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Network Disk Recorder
Installation Guide
Model No. WJ-ND400
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Before attempting to connect or operate this product,
please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
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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
Preface
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.
• 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:
An ALL-POLE MAINS SWITCH with a contact separation of at
least 3 mm in each pole shall be incorporated in the electrical
installation of the building.
CAUTION
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.
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 CAREFULLY.
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 replace-
ment fuse has a rating of 5 amp and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI
to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark
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 SOCKET 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.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as shown
below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
WARNING: This apparatus must be earthed.
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code.
As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may
not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in
your plug, proceed as follows.
The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected to
the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth
symbol
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal
in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
How to replace the fuse
Open the fuse compartment with
a screwdriver and replace the fuse
and fuse cover.
Green-and-yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
or coloured green or green-and-yellow.
or the BSI mark on the body of the
IMPORTANT
FUSE
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For U.S.A.
The model number and serial number of this product may be
found in 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.
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 ass
use only shielded interface cables when connecting to
computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifica-
tions not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
ure continued compliance, (example -
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Contents
Preface
Preface.............................................................................................................................................................. 7
About these Operating Instructions................................................................................................................... 7
System Requirements for a PC ........................................................................................................................ 8
Trademarks and Registered Trademarks ......................................................................................................... 8
Network Security............................................................................................................................................... 8
Precautions ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
Major Operating Controls and Their Functions .................................................................11
Front View....................................................................................................................................................... 11
Inside the Front Cover .................................................................................................................................... 13
Rear View ....................................................................................................................................................... 15
Using the Brace ......................................................................................................................................... 15
Description of Functions
Outline of Functions .............................................................................................................16
HDD ................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Mega Pixel Camera Compatibility and Capacity........................................................................................ 16
Replace HDDs ........................................................................................................................................... 16
HDD Space Management.......................................................................................................................... 16
HDD Fault Tolerance System .................................................................................................................... 17
Encrypting Data Recorded on the HDDs ................................................................................................... 17
Recording and Playing Images ....................................................................................................................... 18
Stable recording and playback of images .................................................................................................. 18
Setting Schedules ...................................................................................................................................... 18
Event Functions ......................................................................................................................................... 18
List of Functions......................................................................................................................................... 19
Setup Menu List ......................................................................................................................................... 19
Network........................................................................................................................................................... 20
Remote Operation ..................................................................................................................................... 20
Network Security Function ......................................................................................................................... 20
SD Memory Recording............................................................................................................................... 21
Maintenance (Version Upgrade)................................................................................................................ 21
Installation and Setup
Getting Started ......................................................................................................................22
Setup Procedure ............................................................................................................................................. 22
Setting up the Rack ..............................................................................................................23
Rack Mounting ................................................................................................................................................ 23
Rack mounting positions ................................................................................................................................. 24
Connections ..........................................................................................................................25
Connecting the PC and the Camera ............................................................................................................... 25
1 Port Operation ........................................................................................................................................ 25
2 Port Operation ........................................................................................................................................ 26
Example of Connectivity with 1 Port Operation.......................................................................................... 27
Example of Connectivity with 2 Port Operation.......................................................................................... 29
Connecting the Extension Unit........................................................................................................................ 31
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Contents
About Connectors.................................................................................................................32
Using the Alarm/Control connector ................................................................................................................. 32
Pin Assignments ........................................................................................................................................ 32
Connectivity for Emergency Recording...................................................................................................... 33
Connectivity for Switching to External Recording ...................................................................................... 33
Auto Adjustment Time Function Connection 1........................................................................................... 33
Auto Adjustment Time Function Connection 2........................................................................................... 34
Connectivity for Control Output .................................................................................................................. 34
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Connectivity..................................................................................... 35
Using the Alarm Connector ............................................................................................................................. 36
Pin Assignments ........................................................................................................................................ 36
Alarm Connectivity ..................................................................................................................................... 37
Alarm/Control connector and Alarm Connector Timing and Polarity .............................................................. 38
Power Supply ........................................................................................................................39
Turning On the Power ..................................................................................................................................... 39
Turning Off the Power..................................................................................................................................... 39
During Recording ....................................................................................................................................... 39
During Playback......................................................................................................................................... 39
Using the Front Panel for Operations .................................................................................40
Basic Operations............................................................................................................................................. 40
Checking System Information ......................................................................................................................... 41
Checking the IP Address ................................................................................................................................ 42
Setting the IP Address .................................................................................................................................... 43
Configuring the Settings for Each Item ...................................................................................................... 43
Setting and Canceling Key Lock ..................................................................................................................... 43
HDD Unit......................................................................................................................................................... 44
Handling the HDD ........................................................................................................................................... 45
Installing HDDs .......................................................................................................................................... 46
Installing HDDs by unit............................................................................................................................... 47
Removing HDDs ........................................................................................................................................ 48
Removing HDDs by unit............................................................................................................................. 50
Setting the HDD's Operation Mode............................................................................................................ 51
HDD Error Recovery (During RAID Operation)............................................................................................... 52
Replacing Faulty HDD during RAID Operation .......................................................................................... 53
Rebooting........................................................................................................................................................ 54
Attachments
Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................55
Problems......................................................................................................................................................... 55
Specifications........................................................................................................................57
WJ-ND400 ...................................................................................................................................................... 57
Accessories...........................................................................................................................58
Standard Accessories ..................................................................................................................................... 58
Index.......................................................................................................................................59
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Preface
The Network Disk Recorder (WJ-ND400) is for recording images and audio from network surveillance cameras to a hard disk (hereafter HDD). It
is possible to connect up to 64 cameras over a network.
