTENT SUCH LAWS REQUIRE.
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1.4 Looking at Installation Procedure
You must perform the following steps to use this software.
Read the End-User License Agreement (see page 8).
You cannot install this software if you disagree.
(The legal agreement is required when installing this software.)
Install this software (see page 11).
Perform the license registration (see page 20).
To use this software, perform the license registration by getting a license
key on online registration. (The attached registration code stickers are
required.)
Select the folder to save images (see page 25).
Configure the camera (see page 32).
Operate recording and monitoring the camera.
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1.5 Installing This Software
It is recommended that you create an administrator account user on your PC to
securely manage recorded images. After logging in as the set user, install this
software.
1. Insert the CD-ROM to the CD-ROM drive.
• Installation Selection window automatically appears.
Notes
• If Installation Selection window does not appear, open the CD-ROM
and double-click "autorun.exe" file.
• Adobe® Acrobat® Reader® must be installed on your PC. It can be
downloaded from the Adobe website.
2. Click [Install Network Camera Recorder].
• If this software has been installed, the following window is displayed.
Install this software after removing this software at
[Start] [Settings] [Control Panel] [Add/Remove Programs] window.
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Note
If you do not log in as an administrator account user, you cannot install this
software and the following windows will be displayed. Log in as an
administrator.
• Installation window appears.
or
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3. Click [Next>].
• License Agreement window appears.
4. Check [I Agree] and click [Next>].
• Choose Destination Location window appears.
Notes
• To securely manage recorded images, selecting [Just me] is
recommended.
• [Everyone] means users having an administrator account.
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• Click [Browse...] to change the destination folder.
• The destination must have more than 200 MB free capacity.
• If you click [Disk Cost...], installable drives, each drive disk size and free
capacity are displayed.
5. Select the destination folder, and click [Next>].
• Installation Confirmation window is displayed.
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6. Click [Next>].
• This software starts installation.
• After the installation, Installation Complete window is displayed.
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7. Click [Close].
• is displayed on the desktop.
• After the restart, is displayed on the system tray.
lights red during recording.
Notes
• If the operation window is started but is displayed, this software
is working. Timer recording is also working.
• To close this software, right-click and select [Exit]. The button
will be deleted from the system tray.
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1.5.1 Modifying or Deleting This Software
To modify or delete this software, follow the steps below.
1. Insert the CD-ROM to the CD-ROM drive.
• Installation Selection window automatically appears.
• If Installation Selection window does not appear, double-click "setup.exe"
file on the CD-ROM.
2. Click [Install Network Camera].
• If this software have been installed, the following window is displayed.
3. Check [Repair Network Camera Recorder] or [Remove Network Camera
Recorder], and click [Finish].
• If the modification or deletion is complete, the confirmation window is
displayed.
Note
If you delete this software, the camera settings and recorded images are
not deleted. To delete them, manually delete NCR2 folder at the
destination.
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1.6 Starting or Closing This Software
1.6.1 Starting This Software
Double-click on the desktop to start this software.
• Initial window of this software is displayed.
Notes
• These softwares cannot work at the same time. Use only a software.
• This software can be started from the program menus. Clicking "ncr2.exe"
file at the destination also starts this software.
• If the license is not registered, the License Registration window is
displayed. Click [Issue a license key on online registration] to register a
license.
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1.6.2 Closing This Software
Click [File] [Exit] on the menu bar.
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1.7 Performing License Registration
If the license is not registered, the License Registration window is displayed.
Click [Issue a license key on online registration] to register a license.
License key can be obtained after you registered online. Follow the steps below.
1.7.1 Registering a New License
1. Display the License Registration window.
• If the license is not registered, the License Registration window is
displayed.
• You can also display the window by selecting [Help] [License
Registration].
2. Click [Issue a license key on online registration].
• The online registration website is displayed.
• See page 22 for the online registration.
3. Enter the registration code and license key, and click [OK].
• Characters are case sensitive.
• The following window is displayed.
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4. Click [OK].
Note
If the following window is displayed, the registration code or license key is
incorrect. Confirm them, and enter them again.
Note
If the registration is complete, [License Registration] on the menu bar is grayed
out.
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1.7.2 Performing Online Registration
1. Display the online registration website (step 1 and 2 on page 20).
Notes
• Enter "http://www.comm-9.com/ncr/" on the address bar, and press [enter]
on the keyboard to access the online registration website.
• Internet Explorer 6.0 or later is recommended. Other web browsers may
not display the online registration website.
• The online registration can be performed from other PCs that are
connected to the Internet.
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2. Enter the registration code, and click [Next>].
• The registration code are shown on the attached registration code
stickers.
• The Privacy Information website is displayed.
3. Enter the requirements, and click [Register].
Note
The login password will be required in the future support. Be sure to
make a note to remember it.
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• The license key is displayed.
Note
Write the license key onto the registration code stickers to remember it.
Attach the sticker on the back cover of this Operating Instructions.
The E-mail to inform a license key is sent to the registered E-mail address.
When the license key is lost
1. Enter "http://www.comm-9.com/ncr/" on the address bar, and press [enter] on
the keyboard to access the online registration website.
2. Enter the registration code and login password, and click [Next>].
• The license key is displayed.
When the login password is lost
1. Enter "http://www.comm-9.com/ncr/" on the address bar, and press [enter] on
the keyboard to access the online registration website.
2. Click [If you forget your login password, please click here].
3. Enter the registration code and click [Submit].
• The E-mail to inform a license key is sent to the registered E-mail address.
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2 Software Operation
2.1 Selecting a Folder to Save Images
This software records camera images to the hard disk on your PC. The folder can
be changed. After the camera is registered, destination folders are automatically
created in the selected folder. The recorded images are saved in the destination
folders.
• If the destination folder is not selected, the recorded images are saved into the
destination folders at the destination folder where Network Camera Recorder
is installed.
• You can change the destination folder to another folder or external hard disk
drives.
Notes
• The folder must have more than 100 MB free capacity.
• The level of the folder-hierarchy depth must be within 6 to prevent the system
from getting unstable.
• The recorded images in the destination folder are displayed on the screen. If
you change the destination folder, the recorded images in the former folder are
not displayed.
• File sizes of recorded images listed below can be used as a baseline. (1 frame
size)
• Recorded capacity can be calculated by
Size (KB) x Frame Rate (frames per second) x time (second).
E.g.
640 x 480 resolution, Favor Clarity and 12 frames per second for an hour
settings
50 (KB) x 12 (fps) x 3,600 (s) = 2,160,000 (About 2.06 GB)
If the audio is attached, add 4 KB per second.
2,160,000 (KB) + 4 (KB) x 3,600 (s) = 2,174,400 (About 2.08 GB)
Resolution Items Favor
Clarity Standard Favor
Motion
640 x 480 File Size About
50 KB About
33 KB About
20 KB
320 x 240 File Size About
25 KB About
16 KB About
8 KB
160 x 120 File Size About
7 KB About
5 KB About
3 KB
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1. Start this software and select [Tools] [Preferences] [Destination Folder] on
the menu bar.
• The destination folder page is displayed.
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2. Click [Browse...].
• The selecting folder page is displayed.
3. Select the destination, and click [OK] .
• Create the folder in advance.
4. Set the hard disk free space.
• Set enough capacity (100 MB or greater) as your destination folder to
prevent the system from getting unstable.
5. Click [OK].
Notes
• Recorded images are saved in the following folder.
• If the image cannot be recorded, error message is displayed.
•Do not manually delete, move or change any files in the index folder
or data folder.
NCR2
data Folder to store recorded images
Destination folder
Folder to store data to search
recorded images
index
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2.2 Automatically Backing up Recorded Images
Recorded images can be backed up automatically at the specified time.
1. Select [Tools] [Preferences] [Backup] on the menu bar.
• The backup setting page is displayed.
2. Set the parameters, and click [OK].
(a)
(b)
(c)
Check the box.
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Parameters
Notes
• Backup feature automatically creates the last dated folder, and copies the
recorded images and data for search in the destination folder.
• Backup feature backs up only newly-recorded images after the last
backup was executed.
• If the capacity has reached the limit, the backup is stopped, and error
message is displayed (see page 93).
• The backup images can be searched. Select [Backup Image] on the
search page (see page 65).
• The recording operation of this software may be delayed during backup.
• If images are recorded during backup, the recorded images will be backed
up next time.
•Do not manually delete, move or change any files in the index folder
or data folder in the backup folder.
(a) Select your destination folder for backup. See page 26 for how to
access the backup page.
• Create the folder in advance.
• The level of the folder-hierarchy depth must be within 6 to prevent
the system from getting unstable.
(b) Set the hard disk free space to stop backing up before the system
becomes full.
• Set enough capacity (100 MB or greater) as your destination
folder to prevent the system from getting unstable.
(c) Set the date and time to execute backup.
