HIK VISION DS-6102HL User manual

DS-6102HL
Portable Video Recorder
UD.6L0204D1029A01
User Manual (V3.1)

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Safety Instruction
Read, keep and follow these instructions.
Make sure that all the related equipment is power-off during the installation.
Do not place the product in high-temperature or damp environment, and do not expose it to
high electromagnetic radiation.
If the product does not function properly, please contact your dealer or the nearest service
center. Do not disassemble the product for repair or maintenance by yourself.
Only use the battery, power adapter and assembly parts specified by the manufacturer.
Consult the authorized dealer or technician from Hikvision for any question and request for
product using.

Table of Contents
Safety Instruction ..............................................................................................................................2
Table of Contents ..............................................................................................................................2
Introduction ..............................................................................................................................41
1.1 Overview...........................................................................................................................4
1.2 Main Functions .................................................................................................................4
1.3 Product Features...............................................................................................................5
1.4 Conventions ......................................................................................................................5
System Start-up.........................................................................................................................62
2.1 Package Contents..............................................................................................................6
2.2 Panel Description ..............................................................................................................6
2.3 Installation ........................................................................................................................7
2.3.1 Installing and Uninstalling the Battery ....................................................................7
2.3.2 Installing the SIM Card ............................................................................................8
2.3.3 Installing the Micro SD Card....................................................................................9
2.3.4 Installing and Uninstalling the External Camera ...................................................10
2.4 Charging the Battery .......................................................................................................11
2.5 Status Light......................................................................................................................11
2.6 Startup and Shutdown ....................................................................................................12
2.6.1 Startup...................................................................................................................12
2.6.2 Shutdown ..............................................................................................................12
Basic Operations .....................................................................................................................133
3.1 Using the Touchscreen....................................................................................................13
3.2 Login................................................................................................................................13
3.3 Home Page......................................................................................................................14
3.4 Notification Center..........................................................................................................14
3.5 Connecting PVR to Computer .........................................................................................15
Record and Capture.................................................................................................................174
4.1 Record Video Files...........................................................................................................17
4.2 Capture Pictures..............................................................................................................18
Audio Recording......................................................................................................................205
Two-way Audio and Group Intercom ......................................................................................226
6.1 Two-way Audio................................................................................................................22
6.2 Group Intercom...............................................................................................................22
File Management and Uploading............................................................................................247
7.1 Video Files Management ................................................................................................24
7.2 Picture Files Management ..............................................................................................26
7.3 Audio Files Management ................................................................................................28
Alarm.......................................................................................................................................318
8.1 Acceleration Alarm..........................................................................................................31

8.2 Manual Alarm .................................................................................................................31
8.3 Temperature Alarm .........................................................................................................32
Message ..................................................................................................................................339
General Configuration.............................................................................................................3610
10.1 Network ..........................................................................................................................36
10.1.1 3G Dialing Settings ..........................................................................................36
10.1.2 Wi-Fi Settings ..................................................................................................40
10.1.3 Wired Network Settings (Reserved)................................................................42
10.2 Bluetooth ........................................................................................................................43
10.3 GPS..................................................................................................................................46
10.4 Platform ..........................................................................................................................47
10.5 Audio and Video Parameters ..........................................................................................48
10.5.1 Recording Parameters Settings........................................................................48
10.5.2 Network Transmission Settings .......................................................................49
10.5.3 Capture and OSD Settings ...............................................................................51
Configuration ..........................................................................................................................5311
11.1 Power Saver ....................................................................................................................53
11.2 Sound ..............................................................................................................................53
11.3 Storage ............................................................................................................................54
11.4 Applications ....................................................................................................................56
11.5 System Time and Language.............................................................................................57
11.5.1 Date and Time Settings ...................................................................................57
11.5.2 Language Settings............................................................................................58
Management...........................................................................................................................5912
12.1 User.................................................................................................................................59
12.1.1 Normal User Management..............................................................................59
12.1.2 Personal Settings .............................................................................................63
12.1.3 Fingerprint Management ................................................................................64
12.2 Log...................................................................................................................................67
12.3 Maintenance ...................................................................................................................68
12.4 About ..............................................................................................................................72
Appendix .........................................................................................................................................73
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................73
Upgrade...................................................................................................................................75
Extension Base ........................................................................................................................76
Components....................................................................................................................76
Function Description .......................................................................................................78
Indicators.........................................................................................................................78
Cautions ..........................................................................................................................78

