i3 International Veo 12016N User manual

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120XXN-Series

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Precautions............................................................................................
Description ............................................................................................
Features ................................................................................................
Models .................................................................................
System Contents....................................................................
Overview of the System .........................................................................
Veo 120XXN Controls .............................................................................
Controls on the Front Panel of the Veo 120XXN ........................
Connection Ports on the Back Panel of the Veo 120XXN ............
Operating the Veo 12008N/12016N with the Mouse .................
Operating the Veo 120XXN with the Remote Control.................
Before You Begin ...................................................................................
Starting and Stopping the Veo 120XXN ...................................
System Context Menu (Veo 12008N/12016N)...........................
Choosing a User Account ........................................................
Main Window Overview .........................................................................
Changing the Display Mode .....................................................
Sequencing Mode ..................................................................
Adjusting Menu Settings .........................................................
OSD (On-Screen-Display) menu ................................
Monitor menu .......................................................
Sequence menu .....................................................
Spot-out menu ......................................................
Camera menu .......................................................
Audio menu ..........................................................
Buzzer menu .........................................................
System menu ........................................................
Event/Sensor menu.................................................
Disk Manage menu ................................................
Record menu .........................................................
Archiving menu ......................................................
Adding Users/Changing Passwords ...........................................................
Controlling Cameras from the Veo 120XXN ..............................................
Pan, Tilt and Zoom Controls ....................................................
Adjusting the Focus or Iris on a Camera ....................................
Working With Presets ............................................................
Modifying Recording Schedules ...............................................................
Setting Up Timer/Motion-Based Recording and Parameters ........
Setting Up Alarm-Based Recording and Parameters ...................
Setting Up Motion Detection Recording Regions.........................
Working With Recorded Video .................................................................
Searching for Video ................................................................
Playing Recorded Video Using the Front Panel/Remote Control....
Backing Up Video ...................................................................
Factory Default Settings .........................................................................
Exporting/Importing System Settings ........................................................
Viewing Video With Windows™ Media Player™..........................................
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50 User Management - Adding/Editing User Menu ..........................................
51 PTZ Control Menu... ...............................................................................
52 Focus/Iris Control Menu ..........................................................................
53 Timer/Motion Recording Menu .................................................................
54 Recording Parameters Setup ...................................................................
55 Timer/Motion Setup - Schedule Type Selection ..........................................
56 All 16 Channels Record Continuously ........................................................
57 All 16 Channels Record Based on Motion ..................................................
58 Alarm Recording Menu ...........................................................................
59 Motion Sensor Camera Menu ..................................................................
60 Motion Detection Region Window ............................................................
61 Motion Detection Region Setup ...............................................................
62 Search by Time Menu ............................................................................
63 Search by Event Menu ............................................................................
64 Search by Event, Results Window ............................................................
65 Video Control Buttons ............................................................................
66 Jog/Shuttle Dial With Hold Button ...........................................................
67 Archiving Menu .....................................................................................
68 Archive Files List ....................................................................................
69 Writing Backup Data Onto Media ............................................................
70 System Management Menu ....................................................................
71 Windows Screen ...................................................................................
72 Codec Installation Wizard ........................................................................
73 Enabling Video Captions .........................................................................
74 Windows Media Player AVI Video Captions ...............................................
LIST OF TABLES
A User Accounts and Access Levels ..................................................................
B Settings for Recording Video ........................................................................
C Image Sizes and Maximum Recording Rates ...................................................