Also, it is possible to access and operate the recorder via a network from the web browser on a computer (hereafter PC). A maximum of 16 PCs
can be connected (via a network).
• The network settings for the PC need to be done to do settings and operations from the PC. A web browser must also be installed.
About these Operating Instructions
There are four manuals, they include the Installation Guide, Setup Instructions (PDF file), Operating Instructions (PDF file), and the Quick
Reference Guide.
• Installation Guide : How to configure required settings and connect the equipment.
• Setup Instructions (PDF file) : How to configure required settings and connect the equipment to perform operations
from a PC over a network.
• Operating Instructions (PDF file) : How to perform operations from a PC.
• Quick Reference Guide : Basic settings and frequently used functions.
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Reader is required to read the “Operating Instructions” and the “Setup Instructions” on the provided CD-ROM. When the Adobe® Reader
Adobe
is not installed on the PC, download the latest Adobe
®
Reader from the Adobe web site and install it.
In this manual and on the screen, the ND400 and the recorder are shown as WJ-ND400.
Refer to the "readme.txt" file on the CD-ROM bundled with the recorder for information about the versions and types of separately available
software and cameras supported.
The following abbreviations are used in this document.
Microsoft
Microsoft
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Windows Vista® Business (32-bit) is called Windows Vista®.
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Windows® XP Professional SP2, and Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition SP2 are called Windows® XP.
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System Requirements for a PC
It is recommended to operate this unit using a PC that meets the following system requirements.
• OS : Microsoft® Windows Vista® Business (32-bit)
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:Microsoft
Windows ® XP Professional SP2
:Microsoft® Windows ® XP Home Edition SP2
• OS Language : English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, Chinese
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• CPU : Pentium
4 3.0 GHz or faster
• Memory : 1 GB or more (512 MB or more is required when using Microsoft
• Monitor : Resolution: 1 024 x 768 pixels or more
Color: 24-bit True color or better
•Network interface : 10/100/1 000 Mbps Ethernet port x1
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• Web Browser : Windows
:Microsoft
Internet Explorer® 7.0
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Internet Explorer® 6.0 SP2
• Audio interface : Sound card (when using the audio function)
• Other : CD-ROM drive: It is necessary to read the operating instructions and use the software on the provided
CD-ROM.
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9.0c or later
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Reader®: It is necessary to read the operating instructions on the provided CD-ROM.
*Microsoft
:DirectX
:Adobe
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Internet Explorer® 6.0 SP2 is required when using Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional SP2 or Microsoft® Windows® XP Home
Edition SP2.
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*
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Windows® XP.)
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Important:
• When using a PC that does not meet the above requirements, displaying of images may become slow or the web browser may become
inoperable.
• Audio may not be heard if a sound card is not installed on a PC. Audio may be interrupted depending on the network environment.
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• Refer to "Notes on Vista
" (PDF) for further information about system requirements for a PC and precautions when using Microsoft
Windows Vista®.
Trademarks and Registered Trademarks
•Adobe Reader is a trademark or registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the USA and other countries.
• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Internet Explorer, ActiveX and Direct X are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
in the USA and other countries.
• Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation and its subsidiaries in the USA and other countries.
• RSA is a registered trademark of RSA Security Inc. BSAFE is a registered trademark of RSA Security in the USA and other countries.
• Other names of companies and products contained in these operating instructions may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners.
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 pass
words), alarm mail information, FTP server information and DDNS server information.
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Precautions
z Refer all work related to the installation of this product to
qualified service personnel or system installers.
z Do not operate the unit beyond their its specified
temperature, humidity, or power source ratings.
Use the unit at temperatures between +5 ºC - +45 ºC {41 ºF - 113
ºF} 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 ºC +30 ºC {68 ºF - 86 ºF}.
z 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.
z 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 dealer where you purchased the unit when replacement
of the battery is required.
z 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).
⋅ A lifetime of hard disk drives is limited by use.
It is recommended to replace them after around 18 000 hours
of operation to prevent data loss from disk failures.
Write error may occur frequently after around 20 000 hours of
operation and the head and motor deterioration may occur
and will reach their lifetime after 30 000 hours of operation
when they have been used at the recommended ambient
temperature (approx. +25 ºC {77 ºF}).
When hard disk drive trouble occurs, replace it immediately.
Consult your dealer for servicing.
⋅ Hard disk drives are precise devices. Do not leave them
where the temperature is high and humid.
⋅ Do not touch the connector of the removable hard disk by
hand directly to protect the hard disk drive from static
electricity.
⋅ Take notice of the following for the removed hard disks.
⋅ Do not leave them where the temperature is high and
humid. It may cause condensation.
⋅ Place them where the temperature is between 0 ºC {32 ºF}
and 30 ºC {86 ºF} and humidity is between 20 - 40 % when
they are not used for a long time (six months or more).
Consult your dealer for further information.
⋅ Operate them for around an hour at least once every six
months when they are not used for a long time.
⋅ When placing them stacked, do not stack more than four
disks.
z 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.
⋅ A lifetime of the cooling fan is limited by use.
z Grounding
Confirm that the wire is connected from the SIGNALGND
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.
z Avoid placin
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.
z 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
g the unit near noise sources
z 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.
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z 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.
z Handle the unit with care.
Do not strike or shake, as this may damage the unit.
z Do not strike or give a strong shock to the unit.
It may cause damage or allow water to enter the unit.
z 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.
z 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.
z 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 trou
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.
ble or
z MPEG-4 Visual patent portfolio license
This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 Visual patent portfolio
license for the personal and non-commercial 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.
z GPL/LGPL
⋅ This product includes software based on GNU General
Public License (GPL) and a Lesser General Public License
(LGPL).
⋅ Customers can duplicate, distribute, and modify the source
code of the relevant software according to the GPL and
LGPL.
⋅ For detailed information about the relevant software, refer to
the "readme.txt" file in the "GPL/LGPL" folder on the CDROM included with the main unit.
⋅ Please note that Panasonic cannot respond to questions
regarding the source code.
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Major Operating Controls and Their Functions
Front View
(1) Error indicator [ERROR]
Blinks when errors or problems with the recorder's operation
occur.
Blinks red : System errors
Blinks orange : Temperature is too high or low.
Cooling fan stopped, etc.
(2) Alarm indicator [ALARM]
Blinks : Alarm has occurred
Lights : Alarm output stopped
Off : Alarm is resolved or no alarm has
occurred
Refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF file) for more
information about alarms.
(3) Alarm suspension indicator
[ALARM SUSPEND]
Lights : Alarm suspend stopped
Off : Alarm is not suspended
Refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF file) for more
information about alarm suspension.
(4) Buzzer stop button [BUZZER STOP]
Use to turn off the buzzer after an alarm or error occurs.
Refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF file) for more
information about alarms and errors.
(5) LCD
Displays the recorder's status (errors etc.) and functions that
are operated using the buttons on the front panel.
(6)(5)(3)(2) (7)(1) (4)
(8)
(16)(15)(9) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14)
(6) HDD indicators ("HDD1" to "HDD9")
HDD access indicator (right side)
Indicates the access status and problems of the HDD.
When errors occur on an HDD in RAID5/RAID6 mode,
the indicator lights or blinks red.
Blinks green : Accessing HDD
Off : Not accessing HDD
Lights red : Errors have occurred on the internal
HDD
(Data can be recovered by replacing
HDD.)
