EverFocus EPARA264-32X4R-4 User Manual

Instruction Manual

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EVERFOCUS ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

P ARAGON264x4-32CH Series D VR

Instruction Manual

 2011 EverFocus Electronics Corp

www.everfocus.com

All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by

any means without written permission of the Everfocus Electronics Corporation.

Release Date: June 2011

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Other product and company names mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

Safety Precautions

• To avoid any damage, please consider the following safety warnings:

• Never place the recorder near to heaters, furnaces, other heat sources or under direct solar irradiation.

• Operate the device only in locations providing the tolerable operating temperature range
0°C~40°C/32°F ~ +104°F.

• Make sure that the device‘s ventilation slots are not covered or sheeted.

• For cleaning, make sure the device is plugged off and only use a damp cloth without acid detergent.

• Install the device only in dry and dustproof surroundings. Protect the device against any liquid‘s
penetration.

• Avoid the penetration of any artifacts, e.g. through ventilation slots.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the appliance. To prevent electric shock, 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 operate appliance with other than specified power supplies. The input power source of the power
supply is 100 ~ 240 VAC.

• Avoid any affection of the device through vibrations or mechanical shock at the recorder‘s installation
location.

• Avoid to power off DVR during playback or recording operation.

"Rack Mount Instructions - The following or similar rack-mount instructions are included with the installation
instructions:

A) Elevated Operating Ambient - If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient
temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration should
be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature
(Tma) specified by the manufacturer.

B) Reduced Air Flow - Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow
required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.

C) Mechanical Loading - Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition
is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.

D) Circuit Overloading - Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply
circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring.
Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.

E) Reliable Earthing - Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular
attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use
of power strips)."

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ATTENTION! This is a class A product which may cause radio interference in a domestic environment; in
this case, the user ma

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
determined 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’ authority to operate this equipment.

be urged to take adequate measures.

WEEE

This Product is RoHS compliant.

The information in this manual was current upon publication. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise and improve his products.
Therefore, all specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Misprints reserved.
Please read this manual carefull

before installing and using this unit. Be sure to keep it handy for later reference.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW..................................................................................................... 1

1.1 FEATURES....................................................................................................................... 1

1.2 PACKAGE CONTENTS................................................................................................... 2

1.3 SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................... 4

1.4 FRONT

1.5 REAR

1.6 MONITOR INSTALLATION......................................................................................... 10

1.7 AUDIO INSTALLATION .............................................................................................. 11

1.8 ALARM CONTACTS INSTALLATION....................................................................... 11

1.8.1 Alarm Input Contacts............................................................................................................................11

1.8.2 Alarm Output Relay...............................................................................................................................11

1.9 RS-485 KEYBOARD / PTZ INSTALLATION......................................................................... 12

1.9.1 General RS-485 bus installation ...........................................................................................................12

1.9.2 RS-485 socket pin assignment...............................................................................................................13

1.9.3 EKB-500 connection with network patch cable.....................................................................................14

1.9.4 EKB-500 connection to several DVRs...................................................................................................14

1.9.5 Speed Dome Installation .......................................................................................................................14

1.10 USB-MOUSE INSTALLATION.......................................................................................... 14

1.11 NETWORK CONNECTION........................................................................................ 14

1.11.1 Direct PC Connection through Crossover Network Cable ...................................................................15

1.11.2 Network Connection through Patch Cable............................................................................................15

1.12 FINAL INSTALL PROCESS....................................................................................... 16

PANEL ................................................................................................................ 5

PANEL................................................................................................................... 8

2 MOUSE AND FRONT PANEL OPERATION ............................................................... 17

2.1 GENERAL USB MOUSE OPERATION....................................................................... 17

2.1.1 How to select a channel / Enable audio................................................................................................17

2.1.2 OSD Root Menu.....................................................................................................................................17

2.1.3 Operation in the Configuration Menus.................................................................................................18

2.1.4 Field Input Options ...............................................................................................................................18

2.2 GENERAL FRONT PANEL OPERATION ............................................................................... 20

2.2.1 How to select a channel / Enable audio................................................................................................20

2.2.2 OSD Root Menu.....................................................................................................................................20

2.2.3 Front Panel Key Review........................................................................................................................20

2.2.4 Operation in Configuration Menu.........................................................................................................20

2.2.5 Field Input Options ...............................................................................................................................21

3. GENERAL DVR OPERATIONS...................................................................................... 23

3.1 R

ECORD............................................................................................................................ 23

3.2 LOGIN............................................................................................................................... 23

3.3 SELECT CAMERA OPERATION................................................................................. 24

3.4 CHANGE AUDIO OUTPUT OPERATION................................................................... 24

3.5 PLAYBACK.................................................................................................................... 24

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3.6 PTZ.................................................................................................................................. 26

3.6.1 General PTZ control (if PTZ cameras are installed)......................................................................................26

3.6.2 Express Control of PTZ.............................................................................................................................27

3.7 LAYOUT............................................................................................................................ 29

3.7.1 Bring a camera to full screen mode.......................................................................................................29

3.8 CHANNEL

SWITCHING............................................................................................... 29

3.9 DISPLAY ........................................................................................................................ 30

3.10 SEQUENCE.................................................................................................................. 30

3.11 ZOOM........................................................................................................................... 30

3.12 SEARCH....................................................................................................................... 32

3.12.1 Time Search...........................................................................................................................................32

3.12.2 Event Search..........................................................................................................................................33

3.12.3 Smart Search.........................................................................................................................................34

3.12.4 Snapshot Search....................................................................................................................................36

3.13 COPY............................................................................................................................ 37

3.14 LOGOUT...................................................................................................................... 38

4 DVR CONFIGURATION.................................................................................................. 39

4.1 CONFIGURATION MENU............................................................................................ 39

4.2 EXPRESS........................................................................................................................ 39

4.3 CAMERA SETTING ...................................................................................................... 42

4.3.1 Basic Setting..........................................................................................................................................42

4.3.2 Video Adjust ..........................................................................................................................................45

4.3.3 Motion ...................................................................................................................................................46

4.3.4 Video Loss.............................................................................................................................................49

4.4 RECORD & PLAY SETTING........................................................................................ 50

4.4.1 Record...................................................................................................................................................51

4.4.2 Built-in Calculator ................................................................................................................................52

4.4.3 Play .......................................................................................................................................................53

4.5 ALARM & EVENT SETTING....................................................................................... 54

4.5.1 Alarm .....................................................................................................................................................54

4.5.2 Event......................................................................................................................................................56

4.6 SCHEDULE

4.6.1 Express Setup .......................................................................................................................................64

4.6.2 Holidays ................................................................................................................................................65

4.6.3 Schedule ................................................................................................................................................66

4.6.4 Alarm Action .........................................................................................................................................72

SETTING................................................................................................... 64

4.7 NETWORK SETTING.................................................................................................... 76

4.7.1 LAN .......................................................................................................................................................76

4.7.2 EMAIL...................................................................................................................................................78

4.7.3 DDNS ....................................................................................................................................................79

4.7.4 Alarm Server .........................................................................................................................................81

4.7.5 Network Test..........................................................................................................................................82

4.8 DISK

4.8.1 Disk .......................................................................................................................................................83

4.8.2 Lock/Format..........................................................................................................................................84

INFORMATION................................................................................................... 83

4.9 DISPLAY SETTING....................................................................................................... 85

4.9.1 Monitor OSD.........................................................................................................................................85

4.9.2 Main M/T SEQ ......................................................................................................................................86

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4.9.3 Call M/T SEQ........................................................................................................................................87

4.9.4 Matrix Seq.............................................................................................................................................88

4.10 SYSTEM SETTING..................................................................................................... 89

4.10.1 Date/Time..............................................................................................................................................89

4.10.2 Daylight Saving.....................................................................................................................................90

4.10.3 User.......................................................................................................................................................91

4.10.4 I/O Control............................................................................................................................................94

4.10.5 Misc.......................................................................................................................................................95

4.10.6 Quick Archive........................................................................................................................................96

4.11 INFORMATION........................................................................................................... 97

4.11.1 System....................................................................................................................................................97

4.11.2 Log.........................................................................................................................................................98

5 NETWORKING OVERVIEW........................................................................................ 100

5.1 INTRODUCTION TO TCP/IP............................................................................................. 100

5.2 SUBNET MASKS.............................................................................................................. 100

5.3 GATEWAY ADDRESS....................................................................................................... 100

5.4 VIRTUAL PORTS.............................................................................................................. 101

5.5 PRE-INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................ 101

5.6 WHAT IS YOUR NETWORK SETUP?.................................................................................. 102

5.7 SIMPLE ONE TO ONE CONNECTION................................................................................. 103

5.8 DIRECT HIGH SPEED MODEM CONNECTION ................................................................... 108

5.9 ROUTER OR LAN CONNECTION...................................................................................... 110

6 REMOTE OPERATION FROM BROWSER............................................................... 113

6.1 CONNECTING TO PARAGON 264X4....................................................................... 113

6.2 BROWSER SECURITY SETTING .................................................................................. 114

6.2.1 Installing ActiveX controls..................................................................................................................114

6.2.2 Enabling ActiveX Controls..................................................................................................................117

6.3 REMOTE LIVE VIEW................................................................................................. 120

6.4 REMOTE PLAYBACK................................................................................................ 122

7 EVERFOCUS DDNS SETUP.......................................................................................... 123

8 LINKSYS & D-LINK PORT FORWARDING ............................................................. 125

8.1 TYPICAL LINKSYS PORT FORWARDING............................................................. 125

8.2 TYPICAL D-LINK PORT FORWARDING ................................................................ 127

9 TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................... 130

APPENDIX A: TIMING OF ALARM MODES.................................................................... 131

APPENDIX B: CHANGING RULE FOR EXPRESS SETUP............................................. 134

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Chapter

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1 PRODUCT O VERVIEW

The introduction of the PARAGON264X4 32CH DVR adds the advantages of H.264 compression to the
power and flexibility of the already popular PARAGON DVR. State of the art H.264 compression
techniques enhance recorded video storage capacity and conserve network transmission bandwidth while
maintaining high image quality. This powerful DVR is capable of real time recording at Half D1 resolution on
all 32 channels. “Plus, the ability to independently configure image resolution and frame rate for individual
cameras allows some cameras to be recorded at 4CIFwhile others are set at CIF or 2CIF to optimize the
recording parameters for each application.” Viewing live or recorded video, the full HD 1080p display
proves superior clarity on a massive scale, allocating two megapixels of resolution to the main monitor
display. HDMI digital output renders stunning images from any source, and enhances motion reproduction
to deliver smoother and crisper looking video.

The new enhanced color Graphical User Interface (GUI) makes configuration over the network, from the
front panel or with the included mouse fast and easy. An Express Setup option allows rapid configuration of
time & date, global recording settings and network configuration from a single screen. Choose from
continuous, event or schedule recording, or pick the number of days you want to record and the Express
Setup does the rest. View live, play back recorded video and configure the DVR remotely over a LAN or
WAN with the included web browser interface; check your home or business on the go from a cell phone or
PDA – the PARAGON264 supports multiple remote access methods.

On playback, in addition to traditional date/time and event searches PARAGON DVR also provides
powerful Smart and Snapshot Search functions. Review recorded video and let the DVR identify motion in
area(s) of interest during playback, or choose a starting date/time, an interval and direction and view a
series of snapshots extracted from recorded video to quickly isolate and play back relevant video for
efficient review of significant activities.

