EverFocus EDR810H, 810M, 410M, 410H User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Digital Eight Channels/Four Channels Video Recorder

EDR810H/810M/

410H/410M

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About this manual

Before installing and using this unit, please read this Manual carefully.
Be sure to keep it handy for later reference.

Updated on: Nov. 17th 2005

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be dete rmined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following
measures :

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna .

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution : Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the users’s authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions : (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device and its antennas(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.

This advice complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

Safety Warning

WARNING

TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE .

CAUTION

DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Note:

This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this produc t may cause radio interference
In which case the user may be required to take adequate measures .

Notice:

The information in this manual was current when published. The manufacturer
reserves the right to revise and improve its products. All spec ifications are
therefore subject to change without notice.

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Safety Precautions

?Refer all work related to the installation of this product to qualified service

?Do not block the ventilation opening or slots on the cover.

? Do not drop metallic parts through slots.This could permanently damage

?Do not attempt to disassemble the appliance.To prevent electric shock,

Safety Precautions

personnel or system installers.

the appliance. Turn the power off immediately and contact qualified service
personnel for service.

do not remove screws or covers. There are no user -serviceable parts

inside. Contact qualified service personnel for maintenance. Handle the
appliance with care. Do not strike or shake, as this may damage the
appliance.

?Do not expose the appliance to water or moisture, nor try to operate it in

wet areas. Do take immediate action if the appliance becomes wet.
Turn the power off and refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Moisture may damage the appliance and also cause electric shock.

?Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning the appliance

body.Use a dry cloth to clean the appliance when it is dirty. When the
dirt is hard to remove, use a mild detergent and wipe gently.

?Do not overload outlets and extension cords as this may result in a risk of

fire or electric shock.

?Do not operate the appliance beyond its specified temperature, humidity

or power source ratings. Do not use the appliance in an extreme
environment where high temperature or high humidity exists.Use the
appliance at temperature within indoor type DVR for 0oC ~ +40oC and a
humidity below 90%.
The input power source for this appliance is AC100~240V.

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Safety Precautions

Safety Precautions

The lightning flash with an 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 presence of important operating
and maintenance(servicing)instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

Warning :

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose units not
specifically designed for outdoor use to rain or moisture.

Attention:

Installation should be performed by qualified service personnel only
in accordance with the National Electrical Code or applicable local codes.

Warning:

Electrostatic-sensitive device. Use proper
CMOS/MOSFET handing precautions to avoid
electrostatic discharge.

Do not place on uneven or unstable work surfaces.
Seek servicing if the casing.

Power Disconnect:

Units with or without ON-OFF switches have power supplied to the unit
whenever the power code is inserted into the power source; however, the
unit is operational only when the ON-OFF switch is in the ON position.
The power cord is the main power disconnect for all units.

External Power Supplies

Use only the recommended power supplies.
Power supplies must comply with the requirement of
the latest version of IEC 60065/CNS 13439. Substitutions
may damage the unit or cause a fire or shock hazard.

AC100~240V Power Cords

AC100~240V power cords

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Important Safeguards

Important Safeguards

Read Instruction---All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.

Retain Instructions---The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

Heed Warnings— All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

Follow Instructions— All operating and use instructions should be followed.

Cleaning— Unplug the unit from the outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

Use a damp cloth for cleaning

Attachments— Do not use attachment not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

Water and Moisture— Do not use this unit near water-for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,

or laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, in an unprotected outdoor installation, or any area which is
classified as a wet location.

Servicing— Do not attempt to service this unit by yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Power Cord Protection— Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them, playing particular attention to cords and plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the appliance.

Object and Liquid Entry— Never push objects of any kind into this unit through openings as they may touch dangerous

voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the unit.

