Videoswitch Vi-R4005, Vi-R4105, Vi-R4205 User Manual

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Vi-R4000 Series Net Recorder

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Contents

1 Getting Started.......................................1

1.1 Monitors .................................................................................................................................2

1.1.1 VGA Monitor ......................................................................................................................2

1.1.2 HDMI / DVI Monitor............................................................................................................2

1.1.3 BNC Monitors.....................................................................................................................2

1.2 Control....................................................................................................................................3

1.2.1 Keyboard Control ............................................................................................................... 3

1.2.2 Mouse Control....................................................................................................................5

1.2.3 Mouse Emulator Control ....................................................................................................5

1.2.4 External Keyboards............................................................................................................5

1.3 Cascading .............................................................................................................................. 6

2 Installation..............................................7

2.1 Preventive and Cautionary Tips.............................................................................................8

2.2 Rear Panel Connections ........................................................................................................ 9

2.2.1 Essential Connections .......................................................................................................9

2.2.2 Optional Connections.........................................................................................................9

2.2.3 Connecting for Cascade Operation..................................................................................10

2.3 Replacing a Hard Drive........................................................................................................11

3 Commissioning....................................12

3.1 Password Access................................................................................................................. 13

3.1.1 Keyboard Mode................................................................................................................13

3.1.2 Mouse ..............................................................................................................................13

3.1.3 Mouse Emulator Mode.....................................................................................................13

3.1.4 Default Passwords ...........................................................................................................13

3.2 Default Configuration ...........................................................................................................15

3.2.1 System Configuration.......................................................................................................15

3.2.2 Interface Configuration.....................................................................................................15

3.2.2.1 Unlock Interface Settings............................................................................................ 15

3.2.2.2 Lock Interface Settings ............................................................................................... 15

3.2.2.3 Display Interface Firmware Revision .......................................................................... 15

3.2.2.4 Default all Interface Settings....................................................................................... 15

3.2.2.5 Summary of commands.............................................................................................. 16

3.3 Record Settings ...................................................................................................................18

3.3.1 Schedule ..........................................................................................................................18

3.3.2 Resolution ........................................................................................................................18

3.3.3 Quality..............................................................................................................................19

3.3.4 Frame Rate ......................................................................................................................19

3.3.5 Max Bitrate.......................................................................................................................19

3.3.6 Copy settings to all other Cameras.................................................................................. 19

3.3.7 Retention Period ..............................................................................................................21

3.3.8 Retention Period Tables ..................................................................................................21

3.3.8.1 16 Camera Systems ................................................................................................... 22

3.3.8.1.1 Retention Period for 1Tbyte, 16 cameras 22

3.3.8.1.2 Retention Period for 2Tbyte, 16 cameras 22

3.3.8.1.3 Retention Period for 4Tbyte, 16 cameras 23

3.3.8.1.4 Retention Period for 8Tbyte, 16 cameras 23

3.3.8.2 12 Camera Systems ................................................................................................... 24

3.3.8.2.1 Retention Period for 1Tbyte, 12 cameras 24

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3.3.8.2.2 Retention Period for 2Tbyte, 12 cameras 24

3.3.8.2.3 Retention Period for 4Tbyte, 12 cameras 25

3.3.8.2.4 Retention Period for 8Tbyte, 12 cameras 25

3.3.8.3 8 Camera Systems .....................................................................................................26

3.3.8.3.1 Retention Period for 1Tbyte, 8 cameras 26

3.3.8.3.2 Retention Period for 2Tbyte, 8 cameras 26

3.3.8.3.3 Retention Period for 4Tbyte, 8 cameras 27

3.3.8.3.4 Retention Period for 8Tbyte, 8 cameras 27

3.3.8.4 4 Camera Systems .....................................................................................................28

3.3.8.4.1 Retention Period for 1Tbyte, 4 cameras 28

3.3.8.4.2 Retention Period for 2Tbyte, 4 cameras 28

3.3.8.4.3 Retention Period for 4Tbyte, 4 cameras 29

3.3.8.4.4 Retention Period for 8Tbyte, 4 cameras 29

3.3.9 Retention Period Calculator .............................................................................................30

3.4 Casacading .......................................................................................................................... 31

3.4.1 Vi-R4000 Recorders (address range 2) ........................................................................... 31

3.4.2 Vi-R4000 Recorders (address range 1) ........................................................................... 32

3.4.3 Vi405 and Vi-R4000 Recorders (address range 1)..........................................................33

3.4.3.1 Manually Set DVR Address ........................................................................................34

