EverFocus EDSR400M User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Mobile Digital 4-Channel Video Recorder

EDSR400M

V1.0

About this manual

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

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.

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Note:

This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product 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 specifications are
therefore subject to change without notice.

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 stron g or abrasive detergents when cleaning the applia nce

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 0

type DVR for 0

o

C ~ +50oC.

o

C ~ +40oC / outdoor

The input power source for this appliance is DC12~24V

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 others 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

DC12~24V Power Cords

DC12~24V power cords

Important Safeguards

Important Safeguards

Read Instruction---All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the init 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, in a wet basement may result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

Servicing—Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous

voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel or with the technician of the vehicle-related
Before installation.

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.

Important Safeguards

Important Safeguards and Warnings before Installation

For Mobile Digital Single Channel Video Recorder (single HDD)
While the DVR is connected to the 12VDC battery of the vehicle, the limited electric current is 3.0 amps with a normal
electric current between 1.5~1.0 amps.

While the DVR is connected to the 24VDC battery of the vehicle, the limited electric current is 1.5 amps with a normal
electric current between 0.7~1.0 amps.

For Mobile Digital Four Channel Video Recorder (single HDD)
While the DVR is connected to the 12VDC battery of the vehicle, the limited electric current is 3.5 amps with a normal
electric current between 1.5~2.0 amps.

While the DVR is connected to the 24VDC battery of the vehicle, the limited electric current is 1.6 amps with a normal
electric current between 0.7~1.0 amps.

During installation, it is important to note that the power supply for the DVR should be directly connected to the
vehicle battery. Utilize a 5 - 10 amp fuse and only qualified power material designed specifically for the vehicle for best
results.

Never connect the unit directly to the power source as a high voltage surge may damage both the DVR and the vehicle.
The EP2026A is equipped with electronic surge protection (up to 470V) to help protect the unit from damage.

It is advised to operate the DVR while the car is running to minimize the power drain on the vehicle battery. Inspect the
vehicle battery prior to installation to ensure maximum performance of your DVR.

Please use 160G Maxtor Hard Disk Drives with 3.5" Hard Disk DVRs
Please use 40G or 60G HITACHI Hard Disk Drives with 2.5" Hard Disk DVRs
To minimize the risk of an electrical fire, it is very important to monitor the power range and electrode,

while the LCD monitors and cameras are both connected to the DVR.

Quick Install Guide

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

Support

EDSR400M

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

EDSR400M

Suspend

EDSR400M

Support

Suspend

Quick Install Guide

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:

•Provide 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

As following table lists 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 vibration and may
be subject to water damage.

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Quick Install Guide

Possible Installation Locations Inside the Automobile Vehicle: TOYOTA CAMRY

Glove box (inside or underneath)

Truck
( Suggest user “ suspend” for mounting option)

Passenger seat (underneath)

Drive seat ( between seat and wall)

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

Car body

DVR

-

+

Fuse(5A or 10A)

Vehicle battery

(+12V or +24V)

Key start

-

+

On/Off switch

Vehicle body

+

-

Generator

Spilt filter

Quick Install Guide

Possible Installation Locations Inside the Automobile Vehicle:

Glove box (inside or underneath)

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

( Suggest user use “support” for mounting option)

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

Truck

+

Vehicle battery

(+24V)

+

-

Generator

-

Car body

Key start

Spilt filter

Fuse(5A)

DVR

-

+

On/Off switch

Vehicle body

Quick Install Guide

Installing the Camera(s) and Monitor

The DVR is typically connected to one camera installed inside the car. Other camera(s) can also be installed in different
location(for example, use the waterproof camera to the outside of vehicle ). For installation procedure, refer to the guide
that came with the camera(s) you purchased.

The Monitor power supply connect from the Automotive adapter(cigarette plug)
Monitor and cameras must be purchased separately.

LCD Monitor

LCD Monitor

Connect the Camera(s)

Connect the power connector from the camera(s) harness into the CAMERA POWER OUT jack on the back panel
of the DVR.
Connect the primary camera(s) video connector to the CAMERA INPUT and the audio connector to the AUDIO
INPUT In the back panel.
Adjust the camera(s). After the camera is installed, connect a monitor directly to the camera and observe the image.
Make any adjustment necessary.

Quick Install Guide

Installing the Hard Drive

As following are the figure for the 3.5” and 2.5” HDD.

