Network Disk Recorder

Installation Guide

Model No.

WJ-ND300A

WJ-ND300A/G

ALARM

ALARM

SUSPENDED

OPERATE

ERROR TIMER

REC

1-LINK/ACT-2

HDD 1

HDD 2

HDD 3

HDD 4

PULL

ESC

SET

Network Disc Re

WJ-ND corder

300

A

Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.

The model number is abbreviated in some descriptions in this manual.

We declare under our sole responsibility that the product to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the standards or other normative documents following the provisions of Directives 2006/95/EC and

2004/108/EC.

Wir erklären in alleiniger Verantwortung, daß das Produkt, auf das sich diese Erklärung bezieht, mit der folgenden Normen oder normativen

Dokumenten übereinstimmt. Gemäß den Bestimmungen der Richtlinie

2006/95/EC und 2004/108/EC.

WARNING:

• This apparatus must be earthed.

• Apparatus shall be connected to a main socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

• The mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.

• To prevent fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

• The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

• All work related to the installation of this product should be made by qualified service personnel or system installers.

• For PERMANENTLY CONNECTED APPARATUS provided neither with an all-pole MAINS SWITCH nor an all-all pole circuit breaker, the installation shall be carried out in accordance with all applicable installation rules.

• The connections should comply with local electrical code.

CAUTION:

Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read the label on the bottom.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated

"dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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Power disconnection. Unit with or without ON-OFF switches have power supplied to the unit whenever the power cord is inserted into the power source; however, the unit is operational only when the ON-OFF switch is in the ON position. Unplug the power cord to disconnect the main power for all units.

Nous déclarons sous note seule responsabilité que le produit auquel se réfère la présente déclaration est conforme aux normes ou autres documents normatifs conformément aux dispositions des directives

2006/95/CE et 2004/108/CE.

Nosotros declaramos bajo nuestra única responsabilidad que el producto a que hace referencia esta declaración está conforme con las normas u otros documentos normativos siguiendo las estipulaciones de las directivas 2006/95/CE y 2004/108/CE.

Noi dichiariamo sotto nostra esclusiva responsabilità che il prodotto a cui si riferisce la presente dichiarazione risulta conforme ai seguenti standard o altri documenti normativi conformi alle disposizioni delle direttive 2006/95/CE e 2004/108/CE.

Wij verklaren als enige aansprakelijke, dat het product waarop deze verklaring betrekking heeft, voldoet aan de volgende normen of andere normatieve documenten, overeenkomstig de bepalingen van Richtlijnen

2006/95/EC en 2004/108/EC.

Vi erklærer os eneansvarlige for, at dette produkt, som denne deklaration omhandler, er i overensstemmelse med standarder eller andre normative dokumenter i følge bestemmelserne i direktivene

2006/95/EC og 2004/108/EC.

Vi deklarerar härmed värt fulla ansvar för att den produkt till vilken denna deklaration hänvisar är i överensstämmelse med standarddokument, eller andra normativa dokument som framställs i direktiv nr. 2006/95/EC och 2004/108/EC.

Ilmoitamme yksinomaisella vastuullamme, että tuote, jota tämä ilmoitus koskee, noudattaa seuraavia standardeja tai muita ohjeellisia asiakirjoja, jotka noudattavat direktiivien 2006/95/EC ja 2004/108/EC säädöksiä.

Vi erklærer oss alene ansvarlige for at produktet som denne erklæringen gjelder for, er i overensstemmelse med følgende normer eller andre normgivende dokumenter som følger bestemmelsene i direktivene

2006/95/EC og 2004/108/EC.

For U.K.

FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CARE-

FULLY.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience.

A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.

Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amp and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to

BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark

H or the BSI mark

G on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.

If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.

A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic

Dealer.

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCK-

ET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE

REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.

THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE

CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP SOCKET.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the differs according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B).

Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below.

Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver and replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A Figure B

For Canada

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian

ICES-003.

For U.S.A

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to

Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

For U.S.A

The serial number of this product may be found on the surface of the unit.

You should note the model number and serial number of this unit in the space provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in the event of theft.

Model No.

Serial No.

Limitation of Liability

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RANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,

INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WAR-

RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY PAR-

TICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THE

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THIS PUBLICATION COULD INCLUDE TECHNICAL INAC-

CURACIES OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. CHANGES

ARE ADDED TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN, AT ANY

TIME, FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS OF THIS PUBLICATION

AND/OR THE CORRESPONDING PRODUCT (S).

Disclaimer of Warranty

IN NO EVENT SHALL Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd.

BE LIABLE TO ANY PARTY OR ANY PERSON, EXCEPT

FOR REPLACEMENT OR REASONABLE MAINTENANCE

OF THE PRODUCT, FOR THE CASES, INCLUDING BUT

NOT LIMITED TO BELOW:

(1) ANY DAMAGE AND LOSS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIM-

ITATION, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSE-

QUENTIAL OR EXEMPLARY, ARISING OUT OF OR

RELATING TO THE PRODUCT;

(2) PERSONAL INJURY OR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY

INAPPROPRIATE USE OR NEGLIGENT OPERATION

OF THE USER;

(3) UNAUTHORIZED DISASSEMBLE, REPAIR OR MODIFI-

CATION OF THE PRODUCT BY THE USER;

(4) ANY PROBLEM, CONSEQUENTIAL INCONVENIENCE,

OR LOSS OR DAMAGE, ARISING OUT OF THE SYS-

TEM COMBINED BY THE DEVICES OF THIRD PARTY.

(5) ANY CLAIM OR ACTION FOR DAMAGES, BROUGHT

BY ANY PERSON OR ORGANIZATION BEING A PHO-

TOGENIC SUBJECT, DUE TO VIOLATION OF PRIVACY

WITH THE RESULT OF THAT SURVEILLANCE-CAMER-

A’S PICTURE, INCLUDING SAVED DATA, FOR SOME

REASON, BECOMES PUBLIC OR IS USED FOR THE

PURPOSE OTHER THAN SURVEILLANCE.

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Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

CONTENTS

Limitation of Liability ................................................................................................................................... 3

Disclaimer of Warranty ............................................................................................................................... 3

Important Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................................... 4

Precautions ................................................................................................................................................. 6

Trademarks and Registered Trademarks ................................................................................................... 8

About these Operating Instructions ............................................................................................................ 8

Network Security ........................................................................................................................................ 8

Preface ....................................................................................................................................................... 9

Features ..................................................................................................................................................... 9

Major Operating Controls and Their Functions ........................................................................................... 10

■ Front View ............................................................................................................................................ 10

■ Rear View ............................................................................................................................................. 11

Rack Mounting ............................................................................................................................................ 12

Connections ................................................................................................................................................ 13

Connection Type ...................................................................................................................................... 13

Connection between cameras and PCs ................................................................................................... 14

Connecting with Extension Unit ............................................................................................................... 16

■ How to Use the Terminals of the ALARM/CONTROL Connector ......................................................... 18

■ How to Use the Terminals of the ALARM Connector ........................................................................... 22

How to Replace Hard Disk Drives .............................................................................................................. 24

Turn On/Off the Power of the Unit .............................................................................................................. 27

Turn on the Power of the Unit .................................................................................................................. 27

Turn off the Power of the Unit .................................................................................................................. 27

Operation Using the Buttons on the Front Panel ........................................................................................ 28

Check the Network Settings ..................................................................................................................... 29

Set the Network Settings .......................................................................................................................... 30

Key Lock Settings .................................................................................................................................... 31

Set the HDD Mode ................................................................................................................................... 31

Set the HDD Safety Mode ........................................................................................................................ 33

Check the Unit Number of the Extension Unit .......................................................................................... 34

Reboot the Unit Manually ......................................................................................................................... 35

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................... 36

Specification ................................................................................................................................................38

Standard Accessories ..................................................................................................................................38

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Precautions

• Refer all work related to the installation of this product to qualified service personnel or system installers.

