Panasonic Digital Disk Recorder Wj Rt208 Operating Instructions

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Digital Disk Recorder
Operating Instructions
Model No.WJ-RT208
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WARNING:
• This apparatus must be earthed.
• Apparatus shall be connected to a mains 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 splashing
and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be
placed on the apparatus.
• All work related to the installation of this...

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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 manufacturers 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...

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Limitation of Liability
THIS PUBLICATION IS PROVIDED AS IS WITHOUT WAR-
RANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WAR-
RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY PAR-
TICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THE
THIRD PARTYS RIGHT.
Disclaimer of Warranty
IN NO EVENT SHALL MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC INDUSTRI-
AL CO., LTD. BE LIABLE TO ANY PARTY OR ANY PER-
SON, EXCEPT FOR CERTAIN WARRANTY PROGRAM
OFFERED BY THE LOCAL DEALER OF PANASONIC, FOR
THE CASES INCLUDING BUT...

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Precautions
•Refer all work related to the installation of this appliance
to qualified service personnel or system installers.
•Prevent condensation from forming on the surface of
the hard disk. Wait until the moisture evaporates in any
of the following cases:
The recorder is moved to a place significantly different
in temperature or humidity.
The recorder is moved outside of an air-conditioned
room.
The recorder is placed in an extremely humid place.
The recorder is placed in a room where a heater...

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CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions  ...................................................................................................................... 3
Limitation of Liability  ................................................................................................................................... 4
Disclaimer of Warranty  ............................................................................................................................... 4
Precautions...

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Preface
Features
The Digital Disk Recorder WJ-RT208 is a professional security product with eight video and audio inputs. It is capable of
recording high-quality video/audio data over an extended period of time. In addition to image recording and playback, the
many features of the WJ-RT208 include motion detection, external alarm recording, remote operation via a network, and net-
work communication. An RS485 interface is provided for connection with peripheral devices. 
The recorder can be controlled...

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Major Operating Controls & Their Functions
■Front View
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wError Indicator (ERROR)
Lights Red: HDD error, HDD removed automatically.
Lights Orange: Internal thermal error or fan stop error
eAlarm Indicator (ALARM)
Blinks when alarm is activated. It changes to a steady
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↓: Down button
•Menu:
The cursor moves downwards on the menu or dia-
log.
•Camera control:
Controls the downward movement of the camera.
Images will be zoomed out.
←: Left button
•Menu:
Moves the cursor to the left or changes option
parameters.
•Camera control:
Controls the movement of the camera to the left.
Shifts the focus nearer.
Closes the iris.
→: Right button
•Menu:
Moves the cursor to the right or changes option
parameters.
•Camera control:
Controls the movement of the camera to the right....

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■Rear View
qPower Cooling Fan
Prevents the temperature of the recorder from rising. Do
not block the ventilation openings.
wAC Power Connector (AC IN)
Connect the supplied power cable to this AC power
connector.
ePower Switch (POWER)
This switch turns the power of the disk recorder on and
off.
rSignal Ground Terminal (SIGNAL GND)
tMode Selection DIP switches (MODE)
This 2-bit DIP switch is used for setting the terminal sys-
tem. Refer to DIP Switch Setting for details.
yData Port (DATA)
This port is...