ABUS HDCC90011 operation manual
ABUS embedded video recorder
HDCC900x1
Local user interface user guide
(basic instructions)
Date: 19/03/2018
Firmware: 3.5.20
This user guide contains important installation and
operation information.
Make sure that this user manual is handed over when
the product is given to other persons.
Keep this user manual to consult later.
You will find a list of contents with the corresponding
page numbers in the contents.
Contents
3
Important safety information .......................................................................................................................................... 6
Explanation of symbols .................................................................................................................................................... 6
Intended use .................................................................................................................................................................... 6
General ............................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Power supply ................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Installation ........................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Children ............................................................................................................................................................................ 7
EU Directives ................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Compatibility .................................................................................................................................................................... 8
General ............................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Compatible recorders ....................................................................................................................................................... 8
Compatible analogue HD cameras .................................................................................................................................. 8
Compatible keyboards ..................................................................................................................................................... 8
Compatible software ........................................................................................................................................................ 8
Pre-play storage ............................................................................................................................................................... 9
Video Signal Loss ............................................................................................................................................................ 9
External I/O connections and wiring ............................................................................................................................ 10
General .......................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Audio connections/2-way audio ..................................................................................................................................... 10
Alarm inputs ................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Alarm outputs ................................................................................................................................................................. 11
RS-485 output ................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................... 12
General information ....................................................................................................................................................... 12
Starting the device ......................................................................................................................................................... 12
On-screen keyboard ...................................................................................................................................................... 12
Switching off the device, locking, rebooting ................................................................................................................... 12
Setup wizard ................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Setting up the system .................................................................................................................................................... 14
System time and date .................................................................................................................................................... 15
Network settings ............................................................................................................................................................ 15
Hard disk drive management ......................................................................................................................................... 16
Camera recording .......................................................................................................................................................... 16
Live view ......................................................................................................................................................................... 17
General information on live image ................................................................................................................................. 17
Live image function areas .............................................................................................................................................. 17
Using the menu bar ........................................................................................................................................................ 17
Multiview control ............................................................................................................................................................ 17
Using the action bar ....................................................................................................................................................... 18
PTZ control menu .......................................................................................................................................................... 18
Recording Status ........................................................................................................................................................... 19
Right-click menu ............................................................................................................................................................ 19
Playback view ................................................................................................................................................................. 20
General information on playback ................................................................................................................................... 20
Using the action bar ....................................................................................................................................................... 20
Playback control ............................................................................................................................................................ 20
Smart Search ................................................................................................................................................................. 21
Audio control .................................................................................................................................................................. 21
Export functions ............................................................................................................................................................. 21
Export management ...................................................................................................................................................... 22
Using the timeline and calendar .................................................................................................................................... 22
Contents
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Using the camera list ..................................................................................................................................................... 23
Selecting playback type ................................................................................................................................................. 23
Playback: Normal .......................................................................................................................................................... 24
Playback: Event ............................................................................................................................................................. 24
Playback: Tag ................................................................................................................................................................ 24
Playback: Subperiods .................................................................................................................................................... 25
Playback: External File .................................................................................................................................................. 25
Playback: SMART ......................................................................................................................................................... 25
Info menu ........................................................................................................................................................................ 26
General information menu ............................................................................................................................................. 26
Settings ........................................................................................................................................................................... 27
General settings ............................................................................................................................................................. 27
Setting: Configuration ................................................................................................................................................... 28
General information on configuration ............................................................................................................................. 28
General .......................................................................................................................................................................... 28
General tab .................................................................................................................................................................... 29
DST Settings tab ........................................................................................................................................................... 29
More Settings tab .......................................................................................................................................................... 29
Network .......................................................................................................................................................................... 30
General tab .................................................................................................................................................................... 30
DDNS tab ...................................................................................................................................................................... 31
NTP tab ......................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Email tab ........................................................................................................................................................................ 32
NAT TAB ....................................................................................................................................................................... 32
More Settings tab .......................................................................................................................................................... 33
Alarm .............................................................................................................................................................................. 34
Alarm Status tab ............................................................................................................................................................ 34
Alarm Input tab .............................................................................................................................................................. 34
Alarm output tab ............................................................................................................................................................ 34
Linkage action ................................................................................................................................................................ 35
