Installation Guide Included Installation Instructions Network Camera Model No. WV-SW559/WV-SW558 (This illustration represents WV-SW559.) Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. The model number is abbreviated in some descriptions in this manual. This document is the Installation Guide for use in other countries except Japan.
WARNING: • To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the floor/wall/ceiling in accordance with the installation instructions. • The installation shall be carried out in accordance with all applicable installation rules. • The connections should comply with local electrical code. For Canada CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A) NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Contents Important safety instructions......................................................................................................... 4 Limitation of liability ....................................................................................................................... 5 Disclaimer of warranty ................................................................................................................... 5 Preface .......................................................................
Important safety instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Clean only with dry cloth. 6) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 7) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 8) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
Limitation of liability THIS PUBLICATION IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THE THIRD PARTY'S RIGHT. THIS PUBLICATION COULD INCLUDE TECHNICAL INACCURACIES OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. CHANGES ARE ADDED TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN, AT ANY TIME, FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS OF THIS PUBLICATION AND/OR THE CORRESPONDING PRODUCT (S).
Preface The network camera WV-SW559/WV-SW558 is designed to operate using a PC on a network (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX), and can be installed under eaves (sheltered outdoor). By connecting to a network (LAN) or the Internet, images and audio from the camera can be monitored on a PC via a network. Note: • It is necessary to configure the network settings of the PC and its network environment to monitor images from the camera on the PC. It is also necessary to install a web browser on the PC.
About the user manuals There are 2 sets of operating instructions for the WV-SW559, WV-SW558 as follows. • Installation Guide: Explains how to install and connect devices. • Operating Instructions (included in the CD-ROM): Explains how to perform the settings and how to operate this camera. Adobe® Reader® is required to read these operating instructions on the provided CD-ROM. When the Adobe Reader is not installed on the PC, download the latest Adobe Reader from the Adobe web site and install it.
IMPORTANT: • When using a PC that does not meet the above requirements, displaying of images may become slower or the web browser may become inoperable. • Audio may not be heard if a sound card is not installed on a PC. Audio may be interrupted depending on the network environment. • Microsoft Windows 7 Starter, Microsoft Windows Vista Starter and Microsoft Windows XP Professional 64-bit Edition are not supported. • When using IPv6 for communication, use Microsoft Windows 7 or Microsoft Windows Vista.
Copyright Distributing, copying, disassembling, reverse compiling and reverse engineering of the software provided with this product are all expressly prohibited. In addition, exporting any software provided with this product violating export laws is prohibited. Network security As you will use this unit connected to a network, your attention is called to the following security risks.
Precautions Refer installation work to the dealer. Installation work requires technique and experiences. Failure to observe this may cause fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to this product. Be sure to consult the dealer. Stop the operation immediately when something is wrong with this product.
Do not rub the edges of metal parts with your hand. Failure to observe this may cause injury. Do not touch this product, the power cord or the connected cables during thunder. (even in the process of work) Failure to observe this may cause electric shock. Keep SDXC/SDHC/SD memory cards (option) away from infants and children. Otherwise, they may swallow the cards by mistake. In this case, consult a doctor immediately. Do not damage the power cable.
About SD memory card • Before removing the SD memory card, make sure to select “Not use” for “SD memory card” on the [SD memory card] tab of “Basic” page on the setup menu first. (☞ Operating Instructions (included in the CD-ROM)) Refer to page 23 for descriptions of how to insert/remove an SD memory card. • When using a SD memory card, format it using this product. Recorded data on the SD memory card will be deleted when formatted.
Precautions for installation Panasonic assumes no responsibility for injuries or property damage resulting from failures arising out of improper installation or operation inconsistent with this documentation. This product is designed to be installed under eaves. Install the product under eaves to avoid direct sunlight. Installing place Contact your dealer for assistance if you are unsure of an appropriate place in your particular environment.
Do not remove or loosen the screws on the rear of this product. If the screws (7 pcs.) are loosened, water exposure may cause damage or malfunction of the product, or dropping may result in injury. PoE (Power over Ethernet) Use a PoE hub/device that is compliant with IEEE802.3af standard. Router When connecting this product to the Internet, use a broadband router with the port forwarding function (NAT, IP masquerade).
