JVC VR-509E User manual

DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER
VR-509E INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATE
TIMER/MODE
SERIAL FUNCTION MENU CANCEL REC/STOP PLAY STOP
SKIP
REC
PLAY/PAUSE
REW
OPEN/CLOSE
FF
ALARM
RESET
SPLIT
SEQUENCE
WARNING
ALARM
SPOT
HDD
LOCK
RETURN
SET
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
Please read the following before getting started:
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before operating this unit, please read the instructions
carefully to ensure the best possible performance.
Set the “TIME ZONE” before operating this unit.
For the setting method, refer to ‘Setting up Areas’
on page 18.
This instruction manual is made from 100% recycled paper. LLT0094-001A

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT (In the United Kingdom)
Mains Supply (AC 230 V)
WARNING - THIS APPARATUS
MUST BE EARTHED
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code;
GREEN-and-YELLOW : EARTH
BLUE : NEUTRAL
BROWN : LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
apparatus may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows.
The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW
must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol
or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected
to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or
which is coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured
BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Warning Notice
FOR YOUR SAFETY (Australia)
1.Insert this plug only into effectively earthed threepin
power outlet.
2.If any doubt exists regarding the earthing, consult a
qualified electrician.
3.Extension cord, if used, must be three-core correctly
wired.
Caution for AC Power Cord
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
Appropriate AC Power Cord must be used in each local area.
POWER SYSTEM
Connection to the mains supply
This unit operates on voltage of 220 V to 240 V AC,
50 Hz/60 Hz.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet.
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.
Note:
The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear
of the unit.
The OPERATE button does not completely shut off
mains power from the unit, but switches operating
current on and off.
Not to be used in the U.K.
FOR CONTINENTAL EUROPE, ETC.
If the plug supplied is not suitable for your socket
outlet, it should be cut off and appropriate one fitted.
FOR U.K. ONLY

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Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (continued)
WARNING
It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record
pre-recorded tapes, records, or discs without the
consent of the owner of copyright in the sound or
video recording, broadcast, or cable programme and
in any literary, dramatic, musical or artistic work
embodied therein.
CAUTION
RED colour indications on the operation panel are
provided but they are not safety related, RED colour
indications:
(1) For Recording Button.
WARNING
For PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT, the socket outlet
shall be installed near the equipment and shall be
easily accessible.
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment
this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
Attention:
This symbol is
only valid in
the European
Union.
[European Union]
This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic equipment should not be disposed as general
household waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the product should be handed over to the applicable collection point
for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment for proper treatment, recovery and recycling in
accordance with your national legislation.
By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to conserve natural resources and will help prevent
potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more information about collection point and recycling of this
product, please contact your local municipal office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where
you purchased the product.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.
(Business users)
If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page www.jvc-europe.com to obtain information
about the take-back of the product.
[Other Countries outside the European Union]
If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in accordance with applicable national legislation or other
rules in your country for the treatment of old electrical and electronic equipment.
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Contents
4
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS....................................................... 2
Main Features ........................................................................ 7
How to Read this Manual ....................................................... 7
Setting/Canceling the Operation Lock.................................... 7
PRECAUTIONS ..................................................................... 8
Part Names and Functions (Front Panel)............................. 10
Part Names and Functions (Rear Panel).............................. 12
Part Names and Functions (Signal I/O Terminals)............... 13
System Connection (When connecting 9 Cameras)............. 15
Turning On/Off the Power .................................................... 16
Switching between OPERATE ON/OFF with the button on
the front panel ...................................................................... 16
Switching between OPERATE ON/OFF with the signal I/O
terminal................................................................................. 16
MENU Screen Operations.................................................... 17
Setting up Areas................................................................... 18
Setting the Date/Time........................................................... 19
Installation Settings .............................................................. 20
Switching between Display Screens..................................... 22
Changing the Layout of the Split Screens ............................ 23
Setting up monitor output ..................................................... 24
SEQUENTIAL....................................................................... 24
SPLIT PICTURE................................................................... 25
ONSCREEN MODE ............................................................. 25
Viewing Live Images with SPOT Output............................... 26
Changing SPOT Output Manually ........................................ 26
Changing SPOT Output with Terminal Input on
the Rear Panel ..................................................................... 26
COVERT CHANNEL ............................................................ 27
COVERT CHANNEL (WEB)................................................. 27
Types of Recording .............................................................. 28
Making Normal Recordings .................................................. 29
Making Normal Recording with the EXT REC I/O
Terminals.............................................................................. 29
Recording Status Notification ............................................... 29
Setting up the DETAIL REC ................................................. 30
Setting the Operation Set ..................................................... 31
Operation Setup
(RECOVERY REC, REC INDICATOR, REPEAT REC)....... 32
ALARM Recording................................................................ 33
Setting up the ALARM TERMINAL....................................... 33
Setting ALARM Recording.................................................... 34
Ending ALARM Recording.................................................... 34
Using the Motion Detection Function.................................... 35
Motion Detection with Pre-Determined Sensitivity................ 35
Motion Detection with Freely Determined
Sensitivity Levels.................................................................. 36
Setting up the MOTION DETECT AREA SET...................... 37
Motion Detection Check Mode ............................................. 37
WEEKLY TIMER .................................................................. 38
DATE TIMER........................................................................ 39
Playing Back Images ............................................................ 40
Playing Back during Recording
(Simultaneous Playback Mode)............................................ 40
Switching between Playback Screens.................................. 41
Searching with the Alarm List............................................... 42
Searching for Images According to Date/Time..................... 43
Adjusting Playback Speed (Jog/Shuttle Playback)............... 43
Skipping Recorded Images .................................................. 44
Enlarging Images (Image Zoom).......................................... 45
AUDIO OUT.......................................................................... 45
Getting Started
Installation and Preparation
Viewing Live Camera Images
Recording Camera Images
Playing Back Recorded Images
Contents