• Do not operate the unit beyond their its specified temperature, humidity, or power source ratings.

Use the unit at temperatures between +5 °C - +45 °C

{41 °F - 113 °F} and where the humidity is between 5 % -

90 %.

The input power source for NTSC model is 120 V AC

60 Hz, for PAL model is 220 V - 240 V AC 50 Hz.

Performance and lifetime of hard disk drives are easily affected by heat (used at high temperature) characteristically. It is recommended to use this unit at temperatures between +20 °C - +30 °C {68 °F - 86 °F}.

• POWER switch

The POWER switch is located on the rear of the unit.

Even though the POWER switch is set to "OFF", the power supply will not be cut. To cut the power supply, unplug the power plug of the unit from the AC outlet.

When using the power supply control unit, turn off the power of the power supply control unit.

• Built-in backup battery

Before the first use, charge the built-in backup battery

(lithium battery) by turning on the power for 48 hours or more.

If it is not charged enough, in a case where the power goes down, the internal clock may keep bad time or the operative condition may be different to that before the electric power failure.

The built-in battery life is approximately 5 years as an indication of replacement. (This is just an indication of replacement. We are not providing any guarantee of the built-in battery lifetime. Replacement cost of the built-in battery is not covered by the warranty even if it needs to be done within the warranty period.) Ask the shop where you purchased the unit when replacement of the battery is required.

• Built-in hard disk drives

Hard disk drives are vulnerable to vibration. Handle them with care.

It is possible to damage them if they are moved while their motors are still running. Do not move them just after turning their power on or off (for around 30 seconds).

When hard disk drive trouble occurs, replace it immediately. Consult your dealer for servicing.

When replacing the hard disk drives, take notice of the following.

• Protect the hard disk drives from static electricity.

• Do not stack them, or keep them upright.

• Do not use an electric screwdriver to fix them.

(Tightening torque: Approx. 0.49 N · m {5 kgf · cm})

• Avoid rapid changes of the temperature/humidity to prevent condensation. (Acceptable change: within

15 °C/h {59 °F/h})

• Heat dissipation

Refer to the following to prevent fire and malfunction of the unit.

• Do not block the ventilation openings in the cover to prevent the unit from overheating. Maintain the unit periodically to prevent dust from blocking openings.

• Clear a space of more than 5 cm {1.97"} from both sides, the top, and the rear of the unit.

• The cooling fan is perishable. Contact your dealer for servicing.

• Grounding

Confirm that the wire is connected from the SIGNAL

GND terminal to earth ground.

A grounding connection must be made before connecting the power plug of the unit to the main power supply.

When disconnecting the grounding wire, make sure that the power plug of the unit is disconnected from the main power supply.

• Avoid placing the unit near noise sources

If the unit is placed near noise sources such as fluorescent lamps, noises may be produced. In this case, rewire avoiding the noise sources, or move the unit to the place far from them.

• Places to avoid

Do not place the unit in the following places:

• Places exposed to direct sunlight

• Places subject to having strong vibration or impact

• Near magnetic field sources such as a television or speakers

• Place where condensation forms easily, where temperature changes greatly, humid places

• Steamy and oily places such as kitchens

• Places which are not level

• Cleaning

Turn the power off when cleaning the unit. Otherwise it may cause injuries.

Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning the unit body.

Use a dry cloth to clean the unit when it is dirty.

When the dirt is hard to remove, use a mild detergent and wipe gently.

• Indication label

Refer to the indication label placed on the surface of the unit as to the indications of equipment classification and power source, etc.

• Handle the unit with care.

Do not strike or shake, as this may damage the unit.

• Do not strike or give a strong shock to the unit.

It may cause damage or allow water to enter the unit.

• Place the unit horizontally on a level surface.

Do not place the unit in an upright position. When stacking multiple units, clear a space of more than 5 cm

{1.97"} from both sides, the top, the bottom and the rear of the units.

• Avoid placing receptacles that contain liquids such as water near the unit.

If liquid spills onto the unit, it may cause fire or an electric shock.

• Prevent condensation from forming on the surface of the hard disk.

If this happens, do not turn on the power of the recorder and leave the recorder for around 2 hours.

Wait until the dew evaporates in any of the following cases:

• The recorder is placed in an extremely humid place.

• The recorder is placed in a room where a heater has just been turned on.

• The recorder is moved from an air-conditioned room to a humid and high-temperature room.

• When the unit has not been used for a certain period, turn on the power of the unit (approximately once a week), and perform recording/playback to prevent interferences with functions.

• We recommend that you make a note of your settings and save them. This will help when you are required to change the system configuration, or when unexpected trouble or failure occurs.

• Distributing, copying, disassembling, reverse compiling, reverse engineering, and also exporting in violation of export laws of the software provided with this product, is expressly prohibited.

• MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License

This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 Visual

Patent Portfolio License for the personal and noncommercial use of a consumer for (i) encoding video in compliance with the MPEG-4 Visual Standard ("MPEG-4

Video") and/or (ii) decoding MPEG-4 Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed by MPEG LA to provide MPEG-

4 Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information including that relating to promotional, internal and commercial uses and licensing may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.

See http://www.mpegla.com.

• Copyright

Distributing, copying, disassembling, reverse compiling and reverse engineering of the software provided with this product are all expressly prohibited. In addition, exporting any software provided with this product violating export laws is prohibited.

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Trademarks and Registered Trademarks

• Adobe, Adobe logos, and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the U.S. and/or other countries.

• Microsoft, Windows and Windows XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.

• Other names of companies and products contained in these operating instructions may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

About these Operating Instructions

There are 3 sets of operating instructions for the WJ-ND300A as follows.

• Installation Guide (this book)

• Operating Instructions (PDF)

• Setup Instructions (PDF)

The "Installation Guide" contains descriptions of how to install/connect this unit, and descriptions of how to operate this unit with the buttons on the front panel.

Refer to the "Operating Instructions" on the provided CD-ROM for descriptions of how to operate this unit with a PC.

Refer to the "Setup Instructions" on the provided CD-ROM for descriptions of how to perform the required settings and how to connect to other devices.

Adobe ® Reader is required to read the "Operating Instructions" and the "Setup Instructions" on the provided CD-ROM. When the Adobe ® Reader is not installed on the PC, download the latest Adobe ® Reader from the Adobe web site and install it.

"WJ-ND300A" or "ND300A" shown in the illustrations used in these operating instructions indicate this unit or the WJ-ND300A series.

Network Security

As you will use this product connected to a network, your attention is called to the following security risks.

1. Leakage or theft of information through this product

2. Use of this product for illegal operations by persons with malicious intent

3. Interference with or stoppage of this product by persons with malicious intent

It is your responsibility to take precautions such as those described below to protect yourself against the above network security risks.

• Use this product in a network secured by a firewall, etc.

