GE DSR-2000e User Manual

DSR

-

2000e

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0150-0163J / March 2004

This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio
communications.

You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.

CONTENTS

1 FEATURES, CONNECTIONS, AND SETUP ................................................... 1-1

1.1 Product Description ........................................................................................1-1

1.2 Features............................................................................................................ 1-1

1.3 Unpacking ........................................................................................................1-1

1.4 Installation Environment .................................................................................1-2

1.5 Passwords........................................................................................................ 1-2

1.6 Front Panel Controls .......................................................................................1-2

1.7 Front Panel Display .........................................................................................1-3

1.8 Back Panel Connections .................................................................................1-4

1.9 Accessories I/O Port........................................................................................1-6

1.10 Setting the Time and Date...............................................................................1-8

1.11 Setting the Alarms ...........................................................................................1-9

2 USER OPERATIONS ................................................................................. 2-1

2.1 Recording .........................................................................................................2-1

2.2 Playback ........................................................................................................... 2-2

2.3 The Search Interface .......................................................................................2-4

2.4 Specifying Search Parameters .......................................................................2-5

3 THE MENU SYSTEM................................................................................. 3-1

4 OPERATOR PROGRAMMING ...................................................................... 4-1

4.1 Main Menu → Time/Date.................................................................................. 4-1

4.2 Main Menu → Alarms.......................................................................................4-4

4.3 Main Menu → Timer Settings.......................................................................... 4-5

4.4 Main Menu → Record Settings .......................................................................4-6

4.5 Main Menu → Display Settings .......................................................................4-8

4.6 Main Menu → Archive Setup......................................................................... 4-10

4.7 Main Menu → Advanced Menu .....................................................................4-15

5 INSTALLER PROGRAMMING ...................................................................... 5-1

5.1 Advanced Menu → Disk Overwrite Mode ......................................................5-1

5.2 Advanced Menu → Disk Maintenance............................................................5-2

5.3 Advanced Menu →Audio Record Setting ......................................................5-3

5.4 Advanced Menu → Auto Delete Mode............................................................5-3

5.6 Advanced Menu → Multiplexer Format.......................................................... 5-7

5.7 Advanced Menu → Adjust Picture..................................................................5-7

5.8 Advanced Menu → Front Panel Lock.............................................................5-8

5.9 Advanced Menu → Factory Settings..............................................................5-8

5.10 Advanced Menu → Change Password...........................................................5-8

5.11 Advanced Menu → Languages.......................................................................5-9

5.12 Advanced Menu → Firmware Upgrade ..........................................................5-9

6 WAVEBROWSER ..................................................................................... 6-1

6.1 WaveBrowser Overview and Controls ........................................................... 6-2

6.2 DSR WaveLink .................................................................................................6-4

6.2.1 Functionality ................................................................................................6-4

6.3 Upgrading the DSR with WaveBrowser ......................................................... 6-5

7 RS-232 REMOTE PROTOCOL .................................................................. 7-1

8 FACTORY DEFAULTS ............................................................................... 8-1

9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................... 9-1

10 WARRANTY AND SERVICE...................................................................... 10-1

10.1 Factory Service.............................................................................................. 10-1

10.2 Warranty and Return Information.................................................................10-2

1 FEATURES, CONNECTIONS, AND SETUP

1.1 Product Description

The DSR-2000e is a Digital Video Recorder designed to be a direct replacement for a Time Lapse
VCR. Digital Video Recording allows the user to have continuous recording on a hard disk, without
the need for replacing or rewinding of videotapes. The DSR provides menu based search capabilities
for recorded events, as well as access to live or recorded data via the Ethernet.

1.2 Features

• Single channel VHS or SVHS Input / Output connection.

• Accepts Single Camera input or a Multiplexed input from most popular multiplexers.

• Compatible with Color or Monochrome cameras.

• Records up to 60 pictures per second (NTSC) or 50 pictures per second (PAL).

• Continuous Recording in Disk Overwrite mode.

• LCD on front panel indicates Time, Date, Mode, and Record Speed in pps.

• Video Archiving via the unit's SCSI port.

• Access to Live or Recorded video via the Ethernet.

• Continues Recording while Archiving, transmitting via the Ethernet, or during Playback.

• A simple on-screen menu system.

• Includes WaveReader software for viewing Live or Recorded images on a PC.

• Timed Recording.

• Audio Recording.

• Programmable Auto Delete Mode.

• Auto-Daylight savings time change function.

• Clock synchronization with Network Server.

• Integrated WaveBrowser Software.

• Dynamic IP addressing (DHCP).

1.3 Unpacking

Check the package and contents for visible damage. If any components are missing or damaged,
contact the supplier immediately. Do not attempt to use the unit. If, for any reason they must be
returned, the contents must be shipped in the original packaging.

Package Contents

• The DSR unit.

• The DSR user manual.

• WaveReader software with User Manual.

• Archiving Addendum.

1.4 Installation Environment

Power: Ensure that the site's AC power is stable and within the rated voltage of the external power

supply. If the site's AC power is likely to have spikes or power dips, use power line conditioning or an
Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS).

Ventilation: Install the unit in a well-ventilated area. Take note of the locations of the cooling vents in
the unit's enclosure, and ensure that they are not obstructed.

Temperature: Observe the unit's ambient temperature specifications when choosing a location
space. Extremes of heat or cold beyond the specified operating temperature limits may cause the unit
to fail. Do not install the unit on top of other hot equipment.

Moisture: Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Moisture can damage the internal components.
Do not install this unit near sources of water.

Chassis: You can place other equipment on top of the unit if it weighs less than 35 pounds.

1.5 Passwords

Figure 1-1 Passwords

Password Name Function Changeable by user? Password

Advanced Menu

Password

Provides access to the

Advances menu for the

installer.

Yes: See page 5-8

3 4 7 7

Factory Password

Restores the unit to the

factory defaults.

No

8 1 1 1

A password is provided to limit access to the Advanced menu. It is recommended that the default
password be changed after installation is complete. As a security measure, store the password in the
administrator's secured files or in a limited access area. For instructions on entering the Advanced

menu with the password see section 4.7 Main Menu → Advanced Menu on page 4-15.

A password is also provided to return the unit to the factory defaults. For instructions on returning the

unit to the factory defaults, see section 5.9 Advanced Menu → Factory Settings on page 5-8.

1.6 Front Panel Controls

Figure 1-2 Front Panel

RECORD

ENTER

STOPREVERSE PLAY PLAY PAUSE SEARCH

REC/PLAY

SPEED

POWER

POWER
LOSS

ALARM

MENU

REW FF

10 11 12 13 14

1. Infrared Port: This feature is not yet available.

2. Record button: Press this button to begin recording.

3. Reverse play button: Press this button to playback video in reverse at the normal record speed.

4. Stop button: Press this button to stop Recording or Playback.

5. Play Forward button: Press this button to playback video at the normal record speed.

6. Pause button: Press this button to pause playback.

7. Search button: Press this button to enter the Search Filters menu.

8. Combination Menu and Enter button: Press the lower half of the button (the Menu button) to
enter the Menu system. Also used to "Exit without saving" while in the menu system.

--OR—

Press the upper half of the button (the Enter button) to make or confirm a selection in the menu
system.

9. Jog / Shuttle: The Jog (the inner of the two dials) is used for single frame advance while in
Pause mode, it is also used to change the value of a parameter while in the menu system. The
Shuttle (the outer of the two dials) is used to Fast Forward and Rewind while in the Play mode.
The Shuttle is also used to navigate while in the menu system.

10. LCD: Displays the Time, Date, Mode, and Record or Playback speed in pictures per second (pps).

11. Increase and Decrease Record Speed buttons: Press these buttons to increase or decrease

the Record or Playback speed.

12. Alarm Indicator: Indicates an alarm condition when the LED is lit.

13. Power Loss Indicator: Indicates power loss when LED is lit.

14. Power On Indicator: Indicates power is on when LED is lit.

1.7 Front Panel Display

Figure 1-3 LCD

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STOP

A60p

1

2

3

4

1. Time: Displays current time in Record and Stop mode. Displays time the event was recorded in

Play and Pause modes.

2. Date: Displays current date in Record and Stop mode. Displays date the event was recorded in
Play and Pause modes.

3. Mode: Displays the mode (Record, Play, Pause, Stop, Etc.) the unit is in.

4. Record Speed: Displays the normal record or playback speed in pps.

1.8 Back Panel Connections

Figure 1-4 Back Panel

ETHERNET

I/O

10/100

12V DC

RS-232

1 ALARM IN

2 ALARM OUT

3 RECORD START IN

4 ALARM RECORD
RESET
5 VEXT PULSE OUT
6 ERROR OUT
7 GROUND
8 VIDEOLOSS OUT
9 DISK END OUT

1234567

8

SCSI

INININ

OUT

OUT

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

SVHS

COMP

1. Ethernet Port: For viewing Live or Recorded images on a PC via the Ethernet.

2. Power Connector: Connect 12 Volt DC external power supply.

3. I/O Port: For connecting peripheral devices such as alarm devices, alarm relays, or the VEXT

connection.

4. SCSI Port: For connecting an SCSI compatible archive device.

5. RS-232 Serial Port: Serial port for Flash Upgrading of software. Also for external control of
unit.

6. Audio In: RCA jack, 315mV, 40k Ohms. Unbalanced.

Audio Out: RCA jack, 315mV, 600 Ohms. Unbalanced.

7. SVHS In: Y/C video input with 4-pin mini-DIN style connector.

SVHS Out: Y/C video output with 4-pin mini-DIN style connector.

8. Video In: Composite video input with BNC style connector.

Video Out: Composite video output with BNC style connector.

Caution: Do not connect both video inputs at the same time.

Ethernet Port

Wire Type: Cat 5

Connector Type: RJ-45

Max Cable Length: 100 feet / 30.5 meters

Minimum Cable Length: 6 feet / 1.8 meters

Hub Wiring Configuration: Straight Through

PC Wiring Configuration: Cross Over

The cable connection configuration depends on your
network configuration:

• For a DSR that connects directly to a Hub, use a

Straight Through connection.

• For a DSR that connects directly to a PC, use a

Cross Over connection.

Consult with your MIS personnel for the specific type

of configuration. See section 5.5 Advanced Menu →

Communications for information about configuring
the ethernet settings in the menu system.

RJ-45 Pin Configuration for Ethernet Port

Pin Use

Pin Use

1 TX+ 5 Not Connected

2 TX- 6 RX-

3 RX+ 7 Not Connected

4 Not Connected 8 Not Connected

82 3 4 5 6 71

RJ-45 Connector on

Back Panel

Power Connector

Power Supply Input

Power Supply Output

Voltage: 120 to 240 Volt AC

Tolerance: ±10%

Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz

Voltage: 12 Volt DC

Power: 35 Watt

Connector: 2.1mm barrel, Center

Positive

SCSI Port

Connector: 50 Pin, High Density SCSI-2.

Gender (on unit): Female

Compatible devices: DAT, AIT, CD-R, CD-RW

Autoloader Support?: No

SCSI ID: 0

The unit is equipped with a SCSI port for
connecting external archive devices. The unit only
supports a single SCSI device. The SCSI ID must
be set to 0.

