Acard ADR-7616 User manual

User Manual
Version 1.3
8CH/16CH H.264 Standalone DVR
ADR-7616

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Table of Contents
Section1 Introduction...........................................................................................................................5
1.1 Product Overview......................................................................................................................5
1.2 Product Features........................................................................................................................5
1.3 Product Specifications...............................................................................................................5
1.4 Package .....................................................................................................................................6
Section2 System Appearance & Installation .......................................................................................7
2.1 Front Panel.................................................................................................................................7
2.2 Rear Panel................................................................................................................................10
2.3 HDD Installation......................................................................................................................12
Section3 Menu....................................................................................................................................15
3.1 Menu Display...........................................................................................................................15
3.2 Menu Tree................................................................................................................................16
Section4 Menu Setup .........................................................................................................................18
4.1 TIME........................................................................................................................................19
4.2 RECORD.................................................................................................................................21
4.3 SCHEDULE.............................................................................................................................23
4.4 MOTION.................................................................................................................................24
4.5 ALARM...................................................................................................................................25
4.6 NETWORK.............................................................................................................................28
4.7 ADVANCED............................................................................................................................31
Section5 Live Display .......................................................................................................................41
Section6 Backup.................................................................................................................................45
Section7 PTZ Control.........................................................................................................................45
Section8 F/W Update..........................................................................................................................46
Section9 Remote Monitoring and Control via Ethernet.....................................................................47
9.1 Control DVR remotely over the web.......................................................................................47
9.2 Web troubleshooting................................................................................................................56
APPENDIX 1. Alarm Input/Output Pin Descriptions (16CH)...........................................................57
APPENDIX 2. CF card Compatible List............................................................................................59
APPENDIX 3. Play process after backing up DVR files to USB device...........................................60
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Section1 Introduction
1.1 Product Overview
Designed for globally increasing surveillance requirements, ADR-7616 is a high
performance 16ch standalone Digital Video Recorder. It takes H.264 compression format
to not only improve video quality but also extend recording time over the same hard disk
capacity, and the friendly UI design also enables users even unfamiliar with computer
operations can easily control this DVR. Specially, the advanced remote function of 3G
surveillance and CMS is added so that users can simultaneously operate and control
multiple DVRs that are distributed in different areas through the network interface. This
product also supports Pentaplex, which enables Live, Record, Playback, Backup and
Network to be performed simultaneously. This high-quality DVR is absolutely the best
choice for your security surveillance.
1.2 Product Features
●H.264 compression format, 120fps at D1 for recording
●16ch all real-time recording & display
●eSATA interface (support over 2TB RAID)
●Multiple recording modes
●Independent channel resolution, quality & frame rate settings
●User-friendly GUI & Multi-language OSD
●CF card & USB 2.0 drive for firmware update & file backup
●Support built-in DVD-RW for file backup
●Support mouse control
●Pentaplex: Live, Record, Playback, Backup & Network
●Event notification via E-mail
●Support 3G mobile surveillance
●Support CMS (option)
1.3 Product Specifications
Specifications 7616
Video
Video Input BNC*16
Loop Out BNC*16
Main Monitor Out BNC*2, S-Video*1 & VGA*1
Call Monitor Out BNC*1
Compression
Format H.264
Display Mode Full, 4, 8, 9, 16
Audio Audio Input 16
Audio Output 2
Record Resolution
(Adjustable)
D1:720*480(576), Half-D1:720*240(288),
CIF:320*240(288) (NTSC(PAL))
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FPS 120(100)fps at D1, 240(200)fps at Half-D1,
480(400)fps at CIF (NTSC(PAL))
Mode Manual, Schedule, Alarm, Motion, Event,
Always
Storage Internal Support SATA HDD*4 (3.5”)
External Support eSATA RAID
Alarm Input/Output 16/4/1
Network
Via Browser Remote Monitoring & Remote control
3G mobile Yes
CMS Option
Other
PTZ Pelco-D, Pelco-P protocol
Power DC 19V <96W
Dimension 430(W) x 88(H) x 340(D) mm
1.4 Package
●Digital Video Recorder*1
●Power Adapter & Power Cord*1
●Screw Bag
1. Black screws are used for screwing the two Mount Brackets to the DVR.
2. The 8 silver screws in one pack are used for screwing DVD-RW
3. The 24 silver screws in one pack are provided for screwing HDDs.
●Support CD*1
●User Manual*1
●IR remote Controller*1
●Batteries (AAA)*2 (used in IR remote controller)
●Mount Bracket*2
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Section2 System Appearance & Installation
2.1 Front Panel
1. DVD-RW
●This can be used for file backup.
