Avtech AVD 714 User manual

Version Information
Manual: V0.9
Firmware: 1227-1012-1032-1018-M1-6C1B
Video Viewer: 0086

Dear Customers,
Thank you for choosing this innovative 3G ACTIVE CALL-OUT digital video
recorder (DVR). From this moment, you are entering into a new era of security
guard, and more convenient and surprising features are presented to suit your
versatile needs.
This DVR is integrated with the 3G technology to increase not only the
instance of notification, but also the mobility of surveillance.
Featuring with the 3G active call-out function, you will be notified of any
event within 5 seconds via your 3G mobile phone and take actions
immediately. To quickly check, for example, what your children are doing at
home, just call back to the DVR via the 3G network.
There are more practical and convenient functions to be discovered for this
3G DVR. We care your safety, and always dedicate to improve the best.

STATEMENT & DECLARATION
CE Marking
This apparatus is manufactured to comply with the radio interference
requirements.
Environmental Policy Declaration
All lead-free products offered by the company comply with the requirements of
the European law on the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive,
which means our manufacture processes and products are strictly “lead-free”
and without the hazardous substances cited in the directive.
The crossed-out wheeled bin mark symbolizes that within the European Union the
product must be collected separately at the product end-of-life. This applies to
your product and any peripherals marked with this symbol. Do not dispose of
these products as unsorted municipal waste. Contact your local dealer for
procedures for recycling this equipment.
Disclaimer
The information in this manual was current when published. We reserve the right
to revise or remove any content in this manual at any time. We do not warrant or
assume any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or
usefulness of this manual. The content of this manual is subject to change without
notice.
MPEG4 Licensing
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE
FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER FOR (i)
ENCODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE MPEG4 VISUAL STANDARD (“MPEG4
VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODING MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A
CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY
AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO
PROVIDE MPEG4 VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY
OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING THAT RELATING TO
PROMOTIONAL INTERNAL AND COMMERCIAL USES AND LICENSING MAY BE
OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, LLC. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM.
GPL Licensing
This product contains codes which are developed by Third-Party-Companies and
which are subject to the GNU General Public License (“GPL”) or the GNU Lesser
Public License (“LGPL”).
The GPL Code used in this product is released without warranty and is subject to
the copyright of the corresponding author.
Further source codes which are subject to the GPL-licenses are available upon
request.
We are pleased to provide our
modifications to the Linux Kernel, as well as a few
new commands, and some tools to get you into the code. The codes are
provided on the FTP site, and please download them from the following site or
you can refer to your distributor:
ftp://ftp.dvrtw.com.tw/GPL/AV071/

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read and follow the instructions carefully, and save them for future reference.
 Do not spill water or any other liquid onto or into the device.
 Do not expose the device to rain or moisture.
 Do not expose the device to dust or dirt.
 Do not place the device to magnetic fields.
 Do not subject the device to heavy shock or vibration.
 Before cleaning, unplug the device from the outlet.
 Use a dry cloth to clean the device.
 The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the
label. If you are not sure of the power source type available, consult your dealer
before use.
 Do not overload outlets and extension cords as this may result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
 Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it. Carefully route
the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic.
 Do not attempt to service this device by yourself. You might put yourself into the risk
of electrical shock or other risks. Please consult to your dealer or qualified service
personnel.

CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1: 3G DVR SYSTEM OVERVIEW ...............................................................1
1.1. Concept ....................................................................................................................................1
1.1.1. What’s 3G DVR system combined? ................................................................................................... 1
1.1.2. What’s 3G technology? ........................................................................................................................ 2
1.1.3. What are 3G video call services? ....................................................................................................... 2
1.1.4. How to apply 3G services, including 3G video call services? ...................................................... 2
1.2. What You Can Do With 3G DVR System.............................................................................2
1.2.1. Receive instant event notification by a video call........................................................................... 2
1.2.2. Call Back to DVR for Remote Surveillance ...................................................................................... 3
1.2.3. Secretly inform other people when you’re in danger..................................................................... 3
1.2.4. 3G alarm off notification ..................................................................................................................... 3
1.2.5. System tamper / Power off notification ............................................................................................ 3
1.3. Surveillance via 3G Mobile Phone........................................................................................ 4
1.4. Before Using 3G DVR System ...............................................................................................4
1.4.1. Is Your 3G Environment Ready? ....................................................................................................... 4
1.4.2. Is Your 3G DVR System Ready? ........................................................................................................ 4
CHAPTER 2: DVR PANEL OVERVIEW.........................................................................7
2.1. Front Panel...............................................................................................................................7
2.2. Real Panel.................................................................................................................................9
CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION & CONNECTION ....................................................11
3.1. Installing HDD......................................................................................................................11
3.2. Connecting to Power Cord & Monitor............................................................................... 12
3.2.1. DVR power.......................................................................................................................................... 12
3.2.2. Connecting Monitor........................................................................................................................... 12
3.3. Connecting Camera.............................................................................................................. 13
3.3.1. Normal Camera .................................................................................................................................. 13
3.3.2. PTZ Camera ........................................................................................................................................ 13
3.3.3. DCC Camera ....................................................................................................................................... 14
3.4. Connecting Human Detection Camera.............................................................................. 15
3.5. Connecting 3G Server........................................................................................................... 15
3.6. Power On ............................................................................................................................... 16
3.7. Setting DVR ...........................................................................................................................16
3.7.1. Date & Time ........................................................................................................................................ 16
3.7.2. Password.............................................................................................................................................. 17
3.7.3. Record .................................................................................................................................................. 17