• If this product is connected to a network that includes PCs, make sure that the system is not infected by computer viruses or other malicious entities (using a regularly updated anti-virus program, anti-spyware program, etc.).

• Protect your network against unauthorized access by restricting users to those who log in with an authorized user name and password.

• Apply measures such as user authentication to protect your network against leakage or theft of information, including image data, authentication information (user names and passwords), alarm mail information, FTP server information and DDNS server information.

Preface

The Network Disk Recorders WJ-ND300A is designed for use within a surveillance system.

The network disk recorder is a recording device using a hard disk drive to record pictures of network cameras instead of using videotapes so that pictures recorded by repeated overwriting will not experience deterioration of the recorded picture quality.

Up to 32 cameras can be connected to the WJ-ND300A via a network and it is possible to record their camera pictures. It is possible to perform the settings or operate the unit using a web browser installed on a PC when this unit is connected to a network.

Features

Various Recording Functions

• Multi-Recording

It is possible to perform multiple recordings using a single digital disk recorder even if the operating environments are different, for example, recording pictures of cameras in different places with different recording rates.

• Schedule recording

It is possible to perform recording automatically at a scheduled time on a designated day of the week. It is also possible to apply different recording settings, such as the recording rate, by the schedule time.

• Emergency Recording

In the case of an emergency, emergency recordings will be given a higher priority than other recording modes by operating an external switch.

• External Timer Recording

It is possible to perform recording automatically using an external timer.

• Event Recording

At an event occurrence, such as when an alarm signal is supplied, the recording rate can be changed.

Downloading/Transmitting Images

It is possible to download (save) the currently displayed image in the web browser window onto the hard disk of a

PC. By establishing an FTP server, it is possible to transmit images to a designated FTP server. When an event occurs, it is possible to transmit images from the camera installed in the place where the event occurred.

Security Function and Reliability

• Authentication function (registration of ID and password) allows users access to a predetermined selection of the available functions. Up to 32 users can be registered.

• If a hard disk crashes, the RAID 5 function (*1) prevents any data loss.

*1: To use the RAID 5 function, an optional extension unit is required.

Host Authentication

It is possible to restrict devices from operating this unit if their IP addresses are not registered.

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Major Operating Controls and Their Functions

■ Front View

q w e r t y u i o !0

!1

!2 !3

ALARM

ALARM

SUSPEND

OPERATE

ERROR TIMER REC 1-LINK/ACT-2

HDD1 HDD2 HDD3 HDD4

ESC SET

PULL

Network Disk Recorder

WJ-ND A

!4

Network Disk Recorder

WJ-ND A

10 q Operate Indicator (OPERATE)

Lights up when the power is turned on. w Alarm Suspension Indicator (ALARM SUSPEND)

Lights up when the alarm suspension mode is selected.

Refer to the Operating Instructions about the alarm suspension mode. Refer to the operating instructions (PDF) for further information about alarm suspension.

e Alarm Indicator (ALARM)

Blinks when an alarm occurs.

The blinking or lighting indicator will go off when the alarm is reset. Refer to the operating instructions (PDF) for further information about alarm.

r Error indicator (ERROR)

Blinks orange when an error occurs that will not keep the unit from running. (e.g. thermal error, cooling fan malfunction, etc.)

Blinks red when an error occurs that may cause the system to go down.

Refer to the Operating Instructions about error/ warnings.

t Timer Indicator (TIMER)

Lights up when the schedule recording is set, and blinks while the schedule recording is being performed. y Recording Indicator (REC)

Lights up when recording is being performed.

u Camera Link Indicator (LINK/ACT1)

Lights green when the communication between a camera and the unit is established.

Blinks green when receiving data from a camera.

i PC Link Indicator (LINK/ACT2)

Lights green when the communication between a PC and the unit is established.

Blinks green when receiving data from a PC.

o HDD Access Indicators (HDD1/HDD2/HDD3/HDD4)

Indicates the statuses of the hard disks.

Blinks green when the hard disk is accessed respectively.

When using the RAID 5 function (*1), these indicators will display the statuses as follows when an error occurs.

Lights red: Indicates that the respective hard disk is the first drive that had an error.

Blinks red: Indicates that the respective hard disk is the second drive that had an error.

Lights red and orange alternately: Indicates that the respective hard disk is currently being recovered in the RAID 5 mode (*1).

*1: The RAID 5 function/mode is available only when an optional RAID card is installed and configured.

Refer to the dealer for details.

Note: Basically, each indicator will indicate the status of the respective hard disk (HDD1/HDD2/HDD3/

HDD4). However, all indicators will indicate the same status when a system error occurs.

Important: When the indicator lights red, replace the respective hard disk immediately.

If 2 HDD access indicators or more light/blink red, it may be impossible to recover data on the respective hard disks.

Refer to page 24 for descriptions of how to replace the hard disk drives.

!0 LCD

Indicates the status of the unit (error status, etc.) or the name of the functions available using the buttons on the front panel of the unit.

!1 Arrow Buttons (C, D, A, B)

Use these buttons to move the cursor or to enter values on the LCD.

!2 Escape Button (ESC)

Use this button to display the previously displayed item on the LCD.

!3 Set Button (SET)

Use this button to determine the edited settings item on the LCD.

!4 Maintenance Port (For servicing purpose only)

Use this port to connect directly with a PC and perform maintenance operations. (Straight cable is required.)

Do not use for normal operation.

■ Rear View

q w e

EXT STORAGE

2

10/100BASE-T

1

PC CAMERA r t y

SIGNAL GND

ALARM

ALARM/CONTROL SERIAL i u

POWER

ON

OFF

AC IN o q External Storage Connector (EXT STORAGE)

Connect an optional extension unit (WJ-HDE300 series) with this port.

w Client PC Port (PC, 10/100BASE-T, 2)

Connect this unit to a network compatible with 10BASE-

T or 100BASE-Tx to connect a PC via a network. e Camera Port (CAMERA, 10/100BASE-T, 1)

Connect this unit to a network compatible with 10BASE-

T or 100BASE-Tx to connect to cameras via a network.

r Serial Connector (SERIAL, D-sub 9-pin, Female)

(For servicing purpose only)

Connect a PC to this connector when performing maintenance or when operating this unit by connecting this unit and the PC directly.

t Alarm Connector (ALARM, D-sub 25-pin, Female)

Connect an external device such as a sensor or a door switch with this D-sub 25-pin connector.

y Alarm/Control Connector (ALARM/CONTROL)

Connect a control switch with this D-sub 25-pin connector when controlling this unit using an external device, or when controlling an alarm device such as a buzzer or a lamp.

u Power Switch (POWER)

Turns the power of this unit on and off.

i Signal Ground Terminal (SIGNAL GND)

Connect this terminal with the SIGNAL GND terminals of the devices in the system for signal ground.

When operating this unit and the devices in the system without signal ground, oscillation or noise may be produced.

o Power Cord Inlet (AC IN)

Connect the power cord to this inlet.

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Rack Mounting

Important:

• When installing the unit in the rack without turning the power of the unit off, activate the HDD safety mode. (Refer to page

34 for further information.)

• Do not install the unit above an appliance which generates heat such a power amplifier. When installing the unit below a heat-generating appliance, install it below the appliance with a space equivalent to about 1 unit (44 mm {1.73"}) separating them.

• Keep the temperature in the rack below +45 °C {113 °F}. It is recommended to install cooling fans or equivalent equipment to keep the temperature in the rack below +30° C {86 °F}.

