I-View K Series User manual

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MPEG4 Network DVR
User Manual
(K Series)
Please read instructions thoroughly before operation and retain it for future reference.
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the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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appliance.
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dealer for procedures for recycling this equipment.
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The GPL Code used in this product is released without warranty and is subject to the copyright of
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Further source codes which are subject to the GPL-licenses are available upon request.
We are pleased to provide our modifications to the Linux Kernel, as well as a few new commands,
and some tools to get you into the code. The codes are provided on the FTP site, and please
download them from the following site or you can refer to your distributor:
ftp://ftp.dvrtw.com.tw/GPL/AV071/
Version
Firmware: 1248-1012-1035-1018-M1-6C1B
Video Viewer: 0099
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
Only operate this apparatus from the type of power source indicated on the label.
The company shall not be liable for any damages arising out of any improper use,
even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW............................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Features...........................................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Specifications...................................................................................................................................................2
1.3 Package Contents ...........................................................................................................................................3
2. FRONT AND REAR PANELS .................................................................................................. 4
2.1 Front Panel ......................................................................................................................................................4
2.2 Rear Panel.......................................................................................................................................................7
3. CONNECTIONS AND SETUP (Take 16CH DVR as an example).......................................................... 8
3.1 HDD Installation...............................................................................................................................................8
3.2 Camera Connection.........................................................................................................................................9
3.3 Power Setup ....................................................................................................................................................9
3.4 Date and Time Setting .....................................................................................................................................9
3.5 Password Setting...........................................................................................................................................10
4. BASIC OPERATION (Take 16CH DVR as an example)....................................................................... 11
4.1 Live Page.......................................................................................................................................................11
4.2 Recording ......................................................................................................................................................11
4.3 Playback ........................................................................................................................................................12
4.5 Upgrade.........................................................................................................................................................12
4.6 Search ...........................................................................................................................................................13
5. MAIN MENU ........................................................................................................................... 14
5.1 Menu Configuration .......................................................................................................................................14
5.2 Menu Operation Instruction............................................................................................................................14
6. QUICK START MENU............................................................................................................ 15
6.1 Status.............................................................................................................................................................15
6.2 Manual Record ..............................................................................................................................................16
6.3 Timer..............................................................................................................................................................16
6.4 Date ...............................................................................................................................................................18
7. ADVANCED MENU (Take 16CH DVR as an example) ........................................................................ 20
7.1 Advanced Configuration.................................................................................................................................20
7.1.1 Camera................................................................................................................................................20
7.1.2 Detection .............................................................................................................................................21
7.1.3 Alert .....................................................................................................................................................22
7.1.4 Network ...............................................................................................................................................24
7.1.5 Display.................................................................................................................................................26
7.1.6 Record.................................................................................................................................................27
7.1.7 Remote (Selected Models Only)..........................................................................................................28
7.2 System Info....................................................................................................................................................29
7.3 Event Log.......................................................................................................................................................30
7.3.1 Quick Search .......................................................................................................................................30
7.3.2 Event Search .......................................................................................................................................31
7.3.3 HDD Info..............................................................................................................................................31
7.3.4 Event Log ............................................................................................................................................32
7.4 Backup...........................................................................................................................................................32

7.4.1 USB BACKUP .....................................................................................................................................33
8. REMOTE OPERATION (Take 16CH DVR as an example) .................................................................. 34
8.1 Supplied Licensed Software AP.....................................................................................................................34
8.1.1 Installation & Network Connection.......................................................................................................34
8.1.2 AP Control Panel .................................................................................................................................35
8.1.3 General AP Operation..........................................................................................................................36
8.1.4 AP Functions........................................................................................................................................38
8.2 IE Web Browser.............................................................................................................................................57
8.3 QuickTime Player...........................................................................................................................................59
APPENDIX 1 PIN CONFIGURATION ........................................................................................ 60
APPENDIX 2 COMPATIBLE USB FLASH DRIVE BRAND....................................................... 63
APPENDIX 3 COMPATIBLE HDD BRAND................................................................................ 64
APPENDIX 4 RECORDING TIME TABLE ................................................................................. 66
APPENDIX 5 TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................................................... 68
APPENDIX 6 DEFAULT VALUE ................................................................................................ 69

