• Numerous search modes: Calendar, Search & Copy, Time, Event, Block, File,
Bookmark & Log
• Notification e-mail to up to 10 accounts on Motion, Alarm, V-Loss, HDD Fail
• Pentaplex Plus: Record, Playback, Network Transmission, Mirror, Backup and Live
Viewing
• Backup to External HDD, CD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, USB Memory Stick
• Control up to 16 DVRs via Keyboard or IR Remote control
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
Prior to installation of a SAGA ST-H Series DVR, please verify that the packaging
contains the following contents:
1. One DVR
2. One AC Adaptor
3. One Power Cable
4. One Remote Controller
5. DVR Viewer Program CD
6. This Instruction Manual.
7. Two AAA batteries.
8. Rack Mount Ears and screws.
If any of the contents are missing, please contact the Distributor immediately.
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RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK WARNING
SAGA “ST-H” Series
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries
with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not
be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring
this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be
caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials
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will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about
recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
DISCLAIMER
While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this
guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or
omissions.
Vitek reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software
described herein at any time without prior notice.
No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a
retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without
prior written permission of Vitek.
Vitek makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or lost data due to
a mistaken operation or malfunction of the Digital Video Recorders, the software,
personal computers, peripheral devices, or unapproved/unsupported devices.
Trademark Acknowledgements
VT-ST1640H/ST840H/ST440H Digital Video Recorders are trademarks of Vitek. Other names and products not mentioned here may be registered trademarks or
trademarks of their respective companies.
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FCC NOTICE
Digital Video Recorders, VT-ST1640H, VT-ST840H, VT-ST440H
These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions;
1. These devices may not cause harmful interference, and
2. These devices must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. These equipments generate, use and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipments unless otherwise
specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you
could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
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Read this First
Test Sessions
Before you try to record important subjects, we highly recommend that you make
several test sessions to ensure that the Digital Video Recorder is operating and
being operated correctly. Please note that Vitek, its subsidiaries and affiliates, and
its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any
malfunction of the Digital Video Recorder or its accessories.
The Privacy act
Please note that the Digital Video Recorders are intended for surveillance use and
should never be used in a manner that invades other people’s privacy or contravenes
international or domestic privacy act and its regulations. Please be advised that in
certain cases the monitoring of individuals, private properties, or commercial
properties may contravene legal rights of such individuals even if the images were
recorded for personal use.
Warranty Limitations
This equipment’s warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If a problem
arises while the Digital Video Recorder is in use abroad, please convey it back to
the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to Vitek.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Before using the Digital Video Recorder, please ensure that you read and
understand the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the Digital
Video Recorder is operated correctly.
The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in
the safe and correct operation of the Digital Video Recorder and its accessories to
prevent injuries or damage to the self, other persons and equipment.
In this Instruction Manual, the term “Digital Video Recorder”, “equipment” and
“device” refers primarily to the Digital Video Recorder and its accessories such as
power supply and its remote controller.
WARNINGS
Do not cover the ventilation opening or slots on the outer casing. To prevent the
Digital Video Recorder from overheating, provide at least two inches of air space
around the vent and the slots.
Do not drop metallic parts through slots. This could permanently damage the
Digital Video Recorder. Immediately turn the Digital Video Recorder’s power off
or unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Contact a qualified service
personnel authorized by the equipment distributor or the Vitek.
Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not
expressly described in this guide. Disassembly or alteration may result in high
voltage electrical shock. Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be
conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by the equipment distributor or
the Vitek.
Stop operation of the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes.
Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the Digital
Video Recorder’s power off, remove the power cable from the power outlet.
Confirm that smoke and fume emissions have ceased. Please consult the Digital
Video Recorder reseller.
Stop operation of the equipment if a heavy object is dropped or the casing is
damaged. Do not strike or shake. Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical
shock. Immediately turn the Digital Video Recorder’s power off or unplug the
power cord from the power outlet. Please consult the Digital Video Recorder
reseller.
Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or become immersed in,
water or other liquids. Do not allow liquids to enter the interior. The Digital
Video Recorder has not been waterproofed. If the exterior comes into contact with
liquids or salt air, wipe it dry with a soft, absorbent cloth. In the event that the
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water or other foreign substances enter the interior, immediately turn the Digital
Video Recorder’s Power off or unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical shock. Please consult
the Digital Video Recorder reseller.
Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other flammable
substances to clean or maintain the equipment. The use of these substances may
lead to fire. Use a dry cloth on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust
and dirt that collects on the device. In dusty, humid or greasy environments, the
dust that collects around the ventilation or the slots on the outer casing over long
periods of time may become saturated with humidity and short-circuit, leading to
fire.
Do not cut; damage, alter or place heavy items on the power cord. Any of these
actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical
shock.
Do not handle the device or power cord with wet hands. Handling it with wet hands
may lead to electrical shock. When unplugging the cord, ensure that you hold the
solid portion of the plug. Pulling on the flexible portion of the cord may damage
or expose the wire and insulation, creating the potential for fires or electrical shocks.
Use only the recommended power accessories. Use of power sources not
expressly recommended for this equipment may lead to overheating, damage of the
equipment, fire, electrical shock or other hazards.
The supplied power supply and power cord are designed for exclusive use with the
Digital Video Recorder. Do not use it with other products or battery. There is a
risk of fire and other hazards.
Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or
high temperatures, such as a greenhouse or trunk of a car. High temperatures may
also cause deformation of the casing. Ensure that there is good ventilation when
using the equipment.
Do not operate the Digital Video Recorder beyond its specified temperature,
humidity or power source ratings. Do not use the Digital Video Recorder in an
extreme environment such as in high temperature or high humidity. Use the
device at temperatures within 0~+40 (32°F~104°F) and humidity below 90%.
PREVENTING MALFUNCTION
Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields. Never place the Digital Video Recorder in close
proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong electromagnetic
fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt
image data.
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Avoid Condensation Related Problems. Moving the equipment rapidly between
hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its
external and internal surfaces. You can avoid this by placing the equipment in an
airtight, re-sealable plastic bag and letting it adjust to temperature changes slowly
before removing it from the bag.
If Condensation forms inside the Digital Video Recorder. Stop using the
equipment immediately if you detect condensation. Continued use may damage
the equipment. Remove the power cord from the power outlet and wait until the
moisture evaporates completely before resuming use.
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Table of Contents
PACKAGE CONTENTS……………………………………………….…………………………………………………………….. 1
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK WARNING……………………………………………………………………………………. 2
DISCLAIMER………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3
FCC NOTICE…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4
READ THIS FIRST…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
TEST SESSIONS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
THE PRIVACY ACT………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5
WARRANTY LIMITATIONS…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6
WARNINGS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6
PREVENTING MALFUNCTION…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7
TABLE OF CONTENTS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
I. FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS………………………………………………………………………………………………. 13
Pre-Alarm 5 Seconds
Watermark Support
Schedule 24 groups per day by an hour, Holidays are same as Sunday
Summer Time Support
HDD Internal Storage
Spot Monitor Output BNC 1 Port
Audio Input (Mono) 16CH/8CH/4CH Line Input (RCA)
Audio Output ( Mono) 1CH Line Output (RCA)
HDD Bay Connection USB 2.0 Connector
External Control ( RS-232C) Serial (9 pins Male DSUB)
Firmware Upgrade USB 2.0 Port, Network
Sensor Input 16/8/4CH ( Terminal Block)
Alarm Output
PTZ (RS-485) 2 pins Terminal Block , Half
Ethernet RJ-45 , 10/100 Mbps
USB 2.0 Front 1 Port, Rear 2 ports
Electrical
Power Source DC 12V, 10A
Power Consumption Approx. 60 Watt ( Including 1 HDD)
Environmental
Operating Temp
Storage
Temperature
Humidity
Physical
Construction Shape
Construction
Material
16CH/8CH /4CH (BNC)
Video( Not Supported) ,VGA
Output( Selectable C-video or
VGA (VESA) /3D VGA(Option)
4 pins mini DIN( S-Video)
(Include Ground Common 4 pins)
4 Relay output 2 pins Terminal
Block (NO, Common) x 4=8P
(Total)
Duplex
0 ~ + 40
-10 ~ + 60
30 ~ 90%RH (non-condensing)
Metal Case
Metal Case
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Body Color
Dimension
Weight
Black with Transparent White Gray Silicon Rubber Key
430 (W) x 68(H) x 390 (D) mm
Approx 4.5Kgs
II. OVERVIEW & CONTROLS
This section provides the information about the front panel and rear panel.
