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Installation Guide
Network Disk Recorder
WJ-NX300K
Model No.
WJ-NX300K/G
The Operating Instructions (PDF) is on the Panasonic support website (https://security.panasonic.com/download/).
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 WJ-NX300K Model No. WJ-NX300K/G The Operating Instructions (PDF) is on the Panasonic support website (https://security.panasonic.com/download/). 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 2: Table Of Contents
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 About the RAID function (option) .............................. 5 Precautions for installation ................................ - Page 3 · User/Host management Others · Troubleshooting · Specifications Operating Instructions Refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF) on the Panasonic support website for the following items. Setup via recorder's main · Basic setup monitor Set up date & time and language [Date/Language] Camera setup [Camera] Set up recording/events [REC &...
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Page 4: Introduction
Refer to "readme.txt" on the provided CD-ROM for further information about the dedicated software (option) that receives and displays the event and error information, compatible network cameras (hereinafter, cameras) and their versions. Refer to the Panasonic support website (https://security.panasonic.com/support) for latest information about the compatible cameras and functions to be added or changed by firmware upgrade. -
Page 5: About Additional Camera Kit (Option)
This product is designed to be used indoors. Do not place this product in the following places: • Locations exposed to direct sunlight Panasonic assumes no responsibility for injuries or • Locations subject to having strong vibration or impact property damage resulting from failures arising out of •... - Page 6 Introduction (continued) • Locations where condensation forms easily, where tem- Grounding perature changes greatly or where humidity level is high Confirm that the wire is connected from the SIGNAL GND • Locations subject to steam and oil smoke such as a terminal to earth ground.
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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 (accessory) 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.
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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 • Professional knowledge on and experience in network and the HDD are required for the settings and changes of the operation. • 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)). - Page 11 ☞ Page 33 If necessary, perform the detailed settings for each function. Setup ☞ Operating Instructions (PDF file on the Panasonic support website) When the camera image is displayed on the main monitor or Start operations the web browser on the PC and can be recorded or played, the recorder is ready for operation.
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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: (When Replacing The Hard Disk Drives)
2 Installation of the hard disk drive (continued) Step 3 Step 4 Install the HDD in the bracket Install the HDD bracket Fix the HDD using 4 HDD fixing screws (accessories). Install the HDD bracket and tighten the HDD bracket screws Tighten the screws in the order of ①... -
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 (×4). • 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: Position In The Rack
3 Rack mounting (continued) Position in the Rack This is an example where the recorder and the extension unit (WJ-HXE400 (option), max 2 units) are installed in the rack. Connect the recorder and the extension unit using the connection cable (1.5 m {4 feet 11 inches}) provided with the extension unit. (☞... -
Page 17: Connections
4 Connections Connection of cameras and a mouse Up to 32 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) for WJ-NX300K,... -
Page 18: 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 19: 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.x (except 0, 1, 250 and 255) - Page 20 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 [Camera/PC port] IP address: 192.168.1.x IP address: 192.168.0.250 (except 0, 1, 250 and 255) Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0...
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Page 21: Connection Of Extension Units
4 Connections (continued) Connection of extension units Up to 2 extension units (WJ-HXE400: optional) can be connected with a single network disk recorder. Connect the recorder and the extension unit using the connection cable provided with the extension unit. Connect the extension units as shown in the illus- tration below. -
Page 22: 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 23 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 24 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 25 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.
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Page 26: 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 27: Turn On The Devices
5 Turn on the devices Turn on the power of the recorder Turn on the power of the recorder. When using the recorder for the first time, register the license for the recorder. (☞ Page 29) Important: • When using extension units, connect all the extension units to the power cords and turn on the power of all the extension units before turning on the power of the recorder. -
Page 28: (When Turn Off The Power Of The Recorder)
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 29: Register The License (Registration Key)
6 Register the license (Registration Key) When using the recorder for the first time, using the secure function, business intelligence function, RAID extra function, or when increasing the number of the cameras to be connected, it is necessary to register the licenses (Registration Key) to the recorder. Important: •... - Page 30 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 →...
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Page 31: Installation Of Hdd Unit
7 Installation of HDD unit Install HDD unit in extension unit The illustration on this page is schematic. Details of the shape are omitted. It is possible to install the HDD units without stopping the operation (except when RAID5 or RAID6 mode is in operation* *1 Attach three or more HDDs if it is being operated in RAID5 mode, and attach four or more HDDs if it is being operated in RAID6 mode. -
Page 32: Initialize The Hdd Unit
7 Installation of HDD unit (continued) Initialize the HDD unit Open the "HDD management" page from the setting screen and format the HDD. Step 1 Step 4 Click the [HDD management] button of the setup Click "Execute" next to "Format HDD" on the "HDD menu - the "Advanced setup"... -
Page 33: Configure The Minimum Settings [Easy Start]
8 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 34 "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 35 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.
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Page 36: 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 37 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 40 Directive for the chemical involved. 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. For U.S. and Canada: For Europe and other countries:...