The SCSI bus must be terminated, otherwise the
system will not operate properly.

Additional menu setup may be necessary to
configure archive device. See section 4.6 Main

Menu → Archive Setup.

RS-232 Serial Port

Use a Null Modem cable when connecting to a
PC. When connecting to a multiplexer, it may
be necessary to construct a cable using the pin­out documentation of the MUX as a guide. See
the pin-out configuration for the DSR below.

Connector Type: DB-9

Gender (on unit): Male

Cable Required (Connected to PC): Null Modem

Cable Required (Connected to Multiplexer):

Variable, depending on pin-out configuration of
MUX.

DB-9 Pin Configuration for Serial Port

Pin Use

Pin Use

Pin Use

1 DCD 4 Not Connected 7 RTS

2 RX 5 Ground 8 CTS

3 TX 6 Not Connected 9 Not Connected

1

5

6

9

DB-9 Connector on

Video Input and Output

The unit is equipped with both Y/C and Composite
inputs and outputs. The video inputs are auto
terminating.

The SVHS input is Active Looping, and will only
loop while the unit is on.

Do not connect both video inputs at the same time.

SVHS Input: 4-pin Mini-DIN connector.

SVHS Output: 4-pin Mini-DIN connector.

SVHS Looping: Only while unit is On.

Composite Input: 75 Ohm BNC connector.

Composite Output: 75 Ohm BNC connector.

Composite Looping: Yes, while unit is On or Off.

1.9 Accessories I/O Port

ACCESSORIES

1 5

6 9

The back panel of the unit is equipped with an Accessories Port (DB-9
style connector). Connect the Accessories PCB (supplied with the unit) to
the Accessories Port. Wire all accessories to the Accessories PCB.

Do not attempt to wire accessories directly to the DB-9 connector.

If the Accessories PCB is lost or missing, contact GE Security Customer
Service for a replacement (Part Number 0900-0127a). As a substitute,
purchase a female DB-9 connector and make all connections as shown in
this section.

DB-9 Connector on

Back Panel

Pin 1: Alarm In.

Pin 2: Alarm Out.

Pin 3: Record Start In.

Pin 4: Alarm Record Reset.

Pin 5: VEXT Pulse Out.

Pin 6: Error Out.

Pin 7: Ground.

Pin 8: Videoloss Out.

Pin 9: Disk End Out.

Pin 10: Ground.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

GND

Accessories PCB

Alarm In

An alarm condition can be activated by an Active Low TTL input
or by relay contact devices such as pressure pads, passive
infrareds, door switches, or other similar devices.

Input: Active Low TTL w/ pull-ups
or Normally Open Relay.

High: 5V (12V tolerant)
Low: Ground

Minimum Duration: 0.5 Seconds

Figure 1-5 Normally Open Relay Alarm Connection

Pin 1

Pin 7 or 10

Alarm Input

Ground

Accessories PCB

Typical Alarm Device

Normally Open

(Closes During Alarm)

Alarm Out

The Alarm output is activated when a teletext alarm is detected,
or while the Alarm Input is active. The Alarm output is only
active for the duration of the alarm event.

Output: Active Low
High: 12V
Low: Ground
Current Out: 50mA Max
Short Circuit Protected.

Low for duration of alarm.

Record Start In

Record Start In will place the unit in Record mode when
activated. Compatible with the Disk End Out signal from a
second unit.

Input: Active Low TTL w/ pull-ups
or Normally Open Relay.

High: 5V (12V tolerant)
Low: Ground

Minimum Duration: 0.5 Seconds

Alarm Record Reset

This feature is for future development, and has not yet been implemented.

VEXT Pulse Out

Output: Active Low
High: 5V
Low: Ground (0.8V Max)
Current Out: 50mA Max
Short Circuit Protected.

The Video External Pulse connection (VEXT) simplifies
multiplexer operation by automatically synchronizing the
Multiplexer and the DSR.

The DSR sends a VEXT pulse to the Multiplexer indicating that it
is ready to record the next image. The Multiplexer responds by
sending the next image to the Video Input on the DSR.

The VEXT connection is especially beneficial for units
configured with dual record speeds (Normal and Alarm).

Use of the VEXT connection is Highly Recommended when
connecting the unit to a multiplexer.

Error Out

The Error Out signal is activated when the unit experiences any
operational or internal error.

Output: Open Collector
High: Transistor Off
Low: Transistor On
Active When On.
Current Out: 10mA Max

Minimum Duration: 0.5 Seconds

Videoloss Out

The Videoloss Out signal is activated when the unit experiences
videoloss on the selected video input (Composite or SVHS).

In the event of videoloss, VIDEOLOSS will be indicated near the
upper left hand corner of the primary monitor.

Output: Open Collector
High: Transistor Off
Low: Transistor On
Active When On.
Current Out: 10mA Max

Minimum Duration: 0.5 Seconds

Disk End Out

The Disk End Out is activated when there is 5 minutes of
recording space left on the hard disk. It will also be activated if a
DAT or AIT tape archiving device is connected, and the tape
end is encountered. The DSR must be in Record mode, with
Background Archiving ON, and set to Continuous Overwrite
mode.

Output: Open Collector
High: Transistor Off
Low: Transistor On
Active When On.
Current Out: 10mA Max

Minimum Duration: 0.5 Seconds

1.10 Setting the Time and Date

It is recommended that, as a minimum, the following menu items be configured before using the unit.
For detailed information about using the menu system, see section 3.

o Main Menu → Time/Date → Set Time Format

Time Format Setup

Select Format

12 Hour

To set the Time format, use the Jog to select the desired Time format.
Format the time as either:

• 12 HOUR

• 24 HOUR

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

o Main Menu → Time/Date → Set Date Format

Date Format Setup

Select Format

MM/DD/YY

To set the Date format, use the Jog to select the desired Date format.
Format the Date as either:

• DD/MM/YY

• MM/DD/YY

• YY/MM/DD

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

o Main Menu → Time/Date → Set Time

Time Setup

HH MM SS

03 05 53

[CANCEL] [OK]

To set the Time:

1. With HH MM SS highlighted, press the Enter button. The

highlighting will move to the row of numbers.

2. Enter the time in Hours, Minutes, and Seconds. Use the Jog to
change the values. Use the Shuttle to navigate among the
three fields.

3. Press the Enter button to confirm the selection.

4. To Save the changes and Exit the menu: Use the Jog to
select [OK], then press the Enter button.

--OR--

5. To Exit the menu without making changes: Use the Jog to

o Main Menu → Time/Date → Set Date

Date Setup

MM DD YY DAY

12 17 00 SUN

[CANCEL] [OK]

To set the Date:

1. With MM DD YY DAY highlighted, press the Enter button. The
highlighting will move to the row of numbers.

2. Enter the date in Months, Days, Years. Day of the Week will
update automatically. Use the Jog to change the values. Use
the Shuttle to navigate among the three fields.

3. Press the Enter button to confirm the selection.

4. To Save the changes and Exit the menu: Use the Jog to
select [OK], then press the Enter button.

--OR--

5. To Exit the menu without making changes: Use the Jog to
select [CANCEL], then press the Enter button.

1.11 Setting the Alarms

o Main Menu → Alarms

Alarm Settings

Hardwire Alarm : Enable
Teletext Alarm : Disable
Alarm Buzzer : Enable
[CANCEL] [OK]

Use this menu to specify:

• Whether an alarm condition will be activated when the

unit detects a signal on the Alarm In connection.

• Whether a teletext alarm signal (generated by a

multiplexer or other device) will cause the unit to
activate an alarm condition.

• Whether the internal buzzer is activated during an

alarm condition.

Alarm Settings

Hardwire Alarm : Enable
Teletext Alarm : Disable
Alarm Buzzer : Enable
[CANCEL] [OK]

To configure the alarm settings:

1. Use the Shuttle to navigate among the fields.

2. Use the Jog to change the values of the highlighted

fields.

3. To Save the changes and Exit the menu: Use the
Jog to select [OK], then press the Enter button.

--OR--

4. To Exit the menu without making changes: Use the
Jog to select [CANCEL], then press the Enter button.

2 USER OPERATIONS

2.1 Recording

RECORD

To begin recording, press the Record button. RECORD will be indicated for
three seconds, near the upper left hand corner of the primary monitor. The
unit always starts recording at the end of the previously recorded data.

Recording will continue until:

• Another mode is selected (Play mode, or Stop mode).

• The disk is full (In No Overwrite and Overwrite Once modes).

See section 5.1 Advanced Menu → Disk Overwrite Mode on

page 5-1, for details regarding Disk Overwrite modes.

Record button

Figure 2-1 LCD in Record mode

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REC

A0.2p

1

2

3

4

1. Current time.

2. Record time left until disk full.

3. Record Mode Indicated.

4. Normal Record Speed in Pictures Per Second. If the letter A precedes the record rate, the unit is

configured to record or playback audio.

Normal Recording

SPEED

REC/PLAY

The unit records at the normal record speed until an alarm condition is detected.
The normal record speed is indicated on the LCD, and can be altered using the
Up/Down Record Speed buttons, or in the menu system.

For information about altering the normal record speed from the menu system, see

Main Menu → Record Settings → Normal Record Speed, on page 4-7 of the

Operator Programming section of this manual.

The normal record speed can be altered while the unit is recording. The unit will
continue recording while the menu system is active.

Record Speed

buttons

Alarm Recording

ALARM

When an alarm condition is detected, the unit automatically switches to the
alarm record speed. The alarm condition is indicated in several ways:

• With the word ALARM, displayed on the primary monitor, near the

upper left hand corner of the screen.

• With the LED Alarm Indicator on the front panel of the unit.

• With the internal buzzer (if activated in the menu system). For

information about activating the internal buzzer during alarms, see

Main Menu → Alarms on page 4-3 of the Operator programming

section of this manual.

• By an external device, connected to the alarm output of the unit (if

the unit is installed that way).

Alarm Indicator

The alarm record speed cannot be changed using the Up/Down Record Speed buttons on the front
panel. The alarm record speed must be changed in the menu system. For information about altering

the alarm record speed, see Main Menu → Record Settings → Alarm Record Speed, on page 4-7

of the Operator Programming section of this manual.

The front panel LCD displays the normal record speed during and alarm condition.

The unit returns to the normal record speed when the alarm condition ends.

Disk Nearly Full Notification

Message

Disk Full. Recording Has Stopped.

[OK]

This message will appear on the primary monitor to
indicate that the unit has stopped recording, because
the disk is full.

In No Overwrite mode: The user must acknowledge
the on-screen message by pressing the Enter button.

Unit will not record over previously recorded data. To continue recording, the data must be erased (or

deleted) in the Advanced → Disk Maintenance menu.

In Overwrite Once mode: The user must acknowledge the on-screen message by pressing the Enter
button.

The unit will continue recording again when the user presses the Record button.

2.2 Playback

Figure 2-2 LCD during playback

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PLAY>
A0.2p

1

2

3

4

1. Time the data was recorded.

2. Date the data was recorded.

3. Play Forward mode indicated.

4. Normal record speed in Pictures Per Second. If the letter A precedes the record rate, the unit is

configured to record or playback audio.