1.1 FEA TU RES

- 2CIF real time recording rate for all cameras

- HDMI video output (1080p) plus VGA 1280x1024

-Simultaneous main streaming (400 PAL/480 NTSC (4CIF)) for remote viewing

-H.264 Compression format for efficient disk utilization and network bandwidth conservation

-Normal and event recording frame rate can be set independently for each camera

-Recording resolution can be changed at different times of the day via schedule

-Supports eSATA

-Gigabit Ethernet interface for remote network viewing and control

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-Audio recording capabilities on 16 channels

-Supports up to 4 fixed internal HDD or 2 removable HDD

-Pentaplex Operation (Simultaneous live, recording, playback, archiving and remote viewing)

-Free EverFocus DDNS Service - static IP address is not required for reliable remote access

-User friendly GUI with graphical icons and visual indicators

-Supports mobile monitoring of live video on PDA and Smart Phone browsers, other browsers, and via

Mobile Focus app

-Multiple Control Inputs: mouse/front panel/IR remote controller (included)/EKB500 keyboard/web interface

-Built-in record time calculator for fast recording estimation

-Express Setup: A unique menu option for quick & easy installation

-Express Archive: Archive video instantly (to USB) while playing back

-Express Playback: Simply point, click and drag the playback bar to view desired recordings

-Express Search: Use the intuitive playback bar with simple drag & drop operations

-Smart Search: Directly catch the movement in the specified area

-Snapshot search: Show snapshots from recorded video at a specified interval to quickly locate significant

events

-Remote configuration support from the built-in web interface

-On-screen PTZ control via mouse, front panel or web interface

-Built-in DVD burner

-2 USB 2.0 ports (located on front panel) for video archive and mouse usage

-Support 4 matrix video outputs

-Multi-language support

-Watermark capabilities to identify intentional modifications to exported data

-USB Mouse, rack mount ears and IR remote control included

1.2 PA CKA GE CONTENTS

 HDD fixing bracket x 4 (Internal HDD model)
 HDD tray x 2 (Removable HDD model)
 DVR fixing bracket x 2
 Remote controller x 1
 Battery x 2
 Shockproof rubber x 16(Internal HDD model)
 Screws x 16(Internal HDD model)
 Expanding screws x 16(Internal HDD model)
 SATA cable(Internal HDD model x4, Removable HDD model x 2)

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 Power cord x 1
 Mouse x 1
 DVR x 1
 User manual x 1

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1.3 SPECIFICA TIO NS

PARAGON264X4 32CH
Number of Channels 32
Compression Format H.264

Recording Rate/Resolution
(Max)

480 NTSC /400 PAL (4CIF) --16CH, 4CIF 15 NTSC/12.5 PAL

Playback Rate/Resolution

Live view on PDA or smart phone browsers, plus various web

Mobile View Support

Pentaplex Operation
Video Inputs 32 BNC (NTSC/PAL automatic selection)

Main Monitor Outputs HDMI/VGA (1080p)
Call Monitor Output BNC (NTSC/PAL; follows input type)
Video Matrix Monitor Output BNC x 4
Audio Inputs 16 inputs: 16 on RCA socket (supplied); Line level

Simultaneous Live, Recording, Playback, Archive and Remote

480 NTSC /400 PAL (4CIF)
960 NTSC /800 PAL (2CIF)

960 NTSC /800 PAL (CIF)

per Channel

480 NTSC /400 PAL (2CIF) ---16CH, 2CIF real-time

480 NTSC /400 PAL (CIF)---16CH, CIF real-time

browsers

Mobile Focus apps for iPhone, Android and others

Viewing

Audio Outputs 2 x RCA socket; Line level
Recording Modes Manual, Schedule and Event; or, choose Number of Days

Playback Search

Date/Time, Event, Motion in Recorded Video, snapshot by

Interval
Alarm Inputs 16 inputs
Alarm Out 4 form “C” (SPDT) relays; 30VDC@1A rating
Video Pause Yes
Video Loss Detection Yes
Motion Detection Yes
Event Log Yes
Watch Dog Timer Yes
Internal HDD 4 Internal SATA HDD
External HDD 1 eSATA
Built-in DVD Burner Slim Type DVD Burner
Hot-swappable HDD 2 (optional)
User Interface GUI(Graphical User Interface)
OS Embedded Linux
Network/Protocol Gigabit Ethernet; TCP-IP / DHCP/ PPPoE / DDNS
Control PTZ via OSD Yes (via both local and remote interfaces)

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USB 2 USB 2.0 port (on Front Panel)
Schedule Setting Supports Express and Advanced Schedule Setting
User Access 3 Levels of User Access Defined
RS-232 9-pin D-Sub socket (male)

RS-485

RJ45x2 for DVR control input and PTZ control output; data

loops through
Power Source 100~240VAC ,110W max
Dimensions (L x W x H) 430 x 423 x 72 mm / 16.93" x 16.65" x 3.13"
Temperature 0°C~40°C / 32°F~104°F (20~80% humidity)
Certificates CE, FCC, UL
Supported PTZ Protocols EverFocus, Pelco D, Pelco P, Samsung, Transparent

1.4 FRONT PANEL

Your primary interaction with your new DVR will be through the Front Panel buttons and their
corresponding buttons on the included Remote Control. Take a moment to learn where the keys are as the
remainder of the manual will refer to them often.

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1) Multiview Keys:

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4x 9x 16x 32x 6/8/13x 10x
The LED will show the selected screen layout.

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NOTE: The Multiview keys are only active in Main monitor - operation.

2) HDD: Removable SATA HDD.

NOTE: To open the HDD cover at front panel, please slightly push the cover, and it will open
automatically.

3) CH Switching key: Switch from CH1~16 to CH17~32 or vice versa.

4) STOP: STOP key for Playback and Record

5) BACK: Reverse Playback key

6) PAUSE: Image freeze in playback mode

7) PLAY: Playback key

8) ENTER: Enter Key for menu operation and alarm acknowledge Turn camera audio ON/OFF when

viewing full screen camera.

9) MENU/ESC: Used to bring up Main Menu or exit from sub-Menus.

10) System LED
POWER: LED indicating power on.
HDD1/2: LED indicating HDD1 / HDD2 active

HDD1: Internal/Removable HDDs in DVR
HDD2: External HDDs connected by eSATA port

LAN: LED for network traffic

11) ALARM: LED for alarm status

12) JOG/SHUTTLE: Shuttle (outer wheel): In playback mode, use the SHUTTLE for fast forward / fast

reverse playback.
JOG (inner wheel): In PAUSE mode, use the jog to move frame by frame. Within
menu functions, use the jog to adjust the values / parameters. Use Jog to highlight

Jog

Shuttle

individual cameras.
Use either Shuttle or Jog to switch between MENU parameters.

13) IR Receiver: Receiver for IR remote control

14) COPY: The COPY key opens the menu for video data export, details in chapter 3.13 COPY.

15) SEARCH: The SEARCH k

ey opens the SEARCH menu, details in chapter 3.12 SEARCH.

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16) MONITOR: The MONITOR key switches operation between MAIN and CALL. The active screen will
be Main monitor when LED is in “M” and Call monitor when LED is in “1”.

17) ZOOM: 2x electronical zoom.

For details please consult chapter 3.11 ZOOM.
NOTE: The Zoom key is only active in Full screen at Main monitor.

18) SEQ: Sequence key for automatic switching of a defined camera sequence

19) DISPLAY: The DISPLAY key switches titles and status messages on the Screen in 4 steps. For

details please consult chapter 3.9 DISPLAY.

20) Channel keys: 1~16 / 17~32 for full screen display of selected channel. The LED will show the

active channel.

21) DVD+RW Burner: DVD+RW drive for video data export.

22) 2 x USB-2.0 port for USB mouse, USB-Flash-Drive

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1.5 REAR PANEL

During initial setup you will be connecting your DVR to multiple input and output devices. This is done
through the rear panel.

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eSATA port: Used for external SATA HDD bay

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Matrix outputs 1~4 (Optional): BNC connectors for Matrix monitor outputs 1~4.

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Ohm termination (high impedance switching upon loop-through output load)

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LAN: RJ45 network socket

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RS232 socket: 9-pin D-Sub control input for RS-232

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RS485 socket: For remote control via RS-485 keyboards and telemetry control

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VGA: Connect to the monitor that has VGA input.

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HDMI: Connect to an HDMI-compatible unit. This HDMI-compatible unit will be treated as another call

monitor. Please use HDMI cables that have the HDMI logo.

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CALL monitor: CALL monitor output. Spot monitor for full screen live display, sequence mode and

alarm camera switching

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Audio inputs: Audio inputs 1~16.

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1.6 MONITOR INSTALLA TION

The Paragon264X4 32CH DVR provides 2 main monitor outputs with identical functionality - VGA and
HDMI.
Both outputs can be used simultaneously and deliver full HD output resolution (1920x1080, progressive, 60
Hz. vert., 68 KHz hor.).
Make sure that the connected monitor's specifications comply with these resolution requirements.

Please do not exceed the max. HDMI cable length of 15 m.
For cable length up to 3 m standard HDMI cables mostly work well, for longer distances (especially in the
15m range) please use only high quality HDMI cable.

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1.7 AUDIO INSTALLA TION

This DVR provides 16 line level audio inputs and 2 line level audio output.
ATTENTION: The direct connection of a non-amplified microphone is not supported (a microphone

amplifier is required). The audio output requires an amplifier to drive a speaker or headphones.
The installation must be connected with audio coax cable and RCA plugs.

AUDIO RECORDING FUNCTIONALITY:
Audio recording is activated / deactivated in the Camera Menu for Camera #1~16 respectively. Please

check and always comply with local laws and regulations when using audio recording.
The audio channel is always recorded together with video and is independent of the image recording rate.

Though the audio record control is done in the Camera #1~16 screen, there is no specific camera
allocation.

1.8 ALARM CONT A CTS INSTALLA TION

The alarm inputs can be used to start recording or for recording rate adjustment. In addition, alarm
reactions such as camera display on the monitor, buzzer, e-mail and network alarm are available. The
alarm output relay can be switched if required. Alarm input response actions can be controlled according to
a flexible schedule.

1.8.1 Alarm Input Contacts

This DVR provides 16 alarm inputs. All inputs are programmable N.O. (Normal Open) or N.C. (Normal
Closed) Inputs have to be switched by dry contacts.

Alarm input with N.O. (Normal Open) contact Alarm input with N.C. (Normal Closed) contact
in idle state in idle state

All settings are programmed in the ALARM menu (Section 0).

1.8.2 Alarm Output Relay

The relay output provides either Normally Open or Normally Closed dry contacts.

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Output relay in idle state

1.9 RS-485 keyboard / PTZ Installation

All functions can be remote-controlled by the EKB-500 universal keyboard. Using the EEPbus protocol,
digital video recorders, keyboards and speed domes can be installed on one single RS-485 bus. One
system can comprise up to 8 keyboards.

1.9.1 General RS-485 bus installation

The EKB-500 keyboard uses a RS-485 simplex wiring; the signal is transferred via a single twisted pair line.
CAT5 network cable is recommended, UTP version (unshielded) is sufficient for normal applications. A
shielded cable should be used if the installed cables are expected to be highly susceptible to interference.
The number of devices installed in one bus is limited to 32, and the maximum cable length is 3,900 feet.
Both of these can be expanded using a signal distributor EverFocus Model EDA997A (see below).

Both the first and the last device in series should be terminated with 120 Ohm resistance in order to
minimize line reflections.

