Dahua Technology XVR Series User manual

Digital Video Recorder
User's Manual
V1.
5.0ZHEJIANG DAHUA VISION TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

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Foreword
General
This user’s manual (hereinafter referred to be "the Manual") introduces the functions and operations
of the DVR devices (hereinafter referred to be "the Device").
Models
Series
Models
XVR Cooper
series
DH-XVR1B04; DH-XVR1B04H; DH-XVR1B08; DH-XVR1B08H; DH-XVR1B16; DH-
XVR1B16H; DH-XVR1B04-V2; DH-XVR1B08-V2
XVR4 series
DH-XVR4104C-X; DH-XVR4108C-X; DH-XVR4116HS-X; DH-XVR4104HS-X; DH-
XVR4108HS-X; DH-XVR4104HS-X1; DH-XVR4108HS-X1; DH-XVR4104C-X1; DH-
XVR4108C-X1; DH-XVR4216AN-X; DH-XVR4232AN-X
XVR5 series
DH-XVR5108C-X; DH-XVR5104C-4KL-X; DH-XVR5104C-X; DH-XVR5108H-X;
DH-XVR5116H-X; DH-XVR5104H-4KL-X; DH-XVR5108H-4KL-X; DH-XVR5116H-
4KL-X; DH-XVR5108HE-X; DH-XVR5116HE-X; DH-XVR5108HS-X; DH-
XVR5116HS-X; DH-XVR5104HS-4KL-X; DH-XVR5108HS-4KL-X; DH-XVR5104HS-
X; DH-XVR5104H-X; DH-XVR5104HE-X; DH-XVR5104HS-X1; DH-XVR5104C-X1;
DH-XVR5216AN-X; DH-XVR5232AN-X; DH-XVR5104H-X1; DH-XVR5104HE-X1;
DH-XVR5208AN-4KL-X; DH-XVR5216AN-4KL-X; DH-XVR5216A-X; DH-
XVR5432L-X; DH-XVR5832S-X; DH-XVR5108H-4KL-X-8P; DH-XVR5208AN-4KL-
X-8P; DH-XVR5216AN-4KL-X-16P; DH-XVR5416L-X; DH-XVR5408L-X; DH-
XVR5816S-X; DH-XVR5808S-X; DH-XVR5104H-X-4P; DH-XVR5108H-X-8P; DH-
XVR5216AN-X-16P
XVR7 series
DH-XVR7104E-4KL-X; DH-XVR7108E-4KL-X; DH-XVR7104E-4KL-B-X; DH-
XVR7108E-4KL-B-X; DH-XVR7104HE-4KL-X; DH-XVR7108HE-4KL-X; DH-
XVR7116HE-4KL-X; DH-XVR7108HE-4K-X; DH-XVR7108HE-4K-X2; DH-
XVR7208A-4K-X2; DH-XVR7208A-4KL-X; DH-XVR7216A-4KL-X; DH-XVR7208A-
4K-X; DH-XVR7416L-4KL-X; DH-XVR7816S-4KL-X; DH-XVR7816S-4KL-X-LP
Safety Instructions
The following signal words might appear in the manual.
Signal Words
Meaning
DANGER
Indicates a high potential hazard which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a medium or low potential hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in slight or moderate injury.

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Signal Words
Meaning
CAUTION
Indicates a potential risk which, if not avoided, could result in
property damage, data loss, reductions in performance, or
unpredictable results.
TIPS
Provides methods to help you solve a problem or save time.
NOTE
Provides additional information as a supplement to the text.
Revision History
Version
Revision Content
Release Time
V1.5.0 Updated format and added DH-XVR1B04-V2 and DH-
XVR1B08-V2. September 2021
V1.4.2 Updated to 4.0 UI version. February 2020
V1.4.1 Added two models. November 2019
V1.4.0
1. Added three models.
2. Replaced two PoC images and updated some
descriptions.
July 2019
V1.3.0
Updated safety baseline functions.
1.
Match language automatically during
initialization; change GMT time zone to UTC time
zone; match PAL and NTSC automatically.
2. Password on the local login interface is displayed
with plaintext.
3. Reboot is not required after service port number is
changed.
4. Added record control tab.
5. Added encoding enhancement function.
6. Added 802.1x access
certification and firewall
function.
7. Added TV adjustment function.
8. Added POS function at web.
9. Battery status of E model can be pushed to mobile
phone.
10. Combine the channel info and POC info interface.
January 2019
V1.2.2 1. Added four models.
2. Added SMD. November 2018
V1.2.1 Added one model September 2018