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2.3 Using a Proxy Server
You need to set the following settings to monitor the camera on the Internet you
using a proxy server. (You cannot connect to the camera without the proxy
settings.)
If you do not use a proxy server, this setting is not required.
1. Select [Tools] [Preferences] [Network Connection] on the menu bar.
• The proxy setting page is displayed.
2. Check [Use a proxy server], set the parameters, and click [OK].
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Setting Description
Proxy Address and
Port Enter the IP address of proxy server and port number. Enter
them after asking your administrator.
• Enter the alphanumeric characters. (Enter only the
numeric character for port number.)
Proxy User Name
and Proxy
Password
Enter the user name and password for the proxy server, if
required. Enter them after asking your administrator.
• Enter the alphanumeric characters.
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2.4 Registering the Camera
Before you can view or record images, each camera must be configured on this
software.
• If you change the destination folder from the default folder of this software,
select a folder to save images in advance (see page 25).
• The camera information can be imported and exported (see page 74).
2.4.1 Creating New Camera
1. Select [Camera] [Create New Camera] on the menu bar.
• You can create a camera on the menu displayed by right-clicking on the
camera list (see page 68).
• The create new camera page is displayed.
2. Set the parameters and click [OK].
• The camera preview is displayed on the camera list.
Page Selection Tab
Basic Settings : Displays the setup page for the camera name and IP
address (see page 33).
Image Settings : Displays the setup page for the image size and recording
method (see page 35).
Recording Capacity
Limit : Displays the setup page for the recording capacity limit
value (see page 36).
Motion Detection : Displays the setup page for the motion detection
recording (see page 37).
Keyword : Displays the setup page for recorded image keyword
(see page 39).
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Basic Settings Page
Setting Description
Camera Name Enter the camera name (mandatory). The camera name is
displayed on the screen (see page 47).
• Maximum 250 characters.
Comment Enter the information of the camera such as a location. The
comment is displayed on the screen (see page 47).
• Maximum 128 characters.
Camera Address Enter the IP address (or domain name) (mandatory).
• Enter the alphanumeric characters.
Port Enter the port number.
• When port number is 80 (default), you do not need to enter
port number.
• Enter the numeric characters.
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Note
If this software cannot access the camera, the following message is displayed.
Confirm the camera setting and try again.
User Name/
Password If you set security setting (authentication setting), enter
administrator user name and password of the camera.
• Enter the alphanumeric characters.
• 4 to 15 characters.
• Password is saved in encryption.
Use a proxy server If you enable the proxy settings (see page 30), [Use a proxy
server] is enabled. If the camera is using a proxy server, check
[Use a proxy server].
Setting Description
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Image Settings Page
• Default is displayed when you register a camera.
• If you can change default by checking [Set to Default] and clicking [OK], the
current settings become as a default.
• If you click [Return to Default], the settings return to a default.
Note
If the camera disables setting changes, resolution or image quality settings
may not work properly.
Setting Description
Resolution Select 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (default) or 160 x 120.
Image Quality Select Favor Clarity, Standard (default) or Favor Motion.
Recorded
Frequency Set the interval to record images.
[Not Specify*1, Specify*2 or Setting Intervals*3]
*1 If you record images as they are set on the camera, set to [Not Specify]. Images are recorded
as the camera sends images through its max. bandwidth.
*2 If you select [Audio and Image], you cannot specify the intervals.
*3 Due to the network environment, you may not monitor the camera at the set intervals or max.
bandwidth.
Recording Setting Select to record the image with audio or only images.
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Recording Capacity Limit Page
• Default is displayed when you register a camera.
• If you change default by checking [Set to Default] and clicking [OK], the current
settings become as a default.
• If you click [Return to Default], the settings return to a default.
• If you change the capacity to a smaller value than the current capacity, this
software deletes old images. (E.g. if you change the capacity to 200 MB when
you recorded images up to 250 MB, 50 MB old images are deleted.)
Setting Description
Limit Recording
Capacity To limit the capacity, check [Limit the recording capacity] and
set the capacity. Select [Stop recording] or [Delete old images
and keep recording] (by 1 minute) when the capacity is full.
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Motion Detection Page
E.g. If the recording time overlaps other settings, a continuous image is recorded.
• If you set to record images before or after 5-second period and another motion
is detected, 1 image is recorded.
• Default is displayed when you register a camera.
• If you can change default by checking [Set to Default] and clicking [OK], the
current settings become as a default.
• If you click [Return to Default], the settings return to a default.
Setting Description
Recording Method Record images in the time period before or after motion
detection.
Threshold Adjust the threshold to start recording. If the threshold is set
low, this software sensitively detects changes.
Sensitivity If you set sensitivity high, amplitude of motion detection bar
gets jumpy (see page 47).
5 seconds 5 seconds
5 seconds 5 seconds
Motion is detected.
Motion is detected.
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Notes
• Clicking on the toolbar buttons starts recording, and clicking stops
recording. If you are clicking or while you set recording time period
before or after the motion detection, motion detection recording does not
work.
• If you try to capture a exact image when the motion is detected, do not
check the boxes of before motion detection and after motion detection.
• Motion detection level is changed depending on resolution, image quality,
object situation and network environment. Confirm the level by performing
motion detection recording.
On the monitoring page, clicking displays motion detection bar.
Motion Detection Bar
The threshold is the border between green and red. If the
level exceeds the threshold, the motion detection
recording starts.
Indicator lights red during motion detection recording.
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Keyword Page
Setting Description
Keyword 1/
Keyword 2 Put a keyword to manually-recorded images.
• 2 keywords (keyword 1/keyword 2) can be set.
• If you set a keyword, you can search recorded images by
it (see page 65).
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2.4.2 Editing Camera Information
1. Select [Camera] [Edit Current Camera] on the menu bar.
• You can change camera information on the menu displayed by right-
clicking on the camera list (see page 68).
• The change camera information page is displayed.
2. Set the parameters and click [OK].
• See page 33 to page 39 for details about parameters.
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2.5 Network Camera Recorder Window
Window Display
The camera list and operation bar can be displayed on another window, or change
the layout.
E.g. Displaying the operation bar on another window
Page Selection tab
Monitoring Image: Displays the current image (see page 47).
Recorded Image: Displays the recorded image list and playback image (see page
48).
Timer List: Displays the timer list (see page 49).
Camera List
(see page 68)
Menu Bar
(see page 44)
Toolbar Buttons
(see page 46)
Operation Bar
(see page 51)
Status Bar Monitoring Page (see page 47)
Displays the status.
Double-clicking or clicking displays
it on another window.
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E.g. Changing the layout moving the operation bar
Note
If you move the window while pressing [Ctrl] on the keyboard, the window is
located as an independent window.
You can move the location by dragging.
The window is embedded by dragging on the page.
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E.g. Changing the layout moving the camera list
• The camera list enables you to simultaneously monitor multiple cameras,
and to view the camera in a larger size (see page 68).
Note
If you move the window while pressing [Ctrl] on the keyboard, the window is
located as an independent window.
The window is embedded on the page.
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Menu Bar
Edit
File
View
Record
Camera
Exit
Display Mode
Image Size on Camera List
Window
Toolbar
Status Bar
Start Recording
Start Motion Detection
Recording
Stop Recording
Create New Camera...
Edit Current Camera...
Previous Camera
Next Camera
Enable or Disable Camera
Delete...
Copy
Search...
Close this software.
Copy the image onto clipboard.
Display search page of recorded
images.
Select image display mode.
Select camera preview size.
Display or hide camera list, operation
bar or recorded image list.
Select camera move on the toolbar,
display mode, recording button display.
Display or hide status bar.
Start recording.
Start motion detection recording.
Stop recording.
Register new camera.
Edit camera information.
Display previous camera image.
Display next camera image.
Delete registered camera.
Enable or disable cameras.
Playback
Start
Pause
Stop
To Next Image
To Previous Image
Play recorded images.
Pause playback.
Stop playback.
Display a next image from displayed
image.
Display a previous image from
displayed image.
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Recorded Images
Timer
Tools
Create New Timer...
Edit Current Timer...
Enable or Disable Timer
Delete...
JPEG Conversion
Import Camera Settings...
Export Camera Settings...
Preferences...
Refresh
Delete...
Display latest recorded image list.
Edit Keyword...
Edit keyword of recorded images.
Delete selected recorded images.
Create new timer.
Edit timer registration information.
Enable or disable timers.
Delete selected timers.
Convert recorded image to JPEG file.
Import camera setting information.
Export camera setting information
to a file.
Open preference page (Destination,
Backup and Network Connection
page).
Help
License Registration...
Open Operating Instructions
Download
About Network
Camera Recorder
Open license registration page.
Open operating instructions pdf file.
Open online registration/download
website.
Camera Portal Site Open camera top page.
Open version information page of
this software.
Support Information Open support information website
for this software.
