Panasonic Color CCTV Camera Wv Cf344 Wv Cf354 Wv Cf374 Installation Guide

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The model number is abbreviated in some descriptions in this manual. This illustration represents WV-CF344E.
Installation Guide 
Color CCTV Camera
Model No: WV-CF374E
WV-CF354E
WV-CF344E 
						

							
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).   
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER 
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC 
SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
The  lightning  flash  with  arrowhead 
symbol, within an equilateral trian-
gle, is intended to alert the user to 
the  presence  of  uninsulated  "dan-
gerous  voltage"  within  the  prod -
uct's  enclosure  that  may  be  of 
sufficient  magnitude  to  constitute 
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The  exclamation  point  within  an 
equilateral  triangle  is  intended  to 
alert  the  user  to  the  presence  of 
important  operating  and  mainte -
nance  (servicing)  instructions  in 
the  literature  accompanying  the 
appliance.
W ARNING: 
•	To 	 prevent 	 fire 	 or 	 electric 	 shock 	 hazard, 	 do 	 not 	
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
•	The
	 apparatus 	 should 	 not 	 be 	 exposed 	 to 	 dripping 	
o r   s p l a s h i n g   a n d   t h a t   n o   o b j e c t s   f i l l e d   w i t h 
liquids,  such  as  vases,  should  be  placed  on  the 
apparatus.
•	All
	 work 	 related 	 to 	 the 	 installation 	 of 	 this 	 product 	
should be made by qualified service personnel or 
system installers.
•	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.
•	This
	 product 	 has 	 no 	 power 	 switch.
  When  turning  off  the  power,  turn  off  a  Power 
Supply or remove a power cable.
•	T h e
	 c o n n e c t i o n s 	 s h o u l d 	 c o m p l y 	 w i t h 	 l o c a l 	
electrical code.
We  declare  under  our  sole  responsibility  that  the 
p ro d u c t   t o   w h i c h   t h i s   d e c l a r a t i o n   re l a t e s   i s   i n 
conformity  with  the  standard  or  other  normative 
d o c u m e n t   f o l l o w i n g   t h e   p ro v i s i o n s   o f   D i re c t i v e 
2004/108/EC.Vi  deklarerar  härmed  vårt  fulla  ansvar  för  att  den 
produkt  till  vilken  denna  deklaration  hänvisar  är  i 
överensstämmelse  med  standarddokument  eller 
annat  normativt  dokument  som  framställs  i  direktiv 
2004/108/EC.
Wij verklaren als enige aansprakelijke, dat het product 
waarop 	 deze 	 verklaring 	 betrekking 	 heeft, 	 voldoet 	 aan 	
de  volgende  norm  of  ander  normatief  dokument, 
o v e r e e n k o m s t i g   d e   b e p a l i n g e n   v a n   R i c h t l i j n 
2004/108/EC.Ilmoitamme  yksinomaisella  vastuullamme,  että  tuote, 
jota  tämä  ilmoitus  koskee,  noudattaa  seuraavaa 
standardia  tai  muuta  ohjeellista  asiakirjaa,  jotka 
noudattavat direktiivin 2004/108/EC säädöksiä.
Vi  erklærer  os  eneansvarlige  for,  at  dette  produkt, 
s o m   d e n n e   d e k l a r a t i o n   o m h a n d l e r ,   e r   i 
o v e r e n s s t e m m e l s e   m e d   s t a n d a r d   e l l e r   a n d r e 
normative  dokumenter  i  følge  bestemmelser ne  i 
direktiv 2004/108/EC.Vi erklærer oss alene ansvarlige for at produktet som 
denne erklæringen gjelder for, er i overensstemmelse 
m e d   f ø l g e n d e   n o r m   e l l e r   a n d r e   n o r m g i v e n d e 
dokumenter  som  følger  bestemmelsene  i  direktiv 
2004/108/EC. 
						

