Samsung SHR-3161 User Manual
User’s Manual
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WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
COMPLIANCE NOTICE OF FCC:
THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE LIMITS FOR A CLASS A DIGITAL
DEVICE, PURSUANT TO PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. THESE LIMITS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE
REASONABLE PROTECTION AGAINST HARMFUL INTERFERENCE WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED
IN A COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES, USES, AND CAN RADIATE RADIO
FREQUENCY ENERGY AND IF NOT INSTALLED AND USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTION
MANUAL, MAY CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS. OPERATION OF THIS
EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, IN WHICH CASE
USERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE AT THEIR OWN EXPENSE.
WARNING: CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE
FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
THIS CLASS OF DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN
INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.
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not responsible for any problems resulting from the use thereof. The information contained herein is subject to change
without notice. Revisions or new editions to this publication may be issued to incorporate such changes.
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Important Safeguards
1. Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the
appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future
reference.
3. Cleaning
Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet before cleaning it. Do not
use liquid aerosol cleaners. Use a damp soft cloth for cleaning.
4. Attachments
Never add any attachments and/or equipment without the approval of
the manufacturer as such additions may result in the risk of fire, electric
shock or other personal injury.
5. Water and/or Moisture
Do not use this equipment near water or in contact with water.
6. Accessories
Do not place this equipment on an unstable cart, stand or table. The
equipment may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the equipment. Wall or shelf mounting should
follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting kit
approved by the manufacturer.
This equipment and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
equipment and cart combination to overturn.
7. Power Sources
This equipment should be operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power,
please consult your equipment dealer or local power company.
8. Power Cords
Operator or installer must remove power and TNT connections before
handling the equipment.
9. Lightning
For added protection for this equipment during a lightning storm, or
when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it
from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This
will prevent damage to the equipment due to lightning and power-line
surges.
10. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in
the risk of fire or electric shock.
11. Objects and Liquids
Never push objects of any kind through openings of this equipment as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the
equipment.
12. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this equipment yourself. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
13. Damage requiring Service
Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. If liquid is spilled, or objects have fallen into the equipment.
C. If the equipment has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the equipment does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by
the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work
by a qualified technician to restore the equipment to its normal
operation.
E. If the equipment has been dropped, or the cabinet damaged.
F. When the equipment exhibits a distinct change in performance —
this indicates a need for service.
14. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has
used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that have the
same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions
may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
15. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this equipment, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the
equipment is in proper operating condition.
16. Field Installation
This installation should be made by a qualified service person and
should conform to all local codes.
17. Correct Batteries
Warning: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
18. Tmra
A manufacturer’s maximum recommended ambient temperature
(Tmra) for the equipment must be specified so that the customer and
installer may determine a suitable maximum operating environment
for the equipment.
19. Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature
If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating
ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room
ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the
equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s
maximum rated ambient temperature (Tmra).
20. Reduced Air Flow
Installation of the equipment in the rack should be such that the amount
of airflow required for safe operation of the equipment is not
compromised.
21. Mechanical Loading
Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous
condition is not caused by uneven mechanical loading.
22. Circuit Overloading
Consideration should be given to connection of the equipment to
supply circuit and the effect that overloading of circuits might have on
over current protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration
of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this
concern.
23. Reliable Earthing (Grounding)
Reliable grounding of rack mounted equipment should be maintained.
Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than
direct conections to the branch circuit (e.g., use of power strips).
