Defender SN502-4CH User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL V1.2
SN502-4CHwww.defender-usa.com
Smart Phone Compatible H.264
DVR Security System
4 Channel DVR w/ 4 Indoor/Outdoor Night Vision Cameras

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SN502-4CH
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ!

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICINGTO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN MONITOR
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and materials. This warranty is limited to the repair, replacement or refund of the purchase price at Defender’s option.
2. This warranty becomes void if the product shows evidence of having been misused, mishandled or tampered with contrary
to the applicable instruction manual.
3. Routine cleaning, normal cosmetic and mechanical wear and tear are not covered under the terms of this warranty.
4. The warranty expressly provided for herein is the sole warranty provided in connection with the product itself and no other
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return instructions.When returning the product for warranty service, please pack it carefully in the original box with all
supplied accessories, and enclose your original receipt or copy, and a brief explanation of the problem (include RA #).
7. This warranty is valid only in Canada and the continental U.S.
8. This warranty cannot be re-issued.
SN502-4CH
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS.............................................................................................. 1
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................... 3
WHAT IS INCLUDED ............................................................................................... 3
FEATURES ............................................................................................................ 4
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................ 5
BUTTONS AND CONNECTIONS................................................................................. 6
BASIC SETUP ........................................................................................................ 8
Things to Consider Before Installation ........................................................................8
Mounting the Cameras ...............................................................................................8
Wiring Diagram for Cameras.......................................................................................9
CONNECTING ADDITIONAL DEVICES......................................................................... 9
Connecting a USB Mouse............................................................................................9
Connecting a Monitor...............................................................................................10
Connecting a PTZ Camera......................................................................................... 10
POWERING ON DVR............................................................................................. 10
GETTING STARTED............................................................................................... 11
Using the Mouse....................................................................................................... 11
Viewing Your Cameras .............................................................................................. 11
FUNCTION MENU ................................................................................................ 12
Function Menu Options ............................................................................................12
MAIN MENU ....................................................................................................... 15
Using the Keyboard ..................................................................................................16
Camera Setup........................................................................................................... 16
Record Setup ............................................................................................................18
Network Setup Menu................................................................................................ 21
Video Search.............................................................................................................25
Devices .....................................................................................................................27
HDD..........................................................................................................28
Alarm Setup..............................................................................................30
PTZ Setup ................................................................................................. 31
Motion Detection...................................................................................... 32
System Setup............................................................................................ 34
Date and Time........................................................................................... 34
NTP Server................................................................................................ 36
DST........................................................................................................... 36
Password Setup ........................................................................................37
Video Setup ..............................................................................................38
Volume, Margins, and Privacy Zone..........................................................38
Language .................................................................................................39
System Information..................................................................................39
Maintenance.............................................................................................40
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PLAYBACK.......................................................................................................... 41
Video Search.............................................................................................................41
File List .....................................................................................................................42
Playback through DVR..............................................................................................43
Computer Playback................................................................................................... 44
File Viewing..............................................................................................45
Software Functions .................................................................................. 46
NETWORK GUIDE ............................................................................................. 47
Requirements........................................................................................................... 47
Connecting DVR to a Router......................................................................................47
Finding your DVR’s IP address ...................................................................................48
Preparing your Computer for Viewing the DVR .........................................................48
Log in to the DVR......................................................................................................51
Installing ActiveX Controls........................................................................................ 51
Viewing DVR Outside Of your Network .....................................................................52
Option 1 ...................................................................................................53
Option 2.................................................................................................... 54
Testing Port Forwarding ........................................................................... 55
If You Cannot Connect...............................................................................56
DDNS Setup ..............................................................................................................57
Logging into Software..............................................................................................60
ONLINE SOFTWARE ............................................................................................. 61
Live Mode................................................................................................................. 61
PTZ Options .............................................................................................................. 62
Other mouse options ................................................................................................62
Playback ..................................................................................................................63
Playing back footage................................................................................................ 64
Setup........................................................................................................................ 65
Network setup menu................................................................................................71
MOBILE VIEWING................................................................................................ 72
DVR TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................................... 76
DVR SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................... 79
CAMERA MANUAL ............................................................................................... 81
What’s Included........................................................................................................81
Features....................................................................................................................81
Wiring Diagram for Cameras..................................................................................... 82
Drilling Template ...................................................................................................... 82
Camera Specications...............................................................................................83
Camera Troubleshooting...........................................................................................84
REPLACEMENT PARTS.......................................................................................... 85
ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES ................................................................................... 85
NOTES ........................................................................................................... 86

