Dahua iDVR&iHCVR User manual

Dahua iDVR&iHCVR User’s Manual
Dahua iDVR &iHCVR User’s Manual
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Table of Contents
1FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................1
1.1 Overview.............................................................................................................................1
1.2 Features..............................................................................................................................1
1.3 Specifications .....................................................................................................................2
1.3.1 iDVR51H-F Series.........................................................................................................2
1.3.2 iDVR51HE-F Series.......................................................................................................6
1.3.3 iHCVR51H-F Series....................................................................................................10
1.3.4 iHCVR51HE-F Series..................................................................................................15
2OVERVIEW AND CONTROLS...............................................................20
2.1 Front Panel .......................................................................................................................20
2.1.1 iDVR51H-F/iHCVR51H-F Series................................................................................20
2.1.2 iDVR51XX HE-F/IHCVR51HE-F Series.....................................................................20
2.2 Rear Panel........................................................................................................................21
2.2.1 iDVR51XXH-F Series..................................................................................................22
2.2.2 iDVR51XXHE-F Series................................................................................................23
2.2.3 iHCVR51XXH-F Series ...............................................................................................23
2.2.4 iHCVR51XXHE-F Series.............................................................................................24
2.3 Connection Sample..........................................................................................................26
2.3.1 iDVR51XXH-F Series..................................................................................................26
2.3.2 iDVR51XXHE-F Series................................................................................................27
2.3.3 iHCVR51XXH-F Series ...............................................................................................28
2.3.4 iHCVR51XXHE-F Series.............................................................................................28
2.4 Remote Control ................................................................................................................29
2.5 Mouse Control ..................................................................................................................31

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2.6 Virtual Keyboard & Front Panel.......................................................................................33
2.6.1 Virtual Keyboard..........................................................................................................33
2.6.2 Front Panel...................................................................................................................33
3INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ..................................................34
3.1 Check Unpacked DVR.....................................................................................................34
3.2 About Front Panel and Rear Panel.................................................................................34
3.3 HDD Installation ...............................................................................................................34
3.3.1 Mini 1U .........................................................................................................................34
3.3.2 1U series......................................................................................................................36
3.4 Connecting Power Supply ...............................................................................................36
3.5 Connecting Video Input and Output Devices.................................................................36
3.5.1 Connecting Video Input...............................................................................................36
3.5.2 Connecting Video Output............................................................................................37
3.6 Connecting Audio Input & Output, Bidirectional Audio..................................................37
3.6.1 Audio Input...................................................................................................................37
3.6.2 Audio Output................................................................................................................37
3.7 Alarm Input and Output Connection ...............................................................................37
3.7.1 Alarm Input and Output Details ..................................................................................38
3.7.2 Alarm Input Port...........................................................................................................39
3.7.3 Alarm Output Port........................................................................................................40
3.8 RS485 ...............................................................................................................................40
3.9 Other Interfaces................................................................................................................41
4OVERVIEW OF NAVIGATION AND CONTROLS ..................................42

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4.1 Boot up and Shutdown ....................................................................................................42
4.1.1 Boot up.........................................................................................................................42
4.1.2 Shutdown .....................................................................................................................42
4.1.3 Auto Resume after Power Failure..............................................................................42
4.1.4 Replace Button Battery...............................................................................................42
4.2 Startup Wizard..................................................................................................................43
4.3 Preview.............................................................................................................................46
4.3.1 Preview.........................................................................................................................46
4.3.2 Preview Control Interface............................................................................................48
4.3.3 Right Click Menu..........................................................................................................49
4.3.4 Window Split................................................................................................................50
4.4 PTZ....................................................................................................................................50
4.4.1 PTZ Settings................................................................................................................50
4.4.2 PTZ Control..................................................................................................................52
4.4.3 Auto Focus...................................................................................................................57
4.4.4 Color.............................................................................................................................57
4.4.5 Search..........................................................................................................................59
4.4.6 Record Control.............................................................................................................59
4.4.7 Remote Device............................................................................................................60
4.4.8 Manual Record.............................................................................................................60
4.4.9 Alarm Output................................................................................................................60
4.4.10 Main Menu...............................................................................................................60
4.5 Navigation Bar..................................................................................................................60
4.5.1 Main Menu....................................................................................................................60
4.5.2 Output Screen..............................................................................................................60
4.5.3 Favorites.......................................................................................................................60
4.5.4 Tour ..............................................................................................................................61
4.5.5 PTZ...............................................................................................................................61
4.5.6 Color.............................................................................................................................61
4.5.7 Search..........................................................................................................................61
4.5.8 Alarm Status.................................................................................................................61
4.5.9 Channel Info.................................................................................................................61
4.5.10 Remote Device........................................................................................................61
4.5.11 Network....................................................................................................................62
4.5.12 USB Manager..........................................................................................................62
4.6 USB Device Auto Pop-up ................................................................................................62

