Ness Ultimate Installation Manual

Ness Ultimate Series

Setup & User’s Manual

4ch / 8ch / 16ch DVRs

revision 1.6

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Caution and Preventive Tips

• Switch the 115/230V selector to your local voltage standard

• Handle with care, do not drop the unit

• Mount the unit in an equipment rack or place it on a solid, stable surface.

• Indoor use only. Do not place the unit in a humid, dusty, oily, or smoky site.

• Do not place it in an area with poor ventilation or in an area close to fire or other sources of

heat. Doing so may damage the unit as well as cause fire or an electric shock.

• When cleaning is necessary, shut down the system and unplug the unit from the outlet

before uncovering the top cover. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use only a

damp cloth for cleaning.

• Always shut down the system prior connecting or disconnecting accessories, with the

exception of USB devices.

• Lithium battery: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace with the

same or equivalent type of batteries recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose used

batteries according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions.

This symbol intends to alert the user to the presence of important operating and

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the

appliance.

This symbol intends to alert the user to the presence of unprotected “Dangerous

Voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be strong enough to cause a

risk of electric shock.

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Important Information

Before proceeding, please read and observe all instructions and warnings in this manual.

Retain this manual with the original bill of sale for future reference and, if necessary, warranty

service. When unpacking your unit, check for missing or damaged items. If any item is missing,

or if damage is evident, DO NOT INSTALL OR OPERATE THIS PRODUCT. Contact your

dealer for assistance.

Rack Mounting

Consult with the supplier or manufacturer of your equipment rack for the proper hardware and

procedure of mounting this product in a safe fashion. Avoid uneven loading or mechanical

instability when rack-mounting units. Make sure that units are installed to get enough airflow for

safe operation. The maximum temperature for rack-mounted units is 40 °C. Check product

label for power supply requirements to assure that no overloading of supply circuits or over

current protection occurs. Mains grounding must be reliable and uncompromised by any

connections.

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Table of Contents

1. Overview .......................................................................................................................6

1.1 Product Key Features.............................................................................................7

1.2 Product Application Diagram ..................................................................................8

2. System Setup................................................................................................................8

2.1 Position the Unit .....................................................................................................9

2.2 Selecting Video Format ..........................................................................................9

2.3 Connecting Devices to the Unit ..............................................................................9

2.4 Rear Panel Connections.......................................................................................10

3. General System Setup ...............................................................................................12

3.1 Front Panel Introduction .......................................................................................13

3.1.1 LED Definition............................................................................................13

3.1.2 Functional Keys .........................................................................................14

3.2 Install HDD to the Unit ..........................................................................................18

3.3 Power Up / Down the Unit ....................................................................................19

3.4 Entering OSD Setup Menu...................................................................................20

3.5 System Date / Time Setting..................................................................................21

3.5.1 Set Date / Time ..........................................................................................21

3.5.2 Daylight Saving Time .................................................................................22

3.6 Record Schedule / Quality Setting........................................................................23

3.6.1 Record Mode .............................................................................................23

3.6.2 Schedule Setup .........................................................................................24

3.6.3 Preset Record Configuration .....................................................................24

3.6.4 Per Camera Configuration .........................................................................25

3.6.5 To Record Event Video Only......................................................................25

4. Basic Operation..........................................................................................................26

4.1 Viewing Live / Playback Video..............................................................................26

4.1.1 Viewing Modes ..........................................................................................26

4.1.2 Digital Zoom...............................................................................................27

4.1.3 Viewing Live Cameras...............................................................................27

To Freeze Live Image ................................................................................27

4.1.4 Viewing Recorded Video............................................................................27

Key Usage in Playback..............................................................................28

Pause Playback and Single Step Forward.................................................28

Viewing Live Image in Playback Mode ......................................................29

4.1.5 Dual Main Output (For T Model Only)........................................................29

4.2 Sequence Setup ...................................................................................................30

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4.2.1 Sequence with Main Monitor....................................................................30

4.2.2 Sequence with Call Monitor .....................................................................30

4.3 Searching Recorded Video...................................................................................31

4.3.1 Searching by Time.....................................................................................32

4.3.2 Searching by Event....................................................................................32

4.4 Video Export.........................................................................................................33

4.4.1 Export from OSD Setup Menu ...................................................................33

4.4.1.1 Select the External Device ...........................................................34

4.4.1.2 Select Video for Exporting............................................................35

4.4.1.3 Digital Signature ...........................................................................36

4.4.1.4 Erase Disc ....................................................................................36

4.4.2 Quick Video Export through Front Panel ...................................................36

4.4.2.1 ezBurn Introduction ......................................................................37