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Toolbar Buttons
Selects a previous camera
from the current camera. Starts recording.
Selects a next camera from the
current camera. Starts motion detection
recording.
Fits the image to the window. Stops recording.
Shrinks the image by 25 %
(minimum 25 % of the actual
size).
Displays a scale.
Expands the image by 25 %
(maximum 700 % of the actual
size).
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2.5.1 Monitoring Page
Date and time
on your PC is
displayed.
Operation Bar
(see page 51)
You can operate
the selected
camera through
the monitoring
page.
Camera List (see page 68)
The registered cameras are
listed. Right-clicking the image
displays menus.
Motion Detection Bar (see
page 57)
The bar is displayed when the
motion detection starts. The
threshold of the motion
detection recording is
displayed.
The comment of registered camera
is displayed.
Monitoring page of the
selected camera
Camera name
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2.5.2 Recorded Image Page
The recorded image page displays recorded image list of the selected cameras
and plays recorded images.
Note
Clicking on the upper side of the search page displays the page on another
window.
Playback
Screen
(see page 61)
Displays the
images selected
on the recorded
images.
Recorded
Image List
(see page 61)
Lists the
recorded
images.
Recording Method Selection Tab
• The recorded images are displayed in a group of recording method.
• Clicking [Search] displays a search page.
Search Page
(see page 65)
Searches the
recorded
images. The
result is shown
on the search
tab page.
The screen size can
be changed by
dragging the frame
where the cursor is
changed to .
Search Tab
Page
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2.5.3 Timer List Page
You can set, change, enable/disable or delete timer on the timer list page (see page
60).
• Right-click the timer list to display the menu.
• Select the timer name, and right-click it to display the menu.
• Select the multiple timer names, and right-click them to display the menu.
Timer List
List the set timers.
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2.6 Monitoring the Camera
2.6.1 Monitoring the Camera
1. Select a camera preview on the camera list.
• Selected camera image is displayed on the monitoring page.
Notes
• Sometimes Audio may be interrupted, or image may be paused.
• Camera preview size can be changed (see page 68).
• Page layout can be changed (see page 41 to page 43).
• If you monitor the camera with audio feature, audio may be interrupted due
to your PC performance or network environment. In this case, lower the
max. bandwidth setting on the Network page of the camera.
• If the camera is set to display a static image, the monitoring page displays
a blue screen.
is displayed if the
camera supports audio.
You can operate the camera
(see page 51).
Selected camera
is displayed in a
blue frame.
Clicking [Monitoring] tab
displays the monitoring page.
Your PC's date and time
settings are displayed.
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2.6.2 Using Operation Bar
You can operate camera on the monitoring page. If the feature is not permitted, the
buttons are grayed out.
Preset
Display: When clicking a preset button, the preset name
appears. Camera operation information is also
displayed.
Refresh: The latest registered buttons are displayed (see
page 54).
Pan/Tilt
Scan*1:
*1 If the camera disables their controls, you cannot control their features.
Moves the lens throughout the horizontal ( ) or
vertical ( ) range, and returns to the original
position.
Pan/Tilt/Home
Position*1
Controls lens direction.
Pan ( : Left, : Right), Tilt ( : Up,
: Down) and Home Position ( : Center)
Preset
Button*1:Applies the camera direction to a preset position.
Zoom*1Zooms in or out (see page 52).
Tele , Wide
Focus*1Focuses the image (see page 53).
Near , Auto , Far
Brightness*1:Changes brightness in nine steps including [STD]
(Standard). Clicking [-] or [+] changes the image
brightness.
Resolution*1:Selects [640 x 480], [320 x 240] (default) or [160 x
120] pixels.
Image
Quality*1:Selects the image quality.
• [Favor Clarity] optimizes the image for good
clarity.
• [Standard] keeps the standard quality. (default)
• [Favor Motion] optimizes the image for motion
display.
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Zooming in and out (KX-HCM280 Only)
Clicking tele button zooms in
(maximum 42x*1), clicking wide button
zooms out. The camera zooms in or out at a
regular rate.
*1 Optical zoom is 21x and digital zoom is 2x. The camera supports the 42x zoom from the
firmware version 1.75. If you have not updated the camera, download the latest firmware
from the Panasonic Network Camera support website at http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/
products/en/netwkcam/.
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Focusing
The camera has automatic or manual focusing features.
•Automatic Focus
Click button. It is recommended to
use automatic focus. You can return to
automatic focus from manual focus
clicking button.
•Manual Focus
Clicking or sets the camera
to manual focus.
• button moves the pint closer to the
camera.
• button moves the pint further from
the camera.
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2.6.3 Using Preset Buttons
The camera preset buttons can be used. Clicking home position or preset buttons
(1-8) changes position to registered position.
Registered buttons are displayed blue.
Unregistered buttons are displayed gray.
Note
If the preset button is changed while this software is being used, the change is
not reflected on this software. Clicking [Refresh] displays the latest preset
buttons.
1. Click the preset number.
• Preset name is displayed in the upper side.
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2.7 Recording the Image
2.7.1 Manually Recording the Image
This software allows you to manually record images. Set the image settings on the
camera information page (see page 35).
1. Select a camera preview on the camera list.
• Selected camera is displayed in a blue frame (see page 68).
2. Click .
• Selected camera is recorded.
• To stop recording, click .
• is displayed during recording (see page 68). (Left: Green,
Center: Red)
• You can select [Start Recording] or [Stop Recording] on the record menu
bar.
• You can record multiple cameras simultaneously.
Notes
• If you select multiple cameras, select cameras while pressing [Ctrl] on the
keyboard.
• File sizes of recorded images listed below can be used as a baseline. (1 frame
size)
Resolution Items Favor
Clarity Standard Favor
Motion
640 x 480 File Size About
50 KB About
33 KB About
20 KB
320 x 240 File Size About
25 KB About
16 KB About
8 KB
160 x 120 File Size About
7 KB About
5 KB About
3 KB
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• Recorded capacity can be calculated by
Size (KB) x Frame Rate (frames per second) x time (second).
E.g.
640 x 480 resolution, Favor Clarity and 12 frames per second for an hour
settings
50 (KB) x 12 (fps) x 3,600 (s) = 2,160,000 (About 2.06 GB)
If the audio is attached, add 4 KB per second.
2,160,000 (KB) + 4 (KB) x 3,600 (s) = 2,174,400 (About 2.08 GB)
• The setting change on operation bar is not reflected to recording. If you change
resolution or image quality of recorded images, change the settings on the
image settings page (see page 35).
• To stop recording, always click button, or select [Record] [Stop
Recording]. If you close the operation window, recording program does not
stop. If icon is displayed on the system tray, the recording program is
always working (see page 16).
• If network is disconnected during recording, recording is paused. When
network is connected, recording starts again.
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2.7.2 Motion Detection Recording
Record images when the motion is detected on the screen. Set the motion
detection settings on the motion detection page (see page 37).
1. Select a camera preview on the camera list.
• Selected camera is displayed in a blue frame (see page 68).
2. Click .
• Selected camera is recorded.
• To stop recording, click .
• is displayed during motion detection recording (see page
68). (Left: Green, Center: Red, Right: Red)
• You can select [Start Motion Detection Recording] or [Stop Recording] on
the record menu bar.
• You can record multiple cameras simultaneously.
Notes
• If you select multiple cameras, select cameras while pressing [Ctrl] on
the keyboard.
• You can record images before or after the motion is detected. Motion
detection level is changed depending on resolution, image quality,
object situation and network environment. Confirm the level by
performing motion detection recording to assure the intended
operation is realized (see page 37).
• To stop motion detection recording, always click button, or select
[Record] [Stop Motion Detection Recording]. If you close the
operation window, recording program does not stop. If icon is
displayed on the system tray, the recording program is always working
(see page 16).
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2.7.3 Timer Recording
You can specify the day of the week and period of time for recording.
1. Select a camera preview on the camera list.
• Selected camera is displayed in a blue frame (see page 68).
2. Select [Timer] [Create New Timer] on the menu bar.
• The create new timer page is displayed.
• Click [Create New Timer] on the menu displayed by right-clicking the timer
list page (see page 49).
3. Set the parameters, and click [OK].
• The timer is displayed on the timer list page (see page 49).
Items Descriptions
Basic Settings
Timer Name Enter a timer name (mandatory). The timer
name is displayed on the timer list page.
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• If you change default by checking [Set to Default] and clicking [OK], the current
settings become as a default.
• If you click [Return to Default], the settings return to a default.
Notes
• If you click Record Stop button during timer recording, timer recording is
not canceled. To cancel it, disable the timer on the timer list page (see
page 60).
• If you record images all day, the image is recorded from the start time to
end time. If you set time period over midnight, the image is divided into 2
images at midnight.
• 10 timers can be set for each camera.