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4.7 Main Menu ........................................................................................................................62
4.8 Operation ..........................................................................................................................65
4.8.1 Search..........................................................................................................................65
4.8.2 Face Search.................................................................................................................73
4.8.3 Backup..........................................................................................................................74
4.8.4 Shut Down....................................................................................................................76
4.9 Information........................................................................................................................77
4.9.1 System Info..................................................................................................................77
4.9.2 Event.............................................................................................................................80
4.9.3 Network ........................................................................................................................81
4.9.4 Log................................................................................................................................83
4.10 Setting...............................................................................................................................84
4.10.1 Camera....................................................................................................................85
4.10.2 Network....................................................................................................................96
4.10.3 Event......................................................................................................................114
4.10.4 Storage ..................................................................................................................129
4.10.5 System...................................................................................................................141
5WEB OPERATION ...............................................................................161
5.1 Network Connection.......................................................................................................161
5.2 Login................................................................................................................................161
5.3 LAN Mode.......................................................................................................................162
5.4 Real-time Monitor...........................................................................................................164
5.5 PTZ..................................................................................................................................165
5.6 Image/Relay-out .............................................................................................................166
5.6.1 Image..........................................................................................................................166

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5.6.2 Relay output...............................................................................................................166
5.7 WAN Login......................................................................................................................167
5.8 Face search....................................................................................................................168
5.9Setup...............................................................................................................................169
5.9.1 Camera.......................................................................................................................169
5.9.2 Network ......................................................................................................................177
5.9.3 Event...........................................................................................................................192
5.9.4 Storage.......................................................................................................................201
5.9.5 System........................................................................................................................204
5.10 Information......................................................................................................................217
5.10.1 Version...................................................................................................................217
5.10.2 Log .........................................................................................................................217
5.10.3 Online User............................................................................................................218
5.11 Playback .........................................................................................................................219
5.11.1 Search Record ......................................................................................................219
5.11.2 File List...................................................................................................................220
5.11.3 Playback................................................................................................................220
5.11.4 Download...............................................................................................................221
5.11.5 Load more..............................................................................................................222
5.12 Alarm...............................................................................................................................224
5.13 Log out ............................................................................................................................225
5.14 Un-install Web Control...................................................................................................225
6PROFESSIONAL SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM......................................226
7FAQ ......................................................................................................227

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APPENDIX A HDD CAPACITY CALCULATION .......................................234
APPENDIX B COMPATIBLE BACKUP DEVICES.......................................236
Appendix B-1 Compatible USB list ..........................................................................................236
Appendix B-2 Compatible SD Card list...................................................................................237
Appendix B-3 Compatible Portable HDD list..........................................................................237
Appendix B-4 Compatible USB DVD List ...............................................................................237
Appendix B-5 Compatible SATA DVD List..............................................................................237
Appendix B-6 Compatible SATA HDD List.............................................................................238
APPENDIX C COMPATIBLE CD/DVD BURNER LIST.............................242
APPENDIX D COMPATIBLE DISPLAYER LIST .......................................243
APPENDIX E COMPATIBLE SWITCHER ...................................................244
APPENDIX F COMPATIBLE WIRELESS MOUSE LIST...........................245
APPENDIX G EARTHING .........................................................................246
APPENDIX H TOXIC OR HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OR ELEMENTS......252

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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing our DVR!
This user’s manual is designed to be a reference tool for the installation and operation of
your system.
Here you can find information about this series standalone DVR features and functions.
Before installation and operation please read the following safeguards and warnings
carefully!

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Important Safeguards and Warnings
1．Electrical safety
All installation and operation here should conform to your local electrical safety codes.
The product must be grounded to reduce the risk of electric shock.
We assume no liability or responsibility for all the fires or electric shock caused by
improper handling or installation.
2．Transportation security
Heavy stress, violent vibration or water splash are not allowed during transportation,
storage and installation.
3．Installation
Keep upwards. Handle with care.
Do not apply power to the DVR before completing installation.
Do not place objects on the DVR.
4．Qualified engineers needed
All the examination and repair work should be done by the qualified service engineers.
We are not liable for any problems caused by unauthorized modifications or attempted
repair.
5．Environment
The DVR should be installed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, inflammable,
explosive substances and etc.
6. Accessories
Be sure to use all the accessories recommended by manufacturer.
Before installation, please open the package and check all the components are included.
Contact your local retailer ASAP if something is broken in your package.
7. Lithium battery
Improper battery use may result in fire, explosion, or personal injury!
When replace the battery, please make sure you are using the same model!

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1FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS
1.1 Overview
The standalone series DVR is an excellent digital monitor product designed for security
field.
It adopts embedded Linux OS to maintain reliable operation. It is easy to use and can
realize surveillance function after some simple setups. It has various functions such as
record, playback, monitor at the same time and can guarantee audio video
synchronization. This series product has advanced technology and strong network data
transmission function.
This series device adopts embedded design to achieve high safety and reliability. It can
work in the local end, and at the same time, when connecting it to the professional
surveillance software (PSS), it can connect to the security network to realize strong
network and remote monitor function. It can be easily upgraded to HD system while
remain original cable layout. It realizes full local record and playback featuring simple
operations.
This series product can be widely used in various areas such as banking,
telecommunication, electric power, interrogation, transportation, intelligent resident zone,
factory, warehouse, resources, and water conservancy.
1.2 Features
This series product has the following features:
Real-time surveillance
Support VGA port and HDMI port. Realize the surveillance through displayer. Support
HDMI, VGA, and TV output at the same time.
Storage function
Special data format to guarantee data security and can remove the risk of the vicious data
modification. Support digital watermark.
Compression format
Support multiple-channel audio and video. An independent hardware decodes the audio
and video signal from each channel to maintain video and audio synchronization.
Backup function
Support backup operation via USB port (such as U disk, portable HDD, burner)
Client-end user can download the file to local HDD to backup via network.