EverFocus EMV400S FHD User manual

EMV400S FHD / EMV400SSD
4 Channels 1080p Full HD Mobile DVR
Quick Installation Guide
EMV400S FHD
EMV400SSD
Copyright © EverFocus Electronics Corp.
Release Date: March, 2017
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1. Introduction
The latest EverFocus H.264 full HD mobile DVR comes in two models: EMV400S FHD and
EMV400SSD, delivering 1080p full HD resolution on live/recording streams.
Its comprehensive features along with the 3G, 4G and Wi-Fi function, enables its mobility and
functionality to be widely adopted in the vehicle environment. The models provide an external
I/O port for connecting to I/O devices such as CAN bus. Moreover, the User Interface has been
specially designed to fit the mobile small-sized monitor. Both of the models are 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. Other than that, users can also use EverFocus EF-Reader to remotely back
up recordings from the SSD/SD card of the mobile DVRs. The full HD mobile DVR is the ideal
solution for your mobile surveillance needs.
EMV400 Series Models
Spec EMV400S FHD EMV400SSD
Channels 4CH 4CH
Alarm I/O External I/O port External I/O port
SD Card Slot 1 (max. 128GB) 1 (max. 128GB)
SSD Storage - 1 (up to 4TB)
WiFi/GPS Supported (Optional) Supported (Optional)
3G/4G Supported (Optional) Supported (Optional)
Certificates CE, FCC CE, FCC
Storage Functionality
Spec EMV400S FHD EMV400SSD
SD Card For general recordings For alarm event backup recordings
SSD - For general recordings
External USB Storage For archiving (backup) recordings For archiving (backup) recordings

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Packing List
• Mobile DVR x 1 • D-Sub Cable x 1 (see 2.3.4 D-Sub Cable)
•VGA Cable x 1 •Quick Installation Guide x 1
•Card Lock Key x 2 (for EMV400S FHD only) •CD x 1 (Please see Note 3.)
• SSD Lock Key x 2 (for EMV400SSD only) • Mounting Kit x 1 (Screw x 4, Anchor x 4)
•Power Harness Cable x 1
(see 2.3.3 Power Harness Cable)
•IR Remote Control x 1
(with two AAA batteries. See Note 4)
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.
•Use only two AAA dry cell batteries.
•Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire as it may explode.
Optional Accessories
You can use the optional accessories to expand the capabilities and versatility of the mobile DVR.
Please contact your dealer for more information.
•3G Antenna: For using 3G network function •4G Antenna: For using 4G LTE network (LTE
frequency bands differ among regions)
•GPS Receiver:For using GPS function •Wi-Fi Antenna: For using Wi-Fi function
•External I/O Box: For connecting to the
Alarm I/O and RS-232 devices (see 2.3.7
External I/O Box & LED Indicates Box)
•LED Indicates Box: For monitoring mobile
DVR status (note this device must work in
conjunction with External I/O Box) (see
2.3.7 External I/O Box & LED Indicates Box)

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Front Panel
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No. Name Description
1 IR Receiver Receives data from the infrared remote control.
2 System LEDs
Power: Lights red continuously when power is supplied. Blinks when
power supply is insufficient.
Storage: Lights green continuously when storage is reading or writing
data.
Error: Lights yellow continuously when system error occurs, including
System Clock Error, Storage Failed, Storage Off and Network Loss.
3 Card Lock
Open the card protection lock and then insert a SDHC/SDXC card (up to
128GB, see 2.3.1 SD Card Installation); or insert a SIM card for 3G/4G
function (see 2.3.6 Antenna Connection). To see the SD card info, see
6.5.1 Storage in the User’s Manual. You can also see Tested Card Brands
in 2.3.1 SD Card Installation for tested card brands.
4 Reset Button Press and hold the Reset Button to restart system.
5 USB2.0 Port
Connects to a USB storage device or a mouse. You can use the USB
storage device for archiving (backup) recordings. Up to 4TB storage
capacity is supported of the USB storage device.
6 LAN Connects to a 10/100 Ethernet.
7 SSD Key Lock Lock and unlock the SSD tray (see 2.3.2 SSD Installation).

