SVAT Electronics CLEARVU2 User Manual

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Do-It-Yourself Compact DVR Security System

w/ 4 Hi-Res Indoor/Outdoor Night Vision CCD Surveillance Camera

COMPLETE SYSTEM

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Version 1.0

Model#

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NEED
HELP?

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS

PRODUCT TO THE STORE

Please contact a DEFENDER customer support representative rst regarding any additional information on
product features, specications or help with set-up.

Please contact us via one of the methods below:

Email:

[e-mail]

Toll free telephone:

1.866.946.7828

Online live web chat:

www.svat.com/support

Toll free fax:

1.888.771.1701

Having problems with this DVR?

Before calling technical support, please attempt to reset your DVR to factory default settings. This
will not erase your recorded footage.

Press

your password (Default: 111111). Select “LOAD DEFAULT” and press ►/4 twice to conrm. After the
reset is complete, power o the DVR and power on again.

If you have forgotten your DVR password, please email customer support at: [e-mail].

For more product information visit www.svat.com

if your DVR is recording, then press . If the DVR password is enabled, enter

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PRODUCT WARRANTY & REGISTRATION

Please visit our website at www.svat.com to

apply for your product’s warranty registration.

We take quality very seriously. This is why all of our products come with a one year warranty from the original purchase date
against defects in workmanship and materials.

If you have warranty or support issues please contact us using any of the following methods:

Phone: [phone] SVAT Electronics Canada SVAT Electronics USA
Fax: [phone] Montrose Road 2315 Whirlpool St., Unit 333
Email: [e-mail] Niagara Falls, ON Niagara Falls, New York

Website: www.svat.com Canada L2H 1J9 USA 14305

1. SVAT products are guaranteed for a period of one year from the date of purchase against defects in workmanship and materials. This warranty
is limited to the repair, replacement or refund of the purchase price at SVAT’s option.

2. This warranty becomes void if the product shows evidence of having been misused, mishandled or tampered with contrary to the applicable
instruction manual.

3. Routine cleaning, normal cosmetic and mechanical wear and tear are not covered under the terms of this warranty.

4. The warranty expressly provided for herein is the sole warranty provided in connection with the product itself and no other warranty,
expressed or implied is provided. SVAT assumes no responsibilities for any other claims not specically mentioned in this warranty.

5. This warranty does not cover the shipping cost, insurance or any other incidental charges.

6. You MUST call Defender before sending any product back for repair. You will be sent a Return Authorization form with return instructions.
When returning the product for warranty service, please pack it carefully in the original box with all supplied accessories, and enclose your
original receipt or copy, and a brief explanation of the problem (include RA #).

7. This warranty is valid only in Canada and the continental U.S.

8. This warranty cannot be re-issued.

9. Tearing the tamper-proof sticker on the DVR case will void the product warranty.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (BACK).

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Graphic Symbol Explanation

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The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of
insinuated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sucient 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
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 2

PRODUCT FEATURES ......................................................... 3

WHAT’S INCLUDED ........................................................... 4

BUTTONS & CONNECTIONS ................................................ 4

INSTALLATIONS ............................................................... 5

Camera Installation Tips ........................................ 5

Mounting ............................................................. 5

Wiring The Cameras .............................................. 6

CONNECTiON DIAGRAM .................................................... 7

Connecting the DVR to a TV/Monitor ....................... 7

Powering On ......................................................... 8

DVR OPERATION .............................................................. 8

Basic Operation .................................................... 8

Record Mode......................................................... 9

Playback Mode ..................................................... 9

MAIN MENU .................................................................. 10

System Setup ......................................................10

Time Setup ................................................................................11

Password Setup .........................................................................11

Load Default .............................................................................12

Language Setup ........................................................................12

Version .....................................................................................12

Camera Setup ......................................................13

Camera Enable ..........................................................................13

Camera Title ..............................................................................13

Camera Setting .........................................................................13

CH1-CH4 Title ............................................................................14

Record Setup .......................................................14

Record Type ...............................................................................14

Video Quality.............................................................................15

Timer Rec Frame Rate ................................................................15

Motion Rec Frame Rate ..............................................................15

Motion Rec Time ........................................................................15

Record Mode .............................................................................15

Time Recording [T] .....................................................................16

Motion Recording [A] .................................................................16