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 — Introduction.................................................................................1
Features.......................................................................................................1
Technical Overview...................................................................................... 2
Chapter 2 — Installation...................................................................................3
Package Contents........................................................................................3
Required Installation Tools...........................................................................3
Setting Unit for NTSC or PAL....................................................................... 4
Connecting the Video Source....................................................................... 4
Connecting the Loop Through Video............................................................ 4
Connecting the Monitor................................................................................ 5
Connecting Audio......................................................................................... 5
Connecting Alarms....................................................................................... 6
AI 1 to 16 (Alarm In).................................................................................. 6
GND (Ground) ..........................................................................................6
AO 1 and 4 (Alarm Out)............................................................................6
ARI (Alarm Reset In).................................................................................7
Connecting to RS485...................................................................................7
Connecting to the Network Port....................................................................7
Connecting to the USB Port......................................................................... 8
Connecting to the Ultra Wide SCSI Port....................................................... 8
Connecting to the RS232 Port...................................................................... 9
Factory Reset............................................................................................... 9
Connecting the Power Cord....................................................................... 10
Chapter 3 — Configuration ............................................................................11
Front Panel Controls...................................................................................11
Camera Buttons (1 to 16)........................................................................11
POWER LED..........................................................................................11
NETWORK LED......................................................................................11
BACKUP LED......................................................................................... 11
DUPLEX LED......................................................................................... 12
PTZ Button.............................................................................................. 12
MODE/TELE Button................................................................................ 12
SEQUENCE/WIDE Button...................................................................... 12
FREEZE/FAR Button..............................................................................12
ALARM/NEAR Button.............................................................................12
SPOT/PRESET Button........................................................................... 12
MENU/VIEW Button................................................................................13
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SEARCH/STOP Button...........................................................................13
RW (Rewind) Button............................................................................... 13
PREV (Previous) Button......................................................................... 13
Play/Pause Button..................................................................................13
NEXT Button...........................................................................................13
FF (Fast Forward) Button........................................................................14
PANIC Button .........................................................................................14
Enter Button............................................................................................ 14
Up, Down, Left, Right Arrow Buttons......................................................14
Turning on the Power................................................................................. 14
Initial Unit Setup.........................................................................................15
Quick Setup Screen....................................................................................15
Normal Setup Screen................................................................................. 17
System Information................................................................................. 17
Date/Time Setup..................................................................................... 20
System Check Screen............................................................................ 24
Storage Screen....................................................................................... 25
System Log Screen.................................................................................27
System Shutdown...................................................................................28
Configuring Input Devices.......................................................................... 28
Camera Setup Screen............................................................................ 29
Alarm In Setup Screen............................................................................30
Motion Detector ......................................................................................31
Alarm Out Setup Screen.........................................................................33
Audio Setup Screen................................................................................35
RS232/RS485 Setup Screen..................................................................36
Configuring Recording Settings..................................................................37
Record Mode Setup Screen....................................................................37
Time-Lapse Record Mode Setup Screen................................................38
Time-Lapse Recording Schedule............................................................39
Pre-Event Recording Setup Screen........................................................ 40
Event Action Setup..................................................................................... 41
Alarm In Event Action (Record) Setup Screen........................................ 41
Alarm In Event Action (Alarm Out) Setup Screen...................................42
Alarm In Event Action (Notify) Setup Screen..........................................43
Motion Detector Event Action (Record) Setup Screen............................44
Motion Detector Event Action (Alarm Out) Setup Screen....................... 45
Motion Detector Event Action (Notify) Setup Screen..............................46
Video Loss Event Action (Record) Setup Screen...................................47
Video Loss Event Action (Alarm Out) Setup Screen............................... 48
Video Loss Event Action (Notify) Setup Screen...................................... 49
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Display Setup.............................................................................................50
OSD (On-Screen Display) Setup............................................................ 50
Main Monitoring Setup Screen................................................................51
Spot Monitoring Setup Screen................................................................52
Network Setup Screen................................................................................53
LAN Setup Screen.................................................................................. 54
Modem Setup......................................................................................... 55
Callback Center Setup Screen................................................................56
