
TruVision DVR 41 User
Manual
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Content
Chapter 1 Product introduction 1
Product overview 1
Chapter 2 Installation 3
Installation environment 3
Unpacking the TVR 41 and its accessories 3
Back panel 4
PTZ dome camera set up 5
Wiring the keypad 10
RS-485 ports 12
RS-232 port 13
Monitor connections 13
Loop through 13
Audio inputs and output 13
Brackets 14
Chapter 3 Getting started 15
Turning on and off the DVR 15
Using the setup wizard 16
Chapter 4 Operating instructions 19
Controlling the TVR 41 19
Using the front panel 19
Using the mouse 21
Using the IR remote control 22
Menu overview 25
Chapter 5 Live vi ew 29
Description of live view 29
Video output 29
Audio output 30
Controlling live view 30
Multiview format 32
Sequencing cameras 33
Accessing frequently used commands 34
Configuring live view 35
Configuring time and date 38
General settings 39
V-stream encoding 42
Chapter 6 Controlling a PTZ camera 43
Configuring PTZ settings 43
Calling up presets, tours and shadow tours 44
Setting and calling up presets 45

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Setting and calling up preset tours 47
Setting and calling up a shadow tour 48
Chapter 7 Playing back a recording 51
Overview of the playback window 51
Playback pop-up menu 54
Instant playback 54
All-day playback 55
Searching recorded video 56
Playing back recordings by time and video type 57
Playing back recordings by event 58
Creating and playing back bookmarked recordings 59
Slideshow of snapshots 60
Playing back recordings from the system log 61
Playback skip time 61
Motion search 62
Playing back frame-by-frame 63
Digital zoom in playback 63
Chapter 8 Archiving recorded files 64
Archiving files 64
Auto archiving 67
Creating and archiving video clips 68
Archiving snapshots 68
Managing backup devices 69
Playing back archived files on a PC 69
Chapter 9 Using the web browser 71
Windows Vista and 7 users 71
Accessing the web browser 72
Web browser overview 72
Using the web browser to configure the device 74
Searching and playing back recorded video 77
Searching for event logs 79
Dual streaming 80
Controlling a PTZ dome camera in the web browser 81
Capturing text insertions 81
Text overlay 83
Using a network storage system 84
Chapter 10 Recording 87
Initializing recording settings 87
Defining a recording schedule 90
Daily schedules 91
Holiday schedules 92
Manual recording 93
Motion detection schedules 93
External alarm schedules 94

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Protecting recorded fil es 94
HDD redundancy 96
Chapter 11 Alarm settings 97
Description of alarm notification types 97
Setting up motion detection 100
Setting up external alarms 102
Triggering or cleari ng alarm outputs ma nu al l y 105
Setting up system notifications 105
Detecting video loss 106
Detecting video tampering 107
Chapter 12 Network settings 109
Configuring general network settings 109
Configuring PPPoE 110
Configuring DDNS 111
Configuring an NTP server 112
Configuring e-mail 112
Configuring UPnPTM 113
Configuring SNMP 115
Configuring an FTP server to store snapshots 115
Configuring a remote alarm host 115
Configuring multicast 116
Configuring the server and HTTP ports 116
Configuring the RTSP service port 116
Checking network status 117
Exporting network packet data 118
Bandwidth throttle management 118
Chapter 13 HDD management 121
Initializing HDDs 121
Controlling disk space on the HDD 121
Setting up HDD groups 122
Recording dual streaming 123
Setting the HDD property 123
Checking HDD status 124
Configuring HDD alarms 124
Managing eSATA 125
Checking the S.M.A.R.T. information 125
Searching video using disk analysis 126
Chapter 14 Camera settings 129
Configuring the camera OSD settings 129
Setting up privacy masking 130
Adjusting camera image settings 131
Hiding a camera image from view 131