Time Motion (Mixed) [M] ............................................................16

Disable Recording [–] .................................................................16

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Buzzer Setup ..................................................... 16

Motion Alert ............................................................................ 16

Video Loss Alert ....................................................................... 16

HDD Full Alert .......................................................................... 16

Buzzer Time ............................................................................ 17

Event List .......................................................... 17

Time Search ............................................................................ 17

Event Search ........................................................................... 17

USB Device Setting ............................................. 17

Format .................................................................................... 18

Copy ....................................................................................... 18

Erase Video Data ...................................................................... 19

Hard Drive Setup ................................................ 19

Disk Full ..................................................................................19

HDD Size ................................................................................. 20

HDD Used ................................................................................ 20

HDD Format ............................................................................. 20

DVR PLAYER SOFTWARE ................................................ 20

Software Installation ......................................... 21

Operation .......................................................... 21

Capturing Images/Video to your Computer ........... 22

Settings ............................................................ 22

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DVR PLAYER TROUBLESHOOTING .................................... 23

SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................... 24

4 Channel DVR ................................................... 24

CCD Color Camera ............................................... 25

INTRODUCTION

Thank-you for purchasing the CLEARVU2 DVR system. Correct installation and use of this system will greatly increase
the security in your home or business. Please read through this manual and carefully follow the instructions to get the
most out of your CLEARVU2 DVR system.

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PRODUCT FEATURES

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WHAT’S INCLUDED

BUTTONS & CONNECTIONS

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INSTALLATIONS

Camera Installation Tips

• Camera(s) should be installed between 8 and 13 feet above the area to be monitored.

• Ensure there are no obstructions in the camera’s view, to maximize viewing area.

• Ensure that the sunshade is positioned to avoid glare and position cameras away from direct sunlight.

• Decide whether the camera will be wall-mounted or if it will sit on a desk/table top.

Note: If wall mounting, use the mounting hardware included in the package.

• Each camera comes with 60 feet of wire. Please make sure you mount the cameras no more than 60 feet from the DVR (unless

you have purchased additional wiring).

• We strongly recommend using a surge protected power bar and/or an Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) to power

the DVR and camera system.

Mounting

1. Mount each camera in the desired location no more than 60 feet from the DVR )unless you have purchased
additional wiring). You may wall mount or desk mount these cameras.

Wall Mounted Desk Mounted

2. Adjust cameras to the desired viewing angles.

Please refer to the CV67 manual for a drilling template for your camera

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Wiring The Cameras

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1. Plug the 4 PIN DIN female
connection on the camera into the
4 PIN DIN male connection on the

2. Plug the camera’s power supply
into the power jack located on the
60 ft video/power wire.

3. Plug the camera’s power adapter
into an AC outlet.

60 ft video/power wire.

4. Attach the BNC connectors to the
VIDEO IN ports and VIDEO OUT
port on the back of the DVR.

5. Connect the 60ft video/power
wire’s male RCA plug to the VIDEO
IN port for channels 1~4.

NOTE: For detailed instructions on camera features and functions, please refer to the CV67 camera guide included in
the package.

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CONNECTiON DIAGRAM

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Connecting the DVR to a TV/Monitor

1. Connect one end of the RCA (male) wire to the VIDEO OUT port on the DVR.

2. Attach the other end of the RCA (male) wire to the VIDEO IN port on your TV/monitor.

3. Ensure that your TV/monitor is set to the proper VIDEO INPUT channel.

Note: Refer to the TVs remote control user manual if you cannot change the input

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Powering On

1. The power adapter comes in two pieces. Assemble the power
adapter by plugging the power cord into the power brick, as
shown on the diagram on the previous page. Plug the three
pronged power cord into a power outlet. (It is strongly
recommended to use a surge protected power bar and
Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) backup. This will prevent
power surges or outages which may cause damage to the DVR or hard drive.) Plug the opposite end of the cord
into the DC IN port on the back of the DVR. (Please refer to the diagram on the opposite page)

2. To turn the DVR on and o, use the power switch on your UPS or power bar. This DVR does not have a

power switch. This is for your security and helps to prevent other people from accidentally or
intentionally turning the DVR o.