Password Setup Screen............................................................................. 58
Config Screen.............................................................................................59
Archive....................................................................................................60
Clip Copy................................................................................................ 62
Load Default Setup................................................................................. 65
Clear All Data..........................................................................................65
Chapter 4 — Operation..................................................................................67
Turning on the Power................................................................................. 67
Live Monitoring........................................................................................... 67
Active Cameo Mode................................................................................68
PIP Mode................................................................................................ 68
PTZ Mode...............................................................................................69
Recording Video......................................................................................... 70
Recording Audio......................................................................................... 70
Playing Recorded Video.............................................................................70
RW (Rewind) Button............................................................................... 70
FF (Fast Forward) Button........................................................................70
SEARCH/STOP Button...........................................................................71
Camera Buttons (1 to 16)........................................................................71
MODE/TELE Button................................................................................ 71
Searching Video.........................................................................................71
Change Data Source..............................................................................72
Date/Time Search................................................................................... 72
Calendar Search..................................................................................... 73
Event Search.......................................................................................... 74
Appendix A — USB Hard Disk Drive Preparation..........................................77
Preparing the USB-IDE hard disk drive in Windows 2000..........................77
Preparing the USB-IDE hard disk drive in Windows 98..............................77
Appendix B — Reviewing Video Clips........................................................... 79
Appendix C — Troubleshooting..................................................................... 81
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Appendix D — Connector Pin Outs................................................................ 82
Alarm I/O Connector and RS485 Connector Pin Outs................................82
Appendix E — Hard Disk Drive Addition and Replacement........................... 83
Hard Disk Drive Addition............................................................................ 83
Hard Disk Drive Removal...........................................................................83
Hard Disk Drive Replacement....................................................................83
Case I: When replacing problem ‘MASTER’ hard disk drives… .............83
Case II: When replacing problem ‘SLAVE’ hard disk drives… ...............84
Moving Hard Disk Drives to Another Unit................................................... 84
Appendix F — Map of Screens...................................................................... 85
Appendix G — Specifications.........................................................................86
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List of Illustrations
Figure 1 — Typical DVR installation.......................................................................................1
Figure 2 — 16-Channel DVR rear panel. ............................................................................... 3
Figure 3 — NTSC/PAL switch................................................................................................4
Figure 4 — Video input connectors........................................................................................ 4
Figure 5 — Video Loop Through connectors.......................................................................... 4
Figure 6 — Video Out connectors.......................................................................................... 5
Figure 7 — Audio In and Out connectors............................................................................... 5
Figure 8 — Alarm Input/Output and RS485 connector............................................................6
Figure 9 — Alarm Input/Output board and alarm connector strips.......................................... 6
Figure 10 — RS485 connector............................................................................................... 7
Figure 11 — Network connector............................................................................................ 7
Figure 12 — USB connector.................................................................................................. 8
Figure 13 — SCSI connector................................................................................................. 8
Figure 14 — RS232 connector...............................................................................................9
Figure 15 — Factory reset switch. ......................................................................................... 9
Figure 16 — Power cord connector...................................................................................... 10
Figure 17 — 16-Channel DVR front panel............................................................................ 11
Figure 18 — Admin Password screen.................................................................................. 15
Figure 19 — Quick Setup screen......................................................................................... 15
Figure 20 — Normal Setup screen....................................................................................... 17
Figure 21 — System Information screen.............................................................................. 17
Figure 22 — System Information Change screen................................................................. 18
Figure 23 — Virtual keyboard.............................................................................................. 18
Figure 24 — Language drop-down menu............................................................................. 19
Figure 25 — System Upgrade screen.................................................................................. 20
Figure 26 — Date/Time setup screen...................................................................................20
Figure 27 — Holiday Setup screen...................................................................................... 22
Figure 28 — Time Sync screen............................................................................................ 22
Figure 29 — System Check screen......................................................................................24
Figure 30 — Storage screen................................................................................................ 25
Figure 31 — S.M.A.R.T. Setup screen................................................................................. 26
Figure 32 — System Log screen.......................................................................................... 27
Figure 33 — Device menu screen........................................................................................ 28
Figure 34 — Camera setup screen...................................................................................... 29
Figure 35 — PTZ Device list................................................................................................ 30
Figure 36 — Alarm In setup screen...................................................................................... 30
Figure 37 — Motion Detector setup screen.......................................................................... 31
Figure 38 — Motion Detection Zone screen......................................................................... 32
