Dahua HD Box User manual

HD Box Network Camera
Quick Start Guide
V1.0.
1ZHEJIANG DAHUA VISION TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

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Foreword
General
This manual introduces the functions, installation and operations of the camera.
Safety Instructions
The following categorized signal words with defined meaning might appear in the manual.
Signal Words Meaning
Indicates a medium or low potential hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in slight or moderate injury.
Indicates a potential risk which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage, data loss, lower performance, or unpredictable
result.
Provides additional information as the emphasis and supplement to
the text.
Revision History
Version Revision Content Release Date
V1.0.1 Updated "Important Safeguards and Warnings." April 2021
V1.0.0 First release. March 2019
About the Manual
The manual is for reference only. If there is inconsistency between the manual and the actual
product, the actual product shall prevail.
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electronic version shall prevail.
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occurring when 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
Electrical safety
All installation and operation should conform to your local electrical safety codes.
The power source shall conform to the Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) standard, and supply
power with rated voltage which conforms to Limited Power Source requirement according to
IEC60950-1. Please note that the power supply requirement is subject to the device label.
Make sure the power supply is correct before operating the device.
A readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the building installation wiring.
Prevent the power cable from being trampled or pressed, especially the plug, power socket and
the junction extruded from the device.
Environment
Do not aim the device at strong light to focus, such as lamp light and sun light; otherwise it
might cause over brightness or light marks, which are not the device malfunction, and affect the
longevity of Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS).
Do not place the device in a damp or dusty environment, extremely hot or cold temperatures, or
the locations with strong electromagnetic radiation or unstable lighting.
Keep the device away from any liquid to avoid damage to the internal components.
Keep the indoor device away from rain or damp to avoid fire or lightning.
Keep sound ventilation to avoid heat accumulation.
Transport, use and store the device within the range of allowed humidity and temperature.
Heavy stress, violent vibration or water splash are not allowed during transportation, storage
and installation.
Pack the device with standard factory packaging or the equivalent material when transporting
the device.
Install the device in the location where only the professional staff with relevant knowledge of
safety guards and warnings can access. The accidental injury might happen to the
non-professionals who enter the installation area when the device is operating normally.
Operation and Daily Maintenance
Do not touch the heat dissipation component of the device to avoid scald.
Carefully follow the instructions in the manual when performing any disassembly operation
about the device; otherwise, it might cause water leakage or poor image quality due to
unprofessional disassembly. Please make sure that the gasket ring is flat and properly installed
in the groove before installing the cover. Please contact after-sale service for desiccant
replacement if there is condensed fog on the lens after unpacking or when the desiccant turns
green (Not all models are included with the desiccant).
It is recommended to use the device together with lightning arrester to improve lightning
protection effect.

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It is recommended connect the grounding hole to the ground to enhance the reliability of the
device.
Do not touch the image sensor directly (CMOS). Dust and dirt could be removed with air blower,
or you can wipe the lens gently with soft cloth that moistened with alcohol.
Device body can be cleaned with soft dry cloth, which can also be used to remove stubborn
stains when moistened with mild detergent. To avoid possible damage on device body coating
which could cause performance decrease, do not use volatile solvent such as alcohol, benzene,
diluent and so on to clean the device body, nor can strong, abrasive detergent be used.
Dome cover is an optical component, do not touch or wipe the cover with your hands directly
during installation or operation. For removing dust, grease or fingerprints, wipe gently with
moisten oil-free cotton with diethyl or moisten soft cloth. You can also air blower to remove
dust.
WARNING
Please strengthen the protection of network, device data and personal information by adopting
measures which include but not limited to using strong password, modifying password
regularly, upgrading firmware to the latest version, and isolating computer network. For some
device with old firmware versions, the ONVIF password will not be modified automatically along
with the modification of the system password, and you need to upgrade the firmware or
manually update the ONVIF password.
Use standard components or accessories provided by manufacturer and make sure the device is
installed and maintained by professional engineers.
The surface of the image sensor should not be exposed to laser beam radiation in an
environment where a laser beam device is used.
Do not provide two or more power supply sources for the device unless otherwise specified. A
failure to follow this instruction might cause damage to the device.