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Version
Revision Content
Release Time
V1.2.0
1. Added fourteen models.
2. Updated following sections:
Important Safeguards and Warnings
Initialize the Device

Configure POS Settings
July 2018
V1.1.0
1.
Added four models.
2. Added following sections:
Regulatory Information
Privacy Protection Notice
Use Reset Button on the Mainboard
Configure White Light
Configure Siren
View PoC Information
3. Updated following sections:
About the Manual
Important Safeguards and Warnings
Configure IVS Function
Configure Face Detection
June 2018
V1.0.1 Added eight models. March 2018
V1.0.0 First Release. February 2018
Privacy Protection Notice
As the device user or data controller, you might collect the personal data of others such as their face,
fingerprints, and license plate number.You need to be in compliance with your local privacy protection
laws and regulations to protect the legitimate rights and interests of other people by implementing
measures which include but are not limited: Providing clear and visible identification to inform people
of the existence of the surveillance area and provide required contact information.
About the Manual
The manual is for reference only. Slight differences might be found between the manual and the
product.
We are not liable for losses incurred due to operating the product in ways that are not in
compliance with the manual.
The manual will be updated according to the latest laws and regulations of related jurisdictions.
For detailed information, see the paper user’s manual, use our CD-ROM, scan the QR code or visit
our official website. The manual is for reference only. Slight differences might be found between
the electronic version and the paper version.
All designs and software are subject to change without prior written notice. Product updates
might result in some differences appearing between the actual product and the manual. Please
contact customer service for the latest program and supplementary documentation.

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There might be errors in the print or deviations in the description of the functions, operations and
technical data. If there is any doubt or dispute, we reserve the right of final explanation.
Upgrade the reader software or try other mainstream reader software if the manual (in PDF
format) cannot be opened.
All trademarks, registered trademarks and company names in the manual are properties of their
respective owners.
Please visit our website, contact the supplier or customer service if any problems occur while
using the device.
If there is any uncertainty or controversy, we reserve the right of final explanation.

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Important Safeguards and Warnings
This section introduces content covering the proper handling of the Device, hazard prevention, and
prevention of property damage. Read carefully before using the Device, comply with the guidelines
when using it, and keep the manual safe for future reference.
Operation Requirements
Do not place or install the Device in a place exposed to sunlight or near the heat source.
Keep the Device away from dampness, dust or soot.
Keep the Device installed horizontally on the stable place to prevent it from falling.
Wall-mounting is not supported.
Do not drop or splash liquid onto the Device, and make sure there is no object filled with liquid
on the Device to prevent liquid from flowing into the Device.
Install the Device in a well-ventilated place, and do not block the ventilation of the Device.
Operate the device within the rated range of power input and output.
Do not dissemble the Device.
Transport, use and store the Device under the allowed humidity and temperature conditions.
Electrical Safety
Use the battery of specified manufacturer; otherwise there might result in explosion. When
replacing battery, make sure the same type is used. Improper battery use might result in fire,
explosion, or inflammation.
Follow the instructions to dispose of the used battery.
Use the recommended power cables in the region and conform to the rated power specification.
Use the power adapter provided with the Device; otherwise, it might result in people injury and
device damage.
The power supply must conform to the requirements of ES1 in IEC 62368-1 standard and be no
higher than PS2. Note that the power supply requirements are subject to the device label.
Connect the device (I-type structure) to the power socket with protective earthing.
The appliance coupler is a disconnection device. When using the coupler, keep the angle for easy
operation.

