HIK VISION DS-9000 Series User manual

DS-9000/9100/9600 Series DVR
USER MANUAL
Version 1.3.1

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Hikvision® Network Digital Video Recorder User’s Manual
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Regulatory Information
FCC Information
FCC compliance: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
FCC Conditions
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
EU Conformity Statement
This product and - if applicable - the supplied accessories too are marked with "CE" and comply
therefore with the applicable harmonized European standards listed under the Low Voltage Directive
2006/95/EC, the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.
2002/96/EC (WEEE directive): Products marked with this symbol cannot be disposed of as unsorted
municipal waste in the European Union. For proper recycling, return this product to your local
supplier upon the purchase of equivalent new equipment, or dispose of it at designated collection
points. For more information see: www.recyclethis.info.
2006/66/EC (battery directive): This product contains a battery that cannot be disposed of as unsorted
municipal waste in the European Union. See the product documentation for specific battery
information. The battery is marked with this symbol, which may include lettering to indicate
cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), or mercury (Hg). For proper recycling, return the battery to your supplier
or to a designated collection point. For more information see: www.recyclethis.info.
Description on Laser Specification
The optical disc drive such as DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive 22X that is used in this computer is equipped
with laser. The classification label with the following sentence is affixed to the surface of the drive.
CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT TO IEC60825-1
LASER KLASSE 1
The drive with the above label is certified by the manufacturer that the drive complies with the requirement for laser
product on the date of manufacturing pursuant to article 21 of Code of Federal Regulations by the United States of
America, Department of Health & Human Services, Food and Drug Administration.
In other countries, the drive is certified to comply with the requirement pursuant to IEC 60825-1 and EN 60825-1 on
class 1 laser product.
This computer is equipped with the optical disc drive in the following list according to the model.

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Safety Warnings and Cautions
Please pay attention to the following warnings and cautions:
Hazardous Voltage may be present: Special measures and precautions must be
taken when using this device. Some potentials (voltages) on the device may present a
hazard to the user. This device should only be used by the Employees from our company
with knowledge and training in working with these types of devices that contain live
circuits.
Power Supply Hazardous Voltage: AC mains voltages are present within the power supply assembly. This
device must be connected to a UL approved, completely enclosed power supply, of the proper rated voltage and
current. No user serviceable parts inside the power supply.
System Grounding (Earthing): To avoid shock, ensure that all AC wiring is not exposed and that the earth
grounding is maintained. Ensure that any equipment to which this device will be attached is also connected to
properly wired grounded receptacles and are approved medical devices.
Power Connect and Disconnect: The AC power supply cord is the main disconnect
device to mains (AC power).The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and
shall be readily accessible.
Installation and Maintenance: Do not connect/disconnect any cables to or perform
installation/maintenance on this device during an electrical storm.
Power Cord Requirements: The connector that plugs into the wall outlet must be a grounding-type male
plug designed for use in your region. It must have certification marks showing certification by an agency in your
region. The connector that plugs into the AC receptacle on the power supply must be an IEC 320, sheet C13,

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female connector. See the following website for more information http://kropla.com/electric2.htm.
Lithium Battery: This device contains a Lithium Battery. There is a risk of
explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to the vendor’s instructions and in accordance with local environmental
regulations.
Perchlorate Material: Special handling may apply. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. This notice is required by California Code of Regulations, Title 22,
Division 4.5, Chapter 33: Best Management Practices for Perchlorate Materials. This device includes a battery
which contains perchlorate material.
Taiwan battery recycling:
Please recycle batteries.
Thermal and Mechanical Injury: Some components such as heat sinks, power
regulators, and processors may be hot; care should be taken to avoid contact with these
components.
Electro Magnetic Interference: This equipment has not been tested for compliance with emissions limits of
FCC and similar international regulations. This device is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold, or
leased until authorization from the United States FCC or its equivalent in other countries has been obtained. Use
of this equipment in a residential location is prohibited. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy which may result in harmful interference to radio communications. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off,
the user is required to take measures to eliminate the interference or discontinue the use of this equipment.
Lead Content:
Please recycle this device in a responsible manner. Refer to local environmental
regulations for proper recycling; do not dispose of device in unsorted municipal
waste.

