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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EMV400SSD
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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.