Gadspot GS2011VN User manual

H.264 Network Digital Video Recorder User Manual

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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing our DVR!
This manual is designed to be a reference tool for the installation and operation of your system.
Here you can find information about this series DVR features and functions, as well as a detailed menu tree.
Before installation and operation please read the following safeguards and warnings carefully!
Important Safeguards and Warnings
Do not place the heavy object on the DVR.
Do not let any solid or liquid fall into or infiltrate the DVR.
Please brushing the printed circuit boards, connectors, fans, machine box and so on regularly. Before the
dust cleaning please switch off the power supply and unplug it.
Do not disassemble or repair the DVR by yourself. Do not replace the electronic components by yourself.
Environment
Please place and use the DVR between 0℃and 40℃.Avoid direct sunlight. Stay away from heat source.
Do not install the DVR in damp environment.
Do not use the DVR in smoky or dusty environment.
Avoid collision or strong fall.
Please insure the DVR level installation in a stable workplace.
Please install in ventilated place. Keep the vent clean.
Use within the rating input and output scope.

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Contents
1. Production Introduction..........................................................................................................................................4
1.1 Product overview..................................................................................................................................................4
1.2 Main functions......................................................................................................................................................4
2. Open-package check and cable
connection……………………………………………………………..…………5
2.1 Open-package check.............................................................................................................................................5
2.2 Frame installation..................................................................................................................................................6
2.3 Front panel............................................................................................................................................................6
2.4 Rear panel.............................................................................................................................................................9
2.5 Installation connections sketch map (Below just as the 4CH DVR for example,Specifically please refer to practical product.) ..............11
2.6 Audio and video input and output connections...................................................................................................11
2.6.1 Video input connections...........................................................................................................................11
2.6.2 Video output connections and options .....................................................................................................12
2.6.3Audio input...............................................................................................................................................12
2.6.4Audio output.............................................................................................................................................12
2.7 Alarm input and output connections(Some models no such function,please prevail in kind.).....................................................13
2.7.1 Alarm input port specification(This feature should be used in conjunction and external alarm module, some models have an external
alarm module for optional.）.................................................................................................................................14
2.7.2 Alarm output port specification(This feature should be used in conjunction and external alarm module, some models have an external
alarm module for optional.）.................................................................................................................................14
2.8 Speed dome connections.....................................................................................................................................15
3. Basic operation...................................................................................................................................................15
3.1 Turn on................................................................................................................................................................15
3.2 Turn off ...............................................................................................................................................................15
3.3 Login...................................................................................................................................................................16
3.4 Preview ...............................................................................................................................................................17
3.5 Desktop shortcut menu .......................................................................................................................................17
3.5.1 Record Mode............................................................................................................................................17
3.5.2 Video playback.........................................................................................................................................18
3.5.3 PTZ control..............................................................................................................................................21
3.5.4 Color Setting............................................................................................................................................26
3.5.5 OutputAdjust...........................................................................................................................................26
3.5.6 Window switch.........................................................................................................................................27
3.5.7 System information..................................................................................................................................27
3.5.7.1 Hard Disk information......................................................................................................................27
3.5.7.2 Log information................................................................................................................................28
3.5.7.3 Code stream statistics........................................................................................................................28
3.5.7.4 Online user........................................................................................................................................29
3.5.7.5 Edition information...........................................................................................................................29
3.5.8 Logout......................................................................................................................................................30
4. Main Menu.........................................................................................................................................................31
4.1 Main Menu navigation........................................................................................................................................31
4.2 Record Mode.......................................................................................................................................................32
4.3 Record Config.....................................................................................................................................................33

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4.4 Encode setup.......................................................................................................................................................34
4.5 HDD manage ......................................................................................................................................................35
4.6 Network setup.....................................................................................................................................................36
4.7 PTZ config..........................................................................................................................................................42
4.8 Alarm setup.........................................................................................................................................................43
4.8.1 Motion Detect ..........................................................................................................................................43
4.8.2 Video Blind..............................................................................................................................................45
4.8.3 Video Loss................................................................................................................................................46
4.8.4 Alarm input ..............................................................................................................................................46
4.8.5 Alarm output ............................................................................................................................................47
4.9 System setup .......................................................................................................................................................47
4.9.1 General setup ...........................................................................................................................................48
4.9.2 GUI Display.............................................................................................................................................49
4.9.3Account management...............................................................................................................................50
4.9.4 Upgrade....................................................................................................................................................53
4.9.5 Restore config..........................................................................................................................................53
4.9.6 Backup .....................................................................................................................................................54
4.9.7 Device Info...............................................................................................................................................55
4.9.8 AutoMaintain ...........................................................................................................................................55
5. Netview and Management .................................................................................................................................56
5.1 WEB network control .........................................................................................................................................56
5.2 Client CMS software operation...........................................................................................................................58
6. FAQ and Maintenance .......................................................................................................................................61
6.1 FAQ..................................................................................................................................................................61
6.2 Maintenance........................................................................................................................................................66
Appendix 1.Remote controller operation..................................................................................................................67
Appendix 2.Mouse operation....................................................................................................................................67
Appendix 3.Hard Disk capability calculation...........................................................................................................69
Appendix 4. Technique parameters...........................................................................................................................69

