Orion SC242 Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.

18CM LCD DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER

WITH TWO DAY/NIGHT CAMERAS

SC242

18cm COLOUR
LCD SCREEN

WITH IN-BUILT DIGITAL
VIDEO RECORDER AND
REMOTE CONTROL

18

cm

WIRELESS

WIRELESS VIDEO SIGNAL
TRANSMISSION WITH
DIGITAL ENCRYPTION
WITHOUT SIGNAL LOSS

WIRELESS
SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM

50 METRES

LONG TRANSMISSION
RANGE UNDER IDEAL
CONDITIONS*

SD CARD

STORE RECORDINGS
ONTO 8GB SD CARD
(INCLUDED)

NIGHT
VISION

24 INFRA-RED LEDs
FOR NIGHT VISION OF
UP TO 10m

W

WIRELESS VIDEO SIGNAL

TRANSMISSION WITH

QUICK
START
GUIDE

ON BACK COVER

RF ANTENNA

POWER INPUT

LCD SCREEN

SD CARD
SOCKET

MINI USB
SOCKET

REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER

BASE AND STAND

POWER BUTTON

CAMERA PAIRING
BUTTON

MICROPHONE

LED INDICATOR

MENU BUTTON

REC/STOP BUTTON

ENTER BUTTON

AV BUTTON

ANTENNA

WEATHER PROTECTOR

24PCS INFRARED LENS

CAMERA LENS

ADJUSTABLE

BALL JOINT

SCREW TABS

MOUNTING BRACKET

REMOTE

CONTROL

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18CM LCD DIGITA L VIDEO RECORDER WITH TWO DAY/NIGHT CAMERAS SC242

1 IDENTIFICATION

MOUNTING SCREWS & PLUGS

USER MANUAL

8GB SD CARD

4 X DETERRENT STICKERS

CONTENTS:

REMOTE
CONTROL

3 X POWER SUPPLIES

18cm
LCD DVR

WIRELESS
CAMERA X 2

Customer Service Phone: [phone] (Monday to Friday 8.30am – 5.30pm EST)

Email: [e-mail]

For further information visit www.orionlive.com.au

PLEASE CONTACT IF YOU HAVE ANY

CONCERNS OR PROBLEMS WITH THIS PRODUCT

IMPORTANT

BEFORE RETURNING THIS
PRODUCT TO THE RETAILER

› 18cm 16:9 LCD screen.
› 2.4 GHz digital frequency hopping spread

spectrum (FHSS).

› Wireless range up to 50 metres in open air,

line of sight.

› MPEG-4 compression.
› Single camera mode records VGA at 25FPS

(frames per second) or multiple camera
mode records QVGA at 30FPS/CH, VGA
resolution 640px x 480px.

› 8GB micro SD card included, supports SDHC

memory card up to 32GB.

› Simultaneously preview and record from all

wireless cameras.

› Independent motion-detect recording with

adjustable mask zone on any of 4 cameras.

› Multiple recording mode selectable (manual

/ scheduled / motion detect).

› Built in microphone.
› 24/7 scheduled recording.
› CMOS colour cameras with 24 IR LED’s for

up to 7 metres night vision.

› Camera has built-in IR cut filter for true

colour representation.

› Camera has IP43 weather proof rating.

› Please ensure this equipment is used

in accordance with any local laws or
regulations, especially if your device is
capable of audio recording. Users of this
equipment should at all times act responsibly
and consider the rights and reasonable
expectations of privacy of individuals.
Surveillance should be for a legitimate
purpose related to the activities of the
person or organisation conducting it.
We recommend that you clearly indicate
(written or otherwise) that surveillance is in
operation in the monitored area.

› Do not drop, puncture, or disassemble the

cameras or DVR.

› Do not tug the power adapter, use the plug

to remove it from the wall.

› Do not mount in position directly exposed to

sun, rain and avoid mounting near
radio transmitting devises, metal objects
or heat sources.

› Do not use DVR and cameras when there is a

storm or lightning in your area.

› Do not crush or damage the power cable.
› Do not cover the vents on the unit, leave

adequate space for ventilation.

› Use the cameras and DVR with care, avoid

unnecessary force or impact.

