Abus TVVR30002 User manual

ABUS Digital Recorder
TVVR30002
User manual
Version 1.0

Notes on the operating instructions
2
English
These user manual contains important information for in-
stallation and operation.
This should be also noted when this product is passed on
to a third party.
Therefore look after these operating instructions for future
reference!
A list of contents with the corresponding page number can
be found in the index.
Pay attention to the information on the CD and in the accompanying documentation
on “Web server control” and “Clients Software”. These can be found on the Internet
at www.abus-sc.com.

Device overview
3
Device overview
Front
Rear
See System operation on page 13.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Device overview
4
Remote control

Contents
5
Device overview ...............................................................................................................................................................3
Quick guide ......................................................................................................................................................................8
Before you start................................................................................................................................................................8
Installing the HDD ............................................................................................................................................................8
Establishing the connections ...........................................................................................................................................8
Configuring the device .....................................................................................................................................................8
Important safety information ..........................................................................................................................................9
Explanation of symbols....................................................................................................................................................9
Proper use .......................................................................................................................................................................9
General information .........................................................................................................................................................9
Power supply ...................................................................................................................................................................9
Overloading / overvoltage..............................................................................................................................................10
Cables............................................................................................................................................................................10
Installation location / operating environment .................................................................................................................10
Remote control...............................................................................................................................................................10
Care and maintenance...................................................................................................................................................11
Accessories....................................................................................................................................................................11
Putting into operation .....................................................................................................................................................11
Children and the device .................................................................................................................................................11
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................12
General information .......................................................................................................................................................12
Unpacking the device.....................................................................................................................................................12
Scope of delivery ...........................................................................................................................................................12
System operation...........................................................................................................................................................13
General information .......................................................................................................................................................13
Operating elements on the device .................................................................................................................................13
Connections on the rear of the device ...........................................................................................................................13
Operating elements on the remote control ....................................................................................................................14
Mouse operation ............................................................................................................................................................14
On-screen keyboard ......................................................................................................................................................15
Starting the device .........................................................................................................................................................15
Switching off, locking and rebooting the device.............................................................................................................15
Setup wizard...................................................................................................................................................................16
Setting up the system ....................................................................................................................................................16
Setting up the administrator...........................................................................................................................................16
HDD Management .........................................................................................................................................................17
Record Settings .............................................................................................................................................................17
Network Settings............................................................................................................................................................17
Live view .........................................................................................................................................................................18
Overview ........................................................................................................................................................................18
Status symbols .........................................................................................................................................................18
Pop-up menu for mouse operation ................................................................................................................................18
Digital Zoom..............................................................................................................................................................19
System Settings .............................................................................................................................................................20
Setting the camera output.........................................................................................................................................20
Record Settings .............................................................................................................................................................21
Set-up.............................................................................................................................................................................21
General settings........................................................................................................................................................21
Advanced settings ....................................................................................................................................................21
Schedule...................................................................................................................................................................21

