EverFocus EMV1200 FHD User manual

EMV1200 FHD / EMV800 FHD
12CH/8CH Hybrid Mobile DVR
User’s Manual
Copyright © EverFocus Electronics Corp.
Release Date: August, 2020

EVERFOCUS ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
EMV1200 FHD /EMV800 FHD
Hybrid Mobile DVR
User’s Manual
1995-2020 EverFocus Electronics Corp.
www.everfocus.com.tw
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Safety Precautions
Refer all work related to the installation of this product to qualified service personnel or
system installers.
Do not block the ventilation openings or slots on the cover.
Do not drop metallic parts through slots. This could permanently damage the appliance.
Turn the power off immediately and contact qualified service personnel for service.
Do not attempt to disassemble the appliance. To prevent electric shock, do not remove
screws or covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Contact qualified service
personnel for maintenance. Handle the appliance with care. Do not strike or shake, as this
may damage the appliance.
Do not expose the appliance to water or moisture, nor try to operate it in wet areas. Do
take immediate action if the appliance becomes wet. Turn the power off and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel. Moisture may damage the appliance and also may cause
electric shock.
Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning the appliance body. Use a dry cloth
to clean the appliance when it is dirty. When the dirt is hard to remove, use a mild
detergent and wipe gently.
Do not overload outlets and extension cords as this may result in a risk of fire or electric
shock.
Do not operate the appliance beyond its specified temperature, humidity or power source
ratings. Do not use the appliance in an extreme environment where high temperature or
high humidity exists. Use the mobile DVR at temperatures within -40°C~55°C / -40°F~131°F
(Storage). The input power source is 9-36 VDC.
Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.
Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings
All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

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Follow Instructions
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
Cleaning
Unplug the unit from the outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners, abrasive or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may
cause hazards.
Water and Moisture
Do not use this unit near water-for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, in an unprotected outdoor
installation, or any area which is classified as a wet location.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service this unit by yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Power Cord Protection
Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched
by items placed upon or against them, playing particular attention to cords and plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this unit through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the unit.
RTC (Real Time Clock) Battery
When encounter failure of time calibration of your DVR, the issue may be caused by
running-out of RTC battery. Users will have to change the RTC battery on the main board
of the Mobile DVR.
ATTENTION! This is a class A product which may cause radio interference in a domestic
environment; in this case, the user may be urged to take adequate measures.

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This Product is RoHS compliant.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the users’ authority to operate this equipment.
WEEE
The information in this manual was current upon publication. The manufacturer reserves the right
to revise and improve his products. Therefore, all specifications are subject to change without prior
notice. Manufacturer is not responsible for misprints or typographical errors.
Please read this manual carefully before installing and using this unit. Be sure to keep it handy for
later reference.
Your EverFocus product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and
components which can be recycled and reused. This symbol means that electrical and
electronic equipment, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from your
household waste. Please, dispose of this equipment at your local community waste
collection/recycling centre. In the European Union there are separate collection systems
for used electrical and electronic product.
Please, help us to conserve the environment we live in!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Features .......................................................................................................................... 3
1.2 Packing List...................................................................................................................... 3
1.3 Optional Accessories....................................................................................................... 4
1.4 Front Panel...................................................................................................................... 5
1.5 Rear Panel ....................................................................................................................... 7
2. Getting Started .............................................................................................................. 9
2.1 Installation ...................................................................................................................... 9
2.1.1 Mounting................................................................................................................... 10
2.2 Hard Disk Installation.................................................................................................... 11
2.3 SD Card Installation....................................................................................................... 13
2.4 Vehicle Connection ....................................................................................................... 15
2.4.1 Connecting to a Truck with 24 VDC .......................................................................... 15
2.4.2 Connecting to a Car with 12 VDC.............................................................................. 16
2.5 Basic Connection........................................................................................................... 17
2.5.1 Power Harness Cable ................................................................................................ 18
2.5.2 Video Cable / Power-Out Cable ................................................................................ 19
2.5.3 Audio Cable ............................................................................................................... 20
2.5.4 D-Sub Cable............................................................................................................... 21
2.5.5 Ethernet Cable .......................................................................................................... 22
2.5.6 USB Cable .................................................................................................................. 22
2.5.7 GPS Cable .................................................................................................................. 22
2.6 Monitor Connection...................................................................................................... 23
2.7 Turning On / Off the Power .......................................................................................... 24
2.8 Accessing the Mobile DVR ............................................................................................ 24
2.9 Connecting the Mobile DVR to the Network................................................................ 28
2.9.1 Router or LAN Connection ........................................................................................ 28
2.9.2 Direct High-Speed Connection.................................................................................. 31
2.9.3 One-to-One Connection............................................................................................ 32
3. General Operation ....................................................................................................... 36
3.1 USB Mouse Operation .................................................................................................. 36