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Thank you for purchasing our product. If there is any question or request, please do not hesitate to contact dealer.
This manual is applicable to DS-9004/9008/9016HDI-S, DS-9004/9008/9016HFI-S, DS-9004/9008/9016HFI-SH,
DS-9004/9008/9016HFI-RH; DS-9104/9108/9116HFI-S, DS-9104/9108/9116HFI-SH,
DS-9104/9108/9116HFI-RH; DS-9604/9608/9612/9616NI-SH, DS-9604/9608/9612/9616NI-RH.
This manual may contain several technically incorrect places or printing errors, and the content is subject to
change without notice. The updates will be added into the new version of this manual. We will readily improve or
update the products or procedures described in the manual.

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Preventive and Cautionary Tips
Before connecting and operating your DVR, please be advised of the following tips:
•Ensure unit is installed in a well-ventilated, dust-free environment.
•Unit is designed for indoor use only.
•Keep all liquids away from the DVR.
•Ensure environmental conditions meet factory specifications.
•Ensure unit is properly secured to a rack or shelf. Major shocks or jolts to the unit as a result of dropping it
may cause damage to the sensitive electronics within the unit.
•Use the DVR in conjunction with an UPS if possible.
•Power down the unit before connecting and disconnecting accessories and peripherals.
•A factory recommended HDD should be used for this device.
•Improper use or replacement of the battery may result in hazard of explosion. Replace with the same or
equivalent type only. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions provided by the battery
manufacturer.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
C H A P T E R 1........................................................................................................................... 10
Introduction.................................................................................................................................. 10
Overview................................................................................................................................11
Product Key Features............................................................................................................ 12
Product Application Diagram ............................................................................................... 14
Operating Your DVR............................................................................................................. 15
Using the Front Panel Controls..................................................................................... 15
Rear Panel Diagram.............................................................................................................. 21
C H A P T E R 2........................................................................................................................... 23
Getting Started............................................................................................................................ 23
Starting and Shutting Down Your DVR................................................................................ 24
Rebooting and Locking Your DVR....................................................................................... 24
Using the Setup Wizard......................................................................................................... 25
C H A P T E R 3........................................................................................................................... 31
Live View...................................................................................................................................... 31
Viewing Live Video .............................................................................................................. 32
Understanding Live View Icons.................................................................................... 32
Operating the LiveView........................................................................................................ 32
Using the Mouse in Live View ..................................................................................... 33
Using Digital Zoom ...................................................................................................... 33
Using an Aux Monitor .................................................................................................. 34
Configuring Live View Displays........................................................................................... 34
Setting Camera Order.................................................................................................... 36
Channel Zero Encoding ........................................................................................................ 36
C H A P T E R 4........................................................................................................................... 37
Record Settings............................................................................................................................ 37
Configuring Settings for Recording
...................................................................................... 38
Initializing Record Settings........................................................................................... 38
Scheduling a Recording ................................................................................................ 39
Starting a Manual Recording ........................................................................................ 40
Protecting Recorded Files..................................................................................................... 41
Locking and Unlocking Recorded Files........................................................................ 41
Setting HDD to Read-Only........................................................................................... 42
Configuring Advanced HDD Settings................................................................................... 43
Setting up HDD Redundancy........................................................................................ 43
C H A P T E R 5........................................................................................................................... 45
Playback....................................................................................................................................... 45
Playing Back a Recording..................................................................................................... 46
Understanding the Playback Interface........................................................................... 46
Playing Back from General Video Search .................................................................... 46
Playing Back from Event Search .................................................................................. 48
Playing Back from Live View....................................................................................... 49
Playing Back from System Log .................................................................................... 50
Playing Back Frame-by-Frame ..................................................................................... 50
Smart Search................................................................................................................. 50
Using Digital Zoom .............................................................................................................. 51
C H A P T E R 6........................................................................................................................... 53
Backup ......................................................................................................................................... 53
Backing up Recorded Files ................................................................................................... 54
Exporting Files.............................................................................................................. 54
Exporting Video Clips................................................................................................... 56
Exporting Files via e-SATA.......................................................................................... 57
Managing Backup Devices ................................................................................................... 58
C H A P T E R 7
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Alarm Settings............................................................................................................................. 59
Configuring Alarms............................................................................................................... 60
Setting up Motion Detection......................................................................................... 60
Setting up Sensor Alarms.............................................................................................. 62
Triggering Alarm Outputs Manually............................................................................. 64
Detecting Video Loss.................................................................................................... 64
Detecting Video Tampering.......................................................................................... 66
Setting Exception.................................................................................................................. 67
Understanding Exception Trigger Options ................................................................... 68
Intelligent Analysis ............................................................................................................... 68
Intelligent Settings ........................................................................................................ 69
Rule Settings................................................................................................................. 71
C H A P T E R 8........................................................................................................................... 75
Network Settings......................................................................................................................... 75
Configuring Network Settings .............................................................................................. 76
Configuring Basic Settings ........................................................................................... 76
Configuring PPPoE Settings......................................................................................... 77
Configuring DDNS ....................................................................................................... 78
Configuring an NTP Server .......................................................................................... 79
Configuring a Remote Alarm Host ............................................................................... 80
Configuring Multicast................................................................................................... 80
Configuring MTU......................................................................................................... 81
Configuring Server and HTTP Ports............................................................................. 81
Configuring E-mail Settings ......................................................................................... 82
Viewing Network Traffic.............................................................................................. 83
Configuring Network Detection.................................................................................... 84
C H A P T E R 9........................................................................................................................... 86
PTZ Controls............................................................................................................................... 86
Navigating PTZ Menus......................................................................................................... 87
Configuring PTZ Settings..................................................................................................... 87
Setting PTZ Presets, Patrols & Patterns................................................................................ 88
Understanding PTZ Controls ........................................................................................ 88
Customizing Presets...................................................................................................... 89
Customizing Patrols...................................................................................................... 89
Customizing Patterns .................................................................................................... 91
C H A P T E R 1 0........................................................................................................................ 92
Camera Management ................................................................................................................. 92
Configuring IP Cameras........................................................................................................ 93
Configuring OSD Settings.................................................................................................... 95
Setting up Privacy Mask....................................................................................................... 96
Adjusting Display Settings.................................................................................................... 97
C H A P T E R 1 1........................................................................................................................ 98
RAID Configuration................................................................................................................... 98
Configuring RAID ................................................................................................................ 99
Creating Array............................................................................................................... 99
Deleting Array............................................................................................................. 101
Rebuilding Array......................................................................................................... 102
Migrating Array .......................................................................................................... 106
Configuring Virtual HDD ................................................................................................... 107
Creating Virtual Disk.................................................................................................. 107
Deleting Virtual Disk.................................................................................................. 108
Repairing Virtual Disk................................................................................................ 109
Upgrading Array ..................................................................................................................110
C H A P T E R 1 2.......................................................................................................................112
HDD Management.....................................................................................................................112
Managing HDDs..................................................................................................................113
Initializing HDDs.........................................................................................................113