• If you close the operation window, recording program does not stop. If
icon is displayed on the system tray, the recording program is always
working (see page 16).
Timer Schedule To set a timer, set start time, end time and the
day of the week.
• Checking [Daily] sets the daily timer recording
during the specified time period.
• If you set the day of the week, check [Day of
the Week Setting] and specify the day or
multiple days of the week. If the day of the
week is not checked, the timer recording is not
set.
• If you record images all day, set the same time
at start time and end time.
Recording Method Select timer recording or motion detection
recording.
• If you select motion detection recording, time
period before or after detection can be set. If
you do not set it, this software records an
image only at motion detection.
Keyword
Keyword 1/Keyword 2 You can search recorded images for each timer
by keyword.
Items Descriptions
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• If network is disconnected during recording, recording is paused with the
indictor on (see page 68). When network is connected, recording starts
again.
Editing Timer Settings
1. Select a camera preview on the camera list, and select the timer to change.
2. Change parameters at [Timer] on the menu bar.
• See page 58 for details about parameters.
• Click [Edit Current Camera] or double-click the timer to display the setting
page.
Enabling, Disabling or Deleting Timers
If you create a timer, the timer is enabled. The timer menu bar enables you to
enable, disable or delete timers.
• Timer recording is available only when the timer is enabled. The disabled
timer is not working.
• You can enable, disable or delete timers by right-clicking the timer list
page.
• The disabled timer is grayed out.
If you disable the timer, the timer is grayed out.
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2.8 Playing the Recorded Images
2.8.1 Playing the Recorded Images
1. Select a camera preview on the camera list.
• Selected camera is displayed in a blue frame (see page 68).
2. Select recorded images to play on the recorded image list.
• The selected recorded image is displayed on the screen.
The screen size can be changed by
dragging the frame where the cursor
is changed to .
Camera name is displayed to
play the recorded images.
If the number of
recorded images
exceeds 100, [<100]
and [100>] are
displayed. The image
before or after 100th
can be displayed.
Recorded Image List
Select the image to
play.
Page Selection Tab
Recorded images are listed by the recording method.
Screen
All: Displays all recorded images.
Manual Recording: Displays manually-recorded images.
Timer Recording: Displays timer-recorded images.
Motion Detection Displays recorded images of motion
Recording: detection recording.
Normal Recording: Displays recorded images during all time.
Clicking displays the page on another window.
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Note
If you click [Refresh] on the menu displayed by right-clicking the recorded
image list, the recorded image list is refreshed.
3. Play recorded images on the screen.
Plays images.
Stops playing images.
Pauses playback. The button is changed to during pause.
• To start playing again, click .
If the camera does not support audio, is displayed.
Displays the recorded date and
time. Time is displayed with a
millisecond.
Screen
Jump Button
Displays the time period button by 1
hour. Clicking the time period
displays recorded images from that
time on.
Displays the next image.
Display a
previous image
from the
displayed image.
Slider Bar
The playback position
can be set dragging
the bar.
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Notes
• Sometimes Audio may be interrupted, or image may be paused.
• If you monitor the camera with audio feature, audio may be interrupted due
to your PC performance or network environment. In this case, lower the
max. bandwidth setting on the Network page of the camera.
• If you click the minimize button during playback or change the page to
monitoring page, recorded image or timer list page, the playback is
paused.
Recorded images can be played in the following ways
• Double-clicking the recorded image.
• Select [Playback] on the menu displayed by right-clicking the recorded
image list.
• Select [Playback] [Start] on the menu bar.
Note
Pause, Stop, Next image or Previous image
can be operated on the menu bar.
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Speed and volume can be adjusted in the following ways.
Notes
• The changed playback speed is disabled by selecting another camera
preview or closing this software.
• Audio cannot be adjusted. Audio can be played only at the medium speed
(default).
Adjust the slider bar displayed by
right-clicking volume button. If the
camera does not support audio, the
button is not displayed.
Adjust the slider bar displayed by
right-clicking playback button.
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2.8.2 Searching the Recorded Images
You can search images by using recorded time or keyword.
1. Select a camera preview on the camera list.
• Selected camera is displayed in a blue frame (see page 68).
2. Select [Edit] [Search] on the menu bar.
• Clicking [Search] tab displays the search page.
• The search page is displayed.
Double-clicking
or clicking displays the
search page on another
window.
Specifies the time period to
search images (see page 67).
Specifies the day of the week.
• To search in the day of
the week, check it.
Specifies the keyword you set.
Specifies searching folder, recording status and recording method.
Searched Target : Select destination folder or backup folder to search
images.
Recorded Status : Select recording status from all, normal recording*1 or
motion detection recording*2.
Recording
Method
: Select recording method from all, manual, or timer.
*1:Normal recording means the images recorded by button or recorded
all the set time period by timer recording.
*2:Motion detection recording means the images recorded by button or
recorded only when motion is detected by timer recording.
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3. Set search conditions, and click [Search Operation].
• The search result is displayed.
Notes
• If you set the time period, this software search images by the
condition including the time period.
• Conditions are added like A and B. For example, if you set [Tuesday]
and [Current Recorded Image], this software searches images
recorded on Tuesday.
• Clicking deletes all search results.
• Searched images can be played on the screen (see page 61).
• The images that are being backed up cannot be the target for the
search.
The search
condition is
displayed.
The search result is displayed.
If the number of recorded
images exceeds 100,
[<100] and [100>] are
displayed. The image
before or after 100th can
be displayed.
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Search Time Period
To specify the search time period, check the box and specify the time period.
Time period can be set by directly entering date and time or selecting it from the
calendar.
Entering Date and Time
Selecting Date and Time from Calendar
Note
Second cannot be set in the time period.
Directly enter date and time.
If you do not set it, this software search
images after the set time.
If you click it, the calendar is displayed.
Select the date from the calendar.
Displays the previous month.
Displays the next month.
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2.9 Using Camera List
The camera list displays registered camera previews.
The selected camera is displayed in a blue frame.
If you select multiple cameras, select them while pressing [Ctrl] key on the
keyboard.
The image of the selected camera is displayed
on the monitoring page.
Indicator
: Monitoring
(Left: Green)
: Recording
(Left: Green, Center: Red)
: Motion detection recording
(Left: Green, Center and Right:
Red)
: Stand-by state for motion
detection recording
(Left: Green, Right: Red)
If you select a camera preview and right-click it,
menu is displayed. The camera can be set from
the menu.
Create New
Camera
: Displays the create new camera page (see page 32).
Image Size : Changes camera preview sizes (320 x 240, 240 x 180,
160 x 120, 120 x 90 (default), 80 x 60, 60 x 45)
Edit Current
Camera
: Displays the camera information page (see page 40).
Enable : Enables cameras.
Disable : Disables cameras.
Delete : Deletes cameras.
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Notes
• Double-clicking or clicking displays the camera list on
another window (see page 41).
• If the camera is not operated for 15 seconds, the indicator of monitoring
turns off.
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2.10 Enabling or Disabling the Cameras
You can enable or disable cameras.
1. Select the camera to enable or disable, and select [Enable] or [Disable] on the
menu bar [Camera] [Enable or Disable Cameras].
• You can enable or disable cameras from the menu displayed by right-
clicking camera list (see page 68).
• You can enable or disable multiple cameras.
• If you select multiple cameras, select cameras while pressing [Ctrl] key on
the keyboard.
To Disable Cameras
• The following window is displayed. Click [OK] to disable it.
• If you disable the camera, the monitoring page is not displayed.
Manual recording and timer recording cannot be operated.
Disabling the "Camera01" camera
Notes
• You can play images recorded by the disabled cameras.
• If you disable the camera, manual recording and timer recording is
stopped. If you enable the camera, timer recording starts again.
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2.11 Deleting the Registered Cameras
You can delete registered cameras.
Note
If you delete cameras, the recorded images are deleted with the cameras.
If you keep recorded images, disable the cameras (see page 70).
1. Select the camera to delete, and select [Camera] [Delete] on the menu bar.
• You can delete cameras from the menu displayed by right-clicking camera
list (see page 68).
• You can delete multiple cameras.
• If you select multiple cameras, select cameras while pressing [Ctrl] key on
the keyboard.
• Confirmation window is displayed.
2. Click [Delete].
• The camera and recorded images are deleted.
• Clicking [Disable] disables the camera (see page 70).
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2.12 Converting the Recorded Images
2.12.1 Converting the Recorded Images to JPEG files
1. Select a camera preview on the camera list.
• Selected camera is displayed in a blue frame (see page 68).
2. Select recorded images to convert to JPEG files on the recorded image page.
• The selected recorded image is displayed on the screen.
3. Select [Tools] [JPEG Conversion] on the menu bar.
• You can select [JPEG Conversion] from the menu displayed by right-
clicking the recorded image list.
4. Specify the start time and end time.
5. Set the interval to convert.
6. Click [OK].
• The folder selection window is displayed (see page 27).