Introduction
1
1.1 Overview
The portable video recorder (PVR) is operated by wireless control and transmits video and audio stream
via 3G mobile networks or Wi-Fi networks. With the built-in GPS module, Bluetooth module,
high-definition internal camera, it provides the functionalities of locating the device, capturing the picture,
recording the video, etc. The fingerprint identification is also supported by the device and it has various
extension ports to meet the actual needs.
Thanks to these features, PVR is widely applied to the surveillance projects of crime scene investigations,
remote depositions, etc.
1.2 Main Functions
Network Settings: Supporting TCP/IP protocols; Transmitting video, audio and alarm data via network
Wireless Settings: Built-in 3G and Wi-Fi (2.4G/5.8G) communication module connectable to platform
for centralized monitoring
Dual-stream Transmission: One for local high-definition storage and one for network transmission
Dual SIM Card Design: Single card mode and double card mode are both available. Two 3G SIM cards
are supported in double card mode.
Two-way Audio: Supporting full duplex two-way audio between device and platform
Group Intercom: Supporting half-duplex intercom between devices in the same group
Location Service: Built-in GPS module precisely positioning the device and uploading location
information to surveillance center
Bluetooth: Built-in Bluetooth module supporting two-way audio and file printout using Bluetooth
headset or printer
Biometric Authentication: Fingerprint identification technology providing high security for access
control
User Management: User accounts assigned with different permissions in favor of central
management and maintenance
Built-in 5 megapixels camera taking high definition pictures
Supporting external camera to realize simultaneous work of internal & external cameras
Supporting one-touch capture
Messages can be sent from platform to devices to release notification
One-touch manual alarm can be uploaded to the platform
Supporting acceleration alarm in special case such as device fall off
Temperature alarm avoiding heat damage from the device
Built-in LED flash lamp working as the flashlight of internal camera or electric torch
Automatically switch to power saving mode to extend the life of battery
Supporting date and time settings

1.3 Product Features
Easy to carry the mobile terminal, meeting the actual needs of individual work
Both internal camera (1080P, 720P, D1, VGA and QVGA) and external camera (D1 and CIF) are
supported
Adopt H.264 digital coding technology to reduce the storage pressure of the storage medium in the
device
Built-in 3G and Wi-Fi module transmit audio and video data stably in mobile conditions, using
optimization algorithm
Built-in GPS positioning module records the locations of the event
Central platform software provides functionalities of live view, two-way audio, data storage, device
positioning, etc.
16G internal storage space is available and up to 32G external SD card can be installed
Different permissions can be assigned to the users
The monitoring host provides the LED monitor and buttons, supporting the touch operations
Three-proofing technology (water-proofing, dust-proofing, shock resistance)
Lithium battery supporting at least 4 hours continuous work
SDK of smart operation system can be provided for custom development
1.4 Conventions
The DS-6102HL Portable Video Recorder will be briefed as PVR or device.

System Start-up2
2.1 Package Contents
Unpack and check the package contents carefully. The following assembly parts are supplied:
Portable Video Recorder (1)
Battery (1; 7.4V/2100mAh)
Charger (1; AC Input: 100-240V 50/60Hz 0.8A; DC Output: 12V 2A)
DVD/CD (with user manual supplied) (1)
2.2 Panel Description
Table 2.1 Panel Description
No.
Name
Function Description
1
Menu
Show the hidden menu on the screen.
2
Home page
Return to the Home Page.
3
Return
Return to the previous menu.
4
Record
Long press it to enable/disable the recording.
5
Fingerprint area
Swipe the finger across the fingerprint area for fingerprint registration.

6
Headset interface
Use for the headset.
7
Micro HDMI port
HDMI video output connector.
8
PTT
Use for the group intercom.
9
Audio+, Audio-
Increase or decrease the audio volume
Zoom in or zoom out on the Camera interface
10
Power supply
Supply the power for the device.
11
USB interface
Universal Serial Bus (USB) port for connecting to the computer.
12
Power
Long press it to turn on/off the device
Press it to lock/unlock the screen
13
Alarm
Long press it to send the manual alarm.
14
Capture
Capture the picture on the Camera interface;
15
External camera
interface
Install the external camera if needed.
16
3G antenna
interface
Install the 3G antenna when the slave SIM card is used.
17
Camera
5 mega-pixel internal camera (with Flashlight built-in)
18
Extension base
interface
Connect to the device extension base
2.3 Installation
2.3.1 Installing and Uninstalling the Battery
The PVR is equipped with one battery to ensure the device normal working.
Perform the following steps to install or uninstall the battery:
Turn off the power of all the related equipment when you install or uninstall the battery.
1. Remove back cover
Loosen the 4 set screws on the rear panel of the
device using a straight screwdriver, and then
remove the back cover.