RS-485 bus serial wiring

Cable length from box to device („Stubs“) has to be limited to 2m using connector boxes.

RS-485 bus serial wiring with connector boxes and connection cable

Direct RS-485 bus star wiring is not supported unless using an EverFocus Model EDA997A (see below).

Improper RS-485 bus star wiring

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An EDA997A RS-485 signal distributor may be used to use a star wiring configuration.

Star wiring with RS-485 signal distributor

A RS-485 distributor can also be used to increase the maximum number of devices on the bus as well as
the total range. Each distributor output provides another RS-485 bus. This allows each output to extend an
additional 1200m, and it also enables the additional connection of 31 further devices to each output (the
output itself represents one device).
The maximum system expandability depends on the RS-485 address range of the installed devices.

System expansion with RS-485 signal distributor

ATTENTION: EDA997A signal distributors are unidirec t ional! This means that the signal only flows from
the input towards the outputs. Therefore, e.g. the interconnection of several keyboards is not possible with
these types of signal distributor!

1.9.2 RS-485 socket pin assignment

The RS485 pin assignment is as follows:

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1.9.3 EKB-500 connection with network patch cable

For a simple, short distance installation, recorder and keyboard can be connected directly using a standard
CAT5 network cable with an 8-pin connector at only one end, and at the other end the Pin 3 wire connected
to RS485 “+” (plus) and the pin 6 wire connected to RS-485 “-“ (minus).

1.9.4 EKB-500 connection to several DVRs

For long distance installations connecting several DVRs, please use an EDA997A signal distributor to
connect. For further details on keyboard connection, please refer to the EKB-500 manual.
RS-485 port communication settings are configured in the I/O CONTROL menu (Section 5.10.4 System
Setup: I/O - control).

1.9.5 Speed Dome Installation

Speed dome or telemetry receiver pan/tilt/zoom control is available through web browser or the optional
PowerCon software if the DVR is connected to a network. Local telemetry control is provided by USB ­mouse control or by the optional EKB-500 keyboard.

Supported protocols: EverFocus, Pelco-D, Pelco-P, Samsung, Transparent
Required DVR settings: RS-485 receiver address in CAMERA menu

(Section 4.3)
RS-485 parameters and protocol in the I/O CONTROL menu
(Section 5.10.4)

ATTENTION: Some Pelco- D / -P protocol domes and receivers require an address offset of -1, i.e. the
address assigned to the dome / receiver in the DVR camera menu must be 1 below the address set in the
dome / receiver itself!

1.10 USB-Mouse installation

Connect the USB mouse to one of the 2 USB ports. (This can be done while DVR is powered on) The rear
USB V1.0 port is recommended to reserve the higher speed front USB V2.0 port for video copy/export.

NOTE: Recommended mouse types are Logitech® and Microsoft® wired USB wheel-mouse. Wireless
USB mouse is not supported.

1.11 NETWORK CONNECTION

This section only describes physical connection to an Ethernet network. This step must be completed
before the DVR can connect to the network. There are two basic types of connection:

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1.11.1 Direct PC Connection through Crossover Network Cable

The point-to-point connection of DVR and PC requires a crossover (crossed) network cable. This type of
connection is ONLY used for direct connection to a single PC. Make sure that the PC is equipped with a
10/100Mbps compatible network connection.

Figure 1-3 Direct PC Connection

Pinout of crossover-cable

1.11.2 Network Connection through Patch Cable

The connection to an existing network requires a normal patch cable (straight-through). The illustration
shows the connection to a network switch or router.

Figure 1-4 Network Connection through Patch Cable

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Pinout of straight patch cable

1.12 FINAL INSTALL PROCESS

Once you have completed the basic wiring connections, you are ready to turn on the DVR. Simply plug in
the power source. The POWER LED will light up if power is normal. Once the system has finished loading,
you can begin to set up the menu options for the DVR.

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Chapter

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2 MOUSE AND FRONT PANEL OPERA TION

PARAGON 264X4 32CH DVRs support multiple sources to control the DVR. It can be controlled with a
mouse, the front panel, an EKB500, and the handheld IR remote control.

This chapter will cover the basic operation using the mouse and the front panel buttons.

2.1 GENERAL USB MOUSE OPERA TION

2.1.1 How to select a channel / Enable audio

1. In a view consisting of more than one channel, users can select a channel by clicking once on the
desired channel screen. The selected screen will be highlighted by a white frame.

2. Double clicking on a channel screen will display full screen for this channel.

3. To enable audio out, click the audio icon (ex: ) at lower side of the screen. This system has only
one audio out. Click this button to enable or disable the audio-out mode.

2.1.2 OSD Root Menu

1. Right-click the mouse to obtain the DVR menu bar (see Figure 2-1 OSD Root Menu ). When you move
the mouse over each icon, its title will be displayed at the top of the control bar.

Figure 2-1 OSD Root Menu

2. Click on any icon to perform that action. These actions are covered in detail in Chapter 3.

3. Click the “X” in the top-right corner to close the DVR control bar.

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2.1.3 Operation in the Configuration Menus

Click on the icon to access the Configuration Menu.
The Configuration menu screens (shown in Figure 2-2 OSD Menu) are divided into 3 main sections.

1

2

3

Figure 2-2 OSD Menu

1. In section 1, there are ten setup options available. Move the mouse over an icon and click to select it.

2. In section 2, the choices for the selected icon will be displayed. Click on a choice to select it.

3. In section 3, all the options for the selected choice will be available. Click on a field to make changes.

2.1.4 Field Input Opti

ons

The following are examples of different types of fields available in the Configuration menu.

Textbox: Click on the box and an on-screen keyboard will appear*. (see

note about the on-screen keyboard below)

Dropdown box: Click on the down arrow to see all selections, then

directly click on an option to select it.

Check box: Click on the box to enable it (checked) or disable it (unchecked).

Button: Click the button to execute the function.

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Bar: Click and hold on the bar to adjust the set point Left or Right.

* Note about on-screen keyboard:

Click on a button to input that character.
The buttons on the right and bottom have the following functions:

Space Enter a space
Caps Switch to capital letters

Delete the letter
Confirm the selection
Move to right
Move to left

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2.2 General Front Panel Operation

2.2.1 How to select a channel / Enable audio

1. In a view consisting of more than one channel, turning Jog or Shuttle can scroll through each channel
that is displayed. The selected channel will be highlighted by white frame.

2. While one channel is selected, press the “Enter” button to turn Audio On/ Off.

2.2.2 OSD Root Menu

1. Press “Menu” key to obtain DVR control bar. Use Jog or Shuttl

e to scroll over each icon. The title for

each icon will be displayed on top of the control bar.

2. Press “Enter” key on any icon to perform that action. These actions are covered in detail in Chapter 3

3. Press “Menu” to close the DVR menu bar.

2.2.3 Front Panel Key Review

The basic principle of front panel operation is to use Jog and Shuttle to navigate among the menu items.
Use “Enter” key to confirm a selection or enter the next level menu. Press “Menu” key to enter the Main
Menu or exit from the current level of the menu.

2.2.4 Operation in Configuration Menu

Press “Menu” and press “Ent

er” with “Configuration” icon highlighted to bring up Configuration menu.

NOTE: If the require password option is active, you will need to log in first. Refer to “Section 0 3.2 Login”

for information on logging in. The menu (shown in

Figure 2-3 OSD Menu ) is divided into 3 main sections.

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1

2

3

Figure 2-3 OSD Menu

1. In section 1, there are ten setup options available. Use Jog or Shuttle to highlight an icon and press
“Enter” to select it.

2. In section 2, the main options for the selected icon will be displayed. Use Jog to highlight an option and
press “Enter” to select it.

3. In section 3, all the details for the selected option will be available here. Use Jog to move between items
and press “Enter” to make changes.

Note: press “Menu” button to go back to the previous menu section.

2.2.5 Field Input Options

Textbox: Press Enter key and an on-screen keyboard will appear*. (see

note about on-screen keyboard below)

Dropdown box: Press “Enter” key to show the available options. Use Jog

to highlight the desired option and press “Enter” again to select it.

Check box: Press “Enter” key on a setting to enable it (checked) or disable it (unchecked).

Button: Press “Enter” key to execute the function.

Bar: Press “Enter” key to activate the slider, then use Jog to adjust the setting. Press

“Enter” again to finalize the changes.

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* Note about on-screen keyboard:

Use Jog to move up/down, use Shuttle to move left/right between the characters, press the “Enter” key on
the front panel to input the selected characters. When finished, highlight “

” and press the “Enter” key

on the front panel to confirm. The buttons on the right and bottom have the following functions:

Space Enter a space
Caps Switch to capital letters

Delete the letter
Confirm the selection
Move to right
Move to left

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3. GENERAL D VR OPERA TIONS

This chapter introduces the operations on major functions including playback, layout change, sequence,
triplex operations, copy, and search.

3.1 Record

By default, the DVR will always be in record mode. When the DVR is turned on, it will start to record. The
exceptions are:

1. DVR will not record any uninstalled cameras (Refer to Section 4.3.1 for more details)

2. If a schedule is active, the DVR will follow the record settings of the schedule.

3.2 Login

In order to access PARAGON 264X4 32CH options, users may be asked to log in for authority identification.
To log in, follow these steps.

1. Right click on the screen or press the Menu Key to display the Main Menu

2. Choose or click (or press “Enter” key) on the Configuration icon to bring up the following screen:

Figure 3-1 Login page

3. Select the user name from the drop-down list and input the password. The defaults are:
User name: admin (lower case)
Password: 11111111

+ To input password by mouse: click the password field to bring up the on-screen keyboard (see Figure 3-2
On-screen Keyboard). Click on each button to input the desired characters for the password. When finished,
click “Done” on the on-screen keyboard to confirm the password.

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+ To input password using front panel: press “Enter” key to show the on-screen keyboard (see Figure 3-2
On-screen Keyboard). Use Jog to move up/down, use Shuttle to move left/right between the characters,

press the “Enter” key on the front panel to input the selected characters. When finished, highlight “

”

and press the “Enter” key on the front panel to confirm the password.
+ Click (or press “Enter” key when highlighted) on the “Login” button to log in to the system.

Figure 3-2 On-screen Keyboard

3.3 SELECT CAMERA OPERATION

PARAGON 264X4 32CH is a pentaplex DVR; users can control each camera individually by selecting that
camera. For camera selection:

Mouse: Right-click the screen, the image will show a white frame on screen if the camera has been
selected. When in quad display mode, press the quad layout icon in layout menu to select all four cameras.

Front panel: Use Jog to change selection. Turn Jog one more step to select all camera at last turn (EX:
when camera32 is selected, turn jog one more step can select all)

3.4 CHANGE A UDIO OUTPUT OPERATION

Use Jog to select a camera and press “Enter” key to switch audio output to that camera. An audio icon
will appear on the screen.

3.5 PLA YBACK

The playback bar is the fastest way to show video from the exact time which users want to see. The
playback bar allows a user to see both a time line and the current playback indicator. The user can then
click the time line to move the indicator to the position which they want to see. The operation is as follows:

To playback:

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By mouse: Right-click to bring up the menu bar and click on to enter Playback Menu.

By front panel: Press

key to enter Playback Menu.

