Sanyo DSR-M814 User Manual

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PRECAUTION

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.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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 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

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-M814 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.

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 factoryauthorised service center.

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.

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BEFORE USE

Notes on handling internal hard disk drive components

This unit uses an internal hard disk drive (HDD). Be sure to observe the following points carefully when operating, setting-up and servicing the unit.

Conditions to avoid

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 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.

z Do not install the digital video recorder in areas of

constant vibration such as motor vehicles or trains.

z The digital video recorder has ventilation holes. Make

sure these holes are not blocked after installation.

z Do not use the digital video recorder in areas with poor

ventilation, such as a bookshelf or box.

z The digital video recorder is designed to be placed

horizontally. Do not place it in an upright position.

z When installing the digital video recorder in a rack,

ensure a gap of at least 5 cm at the top and bottom.

z When placing the unit down on a surface such as a floor,

attach the feet to the base of the unit and place it down gently. If the feet are not attached, place the unit down very carefully.

 Do not move the unit for 30 seconds after

disconnecting the power.

After the power is disconnected, 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 disconnecting the power.

 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 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.

The hard disk and cooling fan are consumable items.

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. (P.11)

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

 Notes on transporting

When transporting the unit, pack it securely using the packing materials. In addition, use a method of transportation that minimizes vibration.

The hard disk is checked automatically at power ON. If a hard disk problem is found, the POWER indicator flashes. To initialize the disk or save images stored on the disk, contact a Sanyo service center.

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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. Doing so may break down the finish or strip the paint.

When not in use for an extended period of time

Not using the unit for an extended period of time may cause problems in functions. Power on the unit and operate it occasionally during such periods.

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.

(P. ) Indicates manual page to refer to.

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. Copyright law prohibits the recording of copyrighted images without the permission of the copyright holder except for personal use.

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

The [MENU] button is disabled when the unit is connected to a PC (VA-SW814/VA-SW81LITE). When the [MENU] button is operative, operations from the PC are disabled.

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CONTENTS

BEFORE USE

INTRODUCTION

1. MAIN FEATURES ..........................................6

2. ACCESSORIES .............................................6

3. NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS ........7

Front panel......................................................... 7

Rear panel ......................................................... 8

4. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS.........9

When installing................................................... 9

Check the setting ............................................... 9

Basic connections .............................................. 9

Connecting to a network .................................. 10

Connecting the power...................................... 11

Securing the power cord.................................. 11

System controller connections ......................... 11

Remote control connections ............................ 11

Alarm sensor connections................................ 11

Series recording connections........................... 11

OPERATION

3. PLAYING BACK VIDEOS........................... 19

Playback...........................................................19

Fast-forwarding or rewinding during playback..19

Viewing still images ..........................................20

Frame advance (reverse) .................................20

Switching audio channels.................................21

4. SEARCHING FOR RECORDED VIDEOS .. 22

Alarm search ....................................................22

Date and time search .......................................24

5. PREVENTING ACCIDENTAL OPERATION

(KEY LOCK FUNCTION) ............................ 26

Setting the key lock function.............................26

Releasing the key lock function........................26

6. COPYING RECORDED VIDEOS TO

EXTERNAL MEDIA..................................... 27

Copying to external media................................27

Formatting a CompactFlash card or CD-RW....29

SETTINGS

1. MENU CONFIGURATION........................... 30

Operating menu screens ..................................30

Restoring items to the default settings .............31

Overview of settings .........................................31

INTRODUCTION OPERATION SETTINGS APPENDIX

1. ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY ........................12

