Panasonic BB HCM580A_BB HCM581A Installation Guide

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Installation Guide
Network Camera 
This manual is written for both the BB-HCM580A (AC Adaptor Type) and the BB-HCM581A (PoE Ready). Available features and operations vary slightly 
depending on the model. You can confirm the model no. of your camera by checking the model no. printed on the front of the camera.
Please read the included Important Information before proceeding.
Complete Operating Instructions and all other documentation can be found on the included CD-ROM.
Model No.BB-HCM580A(AC Adaptor Type)
BB-HCM581A(PoE Ready)
Indoor Use Only
Installation Procedure Overview
The following is an overview of the steps required to install and setup the camera. All steps are explained in this document unless otherwise noted.
Preparation
1.Confirm the following items are included in the camera’s packaging.
• Additional pieces can be ordered by calling 1-800-332-5368.
2.You will need the following additional items to install and configure the camera.
Option for BB-HCM581A
You can also connect the camera using the optional Panasonic BB-HCA3A AC Adaptor. The BB-HCA3A includes the following items.Preparation
Confirm that you have all the 
items required for 
installation.
Camera Diagram
Make sure you know the 
names of the camera’s 
physical features.
Connections
Connecting the camera to 
your network and to the power 
outlet.
Setup
Setting up the camera (described in the included 
Setup Guide). This involves configuring the camera 
so that it can be accessed from a PC.
Mounting
Mounting or placing the 
camera.
Main Unit (1 pc.) Washer S (1 pc.)
Order No. XWG26D12VW
Used when securing the safety 
wire to the camera.Washer L (1 pc.)
Order No. XWG4F16VW
Used when securing the safety 
wire to the ceiling.
Screw A (2 pcs.) 
Order No. XYN3+J6FJ
Used to secure ceiling plate A to 
ceiling plate B.Screw B (5 pcs.)
Order No. XTB4+20AFJ
Used to secure ceiling plate B (4 
pcs.) and the safety wire (1 pc.) to 
the ceiling.Screw C (1 pc.)
Order No. PQHV2610PJ65
Used for connecting the safety 
wire to the camera.
Ceiling Mounting Cover (1 pc.)
Order No. PSKL1023Y2
Used when mounting the camera 
on a ceiling.Ceiling Plate A (1 pc.)
Order No. PQZMHCM581A
Used to secure the camera to 
ceiling plate B.Ceiling Plate B (1 pc.)
Order No. PQMD10110Z
Used to secure the camera to the 
ceiling.
AC Adaptor (1 pc.)
[BB-HCM580A Only]
Order No. PQLV202U
Cord Length: About 3 m
(9 feet 10 inches)AC Cord (1 pc.)
[BB-HCM580A Only]
Order No. PSJA1069Z
Cord Length: About 1.8 m
(5 feet 11 inches)Audio/Video Cord (1 pc.)
[BB-HCM581A Only]
Order No. PSJA1103Y
Safety Wire (1 pc.)
Order No. PQME10080Z
Used to secure the camera when 
mounting it.Important Information (1 pc.)
Installation Guide 
(this document) (1 pc.)
Setup Guide (1 pc.)Setup CD-ROM (1 pc.)
Order No. PNQC1048Z
Contains the Setup Program needed to 
configure the camera, as well as the 
camera’s documentation.*
*See the included Important Information 
for a description of each document.
– a PC (see the system requirements in the Important Information document) – a LAN cable (CAT-5 straight cable)
–a router
AC Adaptor (1 pc.)
Cord Length: About 3 m (9 feet 10 inches)AC Cord (1 pc.)
Cord Length: About 1.8 m (5 feet 11 inches)
© Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd. 2007
PQQX15933XA   KK0207CM3020
Please read this document before using the product, and save this document for future 
reference. Panasonic Network Camera Website: http://panasonic.net/pcc/ipcam/
• This document (Installation Guide) explains how to physically connect the 
camera to the power supply and network, as well how to mount or place the 
camera for regular use.
•The Setup Guide describes how to set up the camera so that it can be 
accessed using a PC.• Refer to the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM for details regarding 
the camera’s features.
• Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide on the CD-ROM if you have any 
problems configuring or using the camera.
Abbreviations
• UPnP is the abbreviation for “Universal Plug and Play”. 
• The Network Camera is referred to as “the camera” in this document.• The Setup CD-ROM is referred to as “the CD-ROM” in this document. 
