InMotion inDVRL408RTN User manual

inDVRL400RT Series
Digital Video Recorder
USER GUIDE
inDVRL408RTN / inDVRL408RTP / inDVRL416RTN / inDVRL416RTP
REV 4182012

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CAUTION!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER WHILE THE DEVICE IS CONNECTED TO APOWER SOURCE.
THE DEVICE’S INTERNAL PARTS CANNOT BE SAFELY REPAIRED BY
USERS. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
NOTE: This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for Class A digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the device is operated in a commercial environment.
This device generates, uses, and can transmit radio frequency energy,
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions in the
user manual, may cause harmful interference with radio
communications.
This ClassAdigital device meets all the requirements of the FCC
Regulations.

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LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
This user manual is supplied “as is,” with no warranties, be it expressed or implied,
including, but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability, suitability for any
exact purpose, or non-infringement on any third party’s rights.
This publication may include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. The
manufacturer holds the right to introduce any changes to the information contained herein
for any purpose, including, but not limited to improvements of the product and publications
related to it, at any time, without prior notice.
DISCLAIMER OFWARRANTY
The supplier shall not be liable to any party or any person, except for replacement or reasonable
maintenance of this product, for the cases including, but not limited to the following:
Any damage or loss, including, but not limited to: direct/indirect, consequential, special,
exemplary use arising out of or related to the product;
Inappropriate use or negligence of the user during operation of the product, resulting in
personal injury or any damage;
Unauthorized disassembly, repair, or modification of the product by the user;
Any problems or consequential inconvenience, loss, or damage caused by connecting
this product to devices of the third parties;
Any claim or action for damages brought by any photogenic subject, be it a person or an
organization, due to invasion of privacy whereby the surveillance picture and/or saved
data becomes public or is used for purposes other than surveillance.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions and keep them in a safe place for future reference.
Please refer all servicing related to the installation of this product to qualified service
personnel or system installers.
Do not operate the device under conditions outside its recommended temperature, humidity
or power source ratings.
Place the unit on a flat surface not prone to vibration or impact.
Use the appliance at temperatures between 0oC- 45oC(32
oF-113 oF) and humidity below
85%.
The input power source for this appliance should be between 90-230VAC, 47-63 Hz.
Install the unit away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, and stoves.
Installation of the unit near consumer electronics,suchasstereoreceivers/amplifiersand
televisions, is permitted as long as the air surrounding the terminal does not exceed the
aforementioned temperature range.

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Handle hard disk drives with care.
It is possible to damage hard drives if they are moved while their motors are still running.
To allow the hard drive to spin down and park its heads, wait at least 10 seconds after
disconnecting it from a power source before moving the unit.
To avoid shock and vibration damage to the internal hard drive, do not move the unit while
it is plugged in.
Protect hard disk drives from static electricity.
Do not stack hard disk drives or keep them upright.
Do not use an electric or magnetic screwdriver to repair hard disk drives.
Do not impede the flow of air through the vents or place the unit in an enclosed area where
the cooling vents are blocked.
Protect the power cord from being stepped on or pinched, particularly at plugs and the
points where they connect to the device.
Do not drop metallic parts through slots, as this could permanently damage the device. If
a metallic object falls through the slots, turn the power off immediately and contact
qualified service personnel for service.
Handle the device with care. Do not drop or shake it, as this may damage the device.
Do not expose the device to moisture or try to operate it in wet areas. Do not install the unit
in an area where condensation occurs. Do not operate with wet hands. Take immediate
action if the appliance becomes wet. Turn the power off and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel, as moisture may damage the appliance and cause electric shock.
Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning the body of the device. If dirt is
difficult to remove, use a mild detergent and wipe gently.
Do not overload outlets and extension cords, as this increases the risk of fire and electric
shock.
Make a note of your settings and save them in a place where you can easily find them. This
will help if it becomes necessary to change the system configuration, or if an unexpected
failure or problem occurs.
Distributing, copying, disassembling, reverse compiling, reverse engineering, and exporting
the software provided with this product in violation of export laws, is expressly prohibited.
CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT BY RECYCLING
When this symbol appears on a product, do not dispose of it with residential
or commercial waste.
Recycling Electrical Equipment
Do not dispose of this product with residential or commercial waste. Some
countries and regions, such as the European Union, have established systems
for collecting and recycling electrical and electronic waste items. Contact
your local authorities for information about practices established for your
region

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COPYRIGHT STATEMENT
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means,
transcribed, translated into any language or computer language, transformed in any other way,
stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
recording, photocopying or otherwise, without the prior written permission from the owner.