• When in RAID5 mode, the first HDD
has errors
• When using RAID6, the first two
HDDs have errors.
Blinks red : Errors have occurred on the internal
Lights orange and
red
(Alternately)
The indicators display the status of the drives from HDD1 to
HDD9, but if a system errors occur, each indicator has the
same display.
HDD
(Data cannot be recovered even if
HDD is replaced)
• When in RAID5 mode, the second
HDD has errors
• When in RAID6 mode, the third HDD
has errors
: Recovering data from drive in RAID5/
RAID6 mode.
(This indicator looks orange during
high-speed processing.)
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Major Operating Controls and Their Functions
Important:
• When the HDD indicators light red in the RAID5/RAID6 mode,
quickly replace the HDD where the errors occurred. Contact
your dealer for information on replacing HDDs.
⋅ RAID5 mode:
Data cannot be recovered when two or more HDD
indicators are lighting or blinking red.
⋅ RAID6 mode:
Data cannot be recovered when three or more HDD
indicators are lighting or blinking red.
HDD status indicator (left side)
Shows the operating status of the HDDs.
Lights green : HDD power [On]
(HDD formatted)
Blinks green : HDD for playback only
(only for playback, recording not
possible)
Blinks orange : Formatting HDD
Lights red : HDD format failed
Off : HDD power [Off]
HDD is not connected or not
recognized
(14) Escape button [ESC]
Use to return to the previous screen when doing operations
on the LCD.
(15) Link indicators [LINK/ACT]
Camera Link indicator [LINK/ACT1]
Lights or blinks when linked with camera.
Lights green : When a camera port connection is
established
Blinks green : Receiving data
PC Link indicator [LINK/ACT2]
Lights or blinks when connected to a PC (PC and camera
when one port used).
Lights green : When a client PC port connection is
established
Blinks green : Receiving data
Reserved Link indicator [LINK/ACT3]
This indicator is for future extension (off).
(16) Front cover
Open to add, or replace HDD units and to configure HDD
operations (Single/RAID5/RAID6).
Keep it closed and locked during normal operations.
(7) Key hole
Use to open and close the front cover.
Keep the key in a safe place.
Lock : Turn key to left
Open : Turn key to right
(8) Maintenance port
Use for service when connected directly to a PC. Normally, it
is not used.
Note:
• Use a straight cable to connect a PC directly to the
maintenance port.
(9) Recording indicator [REC]
Lights : Recording
Off : Recording finished.
(10) Timer indicator [TIMER]
Lights : When a schedule is set
Blinks : Schedule recording in-progress
(11) Operate indicator [OPERATE]
Lights : Power [On]
Off : Power [Off]
(12) Arrow buttons (up, down, left, or right)
Use to move the cursor on the LCD and for direct input of
values.
(13) Set button [SET]
Use to set items on the LCD.
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Major Operating Controls and Their Functions
Inside the Front Cover
(1)
(2)
(3) (4)
(5)
(6) (7)
(1) USE button [USE]
Used when adding or replacing an HDD or changing the
operating mode of the HDD.
Installing or
removing an HDD
HDD operation
mode
Change
: You can install or remove the HDD by
holding down the button for at least 2
seconds, waiting for the buzzer to
sound, and using the front panel
buttons and LCD operations.
: The settings become effective after
setting the [RAID] switch and turning
on the Power switch while holding
down the [USE] button to boot up.
Remember to hold down the [USE]
button until the buzzer sounds.
(2) HDD unit
HDD in special canister.
Add and replace HDDs by using the LCD on the front panel.
Refer to page 45 for details. Contact your dealer for
information on purchasing and replacing HDDs.
(3) HDD status indicator [STS]
Shows the operating status of the HDDs.
Lights green : HDD power [On]
(Formatted)
Blinks green : HDD for playback only
Blinks orange : Formatting HDD
Lights red : HDD format failed
Off : HDD power [Off]
(only for playback, recording not
possible)
HDD is not connected or not
recognized.
(4) HDD access indicator [A/F]
Indicates the access status and problems with the HDD.
When errors occur on an HDD in RAID5/RAID6 mode, the
indicator lights or blinks red.
Blinks green : Accessing HDD
Off : Not accessing HDD
Lights red : Errors have occurred on HDD
(Data can be recovered by replacing
HDD)
• When in RAID5 mode, the first HDD
has errors
• When using RAID6, the first two
HDDs have errors.