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Rear Panel
12 3 4 5
EMV400S FHD
EMV400SSD
123 4 5
No. Name Description
1 DC Power Input Power harness cable for connecting to 8 ~ 35VDC power source. For
details, please refer to 2.3.3 Power Harness Cable.
2 Antenna
Connects the antenna to the mobile DVR. Please refer to 2.3.6
Antenna Connection for more details.
Ant. 1 (3G/4G) Connects to the 3G or 4G antenna.
Ant. 2 (4G)Connects to the 4G antenna. Note that the 4G function is
required to use both Antenna 1 and 2.
Ant. 3 (Wi-Fi) Connects to the Wi-Fi antenna for using Wi-Fi function.
3 D-Sub Port
A D-Sub connector for connecting to the audio and video devices, GPS
device and supply power for the connected cameras. Speakers and
microphones with a (built-in) amplifier and external power supply are
required. For details, please refer to 2.3.4 D-Sub Cable.
4 EXT Box Optionally connects to an external I/O box for alarm I/O function (see
2.3.7 External I/O Box & LED Indicates Box).
5 VGA Connects to a monitor using the supplied VGA Cable. You can display
live view or perform the playback and OSD operations.

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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 fan vents. 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 Dimensions
2.1.2 Mounting
To mount the mobile DVR onto a surface inside a vehicle:
1. Optionally drill four holes on the mounting surface according to the hole-position on
the mobile DVR and then insert the four supplied Anchors into the holes on the
mounting surface. Place the mobile DVR on the mounting surface against the anchoring
surface so that the holes line up.
2. Screw the mobile DVR to the mounting surface using the supplied four Screws
3. The mounting process is now complete. You can start connecting cables and the desired
devices to the mobile DVR. Please refer to 2.3 Basic Connection for more details.

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2.2 Vehicle Connection
The mobile DVR supports input power voltage between 8VDC ~ 35VDC. You can install the
mobile DVR in all kinds of vehicles support the above power voltage. The diagrams below are
examples to illustrate the connection inside a car / truck with 12VDC / 24VDC.
2.2.1 Connecting to a Truck with 24VDC
24V+ GND IGN
Red Black Yellow
24V+ (Red)
Vehicle Battery
+
-
Key Start /
Switch
IGN (Yellow)
Relay (24V)
Fuse (7.5A)
GND (Black)
24V
Glove box (inside or underneath)
Driver’s seat (between the seat and the back panel) or underneath the Passenger seat
Note:
1. If the car is without an ignition key, please connect the IGN (yellow) wire directly or
via a switch to the vehicle battery.
2. It is suggested to use a relay in the installation. Otherwise, the mobile DVR will always
draw the power from the vehicle battery.

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2.2.2 Connecting to a Car with 12VDC
12V+ GND IGN
Red Black Yellow
12V+ (Red)
Vehicle Battery
+
-
Key Start /
Switch
IGN (Yellow)
Relay (12V)
Fuse (7.5A)
GND (Black)
12V
Note:
1. If the car is without an ignition key, please connect the IGN (yellow) wire directly or
via a switch to the vehicle battery.
2. It is suggested to use a relay in the installation. Otherwise, the mobile DVR will always
draw the power from the vehicle battery.
Trunk
Passenger seat (underneath)
Glove box (inside or underneath)
Driver seat (between the seat and side panel)