Figure 39 — Motion Detection Zone menu screen............................................................... 32
Figure 40 — Alarm Out setup screen................................................................................... 33
Figure 41 — Alarm Out Schedule screen............................................................................. 34
Figure 42 — Audio Setup screen......................................................................................... 35
Figure 43 — RS232/RS485 setup screen............................................................................ 36
Figure 44 — Record Mode Setup screen............................................................................. 37
Figure 45 — Time-Lapse Record Setup screen. .................................................................. 38
Figure 46 — Time-Lapse Recording Schedule screen......................................................... 39
Figure 47 — Pre-Event Record Setup screen...................................................................... 40
Figure 48 — Alarm In Event Action (Record) setup screen...................................................41
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Figure 49 — Alarm In Event Action (Alarm Out) setup screen.............................................. 42
Figure 50 — Alarm In Event Action (Notify) setup screen..................................................... 43
Figure 51 — Motion Detector Event Action (Record) setup screen....................................... 44
Figure 52 — Motion Detector Event Action (Alarm Out) setup screen...................................45
Figure 53 — Motion Detector Event Action (Notify) setup screen......................................... 46
Figure 54 — Video Loss Event Action (Record) setup screen.............................................. 47
Figure 55 — Video Loss Event Action (Alarm Out) setup screen.......................................... 48
Figure 56 — Video Loss Event Action (Notify) setup screen.................................................49
Figure 57 — OSD Setup screen.......................................................................................... 50
Figure 58 — Main Monitoring Setup screen......................................................................... 51
Figure 59 — Spot Monitoring Setup screen.......................................................................... 52
Figure 60 — Network Setup screen..................................................................................... 53
Figure 61 — LAN Setup screen........................................................................................... 54
Figure 62 — Modem Setup screen...................................................................................... 55
Figure 63 — Callback Center (LAN) Setup screen............................................................... 56
Figure 64 — Callback Center (Modem) Setup screen.......................................................... 57
Figure 65 — Password setup screen................................................................................... 58
Figure 66 — Config screen.................................................................................................. 59
Figure 67 — Archive screen ................................................................................................ 60
Figure 68 — Archive Setup screen...................................................................................... 60
Figure 69 — Manual Archive screen.................................................................................... 61
Figure 70 — Clip Copy screen............................................................................................. 62
Figure 71 — USB Device Selection screen.......................................................................... 63
Figure 72 — Disk Partition Selection screen........................................................................ 64
Figure 73 — PTZ Preset screen.......................................................................................... 69
Figure 74 — Preset view screen.......................................................................................... 69
Figure 75 — Search Menu................................................................................................... 71
Figure 76 — Change Data Source screen ............................................................................ 72
Figure 77 — Date/Time Search screen................................................................................ 72
Figure 78 — Calendar Search screen.................................................................................. 73
Figure 79 — Event Log screen............................................................................................ 74
Figure 80 — Event Search (by Camera) screen................................................................... 75
Figure 81 — Event Search (by Event) screen...................................................................... 75
Figure 82 — Smart View screen.......................................................................................... 79
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Chapter 1 — Introduction
Features
Your color digital video recorder (DVR) provides recording capabilities for nine or 16 camera
inputs. It provides exceptional picture quality in both live and playback modes, and offers the
following features:
• 9 or 16 Composite Input Connectors
• Compatible with Color (NTSC or PAL) and B&W (CCIR and EIA-170) Video Sources
• Multiple Search Engines (Date/Time, Calendar, Event)
• Records up to 60 NTSC Images per Second (50 PAL Images per Second)
• “Loop-Through” Video Connectors
• Continuous Recording in Disk Overwrite Mode
• Video Archiving via Ultra SCSI Interface (Not implemented yet)
• Continues Recording while Archiving, Transmitting to Remote Site and during Playback
• User-friendly Graphical User Interface (GUI) Menu System
• Two Record Modes (Time and Event)
• Audio Recording and Playback
• Alarm Connections Include: Input, Output and Reset Input
• Built-in Alarm Buzzer
• Live or Recorded Video Access via Ethernet or Modem
Figure 1 — Typical DVR installation.
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Technical Overview
Your DVR can replace both a time-lapse VCR and a multiplexer in a security installation.
However, it has many features that make it much more powerful and easier to use than even the
most advanced VCR.
The DVR converts analog NTSC or PAL video to digital images and records them on a hard
disk drive. Using a hard disk drive allows you to access recorded video almost instantaneously;
there is no need to rewind tape. The technology also allows you to view recorded video while
the DVR continues recording video.
Digitally recorded video has several advantages over analog video recorded on tape. There is
no need to adjust tracking. You can freeze frames, fast forward, fast reverse, slow forward and
slow reverse without image streaking or tearing. Digital video can be indexed by time or events,
and you can instantly view video after selecting the time or event.
Your DVR can be set up for event or time-lapse recording. You can define times to record, and
the schedule can change for different days of the week and user defined holidays.
The DVR can be set up to alert you when the hard disk drive is full, or it can be set up to record
over the oldest video once the disk is full.
Your DVR uses a proprietary encryption scheme making it nearly impossible to alter video.
You can view video and control your DVR remotely by connecting via modem or Ethernet.
There is a SCSI port that can be used to record or archive video to external hard disk drives, and
also there are two USB ports that can be used to upgrade the system or copy video clips to
external hard disk drives, CD-RW drives or flash drives.
NOTE: This manual covers the 9- 16-channel digital video recorders. The DVRs are
identical except for the number of cameras and alarms that can be connected and the
number of cameras that can be displayed. For simplicity, the illustrations and
descriptions in this manual refer to the 16-camera model.
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Chapter 2 — Installation
Package Contents
The package contains the following:
• Digital Video Recorder
• Adaptor (Including Power Cord)
• User’s Manual (This Document)
• Smart View Software CD and User’s Manual
• Rack-mount Kit
Required Installation Tools
No special tools are required to install the DVR. Refer to the installation manuals for the other
items that make up part of your system.