1. Remove the four rubber feet from the bottom of the unit using a flathead screwdriver.

2. Place the provided rack mounting brackets on both sides of the unit and tighten with the four provided screws.

Remove the rubber feet.

Mounting screws for rack mounting brackets

(accessories)

Rack mounting brackets (accessories)

3. Install the unit with the rack mounting brackets in the rack by using four rack mounting screws.

Cautions:

• Make a space of 1U (44 mm {1.73"}) above and below the unit for ventilation.

• Keep the temperature in a rack below 45 ˚C {113 ˚F}.

• Install a fan in the rack when the ambient temperature is above 30 ˚C {86 ˚F}.

• Do not block the ventilation openings or slots on the cover to prevent the unit from overheating.

Rack mounting screws

Connections

The following are descriptions of how to connect the unit with PCs, cameras and an optional extension unit.

Required devices and cables vary depending on how to connect them. Before starting the connections, check the required devices and cables for your environment.

The connection should be done in the following order:

PC → Cameras → Extension unit

Connection Type

Mode B

(Direct connection example: When using hubs)

Connect cameras and PCs using the CAMERA port and the client PC port on the rear of the unit respectively as shown in the illustration below.

day /nig

SDI

I

Network Camera

PC PC

Network A

HUB HUB

EXT STORAGE

2

10/100BASE-T

1

PC CAMERA

Network B

LAN Cable

(Not provided: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, Category 5, Straight)

This Unit

POWER

SIGNAL GND

ON

OFF

ALARM AC IN

SERIAL ALARM/CONTROL

Images (video signals) from cameras will be supplied (input) to the CAMERA port, and the supplied images will be transmitted

(output) to PCs.

Note:

Since images are supplied and transmitted using the different 2 ports, transfer efficiency of images may be higher than efficiency of operation using 1 port.

Important: Do not connect PCs to a network to which the CAMERA port is connecting. Otherwise, transmission efficiency may be down.

Do not connect any camera to a network to which the client PC port is connecting for the same reason.

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Connection between cameras and PCs

When connecting the unit and PCs through a hub, use a LAN cable (straight) to connect between the unit and a hub.

Cameras should also be connected through a hub using LAN cables (straight).

Important:

• Be sure to use a hub to connect this unit and a PC using straight LAN cables.

• Do not connect directly between this unit and a PC with a cross cable. Some PCs may have trouble in communicating securely, displaying images, or playing back recorded images.

Connection Example

<Connecting PCs using an ADSL line>

Network Cameras

Internet

ADSL Line

ADSL Router

PC

HUB HUB

PC

EXT STORAGE

2

10/100BASE-T

1

PC CAMERA

LAN Cable

(Not provided: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX,

Category 5, Straight)

SIGNAL GND

ALARM

ALARM/CONTROL SERIAL

This Unit

POWER

ON

OFF

AC IN

Note: When using a router, MPEG-4 images sometimes may not be displayed. Refer to the network administrator for how to configure the settings of the router.

<Connecting multiple units>

Network Cameras

EXT STORAGE

2

10/100BASE-T

1

PC CAMERA

SERIAL

SIGNAL GND

ALARM

ALARM/CONTROL

First Unit

LAN Cable (Not provided: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX,

Category 5, Straight)

POWER

ON

OFF

AC IN

HUB

Network Cameras

HUB

EXT STORAGE

2

10/100BASE-T

1

PC CAMERA

SERIAL

SIGNAL GND

ALARM

ALARM/CONTROL

Second Unit

POWER

ON

OFF

AC IN

HUB

PC PC

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Connecting with Extension Unit

Up to 6 extension units can be connected with a single network disk recorder.

Use the dedicated cable to connect between the external storage (EXT STORAGE) connector on the rear of the unit and an extension unit.

Important:

• Use only the dedicated cable provided with an optional extension unit when connecting the unit and an extension unit.

• Fix the cables with this cable clamp to prevent disconnection or unstable connections that may cause recording failures or an unstable system.

How to fix the cable clamp

Cable Clamp

EXT STORAGE

10/100BASE-T

PC CAMERA

Fixing screw

* Remove this screw from the unit and fix the cables with the cable clamp using the screw removed from the unit.

EXT STORAGE

2

10/100BASE-T

1

PC CAMERA

This unit

SERIAL

SIGNAL GND

ALARM

ALARM/CONTROL

POWER

ON

OFF

AC IN

Dedicated Cable (Standard accessory of an extension unit)

Extension Unit (WJ-HDE300 Series)

IN

EXT

OUT

2 1

Cable Clamp

IN

EXT

2

OUT

1

Fixing screw

* Remove this screw from the unit and fix the cables with the cable clamp using the screw removed from the unit.

How to fix the cable clamp

SIGNAL GND

POWER

AC IN

When connecting two extension units or more, connect them as follows. Up to 6 extension units can be connected to a single unit. When connecting the units newly, observe the following important notice. Refer also to the operating instructions of the extension unit.

Important:

• When connecting extension units, connect them as shown in the illustration below. When connected in a different way, the unit numbers may not be distributed correctly. In this case, the units may not be recognized correctly.

Example: When installing 5 extension units, connect the unit of unit number 1 first, and then connect the other unit in the order of the unit number. When adding an extension unit, connect the unit of unit number 6 as described in the illustration.

• After running the system with the extension units, do not change the connection such as exchanging the unit numbers between the units. Otherwise, the unit numbers may not be distributed correctly and the units may not be recognized correctly.

Refer to page 34 for how to check the unit number of the connected extension unit.

Network disk recorder

EXT STORAGE

2

10/100BASE-T

1

PC CAMERA

SERIAL

SIGNAL GND

ALARM

ALARM/CONTROL

POWER

ON

OFF

AC IN

2

IN

EXT

OUT

2 1

WJ-HDE300 Unit number 1

SIGNAL GND

POWER

AC IN

1

Connection cable

(Attached to the extension unit)

IN

EXT

2

OUT

1

WJ-HDE300 Unit number 4

SIGNAL GND

POWER

AC IN

2

Connection cable

(Attached to the extension unit)

IN

EXT

OUT

2 1

WJ-HDE300 Unit number 2

SIGNAL GND

POWER

AC IN

IN

EXT

2

OUT

1

WJ-HDE300 Unit number 3

SIGNAL GND

POWER

AC IN

1 2

Connection cable

(Attached to the extension unit)

IN

EXT

OUT

2 1

WJ-HDE300 Unit number 5

SIGNAL GND

POWER

AC IN

IN

EXT

2

OUT

1

WJ-HDE300 Unit number 6

SIGNAL GND

POWER

AC IN

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■ How to Use the Terminals of the ALARM/CONTROL Connector

These terminals are used for emergency recording, auto time adjustment, taking measures against power outages, and when installing a buzzer, a lamp, or similar alarm device.

The terminal pin array and connections are shown below. The connector used should be compatible with the pin configuration.

!3

q

Pin Configuration

The pin array is different from other disk recorders. Make sure that the connection is correct referring to the following.