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Table of Contents

1. PRODUCT INTRODUCTION …………………………………………………………….…………

1.1 FEATURES …………………………………………………………………..…………..………….

1.2 SPECIFICATIONS …………………………………………………………………………….………

1.3 FRONT PANEL KEYPADS …………………………………………………………..…….………

1.4 BACK PANEL CONNECTORS …………………………………………………………….………

1.5 MONITOR DISPLAY ……………………………………………………………………….………

2. INSTALLATION …………………………………………………………………………….…………

2.1 PACKING LIST ………………………………………………………………………...…….………

2.2 SYSTEM FLOORPLAN ………………………………………………………..…………….………

2.3 BASIC CONNECTIONS ………………………………………..…………………….…….………

2.4 BOOT UP EDR810/410……………………………………………………..……………….………

2.5 QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR EDR810M & EDR410M ONLY……….…………………

3. MENU SETUP …………………………………………………………………………………………

3.1 TIME/DATE SETUP MENU …………………………………….……………………………….…

3.2 CAMERA SETUP MENU ……………………………………………………………………….… .

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3.3 RECORD SETUP MENU ………………………………………..…………………………….……

3.4 ALARM SETUP MENU ……………………………………………………………………….……

3.5 MOTION SETUP MENU ………………………………………..……………………………………

3.6 VLOSS SETUP MENU ………………………………………….…………………………….……

3.7 NETWORK SETUP MENU ……………………………………..…………………………….……

3.8 SCHEDULE SETUP MENU …………………………………………………………………………

3.9 DISK SETUP MENU ……………………………………………………………………….………

3.10 CONTROL SETUP MENU ……………………………………………………………………….

3.11 WARNING SETUP MENU…………………………………………………………………………

3.12 SYSTEM SETUP MENU …………………………………………………………………….……

4. RECORDING …………………………………………………………………………………………

4.1 INSTANT RECORDING ………………………………………………………………………..……

4.2 SCHEDULE RECORDING …………………………………………………………………………

4.3 EVENT RECORDING ………………………………………………………….……………….……

4.4 ALARM INPUT RECORDING ……………………………………………..………………………

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5. PLAYING BACK……………………………..……………………………………………..………...

5.1 NORMAL PLAYBACK ……………….………………………………………………………………

5.2 SEARCH PLAYBACK …………………………………………………….…………………………

6. COPY TO A VIDEO FILE ………………………………………………….…………………………

7. CALL ………………………………………………………………………..……….…………………

8. SCREEN DISPLAY SETTING …………………………..………………..…………………………

9. SCREEN DISPLAY MODE ………………………………….…………….…………………………

10. REMOTE VIEWER ……………………………………..………………..…………………………

APPENDIX A: RS232 specifications …………………………………………….……………………

APPENDIX B: RS485 specifications ……………………………………………….…………………

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APPENDIX C: Alarm I/O Assignment ………………………………………….…………….………

APPENDIX D: Troubleshooting ……………………………………….……….…………….………

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1. PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

The Digital Video Recorder is the industry’s first full-featured digital video recorder
designed specifically for use in security industry. The DigitalVideo Recorder
incorporates all the benefits of digital video recording, is sim ple to install, and operates
just like a VCR. Highly efficient compression technology and su perior resolution of
recorded images make the Digital Video Recorder stand out from the competition as the
best choice for security surveillance.

1.1 FEATURES

? Duplex Operation for Recording & Playback
? Built-in MPEG4 Codec with Configurable Quality
? Variable Recording Speeds up to 60/50 Images per second for NTSC/PAL
? Audio Recording Capabilities
? Motion Detection Capabilities
? One 3.5”Hard Disk with Hot-Swap Tray for Internal Storage
? Ethernet Interface for Remote Network Viewing
? Optional Wireless LAN Interface for Data Transmission (Reserved)
? RS232 and RS485 for Remote Control
? Shuttle/Jog Dial for Picture-by-Picture or Fast/Slow Viewing
? Easy-to-use Control Panel with Common VCR and Multiplexer Functions
? On-Screen Menus Operations with Multi-Language Support
? Real-Time Live Display for all Cameras
? Easy archiving of video and Remote Viewer through USB port

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1.2 SPECIFICATIONS

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Video Format NTSC/EIA or PAL/CCIR
Video Input 4/8 camera inputs (BNC), 1Vp -p/75ohm

1 BNC video out (1Vp -p/75ohm) for Main Monitor

Video Output

1 BNC video out (1Vp -p/75ohm) for CALL Monitor
4 video out (1Vp-p/75ohm) for Looping (4 Channels
only)

Video Compression

MPEG4
720x240, 720x480 or 360x240 for NTSC

Recording Resolution

720x288, 720x576 or 360x288 for PAL
Full, PIP, 4, 7, 8/9 and 2x2 Zoom for Live Viewing

