Panasonic WV-NP304 - Manual (Page 5)

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Preface
The network camera WV-NP304 is designed to operate using a PC on a network (10BASE-
T/100BASE-TX).
By connecting to a network (LAN) or the Internet, images and audio from the camera can be
monitored on a PC via a network.
Note:
• It is necessary to configure the network settings of the PC and its network environment to
monitor images and audio from the camera on the PC. It is also necessary that a web
browser is installed on the PC.
Features
Introduction of 1.3 mega pixel progressive
scan CCD
The introduction of the progressive scan type
of CCD has achieved excellence in perform-
ance for motion images and high resolution.
Adaptive black stretch
This function automatically detects dark and
less viewable portions of a subject and
makes the portions brighter.
Important:
• The use of the adaptive black stretch
function may increase noise at the dark
portions of the subject. The use of this
function may also emphasize the dark-
ness or brightness at the border between
the dark and bright portions compared
with other dark or bright portions.
JPEG/MPEG-4 dual encode
MPEG-4 images can be monitored while
monitoring JPEG images.
Focus assist function equipped
This function informs users of an optimal
focal point at focus adjustment.
No special power supply and cable instal-
lation required (Power over Ethernet)
Power can be supplied to the camera and
images/audio transmitted on a single LAN
cable by connecting to PoE-compatible net-
work devices. Special installation of a power
supply for the camera is not required.
Interactive communication with audio is
available
By using the audio output connector and the
microphone in connector, receiving audio
from the camera on a PC and transmitting
audio from the PC to the camera are avail-
able.
Motion detection function
When a motion is detected, this product will
take the following actions.
• Outputs alarm signals
• Transfers images to the FTP server
• Notifies by mail
• Saves images on the SD memory card