Figure shows 3.5“ HDD

Figure shows 2.5“ HDD

Table of Contents

1. Product Overview……….…...……………………………………………………………………… 1

Feature………...…………….….…………………………………….…………..……………….……1

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1.2 Specifications…………….…...………….………………….……………..……….…….…………………………………..2

2. Front & Rear Panels………...…….………………………………………..………………………..3

3. Back Panel Connections…….………...……………………………………..……………………..5

4. System Connection…....………………………...…………………………..…………….………...8

4.1 Before Installation……..……… …… ……………… ………… ………..…… ……………… …… …..………… 8

4.2 Basic Connection

……………………………………………………………………………………………………..………………

5. Installation………...………………………………………………..……………….….…………....10

6. Menu………...……………….……………………………………..…………………………………11

6.1

Clock/Language Setup Menu…………………………………………….………………………...…...……13

6.2 Title Setting Menu……………………………………………………………………………………………..14

6.3 Daylight Setting Menu…………………………….……………………………………………………………15

6.4 Timer Setting Menu………………………………………………………………………………….…………17

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6.5 Normal Setting Menu…………………………………………………………………………………….……18

6.6 Alarm Record Setting Menu………………………………… …… ……………… ………… ……………... … 19

6.7 Buzzer Setting Menu ………… ………..…… …… ……………… ……….… …………… …… ……………… .2 4

6.8 Archive Setting Menu ……………… ………… ……………… …… ………… ………………. .… ………… …. 25

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Network Setting Menu…………………..….………………… ……………… …… ……………… …………. . 26

6.10 Sequence Setting Menu……………………………………………………………………………………….27

6.11 RS232/485 Setting Menu……………..………...…………………………………………………………….28

6.12 Motion Record Setting Menu…………………….……………………………………………………………29

6.13 System Setting Menu………… …… ……………… ………… …… ……………… ….……… …………… …. 3 1

7. Recording…...………………………………………………..………………………………………..33

7.1 Instant Recording………….…..……………………………………...…………….……………………………………... ..33

7.2 Alarm Recording………………..……………………………………………………………….………………………….. ..34

8. Playback…...……………………….……………………….…………………………………..……..36

8.1 Normal Playback……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….36

8.2 Search Playback……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….38

9. Copy………...……………………….……………………………………………… ……….………….41

9.1 Still Image Copy………………………………...………………………………………………………………………………41

9.2 Copy to Movie File……...…………………………………………………...…………………………………………………42

Table of Contents

10. Interface Specifications……..………...………………………………………………………44

10.1 Transmission setting……..……………………………..………………………….…………………………………..44

10.2 Remote Control Protocol…………………………………..………………………………………………………..…45

11. Remote Controller………….…….……………………………………………………….……49

12. Appendix-A/Time Lapse Mode Recording Time…….……..…………………………..…50

12.1 Recording with and 80 GB HDD…..…………...………………….…………………………………………………..50

12.2 Recording with and 160 GB HDD…………..………………………………………………………………………….51

13.View from Internet/Intranet……………………………………………………………………..52

Product Overview and Features

1. Product Overview

The EDSR400M is the first full-featured digital video recorder designed specifically for use
in mobile applications. It features a superior image quality, easy to use VCR-styles controls and
a rugged construction that will withstand high levels of vibration and humidity.
The EDSR400M is ideal for use in bused, cars, police cruisers, or any application requiring a
rugged digital recorder. Video and audio can be recorded at speeds up to 60/50 fields per second
(NTSC/PAL), and can be replayed instantly when the touch of a button. Highly efficient
compression technology and superior resolution of recorded images make the EDSR400M stand
out from the competition as the best choice in mobile surveillance.

1.1 Features

 Easy-to-use control panel with common VCR
 Shuttle/Jog dial for picture-by-picture or fast/slow viewing
 No tapes to manage, clean or replace
 Instant retrieval of stored video
 On-screen setup menu and system timer
 Ethernet TCP/IP connectivity for remote viewing and controlling
 Pre-Alarm and Post-Alarm process
 Built-in M-JPEG compression/decompression with configurable quality
 Programmed with various time-lapse speeds
 2.5” or 3.5” IDE Type Hard Disks for storage with Hot-Swap tray
 RS232 and RS485 for Remote Control.
 Real-Time Live Display for all Cameras
 Variable recording speeds up to 60/50 IPS for NTSC/PAL
 Alarm-activated recording
 Data can be stored in CompactFlash
 Audio recording capabilities

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1.2 Specifications

Specifications

4 camera inputs (BNC),1Vp-p/75ohmVideo Input

Video Output

Video Compression

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

M-JPEG

720x484 (NTSC); 720x576 (PAL) Recording Resolution
Yes, Built-in Compact Flash card slot CompactFlash Memory
4 alarm inputs Alarm Input
1 alarm output Alarm Output
Full, PIP, Quad and 2x2 zoom for Live and PlaybackVideo Display
Yes Video Loss Detection
RJ45 connectors for network communications Ethernet
Yes Event Log

2.5” or 3.5” IDE type, Hot- swappable Hard Disk Storage
Continuous, Time-lapse recording, Schedule or Event Recording Recording Mode
Up to 60/50 fields per second for NTSC/PAL Recording Rate

Power Consumption

Power Source

Up to 60/50 fields per second for NTSC/PAL Playback Rate
By Date/Time or Event/Segment Playback Search
On screen display setup Setup
Menu Driven User Interface
Front Panel Keypad User Input Device
Built-in real time clock Timer
Yes Watch Dog Timer
9-pin female connector RS-232
RJ45 Connector RS485

320.8mm (L) x 215mm (W) x 109.9mm (H) Dimension
0℃~+50℃Operating Temperature

60W

DC12~24V

8G,11ms(20 per five seconds maximum) Operating Shock

5~20 Hz, 0.037 inches(double amplitude), 5~500Hz 0.75G(0 to peak) Operating Vibration

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2. Front Panel Keypads

Front Panel Keypads

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20

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EDSR400M

12

11

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13

2

1

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15

7

8

16

21

KEY

1

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CH1 ~CH4:.