2. Install the battery
Insert the battery into the opening on the back of
the device, making sure the gold contacts on the
battery align that on the device. And then gently
press down to secure the battery.
3. Uninstall the battery
Lift the battery up from the device bottom side and
then remove it away from the device.
2.3.2 Installing the SIM Card
Two card sockets are provided, one for the main SIM card with a built-in antenna and the other one for
the slave SIM card requiring an external antenna. When the device is working in the single card mode,
insert the SIM card into the Main Card Socket.
Perform the following steps to install the SIM card:
When the slave SIM card is adopted, you need to install an external antenna at the top of the device. (The
pictures below are for reference only.)
1. Remove the battery
Loosen the 4 set screws on the rear panel of the
device using a straight screwdriver, and then
remove the back cover and battery.

2. Install the SIM card
Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card
socket until the card locks into place. Make sure
that the card's gold contacts face into the device
and that the upper-left angled corner of the card is
positioned correctly. The upper one is Main Card
Socket 1 and the lower one is Slave Card Socket 2.
3. Install the antenna
Install the 3G antenna at the top of the device if the
Slave Card Socket 2 is equipped with the SIM card.
2.3.3 Installing the Micro SD Card
The device supports 16G memory itself. And you can also extend its storage capacity using a micro secure
digital (SD) card. The SD card socket locates under the rear panel of the device.
Perform the following steps to install the micro SD card:
1. Remove the battery
Loosen the 4 set screws on the rear panel of the
device using a straight screwdriver, and then
remove the back cover and battery.

2. Lift the sheet metal
Push the sheet metal above the SD card socket
along the opening direction (marked on the sheet
metal), and then lift it up.
3. Fix the micro SD card
Slide the micro SD card into the socket provided,
with the gold contacts facing down, until the card
locks into the place. By default, the device should
mount the micro SD card automatically.
2.3.4 Installing and Uninstalling the External Camera
There is a 5 megapixels camera built in the device, which can be used to record videos or capture pictures.
You can also install an external camera onto the device if needed.
Perform the following steps to install or uninstall the external camera:
Do not rotate or bend the connector of the external camera.
1. Installing the external camera
Align the white arrow on the external camera with
the white label on the device port, and then insert
it.

2. Uninstalling the external camera
Press the root of the interface, lift it up, and pull
out the external camera after the snap joint is
opened.
2.4 Charging the Battery
Use the authentic original Hikvision battery and charger to ensure the safe operations of the device.
Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery is adopted for the device and you can check the battery level from the
battery icon displayed in the upper-right corner of the screen. When the battery level is lower than 15%,
the status light at the top of the device will turn to red and flash rapidly. Charge the battery timely to
ensure the normal operations of the device.
Pull up the cover on the right-side of the device, and then insert the end of charger into the jack. The
status light is red in the charging process and it will turn to steady green when the battery is fully charged.
2.5 Status Light
The status light at the top indicates the current working status of the device. For details, see the table
below:
Table 2.2 Status Light Description
Status Light
Function Description
Priority
Red and steady
Battery is charging.
4
Green and steady
Battery is full.
4
Red and fast flashing
(200ms open, 100ms close)
Device is exceptional (e.g., battery level is lower than 15%).
3
Green and normal flashing
(800ms open, 400ms close)
Network transmission is in process.
2
Red and slow flashing
(1200ms open, 600ms close)
The device is in recording.
1
The larger the numeric is, the higher the priority is.

2.6 Startup and Shutdown
2.6.1 Startup
Insert the power adapter or install the battery into the device, and then long press the POWER button on
the right-side to start up the device. The Login interface will be displayed on the screen after the startup
process is complete.
2.6.2 Shutdown
Do not uninstall the battery to shut down the device.
To shut down or reboot the device, long press the POWER button on the right-side to enter the Shutdown
interface, shown as below.
Click Power off, and click OK to shut down the device.
Click Reboot, and click OK to reboot the device.
Click the icon to enable the silent mode; click the icon to enable the vibrate mode; click the icon
to enable the ring mode.