3. The DVR will power on and you will see a boot screen. After the DVR initializes, your cameras should be displayed
and recording will begin immediately. If you want the DVR to record continuously (24hr recording), no further
setup is required. However, you may wish to adjust the system time if it is incorrect (see page 11 System
Setup>Time Setup for more details).

Note: If a video signal is not detected on one or more camera channels (VIDEO LOSS), the system will sound an
alarm (by default). Press any button to stop the alarm. If video loss occurs on one of your camera channels during
recording, the DVR will continue to record. However, if all four camera channels experience video loss, the DVR will
stop recording.

DVR OPERATION

Basic Operation

1. The DVR will automatically display all four camera views in Quad Screen. To view each camera individually, use
the ▲/1,◄/2, ▼/3, ►/4 buttons to view cameras 1-4 in full screen. Press the same buttons again to return to
full screen.

2. To stop or start recording, press the button.

3. While recording, you must press the button rst before playing back footage or entering the
setup menu.

4. While in live view (not recording), press the button to enter playback mode.

5. While in live view (not recording), press the button to enter the setup menu. If the DVR password is
enabled, a password screen will appear. Use the channel buttons (1-4) to enter the password. The default

password is (111111).

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Record Mode

While you are recording you will see a screen similar to the following:

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1. The block icon (□) beside each camera channel indicates that the camera channel is recording.

Note :in this example that camera 1 and camera 3 is not recording.

2. The text on the bottom left corner of the screen indicates the method of recording (EACH/QUAD).

3. The letter in brackets indicates the recording mode (T=TIME RECORD / A=MOTION ACTIVATED RECORD / M =
MIXED RECORD). For more information on these recording modes, please go to page 16 System Setup >
Record Mode.

4. The channel labeled OFF in this example indicates that the user has disabled this camera channel.

5. The text on the top of each camera window indicates the name of the camera (This can be customized). In this
example, the user has named the rst camera “CAMERA1.”

6. When VIDEO LOSS is displayed on a camera channel, it means that there is no power to the camera or that the
camera is disconnected from the DVR.

7. The bottom right of the screen displays the system date/time.

Playback Mode

NOTE: If you are recording, press

1. Press the button to enter playback mode.

2. A screen will appear that displays a list of all your recorded footage, organized by date and time. Scroll to the

desired date and time using the ▲/1▼/3 buttons. Press the button to start playback.

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3. Press to pause your footage.

4. Press to view your footage in reverse.

5. Press to fast forward your footage. Press it again to change the fast forward speed (FF1, FF2, FF3).

6. Press the

Note: A maximum of 63 events can be recorded

button to stop playback and return to Live Mode.

MAIN MENU

System Setup

• Press

channel buttons (1-4) to enter a password.
The default password is 111111.

• To navigate the menu headings, use the

▲/1▼/3 buttons. Use the ►/4 button to
conrm your selection.

• To change a setting, press ►/4

• Press to exit the menu/ submenus

and save your settings.

to enter system setup. Use the

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Time Setup

Password Setup

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Ensure that your system time is accurate so that
your recorded footage will be labeled with the
correct event time.

1. Use the ▲/1▼/3 buttons to select the
value you want to change (year, month,
day, time).

2. Press the ►/4 to change the value.

3. Press to conrm the date/
time change

On this screen you can change your password. You
can also choose to disable or enable the Menu
Password and Stop Rec Password. When you
enable these passwords, the DVR will ask for a
password when you try to stop recording or ac­cess the menu system. If you disable these pass­words, a password will not be requested.

1. To enable/disable the menu or stop recording password, use the ▲/1▼/3 buttons to select the menu item, and
use ►/4 to toggle the password on or o.

2. To change the password, select “PASSWORD CHANGE.” On the next screen, use the 1-4 channel buttons to enter
the current password. Then enter a new password, and enter it again to conrm.

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Load Default

Language Setup

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Use this option to reset the DVR to factory
defaults. Please note that this will erase all your
custom settings, but your recorded footage will
be preserved.

To reset your DVR to factory defaults and
erase your custom settings:

Select “LOAD DEFAULT” and press ►/4 twice to
conrm. After the reset is complete, power o the
DVR and power on again, by switching the power
bar on and o.

Press ►/4 to toggle between English and
Chinese.

Version

Displays the current rmware version.

