Operating Instructions Network Camera Model No. BL-C210 BL-C230 BL-C210A BL-C210CE BL-C210E BL-C230A BL-C230CE BL-C230E Indoor Use Only (Wired Type) (Wireless/Wired Type) Please read this document before using the product, and save this document for future reference. Panasonic Network Camera Website: http://panasonic.
Main Features Main Features On-site and remote camera monitoring Camera images can be monitored from a PC, both on-site and over the Internet. You can even use your mobile phone to view still images when you’re out of the house. H.264, MPEG-4, and Motion JPEG (MJPEG) support Live camera images can be viewed and buffered (i.e., stored in memory) in H.264, MPEG-4, and JPEG (MJPEG) formats, allowing you to select the video format that best suits your needs.
Main Features Protecting your privacy Simply press the camera’s PRIVACY button to hide the lens from view and protect your privacy. You can even activate the privacy mode while away from home. UPnP™ support When connecting the camera to a UPnP™ compatible router, the camera’s network settings can be automatically configured, making setup quick and easy. For more information, see Page 100. Viewnetcam.com support After registering your camera with the Viewnetcam.
Other Information Other Information About this document • • • This document is written for both the BL-C210 (Wired Type) and the BL-C230 (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. Features and operations that apply to a specific camera are indicated by model no. (for example, “BL-C230 only”) in this document.
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Camera Monitoring ..................................................................................8 1.1 1.2 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.3 1.2.4 1.2.5 1.2.6 1.2.7 1.2.8 1.2.9 1.2.10 1.2.11 1.3 1.4 1.5 Accessing the Camera ......................................................................................................8 Viewing Live Camera Images .........................................................................................10 Using the Operation Bar ..............
Table of Contents 5.1.1 5.1.2 5.2 5.3 5.3.1 5.3.2 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 Network (IPv4) Settings ................................................................................................113 Proxy Server Settings ...................................................................................................118 HTTPS Settings .............................................................................................................119 Using the Camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C230 Only) ..............
Table of Contents 12 Using the Setup Program ....................................................................202 13 Technical Information ..........................................................................205 13.1 13.2 13.3 13.4 13.5 13.6 13.7 13.8 Cleaning the Camera ....................................................................................................205 ASCII Character Table ..................................................................................................
1.1 Accessing the Camera 1 Camera Monitoring 1.1 Accessing the Camera You will need to know the following information to access the camera. • The camera’s IP address (e.g., 192.168.0.253) or URL (e.g., ***.viewnetcam.com) • The port number of the camera, if it is not 80. • The user name and password required to access the camera, which were set during camera setup. 1. Start your PC’s web browser. 2.
1.1 Accessing the Camera 4. After the top page is displayed, click the desired tab. (Depending on how the camera has been configured, certain tabs may not be displayed.) A B C D E F G J K XXXX L Version XXX M Running in IPv4 mode. A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M.
1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images 1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images 1. Access the camera (see Page 8). 2. Click the [Single] tab. • Viewer programs (ActiveX® Controls) must be installed in order to view H.264, MPEG-4, and MJPEG • 10 images, and to use audio features. If the appropriate viewer program (ActiveX Control) is not installed, the camera will prompt you to install them. For more information, see Page 16, Page 17, or Page 19 depending on which Internet Explorer® you are using.
1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images The single camera page (MJPEG/JPEG) A B C D JUN.18,09 11:29:59AM E F G H I O MS12 Text Overlay J K A. B. C. D. E. F.
1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images G. Camera image (click an area of the camera image to use the click to center feature (see Page 26), or H. I. J. K. L. M.
1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images • Whether H.264 or MPEG-4 is available (BL-C210A/BL-C230A: H.264 is available by default, BL-C210CE/BL-C210E/BL-C230CE/BL-C230E: MPEG-4 is available by default) depends on the [Streaming Format] on the [Video Streaming] page (see Page 145). A B C D E F JUN.18,09 11:29:59AM J H I O MS12 Text Overlay K L A. B. C. D. E.
1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images F. Additional Features button (see Page 37) G. Camera image (click an area of the camera image to use the click to center feature (see Page 26), or H. I. J. K. L. M. N. use your mouse to use the zoom feature (see Page 30) when displaying images) Full-screen button (click to view the image in 4:3 full-screen mode; click to return to normal mode) Status overlay (see Page 159) Operation bar (see Page 24) Text overlay (see Page 159) H.
1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images • If using the camera in wireless mode, camera images will stop refreshing if there is a disturbance in the wireless signal. If you experience difficulty when accessing the camera in wireless mode, refer to 1.4 Wireless Connection Issues (BL-C230 Only) in the Troubleshooting Guide.
1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images ActiveX dialog for Internet Explorer 6 To view video images (i.e., H.264, MPEG-4, and MJPEG images) or use the camera’s audio features, the corresponding viewer program (ActiveX Controls) must be installed on your PC. Follow the steps below to install ActiveX Control when using Internet Explorer 6. Note • If ActiveX Controls cannot be installed, download them from the Panasonic Network Camera website (http://panasonic.net/pcc/support/netwkcam/). Installing for MJPEG 1.
1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images 3. When the ActiveX Control message is displayed in Internet Explorer, click the message and select [Install ActiveX Control...]. 4. Click [Install]. ActiveX dialog for Internet Explorer 7 To view video images (i.e., H.264, MPEG-4, and MJPEG images), the corresponding viewer program (ActiveX Controls) must be installed on your PC. Follow the steps below to install ActiveX Control when using Internet Explorer 7.
1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images 2. Click [Install]. Installing for H.264 or MPEG-4 1. When the pop-up block message is displayed in Internet Explorer, click the message and select [Temporarily Allow Pop-ups]. 2. When a license agreement is displayed and you agree to the terms of the license, select [I accept the License agreement], then click [OK]. 3. When the ActiveX Control message is displayed in Internet Explorer, click the message and select [Install ActiveX Control...].
1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images 4. Click [Install]. ActiveX dialog for Internet Explorer 8 To view video images (i.e., H.264, MPEG-4, and MJPEG images), the corresponding viewer program (ActiveX Controls) must be installed on your PC. Follow the steps below to install ActiveX Control when using Internet Explorer 8. Note • If ActiveX Controls cannot be installed, download them from the Panasonic Network Camera website (http://panasonic.net/pcc/support/netwkcam/). Installing for MJPEG 1.
1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images • If this is the first time you are installing ActiveX Control on this computer, installation is now complete. Note • After the viewer program is installed, the ActiveX Control message is displayed if the audio and video components (pmjpegaudioV4.ocx and pmjpegcamV4.ocx, respectively) need to be run. Follow the procedure below and run the components. 1.
1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images 3. When the ActiveX Control message is displayed in Internet Explorer, click the message and select [Install This Add-on for All Users on This Computer...]. 4. Click [Install]. Note • After the viewer program is installed, the ActiveX Control message is displayed if the MPEG-4 player component (MPEG-4 Player Module for V4) needs to be run. Follow the procedure below and run the component. 1.
1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images 3. Click [Run]. • After the viewer program is installed, the ActiveX Control message is displayed if the H.264 player component (Pcc Cam ActiveX Control Module) needs to be run. Follow the procedure below and run the component. 1. When the ActiveX Control message is displayed in Internet Explorer, click the message and select [Run Add-on on All Websites]. 2. Click [Run].
1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images • When the Windows security alert is displayed, click [Unblock]. If you cannot install ActiveX Controls, or if you cannot see video (H.264, MPEG-4, or MJPEG) images in Internet Explorer Confirm the following Internet Explorer settings. 1. Click [Tools]®[Internet Options...]®[Security] tab and click [Custom level...] on the web browser. 2. Under [Download signed ActiveX controls], select [Prompt]. 3. Under [Run ActiveX controls and plug-ins], select [Enable].
1.2.1 Using the Operation Bar 1.2.1 Using the Operation Bar The operation bar is displayed to the left of the camera image when viewing images from a single camera, and provides the following features. A. End Display and Preset Display: When the lens has reached the end of its pan or tilt range, the appropriate message will be displayed here ([Left End], [Right End], [Up End], [Down End].
1.2.1 Using the Operation Bar M. Refresh Rate Selector: Determines whether video images or still images are displayed. Select [MJPEG], [MPEG-4], or [H.264] to view video images, or select the refresh rate of still images (JPEG images). For example, selecting [3 s] will refresh the camera image once every 3 seconds. Whether H.264 or MPEG-4 is available (BL-C210A/ BL-C230A: H.
1.2.2 Aiming the Camera Lens 1.2.2 Aiming the Camera Lens The camera can be panned from -41 ° to +41 ° from the center position, and tilted from -32 ° to +10 ° from the center position. If the [Pan/Tilt Range] button was used to limit the maximum pan and tilt range of the camera (see Page 28), the lens can only be moved to the maximum pan or tilt range allowed. A. Pan: -41 ° to +41 ° B.
1.2.2 Aiming the Camera Lens When the precise pan/tilt feature is turned on (click [On] under [Precise] in the operation bar), the navigation buttons move the camera in small increments, allowing precise lens control. • The camera lens moves to the home position when it is turned on. You can change the home position if necessary (see Page 29). This feature can be disabled for general users (see Page 152) and for guest users (see Page 155). Presets Allow you to move the lens to a pre-programmed position.
1.2.3 Limiting the Pan/Tilt Range 1.2.3 Limiting the Pan/Tilt Range You can limit the maximum pan and tilt range of the camera’s lens. Note • This feature is available to the camera administrator only. 1. Click the [Pan/Tilt Range] button in the operation bar. 2. Set the pan and tilt range as desired. a. Aim the camera to the leftmost point you want to allow to be seen, then click b. Aim the camera to the rightmost point you want to allow to be seen, then click . . c.