Operation display area..................................... 12

Changing the position of the

operation display ........................................ 13

Displaying four screens in sequence

automatically .............................................. 13

Displaying the image from a specified channel

in a single screen ....................................... 14

2. RECORDING ...............................................15

Recording......................................................... 15

Recording with the timer (timer recording)....... 16

Recording upon alarm detection...................... 17

Setting alarm recording.................................... 17

When an alarm input is detected... .................. 17

Ending alarm recording.................................... 18

2. SETTING THE LANGUAGE AND TIME..... 33

Changing the language ....................................33

Setting the time ................................................34

<DAYLIGHT SAVING> settings .......................34

Synchronizing the time with other

DSR-M814 DVRs

(with two or more DVRs connected)...........36

3. SCREEN SET MENU .................................. 38

Screen settings.................................................38

MONITOR SET ................................................39

Naming the cameras ........................................40

Setting the motion sensor.................................41

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OPERATIONINTRODUCTION SETTINGS APPENDIX

4. RECORDER MENU .....................................43

Recording settings ........................................... 43

Basic recording settings................................... 43

Alarm recording settings .................................. 46

Setting the audio level...................................... 47

Setting the day and time for timer recording .... 47

Setting holidays................................................ 50

Initializing the hard disk/adding a hard disk ..... 51

5. DISPLAY SET..............................................53

Settings............................................................ 53

Customizing the operation display area........... 53

6. BUZZER SET ...............................................54

Settings............................................................ 54

Setting the buzzer for each condition............... 54

7. SECURITY LOCK SET ................................55

Password setting example............................... 55

Settings............................................................ 55

Setting the administrator password.................. 55

Setting the user password ............................... 57

Setting the password for recording and

playback operations ................................... 57

Preventing copying to CD-R/RWs and

CompactFlash cards .................................. 58

Setting the security lock................................... 58

4. SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 70

Dimensions.......................................................71

Cautions when adding a hard disk ...................71

8. RS-485/NETWORK SET..............................59

Network connections and settings ................... 59

RS-485 connections and settings .................... 61

9. POWER LOSS/USED TIME ........................62

10. MENU UPLOAD/DOWNLOAD ....................63

Settings............................................................ 63

APPENDIX

1. CONTROL TERMINAL

SPECIFICATIONS .......................................66

System controller connections ......................... 66

Remote control connections ............................ 67

Alarm sensor connections................................ 67

Series recording connections........................... 67

2. RS-485 SPECIFICATIONS ..........................68

RS-485 termination switch settings.................. 68

3. INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS..................69

DVR/VCR command table ............................... 69

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INTRODUCTION

1. MAIN FEATURES

 Control for 4 monitoring cameras

This digital video recorder can record images from four monitoring cameras onto an internal hard disk.

 Upgrade to large-capacity hard disk upgrade

available

Up to two, 300 GB hard disks can be installed. Offers a long, continuous recording time of 336 hours or more with a 120 GB hard disk installed (standard image quality). Recording time varies depending on the size of the hard disk installed.

 Protect data with mirroring

When two hard disks of the same size are installed, mirroring can be used to protect your data.

 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. (P.16)

z Images from four cameras can be displayed on a

single monitor, in the quad screen.

z The automatic channel switching function

(SEQUENCE) lets you display the images from each channel on a single screen sequentially, or display just the desired image on a single screen.

z The motion sensor function allows you to

automatically record images containing movements

of intruders or others.

 Search function - lets you instantly display the

desired video (

z Search in order of alarm occurrence. z Search by date and time.

P.22)

 Security lock function – lets you restrict users,

for data and equipment management (

P.55)

 Expandability and PC connection

z The LAN terminal lets you connect the digital video

recorder to a network, for remote operation/remote

monitoring using a PC.

z Network connection lets you control up to 4000 DVRs

(digital video recorder) using up to 8 PCs.*

z Can be connected to a system controller (sold

separately) using the RS-485 terminal.

z A CD-R/RW drive or CompactFlash card reader can

be connected using the USB port. Recorded videos

can be copied to external media, and menu data can

be transferred to multiple DSR-M814 digital video

recorders using external media. * VA-SW81LITE Ver.2 (supplied) or VA-SW814 Ver.2

(sold separately) software is required. (Some functions are not available with VA-SW81LITE Ver.2.)

INTRODUCTION

2. ACCESSORIES

Check that you have all the parts below.