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3.1.1 How to Select a Channel / Enable Audio Out ........................................................... 36
3.1.2 OSD Root Menu ........................................................................................................ 37
3.1.3 Field Input Options.................................................................................................... 37
3.2 General Operation ........................................................................................................ 39
3.2.1 Login.......................................................................................................................... 39
3.2.2 Forget Your Password ............................................................................................... 40
3.2.3 Audio Selection ......................................................................................................... 41
4. OSD Root Menu ........................................................................................................... 42
4.1 PTZ................................................................................................................................. 44
4.1.1 Express Control of PTZ .............................................................................................. 45
4.2 Layout Switching........................................................................................................... 46
4.3 Channel Switching......................................................................................................... 46
4.4 OSD Overlay .................................................................................................................. 47
4.5 Sequence....................................................................................................................... 49
4.6 Zoom ............................................................................................................................. 49
4.7 Archiving the Recordings to the USB or FTP................................................................. 51
4.8 Logout ........................................................................................................................... 54
4.8.1 Temporarily Logout................................................................................................... 55
4.9 Information ................................................................................................................... 57
4.9.1 System Info ............................................................................................................... 57
4.9.2 Log Info...................................................................................................................... 58
5. Search and Playback..................................................................................................... 59
5.1 Time Search................................................................................................................... 59
5.2 Event Search ................................................................................................................. 60
5.3 Playback Bar.................................................................................................................. 61
6. System Configuration................................................................................................... 62
6.1 Camera.......................................................................................................................... 64
6.1.1 Analog Camera.......................................................................................................... 64
6.1.1.1 Display Aspect Ratio....................................................................................... 66
6.1.2 Add IP Camera........................................................................................................... 67
6.1.3 IP Camera.................................................................................................................. 69
6.1.4 Camera Info............................................................................................................... 70
6.1.5 Adjust ........................................................................................................................ 71

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6.1.5.1 eZ Controller (Control Camera OSD Setting from DVR End).......................... 72
6.2 Record ........................................................................................................................... 73
6.3 Event ............................................................................................................................. 74
6.3.1 Alarm......................................................................................................................... 74
6.3.2 Video Loss ................................................................................................................. 77
6.3.3 G Sensor .................................................................................................................... 79
6.3.4 GPS ............................................................................................................................ 80
6.3.5 Other ......................................................................................................................... 81
6.4 Storage .......................................................................................................................... 89
6.4.1 Storage Info............................................................................................................... 89
6.4.2 SD Card...................................................................................................................... 90
6.4.3 Lock/Format.............................................................................................................. 91
6.5 Display........................................................................................................................... 92
6.5.1 Monitor OSD ............................................................................................................. 92
6.5.2 Sequence................................................................................................................... 93
6.6 Network ........................................................................................................................ 94
6.6.1 LAN............................................................................................................................ 94
6.6.2 Wireless..................................................................................................................... 97
6.6.3 Mobile ....................................................................................................................... 98
6.6.4 Email.......................................................................................................................... 99
6.6.5 DDNS ....................................................................................................................... 100
6.6.6 FTP........................................................................................................................... 105
6.6.7 Alarm Server ........................................................................................................... 106
6.6.8 Remote/Mobile....................................................................................................... 107
6.6.9 Network Test........................................................................................................... 108
6.6.10 Xfleet................................................................................................................... 109
6.7 Sys Setting................................................................................................................... 110
6.7.1 Date / Time ............................................................................................................. 110
6.7.2 Daylight Saving........................................................................................................ 112
6.7.3 User Group.............................................................................................................. 113
6.7.4 User Management .................................................................................................. 115
6.7.5 I/O Control .............................................................................................................. 117
6.7.6 EKB200 Setting........................................................................................................ 119
6.7.7 Miscellaneous ......................................................................................................... 121
7. Remote Access to the Mobile DVR.............................................................................. 123
7.1 Accessing the Mobile DVR on the Network................................................................ 123
7.2 Remote Live View ....................................................................................................... 127