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Camera Setup

Camera Enable

This option allows you to enable/disable camera channels. Use the ▲/1▼/3 buttons to select the camera channel
you want to enable/disable. Then press the ►/4 button to enable or disable that camera channel.

Camera Title

This option allows you to enable/disable the camera title display. If you use custom camera titles, you must enable
camera title display for them to appear. Use the ▲/1 &▼/3 buttons to select the camera title you want to enable/
disable. Then press the ►/4 button to enable or disable that camera title.

Camera Setting

This submenu allows you to adjust options
for each camera:

1. Camera Select - Use the ►/4 to select the
camera channel to which you would like to
make changes (CH 1-4).

2. Record Enable - Press ►/4 to switch
recording on/o for the selected camera
channel.

3. Motion Detection - Press ►/4 to switch
motion detection on/o for the selected
camera channel.

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4. Motion Sensitivity - Press ►/4 to set up the motion sensitivity level (1-5, 1 being the most sensitive).

5. Hue – Press ►/4 to adjust the color of the camera.

6. Contrast – Press ►/4 to adjust the camera contrast.

7. Brightness - Press ►/4 to adjust the camera brightness.

CH1-CH4 Title

To rename the camera titles, select the letter you
want to change using the ▲/1▼/3 buttons
and press ►/4 to change the letter. The “V” cursor
indicates which letter you are changing.

Record Setup

This menu will allow you to adjust recording
settings and set a 24 hr recording schedule
based on your preferences.

Record Type

Press ►/4 to select between QUAD and EACH mode. QUAD mode will record all four cameras, but will not let you
view each camera individually during playback. EACH mode will record all four cameras and allow you to view each
camera individually during playback. It is recommend that you use EACH mode.

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Video Quality

Press ►/4 to select between Low, Normal and High quality settings. Lower quality settings will record a lower quality
picture but will allow you to record more footage. Higher quality settings will record a higher quality picture but will
use more storage space on the DVR’s hard drive.

Timer Rec Frame Rate

Press ►/4 to change the timer record frame rate. This is the frame rate used when the DVR is scheduled to record by
time (T). A lower frame rate will make the video footage more choppy, but will allow you to record more footage. A
higher frame rate will make the video footage more uid, but will use more storage space on the DVR’s hard drive.

Motion Rec Frame Rate

Press ►/4 to change the motion record frame rate. This is the frame rate used when the DVR is scheduled to record
by motion alert (A). A lower frame rate will make the video footage more choppy, but will allow you to record more
footage. A higher frame rate will make the video footage more uid, but will use more storage space on the DVR’s
hard drive.

Motion Rec Time

Press ►/4 to adjust the amount of seconds that the DVR will record after it detects motion (only when set to Motion
Detect [A] or Time Motion [M] mode).

Record Mode

This menu allows you to set up the preferred type
of scheduled recording (time,motion, time/motion
o) throughout a 24 hour day (the time displayed
is in military time (0 -24). For example, you may
want to record continuously from 9:00 AM to 5:00
PM, but on ly reco rd whe n motion is detected the rest
of the time.

IMPORTANT: After you make changes and return to monitoring mode, you must press

When you press to stop recording, the DVR will not adhere to your Record Mode settings until you press

to begin recording again. Use the ▲/1▼/3 buttons to select the hour of the day, and press ►/4 to

change the type of recording for the specied hour of the day.

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Time Recording [T]

The DVR will record continuously during the set time.

Motion Recording [A]

The DVR will record only when motion is detected during the set time.

Time Motion (Mixed) [M]

The DVR will record continuously during the set time, but when motion is detected it will record using the frame rate
you set in “Motion Rec Frame Rate.” This is useful if you want to save DVR storage space by setting the Timer Rec Frame
Rate to a lower
number and the Motion Rec Frame Rate to a higher number. When no motion is detected, the DVR will record using
less storage space (high quality footage is not needed since there is nothing happening). When motion is detected,
the DVR will use more space but the footage will be more uid. Setting the record mode to Time Motion will allow you
more hours of recording time.

Disable Recording [–]

The DVR will not record during the set time.

IMPORTANT: After settings are changed and you exit the menu, press to conrm your recording schedule.

Buzzer Setup

Use this menu to change the way the DVR alerts
you (audio alerts).

