DSR-M810
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PRECAUTION
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority
to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generated, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
z Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
z Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
z Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
z Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
For the customers in Canada
Location
For safe operation and satisfactory performance of your
unit, keep the following in mind when selecting a place for
its installation:
z Shield it from direct sunlight and keep it away from
sources of intense heat.
z Avoid dusty or humid places.
z Avoid places with insufficient ventilation for proper heat
dissipation. Do not block the ventilation holes at the top
and bottom of the unit. Do not place the unit on a carpet
because this will block the ventilation holes.
z Install the unit in a horizontal position only.
z Avoid locations subject to strong vibrations.
z Avoid moving the unit between cold and hot locations.
z Do not place the unit directly on top of a monitor TV, as
this may cause playback or recording problems.
Avoiding Electrical Shock and Fire
z Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
z Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting it
from an AC wall outlet. Grasp it by the plug.
z If any liquid is spilled on the unit, unplug the power cord
immediately and have the unit inspected at a factory-
authorised service centre.
z Do not place anything directly on top of this unit.
SERVICE
This unit is a precision instruments and if treated with care,
will provide years of satisfactory performance.
However, in the event of a problem, the owner is advised
not to attempt to make repairs or open the cabinet.
Servicing should always be referred to your dealer or
Sanyo Authorized Service Centre.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
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 to persons.
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 product.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer.
Discard used batteries according to the manufacture’s
instructions.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number : DSR-M810
Trade Name : SANYO
Responsible party : SANYO FISHER COMPANY
Address : 21605 Plummer Street,
Chatsworth, California 91311
Telephone No. : (818) 998-7322
z This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful
interference,and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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INTRODUCTION
Main features
This digital video recorder can be used to store images
recorded by a monitoring camera onto its built-in hard disk.
Complete range of recording/playback
functions
z You can play back and record images at the same
time.
z You can record and play back audio.
z The timer record function lets you make recordings
at different times each day. (JP.31)
The search function lets you instantly display
the desired image. (JP.18)
z Searching in order of alarm occurrence
z Searching by date/time
The security lock function lets you restrict
users for data and equipment management.
(JP.36)
Expandable, can be connected to a PC
z The LAN terminal lets you connect the digital video
recorder to a network, for remote operation/remote
monitoring.*
z Network connection lets you control up to 4,000
DVRs (digital video recorders) using 8 PCs.*
z Can be connected to a system controller (sold
separately) using the RS-485 terminal.
z A CompactFlash reader or CD-R/RW drive can be
connected using the USB terminal, letting you
upload/download menu data and copy recorded
images onto a CD-R/RW.
Items marked by asterisks (*) require the VA-SW814/
VA-SW81LITE remote operation software (sold
separately). For more information, contact a Sanyo
service center.
Accessories
Check that you have all the parts below.
Power cord
Ferrite core
(for LAN connection cable)
Power cord tie
Symbols used in this manual
Information describing operation methods
or how to get the most out of functions
Information describing the correct use of
the digital video recorder
(JP. xx) Indicates manual page to refer to.
Copyright
z This manual and software are copyrighted by Sanyo
Electric Co., Ltd.
z Brand and product names used in this manual are the
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.
z Except for personal use, copyright law prohibits the use
of recorded copyrighted images without the permission
of the copyright holder
z Sanyo’s DSR-M810 Digital Video Recorder uses
software components distributed as freeware based on
end user license agreements or copyright notifications
(collectively referred to as “EULA”) set forth by third
parties.
