Panasonic WJ-MS424 Operating Instructions

Quad Unit
WJ-MS424
Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions completely
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CONTENTS

PREFACE .................................................................................................................................................................................. 1
FEATURES ................................................................................................................................................................................ 1
PRECAUTIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 1
RACK MOUNTING .................................................................................................................................................................... 4
SETTING UP THE MENUS ........................................................................................................................................................ 5
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ....................................................................................................................................................... 11
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................... 15
STANDARD ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................................................................... 15
Warning: This equipment generates and uses radio frequency ener­gy and if not installed and used properly, i.e., in strict accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOIS
TURE.
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.
The serial number of this product may be found on the bot­tom 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. WJ-MS424 Serial No.
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.
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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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SA 1966
For U.S.A
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Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read the label on the bottom.
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The Panasonic WJ-MS424 Quad Unit is ideal for CCTV applications where multiple surveillance cameras are required. Most 2 : 1 interlace cameras available today, either color or black and white, are compatible with the WJ-MS424. Up to four cameras may be connected to

PREF ACE

1. Compatible with Most 2 : 1 Interlace cameras Advanced digital processing technology allows connection of most 2 : 1 interlace cameras available today without the requirement for synchronization of the four video inputs. The system may be added to existing security sys­tems and makes possible displays in black and white or full color.
2. Alphanumeric Character Generator Title insertion of up to 8 characters in each of the four windows is possible. This promotes easy identi­fication of the separate camera locations.
3. Alarm with Built-in Buzzer This system can be combined with alarm sensors and switches as well as time-lapse VCRs through the alarm output and reset signal connectors. Upon receiving an alarm signal, a full-sized picture of the site is displayed. By setting the “CAM TITLE ON” and “ALARM TITLE ON” modes from the TITLE menu, “ALARM” and the window title will appear intermittently in the picture. The Automatic alarm reset time is adjustable from 1 to 30 sec.,1, 2, 3, 4, 5 min. or Off.

FEATURES

PRECAUTIONS

• Do not attempt to disassemble the unit. In order to prevent electrical shock, do not remove screws or covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
• Do not abuse the unit. Avoid striking, shaking etc. It could be damaged by improper handling or stor­age.
• Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning the unit body.
• Do not expose the unit to water or moisture, and do not operate it in wet or humid areas.
• Do not use the unit in an extreme environment where high temperature or high humidity exists.
• Handle the unit with care.
• Take immediate action if ever the unit does become wet. Tune the power off and refer servicing to quali­fied service personnel. Moisture can damage the unit and also create a danger of electric shock.
• Use the unit under conditions where temperature is within –10°C to +50°C (14°F to 122°F), and humidity is below 90%. When installing the unit in the rack, it is recommended to install the fan.
• The input power source is 120 V AC, 60 Hz.
• Refer all installation work to qualified service per­sonnel or system installers.
4.Quad Picture Borderlines A white borderline can be inserted in the quad pic­tures by setting “BORDER ON” from the Setup Menu.
5. Two kinds of Video Output Connectors The Quad system offers two kinds of video output connectors : (a) VIDEO OUT : Quad or full-size single picture
can be selected with the front panel switches.
(b) VCR OUT : A quad display is always supplied,
regardless of the setting of the front panel switches.
6. A back-up memory inside maintains preset title character information.
7. Video Loss Checking Function If the video signal is lost due to a disconnected cable or other reasons, an alarm buzzer beeps and a caution message is displayed on the monitor screen.
the system, and if desired, the monitor can be divided into 4 windows for simultaneous display of the four dif­ferent images. Simple front panel switch operation allows quick selec­tion between quad and single camera display modes.
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1. Power ON/OFF Switch (POWER)
This switch turns the power of this switch on or off. The POWER indicator lights when the power of this unit is on.
Switch Protector (Standard Accessory)
To prevent that the power of this unit is turned off acci­dentally, install the supplied switch protector as shown below.
• QUAD button
When QUAD is selected for VIDEO OUT on the SYSTEM SETUP menu, this button works as the QUAD button. Pressing this button displays the quad picture on the monitor screen.
• SEQ button
When SEQ is selected for VIDEO OUT on the SYS­TEM SETUP menu, this button works as the SEQ button. Pressing this button displays the pictures on the monitor screen in the sequential order and with the dwell time set on the SEQ SETUP menu.
• ESC button
When the setup menu (SYSTEM SETUP, SEQ SETUP, TITLE SETUP, TITLE SET, or TITLE POSI) is displayed on the monitor screen, this button works as the ESC button.
Pressing this button returns the current setup menu to the previous setup menu.
4. VIDEO SELECT (1, 2, 3, 4)/CURSOR (4, 5)/SELECT (–, +) Buttons
These buttons select the video signal or move the cursor on the setup menus.
• VIDEO SELECT(1, 2, 3, 4) buttons
When the setup menu is not displayed, these button work as VIDEO SELECT button. Pressing one of these buttons selects a channel to be displayed in single picture mode.
• CURSOR (4, 5)/SELECT(–, +) buttons
When the setup menu is displayed, these buttons work as CURSOR (4, 5)/SELECT (–, +) buttons. Pressing these buttons moves the cursor or select s a mode or a parameter.

MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

VCR OUT
1
VIDEO
OUT
ALARM/REMOTE
INOUT
2
VIDEO
INOUT
3
INOUT
4
INOUT
SIGNAL GND
ON
POWER
ALARM
MENU
ESC
ALARM RESET
QUAD/SEQ
OFF
POWER
PROTECTION
1 2 3 4
VIDEO SELECT
CURSOR SELECT
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Quad System WJ-MS
SWITCH
PROTECTOR
2. Alarm LED (ALARM)
This LED flashes while the alarm signal is received. It changes to steady light when the alarm is reset automatically. To turn the flashing LED off, press the ALARM RESET/QUAD/SEQ button.
3. Alarm Reset/Quad/Sequence/Escape Button (ALARM RESET/QUAD/SEQ/ESC)
This button has different functions in different modes, as described below.
• ALARM RESET button
When an alarm signal is received, this button works as the ALARM RESET button. Pressing this button in an alarm situation cancels the alarm mode with the following results:
1. The alarm LED stops flashing.
2. The alarm output is stopped.
3. The alarm buzzer stops beeping.
4. The video loss caution message on the monitor screen disappears and the screen returns to the camera picture.
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4 button: This button moves the cursor to the left or
selects an item on the setup menus.
5 button: This button moves the cursor to the right
or selects an item on the setup menus.
– button: This button selects a character or a para-
meter on the setup menus.
+ button: This button selects a character or a para-
meter on the setup menus.
5. Menu Button (MENU)
Pressing this button for approx. 2 seconds displays the setup menus. Pressing it again for approx. 1 second cancels the display of the setup menus.
6. Video input Connector (VIDEO IN 1, 2, 3, 4)
These connectors receive a composite video signal. They are automatically terminated.
Notes:
• The input signals must meet the EIA B/W video signal standard, if the video inputs of this unit are to be synchronized.
• If the input signals have a high jitter content, as in the case of a VCR playback picture, it may not be possible to synchronize this unit.
Not Used
Not Used
ALARM OUT
Not Used
ALARM RESET OUT
ALARM RECOVER IN QUAD/SEQ
Menu
Selector
REMOTE/ALARM 4
REMOTE/ALARM 3
REMOTE/ALARM 2
REMOTE/ALARM 1
GND
Pin-14 to 25 are connected to Ground
7. Video Output Connectors (VIDEO OUT 1, 2, 3, 4)
The video input signals connected to the VIDEO IN connector are looped through to these connectors.
Connectors a coaxial cable to these connectors cancels the termination.
8. VCR Output Connector (VCR OUT)
The video signal for the quad picture mode is always provided at this connector. By connecting it to the VIDEO IN connector of the time lapse VCR, you can record the quad picture.
9. Video Output Connector (VIDEO OUT)
The video signal selected by the QUAD/SEQ button (quad picture) or the VIDEO SELECT button (single picture) is output from this connector.
10. Alarm/Remote Control Connector (ALARM/REMOTE)
This connector accepts the alarm signal from asso­ciated alarm sensor units and the remote control signal from the external equipment.
Notes:
• The pins #6 Menu and #7 QUAD/SEQ are oper­able only when pin #5 Selector is grounded.
• See Specifications for allowable electric capac­ity of each pin.
11. Power Cord
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To install the WJ-MS424 Quad Unit in an EIA 19-inch rack, use the rack mounting brackets (provided) and eight screws (provided, M3x10).
1. Turn off the power of the unit.
2. Remove the four screws fixing the rubber legs, and remove the four rubber legs from the unit.

RACK MOUNTING

Remove four rubber legs.
3. Attach the rack mounting brackets on both sides and fix them with eight screws (provided).
Eight screws (Provided)
4. Install the unit in the rack with four screws (to be procured locally).
Cautions:
1. Leave one space free both above and below the unit, or install a cooling fan in the rack.
2. If the rack is subject to vibrations, secure the rear of the unit to the rack using additional rack mounting brackets (to be procured locally).
EIA 19” rack
Fix the rack mounting brackets
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