Motion Alert

Press ►/4 to turn motion alert ON/OFF. The motion alert will sound whenever motion is detected on one of your
cameras. Motion alerts will only sound when the DVR is recording

Video Loss Alert

Press ►/4 to turn video loss alert ON/OFF. The video loss alert will sound whenever one of your cameras loses power
or gets disconnected.

HDD Full Alert

Press ►/4 to turn HDD full alert ON/OFF. The HDD full alert will sound when the hard drive is full and you do not have
it set to overwrite.

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Buzzer Time

Press ►/4 to adjust the amount of time in seconds (0-30 sec) that alerts will sound. You can also set the alert to
continuous or o.

Event List

Time Search

Use this option to search the DVR for a specic recorded event by time.

1. Use the ▲/1▼/3 buttons to select the Year/Month/Day and Hour/Minute/Second, and press ►/4 to change
the values.

2. Press to start playing the video footage at the specied time (if it exists).

3. “BEGIN TIME” and “END TIME” indicate the time/date range that recorded footage exists.

Event Search

Use this option to browse all recorded clips by event. The three event types are Time (Time Recording [T]), Alarm (Motion
Recording [A]), and Mix (Time/Motion Recording [M]).

USB Device Setting

Before entering the USB Device Setting
menu, you must insert a USB ash drive
into the USB port on the back of the DVR.

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Use this option to back up your recorded footage
onto a USB ash drive for viewing on your PC.
You must use the included software CD to view
recorded footage on your PC (not Mac compatible).

In the USB Device Setting subscreen, the following options are available:

1. Copy

2. Format

3. Erase Video Data

IMPORTANT: Before copying your footage to the USB drive for the rst time, you must format the drive for use in the

DVR. This will temporarily prevent you from using it as a regular ash drive. To use it as a regular ash drive again,
you must select Erase Video Data, and then allow Windows to format the drive after you have connected it to your
computer.

Format

1. Press ►/4 to format the ash drive for use in the DVR. This will delete all les
currently on the ash drive.

2. Enter your password (if enabled) to conrm (Default 111111).

Copy

1. Press ►/4 to enter the Copy subscreen.

2. Press ►/4 to change the day you want to
back up.

3. Use the ▲/1▼/3 buttons to select the day,
month and year from which you want to
back up footage. Use the ►/4 button
to change the values. To conrm this

selection, press .

4. Select Begin Time, and press ►/4.

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5. Use the ▲/1▼/3 buttons to select the hour, minute and second from which you want to start backing up

footage. Use the ►/4 button to change the values. To conrm this selection, press .

6. Select End Time, and press ►/4.

7. Use the ▲/1▼/3 buttons to select the hour, minute and second from which you want to stop backing up

footage. Use the ►/4 button to change the values. To conrm this selection, press .

8. Select COPY, then press ►/4. Press ►/4 again to start the le transfer.

Erase Video Data

After you have copied video footage over to your computer, select this option if you want to use the drive as a regular
ash drive again. Press ►/4 to conrm. This will erase all video data and DVR formatting from the drive. When you
try to use it as a ash drive on your computer, Windows will require you to format the drive. After formatting, the drive
will function as a regular ash drive again.

Note: If you want to use the drive with the DVR once again, you must use the Format option on the DVR.

Hard Drive Setup

Disk Full

This option allows you to switch between Disk Full Stop, or Disk Full Overwrite. Disk Full Stop will stop the DVR from
recording once the hard drive has run out of space. Disk Full Overwrite will begin to overwrite your footage once the
hard drive has run out of space. This allows for continuous, uninterrupted recording.

1. Press ►/4 to toggle between the two modes.

Note: If the DVR is on Overwrite, the hard drive will be cleared once it has reached maximum capacity. This will
allow for continuous uninterrupted recording.

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HDD Size

This number indicates the size of the hard drive (in megabytes).

HDD Used

This number indicates how full the hard drive is (in megabytes).

HDD Format

To erase the hard drive, select this option and press ►/4. Enter your password to conrm. Warning:

This will erase all your recorded footage.

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To view recorded footage on your computer, you must use the included player software. This software allows you to
view the footage like you would on the DVR (quad screen view). Please note that the DVR Player Software is not Mac
compatible (Windows only).

