First Alert 1501 User Manual
Indoor/Outdoor Analog Wired
Cameras with 15" LCD Monitor
and Built-In DVR
Model 1501
USER'S MANUAL
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Due to continuing product development, the product inside the packaging may look
slightly different than the one on the package.
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Table of Contents
Safety ...............................................................................................................................1
Safety Precautions ...........................................................................................................................1
FCC Compliance .............................................................................................................................1
Disposal ........................................................................................................................................... 2
Getting to Know Your Model 1501 System ...................................................................3
Check Package Contents.................................................................................................................. 3
Features............................................................................................................................................ 4
About the Monitor-DVR.................................................................................................................. 4
Front Panel............................................................................................................................... 4
Rear Panel................................................................................................................................ 5
About the Remote Control............................................................................................................... 6
About the Cameras and Mounting Kits ........................................................................................... 7
Setting Up Your Model 1501 System .............................................................................8
General Precautions......................................................................................................................... 8
Assembling and Connecting the Monitor-DVR .............................................................................. 8
Installing and Connecting the Cameras...........................................................................................9
Connecting the Monitor-DVR to an External Connection.............................................................10
External HDD ........................................................................................................................ 10
Internet................................................................................................................................... 10
Alarm Input and Output......................................................................................................... 10
Mouse Operations.........................................................................................................12
Surveillance Interface.................................................................................................................... 12
Mouse Menus................................................................................................................................. 13
Shortcut Menu........................................................................................................................ 13
Menu Lock............................................................................................................................. 13
PTZ Control (option)............................................................................................................. 14
Manual Recording.................................................................................................................. 14
Stop Recording....................................................................................................................... 14
Operating Menus...........................................................................................................15
Main Menu ....................................................................................................................................15
Search ............................................................................................................................................ 16
Record Search........................................................................................................................ 16
File List.................................................................................................................................. 17
Log Search............................................................................................................................. 19
Record............................................................................................................................................ 19
HDD Management......................................................................................................................... 21
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Basic .............................................................................................................................................. 23
Language................................................................................................................................ 24
Date/Time .............................................................................................................................. 24
Password................................................................................................................................ 25
Display................................................................................................................................... 25
Video/Audio........................................................................................................................... 26
Advance......................................................................................................................................... 27
Alarm..................................................................................................................................... 28
System Information................................................................................................................ 29
Motion Detect ........................................................................................................................ 30
Mobile.................................................................................................................................... 31
System Maintenance..............................................................................................................31
PTZ Setup (option) ................................................................................................................ 32
Network Setup ....................................................................................................................... 33
IE Operation...................................................................................................................35
Download and Install ActiveX.......................................................................................................35
User login ...................................................................................................................................... 35
Login...................................................................................................................................... 35
Live........................................................................................................................................ 36
Playback................................................................................................................................. 37
Setup ...................................................................................................................................... 37
Technical Information...................................................................................................41
Warranty.........................................................................................................................43
Product Limited Warranty.............................................................................................................. 43
Warranty Exclusions...................................................................................................................... 43
Obtaining Service .......................................................................................................................... 44
Safety
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do not drop, puncture, or disassemble the camera.
Never tug on the power adapter. Use the plug to remove it from the wall.
Do not expose the camera to high temperatures.
For your own safety, avoid using the camera when there is a storm or lightning.
Use the device with care. Avoid pressing hard on the camera body.
Do not crush or damage the power cable.
FCC COMPLIANCE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjected to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with 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 residential installations. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interferen ce to radio
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur with a pa rticular
installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television equipment
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
received is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experience radio/TV technician for help.
Notice: Changes or modifications to the product could void the user's
authority to operate the product.
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DISPOSAL
These symbols indicate that it is prohibited to dispose of these batteries in
the household waste. You can take spent batteries that can no longer be
charged to the designated collection points in your community.
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Getting to Know
Your Model 1501 System
Congratulations on purchasing your First Alert Security Camera product. First Alert has
been helping families and businesses stay safe for over 50 years. By having a First Alert
Security Camera, you’re taking the first step in protecting your home or business from
damage or theft. We’re watching, even when you’re not.
CHECK PACKAGE CONTENTS
After unpacking the carton, check the contents for damage. Contact th e manufacturer
immediately if any part is missing or damaged.