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INTRODUCTION
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Congratulations on your purchase of the SN502-4CH! This user friendly system will allow you to monitor and protect
your home or business. The coaching iMenu makes setting up and using your DVR very easy with helpful information
bubbles that appear to assist you. The SN502-4CH comes equipped with H.264 compression which allows you to record
and store more footage using less space, so you will never miss an important event. This manual was written to ensure
that you get the most out of your SN502-4CH DVR.
• 4 x Camera Mounts
• Camera Mounting Hardware
• Quick Start Guide
• Instruction Manual
• RCA to RCA (Male) Cable
• 1 x Power Adapter for Camera
• 1 Year Warranty
• Lifetime Live Customer Support
DVR (500GB Hard
Drive Installed)
4 x Outdoor Night
Vision Cameras
4 x Window Warning Stickers DC12V Power Adapter
for DVR
4 x 60ft 4 PIN DIN to RCA
(male) Power Cables
10ft RJ-45 Cable Software and Manual CD 1 x 4 port power supply
for Cameras
6 x RCA to BNC Connectors USB MouseIR Remote Control

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FEATURES
iPhone and BlackBerry Compatible
Access live video footage directly from your iPhone, BlackBerry1 , Android, Windows Mobile, or Symbian smartphone 2
Record Over a Month of Footage
The 500GB hard drive is optimized for 24/7 surveillance and uses cutting edge H.264 compression to record over a
month of video.3 Set to record in real time, your footage will stream awlessly during playback.
Coaching iMenu
Helpful information bubbles will pop up to assist you as you scroll through dierent settings. Learn what each setting
means so that you can congure the system to suit your needs.
Connect to a TV or Monitor Easily
VGA output and “spot” monitoring allow you to connect to up to two televisions and a computer monitor for viewing
purposes.This gives you more options when viewing the activity captured by your cameras.
LIfetime Live Customer Support
Our customer support team can be reached by phone, by email and live web chat. Our experts will be happy to assist
you in English, French and Spanish.
View Video Online with No Service Fees
View your DVR’s live or recorded video footage on any Internet accessible computer5with Internet Explorer.6Know what
is happening at your home or business wherever and whenever you want.
Customize Your Camera Display
Picture-in-picture allows you to view one camera in full screen and two other cameras of your choice in smaller windows
simultaneously. You can also watch all four cameras at once in quad screen mode or cycle through each camera in
sequence mode.
4 Professional Grade Weather Resistant Cameras
Four color cameras provide you with a clear, consistent picture at 400 TV lines of resolution. Each camera is built with
professional grade aluminum housing and a sunshade to help prevent glare, deterioration and rusting.8
See in the Dark with Automatic Night Vision
Each camera comes equipped with night vision, allowing you to see any monitored area (up to 15ft away!)9in total
darkness. The 11 infrared LEDs activate automatically when it becomes dark and deactivate during the day to save
energy.
Multiple Easy Backup Options
A built-in USB port gives you the option of backing up and transferring your video footage with a USB ash drive or
external USB hard drive.10 You can also connect to an external CD/DVD writer directly to your DVR and burn your footage
to a disc.
Advanced Motion Activated Recording
Advanced motion detection settings ensure that false alarms are not triggered—the easy motion detection “mask”
allows you to block out areas with constant movement.

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FEATURES
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
• DF10W (60 ft. Extension Cable)
For more optional accessories, please see the back of the manual or visit: www.defender-usa.com
Included Mouse and Remote
Navigate through the menu with ease using the included USB mouse, the front panel of your DVR or the convenient IR
remote control.
Password Protection
Set a password to prevent unauthorized users from viewing your footage or changing any of your DVR settings.
24/7 Scheduled Recording
Choose which days of the week and hours of the day you want to set your DVR to record, or not record. Each individual
camera can even have a personalized weekly schedule.
Search by Date, Time or Event
Simply choose the desired date and time range, and the requested video clips will appear. Clips are also labeled by
event, which makes it easy to nd particular footage.
Endless Location Options with 60ft of Wiring per Camera
The included 60ft camera wiring gives you exibility in the installation of your cameras and allows you to increase each
camera’s range. If you need additional 60ft cable lengths, you can purchase the DF10W.The single wire also conveniently
carries both the power and video signals, so you are only running one wire per camera (maximum 180ft cable length
per camera is recommended).
1. Compatible with BlackBerry Bold only. For an updated list of compatible models please visit www.defender-usa.com
2. iPhone is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. BlackBerry is a registered trademark of Research in Motion Limited. Defender is not aliated with
BlackBerry, iPhone, Windows or Symbian. To see which other smart phone devices are compatible, please visit: www.defender-usa.com.
3. Recording capacity may vary based on recording resolution and quality, lighting conditions and movement in the scene. Based on a 500GB hard drive,
using lowest quality settings. Defender will not be held liable for any loss of data due to Hard Drive failure.
4. Requires broadband router and broadband Internet connection–not included. Internet Explorer is required.
5. Video playback software is not Mac compatible
6. Internet Explorer is a registered trademark of Microsoft Windows. Defender is not aliated with Microsoft.
7. Sharp is a registered trademark of Sharp Corporation. Defender is not aliated with Sharp.
8. Although the cameras are water resistant they are not waterproof. Cameras are not intended for use in direct exposure to water, rain or snow.
9. IR illumination range up to 15ft under ideal conditions. Objects at or beyond this range may be partially or completely obscured, depending on the
camera application.
10. USB ash drive, CD/DVD writer, and external hard drive not included.

