DynaColor DynaGuard 300 User manual

DynaGuardTM 300
Digital Video Recorder
User’s Manual
Ver. 1.2
00-3DG300DCEA2

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Notice
The information given in this manual was current when published. DynaColor, Inc. reserves
the right to revise its products. All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Copyright
Under copyright laws, the contents of this user manual may not be copied, photocopied,
translated, reproduced or reduced to any electronic medium or machine-readable format, in
whole or in part, without prior written permission of DynaColor, Inc.
© Copyright 2005 DynaColor, Inc.
Trademarks
DynaGuardTM, and DynaRemoteTM are trademarks of DynaColor, Inc.
ThumbDrive®is a registered trademark of Trek 2000 International Ltd.
FireWire®is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
Windows®is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Trademarked names are used throughout this manual. Trademarked names are indicated
with initial capitalization, rather than place a symbol at each occurrence. Inclusion or
exclusion is not a judgment on the validity or legal status of the term.

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Cautions and Preventive Tips
Take care not to drop the unit or subject the unit to major shocks or jolts.
This unit is designed for indoor use only. Do not place the unit near water or other
extremely humid conditions.
Do not place this unit on an unstable stand, bracket or mount.
This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is
provided.
Please check the used type of power source before you plug and operate the unit.
Unplug the unit from the outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use only a damp cloth for cleaning.
Always power down the system prior to connecting and disconnecting accessories, with
the exception of USB devices.
Lithium Battery: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer. Dispose of used
batteries according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions.

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Important Information
Before proceeding, please read and observe all instructions and warnings in this manual.
Retain this manual with the original bill of sale for future reference and, if necessary,
warranty service. When unpacking your unit, check for missing or damaged items. If any
item is missing, or if damage is evident, DO NOT INSTALL OR OPERATE THIS PRODUCT.
Contact your dealer for assistance.
Rack Mounting
Consult with the supplier or manufacturer of your equipment rack for the proper hardware
and procedure of mounting this product in a safe fashion. Avoid uneven loading or
mechanical instability when rack-mounting units. Make sure that units are installed to get
enough air flow for safe operation. The maximum temperature for rack-mounted units is 40°
C. Check product label for power supply requirements to assure that no overloading of
supply circuits or over current protection occurs. Mains grounding must be reliable and
uncompromised by any connections.

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End-user License Agreement
Read this License Agreement before opening the package or installing the software. The
License Agreement describes your rights and obligations. By breaking the seal on the
package or installing the software, you agree to all the terms in this agreement. If you do not
agree to the terms and conditions of this agreement, you may, within 30 days, return the
package, all the documentation and accompanying material(s) to the point of purchase for a
refund.
SOFTWARE LICENSE
The Software includes the computer software, the associated media, any printed material,
and any electronic documentation and may be provided to you installed on a hard drive (the
media) as part of a system. The Software is licensed, not sold.
GRANT OF LICENSE
This agreement between you and DynaColor, Inc. allows you to use the Software you
purchased. Once you have purchased the number of copies you require, you may use the
Software and accompanying material no more than the licensed number of copies at one
time. The Software is only licensed for use with specified DynaColor, Inc. supplied
equipment.
COPYRIGHT
The Software is a proprietary product of DynaColor, Inc. and is protected by both
International copyright laws.

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OTHER RIGHTS AND LIMITATIONS
A demonstration copy of the Software is considered purchased and is covered by this
license agreement
You may not sub-license, rent or lease the Software, but you may transfer the Software
to another party by delivering the original disk and material as well as this license to the
other party. Initial use of the Software and accompanying material by the new user
transfers the license to the new user and constitutes the new user's acceptance of its
terms and conditions.
You may not de-compile, disassemble, reverse engineer, copy, transfer, or otherwise
use the Software except as stated in this agreement.
The hardware/software key, where applicable, is your proof of license to exercise the
rights granted herein and must be retained by you.
DynaColor, Inc. reserves the right to revoke this agreement if you fail to conform the
terms and conditions of this agreement. In that case, you must destroy all copies of the
Software, and all of its component parts (e.g., documentation, hardware box, software
key).
The Software may contain software from third parties that is licensed under a separate
End User License Agreement. Read and retain any license documentation that may be
included with the Software. Comply with the terms of any third party End User License
Agreement is required as a condition of this agreement.
Failure to comply with these restrictions will result in automatic termination of this license
and will make available to DynaColor, Inc. other legal remedies.
UPGRADES
If the Software is an upgrade from another software version, you may use or transfer the
Software only as specified in this agreement. If the Software is an upgrade of a component
of a package of Software programs that you licensed as a single product, the Software may
be used and transferred only as part of that single product package and may not be
separated for use on more than one computer.
LIMITED WARRANTY
DynaColor, Inc. guarantees that the recording medium on which the Software is recorded,
and the documentation provided with it, will be free of defects in materials and workmanship
under normal use for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of delivery to the first user.
DynaColor, Inc. further warrants that for the same period, the software provided on the
recording medium under this license will substantially perform as described in the user
documentation provided with the product when used with the specified hardware.

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NO OTHER WARRANTIES
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limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. No
oral or written information or advice given by DynaColor, Inc., its distributors or dealers shall
create any other warranty, and you may not count on such information or advice.
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of profits or other incidental or consequential damages cause of your use of the Software or
its documentation. This limitation will apply even if DynaColor, Inc. or an authorized
distributor or dealer has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Further,
DynaColor, Inc. does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or
error free.
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from country to country. Some countries do not allow the exclusion of incidental or
consequential damages, or the limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so some of
the above limitations may not apply to you. Under no circumstances shall DynaColor, Inc.'s
liability for any claim by Customer exceed the purchase price paid by Customer.
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then that clause shall be detached from this agreement and shall not affect the validity and
enforceability of the remaining provisions.
You should keep proof of the license fee paid, including model number, serial number and
date of payment, and present such proof of payment when service or assistance covered by
this warranty is requested.