Contents
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Manual Record...............................................................................................................................................................22
Playback..........................................................................................................................................................................23
General information .......................................................................................................................................................23
Playback screen .......................................................................................................................................................23
Using the control panel.............................................................................................................................................23
Playback through video search......................................................................................................................................23
Playback: Advanced video search............................................................................................................................24
Playback from the live view screen................................................................................................................................24
PTZ control .....................................................................................................................................................................25
General information .......................................................................................................................................................25
Using the PTZ control panel .....................................................................................................................................25
Pop-up menu for mouse operation ...........................................................................................................................25
PTZ Settings .............................................................................................................................................................26
Preset Settings...............................................................................................................................................................26
Tour Settings..................................................................................................................................................................27
Call a tour set in the PTZ-Camera............................................................................................................................27
Pattern Settings .............................................................................................................................................................28
Device menu...................................................................................................................................................................29
Menu overview...............................................................................................................................................................29
Menu description ......................................................................................................................................................29
Manual Record...............................................................................................................................................................30
Video Search .................................................................................................................................................................30
Parameters for Video Search ...................................................................................................................................30
Results......................................................................................................................................................................31
Video Export ..................................................................................................................................................................32
Manual Alarm.................................................................................................................................................................33
HDDs..............................................................................................................................................................................33
Installing the HDD.....................................................................................................................................................33
Initialising the HDD ...................................................................................................................................................34
HDD Management parameters.................................................................................................................................34
Setting the HDD........................................................................................................................................................34
Checking the HDD status .........................................................................................................................................35
Setting up the HDD alarm.........................................................................................................................................35
System Settings .............................................................................................................................................................36
Overview...................................................................................................................................................................36
General Settings .......................................................................................................................................................36
System Settings: Camera .........................................................................................................................................37
Setting up of zones ...................................................................................................................................................38
Zones: Schedule and notification .............................................................................................................................38
System Settings: Record ..........................................................................................................................................39
System Settings: Network.........................................................................................................................................39
System Settings: Alarm ............................................................................................................................................39
System Settings: PTZ ...............................................................................................................................................39
System Settings: RS232...........................................................................................................................................39
System Settings: Display ..........................................................................................................................................39
System Settings: Exception......................................................................................................................................40
System Settings: User ..............................................................................................................................................40
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................................42
Upgrading the device................................................................................................................................................42
Log Search ...............................................................................................................................................................43
Default Settings ........................................................................................................................................................44
Import / Export Configuration....................................................................................................................................44
Information................................................................................................................................................................44
ShutDown ......................................................................................................................................................................44

Contents
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Network ...........................................................................................................................................................................45
General information .......................................................................................................................................................45
Terms and definitions ...............................................................................................................................................45
Network layout ..........................................................................................................................................................46
Network configuration ...............................................................................................................................................46
Alarm ...............................................................................................................................................................................50
Alarm overview ..............................................................................................................................................................50
Alarm Input ...............................................................................................................................................................50
Each triggered alarm can be handled individually....................................................................................................50
Alarm Output.............................................................................................................................................................52
IP alarm module........................................................................................................................................................52
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................................................53
Device cleaning and care..............................................................................................................................................53
Note................................................................................................................................................................................53
Index................................................................................................................................................................................54
Technical data ................................................................................................................................................................55
HDD storage capacity...............................................................................................................................................56
Disposal ..........................................................................................................................................................................57
Information on the EU directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment .............................................................57
Information on handling batteries ..................................................................................................................................57
Important information on disposing of batteries............................................................................................................57
Information on the European RoHS directive ...............................................................................................................57
Glossary..........................................................................................................................................................................58
Overview of specialist terms ..........................................................................................................................................58
Internal HDD ...................................................................................................................................................................60

Quick guide
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Quick guide
Before you start
The following preparatory steps must be made:
1. Pay attention to the general information, safety in-
formation and notes on setting up and connecting
the device (see page 9).
2. Check the contents of the package for completeness
and damages.
3. Insert the batteries into the remote control.
Installing the HDD
Warning
Switch off the device and disconnect it from the
mains power supply.
Pay attention to the required earthing of the de-
vice to avoid static discharge.
1. Install the HDD.
2. Firstly, establish the connection to the motherboard
using the red data cable (small connector).
3. Connect the power supply cable (large 5-pin connec-
tor).
4. Check that the connections are secure.
5. Close the housing.
Note
Only use HDD’s that are approved for video re-
cording and 24/7 usage.
Establishing the connections
Note
Pay attention to the minimum radius when laying
cables. Do not kink the cable.
1. Connect the analogue cameras with BNC connec-
tions 1 to 4.
2. Connect the audio connections.
3. Connect the sensors to the alarm inputs.
4. Connect the monitor to the VGA or BNC connection.
5. Connect the mouse to the USB port.
6. Establish a connection to the mains power supply.
7. Switch on the device using the POWER switch on
the rear. The DVR status display on the front of the
device lights up.
Configuring the device
•Proceed through the individual steps in the setup
wizard (see page 16).
•The following settings are configured in sequence:
•Language selection for the user interface
•Administrator setup
•HDD management (initialisation etc.)
•Recording settings
•Network settings
Note
Check the ABUS homepage (www.abus-
sc.com) if for this device any firmware updates
are available and install these.
•Pay attention to the menu overview on page 29, plus
the notes and explanations on basic system opera-
tion on page 13.
Pay attention to the notes on the following:
Live view Page 18
Playback Page 23
PTZ Page 25
Data backup Page 32
Troubleshooting Page 53
Warning
Note down the admin password.
The following password is preset:
“1 2 3 4 5”