Figure 2 — 16-Channel DVR rear panel.
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Setting Unit for NTSC or PAL
Figure 3 — NTSC/PAL switch.
Your DVR can be used with either NTSC or PAL equipment. Before turning on the DVR, set
the switch to NTSC or PAL to match your equipment.
NOTE: You cannot mix NTSC and PAL equipment. For example you cannot use a PAL
camera and an NTSC monitor.
CAUTION: If you set the switch from NTSC (PAL) to PAL (NTSC), please do the
Factory Reset and Clear All Data. If not, it causes the DVR to perform wrong
operations.
Connecting the Video Source
Figure 4 — Video input connectors.
Connect the coaxial cables from the video sources to the BNC Video In connectors.
Connecting the Loop Through Video
Figure 5 — Video Loop Through connectors.
If you would like to connect your video source to another device, you can use the Loop BNC
connectors.
NOTE: The Loop BNC connectors are auto terminated. Do NOT connect a cable to the
Loop BNC unless it is connected to another terminated device because it will cause poor
quality video.
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Connecting the Monitor
Figure 6 — Video Out connectors.
Connect the monitor to either the Video Out or SVHS Out connector.
Connect the spot monitor to the SPOT connector if required.
NOTE: If your monitor has an SVHS input, use it because it will give you better quality
video display.
NOTE: The Video Out (BNC) and the SVHS Out connectors may be connected to
individual monitors for simultaneous operation.
Connecting Audio
NOTE: It is the user’s responsibility to determine if local laws and regulations permit
recording audio.
Figure 7 — Audio In and Out connectors.
Your DVR can record audio. Connect the audio source to Audio In. Connect Audio Out to
your amplifier.
NOTE: The DVR does not have amplified audio output, so you will need a speaker with
an amplifier. The audio input can be from an amplified source or directly from a
microphone.
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Connecting Alarms
Figure 8 — Alarm Input/Output and RS485 connector.
Figure 9 — Alarm Input/Output board and alarm connector strips.
An Alarm I/O port (DB-25 male connector) is provided to connect the alarm inputs and alarm
outputs. Connect the wires to connectors on the Alarm I/O board (supplied with the unit), and
then connect the board to the Alarm I/O port.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to wire directly to the DB-25 male connector.
NOTE: The Alarm I/O Board consists of alarm connector strips and RS485 connector.
AI 1 to 16 (Alarm In)
You can use external devices to signal the DVR to react to events. Mechanical or electrical
switches can be wired to the AI (Alarm In) and GND (Ground) connectors. The threshold
voltage is 4.3V and should be stable at least 0.5 seconds to be detected. See Chapter 3 —
Configuration for configuring alarm input.
GND (Ground)
NOTE: All the connectors marked GND are common.
Connect the ground side of the Alarm input and/or alarm output to the GND connector.
AO 1 and 4 (Alarm Out)
The DVR can activate external devices such as buzzers or lights. Connect the device to the AO
(Alarm Out) and GND (Ground) connectors. AO is an active low open collector output which
sinks 5mA@12V and 30 mA@5V. See Chapter 3 — Configuration for configuring alarm
output.
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ARI (Alarm Reset In)
An external signal to the Alarm Reset In can be used to reset both the Alarm Out signal and the
DVR’s internal buzzer. Mechanical or electrical switches can be wired to the ARI (Alarm Reset
In) and GND (Ground) connectors. The threshold voltage is below 0.3V and should be stable at
least 0.5 seconds to be detected. Connect the wires to the ARI (Alarm Reset In) and GND
(Ground) connectors.
Connecting to RS485
Figure 10 — RS485 connector.
The DVR can be controlled remotely by an external device or control system, such as a control
keyboard, using RS485 half-duplex serial communications signals. The RS485 connector can
also be used to control PTZ (pan, tilt, zoom) cameras. Connect RX+ and TX+ of the control
system to the RX+/TX+ of the DVR, and RX- and TX- to the RX-/TX-. See Chapter 3 —
Configuration and the PTZ camera manufacture’s manual for configuring the RS485
connection.
Connecting to the Network Port
Figure 11 — Network connector.
The DVR can be networked using the 10/100Mb Ethernet connector. Connect a Cat5 cable
with an RJ-45 jack to the DVR connector. The DVR can be networked with a computer for
remote monitoring, searching, configuration and software upgrades. See Chapter 3 —
Configuration for configuring the Ethernet connections.
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Connecting to the USB Port
Figure 12 — USB connector.
