Cocoon IT11400 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model Number: IT114007
DIGITAL VIDEO SECURITY SYSTEM
WITH 500GB HARD DRIVE

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Safety Instructions
1. Read instructions
Carefully read all safety instructions and the user manual before operation.
2. Power source
Only use the supplied power adaptors. Using other power adaptors may cause damage
to the unit or potentially start a re.
3. Do not expose the DVR unit to moisture
Avoid installing the DVR unit in a location with high humidity or in a location where
liquid may spill onto the unit. Liquid may cause a short circuit which can result in electric
shock or re.
4. Do not expose to heat sources
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, stoves or other appliances that
produce heat.
5. Do not expose to dust
Do not use the DVR unit in dusty areas as dust can impair electronic components.
6. Cleaning
Unplug all equipment from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp soft cloth for cleaning.
7. Lightning
Unplug all equipment during lightning storms to prevent damage. Unplug the DVR unit
if it will not be used for long periods of time.
8. Modications & attachments
Never add any attachments and/or equipment without the approval of the manufacturer.
Unauthorized modications may result in re, electric shock or other personal injury and
may void your warranty.
9. Ventilation
Do not block any ventilation holes. Do not place objects on top of or cover the
ventilation holes on the sides of the DVR unit.
10. Grounding mounted equipment
If mounting the DVR unit into a rack, ensure the rack is properly grounded before
powering on and using the DVR unit to prevent electric shock and re.
11. Do not open DVR unit case
There are no user serviceable parts inside the DVR unit. Modifying any parts may void
your warranty.

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Contents
Safety Instructions ii
1– Product Overview 1
1.1 Introduction 1
1.2 Package Contents 1
1.3 DVR Unit Front Panel 1
1.4 DVR Unit Rear Panel 1
2 – DVR Unit Installation 2
2.1 Installation Location 2
2.2 DVR Unit Connections 2
3 - Using the DVR Unit for the First Time 4
3.1 Remote Control 4
3.2 Mouse 4
3.3 Powering on the DVR unit 5
3.4 Main Display 5
3.5 Navigating the DVR Menus 5
3.6 Quick Popup Menu 6
3.7 Setting the Date and Time 6
4 - DVR Unit Menu 7
4.1 DVR Unit Menu Map 7
4.2 Main Menu 8
4.3 Display 8
4.3.1 Live Settings 8
4.3.2 Output 9
4.3.2 Privacy Zone 9
4.4 Record 10
4.4.1 Recording Parameters 10
4.4.2 Schedule Recording 11
4.4.3 Main Stream 11
4.5 Search 12
4.5.1 Record Search 12
4.5.2 Event Search 13
4.5.3 Backup 14
4.5.4 Log 14
4.6 Networking 15
4.6.1 Network 15
4.6.2 Sub Stream (Network) 15
4.6.3 DDNS 16
4.6.4 Email 16
4.6.5 Mobile 17
4.6.6 Remote Viewing 17
4.7 Alarm 18
4.71 Motion 18

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Contents
4.8 Device 18
4.8.1 HDD 18-19
4.8.2 PTZ 19
4.9 System 20
4.9.1 General 20
4.9.2 Users 21
4.9.3 Version 22
4.10 Advanced 22
4.10.1 Maintain 22
4.10.2 Events 22
5 - Viewing footage on your computer 23
5.1 Installing the Video Player Software 23
5.2 Playing Backup Footage 23-24
6 - Appendix 1 - Networking 25
6.1 Internet Explorer - ActiveX Settings 25-26
6.2 Logging Into the DVR unit over Internet Explorer or Safari 27
7 - Appendix 2 - Troubleshooting & Support 30
7.1 Troubleshooting 30-32
7.2 Glossary of Terms 32
8 - DVR Specications 33
9 - Camera Specications 34
10 - Support 35
11 - Warranty Details 35

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1.1 Introduction
Thank your for purchasing the Cocoon Digital Video Security System. This powerful DVR unit
(Digital Video Recorder) is ideal for monitoring and recording your home or business. We trust you
will get many years of carefree and reliable use out of this product. Please read and follow the user
manual before rst use. If you experience any diculties setting up or using this product, please
see back page for contact details:
1.2 Package Contents
1. 1 x DVR with 500GB HDD
2. 1 x Video Cable
3. 1 x Remote Control with Batteries
4. 1 x Mouse
5. 1 x 1m Ethernet Cable
6. 2 x Power Adaptors (DVR & Camera)
7. 1 x 4-way Power Splitter
8. 4 x Security Cameras
9. 4 x 18m Extension Cables
10. 4 x Mounting Screws & Plugs for Cameras
11. 4 x CCTV Stickers
12. 1 x Software CD
13. 1 x 1m HDMI Cable
1.3
1. IR Receiver – Receives Remote Control commands
2. PWR – Power LED lights when powered on
3. HDD – Hard Drive LED lights when in use
4. USB Port – Front USB port for ash drive backup / rmware updates
1.4
1. Video Input (1-4) – Connect up to 4 cameras
2. Video Output– Connect to monitor / TV
3. Audio Output – 1 x Speaker output
4. Audio Input – 2 x Microphone input
5. VGA – Connect VGA monitor for higher resolutions (Cable not included)
6. LAN – Ethernet connection to modem / router (required for remote viewing over internet or mobile)
7. USB Port for mouse
8. RS485 – For use with PTZ cameras
9. 12V Socket – Connect 12V Power Adaptor
10. HDMI Port
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Product Overview
DVR unit Rear Panel
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DVR unit Front Panel
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- Instruction Manual
- Backup Software
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CCTV
SURVEILLANCE
IN USE
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2 – DVR unit Installation
2.1 Installation Location
Before installing the security system, it is essential to plan where to locate the DVR unit.
Below are a few points to consider
• TheDVRunitshouldbepositionedinacentrallocationwitheasyaccesstocamerasand
installed cables
• Ifyouplantouseremoteviewingfeatures,theDVRunitshouldbelocatednearyour 
modem / router or Ethernet network point
• TheDVRunitshouldbeinstalledinasecurelocationtoavoidtampering
• DonotplaceheavyobjectsontopoftheDVRunit
• DonotblockventilationholesonthetopandsidesoftheDVRunitoruseinanenclosed
area which may cause overheating
• PlanoutwhereyouwouldliketoplaceyourcamerasandtestallconnectionsBEFORE 
permanently installing cables and cameras
• Camerasshouldbeplacedcovertlyindoorswhereyoudonotwanttoseethemeveryday.
Outdoor cameras can be placed in plain sight to act as a deterrent to would-be intruders
2.2 DVR unit Connections
1. Connect each of the camera extension cables to the camera video and power connectors
2. Connect the other end of the extension cables to the video inputs labeled 1-4 on the back
of the DVR unit
3. Connect the 4-way power splitter to each of the extension cables (red)

