Panasonic WJ-ND400 manual Preface, About these Operating Instructions

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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.

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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.

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Quick Reference Guide

: Basic settings and frequently used functions.

Adobe® Reader is required to refer to 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.

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® Windows Vista® Business (32-bit) is called Windows Vista®.

Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional SP2, and Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition SP2 are called Windows® XP.

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Contents Model No. WJ-ND400 Network Disk Recorder Operating InstructionsContents Attachments ContentsTroubleshooting ContentsGlossary IndexAbout these Operating Instructions PrefaceTrademarks and Registered Trademarks System Requirements for a PCRestrictions when operating MPEG-4 images Start the PC Launch the web browser About operating windowsDisplay and close the operating window About operating windows Click the buttons and tabs to set up operationsTop Names and functions of componentsControl button Cam. select box Cam. select buttonMultiscreen select box Sequence box El-zoom box Setup button Status display area HDD tab Playback point operation areaCamera at the time of recording CAM tab Priority Recording mode Recording mode and priorityRecording images and audio Manual recording of images and audioPlayback recorded images PlaybackClick the HDD tab Click the Play button On the HDD tab, click the Stop buttonFunction Button Operation PlaybackOperations during playback Playback Click the Cam. select button Playback from a designated time and dateSearch for and playback images Filter Search Conditions Filter conditionsRec event list display Click the OK button Search for and playback recorded eventsClick the Rec event search button Conditions for filteringClick the Stop button Click the VMD search buttonSelect the check box for the area to be played back Select an area to play backScreen display Live imagesFunction Name Button Operation Live imagesUseful functions while images are displayed Click the CAM tab Camera controlPan & tilt operations Auto mode function Auto pan etc Registration of a camera direction on the preset positionMove a camera to the preset position Click the Cam. select button Click the Sequence button Display switching SequenceScreen Multiscreen Live images Event functions EventAbout Events About event actionSuspend alarm action Canceling alarm actionDisplay the operation window Click the Alarm Suspend button Operations during an eventCancel the Error Status Lock CancelPreventing illegal operations Access log Error logChecking logs Click the List buttonChecking logs Event logNetwork log Click the Control button Click the Copy button Copying recorded imagesCopying Copying recorded images Playing back copied imagesSelect the Copy area check box Click the OK button Click the HDD tab Click the log to playbackClick the Delete button Deleting imagesManual deletion Downloading images for playback Downloading imagesClick the Download button Click the Save buttonDownloaded image operations Installing the viewer softwareDownloading images Downloading the viewer softwarePlaying back images Uninstalling the viewer softwareWindows XP Windows VistaClick the Open button Saving imagesSelect the downloaded image data file name.n3r Alteration detection Printing imagesTransmitting data Transmit camera images when an event occursTransmitting to the FTP server Send mailSystem information Checking system/disk informationDisk information Click the Display button on the Disk information windowDescription Alarm mail notificationAbout mail notification RAID6 3 Down About mail notificationAltered **CH About the error log Error logDescription of error Error log Network log ConnectorOutput from Connector Error logSkip COPY-HDD Full Area ERR COPY-HDD Full Ftploginfault Httpothererr About the error operations Error operationsError log display Description of error RemedyParameter Description Detail Error operationsParameter in the logs above Problem Check item/remedy TroubleshootingProblems Troubleshooting Audio is not be played correctly Troubleshooting Message display Problem RemedyWords used in the manual GlossaryGlossary Smtp authentication ResolutionSystem Administrator RouterDNS IndexPanasonic Sales Company Panasonic Canada Inc For European and other fieldsNetwork Disk Recorder Installation Guide For Your Safety Please Read the Following Text CARE- Fully This Class a digital apparatus complies with Canadian Ices Page Description of Functions Installation and SetupPower Supply About ConnectorsUsing the Front Panel for Operations SpecificationsPreface Network Security Precautions Handle the unit with care Indication labelPlace the unit horizontally on a level surface MPEG-4 Visual patent portfolio license GPL/LGPLFront View Major Operating Controls and Their FunctionsMajor Operating Controls and Their Functions HDD status indicator STS HDD access indicator A/FInside the Front Cover USE button USERemoval knob RAID mode switch RAIDHDD bay slots Rear View Using the BraceMega Pixel Camera Compatibility and Capacity Outline of FunctionsHDD Space Management Replace HDDsEncrypting Data Recorded on the HDDs HDD Fault Tolerance SystemOutline of Functions Recording and Playing Images Setting SchedulesStable recording and playback of images Event FunctionsList of Functions Setup Menu ListEvent operations include the following Live MonitoringNetwork Security Function NetworkRemote Operation Recording Rate Setting Maintenance Version UpgradeSD Memory Recording Acquiring images stored on the SD memory cardGetting Started Setup ProcedureInstall the recorder in the rack Setting up the RackRack Mounting Remove the 5 rubber feet from the underside of the recorderRack