( 3 reviews )
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Posted: May 29 2009
First off like to thanks Panasonic customer service for helping me make my decision on the Camera Model: BB-HCM531A. I end up geting 2 of them and had them up now for three weeks. I Order the software that you can record up to 64 cameras at one time. Still testing out the cameras, works wonderful and been in in 3 rain stroms and held up great. The Software i got for the cameras Model:BB-HNP15A is nice and easy to record with. the Cameras are easy to set up but if you need help Panasonic Tech support will walk you through setup for each and every camera. You cant go wrong guys Panasonice Tech support will help you get up and running . I look for weeks for a camera set up and read up on forms and not allot of help out there when looking for IP Cameras, but i went with Panasonic after calling them first. I told them what i needed They will give you recommendation on cameras for your Needs. I Seen some Post on this Camera about not having a power source, YOU WILL NEED PoE "Power Over Ethernet" I got D-link DES-1008PA This is a 4 port PoE switch there are others out there but for under $200 good name brand. Hope this helps Oh one more thing Cat5E cable make sure you get the UV for out side will last longer from the weather.
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( 1 of 1 found this review helpful ) Posted: Jun 7 2008
For an outdoor IP camera, this camera rates high with me and even more so after comparing it with the Toshiba IK-WB15A IP camera. I set it up as a weather cam, but found it did really great as a security cam. With a 2GB SD memory card in it, I have seen over 10,000 images on it. I record every passing vehicle, triggered by motion, and every 60 seconds for the weather. Looking forward to getting the MegaPixel version soon. Down side of this camera, no optical zoom options in this body style. The camera has a 10X digital zoom which is not something I see as not being good for much. Now the good side: Nice sharp images during the day time, even of moving objects like cars and people running past the camera. Automatically adjusts the shutter speed at night, and does good in low light level, but not good enough for sharp images of moving objects at night. Multiple alarm settings (5) really nice and easy to set up. Records a great sharp image of moving objects in day time. I see all who drive by! Makes a great stand-alone security camera. SD Memory card slot, with 2gb, I have about 10,000 images on it. Multi view Screen, view 4 cameras at one time. Can view and move PTZ over cell phone/PDAs. Fast PTZ. PTZ limits are nice and wide, both up and down, and side to side. Audio I/O are located where they are protected from the weather, unlike the Toshiba IK-WB15A, that you cannot use if you use the sun shield. Built in mic, very sensitive!! Not only can I see you, but I can hear you! POE, makes for easy installation! Would not have it any other way. Love it! Small body size. Good WB control, the colors are true. In general, I am very pleased with the way this camera works.
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( 9 of 23 found this review helpful ) Posted: Sep 26 2007
This cam must be powered by a POE hub or a separate additional a/c adapter neither of which are included with the camera. Would have been nice to know this BEFORE purchase. For a $600 item you would think that Panasonic would include a way to TURN IT ON, but NO. The ac adapter is item BB-HCA3A (about $40)and IS NOT RATED FOR OUTSIDE USE (which is the whole idea for using a outside camera). I have not been able to find where the POE hub mentioned in the installation instructions might be available, there is no part number or other information. Very disappointing.
