Digital Watchdog VMAX480 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 areas
with high voltage equipment such as a 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 CSA approved 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 Class A digital 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 user manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which 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.
CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF AN INCORRECT BATTERY TYPE IS USED.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTION.
THIS EQUIPMENT IS FOR INDOOR USE, AND ALL THE COMMUNICATION WIRING IS LIMITED TO INDOORS.
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 System Application Overview 7
1.3 System Startup and Shutdown 8
1.4 Front Panel 9
1.5 Rear Panel 12
1.6 IR Remote Controller 15
2OPERATION 16
2.1 User Login 16
2.2 Live Display Mode 17
2.3 Freeze Mode 22
2.4 Call Monitor Operation 23
2.5 PTZ Operation 24
2.6 Instant Playback of Recorded Video 26
2.7 Clean Button During Playback 27
2.8 I-Backup (Quick Backup During Playback) 28
2.9 Search Recording Image 29
2.10 DST Setting and Screen Saver 34
3SETTING 37
3.1 System 39
3.2 Device 46
3.3 Record 51
3.4 Network 58
3.5 Backup 63
3.6 Quick Setup 65
4WEB SURVEILLANCE 66
4.1 Web Login 66
4.2 Web Configuration 66
4.3 Web Monitoring 69
4.4 Web Playback 71

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CHAPTER 2:ACS CLIENT SOFTWARE USER MANUAL
5ACS (ADVANCE CLIENT SOFTWARE)USER GUIDE 74
5.1 Recommended PC Requirements 74
5.2 Install 75
5.3 Uninstall 77
5.4 Basic Operation 78
5.5 Advanced Operation 84
5.6 ACS Setup 88
CHAPTER 3:MAC ACS CLIENT SOFTWARE USER MANUAL
6MAC ACS USER GUIDE 94
6.1 Mac Requirements 94
6.2 Install 95
6.3 Basic Operation 97
CHAPTER 4:MOBILE PHONE SOFTWARE USER MANUAL
7MOBILE PHONE SOFTWARE USER GUIDE 106
7.1 iPhone Application Software 106
7.2 Android Application Software 110
7.3 Blackberry Application Software 115
7.4 Using WAP+3G Connection 120
APPENDIX :SPECIFICATION 123

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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. Do not dispose of the packing utilities in case of moving or storage purposes.
Items Photo Quantity
User Manual
(DVR & Software)
Quick Start Guide
1
1
CD (Manual & Software)
and Rubber Mount
1
1 Set (4 Pieces)
12V DC Adaptor
and Power Cable
1
1
IR Remote Controller
And Batteries
1
2
USB Mouse 1

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1.2 System Application Overview
This section describes how to connect peripheral devices to the DVR according to your application.
Install the DVR on a 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 space for proper ventilation.
NOTE Place the DVR into the rack require tow people to hold the DVR in place.
Install the DVR in a location with good ventilation to prevent overheating.
WARNING ! ୔When connecting the power supply to the DVR , it is strongly recommended to use a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply)

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1.3 System Startup and Shutdown
1.3.1 System Startup
After connecting peripheral devices such as cameras, monitors, and a mouse to the DVR, connect the 12vDC 6.6Amps power
supply to the power jack on the rear panel of the DVR.
The boot-up screen will display as shown below. Please wait until the boot-up process completes.
When boot-up process completes, [LOGIN] Window will appear. Select the user name and enter the password.
Default Login is “admin” and the password box is blank a then press [OK] or Enter button
NOTE When changing the administrator (admin) password please make a note of it in safe place.
If you forgot your password contact your distributor, proof of purchase is required.
NOTE A mouse is included. In case you need to replace it, it is highly recommended to choose a well-known brand, such as
DELL, MICROSOFT, LOGITECH, or SAMSUNG.

