COP-USA DVR2704XE-L User manual

DVR User Manual
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DVR User Manual
CAUTION
Please read this user manual carefully to ensure that you can use the device correctly and safely.
We do not warrant all the content is correct. The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
This device should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. The voltage of the power must be
verified before using the same. Kindly remove the cables from the power source if the device is not to be used for a long period of time.
Do not install this device near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other devices that produce heat.
Do not install this device near water. Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings and ensure proper ventilation around the machine.
Do not power off the DVR when the device is functioning. The correct operation to shut down the DVR is to stop recording first, use
“shut-down” button from the menu, and switch off the main power.
This machine is for indoor use only. Do not expose the machine in rain or moist environment. In case any solid or liquid get inside the
machine‟s case, please turn off the device immediately and get it checked by a qualified technician.
Do not try to repair the device by yourself without technical aid or approval.
When this product is in use, the relevant contents of Microsoft, Apple and Google will be involved in. The pictures and screenshots in
this manual are only used to explain the usage of our product. The ownerships of trademarks, logos and other intellectual properties related
to Microsoft, Apple and Google shall belong to the above-mentioned companies.
This manual is suitable for 4-channel digital video recorders. All examples and pictures used in the manual are from 4-channel DVR.

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Table of Contents
1Introduction..................................................................................................................................................1
1.1 DVR Introduction...............................................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Main Features ....................................................................................................................................................................1
2Hardware Installation...................................................................................................................................4
2.1 Install Hard Drive &DVD Writer .........................................................................................................................................4
2.1.1 Install Hard Drive.......................................................................................................................................................................................4
2.1.2 Install DVD Writer .....................................................................................................................................................................................4
2.2 Front Panel Descriptions .....................................................................................................................................................5
2.3 Rear Panel Instructions........................................................................................................................................................6
2.4 Remote Controller..............................................................................................................................................................7
2.5 Control with Mouse............................................................................................................................................................9
2.5.1 Connect Mouse..........................................................................................................................................................................................9
2.5.2 Use Mouse ..............................................................................................................................................................................................10
3Basic Function Instruction..........................................................................................................................11
3.1 Startup & Shutdown..........................................................................................................................................................11
3.1.1 Startup....................................................................................................................................................................................................11
3.1.2 Shutdown................................................................................................................................................................................................11
3.2 Login ..............................................................................................................................................................................12
3.3 Live Preview....................................................................................................................................................................12
3.3.1 Live Playback..........................................................................................................................................................................................13
4Main Menu Setup Guide.............................................................................................................................14
4.1 Basic Configuration..........................................................................................................................................................15
4.1.1 System....................................................................................................................................................................................................15
4.1.2 Date & Time............................................................................................................................................................................................16
4.1.3 DST .......................................................................................................................................................................................................16
4.2 Live Configuration ...........................................................................................................................................................17

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4.2.1 Live........................................................................................................................................................................................................17
4.2.2 Main Monitor ..........................................................................................................................................................................................17
4.3 Record Configuration........................................................................................................................................................17
4.3.1 Enable ....................................................................................................................................................................................................18
4.3.2 Record Bitrate..........................................................................................................................................................................................18
4.3.3 Time.......................................................................................................................................................................................................19
4.3.4 Stamp .....................................................................................................................................................................................................19
4.3.5 Recycle Record........................................................................................................................................................................................20
4.3.6 Snap.......................................................................................................................................................................................................21
4.4 Schedule Configuration.....................................................................................................................................................21
4.4.1 Schedule .................................................................................................................................................................................................21
4.4.2 Motion....................................................................................................................................................................................................22
4.4.3 Sensor.....................................................................................................................................................................................................22
4.5 Alarm Configuration.........................................................................................................................................................22
4.5.1 Sensor.....................................................................................................................................................................................................23
4.5.2 Motion....................................................................................................................................................................................................24
4.5.3 Video Loss ..............................................................................................................................................................................................26
4.5.4 Other Alarm.............................................................................................................................................................................................26
4.5.5 Alarm Out ...............................................................................................................................................................................................26
4.6 Network Configuration .....................................................................................................................................................27
4.6.1 Network..................................................................................................................................................................................................27
4.6.2 Sub-stream ..............................................................................................................................................................................................28
4.6.3 Email......................................................................................................................................................................................................29
4.6.4 Server.....................................................................................................................................................................................................29
4.6.5 Other Settings..........................................................................................................................................................................................30
4.7 User Management Configuration........................................................................................................................................32
4.8 P.T.Z Configuration ..........................................................................................................................................................34

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4.9 Advanced.........................................................................................................................................................................37
4.9.1 Reset ......................................................................................................................................................................................................37
4.9.2 Import/Export ..........................................................................................................................................................................................37
4.9.3 Block/Allow list.......................................................................................................................................................................................37
5Search，Playback & Backup......................................................................................................................38
5.1 Time Search.....................................................................................................................................................................38
5.2 Event Search....................................................................................................................................................................39
5.3 File Management..............................................................................................................................................................40
5.4 Search by Image...............................................................................................................................................................40
5.5 Backup............................................................................................................................................................................41
6Manage DVR ..............................................................................................................................................42
6.1 Check System Information ................................................................................................................................................42
6.1.1 System Information ..................................................................................................................................................................................42
6.1.2 Event Information ....................................................................................................................................................................................42
6.1.3 Log Information.......................................................................................................................................................................................42
6.1.4 Network Information ................................................................................................................................................................................42
6.1.5 Online Information...................................................................................................................................................................................42
6.1.6 Record Information...................................................................................................................................................................................43
6.2 Manual Alarm..................................................................................................................................................................43
6.3 Disk Management.............................................................................................................................................................43
6.4 Upgrade...........................................................................................................................................................................43
6.5 Logoff.............................................................................................................................................................................44
7Remote Surveillance....................................................................................................................................45
7.1 IE Remote Surveillance.....................................................................................................................................................45
7.1.1 On LAN..................................................................................................................................................................................................45
7.1.2 On WAN.................................................................................................................................................................................................45
7.2 Remote Surveillance throughApple PC ..............................................................................................................................47