@5

ALARM/CONTROL

!4

Pin No.

q w e r t y u i o

Signal

Alarm output 8

Alarm output 9

Alarm output 10

Alarm output 11

Alarm output 12

Alarm output 13

Alarm output 14

Alarm output 15

Alarm output 16

Operation

Alarm signal output at an event occurrence

Remarks

Open collector output

24 V DC max., 100 mA

!0

@1

@2

@4

@5

Network error output

!1

!2

Alarm reset input

Emergency recording input

!3, !4

Signal ground

!5

Alarm output for available disk space of the copy/event recording area

!6

HDD error output

!7

Camera error output

!8

!9

@0

@3

Error output

Outage processing end output

Time adjustment I/O

Signal output upon detection of a broken Ethernet link

Signal output upon DHCP IP address expiration

Canceling the alarm display

Starting emergency recording signal input

Generation of signal output for disk space alarming of the copy/event recording area

Open collector output

24 V DC max., 100 mA

Non-voltage make contact input

5 V pull-up 150 k Ω

Open collector output

24 V DC max., 100 mA

Signal output upon detection of a HDD error

Signal output upon detection of a camera error

Signal output upon detection of a unit error

Signal output upon completion of outage processing

The time of this unit is adjusted to the preset time according to the signal input. This signal output is then generated for the setting time of this unit.

Time of all other units is adjusted to the setting time of this unit.

High (+5 V - +12 V,

6.3 mA max.)

52 k Ω 5 V pull-up, Output current –100 mA/Non-voltage make contact input

NC

Alarm suspension input

Outage detection input

The state of alarm suspension is assumed according to the signal input.

Start of outage processing according to the signal input.

Changeover to the external recording mode External recording mode changeover

+5 V output +5 V output

Non-voltage make contact input

5 V pull-up 150 k

200 mA max.

Ω

● Connection for emergency recording

When the external switch is turned ON, emergency recording will be started.

Recording time and recording rate for emergency recording differ according to the settings of "Emergency REC" of

"Recording" on the SETUP MENU. (Refer to the Setup Instructions (PDF).)

!3

(Signal ground)

(Emergency record input)

!2

External switch

ALARM/CONTROL

● Connection for external recording changeover

When the external switch is turned ON, the recording program changeover is affected for recording.

The recording program can be set by selecting "EXT" for "Time Table" of "Schedule" on the SETUP MENU. (Refer to the Setup

Instructions (PDF).)

!3

(Signal ground)

(External recording mode)

@4

External switch

ALARM/CONTROL

● Connection for the Auto Adjust Time function

• When "Auto Adjust Time"of "Time & Date" of "System" on the SETUP MENU is set to "MASTER"

"Time Adjust Output" becomes available and the clock of this unit can be applied to other units.

!3

(Signal ground)

(Time adjust output)

@0

Terminal block of other units

Front LED monitor output

ALARM/CONTROL

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• When "Auto Adjust Time" of "Time & Date" of "System" on the SETUP MENU is set to "SLAVE"

"Time Adjust Input" becomes available. When a signal output from other equipment is supplied to the time adjust I/O terminals between 00 minutes 00 seconds and 14 minutes 59 seconds every hour or between 45 minutes 00 seconds and 59 minutes 59 seconds every hour, the clock will be set to "00 minutes 00 seconds" of the closest hour.

Example:

Signal is supplied at 2:50:00 (hour:minute:second)pm → Set at 3:00:00 pm

Signal input supplied at 3:14:45 pm → Set at 3:00:00 pm

Signal is supplied at 3:20:00 pm → Time will not be adjusted.

!3

(Signal ground)

(Time adjust input)

@0

Terminal block of other units

Front LED monitor output

ALARM/CONTROL

Important:

• When "SLAVE" is selected, the auto time adjustment function works differently depending on the recording status as follows:

The clock will be adjusted.

When no recording is being performed

When manual recording is being performed

When schedule recording is being performed

When event recording is being performed *1

When emergency recording is being performed

The clock will not be adjusted.

*1 : When event recording is performed on any camera channel

● Connection with the Uninterruptible Power System (UPS)

This is an example of connection with the uninterruptible power system (UPS) to be installed to protect from a power outage.

When a signal is supplied to the outage detection input terminals from the uninterruptible power system (UPS), internal processing (stops recording safely) will be started to shut off the power supply for this unit.

After completing the internal processing, a signal will be supplied from the outage processing end output terminal to the uninterruptible power system (UPS). Then, the power supply to this unit can be suspended.

This unit

!3

@3

(Signal ground)

(Outage detection input)

(Outage processing end output)

(COM)

(Detection)

(Shutdown)

* Refer to the operating instructions of the used product for further information about connection of the UPS side.

!9

Power cable

Uninterruptible power system

(UPS)

ALARM/CONTROL To an AC outlet

● Connection of the control output

• When an alarm device such as a buzzer or a lamp is connected, the signal output from Pin Nos. 15 - 18 can be used to notify the status by sounding a buzzer or lighting a lamp.

• The following example is of a connection with the HDD error output (pin no. 16).

(Signal ground)

!3

(HDD error output)

!6

Alarming device

ALARM/CONTROL

Relay, etc.

Install according to your needs

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■ How to Use the Terminals of the ALARM Connector

These terminals are used to connect the alarm devices, such as sensors, door switches, etc.

The pin configurations of these terminals are as shown below. The connector used should be compatible with the pin configuration.

Pin Configuration

!3

q

ALARM

@5 !4

The pin array is different from other disk recorders. Make sure that the connection is correct by referring to the following.

Pin No.

q w e r t y u i o

!0

!1

!2

!3, !4

Signal ground

!5

Alarm input 9

!6

Alarm input 10

!7

Alarm input 11

!8

!9

@0

Alarm input 5

Alarm input 6

Alarm input 7

Alarm input 8

Alarm output 1

Alarm output 2

Alarm output 3

Alarm output 4

Alarm input 12

Alarm input 13

Alarm input 14

@1

@2

@3

@4

@5

Signal

Alarm input 1

Alarm input 2

Alarm input 3

Alarm input 4

Alarm input 15

Alarm input 16

Alarm output 5

Alarm output 6

Alarm output 7

Event action will be performed according to the settings.

Operation

Alarm signal will be supplied at an event occurrence

Event action will be performed according to the setting.

Alarm signal will be supplied at an event occurrence

Note: Refer to page 18 about "Alarm output 8-16".

Remarks

Non-voltage make contact/

5 V pull-up 150 k Ω

Open collector output/24 V DC max.,

100 mA

Non-voltage make contact input/

5 V pull-up 150 k Ω

Open collector output/24 V DC max.,

100 mA

● Alarm connection

When a signal is supplied to the alarm input terminals recording and displaying of camera images will be performed according to the settings.

When an alarm device such as a buzzer, a lamp, etc., is installed outside, connect them to the alarm output terminals (pin nos.

9 - 12, pin nos. 23 - 25) or to the alarm output terminals (pin nos. 1 - 9) of the ALARM/CONTROL terminal.

Sensor

Security door switch

(Signal ground)

!3

Alarming devices

Relay, etc.

Install according to your needs.

(Alarm output 1) o

@2 ALARM

!4

q

(Signal ground)

!3

o

Alarming devices

Relay, etc.

Install according to your needs.

(Alarm output 16)

ALARM/CONTROL

Time and polarities of the ALARM/CONTROL terminal and the ALARM terminal

Terminal

Alarm input

Alarm output

Network error output

Alarm reset input

Emergency recording input

Alarm output for available disk space of the copy/event recording area

HDD error output

Camera error output

Error output

Outage processing end output

Time adjustment I/O

Alarm suspend input

Outage detection input

External recording mode changeover

Active time

100 ms or more

The set time on the SETUP MENU

Note

L active

L active

Until the network error is cleared, or until the ALARM

RESET button on the operation window is clicked.