Play Forward

PLAY

To begin normal playback, press the Play Forward button. The unit will begin
playing back data from the beginning of the last recording session.

Playback is indicated:

• As PLAY near the upper left hand corner of the primary monitor, for

three seconds.

• As PLAY> on the LCD.

Play Forward

button

Reverse Play

REVERSE PLAY

To begin reverse playback, press the Reverse play button. The unit will begin
playing back data from the beginning of the last recording session.

Reverse playback is indicated:

• As REVERSE PLAY near the upper left hand corner of the primary

monitor, for three seconds.

• As PLAY< on the LCD.

If there is only one recording session on the hard disk, the unit will indicate START
OF DATA on the primary monitor.

Reverse play

button

Playback Speed

SPEED

REC/PLAY

The unit will playback the data at the rate it was recorded. The user can alter the
playback speed using the Up/Down Record Speed buttons.

Altering the playback speed overrides any change in playback speed that would
occur due to an alarm condition in the playback. To clear the override, press the
Stop button, then press the Play button to resume playback at the speed the data
was recorded.

The playback speed is indicated on the LCD in Pictures Per Second.

Record Speed

buttons

Fast Forward

REW FF

During playback, rotate the Shuttle clockwise to view the data at a Higher than
normal rate. Increasing the amount of rotation increases the rate of playback.

Fast Forward is indicated:

• As FAST FORWARD near the upper left hand corner of the primary

monitor, for three seconds.

• As FFWD on the LCD.

Jog / Shuttle

Rewind

REW FF

During playback, rotate the Shuttle counter-clockwise to view the data (in
reverse) at a Higher than normal rate. Increasing the amount of rotation increases
the rate of playback.

Rewind is indicated:

• As REWIND near the upper left hand corner of the primary monitor, for

three seconds.

• As REW on the LCD.

Jog / Shuttle

Pause

PAUSE

During playback, press the Pause button to pause playback, and display a single
frame on-screen.

Pause is indicated:

• As PAUSE near the upper left hand corner of the primary monitor, for

three seconds.

• As PAUSE on the LCD.

Pause button

Single Frame Advance & Single Frame Rewind

REW FF

During Pause mode, rotate the Jog dial to view the frame directly before or after
the frame displayed on-screen.

Jog / Shuttle

AutoPause

During playback, moving the Jog (the inner dial) in any direction will freeze
playback. Depress the Freeze or any Play button to continue playback.

Start of Data & End of Data

If the start or end of data is reached during playback, START OF DATA or END OF DATA is indicated
near the upper left hand corner of the primary monitor.

2.3 The Search Interface

SEARCH

The Search Interface feature allows the user to search the hard disk for recorded
events, such as an alarm condition, or a previous recording session. For example,
each time Record mode is activated, it is considered a separate recording
session.

To enter the Search Filters menu, press the Search button. The Search Filters
menu is displayed on the primary monitor.

Search button

Search Filters

Start
DATE: 12/25/00 [ ]
(MM/DD/YY)

Stop
01/01/01 [ ]
(MM/DD/YY)

Start
TIME: 11:11:21 [ ]

Stop
12:34:34 [ ]

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
CAMERA: [ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ]

ALARM: [ ]

Use this to specify:

• The Start and Stop date of

the search.

• The Start and Stop time of

the search.

• Which cameras to search

exclusively.

• To search for recorded

alarms.

Searching for All Recorded Events

Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight [START SEARCH], then press the Enter button. The Search
Results window will appear. For information about selecting a recorded event, see Selecting from

the Search Results, in this section.

2.4 Specifying Search Parameters

Selecting a Start and Stop Date

1. Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight the DATE parameter, then press the Enter button. The

unit will enter Edit mode.

2. Use the Jog to change the start and stop date values. Use the Shuttle to navigate among the
different parameters.

3. To activate the start or stop date parameter, use the Jog to place an [X] in the check box.

4. Press the Enter button at any time to exit Edit mode.

Selecting a Start and Stop Time

1. Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight the TIME parameter, then press the Enter button. The

unit will enter Edit mode.

2. Use the Jog to change the start and stop time values. Use the Shuttle to navigate among the
different parameters.

3. To activate the start or stop time parameter, use the Jog to place an [X] in the check box.

4. Press the Enter button at any time to exit Edit mode.

Selecting Cameras to Search

1. Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight the CAMERA parameter, then press the Enter button. The

unit will enter Edit mode.

2. Use the Shuttle to navigate among the different cameras.

3. Use the Jog to select a camera (or cameras) by placing an [X] in the check box.

4. Press the Enter button at any time to exit Edit mode.

Searching for Recorded Alarms

1. Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight the ALARM parameter, then press the Enter button. The

unit will enter Edit mode.

2. Use the Jog to activate the alarms search, by placing an [X] in the check box.

3. Press the Enter button at any time to exit Edit mode.

Starting the Search

Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight the [START SEARCH] parameter, then press the Enter button.
The Search Results menu will appear.

Search Results

000
001
002
003

Start Date

01/01/00
01/01/00
02/12/00
02/12/00

Start Time

00:07:14
23:35:20
23:43:30
00:17:23

Days HH MM SS
0 00:00:36
0 00:08:11
0 00:33:49
0 01:38:18

“ENTER” to play

Selecting from the Search Results

Use the Shuttle to select a recorded event.

Press the Enter button to select the event, or press the Menu button to exit the Search Results menu.

3 THE MENU SYSTEM

This section provides a brief overview of the menu system, for complete information about Operator
and Installer programming, see section 4: Operator Programming, or section 5: Installer

Programming.

How to use this Manual

Throughout this manual, there are headings like these.

o Main Menu → Timer Settings

Meaning: From the Main menu, select TIMER SETTINGS, then press the Enter button. A Pop-up or
Pull down menu will appear.

o Main Menu → Record Settings → Normal Record Speed

Meaning: From the Main menu, select RECORD SETTINGS, then press the Enter button. This opens
another menu. In this menu, select NORMAL RECORD SPEED, then press the Enter button.

A Pop-up or Pull down menu will appear.

Pull-down Menus

Pull-down menus are the top-level menus. Make a selection in a Pull-down menu to enter the
appropriate sub-menu (typically a Pop-up menu). Changes to the unit's parameters are usually made
in Pop-up menus.

To exit a Pull-down menu, press the Menu button.

Pop-up Menus

Pop-up menus usually have a parameter (or several parameters), from which the user can make a
selection or change the value.

Use the Shuttle to select a new parameter, use the Jog to change the value of that parameter.

To Save changes and Exit the menu: Select [OK], the press the Enter
button.

To Exit the menu without making changes: Press the Menu button or
select [CANCEL], then press the Enter button.

ENTER

MENU

Menu button

In some boxes, items are highlighted on the screen. They are represented in this manual as follows:

Not highlighted: Highlighted:

TIME/DATE ALARMS

Entering the Main menu

Enter the Main menu by pressing the Menu button. The Main menu will
appear on the primary monitor.

ENTER

MENU

Menu button

The Main Menu

Time/Date
Alarms
Timer Settings

Record Settings
Display Settings
Archive Setup

The Main menu provides access to all of the operator programmable
options. Each sub-section of the Main menu is described briefly in this
section.

For complete information about operator programming in the Main menu,
see section 4.

Advanced Menu
About

o Main Menu → Time/Date

Set Time Format
Set Date Format
Set Time
Set Date
Set Region
Set Network Time Protocol

Use this menu to specify:

• The time format: 12 or 24 hours.

• The date format: MM/DD/YY, DD/MM/YY, or

YY/MM/DD.

• The time.

• The date.

• Set the Region for the Auto Daylight Savings Time

feature.

• Setup clock synchronization between the DSR and

the Network Server.

o Main Menu → Alarms

Alarm Settings

Hardwire Alarm : Enable
Teletext Alarm : Disable
Alarm Buzzer : Enable
[CANCEL] [OK]

Use this menu to specify:

• Whether an alarm condition will be activated when the

unit detects a signal on the Alarm In connection.

• Whether a teletext alarm signal (generated by a

multiplexer or other device) will cause the unit to
activate an alarm condition.

• Whether the internal buzzer is activated during an

alarm condition.

o Main Menu → Timer Settings

DAY START STOP SPD(pps) QUALITY ON/OFF
31

SAT
MON-FRI
SAT-SUN
MON-SUN

--

16:45
07:55
09:56
14:23
02:23

--:--

17:05
08:10
11:05
14:50
03:34

--:--

20
10
60
60
20

--

[OK]

High
Med
Low
High
Med

--

On
Off
On
On
Off

--

This menu allows the user to
program a timed-recorded
event. Use this menu to
specify:

• The date, or days on

which the recording
will occur.

• The start and stop

time.

• The record speed.

• The record quality.

• Whether the event is

enabled.

EDIT Mode Hit "ENTER" To Toggle EDIT Mode

o Main Menu → Record Settings

Video Input
Color/Mono
Normal Record Speed
Alarm Record Speed
Video Quality

Use this menu to specify:

• Which video input on the back panel is activated.

• Color or Monochrome recording.

• The record speed during Normal recording.

• The record speed when the unit detects an alarm condition.

• The recorded picture quality.

o Main Menu → Display Settings

Current Time / Date
Record Capacity
Archive Status
Last Alarm

Record Playback Speed
Playback Time / Date

Use this menu to specify what status information will be displayed on
the primary monitor. Select On or Off, for the following items.

• The current time and date.

• The remaining amount of time before the hard disk runs

out of record space.

• The Archive Status.

• The time and date of the last alarm.

• The Record or Playback Speed.

• During Playback, the time and date the recording was

made.

o Main Menu → Archive Setup

Selective archive
Restore from archive
Background archive
Quickwave Setup

Archive Overwrite Mode
Erase Archive Medium

Use this menu to:

• Select data to be archived and begin archiving process.

• Restore data from archive device.

• Enable background archiving.

• Enable or Disable QuickWave Setup.

• Specify how the unit will handle overwrite issues when the

archive medium becomes full.

• Erase the archived data.

o Main Menu → Advanced Menu

Password Box

Please Enter The Password!

0---

To access the Advanced menu:

1. Select ADVANCED MENU from the Main menu, then

press the Enter button. The Password Box will
appear.

2. Enter the Advanced menu password. Use the Jog to
select a character, then use the Enter button to
complete the selection, and move to the next
character.

3. Pressing the Enter button on the last character will
complete the password selection and the unit will
display the Advanced menu.

o Main Menu → About

Use this menu to display information about the DSR. Select Main Menu → About to display the About

DSR screen.

The Advanced Menu

Disk Overwrite Mode
Disk Maintenance
Audio Record Setting
Auto Delete Mode
Communications
Multiplexer Format

Adjust Picture
Front Panel Lock
Factory Settings
Change Password
Languages
Firmware Upgrade

For security reasons, a password is provided to limit access to the
Advanced menu. For instructions about entering the Advanced menu,

see Main Menu → Advanced Menu, on the previous page.

The Advanced menu provides access to all of the installer
programmable options. Each sub-section of the Advanced menu is
described briefly in this section.