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Setting Network HDD..................................................................................................113
Setting HDD Groups....................................................................................................115
Setting HDD Status......................................................................................................116
Setting HDD to Read-Only..........................................................................................116
Setting HDD to Redundancy........................................................................................116
Expanding HDD Capacity............................................................................................117
Checking HDD Status..................................................................................................117
Configuring HDD Alarms............................................................................................118
C H A P T E R 1 3.......................................................................................................................119
DVR Management .....................................................................................................................119
Configuring System Settings .............................................................................................. 120
Configuring General Settings...................................................................................... 120
Configuring Advanced Settings.................................................................................. 120
Configuring RS-232 Port Settings ...................................................................................... 121
Managing User Accounts.................................................................................................... 122
Adding a New User..................................................................................................... 122
Deleting a User............................................................................................................ 124
Modifying a User........................................................................................................ 125
Managing System................................................................................................................ 125
Importing & Exporting Configuration ........................................................................ 125
Updating System Firmware ................................................................................................ 126
Restoring Default Settings.................................................................................................. 127
Viewing System Information .............................................................................................. 128
Viewing System Logs ......................................................................................................... 128
C H A P T E R 1 4...................................................................................................................... 131
Appendix.................................................................................................................................... 131
Glossary .............................................................................................................................. 132
FAQ..................................................................................................................................... 133
List of Compatible IP Cameras........................................................................................... 134
List of Hikvision IP Cameras Supported by DS-9000/9600 ....................................... 134
List of Third-party IP Cameras Supported by DS-9000/9600..................................... 136

