Apollo RoadRunner MR8 Series User manual

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WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
COMPLIANCE NOTICE OF FCC:
THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE LIMITS FOR A CLASS A DIGITAL
DEVICE, PURSUANT TO PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. THESE LIMITS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE
REASONABLE PROTECTION AGAINST HARMFUL INTERFERENCE WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED
IN A COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES, USES, AND CAN RADIATE RADIO
FREQUENCY ENERGY AND IF NOT INSTALLED AND USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTION
MANUAL, MAY CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS. OPERATION OF THIS
EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, IN WHICH CASE
USERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE AT THEIR OWN EXPENSE.
WARNING: CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE
FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
THIS CLASS OF DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE-
CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.
The information in this manual is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. IDIS Co., Ltd. is not responsible
for any problems resulting from the use thereof. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
Revisions or new editions to this publication may be issued to incorporate such changes.

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Important Safeguards
1. Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the
appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future
reference.
3. Cleaning
Remove the power connector from this equipment before cleaning it.
Do not use liquid aerosol cleaners. Use a damp soft cloth for cleaning.
4. Attachments
Never add any attachments and/or equipment without the approval of
the manufacturer as such additions may result in the risk of fire, electric
shock or other personal injury.
5. Water and/or Moisture
Do not use this equipment near water or in contact with water.
6. Accessories
Do not place this equipment on an unstable cart, stand or table. The
equipment may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the equipment. Wall or shelf mounting should
follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting kit
approved by the manufacturer.
This equipment and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
equipment and cart combination to overturn.
7. Power Sources
This equipment should be operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power,
please consult your equipment dealer or local power company.
8. Power Connector
Operator or installer must remove the power connector before handling
the equipment.
9. Lightning
For added protection for this equipment during a lightning storm, or
when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, uninstall
it and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damage to the equipment due to lightning and power-line surges.
10. Objects and Liquids
Never push objects of any kind through openings of this equipment as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the
equipment.
11. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this equipment yourself. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
12. Damage requiring Service
Remove the power connector from this equipment and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power connector has been damaged.
B. If liquid is spilled, or objects have fallen into the equipment.
C. If the equipment has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the equipment does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by
the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work
by a qualified technician to restore the equipment to its normal
operation.
E. If the equipment has been dropped, or the cabinet damaged.
F. When the equipment exhibits a distinct change in performance ─
this indicates a need for service.
13. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has
used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that have the
same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions
may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
14. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this equipment, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the
equipment is in proper operating condition.
15. Field Installation
This installation should be made by a qualified service person and
should conform to all local codes.
16. Correct Batteries
Warning: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
17. Tmra
A manufacturer’s maximum recommended ambient temperature
(Tmra) for the equipment must be specified so that the customer and
installer may determine a suitable maximum operating environment
for the equipment.
18. Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature
If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating
ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room
ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the
equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s
maximum rated ambient temperature (Tmra).
19. Reduced Air Flow
Installation of the equipment in the rack should be such that the amount
of airflow required for safe operation of the equipment is not
compromised.
20. Mechanical Loading
Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous
condition is not caused by uneven mechanical loading.
21. Circuit Overloading
Consideration should be given to connection of the equipment to
supply circuit and the effect that overloading of circuits might have on
over current protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration
of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this
concern.
22. Reliable Earthing (Grounding)
Reliable grounding of rack mounted equipment should be maintained.
Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than
direct connections to the branch circuit.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 ─Introduction ........................................................................................................ 1
Features................................................................................................................................. 1
Technical Overview................................................................................................................ 1
Chapter 2 ─Installation .......................................................................................................... 3
Package Contents.................................................................................................................. 3
Mounting the DVR.................................................................................................................. 3
Rear Panel Connectors.......................................................................................................... 4
Video Input......................................................................................................................... 4
Audio In/Out....................................................................................................................... 4
Video Out........................................................................................................................... 4
Rotary Timer Switch .......................................................................................................... 5
Alarm Off Switch................................................................................................................ 5
Factory Reset Switch......................................................................................................... 5
RS485 Port ........................................................................................................................ 5
DCP Input .......................................................................................................................... 6
Alarm Input/Output ............................................................................................................ 6
12 VDC Output .................................................................................................................. 6
RS232C Port ..................................................................................................................... 6
Network Port...................................................................................................................... 7
Power In............................................................................................................................. 7
Rear Panel Cover .............................................................................................................. 7
DCP Installation ..................................................................................................................... 8
Installing the Standard DCP .............................................................................................. 8
Installing the Premium DCP .............................................................................................. 9
Chapter 3 ─Configuration ................................................................................................... 11
Front Panel Controls ............................................................................................................ 11
Standard DCP Controls ....................................................................................................... 11
Premium DCP Controls........................................................................................................ 12
Turning on the Power........................................................................................................... 13
Turning off the Power........................................................................................................... 13
Initial Unit Setup................................................................................................................... 13
Entering Setup Menu ........................................................................................................... 14
Setup Screen................................................................................................................... 14
System Menu ....................................................................................................................... 15
Information Setup ............................................................................................................ 15
Date/Time Setup.............................................................................................................. 17
User Setup....................................................................................................................... 20
Shutdown......................................................................................................................... 22
Logout.............................................................................................................................. 22
Network Menu...................................................................................................................... 23
Network Setup ................................................................................................................. 23
Notification Setup ............................................................................................................ 27
Configuring Devices............................................................................................................. 28
Camera Setup ................................................................................................................. 29
Audio Setup ..................................................................................................................... 30
Alarm-Out Setup.............................................................................................................. 31

