Panasonic Digital Disk Recorder Wj Hd616 Wj Hd716 Installation Guide

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Installation Guide
Digital Disk Recorder 
Model No.  WJ-HD616K
WJ-HD716K
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MOUSEDigital Disk Recorder WJ-HD616
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This illustration represents WJ-HD616K. 
						

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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, 
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to 
alert the user to the presence of uninsulat-
ed "dangerous voltage" within the prod-
uct's enclosure that may be of sufficient 
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric 
shock to persons.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
 NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
Before  attempting  to  connect  or  operate  this  product,  please 
read the label on the bottom.
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 opera-
tional only when the ON-OFF switch is in the ON position. 
Unplug the power cord to disconnect the main power for all 
units.
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  splash-
ing  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:
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.
The  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  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 U.S.A.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to com-
ply  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  environ-
ment.  This  equipment  generates,  uses,  and  can  radiate 
radio  frequency  energy  and,  if  not  installed  and  used  in 
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harm-
ful 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 assure continued compliance, (example - 
use  only  shielded  interface  cables  when  connecting  to 
computer  or  peripheral  devices).  Any  changes  or  modifi-
cations  not  expressly  approved  by  the  party  responsible 
for  compliance  could  void  the  user’s  authority  to  operate 
this equipment.
For U.S.A.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian 
ICES-003.
For Canada 
						

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Limitation of liability
THIS PUBLICATION IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT 
WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, 
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED 
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY 
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT OF 
THE THIRD PARTY'S RIGHT.
    THIS PUBLICATION COULD INCLUDE TECHNICAL 
INACCURACIES OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS.
CHANGES ARE ADDED TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN, 
AT ANY TIME, FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS OF THIS 
PUBLICATION AND/OR THE CORRESPONDING PRODUCT 
(S).
    
Disclaimer of warranty
IN NO EVENT SHALL Panasonic Corporation BE LIABLE TO 
ANY PARTY OR ANY PERSON, EXCEPT FOR 
REPLACEMENT OR REASONABLE MAINTENANCE OF 
THE PRODUCT, FOR THE CASES, INCLUDING BUT NOT 
LIMITED TO BELOW:
 
(1)  ANY DAMAGE AND LOSS, INCLUDING WITHOUT 
LIMITATION, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, 
CONSEQUENTIAL OR EXEMPLARY, ARISING OUT OF 
OR RELATING TO THE PRODUCT;
  (2)  PERSONAL INJURY OR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY 
INAPPROPRIATE USE OR NEGLIGENT OPERATION OF 
THE USER;
  (3)  UNAUTHORIZED DISASSEMBLE, REPAIR OR 
MODIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT BY THE USER;
  (4)  INCONVENIENCE OR ANY LOSS ARISING WHEN 
IMAGES ARE NOT DISPLAYED, DUE TO ANY REASON 
OR CAUSE INCLUDING ANY FAILURE OR PROBLEM 
OF THE PRODUCT;
      
(5)  ANY PROBLEM, CONSEQUENTIAL INCONVENIENCE, 
OR LOSS OR DAMAGE, ARISING OUT OF THE 
SYSTEM COMBINED BY THE DEVICES OF THIRD 
PARTY;
  (6)  ANY CLAIM OR ACTION FOR DAMAGES, BROUGHT 
BY ANY PERSON OR ORGANIZATION BEING A 
PHOTOGENIC SUBJECT, DUE TO VIOLATION OF 
PRIVACY WITH THE RESULT OF THAT 
SURVEILLANCE-CAMERA'S PICTURE, INCLUDING 
SAVED DATA, FOR SOME REASON, BECOMES 
PUBLIC OR IS USED FOR THE PURPOSE OTHER 
THAN SURVEILLANCE;
  (7)  LOSS OF REGISTERED DATA CAUSED BY ANY 
FAILURE. 
						

