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Panasonic WJ-NX200K Installation Manual

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Installation Guide

Network Disk Recorder
WJ-NX200K
Model No.
Before attempting to connect or operate this product,
please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
The model number is abbreviated in some descriptions in this manual.

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  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    Installation Guide Network Disk Recorder WJ-NX200K Model No. Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. The model number is abbreviated in some descriptions in this manual.
  • Page 2 Contents Introduction ..........................4 Standard accessories ................................4 About the user manuals ................................4 About Additional Camera Kit (option) ............................5 About Secure Communication Kit (option)..........................5 About the business intelligence function (option) ........................5 Precautions for installation ................................ 5 Basic operations ..................................

  • Page 3: Important Information

    Contents (continued) Important Information Refer to the Important Information (PDF) in the provided CD-ROM for the following items. Safety Information · Important safety instructions Introduction · Preface · System requirements for a PC · Network security Precautions · Precautions for use Major operating controls ·...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Adobe web site and install it. "NX200" shown in the instructions and illustrations used in these operating instructions indicate the WJ-NX200K. Refer to "readme.txt" on the provided CD-ROM for further information about the optional dedicated software, compatible network cameras (hereinafter, cameras) and their versions.

  • Page 5: About Additional Camera Kit (Option)

    This product is designed to be used indoors. • Locations subject to steam and oil smoke such as a kitchen Panasonic assumes no responsibility for injuries or • Locations which are not level property damage resulting from failures arising out of •...
  • Page 6 Introduction (continued) Place this product horizontally on a level surface. For BNC cable connection Do not place this product in an upright position. When Use only the recommended plug below when connecting the stacking multiple recorders, clear a space of more than 5 cm BNC plug to the connectors on the rear panel of this product.

  • Page 7: Basic Operations

    Introduction (continued) Basic operations This section explains operation of a mouse and the soft keyboard, and setting screen only. The recorder can be operated using the mouse (provided) connected to the mouse connection port either on the front or the rear side of the recorder.
  • Page 8 Introduction (continued) About the operation of on-screen keyboard Use the on-screen keyboard to enter characters for the setting items. When clicking the [ ] icon beside the entry field, the on- screen keyboard will be displayed, and it will become possible to enter characters by clicking the character keys on the key- board.

  • Page 9: Setup Menu

    Introduction (continued) Setup menu Configuration of each setting item in the setup menu should be completed in advance to use this recorder. The setup menu has the following levels for the setting items. On "Easy Start", the minimum settings required to operate the recorder will be performed, but other settings will remain default.

  • Page 10: Operations Flow

    Operations flow • The main monitor is required for the settings. * The settings can be done through a web browser on the PC (Refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF)). • The PC is required for reading the Important Information, the Operating Instructions (PDF) and camera settings.
  • Page 11 Operations flow (continued) Register the date & time and cameras on "Easy Start". Configure the minimum settings When it is not necessary to change other default settings, it [Easy Start] is possible to start operations. ☞ Page 29 If necessary, perform the detailed settings for each function. Setup ☞...

  • Page 12: Obtain The License (Registration Key)

    1 Obtain the license (Registration Key) Keep the "Activation Key Card" provided with the recorder nearby. Obtain the "Registration Key" of the recorder by following the instructions on the provided Activation Key Card. To increase number of connected cameras, get the registration key number of the additional camera license according to the Additional Camera Kit (option).

  • Page 13: Installation Of The Hard Disk Drive

    2 Installation of the hard disk drive Before installing the hard disk drives, turn off the power of the recorder first. When replacing the hard disk drives, the procedures will be same as those of installation. When installing or replacing the hard disk drives for playback use only (hard disk drives that are formerly used for recording), perform the link process.
  • Page 14 2 Installation of the hard disk drive (continued) Step 4 Step 5 Insert the HDD bracket with the hard disk drive all the way Turn on the power of the recorder. (☞ Page 25) → New hard disk drive will be formatted automatically. →...

  • Page 15: Rack Mounting

    3 Rack mounting Install the recorder in an EIA standard 19-inch rack (Depth: Step 3 550 mm or more). Install the recorder in the rack by using four rack mounting screws. Note: Secure using the rack mounting screws (x4). • Use four M5 × 12 screws (locally procured) to install the Tightening torque: 2.0 N·m ~ 2.4 N·m (1.48 lbf·ft ~ 1.78 lbf·ft) recorder in a rack.

  • Page 16: Connections

    4 Connections Connection of cameras and a mouse Up to 16 cameras can be connected to the Camera/PC port of the recorder via a PoE hub. Use a Ethernet cable (straight) to connect the recorder and the PoE hub. Connect the provided mouse to the mouse connection port on the front or rear side of the recorder. Recorder Ethernet cable (locally procured): category 5e or better (straight)

  • Page 17: Connection Of Monitors

    4 Connections (continued) Connection of monitors Connect a main monitor (to be used to display live images, recorded images or the setup menu) and a sub monitor (to be used to display live images only) to the HDMI (video/audio output) connectors using HDMI cables (optional). Connect a sub monitor (BNC) to the video output connector using a BNC cable (locally procured).