Trigger channel tab ....................................................................................................................................................... 35
Arming Schedule tab ..................................................................................................................................................... 35
Linkage action tab ......................................................................................................................................................... 36
PTZ linking tab............................................................................................................................................................... 36
Live view ........................................................................................................................................................................ 36
General tab .................................................................................................................................................................... 36
View tab ......................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Exceptions ..................................................................................................................................................................... 38
User ................................................................................................................................................................................ 38
Local configuration tab .................................................................................................................................................. 39
Remote configuration tab .............................................................................................................................................. 39
Camera configuration tab .............................................................................................................................................. 40
Setting: Camera ............................................................................................................................................................. 41
OSD ............................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Image ............................................................................................................................................................................. 41
Image settings tab ......................................................................................................................................................... 41
Camera parameter adjustment tab................................................................................................................................ 41
PTZ ................................................................................................................................................................................ 41
Motion ............................................................................................................................................................................ 42
Private Zone ................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Tamper monitoring ......................................................................................................................................................... 43
Video Loss ..................................................................................................................................................................... 43
VCA ................................................................................................................................................................................ 44
Video quality diagnostics ............................................................................................................................................... 44
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Setting: Recording ......................................................................................................................................................... 46
General information on recording .................................................................................................................................. 46
Schedule ........................................................................................................................................................................ 46
Recording/instant image tab .......................................................................................................................................... 46
Parameter ...................................................................................................................................................................... 47
Record tab ..................................................................................................................................................................... 47
Substream tab ............................................................................................................................................................... 48
Advanced settings .......................................................................................................................................................... 49
Holiday ........................................................................................................................................................................... 49
Setting: HDD ................................................................................................................................................................... 50
General information on HDD.......................................................................................................................................... 50
General .......................................................................................................................................................................... 50
Advanced settings .......................................................................................................................................................... 51
Storage mode tab .......................................................................................................................................................... 51
Panic recording .............................................................................................................................................................. 55
General information on panic recording ......................................................................................................................... 55
Recording ....................................................................................................................................................................... 55
Alarm .............................................................................................................................................................................. 56
Manual Video Quality Diagnostics ................................................................................................................................. 56
Video Export ................................................................................................................................................................... 57
General information on video export .............................................................................................................................. 57
Duration / Event ............................................................................................................................................................. 57
Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................... 59
General information on maintenance ............................................................................................................................. 59
System Info .................................................................................................................................................................... 60
Log information .............................................................................................................................................................. 60
Import/Export ................................................................................................................................................................. 60
Update............................................................................................................................................................................ 61
Standard......................................................................................................................................................................... 61
Net Detect ...................................................................................................................................................................... 61
Traffic tab ....................................................................................................................................................................... 61
Network Detection tab ................................................................................................................................................... 62
Network Stat. tab ........................................................................................................................................................... 62
HDD Detect .................................................................................................................................................................... 63
Checking the hard disk drive status .............................................................................................................................. 63
Fault rectification ........................................................................................................................................................... 65
Disposal .......................................................................................................................................................................... 66
Notes on EC directives for waste electrical and electronic equipment .......................................................................... 66
Notes on RoHS EU Directive ......................................................................................................................................... 66
Important safety information
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Important safety information
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used in this manual and on
the device:
Symbol
Signal
word
Meaning
Warning
Indicates a risk of injury or
health hazards.
Warning
Indicates a risk of injury or
health hazards caused by
electrical voltage.
Important
Indicates possible damage to
the device/accessories.
Note
Indicates important information.
The following annotations are used in the text:
Meaning
1. …
2. …
Required action to be carried out in a set order
…
…
List without a set order, given either in the text
or warning notice
Intended use
Only use the recorder for the purpose for which it was
built and designed. Any other use is considered
unintended.
This device may only be used for the following purpose(s):
This recorder is used in combination with video signal
sources (cameras) and video output devices (TFT
monitors) for property surveillance.
Note
Data storage is subject to national data privacy
guidelines.
When carrying out the installation advise your
customers of the existence of these guidelines.
General
Before using this recorder for the first time, please read
the following instructions carefully and observe all
warning information, even if you are familiar with the use
of such recorders.
Warning
All guarantee claims are invalid in the event of
damage caused by non-compliance with this user
guide.
We cannot be held liable for resulting damage.
Warning
In the event of personal or material damage
caused by improper operation or non-compliance
with the safety information, we cannot be held
liable.
All guarantee claims are void in such cases.
Retain this handbook for future reference.
If you sell or pass on the recorder to third parties,
you must include these instructions with the device.
Power supply
Warning
Prevent data loss:
The recorder should only ever be used with a
device that is constantly connected to an
uninterruptible power supply UPS with surge
protection.
Warning
Modifications to the device invalidate the
guarantee.
Important safety information
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Installation
Observe all safety and operating instructions before
installing the device for the first time.
Only open the housing to install the hard disk drive.
Only install the software on devices that are
expressly suitable for the intended purpose.
Otherwise, damage to the device can occur.
Note
Compatible devices:
- HDCC90001
- HDCC90011
- HDCC90021
Warning
If in doubt, have the device installed by a
specialist technician rather than carrying it out
yourself.
Children
Keep electrical devices out of reach of children.
Never allow children to use electrical devices
unsupervised. Children may not always properly
identify possible hazards. Small parts may be fatal
if swallowed.