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7.3 Menu Bar..................................................................................................................... 128
7.3.1 Event ....................................................................................................................... 129
7.3.1.1 Alarm............................................................................................................ 129
7.3.1.2 Video Loss..........................................................................................................................132
7.3.1.3 GPS Event ..........................................................................................................................134
7.3.1.4 G-Sensor Event.................................................................................................................135
7.3.1.5 Other...................................................................................................................................136
7.3.2 Storage .................................................................................................................... 144
7.3.2.1 Storage ...............................................................................................................................144
7.3.2.2 SD Card...............................................................................................................................145
7.3.2.3 Lock/Format......................................................................................................................146
7.3.3 Display Setting......................................................................................................... 147
7.3.3.1 Monitor OSD.....................................................................................................................147
7.3.3.2 Monitor Sequence ..........................................................................................................148
7.3.4 Network .................................................................................................................. 149
7.3.4.1 LAN ......................................................................................................................................149
7.3.4.2 Wireless..............................................................................................................................152
7.3.4.3 Mobile ................................................................................................................................153
7.3.4.4 Email....................................................................................................................................154
7.3.4.5 DDNS...................................................................................................................................155
7.3.4.6 FTP .......................................................................................................................................160
7.3.4.7 Alarm Server.....................................................................................................................161
7.3.4.8 Remote/Mobile ...............................................................................................................162
7.3.4.9 Xfleet...................................................................................................................................163
7.3.5 System Setting ........................................................................................................ 164
7.3.5.1 Date/Time..........................................................................................................................164
7.3.5.2 Daylight Saving.................................................................................................................166
7.3.5.3 User Group........................................................................................................................167
7.3.5.4 User Management..........................................................................................................169
7.3.5.5 I/O Control ........................................................................................................................171
7.3.5.6 EKB200 Setting.................................................................................................................173
7.3.5.7 Miscellaneous...................................................................................................................175
7.3.6 Information ............................................................................................................. 176
7.3.6.1 System ................................................................................................................................176
7.3.6.2 Log .......................................................................................................................................177
7.3.7 Copy ........................................................................................................................ 178
7.3.8 Search...................................................................................................................... 181
7.3.8.1 Time Search ......................................................................................................................181
7.3.8.2 Event Search .....................................................................................................................182
7.3.9 PTZ........................................................................................................................... 184

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8. Specifications............................................................................................................. 185
8.1 EMV800 FHD ............................................................................................................... 185
8.2 EMV1200 FHD ............................................................................................................. 187
9. Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 189
Appendix A: Network Overview......................................................................................... 190
Appendix B: Linksys & D-Link Port Forwarding ................................................................... 194
Appendix C: Timing of Alarm Modes .................................................................................. 198
Appendix D: IR Remote Control ......................................................................................... 201
Appendix E: RTSP URL Syntax ............................................................................................ 202
Appendix F: Recording Backup through EF-Reader ............................................................. 205
Appendix G: Auto HDD Retry Mechanism .......................................................................... 206