OVERVIEW
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1. OVERVIEW
1.1 Features
 MPEG4 Network Transmission
‧ MPEG4 web transmitting for faster transmission and clearer images via network
 Graphical and Multilingual OSD Interface
‧ Graphical and multilingual OSD Interface for easier operation
 Excellent CIF Image Quality and Performance
‧ The CIF image quality is highly improved for more clear and detailed image
 Flexible Function Control Solution with Removable Control Panel
‧ The control panel of the DVR can be removed and used as a remote controller
 VGA Output Support (Selected Models Only)
‧ Built-in VGA interface
‧ Resolution output up to 1600 x 1200
 Intelligent Channel Selection Design (Selected Models Only)
‧ In order to simplify the layout of the DVR front panel, certain 16CH DVR models uses only 8 buttons to switch the
channel display
 Multiplex operation
‧ Allow live display, record, playback, backup, and network operations at the same time
 Free upgrade to advanced functions
‧ Allow you to upgrade DVR functions without any charges
 Backup function
‧ Support USB 2.0 flash drive and network backup
 Remote surveillance
‧ Support remote surveillance up to 20 users simultaneously via the licensed software AP, Internet Explorer / Mozilla
Firefox web browser, & QuickTime player
 Intelligent motion trigger recording
‧ With the advanced functions of motion detection (4 different adjustable factors for motion detection sensitivity)
‧ Support pre-alarm recording (8MB)
 Covert recording
‧ A mask replaces the live image with a blank screen and the monitor shows nothing, but the recording is still on
 Audio Support
‧ 16CH & 8CH: Support 4 audio-in, 1 audio-out to record sounds
‧ 4CH (Fan model only): Support 1 audio-in, 1 audio-out to record sounds
 General
‧ System auto recovery after power reconnected
‧ Support auto video system detection (NTSC / PAL)
‧ Support daylight saving function
‧ Support TCP/IP, PPPOE, DHCP and DDNS network connection

OVERVIEW
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1.2 Specifications
MODEL 16CH 8CH 4CH
Video System NTSC / PAL (auto detection)
Video Compression Format MPEG4
Video Input (Composite video signal 1 Vp-p 75ΩBNC) 16 Channels 8 Channels 4 Channels
Video Output Composite video signal 1 Vp-p 75ΩBNC
VGA Interface Built-in Selected Models Only (Output resolution up to 1600 x 1200)
Maximum Recording Rate (Frame) 704×480 pixels with 30 IPS <NTSC> / 704×576 pixels with 25 IPS <PAL>
Maximum Recording Rate (Field) 704×240 pixels with 60 IPS <NTSC> / 704×288 pixels with 50 IPS <PAL>
Maximum Recording Rate (CIF) 352×240 pixels with 120 IPS <NTSC> / 352×288 pixels with 100 IPS <PAL>
Adjustable Recording Speed (Frame) 30, 15, 7, 3 IPS <NTSC> / 25, 12, 6, 3 IPS <PAL>
Adjustable Recording Speed (Field) 60, 30, 15, 7 IPS <NTSC> / 50, 25, 12, 6 IPS <PAL>
Adjustable Recording Speed (CIF) 120, 60, 30, 15 IPS <NTSC> / 100, 50, 25, 12 IPS <PAL>
Multilingual OSD YES
Image Quality Setting Best / High / Normal / Basic
Hard Disk Storage (HDDs are optional) Accommodate 2 HDDs Accommodate 1 HDD
SATA Interface Selected Models Only
HDD Quick Cleaning Quick clean up the “index system” of the recorded files (1TB under 2 seconds)
Recording Mode Manual / Timer / Motion / Alarm / Remote
Watermark YES
Refresh Rate 480 IPS for NTSC /
400 IPS for PAL
240 IPS for NTSC /
200 IPS for PAL
120 IPS for NTSC /
100 IPS for PAL
Multiplex Operation Pentaplex: live display, record, playback, backup and network
Audio I/O 4 audio inputs, 1 audio output (Mono)
Fan model only:
1 audio input, 1 audio output
(Mono)
Motion Detection Area 16 × 12 grids per camera for all channels
Motion Detection Sensitivity 4 adjustable variables with precise calculation for motion detection
Pre-alarm Recording Yes (8 MB)
Backup Device 1. USB 2.0 flash drive; 2. Network
USB Interface Front panel * 1
Web Transmitting Compression Format MPEG4
Ethernet 10/100 Base-T. Support remote control and live view via Ethernet
Remote Operation Software Licensed software AP / Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox web browser / QuickTime
*Operating System: Windows 2000, XP & Vista / Apple Mac
Network Protocol TCP/IP / PPPOE / DHCP / DDNS
IR Transmitter YES
Alarm I/O 16 inputs, 1 output 8 inputs, 1 output 4 inputs, 1 output
Picture Zoom 2X digital zoom
Key Lock YES
Video Loss Detection YES
Camera Title Support up to 6 letters
Video Adjustable Hue / Color / Contrast / Brightness
Date Display Format YY/MM/DD, DD/MM/YY, MM/DD/YY, and OFF
Daylight Saving YES
Power Source DC 19V
Power Consumption ＜64 W
Operating Temperature 10℃~ 40℃(50℉~104℉)
Dimensions (mm) 430(W) × 65(H) × 300(D) 343(W) × 59(H) × 223(D)
System Recovery System auto recovery after power failure
Optional Peripheral Keyboard Controller
*The specifications are subject to change without notice.