For complete information about installer programming in the Advanced
menu, see section 5.

o Advanced Menu → Disk Overwrite Mode

Disk Overwrite Mode

Select Mode

Continuous Overwrite

Use this menu to specify how the unit will handle disk overwrite
issues once the hard disk becomes full. Select either:

• No Overwrite.

• Overwrite Once.

• Continuous Overwrite.

o Advanced Menu → Disk Maintenance

Delete
Undelete
Erase

The user can have previously recorded information:

• Deleted (with the possibility of restoring it).

• Undeleted (restored if it has not yet been overwritten).

• Erased (removed with no possibility of restoring it).

o Advanced Menu → Audio Record Setting

OFF
ON

Use this menu to:

• Enable or Disable the audio recording capability of the DSR.

Audio Limitations: To record audio at least one the unit’s video inputs must be set to record video at
a rate of 1pps or faster.

o Advanced Menu → Auto Delete Mode

Use this menu to program the Auto Delete Mode. The options available are from 7 to 99 days and Off.
Off is the default setting.

ADM will change. Are you sure?

Message

ADM Setting

99 Days

Yes

o Advanced Menu → Communications

Baud Rate
Ethernet Settings
Modem Settings

Use thus menu to specify:

• The data transfer rate for the RS-232 serial port.

• The units Ethernet network connection settings.

• The units Modem Settings.

o Advanced Menu → Multiplexer Format

The DSR is compatible with several different brands of
multiplexers. Use this menu to specify the Playback format of
the multiplexer. If the unit is not connected to a multiplexer,
select NONE.

Note: The DSR will auto detect the camera type connected
(NTSC or PAL) and will only display the supported multiplexers
available in that format.

o Advanced Menu → Adjust Picture

Use this menu to specify the Brightness, Contrast, and Saturation of the video input.
Adjustments made to the video input will alter the recorded image.

Brightness
Contrast
Saturation

o Advanced Menu → Front Panel Lock

Unlock Keyboard
Lock Keyboard

Use this menu to Lock or Unlock the front panel.

o Advanced Menu → Factory Settings

Password Box

Use this menu to enter the Factory Password, and
restore the unit to the factory defaults.

Please enter the Factory Password

O---

o Advanced Menu → Change Password

Password Box

Use this menu to change the Advanced Menu
Password.

Enter a new Password

O---

o Advanced Menu → Languages

Use this menu to select the language the DSR will display.

o Advanced Menu → Firmware Upgrade

Use this menu to Flash upgrade the DSR via the RS232 Serial port. The preferred method to upgrade
the unit is via the ethernet using the built-in WaveBrowser (See section 6).

Firmware Upgrade

WARNING!!! Do not power off unit until the operation is done,

Do you want to continue?

[OK] [CANCEL]

To upgrade the DSR from this menu requires the following items:

• A PC connected to the DSR via the serial port with a null modem cable.

• The WinFlash program.

• The upgrade file.

For further information and for obtaining the upgrade files and WinFlash program please contact GE
Security Technical Support at 1-800-469-1676.

4 OPERATOR PROGRAMMING

4.1 Main Menu → Time/Date

Set Time Format
Set Date Format
Set Time
Set Date
Set Region
Set Network Time Protocol

Use this menu to specify:

• The time format: 12 or 24 hours.

• The date format: MM/DD/YY, DD/MM/YY, or

YY/MM/DD.

• The time.

• The date.

• Set the Region for the Auto Daylight Savings Time

feature.

• Setup clock synchronization between the DSR and

the Network Server.

o Main Menu → Time/Date → Set Time Format

Time Format Setup

Select Format

12 HOUR

To set the Time format, use the Jog to select the desired Time format.
Format the time as either:

• 12 HOUR

• 24 HOUR

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

o Main Menu → Time/Date → Set Date Format

Date Format Setup

Select Format

MM/DD/YY

To set the Date format, use the Jog to select the desired Date format.
Format the Date as either:

• DD/MM/YY

• MM/DD/YY

• YY/MM/DD

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

o Main Menu → Time/Date → Set Time

Time Setup

HH MM SS

03 05 53

[CANCEL] [OK]

To set the Time:

1. With HH MM SS highlighted, press the Enter button. The
highlighting will move to the row of numbers.

2. Enter the time in Hours, Minutes, and Seconds. Use the Jog to
change the values. Use the Shuttle to navigate among the
three fields.

3. Press the Enter button to confirm the selection.

4. To Save the changes and Exit the menu: Use the Jog to
select [OK], then press the Enter button.

--OR--

5. To Exit the menu without making changes: Use the Jog to
select [CANCEL], then press the Enter button.

o Main Menu → Time/Date → Set Date

Date Setup

MM DD YY DAY

12 17 00 SUN

[CANCEL] [OK]

To set the Date:

1. Press the Enter button. The highlighting will move to the row of
numbers.

2. Enter the date in Months, Days, Years. Day of the Week will
update automatically. Use the Jog to change the values. Use
the Shuttle to navigate among the three fields.

3. Press the Enter button to confirm the selection.

4. To Save the changes and Exit the menu: Use the Jog to
select [OK], then press the Enter button.

--OR--

5. To Exit the menu without making changes: Use the Jog to
select [CANCEL], then press the Enter button.

o Main Menu → Time/Date → Set Region

Use this menu option to set the region for the Auto
Daylight Savings Time feature. Choices are:

• OFF: Clock will not be changed automatically.

• USA: DST starts at 02:00 on the first Sunday in

April. DST ends at 02:00 on the last Sunday in
October. Includes: United States (except Hawaii,
American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, Virgin
Islands, parts of Indiana and Arizona) and
Canada (except Saskatchewan).

• EUR: DST starts at 01:00 GMT on the last

Sunday in March. DST ends at 01:00 GMT on
the last Sunday in October. Includes: European
Union Countries.

• AUS: DST starts at 02:00 on the last Sunday in

October. DST ends at 03:00 on the last Sunday
in March. Includes: South Australia, Victoria,
ACT, NSW. Excludes: Tasmania.

Daylight Saving :
Time Zone :

SUN, 6 APR 2003 02:00 (+1)
SUN, 26 OCT 2003 02:00 (-1)

GMT+07:00

USA

Regional Settings

[CANCEL] [OK]

The clock will only be automatically adjusted once on a given time and date. If you manually set the
clock back before the last DST change, the time will not get automatically adjusted again for that same
time change.

q Main Menu → Time/Date → Network Time Setup

Use this menu to enable/disable and specify how often time synchronization should occur between the
DSR and the Network Server. The Region /Time Zone must be setup prior to enabling the option.

Update Interval, Select from: Enable, Disable, Once per Day, Twice per Day, and Once per Hour

NTP Primary Server: Enter IP Address of Primary Server.

NTP Backup Server: Enter IP Address of Backup Server.

1. To save changes and exit the menu: Select [OK], then press the Enter button.

2. To exit the menu without making changes: Press the Menu button, or select [CANCEL], and then
press the Enter button.

Network Time Protocol Setup

Last Update: Never Since Power-up
Warning: Region/Time Zone must be set correctly!

Update Interval :
NTP Primary Server : 3. 37. 8. 26
NTP Backup Server : 0. 0. 0. 0

DISABLE

[CANCEL] [OK]

4.2 Main Menu → Alarms

Alarm Settings

Hardwire Alarm : Enable
Teletext Alarm : Disable
Alarm Buzzer : Enable
[CANCEL] [OK]

Use this menu to specify:

• Whether an alarm condition will be activated when the

unit detects a signal on the Alarm In connection.

• Whether a teletext alarm signal (generated by a

multiplexer or other device) will cause the unit to
activate an alarm condition.

• Whether the internal buzzer is activated during an

alarm condition.

A feature unique to the DSR is its ability to detect alarms via teletext provided within the video signal.
Standard Time Lapse VCRs can only detect an alarm if the alarm output signal of the Mux is wired
directly to the alarm input of the VCR using the VEXT connection.

The teletext alarm detecting feature of the DSR is compatible with the following styles of Multiplexers:

• Kalatel

• Philips

• Robot

• Pelco

• Sanyo

• Navco

• ATV

• ATV QSP

• QSI

• Diebold

• Panasonic

• Videoart

• Tectron DRAX

Connecting to Dedicated Micros (DM)

When connecting to a Dedicated Micros multiplexer:

• It is necessary to connect the alarm output of the Mux to the alarm input of the DSR (as you

would do when connecting the alarm input on standard time-lapse VCR).

• It is necessary to configure the Main Menu → Alarms → Hardwire Alarm as Enabled.

• It is necessary to configure the Main Menu → Alarms → Teletext Alarm as Disable.

Alarm Settings

Hardwire Alarm : Enable
Teletext Alarm : Disable
Alarm Buzzer : Enable
[CANCEL] [OK]

To configure the alarm settings:

1. Use the Shuttle to navigate among the fields.

2. Use the Jog to change the values of the highlighted

fields.

3. To Save the changes and Exit the menu: Use the

Jog to select [OK], then press the Enter button.

--OR--

4. To Exit the menu without making changes: Use the

Jog to select [CANCEL], then press the Enter button.

4.3 Main Menu → Timer Settings

DATE START STOP SPD(pps) QUALITY ON/OFF
31

Sat
Mon-Fri
Sat-Sun
Mon-Sun

--

16:45
07:55
09:56
14:23
02:23

--:--

17:05
08:10
11:05
14:50
03:34

--:--

20
10
60
60
20

--

[OK]

High
Med
Low
High
Med

--

On
Off
On
On
Off

--

This menu allows the user to
program a timed-recorded
event. Use this menu to
specify:

• The date, or days on

which the recording
will occur.

• The start and stop

time.

• The record speed.

• The record quality.

• Whether the event is

enabled.

EDIT Mode Hit "ENTER" To Toggle EDIT Mode

Creating a Timed Recording:

1. Using the Jog / Shuttle to navigate, highlight the DATE parameter of the last line item (indicated

with double dash marks).

2. Press the Enter button to enter the Edit mode. EDIT MODE will appear on-screen, in the lower

left-hand corner of the Timer Settings menu. The user may press the Enter button to exit Edit
mode at any time.

3. Use the Jog to change the values of the DATE setting.

Date (Day of the Month)

1 through 31

Day of the Week

Monday through Sunday

Range of Days

All Weekdays (Monday-Friday), All Weekend Days (Saturday-Sunday),
Monday-Sunday (Everyday)

4. When finished entering the Date, use the Shuttle to navigate the START setting.

5. Use the Jog / Shuttle to enter the time the recording will begin. The Hours and Minutes are

edited separately. The start and stop times are always configured in a 24-hour clock. When
finished entering the start time, use the Shuttle to navigate to the STOP setting.

6. Use the Jog / Shuttle to enter the time the recording will end. Entering a time "before" the start
time will cause the unit to record until the indicated stop time on the next day. When finished
entering the stop time, use the Shuttle to navigate to the SPD setting.

