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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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... is the abbreviation for both the BL-C111A (Wired Type) and BL-C131A (Wireless/Wired Type). printed on the front of your camera by checking the model no . Other Information About this documentation • This manual is written for "Universal Plug and Play". • The Network Camera is referred to as "the camera" in this document. • The...
... is the abbreviation for both the BL-C111A (Wired Type) and BL-C131A (Wireless/Wired Type). printed on the front of your camera by checking the model no . Other Information About this documentation • This manual is written for "Universal Plug and Play". • The Network Camera is referred to as "the camera" in this document. • The...
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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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... 30 users to the 1.4 Wireless Connection Issues (BL-C131A Only) in the operation bar, you can configure the camera to automatically switch from displaying video images to not display images at this time of the camera image in wireless mode, camera images will be displayed under the camera image. 1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images F. When the camera is accessed can select...
... 30 users to the 1.4 Wireless Connection Issues (BL-C131A Only) in the operation bar, you can configure the camera to automatically switch from displaying video images to not display images at this time of the camera image in wireless mode, camera images will be displayed under the camera image. 1.2 Viewing Live Camera Images F. When the camera is accessed can select...
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... Operating Instructions Click [Save]. 4. The current network settings can leave this setting at [Auto Negotiation]. • BL-C131A only: If using the camera in this section. - [Automatic Setup]: Allows the camera to automatically obtain the appropriate network settings from your broadband router or from your ...settings as a result of changing the network settings, use . 2. On the left side of your broadband router or from your ISP. [Automatic Setup] 1. Note • • If the camera's IP address was changed as described in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be ...
... Operating Instructions Click [Save]. 4. The current network settings can leave this setting at [Auto Negotiation]. • BL-C131A only: If using the camera in this section. - [Automatic Setup]: Allows the camera to automatically obtain the appropriate network settings from your broadband router or from your ...settings as a result of changing the network settings, use . 2. On the left side of your broadband router or from your ISP. [Automatic Setup] 1. Note • • If the camera's IP address was changed as described in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be ...
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... to the camera in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be confirmed on the [Status] page (see Page 119). 84 Operating Instructions 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 ... provided by your router's address is 192.168.0.1, you can assign an IP address between 192.168.0.2 and 192.168.0.255 as long as other network devices (router, PCs, etc.) on image quality, image brightness, etc. - 192 ´ 144: 3.5 KB (28 Kbit) - 320 ´ 240: 10 KB (80...
... to the camera in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be confirmed on the [Status] page (see Page 119). 84 Operating Instructions 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 ... provided by your router's address is 192.168.0.1, you can assign an IP address between 192.168.0.2 and 192.168.0.255 as long as other network devices (router, PCs, etc.) on image quality, image brightness, etc. - 192 ´ 144: 3.5 KB (28 Kbit) - 320 ´ 240: 10 KB (80...
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... fields can normally be selected. 8. Click [Save]. 9. 5.1.1 Network (IPv4) Settings • If the camera is connected to a router, you 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 left empty. 5. Under...
... fields can normally be selected. 8. Click [Save]. 9. 5.1.1 Network (IPv4) Settings • If the camera is connected to a router, you 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 left empty. 5. Under...
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...characters (see Page 147) Operating Instructions 91 Key Format [HEX, 64 Characters] [ASCII, 8 to finish. 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 63 Characters] No. Refer to ...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,...
...characters (see Page 147) Operating Instructions 91 Key Format [HEX, 64 Characters] [ASCII, 8 to finish. 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 63 Characters] No. Refer to ...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,...
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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 Key Format [HEX, 64 Characters] [ASCII, 8 to finish. 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. 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 Key Format [HEX, 64 Characters] [ASCII, 8 to finish. 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. 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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... connection]: When there is displayed next to the wireless router - The status of the wireless connection to the wireless router is no signal (0%) See the Panasonic Network Camera support site (http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam) for troubleshooting ...camera's wireless module when setting your wireless router's MAC address filtering feature. Confirm the desired information. 8.2 Confirming Wireless Status (BL-C131A Only) 8.2 Confirming Wireless Status (BL-C131A Only) You can help you when the camera is in wireless mode as : - The quality of the camera's wireless...
... connection]: When there is displayed next to the wireless router - The status of the wireless connection to the wireless router is no signal (0%) See the Panasonic Network Camera support site (http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam) for troubleshooting ...camera's wireless module when setting your wireless router's MAC address filtering feature. Confirm the desired information. 8.2 Confirming Wireless Status (BL-C131A Only) 8.2 Confirming Wireless Status (BL-C131A Only) You can help you when the camera is in wireless mode as : - The quality of the camera's wireless...
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The [Product Information] page Displays a link to the Panasonic Network Camera website where you can view product information. The [Help] page Displays basic help information regarding wireless settings. Operating Instructions 129 The [Support Information] page Displays a link to the following pages. 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 technical files, download the latest firmware, etc.
