Panasonic Digital Disk Recorders Wj Hd309 Operating Instructions

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 Daisy connection
Multiple cameras can be connected to the RS485 (CAMERA) port.
Example: When cameras 1 - 4 are connected to one of the RS485 (CAMERA) port and cameras 9 - 12 are connected to the
other RS485 (CAMERA) port.
1 2
IN
OUT
CASCADE
OUT
16 16 315 1514
1413
2 113
12 1211
1110
109
98
87
76
65
54
43
32
21
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AUDIO IN AUDIO OUTMONITOR OUT CASCADE INMONITOR (VGA) ALARM/CONTOROLSERIAL ALARMPOWER COPY 1 MODEEXT STORAGE 10/100BASE-T RS485(CAMERA)D ATA
AC  IN
SIGNAL GND1
42
RS485 cable
Mode...

82
 Mode Switch
RS485 interface is used to communicate between this unit and the PS·Data compatible system device. In this case, it is neces-
sary to terminate both devices on both ends of the RS485 connection.
The settings of the mode switch will be different depending on whether this unit is used as a receiver or a controller.
When an RS 485 camera is connected to this unit, it is necessary to terminate both devices on both ends of the connection.
•When connecting this unit with the system controller...

83
 How to Use the Terminals of the ALARM/CONTROL Connector
These terminals are used for emergency recording, auto time adjustment (Auto Adjust Time), taking measures against power
outages (Shutdown Time), and when installing a buzzer, a lamp, or similar alarm device. They are also used to synchronize
with the sequential display changeover.
The terminal pin array and connections are shown below. The
connector used should be compatible with the pin configuration.
Pin array
The pin array is different from...

84
 Connection for emergency recording
When the external switch is turned ON, emergency recording will be started.
Resolution, recording time, recording rate and quality for emergency recording can differ according to the settings of
Emergency REC of Recording on the SETUP MENU. (Refer to page 99.)
 Connection for external recording changeover
When the external switch is turned ON, the recording program changeover is affected for recording.
The recording program can be set for EXT. with the Time Table...

85
 Connection for the Auto Adjust Time function
• When Auto Adjust Time of System on the SETUP MENU is set to MASTER
Time Adjust Output becomes available and the clock of this unit can be applied to other units.
• When Auto Adjust Time of System on the SETUP MENU is set to SLAVE
Time Adjust Input becomes available. When a signal output from other equipment is supplied to the time adjust I/O terminals
between 00 minutes 00 seconds and 14 minutes 59 seconds every hour or between 45 minutes 00 seconds and...

86
 Connection with the Uninterruptible Power System (UPS)
This is an example of connection with the uninterruptible power system (UPS) to be installed to protect from a power outage.
When a signal is supplied to the outage detection I/O terminals from the uninterruptible power system (UPS), internal process-
ing (stops recording safely) will be started to shut off the power supply for this unit.
After completing the internal processing, a signal will be supplied from the outage processing end output...

87
 How to Use the Terminals of the ALARM Connector
These terminals are used to connect the alarm devices, such as sensors, door switches, etc.
The pin configurations of these terminals are as shown below. The connector used should be compatible with the pin configu-
ration.
Pin Configuration
The pin array is different from other disk recorders. Make sure that the connection is correct by referring to the following.
Pin No.
qSignal
Ch 1 alarm inputOperation
Event action will be performed according
to...

88
 Alarm connection
When a signal is supplied to the alarm input terminals of CH 1-16, recording and displaying of camera images will be per-
formed according to the settings.
When an alarm device such as a buzzer, a lamp, etc., is installed outside, connect them to the alarm output terminals (pin nos.
9 - 12, pin nos. 23 - 25) or to the alarm output terminals (pin nos. 1 - 9) of the ALARM/CONTROL terminal.
Alarming devices
Relay, etc.
Alarming devices
Install according to
your needs.Relay, etc.
(GND)...

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How to Use the SERIAL Connector
This connector is compliant with the RS232C Standard, and is used to communicate with a connected PC.
A connection example and the pin configuration of the SERIAL connector are as shown below.
Important:
•When using the SERIAL connector, it is necessary to perform the settings with RS232C Setup of Comm on the SETUP
MENU for the communication functions. (Page 118)
Pin Configuration
Connection example
1 2
IN
OUT
CASCADE
OUT
16 16 315 1514
1413
2 113
12 1211
1110
109...

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SETUP
To operate this unit, it is necessary to set each item of the SETUP MENU in advance.
Perform the settings for each item of the SETUP MENU by displaying the SETUP MENU on monitor 2.
Settings items are as below.
Item list of the SETUP MENU
Maintenance
REC Rate Display the recording rate for each recording mode and image quality for each
camera channel in list form.
Disk Info Display hard disk information such as the available disk space on the built-in hard
disk and the connected optional...