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LIST OF FIGURES
1 Package Contents .................................................................................
2 Connecting Devices to the Veo 120XXN ..................................................
3 Connecting Veo Systems Across the Internet ...........................................
4 Front Panel of the Veo 12004N ..............................................................
5 Front Panel of the Veo 12008N ..............................................................
6 Front Panel of the Veo 12016N ..............................................................
7 Back Panel of the Veo 12004N ....................................................................
8 Back Panel of the Veo 12008N ....................................................................
9 Back Panel of the Veo 12016N ....................................................................
10 Remote Control Operation ...................................................................
11 Logging In as the Administrator ............................................................
12 Shutdown Screen ...............................................................................
13 System Context Menu .........................................................................
14 Veo 120XXN Main Window .................................................................
15 Screen Display Modes .........................................................................
16 Main Menu - General ..........................................................................
17 OSD Display Menu ..............................................................................
18 Monitor Display Menu .........................................................................
19 Sequence Display Menu .......................................................................
20 Add New Sequence Display Menu .........................................................
21 Spot Out Display Menu ........................................................................
22 General Camera Menu ........................................................................
23 Camera Title Menu .............................................................................
24 Virtual Keyboard .................................................................................
25 Virtual Keyboard Instructions ................................................................
26 Colour Setup Camera Menu ..................................................................
27 Colour Adjustment Window ..................................................................
28 PTZ Setup Camera Menu .....................................................................
29 PTZ Property Window .........................................................................
30 Motion Sensor Camera Menu ...............................................................
31 Audio Sound Menu .............................................................................
32 Buzzer Sound Menu .............................................................................
33 System Menu .....................................................................................
34 Date/Time System Menu .....................................................................
35 Overlapped Date Erased Display ...........................................................
36 Network Menu ...................................................................................
37 Mail System Menu ..............................................................................
38 User Management System Menu ..........................................................
39 System Management System Menu ......................................................
40 Control Device System Menu ................................................................
41 Alarm Out Event/Sensor Menu ............................................................
42 Buzzer Out Event/Sensor Menu .............................................................
43 Email Notification Event/Sensor Menu ...................................................
44 Disk Manage Menu .............................................................................
45 Recording Operations Menu .................................................................
46 Timer/Motion Setup ...........................................................................
47 Alarm Setup........................................................................................
48 Main Menu - Archiving ........................................................................
49 Archiving Menu ..................................................................................
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PRECAUTIONS
Please read before operating the Veo Digital Video Management System (DVMS).
The following precautions MUST be observed in order to prevent personal injury and/or damage to the
Veo DVMS.
Please avoid these conditions when selecting a storage location for your system:
• Excessive heat, such as direct sunlight or heating appliances
• Moisture, dust, and smoke
• Magnetic fields or electrical waves
• Temperature below 0º C or 32º F
• Obstruction to the system’s ventilation hole
• Uneven surfaces and surfaces where the system may be subjected to vibration
!WARNING:
• Do not attempt to dismantle or disassemble the DVMS
• Do not use without Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS). Failing to use UPS will result in voided
warranty.
• Do not attempt to repair the DVMS. Contact your dealer/installer for technical support and/or
repairs.
• Do not drop the system or subject the system to strong vibration.
• Do not unplug the system without turning the power off first.
• Do not use the power cords and extension cords without a ground connection
!WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSION
!WARNING:
To avoid electric shock, turn off and unplug the unit while connecting devices to the Veo 120XXN.
Adequate ventilation is required for proper operation of the Veo 120XXN. Allow two inches of space
above the unit and on each side for air circulation.
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• There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with the incorrect type
of battery.
• Only a certified technician should attempt replacing the battery inside the
system.
• Check the lithium battery polarity before installing.
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DESCRIPTION
The Veo 120XXN Series digital video recorder (DVR) is a professional, yet easy to use digital video
recorder that replaces the traditional VCR and multiplexer combination by offering the excellence and
flexibility of the latest digital video recording advancements.
One of the critical benefits of the Veo 120XXN is the usage of MPEG-4 video compression, which not
only allows the user the ability to view and control the DVR over the wide area network but also results
in a smaller video file sizes. The smaller file sizes, in turn, allow for longer storage times as compared
with other digital video compression technologies.
Additionally, the Veo 120XXN Series allows recording video at resolutions up to 704x480, which yields
sharp and clear images, creating high quality footage for later use and retrieval. Full-motion video can
be recorded in CIF resolution (352x240 NTSC, 352x288 PAL), since Veo 120XXN Series supports the
recording speed of up to 120 frames per second. Moreover, this unit allows customizing the recording
frame rate individually for each video input. This, in turn, ensures that the specific custom requirements
for length of video retention for each given installation are met. For investigation or archiving purposes,
video recordings can be easily exported to external storage, such as DVD-R, CD-R or USB flash.