Important safety information
9
Important safety information
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used in this manual and on the
device:
Symbol Signal word Meaning
Warning Indicates a risk of injury or health
hazards.
Warning Indicates a risk of injury or health
hazards caused by electrical
voltage.
Important Indicates possible damage to the
device/accessories.
Note Indicates important information.
The following labels are used in the text:
Meaning
1. …
2. …
Set of tasks or instructions with a defined se-
quence in the text
•…
•…
Set of points or warnings without a defined se-
quence in the text
Proper use
Only use the device for the purpose which it was de-
signed and built for. Any other use is considered inap-
propriate.
This device may only be used for the following pur-
pose(s):
•This digital recorder is used in combination with con-
nected video signal sources (B/W and colour cam-
eras) and video output devices (CRT or TFT moni-
tors) for object surveillance.
Note
Data storage is subject to national data-protection
guidelines.
During installation, inform your customers regard-
ing the existence of these guidelines.
General information
Before using the device for the first time, read the follow-
ing instructions carefully and pay attention to all warn-
ings, even if you are already familiar with electronic de-
vices.
Warning
All guarantee claims become invalid for damages
caused by non-compliance with these operating
instructions.
We cannot be held liable for resulting damages.
Warning
We cannot be held liable in the event of material
or personal damage caused by improper opera-
tion or non-compliance with the safety information.
All guarantee claims are invalid in such cases.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
If you pass on or sell the device, you must also include
this user manual.
This device has been manufactured in accordance with
international safety standards.
Power supply
•Only operate this device through a power source
which supplies the mains power specified on the type
plate.
•If you are unsure of the power supply at the installa-
tion location, contact your power supply company.
Warning
Avoid data loss!
Always use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
with overvoltage protection.
•Disconnect the device from the mains power supply
before carrying out maintenance or installation work.
•The on/off switch does not completely disconnect the
device from the mains power supply.
•To disconnect the device completely from the mains
power supply, the plug must be disconnected from
the mains socket. Therefore, the device should be
positioned so that direct and unobstructed access to
the mains socket is guaranteed at all times and the
plug can be disconnected immediately in an emer-
gency.

Important safety information
10
•To avoid the possibility of fires, the plug should al-
ways be disconnected from the network socket if the
device is not used for long periods. Disconnect the
device from the mains power supply before impend-
ing electrical storms, or use an uninterruptible power
supply.
Warning
Never open the device on your own! There is a
risk of electric shocks!
If it is necessary to open the device, consult
trained personnel or your local maintenance spe-
cialist.
•The installation or modification of a HDD should only
be made by trained personnel or your local mainte-
nance specialist.
Warning
The installation of additional equipment or modifi-
cation of the device invalidates your guarantee if
not carried out by trained personnel.
We recommend having the HDD installed by a
maintenance specialist.
Your guarantee is invalidated in the event of im-
proper installation of the HDD.
Overloading / overvoltage
•Avoid overloading of mains sockets, extension cables
and adapters as this can result in fires or electric
shocks.
•Use overvoltage protection to prevent damages
caused by overvoltage (e.g. electrical storms).
Cables
•Always hold cables by the connector, and do not pull
the cable itself.
•Never touch the mains cable with wet hands, as this
can lead to a short circuit or electric shock.
•Never position the device, furniture or other heavy
items on the cable. Ensure that the cable does not
become kinked, especially on the connector and
sockets.
•Never knot the cable, and do not tie it to other cables.
•All cables should be laid so that they cannot be
stepped on or cause an obstruction.
•A damaged mains cable can cause a fire or electric
shock. Check the mains cable from time to time.
•Never modify or manipulate the mains cable or plug.
•Do not use plug adapters or extension cables that do
not conform to the applicable safety standards, and do
not make alterations to power supply cables or mains
cables.
Installation location / operating environ-
ment
•Position the device on a firm, level surface and do not
place any heavy objects on the device.
•The device is not designed for operation in rooms
subject to high temperatures or moisture (e.g. bath-
rooms), or in excessively dusty rooms.
•Operating temperature and ambient humidity:
-10 °C to 55 °C, maximum 85% relative humidity. The
device may only be operated in moderate climate
conditions.
Ensure the following:
•Sufficient ventilation must be present at all times (do
not place the device in a storage rack, on thick car-
pets, on a bed or anywhere where the ventilation
slots are covered. Make sure that a gap of at least
10 cm is present on all sides).
•The device must not be exposed to direct heat
sources (e.g. heaters).
•The device must not be exposed to direct sunlight or
strong artificial light.
•The device must not be placed in close proximity to
magnetic fields (e.g. loudspeakers).
•Naked flames (e.g. candles) must not be placed on or
near the device.
•Contact with spraying or dripping water and aggres-
sive liquids must be avoided.
•The device must not be operated in close proximity to
water, and must not be submerged under any cir-
cumstances (do not place objects containing water on
or near the device, such as vases or drinks).
•Foreign objects must not penetrate the device.
•The device must not be exposed to strong variations
in temperature, as this can lead to condensation and
electrical short circuits.
•The device must not be exposed to excessive jolts or
vibrations.
Remote control
•Remove all batteries if the device will not be used for
a sustained period, as these can leak and damage
the device.

