Panasonic Home Monitoring Camera Front Door KX-HN7002

Introduction

The Panasonic Home Monitoring Camera Front Door KX-HN7002 is a cutting-edge security solution designed for homeowners seeking enhanced peace of mind. This camera offers a wide range of features, including a 172-degree field of view, color night vision, and two-way communication capabilities. It is ideal for monitoring home deliveries, communicating with visitors, and ensuring security without incurring monthly fees. Users can record video using a microSD card, and the camera supports integration with popular smart assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant. The KX-HN7002 is part of the HomeHawk series, known for its reliability and user-friendly interface. It is priced in the range of a typical mid-range security camera, making it an affordable option for many households. The camera is widely available at major electronics retailers and online marketplaces.

Accessory information

Supplied accessories

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Installation Location

Wireless communication range
The wireless communication range of each device in the system from the access point is approximately 100 m (up to 328 feet). Wireless communication may be unreliable when the following obstacles are located between the access point and other devices.

Metal doors or screens
Walls containing aluminum-sheet insulation
Walls made of concrete or corrugated iron
Double-pane glass windows
Multiple walls
When using each device on separate floors or in different buildings

Installation location examples

Important:
Install the front door camera with a height of up to 2.2 m (7 feet 3 inches) from the ground. R When possible, install the front door camera more than 2.5 m (8 feet 2 inches) away from

I want to detect visitors approaching the house
Refer to the table below for detecting visitors at an entrance or gate without detecting cars in the street.

Front door camera

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Outdoor camera

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Installation Location

I want to detect people entering the garage
Refer to the table below for detecting people entering a garage without detecting cars in the street.

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Do not install in these locations

Installing in the following areas may cause deformation, discoloration, malfunction, or operational failure..

In direct sunlight or directly under an outdoor light (even if the surroundings are within operational temperature range, parts of the product may become hot.
Areas subject to frequent vibration, shock, or impact
Near fire, heating devices, or air conditioners (including outdoor equipment such as unit compressors)
Areas exposed to grease or steam
Near devices that emit strong radio waves, such as mobile phones
Areas subject to extreme temperature changes (which can lead to condensation). If condensation occurs, wipe the outer surface of the product with a soft dry cloth.
Near coasts directly subjected to sea breezes, or near sulfuric hot springs (exposure to salt can shorten the life of the product)
Near TVs, radios, automated office equipment such as computers, air conditioners, water heater panels (with intercom), or home security equipment (these may cause noise)
Near satellite broadcasting receivers such as tuners, TVs with built-in satellite tuners, and recorders (broadcast images may be distorted)
Areas where hydrogen sulfide, ammonia, dust, or toxic gases are present

Installing in the following areas may cause false detections

Areas where people approach directly from the front of the camera, such as narrow walkways (outdoor camera)
Areas where objects such as trees or hanging laundry move due to wind (temperature variation and motion may cause false detections)
Areas affected by breezes from fans, air conditioning unit compressors, water heaters, or car exhaust (severe temperature variations may cause false detections)
Areas subject to severe weather, such as strong wind (camera shake can cause false detections) or rain (strong rain may be detected as an object moving in front of the camera)
Areas with reflective objects, such as glass, that can interfere with the detection of temperature variationAreas where brightness changes easily
Areas where backlight occurs (faces appear dark and are difficult to identify), such as the following
Areas where most of the background is the sky
Areas where direct sunlight reflects off a white wall or background
Bright areas,, such as those exposed to direct sunlight

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Part names and functions

Camera

Front door camera

Infrared sensor
Speaker
Lens
Light sensor
White LED lens
LED indicator
Microphone
Interface cover
Lock key
micro-USB connector
Charging LED indicator
SETUP
Power slide switch

Outdoor camera
(KX-HN7002/KX-HN7003)

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White LED lens
Lens
Infrared sensors
LED indicator
Microphone
Light sensor
Interface cover
Speaker
SETUP
Power slide switch
Charging LED indicator
Camera nut
USB cover/micro-USB connector
Wall mounting adaptor

Setup overview

Charging the cameras
Make sure the battery is fully charged before you set up the cameras.
Turning the power on for the cameras. Turn the power on.
Downloading the application
Download the [HomeHawk] app to your mobile device.
Connection for the access point
Connect the AC adaptor and Ethernet cable to the access point.
Initial setup
Make sure you can access the system using your mobile device.
Registration
Required only if the camera was purchased separately (i.e., not as part of a bundle).
Confirm the installation area..
Read the information in this document to confirm that the desired installation area is suitable for proper operation.
Installation
Install the camera in the desired location

Camera installation

Installation precautions

Do not use an impact driver. (This may lead to damaged screws or over-tightening.) R Mount the camera on a stable location with a height of 2.2 m (7 feet 3 inches) where the unit can be adequately supported when installing.
Do not mount the camera on a soft mmaterialmay fall down, break, or cause injury.