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Chapter 15 DVR management 133
Configuring the RS-232 port 133
Updating system firmw ar e 134
Restoring default settings 135
Viewing system information 136
Searching system logs for events 137
Importing and exporting configuration settings 138
Chapter 16 User management 139
Adding a new user 139
Customizing a user’s access privileges 140
Deleting a user 141
Modifying a user 142
Changing the Admin password 142
Chapter 17 iTVRmobile 143
Setup and login 143
Live view 144
Controlling a PTZ camera 145
Device management 146
Favorites 147
Local configuration 148
Change passwords 148
Snapshots 148
Appendix A Specifications 149
Appendix B PTZ protocols 151
Appendix C Port forwarding information 153
Appendix D KTD-405 keypad 155
Supported firmware 155
Wiring the keypad 155
Setting up the keypad to work with the TVR 41 156
Operating the keypad 158
Appendix E Maximum pre-recording times 163
Appendix F Supported PTZ commands 165
Appendix G Default menu settings 167
Index 177

TruVision DVR 41 User Manual 1
Chapter 1
Product introduction
Product overview
This is the TruVision DVR 41(TVR 41) User M anual f or model s :
Table 1: Product codes
-4116-12T TVR-4116-4TEA
TVR-4116-8TEA
TVR-4116-12TEA
Note: Models are shipped with the power chords for their region.
For regions not listed in Table 1 above, please contact your local supplier.
The TruVision™ DVR 41 (TVR 41) is a versatile, user-friendly embedded digital
video recorder (DVR) allowing end-users to record 4, 8, or 16 analog cameras at
4 CIF in real time (25/30 fps), while providing integration with the UTC portfolio of
security solutions, and offering a seamless product experience within the
TruVision brand.
Its dual streaming functionality allows the user to set up different settings for
recording and streaming video in live view mode.
TruVision DVR 41 can fully integrate with the license-free TruV is i on Navigator
software, which is ideal for the most commercial applications. TVR 41’s easy and
intuitive-to-use web browser interface enables remote configuration and secure
viewing, searching, and playing back of video from computers connected via the
Internet.

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Chapter 2
Installation
This section describes how to install the TVR 41 unit.
Installation environment
When installing your product, consider these factors:
• Ventilation
• Temperature
• Moisture
• Chassis load
Ventilation: Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions. Ensure that the location planned for the installation
of the unit is well ventilated.
Temperature: Consider the unit’s operating temperature (-10 to +55 ºC, 14 to
131 °F) and noncondensing humidity specifications (10 to 90%) before choosing
an installation location. Extremes of heat or cold beyond the specified operating
temperature limits may reduce the life expectancy of the DVR. Do not install the
unit on top of other hot equipment. Leave 44 mm (1.75 in.) of space between
rack-mounted TruVision DVR 41 units.
Moisture: Do not use the unit near water. Moisture can damage the internal
components. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to
rain or moisture.
Chassis: Equipment weighing less than 15.9 kg (35 lb.) may be placed on top of
the unit.
Unpacking the TVR 41 and its acces so ries
When you receive the product, check the package and contents for damage, and
verify that all items are included. There is an item list included in the package. If
any of the items are damaged or missing, please contact your local supplier.

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Items shipped with the product include:
• IR (infrared) remote control
• Two AAA batteries for the remo te control
• AC power cords (US, Eur op e, UK)
• USB mouse
• DVR
• Video loop through cable
• CD with software and manuals
• TruVision DVR 41 Quick Start Guide
• TruVision DVR 41 User Manual (on CD)
Back panel
Figure 1 on page 5 shows the back panel connections and describes each
connector on a typical TVR 41 digital video recorder. Details may vary for specific
models.
Before powering up the DVR, connect the cameras and a main monitor for basic
operation.

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Figure 1: Back panel connections
1. Connect up to 16 analog cameras to BNC
connectors.
2. Connect audio inputs (available for each
camera) to RCA connectors.
3. Connect up to two CCTV monitors (BNCtype connectors):
- Spot monitor
- Main monitor
4. Connect to speakers for audio output.
5. Connect RCA connector to a microphone.
6. Connect to a RS-232 device.
7. Connect to a VGA monitor.
8. Connect to an optional eSATA device such
as SATA HDD, CD/DVD-RM.
9. Connect to a HDTV. The HDMI connection
supports both digital audio and video.
10. Connect to an optional USB device such as
a mouse, CD/DVD burner or HDD. The
DVR supports both a USB DVD and a USB
HD on the front and back USB ports.
11. Connect to a network.
12. Terminate the line to the dome cameras
using this RS-485 switch. Default is Off.
13. Connect to a PTZ control.
14. Connect to a keyboard (KTD-405 shown)
15. Connect up to 16 alarm input cables to
relay outputs.
16. Connect up to four alarm relay outputs.
17. Connect to ground.
18. Connect to a power supply.
19. Loop through for up to 16 analog cameras
(see item 1).
PTZ dome camera set up
Use the USB mouse provided or the optional keypad for local telemetry control. If
using the TVR 41 over a network, use the web browser to control the PTZ dome
cameras or TruVision Navigator.
See Appendix B on page151 for the supported protocols and Appendix F on
page 165 for the PTZ commands supported by each protocol.