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2.3 Basic Connection
After installing the mobile DVR in the vehicle, you can start connecting the external devices to
the mobile DVR. The instructions below describe the basic connection to the mobile DVRs. For
details on cable connections, please refer to the following sections. The example below is
using EMV400SSD.
Front View Rear View
Monitor
Speaker
4
Vehicle Power Supply
Power Harness Cable
Camera
D-Sub Cable
Microphone
3
WAN
CMS (Client PC)
NB / PC
SSD Storage
1
Mouse
2 65
1. To record videos, install a storage device to the mobile DVR:
For EMV400S FHD: Insert an SD Card to the SD Card Slot (see 2.3.1 SD Card
Installation).
For EMV400SSD: Install an SSD to the SSD tray (see 2.3.2 SSD Installation).
2. To control the system, connect a mouse to the mobile DVR or use the supplied IR Remote
Control.
3. To manage the mobile DVR over network, use a standard RJ-45 cable to connect the mobile
DVR to the network.
Note: The mobile DVRs feature Wi-Fi/3G/4G function. You can optionally connect the
Wi-Fi/3G/4G antenna to the mobile DVR for wireless networking (see 2.3.6 Antenna
Connection).
4. Connect the supplied Power Harness Cable to the power supply in the vehicle for powering
the mobile DVR (see 2.3.3 Power Harness Cable). For details on vehicle connection, please
refer to 2.2 Vehicle Connection.
5. Connect the eZ.HD cameras (HD-TVI / HD-CVI / HD-SDI cameras are not supported) to the
mobile DVR using the supplied D-Sub Cable (see 2.3.4 D-Sub Cable). You can also optionally
connect a speaker or microphone to the mobile DVR using the supplied D-Sub Cable. Note
that the speaker/microphone with a (built-in) amplifier and external power is required.
6. To view videos, connect a monitor to the VGA port using the supplied VGA cable. You can
also connect a call monitor to the BNC port, please refer to 2.3.5 Monitor Connection.

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2.3.1 SD Card Installation
The mobile DVRs provide one SD card slot. Please follow the steps below to install the SD Card.
Up to 128GB SDHC / SDXC cards are supported (see Tested Card Brands on the next page).
For EMV400S FHD, the SD card is used for general recording. For EMV400SSD, the SD card is
used for alarm event backup recording only.
EMV400SSD:
1. On the front panel of the mobile DVR, unscrew the card protection plate.
2. Lift up the card protection plate and insert a SD card into the SD Card slot (the lower one).
3. Screw back the card protection plate. The SD card installation is now complete.
EMV400S FHD:
1. On the front panel of the mobile DVR, unlock the card protection plate using the supplied
Card Lock Key (turn clockwise).
Unlock
Lock
2. Lift up the card protection plate and insert a SD card into the SD Card slot (the lower one).
3. Lock the card protection plate using the supplied Card Lock Key.

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The Mobile DVR will automatically detect when a new SD card has been inserted and the below
SD card format message will pop-up. Click Yes to format the SD card. The formatting process will
take about 30 ~ 60 seconds. Note that only the formatted SD card can be used for recordings.
For EMV400S FHD, the SD card is used for general recording. For EMV400SSD, the SD card is
used for alarm event backup recording only. After installing the SD Card, it’s recommended to
enable the Record Overwrite function. The Record Overwrite function can be applied to the SD
card connected to both models, which enables the mobile DVR to overwrite the SD card when
the card space is full. To enable Record Overwrite, please go to the OSD menu: System < Record
< Record.
If Record Overwrite is not enabled, the recording to the SD card (general recordings or alarm
event backup recordings) will stop when card space is full and the mobile DVR will automatically
pop-up a message “SD Card Off” for notification. Users will have to replace a new SD card; or
backup the SD card recordings and then erase (format) the SD card to resume the recording.
For EMV400SSD, the SD card is used for alarm event backup recording. To enable the alarm
event backup recording function, enable the SD Backup function in System < Event < Alarm.
Tested Card Brands:
The mobile DVRs support SD / SDHC card up to 128GB. The following brands of the SD cards
have been tested by EverFocus and are recommended to work with EverFocus mobile DVRs.
Brand SanDisk Teamgroup SanDisk SanDisk Transcend
Form Factor SDXC SDXC SDHC/SDXC SDHC/SDXC SDHC/SDXC
Card Capacity 128 GB 64 GB 32 GB 32 GB 32 GB
Card Rate Level Class 10 UHS-1 Class 10 U1 Class 2 Class 10 U1
Brand SanDisk Toshiba Kingston
Form Factor SDHC/SDXC SDHC/SDXC SDHC/SDXC
Card Capacity 16 GB 16 GB 16 GB
Card Rate Level Class 10 U1 U3 Class 10 U1