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Display Setup .................................................................................................................. 32
Remote Control Setup ..................................................................................................... 34
GPS Setup....................................................................................................................... 34
Recording Settings............................................................................................................... 35
Record Setup................................................................................................................... 35
Schedule Setup ............................................................................................................... 36
Pre-Event Setup .............................................................................................................. 37
Event Settings...................................................................................................................... 38
Alarm-In Setup................................................................................................................. 38
Motion Detection Setup ................................................................................................... 40
Video Loss Setup ............................................................................................................ 43
Text-In Setup ................................................................................................................... 45
System Event Setup ........................................................................................................ 48
Event Status Setup.......................................................................................................... 51
Chapter 4 ─Operation .......................................................................................................... 53
Turning on the Power........................................................................................................... 53
Live Monitoring..................................................................................................................... 53
Display Menu................................................................................................................... 54
Color Control ................................................................................................................... 54
Sequence Mode .............................................................................................................. 54
Freeze Mode ................................................................................................................... 55
Zoom Mode...................................................................................................................... 55
PTZ Mode........................................................................................................................ 55
GPS Information .............................................................................................................. 56
Event Monitoring.............................................................................................................. 56
Covert Camera ................................................................................................................ 56
Recording Video .................................................................................................................. 57
Recording Audio .................................................................................................................. 57
Playing Recorded Video ...................................................................................................... 57
Searching Video................................................................................................................... 58
Go to the Date/Time ........................................................................................................ 58
Calendar Search.............................................................................................................. 59
Event Log Search ............................................................................................................ 59
Text-In Search ................................................................................................................. 60
Motion Search ................................................................................................................. 61
Clip-Copy Screen ............................................................................................................ 62
Appendix A ─Power Conditioner........................................................................................ 65
Appendix B ─USB Hard Disk Drive Preparation ............................................................... 66
Preparing the USB-IDE hard disk drive in Windows 2000................................................... 66
Preparing the USB-IDE hard disk drive in Windows 98....................................................... 66
Appendix C ─Text-In Query Examples............................................................................... 67
Query Example I .................................................................................................................. 67
Query Example II ................................................................................................................. 68
Appendix D ─Time Overlap................................................................................................. 69

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Appendix E ─Playback on PC with USB Interface............................................................ 69
Appendix F ─Connector Pin Outs ...................................................................................... 70
I/O Connector Pin Outs........................................................................................................ 70
RS485 Connector Pin Outs ................................................................................................. 70
Appendix G ─Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 70
Appendix H ─Map of Screens ............................................................................................. 71
Appendix I ─System Log Notices....................................................................................... 72
Appendix J ─Error Code Notices ....................................................................................... 72
Appendix K ─Specifications ............................................................................................... 73