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Table of Contents
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY ..................................................................................................................2
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY..............................................................................................................2
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................................................2
COPYRIGHT STATEMENT.....................................................................................................................4
Table of Contents........................................................................................................................................5
1炽YOUR DVR AT A GLANCE...............................................................................................................8
2炽Contents of the Package.......................................................................................................................9
2.1 Getting Started Checklist.................................................................................................9
3. Hardware................................................................................................................................................9
3.1 Front Panel (Please take actual machine model as quasi)...............................................9
3.2 Back Panel.....................................................................................................................11
3.3 Remote Control.............................................................................................................12
3.4 Mouse Control...............................................................................................................13
3.5 Hardware Installation....................................................................................................14
3.5.1 Basic Connections..............................................................................................14
3.5.2 Installing Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)..................................................................15
3.5.3 PTZ Control Connections- (optional) ................................................................16
4. Getting Started and the Main Screen....................................................................................................16
4.1 The Main Screen ...........................................................................................................17
4.1.1 Displaying a Single Channel..............................................................................17
4.1.2 Status Bar ...........................................................................................................18
4.1.3 Login DVR.........................................................................................................18
4.1.4 Tool Bar..............................................................................................................18
4.2 Tool Bar Menu Options.................................................................................................20
4.2.1 System Configuration.........................................................................................20
4.2.2 Manual Recording..............................................................................................20
4.2.3 Video Playback...................................................................................................20
4.2.4 Video Backup .....................................................................................................23
4.2.5 Playing Backed Up Videos on Computers .........................................................24
4.2.6 PTZ Control........................................................................................................26
4.3 Channel Status Display .................................................................................................28
5. DVR .....................................................................................................................................................28
5.1 Menu Tree .....................................................................................................................28
5.1.1 Menu Options.....................................................................................................29
5.2 System...........................................................................................................................29
5.2.1 Language............................................................................................................29
5.2.2 Video System......................................................................................................30
5.2.3 Time Setup..........................................................................................................30
5.2.4 User Management ..............................................................................................31
5.2.5 HDD (Hard Disk Drive).....................................................................................33
5.2.6 Volume- (optional) .............................................................................................34
5.2.7 Maintenance .......................................................................................................34
5.2.8 Information.........................................................................................................35
5.3 Record ...........................................................................................................................35
5.3.1 Record Channel..................................................................................................35
5.3.2 Record ................................................................................................................35
5.3.3 Recording Bit-rate..............................................................................................35
5.3.4 Record Resolution..............................................................................................35

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5.3.5 Recording Frame Rate........................................................................................36
5.3.6 Record Audio......................................................................................................36
5.3.7 Recording Pack Time.........................................................................................36
5.3.8 Recording Modes ...............................................................................................36
5.4 Video .............................................................................................................................38
5.4.1 Channel...............................................................................................................38
5.4.2 Name ..................................................................................................................38
5.4.3 Position...............................................................................................................38
5.4.4 Live.....................................................................................................................39
5.4.5 Audio (Sound Settings) ......................................................................................39
5.4.6 Color...................................................................................................................39
5.4.7 Record Time.......................................................................................................39
5.4.8 Video Margin......................................................................................................39
5.4.9 Video Setup ........................................................................................................39
5.5 Network.........................................................................................................................40
5.5.1 Network..............................................................................................................40
5.5.2 SUB-STREAM...................................................................................................41
5.5.3 DDNS Setup.......................................................................................................42
5.5.4 Email Setup........................................................................................................42
5.5.5 Mobile Setup......................................................................................................43
5.5.6 IPAccess Setup ..................................................................................................44
5.5.7 ESMS Settings....................................................................................................44
5.5.8 FTP Settings .......................................................................................................45
5.5.9 Other Settings.....................................................................................................45
5.6 Alarm.............................................................................................................................45
5.6.1 OUTPUT............................................................................................................45
5.6.2 DURATION .......................................................................................................45
5.6.3 BUZZER ............................................................................................................46
5.6.4 PRERECORD ....................................................................................................46
5.6.5 EXCEPTION ALARM ......................................................................................46
5.6.6 I/O ALARM .......................................................................................................46
5.6.7 Motion Detection................................................................................................47
5.7 PTZ................................................................................................................................48
5.7.1 PTZ Channel ......................................................................................................49
5.7.2 PTZ Protocol ......................................................................................................49
5.7.3 PTZ Baud Rate...................................................................................................49
5.7.4 PTZ Data Bit ......................................................................................................49
5.7.5 PTZ Stop Bit.......................................................................................................49
5.7.6 PTZ Parity..........................................................................................................49
5.7.7 PTZ Address.......................................................................................................49
6. Web Browser Operation .......................................................................................................................49
6.1 Feature...........................................................................................................................49
6.2 Network Security Setting..............................................................................................50
6.3 Connection Settings.......................................................................................................51
6.4 Control Download and Installation...............................................................................52
6.5 Operation Interface........................................................................................................53
6.5.1 Live.....................................................................................................................54
6.5.2 Controls..............................................................................................................54
6.5.3 Other Operations ................................................................................................55
6.5.4 Replay.................................................................................................................55

