Panasonic WJ-ND400 Installation Guide

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

10Handle this product with care.Do not strike or shake, as this may damage this product.Do not strike or give a strong shock to this product.It may ca

11Precautions for installationUse this product for indoor use only.Avoid the following locations for installation. • Placesexposedtodirectsunlig

12Major operating controls and their functions Front view q Error indicator (ERROR) Blinks red when an error occurs that may cause the sys-tem to

13Note: • Basically,eachindicatorwillindicatethestatusoftherespective hard disk drive (HDD1 - HDD9). Important: When the indicator light

14 Inside the front cover q [USE] button Use this button when adding/replacing the HDD units, or when changing the operational mode.Installing/re

15 t HDD slots Up to 9 HDD units can be installed.Note: • RequirementstouseintheRAID5/RAID6modeTo use in the RAID 5 mode: The RAID 5 mod

16 Rear viewty u i o !0q w e r q q Handle for maintenance Pull this handle after removing the 5 screws (indicated by the triangles) to open the r

17Outline of functions HDD (Hard disk drive)● Mega-pixel camera compatibility/Large amount of storageIt is possible to record high-definition images

18● HDD fault-tolerance systemThe RAID function is available as the HDD fault-tolerance system.In addition to the RAID 5 mode that recovers data when

19● SchedulesIt is possible to create a timetable by dividing a day into up to 6 time zones and to create schedules by assigning programs to the creat

2The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangero

20● Major functionsLive image displayFunction Description1-screen Live images (with audio) from a camera will be displayed on a 1-screen. When display

21● Network security functionThe 2 network security function are provided to the recorder.Access restriction by the user authentication and the host a

22● SD memory recordingThe SD memory recording is the function featured in some Panasonic's cameras that records images on the SD memory card on

23Operations flowThe operation flow of the recorder is as follows.z➜Rack mountingInstall the recorder in the rack. (Page 24)Go to step 2 when not inst

24 3 Place the provided rack mounting brackets on both sides of the recorder and fix them with the rack mounting bracket fixing screw (x6). Secure

25Extension unit (unit number 4) Connection cable (provided with extension unit) Require a space of 1 unitExtension unit (unit number 5) Extension uni

26PCLAN cable (Locally procured: 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX / 1000BASE-T category 5e, straight (NTSC model) / category 7, straight (PAL model)) PCRecorder

27HubPCPCRecorder Network cameras HubLAN cable (Locally procured: 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX / 1000BASE-T category 5e, straight (NTSC model) / category 7,

28● Connection example for 1-port operationConnecting a PC using an ADSL lineNote: • Whenusingarouter,MPEG-4imagessometimesmaynotbedisplay

29Connecting recorders PCPCNetwork cameras Recorder (1) Recorder (2)HubHubLAN cable (Locally procured: 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX / 1000BASE-T category

3The model number and 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

30● Connection example for 2-port operationConnecting a PC using an ADSL line WANPCRecorder ADSL router ADSL line PCNetwork cameras HubHubLAN ca

31Connecting recorders PCPCNetwork cameras Network cameras Recorder (1) Recorder (2)Hub HubHubLAN cable (Locally procured: 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX /

32● Connecting the extension unitsUp to 5 extension units can be connected to a single recorder. Use the dedicated connection cable (provided with the

33About the connectors How to use the terminals of the ALARM/CONTROL connectorThese terminals are used for emergency recording, auto time adjustment,

34● Connection for emergency recordingWhen the external switch is turned on, emergency recording will start.Recording time and recording rate for emer

35● Connection 2 for the auto adjustment time functionWhen "Auto adjustment time" of "Time & date" under "Basic" on

36● Connection of the control outputWhen an alarm device such as a buzzer or a lamp is connected, the signal output from pin nos.15 - 18 can be used t

37 How to use the terminals of the ALARM connectorThese terminals are used to connect the alarm devices, such as sensors, door switches, etc.The conn

38● Alarm connectionWhen a signal is supplied to the alarm input terminals 1 - 32 (pin nos. 1 - 12, 15 - 25 of the ALARM connector, pin nos. 1 - 9 of

39 Time and polarities of the ALARM/CONTROL terminal and the ALARM terminalTerminal Active Time RemarksAlarm input 100 ms or more L activeAlarm out

4Important safety instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5)

40Turn on/off the power of the recorder Turn on the power of the recorderTurn on the power of the recorder. 1 Insert the power plug into an outlet.

