Honeywell HD-DVR-1004 User manual

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http://www.security.honeywell.com
Rev. B
Honeywell
HD-DVR-1004
HD-DVR-1008
HD-DVR-1016
Digital Video Recorder
User Manual

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Contents
1Features and Specifications....................................................................................................... 1
Overview............................................................................................................................. 1
Features ............................................................................................................................. 1
Specification ....................................................................................................................... 3
2Overview and Controls............................................................................................................... 7
Front Panel......................................................................................................................... 7
Rear Panel.......................................................................................................................... 9
Connection Diagram......................................................................................................... 10
Remote Controller............................................................................................................. 11
Mouse Control .................................................................................................................. 13
3Installation and Connections.................................................................................................... 16
Unpack Everything............................................................................................................ 16
HDD Installation................................................................................................................ 17
Connecting Power Supply ................................................................................................ 18
Connecting Video Input and Output Devices.................................................................... 18
Connecting Video Input ..............................................................................................18
Connecting Video Output ...........................................................................................19
Connecting Audio Input & Output ..................................................................................... 19
Audio Input .................................................................................................................19
Audio Output...............................................................................................................20
Alarm Input and Output Connection.................................................................................. 20
Alarm Input and Output Details...................................................................................21
Alarm Input Port..........................................................................................................21
Alarm Output Port.......................................................................................................22

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RS232............................................................................................................................... 23
RS485............................................................................................................................... 23
USB.................................................................................................................................. 24
4Overview of Navigation and Controls....................................................................................... 25
Login, Logout & Main Menu.............................................................................................. 25
Login...........................................................................................................................25
Main Menu..................................................................................................................26
Logout ........................................................................................................................27
Auto Resume after Power Failure...............................................................................27
Replace Button Battery...............................................................................................27
Manual Record ................................................................................................................. 28
Live Viewing ...............................................................................................................28
Manual Record ...........................................................................................................28
Search & Playback ........................................................................................................... 31
Search Menu..............................................................................................................31
Basic Operation..........................................................................................................33
Calendar.....................................................................................................................34
Schedule........................................................................................................................... 35
Schedule Menu...........................................................................................................35
Snapshot ....................................................................................................................37
Image FTP..................................................................................................................41
Detect............................................................................................................................... 41
Go to Detect Menu .....................................................................................................41
Motion Detection.........................................................................................................41
Video Loss..................................................................................................................45
Camera Masking ........................................................................................................46
Alarm Setup and Alarm Activation.................................................................................... 47
Go to alarm setup interface ........................................................................................47
Alarm setup ................................................................................................................47
Backup.............................................................................................................................. 50
Detect Device.............................................................................................................51

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Backup .......................................................................................................................51
PTZ Control and Color Setup ........................................................................................... 53
Cable Connection.......................................................................................................53
PTZ Setup ..................................................................................................................54
PTZ Trace...................................................................................................................56
Preset/Tour/Pattern/Scan Operations............................................................................... 57
Preset Setup...............................................................................................................58
Activate Preset ...........................................................................................................59
Patrol setup (Tour Setup) ...........................................................................................59
Activate Patrol (tour)...................................................................................................60
Pattern Setup..............................................................................................................60
Activate Pattern Function ...........................................................................................60
Auto Scan Setup.........................................................................................................60
Activate Auto Scan.....................................................................................................61
5Understanding of Menu Operations and Controls.................................................................... 62
Menu Tree ........................................................................................................................ 62
Main Menu........................................................................................................................ 64
Setting .............................................................................................................................. 64
General.......................................................................................................................64
Encode .......................................................................................................................66
Schedule ....................................................................................................................68
RS232 ........................................................................................................................68
Network ......................................................................................................................69
Alarm..........................................................................................................................79
Detect.........................................................................................................................79
Pan/Tilt/Zoom.............................................................................................................79
Display........................................................................................................................80
Default........................................................................................................................83
Advanced.......................................................................................................................... 84
HDD Management......................................................................................................85
Abnormity ...................................................................................................................87
Alarm Output ..............................................................................................................88