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Each PTZ camera must be set up individually. For information on configuring
PTZ dome camera settings, see Chapter 6, “Controlling a PTZ camera” on page
43.
Connecting a TVR 41 to a PTZ dome camera and a
keypad
Use the input/output box that is supplied with the keypad to connect a keypad to
the TVR 41. The keypad can be connected to a PTZ camera for local control or
for control over the network.
See Figure 2 below for the preferred setup. Any PTZ dome camera can be
controlled as the DVR is doing the PTZ protocol translation. However, this setup
provides only limited dome configuration.
Figure 2: Connecting a keypad to the TVR 41 for control of a PTZ dome camera over the
network
Configuring the PTZ protocols for Interlogix cameras
Before the PTZ dome cameras are assembled in their housings, set their
protocol and address DIP switches for the TVR 41. See Table 2 on page 7 for
different Interlogix PTZ dome camera settings.
If you are using PTZ dome cameras from another company, please refer to their
configuration instructions.

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Table 2: PTZ protocols for Interlogix cameras
TruVision Mini PTZ
12X: Indoor Dome
Protocol DIP
switches:
000000
1. Protocol DIP switches
2. RS-485 communication DIP switches
3. Camera ID DIP switches
RS-485
communication DIP
switches:
0000000000
Camera ID DIP
switches:
Select the
camera ID
DIP switch
address as
required
TruVision Mini PTZ
12X: Outdoor
Dome
Protocol DIP
switches:
000000
1. Protocol DIP switches
2. RS-485 communication DIP switches
3. Camera ID DIP switches
RS-485
communication DIP
switches:
0000000000
Camera ID DIP
switches:
Select the
camera ID
DIP switch
address as
required.

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Protocol switches: 0111
1. Address switches; 2. Baud switches;
Address switches: Select the
camera ID
DIP switch
address as
required.
Address switches: Select the
camera ID
DIP switch
address as
required.

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Address switches: Select the
switch
address as
required.
Address switches: Select the
camera ID
DIP switch
address as
required.

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Wiring the keypad
The keypad uses RS-485 simplex wiring. The signal is transferred by a single
twisted pair line. A shielded STP CAT5 network cable is recommended. Ground
one end of the cable, either the first or last device on the RS-485 line.
The maximum number of devices that can be installed in one bus is 255, with a
maximum cable length of 1200 m. The cable length can be expanded using a
signal distributor.
Both the first and the last device in series should be terminated with 120 Ohm
resistance to minimize line reflections. See Figure 3 below.
Figure 3: RS-485 bus serial wiring (KTD-405 keypad shown)
1. Keypad
3. See section “RS-485 ports” on page 12
Use an RS-485 signal distributor for a star wiring configuration. See Figure 4 on
page 11.

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Figure 4: Star wiring with RS-485 signal distributor
Correct:
1. Keypad
4. See section “RS-485 ports” on page 12
3. See section “RS-485 ports” on page 12
Use an RS-485 signal distributor to increase the maximum number of devices on
the bus as well as the total range. Each distributor output provides another RS485 bus, extending the output an additional 1200 m. Up to 31 TVR 41s can be
connected to each output. See Figure 5 on page 12.

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Figure 5: Expanding the system with an RS-485 signal distributor
1. Keypad
4. See section “RS-485 ports” below
Caution: Most signal distributor s are unidi r ectional. This means that the sig nal
only flows from the input towards the outputs. Consequently it is not possible to
connect several keypads.
See section “RS-485 por ts ” below to configure the RS-485 port communication
settings.
RS-485 ports
There are two RS-485 ports on the back panel of the DVR. See Figure 6 on page
13 for the serial pin outs.
• Dome RS-485:
A and B: Connect pan, tilt, zoom control of PTZ dome cameras. A = +, B = C and D: Not used
G: Ground of dome camera
G: Ground of keypad
• Keyb: Connect the keypad.