2. Jog and Shuttle
●Jog and shuttle enable user to operate DVR easier in handling such as fast forward,
fast reverse playback and one frame movement in still picture.
3. LED Indicators
a) REC
This red LED will turn “ON” during recording.
b) ALARM
This red LED will turn “ON” when motion detection or alarm have been triggered.
c) NET
This green LED will turn “ON”, while data through network is transmitting.
d) USB
This red LED will turn “ON” during data backup or F/W upgrade through USB drive.
e) LOCK
This red LED will turn “ON” while LOCK button is working.
f) Remote Controller receiver
Remote controller sensor input window.
4. Channel Selection buttons
●Channel selection button from CH1 to CH16 can be used to display given channel
on monitor.
5. Function buttons
a) FUNC
This button is reserved for future use.
b) LOCK
In order for only authorized person to operate buttons in front panel, this LOCK
button can be utilized. If this button is pressed, all of buttons in front panel are not
operated at the same time LOCK LED ON. To release button locking, password will
be requested after pressing LOCK button. If correct password is input, button locking
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will be released.
c) PTZ (Pan, Tilt and Zooming)
The camera(s) with panning, tilting and zooming function would be connected with
one and some of video inputs of DVR. In order to control PTZ function of the
camera, PTZ button should be pressed first. And then direction buttons for panning
and tilting can be pressed.
d) Sequential Display button
If this button is pressed, display channels would start to rotate sequentially according
to the cycle time set up in display setting menu.
NOTE: Sequential display icon would be shown on the left-up side of the monitor
after sequential display is turned on.
e) Display Mode Selection
Display mode selection button is pressed for switching display modes, single picture,
Quad-split, 8-split, 9-split, 16split would be switched.
f) REC/ STOP button
●/■button can be pressed to start recording while emergency recording is needed
pressed manually for all channel recording while emergency happens.
g) Search button
This can be used to find out proper recorded file for playback or backup. Searching
menu can be displayed by pressing this button.
h) REW(◄◄)
This button can be used for high speed backward playback. It support 2 to 16 times
playback speed.
i) PLAY/ PAUSE (►/ II)
If this button is pressed, playback picture will be frozen. If it is pressed again,
playback will continue to play.
j) STOP button
This button is used to stop playback
k) FF(►►)
Press FF button to do high speed forward playback. It support 2 to 16 times
playback speed.
l) ESC
This button is pressed to return upper menu.
m) Save & Esc
After system setting in menu, this button is used to save the settings and escape to
upper menu.
n) MENU
This button is pressed to enter menu for system setting.
6. Direction buttons and Enter Button
a) Direction buttons are used to move LEFT, RIGHT, UP and DOWN in menu. They also
can be used to input password in OSD keyboard. ENTER button is used to select
and save parameter in the menu. And also in playback it is used to select one of
listed file for playback after searching recorded files .
b) Z-, Z+
Used for zoom out/ in under PTZ mode.
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7. Power Button (Power On/ Off button)
This Power button can be pressed to turn off DVR power. When this button is
pressed,password is requested. When right password is input, DVR power will be
turned off.
8. USB 2.0 connector
Used for F/W upgrade and data backup.
9. CF slot inserting CF card for F/W upgrade and data backup.
Please refer to Appendix2 for CF compatible list
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2.2 Rear Panel
1. FAN
System fan
2. 16ch video inputs
16 channel composite video inputs with BNC connectors . NTSC or PAL video sources
can be connected in DVR. But NTSC and PAL video sources for 16ch video inputs can
not be mixed. If they are mixed, DVR can’ not be operated properly.