Two USB ports are provided to connect external hard disk drives, CD-RW or flash drive for clip
copy or system upgrade. Position the external hard disk drive close enough to the DVR so that
you can make the cable connections, usually less than 6 feet. Use the USB cable provided with
the hard disk drive to connect it to the DVR.
Connecting to the Ultra Wide SCSI Port
Figure 13 — SCSI connector.
A SCSI port is provided to connect external storage devices for recording or arching video.
Connect the external SCSI hard disk drive (RAID) cable to the high-density 68-pin female
UltraWide SCSI port. The length of SCSI cable should not exceed 1.5 meters. You can connect
up to 15 UltraWide SCSI devices with SCSI IDs set to 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14
and 15 respectively.
NOTE: Do NOT set the SCSI ID to 7 because the ID number 7 was assigned to the Host.
NOTE: The SCSI bus must be terminated properly, otherwise the DVR will not operate
properly.
CAUTION: Do NOT connect the SCSI device while the DVR power is on. The
DVR must be powered down to connect the SCSI device and powered up again
after the SCSI device has been connected. Power up the SCSI device so it is
ready for operation in advance of powering up the DVR.
CAUTION: If the SCSI device is shut down while the device is operating, the
DVR system may not work normally.
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Connecting to the RS232 Port
Figure 14 — RS232 connector.
An RS232 port is provided to connect an external modem for remote monitoring, configuration
and software upgrades, and to connect a remote control keyboard. Use a modem cable with a
DB-9S (female) connector to connect to the DVR. See Chapter 3 — Configuration for
configuring the modem.
NOTE: The DVR is not supplied with a modem cable, and many modems are not
supplied with cables. Make certain you have the correct cable when purchasing the
modem.
Factory Reset
Figure 15 — Factory reset switch.
The DVR has a Factory Reset switch to the right of the USB port. This switch will only be
used on the rare occasions that you want to return all the settings to the original factory settings.
CAUTION: When using the Factory Reset, you will lose any setting you have
made.
To reset the unit, you will need a straightened paperclip:
1. Turn the DVR off.
2. Turn it on again.
3. While the DVR is initializing, poke the straightened paperclip in the unlabeled hole to
the right of the USB port.
4. Hold the switch until all the LEDs on the front panel are lit.
NOTE: When the DVR successfully resets to factory defaults all the LEDs on the front
panel flash three times.
5. Release the reset switch. All of the DVR’s settings are now at the original settings it
had when it left the factory.
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Connecting the Power Cord
Figure 16 — Power cord connector.
Connect the DC power cord of the adaptor to the DVR, and connect the AC power cord to the
adaptor and then to the wall outlet.
NOTE: The power cord connector locks into position to prevent accidental power loss.
Be sure to slide the release away from the socket before removing the plug.
WARNING: ROUTE POWER CORDS SO THAT THEY ARE NOT A TRIPPING
HAZARD. MAKE CERTAIN THE POWER CORD WILL NOT BE PINCHED OR
ABRADED BY FURNITURE. DO NOT INSTALL POWER CORDS UNDER RUGS
OR CARPET.
THE POWER CORD HAS A GROUNDING PIN. IF YOUR POWER OUTLET DOES
NOT HAVE A GROUNDING PIN RECEPTACLE, DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG.
DO NOT OVERLOAD THE CIRCUIT BY PLUGGING TOO MANY DEVICES IN TO
ONE CIRCUIT.
Your DVR is now ready to operate. Refer to Chapter 3 — Configuration and Chapter 4 —
Operation.
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Chapter 3 — Configuration
NOTE: Your DVR should be completely installed before proceeding. Refer to Chapter 2
— Installation.
Front Panel Controls
Figure 17 — 16-Channel DVR front panel.
The front panel looks and operates much like a VCR combined with a multiplexer. Many of the
buttons have multiple functions. The following describes each button and control. Take a few
minutes to review the descriptions. You will use these to initially set up your DVR and for daily
operations.
Camera Buttons (1 to 16)
Pressing the individual camera buttons will cause the selected camera to display full screen.
They are also used to enter passwords.
POWER LED
The POWER LED is lit when the unit is On.
NETWORK LED
The NETWORK LED is lit when the unit is connected with Smart View (Remote
Administration System) either via Ethernet or modem.
BACKUP LED
The BACKUP LED is lit when data is being backed up using the USB port.
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DUPLEX LED
The DUPLEX LED is lit when the DVR is operating in the Duplex mode.