Power cord

Ferrite core (1)

For: LAN connection cable

Power cord tie

Application software (VA-SW81LITE Ver.2)

Instruction manual

z DSR-M814 z VA-SW81LITE

GNU GPL Open Software License Agreement

12 634578 1011

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3. NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS

INTRODUCTION

Front panel

1234

POWER

QUAD/

SEQUENCE

FULL

LAN

(LINK/ACT)

AUDIO SEARCH

REVIEW CUE

MENU RESET

12 14 15 1918 20 2116 1713

1. POWER indicator (P.11)

Lights when the power is ON. Flashes when there is a problem with the hard disk or fan.

2. CHANNEL buttons and indicators

Used when switching the image display from the quad screen to a single screen. Pressing a channel button lights its indicator and displays the corresponding image in a single screen.

3. [MENU] button and indicator

Used to display the menu screens. The indicator lights when a menu screen is displayed.

4. [REVIEW] button

When pressed during playback, lets you rewind the image while watching it on screen. Also used for menu screen operations.

5. [ ] button

Used to move the cursor in menu screens up. Also used to change setting values.

6. [ ] button

Used to move the cursor in menu screens down. Also used to change setting values.

7. [CUE] button

When pressed during playback, lets you fast-forward the image while watching it on screen. Also used for menu screen operations.

8. [EXIT/OSD] button (P.30)

Returns the display to the normal screen when the main menu, a sub-menu, the search screen, or a setting screen is displayed.

9. [PLAY/STOP] button

Plays back the normal image (indicator lights). When pressed during playback, stops playback.

PLAY/STOP

TIMER

EXIT/OSD

USB

ALARM

REC/STOPSTILL

LOCK/

REMOTE

10. [TIMER] button and indicator (P.16)

When the button is pressed while recording or stopped,

the digital video recorder enters timer record standby,

and the indicator lights. When the set time arrives, the

digital video recorder starts timer recording.

11. ALARM indicator

Flashes when recording an alarm image.

12. FULL indicator (P.44)

Lights when the remaining memory in the hard disk’s

recording area has reached zero and recording has

stopped.

13. LAN indicator

Lights when the digital video recorder is connected to a

network. Flashes when data is being sent and received.

14. [QUAD/SEQUENCE] button and indicator (

P.13)

Switches to the quad screen display, or switches from the quad screen display to each single-screen display in sequence.

15. [AUDIO] button and indicator

Switches the audio output channel.

16. [SEARCH] button and indicator (P.22, P.24)

When the button is pressed while recording or stopped, the indicator lights, and the search setting screen is displayed.

17. [MENU RESET] button (P.31)

Used to initialize the currently displayed menu settings, and to set the time.

18. [STILL] button

When pressed during playback, pauses the screen image (the indicator lights). Pressing the button again resumes playback.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS

19. USB port (P.27, P.63)

Used to connect a CompactFlash card reader or CD-R/RW drive. You can copy settings (CompactFlash card only) and recorded videos.

20. [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.

Rear panel

AC IN

TV SYSTEM

NTSC

PAL

AUDIO

ALL

RESET

RS-485 TERMINATE

ON OFF

21. LOCK/REMOTE indicator (P.26, P.58)

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 4 times per second when there is a network connection, and flashes at 1 time per second when there is a network connection while locked.

325

OUT

MIC IN

MONITOR OUT

LAN

12 34

123456789

VIDEO

234

OUT

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

INTRODUCTION

7121314

1. FAN

2. AUDIO IN terminals (4 channels)

3. AUDIO OUT terminal

4. LAN terminal (

P.59)

5. VIDEO IN terminals (4 channels)

6. Power cord holder

Secure the power cord to the holder using the supplied cord tie. (

P.11)

7. AC INLET

AC power input terminal (3-core)

8. TV SYSTEM selector switch

Used to select between NTSC and PAL systems for the camera input and monitor output connected to the digital video recorder.

Disconnect the power and then connect it again after selecting NTSC or PAL.

98 10 11

9. RS-485 TERMINATE switch

Turns RS-485 termination ON/OFF.

