Installation Guide Network Video Decoder Model No. WJ-GXD400 OPERAT E ERRO R1 ER ROR2 ALARM Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. No model number suffix is shown in this manual.
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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.
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Preface The network video decoder WJ-GXD400 is designed to convert digital image data (JPEG/MPEG-4) to analog video signals. By connecting to a network (LAN), images and audio from cameras and encoders connected to the network can be displayed on an HDMI monitor or on an analog monitor (NTSC/PAL). Features • Up to 6 cameras can be displayed on a single monitor by using the HDMI connector or the BNC output connector (NTSC/PAL).
About The Operating Instructions There are 2 sets of operating instructions for the WJ-GXD400 as follows. • Installation Guide (this book) • Setup Instructions (PDF) The "Installation Guide" contains descriptions of how to install and connect this unit. Refer to the "Setup Instructions (PDF)" on the provided CD-ROM for descriptions of how to perform the unit settings. Adobe® Reader® is required to read these operating instructions (PDF).
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CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions ....................................................................................................................... 4 Limitation of Liability .................................................................................................................................... 5 Disclaimer of Warranty ................................................................................................................................ 5 Preface ..............................
Precautions • Do not block the ventilation opening or slots on the cover. To prevent the apparatus from overheating, place it at least 5 cm {2 inches} away from the wall. • Do not drop metallic parts through slots. This could permanently damage the apparatus. Turn the power off immediately and contact qualified service personnel for service. • Do not attempt to disassemble the apparatus. To prevent electric shock, do not remove screws or covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Avoid installing in the following locations. • Locations exposed to direct sunlight • Locations subject to strong magnetic field or radio waves • Locations subject to condensation as the result of severe changes in temperature • Locations subject to steam and oil smoke such as a kitchen Rack mounting • When mounting this unit, use EIA equivalents (450 mm {17-3/4"} or more depth). • When operating the units, keep the temperature inside the rack surely below 45 °C {113 °F}. Refer to page 19 for rack mounting.
Major operating controls and their functions Front view WJ-GXD400 OPERATE q ERROR1 ERROR2 ALARM w e r q Operation indicator (OPERATE) Lights when the power is on. Important: • This indicator will blink for around a minutes until the unit becomes ready to operate. • It may take a few minutes more to complete it when the ambient temperature is 0 °C {32 °C} or lower. w Error 1 indicator (ERROR1) Blinks to indicate any of the following.
Rear view OUT XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX IN 12V G IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT q w e r t q Network port Connect a LAN cable. (100BASE-TX/1 000BASE-T) NTSC model: category 5e, straight PAL model: category 7, straight (Cable is not provided.) wAudio output connector (AUDIO OUT) Connect an audio device such as an amplifier, speaker, etc. e Video output connector (VIDEO OUT) Connect a video device such as a monitor.
Setup window and live image display ● Setup window Launch a web the browser. Enter the IP address set to the decoder in the address box, and press the enter key. Refer to the setup instructions (PDF) for further information about the operation window. (1) Setup menu buttons (2) Setup page (1) (2) ● Live image display (1) Image display area (2) Information display area Information of the detected alarm or error will be displayed.
● Screen Pattern It is possible to display images from up to 6 cameras on a screen. 1-screen, 3-screen and 6-screen are available to display images from cameras. 1-screen display 6-screen display 3-screen display (primary screen on the left (PSL)) 3-screen display (primary screen on the right (PSR)) ● Information display on each screen (live image display) The following information can be displayed according to the settings. Information display area (1) (2) (3) Optional info.
● Display mode There are 2 display modes, "Full screen" mode (full-resolution display) and the "Trimmed screen" mode (trimming mode). Normally, select "Full screen". When the displayed images do not fit in the screen even by adjusting the display settings of the monitor in use, select "Trimmed screen". In the "Trimmed screen" mode, however, images to be displayed in each screen will also be trimmed. Notes: • When displaying smaller images on a larger screen area e.g.