Wall material information Siding

Use the included screws ø4 mm ´ 25 mm (ø5/32 inches ´ 1 inch). Make sure the pull-out capacity of each screw is at least 294 N (30 kgf).
If the weight of the camera is supported by the siding only, the siding could become damaged. Make sure you mount the camera in a location where the structure behind the siding can be used to support the weight of the camera. If this is not possible due to the thickness of the siding, use cocommercially availablecrews ø4 mm ´ longer than 25 mm (ø5/32 inches ´ longer than 1 inch).
Drill a pilot hole using a drill bit that is appropriate for the type of siding. Remove any debris after drilling the pilot hole. Do not drill the pilot hole into the structure behind the siding.

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Concrete

Do not use the included screws. Use screw anchors (screw ø4 mm (5/32 inches)) designed for concrete walls.
Carefully read the instructions supplied with the anchors. Follow instructions regarding drill bit diameter, hole depth, etc.
Drill a pilot hole. Remove any debris after drilling the pilot hole.

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ALC (autoclaved lightweight cellular concrete)

Depending on the type of ALC panel, you may not be able to attach the camera. Consult the ALC panel manufacturer.
Do not use the included screws. After consulting the manufacturer of the ALC panel, use only commercially available metal screw anchors (screw ø4 mm (5/32 inches)) designed for ALC panels.
Carefully read the instructions supplied with the anchors. Follow instructions regarding drill bit diameter, hole depth, etc.
Drill a pilot hole. Remove any debris after drilling the pilot hole.
Seal the pilot hole with a commercially available waterproof sealant.

Other materials (mortar, tile, etc.)

Do not use the included screws.
Consult the builder or licensed professional regarding the type of anchor appropriate for the installation location and materials.
Do not install on gypsum board or concrete blocks.

Installing the front door camera

Attach the wall mounting adaptor to a porch wall.
1. Secure the wall mounting adaptor to the wall by tightening the 3 supplied screws (A).
2. The spacer can be used to adjust the installation angle of the camera as necessary (“Using the spacer”, page 28).
3. Do not attach the wall mounting adaptor at an angle or vertically. (This will result in the sensors being unable to correctly make detections.)
Slide the lock key of the interface cover on the bottom of the camera (B).
Open the interface cover (C).
Slide the power slide switch to ON (D). lock key (F).
Match the positions of the hooks of the camera and wall mounting adaptor (G).
Rotate the camera until you hear a click,, and the camera is securely mounted. d

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Using the spacer
Use the supplied spacer to adjust the installation angle of the camera. Insert the spacer between the wall mounting adaptor and the w.. wall..

Removing the front door camera
Rotate the camera towards the wall (A), and then pull it away from the wall mounting adaptor (B).

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Installing the outdoor camera

Open the interface cover (A), and then slide the power slide switch to ON (B) .
Close the interface cover (C).
Secure the safety wire ring to the camera nut of the camera using a driver (D), and then pass the safety wire through the ring of the safety wire ring (E).
Drive the wall mounting screws into the wall.ll..
Mount the wall mounting adaptor to the wall. Next, attach the safety wire to the wall, and then attach the camera to the wall mounting adaptor.
1. Wall mounting screws
2. 25.4 mm (1 inch)
3. Ho..le You can prevent the camera from falling by passing a string through the hole in the wall mounting adaptor.
Adjust the camera angle.
Note:
Attach the safety wire while it is bent.
Attach the safety wire high on the wall so that the camera does not detach from the wall.
Do not hang from the camera or wall mounting adaptor.

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Specifications

Frequency range

Wireless LAN:
- 2.412 GHz – 2.462 GHz (channels 1 – 11)

RF transmission power

Wireless LAN:
- Access point: 200 mW (peak transmission power)
- Front door camera/Outdoor camera: 100 mW (peak transmission power)

Power source

Access point:
- 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Front door camera/Outdoor camera:
- 5.0 V, 1.0 A*1
Power consumption
- Access point:
- Standby: 1.2 W
- Maximum: 6 W

Battery performance

Front door camera/Outdoor camera:
- Operating time: 7 hours approx. 3 months (when used 5 minutes a day)*2