1.2.4 Registering and Changing Presets 1.2.4 Registering and Changing Presets Presets allow you to easily aim the camera lens in the desired direction. Brightness, backlight, and white balance settings are also saved when registering a preset.
1.2.5 Zooming 1.2.5 Zooming The camera supports ActiveX zoom. ActiveX zoom is a digital zoom that is implemented using the ActiveX software installed on the computer viewing the camera images. It allows you to magnify images by up to 3´.
1.2.6 Backlight Correction 1.2.6 Backlight Correction The camera’s backlight correction feature can automatically correct the contrast in dark areas of the camera image. This means even when there is backlight or a large amount of contrast in the image, the camera can correct the image to provide a more consistent, natural image. You can turn this feature on and off by clicking [On] and [Off] under [Backlight] in the operation bar.
1.2.7 White Balance 1.2.7 White Balance While viewing camera images on the single camera page, you can use the [White Balance] selector to adjust the camera’s image to match the environment of the camera. Change this setting to achieve the most natural looking colors. The following settings are available.
1.2.8 Video Images and Image Refresh Rate 1.2.8 Video Images and Image Refresh Rate Using the [Refresh Rate] selector in the operation bar, you can select whether video images ([MJPEG], [MPEG-4], or [H.264]) are displayed, or still images that are refreshed periodically (3 seconds, 5 seconds, etc.) are displayed. You can change the default setting for [Refresh Rate] that is used each time the single camera page is accessed (see Page 159).
1.2.8 Video Images and Image Refresh Rate – [Unicast] (Unicast RTP): While no special settings are required to stream video using unicast, video is – streamed to each individual user viewing video images, which creates more network traffic as more users access the camera. Unicast is generally more reliable than multicast, and is not as susceptible to image quality issues that may occur with when multicasting. • Unicast streaming is not possible when viewing camera images over the Internet.
1.2.9 Taking Snapshots 1.2.9 Taking Snapshots You can take snapshots while viewing camera images and save them on your PC. 1. Click the snapshot button ( ). • The camera image opens in a new window. 2. Right-click the image, and select [Save Picture As...]. • The [Save Picture] dialog appears. 3. Enter a name for the file. 4. Specify where you want to save the file, then click [Save]. 5. Click [Close]. Note • • Snapshots are saved in JPEG format at the [Favor Clarity] setting.
1.2.10 Audio Features 1.2.10 Audio Features While viewing live images from the camera, you can monitor the audio from the camera’s microphone. 1. Confirm that the listen button ( ) is displayed. • • You can mute the audio by pressing the listen button. It will change to the listen off button ( Press the listen off button to monitor the audio again. ). 2. Adjust the volume using the volume slider ( • When viewing H.264 or MPEG-4 images, the volume slider changes appearance ( ). ).
1.2.11 Additional Features Available While Viewing Live Camera Images 1.2.11 Additional Features Available While Viewing Live Camera Images The following features are available while viewing live camera images. These features utilize the ActiveX software installed on the computer that is used to view camera images, and are therefore set individually for each computer. The features that can be used vary depending on the current image format (MJPEG, MPEG-4, H.264).
1.2.11 Additional Features Available While Viewing Live Camera Images 1. While viewing the single camera or multi camera page, click . 2. Set the following parameters as desired. a. Next to [Play Sound on Detection], select whether you want your computer to play a sound to notify you when motion is detected or when the sensor is triggered. b. Under [Sound File], click [Browse], then select the desired sound (audio file). • Only PCM-format .wav files are compatible with this feature.
1.2.11 Additional Features Available While Viewing Live Camera Images 3. Click [Save]. 4. Click your web browser’s refresh button to apply the new settings. Note • • You can set the detection notification sound feature for each camera viewed on the multi camera page, however, this feature is not available when [16 Screens] is selected. Sample audio files can be found in the [AudioSample] folder on the CD-ROM.
1.2.11 Additional Features Available While Viewing Live Camera Images When viewing MJPEG images 1. While viewing camera images, click 40 Operating Instructions .
1.2.11 Additional Features Available While Viewing Live Camera Images 2. Click the [Image Display] tab. 3. Next to [Image Display Method], select the desired method. • Options available for this setting vary depending on the operating system and other software installed on the computer. When [Auto] is selected when using Windows Vista, GDI is used. When using Windows XP, DirectDraw is used. 4. Click [Save].
1.2.11 Additional Features Available While Viewing Live Camera Images • • • • Frame rate decreases when the camera’s color night view feature is active (see Page 142), and as a result, this feature may not perform as expected. Using this feature may cause frame rate to decrease and may increase the CPU usage. When taking snapshots while this feature is enabled, the camera image is not brightened in the captured snapshots. When viewing H.
1.2.11 Additional Features Available While Viewing Live Camera Images When viewing MJPEG images 1. While viewing camera images, click .
1.2.11 Additional Features Available While Viewing Live Camera Images 2. Click the [Image Display] tab. 3. Next to [Software Color Night View], select the desired setting. 4. Click [Save].
1.3 Viewing Multiple Camera Images 1.3 Viewing Multiple Camera Images You can register other Panasonic Network Cameras to this camera (see Page 163) and use the multi camera page to view images from multiple cameras. After you have registered the other cameras to this camera (up to 16 cameras can be registered), follow the procedure below to view camera images. 1. Access the camera (see Page 8). 2. Click the [Multi] tab.
1.3 Viewing Multiple Camera Images N. Status overlay (see Page 159)*1*5 *1 *2 *3 *4 *5 Overlays are displayed only if they are configured for the camera (see Page 159). For other cameras, overlays cannot be displayed if the other cameras do not support the overlay feature. The audio controls displayed for other cameras depend on the audio features supported by the other cameras. If the camera does not support detection notification sounds, this feature is not available.
1.3 Viewing Multiple Camera Images • When configuring cameras for the multi camera page, make sure that the cameras you want to access from the Internet have been registered to this camera using their global IP addresses. For Internet access, local IP addresses (such as 192.168.xxx.xxx) cannot be used.
1.4 Maximum Number of Viewing Sessions 1.4 Maximum Number of Viewing Sessions The maximum number of users (including Network Camera Recorder software connections) that can view live and buffered camera images depends on the factors described below. Additional users will see a gray or black screen. The maximum number of viewing sessions depends on: – The connection method (HTTP or HTTPS; see 5.2 HTTPS Settings) – The [Max. No. of HTTP Sessions] and [Max. No. of HTTPS Sessions] settings (see 5.
1.5 Maximum Number of Viewing Sessions in Wireless Mode (BL-C230 Only) 1.5 Maximum Number of Viewing Sessions in Wireless Mode (BL-C230 Only) When in wireless mode, because the IEEE 802.11 standard limits the bandwidth, set the maximum number of users (including Network Camera Recorder software connections) that can view live and buffered camera images according to the table below. The maximum number of viewing sessions depends on: – The [Streaming Format] setting (see 5.
2 Using Triggers to Buffer and Transfer Images The camera can be configured to buffer its images, i.e., save camera images temporarily in its memory. You can view these images later when accessing the camera. The camera can also be configured to transfer camera images by E-mail, FTP, or HTTP. Before you can configure the camera to buffer images, you need to decide what method the camera will use to buffer or transfer images. Buffering methods are called “triggers”; up to 5 triggers can be configured.
2.1 Configuring a Timer Trigger 2.1 Configuring a Timer Trigger Note • When you change settings for a trigger, all images buffered in the memory for the selected trigger are deleted. Additionally, images buffered for other triggers may also be deleted. See Page 79 for more information. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Buffer/Transfer], click [Trigger].
2.1 Configuring a Timer Trigger 3. Click a trigger number (1–5). 4. Check [Enable Image Buffer/Transfer] to enable the trigger. 5. Select [Timer] from the pull-down menu, then click [Next] to make additional settings (explained below), or click [Save] to finish.
2.1 Configuring a Timer Trigger 6. Set the following parameters as desired. a. Under [Time], select the days of the week when the trigger will be active. b. Select the time of day the trigger will be active, or click [Always] to enable the trigger for the full 24 hours of each day selected. c. Under [Image Setting], select the desired image format, image resolution, and image quality.
2.2 Configuring a Sensor, Alarm, or Detection Trigger 2.2 Configuring a Sensor, Alarm, or Detection Trigger Note • • When you change settings for a trigger, all images buffered in the memory for the selected trigger are deleted. Additionally, images buffered for other triggers may also be deleted. See Page 79 for more information. Only JPEG images can be buffered or transferred. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Buffer/Transfer], click [Trigger].
2.2 Configuring a Sensor, Alarm, or Detection Trigger 3. Click a trigger number (1–5). 4. Check [Enable Image Buffer/Transfer] to enable the trigger. 5. Select [Sensor], [Alarm1], [Alarm2], [Motion Detection], or [Sound Detection] from the pull-down menu, then click [Next]. • To adjust the sensitivity of the built-in sensor, see Page 81. • If [Alarm1] or [Alarm2], is selected, select [Rising: GND to Open (High).] (logical HIGH) or [Falling: Open (High) to GND.
2.2 Configuring a Sensor, Alarm, or Detection Trigger • 56 The motion detection feature is disabled when panning and tilting the camera lens, i.e., moving the camera lens will not trigger the motion detection feature.
2.2 Configuring a Sensor, Alarm, or Detection Trigger 6. Set the following parameters as desired. a. Under [Time], select the days of the week when the trigger will be active. b. Select the time of day the trigger will be active, or click [Always] to enable the trigger for the full 24 c. d. e. f. g. hours of each day selected. Under [Image Setting], select the desired image resolution and image quality.
2.2 Configuring a Sensor, Alarm, or Detection Trigger h. Under [Transfer Method], select the desired transfer method. – [No Transfer, No Memory Overwrite]: Images are not transferred. Images are buffered until the memory is full. – [No Transfer, Memory Overwrite]: Images are not transferred. Once the memory is full, new images replace the old images. – [FTP]: After the camera is triggered, it transfers images to the specified FTP site.