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CONTENTS
1 BEFORE USE .................................................5
Notes on handling internal hard disk drive
components ....................................................5
Do not use the digital video recorder in the
following locations: ..........................................5
The hard disk and cooling fan are
consumables. ..................................................5
Installation conditions ......................................5
For important recordings .................................6
Hard disk protection ........................................6
Care ................................................................6
During extended disuse ..................................6
Backup battery ................................................6
MENU button ..................................................6
2 NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS ........ 7
Front panel ..................................................... 7
Rear panel ...................................................... 8
3 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ........ 9
Basic connections .......................................... 9
System controller connections ....................... 9
Connecting a remote control circuit ................ 9
Connecting cables to the control and alarm
terminals ....................................................... 10
Connecting to a network .............................. 10
Connecting the power cord .......................... 10
1 SCREEN DISPLAY AND POSITION ...........11
Operation display area ..................................11
Changing the position of the operating
display ...........................................................11
2 SETTING THE LANGUAGE/CLOCK ...........12
To change the language ...............................12
Setting the time .............................................13
3 NORMAL RECORDING/TIMER
RECORDING ................................................14
Normal recording ..........................................14
Timer recording .............................................14
4 ALARM RECORDING ..................................15
Alarm recording .............................................15
5 NORMAL RECORDING/TIMER
RECORDING PLAYBACK .......................... 16
Playback ....................................................... 16
Playback while fast-forwarding/rewinding .... 16
Viewing still images ...................................... 17
Frame advance (reverse) ............................. 17
6 SEARCHING FOR RECORDED
IMAGES ....................................................... 18
Alarm search ................................................ 18
Date/time search .......................................... 19
7 COPYING TO CF CARDS OR CD-R/RW
DISCS AND FORMATTING ........................ 21
Copying image ............................................. 21
Formatting a CompactFlash card
or CD-RW ..................................................... 22
8 PREVENTING ACCIDENTAL OPERATION
(KEY LOCK FUNCTION) ............................. 23
Setting the key lock function ........................ 23
Releasing the key lock function .................... 23
INTRODUCTION
OPERATION
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MENU CONFIGURATION
AND OPERATIONS .....................................24
Displaying the menu screen and sub-menu
screens .........................................................24
To restore menu setting items to their
initial values ..................................................24
Overview of sub-menus ................................25
1 LANGUAGE/CLOCK SET ............................26
<DAYLIGHT SAVING> settings ....................26
<EXT.CLOCK SET> settings ........................27
2 REC MODE SET ...........................................29
<REC MODE SET> setting items .................29
Settings .........................................................30
Starting recording again when the FULL
indicator lights ...............................................30
3 TIMER REC SET ..........................................31
Timer setting items ........................................31
Timer reservations every day at the same
time with the same image quality ..................31
To cancel all timer reservations ....................32
Timer reservations spanning more than 24
hours .............................................................32
Setting holidays .............................................33
4 DISPLAY/BUZZER SET .............................. 34
<DISPLAY/BUZZER SET> setting items ..... 34
Settings ........................................................ 35
5 SECURITY LOCK SET ................................ 36
Password setting example ........................... 36
Password setting .......................................... 36
Setting passwords ........................................ 36
Setting the user password ............................ 37
Setting the authorization for recording and
playback operations ..................................... 38
Setting the security lock ............................... 38
6 RS-485/NETWORK SET ............................. 39
Network connections and settings ............... 39
RS-485 connections and settings ................ 40
Setting REMOTE SET .................................. 41
7 POWER FAILURE/USED TIME .................. 42
8 MENU UPLOAD/DOWNLOAD .................... 43
Settings ........................................................ 43
9 HDD SET ..................................................... 46
Initializing the hard disk ................................ 46
Adding a hard disk ....................................... 47
1 INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS ..................48
RS-485 specifications ...................................48
RS-485 termination switch settings............... 48
DVR/VCR command table ............................49
2 SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 50
Dimensions .................................................. 51
INDEX ........................................................... 52
SETTINGS
OTHER
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1 BEFORE USE
Notes on handling internal hard disk
drive components
This unit has a built-in hard disk drive (HDD).
Be sure to observe the following points carefully when
operating, setting-up and servicing the unit.
Do not subject the unit to shocks or vibration.
If the unit is subjected to shocks or vibration, it may damage
the HDD or cause corruption of the data stored in the HDD.
z Do not move the unit while the power is turned on.
Always be sure to turn off the power before removing
the unit from or placing it onto the rack.
z When transporting the unit, pack it securely using the
specified packing materials. In addition, use a method
of transportation that minimizes vibration.
z When placing the unit down on a surface such as a
floor, attach the specified feet to the base of the unit
and place it down gently.
Do not move the unit for 30 seconds after
turning off the power.
After the power is turned off, the disk inside the HDD will
continue to spin for a brief period due to inertia, and the
heads will be in an unstable state.
During this time, the unit is even more susceptible to
shocks and vibration than when power is being supplied.
Make sure that the unit is not subjected to even gentle
vibration for at least 30 seconds after turning off the power.
Do not operate the unit when condensation has
formed.
