Remote Control .................................................................................................................................... 16
Remote ControlRemote Control
Mouse Control ...................................................................................................................................... 17
2.5.2 Front Panel ...................................................................................................................................... 18
Other Interfaces ................................................................................................................................... 26
Other InterfacesOther Interfaces
OVERVIEW OF NAVIGATION AND CONTROLS LO
OVERVIEW OF NAVIGATIOVERVIEW OF NAVIGATI
Login, Logout & Main Menu ............................................................................................................... 28
Login, Logout & Main MenuLogin, Logout & Main Menu
4.1.2 Main Menu ....................................................................................................................................... 28
4.2.1 Live Viewing..................................................................................................................................... 29
4.3.1 Search Menu ................................................................................................................................... 32
Record Setup (Schedule) ................................................................................................................... 37
Record Setup (Schedule)Record Setup (Schedule)
4.4.1 Schedule Menu .................................................................................................................................... 37
4.5.3 Video Loss............................................................................................................................................. 40
4.5.4 Camera Masking .................................................................................................................................. 41
Alarm Setup and Alarm Activation .................................................................................................... 42
Alarm Setup and Alarm ActivationAlarm Setup and Alarm Activation
4.9.8 Activate Auto Scan..............................................................................................................................51
Menu Tree ............................................................................................................................................ 53
Menu TreeMenu Tree
Main Menu ............................................................................................................................................ 53
5.5.4 Manual Record ................................................................................................................................ 70
5.5.6 Auto Maintain................................................................................................................................... 71
5.5.7 TV Adjust.......................................................................................................................................... 72
5.6.4 Version ............................................................................................................................................. 74
6.2.3 Tour Setup ....................................................................................................................................... 78
Thank you for purchasing our DVR!
This operating manual is designed to be a reference tool for the installation and
operation of your system.
Here you can find information about this series DVR, its features and functions, as
well as a detailed menu tree.
Before installation and operation, please read the following safeguards and warnings
carefully!
All installation and operation here should conform to local electrical safety codes.
We assume no liability or responsibility for any injuries or damage caused by
improper handling or installation.
2....Transportation security
Avoid heavy stress, excess shaking or exposure to water during transportation,
storage and installation.
3....Handle with care
Do not apply power to the DVR before completing installation.
Do not place objects on top of the DVR
4....Qualified engineers needed
All examination and repair work should be done by qualified service engineers.
We are not liable for any problems caused by unauthorized modifications or
attempted repair.
5....Environment
The DVR should be installed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight,
flammable materials and water.
6. Accessories
Be sure to use all the accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
Before installation, open the package and check that all the below listed components
are included:
One power cable
One Ethernet cable
One remote control (batteries included)
One USB mouse
Contact your local retailer ASAP if something is missing in your package.
EATURES AND SPECIFICATIONSEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS
1.1
1.1 Features
Features
1.11.1
FeaturesFeatures
This series DVR has the following features:
Most competitive price and high cost effectiveness
H.264 compression algorithm ideal for standalone DVR
Real-time live display up to 4 cameras, 100/120 fps recording for CIF & 25/30 fps
recording for 4CIF
Pentaplex function: live, recording, playback, backup & remote access
Multiple control methods: front panel, IR remote control, keyboard, USB mouse
and network keyboard.
Smart video detection: motion detection, camera masking, video loss.
Smart camera settings: privacy masking, camera lock, color setting, and title
display
Pan Tilt Zoom and Speed Dome Control: more than 60 protocols supported -
preset, scan, auto pan, auto tour, pattern, auxiliary functions are supported. And
with speed dome, 3D intelligent positioning function supported.
4-channel audio inputs and bidirectional talk supported
Alarm triggering screen tips, buzzer, PTZ preset, e-mail, FTP upload.
Powerful network software: built-in web server, EPSS. Networking access for
remote live viewing, recording, playback, setting, system status, event log, e-mail
& ftp function.
1.2
1.2 Specification
Specificationssss
1.21.2
SpecificationSpecification
System
Main Processor High performance embedded microprocessor
Operating System Embedded LINUX
System Resources Pentaplex function: live, recording, playback, backup &
remote access
User Interface GUI, on-screen menu tips.
Control Device Front panel, USB mouse, keyboard, IR remote
control, network keyboard,.
Input Method Numeral/Character/Denotation
System Status HDD status, data stream statistics, log record, BIOS
version, on-line user and etc.