Basic Operations
3
3.1 Using the Touchscreen
You can operate the PVR by using the touchscreen.
Click
To act on items on the screen, such as application and settings icons, to type letters and symbols using the
onscreen keyboard, or to press onscreen icons, you simply click them with your finger.
Swipe
Touch the target region on the screen, and then move your finger across the surface of the screen, to
reach the desired position. For example, you swipe left or right to view the next or previous picture.
Pinch
When viewing pictures, you can zoom in and out by placing two fingers on the screen at once and pinching
them together (to zoom out) or spreading them apart (to zoom in).
3.2 Login
You enter the Login interface after PVR startup.
Input the user name and password in the corresponding text fields to log into the device. By default, the
user name and password are admin and 12345.

3.3 Home Page
You enter the Home page after log into the PVR.
Status Bar
At the top of the screen, the status bar indicates the current status of PVR, including recording status,
GPS status, USB connection status, Bluetooth status, Wi-Fi status and battery status.
Date & Time
The current date and time of the system are displayed
Menu Item
The application icons are displayed in the Menu Item area, including Camera, Recorder, File, Settings,
etc.
3.4 Notification Center
Swipe down from the top of the screen to view the Notification Center.
Quick Start Icons
5 application icons are displayed in the Notification Center: Bluetooth, GPS, Wi-Fi, 3G SIM Card and
platform. Click the icon to enable/disable the corresponding functionality. The icons are color-coded
with blue / white / light-blue to indicate that the applications are on / off / in process of opening or
closing.
Detailed Information
The detailed information of the applications, including USB connection status, platform registration
status, GPS status, etc., will be displayed in a list under the quick start icons.

3.5 Connecting PVR to Computer
Purpose:
Connect PVR to a computer using the USB cable, and then you can copy files from PVR to the computer or
copy files from the computer to PVR.
Steps:
1. Start the PVR, and then connect it to the computer using a USB cable.
2. Enter the Notification Center, and the message “USB connected”will be displayed on the list.
3. Click the item to enter the USB Mass Storage Settings interface.

4. Click Turn on USB storage on the screen. Then the color of android turns from green to yellow, and
the message “USB storage in use”appears, indicating that the PVR is successfully connected to the
computer via USB interface.
5. After connected successfully, the PVR works as a storage device.
Enter “My ComputerRemovable Disk”on the computer, and you can view and operate the files
stored on the PVR.
When the external micro SD card is mounted to the PVR, two removable disks will be displayed on
the computer.
To exit from the storage mode of PVR, eject the device from the computer, and then click Turn off USB
storage on the screen.

Record and Capture
4
The internal and external cameras can both record video files and capture pictures. For the internal
camera, you can switch it to the capture or record mode with the Capture/Record Switch icon; for the
external camera, two buttons are provided independently for the functionalities.
Take the internal camera as an example:
4.1 Record Video Files
Two recording methods are provided for PVR: quick recording mode and recording on the Camera
interface.
Option 1: Quick Recording Mode
Long press the button on the front panel of PVR to start / stop the recording. The recording
parameters can be set on the Camera interface.
Option 2: Recording on Camera Interface
Steps:
1. Click the camera application icon on the Home Page to enter the Camera interface.
2. Slide the Capture/Record Switch icon to the right-side, click the Parameter Settings icon and then
configure the recording parameters to meet the actual needs.
Resolution: the size of the image, namely, the number of pixels.
Frame rate: the frequency of the unique consecutive images (called frames) produced by PVR.
Bitrate: the number of bits that are conveyed or processed per unit of time.
Flashlight: the dwell time of the flashlight.

The external camera does not support the flashlight.
3. Click the Record icon to start recording. The Record icon turns to . You can view the record
time in the upper-left corner of the screen.
The duration time of the continuous recording is configurable. For details, see Section 10.5.1
Recording Parameters Settings.
4. Click the icon to stop recording.
5. Click the Video/Picture icon in the lower-left corner of the screen to view the record files. For details,
see Section 7.1 Video Files Management.
4.2 Capture Pictures
Two capture methods are provided for PVR: quick capture mode and capture on the Camera interface.
Option 1: Quick Recording Mode
Click the Camera button on the right-side panel of PVR capture pictures.
Option 2: Capture on Camera Interface
Steps:
1. Click the camera application icon on the Home Page to enter the Camera interface.
2. Slide the Capture/Record Switch icon to the left-side, click the Parameter Settings icon and then
configure the capture parameters to meet the actual needs.
Auto upload: upload the captured picture to the platform automatically.
Capture sound: turn on/off the capture sound.
Resolution: the size of the captured picture.
Image quality: the quality of the captured picture.