If the unit is operated when condensation has formed, it
may cause operating problems.
If sudden changes in the ambient temperature occur, wait
for the temperature to stablize before operating the unit.
Notes when replacing the HDD
Be sure to follow the correct replacement procedure when
replacing the HDD.
z HDDs that have been removed from their packing may
not operate correctly if they are subjected to any shocks
and vibration. It is recommended that you place HDD
onto a soft, level surface with the printed circuit board
facing upward after unpacking it.
z Be careful not to subject the HDD to shocks or vibration
when removing and tightening screws as part of the
HDD replacement procedure. Make sure that all screws
are tightened securely so that they will not become
loose.
The HDD is sensitive to static electricity, so you should
take proper precautions to prevent static electricity
buildup.
Handling the HDD unit by itself
If transporting or storing the HDD unit by itself, always be
sure to pack it in the specified packing first.
In addition, use a method of transportation that minimizes
the vibration.
If the HDD becomes damaged, handle the unit and the
damaged HDD that has been removed in order for it to be
replaced carefully to prevent the problem from being
aggravated until as the nature of the problem can be
checked and analyzed.
Do not use the digital video recorder in
the following locations:
z The hard disk is sensitive to dust, vibrations and
shocks, and should also not be used near magnetic
objects. To prevent loss of recorded data, observe the
following precautions:
z Do not subject the digital video recorder to shocks.
z Do not use the digital video recorder on a vibrating or
unstable surface.
z Do not disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet
during recording or playback.
z Do not use the digital video recorder in areas of
extreme temperature changes (10ºC or more per hour).
z Condensation may occur if the digital video recorder is
moved to an area of extremely different temperature or
high humidity. If the digital video recorder is used with
condensation inside it, operating problems may occur.
z Do not install the digital video recorder in areas of
constant vibration such as motor vehicles or trains.
The hard disk and cooling fan are
consumables.
Under use in an ambient temperature of 25ºC, the hard disk
should generally be replaced after 2 years, and the cooling
fan after 3 years. These figures are intended as guidelines
only, and are not guarantees of part performance.
The POWER indicator flashes if a problem occurs in the
hard disk or fan. (JP.10)
Installation conditions
The digital video recorder has ventilation holes on its left,
rear and bottom panels. Make sure these holes are not
blocked after installation.
Do not use the unit in an area of poor ventilation such as a
bookshelf or box.
When installing the unit in a rack, ensure a gap of at least 5
cm at the top and bottom.
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For important recordings
z Always make a test recording beforehand to check that
the digital video recorder’s playback is normal.
z Note that no compensation will be provided for losses
due to recording or playback problems arising from
problems with the digital video recorder or its connected
devices during operation.
z To be prepared for malfunctions or accidents, back up
important recordings periodically, or record using
mirroring.
Hard disk protection
The hard disk is checked automatically at power ON. If a
hard disk problem is found, the POWER indicator flashes.
If you need to initialize the disk or save images stored on
the disk, contact a Sanyo service center.
Care
z To clean the digital video recorder, unplug the power
plug from the wall outlet and wipe the unit lightly with a
soft cloth.
z To remove heavy grime, wipe the digital video recorder
with a well-wrung cloth soaked in a solution of water
and neutral detergent, and then wipe it with a dry cloth.
z Do not clean the unit with benzene or paint thinner.
Doing so may break down the finish or strip the paint.
z When using a chemical cloth, be sure to follow the
precautions provided with it.
z Do not spray insecticide or other volatile chemicals on
the cabinet. Do not allow rubber or vinyl products to
come into contact with the digital video recorder for
extended periods.
z Doing so may break down the finish or strip the paint.
During extended disuse
Extended disuse may cause problems in functions, so turn
the power ON and operate the unit occasionally during
such periods.
Backup battery
The digital video recorder comes with a built-in lithium
battery. When the digital video recorder has been
connected to a wall outlet for at least 48 hours and the date
and time have been set, the clock function will continue to
operate for up to 30 days after the power plug is
disconnected.
When disposing of the digital video recorder, contact a
Sanyo service center for information on how to dispose of
the lithium battery.
MENU button
You cannot use the [MENU] button while using the remote
operation software VA-SW814/VA-SW81LITE.
Conversely, you cannot use the remote operation software
when the [MENU] button is enabled.