The playback bar will show (see figure below):

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1. Stop key: press to stop playback

2. Slow Reverse key: press to start slow reverse playback

3. Pause key: press to pause playback

4. Slow Forward key: press to start slow forward playback

5. Fast Reverse key: press to start fast reverse playback

6. Reverse key: press to start reverse playback

7. Forward key: press to start forward playback

8. Fast Forward key: press to start fast forward playback

9. Time bar: Move the slider on the time bar to the select time to playback (The start time and end time for

time bar appears below the bar). The status of each camera is represented by different colors on the
time bar. Green means normal; orange indicates a Motion; blue indicates Video Loss, red indicates an
alarm event.

10. “+” and “-“ signs are used to adjust the time scale range for the bar. Press “+” or “-“ to select between

scale levels L1 ~ L5. When changing level, the start time and end time of the time bar will change

L1: Entire time bar is 2 days
L2: Entire time bar is 30 hours.
L3: Entire time bar is 1 hour.
L4: Entire time bar is 10 minutes.
L5: Entire time bar is 1 minute.

11. Express copy: Press to start express copy when camera during playback (only one camera)

12. Playback speed indicator

13. Press “X” to close the playback bar.

14. Start time for bar (the left-most point of the time bar)

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15. Current playback time (the time indicated by the slider)

16. End time for time bar (the right-most point of the time bar)

3.6 PTZ

3.6.1 General PTZ control (if PTZ cameras are installed)

Right-click to bring up the menu bar and click on to display PTZ Controls.

The following actions can be performed using the PTZ Menu:

1. Use Direction Arrows (up, down, left, right) to move the camera to the desired direction

and angle.

2. To Zoom, Click “Z+” to zoom closer or “Z-” to zoom farther away.

3. To Focus, click “F+” to focus far or click “F-” to focus near.

4. With Iris, you can increase the amount of light by clicking “I+” or decrease it by clicking “I-“.

5. To program a preset position (if supported by the camera)

a. Move PTZ camera to the specified position
b. Click “Preset” button
c. Click the number of the desired position (This will be displayed in the box)
d. Click “Set” button

6. To jump to a preset position

a. Click “Preset” button
b. Click the number of the desired position
c. Click “Go” button

7. Shortcut for presets #1-9

a. Click digit 1-9 button without clicking any other buttons
b. The camera will seek that preset position

8. Steps to delete a preset position (if supported by the camera)

a. Click “Preset” button
b. Click the number of the desired position
c. Click “Delete” button

9. For Auto Pan

a. Click “Auto Pan” button

10. Pattern Operation (Pattern is the “0” Tour in Everfocus and Pelco PTZ cameras)

a. Click “Pattern” button

11. Steps to run a tour

a. Click “Tour” button
b. Click the number of the desired tour
c. Click “Go” button

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12. Steps to remove a tour (if supported by the camera)

a. Click “Tour” button
b. Click the number of the desired tour
c. Click “Delete” button

Click “C” to clear the digit in the number display
Click “X” at the top-right corner to hide the PTZ menu (see Express control below)
Click “Exit” to leave PTZ function.

REMEMBER:

Click “X” at the top-right corner to hide the PTZ menu (see Express control below)
Click “Exit” to leave PTZ function.

“X” only HIDES the PTZ control panel. “EXIT” closes the panel and exits PTZ mode!! Other controls will not
respond until you EXIT the PTZ mode!!

3.6.2 Express Control of PTZ

If the PTZ control panel/menu has first been opened and then hidden, the mouse can be used to control
basic PTZ functions (Quick Mouse Control). The mouse cursor will change to different icons in different
areas of the screen. With Quick Mouse Control, the user can control PTZ direction, zoom, and focus by
clicking directly on screen. The screen is divided into 16 areas, with the outer ring is divided into 12 zones
used to control movement direction. The inner square of 4 areas is used to control zoom and focus.

Figure 3-3 Express Control PTZ

The screen is divided into a 4x4 grid. The function of each section is defined as below:

 1: PTZ pan/tilt left and up

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 2, 3: PTZ tilt up
 4: PTZ pan/tilt right and up
 5, 9: PTZ pan left
 8,12: PTZ pan right
 13: PTZ pan/tilt left and down
 14, 15: PTZ tilt down
 16: PTZ pan/tilt right and down
 6: Focus closer
 10: Focus further
 7: Zoom in
 11: Zoom out

REMEMBER:

Click “X” at the top-right corner to hide the PTZ menu (see Express control below)
Click “Exit” to leave PTZ function.

“X” only HIDES the PTZ control panel. “EXIT “ closes the panel and exits PTZ mode!! Other controls will not
respond until you EXIT the PTZ mode!!

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3.7 LAYOUT

The PARAGON 264X4 32CH DVR has a total of eleven display modes available. The different available
layouts are shown below:

NOTE: PIP display is not available in Playback mode

To change layout, follow the steps below:

By mouse: Right-click to bring up the menu bar and click then click on the desired layout choice.
By front panel: Press the multiview keys on the front of the DVR to scroll through each display format.

3.7.1 Bring a camera to full screen mode

By mouse: Double left-click on the selected channel to put that camera in full screen mode.
By front panel: Press any channel key to bring that channel to full screen mode.
With a mouse, double left-click again on the screen to return to the previous multiple camera layout.

3.8 CHANNEL SWIT CHING

Use this function to change a channel position within a multiple camera display

1. Select one camera

2. Press Channel button

3. Click on the channel number you wish to select on the channel bar. The camera channel displayed in

that position will be switched.

.

EX: On a four camera screen, select camera1 and enter Channel menu and choose “2”, then camera 2 will
show on position of camera 1, camera 1 will show on position of camera 2. If the new camera being

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selected is already displayed on screen, then the camera positions will be exchanged. If the new camera
being selected does not already appear, it will replace the previously displayed camera.

3.9 DISPLAY

Press the Display button on the menu by using the mouse or press the Display button on front panel .
Pressing/clicking cycles through the four OSD formats:

1. Press to show camera information. Please see the following table for camera information icons.

Recording Playback Fast forward Fast backward

Alarm Motion Video loss Express copy Audio out

Back pause

3. Press again to show status information. Please see the following table for status representation.

Alarm Audio Event HDD failure

Motion Video loss No network

4. Press again to show both status information and camera information.

5. Press again to hide all information.

HD temp. too high

Seq.

3.10 SEQUENCE

1. By mouse: Click Sequence button to enter the auto sequential switching mode.

2. By front panel: Press the Sequence button on front panel to enter the auto sequential switching mode.

3.11 ZOOM

1. Make sure no camera is in playback mode

2. Select one camera

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3. Right-click to bring up the menu bar and click button. Or, press the ZOOM button on the front

panel.

4. When in ZOOM mode, the mouse cursor will change to a different icon in different areas of the screen.

Or, use the arrow keys to bring a different portion of the magnified image into view. Users can control
the portion of the magnified image to be displayed by clicking directly on screen:

Figure 3-4 Zoom Express Control

The screen is divided into a 4x4 grid. The function of each section is defined as below:

 1: Left and up
 2, 3: Up
 4: Right and up
 5, 9: Left
 8,12: Right
 13: Left and down
 14, 15: Down
 16: Right and down
 6, 7, 10, 11: Not used

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3.12 SEARCH

By mouse: Right-click to bring up the menu bar and click to enter Search Menu.
By front panel: Press ”Search” key to enter Search Menu directly.

3.12.1 Time Search

Figure 3-5 Search Menu – Time Search

Play From: Select the time to begin the search by choosing the Date and Time.
Click on the “Play” button to start the search. The DVR will automatically begin to play the video selected.

The DVR will play the nearest time if there is no data at the selected time.
In search playback mode, pressing the “Stop” button will return to the search menu.

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3.12.2 Event Search

Figure 3-6 Search Menu – Event Search

From: Select starting date and time
To: Select ending date and time.
Camera: Select which cameras to include in the search.
Event: Select which event type(s) to search for. Choose from Alarm, Motion or Video Loss.
Click on the “Search” button to start searching. The search results will be shown as a list of events.

Prev Page: Go to previous page
Next Page: Go to next page
Play: Playback selected item
Copy: Copy selected item

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3.12.3 Smart Search

Smart Search allows the review of a segment of the recorded video from individual cameras to detect
motion in an area specified at the time of the search. The resulting ‘motion events’ are displayed in the form
of an Event List.

Figure 3-7 Search Menu – Smart Search

From
Date: Select starting date.
Time: Select starting time.

To
Date: Select ending date.
Time: Select ending time.

Camera: Select which cameras to review.
Grid Setting: Press Grid Setting button to open the motion grid setup window.
Edit Motion Grid: Press this button to edit the motion grid (See Figure 4-5 Camera Menu – Motion Grid

Setting ).

: Press this button to select the entire area.

Set All
Clear All

: Press this button to clear all the grids selected.
Save & Back: Press this button to save the motion grid setting and return to motion setting menu.
Cancel

: Press this button to cancel all changes and returns to the motion setting menu.

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How to select motion grid by mouse:

1. Click on the image and the grid will display.

2. Select the grid square in the upper-left of the desired rectangle.

3. Select the grid square in the lower-right of the desired rectangle.

4. The area between upper-left and lower-right grid will be selected.
The same result is achieved from lower left followed by upper right.

5. Choose “Save & Back” to proceed.

How to select motion grid by front panel: Jog to move up/down and use Shuttle to move left/right

1. Press Enter key on “Grid Setting” to launch motion grid setting page.

2. Use Jog/Shuttle to scroll above or below list of buttons to enter the grid setting area.

3. Press Enter key to display grid.

4. Use Jog to move up/down and use Shuttle to move left/right, choose one corner of desired
area

5. Press Enter key at the starting point.

6. Use Jog to move up/down and use Shuttle to move left/right, select motion area; the shape
of the proposed area will be displayed.

Press Enter key at the end point, and the area will be selected.
Press the Menu key to exit the area selection; use Jog/Shuttle to choose “Save & Back” and press Enter to

proceed.

Click on the “Search” button to start searching. The search results will be shown as a list of events.

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Prev Page: Go to previous page
Next Page: Go to next page
Play: Playback selected item
Copy: Copy selected item

3.12.4 Snapshot Search

Snapshot Search shows snapshots of the specified interval, it helps users to quickly find the interested
scene.

Figure 3-8 Search Menu – Snapshot Search

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Result Type: Thumbnail is used as result type.
Search Date: Select search date and time
Search Direction: Select search direction, either forward or backward.
Search Camera: Select which camera to be searched.
Result Interval: Select interval of the snapshot to be searched. Available from 1 min, 5 min, 10 min, 30 min,

1 hour, 2 hour, 4 hour, 12 hour and 1 day.

Press Search button to start Search. Thumbnails of the Snapshot will be displayed on the screen. First
thumbnail is the search date/time, date/time of the second thumbnail will be the interval set in “Result
Interval” next to the first thumbnail, and so on. If “forward” is selected as search direction, a white frame
will surround the selected snapshot at the first thumbnail. If backward is selected, the search date/time will
be displayed at the last thumbnail and a white frame will surround the selected snapshot at the last
thumbnail.

Right click the mouse to obtain a hint window. Press button to view the 8 previous snapshots. Press
button to playback the selected snapshot. Press button to close the hint window and return to search
menu. Press button to view the 8 next snapshots.

3.13 COPY

To bring up Copy menu:
By mouse: Right-click to bring up the menu bar and click on to enter Copy Menu.
By front panel: Press the “Copy” key to enter Copy Menu directly.