Major operating controls Dome cover Camera attachment (accessory) Enclosure FRON T P TO Mount bracket (accessory) Base cover (accessory) Cap for the female thread for the conduit Focus ring Zoom lock knob Inner dome Tilting table Azimuth adjustment ring Tilting lock screw (x2) Network cable RJ-45 (female) Alarm input/output cable Power cable (12 V DC) Microphone/line input cable (white) Audio output cable (black) SW559 SW559 15
Panning lock screw Panning table SD memory card slot SW559 Auto focus (AF) button/ Extra optical zoom button < W V-SW558> Monitor out connector for adjustment Initial set button SD memory card error indicator SW559 Auto focus indicator (blinks when adjusting auto focus) / Access indicator (blinks when accessing) Link indicator (lit when linking) About the [INITIAL SET] button After turning off the power of the camera, turn on the power of the camera while holding down this button, and wai
Preparations When installing the camera on a wall or a ceiling, there are two methods as specified below. • Using a two-gang junction box • Use the supplied mount bracket IMPORTANT: • Procure 4 screws (M4) to secure the camera attachment (accessory) or the mount bracket (accessory) to a wall or a ceiling according to the material of the installation area. Do not use wood screws and nails. For mounting a camera on a concrete ceiling, use an anchor bolt (for M4) or an AY plug bolt (M4) for securing.
Using a two-gang junction box • Secure the camera attachment (accessory) to the two-gang junction box built in a wall or ceiling using the fixing screws (accessory). [Mounting hole pattern] 46 mm {1-13/16 inches} 83.5 mm {3-9/32 inches} Two-gang junction box TOP FR T ONT OP T ON FR Camera attachment (accessory) Fixing screws (accessory) Note: • For wall mounting: The camera attachment (accessory) shall be mounted with "TOP" facing upward.
Using the mount bracket (accessory) Note: • When the camera is mounted on the wall or ceiling with a hole for cable running, or the camera is mounted using open wiring, the mount bracket is used. IMPORTANT: • If open wiring is conducted, be sure to use conduits and run the cables inside the tubes to protect the cables from direct sunlight. • Installation work shall be such that there is no exposure to water into the architecture through the conduits having been joined.
x Determine the direction of the mount bracket according to the installation environment (how the cables are wired, etc.) before mounting it to a wall or ceiling. The direction of the camera in relation to the mount bracket is the 4 directions as shown in illustration. Note: • The camera's direction is determined by the direction of the The direction of camera attachment (accessory) mounted to the mount the camera (4 directions) bracket c.
Align the direction of the conduit to the direction of female thread for the conduit on the mount bracket, and mount the mount bracket to hole A or hole B on the wall or ceiling. [For use of the hole A] Conduit Mount bracket (accessory) Female thread for conduit Fixing screws (locally procured) Note: • Only the same type of holes, A or B, shall be used for mounting.
c In the direction determined in x, fix the camera attachment (accessory) on the mount bracket using the fixing screws. Recommended tightening torque: 0.78 N·m {0.58 lbf·ft} TO P T ON FR Camera attachment (accessory) Fixing screws (accessory) Note: • For wall mounting: The camera attachment (accessory) shall be mounted with "TOP" facing upward.
Insert/remove a SD memory card (WV-SW559 Only) IMPORTANT: • When inserting a SD memory card, make sure the direction. • Before removing the SD memory card, make sure to select “Not use” for “SD memory card” on the [SD memory card] tab of the “Basic” page on the setup menu first. (☞ Operating Instructions (included in the CD-ROM)) z Detach the enclosure. (☞ Page 32) x Insert a SD memory card fully into the SD memory card slot until a click is heard. Label side c Attach the enclosure to the camera.
Connection Caution: • ONLY CONNECT 12 V DC CLASS 2 POWER SUPPLY (UL 1310/CSA 223) or LIMITED POWER SOURCE (IEC/EN/UL/CSA 60950-1). Before starting the connection, turn off the power of this camera and the devices to be connected. Check and prepare the required devices and cables for connection. Note: • When using the mount bracket (accessory), it is possible to connect the cables after mounting the camera onto the mount bracket. • Refer to page 19 when connecting the conduit.
x Connect an external amplifier-embedded speaker to the audio output cable (for use of the audio transmission function). SW559 Connect a stereo mini plug (ø3.5 mm) (Audio output is monaural.). • Recommended cable length: Less than 10 m {32.8 ft} c Connect the alarm input/output cable.