With the ability to control pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) cameras such as the daVinci domes, the Veo 120XXN has
the potential to become a powerful control tool in any surveillance installation. In addition, this DVR
can trigger video recording and/or alarms based on motion or external contacts, which transforms Veo
120XXN into an automated monitoring and notification device.
This versatile unit offers the choice of VGA, S-Video and composite main monitor outputs. The main
monitor output can be configured to display video inputs in MUX mode (quad screen) or in sequential
mode (full screen). This DVR’s spot monitor can serve as an effective control and as a deterrent to
potential perpetrators.
In conclusion, the Veo 120XXN is designed to meet the performance and reliability expectations of the
security industry professionals. Combining invaluable security features such as the ability to capture log
entries for any changes to the system, and user access management, the Veo 120XXN series represents
the entry-level digital video recorder capable of protecting assets and people.
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FEATURES
• 4-, 8-, or 16-channel full duplex digital video recorder
• 4-channel audio inputs with one audio output
• MPEG-4 compression
• Up to 704 x 480 Recording Resolution
• Up to 120 images per second recording rate at 352 x 240 resolution
• Independent channel resolution, quality, and frame rate settings
• Full-function remote agent with administration functions
• Up to 640 GB (Veo 12004N) or 2 TB (Veo 12008N/12016N) internal storage
• Support for continuous, motion, and scheduled recording for maximum utilization of hard disk drives
• Local or remote PTZ control via Pelco D protocol
• 4 alarm inputs, 1 relay output
• Main monitor output configurable for multiple-camera displays for live and playback video
• Spot monitor for public view displays
MODELS
Model Number: Veo 12004N
Camera Input: 4
Description: 4-channel digital video recorder with 320 GB of storage space and 1 DVD/CD writer device
Model Number: Veo 12008N
Camera Input: 8
Description: 8-channel digital video recorder with 500 GB of storage space and 1 DVD/CD writer device
Model Number: Veo 12016N
Camera Input: 16
Description: 16-channel digital video recorder with 500 GB of storage space and 1 DVD/CD writer
device
SYSTEM CONTENTS
Figure 1. Package Contents
Shipping Box Veo 120XXN Series Operation Manual
(this manual)
2 x AAA Batteries
for Remote Control Remote Control
12 VDC Adapter Resource CD with Client
Software and Manual
Standard Power
Cord (110 VAC)
USB Mouse
(Shipped only with Veo 12008N/12016N)
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OVERVIEW OF THE SYSTEM
The Veo 120XXN unit serves as the center point of the video surveillance system, to which remote
client computers can be connected. Please note that a maximum of four client computers can be con-
nected to a single Veo 120XXN unit at each given time. Figure 3 illustrates the network connectivity
for Veo 120XXN. As per the diagram, remote computers can be connected either directly to the Veo
120XXN via router or remotely over the network. Please refer to Figure 3 for an example on how one
or more computers can be connected to the Veo 120XXN over the Internet.
Figure 2 shows the maximum number of cameras and alarm sensors that can be connected to the Veo
120XXN system. Veo 120XXN also allows for a number of spot monitors to be connected to the system
for live viewing of the video inputs.
The Veo 120XXN supports two types of backup devices: CD/DVD burner and a USB flash memory
device, which can be connected via USB port on the front system panel.
