Speco D8HS, D16HS User Manual

User’s Guide (Ver. 1.0)

Models: D8HS/D16HS

8/16 Channel IP & Analog 960H Hybrid DVR

About This User’s Guide

Before operating the unit, please read this user’s guide thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

Cautions

Explanation of Graphical Symbols

WARNING

To reduce a risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications not approved by the manufacture will void the warranty of the product.

Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacture.

Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions.

This symbol indicates the presence of important operating and maintenance

(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

This symbol indicates the presence of “dangerous voltage” within the product’s

enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric

shock, property damage, personal injury, or death.

These precautions MUST be followed for safety reasons

Warning

 Do not use if the unit emits smoke.

 Do not disassemble the unit.

 Do not place any heavy or sharp objects on the unit.

 Do not place on uneven surface.

 Do not expose to shock or vibration.

 Do not move the unit when the unit is powered on.

 Do not block, and allow dust to accumulate in the air vents.

 Do not restrict airflow of the unit; doing so can damage the unit.

 Only qualified and experienced personnel should perform installation and

servicing.

 Turn off the power of the HS when connecting Cameras, Audio or Sensor

Cables.

 The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage caused by improper use

of the product or failure to follow instructions for the product.

 The manufacturer is not responsible for any problems caused by or resulting

from the user physically opening the HS for examination or attempting to

repair the unit.

Product Components

Please make sure the following components are included as specified below.

DVR Unit

Desktop: D8HS / D16HS

Remote Control

Battery 1.5V (AAA x2)

Quick Setup Guide

Quick User Guide

USB Mouse

Software & Manual CD

Rack mount (x 2) & Screw (x 6)

Adaptor

(DC12V 5A)

& AC Power cable (110V or 220V)

Audio Cable

Specifications

MODEL D8HS D16HS

Operational Mode (Analog + IP) Flexible for all channels Flexible for all channels

Video Input IP Channels Up to 8 Up to 16

Analog Channels Up to 8 Up to 16

Output

Main Monitor VGA and HDMI VGA and HDMI

Sub Monitor CVBS and SPOT CVBS and SPOT

Loop Out 8 16

Audio Input Local Input (RCA) 8 16

Remote Input from

IP Camera

8 16

Output

Local Output (RCA) 1 1

Audio Codec G.711 G.711

I/O Sensor

Local Input

(Terminal Block)

4 4

Remote Input from

IP Camera

8 16

Alarm Output 1 1

Serial RS-232C 1 1

RS-485 1 1

Recording Compression H.264 H.264

IP Resolution &

Frame Rate

1920x1080

240/200fps 480/400fps

Local Resolution &

Frame Rate

960H 240/200fps 480/400fps

D1 240/200fps 480/400fps

CIF 240/200fps 480/400fps

Recording Quality Grade 5 Levels 5 Levels

Recording Mode Continuous / Motion / Sensor /

Schedule / Manual/ Continuous

+ Sensor/ Continuous + Motion

Continuous / Motion / Sensor /

Schedule / Manual/Continuous

+ Sensor/ Continuous + Motion

Pre Recording Max. 20 Minutes Max. 20 Minutes

Post Recording Max. 60 Seconds Max. 60 Seconds

Playback Search Quick Search, Date/Time,

Event, Archive, Log

Quick Search, Date/Time,

Event, Archive, Log

Multi-Decoding 1, 4, 8 1, 4, 9, 16

Playback Speed x0.25, x0.5, x2, x4, x8, x16,

x32, x64

x0.25, x0.5, x2, x4, x8, x16,

x32, x64

Backup Media USB drive, External HDD, USB drive, External HDD,

Network Network

File Format BMP, AVI, Proprietary Format BMP, AVI, Proprietary Format

Huge Backup Yes (Max. 24 hours) Yes (Max. 24 hours)

Storage HDD Capacity of 1

HDD

3TB 3TB

Internal HDDs

3 3

e-SATA 1 1

USB Front 2 2

Rear 1 1

User I/F Input Method Front Buttons, IR, Mouse,

Keyboard Controller

Front Buttons, IR, Mouse,

Keyboard Controller

Network

Interface 10/100/1000 Base-T 10/100/1000 Base-T

Dynamic DNS Yes (Free Speco DDNS) Yes (Free Speco DDNS)