IMPORTANT: • Input and output of the EXT I/O terminal 2 and 3 can be switched by configuring the setting. "Off" is selected by default. It is possible to determine whether or not to receive input from EXT I/O terminal 2 and 3 (ALARM IN2, 3) by selecting "Off", "Alarm input", "Alarm output" or "AUX output" for "Terminal 2" or "Terminal 3" on the [Alarm] tab on the "Alarm" page. Refer to the Operating Instructions (included in the CD-ROM) for further information.
Waterproof treatment for the cable joint sections Adequate waterproof treatment is required for the cables when installing the camera with cables exposed or installing it under the eaves. The camera body is waterproof, but the cable ends are not waterproof. Be sure to use the supplied waterproof tape at the points where the cables are connected to apply waterproof treatment in the following procedure.
Connection example when connecting to a network using a PoE hub Powered speaker (option) SW559 Video monitor (for adjustment use only) PoE device (hub) LAN cable (category 5 or better, straight, STP*) Microphone (option) SW559 LAN cable (category 5 or better, straight, STP*) PC Powered speaker (option) SW559 LAN cable (category 5 or better, straight, STP*) Microphone (option) SW559 Video monitor (for adjustment use only) LAN cable (category 5 or better, straight, STP*) * For Europe
Installation z Mount the camera. q Connect each cable. (☞ Page 24) Waterproof the connecting portion. (☞ Page 27) w Align the "OPEN" on the camera with the projection of the camera attachment (accessory). e Engage the camera attachment fixing screws on the rear of the camera in the camera mounting holes of the camera attachment (accessory) and rotate the camera in the arrow direction to secure the camera attachment (accessory) and camera.
q Attach the camera onto the camera attachment (accessory) while aligning the "OPEN" mark of the camera with the projection of the camera attachment (accessory). LOCK OPEN Projection LOCK OPEN IMPORTANT: • When mounting the camera body, cables shall be run between the camera attachment (accessory) and mount bracket as indicated by the arrows in the illustration. * Cable running as indicated by the arrows in the illustration is an example.
w Engage the camera attachment fixing screws of the camera with the screw hole of the camera attachment (accessory) and rotate the camera in the direction of the arrow to secure the camera to the camera attachment (accessory). Rotate the camera until a click is heard so that the projection of the camera attachment (accessory) will be set to the "LOCK" position. LOCK OPEN Projection LOCK OPEN e Connect the cables on the side of the mount bracket. (☞ Page 24) Waterproof the connecting portion.
t Attach the base cover (accessory) that was removed according the steps in page 19. Base cover (accessory) y Use the bit for tamperproof screw (accessory) to tighten the fixing screws provided on both sides of the base cover (accessory). (Recommended tightening torque: 0.78 N·m {0.58 lbf·ft}) x Detach the enclosure from the main body by loosening the three fixing screws. Loosen the three fixing screws by using the bit for tamperproof screw (accessory).
c Secure the camera to the mount bracket with the camera fixing screw (red, 1 position). The illustration is an example of using the mount bracket (accessory). IMPORTANT: • Be sure to tighten the camera fixing screw. Failure to observe this may cause camera trouble due to water leakage or camera falling. (Recommended tightening torque: 0.78 N·m {0.
Adjustment z Adjust the camera angle. When determining the camera angle, repeat fine adjustments by gradually moving the panning table, tilting table, and azimuth adjustment ring. Horizontal position (Panning) Loosen the panning lock screw, rotate the panning table to adjust the pan direction. (Adjustable range: 340 °) Panning is possible within the range of 180 ° (when panning clockwise) and 160 ° (when panning counterclockwise). After adjustment, tighten the panning lock screw to fix the panning table.
Horizontal: 24.20° (TELE) to 86.60° (WIDE) After adjustment, tighten the tilting lock screws (x2) to fix the tilting table. (Recommended tightening torque: 0.59 N·m {0.44 lbf·ft}) Note: • When the tilting table is turned to the edge of the adjustable range (±75°), it must be noted that the shadow of the enclosure may be projected. • When the camera is installed to a wall, the image is reversed in the default settings.
x Adjust the angular field of view and the focus. Adjust the angular field of view in accordance with the distance between the camera lens and a photographic subject. These adjustments shall be performed together with the camera angle adjustment. Auto focus (AF) button/ Extra optical zoom button Zoom lock knob Loosen Tighten Focus ring * Do not move the focus ring. q Loosen the zoom lock knob and move the knob between TELE and WIDE to obtain the appropriate angle of view.