3.4.3.2 Manually Set Address Range ..................................................................................... 34

3.4.4 Sharing a VGA Monitor ....................................................................................................34

3.5 Termination .......................................................................................................................... 35

3.5.1 Turn Camera Termination ON .........................................................................................35

3.5.2 Turn Camera Termination OFF........................................................................................ 35

3.6 Covert Cameras ...................................................................................................................36

3.6.1 Main Monitor (Monitor 1)..................................................................................................36

3.6.1.1 Set Covert................................................................................................................... 36

3.6.1.2 Clear Covert................................................................................................................36

3.6.2 Monitor 2 .......................................................................................................................... 36

3.6.2.1 Set Covert................................................................................................................... 36

3.6.2.2 Clear Covert................................................................................................................36

3.6.3 Monitor 3 .......................................................................................................................... 37

3.6.3.1 Set Covert Camera .....................................................................................................37

3.6.3.2 Clear Covert Camera..................................................................................................37

3.6.4 Monitor 4 .......................................................................................................................... 37

3.6.4.1 Set Covert Camera .....................................................................................................37

3.6.4.2 Clear Covert Camera..................................................................................................37

3.6.5 Video export and Remote View .......................................................................................37

3.7 PTZ Control.......................................................................................................................... 38

3.7.1 Up-the-coax .....................................................................................................................38

3.7.1.1 Disable PTZ Control ...................................................................................................38

3.7.1.2 Enable Coax Control...................................................................................................38

3.7.1.3 Set Coax Transmission Timeout.................................................................................38

3.7.2 Connecting up Domes for RS485 Control........................................................................ 39

3.7.3 Connection for dome control via ethernet ........................................................................ 39

3.7.4 RS485 Local Control using DVR Protocols......................................................................40

3.7.4.1 Enable RS485 Control on outputs 1 & 2..................................................................... 40

3.7.4.2 Enable RS485 Control on outputs 3 & 4..................................................................... 40

3.7.4.3 Set RS485 Protocol for Outputs 1 & 2 ........................................................................40

3.7.4.4 Set RS485 Protocol for Outputs 3 & 4 ........................................................................40

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3.7.5 RS485 Protocols .............................................................................................................. 41

3.7.6 RS485 Local Control using Keyboard Protocols.............................................................. 41

3.7.7 RS485 Dome Control via Ethernet...................................................................................42

4 User.......................................................43

4.1 Live Viewing.........................................................................................................................44

4.1.1 Full screen .......................................................................................................................44

4.1.2 Multi-Screen.....................................................................................................................44

4.1.3 Auto-Sequencing .............................................................................................................44

4.1.4 Main or Aux Monitor Selection ......................................................................................... 44

4.1.5 Screen Warning Symbols ................................................................................................44

4.1.5.1 Yellow Triangle ........................................................................................................... 44

4.1.5.2 Red Cross................................................................................................................... 45

4.1.6 Quick setting Toolbar .......................................................................................................45

4.2 Spot Monitors.......................................................................................................................46

4.2.1 Using Vi-K1(A) remote keyboard .....................................................................................46

4.2.2 Using Vi-K1 to control other monitors ..............................................................................46

4.2.3 Using Vi-K2(A) remote keyboard .....................................................................................46

4.2.4 Auto-Sequencing .............................................................................................................46

4.3 Play and Video Export .........................................................................................................47

4.4 Remote Viewing...................................................................................................................48

4.4.1 Browser............................................................................................................................48

4.4.2 Vi-Viewer4000 Camera Management System.................................................................48

5 Reference .............................................49

5.1 Menu .................................................................................................................................... 50

5.1.1 Playback ..........................................................................................................................50

5.1.2 Recording Configuration ..................................................................................................50

5.1.2.1 Quick Schedule...........................................................................................................50

5.1.2.2 Advanced Schedule Configuration .............................................................................50

5.1.2.3 Record Quality Settings ..............................................................................................50

5.1.2.4 Motion Detection Settings........................................................................................... 50

5.1.2.5 Trigger Settings ..........................................................................................................50

5.1.3 Cameras Setup ................................................................................................................ 50

5.1.3.1 Privacy Zones .............................................................................................................50

5.1.3.2 Video Tampering Detection ........................................................................................ 50

5.1.3.3 Video Loss Detection.................................................................................................. 50

5.1.3.4 OSD Configuration......................................................................................................50

5.1.4 Status...............................................................................................................................50

5.1.4.1 Drive Information ........................................................................................................50