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Contents
Important safety instructions ........................................................................\
................................... 4
Limitation of liability  ........................................................................\
................................................. 5
Disclaimer of warranty  ........................................................................\
............................................ 5
Preface  ........................................................................\
................................................................... 6
About notations   ........................................................................\
..................................................... 6
Features   ........................................................................\
................................................................ 6
About the user manuals  ........................................................................\
.......................................... 7
Trademarks and registered trademarks  ........................................................................\
................... 7
Precautions  ........................................................................\
............................................................ 8
Precautions for installation  ........................................................................\
.................................... 10
Major operating controls and their functions  ........................................................................\
......... 12
Preparations  ........................................................................\
......................................................... 13
Remove the dome cover  ........................................................................\
.................................... 13
About the side cable access hole   ........................................................................\
...................... 14
Installation method of camera  ........................................................................\
............................ 14
Connections  ........................................................................\
....................................................... 15
Installation   ........................................................................\
........................................................... 17
Adjustment  ........................................................................\
........................................................... 18
Attaching the dome cover  ........................................................................\
..................................... 22
Setup menu  ........................................................................\
.......................................................... 24
List of setup menu  ........................................................................\
............................................. 24
Basic operation  ........................................................................\
.................................................... 25
Screen transition diagram 
CF374   ........................................................................\
.......................... 27
Screen transition diagram CF354   ........................................................................\
.......................... 28
Screen transition diagram CF344  ........................................................................\
.......................... 29
Troubleshooting   ........................................................................\
................................................... 30
Specifications   ........................................................................\
...................................................... 31
Standard accessories   ........................................................................\
.......................................... 32 
						

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Important safety instructions
 1)  Read these instructions.
  2)  Keep these instructions.
  3)  Heed all warnings.
  4)  Follow all instructions.
  5)  Do not use this apparatus near water.
  6)  Clean only with dry cloth.
  7)  Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's 
instructions.
  8)  Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other 
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
  9)  Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience 
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
  10)  Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
 
11)  Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by th\
e manufacturer, or sold 
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the car\
t/ apparatus 
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
12) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has  been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been 
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has bee\
n exposed to rain or 
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
S3125A 
						

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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).
Disclaimer of warranty
IN NO EVENT SHALL Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd. BE LIABLE TO ANY P\
ARTY OR ANY 
PERSON, EXCEPT FOR REPLACEMENT OR REASONABLE MAINTENANCE OF THE PRODUCT, 
FOR THE CASES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO BELOW:
 (1)  ANY DAMAGE AND LOSS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, 
SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR EXEMPLARY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE 
PRODUCT;
  (2)  PERSONAL INJURY OR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY INAPPROPRIATE USE OR NEGLIGENT 
OPERATION OF THE USER;
  (3)  UNAUTHORIZED DISASSEMBLE, REPAIR OR MODIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT BY THE 
USER;
  (4)  INCONVENIENCE OR ANY LOSS ARISING WHEN IMAGES ARE NOT DISPLAYED, DUE TO 
ANY REASON OR CAUSE INCLUDING ANY FAILURE OR PROBLEM OF THE PRODUCT;
  (5)  ANY PROBLEM, CONSEQUENTIAL INCONVENIENCE, OR LOSS OR DAMAGE, ARISING 
OUT OF THE SYSTEM COMBINED BY THE DEVICES OF THIRD PARTY;
  (6)  ANY CLAIM OR ACTION FOR DAMAGES, BROUGHT BY ANY PERSON OR ORGANIZATION 
BEING A PHOTOGENIC SUBJECT, DUE TO VIOLATION OF PRIVACY WITH THE RESULT OF 
THAT SURVEILLANCE-CAMERA'S PICTURE, INCLUDING SAVED DATA, FOR SOME 
REASON, BECOMES PUBLIC OR IS USED FOR ANY PURPOSE. 
						