2.3 Disabling and Enabling a Trigger 2.3 Disabling and Enabling a Trigger After configuring an image buffering trigger, you can later disable the trigger to temporarily turn it off, and enable it to turn it on again. While disabled, a trigger will not buffer images, transfer images, or send trigger notification. Note • When you enable or disable a trigger, all images for all triggers buffered in the memory are deleted. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2.
2.4 Configuring the Camera to Transfer Images 2.4 Configuring the Camera to Transfer Images When configuring the camera’s timer, built-in sensor, external sensor, or detection triggers, you can set the camera to transfer the captured images by FTP (see Page 61), E-mail (see Page 63), or HTTP (see Page 66). Once images are successfully transferred, they are deleted.
2.4.1 Transferring Images by FTP 2.4.1 Transferring Images by FTP The following screen is displayed if you select to transfer images by FTP while configuring a timer, built-in sensor, external sensor, or detection trigger (see Page 51 or Page 54). Follow the procedure below to configure the camera to transfer images to an FTP site. Ask the FTP server administrator for the appropriate settings. 1. Set the following parameters as desired. a. Enter the IP address or host name*1 of the FTP server.
2.4.1 Transferring Images by FTP uploaded file may be saved as “Image20090618173020500.jpg”. The time stamp format is Year/Month/Date/24-hour time/Second/Millisecond. Therefore, in this example, the file was captured on June 18, 2009, at 5:30 PM and 20 seconds and 500 milliseconds. Note that if you configure the camera to adjust its time setting for Daylight Saving Time/Summer Time (see Page 140), an “s” will be inserted between the date and time of the time stamp. h.
2.4.2 Transferring Images by E-mail 2.4.2 Transferring Images by E-mail The following screen is displayed if you select to transfer images by E-mail while configuring a timer, built-in sensor, external sensor, or detection trigger (see Page 51 or Page 54). Follow the procedure below to configure the camera to send images to an E-mail address. Ask your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or network administrator for the appropriate settings.
2.4.2 Transferring Images by E-mail f. Therefore, in this example, the file was captured on June 18, 2009, at 5:30 PM and 20 seconds and 500 milliseconds. Note that if you configure the camera to adjust its time setting for Daylight Saving Time/Summer Time (see Page 140), an “s” will be inserted between the date and time of the time stamp. • The date and time is also used as the sent file name (i.e., 20090618173020500.jpg).
2.4.2 Transferring Images by E-mail – [SMTP authentication]: Select this option if the outgoing E-mail server requires SMTP authentication when sending E-mail messages. The following settings are also necessary. Enter the settings as you would for sending E-mail. a. Enter the login ID*2 (user name) required to access the server (max. 63 characters). b. Enter the password*2 required to access the server (max. 63 characters). • The camera supports LOGIN, PLAIN, and CRAM-MD5 authentication. 3.
2.4.3 Transferring Images by HTTP 2.4.3 Transferring Images by HTTP The following screen is displayed if you select to transfer images by HTTP while configuring a timer, built-in sensor, external sensor, or detection trigger (see Page 51 or Page 54). Follow the procedure below to configure the camera to transfer images to an HTTP site. Ask the HTTP server administrator for the appropriate settings.
2.4.3 Transferring Images by HTTP Saving Time/Summer Time (see Page 140), an “s” will be inserted between the date and time of the time stamp. 2. Follow the procedure below based on the settings you made when configuring the trigger. a. If you selected to not send notification when the camera is triggered, click [Save], then click [Go to Trigger page]. b. If you selected to send notification when the camera is triggered, click [Next]. • The appropriate notification settings page is displayed.
2.5 Configuring the Camera to Send Trigger Notifications 2.5 Configuring the Camera to Send Trigger Notifications When configuring the camera to buffer or transfer images by built-in sensor or external sensor, or by the detection feature, you can configure the camera to send notifications by E-mail (see Page 69) or HTTP (see Page 72) when the camera is triggered. Note • • 68 Notifications cannot be sent when buffering or transferring images by timer.
2.5.1 Sending Trigger Notifications by E-mail 2.5.1 Sending Trigger Notifications by E-mail The following screen is displayed while configuring the camera to buffer or transfer images by built-in sensor or external sensor, or by detection (see Page 54) if you select [Send E-mail Notification]. Follow the procedure below to send trigger notifications by E-mail. Ask your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or network administrator for the appropriate settings.
2.5.1 Sending Trigger Notifications by E-mail f. Therefore, in this example, the camera was triggered on June 18, 2009, at 5:30 PM and 20 seconds and 500 milliseconds. Note that if you configure the camera to adjust its time setting for Daylight Saving Time/Summer Time (see Page 140), an “s” will be inserted between the date and time of the time stamp. Enter the text*2 that will be displayed in the body of E-mail messages sent by the camera (max. 63 characters). • Line breaks cannot be entered. 2.
2.5.1 Sending Trigger Notifications by E-mail – [SMTP authentication]: Select this option if the outgoing E-mail server requires SMTP authentication when sending E-mail messages. The following settings are also necessary. Enter the settings as you would for sending E-mail. a. Enter the login ID*2 (user name) required to access the server (max. 63 characters). b. Enter the password*2 required to access the server (max. 63 characters). • The camera supports LOGIN, PLAIN, and CRAM-MD5 authentication. 3.
2.5.2 Sending Trigger Notifications by HTTP 2.5.2 Sending Trigger Notifications by HTTP The following screen is displayed while configuring the camera to buffer or transfer images by built-in sensor or external sensor, or by detection (see Page 54) if you select [Send HTTP Notification]. Follow the procedure below to send trigger notifications by HTTP.
2.6 Viewing Buffered Images 2.6 Viewing Buffered Images If you have configured the camera to buffer images (see Page 51 or Page 54), you can access the camera and view the buffered images. Note • • • If you have configured the camera to transfer images by FTP, E-mail, or HTTP, images are deleted once they have been successfully transferred and you cannot view the images using the procedure described in this section. When buffering MPEG-4 videos, the videos cannot be viewed until buffering has ended.
2.6 Viewing Buffered Images Viewing and downloading buffered JPEG images (videos and still images) A B C D E F A. Start and end date and time when the image was buffered B. Camera image C. Date and time when the displayed image was buffered, current image number, and total number of images buffered D. Playback controls (explained below) E. Click to select how many images will be downloaded when [Download] is clicked F.
2.6 Viewing Buffered Images instructions in the “Read Me” file (CD-ROM Drive:\NCV\SDVIEWER_README.txt). You can also download this software from the Panasonic Network Camera website (http://panasonic.net/pcc/support/netwkcam/). You can also download a still image by right-clicking in the image area and selecting [Save Picture As...]. Note • The number of simultaneous viewing sessions is limited.
2.6 Viewing Buffered Images Note • • • • • A video file cannot be played back while it is still being recorded. The G.726 audio codec must be downloaded and installed on your PC in order to view buffered videos. Click the link below [If images are not displayed or audio cannot be heard, click here.] to view information and download the codec. Date, time and file number are not displayed during playback.
2.7 Deleting Buffered Images Manually 2.7 Deleting Buffered Images Manually You can delete all images in the memory buffered by a specific trigger. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Buffer/Transfer], click [Trigger]. 3. Click a trigger number (1–5).
2.7 Deleting Buffered Images Manually 4. Click [Delete Buffered Images]. 5. Click [OK]. Note • 78 The following operations also delete all images buffered in the internal memory. – Turning off the camera. – Saving the Date and Time page. – Restarting, updating firmware or resetting the camera to factory default. – Disabling or enabling a trigger. – Restoring settings from a configuration file.
2.8 Understanding How the Camera Manages Buffered Images 2.8 Understanding How the Camera Manages Buffered Images When images are buffered in the camera’s internal memory The camera’s internal memory is divided between the number of triggers that are configured. For example, if 5 triggers are set, each trigger can use 1/5 of the camera’s internal memory, and if 3 triggers are set, each trigger can use 1/3 of the camera’s internal memory, etc.
2.8 Understanding How the Camera Manages Buffered Images • • • • 80 As a general guideline, the number of post-trigger images should not exceed the total number of images that can be buffered by the trigger minus 2 times the number of pre-trigger images. (“C” equals or is less than “A”-(2´“B”), as shown above). Note that when using the above settings, the actual number of images buffered (“D”) is less than the maximum number of images that can be buffered by the trigger (“A”).
2.9 Adjusting Sensor Sensitivity 2.9 Adjusting Sensor Sensitivity If using the camera’s built-in sensor to buffer or transfer camera images, you may want to adjust the sensor’s sensitivity for optimal results. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Buffer/Transfer], click [Sensor Sensitivity]. 3. Select the desired setting. – [High]: The sensor is more sensitive to heat variations. – [Normal]: The sensor is moderately sensitive to heat variations (default).
2.10 Adjusting Motion Detection Sensitivity 2.10 Adjusting Motion Detection Sensitivity If using the motion detection feature to buffer or transfer camera images, you may want to adjust the motion detection sensitivity for optimal results. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Buffer/Transfer], click [Motion Detection]. 3. Observe the [Preview] area to confirm how the current settings detect motion.
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2.11 Adjusting Sound Detection Sensitivity 2.11 Adjusting Sound Detection Sensitivity If using the sound detection feature to buffer or transfer camera images, you may want to adjust the threshold for sound detection in order to achieve the desired results. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Buffer/Transfer], click [Sound Detection]. 3. Observe the [Preview] area to confirm how the current settings trigger sound detection.
2.11 Adjusting Sound Detection Sensitivity Understanding [Threshold] Sound detection threshold can be adjusted. Understanding how threshold will help you adjust the sound detection feature to suit your needs. [Threshold]: Determines at what point the sound detection feature is triggered. A lower threshold means less sound is needed to trigger the sound detection feature, i.e., sound detection is triggered at lower volumes.