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1. Introduction
The latest EverFocus digital video recorder generation is based on H.264 compression technology,
resulting in enhanced recording capacity and improved network image transmission speed with
high image quality. The EMV800 FHD / EMV1200 FHD can support both of analog (AHD/TVI/SD)
and IP cameras, delivering up to 1080p (analog) and up to 4MP (IP) image quality.
Its comprehensive features along with the embedded 3-axis g-sensor function enable the almost
universal application of this mobile DVR series. It supports various interfaces such as alarm I/O,
three USB ports, one RS-485 and three RS-232 for connecting to devices such as Panic Button or
CAN bus. You can also optionally connect GPS receiver, 3G, 4G and Wi-Fi Antenna to the mobile
DVR. The design of RCA video/audio outputs at front panel makes your installation easy. You can
install one 2.5”hard disk or SSD in the mobile DVR. You can also install one SD Card for alarm event
backup recording. The User Interface has been specially designed to fit mobile small-sized monitor.
EMV800 FHD / EMV1200 FHD are equipped with anti-shock and anti-vibration housing. The
aviation M12 connectors are also equipped. The power supply supports voltage regulator, and
delay on/off. In addition, the mobile DVRs are SAE-J1455, EN50155, E-Mark, CE and FCC certified.
You can use EverFocus Mobile Applications, MobileFocus, to remotely view the camera streams
from the mobile DVR through your handheld devices; or use EverFocus Xfleet system for remote
fleet management. You can also use EverFocus EF-Reader to remotely back up recordings from the
HDD/SD card of the mobile DVRs. The mobile DVR series is the ideal solution for your mobile
surveillance needs.
Chapter
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System Diagram
9-12 CH
Power Supply
3G 4G
Main Monitor (VGA) Panic
Button
RS-232 CAN bus
(optional)
PTZ
Camera
*Analog SD/HD
*12VDC
Power Output
Audio Input
Call Monitor
(BNC)
Web Remote Client
Speaker
Mouse
USB Storage Device
SD Card Slot
2.5" HDD x 1 (or SSD)
HDD Power Lock
WAN
Xfleet (Client PC)
Call Monitor
(RCA)
Function Key
Main / Call Monitor Switch
GPS
Receiver
USB
Device
IP Camera
Wi-Fi
(2.4GHz)
HDD Tray Lock
Wi-Fi
(5GHz)
* The EMV800 FHD / EMV1200 FHD have 4 power output sets (+/-) to power-up the connected
cameras. A total of 12VDC, 5A power output is provided. Please refer to 2.5.2 Video Cable / Power-
Out Cable for more details.

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1.1 Features
•Supports AHD/TVI/SD analog (up to 1080p) and IP (up to 4MP) cameras
•Supports ONVIF 2.0 IP cameras
•eZ.Controller function: Control camera OSD settings and PTZ operation directly from DVR
(refer to 6.1.5.1 eZ.Controller)
•Supports HDD (up to 2TB) or SSD (up to 4TB)
•Provides one 1Gb Ethernet port and one 10/100 port
•3-axis G-sensor embedded
•Internal temperature control (built-in 2 heaters)
•IR remote control function
•M12 Aviation connectors adopted
•Optionally backup recordings to the Reinforced Storage device (64GB)
•Supports mobile applications (MobileFocus)
•Certificates: CE, FCC, EN50155, E-Mark, SAE-J1455 (shock & vibration only)*
•3G, 4G LTE function / GPS function / Wi-Fi function (Optional) **
* To meet the EN50155 and the SAE-J1455 standard, the mounting bracket is required. Please
refer to 2.1.1 Mounting for more details.
** Requires an external 3G / 4G / Wi-Fi antenna and GPS receiver. Please refer to 1.3 Optional
Accessories.
1.2 Packing List
•Mobile DVR x 1
•HDD Tray Lock Key x 2 (with 4 screws for screwing HDD. See 2.2 Hard Disk Installation)
•HDD Power Lock Key x 2 (with 4 black screws and 8 spacers for mounting the mobile DVR.
See 2.1.1 Mounting)
•IR Remote Control (with two AAA batteries. See Note 4) x 1
•Power Harness Cable x 1
•Video Cable x 3 (EMV1200 FHD); x2 (EMV800 FHD) (see 2.5.2 Video Cable / Power-Out Cable)
•Audio Cable x 1 (see 2.5.3 Audio Cable)
•D-Sub Cable x 1 (see 2.5.4 D-Sub Cable)
•Power-Out Cable x 1 (see 2.5.2 Video Cable / Power-Out Cable)
•CD x 1 (Please see Note 3.)
•Quick Installation Guide x 1