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1.3 Package Contents
□Digital video recorder (DVR) □HDD bracket screws (spare parts)
□Adapter and power cord □DSUB PIN connector
□Quick start & IR remote control manual □AAA size battery * 2
□CD-ROM (including manual & licensed software “Video Viewer”)
□Vertical panel sticker for remote controller (Selected Models Only)
Note: Before using the IR remote controller, please install the batteries first.

FRONT AND REAR PANELS
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2. FRONT AND REAR PANELS
2.1 Front Panel
1) LED Indication
The following LEDs will be on when:
: Power is connected
: HDD is reading or recording / HDD Full: HDD is full
: Any event alarm is triggered
: Timer recording is activated
Note: To turn off your DVR, please disconnect the power supply.
2) (USB port)
To quickly backup or upgrade firmware/OSD, you can insert a compatible USB flash drive into this USB port.
Before using the USB flash drive, please use your PC to format the USB flash drive as “FAT32” first.
Note: For the list of compatible USB flash drives, please refer to “APPENDIX 2 COMPATIBLE USB FLASH
DRIVE BRAND” at page 63.
3) IR receiving zone
If the control panel is removed from the DVR and used as a remote controller, aim the remote controller at this
area (near the USB port) to control the DVR operation.
4) (Lock mode) / (Unlock mode)
To lock the remote controller back to the DVR, switch the lock button to the left “ ” (lock mode).
To remove the control panel from the DVR and use as a remote controller, switch the lock button to the right “ ”
(unlock mode).
Note: Selected Models Only
A vertical panel sticker may be supplied within the sale package. This sticker is used when the DVR
front panel is removed from the DVR and used as a remote controller. Please place it on the
controller for operation convenience.
5) (Menu)
Press to enter / exit the quick start menu.
In the sub-layer of the advanced setting menu,
press to confirm the settings and go back to the upper layer.
6) LIVE
Press to stop the playback and return to the live mode.
7) Channel Display Selection
‧ 16CH DVR with VGA interface built-in
0 ~ 9
Under the live or playback mode, press the channel number you want for channel switch.
‧ 16CH DVR without VGA interface built-in
/ / / (Quad selection mode)
Under the live or playback mode, press one of these four buttons to select the quad display mode.