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Figure 6: RS-485 pins
RS-232 port
Use the RS-232 port to connect CBR-PB3-POS (point-of-sale) and ATM devices
to the DVR. See “Configuring the RS-232 port” on page 133 to configure the port.
Monitor connections
Connect the monitors to the DVR outputs (BNC/VGA/HMDI). The unit provides a
1 Vp-p CVBS signal. See Figure 1 on page 5 for connecting a monitor to a
TVR 41.
The TVR 41 supports up to 1280 × 1024 / 60 Hz resolution in VGA. The monitor
resolution should be at least 800 × 600. Adjust your monitor accordingly to this
resolution.
Loop through
You can loop through the cameras to equipment such as a matrix, monitors or a
second DVR. There are 16 numbered loop-through BNC outputs. See Figure 1
on page 5.
Audio inputs and output
The unit is equipped with 16 audio inputs and two audio outputs. Both the audio
output and the audio inputs are line-level. Each 16 audio input is associated with
one of the 16 cameras.
RCA jack, 315 mV, 40 kohms. Unbalanced
RCA jack, 315mV, 600 ohms. Unbalanced
Note: Line-level audio requires amplification.

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Brackets
The DVR is easily rack-mountable with the purchase of the TVR-RK-1 rackmount kit. See Figure 7 below. Contact your local supplier to order it.
Figure 7: Rack-mount installation
Attach the small front rack ears to the unit
(screws supplied)
Attach the DVR to the front rails
(screws not included)
To install the racks:
1. Attach the two small front-rack mount ears to the DVR (screws supplied).
2. Attach the two large rear support brackets (not supplied) to the rear rails.
3. Attach the DVR to the front rails (screws not supplied).
Caution:
Do not rack-mount the TVR 41 without the rear rails installed. Failure to install
the rear rails can damage the DVR.

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Chapter 3
Getting started
Turning on and off the DVR
Before starting the power up process, connect at least one monitor to the video
out or the VGA interface. Otherwise, you will not be able to see the user interface
and operate the device. Also connect at least one camera.
The DVR auto-detects the video mode (P AL or NTSC) on startup.
It is equipped with a universal power supply that will auto-sense 110/240 V,
60/50 Hz.
Note: It is recommended that an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is used in
conjunction with the device.
To turn on the DVR:
Turn on the DVR using the power switch on the back panel. A splash screen
appears on screen.
Once the TVR 41 is powered up, the indicator bar on the front panel will light up
green. All connected cameras are displayed on-screen. The TVR 41
automatically begins recording.
To turn off the DVR:
1. In live view mode, right-click the mouse and click Menu. The main menu
screen appears.
2. Select the Power Manager icon.
3. In the Shutdown popup menu, select Shutdown. Click Yes to confirm
shutdown.
To reboot the DVR:
1. In live view mode, right-click the mouse and click Menu. The main menu
screen appears.
2. Select the Power Manager icon.
3. In the Shutdown popup menu, select Reboot. Click Yes to confirm shutdown.

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Using the setup wizard
The TVR 41 has an express installation wizard that lets you easily configure
basic DVR settings when first used. It configures all cameras simultaneously.
The configuration can then be customized as required.
By default the setup wizard will start once the DVR has loaded. It will walk you
through some of the more important settings of your DVR.
Any changes you make to a setup configuration page are saved when you exit
the page and return to the main wizard page.
Note: If you want to set up the DVR with default settings only, click Next in each
screen until the end.
To quickly set up the TVR 41:
1. Connect all the devices required to the back panel of the DVR. See Figure 1
on page 5.
2. Turn on the unit using the power switch on the front panel. After the boot up
screen, the DVR displays video images on screen.
3. Select the preferred language for the system from the dropdown list and then
click Next.
4. Enable or disable the option to start the wizard automatically when the DVR is
turned on. Click Next.
5. Administrator configuration:
Navigate to the Admin Passw or d edit box and click the edit box with the
mouse, or press Enter on the front panel or remote control, to display the
virtual keyboard. Enter the de faul t ad min password, 1234.
Note: You must enter an admin password. To change the Admin password,
check New Admin password and enter the new password and confirm it.
Caution: It is strongly recommended that you change the password of the
administrator. Do not leave 1234 as the default password. Write it down in a
safe place so that you do not forget it.
If you should forget the password to your DVR, contact your supplier with the
serial number of your DVR to obtain a secure code to reset your DVR.
Click Next.
6. Time and date configuration:
Select the desired time zone, date format, system time and system date.
Note: Daylight savings time (DST) cannot be configured from the wiz ar d. See
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Note: The system time and date are visible on screen. However, they do not
appear in recordings.
Click Next to move to the next page, or Previous to return to the previous
page.
7. Network configuration:
Configure your network settings such as the NIC type, IP address, subnet
mask and default gateway. Enter the preferred DNS server address as well
as the alternate one to use.
Click Next to move to the next page, or Previous to return to the previous
page.
8. HDD management:
Configure your HDD settings as required.
You can group HDDs and assign cameras to a group. See “Setting up HDD
groups” on page 122 for further in for mati o n. You can also set up a drive for
redundant recording . S ee “HDD redundancy” on page 96.
After configuring your HDD settings, click Initialize and Next to move to the
next page, or Previous to return to the previous page.
9. Recording configuration:
Configure your recording settings as required. The settings apply to all
cameras connected to the DVR.

