Avermedia AVerDiGi MOB1304 NET User manual

AVerMedia®
AVerDiGi MOB1304 NET
User Manual
Mar. 2010

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OF WITH YOUR OTHER HOUSEHOLD WASTE. INSTEAD, YOU NEED TO DISPOSE OF THE WASTE
EQUIPMENT BY HANDING IT OVER TO A DESIGNATED COLLECTION POINT FOR THE RECYCLING OF
WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT WHERE TO
DROP OFF YOUR WASTE EQUIPMENT FOR RECYCLING, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR HOUSEHOLD WASTE
DISPOSAL SERVICE OR THE SHOP WHERE YOU PURCHASED THE PRODUCT.

SAFTETY WARNING
WARNING
TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
IF THERE IS ANY DAMAGE, SHORTAGE OR INAPPROPRIATE ITEM IN THE
PACKAGE, PLEASE CONTACT WITH YOUR LOCAL DEALER. WARRANTY VOID
FOR ANY UNAUTHORIZED PRODUCT MODIFICATION.
CAUTION
DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
NOTICE
-INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT
NOTICE.
-THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR
REFERENCT ONLY.

SAFETY PRECAUTION
Refer all work related to the installation of this product to qualified service personnel or system
installers.
Do not block the ventilation opening or slots on the cover.
Do not drop metallic parts through slots. This could permanently damage the appliance. Turn the
power off immediately and contact qualified service personnel for service.
Do not attempt to disassemble the appliance. To prevent electric shock, do not remove screws or
covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Contact qualified service personnel for
maintenance. Handle the appliance with care. Do not strike or shake, as this may damage the
appliance.
Do not expose the appliance to water or moisture, nor try to operate it in wet areas. Do take
immediate action if the appliance becomes wet. Turn the power off and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel. Moisture may damage the appliance and also cause electric shock.
Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning the appliance body. Use a dry cloth to clean
the appliance when it is dirty. When the dirt is hard to remove, use a mild detergent and wipe gently.
Do not overload outlets and extension cords as this may result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Do not operate the appliance beyond its specified temperature, humidity or power source ratings. Do
not use the appliance in an extreme environment where high temperature or high humidity exists. Use
the appliance at temperature within indoor type DVR for 45°C and 5°C and humidity below 90%.
Read Instruction ：All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is
operated.
Retain Instructions ：The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings：All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
Follow Instructions：All operating and use instructions should be followed.
Cleaning：Unplug the unit from the outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning
Attachments：Do not use attachment not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may
cause hazards.
Water and Moisture：Do not use this unit near water-for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, in an unprotected outdoor installation,
or any area which is classified as a wet location.
Servicing：Do not attempt to service this unit by yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction.......................................................................................1
1.1 Package Content............................................................................................................1
1.1.1 Optional Accessories..................................................................................................2
1.2 Front Panel.....................................................................................................................2
1.3 Back Panel .....................................................................................................................3
1.4 Setting Up the DVR Unit.................................................................................................4
1.4.1 Installing the Hard Disk ..............................................................................................4
1.4.2 Mounting the DVR Unit ..............................................................................................6
1.4.2.1 Installing the lower Z-brackets................................................................................6
1.4.2.2 Installing the Upper Z-brackets...............................................................................6
1.4.3 Connecting Devices...................................................................................................7
1.4.3.1 Install on the Bus....................................................................................................8
1.4.3.2 Install on the Car ....................................................................................................9
1.4.4 Connecting the Sensor/Relay/RS485 Device...........................................................10
1.4.4.1 Audio, Sensor, Relay and RS485 pinhole allocation.............................................10
1.5 Familiarizing the Remote Control Buttons ....................................................................12
1.5.1 Using AB Segment Function ....................................................................................14
1.5.2 Using USB Backup Button .......................................................................................15
1.6 Controlling PTZ Camera...............................................................................................16
1.6.1 To Enter the PTZ Mode............................................................................................16
1.6.2 To Set Preset Position..............................................................................................17
1.6.3 To Control PTZ Camera ...........................................................................................17
Chapter 2 Operating the MOB1304 NET ......................................................... 18
2.1 Using the MOB1304 NET for the First Time .................................................................18
2.2 Surveillance Screen......................................................................................................19
2.3 Playback the Video.......................................................................................................22
2.3.1 To Playback Video....................................................................................................22
2.4 Using the GPS Function...............................................................................................24
2.4.1 Installing the GPS Device.........................................................................................24
2.4.2 Enabling the GPS Function......................................................................................25
2.4.3 Viewing the GPS Information...................................................................................26
Chapter 3 OSD Navigation Tree....................................................................... 34
3.1 Menu Function..............................................................................................................38
Chapter 4 Using the USB Playback Console.................................................. 57
4.1 Recommended system requirements...........................................................................57
4.2 Installing the USB Playback Console............................................................................57
4.3 Running the USB Playback Console ............................................................................58
4.3.1 To Cut and Save the Portion of the Recorded Video................................................60
4.3.2 Playback DVR Recorded File from Hard Disk..........................................................61
4.3.3 Playback Backup File(*.dvr).....................................................................................62