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Table of Contents
Foreword............................................................................................................................................................................I
Important Safeguards and Warnings..........................................................................................................................V
1 Introduction..................................................................................................................................................................1
Overview ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Functions....................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
2 Getting Started ............................................................................................................................................................3
Checking the Components .................................................................................................................................................... 3
Installing HDD ............................................................................................................................................................................. 3
2.2.1 DH-XVR5108C-X/DH-XVR5104C-4KL-X/DH-XVR5104C-X/DH-XVR4104C-X/DH-XVR4108C-X/DH-
XVR5104C-X1/DH-XVR4104C-X1/DH-XVR4108C-X1.................................................................................................. 4
2.2.2 DH-XVR7104E-4KL-X/DH-XVR7108E-4KL-X/DH-XVR7104E-4KL-B-X/DH-XVR7108E-4KL-B-X ........... 6
2.2.3 DH-XVR4116HS-X/DH-XVR5108HS-X/DH-XVR5116HS-X/DH-XVR5104HS-4KL-X/DH-XVR5108HS-
4KL-X/DH-XVR5108H-X/DH-XVR5116H-X/DH-XVR5104H-4KL-X/DH-XVR5108H-4KL-X/DH-XVR5116H-
4KL-X/DH-XVR5108HE-X/DH-XVR5116HE-X/DH-XVR7104HE-4KL-X/DH-XVR7108HE-4KL-X/DH-
XVR7116HE-4KL-X/DH-XVR7108HE-4K-X/DH-XVR5104HS-X/DH-XVR4104HS-X/DH-XVR5104H-X/DH-
XVR5104HE-X/DH-XVR4108HS-X/DH-XVR5104HS-X1/DH-XVR4104HS-X1/DH-XVR4108HS-X1/DH-
XVR5104H-X1/DH-XVR5104HE-X1/DH-XVR5104H-X-4P/DH-XVR5108H-X-8P/DH-XVR7108HE-4K-X2... 9
2.2.4 DH-XVR1B04/DH-XVR1B04H/DH-XVR1B08/DH-XVR1B08H/DH-XVR1B16/DH-XVR1B16H/DH-
XVR1B04-V2/DH-XVR1B08-V2...........................................................................................................................................11
2.2.5 DH-XVR4216AN-X/DH-XVR4232AN-X/DH-XVR5216AN-X/DH-XVR5232AN-X/DH-XVR5208AN-
4KL-X/DH-XVR5216AN-4KL-X/DH-XVR5216A-X/DH-XVR7208A-4KL-X/DH-XVR7216A-4KL-X/DH-
XVR7208A-4K-X/DH-XVR5108H-4KL-X-8P/DH-XVR5208AN-4KL-X-8P/DH-XVR5216AN-4KL-X-16P/DH-
XVR5216AN-X-16P/DH-XVR7208A-4K-X2.....................................................................................................................13
2.2.6 DH-XVR7416L-4KL-X/DH-XVR5432L-X.................................................................................................................15
2.2.7 DH-XVR7816S-4KL-X/DH-XVR5832S-X/DH-XVR7816S-4KL-X-LP...............................................................18
Installing Device into Rack....................................................................................................................................................20
3 The Grand Tour...........................................................................................................................................................21
Front Panel..................................................................................................................................................................................21
3.1.1 DH-XVR5108C-X/DH-XVR5104C-4KL-X/DH-XVR5104C-X/DH-XVR4104C-X/DH-XVR4108C-X/DH-
XVR5104C-X1/DH-XVR4104C-X1/DH-XVR4108C-X1................................................................................................21
3.1.2 DH-XVR7104E-4KL-X/DH-XVR7108E-4KL-X/DH-XVR7104E-4KL-B-X/DH-XVR7108E-4KL-B-X .........21
3.1.3 DH-XVR5108H-X/DH-XVR5116H-X/DH-XVR5104H-4KL-X/DH-XVR5108H-4KL-X/DH-XVR5116H-
4KL-X/DH-XVR5108HE-X/DH-XVR5116HE-X/DH-XVR4116HS-X/DH-XVR5108HS-X/DH-XVR5116HS-
X/DH-XVR5104HS-4KL-X/DH-XVR5108HS-4KL-X/DH-XVR5104HS-X/DH-XVR4104HS-X/DH-
XVR4108HS-X/DH-XVR5104H-X/DH-XVR5104HE-X/DH-XVR5108H-4KL-X-8P/DH-XVR5104HS-X1/DH-
XVR4104HS-X1/DH-XVR4108HS-X1/DH-XVR5104H-X1/DH-XVR5104HE-X1/DH-XVR5104H-X-4P/DH-
XVR5108H-X-8P......................................................................................................................................................................22
3.1.4 DH-XVR7104HE-4KL-X/DH-XVR7108HE-4KL-X/DH-XVR7116HE-4KL-X/DH-XVR7108HE-4K-X/DH-
XVR7108HE-4K-X2.................................................................................................................................................................23
3.1.5 DH-XVR4216AN-X/DH-XVR4232AN-X/DH-XVR5216AN-X/DH-XVR5232AN-X/DH-XVR5208AN-
4KL-X/DH-XVR5216AN-4KL-X/DH-XVR5216A-X/DH-XVR5208AN-4KL-X-8P/DH-XVR5216AN-4KL-X-
16P/DH-XVR5216AN-X-16P/DH-XVR7208A-4K-X2....................................................................................................23