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C H A P T E R 1
Introduction

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Overview
The DS-9000/9100/9600 series DVR is a new generation of video surveillance product with powerful
functionalities in video encoding and decoding, video data storage, intelligent video analytics and network
management.
The DS-9000/9100/9600HFI-RH models support RAID disk array and virtual disk configuration to enhance data
reliability and storage capability, as video data can be divided and replicated among 8 hard disk drives.
DS-9000 series can be connected with both analog and network cameras, and is capable of working as a
standalone DVR, hybrid DVR or NVR; The DS-9600 series only supports the IP cameras while the DS-9100
series DVR can be connected with analog cameras only. The DS-9000/9100/9600 series DVR can be widely
applied in the fields of finance, public security, forces, telecom, transportation, electricity, education, water
conservancy, etc.
Figure 1. DS-9000-S Series DVR
Figure 2. DS-9100-S Series DVR
Figure 3. DS-9000/9100/9600HFI-SH & DS-9000/9100/9600HFI-RH Series DVR

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Figure 4. DS-9000/9100/9600HFI-SH & DS-9000/9100/9600HFI-RH Series DVR
Product Key Features
•H.264 video compression standard.
•PAL/NTSC video input.
•DS-9000 can be connected analog camera, network camera/dome and network video server.
•DS-9600 can be connected with network camera/dome and network video server.
•DS-9000/9600 can be connected with third-party network cameras (AXIS, Bosch, Panasonic, SANYO, SONY,
ZAVIO, PROVIDEO, ARECONT, ACTI, PELCO, VIVOTEK, INFINOVA, PSIA, ONVIF).
•DS-9100 can be connected with analog cameras only.
•Each analog channel supports dual stream. Main stream supports up to 4CIF resolution and sub stream supports
up to CIF resolution.
•Each IP camera of DS-9000/9600 supports HDMI video output at up to 1920×1080P resolution.
•VGA video output at up to 1280×1024 resolution.
•DS-9000/9100/9600-RH supports RAID storage, with the following capabilities: disk array and virtual disk
configurable, manual disk array rebuilding, hot swap/spare rebuilding, RAID level migration and one-button
configuration.
•Video encoding parameters of each channel can be set separately, including resolution, frame rate, bit rate,
image quality.
•Each channel supports normal continuous and event compression parameters.
•Support both composite stream and video only stream. Audio and video streams are strictly simultaneous.
•Watermark technology.
•Email notification.
•Local Monitoring:
•DS-9000/9100/9600-SH and DS-9000/9100/9600-RH series support three independent local outputs, including
HDMI, VGA, main and AUX composite video output.
•DS-9000/9100-S series support VGA, Main and AUX composite video output simultaneously.
•HDMI output at up to 1920×1080 resolution.
•VGA output at up to 1280×1024 resolution.
•1/4/6/8/9/16-division live view, with camera order adjustable.
•Group switch, manual switch and automatic cycle modes selectable for video live view, with the auto cycle
dwell time configurable.
•Digital zoom in live view mode.
•Shield of assigned channel for live view.
•Motion detection, view tampering alert, video exception alert and video loss alert.
•Privacy mask.
•Various PTZ protocols, PTZ preset, patrol and pattern.
•Video image zoom-in by clicking the mouse and tracing by dragging mouse in PTZ control mode.