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1. Production Introduction
1.1 Product overview
The series DVR is designed specially for security and defence field which is an outstanding digital
surveillance product. It introduces embedded LINUX operating system which is more stable. It introduces
standard H.264mp video compressed format and G.711A audio compressed format which insures the high quality
image, low error coding ratio and single frame playing. It introduces TCP/IP network technology which achieves
the strong network communication ability and telecommunication ability.
The series DVR can be used individually or online applied as a part of a safety surveillance network. With the
professional network video surveillance software it achieves the strong network communication ability and
telecommunication ability.
The series DVR can be applied in the bank, telecom, electric power system, judicial system, transportation,
intelligent housing, factory, storehouse, water conservancy and so on.
1.2 Main functions
Real-time surveillance
·analog interface and VGA interface (VGA interface is equipped selectively)
·surveillance function through monitor or display
Storage
·non-working hard disk dormancy processing which is convenient to radiate heat, reduce power and extend the
life-span
·special storage format which insures the data safety
Compression
·real-time compression by individual hard disk which insures the audio and video signal stable synchronization
Backup
·through SATA interface and USB interface such as USB equipment, removable hard disk and so on
·through net download the files in the hard disk
Playback
·individual real-time video recording as well as searching, playback, network surveillance, recording check,

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downloading and so on
·multi-channel playback mode
·zoom at arbitrary region
Net operating
·through net tele-surveillance in the real time
·remote control PTZ
·remote check the recording and real-time playback
Alarm linkage
·only one channel relay alarm output which is convenient for the alarm linkage and light control at the spot
·protecting circuits at the alarm input and output interface which protects the main machine from damage
Communication interface
·RS485 interface which fulfills the alarm input and PTZ control
·standard ethernet network interface which fulfills the telecommuting function
Intelligent operating
·mouse action function
·fast copy and paste operating for the same setting
2. Open-package check and cable connection
2.1 Open-package check
When you receive the DVR, please check first .
First, please check whether there is any visible damage to the package appearance. The protective materials
used for the package of the DVR can protect most accidental clashes during transportation.
Then, please open the box and get rid off the plastic protective materials. Check whether there is any visible
damage to the DVR appearance.
At last, please open the machine crust and check the data wire in the front panel, power wire, the connection
between the fan power and the main board.
(1).Front panel and rear panel
The key function specification in the front panel and the interface specification in the real panel are in
the specification.
Please check the product type in the front panel whether is accordant with the product type you order.

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The label in the real panel is very important for the after service. Please protect it carefully. When you
contact us for after service, please provide the product type and serial number in the label.
(2).After open the case should be checked
In addition to checking whether there are obvious signs of external damage, please note that before the
inspection panel data lines, power lines and motherboard connection is loose.
2.2 Frame installation
The specification of machine box is standard 1U.It can be installed in the standard frame.
Installation approach and notice:
1、Mare sure the house temperature under 35℃(95°f).
2、Keep the DVR away from other equipments at least 15 centimeters(6 inches).
3、Frame installation from bottom to top.
4、If installing multiple components in the frame, take precaution to avoid the overload of the jack.
2.3 Front panel
4CH DVR panel 1:
4CH DVR panel 2:

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4CH DVR panel 3:
8CH DVR panel 1:
8CH DVR panel 2:
16CH DVR panel / 24CH DVR panel / 32CH DVR panel
(1) recording search button / 7 (2) PTZ control button / 8 (3) recording button / 0
(4) shift function button (5) cancel button (6) menu & confirm button

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(7) Up button (8) Play previous file / 1 (9) Play next file / 2
(10) Slow play / 3 (11)Fast play / 4 (12) Playback or pause / 5
(13) Play or pause / 6 (14) Left button (15) Down button
(16) Right button (17) IR remoter receiver (18) Hard disk indicator light
(19) Power indicator light (20)Power switch (21)Hard disk information
(22)Alarm (23)Backup (24) Stop
(25) USB interface
Front panel button operation function table
Num.
Button name
Mark
Function
1
Shift function button
SHIFT
Shift in the number button, character button and other function button
during the user under input state
2
Direction button
<
>
Remove the cursor
Add or decrease number during the user edit state
Change the setting in the menu
Enter 1 channel or 4 channels surveillance during surveillance image
After pressing the shift button, press this button can enter 1 or 4 during
edit state
< >
Remove the cursor when the main menu or submenu is popped
Remove the cursor during the playback state
Enter 2 channel or 3 channel surveillance during surveillance image
After pressing the shift button, press this button to enter 2 or 3 during edit
state
Main menu/Confirm
button
ENTER
Confirm
Enter main menu
3
Cancel button
ESC
Back to the above level menu or cancel operation in the operation menu
Back to the real-time surveillance during the playback state
4
Play previous file
button
I
Play previous video during the playback state
Enter 1 during edit state
5
Play next
file button
I
Play next video during the playback state
Enter 2 during edit state
6
Slow play
►
Play in the multi-low or regular speed video during the playback state
Enter 3 during edit state
7
Fast play

Play in the multi-fast or regular speed video during the playback state
Enter 4 during edit state
8
Playback/pause button
II/
Playback the video or pause during the playback state

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Enter 5 during edit state
9
Play/pause button
\II
Play the video or pause during the playback state
Enter 6 during edit state
10
Recording button
REC
Start/stop the video recording manually
With the direction button choose the channel in the recording control
menu
2.4 Rear panel
4CH DVR panel 1
4CH DVR panel 2
4CH DVR panel 3
8CH DVR panel