2.11 Adjusting Sound Detection Sensitivity • • • • • • • • 86 The sound detection feature cannot detect sound when the [Input] setting is set to [Disable] on the [Audio] page (see Page 144). The [Camera Microphone Sensitivity] setting on the [Audio] page affects sound detection (see Page 144). If there are many false detections, lower the sensitivity of the [Camera Microphone Sensitivity] on the [Audio] page.
2.12 Sending Alarm Log Information 2.12 Sending Alarm Log Information You can configure the camera to send a daily log by E-mail that reports the status of the built-in sensor, external sensor, and detection triggers. This allows you to be notified by E-mail once a day and know whether or not there were any events that triggered the camera. Ask your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or network administrator for the appropriate settings. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2.
2.12 Sending Alarm Log Information b. Under [Active Time], select the days and the time you want the camera to send alarm logs. c. Under [Notice setup of an alarm log], enter the IP address or the host name*1 of the SMTP server (outgoing mail server). • An IPv6 address can be specified; note that the IPv6 address must be enclosed in brackets. • This feature cannot transfer images to web-based mail servers, such as Hotmail. d. Enter the port number used by the server.
2.12 Sending Alarm Log Information – [POP before SMTP authentication]: Select this option if the outgoing E-mail server requires POP before SMTP authentication when sending E-mail messages. The following settings are also necessary. Enter the settings as you would for receiving E-mail. a. Enter the IP address or the host name*1 of the POP3 server (incoming mail server). • An IPv6 address can be specified; note that the IPv6 address must be enclosed in brackets. b. Enter the port number used by the server.
3 Mobile Phone Features This section describes the features available when using a mobile phone that is compatible with Panasonic Network Cameras. Before using any of these features, please read the following notes. • Certain mobile phones are not compatible with Panasonic Network Cameras. • Mobile phones that only allow the use of port number 80 or mobile phones that do not support password authentication are not compatible with Panasonic Network Cameras.
3.1 Accessing the Camera from Your Mobile Phone 3.1 Accessing the Camera from Your Mobile Phone 1. Enter http:// followed by the IP address of the camera and /mobile, then access the camera. Example: http://***.***.***.***/mobile If the camera’s port number is a port number other than 80, enter “:” and the port number after the IP address. Example: http://***.***.***.***:50001/mobile • If you have registered with a DNS service, such as Viewnetcam.com (see Page 105), enter the URL instead of the IP address.
3.2 Viewing Still Images on Your Mobile Phone 3.2 Viewing Still Images on Your Mobile Phone Still images from the camera can be viewed with a compatible mobile phone. A. Press [4] or [6] to pan the lens left or right, respectively, or B. C. D. A B C D E. F. G. E H. F I. J. G H I J press [2] or [8] to tilt the lens up or down, respectively. When the lens has reached the end of its pan or tilt range, the corresponding number will not be displayed. Press [5] to refresh the image.
3.2 Viewing Still Images on Your Mobile Phone • • If you turn privacy mode on, camera images are not buffered even if the camera is configured to buffer images. Screen content varies by model number.
3.3 Viewing Alarm Logs on Your Mobile Phone 3.3 Viewing Alarm Logs on Your Mobile Phone The camera records log information each time the camera is triggered and each time the camera’s privacy feature is turned on and off. Up to 50 events are logged, and each event includes the date, time, and type (built-in sensor, external sensor 1, external sensor 2, motion detection, sound detection, or privacy mode on/ off). You can view the log while accessing the camera from your mobile phone. Note • 1. 2. 3. 4.
3.4 Enabling and Disabling Image Buffering Using Your Mobile Phone 3.4 Enabling and Disabling Image Buffering Using Your Mobile Phone While accessing the camera from your mobile phone, select [Buffer/Transfer] to display the image buffer and transfer control page on your mobile phone. Note • You must be logged in to the camera as an administrator to use this feature. 1. Access the camera with your mobile phone (see Page 91). 2. Select [Buffer/Transfer]. 3.
4 Configuring the Camera for Access from the Internet You can configure the camera to be accessed over the Internet, allowing you to view camera images and change camera settings from anywhere—even using your mobile phone. This section explains the concepts and procedures for configuring your camera (and other network devices) to allow you to view camera images over the Internet.
So how can you access your camera when you are away from home if other people are using the same IP address as your camera? Understanding global addresses The answer is to access the camera by entering the unique IP address assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). This address is called a global address, or a WAN (wide area network) address. In the example below, your global IP address is aaa.aaa.aaa.aaa and your neighbor’s global IP address is zzz.zzz.zzz.zzz.
Port No. of Incoming Access Forwarding Destination 50000 192.168.0.253:50000 50001 192.168.0.252:50001 Now you may be thinking, “do I have to do this programming by myself?” Understanding UPnP™ If your router does not support a feature called UPnP™ (Universal Plug and Play), you will have to manually configure your router for port forwarding. Refer to the operating instructions included with your router for more information.
6. The computer receives your current global IP address from the DNS server and accesses the camera. Summary In order to access your camera over the Internet, you need to do the following. 1. Configure your router for port forwarding. If your router supports UPnP™, this can be done automatically. Refer to the operating instructions included with your router for information on UPnP™ support (the router’s UPnP™ feature may be turned off by default) or for information on setting port forwarding. 2.
4.1 Configuring Port Forwarding 4.1 Configuring Port Forwarding In order to access your camera from the Internet, you will need to configure your router for port forwarding. If your router supports UPnP™ (Universal Plug and Play), the camera and router can communicate with each other and set port forwarding automatically. This can be done during initial configuration (as explained in the Setup Guide), or by following one of the procedures below.
4.1 Configuring Port Forwarding Enabling [Auto Port Forwarding] using the [Internet] tab 1. Click the [Internet] tab. 2. Under [Auto Port Forwarding (IPv4)], select [Enable]. 3. Click [Save]. • A notice is displayed informing you that the camera’s port number may change. 4. Click [OK]. • [Router configuration in progress to allow access from the Internet.] is displayed. • If you want to register with Viewnetcam.com (visit http://www.viewnetcam.com for details), select [Register with Viewnetcam.
4.1 Configuring Port Forwarding Enabling [Auto Port Forwarding] using the [UPnP] page 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Basic], click [UPnP]. 3. Under [Auto Port Forwarding], select [Enable]. 4. Click [Save]. • When setup is complete, [Success!] is displayed. 5. Confirm that port forwarding was configured correctly (see Page 102). Note • • If auto port forwarding is enabled or disabled on this page, it is also enabled or disabled on the [Internet] tab.
4.1 Configuring Port Forwarding 7. While referring to the operating instructions included with your router, configure the router’s port forwarding feature. • When configuring port forwarding, store the camera’s IP address and port number that you noted above. 8. Register the camera to use a Dynamic DNS service, such as Viewnetcam.com (see Page 105).
4.2 Configuring the Camera to Use a Dynamic DNS Service 4.2 Configuring the Camera to Use a Dynamic DNS Service You can configure the camera to use Viewnetcam.com (see Page 105) or a third-party Dynamic DNS service (see Page 109). A Dynamic DNS service is a service that allows you to assign an easy-to-remember URL (web address) to the camera, such as ***.viewnetcam.com, allowing you to access the camera from the Internet using your personalized URL.
4.2.1 Configuring the Camera to Use Viewnetcam.com 4.2.1 Configuring the Camera to Use Viewnetcam.com If you are interested in accessing your camera over the Internet, we recommend using Viewnetcam.com. Viewnetcam.com is a Dynamic DNS service designed for use with Panasonic Network Cameras. For more information about Viewnetcam.com, please visit http://www.viewnetcam.com for details. There are two methods you can use to configure the camera to use Viewnetcam.com.
4.2.1 Configuring the Camera to Use Viewnetcam.com 2. Under [Viewnetcam.com Registration], select [Register with Viewnetcam.com]. 3. Click [Save]. 4. When [Setup completed] is displayed, click [Go to Viewnetcam.com Registration page]. • The Viewnetcam.com website is displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions to register with Viewnetcam.com. When [Setup completed] is displayed, the addresses for accessing the camera over the LAN and over the Internet are displayed. 5. Click [To Single Camera page].
4.2.1 Configuring the Camera to Use Viewnetcam.com 5. Click [Go to Viewnetcam.com page]. 6. Click [Your Account Link]. 7. The Viewnetcam.com website is displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions to register with Viewnetcam.com. • If the Viewnetcam.com website is not displayed, confirm that your PC can access the Internet, then click your web browser’s refresh button. • When registration is complete, you can access the camera using the Viewnetcam.com URL you selected during registration.
4.2.1 Configuring the Camera to Use Viewnetcam.com Changing the Viewnetcam.com address update time You can select how often the camera notifies the Viewnetcam.com server of its current global IP address. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Basic], click [DynamicDNS]. 3. Select [Viewnetcam.com], then click [Next]. 4. Select the desired setting for [Updating time]. 5. Click [Save].
4.2.2 Configuring the Camera to Use a Third-party Dynamic DNS Service 4.2.2 Configuring the Camera to Use a Third-party Dynamic DNS Service Before configuring the camera to use a third-party Dynamic DNS service, you will first need to subscribe to the desired service. Ask the Dynamic DNS service provider for the settings required to use that service. Note • • • Certain third-party Dynamic DNS services may not be compatible with your camera.
4.2.2 Configuring the Camera to Use a Third-party Dynamic DNS Service 7. Enter the password*2 provided by the Dynamic DNS service provider (max. 63 characters). 8. Click [Save]. *1 *2 [Space] and ["] cannot be entered. ["] and [:] cannot be entered. Canceling the camera’s access to the Dynamic DNS service Use the following procedure to stop the camera from notifying the Dynamic DNS service when your global IP address changes.