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3.1.6 DH-XVR1B04/DH-XVR1B04H/DH-XVR1B08/DH-XVR1B08H/DH-XVR1B16/DH-XVR1B16H/DH-
XVR1B04-V2/DH-XVR1B08-V2...........................................................................................................................................24
3.1.7 DH-XVR7208A-4KL-X/DH-XVR7216A-4KL-X/DH-XVR7208A-4K-X.............................................................24
3.1.8 DH-XVR7416L-4KL-X ..................................................................................................................................................25
3.1.9 DH-XVR7816S-4KL-X/DH-XVR7816S-4KL-X-LP.................................................................................................25
3.1.10 DH-XVR5432L-X/DH-XVR5408L-X/DH-XVR5416L-X.....................................................................................25
3.1.11 DH-XVR5832S-X/DH-XVR5808S-X/DH-XVR5816S-X....................................................................................26
Rear Panel ...................................................................................................................................................................................27
3.2.1 DH-XVR5108C-X/DH-XVR5104C-4KL-X/DH-XVR5104C-X/DH-XVR4104C-X/DH-XVR4108C-X/DH-
XVR5104C-X1/DH-XVR4104C-X1/DH-XVR4108C-X1................................................................................................27
3.2.2 DH-XVR7104E-4KL-X/DH-XVR7108E-4KL-X/DH-XVR7104E-4KL-B-X/DH-XVR7108E-4KL-B-X .........27
3.2.3 DH-XVR4116HS-X/DH-XVR5108HS-X/DH-XVR5116HS-X/DH-XVR5104HS-4KL-X/DH-XVR5108HS-
4KL-X/DH-XVR5104HS-X/DH-XVR4104HS-X/DH-XVR4108HS-X/DH-XVR5104HS-X1/DH-XVR4104HS-
X1/DH-XVR4108HS-X1.........................................................................................................................................................29
3.2.4 DH-XVR5108H-X/DH-XVR5116H-X/DH-XVR5104H-4KL-X/DH-XVR5108H-4KL-X/DH-XVR5116H-
4KL-X/DH-XVR5108HE-X/DH-XVR5116HE-X/DH-XVR7104HE-4KL-X/DH-XVR7108HE-4KL-X/DH-
XVR7116HE-4KL-X/DH-XVR7108HE-4K-X/DH-XVR5104H-X/DH-XVR5104HE-X/DH-XVR5104H-X1/DH-
XVR5104HE-X1/DH-XVR7108HE-4K-X2 .........................................................................................................................29
3.2.5 DH-XVR1B04/DH-XVR1B04H/DH-XVR1B08/DH-XVR1B08H/DH-XVR1B04-V2/DH-XVR1B08-V2...31
3.2.6 DH-XVR4216AN-X/DH-XVR4232AN-X/DH-XVR5216AN-X/DH-XVR5232AN-X/DH-XVR5208AN-
4KL-X/DH-XVR5216AN-4KL-X/DH-XVR5216A-X/DH-XVR7208A-4KL-X/DH-XVR7216A-4KL-X/DH-
XVR7208A-4K-X/DH-XVR5216AN-X-16P/DH-XVR7208A-4K-X2 ...........................................................................32
3.2.7 DH-XVR5108H-4KL-X-8P/DH-XVR5208AN-4KL-X-8P/DH-XVR5216AN-4KL-X-16P ..............................33
3.2.8 DH-XVR7416L-4KL-X/DH-XVR5432L-X/DH-XVR5416L-X...............................................................................34
3.2.9 DH-XVR5808S-X...........................................................................................................................................................36
3.2.10 DH-XVR5408L-X.........................................................................................................................................................38
3.2.11 DH-XVR7816S-4KL-X/DH-XVR5832S-X/DH-XVR5816S-X ...........................................................................39
3.2.12 DH-XVR7816S-4KL-X-LP .........................................................................................................................................41
3.2.13 DH-XVR1B08H/DH-XVR1B16/DH-XVR1B16H.................................................................................................43
3.2.14 DH-XVR5104H-X-4P/DH-XVR5108H-X-8P........................................................................................................43
3.2.15 DH-XVR5216AN-X-16P............................................................................................................................................45
Remote Control Operations .................................................................................................................................................45
Mouse Operations ...................................................................................................................................................................47
4 Connecting Basics .....................................................................................................................................................49
Typical Connection Diagram................................................................................................................................................49
Connecting to Video and Audio Input and Output.....................................................................................................50
4.2.1 Video Input....................................................................................................................................................................50
4.2.2 Video Output ................................................................................................................................................................50
4.2.3 Audio Input ...................................................................................................................................................................50
4.2.4 Audio Output ...............................................................................................................................................................51
Connecting to Alarm Input and Output..........................................................................................................................51
4.3.1 Introducing Alarm Port.............................................................................................................................................52
4.3.2 Alarm Input ...................................................................................................................................................................52
4.3.3 Alarm Output ...............................................................................................................................................................53
4.3.4 Alarm Output Relay Parameters............................................................................................................................53