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BUTTON AND CONNECTIONS
1. Power LED: Glows green when DVR is
turned on
2. HDD LED: Flashes when hard drive is
in use
3. Directional Keys: Used to navigate through
the menu
4. IR Sensor: For the remote control
5. Channel Selection: Selects channels to view. Press
once to view rst channel
listed and a second time to
view second channel listed
6. Screen View: Press once to view quad screen
and twice to view single screen
7. Record: Press this to prompt
manual record
8. Rewind: Rewinds playback footage
9. Enter Button: Selection button
10.Stop: Stops playback footage
11.Play: Plays playback footage
12.Fast Forward: Fast forwards playback footage
13.Pause: Pauses playback footage
14.Function: Opens up sub menu
15.Menu: Opens up main menu
16.PTZ: Opens up PTZ control buttons
DVR FRONT
DVR BACK
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1. VGA: Connects toVGA monitor
2. Mouse: Connect USB mouse here
(before power up)
3. Camera Connect: Camera connections for
four cameras
4. Audio Input: Connects to a microphone
and/or audio supported
camera (not included)
5. Power Connection: Connect DVR to power source
with this connection
6. PTZ: Connects to two wire
PTZ camera
7. LAN Connection: Connects to router
8. USB Connection: Connect USB drive here to
backup footage
9. Video Output: Allows you to attach two
dierent monitors
10.Audio Output: Connects to speaker/
audio input
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1. Numerical Keypad: Buttons 1-4 will display the
corresponding camera on
full screen
2. All: Switch to quad viewing mode
3. Menu: Access the main menu and exit
the current menu
4. Select/Enter: Allows you to select options
5. Directional Keys: Allow you to navigate through
the menu
6. Audio/Search: Searches and nds any channels
that have an audio supported
camera attached to it (not
included)
7. Mute: Mutes sound
8. Rewind: Rewinds footage
9. Record: Begins recording based on the
24 hour schedule
10.Pause: Pauses playback footage and
starts/stops sequence mode
11.Play: Calls up the playback menu
12.Fast Forward: Fast forwards through playback
footage and allows you to
navigate the menu to
the right
13.Stop: Stops recording and/or playback
footage
REMOTE CONTROL
MOUSE
1. Select: Click this button to select
highlighted object
2. Scroll Wheel: This wheel has no function on
this DVR
3. USB Connection: Connects to the USB mouse port
(top port) on the back of the DVR
4. Deselect: Pressing this exits the menu you
are in. If you are in live view it
will open the
sub menu
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BUTTON AND CONNECTIONS

