Digimerge DH100 Series User manual

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
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
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Information in this document is subject to change without notice. As our-
products are subject to continuous improvement, Digimerge Technology Inc.
reserve the right to modify product design, specifications and prices, without
notice and without incurring any obligation. E&OE © 2012 Digimerge. All rights
reserved.
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HandTools Hardware
Router
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Time: 20 minutes
Tools Skills - Easy
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1Connect BNC cameras to the
BNC ports (Video Input) on the
rear panel.

NOTE: Test the cameras prior to
selecting a permanent mounting
location by temporarily connecting the
Cameras and Cables to your DVR.
DH100 Series Quick Setup Guide - English - R2
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Intermediate
easy advanced
Time
under30 minutesunder15 minutes under60 minutes
HandTools Hardware
Router
HiSpeed
over60 minutes
Time: 20 minutes
Skills - Easy

Congratulations! You have completed STEP 1 & 2 successfully. Your DVR is now ready to use.
Refer to the User’s Manual to learn how to record,playback and use all other features available
with this DVR.
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
1. Using the mouse and in the
main viewing mode, rightclick
to open the quick menu.
2. Click  ( )>
 ( )>( ).
3. From the ,
click .
4. Click 
5. In the calendar, select the year,
month and date. Click the field
under and enter the
current time.
6. Right-click and click  to save
your settings.
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NOTE: It is highly recommended to set the time on the system
prior to doing any recording. All recording must be stopped on the
system in order to set the time.

 


For details, please refer to
the User Manual.
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
To open the Main Menu:
• Using the Remote Control: Press the button.
• Using the Mouse: Right-click in the main viewing window > ( ).
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


Toll free tech support
available after completing
product registration. For
more information on
this product, firmware
updates, warranty and
accessory products,
please visit:
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* For setup of Instant Mobile
Viewing refer to your User
Manual.
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STEP
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STEP

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STEP

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
Connect one end of the Ethernet
cable (not included) (for remote
monitoring) to an available LAN
port of your router (not included)
and the other end to the DVR’s
Network Port.


Connect the VGA cable (not
included) from your LCD
monitor to the VGA port on
the rear panel of the DVR.

 From the VIDEO OUT port
connect a BNC terminated
cable (not included) to a TV or
a CCTV monitor.
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
Connect the mouse to the
USB mouse port on the front
or rear panel.
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
Connect the power cable to the
DC 12V port on the rear panel
and the power cord into an
electrical outlet. At startup, the
system performs a basic
system check and runs an
initial loading sequence. After a
few moments, the system loads
a live display view.


However, you
do not have to enter a pass-
word upon initial startup. You
can configure the system
password through the 

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To enable the system password:
1. Using the mouse, right-click in the main viewing window,
and click ( ).
2. Click 
3. Select the checkbox.
4. Right-click and click  to save your settings.
For more details, please refer to the user’s manual.
There are several ways to adjust system values.

For certain menus, click the + or - symbol to
change the values.

When you click a text field, the number or text pad
appears, depending on the menu.

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
While in a split-screen display mode,
double-click an individual channel to view it in full-screen.
Double-click again to return to the split-screen display
mode.
• While navigating menus, click to open a menu option.

• During Live View: Right-click anywhere on the screen to
open the Quick Menu.
• Right-click to exit menus.
 Not used.
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41. Connect a USB flash drive, mouse,
HDD, or optical drive for critical data backup;
connect a USB flash drive for firmware upgrades.
2.  IR receiver for the remote control.
Keep the IR receiver clear from obstructions. If
your remote does not respond to the DVR, ensure
the IR receiver is not blocked by objects.
3. 
 Glows green to indicate the system is on.
Glows red to indicate system is recording.
 Glows orange to indicate network is active.
The Quick menu gives you
access to the system’s key
functions. To access the
Quick Menu, right-click the
screen during live view.
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
This step relates to remote viewing over the LAN (local area network)
by using a PC located on the same network as that of the DVR.


Press the 10+ button (4/8-channel); press the 10+ button 2
times (16-channel).

1. Right-click in the main viewing window, and click 
( ) 
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Computer - not included

Insert the included Digimerge
software CD into your computer’s CD/
DVD-R drive. Within the CD menu,
click the  button. You
will be redirected to the DH100
product page. Look for the
to install the
software.
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
Follow the installation screen
to complete CMS-DH Software
installation.
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Click  to restart the computer when prompted.
A  appears on your desktop.
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



NOTE: You may receive installation warnings. This is normal. Accept the security
warnings to continue.
Record the information in the section below:
: _______._______ ._______._______
: _____:_____:_____:_____:_____:_____
_______
(Required for DDNS registration)
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Intermediate
easy advanced
Time
under30 minutesunder15 minutes under60 minutes
HandTools Hardware
Router
HiSpeed
over60 minutes
Time: 20 minutes
Tools Skills - Easy


Right for Business
 Connect the
single end of the Octopus cable
(included) to the Camera IN port
on the rear panel. Connect BNC
cameras to Octopus cable.