Figure 2. Connecting Devices to the Veo 120XXN
Figure 3. Connecting Veo 120XXN Systems Across the Internet
NETWORK
CLIENT PC
xDSL MODEM
ROUTER
MONITOR
CLIENT PC
VEO 120XXN
ALARM SENSOR #1-4
CAMERAS
#1-4 (Veo 12004N)
#1-8 (Veo 12008N)
#1-16 (Veo 12016N)
MONITOR
AV MONITOR
DVD-RW
USB KEY
REMOTE
CONTROLLER
NETWORK
REMOTE CLIENT PC
(VEO REMOTE)
IMAGE PRINTER
AVI
BACKUP
VEO 120XX
USB MOUSE
(12008N/12016N)
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VEO 120XXN CONTROLS
CONTROLS ON THE FRONT PANEL OF THE VEO 120XXN
The buttons on the front panel of the unit are used to control PTZ and camera focus, to enter menus
and adjust settings on the Veo 120XXN, and to search for and play back video. Refer to Figures 4-6 for
the locations of the buttons on the front panel.
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Figure 4. Front Panel of Veo 12004N.
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Figure 5. Front Panel of Veo 12008N.
Figure 6. Front Panel of Veo 12016N.
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No. Function
1. USB port: USB port for the USB flash memory device and USB HDD backup.
On Veo 12008N/12016N models, USB port is also used to connect the USB mouse.
2. Rewind: Plays the video in reserve at a fast speed. In the PTZ/FOCUS control mode, this
button allows user to zoom out.
3. Reverse playback: Plays the video in reverse with normal speed or navigates the system
menus (left).
4. Increase playback speed: Increases the playback speed (forward or reverse) or navigates
the system menus (up).
5. Play forward: Plays the video forward with normal speed or navigates the system menus
(right).
6. Fast forward: Plays the video forward at a fast speed. In the PTZ/FOCUS control mode,
this button allows user to zoom in.
7. Channel selection buttons: Selects the available channels or allows entering the user
password. The number of channel selection buttons will vary based on Veo model.
LED Indicators: Indicates present system status:
PWR: Power – system on/off,
REC: Record – video recording on/off,
NET: Network – when remote clients are connected to the system this LED is lit green.
ALM: Alarm – alarm sensor on/off
8. JOG HOLD: Jog Shuttle hold. Adjust the playback speed with Jog Shuttle, then press
HOLD button to hold the current speed.
9. RETURN: Returns to the previous menu or cancels action.
10. PAUSE: Freezes the video recording playback and displays the current video frame.
11. Decrease playback speed: Decreases the playback speed (forward or reverse) or navigates
the system menus (down).
12. ENTER: Enters the menu/submenu or confirms action.
13. SCREEN MODE/DISPLAY: Selects screen mode between split screen division or full screen
modes. Depending on a Veo model, the following split screen divisions will be available: full
screen, 4-, 6-, 8-, 9-, 13-, or 16 split screen division.
14. SEARCH: Displays the search mode for video data searching.
15. MENU/SETUP: Displays the system menu.
16. PTZ/FOCUS: Displays the camera PTZ/FOCUS control mode.
17. JOG SHUTTLE: Controls the playback (forward or reverse) speed. Turn the dial clockwise
to increase the forward playback speed, turn the dial counter clockwise to increase the
reverse playback speed. The following playback speeds are available: x1, x2, x,4, x8, x16,
x32, and x64.
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CONNECTION PORTS ON THE BACK PANEL OF THE VEO 120XXN
To determine how to connect devices to the unit, please refer to the diagrams of the rear panels of the
Veo 120XXN-series units (Figures 7-9).
Figure 7. Back Panel of Veo 12004N.
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No. Function
1. VIDEO IN: BNC Input for Cameras. The number of BNC Inputs will depend on the Veo
model and will vary between 4, 8 and 16.
2. LOOP OUT: BNC Loop out for Cameras 1-4. Available only on Veo 12004N.
3. Monitor Out: BNC Output Video to AV Monitor.
4. Spot Out: BNC Spot-out Video to AV Monitor.
5. NTSC/PAL: Video mode selector. Available only on Veo 12004N. Veo 12008N/12016N
models have an automatic built-in NTSC/PAL selector.
6. VGA OUT: Video Output to a VGA Monitor.
7. SVHS: Output Video via S-Video Connector. Available only on Veo 12004N.
8. Audio Out: RCA Audio Output.
9. Audio In: RCA Audio Inputs. The number of RCA Audio Inputs will depend on the Veo
model: Veo 12004N has 4 audio inputs, Veo 12008N/12016N has 2 audio inputs.
