Installation Guide
Network Camera
Please read the Important Information before using.
"Network Camera" is called "Camera" in this manual.
"Setup CD-ROM" is called "CD-ROM" in this manual.
The illustrations used in this manual are of BB-HCM381.
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Indoor Use Only
Model No. BB-HCM381 (AC Adaptor Type)
BB-HCE481 (PoE Type)
This manual is for both BB-HCM381 (AC Adaptor Type) and BB-HCE481 (PoE Type). Available features and operations
are different in part depending on the model. Read the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM carefully and use the
Network Camera properly.
Mount the camera after the camera is connected and finished setting up following Getting Started.
Installation Procedures
Temporarily place
Temporarily place the camera where you like to view images.
the camera.
Adjust the position and direction of the camera while you confirm that
images are displayed on the monitor as you imaged.
Adjust the position and
direction of the camera.
The camera can be mounted on the ceiling.
Attach the camera firmly when mounting on the ceiling.
Attach the camera.
The camera can be viewed in the least light requirement at 3 lx (default). Use supplemental lighting for the dimly lit places.
(The camera can be viewed in the least of 0.09 lx in the color night view mode (see page 86 of the Operating Instructions on
the CD-ROM), which may increase the refresh interval.)
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After preparing the Ethernet cable that has enough length, mount the camera.
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Mounting and cabling instructions described in this Installation Guide 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.
Wiring through a hole made in the ceiling
Mounting on the Ceiling
Make sure the camera is firmly mounted on the ceiling.
Attach the Ceiling Plate B on the ceiling with Screws B.
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The camera is available between 15˚ based on level line
for mounting.
Keep more than 100 mm
off the wall or other obstacles.
The camera should be uninstalled from the ceiling when removing
the SD memory card (see page 146 of the Operating Instructions
on the CD-ROM).
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Camera direction
The camera is intended for indoor use only. Prolonged exposure
to direct sunlight or halogen light may damage CCD.
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100 mm
The camera's MAC address and serial number are printed on the
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bottom of the camera. They are needed in order for camera
configuration and maintenance. Record both of them for before
mounting the camera.
Set the Mounting type setting to [On the ceiling] on the Camera Setup
page (see page 86 of the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM).
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Screws B (4 pcs.)
Two ways of wiring can be considered; wiring through a hole made
in the ceiling or wiring without making a hole for a cable in the ceiling.
Select either one of the two.
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Attach the Ceiling Plate B more than 100 mm off the wall or other
obstacles from its center.
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Make sure the camera is firmly mounted on a beam of wood etc.
When there is no beam, apply a board on the other side of the
ceiling to make sure the camera does not drop.
The audio cable or audio/video cable cannot be connected or
removed after mounting on the ceiling.
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