DSE RK Series User manual
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Contents of the manual
The RK series DVRs and NVRs are video recording systems for CCTV video surveillance. NVR
models are used to connect IP cameras
The DVR models have BNC inputs to connect analog AHD, CVI, TVI, CVBS cameras but can also manage IP
cameras.
This manual explains how to install the video recorder, how to connect the cameras and how to use the
essential functions. It also explains how to connect from a computer with common clients.
For advanced configuration, remote access from the IoVedo.RK app and IoVedo.RK software, refer to the
specific manuals.
This manual refers to NVRs/DVRs withgraphical interface Version 6.0which you see below
If your NVR/DVR has a different interface, for example 5.0 or earlier, you can download the specific
manual for your version, or you can continue reading this manual considering that you will find the
same options on your screen, just with different graphics.
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Prepare the cameras
Before installing a DVR or NVR you must have the cameras to connect available. If you connect analog
cameras you must supply them with power and then connect the video signal with a coaxial cable or a
twisted pair with balun. If you connect IP cameras to the network you must first configure their IP address.
For these operations you must follow the camera manual.
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Install the Hard Disk
If you want your system to be able to record, you need to install a Hard Disk inside the video recorder. Any
3.5" SATA hard disk for computers is fine, but for longer life it would be better to purchase a specific model
for video recording.
The maximum capacity of the hard disk that you can mount is 8 TB.
Depending on the model, you can house from 1 to 8 Hard Disks inside the video recorder. You can easily
understand which direction the disk should be mounted by looking at the holes on the bottom of the DVR/NVR.
Remove the cover by unscrewing the side screws e
rear
Connect the hard disk with the two power and
data cables found inside. If there
there are multiple doors, choose any pair.
Secure the hard disk with the 4 screws provided
screw in from underneath the VCR
At the next startup, the NVR/DVR will reveal the new installed Hard Disk and ask you to start formatting it
in order to use it.
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CAUTION – The power consumption of a hard disk varies greatly depending on its capacity. Our video
recorders are supplied with a power supply suitable for a normal 1 or 2TB hard disk, normally the most
used size. If you install a larger hard disk or more than one hard disk, it is best to replace the standard
power supply with a higher power one.
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Connect a DVR
If you have purchased a DVR, your device can manage both analogue cameras, with its BNC inputs, and
IP cameras, via the network port.
These are the rear connections. The equipment varies based on the model you purchased.
A | VIDEO IN–To these BNC type video inputs you can connect any type of analog camera in AHD, CVI or
TVI technology, up to the maximum resolution managed by your DVR model. You can also connect old
CVBS analog cameras. The only cameras with a BNC connection that you cannot connect are SDI digital
cameras.
B | TO OUT–You can connect a speaker to this RCA connector to broadcast the DVR audio. Remember
that the HDMI monitor output also conducts audio so if you connect a TV via HDMI you can hear the
audio without connecting a speaker to this output.
C | V-OUT–To this BNC output you can connect an analog monitor, the AV input of a TV and any device
capable of receiving CVBS analog video. This output has low resolution and is not recommended to use
for the primary monitor. The resolution of this output is not sufficient to operate in the configuration
menu.
D | NET–It is the RJ45 network port. To be able to view your cameras via the Internet, or to
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connect IP cameras, you need to connect the DVR to your network. You must use a normal straight-type
network cable and insert it on one side into the NET port of the DVR and on the other into a free port on
your router or switch. The DVR is factory set to automatically configure itself on the network (DHCP).
And | AB RS485–This is the RS485 serial port to which you can connect the control pair to control analog
or AHD motorized cameras. While our latest motorized analog cameras support motion control along
the video cable by selecting UTC command protocol, older motorized analog cameras require these two
additional cables for control. The RS485 BUS is a twisted pair that connects in cascade all the analog
motorized units of your system. You can find more information in the camera manual on how it should
be connected, always respecting the A(+) and B(-) terminals found on the camera. You will then have to
configure the transmission protocol, in the PTZ configuration of the DVR, based on the camera. You need
to select the protocol, usually PelcoD, the speed, usually 1200,
Motorized IP cameras do not require this connection because they are controlled via the network cable.
F | VGA–You can connect a computer monitor that has this type of port to this output. This output
supports the maximum resolution of 1920x1080 FullHD.