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Preface
About notations 
Features
Introduction of newly developed high-resolution CCD
The introduction of the newly developed CCD with 976 horizontal pixels has led t\
o a horizontal res-
olution of as high as 650 TV lines. 
High sensitivity achieved because of noise reduction function 
Sensitivity at the following minimum illuminations has been accomplished\
 for color images because 
of the introduction of low noise circuit design (Lens (built-in): F1.3):  
0.08 lx (color), 0.008 lx (black-and-white)  
CF374 
0.08 lx (color), 0.05 lx (black-and-white) CF354  CF344
Day/Night conversion function equipped CF374 
No setup change is required at night because the image automatically changes from the color 
mode to the black-and-white mode at low illuminance. 
Bright images can be captured even at night because of automatic switching of IR filters at low 
illuminance. 
Focus adjustment function equipped 
CF354 
Auto focus is achieved at installation of the camera or through menu operation.  The  following  notations  are  used  when  describing  the  functions  limited  for  specific  models.  The 
functions without the notations are supported by all models. 
CF374 : The functions with this notation are available when using the model WV-CF374E. CF354 : The functions with this notation are available when using the model WV-CF354E. CF344: The functions with this notation are available when using the model WV-CF344E. 
This product is a 1/3-type CCD color CCTV camera. Connection of this product to a video monitor 
allows users to use this product as a monitoring camera. 
• WV-CF374E: with color / black-and-white mode switch function 
• WV-CF354E: with easy black-and-white mode switch function and focus adjustment function 
• WV-CF344E: with easy black-and-white mode switch function  
						

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About the user manuals
The operating instructions of the camera consist of 2 sets: this book an\
d operating instructions 
(PDF).
This book explains how to install the camera.
Refer to the "Operation Instructions (PDF)" on the provided CD-ROM for descriptions of how to 
perform the unit settings. Adobe
® Reader® is required to read PDF. When the Adobe® Reader® 
is not installed on the PC, download the latest Adobe® Reader® from the Adobe web site and 
install it.
Trademarks and registered trademarks
Adobe, Acrobat Reader and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe 
Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
Motion detection function (VMD) equipped 
The motion of an object is detectable. The acts of covering the camera w\
ith a cloth, a cap or other 
acts and changing the camera direction during surveillance can be detected. 
Note:  •  The VMD function is not the dedicated function to prevent thefts, fires, etc. We are not 
responsible for any accidents or damages caused by applying the function \
for the above 
purposes.  
						

							
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Precautions
Refer installation work to the dealer.
Installation work requires technique and 
experiences. Otherwise injury or damage to 
this product may result.
Be sure to consult the dealer.
Do not insert any foreign objects.
This could permanetly damage this product. 
Turn the power off immediately and contact 
qualified service personnel for service.
Do not attempt to disassemble or modify 
this product.
Failure to observe this may cause fire or 
electric shock. 
Consult the dealer for the repair or inspections.
Stop operation immediately when 
something is wrong with this product. 
When smoke goes up from this product or the 
smell of smoke comes from this product, 
continued use will result in fire, injury, or 
damage to the product. 
Turn the power off immediately and contact 
qualified service personnel for service. 
Select an installation area that can 
support the total weight. 
Selecting an inappropriate installation surface 
may cause the product to fall down or topple 
over, resulting in injury. 
Installation work shall be started after sufficient 
reinforcement. 
Periodic inspections shall be conducted. 
Rust on the metal parts or screws may cause 
the product to fall down resulting in injury or 
accidents.
Consult the dealer for the inspections. 
This product shall be installed in a 
vibration-free place.  
Failure to observe this may cause screws and 
bolts to be loosened and consequently to fall resulting in injury.
Install this product in a location high 
enough to avoid people and objects from 
bumping the product.
Failure to observe this may cause a drop 
resulting in injury or accidents. 
Do not strike or give a strong shock to this 
product. 
Failure to observe this may cause injury or fire.
Turn the power off when do wiring of this 
product.
Failure to observe this may cause electric 
shock. A short circuit or wrong wiring may 
cause fire.
Do not use this product in an atmosphere 
of flammable gases. 
Failure to observe this may cause injury by 
explosion. 
Avoid installing this product in locations 
where it is subject to damage by salt or 
corrosive gas. 
Otherwise the mounting fixtures will 
deteriorate, causing the product to fall down 
and leading to accidents. 
Tighten screws and mounting fixtures to 
the specified torque.  
Failure to observe this may cause a drop 
resulting in injury or accidents.
[Precautions for use]
This product is designed to be used 
indoors.  
This product is not operable outdoors.
This product has no power switch.  
When turning off the power, turn off a circuit 
breaker. 
						