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• HDD Management:
•Up to 8 SATA hard disks can be connected for RAID storage.
•Up to 8 SATA hard disks, 8 network hard disks (8 NAS disks or 7 NAS disks + 1 iSCSI disk) and 1 eSATA can
be connected; each HDD with up to 2TB storage capacity.
•Up to 8 virtual disks are supported.
•S.M.A.R.T. technology.
•HDD group management.
•HDD property can be set to redundancy, read-only and R/W.
•HDD file system is compatible with Windows. Use pre-allocating hard disk management technology, and no
disk fragments.
• Recording and Playback:
•Cycle and non-cycle recording mode.
•Normal and event video encoding parameters.
•Multiple recording types, including manual, normal, alarm, motion, motion | alarm and motion & alarm
recording, etc.
•8 recording time periods with separate recording types.
•Pre-record and Post-record time for alarm and motion detection, and pre-record time for scheduled and manual
recording.
•Lock and unlock of video files.
•Local redundant recording.
•Video data search and playback by channel number, recording type, time etc.
•Digital zoom function in playback mode.
•Pause, play fast, play slow, skip forward, and skip backward when playback, locating in progress bar by
dragging the mouse.
•Up to 16-channel synchronous playback for DS-9000/9100 series DVR, and 4-channel synchronous playback
for DS-9600 series NVR.
•Intelligent Features :
•DS-9000/9100/9600-SH and DS-9000/9100/9600-RH series support intelligent features (configured with the
expanded intelligent board) as an option.
•Each channel supports up to 8 rules for intelligent detecting, including traverse plane, enter region, exit region,
invasion, loiter, left take, parking, run and high density.
•Notification of intelligent alarm by uploading information and JPEG picture to client software to CMS.
•Support intelligent module reboot partly when setting intelligent detection system.
Note: Intelligent features are optional for DS-9000/9100/9600-SH and DS-9000/9100/9600-RH models, and not
supported in the default unit.
Note: The device must be configured with the intelligent board so as to realize the intelligent functions. The
following options are provided: B-B, B-A and B-F
Levels
Traverse
plane
Enter/Exit
Area
Object
Left/Taken
Intrusion
Loitering
High
Density
Illegal
Parking
Fast
Movement
B_F √√√√√√√√
B_A
√
√
√
√
√
√
B_B
√
√
•Backup:
•Record files backed up via USB, SATA CD/DVD-R/Wdevice.
•Bunch backup by file or by time.
•Record files edited for backup in playback.
•Management and maintenance for backup devices.
•Alarm & Exception:
•Unified management of DVR and IP camera alarm in/out of DS-9000/DS-9600.
•Unified management of DVR alarm in/out of DS-9100.
•Configurable arming time for alarm in/out.
•Unified management of intelligent detection, motion detection, view tampering and video loss alarm.
•Various exception alarm types supported: alarms for video loss, motion detection, video tempering, video in/out
format unmatched, illegal access, network disconnection, IP conflict, hard disk error and hard disk full.

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•Various exception alarm handling methods: pop-up alarm image on monitor, audible warning, notify
surveillance center, trigger alarm output, send Email, etc.
•Auto recovery from exceptions.
• Network:
•10/100/1000M adaptive network interface.
•TCP/IP protocol suites, PPPoE, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, NTP, SADP protocols, etc.
•Unicast and multicast, support TCP, UDP, and RTP for unicast.
•Remote search, playback and download, lock/unlock of video files.
•Support breakpoint resume.
•Remote access and configuration of parameters; remote import/export of device configuration parameters.
•Remote access of device running status, system log and alarm status.
•Remote control of DVR via button operation.
•Remote lock/unlock of panel buttons and mouse.
•Remote formatting of hard disk, upgrade, reboot/shutdown and other system maintenance operations.
•RS-232 and RS-485 transparent channel transmission.
•Event alarm and exceptions upload to remote management host.
•Remote manual recording.
•Remote video image capture in JPEG format.
•Remote PTZ control.
•Voice talk and broadcast.
•Built-in WEB Server.
• Other:
•Control of DVR via front panel keys, mouse, IR remote control and special keyboard.
•Three-level user management, each user with individual operating permission for DVR and camera.
•Powerful record and search for log of operation, alarm and exceptions.
•Import/export of device configuration files.
Product Application Diagram
Figure 5. Product Application Diagram
Note: For DS-9600 series NVR, it does not support analog cameras, and for DS-9100 series DVR, it does not
support network cameras.