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18CM LCD DIGITA L VIDEO RECORDER WITH TWO DAY/NIGHT CAMERAS SC242

2 FEATURES 3 RESPONSIBLE USE

4 WARNING

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5 SYSTEM CONNECTION

Wireless

connection

to camera

Power

supply to

camera

Power

supply to

camera

Power supply to DVR

Wireless

connection

to camera

6 DVR CONTROL PANEL

REMOTE

CONTROL

RECEIVER

DISPLAY

POWER

AV OUTPUT

CONTROL

SELECTION
CONFIRM
PLAY-PAUSE

INSTANT
RECORD

MENU
SETTING

MENU

NAVIGATION

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7 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTION

BUTTON FUNCTION

Turn ON/OFF display screen

CH1

View channel 1 camera
on display

CH2

View channel 2 camera
on display

CH3

View channel 3 camera
on display

CH4

View channel 4 camera
on display

QUAD

View all channel on display

AUTO

Automatically rotate channel
1-4 camera on display

REC/

STOP

Press once to record, press
again to stop recording

AV

Press once to display audio and
visual to connected screen, the
DVR display will go black. Press
again to return to DVR display

8 MENU LAYOUT

BUTTON FUNCTION

1. To scroll up and down to
select item in menu mode

2. To increase or decrease volume
in live or playback mode

1. To scroll left and right to
select item in menu mode

2. To fast-forward or rewind in
playback mode

3. To select channel 1-4 camera
on display in live mode

1. To play or pause the selected
recorded video in playback
mode file

2. To select SINGLE/QUAD/
AUTO display in live mode

MENU

Press once to enter into DVR
menu and setup, press again
to exit

DEL

Press to delete

SD Format

Zoom

Upgrade

Load Default

Setting

Version

Play BackSystem SetupRecord SetupCamera Setup

MAIN MENU*

TV Out

Date Time

Setup

Pairing

Brightness

Quality

Volume

Activation

Motion

Sensitivity

Motion Record

Time

Schedule

Recording

SD Overwrite

Motion Detect

Activity

* ONCE IN THE “MENU”, USE THIS BUTTON
AS A “BACK” BUTTON.

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›

IT IS RECOMMENDED TO SET UP AND TEST UNITS BEFORE FIXED MOUNTING INSTALLATION.

9 SYSTEM INSTALLATION

1 1a

3

1 Install antenna on DVR unit and all

cameras.
2 Install stand on DVR unit.
DO NOT permanently mount cameras and

DVR during set up stage.
3 Connect power supply to a 240V power

point and DVR.
4 Install stands on all cameras.
5 Connect power supply to 240V power

point and all cameras.

5

4

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18CM LCD DIGITA L VIDEO RECORDER WITH TWO DAY/NIGHT CAMERAS SC242

6 DVR screen will automatically turn on after

power supply connected.
7 The cameras come with the kit have already

paired to the DVR. Live image from camera

will be displayed on the DVR display screen

when power is connected.
8 Insert SD card into the DVR.
9 Format SD card: Menu> SYSTEM SETUP>

SD FORMAT> YES.
10 Wireless surveillance system is ready to use.
11 Mount DVR and cameras on suitable

locations.

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› TO SELECT DVR DISPLAY VIEW

Press “>||” button on the DVR control panel or

remote control to select “SINGLE/QUAD/AUTO“

display mode.
In SINGLE display mode, press “<”on the

DVR control panel or remote control to view

each camera display individually on the DVR

display screen.
In QUAD display mode, all connected cameras will

display on the DVR display screen.
In AUTO display mode, DVR will automatically

rotate channel 1-4 camera on display.

› AUTO DISPLAY MODE

Automatically rotate channel 1-4 camera on

display. To eliminate invalid channels:
MENU>CAMERA SETUP>ACTIVATION>OFF.

› SECTION 2: RECORDING MODE

SC242 kit comes with an 8 GB memory card that

can record up to 3 days of video, at VGA format.

Recording time depends on video format, VGA,

QVGA video format, and sound. VGA (640x480)

has higher resolution than QVGA (320x240).