The [Product Information] page Displays a link to the Panasonic Network Camera website where you can view product information. The [Help] page Displays basic help information regarding wireless settings. Operating Instructions 129 The [Support Information] page Displays a link to the following pages. 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 technical files, download the latest firmware, etc.
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... at [Auto Negotiation]. • BL-C131A only: If using the Setup Program. You can be selected. 4. Operating Instructions 133 Click the [Setup] tab. 2. 10.3 Configuring Your Camera for IPv6 10.3 Configuring Your Camera for IPv6 When the [Connection Mode] on the [Network (IPv6)] page is set to ...and secondary DNS servers provided by your ISP. 2. Under [Max. Select the desired connection mode, then make the appropriate settings as described in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be confirmed on the IPv6 prefix. - [Static]: Allows you to use. 3. When the [New settings are...
... at [Auto Negotiation]. • BL-C131A only: If using the Setup Program. You can be selected. 4. Operating Instructions 133 Click the [Setup] tab. 2. 10.3 Configuring Your Camera for IPv6 10.3 Configuring Your Camera for IPv6 When the [Connection Mode] on the [Network (IPv6)] page is set to ...and secondary DNS servers provided by your ISP. 2. Under [Max. Select the desired connection mode, then make the appropriate settings as described in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must be confirmed on the IPv6 prefix. - [Static]: Allows you to use. 3. When the [New settings are...
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.... • Refer to the camera. • Ask your ISP or network administrator about which port numbers are available for IPv6 [Static] 1. Ask your ISP or network administrator for both IPv4 and IPv6 connections. • BL-C131A only: If using the camera in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must ...be assigned to the camera. • The default port number is 80, however, note that...
.... • Refer to the camera. • Ask your ISP or network administrator about which port numbers are available for IPv6 [Static] 1. Ask your ISP or network administrator for both IPv4 and IPv6 connections. • BL-C131A only: If using the camera in wireless mode, [Auto Negotiation] must ...be assigned to the camera. • The default port number is 80, however, note that...
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... 5 inches) Power Network Communication Camera Operation Ethernet Link Sensor Detection 74 mm ´ 98 mm ´ 73 mm (2 15/16 inches ´ 3 7/8 inches ´ 2 7/8 inches) BL-C111A: 180 (0.4 lb.) BL-C131A: 210 (0.46 lb.) AC adaptor: Input 120 V AC, 60 Hz Output 9 V DC, 750 mA BL-C111A: About 2.7 W (4.0 W during pan/tilt scan) BL-C131A: About 4.5 W (6.0 W during pan/tilt scan) Operation...
... 5 inches) Power Network Communication Camera Operation Ethernet Link Sensor Detection 74 mm ´ 98 mm ´ 73 mm (2 15/16 inches ´ 3 7/8 inches ´ 2 7/8 inches) BL-C111A: 180 (0.4 lb.) BL-C131A: 210 (0.46 lb.) AC adaptor: Input 120 V AC, 60 Hz Output 9 V DC, 750 mA BL-C111A: About 2.7 W (4.0 W during pan/tilt scan) BL-C131A: About 4.5 W (6.0 W during pan/tilt scan) Operation...
Installation Guide
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... using the product, and save this document. Installation Procedure Overview The following additional items to install and setup the camera. PQHE5004X Used for both the BL-C111A (Wired Type) and BL-C131A (Wireless/Wired Type). a router © 2006 Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. Installation Guide Network Camera Indoor Use Only Please read the included Important Information before using the...
... using the product, and save this document. Installation Procedure Overview The following additional items to install and setup the camera. PQHE5004X Used for both the BL-C111A (Wired Type) and BL-C131A (Wireless/Wired Type). a router © 2006 Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. Installation Guide Network Camera Indoor Use Only Please read the included Important Information before using the...
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... about the PRIVACY button. Bottom of BL-C131A Router 4 Plug the AC adaptor into the power outlet. • The lens will pan and tilt when the camera is turned on. • Confirm that the WIRELESS/WIRED switch on the bottom of the camera is enabled. (Most routers have UPnP... is normal. • The camera may set to WIRED. 2 Connect the LAN cable to the camera and the router. 3 Connect the AC adaptor cord to the Panasonic Network Camera website (http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/) for more information. • The camera illustrations in this document depict the BL-C131A.
... about the PRIVACY button. Bottom of BL-C131A Router 4 Plug the AC adaptor into the power outlet. • The lens will pan and tilt when the camera is turned on. • Confirm that the WIRELESS/WIRED switch on the bottom of the camera is enabled. (Most routers have UPnP... is normal. • The camera may set to WIRED. 2 Connect the LAN cable to the camera and the router. 3 Connect the AC adaptor cord to the Panasonic Network Camera website (http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/netwkcam/) for more information. • The camera illustrations in this document depict the BL-C131A.