Dual Encoding for Network Yes Yes

Max. Throughput 40Mbps 40 Mbps

Features Digital Zoom Yes Yes

DLS (Day Light Saving) Yes Yes

NTP (Network Time Protocol) Yes Yes

S.M.A.R.T Yes Yes

Internal Beep Yes Yes

Multi-Language Yes Yes

e-mail Notification Yes Yes

Network

Access

Mobile viewer Speco Player (Live, Search,

PTZ, 2-Way Audio)

Speco Player (Live, Search,

PTZ, 2-Way Audio)

PC Web Viewer Windows

(IE, Chrome, Firefox, Safari)

Windows

(IE, Chrome, Firefox, Safari)

PC Client

SecureGuard CMS and

SpecoTech Multi-Client Viewer

SecureGuard CMS and

SpecoTech Multi-Client Viewer

Remote Setup and Upgrade Yes Yes

Power Power Supply Voltage 12V 5A 12V 5A

Temperature

Operation Temperature 41F – 104F,

During storage: 14F – 122F

41F – 104F,

During storage: 14F – 122F

Weight Unit Weight (Gross weight)

Approximately 11 lbs Approximately 12 lbs

Dimension Unit Dimension (W x H x D) 15"(W) x 2.83"(H) x 13.4"(D) 15"(W) x 2.83"(H) x 13.4"(D)

Please note that specifications and unit exterior designs are subject to change without notification.

Table of Contents

1. Main Features ............................................................................................................................. 10

2. Initial Boot-up Process .................................................................................................................. 11

2-1. Initial Boot up and Basic Time Setup ........................................................................................ 11

2-2. Setting up Daylight Savings Time ............................................................................................. 12

2-3. Setting NTP (Network Time Protocol) ....................................................................................... 13

2-4. EZ SETUP ............................................................................................................................... 16

3. Front and Rear Panels ................................................................................................................ 21

3-1. Front Panel .............................................................................................................................. 21

3-2. Rear Panel Connectors ............................................................................................................ 22

3-3. Remote Control ........................................................................................................................ 23

4. Setting up the DVR ...................................................................................................................... 24

4-0. Setup – Main Live Screen ........................................................................................................ 24

4-1. Setup – IP CAMERA ................................................................................................................ 25

4-1-1. SCAN Menu .......................................................................................................................... 26

4-1-2. ONVIF SETUP Menu ............................................................................................................ 27

4-1-3. SCAN Menu .......................................................................................................................... 29

4-2. Setup – SYSTEM ..................................................................................................................... 29

4-3. Setup – RECORD Mode .......................................................................................................... 34

4-4. Setup – DEVICE Mode ............................................................................................................ 36

4-4-1. Digital Deterrent .................................................................................................................... 37

4-4-2. Keyboard Controller & PTZ Setup ......................................................................................... 39

4-4-3. Spot Out................................................................................................................................ 40

4-4-4. Motion Zone Setup ............................................................................................................... 41

4-5. Setup – DISPLAY Mode ........................................................................................................... 42

4-6. Setup – NETWORK Mode ....................................................................................................... 43

4-6-1. Network Types ...................................................................................................................... 44

4-6-2. DDNS ................................................................................................................................... 45

4-6-3. Network Port and Web Port .................................................................................................. 45

4-6-4. Network Stream .................................................................................................................... 46

4-7. Setup – USER MANAGEMENT Mode...................................................................................... 47

4-8. Setup – STORAGE Mode ........................................................................................................ 48

4-9. Setup - CONFIG Mode............................................................................................................. 50

4-9-1. Firmware Upgrade ................................................................................................................ 51

5. Live, Search and Playback .......................................................................................................... 52

5-1. Live View ................................................................................................................................. 52

5-1-1. PTZ Control .......................................................................................................................... 55

5-2. Digital Zoom in Live and Playback Screen ............................................................................... 56

5-3. SEARCH Screen...................................................................................................................... 56

5-3-1. EZSearch .............................................................................................................................. 57

5-3-2. Time Line Search .................................................................................................................. 58

5-3-3. Event Search ........................................................................................................................ 58

5-3-4. Go To First Time ................................................................................................................... 59

5-3-5. Go To Last Time .................................................................................................................... 59

5-3-6. Go To Specific Time .............................................................................................................. 59

5-3-7. Archive List ........................................................................................................................... 59

