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QSDT8DP DVR User’s Manual

QSDT8DP

DVR User’s Manual

For H.264-240 FPS /8-channel digital video recorder

Rev 120209

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CAUTION

 Please read this user manual carefully to ensure that you can use the

device correctly and safely

 The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice  This device should be operated only with the power source supplied

with the unit. The power supply voltage must be verified before using. If not going to be used for a long time, unplug the unit from the outlet

 Do not install this device near any heat sources such as radiators, heat

registers, stoves or other devices that produce heat

 Do not install this device near water. Clean only with a dry cloth  Do not block any ventilation openings, and make sure the area around

the machine is well ventilated

 This machine is designed for indoor use. Do not expose the machine to

water or a moist environment. If any solid or liquid gets into the machine’s case, please cut off the power supply immediately, and have the unit checked be a qualified technician before restart

 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. There are no parts in

the unit you can service yourself.

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CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 Introduction ..................................................................................... 1

1.1 DVR Introduction ............................................................................................ 1

1.2 Main Features ................................................................................................ 1

1.3 DVR Introduction ............................................................................................ 1

1.4 Main Features ................................................................................................ 2

CHAPTER 2 Hardware Installation ...................................................................... 4

2.1 Installing Hard Drive ....................................................................................... 4

2.2 Front Panel Layout ......................................................................................... 5

2.3 Rear Panel Layout ......................................................................................... 6

2.3.1 Installing Sensors & Alarms (optional) ........................................................................... 6

2.4 Remote Control .............................................................................................. 8

2.5 Controlling with a Mouse ................................................................................ 9

2.5.1 Connecting Mouse ........................................................................................................ 9

2.5.2 Using Mouse ................................................................................................................. 9

CHAPTER 3 Basic Function Instructi o ns ............................................................ 10

3.1 Power On/Off ............................................................................................... 10

3.2 Login & User Management ........................................................................... 11

3.3 Recording ..................................................................................................... 14

3.3.1 Rec ord Setup .............................................................................................................. 14

3.3.2 Manual Recording ....................................................................................................... 15

3.3.3 Scheduled Recording .................................................................................................. 15

3.3.4 Motion Detection Recording ........................................................................................ 16

3.3.5 Alarm Recording ......................................................................................................... 17

3.4 Playback ....................................................................................................... 18

3.5 Backup & View ............................................................................................. 20

3.6 PTZ Control .................................................................................................. 26

CHAPTER 4 Menu Setup Guide.......................................................................... 28

4.1 Menu Navigation .......................................................................................... 28

4.2 Main Menu Setup ......................................................................................... 29

4.2.1 Basic Configuration ..................................................................................................... 30

4.2.2 Live Configuration ....................................................................................................... 31

4.2.3 Record Configuration .................................................................................................. 32

4.2.4 Schedule Configuration ............................................................................................... 33

4.2.5 Alarm Configuration .................................................................................................... 33

4.2.6 Motion Configuration ................................................................................................... 35

4.2.7 Network Configuration................................................................................................. 36

4.2.8 P.T.Z Configuration ...................................................................................................... 38

4.2.9 Us er Configurat ion ...................................................................................................... 39

4.2.10 Tools Configuration ................................................................................................... 39

CHAPTER 5 Managing the DVR ....................................................................... 40

5.1 Formatting the Hard Disk ............................................................................. 40

5.2 Updating Firmware ....................................................................................... 40

5.3 Load Default Setup ...................................................................................... 41

5.4 Check System Information ........................................................................... 41

5.5 Check System Log ....................................................................................... 43

5.6 Check On-line Network Users ...................................................................... 44

5.7 Lock & Delete Files ...................................................................................... 45

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CHAPTER 6 Remote Surveillance ................................................................... 46

6.1 Accessing the DVR ...................................................................................... 46

6.1.1 On L AN....................................................................................................................... 46

6.1.2 On WAN ..................................................................................................................... 47

6.2 Remote Viewing ........................................................................................... 48

6.3 Remote Playback &Backup .......................................................................... 52

6.3.1 Remote Playback ........................................................................................................ 52

6.3.2 Remote Backup .......................................................................................................... 54

6.4 Remote Menu Configuration ........................................................................ 55

6.5 Remote DVR Management .......................................................................... 56

6.5.1 Check System Log Remotely ...................................................................................... 56

6.5.2 Lock & Delete Fil es R emotely ..................................................................................... 57

CHAPTER 7 Mobile Surveillance ........................................................................ 58

7.1 Accessing From Phones with WinCE ........................................................... 58

7.2 Accessing From Phones with Symbian ........................................................ 60

7.3 Accessing From iPhones .............................................................................. 62

Appendix A FAQs ............................................................................................. 67

Appendix B Calculating Recording Capacity ................................................. 71

Appendix C Compatible Devices .................................................................... 72

Appendix D DVR Specifications ...................................................................... 73

Q-SEE Product Warranty ………………………………………………………………75

Customer Information Card .................................................................................... 75

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CHAPTER 1 Introduction

1.1 DVR Introduction

This DVR uses high performance video processing chips and an embedded Linux system. It utilizes many adv ance d techn olo gie s, suc h as st an dar d H.264 with low bit rate, Dual Stream, SATA interface, VGA output, supports access by m ouse, IE browser supported with full remote control, mobile viewing by cell phones, etc. it has very powerful functions and high stability. It is widely used in banking, telecommunication, transportation, factories, warehouses, irrigation, etc.