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6.5.5 Toolbar Guide.....................................................................................................57
6.5.6 Remote Settings..................................................................................................57
6.5.7 Local Settings.....................................................................................................66
6.5.8 Logout ................................................................................................................66
7. Wap Connection ...................................................................................................................................66
8. Mobile Phone Support..........................................................................................................................68
8.1 Windows CE Mobile Phone..........................................................................................68
8.2 Symbian S60 3rd and 5th Edition Phones.......................................................................69
8.3 Apple iPhone .................................................................................................................73
8.4 Android Mobile .............................................................................................................79
8.5 BlackBerry Mobile........................................................................................................84
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................................92
Appendix 1. Setting up Internet Connections for Remote Access ...........................................................95
Appendix 2. DVR-Compatible Hard Disk Drives....................................................................................95
Appendix 3. DVR- Compatible USB DVD Recorders ............................................................................96
Appendix 4. DVR- Compatible SATA DVD Recorders and Media DVD Disks.....................................96
Appendix 5. DVR- Compatible Portable Wireless Mouse.......................................................................97
Appendix 6. Accessing the DVR via Mozilla Firefox..............................................................................97
Appendix 7. Accessing the DVR via Google Chrome.............................................................................97
Appendix 8 How to Use Auto ID-"Plug n play" Quick Guide...............................................................100

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YOUR DVR ATA GLANCE
Product Overview
Model 8CH 16 CH
Video Format PAL/NSTC
Video Compression H.264 Baseline Compression
Video Input / Output BNC 8 Input / 1 Output BNC 16 Input / 1 Output /1 CH Spot
Audio Format G.711
Audio Input / Output * RCA 8 Input / 1 Output In: RCA 16CH/1CH voice conference
function(Optional) Out: RCA 1CH
Alarm Type* Motion detection, Sensor Input, Relay Output , Video Loss
Sensor In / Out* 4CH Input / 1CH Output 16CH Input / 1CH Output
Display Frame Rate Each Channel PAL:25 FPS, NTSC:30 FPS
Playback Resolution CIF/Half-D1/D1 @ Recorded frame rate
Recording Speed –
frames per second
(FPS)
PAL: 200 FPS@CIF,
100 FPS@HD1,
50 FPS@D1
NTSC: 240FPS@CIF,
120 FPS@HD1,
60 FPS@D1.
PAL: 400 FPS@CIF,
200 FPS@HD1,
100 FPS@D1
NTSC: 480FPS@CIF,
240 FPS@HD1,
120 FPS@D1.
Recording Modes Power-on Auto Record, Scheduled Record (Normal Recording, Motion
Detection, Sensor Trigger), Manual Recording
HDD Interface Up to 2TB for each, SATA interface;
1U SIZEˈHDD*1+DVD+RW;
non-1U SIZE ,HDD*1
Up to 2TB for each, SATA interface;
HDD*1+DVD+RW or HDD*2
Network Protocol TCP-IP/ DHCP/DDNS/PPPOE/E-Mail
Network Functions Live Monitoring, Playback, Configuration, Backup, Mobile Phone Surveillance
USB 2.0 Interface Mouse / Portable Mobile HDD/ Flash Drive/ DVD Writer/ Firmware Upgrade
Playback Options Normal, Fast Forward, Slow Forward, Rewind, Single Step
Network Interface RJ45 10M/ 100M Ethernet Auto-Detect
PTZ Protocol* PELCO-P , PELCO-D
Area Covered Each channel supports coverage of four different areas
Video Backup AVI over Network
Power Adapter DC 12V Adapter
Power Consumption 10-15W
Operating
Temperature -10ɗ-+40ɗ
Operating Humidity 10%-90%
Dimensions* 315(W) x 224 (D) x 52 (H) mm 435(W) x 336 (D) x 55 (H) mm
*Details may vary with different models
Thank you for purchasing this Digital Video Recorder (DVR). This DVR offers the industry’s
best triplex functionality with video/audio recording, playback, and network capability, which
can all be run simultaneously, streamlining the use of CCTV systems and boosting the security
level of the home, business, or social venue where it is installed. Users can access live or
recorded feed from standard or PTZ cameras directly at the location of the DVR installation, or

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anywhere in the world using web-browsers or a mobile phone*. The video may be stored at a
remote location for safety.
(*Some limitations apply to Web- and phone-based features; please see the related sections for
more detailed information.)
Users are advised to become familiar with the DVR’s parts and accessories, as well as how to
use the device as described in this instruction manual. For any questions that this guide does
not answer, please contact a local vendor or a certified specialist.
In this manual, “-ch” and “CH” are used as abbreviations for “channel,” so, for example,
“4-ch” means “4-channel” (i.e. a 4-channel DVR model), and “16-ch” means “16-channel.”
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Contents of the Package
xDigital Video Record (DVR)
xUser manual
xInstallation CD
xRemote control
xPower cord
xMouse
xHDD Installation and Format Quick Guide
2.1 Getting Started Checklist
Before setting up this DVR, check to make sure the answer to all of the following questions is
“yes”:
a) Are the power and video in/out cables plugged in? Please see Section 3.5.1 Basic
Connections for more information.
b) Has the HDD been properly installed and formatted? Please see Sections 3.5.2 Installing
Hard Disk Drives and 5.2.5 HDD for more information.
3. Hardware
3.1 Front Panel (Please take actual machine model as quasi)
The appearance of the front panel varies slightly with each different DVR model. The
illustrations of front panels in the following images are examples for reference.
This subsection will explain the functions of each of the buttons and other components on the
front panel of the DVR.