Recording at VGA resolution improves clearness

and quality of video, but consumes more storage

space. Sound reduces the time available to

record from the memory card.
A suitable SD card must be inserted and

formatted before recording, SC242 supports up

to 32 GB SD card including SDHC type.
Recorded files are limited to 10 minutes

intervals. If continuously recording for more

than 10 minutes, a new recording file will be

automatically created until the SD card is full.

When SD card is full, recording will automatically

stop, or over write function can be enable to

over write:

MENU>RECORD SETUP>SD OVER WRITE>YES

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6 2

WIRELESS SIGNAL INDICATOR

Signal
Strength

Indicator Possible Action

Perfect

N/A

Good

N/A

Fair

Low signal, recommended relocating
camera or DVR, check surrounding
interference, installation, power,
mounting location etc…

Low

Low signal, recommended relocating
camera or DVR, check surrounding
interference, installation, power,
mounting location etc…

No Signal

No signal, please check trouble
shooting guide and warning

› SECTION 1: LIVE DISPLAY

The cameras come with the kit have already
paired to the DVR. When power connected to
DVR and all cameras, live display image should
be showing on the DVR display screen.

1. Wireless Signal Indicator

Shown on DVR top right hand corner. Please
ensure cameras are placed at a reasonable
distance (< 50m away from the DVR) and
location (see section 6).

2. Recording Indicator

Shown on the DVR bottom right hand corner.
When the DVR is recording, the red REC dot
indicator will be displayed.

3. SD Card Indicator

Shown on the DVR top left hand corner.
When suitable SD card is inserted and
detected, SD card indicator will be displayed.

4. Channel Indicator

Shown on the DVR top left hand corner.

The current channel number will be displayed.
Press ”CH1/CH2/CH3/CH4” on remote control
or “<” button on remote control and DVR
control panel to switch between channels.

5. Display Mode Indicator

1

Shown on the top of the DVR display. For

example

1

for single display mode;

quad display mode;

auto display mode.

6. Date and Time Indicator

2013/03/15 08:02:55

Shown at the bottom of the DVR display.

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› RECORDING LIVE:

Set DVR display mode to SINGLE or QUAD, by

pressing “>||” button on the DVR control panel
or remote control, DVR cannot record AUTO
display mode.

Press “REC” button on the DVR control

panel or remote control to record, press “REC”
button again to stop recording.

› SCHEDULED RECORDING MODE:

MENU>RECORD SETUP>SCHEDULE RECORDING

Set start time and end time, and select ON
by pressing “>||” when finish.

› MOTION DETECTION RECORDING MODE:

1. To enable motion detection

MENU>RECORD SETUP>MOTION DETECT

ACTIVITY>ON

2. Then setup motion detection sensitivity

MENU>RECORD SETUP>MOTION

SENSITIVITY>LOW/MEDIUM/HIGH

3. Finally setup motion record time duration
if motion detected

MENU>RECORD SETUP>MOTION RECORD

TIME>15SEC/30SEC/1MIN

› SECTION 3: PLAYBACK

Play back recorded video on DVR:

MENU>PLAY BACK>VIDEO>SELECT

DATE>SELECT TIME

PRESS “<” BUTTON ON THE DVR CONTROL

PANEL OR REMOTE CONTROL TO RETURN
TO PREVIOUS PAGE

PRESS “MENU” BUTTON ON THE DVR

CONTROL PANEL OR REMOTE CONTROL TO
RETURN TO MENU PAGE

Inside recorded video storage Use “^ or v”

button on the DVR control panel or remote
control to navigate, press “>||” button on the
DVR control panel or remote control to entre,
play or pause video.

While the video is playing, press “< or >” to fast-

forward and rewind the video.

To delete file:

Use “>” button on the DVR control panel or

remote control, or use “DEL” button on remote
control to delete selected file. After pressing “>”
button, the system will ask “ARE YOU SURE,
select “YES or NO” then press “>||” button
to confirm.

Play back recorded video on computer

Insert SD card containing recordings into

computer card reader.

Download latest version of VLC Media Player to

play back recorded files. www.videolan.org

› SECTION 4: CAMERA PAIRING

The cameras come with the kit have already

paired to the DVR.

