Dividia DVS User manual

Digital Video Server
User Guide
Version 3.0
by Dividia Technologies, L.L.C.
01/05/2009

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DISCLAIMER
No warranty or representation, either expressed or implied, is made with respect to the contents of this documentation, its
quality, performance, merchantability, or tness for a particular purpose. Information presented in this documentation
has been carefully checked for reliability; however, no responsibilities are assumed for inaccuracies. The information
contained in this documentation is subject to change without notice.
In no event will Dividia Technologies be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising
out of the use or inability to use this product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
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transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form by any means without the written
permission of Dividia Technologies, L.L.C.

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Contents
1 Preface 7
1.1 PackageContents.................................................. 7
1.2 Specications.................................................... 8
1.3 LimitedWarranty ................................................. 8
1.3.1 WarrantyLength.............................................. 8
1.3.2 Whoisprotected? ............................................. 8
1.3.3 Whatisandisnotcovered?........................................ 8
1.3.4 What we will and will not pay for? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.3.5 ContactInformation............................................ 9
2 DVS Introduction 11
3 Live Video Monitoring 13
3.1 1-CameraDisplay................................................. 14
3.2 4-CameraSplitDisplay.............................................. 14
3.3 8-CameraSplitDisplay.............................................. 14
3.4 9-CameraSplitDisplay.............................................. 14
3.5 16-CameraSplitDisplay............................................. 15
3.6 FullScreenDisplay................................................. 15
3.7 AutoScan...................................................... 15
4 Playback of Recorded Video 17
4.1 Overview ...................................................... 17
4.2 VideoPreview ................................................... 18
4.3 VideoPlayer .................................................... 18
5 Setting up your DVS System 19
5.1 SystemSetup.................................................... 20
5.1.1 DVRName................................................. 20
5.1.2 RecordingFrameRate........................................... 20
5.1.3 AutoScanInterval............................................. 20
5.1.4 EmailSetup................................................. 21
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5.1.5 DigitalOutput(Optional)......................................... 21
5.2 DeviceSetup .................................................... 22
5.3 UsersSetup..................................................... 23
5.3.1 Overview .................................................. 23
5.3.2 SetupaNewUser ............................................. 23
5.3.3 Setup a New User by Copying an existing User . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5.3.4 EditUserAccessRights.......................................... 24
5.3.5 DeleteaUserfromthesystem ...................................... 24
5.3.6 ApplyingChangesforauser ....................................... 24
5.4 CameraSetup.................................................... 25
5.4.1 General ................................................... 25
5.4.2 Video .................................................... 26
5.4.3 PTZ..................................................... 28
5.5 Date/TimeSetup.................................................. 29
5.6 NetworkSetup ................................................... 30
5.7 Report........................................................ 31
5.7.1 Summary .................................................. 31
5.7.2 CameraActivity .............................................. 32
5.7.3 Alarm(Optional).............................................. 33
5.7.4 POSReports ................................................ 34
5.8 POS(Optional)................................................... 35
5.8.1 JWS/Apex(Optional).......................................... 36
5.8.2 ValveSensing(Optional) ......................................... 37
5.8.3 ScaleSensing(Optional).......................................... 38
5.8.4 PTZ Control Conguration (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
5.8.5 Digital Output Conguration (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
6 Utilities 41
6.1 Export........................................................ 41
6.2 Report........................................................ 42
6.3 JWS Ticket Searching (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
6.4 Support ....................................................... 43
7 Remote Access 45

Chapter 1
Preface
Dividia Technologies Digital Video Server (DVS) is the latest in digital surveillance technology. It enables you to more
easily manage and catalog your video information. Your DVS implements the latest in Motion Detection technology.
When activity is detected, it automatically catalogs this information for easy access at a later time. The system will
automatically alert you to the events you are interested in. You no longer need to wade through hours of video to nd
the information you need.
1.1 Package Contents
Dividia Technologies DVS package includes:
• DVS (Digital Video Server)
• Power Cable
• Keyboard and Mouse
• BNC Breakout Cable(s)
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1.2 Specications
Features
Standard HDD 250GB - 750GB
Maximum HDD 2TB
Minimum Storage 15 Days
Raid Mirroring Optional
External Storage DVD, HDD, USB
Video Compression MPEG4
Resolution 320 X 240, 640 X 480
Recording Modes Motion, 24/7
FPS per Camera 1 - 30
Display Modes 1, 4, 8, 9, or 16
Search Modes Time/Date and text (only w/ POS Interface)
PTZ Support Yes
Network Capability Yes
Export Video Yes
Field Upgradeable Yes
Operating System Linux
Video System NTSC
Video Inputs BNC
Video Outputs VGA
Supported Cameras CCTV, TCP, IP
Dimensions 16.7 X 6.3 X 16
Weight 23.5lbs
AC Power Input 115/230V
1.3 Limited Warranty
Dividia Technologies, L.L.C. warrants that this product to be free of defects resulting from faulty manufacturing or
components under the following terms:
1.3.1 Warranty Length
Labor is warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Replacement products will be warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase.
All warranted items must be shipped to Dividia Technologies, L.L.C. for work to be completed unless otherwise stated.
1.3.2 Who is protected?
This warranty is enforceable only by the rst consumer purchaser.
1.3.3 What is and is not covered?
Except as specied below, this warranty covers all defects resulting from faulty manufacturing of this product. The
following are not covered by the warranty.
1. Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modied, or removed.
2. Damage, deterioration, or malfunction resulting from:

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• Accident, abuse, misuse, neglect, re, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized product modi-
cation, or failure to follow instructions included with the product.
• Misapplication of service by someone other than the manufacturer's representative.
• Any shipment damages. (Claims must be made with carriers)
• Any other cause that does not relate to a product defect.
3. Cartons, cases, batteries, cabinets, tapes, or accessories used with the product.
4. Dividia Technologies, L.L.C. does not warrant that this product will meet your requirements; it is your responsibility
to determine the suitability of this product for your purpose.
1.3.4 What we will and will not pay for?
We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items. However, we will not pay for the following:
1. Removal or installation charges
2. Shipping charges
3. Any incidental charges
1.3.5 Contact Information
2901 Alta Mere Dr, Suite 800
Fort Worth, TX 76116
TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEB: www.dividia.net

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