Panasonic WV-NW484S Network Camera - Page 18

Installation and Connections Installation Precautions The following describes how to install the camera. Before you install and connect the camera, check and prepare the required peripheral devices and cables. Before you connect the camera, turn off all devices to be connected, such as this camera and PC. Camera Installation Location Discuss the installation location for the camera with your retailer, and select a place that is strong enough for the installation. • Install the camera on a ceiling (concrete, etc.) at a location that is sufficiently strong to support it. • Install the camera body on the foundation section of the building or sections having sufficient bearing strength. This camera is for installation under eaves. • Do not install it in areas exposed to direct sunlight or rain. Never install or use the camera in the following locations. • Near a swimming pool or other areas where chemicals are used. • Food preparation areas and other locations where there are large amounts of steam vapor and oil, in flammable atmospheres, other special environments. • Areas where radiation, X-rays, strong electric waves, or magnetism is generated. • At sea, in coastal areas, or in areas where corrosive gas is being generated. • Areas outside of the allowable ambient operating temperature range (→ page 47). • On a motor vehicle, a boat, or other areas subject to strong vibration. (This camera is not designed for use on a vehicle.) • When installing the camera on a ceiling of insufficient strength, reinforce the ceiling. When not in use, always remove the unit. About White Balance White balance may not be correctly obtained in the following instances: • When capturing subjects having extremely little white or subjects close to a single color. • When capturing images outdoors at dawn or dusk or in low illumination. • When capturing images having extremely different color temperatures (e.g. in color lighting). 18