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Operating Your DVR
There are numerous ways to navigate and operate your DVR. You may use the Front Panel Controls, the included
IR Remote, a Mouse and the Soft Keyboard.
Using the Front Panel Controls
Front Panel of DS-9000/9100-S DVR:
Figure 6. DS-9000/9100-S DVR Front Panel Controls
The controls on the front panel include:
1. Power Button: Powers DVR on/off.
2. IR Receiver: Receiver for IR remote.
3. USB Ports: Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports for additional devices such as USB mouse and USB Hard
Disk Drive (HDD).
4. Status Indicators: Status indicators for different features of the DVR.
•Alarm: Alarm indicator turns red when a sensor alarm is detected.
•Ready: Ready indicator turns blue when DVR is functioning properly.
•Status: Status indicator turns blue when DVR is controlled by an IR remote. Indicator turns red when
controlled by a keyboard and purple when IR remote and keyboard is used at the same time.
•HDD: HDD indicator blinks red when data is being read from or written to HDD.
•Modem: Reserved.
•TX/RX: TX/RX indictor blinks blue when network connection is functioning properly.
•Guard: Guard indicator turns blue when the device is armed, off when the device is unarmed. The
arm/disarm state can be initiated by pressing and holding on the ESC button for more than 3 seconds in
Preview mode.
5. Alphanumeric Buttons: Alphanumeric buttons used in various menus of the DVR. Some uses include:
•Switching to the corresponding channel in Preview or PTZ Control mode.
•Inputting numbers and characters in Edit mode.
•Switching between different channels in Playback mode.
6. Control Buttons:
•ESC Button: The ESC button is used to escape to the previous menu and to arm/disarm the DVR in
Preview mode.

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•REC/SHOT Button: The REC/SHOT button is used to enter the Manual Record interface. If used when
controlling a PTZ, pressing the REC/SHOT button and then a Numeric button will call a PTZ preset.
•PLAY/AUTO Button: The PLAY/AUTO button is used to enter the Playback menu. It is also used to
turn audio on/off in the Playback menu and auto scan in the PTZ Control menu.
•ZOOM+ Button: The ZOOM+ button is used to zoom the PTZ camera in when in the PTZ Control
menu.
•A/FOCUS+ Button: The A/FOCUS+ button is used to adjust focus in the PTZ Control menu. It is also
used to switch between input methods (upper and lowercase alphabet, symbols and numeric input). It can
also be used to clear entire masked areas, such as in the Motion Detection and Privacy Mask menus.
•EDIT/IRIS+ Button: The EDIT/IRIS+ button is used to edit text fields. When editing text fields, it will
also function as a Backspace button to delete the character in front of the cursor. On checkbox fields,
pressing the EDIT/IRIS+ button will tick the checkbox. In PTZ Control mode, the EDIT/IRIS+ button
opens up the iris of the camera. In Playback mode, it can be used to generate video clips for backup.
•MENU/WIPER Button: Pressing the MENU/WIPER button will return the user to the Main menu (after
successful login). Pressing and holding the button for 5 seconds will turn off audible key beep. The
MENU/WIPER button will also bring up Sensitivity Interface settings. In PTZ Control mode, the
MENU/WIPER button will start wiper (if applicable).
•F1/LIGHT Button: The F1/LIGHT button when used in a list field will select all items on the list. In PTZ
Control mode, it will turn on/off PTZ light.
•F2/AUX Button: The F2/AUX button is used to cycle through tab pages. It will also bring up the Channel
& OSD Position settings.
•MAIN/SPOT/ZOOM- Button: The MAIN/SPOT/ZOOM- button is used to switch between main and
spot output. In PTZ Control mode, it can be used to zoom the camera out.
•PREV/FOCUS- Button: The PREV/FOCUS- button is used to switch between single screen and
multi-screen mode. In PTZ Control mode, it is used to adjust the focus in conjunction with the A/FOCUS+
button. It can also be used to select entire masked areas, such as in Motion Detection and Privacy Mask
menus.
•PTZ/IRIS- Button: The PTZ/IRIS- button is used to enter the PTZ Control mode. When in the PTZ
Control mode, it is used to close the iris of the PTZ camera.
7. DIRECTION/ENTER Buttons:
•DIRECTION Buttons: The DIRECTION buttons are used to navigate between different fields and items
in menus. In Playback mode, the Up and Down button is used to speed up and slow down recorded video.
The Left and Right button will select the next and previous day of recordings. In Preview mode, these
buttons can be used to cycle through channels.
•ENTER Button: The ENTER button is used to confirm selection in any of the menu modes. It can also be
used to tick checkbox fields. In Playback mode, it can be used to play or pause the video. In Single Play
mode, pressing the ENTER button will advance the video by a single frame.
8. JOG SHUTTLE Control: The JOG SHUTTLE control can be used to move the active selection in a menu.
The inner ring will move the selection up and down; the outer ring will move it left and right. In the
Playback mode, the inner ring is used to jump 30 seconds forward/backward in a video. The outer ring can
be used to speed up/slow down the video. In Preview mode, it can be used to cycle through different
channels.