						

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Camera Diagram
Connections
Before proceeding, confirm that your PC is connected to your router and can access the Internet. Also confirm that your router’s UPnP™ feature is enabled. (Most 
routers have UPnP™ turned off by default.) Refer to the operating instructions included with your router or to the Panasonic Network Camera website 
(http://panasonic.net/pcc/ipcam/) for more information.
Follow these instructions when connecting a BB-HCM580A, or when connecting a BB-HCM581A using the optional BB-HCA3A AC Adaptor. Connect the camera 
to your router and the power outlet as described below.
Connect the camera to your PoE hub using a LAN cable (Cat-5 straight cable) as described below.
Front View Bottom View Rear View
A
BLens
Indicator*1C
D
E
F
G
H
IFACTORY DEFAULT RESET 
button
LAN port
DC IN jack
External I/O interface
BB-HCM580A: Video terminal
BB-HCM581A: Audio/video 
terminal
Ceiling plate A hole
Serial number and MAC address 
labelJ
KSD memory card cover
FUNCTION button/indicator
*1 See 1.1 Understanding the Camera Indicator in the Troubleshooting Guide on the CD-ROM for indicator meaning.
When connecting the camera using the AC Adaptor
•BB-HCM580A only: Use only the included Panasonic AC 
adaptor (order no. PQLV202U) and AC cord (order no. 
PSJA1069Z).
•BB-HCM581A only: If using an AC adaptor, use only the 
optional Panasonic AC adaptor BB-HCA3A.
1Connect the LAN cable to the camera and the router.
2Connect the AC adaptor cord to the DC IN jack.
3Connect the AC cord to the AC adaptor, then plug the AC 
cord into the power outlet.
• The lens will pan and tilt when the camera is turned on.
• Confirm that the indicator lights green after about 1 
minute. If the indicator does not light green, see 1.2 
Camera Indicator Issues in the Troubleshooting Guide 
on the CD-ROM.
• When you operate the camera, the power outlet should 
be near the camera and easily accessible.
• When the lens pans or tilts, a sound can be heard from 
the camera. This is normal.
When connecting the camera using PoE (Power over Ethernet) (BB-HCM581A Only) 
1Connect a LAN cable to the camera and to the PoE hub.
• Your PoE hub must be connected to the router. Refer to the operating 
instructions included with the PoE hub for connection instructions.
• The lens will pan and tilt when the camera is turned on.
2Connect a LAN cable to a LAN port of the PoE hub and to a LAN port of the 
router.
• Confirm that the indicator lights green after about 1 minute. If the 
indicator does not light green, see 1.2 Camera Indicator Issues in the 
Troubleshooting Guide on the CD-ROM.
• When the lens pans or tilts, a sound can be heard from the camera. This 
is normal.
• Use a 4-pair UTP/STP cable.
• Do not use a relay connector or a hub between the camera and the PoE 
hub. These devices may disturb the data or electricity transmission.
• If the PoE hub has indicators, the indicator lights as shown in the table 
below.
Indicator Description
LINK
Turns on when the data is transmitted from the camera.
PoETurns on when the electricity is supplied to the camera.
• If the PoE hub is turned off or power supply is temporarily cut off by the 
disconnection of the LAN cable, it may take time for the PoE hub’s 
indicators to light.
• The indicator display differs depending on manufacturers, refer to the 
manuals of the PoE hub.
After the camera’s indicator turns green, you may set up the camera. Continue by following the procedure described in the 
included Setup Guide.
• If the indicator does not turn green, see 1.2 Camera Indicator Issues in the Troubleshooting Guide on the included CD-ROM.
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
To the 
power 
outletLAN cable
(Cat-5 straight cable)
Router
PC AC adaptor AC cord
Modem
Internet
Green
PoE hub PoE indicator
LINK indicatorTo the power 
supply
PC Modem
Internet LAN cable
(Cat-5 straight cable)
Router
Green 
						

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The camera’s external I/O interface allows you to connect 2 devices (such as sensors, motion detectors, etc.) that can be used to trigger the camera’s image 
buffering and transferring features (see Section 2 Using Triggers to Buffer and Transfer Images in the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM).
The external I/O interface has 6 terminals.
You can connect a TV or other video device (NTSC or PAL format) to the camera to monitor or record camera images. Connect the video device as shown below.
You can connect an external microphone and external speaker to the camera to use the Listen and Talk features, respectively. For information about these 
features, see 1.2.10 Audio Features in the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM. You can also connect a TV or other video device (NTSC or PAL format) to the 
camera to monitor or record camera images. Connect the devices as shown below.