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Note:
1. Equipment configurations and supplied accessories vary by country. Please consult your
local EverFocus office or agents for more information. Please also keep the shipping carton
for possible future use.
2. Contact the shipper if any items appear to have been damaged in the shipping process.
3. The CD contains the IP Utility software, User Manual and Quick Installation Guide.
4. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.
a. Use only two AAA dry cell batteries.
b. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire as it may explode.
1.3 Optional Accessories
The mobile DVRs feature Wi-Fi/3G/4G function. You can optionally connect Wi-Fi/3G/4G module
and antenna to the mobile DVR for networking, or connect a GPS receiver for GPS function.
•3G Antenna: For using 3G network function
3G Antenna
3G Module
•4G Antenna: For using 4G LTE network (LTE
frequency bands differ among regions)
4G Antennas
4G Module
•Wi-Fi Antenna: For using Wi-Fi function
Wi-Fi Antenna
Wi-Fi Module
•GPS Receiver (LS23035): For using GPS
function
•Reinforced Data Storage Device (64GB)
For recordings backup

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1.4 Front Panel
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7
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13
2
EMV800 FHD / EMV1200 FHD
No.
Name
Description
1 HDD Power
Lock
Lock to power on the HDD. After locking the HDD Tray Lock (No.2), lock
the HDD Power Lock to power on the HDD. The HDD power indicator will
light in blue to indicate the HDD power is on.
Note: Only when the HDD Power Lock is locked will the system start to
record on the HDD.
2 HDD Tray Lock Lock or unlock the HDD tray. To power on the HDD, the HDD Power Lock
(No.1) has to be locked.
3 HDD Tray Install a 2.5” HDD (up to 2TB) or SSD (up to 4TB) for recording.
4 USB2.0 Port Three USB2.0 ports for connecting to the USB storage device or mouse.
5 SD Card Slot
Insert a SD / SDHC card (up to 128GB) for alarm event backup recording
(see 2.3 SD Card Installation). To see the SD card info, see 6.4.2 SD Card.
To enable the SD card function, see 6.3.1 Alarm. You can also download
the Storage Compatibility Table from EverFocus’ Website
www.everfocus.com.tw, and go to Support > Product Marketing to
search for and download the Storage Compatibility Table.
6 Function Key
Press the button for 3 seconds to switch the RCA / BNC video output
from call monitor to main monitor; and to switch the VGA video output
from main monitor to call monitor. To switch back the main and call
monitors, press the button for 3 seconds again. Please refer to 2.6
Monitor Connection for more details.
7 IR Receiver Receives data from the infrared remote control.

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8 System LEDs
•Alarm: Turns on when the connected alarm I/O is triggered; turns off
when the alarm I/O stops being triggered.
•GPS: Turns on continuously when the mobile DVR is receiving GPS
data.
•System Fail: Turns off when system is acting normally. Turns on when
these events occur: System Clock Error / Fan Fail / Disk Temperature
Over / Disk Fail / Disk Off / Network Loss.
•Heater: Blinks when heater on; off blinking when heater off.
•HD R/W: Blinks when the HDD is reading or writing.
•Power: Turns on continuously when the power is supplied. Blinks
when Battery power error occurs (lower than 9V or higher than 36V)
or 12VDC power supply error.
9 Call Monitor
(RCA)
By default, this port is set to a Call monitor output. Connects to a Call
monitor using a RCA cable.
Note: You can optionally switch this port from Call monitor to Main
monitor. Please refer to 2.6 Monitor Connection for more details.
10 Audio Out
RCA audio output for connecting to the speakers. The audio output only
works during playback. Speakers with a (built-in) amplifier and external
power supply are required.
11 Ethernet Port
(WAN) One RJ-45 port for connecting to the network.