Keep packaging film away from children. There is a
risk of suffocation.
This device is not intended for children. If used
incorrectly, parts under spring tension may fly out and
cause injury to children (e.g. to eyes).
EU Directives
This device complies with the requirements of the
EU Low Voltage Directive (2014/35/EU),
EMC Directive (2014/30/EU) and RoHS Directive
(2011/65/EU). The declaration of conformity can be
obtained from:
ABUS Security-Center GmbH & Co. KG
Linker Kreuthweg 5
86444 Affing
GERMANY
To ensure this condition is maintained and that safe
operation is guaranteed, it is your obligation to observe
this user guide.
Read the entire user guide carefully before starting
operation of the product, and pay attention to all
operating instructions and safety information.
All company names and product descriptions are
trademarks of the corresponding owner. All rights
reserved.
If you have any questions, please contact your specialist
installation contractor or specialist dealer.
Disclaimer
This user guide has been produced with the
greatest of care. Should you identify any
omissions or inaccuracies, please contact us at
the address shown on the back of the manual.
ABUS Security-Center GmbH does not accept any
liability for technical and typographical errors, and
reserves the right to make changes to the product
and user manuals at any time and without prior
warning. ABUS Security-Center GmbH is not
liable or responsible for direct or indirect damage
resulting from the equipment, performance and
use of this product. No guarantee is made for the
contents of this document.
Keep electrical devices out of reach of children. Do not
leave children unsupervised.
Compatibility
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Compatibility
General
ABUS embedded recorders are compatible with a
variety of cameras and additional components. Check
the compatibility with your device and limitations to the
use of the components before use.
Please keep in mind that older devices may not be
supported or may be only partially supported.
Note
Check http://www.abus.com to find any
additional information on compatibility with your
camera/recorder.
The following tables show the current versions at
the time of publication of this guide (Q1/2018).
Compatible recorders
Device type
Item number
DVR
HDCC90001, HDCC90011,
HDCC90021
Compatible analogue HD cameras
Analogue HD camera
type
Item number
Analogue HD camera
HDCC32500, HDCC42500,
HDCC61510, HDCC71510,
HDCC62510, HDCC72510,
HDCC32501, HDCC42501,
HDCC62550, HDCC72550,
HDCC33500, HDCC43500,
HDCC63550, HDCC73550,
HDCC50000
Analogue HD PT/Z
HDCC81000, HDCC82500,
HDCC82501
Compatible keyboards
Device type
Item number
PTZ/DVR control panel
TVAC26000
USB keyboard
(only in connection with
ABUS CMS)
TVAC26010
Compatible software
Device type
Item number
ABUS CMS
TVSW11000
Compatibility
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iDVR Plus
(Smartphone)
APP12300 (iOS)
APP12500 (Android)
iDVR Plus HD
(Tablet)
APP12400 (iOS)
APP12600 (Android)
ABUS IP installer
TVSW12000
Pre-play storage
Unlike flexible PC systems, embedded recorders have a
hardware configuration which is tailored to their intended
purpose. As a consequence, the desired recording
schedule cannot always be achieved in the special case
of pre-play recordings. The available working memory is
a crucial parameter for the pre-play recording schedule.
Depending on the model, embedded recorders have
between 512 MB–2 GB of working memory to manage
all the background processes of all cameras. In order to
create pre-play recordings, the information for each
individual camera, depending on the resolution,
bitstream settings and pre-play schedule, must be
permanently kept in the memory. A pre-alarm memory
of a few seconds is already hard to achieve with the use
of 1080p cameras. The higher the resolution of the
cameras and the more cameras connected to the
recorder, the lower the chance of having enough
memory ready for all cameras. Due to the variety of
models and configuration settings, as well as the
complexity of the evaluation of current scenes, we
cannot provide a reliable value for the pre-alarm
memory. As a result, we recommend using continuous
recording for critical cameras and then using the Smart
Search to easily filter out events.
Video Signal Loss
Please note that as your recorder searches
continuously for video signals, the following applies to
every channel.
If no camera is connected, the following display will
appear on the monitor:
This display does not mean there is a technical defect
or fault on your recorder unless there is a camera
connected to the channel.
It also causes a "video signal loss" error, which is
displayed in the "Alarm/exception information" window.
You will find this under the symbol below:
You can deactivate the display of "video signal loss"
errors manually under "Alarm/exception information->
Adjust -> Video signal loss checkbox".
Warning
Bear this information in mind when
problems/limitations occur in the local live
image view, and troubleshooting is required,
when the device is operating.
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External I/O connections and wiring
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External I/O connections and wiring
General
The ABUS embedded recorders are equipped with
external interfaces for the control of alarm contacts, PTZ
cameras, keyboards and audio devices. The structure
level of the connections depends on the recorder model.
The larger the structure level of the recorder, the more
connections are normally present on the device.
Note
In your recorder’s quickstart manual or at
http://www.abus.com, you will find an exact listing
of the external interfaces in the technical data.
Audio connections/2-way audio
The audio connections on the recorder are only used for
remote 2-way audio communication via a network
connection. This can take place via the web interface on
the recorder, via the ABUS CMS software or via the iDVR
Plus app. The system configuration for this purpose is as
follows:
Note
If the 2-way audio communication takes place via
a PC, you must ensure that a microphone and
loudspeaker are connected. In order to use the
web browser function, the ABUS recorder plug-in
must be installed.
Connection
Description
RCA audio input for the connection
of a separate microphone for
2-way audio communication.
If the volume is too low, use an
additional preamplifier to raise the
signal levels of the microphone
input.
RCA audio output for the
connection of a separate
loudspeaker for 2-way audio
communication. Passive
loudspeakers must be connected
via a locked amplifier.
Network
Audio OUT
Audio IN
Line OUT
Mic IN
External I/O connections and wiring
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Alarm inputs
The alarm inputs on the recorder are used for event
control via externally wired detectors (door contacts,
motion detector, smoke detector, light barriers, etc.).
On the recorder side, the inputs can be used to activate a
recording, alert via CMS or send an alarm email, among
other things. The alarm inputs are purely switch contacts
(Normally Open/Normally Closed) which must not be
voltage controlled.
Note
Following the connection of the detector to the
alarm input of the recorder, the behaviour in the
normal state (NO/NC) and the event reaction must
be programmed in the settings menu.
Alarm outputs
The alarm outputs on the recorder are used for the action
control of externally wired devices/actuators (sirens,
lamps, door openers, etc.). The alarm output switching
takes place via integrated relays on the recorder. In order
to prevent damaging the relay/recorder, the device’s
maximum switching power must not exceed the specified
values of 12 V / 1 A.
Note
After the actuator has been connected to the
alarm input of the recorder, the event reaction
must be programmed in the settings menu.
RS-485 output
The RS-485 output on the recorder is used to control
analogue PTZ cameras.
Analogue HD cameras with an integrated PTZ function
are fully controlled via the BNC cable.
The use of the interface is intended as an alternative to
the use of cameras with external motor control.
Connection
Description
Depending on the recorder
model, 1–16 inputs are available.
First, plug the detector contact in
an open input (IN1-16) and then
connect the grounding contact (G).
Connect more detectors in the
same way:
IN1 G
IN2 G
IN3 G
….
IN16 G
It does not matter whether you
connect all detectors to one
grounding contact or divide them
up among the available contacts.
Use terminal blocks in order to
connect multiple detectors to one
grounding contact.
Connection
Description
Connect the PTZ control by using
the Transmit and Receive pins.
Connection
Description
Depending on the recorder
model, 1–4 outputs are available.
First, plug the actuator/device in
an open output (OUT1–4) and
then connect the grounding
contact (G).
Connect further actuators in the
same way:
OUT1 G
OUT2 G
OUT3 G
OUT4 G
It does not matter whether you
connect all actuators to one
grounding contact or divide them
up among the available contacts.
Use terminal blocks in order to
connect multiple actuators to one
grounding contact.
Detectors
Actuator
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Introduction
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Introduction
General information
This handbook describes the commissioning and use of
the ABUS embedded recorder via the local user interface.
For this purpose, the recorder must be connected to a
monitor using the VGA/HDMI interface. During operation,
use the USB mouse which was included in the scope of
delivery.
We recommend that you complete the initial setup using
the local interface in order to set up basic settings like the
network address and the hard disc drive configuration.
Note
Ensure that the recorder is connected directly to
your CCTV network (switch) via a network cable.
For optimal performance do not use a Wi-Fi
connection between the recorder and the CCTV
network.
Starting the device
Important
The device may only be connected to a mains
voltage supply as specified on the type plate.
For security, use an uninterruptable power supply
UPS.
When the device is connected to the power supply, it
starts up automatically and the blue status LED blinks.
1. During the start-up procedure, the device carries
out a self-test (blue LED will blink).
2. The start-up procedure is complete when the
blue LED is lit continuously.
3. Subsequently, the setup wizard (during the first
system start) or the live image display of the
cameras that have been set up will appear
(after the setup wizard has been completed
successfully).
On-screen keyboard
If you click with the mouse in a text input field, the onscreen keyboard appears:
For simple figure input, the following on-screen keyboard
appears:
The keys have exactly the same function as a computer
keyboard.
To input a figure, click on it with the left mouse key.
To finish the entry, click on Enter.
To delete the figure in front of the cursor, click on .
To switch between upper and lower case text, click
on the framed a. The active setting is indicated above
the keyboard.
