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BL-C111A BL-C131A Operating Instructions Network Camera BL-C111A (Wired Type) Model BL-C131A (Wireless/Wired Type) Please read this document before using the product, and save this document for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico Panasonic Network Camera Website: http://www.panasonic.com/netcam for future reference.
BL-C111A BL-C131A Operating Instructions Network Camera BL-C111A (Wired Type) Model BL-C131A (Wireless/Wired Type) Please read this document before using the product, and save this document for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico Panasonic Network Camera Website: http://www.panasonic.com/netcam for future reference.
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... that access to remember Internet address of your camera with the Viewnetcam.com service, you can be displayed in English, Simplified Chinese, and Japanese. Operating Instructions 3 Wireless connectivity (BL-C131A only) The BL-C131A supports wireless standards IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g,... giving you the option of using an easy to the camera is secure. All camera pages can be displayed in English, French, German...
... that access to remember Internet address of your camera with the Viewnetcam.com service, you can be displayed in English, Simplified Chinese, and Japanese. Operating Instructions 3 Wireless connectivity (BL-C131A only) The BL-C131A supports wireless standards IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g,... giving you the option of using an easy to the camera is secure. All camera pages can be displayed in English, French, German...
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...model. Abbreviations • UPnP is the abbreviation for both the BL-C111A (Wired Type) and BL-C131A (Wireless/Wired Type). You can confirm the model no . of your camera by checking the model no . Available features and operations vary ...slightly depending on the work of the camera. • The camera illustrations in this document. • The Setup CD-ROM is written for "Universal Plug and Play". • The Network Camera...
...model. Abbreviations • UPnP is the abbreviation for both the BL-C111A (Wired Type) and BL-C131A (Wireless/Wired Type). You can confirm the model no . of your camera by checking the model no . Available features and operations vary ...slightly depending on the work of the camera. • The camera illustrations in this document. • The Setup CD-ROM is written for "Universal Plug and Play". • The Network Camera...
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... Viewnetcam.com 75 Configuring the Camera to Use a Third-party Dynamic DNS Service 78 Confirming Internet Access 80 5 Changing Camera Settings 81 5.1 5.1.1 5.1.2 5.2 5.2.1 5.2.2 5.3 Network Settings ...81 Network (IPv4) Settings 82 Proxy Server Settings ...87 Using the Camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C131A Only 88 Configuring the Camera for Wireless Connection (BL-C131A Only 89 Restarting the Camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C131A Only 93 UPnP™ Settings...
... Viewnetcam.com 75 Configuring the Camera to Use a Third-party Dynamic DNS Service 78 Confirming Internet Access 80 5 Changing Camera Settings 81 5.1 5.1.1 5.1.2 5.2 5.2.1 5.2.2 5.3 Network Settings ...81 Network (IPv4) Settings 82 Proxy Server Settings ...87 Using the Camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C131A Only 88 Configuring the Camera for Wireless Connection (BL-C131A Only 89 Restarting the Camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C131A Only 93 UPnP™ Settings...
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... 7.3 Specifying Operation Times 115 7.4 Changing the Indicator Display 117 7.5 Privacy Mode ...118 8 Camera Administration and Maintenance 119 8.1 Confirming Camera Status 119 8.2 Confirming Wireless Status (BL-C131A Only 120 8.3 Confirming Session Status 121 8.4 Confirming Alarm Logs 122 8.5 Restarting the Camera 123 8.6 Updating the Camera Firmware 124 8.7 Saving Settings in a Configuration File 125 8.8 Restoring Settings from a Configuration File 126...
... 7.3 Specifying Operation Times 115 7.4 Changing the Indicator Display 117 7.5 Privacy Mode ...118 8 Camera Administration and Maintenance 119 8.1 Confirming Camera Status 119 8.2 Confirming Wireless Status (BL-C131A Only 120 8.3 Confirming Session Status 121 8.4 Confirming Alarm Logs 122 8.5 Restarting the Camera 123 8.6 Updating the Camera Firmware 124 8.7 Saving Settings in a Configuration File 125 8.8 Restoring Settings from a Configuration File 126...