5-3-8. Log List ................................................................................................................................. 60

5-4. Play Mode ................................................................................................................................ 60

6. Back Up .......................................................................................................................................... 61

6-1. Still Image Backup onto USB Flash Drive................................................................................. 61

6-2. Video Backup onto USB Flash Drive during playback .............................................................. 62

6-3. EZCopy: Video Backup onto USB Flash Drive during playback ............................................... 63

6-4. Transferring Still Images or Video from the ARCHIVE List ........................................................ 65

6-5. Playback of Backup Video........................................................................................................ 65

6-5-1. AVI Format ............................................................................................................................ 65

6-5-2. NSF Format .......................................................................................................................... 66

7. Network Access Using the Multi-Sites Network Viewer ................................................................... 67

7-1. Overview .................................................................................................................................. 67

7-2. PC Requirements ..................................................................................................................... 67

7-3. Installation of the Program ....................................................................................................... 68

7-4. Live Window ............................................................................................................................ 69

7-4-1. Main User Interface............................................................................................................... 69

7-4-2. Control Buttons ..................................................................................................................... 69

7-5. Search and Playback Window .................................................................................................. 71

7-5-1. Main User Interface............................................................................................................... 71

7-5-2. Main Control Panel ............................................................................................................... 71

7-6. Setup of SpecoTech Multi Client ............................................................................................... 73

7-6-1. General ................................................................................................................................. 73

7-6-2. Event .................................................................................................................................... 74

7-6-3. Record .................................................................................................................................. 75

7-6-4. Display .................................................................................................................................. 76

7-6-5. Language .............................................................................................................................. 76

7-6-6. About .................................................................................................................................... 77

7-7. Remote Setup .......................................................................................................................... 77

7-7-1. IP Camera ............................................................................................................................ 78

7-7-2. System.................................................................................................................................. 79

7-7-3. Record .................................................................................................................................. 81

7-7-4. Device .................................................................................................................................. 82

7-7-5. Display .................................................................................................................................. 83

7-7-6. Network ................................................................................................................................ 84

7-7-7. User Management ................................................................................................................ 85

7-7-8. Storage ................................................................................................................................. 86

7-7-9. Remote Upgrade .................................................................................................................. 86

7-7-10. Information .......................................................................................................................... 86

7-8. Operation ................................................................................................................................. 87

7-8-1. Addition, Delete, and Modify of DVR Sites ............................................................................ 87

7-8-2. Connect and Disconnect ....................................................................................................... 89

7-8-3. Still-image Capture During Live ............................................................................................. 89

7-8-4. Recording Video on Local PC During Live ............................................................................ 90

7-8-5. Local Playback and Remote Playback .................................................................................. 91

7-8-6. AVI Backup during Playback ................................................................................................. 93

8. Network Access Using the Web-Browser Viewer............................................................................. 96

9. Network Access Using the Smart Phone Viewer ............................................................................. 98

9-1. App Viewer for iPhone .............................................................................................................. 98

9-1-1. Live ....................................................................................................................................... 98

9-1-2.PTZ Control ......................................................................................................................... 102

9-1-3. Playback ............................................................................................................................. 102

9-2. App Viewer for Android Phone ............................................................................................... 102

9-2-1. Live ..................................................................................................................................... 102

9-2-2. Playback ............................................................................................................................. 102

9-2-3.PTZ Control ......................................................................................................................... 102

APPENDIX: Network Connection - LAN ............................................................................................103

APPENDIX: Network Connection – Internet and DDNS .....................................................................105

APPENDIX: E-SATA CONNECTION .................................................................................................107

1. Main Features

 Easy Record, Copy and Setup

 Easy Search by Thumbnail Preview

 Easy Network

 Easy IP Camera Setup

 Recording Rate: D16HS: 480fps @ 960H, D8HS: 240fps @ 960H

 Digital Deterrent, audio message output upon event

 H.264 High Profile compression saves HDD space

 Simultaneous live view/playback while continuing to record/network transfer or backup

 Remote monitoring/recording/playback/configuration and control via internet

 Wi-Fi access point for remote viewing and configuration

 Audio Recording: D16HS:16 Channels; D8HS:8 Channels

 Switch between low and high quality stream during simultaneous Continuous + Motion or

Continuous + Sensor recording modes for storage optimization

 Individual Channel Operation

 Automatic camera detection (Plug & Play)