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: Display Quad 1 mode (4-cut view of CH1, CH2, CH5 and CH6). : Display Quad 2 mode (4-cut view of CH3, CH4, CH7 and CH8).
: Display Quad 3 mode (4-cut view of CH9, CH10, CH13 and CH14). : Display Quad 4 mode (4-cut view of CH11, CH12, CH15 and CH16).
/ / / (Channel selection under quad selection mode)
In the quad display mode, press one of these four buttons to select the channel display.
: Display the upper left channel of the selected quad mode. : Display the upper right channel of the selected quad mode.
: Display the lower left channel of the selected quad mode. : Display the lower right channel of the selected quad mode.
‧ 8CH DVR with VGA interface built-in
0 ~ 9
Under the live or playback mode, press the channel number you want for channel switch.
‧ 8CH DVR without VGA interface built-in
/ / / / / / / (Channel selection)
Press one of these buttons to select the channel display CH1 ~ CH8.
‧ 4CH DVR
/ / / (Channel selection)
Press one of these buttons to select the channel display CH1 ~ CH4.
8) / / or (16-cut channel display / 9-cut channel display / 4-cut channel display)
Press one of these buttons to switch the channel display.
: Display 16-cut display (for 16CH DVR).
: Display 9-cut display (for 16CH, 8CH DVR).
: Display 4-cut display (for 8CH DVR).
: Display 4-cut display (for 4CH DVR).
9) / (Quad Sequence / Full Sequence)
Press one of these buttons to activate the sequence mode.
: Press to activate the Quad Sequence mode and press again to exit. (Selected Models Only)
: Press to activate the Full Sequence mode and press again to exit.
10)
1
2
3/
4
5
6/
7
8
9/
0
A
B(Number buttons for password entering)
Use these four buttons to enter the DVR password.
11) /
Use these two buttons to select the live or playback sound of the audio channels.
Live audio of the 1st audio channel Playback audio of the 1st audio channel
Live audio of the 2nd audio channel Playback audio of the 2nd audio channel
Live audio of the 3rd audio channel Playback audio of the 3rd audio channel
Live audio of the 4th audio channel Playback audio of the 4th audio channel
The audio channel is not selected.
Note: If you want to make a video backup with audio, please connect audio cameras to the channels
which support the audio function
For 16CH & 8CH DVR, the audio channels are CH1, CH2, CH3 and CH4.
For 4CH DVR with a fan built-in, the audio channel is CH1.

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12) (Key lock)
Press to lock keys on the DVR front panel.
13) (Digital zoom)
Press to enlarge the image of the selected channel.
14) ▲/ ▼/ ◄/ ►
Press one of these direction buttons to move the cursor up/down/left/right.
Under the DVR menu mode, these direction buttons can use for the following operation:
▲▼: Make the selection / Change the settings
◄►: Go to the upper layer or sub-layer / Make the selection
15) (Enter)
Confirm the password entering.
In the advanced menu, press to confirm the settings and go back to the upper layer.
16) LIST (Event List Search)
To quick search the recorded files by event list, press to show all types of the event lists.
ALARM List the information of the alarm-trigger-recorded files.
MANUAL List the information of the manual-recorded files. The DVR will save one recorded file once any recording setting is changed.
MOTION List the information of the motion-trigger-recorded files.
SYSTEM List the information of the system-recorded files. The DVR system will save one recorded file every one hour.
TIMER List the information of the timer-recorded files.
17) LATEST
Press to playback the latest recorded video.
18) STOP
Press to stop playback and return to the live mode.
19) SLOW
Under the playback mode, press to slowly playback the recorded file (by 1/4 speed or 1/8 speed).
20) ◄◄ / /►►
Under the playback mode, press these buttons to fast rewind / pause / fast forward the playback file.