7. Use the Jog to enter the record speed in pictures per second.

NTSC Record Speeds

60, 30, 20, 10, 5, 3, 2, 1, 0.5, 0.2, 0.1, 0.0

PAL Record Speeds

50, 25, 17, 10, 5, 3, 2, 1, 0.5, 0.2, 0.1, 0.0

8. When finished entering the Record Speed, use the Shuttle to navigate to the QUALITY setting.

9. Use the Jog to enter the record quality (Low, Medium, or High). Higher record quality settings use

10. When finished entering the Record Quality, use the Shuttle to navigate to the ON/OFF setting.

11. Use the Jog to Activate, Deactivate, or Delete the recording.

12. When finished, press the Enter button to exit the Edit mode. Use the Jog / Shuttle to navigate to
[OK], then press the Enter button to complete the selection.

Editing a Timed Recording:

1. Using the Jog / Shuttle to navigate, highlight the event parameter you wish to edit.

2. Press the Enter button to enter the Edit mode. EDIT MODE will appear on-screen, in the lower

left-hand corner of the pop-up menu.

3. Use the Jog to change the values. Use the Shuttle to navigate among parameters in the same
row.

4. When finished, press the Enter button to exit the Edit mode. Use the Jog / Shuttle to navigate to

[OK], then press the Enter button to complete the selection.

Deleting a Timed Recording:

1. Using the Jog / Shuttle to navigate, highlight the ON/OFF parameter of the event you wish to

delete.

2. Press the Enter button to enter the Edit mode.

3. Use the Jog to select DEL from the menu.

4. Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the Edit mode.

5. Use the Jog / Shuttle to navigate to [OK], then press the Enter button to remove the selection

and exit the menu.

4.4 Main Menu → Record Settings

Video Input
Color/Mono
Normal Record Speed
Alarm Record Speed
Video Quality

Use this menu to specify:

• Which video input on the back panel is activated.

• Color or Monochrome recording.

• The record speed during Normal recording.

• The record speed when the unit detects an alarm condition.

• The recorded picture quality.

o Main Menu → Record Settings → Video Input

Composite Video

SVHS Video

To select a video input, use the Jog select either COMPOSITE VIDEO or
SVHS VIDEO.

Composite Video: Video input with BNC style connector.

SVHS Video: Y/C video input with 4-pin mini-DIN style connector.

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Caution: Do not connect both video inputs at the same time.

o Main Menu → Record Settings → Color/Mono

Auto
Mono

This menu sets the recorded video to be in Color or Mono. If you select auto, (default), the
unit will auto detect color as before. If you select mono, it will force the recording into
monochrome. All recorded and looped video will be monochrome. Use the Jog to select
Auto or Mono.

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

o Main Menu → Record Settings → Normal Record Speed

Normal Record Speed

Pictures Per Second

5p

Use the Jog to select the desired Normal Record Speed.

Normal Record Speeds:

NTSC: 60, 30, 20, 10, 5, 3, 2, 1, 0.5, 0.2, 0.1, 0.0.

PAL: 50, 25, 17, 10, 5, 3, 2, 1, 0.5, 0.2, 0.1, 0.0.

When the Normal Record Speed is set to 0.0, the unit will only record
while an alarm is active.

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

o Main Menu → Record Settings → Alarm Record Speed

Alarm Record Speed

Pictures Per Second

60p

Use the Jog to select the desired Alarm Record Speed.

Alarm Record Speeds:

NTSC: 60, 30, 20, 10, 5, 3, 2, 1, 0.5, 0.2, 0.1.

PAL: 50, 25, 17, 10, 5, 3, 2, 1, 0.5, 0.2, 0.1.

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

o Main Menu → Record Settings → Video Quality

Use the Jog to select the desired Record Quality. Select High,
Med, Standard, or Custom.

Higher record qualities use lower compression, requiring more
disk space. Selecting Custom allows you to set a custom file size
from 13.0k to 33k.

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

Select Quality

Select Filesize

Record Quality

Custom

33.0 kBytes

Note: The option to select a Custom file size is only available when the Multiplexer
Format is set to None. Multiplexer Format is located in the Advanced Menu.

4.5 Main Menu → Display Settings

Current Time / Date
Record Capacity
Archive Status
Last Alarm

Record Playback Speed
Playback Time / Date

Use this menu to specify what status information will be displayed on
the primary monitor. Select On or Off, for the following items.

• The current time and date.

• The remaining amount of time before the hard disk runs

out of record space.

• The Archive Status.

• The time and date of the last alarm.

• The Record or Playback Speed.

• During Playback, the time and date the recording was

made.

o Main Menu → Display Settings → Current Time / Date

OFF
ON

To display the current Time and Date near the upper right hand corner of the primary monitor,
select ON. Use the Jog to select On or Off.

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

NOTE

o Main Menu → Display Settings → Record Capacity

OFF
ON

Select ON, to display the amount of time remaining before the hard disk runs out of record
space. The data is displayed near the upper left hand corner of the primary monitor. The unit
displays the Record Capacity with two measures of time, and switches automatically
depending on the amount of time remaining:

• Days and Hours

• Hours and Minutes

• Minutes and Seconds

Use the Jog to select ON or OFF.

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

o Main Menu → Display Settings → Archive Status

OFF
ON

To display the archive status near the upper center of the screen on the primary monitor,
select ON. The unit will display either:

• ARCHIVE NOT CONNECTED.

• ARCHIVE READY.

• ARCHIVE NOT READY.

Use the Jog to select ON or OFF.

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

o Main Menu → Display Settings → Last Alarm

OFF
ON

To display the time and date of the last alarm, near the upper right hand corner of the primary
monitor, select On. The unit will display NONE if there is no previous record of an alarm.

Use the Jog to select On or Off.

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

o Main Menu → Display Settings → Record Playback Speed

OFF
ON

To display the Record or Playback Speed, near the lower right hand corner of the primary
monitor, select On. The unit will display NONE if there is no previous record of an alarm.

Use the Jog to select On or Off.

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

o Main Menu → Display Settings → Playback Time / Date

OFF
ON

To display the time and date the recording was made (during playback) select On. The data is
displayed near the upper right hand corner of the screen.

Use the Jog to select On or Off.

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

4.6 Main Menu → Archive Setup

Selective archive
Restore from archive
Background archive
Quickwave Setup

Archive Overwrite Mode
Erase Archive Medium

Use this menu to:

• Select data to be archived and begin archiving process.

• Restore data from archive device.

• Enable background archiving.

• Enable or Disable QuickWave Setup.

• Specify how the unit will handle overwrite issues when the

archive medium becomes full.

• Erase the archived data.

o Main Menu → Archive Setup → Selective Archive

The Selective Archive feature allows the user to archive recorded data from the hard disk onto a CD,
DAT, AIT, RAID, or DVSe. See the Archiving Addendum for details about using archive devices.

The Archive Search Filters menu allows the user to search the hard disk for recorded events, such as
an alarm condition, or a previous recording session, then select events to be archived for later viewing.
For example, each time Record mode is activated, it is considered a separate recording session.

Archive Search Filters

TARGET: Not Ready
Start
DATE: 12/25/00 [ ]
(MM/DD/YY)

Stop
01/01/01 [ ]
(MM/DD/YY)

Start
TIME: 11:11:21 [ ]

Stop
12:34:34 [ ]

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
CAMERA: [ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ]

ALARM: [ ]

Use this menu to specify:

• The Start and Stop date of

the search.

• The Start and Stop time of

the search.

• Which cameras to search

exclusively.

• To search for recorded

alarms.

This menu also provides information on
the status of the archive device.

[CANCEL] [START SEARCH]

Searching for All Recorded Events

Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight [START SEARCH], then press the Enter button. The Archive
Search Results window will appear. For information about selecting a recorded event, see Selecting

from the Archive Search Results, in this section.

Specifying Search Parameters

Selecting a Start and Stop Date

1. Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight the DATE parameter, then press the Enter button. The

unit will enter Edit mode.

2. Use the Jog to change the start and stop date values. Use the Shuttle to navigate among the
different parameters.

3. To activate the start or stop date parameter, use the Jog to place an [X] in the check box.

4. Press the Enter button at any time to exit Edit mode.

Selecting a Start and Stop Time

1. Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight the TIME parameter, then press the Enter button. The

unit will enter Edit mode.

2. Use the Jog to change the start and stop time values. Use the Shuttle to navigate among the
different parameters.

3. To activate the start or stop time parameter, use the Jog to place an [X] in the check box.

4. Press the Enter button at any time to exit Edit mode.

Selecting Cameras to Search

1. Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight the CAMERA parameter, then press the Enter button. The

unit will enter Edit mode.

2. Use the Shuttle to navigate among the different cameras.

3. Use the Jog to select a camera (or cameras) by placing an [X] in the check box.

4. Press the Enter button at any time to exit Edit mode.

Searching for Recorded Alarms

1. Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight the ALARM parameter, then press the Enter button. The

unit will enter Edit mode.

2. Use the Jog to activate the alarms search, by placing an [X] in the check box.

3. Press the Enter button at any time to exit Edit mode.

Starting the Search

Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight the [START SEARCH] parameter, then press the Enter
button. The Archive Search Results menu will appear.

Archive Search Results

000
001
002
003

Start Date
11/28/2000
11/29/2000
11/29/2000
11/29/2000

Start Time

17:52:14
09:35:20
10:00:04
10:03:25

Size (MB)
26842 [ ]

2062 [ ]

278 [x]

66 [x]

Selected [ 383 ](MB)

Available on Target Medium [ 652 ](MB)

“ENTER” to play “SEARCH” to archive

Selecting from the Archive Search Results

1. Use the Jog to navigate, highlighting the recorded event you wish to select

2. Use the Shuttle to select a recorded event by placing an [x] in the check box.

Starting the Archive Process

Archiving…

To begin archiving, press the Search button. The Archiving
progress bar will appear. Press the Enter button to cancel archiving
at any time.

[CANCEL]

Message

When the unit is finished archiving this message box will appear.
Press the Enter button to acknowledge the message and complete
the archiving process.

Archiving completed.

[OK]

o Main Menu → Archive Setup → Restore From Archive

The DSR supports data restoration to the hard disk from an archive device. Data may be restored
from a DAT, AIT, RAID, or DVSe. See the Archiving Addendum for details about using archive
devices. The DSR does allow the user to search the archived data for recorded events, such as an
alarm condition, or a previous recording session.

Restore Search Filters

Start
DATE: 12/25/00 [ ]
(MM/DD/YY)

Stop
01/01/01 [ ]
(MM/DD/YY)

Start
TIME: 11:11:21 [ ]

Stop
12:34:34 [ ]

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
CAMERA: [ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ]

ALARM: [ ]

Use this menu to specify:

• The Start and Stop date of

the search.

• The Start and Stop time of

the search.

• Which cameras to search

exclusively.

• To search for recorded

alarms.

[CANCEL] [START SEARCH]

Searching for All Recorded Events

Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight [START SEARCH], then press the Enter button. The Restore
Search Results window will appear.

Specifying Search Parameters

Selecting a Start and Stop Date

1. Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight the DATE parameter, then press the Enter button. The

unit will enter Edit mode.

2. Use the Jog to change the start and stop date values. Use the Shuttle to navigate among the
different parameters.

3. To activate the start or stop date parameter, use the Jog to place an [X] in the check box.

4. Press the Enter button at any time to exit Edit mode.

Selecting a Start and Stop Time

1. Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight the TIME parameter, then press the Enter button. The

unit will enter Edit mode.