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Contents
Changing the Onscreen Display Position ............................. 46
Setting Camera Title............................................................. 47
Setting OPERATION LOCK ................................................. 48
Buzzer Setup........................................................................ 49
REAR TERMINAL ................................................................ 49
Hard Disk Maintenance ........................................................ 50
AUTO SCAN DISK ............................................................... 50
MANUAL SCAN DISK .......................................................... 50
DEFRAG DATABASE .......................................................... 51
Initializing the Hard Disk (“FORMAT”).................................. 51
Setting up the Hard Disk for Mirroring .................................. 52
Deleting Alarm Lists ............................................................. 53
Pass Code Setup ................................................................. 54
Displaying the Power Outage Time List and Log ................. 54
Rebooting the System .......................................................... 55
Hard Disk Recovery Feature ................................................ 55
DVD for Recording & Playback ............................................ 56
Inserting & Removing DVD................................................... 56
Exporting Data on DVD ........................................................ 57
Playing Back Exported Images on DVD............................... 60
DVD-Video Format Menus and Playback............................. 61
Capturing Still Images on the Flash Memory........................ 62
Storing Set Data in the Flash Memory.................................. 63
Loading Set Data from the USB Memory ............................. 63
External Hard Disk Drives .................................................... 64
Connecting a UPS ................................................................ 64
You Can Do the Following.................................................... 65
Minimum PC Specifications Required .................................. 65
Connecting Using a LAN Cable............................................ 65
Setting up a Network for VR-509.......................................... 66
Setting up a PC Network ...................................................... 67
Connecting (Login) to the Network....................................... 68
Live Image Display ............................................................... 69
Adding to the Weekly Timer ................................................. 70
Changing and Deleting the Weekly Timer............................ 70
Adding to the Date Timer...................................................... 71
Deleting the Date Timer........................................................ 71
TIMER MODE....................................................................... 72
ALARM SEARCH ................................................................. 73
TIME/DATE SEARCH .......................................................... 74
Playback Image Display ....................................................... 75
Inputting a Camera Title ....................................................... 76
Covert Channel Setting for Live image/
Playback display screen ....................................................... 76
Mail Notification Setting During Alarm Input ......................... 77
Adjusting Clocks with the NTP Server.................................. 78
Registering NTP Server........................................................ 78
Canceling NTP Server Registration...................................... 78
Downloading VR-509 Settings.............................................. 79
Uploading VR-509 Settings .................................................. 80
MAINTENANCE ................................................................... 81
OPERATION LOG................................................................ 81
RECORDING LOG ............................................................... 81
OPEN SOURCE ................................................................... 81
STATUS ............................................................................... 81
Setting a Network Address................................................... 82
Registering an ACCESS USER............................................ 82
ACCESS USER Confirmation Screen .................................. 82
* Continued on the next page
Useful Features Using a PC
Using DVD
Using Other External Devices
Connecting to a PC
Viewing Live Images Using a PC
Record Program Using a PC
Viewing Playback Image Using a PC
Useful Functions Using a PC
Changing Network Settings

