Panasonic WV-SF438 Installation Guide

Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.The model number is

10PrecautionsRefer installation work to the dealer. Installation work requires technique and experi-ences. Failure to observe this may cause fire, ele

11Keep SDXC/SDHC/SD memory cards (option) away from infants and children.Otherwise, they may swallow the cards by mistake.In this case, consult a doct

12About SD memory card • BeforeremovingtheSDmemorycardfromthe camera, it is necessary to select “Not use” for “SD memory card” fi

13Precautions for InstallationPanasonic assumes no responsibility for injuries or property damage resulting from fail-ures arising out of improper ins

14Screw tightening • The screws and bolts must be tightenedwith an appropriate tightening torque according to the material and strength of th

Major operating controlsAbout the [INITIAL SET] buttonAfter turning off the power of the camera, turn on the power of the camera while holding down th

16<Inside view of the sub cover (with sub cover removed)><Rear view>Camera attachment fixing screwsWire lug fixing screw holeCamera mount

17PreparationsWhen installing the camera, there are 4 methods as specified below.  • Usingthetwo-gangjunctionbox(☞ pages 18 and 19) • Install

18Using the side cable access holeWhen installing the camera directly on the ceiling or wall with cables exposed, cut out a portion of the enclosure t

19Note: • The direction of “gTOP” on the camera attachment (accessory) determines the upwards direc-tion of the image on the PC monitor. • For cei

2The model number and serial number of this product may be found on the surface of the unit.You should note the model number and serial number of this

20Using the optional ceiling mount bracket WV-Q105 (E models only)When using the optional ceiling mount bracket to mount the camera, first place the i

21Using the camera mount bracket (locally procured)When using the camera mount bracket (locally procured) to mount the camera, assemble the cam-era mo

22IMPORTANT: • WheninsertinganSDmemorycard,makesurethedirection. • Before removing the SD memory card, select “Not use” for “S

23ConnectionBefore starting the connection, turn off the power of this camera and the devices to be connected. Check and prepare the required devices

24IMPORTANT:•Connect/disconnect the audio cables and turn on the power of the camera after turning off the power of the audio output devices. Other

25v Connect the cables of external devices to the External I/O terminal plug (accessory). q When connecting an external device, remove 8 mm - 9 mm

26IMPORTANT: • Donotconnect2wiresormoredirectlytoaterminal.Whenitisnecessarytoconnect2wires or more, split the wire and connect th

27IMPORTANT: • Besuretousethepowercordplugprovidedwiththisproduct. • Besuretofullyinsertthepowercordplug(accessory)intothe

28InstallationCamera mountingMount the camera with the camera attachment (accessary)Installation shall be conducted after turning off each device. zDe

29vEngage the camera attachment fixing screws in the rear of the camera with the camera mounting holes of the camera attachment (accessory) and rotate

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30nAttach the sub cover. (The illustration is an example of using a two-gang junction box.)Hook the hooks in order from q, w, then e, and then attach

31Mount the camera to the camera mount bracket (locally procured)Installation shall be conducted after turning off each device.IMPORTANT: • When usi

32n Mount the camera to the camera mount bracket. Refer to the operating instructions of the camera mount bracket (locally procured) for informa-tion

33Configure the network settingsConfiguring the camera so that it can be accessed from a PCThe following are descriptions for when the camera with def

34c Select the camera you want to configure, and click [Access Camera].Note: •When cameras are displayed in [IP Setting Software] screen, click th

35TroubleshootingBefore asking for repairs, check the symptoms with the following table. Contact your dealer if a problem cannot be solved even after

36Specifications• BasicPower source: 12 V DC, PoE (IEEE802.3af compliant)Power consumption: 12 V DC*: 540 mA/ 6.5 WPoE 48 V: 125 mA/ 6.0 W (Class 2 de

37ELC(Maximum exposure time):•WithSuperDynamicOnELC (1/30 s)•WithSuperDynamicOffELC (1/30 s), ELC (3/100 s), ELC (3/120 s),ELC (2/100 s), ELC

38• NetworkNetwork: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, RJ-45 connectorResolution: 2MPanorama[16:9]/2MDoublePanorama[16:9]:H.264(1)H.264(2)JPEG1920x1080/640x36

39Bandwidth control: Unlimited/ 64 kbps/ 128 kbps/ 256 kbps/ 384 kbps/ 512 kbps/ 768 kbps/ 1024 kbps/ 2048 kbps/ 4096 kbps/ 8192 kbpsProtocol: IPv6:

4Important safety instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5)

40Standard accessoriesOptional accessoriesInstallation Guide (this document) ... 1 pc.Warranty card (P mod

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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used BatteriesThese symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying docu

Limitation of liabilityTHIS PUBLICATION IS PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE

6The network cameras WV-SF438/WV-SF438E are designed to operate using a PC on a network (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX).By connecting to a network (LAN) or the

7About the user manualsThere are 2 sets of operating instructions for the WV-SF438 (P model), WV-SF438E (E model) as follows. • InstallationGuide:

8Note: • For further information about PC system requirements and precautions for when usingMicrosoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Vista

9Network securityAs you will use this unit connected to a network, your attention is called to the following security risks. q Leakage or theft of i