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Important safety instructions
 1)  Read these instructions.
  2)  Keep these instructions.
  3)  Heed all warnings.
  4)  Follow all instructions.
  5)  Do not use this apparatus near water.
  6)  Clean only with dry cloth.
  7)  Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
  8)  Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that 
produce heat.
  9)  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider 
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are pro-
vided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete 
outlet.
  10)  Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where 
they exit from the apparatus.
  11)  Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
 
12)  Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by th\
e manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart 
is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid\
 injury from tip-over.
  13)  Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long pe\
riods of time.
 
14)  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, 
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen int\
o the apparatus, the appara-
tus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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Contents
Limitation of liability .......................................................3
Disclaimer of warranty  ...................................................3
Important safety instructions  .........................................4
Preface  ........................................................................\
..7
Features  ........................................................................\
.7
System configuration  ....................................................8
About the user manuals  ................................................9
System requirements for a PC  ......................................9
Trademarks and registered trademarks.......................10
Copyright  .....................................................................10
Abbreviations  ...............................................................10
Network security  .........................................................11
Precautions  .................................................................12
Precautions for Installation  ..........................................14
Major operating controls and their functions  ..............16
■ Front view  ..............................................................16
■ Rear view  ...............................................................22
User/Host management  ..............................................24
Basic operation  ...........................................................26
Operations using the buttons on the front cover  ......26
Operations using a mouse  ........................................26
Operations flow  ...........................................................27
Rack mounting  ............................................................28
Connections  ................................................................29
Connection of cameras  .............................................29
Connection of monitors  .............................................30
Connection of a PC  ...................................................32
Connection of an extension unit  ...............................33
Connection of a VCR  .................................................34
Connection of a PS·Data compatible device  ............35
Cascading connection of multiple recorders  ............37
Connection of RS485 cameras  .................................42
About the connectors  ..................................................44
How to use the terminals of the ALARM/CONTROL 
connector  ..................................................................44
How to use the terminals of the ALARM connector . . 48
Time and polarities of the ALARM/CONTROL terminal 
and the ALARM terminal  ...........................................50
Mode switch  ..............................................................51
RS485 port  ................................................................51
Install/remove HDD units  .............................................52
Install the HDD units  ..................................................52
Remove the HDD unit  ...............................................53
Determine the operational mode of the hard disk  
drives  ........................................................................\
...54
Startup  ........................................................................\
.55
Turn on the power  .....................................................55
Turn off the power  .....................................................55
Configure the minimum settings required to use the 
recorder  .......................................................................56
Setup menu  .................................................................57
About Setup menu  ....................................................58
How to operate the setup menu  ...............................59
About the operation of on-screen keyboard  
(for character entry)  ...................................................62
Configure the minimum settings required to  
operate the recorder [Quick]  .......................................63
Configure the basic settings of the recorder [Basic]  ...65
Configure the settings relating to the basic operation 
of recorder [Basic]  .....................................................65
Configure the settings relating to time & date  
[Time & date]  .............................................................66
Basic settings for recording [Recording]  ...................68Configure the settings relating to audio [Audio] 
........69
Settings for emergency recording  
[Emergency rec.]........................................................70
Configure the settings relating to event [Event]  ..........71
Configure the common settings for event actions 
[Common]  ..................................................................71
Configure the event action at a terminal alarm 
occurrence [Terminal/Command]  ..............................72
Configure the event action at a camera site alarm 
occurrence [Site alarm]  .............................................73
Configure the event action at a video loss  
occurrence [Video loss]  .............................................74
Configure the event action at a VMD occurrence 
[VMD]  ........................................................................\
.75
Configure the settings relating to recording/event 
schedules [Schedule]  ..................................................79
Flowchart on how to create a schedule  ....................79
Create a program [Program]  ......................................79
Assign a program after setting the time zone  
[Time table]  ................................................................81
Configure the settings of recording programs for 
special days [Special days]  .......................................82
Configure the settings relating to display [Display]  .....83
Common settings for monitors [Common]  ................83
Configure the display settings for Monitor 1  
[Monitor 1]  .................................................................86
Configure the display settings for Monitor 2  
[Monitor 2]  .................................................................88
Configure the camera title [Camera title]  ...................89
Configure the settings relating to the sequential 
display on a PC monitor [Network]  ...........................90
Configure the settings relating to the cascade 
connection [Cascade]  ...............................................91
Configure the settings relating to communication  
with other devices [Communication]  ...........................92
Configure the communication settings for camera 
control [Camera control]  ............................................92
Configure the settings relating to PS·Data  
[PS·Data setup]  .........................................................93
Configure the settings relating to RS485  
[RS485 setup]  ............................................................94
Configure the settings relating to the server  
[Server]  ........................................................................\
95
Configure the settings relating to time adjustment 
according to the NTP server [NTP]  ...........................95
Configure the settings relating to the FTP server  
[FTP]  ........................................................................\
..96
Configure the settings relating to the mail  
notification [Mail]  .......................................................97
Configure the settings relating to network  
[Network]  .....................................................................99
Configure the basic settings relating to a network 
[Basic]  ........................................................................\
99
Configure the settings relating to DNS [DNS]  .........101
Configure the settings relating to DDNS [DDNS]  ....102
Configure the settings relating to SNMP [SNMP]  ...103
Configure the Panasonic alarm protocol settings 
[Panasonic alarm protocol]  .....................................104
Configure the settings relating to network 
transmission [Transmission]  ....................................105
Configure the settings relating to the user   management [User mng.]  ..........................................10 6 
						