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Check the Constant Recording checkbox for the DVR to record continuously
all day. If left unchecked, the DVR will not record.
Check the TL-Hi check box and select its image resolution and frame rate.
Check the TL-Lo check box and select its image resolution and frame rate.
To record motion detecti on events, check Event (Motion) and select the
image resolution and frame rate .
To record alarm events, check Alarm and select the image resolution and
frame rate.
Under Camera name enter the camera name. A soft keyboard will appear to
enter the characters.
10. When all the required changes have been entered, a page appears showing
all the settings.
Click Finish to exit the Wizard. The TVR 41 is now ready to use.

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Chapter 4
Operating instructions
Controlling the TVR 41
There are several ways to control the DVR:
• Front panel control
• Mouse control
• IR remote control
• KTD-405 keypad control (see Appendix)
• Web browser control
You can use your preferred control method for any procedure, but in most cases
we describe procedures using mouse terminology. Optional control methods are
given only when they differ substantially from mouse control methods.
Using the front panel
The function buttons on the front panel control can be used to operate many, but
not all, of the main functions of the DVR. The LED indicators light up to alert you
of various conditions. The functions available can be limited by setting
passwords. See Figure 8 on page 20 for more information.

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Figure 8: Front panel
The controls on the front panel include:
USB port Universal serial bus (USB) port for additional devices
such as USB mouse and USB hard disk drive (HDD).
Eject button Ejects CD/DVD disc.
Archive button Press once to enter quick archive mode. Press twice to
start archiving.
CD/DVD slot Insert a CD or DVD disc.
Display buttons Display: Toggles through the various multiviews: full,
quad, 1+5, 1+7, 9, and 16.
Sequence: Starts/stops sequencing in live view mode.
A: Selects the main monitor.
B: Selects the spot monitor (in live view).
F1: In all-day playback, click to start and stop video
clipping.
F2: In live view mode, click to display/hide the time bar.
In all-day playback, click to hide/display the playback
control toolbar.
IR receiver Receiver for IR remote.
Numeric buttons Switch between different cameras in live, PTZ control or
playback modes.
Green indicates the DVR is working correc tly. Red
indicates a fault.
Network: Green indicates the network is working
correctly. Red indicates a fault or no network
connection.
Internal: Green indicates the Watchdog is working
correctly. Red indicates that the Watchdog is reporting a
fault.
Alarm: Green indicates no exter nal alarm. Red indicates
an external alarm status or motion.
Alarm button Use to manually acknowledge an alarm.
Alarm indicator bar Blinking red indicates that there is an alarm.