Figure 3-9 Copy Menu

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Camera: Select which cameras will be archived. Choose “Select All” to select all the cameras.
Player: Check the box to include the ePlayer program as part of the copy (recommended).
Start Date/Time: Select the starting date/time to be archived.
End Date/Time: Select the ending date/time to be archived.
Copy To: Select whether you want to copy to USB or DVD.
Data Size: Shows the estimated total size for the time period.
Copy: Press “Copy” button to start archiving.

3.14 LOGOUT

Right-click to bring up the menu bar and click the button to bring up the Logout Confirmation
window (see Figure 3-11).

Figure 3-10 Logout Confirmation window

Press “Yes” button when you are ready to logout from the system. You will need to login again before
accessing any other configuration options.

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4 D VR CONFIGURA TION

This chapter will walk you through the DVR Menu Settings step by step and show you how to set the DVR
for your specific application.

4.1 CONFIGURA TION MENU

1. To bring up the Main Menu, press the “Menu” key on the front panel or right-click with the USB mouse
to bring up the OSD menu bar.

2. Press “Enter” or left-click on the “Configuration” icon “ ” to enter the Configuration Menu. Log in if
necessary (see Section 3.2 LOGIN above).

4.2 EXPRESS

The Figure 4-1 Express Menu is a screenshot of the EXPRESS SETTING MENU. This menu is used to
configure global express settings for all cameras. For example, if user selects Event Only in Record Mode
and presses the “Apply” button, all 32 cameras will be set to Event only. If user selects Blank in Recording
Mode and presses the “Apply” button, cameras will keep their own current individual record settings
without any changes.

Figure 4-1 Express Menu

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Date: Sets the current date of DVR.

Time: Sets the current time of DVR.

Record Mode: Choose from

Normal+Event: Normal recording plus event recording.
Event Only: Event recording only.
Schedule Rec: Schedule recording.
For Event recording, enter the estimated number of hours per day for event recording.

Resolution: Select recording resolution based on video format.

704x480 / 704x240 / 352x240

NTSC:

PAL: 704x576 / 704x288 / 352x288

Record With:

Preset Settings: Select preset setting or recording quality. Available options are Best Quality, Standard
and Extended Record in the next column. For more detail, please refer to APPENDIX B: CHANGING
RULE FOR EXPRESS SETUP RECORDING VALUE SELECTION RULES

Recording Days:

(not available with Schedule Record) Set the maximum recording days. Available
selection will be shown in the next column, including 1, 3, 5, 7, 14, 20, 30, 40, 50 and 60 days. DVR will
auto adjust relative settings for all the cameras to fit the selected max recording days. For more detail,
please refer to APPENDIX B: CHANGING RULE FOR EXPRESS SETUP RECORDIN

G VALUE

SELECTION RULES

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Network Type:

Static IP: User sets a static IP for network connection.
DHCP:
PPPoE:

DHCP server in LAN will automatically assign IP for network connection.

This is for direct DSL connection application ONLY (no router). Check with your ISP to see if

they use PPPoE.

IP Address: This field shows the current IP Address for the DVR. If Fixed IP address is used then this
value must be set manually. If DHCP or PPPoE is selected, this value will be assigned automatically.

Subnet Mask: This field shows the subnet mask for your network so the DVR will be recognized within the
network. If DHCP or PPPoE is selected, this value will be assigned automatically.

Gateway: This field shows the gateway for your network so the DVR will be able to communicate outside
the network. If DHCP or PPPoE is selected, this value will be assigned automatically.

DNS server 1: This field shows the primary DNS server for your network. When DHCP is selected and an
internet connection is available, this value will be assigned automatically. This field must be assigned

correctly if you plan to use the DDNS feature (see Section 4.7.3 DDNS for more details).
DNS server 2: This field shows the secondary DNS server for your network.

Note: The default addresses in the machine are for internal testing only. You must supply
your own addresses to comply with your network. Refer to Section 4.6 for more details.

Apply: Press “Apply” button to save and apply the Express settings to DVR. The system will automatically
adjust recording frame rate according to your settings. The following message will pop up; press “Yes” to
change Resolution, Recording frame rate and Quality depending on your Express settings.

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4.3 CAMERA SETTING

Figure 4-2 is a screenshot of the CAMERA SETTING MENU. This menu is used to configure individual
camera settings.

Figure 4-2 Camera Menu-Basic Setting

4.3.1 Basic Setting

Camera: Select the camera to be configured.
Title: The title setting allows you to assign a title to the selected camera. Each title supports up to 16

characters. The on-screen keyboard will appear when you click the title option.

Install: Check the box to enable the current camera. To take full advantage of the DVR’s recording abilities,
any unused cameras should have this option set to “disabled”.

Covert: Check the box to hide the camera picture in live and sequence modes. However, the image will still
be recorded and can be played back by any user who has playback rights.

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Record Mode: 2 record modes are available.

Normal + Event: This recording mode includes continuous and event recording.
Event Only:

Video will be recorded only when events occur.

Resolution: Select recording resolution based on video format.

NTSC:

704x480 / 704x240 / 352x240

PAL: 704x576 / 704x288 / 352x288

Record Quality: Select an image quality for recording. There are five different qualities available: Superior,
High, Standard, Basic and Low. A higher image quality uses more HDD space.

Normal Speed: Frame rate in frames (images) per second (FPS) for continuous recording. The speed is
limited by the maximum total recording capacity of the DVR as allocated across all the installed cameras,
with an upper limit of 15 FPS (NTSC) per individual camera (real time recording). The DVR is capable of
recording 480 CIF (352x240) sized frames per second (NTSC; 400 PAL); each 704x240 image (2 CIF) per
second requires allocation of two of those CIF frames from the overall capacity of 480 CIF frames, and
each 704x480 image (D1 or 4 CIF) per second requires allocation of four of the CIF frames from the overall
capacity. Thus the DVR can record a combination of CIF, 2 CIF and 4 CIF images, with different
combinations of image size/resolution and different FPS rates on different cameras, so long as the total CIF
equivalents allocated is not greater than 480 CIF per second. Choices for possible record speeds are 15,
10, 7.5, 5, 3, 2,1 and 0 FPS.

Examples:
16 cameras at CIF resolution at 30 FPS: 16x30=480 FPS

2 cameras/4CIF/30FPS plus 5 cameras/2CIF/15FPS plus 9 cameras/CIF/10FPS:

2x4x30+5x2x15+9x1x10= 240+150+90 = 480

2 cameras/4CIF/30FPS plus 2 cameras/2CIF/30FPS plus 12 cameras/CIF/10FPS:

2x4x30+2x2x30+12x1x10= 240+120+120 = 480

In these examples, the recording capacity of the DVR is fully allocated to normal recording, with no reserve
capacity for increasing image size and/or FPS rate in response to a motion or alarm event (see next item).
Since EverFocus DVRs have the capability to change recorded image size and FPS rate in response to
events, it may be advisable to reserve some recording capacity for event response. For example:

2 cameras/4CIF/10FPS plus 5 cameras/2CIF/10FPS plus 9 cameras/CIF/5FPS:
2x4x10+5x2x10+9x1x5= 80+100+45 = 225 allocated with 255 in reserve
Recording capacity remaining for all cameras (shown to the right of the Normal Speed field): The number

here indicates the remaining unallocated recording capacity available for all cameras, scaled according to
the image size selected for the current camera. That is, the number shown is the number of available FPS
at that image size (which is the number of CIF FPS divided by the number of CIF equivalents required to

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record that size image – 1, 2 or 4). Changing resolution on a camera, or viewing the settings for a camera
with a different resolution will cause this number to change in proportion to the relative image size. When
this number is positive, it means there is still recording capacity available for allocation. If this number is
negative, it means the recording capacity has been exceeded, and the user must lower a Normal Speed
recording rate or reduce the Resolution selected (which requires the DVR to use fewer CIF FPS to record
each image). This number must be positive before saving the changes. Otherwise, a pop-up window will
display “Total FPS exceed maximum recording rate, discard changes!” and the settings for all cameras will
return to previous values.

Event Speed: Maximum desired frame rate in frames per second (FPS) for event recording; if more than
one camera requires simultaneous event recording, the total for all cameras cannot exceed the maximum
available FPS for the DVR at the corresponding resolution setting, and the available FPS may be divided
across the cameras responding to an event. In the example above, with 225 CIF FPS allocated and 255
CIF FPS remaining, it would be possible to increase the FPS rate on the two 4 CIF cameras from 10 FPS
to 15 FPS and also increase the resolution and rate of the five 2 CIF cameras to 4 CIF and 15 FPS, with 15
CIF equivalent FPS still available to be assigned to one or more of the nine CIF resolution cameras. If not
all event conditions occur simultaneously, greater resolution and/or FPS increases are possible for
individual cameras, as long as the net total of 480 CIF equivalents is not exceeded.

Record Audio: (Camera 1 screen only) Check this box to enable audio recording on the DVR.
PTZ ID: When using a PTZ Camera, in order to control the camera from the DVR this ID must match the

RS-485 ID used by the connected camera. Click “On” to confirm selection, “Off” to cancel PTZ control for
this camera. When PTZ ID is ON, a drop down menu will appear; set the PTZ ID address used to control
this camera in that menu.

Apply To: This button can be used to copy the recording settings to other cameras. Select which camera(s)
you wish to copy to. "Select All" selects all cameras, “Unselect All” deselects all cameras. Click “OK” to
copy the settings or "Cancel" to exit without copying.

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4.3.2 Video Adjust

Figure 4-3 Camera Menu – Video Adjust

Camera: Select the camera you wish to adjust. “Title” will change to the name of the selected camera.
Brightness: Adjusts how bright/dark the picture appears. If details appear to be lost in the shadows or

darker regions, try increasing the Brightness. If the image appears too saturated or if the colors appear
overwhelmed by glare, try decreasing the Brightness.

Contrast: Adjusts the total amount of light output from the display. If details are lost or lines appear
distorted, try decreasing the contrast.

Color: Adjusts the amount of color information in the picture.
Apply To: This button can be used to copy the video settings to other cameras. Select which cameras you

wish to copy to. "Select All" selects all cameras, “Unselect All” deselects all cameras. Click “OK” to copy the
settings or "Cancel" to exit without copying.

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4.3.3 Motion

Figure 4-4 Camera Menu – Motion

Camera: Select the camera you wish to configure. “Title” will change to the title name of the selected
camera.

Enable: Check box to enable motion detection. Other motion options will not be available unless this
feature is selected.

Matrix: Select the Matrix number you wish to configure.
Monitor: Matrix monitor display options when a motion event occurs.

No change: No change on the matrix monitor display.

A full screen of the event camera will display on the matrix monitor. Although the sequence is on

Spot:
going, the matrix monitor will display motion image of the selected camera for 2 seconds and return to
sequence process.

Log: Check this box to record motion events in the log.
Main Monitor: Main monitor display options when a motion event occurs.

No change: No change on the main monitor display.
Full screen:

A full screen of the event camera will display on the main monitor.

Call Monitor: Call monitor display options when a motion event occurs.

No change:
Full screen:

No change on the call monitor display.
A full screen of the event camera will display on the call monitor.

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Pre-alarm Record: Check box to start copying recorded video to the hard disk from 5 seconds before the
motion event. (Pre-alarm recording rate will follow the “Normal” frame rate setting)

Buzzer: Check this box to enable the buzzer when a motion event is triggered.
Email Notify: Check this box to send email notification when a motion event is detected. Email operation

requires that valid email settings have been entered in the Network Setting/Email setup screen. (See
Section 4.6.2 Email for more information.)