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Connecting to RS-485 Port ...................................................................................................................................................54
5 Local Configurations.................................................................................................................................................55
Initial Settings............................................................................................................................................................................55
5.1.1 Booting up.....................................................................................................................................................................55
5.1.2 Initializing the Device................................................................................................................................................55
5.1.3 Resetting Password....................................................................................................................................................59
5.1.4 Setting Up with the Startup Wizard.....................................................................................................................66
Live View......................................................................................................................................................................................82
5.2.1 Live View Screen..........................................................................................................................................................82
5.2.2 Live View Control Bar.................................................................................................................................................83
5.2.3 Navigation Bar..............................................................................................................................................................87
5.2.4 Shortcut Menu.............................................................................................................................................................88
5.2.5 Channel Sequence .....................................................................................................................................................90
5.2.6 Color Setting.................................................................................................................................................................91
5.2.7 Live View Display.........................................................................................................................................................94
5.2.8 Configuring Tour Settings........................................................................................................................................97
5.2.9 Quick Operation Bar................................................................................................................................................ 100
Entering Main Menu ............................................................................................................................................................ 102
Controlling PTZ Cameras.................................................................................................................................................... 105
5.4.1 Configuring PTZ Connection Settings ............................................................................................................. 105
5.4.2 Working with PTZ Control Panel ........................................................................................................................ 106
5.4.3 Configuring PTZ Functions .................................................................................................................................. 108
5.4.4 Calling PTZ Functions............................................................................................................................................. 110
5.4.5 Calling OSD Menu.................................................................................................................................................... 112
Configuring Camera Settings ........................................................................................................................................... 113
5.5.1 Configuring Image Settings................................................................................................................................. 113
5.5.2 Configuring Encode Settings .............................................................................................................................. 116
5.5.3 Configuring Overlay Settings.............................................................................................................................. 119
5.5.4 Configuring Covered Area Settings .................................................................................................................. 120
5.5.5 Configuring Channel Type.................................................................................................................................... 121
5.5.6 Upgrading Coaxial Camera .................................................................................................................................. 122
Configuring Remote Devices............................................................................................................................................ 123
5.6.1 Adding Remote Devices........................................................................................................................................ 123
5.6.2 Managing Remote Devices .................................................................................................................................. 135
Configuring Record Settings............................................................................................................................................. 138
5.7.1 Enabling Record Control ....................................................................................................................................... 138
5.7.2 Configuring Recorded Video Storage Schedule........................................................................................... 139
Configuring Snapshot Settings........................................................................................................................................ 139
5.8.1 Configuring Snapshot Trigger............................................................................................................................. 139
5.8.2 Configuring Snapshot Storage Schedule ....................................................................................................... 142
5.8.3 Backing up Snapshots to FTP.............................................................................................................................. 143
Playing Back Video................................................................................................................................................................ 143
5.9.1 Enabling Record Control ....................................................................................................................................... 143
5.9.2 Instant Playback ....................................................................................................................................................... 144
5.9.3 Main Interface of Video Playback....................................................................................................................... 144