Read the following information after setting up the camera according to the procedure described in the Setup Guide.
Connecting External Sensors
Circuit Diagram Example
Caution
• The external I/O interface is not capable of connecting directly to devices 
that require large amounts of current. In some cases, a custom interface 
circuit (customer-provided) may have to be used. Serious damage to the 
camera may result if a device that exceeds its electrical capability is 
connected to the external I/O interface.
• Low voltage/current circuits and high voltage/current circuits are used in 
the camera circuit. All wiring should be performed by a qualified 
electrician. Incorrect wiring could damage the camera and cause a fatal 
electric shock.
• External devices connected to the camera’s output terminals cannot be 
controlled in the event of a network error or failure. Keep this in mind when 
connecting door locks, heat-emitting devices, or other devices that may 
be dangerous if they cannot be controlled.
Terminal Description
GGND terminal.
1External sensor input 1. The camera can be triggered by either an open 
circuit or a GND short-circuit.
GGND terminal.
2External sensor input 2. The camera can be triggered by either an open 
circuit or a GND short-circuit.
3External device control output. Allows you to control an external device 
using the output buttons in the camera’s operation bar (for example, 
turning a light on or off).
• This terminal’s behavior can be changed (see 7.4 Controlling the 
External Output Terminal in the Operating Instructions on the CD-
ROM).
• This terminal is an open collector circuit. The maximum drawing 
current is the same as terminal 4. Do not exceed the voltage of the 
terminal 4.
4DC power output terminal.
• 10.5–13 V DC
• Maximum load drive is 100 mA.
Note
• Do not push strongly on the external I/O interface with the pointed object. The 
external I/O interface may get stuck into the unit, and you may not be able to 
use it. 
Connecting a Video Device (BB-HCM580A Only)
Connecting Audio/video Devices (BB-HCM581A Only)
Note
• Analog video output is disabled by default. See 7.5 Controlling the Analog 
Video Output Signal in the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM for more 
information.
• If you use an external microphone, excessive cable length or a poor quality 
cable can cause degradation in audio quality.
• The microphone cable should be no longer than 7 m (23 feet).
• Use a speaker with a built-in amplifier. The speaker connects to the camera with a 
stereo audio cable similar to that used by your PC. The output signal is mono.
• Make sure the camera and speaker are turned off when connecting or 
disconnecting the speaker cable, otherwise noise may be heard from the 
speaker.
• The external microphone input does not correspond to a line level. Audio may 
be distorted when the line level is input. Audio distortion will be solved if you 
insert the following circuits. Under no circumstance should high-level audio, 
such as from a speaker, be connected to this input terminal. Doing so is likely 
to damage the camera.
External I/O interface
Light
Door Sensor 1 (Alarm 1) Door Sensor 2 (Alarm 2)Relay Camera
12 V*
2 3 4
G
1
G
*DC 10.5 V–13 V
Video cable 
(customer-provided) Composite video connector
3.5 mm L-type (right angle) connector
To  T V
Video terminal
To microphone
To speaker To TV
Audio/video cord For TV (yellow)
Audio/video terminal
Video cable
For speaker (red)
(Output impedance
560    line level)
For microphone (white)
(Plug-in power +3.3 V)
Microphone cable
(   3.5 mm mini plug)
Speaker cable
(   3.5 mm stereo mini plug)
Camera
Microphone InputAudio Line 
Out Capacitor Resistor
1   F
33 K 
						

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Important Information Regarding Camera Mounting
The camera can be mounted on a ceiling or table. Please read the following 
information before mounting the camera. Consult an authorized dealer for 
mounting.
Caution
• Make sure you attach the safety wire when mounting the camera on a 
ceiling to prevent the camera from falling.
Note
• The camera is intended for indoor use only and should not be mounted 
outdoors.
• Use screws that are appropriate for the material of ceiling.
• The included screws are for use with wooden ceilings only.
• To ensure that camera images are displayed properly, do not mount the 
camera on an incline. Mount the camera so that it is perpendicular to the 
floor.
• When the camera is mounted on a ceiling, the ceiling mounting cover must 
be removed in order to insert or remove the SD memory card.
• The camera’s MAC address and serial number are printed on the bottom of 
the camera and are needed in order for camera configuration and 
maintenance. Make a note of both of them for before mounting the camera.