4.4.2.2 To Export Normal Video ...............................................................37

4.4.2.3 To Export Event Video ..................................................................38

4.5 Deleting Recorded Video......................................................................................39

4.6 Dome Control .......................................................................................................39

4.6.1 Dome Connection......................................................................................40

4.6.2 Dome Protocol Setup.................................................................................40

4.6.3 RS485 Setup .............................................................................................41

4.6.4 Dome Controlling Key................................................................................42

4.6.5 Setting Preset Points .................................................................................43

4.6.6 Calling Preset Points .................................................................................44

Appendix A: Technical Specifications ...........................................................................45

Appendix B: Alarm I/O Definition ...................................................................................47

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1. Overview

The Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR is an integrated digital video recorder that

combines the features of a time-lapse audio / video recorder, a multiplexer,

and a video server to create a single security CCTV solution.

Its outstanding triplex+ operation enables users to view live or playback

recorded video, and remote access through network simultaneously, while

recording other video, and to view wanted recorded video instantly by entering

the time and date or selecting recorded video from the event list.

Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR includes DVRRemote, the remote viewing and

configuration software that is a Web-browser plug-in, allows user to view live

or recorded video images and enables remote configuration. The remote

software is stored in Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR and deployed over a LAN,

WAN or Internet connection to remote Windows-based computers. This

simplifies the installation and maintenance of the software components so all

remote users are kept up to date.

Below lists the front panels of Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR family, the

difference between the three models is the total recording number of images

per second.

Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR Light Model:

Recording with pictures up to 120 pps under NTSC system; and

100 pps under PAL system.

Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR Standard Model:

Recording with pictures up to 240 pps under NTSC; and 200 pps

under PAL system.

Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR Turbo Model :

Recording with pictures up to 480 pps under NTSC; and 400 pps

under PAL system.

NOTE: Use of other power supply may cause overloading.

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1.1 Product Key Features

The Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR offers advanced features not typically found

in standard multiplexers; it integrates the full features of a DVR, multiplexer

and video server (by using the software DVRRemote). The key features of

Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR are listed as follows.

• MPEG-4 high quality compression

• 16 channels video input

• Triplex+ operation enabling simultaneous viewing live or playback while

continuing to record

• DVRRemote web-based software for remote monitoring and control via

LAN or Internet

• Embedded Linux operating system

• Real-time “live display” for each channel

• Recording frame rate up to 480 pps (NTSC) / 400pps (PAL)

• 2 Channels of audio recording/ playback

• Three USB2.0 ports for video clip export and/or backup

• Easy software upgrade via USB ThumbDrive®, DVD+RW, or Internet

Remote Application

• Up to 4 internal hard disk drives support up to 1TB capacity

• Hard disk drive full alarm for noticing

• 2X Digital Zoom available in live mode

• Export video (AVI & DRV) with audio and digital Signature

• Exported AVI file can be played in any PC with DivX decoder installed

• Automatic camera detection (Plug & Play)

• Covert camera operation provides enhanced security and administrator

control

• Per camera configuration for camera settings, frame rate, picture bit rate,

alarms, motion detection.

• Programmable day/ night/ weekend scheduling

• Programmable main monitor/ call-monitor switching sequence

• Dual video out for monitoring

• Powerful alarm processor allows flexible alarm trigger and responses,

including alarm, motion, and camera failure

• Text Message (Short Message Service; SMS) sent to your mobile phone

for alarm notice.

• Dome control protocols: DynaColor, Pelco D, Pelco P,AD422 and Fastrax

2.

• Pre-program the OSD menu using a mouse connected to the USB port

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• Supports multiple language on-screen menus

• Two levels of password security

• Universal power input, no external power unit.

1.2 Product Application Diagram

Connect the unit with other devices as shown in the system diagram to

complete a video surveillance solution. The figure shows also the

expandability and flexibility of this digital recording system.

2. System Setup

The notices and introduction on system installation will be described

particularly in this chapter. Please follow the description to operate the unit.

In order to prevent the unit from data loss and system damage that caused by

a sudden power fluctuation, use of an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is

highly recommended

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2.1 Position the Unit

Firstly, note to position / mount the Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR in a proper

place and be sure to power off the unit before making any connections. The

placed location should avoid hindering or blocking the unit from airflow.

Enough airflow is needed to protect the unit from overheating. The maximum

allowable temperature of operating environment is 40°C.

The unit utilizes heat-conducting techniques to transfer internal heat to the

case, especially to the bottom side of the unit.

NOTE: Be sure not to remove the rubber feet, and always leave a

space for air ventilation on the unit’s bottom side.

2.2 Selecting Video Format

The Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR is designed to operate under either NTSC or

PAL video formats. The switch is positioned on the rear panel.

2.3 Connecting Devices to the Unit

This section lists some notices that should be given before making any

connections to the Full-featured MPEG 4 DVR.