2. Use the Jog to change the start and stop time values. Use the Shuttle to navigate among the
different parameters.

3. To activate the start or stop time parameter, use the Jog to place an [X] in the check box.

4. Press the Enter button at any time to exit Edit mode.

Selecting Cameras to Search

1. Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight the CAMERA parameter, then press the Enter button. The

unit will enter Edit mode.

2. Use the Shuttle to navigate among the different cameras.

3. Use the Jog to select a camera (or cameras) by placing an [X] in the check box.

4. Press the Enter button at any time to exit Edit mode.

Searching for Recorded Alarms

1. Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight the ALARM parameter, then press the Enter button. The

unit will enter Edit mode.

2. Use the Jog to activate the alarms search, by placing an [X] in the check box.

3. Press the Enter button at any time to exit Edit mode.

Starting the Search

Using the Shuttle to navigate, highlight the [START SEARCH] parameter, then press the Enter
button. The Restore Search Results menu will appear. Please note that restoring data indicated in
this menu is not currently supported on the DSR unit.

Press the Menu button to exit the menu.

Restore Search Results

000
001

Start Date
11/29/2000
11/29/2000

Start Time

10:00:04
10:03:25

Size (MB)

279 [x]

67 [x]

Selected [ 383 ](MB)

Available on Target Medium [ 652 ](MB)

“ENTER” to play “SEARCH” to restore

o Main Menu → Archive Setup → Background Archive

OFF
ON

With the Background Archiving Feature turned ON, the unit archives recorded data
automatically. Data is recorded to both the hard disk and the archiving device simultaneously.

The unit cannot Background Archive when the unit is recording at its highest record speed.
Use the Jog to select ON of OFF.

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making any changes.

o Main Menu → Archive Setup → QuickWave Setup

OFF
ON

This feature provides the option of having the QuickWave software written to any CDs that are
created. This allows the CD to be read on any PC without installing software. Select ON to
enable, OFF to disable. Please see the WaveReader Manual that came with this unit for more
information.

o Main Menu → Archive Setup → Archive Overwrite Mode

For future use only.

o Main Menu → Archive Setup → Erase Archive Medium

Erasing Media…

To erase the archived data, press the Enter button. The Erasing
Media progress bar will appear. Press the Enter button to cancel
archiving at any time.

This feature is not available when archiving to a CD-R device.

[CANCEL]

Message

When the unit is finished erasing the data, this message box will
appear. Press the Enter button to acknowledge the message and
complete the deleting process.

Archive medium erased.

[OK]

4.7 Main Menu → Advanced Menu

Password Box

Please Enter The Password!

0---

To access the Advanced menu:

1. Select ADVANCED MENU from the Main menu, then

press the Enter button. The Password Box will
appear.

2. Enter the Advanced menu password. Use the Jog to
select a character, then use the Enter button to
complete the selection, and move to the next
character.

3. Pressing the Enter button on the last character will
complete the password selection and the unit will
display the Advanced menu.

5 INSTALLER PROGRAMMING

For security reasons, a password is provided to limit access to the Advanced menu. For instructions

about entering the Advanced menu, see section 4.7 Main Menu → Advanced Menu, on page 4-15.

5.1 Advanced Menu → Disk Overwrite Mode

Disk Overwrite Mode

Select Mode

Continuous Overwrite

Use this menu to specify how the unit will handle disk overwrite
issues once the hard disk becomes full.

The unit handles disk overwrite issues in three ways:

• No Overwrite.

• Overwrite Once.

• Continuous Overwrite.

o Advanced Menu → Disk Overwrite Mode → No Overwrite

Physical Start

and End of Disk

Unit Stops

Recording when this

point is reached

Previously

recorded data

Previously

recorded data

New recorded

data

Functions of No Overwrite mode:

• Recording always starts at end of

last recording.

• Recording stops when end of disk is

reached (when disk is full).

• When the end of the disk is reached,

the unit displays an on-screen
message indicating that the disk is
full, and the unit has stopped
recording. User must acknowledge
the on-screen message by pressing
the Enter button.

• Unit will not record over previously

recorded data. To continue
recording, the data must be erased

(or deleted) in the Advanced →

Disk Maintenance menu.

No Overwrite Mode

o Advanced Menu → Disk Overwrite Mode → Overwrite Once

Physical

Start of Disk

Unit Stops
Recording

when this point

is reached

Previously

recorded data

overwriten

New recorded

data

Functions of Overwrite Once mode:

• Recording always starts at end of

last recording.

• The unit overwrites all previously

recorded data.

• Recording stops before the unit

overwrites any of the new recorded
data (data from the current record
session).

• When the end of the disk is reached,

the unit displays an on-screen
message indicating that the disk is
full, and the unit has stopped
recording. User must acknowledge
the on-screen message by pressing
the Enter button.

• The unit will continue recording

again when the user presses the

Record button.

Overwrite Once Mode

o Advanced Menu → Disk Overwrite Mode → Continuous Overwrite

Functions of Continuous Overwrite mode:

• Recording always starts at end of

last recording.

• The unit overwrites all previously

recorded data.

• The unit overwrites new recorded

data (data from the current record
session).

• Unit never stops recording.

• Record Capacity display will not

count down.

Previously

recorded data

overwriten

New recorded

data overwriten

Unit records over
all recorded data

Continuous Overwrite Mode

5.2 Advanced Menu → Disk Maintenance

Delete Disk
Undelete Disk
Erase Disk (Permanent)

The user can have previously recorded information:

• Deleted (with the possibility of restoring it).

• Undeleted (restored if it has not yet been overwritten).

o Advanced Menu → Disk Maintenance → Delete Disk

Deleting Disk…

[CANCEL]

To begin deleting the disk, use the Jog to select DELETE DISK, then
press the Enter button. The Deleting Disk menu will appear. The unit
will begin deleting the oldest recorded information immediately.

To stop the delete process, select [CANCEL] by pressing the Enter
button.

Data that was deleted before [CANCEL] was selected will remain deleted
unless UNDELETE DISK is selected.

o Advanced Menu → Disk Maintenance → Undelete Disk

Undeleting Disk…

To restore information that was previously deleted, use the Jog to select
UNDELETE DISK, then press the Enter button.

To stop the restore process, select [CANCEL] by pressing the Enter
button.

[CANCEL]

o Advanced Menu → Disk Maintenance → Erase Disk (Permanent)

Erasing Disk…

[CANCEL]

Caution: Erasing the disk removes recorded data without the
possibility of restoring it.

To begin erasing the disk, use the Jog to select ERASE DISK
(PERMANENT), then press the Enter button.

To stop the erasing process, select [CANCEL] by pressing the Enter
button.

Data that was erased before [CANCEL] was selected will remain deleted
permanently.

5.3 Advanced Menu →Audio Record Setting

OFF
ON

Use this menu to:

• Enable or Disable the audio recording capability of the DSR.

Audio Limitations: To record audio at least one the unit’s video inputs must be set to record video at
a rate of 1pps or faster.

5.4 Advanced Menu → Auto Delete Mode

Configuring the unit with the Auto Delete mode from 7 to 99 days prevents the unit from displaying or
archiving any data that is more than the selected number of days old. This feature may be required by
law in some jurisdictions, please consult with the local authorities.

Use the Jog to select from 7-99 Days or OFF.

Press the Enter button to implement the selection.

If the selection is altered from what was previously selected, the confirmation menu will appear.

Rotate the Shuttle to select Yes or NO.

ADM will change. Are you sure?

Message

ADM Setting

99 Days

Yes

5.5 Advanced Menu → Communications

Baud Rate
Ethernet Settings
Modem Settings

Use thus menu to specify:

• The data transfer rate for the RS-232 serial port.

• The units Ethernet network connection settings.

• The units Modem Settings.

o Advanced Menu → Communications → Baud Rate

Use the Jog to select the Baud Rate.

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

1200 Baud
2400 Baud
4800 Baud

9600 Baud
19200 Baud
38400 Baud
57600 Baud

o Advanced Menu → Communications → Ethernet Settings

An Ethernet session is an active network connection between a PC and the unit, with the user viewing
live camera images or accessing data stored on the hard disk.

Message

When Ethernet is first selected,
this warning box will appear.

Select OK to continue.

Warning – Machine will reset if any values change!

[OK]

Use this menu to configure the Ethernet communications settings. Select from the
following:

Hostname: Not selectable. Pulled from the systems serial number.
Ethernet: Select Enable or Disable.
DHCP: Select Enable or Disable. Enables dynamic IP addressing. When DHCP is enabled, the IP

address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and Server fields are dynamically addressed.
Name Service: Select from Disable or WINS. Enabling WINS registers the hostname and IP address

within the current Network. This ensures that you can connect to the DSR by hostname within the
network.

IP Address / Subnet Mask / Gateway: Consult with a qualified Network Administrator or an MIS
professional to configure these settings if DHCP is not enabled.

Primary Name Server / Backup Name Server: The IP addresses of the Primary and Backup Name
Servers. Not required if DHCP is enabled.

Print Server: Enter the Print Servers IP address to enable the Print Image operation (Function and
Zoom).

TCP MTU Size: Select from Standard, 1400, and 1200. The MTU describes the maximum possible TCP
packet size. Standard (1500) is optimal for most ethernet network environments.

Ethernet Settings

[CANCEL] [OK]

Hostname : V201F04310209
Ethernet :
DHCP : Disable
Name Service : Disable
IP Address
Subnet Mask : 255.255.254. 0
Gateway
Primary Name Server : 3. 18.173. 12
Backup Name Server : 3. 18.173. 13

: 3. 18.173. 60

: 3. 18.172. 1

TCP MTU Size : Standard

Enable

How the unit handles an Ethernet session

At the start of an Ethernet session, the unit locks out its own front panel and disables all RS-232 and
RS-485 communications. During the Ethernet session, the unit can only be accessed remotely, using
the WaveReader software. When the Ethernet session ends, the unit re-enables the RS-232 and RS­485 communications and unlocks the front panel.

Playback stops when an Ethernet session is started. Playback will not be re-activated automatically
when the Ethernet session ends.

o Advanced Menu → Communications → Modem Settings

The default modem string (shown below) is for use with Hayes Accura 56k, Diamond Supra Express
56k, and 5686 US Robotics modems in their default conditions. Consult with the modem manual
before attempting to make any changes. It is strongly recommended that the modem initialization
string only be modified by a qualified technician.

To enable modem communication select enable in the Modem Status field.

To modify the modem settings follow the steps below.

Modem Settings

Modem Init String : AT&F1&K3M0E1Q0V1S0=0&R2&C1&D0&H1

Modem Status : DISABLE

[Default Modem String] [CANCEL] [OK]

1. With the Modem Init String highlighted, press the Enter button to enter the Edit mode. The character
bank will appear in the center of the menu.

2. Press the Sequence button to select the desired character bank.

3. Rotate the Shuttle to navigate the Modem Init String.

4. Rotate the Jog to select a character from the character bank.

5. Use the Number 2 button or rotate the Shuttle to insert the desired character from the character

bank into the Modem Init String and advance to the next character.