PTZ Button
Pressing the PTZ button opens a Pan/Tilt/Zoom screen which allows you to control properly
configured cameras.
MODE/TELE Button
Pressing the MODE/TELE button toggles between different display formats. The available
formats are: full, 4x4, 3x3, 2x2 and PIP. Zooms In in PTZ mode.
SEQUENCE/WIDE Button
When in the live mode, pressing the SEQUENCE/WIDE button displays another full live
channel sequentially. When in one of the multi-view formats, pressing this button will cause the
DVR to sequence cameras in two sequence modes: “Page” and “Cameo”. In the Page mode, the
DVR sequences through user-defined screen layouts (pages). In the Cameo mode, the bottom,
right screen to display live cameras sequentially. Pressing the SEQUENCE/WIDE button while
in the Sequence mode will exit the Sequence mode. Zooms Out in PTZ mode.
FREEZE/FAR Button
Pressing the FREEZE/FAR button freezes the current live screen. Used for far Focus in the PTZ
mode.
ALARM/NEAR Button
The ALARM/NEAR button has two functions. First, it will reset the DVR’s outputs including
the internal buzzer during an alarm. Second, it will display the event log when you are in the
live monitoring mode unless there is an active alarm. This operation can be user password
protected. Used for near Focus in PTZ mode.
The ALARM/NEAR button LED is lit when alarm outputs are activated. When the user resets
alarm outputs by pressing the ALARM/NEAR button, the button LED will not be lit until alarm
output is activated again.
SPOT/PRESET Button
Pressing the SPOT/PRESET button and pressing the individual camera buttons displays the
selected camera on the spot monitor. For the sequence display on the spot monitor, press the
SPOT/PRESET button and then SEQUENCE/WIDE button. Saves Presets in PTZ mode.
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MENU/VIEW Button
Pressing the MENU/VIEW button enters the Quick Setup screen. You will need to enter the
administrator password to access the Quick Setup. Pressing the button also closes the current
menu or setup dialog box. Loads a Preset View in PTZ mode.
SEARCH/STOP Button
Pressing the SEARCH/STOP button displays the Search menu. Pressing the button again will
exit the Search menu. This operation can be user password protected. Pressing the
SEARCH/STOP button while in the Playback mode returns the DVR to the Live Monitoring
mode.
RW (Rewind) Button
Pressing the RW button plays video backward at high speed. Pressing the button again toggles
the playback speed from , and . The screen displays , and
respectively.
Entering Fast Backward Playback mode from Live Monitoring mode can be password
protected.
PREV (Previous) Button
The PREV button only functions when playback video has been paused. Pressing the PREV
button plays video backward image-by-image.
Play/Pause Button
Pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button plays back images at regular speed. Pressing the button
while in the playback mode will pause the video. The screen displays when the DVR is
playing back video. The screen displays when in the Pause mode.
Entering Playback mode from Live Monitoring mode can be user password protected.
NEXT Button
The NEXT button only functions when playback video has been paused. Pressing the NEXT
button plays video forward image-by-image.
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FF (Fast Forward) Button
Pressing the FF button plays video forward at high speed. Pressing the button again toggles the
playback speed from , ??and . The screen displays , ??and respectively.
Entering Fast Playback mode from Live Monitoring mode can be password protected.
PANIC Button
Pressing the PANIC button starts panic recording of all camera channels, and displays on the
screen. Pressing the button again will stop panic recording. This operation can be user
password protected.
Enter Button
The (Enter) button selects a highlighted item or completes an entry that you have made
during system setup. This is also used to enter or exit the active cameo mode during live
monitoring and playback.
Up, Down, Left, Right Arrow Buttons
These buttons are used to navigate through menus and Graphical User Interface (GUI). They
are also used to control Pan and Tilt when in the PTZ mode. The arrow buttons can be used to
move the position of the active cameo screen, and also move through screen pages.
Turning on the Power
Connecting the power cord to the DVR turns on the unit. The unit will take approximately 60
seconds to initialize.
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Initial Unit Setup
Before using your DVR for the first time, you will want to establish the initial settings. This
includes items such as time and date, display language, camera, audio, remote control, record
mode, network and password. Your DVR can be set up using various screens and dialog boxes.
Press the MENU/VIEW button to enter the setup screens. The Admin Password screen
appears.
Figure 18 — Admin Password screen.
Enter the password by pressing the appropriate combination of Camera number buttons and
then the Enter button. The factory default password is 4321. There are two Setup screens:
Quick Setup and Normal Setup. The factory default is the Quick Setup screen.