Camera pairing function is necessary for

connecting additional cameras. Additional
cameras are assigned to a different channel on
the wireless channel; up to 4 cameras can be
connected.

* NOTE: please pair the camera before
permanent installation/mounting.

To pair a camera:

Ensure all cameras and DVR is powered.

Ensure all wireless channels are enabled for

adding additional camera.

MENU>Camera setup>Activation>CAM1/

CAM2/CAM3/CAM4>ON.

MENU>CAMERA SETUP>PAIRING>1/2/3/4>

press pairing button on the camera within
10 seconds.

› SECTION 5: AV OUTPUT

To display image on external screen press “AV”
button on the front control panel, press “AV”
button again to return to DVR display

In AV mode, DVR display screen will

automatically turn off.

Use supplied AV cable to connect to external

display screen

Please check external display screen format, PAL/

NTSC, SC242 DVR supports dual output

format.
PAL and NTSC, to change AV output format:
MENU> SYSTEM SETUP >TV OUT>PAL/NTSC

› SECTION 6: SD CARD

SD card required to format for first time use.
The DVR support SD card up to 32 GB

maximum, include SDHC type SD card.
MENU> SYSTEM SETUP> SD FORMAT> YES

› SECTION 7: FIRMWARE UPGRADE

Firmware upgrade is only for factory and

authorizes repairer use only, do not upgrade

the firmware.

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12 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED REMEDY

DVR/Camera has
no power or not
powering up

Power supply is loose or unplugged,
no power at socket outlet/power point

Check all cables and power supply connection.
Check power at socket outlet/power point.

SD Card is not
detected by DVR

SD card not formatted Format SD card, please see “Operation Section 6”.

No picture

Camera out of range Relocate camera closer to DVR (vise versa).

Camera not paired Pair camera, please see “Operation Section 4”.

Signal interference

Relocate camera and DVR, away from sun, rain, radio transmitting devices,
heat sources, metal objects or major obstacles.

No power at camera or no power at
socket outlet/power point

Check all cables and power supply connection.

Frozen white screen

- Disconnect power to DVR, then reconnect.

When IR night vision
is activated, screen
only displayed white.

Infra-red LED light is reflected off from
glass or reflective objects that causing
white light

Relocated camera away from windows, reflective and glass objects,
or remove obstacles.

When IR night vision
is activated, screen
only displayed black
and white

Infra-red LED light is activated This is normal, no action required.

DVR did not record
scheduled or motion
detected setting

DVR is not set up correctly, SD memory
card missing or not compliable

Check DVR date and time, scheduled setting date and time, and motion
detected setting setup.
Check SD memory card is inserted in the DVR and compliable to use.

SD memory card full

Overwrite is not enabled

Enable SD memory card overwrite, or reformat SD memory card,
or insert new SD memory card.

Recorded videos
does not have sound

Mute is on

Turn off mute.

Note: Audio recording is prohibited or illegal in some states,
or required consent from both parties. Please consult your local legal
advisers before audio recording.

Channels
disappeared during
auto or manual scan

Channels has been turned OFF Turn camera channels ON, please see “Operation Section 4”.

Poor image quality

Signal interference

Relocate camera and DVR, away from sun, rain, radio transmitting devices,
heat sources, metal objects or major obstacles.
Relocate camera closer to DVR (vise versa).
Check antenna connection.

Low or
unstable signal

Antenna Adjust antenna connection or relocate camera, closer to DVR (vise versa).

Signal interference

Relocate camera and DVR, away from sun, rain, radio transmitting devices,
heat sources, metal objects or major obstacles.

Strong radio emitting or transmitting
devices nearby

Strong electromagnetic interference
nearby

Too close to metal objects

Audio interference

Camera and DVR are too close

Camera has a high sensitivity microphone, keep the camera and DVR at least
5 meters apart, if the camera must be within 5 meters of the DVR, reduce the
volume or turn on MUTE.

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14 WARRANTY

Arlec guarantees this product in accordance with the Australian
Consumer Law.

Arlec also warrants to the original first purchaser of this product (“you”)
from a retailer that this product will be free of defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase;
provided the product is not used other than for the purpose, or in a
manner not within the scope of the recommendations and limitations,
specified by Arlec, is new and not damaged at the time of purchase,
has not been subjected to abuse, misuse, neglect or damage, has not
been modified or repaired without the approval of Arlec and has not
been used for commercial purposes (“Warranty”).