L active

100 ms or more

100 ms or more

L active

L active

L active While the size of the available disk space is less than the set size

From the time of the error occurrence until the sounding buzzer is reset

L active

L active From the time of the error occurrence until the sounding buzzer or the camera is reset

From the time of the error occurrence until the sounding buzzer is reset

10 s or more

Input: 100 ms or more

Output: 1 s

100 ms or more

5 s or more

100 ms or more

L active

H active

L active, judged by level

L active

L active

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How to Replace Hard Disk Drives

Replacement of hard disk drives is available regardless of whether the power of the unit is on or off.

The procedure of replacement depends on whether the power of the unit is on or off.

Refer to the operating instructions for the optional extension unit when replacing the hard disk in the extension unit.

When replacing the hard disk drive with the unit power off

Turn off the power of the unit and detach the power plug from the outlet.

1. Open the connectors cover on the front panel and remove the fixing screw.

Detach the front panel by sliding it after removing the screw.

2. Remove the connector from the front panel.

Important:

• Do not pull the cable.

• Hold the connector and pull it straight up.

3. Remove two cables connecting to the hard disk drive.

ALA

RM

ALA

SP

EN

DE

D

OP

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ATE

RO

R

TIM

ER

RE

C

LIN

K 1

HD

D 2

ES

C

SE

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Netw ork D

WJ-N

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300

Connectorscover

Important:

• Do not detach the cable connecting the unit and the front panel while the HDD status indicators are still lit or until 30 seconds have passed since the HDD status indicators went off.

• Protect the hard disk drives from static electricity.

• Do not stack them, or keep them upright.

• Do not use an electric screwdriver to secure them.

(Tightening torque: 0.49 N·m {5 kgf·cm})

• Avoid rapid changes in the temperature and humidity to prevent condensation. (Acceptable change: within

15 °C/h {59 °F/h})

4. Remove both of the hard disk drive units.

• Remove the screws (4 for each drive unit) and pull the drive units out.

• Avoid missing the screws for reattaching.

* For replacement of hard disk drives, remove the hard disk drives from the brackets respectively.

5. Make preparations for the hard disk drives.

• Discharge static electricity from your body before handling the hard disk drives.

• Place the conductive bag in which the hard disk drive has been put on a soft material such as a mat, and put the hard disk drive with the board side facing down on the bag to protect the drive from static electricity.

6. Secure the hard disk drives to the brackets respectively.

• Use 4 sleeves and 4 dampers that are supplied for each drive unit to secure the drives.

• Do not use an electric screwdriver for impact prevention. (Tightening torque: 0.49 N·m {5 kgf·cm})

Important:

The identification numbers of the built-in hard disk drives are assigned as shown below. The following are the relationship between slot numbers and hard disk drive numbers.

Slot HDD #1 : HDD1

Slot HDD #2 : HDD2

Slot HDD #3 : HDD3

Slot HDD #4 : HDD4

Inside the front panel

HDD 2

HDD 1

HDD 4

HDD 3

Damper

Make sure to follow the mounting order of hard disk drives, HDD1 -> HDD2 -> HDD3 -> HDD4.

Failure to observe this disables the hard disk drives because a digital disk recorder cannot identify the drives.

9. Connect the cables.

Sleeve

7. Set all the jumper connectors to the master side.

• Refer to the instruction manual attached to the hard disk drive for details.

8. Mount the hard disk drives on the extension unit.

• Use the screws that had been removed in Step 4.

• Do not use an electric screwdriver for impact prevention. (Tightening torque: 0.784 N·m {8 kgf·cm}) 10. After completion of replacement, connect the power plug to the outlet and turn on the power of the unit.

→ The disk configuration menu automatically appears after starting up the unit.

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When replacing the hard disk drive with the unit power on

z Call up the "HDD Setup" display on the LCD, and press the [SET] button.

The following menu will be displayed on the LCD.

m After completing the HDD replacement, attach the cable to the front panel. The OPERATE indicator will light and the following menu will be displayed on the

LCD.

x Press the arrows button (C or D) repeatedly until the following menu is displayed.

, Press the [SET] button.

The unit will reboot. The following menu will be displayed.

c Select "YES" and press the [SET] button.

The following menu will be displayed and the power of the hard disk drive will be turned off automatically.

. Select "OFF" and press the [SET] button.

The unit will reboot and the time and date display

(standby display) will be displayed.

⁄0 Start the web browser.

After the browser starts, enter the IP address set to this unit in the address box, and press the enter key.

The disk configuration menu will be displayed.

Configure the disk settings according to your need.

Refer to the Setup Instructions (PDF) for how to operate the disk configuration menu.

v Wait for around 30 seconds until the following menu is displayed.

26 b Select "PANEL OFF" and press the [SET] button.

The OPERATE indicator and the LCD display will go off.

(The front panel is inoperable since the power supply to the front panel is stopped now.) n Detach the front panel and replace the hard disk drive.

Refer to page 24 for descriptions of how to replace the hard disk drives.

(When replacing the hard disk drive of the extension unit, it is necessary to detach the front panel in the same way as described above. Refer to the operating instructions for descriptions of how to replace the hard disk drive of the extension unit.)

Important:

When detaching the front panel, confirm that the OPER-

ATE indicator on the front panel is off.

Turn On/Off the Power of the Unit

Turn on the Power of the Unit

1. Insert the power plug to an outlet.

120 V AC 60 Hz, for NTSC model

220 V - 240 V AC 50 Hz for PAL model

Note: Make sure the power source matches the power requirement of the model in use.

2. Turn on the POWER switch on the rear of the unit.

The OPERATE indicator will light and the system check

(checking the system and hard disk) will start.

The "WJ-ND300A" indication will be displayed on the

LCD at startup, and the "Initializing" indication will be displayed while startup. Then, the "System Checking" indication will be displayed while checking the system.

When the system check is complete, the time and date display (standby display) will be displayed on the LCD.

Time and date display (Standby display)

Important:

When using the optional extension unit (WJ-HDE300 series), turn on the power of this unit after turning on the power of all extension units.

Turn off the Power of the Unit

To shutdown the unit, do the following.

1. When the manual recording is being performed, stop the recording.

Click the button in the [REC] box displayed when the

[HDD] tab is selected.

The button and the button will be displayed.

Click the button to stop manual recording.

Refer to the Setup Instructions (PDF) for details.

When playing back recorded pictures, stop the playback.

Click the selected.

button displayed when the [HDD] tab is

Refer to the Setup Instructions (PDF) for details.

2. Turn off the POWER switch on the rear of the unit.

Turn off the power of the unit after confirming that all the

HDD access indicators are off.

Important:

• Detach the plug from the outlet if not operating the unit for a length of time.

• When the unit has not been used for a certain period, turn on the power of the unit (approximately once a week), and perform recording/playback to prevent interferences with functions.

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Operation Using the Buttons on the Front Panel

The following are the available functions using the buttons on the front panel and the LCD.

The display on the LCD will shift as follows by pressing the arrows button (C or D).

C Arrows buttons D

Time and date display (Standby display)

The current time will be displayed.

Refer to the Setup Instructions (PDF) for descriptions of how to change the time format and adjust the time and date.

Temperature display

The current internal temperature of the unit will be displayed.

When exceeding the specified temperature, the "WARN-

ING" indication will be displayed.