NOTE: The setup screens can also be accessed by entering the User password if the
User password is turned on. However, only access to the Clip Copy and Password
setup screens is permitted.
Quick Setup Screen
Figure 19 — Quick Setup screen.
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The Quick Setup screen allows you to set up the most commonly used features of your DVR.
Use the arrow buttons to move through the options. Pressing the button lets you make your
selections.
NOTE: If you enter the Quick Setup screen by entering User password, only Password
setup will be permitted.
Highlight the box beside Quick Setup and press the button to toggle between On and Off.
If you select Off, you will use the Normal Setup screen to change the DVR’s settings.
Highlight the Recording Speed box and select recording speeds from as few as one image
every 10 seconds to as fast as 60 ips.
NOTE: The DVR has a maximum recording speed of 60 ips per camera, however, the
recording speed may not be achieved when averaged over all cameras.
Highlight the Recording Quality box and select from Very High, High, Standard and Low.
Highlight the box beside Audio Recording and select either On or Off.
NOTE: It is the user’s responsibility to determine if local laws and regulations permit
recording audio.
Highlight the box beside Sequence Dwell Time and select from 3 to 60 seconds for the camera
sequence dwell time.
Selecting System Information… enters that screen.
Selecting Storage… enters a screen where you can check the storage status.
Selecting Camera… enters a screen where you can set up camera information.
Selecting Network Setup… enters a screen where you can set up network information.
Selecting Password… enters a screen where you will be able to change passwords.
Selecting Date/Time… enters a screen where you will be able to set the DVR’s time and date.
Selecting System Shutdown… shuts the DVR down. When shutting down the DVR, you
need to confirm that you want to shut down the unit, you will be asked for an administrator
password.
NOTE: The Quick Setup mode will be released automatically when the user changes the
DVR settings remotely using the Smart View program.
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Normal Setup Screen
Figure 20 — Normal Setup screen.
Press the MENU/VIEW button to enter the setup screen. If the Quick Setup screen appears, turn
it off as described above. The Normal Setup screen gives you access to all the DVR’s setup
screens.
System Information
Highlight System Information and press the button. The System Information screen
appears.
Figure 21 — System Information screen.
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In the System Information screen, you can name the site location, assign a unit ID number,
select the language the screens are displayed in, and upgrade the software. Highlight Change
and press the button. The System Information Change screen appears.
Figure 22 — System Information Change screen.
Highlight the box beside Site Description and press the button. A virtual keyboard
displays.
Figure 23 — Virtual keyboard.
Use the arrow keys to highlight the first character you want in the Site Title and press the
button. That character appears in the title bar and the cursor moves to the next position.
Pressing toggles between the upper and lower case keyboards, backspaces, and
deletes entered characters. You can use up to 20 characters including spaces in your title.
Once you have entered your title, highlight Close and press the button.
Highlight the box beside Unit ID and press the button. Change the number by highlighting it
and using the Up and Down arrow buttons to increase and decrease the number. The Unit ID
number is used to identify the unit when it is networked with other DVRs. You cannot use the
same number for two or more DVRs that are within the same network.
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Highlight the box beside Language and press
button.
A drop-down menu displays the
available languages. Highlight the desired language and press the button.
Figure 24 — Language drop-down menu.
After you have created a title, assigned a unit ID number and selected a language, you can save
your changes by highlighting OK and pressing the button. Selecting Cancel exits the screen
without saving the changes.
The box beside Version displays the software version of the DVR.
NOTE: You can upgrade the software only in the System Information Change screen.
To upgrade the software, connect the USB device containing the upgrade package file to the
DVR. Highlight Upgrade… and press the button. The System Upgrade screen appears.
The screen displays the upgrade package file name.
CAUTION: System upgrade via USB port might NOT be completed properly if a
USB device has been connected to the other USB port. Please remove any other
USB device before system upgrade is attempted.
NOTE: If the file system on the USB-IDE hard disk drive or USB flash drive is NOT FAT16
or FAT32 format, format the drive using FAT16 or FAT32 format.
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Figure 25 — System Upgrade screen.
Select Start, and enter the Admin password to start the upgrade. The system restarts
automatically after completing the upgrade.
NOTE: Only the system administrator can upgrade the software.
NOTE: You cannot upgrade software during clip copy.
Date/Time Setup
Highlight Date/Time in the Main menu and press the button. The Date/Time setup screen
appears.
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Figure 26 — Date/Time setup screen.
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