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2 NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS
Front panel
1. POWER indicator
Lights when the power is ON.
Flashes when there is a problem with the hard disk or fan.
(JP.10)
2. [TIMER] button and indicator (JP.14)
If this button is pressed while recording is stopped, the digital
video recorder enters timer recorder standby and the indicator
lights up. When the set time arrives, the digital video recorder
starts timer recording.
3. [SEARCH] button and indicator (JP.18)
When the button is pressed while recording or stopped, the
indicator lights, and the search setting screen appears.
4. [MENU] button and indicator
Used to display the menu screens (setting screens). The
indicator lights when a menu screen is displayed.
5. [REVIEW] button
When pressed during playback, lets you rewind the image.
Also used for menu screen operations.
6. [ ] button
Used to move the cursor in menu screens up. Also used to
change setting values.
7. [ ] button
Used to move the cursor in menu screens down. Also used to
change setting values.
8. [CUE] button
When pressed during playback, lets you fast-forward the
image. Also used for menu screen operations.
9. [EXIT/OSD] button
Returns to the normal screen when the main menu or a sub-
menu is displayed.
10. [PLAY/STOP] button and indicator
Plays back the normal image (indicator lights). When pressed
during playback, stops playback.
11. ALARM indicator
Flashes when recording an alarm image.
12. [REC/STOP] button and indicator
Starts normal recording. Indicator lights during recording.
During recording, pressing the button for at least 3 seconds
stops recording and turns off the indicator.
13. FULL indicator (JP.14)
Lights when the remaining memory in the hard disk’s
recording area has reached zero and recording has stopped.
14. LAN indicator
Lights when the digital video recorder is connected to a
network. Flashes when data is being sent and received.
15. [MENU RESET] button (JP.24)
Used to initialize the currently displayed menu settings, and to
set the time.
16. [STILL] button and indicator
When pressed during playback, freezes the screen image (the
indicator lights). Pressing the button again resumes playback.
17. USB terminal (JP.21, P.43)
Used to connect a CompactFlash memory card reader or CD-
R drive.
18. LOCK/REMOTE indicator (JP.23, P.38)
Lights when operations have been locked by the key lock or
security lock setting.
If an operation button is pressed when the security lock is set,
a buzzer sounds. The key lock cannot be set during playback.
The indicator flashes at 4Hz when there is a network
connection, and flashes at 1Hz when there is a network
connection while locked.
ALARM
REC/STOP
LOCK/REMOTE
USB
POWER
SEARCH
MENU RESET
MENU
REVIEW
CUE
EXIT/OSD
PLAY/
STOP
STILL
TIMER
FULL
LAN
(LINK/ACT.)
132 5 6 7 8 9 11 12
13 14 15 1716 18
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Rear panel
1. FAN
2. AUDIO IN terminal
3. AUDIO OUT terminal
4. LAN terminal (JP.39)
5. MIC IN terminal
6. VIDEO IN terminal
7. VIDEO LOOP OUT terminal
8. VIDEO OUT terminal
9. TV SYSTEM selector switch
Used to select the video signal between NTSC and PAL
systems for the camera input and TV monitor output
connected to the digital video recorder.
z Turn the power OFF then ON again after switching the
TV SYSTEM selector switch to NTSC or PAL.
10. Power cord holder
Secure the power cord to the holder using the cord tie
(accessory) as shown in the illustration.
11. AC INLET
AC power input terminal (3-core)
12. RS-485 TERMINATE switch (JP.48)
RS-485 termination ON/OFF switch
13. Control and alarm terminals
*
1
Used for twisted-pair cable connection.
*
2
NON REC is output when SERIES REC OUT is OFF.
*
3
The following warnings are output:
z Hard disk drive error z Fan error z Recording error
z No input signal when VIDEO LOSS is ON.
14. ALL RESET switch
Resets the clock and backup mode setting.