 Covert camera operation provides enhanced security and administrator control

 Dynamically programmable recording priority, motion detection, alarms and scheduling

 Simple and Easy Graphic User Interface

 Simple Schedule Recording

 HDMI Output

 VGA Output

 LOOP Out

 Password to secure installation authorization

 Network software supports 10/100/1000Base-T

 USB 2.0 port for video clip exporting and easy firmware upgrade via USB Flash Drive

 Exclusive File Format Backup and Player

 Variety of Ways Network Access via SecureGuard® CMS, SpecoTech Multi-Client Software , Web-

Viewer, and Mobile Viewer

 S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology for HDD)

NOTE: Under federal law, The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, Title III of the Omnibus Crime

Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968, as amended by the Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986 (18

U.S.C. § 2510, et seq.), and the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 (50 U.S.C. 1801, et seq.)

permit government agents, acting with the consent of a party to a communication, to engage in warrantless

interceptions of telephone communications, as well as oral and electronic communications.

2. Initial Boot-up Process

2-1. Initial Boot up and Basic Time Setup

1. During the first boot up, the following logo will be displayed.

2. After the logo, select the language and set date and time as specified below.

(EZ Setup Page Reference / Page: 16 ~ 19)

2-2. Setting up Daylight Savings Time

To enable Daylight Saving feature/NTP synchronization, take the following steps.

1. Enter the SETUP mode. The default Username is “ADMIN” and Password is “1111”.

2. Go to SETUP > SYSTEM > DATE & TIME SETUP

3. Select ON from the DAYLIGHT SAVING dropdown menu.

2-3. Setting NTP (Network Time Protocol)