Video
Video Input 4-Channel, BNC, 1.0Vp-p, 75Ω
Video Output 2-channel TV output BNC, 1.0Vp- p, 75Ω; 1 VGA output
Video Standards PAL(625Line,50f/s),NTSC(525Line,60f/s)
Video Compression H.264
Video Resolution Format NTSC PAL
D1(4CIF) 704*480 704 * 576
CIF 352 *240 352 *288
Video Recording CIF: PAL 1f/s~25f/s NTSC 1f/s~30f/s
D1: PAL 1f/s~6f/s NTSC 1f/s~7f/s
Video Display Split Full and multiple screen display, 1 / 4
Tour Display Support
Image Quality 1~6 level (level 6 is the best)
Privacy Masking 8 self-defined four-sided zone for privacy masking for
each camera
Camera Lock Camera locked for users
Color Adjustment Adjust color according to different time periods
Video Information Camera title, time, video loss, camera lock, motion
detection, recording
TV Output Adjustment Adjust TV output color & display zone
This section provides information about the front panel and the rear panel.
Please refer to this section first after installation.
2.1
2.1 Front Panel
Front Panel
2.12.1
Front PanelFront Panel
Please refer to
Figure 2-1 for front panel information.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Figure 2-1
SN Button Name
1 USB Port
2
3 Reverse/pause II
4 Fast play
5 Slow play
6 Next I
7 Previous I
8 Shift Shift
9 Assistant Fn
Play/pause II
Icon
► In playback mode: click this button to switch between
Function
Connect to USB port
In playback mode: play or pause video.
In text box: input number 5.
In playback mode: reverse play video.
In text box: input number 6.
In playback mode: click this button to switch between
various fast play speeds and normal playback.
In text box: input number 7.
various slow play speeds and normal playback.
In text box: input number 8.
In playback mode: play the next video.
In text box: input number 9.
In playback mode: play the previous video.
In text box: input number 0.
In input mode, switch between numeral/character and
other function keys.
In four-window preview mode, it can work as Fn button.
In 1-ch monitor mode: pop up assistant function:PTZ
In motion detection interface, working with direction keys
to finish setup.
Clear: Press Fn for 1.5 seconds to clear all contents in
current text box.
In preview interface (There is no other menu), click this
button for 3 seconds to switch between TV/VGA.
In text box input mode, press this button to switch
between numeral/English character (small/capitalized).
Special combined operation in some menus.
Go back to previous menu or cancel current operation in
function menu interface.
10 Cancel Esc
11 Record Rec
>
12 Direction key
< >
13 O.K Enter
14
Power
In video playback mode, click this button to go back to
real-time monitor mode.
Enable or disable record function manually. In record
control menu, use the direction keys to select
recording channel.
<
Move cursor
In text box: increase or decrease numerals.
In dropdown list, modify current setup.
In monitor mode, click this button to go to the 1st channel-
or 4th channel. (Single-channel monitor mode).
In text box input mode, press SHIFT and then use
up/down key to input number 1 or 4.
In the main menu or sub-menu interface, click left or right
key to move cursor.
In playback mode: Click
option in the function menu.
In monitor mode, click left/right key to go to 2nd channel
or 3rd channel (single-window monitor mode)
In text box input mode, press SHIFT and then use
left/right key to input number 2 or 3.
Confirm
Go to the main menu
Boot up or shut down the DVR
Note: Some models may be equipped with a jog/shuttle.
Turn shuttle (outer ring) clockwise to navigate right, counter clockwise to navigate left.
Turn jog (Inner dial) clockwise to navigate down, counter clockwise to navigate up.
1、Audio and video input/output section:Video input/output interface、audio
input/output interface;
2、
LINE SPK MIC:
Blue (LINE) is input cable:Level:2Vrms,Input resistance:10k ohms
Green (SPK) is output cable: Level:2Vrms,Input resistance:10k ohms
Pink (MIC) is micro phone input cable : Level : 10mV-200mVp-p , Input
resistance:600k ohms-20k ohms;
3、RS232 port、VGA port;
4、Mouse/network interface:Two USB 2.0 high-speed ports、10M/100M selfadaptable Ethernet port
5、Main function section:
C1/O1:Alarm output 1 public port
C2/O2 : Alarm output 2 public port
+12V: +12V/100mA output
A~B:RS485 port
1~4: Alarm input port
G :Ground
6、Power control section: Power socket(AC 100V-240V 50HZ/60HZ);
Please pay attention to the ethernet connection, you need to use crossover cable to
connect DVR to PC. You need to use straight-throught to connect DVR via hub or
switch.
2.2.2 Connection Sample
Here is a connection sample for your reference. See Figure 2-3.