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Software Installation

1. Place the CD-ROM that was included with the DVR system into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. If your computer
does not automatically open the CD folder, go to Start>My Computer and double-click on the CD-ROM icon.

2. Copy and paste the program called Video Player onto the C: of your computer (My Computer>C:)

3. Create a shortcut to this program. Right click on the program and select Send to > Desktop (Create Shortcut).

4. Insert the USB ash drive into a USB port on your computer.

5. A window may pop up showing your ash drive. The window will be empty, since Windows cannot read the DVR
video les.

6. Open the Video Player by double clicking the shortcut on your desktop. The software will automatically create a
folder called “Cong” in your C: drive, which will hold your settings. Please do not move, alter or delete this folder.

7. When the program opens, it will detect your ash drive and automatically begin playing your footage.

Operation

Many of the player controls are very similar to the DVR’s. Below is a chart explaining the icons and their functions:

Fast Review

Pause Playback

Fast Forward

CH1 Full Screen Display

CH3 Full Screen Display

Click this button to capture images as an image le (JPG)

Click this button to record video footage onto your computer. Before recording videos onto the PC,
rst click the “Pause” button.

Click this button to play back recorded materials (stored on PC). You must have captured footage

using and in order to use this function.

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Play

Quad split screen display

CH2 Full Screen Display

CH4 Full Screen Display

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Capturing Images/Video to your Computer

1. Press the button to capture a picture/screenshot of the DVR footage. Screenshots will be stored in JPEG
format, in C:\Capture_MYS. These JPEG picture les can now be stored or emailed.

2. Press the button to record video footage to your computer. Before
clicking the button, ensure that the video is paused. A window will appear,
showing that the video is capturing. Press “Stop Capture” when you are

done capturing. The video will be stored in C:\Capture_MYS, but will only
be readable by the DVR Video Player software.

3. To view your captured video, press to switch to capture

playback mode.

4. A dialog box will open, allowing you to select the le to play
back. After you select the le, click Open to begin playback.

Settings

Click the Setting dropdown menu to change the le path of the captured footage (where the footage will be stored).
The default le path is C:\Capture_MYS.

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DVR PLAYER TROUBLESHOOTING

No display on television 1. Make sure all RCA and power cables are plugged in securely and in their

proper places.

2. Make sure your television is on the correct channel (input mode).

DVR not recording

1. Make sure recording is enabled in each camera’s setting. Go to

>Camera Setup>Camera Setting and enable recording for each camera if it

has been disabled.

2. Make sure recording is enabled and set to the correct recording setting in

scheduled recording. Go to >Record Setup>Record Mode. If a line
(-) is over any hour of the day, that means recording is disabled for that time
period. Press ►/4 to enable recording for that hour. Also make sure you
press REC when you return to Monitoring Mode, or your scheduled recording
will not take eect.

3. Your disk may be full. By default the DVR should start writing over your
recorded les, but this option may be disabled. Go to Menu>Hard Drive
Setup>Disk Full. Set it to OVERWRITE.

4. Make sure your DVR is in Monitoring Mode, and not at a menu screen or in
Playback Mode.

No playback 1. There is a delay while the DVR searches for your recorded les. Wait a few

moments and your les should appear.

2. Make sure you are not in Recording Mode. Pressing PLAY during recording
will have no eect. Press STOP rst.

3. If you have just formatted the hard drive or your drive is otherwise empty,
there will be no les to play back.

During playback, I can’t switch to
dierent camera views.