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1.4 Front Panel
Dimensions of 8 & 16 channels DVR Case 11.80” W x 2.16” H x 12.46” D
Front panel allows the user to operate the DVR without having to use the IR remote or a mouse.
NOTE I- Backup (Instant Backup)
In playback mode, the user can press the [I-BACKUP] button on the frontal keypad to configure both Start and
End time. Once the times are set, click the [START] button to start the backup process.
No. Buttons Functions
1 Menu / Exit Toggles On or Off Menu Setup Display
2 Fast-Reverse Button Search recorded video in the reverse mode up to 32x
3 Play / Pause Button Press to start playback in forward mode; press again to Pause the playback
video
4 Fast-Forward Button Search recorded video in the fast-forward mode up to 32x
5 Search / Instant Play Search recorded video or Press and Hold for instant playback of last video
recorded.
6 B-Mark
Call Monitor (Press and Hold)
Bookmark recorded video
Display a camera Full Screen on the Spot Monitor
7 PTZ
I-Backup (Press and Hold)
Control a configured PTZ camera
Start “Instant Backup" to a USB flash drive
8 Mode
Freeze (Press and Hold)
Change the cameras display Mode 1-8 or 1-16
Pause a live video display
9 USB Port USB Port (Ver. 2.0) for Mouse Operation, Backup Device or Firmware Update
10 LED Indicator Indicate System Status
Power, Record, HDD, and Remote connection
11 Instant Record Start Emergency Recording
12 Enter Button Select Value or Setting
13 Directional Arrows Menu Setup Navigation / Change Display Mode / PTZ control

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1.4.1 Directional Arrows:
1) Live Display & Playback Mode
Change channel number by using Left & Right Arrow buttons.
Change display mode by using up & down Arrow buttons.
2) Menu Setup
Use to select function at the menu setup display.
3) PTZ control (When PTZ button is pressed)
4) Zoom & Focus Mode (when PTZ button is pressed again)
Zoom in & Out by using Up & Down Arrow buttons.
Focus In & Out by using Left & Right Arrow buttons.
5) Call Monitor Mode (When call monitor is selected)
change the camera display in the full screen mode of spot monitor by using the Up & Down Arrow buttons.
1.4.2 ENTER Button
Select value or settings.
1.4.3 Menu /EXIT Button
Toggles On or Off the Menu Setup
1.4.4 MODE (Press Once) / FREEZE (Press and Hold) Button
Change camera display mode 1-8 or 1-16 and
Press and hold to Pause live video display.
1.4.5 PTZ (Press Once) / I-BACKUP (Press and Hold) Button
[PTZ] (Press Once): Press once to change to Pan & Tilt Mode. Use the [Directional Arrows] button to control Pan & Tilt function.
Press [PTZ] button again to change to Zoom & Focus Mode. Use the [Directional Arrows] button to adjust Zoom & Focus.
I-BACK UP (Press and Hold): To start Instant Backup Mode to a USB flash drive
1.4.6 INSTANT REC (Press Once) Button
INSTANT REC (Press Once): To start Emergency Recording Mode
1.4.7 B-MARK (Press Once) / CALL MON (Press and Hold) Button
B-MARK (Press Once): For bookmark recorded video
Press and Hold to activate the Call Monitor function:
Used to display a full screen video of a selected spot out channel. During Call Monitor Mode, click [CLOSE] button at the
bottom of the numeric panel to return to the previously programmed spot out mode.

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1.4.8 SEARCH (Press Once) / INSTANT PLAY (Press and Hold) Button
SEARCH (Press Once): To search for recorded videos by date and time
INSTANT PLAY (Press and Hold): To start Instant Reverse Playback
Refer to [OPERATION > SEARCH RECORDING IMAGE] for a detailed image searching method.
1.4.9 IR Sensor Window (Remote Control Receiver)
To receive input signal from the IR Remote Control

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1.5 Rear Panel
Dimensions of 8 & 16 channels DVR Case 11.80” W x 2.16” H x 12.46” D
No. Name Description
1 Video-In Camera inputs (Supports NTSC/PAL)
2 Audio-In Audio Input Device (with Amplifier)
3 Audio-Out Audio Output Device (with Amplifier)
4 Video-Out Main Composite Monitor Output
5 Spot-Out Spot Composite Monitor Output
6 RS-232 Port RS-232 Input Device (POS)
7 USB Port USB Port (Ver 2.0) for Mouse Operation, Backup Device, or Firmware Update
8 VGA Port VGA Monitor
9 LAN Port 100Mbps RJ45 Ethernet Connection Terminal
10 Power Input Power Connection for 12 vDC at 6.67Amps Power Supply
11 Sensor Input Sensor Input
12 Alarm Output Alarm Output
13 RS-485 Port PTZ Dome Camera or External Keyboard Controller connection
14 Loop Out Loop Out Port
15 MIC-In MIC input device
16 HDMI Port HDMI Output
1.5.1 Video-In
To connect the camera input to the corresponding channel marked on rear panel
1.5.2 Audio-In
To connect audio input
1.5.3 Audio-Out
To connect audio output
NOTE Carefully check whether the specifications of the peripheral devices match the DVR’s specifications.
NOTE Camera input voltage level is 1Vp-p±10%.