4.3.4 View the KML File on Google Earth .........................................................................63
Chapter 5 Backup Recorded Video File.......................................................... 64
5.1 Familiarizing with HDD Backup Application..................................................................64
5.1.1 To Backup Recorded Video File...............................................................................65
Chapter 6 ImageVerification ............................................................................ 66
6.1 To Run the ImageVerification........................................................................................66
Chapter 7 iEnhance.......................................................................................... 67
7.1 To Use iStable...............................................................................................................68
Chapter 8 Using the Remote Programs.......................................................... 69
8.1 Familiarizing the WebViewer Buttons...........................................................................71
8.1.1 To Setup Remote System Setting ............................................................................73
8.1.1.1 System Setup.......................................................................................................73
8.1.1.2 Camera Setup ......................................................................................................75
8.1.1.3 Record Setup........................................................................................................76
8.1.1.4 Alarm Setup..........................................................................................................78
8.1.1.5 Network Setup......................................................................................................80
8.1.1.6 User Setup............................................................................................................82
8.2 Familiarizing the WebViewer PTZ Buttons ...................................................................83
8.3 Familiarizing the Remote Console Buttons...................................................................84
8.3.1 To Setup Remote Console Setting...........................................................................85
8.4 Using the Remote Playback .........................................................................................87
8.4.1 Familiarizing the Local Playback Buttons.................................................................89
8.4.1.1 To Cut and Save the Wanted Portion of the Recorded Video...............................91
8.4.1.2 To Search Using the Visual Search ......................................................................92
8.4.1.3 To Search Using the Intelligent Search.................................................................93
8.4.2 Familiarizing the Download and Playback Buttons...................................................94

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Chapter 1 Introduction
AVerDiGi MOB1304 NET is a 4-channel stand-alone DVR unit for mobile solution that can be
installed on the vehicle for security monitoring. It provides real-time monitoring and digital
recording of surveillance video. Up to 4 video cameras and 4 sensor devices can be hooked up
to this DVR unit. It also provides one audio input and output channel.
DVR unit can be controlled through LCM with remote control. Also, With the On-Screen-Display
(OSD) menu, user can customize video recording setting, sensor and alarm settings, password
protection, hard drive recycling, and more.
Surveillance video is recorded in high-quality MPEG4 format. Three recording modes are
supported; D1 Enhance mode can record video from each video camera in higher resolution at
30/25 fps and D1 mode can record video from each video camera in higher resolution at 60/50
fps and CIF Mode can record video in lower resolution and up to 120/100 fps (NTSC/PAL).
1.1 Package Content
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(1) AVerDiGi MOB1304 NET unit
(2) Remote control (batteries included)
(3) USB cable
(4) Software CD (User Manual included)
(5) Z-bracket x 2 (including 4 screws)
(6) Removable hard disk drawer accessories (with spare screws)
(7) Power cable
(8) SATA cable
(9) An extended IR sensor cable

