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Extension unit Installation Guide WJ-HDE400 Model No. Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
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If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer. IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCK- ET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
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For U.S.A. For U.S.A. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply The model number and serial number of this product may be with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 found in the unit. You should note the model number and serial number of this unit in the space provided and retain this of the FCC Rules.
Preface The WJ-HDE400 is an extension unit for the network disk recorder (WJ-ND400), which is sold separately. Up to 5 extension units can be connected to one network disk recorder. A maximum of 9 hard disks (hereafter HDD) can be installed in an extension unit and operated as a RAID (Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks) to increase fault tolerance of the system.
Precautions Refer all work related to the installation of this product to Grounding qualified service personnel or system installers. Confirm that the wire is connected from the SIGNALGND terminal to earth ground. Do not operate the unit beyond their its specified A grounding connection must be made before connecting the temperature, humidity, or power source ratings.
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Prevent condensation from forming on the surface of the hard disk. If this happens, do not turn on the power of the unit and leave the unit for around 2 hours. Wait until the dew evaporates in any of the following cases: ⋅...
Major Operating Controls and Their Functions Front View (5) (6) (7) (1) LCD Displays the extension unit's status (errors etc.) and Important: functions that are operated using the buttons on the front • When the HDD indicators light red in RAID5/RAID6 mode, panel.
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Major Operating Controls and Their Functions (4) Error indicator [ERROR] Blinks when errors or problems with the extension unit's operation occur. Blinks red : System errors Blinks orange : Temperature is too high or too low. Cooling fan stopped, etc (5) Operate indicator [OPERATE] Lights : Power [On]...
Major Operating Controls and Their Functions Inside the Front Cover (1) HDD unit Blinks red : Errors have occurred on HDD HDD in special canister (Data cannot be recovered even if The HDDs can be added and replaced by using the front HDD is replaced) panel of the network disk recorder.
Major Operating Controls and Their Functions Rear View (1) External input connector [EXT IN] Using the Brace Use to connect the extension unit and the network disk recorder with the connection cable provided. Secure the power cord with the brace. (2) Signal GND terminal [SIGNAL GND] Lock the power cord in place by lifting and latching the Use as a ground when the extension unit's signal GND...
Major Operating Controls and Their Functions Using the cable clamp Note: • Diagram of cable clamp from above Use the following procedure to attach the connection cables with the cable clamp provided. knob Attach the cable clamp (provided) to the rear panel of the unit in the mounting holes and run the cables through the clamp mechanism.
Getting Started Installation and Setup Setup Procedure The procedure to start operations is shown below. Rack Mounting Mount the extension unit into the rack (page 15). Go to step 2 if you are not using a rack. Connections Connect the extension unit to the network disk recorder (page 16). Power On Turn on the power (page 18).
Setting up the Rack Install the extension unit in the rack. Rack Mounting Secure using the rack mounting screws. Install the extension unit into an EIA standard compliant rack. EIA standard compliant : an EIA-standard 19" rack, depth product 550 mm or more (locally procured) Note: •...
Setting up the Rack Connections Up to 5 extension units can be connected to one network disk recorder (WJ-ND400). Connect the extension unit and the network disk recorder with the connection cable (1 m {39.4 "}) provided. Follow the points below when connecting the system in a new installation. Also, refer to the network disk recorder's Installation Guide. Connection Cable Secure connection cable (provided with extension unit)
Setting up the Rack Rack mounting positions When connecting multiple extension units to a network disk recorder (WJ-ND400), place the recorder in the center of the rack. Connect the extension unit and the network disk recorder with the connection cable (1 m {39.4 "}) included with the extension unit. Connection cable (provided with extension unit) Extension unit...
The operate indicator goes off. check (system check) begins. • During system check, [WJ-HDE400] appears on the LCD. Turn off the [POWER] switch on the rear of the extension • When the system check is finished, the Operational mode unit.
Using the Front Panel for Operations • RAID6 About the Operational Mode When an HDD errors occur, [1DOWN], [2DOWN], or [3DOWN] appears in the LCD. Display Also, the HDD access indicator of HDD with errors lights or blinks red. (page 29) The operational mode display shows the operational mode, the operation status in RAID mode, and the internal temperature (reference value).
