i-PRO Products WJ-NX200G Network Disk Recorder Instruction Manual

Before attempting to connect or operate this product,
please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
The model number is abbreviated in some descriptions in this manual.

Safety Information

WARNING:

• This apparatus must be earthed.
• Apparatus shall be connected to a main 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 product should be made by qualified service personnel or system installers.
• For PERMANENTLY CONNECTED APPARATUS provided neither with an all-pole MAINS SWITCH nor an all-all pole circuit
  breaker, the installation shall be carried out in accordance with all applicable installation rules.
• The connections should comply with local electrical code.

                CAUTION 
RISK OF ELE CTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

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.

FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience.
A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amp and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
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 our dealer.

How to replace the fuse
The location of the differs according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B).

Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver and replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

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 holes. 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.
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 point 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-over.
    
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 have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Introduction

High-definition image monitoring is available
Images from up to 32 cameras with the image capture size of 4K (3840 × 2160) can be saved as video data.
This recorder also supports the HDMI output to 2 monitors that can display recorded images and live images from the cameras in high definition.

Quick setup and operations
By connecting the mouse (accessory) to this recorder, quick operations are available while viewing a monitor. By using “Easy Start” which realizes quick setup, the cameras are automatically recognized and settings can be configured without operations from a PC*1

Recorded images can easily be searched using calender or time line.

• 1 A PC will be necessary for some of the camera settings and to use the user manual and to view the setting version.

The copy port equipped
You can copy the images recorded on the camera with an external hard disk drive and USB memory in less than half the time of the previous model*2

The copied images can be played, printed or saved using the dedicated viewer software.

• 2 Comparison with WJ-NV300 series

System Configuration

1. The CD-ROM contains the operating instructions (PDFs). Make sure to read them when installing or setting the recorder.
2. Put the dust caps for the front USBs on the front copy port and mouse connection port to prevent dust brought by fan’s intake while you are not using a mouse or an external storage device.

• 1 Windows® XP compatibility mode is unavailable.

Important:

• Refer to our support website (https://i-pro.com/global/en/surveillance/training_support/support/technical_information) for information about the latest operation verification of the supported operating systems and web browsers.
• If using a PC that does not meet the above system requirements, it may cause problems such as slow imaging or the browser becomes inoperable.
  Microsoft® Windows® RT, Microsoft® Windows® 7 Starter and Microsoft Edge are not supported.
• When using Microsoft® Windows® 8.1, use it in the desktop. The software cannot be used in the Modern UI design.
  Note:
• Refer to “Notes about versions of Windows®/Internet Explorer®” (PDF) on the provided CD-ROM for further information about system requirements for a PC and precautions when using Microsoft® Windows® or Windows® Internet Explorer®

• Adobe, Acrobat Reader and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
• Microsoft, Windows, Internet Explorer, ActiveX, and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
  Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation.
• Intel and Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the U.S. and/or other countries.
• The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
• All other trademarks identified herein are the property of their respective owners.
• Covered by one or more claims of the patents listed at patentlist.accessadvance.com.

GPL/LGPL

• This product contains software licensed under GPL (GNU General Public License), LGPL (GNU Lesser General Public License), etc.
• Customers can duplicate, distribute and modify the source code of the software under license of GPL and/or LGPL.
• Refer to the “readme.txt” file on the provided CD-ROM for further information about the source code of the software contained in this product and copyright notice comprised in the GPL/LGPL software.
• Please note that i-PRO Co., Ltd. shall not respond to any inquiries regarding the source code.

1. ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR EXEMPLARY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE PRODUCT;
2. ANY INCONVENIENCE, LOSS, OR DAMAGE CAUSED BY INAPPROPRIATE USE OR NEGLIGENT OPERATION OF THE USER;
3. ALL MALFUNCTIONS OR TROUBLES FROM UNAUTHORIZED DISASSEMBLE, REPAIR OR MODIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT BY THE USER, REGARDLESS OF THE CAUSE OF THE MALFUNCTION OR TROUBLE;
4. INCONVENIENCE OR ANY LOSS ARISING WHEN IMAGES ARE NOT DISPLAYED, DUE TO ANY REASON OR CAUSE INCLUDING ANY FAILURE OR PROBLEM OF THE PRODUCT;
5. ANY PROBLEM, CONSEQUENTIAL INCONVENIENCE, OR LOSS OR DAMAGE, ARISING OUT OF THE SYSTEM COMBINED BY THE DEVICES OF THIRD PARTY;
6. ANY CLAIM OR ACTION FOR DAMAGES BROUGHT BY ANY PERSON OR ORGANIZATIO AS A PHOTOGRAPHED SUBJECT DUE TO VIOLATION OF PRIVACY CONCERNING A SURVEILLANCE CAMERA’S PICTURE OR SAVED DATA, FOR SOME REASON (INCLUDING USE WHEN USER AUTHENTICATION ON THE AUTHENTICATION SETTING SCREEN IS SET TO OFF), BECOMING PUBLIC OR BEING USED FOR ANY PURPOSE;
7. LOSS OF REGISTERED DATA CAUSED BY ANY FAILURE (INCLUDING INITIALIZATION OF THE PRODUCT DUE TO FORGOTTEN AUTHENTICATION INFORMATION SUCH AS A USER NAME AND PASSWORD).