Operating conditions

Access point:
- 0 °C – 40 °C (32 °F – 104 °F)
20 % – 80 % relative air humidity (dry) Front door camera/Outdoor camera:
- -20 °C – 50 °C (-4 °F – 122 °F) up to 90 % relative air humidity (non-condensing)
Image sensor
- Front door camera/Outdoor camera: 1.0 megapixel CMOS

Minimum illuminance required

Front door camera/Outdoor camera:
- IR-LED: 0 lx*3
- White LED: 1 lx

Focal length

Front door camera/Outdoor camera:
- Fixed 0.2 m (0.7 feet) – infinity
Angular field of view (camera angle)
- Front door camera/Outdoor camera: 172°
Motion detection method
- Pyroelectric infrared sensor (PIR sensor) and visual sensor
- PIR sensor detection range (when the surrounding temperature is approx. 25 °C (77 °F))
Front door camera:
- Horizontal: 170°
- Vertical: 36°
- Detection range: 2.5 m (8 feet 2 inches)
Outdoor camera:
- Horizontal: 170°
- Vertical: 19.1°
- Detection range: 6 m (19 feet 8 inches)

Visual sensor detection range

Front door camera/Outdoor camera:
- Horizontal: 150°
- Vertical: 85°
IP rating
- Front door camera/Outdoor camera: IP65*4

Dimensions (height × width × depth)

Access point: Approx. 179 mm ´ 94 mm ´ 52 mm (7 1/16 inches ´ 3 11/16 inches ´ 2 1/16 inches)
Front door camera: Approx. 58 mm ´ 271 mm ´ 61 mm (2 5/16 inches ´ 10 11/16 inches ´ 2 3/8 inches)*5
Outdoor camera: Approx. 98 mm ´ 71 mm ´ 94 mm (3 7/8 inches ´ 2 13/16 inches ´ 3 11/16 inches)*5 R Mass (weight)
Access point: Approx. 200 g (0.44 lb)
Front door camera: Approx. 390 g (0.86 lb)*5
Outdoor camera: Approx. 490 g (1.08 lb)*5

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)

Panasonic Products Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA Only)
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Corporation of North America (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts,(b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace,, or refund will be made by the warrantor.

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During the “Labor” warranty period,,d there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States.

This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product that was sold “as is”.

Mail-In Service--Online Repair Request
Online Repair Request
To submit a new repair request and for quick repair status,, visit our website
When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in the Owner’s Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately,, nd, andwell-packedl in a carton box. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries,, please visit our website
as Panasonic is committed to providing the most up-to-date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address,, and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required under the

Limited Warranty.

IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID, ID, AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Limited Warranty Limits and Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which re caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty tallation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center o ther Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data, or o, other memory or recorded content.
The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to:
- Consumer Affairs Department Panasonic Corporation of North America 661 Independence Parkway Chesapeake, VA 2332

Troubleshooting the Panasonic Home Monitoring Camera Front Door KX-HN7002

Common issues with the KX-HN7002 can often be resolved through simple troubleshooting steps:

Connection Issues: Ensure the camera is properly connected to the access point and that your Wi-Fi network is stable. Restart both devices if necessary.
Video Quality: Adjust the camera's position or video resolution settings to improve image clarity.
Motion Detection: Check the sensitivity settings to ensure they are not too high or too low, causing false alerts.

For more complex issues, refer to the user manual or contact Panasonic support. The camera is backed by a manufacturer's warranty, and additional support options are available through the Panasonic customer service hotline.

Pros and Cons of the Panasonic Home Monitoring Camera Front Door KX-HN7002

Pros

No Monthly Fees: Users can enjoy full functionality without subscription costs.
Wide Field of View: Offers a 172-degree angle, providing comprehensive coverage.
Color Night Vision: Enables clear monitoring even in low-light conditions.
Two-Way Communication: Allows users to speak with visitors remotely.

Cons

Sound Quality: Some users report that audio can be subpar.
MicroSD Card Requirement: Users must purchase a microSD card for video recording.

Overall, the KX-HN7002 offers excellent value for its price, making it a solid choice for those seeking a reliable front door security camera.

Customer Reviews for the Panasonic Home Monitoring Camera Front Door KX-HN7002

Customers generally praise the Panasonic Home Monitoring Camera for its ease of setup and robust features. Common praises include the wide-angle view and color night vision, which provide excellent visibility. However, some users note that the sound quality could be improved. The camera typically receives a high rating, with many users recommending it for its cost-effectiveness and reliable performance. Star ratings often range from 4 to 5 out of 5 stars, reflecting overall satisfaction with the product.

For those considering purchasing, it is recommended to pair the camera with a high-quality microSD card to fully utilize its recording capabilities.

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