Network Alarm: Check this box to send out a network alarm to a client PC when motion occurs. (This
feature requires PowerCon software on the client PC and proper settings for the Alarm Server in the
Network Setup menu; see Section 4.6.4 Alarm Server for more information.)

Auto Lock: Check the box and the events will be recorded in a write protected segment of the Hard Disk.
(DVR will lock a period of time when the alarm occurs, the length of time will depend on DVR setting)

Alarm Output: This will transmit a signal through the alarm output relay. It can be set to either “NONE” (not
active), “1”, “2, “3” or “4”” (indicating which alarm relay is active).

Output Type: Output action when motion is triggered.

Timeout: Alarm output lasts for a set of time duration. If this option is selected, a field will appear for
setting the duration.

Permanent: Alarm will remain on until the user presses the “Enter” key on front panel or otherwise
resets the alarm condition.

Transparent: Alarm output continues as long as there is a motion event.
Trans+Timeout: Alarm output continues until the event ends, then continues for a set time duration.

Timeout Duration: Time duration selectable from 1 to 150 seconds.
Edit Motion Grid: Press this button to edit the motion grid (See Figure 4-5 Camera Menu – Motion Grid

Setting ).

Sensitivity: Set the threshold value for sensitivity within the grids. Select from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).
Min Area: To avoid false detections by small objects this value defines how many grids have to

exceed threshold before generating a motion event. Select a value between 1 (default) to 5 grids.
Motion Delay:

Filter function for avoiding false alarms. Select from 1 (easiest trigger) to 5 (hardest

trigger).
Preview:
Set All

Preview the motion grid.

: Press this button to select the entire area.
Clear All: Press this button to clear all the grids selected.
Save & Back

: Press this button to save the motion grid setting and return to motion setting menu.

Cancel: Press this button to cancel all changes and returns to the motion setting menu.

How to select motion grid by mouse:

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1. Click on the image and the grid will display.

2. Select the grid square in the upper-left of the desired rectangle.

3. Select the grid square in the lower-right of the desired rectangle.

4. The area between upper-left and lower-right grid will be selected.
The same result is achieved from lower left followed by upper right.

5. Choose “Save & Back” to proceed.

How to select motion grid by front panel:

1. Press Enter key on “Grid Setting” to launch motion grid setting page.

2. Use Jog/Shuttle to scroll above or below list of buttons to enter the grid setting area.

3. Press Enter key to display grid.

4. Use Jog to move up/down and use Shuttle to move left/right, choose one corner of
desired area.

5. Press Enter key at the starting point.

6. Use Jog to move up/down and use Shuttle to move left/right, select motion area; the shape
of the proposed area will be displayed.

Figure 4-5 Camera Menu – Motion Grid Setting

Apply To: This button can be used to copy the motion settings to other cameras. Select which cameras
you wish to copy to. "Select All" selects all cameras, “Unselect All” deselects all cameras. Click “OK” to
copy the settings or "Cancel" to exit without copying.

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4.3.4 Video Loss

Figure 4-6 Camera Menu – Video Loss

Camera: Select the camera you wish to configure, “Title” will change to the title name of the selected
camera.

Enable: Check box to enable Video Loss detection.
Log: Check box to record video loss events in the log.
Pre-alarm Record: Check box to start copying recorded video to the hard disk from 5 seconds before the

video loss. (Pre-alarm recording rate will follow the “Normal” frame rate setting)
Buzzer: Check box to enable the buzzer when a video loss event occurs.
Email Notify: Check box to enable email notification when a video loss event occurs. Email operation

requires that valid email settings have been entered in the Network Setting/Email setup screen. (See
Section 4.6.2 Email for more information.)

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Network Alarm: Check this box to send out a network alarm to a client PC when video loss occurs. (This
feature requires PowerCon software on the client PC and proper settings for the Alarm Server in the
Network Setup menu; see Section 4.6.4 Alarm Server for more information.)

Alarm Output: This will transmit a signal through the alarm output relay. It can be set to either “NONE” (not
active), “1”, “2, “3” or “4” (indicating which alarm relay is active).

Output Type: Output action when alarm is triggered.

Timeout: Alarm output lasts for a set time duration. If this option is selected, a field will appear for
setting the duration. Time duration selectable from 1 to 150 seconds.

Permanent: Alarm will remain active until the user presses “Enter” key on front panel.
Transparent: Alarm output continues as long as there is a video loss.
Trans+Timeout: Alarm output continues until the event ends, then continues for a set time duration.

Apply To: This button can be used to copy the video loss settings to other cameras. Select which cameras
you wish to copy to. "Select All" selects all cameras, “Unselect All” deselects all cameras. Click “OK” to
copy the settings or "Cancel" to exit without copying.

4.4 RECORD & PLAY SETTING

Figure 4-7 is a screenshot of the RECORD & PLAY SETTING MENU. This menu is used to configure basic
recording and playback settings.

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Figure 4-7 Record & Play Menu

4.4.1 Record

Record Overwrite: Check the box and the disk will begin overwriting when full. NOTE: Unless this box is
checked, THE DVR MUST STOP RECORDING WHEN THE DISK IS FULL. The use of record overwrite
is strongly recommended. If you do not use this feature, please be sure to make specific arrangements to
monitor/be notified when the disk is full.

Schedule Record: Use schedule recording mode.
For Schedule recording, the only way to stop the DVR from recording is to turn schedule recording off.

Pressing any key on the front panel to attempt to stop recording will not work during scheduling record
mode. When schedule recording is disabled, as the default the DVR will automatically begin recording
when it is first turned on.

Time Stamp: Select if the time and date will display while recording. Choose the location for the time
display from Top, Bottom or Off.

Record Status Relay Output: Select from “NONE”, “1”, “2, “3” or “4”. By monitoring the state of the
selected alarm relay, the user can easily see the recording status from the alarm output if this option is set
as 1”, “2, “3” or “4”.

Auto Erase Video: The hard drive will automatically erase video after it has been on the hard drive for the
selected number of days. To use the maximum hard drive space, choose “OFF”. (See Record Overwrite
and notes above.) This feature is useful if local rules and regulations require recorded video to be
discarded after a specific number of days, or to limit the retention of older recorded video to clear space in
anticipation of event recording.

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4.4.2 Built-in Calculator

The built-in record period calculator can give a rough estimation of the total recording time for the DVR with
the current settings. In order to compute as accurate an estimate as possible, please enter your
expectations for the hours per day you expect recording to take place due to motion events and due to
other alarm conditions.

Figure 4-8 Record & Play Menu-Built-in Cal.

Motion: Enter the expected number of hours per day due to motion recording.
Alarm: Enter the expected number of hours per day due to alarm recording.

If the total of Motion and Alarm hours is more than 24 hours, the calculator will assume that motion and
alarm recording take place for the entire 24 hour period.

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4.4.3 Play

Figure 4-9 Record & Play Menu - Play

Quick Playback: Check the box to enable the Quick Playback function as described below.
Playback From X Seconds ago: When the DVR is put into playback (press PLAY), it will begin playing

from the selected time. Choose from 60 to 3600 seconds prior to the present time.

If Quick Playback is not enabled, pressing the PLAY button will bring up the Playback Bar (see Section 3.5).

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4.5 ALARM & EVENT SETTING

Figure 4-10 is a screenshot of the ALARM & EVENT SETTING MENU. This menu will guid e you through
alarm and event setup.

Figure 4-10 Alarm & Event Menu - Alarm

4.5.1 Alarm

Alarm: Select the alarm input trigger connection number from 1 to 16.
Enable: Check box to enable response to that alarm trigger.
Matrix: Select the Matrix number you wish to configure.
Monitor: Matrix monitor display options when an alarm event occurs.

No change:

No change on the matrix monitor display.

Spot: A full screen of the event camera will display on the matrix monitor. Althoug h the sequence is on
going, the matrix monitor will display alarm image of the selected camera for 2 seconds and return to
sequence process.

Log: Check box to record these alarm events in the log.
Pre-alarm Record: Check box to start copying recorded video to the hard disk from 5 seconds before the

alarm event. (Pre-alarm recording rate will follow the “Normal” frame rate setting)
Buzzer: Check this box to enable the buzzer when an alarm occurs.
Main Monitor: Main monitor display options when an alarm occurs.

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No change: No change on the main monitor display.
Full screen: A full screen of the active camera will display on main monitor.

Call Monitor: Call monitor display options when a motion occurs.

No change: No change on the call monitor display.
Full screen: A full screen of the active camera will display on call monitor.

Record: Select which camera(s) will start recording in response to this alarm event.
Email Notify: Check box to enable email notification when an alarm occurs. Email operation requires that

valid email settings have been entered in the Network Setting/Email setup screen. (See Section 4.6.2 Email
for more information.)

Input Type: This field is to change the type of alarm trigger.

N.O.: Normal Open contact.
N.C.: Normal Closed contact.

Network Alarm: Check this box to send out a network alarm to a client PC when motion occurs. (This
feature requires PowerCon software on the client PC and proper settings for the Alarm Server in the
Network Setup menu; see Section 4.6.4 Alarm Server for more information.)

Active Camera: This field is for associating an alarm trigger with a specific camera. For example if you had
an external motion detector near camera four you would set this option to “4”. The alarm will be associated
with this camera for optional full screen display, event logging, and PTZ preset activation.

PTZ: An alarm condition may be programmed to send a command to move to a PTZ preset or initiate a
tour, pattern or autopan function. Picking Preset, Tour or Pattern will offer another drop down to choose the
corresponding number for this instruction. Autopan requires no number. This instruction will be sent to the
camera indicated in the “Active Camera” drop down according to the RS-485 setup in the DVR. Please
verify normal RS-485 control operation before activating this feature.

Auto Lock: Check the box and the events will be recorded in the write protected segment of the Hard Disk.
(DVR will lock a period of time when an alarm occurs, the length of time will depend on the DVR settings)

Alarm Output: This will transmit a signal through the alarm output. It can be set to either “NONE” (not
active), “1”, “2, “3” or “4” (selects alarm relay to be active).

Output Type: Output action when alarm is triggered.

Timeout: Alarm output lasts for the set time duration.
Permanent:

Alarm will remain active until the user presses the “Enter” key or resets the alarm remotely.
Transparent: Alarm output remains as long as the alarm input is active.
Trans+Timeout:

Alarm output continues until event ends, then continues for the set time duration.

Timeout Duration: Time duration selectable from 1 to 150 seconds.

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Apply To: This button can be used to copy the alarm settings to other cameras. Select which cameras you
wish to copy to. "Select All" selects all cameras, “Unselect All” deselects all cameras. Click “OK” to copy the
settings or "Cancel" to exit without copying.

4.5.2 Event

This section covers notifications due to internal system event warnings.

Figure 4-11 Alarm & Event Menu – Event

Event: Select from the following event types.
Fan Failure:

Fan is not working.
HD Temperature: Hard drive is over the safety warning temperature.
HD Failure:
HD Full:

If DVR fails to detect the HDD on start up, the system will create an HD failure event.

If the DVR is not set to Overwrite in the Record Menu, an event will be created when the HDD

is filled.

: If HDDs are switched off or are removed, the DVR will create an HD OFF event.

HD Off

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Power Loss: If power is disconnected, an alarm event will be triggered when power is restored.
Network Loss: If connection to the local network is lost, DVR will create a Network Loss event.

NOTE: This function only checks the physical connection (link) to the network. Any network behavior
that blocks data connectivity (blocked ports, IP addressing errors, etc.) is not detected by this function.