3. 16ch loop through outputs
16 channel composite video outputs with BNC connectors. If the connection of
loopthrough video outputs into another video equipments is requested, 16ch
loopthrough outputs can be utilized for it.
4. 16ch audio input (RCA)
Connect the audio source to audio input.
5. 2ch Audio Output (RCA)
Audio output to your amplifier.
6. 3ch composite video output and 1 S-Video output
Two video output (MON1 and MON2) and one S-Video are same video output, used to
monitor live, playback pictures. The other is used to monitor SPOT output which
displays all of connected video channels sequentially.
7. Power Input (from Adapter)
Connect the adapter to the DVR for DC power supply. (DC 19V).
8. VGA Output
VGA output can be connected to LCD monitor or CRT monitor.
9. RS232 (It can be utilized for future option.)
10. Alarm input and relay output 16 alarm inputs and 4 relay output with NO, NC
To make secure connections on the Alarm Connector Strip, press and hold the button
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and insert the wire in the hole below of connector pin. After releasing the pin, pull gently
on the wire to make certain it is connected. To disconnect a wire, press and hold the
connector pin above the wire and pull out the wire.
1) 16 alarm inputs: 1,2,3,4,…, 16,G(Ground)
You can use external devices to signal the DVR responding to events. Mechanical or
electrical switches can be wired to the Alarm Inputs and GND (Ground) connectors.
2) G (Ground), COM (common):
Connect the ground side of the Alarm input to G (Ground). Connect the ground side of
relay output to COM connector.
3) 4 Relay output:
4 relay output with NO or NC can be sent to external device. You can select NO or NC,
according to characteristic of mechanical or electrical switch.
11. RS485
PTZ cameras can be controlled remotely through this RS485 port. Connect RX+, RX- of
the control system to the TX+, TX- (respectively) of the DVR.
12. Ethernet port
Connect a Cat5 cable with an RJ-45 jack to the DVR connector. Remote PC viewer
software via network enable you to access live viewing, searching and other available
functions.
13. eSATA port for external storage expansion
eSATA device like RAID system is supported for storage expansion, you can connect it
to eSATA port via eSATA cable. Make sure that you have turned on the eSATA external
storage device before DVR power on.
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2.3 HDD Installation
1. First, open the upper casing by using a screwdriver to loosen the screws. The screws
are located at the top (1), on the sides (4) and at the back (2) of DVR as indicated by
the red circles. Remove the screws and keep them in a safe place for latter use.
Once the upper casing is removed, the internal layout can be seen. The DVD-RW rack
is on the left side while the HDD racks are on the right side.
2. And then loosen the screws holding the two HDD racks in DVR case to remove the
HDD rack, then install the HDD in place as shown below using the screws.
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3. Once the HDDs are installed into the HDD racks, place the racks back, align them with
the holes on the chassis and tighten the screws.
4. Finally, connect the SATA and SATA power cable to the back of the HDDs Installed.
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2.3 HDD Installation
1. Loosen the four screws holding the DVD-RW rack and remove the DVD-RW rack.
2. Remove the two screws on the DVD-RW rack and split it as the two part shown as
below.
3. Position the two mounting plates on either side of the DVD-RW and then tighten
them with screws.
4. Now place the assembly inside the DVR chassis, align the mounting plates with the
mounting holes on the chassis and screw into place.
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5. Finally, connect the SATA and SATA power cable to the back of the DVD-RW. DVD-
RW Installation is now completed.