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5.9.4 Smart Search.............................................................................................................................................................. 151
5.9.5 Marking and Playing Back Video........................................................................................................................ 152
5.9.6 Playing Back Snapshots......................................................................................................................................... 154
5.9.7 Playing Back Splices................................................................................................................................................ 154
5.9.8 Using the File List..................................................................................................................................................... 155
Alarm Events Settings....................................................................................................................................................... 157
5.10.1 Alarm Information................................................................................................................................................. 157
5.10.2 Alarm Input Settings ............................................................................................................................................ 158
5.10.3 Alarm Output Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 164
5.10.4 Video Detection ..................................................................................................................................................... 168
5.10.5 System Events......................................................................................................................................................... 177
5.10.6 Configuring Disarming........................................................................................................................................ 180
Smart Detection.................................................................................................................................................................. 181
5.11.1 SMD ............................................................................................................................................................................ 181
5.11.2 Configuring Face Detection .............................................................................................................................. 185
5.11.3 Configuring IVS Function ................................................................................................................................... 190
IoT Function .......................................................................................................................................................................... 210
5.12.1 Configuring Sensor Settings ............................................................................................................................. 210
5.12.2 Configuring Temperature and Humidity Camera...................................................................................... 217
5.12.3 Configuring Wireless Siren................................................................................................................................. 229
Configuring POS Settings................................................................................................................................................ 230
5.13.1 Searching the Transaction Records ................................................................................................................ 230
5.13.2 Configuring POS Settings................................................................................................................................... 231
Configuring Backup Settings ......................................................................................................................................... 232
5.14.1 Finding USB Device .............................................................................................................................................. 232
5.14.2 Backing up Files ..................................................................................................................................................... 233
Network Management ..................................................................................................................................................... 235
5.15.1 Configuring Network Settings.......................................................................................................................... 235
5.15.2 Configuring Network Testing Settings .......................................................................................................... 251
Configuring Account Settings ....................................................................................................................................... 255
5.16.1 Configuring User Account.................................................................................................................................. 256
5.16.2 Configuring Group Account.............................................................................................................................. 260
5.16.3 Configuring ONVIF Users.................................................................................................................................... 264
Audio Management........................................................................................................................................................... 265
5.17.1 Configuring Audio Files....................................................................................................................................... 265
5.17.2 Configuring Playing Schedule for Audio Files ............................................................................................ 266
Storage Management....................................................................................................................................................... 267
5.18.1 Configuring Basic Settings................................................................................................................................. 267
5.18.2 Configuring the Recording and Snapshot Schedule ............................................................................... 268
5.18.3 Configuring Disk Manager................................................................................................................................. 268
5.18.4 Configuring Record .............................................................................................................................................. 270
5.18.5 Configuring Advance Settings ......................................................................................................................... 270
5.18.6 Configuring Disk Quota ...................................................................................................................................... 272
5.18.7 Configuring HDD Detecting Settings ............................................................................................................ 273
5.18.8 Configuring Record Estimate............................................................................................................................ 276