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Manual Record...........................................................................................................89
Account ......................................................................................................................89
Auto Maintain..............................................................................................................90
TV Adjust....................................................................................................................91
Text Overlay...............................................................................................................91
Information........................................................................................................................ 95
HDD Information.........................................................................................................95
BPS............................................................................................................................96
Log .............................................................................................................................97
Version.......................................................................................................................98
Online Users...............................................................................................................99
Shutdown........................................................................................................................ 100
6Web Client Operation............................................................................................................. 102
Network Connection ....................................................................................................... 102
Login............................................................................................................................... 102
Real-Time Monitor....................................................................................................107
PTZ...........................................................................................................................109
Color.........................................................................................................................112
Picture Path and Record Path..................................................................................113
Configuration .................................................................................................................. 114
System Information...................................................................................................114
System Configuration ...............................................................................................118
Advanced .................................................................................................................139
Additional Function...................................................................................................147
Search............................................................................................................................ 149
Alarm.............................................................................................................................. 154
About.............................................................................................................................. 156
Log out............................................................................................................................ 156
Un-install Web Control.................................................................................................... 157
7FAQ ....................................................................................................................................... 158

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8Appendix................................................................................................................................ 165
HDD Capacity Calculation .............................................................................................. 165
Compatible USB Drive List ............................................................................................. 166

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Explanation of Symbols
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of insulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Warnings and Cautions
Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnected device, the
disconnected device shall remain readily operable.
Where an all-pole MAINS SWITCH is used as the disconnect device, the location on
the apparatus and the function of the switch shall be described, and the switch shall
remain readily operable.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as bookcase or built-in cabinet.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place lighted candles on the
apparatus.

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Class I apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective
earthing connection.
Caution
Users of the product are responsible for checking and complying with all federal, state,
and local laws and statutes concerning the monitoring and recording of video and audio
signals.
Honeywell shall not be held responsible for the use of this product in violation of current
laws and statutes.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.

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3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement
of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11. Only use attachment/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.

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13. Unplug this apparatus during lighting storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This
Apparatus To Rain Or Moisture.
16. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects
filled with liquids, shall not be placed on the apparatus.
Before You Start
BEFORE OPERATING OR INSTALLING THE UNIT, READ AND FOLLOW ALL
INSTRUCTIONS. AFTER INSTALLATION, retain the safety and operating
instructions for future reference.
1. Electrical safety
All installation and operation here should conform to local electrical safety codes.
We assume no liability or responsibility for fires or electrical shock caused by
improper handling or installation.
2. Transportation
Heavy pressure, violent vibration and water must be avoided during transportation,
storage and installation.
3. Install and operate the device in a proper environment:

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Do not install the unit in an extremely hot or humid location, or in a place subject to
direct sunlight, dust or mechanical vibration.
The temperature measurements shall be carried out with the apparatus positioned
in accordance with the instructions for use provided by the manufacturer, or, in the
absence of instructions, the apparatus shall be positioned 5 cm behind the front
edge of an open-fronted wooden test box with 5 cm free space along the sides and
top and 5 cm depth behind the apparatus.
The unit is not designed to be waterproof. Do not expose it to rain or water.
Situate away from items that produce heat or are heat sources. Keep the unit well-
ventilated.
Place the unit on a stable flat surface or install it on the rack.
Do not place any objects on the unit.
4. Battery
The built-in battery life is approximately 2 years as an indication of replacement.
(This is just an indication of replacement. We are not providing any guarantee for
the built-in battery lifetime. Replacement costs of the built-in battery are not covered
by the warranty even if it needs to be done within the warranty period.) The battery
of the same type must be used to replace the old one to avoid explosive danger.
Ask the shop where the unit was purchased when replacement of the battery is
required.
Caution
The battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same type.
5. Rating plate and user guide
Refer to the rating plate placed on the rear panel of the unit for the information on
equipment classification and power source, etc.
Read and follow all instructions in the user guide when installing and operating the
unit.
Caution To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that
contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.

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1 Features and Specifications
Overview
HD-DVR-1004, HD-DVR-1008 and HD-DVR-1016 are excellent digital
video surveillance products. They adopt embedded Linux OS to maintain
reliable operation. Popular H.264 compression algorithm and G.711 audio
compression technology realize high quality, low bit stream. Unique frame-
by-frame play function is suitable for detail analysis. It has various functions
such as simultaneous recording, playback, and monitoring as well as
guaranteed audio video synchronization. This series product has advanced
technology and a strong network data transmission function.
This series device adopts embedded design to achieve high security and
reliability. It can work standalone with local Graphic User Interface, and can
also be accessed by an IE web client through Ethernet for remote
surveillance.
This series product can be widely used in a variety of areas such as
intelligent resident zones, banking, telecommunication, electric power,
interrogation, transportation, factory, warehouse, resources, and water
conservation.
Features
This series product has the following features:
•Real-time monitoring
It has an analog (CVBS), VGA and HDMI output port for real-time
surveillance by a monitor or TV set.
The system supports the three outputs at the same time.
•Storage function
Special data format guarantees data security and avoids vicious data
modification.
•A/V compression