2 Multiple-window switch
3 0-9 number key
4 Record
5 Function key
6 Confirm /menu key
7 Cancel
8 Direction key
9 forward
10 Previous
11 Back
12 Next
13 Slow play
14 Stop
15 Fast play
16 Play/Pause
2.4
2.4 Mouse Control
Mouse Control
2.42.4
Mouse ControlMouse Control
Left click
mouse
In real-time monitor mode, you can go to the main menu.
When you have selected a menu item, left click the mouse to view the
content within that menu.
Execute the control operation.
Modify checkbox or motion detection status.
Expand drop-down menus
In the input box, you can select different input methods. By left clicking the
corresponding button on the panel you can input upper and lower case
letters, numbers and symbols. Also note, the _ represents a space, and ←
works as a backspace or delete.
To input symbols, you can use the corresponding numeral in the front panel.
For example, click number 1 to input “/” , or you can click the number in the
on-screen keyboard directly.
During playback, double click a file to start the selected playback. Double left
click mouse
In multiple-window mode, double click one channel to view in full-window.
Double left click current video again to go back to previous multiple-window
In real-time monitor mode, right click pops up a shortcut menu.
From here, you can change window views as well as Pan/Tilt/Zoom controls,
and color settings for the currently selected channel. Also, if you are in
multiple-window access mode, the system automatically switches to the
corresponding channel.
Exit current menu without saving any changes. Back out of current menu.
Scroll wheel
Move
mouse
mouse
In numeral input box: Increase or decrease numeral value.
Switch the items in the check box.
Page up or page down
Control the mouse cursor
Select motion detection zone Click & Drag
Select privacy mask zone
2.5
2.5 Virtual Keyboard & Front Panel
Virtual Keyboard & Front Panel
2.52.5
Virtual Keyboard & Front PanelVirtual Keyboard & Front Panel
2.5.1 Virtual Keyboard
The system supports Alphanumeric (upper and lower case) and symbols input.
Move the cursor to the text column and you will see the input button pops up on the
right. Click that button to switch between numbers and letters. Use > or < to shift
between small characters and capitalized characters.
2.5.2 Front Panel
Move the cursor to the text column. Click Fn key and use direction keys to select the
desired number. Press enter button to input, once finished.
Installation and ConnectionsInstallation and Connections
Note: All the installation and operation should conform to your local electric
safety rules.
3.1
3.1 Check Unpacked DVR
Check Unpacked DVR
3.13.1
Check Unpacked DVRCheck Unpacked DVR
Upon receipt of the DVR from the courier, please check whether there is any visible
damage to the DVR appearance. The protective materials used for the package of
the DVR can protect most accidental clashes during transportation. Then you can
open the box to check the accessories.
Please check the items in accordance with the list on the warranty card. Finally you
can remove the protective film of the DVR.
3.2
3.2 HDD Installation
HDD Installation
3.23.2
HDD Installation HDD Installation
3.2.1 Choose HDDs
We recommend Seagate/IBM/Hitachi HDD of 7200rpm or higher.
3.2.2 Calculate HDD Size
You can use 120G-1500G HDD to guarantee higher recording durations.
The formula of total HDD size is:
Total Capacity (MB) = Camera Amount * Recording Hours * HDD Usage Per Hour
(M/h)
H.264 compression is ideal for standalone DVRs. It can save more than 30% HDD
capacity over MPEG4 part 1. When you calculate the total HD capacity, you should
estimate the average HDD capacity per hour for each channel.
For example, for a 4-ch DVR, the average capacity of HDD usage per hour per
channel is 200M/h. If you want the DVR to record video 12 hours each day for 30
days, the total space needed on your HDDs is: 4 channels * 30 days * 12 hours *
200 M/h = 288G which requires one 320G HDD or 2 160G HDDs.
3.2.3 HDD Installation
Data ribbons and fastening screws are provided in the accessory box.
Please follow the instructions below to install hard disk.
1. Loosen the screws of the upper cover. 2. Remove the HDD bracket from internal unit.
3. Dismantle the upper HDD bracket. 4. Install the HDD. Note the HDD is placed
upside down. Make sure bracket is in
correct position.
If the HDD amount is less than four, you do not need to install the HDD bracket.
5.
Screw the two bracket parts together. 6. Put HDD bracket back and then fix firmly.
8
7. Loosen the power cable. 8. Connect to the SATA ports and then connect
power cord to the HDDs.
9. Place the upper cover back and screw firmly .
After HDD installation, check connection of data ribbon and power cord.
3.3
3.3 DDDDesktop
3.33.3
3.3.1 Desktop Mounting
To prevent surface damage, please make sure that the rubber feet are securely
installed on the four corners of the bottom of the unit.
Position the unit to allow for cable and power cord clearance at the rear of the unit.