10. Ethernet (TCP/IP): RJ45 connector for Network Connection.
11. Alarm/Relay/RS-485: Terminals for Sensor, Relay, & PTZ connection.
12. RS-232C: Connect Port for Program Debug. Available only on Veo 12004N.
13. DC Power Input: Power Supply by DC 12V Adaptor.
Veo 12008N/12016N models can be operated with the USB mouse that is included with the unit. Note
that there is only one USB port available on each unit, which means that if the user wants to backup
their data onto a USB storage media, the USB mouse must first be unplugged.
To access the unit’s menu, right-click on the main screen. Use the mouse to highlight and select menu
options, to define motion detection area, etc.
NOTE USB mouse is not included and is not
supported by Veo 12004N models.
OPERATING THE VEO 12008N/12016N WITH THE MOUSE
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OPERATING THE VEO 120XXN WITH THE REMOTE CONTROL
Figure 10 describes the buttons on the Veo 120XXN remote control. Most buttons have a corresponding
button/function on the front panel of the unit. Buttons that are not usable are not described. The tone
sound for remote control and front panel buttons can be enabled/disabled in the system menu as per
customer preference.
Please note that if several Veo 120XXN units are located close together, the remote control might
operate more than one unit. Ensure that the Veo 120XXN units are located away from one another.
No. Function
1. PWR: Power button. Turns the system on or off.
2. RETURN: Returns to the previous menu or cancels action.
3. SETUP: Displays the system setup.
4. Channel selection buttons: Selects the available channel(s) up to a maximum of 16
depending on the model) or allows entering the user password. To enter channel number 10
and above, press the ‘1-’ button first, followed by a second digit (0-6).
5. ENTER: Enters the menu/submenu or confirms action.
6. Direction control buttons: The functions of these buttons correspond exactly to the similar
buttons on the front panel of the system. Please refer to page 8 of this manual
for more information.
7. DISP: Selects screen mode between split screen division or full screen modes. Depending
on a Veo model, the following split screen divisions will be available: full screen, 4-, 6-, 8-,
9-, 13-, or 16- split screen division.
8. SEARCH: Displays the search mode for video data searching.
9. PTZ/FOCUS: Displays the camera PTZ/FOCUS control mode.
Figure 10. Remote Control Operation
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
This manual describes the menus of the Veo 120XXN and provides instructions on how to control PTZ
movement and focus cameras, how to search for, play back, and back up video directly from the Veo
120XXN. The manual also provides instructions on how to configure your Veo 120XXN unit and how to
review exported (backed-up) video recording in the Windows Media Player application.
STARTING AND STOPPING THE VEO 120XXN
The first time you start the Veo 120XXN, you must log in as the administrator. The default password
is 1234. For information on how to add/change passwords, refer to Adding Users/Changing Password on
page 28. A maximum of four users may be logged on simultaneously through the remote client.
To start the Veo 120XXN
1. Press any button on the front panel of the Veo 120XXN, or press the PWR button on the remote
control, if the unit is not already running. The Menu screen appears and the appears and the
ADMIN user is selected.
2. If desired, press the up or down arrow to select a different user ID (only the ADMIN will appear at
first power-on of the unit)
3. Press the channel buttons on the front panel or numbered buttons on the remote control to enter
your password, and then press ENTER button. Unless it has been changed, the default password is
1234.
To stop the Veo 120XXN
1. Using the remote control, press the PWR button. Using the USB mouse (if applicable), right-click
on the main screen and select the SHUTDOWN option from the context menu. The Shutdown
prompt screen will appear.
2. Using the front panel buttons or the remote control, enter the administrator password (Default
Password is 1234). If there are multiple administrators, choose the appropriate account and enter
the password. The unit will shut down and then turn off.