1. SETUP > SYSTEM > NTP SETUP > ON

2. Select the proper TIME ZONE time.

Table2.3.1. GMT Time Zone

State Standard Time Daylight-Saving Time

AL Alabama GMT-6 GMT-5

AK Alaska GMT-9 GMT-8

AK Alaska (Aleutian Islands) GMT-10

AZ Arizona GMT-7

AZ Arizona (Navajo) GMT-7 GMT-6

AR Arkansas GMT-6 GMT-5

CA California GMT-8 GMT-7

CO Colorado GMT-7 GMT-6

CT Connecticut GMT-5 GMT-4

DC District of Columbia GMT-5 GMT-4

DE Delaware GMT-5 GMT-4

FL Florida GMT-5 GMT-4

FL Florida (W) GMT-6 GMT-5

GA Georgia GMT-5 GMT-4

HI Hawaii GMT-10

ID Idaho (N) GMT-8 GMT-7

ID Idaho (S) GMT-7 GMT-6

IL Illinois GMT-6 GMT-5

IN Indiana GMT-5 GMT-4

IN Indiana (SW / NW) GMT-6 GMT-5

IA Iowa GMT-6 GMT-5

KS Kansas GMT-6 GMT-5

KS Kansas (W) GMT-7 GMT-6

KY Kentucky (E) GMT-5 GMT-4

KY Kentucky (W) GMT-6 GMT-5

LA Louisiana GMT-6 GMT-5

ME Maine GMT-5 GMT-4

MD Maryland GMT-5 GMT-4

MA Massachusetts GMT-5 GMT-4

MI Michigan GMT-5 GMT-4

MI Michigan (W) GMT-6 GMT-5

MN Minnesota GMT-6 GMT-5

MS Mississippi GMT-6 GMT-5

MO Missouri GMT-6 GMT-5

MT Montana GMT-7 GMT-6

NE Nebraska GMT-6 GMT-5

NE Nebraska (W) GMT-7 GMT-6

NV Nevada GMT-8 GMT-7

NH New Hampshire GMT-5 GMT-4

NJ New Jersey GMT-5 GMT-4

NM New Mexico GMT-7 GMT-6

NY New York GMT-5 GMT-4

NC North Carolina GMT-5 GMT-4

ND North Dakota GMT-6 GMT-5

ND North Dakota (W) GMT-7 GMT-6

OH Ohio GMT-5 GMT-4

OK Oklahoma GMT-6 GMT-5

OR Oregon GMT-8 GMT-7

OR Oregon (E) GMT-7 GMT-6

PA Pennsylvania GMT-5 GMT-4

RI Rhode Island GMT-5 GMT-4

SC South Carolina GMT-5 GMT-4

SD South Dakota (E) GMT-6 GMT-5

SD South Dakota (W) GMT-7 GMT-6

TN Tennessee (E) GMT-5 GMT-4

TN Tennessee (W) GMT-6 GMT-5

TX Texas GMT-6 GMT-5

TX Texas (W) GMT-7 GMT-6

UT Utah GMT-7 GMT-6

VT Vermont GMT-5 GMT-4

VA Virginia GMT-5 GMT-4

WA Washington GMT-8 GMT-7

WV West Virginia GMT-5 GMT-4

WI Wisconsin GMT-6 GMT-5

WY Wyoming GMT-7 GMT-6

NOTE: If you want the unit to automatically synchronize the local time, the Time Zone must be properly set according to your local time zone.

2-4. EZ SETUP

Quick installation Menu for HS and IP Camera Easy installation(Right-Click on the Main Screen)

Figure 2.4. EZ Setup Screen

2.4.1. Setup DATE & TIME, IP CAMERA configurations.

Figure 2.4.1. EZ CAMERA Setup Procedure

① Select EZ Camera for Date/Time and Camera Setup, Click NEXT to proceed.

② Configure individual cameras in the EZ Camera Setup.

 Select the Channel to configure.

 Select the Camera Protocol and then click on the scan button; this will scan the network for

any ip cameras using the specified protocol.

 Select the desired Camera from the list, and then click on register.

 If necessary, click on Preview to Preview the camera, or Setup to change camera settings.

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2.4.2. EZ NETWORK (Using an internet connection)

Figure 2.4.2. EZ NETWORK Setup Procedure

① Select YES in case of setting the network using an internet connection.

② Select Auto Configuration(DHCP) or Manual Configuration(STATIC) and then click TEST

Button. It will automatically setup the network for the system.

③ Setup DDNS setting. DDNS(Dynamic Domain Name System) allows a DNS name to be

constantly synchronized with a dynamic IP address. It allows using a dynamic IP address to be

associated with a static domain name. Refer to the full version manual for more information.

④ Click Finish to save the setup.

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2.4.3. EZ NETWORK setting (Not using internet connection)

Figure 2.4.3. EZ NETWORK Setup – Manual Configuration Screen

① Select NO if the HS is not using an internet connection.

② Select Auto Configuration(DHCP) or Manual Configuration(STATIC) and then click TEST

button when ready.

③ Input the Network Settings if Manual Configuration(STATIC) was selected, and click TEST

④ Select OFF for ENABLE DDNS and click NEXT button.

⑤ Click Finish to save the setup.

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2.4.4. EZ Record setting

Figure 4.2.4. EZ RECORD Setup Procedure

① Select EZ Record for Date/Time and Record Setup, Click NEXT to proceed.

② Description of EZ Record Setup is displayed, Click NEXT to proceed.

③ Set up the Date/Time settings and click NEXT to get to the record setup.

④ Select Recording mode setup for Continuous/Motion and Setup, click NEXT button.

⑤ Select Record video quality setup for Resolution and Setup, click NEXT button.

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2-5 . IP Camera SETUP (through SpecoTech Web Viewer)

HS Series allows remote access to the IP Cameras through "IP Camera Setup" menu in SpecoTech Web Viewer.

① Click the mouse right button

② Select “IP Camera Setup”.

③ Select Channel Number.

④ It launches the camera’s web setup page.

In order for the web pages to launch from the “IP Camera Setup” menu when accessed from the WAN, Ports 59011 to

59254 on the router must be port forwarded to the HS. The local address of the HS can be found in the system

information.

2-6 . Dual Streaming

 High Quality (Main Profile) Video Stream is used for both Recording and Live Display.

 High Quality (Main Profile) Video Stream can be viewed through the network, when selected.

 Normal (Secondary) Quality Video Stream is used by default when viewing through the network.

3. Front and Rear Panels

3-1. Front Panel

HS Desktop Front

Figure 3.1.1. DVR Front panels

Table 3.1.1. Front LED and Ports of Desktop Models (D16HS/D8HS)

Name Description

POWER LED light is on when power is applied to the system.

HDD LED light is on when the system is recording video data.