6. Use the Number 1 button to insert a blank character.

7. When finished, press the Enter button.

8. To save the changes and reboot, select OK, then press the Enter button. The unit will only reboot if

changes were made to the Modem Init String.

9. To exit the menu without making changes, select Cancel, then press the Enter button. Pressing the
Menu button also exits the menu without making changes.

5.6 Advanced Menu → Multiplexer Format

The DSR is compatible with several different brands of
multiplexers. Use this menu to specify the Playback format of
the multiplexer. If the unit is not connected to a multiplexer,
select NONE.

Note: The DSR will auto detect the camera type connected
(NTSC or PAL) and will only display the supported multiplexers
available in that format.

Use the Jog to select the Multiplexer format.

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the
menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making
changes.

5.7 Advanced Menu → Adjust Picture

Use this menu to specify the Brightness, Contrast, and Saturation of the video input.
Adjustments made to the video input will alter the recorded image.

Brightness
Contrast
Saturation

o Advanced Menu → Adjust Picture → Adjust Brightness

Adjust Brightness

050

[CANCEL] [OK]

Use this menu to increase or decrease the brightness of the image.

1. Use the Shuttle to navigate to the numbers.

2. Use the Jog to increase or decrease to brightness.

3. To Save the changes and Exit the menu: Use the Shuttle to

select [OK], then press the Enter button.

--OR—

4. To Exit the menu without making changes: Use the Shuttle

to select [CANCEL], then press the Enter button.

o Advanced Menu → Adjust Picture → Adjust Contrast

Adjust Contrast

Use this menu to increase or decrease the contrast of the image.

1. Use the Shuttle to navigate to the numbers.

2. Use the Jog to increase or decrease to contrast.

050

[CANCEL] [OK]

3. To Save the changes and Exit the menu: Use the Shuttle to

select [OK], then press the Enter button.

--OR—

4. To Exit the menu without making changes: Use the Shuttle

to select [CANCEL], then press the Enter button.

o Advanced Menu → Adjust Picture → Adjust Saturation

Adjust Saturation

050

[CANCEL] [OK]

Use this menu to increase or decrease the saturation of the image.
Saturation refers to the amount of color displayed in the image.

1. Use the Shuttle to navigate to the numbers.

2. Use the Jog to increase or decrease to saturation.

3. To Save the changes and Exit the menu: Use the Shuttle to

select [OK], then press the Enter button.

--OR—

4. To Exit the menu without making changes: Use the Shuttle

to select [CANCEL], then press the Enter button.

5.8 Advanced Menu → Front Panel Lock

Unlock Keyboard
Lock Keyboard

Use this menu to Lock or Unlock the front panel.
Use the Jog to select UNLOCK KEYBOARD or LOCK KEYBOARD.

Press the Enter button to confirm the selection and exit the menu.

--OR—

Press the Menu button to exit the menu without making changes.

5.9 Advanced Menu → Factory Settings

Password Box

Please Enter The Factory Password

O---

Use this menu to enter the Factory Password, and
restore the unit to the factory defaults.

Use the Jog to select a character, then use the
Enter button to complete the selection, and move to
the next character.

Pressing the Enter button on the last character will
complete the password selection and return the unit
to the factory default configuration.

5.10 Advanced Menu → Change Password

Password Box

Enter A New Password

O---

Use this menu to change the Advanced Menu
Password.

Use the Jog to select a character, then use the
Enter button to complete the selection, and move to
the next character.

Pressing the Enter button on the last character will

Confirmation Box

Please Re-Enter The Password

O---

Re-enter the New password.

Pressing the Enter button on the last character will
complete the password selection.

Message

The New Password Has Been Accepted!

[OK]

If the password in the Confirmation Box matches
the password from the Password box, this message
will appear.

Press the Enter button to select [OK] and exit the
menu.

Message

The Password Was Not Changed!

[OK]

If the password in the Confirmation Box does not
match the password from the Password box, this

message will appear.
Press the Enter button to select [OK] and exit the

menu.

5.11 Advanced Menu → Languages

Use this menu to select the language the DSR will display.

5.12 Advanced Menu → Firmware Upgrade

Use this menu to Flash upgrade the DSR via the RS232 Serial port. The preferred method to upgrade
the unit is via the ethernet using the built-in WaveBrowser (See section 6).

Firmware Upgrade

WARNING!!! Do not power off unit until the operation is done,

Do you want to continue?

[OK] [CANCEL]

To upgrade the DSR from this menu requires the following items:

• A PC connected to the DSR via the serial port with a null modem cable.

• The WinFlash program.

• The upgrade file.

For further information and for obtaining the upgrade files and WinFlash progra

m please contact GE

6 WAVEBROWSER

The DSR has an integrated WebBrowser interface. The WaveBrowser option allows the user to view
video from any ethernet connected DSRs with software version 2.07 or above.

For WaveBrowser to function properly, certain ActiveX controls must be set correctly. To
setup the ActiveX controls:

1. Click on the Tools → Internet Options Menu in Internet Explorer.

2. Click on the Security tab.

3. Select Local Intranet for the Web Content Zone.

4. Click on the Custom Level button.

5. Ensure that both Download unsigned ActiveX controls and Initalize and Script
ActiveX controls not marked as Safe are set to Prompt.

6. Click the OK button.

7. Click on the Yes button in the Warning message.

8. Click the OK button in the Internet Options window.

To access the web interface:

1. Launch Internet Explorer (version 5.5 or later) on any local Internet connected PC or laptop.

2. Type in the DSR’s IP address or hostname in the address field and press enter. The Enter
Network Password box should appear.

3. Enter the correct Username and Password in their respective fields (the default username and
password is admin). Click the OK button.

4. The WaveBrowser window should appear. Type the IP address in the IP Address Field and click
the Connect button.

IP Address Field

NOTE

6.1 WaveBrowser Overview and Controls

Button Panel

Main Viewing

Area

Drop Down

Volume List

The Main program window consists of the following areas:

• The Main Viewing Area: The large blue area.

• The Button Panel: The left side of the window.

• The Drop Down Volume List: Allows the selection of available Disk volumes.

The Main Viewing Area

Pictures are displayed in this area in Multi-Camera, and Single-Camera formats. Picture display order
is according to the information encoded by the unit used to create the original video data file.

Choose from the following displays:

• 16-way Multiscreen Display (Large and Medium)

• 4-way Display

• Single Camera Display Large

• Single Camera Display Medium

• Single Camera Display Small

The Button Panel

1. Play Backward button: Click on this button to playback video in

reverse.

2. Stop button: Click on this button to halt all playback operations. The
Play Pointer Slider Bar moves to the start of data.

3. Play Forward button: Click on this button to playback video.

4. Single Frame Rewind button: Click on this button to rewind the video a

single frame.

5. Pause button: Pauses playback until the Pause button is pressed
again. Clicking any of the buttons, except Stop will also resume
playback. The Play Pointer slider bar stays at the current position while
paused.

6. Single Frame Advance button: Click on this button to advance the
video a single frame.

7. Rewind button: Click on this button to perform high-speed reverse
playback.

8. Fast Forward button: Click on this button to perform high-speed
playback.

9. IP Address Field: Enter the unit’s IP address.

10. Password Field: Enter the unit’s password, if necessary.

1 2

3467891415181920211716121311105

11. Live check box: Click in this box to enable live viewing before connecting.

12. Connect/Disconnect button: Click on this button(s) to connect to the unit.

13. Number buttons: Press any of these buttons to call up individual cameras for display. When

connected to a unit that has more than 16 cameras, click on one of the multiscreen buttons to cycle
through the remaining cameras.

14. Single Camera Display Size: Choose from Small, Medium, or Large.

15. 16-way Multiscreen button: Choose from a Medium 16-way, or Large 16-way.

16. 4-way Multiscreen button: Selects a Large 4-way display.

17. View Live Button: Click on this button while connected to view live video.

18. Play Pointer Slider Bar: The Play Pointer slider bar advances to the right to indicate the playback
position on the disk. The user can drag the bar to navigate forward or backward.

19. Goto Button: Click on this button to go to the selected date for the drop down time and date boxes.

20. Drop down Date Selection Menu: Click on this field to display a graphic calendar to select a date to
view.

21. Time Selection Menu: Click on the Up or Down Arrows to select a specific time to view.

The Drop Down Volume List Box

Click on the arrow to display a list of available disk volumes on the connected unit. Click on the volume to
select.

6.2 DSR WaveLink

A new feature with DSR software version 2.07 is the DSR WaveLink. This feature allows putting
command codes in the URL when calling WaveBrowser to control actions the WaveBrowser is going to
perform.

This feature can be used by Web Developers to link various cameras to specific Web content.

6.2.1 Functionality

The traditional WaveBrowser URL is http://<IP_Address>/wrcontrollite.ssi. This URL will start the
WaveBrowser in the disconnected state. DSR software version 2.07 supports command codes placed
after an underscore after wrcontrollite and before .ssi. In the following example, the options are in bold.

Example: http://3.18.172.230/wrcontrollite_c=1s=2a=3t=1361959858.ssi.

The following table specifies the supported options:

Name Code Description Example

Camera c=<n> Describes either the camera number for

fullscreen (1=Camera 1, …16=Camera 16)
or the type of the multiscreen display (100 =
Multiscreen 16 large, 101= Multiscreen 16
small, 102= Quad screen)

c=10

Size s=<n> For fullscreen camera, describes the size of

the display (1=large, 2 =medium, 3= small)

s=2

Action a=<n> Describes the action the WaveBrowser has

to take:

0 No action

1 Normal Connection Play

2 Normal Connection Live

3 Normal Connection Goto

4 Live Connection

a=2

Time t=<n> When action is set to 3 (Goto), the time

specifies where to go in number of seconds
since 01/01/1960.

t=1361959858

Please Note: When an option is not specified, it will be set to 0.

When a normal connection is requested, but the unit is already connected via a normal
connection, the WaveBrowser should open a live connection instead.

The default page, http://<IP_Address>, does not accept option codes and will open the WaveBrowser in
disconnected state.

The example URL from above http://<IP_Address>/wrcontrollite_c=1s=2a=3t=1361959858.ssi) requests
the WaveBrowser to make a normal connection, play back at 2/27/2003 10:53:32 displaying camera 1
in medium size.

NOTE

6.3 Upgrading the DSR with WaveBrowser

Upgrading the software for the DSR is accomplished via the ethernet port and a PC/Laptop equipped with
a web browser.

To properly upgrade the DSR the following preconditions must exist:

1. The Flash upgrade file and path. This file is obtained by calling GE Security Technical Support at

1-800-469-1676. When calling, please have the following information available:

• The model number of the product.

• The serial number and revision of the product

• The current firmware version.

• The date purchased.

• Symptoms of the unit that might require upgrade.

2. The DSR unit connected to a PC equipped with Microsoft Internet Explorer version 5.5 or later via

ethernet cable.

3. The IP address of the DSR.

4. WaveReader software must NOT be connected to the DSR. Please exit all non-essential software

on the PC.

5. Ensure that the DSR is not currently recording or archiving.

Follow the steps below to Upgrade the DSR:

Step 1. Launch the Browser software (Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or later).