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List of Illustrations
Figure 1 ─Typical DVR installation ................................................................................................... 2
Figure 2 ─Floor Mounting ................................................................................................................. 3
Figure 3 ─Ceiling Mounting .............................................................................................................. 3
Figure 4 ─DVR rear panel ................................................................................................................ 4
Figure 5 ─Standard DCP Installation................................................................................................ 8
Figure 6 ─Premium DCP Installation................................................................................................ 9
Figure 7 ─DVR front panel ............................................................................................................. 11
Figure 8 ─Standard DCP................................................................................................................ 11
Figure 9 ─Premium DCP (Optional) ............................................................................................... 12
Figure 10 ─Virtual Keyboard .......................................................................................................... 13
Figure 11 ─Live Monitoring Menu................................................................................................... 14
Figure 12 ─Login screen ................................................................................................................ 14
Figure 13 ─Setup screen................................................................................................................ 14
Figure 14 ─System Menu ............................................................................................................... 15
Figure 15 ─Information screen ....................................................................................................... 15
Figure 16 ─Upgrade screen ........................................................................................................... 16
Figure 17 ─Setup Import screen..................................................................................................... 16
Figure 18 ─Setup Export screen .................................................................................................... 16
Figure 19 ─System Log screen ...................................................................................................... 16
Figure 20 ─Date/Time setup screen............................................................................................... 17
Figure 21 ─Holiday setup screen ................................................................................................... 18
Figure 22 ─Time Sync. screen ....................................................................................................... 18
Figure 23 ─Storage Information screen.......................................................................................... 19
Figure 24 ─Device Format screen.................................................................................................. 19
Figure 25 ─Device Information screen ........................................................................................... 19
Figure 26 ─Storage Status screen ................................................................................................. 20
Figure 27 ─User setup screen........................................................................................................ 20
Figure 28 ─New Group setup screen ............................................................................................. 21
Figure 29 ─New User setup screen................................................................................................ 22
Figure 30 ─Shutdown screen ......................................................................................................... 22
Figure 31 ─Logout screen .............................................................................................................. 22
Figure 32 ─Network Menu.............................................................................................................. 23
Figure 33 ─Network setup screen .................................................................................................. 23
Figure 34 ─LAN setup screen ........................................................................................................ 24
Figure 35 ─Port Numbers setup screen ......................................................................................... 25
Figure 36 ─Modem setup screen ................................................................................................... 25
Figure 37 ─DVRNS setup screen................................................................................................... 26
Figure 38 ─Notification Mail setup screen ...................................................................................... 27
Figure 39 ─Authentication setup screen......................................................................................... 27
Figure 40 ─Notification Callback setup screen............................................................................... 28
Figure 41 ─Devices Menu. ............................................................................................................. 28
Figure 42 ─Camera setup screen................................................................................................... 29
Figure 43 ─Camera PTZ setup screen........................................................................................... 29
Figure 44 ─PTZ Device list............................................................................................................. 30
Figure 45 ─Port Setup window ....................................................................................................... 30
Figure 46 ─Audio setup screen ...................................................................................................... 30
Figure 47 ─Alarm-Out Settings screen........................................................................................... 31
Figure 48 ─Alarm-Out Schedule screen......................................................................................... 31
Figure 49 ─Display OSD screen..................................................................................................... 32
Figure 50 ─OSD Margin screen ..................................................................................................... 33
Figure 51 ─Main Monitor screen .................................................................................................... 33