Figure 11. Logging In as the Administrator
Figure 12. Shutdown Screen
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CHOOSING A USER ACCOUNT
The Veo 120XXN provides user accounts for different types of users. There are three access levels available:
User, Manager, and Administrator. Depending on what actions the user needs to perform while logged into
the Veo 120XXN, the proper account level should be chosen that offers the required level of access. The
following table describes the access levels for each user type for Veo 120XXN as well as the Remote Client
software.
Table A. User Accounts and Access Levels
User Account Veo 120XXN Remote Client Software
User • View live video
• Change the screen display mode
• Control cameras (PTZ, focus, and iris)
• View live video
• Change the screen display mode
• Control cameras (PTZ, focus, and iris)
• Adjust color
• Control audio
• Save video to the local drive
• Change network connection settings
Manager • All user access
• Search for recorded video
• Backup video to CD/DVD or USB flash
drive
• All user access
• Search for recorded video
• Back up video to CD/DVD or USB
flash drive
Administrator • Complete access to all Veo 120XXN
system settings and functions
• Complete access to all Veo 120XXN
system settings and functions
SYSTEM CONTEXT MENU (VEO 12008N/12016N)
System context menu is available on Veo 12008N and 12016N models through mouse right-click on the
main screen. System context menu allows quick access to the system’s most used functions. To access
the system context menu, position the mouse cursor on the main screen and right-click.
Context Menu Options:
SETUP*: Select to access system setup menu (login required)
SEARCH*:Select to search and play back recorded video (login required)
PTZ*: Select to enter PTZ navigation screen
SHUTDOWN: Select to shut down the Veo system (login required)
DISPLAY*:Select to switch between available screen divisions
ARCHIVING*:Select to backup recorded video (login required)
SEQUENCE*: Select to turn on the sequential channel rotation
ZOOM*: Select to digitally zoom into the live video
KEY LOCK*: Select to lock remote controller and front panel buttons (login
required). Password will be required to unlock the buttons.
* - This feature can also be accessed by pressing a corresponding Remote Control button.
Figure 13. System Context Menu
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MAIN WINDOW OVERVIEW
The Veo 120XXN main window provides access to current system information.
1. Camera title: Displays the name of the camera. The camera title is displayed for each
camera that is connected to the Veo 120XXN.
2. Recording status: Indicates that the video from a specific camera is being recorded. A red square
indicates that the video is being recorded; green indicates that the video is being pre-recorded into a
buffer. The recording status appears for each camera that is connected to the Veo 120XXN.
3. Date and Time: Indicates the current date and time when viewing live video. This
information changes when viewing recorded video.
4. Network Status: Indicates the system network status. If there are users connected to the
Veo 120XXN remotely, it is indicated with an amber circle beside the two networked computer icons
on the main screen. In addition, the NET LED light on the front panel is lit green when the remote
client(s) is (are) connected to the system.
5. Hard Disk Status: Indicates the estimated amount of storage space used on the hard disk.
CHANGING THE DISPLAY MODE
The display mode on the Veo 120XXN is preset to display all available channels simultaneously. You
can change this screen mode to display one of the available split screen divisions (dependent on the Veo
model): single (full-screen), 4- (quad), 6-, 8-, 9-, 13-, or 16-channel screen division.
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Figure 15. Screen Display Modes
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To change the screen display mode
1. Using remote control, press the DISP button; using Veo 120XXN front panel, press DISPLAY button or
right-click on the main screen and select DISPLAY option from the context menu. The display will change
to a single-channel display.
2. Repeat step 1 until the desired screen display appears.
To view a specific channel, press the corresponding channel button on the Veo front panel or on the
remote control. Please refer to the Remote Control section on page 12 for more information.
SEQUENCING MODE
Default sequencing mode allows rotating all available channels in the full screen mode on the main
screen. Additional custom sequencing modes may be created in Display Menu.
To select Sequencing Mode, right-click on the Main Screen and select SEQUENCE option from the
context menu or press SEQUENCE button on the remote controller.
The sequencing dwell time determines how long each channel (screen display) will be displayed on the
screen. The default dwell time for sequencing mode is set to 3 seconds. The default sequencing dwell
time can be changed in the Display -> Monitor menu.