Blinks red : Errors have occurred on HDD
(Data cannot be recovered even if
HDD is replaced)
• When in RAID5 mode, the second
HDD has errors
• When in RAID6 mode, the third HDD
has errors
Alternating colors
(Orange/red)
: Recovering data from drive in RAID5/
RAID6 mode.
(This indicator looks orange during
high-speed processing.)
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Major Operating Controls and Their Functions
(5) HDD bay slots
Up to 9 HDD can be installed (one HDD unit is installed at the
factory).
Note:
• Limiting factors for the RAID5/RAID6 mode.
RAID5 mode : The RAID5 mode can be used when
more than three HDDs are installed.
RAID6 mode : The RAID6 mode can be used when
(6) RAID mode switch [RAID]
Switches the HDD operational mode (Single, RAID5, or
RAID6).
The settings become effective after setting the HDD
operation mode with the [RAID] switch and turning on the
power while holding down the [USE] button to boot up.
S : SINGLE mode (default)
R5 : RAID5 mode
R6 : RAID6 mode
more than four HDDs are installed.
Important:
• The HDD operation mode cannot be changed once the
system is operating. Recorded data may not be read correctly
when the mode is changed after the system is operating.
(7) Removal knob
Used when replacing the HDD units.
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Major Operating Controls and Their Functions
Rear View
(1)(2) (3) (1)
(4)
(1) Handle for Maintenance
Loosen the 5 screws indicated by the triangles and grip these
handles to pull off the panel when replacing the fan or doing
other maintenance work.
(2) Alarm/Control connector [ALARM/
CONTROL], D-Sub 25 pin
Use to connect alarm devices (buzzers or indicators),
external devices, control switches controlled by the recorder.
(3) Alarm connector [ALARM], D-sub 25 pin
Use to connect alarm-related devices such as a sensor or a
door switch.
(9) (10)(8)(7)(6)(5)
(10) Power switch [POWER]
Turns the power on. Press it again to turn the power off and
end operations.
Using the Brace
Secure the power cord with the brace.
1 Lock the power cord in place by lifting and latching the
brace.
(4) Cable clamp fixing holes
Install the cable clamp (provided with the extension unit) to
secure the connection cables.
For details refer to the manual for the extension unit (WJ-
HDE400).
(5) External storage connector [EXT STORAGE]
Use to connect the (WJ-HDE400) extension unit and the
recorder with the connection cable (provided with the
extension unit).
(6) Client PC port [PC]
Use to connect a PC, 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or
1000BASE-T network.
(7) Camera port [CAMERA]
Use to connect a camera, 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or
1000BASE-T network.
(8) Signal GND terminal [SIGNAL GND]
Use as a ground when the recorder's Signal GND terminal is
connected to another device's Signal GND terminal. Static or
other noise related problems may occur if a ground is not
connected.
(9) Power cord Inlet [AC IN]
Connect the provided power cord here. The power plug is a
two prong plug with a ground terminal.
Brace
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Description of Functions
Outline of Functions
HDD
Mega Pixel Camera Compatibility and
Capacity
The recorder can record high-definition images (mega pixel camera
images) in SXGA (1280 x 960) JPEG four times that of the existing
VGA (640 x 480). This makes it possible to record a wide angle of
view and to zoom in without fuzziness to check things.
Display on 21 in PC monitor
SXGA (1280 x 960) pixels
You can install up to 9 HDDs to record high-quality images for long
periods of time. Plus, you can add up to 5 extension units.
Conventional VGA
(640 x 480) pixels
Replace HDDs
Replacement is Easy
You can install and remove HDDs by opening the front panel.
If more than two HDDs are installed, replacement can be done
without stopping recording. Instructions are shown on the LCD to
reduce misoperations, and make maintaining and replacing HDDs
easy.
Use the special HDD canister provided to install the HDD.
The HDD unit is an HDD that is in the special canister. The HDD
units can be easily installed or removed from the HDD bay slots
inside the front cover.
* Contact your dealer for information on purchasing and replacing
HDDs.
HDD Space Management
The HDDs in the recorder are virtually divided in the 4 image areas
shown below (refer to the Setup Instructions (PDF file)).
You can set only one area for each HDD.
Normal Recording Area
Event Recording Area
Pre-event Recording
Area
Copy Area
Yo u can check the remaining capacity
for each area on the Setup menu.
