Digital Watchdog VMAX A1 DW-VAONE 41TB User manual

REV: 09/30
USER MANUAL

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Safety Information
The safety information is provided for the wellness of the equipment and for the safety of the
operator.
Please review and observe all instructions and warnings in this manual.
Preparations before installation
To protect your DVR from damage and to optimize performance, be sure to keep the DVR away from dust, humidity, and
area with high voltage equipment such as refrigerator.
Do not install or place equipment in areas where the air vents can be obstructed, such as in tight enclosures or small utility
closet. Keeping the unit in a temperature-controlled room with ample regulated power is highly recommended. Do not
overload the wall outlet, as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.
Uninterruptible power devices such as UPS power surge protectors are recommended, and the DVR units must at least be
connected with UL, CUL, or CSAapproved power surge protector. Avoid direct sun light and avoid heat.
FCC Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of ClassAdigital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own expense. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules.
UL Information
- for pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible
- if the battery is placed elsewhere in the equipment, there shall be a marking close to the battery or statement in the servicing
instructions.
C
AUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF AN INCORRECTTYPE REPLACES BATTERY.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTION.
THIS EQUIPMENT IS FOR INDOOR USE, AND ALL THE COMMUNICATION WIRING IS LIMITED TO
INSIDE OF THE BUILDING, OR ANY SIMILAR WORD.
Note : Keep this manual handy every time you operate this equipment. Also, check with your dealer
for further assistance and for the latest revision of this manual. Your dealer might provide you with a
digital version of this manual. We also ask to keep the original box and packing materials in case of
return and for long-term storage of the DVR unit.

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Contents
CHAPTER 1:DVR USER MANUAL
1GETTING STARTED 6
1.1 Checking Supplied Items 6
1.2 Connecting Peripheral Device 7
1.3 System Startup and Shutdown 9
2EXPLANATION FOR EACH FUNCTION 11
2.1 Front Panel 11
2.2 Rear Panel 12
2.3 IR Remote Controller 14
3OPERATION 15
3.1 User Log-in 15
3.2 Quick Startup Wizard 16
3.3 Live Display Mode 17
3.4 PTZ Operation 21
3.5 Call Monitor Operation Error! Bookmark not defined.
3.6 Playback of Recorded Video 23
3.7 Quick Backup during Playback 24
3.8 Search Recording Image 25
3.9 DST Setting 28
3.10 Screen Saver 29
4SETTING 30
4.1 System 31
4.2 Device 37
4.3 Record 42
4.4 Network 45
4.5 Backup Error! Bookmark not defined.
4.6 Quick Setup 51
5WEB CLIENT 52
5.1 Web Login 52
5.2 Web monitoring 53
5.3 Web Playback 56
5.4 Web Configuration 57
6PIVOT™USER GUIDE 59
6.1 PC Requirements 59

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6.2 Software Installation 59
6.3 Software removal 60
6.4 Basic Operations 61
6.5 Pivot Functions 71
6.6 Pivot Setup 77
7MAC ACS USER GUIDE 83
7.1 System Requirement 83
7.2 Install 83
7.3 Basic Operation 85
8MOBILE PHONE SOFTWARE USER GUIDE 91
8.1 iPhone application software 91
8.2 Android application software 101
9APPENDIX :NETWORK SETUP FOR EXTERNAL USAGE 111
10 APPENDIX :SPECIFICATION 111

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Chapter 1
DVR USER MANUAL

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1GETTING STARTED
1.1 Checking Supplied Items
Make sure that you have the following items supplied with your DVR. If any of these items are missing or damaged, notify your
vendor immediately. Keep the packing utilities for moving or storage purposes afterwards.
Items
Photo
Quantity
Quick Start Guide
1 Set
CD (Manual & Software)
1 Set
12V DC Adaptor
Power Cable
1 Set
USB Mouse
1 Set
Screws
4 Pieces (Top cover )

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1.2 Connecting Peripheral Device
This section describes how to connect peripheral devices efficiently to the DVR.
Install the DVR on flat surface. If required, attach a rubber mount for installation. If a 19-inch rack is used with 1.5U Height
case, it is recommend to install the system on a shelf and use 2.5~3U (1U=1.75 inch or 4.45 cm) space for proper ventilation.
4 Channel DVR Compact Case Dimensions: 11.0” W x 1.9” H x 9.6” D
8 Channel DVR Compact Case Dimensions: 11.0” W x 1.9” H x 9.6” D
16 Channel DVR Compact Case Dimensions: 14.1” W x 2.6” H x 14” D
NOTE
Install the system in a location with good ventilation to prevent overheating.
W
ARNING
!
※When connecting power cord to the system, it is strongly recommended first to plug the power cord
to the system and then plug the other side of power cord into the wall socket.

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CAMERA CONNECTION
The VMAXA1 supports all analog resolutions up to 960H,AHD, and TVI signals. The DVR can be used for one of the signals
or a combination of all three.
In order to set the DVR to record multiple signals simultaneously (TVI &AHD for example), the channel combinations must
be in pairs. For example, channels 1 and 2 must be connected to cameras using the same signal. Channels 3 and 4 must be
connected to cameras using the same signal etc. See example 3 for more information.
Example 1)
All Cameras used are TVI 1080P/720P
Example 2)
All Cameras used are AHD 1080P/720P or Analog 960H
Example 3)
CH 1, CH 2 : TVI 1080P/720P CH 5, CH 6 : TVI 1080P/720P
CH 3, CH 4 : AHD 1080P/720P or Analog 960H CH 7, CH 8 : AHD 1080P/720P or Analog 960H

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1.3 System Startup and Shutdown
1.3.1 System Startup
After connecting all necessary peripheral devices such as cameras, monitors and a mouse to the DVR, power up the DVR by
connecting DC12V 3Aadaptor to the power jack on the rear panel. The boot log screen will appear. Please wait until the boot
process is complete.
To login, right-click anywhere on the screen. This will bring up the login screen, where you can enter the username and
password. There is only oneAdministratorAccount configurable in the DVR system. It is assigned with an unchangeable
User ID marked as ‘admin’. The default password is empty (No Password).Administrator account has full access to the DVR
and its configurable parameters. TheAdministratorAccount also has the ability to create new users and to assign rights to the
new user accounts. Those new users created by theAdministrator can also login with a specific password set by the
Administrator.
N
OTE
Do not forget the administrator’s password that was set for the first time. In case the password is lost,
contact your vendor.
N
OTE
The mouse is included. In case you need to replace it, it is highly recommended to choose well-known
major brands such as DELL, MICROSOFT, LOGITECH, or SAMSUNG.

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1.3.2 System Shutdown and change password
To power off the DVR, follow one of the options below:
1. Right-click on the screen and select ‘Shutdown’ from the drop-down menu. Enter the username and password to power
off the DVR.
2. Right-click on the screen and select ‘Setup Menu’. Go to the System Settings sub-menu and select the ‘Default’ tab.
Press the ‘Shut Down’ button at the bottom right of the window. Enter your username and password and select OK to
power off the DVR.
N
OTE
It is not recommended to disconnect the power cable abruptly from the back of the DVR because it may
affect the DVR and Hard Drive.
The default password for ‘admin’ account is none. Therefore, just click ‘Enter’ button on the dial pad. If you changed the
password for ‘admin’ account, please type in the changed password to login.
N
OTE
User can type in the password using the virtual keyboard or the numeric buttons on the IR remote
controller.