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BASIC SETUP
Things to Consider Before Installation
• Thecamerashouldbeinstalledbetween8and13ftabovetheareatobemonitored
• Beforescrewinginthemountforthecameraensuretherearenoobstructionsinthecamera’sview
• Placecamerasinthemoststrategicplaceswheretheycanprovidedetailed,recordedvideoofeveryvisitor.
• Havingthecameraintheopenforpeopletoseecanhelpdetercriminals
• Tocoverlarge,darkareassuchasbackyards,garages,anddriveways,placecamerasinstrategiclocations,suchason
the roof or deck, this way, less cameras are needed to cover an area
• Ensurethatthesunshadeispositionedtoavoidglareandbe sure to position camera away from direct sunlight or
other light sources
• Forbestresults,thelightinfrontofthecamerashouldbeaboutthesamebrightnessasthelightaroundtheareaor
object being monitored
• Decidewhetherthecamerawillbewall-mounted,ceilingmountedorsitonadesk/tabletop.Ifyouaremounting
the camera on a wall or ceiling, use the included mounting hardware. We recommend that the mounting bracket is
secured using the included screws for all installations
• Eachcameracomeswith60ftofvideo/powerwirepleasemakesurethatyoumountthecamerasnomorethan
60ft from the DVR. If longer wiring distance is required, 60ft extensions can be purchased (DF10W) from your local
re-seller or at www.defender-usa.com
• Werecommendusingasurgeprotectedpowerbartoprotectthecamera’sinternalcircuitry
Mounting the Cameras
1. Decide if the camera will be wall-mounted or sit on a
desk/tabletop. The camera can be adjusted for either
mounting scenario by rotating it to the required
position.
2. Screw the mounting bracket into the camera’s
mounting hole, turning it clockwise.
3. Mount the camera in the desired location no more
than 60 ft from the DVR unless you have purchased
additional wiring. You may mount the cameras on a
wall, ceiling or desk.
4. Ensure that the cameras are strongly secured into
the wall.
5. Adjust cameras to the desired viewing angles.
6. For additional help on mounting the cameras, please
see the drilling template, located at the back of the
manual.
Adjust camera to desired viewing angle
Ensure the camera is secured into place

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BASIC SETUP
Instructions
1. Plug 12V adapter (A) into electrical wall outlet or surge protecting power bar.
2. Plug the single end of the four port power supply (C) into the male end of the 12V adapter (B).
3. Connect the 4PIN DIN female connection on the camera (E) into the 4PIN DIN male connection on the 60ft video
power wire (F).
4. Plug the power jack (G) from the 60ft video/power wire into one of the ports of the four port power supply (D).
5. Attach the BNC to RCA connector (L) to the video inputs (J) on the back of the DVR.
6. Connect the yellow male RCA plug (H) from the 60 ft cable to the BNC to RCA (K) connector on your DVR.
7. Repeat the above steps for all of the included cameras.
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E
L
J
K
Connecting a USB Mouse
It is recommended to connect the included USB mouse
before powering on the DVR. This will speed up the
initializing process as well as make the DVR easier to use.
1. Plug the USB connection on the mouse into the top
USB connection on the back of the DVR.
Wiring for Cameras
CONNECTING ADDITIONAL DEVICES
Plug Mouse into rst USB port

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BASIC SETUP
CONNECTING A MONITOR
1. Connect a BNC to RCA connector to the top VIDEO OUT
connection on the back of the DVR.
2. Plug the RCA cable into the BNC connector.
3. Attach the other end of the RCA cable to a yellow RCA
video input on yourTV/monitor.
4. Switch theTV/Monitor source to view the DVR. (Consult
the TV/Monitor manual for instructions on how to
switch the video source)
5. The bottom video out is for a second monitor. Plugging
an RCA cable into this video out would be the same as
plugging it into the top video output.
1. Insert the included power cord into the included
power supply.
2. Plug the power cord into a power outlet (surge
protected power outlet recommended).
3. Insert the power supply wire into the rear DC 12V port
on the DVR.
• Afterafewsecondsthesplashscreenwillappear
and the DVR will start up.
POWERING ON DVR
CONNECTING A PTZ CAMERA
The SN502-4CH supports a 2 wire RS-485 connection for
a PTZ camera to be connected (PTZ camera not included).
Please see the PTZ camera manual for further instructions
on required connections and settings.
To connect a two wire PTZ camera:
1. With a small at head screwdriver, unscrew the screw
on the top of the opening.
2. Insert the wire into the hole below the top screw while
it is still unscrewed
3. Re-tighten the top screw, this will lock the wire into
place. Pull lightly on the wire to make sure it is secure.
4. For further instruction on connecting your PTZ camera,
please see the PTZ camera’s instruction manual.
1.
2.
Connect to a power source to turn on DVR
Plug in BNC to RCA connector
Plug RCA cable to BNC
3.