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Configure the basic settings relating to user 
management [Basic] ................................................106
Register or change the administrator information 
[Administrator]  .........................................................107
Register, change or delete the user information  
[User]  .......................................................................108
Register, change, or delete a PC (host) accessible  
to this recorder [Host]  ..............................................110
Setting of operation level [User level]  ......................112
Configure the settings relating to SD5 camera 
[SD5Link]  ...................................................................113
Configure the settings relating to the i-VMD  
function of SD5 camera [i-VMD setup]  ...................113
Uploading or downloading the settings of SD5Link 
cameras [Setup data]  ..............................................118
Configure the settings relating to maintenance 
[Maintenance]  ............................................................119
Check the product information such as the version 
[Product information]  ...............................................119
Confirm the available hard disk space  
[Disk information]  ....................................................119
Confirm the network information [Network 
information]  .............................................................121
Configure the settings and operations relating  
to hard disk drives [Disk]  .........................................122
Manage the settings [Settings management]  ..........123
View Log Information [Logs]  ....................................124
Manage hard disk drives  ...........................................126
About hard disk drives  ............................................126
About the RAID 5/RAID 6 mode  ..............................126
Determine the operation mode  ...............................126
About the disk configuration page  ..........................127
Replacement/addition of hard disk drives.................133 Replace hard disk drives  .........................................133
Shutdown process of the hard disk drives  ..............133
Add a hard disk drive  ..............................................135
Auto recognition of hard disk drives  .......................136
Operation of the extension unit  .................................138
Add an extension unit to the system  .......................138
Shutdown process of the extension unit  .................139
About the error log  ....................................................140
Error recovery of the hard disk drive (when  
operating in the RAID mode)  .....................................145
Replacement of a faulty hard disk drive in the  
RAID mode  ..............................................................146
Troubleshooting  .........................................................147
Check the power cord, connector and plug 
periodically.  .............................................................152
Specifications  ............................................................153
Standard accessories  ................................................154
Optional Accessories  ................................................154 
						

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Preface
Features
The digital disk recorders WJ-HD616K, WJ-HD716K are designed for use within a surveillance system, and record images from 
up to 16 cameras on the hard disk drives.
This product supports HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) standard which allows displaying playback/live images with 
superior quality when connecting to a high-definition monitor using an o\
ptional HDMI cable.
It is possible to operate cameras from this product to display images from multiple cameras or switch cameras from which imag-
es are to be displayed, etc.
* No hard disk drive is supplied with this recorder. For purchasing the hard disk drive, contact your dealer.
    