2.1 Front Panel
1. DVD-RW
A DVD-RW drive is installed in the front 5.25” expansions bay.
2. IR RECEIVER
Infrared signal receiver for the IR remote controller. Do not block the receiver
as a clear line of sight is required for proper operation.
3. STATUS LED
Displays the status of the DVR, (Standby), HDD read/write and network
transmission.
4. USB 2.0
The USB 2.0 port can be used to connect to numerous USB 2.0 backup devices
including XHD-10U external HDD add-on bays, external optical drives and USB
memory sticks.
5. AUDIO SELECT
This button selects the recorded audio channel.
AUDIO SEL button + Channel button
6. NUMERIC BUTTONS / CHANNEL SELECT
a) Selects a specific channel number to be displayed in full screen.
b) Enter the numeric password when prompted.
7. SPOT MONITOR / ESC
a) Activates the spot monitor control.
b) Returns to previous menu screen.
c) Exits from various function and menu screens.
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8. MENU / UP DIRECTIONAL BUTTON
a) Accesses the main menu screen.
b) Tilts up in PTZ mode.
c) Navigates up in the menu screen.
d) Moves the zoom box up in zoom mode.
9. FUNCTION
a) Used in conjunction with the “USER” option for Relay 4 of the alarm output.
b) Controls PTZ movement speed in PTZ mode.
10. LIVE / PLAYBACK
This button exits the playback mode and returns to the live monitoring mode.
Pressing this button once more will toggle between live and paused playback
mode.
11. PLAY / PAUSE
a) Starts the playback of recorded data. By default, the playback starts from the
earliest recording. If the recording has been played back, the playback will start
from where it was left off.
b) Toggles between playback and pause mode.
12. FAST
a) Fast forward. Press this button repeatedly to toggle between 2X normal playback
speed through 128X normal playback speed.
13. MULTI(DISPLAY)
This button is used to toggle between multiple display modes: 16 channel, 13
a) Resets the alarm buzzer.
b) Left pans in PTZ mode.
c) Navigates left in the menu screen.
d) Moves the zoom box left when in zoom mode.
15. AUTOMATIC SEQUENCE / FOCUS OUT / DECREASE VALUE / SECTION A
a) Activates and deactivates the automatic channel sequence.
b) Focuses out in PTZ mode.
c) Decreases the value of a selection in the menu screen.
d) Sets the starting point for loop playback in playback mode.
16. ENTER / STATUS / HOME
a) Executes the selected function in the menu screen or enters the selected submenu.
b) Accesses the status window from the main screen.
c) Returns the PTZ camera to “home” mode in PTZ mode.
d) Increases the digital zoom ratio in zoom mode.
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17. PIP / LOOP PLAYBACK CLEAR / DOWN DIRECTIONAL BUTTON
a) Activates the picture-in-picture mode.
b) Tilts down in PTZ mode.
c) Navigates down in the menu screen.
d) Moves the zoom box down in zoom mode.
e) Clears the loop playback in playback mode.
18. DIGITAL ZOOM / RIGHT DIRECTIONAL BUTTON
a) Enters digital zoom mode.
b) Pans right in PTZ mode.
c) Navigates right in the menu screen.
d) Moves the zoom box right in zoom mode.
19. FREEZE / FOCUS IN / INCREASE VALUE / SECTION B
a) Freezes the live screen.
b) Focuses in PTZ mode.
c) Increases the value of a selection in the menu screen.
d) Sets the ending point for loop playback in playback mode.
20. RECORD
This button starts and stops the recording mode.
21. PTZ / BOOKMARK
a) Enters PTZ control mode.
b) Creates a bookmark during playback mode.
22. SLOW
Slow playback. Press this button repeatedly to toggle between normal
th
playback speeds through 128
normal playback speed.
23. COPY / AUTOFOCUS
a) Enters the copy menu screen.
b) Switches the PTZ camera to auto focus mode in PTZ mode.
24. DIRECTION
Change the playback direction.