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5.18.9 Configuring FTP Storage Settings................................................................................................................... 278
Security Center .................................................................................................................................................................... 280
5.19.1 Security Status........................................................................................................................................................ 280
5.19.2 System Service........................................................................................................................................................ 281
5.19.3 Attack Defense ....................................................................................................................................................... 285
5.19.4 CA Certificate .......................................................................................................................................................... 287
5.19.5 Audio/Video Encryption ..................................................................................................................................... 290
5.19.6 Security Warning ................................................................................................................................................... 292
Configuring System Settings.......................................................................................................................................... 295
5.20.1 Configuring General System Settings............................................................................................................ 295
5.20.2 Configuring RS-232 Settings............................................................................................................................. 296
5.20.3 Configuring System Maintenance Settings................................................................................................. 297
5.20.4 Exporting and Importing System Settings .................................................................................................. 298
5.20.5 Restoring Default Settings................................................................................................................................. 300
5.20.6 Updating the Device ............................................................................................................................................ 301
Viewing Information.......................................................................................................................................................... 304
5.21.1 Viewing Version Details....................................................................................................................................... 304
5.21.2 Viewing Log Information.................................................................................................................................... 304
5.21.3 Viewing Alarm Status Information.................................................................................................................. 305
5.21.4 Viewing Network Information .......................................................................................................................... 306
5.21.5 Viewing HDD Information.................................................................................................................................. 308
5.21.6 Viewing Channel Information........................................................................................................................... 309
5.21.7 Viewing Data Stream Information................................................................................................................... 310
5.21.8 Viewing PoC Information.................................................................................................................................... 311
Logging out the Device.................................................................................................................................................... 312
6 Web Operations ...................................................................................................................................................... 313
Connecting to Network ...................................................................................................................................................... 313
Logging in to the Web......................................................................................................................................................... 313
Resetting Password .............................................................................................................................................................. 314
Web Main Menu..................................................................................................................................................................... 317
7 FAQ ............................................................................................................................................................................ 320
Glossary ................................................................................................................................................. 326
HDD Capacity Calculation.................................................................................................................. 328
Compatible Backup Devices.............................................................................................................. 330
Appendix 3.1 Compatible USB List........................................................................................................................................ 330
Appendix 3.2 Compatible SD Card List ................................................................................................................................ 331
Appendix 3.3 Compatible Portable HDD List .................................................................................................................... 331
Appendix 3.4 Compatible USB DVD List.............................................................................................................................. 331
Appendix 3.5 Compatible SATA DVD List............................................................................................................................ 332
Appendix 3.6 Compatible SATA HDD List ........................................................................................................................... 332
Compatible CD/DVD Burner List....................................................................................................... 337
Compatible Displayer List .................................................................................................................. 338
Compatible Switcher........................................................................................................................... 339
Earthing ................................................................................................................................................. 340
Appendix 7.1 What Is the Surge.............................................................................................................................................. 340

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Appendix 7.2 The Earthing Modes ........................................................................................................................................ 341
Appendix 7.3 Thunder Proof Ground Method in the Monitor System..................................................................... 342
Appendix 7.4 The Shortcut Way to Check the Electric System by Digital Multimeter........................................ 343
RJ45-RS-232 Connection Cable Definition ..................................................................................... 346
Cybersecurity Recommendations .................................................................................................... 348