If you wish to claim on the Warranty, you must, at your own expense,
return the product, and provide proof of original purchase and your
name, address and telephone number, to Arlec at the address below or
the retailer from whom you originally purchased the product within 12
months from the date of purchase.

Arlec will (or authorise the retailer to) assess any claim you may make
on the Warranty in the above manner and if, in Arlec’s reasonable
opinion, the Warranty applies, Arlec will at its own option and expense
(or authorise the retailer to) replace the product with the same or similar
product or repair the product and return it to you or refund the price
you paid for the product. Arlec will bear its own expenses of doing

those things, and you must bear any other expenses of claiming on
the Warranty.

The Warranty is in addition to other rights and remedies you may have
under a law in relation to the product to which the Warranty relates.

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the
Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund
for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably
foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods
repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and
the failure does not amount to a major failure.

18CM LCD DIGITA L VIDEO RECORDER WITH TWO DAY/NIGHT CAMERAS SC242

13 SPECIFICATIONS

DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER

CAMERA

Arlec Australia Pty. Ltd. ACN 009 322 105 (“Arlec”) gives the Warranty.
Arlec’s telephone number, address and email address are:
Customer Service: [phone]
New Zealand Toll Free: 0800 003 329
Building 3, 31 – 41 Joseph Street, Blackburn North, Victoria, 3130
Blackburn North LPO, P.O. Box 1065, Blackburn North, 3130

Email: [e-mail]

CPIN002632/2

* Range depends on location and temperature.

›DISPLAY

Screen

18cm [7”] TFT LCD [16:9]

Resolution

800 [H] x RGB x 480 [V]

›WIRELESS VIDEO & AUDIO INPUT

Frequency Range

2.400GHz ~ 2.483GHz

Wireless Range

Up to 50m*

Receiving Sensitivity

-85dBm

›AV OUTPUT

Video Format

PAL or NTSC

Video Output

1ch CVBS 1.0Vp-p, Impedance 75Ω

Audio Output

1ch Audio Ouput, Impedance 600Ω

›RECORDING

Compression Format

MPEG4

Recording Resolution

VGA/QVGA

Recording Mode

Manual / Schedule / Motion Detection

Frame Rate

25fps@VGA / 30fps@QVGA

Data Storage

SD Card (8GB Included)

›CONNECTOR

USB

Mini USB 2.0

SD Card

32G Max

›GENERAL

Power Supply

DC 5V 1A

Power Consumption

4W Max

Dimensions

183(L) x 136(W) x 30(H) mm

Weight

450g

Operating Temp.

0°C ~ 40°C

Operating Humidity

10% ~ 90%

›VIDEO

Sensor

Colour CMOS Sensor

Image Resolution

640 x 480

Lens

F: 2.5mm

Electronic Shutter

1/60 ~1/15.000 sec

Gain Control

Auto

White Balance

Auto

›NIGHT VISION

Infra-red Light

24 IR LEDs

Range

Up to 10m

IR Cut Filter

Yes

›GENERAL

Power Supply

DC 5V 1A

Power Consumption

3W Max

IP Rating

IP43

Dimensions

100(L) x 80(W) x 80(H) mm

Weight

245g

Operating Temperature

0°C ~ 40°C

Operating Humidity

10% ~ 90%

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QUICK START GUIDE

01 02 03

Install antenna
on DVR unit and
all cameras.

Install stand
on DVR unit.
Do not permanently
mount cameras and
DVR at this stage.

Connect power
supply to a 240V
power point
and DVR.

05

Connect power
supply to 240V
power points and
cameras.

08

Insert SD card into
the DVR.

04

Install stands on all
cameras.

11

Mount DVR and
cameras on suitable
locations.

09

Format SD card:
Menu>
SYSTEM SETUP>
SD FORMAT> YES

10

Wireless surveillance
system is ready
to use.

06

DVR screen will
automatically turn on
after power supply
connected.

07

Cameras and DVR
are paired. Camera
live images displayed
on DVR screen after
start up.