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7. Select the location, and click [OK].
• JPEG conversion is started.
• If JPEG conversion is complete, the following window is displayed.
• JPEG-converted images are saved into the created folder in the location.
The folder is created for each 1,000 images.
Notes
• If you do not set the time, all selected images are converted to JPEG
files.
• If it is canceled, images are saved till it is canceled.
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2.13 Other Features
2.13.1 Importing the Camera Information
This software can import the camera information. The camera information can be
imported to this software on another PC.
1. Select [Tools] [Import Camera Settings] on the menu bar.
• The import file selection window is displayed.
• To import the camera information from BB-HNP60, select [BB-HNP60
Camera Definition File] at the file type. To import from this software, select
[Camera Definition File].
2. Select a file and click [Open].
• The camera information is imported.
Notes
• This software can import camera information from BB-HNP60 or this
software.
• Setting information cannot be imported if you cannot access the
target camera for the setting information.
2.13.2 Exporting the Camera Information
This software can export the camera information. The camera information can be
exported for this software on another PC.
1. Select [Tools] [Export Camera Settings] on the menu bar.
• The export file save window is displayed.
2. Select the location, and click [Save].
• The camera information is exported.
This software: All camera information can be imported.
BB-HNP60: Basic settings and image settings can be imported.
BB-HNP60 setting information file is saved in the
destination folder.
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2.13.3 Copying the Recorded Images
This software can copy the monitoring image to the clipboard.
1. Right-click the image on the monitoring page.
• The copy menu is displayed.
2. Click [Copy].
• This software copies the image to the clipboard.
Notes
• The clipboard is a place to temporarily save in copying or pasting
data. The copied image can be used in the program such as Paint.
• You can copy the image by selecting [Edit] [Copy] on the menu bar.
2.13.4 Changing the Keyword of the Recorded Images
You can change the keyword set to the recorded images.
1. Select a camera preview on the camera list.
• Selected camera is displayed in a blue frame (see page 68).
2. Select an image to change the keyword on the recorded image page.
3. Select [Recorded Images] [Edit Keyword] on the menu bar.
• You can select [Edit Keyword] from the menu displayed by right-clicking
recorded image.
• The keyword change window is displayed.
4. Change the keyword, and click [OK].
• The keyword is changed.
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2.13.5 Deleting the Recorded Images
1. Select a camera preview on the camera list.
• Selected camera is displayed in a blue frame (see page 68).
2. Select the recorded images to delete on the recorded image page.
• You can select multiple images.
3. Select [Recorded Images] [Delete] on the menu bar.
• You can select [Delete] on the menu displayed by right-clicking the
recorded image.
• The confirmation window is displayed.
4. Click [OK].
• The selected images are deleted.
Note
This software can delete 100 images at a time. If images to delete exceeds
100, repeat the deletion.
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2.14 Error Message List
Problem Cause and Remedy
Basic Setting
Enter "Camera Name". • The Camera Name space was blank.
Follow the instruction message.
Enter "Camera Address". • The Camera Address space was blank.
Follow the instruction message.
"Port" should be between 1 and
65535. • A number not between 1 and 65535 was
entered in the Port blank.
Follow the instruction message.
"Camera Name" should be 250
characters or less. • The Camera Name was more than 250
characters.
Follow the instruction message.
"Comment" should be 128
characters or less. • The Comment was more than 128 characters.
Follow the instruction message.
Image Settings
Specify Recorded Frequency and
Sound Recording cannot be
selected simultaneously. Either set
Recorded Frequency to [Not
Specify] or set the recording
settings to [Image Only].
• Image settings are set to [Recorded
Frequency Specify], and [Audio and Image]
are selected simultaneously. Or if another tab
or OK is pressed in this state.
Follow the instruction message.
Recording Capacity
Enter "Recording Capacity". • The Recording Capacity space was blank.
Follow the instruction message.
"Recording Capacity" should be
between 100 and 500000. • A number not between 100 and 50000 was
entered in the Recording Capacity blank.
Follow the instruction message.
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Problem Cause and Remedy
Keyword
"Keyword 1" should be 40
characters or less. • Keyword 1 was more than 40 characters.
Follow the instruction message.
"Keyword 2" should be 40
characters or less. • Keyword 2 was more than 40 characters.
Follow the instruction message.
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Problem Cause and Remedy
Parameter Error
An error has occurred in the
"XXXX" parameter in "Create New
Camera (Camera Registration
Information)". Try again.
"XXXX" =
• Camera ID
• Camera Name
• Comment
• Camera Address
• Camera Address Port
•User Name
•Password
• Using Proxy
• Resolution
• Image Quality
• Recorded Frequency
• Audio Recording Settings
• Limit the Recording Capacity
• Recording Capacity
• Motion when Reaching the
Recording Capacity
• Recording Flag before Motion
Detection
• Number of Seconds before
Motion Detection
• Recording Flag after Motion
Detection
• Number of Seconds after
Motion Detection
• Sensitivity
• Threshold
•Keyword 1
•Keyword 2
• Camera Type
• This is a software error.
If same error message appears after trying
again, restart your PC. If situation does not
improve even after restarting, contact the
Network Camera Customer Contact
Center.
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Timer Setting
Problem Cause and Remedy
Basic Setting
Enter "Timer Name". • Timer Name space was blank.
Follow the instruction message.
Select a day of the week. • There is a check in the Day Specification
Radio Button but no check in any of the Day
Buttons.
One day or more must be selected.
"Timer Name" should be 24
characters or less. • Timer Name was more than 24 characters.
Follow the instruction message.
Keyword
"Keyword 1" should be 40
characters or less. • Keyword 1 was more than 40 characters.
Follow the instruction message.
"Keyword 2" should be 40
characters or less. • Keyword 2 was more than 40 characters.
Follow the instruction message.
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Preferences
Problem Cause and Remedy
Parameter Error
An error has occurred in the
"XXXX" parameter in "Create New
Timer (Timer Registration
Information)". Try again.
"XXXX" =
• Camera ID
•Timer ID
• Timer Name
• Daily/Weekly Setting
• Day of the Week
•Start Time
•End Time
• Recording Method
• Recording Flag before Motion
Detection
• Number of Seconds before
Motion Detection
• Recording Flag after Motion
Detection
• Number of Seconds after
Motion Detection
•Keyword 1
•Keyword 2
• This is a software error.
Check that the correct information is
inputted into each error heading.
Problem Cause and Remedy
Destination
Enter "Minimum Free Disk Space". • Hard Disk Capacity space was blank.
Follow the instruction message.
"Minimum Free Disk Space"
should be between 100 and
50000.
• A number not between 100 and 50000 was
entered in the Hard Disk Capacity blank.
Follow the instruction message.
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"Minimum Free Disk Space"
should be less than the current
free space (*** MB).
• The free space on the disk is larger than the
free space on the drive.
Follow the instruction message.
Select "Save Destination Folder". • Save Destination Folder Path space was
blank.
Follow the instruction message.
Backup
Enter "Minimum Free Disk Space". • Minimum Free Disk Space field was blank.
Follow the instruction message.
"Minimum Free Disk Space"
should be between 100 and
50000.
• A number not between 100 and 50000 was
entered in the Minimum Free Disk Space
blank.
Follow the instruction message.
"Minimum Free Disk Space"
should be less than the current
free space (XXX MB).
• The free space on the disk is larger than the
free space on the drive.
Follow the instruction message.
Select "Backup Folder". • The Backup Destination Folder Path space
was blank.
Follow the instruction message.
Network
Enter "Proxy Server Address". • [Use a proxy server] is checked and the
Address space was blank.
Follow the instruction message.
"Port" should be between 1 and
65535. • A number not between 1 and 65535 was
entered in the Port blank.
Follow the instruction message.
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Search
Problem Cause and Remedy
Parameter Error
A "XXXX" error has occurred in
"Preferences". Try again.
"XXXX" =
• Save Destination Folder
• Save Destination Free Disk
Space
• Perform Automatic Backup
• Backup Folder
• Backup Destination Free Disk
Space
• Backup Execution Time
• Backup Period
• Backup Day of the Week
• Backup Date
• Using a Proxy Server
• Proxy Server Address
• Proxy Server Address Port
• Proxy User Name
• Proxy Password
• This is a software error.
If same error message appears after trying
again, restart your PC.
If situation does not improve even after
restarting, contact the Network Camera
Customer Contact Center.
Problem Cause and Remedy
"Search Keyword" should be 40
characters or less. • If Search Keyword was more than 40
characters.
Follow the instruction message.
Set the "Start Date and Time" so
that it comes before the End Date
and Time.
• If Start Date and Time comes after the End
Date and Time.
Follow the instruction message.
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Keyword Change
Problem Cause and Remedy
Parameter Error
An error has occurred in the
"XXXX" parameter in "Search
Recorded Image List". Try again.