5.1.4.2 Chan Status ................................................................................................................50

5.1.4.3 Record Status .............................................................................................................50

5.1.4.4 Alarm Status ...............................................................................................................50

5.1.4.5 Network Status ...........................................................................................................50

5.1.4.6 HD Status ...................................................................................................................50

5.1.5 System Configuration.......................................................................................................50

5.1.5.1 Time/Date ...................................................................................................................50

5.1.5.2 Network.......................................................................................................................50

5.1.5.3 PTZ .............................................................................................................................51

5.1.5.4 Serial Settings.............................................................................................................51

5.1.5.5 On Camera Settings ...................................................................................................51

5.1.5.6 Exception ....................................................................................................................51

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5.1.5.7 Display ........................................................................................................................51

5.1.5.8 Disk Management....................................................................................................... 51

5.1.5.9 Email........................................................................................................................... 51

5.1.6 File Management .............................................................................................................51

5.1.7 Maintenance ....................................................................................................................51

5.1.7.1 Firmware Upgrade ......................................................................................................51

5.1.7.2 Factory Default ...........................................................................................................51

5.1.7.3 Shutdown.................................................................................................................... 51

5.1.7.4 Configuration Export/Import........................................................................................ 51

5.1.7.5 System Logs ...............................................................................................................51

5.2 Connector Pin-outs ..............................................................................................................52

5.2.1 Domes..............................................................................................................................52

5.2.2 Control .............................................................................................................................52

5.2.3 Keyboards........................................................................................................................53

5.2.4 Cascade...........................................................................................................................53

5.2.5 53

5.2.6 VGA .................................................................................................................................54

5.2.7 Audio................................................................................................................................55

5.3 Specifications.......................................................................................................................56

5.3.1 Video................................................................................................................................56

5.3.2 Audio................................................................................................................................56

5.3.3 Recording.........................................................................................................................56

5.3.4 Playback ..........................................................................................................................56

5.3.5 Storage ............................................................................................................................56

5.3.6 Network............................................................................................................................57

5.3.7 Interface ........................................................................................................................... 57

5.3.8 Power...............................................................................................................................57

5.3.9 Environmental .................................................................................................................. 57

5.3.10 Dimensions & Weight.......................................................................................................57

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1 Getting Started

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1.1 Monitors

The DVR can provide the follow output screens:

• Main This is used for full-screen or multi-screen live, play and configuration

• Aux This is used for full-screen or multi-screen live and play

• Spot Spot monitors are used for live full-screen viewing

These output screens are displayed on the monitors with a priority depending on what types of monitor are connected:

HDMI VGA BNC x4 Main Aux Spot

- Connected Optional

VGA BNC BNC x3

Connected - Optional

HDMI BNC BNC x3

Connected Connected Optional

HDMI BNC BNC x4

- - Yes

BNC n/a BNC x3

Note that the HDMI and VGA monitors VGA Monitor must be connected prior to power-up so that they are detected and given the correct usage.

1.1.1 VGA Monitor

A VGA monitor is recommended for most application for ease of interface and to benefit from high resolution images. Supported resolutions are: 1920×1080, 1600×1200, 1280×1024, 1280×720 and 1024×768. The Vi-R4000 series allows units to be cascaded and to share a common VGA monitor (and mouse). Refer to section

1.1.2 HDMI / DVI Monitor

A HDMI or DVI Monitor may also be connected and is especially useful when used in conjunction with a VGA monitor to provide dual independent high-resolution displays. Supported resolutions are: 1920×1080, 1600×1200, 1280×1024, 1280×720 and 1024×768.Note that a HDMI to DVI cable is required to use a monitor with a DVI port.

1.1.3 BNC Monitors

Four BNC monitor outputs are provided which may be used for Main, Aux and Spot displays.

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1.2 Control

The R-series Recorders offer various methods of control. A single method or a mixture of methods can be employed according to personal preference:

• Control by keys in keyboard mode - arrow keys step from field to field in the menus.

• Control by external mouse – a mouse moves pointer smoothly around the screen.

• Control by mouse emulator – the Up/Down/Left/Right, OK and TAG keys perform the

functions of a mouse, moving the pointer smoothly around the screen. Turn mouse emulator

ON or OFF by pressing ESC and TAG together.

1.2.1 Keyboard Control

Key Live or Play Modes Menu/Password Modes

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 0

0 - 9 Select full screen cameras.

When entering multiple digits,

enter them within ½ second of

each other.