(1) Normal Recording Area
Area for recording except events.
Manual recording/schedule recording/SD memory data
(2) Event Recording Area
Area for recording when events occur.
Post-event recording/emergency recording
(3) Pre-event Recording Area
Area for pre-event recording.
(4) Copy area
Area where copied data is saved.
Note:
• The HDD provided in the recorder at the factory is initialized as
normal recording area. Unformatted HDDs inserted into the
recorder are automatically initialized as normal recording area.
• Recording/playback is not possible if only the Pre-event
Recording Area and the Copy Area are created. Create either
one normal recording area or event recording area.
• If a normal recording area is not created, manual and schedule
recordings are recorded to the event recording area. Also, if an
event recording area is not created, event and emergency
recordings are recorded to the normal recording area.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
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HDD Fault Tolerance System
RAID 6
Outline of Functions
A 1
A 2
A 3
P 4
The RAID function makes it possible to improve the HDD's tolerance
to errors.
This product is equipped with the RAID6 mode that can recover
image data when two HDDs fail, in addition to the RAID5 mode that
can recover image data (RAID6 has two sets of error correcting
code data). This prevents loss of recorded image data on large
volume HDDs (refer to the Setup Instructions (PDF file).
B 1
B 2
P 3
Q 4
C 1
P 2
Q 3
A 4
P 1
Q 2
B 3
B 4
Q 1
C 2
C 3
C 4
Note:
• To use the RAID5 mode you need to connect 3 or more HDDs,
the RAID6 mode requires 4 or more HDDs.
• Theoretical volume when RAID5 mode enabled
Theoretical volume = HDD with smallest capacity in the unit x
(number of HDDs in the unit −1)
• Theoretical volume when RAID6 mode enabled
Theoretical volume = HDD with smallest capacity in the unit x
(number of HDDs in the unit −2)
• The capacity of the HDDs that are installed may be a few
percents smaller.
Encrypting Data Recorded on the HDDs
The image and audio data recorded on the HDDs is encrypted. The
image and audio data on the HDDs cannot be played except on the
recorder.
®
The recorder uses RSA
BSAFE™ software from RSA Security Inc.
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Outline of Functions
Recording and Playing Images
Stable recording and playback of images
High through put is achieved by separating the camera port and the
client PC port. In addition to acquiring extremely stable images, you
can connect a maximum of 64 cameras and 16 client PCs,
depending on your network.
Recording
Camera images from network cameras are recorded on the
recorder. One Network Disk Recorder can record images from a
maximum of 64 cameras. JPEG, M-JPEG, and MPEG-4 images are
supported.
Image data
Network camera
HDD
Recorder
Playback
Images recorded on the HDD of the recorder are sent to and
displayed on a PC. One Network Disk Recorder can send images to
a maximum of 16 PCs.
Image data
PC
Event Functions
About Events
Events are things that trigger special operations by the recorder.
The event function includes terminal alarms, site alarms, and
command alarms.
For example, if a camera sends a site alarm, the recorder receives
the alarm and an event occurs.
About event operations
Event operations are the operations done when an event occurs.
Event operations include, depending on the settings, recording
images, recording logs, sending external notification (mail
notification, LED, buzzers, FTP transmission and others). Here,
operations that send external notifications are called alarms.
Events
(Terminal alarms, site alarms,
and command alarms)
Event operations
-Event recording
-Log
Alarm
-Mail notification
-LED
-Buzzer
-FTP transmission
Alarm operations are
included in event
operations.
Recording of events
is event recording,
not alarm recording.
Network camera
HDD
Recorder
PC
Accessing Live Images
Images from network cameras can be sent live to PCs via the
recorder. Images from a maximum of 64 network cameras can be
sent simultaneously to a maximum of 16 PCs.
Image data
Network camera
HDD
Recorder
PC
Setting Schedules
Schedules can be made so each day can be divided into six time
zones, each of which can be programmed separately. Up to 8
different programs can be created. It is possible to set the recording
rate, event recording time, and other items for each program.
Image of event/alarm operations
The recorder starts an event according to the settings when the
following events occur.
• Terminal Alarm : Signals from door sensors or other
external devices are transmitted through
the alarm input connector on the rear
panel of the recorder.
• Command Alarm : Receives command alarms from PCs via a
network.
• Site Alarm : Receives the Panasonic alarm protocol
from network cameras.
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