"XXXX" =
• Camera ID
• Number of Search Results
• Search Start Number
• Search Topic
• Recording Status
• Recording Type
• Start Date and Time
• End Date and Time
• Day Specification
•Keyword
• Folder Specification
• This is a software error.
If same error message appears after trying
again, restart your PC. If situation does not
improve even after restarting, contact the
Network Camera Customer Contact
Center.
Problem Cause and Remedy
"Keyword 1" should be 40
characters or less. • Keyword 1 was more than 40 characters.
Follow the instruction message.
"Keyword 2" should be 40
characters or less. • Keyword 2 was more than 40 characters.
Follow the instruction message.
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License Registration
Problem Cause and Remedy
Parameter Error
An error has occurred in the
"XXXX" parameter in "Edit
Keyword". Try again.
"XXXX" =
• Camera ID
• Recorded Image ID
• Recorded Image Save
Destination
•Keyword 1
•Keyword 2
• This is a software error.
If same error message appears after trying
again, restart your PC. If situation does not
improve even after restarting, contact the
Network Camera Customer Contact
Center.
Problem Cause and Remedy
Enter "Registration Code". • Registration Code space was blank.
Follow the instruction message.
Enter "License Key". • License Key space was blank.
Follow the instruction message.
The web browser could not be
started. Start the web browser and
access the following URL.
• Web browser could not be started (Download,
product information, support information and
camera portal site).
Install the web browser (Internet Explorer
6.0 or later).
An error has occurred in the
"XXXX" parameter in "License
Registration". Try again.
"XXXX" =
• Registration Code
• License Key
• This is a software error.
If same error message appears after trying
again, restart your PC. If situation does not
improve even after restarting, contact the
Network Camera Customer Contact
Center.
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JPEG Conversion
Problem Cause and Remedy
"Start Time" should be within the
recording time. • The start time is not within the recording time.
Follow the instruction message.
Set the "Start Time" so that it
comes before the End Time. • The start time comes after the end time.
Follow the instruction message.
Set the "End Time" to within the
recording time. • The end time is not within the recording time.
Follow the instruction message.
"Conversion Interval" should be
between 1 and (the number of
images - 1).
• The frequency is not between 1 and (end time
- start time [seconds]), or the space was blank.
Follow the instruction message.
"Conversion Interval" should be
between 1 and (end time - start
time [seconds]).
• The number is larger than the time period
between the start time and end time.
Follow the instruction message.
"Conversion Interval" should be
between 1 and 3600. • The image is recorded for more than 1 hour,
but the converted interval is not between 1 and
3600.
Follow the instruction message.
The conversion file is possibly
being used in another application.
Confirm that it is not being used
and try again.
• The converted file has been opened in
another application.
Close other applications and try again.
The recorded images could not be
found. Refresh the Recorded
Image List and try again.
• There is no recorded images.
Refresh the recorded images and try
again.
A write error has occurred. • An error has occurred in JPEG conversion.
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Other Errors
Problem Cause and Remedy
Recording cannot be started
because "XXXX" has reached its
recording capacity. Delete
unnecessary images in order to
start recording.
"XXXX" =
• Camera Name
• The capacity has reached the recording
capacity limit.
Delete unnecessary images, or change
the settings of recording capacity limit.
Recording cannot be started
because "XXXX" has disabled the
camera. Enable the camera in
order to start recording.
"XXXX" =
• Camera Name
• The camera is disabled. (The disabled camera
cannot be recorded.)
Follow the instruction message.
Software Startup failed.
Restart this software.
If situation does not improve after
restarting the software, restart
your PC.
• This software fails to start the ncrcore.exe file.
Restart your PC.
An internal communication error
has occurred. Restart this
software.
If situation does not improve after
restarting the software, restart
your PC.
• The ncrcore.exe file is not started, or this
software cannot open the ncrcore.exe file.
Restart your PC.
If camera is disabled, the
connection is broken and the timer
and recording functions are also
disabled.
Is it OK to disable all the selected
camera?
• The camera is disabled.
Follow the instruction message.
Connection to the camera cannot
be confirmed.
The Address, Port Number or
Proxy settings may be incorrect.
Are you sure you want to save?
• The camera cannot be accessed.
Follow the instruction message.
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Camera could not be
authenticated. Check the User
Name and Password and try
again.
• This software do not pass the camera
authentication.
Follow the instruction message.
The specified camera does not
support audio. Change the
recording settings to image only.
• The camera is not supporting audio, but the
image setting is set to audio and image.
Follow the instruction message.
There is insufficient free space on
the Save Destination Disk. Delete
unnecessary recorded images
and try again.
• The destination free disk space is insufficient.
Reduce the destination free disk capacity,
or change the destination.
Is it OK to delete all the selected
recorded images? • The recorded images are deleted.
Follow the instruction message.
Recorded images in use cannot be
deleted. Stop the recording and try
again.
• You are deleting images during recording.
Follow the instruction message.
The recorded images could not be
found. Refresh the Recorded
Image List and try again.
• You manually deleted recorded images.
Follow the instruction message.
There were recorded images that
could not be deleted. Try again. • The file has been opened in another
application
Close other applications and try again.
There were timers that could not
be enabled. Try again. • This software is malfunctioning. (This
message is not normally displayed.)
Restart your PC.
There were timers that could not
disabled. Try again. • This software is malfunctioning. (This
message is not normally displayed.)
Restart your PC.
Is it OK to delete all the selected
timers? • The timer is deleted.
Follow the instruction message.
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There were timers that could not
be deleted. Try again. • This software is malfunctioning. (This
message is not normally displayed.)
Restart your PC.
Is it OK to apply the proxy settings
to all cameras? • You checked [Use a proxy server] on the
network page of the preferences. (The camera
should be registered.)
Follow the instruction message.
All cameras have been set to use
proxy settings. • You clicked [Yes] in the "Is it OK to apply the
proxy settings to all of the cameras?"
message, and the saving is complete.
Follow the instruction message.
Applying proxy settings to all
cameras has failed. Apply
individually.
• You clicked [Yes] in the "Is it OK to apply the
proxy settings to all of the cameras?"
message, but the saving is failed.
Check the [Use Proxy Server] box for each
camera on the registration information
change or basic settings page.
"XXXX" error occurred during
importing.
"XXXX" =
• File Type
• File Size
• Memory Shortage
• Open
• This software cannot import from the file at
[Tools] [Import Camera Settings].
The file is broken.
The number of registered cameras
reached the maximum of "XXX"
cameras, so importing was
canceled.
"XXX" =
•64
• The registered cameras has reached the
maximum limit during import.
Delete unnecessary cameras.
Exporting failed. • This software cannot export to the file at
[Tools] [Export Camera Settings].
The file is broken.
License registration is complete. • License registration is complete.
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The registration information was
incorrect. Check the registration
code and license key and try
again.
• The registration information was incorrect.
Check the registration code and license
key and try again.
To use this feature, license
registration is essential. Perform
license registration.
• Some features cannot be used without license
registration (JPEG Conversion).
Perform license registration.
The file could not be found. • The Operating Instructions file is not in
software folders. (The file may be manually
deleted.)
Install this software again.
PDF related applications could not
be found. Install Adobe Acrobat
Reader.
• Install Adobe Acrobat Reader and try again.
Connection with the proxy server
could not be confirmed. The
Address or Port Number settings
may be incorrect. Are you sure you
want to save?
• The proxy server cannot be accessed.
Check the address and port number of the
proxy server.
Proxy server could not be
authenticated. Check the User
Name and Password, and try
again.
• This software does not pass the proxy
authentication.
Check the user name and password of the
proxy server.
The web browser could not be
started. Start the web browser and
access the following URL.
• Web browser could not be started (Download,
support information and camera portal site).
Install the web browser (Internet Explorer
6.0 or later).
Network Drive could not be
specified in the Save Destination
Folder. Specify a local drive.
• Network drives or folders on the network could
not be specified as the save destination folder.
Specify a local drive.
Network Drive could not be
specified in the Backup Folder.
Specify a local drive.
• Network drives or folders on the network could
not be specified as the backup destination
folder.
Specify a local drive.
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Network Drive could not be
specified in the Import File.
Specify a local drive.
• Network drives or folders on the network could
not be specified to create an export file.
Specify a local drive.
Network Drive could not be
specified in the Export File.
Specify a local drive.
• Network drives or folders on the network could
not be specified to create an export file.
Specify a local drive.
"Save Destination Free Disk
Space" should be less than the
current free space (XXX MB).
• The disk free capacity set on the preferences
page is larger than the actual capacity.
Set the disk free capacity smaller than the
actual capacity.
"Backup Destination Free Disk
Space" should be less than the
current free space (XXX MB).
• The backup disk free capacity set on the
preferences page is larger than the actual
capacity.
