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Panasonic BB-HCM381A Network Camera Operating Instructions
This manual provides operating instructions for the Panasonic BB-HCM381A Network Camera, a device designed for dual-stack IPv6 and IPv4 network connectivity. Key features include two-way audio communication (walkie-talkie type), remote control of pan, tilt, zoom, and focus via a web browser, and the ability to record images to an SD memory card. The camera supports up to 42x magnification and includes color night view mode for low-light monitoring.
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| Network Protocol Support | IPv6 and IPv4 (Dual Stack) |
|---|---|
| Audio Communication | 2-way (Walkie-talkie Type) |
| Optical Zoom | 21x |
| Digital Zoom | 2x |
| Vertical Pan Range (Table Mount) | -120° to 0° |
| Vertical Pan Range (Ceiling Mount) | 0° to +90° |
| Image Refresh Rate | 30 frames per second |
| SD Memory Card Capacity Support | 1 GB, 512 MB, 256 MB, 128 MB or 64 MB |
| Recording Capacity (Alarm Buffer) | About 58,000 images |
| Recording Duration (Timer Buffer) | About 41 days |
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Does this camera support IPv6?
Yes, the camera supports IPv6 and IPv4 in a dual-stack design.
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Can I use two-way audio with this camera?
Yes, 2-way audio communication is possible between the camera and a PC using a user-supplied microphone and speaker.
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How many network cameras can be monitored at the same time?
The BB-HCM381 can monitor up to four network cameras simultaneously, with up to twelve image points displayed on a PC.
What image resolutions are supported by the BB-HCM381?
It supports three resolutions: 640×480, 320×240, and 160×120.