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1Introduction
Overview
The Device is an excellent digital monitor product for security industry. The embedded LINUX OS
assures the stable operation. The H.265 and G.711 technologies assure the high quality image and low
bit stream. The frame-by-frame play function displays more details for analysis, and provides the
functions such as record, playback, and monitor and assures the synchronization for audio and video.
The Device also adopts the advanced control technology and great network data transmission
capability.
The Device adopts embedded design to achieve high security and reliability. It can work in the local
end and, with strong networking capability it can get connected to the professional surveillance
software (Smart PSS) to form a security network to show its powerful remote monitoring function.
The Device is applicable to the areas such as bank, telecom, electricity, traffic, intelligent residential
district, factory, warehouse, resources, and water conservancy facilities.
Functions
The functions might be different depending on the software and hardware version of the model you
purchased.
Smart Detection
Smart detection: Effectively detect persons and motor vehicles in the video.
Face detection: Effectively recognize faces in the video, analyze and carry out structured storage
of faces, and search faces quickly.
Analyze IVS, carry out tripwire and zone intrusion analysis of persons and vehicles, and effectively
filter false report caused by tree leaves, rain and brightness changes.
Real-time Surveillance
Support VGA port and HDMI port to realize the surveillance through monitors.
Support HDMI, VGA, and TV output at the same time.
IoT Management
Provide specific management module for IoT features including humidity and temperature data
reports and alarms linkage.
Sensor Integration
Integrate coaxial cameras with diverse array of sensors such as temperature, humidity and wireless
alarm devices.
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Special data format to guarantee data security and avoid the risk of modifying data viciously.
Support digital watermark.
Compression Format
Support multiple-channel audio and video signal. An independent hardware decodes the audio and
video signal from each channel to maintain video and audio synchronization.
Backup Function
Support backup operation through USB port (such as USB storage disk, portable HDD, and
burner).
Client-end user can download the file from local HDD through network to backup.
Record & Playback
Support each channel real-time record independently, and simultaneously support the functions
such as search, backward play, network monitor, record search, and download.
Support various playback modes: slow play, fast play, backward play and frame by frame play.
Support time title overlay so that you can view event accurate occurred time.
Support zooming in the selected area in the live view.
Network Operation
Support network remote real-time monitor, remote record search and remote PTZ control.
Alarm Activation
Several relay alarm outputs to realize alarm activation and on-site light control.
The alarm input port and output port have the protection circuit to guarantee the Device safety.
Communication Port
RS-485 port can realize alarm input and PTZ control.
RS-232 port can connect to keyboard, COM port of PC or the matrix control.
Standard Ethernet port can realize network remote access function.
The dual-network port has the multi-address, fault tolerance, load balance setup mode.
PTZ Control
Support PTZ decoder through RS-485 port.
Intelligent Operation
Support mouse operation function.
Support "copy and paste" function for the same settings.
UPnP (Universal Plug and Play)
Establish mapping connection between LAN and WAN through UPnP protocol.
Camera Self-adaptive
Auto-recognize and work with the PAL or NTSC camera and HD camera.

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2Getting Started
Checking the Components
The actual appearance, component, or quantity might be different depending on the model you
purchased.
When you receive the Device, check the package according to the following checking list. If any of the
items are missing or damaged, contact the local retailer or after-sales engineer immediately.
Table 2-1 Checking list
Sequence
Checking items
Requirement
1 Package
Appearance No obvious damage.
Packing materials No broken or distorted positions that
could be caused by hit.
2 Labels Labels on the device
Not torn up.
Do not tear up or throw away the labels;
otherwise the warranty services are not
ensured. You need to provide the serial
number of the product when you call
the after-sales service.
3 Device
Appearance No obvious damage.
Data cables, power
cables, fan cables,
mainboard
No connection loose.
Installing HDD
Check whether the HDD is already installed in the Device when you first time using the Device. It is
suggested to use the HDD recommended officially. Do not use the PC HDD.
Shut down the device and then unplug the power cable before you open the case to replace the
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2.2.1 DH-XVR5108C-X/DH-XVR5104C-4KL-X/DH-XVR5104C-X/DH-
XVR4104C-X/DH-XVR4108C-X/DH-XVR5104C-X1/DH-XVR4104C-
X1/DH-XVR4108C-X1
Loosen the screws of the bottom of the chassis.
Loosen screws
Step 2 Place the HDD in accordance with the four holes in the bottom.
Align HDD
Step 3 Turn the device upside down and then secure the screws firmly.

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Secure screws
Step 4 Connect the HDD cable and power cable to the HDD and the mainboard respectively.
Connect cables
Step 5 Put the cover back and then fix the screws of the rear panel. The installation is complete.

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Fix screws
2.2.2 DH-XVR7104E-4KL-X/DH-XVR7108E-4KL-X/DH-XVR7104E-4KL-
B-X/DH-XVR7108E-4KL-B-X
2.2.2.1 Installing Battery
The battery is only provided with some models.
Pull the battery cable through the hole.
Pull battery cable through hole
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Connect to port
2.2.2.2 Installing HDD
Loosen the screws to take off the cover.
Loosen screws
Remove the screws to take off the bracket.
Take off bracket
Fix the HDD to the bracket and then connect power cable and data cable.

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Fix HDD
Connect cables
Install the bracket and then fasten the screws.