Panasonic Mpeg2 Encoder Wj Gxe900 Operating Instructions

							Before attempting to connect or operate this product,
please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
MPEG2 Encoder
Model No.WJ-GXE900
MPEG2 Decoder
Model No.WJ-GXD900
Operating Instructions
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PEG2 Decoder 
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PEG2 Encoder 
WJ-GXE900900 
						

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The serial number of this product may be found on the
bottom of the unit.
You should note the 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. WJ-GXE900/WJ-GXD900
Serial No.
Caution:
Before attempting to connect or operate this product,
please read the label on the bottom.
WARNING: To prevent fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
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 has power supplied to the
unit whenever the power cord is inserted
into the power source; however, the unit is
operational only when the ON-OFF switch is
in the ON position.  Unplug the power cord
to disconnect the main power for all unit.
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
SA 1965
SA 1966
ENGLISH VERSION
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply 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
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful 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
modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
For U.S.A 
						

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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 use 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 provided 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
points 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 the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-overs.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods 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 fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
S3125A 
						

							CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................\
...3
CONTENTS........................................................................\
................................................4
FEATURES ........................................................................\
............................................... .6
PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................\
.........................................7 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS  ........................................................................\
................8
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY ........................................................................\
..................8
TRADEMARKS AND REGISTERED TRADEMARKS  .................................................9
DOCUMENT CONVENTION  ........................................................................\
...............9
CAUTIONS ABOUT THE NETWORK ENVIRONMENT  ..............................................9
MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS .......................................10 MPEG2 Encoder Front Panel ........................................................................\
.............10
MPEG2 Encoder Rear Panel  ........................................................................\
.............12
MPEG2 Decoder Front Panel  ........................................................................\
............13
MPEG2 Decoder Rear Panel  ........................................................................\
.............15
CONNECTIONS ........................................................................\
.......................................16
INSTALLATIONS ........................................................................\
.....................................27 Rack Mounting  ........................................................................\
...................................28
Installing in a container box (Only for the Encoder)  ...................................................30
Description Labels ........................................................................\
..............................31
SETUP ........................................................................\
.................................................. ...32
How to Display the Settings Menus   ........................................................................\
..32
Setup with the Provided "Panasonic IP Setup" Software  ...........................................33
Network Setup of the PC  ........................................................................\
...................35
SETTINGS MENUS OF THE ENCODER .......................................................................4\
1 List of the Items on the Settings Pages of the Encoder ..............................................42
CONTROL/STATE page  ........................................................................\
................... 43
VIDEO page  ........................................................................\
...................................... 44
AUDIO page  ........................................................................\
...................................... 46
ALARM page  ........................................................................\
..................................... 47
RS-485 DATA PORT page  ........................................................................\
............... 54
NETWORK page  ........................................................................\
............................... 56
SYSTEM page  ........................................................................\
.................................. 57
USER page  ........................................................................\
....................................... 59
HOST page  ........................................................................\
....................................... 60
MAINTENANCE page  ........................................................................\
....................... 61
SETTINGS MENUS OF THE DECODER .......................................................................6\
6 List of the Items on the Settings Pages of the Decoder ..............................................67
CONTROL/STATE page  ........................................................................\
................... 68
VIDEO page  ........................................................................\
...................................... 69
DISPLAY page  ........................................................................\
.................................. 71
NETWORK page  ........................................................................\
............................... 73
SYSTEM page  ........................................................................\
.................................. 74
USER page  ........................................................................\
....................................... 76
HOST page  ........................................................................\
....................................... 77
MAINTENANCE page  ........................................................................\
....................... 79
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................\
.............................80
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CONTENTS 
						

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HOW TO USE THE CGI COMMANDS ............................................................................85
CAMERA CONTROL  .................................................................................................86
CAMERA SETTINGS MENUS CONTROL  ................................................................88
SWITCHING STREAMING VIDEO  ............................................................................90
CONTROLLING START / STOP OF THE ENCODER  ..............................................92
CONTROLLING START / STOP OF THE DECODER  ..............................................94
DISPLAYING THE STATUS OF THE ENCODER  .....................................................96
DISPLAYING THE STATUS OF THE DECODER  .....................................................98
CONTROLLING THE BIT RATE OF STREAMING VIDEO 
AND AUDIO DATA ...................................................................................................100
RESETTING THE ALARM / DISPLAYING THE ALARM STATUS ..........................102
DISPLAYING THE CONTACT INPUT STATUS  ......................................................104
DISPLAYING THE STATUS OF VIDEO LOSS  .......................................................105
MUTING THE AUDIO  ..............................................................................................106
MULTISCREEN DISPLAY  .......................................................................................107
CONTROLLING THE CONTACT OUTPUT  .............................................................108
RESTARTING THE ENCODER / DECODER  ..........................................................110
UPDATING ...............................................................................................................111
DEFAULT SETTINGS ....................................................................................................112
SPECIFICATIONS .........................................................................................................116 
						