AUDIO
RS485
REMOTE
CLOCK
NON REC OUT/
SERIES REC OUT
ALARM RESET
ALARM OUT
ALARM IN
WARNING OUT
ALL
RESET
FULL OUT
ADJ
SERIES
REC IN
ABC C C
IN
OUT
LAN
VIDEO
MIC IN
IN
OUT
IN
LOOP OUT
OUT
TV
SYSTEM
RS485
TERMINATE
NTSC
OFF
ON
PAL
1325678
10 11 9 13
14
4
12
Cord tie
Pin Signal
RS-485A To RS-485 terminal signal A *
1
RS-485B To RS-485 terminal signal B *
1
C Common *
1
REMOTE For wired remote control (VA-RMN01)
C Common
CLOCK ADJ IN Input for clock setting
CLOCK ADJ OUT Output for clock setting
SERIES REC IN SERIES-REC input
NON REC OUT/
SERIES REC OUT
NON-REC output/
SERIES-REC output *
2
ALARM IN Alarm input
ALARM RESET Alarm reset input
ALARM OUT Alarm output
C Common
WARNING OUT Warning output *
3
FULL OUT Recording area full warning
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3 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS
This section describes how to connect the digital video recorder to the CCTV camera and other devices. Be sure to read the
instruction manuals for each connected device. Make connections carefully. Improper connections can cause smoke or
malfunctions.
The connections for the camera, TV monitor, microphone and PC are shown below.
The connections for a system controller are shown below.
Use a twisted-pair cable (sold separately) to connect rear
panel control terminals A, B and C (ground). Connect
signal A to signal A, and signal B to signal B.
z Twisted-pair cable
Can reduce interference on the signal caused by noise
generated by other cables.
The connections for a remote control circuit are shown
below. Making the connections shown below lets you
operate the digital video recorder by remote control.
z Create the remote control circuit shown in the
illustration, and connect it to the remote control input
terminals (among the control terminals).
( ): When VA-RMN01 is used
Use a resistance of 1/10 ohms or more and with a D ranking
(precision 0.5% or finer).
z In order to stop recording using the remote-control REC
button, “REMOTE SET” must be set. (JP.41)
Basic connections
AUDIO
AC IN
ALL
RESET
LAN
VIDEO
MIC IN
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
TV SYSTEM
NTSC
PAL
AUDIO
ADDRESS
RS485
REMOTE
CLOCK
NON REC OUT/
SERIES REC OUT
ALARM RESET
ALARM OUT
ALARM IN
WARNING OUT
ALL
RESET
FULL OUT
ADJ
SERIES
REC IN
ABC C C
IN
OUT
LAN
VIDEO
MIC IN
IN
OUT
IN
LOOP OUT
OUT
TV
SYSTEM
RS485
TERMINATE
NTSC
OFF
ON
PAL
PC
or
hub
Amp
CCTV camera (sold separately)
TV monitor
(sold separately)
Video input
terminal
*
Use a shielded LAN
connection cable, and
wind it once around the
supplied ferrite core.
Microphone
*
Audio input
terminal
System controller connections
RS485
ABC
To signal B
To signal A
Twisted-pair cable
Ground
RS-485
terminal
System controller
(sold separately)
Connecting a remote control circuit
VIDEO
ALL
RESET
MIC IN
RO 1.2K
R1 0.3K
R2 0.43K
R3 0.51K
R4 0.62K
R5 0.75K
R6 0.91K
R7 1.1K
R8 1.3K
R9 2.0K
R10 2.4K
R11 3.6K
R12 5.6K
SW1:STOP
SW2:PAUSE/EXIT
SW3:REW
SW4:FF
SW5:PLAY
SW6:REC
SW7:MENU
SW8:SEARCH(REVERSE)
SW9:
SW10:
SW11:
SW12:
(SHIFT ")
(SHIFT $)
IN
485
REMOTE
CLOCK
NON REC OUT/
SERIES REC OUT
ALARM RESET
ALARM OUT
ALARM IN
WARNING OUT
FULL OUT
ADJ
SERIES
REC IN
BC C C
IN
OUT
OUTLOOP OUT
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z Connect the cable of the wired remote control (VA-
RMN01) (sold separately) to the remote control input
terminals (among the control terminals).
Cut the plug off the cord, and connect the red wire to
“REMOTE” and the bare wire to “C”.
(1) Push in the lock pin with a flat-blade screwdriver.
(2) Insert the cable.
(3) Pull out the lock pin with a flat-blade screwdriver. The
cable is now fixed in place.
The VA-SW814/VA-SW81LITE application software (sold
separately) lets you control the digital video recorder, and
monitor live images, recorded images and audio through a
network.
1 When you have finished making all the
other connections, insert the power
plug into the wall outlet.