Network security
As you will use this unit connected to a network, your attention is called to the following security risks.

1. Leakage or theft of information through this unit
2. Use of this unit for illegal operations by persons with malicious intent
3. nterference with or stoppage of this unit by persons with malicious intent

It is your responsibility to take precautions such as those described below to protect yourself against the above network security risks.

• Use this unit in a network secured by a firewall, etc.
• If this unit is connected to a network that includes PCs, make sure that the system is not infected by computer viruses or other malicious entities (using a regularly updated anti-virus program, anti-spyware program, etc.).
• Protect your network against unauthorized access by restricting users to those who log in with an authorized user name and password set by using user authentication.
• Apply measures such as user authentication to protect your network against leakage or theft of information, including image data, authentication information (user names and passwords), alarm mail information, FTP server information and DDNS server information.
• After the unit is accessed by the administrator, make sure to close the browser.
• Change the administrator password periodically. Keep the authentication information (your user name and password) in a safe place free from public view.
• Do not install the camera in locations where the camera or the cables can be destroyed or damaged by persons with malicious intent.

• Encrypted communication using an electronic certificate.

Precautions

Refer installation work to the dealer.
Installation work requires technique and experiences. Failure to observe this may cause fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to the product.

• Be sure to consult the dealer.

Do not disassemble nor alter this product.
Failure to observe this may cause fire or electric shock.

• Ask your dealer for inspection and repair.

Do not insert any foreign objects.
Do not allow any foreign object or liquid such as water, a
metallic part, etc. to enter since it may cause fire or electric shock.

• If it happens, disconnect the power plug from the electric outlet immediately and contact your dealer.

Stop the operation immediately when something is wrong with this product.
When smoke goes up from the product or the smell of smoke comes from the product, continued use will result in fire, injury, or damage to the product.

• Turn off the power of this product immediately, and then contact your dealer.

Avoid placing receptacles that contain liquids such as water on/near this product.
If liquid spills onto this product, it may cause fire or an electric shock.

• If it happens, disconnect the power plug from the electric outlet immediately and contact your dealer.

Clean the power plug periodically to keep it dust free.
Dust can cause the insulation to be damaged and cause a fire.

• When cleaning, disconnect the power plug and wipe with a clean dry cloth.

Do not install this product in an unstable location.
Selecting an inappropriate installation surface may cause the product to fall down or topple over, resulting in injury.

Do not touch this product, power cord and connected cables when thunder is heard.
Failure to observe this may cause electric shock.

Do not connect/disconnect the power plug with wet hands.
Failure to observe this may cause electric shock.

Avoid doing anything that can damage the power cord/plug.
Do not damage, modify, forcefully bend, twist, stretch or bundle the power cord, and do not put a heavy thing on the power cord. Using a damaged power cord can cause electric shock, short circuit, fire, etc.

• Contact your dealer for repair of the power cord and plug.

Grounding
The power plug of this product is 2-prong plug equipped with a grounding terminal. Use this product after confirming that grounding is properly installed.
If grounding is not installed properly, it may cause ground leakage or damage the product resulting in electric shock.

• Contact the dealer for details. (The grounding installation

Do not engage in work related to the installation and wiring during the power is on.
Failure to observe this may cause fire or electric shock.

Hold the power plug to disconnect the power cord.
Do not pull the power cord since it can cause fire, electric shock, etc.

Connect the power plug firmly.
If the power plug is not connected firmly, it can cause fire, electric shock, etc.

• Do not use the damaged power cord and loose electric outlets.

Do not connect to outlets or wiring device if their ratings are beyond the specified rating.
If the rating goes over the specified rating such by putting many loads on one electric outlet, it can cause generation of heat resulting in fire.
Do not strike or give a strong shock to this product
Failure to observe this may cause fire or electric shock.
Avoid placing this product in locations which are subject to humidity and dust.
Failure to observe this may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not block the ventilation holes.
Doing so can cause fire since it can raise the temperature inside this product high.