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2.2 Rear Panel
1) INPUT (1 ~ 16CH / 1 ~ 8CH / 1 ~ 4CH)
Connect to video sources, such as cameras.
Note: The DVR will automatically detect the video system of the camera, please make sure that the
cameras are properly connected to the DVR and power-supplied before the DVR is turned on.
Note: If you want to make a video backup with audio, please connect audio cameras to the channels
which support the audio function.
For 16CH & 8CH DVR, the audio channels are CH1, CH2, CH3 and CH4.
For 4CH DVR with a fan built-in, the audio channel is CH1.
2) MONITOR
Connect to a CRT monitor for video output.
3) Audio IN
Connect to audio sources, such as cameras equipped with the audio function.
When users start recording, the audio input will also be recorded with corresponding video channel.
Note: The audio source connected to the “Audio 1” will be recorded with the video of the “CH1”.
The audio source connected to the “Audio 2” will be recorded with the video of the “CH2”.
The audio source connected to the “Audio 3” will be recorded with the video of the “CH3”.
The audio source connected to the “Audio 4” will be recorded with the video of the “CH4”.
4) Audio OUT
Connect to a monitor or speaker with 1 mono audio output.
5) IR
Connect the IR receiver extension line for remote control.
6) EXTERNAL I/O
Insert the supplied 25 / 15 PIN DSUB to this port for connecting external devices (external alarm, etc).
For detailed I/O port PIN configuration, please refer to “APPENDIX 1 PIN CONFIGURATION” at page 60.
7) LAN
Connect to Internet by LAN cable.
8) LINK ACT.
When your DVR is connected to the Internet, this LED will be on.
9) DC 19V
Connect to the supplied adapter.
10) RS485 (Selected Models Only)
Connect to external devices (such as speed dome cameras) with RS485-A and RS485-B wires.
11) VGA (Selected Models Only)
Connect to a TFT monitor directly.
12) Fan (Selected Models Only)
The fan equipment is optional.

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3. CONNECTIONS AND SETUP (Take 16CH DVR as an example)
3.1 HDD Installation
The HDDs must be installed before the DVR is turned on.
Step 1: Loose the screws on the upper cover and open the upper cover of the DVR.
Step 2: Screw out the L-shape HDD brackets. Two brackets are used to secure a HDD, and there are four of them.
Step 3: Get at least one compatible HDD.
If your DVR supports IDE HDDs, set the HDD mode to Master or Slave depending on where the HDD will be
installed. For details, please refer to the illustration below.
Note: HDD mode setting rule:
Master if you want to install the HDD to the place near the back panel;
Slave if you want to install the HDD to the place near the front panel.
If your DVR supports SATA HDDs, please skip to Step 4.
Step 4: Attach the bracket to one side of the HDD, and align the screw holes of the bracket with the HDD’s screw holes.
Screw the HDD onto the HDD bracket, two screws for each side. Then, do the same thing to the other side of
the HDD.
Step 5: If your DVR supports IDE HDDs, connect the HDD to the power connector and IDE BUS (make sure to align
the HDD precisely for pin connection).
Make sure the HDD mode is set to “Master” or “Slave” as indicated below for the IDE BUS connection.
If your DVR supports SATA HDDs, connect the HDD with the data bus and power cable as indicated below.
Step 6: Screw the two HDD brackets back to the DVR base.
Step 7: Close the upper cover of the DVR, and fasten all the screws you loosened in Step 1.