There is no power switch. All the indicators on the front
panel flash for approximately 30 seconds, then the POWER
indicator lights. The monitor screen displays the camera
image.
z When turning the power ON for the first time
“PLEASE SET THE CLOCK” is displayed on the monitor
screen. Follow the steps on P.12 to set the clock.
z If the clock is
already set
The operation display
area is displayed.
z If the POWER indicator flashes
The digital video recorder has a self-check function that
detects problems. If there is a problem at power ON or
during operation, the type of problem is indicated by how
rapidly the POWER indicator flashes. Contact a Sanyo
Authorized Service Center if the POWER indicator flashes.
4 flashes per second:
The hard disk is checked automatically at power ON. If
a hard disk problem is found, the POWER indicator
flashes, and the hard disk must be replaced or initialized.
If you need to save images stored on the disk, contact a
Sanyo Authorized Service Center.
1 flash per second:
Fan problem
z If you disconnect the power cable
Don’t move the digital video recorder for 30 seconds
after power OFF.
The disk in the hard disk drive briefly keeps spinning
after power OFF due to inertia, during which time the
head is unstable. At this time, the disk is sensitive to
shocks or vibrations, so avoid even light shocks.
Connecting cables to the control and
alarm terminals
Connecting to a network
RS485
REMOTE
ABC C
Bare wire
Red wire
White
wire
VA-RMN01
Cable
Flat-blade screwdriver
HUB
HUB HUB HUB HUB
PC
DVR DVR DVR DVR
PC
Connecting the power cord
ALL
RESET
LAN
MIC IN
OUT
IN
OUT
TV SYSTEM
NTSC
PAL
Power cable
HI A
05-20-04 AL 00015
08:30:45 ----------
Operation display area
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1 SCREEN DISPLAY AND POSITION
At power ON, the operation display area appears at the top
left of the monitor screen.The operation display area shows
the date/time, image quality, remaining time, and other
information needed for operations.
Example: Normal screen
Playback screen
(1) Operating symbol display
Displays the operation (such as recording or playback)
and playback speed.
The playback speed is displayed during fast-forward or
fast-rewind playback at 15 times the normal playback
speed or faster, and during slow or reverse slow playback.
z During simultaneous recording and playback, the
display indicates playback ( ).
(2) Image quality display (JP.29)
Displays the quality of the image that can be recorded.
Set to “HIGH” in the initial settings.
(3) Audio recording
Displays “A” when audio recording has been set.
(4) Remaining time display
Unless “OVER WRITE” is set for recording, displays the
remaining amount of recording time, as shown below.
(5) Date display (JP.13)
Shows the month/day/year.
05-20-04 (month-day-year)
(6) Time display (JP.13)
“00:00:00” is displayed when you turn the power ON for
the first time. The digital video recorder uses the date and
time to manage recording and playback points.
(7) Alarm display and alarm count display (JP.15)
When you set an alarm using the <REC MODE SET>
menu item, the alarm display area appears as shown
below.
z Alarm display
When alarm recording is set, “Alarm” appears.
During alarm recording, the “Alarm” display flashes.
z Alarm count display
Displays the total number of alarms that have been
generated.
(8) Name set for the digital video recorder
Displays the name set for the digital video recorder
when it is controlled by a network.
Press the [EXIT/OSD] button repeatedly.
Pressing the [EXIT/OSD] button repeatedly lets you move
or erase the operation display area.
Normal screen
Playback screen
Operation display area
z : Recording : Fast-forward playback
: Playback : Rewind playback
: Still : Slow playback
: Reverse slow playback
Remaining time
Displayed increment
Example
1 hour or more 1 hour increments 1H
Less than 1 hour
10 minute increments
10M
Less than 10 minutes 1 minute increments
1M
HI A 120H
05-20-04 AL 00015
08:30:35 ----------
(1) (2)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(4)(3)
X180 HI A
05-20-04 AL 00015
08:30:35 ----------
(1)
X180 HI A
05-20-04 AL 00015
08:30:35 ----------
Changing the position of the
operating display
[EXIT/OSD] button
HI A
05-20-04 AL 00015
08:30:35 ----------
Operation
display area
HI A
05-20-04 AL 00001
12:39:35 ----------
Operation
display area
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OPERATION
2 SETTING THE LANGUAGE/CLOCK
This section describes how to set the language displayed
on the monitor and how to set the digital video recorder’s
internal clock.