4.3 Confirming Internet Access 4.3 Confirming Internet Access After configuring the camera to use a Dynamic DNS service and configuring your router for port forwarding, confirm that the camera can be accessed over the Internet. Most routers will not allow you to access a camera over the Internet using a PC connected to the same LAN as the camera.
5.1 Network Settings 5 Changing Camera Settings 5.1 Network Settings The camera’s network settings are made when configuring the camera according to the instructions provided in the Setup Guide. You can change these settings later if necessary using the procedures described in this section. Note • • • • • 112 You must log in to the camera as the administrator in order to change these settings. After changing network settings and clicking [Save], the camera must be restarted.
5.1.1 Network (IPv4) Settings 5.1.1 Network (IPv4) Settings 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Basic], click [Network (IPv4)]. 3. Select the desired connection mode, then make the appropriate settings as described in this section. – [Automatic Setup]: Allows the camera to automatically obtain the appropriate network settings from – – your broadband router or from your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The camera also searches for an unused IP address on your network.
5.1.1 Network (IPv4) Settings [Static] 1. Set the following parameters as desired. a. Under [Network Configuration from Setup Program], select whether or not you want to allow the camera to be configured using the Setup Program on the CD-ROM. b. Under [Internet Connection], enter the port number to be assigned to the camera. • The default port number is 80, however, note that some ISPs do not allow access from the Internet using port 80.
5.1.1 Network (IPv4) Settings • Assign an IP address that belongs to the same class as other network devices (router, PCs, etc.) on the local area network. For example, if your router’s address is 192.168.0.1, you can assign an IP address between 192.168.0.2 and 192.168.0.254 as long as the assigned address is not used by another network device. d. Enter the appropriate subnet mask. • Confirm the subnet mask assigned to your router or PC. You can enter the same value here. e.
5.1.1 Network (IPv4) Settings [DHCP] 1. Set the following parameters as desired. a. Under [Network Configuration from Setup Program], select whether or not you want to allow the camera to be configured using the Setup Program on the CD-ROM. b. Under [Internet Connection], enter the port number to be assigned to the camera. • The default port number is 80, however, note that some ISPs do not allow access from the Internet using port 80.
5.1.1 Network (IPv4) Settings • If the camera is connected to a router, you can usually leave this field blank. d. Under [Default Gateway], enter the default gateway IP address if required by your ISP or network administrator. • This field can normally be left empty. e. Under [DNS], enter the IP addresses of the primary and secondary DNS servers if required by your ISP or network administrator. • These fields can normally be left empty. f. Under [Max.
5.1.2 Proxy Server Settings 5.1.2 Proxy Server Settings The following settings are necessary if your network uses a proxy server and you want to transfer images by HTTP or send trigger notifications by HTTP. If you do not use a proxy server, these settings are unnecessary. Note • • • Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or network administrator to find out if your network uses a proxy server. The camera does not use encryption when sending the login ID and password to access the proxy server.
5.2 HTTPS Settings 5.2 HTTPS Settings The camera supports HTTPS connections. When accessing the camera using HTTPS, data sent between the computer and camera is encrypted, providing increased security. To access the camera using HTTPS, see Page 120. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Basic], click [HTTPS]. 3. Set the following parameters as desired. a. Under [HTTPS], select [Use HTTPS] if you want to use the HTTPS feature. b.
5.2 HTTPS Settings Accessing the camera using HTTPS If the camera is configured for HTTPS access, it can only be accessed using HTTPS; HTTP access is not possible. Use the following address format when accessing the camera using HTTPS. 1. Start your PC’s web browser. 2. In the browser’s address bar, enter https:// followed by the IP address or host name and the port number of the camera, then press [Enter] on the keyboard. Example: https://192.168.0.
5.2 HTTPS Settings • Installing security certificates for unknown devices or sites can lead to security risks. Confirm the origin of the security certificates before installing them for devices or sites other than the camera. 3. When the authentication dialog is displayed, enter the user name and password, then click [OK]. • The top page is displayed.
5.2 HTTPS Settings 4. Click [Certificate Error] in the address bar, then click [View certificates].
5.2 HTTPS Settings 5. Click [Install Certificate...]. Note • If the [Install Certificate...] button is not displayed, exit Internet Explorer, then start Internet Explorer using the [Run as administrator] option. Click [Start]®[All Programs]®right-click [Internet Explorer], then click [Run as administrator].
5.2 HTTPS Settings 6. After the wizard is displayed, click [Next].
5.2 HTTPS Settings 7. Select [Place all certificates in the following store], then click [Browse...]. 8. Click [Trusted Root Certification Authorities], then click [OK].
5.2 HTTPS Settings 9. Click [Next].
5.2 HTTPS Settings 10. Click [Finish].
5.2 HTTPS Settings 11. Click [Yes]. 12. After [The import was successful.] is displayed, click [OK]. Note • After you restart the browser and access the camera using HTTPS, the security warning will not be displayed. For Internet Explorer 6 and Windows XP 1. Access the camera using HTTPS. 2. Click [View Certificate].
5.2 HTTPS Settings • Installing security certificates for unknown devices or sites can lead to security risks. Confirm the origin of the security certificates before installing them for devices or sites other than the camera. 3. Click [Install Certificate...].
5.2 HTTPS Settings 4. After the wizard is displayed, click [Next]. 5. Select [Automatically select the certificate store based on the type of certificate], then click [Next].
5.2 HTTPS Settings 6. Click [Finish]. 7. Click [Yes].
5.2 HTTPS Settings 8. After [The import was successful.] is displayed, click [OK]. Note • 132 After you restart the browser and access the camera using HTTPS, the security warning will not be displayed.
5.3 Using the Camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C230 Only) 5.3 Using the Camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C230 Only) The BL-C230 can be used wirelessly. In this case, there is no need to connect a LAN cable to the camera. In order to use the camera wirelessly, you must: 1. Configure the camera for wired connection. Refer to the included Installation Guide and Setup Guide if you have not done this. 2. Configure the camera’s wireless settings (see Page 134). 3. Restart the camera in wireless mode (see Page 138).
5.3.1 Configuring the Camera for Wireless Connection (BL-C230 Only) 5.3.1 Configuring the Camera for Wireless Connection (BL-C230 Only) Configure the camera for wireless access by configuring the corresponding camera settings to match the wireless settings of your wireless router. For more information, refer to the operating instructions included with your wireless router. Note • • • • • • • • SSID is an identification name that is used to distinguish and separate wireless connections into groups.
5.3.1 Configuring the Camera for Wireless Connection (BL-C230 Only) When [No encryption] is selected When [No encryption] is selected, encryption will not be used for wireless communications, and therefore wireless communication may not be secure. If you select [No encryption], click [Save] to finish. When [WEP] is selected When [WEP] is selected, the WEP standard will be used for encryption.
5.3.1 Configuring the Camera for Wireless Connection (BL-C230 Only) Key Format *1 No. of Characters [HEX,10characters 64bit] 10 [HEX,26characters 128bit] 26 [HEX,32characters 152bit] 32 [ASCII 5characters 64bit] 5 [ASCII13characters 128bit] 13 [ASCII16characters 152bit] 16 Usable Characters 0–9, a–f ASCII characters (see Page 206)*1 [Space] cannot be used. Note • The camera supports only open system authentication.
5.3.1 Configuring the Camera for Wireless Connection (BL-C230 Only) When [WPA2-PSK (AES)] is selected When [WPA2-PSK (AES)] is selected, the WPA2-PSK (AES) standard will be used for encryption. Refer to the settings of your wireless router, then enter the [Network Key], select the key format from the pull-down menu, and click [Save] to finish. Key Format [HEX, 64 Characters] [ASCII, 8 to 63 Characters] *1 No.
5.3.2 Restarting the Camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C230 Only) 5.3.2 Restarting the Camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C230 Only) After you have configured the camera for wireless connection, follow the procedure below to restart the camera in wireless mode. 1. Turn off the camera by unplugging the AC plug from the power outlet. 2. Set the WIRELESS/WIRED switch on the bottom of the camera to the WIRELESS position. 3. Turn the camera on by plugging the AC plug into the power outlet. 4.
5.4 UPnP™ Settings 5.4 UPnP™ Settings The camera supports UPnP™ (Universal Plug and Play) features, which allow you to do the following: – Configure your router’s port forwarding feature. (A UPnP™ compatible router is required.) This is useful if you want to access your camera from the Internet or using a mobile phone. See Page 96 for more information.
5.5 Setting the Date and Time 5.5 Setting the Date and Time Set the camera’s date and time settings to ensure image buffering, image transferring, camera operation time, and time stamp features function as expected. Note • All images buffered in the internal memory are deleted when you click [Save] at the end of this procedure. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Basic], click [Date and Time]. 3. Set the following parameters as desired. a.
5.5 Setting the Date and Time i. If you select to enable this feature, enter the month, day, and time when Daylight Saving Time/ Summer Time begins. (The camera’s clock moves forward one hour at the set date and time.) ii. Enter the month, day, and time when Daylight Saving Time/Summer Time ends. (The camera’s clock moves back one hour at the set date and time.) 4. Click [Save]. • All images buffered in the internal memory are deleted when you click [Save].
5.6 Changing Basic Camera Settings 5.6 Changing Basic Camera Settings The [Camera] page of the [Setup] tab allows you to adjust basic camera features. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Basic], click [Camera]. 3. Set the following parameters as desired. a. Under [AC Power Source Frequency], select the desired setting. – [50 Hz]: Select this item if your AC power source operates at 50 Hz. – [60 Hz]: Select this item if your AC power source operates at 60 Hz.
5.6 Changing Basic Camera Settings • This setting determines the minimum shutter speed. Shutter speed may increase when viewing bright objects. • Note that when the shutter speed is faster, noise may be seen in the camera image depending on the light source, and noise may increase depending on the brightness of the image. ii. To enable the color night view mode feature, select [Color Night View]. (Page 210) • When the camera image becomes dark (e.g.