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7.2.1 On LAN..................................................................................................................................................................................................48
7.2.2 On WAN.................................................................................................................................................................................................50
7.3 Remote Preview...............................................................................................................................................................51
7.4 Remote Playback & Backup ..............................................................................................................................................54
7.4.1 Remote Playback......................................................................................................................................................................................54
7.4.2 Remote Backup........................................................................................................................................................................................58
7.5 Remote System Configuration ...........................................................................................................................................59
7.6 Tools...............................................................................................................................................................................60
7.7 Remote Information..........................................................................................................................................................60
8Mobile Surveillance.....................................................................................................................................62
8.1 By Phones with Windows Mobile OS .................................................................................................................................62
8.2 By Phones with Symbian OS.............................................................................................................................................63
8.3 By Phones with Iphone OS................................................................................................................................................65
8.4 By Phones with Android OS ..............................................................................................................................................73
8.5 By Phones with Blackberry OS..........................................................................................................................................78
AppendixA FAQ...........................................................................................................................................84
Appendix B Calculate Recording Capacity....................................................................................................90
Appendix C Compatible Devices ...................................................................................................................91
Appendix D Specifications.............................................................................................................................93

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1Introduction
1.1 DVR Introduction
This model DVR (Digital Video Recorder) is designed especially for CCTV system. It adopts high performance video processing chips and
embedded Linux system. Meanwhile, it utilizes many most advanced technologies, such as standard H.264 with low bit rate, Dual stream,
SATA interface, VGA output mouse supported, IE browser supported with full remote control, mobile view(by phones), etc., which ensure
its powerful functions and high stability. Due to these distinctive characteristics, it is widely used in banks, telecommunication,
transportation, factories, warehouse, and irrigation and so on.
1.2 Main Features
COMPRESSION FORMAT
Standard H.264 compression with low bit rate and better image quality
LIVE SURVEILLANCE
Support VGA /CVBS/HDMI output
Support 4-ch SDI video input
Support channel security by hiding live display
Display the local record state and basic information
Support USB to make full control
RECORD MEDIA
Support three SATA HDD to record for a longer time without any limitation
BACKUP
Support USB 2.0 devices to backup
Support built-in SATA DVD writer to backup

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Support saving recorded files with AVI standard format to a remote computer through internet
RECORD & PLAYBACK
Record modes: Manual, Schedule, Motion detection and Sensor alarm recording
Support recycle after HDD full
Resolution, frame rate and picture quality are adjustable
4 audio channels available
Two record search mode: time search and event search
Support 4 screen playback simultaneously
Support deleting and locking the recorded files one by one
Support remote playback in Network Client through LAN or internet
ALARM
1 channel alarm output and 4 channel alarm input available
Support schedule for motion detection and sensor alarm
Support pre-recording and post recording
Support linked channels recording once motion or alarm triggered on certain channel
Support linked PTZ preset ，auto cruise and track of the corresponding channel
PTZ CONTROL
Support various PTZ protocols
Support 128 PTZ presets and 8 auto cruise tracks
Support remote PTZ control through internet
SECURITY
Customize user right: log search, system setup, two way audio, file management, disk management, remote login, live view, manual
record, playback, PTZ control and remote live view
Support 1 administrator and 63 users.

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Support event log recording and checking, events unlimited
NETWORK
Support TCP/IP, DHCP, PPPoE, DDNS protocol
Support IE browser to do remote view
Support setup client connection amount
Support dual stream. Network stream is adjustable independently to fit the network bandwidth and environment.
Support picture snap in remote live
Support remote time and event search, and channel playback with picture snap
Support remote PTZ control with preset and auto cruise
Support remote full menu setup, changing all the DVR parameters remotely
Support mobile surveillance by smart phones , Symbian, WinCE, Iphone or Gphone, 3G network available
Support CMS to manage multi devices on internet

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2Hardware Installation
Notice: Check the unit and the accessories after getting the DVR.
Please don‟t power up the unit till the physical installation is complete.
2.1 Install Hard Drive &DVD Writer
2.1.1 Install Hard Drive
Notice: 1. This series supports three SATA hard drives. Please use the hard drive the manufacturers recommend specially for security and
safe field.
2. Please calculate HDD capacity according to the recording setting. Please refer to “Appendix B Calculate Recording Capacity”.
Step1: Unscrew and Open the top cover
Step2: Connect the power and data cables. Place the HDD onto the bottom case as Fig2.1.
Step3: Screw the HDD as Fig2.2
Note: For the convenience to install, please connect the power and data cables firstly, and then screw to fix.
Fig 2.1 Connect HDD Fig 2.2 Screw HDD
2.1.2 Install DVD Writer
Notice: 1. The writers must be the compatible devices we recommend. Please refer to “Appendix C Compatible Devices”.