Outline of the functions ● Live image display Live images can be displayed on a high-definition monitor (1 920 x 1 080) using the HDMI connector. Live images from up to 6 cameras with the image capture size of VGA (640 x 480) can be displayed simultaneously. Displaying of live images from a single camera with the image capture size of 4VGA (1 280 x 960) is also available. It is possible to simultaneously display JPEG images and MPEG-4 images on the same monitor.
Operation flow Setup procedure The operation flow of the decoder is as follows. x Connections c Startup Install the decoder in the rack. (page 19) Go to step 2 when not installing in the rack. ➜ z Rack Mounting Connect PCs and cameras. (page 20) ➜ Turn on the power of the decoder. (page 21) ➜ Network settings of a PC b Setup n Start operation ➜ v Change the TCP/IP setting of the PC to conform to the settings of the decoder. Refer to the setup instructions (PDF).
Install the decoder in a rack z Remove the rubber feet (4 pcs.) on the bottom of the unit. Remove the rubber feet. x Install the rack mounting brackets (Option: Refer to the following.) on both sides of the unit. Using the mounting screws (4 pcs.) for the rack mounting brackets, fix them firmly. 1. When installing one unit: Model No.: WV-Q204/1S • Rack mounting bracket (Small) x 1 • Rack mounting bracket (Large) x 1 • Bracket mounting screws (M3 x 8: 6 pcs.) 2. When installing two units: Model No.
Connections When connecting to a network using a hub When connecting the decoder to a network using a hub, use a LAN cable). Network camera PC Hub LAN cable (category 5e, straight (NTSC model)/ category 7, straight (PAL model) OPERATE Monitor ERROR1 ERROR2 ALARM Network Video Decoder WJ-GXD400 To an outlet AC adapter (standard accessory) Important: • Use a switching hub or a router which is compliant with 100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T. • Power supply is required for each decoder.
Turn on/off the power of the decoder Turn on the power of the decoder Turn off the power of the decoder To shut down the decoder, do the following. Insert the power plug of the AC adapter to an outlet. Connect the power plug of the AC adapter to a 120 V AC, 60 Hz for NTSC model, 220 - 240 V AC, 50 Hz for PAL model. The OPERATE indicator will start blinking for around a minute just after turning on the power of the decoder.
Troubleshooting Check the following before requesting repair. Contact a dealer if a problem cannot be solved even after checking and trying the solution or if a problem is not described below, or when having a problem with installations. Check item/Remedy Page Power is not turned on.
Problem The power cord insulation is damaged. The power cord, plug and connectors get hot during use. Check item/Remedy Page • The power cord, plug and connectors are worn out. This may result in electric shock or a fire. Unplug the power plug from the AC outlet immediately, and refer to qualified service personnel. – The power cord gets hot when bent or stretched. No live image is displayed. • An error notification (message) is displayed.
Specifications ● Network Video Decoder Power source: Power consumption: Ambient temperature: Ambient humidity: Video output connectors: Audio output connector: Parallel port: Resolution: Image compression method: Audio compression method: Protocol: Network: Security: OS: Browser: Dimensions: Weight: 12 V DC 1.4 A (using the supplied AC adapter) Approx.
Standard Accessories CD-ROM* .................................................................... 1 pc. Operating Instructions (this book) .............................. 1 pc. Warranty card (NTSC model only) ............................. 1 pc. * The CD-ROM contains the operating instructions (PDFs and the software). The following are for installation. AC adapter* ................................................................ 1 pc. Code label ...............................................................
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For U.S., Canadian and Puerto Rican fields: For European and other fields: Panasonic System Solutions Company, Unit Company of Panasonic Corporation of North America Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. www.panasonic.com/business/ For customer support, call 1.800.528.6747 Three Panasonic Way 2H-2, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Osaka, Japan http://panasonic.net Importer's name and address to follow EU rules: Panasonic Canada Inc.