Using the Front Panel for Operations Initializing Settings The extension units settings can be initialized (factory default settings). Important: • If you initialize the extension unit's settings, the disk configuration settings are canceled and the data on the HDDs cannot be read. Only do initialization if the data on the HDDs is not necessary and can be deleted.
Using the Front Panel for Operations Install the HDD into the special canister and use the four HDD Unit screws to fasten both sides of the HDD. The torque for tightening the screws is 0.49 N•m (5 kgf•cm) Use the HDD canister provided to install the HDD. (use a torque driver) The HDDs can be easily installed or removed from the HDD slots inside the front cover.
Using the Front Panel for Operations Handling the HDD Install the HDD unit provided (page 23). The HDDs can be easily installed or removed from the HDD bay slots inside the front cover. Contact your dealer for information on purchasing, installing, and replacing HDDs. Important: •...
Using the Front Panel for Operations Installing HDDs Note: • The HDD status indicator may light green before blinking You can install (link) HDDs from the recorder while it is in operation. orange when an HDD is inserted. Also, refer to the network disk recorder's Installation Guide. Insert the key (included) into the key hole and turn it to The following operation is done on the network the right while pressing gently to open the front cover.
Using the Front Panel for Operations Close the front cover of the extension unit and lock it by Installing HDDs by unit lightly pressing and turning the key to the left. • Keep the key in a safe place. All the HDDs in one extension unit can be linked to operate at the same time.
Using the Front Panel for Operations Select [YES] with the arrow buttons (left or right) and Removing HDDs then press the [SET] button. You can remove HDD units in the extension unit while it is in Select the extension unit's number where you installed operation.
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Using the Front Panel for Operations Select the HDD to be removed with the arrow buttons (up Close the front cover of the extension unit and lock it by or down) and then press the [SET] button. lightly pressing and turning the key to the left. •...
Using the Front Panel for Operations Select [YES] with the arrow buttons (left or right) and Removing HDDs by unit then press the [SET] button. All the HDDs in one extension unit can be removed at the same time. Also, refer to the network disk recorder's Installation Guide. The extension unit stop process begins and all the HDD status indicator blink orange.
Using the Front Panel for Operations Check the disk information. Setting the HDD's Operation Mode Check the following content related to the HDD under [Disk information] on the settings menu of the network disk Set the HDD operational mode. recorder. Refer to the network disk recorder's Setup Instructions (PDF file) for more information.
Using the Front Panel for Operations HDD Error Recovery (During RAID Operation) When errors occur during RAID5 or RAID6 operation, the HDD errors in the following table are displayed. When one HDD has errors ([1DOWN]) in RAID5 mode, the data on the remaining HDDs can be read and recovery is possible. When two HDDs have errors ([2DOWN]) in RAID6 mode, the data on the remaining HDDs can be read and recovery is possible.
Using the Front Panel for Operations Hook the HDD unit's tab securely on the Replacing Faulty HDD during RAID HDD bay slot. Operation Press the lever down and push the HDD When one HDD errors ([1DOWN]) in RAID5 mode, the data on the unit until the removal knob clicks.
Troubleshooting Attachments Problems Before requesting service, check the following items. Contact your dealer if the problem does not appear here, if the problem is not resolved by these remedies, or if you have any questions about settings and installation. Problem Check item/remedy Page Make sure that the power plug is firmly connected to the electric outlet.
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Troubleshooting Problem Check item/remedy Page Make sure the HDD unit is firmly inserted into the disk slot. page 30 The HDD you are trying to recover data from has errors. Cannot recover data after replacing Make sure that capacity of the replaced HDD is not smaller than the original HDDs HDD.
Specifications WJ-HDE400 ● General Specifications Power source NTSC model : 120 V AC, 60 Hz PAL model : 220 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz Power consumption 130 W Ambient operating +5 ºC to +45 ºC {41 °F - 113 °F}...
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If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. For U.S., Canadian and Puerto Rican fields: For European and other fields: Panasonic System Solutions Company, Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Unit Company of Panasonic Corporation of North America Osaka, Japan www.panasonic.com/business/ http://panasonic.net For customer support, call 1.800.528.6747 Three Panasonic Way 2H-2, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Importer’s name and address to follow EU rules:...