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3.2 Camera Connection
The cameras must be connected and power-supplied BEFORE the DVR is turned on. The DVR will automatically
detect the video system of the connected camera(s) (NTSC / PAL), and switch itself to the correct system.
Connect the camera with the indicated power supply, and connect the camera video output to the DVR video input
port with a coaxial cable or RCA lines with BNC connectors.
Note: For detailed DVR video input / output ports, please refer to “2.2 Rear Panel” at page 7.
For detailed camera operation, please refer to its own manual.
Note: If you want to make a video backup with audio, please connect audio cameras to the channels
which support the audio function
For 16CH & 8CH DVR, the audio channels are CH1, CH2, CH3 and CH4.
For 4CH DVR with a fan built-in, the audio channel is CH1.
3.3 Power Setup
This device should be operated only with the type of power source indicated on the manufacturer’s label. Connect
the indicated AC power cord to the power adapter, and plug into an electrical outlet. Power LED “ ” will be on as blue.
It takes approximately 10 to 15 seconds to boot the system.
Note: To ensure that your DVR works constantly and properly, it's recommended to use an UPS,
Uninterruptible Power Supply, for continuously operation. (Optional)
3.4 Date and Time Setting
Before operating your DVR, please set the date and time on your DVR FIRST.
Note: Please DO NOT change the date or time of your DVR after the recording function is activated.
Otherwise, the recorded data will be disordered and you will not be able to find the recorded file
to backup by time search. If users change the date or time accidentally when the recording
function is activated, it’s recommended to clear all HDD data, and start recording again.
Note: For the first time to use the DVR, please charge the DVR for at least 48 hours continuously after the
date & time is set correctly.
Press , and enter the password to go to the quick-start menu list. The default admin password is 0000. Move to
, and you can set the date / time / daylight saving in this menu list.

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QUICK START
CHANNEL TITLE ON
EVENT STATUS ON
DATE DISPLAY ON
IMAGE SIZE CIF
QUALITY BEST
IMAGE PER SECOND 120
RECORD TIMER OFF
DETECTION TIMER OFF
DATE 2007 / AUG / 08 21 : 30 : 00
FORMAT Y / M / D
DAYLIGHT SAVING OFF
ADVANCE uv SELECT sBACK tNEXT ENTER
3.5 Password Setting
Press and enter the password to go to the quick-start menu list. And then move to “ADVANCE” to enter the
advanced setting menu.
In the “ADVANCE” menu, move to “ SYSTEM INFO ”. Select “PASSWORD” and press to enter the
submenu to set the password (four digits). The default admin password is 0000.
SYSTEM INFO
SERIAL TYPE RS485
BAUD RATE 2400
HOST ID 0
PASSWORD XXXX
RESET DEFAULT RESET
CLEAR HDD HDD-MASTER-1
UPGRADE START
AUTO KEYLOCK (SEC) 30
LANGUAGE ENGLISH
VIDEO FORMAT NTSC
VERSION 1248-1012-1035-1018-M1-6C1B
PLEASE CONSULT YOUR INSTALLER FOR ADVANCE SETTINGS
uv SELECT sBACK tNEXT ENTER

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4. BASIC OPERATION (Take 16CH DVR as an example)
4.1 Live Page
In this live page of the DVR, you can see the live viewing of 1- / 4- / 9- / 16-cut screen.
Icon Function Icon Function Icon Function Icon Function
Key lock Key unlock
1st live audio
channel
2nd live audio
channel
3rd live audio
channel
4th live audio
channel
1st playback audio
channel
2nd playback audio
channel
3rd playback audio
channel
4th playback audio
channel
Audio channel
unselected Digital zoom mode
Digital zoom
unselected Timer recording Motion Recording
Alarm
HDD overwrite
(Selected Model Only)
4.2 Recording
When the recording and the pre-alarm function are activated, this device will overwrite 8GB data from the oldest
for continuous recording without notice.
1) Continuous Recording Icon
When the DVR is properly connected with camera, you can see the icon “ ” (recording) on the screen.
2) Event Recording Icon
When the motion / alarm detection is activated, once motion or external alarm happens, you will see the icon
“ ” (motion) or “ ” (external alarm) on the screen.
3) Timer Recording Icon
When the timer record is activated, you will see the icon “ ” (timer) on the screen.
Note: The audio source connected to the “Audio 1” will be recorded with the video of the “CH1”.
The audio source connected to the “Audio 2” will be recorded with the video of the “CH2”.
The audio source connected to the “Audio 3” will be recorded with the video of the “CH3”.
The audio source connected to the “Audio 4” will be recorded with the video of the “CH4”.
Note: A new log will be added in the system log when the HDD data is overwritten or the recording starts
after DVR reboots.