USB Port This USB port for archiving footage into a USB device. (USB 2.0 connector)

Table 3.1.2. Front Buttons (D16HS/D8HS)

Name Description

Buttons 1~16 Select a channel from CH1 to CH16

Buttons from 9 to 16 is used as function keys on PTZ control mode

To escape out of PTZ mode, press the ESC button.

MENU Goes into the Setup window

COPY Takes a Screenshot on Live View and Goes into Backup during Playback

ALARM Activates the external alarm device

SEQ Enables the sequence mode on Live

ESC Exit the current mode or cancels current operation

PLAYBACK Goes into search mode

PTZ Activates the Pan, Tilt and Zoom menu

MODE Toggles between the available display modes (1x1, 2x2, 3x3, 4x4)

POWER Will initiate system shut down

LIVE mode – Moves Up SEARCH mode – Skips 1min ahead on playback and 1 frame ahead on pause LIVE mode – Moves Right SEARCH mode - Control the play speed (Fast Forward) LIVE mode – Moves Down SEARCH mode - Skips 1min back on playback and 1 frame back on pause LIVE mode – Moves Left SEARCH mode- Select the play speed (Rewind) LIVE mode – Select (Center) SEARCH mode - Play & Pause

3-2. Rear Panel Connectors

D16HS

D8HS

Figure 3.2.1. Connectors

① Ground: Use for ground port.

② VIDEO IN: Video input port.(For Analog 960H cameras)

③ VIDEO OUT: MAIN – Composite Video Output / SPOT – Spot Monitor

④ AUDIO IN & OUT: Four connectors for audio input and one connector for audio output.

⑤ HDMI: HDMI output port. Connectors to the HDMI Monitor

⑥ VGA: VGA (Video Graphics Array) output port. Connects to the PC VGA monitor.

⑦ E-SATA: External SATA port for extension storage.

⑧ AUDIO IN: Audio inputs connections for channels 5-8 or 5-16 through external cable

⑨ USB: USB terminal for video export or firmware upgrade

⑩ IP CAM: Network Second Terminal. No Internet access.

⑪ ETHERNET: RJ-45 Connector for LAN Connection, used for Internet Connection

⑫ SENSOR IN, ALARM OUT, RS-485: External sensor terminal, External alarm out terminal & RS-485

for PTZ Camera control

⑬ POWER: DC12V input

 Do not power this system on before all the connections are attached.

 Make sure all the connections are properly secured. Faulty connection may result in

the system being damaged.

3-3. Remote Control

① ID: To set the remote control ID.

② REC: To start and stop manual recording

③ SEARCH: To go to SEARCH menu.

④ F/ADV:

 During playback – To move the playback position 60 seconds forward .

 During Pause – To move the playback position moves 1 frame forward

⑤ F/REW:

 During playback – To move the playback position 60 seconds back.

 During Pause – To move the playback postion 1 frame back.

⑥ FF: To fast forward the recording.

⑦ PLAY/PAUSE: To play or to pause the recording in playback mode

⑧ REW: To rewind the recording.

⑨ ESC:

 During setup – To retun to the preivous menu screen.

 During Playback – To exit playback mode

 System lock – To lock a system when pressing ESC button for 5 seconds.

 System unlock – To unlock a system when pressing ESC button for 5 seconds.

⑩ SETUP: To open the SETUP menu.

⑪ Direction buttons: To move menu items or select a channel.

⑫ SEQ: To start auto sequencing the screen in full screen mode. (Toggle)

⑬ BACKUP: To start a backup operations in live or playback mode

⑭ 0~9: To select channel (1,2,3,..) or to enter a DVR ID number or use as number key.

4. Setting up the DVR

The following sections detail the initial setup of the DVR.

Menu screen will close if user response is not received in 5 minutes.

4-0. Setup – Main Live Screen

To enter the setup menu, right click on the mouse and select setup from the submenu or press the setup

button on the remote control.

Table 4.1.1. Live Screen and Quick Operation Window

When the DVR prompts the LOG-IN window, enter the PASSWORD using the virtual keyboard, or the front

panel, or the remote control. The factory default password is 1111. It is highly recommended to assign a

new password to protect the system. User can assign a new password in SECURITY setup menu.

4-1. Setup – IP CAMERA

Press the SETUP button and enter the password. The setup menu is displayed as picture below. Select

DISPLAY icon and press SEL button to enter the setup menu item.