Video Display

and Playback
720x240, 720x480 or 360x240 for NTSC

Display Resolution

720x288, 720x576 or 360x288 for PAL

Video Pause Yes
4/8 Alarm Inputs 4/8 Alarm Inputs
1 Alarm Output 1 Alarm Output
Hard Disk Storage

One Hot-Swappable 3.5” IDE Hard Disk

Recording Rate Up to 60/50 Images per second for NTSC/PAL

Continue, Time-lapse, Schedule,

Recording Mode

Event recording (Motion and Alarm)

Playback Rate Up to 60/50 Images per second for NTSC/PAL
Playback Search By Date/Time or Event (Motion, Video Loss, Alarm)

Yes, with MULTIPLE configurable detection areas

Motion Detection

sensitivity

Video Loss Detection Yes
Event Log Yes
User Interface User-friendly Menu Driven
Setup On screen display setup

Front panel keypad with Shuttle/Jog, Keyboard

User Input Device

(optional)
Built-in real time clock and Auto Time

Timer

Synchronization with global NTP server through
Internet

Watch Dog Timer Yes

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Title 12-characters title for each camera
Ethernet

RJ45 connectors for network communication
USB for archiving

Archive

Archive through Wireless transmission (Reserved)

RS-232 9-pin female connector for local communication
RS-485

for Keyboard connection

Audio 2 mono inputs, 2 mono (SPEAKER) outputs
Power Rate DC 12V/DC 24V

Half size: 320 mm (L) x 215mm (W) x 100mm (H)

Dimension

Mobile : 320.8mm (L) x 215mm (W) x 109.9mm(H)

Weight 4.85 KG
Operating

0oC ~ +50oC

Temperature

IR Remote Controller

Remote Controller

IR Remote Controller with Extension Wire(optional)

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1.3 FRONT PANEL KEYPADS

KEY

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Channel Key: Press FULL+Channel Key (CH1~CH8) to display video image in the full screen

format the picture of the corresponding will fill the whole screen of the monitor display.

CH1 / REC: Press this key to start instant recording.

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CH2 / REV. PLAY: Reverse Play Back.

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CH3 / STOP: Press this key to stop recording and playing back.

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CH4 / PLAY: Play Back.

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CH5 / PAUSE: Press this key to pause the playback picture.

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CH6 / SEARCH: Press this key to enter the SEARCH MENU.

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CH 7 / COPY: Press this key to start to copy video stream under PAUSEmode into USB.

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CH8 / ENTER: Press this key to enter items , or jump to next subentry in the menu setting.

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FULL: Press this key and channel Key at the same time to switch to full screen in both live mode and

play back mode. Press “MODE”to exit full screen.

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MODE: Switch PIP, 4, 7, and 8 displays in Live and Playback modes .

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ZOOM: Press this key while viewing the full screen image to display a magnified resolution on the

monitor. You must be in “Full”screen mode first before zooming. While zooming, all other

function keys will be disable until you press “ZOOM”again to exit “ZOOM” mode.

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SEQ: Press this key to enter the auto sequential switching mode.

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SELECT: Press this key to select, to assign a camera to a display, to adjust screen display, and so on.

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CALL: Press this key to enter and set up CALL MENU.

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DISPLAY: Press this key to switch display of channels and/or status bar.

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MENU: Press this key to enter or quit MAIN SETUP MENU.

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HDD LOCK: Protect HDD without steal and turn on HDD power.

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Hard Disk Tray: Hard Disk holder for HDD.

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Shuttle and Jog Dial

Shuttle: In the Playback mode, turn the Shuttle dial to fast forward/rewind

the video.

In the Pausemode, turn the Shuttle dial to slow forward/rewind

the video.

In the Search mode, turn the Shuttle to change pages.

Jog Dial:

In the Pause mode, turn the Jog dial to forward/rewind the video.
In the Menu mode, turn the Jog dial to change settings and values
in subentries.

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USB Slot: Insert a USB to archive an image or video file.

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HDD LEDs: LEDs for HDD active power (GREEN) and data reading /writing (YELLOW).

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Remote Control: IR remote control receiver.

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System LEDs: LEDs for system active LAN, ALARM and POWER display.

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1.4 BACK PANEL CONNECTORS

POWER

Back panel of 810H

Back panel of 410H

Back panel of 810M

Back panel of 410M

Main Power plug: Connect the DC 12~ 24V power source to adapter for AC 100~ 240V.