To cancel an entry, or to leave the field, click on ESC.
Switching off the device, locking, rebooting
In the main menu, click on Shutdown. The overview
appears.
Note
Be aware that alterations to the recorder carried
out via the software must be accepted by clicking
“Apply”/“Confirm” before leaving the tab or menu.
Introduction
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To switch off, select the Shutdown option and
confirm the query with Yes. The device is
switched off.
Do not press any key during the switch off
procedure.
Now pull out the plug of the power supply unit.
3.
To lock the system, select the left hand symbol
Logout. The user interface is locked. To reach the
menu, a password must be entered.
4.
To reboot, select the right hand symbol Reboot.
The device carries out a reboot.
Setup wizard
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Setup wizard
Setting up the system
The setup wizard guides you through the required basic
settings for the system. The digital video recorder will
then be ready for recording and monitoring.
Enter a password that is suitable for the Valid
Password Range. For your own security, we
recommend a password that falls into the
"Strong" category.
User name: Standard specification: "admin"
Create new password: Enter a password that
takes the security guidelines into consideration.
Confirm the password by entering it again and
clicking OK.
You then receive a notification asking you to
export the GUID file that resets the password.
Please proceed and export the GUID file to a
secure data carrier known to you that is not
linked to your recorder.
Note
The GUID file is essential if you are resetting your
password.
For this reason, you must export the file to a data
carrier that is stored securely and protected.
If you forget your password without having the
GUID file specifically for this on hand, please
contact the service hotline immediately.
Click on the input field and select your language
from the list.
Click on Next to start the wizard.
Note
After the system has been set up the “checkbox”
can be deactivated: the box will be hidden and the
wizard no longer starts automatically.
Setup wizard
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System time and date
Enter the system time consisting of date and
time.
Finish the setting by clicking on Next.
Network settings
Note
Ask the network administrator responsible
whether the DHCP can be selected or the IP
address and additional settings have to be done
manually.
DHCP active: if the DHCP has been set up in
the network router, enable the DHCP “checkbox”.
All network settings are then completed
automatically.
DHCP inactive: enter the data manually
(IPv4 address, IPv4 subnet mask as well as the
default set up for the IPv4 Gateway = IPv4
address of the router, DNS server). A typical
address assignment could appear as follows:
IPv4 address: 192.168.0.50
IPv4 subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
IPv4 default gateway: 192.168.0.1
Preferred DNS server: 192.168.0.1
Adjust the network ports here.
To set up remote access through the internet,
activate DDNS using the “checkbox”.
Click on the input field and select the DDNS type.
When using public DDNS providers, save the
server address and the Device Domain Name,
user name and password.
When using the ABUS server as the DDNS
provider, no extra parameters are necessary.
Click on Next.
Note
When the device is accessed remotely via
the internet, it should be given a fixed network
address.
Setup wizard
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Hard disk drive management
To set up a hard disk drive, enable the “checkbox”
with a left click and then click on Init.
Click on OK to acknowledge the security prompt.
The hard disk drive is set up for use. Progress is
shown on the status bar.
Finish the setting with OK and then click on Next.
Camera recording
Select the recording type. It is possible to select
between "Continuous" and "Movement detection".
Complete the setting and the setup wizard with OK.
Warning
This will delete all data found on the disc.
Live view
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Live view
General information on live image
Live view starts automatically when the device is
switched on. The live image function provides the option
of displaying live images and executing camera
commands for all cameras connected to the recorder.
This is the core function of the recorder, in addition to
playback.
Double-clicking an image displays the selected camera
image in full screen or switches back to the original view.
Live image function areas
The live cast view is divided into the following function
areas:
Using the menu bar
The following options are available:
Multiview control
Click on the symbol to open multiview.
Various layouts are available:
Select a suitable layout the live view will be adjusted
accordingly. The settings which define the camera
positions can be individually programmed for each layout
in the configuration menu.
Parameter
Description
Menu bar
Global display of the configuration
and operating menus.
Action bar
Control camera commands and
carry out actions for the selected
camera (red frame)
Right-click
menu
Extended operating menu for
operating the live view.
Parameter
Description
Opens the configuration menu
Activates the live image view
(deactivated in the live image)
Switch to the PTZ control menu
(only with PTZ cameras)
Changes to playback view
Opens multiview
Action bar
Menu bar
Right-click menu
Recording status
Live view
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Using the action bar
In single or multi-screen, click on a camera image.
A selection bar will appear:
(0) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8)
No.
Meaning of the symbol
(0)
Area for moving the action bar
(1)
Activate/deactivate manual recording
(2)
Instant playback of the last 5 minutes
(3)
Activate/deactivate the audio function
(4)
Open the PTZ control menu (for PTZ cameras only)
(5)
Digital zoom
(6)
Image settings
(7)
Display VCA info
(8)
Close the selection bar
PTZ control menu
The PTZ control menu can be opened from the menu
bar, the action bar or the right-click menu.