Fan Failure:

Figure 4-12 Alarm & Event Menu – Event – Fan Failure

Log: Check box to record fan failure events in the log.
Buzzer: Check box to enable buzzer when fan is not working.
Email Notify: Check box to enable email notification when fan is not working. Email operation requires

that valid email settings have been entered in the Network Setting/Email setup screen.
Network Alarm: Check box to send out a network alarm to client PC. (requires PowerCon software and

setting up Alarm Server in Network Setup menu)
Alarm Output: This will transmit a signal through the alarm output. It can be set to either “NONE” (not

active), “1”(active), “2”(active), “3”(active) or “4” (active).
Output Type: Output action will be Transparent and cannot be changed (alarm output remains as long as

the alarm condition is active).

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HD Temperature:

Figure 4-13 Alarm & Event Menu – Event - HD Temperature

Log: Check box to record HDD temperature events in the log.
Buzzer: Check box to enable buzzer when hard drive’s temperature is over the “Temp. Warning Limit”.
Email Notify: Check box to enable email notification when HDD temperature is over the “Temp. Warning

Limit”. Email operation requires that valid email settings have been entered in the Network Setting/Email
setup screen.

Network Alarm: Check box to send out a network alarm to client PC. (requires PowerCon software and
setting up Alarm Server in Network Setup menu)

Stop Recording: Check box to stop recording when HD’s temperature is over the “Temp. Warning Limit”.
Temp. Warning Limit: Sets the trigger temperature for HD Temperature event actions. Choose between

55C /131F or 85C /185F.
Alarm Output: This will transmit a signal through the alarm output. It can be set to either “NONE” (not

active), “1”(active), “2”(active), “3”(active) or “4” (active).
Output Type: Output action will be Transparent and cannot be changed (alarm output remains as long as

the alarm condition is active).

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HD Failure:

Figure 4-14 Alarm & Event Menu – Event - HD Failure

Log: Check box to record events in the log.
Buzzer: Check box to enable the buzzer if no hard drive is detected on system startup.
Email Notify: Check box to enable email notification function when HD fails. Email operation requires that

valid email settings have been entered in the Network Setting/Email setup screen.
Network Alarm: Check box to send out a network alarm to client PC. (requires PowerCon software and

setting up Alarm Server in Network Setup menu).
Alarm Output: This will transmit a signal through the alarm output. It can be set to either “NONE” (not

active),“1”(active), “2”(active), “3”(active) or “4” (active).
Output Type: Output action will be Transparent and cannot be changed (alarm output remains as long as

the alarm condition is active).

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HD Full:

Figure 4-15 Alarm & Event Menu – Event - HD Full

Log: Check box to record events in the log.
Buzzer: Check box to enable the buzzer when hard drive is full (recommended if the Record Overwrite

function is disabled. See Section 5.4.1).
Email Notify: Check box to enable email notification when HD is full. Email operation requires that valid

email settings have been entered in the Network Setting/Email setup screen.
Network Alarm: Check box to send out a network alarm to client PC. (requires PowerCon software and

setting up Alarm Server in Network Setup menu)
Alarm Output: This will transmit a signal through the alarm output. It can be set to either “NONE” (not

active),“1”(active), “2”(active), “3”(active) or “4” (active).
Output Type: Output action when alarm is triggered.

Timeout: Alarm output lasts for the set time duration.
Permanent:

Alarm will be continuously active until user presses the “Enter” key or resets the alarm

remotely.
Transparent:

Alarm output remains active until event ends.

Trans+Timeout: Alarm output continues until event ends, then continues for the set time duration.

Timeout Duration: The amount of time the alarm condition continues when the HD is full. Duration
selectable from 1 to 150 seconds.

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HD Off:

Figure 4-16 Alarm & Event Menu – Event - HD Off

Buzzer: Check box to enable buzzer if the hard drive is turned off (disconnected) or becomes disabled
(cannot be detected by the system).

Email Notify: Check box to enable email notification when HD is off. Email operation requires that valid
email settings have been entered in the Network Setting/Email setup screen.

Network Alarm: Check box to send out a network alarm to client PC. (requires PowerCon software and
setting up Alarm Server in Network Setup menu)

Alarm Output: This will transmit a signal through the alarm output relay. It can be set to either “NONE” (not
active), “1”(active), “2”(active), “3”(active) or “4” (active).

Output Type: Output action when alarm is triggered.

Timeout:
Permanent:
Transparent:

Alarm output lasts for the set time duration.

Alarm will be continuously active until user presses “Enter” key.

Alarm output remains active until event ends.

Trans+Timeout: Alarm output continues until event ends, then lasts for the set time duration.

Timeout Duration: The amount of time the buzzer sounds when the HD is off. Duration selectable from 1
to 150 seconds.

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Power Loss:

Figure 4-17 Alarm & Event Menu – Event – Power Loss

Log: Log is permanently checked for this feature. Power Loss events are always recorded by the DVR.
Email Notify: Check box to enable email notification when power has been restored. Email operation

requires that valid email settings have been entered in the Network Setting/Email setup screen.
Network Alarm: Check box to send out a network alarm to client PC when power has been restored.

(requires PowerCon software and setting up Alarm Server in Network Setup menu)
NOTE: As alarms and emails cannot be transmitted without power, the log entry is made when power is

restored, and any notifications cannot be made until that time.

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Network Loss:

Figure 4-18 Alarm & Event Menu – Event – Network Loss

Log: Check box to record events in the log.
Buzzer: Check box to enable buzzer when network is lost.
Alarm Output: This will transmit a signal through the alarm output relay. It can be set to either “NONE” (not

active), “1”(active), “2”(active), “3”(active) or “4” (active).
Output Type: Output action when alarm is triggered.

Timeout: Alarm output lasts for the set time duration.
Permanent: Alarm will be continuously active until user presses “Enter” key.
Transparent:

Alarm output remains active until event ends.

Trans+Timeout: Alarm output continues until event ends, then lasts for the set time duration.

Timeout Duration: The amount of time the buzzer sounds when DVR stops recording. Duration selectable
from 1 to 150 seconds.

NOTE: This function only checks the physical connection (link) to the network. Any network behavior
that blocks data connectivity (blocked ports, IP addressing errors, etc.) is not detected by this function.

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4.6 SCHEDULE SETTING

Figure 4-19 is a screenshot of the SCHEDULE SETTING MENU. In this menu you can set a unique
configuration to enable recording during a specified time periods. This menu is used to configure Express
Setup, Holidays and detailed Schedule settings.

Figure 4-19 Schedule Menu-Express Setup

4.6.1 Express Setup

Weekend Start: Select day and time when weekend starts.
Weekend End: Select day and time when weekend ends.
Daytime Start: Select weekday daytime starting time. (Nighttime schedule ends when Daytime begins)
Daytime End: Select weekday daytime ending time. (Nighttime schedule begins when Daytime ends)
Record Type: Select the type of recording for each time period.

Disabled:

No recording during scheduled time period
Normal+Event: Continuous and Event recording
Event Only:

Event recording only

Normal Frame Rate: Continuous FPS recording rate for the scheduled time period. The maximum rate is
limited to the DVR’s maximum recording rate divided by the number of active cameras. Selectable frame
rates include 30fps, 15fps, 10fps, 7.5fps, 5fps, 1fps or 0fps (0fps means no continuous recording).

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Event Frame Rate: FPS recording rate for events. Selectable frame rate includes 30fps, 15fps, 10fps,

7.5fps, 5fps, 1fps or 0fps. (0fps means no event recording).
Event Action: Check this box to enable Buzzer, Alarm out, E-mail and Network actions selected elsewhere

when an event occurs during the selected time period.
Apply: Press “Apply” button bring up a confirmation window. Select “Yes” to confirm and apply the express

schedule settings or “No” to cancel changes.

4.6.2 Holidays

In addition to setting a weekly record schedule, user can also schedule a specific recording configuration
for specific days of the year.

Figure 4-20 Schedule Menu-Holidays

Date Type: Select either Holiday or Others. (Holiday and Others are two different groups, you can assign
special days in these two groups)

Recurrent Type: Choose how often each scheduled day should be applied.

Disabled: This entry is ignored.

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One time: This entry is used only once, on that specific date.
Month/date: Uses this entry on the same month and day, every year (e.g. January 1 for New Year’s Day)
Month/weekday:

Uses this entry on a specific day of a specific week in the month specified (e.g 4th

Thursday in November for Thanksgiving).

Details: Specifies the date to be used.
Prev: Previous Page (30 Holidays Total)
Next: Next Page (30 Holidays Total)

4.6.3 Schedule

Controls camera recording mode by time of day on specific days of the week and/or holidays and ‘other’
days.

Figure 4-21 Schedule Menu-Schedule

Camera: Select a camera number to change the schedule for that camera. Each camera can be controlled
during a 24 hour time block for Holiday (Hol), Other (Oth), Sunday (Sun), Monday (Mon), Tuesday (Tue),
Wednesday (Wed), Thursday (Thu), Friday (Fri), or Saturday (Sat).

Time Bar: The time bar uses three different colors to distinguish each recoding mode.

Gray (No Rec):
Orange (E):
Blue (N+E):

No recording during this time block.

Only events are recorded during this time block.

(Default) Normal and event recording during this time block.

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To Set Schedule using Mouse

1. Click on desired start time block (no numbers on it) on a time bar. At this time, the selected time block
will be highlighted in blue frame and the entire time bar will be highlighted by red frame. There are 24
blocks on the time bar representing 24 hours respectively.

2. Set a schedule start time by clicking on a desired start time block on a time bar. Click again to confirm,
and a new sequence number (for this new section) will show on this block and the current and all
following blocks will turn to gray. This means this new gray timezone has a new record mode (No
record).

3. Change the timezone/section to different record mode (which shows a different color) by clicking on the
first (numbered) block of any section. The color switches from gray -> orange -> blue, every time the
user clicks the first block of a section.

4. Repeat clicking on the first block (indicated by a sequence number on it) of any timezone, this timezone
will change from one color to another, which means switching the record mode. The color switch
sequence is gray->orange->blue.

Schedule Setting from front panel

1. Enter schedule setting mode: press Enter button to enter schedule setting mode. At this time, the
whole editing area at right-down side will be highlighted within a blue frame. See below image.

2. Enter camera selection mode: turn Jog knob to switch to Camera selection mode. When Camera
selection mode is selected, all 32 cameras will be highlighted in a blue frame. See below image.

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3. Selecting camera: Turn Shuttle knob to select desired camera to configure. Selected camera number
will be highlighted by a blue frame. See above image.

4. Enter time bar editing mode: turn Jog knob to switch to time bar editing mode. When this mode is
selected, all 9 time bars will be highlighted within a blue frame.

5. Select desired time bar for setting: press Enter button, the first time bar will be selected for setting
and highlighted in a red frame. See below image. Press Jog to switch to desired time bar for setting.

6. Editing blocks in a time bar: when a time bar is selected (highlighted in red frame), press Enter
button, then the first block of this bar will be selected (highlighted in blue frame). Turning Jog knob to
switch to desired block as starting time, and press Enter button again to confirm. At this time, the
current and all following blocks will turn into gray, which means this gray timezone has been set to the
recording mode of gray(No Rec). User can also change the timezone to a different record mode (with
different color) by following instruction in next step.

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7. Changing recording mode (color) of a timezone: Turn Jog knob to switch to the first block (with
number on it) of a timezone. Clicking Enter button and this timezone will switch to another color, which
means switching to another record mode. The color switch sequence is gray->orange->blue.