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1.1.1 Optional Accessories
3G USB Dongle
(for 3G function)
GPS receiver
(for GPS function)
1.2 Front Panel
Name
Function
(1) SATA removable HDD
Drawer
For installing 2.5”or 3.5”SATA hard disk
The DVR unit supports hot swap of hard disk. User can unlock the hard
disk key lock and swap the hard disk while the DVR unit is running. The
DVR system will stop recording and shutdown hard disk when the hard
disk key lock is unlocked. Remove the hard disk when the hard disk stops
message display on the monitor/LCM panel.
(2) Key lock of hard disk
drawer
Lock/unlock the hard disk drawer
(3) Ethernet port
For Internet connection
(4) USB port
Connect to PC/NB for video backup or playback
(5) USB 2.0 Port
-To connect pen drive / external hard disk for backup
-To connect mouse for OSD menu controlling
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The pen drive/ external hard disk must be in FAT32 format.
(6) Power switch
Power on / off the DVR unit
(7) IR sensor
Receive signal from the remote control to operate the unit
(8) IR sensor port
To connect an extended IR sensor cable
(9) HDD LED
Indicate running state of the hard disk. Lights when the HDD is running
(10) DVR power LED
Lights when the unit is on
(11) GPS connector
To connect the GPS device
(12) LCM display panel
-To configure DVR unit without connecting to monitor
-To display system status and setup message

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1.3 Back Panel
Name
Function
(1) Power cable
Connecting the power cord. The power cord divide into 4 lines and each line has
sticker on it for function description.
GND (Black): Power connecting negative(-)and camera negative(-)
12V~24V(Red): Power connecting positive(+)
ACC(Green): Connect with the ACC line of vehicle
12V Out(Yellow): Camera connecting positive(+)
(2) CH1
Input the video camera signal and display it on channel 1
(3) CH2
Input the video camera signal and display it on channel 2
(4) CH3
Input the video camera signal and display it on channel 3
(5) CH4
Input the video camera signal and display it on channel 4
(6) Video Out (BNC)
Output the video signal to a TV(Call Monitor)
The DVR unit supports dual video output –Video Out and VGA Out.
(7) VGA Out
Output the video signal to a LCD monitor
(8) Audio In(4CH)
Input the audio signal from a microphone or audio input device.
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Microphone with its own power supply is necessary and the internal
amplification must be used.
(9) Audio Out(1CH)
Output the audio signal to a speaker
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The audio out device with its own power supply is necessary.
(10) Sensor In
Support 4 sensor device
(11) Alarm Out
Support 1 relay device (Relay: 1A @ 125V AC/30V DC)
(12) RS485
For PTZ camera connection

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1.4 Setting Up the DVR Unit
1.4.1 Installing the Hard Disk
The DVR unit allows you to install one SATA hard disk.
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-For hard disk spec, please referring to http://www.avermedia.com/AVerDiGi/ →Products
→Mobile DVR →AVerDiGi MOB1304 NET →Hardware Recommendations
-The DVR unit support hot swapping. Therefore, user can swap the hard disk without
shutdown the DVR unit.
The “compatible hard disks” indicated in the above recommendation list only means that these
commercially available hard disks were tested with AVerMedia products and functioned well
under normal operation conditions. AVerMedia does not guarantee or provide warranties,
explicitly, implied or statutory with respect to the reliability of the hard disk function or its
compatibility. In no event AVerMedia shall be liable for damages, with respect to any business
interruption of clients, lost profits, loss of programs or other data on your information handling
system or otherwise. This includes direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential
damages, resulting from the incompatibility caused by the usage of these hard disks, even if
AVerMedia has expressly advised about the risk of such damages. The entire risk arising out of
the use of any information attached here with is borne by the recipient.
Follow the illustrated instructions below to install the hard disk:
1. Using key to unlock the hard disk key lock
2. Pull removable hard disk drawer out
3. Connect the SATA cable to the connector that inside
of hard disk drawer.
4. Connect another side of SATA cable to the hard
disk.