G | INPUTS–You can connect alarm contacts to these terminals as explained later H | EXIT–You can
connect the alarm output to these terminals as explained later I | A1..A4–You can connect audio signals
from analog cameras or microphones to these RCA inputs. Remember that these audio inputs are only
active for BNC channels because IP cameras require the microphone to be connected to the camera.
L | HD OUT–This is the HDMI output for the monitor. Almost all TVs and PC monitors have this
connection port. If you connect a TV, to see the images you must remember to select the external HDMI
input you used for the NVR on your TV. This is typically done by pressing the SOURCE button on the
remote control. These DVRs come from the factory with a low output resolution which you can increase
up to 4K to match the maximum resolution of your monitor. This operation is explained better later in
the manual
Remember that the HDMI cable cannot be longer than a few meters. To connect an HDMI monitor
remotely from the NVR you must use an HDMI transmission device.
M | USB–To the USB ports you can connect the mouse included with the DVR and USD memories, such
as USB sticks or hard disks to back up video files. All DVRs also have a front USB port.
N | DC 12V–Connect the included 12VDC power supply here. Be careful not to confuse the DVR/NVR
power supply, which has at least 2A of power, with other smaller ones you have
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perhaps purchased for the cameras, because this would lead to malfunctions. If you power the DVR with
one of our centralized power supplies in the box you must consider that the individual outputs are
limited to 1A and this requires connecting at least 3 in parallel to be able to provide adequate power to
the DVR.
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Connect an NVR
If you have purchased an NVR your video recorder can only manage IP network cameras. These are the
rear connections. The equipment varies based on the model you purchased.
A-OUT-You can connect an external speaker to this minijack connector to broadcast audio. Remember
that the HDMI monitor output also conducts audio so if you connect a TV via HDMI you can hear the
audio without connecting this output.
VGA–You can connect a computer monitor to this output. This output supports the maximum resolution
of 1920x1080 FullHD.
HD–This is the HDMI output for the monitor. Almost all TVs and PC monitors have this connection port. If
you connect a TV, to see the images you must remember to select the external HDMI input you used for
the NVR on your TV. This is typically done by pressing the SOURCE button on the remote control. These
DVRs come from the factory with a low output resolution which you can increase up to 4K to match the
maximum resolution of your monitor.
Remember that the HDMI cable cannot be longer than a few meters. To connect a monitor remotely
from the NVR you must use an HDMI transmission device.
USB–You can connect the mouse included with the DVR and USB sticks to back up video files to the USB
ports. Many DVRs/NVRs also have a front USB port. You can also connect USB disks to record to external
HDDs
NET or LAN or WAN–It is the RJ45 network port. To be able to view your cameras via the Internet, or to
connect external IP cameras, you must connect the NVR to your network, for example to your router, via
this port. You must use a normal straight-type network cable and insert it on one side into the network
port of the NVR and on the other into a free port on your router or switch. The NVR is factory set to
automatically configure itself on the network (DHCP).
LAN1..8orPOE1..8– Some NVR models have POE ports to connect cameras. You can connect the IP
cameras you want the NVR to manage here. The NVR provides POE power to the cameras. If you connect
our RK Series cameras to these ports, they are automatically configured (plug and play). If you connect
other cameras you will first have to assign them an IP address suitable for the NVR's internal network.
You cannot connect other network devices, such as switches or routers, to these ports.
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DC 12V–Connect the included 12VDC power supply here
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Connect your monitor
Although the DVR/NVR can work without a monitor, you must necessarily connect one, at least for
configuration operations.
You can use a computer monitor or a TV. The main monitor port, with the highest resolution, is the HDMI
port found in all modern televisions and computer monitors.
There's also a VGA port if you need to connect a PC monitor from a few years ago.
DVRs/NVRs are factory programmed to provide a low resolution (1280x1024) in order to be compatible with
all monitors. Once you have connected the monitor and started the DVR/NVR you should increase the video
output resolution up to the maximum supported resolution of your monitor (usually FullHD 1920x1080 or
4K 3840x2160).
If when you start the DVR/NVR you only see the DSE logo and then nothing else it is because the monitor does not
support the video resolution of the device. You have to connect another monitor and then possibly change the
video resolution in the configuration
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Remember that the HDMI cable cannot be longer than a few meters. To connect a monitor remotely
from the NVR you must use an HDMI transmission device.