Press EDIT key until “123” appear in

edit box. Hold ESC down while using

0-9 for data entry

Up, Down, Left, Right

Select cameras 1-4 or 5-8 in

quad mode, or 1-9 or 10-16 in

Multi-screen x9 mode

Move from field to field or move mouse

pointer around screen in mouse

emulator mode. Hold ESC to move

faster.

Start/stop auto sequence Select menu option

Press and hold ESC then press OK

key for double click in mouse emulator

mode.

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FN/PTZ

Press to enter PTZ dome mode

EDIT

Enter edit mode when a numeric entry

is required in for password or menu.

Also used to delete character when in

edit mode.

Select numeric, alphabetic or symbols

FWD/REV/LIST/LAMP

Control LAMP in PTZ mode. Set

Play in Forward or Reverse

TAB

Step through tabbed pages

SCREEN

Step through multi-screens.

FIND/PLAY MODE

Enter play mode

BURN

Enter Export Mode

Controls wiper in PTZ mode.

Enter MENU mode.

HELP

View firmware revision, go to system maintenance menu.

LIVE

Return to LIVE mode from any other mode. Shift key for programming

functions.

MON/ESC/ALT

Shift key for alternate functions. Escape one level in menu.

TAG

Right mouse click in mouse emulator mode.

To turn mouse emulator on or off: press and hold ESC key and also press

the TAG key When mouse emulator is ON the arrow pointer appears on

screen. Note that pointer will also be present if a mouse in connected.

SLOWER

Makes replay speed slower

DAY-

Steps back to prior day. Hold

ESC while pressing to step back

by 10 minutes (programmable)

PAUSE/SELECT

Switch between play and pause Select menu items or acknowledge

pop-up boxes

DAY+

Steps forward next day. Hold

ESC while pressing to step back

by 10 minutes (programmable)

FASTER

Makes replay speed faster

Note: some key functions require you to log on. If so, log on and press the key again.

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1.2.2 Mouse Control

The DVR can be fully controlled by a mouse and this is recommended especially for ease of system configuration.

• Move mouse to move pointer around screen

• Right click to bring up menu

• Left click to select items pointed to by the on-screen mouse pointer

Note: The mouse would normally plug into the USB MOUSE port on the rear of the DVR. If you enable

the mouse emulator (i.e. use keys top simulate mouse), the mouse will be disabled.

1.2.3 Mouse Emulator Control

The mouse emulator provides all the control of a mouse but using the front panel keys. The mouse emulator function may also be used via a remote keyboard,

• Press Left, Right, Up Down keys to move pointer around screen

• Press TAG key to bring up menu when in live mode.

• Press OK key to select items pointed to by the on-screen mouse pointer.

To enable/disable the mouse emulator, press ESC key and at same time, press the TAG key.

1.2.4 External Keyboards

The external keyboard ports support Vi-K1 and Vi-K2 series keyboards and allow remote control of the DVR. The DVR sends video over CAT5 to the BNC output connectors on each keyboard for connection to a monitor. When DVRs are cascaded, the keyboard monitor outputs can display images from any of the DVRs.

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1.3 Cascading

Cascading is a feature that allows multiple recorders to be linked together.

• Cameras can be called up simply by entering 1-256 on one or more connected keyboards (e.g. Vi-K1 or Vi-K2).

• All functions including live view, playback and menus from any unit can be accessed via a single keyboard

• A single VGA or BNC main monitor can be used

• A single BNC spot monitor can be used on each of the three spot outputs

• A single mouse can be used to control all units.

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2 Installation

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2.1 Preventive and Cautionary Tips

Before connecting and operating your device, please be advised of the following tips:

• Ensure unit is installed in a well-ventilated, dust-free environment.

• Unit is designed for indoor use only.

• Keep all liquids away from the device.

• Ensure environmental conditions meet factory specifications.

• Ensure unit is properly secured to a rack or shelf. Major shocks or jolts to the unit as a result

of dropping it may cause damage to the sensitive electronics within the unit.

• Use the device in conjunction with an UPS if possible.

• Power down the unit before connecting and disconnecting accessories and peripherals.

• A factory recommended HDD should be used for this device.

• Improper use or replacement of the battery may result in hazard of explosion. Replace with

the same or equivalent type only. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions provided by the battery manufacturer.

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2.2 Rear Panel Connections

2.2.1 Essential Connections

• Connect Cameras to camera inputs 1-8

• Connect VGA monitor to VGA port and/or connect a BNC monitor to MONITOR (CVBS) port.