Important safety information
11
Care and maintenance
Maintenance is necessary if the device has been dam-
aged. This includes damage to the plug, mains cable and
housing, penetration of the interior by liquids or foreign
objects, exposure to rain or moisture or when the device
does not work properly or has fallen.
•Disconnect the device from the mains power supply
before maintenance (e.g. cleaning).
•If smoke develops or unusual noises or odours are
detected, then switch off the device immediately and
pull the mains plug from the socket. In such cases,
the device should not be used until it has been in-
spected by a qualified technician.
•Maintenance work should only be carried out by
qualified specialists.
•Never open the housing on the device or accesso-
ries. There is a risk of fatal injury due to an electric
shock when the housing is opened.
•Clean the device housing and remote control with a
damp cloth.
•Do not use solvents, white spirit or thinners as these
can damage the surface of the device.
•Do not use any of the following substances:
•Salt water, insecticides, solvents containing chlorine
or acids (ammonium chloride) or scouring powder.
•Gently rub the surface with a cotton cloth until it is
completely dry.
Warning
The device works under dangerous voltages. The
device must only be opened by authorised spe-
cialists. All maintenance and service work must be
carried out by authorised firms. Improper repairs
can expose device users to the risk of fatal injury.
Accessories
•Only connect devices that are suitable for the in-
tended purpose. Otherwise, hazardous situations or
damage to the device can occur.
Putting into operation
•Observe all safety and operating instructions before
putting the device into operation for the first time.
•Only open the housing to install the HDD.
Warning
When installing the device in an existing video
surveillance system, ensure that all devices are
disconnected from the mains power supply and
low-voltage circuit.
Warning
If in doubt, have a specialist technician carry out
assembly, installation and connection of the de-
vice.
Improper or unprofessional work on the mains
power supply or domestic installation puts both
you and other persons at risk.
Connect the installations so that the mains power
circuit and low-voltage circuit always run sepa-
rately from each other. They should not be con-
nected at any point or become connected as a re-
sult of a malfunction.
Children and the device
•Do not allow children access to electrical devices.
Never allow children to use electrical devices without
supervision. Children may not be able to accurately
detect possible risks. Small parts can be life-
threatening if swallowed.
•Keep batteries away from small children. Call for
medical assistance immediately if a battery is swal-
lowed.
•Keep packaging materials away from children (dan-
ger of suffocation).
•This device should not be used by children. If used
improperly, spring-loaded parts can be ejected and
cause injuries to children (e.g. eye injuries).

