Optiview MPEG-4 User Manual

DVR M-series MPEG-4 DVR System

User’s Manual

rel. 02052007

Version 1.2

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Caution and Preventive Tips

• Take care not to drop the unit or subject the unit to major shocks or jolts.

• Do not place this unit on an unstable stand, bracket or mount.

• This unit is designed for indoor use only. Do not place the unit near water or in other

extremely humid conditions.

• This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

• Please check the used type of power source before you plug and operate the unit;

AC100V ~AC240V is acceptable.

• If the clearing is necessary, note to plug 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 power down the system prior to connecting and 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 recommended by the battery manufacturer. Dispose of used

batteries according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions.

• Do not block the fan on the bottom of the unit for air ventilation.

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 Content

1. Overview .......................................................................................................................7

1.1 Product Key Features ..........................................................................................8

1.2 Product Application Diagram................................................................................9

2. System Setup................................................................................................................9

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

2.2 Selecting Video Format......................................................................................10

2.3 Connecting Devices to the Unit..........................................................................10

2.4 Rear Panel Connections.................................................................................... 11

3. General System Setup ...............................................................................................13

3.1 Front Panel Introduction ....................................................................................14

3.1.1 LED Definition ......................................................................................14

3.1.2 Function Keys.......................................................................................15

3.2 Power Up / Down the Unit .................................................................................17

3.3 Entering OSD Setup Menu ................................................................................18

3.4 System Date / Time Setting ...............................................................................19

3.4.1 Set Date / Time.....................................................................................19

3.4.2 Daylight Saving Time............................................................................20

3.5 Record Schedule / Quality Setting .....................................................................21

3.5.1 Record Mode........................................................................................21

3.5.2 Schedule Setup ....................................................................................22

3.5.3 Preset Record Configuration ................................................................22

3.6.4 To Record Event Video Only ................................................................23

4. Basic Operation..........................................................................................................23

4.1 Viewing Live / Playback Video...........................................................................23

4.1.1 Viewing Modes .....................................................................................23

4.1.2 Digital Zoom .........................................................................................24

4.1.3 Viewing Live Cameras..........................................................................24

To Freeze Live Image..............................................................................24

4.1.4 Viewing Recorded Video ......................................................................24

Key Usage in Playback ...........................................................................25

Pause Playback and Single Step Forward..............................................25

4.2 Sequence Setup ................................................................................................26

4.3 Searching Recorded Video................................................................................26

4.3.1 Searching by Time................................................................................26

4.3.2 Searching by Event ..............................................................................27

4.4 Video Export ......................................................................................................28

4.4.1 ezBurn Introduction ..............................................................................28

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4.4.2 To export normal video .........................................................................29

4.4.3 To Export event video...........................................................................30

4.5 Deleting Recorded Video...................................................................................30

4.6 Dome Control.....................................................................................................31

4.6.1 Dome Connection.................................................................................31

4.6.2 Dome Protocol Setup ...........................................................................32

4.6.3 RS485 Setup ........................................................................................32

4.6.4 Dome Controlling Keys.........................................................................33

4.6.5 Setting Preset Points............................................................................35

4.6.6 Calling Preset Points ............................................................................36

Appendix A: Technical Specifications ...........................................................................37

Appendix B: Record Duration.........................................................................................39

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1. Overview

The 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.

MPEG-4 DVR includes DVRRemote, the remote viewing software that is a

Web-browser plug-in, allows user to view live or recorded video images. The

remote software is stored in 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.

MPEG-4 DVR – 4ch

MPEG-4 DVR – 8ch

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MPEG-4 DVR – 16ch

1.1 Product Key Features

The 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 MPEG-4

DVR are listed as follows.

• MPEG-4 high quality compression, 5~10 times smaller than MJPEG

• Triplex operation (recording, playback and network access)

• Remote monitoring, instant recording and dome camera control via

Ethernet

• Support VGA main output (optional)

• Live display: 120pps (NTSC)/ 100pps (PAL)

• 1 Channels, in & out, for audio recording

• Support up to 2 internal HDDs

• USB2.0 port for video clip exporting, support USB ThumbDrive®

• Easy software upgrade via USB ThumbDrive®

• Export DVR file which can be played via DVRPlayer

• DVRPlayer application software will be attached with exported disks

• Multiple built-in dome camera protocol: Pelco D, Pelco P,

AD422 and Fastrax 2.

• Digital Zoom 2X2, available in live mode

• Pre-Alarm recording

• IR Remote controller (Optional)

• Multiple language on-screen menus

• Network software supports static IP and DHCP

• Support RS-485 remote control keyboard (Optional)

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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

2.1 Position the Unit

Position / mount the 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.

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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 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 important notices that should be read before

making any connections to the MPEG-4 DVR.

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

USB CD-ROM, 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.

Connecting Short-term Device

If you plan to install any short-term devices to the MPEG-4 DVR and use

them as part of the unit system, such as USB CD-ROM, USB Hard Disk Drive,

etc, make sure those devices are connected only after the unit is

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

only after the power-up process is done completely.

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2.4 Rear Panel Connections

There are various connectors on the rear panel used for MPEG-4 DVR

installations. The following figure shows the connectors by name; and

followed by the detailed description of each connector.

LAN Connector (RJ-45)

The MPEG-4 DVR is capable of networking. The LAN port opens the door of

MPEG-4 DVR to Ethernet.

USB Connector

There is a USB 2.0 port on the rear panel for users to connect external USB devices to the unit, such as ThumbDrive® or CD-ROM.

Audio In / Out (x2)

The MPEG-4 DVR provides two sets of audio recording. 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.

Main Monitor (BNC/ VGA)

BNC and VGA output connectors are offered for connecting to a main monitor.

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

full-screen or split-window format. VGA output connector is optional.

Visdeo System Switch

It is used for adjusting the video system of the unit.

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Video Input

A group of BNC connectors are available for video input streams from

installed cameras.

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. The definitions of pins are

listed in the below table:

Pin Definition for 4ch-Model:

Pin Definition Pin Definition

ALARM OUT O

ALARM OUT COM

RS485 D/R+

RS485 D/R-

ALARM In 1

ALARM In 2

ALARM In 3

ALARM In 4

Alarm Out C

GND

Power Jack

The MPEG-4 DVR has a free voltage DC power connection jack. Please

connect the power adapter that ships with the unit.

NOTE: Use of other power adapter may cause overloading.

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UTP Input (for 4ch & 8ch models only)

Short for Unshielded Twisted Pair, which is a popular type of cable. Due to its

low cost, UTP cabling here is used for replacing BNC cabling.

There are plenty of UTP connectors positioned on the rear panel of each unit.

Next to these connectors places a switch used to enable or disable this

function. Each switch (4ch DVR only has one switch and 4ch/ 8ch DVR has

two) has four DIP switches on it. These DIP switches are named by numbers;

and each number corresponds to a camera. Note that BNC are alternative

methods of access for video input cabling, which means if you chose BNC for

Camera 1, than you have to disable its UTP function.

NOTE: UTP cable transfers not only Video Signal but also power for

cameras.

3. General System Setup

The 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.

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