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Section3 Menu
3.1 Menu Display
NO. ICON Description
1 TIME System time/ date setup
2 RECORD Recording parameters setup
3 SCHEDULE Weekly recording schedule setup for Schedule recording mode
4 MOTION Motion Area/ Sensitivity setup for Motion recording mode
5 ALARM Alarm input type selection and Buzzer setup
6 NETWORK Network parameters setup
7 ADVANCED Advanced setup for system/ display/ camera/ disk format/ backup
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3.2 Menu Tree
1.TIME
1.1 DATE SETUP
1.2 TIME SETUP
1.3 DATA DISPLAY FORMAT
1.4 TIME DISPLAY FORMAT
1.5 TIME ZONE SETUP
1.6 DAYLIGHT SAVING
2.RECORD
2.1 RESOLUTION
2.2 FPS
2.3 QUALITY
2.4 RECORD MODE
2.5 POST RECORD
2.6 LIVE AUDIO
3.SCHEDULE
4.MOTION
4.1 MOTION CH
4.1 SENSITIVITY
4.3 DETECTION AREA
5.ALARM
5.1 ALARM INPUT
5.2 ALARM OUTPUT 1
5.3 ALARM OUTPUT 2
5.4 BUZZER
5.4.1 KEY TONE
5.4.2 ALARM
5.5 EMAIL NOTIFICATION
6.NETWORK
6.1 IP MODE
6.2 IP ADDRESS
6.3 SUBNET MASK
6.4 GATEWAY
6.5 PORT
6.6 NETWORK
6.7 DDNS
6.8 PPPoE
6.9 EMAIL SETUP
6.10 STREAMING VIDEO RESOLUTION
7.ADVANCED SETUP
7.1 SYSTEM
7.1.1 LANGUAGE
7.1.2 VIDEO FORMAT
7.1.3 DISK OVERWRITE
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7.1.4 SYSTEM INFO
7.1.5 EVENT LOG
7.1.6 FIRMWARE UPDATE
7.1.7 SETTING IMPORT/ EXPORT
7.1.8 USER MANAGEMENT
7.1.9 PERERCORD
7.1.10 DVR NUMBER
7.2 DISPLAY
7.2.1 CAMERA TITLE DISPLAY
7.2.2 RECODE MODE DISPLAY
7.2.3 AUTO-HIDE TOOLBAR
7.2.4 DWELL
7.2.5 DATE TIME POSITION
7.2.6 VGA MONITOR RATIO
7.2.7 RECORD DATE TIME
7.3 CAMERA
7.3.1 CAMERA
7.3.2 CAMERA TITLE
7.3.3 BRIGHTNESS
7.3.4 CONTRAST
7.3.5 HUE
7.3.6 SATURATION
7.3.7 ADVANCED SETUP
7.4 DISK FORMAT
7.5 SEARCH & BACKUP
7.6 ACCOUNT/ PASSWORD
7.7 LOAD FACTORY DEFAULT
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Section4 Menu Setup
For the first time using your DVR, you will want to establish the initial settings. This
includes setting items such as time and date, record parameters, network and so on.
In order to enter Main Menu for setup, first press MENU button of the front panel in DVR.
NOTE: Password is necessary for entering main menu while AdminLock is set as ON
(Default is OFF). AdminLock can be set as ON or OFF in ADVANCED >> SYSTEM
NOTE: Default password is 111111
●To access the DVR Menu, press MENU; To escape MENU, ESC can be used.
●Buttons for movement in Menu are direction buttons. Button for selection is ENTER.
●SAVE & ESC : to return to the previous Menu with saving the values of setup;
●ESC: to return to the previous Menu without saving the values of setup;
●SAVE & EXIT: to return to Live display with saving the values of setup;
●DEFAULT: all the setting values of the page will be returned to initial values.
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4.1 TIME
To access time setup, press ENTER button after moving highlight icon to TIME ICON in
Menu. Time setup menu will appear on monitor shown as below.
1) DATE:
Move Highlight icon to Date in the Time setup menu by using UP or DOWN button. Year,
month and date can be changed after pressing ENTER button. System Date can be input
by OSD keyboard. Number characters can be selected and input by using direction and
ENTER buttons. After inputing the right date, press SAVE & ESC to save it. (Mouse input
is also available)
2) TIME:
Move Highlight icon to Time in the Time setup menu by using UP or DOWN button. Hour,
minute and second can be changed after pressing ENTER button. System Time can be
input by OSD keyboard. Number characters can be selected and input by using direction
and ENTER buttons. After inputing the right date, press SAVE & ESC to save it. (Mouse
input is also available)
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