[Settings] ( indicates initial setting.)
1 Press the [MENU] button.
The MENU indicator lights, and the <MAIN MENU> screen
appears.
2 Select, “1. LANGUAGE/CLOCK SET”,
and press the [ ] button.
The <LANGUAGE/LANGUE/IDIOMA> screen
appears.The cursor is positioned on “ENGLISH”.
3 Press the [ ] button, then the [ ] or
[ ] button to select the desired
language.
The set item flashes.
4 When you have made a selection, press
the [ ] button.
The cursor moves to the date and time.
The language has now been set.
To return to the normal screen, press the [EXIT/OSD]
button.
[] button [ ] button
[ ] button
[MENU] button
Item Setting Description
(1) LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
Sets the language to
English.
FRANCAIS Sets the language to French.
ESPAÑOL
Sets the language to Spanish.
(2) CLOCK SET Sets the date and time.
To change the language
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(Initial setting: 01-01-2004 THU 00:00:00)
Be sure to set the correct date and time. The digital video
recorder stores the date and time of recordings for use in
operations such as playback and search.
Example: Setting May 20, 2004, 8:30 AM
3 Press the [ ] or [ ] button to move
the cursor to the date and time under
<CLOCK SET>.
4 Press the [ ] button.
“01” (indicating the month) flashes.
5 Press the [ ] or [ ] button to select
“05”.
6 Press the [ ] button.
“01” (indicating the day) flashes.
7 Use the same procedure to set the day
(20), year (2004), hour (08) and minute
(30).
When you have set the minute, the cursor moves to
“MODE” under <DAYLIGHT SAVING>, and the clock starts
from 00 seconds.
z The day of the week is set automatically.
z The time is stopped during clock setting.
8 Press the [EXIT/OSD] button.
The display returns to the normal screen.
Setting the time
MONTH
DAY
YEAR WEEK TIME
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OPERATION
3 NORMAL RECORDING/TIMER RECORDING
Follow the steps below to record the monitored image.
1 Set the TV SYSTEM selector switch on
the rear panel to NTSC.
If it is set to PAL, you will not be able to record the image
correctly.
2 Press the [REC/STOP] button.
The REC indicator lights.“z” (the recording symbol)
appears on the screen, and recording starts.
z When you record for the first time, the initial settings are
used. To change the image quality, see P.29.
z When the remaining space for recording reaches zero,
recording ends and the FULL indicator lights. You can
start recording from the beginning again by changing
the “OVER WRITE” recording setting. (JP.29)
z You can record and play back images at the same time.
See P.16 for the procedure.
3 Press the [REC/STOP] button for about
3 seconds.
The REC indicator goes out and recording stops.
Follow the steps to record the monitored image onto the
hard disk at the set time.
1
Press the [TIMER] button.
The TIMER indicator lights, and the digital video recorder
enters timer recording standby mode.
z
A warning tone sounds if timer recording hasn’t been set.
(1) See P.31 for how to set timer.
(2) When the time specified in the timer settings arrives,
the REC indicator lights, “z” (the recording symbol)
appears in the screen, and recording starts.
(3) When the set end time arrives, the REC indicator goes
out, and recording stops.
(4) The following restrictions apply to normal recording
and timer recording.
z After making “PICTURE QUALITY” or “AUDIO
RECORDING” menu settings and returning to the
camera screen, recording does not start for a
maximum of 6 seconds (although normal recording
and timer recording operations can be made).
z After recording finishes (the REC/STOP indicator
turns off), recording does not start for a maximum of
10 seconds (although normal recording and timer
recording operations can be made).
z When the remaining memory space for recording
reaches zero, recording ends, and the FULL indicator
lights. You can start recording from the beginning again
by changing the “OVER WRITE” setting. (JP.29)
z You can record and play back images at the same time.
See P.16 for the procedure.
1
Press the [TIMER] button.
The TIMER indicator goes out and recording ends.