IMPORTANT: • Do not move the focus ring. • Defocus may be caused by the reinstalled enclosure. In this case, perform the auto focus function from the setup menu. • After performing basic adjustments, make sure to press the auto focus (AF) button once to perform detailed adjustments. Note: • If the zoom lock knob is fully turned in the "W" direction, the periphery may become dark. In such a case, turn the zoom lock knob in the "T" direction for readjustment.
c Attach the enclosure to the camera. Attach the cutout part of the main unit to the grooved part of the enclosure. Groove for mounting Cutout for mounting IMPORTANT: • Securely tighten all the fixing screws (x3) of enclosure. Otherwise, water exposure may cause damage or malfunction of camera, or camera dropping may result in injury. (Recommended tightening torque: 0.78 N·m {0.58 lbf·ft}) • Remove the protection sheet from the outside of the dome.
Configure the network settings Configuring the camera so that it can be accessed from a PC The following are descriptions for when the camera with default settings is configured. If you are using firewall software on your PC, the Setup Program may not be able to find any cameras on your network. Configure the setting of the camera after temporarily invalidating the firewall software.
c Select the camera you want to configure, and click [Access Camera]. Note: • When cameras are displayed in [Panasonic IP Setting] screen, click the camera with same MAC address as the MAC address printed on the camera that you want to configure. v If the installation screen of the viewer software “Network Camera View 4S” is displayed, follow the instructions of the wizard to start the installation. (The viewer software is installed from the camera.) • The “Live” page will be displayed.
Troubleshooting Before asking for repairs, check the symptoms with the following table. Contact your dealer if a problem cannot be solved even after checking and trying the solution in the table or a problem is not described below. Symptom Cause/solution Reference pages When using DC power supply • Is DC 12 V power supply connected to the 2P power supply cable? Check whether the connection is appropriately established.
Specifications • Basic Power source: Power consumption: Ambient operating temperature: Ambient operating humidity: Waterproof: Shock resistance: Monitor output (for adjusting the angular field of view): EXT I/O terminal cable: 12 V DC, PoE (IEEE802.3af compliant) SW559 12 V DC: 850 mA, PoE 48 V: 180 mA (Class 0 devices) SW558 12 V DC: 830 mA, PoE 48 V: 175 mA (Class 0 devices) * ONLY CONNECT 12 V DC CLASS 2 POWER SUPPLY (UL 1310/CSA 223) or LIMITED POWER SOURCE (IEC/EN/UL/ CSA 60950-1).
• Camera Image sensor: Effective pixels: Scanning area: Scanning system: Minimum illumination SW559 Minimum illumination SW558 Super-Dynamic: Dynamic range: Gain (AGC): Adaptive black stretch: Light control mode setting: Shutter speed: Auto slow shutter: Day & Night (IR) SW559 : Day & Night (electrical) SW558 White balance: Digital noise reduction: Video analytics Face detection*1: Privacy zone: VIQS: Camera title on screen: Video motion detection (VMD alarm): 1/3-type MOS image sensor Approx. 3.
• Lens Zoom ratio: Focal length: Maximum aperture ratio: Angular field of view: Adjusting angle: • Network Network: Resolution: Image compression method*1: Transmission interval: 44 3.6x Extra optical zoom: 10.8x (Imaging mode: 2 megapixel, under 640x360 resolution) 2.8 mm - 10 mm 1:1.3 (WIDE) - 1:3.0 (TELE) ■ Image capture mode: 2 mega pixel [16:9], 1.3 mega pixel [16:9] Horizontal: 24.20° (TELE) – 86.60° (WIDE) Vertical: 13.50° (TELE) – 47.
Transmission the image cut out: 2 megapixel [16:9] H.264 640x360/ 320x180 max.30 fps MJPEG 640x360/ 320x180 max.30 fps 1.3 megapixel [16:9] H.264 640x360/ 320x180 max.30 fps MJPEG 640x360/ 320x180 max.30 fps Audio compression method SW559 Bandwidth control: Protocol: OS*2 *3: Browser: Maximum concurrent access number: FTP client: Multi-screen: Compatible SDXC/SDHC/ SD memory card (option) SW559 Cellular phone compatibility: Mobile terminal compatibility: (As of October, 2013)*4 1.
Standard accessories Installation Guide (this document) ......................................................1 set Warranty card ...................................................................................1 set CD-ROM*1 ........................................................................................1 pc. Code label*2 ......................................................................................1 pc. The following parts are used during installation procedures. 4P alarm cable .........
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