Panasonic HNP11 User manual

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Network Camera Recorder
Trial Version
Please note that since this software is a trial version, camera registration is
restricted to only 1 camera and support services are not available.

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Main Features
Recording or Playing Images with Audio
This software records or plays images with audio from the camera (The camera
with audio will be released soon.) (see page 61). Since you can record images with
audio, recorded images become impressive. For example, you can use the images
with audio for training employee after you record your shop scene. This software
can also record multiple cameras simultaneously.
Advanced Motion Detection Recording
Motion detection recording is improved from BB-HNP60. You can set a time (1—
60 seconds) to record before or after motion detection (see page 37). You can
check the detail condition when the motion was detected.
Advanced Timer Recording and Search Ability
You can set a keyword in timer recording (see page 58). You can manage images
by keyword. 10 settings can be set in timer recording for each camera. Additionally,
you can search images by time, recording method (such as timer recording and
motion detection recording), or keyword (see page 65).
Other Features
•Layout Feature of Operation Window (see page 41 to page 43)
You can change size or location of camera list or operation bar for the camera,
or you can display them separately.
•Camera List (see page 68)
The registered cameras can be listed, and the camera preview size can be set
in 6 levels.
•Recording Capacity Limit (see page 36)
If you set the maximum value, you can limit the recording capacity.
•Automatic Backup (see page 28)
This software starts backing up images at the set time.

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System Requirements for your PC
Your PC (Personal Computer) and network must meet the following technical
specifications for this software to work properly.
Notes
• The information above is based on 640 x 480 resolution, favor clarity,
motion detection recording, recording interval: Not Specify, recording
capacity limited settings to decide your PC specification. The information
may change depending on the system or composition.
• Change the hard disk capacity considering file size shown on page 25.
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Items Description
Operating
System
Microsoft®Windows®XP Professional Edition
Microsoft®Windows®2000 (Service Pack 2 or later)
Web Browser Internet Explorer 6.0 or later
File System NTFS (NT File System) is recommended.
Audio*1
*1 Using the camera with audio.
Audio input/output feature (Microphone or speaker)
Hardware
Specification
Connecting 10 Cameras Connecting 4 Cameras
CPU: Pentium®4 3 GHz or
higher, or compatible processor
Memory: 512 MB or higher
CPU: Pentium 4 1.8 GHz or
higher, or compatible processor
Memory: 256 MB or higher

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Table of Contents
1 Product Introduction.....................................................6
1.1 Included Accessories ..................................................................... 6
1.2 Important Information..................................................................... 7
1.2.1 Audio and Video Recording Notice............................................................ 7
1.2.2 Security Cautions ...................................................................................... 7
1.3 End-User License Agreement........................................................ 8
1.4 Looking at Installation Procedure................................................. 10
1.5 Installing This Software................................................................ 11
1.5.1 Modifying or Deleting This Software ........................................................ 17
1.6 Starting or Closing This Software ................................................ 18
1.6.1 Starting This Software ............................................................................. 18
1.6.2 Closing This Software.............................................................................. 19
1.7 Performing License Registration .................................................. 20
1.7.1 Registering a New License ...................................................................... 20
1.7.2 Performing Online Registration................................................................ 22
2 Software Operation .....................................................25
2.1 Selecting a Folder to Save Images .............................................. 25
2.2 Automatically Backing up Recorded Images................................ 28
2.3 Using a Proxy Server ................................................................... 30
2.4 Registering the Camera ............................................................... 32
2.4.1 Creating New Camera ............................................................................. 32
2.4.2 Editing Camera Information..................................................................... 40
2.5 Network Camera Recorder Window ............................................ 41
2.5.1 Monitoring Page....................................................................................... 47
2.5.2 Recorded Image Page............................................................................. 48
2.5.3 Timer List Page........................................................................................ 49
2.6 Monitoring the Camera ................................................................ 50
2.6.1 Monitoring the Camera ............................................................................ 50
2.6.2 Using Operation Bar ................................................................................ 51
2.6.3 Using Preset Buttons ............................................................................... 54
2.7 Recording the Image.................................................................... 55
2.7.1 Manually Recording the Image ................................................................ 55
2.7.2 Motion Detection Recording .................................................................... 57
2.7.3 Timer Recording ...................................................................................... 58
2.8 Playing the Recorded Images...................................................... 61

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2.8.1 Playing the Recorded Images ................................................................. 61
2.8.2 Searching the Recorded Images............................................................. 65
2.9 Using Camera List........................................................................ 68
2.10 Enabling or Disabling the Cameras.............................................. 70
2.11 Deleting the Registered Cameras................................................ 71
2.12 Converting the Recorded Images ................................................ 72
2.12.1 Converting the Recorded Images to JPEG files...................................... 72
2.13 Other Features ............................................................................. 74
2.13.1 Importing the Camera Information........................................................... 74
2.13.2 Exporting the Camera Information .......................................................... 74
2.13.3 Copying the Recorded Images ................................................................ 75
2.13.4 Changing the Keyword of the Recorded Images ..................................... 75
2.13.5 Deleting the Recorded Images................................................................ 76
2.14 Error Message List....................................................................... 77
2.15 Troubleshooting............................................................................ 95
2.16 Default Setting List ....................................................................... 97
Index....................................................................................99