To switch between cameras during playback, you must have recorded in

EACH mode. Change this setting using >Record Setup>Record

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4 Channel DVR

Functionality Simplex
Video Compression MJPEG
Live Resolution 720 x 480
Recording Frame Rate Max. 120FPS (30 FPS per camera channel)
Recording Time Max 154 Days (lowest quality settings @ 1FPS)
Recording Resolution 640 x 224
Recording Method Each/Quad
Recording Qualities Low/Medium/High
Recording Modes Manual/Schedule/ Motion Detection
Recording Media ATA 3.5" HDD
Auto Resume Recording Yes
HDD Type Internal (removable)
Storage Capacity Max. 750GB, 160GB Included
Video Format NTSC/PAL
Video Loss Alarm Yes
Video Inputs 4CH Composite BNC
Video Display Output 1CH Composite BNC
Live Frame Rate 120FPS
Live Display Single/Quad
Back-up/File Transfer USB (1.1) Flash Drive (not included)
Play Search Mode By Date, Time, Event
Play Speed 1X, 2X, 3X
Play Mode Single/Quad
OSD & System Menu Display Yes
OSD Language Display English/Chinese
Time and Date Stamp Display Yes
Password Protection Menu, Stop Recording
Adjustable Screen Settings Color, Brightness, Contrast
Operating System Proprietary
Processor Proprietary
Disk Full Warning Yes
Automatic Overwrite Option Yes
Playback Navigation Review, Play, Fast Forward, Pause, Stop
LED Indicators Yes
Housing Material Aluminum
Housing Color Black
Power Input DC12V/2A
Power Adapter Input AC 100~240V 50/60 Hz (adapter)
Power Consumption 24W
Operating Temperature 41°F ~ 104°F
Operating Humidity <80%
Dimensions 9.375” x 7.75” x 1.75”
Weight 3.15lbs

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CCD Color Camera

Camera Type Bullet
Image Sensor 1/4" Color Sharp CCD
Resolution 420 TV Lines
Outdoor Use Yes
IP Rating IP65
Focal Length 3.6mm
Focus Type Fixed
Night Vision Yes
No. of IR LEDs and Range 12, up to 15ft
IR LED Control Automatic (CDS Sensor)
Video Output 4 PIN DIN (60ft 4 PIN DIN to RCA male Video/Power Wire Included)

Min. Illumination 0 lux
IR Wavelength 850nm
TV System NTSC
Microphone No
Motion Detection No
Viewing Angle 60 Degrees
Electronic Shutter 1/60 ~ 1/100000 sec
BLC No
AGC Automatic
ELC Automatic
Line Lock No
Iris Control No
White Balance Automatic
Sun Shield Yes
IR Cut Filter No
Housing Material Anodized Aluminum
Housing Color Black
Signal/Noi se Ratio >48dB
Camera Bracket Yes
Operating Temperature -14°F ~ 122°F
Operating Humidity 98%
Camera Power Input DC 12V 300mA
Power Adapter Input 120V 60Hz
LED Power Indicator No
Dimensions 5.5” x 5” x 2.44” (with stand)
Weight 0.85lbs (with stand)

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SVAT SUPPORTS CRIME STOPPERS

Crime Stoppers programs are operated as non-prot charities and are managed by a volunteer board
of directors who raise funds and pay rewards to individuals who anonymously call with information that
helps solve crime.
Rewards are paid for tips that lead to the arrest and indictment of people charged with felony offenses,
and to date Crime Stoppers statistics show a conviction rate of approximately 95%.

To receive more information about Crime Stoppers or to make a charitable donation please ll in the
elds on the back of this page, cut on the dotted line and mail in.

HERE

PLACE

POSTAGE

CRIME STOPPERS INTERNATIONAL

P.O. Box 614

Arlington, Texas

U.S.A. 76004-0614

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To receive more information about Crime Stoppers or to make a charitable donation
please ll in the elds below, cut on the dotted line an mail in.

CRIME STOPPERS INTERNATIONAL

Crime Stoppers International is an organization of community based civilian Crime Stoppers

programs, which assist police in solving crime. You can nd more information about Crime Stoppers

at www.c-s-i.org.

Local Crime Stoppers programs are partnerships between the public, media and local policing

organizations. Each program is run by a citizen board, whose purpose is to advertise a local telephone

number, which anonymous persons can call with information regarding a crime. Callers (tipsters)

may be eligible for a cash reward for their information.

If your community does not have a Crime Stoppers program and would like information about starting

one, return this card with the following information.

NAME: _____________________________________PHONE: ____________________________

ADDRESS: _________________________________CITY: _______________________________

PROV/STATE: _____________ COUNTRY: _____________ POSTAL/ZIP CODE: ____________

E-MAIL ADDRESS: _______________________________________________________________

Charitable donations can be made to “CSI” by returning this card in an envelope with your check or

money order to the address on the other side.

Amount $

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Company Name:

Address:

Postal Code:

Phone Number:

Email:

Model Number of Product:

Serial Number of Product:

Purchase Date:

Place of Purchase:

NOTE: We recommend that you keep a record of your purchase receipt with your manual for any future returns or support issues.

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