Introduction
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Introduction
Dear customers,
Thank you for purchasing this product.
This product complies with current domestic and Euro-
pean regulations. Conformity has been proven, and all
related certifications are available from the manufacturer
on request (www.abus-sc.com).
To maintain this status and to guarantee safe operation,
it is your obligation to observe these operating instruc-
tions!
Read the entire operating manual carefully before putting
the product into operation and pay attention to all operat-
ing and safety information!
All company names and product descriptions are trade-
marks of the corresponding owner. All rights reserved.
In the event of questions, please contact your local main-
tenance specialist or dealer.
Disclaimer
These operating instructions have been produced
with the greatest care. Should you discover any
missing information or inaccuracies, please con-
tact us under the address shown on the back of
the manual. ABUS Security-Center GmbH does
not accept any liability for technical and typo-
graphical errors, and reserves the right to make
changes to the product and operating instructions
at any time and without prior warning. ABUS Se-
curity-Center GmbH is not liable or responsible for
direct or indirect damages resulting from the
equipment, performance and use of this product.
No forms of guarantee are accepted for the con-
tents of this document.
General information
In order to use the device correctly, read this user man-
ual carefully and keep it in a safe place for later use.
This manual contains instructions on recorder operation
and maintenance. Consult an authorised specialist if the
device needs to be repaired.
Unpacking the device
Handle the device with extreme care when unpacking it.
The packaging is made of reusable materials, and
should always be passed on for recycling.
We recommend the following:
Paper, plastic packaging, cardboard and corrugated
cardboard should be disposed of in the appropriate recy-
cling containers.
If recycling containers are not available in your local area,
then you can dispose of these materials as domestic
waste.
If the original packaging has been damaged, inspect the
device. If the device shows signs of damage, then return
it in the original packaging and contact the manufacturer.
Scope of delivery
•ABUS Digital Recorder
•Power supply unit and mains cable
•Remote control (without batteries)
•Connection cable and screws for HDD
•Software CD
•User manualQuick guide

System operation
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System operation
General information
The device can be controlled as follows:
•Using the remote control
•Using the USB mouse
Operating elements on the device
Note
Pay attention to the overview on page 3.
No. Name
Function
1 USB port
•To connect a USB mouse
•To connect a USB stick for data backups
2 Power LED
Lights up blue when the system is switched on
3 IR receiver
For the remote control
4 REC LED
Lights up red during recording
5 HDD LED
Flashes blue when the HDD is accessed
6 Network LED
Lights up red when the network is accessed
7 Alarm LED
Lights up red in the event of an alarm
Connections on the rear of the device
Note
Pay attention to the overview on page 3.
No. Name
Function
8 VIDEO IN: BNC inputs
9 VIDEO OUT 1: BNC monitor output
VIDEO OUT 2: BNC spot monitor output
10 AUDIO IN: Cinch audio input
11 LINE IN: Cinch audio input for network transmis-
sion only (Audio will not be recorded)
12 AUDIO OUT: Cinch audio output
13 LAN:
10/100 MBit Ethernet LAN connection
14 VGA: VGA monitor output
15 USB port
•To connect a USB mouse
•To connect a USB stick for data backups
16 ALARM IN:
•Alarm input 1–4
•G = Ground
ALARM OUT:
•Relay output and ground
RS-485:
•Connection for PTZ cameras
17 RS-232: No function
18 12 V DC power socket
19 Power switch and mains power connection:
•100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz
20 Connection for earthing line