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1 Product Introduction
1.1 Included Accessories
The following items are provided.
Note
User registration requires registration code shown on registration code
stickers. Affix the stickers to the case, the front or the back of Operating
Instructions to remember registration code and password.
CD-ROM Notice
• Do not scratch, smudge, write or label either CD-ROM surfaces. It may
become unreadable because of a scratch.
• Do not touch the CD-ROM surface and avoid leaving fingerprints on it. It may
become unreadable because of dust.
• Do not place the CD-ROM in any place where it will be subjected to direct sun-
light or high temperature such as around a heater. CD-ROM may become
unreadable because of change in shape.
• Do not throw or bend CD-ROM. CD-ROM may become unreadable because
of a scratch or change in shape.
• Do not play this CD-ROM in an audio CD player. Ear-splitting volume may
damage its speakers.
• CD-ROM.......................................................
• Operating Instructions (This Manual)............
• Registration code stickers............................
1 pc.
1 pc.
1 set (3 pcs.)

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1.2 Important Information
1.2.1 Audio and Video Recording Notice
PLEASE NOTE that under certain circumstances, audio/video recording may be
PROHIBITED by law. This software should be used only in compliance with all
applicable federal, state and local statutes.
1.2.2 Security Cautions
When using this software, take appropriate measures to avoid the following
security breaches.
• Leaks of private information via this software
• Illegal use of this software by a third party
• Interference or suspension of the use of this product by a third party
Take the following measures to avoid security breaches:
• To prevent malicious attack to your PC or recorded images, keep newly
updating the installed software on your PC such as operating system, web
browser, antivirus software or Network Camera Recorder. (Perform the
version update to intensify the security).
• If you receive data from the Internet, perform the scan for malicious
program or removal of the computer virus.
• You are responsible for this product’s user information such as registered
camera information and recorded images. This information should not be
made available to any third parties outside the user group.
Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd.

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1.3 End-User License Agreement
THIS IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU AND PANASONIC
COMMUNICATIONS CO., LTD. ( "PANASONIC") WITH RESPECT TO THE
PANASONIC BB-HNP11 TRIAL VERSION SOFTWARE ("SOFTWARE").
CAREFULLY READ ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS
AGREEMENT PRIOR TO INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE. INSTALLING THE
SOFTWARE INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND
CONDITIONS.
If you do not agree to these terms and conditions, return all SOFTWARE items
(disk, written materials and packaging) to the place of purchase, for a refund. No
refund will be given unless all SOFTWARE items (disk, written materials and
packaging) are returned.
1. COPYRIGHT:
The SOFTWARE is protected by copyright laws and international treaty
provisions, and all other applicable laws. You acknowledge that you are
receiving only a LIMITED LICENSE TO USE the SOFTWARE and related
documentation, and that you shall obtain no title, ownership nor any other
rights in or to the SOFTWARE and its related documentation, all of which title
and rights shall remain with PANASONIC or its licensor.
2. LICENSE:
3. RESTRICTIONS:
You may not reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble the SOFTWARE,
except as expressly permitted by applicable laws. You may not use, copy,
modify, alter, rent, lease or transfer the SOFTWARE, its related
documentation, or any copies thereof, in whole or in part, except as expressly
provided in this Agreement. You may not export the SOFTWARE in
contravention of any applicable U.S. or foreign export laws and regulations.
(1) You may use the SOFTWARE solely for the purpose of recording and
processing images from one or more PANASONIC Network Cameras
which are compatible with the SOFTWARE.
(2) You may make a copy of the SOFTWARE for the use defined in
subparagraph (1) above, or for internal back-up purpose only.
(3) You may transfer your rights under this License Agreement on a
permanent basis, provided that you transfer this Agreement, all copies
of the SOFTWARE, all related documentation and your PANASONIC
Network Camera(s), and the recipient thereof agrees to the terms of
this Agreement.