Set the disk free capacity smaller than the
actual capacity.
"XXXX" cannot be accessed.
"XXXX" =
• Save Destination Folder
• Backup Folder
• JPEG Conversion Folder
• Import File
• Export File
• The folder or file cannot be accessed because
the drive cannot be found or the path is not
available.
Properly select a folder of file.
If "Set to Default" is checked,
settings are returned to the state in
"Create New Camera". The default
registration information does not
change.
• You checked [Set to Default] on the create new
camera page, or image, recording capacity
limit or motion detection recording settings on
the camera registration information page.
Follow the instruction message.
If "Set to Default" is checked,
settings are returned to the state in
"Create New Timer". The default
registration information does not
change.
• You checked [Set to Default] on the create new
timer page, or basic setting on the timer
registration information page.
Follow the instruction message.
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There is only XX MB of free space
remaining in Save Destination
Folder Disk. Either increase the
free space to over 100 MB or
select a disk with over 100 MB of
free space.
• The save destination free space is less than
100 MB.
Follow the instruction message
There is only XX MB of free space
remaining in Backup Folder Disk.
Either increase the free space to
over 100 MB or select a disk with
over 100 MB of free space.
• The backup destination free space is less than
100 MB.
Follow the instruction message.
An error has occurred in the
"XXXX" parameter in "Disable
Camera". Try again.
"XXXX" =
• Camera ID
• Disable Flag
If same error message appears after trying
again, restart your PC. If situation does not
improve even after restarting, contact the
Network Camera Customer Contact
Center.
An error has occurred in the
"XXXX" parameter in "Delete
Camera". Try again.
"XXXX" =
• Camera ID
If same error message appears after trying
again, restart your PC. If situation does not
improve even after restarting, contact the
Network Camera Customer Contact
Center.
An error has occurred in the
"XXXX" parameter in "Manual
Recording ON". Try again.
"XXXX" =
• Camera ID
• Recording mode
If same error message appears after trying
again, restart your PC. If situation does not
improve even after restarting, contact the
Network Camera Customer Contact
Center.
An error has occurred in the
"XXXX" parameter in "Manual
Recording OFF". Try again.
"XXXX" =
• Camera ID
If same error message appears after trying
again, restart your PC. If situation does not
improve even after restarting, contact the
Network Camera Customer Contact
Center.
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Recording has stopped because
either there is insufficient free disk
space or the disk cannot be written
on.
Confirm that there is sufficient free
space on the save destination disk
and that the save destination
folder is in a writable condition,
then try recording again.
• The destination free space has reached the
limit set on the preferences page, or the save
destination folder is not writable and recording
is stopped.
1. Decrease the save destination free
space.
2. Create enough free space on the
destination folder.
3. Confirm that there is a folder. If there
is not, create it.
4. Check if the folder is writable, and set
it writable.
Backing up has stopped because
either there is insufficient free
backup disk space or the disk
cannot be written on.
Confirm that there is sufficient free
space on the backup destination
disk and that the backup
destination folder is in a writable
condition, then back up again.
• The backup destination free space has
reached the limit set on the preferences page,
or the backup destination folder is not writable
and backup is stopped.
1. Decrease the backup destination free
space.
2. Create enough free space on the
backup destination folder.
3. Confirm that there is a folder. If there
is not, create it.
4. Check if the folder is writable, and set
it writable.
"XXXX" has reached its recording
capacity, so recording has been
stopped. Delete recorded images
and try recording again.
"XXXX" =
• Camera Name
• The recorded images of the camera have
reached the limit of recording capacity and
recording is stopped.
Delete the recorded images of the camera,
or increase the recording capacity.
When the software is shut down,
the camera stops recording. Any
set timers will also stop operating.
Is it OK to shut down?
• Right-click and select [Exit].
Follow the instruction message.
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Backup failed. • Folder creation error occurs during backup.
Confirm that the backup destination folder
is writable. If same error message appears
after trying again, restart your PC. If
situation does not improve even after
restarting, contact the Network Camera
Customer Contact Center.
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2.15 Troubleshooting
Problem Cause and Remedy
The camera image
is not displayed. • The camera is not powered up.
Turn the camera on.
• The camera IP address is incorrect.
Set the proper IP address at the basic settings on the
camera registration information page.
• The authentication is required for the camera.
Set the proper user name and password at the basic
settings on the camera registration page.
• Network to which your PC is connected is not working.
Confirm that the network is working.
• The network is congested.
Pages may not be displayed immediately. Wait for a while.
• The proxy setting is incorrect.
If the camera cannot be accessed without a proxy server,
the proxy setting should be set on this software. Check
[Use Proxy Server] and set the proxy settings at
[Tools] [Preferences] [Network Connection] on the
menu bar.
"Register a license
key." is displayed on
the monitoring
page.
• The license registration is not performed.
Perform the license registration entering registration
code and license key at [Help] [License Registration]
on the menu bar.
Timer recording is
not working. • The day of the week is not checked at the day of the week
setting on the timer page.
Check the day of the week to enable timer recording.
• Timer is disabled. (Timer is grayed out on the timer list.)
Select the timer on the timer list, and click [Enable] on the
menu displayed by right-clicking the timer list.
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You cannot pan or
tilt the camera. • Pan/tilt operation is not permitted on the camera settings.
Permit the pan/tilt operation.
• The camera does not support pan/tilt operation.
This software is
unstable or does
not work.
• Your PC specification does not meet the requirement.
Close other applications.
The audio cannot
be listened during
monitoring.
• The camera does not support audio.
The camera should support audio.
• Microphone is not properly connected.
Confirm that microphone is properly connected.
• Volume setting on your PC is muted or set to minimum.
Adjust the volume on the volume control window on your
PC.
• Speaker is malfunctioning.
Confirm that the speaker is working.
Audio cannot be
listened while
viewing images with
audio.
• [Image Only] is selected at record settings on the camera
registration information page.
If [Image Only] is selected, the audio is not recorded.
Select [Image and Audio] to record audio.
Audio is not
synchronized with
images on the
monitoring page or
screen.
• Audio delays 1 or 2 seconds after the image. Audio may be
interrupted or the image may be paused. This is not a
problem.
You cannot change
resolution or image
quality.
• Resolution or image quality control is not permitted on the
camera settings.
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2.16 Default Setting List
Items Default
Create New
Camera/
Camera
Registration
Information
Basic
Settings Camera Name -
Comment -
Camera Address -
Port -
User Name -
Password -
Use a proxy server -
Image
Settings Resolution 320 x 240
Image Quality Standard
Recorded Frequency Not Specify
Audio Recording Settings Image Only
Recording
Capacity
Limit
Limit the recording
capacity. -
Motion
Detection Before motion is detected: -
After motion is detected: 5 seconds
Keyword Keyword 1 -
Keyword 2 -
Create New
Timer/Timer
Registration
Information
Basic
Settings Timer Name -
Timer Schedule Daily
Start Time: 00:00:00
End Time: 00:00:00
Recording Method Record images during
all the set time period.
Keyword Keyword 1 -
Keyword 2 -
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Recorded
Images Search Time Period Setting -
Weekly Setting -
Search Keyword -
Searched Target Current Recorded
Image
Recorded Status All
Recording Method All
Preferences Destination Destination C:\Program
Files\Panasonic\NCR2
Maintaining the hard disk
capacity 100 MB
Backup Perform Automatic Backup -
Backup Folder -
Minimum Free Disk Space -
Backup Schedule -
Network
Connection Use a proxy server -
Proxy Address -
Port -
Proxy User Name -
Proxy Password -
Items Default
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A
Automatic Backup 28
B
Basic Settings Page 33
C
Camera List 68
CD-ROM Notice 6
Copy 75
Creating New Camera 32
D
Default Setting List 97
E
Editing Camera Information 40
Enabling or Disabling the Cameras 70
End-User License Agreement 8
Error Message List 77
Exporting the Camera Information 74
F
Focus 53
I
Image Settings Page 35
Importing the Camera Information 74
Included Accessories 6
Installation Procedure 10
Installing This Software 11
J
JPEG Conversion 72
K
Keyword 75
Keyword Page 39
L
License Registration 20
M
Manual Recording 55
Menu Bar 44
Monitoring Page 47
Motion Detection Page 37
Motion Detection Recording 57
N
Network Camera Recorder Window 41
O
Online Registration 22
Operation Bar 51
P
Preset Buttons 54
Proxy Server 30
R
Recorded Image Page 48
Recording Capacity Limit Page 36
Registering the Camera 32
S
Search Time Period 67
Searching the Recorded Images 65
Security Cautions 7
Selecting a Folder to Save Images 25
System Requirements for your PC 3
T
Timer List Page 49
Timer Recording 58
Toolbar Buttons 46
Trademarks 3
Troubleshooting 95
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W
Window Display 41
Z
Zoom 52
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Important Information
Network Camera
Model No. BL-C111A (Wired Type)
BL-C131A
(Wireless/Wired Type)
© 2006 Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
PQQX15697ZA KK1106MH0
How to Use the Documentation
This manual is written for both the BL-C111A (Wired Type) and BL-C131A
(Wireless/Wired Type). Available features and operations vary slightly
depending on the model. You can confirm the model no. of your camera by
checking the model no. printed on the front of the camera.