500GB H.264 web-ready DVR system with 15” LCD monitor (1)
Wired indoor/outdoor cameras (4)
Camera stands (4)
Mounting kits (4)
60 ft BNC cables (4)
Remote control (1)
Mouse (1)
DC power splitter (1)
Power supply (2)
Installation CD (1)
User's Manual (1)
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FEATURES
15” LCD monitor with built-in DVR
Equipped with 500GB hard drive
H.264 compression format
Mobile phone / web-ready system
Includes 12 infrared LEDs for night vision
Indoor/outdoor cameras
Includes 60 ft BNC cables
ABOUT THE MONITOR-DVR
FRONT PANEL
15" high-definition, digital LCD
LCD panel power indicato
(1027x768, RGB)
base
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REAR PANEL
① Audio Output
② Video Output
③ Audio Input (1–4)
④ Video Input (1–4)
⑤ DC 12V Power Socket
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2
3
1
6
75
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⑥ USB Ports
⑦ Alarm In put (1-4)
GND: Ground
NO/COM: Alarm Output
485A/B: PTZ Control +/ 232TX/RR: RS232 connector to PC
+12V, 100 mA connectors to DC power relays
⑧ RJ45, Ethernet 10/100Base-T
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ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL
Keyboard 0-9
Open PTZ control window*
Input numbers and letters; in preview mode
select channels
Open Device Number input dialog box
Back space to delete current input
Page up; turn up
Page down; turn down
Move cursor up
Move cursor down
Move cursor left
Move cursor right
Enter
Return to previous menu; exit operation
Open main menu
Switch display modes (quad/single picture
view); press with direction key to choose
video output (CVBS, VGA, YUV)
Select next channel to view when in full
* Cameras supplied with 1501 system are not equipped with PTZ feature.
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screen
Open video file management dialog box
Open system information dialog box
Turn system audio output ON/OFF
Clear system alarm history information
Play/Pause
Select rewind speed (1x, 2x, 3x, or 4x)
Select forward speed (1x, 2x, 3x, or 4x)
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ABOUT THE CAMERAS AND MOUNTING KITS
The Model 1501 security system includes four wired-indoor/outdoor color CCD security
cameras, four camera stands, mounting kits and 60 ft of BNC cables for each camera.
IR LEDs
camera lens
adjustable
camera stand
mounting bracket
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Use only the two power supplies provided with the system.
Unplug the power supplies when th e system is not in use for extended time
periods.
Do not place any of the equipment near a radiator, vent, or other place where it
might be exposed to heat, moisture, dust, vibrations or strong magnetic fields.
Place the mo nitor in a well-ventilated location to p revent overheating.
Do not attempt to repair th e equipment. Contact a qualified technician or the
dealer for service. Any change or modification may damage the equipment and
invalidate the warranty.
ASSEMBLING AND CONNECTING THE MONITOR- DVR
1 Connect the mouse to the USB port on the monitor-DVR.
2 Place the monitor-DVR on its base and snap it into locked
position.
3 Connect the cable of the power supply adapter to the DC
12V connector on the bottom of the monitor-DVR. Plug
the power supply into a receptacle outlet.
The POWER indicator light on the front panel will light wh en
power is applied. When system initialization (boo t up) is
complete, the image from each active camera will display on the
quad-screen monitor.
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INST ALLING AND CONNECTING THE CAMERAS
1 Select the position for the camera and install a mounting bracket (supplied).
Screws and anchors are supplied. Use an appropriate screw type for the mounting surface.
2 Screw the camera on the bracket. Tighten the lock nut to secure the ca mera on
the bracket.
lock nut
thumb bolts
camera mounting
bracket
3 Adjust camera to the proper view angle. Make sure the lens is upright relative to your
subject. Tighten the thumb bolts.
4 Connect the power and video connectors to the corresponding connectors on the BNC
cable (supplied).
The cables are not weather resistant and should be sheltered from moisture, rain, and
sunlight.
BNC cable to
monitor-DV
connectors
from camera
5 Connect the BNC and power cable connectors to the power an d video connectors at the
monitor-DVR.
Note: When installing cameras on an external wall, pass the power cable through the
wall as close as possible to the cameras to reduce the chance of tampering w ith
the cables. After drilling any hole though an external wall for cable, make sure
the hole is sealed up around the cable using a sealant.
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video connection
audio connection
CONNECTING THE MONITOR-DVR TO AN EXTERNAL CONNECTION
EXTERNAL HDD
The Model 1501 system has an internal SATA 500GB HDD (hard disk drive), which can
be expanded with an external SATA HDD to 1TB by setting the jumper on SATA I, limit
to 1.5GB/s operation mode. Connect the HDD using the available USB port on the bottom
of the monitor-DVR.
INTERNET
Use the standard RJ45 connection on the bottom of the monitor-DVR to connect to a
computer or directly to the Internet. See the chapter on IE Operation.
ALARM INPUT AND OUTPUT
Typical alarm sensor connections follow. Use the wiring port on the bottom of the
monitor-DVR to make the connections.
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Normal-Close Connection
Normal-Open Connection
Alarm Output Connection
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