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Figure 52 ─Remote Control setup screen ...................................................................................... 34
Figure 53 ─GPS setup screen........................................................................................................ 34
Figure 54 ─Record menu ............................................................................................................... 35
Figure 55 ─Record setup screen.................................................................................................... 35
Figure 56 ─Schedule setup screen ................................................................................................ 36
Figure 57 ─Default setup screen .................................................................................................... 37
Figure 58 ─Pre-Event setup screen ............................................................................................... 37
Figure 59 ─Event menu.................................................................................................................. 38
Figure 60 ─Alarm-In Settings screen.............................................................................................. 38
Figure 61 ─Alarm-In Actions 1 screen............................................................................................ 39
Figure 62 ─Alarm-In Notify menu ................................................................................................... 39
Figure 63 ─Alarm-In Actions 2 screen............................................................................................ 40
Figure 64 ─Motion Detection Settings screen ................................................................................ 40
Figure 65 ─Motion Detection Sensitivity screen ............................................................................. 40
Figure 66 ─Motion Detection Zone screen ..................................................................................... 41
Figure 67 ─Motion Detection Zone menu....................................................................................... 41
Figure 68 ─Motion Detection Min. Blocks screen........................................................................... 41
Figure 69 ─Daytime Setup screen.................................................................................................. 41
Figure 70 ─Motion Detection Actions 1 screen .............................................................................. 42
Figure 71 ─Motion Detection Actions 2 screen .............................................................................. 43
Figure 72 ─Video Loss Settings screen ......................................................................................... 43
Figure 73 ─Video Loss Actions 1 screen........................................................................................ 44
Figure 74 ─Video Loss Actions 2 screen........................................................................................ 45
Figure 75 ─Text-In Settings screen ................................................................................................ 45
Figure 76 ─Text-In Device Settings screen .................................................................................... 46
Figure 77 ─Text-In Actions 1 screen .............................................................................................. 47
Figure 78 ─Text-In Actions 2 screen .............................................................................................. 48
Figure 79 ─Health Check screen.................................................................................................... 48
Figure 80 ─Check Recording screen.............................................................................................. 49
Figure 81 ─Storage screen............................................................................................................. 49
Figure 82 ─S.M.A.R.T Setup screen .............................................................................................. 49
Figure 83 ─System Event Actions screen ...................................................................................... 50
Figure 84 ─Event Status screen..................................................................................................... 51
Figure 85 ─Live Monitoring menu................................................................................................... 53
Figure 86 ─Display menu ............................................................................................................... 54
Figure 87 ─PTZ menu .................................................................................................................... 55
Figure 88 ─PTZ Preset screen ....................................................................................................... 56
Figure 89 ─Preset View screen ...................................................................................................... 56
Figure 90 ─Playback toolbar .......................................................................................................... 58
Figure 91 ─Search menu................................................................................................................ 58
Figure 92 ─Go to the Date/Time screen......................................................................................... 58
Figure 93 ─Calendar Search screen .............................................................................................. 59
Figure 94 ─Event Log Search screen............................................................................................. 59
Figure 95 ─Event Log Search Option screen ................................................................................. 60
Figure 96 ─Text-In Search screen.................................................................................................. 60
Figure 97 ─Text-In Search Option screen...................................................................................... 61
Figure 98 ─Motion Search screen .................................................................................................. 61
Figure 99 ─Motion Search Option screen ...................................................................................... 62
Figure 100 ─Clip-Copy screen ....................................................................................................... 62

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Chapter 1 ─Introduction
Features
Your mobile color DVR is designed for mass transit use and operates using 9 to 30 volts DC, which
makes it compatible with the typical 12 VDC and 24 VDC power systems found in buses. The DVR
provides viewing and recording capabilities for four or eight cameras or other video sources. It provides
exceptional picture quality in both live and playback modes, and offers the following features:
y9 to 30 VDC Operation
yVibration Isolation Mounting Bracket
yRemovable Hard Disk Drive
yLock & Key Power Switch
ySelectable Recording Time After Ignition Switch Is Turned Off
y4 or 8 Composite Video Input Connectors
yCompatible with Color (NTSC or PAL) and B&W (CCIR and EIA-170) Video Sources
yAuto Detection for NTSC and PAL
yCompact Size
yMultiple Search Engines (Date/Time, Calendar, Event)
yRecords up to 120/100 Images per Second (NTSC/PAL)
yContinuous Recording in Disk Overwrite Mode
y2 USB 2.0 Ports for data extractions and software upgrade
yContinues Recording while Transmitting to Remote Site and during Playback
yUser-friendly Graphical User Interface (GUI) Menu System
yMultiple Recording Modes (Time-lapse, Pre-event, Alarm, Motion and Panic)
y2-Channel Audio Recording and 1-Channel Audio Playback
ySupports GPS Input
yText Input for ATM, POS
yAlarm Connections Include: Input, Output and Reset Input
yLive or Recorded Video Access via Ethernet or Modem
yTime Synchronization using industry standard protocol
ySelf-diagnostics with automatic notification including hard disk drive S.M.A.R.T. protocol
Technical Overview
The DVR converts analog NTSC or PAL video to digital images and records them on a hard disk drive.
Using a hard disk drive allows you to access recorded video almost instantaneously; there is no need to
rewind tape. The technology also allows you to view recorded video while the DVR continues recording
video.
There is no need to adjust tracking. You can freeze frames, fast forward, fast reverse, slow forward and
slow reverse without image streaking or tearing. Digital video can be indexed by time or events, and you
can instantly view video after selecting the time or event.
Your DVR can be set up for event or time-lapse recording. You can define times to record, and the
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The DVR can be set up to alert you when the hard disk drive is full, or it can be set to record over the
oldest video once the disk is full.
Your DVR uses a proprietary encryption scheme making it nearly impossible to alter video.
You can view video and control your DVR remotely by connecting via Ethernet. There are two USB
ports that can be used to upgrade the system or copy video clips to external hard disk, CD-RW and flash
drives.
NOTE: This manual covers the 4- and 8-channel digital video recorders. The DVRs are identical
except for the number of cameras and alarms that can be connected and the number of cameras
that can be displayed. For simplicity, the illustrations and descriptions in this manual refer to the
8-camera model.
Figure 1 ─Typical DVR installation