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Front Panel of DS-9000/9100/9600-SH and DS-9000/9100/9600-RH DVR:
Figure 7. DS-9000/9100/9600-SH & DS-9000/9100/9600-RH DVR Front Panel
The controls on the front panel include:
1. Status Indicators: Status indicators for different features of the DVR.
•Alarm: Alarm indicator turns red when a sensor alarm is detected.
•Ready: Ready indicator turns blue when DVR is functioning properly.
•Status: Status indicator turns blue when DVR is controlled by an IR remote. Indicator turns red when
controlled by a keyboard and purple when IR remote and keyboard is used at the same time.
•HDD: HDD indicator blinks red when data is being read from or written to HDD.
•Modem: Reserved.
•TX/RX: TX/RX indictor blinks blue when network connection is functioning properly.
•Guard: Guard indicator turns blue when the device is armed, off when the device is unarmed. The
arm/disarm state can be initiated by pressing and holding on the ESC button for more than 3 seconds in
Live View mode.
2. Power Button: Powers DVR on/off.
3. IR Receiver: Receiver for IR remote.
4. DVD-ROM: This space is for DVD-ROM. (Optional)
5. DIRECTION/ENTER Buttons:
•DIRECTION Buttons: The DIRECTION buttons are used to navigate between different fields and items
in menus. In Playback mode, the Up and Down button is used to speed up and slow down recorded video.
The Left and Right button will select the next and previous file of recordings. In Live View mode, these
buttons can be used to cycle through channels.
•ENTER Button: The ENTER button is used to confirm selection in any of the menu modes. It can also be
used to tick checkbox fields. In Playback mode, it can be used to play or pause the video. In Single Play
mode, pressing the ENTER button will advance the video by a single frame.
6. USB Ports: Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports for additional devices such as USB mouse and USB Hard
Disk Drive (HDD).
7. Control Buttons:
•ESC Button: The ESC button is used to escape to the previous menu and to arm/disarm the DVR in Live
View mode.
•REC/SHOT Button: The REC/SHOT button is used to enter the Manual Record interface. If used when
controlling a PTZ, pressing the REC/SHOT button and then a Numeric button will call a PTZ preset.
•ZOOM+ Button: The ZOOM+ button is used to zoom the PTZ camera in when in the PTZ Control
menu.
•MENU/WIPER Button: Pressing the MENU/WIPER button will return the user to the Main menu (after
successful login). Pressing and holding the button for 5 seconds will turn off audible key beep. The
MENU/WIPER button will also bring up Sensitivity Interface settings. In PTZ Control mode, the
MENU/WIPER button will start wiper (if applicable).
•PLAY/AUTO Button: The PLAY/AUTO button is used to enter the Playback menu. It is also used to
turn audio on/off in the Playback menu and auto scan in the PTZ Control menu.
•MAIN/SPOT/ZOOM- Button: The MAIN/SPOT/ZOOM- button is used to switch between main and
spot output. In PTZ Control mode, it can be used to zoom the camera out.
•A/FOCUS+ Button: The A/FOCUS+ button is used to adjust focus in the PTZ Control menu. It is also
used to switch between input methods (upper and lowercase alphabet, symbols and numeric input). It can
also be used to clear entire masked areas, such as in the Motion Detection and Privacy Mask menus.
•F1/LIGHT Button: The F1/LIGHT button when used in a list field will select all items on the list. In PTZ