41Operations using the buttons on the front panel Basic operationsThe following are the available functions using the buttons on the front panel and

42 Check the system informationIt is possible to check information relating to the system (software version, hardware version, MAC address, serial nu

43 Check the IP addressIt is possible to check the DHCP status, IP address, subnet mask, gateway* and HTTP port* for each port. Each port will be dis

44 Set the IP addressThe available setting items are the same as described in the "Check the IP address" section on the page 43.Shift the d

45 HDD unitTo install a hard disk drive in the recorder, it is necessary to assemble an HDD unit (encase the hard disk drive in the HDD canister).The

46 Handle the hard disk drivesThe following are descriptions of how to install/remove the hard disk drives, to determine the operational mode, and t

47● Install the HDD unitsIt is possible to install the HDD units without stopping the operation. 1 After inserting the provided key into the key hole

48 6 Press the [SET] button. 7 Press the arrow button (up or down) repeatedly until the "Link HDD" indication is displayed. 8 Move the un

49 2 Recognition process of the hard disk drive will start automatically. • TheHDDstatusindicatorwillblinkorangeduringtherec-ognition proc

5ContentsLimitation of liability ... 3Disclaimer of warranty ...

50● Remove the HDD unitsIt is possible to remove the HDD unit without stopping the operation. 1 After inserting the provided key into the key hole on

5111 Close the front cover and lock it by pushing and turning the key to the left. Keep the key in a safe place.12 Check the disk information. T

52 8 Move the underscore mark below "YES" using the arrow button (left or right), and then press the [SET] button. The shutdown process

53 3 After inserting the provided key into the key hole on the front cover, push and turn it to the right to open the front cover. 4 Determine the o

54 Data recovery (in the RAID 5/RAID 6 mode)If a hard disk drive failure occurs in the RAID 5 or RAID 6 mode, the error display will appear as shown

55● Replacement of a faulty hard disk drive in the RAID modeIn the RAID 5 mode, it is possible to read data on the other hard disk drives and recover

56 RebootWhen pressing the [SET] button while the "Manual Reboot" indication is being displayed, the "ACCEPT" indication will be

57TroubleshootingCheck the following before requesting repair. Contact a dealer if a problem cannot be solved even after checking and trying the solu-

58The hard disk drive is not recognized.The HDD status indicator does not light.Make sure that the HDD unit is inserted all the way into the HDD slot.

59Problem Check item/Remedy Ref. pageThe power cord insulation is damaged.The power cord, plug and connectors are worn out.This may result in electric

6PrefaceThe network disk recorder (WJ-ND400K, WJ-ND400K/G) is designed for use within a surveillance system, and record images/audio from the connecte

60Specifications• GeneralPower source: NTSC model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz PAL model: 220 V to 240 V AC, 50 HzPower consumption: 170 WAmbient operating tem

61Standard accessoriesCD-ROM*1 ... 1 pc.Installation Guide ...

62Index1 port operation ... 261000BASE-T ...

6363RRAID 5 ... 54RAID 6 ...

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used BatteriesThese symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying docu

7System requirements for a PCIt is recommended to operate this unit using a PC that meets the following system requirements.OS: Microsoft® Windows Vi

8Network securityAs you will use this product connected to a network, your attention is called to the following security risks. • Leakageorthefto

9PrecautionsDo not operate this product beyond its specified tem-perature, humidity, or power source ratings.Use this product at temperatures between