System operation
14
Operating elements on the remote control
Note
Pay attention to the remote control diagram on
page 4.
No. Name
Function
21 DEV:
Assigns the remote control with the device ID
22 Alphanumeric keys:
•Selects the camera (channel) in the live view
•Entry of letters and digits in system fields
23 A:
Changes the entry format (upper / lower case,
symbols, digits)
24 PLAY:
Starts playback
25 VOIP:
•Not used
26 PREV:
Changes the screen display in the live view
27 Navigation keys:
During playback:
•S, TSets the speed
•W, XPrevious / next day
In the live view:
•Selects the camera (channel selection)
In menus:
•Navigation
28 ESC:
•Not used
29 Not used
30 Not used
31 Zoom +:
Zooms in on the image section in PTZ mode
32 F1:
In lists:
•Selects all available options
33 Zoom -:
Zooms out of the image section in PTZ mode
34 F2:
Switches between tabs
35 IRIS-: In PTZ mode:
•Closes the iris
36 Focus-: In PTZ mode:
•Brings the image section into focus
37 IRIS+: In PTZ mode:
•Opens the iris
38 Focus+: In PTZ mode:
•Brings the image section into focus
39 ◄II: Pause / reverse playback
40 : Stops playback
41 PTZ:
Switches on PTZ control
42 Enter fII:
•Confirms the selection
•Ticks / unticks the boxes
During playback:
•PLAY/PAUSE
Single play mode:
•Advances by a single frame
43 MENU:
•Calls up the main menu
•Switches the key tones on and off (press and
hold down for 5 seconds)
44 REC:
Opens / starts manual recording
45 INFO:
•Switches to another monitor in the live view
46 EDIT:
General use:
•Activates the text entry; backspace in text
fields
47 POWER:
Switches on/off (hold down for 5 seconds)
Mouse operation
Note
Further descriptions in these operating instruc-
tions are made with the mouse.
The device is suitable for use with a USB mouse.
Connect the mouse to the USB port.
Button Function
Left Single-click:
•Selection in menu, activation of an entry
field or tab
Double-click:
•Switches between the screen display of
single and multiple images in the live view
and during playback
Click and drag:
•In PTZ mode: Camera control
•Set-up of alarm areas or zones
Right Single-click:
•Calls up the pop-up menu
Scroll
wheel
In the live view:
•Shows previous / next camera
In menus:
•Scrolls through the menus

System operation
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On-screen keyboard
The on-screen keyboard appears after clicking on a text
entry field with the mouse:
The keys have the same function as on a computer key-
board.
•To enter the character, left-click the mouse.
•To finish data entry, press Enter.
•To delete the character in front of the cursor, click on
.
•To switch between upper and lower case, click on the
framed asymbol. The current setting is displayed
above the keyboard.
•To cancel the entry or exit the field, press ESC.
Starting the device
Important
The device must only be operated with the mains
power specified on the type plate.
For safety reasons, use an uninterruptible power
supply (UPS).
After the device has been connected to the power supply
and the main switch on the rear of the device is switched
on, the DVR status LED lights up.
1. The device carries out a self-test during the start-up
procedure.
2. The setup wizard appears. Exit the wizard to access
the live view.
Switching off, locking and rebooting the
device
Click on “ShutDown” in the main menu. The overview
appears.
1. To switch off the device, select ShutDown and con-
firm by pressing Yes. The device is then switched
off.
•Do not press any keys during the shutdown pro-
cedure.
2. To lock the system, select the corresponding Lock
symbol on the left. The user interface is now locked
and a password must be entered to access the
menu.
3. To reboot the device, select the corresponding Re-
boot symbol on the right. The device is then re-
booted.

Setup wizard
16
Setup wizard
Setting up the system
The setup wizard guides you through the necessary ba-
sic system settings. The DVR is then set up for recording
and surveillance.
Note
All detailed settings can be found in the device
menu (see overview on page 29).
The language selection appears after switching on for the
first time:
1. Click the entry field and select the desired language
from the list. Click on Next to continue. The following
query appears:
•Click on “Next” to start the wizard.
Note
After the system is set up, you can untick the box.
The setup wizard is then no longer started auto-
matically.
Setting up the administrator
Warning
Note down the admin password.
The following password is preset
“1 2 3 4 5”
1. Click the entry field and enter your admin password.
2. To assign a new password, tick the box next to New
Admin Password.
3. Enter the new password and confirm in the field be-
low.
4. Click on Next.