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2.3.2 SSD Installation
Only the EMV400SSD features the SSD function. Users can install one 2.5” SSD into the mobile
DVRs for recording. Please follow the steps below to install the SSD. Up to 4TB SSD is
supported.
Note: The mobile DVR does not support hot swap for the SSD. Ensure to power off the
mobile DVR before removing the SSD. Also ensure to remove the SSD only after the power
was completely shut off. This would protect and extend the operating life of the SSD.
1. Make sure the mobile DVR is powered-off. Unlock the SSD Tray (turn clockwise) using the
supplied SSD Lock Key.
Lock
Unlock
2. To install the SSD, pull the Release Latch to open the SSD Tray Arm.
Release Latch SSD Tray Arm
3. Insert an SSD into the SSD tray.
4. Push back the SSD Tray Arm.

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5. Lock the SSD Tray using the supplied SSD Lock Key.
After installing the SSD, it’s recommended to enable the Record Overwrite function. The
Record Overwrite function enables the mobile DVR to overwrite the recordings when the
storage space is full. If Record Overwrite is not enabled, the recording to the storage will stop
when storage is full and the mobile DVR will automatically pop-up a message for notification.
Users will have to replace a new SSD; or backup the SSD recordings and then erase (format)
the SSD to resume the recording function.
To enable Record Overwrite, please go to the OSD menu: System < Record < Record.
SSD Compatibility List
Please go to the EMV400SSD Web page on EverFocus’ website http://www.everfocus.com.tw
to see the latest Hard Disk / SSD Compatibility List.

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2.3.3 Power Harness Cable
You can connect the mobile DVR to a power source between 8VDC ~ 35VDC.
IGN (Yellow)
DC Power In (Red)
GND (Black)
8VDC ~ 35VDC
Power Input
Power Harness Cable
12V+ / 24V+ GND IGN
2.3.4 D-Sub Cable
The D-Sub cable is for connecting to the audio and video devices, GPS receiver and supply
power for the connected cameras. Speakers and microphones with a (built-in) amplifier and
external power supply are required.
D-Sub Cable
•Video Input x 4
•Video Output x 1 (BNC)
•Audio Input x 4 (RCA)
•Audio Output x 1 (RCA)
•12VDC Output x 4
•GPS x 1
Camera Connection: Connect to the eZ.HD cameras using the four Video Input cables. To
supply power to cameras, connect the 12VDC Output cables (500mA each) to the cameras.
Note that the mobile DVR doesn’t support HD-TVI / HD-CVI / HD-SDI cameras.
Call Monitor Connection: Connect to a call monitor (BNC) using the Video Output cable.
Audio Device Connection: Connect to a microphone or speakers using the Audio Input /
Audio Output cables. Note that speakers and microphones with a (built-in) amplifier and
external power supply are required.
GPS Connection:Connect to the GPS receiver.

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2.3.5 Monitor Connection
The mobile DVR has one Main Monitor port (VGA) and 1 Call Monitor port (BNC). You can
connect the monitors to the system through VGA and BNC ports. The Main and Call Monitor
ports can be used simultaneously. Make sure that the connected monitor's specifications comply
with these resolution requirements.
Main Monitor: The configuration can only be operated on the Main Monitor.
Call Monitor: The call monitor can display camera streams or perform sequence mode.
D-Sub Cable
Main Monitor (VGA)
Call Monitor (BNC)
Video Output
2.3.6 Antenna Connection
You can connect the mobile DVR to the 3G/4G or WiFi antenna for wireless networking. You can
also connect a GPS receiver to the mobile DVR to perform the GPS function.
D-Sub Cable
GPS cable
GPS Receiver
3G Antenna 4G Antenna WiFi Antenna
WiFi Installation: Connects a WiFi antenna to the Ant.3 port.
GPS Installation: Connects a GPS receiver to the GPS cable of the supplied D-Sub Cable.
3G Installation: Connects a 3G antenna to the Ant.1 port. Insert the 3G SIM card to the card slot
(see 3G/4G SIM Card Installation below).
4G Installation: Connects 2 4G antenna to both of the Ant.1 and Ant.2 ports. Insert the 4G SIM
card to the card slot (see 3G/4G SIM Card Installation below).