The following options are available:
Note
The menu can only be opened for PTZ cameras
or cameras with at least one PTZ feature (e.g.:
cameras with a motorised zoom lens).
Parameter
Description
Camera
Select the camera for PTZ control
here.
Configuration
Set the PTZ settings and preset
configuration.
Special
commands
Open camera menu (if available)
3D zoom (zoom in/out of the
selected mask)
Centring mode
Light on/off (if available)
Wiper on/off (if available)
PTZ
PTZ control is displayed. Use the
buttons to turn the camera in the
desired direction and set the
manual zoom, focus and iris.
Command
Execute special commands like
parking position or linear scan.
Preset
Execute preset positions, patrols
and patterns.
Speed
Speed at which the cameras are
manually moved to positions
PTZ control panel
Special commands
Preset control
PTZ control
Live view
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Recording Status
In live image, the current recording status will always be
shown (below left) in the form of a colourful R (“record”).
Every video channel can have one of the following three
statuses:
Right-click menu
Note
Right click when the mouse pointer is positioned
on a live image.
The following settings can be made. The arrow pointing
to the right indicates that a sub-menu opens for selection:
Menu
Opens the main menu
Full screen
Full-screen view of the selected
camera.
Multi-screen
Various camera layouts
Previous Screen
Displays the previous screen
Next Screen
Displays the next screen
Start Auto-switch
Starts the camera sequence display
Start Recording
Starts continuous recording or
motion detection
Playback
Switches to playback mode
PTZ
Opens the PTZ control
Output Mode
Sets the output mode for the screen
display
Aux Monitor
Switches the mouse control to the
AUX monitor
Note
Start Auto-switch:
Specify the display sequence delay in the display
settings.
Note
Activation of “AUX monitor” without a connected
spot monitor:
Mouse pointer function is disabled.
Parameter
Description
No symbol
No recording programmed
No HDD available
No event
Event recording enabled
(for motion, alarm input or VCA)
Continuous recording enabled
Playback view
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Playback view
General information on playback
There are three different options for playback:
Playback icon in the title bar
Context menu in the live image
Playback function in the overview menu
Playback allows recorded video data from cameras on
the recorder to be played. The data is played in the
quality at which it was recorded as configured in the
camera settings.
Note
Adjust the quality settings of the camera
accordingly in the menu under “Settings
Recording Parameters”. Generally the "main
stream" of the camera on the recorder is recorded.
The playback view is divided into several functional areas
(playback type) in order to enable a targeted data
analysis (e.g.: event playback, VCA analysis, multi-
timeshift, etc...). Depending on the selected “Playback
Type”, various operational elements are available in the
playback view.
Using the action bar
The action bar is used to control running playback.
The symbols are split into the following categories:
Playback control
The Playback Control is the core element of playback.
The basic functions for the playback of recorded data are
available here.
Action
Meaning of the symbol
Reverse playback
Stop playback
Start/pause playback
Go back 30 seconds
Go forward 30 seconds
Go forward in slow-motion (8x 1x)
Fast forward (1x 8x)
Previous day
Next day
Playback stream
Time bar
Action bar
Camera list
Calendar
Playback type
Playback
Export
Audio
Time tracker
Playback bar
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Smart Search
Smart Search makes a fast filter function for the analysis
of recorded data available.
Select the desired function and the green filter on the
playback time bar will change accordingly. The following
example offers an overview of the results of the Smart
Search.
Example: Smart Search, same camera, same time period,
different filters.
The motion detection displays many results.
If tripwire is set above the area, fewer events will be
marked already. If intrusion detection is used, only one
event is present in the time period.
Note
Smart Search is not supported by all cameras.
Check the compatibility list at the beginning of
these instructions.
Audio control
Adjust the audio output of the selected camera here.
In the case of multiple selection (2 or more cameras play
back simultaneously), the red tag (red frame around the
camera image) indicates which camera the audio
playback is from. Only one camera’s audio playback can
be played at a time.
Warning
When using audio recording, make sure to
consider the legal requirements for the premises.
Note
In order to enable the audio, the camera must be
configured accordingly. The following settings
must be activated:
“Menu Recording Parameter Audio &
Video”
Export functions
The following functions describe the possible actions for
the data export from a running playback:
Action
Meaning of the symbol
Full screen movement analysis
Tripwire detection search
(set 2 points in the image)
Intrusion detection search
(set 4 points in the image)
Motion Detection: Full Screen
Clear All
Action
Meaning of the symbol
Activates/deactivates the
audio output. Set the volume
using the regulator.
Action
Meaning of the symbol
Start/stop video clip
By activating this function, the recorder
notes the current time of the time tracker.