10. ALL RESET switch

Resets the clock and camera titles setting and restarts the unit. (Menu settings are maintained)

11. MIC IN terminal

12. VIDEO MONITOR OUT terminal

Output terminal that displays quad screen on a single monitor.

13. Control and alarm terminals

Used to connect other digital video recorders and external devices, such as a system controller, remote control, and alarm sensors. (

P.66, P.67)

14. VIDEO OUT terminals (4 channels)

Terminals for output of individual video channels directly to the monitor.

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4. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

INTRODUCTION

When installing Check the setting

The digital video recorder has ventilation holes. Make sure these holes are not blocked after installation. Do not use

Make sure the TV SYSTEM selector switch on the rear

panel is set to “NTSC”. (P.8) the unit in areas with 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.

Disconnect the power and then connect it again after

selecting NTSC or PAL.

Basic connections

This section describes how to connect the digital video recorder to CCTV cameras 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 cameras (4), TV monitor (1), microphone and PC are shown below.

CCTV camera (sold separately)

TV monitor

(sold separately)

Microphone

(sold separately)

Amp

(sold separately)

PC (sold separately)

switching hub

(sold separately)

*1 Use a shielded LAN

connection cable, and wind it once around the supplied ferrite core.

Video input terminal

AUDIO

ALL

TV SYSTEM

NTSC

PAL

RESET

RS-485 TERMINATE

ON OFF

AC IN

LAN

OUT

MONITOR OUT

MIC IN

123456789

VIDEO

234

12 34

OUT

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

Audio input terminal

Microphone

(sold separately)

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Connecting to a network

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

The digital video recorder can be connected to a 100BASE-TX network using the LAN terminal on the rear panel.

SWITCHING HUB

DVR DVR DVR DVR

SWITCHING HUB

Up to 4000 digital video recorders (DVR) can be connected

to a network, and the remote operation software,

VA-SW81LITE Ver.2 (supplied) or VA-SW814 Ver.2 (sold

separately) allows you to control all connected DVRs, and

monitor live video and recorded audio and video from a PC.

Multiple PCs can also be connected to the network. (Some

functions are not available with VA-SW81LITE Ver.2.)

INTRODUCTION

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INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

Connecting the power

When you have finished making all the other

INTRODUCTION

connections, insert the power plug into the wall outlet.

There is no power switch. The display indicators flash, and

unit or subject it to vibration for at least 30 seconds. The disk in the hard disk drive briefly keeps spinning after the power is disconnected due to inertia. During this time the head is unstable, and the disk is more sensitive to shocks and vibrations than usual, so avoid even the lightest shocks.

after a few moments, the monitor screen displays the

z After disconnecting the power cable, do not move the

camera image.

Securing the power cord

Secure the power cord to the holder using the supplied

AUDIO

LAN

341

OUT

ALL

RESET

RS-485 TERMINATE

MONITOR OUT

MIC IN

OFF

AC IN

TV SYSTEM NTSC

PAL

VIDEO

234

1234

123456789

10 11 12 13 14 1516 17 1819

power cord tie as shown in the illustration.

OUT

Power cable

z When turning the power ON for the first time

“PLEASE SET THE CLOCK” is flashed on the monitor

Power cord tie

screen. Follow the steps on page 34 to set the clock.

z If the clock is already set

The operation display area is displayed.

System controller connections

Operation

display area

HI A

05-10-04 08: 30 :35 AL 000 15

z If a problem occurs when connecting the power or

during operation, the POWER indicator flashes as follows to indicate the type of problem. Contact a Sanyo Authorized Service Center if this happens.

POWER indicator Problem

A problem has been found on the hard disk. The hard disk

Flashes 4 times per second

must be replaced or formatted. If you need to save videos stored on the hard disk, contact a Sanyo Authorized Service Center.

Flashes 1 time per second

There is a problem with the fan.

A single system controller (sold separately) allows you to

set up multiple digital video recorders at the same time.

(P.66)

Remote control connections

A remote control can be used to perform the operations of

the buttons on the front panel. To perform remote control

operations, you must construct your own remote control.