mounting positions Setting up the RackUsing a HUB for Direct Connection Connecting the PC and the CameraConnections Port OperationConnections Example of Connectivity with 1 Port Operation Connecting to a PC over AdslHubhub Connecting multiple units to the recorderExample of Connectivity with 2 Port Operation Connections Secure connection cable Connecting the Extension UnitUsing the Alarm/Control connector About ConnectorsPin Assignments Pin Name Description of Operation Remarks NumberConnectivity for Switching to External Recording About ConnectorsAuto Adjustment Time Function Connection Connectivity for Emergency RecordingConnectivity for Control Output Signal ground Time adjustment inputUPS Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS ConnectivityAlarm Using the Alarm ConnectorAlarm Connectivity Connectors Active Time Remarks Turning On the Power Power SupplyTurning Off the Power During RecordingBasic Operations Using the Front Panel for OperationsChecking System Information Using the Front Panel for OperationsChecking the IP Address Camera port Client PC port Maintenance portSetting and Canceling Key Lock Setting the IP AddressConfiguring the Settings for Each Item Click the SET button when the cursor isUse the two screws to fasten the bottom of the HDD HDD UnitReference Handling the HDDPress the USE button for over 2 seconds Installing HDDsHDD is automatically recognized Check the available disk space Installing HDDs by unitInstall the HDD units in the extension unit Removing HDDs Check the disk information Remove the HDD unitRemoving HDDs by unit Turn off the recorder Setting the HDDs Operation ModeHold down the USE button and turn on the power to boot up Data source During HDD error malfunction During recovery HDD Error Recovery During RAID OperationReplacing Faulty HDD during RAID Operation Rebooting Troubleshooting Power cord gets warm or hot if bent General Specifications SpecificationsWJ-ND400 Input/outputStandard Accessories Accessories100BASE-TX 10BASE-T For business users in the European Union Network Disk Recorder Setup Instructions Initial configurations Disk management Alarm mail notification Encryption settingsData encryption Formatting disksPreface System Requirements for a PC Restrictions when operating MPEG-4 images Recorder Network SettingsGetting started Setup menu listSetting item Description HDD Setting item Camera port Client PC port Maintenance port Network settingsRecorder network settings After confirming that the cursor is , press the SET button Network settingsUse the arrow buttons to change the setting Double click Local Area Connection PC network settingsClick Properties Click Network ConnectionsClick the OK button to close the window Click Internet Protocol TCP/IP and then click PropertiesAbout operating windows About operating windows Names and functions of components Next page button Search box Search button Area select button Copy boxCam. select button Displays a menu for setting the server Alarm ALM button Error ERR button Pause button Next Image button Playback may start a few seconds CAM tab Click the sub menu tab to configure Click the setup menu button to configureSettings Quick settingsLanguage, and time & date settings Quick settingsUnder the Network setup item, click the Set button Quick settingsNetwork setup Click the Registration button Camera registrationPort setup Camera port / Client PC port Program settings Basics Basic setupBasics Time display format Time & dateBasics Basics Click the Emergency rec. button on the setup menu Emergency recording settingsEmergency recording Emergency recordingEmergency recording Acquiring images saved on the SD memory card About the Measurement buttonAbout SD memory recording Event Basic event settings Terminal alarm settings Terminal alarmSite alarm settings Site alarmCommand alarm settings Command alarmProgram SchedulesSchedules Program settings10ips 3ips5ips About the Measurement button Time table Time table setupType of setting you want to configure About externally controlled recording NW camera CameraAutomatically detecting and registering cameras PortCamera NW camera settingsClick the Execute button Switch cameras 4-screen display settingChecking and changing a camera Manually setting Check or change the items you want Input a group title Group settingsGroup Sequence Screen live sequence Sequence display type settingsServer NTP settingsServer FTP settingsServer Mail Smtp Mail settingsProxy Proxy settingsNetwork Network Network settingsPort forwarding Ddns Ddns settingsSnmp Snmp settingsPanasonic alarm protocol settings Panasonic alarm protocolUser management Basic user management settingsUser management AdministratorAdministrator settings Users User setupsEditing user information Deleting user information Click the User mng. button on the setup menuClick the Edit button Click the Registration button Click the Set buttonHosts Host settingsDeleting host information Editing host informationUser level User level settings Recorder information MaintenanceRecorder information Check the items you wantClick the recording information Display button MaintenanceRecording information Disk informationNetwork information Network informationDisk Disk settingsData delete Deleting image data from a diskSettings management Settings managementHDD space management Configuring disksDisk partition information Configuring disksClick the Config. button on the setup menu Disk information Encryption settings Encryption settingsData encryption Information window, click EncryptionFormat Formatting disksInformation window, click Format Click the Format buttonClick the Main button Formatting disksPre-event recording area formatting On the disk config top window, click FormatClick the Format button About mail notification Network Link Error RAID5 1 Down Altered **CH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Message display Glossary Glossary Smtp 100 Index 1013TR005560BAB A0408-1078 Solution ALL
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WJ-ND400 specifications