5.7 Changing Audio Settings 5.7 Changing Audio Settings The [Audio] page of the [Setup] tab allows you to adjust audio feature-related settings. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Basic], click [Audio]. 3. Set the following parameters as desired. a. Under [Input], select whether the camera’s microphone is enabled or disabled. • When set to [Disable], the sound detection feature is not available. b. Under [Camera Microphone Sensitivity], select the desired setting.
5.8 Changing Video Streaming Settings 5.8 Changing Video Streaming Settings The [Video Streaming] page of the [Setup] tab allows you to adjust video streaming feature-related settings. 1. Click the [Setup] tab.
5.8 Changing Video Streaming Settings 2. On the left side of the screen under [Basic], click [Video Streaming].
5.8 Changing Video Streaming Settings 3. Set the following parameters as desired. a. Under [Streaming Format], select the streaming format. • This setting may change the values selected for the [Refresh Rate] and [Image Resolution] b. c. d. e. f. g. h. parameters for [Single Camera] and [Multi-Camera] on the [Image Display] page. • Certain features are unavailable depending on this setting. See 13.5 Feature Limitations Based on Image Format for details. Under [Max. No.
5.8 Changing Video Streaming Settings • When [Use] is checked under [Multicast (IPv4)] or [Multicast (IPv6)], [Multicast] becomes available in the [Streaming Method] selector on the single camera page. 4. Set the following parameters as desired. a. Under [Packet Availability Time], enter the desired setting.
5.8 Changing Video Streaming Settings b. Under [Multicast (IPv4)], check [Use] to enable multicasting for IPv4. If used, the following settings are also necessary. i. Enter the IP address of the multicast. ii. Enter the first port number to be used for MPEG-4 streaming (video only; audio is streamed on the audio port specified on this page). This port number must be an even number. iii. Enter the first port number to be used for H.264 streaming. This port number must be an even number. iv.
6.1 Understanding User Accounts 6 User Accounts 6.1 Understanding User Accounts The camera supports 3 different types of users. Each type of user can use the camera in different ways, and the administrator can control which features each user can have access to. User Type [Administrator] No. of Users Camera Configuration Feature Access 1 Can access all pages and change all settings. All features can be used. Cannot configure the camera.
6.2 Changing the Administrator User Name and Password 6.2 Changing the Administrator User Name and Password For security, we recommend setting a user name and password that uses many characters and is difficult to guess. Change the password periodically for added security. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Account], click [Administrator]. 3. Under [Administrator Authentication], enter the user name and password, then re-enter the password for verification.
6.3 General Users 6.3 General Users Up to 50 general user accounts can be created. Each user has his or her own user name and password, and you can control the camera features that are available to general users. Note • • For security, we recommend setting user names and passwords that are difficult to guess. Change the passwords periodically for added security. When general users access the camera, the [Internet], [Setup], and [Maintenance] tabs are never displayed.
6.3 General Users 4. Under [Input User Name and Password], enter the user name and password, then re-enter the password for verification. • See Page 206 for a list of valid characters. Note that [Space], ["], ['], [&], [<], [>], and [:] cannot be entered. 5. Set the following parameters as desired. a. Under [Access Level], select the desired setting for [Video Display Time]. – [Unlimited]: The user can view video images ([H.264], [MPEG-4], or [MJPEG]) from the camera without restriction.
6.3 General Users b. Select the desired setting for [Refresh Rate]. Still images viewed by the user will be refreshed at this rate. c. Select the features the user is allowed to use. • You can select features individually, or click [Level 1], [Level 2], or [Level 3] to enable the corresponding group of features. • BL-C230 only: [External Output] can be selected. 6. Click [Save]. Note • • • • Screen content varies by model number.
6.4 Guest Users 6.4 Guest Users Guest users are anonymous users, and they do not need to enter a user name or password to access the camera. You can control the camera features that are available to guest users, and you can restrict guest user access altogether. IMPORTANT To prevent unauthorized access to the camera, it is important to manage who can access the camera through the use of user names and passwords.
6.4 Guest Users 4. Under [User ID List], select [Guest User], then click [Modify]. 5. Set the following parameters as desired. a. Under [Access Level], select the desired setting for [Video Display Time]. – [Unlimited]: The user can view video images ([H.264], [MPEG-4], or [MJPEG]) from the camera without restriction. – [Not permitted]: The user can view only still images. – [10 s]–[60 min]: The user can view video images for the selected amount of time, after which the user can view only still images.
6.4 Guest Users • You can select features individually, or click [Level 1], [Level 2], or [Level 3] to enable the corresponding group of features. • BL-C230 only: [External Output] can be selected. 6. Click [Save]. Note • • • • Screen content varies by model number. Users can click to center when using the ActiveX zoom feature, even if the click to center feature is disabled. Users can click to center the image within the zoomed area, but the lens will not pan or tilt.
6.5 The Login Tab 6.5 The Login Tab When guest users are allowed to access the camera (see Page 155), no authentication dialog is displayed when you access the camera, and the [Login] tab is displayed on the top page. Click this tab to log in to the camera as the administrator or as a general user.
7.1 Changing Image Display Settings 7 Advanced Settings 7.1 Changing Image Display Settings You can change the camera name and the way camera images are displayed each time the camera is accessed.
7.1 Changing Image Display Settings 2. On the left side of the screen under [Advanced], click [Image Display].
7.1 Changing Image Display Settings 3. Set the following parameters as desired. a. Under [Camera Name], change the camera name as desired (max. 15 characters). • See Page 206 for a list of valid characters. Note that [Space], ["], ['], [&], [<], and [>] cannot be b. c. d. e. entered. Under [Single Camera], select the desired default refresh rate, image resolution, and image quality (for when viewing MJPEG or still images) and streaming method (for when viewing H.264 or MPEG-4 images).
7.1 Changing Image Display Settings iv. Enter the URL (max. 127 characters*1), including http:// if necessary, of the banner’s link. This specifies the web page or image that is displayed when the user clicks the banner. 4. Click [Save]. *1 162 [Space], ["], ['], [&], [<], and [>] cannot be entered.
7.2 Registering Multiple Cameras 7.2 Registering Multiple Cameras You can register other Panasonic Network Cameras to this camera’s [Multi] tab. This allows you to view images from up to 16 cameras by simply accessing this camera and clicking the [Multi] tab. Registering other cameras to this camera 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Advanced], click [Multi-Camera]. 3. Click [Add]. 4. Under [Add Camera], check [Display]. 5.
7.2 Registering Multiple Cameras 8. Enter the camera’s name (max. 15 characters). This is the camera name that is displayed on the [Multi] page and does not need to match the camera name set on the other camera. • Only ASCII characters are available (see Page 206). Note that [Space], ["], ['], [&], [<], [>], [#], [%], [=], [+], [?], and [:] cannot be entered. 9. Click [Save]. Note • • If you register a camera that does not support H.264 to the multi camera page of a camera that supports H.
7.2 Registering Multiple Cameras 2. On the left side of the screen under [Advanced], click [Multi-Camera]. 3. Under [Change Camera Order], select the number of the camera you would like to move, and select the number you would like to move the camera to. The 2 cameras will switch places in the list. • For example, to switch camera 2 and camera 1, select [Switch No.] 2 [with No.] 1. 4. Click [Execute].
7.3 Specifying Operation Times 7.3 Specifying Operation Times You can specify the days and times during which general users and guest users can view camera images (the administrator can always view camera images). When the camera is accessed outside of the operation time, the camera image on the single camera page, multi camera page, and buffered image page is displayed as a gray or black screen. Additionally, [The operation time has ended.] is displayed on the single camera page.
7.3 Specifying Operation Times Note • If 2 operating time settings overlap, the [Enable] setting takes priority. In the example below, the camera is set to be disabled on Mondays (in setting No. 1) and is set to be disabled on Tuesdays (in setting No. 2). However, the camera can be accessed on both Mondays and Tuesdays because these days are each enabled by one of the settings.
7.4 Controlling the External Output Terminal (BL-C230 Only) 7.4 Controlling the External Output Terminal (BL-C230 Only) If a device is connected to the output terminals of the external I/O interface (see the Installation Guide for connection information), follow the procedure below to configure the camera to interact with the device properly and to rename the external output buttons displayed in the operation bar. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2.
7.5 Changing the Indicator Display 7.
7.6 Privacy Mode 7.6 Privacy Mode Privacy mode allows you to protect your privacy by hiding the lens inside the camera, preventing camera images from being seen. When privacy mode is activated: – The POWER indicator turns red so that you can easily see that privacy mode is activated. – No camera images are buffered or transferred. – The camera image changes to a gray or black screen if privacy mode is activated while viewing camera images.
7.6 Privacy Mode Disabling the PRIVACY button You can disable the PRIVACY button so that privacy mode cannot be turned on or off by pressing the PRIVACY button. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Advanced], click [Privacy Mode]. 3. Under [PRIVACY Button], uncheck [Enable]. 4. Click [Save].
7.7 Managing Registered Devices (BL-C210A/BL-C230A Only) 7.7 Managing Registered Devices (BL-C210A/ BL-C230A Only) A compatible Panasonic VIERA TV can be used to view camera images and configure certain camera features. In order to use this feature, the camera and TV must be registered to each other. This page allows you to confirm and delete devices (TVs) that are registered to the camera. Additionally, you can set the camera to Registration Mode, so that it can be registered to additional TVs.
7.7 Managing Registered Devices (BL-C210A/BL-C230A Only) Preparing to register the camera to a TV (registration mode) You can also set the camera to registration mode by pressing and holding the camera’s PRIVACY button for about 3 seconds, until the AV LINK indicator flashes. If the camera is not registered to a TV within 5 minutes, registration mode is canceled. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Advanced], click [Registered Devices]. 3.