  • Page 18: Connection Of A Pc

    4 Connections (continued) Connection of a PC Connect this recorder and a PC via a PoE hub. When PC and the camera are in the same network When the PC and the camera are configured on the same network, connect the PC to the Camera/PC port via a PoE hub. Recorder IP address: 192.168.0.250 IP address: 192.168.0.x...
  • Page 19 4 Connections (continued) When PC and the camera are in different networks When the PC and the camera are configured on different networks, connect the PC to the PC port via a switching hub. Recorder [PC port] [Camera/PC port] IP address: 192.168.1.x IP address: 192.168.1.250 IP address: 192.168.0.250 (except 0, 1, 250 and 255)

  • Page 20: How To Use The Terminals Of The Alarm/Control

    4 Connections (continued) How to use the terminals of the ALARM/CONTROL The ALARM/CONTROL connectors on the back is used when connecting an external device such as a sensor that outputs alarm signals or when installing an external alarm device such as a buzzer or a lamp outside. Insert the unarmored cable into the provided terminal plug and then mount it on the ALARM/CONTROL connector on the back.
  • Page 21 4 Connections (continued) Connection example 1 for the auto adjustment time function When "Auto time adjustment" found in "Date & time settings" under "Date/Language" on the setup menu is set to "Master". "Time adjustment output" becomes available and the clock of this recorder will be applied to other devices. The time adjust output signal will be supplied from B3 terminal to other recorders at the time set for "Activation time"...
  • Page 22 4 Connections (continued) Connection example of control output When an alarm device such as a buzzer or a lamp is connected, the signal output from terminal B4~B7 can be used to notify the status by sounding a buzzer or lighting a lamp. The following example is of a connection with the HDD error output /Recording error output (B6 terminal).
  • Page 23 4 Connections (continued) Alarm connection example When a signal output from the other device is supplied to the Alarm input 1 to 9 terminals (pin nos. A1~A9), recording or an alarm action will be performed in accordance with the settings. When an alarm device such as a buzzer, a lamp, etc., is installed outside, connect them to the Alarm output terminal (pin no.

  • Page 24: Time And Polarities Of The Alarm/Control Connector

    4 Connections (continued) Time and polarities of the ALARM/CONTROL connector Terminal name Active Time Remarks Alarm input 100 ms or more N.O.: L active N.O.: H active Alarm reset input 100 ms or more L active Emergency recording input 100 ms or more L active Network error output At an error occurrence until the period selected for "Error out-...

  • Page 25: Turn On The Devices

    WJ-NX200K: 120 V AC, 60 Hz passed through the clamp mount. → The [OPERATE] indicator on the front of the recorder will →...
  • Page 26 5 Turn on the devices (continued) Step 2 Step 3 The administration registration window is displayed on If the license for the recorder has not been registered the main monitor. yet, the message asking you to register the "Registration Key" will be displayed after the completion of the system check and the administrator registration.

  • Page 27: Register The License (Registration Key)

    6 Register the license (Registration Key) When using the recorder for the first time, using the secure function, or increasing the number of the cameras to be connected, it is necessary to register the recorder license (Registration Key). Important: • In the following cases, the recorder must be rebooted by clicking the [Restart] button. The licenses will not be effective until the recorder is rebooted.
  • Page 28 6 Register the license (Registration Key) (continued) Step 5 Step 8 Click the [Setup >] button of [Registration of license To increase the number of connected cameras, enter (This product, camera extension, etc.)]. the registration key of the additional camera license →...

  • Page 29: Configure The Minimum Settings [Easy Start]

    7 Configure the minimum settings [Easy Start] The minimum settings required to operate the recorder, such as the date & time, camera registration, recording, can be config- ured on the setup menu - the "Quick setup" menu - "Easy Start". First, configure the minimum settings on "Easy Start", and to configure more advanced settings, go to each setup page.

  • Page 30: Camera Status

    "ONVIF" may be detected depend- to all connected cameras (including cameras currently in ing on the models of Panasonic cameras. In such a use) by clicking the [New] button. case, turn off the power of the camera and turn if on •...
  • Page 31 Monday. • The HDD consumption for the event recording will be excluded. • If a camera manufactured by other than Panasonic is used, the value of "Referenced recording days" will not be displayed.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before asking for repairs, check the symptoms with the following table. Contact your dealer if a problem cannot be solved even after checking and trying the solution in the table or a problem is not described below. Symptom Cause/solution Ref.
  • Page 33 Troubleshooting (continued) Symptom Cause/solution Ref. pages The "Thermal error" indication • Check if the fan is malfunctioning. Operating is displayed on the main Instructions monitor. • Check if the recorder ventilation holes or cooling fan are blocked, and also check for dust collected around the ventilation holes. •...
  • Page 36 For U.S.A. Disposal may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please visit Panasonic website: http://www.panasonic.com/environmental or call 1-888-769-0149. Panasonic System Communications Company of North America, Unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America www.panasonic.com/business/...

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