If the tracker is moved by clicking the
mouse and the clip icon is pressed again,
the time segment will be marked for export.
Lock data
The recording data corresponding to the
current scene (position of the time tracker)
will be locked. A locked data file will not
be overwritten by ring memory.
Add tag
Creates a tag depending on the position
of the time tracker. Tags can be retrieved
via the playback type "tag".
Add custom tag
Creates a tag with custom text, depending
on the position of the time tracker. Tags can
be retrieved via the playback type "tag".
Open export management
Enable digital zoom
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Export management
In export management, tagged playback data can be
exported and managed.
Export type
Description
Video Clips
Export prepared video clips
Locked file
Export, manage and unlock
locked files
Colour
Tag management
Select an appropriated type from the tab bar. A list with
one or more entries of cameras with data for export (A1–
A16) will appear. Select the desired data by clicking on
the buttons . Select “Export All” to export all of the
displayed list entries, or “Export” to only export the
selected data.
In order to continue the data export, proceed as follows:
1. The data can be exported via USB on the video
recorder
2. Connect a suitable storage device to the recorder
3. In the next step, select a directory on the storage
device
4. Define whether the video player or the video data
should be exported.
5. The export process is carried out:
Using the timeline and calendar
The most important control element on the timeline is the
time tracker. The time tracker indicates the current time
of playback. First, move the mouse cursor along the time
bar in order to see a preview of the scene. Then, click on
the time bar to start the playback from the desired time.
Recordings are shown by coloured bars in the time bar.
The colour coding is explained below:
The standard setting of the display area on the time bar
is 30 minutes. This means that the last 30 minutes of
recording are displayed across the timeline. You can
connect to the camera’s recordings over the whole day in
increments using the button.
The days are selected using the calendar. The colour
coding for calendar days is explained below:
Colour
Meaning
Continuous recording
Event recording (motion, alarm input, VCA)
Smart Search (depending on the filter)
Tagging
Meaning
Currently selected day (red tag).
Current day has at least one recording
(dark blue tag).
Day is not selected, but has recordings
(dark blue tag).
Day is not selected and has no
recordings.
Export type
Preview
Start export
Export tag
Time tracker
Recordings
Preview
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Using the camera list
The camera list enables the selection of the recorded
camera archive on the recorder. By clicking on the
selection fields in the list, any number of cameras can
be played back simultaneously.
The recorder automatically activates the suitable view
when numerous cameras are selected.
The playback of cameras which have been selected
multiple times is always synchronous. All cameras will be
played back from the same time (position of the time
tracker).
Selecting playback type
Selecting the playback type allows various types of
recording and events to be displayed and filtered in the
playback view.
The following menus are available:
Type
Description
Duration
Playback of recorded video data.
Event
Search and playback of video data
recorded by means of motion detection,
VCA or alarm input.
Tagging
Search and playback of video data which
has been provided with a tag.
SMART
Search and playback of specific video data
narrowed down using filters
Subperiods
Simultaneous playback of video data from
one camera at different times.
External
File
Search and playback of video data found
on a connected external data storage
device (USB).
Button
Meaning
Max.
cameras for
playback
All available camera archives will be
selected.
Min.
cameras for
playback
Only the first camera will be selected
for playback.
Note
The video recorder manages the camera archives
in the background using the IDs A1–A16. If one
camera is replaced by another on the same
channel ID, the data recorded up to that point
remains unchanged on this channel.
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Playback: Normal
“Continuous” playback is the default view always
displayed when the playback function is opened.
Using this view, all recorded data can be quickly
displayed and analysed. The time bar distinguishes
between continuous recording and event recording
(motion, alarm, VCA).
Filters
Description
Camera
channels
Select one or more camera channels.
Calendar
Select a date for playback.
Time bar
Select a playback time on the timeline
using the mouse.
Playback: Event
Using “Event” playback, event recordings can be
searched in a targeted way. There are other filters
available for the search:
Filters
Description
Filter1
Select an event type: motion, alarm, VCA
Filter2
Select a VCA type: all, Tripwire, Intrusion
Detection
Cameras
Select one or more camera channels.
Start time
Select the start date and start time.
End time
Select the end date and end time.
Search
Start the event search using the previously
defined filters.
Select an entry from the list of results and start playback
by clicking on the appropriate icon.
Playback: Tag
Using “Tag” playback, the recordings can be searched
using pre-defined tags. This requires tags to have been
created beforehand by the user.
There are other filters available for the search:
Filters
Description
Cameras
Select one or more camera channels.
Password
You have the option of entering a
password as a full text filter for the search.
If no password is specified, all tags are
searched.
Start time
Select the start date and start time.
End time
Select the end date and end time.
Search
Start the tag search using the previously
defined filters.