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Supports multi-channel audio and video. Independent hardware codecs
encodes and decodes the audio and video signal from each channel to
maintain video and audio synchronization.
•Backup function
Provides local backup via USB port for flash disks and portable HDDs
IE web client can download the file to local HDD to backup via network.
•Recording and playback function
Supports simultaneous real-time recording, record search,
forward/backward playback, network monitoring, and record download in all
channels.
Supports various playback modes: slow, fast, backward and frame-by-
frame playback.
Supports time title overlay for accurate event occurrence time display
Supports zoom of specified zone in the picture.
•Network operation
Supports remote real-time monitoring, remote record search and remote
PTZ control via network.
•Alarm interlock function
Three relay alarm outputs to realize alarm interlock and on-site light control.
•Communication port
RS485 port for PTZ control.
RS232 port for system upgrade and maintenance with PC COM connection.
Standard Ethernet port for network access function.
•PTZ control
Supports PTZ decoder via RS-485 communication.
Supports various protocols (KD-6, Scandome, Pelco-D, Pelco-P, etc.) to
control the PTZ speed dome.
•Intelligent operation
Supports USB Mouse operation function.
In the menu, supports copy and paste for settings.

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Specification
Parameter HD-DVR-1004 HD-DVR-1008 HD-DVR-1016
System
Main Processor High-performance industrial embedded micro controller
OS Embedded LINUX
System
Resources
Multiplex operations: simultaneous multi-channel recording, multi-
channel playback and network operation
Interface User-friendly graphical user interface
Input Devices Front panel, USB mouse, remote control
Input Method Numbers, letters, symbols and extensible Chinese
Shortcut
Function
Copy/paste operation, USB mouse right-key shortcut menu, double-
click USB mouse to switch screen.
Compression
Standard
Video
Compression H.264
Audio
Compression G.711A
Video
Video Input
4-ch composite
video (CVBS) input:
(NTSC/PAL) BNC
(1.0VP- P, 75Ω)
8-ch composite
video (CVBS) input:
(NTSC/PAL) BNC
(1.0VP- P, 75Ω)
16-ch composite
video(CVBS) input:
(NTSC/PAL) BNC
(1.0VP- P, 75Ω)
Video Output
1-ch PAL/NTSC BNC (1.0VP- P, 75Ω) composite video (CVBS)
output;
1-ch VGA output and 1-ch HDMI output of resolution 800x600,
1024×768, 1280×720 (720p), 1280×1024 selectable.
Supports CVBS/VGA/HDMI video output at the same time.
Video Standard PAL (625 line, 50f/s), NTSC (525 line, 60f/s)
Record Speed PAL 1f/s to 25f/s per channel and NTSC 1f/s to 30f/s per channel
Video Partition 1/4 windows 1/4/8/9 windows 1/4/8/9/16 windows
Monitor Touring
Supports monitor touring modes: alarm triggered, motion detection
triggered, and manual control.

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Resolution
(PAL/NTSC)
PAL/NTSC
Real-time
monitoring:
D1
704×576/704×480
Playback:
D1
704×576/704×480
(6/7 f/s,
ch1 up to
25/30 f/s when other
channels are of CIF),
CIF 352×288/
352×240
, QCIF
176×144/176×120
Support dual
streams: extra
stream resolution
QCIF
176×144/176×120
PAL/NTSC
Real-time monitoring:
D1 704×576/704×480
Playback:
D1 704×576/704×480
(6/7 f/s,
ch1 up to
25/30 f/s when other
channels are of CIF),
CIF 352×288/
352×240
, QCIF
176×144/176×120
Support dual streams:
extra stream resolution
QCIF
176×144/176×120
PAL/NTSC
Real-time
monitoring:
D1
704×576/704×480
Playback:
D1
704×576/704×480
(6/7 f/s, ch1 & ch9
up to 25/30 f/s
when other
channels are of
CIF), CIF 352×288/
352×240
, QCIF
176×144/176×120
Support dual
streams: extra
stream resolution
QCIF
176×144/176×120
Motion
Detection
Zone setup: support max 396 (PAL, 22×18) or 330 (NTSC, 22×15)
zones.
Supports various sensitivity levels.
Image Quality 6-level image quality adjustable
Privacy mask Supports max 4 user defined zones of privacy mask in each display
window.
OSD in record Channels information, time information and privacy mask zone.
TV Adjust
Adjusts TV (CVBS) output zone for monitors of display distortion.
Channel Lock
Covers secret channel with blue screen though system is encoding
normally.
Screen -lock function to prevent unauthorized user seeing private
video
Live Channel
Status OSD
Channel name, recording status, screen lock status, video loss status
and motion detection status are shown on the bottom left of display
screen.
Color
Configuration Hue, brightness, contrast, saturation and gain setup for each channel
Audio Audio Input
4-ch 200-
2000mv10KΩ(BNC)
synchronized with
video input channel
1-4
8-ch 200-
2000mv10KΩ(BNC)
synchronized with
video input channel
1-8
4-ch 200-
2000mv10KΩ(BNC)
synchronized with
video input channel
1-4
Audio Output
1-ch audio output 200-3000mv 5KΩ(BNC)
Hard disk
Hard Disk 1 built-in SATA port; support 1 HDD.
Hard Disk
Space
Consumption
Audio: 28.8MByte/h per channel
Video: 56-900MByte/h per channel