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Table of Contents
Foreword.......................................................................................................................................................... II
Important Safeguards and Warnings............................................................................................................. IV
1 Introduction................................................................................................................................................... 1
Device Structure......................................................................................................................................................................... 11.1
Connecting Alarm Input/output.......................................................................................................................................... 41.2
2 Network Configuration ................................................................................................................................. 6
Initializing Device....................................................................................................................................................................... 62.1
Modifying Device IP Address................................................................................................................................................. 72.2
Logging in to Web Interface................................................................................................................................................... 82.3
3 Installation..................................................................................................................................................... 9
Packing List................................................................................................................................................................................... 93.1
Dimension..................................................................................................................................................................................... 93.2
Installing Device .......................................................................................................................................................................113.3
3.3.1 Installation Method....................................................................................................................................................11
3.3.2 Installing Lens ..............................................................................................................................................................11
3.3.3 Attaching Device.........................................................................................................................................................12
3.3.4 Using I/O Port...............................................................................................................................................................14
3.3.5 Adjusting Angle...........................................................................................................................................................15

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1Introduction
Device Structure1.1
Structure type might vary with different devices, and the actual product shall prevail.
Device StructureFigure 1-1
Device StructureFigure 1-2

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Device StructureFigure 1-3
For more information about ports, see Table 1-1.
Table 1-1 Port Information
Port Name Port Function
VIDEO OUT Video output port Outputs analog video signal. It can connect to
TV monitor to check image.
Previews image via the DVR which supports
HDCVI when it outputs HDCVI signal.
HDMI HDMI interface Connects to HDMI monitor to preview image.
AC 24V/DC 12V Power port Inputs 12V DC or AC 24V power supply, and
supports power supply at the same time.
When using AC 24V power, please connect
the power input port to 2PIN converter first.
Device abnormity or damage could occur if
power is not supplied correctly.
Indicator Light Red light System boots up-red light is normally on.
System upgrades-green light flashes.
System resets-green light is off.
Device works normally-green light is normally
on.
Recording status display: recording-green
light flashes.
It detects wireless device-yellow light is
normally on.
Green light
Yellow light

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Port Name Port Function
G GND Ground end of RS232 serial port.
TX RS232 port Sending end of RS232 serial port
RX Receiving end of RS232 serial port
B RS485 port RS485_B port, control external PTZ etc.
A RS485_A port, control external PTZ etc.
NA IR light port External IR light signal control port.
I1 Alarm input port 1 Receives the on-off signal from the external alarm
source.
I2 Alarm input port 2 Receives the on-off signal from the external alarm
source.
N1 Alarm output port Alarm output port, output alarm signal to
alarm device.
N1/N2: Normally open alarm output end.
C1/C2: Alarm output public end.
N1 can only be used with C1 while N2 can only be
used with C2 when connecting alarm device.
C1
N2
C2
P/G (adjacent to P) Power output Supplies 12V DC 2W power for external devices. P
connects to positive pole while G connects to
negative pole.
RESET RESET button Restores device factory default setup.
When system is running normally, press the RESET
button for at least 5 seconds, system can restore
factory default setup.
ABF Auto back focus
adjustment
Auto back focus adjustment, by adjusting Sensor
board position to achieve precise back focus
adjustment.
AF Auto focus function The device lens mount is M43 and it supports the
function when installing motorized lens.
Realizes accurate auto focus via one button.
AUDIO OUT Audio output port 3.5mm JACK port, output audio signal to the
passive device such as earphone and etc.
AUDIO IN1 Audio input port 3.5mm JACK, input audio signal from devices such
as pick-up.
AUDIO IN2

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Port Name Port Function
Some devices are only equipped with 1 channel
audio input port.
LAN /OPT Network port /MB
optical fiber port
LAN: Connect to standard Ethernet cable and
provide PoE power supply function.
OPT: Transmit MB Ethernet data.
SD SD card port Connects to SD card.
GND Please make sure the device is securely earthed to
prevent the thunderstorm strike when using the
device.
Connecting Alarm Input/output1.2
Alarm input/output is available on select models.
Connect alarm input device to the alarm input end of the I/O port.Step 1
Device collects different states of alarm input port when the input signal is idling and being
grounded.
Device collects logic "1" when input signal is connecting to +3V to +5V or idling.
Device collects logic "0" when input signal is grounded.
Alarm inputFigure 1-4
Connect alarm output device to the alarm output end of the I/O port. The alarm output isStep 2
relay switch output, which can only connect to NO alarm devices.
N1 and C1 or N2 and C2 constitute a switch to provide the alarm output, which is shown in
Figure 1-5. The switch is open normally and closed when there is alarm output.