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3G/4G SIM Card Installation:
Before using the 3G/4G function, you have to insert a 3G/4G SIM card to the card slot.
EMV400SSD:
1. On the front panel of the mobile DVR, unscrew the card protection plate.
2. Lift up the card protection plate and insert a 3G/4G SIM card into the Card slot (the upper
one).
3. Restart the MDVR for detecting the SIM card.
4. Screw back the card protection plate.
EMV400S FHD:
1. On the front panel of the mobile DVR, unlock the card protection plate using the supplied
Card Lock Key (turn clockwise).
Unlock
Lock
2. Lift up the card protection plate and insert a 3G/4G SIM card into the Card slot (the upper
one).
3. Restart the MDVR for detecting the SIM card.
4. Lock the card protection plate using the supplied Card Lock Key.

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2.3.7 External I/O Box & LED Indicates Box
You can connect the mobile DVR to the Alarm I/O or RS-232 (CAN bus) devices using the
External I/O Box, which is an optional device supplied by EverFocus. For more details about the
External I/O Box, please refer to the User’s Manual of External I/O Box.
External I/O Box
If you want to monitor mobile DVR status, such as storage, GPS, 3G/4G/WiFi connectivity; or
trigger alarm among the mobile DVR, Control Center (Genie XMS / Xfleet) and External I/O Box,
you can optionally connect the LED Indicates Box to the External I/O Box. Note that the LED
Indicates Box must work in conjunction with External I/O Box. For more details about the LED
Indicates Box, please refer to the User’s Manual of LED Indicates Box.
External I/O Box LED Indicates Box

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2.4 Turning On / Off the Power
Before powering on the mobile DVR, please make sure the internal HDD have been installed
properly. Once you have completed the basic cable connections, you are ready to turn on the
mobile DVR. Simply plug in the power source. The POWER LED will light up if power is normal.
Once the system has finished loading, you can begin to set up the menu options for the
mobile DVR.
To turn off the power, please go to OSD Root Menu > System Setting > Miscellaneous setting
page, and click Shutdown (refer to 6.9.7 Miscellaneous in the User’s Manual). After the
message pops up as below, you can now turn off the power source.
+
Note that when the mobile DVR is placed in an environment where the temperature is very
low (for example, -40°C, the mobile DVR will NOT turn on immediately.)
3. Accessing the Mobile DVR
You can look up the IP address and access the Web interface of the DVR using the IP Utility (IPU)
program, which is included in the software CD. The IP Utility can also be downloaded from
EverFocus’ Website: http://www.everfocus.com.tw Please connect the DVR on the same LAN of
your computer.
1. Save IP Utility Setup.exe in your computer. Double click the .exe file and follow the
on-screen instructions to install the IP Utility.

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2. Click the Finish button, the IP Utility will be automatically launched to search the IP devices
connected on the same LAN.
3. To optionally configure the Machine Name, IP Address, IP Type or Port Number using the
IPU:
a. Log in the DVR by checking the desired model and then click the Log in icon. The
Log in dialog box appears.
b. Type the Username and Password. Click the OK button, the status of the selected
camera will display Login.
Note:
1. The default user ID is admin and the default password is 11111111.
2. If you select more than one DVRs that have the same user ID / password, you will
be able to log in several DVRs at once.
c. Right click the column to configure the setting. Click Apply Changes button to
apply and save the settings.
Note: Most networks uses DHCP to assign IP address, if you are unsure of your
network settings, please consult your network administrators for configuration
details.