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FEATURES
The MPEG2 Image Delivery System delivers image data as streaming data to a network such as a LAN. This system
consists of the encoder that converts an analog video signal (NTSC) to the digital data (MPEG2), and the decoder that
converts the digital data (MPEG2) to the analog video signal (NTSC).
•This system features the MPEG2 compression scheme. It is possible to send and receive motion pictures at 
30 fps, up to  9 Mbps.
•This system can be connected with a network that supports TCP/IP and UDP/IP protocols.
•It is possible to send and receive image, audio and other packets through the Ethernet (MPEG2 encoder: 100BASE-
TX, MPEG2 decoder: 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T).
•It is possible to control cameras and adjust the bit rate when an alarm is detected by an alarm device (a sensor)
connected to the ALARM IN connector on the rear panel of the MPEG2 encoder.
•Up to 4 cameras can be connected to the MPEG2 encoder. It is possible to operate cameras (such as panning,
tilting zooming and focusing) remotely.
•The MPEG2 encoder loops through an analog video signal connected to the VIDEO IN connectors to the VIDEO
OUT connectors. It is possible to record images by connecting recording devices such as a digital disk recorder
(optional cable WV-CA64 is required.).
•It is possible to display 4 camera images in a single screen (quad picture) by connecting a monitor to the QUAD
VIDEO OUT connector on the rear panel of the MPEG2 decoder. Pictures of up to 4 cameras connected to the
VIDEO OUT 1 - 4 connectors can be observed on a monitor. 
•The RS-485 data port on the rear panel of the MPEG2 encoder is the data port for the serial data. It is possible to
send and receive the serial data between the MPEG2 encoder and a network using this port. The data part of the
received UDP/IP packet will be converted to the serial data, or the serial data received from the RS-485 connector
will be converted to the UDP/IP packet and will be sent to the network.  
						

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PRECAUTIONS
Refer all work related to the installation of
these products to qualified service per-
sonnel or system installers.
Do not operate the appliances beyond
their specified temperature, humidity, or
power source ratings.
Use the appliance under conditions where
temperatures are between –10 °C and + 50 °C 
(14 °F to 122 °F),and humidity below 90 %.
The appliance may be not linked to a network after
turning on in a cold atmosphere between –10 °C and
0 °C (14 °F to 32 °F). Wait approximately 20 minutes
until the inside temperature has risen to 0 °C(32 °F),
it can be linked to a network.
The input power source for this appliance is 120 V
AC 60 Hz.
Handle the appliance with care.
Do not strike or shake, as this may damage the
appliance.
Do not strike or give a strong shock to the
unit.
It may cause damage or allow water to enter the unit.
Built-in backup battery
Before the first use, charge the built-in backup
battery by turning on the power for 48 hours or more.
If it is not charged enough, in the case where the
power goes down, the internal clock may keep bad
time or the operative condition may be different to
that before the electric power failure.
The built-in battery life is approximately 5 years. Ask
the shop where you purchased the unit when
replacement of the battery is required.
Cooling Fan
The cooling fan is perishable. It will need to be
replaced it after around 30 000 hours of operation.
Replacement costs of the cooling fan are not
covered by the warranty even if it needs to be done
within the warranty period. Consult your dealer for
servicing.
Cleaning
Turn the power off when cleaning the unit. Otherwise
it may cause injuries.
Do not use strong or abrasive detergents
when cleaning the appliance body.
Use a dry cloth to clean the appliance when it is dirty.
When the dirt is hard to remove, use a mild detergent
and wipe gently.
Network with surge protector
Connect the encoder and the decoder to a network
with front-end protection circuitry (equivalent to ITU-T
recommendation, series K) against electrical surges
and lightning strikes. The encoder and the decoder
may be damaged if connected to a network without
front-end protection circuitry against electrical surges
and lightning.
Grounding
Connect the wire from the SIGNAL GND terminal to
earth ground.
Otherwise, it may cause oscillation or may damage
the encoder and the decoder.
Indication label
Refer to the indication label placed on the bottom of
the product as to the indications of equipment
classification and power source, etc.
Avoid placing receptacles that contain liq-
uids such as water near the appliance.
If liquid falls over the product, it may cause fire or
electric shock.
We recommend that you make a note of
your settings and save them. This will help
you when required to change the system
configuration, or when unexpected trouble
or failure occurs. 
						