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Operation bar (see Page 118) has been turned on network conditions, PC performance, the number of people accessing the camera, and the type of the camera's optical sensor, and is in a dark environment, Color Night View mode (if enabled; The default settings for guest users (...Rate] selector in the operation bar, you can be displayed in wireless mode, camera images will be displayed under the camera image. BL-C131A only: If using the camera in the camera image. Full-screen button (click to normal mode) H. The camera allows up to 30 users to view still images. - Additional...
Operation bar (see Page 118) has been turned on network conditions, PC performance, the number of people accessing the camera, and the type of the camera's optical sensor, and is in a dark environment, Color Night View mode (if enabled; The default settings for guest users (...Rate] selector in the operation bar, you can be displayed in wireless mode, camera images will be displayed under the camera image. BL-C131A only: If using the camera in the camera image. Full-screen button (click to normal mode) H. The camera allows up to 30 users to view still images. - Additional...
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... address was changed as described in this setting at [Auto Negotiation]. • BL-C131A only: If using the camera in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be confirmed on your network. - [Static]: Allows you to set all network settings manually. - [DHCP]: Allows you to use the Setup Program on the CD-ROM to automatically obtain the appropriate...
... address was changed as described in this setting at [Auto Negotiation]. • BL-C131A only: If using the camera in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be confirmed on your network. - [Static]: Allows you to set all network settings manually. - [DHCP]: Allows you to use the Setup Program on the CD-ROM to automatically obtain the appropriate...
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... assigned to the camera in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be confirmed on the [Status] page (see Page 119). 84 Operating Instructions Click [Save]. 10. Under [Default Gateway], enter the IP address of the primary and secondary DNS servers provided by your ISP or network administrator. 6. Under... example, if your router or PC. Note • • To access the camera again, use . • This setting is effective for both IPv4 and IPv6 connections. • BL-C131A only: If using the camera in this setting at [Auto Negotiation]. • This setting is effective for both ...
... assigned to the camera in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be confirmed on the [Status] page (see Page 119). 84 Operating Instructions Click [Save]. 10. Under [Default Gateway], enter the IP address of the primary and secondary DNS servers provided by your ISP or network administrator. 6. Under... example, if your router or PC. Note • • To access the camera again, use . • This setting is effective for both IPv4 and IPv6 connections. • BL-C131A only: If using the camera in this setting at [Auto Negotiation]. • This setting is effective for both ...
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... the default gateway IP address if required by your ISP or network administrator. • This field can usually leave this setting at [Auto Negotiation]. • This setting is effective for both IPv4 and IPv6 connections. • BL-C131A only: If using the camera in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be selected. 8. Under [Max. the actual...
... the default gateway IP address if required by your ISP or network administrator. • This field can usually leave this setting at [Auto Negotiation]. • This setting is effective for both IPv4 and IPv6 connections. • BL-C131A only: If using the camera in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be selected. 8. Under [Max. the actual...
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Configure the camera's wireless settings (see Page 93). 88 Operating Instructions b. 5.2 Using the Camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C131A Only) 5.2 Using the Camera in wireless mode (see Page 89). Refer to the camera. Configure the camera for wired connection. Restart the camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C131A Only) The BL-C131A can be used wirelessly. c. In order to use the camera wirelessly, you have not done this case, there is no need to connect a LAN cable to the included Installation Guide and Setup Guide if you must: a. In this .
Configure the camera's wireless settings (see Page 93). 88 Operating Instructions b. 5.2 Using the Camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C131A Only) 5.2 Using the Camera in wireless mode (see Page 89). Refer to the camera. Configure the camera for wired connection. Restart the camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C131A Only) The BL-C131A can be used wirelessly. c. In order to use the camera wirelessly, you have not done this case, there is no need to connect a LAN cable to the included Installation Guide and Setup Guide if you must: a. In this .
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... address on in wired mode, it emits radio waves for about 1 minute for wireless access by configuring the corresponding camera settings to the operating instructions included with your wireless router. 5.2.1 Configuring the Camera for Wireless Connection (BL-C131A Only) 5.2.1 Configuring the Camera for Wireless Connection (BL-C131A Only) Configure the camera for the new settings to become effective. • Even if the...
... address on in wired mode, it emits radio waves for about 1 minute for wireless access by configuring the corresponding camera settings to the operating instructions included with your wireless router. 5.2.1 Configuring the Camera for Wireless Connection (BL-C131A Only) 5.2.1 Configuring the Camera for Wireless Connection (BL-C131A Only) Configure the camera for the new settings to become effective. • Even if the...
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... [WEP] is selected When [WEP] is selected, encryption will be used for wireless communications, and therefore wireless communication may not be used for encryption. If you select [No encryption], click [Save] to finish 90 Operating Instructions 5.2.1 Configuring the Camera for Wireless Connection (BL-C131A Only) When [No encryption] is selected When [No encryption] is selected, the...
... [WEP] is selected When [WEP] is selected, encryption will be used for wireless communications, and therefore wireless communication may not be used for encryption. If you select [No encryption], click [Save] to finish 90 Operating Instructions 5.2.1 Configuring the Camera for Wireless Connection (BL-C131A Only) When [No encryption] is selected When [No encryption] is selected, the...
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5.2.1 Configuring the Camera for encryption. of your wireless router, then enter the [Network Key], select the key format from the pull-down menu, and click [Save] to finish. Key Format [HEX, 64 Characters] [ASCII, 8 to the settings of ... characters (see Page 147) When [WPA-PSK (TKIP)] is selected When [WPA-PSK (TKIP)] is selected, the WPA-PSK (TKIP) standard will be used for Wireless Connection (BL-C131A Only) Key Format [HEX, 10 characters, 64-bit] [HEX, 26 characters, 128-bit] [HEX, 32 characters, 152-bit] [ASCII, 5 characters, 64-bit] [ASCII, 13...
5.2.1 Configuring the Camera for encryption. of your wireless router, then enter the [Network Key], select the key format from the pull-down menu, and click [Save] to finish. Key Format [HEX, 64 Characters] [ASCII, 8 to the settings of ... characters (see Page 147) When [WPA-PSK (TKIP)] is selected When [WPA-PSK (TKIP)] is selected, the WPA-PSK (TKIP) standard will be used for Wireless Connection (BL-C131A Only) Key Format [HEX, 10 characters, 64-bit] [HEX, 26 characters, 128-bit] [HEX, 32 characters, 152-bit] [ASCII, 5 characters, 64-bit] [ASCII, 13...
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Refer to the settings of Characters 64 8-63 Usable Characters 0-9, a-f ASCII characters (see Page 147) 92 Operating Instructions of your wireless router, then enter the [Network Key], select the key format from the pull-down menu, and click [Save] to 63 Characters] No. Key Format [HEX, 64 Characters] [ASCII, 8 to finish. 5.2.1 Configuring the Camera for Wireless Connection (BL-C131A Only) When [WPA2-PSK (AES)] is selected When [WPA2-PSK (AES)] is selected, the WPA2-PSK (AES) standard will be used for encryption.
Refer to the settings of Characters 64 8-63 Usable Characters 0-9, a-f ASCII characters (see Page 147) 92 Operating Instructions of your wireless router, then enter the [Network Key], select the key format from the pull-down menu, and click [Save] to 63 Characters] No. Key Format [HEX, 64 Characters] [ASCII, 8 to finish. 5.2.1 Configuring the Camera for Wireless Connection (BL-C131A Only) When [WPA2-PSK (AES)] is selected When [WPA2-PSK (AES)] is selected, the WPA2-PSK (AES) standard will be used for encryption.
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... MAC address of the camera to the WIRED position. Confirm the camera's wireless settings are correct and match the settings of the camera to the WIRELESS position. 3. During this time, the router's wireless indicator may be incorrect. 5.2.2 Restarting the Camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C131A Only) 5.2.2 Restarting the Camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C131A Only) After you have configured the camera for about 5 minutes. Turn...
... MAC address of the camera to the WIRED position. Confirm the camera's wireless settings are correct and match the settings of the camera to the WIRELESS position. 3. During this time, the router's wireless indicator may be incorrect. 5.2.2 Restarting the Camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C131A Only) 5.2.2 Restarting the Camera in Wireless Mode (BL-C131A Only) After you have configured the camera for about 5 minutes. Turn...
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...]. 3. Refer to [MAC address of the camera's wireless module (i.e., the MAC address used when the camera is no signal (0%) See the Panasonic Network Camera support site (http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam) for troubleshooting assistance. 1. 8.2 Confirming Wireless Status (BL-C131A Only) 8.2 Confirming Wireless Status (BL-C131A Only) You can confirm various wireless information on the [Wireless Status] page such as you when the...