4. Connect the HDMI, video or VGA (not included) cable to the back of the DVR unit
and connect the other end of the cable to your monitor or TV. Note you must
switch your TV or monitor to the correct INPUT once the DVR unit has been
powered on
5. Connect the mouse to the USB port
(on the back of the DVR unit)
6. Connect the power adaptor to the 4 way splitter and plug into an outlet.
Switch the outlet on. Note either power adaptor can be used, they are identical
7. Connect the power adaptor to the DVR unit and plug into an outlet.
Switch the outlet on. The DVR unit will begin the boot sequence
Note: Both the DVR unit and cameras operate “always on”. To turn the cameras or DVR unit
o, switch o the power adaptors at the power outlet
Tips:
- Test all connections are working before permanently installing DVR unit and cameras
- Position the DVR unit in a central location where all 4 cameras will reach. If using
the optional networking features make sure the modem is near the DVR unit
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3 – Using the DVR unit for the First Time
3.1 Remote Control
Item Key title Key function
11-9 Channel select 1-4 / Numeric
key entry for passwords or
menu entries
20Switch to GUI (Graphical user
Interface) function
3ALL Toggle camera display mode
4Menu Enter / Exit the main menu
5, 6, 7, Directional arrows – navigate
menus
8SEL SEL Button - conrm selections
9 Rewind Button
10 Play Button
11 Forward Button
12 Record Button
13 Pause Button
14 Stop manual record / stop
playback
15 Audio Access interface menu
16 Mute Toggle audio on / o
3.2 Mouse
1. USB Connection – connect to back of DVR unit
2. Left Mouse Button (LMB) – click to see main menu and make selections
3. Right Mouse Button (RMB) – click to return to previous screen or exit menus
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3.3 Powering on the DVR unit
3.4 Main Display
3.5 Setup Wizard
On start up the Cocoon DVR System will run a setup wizard to assist in the installation of some key
features of the unit including;
- Time & Date
- Record Schedule
- Maintenance Settings
- HDD Overwrite
You can run through this setup guide whenever you need to. You can enable the setup wizard to be
shown on start up. See p. 22 for details
3.6 Navigating the DVR Menus
1. The easiest way to navigate the DVR unit menus is using the mouse. The mouse operates
in much the same way as your computer. Left-click to makes selections and choose
options. Right-click operates as a cancel or previous menu button
2. You can also use the remote control using the directional arrows and SEL button to make
selections
NOTE: This manual assumes the user has connected the mouse to control the DVR unit.
Any standard wired USB mouse will work with the DVR unit
1. Connect the Power Adaptor to the back of
the DVR unit
2. Plug the Power Adaptor into a power
outlet and turn the outlet switch to the ON
position
3. Once Power is connected to the DVR
unit it will proceed through the boot
sequence
Once the DVR unit has nished the boot sequence
the main split screen display will appear. Each
camera will be labeled CH1 to CH4
TIP: Double clicking a camera view will make the
picture full screen. Double click again to go back to
split screen mode

3.7 Quick Popup Menu
Hovering the mouse near the bottom of the screen will show the popup menu for quick access to
basic functions. For advanced functions see section 4 - DVR unit Menu
1. Main Menu – Access to system main menu
2. View 4 – Switch between single viewing mode to split screen. Alternatively, use the
mouse and double click on the image to switch between the two modes
3. PTZ control - access PTZ (Pan Tilt Zoom) controls via shortcut. Must have PTZ camera
(not included) installed and connected
4. Cruise Start / Stop – Toggle PTZ camera cruise mode on or o. Must have PTZ camera
(not included) installed and connected
5. Zoom – While in single camera view, click and drag a box to zoom in on the selection.
Double click to return to full screen mode
6. Record Search – Access record search menu
7. Start / Stop Record – Start and Stop recording all channels (default settings)
8. Start / Stop SEQ – When enabled this function will sequentially change channels in
full screen
9. PIP (Picture-in-Picture) 1 X 1 – PIP mode shows one full screen camera with a smaller
secondary camera. Click the displayed channel to change views between cameras. Click
and drag the small image to move it to another area of the display
10. Volume – Adjust volume levels (Only available if you have connected a microphone.
Not included)
3.8 Setting the Date and Time
Ensure your recordings are capturing the correct date and time. Access the menu and make
changes as necessary
a. Click - Main Menu > System > General
i. Change the current date and time by clicking on the date and time boxes and following
the on screen prompts
IMPORTANT NOTE: Always click“Apply” after making any changes in the menu. If you do not click
Apply your changes will not be saved
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