(P.67)

Alarm sensor connections

Commercially available alarm sensors (normal open,

low-level at detection) can be connected to the ALARM IN

(1 to 4) terminals on the rear panel. (P.67)

Series recording connections

When connecting this unit to additional digital video

recorders, recording continues automatically on the next

recorder when the hard disk of the first recorder is full.

(P.67)

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OPERATION

1. ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY

At power ON, the operation display area appears at the top of the monitor screen.The operation display area shows the date/time, image quality, remaining time, and other information needed for operations.

Operation display area

Example: Normal screen

(1)

(5)

Operation isplay area

(8)

(2) (3) (4)

(6)



X180 HI A

05- 10- 04 08 : 30: 35AL 00015

(7)

(5) Date display (P.34)

Shows the month/day/year.

05-10-04 (month/day/year)

(6) Time display (P.34)

“PLEASE SET THE CLOCK” 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 (P.17)

When you set an alarm using the <ALARM REC MODE SET> menu item, the alarm display area displays the following information. (P.46)

z Alarm display

When alarm recording is set, “AL” appears. During alarm recording, the “AL” display flashes.

z Alarm count display

Displays the total number of alarms that have been generated.

(8) Camera title and VIDEO LOSS display

The title set for each camera is displayed. “VIDEO LOSS” is displayed when there is no video input.

OPERATION

(1) Operation symbol display

Displays symbols for recording, playback, playback speed, etc. For the meaning of each operation symbol, see “Displayed symbols” on the right.

During simultaneous recording and playback, the display indicates playback ( ).

(2) Picture quality display (P.44)

Displays the quality of the image that can be recorded on the hard disk. Set to “HIGH” in the default 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 available recording time, as shown below.

Remaining

time

1 hour or more

Less than 1

hour

Less than 10

minutes

Displayed increment

1 hour

increments

10 minute

increments

1 minute

increments

Example

10M

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ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY

Displayed symbols

The meanings of the symbols shown in the operation display area during recording or playback are listed below.

(1) Operation symbol display Description

OPERATION

Playback speed display

(2) Image quality display

(3) Audio recording display

(4) Remaining time display

(7) Alarm count display

REC Recording

Playback

Still

Rewind playback

Fast-forward playback

Slow playback

Reverse slow playback

X7.5

X15

X30

X180

1/8

1/4

1/2

2 times the normal playback speed

7.5 times the normal playback speed

15 times the normal playback speed

30 times the normal playback speed

180 times the normal playback speed

1/8 the normal playback speed

1/4 the normal playback speed

1/2 the normal playback speed

SU+ SUPER+

SUP SUPER

HI HIGH

STD STANDARD

A Audio recording ON

(None) Audio recording OFF

Displayed in 1 hour

000H

increments when the remaining time is 1 hour or more.

AL00000

Displays the number of generated alarms.

Changing the position of the operation display

Press the [EXIT/OSD] button repeatedly.

Pressing the [EXIT/OSD] button repeatedly lets you move

or hide the operation display area.

[EXIT/OSD] button

Top of the screen (default)

Operation display off

Example: Normal screen

Operation

display area

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Bottom of the screen

Displaying four screens in sequence automatically

Images are normally displayed in the quad screen. You can

use the procedure below to display images in single

screens.

To switch screens automatically, displaying

each single screen in sequence

[QUAD/SEQUENCE] button

QUAD/

SEQUENCE

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QUAD/

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Press the [QUAD/SEQUENCE] button.

The image from each channel is displayed sequentially in single screens. Under the default settings, the channel switches automatically every 1 second.

To return to the quad screen

Press the [QUAD/SEQUENCE] button.

The quad screen is displayed.

Displaying the image from a specified channel in a single screen

ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY

OPERATION

Follow the steps below to display the image from a specified channel in a single screen.

[CHANNEL] buttons

[QUAD/SEQUENCE] button

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Press the desired [CHANNEL] button.

The indicator on the [CHANNEL] button lights. The image for the corresponding channel is displayed in the screen.

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To return to the quad screen

Press the [QUAD/SEQUENCE] button.

The quad screen is displayed.