Select an entry from the list of results and start playback
by clicking on the appropriate icon.
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Playback: Subperiods
Using "Subperiods" playback, different points in time
from one single camera channel can be simultaneously
analysed in a targeted way. To do this, the channel is
played back with a time delay of up to 16x, according to
the setting.
There are other filters available for the search:
Filters
Description
Camera
Select a camera channel.
Screen division
Select the number of segments
for simultaneous playback.
The more segments selected,
the shorter the time interval
from one segment to the next
during playback. The division of
the segment is as follows:
Duration of recording per
day/number of segments =
time interval per segment.
Clicking on a segment displays the time range as the top
line within the timeline.
Playback: External File
Using “External File” playback, previously exported video
clips and images from external data storage devices can
be played back.
There are other filters available for the search:
Filters
Description
Device name
Select a USB data storage
device from the list.
File Type
Select a file type from the list.
Select an entry from the list of results and start playback
by clicking on the appropriate icon.
Playback: SMART
Using "SMART" playback, recordings saved on the video
recorder can be analysed accurately using filters and
highlighted in colour for the playback.
There are other filters available for the search:
Filters
Description
Draw line
Draw a line using two
points
Draw Quadrilateral
Draw a square using four
points
Motion detection: Draw a
rectangle
Draw a rectangle in
specific sections of the
image
Motion Detection: Full
Screen
Select specific sections of
the image
Clear All
Reset selected filter
Select an entry from the list of results and start playback
by clicking on the appropriate icon.
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Info menu
General information menu
The info menu is an upstream status menu which
provides a quick overview of the important system
parameters and settings. From here, further actions can
be carried out and the system configuration can be
performed. The following options are available:
Menu
Description
General
Status overview of network capacity and
network configuration.
Cameras
Status overview of cameras and
recording.
HDD
Status overview of hard disk drives and
memory capacity.
Settings
Leads to the Configuration, Camera,
Recording, HDD and Manual menus.
Playback
Opens the playback view
(see “Playback view” section).
Export
Export of video and image recordings to
external data storage devices.
Maintenance
System information, searching logs,
importing/exporting configurations,
device maintenance such as upgrading
to new firmware, loading defaults,
displaying traffic.
User logout, system shutdown or
system reboot.
Click on “Exit” to close the info menu.
The following chapter describes the following sections:
Settings
Export
Maintenance
Logout/switch off
Open menu
System configuration
Available bandwidth
Network information
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Settings
General settings
The recorder system is configured in the "Settings" menu.
The settings dialogues are divided into the following areas:
Menu
Description
Configuration
Used to manage all device settings
(General, Network, Live View,
Warning and User).
Camera
Menu for setting camera parameters
(OSD configuration, image mode,
motion detection, private zone,
tamper monitoring and video loss).
Recording
Menu for setting recording
parameters (schedule, camera
resolution, holiday etc.)
HDD
Used to initialise and manage a builtin hard disk drive (assign read/write
functionality, cameras, manage
network drive etc.)
Panic
Recording
Menu for setting manual recordings.
Note
Depending on your recorder model and firmware
version number, all of the functions described in
the guide may not be available for your model.
Later firmware updates may add new functions or
expand settings to include further parameters.
You can find the valid firmware version number to
which these instructions refer on the cover sheet
of the manual.
Note
The system configuration can also be performed
via remote applications (e.g.: web interface or
CMS software). Normally, the same functions are
available there. If not described further, then this
guide may be used as a reference.
Note
Camera-specific functions are only explained as
examples within the scope of recorder-relevant
setting options. Further details on these functions
can be found in the camera user guide.
Logout/switch off
Info menu
System configuration
Setting: Configuration
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Setting: Configuration
General information on configuration
The configuration menu is used to manage all basic
device settings. During the initial commissioning,
complete the settings in this section first.
The configuration menu is divided into the following
sections:
Menu
Setting
General
Language, video, time, date,
mouse, password, daylight saving
time and other settings.
Network
Required network settings (manual
IP, DHCP, PPPOE, DDNS etc.) and
overview of network status.
Alarm
Settings for the alarm I/Os
Live view
Display settings and assignment of
the event output.
Exceptions
Response of the device in
exceptional cases (hard disk drive
full, network disconnected etc.)
User
Adding and changing users and
assigning access rights.
Every menu item has further submenus (e.g.: DST
settings) which are hereinafter referred to as “tabs”.
Confirm changes to settings in the detail settings of the
tabs by pressing the “Apply” button.
Use the icon to switch directly to the live view in order
to review settings which have a direct effect on the live
image functions.
General
The general display configuration settings and date
settings can be found here.
Warning
Ensure that the date and time are set correctly.
IMPORTANT: Subsequent alterations may lead
to loss of data. Ensure data is backed up
beforehand.
Save
Live image
Submenu “tab”
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