Contents
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MONITOR OUT.................................................................... 83
INDICATION......................................................................... 83
AUTO CHANGE ................................................................... 83
DIVISION PIC....................................................................... 83
COVERT CHANNEL ............................................................ 84
REC DETAIL ........................................................................ 84
REC PATTERN .................................................................... 84
ALARM REC ........................................................................ 84
OPERATION ........................................................................ 85
AUDIO OUT ......................................................................... 85
ALARM TERMINAL.............................................................. 85
REAR TERMINAL ................................................................ 85
BUZZER ............................................................................... 85
Menu Flowchart.................................................................... 86
Menu List.............................................................................. 90
Troubleshooting.................................................................... 96
Troubleshooting (Web Browser)......................................... 100
Web Browser Glossary....................................................... 102
Normal Recording .............................................................. 103
Repeat Recording .............................................................. 104
Prealarm Recording ........................................................... 105
Skip jump............................................................................ 106
Using the NTP Server Function.......................................... 107
Activating ActiveX Control and Plug-ins ............................. 108
Notes Related to Summer Time ......................................... 109
Recording Duration ............................................................ 110
DVD Recording Time.......................................................... 112
Time Required for DVD Exporting...................................... 113
1. Electrical Specifications.................................................. 114
2. List of RS-232C Commands........................................... 115
3. Details of the Commands ............................................... 116
Specifications ..................................................................... 124
Index................................................................................... 125
Changing VR-509 Settings Using a PC
Explanations
RS-232C Interface
Others

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Getting Started
zBuilt-in hard disk drive with a high capacity of 320
GB
zSimultaneous recording of 100 images / sec in 9
channels
Recording up to 100 images/second.
zSimultaneous Playback mode
Playback, jog/shuttle playback and skip play are possible
during recording.
zDirect search on the screen
Searches quickly for the date/time and alarm position to
invoke.
zRecovery Recording during power outage
Upon recovery from a power outage that occurred during
recording, VR-509 will resume recording in the mode prior
to the failure.
zTimer Recording
Daily/Weekly timer recording up to 8 programs.
zAlarm Recording
Switches automatically to the Alarm Recording mode as set
in the menu when alarm signals are received during
recording.
zSupports 9-channel asynchronous camera inputs
Simultaneous recording/playback of images in 9
asynchronous cameras.
zNetwork-compatible
Recorded images can be viewed on LAN-connected
computers. Titles and timer programs can also be set using
computers.
zMotion Detect
Automatically detects image motion within the specified
area and starts alarm recording.
zTransmission of alarm e-mails
E-mails can be sent out to any computers during alarm
input.
zDVD Export Function
Enables recording images to be exported to DVDs.
In the subsequent sections of this manual, this
equipment shall be referred to as VR-509.
The names of buttons used during operation are
enclosed in [ ].
Example: MENU button →[MENU]
* All product names stated in this manual are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Marks such as ™, ® and © are omitted in this manual.
The VR-509 is equipped with a secret operation lock to prevent
the power from being switched off accidentally and from illegal
recording operations.
1. Sets the Operation Lock. (See page 48)
• Sets up the operation lock parameters and the
cancellation method.
* Operations cannot be locked or cancelled when the
setup menus are displayed, or during playback.
2. Press down on the [FUNCTION] key, and then press
[SET].
• Operations will be locked.
The LOCK LED will be illuminated when in the Operation
Lock mode.
3. Press down on the [FUNCTION] key, and then press
[CANCEL].
• When [BASIC] has been selected as the cancellation
method:
→ Operations will be cancelled.
• When [PASSCODE] has been selected as the
cancellation method:
→ The pass code entry screen will be displayed.
* When the pass code is being entered, asterisk ( ) will be
displayed instead of numerals.
4. Enter the pass code with the use of the ten-key pad,
and then press [SET].
• Operations will be cancelled.
* If the [CANCEL] key is pressed, the entry screen will be
cancelled and the entire process must be restarted from
the beginning.
* Operations cannot be locked or cancelled when the
setup menus are displayed, or during playback.
(Page 30 PASSCODE ERROR REC)
(Page 54 Pass Code Setup)
Main Features
How to Read this Manual
Setting/Canceling the Operation Lock
Setting the Operation Lock
Canceling the Operation Lock
****
Please input the PassCode.
Press the SET Key.
4.
*
It is recommended that the descriptions on
activating and canceling the operation lock are cut
from the page and stored in a safe location for
precautionary purposes.
Getting Started