8. To exit the screen, press the “Menu/Esc” button as required to move up the menu levels and, if desired,
out of the menu system.

Click the “Edit Timezone” button to edit the recording parameters for a time zone.

Figure 4-22 Schedule Menu-Schedule-Edit Timezone

Editing Timezone:
From: Displays time zone start time

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To: Displays time zone end time
Record: Displays Record mode
Resolution: Select recording resolution.

NTSC: 704x480 / 704x240 / 352x240

PAL: 704x576 / 704x288 / 352x288

Normal: Frame rate in images per second for continuous recording. It is important to keep track of the
normal recording resources being allocated at each hours of the day. Increasing the Normal recording
resolution and/or rate can inadvertently request more recording resources than the DVR is capable of
delivering, or allocate so much of the DVRs resources that there is no excess available for increased FPS
rate and/or resolution in response to an Event.

The speed is limited by the maximum total recording capacity of the DVR as allocated across all the
installed cameras, with an upper limit of 15 FPS (NTSC) per individual camera (real time recording). The
DVR is capable of recording 480 CIF (352x240) sized frames per second (NTSC; 400 PAL); each 704x240
image (2 CIF) per second requires allocation of two of those CIF frames from the overall capacity of 480
CIF frames, and each 704x480 image (D1 or 4 CIF) per second requires allocation of four of the CIF
frames from the overall capacity. Thus the DVR can record a combination of CIF, 2 CIF and 4 CIF images,
with different combinations of image size/resolution and different FPS rates on different cameras, so long
as the total CIF equivalents allocated is not greater than 480 CIF per second. Choices for possible record
speeds are 15, 10, 7.5, 5, 3, 2, 1 and 0 FPS.

Examples:
16 cameras at CIF resolution at 30 FPS: 16x30=480 FPS

2 cameras/4CIF/30FPS plus 5 cameras/2CIF/15FPS plus 9 cameras/CIF/10FPS:

2x4x30+5x2x15+9x1x10= 240+150+90 = 480

2 cameras/4CIF/30FPS plus 2 cameras/2CIF/30FPS plus 12 cameras/CIF/10FPS:

2x4x30+2x2x30+12x1x10= 240+120+120 = 480

In these examples, the recording capacity of the DVR is fully allocated to normal recording, with no reserve
capacity for increasing image size and/or FPS rate in response to a motion or alarm event (see next item).
Since EverFocus DVRs have the capability to change recorded image size and FPS rate in response to
events, it may be advisable to reserve some recording capacity for event response. For example:

2 cameras/4CIF/10FPS plus 5 cameras/2CIF/10FPS plus 9 cameras/CIF/5FPS:
2x4x10+5x2x10+9x1x5= 80+100+45 = 225 allocated with 255 in reserve.
Event: Maximum

desired frame rate in frames per second (FPS) for event recording; if more than one
camera requires simultaneous event recording, the total for all cameras cannot exceed the maximum
available FPS for the DVR at the corresponding resolution setting, and the available FPS may be divided

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across the cameras responding to an event. In the example above, with 225 CIF FPS allocated and 255
CIF FPS remaining, it would be possible to increase the FPS rate on the two 4 CIF cameras from 10 FPS
to 15 FPS and also increase the resolution and rate of the five 2 CIF cameras to 4 CIF and 15 FPS, with 15
CIF equivalent FPS still available to be assigned to one or more of the nine CIF resolution cameras. If not
all event conditions occur simultaneously, greater resolution and/or FPS increases are possible for
individual cameras, as long as the net total of 480 CIF equivalents is not exceeded.

Action: Check this box to enable notifications enabled elsewhere (Buzzer, Alarm out, E-mail, and Network
Alarm) when an event occurs.

Apply to Days: This button can be used to copy schedules to other days. Select which days you wish to
copy to. "Select All" selects all days, “Clear All” deselects all days. Click “OK” to copy the settings or
"Cancel" to exit without copying.

Apply to Cameras: This button can be used to copy schedules to other cameras. Select which cameras
you wish to copy to. "Select All" selects all cameras, “Clear All” deselects all cameras. Click “OK” to copy
the settings or "Cancel" to exit without copying.

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4.6.4 Alarm Action

Figure 4-23 Schedule Menu-Alarm Action

Defines recording response to “alarm” input trigger signals by time of day on specific days of the week
and/or holidays and ‘other’ days.

Alarm: Select a number to change the schedule for that alarm input trigger. Each alarm can be set on a 24
hour time block for Holiday (Hol), Other (Oth), Sunday (Sun), Monday (Mon), Tuesday (Tue), Wednesday
(Wed), Thursday (Thu), Friday (Fri), or Saturday (Sat).

Time Bar: The time bar uses two different colors to distinguish each recoding mode.

No recording during this time block.

Off:
On: Alarm action will be recorded during this time block.

To Set Schedule using Mouse

1. Click on the “Alarm Action” choice, then click on the right hand side of the screen. The border for
that region will now turn blue.

2. Click on the number of the alarm trigger input you wish to configur e. That number will be framed in
blue.

3. Click on a desired start time block on a time bar. There are 24 bloc ks on the time bar representing
24 hours respectively. At this time, the selected time bar will be highlighted by a red frame and the
selected block will be highlighted in blue frame. Initially, the selected block and all following blocks
will be gray, which means this gray timezone has been set to the recording mode corresponding to
gray (alarm action recording OFF).

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4. Change the section to different mode (with a different color) by clicking on the first block of the
section. The color switches from gray -> orange -> gray, every time user clicks the first block of a
section. Orange indicates ‘alarm action recording ON’.

5. To set the end of a timezone, select the time block following the end of the timezone defined in the
step above. The first click will highlight the block in blue. A second click will toggle the state/color of
that block and the remainder of the time bar, ending the above defined timezone

Alarm Action Setting from front panel

1. Enter Alarm Action setting mode: highlight the “Alarm Action: menu choic e and press the “Enter”
button to enter Alarm Action setting mode. At this time, the whole editing area at the right side will
be highlighted within a blue frame. See image below.

2. Enter alarm selection mode: turn Jog knob to switch to Camera selection mode. When Camera
selection mode is selected, all 16 cameras will be highlighted in a blue frame. See below image.

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3. Selecting alarm: Turn Shuttle knob to select desired camera to configure. Selected camera
number will be highlighted by a blue frame. See above image.

4. Enter time bar editing mode: turn Jog knob to switch to time bar editing mode. When this mode
is selected, all 9 time bars will be highlighted within a blue frame.

5. Select desired time bar for setting: press Enter button, the first time bar will be selected for
setting and highlighted in a red frame. See below image. Press Jog to switch to desired time bar for
setting.

6. Editing blocks in a time bar: when a time bar is selected (highlighted in red frame), press Enter

button, then the first block of this bar will be selected (highlighted in blue frame). Turning Jog knob to
switch to desired block as starting time, and press Enter button again to confirm. At this time, the
current and all following blocks will turn into gray, which means this gray timezone has been set to the
recording mode of gray (Alarm Action off). User can also change the timezone to a different record
mode by following instructions in the next step.

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7. Changing recording mode (color) of a timezone: Turn Jog knob to switch to the first block (with

number on it) of a timezone. Clicking Enter button and this timezone will switch to another color, which
means switching to another record mode. The color switch sequence is gray->orange->gray.

Apply to Days: This button can be used to copy schedules to other days. Select which days you wish to
copy to. "Select All" selects all days, “Clear All” deselects all days. Click “OK” to copy the settings or
"Cancel" to exit without copying.

Apply to Cameras: This button can be used to copy schedules to other cameras. Select which cameras
you wish to copy to. "Select All" selects all cameras, “Clear All” deselects all cameras. Click “OK” to copy
the settings or "Cancel" to exit without copying.

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4.7 NETWORK SETTING

Figure 4-24 is a screenshot of the NETWORK SETTING MENU. This menu is for configuring the DVR for a
network connection.

NOTE: Since every Network Configuration is different, please check with your Network Administrator or ISP
to see if your DVR should use specific IP addresses and/or port numbers.

Figure 4-24 Network Menu – LAN

4.7.1 LAN

Network Type:

Static IP: User can set a fixed IP for network connection.
DHCP:
PPPoE:

DHCP server in LAN will automatically an assign IP configuration for the network connection

For direct connection to DSL ONLY. Verify with your ISP if they use PPPoE.

IP: This field shows the DVR’s current IP Address. A static IP address must be set manually. If DHCP or
PPPoE is selected, this value will be assigned automatically.

Subnet Mask: This field shows the subnet mask for your network so the DVR will be recognized within the
network. If DHCP or PPPoE is selected, this value will be assigned automatically.

Gateway: This field shows the gateway on your network for the DVR to use when communicating with any
devices not on the local network. If DHCP or PPPoE is selected, this value will be assigned automatically.

DNS Server 1: This field shows the primary DNS server for your network. If DHCP is selected and an
internet connection is available, this value should be assigned automatically. This field must have a valid
DNS address in order to use the DDNS feature (see Sections 4.6.3 and 7 DDNS for more detail).

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DNS Server 2: This field shows the secondary DNS server for your network.
HTTP Port: Port number for HTTP/WEB communication.

Additional information:

1. Set up the DVR Network Menu according to the instructions detailed in the Networking chapter of this
DVR’s manual.

a. If using DHCP, all settings will be detected automatically. While DHCP is a useful tool for

determining the network settings, if you set up your DVR in this manner its IP address may

change at different times for different reasons, particularly after a power failure. If the IP
address of the DVR changes, you may have difficulties accessing your DVR locally and/or

remotely. It is strongly recommended that you assign a fixed (static) IP address to your
DVR, and that in order to avoid address conflicts the IP address assigned be outside of the

DHCP range of addresses your router issues to DHCP clients. Please do not set the DHCP
address issued to the DVR by the router as its static IP address unless you take specific steps
that program your router to prevent such address conflicts.

b. If using a Fixed IP (recommended), you will need to input the information manually. In order for

DDNS to work, you must enter valid data, compatible with your network, for all four of the
network setting fields: IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and the DNS Address
(depending on your network hardware and configuration this may be the IP address of your
router/gateway, or it may be the actual IP address of the local DNS server).
The DNS server IP is required because your DNS server provides critical information
necessary for the DVR to communicate with the DDNS server.

You can obtain the actual DNS IP from your Internet Service Provider (ISP); or, from a PC located on the
same LAN as the DVR, go to http://www.dnsserverlist.org/ to obtain a list of the IP addresses of their
recommendation of the best servers to use for your location.

2. If you are connecting through a router, make sure that you have ‘opened up’ all the required network

ports in the port forwarding section of your router’s setup options. That is, you have directed the router to
send any incoming traffic using those IP ports to the LAN IP address of the DVR. Useful information about
router port forwarding can be found at www.portforward.com

. Different routers may use different terms for

port forwarding function. For instance, D-Link calls it virtual server, Netopia calls it pinholes.

The default port for the ENDEAVOR is: 80

Note: Port 80 is the default port used for web browsing. Because of this, in order to prevent the average
user from hosting a web server, most ISPs BLOCK traffic using port 80 from reaching the average site. If
you only plan to view your DVR on a LAN, you can use port 80, and don’t have to concern yourself with
DDNS or routers. However, if you desire remote access to your DVR, perhaps using DDNS (optional), you
MUST select functional ports and set up the port forwarding in your router. Other ports, such as 8080 and
8000 are sometimes blocked by ISPs as well.
What port(s) should be used? There are 65,535 valid IP ports to choose from. These are broken down into
three groups:

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