7.8 Built-in Alarm Settings 7.8 Built-in Alarm Settings The camera’s built-in alarm can sound when the built-in sensor, external sensor, or motion detection is triggered. You can set when the built-in alarm sounds, as well as the built-in alarm volume and the built-in alarm sound type. After saving these settings, confirm the built-in alarm volume and sound type by clicking [Sound Alarm] on the single camera page. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2.
7.8 Built-in Alarm Settings • • When you set [Trigger for Built-in Alarm] to [Button or sensor] or [Sensor only], configure the camera to buffer and transfer images (see Page 54) so that the built-in alarm can sound when the built-in sensor, external sensor, or motion detection is triggered. The built-in alarm does not sound even if [Trigger for Built-in Alarm] is set to [Button or sensor] or [Sensor only] while the camera is in privacy mode (Page 170) or in registration mode (Page 172).
8.1 Confirming Camera Status 8 Camera Administration and Maintenance 8.1 Confirming Camera Status You can confirm various camera status information on the [Status] page such as: – Detailed camera information, including the firmware version number and MAC address – Detailed network information – Dynamic DNS status – UPnP™ status – The status of various protocols (such as FTP, HTTP, SMTP, etc.
8.2 Confirming Wireless Status (BL-C230 Only) 8.2 Confirming Wireless Status (BL-C230 Only) You can confirm various wireless information on the [Wireless Status] page such as: – The status of the wireless connection to the wireless router – The MAC address of the camera’s wireless module – The quality of the wireless communication between the camera and the wireless router The information displayed on this page can help you when the camera is not functioning in wireless mode as you expect it to.
8.3 Confirming Session Status 8.3 Confirming Session Status You can confirm various client session information on the [Session Status] page such as: – The number of active video (H.264, MPEG-4, and MJPEG) and audio sessions – Multicast session status 1. Click the [Maintenance] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Maintenance], click [Session Status]. 3. Confirm the desired information.
8.4 Confirming Alarm Logs 8.4 Confirming Alarm Logs The camera records log information each time the camera is triggered and each time the camera’s privacy feature is turned on and off. Up to 50 events are logged, and each event includes the date, time, and type (built-in sensor, external sensor 1, external sensor 2, motion detection, sound detection, or privacy mode on/ off). 1. Click the [Maintenance] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Maintenance], click [Alarm Log]. 3.
8.5 Restarting the Camera 8.5 Restarting the Camera You can restart the camera from the [Restart] page. Note • • • When the camera is restarted, all images buffered in the internal memory are deleted. When the camera is restarted, the alarm log content is deleted. The amount of time it takes for the BL-C210 and the BL-C230 to restart is different. 1. Click the [Maintenance] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Maintenance], click [Restart]. 3. Click [Restart].
8.6 Updating the Camera’s Firmware 8.6 Updating the Camera’s Firmware You can update the camera’s firmware from the [Update Firmware] page. 1. Download the latest firmware from the Panasonic Network Camera website (http://panasonic.net/pcc/support/netwkcam/) and save it on your PC. 2. Click the [Maintenance] tab. 3. On the left side of the screen under [Maintenance], click [Update Firmware]. 4. Click [Update Firmware]. The camera will automatically restart. 5.
8.7 Saving Settings in a Configuration File 8.7 Saving Settings in a Configuration File You can save a configuration file (i.e., a backup of the camera’s settings) on your PC and restore the settings later if desired (see Page 183). 1. Click the [Maintenance] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Maintenance], click [Save Settings]. 3. Click [Save]. A dialog prompts you to specify a location to save the configuration file. 4. Specify a location to save the file, then click [Save].
8.8 Restoring Settings from a Configuration File 8.8 Restoring Settings from a Configuration File If you have saved a configuration file (i.e., a backup of the camera’s settings) on your PC, you can restore the settings later. If you reset the camera to factory default, the camera can load its settings from the configuration file. 1. Click the [Maintenance] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Maintenance], click [Load Settings]. 3. Click [Browse...].
8.9 Resetting the Camera 8.9 Resetting the Camera You can reset all of the camera’s settings to their factory default settings. 1. Click the [Maintenance] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Maintenance], click [Reset to Factory Default]. 3. Click [Execute]. • The POWER indicator flashes orange, and then turns off for a few seconds. Note • • • • 184 Do not turn off the camera while the camera is being reset. When the lens finishes panning and tilting, it is safe to turn off the camera.
8.9 Resetting the Camera Resetting the camera using the FACTORY DEFAULT RESET button You can also reset all of the camera’s settings to their factory default settings by pressing the FACTORY DEFAULT RESET button for about one second with a pointed object.
9 The [Support] Tab The [Support] tab can be accessed by all users and provides access to the following pages. The [Help] page Displays basic help information. The [Wireless Help] page (BL-C230 only) Displays basic help information regarding wireless settings. The [Product Information] page Displays a link to the Panasonic Network Camera website (http://panasonic.net/pcc/ipcam/) where you can view product information.
10 Using IPv6 Your Panasonic Network Camera supports IPv6 (Internet Protocol Version 6). IPv6 is a next generation protocol and is expected to eventually replace IPv4, the current standard Internet protocol. As the Internet continues to expand and more and more IP-compatible devices are being introduced, the number of IP addresses supported by IPv4 is running out. While IPv4 supports just over 4 billion unique addresses, the number of addresses supported by IPv6 is virtually unlimited.
10.1 Configuring Your Router for IPv6 10.1 Configuring Your Router for IPv6 Refer to your Internet Service Provider and the operating instructions included with your router for information on configuring the router for IPv6. If outside access (WAN access) is disabled on the router, use the router’s packet filtering feature to allow the router to receive the desired TCP packets from the WAN side. See the Panasonic Network Camera website at http://panasonic.
10.2 Configuring Your PC for IPv6 10.2 Configuring Your PC for IPv6 IPv6 is supported by Windows Vista and Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later. If using Windows XP, use the procedure below to enable your PC for IPv6. 1. Click [Start]®[All Programs]®[Accessories]®[Command Prompt]. 2. When the [Command Prompt] is displayed, enter ipv6 install. When installation is complete, [Succeeded.] will be displayed. 3. Confirm that IPv6 was successfully enabled, enter ipconfig.
10.3 Configuring Your Camera for IPv6 10.3 Configuring Your Camera for IPv6 When the [Connection Mode] on the [Network (IPv6)] page is set to [Automatic Setup], an IPv6 address is automatically assigned to the camera. To assign a static IPv6 address, follow the procedure below. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. On the left side of the screen under [Basic], click [Network (IPv6)]. 3. Select the desired connection mode, then make the appropriate settings as described in this section.
10.3 Configuring Your Camera for IPv6 [Static] 1. Set the following parameters as desired. a. Under [Internet Connection], enter the port number to be assigned to the camera. • The default port number is 80, however, note that some ISPs do not allow access from the Internet b. c. d. e. using port 80. Ask your ISP or network administrator about which port numbers are available for access over the Internet. Enter the IP address to be assigned to the camera.
10.3 Configuring Your Camera for IPv6 – 640 ´ 480: 35 KB (280 Kbit) f. Under [Connection Type], select the appropriate connection type. • Normally you can leave this setting at [Auto Negotiation]. • This setting is effective for both IPv4 and IPv6 connections. 2. Click [Save]. 3. When the [New settings are saved.] message is displayed, click [Restart]. Note • 192 The current network settings can be confirmed on the [Status] page (see Page 176).
10.4 Accessing the Camera in IPv6 Mode 10.4 Accessing the Camera in IPv6 Mode You will need to know the following information to access the camera in IPv6 mode. For Internet Explorer 6 users: • The URL assigned to you by the domain name service or Dynamic DNS service you registered the camera to (e.g., ***.viewnetcam.com). • The port number of the camera, if it is not 80. • The user name and password required to access the camera, which were set during camera setup.
10.5 Allowing IPv6 Access from the Internet 10.5 Allowing IPv6 Access from the Internet You can configure the camera to allow or restrict IPv6 access from the Internet. 1. Click the [Internet] tab. 2. Under [Allow Access from the Internet (IPv6)], select [Yes] to allow IPv6 access to the camera from the Internet, or [No] to limit IPv6 access to the camera. • If [No] is selected, IPv6 access to the camera is only possible from an address of the same prefix as the camera’s IPv6 address.
11.1 Proxy Server Settings 11 PC Settings 11.1 Proxy Server Settings A proxy server is used to protect computers when connecting to the Internet. If your computer network uses a proxy server (many corporate networks do; most home networks do not) and you are accessing the camera from a PC connected to the same LAN as the camera, you may experience the following issues.
11.1 Proxy Server Settings 3. Click the [Connections] tab, then click [LAN Settings...].
11.1 Proxy Server Settings 4. If there is a check next to [Use a proxy server for your LAN], click [Advanced...]. • If there is no check next to [Use a proxy server for your LAN], click [Cancel]. You do not need to change any settings. 5. Enter the camera’s IP address in the field under [Do not use proxy server for addresses beginning with:]. 6. Click [OK].
11.2 Creating a Shortcut to the Camera 11.2 Creating a Shortcut to the Camera You can create a shortcut to the camera in your computer’s [My Network Places] folder ([Network] folder when using Windows Vista) that will be automatically updated even if the camera’s IP address changes. In order to use this feature, you must first enable the UPnP™ component of Windows using the following procedure.
11.3 Changing the Browser’s Temporary Internet Files Setting 11.3 Changing the Browser’s Temporary Internet Files Setting If old images are displayed when you access the camera, change the browser’s temporary Internet files setting using the following procedure. When using Internet Explorer 6 Start Internet Explorer®[Tools]®[Internet Options...]®[General] tab® Click [Settings...