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Connect alarm I/O
Some DVRs/NVRs are equipped with alarm inputs and outputs and have a special rear terminal block.
The layout of the terminals varies from model to model, here we see two examples.
Example 4I+1O
Example 16I+4O
ALARM IN – The alarm inputs are used to connect external contacts that can activate alarms with which to
start recording and send reports. The contact must be connected between the input terminal (1,2,3,4 etc)
and a GND terminal on the terminal block. If the terminal block has multiple G or GND terminals you can
choose any one.
In configuration you can set the NO or NC (normally open or normally closed) operation of the input so as
to trigger the alarm when the contact closes (NO) or when it opens (NC).
ALARM OUT – The alarm outputs are used to activate external devices such as alarms
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acoustics, lighting etc. The outputs are normally open (NO) clean contacts to be connected between the two
output terminals. In models with a single output you will use terminals C and NO. The models with multiple
outputs have two terminals for each output (C1-N1, C2-N2 etc.).
In the DVR/NVR configuration you can set the events that cause the closure of the output contact and
also the duration of the closure.
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Make the first ignition
As soon as you connect the power plug, the DVR/NVR starts up and displays an image on the screen.
DVRs and NVRs for video surveillance do not have a power switch because they are designed to always
remain on. If you don't see the image you need to check your cable and monitor settings. If your monitor
has a particular resolution, it may not be compatible.
When you turn it on for the first time, one startswizardwhich helps you configure the main options of
your system in minutes.
This part of the manual briefly describes the options available in the wizard. A more detailed description
can be found in the configuration manual. All options that you configure in the setup wizard are also
accessible later in the setup menu.
Wizard
1 – CHOOSE YOUR LANGUAGE
When turned on, the guided configuration procedure begins. After using it once, you can disable it in the
DVR/NVR configuration to prevent it from appearing in future startups. The first option to choose is the
menu language. Over 20 languages are available. In this manual reference is made to the factory Italian
language.
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2 – LOG IN TO THE SYSTEM
Enter the factory password to access the DVR/NVR:
USER: admin
PASSWORD: 12345
Then press LOGIN.
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3 – SET DATE AND TIME
First you need to set the system date and time. Choose the Italian time zone GMT+1 and the Day/Month/
Year format. Other items are explained in the configuration manual and you can also activate them later.
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4 – SET UP THE NETWORK
In this step you can set the network parameters for the DVR/NVR which allow it to communicate with the
external network connected to its network port, mainly with the router. If you are not sure which
parameters to enter, leave the DHCP factory option enabled which allows the DVR/NVR to obtain the
parameters automatically from the network router. You can always change them later.
5 – ADD THE CAMERAS
Analog cameras connect to BNC ports and are immediately available. Even the IP cameras that you
connect to the POE ports of the NVRs that are equipped with them are automatically configured.
Cameras already added to the NVR appear in the table above.
If you want to connect IP cameras connected to an external network to your DVR/NVR, these cannot be
self-configured, you must first configure them appropriately in the external network. In this section of
the procedure, you can add the IP cameras that you have connected on your external network to the
recorder. You have to press the buttonnearto track cameras in the network, they will appear in the table
below, where you can select them to add to the DVR/NVR. The details of this operation, with the various
cases, are explained later and also in the configuration manual. If you're not ready to add cameras you
can go ahead and do it later.
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6 – FORMAT the HARD DISK
In this step you should find the hard disk that you inserted into the DVR/NVR. Select it and click FORMAT
to allow the DVR/NVR to use it. If you don't find the hard disk in the list, check that the two internal
cables are connected and that the power supply is connected
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DVR/NVR is the correct one, possibly try replacing the hard disk because it could be faulty.
7 – SET THE PASSWORD
In this final step you can possibly change the access password to your NVR/DVR. If you want to do this,
the first thing you need to do is make sure you don't forget it, because it is a security device and to
recover a forgotten password, you will have to contact us and go through a fairly laborious procedure.
The password must contain at least 8 characters with a letter and a number inside. You also need to set
up answers to security questions and your own recovery email, which will allow you to easily recover
your password via email if you forget it.
If you are not ready to change your password you can press EXIT
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