Figure 4.1.1 IP Camera mode setup screen

Table 4.1.1. Menu items in IP CAMERA mode setup

Item Description

CHANNEL

To manually connect each camera, click on the to get this window:

Under the column labeled Type, Select IP Camera Protocol

Double Click to Scan

SCAN: Double click the empty box to search IP camera on the local network.

IP: Enter the address of IP camera to connect, or select from scanned list.

PORT: Enter the port number of IP camera to connect

WEB PORT: Enter the web port number of IP camera to connect

OTHERS: Change the IP camera setting. Double click the empty box and then Log-In

box will be pop-up. (Enter ID and PASSWORD of IP Camera)

PROTOCOL Select the protocol for the IP Camera.

SCAN Searches the network for IP Cameras using the specified protocol.

IP Enter the IP Address of the desired IP Camera.

PORT Enter the IP Camera stream Port Number (default: 554)

WEB PORT Enter the IP Camera Web Port Number (default: 80)

OTHERS IP Camera Video Setup( Resolution, Frame rate, and Bitrate)

4-1-1. SCAN Menu

Scan for IP Cameras on network using ONVIF/SPECO protocols.

Figure 4.1.2 IP CAMERA Setup Screen

Figure 4.1.3 Left Image using ONVIF Protocol SCAN, Right Image using SPECO Protocol SCAN

Figure 4.1.4 ONVIF Protocol Profile SCAN Image

① Select the protocol used by the IP Camera and then click the scan button.

② Select the IP Camera from the list and then click the register button.

③ After registering, the basic information is displayed.

④ IP cameras using ONVIF protocol require ID, Password and Profile to be correctly entered for

proper operation.

⑤ SPECO protocols only require ID and Password to be correctly entered for proper operation. IP

cameras using ONVIF protocol can have their Video, Network and System settings accessed

and updated using the ONVIF setup menu.

(ONVIF Setup Menu may not be accessible depending on the ONVIF version used by the

IP camera.

4-1-2. ONVIF SETUP Menu

Table 4.1.2. Menu Items in ONVIF Setup Screen

Menu Item Description

VIDEO Video, Encoder to view and change to audio settings.

NETWORK View and change Network settings.

SYSTEM System information and change your password, factory reset and the camera is

rebooting..

4-1-3. SCAN Menu

Figure 4.1.2 IP CAMERA Setup Screen Figure 4.1.3 Search IP Camera Screen

① Select the IP Camera protocoland then on click the scan button

② Select the ip camera on the list and then click the register button.

③ After the registration is completed, the basic information is to be displayed.

4-2. Setup – SYSTEM

In the SETUP menu, select the SYSTEM tab. Then, the SYSTEM menu is displayed as pictured below.

Navigate through the menu items using the mouse or the remote control and change the value of the menu.

Figure 4.2.1. SYSTEM Setup Screen

Table 4.2.1. Menu Items in SYSTEM Setup Screen

Item Description

DESCRIPTION Press the button to view the system information. (Software Version, Storage Size, IP

Address, MAC Address and DDNS Status)

LANGUAGE Select the display language using the mouse or the remote control. Once a

language is selected, the display language will change.

DATE DISPLAY

FORMAT

Select the date display format using the mouse or the remote control. Options are:

MM/DD/YYYY, YYYY/MM/DD, DD/MM/YYYY, YYYY-MM-DD, MM-DD-YYYY, DD-MM-YYYY

DATE&TIME

TUP

Select the display date and time using the mouse or the remote control and press

OK button to set the present date and time.

Select DAYLIGHT SAVING using the mouse or the remote control and select the

appropriate daylight saving time zone. The available options are:

OFF: Daylight saving is turned off.

USA: Applies the USA daylight saving time.

EU: Applies the EU daylight saving time.

- Select the GMT AREA using the mouse or the remote control.

- Set the time difference with the standard time using the mouse or the

button.

OTHERS: If the time zone is neither USA nor EU, set the date and time of the

daylight saving period.

- Select BEGIN or END using the remote and press the SEL button.

Caution

- Do not set the start time to 23:00 for DLS.

- DLS cannot be applied if the date of BEGIN and END is the same.

CLIENT ACCESS Enable/Disable remote access through the network.

NTP

SETUP

NTP (Network Time Protocol) which synchronizes the time of the computer systems

over variable-latency data networks.

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