This product has been updated. The latest available model is: Panasonic WJ-ND400 network video recorder with 64 channels and up to 27TB of storage.

The Panasonic WJ-ND400 is a secure, high quality Network Video Recorder for up to 64 network cameras, suitable for IP CCTV surveillance monitoring and recording in any large business or organisation.

Each camera can be configured to record independently using flexible methods such as manual recording, event based recording (pre/post), emergency recording or based on a schedule. 32 alarm inputs allow the unit to be integrated into a buildings security system easily and audio can also be recorded when using compatible Panasonic i-Pro cameras.

This unit accommodates 9 hard disk drive bays for up to 9TB of storage but can be expanded to a total of 54TB providing scope for archive flexibility and future expansion. Multi-site installations can be configured simply using Panasonic WV-ASM100 monitoring and management software.

Panasonic WJ-ND400 - Key benefits:

• A network video recorder is designed specifically for IP CCTV surveillance applications and provides stability, reliability and confidence over PC/Server based systems
• Easier to install and manage than a PC or server based recording solution
• Centrally monitor more than one recorder from several sites using Panasonic’s WV-ASM100 monitoring and management software (not supplied)

Panasonic WJ-ND400 - Key features:

• MPEG-4, JPEG and MJPEG image formats
• 64 channel recorder supports up to 64 cameras or video encoder channels
• Support for full Panasonic i-Pro range. Limited support for Panasonic BL/BB range and Axis cameras/video encoders
• 200Mbps throughput
• Various recording modes: Record manually, based on a schedule, event recording (pre/post) and emergency recordings
• Pan-tilt-zoom cameras can be controlled from the WJ-ND400 including preset controls, brightness, focus and auto mode (dependent on camera model)
• Audio recording and playback for compatible Panasonic i-Pro cameras
• Playback controls by time/date or jump to last recording
• Display modes: spot, spot sequence, quad (16 patterns), quad sequence
• Cameras can be arranged into 8 separate groups
• Search facilities allow you to search through your records by date/time, event type or camera
• VMD search allows you to search based on movement in a specific area
• 2x - 4x digital zoom
• Export images to PC. Viewer software available as a separate application download
• 32 alarm inputs and 64 camera alarms allow for easy integration into a buildings security system
• 16 simultaneous user connections
• FTP image transfer feature allows image upload based on periodic transfer or on alarm
• Performance measurement function to help set up camera settings and frame rates
• Automatic backup feature allows images to be transferred from compatible Panasonic i-Pro cameras in the event of network problems
• Security comprises of multi-level user authentication (up to 32 registered users) and host authentication
• Alteration detection and recorded data encryption allows for data security
• Main unit comprises of 9 hard disk drive bays each capable of carrying 1TB of storage space. Hot swappable, the drives can be removed for maintenance without interrupting recording
• Storage capacity can be extended to a maximum of 54TB using up to 5 extension units
• RAID5/6 redundant recording for data security
• Embedded operating system optimised for IP CCTV surveillance provides reliability over PC/Server based systems

Panasonic WJ-ND400 - Typical applications:

• High performance recording, monitoring and playback for mission critical applications in large businesses or organisations. Use in government buildings, banks, multi-national corporations, multi-site installations, stadiums, banks, airports or to create bespoke installations in any large public space or building

Panasonic WJ-ND400 - Key technical indicators:

• Supported image formats: MPEG-4, JPEG, MJPEG
• Supported cameras: Panasonic i-Pro series network cameras, limited support for Panasonic consumer-based cameras BL/BB range and Axis range of cameras/video encoders
• Supported image resolutions: 1280x960, 960x720, 640x480, 320x240 (dependent on camera)
• Audio compression: G.726 (ADPCM) 32kbps
• Max. number of cameras: 64
• Recording mode: Manual, Schedule including Event (pre/post), Emergency
• Pre-event recording: up to 15mins with dedicated HDD for Pre-Event. Shorter pre-event recording is possible without dedicated HDD
• Scheduled recording mode: 8 programs, 6 time zones/day, independent setup for each day of the week
• Frame rate per camera: up to 30fps (depending on camera)
• Max total recording frame rate: 1,920fps (64 cameras at 30fps)
• Camera control: Pan/tilt, zoom, focus, brightness, preset position call and program (up to 256), auto mode
• REC/playback control: REC, PLAY, Rev PLAY, Pause, Stop, FF, REW, Prev Record, Next Record, Prev Image, Next Image, Goto Date, Goto Last (5 sec. to 5min.), Area select
• Filtered search: Time/date, event type, camera number, VMD search (one detection area per search). VMD searching available on compatible Panasonic i-Pro cameras
• Display mode: Spot/Quad (16 patterns), Spot sequence, Quad sequence (live only)
• Camera grouping: 8 groups each with 16 character title
• Image download: Recorded data can be downloaded to a PC. Viewer software can be downloaded separately
• SD memory data download: Images recorded on the SD card in a compatible i-Pro series camera can be automatically stored on the recorder
• Digital zoom: 2x, 4x
• GUI language: English, French, Italian, Spanish, German, Russian, Chinese, Japanese
• Supported OS: Microsoft Windows Vista Business 32 bit, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2, Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2
• Supported browser: Microsoft Internet Explorer V7.0, Microsoft Internet Explorer V6.0 SP2
• Alarm source: 32x Terminal inputs, 64x camera alarms, Panasonic alarm protocol
• Alarm action: Alarm recording, e-mail notification, alarm message, camera positioning, FTP image transfer, terminal output, Panasonic alarm protocol output, buzzer, LED
• Maximum bandwidth: 200Mpbs
• Bandwidth control: 32Kbps / 64Kbps / 128Kbps / 256Kbps / 512Kbps / 1024Kbps / 2Mbps / 5Mbps / 10Mbps and unlimited
• Supported protocols: TCP/IP, UDP/IP, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, NTP, SNMP, RTP
• Email: on alarm or warning
• FTP client: on alarm or periodic transfer
• No. simultaneous users: 16
• User registration: up to 32 unique users
• Security: User authentication (ID and password), Host authentication (IP address), Alteration detection, HTTP port no. (1-65,535 except for reserved numbers), FTP port no. (1-65,535 except for reserved numbers)
• HDD type: 3.5 inch 1TB serial ATA HDD (factory default), up to 9x HDDS can be installed
• Max. capacity: 54HDD slots (with 5x extension units each with 9x HDDs installed) giving max. of 54TB of storage
• RAID: RAID5/6 supported
• Power: 220 to 240V AC, 50Hz
• Power consumption: 170w
• Operating temperature: 5°C to 45°C (41°F to 113°F)
• Dimensions: (HxWxD) 132 x 430 x 400mm
• Weight: 14kg (30.9lbs)

Panasonic WJ-ND400 - Supported cameras:

• Full Support for all Panasonic i-Pro range, Panasonic BB-HCM381, Panasonic BB-HCE481, Axis 241A, Axis 241Q, Axis 210 and cameras from the Axis 23xD range
• Partial support for BB-HCM581 (video only). Panasonic consumer ranges BB and BL may work but full functionality may not be supported

Panasonic WJ-ND400 - Connections:

• Camera/client port: 10Base-T / 100Base-TX / 1000Base-T (RJ-45)
• Maintenance port: 10Base-T (RJ-45)
• Alarm connector: Alarm input 1 - 7, 17 – 32
• Alarm/Control connector: Alarm input 8 - 16, 1x Alarm output, 1x Alarm reset input, 1x Alarm suspend input, Emergency recording input, Power outage detection input, External recording mode switching, Power outage recovery completion output, time adjustment input/output, +5 V output, Network error output, Available disk space warning output, Warning HDD error output, Camera error output, error output
• EXT Storage High-speed serial interface 1.5 Gbps (theoretical value) Only for WJ-HDE400 Extension Unit
• DC Power input 220-240V

Panasonic WJ-ND400 - Accessories included:

• CD-ROM containing operating instructions PDF
• Installation guide
• Quick reference guide
• Power cord
• Key
• Label
• Rack mounting bracket (2 pcs.)
• Rack mounting bracket fixing screw (6 pcs.)
• Handle for rack mounting bracket (2 pcs.)
• Handle fixing screw for rack mounting bracket (4 pcs.)
• Washer (4 pcs.)
• HDD canister (8 pcs.)
• HDD fixing screw for HDD canister (48 pcs.)

Panasonic WJ-ND400 - Additional items you may want to order with this camera:

• Panasonic WJ-HDE400/1000 Extension Unit including 1TB HDD
• Panasonic WD10EACS 1TB HDD
• Panasonic WV-ASM100 Monitoring and management software