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GETTING STARTED
GETTING STARTED
Now that you have powered up the DVR and properly connected it to a TV or monitor you are ready to begin setting up
and using the DVR. This DVR is designed to be user friendly. You will notice the coaching iMenu information bubbles
describing settings that you will nd in the menu. As an added convenience the DVR will automatically begin recording
once it is powered on as long as at least one camera is properly connected.
Using the Mouse
• The included USB mouse makes using the SN502-
4CH simple and ecient. Using the mouse will make
controlling the DVR very similar to using a computer.
It will allow you to easily click on items to select
them and make desired changes. The mouse is not
necessary for operation
• MakesurethatthemouseisconnectedtothetopUSB
port on the back of the DVR before powering on.
Screen Viewing
By double clicking one of the eight camera screens, the viewing mode will switch to full screen mode. Double clicking
again will bring you to back to quad screen. (depending on what was set before) From full screen mode you can zoom
into an area of the screen. For more information on zooming in, please see“zoom” on page 14.
Full Screen
Zooming in
Quad Screen

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FUNCTION MENU
The Function Menu can be accessed 3 dierent ways:
1. By right clicking the mouse.
To access items on this menu with the mouse move the mouse pointer over
the option to highlight it and left click. To exit, move the pointer o the menu
and left click.
2. Pressing select on the remote.
To access items on this menu with the remote, use the arrow keys to move and
when the option is highlighted, press select. To exit, press the menu button.
3. Pressing the function button on DVR
To access items on this menu with the front of the DVR use the navigational
key pad on the front of the DVR to move and when the option is highlighted,
press enter. To exit, press the menu button.
FUNCTION MENU
Function Menu
Main menu
Selecting this accesses the Main menu. If the menu is locked, you may need to unlock rst.
DEFAULT PASSWORD:
123456
To unlock the menu:
1. Select the area the password will be typed and a digital number pad will appear.
2. Type in the password. The default password is 123456.
3. Once you have typed in the password, press the enter button to close the digital number pad.
4. Click“APPLY,”if the password is correct the main menu will open.
Unlock Menu Prompt

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FUNCTION MENU
PTZ Camera
The controls for the PTZ camera are as follows:
Directional keys: Clicking on the directional arrows moves the camera in the direction of that
arrow
Zoom: Pressing the + zooms in and pressing the – zooms out
Focus: Pressing the + focuses the picture and pressing the – takes the focus away.
This is useful if an object is either close range or long range and is being
displayed blurry
Iris: Pressing the + lets in more light and pressing the – takes light out of the
picture. This is useful for varying lighting situations as well as correcting
backlight issues
Slow Fast: This bar allows you to adjust the speed that the camera will move
Cruise Setup: This function allows you to setup preset positions for the PTZ to follow, the
PTZ camera will cruise through your set positions and times. Not all PTZ
cameras have this function
To set up cruise:
1. Right click the mouse and open PTZ.
2. Select“PTZ”.
3. Select the channel that the PTZ camera is connected to.
(The PTZ camera must already be congured).
4. Click on the STP text eld and input the time (in
seconds) for how long you would like the PTZ camera
to stay at that position.
5. Use the directional buttons to adjust the camera to
the places you would like the PTZ camera to view in
cruise mode. Press the SET button at each desired
position.
6. To review your set points, select the PRE text eld and
input the number you would like to view.
7. Click“save”and then“exit”.
8. To Erase all Preset cruise points click the reset button.
9. To start the PTZ cruise, Open the shortcut menu and
select “start cruise”. To stop the PTZ cruise, Open the
shortcut menu and select“stop cruise”.
Selecting this shortcut opens the PTZ menu. PTZ stands for Pan, Tilt, Zoom cameras (Not included). This menu option
only controls compatible PTZ cameras that are properly setup in the device management section of the menu.
PTZ setup menu
PTZ Cruise

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FUNCTION MENU
PIP Mode
PIP stands for picture in picture.This mode allows you to view camera one in full screen and up to two camera channels
(of your choice) as smaller screens in either corner of the screen. You must have at least two cameras connected to your
DVR for PIP mode to function properly.
To turn on PIP mode:
1. Right click the mouse and scroll to “PIP mode”, once highlighted, two
options will appear, 1x1 and 1x2.
2. 1x1 allows you to view camera one in full screen and another camera in
the lower left corner of the screen. 1x2 allows you to view camera one in
full screen and two other cameras in the bottom left and right corners of
the screen.
3. For both options, clicking on the small camera screen will change the
camera that you are viewing.
4. To exit PIP mode, right click the mouse.
Zoom
When viewing a camera in full screen mode, your function menu gives you an option to zoom in. This is good if you
would like to get a better view of something that you are monitoring.
To zoom in:
1. Double click the screen you would like to zoom in on. This will open to full screen mode.
2. Right click the mouse, scroll to“Zoom”and press select.
3. Using the mouse, click and drag a square around the area you would like to zoom in on.
4. Once the square has been set, release the mouse button and the screen will zoom in on the selected area.
5. To exit the zoomed in screen, right click the mouse.
Video Search
Selecting this shortcut prompts the video search menu to appear. This allows you to search through the previously
recorded footage. For more information on the video search menu, please see PLAYBACK.
Mute
If you have connected audio enabled cameras to the DVR you can mute all noise being recorded by selecting the mute
option, open the function menu again while in mute mode to turn mute o.
PIP Mode 1x1 PIP Mode 1x2