25. SEARCH / PRESET
a) Enters the search menu screen.
b) Sets the preset positions in PTZ mode.
26. JOG SHUTTLE
a) Shuttle ring: Controls the playback speed.
b) Shuttle ring: Controls the zoom in / zoom out in
PTZ mode.
c) Jog dial: Advances picture by picture.
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d) Jog dial: Controls the iris open / iris close in PTZ mode.
2.2 REAR PANEL LAY OUT
VT-ST1640H
VT-ST840H
SAGA “ST-H” Series
VT-ST480H
1. POWER SWITCH
This switch turns the DVR on or off.
2. GROUND
Ground connector.
3. POWER IN
DC power socket for 12VDC 6.67 Amps.
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4. ALARM INPUT
Alarm input 1 through 16 on VT-ST1640H, 1 through 8 on VT-ST840H and 1
through 4 on VT-ST440H.
5. RS-485 TERMINAL BLOCK
Terminal blocks for RS-485.
6. TIME SYNCHRONIZATION
Input and Output terminal blocks for time synchronization between DVRs.
7. RELAY OUT
Terminal blocks for relay out 1 through 4.
8. SERIAL(RS-232C)
Reserved; the RS-232C port can be used to connect a variety of devices to
control the DVR.
9. VGA OUTPUT
D-sub 15-pin connector for PC monitor out.
10. USB REAR 1 / USB REAR 2
The USB 2.0 ports can be used to connect to numerous USB 2.0 backup
devices including VT-XHD10U external HDD add-on bays, external optical drives
and USB memory sticks.
11. RJ-45 ETHERNET PORT
10/100Base-T RJ-45 port for network connection.
12. AUDIO OUTPUT
RCA, connectors used for audio signal output.
13. S-VIDEO OUTPUT
S-video, connector used for main monitor video signal output.
14. SPOT OUTPUT
Spot monitor BNC connector for composite video signal output.
15. MAIN MONITOR OUTPUT
BNC, connector used for main monitor composite video signal output.
16. AUDIO INPUT
RCA connectors for audio signal input.
17. CAMERA INPUT
BNC connectors for composite video signal input.
18. CAMERA LOOP OUTPUT
Self-terminating BNC, connectors used for composite video signal loop output.
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2.3 Remote Control
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Button NameDescription
1 REMOTE
CONTROLLER ID
2 (IRIS-/+)
3 (ZOOM-/+) Zoom in and out of PTZ
4 SPOT / ESC
5 ENTER (HOME) Enter / Go home in PTZ mode
6 ( ) / ALARM
RESET
7 ( ) / MENU
8 ( ) / PIP
9 ( ) / D-ZOOM
10 AUTO / ( - ) / F(-)
11 FREEZE / ( + ) / F(+)
12 SEARCH / (PRESET)
13 COPY / (AF) Display the copy menu / Auto focus of PTZ
14 BOOKMARK / (PTZ)
15 SLOW ( )
16 PLAY / PAUSE ( )
17 FAST ( )
18 LV/PB ( )
19 DIR ( )
20 RECORD ( )
21 MULTI Display multi-screen
22 TEXT Reserved
23 AUDIO SELECT Audio select button
24 CHANNEL ID Camera number select button
25 FUNCTION
REMOTE CONTROLLER ID in the system
setup
Iris close and open of PTZ /
Frame by Frame(field by field) playback
Enter the spot mode / Return to the previous
mode
Move the cursor in left direction in the
setup menu. / Release the event signal
Move the cursor up to the next line in the
setup menu / Display the setup menu
Move the cursor down to the next line /
Enter the PIP mode
Move the cursor in right direction in the
setup menu. / Control of zoom in and out
Auto sequence / Downward value /
Focus control of PTZ
Freeze / Up-going value /
Focus control of PTZ
Display the search menu /
Enter the preset mode of PTZ
BOOKMARK SEARCH /
Enter the PTZ mode
Press this button to slow-down playback
speed
Press this button to begin playback. If press
again during the playback, a still picture is
displayed
Press this button to speed-up playback speed
Convert the screen into real display mode
during the playback
Change the direction of playback
Begin and stop recording
Controls “USER” mode of RELAY 4
SELECT
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2.4 Mouse Control
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3
1 LEFT MOUSE BUTTON a) Double-click in the main window: Full
2 SCROLL WHEEL
3 RIGHT MOUSE BUTTON a) Single-click in the main window: Enter
screen display./ Return the multi-screen.
b) Double-click in the menu
screen: Select item or icon.