The two monitors can display different full screen and multi-screens. Note that the VGA monitor must be connected prior to switching on the DVR as it is auto-detected on boot-up unless specified as main monitor in the menu.

• Connect mains supply to IEC mains input connector on using IEC cable (included).

2.2.2 Optional Connections

• Connect an HDMI monitor or a DVI monitor (via adaptor cable) to the HDMI port. This will be the main monitor. Note that the HDMI/DVI monitor must be connected prior to switching on the DVR as it is auto-detected on boot-up.

• Connect mouse to the rear MOUSE port. Note that while the mouse emulator is enabled, the mouse is disabled

• Connect Ethernet network to ETHERNET port using CAT5 cable (included)

• Connect Videoswitch remote keyboards to KBD1, KBD2, KBD3, KBD4 ports (Vi-K1 or Vi-K2

range). A BNC video monitor may be connected to the BNC connector on the keyboards.

• Connect dome(s) to outputs 1, 2, 3 and 4 of RS485 Dome port

• Connect alarm device and alarm sensor contacts to ALARMS port

• Connect a USB memory stick to the USB port on the front of the unit (beside the DVD drive)

for exporting video, importing/exporting configuration and for importing firmware updates.

• Connect line level audio input and output equipment. 16 channels of audio are supported. An audio breakout module is available that provides RCA phono connectors for all channels.

• Cascading – see next section

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2.2.3 Connecting for Cascade Operation

C POWER INPUT

100-240VAC 50-60HZ 1A

ETHERNET

KBD 2

KBD 1

KBD 3

KBD 4

CASC 2

CASC 1

CASC 3

CASC 4

KEYBOARDS

KBD CASCADE

GA CASCADE IN

VGA IN

DOMES

CONTROL

USB CASCADE

USB MOUSE

ALARMS

T+

T-

R+

R-

RELAYS

eSATA

INPUTS

CAM 2

MONITORS

VGA

MONITOR

BNC

MONITOR

BNC

MONITOR

BNC

MONITOR

BNC

MONITOR

Vi-K1 or Vi-K2

KEYBOARD

Vi-K

KEYBOARD

Vi-K

KEYBOARD

Vi-K

KEYBOARD

MOUSE

USB

CABLES

CAT5

CABLES

VGA

CABLES

BNC

CABLES

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2.3 Replacing a Hard Drive

If a hard drive needs replacing, the DVR will product an audible warning.

The status of all drives fitted can be checked in this menu:

Menu>HDD>General Status for each drive should be: Normal

If you need to replace a drive:

• Turn off power to the DVR

• Open the door of drive bay using the key provided

• Pull out the drive plate with the drive to be replaced (Drive 1: bottom, Drive 2: top)

• Replace the drive on the metal plate using a small screwdriver

• Push in the drive plate with the new drive back into the bay

• Close the door and lock it

• Power up the DVR and wait until boot has completed. The audible alarm will be sounding.

• Go into this menu: Menu>HDD>General

• Tick the box relating to new drive

• Click on Init to format the drive

• Wait until complete.

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3 Commissioning

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3.1 Password Access

If password protection is enabled, a password will need to be selected to gain access to protected functions such as the menu. When the password box appears, enter the password using one of these methods:

3.1.1 Keyboard Mode

• If you want to select a different User Name press arrow keys to highlight User Name field, press OK, press down arrow, press OK again.

• Press arrow keys to select Password field

• Press EDIT key to enter edit mode

• Enter the password using 0-9 keys

• Press OK

• Press arrow keys to select OK on screen

• Press OK

3.1.2 Mouse

• Click on user name if you wish to change it and select another use

• Click on password field, enter password numbers and click on ENTER.

• Click on OK

3.1.3 Mouse Emulator Mode

This is the same as using a mouse, except the up, down, left, right keys are used to move the mouse

pointer and the OK keys act s as a left mouse click.

• Click on user name if you wish to change it and select another use

• Click on password field, enter password numbers and press OK while on ENTER.

• Click on OK

3.1.4 Default Passwords

The Vi-R4000 series DVR is shipped with default users and passwords pre-configured as shown in

this table. Access rights may be changed and other users may be added when logged in as admin. All

default settings may be restored by importing the default configuration from a USB memory stick. If

you change the admin password take care that it is not forgotten.

Username Default Password Access Rights

admin 12345 Access to everything for system configuration

user1 111111 Full local and remote access and configuration

user2 222222 Local and remote viewing, playback and export.

user3 333333 Local viewing, playback and export

user4 444444 Local manual operation of cameras

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