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Record and
playback
Recording
Mode
Manual recording, motion detection recording, schedule recording and
alarm recording
Priority: Manual recording> alarm recording>motion detection
recording>schedule recording
Recording
Length
1 to 120 minutes single record duration (Default 60 minutes)
Cyclic mode When hard disk is full, system can overwrite previous video file.
Record Search Various search engines such as time, type and channel.
Playback Mode
Various fast play, slow play speeds, manual frame by frame playback
and reverse play mode.
Var
ious File
Switch Ways
Can switch to previous or next file or any file in current play list.
Can switch to file on other channel of the same time (if existing).
Supports continuous file playback; when a file is ended, system
automatically plays the next file in the current channel
Multi-channel
Playback
Support maximum 4-
channel simultaneous
playback.
Support maximum
8-channel
simultaneous
playback.
Support maximum 16-
channel simultaneous
playback.
Display Modes Switch between adaptive window/full screen during playback
Zoom
When in one-window full-screen playback mode, you can select any
zone to zoom in.
Backup
function Backup Mode
HDD backup
Support peripheral USB backup device. (Flash disk, portable HDD
and etc.)
Supports USB burner (extension function).
Supports network download and backup
Network
Function Network control
Remote live view of all channels.
DVR configuration through web browser client
Upgrade or maintenance via web browser client
View alarm information such as external alarm, motion detection and
video loss
Supports network PTZ control
File download backup and playback
Duplex transparent COM
Intercom
Motion
Detection and
Alarm
Motion
Detection
Zone setup: 396 (PAL, 22×18) or 330 (NTSC, 22×15) detection
zones.
Various sensitivity levels
Can activate recording, external alarm or screen message prompt in
specified period.
Video Loss
Alarm can activate external alarm or screen message prompt.
External Alarm
Can activate recording, external alarm or screen message prompt in
specified period.
Manual Alarm
Control
Enables or disables alarm input channel.
Supports manual alarm output.
Alarm Input
4-ch alarm input
（
Normal open or
normal close
）
8-ch alarm input
（
Normal open or
normal close
）
16-ch alarm input
（
Normal open or
normal close
）

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Alarm Output
3-channel relay output
Alarm Relay 30VDC 2A，125VAC 1A（activation alarm ）
Interface
USB Interface
2 USB 2.0 ports
Network
connection
RJ45 10M/100M self-adaptive Ethernet port
RS485 PTZ control port Supports various control protocols: KD-6, Scandome, Pelco-D, Pelco-
P, etc.
RS232
Ordinary serial port (for upgrade and maintenance) and transparent
serial port (COM input and output via network )
System
Information
Hard Disk
Information
Displays HDD current status
Data Stream
Statistics
Data stream statistics for each channel (in wave mode)
Log statistics Display maximum1024 logs.
Support various search engines such as time and type.
Version
Display version information: channel amount, alarm input and output
amount, system version and published date.
On-line user
Display current on-line user
User
Management
User
Management
Multi-level user management; various management modes
Integrated management for local user and network user
Configurable user power
Support user /group and its corresponding rights modification.
No limit to the user or group amount
Password
Authentication
Password modification
Administrator can modify other user’s password.
Account lock strategy
Five times login failure in thirty minutes may result in account lock.
Upgrade Web browser, client-end and specific update tool.
Login, Logout and Shutdown
Password login protection to guarantee safety
User-friendly interface when login. Provide the following options:
logout /shutdown/ restart.
Authentication when shut down to make sure only authorized users
can turn off DVR
General
Parameter
Power DC +12V/3.3A
Power
Consumption
12W (Exclude HDD)
Working
Temperature
0℃－＋55℃
Working
Humidity
10%－90%
Air Pressure 86kpa－106kpa
Dimension 375x285x45mm
Weight 3.25KG(Exclude HDD)
Installation Mode Desktop installation