4

Press channel key (1~4) to display video image in the full screen format
, the picture of the corresponding will

fill the whole screen of the monitor display.

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22

5

MODE:

6

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

Switch PIP/Quad.

monitor.

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

7

8

MENU: Press this key to enter Setup menu.

REC : Press this key to start recording.

9

10

REV. PLAY : Reverse Play Back.

11

STOP : Press this key to stop recording and play back.

12

PLAY: Play Back.

13

PAUSE: Press this key to pause the playback picture.

14

SEARCH: Press this key to enter the Search Menu.

15

COPY: Under PAUSE or PLAYBACK, Press this key to start copy still picture or video stream into
Compact Flash card.

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16

Display: Press this key to switch ON/OFF.

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18

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CH1 CH2

2003/04/22
10:41:00

Disk:120 GB(0)

CH3 CH4

Display OFF

Display Date/Time and titles

HDD KEY: Protect HDD without steal and Turn on HDD power

Hard Disk Tray: Hard Disk holder for HDD.

Shuttle and Jog Dial

Shuttle : In Playback mode, turn the shuttle dial can fast

forward/rewind the picture.
In Pause mode, turn the shuttle dial can slow forward/rewind
the picture.

Jog Dial :

In Pause mode, turn the jog dial can forward/rewind the
Picture.
In Menu mode turn the jog dial to change setting Menu page.

CH1 CH2

2003/04/22
10:42:00

LIVE: 60IPS
DISK:80G

CH3 CH4

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21

Compact Flash Card Slot: Insert a Compact Flash Card.

LEDs: LEDs for system active power ,LAN and ALARM access

Remote Control: IR Remote receiver

4

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Back Panel Connections

MONITOR

MAIN MONITOR : This connector is used for the Main monitor display, A number of different

3

display modes may be selected for viewing.

4

CALL MONITOR : This connector is used for the Call(secondary) monitor. This monitor can only

display full screen.

( Internal circuit )

SW3

MAIN
MONITOR

INTERNAL

VIDEO

A

MONITOR OUT

When the machine is in Menu, Search or Copy mode, the internal Video is switched to Monitor Out, so that the user
can view full screen OSD. In other modes, the Video from multiplexer main monitor will be loop-through to the Monitor
Out.

VIDEO IN /Output

VIDEO IN (1~4): The BNC connectors of video input enables the system to receive the signals from

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each camera through the 75 ohm coaxial cables.

VIDEO OUT(1~4) : Connect the other devices with four cameras to the other devices.

Alarm Input/ Output

6

Alarm Input

ALM-INPUT : Normal Open or Normal Close type alarm sensor input.

The Alarm Input can be selected as Normal Open or Normal Close input in the setup

menu. When an alarm occurs, alarm recording will automatically start.

ALM-OUTPUT : Normal Close Alarm output. In normal condition, this terminal is

shorted to the terminal of ALM-COM. In alarm status, it is open
between ALM-NC and ALM-COM terminals.

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Back Panel Connections

3. Back Panel Connections

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5

2

8

6

1

4

3

7

9

POWER

Main Power plug: Connect the DC12~24V power source to the power input terminal.

1

AUDIO

2

Audio IN : Audio input for recording.
Audio OUT : Audio output can be set to “ON” or “OFF” in Setup Menu.

( Internal circuit )

SW2

OFF / Mute

Playback Audio

A

Audio IN

Operation of SW1 :

When in recording or standby mode,
the out of SW1 is connected to Audio IN.

When in playback mode the out of SW1 is
connected to SW2 Audio.

When Audio Out is enabled and machine is in Recording or Standby mode, the Audio IN is loop-through to Audio Out
connector.

When Audio Out is enabled and machine is in Playback mode then the Audio Out playback audio.

SW1

Audio OUT

Operation of SW2 :

When Playback Audio is enabled then the output
of SW2 will be connected to Playback Audio.
When Playback Audio is disabled then there is no
audio output (MUTE).

5

Back Panel Connections

LAN

LAN Connector : The RJ-45 LAN connector.

7

RS232

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

8

RS485

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

9

10

FAN: Cooling FAN.

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System Connection

4. System Connection

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

4.1 Before Installation

Please refer to the following diagram for the system connections.

Note: Monitor and Camera must be purchased separately.

Camera 1~4

Audio Output

Main Monitor

RS232

Alarm In/Out

RS485

Ethernet

Speaker

CALL Monitor

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