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AUDIO

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Audio IN: Audio input for recording, and it can be set to “YES”or “NO”in the RECORD SETUP

MENU.

Audio OUT: Connect to an audio input of a monitor or other device.

MONITOR

MAIN MONITOR: This connector is used for the main monitor display, a number ofdifferent

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display modes may be selected for viewing.

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CALL MONITOR: This connector is used for the call monitor. This monitor can only display a full

screen or a quad screen.

VIDEO IN

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For EDR810 Series:

VIDEO IN(1~8): The BNC connectors of video input enables the system to receive the

signals from each camera through the 75 ohm coaxial cables.

Alarm Input/Output

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Alarm Input

ALM-INPUT: Normal open or normal close type alarm signal inputs.

The Alarm Input can be selected as Normal Open (N.O.), Normal

Close (N.C.), N.C. TRANS ., or N.O, TRANS input in the ALARM SETUP MENU.

When an alarm occurs, alarm recording will automatically start.

ALM-OUTPUT: A build-in relay offers 3 nodes which are ALM-COM(common), ALM-NO

(normal open) and ALM-NC (normal close) for external use.

Note: Please check APPENDIX Cto see other available alarm input/output functions.

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LAN

LAN Connector: The RJ-45 LAN connector.

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RS232

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RS232 connector: Connect D-Sub 9 pins connector to RS232 ports for remote control.

RS485

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RS485 connector: RJ 45 Connector to Cascade multi Digital Video Recorder.

Remote

Remote Control: Remote control port provides you an extension wire with an IR r eceiver instead of

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the IR receiver on the front panel.

Note: The IR receiver extension line (10m) must be purchased separately.

Wireless LAN

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Antenna: Integrated IEEE 802.11b/g wireless LAN capabilities. The antenna port is for wireless

(Reserved)

network antenna use (For EDR810M option).

FAN: Cooling FAN.

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1.5 MONITOR DISPLAY

The status information of the cameras or machine will show up, and be located at different places on the
screen.

1. Channel tag

2. Event sign

3. Select sign

2. Event sign

4. Play status bar

5. Record status bar

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Channel tag: A channel tag indicates the channel name of the screen.

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Event sign: Event signals which are small icons with a capital letter and red background show the

events on each screen. There are 4 different signals which are

: Alarm event. The alarm place where the camer a locates. In order to show the

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camera video to a corresponding alarm, setti ng a FOCUS CAMERA in ALARM

SETUP MENUis necessary.

: Motion event. Motion event only shows up when the camera’s MOTION is enabled

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in MOTION SETUP MENU, and the camera detects a motion.

: Video loss event. Video loss event only shows when the camera’s VLOSS is

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enabled in VLOSS SETUP MENU, and the camera signal is lost.

: Sequence sign. Sequence sign shows up when the display is in the sequence mode.

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The sequence display is located on display with a “＊” sign in 4, 7, Full screen and PIP
(picture in picture) display mode. The sign will replace “＊” sign in the

display when sequence occurs.

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Select sign: You can assign a camera to a display by pressing SELECT key in life mode. Dial Jog to

move the select sign to the display you would like to change camera, and then press FULL+

channel key to relocate the camera.

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Play status bar: The play status bar appears in play back mode if you enable a status bar on the screen

(Check page 12, item 15th, DISPLAY). Three parts which are play date, play time and

play status are shown in the play status bar.

Play Date Play Status Play Time

1. Play date: The play date in which the video is recorded.

2. Play status: It shows PAUSE, play speed and reverse play speed.

“PAUSE”, when the video play is paused.

“>” means normal play speed;

“<“ means normal reverse play speed;

“>> x N” means N time fast play speed;

“<< x N” means N time fast reverse play speed.

3. Play time: The play time at which the video is recorded. The time format depends on

the time format setting in the TIME/DATE SETUP MENU.

5 Record status bar: The record status bar appears when you enable a status bar on the screen (Check

page 12, item 15th, DISPLAY). Three parts which are current date, record status (% of space used for
recording) and current time.

Current Date Record Status Event Current Time

HDD/FAN Status

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1. Current date: The current date which is set in the TIME/DATE SETUP MENU.

2. Record status: It shows REC and recording hard disk number.

“REC”, it shows when machine is recording.

“R01”, the recording hard disk number. There is only one hard disk available in

this model, so it always shows R01 when recording.