Scroll up or down to change the value of
the selected item.
main menu.
b) Double-click in the menu screen: Exit
to main screen.
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III. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS
3.1 CONNECTIONS LAYOUT
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No
DES CRI P TIO N
NO
DES CRI P TIO N
FAL LIN G ED GE
3.3 EXTERNAL TERMINAL CONNECTION
3.3.1 RS-485
1 TA(TX+) RS485:Transmit data
2 TB(TX-) RS485: Receive data
3 GND
3.3.2 TIME ADJUST
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1 TIME REFERENCE INPUT TTL
2 TIME REFERENCE OUTPUT
To Other Time Adjust
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NO
DES CRI P TIO N
NO
DES CRI P TIO N
3.3.3 RELAY OUTPUT
1 NO(Normal Open) 7 NO(Normal Open)
2 CM(Common) 8 CM(Common)
3 NC(Normal Close)
4 NO(Normal Open) 10 NO(Normal Open)
5 CM(Common) 11 CM(Common)
6 NC(Normal Close)
ALARM
V-LOSS
3.3.4 ALARM SENSOR INPUT
9 NC(Normal Close)
12 NC(Normal Close)
MD
POWER
USER
NOT USED
HDD ERROR
No DESCRIPTION
1 EXTERNAL ALARM 1 INPUT
2 EXTERNAL ALARM 2 INPUT
3 EXTERNAL ALARM 3 INPUT
4 EXTERNAL ALARM 4 INPUT
G ALARM IN COMMON GND
5 EXTERNAL ALARM 5 INPUT
6 EXTERNAL ALARM 6 INPUT
7 EXTERNAL ALARM 7 INPUT
8 EXTERNAL ALARM 8 INPUT
G ALARM IN COMMON GND
9 EXTERNAL ALARM 9 INPUT
10 EXTERNAL ALARM 10 INPUT
11 EXTERNAL ALARM 11 INPUT
12 EXTERNAL ALARM 12 INPUT
G ALARM IN COMMON GND
13 EXTERNAL ALARM 13 INPUT
14 EXTERNAL ALARM 14 INPUT
15 EXTERNAL ALARM 15 INPUT
16 EXTERNAL ALARM 16 INPUT
G ALARM IN COMMON GND
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No
DES CRI P TIO N
No Des cri ptio n
No Des cri ptio n
3.3.5 VGA PIN LAYOUT
1 RED(Red Video [75ohm, 0.7Vp-p] )
2 GREEN(Green Video [75ohm, 0.7Vp-p] )
3 BLUE(Blue Video [75ohm, 0.7Vp-p] )
4~12 Reserved
13 HSYNC or CSYNC (Horizontal or Composite Sync.)
14 VSYNC (Vertical Sync.)
15 Reserved
3.3.6 RS-232C PIN LAYOUT
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1 DCD Data Carrier Detect 6 DSR Data Set Ready
2 RxD Receive data 7 RTS RS232C: RX/TX data
3 TxD Transmit data 8 CTS RS232C: RX/TX data
4 DTR Data Terminal Ready 9 RI Ring Indicator
5 GND Signal Ground
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IV. BASIC OPERATION
This section will cover basic features of the DVR, including its main screen and the
explanation of some of the alerts. It will also cover the DVR status, the view
modes of the DVR, automatic sequence, digital zoom, basic playback modes and
audio playback.
4.1 MAIN SCREEN
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1. REMAINING HARD DRIVE SPACE / PLAYBACK STATUS
The remaining hard drive space is displayed either in percentage or in Gigabytes. If
the hard drive overwrite is set to on, the counter will remain as 0 and the DVR
will continue to write on to the hard drive from the beginning. The counter will
remain 0 as long as the hard drive is full with previously recorded data, and will
display its original size once the hard drive is formatted. In playback mode, it
displays the direction and the speed of the playback.
2. CHANNEL STATUS
The status of each channel is displayed in color codes.