(Temperature will be displayed in Fahrenheit for NTSC model, e.g. "90 °F".)

C Arrows buttons D

C Arrows buttons D

C Arrows buttons D

IP address check display

The network settings can be checked with this display.

Press the [SET] button on the front panel while displaying this display.

It is possible to check each network setting such as the IP address or the subnet mask.

Refer to page 29 for details.

IP address setup display

The network settings can be set with this display.

Press the [SET] button on the front panel while displaying this display.

It is possible to set each network setting such as the IP address or the subnet mask.

Refer to page 30 for details.

Key lock mode display

It is possible to lock the buttons on the front panel to make them unusable.

Refer to page 31 for details.

C Arrows buttons D

HDD setup display

It is possible to carry out each maintenance function after activating the HDD safety mode using this display.

Refer to page 32 for details.

C Arrows buttons D

Manual reboot display

It is possible to reboot the unit using this display.

Refer to page 35 for details

Check the Network Settings

It is possible to check the following network settings.

• DHCP

• IP address

• Subnet mask

• Gateway* 1

• HTTP port* 1

To check each setting, shift the display as follows.

Note: To change the port number (PT#), press the arrows button (A or B).

• Camera port (PT#1)

• Client PC port (PT#2)

• Maintenance port (PT#3)

*1: The settings of "Gateway" and "HTTP port" can be checked by displaying the client PC port (PT#2).

DHCP

IP address

Subnet mask

Gateway

HTTP port

Camera port

OFF

Client PC port

OFF

192.168.0.250

255.255.255.0

192.168.1.250

255.255.255.0

192.168.1.1

– 80

–

Maintenance port

–

–

192.168.2.250

255.255.255.0

[SET]

[ESC]

C Arrows buttons D

[ESC]

C Arrows buttons D

[ESC]

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Set the Network Settings

It is possible to set the network settings. The available settings items are the same as described in the "Check the Network

Settings" section on the previous page.

It is possible to shift the display by pressing the arrows button (C and D) while the underscore mark (_) is displayed below the

">" indication.

Shift the display and configure each setting as described below.

The settings of "Gateway" and "HTTP port" can be configured when displaying the "PT#2" indication (client PC port).

Note: To change the port number (PT#), press the arrows button (A or B) while the underscore mark (_) is displayed below the ">" indication.

• Camera port (PT#1)

• Client PC port (PT#2)

• Maintenance port (PT#3)

[SET]

[ESC]

C Arrows buttons D

[ESC]

C Arrows buttons D

[ESC]

1. Move the underscore mark below the number to be edited.

The underscore mark will move below the number by pressing the [SET] button while the underscore mark is displayed below the ">" indication.

2. Enter the desired values.

Move the underscore mark: Arrows button (A and B)

Enter values: Arrows button (C and D)

Important:

Network settings for each port (IP address, etc.) should be on a different subnet. Otherwise, network communication may be failed.

3. Move the underscore mark below the ">" indication by pressing the [ESC] button.

The edited settings will be determined.

4. Configure the network settings of another network port.

Change the port number (PT#) by pressing the arrows button (A or B) while the underscore mark (_) is displayed below the ">" indication.

The port number indication will change each time the arrows button (A or B) is pressed.

PT#1: Camera port

PT#2: Client PC port

PT#3: Maintenance port

Key Lock Settings

It is possible to lock the buttons on the front panel to make them unusable.

When the [SET] button is pressed while displaying the key lock display, the message of "Keylock Enabled" will be displayed and the buttons on the front panel will be locked.

The time and date display (standby display) will be displayed soon after the buttons are locked.

[SET]

To release the key lock, press any button on the front panel.

The LCD will display the password box.

Enter the password that has set for "Front panel key lock" of "Basic Setup" under "System" on the SETUP MENU.

When the password is confirmed, the locked buttons will be released.

Note:

Default password: 12345

Set the HDD Mode

The following HDD modes are available for maintenance.

• RAID 5 mode settings [RAID5]

Set to the RAID 5 setting.

• Single mode settings [SINGLE]

Release the RAID 5 mode and set to the single mode.

• HDD recovery [RECOVERY]

Perform the HDD recovery after replacing the HDD when one of the RAID disk failed.

• RAID board initialization [INIT.]

Initialize the RAID board. It is necessary to initialize the RAID board when changing the mode between the RAID 5 mode and the single mode, and when the HDD failure caused "2 DOWN" of RAID.

• HDD safety mode [HDD Safe Mode: ACCEPT]

When maintaining (HDD replacement, installation, etc.) without turning the power of the unit off, activate the HDD safety mode.

• Unit number (of the extension unit) check [EXT Number Check]

Unit number of the connected extension unit number will be displayed.

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Shift the display on the LCD using the arrows button (C and D).

[SET]

[ESC]

C Arrows buttons D

C Arrows buttons D

C Arrows buttons D

C Arrows buttons D

C Arrows buttons D

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Important:

When the HDD safety mode is activated, the power of the all HDDs will be off. (Recording and playback will be forcibly canceled.)

Execute Each Maintenance Function

1. Press the [SET] button after selecting "YES" on the desired maintenance function display.

The message "ACCEPT" will be displayed on the LCD when the [SET] button is pressed after moving the underscore mark below "YES" using the arrows button (A or B).

When the [SET] button is pressed after selecting "NO", returns to the previously displayed menu.

2. Press the [SET] button after selecting "YES" when "ACCEPT" is displayed.

The power of all HDDs will be turned off automatically and each menu item will be carried out when the [SET] button is pressed after moving the underscore mark below "YES" using the arrows button (A or B).

The unit will restart when "RAID5", "SINGLE", "RECOVERY" or "INIT." is carried out.

The power of all HDDs will be turned off when the "HDD safety mode" is activated.(It takes approx.30 sec until the power is turned off.) When the power of the HDDs is turned off, the unit can be installed in the rack without turning the power of the unit off, and HDD replacement becomes possible. Refer to pages 24 - 26 for how to replace the hard disk drives.

It is possible to check the unit number of the connected extension unit by carrying out "EXT Number Check".

Refer to page 34 for how to carry out "EXT Number Check".

When the [SET] button is pressed after selecting "NO", the previous display will appear on the LCD.

Set the HDD Safety Mode

When installing/uninstalling the unit in the rack without turning the power of the unit off, do the following. (Steps 1, 2.)

When replacing the hard disk drives, do steps 1, 3 and 4.

1. Turn off the power of the HDDs.

Press the [SET] button after selecting "YES" when the "ACCEPT" indication is displayed (page 31).

When the [SET] button is pressed, the "Wait for 30 sec" indication will be displayed.

When the power of the HDD is turned off (it will take for around 30 seconds), the "REBOOT/PANEL OFF" indication will be displayed.

Press the [SET] button after selecting "YES".

After around 30seconds

Important:

• Installation of the unit should be made while the "REBOOT/PANEL OFF" indication is displayed on the LCD. After completing the installation, perform step 2.

• To replace the HDDs, perform steps 3 and 4.

2. Reboot the unit.

Press the [SET] button after selecting "REBOOT" using the arrows button (A and B) when the "REBOOT/PANEL OFF" indication is displayed.

The unit will restart.

3. Detach the front panel.

Press the [SET] button after selecting "PANEL OFF" using the arrows button (A and B) when the "REBOOT/PANEL OFF" indication is displayed.

The OPERATE indicator and the LCD will go off.