Step 2. Enter the IP address of the DSR in the address field of the Browser followed by /upgrade.ssi and

press enter. For example if the IP address is 3.18.173.71 type 3.18.173.71/upgrade.ssi.

Step 3. The Enter Network Password window should appear. Enter the correct Username and Password

in their respective fields. (The default username is admin and the password is admin. It is
recommended that the defaults be changed ASAP). Click the OK button. The DSR upgrade page
should appear.

Step 4. Navigate to the upgrade file using the Browse button or type in the correct path and filename.

Click on the Send File button.

Step 5. Click on the Confirm Button. A progress bar will appear. PLEASE WAIT FOR THE PROGRESS

BAR TO FINISH, THEN WAIT FOR CONFIRMATION! Click on the Reboot button to restart the
unit for changes to take effect. If unsuccessful, download the flash file again and retry the steps
1-6.

7 RS-232 REMOTE PROTOCOL

The RS-232 protocol command structure uses “Start of Text” (Sx) and “End of Text” (Ex) characters to
identify the beginning and end of command sequences.

The DSR supports the following command sequences:

ASCII Command String

Command ASCII String Bytes in Hexadecimal

Play Forward Sx PLF Ex

02 46 50 4C 03

Record Sx REC Ex

02 52 45 43 03

Stop Sx STO Ex

02 53 54 4F 03

Pause Sx PAU Ex

02 50 41 55 03

Fast Forward Sx FWD Ex

02 46 57 44 03

Rewind Sx REW Ex

02 52 45 57 03

Frame Forward Sx FAD Ex

02 46 41 44 03

Frame Reverse Sx RAD Ex

02 52 41 44 03

Play Reverse Sx RPL Ex

02 52 50 4C 03

Increase Speed Sx ISP Ex

02 49 53 50 03

Decrease Speed Sx DSP Ex

02 44 53 50 03

Search Sx SEA Ex

02 53 45 41 03

Up Arrow Sx ARU Ex

02 41 52 55 03

Down Arrow Sx ARD Ex

02 41 52 44 03

Left Arrow Sx ARL Ex

02 41 52 4C 03

Right Arrow Sx ARR Ex

02 41 52 52 03

Menu Sx MEN Ex

02 4D 45 4E 03

Enter Sx ENT Ex

02 45 4E 54 03

Set Clock

See instructions for setting clock in the following section.

Note: All byte values shown in hexadecimal.

NOTE

Setting the Clock

The following table shows the command sequence for setting the clock:

Command 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Value

02 43 4C 4B 20

y1 y2

2D

m1 m2

Command 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Value

2D

d1 d2

2C

h1 h2

3A

f1 f2

03

This gray cells in the Value row of this table indicate the correct positions for each byte of data in the
command string.

Place the hexadecimal value of the desired ASCII character into the command string. Enter a two digit
value for the Year, Month, Day, Hour, and Minute into the command string. Each digit is a separate
byte. Use the last two digits of the year for the year value (For example, 2001 is entered as 01). Time
is always designated in Military Time.

Example

In this example, 14:39 on December 25, 2000 is used to demonstrate the Set Clock Command String.

Notation Used in

Value Column

ASCII Character of

desired Value

Hex Value entered into

command string.

Year Character #1 y1

0 30

Year Character #2 y2

0 30

Month Character #1 m1

1 31

Month Character #2 m2

2 32

Day Character #1 d1

2 32

Day Character #2 d2

5 35

Hour Character #1 h1

1 31

Hour Character #2 h2

4 34

Minute Character #1 f1

3 33

Minute Character #2 f2

9 39

The final Set Clock Command String for 14:39 in December 25, 2000 would appear as follows:

Command 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Value

02 43 4C 4B 20

30 30

2D

31 32

Command 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Value

2D

32 35

2C

31 34

3A

33 39

03

ASCII Status Request Messages

Command ASCII String Bytes in Hexadecimal

Model Name Request Sx MLN Ex

02 4D 4C 4E 03

Software Version Number Request Sx SVN Ex

02 73 77 4E 03

Record Mode Status Request Sx RMS Ex

02 52 4D 73 03

Stop Mode Status Request Sx SMS Ex

02 73 4D 73 03

ASCII Status Response Messages

Command ASCII String

Model Name Response Sx MLN DSR-2000e Ex

Software Version Number Response Sx SVN 1.18 Ex

Sx RMS 0 E

x

(Not Recording)

Sx RMS 1 Ex (Recording)

Sx RMS 2 Ex (Not Recording and Disk Full)

Record Mode Status Response

Sx RMS 3 Ex (Recording and Disk Full)

Sx SMS 0 Ex (Not Playing)

Sx SMS 1 Ex (Playing)

Sx SMS 2 Ex (Not Playing and End of Disk)

Stop Mode Status Response

Sx SMS 3 Ex (Playing and End of Disk)

8 FACTORY DEFAULTS

Function Setting

Time Format 24 Hour

Date Format MM / DD / YY

Normal Record Speed 60 pictures per seconds (NTSC) or 50 pps (Pal)

Alarm Record Speed 60 pictures per seconds (NTSC) or 50 pps (Pal)

Record Quality High

Disk Overwrite Mode Continuous Overwrite

Archive Overwrite Mode (Not currently implemented)

Auto Delete Mode Off

Background Archive Mode Off

Video Input Composite

Front Panel Locked Off

Brightness 50%

Contrast 50%

Saturation 50%

Display Current Time and Date Off

Display Record Capacity Off

Display Last Alarm Off

Display Archive Status Off

Display Record or Playback Speed Off

Display Playback Time and Date Off

Baud Rate 9600

Hardwire Alarm Enabled

Teletext Alarm Enabled

Alarm Buzzer Disabled

Multiplexer None

Language English

Network Time Update Interval Disabled

Daylight Savings Time Off

Color Auto

Quickwave Setup Off

Function Setting

WINS Disabled

Audio Record Setting Off

9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

General

Power Supply 120-240 Volt AC, Auto-Ranging adapter

Input Voltage 12 Volt DC

Power consumption 20 Watts Max.

Operating Temperature Range Operating: 0 to 40 ºC. Storage: -20 to +60 ºC.

Relative Humidity Range (Non-Condensing) Operating: 10% to 80%. Storage: 10% to 95%

Dimensions Inches: 13 x 14 x 3.5 mm: 330 x 355 x 89

Weight 10 lbs. (4.5 kg)

Connections

Ethernet Port 10 / 100Mb RJ-45

Power Connector 2.1mm Barrel Connector, Center Positive

Accessory I/O Port DB-9 Male. See Section 1.9, Accessories Port

SCSI Port 50 Way High Density, SCSI connector

RS-232 Serial Port DB-9 Male DTE Connection

SVHS In 4-pin mini-DIN connector (See caution below)

SVHS Out 4-pin mini-DIN connector

Composite Video In BNC connector (See caution below)

Composite Video Out BNC connector

Audio In RCA Jack

Audio Out RCA Jack

Caution: Do not connect both video inputs at the same time.

Audio / Video

Video Signal Input 0.7 to 1.4 Volts peak-to-peak, with Automatic Gain Control

Video Signal Output 1 Volt peak-to-peak into 75-ohm

Input Termination 75-ohm

Colors Y:U:V 4:2:2, 16.8 Million Colors

Gray Scale 256 Levels

Horizontal Resolution 720 Pixels

Vertical Resolution 484 Lines NTSC, 576 Lines PAL

Compression Standard Wavelets

Audio In RCA jack, 315mV, 40k Ohms. Unbalanced.

Audio Out RCA jack, 315mV, 600 Ohms. Unbalanced.

On-screen Video Indicators

Archive Status
End of Data
Fast Forward
Last Alarm

Audio

Pause
Play
Record Capacity
Reverse Play

Record Speed

Rewind
Start of Data
Time and Date
Video Loss

Playback Speed

Part Numbers

Accessories PCB 0900-0127

User Manual 0150-0163

Archiving Addendum 0150-0145

WaveReader Software CD 0151-0005

WaveReader Software Manual 0150-0143

All specifications are subject to change without notice. GE Security believes all specifications are
correct, but no liability is assumed for omissions or errors.

10 WARRANTY AND SERVICE

10.1 Factory Service

Warning: Do not open the top cover or attempt to service the unit, as this may expose

you to dangerous voltages and other hazards. Programmer maintenance of this unit is
limited to external cleaning and inspection. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.

If the unit requires factory service, contact the dealer who supplied the unit to you for the correct
procedures on returning the unit to the factory or the nearest factory service center.

If the dealer is not available, contact the manufacturer of the unit as detailed below and request a Return
Material Authorization number (RMA). The unit’s serial number must be provided before a RMA number
can be issued. Units returned to the factory for service must have freight and insurance prepaid, and
must show the RMA number clearly on all shipping documents. The failure symptoms must be clearly
described by the operator and enclosed with the unit together with a copy of the original suppliers invoice.
Failure to comply with these instructions will delay service of the unit, and may result in the unit not being
accepted by the Repair Center.

Factory Address

GE Security
Attention: Repair Center
3050 Red Hill Ave
Costa Mesa, CA. 92626
United States of America
Telephone: [phone] (7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Pacific Time)
In Oregon: 541-754-9133
Fax: [phone] (24 hours a day)

For warranty information, see the following page.

10.2 Warranty and Return Information

GE Security warrants all of its equipment for three years from the date of purchase. This warranty covers
any defects in materials and workmanship. Equipment failures that are due to improper installation,
modification, abuse, or acts of nature will not be covered by this warranty. The repair department will
evaluate all equipment returned for repair to determine warranty coverage. The Tech Support Manager
will resolve any questions that may arise during evaluation to make a final determination.

Note: The three-year warranty does not apply to the following products:

MobileView® and the monitor CRT, which carry a 12-month warranty from the date of purchase.

The warranty specifically covers any defects in material and workmanship and does not cover equipment
that has been abused, damaged, or modified.

For all warranty repairs, GE Security will cover all costs, including parts, labor, and shipping. Repaired
equipment will be returned via the same method of shipment in which it was received. If a customer
requests a faster return shipment, the difference will be charged.

For all non-warranty repairs, the customer will be billed for parts, labor, and shipping. Labor will be
billed in half-hour increments.

Note: Customers requesting an estimate prior to repair will be notified by phone. If they cannot be reached, they will be notified by
fax. If we are unable to reach the contact person for repair authorization after one phone attempt and two fax attempts, the
equipment will be returned without being repaired. We will hold equipment no longer than two weeks.

Advance Replacement Policy

When an advance replacement is required, we will send the customer replacement equipment from our
stock and receive the returned product in exchange. The received equipment will be evaluated and the
repair department will determine whether it is a warranty replacement. If it is non-warranty, see our repair
policy above for details. The following guidelines will be used for all advance replacements:

• Fewer than 45 days from purchase, GE Security will replace the product with new equipment.

• From 45 days to 1 year from purchase, GE Security will replace the product with refurbished

equipment.

• From 1 year to 3 years from purchase, the product must be sent in for repair. Advance

replacements will be sent for a fee of $100.

If you have questions about this policy, please contact the GE Security RMA Department at
800-469-1676.