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1.5 Rear Panel
EMV800 FHD
26
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12
11
5
10 13
3
EMV1200 FHD
9-12 CH
26
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1211
5
10 13
3
No.
Name
Description
1 Main Monitor (VGA)
By default, this port is set to a Main monitor output. Connects to a
Main monitor using a VGA cable.
Note: You can optionally switch this port from Main monitor to Call
monitor. Please refer to 2.6 Monitor Connection for more details.
2 Antenna 1 (3G/4G) Connects to the 3G or 4G Antenna for using 3G / 4G LTE function.
3 Antenna 2 (4G)
Connects to the 4G Antenna for using 4G LTE function. Note that
the 4G function is required to use both Antenna 1 and 2.
4 Antenna 3 (Wi-Fi)
(2.4GHz / 5GHz)
Connects to the Wi-Fi Antenna for using Wi-Fi (2.4GHz / 5GHz)
function.
5 Antenna 4 (Wi-Fi)
(5GHz)
Connects to the Wi-Fi Antenna for using Wi-Fi (5GHz) function.
Note that the 5GHz Wi-Fi function is required to use both Antenna
3 and 4.
6 Audio Input
D-Sub connector for connecting to the supplied Audio Cable. For
details, please refer to 2.5.3 Audio Cable. Microphones with a
(built-in) amplifier and external power supply are required.

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7 D-Sub Connector
D-Sub connector for connecting to the Alarm I/O, RS-232 (CAN bus)
or RS-485 devices (such as analog PTZ cameras). For details, please
refer to 2.5.4 D-Sub Cable.
8 Ethernet Port (LAN)
M12 connector for connecting to IP cameras. For details, please
refer to 2.5.5 Ethernet Cable.
9 Call Monitor (CVBS)
By default, this port is set to a Call monitor output. Connects to a
Call monitor using a BNC cable.
Note:
You can optionally switch this port from Call monitor to Main
monitor. Please refer to 2.6 Monitor Connection for more details.
10 USB Port
USB ports for connecting to the USB device. For details, please
refer to 2.5.6 USB Cable.
11 Video Input
M12 connector for connecting to the supplied Video Cable. You can
then connect analog HD / SD cameras to the Video Cable. Please
refer to 2.5.2 Video Cable / Power-Out Cable.
12 GPS Data Input
Connector for connecting to the GPS receiver. For details, please
refer to 2.5.7 GPS Cable.
13
12VDC Power
Outputs
A total of 12VDC, 5A power supply to the connected cameras.
Please refer to 2.5.2 Video Cable / Power-Out Cable.
14 DC Power Input
Use the supplied Power Harness Cable for connecting to 9 ~ 36VDC
power source. For details, please refer to 2.4 Vehicle Connection.

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2. Getting Started
2.1 Installation
Before installation, choose a location in the vehicle where it can:
•Provide convenient access for installing or removing the hard disk
•Allow air to flow around the device. Inadequate or improper air flow can impede proper
operation of the mobile DVR
Please avoid installing the mobile DVR to the following locations in the vehicle:
•That is subject to high vibration / sunlight levels
•That is subject to be drenched of the rain
•Where passengers can interfere with the mobile DVR
•Next to a heater duct
The following table lists the recommended location options in the vehicle:
Location Convenient
Operation
Easy to
Install
Low
Vibration
Good
Air Flow
Bottom of glove box- horizontal mount
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Bottom of passenger seat next to the driver
No Yes Yes Yes
Underneath bulkhead-horizontal mount
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Front of bulkhead-horizontal mount Yes Yes Yes Yes
Beside deriver seat-horizontal mount
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Note: Do not install the mobile DVR on the floor or on the transmission access hatch. These
locations have the highest levels of vibration and may be subject to water damage.
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2.1.1 Mounting
You can mount the mobile DVR onto a surface inside the vehicle. Please note that to meet
the EN50155 and the SAE-J1455 standard for the mobile DVR, the Bracket on the MDVR is
required to be used.
Support-Mount
Interface
Dimensions:
175mm/7"
207mm/8.14"
229.6mm/9.04"
5.5
192mm/7.55"
218mm/8.58"
236.6mm/9.3"
146.6mm/5.77"
76mm/2.99"
63.4mm/2.5"
Installation: The Bracket is already installed on the mobile DVR. To mount the mobile DVR
onto a surface, use the supplied 4 black screws and 8 spacers (place 2 spacers on each screw
hole).
Spacer with a cut
Screw Hole