All documentation can be found on the included CD-ROM.
• Important Information (PDF format; printed version also included)
This document. Provides general information and safety instructions for
using the camera.
• Installation Guide (PDF format; printed version also included)
Describes how to physically connect the camera to the power supply
and network, as well how to mount or place the camera for regular use.
• Setup Guide (PDF format; printed version also included)
Describes how to set up the camera so that it can be accessed using a
PC.
• Operating Instructions (HTML format)
Explains how to operate, program, and maintain the camera.
• Troubleshooting Guide (HTML format)
Provides solutions for problems you may have when using the camera.
Abbreviations
• 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using this unit, basic safety precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. To clean the camera lens, first remove any dust or dirt from the lens,
then wipe the lens with a cotton bud.
6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with
instructions.
7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. Protect the AC adaptor cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the unit.
9. The AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device, ensure that
the outlet is located/installed near the equipment and is easily
accessible.
10. Only use attachments/accessories (such as stands) specified by the
manufacturer.
11. Do not touch the unit, AC adaptor, or AC adaptor cord during lightning
storms.
12. Unplug the unit when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the unit has been damaged in any way, such as when the AC
adaptor is damaged, the unit does not operate normally, or after the
unit has been dropped.
14. The camera is intended for indoor use only. Prolonged exposure to
direct sunlight or halogen light may damage the CMOS sensor.
15. For BL-C131A: Please check local regulations as outdoor use of the
wireless feature is restricted in some countries/areas.
16. Unplug this unit from power outlets if it emits smoke, an abnormal
smell or makes unusual noise. These conditions can cause fire or
electric shock. Confirm that smoke has stopped and contact an
authorized service center.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FCC and Other Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
For BL-C131A: Operating near 2.4 GHz electrical appliances may cause
interference. Move away from the electrical appliances.
Environment:
Do not install the camera where the temperature is less than +5 °C (+41 °F)
or greater than +40 °C (+104 °F). Allow 10 cm (4 inches) clearance around
the unit for proper ventilation. Avoid excessive smoke, dust, mechanical
vibration, shock, or direct sunlight.
Routine care:
Wipe the unit with a soft cloth. Do not use benzine, thinner, or any abrasive
powder.
When you leave the unit unused for a long period of time, disconnect the
AC adaptor from the outlet.
If you have any problems:
Consult an authorized Panasonic Factory Service Center.
CAUTION:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this device.
FCC RF Exposure Warning:
For BL-C131A: To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements in
uncontrolled environment:
– This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with
provided instructions and a minimum 20 cm (8 inches) spacing must be
provided between antenna and all person's body (excluding extremities
of hands, wrist and feet) during wireless modes of operation.
– This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
MEDICAL:
For BL-C131A: Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical
devices, such as pacemakers, to determine if they are adequately shielded
from external RF (radio frequency) energy. (The unit operates in the
frequency range of 2.412 GHz to 2.462 GHz, and the power output level is
0.1 watts.) Do not use the unit in health care facilities if any regulations
posted in the area instruct you not to do so. Hospitals or health care
facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF
(radio frequency) energy.
CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery Information:
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains
Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
No responsibility will be taken by our company with respect to
consequences resulting from the use, damage or both of the
camera.
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
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Security Cautions
When using this product, take appropriate measures to avoid the following
security breaches.
• Disclosure of private information via this product
• Unauthorized use of this product by a third party
• Interference or suspension of the use of this product by a third party
You are responsible for the security of this product and its use. Take the
following measures to avoid security breaches.
• To prevent unauthorized access, disclosure of private information, or
interference or suspension of access to the camera, make sure the
camera’s firmware is up to date.
• Do not reveal the user names and passwords required to access the
camera to an unknown party.
• If you choose to configure this product to allow access to parties without
the need to enter a user name and password (i.e., guest users), be
aware that unknown parties may access this product.
• Do not upload images produced by this product or otherwise release
information where it may be accessed by unknown parties.
• Mount the camera where the camera will not be stolen.
• When sending this product for service or transferring this product to
another party, make backup copies of its setup files, and reset this
product to its factory default settings.
• When disposing of this product, reset the product to its factory default
settings, or erase the product’s memory by means of electrical deletion
or physical dismantlement.
User Name and Password Protection
The use of unique user names and secret passwords is an important
tool that will help limit unauthorized individuals from accessing the
camera. If you choose to disable this tool by allowing guest (i.e.
anonymous) access, the camera may be accessed by unauthorized
individuals.
Audio and Video Recording Notice
Please note that under certain circumstances, audio/video recording may
be prohibited by law. This device should be used only in compliance with all
applicable laws and statutes.
MPEG-4 Visual License
This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 Visual patent portfolio license
for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer for (i) encoding
video in compliance with the MPEG-4 Visual Standard (“MPEG-4 Video”)
and/or (ii) decoding MPEG-4 Video that was encoded by a consumer
engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained
from a video provider licensed by MPEG LA to provide MPEG-4 Video. No
license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional
information including that relating to promotional, internal and commercial
uses and licensing may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.
See http://www.mpegla.com.
About the MPEG-4 Viewer Program
The MPEG-4 viewer program is an ActiveX® Control that is used to play
MPEG-4 files within Internet Explorer. This software is installed
automatically the first time you view MPEG-4 videos.
A software license for the MPEG-4 decoder is included with the MPEG-4
viewer program, and the license is valid for 1 PC. Please read the included
End-User License Agreement before installing the viewer program. When
installing the MPEG-4 viewer program on additional PCs, please purchase
additional licenses (Model No. BB-HCA5A).
About the OpenSSL License
This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use
in the OpenSSL Toolkit. (http://www.openssl.org/) This product includes
cryptographic software written by Eric Young. (eay@cryptsoft.com)
System Requirements
Your PC and network must meet the following technical specifications in
order for the camera to function properly.
*1 As of November 2006, Windows Vista will be supported in a future
firmware update.
*2 What is IPv6?
• IPv6 is short for “Internet Protocol Version 6”.
• IPv6 was created to provide the additional IP addresses that will be
needed as the Internet continues to expand.
• IPv6 is expected to gradually replace IPv4, with the 2 coexisting for a
number of years during a transition period.
• Though most ISPs (Internet Service Providers) do not yet support IPv6,
many local networks already use it. When your ISP supports IPv6, your
Panasonic Network Camera will be ready!
• For more information, visit http://www.ipv6.org/.
Note:
Refer to the Panasonic Network Camera website at
http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/
for details about network environment.
Item Requirement
Operating
System For IPv4 Connection
Microsoft® Windows Vista™*1, Windows® XP,
Windows 2000
For IPv6 Connection*2
Microsoft Windows Vista*1,
Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later
CPU 2.0 GHz Celeron® or faster
Display 1024 x 768 resolution or higher
Protocol For IPv4 Connection
TCP/IP protocol (HTTP, TCP, UDP, IP, DNS, ARP,
ICMP)
For IPv6 Connection
TCP/IP protocol (HTTP, TCP, UDP, IP, DNS, ICMPv6,
NDP)
Interface 10/100 Mbps network card
Wireless
Interface
(BL-C131A Only)
IEEE 802.11b/g (Embedded)
Web Browser Internet Explorer® 6.0 or later (not included)
Audio PC speaker or headphones (required to use the
Listen feature)
Additional
Software (For
Viewing Buffered
MPEG-4 Images)
For Windows Vista
Windows Media® Player 11 or later
For Windows XP
Windows Media Player 9 or later
For Windows 2000
Windows Media Player 9
When You Ship the Product
Panasonic Servicenters are listed in the servicenter directory.
Call 1-800-272-7033 for the location of an authorized servicenter.
This product is designed for use in the United States of America. Sale or
use of this product in other countries/areas may violate local laws.
Carefully pack your unit, preferably in the original carton.
Attach a letter, detailing the symptom, to the outside of the carton.
Symptom
Send the unit to an authorized servicenter, prepaid and adequately insured.
Do not send your unit to the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
listed below or to executive or regional sales offices. These locations do
not repair consumer products.
For Product Service
Trademarks
• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, ActiveX, Internet Explorer, and Windows Media are
either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
• Celeron is a trademark or registered trademark of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in
the United States and other countries.
• All other trademarks identified herein are the property of their respective owners.
The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
Copyright:
This material is copyrighted by Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd., and may be reproduced
for internal use only. All other reproduction, in whole or in part, is prohibited without the written
consent of Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
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