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4. TERM:
This license is effective until terminated. You may terminate this Agreement at
any time by destroying the SOFTWARE and related documentation and all
copies thereof. This license will be terminated if you fail to comply with any
term or condition of this Agreement. Upon such termination, you agree to
destroy the SOFTWARE, all copies thereof and related documentation.
5. LIMITED WARRANTY:
During the ninety (90) days after your purchase of the SOFTWARE,
PANASONIC warrants that the storage media on which the SOFTWARE is
furnished will be free from defect in materials and workmanship under normal
use, and that it will repair, or at its option replace, any defective media at no
charge to you, provided that such defective media is returned to your place of
purchase within such ninety (90) day period, along with a copy of the receipt
showing your date of purchase.
6. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY:
EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE, PANASONIC DOES NOT MAKE OR PASS
ON TO YOU OR OTHER THIRD PARTY, ANY WARRANTY OR
REPRESENTATION INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. PANASONIC MAKES NO WARRANTY THAT
THE SOFTWARE WILL BE ERROR-FREE OR THAT IT WILL MEET YOUR
REQUIREMENTS. PANASONIC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
DAMAGES SUFFERED BY YOU INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES,
EVEN IF PANASONIC HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
SUCH DAMAGES. NOTWITHSTANDING THE FOREGOING, IF THE
TERMS AND CONDITIONS HEREOF CONTRADICT THE LAWS OF THE
JURISDICTION IN WHICH YOU LIVE, THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT SHALL
BE MODIFIED TO THE EXTENT SUCH LAWS REQUIRE.

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1.4 Looking at Installation Procedure
You must perform the following steps to use this software.
Read the End-User License Agreement (see page 8).
You cannot install this software if you disagree.
(The legal agreement is required when installing this software.)
Install this software (see page 11).
Perform the license registration (see page 20).
To use this software, perform the license registration by getting a license
key on online registration. (The attached registration code stickers are
required.)
Select the folder to save images (see page 25).
Configure the camera (see page 32).
Operate recording and monitoring the camera.

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1.5 Installing This Software
It is recommended that you create an administrator account user on your PC to
securely manage recorded images. After logging in as the set user, install this
software.
1. Insert the CD-ROM to the CD-ROM drive.
• Installation Selection window automatically appears.
Notes
• If Installation Selection window does not appear, open the CD-ROM
and double-click "autorun.exe" file.
• Adobe®Acrobat®Reader®must be installed on your PC. It can be
downloaded from the Adobe website.
2. Click [Install Network Camera Recorder].
• If this software has been installed, the following window is displayed.
Install this software after removing this software at
[Start] [Settings] [Control Panel] [Add/Remove Programs] window.

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Note
If you do not log in as an administrator account user, you cannot install this
software and the following windows will be displayed. Log in as an
administrator.
• Installation window appears.
or

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3. Click [Next>].
• License Agreement window appears.
4. Check [I Agree] and click [Next>].
• Choose Destination Location window appears.
Notes
• To securely manage recorded images, selecting [Just me] is
recommended.
• [Everyone] means users having an administrator account.

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• Click [Browse...] to change the destination folder.
• The destination must have more than 200 MB free capacity.
• If you click [Disk Cost...], installable drives, each drive disk size and free
capacity are displayed.
5. Select the destination folder, and click [Next>].
• Installation Confirmation window is displayed.

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6. Click [Next>].
• This software starts installation.
• After the installation, Installation Complete window is displayed.

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7. Click [Close].
• is displayed on the desktop.
• After the restart, is displayed on the system tray.
lights red during recording.
Notes
• If the operation window is started but is displayed, this software
is working. Timer recording is also working.
• To close this software, right-click and select [Exit]. The button
will be deleted from the system tray.

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1.5.1 Modifying or Deleting This Software
To modify or delete this software, follow the steps below.
1. Insert the CD-ROM to the CD-ROM drive.
• Installation Selection window automatically appears.
• If Installation Selection window does not appear, double-click "setup.exe"
file on the CD-ROM.
2. Click [Install Network Camera].
• If this software have been installed, the following window is displayed.
3. Check [Repair Network Camera Recorder] or [Remove Network Camera
Recorder], and click [Finish].
• If the modification or deletion is complete, the confirmation window is
displayed.
Note
If you delete this software, the camera settings and recorded images are
not deleted. To delete them, manually delete NCR2 folder at the
destination.

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1.6 Starting or Closing This Software
1.6.1 Starting This Software
Double-click on the desktop to start this software.
• Initial window of this software is displayed.
Notes
• These softwares cannot work at the same time. Use only a software.
• This software can be started from the program menus. Clicking "ncr2.exe"
file at the destination also starts this software.
• If the license is not registered, the License Registration window is
displayed. Click [Issue a license key on online registration] to register a
license.

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1.6.2 Closing This Software
Click [File] [Exit] on the menu bar.

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1.7 Performing License Registration
If the license is not registered, the License Registration window is displayed.
Click [Issue a license key on online registration] to register a license.
License key can be obtained after you registered online. Follow the steps below.
1.7.1 Registering a New License
1. Display the License Registration window.
• If the license is not registered, the License Registration window is
displayed.
• You can also display the window by selecting [Help] [License
Registration].
2. Click [Issue a license key on online registration].
• The online registration website is displayed.
• See page 22 for the online registration.
3. Enter the registration code and license key, and click [OK].
• Characters are case sensitive.
• The following window is displayed.