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FUNCTION MENU
1. The main menu can be accessed by pressing the menu button on the front of the DVR or by selecting it from the
function menu.
2. To access the main menu with the mouse, right click and select main menu from the function menu. On the DVR
front panel and remote, press the“menu”button.
3. To select anything from the main menu, left click the mouse, press select on the remote or press “enter” on the
front of the DVR.
4. When you access any sub-menu there are a few options that may be available on the bottom of the page.
The options include:
1. Default: This button will restore all settings on the
current page to the default settings.
2. Apply: This button will apply and save changes
made to the current menu page.
3. Exit: To exit the current menu, select exit at the
bottom of the screen.
Note: All sub menus have some or all of the above options.
Main Menu
MAIN MENU
Manual Rec
Selecting this shortcut prompts the DVR to begin recording (if it is not already recording).This will override any schedule
that is set
Start Rotate
1. Right click the mouse and select“Start Rotate”, the cameras will then start sequencing through.
2. To stop auto sequence, double click the screen and you will return to the quad view screen.
Start Cruise
Selecting this option prompts the PTZ cruise to start (if you have set up the PTZ cruise). Selecting it again will stop the
PTZ cruise
GUI to LCD
Selecting this option lockes your DVR’s controls and your screen will now act as a viewable LCD monitor ONLY, you will no
longer have any access to your DVR functions.To revert this function, you will need to press the button“0”on the remote
control or the “REW”button on the DVR front panel.

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MAIN MENU
USING THE KEYBOARD
The keyboard is used when typing in passwords, dates and labeling/naming certain things. This keyboard will appear
multiple times when working with your DVR.
1. Select the letters you would like by pressing select. By selecting the “ABC” tab on the side, you will change the
letters to be lower case and selecting it again will change the letters to numbers and again from numbers to upper
case letters.To erase, select the backspace button ( ).
2. When you have typed in what you like, press the enter button ( )on the keypad to close the keyboard.
Keyboard(s)
DISPLAY SETUP
The display setup menu allows you name each camera, adjust where the title of the camera appears on screen, adjust
the color of each camera, turn cameras on and o as well as decide on where the time will be displayed on screen.
Title
This will be the name of the camera that is displayed on screen. It is good to name the camera something to reect what
the camera is monitoring. Ex. Garage or Driveway. A maximum of 8 characters can be used.
To change the title of the cameras:
1. Select the camera that you would
like to adjust the settings for.
2. Select the camera title option
under the camera number you
would like to change and a
keyboard will appear.
2. Enter the title of the camera you
would like then select enter to
close the keyboard.
3. Select “apply” from the main
camera menu to save
your changes.
4. Repeat for all desired cameras.
Display Menu

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MAIN MENU
Position
This will determine where the camera title will be displayed in the camera viewing window.
To change the position of the title:
1. Select the position option and a drop down list will open.
2. Select the position where you would like the title to appear on the camera screen. If you would like the name NOT
to display, set the position to“OFF”
3. Repeat for all desired cameras.
4. Select“apply”to save the changes.
Color Setup
Clicking this button will allow you to adjust the image settings for an individual camera.
To adjust the color on a camera:
1. Select the color setup button and a full
screen view of the selected camera will
appear along with scroll bars to adjust
Hue, Brightness, Contrast and Saturation.
2. To adjust each bar, make sure it is
highlighted in red. To turn the settings up
and down, click and drag the bar in the
center.
3. Once you have adjusted the color to your
liking, select “apply” and then “exit” to
return to the camera menu.
4. Repeat for all desired cameras.
Live
Choose whether or not to display a camera in live viewing mode. The camera will record and playback normally, it just
will not appear on the live viewing screen. This is benecial so that only authorized users can see what the camera is
viewing.
To turn the live viewing of a camera on or o:
1. Select the live option and a drop down list will open.
2. Select“enable”or“disable”from the drop down list to turn the camera on or o.
3. Repeat for all desired cameras.
4. Select“apply”to save the changes.
Color Setup Screen