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Chapter 2 ─Installation
Package Contents
The package contains the following:
yDigital Video Recorder
yPower Cable
yStandard DCP (Driver Control Panel) and DCP Cable
yUser’s Manual (This Document)
yRAS Software CD and User’s Manual
yMount Kit
Mounting the DVR
WARNING: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE DVR IS MOUNTED IN A LOCATION WHERE IT
CANNOT BREAK LOOSE AND CAUSE INJURY IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. DO
NOT MOUNT THE DVR ON A CARPET OR OTHER SOFT SURFACE THAT MIGHT BLOCK
VENTILATION HOLES. IF YOU ARE INSTALLING THE DVR IN AN ENCLOSED AREA,
MAKE CERTAIN THERE IS ADEQUATE VENTILATION.
CAUTION: The DVR must be mounted level using the floor bracket to attach it to the
floor or the ceiling bracket to attach it to the ceiling. The DVR must NOT be mounted on
its side or upside down. The vibration isolating mounts are not designed to support the
DVR if it is mounted on its side or upside down.
Figure 2 ─Floor Mounting
Figure 3 ─Ceiling Mounting
CAUTION: Both types of racks must be attached so that the rubber collars of the
vibration isolation mounts are under the DVR and above the rack as shown in both
illustrations. Attaching the racks in any other manner can cause the isolation mounts to
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Rear Panel Connectors
Figure 4 ─DVR rear panel
Video Input Audio In/Out Video Out Rotary Timer Switch
Alarm Off Switch Factory Reset Switch RS485 Port DCP Input
Alarm Input/Output 12 VDC Output RS232C Port Network Port
Power In (9 to 30 VDC)
Your DVR can be used with either NTSC or PAL equipment.
NOTE: You cannot mix NTSC and PAL equipment. For example you cannot use a PAL camera
and an NTSC monitor.
Video Input
Connect the coaxial cables from the video sources to the BNC Video In connectors.
Audio In/Out
NOTE: It is the user’s responsibility to determine if local laws and regulations permit recording
audio.
NOTE: The DVR does not have amplified audio output, so you will need a speaker with an
amplifier. The DVR does not have a pre-amplifier for audio input, so the audio input should be
from an amplified source, not directly from a microphone.
Video Out
Your DVR can record audio from up to two sources. Connect the audio sources
to Audio In 1 and Audio In 2 as needed using BNC jacks. Connect Audio Out
to your amplifier.
Connect the main monitor to the Video Out connector.