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PRECAUTIONS
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Setting up and operating the encoder and the decoder with a web browser, and execution of the "Panasonic IP Setup"
software are possible with PCs meeting the system requirements described below.
OS Microsoft
®Windows®98 Second Edition
Microsoft®Windows®2000 Professional Service Pack 3
Microsoft®Windows®Millennium Edition
Microsoft®Windows®XP
Microsoft®Windows NT®Workstation 4.0 Service Pack 6a
Computer PC/AT Compatible
CPU Intel
®Pentium®II (300 MHz) or higher
Memory 128 MB or more
Monitor 24-bit True color or better
Required to support XGA or higher picture resolution
Network Interface More than100Mbps Ethernet board must be installed
Compatible Network Protocols TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, FTP, ARP, BOOTP
CD-ROM Drive Required to install the "Panasonic IP Setup" software and browse the operating
instructions (pdf file) on the CD-ROM.
Browser Internet Explorer 5.5, 5.5SP2, 6.0, 6.0SP1
Acrobat
®Reader Required to browse the operating instructions on the CD-ROM. If Acrobat®Reader is
not installed on the PC, download the latest version of Acrobat®Reader from the Adobe
Systems Incorporated web site and install it.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
IN NO EVENT SHALL MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD. 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) ANY PROBLEM, CONSEQUENTIAL INCONVENIENCE, OR LOSS OR DAMAGE, ARISING OUT OF THE SYSTEM
COMBINED BY THE DEVICES OF THIRD PARTY. 
						

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TRADEMARKS AND REGISTERED TRADEMARKS
•Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other
countries.
•Intel and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation.
•Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation.
•Adobe, Adobe logos, and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the U.S. and/ or
other countries.
•Dolby Digital is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
•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 the software provided with this product, is expressly prohibited.
DOCUMENT CONVENTION
These operating instructions use the following convention when describing the uses and operations.
•Encoder : MPEG2 encoder
•Decoder : MPEG2 decoder
•MPEG2 Image Delivery System: Generic name of the MPEG2 encoder and the MPEG2 decoder
CAUTIONS ABOUT THE NETWORK ENVIRONMENT
This unit sends a multicast stream (9.2 Mbps max. x 4 streams).
Obtain confirmation from the network administrator that this bandwidth usage will not cause a
network failure.
Operation of this system is executed by sending CGI scripts from a web browser.
It will be difficult to operate this system from a web browser in the following cases.
•If a firewall (including software) or a proxy server exists in a network, CGI scripts will not operate this system. In this
case, ask a network administrator to pass data for the ports used by this system.
•Depending on settings of a web browser, CGI scripts will not work correctly. Refer to the operating instructions or
"Help" topics for the web browser. 
						

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MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
qPower Indicator (OPERATE)
This indicator lights up when the power of the
encoder is on.
When the temperature inside the encoder becomes
remarkably high, this indicator will start blinking.
It will take around 2 minutes and  45 seconds to start
up the encoder after turning the power on.
During start up, the STATUS indicators (STATUS 1 -
5) will light up in order. When the STATUS 5
indicator lights up, it is possible to operate the
encoder.
Each STATUS indicator will light, blink or go off
according to the status of this encoder.
wStatus Indicators (STATUS 1 - 8)
STATUS 1 - 4:
These indicators display the status of
VIDEO 1 - 4.
Each of the STATUS 1 - 4 indicators displays the
status of the VIDEO IN 1 - 4 connectors
respectively. The indicators will light up when this
encoder is sending streaming data after encoding
a video signal from the respective VIDEO IN
connector. The indicators will go off when the
encoder is not sending streaming data (stops
encoding) even if a video signal is supplied to the
VIDEO IN connector. The respective indicator of
the VIDEO IN connector with no video signal will
blink.
STATUS 5 (RUN):This indicator lights up when the
encoder is operable. 
OPERATESTATUS
MPEG2  Encoder WJ-GXE900
12345678OPERATESTATUS
SW1ON AB CSW2 RESETWJ-GXE900
12345678
BLINKING TEMPERATURE WARNINGBLINKING TEMPERATURE WARNING
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STATUS 6 (LINK2):This indicator lights up when the
initialization of the software has been completed
correctly, and the encoder can be  connected to a
network.
STATUS 7 (RCV):This indicator lights up when the
encoder is receiving packets (camera control,
serial data, etc.) except for video and audio
packets.
STATUS 8 (XMT):This indicator lights up when the
encoder is sending packets (serial data, etc.)
except for video and audio packets.
eRotary Switch (SW1 A, B, C)
Use these switches to set the IDs of devices when
the Main CPU exists.
(4096 combinations for IDs can be made from 000 to
FFF.)
The default setting is "000".
Note:The Main CPU mode is the advanced function
for integrated control. Use these switches with
the default settings for normal use.
rDip Switches 1 - 8 (SW2)
The settings of the these switches will be valid when
the encoder has started up.
Note:When this switch is set to ON, the selected
actions will be performed each time on the
encoder power is turned on.
MPEG2 Encoder Front Panel
MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS