32How to Display the Settings MenusThe settings for the encoder and the decoder are required to operate for the first time respectively. (The settings will berequired also when the settings are initialized.)The settings for the encoder and the decoder can be performed using a web browser installed on a PC. (Refer to the"System Requirements" of on page 8 about web browsers that can be used.)To perform the settings, connect the encoder or the decoder by one of the following.• Connect the encoder or the decoder to a PC directly (Recommended)In this case, it is necessary to change the network settings of a PC used for the settings.• Connect the encoder and the decoder to a network (LAN)In this case, the network settings of the encoder and the decoder (IP addresses, the default gateway, etc.) arerequired to be the same as the settings of the connected network.Depending on the user's environment, it is necessary to change the network settings of the encoder and the decoder (IPaddresses, subnet masks, etc.).In this case, using the "Panasonic IP Setup" software (included on the provided CD-ROM) will be useful to perform thesettings.Refer to the operating instructions (pdf file) on the supplied CD-ROM about the "Panasonic IP Setup" software and thesettings of the encoder and the decoder.Refer to these operating instructions for how to display the top page of the settings menus.Before Starting SettingsPerform the following before starting settings.1. Connect the encoder, the decoder and the PC in either way shown in the illustration below.2. Turn the power switch of the encoder or the decoder to ON after the connection.SETUPEncoder/DecoderEncoder/DecoderWhen connecting with a PC directlyWhen connecting to a PC via a hubPCPCEthernet cable(Cross cable)Ethernet cable(Straight cable)Switching hub