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Alarm outputFigure 1-5
Log in web interface, and configure alarm input and alarm output in alarm setting.Step 3
The alarm input in the web interface is corresponding to the alarm input end of the I/O
port. There will be high level and low level alarm signal generated by the alarm input
device when alarm occurs, set the input mode to NO if the signal is high level and to NC
if the signal is low level.
The alarm output in the web interface is corresponding to the alarm output end of the
device, which is also the alarm output end of the I/O port.

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2Network Configuration
Device initialization and IP setting can be finished with the "ConfigTool" or in web interface. For more
information, see the WEB operation manual.
Device initialization is available on select models, and it is required at first use and after device is
being reset.
Device initialization is available only when the IP addresses of the device (192.168.1.108 by
default) and the PC stays in the same network segment.
Planning useable network segment properly to connect the device to the network.
The following figures and interfaces are for reference only, and the actual product shall prevail.
Initializing Device2.1
Double-click "ConfigTool.exe" to open the tool.Step 1
Click .Step 2
The Modify IP interface is displayed. See Figure 2-1.
Modify IP interfaceFigure 2-1
Click Search setting.Step 3
The Setting interface is displayed.
Enter the start IP and end IP of the network segment in which you want to search devices,Step 4
and then click OK.
All the devices found in the network segment are listed.
Select one or several devices which Status is Uninitialized, and then click Initialize.Step 5

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The Device initialization interface is displayed.
Select the devices that need initialization, and then click initialize.Step 6
The password setting interface is displayed. See Figure 2-2.
Password setting interfaceFigure 2-2
Set and confirm the password of the devices, and then enter a valid email address. ClickStep 7
Next.
The final setting interface is displayed.
Password can be modified or reset in System Settings.
Select the options according to your needs and then click OK.Step 8
The Initialization interface is displayed after initializing is completed. Click the success icon
() or the failure icon ( ) for the details.
Click Finish.Step 9
The device status in the Modify IP interface (Figure 2-1) turns to Initialized.
Modifying Device IP Address2.2
You can modify IP address of one or multiple devices in one time. This section is based on
modifying IP addresses in batch.
Modifying IP addresses in batch is available only when the corresponding devices have the
same login password.
Double-click "ConfigTool.exe" to open the tool.Step 1
Click .Step 2
The Modify IP interface is displayed. See Figure 2-1.

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Select the devices which IP addresses need to be modified, and then click Modify IP.Step 3
The Modify IP Address interface is displayed. See Figure 2-3.
Modify IP Address interfaceFigure 2-3
Select Static mode and enter start IP, subnet mask and gateway.Step 4
IP addresses of multiple devices will be set to the same if you select Same IP.
If DHCP server is available in the network, devices will automatically obtain IP
addresses from DHCP server when you select DHCP.
Click OK.Step 5
Logging in to Web Interface2.3
Open IE browser, enter the IP address of the device in the address bar and press Enter.Step 1
If the setup wizard is displayed, follow the instructions to finish the settings.
Enter user name and password in the log in box, and then click Login.Step 2
For first time login, click Click Here to Download Plugin and install the plugin as instructed.Step 3
The main interface is displayed when the installation is finished. See Figure 2-4.
Main interfaceFigure 2-4

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3Installation
Packing List3.1
The tool required for the installation such as electric drill is not provided in the packing.
The operation manual and related tool are contained in the disk or the QR code, and the actual
packing shall prevail.
Dimension3.2
Following figures are for reference only, the actual product shall prevail.
Model A (Unit: mm [in])

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Model B (Unit: mm [in])
Model C (Unit: mm [in])

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Installing Device3.3
3.3.1 Installation Method
Indoor Wall-mounted Indoor Hang-mounted
Please use housing if the device needs to be installed outdoors, which is to avoid device damage
caused by water soaking.
Install HousingFigure 3-1
3.3.2 Installing Lens
Auto iris socket: it needs to plug the cable of auto iris lens into auto iris socket when the installed
lens is auto iris lens.

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Bayonet MountFigure 3-2
Screw-threaded MountFigure 3-3
CS Lens C Lens
3.3.3 Attaching Device
Make sure the mounting surface is strong enough to hold at least three times of the device weight.

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Cable going through the wall

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Cable going through the cable tray
3.3.4 Using I/O Port