1.2 Main Features

COMPRESSION FORMAT

• Standard H . 264 compression with low bit rate. Backup file can be play ed

by normal player, without any software or codec instal led.

LIVE SURVEILLANCE

• Supports VGA output

• Supports channel security by hiding live display

• Displays the local record state and basic information

• Supports full control with USB mouse

• Supports system locking and u nloc ki ng

RECORDING MEDIA

• Supports 2 SATA HDDs to record for long time periods

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1.4 Main Features

COMPRESSION FORMAT

• Standard H . 264 compression with low bit rate. Backup file can be play ed

by normal player, without any software or codec inst al led.

LIVE SURVEILLANCE

• Supports VGA output

• Supports channel security by hiding live display

• Displays the local record state and basic information

• Supports full control with USB mouse

• Supports system locking and u nloc ki ng

RECORDING MEDIA

• Supports 2 SATA HDDs to record for long time periods

BACKUP

• Supports USB flash drive for backup

• Supports saving recorded files to a remote computer through internet

RECORD & PLAYBACK

• Record modes: Manual, Schedule, Motion detection and Sensor alarm

recording

• Supports recycling after HDD is full

• Resolution, frame rate and picture quality adjustable for each channel

separately

• 64MB for every video file packaging

• 4 audio channels available

• Two record sear ch mod es: tim e search and event search

• Supports single and 4 screen playback

• Supports deleting and locking t he record ed file s individually

• Supports remote playback in Internet Explorer through LAN or internet

ALARM

• 16 channel alarm input and 4 channel alarm output available

• Supports schedule for motion detection and sensor alarm

• Supports pre-recording and post recording

• Supports linked channel recording onc e a mot ion or sensor alarm is

triggered on certain channels

• Supports linked PTZ presets and auto cruise on the corresponding

channel

PTZ CONTROL

• Supports various PTZ protocols

PelcoP, PelcoD, LILIN, MINKING, NEON, STAR, VIDO, DSCP, VISCA,

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and RANGE

• Supports various PTZ presets and 16 auto cruise tracks

• Supports remote PTZ control through internet

SECURITY

• Two level user group management: advance and normal, rights

authorized by administrator

• Support one administrator and 15 users.

• Support event log recording and checking, unlimited events

NETWORK

• Supports TCP/IP, DHCP, PPPoE, DDNS protocol

• Supports IE browser to do remote viewing

• Supports a maximum of 5 connections simultaneously

• Supports dual stream. Network stream adjustable independently to fit

the network bandwidth and environment.

• Supports picture snap and color adjustment in remote live view

• Supports remote time and event search, mouse drag search, single

channel playback with picture snap

• Supports remote PTZ control with preset and auto cruise

• Supports remote full menu setup, changing all the DVR parameters

remotely

• Supports mobile surveil lan ce b y smart phones or PDA with Symbian or

WinCE OS and iphones on 3G networks.

• Supports CMS to manage multiple devices on internet.

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CHAPTER 2 Hardware Installation

Note: Check the unit and the accessories before using the DVR.

Please disconnect the power before connec ting to ot her dev ices. Don't hot plug

in/out

2.1 Installing Hard Drive

Note: 1. Supports two SATA hard drives.

2. Please calculate HDD capacity needed according to the recording se tting. Please refer to “Appendix B Calculate Recording Capacity”.

STEP1 Unscrew and open the top cover STEP2 Connect the power and data cables. Place the HDD onto the

bottom case as below.

Fig 2.1 Connect HDD

STEP3 Screw in the HDD as shown below . Note: For easier installation, please connect the power and data cables first, and then screw HDD to base.

Fig 2.2 Screw in HDD

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1. Enter search mode

2. ZOOM function enables at PTZ mode

1. Enter play menu

2. IRIS function enables at PTZ mode

1. Rewind

2. SPEED function enables at PTZ mode

1. Quit play mode

2. Exit the current menu or status

1. Direction buttons. Move cursor in setup or pan/tilt

screens

1. System Information other digitals 0-9

1. Increase the value in setup

2. Enter menu from live view

2.2 Front Panel Layout

Fig 2.6 Front Panel

Item Name Description

1 REC/Focus 2 Search/Zoom 3 Play/Iris 4 REW/Speed 5 FF/PTZ 6 STOP/ESC

7 Digital buttons Input numbers or choose camera 8 IR Receiver For remote control 9 Enter button To confirm the choice or setup

11 Indicator Working indicators of power, HDD, network, etc 12 Info/10+

13 +/Menu button 14 -/Backup

Direction/Multi-screen button

1. Record manually

2. FOCUS function enables at PTZ. mode

1. Fast forward

2. Enter P T Z m ode from live view

PTZ

2. Change screen display like single, 4, 9 and 16

2.Double-click is 10; choose channel 10 above with

1. Decrease the value in setup

2. Enter backup mode from live view

Table 2.1 Functions of Front Panel Buttons

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Item

Name

Description

Connect to monitor as an AUX output channel for one channel. only displays video, not menu

LAN

Connect to internet

VIDEO IN

8 Video inputs for cameras

VGA port

VGA output, connect to monitor

ALARM OUT

Relay output 1-4. Connect to external alarm.