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STEP
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
To add a DVR to CMS-DH:
1. Click 
2. Click to locate connected DVRs on the network.
3. Click on the DVR you wish to add to CMS-DH, and then
click 
• The DVR appears on the left panel.
4. Click on the DVR you want to connect, and click the 
button.
5. Double-click the name of the DVR to connect to the system.
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

1. Double-click the
 icon
on the desktop.
The  main
screen opens.
NOTE: Make sure you have connected the DVR
to your network and have the DHCP turned ON.
Congratulations! You have completed Step 3 successfully. You can
now view, playback video on your Local Computer via LAN (local area
network).
NOTE: To add another DVR from the network, you must click the Online
button to disconnect the DVR. Then repeat steps 1-5 to add the new DVR.
NOTE: If you have changed the default password of the DVR, you must
select the DVR from the list, then manually re-enter the new password in
the Password field, and then click Apply and then OK.
Double-click to connect to DVR


1Port forward your router first before proceeding with the set-up.
You must forward Port : 80
TAll routers are different. To port forward your router, please
refer to your router’s user manual.
2Open your web browser (Internet Explorer by default) and enter
http://ddns.digimerge.net in the address bar.

4

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
3

An example of a port forwarding screen is shown for illustration
purposes.
Port: 
Web 80 80 12


Click the 
button.
1. Complete the 
 fields with
your personal information.
Complete the Warranty
Information with your
purchase details.
2. Complete the System
Information fields.

Select your product model
from the Product License drop down menu. (e.g. DH200/100
Series)
The physical address of your system on your
network.
 Enter a unique URL name (e.g. tomsmith).
NOTE: URL name should not be more than 15 characters.
6. Click  to create a new account and save your
settings.
7. information will be sent to you at the email address
you provided earlier.


4
STEP

Insert the included Digimerge software
CD into your computer’s CD/DVD-R drive.
Within the CD menu, click the 
 button. You will be redirected
to the DH100 product page. Look for the
to install the
software.
7
Computer - not included
An automated REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION EMAIL will be
sent to your email. Print and Save this confirmation. You will
need this information to access your System remotely.

5






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1. Open the  and click 
2. Select the  checkbox.
3. Under , select 
4. Enter the following:
 enter only the 
 from the confirmation email. For example, if your domain
name is “tomsmith.digimerge.net”, you only need to enter
“tomsmith” in the text field.
• Under  enter your 
• Under  enter your 
NOTE: Obtain your Digimerge DDNS user name and password from
the confirmation email.
5. Under  click the button to test the connection.
If you receive amessage, then DDNS is properly
configured.
6. Right-click and click  to save your settings.
ATTENTION: You MUST enter your DDNS information LOCALLY before
attempting remote access.


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
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Time
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HiSpeed
over60 minutes

4
STEP

DH100 Series Quick Setup Guide - English - R2
Congratulations! You have completed Step 4 successfully. You can now
connect over the internet to view and playback video.






4
STEP
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

9
Once you have added the DVR, you
can add multiple DVRs and view
them in the tab. To switch DVR,
click on the tabs near the top of
the window.

8
1. Click 
2. In the Device manager window, click 
3. Beside the Type drop-down menu, select 
4. Enter the following into the blank fields:
•  Enter the DVR name of your choice.
 Enter the  address (for example
tomsmith.digimerge.net)
 Enter the DVR’s port number (by default, port )
 Enter the DVR’s user name (by default, )
Enter the DVR’s password (by default,)
NOTE: Obtain your Digimerge DDNS user name and password from
the confirmation email.
5. Click 
ATTENTION: You MUST enter your DDNS information LOCALLY before
attempting remote access. DVR should be disconnected from CMS-DH
Software.
6. Click the  button
to connect to the DVR.
Double-click the DVR icon
to begin viewing.
Click the tab to switch DVR

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

5
STEP
1. In the  address bar, enter your system’s IP address or
your Digimerge DDNS domain followed by :80 — for example,

NOTE: You MUST include http:// in order to access your system.
2. Click 
Wait for the file
to download.
• The file saves into your
Download folder.
3. Double-click the file
to extract the contents. The file extracts into the iDVR icon ( ).
To  refer to the instructions from the
User’s Manual.

1
You can remotely connect and configure your DVR using the Safari browser
in Mac OSX 10.6 or above.
Prerequisites
• Port 80 (or whichever port your system is using) must be port
forwarded to your router.
• You must create a DDNS account, and have the DDNS settings
configured in your DVR.
• The DVR must have internet access.
• You must have a Digimerge DDNS address to log in remotely.


2
DVR Digimerge DVR Digimerge
Along with the CMS-DH remote client software, you can also view your
system remotely using Internet Explorer (version 7 or later recommended).
Remote viewing through Internet Explorer allows for viewing from up to
three simultaneous connections. NOTE: Remote viewing is only compatible
with Internet Explorer. Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Safari and other browsers are
not supported.
To view your system using Internet Explorer:
1. Open Internet Explorer.
2. In the address bar, enter your system’s IP address or your Digimerge
DDNS domain followed by :80 — for example, 

NOTE: You MUST include  in order to access your system.
3. Enter the system user name and password (by default admin / 000000). Click
OK to log in.
4. Click 
5. Click the warning bar and select

6. Click Install to continue.
7. Live viewing starts after the software
installs.

NOTE: The interface and functionality is
identical to the local menu.
DVR
DVR

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HiSpeed
over60 minutes
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Time : 60 minutes Skills - Advanced
Hardware
PC/Router
SkillLevel
Intermediate
easy advanced
Time
under30 minutesunder15 minutes under60 minutes
HandTools Hardware
Router
HiSpeed
over60 minutes