The Panasonic WJ-ND400 is a robust network video recorder (NVR) designed for reliable and scalable surveillance solutions. It serves as a central component in a modern security system, enabling the management and storage of video data from IP cameras. This device is particularly well-suited for a variety of applications, ranging from small retail setups to large enterprise installations.

One of the key features of the WJ-ND400 is its impressive storage capacity, supporting up to 16 terabytes of internal storage. This allows for extended recording times and the ability to retain high-resolution video footage without sacrificing quality. It supports various video compression formats, such as H.264 and H.265, which optimize file sizes and bandwidth use while maintaining clarity.

The WJ-ND400 boasts an intuitive user interface that facilitates seamless configuration and management of the recording settings. Users can access the device through a web browser, providing a convenient way to monitor live feeds, playback recorded footage, and manage camera settings from anywhere with an internet connection. This remote access feature is critical for businesses that require flexible surveillance management.

In terms of connectivity, the NVR supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), allowing for simplified installations by reducing the need for additional power supplies for IP cameras. The WJ-ND400 also utilizes a 10/100/1000 BASE-T Ethernet interface that ensures high-speed data transfer, optimizing the performance of connected devices.

Moreover, the WJ-ND400 is compatible with a wide range of Panasonic IP cameras, enhancing its versatility within a surveillance setup. It supports up to 64 channels of video input, enabling integration of multiple cameras for comprehensive coverage of surveillance areas.

Advanced features include motion detection and scheduled recording, allowing users to customize recording parameters based on specific needs. The NVR can also provide event alerts and notifications, enhancing its capability to respond to security incidents in real time.

In conclusion, the Panasonic WJ-ND400 stands out for its powerful storage capabilities, user-friendly interface, and extensive compatibility with various cameras. Its efficient use of high-quality video compression, combined with robust networking features, makes it an optimal choice for organizations looking to enhance their security infrastructure.
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