Easy operation using a PC mouse
It is possible to operate this product while monitoring a screen when directly connecting a PC mouse (commercially available) to 
this product.
Image display on a High-definition monitor
It is possible to display recorded images or live images from cameras on a high-definition monitor (1 920 x 1 080).
Easy hard disk drive replacement
It is possible to install/remove hard disk drives easily into/from the recorder by opening the front cover to access the HDD slots.
When 2 or more hard disk drives are installed, it is possible to replace the hard disk drives without stopping the current recording.
Locally procured hard disk drives are to be encased in optional HDD canisters (WJ-HDU40K). At the time of \
shipment from the 
factory, 4 canisters have been already installed in the recorder. Contact your dealer for purchasing additional HDD canisters and 
hard disk drives.
HDD fault-tolerance system using the RAID function
The RAID function is available as the HDD fault-tolerance system when th\
e optional RAID board (WJ-HD601) is installed.
In addition to the RAID 5 mode that recovers data when a single hard disk drive becomes faulty, there is RAID 6 mode that can 
recover data even if 2 hard disk drives become faulty. Operation in the RAID mode is one of the solutions as the HDD fault-to\
ler-
ance system that prevents data loss when handling a large amount of data on a large amount \
of storage.
Coordination with SD5 cameras
The following functions are available when connecting to Panasonic SD5 cameras using coaxial cable\
s.
Refer to the operating instructions of the camera for further information about SD5 cameras.
	 •	 Alarm	recording/Search	and	play
   When the camera issued an alarm (arisen by detection of an intruder or \
appearance/disappearance of object), the alarm 
recording will start.
    Images recorded by the alarm recording can be searched and played by designating search conditions such as the alarm 
type.
	 •	 i-VMD	area	setting
    The settings of the VMD areas created from the camera and the setting of the depth compensation configured from the cam-
era can be edited on the recorder motion detection will become more sensitive using the depth compensation. Refer to the 
operating instructions of cameras for further information about the i-VMD function.
	 •	 Save	and	load	of	the	setup	data	of	the	camera
    The settings of the camera (setup data) can be saved on the recorder and the saved setup data can be loaded to the cam-
era.
    It is convenient when a camera goes out of order and required to be exchanged since a new camera can be used with the 
same settings as it was.
     
						

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System configuration
PCSystem controller
NetworkMonitor 1
Monitor 2
Extension unit x3
Microphone x4
Powered 
speaker
Amplier
System camera or combination 
camera x16
4321
8765
12110/109
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STOP
MOUSEDigital Disk Recorder WJ-HD616
REV FWD
GOTO LAST
SUB
MENU SETHOLD
GOTO DATESEARCH COPY
SETUP /ESC
PAUSEPLAYRECREC STOPMONITORSEQOSD
MULTI SCREENERROR
TIMER STS
A/F
HDD 1
HDD 2
HDD 3
HDD 4
OPERATE ALARM
ALARM
RESET
ALARM
SUSPEND
SDHC/SD	memory	card	slot
Images being captured at an alarm occurrence or at a network error can be saved on a SDHC/SD memory card (option) auto-
matically.
It is also possible to directly save images on a SDHC/SD memory card. Images saved on the SDHC/SD memory card can be 
played or downloaded using a web browser.
Note:
	 •	 Compatible	SDHC/SD	memory	card	(option)	manufactured	by	Panasonic
    SDHC memory card:  4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB
    SD memory card:    256 MB, 512 MB, 1GB, 2GB 
(miniSD card and micro SD card excluded)
 
     
						