ADJUSTING MENU SETTINGS
To access menus on the Veo 120XXN, press the SETUP button on the front panel/remote control or
right-click on the main screen and select SETUP from the context menu. Select GENERAL from the
main menu screen. Each menu contains settings related to a different function on the Veo 120XXN.
These menus are described below.
NAVIGATING VEO SETUP
To navigate the menus and sub-menus, use the mouse, ARROW buttons on the front panel of the unit
or on the remote control.
Use the USB mouse (with supported models only) for the complete ease of navigation. To enter the
sub-menu or click a button on the user interface, click it with the mouse cursor or select it and press
the ENTER button on the front panel/remote control.
Figure 16. Main Menu
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To change the parameter anywhere within the menu, select it and press the ENTER button. This will
activate the editing mode: the green box around the parameter will change to yellow. This means that
the setting can now be adjusted. To adjust, use the ARROWS Up/Down to browse through available
settings. Keep pressing the Up/Down ARROWS until the desired setting is selected, then press the
ENTER key to exit the editing mode.
To save the changed parameters, always select APPLY option in the menu screen and press the ENTER
button before closing out of the menu.
To discard the changes, press RETURN button to close out of the menu screen without saving.
OSD (ON-SCREEN-DISPLAY) MENU
OSD (On-Screen Display)
•Status bar: Turn this setting ON to display the status bar on the bottom of the screen.
The setting affects all video panes, i.e. live or playback modes.
•Camera Title: Turn this setting ON to display the camera title (if it exists). The setting affects all
cameras connected to the Veo 120XXN. To set up a camera title, use the Camera Menu. Please
refer to page 19 for more information
•Event Icon: Turn this setting ON to display the video recording status on the main screen. A red
square indicates that the video is being recorded; green indicates that the video is being pre-
recorded into a buffer. The recording status appears for each camera that is connected to
the Veo 120XXN.
•Border: Turn this setting ON to display the border between each camera view in the quad display mode.
•Border Color: Select the border color for the multi-screen divisions. Choices are White, Blue, Red,
Yellow, Green, and Gray.
•Menu Transparency: Select the level of transparency (0-100) of the menu display and the status
bar on the video pane. The higher the value, the more transparent the menu display becomes.
• Motion Sensor: Set the Motion Sensor to either OFF, ACTIVE or INACTIVE.
OFF: No visual alert is displayed when the motion is detected in the configured area.
ACTIVE: Area blocks with detected motion are colored on the screen.
INACTIVE: Area blocks without motion are colored on the screen.
In order for this function to work, motion detection area has to be configured for chosen cameras in
Motion Sensor setup (see page 33).
• Motion Color: Set the Motion Color to Red, Green, Blue or Yellow. This color pertains to the
Motion Sensor function.
• Motion Transparency: Set the Motion Transparency to 0, 1, 2, or 3, where 3 is solid and 0 is
transparent. This function determines the transparency of the motion sensor color.
Figure 17. OSD Display Menu
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MONITOR
•Sequence Dwell: Set the time interval that each camera/screen division will be displayed before the
Veo 120XXN switches to the next video input in sequence. This setting is used when the sequence
display mode is used in live mode. Sequence dwell time can be configured between 1 and 60
seconds. This setting applies to the monitors that can be connected to the VGA OUT, MONITOR
OUT (BNC) and SVHS (S-Video - Veo 12004N only) ports in the back of the system.
•Spot-Out Dwell: Set the time interval that each camera will be displayed on the spot monitor
before the Veo 120XXN switches to the next video input in sequence (1-60 seconds). This setting
applies to the monitors that can be connected to the SPOT OUT (BNC) port in the back of the
system.
•De-Interlace Mode: Turn this setting ON to remove the screen spread if you are recording at a high
resolution (704 x 480) and a low frame rate.
•Alarm Pop-up Mode: Turn this setting ON to display the corresponding camera in the full screen
mode each time the alarm is triggered. For example, if Alarm Input #1 is triggered, Camera 1 is
displayed in the full screen mode. This setting does not affect the spot monitor display.