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Content
1. Overview ...........................................................................................................................9
1.1 Key Features 9
1.2 Product Application 11
2. Start with Your DynaGuardTM 300 DVR .........................................................................12
2.1 Position the Unit 12
2.2 Selecting the Video Format 12
2.3 Connection Notice 12
2.3.1 Checking the Input Voltage ............................................................................12
2.3.2 Connecting to the Short-term Storage Device................................................13
2.3.3 Networking the DynaGuardTM 300 DVR .........................................................13
3. System Connections ........................................................................................................13
3.1 Connectors on the Rear Panel 14
3.2 Basic Installation 15
3.3 Optional Installation 15
3.2.1 External Modem............................................................................................15
3.2.2 Terminal Block I/O Board (44-pin)..................................................................16
3.2.3 Looping Video Outputs ..................................................................................16
3.2.4 Audio Connection ..........................................................................................16
4. Front Panel Controls......................................................................................................17
4.1 LED…………………………………………………………………………………………17
4.2 Function Buttons18
5. Main Monitor View Format Settings............................................................................20
5.1 Selecting View Format 20
5.2 Camera Assignment 21
5.3 Automatic Sequencing Mode 22
6. Viewing Live & Playback Video Image..........................................................................22
6.1 Basic Playback Operations 22
6.1.1 Digital Zoom...................................................................................................22
6.1.2 Freeze / Pause ..............................................................................................23
6.2 Date / Time Playback 24
6.3 Event List Playback 25
6.3.1 Event Playback ..............................................................................................25
6.3.2 Deleting Event List.........................................................................................26
6.4 Controlling the Installed Dome Cameras 27
6.4.1 Dome Installation ...........................................................................................27
6.4.2 Dome Controlling Button Introduction ............................................................28
6.4.3 Set Preset Point.............................................................................................29
7. Advanced Operations ..................................................................................................30
7.1 OSD/ Timer 31
7.1.1 Setup Daylight Saving Time...........................................................................33
7.1.2 Setup Date/ Time ...........................................................................................34
7.2 Monitor …………………………………………………………………………………….34
7.3 Camera……….. 36
7.3.1 Configuration Table1 Settings ........................................................................37
7.3.2 Change Camera Title.....................................................................................41

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7.3.3 Speed Dome Setup........................................................................................43
7.3.4 Matrix Setup...................................................................................................44
7.4 Record………………………………………………………………………………….......45
7.4.1 Schedule........................................................................................................48
7.4.2 Day/ Night Switch ..........................................................................................51
7.4.3 Normal PPS & Quality....................................................................................52
7.4.4 Audio Setup ...................................................................................................53
7.4.5 Purge Normal Data ........................................................................................54
7.5 Event………………………………………………………………………………………..54
7.5.1 Event Response ............................................................................................55
7.5.2 Motion Detect.................................................................................................56
7.5.3 Alarm In Settings ...........................................................................................61
7.5.4 Clear Event List .............................................................................................61
7.6 System Information……………………………………………………………………….62
7.6.1 RS-485 Protocol ............................................................................................63
7.6.2 Information.....................................................................................................63
7.6.3 Database Information.....................................................................................64
7.7 Save/ Load Default……………………………………………………………………….65
7.8 Export………………………………………………………………………………………67
7.9 Administrator Setup……………………………………………………………………….69
7.9.1 Password Setup.............................................................................................70
7.9.2 Network Setup ...............................................................................................73
7.9.3 Super MMX Mode..........................................................................................87
7.9.4 Database Setup .............................................................................................88
7.9.5 Upgrade .........................................................................................................90
8. RS-485 .............................................................................................................................91
9. Specification...................................................................................................................92
Appendix A: External I/O Pin Definition ..............................................................................94
Appendix B: RS-485 Command Set ....................................................................................97
Appendix C: Super MMX & Super MPX System Setup ......................................................98
Appendix D: Setup Sequence of the Main Monitor..........................................................102
Appendix E: IR Remote ......................................................................................................103

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1. Overview
The section provides a general overview of the product. The complete
DynaGuardTM 300 surveillance system includes one or more Digital Video
Recorder(s) with dome controls, remote configuring software, and other advanced
features.
The triplex technology of DynaGuardTM 300 DVR enables you to view live and
recorded video simultaneously, while recording other video. Also, DynaGuardTM
300 enables you to access wanted recorded video by searching the indexed time
or event type.
DynaGuardTM 300 allows you to export the recorded video to extended storage
devices through USB ports (one on the front panel and two on the rear) and
IEEE-1394 ports (two on the rear).
1.1 Key Features
The following outstanding features make DynaGuardTM 300 DVR unique:
•Powerful Wavelet compression
•Triplex+ operation enables users to simultaneously view live and previously
recorded video while recording and networking at the same time.
•Record and playback 2 channels of audio inputs / outputs.
•Support VGA main output with high resolution up to 1280 x 1024 pixels
•Smart Matrix system with 16 inputs and 5 outputs (optional)
•Camera plug & play and covet operation provide enhanced security and
administrator control.
•Individual camera configuration settings for covert camera feature,
termination, gain control, alarms, motion detection, and scheduling
•Programmable or automatic recording priority for each camera
•Average or self-adjusting live refresh rate for each camera
•Wide Dynamic Processing and Scheduling for each camera input
•Programmable schedule for one week
•Recording frame rate configurable
•Enhanced Digital Zoom 4 x 4