Panasonic WJ-HDE500 User Manual

Instructions

Panasonic

Extension Units

WJ-HDE500

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WARNING:

• fo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

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

CAUTION:

• Read the label on the bottom of ihe umi for identification of this product, and the power ratings.

SA 1965

Before enempting io conned or operate this product

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

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.

OONOrOF>EN

The lightning flash with arrowhead sym bol. within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the pres ence 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 equilat eral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appli ance.

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 rea sonable 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 interferer»ce to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful inieriferer>ce 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 conv puter or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli ance could void the user's authority to operate this equip ment.

The serial number of this product may be found on the bot tom of the unit. You should note the 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.

Model No.

WJ-HDE505

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General

The WJ-HDE500 and WJ-HDE505 are the Extension Units for installation with the digital disk recorder WJ-HD500 to extend

its disk capacity. Extension is available by connecting a maximum of 6 extension units in the SCSI chain while an extension unit can contain up to four HDDs. The WJ-HDE505 is used to assure driving capability for the SCSI chain when more than 3

extension units are connected.

Precautions

Do not operate the appliance beyond its specified

temperature, humidity or power source ratings.

Do not use the appliance in an extreme environment where high temperature or high humidity exists. Use the appliance at temperatures within +5 “C (41 °F to 113 °F) and a humidity below 90 %. The input power source for this appliance is 120 V AC 60 Hz.

Avoid shock and vibration Shock or vibration may damage the HDD while operating or not operating. Do not move the HDD for 30 seconds right after turning off the power.

Pay attention to static electricity Put your hand on a metallic surface to discharge static electricity before installation. Do not touch components mounted on the HDD directly with hand. Hold only both sides of the HDD when installing.

Avoid condensation on the surface of the HDD. Wait until the dew evaporates if any of the following cases takes place. The appliance is moved to a place significantly def erent in temperature or humidity. The appliance is moved out from the air-conditioned room. The appliance is placed in an extremely humid place. The appliance is placed in a room where heater has just been turned on.

°C to +45

Consumable parts Contact your dealer for the replacement when the time comes. Built-in hard disk needs replacement after around 30 000 hours of operation. Cooling fan also needs replacement after around 30 000 hours of operation.

Do not block the ventilation opening or slots on the cover. To prevent the appliance from overheating, place it at least 5 cm (2 inches) away from the wall.

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I Appearance

Front View

Rear View

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<FRONT VIEW>

(D Operate Indicator [OPERATE]

Lights in green while the power is supplied to the

unit. Lights in orange when a thermal error is detect ed inside the unit.

(D HDD Access Lamps [HDD 1] [HDD 2] [HDD 3]

[HDD 4]

Lights while the HDD Is accessed. Do not turn off the POWER switch while any of the access lamps is lit.

d) Front Lids

Four HDD openings are prepared inside the exten sion unit. Remove the tid to install the HDD. Replace the lid after installation.

<REAR VIEW>

(4) SCSI In connector [EXT IN]

Connect the WJ-HD500 or other Extension Unit with a SCSI cable.

(7) Termination Switch [TERMINATE ON/OFF]

Set this switch to ON when the extension unit is located at the end of SCSI chain. Set this to OFF unless the unit is located at the chain end.

® Terminal Board [THERMAL ERROR OUT] [G]

A thermal error signal is supplied and OPERATE LED lights in orange when the inside temperature exceeds or falls below the limit. Connect these ter minals with the WJ-HD500, [NC]: No connection

® Cooling Fan

@) AC Inlet [AC IN]

Connect the supplied power cord.

dj) Power Switch [POWER]

Turn on this switch (peripherals) first, then the power of theWJ-HD500.

Confirm all HDD access lamps go out before turning

off this switch. Switch off the power of the WJ-

HD500 first, then turn off this switch (peripherals):

Connect another Extension Unit with a SCSI cable.

® SCSI ID Switch [SCSI ID -/+]

Press the upper or tower selector with a small head ed screw driver to select the desired SCSI ID in the chain.

Connect this terminal with other equipment’s SIG NAL GND to avoid possible grounding loop and noise if required.

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