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4.3 Playback
Press “LATEST” on the DVR control panel, and the device will playback the latest recorded video.
Note: There must be at least 8192 images of recorded data for playback to work properly. If not, the
device will stop playback. For example, if the IPS is set to 30, the recording time should be at least
273 seconds (8192 images / 30 IPS) for the playback to work properly.
1) Fast Forward (►►) / Fast Rewind (◄◄)
You can increase the speed for fast forward and rewind on this device. In the playback mode:
Press “►►“ once to get 4X speed forward and press twice to get 8X speed, etc. And the maximum speed is 32X.
Press “◄◄“ once to get 4X speed rewind and press twice to get 8X speed, etc. And the maximum speed is 32X.
Note: During playback, the image size of the recording (Frame, Field or CIF) will be shown on the screen.
2) Pause ( ) / Image Jog
Press “ ” to pause the playback.
In the Pause mode:
Press “►►” once to get one frame forward.
Press “◄◄” once to get one frame rewind.
3) Stop
Press “STOP” under playback mode, and the screen of this device will return to live monitoring mode.
4) Slow Playback
Press “SLOW” to get 1/4X speed playback and press twice to get 1/8X speed playback.
5) Audio Playback ( / )
Use these two buttons to select the live or playback sound of the audio channels.
Live audio of the 1st audio channel Playback audio of the 1st audio channel
Live audio of the 2nd audio channel Playback audio of the 2nd audio channel
Live audio of the 3rd audio channel Playback audio of the 3rd audio channel
Live audio of the 4th audio channel Playback audio of the 4th audio channel
The audio channel is not selected.
Note: If you want to make a video backup with audio, please connect audio cameras to the channels
which support the audio function
For 16CH & 8CH DVR, the audio channels are CH1, CH2, CH3 and CH4.
For 4CH DVR with a fan built-in, the audio channel is CH1.
4.5 Upgrade
Note: Do not disconnect the power of your DVR while the upgrade process is in progress, or the DVR
functions may not work properly or be unable to use.
‧ Firmware / Multilanguage OSD Upgrade
1) Use USB to upgrade firmware or OSD:
Step 1. Format the USB memory device as FAT 32 format first.
Step 2. Get the upgrade files from your distributor, and save the upgrade files in your USB flash device (do not
change the file name).
Step 3. Insert your USB flash drive into the USB port. Wait till the DVR detects your USB flash drive.

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Step 3. Press “MENU”, and move to “ADVANCE” l“ ” (SYSTEM INFO). Select “UPGRADE” l“START”, and
press “ ”.
Step 4. Select “YES”, and press to confirm the upgrade.
2) Use AP software to remotely upgrade firmware or OSD:
Step 1. Save the upgrade files at your PC (do not change the file name), and log into the Video Viewer.
Step 2. Click “ ” (Miscellaneous Control) to show the miscellaneous control panel. In the miscellaneous control
panel, click “ ” (Tools) on the miscellaneous control panel to enter the upgrade window.
Step 3. Enter the user name, password, IP address and port number of the DVR.
Step 4. Click “Firmware” or “Language” tab as needed, and click “Add” to select the firmware or OSD files to
upgrade.
Step 5. Click “Update Firmware” or “Update Language” to start the upgrade.
Note: For remote upgrade details, please see “Tools” at page 51.
4.6 Search
1) Search by List
Press “LIST” on the DVR control panel to show the list for all types of the recorded files. Choose the list you want
to view and press to start playback.
ALARM List the information of the alarm-trigger-recorded files.
MANUAL List the information of the manual-recorded files. The DVR will save one recorded file once any recording
setting is changed
MOTION List the information of the motion-trigger-recorded files.
SYSTEM List the information of the system-recorded files. The DVR system will save one recorded file every one
hour.
TIMER List the information of the timer-recorded files.
2) Search by Time
In the “ ” (EVENT LOG) menu list, move to “QUICK SEARCH”, and press to enter the quick search menu.
You can search any specific events by time (Year / Month / Day / Hour / Min) and directly play the file you find.
3) Search the Record Event on Video Viewer
Click “ ” (Miscellaneous Control) to show the miscellaneous control panel. In the miscellaneous control panel,
click “ ” (Status List) to enter the “Status List” page. In this page, you can see the list of three different types
of recording (User / Motion / Alarm) and click “Play” to directly playback the file.