NOTE: Connect short-term devices, such as USB ThumbDrive

®

, USB

CD-RW, USB Hard Disk Drive, etc., only after the unit is successfully

powered up.

Connecting Required Devices

Before power up the unit, you should connect cameras and a main monitor to

the unit for basic operation. If needed, connect a call monitor for displaying full

screen video of all installed cameras in sequence.

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Connecting Short-term Device

If you plan to install any short-term devices to the Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR

and use them as part of the unit system, such as USB CD-RW, USB Hard

Disk Drive, etc. Make sure connecting those devices only during the unit is

powered up. Because Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR can recognize the external

devices only after the power-up process is done completely.

2.4 Rear Panel Connections

There are various connectors on the rear panel used for Full-featured

MPEG-4 DVR installations. The following figure shows the connectors by

name; and followed by the detailed description of each connector.

Main Monitor (S-Video / BNC)

Both S-Video and BNC output connectors are offered for connecting to a main

monitor. The main monitor displays live image and playback recorded video in

full-screen or split-window format.

Call Monitor (BNC)

The call monitor is used to display full screen video of all installed cameras in

sequence. The BNC call monitor connector allows user to connect the

Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR with an optional call monitor.

Video Input

16 BNC connectors are offered for video input streams from installed cameras.

The number of connectors is equal to the number of channels.

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Camera Looping

Plenty of BNC connectors are positioned on the real panel for looping out the

video input.

LAN Connector (RJ-45)

The Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR is capable of networking. The LAN port

opens the door of Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR to Ethernet where by the

Internet.

Power Jack

The Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR has an adjustable voltage

AC 115 / 230 power connection jack. Before you connect to a

power supply, please note that the switch is set to the

appropriate setting. Please connect the power supply that

ships with the unit.

NOTE: Use of other power supply may cause overloading.

Power Switch

Used to power up and shut down the unit.

Audio In / Out115 /

The Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR provides two channels of audio recording

and playback. Audio In RCA connector is offered for connecting an audio

source device (e.g. external amplified microphone) to the unit; Audio Out RCA

connector is offered for connecting an audio output device (e.g. amplified

speakers) to the unit.

Alarm I/O & RS485

The unit provides an alarm I/O and RS485 port that offers user the flexibility

required to connect the unit to the other device. Refer to Appendix B: Alarm

I/O for pin definitions.

VGA Out

A VGA output connector is offered for connecting to a VGA main monitor. The

source of image of VGA and BNC main monitor are the same.

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RS-232C

The unit provides a RS-232C communication port for sending and receiving

signals.

USB Connector (x2)

There are two USB2.0 ports on the rear panel for users to connect external

USB devices to the unit, such as ThumbDrive® or CD-RW.

Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR allows users to preset the OSD settings using a

USB mouse.

3. General System Setup

The Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR allows user to access some general

operations through the front panel easily. The following subsections introduce

the general operations of the unit.

The regular displayed OSD information and its displayed positions are shown

as following figure. The channel title will be displayed on the top-left side of

the window, either in full screen mode or in multiple channel mode. The

current operating mode, including Call mode, Dome-Control mode, Playback

mode. Freeze mode and Sequence mode, will be displayed on the bottom-left

side of the screen. And the date/ time information will be display on the

bottom-right side.

Ch4

Playback

2005/11/09 PM04:31:22

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3.1 Front Panel Introduction

The unit’s front panel controls enable user to control the unit and preset the

programmable functions.

3.1.1 LED Definition

The Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR LEDs on the front panel are described as

follows.

Power LED (Green)

The LED lit during the period when the correct power is connected to the unit.

HDD LED (Yellow)

The LED should be lit while the HDD is processing data to or from the

connected HDD.

Alarm LED (Red)

The LED should be lit during an alarm is triggered.

Network LED (Green)

The LED should be lit when Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR is connected to a

network and blink when the data is being transferred.

REC LED (Green)

The LED should blink while the Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR is recording.

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3.1.2 Functional Keys

The Full-featured MPEG-4 DVR functional keys on the front panel for normal

operation are described as follows.

CALL

• In Live mode, press to enter call monitor control mode.

• In Playback mode, press to quick export video to external device, including

USB CD-RW and ThumbDrive®, etc. Detailed operation refer to OSD
Menu Setup Guide, Section Quick Video Export through Front Panel.

Direction Keys

• In Zoom mode, these keys function as Direction keys.

• In the OSD setup menu, the Direction keys are used to move the cursor to

previous or next fields. To change the value in the selected field, press UP

/ DOWN keys.

DOME

Press the key to enter dome control mode. Please refer to OSD Menu Setup

Guide, Section Dome Control

for detailed controlling operation.