CONTENTS
CHAPTER 4: CONFIGURING 3G DVR SYSTEM.....................................................19
4.1. Going to Setting Page ........................................................................................................... 19
4.2. Creating An Account............................................................................................................19
4.3. Setting Controller ID ............................................................................................................20
4.4. Setting Notification Methods .............................................................................................. 21
4.4.1. SMS Text .............................................................................................................................................. 21
4.4.2. System Tamper ................................................................................................................................... 22
4.4.3. Ambush................................................................................................................................................ 22
4.4.4. Power Off Notify ................................................................................................................................ 22
4.5. How to Use RFID Controller............................................................................................... 23
4.6. 3G System Testing Procedure..............................................................................................23
4.6.1. 3G Call-Out ......................................................................................................................................... 23
4.6.2. 3G Call-In............................................................................................................................................. 24
CHAPTER 5: BASIC OPERATION ...............................................................................25
5.1. Live Page................................................................................................................................25
5.1.1. Status Display List ............................................................................................................................. 25
5.2. Setting Password...................................................................................................................25
5.3. Key Lock On / Off................................................................................................................. 26
5.3.1. Key Lock On........................................................................................................................................ 26
5.3.2. Key Lock Off ....................................................................................................................................... 27
5.4. Setting Date & Time ............................................................................................................. 27
5.5. Record .................................................................................................................................... 28
5.6. Playback.................................................................................................................................28
5.7. Search .....................................................................................................................................29
5.7.1. Search by List...................................................................................................................................... 29
5.7.2. Search by Time ................................................................................................................................... 29
5.8. Backup....................................................................................................................................30
5.8.1. Via USB Flash Drive........................................................................................................................... 30
5.8.2. Via Disk................................................................................................................................................ 31
CHAPTER 6: OSD NAVIGATION ................................................................................33
6.1. OSD Tree ................................................................................................................................33
6.2. Operating Instructions .........................................................................................................34
CHAPTER 7: DVR OPERATION...................................................................................35
7.1. Quick Start Menu..................................................................................................................35
7.1.1. Status .................................................................................................................................................... 35

CONTENTS
7.1.2. Manual Record ................................................................................................................................... 35
7.1.3. Timer .................................................................................................................................................... 36
7.1.4. Date & Time ........................................................................................................................................ 37
7.2. Advance Menu ...................................................................................................................... 38
7.2.1. ADVANCE CONFIG ......................................................................................................................... 38
7.2.2 SYSTEM INFO ..................................................................................................................................... 45
7.2.3. EVENT LOG ....................................................................................................................................... 47
7.2.4. BACKUP.............................................................................................................................................. 49
CHAPTER 8: VIDEO VIEWER OPERATION .............................................................51
8.1. Installing for the First Time.................................................................................................51
8.1.1. Install Software................................................................................................................................... 51
8.1.2. Access to DVR (via LAN).................................................................................................................. 51
8.2. Control Panel......................................................................................................................... 52
8.3. Basic Operation..................................................................................................................... 53
8.3.1. Record .................................................................................................................................................. 53
8.3.2. Playback............................................................................................................................................... 53
8.3.3. Network Backup................................................................................................................................. 54
8.4. Advanced Operation ............................................................................................................ 55
8.4.1. Address Book...................................................................................................................................... 55
8.4.2. Miscellaneous Control....................................................................................................................... 56
8.4.3. Information ......................................................................................................................................... 74
8.4.4. DVR Control........................................................................................................................................ 74
8.4.5. PTZ Control......................................................................................................................................... 76
CHAPTER 9: WEB BROWSER OPERATION..............................................................77
9.1. Log In .....................................................................................................................................77
9.2. Live Page................................................................................................................................ 78
9.3. System Configuration ..........................................................................................................80
9.4. PTZ Mode ..............................................................................................................................81
CHAPTER 10: QUICKTIME PLAYER OPERATION .................................................83
10.1. Installing QuickTime.......................................................................................................... 83
10.2. Log In ................................................................................................................................... 83
APPENDIX 1 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................................................................85
APPENDIX 2 SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................87
APPENDIX 3 COMPATIBLE SATA HDD LIST..........................................................89
APPENDIX 4 COMPATIBLE USB FLASH DRIVE LIST...........................................91

CONTENTS
APPENDIX 5 PIN CONFIGURATION.........................................................................93
APPENDIX 6: USER PERMISSIONS............................................................................95
APPENDIX 7 NETWORK SETTING ............................................................................97
A7.1. Connecting via LAN .........................................................................................................97
A7.2. Static IP ............................................................................................................................... 98
A7.3. DDNS Account...................................................................................................................98
A7.4. PPPOE............................................................................................................................... 100
A7.5. DHCP ................................................................................................................................ 100