Setup wizard
17
HDD Management
1. Click on “Enter”.
2. To set up a new HDD, tick the box and then click on
Init.
Warning
All data on the drive is deleted!
3. Confirm the prompt by pressing OK. The HDD is
then set up for operation. The progress is displayed
on the status bar.
4. Exit the setting by pressing OK, then click on Next.
Record Settings
1. Click on “Enter”.
2. Select the camera in the “General” tab and specify
the settings.
3. Click on the “Schedule” tab and then on Edit.
4. Tick the “Enable Schedule” box and All Day. Re-
cording is then switched on for the entire day.
5. Exit the setting by pressing OK. The settings are
displayed in colour in the schedule overview.
6. To transfer this schedule to other cameras, first se-
lect the camera (or “All” if all cameras should have
the same settings) and confirm by pressing Copy.
7. Exit the setting by pressing OK, then click on Next.
Network Settings
1. Click on “Enter”.
Note
To check whether DHCP can be selected (or if
you have to set the IP address and other settings
manually), consult your network administrator.
2. DHCP activated: If DHCP is set up in the network
router, then tick the DHCP box. All network settings
are then made automatically.
3. DHCP not activated: Enter the data manually (IP
address, subnet mask and default gateway = IP ad-
dress of the router).
A typical address specification is as follows:
•IP address: 192.168.0.50
•Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
•Default gateway: 192.168.0.1
•Preferred DNS server: 192.168.0.1
4. Exit the setting by pressing OK, then click on Next.

Live view
18
Live view
Overview
The live view starts automatically after the device is
switched on.
You can also go back to the live view by pressing the
Menu key repeatedly.
The following menus are found in the screen header:
•Menu
•Playback
•PTZ
The view pop-up menu is found on the right. The time
and date are displayed on the right.
•To open the view pop-up menu, click on the rectan-
gular symbol at the top-right of the menu bar.
•Click on one of the symbols to switch between the dif-
ferent views.
The signals of the connected cameras are displayed on
the main screen.
•By double-clicking the left mouse key, you can dis-
play the camera image as a full-screen view or switch
back to the original view.
Status symbols
•The following symbols are displayed depending on
the operating status of the device:
Symbol Meaning
Event detected
•Motion detection, alarm triggered by sen-
sor, HDD error etc.
R
R
Red: Recording
•Event recording
Blue: Recording
•Continuous recording
Pop-up menu for mouse operation
Note
Press the right mouse button when the cursor is
positioned on a live image.
The following settings can be made. The arrow pointing
to the right indicates that a sub-menu is opened for selec-
tion:

Live view
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Single Camera Full-screen view for selected camera
Multi Camera Various camera layouts
Next Screen Displays the next camera(s)
Stop Auto-
switch
Starts the camera sequence
Digital Zoom Zooms in on the image section
PTZ Activates PTZ mode
Playback Switches to playback mode
Menu Opens the main menu
Note
Stop Auto-switch:
Specify the delay in the image sequence in the
display settings.
Digital Zoom
This function opens an image which has been enlarged
by four times.
•Left-click the mouse in the small image window and
pull a frame around the image section to be zoomed
in on whilst holding the button down.
•The selected section is then digitally zoomed.
•To exit the image, first right-click the mouse and then
left-click on “Exit”.

Live view
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System Settings
Note
The live view can be set as follows.
Open the main menu, then click on “System Settings”
and then “Display Settings”:
Video Output VGA, monitor, AUX (CVBS)
Selects the connection where the
settings should be changed
Mode Various camera layouts
Dwell Time Switching time between the individ-
ual cameras in “Stop Auto-switch”
Camera Order Camera order in the live view
Enable Audio
Output
Activates / deactivates audio output
on the video output
Event Output
Port
Used to assign a monitor for event
output
Event Dwell Time The period where the event is dis-
played on the assigned monitor (in
seconds)
Note
VGA monitor connected:
A connected VGA monitor automatically becomes
the main monitor where the audio output is also
assigned. The BNC output Video Spot Out output
displays the cameras in sequence and in full
screen.
If during the boot process of the DVR the VGA cable is not
connected, the main video signal is displayed at BNC output
MAIN. Connect the VGA cable and reboot the DVR in order to
display the main video signal at the VGA output.
No VGA monitor connected:
The main video signal is displayed at BNC output
MAIN. The BNC output Video Spot Out output
displays the cameras in sequence and in full
screen.
Setting the camera output
Up to 16 cameras can be set simultaneously in the live
view.
1. Click on “Set”.
2. Select the display mode.
•1 x 1
•2 x 2
3. The camera signal is assigned to the corresponding
image section using the navigation keys.
•“X” means that this camera is not displayed.
4. Click on OK to accept the settings.
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