While the quad screen is displayed, press the [QUAD/ SEQUENCE] button to toggle through single screens in sequence.

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2. RECORDING

OPERATION

Recording

Follow the steps below to record the monitored image onto the hard disk.

When using the recorder for the first time, check that the TV SYSTEM selector switch on the rear panel is set to “NTSC” correctly. If this switch is set incorrectly, recording will not be performed correctly. (P.8)

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FULL indicator

Press the [REC/STOP] button.

The REC/STOP indicator lights. “REC” appears on the screen, and recording starts.

[TIMER] button

[REC/STOP] button

To end recording

Press the [REC/STOP] button for about

3 seconds.

The REC/STOP indicator turns off and recording stops.

Recording

symbol

z When you record for the first time, the default

settings are used. To change the image quality. (P.43)

z When the OVER WRITE recording setting is

“ON”, the DVR starts recording from the beginning again. When it is “OFF” and the remaining space reaches zero, recording stops and the FULL indicator lights. (P.44)

z You can record and play back images at the

same time. (P.19)

z You cannot change the menu during recording.

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Recording with the timer (timer recording)

Follow the steps below to record the monitored image onto the hard disk at the set time.

Press the [TIMER] button.

The TIMER indicator lights, and the digital video recorder enters timer recording standby mode.

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RECORDING

OPERATION

z A warning tone sounds if timer recording has not

been set.

(1) See P.47 for how to set timer recording.

(2) When the time specified in the timer settings

arrives, the REC/STOP indicator lights, “REC” appears in the screen, and recording starts.

(3) When the set end time arrives, the REC/STOP

indicator turns off, and recording stops.

(4) The following restrictions apply to normal

recording normal 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 stops, and the FULL indicator lights. You can start recording from the beginning again by changing the “OVER WRITE” setting. (P.44)

z You can record and play back images at the

same time. (P.19)

To stop during timer recording

Press the [TIMER] button.

The TIMER indicator turns off and recording stops.

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RECORDING

Recording upon alarm detection

OPERATION

The digital video recorder can make an alarm recording when the motion sensor on the screen or an alarm sensor connected to an ALARM IN terminal detects an alarm condition.

Check that the cable of the device required for alarms is connected to the ALARM terminal. (P.8)

When the motion sensor is set, an alarm image is recorded when a moving subject is detected. (P.41)

Setting alarm recording

Display the <3. RECORDER MENU> screen, and set “ALARM MODE” in “ALARM REC MODE SET” to something other than “OFF”, and set the conditions for the alarm trigger. (P.46) The default settings are shown below.

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FULL indicator

ALARM MODE OFF Alarm recording is disabled.

ALARM DURATION

ALARM TRIGGER

VIDEO LOSS ON

20SEC

ALARM

Recording is performed for 20 seconds for each alarm signal received while the alarm is set.

Performs alarm recording when an external alarm is generated.

Displays “VIDEO LOSS” on the screen when the camera image is interrupted. Also outputs the WARNING OUT signal to a rear panel terminal.

ALARM indicator

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Counts number of alarms.

Camera title generating alarm flashes.

z “AL” appears in the operation display area.

z When an alarm is generated on a channel that is already

alarm recording, the alarm recording time is extended counting from that moment. The new alarm is not counted, and the alarm count remains the same. If an alarm is generated on a separate channel, the alarm count increases.

z The 49,999 most recent incidents are stored in the alarm

history (recording list). Older incidents are erased.

z The camera title generating the alarm flashes.

z The panel’s ALARM indicator flashes.

When an alarm input is detected...

When a specified alarm trigger is detected, the following display appears in the operation display area, and an alarm image is recorded.

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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 stops.

z When the hard disk’s remaining space for recording

reaches zero, the FULL indicator lights and recording stops. You can start recording from the beginning again by changing the recording setting. (P.44)

z Alarm recording is taken at the [PICTURE QUALITY]

setting made in [3.RECORDER MENU]>[1.REC MODE SET]. (P.43)

The following restrictions apply to alarm recording.