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5. MAIN MENU
5.1 Menu Configuration
CHANNEL TITLE
EVENT STATUS
STATUS
DISK DISPLAY
IMAGE SIZE
QUALITY
RECORD
IMAGE PER SECOND
RECORD TIMER
TIMER DETECTION TIMER
DATE
FORMAT
QUICK START MENU
DATE
DAYLIGHT SAVING
CAMERA
DETECTION
ALERT
NETWORK
DISPLAY
RECORD
ADVANCE CONFIG
REMOTE (Selected Models Only)
SERIAL TYPE
BAUD RATE
HOST ID
PASSWORD
RESET DEFAULT
CLEAR HDD
UPGRADE
AUTO KEYLOCK (SEC)
LANGUAGE
VIDEO FORMAT
SYSTEM CONFIG
VERSION
QUICK SEARCH
EVENT SEARCH
HDD INFO
EVENT LOG
EVENT LOG
ADVANCED MENU
BACKUP USB BACKUP
5.2 Menu Operation Instruction
ITEM FUNCTION
QUICK START MENU: View & change the settings of the quick start menu items.
MENU Enter / exit the quick start menu
▲▼Make the selection / Change the setting
◄►Go to the upper layer or sub-layer / Make the selection
ENTER Confirm the password entering
ADVANCED MENU: In the quick start menu, move to “ ”, and press “▼” to enter the advanced
setting menu.
ENTER Go to the sub-layer of the advanced menu
MENU Under the sub-layer of the advanced setting menu, use this button to confirm the
settings and go back to the upper layer.
tNEXT Move to this item and press to go the next page.
sBACK Move to this item and press to go the previous page.
Other operations in the advanced menu are the same as in the quick start menu.

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6. QUICK START MENU
Press and enter the password to go to the quick-start menu list. The default admin password is 0000. Users
can change the password later. Please refer to “7.2 System Info” at page 29.
6.1 Status
In this menu list, you can check and change some display settings.
Move to and you will see the following screen:
QUICK START
CHANNEL TITLE ON
EVENT STATUS ON
DATE DISPLAY ON
IMAGE SIZE CIF
QUALITY BEST
IMAGE PER SECOND 120
RECORD TIMER OFF
DETECTION TIMER OFF
DATE 2007 / AUG / 08 21 : 30 : 00
FORMAT Y / M / D
DAYLIGHT SAVING OFF
ADVANCE uv SELECT sBACK tNEXT ENTER
The submenu items are described below:
1) CHANNEL TITLE
Select to display the channel title or not (ON / OFF).
2) EVENT STATUS
Select to display the symbols of the event or not (ON / OFF).
3) DATE DISPLAY
Select to display the date or not (ON / OFF)

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6.2 Manual Record
In this menu list, you can set record settings.
Move to and you will see the following screen:
QUICK START
CHANNEL TITLE ON
EVENT STATUS ON
DATE DISPLAY ON
IMAGE SIZE CIF
QUALITY BEST
IMAGE PER SECOND 120
RECORD TIMER OFF
DETECTION TIMER OFF
DATE 2007 / AUG / 08 21 : 30 : 00
FORMAT Y / M / D
DAYLIGHT SAVING OFF
ADVANCE uv SELECT sBACK tNEXT ENTER
The submenu items are described below:
1) IMAGE SIZE
Select one of the image sizes: FRAME, Field or CIF.
2) QUALITY
Select one of the 4 quality options: BEST, HIGH, NORMAL and BASIC.
3) IMAGE PER SECOND
Select the images per second for MANUAL RECORD.
6.3 Timer
In this menu list, you can schedule different sets of time for recording and detection function.