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Rotary Timer Switch
0: Timer switch is not set. 5: 30-second delay boot and 15-minute delay shutdown
1: Two-minute delay shutdown 6: 30-minute delay shutdown
2:30-second delay boot and two-minute delay shutdown 7: One-hour delay shutdown
3: Five-minute delay shutdown 8: Two-hour delay shutdown
4: 15-minute delay shutdown 9: Eight-hour delay shutdown
Alarm Off Switch
Factory Reset Switch
CAUTION: When using the Factory Reset, you will lose any settings you have saved. If
you want to use the same DVR name registered on the DVRNS server after initializing
the system using the factory reset, you need to contact the DVRNS server manager.
Please record and save the help desk information before factory reset.
To reset the unit, you will need a straightened paperclip:
1. Turn the DVR off.
2. Turn it on again.
3. While the DVR is initializing, poke the straightened paperclip to the unlabeled hole in the right of
the RS485 connectors.
4. Hold the switch until the DVR is completely initialized.
NOTE: When the DVR successfully resets to factory defaults its live video will begin showing on
the monitor.
5. Release the reset switch. All of the DVR’s settings are now at the original settings it had when it
left the factory.
RS485 Port
The Rotary Timer sets how long it will delay to boot or shutdown the system operation after
the ignition switch is turned on or off. The white arrow indicates which number is selected,
and each digit on the rotary timer indicates as following:
Pressing the Alarm Off switch on the back panel resets any active alarms (outputs and DCP
buzzer).
The DVR has a Factory Reset switch to the right of the RS485 connectors in the rear
panel. This switch will only be used on the rare occasions that you want to return all the
settings to the original factory settings.
The DVR can be controlled remotely by an external device or control system, such as a control
keyboard, using RS485 half-duplex serial communications signals. The RS485 connector can
also be used to control PTZ (pan, tilt, zoom) cameras. Connect TX+/RX+ and TX-/RX- of the
control system to the RX+/ TX+ and RX-/TX- (respectively) of the DVR. See Chapter 3 ─
Configuration and the PTZ camera or remote controller manufacture’s manual for configuring
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DCP Input
Alarm Input/Output
NOTE: To make connections on the Alarm Connector Strip, press and hold the button and insert
the wire in the hole below the button. After releasing the button, tug gently on the wire to make
certain it is connected. To disconnect a wire, press and hold the button above the wire and pull
out the wire.
y1 to 8 (Alarm-In):You can use external devices to signal the DVR to react to events. Mechanical or
electrical switches can be wired to the alarm-in port and G(Ground) connectors. The threshold voltage
is 4.3V and should be stable at least 0.5 seconds to be detected. See Chapter 3 ─Configuration for
configuring alarm input.
yNC/NO (Alarm-Out): The DVR can activate external devices such as buzzers or lights. Connect the
device to the C(Common) and NC (Normally Closed) or Cand NO (Normally Open) connectors.
NC/NO is a relay output which sinks 0.5A@125VAC and 1A@30VDC. See Chapter 3 ─
Configuration for configuring alarm output.
yARI (Alarm Reset In): An external signal to the Alarm Reset In can be used to reset the Alarm Out
signal. Mechanical or electrical switches can be wired to the ARI (Alarm Reset In) and G(Ground)
connectors. The threshold voltage is below 0.3V and should be stable at least 0.5 seconds to be
detected. Connect the wires to the ARI (Alarm Reset In) and G(Ground) connectors.
yG (Ground): Connect the ground side of the Alarm input and/or alarm output to the G connector.
NOTE: All the connectors marked G are common.
12 VDC Output
The DVR has a 12 VDC output terminal strip. This is enough to power eight cameras and one additional
device such as the DCP.
RS232C Port
NOTE: The DVR is not supplied with a modem cable, and many modems are not supplied with
cables. Make certain you have the correct cable when purchasing the modem.
Use the enclosed bracket to mount the DCP (Driver Control Panel). Refer to the DCP
Installation section in this chapter for details.
An RS232 port is provided to connect an external modem for remote monitoring,
configuration and software upgrades, and to connect a remote control keyboard. Use a
modem cable with a DB-9S (female) connector to connect to the DVR. See Chapter 3
─Configuration for configuring the modem.