...]. 3. Refer to [MAC address of the camera's wireless module (i.e., the MAC address used when the camera is no signal (0%) See the Panasonic Network Camera support site (http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam) for troubleshooting assistance. 1. 8.2 Confirming Wireless Status (BL-C131A Only) 8.2 Confirming Wireless Status (BL-C131A Only) You can confirm various wireless information on the [Wireless Status] page such as you when the...
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9 The [Support] Tab The [Support] tab can be accessed by all users and provides access to the Panasonic Network Camera website where you can view product information. Operating Instructions 129 The [Product Information] page Displays a link to the following pages. The [Support Information] page Displays a link to the Panasonic Network Camera website, where you can view technical files, download the latest firmware, etc. The [Help] page Displays basic help information regarding wireless settings. The [Wireless Help] page (BL-C131A only) Displays basic help information.
9 The [Support] Tab The [Support] tab can be accessed by all users and provides access to the Panasonic Network Camera website where you can view product information. Operating Instructions 129 The [Product Information] page Displays a link to the following pages. The [Support Information] page Displays a link to the Panasonic Network Camera website, where you can view technical files, download the latest firmware, etc. The [Help] page Displays basic help information regarding wireless settings. The [Wireless Help] page (BL-C131A only) Displays basic help information.
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... 2. Note • The current network settings can also confirm the camera's IPv6 address using the camera in this setting at [Auto Negotiation]. • BL-C131A only: If using the Setup Program. 10.3 Configuring Your Camera for IPv6 10.3 Configuring Your Camera for IPv6 When the [Connection Mode...make the appropriate settings as described in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be confirmed on the [Status] page (see Page 119). Operating Instructions 133 Under [Max. Under [DNS], enter the IP addresses of the screen under [Basic], click [Network (IPv6)]. 3. To assign a ...
... 2. Note • The current network settings can also confirm the camera's IPv6 address using the camera in this setting at [Auto Negotiation]. • BL-C131A only: If using the Setup Program. 10.3 Configuring Your Camera for IPv6 10.3 Configuring Your Camera for IPv6 When the [Connection Mode...make the appropriate settings as described in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be confirmed on the [Status] page (see Page 119). Operating Instructions 133 Under [Max. Under [DNS], enter the IP addresses of the screen under [Basic], click [Network (IPv6)]. 3. To assign a ...
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...DNS servers provided by your ISP or network administrator about which port numbers are estimated file sizes; Under [Connection Type], select the appropriate connection type. • Normally you want to allow access from the Internet using the camera in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be selected... 5. Click [Save]. 8. Ask your ISP. 4. Note that some ISPs do not allow the camera to use. • This setting is effective for both IPv4 and IPv6 connections. • BL-C131A only: If using port 80. the actual file size may vary depending on image quality, image brightness...
...DNS servers provided by your ISP or network administrator about which port numbers are estimated file sizes; Under [Connection Type], select the appropriate connection type. • Normally you want to allow access from the Internet using the camera in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be selected... 5. Click [Save]. 8. Ask your ISP. 4. Note that some ISPs do not allow the camera to use. • This setting is effective for both IPv4 and IPv6 connections. • BL-C131A only: If using port 80. the actual file size may vary depending on image quality, image brightness...
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... Icon in My Net- Bandwidth Usage (Mbps) Unlimited Connection Type Auto Negotiation Wireless (BL-C131A on- 13.4 Default Setting List xxOLD SPxEx C 13.4 Default Setting List Basic Items Default Network Connection Mode Automatic Setup Allow Access from the Internet No (Automatic Setup only) Network Configuration from Setup Enable Program (Static/DHCP only) Port No. 80...
... Icon in My Net- Bandwidth Usage (Mbps) Unlimited Connection Type Auto Negotiation Wireless (BL-C131A on- 13.4 Default Setting List xxOLD SPxEx C 13.4 Default Setting List Basic Items Default Network Connection Mode Automatic Setup Allow Access from the Internet No (Automatic Setup only) Network Configuration from Setup Enable Program (Static/DHCP only) Port No. 80...