• Mounting and cabling instructions described in this document follow 
generally accepted guidelines suitable for residential installations. In some 
areas, commercial and industrial installations are regulated by local or state 
ordinances. For such installations, contact your local building department or 
building inspector for more details.
• Camera images can be viewed in relatively dark areas, however, image 
quality decreases when viewing dark images. We recommend using 
supplemental lighting for best results.
• Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or halogen light may damage the 
camera’s image sensor. Mount the camera appropriately.
• When mounting the camera, make sure to wrap the AC adaptor cord (if 
used) and other cables (external microphone or speaker cable, video cable, 
etc.) around the hooks as shown to ensure secure connections.
Mounting the Camera on a Ceiling
1.Access the camera and set the [Mounting Type] setting to [On the ceiling] 
(see 5.4 Changing Basic Camera Settings in the Operating Instructions 
on the included CD-ROM). The camera lens will change direction as 
shown below.
2.Secure the safety wire to the camera using screw C (included) and 
washer S (included).
• Make sure you attach the safety wire when mounting the camera on a 
ceiling to prevent the camera from falling.
3.Attach ceiling plate A (included) to the camera by aligning it as shown. 
Secure the plate to the camera firmly.
4.Secure ceiling plate B (included) to the ceiling using screws B (included).
• Make sure there is at least 100 mm (3 15/16 inches) of space, with no 
obstacles, from the center of the plate.
• Do not drive the screws into a soft material. Drive the screws into a 
secure, 25 mm (1 inch) thick area of the ceiling, such as a crossbeam, 
otherwise the camera may fall. If there is no crossbeam, place a board 
on the other side of the ceiling to make sure the camera is securely 
mounted.5.If you plan to run the cables above the ceiling, make a 30 mm (1 3/16 
inch) hole in the ceiling, as shown. Run all necessary cables (AC adaptor, 
LAN, audio/video, etc.) through the hole.
• The center of the hole should be at the point where the 2 lines on ceiling 
plate A would intersect, as shown.
6.Connect all necessary cables (AC adaptor, LAN, audio/video, etc.).
7.Attach ceiling plate A to ceiling plate B by aligning the 3 tabs as shown, 
then turning ceiling plate A counter-clockwise until the tabs are secured. 
Secure the plates using screws A (included).
• The camera should be mounted so that the SD memory card cover 
faces the front of the camera (i.e., the same direction as the lens).
8.Attach the ceiling mounting cover by first aligning the “ ” mark on the 
camera and cover, then turn the cover clockwise until the “ ” mark on the 
camera and the “ ” mark on the cover are aligned as shown.
• Be careful not to nip the cable etc.
• When removing the Ceiling Mounting Cover, move it in the 
counterclockwise direction. Adjust both “ ” and let down the main unit. 
• If you did not make a hole in the ceiling for the cables, remove the tab 
on the ceiling mounting cover and pass the cables through the opening 
as shown.
9.Secure the safety wire to the ceiling using screw B (included).
• Secure the safety wire to the ceiling about 100 mm (3 15/16 inches) 
from the center of ceiling plate B.
• Do not drive the screw into a soft material. Drive the screw into a 
secure, 25 mm (1 inch) thick area of the ceiling, such as a crossbeam, 
otherwise the camera may fall. If there is no crossbeam, place a board 
on the other side of the ceiling to make sure the camera is securely 
mounted.
When mounting the camera on a concrete or mortar ceiling
1.Place ceiling plate B against the ceiling and mark the points where you 
are going to make holes.
2.Make holes with an electric drill. Insert anchors (customer-provided) into 
the holes and push them inside the holes with a hammer.
• Mortar ceilings break easily when drilling. Be careful of pieces of mortar 
which may become loose and fall.
3.Mount the camera by following the instructions on this page.
Mounting the Camera on a Table
Mount or place the camera on a secure and even surface where there are few 
vibrations.
Hook for AC adaptor cord
[On the table][On the ceiling]
Screw C
Washer S
Safety wire
Safety wire hole
Fit the two dents in place.
Fit the two rubbers in 
place.
Camera direction
Screws B (4 pcs.) Keep more than 100 mm (3 15/16 inches) 
off the wall or other obstacles.
100 mm
(3 15/16 inches) 
Lines
1
2
Three tabs
Fit the tabs to the holes and 
move counterclockwise.
Attach firmly with Screws A.
Screws A (2 pcs.)
Washer L
Screw B
Drill for concrete (in case of tile, use a drill for tile)