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About the user manuals
The following 3 manuals are provided for the WJ-HD616K / WJ-HD716K.
Installation Guide (this document): Contains descriptions of how to install/connect this product and how to configure 
the required settings.
Operating Instructions (PDF):  Contains descriptions of how to operate this product.
  (Both operations using the interface on the product and using a PC via a network are 
provided)
Quick Reference Guide:  Contains descriptions of how to configure the basic settings and to operate functions 
frequently used.
Adobe
® Reader® is required to read the PDF files on the provided CD-ROM. When Adobe® Reader® is not installed on the PC, 
download the latest Adobe® Reader® from the Adobe web site and install it.
This product is described as "HD616K" or "HD716K" in the manuals and on the set\
up menus.
Refer to "readme.txt" on the provided CD-ROM for further information about the optional dedicated softw\
are, compatible camer-
as and their versions.
    
System requirements for a PC
It is recommended to operate this unit using a PC that meets the following syst\
em requirements.
OS:  Microsoft® Windows Vista® Business SP1 (32-bit)
  Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional SP3
  Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition SP3
OS language:  English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian
CPU:  Intel
® Core™2 Duo 2.66 GHz or faster
Memory:  1 GB or more (512 MB or more when using Windows® XP)
Monitor:  1 024 x 768 pixels or more, 24-bit True color or better
Network interface:  10/100 Mbps Network interface card must be installed
Web browser:  Windows
® Internet Explorer® 7.0*
  Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 6.0 SP3
Audio:  Sound card (When using the audio function)
Other:  CD-ROM drive: It is necessary to refer to the operating instructions on the provided CD-ROM.
  DirectX
® 9.0c or later
  Adobe® Reader®: It is necessary to refer to the operating instructions on the provided CD-ROM.
  * When using Microsoft® Windows® Vista®
Important:
	 •	 If	using	a	PC	that	does	not	meet	the	above	system	requirements,	it	may	cause	problems	such	as	slow	imaging	or	the	web	 browser becomes inoperable.
	 •	 Audio	will	not	be	heard	if	a	sound	card	is	not	installed	on	a	PC.
	 •	 Microsoft
® Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition is not supported.
  Note:
	 •	 Refer	to	"Notes	on	Windows	Vista
®" (PDF) on the provided CD-ROM for further information about system requirements for a 
PC and precautions when using Microsoft® Windows Vista®.
 
     A DVD drive (WJ-HDB611) and RAID board (WJ-HDB601) are optional. 
When these optional products are installed, the following functions will become avaialable. 
	 •	 Built-in	DVD	drive:	 Copying	of	recorded	images	and	audio	onto	a	DVD	disc	
     
Playback of recorded images and audio copied on a DVD
	 •	 RAID	board:	 	 Switching	of	the	operational	mode	to	RAID	5	or	RAID	6	and	running	system	with	RAID	5	or	 
RAID 6
In these operating instructions, instructions are provided on the assumption that both the optional DVD drive and RAID board 
are installed.  
						

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Trademarks and registered trademarks
Copyright
Adobe, Adobe logo and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United \
States and/or other countries.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Internet Explorer, ActiveX and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of 
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Intel and Intel Core are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United Sta\
tes and other 
countries.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
SDHC logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association.
Other names of companies and products contained in these operating instructions may be trademarks or registered trademarks 
of their respective owners.
    
Distributing, copying, disassembling, reverse compiling, reverse engineering, and also exporting in violation of export laws of th\
e 
software provided with this product, are all expressly prohibited.
This product incorporates copy protection technology that is protected by U.S. and foreign patents, including patent numbers 
5,315,448 and 6,836,549, and other intellectual property rights. The use of Macrovision's copy protection technology in the 
product must be authorized by Macrovision.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
    
Abbreviations
The following abbreviations are used in this manual.
Microsoft® Windows Vista® Business SP1 (32-bit) is described as Windows Vista.
Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional SP3 and Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition SP3 are described as Windows XP.
Windows® Internet Explorer® 7.0 and Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 6.0 SP3 are described as Internet Explorer.
SDHC memory card and SD memory card are described as SDHC/SD memory card.