Panasonic BB-HCM581A User Manual
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Installation Guide
Network Camera
This manual is written for both the BB-HCM580A (AC Adaptor Type) and the BB-HCM581A (PoE Ready). 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.
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.
Please read the included Important Information before proceeding.
Complete Operating Instructions and all other documentation can be found on the included CD-ROM.
Complete Operating Instructions and all other documentation can be found on the included CD-ROM.
Model No.
BB-HCM580A
(AC Adaptor Type)
BB-HCM581A
(PoE Ready)
Indoor Use Only
Installation Procedure Overview
The following is an overview of the steps required to install and setup the camera. All steps are explained in this document unless otherwise noted.
Preparation
1.
Confirm the following items are included in the camera’s packaging.
• Additional pieces can be ordered by calling 1-800-332-5368.
• Additional pieces can be ordered by calling 1-800-332-5368.
2.
You will need the following additional items to install and configure the camera.
Option for BB-HCM581A
You can also connect the camera using the optional Panasonic BB-HCA3A AC Adaptor. The BB-HCA3A includes the following items.
Preparation
Confirm that you have all the
items required for
installation.
items required for
installation.
Camera Diagram
Make sure you know the
names of the camera’s
physical features.
names of the camera’s
physical features.
Connections
Connecting the camera to
your network and to the power
outlet.
your network and to the power
outlet.
Setup
Setting up the camera (described in the included
Setup Guide). This involves configuring the camera
so that it can be accessed from a PC.
Setup Guide). This involves configuring the camera
so that it can be accessed from a PC.
Mounting
Mounting or placing the
camera.
camera.
Main Unit (1 pc.)
Washer S (1 pc.)
Order No. XWG26D12VW
Used when securing the safety
wire to the camera.
Order No. XWG26D12VW
Used when securing the safety
wire to the camera.
Washer L (1 pc.)
Order No. XWG4F16VW
Used when securing the safety
wire to the ceiling.
Order No. XWG4F16VW
Used when securing the safety
wire to the ceiling.
Screw A (2 pcs.)
Order No. XYN3+J6FJ
Used to secure ceiling plate A to
ceiling plate B.
Order No. XYN3+J6FJ
Used to secure ceiling plate A to
ceiling plate B.
Screw B (5 pcs.)
Order No. XTB4+20AFJ
Used to secure ceiling plate B (4
pcs.) and the safety wire (1 pc.) to
the ceiling.
Order No. XTB4+20AFJ
Used to secure ceiling plate B (4
pcs.) and the safety wire (1 pc.) to
the ceiling.
Screw C (1 pc.)
Order No. PQHV2610PJ65
Used for connecting the safety
wire to the camera.
Order No. PQHV2610PJ65
Used for connecting the safety
wire to the camera.
Ceiling Mounting Cover (1 pc.)
Order No. PSKL1023Y2
Used when mounting the camera
on a ceiling.
Order No. PSKL1023Y2
Used when mounting the camera
on a ceiling.
Ceiling Plate A (1 pc.)
Order No. PQZMHCM581A
Used to secure the camera to
ceiling plate B.
Order No. PQZMHCM581A
Used to secure the camera to
ceiling plate B.
Ceiling Plate B (1 pc.)
Order No. PQMD10110Z
Used to secure the camera to the
ceiling.
Order No. PQMD10110Z
Used to secure the camera to the
ceiling.
AC Adaptor (1 pc.)
[BB-HCM580A Only]
Order No. PQLV202U
Cord Length: About 3 m
(9 feet 10 inches)
[BB-HCM580A Only]
Order No. PQLV202U
Cord Length: About 3 m
(9 feet 10 inches)
AC Cord (1 pc.)
[BB-HCM580A Only]
Order No. PSJA1069Z
Cord Length: About 1.8 m
(5 feet 11 inches)
[BB-HCM580A Only]
Order No. PSJA1069Z
Cord Length: About 1.8 m
(5 feet 11 inches)
Audio/Video Cord (1 pc.)
[BB-HCM581A Only]
Order No. PSJA1103Y
[BB-HCM581A Only]
Order No. PSJA1103Y
Safety Wire (1 pc.)
Order No. PQME10080Z
Used to secure the camera when
mounting it.
Order No. PQME10080Z
Used to secure the camera when
mounting it.
Important Information (1 pc.)
Installation Guide
(this document) (1 pc.)
Setup Guide (1 pc.)
Installation Guide
(this document) (1 pc.)
Setup Guide (1 pc.)
Setup CD-ROM (1 pc.)
Order No. PQQX15704XCD
Contains the Setup Program needed to
configure the camera, as well as the
camera’s documentation.*
Order No. PQQX15704XCD
Contains the Setup Program needed to
configure the camera, as well as the
camera’s documentation.*
*See the included Important Information
for a description of each document.
for a description of each document.
– a PC (see the system requirements in the Important Information document)
– a LAN cable (CAT-5 straight cable)
– a router
AC Adaptor (1 pc.)
Cord Length: About 3 m (9 feet 10 inches)
Cord Length: About 3 m (9 feet 10 inches)
AC Cord (1 pc.)
Cord Length: About 1.8 m (5 feet 11 inches)
Cord Length: About 1.8 m (5 feet 11 inches)
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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
reference. Panasonic Network Camera Website: http://www.panasonic.com/netcam
for customers in the USA and Puerto Rico
• This document (Installation Guide) explains how to physically connect the
camera to the power supply and network, as well how to mount or place the
camera for regular use.
camera for regular use.
• The Setup Guide describes how to set up the camera so that it can be
accessed using a PC.
• Refer to the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM for details regarding
the camera’s features.
• Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide on the CD-ROM if you have any
problems configuring or using the camera.
Abbreviations
• UPnP is the abbreviation for “Universal Plug and Play”.
• The Network Camera is referred to as “the camera” in this document.
• 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.