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1.5.4 Video-Out
To connect Main composite monitor
1.5.5 Spot-Out
To connect composite Spot Monitor
1.5.6 RS-232 Port
RS-232 Input Device (POS)
1.5.7 USB Port (Version 2.0)
1) To backup recorded video, using a USB flash drive (USB Memory Stick or USB HDD)
2) To upgrade the firmware
3) To connect a mouse for system navigation
1.5.8 VGA-Port
To connect a VGA Monitor
1.5.9 LAN Port
To connect RJ-45 jack for Ethernet connection
Consult network administrator or the internet service provider for proper network setting.
1.5.10 Power Input
After connecting peripheral devices such as cameras, monitors, and a mouse to the DVR, connect the 12vDC power supply to
the power jack on the rear panel of the DVR.
1.5.11 Sensor Terminal Block
Connect sensors.
1.5.12 Alarm Terminal Block
Connect various alarm devices controlled by relay output.
1.5.13 RS-485 Terminal Block
Connect RS-485 cable for the control of PTZ camera or external keyboard controller.
NOTE Use of audio output with an amplifier is recommended!
NOTE Support both N/O (Normal Open) and N/C (Normal Close) type of sensors. If connected sensor is not functioning, ensure
w
iring is correct. The connection method may differ according to the type of PTZ controller. Enquire to your vendor for guidance.

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1.5.14 Loop Out
Loop Out Port
1.5.15 MIC-In
To connect MIC input device
1.5.16 HDMI Port
To c o n ne c t H DM I d e v ic e

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1.6 IR Remote Controller
The IR remote control allows the use to operate the DVR without having to use the mouse or the front panel buttons.
To use IR Remote Controller, the ID of the IR Remote Controller must be same as the ID of the DVR.
Default ID # for DVR and IR Remote Controller is “1”.
If you have more than one DVR, you can use one IR remote to control each DVR by setting a unique ID for each DVR.
No. Functions
1 Instant (Emergency) Recording Button
2 Numeric Button
3 Auto-Sequence Button on Live Display Mode
4 Freeze Button
5 Call Monitor Button
6 Channel Selection Button
7 Instant (Emergency) Playback Button
8 Search Button
9 OK (Select) Button
10 Audio Mute Button
11 Playback Button on Search Mode
(Fast Backward/Playback/Stop/Fast Forward)
12 Exit Button
13 Display Mode Button
14 Zoom Button
15 PIP Mode Button
16 Bookmark Button
17 Zoom In & Out Button
18 Backup Button
19 PTZ Button
20 Direction Button (Up/Down/Right/Left)
21 Menu Button
22 ID Select Button (DVR1 ~ DVR8)

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2OPERATION
2.1 User Login
The DVR has various configurations. The administrator can set the system password and can prevent the User(s) from making
unauthorized changes to the configurations or recorded video
Default Login is “admin” and the password box is blank a then press [OK] or Enter button
Using the virtual keyboard to enter the password if required
NOTE 1) [LOGIN] window will display on the monitor, until user logs in with the correct [User] and [Password].
2) If the system is set as [Auto Log-In], DVR does not require login. Refer to 4.1.2 User for details.

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2.2 Live Display Mode
2.2.1 Channel Selection
After the cameras are connected, the real-time display mode is controlled through an easy button operation.
The images can be seen on real-time by 1, 4, and PIP screen. Press the Up & down Arrow buttons on the front panel or IR
remote controller to change the display screen sequentially.
[1Channel] [4 Channel]
[9 Channel] [16 Channel]
[PIP Mode]
To select a channel by mouse, place the cursor on the desired channel and click the left mouse button. To return to previous
screen mode, click the left mouse button again.
NOTE To select a channel using the mouse, the user is required to perform a slow and clear click of the left mouse button.

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Administrator user can set different level of authorization for each user. If a certain user is not allowed to view a certain live and
playback channel, then no image appears on the display screen. Refer to 4.1.2 User for details on how to setup.
When a camera is disconnected, an alarm sound will be activated depending on the system settings.

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2.2.2 Icons Description
Icon Shown on Upper Right Corner Icon Shown on Bottom Right Corner
Continuous Recording PTZ Camera
Motion Detection Recording No HDD, Smart Alarm & HDD Failure
Sensor Activating Recording Using PTZ
Continuous+ Motion Recording Showing sequence mode
Continuous + Sensor Activating
Recording Showing digital zoom mode
Motion Detection + Sensor Activating
Recording
Continuous + Motion Recording + Sensor
Activating Recording
Emergency Recording
Audio Channel