+5V and GND

+5 Voltage and Grounding

2.3 Rear Panel Layout

Fig 2.7 Rear Panel

1 SPOT OUT 2 AUDIO IN 4-channels audio input

3 AUDIO OUT Audio output, connect to speakers 4 USB MOUSE port Only for USB mouse

6 ALARM IN Connect to external sensor 1-8. 7 RS485 Connect to speed domes 8 POWER INPUT DC 12V 9 FAN For cooling the device

10 VIDEO OUT Connect to monitor

Tab 2.2 Ports on Rear Panel

Note: The resolution of VGA ou tput is 800* 600/60Hz. If connected through VGA po rt,

please assure your display supports this display mode. (Most LCD screens can adapt to it automatically without manual adjustment)

2.3.1 Installing Sensors & Alarms (optional)

The DVR has 8 channel alarm input and 1 channel alarm output.

Alarm Input:

The alarm input is triggered by electric level (High: 5V, Low: 0V). Users can connect external sensors, like gas detec tor s, smoke detectors and infrared detectors. Once the DVR detects that the electric lev el meets the user’s settings it will trigger the DVR recording or alarm out.

For example, a sensor is connected to alarm input1 as Fig 2.8 Cable A and B will be connected once the sensor detects an event. Users set Device type as NC (Normal Close), refer to Fig 2.8 It will input +5V (high level) to input1 when triggered, DVR will start recording.

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COM NC

. .

COM

. .

Before alarm

After alarm

Fig 2.8 Sensor Connection

Alarm output:

The DVR has 1 channel relay alarm output, which just gives on/off

signal to external alarm. The status of these pin are illustrated as 8.

Fig 2.9 Relay Output Status

Users need connect their alarm according to the NO or NC type of

the alarm. One connection example is shown as Fig 2.9

Note: The power in series must be 277VAC/10A or 30VDC/10A or below

Fig 2.9 Alarm Output Connection

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power off.

Get information about the DVR such as firmware version, HDD information

REC Button

To record manually

Number Buttons

Input numbers or choose camera

Multi Screen

SEARCH Button

To enter search mode

MENU Button

To enter menu

ENTER Button

To confirm the choice or setup

Direction Button

Move cursor in setup or control PTZ camera

+/- Button

To increase or decrease the value in setup

Playback Control Button

AUDIO Button

To enable audio output in live mode

Auto Dwell

BACKUP Button

To enter backup mode

PTZ Control

To control PTZ camera. Move camera/ZOOM/FOCUS/IRIS/SPEED

2.4 Remote Control

The remote control uses two AAA batteries, instructions for loading:

STEP1 Open the battery cover of the Remote Control STEP2 Insert batteries with the poles (+ and -) correctly aligned STEP3 Replace the battery cover

Note: If remote does not function check the following:

1. Check polarity of batteri es

2. Check the remaining charge in the batteries

3. Check to see if r emote control sensor is blocked If it doesn't still work, exchange for a new remote control or contact your dealer.

The interface of the remote control is shown in Fig 2.10

Fig 2.10 Remote Control

Item Name Function

1 Power Button 2 INFO Button

Push button softly to stop firmware running before pushing harder to

Button

To choose multiple screen display mode

To control playback. Fast forward/rewind/stop/single frame play

To enter auto dwell mode

control

Table 2.3 Functions of Remote Control Buttons

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2.5 Controlling with a Mouse

2.5.1 Connecting Mouse

DVR supports USB mouse through the ports on the rear panel, please refer to Fig 2.10 Remote Control

Note: If mouse is not detected or doesn't work, check below:

1. Unplug/re-plug several times

2. Power off/on several times

3. Try another mouse

2.5.2 Using Mouse In live view:

Click left mouse butto n on o ne cam era to display full screen. Click again

to return to the previous screen display.

Click right button to show the control bar at the bottom of the screen as in Fig 2.10 Remote Control. Here are all the controls and setup. Click right mouse button again to hide the control bar.

In setup:

Click left button to enter. Click right button to cancel setup, or return to the previous screen.

If want to input the value, move cursor to the button and click. An input window will appear as in numbers, letters and symbols.

Fig 2.11 Input Window . It supports

Fig 2.11 Input Window

Users can change some values by using the mouse wheel, such a s time. Move cursor onto the value, and roll the wheel when the value blinks click it.

It supports mouse dragging, i.e. set motion detection area: click customized, hold left button an d drag to set motion detection area. Set schedule: hold left button and drag to set schedule time

In playback: Click left button to choose the options. Click right button to return to search mode.

In backup: Click left button to choose the options. Click right button to return to live view.

In PTZ control: Click left button to choose the buttons to control the PTZ. Click right button to return to searching mode.

Note: Mouse is the default tool in all the operations below unless stated otherwise.

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