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To keep on using with stable performance  
Parts of this product may deteriorate and it 
may shorten the lifetime of this product when 
using in locations subject to high temperatures 
and high humidity. (Recommended operating 
temperature: +35 °C or lower)
Do not expose this product to direct heat 
sources such as a heater. 
Handle this product with care.  
Do not drop this product, nor apply shock or 
vibration to this product.
Failure to observe this may cause trouble.
Do not touch the dome cover with your 
bare hands.
A dirty dome cover causes deterioration of 
picture quality.
Noise on monitor 
This product is equipped with a super sensitive 
CCD. Therefore, noise may appear on the 
monitor. This phenomenon is not trouble. 
Discoloration on the CCD color filter  
When continuously shooting a bright light 
source such as a spotlight, the color filter of 
the CCD may have deteriorated and it may 
cause discoloration. Even when changing the 
fixed shooting direction after continuously 
shooting a spotlight for a certain period, the 
discoloration may remain. 
Do not aim this product at strong light 
sources.  
A light source such as a spot light causes a 
blooming (light bleeding) or a smear (vertical 
lines). Cleaning this product body 
Turn the power off when cleaning this product. 
Do not use strong abrasive detergent when 
cleaning this product. Otherwise, it may cause 
discoloration.
Synchronous mode setting 
Image synchronous mode of this camera 
indicates internal synchronization (INT) only. Set 
the multiplexed vertical drive (VD2) as OFF 
when the camera is connected to the system 
controller of the company.
Blooming
Smear
Bright subject 
						

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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 used 
indoors.
This product is not operable outdoors.
Do not expose the product to direct sunlight 
for hours and do not install the product near a 
heater or an air conditioner. Otherwise, it may 
cause deformation, discoloration and 
malfunction. Keep the product away from 
water and moisture.
Installing place
Contact your dealer for assistance if you are 
unsure of an appropriate place in your 
particular environment.
 •  Make sure that the installation area is 
strong enough to hold the product, such 
as a concrete ceiling.  
  •  Install the camera in the foundation area of 
the architecture or where sufficient 
strength is assured. 
  •  If a ceiling board such as plaster board is 
too weak to support the total weight, the 
area shall be sufficiently reinforced.
Avoid installing this product in the follow-
ing locations.
  •  Location where it may get wet from rain or 
water splash. 
  •  Locations where a chemical agent is used 
such as a swimming pool.  
  •  Locations subject to steam and oil smoke 
such as a kitchen.
  •  Locations near flammable gas or vapor. 
  •  Locations where radiation or x-ray 
emissions are produced. 
  •  Locations where corrosive gas is 
produced, Locations where it may be 
damaged by briny air such as seashores.   
•  Locations where the temperature is not 
within –10 °C to +50 °C. 
  •  Locations subject to vibrations (This 
product is not designed for on-vehicle 
use.)
  •  Locations subject to condensation as the 
result of severe changes in temperature (In 
case of installing the product in such 
locations, the dome cover may become 
foggy or condensation may be caused on 
the cover.)
Avoid moist or dusty places to install this 
system.
Otherwise, lifetime of the internal parts may be 
shortened. 
Avoid installing this product in a place 
with a high level of noise.
Installation near an air conditioner, an air 
cleaner, a vending machine, or the like causes 
noise.
Avoid installing and connecting during a 
lightning storm. Otherwise, an electric 
shock or fire may be caused. 
Be sure to remove this product if it is not 
in use. 
Do not damage the power plug or cable. 
Keep the camera cable away from the 
lighting cable. 
Failure to observe this may cause noise. 
Radio interference
When the camera is used near TV/radio 
antenna, strong electric field or magnetic field 
(near a motor or a transformer), images may be 
distorted and noise sound may be produced. 
In such a case, run the camera cable through 
specialized steel conduit tubes.