Important:

Detach the front panel after confirming that the OPERATE indicator and the LCD are went off. If the front panel is detached while the OPERATE indicator or the LCD is on, it may damage the unit. Refer to pages 24 - 26 for how to detach the front panel and for how to replace the hard disk drives.

4. Attach the front panel and restart the unit.

When the front panel is attached correctly, the following indication will be displayed. The unit will restart by pressing the

[SET] button.

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Check the Unit Number of the Extension Unit

The unit number of the connected extension unit can be checked with the HDD access indicators on the extension unit.

[SET]

After around 30 seconds

[SET]

D Arrows buttons C

[SET]

D Arrows buttons C

[SET]

D Arrows buttons C

[SET]

The HDD access indicators (HDD1 – HDD4) of the extension unit respective to the selected unit number will light red (around 5 seconds)

D Arrows buttons C

[SET]

D Arrows buttons C

[SET]

D Arrows buttons C

[SET]

The unit will restart.

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1. Select "YES" when the "EXT Number Check" indication (page 32) is displayed on the LCD, and then press the [SET] button.

The message "Wait for 30 sec" will be displayed. When the unit completed to turning off the power of the HDDs (it will take around 30 seconds), the "EXT Unit:1" will be displayed.

2. Check the unit number of the extension unit.

When the [SET] button is pressed while the "EXT Unit:1" indication is displayed, the HDD access indicators (HDD1 - HDD4) of the extension unit with unit number 1 will light red for around 5 seconds.

The displayed unit number can be shifted to the other unit number using the arrows button (C or D).

3. Quit the unit number check.

Display "Reboot" by pressing the arrows button (C or D), and then press the [SET] button.

The unit will restart.

Reboot the Unit Manually

It is possible to reboot the unit manually as follow.

Press the [SET] button while displaying the [REBOOT] display.

The message "ACCEPT" will be displayed.

When the [SET] button is pressed after moving the underscore mark below "YES" using the arrows button (A or B), the unit will reboot.

[SET]

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Troubleshooting

Check the following before requesting repair

Contact a dealer if a problem cannot be solved even after checking and trying the solution or if a problem is not described below, or when having a problem with installations.

Problem Check item/Remedy Page

• Check if the power plug is properly connected to the AC outlet.

–

Power is not turned on.

• Check if the power cord is properly inserted into the power socket of the unit.

–

• Check if alarm input signals are properly input to the

ALARM or ALARM/CONTROL at the rear panel.

18, 22

Alarm operations are not activated.

• Check the settings of the ALARM connector.

22

• The fan is not functioning because of the malfunction.

Refer to the dealer.

• Aren’t the fans on the rear or the ventilation slots on the front and both sides of the unit blocked?

6

The error indicator blinks orange.

The unit stops because of the thermal error.

The HDD access indicator lights/blinks red.

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• Temperature inside the unit is too high/low. Use the unit at appropriate ambient temperatures.

• When the error indicator lights orange, temperature inside the unit may be too high. Check whether dust is collected around the fans or not.

6

6, 10

• The respective HDD is failed in the RAID 5 mode.

The indicator respective to the HDD that failed first will light red and the indicators for the other failed HDD will blink red.

10

Problem

The HDD access indicator lights red and orange.

Check item/Remedy

• The system error occurred. Refer to the dealer.

The system error status will be displayed with the HDD indicators as follows.

8 : Red, 9 : Orange

9 8 8 8 : Hardware malfunction

8 9 8 8 : Hardware malfunction

9 9 8 8 : Hardware malfunction

8 8 9 8 : Hardware malfunction

9 8 9 8 : Hardware malfunction

8 9 9 8 : Hardware malfunction

9 9 9 8 : Hardware malfunction

8 8 8 9 : Hardware malfunction

9 9 8 9 : Hardware malfunction

8 8 9 9 : Hardware malfunction

8 9 9 9 : Disk CRC error

–

Inspect the power cord, power plug and connectors periodically.

Check item/Remedy Problem

The power cord insulation is damaged.

The power cord, plug and connectors get hot during use.

• The power cord, plug and connectors are worn out. This may result in electric shock or a fire. Unplug the power plug from the AC outlet immediately, and refer to qualified service personnel.

The power cord gets hot when bent or stretched.

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Specification

General

Power source

Power consumption

Ambient operating temperature

Ambient operating humidity

Maximum operating altitude

Dimensions

NTSC model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz

PAL model: 220 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz

85 W

5 °C to 45 °C {41 °F - 113 °F}

5 % - 90 % (non condensing)

2 000 m (6 562 feet) above sea level

Weight

420 mm (W) x 88 mm (H) x 350 mm (D) {16-9/16" (W) x 3-7/16" (H) x

13-3/4" (D)} (excluding rubber feet and projections)

8.3 k g {18.3 lbs.}

Input/Output

External storage

Alarm/Control connector

High-speed serial interface, 480 Mbps (theoretical value), x1

Emergency recording input * 1 , Alarm output for available disk space of the copy/event recording area* 2 , HDD error output* 2 , Camera error output* 2 , Error output* 2 , Power outage recovery completion output* 3 , Time adjustment input/output* 4 , Power outage detection input* 1 , External recording mode switching* 1 , Alarm output 8-16* 2 , Alarm suspension input* 1 , Alarm reset input* 1 , Network error output* 2 , +5 V output* 5

(D-sub 25-pin)

Alarm input 1-16* 1 , Alarm output 1-7* 2 (D-sub 25-pin)

10Base-T/100Base-TX (RJ-45)

Alarm connector

Camera port/client

PC port

Maintenance port 10Base-T (RJ-45)

* 1 : Non-voltage make contact, +5 V pull-up 150 k Ω

* 2 : Open collector output, 24 V DC max., 100 mA

* 3 : HIGH (+5 V - +12 V, 6.3 mA max.)

* 4 : 52 k Ω, 5 V pull-up, Output current –100 mA/Non-voltage make contact input

* 5 : 200 mA max.

Standard Accessories

CD-ROM* ............................................................................................................ 1 pc.

Installation Guide (this manual) ............................................................................ 1 pc.

The following are for installation:

Power Cord (NTSC model) ................................................................................ 1 pc.

Power Cord (PAL model) ................................................................................. 2 pcs.

Rack Mounting Bracket ................................................................................... 2 pcs.

Screw for Rack Mounting Bracket ................................................................... 4 pcs.

Hard Disk Drive Fixing Screw (w/sleeve and damper). ................................. 12 pcs.

* The CD-ROM contains the operating instructions (PDFs) and the setup tools (Panasonic IP setup software, etc.).

[English]

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Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (adopted by Order No.1057 of Cabinet of Ministers of

Ukraine)

The Product is in conformity with the requirements of Technical Regulation on the Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment (TR on RoHS).

The content of hazardous substance with the exemption of the applications listed in the Annex No.2 of TR on RoHS:

1. Lead (Pb) – not over 0,1wt % or 1000wt ppm;

2. Cadmium (Cd) – not over 0,01wt % or 100wt ppm;

3. Mercury (Hg) – not over 0,1wt % or 1000wt ppm;

4. Hexavalent chromium (Cr

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This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product.

Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

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If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

For U.S.A

Disposal may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please visit Panasonic website: http://www.panasonic.com/environmental or call 1-888-769-0149.

For U.S. and Canada:

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For customer support, call 1.800.528.6747

Three Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 U.S.A.

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