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5. Connect the power connector to the hard disk. And
then, put the hard disk inside the hard disk drawer
carefully. Please watch out the SATA cable when
put the hard disk into the hard disk drawer.
6. Using the both hand to hold and turn the hard disk
drawer over carefully. And then, adjust the hard disk
to appropriate position and secure the hard disk with
4 screws on the hard disk drawer.
7. Slide the hard disk drawer back into DVR unit.
8. Using key to lock the hard disk key lock
9. You may now connect all the devices, cables, and power. When the power is connected, the Power LED light
turns on

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1.4.2 Mounting the DVR Unit
The DVR unit can be mounted in two ways. User can uses the Z-brackets (4 screws included) to
mount the DVR unit as the figure below shown.
1.4.2.1 Installing the lower Z-brackets
1. Screwed the Z-bracket for both side.
2. Finished look
1.4.2.2 Installing the Upper Z-brackets
1. Screwed the Z-bracket for both side.
2. Finished look

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1.4.3 Connecting Devices
The following figure is a sample of DVR unit with all devices‟ connection:
-To avoid installing the MOB DVR unit in moisture location.
-To make sure the install location provides sufficient ventilation to keep proper operating
temperature between 45°C and 5°C.
-Leave a front space that is enough for sliding removable hard disk drawer in and out.
-Secure the MOB DVR unit to avoid unauthorized person to damage or tamper the unit,
wires, cameras, and any accessories.

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1.4.3.1 Install on the Bus
DVR Install Location:
Under driver seat
top or under storage box
Do not install DVR unit near the door side and on the floor, those locations are high quake
spot and are easily to damage the DVR unit.
Circuit diagram:

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Camera/LCD Monitor Install Location:
LCD Monitor
Camera
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-The LCD monitor power can connect to the ignition of bus.
-The camera power is connected to the DVR camera power cable and plugs the video cable
into DVR video input.
1.4.3.2 Install on the Car
DVR Install Location:
Under driver seat
top or under storage box Hang inside the truck
Under passenger seat
Circuit diagram:

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Camera/LCD Monitor Install Location:
LCD Monitor
Camera
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-The LCD monitor power can connect to the ignition of bus.
-The camera power is connected to the DVR camera power cable and plugs the video cable
into DVR video input.
1.4.4 Connecting the Sensor/Relay/RS485 Device
The Sensor and Alarm ports enable you to connect (4) sensor inputs and (1) relay outputs. Just
connect the external sensor and relay pin directly to the pinhole. The RS485 ports allows user to
connect the PTZ camera to the DVR unit. Check the table below and locate which pinhole is
assigned to sensor input, relay output, or RS485.
1.4.4.1 Audio, Sensor, Relay and RS485 pinhole allocation
Audio in and out pinhole:
Pin #
Definition
1
Audio 1 input signal +
2
Audio 1 input signal -
3
Audio 2 input signal +
4
Audio 2 input signal -
5
Audio 3 input signal +
6
Audio 3 input signal -
7
Audio 4 input signal +
8
Audio 4 input signal -
9
Audio output signal +
10
Audio output signal -