3. Event: The last happened event.

4. Current time: The current time which is set in the TIME/DATE SETUP MENU.

5. HDD/Fan status: “No Disk”, it shows when no disk is installed or detected.
“No Fan”, it shows when cooling fan stops working.

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2. INSTALLATION

The installations described below should be done by qualified service personnel or system installers.

2.1 PACKING LIST

Please check accessories in the packing before the installation.

2.2 SYSTEM FLOORPLAN

Please refer to the following diagram for the system connections.

Note: Monitor and Camera must be purchased separately.

Antenna (Mobile Model only)

RS 232

Camera

(VIDEO & AUDIO)

Note: 810H/810M without relay

410H/410M with relay

Monitor

(and Speaker)

Call
Monitor

IR Remote Controller

(Extension Line Connector)

Alarm

(In & Out)

Internet

Keyboard

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PTZ Speed

Dome

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2.3 BASIC CONNECTIONS

Power

Connect the power source or adapter into the power socket.

Cameras

Connect each camera video input connector to the video output from a camera or other composite video source.
At least one camera must be connected before the system is runni ng for the auto detection of video standard to
take effect.

Audio In/Out

The camera audio In/Output is connected to the audio input terminal at the rear panel.

Speaker

Connect the speaker or other audio devices.

10/100M Ethernet

Digital Video Recorder is enabled control from the PC via Ethern et. Connect the LAN connector to a standard
RJ45 connector Ethernet cable or wireless network (IEEE 802.11b/g).

RS232/RS485

Digital Video Recorder is enabled control from the PC or EverFocus keyboard via RS232/RS485.

Main/Call Monitor

Connect the Main/Call monitor output connector to a Main/Call monitor. The Main/Call monitor displays
selected live or recorded cameras in any available format.

2.4 BOOT UP EDR810/410

(1) Insert a HDD (IDE) for Video Storage

Insert a HDD(IDE) for Video Storage. The HDD should be s et as MASTER. After hard disk case is
inserted into the hard disk tray, be sure to turn the tr ay key in lock position. Otherwise, HDD will not
be detected.

Note: A HDD has to be installed before EDR810/410 is booted, or the EDR810/410 will not detect a

HDD until you reboot it with a HDD. Please make sure the HDD indicator light is ON.

(2) Connect cable for video/audio input and video/audio out.

(3) Turn on system

The system will be turned on after connecting to power.

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2.5 QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR EDR810M & EDR410M ONLY

The EDR810M & EDR410M are the full-featured digital video recorders designed specifically

for use in mobile applications. Please refer to the following Quick Installation Guide for installing
EDR810M or EDR410M into mobile applications such as buses, cars and police cruisers.

The DVR can be mounted horizontally (suspend or support mounted).

Support

EDR410M

Interface

Show all the possible ways to mount the DVR.
Use the two Z-brackets supplied to mount it in any ways shown.

EDSR400M

Interface

EDR410M

Suspend

Support

EDSR400M

Suspend

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Quick Install Guide :

1. Unpack Everything

Make sure you have everything you need before you begin the installation.

2. Equipment Required

The following tools may help you to complete the installation:

•Drill

•Screwdrivers

•Wire cutters

3.Choosing the Location

Choose a location for installation that:

•Provides convenient access for installing or removing the hard drive

•Allows air to flow around the fan vents. Inadequate or improper air flow can impede proper operation of the unit

Avoid any location for installation:

•That is subject to high vibration

•That is subject to high sunlight levels

•That is subject to drenched of the rain

•Where passengers can interfere with unit

•Next to a heater duct

The following table lists the recommended location options.

Location Convenient operation Easy to install Low vibration Good air flow

Bottom of glove box- horizontal mount

Bottom of passenger seat next to the driver

Underneath bulkhead-horizontal mount

Front of bulkhead -horizontal mount

Beside deriver seat -horizontal mount

Caution: Do not install the DVR on the floor or on the transmission access hatch. These locations have the highest levels of vib ration and may

be subject to water damage.

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NO
Yes

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Yes

Yes

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Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

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Possible Installation Locations Inside the Automobile Vehicle:

Glove box (inside or underneath)

Drive seat ( between seat and wall) or Passenger seat (underneath)

( Users are suggested to use “support” for mounting option)

Truck

Show the wiring on the wiring harness that connects to the electrical system.

(24 V)

(5 V)

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