Watchguard DVR8ENTPACK4 Quick Installation Manual

MODEL: DVR8E NT PAC K4

Professional Surveillance Pack

Digital Video Recorder with 8 Security Cameras

‘QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE’

Digital Video Recorder (DVR) 4 x 15m Infrared Day/Night Bullet Cameras

- Advanced H.264 Video Compression Technology - High Quality CCD Image sensor

- Multiplex Operation - 14 x Infrared LEDs

- Long Recording Duration - 650 TVL Resolution

- Intelligent Video Motion Detection Recording 4 x 15m Infrared Day/Night Dome Cameras

- Remote Network Surveillance & Backup Functions - High Quality CCD Image Sensor

- Easy to operate with remote or USB mouse - 650 TVL Resolution

- System Auto recovery after power loss (blackout)

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Package Contents (Before commencing installation, please ensure you have all the parts listed below.)

1 x 8 Channel Digital Video Recorder with 1TB Hard Disk Drive & PC Software for

Remote View

● Advanced H.264 Video Compression Technology for High Quality Images and Small
File Szes

● Easy to Operate - Just Like a VCR

● Can be Connected to a PC Network for Remote Viewing & Backup (Software on CD)

● Mouse and remote control included

4 x Day/Night Weatherproof Colour Cameras with Infrared LEDs - 15m Range

● High quality CCD image sensor (Not Inferior CMOS Type) for superior picture quality

● IR LEDs for viewing in total darkness up to 15m (B&W Mode)

● 520 TVL resolution

● Compact Size ideal for use indoors or out

4 x Indoor Dome Cameras

● For indoor use only

● 520 TVL resolution

● Stylish design

8 x Camera Connection Cables

● Combined DC power and video leads

● Pre-terminated - allowing simple plug-in connection – No tools required

● 2 x 10m, 2x 20m, 4 x 30m leads supplied

2 x Power Split Cable (4 way & 5 way)

● Allows you to connect all 8 cameras to 1 power supply

1 x Monitor Connection Cable

● Connect the BNC monitor output from the DVR to the RCA video input on your TV /
VCR

1 x Network Cable (Optional Use)

● Allows you to connect the LAN port on the DVR to your PC or network to facilitate
remote viewing or backup functions

2 x Switch Mode Low Voltage Power Supplies

● 1 x 5Amp 12VDC Supply for Use with the Power Split Cable to Power All Cameras

● 1 x 19VDC Power Supply for Use with the DVR

● Advanced Switch Mode Technology

* Note: If you wish to connect directly from the DVR to a PC you require a crossover cable (Not Included)

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Figure C

Figure D

Network cable connection (Optional Use)

Audio Cable Input(s) and Output (Optional)

Figure E

HDMI

Figure A

Figure

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Installation

Before installing this unit, please read through the following points:

• Do not place cords from the AC adapter where they can be pinched or stepped on.

• Do not place heavy objects on cords, or cover cords with rugs or carpet.

• Never immerse any component in water, and do not spray cleaners of solvents on the unit. Unplug units before

cleaning. When cleaning, use a damp, lint-free cloth only.

• Do not expose the DVR or Cameras to excessive heat, cold, or moisture

• Leave at least a 2” space between the DVR and other objects to allow air circulation around the unit.

• Service should be handled by qualified technicians.

Connection Guide

1. Locate the 8 Cameras as required and connect the supplied combination DC Power and Video leads.

(Yellow to Yellow / Red to Red)

2. Connect the 8 x corresponding camera Video leads (Yellow) into the camera inputs at the rear of the DVR

(Figure A). Be sure to take note of the Camera input 1 – 8, as this will determine the camera channels.

3. Connect the socket end of the 4-way split power cable into one of the plugs on the 5-way cable.

4. Connect the 8 x camera Power leads (RED) into the Power Splitter Cables

5. If you are using a TV/Monitor with Composite Video Input, follow Step 4.1.

If you are using a TV/Monitor with VGA input, follow Step 4.2

4.1 Connect the Monitor Connection Cable into the Composite Monitor output on the rear of the

DVR (Figure B). Connect the Monitor Connection Cable into the RCA Video input on your

TV/Monitor (TV/Monitor Not Supplied)

4.2 NOTE: VGA is not included. Connect the VGA cable to the VGA output or HDMI cable to HDMI output

on the rear of the DVR (Figure C & E). Connect the other end of the VGA cable into the TV/Monitor

VGA input.

6. Connect the 2Amp 19VDC Power adaptor to the DVR (Figure D).

7. Connect the 12VDC Power adaptor to the Power Split Cable.

8. Plug both Power adaptors into a Power-Point and switch the power-point ON

9. The Power LED at the front of the DVR should now be illuminated red and the unit will make a loud beep

sound.

WARNING

Please ensure you use the correct power

supply for each component.

DO NOT plug the 19V DVR Power supply

into the cameras as this will damage them

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Quick Start up Guide

• Make sure your TV/Monitor is ON and set to the appropriate AV channel if required

• Switch the Power button located on the rear of the DVR after connecting a monitor and at least one camera.

The Power LED will illuminate Green. It takes approximately 10 to 15 seconds to boot the system.

• The images from all 8 cameras should now be displayed on your TV/Monitor

• BEFORE BEGINNING TO RECORD YOU MUST SET the D AT E and TIME on your DVR.

Setting the Date and Time

• Press “MENU” on the DVR front panel to bring up the password dialogue box. Use the mouse to enter the

DVR admin password with the on-screen keypad.

The default admin password is 0000.

(Users can alter the password later. Please refer to the Advanced set up guide CD)

• Press “MENU” on the DVR front panel to bring up the main menu. Select “QUICK START”  “TIME

SETUP” to set the date and time

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please DO NOT change the date or t ime on y our DVR a fter the rec or ding f unct ion is act iv ated.
The recorded data will be disordered and you will not be able to find the recorded file to backup by time search.
NOTE: If users change the date or time accidentally when the recording function is activated, it’s recommended to
clear all HDD data, and start recording again.

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Menu Display and Operation with USB Mouse

The system supports operation via USB mouse (not included). See below for an explanation of how to operate your

DVR using the mouse input.

Connect USB Mouse

- Connect your USB mouse to one of the USB ports on the DVR front panel

- A mouse icon ( ) will appear on the screen if the mouse is detected properly.

- Use the mouse to enter the DVR password with the password keypad.

- Default administrator password is 0000. The status will be changed from (key lock) to

(administrator), and the quick menu bar appears on the left side of the screen.

Password Input Quick Menu: Closed

Quick Menu Bar

Mouse over the arrow mark on the left side of the main screen to extend the quick menu bar and show the five
functions as follows:

Click to show the channel switch panel and select the channel you want.

Click to display the playback control panel.

Switch to the channel you want first, and click to enter the zoom-in mode.

Click to select the audio channel you want.

Click to enter the PTZ menu (Not used in DVR4ENTPACK)

Quick Menu: Open

Main Menu