Please make sure that the air flow around the unit is not obstructed.
3.4
3.4 Connecting
3.43.4
Please check the input voltage and device power button is match or not.
We recommend you use UPS to guarantee steady operation, DVR life span, and
other peripheral equipments operation such as cameras.
The DVR automatically detects the video standard (PAL or NTSC) whenever you
connect a video input. It accepts both color and black-and-white video.
NOTE:
Enabling line lock on cameras may cause video distortion. There may be noise in
If a video distribution amplifier is installed between the video source and the DVR,
To connect each video input:
1. Connect a coaxial cable to the camera or other analog video source.
2. Connect the coaxial cable to the video in connector on the rear panel.
Please refer to Error! Reference source not found. for more information.
NOTE:
You need to use a BNC installation tool to connect coaxial cables to the rear panel.
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recommend you disable the line lock on the camera.
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3.5.2 Connecting Video Output
This section provides information about physically connecting video display devices
to the DVR. See Error! Reference source not found..
If you connect the DVR with a TV monitor or VGA monitor, the DVR can automatically
detect the monitor type. Without any output device, by default, the DVR is configured
to use a TV monitor. If your application requires a VGA monitor, you need to hold
“FN2” or Shift on the front panel for about 5 seconds, in order to change display
modes.
NOTE:
Video output 1 and VGA can’t display at the same time. But Video output 2 can
display properly with Video Output 1 or VGA.
This series DVR has 4-ch audio input, 2-ch audio output.
The DVR encodes audio and video signals simultaneously, which lets you control
audio at the monitored location.
To set up audio:
1. Make sure your audio input device matches the RCA input level. If the device and
RCA input levels do not match, audio distortion problems may occur.
2. Make sure the audio connector is wired as follows:
3. Connect a line input device or pre-amplified microphone to the audio connector for
the video channel on the rear panel.
Please refer to Error! Reference source not found..
The DVR offers 4 alarm inputs for external signaling devices, such as door contacts
or motion detectors. Each alarm input can normally open or normally close. Once
configured, an alarm input can invoke many different activities, including triggering a
relay device, sending an alert to a security office or store pre-alarm video to the DVR.
3.6.3 Alarm Input
For this series DVR, a grounding signal is needed for alarm input.
If you need to connect two units or one DVR and other device, use a relay to
separate them.
Please refer to Figure 3-4 for more information.
Figure 3-4
3.6.4 Alarm Output
Do not connect alarm output ports directly with high power loads (no more than 1 A).
You can use the co-contactor to realize the connection between the alarm output port
and the load. Please refer to Figure 3-5 for more information.
Figure 3-5
3.6.5 Alarm Input and Output Details
You can refer to the following sheet and Figure 3-6 for more information.
Parameter
0404 L(N)(Grounding Alarm)
G Ground line
C1/O1:C2/O2 These are two alarm output ports(Normal Open)
485 communication port. They are used to control devices
such as PTZ.
+12(C)
Provide 100mA power to the main board. You need to provide
external power if the power is more than 100mA, otherwise it
will damage PC power.
A, B connection
Figure 3-6
Please refer to Figure 3-7 for more information.
4-ch grounding alarm inputs. (Normal open or Normal close type)
Please parallel connect COM end and GND end of the alarm detector (Provide
external power to the alarm detector).
Please parallel connect the Ground of the DVR and the ground of the alarm
detector.
Please connect the NC port of the alarm sensor to the DVR alarm input(ALARM)
If you need to reset the touched-off alarm remotely, you can use DVR to supply
controllable 12 V power to the alarm detector such as the smoke detector.
Use the same ground with that of DVR if you use external power to the alarm
device.
3.6.6 Relay Output Description
4 ways relay alarm output. Provide external power to external alarm device.
between touch and winding 1000VAC 1minute 50/60Hz
Surge
voltage
Length of
open time
Length of
close time
Longevity
Temperature
3.7
3.7 RS232
RS232
3.73.7
RS232RS232
You can connect the DVR with POS (point of sale systems) or Keyboard through the
RS232. With POS systems, the DVR can communicate through RS232 and network.
For the POS system, the DVR can integrate the text content and even search the
record through the info. The series DVR also support network keyboard operation.
You can operate the DVR from the keyboard controls instead of using the control pad
on the front panel of the unit.
To connect a NETWORK KEYBOARD to the DVR:
1. Assemble the keyboard according to the instructions in its accompanying
installation manual.