•Alarm Pop-up Dwell: Set the time interval that the Alarm Channel will remain in the full screen
mode (1-60 seconds).
•Motion Pop-Up Mode: Turn this setting ON to display the corresponding camera in the full screen
mode on the VGA OUT and MONITOR OUT displays each time the motion is detected. This setting
does not affect the spot monitor display.
•Motion Pop-up Dwell: Set the time interval that the Motion Channel will remain in the full screen
mode (1-60 seconds).
SEQUENCE
Each Veo 120XXN comes with a default sequence, which displays each connected channel in a
sequential order in a full screen mode. The user can create additional custom sequences in the Display
Sequence menu. To create a new sequence, click the ADD button. The ADD window will be displayed.
Double-click inside the SEQUENCE TITLE to enter the new name for the sequence. In the ACTIVATION
field, you may enable your new sequence. Only one sequence can be enabled at a time. Click SAVE to
start programming your new sequence on the screen. You may choose any number of positions for your
new sequence; you may also select any screen display mode for any of the sequence positions.
Once you have completed programming the new sequence, SAVE & CLOSE out of the programming
window. The new sequence will then be added to the Display Sequence Menu. To edit or delete a
particular sequence, double-click it on the list to display the EDIT window.
Figure 18. Monitor Display Menu
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Figure 21. Spot Out Display Menu
Figure 19. Sequence Display Menu Figure 20. Add New Sequence Display Menu.
SPOT-OUT
By default, all video channels connected to Veo 120XXN are displayed on the spot-out monitor. To hide
specific video channels from the spot-out display, uncheck those channels in Display Spot-Out menu.
CAMERA MENU
Use the Camera menu to adjust the settings of the cameras attached to the Veo 120XXN.
Figure 22. General Camera Menu
Figure 23. Camera Title Menu
• Camera Title: Use this option to set the selected cameras to covert mode and/or to change the
camera title. If a camera is set to covert mode, the Veo 120XXN continues recording the video,
however, the camera will not be displayed on the screen.
While labeling the camera(s), the virtual keyboard will be displayed. Please refer to Figure 25.
Figure 24. Virtual Keyboard
How to use the Virtual Keyboard
•Input the text by selecting desired characters on the virtual
keyboard, and pressing the “ENTER” button for each one.
Use the arrow buttons to navigate.
•Select the character and press ENTER for SHIFT and to
display remaining characters.
• When finished, select ( ) character and press ENTER to
save and close out of the virtual keyboard
Figure 25. Virtual Keyboard Instructions
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Use this option to select the PTZ protocol used by each camera. The Veo 120XXN supports several
PTZ protocols. Follow the camera manufacturer’s recommendations when choosing the PTZ protocol
for your cameras. Make sure that the address in the Address column is the same as the Address of
the PTZ camera. The PTZ PROPERTY button, allows changing the following PTZ settings: AUTO
FOCUS (ON/OFF), AUTO IRIS (ON/OFF), P/T SPEED, ZOOM SPEED, FOCUS SPEED and IRIS SPEED.
•Motion Sensor: Use this option to set the sensitivity level for each camera (1-10, where 10 is
maximum sensitivity) when recording is set to motion. See the section on Setting up Motion
Detection Recording on page 33 for complete instructions on how to use this setup.
• Please note that high sensitivity settings increase the occurrences of the false motion detection.
Figure 28. PTZ Setup Camera Menu
Figure 30. Motion Sensor Camera Menu
Figure 26. Colour Setup Camera Menu
•Color Setup: Use this option to configure brightness, contrast, tint and color for each camera. The
default value for each setting is 50. To adjust the setting for a desired camera, select any parameter
for a desired channel and press ENTER to display the new menu in the bottom of the screen. In this
new menu window, brightness, contrast, tint and color parameters can be changed for each desired
video channel. To return to the main menu, press RETURN.
Figure 27. Colour Adjustment Window
Figure 29. PTZ Property Window
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