11.4 About the MPEG-4 Viewer Program 11.4 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.
11.5 About the H.264 Viewer Program 11.5 About the H.264 Viewer Program The H.264 viewer program is an ActiveX Control that is used to play H.264 files within Internet Explorer. This software is installed automatically the first time you view H.264 videos. A software license for the H.264 decoder is included with the H.264 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 H.
12 Using the Setup Program The Setup Program, found on the included CD-ROM, can be used to: – Find cameras on the LAN and confirm information (IP address, firmware version, status, etc.) as needed (see Page 202). – Configure a camera’s network settings (see Page 202). – Update a camera’s firmware (see Page 203). – Save a configuration file of a camera’s settings to your PC (see Page 203). – Restore the settings saved in a configuration file on your PC (see Page 204).
– – – – – – 25: used for SMTP 53: used for DNS 110: used for POP3 443: used for HTTPS 4000: used for ICQ 6661–6667: used for IRC • If you are connecting multiple cameras and plan on using port forwarding to allow Internet access to the cameras, assign a different port number to each camera. We recommend using port numbers in the 50000–50050 range. 6. Select the desired connection mode, and enter the appropriate settings. See Page 113 for details about each setting.
3. Select the desired camera, enter the camera’s administrator user name and password when prompted, then click [OK]. 4. Click [Save Settings to PC]. 5. Specify a location to save the file, then click [Save]. 6. When [Settings were saved on the PC.] is displayed, click [OK]. Note • • • • Buffered images are not saved in the configuration file. The configuration file’s extension (.dat) must not be changed. If you change it, the saved settings cannot be restored. The configuration file is encrypted.
13.1 Cleaning the Camera 13 Technical Information 13.1 Cleaning the Camera For best performance, we recommend cleaning the camera periodically. Turn the camera off before cleaning it. Cleaning the main unit Clean the main unit with a dry and soft cloth. Note • • • Do not use alcohol, polishing powder, cleanser, benzine, thinner, wax, petroleum products, pesticides, glass cleaners, hair spray, or hot water when cleaning the camera, as they may cause a change in the shape or color of the camera.
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13.3 Internal Memory Capacity for Buffered Images 13.3 Internal Memory Capacity for Buffered Images The camera’s internal memory can buffer images according to the table below. Note • • All values are approximate. H.264 images cannot be buffered to the camera’s internal memory. JPEG images (videos and still images) Image Quality Resolution 640 ´ 480 320 ´ 240 192 ´ 144 Specification File Size No. of Images File Size No. of Images File Size No.
13.4 Information About Streaming Format 13.4 Information About Streaming Format The image refresh rate and resolution settings that are available to users are determined by the [Streaming Format] setting on the [Video Streaming] page (see 5.8 Changing Video Streaming Settings). Refer to the table below and set this parameter based on the refresh rate and resolution you wish to be available to camera users. [Streaming Format] Setting H.
13.5 Feature Limitations Based on Image Format 13.5 Feature Limitations Based on Image Format Certain features are limited based on the image format (H.264, MPEG-4, and MJPEG) as explained below. Image buffer and transfer Image Format H.
13.6 Comparing Color Night View and Software Color Night View 13.6 Comparing Color Night View and Software Color Night View When camera images are dark, there are two features you can use to brighten camera images: Color Night View (Page 142) and Software Color Night View (Page 41). The differences between these features are described below.
13.7 Default Setting List 13.7 Default Setting List Single Parameter Default Value Range Precise Off On, Off Pan/Tilt Range Pan: -41° – +41° Tilt: -32° – +10° Pan: -41° – +41° Tilt: -32° – +10° Preset 1.UpperLeft 2.UpperRight 3.LowerLeft 4.
13.7 Default Setting List Network (IPv4) Parameter Connection Mode Connection Mode Proxy Server Settings Address Port No. Default BL-C210A/ BL-C230A: DHCP BL-C210CE/ BL-C210E/ BL-C230CE/ BL-C230E: Automatic Setup Value Range Automatic Setup, Static, DHCP – 8080 – 1–65535 Login ID – – Password – – Network Configuration from Setup Program Network Configuration from Setup Program (Available for Static and DHCP connection only) Enable Enable, Disable Internet Connection Port No.
13.7 Default Setting List Network (IPv6) Parameter Default Value Range Connection Mode Connection Mode Automatic Setup Automatic Setup,Static Internet Connection Port No. (Available for Static connection only) 80 1–65535 IP Address (Available for Static connection only) – – Default Gateway Default Gateway (Available for Static connection only) – – DNS Primary Server Address – – Secondary Server Address – – Max. Bandwidth Usage Max. Bandwidth Usage (Mbps) Unlimited Unlimited, 0.
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13.7 Default Setting List Parameter Viewnetcam.
13.7 Default Setting List Camera Parameter Default AC Power Source Frequency Return to Specified Position Shutter Speed/Color Night View Value Range BL-C210A/ BL-C230A: 60 Hz BL-C210CE/ BL-C210E/ BL-C230CE/ BL-C230E: 50 Hz 50 Hz, 60 Hz Time Do not move Do not move, 10 s, 20 s, 30 s, 1 min, 5 min, 10 min, 30 min, 1 h Specified Position Home Position Home Position, Sensor, Alarm No.1, Alarm No.
13.7 Default Setting List Parameter Default Value Range Max. No. of HTTP Sessions (When [Streaming Format] is set to H.264/MJPEG) H.264 2 0–2 MJPEG 3 0–5 Max. No. of HTTPS Sessions (When [Streaming Format] is set to H.264/MJPEG) H.264 2 0–2 MJPEG 3 0–5 Max. No. of HTTP Sessions (When [Streaming Format] is set to MPEG-4/MJPEG) MPEG-4 3 0–4 MJPEG 5 0–10 Max. No. of HTTPS Sessions (When [Streaming Format] is set to MPEG-4/MJPEG) MPEG-4 2 0–2 MJPEG 3 0–5 H.264 Max.
13.7 Default Setting List Parameter Multicast (IPv4) Multicast (IPv6) Default Value Range Use Not checked – Address 231.244.244.241 – MPEG-4 Port No. 30000–30006 2000–65520 (must be an even number) H.264 Port No. 30040–30046 2000–65520 (must be an even number) Audio Port No. 30020 2000–65520 (must be an even number) Use Not checked – Address ff1e::0010 – MPEG-4 Port No. 30100–30106 2000–65520 (must be an even number) H.264 Port No.
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13.7 Default Setting List Parameter Default Value Range Lens Position When Triggered When triggered, Do not move Do not move, Home Position, Sensor, Alarm No.1, Alarm No. 2, Presets 1–8 BL-C230 only: External Output Control Time None None, 1 s, 3 s, 5 s, 10 s, 30 s, 1 min, 3 min, 5 min, 10 min, 30 min, When Recording Image Buffer Frequency (for timer triggers) Image Buffer Frequency No. 1: Buffer 5 images every 1 second No.
13.7 Default Setting List Parameter FTP Default Value Range – – Server IP Address or Host Name Port No.
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13.7 Default Setting List Parameter Active Time Notice setup of an alarm log Days All days checked Time PM12h 0min SMTP Server IP Address or Host Name Port No.
13.7 Default Setting List Parameter Multi-Camera Default Value Range Refresh Rate MJPEG H.264, MPEG-4, MJPEG, 3 s, 5 s, 10 s, 30 s, 60 s Image Resolution 320 ´ 240 320 ´ 240, 192 ´ 144 Image Quality (MJPEG or still images only) Standard Favor Clarity, Standard, Favor Motion Mobile Phone Image Resolution 192 ´ 144 320 ´ 240, 192 ´ 144 Overlay Setting Date and Time Not checked Date Format BL-C210A/ BL-C230A: MMM.
13.7 Default Setting List Operation Time Parameter Default Enable Not checked Days All days checked Operation Time Always Value Range Enable, Disable – Always, specified time External Output (BL-C230 Only) Default Parameter External Device Control Output Open Button name modification Open Short Value Range Open, Short to GND – Indicator Control Default Value Range POWER Indicator Turn indicator on when camera is on. Turn indicator on when camera is on.
13.7 Default Setting List Internet Parameter Default Value Range Auto Port Forwarding (IPv4) Disable Enable, Disable Viewnetcam.com Registration Do not register with Viewnetcam.com Register with Viewnetcam.com, Do not register with Viewnetcam.
13.7 Default Setting List * Settings are stored on the computer, and are therefore not reset to their default values when the camera is reset. MPEG-4 Options Parameter Default Value Range Image Display Method Auto Auto, DirectX Graphics, DirectDraw, GDI Software Color Night View Not use Not use, Use * Settings are stored on the computer, and are therefore not reset to their default values when the camera is reset. H.
13.8 Specifications 13.8 Specifications Camera Specifications Items Specifications Zoom 3´ (by length) ActiveX zoom Pan/Tilt Angle Pan: -41 ° to +41 °, Tilt: -32 ° to +10 ° Image Sensor 1/4 inch CMOS sensor, 320,000 pixels Illuminance 5–10,000 lx (3–10,000 lx when in Color Night View mode) White Balance Auto/Manual/Hold Lens Brightness 9 levels Focus Fixed, 0.3 m–Infinity Minimum Object Distance 0.3 m (1 foot) Aperture (F No.) F2.
13.8 Specifications Items 230 Specifications Frame Rate*2 Max.
13.8 Specifications Items Specifications Operating Temperature Operation: +0 °C (+32 °F) to +40 °C (+104 °F) Storage: -10 °C (+14 °F) to +50 °C (+122 °F) Operating Humidity Operation: 20 %–80 % (no condensation) Storage: 20 %–90 % (no condensation) Wireless Specifications (BL-C230 Only) Specifications Items *1 *2 Communication Standard IEEE 802.11b, 802.11b/g, 802.11g exclusive Data Transfer Mode IEEE 802.11b: Direct Sequence Spectrum Spread (DS-SS) IEEE 802.
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