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Control mode, it will turn on/off PTZ light.
•EDIT/IRIS+ Button: The EDIT/IRIS+ button is used to edit text fields. When editing text fields, it will
also function as a Backspace button to delete the character in front of the cursor. On checkbox fields,
pressing the EDIT/IRIS+ button will tick the checkbox. In PTZ Control mode, the EDIT/IRIS+ button
opens up the iris of the camera. In Playback mode, it can be used to generate video clips for backup.
•PREV/FOCUS- Button: The PREV/FOCUS- button is used to switch between single screen and
multi-screen mode. In PTZ Control mode, it is used to adjust the focus in conjunction with the A/FOCUS+
button. It can also be used to select entire masked areas, such as in Motion Detection and Privacy Mask
menus.
•F2/AUX Button: The F2/AUX button is used to cycle through tab pages. It will also bring up the Channel
& OSD Position settings.
•PTZ/IRIS- Button: The PTZ/IRIS- button is used to enter the PTZ Control mode. When in the PTZ
Control mode, it is used to close the iris of the PTZ camera.
8. Alphanumeric Buttons: Alphanumeric buttons used in various menus of the DVR. Some uses include:
•Switching to the corresponding channel in Live View or PTZ Control mode.
•Inputting numbers and characters in Edit mode.
•Switching between different channels in Playback mode.
9. JOG SHUTTLE Control: The JOG SHUTTLE control can be used to move the active selection in a menu.
It will move the selection up and down. In the Playback mode, the ring is used to jump 30s
forward/backward in video files. In Live View mode, it can be used to cycle through different channels.
10. Left and Right Button: The left and right button can be used to move the active selection in a menu. It will
move the selection left and right. In the Playback mode, the buttons can be used to speed up/slow down the
video. In live view mode, it can be used to cycle through different channels.
Note: If GUARD indicator is blue (default), all alarm event and exception settings are valid. Otherwise, alarm
event and exception settings will be invalid, but normal recording will still be available.
Note: It is important to note that you must click the EDIT button on either the remote or front panel on a text
field before you’re able to edit its content. After you’re done entering text, you must hit the ENTER button to be
able to move on to the next field.
Using the IR Remote Control
Your DVR may also be controlled with the included IR remote control, shown in Figure 8.
Batteries (2×AAA) must be installed before operating.

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Figure 8. IR Remote Control
The keys on the remote control closely resemble the ones found on the front panel, including:
1. POWER Button: Same as POWER button on front panel.
2. DEV Button: Enables/Disables Remote Control.
3. Alphanumeric Buttons: Same as Alphanumeric buttons on front panel.
4. EDIT Button: Same as EDIT/IRIS+ button on front panel.
5. A Button: Same as A/FOCUS+ button on front panel.
6. REC Button: Same as REC/SHOT button on front panel.
7. PLAY Button: Same as PLAY/AUTO button on front panel.
8. INFO Button: Same as ZOOM+ button on front panel.
9. VOIP Button: Same as MAIN/SPOT/ZOOM- button on front panel.
10. MENU Button: Same as MENU/WIPER button on front panel.
11. PREV Button: Same as PREV/FOCUS- button on front panel.
12. DIRECTION/ENTER Buttons: Same as DIRECTION/ENTER buttons on front panel.
13. PTZ Button: Same as PTZ/IRIS- button on front panel.
14. ESC Button: Same as ESC button on front panel.
15. RESERVED: Reserved.
16. F1 Button: Same as F1/LIGHT button on front panel.
17. PTZ CONTROL Buttons: Buttons to adjust the iris, focus and zoom of a PTZ camera.
18. F2 Button: Same as F2/AUX button on front panel.
Aim the remote control at the IR receiver located at the front of the unit to test operation. If there is no response:
1. Using the front control panel or the mouse, go into Menu > Settings > General > More Settings.
2. Check and remember DVR ID#. The default ID# is 255. This ID# is valid for all IR controls.
3. Press the DEV button on the remote.
4. Enter the DVR ID# from step 2.
5. Press the ENTER button on the remote.
If the Status indicator on the front panel turns blue, the remote control is operating properly. If the Status indicator
does not turn blue and there is still no response from the remote, please check the following:
1. Batteries are installed correctly and the polarities of the batteries are not reversed.
2. Batteries are fresh and not out of charge.
3. IR receiver is not obstructed.