2. Connect the keyboard into one of the RS232 ports on the DVR or through network.
3.8
3.8 RS485
RS485
3.83.8
RS485RS485
between touches with
same polarity
3ms max
3ms max
Mechanical
Electrical
-40°C ~+70°C (-40°F ~ +158°F)
1500V (10×160us)
50×106 times (3Hz)
200×103 times (0.5Hz)
Formatted:
Formatted:
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Bullets and Numbering
When the DVR receives a camera control command, it transmits that command up
the UTP cable to the PTZ device. RS485 is a single-direction protocol; the PTZ
device can’t return any data to the unit. To enable the operation, connect the PTZ
device to the RS485(A,B) input on the DVR. Since RS485 is disabled by default for
each camera, you must enable the PTZ settings first. This series DVR support
multiple protocols such as Pelco-D, Pelco-P.
To connect PTZ devices to the DVR:
1. Connect RS485 A,B on the DVR rear panel. A is RS-485 Positive & B is RS-485
negative
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the proper pins in the connector on the
camera.
3. Follow the instructions for configuring a camera to enable each PTZ device on the
DVR.
3.9
3.9 Other Interfaces
Other Interfaces
3.93.9
Other InterfacesOther Interfaces
There are still other interfaces on the DVR, such as USB ports. You can refer to
the Figure 3-10 for more information.
Overview of Navigation and Controls Login, Logout & Main
Overview of NaviOverview of Navi
Menu
Menu
Menu Menu
Before operation, please make sure you have properly installed HDDs and all the
cable connections.
4.1
4.1 Login, Logout & Main Menu
Login, Logout & Main Menu
4.14.1
Login, Logout & Main Menu Login, Logout & Main Menu
4.1.1 Login
When the system boots up, the default video display is a multiple-window view.
Click Enter or left click mouse, you can see the login interface. See Figure 4-1.
There are 4 default accounts.
Username: admin Password: admin (administrator, local and remote)
Username: guest Password: guest (low authority user, local and remote)
Username: user Passwords: user (low authority user who can monitor live feed,
playbacks, and backups)
Username: default Password: default (hidden user – view cameras only)
For your system security, please modify password after your first login.
You can input your password by using the front panel keys, the remote control or a
gation and Controls Login, Logout & Main
gation and Controls Login, Logout & Main gation and Controls Login, Logout & Main
Figure 4-1
USB mouse which is recommended. Click to switch between numbers,
letters, and symbols.
Note: Three unsuccessful login attempts within 30 minutes will result in system
alarm. Five unsuccessful login attempts will result in an account lock.
4.1.2 Main Menu
After you logged in, the main menu is shown as in
Figure 4-2.
There are total six icons: search, information, setting, backup, advanced and
shutdown.
You can move the cursor to highlight the icon, and then left click mouse to enter
the sub-menu.
There are two ways for you to shut down. One is from the menu option:
In the main menu, click shutdown you can see an interface is shown as below.
See Figure 4-3.
Figure 4-3
There are several options for you. See Figure 4-4.
Figure 4-4
The other ways is to press the power button on the front panel for at least 3
seconds - system will stop all operations. Then you can click the power button in
the rear panel to turn off the DVR.
4.1.4 Auto Resume after Power Failure
The system can automatically backup video and resume previous working status
after power failure.
4.1.5 Replace CMOS Battery
Please make sure to use battery model CR-2032. We recommend you replace it
regularly (such as once every 2-3 years) to guarantee system time accuracy.
After you logged in, the system is in a live viewing mode. You will see system
date, time and channel name. If you want to change the system date and time,
you can refer to general settings (Main Menu->Setting->General). If you want to
modify the channel name, please refer to the display settings (Main Menu>Setting->Display)
1111
2222
Recording status 3333
Motion detection 4444
Video loss
Camera lock
Note: Please refer to the following sheet for channel status. stands for enabled
tour function, stands for a disabled tour.
4.2.2 Manual record
Note:
You need to have proper rights to perform the following operations.
4.2.2.1 Manual record menu
There are two ways to go to the manual record menu.
Right click mouse or go to the Main Menu -> Advanced->Manual Record.
In live viewing mode you can press the record button on the front panel. You can
also press record on the remote control.
4.2.2.2 Basic operation
There are three statuses: schedule/manual/stop. Highlight icon “○” to select
corresponding channel.
Manual: the highest priority. After manual setup, all selected channels will begin
continuous recording.
Schedule: channel records as you defined in the recording setup (Main Menu-
>Setting->Schedule)
Stop: all channels stop recording.
Note: Manual operation has the highest priority.
4.2.2.3 Enable/disable record
Check current channel status: “○” means it is not in recording status, “●”
means it is in recording status.
Use either the mouse or the directional keys to highlight a channel number.