When the product is accessible from the Internet
To prevent unauthorized access, note the following.

• Leave user authentication turned on.
• Periodically change passwords that are used to access the product.

Refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF) on our support website for information about how to change passwords.

Power source
The input power source for this product is 220 V – 240 V AC 50 Hz/ 60 Hz.
Do not connect to the outlet that provides the power to equipment that requires a measurable amount of power (such as a copy machine, air conditioner, etc.). Avoid placing this product in locations where is subject to water.

• • The provided power cord(s) is (are) dedicated to the use with this product. Do not use with any other device. Also, do not use any other power cord with this product.

Ambient operating temperature
Use this product at temperatures between +5 °C to +45 °C. Failure to do so may damage the internal parts or cause malfunction.

• • Performance and lifetime of hard disk drives are easily
    affected by heat (used at high temperature). It is recommended to use this product at a temperature of approx. +25 °C.

To cut the power supply
This product has no power switch. To cut the power supply, unplug the power plug of the product from the AC outlet. If the power cord cannot be unplugged easily due to installation condition, connect the power cord to an AC outlet via a distribution board circuit breaker with a cut-off capacity. Built-in backup battery

• Do not expose the built-in battery to excessive heat such as sunlight, fire, etc.

Hard disk drive (HDD)

• Hard disk drives are precision devices. Handle them with care. It is possible to damage them if they are moved while their motors are still running.
• Please be forewarned that any loss of information on the HDD is not guaranteed under any circumstances.
• Do not move or install this product just after turning the power on or off (for around 30 seconds.) The hard disk drives are running.
• The HDD is consumable and the lifetime differs depending on the operational environment. Write errors may occur frequently after around 20000 hours of each HDD operation and head and motor deterioration may occur after around 30000 hours of operation. They will reach the end of their lifetime after 30000 hours of operation if they have been used at the recommended ambient temperature (approx. +25 °C).
• To prevent data loss from disk crashes, it is recommended to keep the ambient operating temperature at approx. +25 °C and to replace them after around 18000 hours of operation.
  You can check the operating time of each HDD in
  “Operation” of the “HDD information” tab under
  “Maintenance” under “Advanced” from the setup menu.
• When hard disk drive trouble occurs, replace it immediately. Contact your dealer about servicing.

About external storage devices (External HDD and USB memory)

• An external hard disk drive or a USB memory that is compatible with USB3.0 can be connected to the copy port to use as the external storage device.
• Use external storage devices formatted in exFAT, FAT (FAT16) or FAT32.
• USB media recognizable by the recorder can be formatted by the recorder. Refer to Operating Instructions (PDF) for the format procedure.
• External storage devices requiring password authentication or a special driver or using an encryption function cannot be used.

Prevent condensation from forming
If this happens, it can cause malfunction. Leave it switched off for around 2 hours in the following cases.

• When this product is placed in an extremely humid place.
• When this product is placed in a room where a heater has just been turned on.
• When this product is moved from an air-conditioned room to a humid and high-temperature room.

About the monitor
When displaying the same image on the PC monitor for a long time, it may cause image burn-in on the PC monitor.

Cleaning

• Turn the power off, and then use a soft cloth to clean this product.
• Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning the body.
• When using a chemical cloth for cleaning, read the caution provided with the chemical cloth product.

Product disposal/transfer
Images saved on the storage device used with this product may lead to personal information leakage. When it is necessary to dispose or give this product to someone, even when for repair, make sure that there is no data on the hard disk drives.

• When the software of this product has detected the internal error and reboot becomes necessary.

Major operating controls and their functions

1. Error indicator [ERROR]
   Blinks when an error that can become a problem for the recorder to run the system occurs.
   Blinks red: System error
   Blinks orange: Thermal error, cooling fan malfunction, etc.
   Shows a solid light when automatically reset from an error status.
2. Operation indicator [OPERATE]
   Lights when the power is on.
3. [HDD1]/[HDD2] indicator
   Indicates the operational status (access/failure) of the respective hard disk drive.
   Blinks green: Indicates that the respective hard disk drive is being accessed.
   Lights red: Indicates that a fault (or an error) has occurred on a hard disk drive.
   Off: Indicates that the respective hard disk drive is not being accessed.
4. Recording indicator [REC]
   Lights orange when recording is being performed.
5. Alarm indicator [ALARM]
   Blinks when an alarm occurs, and lights when the alarm output stops. This indicator will go off when the [Reset] button (☞ Operating Instructions (PDF)) is clicked.
6. Copy port (USB3.0) [COPY]
   Connect an external storage device (external Hard disk drive, USB memory) to this port and copy images and audio recorded on the hard disk drive. An external storage device can also be connected to the copy port on the rear. Use either of them.
   • Mouse connection is also available.
7. Mouse connection port (USB2.0) [MOUSE]
   The provided mouse is connected to this port. A mouse can be connected to the mouse connection port on the rear. Use either of them.
8. Buzzer stop button [BUZZER STOP]
   Press this button to stop the buzzer that started sounding at an alarm/error occurrence. Refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF) for further information about alarms and errors.
9. Restart switch [RESTART]
   Restarts the recorder. Insert a fine stick, like a paper clip and keep pressing for more than 5 seconds.