(1) After recording starts (Standby→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) 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.

RECORDING

OPERATION

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3. PLAYING BACK VIDEOS

Follow the steps below to play back videos recorded on the hard disk.

Playback

OPERATION

[PLAY/STOP] button

Press the [PLAY/STOP] button.

The [PLAY/STOP] button lights, and appears in the operation display area. The videos recorded on the hard disk are played back in the quad screen.

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Press the [PLAY/STOP] button.

Playback ends.

 Playing back a video near the point of

recording

The digital video recorder prioritizes recording operations, so the playback image may pause temporarily.

Fast-forwarding or rewinding during playback

[ ] (REVIEW) button

[ ] button

Press the [ ] (CUE) or [ ] (REVIEW) button

during playback or when a still image is

displayed.

[ ] (CUE) button

[STILL] button

z Video 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 video when the recording is played back for the first time.

z When playback ends, the digital video recorder

pauses automatically. The [STILL] button lights, and ( ) appears in the

operation display area.

z After playback is stopped, it will resume from the

stopped point the next time it is started.

z You can display quad screen images in single

screens. (P.13)

To end playback

When you press the [ ]

(CUE) button, appears

in the operation display,

and the playback fast-

forwards at 2 times the

normal playback speed.

When you press the [ ]

(REVIEW) button,

appears in the operation

display, and the playback fast-rewinds at 2 times the

normal playback speed.

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To change the fast-forward speed

Press the [ ] button while fast-forwarding.

Press the button once to increase the speed to 7.5 times

the playback speed, twice to increase the speed to 15

times the playback speed, 3 times to increase the speed to

30 times the playback speed, and 4 times to increase the

speed to 180 times the playback speed.

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PLAYING BACK VIDEOS

To change the fast-rewind speed

Press the [ ] button while rewinding.

Press the button once to increase the speed to 7.5 times the playback speed, twice to increase the speed to 15 times the playback speed, 3 times to increase the speed to 30 times the playback speed, and 4 times to increase the speed to 180 times the playback speed.

To end fast-forward/rewind

Press the [PLAY/STOP] button.

Normal playback starts.

Reverse direction

[PLAY/STOP] button [STILL] button

Playback

(still image)

[PLAY/STOP] button [STILL] button

Fast-forward direction

To resume playback

Press the [STILL] button.

Frame advance (reverse)

[] button

[ ] button [STILL] button

Press the [ ] button while a still image is

displayed.

The still image advances by one frame.

Press the [ ] button while a still image is

displayed.

The still image moves back three frames.

OPERATION

Viewing still images

[STILL] button

During playback, press the [STILL]

button.

The video becomes a still image (pauses).

appears in the operation display area.

Still

symbol

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Slow playback

Hold down the [ ] button for at least 2 seconds

while a still image is displayed.

The playback speed slows to 1/8 the normal speed.

Pressing the [ ] button again switches the playback

speed to 1/4 the normal speed.

Pressing the button twice switches the playback speed to

1/2 the normal speed.

Slow reverse playback

Hold down the [ ] button for at least 2 seconds

while a still image is displayed.

The playback speed slows to 1/8 the normal speed.

Pressing the [ ] button again switches the playback

speed to 1/4 the normal speed.

Pressing the button twice switches the playback speed to

1/2 the normal speed.

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PLAYING BACK VIDEOS

Reverse slow

OPERATION

Switching audio channels

Follow the steps below to turn the audio ON or OFF, or switch the audio channels.

direction

[STILL] button

Hold down for at least 2 seconds

CHANNEL indicators

[AUDIO] button

With still image

display

Slow

direction

Hold down for at least

2 seconds

[STILL] button

Press the [AUDIO] button.

The [AUDIO] button flashes during audio settings mode. Each time you press the button, the audio channels switch as shown below. The channel indicator lights when that channel is playing back.

During recording

CH3+CH4CH1+CH2

AUTO CH3

CH1

CH4OFF

During playback

CH3+CH4CH1+CH2

AUTO

During playback, you cannot playback audio from one specific channel.

CH2

OFF

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