[REC/STOP] button
TIMER indicator
[TIMER] button
FULL indicator
REC indicator
Normal recording
Ending normal recording
HI A 120H
05-20-04 AL 00015
08:30:35 ----------
Recording symbol
HI A 120H
05-20-04 AL 00015
08:30:35 ----------
Timer recording
Stopping during timer recording
HI A 120H
05-20-04 AL 00015
08:30:35 ----------
Recording symbol
HI A 120H
05-20-04 AL 00015
08:30:35 ----------
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4 ALARM RECORDING
Use the following procedure to have video recorded when
an alarm signal is received during recording.
z Check that the device required for alarm recording is
connected to the ALARM terminal. (JP.8)
1 Set alarm recording.
The default settings are shown below. See P.29 for how to
change these settings.
z ALARM MODE: “OFF”
Alarm recording is not performed.
z ALARM DURATION: “20SEC”
Recording is performed for 20 seconds for each alarm
signal received.
2 When alarm input is detected.
z When an alarm is received, “AL” flashes in the
operation display area, the ALARM indicator flashes,
and the alarm recording starts.
z The latest 49,999 incidents are stored in the alarm
history. Older incidents are erased.
3 Ending alarm recording.
When the alarm duration time (default setting: 20 seconds)
ends, “AL” disappears from the operation display, the
ALARM indicator stops flashing, and recording ends.
z When the hard disk’s remaining space for recording
reaches zero, the FULL indicator lights and recording
ends. You can start recording from the beginning again
by changing the recording setting. (JP.29)
The following restrictions apply to alarm recording.
(1) Just after recording starts (STOP→REC/STOP
indicator lights).
(2) After making “PICTURE QUALITY” or “AUDIO
RECORDING” menu settings and returning to the
camera screen.
For (1) and (2):
z Alarm input is not recognized for a maximum of 4
seconds. Alarm input after the 4 seconds are
recognized as usual.
z Recording does not start for a maximum of 6
seconds regardless of alarm input.
(3) Just after recording finishes (the REC/STOP indicator
turns off).
z Alarm input is not recognized for a maximum of 5
seconds. Alarm input after the 5 seconds are
recognized as usual.
z Recording does not start for a maximum of 10
seconds regardless of alarm input.
ALARM indicator
Alarm recording
HI A 120H
05-20-04 AL 00015
08:30:35 ----------
Counts number of
alarms.
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OPERATION
5
NORMAL RECORDING/TIMER RECORDING PLAYBACK
Follow the steps below to play back recorded images.
1 Press the [ ] button.
The PLAY/STOP indicator lights, and “ ” appears in the
operation display area. The stored images are played back.
z Image playback starts from the point at which recording
started.
z If “OVER WRITE” has been set in the normal recording
settings, playback starts with the oldest recorded image
when the recording is played back for the first time.
z When playback of the recorded image ends, the digital
video recorder pauses automatically.
z The still display ( ) appears in the operation display
area, and the
STILL indicator lights.
z After playback is stopped, it will resume from the
stopped point the next time it is started.
2 Press the [ ] button.
Playback ends.
Playing back an image near the point of
recording
The digital video recorder prioritizes recording operations,
so the playback image may freeze temporarily.
Press the [ ] or [ ] button during playback
or while a still image is displayed.
When you press the [ ] button, appears in the
operation display, and the playback fast-forwards at 7.5
times the normal playback speed.
When you press the [ ] button, appears in the
operation display, and the playback fast-rewinds at 7.5
times the normal playback speed.
Press the [ ] button while fast-forwarding.
Press the button once to increase the speed to 15 times the playback speed,
twice to increase the speed to 30 times the playback speed, and 3 times to
increase the speed to 180 times the playback speed.
Press the [ ] button while rewinding.
Press the button once to increase the speed to 15 times the playback speed,
twice to increase the speed to 30 times the playback speed, and 3 times to
increase the speed to 180 times the playback speed.
Press the [ ] button.
Normal playback starts.
Playback
Ending playback
[ ] button
HI A
05-20-04 AL 00001
12:39:37 ----------
Playback while fast-forwarding/rewinding
To change the fast-forward speed
To change the rewind speed
Ending fast-forward/rewind
[ ] button [ ] button
[ ] button [STILL] button
[ ] button
X7.5 HI A
05-20-04 AL 00001
12:39:37 ----------
180X
-180X
30X
15X
()
()
7.5X
-30X
-15X
-7.5X
180X
-180X
30X
15X
()
()
7.5X
-30X
-15X
-7.5X
Reverse
Fast-forward
direction
Playback
(still image)
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