1. Power cord inlet [AC IN]
   Connect the provided power cord to this inlet. The power plug of the recorder is 2-prong plug equipped with a grounding terminal.

1. Pass the cable clamp (provided) through the clamp mount.
   
2. Tighten the power cord at 15 cm to 20 cm from the connector and fix it to the clamp mount. Cut the surplus part of the cable clamp as necessary.
3. SIGNAL GND terminal [SIGNAL GND]
   Connect this terminal with the SIGNAL GND terminals of the devices in the system for signal ground. When operating the recorder and the devices in the system without signal ground, noise may be produced. Clamp mount (To prevent power cord disconnection)
4. Clamp mount (For terminal cable clamps)
5. Alarm/Control connector B [B]
   It is used when connecting an alarm, such as a buzzer or a lamp, to external equipment.
   The provided terminal plug (10 pin) is attached.
6. Alarm/Control connector A [A]
   It is used when connecting with an external device such as a sensor or anti-theft door switch that output alarm signals.
   The provided terminal plug (11 pin) is attached.
7. Copy port (USB3.0) [COPY]
   Connect an external storage device (external Hard disk drive, USB memory) to this port and copy images and audio recorded on the hard disk drive. An external storage device can also be connected to the copy port on the front. Use either of them.
   • Mouse connection is also available.
8. Mouse connection port (USB2.0) [MOUSE]
   The provided mouse is connected to this port. The mouse can be connected to the mouse connection ports on the front. Use either of them.
9. Network port (PC port) [PC]
   Connect the recorder with a PC via a network compatible with 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 1000BASE-T. Use this port when the cameras and the PC are connected to different network.
10. Network port (Camera/PC port) [CAMERA/PC]
    Connect the recorder with a PC and cameras via a network compatible with 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 1000BASE-T. When the port is being accessed, the access indicator (green) blinks. When the port is being linked, the link indicator (orange) lights.
    
11. Audio output connector (RCA pin jack) [AUDIO OUT]
    Connect such device as a powered speaker. Same audio output to the main monitor will be output from this connector.
12. Video output connector (BNC) [VIDEO OUT]
    Connect a sub monitor (BNC) to this connector. Same images output from the sub monitor output connector (HDMI) will be output from this connector.
    The default is PAL output. The setup menu will not be displayed.
13. Main monitor output connector (HDMI) [A/V OUT MAIN]
    This connector is used to connect to an HDMI-ready monitor (the main monitor). It displays live images, recorded images, or the setup menu of the recorder.
14. Sub monitor output connecter (HDMI) [VIDEO OUT SUB]
    This connector is used to connect to an HDMI-ready monitor (sub monitor). Only the live images will be displayed.
15. Security wire hole
    Mount the lock device for the anti-theft security wire.

How to use the cable clamp (for fixing the terminal block cables)

1. Pass the cable clamp (provided) through the clamp mount.
   
2. Tie the cables of the ALARM/CONTROL terminals and fix with the cable clamp.

User/Host management

It is necessary to register users who operate the recorder and hosts (PC) that accesses the recorder via a network such as a LAN. Up to 32 users can be registered.
It is possible to register the following for the user information.

Inspect the power cord, power plug and connectors periodically.

Specifications

i-PRO Co., Ltd. Fukuoka, Japan
https://www.i-pro.com/
i-PRO EMEA B.V. UK Branch
1010 Cambourne Business Park,
© i-PRO Co., Ltd. 2022 L0417-7042 PGQP2452SA

Documents / Resources

i-PRO Products WJ-NX200G Network Disk Recorder [pdf] Instruction Manual WJ-NX200G Network Disk Recorder, WJ-NX200G, Network Disk Recorder, Disk Recorder, Recorder

References

• User Manual