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Use to select options in a menu and to control playback.
Press for Enter. The LED arrows are lit when the jog is
active.
Live view mode: Press Enter to enter/exit PTZ mode.
Menu mode: Move the joystick left/right and up/down to
position cursor in menu screen. Press for Enter.
Playback mode: Move the joystick left/right to slow
down or speed up playback. Move it up/down to jump
forwards or backwards by 30 seconds. Press Enter to
stop/start playback.
PTZ mode:
Move the joystick to control the movement of the PTZ
dome camera. Move the joystick left/right to slow down
or speed up PTZ. Move it up/down to jump forwards or
backwards by 30 seconds.
PTZ buttons Zoom: Use + and – for digital zoom.
Preset: Call up preprogrammed preset positions.
Tour: Call up preprogrammed shadow tours.
Playback buttons
: Jump back to the oldest available video and starts
the playback.
: Pause playback.
: Instantly playback the currently selected file.
Default time is 1 minute.
Live: Switch to live view mode.
Replay: Replay the current file in playback Starts at the
beginning of the file.
. Menu and Search buttons Menu: Enter/exit the main menu.
Search: Enter the advanced search menu.
Using the mouse
The USB mouse provided with the TVR 41 can be used to operate all the
functions of the DVR, unlike the front panel which has limited functionality. The
USB mouse lets you navigate and make changes to settings in the user
interface.
Connect the mouse to the TVR 41 by plugging the mouse USB connector into
the USB port on the back or front panel. The mouse is immediately operational
and the pointer should appear.
Note: Use a USB 1.1 or higher mouse.
Move the pointer to a command, option, or button on a screen. Click the left
mouse button to enter or confirm a selection.
You can purchase a spare mouse by ordering part number TVR-MOUSE-1
TruVision™ DVR Model 40/41/60 Mouse.

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See Table 3 below for a description o f the mouse but t ons .
Table 3: Mouse buttons
Single-Click Live view: Select a camera to display the quick
access toolbar (see “Accessing frequently used
commands” on page 34).
Menu: Select a component of a menu, such as a
button or an input field. This is similar to pressing the
Enter button on the remote/front panel controls.
Double-Click Live view: Switch between single screen and multi-
screen mode in live/ playback mode.
Click and Drag Live view: Drag channel/time bar.
PTZ control: Adjust pan, tilt and zoom.
Tamperproof, privacy masking and motion
detection functions: Select the target area.
Digital zoom-in: Drag and select target area.
Single-Click Live view: Display menu.
Menu: Exit the current menu and return to higher
level.
-wheel Scroll Up Live view: Return to the previous screen.
Menu: Move the selection to the previous item.
Scroll Down Live view: Move to the next screen.
Menu: Move the selection to the next item.
Using the IR remote control
The TVR 41 is supplied with an infra red (IR) remote control unit. Like the mouse,
it can be used to operate all of the main functions of the TVR 41.
The IR remote control can be programmed with a unique device ID address so
that the controller will only be able to communicate with DVRs with that address.
No programming is necessary if using a single TVR 41.
The device ID address only applies when using a remote control and not when
using a keypad.
You can purchase a remote control by ordering part number TVR-REMOTE-1
TruVision™ DVR Model 40/41/60 IR Remote Control.

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Figure 9: IR remote control
Enable/disable the IR remote control to control the
Select a camera, and enter a number in a menu option.
between the different multiviews.
between monitors A and B.
In Menu mode: Use left or right arrow buttons to select and up or down
arrow buttons to edit
In PTZ mode: Use to control PTZ.
In Playback mode: Use to control playback speed.
Use to control zoom of camera lens.
ee-digit code to call up a preset.
Enter preprogrammed three
-digit code to call up shadow tour.

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Use to control focus of camera lens.
(Rewind, Pause, Play, and Fast Forward).
Replay the selected file from the beginning.
Eject the CD or DVD disk.
to enter quick archive mode. Press twice to start archiving.
Aim the remote control at the IR receiver located at the front of the unit to test
operation.
To connect the remote control to the TVR 41:
1. Press the Menu button on the front panel or right-click the mouse and select
the Menu button. The main menu screen app ear s .
2. Click Display Mode Settings > Monitor.
3. Check the device address value. The default value is 255. This device
address is valid for all IR controls.
4. On the remote control press the Device button.
5. Enter the device address value. It must be the same as that on the TVR 41.
6. Press OK on the remote control.
To place batteries into the IR remote control:
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Insert the batteries. Make sure that the positive (+) and negative (−) poles are
correctly placed.
3. Replace the battery cov er .
Troubleshooting the remote control:
If the IR remote control is not functioning properly, perform the following tests:
• Check the battery polarity.
• Check the remaining charge in the batteries.
• Check that the IR remote control sensor is not masked.
If the problem still exists, please contact your administrator.