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Network Port
CAUTION: The network connector is not designed to be connected directly with cable or
wire intended for outdoor use.
Power In
CAUTION: When the power supply does not meet the requirement (9 ~ 30VDC, 10A) during
operation, a surge or a reverse voltage might damage the DVR. Install the power conditioner
to connect the power cable to the DVR when a surge or a reverse voltage is expected based
on the ISO 7637-2 standard. Refer to the Appendix A – Power Conditioner for details of
installing the power conditioner.
NOTE: You must use fuses that can handle the DVR and all of the 12 VDC cameras and
accessories attached to it. The DVR draws 6 Amps at 12 VDC and 3 Amps at 24 VDC. The
maximum total load that can be drawn from the 12 VDC terminal strip is 2.5 Amps.
NOTE: AWG #18 wire should be used as a minimum to connect all pins on the power connector.
The DVR will operate on a wide range of mass transit vehicles. It will accept power inputs ranging from
9 to 30 VDC. This allows it to operate on both 12 and 24 volt systems. The power connector has six pins.
Pins 1 and 2 should be connected to a fuse that is connected to the positive (+) power bus bar that is turned
on when the ignition switch is in the Accessory position. Although it is possible to connect only one of
the two pins, it is recommended to use two wires to create a more stable current path.
CAUTION: Even if you do not plan to use the delayed shut-off feature, it is important to
connect Pins 3 and 4. The DVR uses power from these pins for purposes in addition to
delayed shut off, and it will not function properly if they are not connected.
Pins 3 and 4 should be connected to fuses that are connected directly to the positive (+) battery power bus
bar. These pins provide power to the DVR when the ignition switch is turned off. The DVR will continue
to record based on the setting of the Rotary Switch. Although it is possible to connect only one of the two
pins, it is recommended to use two wires to create a more stable current path.
Pins 5 and 6 should be connected directly to ground (-). Although it is possible to connect only one of the
two pins, it is recommended to use two wires to create a more stable current path.
Rear Panel Cover
Once all necessary connections have been made, attach the rear panel cover to the DVR. This will
prevent tampering by unauthorized persons.
The DVR can be networked using the 10/100Mb Ethernet connector. Connect a Cat5
cable with an RJ-45 jack to the DVR connector. The DVR can be networked with a
computer for remote monitoring, searching, configuration and software upgrades. See
Chapter 3 ─Configuration for configuring the Ethernet connections.
Connect the power connector to the DVR.

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DCP Installation
Use the enclosed bracket to mount the DCP. It should be mounted so that it is within easy reach of the
operator and close enough to the DVR for the cable to reach the connectors.
WARNING: IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT THE DCP, BRACKET AND CABLE DO
NOT INTERFERE WITH ANY OF THE VEHICLE’S CONTROLS. IT IS ALSO IMPORTANT
THAT THEY DO NOT BLOCK THE DRIVER’S VIEW OR REACH. FAILING TO HEED
THESE WARNINGS COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH.
Installing the Standard DCP
Figure 5 ─Standard DCP Installation
Connecting the DB-9 Connector
Connect the DB-9 connector to the back of the DCP
Connecting the Wires
Connect the individual wires to the terminal strip connectors as shown below.
NOTE: Both of the “C” terminals should be connected to ground. It does not matter which ground
(“G”) connector is used.
White wire Panic
Yellow wire Alarm Reset Input
Green wire NO (1)
Blue wire NO (2)
Red wire 12VDC Out
Black wire Ground (G)

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Installing the Premium DCP
NOTE: The premium DCP is available only with the 4-channel DVR, and it is not supplied with the
DVR. Ask your dealer or distributor about the purchase of the premium DCP.
Figure 6 ─Premium DCP Installation
Connecting the DB-9 Connector
Connect the DB-9 connector to the back of the DCP
Connect the other DB-9 connector to the RS232C port on the back of the
DVR.
Connecting the Wires
The red and black wires are connected to the 12 VDC power strip as shown below.
Red wire 12VDC Out
Black wire Ground (G)
Connecting the Monitor and Amplifier
You can connect a monitor and amplifier to the DCP.
yWhen connecting a monitor to the DCP, connect it to the Video
Out BNC on the DCP and connect a cable with BNC connectors
between the Video Out on the DVR and the Video In on the
DCP.
yWhen connecting an amplifier to the DCP, connect the Audio
Out of the DVR to the Audio In on the DCP and connect the
Audio Out on the DCP to the Audio In on the amplifier. (Most
monitors that have audio inputs have internal amplifiers.)
NOTE: You can use a portable monitor to set up the DVR and then disconnect it from the DCP for
normal operation.

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NOTE: The Audio connectors on both the DVR and Premium DCP are BNCs. This is to prevent the
connectors from coming loose from normal vibration during vehicle operation.
WARNING: IF YOU ARE GOING TO LEAVE THE MONITOR CONNECTED TO THE DVR
DURING NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION, IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT THE
MONITOR, AMPLIFIER, AND CABLES DO NOT INTERFERE WITH ANY OF THE
VEHICLE’S CONTROLS. IT IS ALSO IMPORTANT THAT THEY DO NOT BLOCK THE
DRIVER’S VIEW OR REACH. FAILING TO HEED THESE WARNINGS COULD CAUSE AN
ACCIDENT CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Your DVR is now ready to operate. Refer to Chapter 3 ─Configuration and Chapter 4 ─Operation.