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Sensor in and Alarm pinhole:
The signal from the sensor (i.e., infrared sensors, smoke detectors, proximity sensors, door
sensors, etc.) is being transmitted to the unit and this triggers the system to respond and send
signal to relay device (i.e., alarm, telephone etc).
Pin #
Definition
11
Sensor 1 signal
12
Sensor 1 Ground signal
13
Sensor 2 signal
14
Sensor 2 Ground signal
15
Sensor 3 signal
16
Sensor 3 Ground signal
17
Sensor 4 signal
18
Sensor 4 Ground signal
19
Relay signal
20
Relay signal
RS-485 pinhole:
When connect PTZ camera through RS485 interface, please refer to the following pin definition to
connect the DVR and PTZ.
Pin #
DVR site
PTZ site
TX+
RS485 TX+ signal
RS485 RX+ signal
TX-
RS485 TX- signal
RS485 RX- signal
RX+
RS485 RX+ signal
RS485 TX+ signal
RX-
RS485 RX- signal
RS485 TX- signal
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If user uses the 2 wires for the PTZ camera connection, please connect to the RS-485 TX+ and TX- of the
DVR site.

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1.5 Familiarizing the Remote Control Buttons
Use the Remote control to operate the OSD menu on surveillance screen.
Button
Function
(1)
FN
Press
FN
+
0
, the DVR system will instantly
playback backward the 60 seconds of the recorded file.
(2)
1
As a Channel 1 in preview and playback mode
As a channel 1 and preset position in PTZ mode
(3)
3
As a channel 2 in preview and playback mode
As a channel 3 and preset position in PTZ mode
(4)
7
As a channel 3 in preview and playback mode
As a preset position in PTZ mode
(5)
9
As a channel 4 in preview and playback mode
As a preset position in PTZ mode
(6)
5
Switch to QUAD mode in preview and playback mode
As a preset position in PTZ mode
(7)
2
As a channel 2 in PTZ mode
As a preset position in PTZ mode
4
A s a channel 4 in PTZ mode
As a preset position in PTZ mode
6
As a preset position in PTZ mode
8
As a preset position in PTZ mode
Button
Function
(8)
A-B
Set a playing recorded video from A point to B point segment and repeat playing on
surveillance screen(See 1.6.1)
(9)
Pause the playing
(10)
¡¡
To play the video
(11)
¡¡ ¡¡
Decrease the video playback at the speed of 2x, 4x, 8x, 16x, 32x, or 64x
(12)
¡¡ ¡¡
Fast play the video playback at the speed of 2x, 4x, 8x , 16x, 32x, or 64x
(13)
Stop playing / Stop recording
(14)
USB backup(see 1.6.2)
(15)
¡¡
To move the selection to the left and right
¡¡
¡¡
To go up and down and select the items in the menu list or change the settings
¡¡

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Button
Function
(16)
To enter the OSD Main menu / Exit from the main menu or sub-menu display
(17)
ZOOM+
To zoom in view of PTZ camera
ZOOM-
To zoom out view of PTZ camera
(18)
PTZ camera control button. Press
PTZ
+ camera channel button(
1
2
3
4
)can
enter PTZ mode to control PTZ camera.(see 1.7)
(19)
SPEED+
To speed up movement of PTZ camera lens
SPEED-
To speed down movement of PTZ camera lens
(20)
FOCUS +
To focus in PTZ camera lens
FOCUS -
To focus out PTZ camera lens
(21)
Make a selection
Enter to configure mode of selection
(22)
REC
Start video recording

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1.5.1 Using AB Segment Function
AB segment function allow user to set a video segment from A to B point and play on the
surveillance screen until user stop. User also can backup AB segment video file to pen drive or
external hard disk (see also 1.5.2).
1. Press
¡¡
(play) to call out the SEARCH MODE menu to find the recorded video that user
wants to playback.(see also 2.3)
2. Select TIME SEARCH, FILE LIST, or SMART MOTION SEARCH.
-TIME SEARCH: search by date and time
-EVENT LIST: search by condition
-SMART MOTION SEARCH: search by motion event
3. During the playback, press
A-B
to set theA point of video segment. And then, press
A-B
again to set the B point of video segment. On the surveillance screen will display “A-B”and
repeat playing the AB point video segment which user has set. To cancel AB segement, press
A-B
again.