Getting Started
8
PRECAUTIONS
Hard Disk Drive
The distance between the head and disk that read and
write data on the hard disk drive (hereinafter known as
the HDD) is a miniscule 0.02µm. Vibrations and
physical shocks to the HDD may therefore result in the
head coming into contact with the disk, producing
dents and scratches to its surface. This will
consequently prevent data from being read, and will
result in disk crashes if use is continued. It is therefore
necessary to handle the recorder with great care.
Installation and Changing the Location of
Installation
• Do not move the recorder or commence the
installation process when the power is turned on
or immediately after the power has been
switched off (for approximately one minute)
under any circumstances. (The HDD will
continue to rotate due to inertia for a few
moments after the power has been switched off,
and vibrations or physical shocks will result in
damage.)
• Wrap the recorder in protecting packing to
prevent physical shocks.
Handling
• Handle this equipment with care. Do not subject
it to physical shock.
• Do not unplug the power cord during recording
or playback, or when the HDD is being
accessed.
• The hard-disk is a consumable item.
Replacement is recommended after 10000
hours of use (if use in a 25°C environment). For
information on maintenance planning and costs,
consult your nearest JVC dealer.
If a power failure occurs during formatting of
hard disk, disconnection, or when configuring
or disabling mirroring, operation of the
equipment may be disabled even if it is
connected to the UPS.
Please note that we will not provide
compensation for any failure during recording
or playback due to defects in this equipment or
the hard disk drive.
Please note that recorded images will be erased
when replacing hard disks. Note that there are
cases where recorded images may be erased
when firmware is upgraded.

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Getting Started
Place of storage and use
Please avoid storing or using this DVR in the following
places:
• Extremely hot or cold places beyond the allowable
temperature for operation (5°C - 40°C).
• Humid or dry places beyond the allowable humidity
range for operation (30 % - 80 % RH).
• Dusty or sandy places.
• Places exposed to oil, smoke or steam, such as the
kitchen vicinity.
• Vibrating or unstable places.
• Places prone to condensation.
• Places that generates strong magnetic fields, e.g.,
transformer or motor.
• Places near devices that generate electric waves, e.g.,
transceiver or mobile phone.
• Places that generate radiation, X-rays or corrosive
gases.
Handling the unit
• Please do not place heavy objects on the DVR, like a
monitor or TV. Also, do not stack the VR-509E units on
top of each other.
• Please do not block the ventilation openings.
• Avoid violent shocks to the unit. Do not drop the unit.
Maintaining the unit (Please turn off the power
before performing maintenance work.)
Please wipe the unit with a soft cloth. Do not wipe it with
thinner or benzene lest the surface melts or becomes dull.
For stubborn stains, wipe first with a water-diluted neutral
detergent and then wipe dry.
Please use the supplied power cord. Using a
different type or damaged cord may cause fire or
electric shock.
To save energy, be sure to turn off the system when
not in use.
Do not use the power cord supplied with this equipment on
other devices.
Do not stack up the equipment to prevent temperature
within from rising.
This product utilizes the open source software.
Refer to the instruction on page 81 to display the precise
information.
Do not insert foreign object into this unit as this may cause
malfunction or electric shock.
A longer time may be required to search through data
stored in this equipment if the volume is too huge
(approximately 10,000 or more.). This is not a defect.
TV broadcast or other video (audio) recordings are for
personal use only. Unauthorized use of these materials is
strictly prohibited.
If the feet on the base of the unit are to be removed, make
sure that screws with a length of 8mm or less are used when
reattaching them.
The width of the borders on split screens (dark portion) may
vary according to the type of input signal. This is a
characteristic of this equipment and is not a defect.
Take the necessary precautions to prevent the recorder
from toppling over when it is stood up vertically.
Make sure that all static electricity has been discharged
before touching the input and output terminals during
installation and other procedures.
Malfunctions can occur owing to static electricity, so avoid
touching the rear panel during operations.
The DVD drive unit is an expendable part. Although the
service life of the DVD drive unit differs depending on the
usage environment of the customer, replacement every 500
or so exports (approximately 1,000 hours) as a guide is
recommended.
PRECAUTIONS (continued)
Copyrights
zThe recording, dubbing, or playing of software
containing a copyright protection signal is not possible
on this DVD recorder.
zThe usage of audio or video discs created using this
DVD recorder either for financial gain or in broadcasting
for widespread viewing may result in the legally-
enforceable rights of the copyright holder being
infringed.
zUnless the permission of the copyright holder has been
obtained, audio or video discs created using this DVD
recorder are to be used for personal enjoyment only.
Compensation for Damaged Content
JVC accepts no responsibility whatsoever for damages
incurred as a result of an inability to play or record audio
and video content in the rare event that this DVD
recorder, a DVD-R, or a DVD-RW fails to operate
correctly.
It is recommended that discs containing important
content be backed up at regular intervals (i.e., on a
yearly basis). Although digital signals do not deteriorate,
storage environments can have an effect on a disc’s
aging characteristics, and this may result in an inability to
play or record.
If a disc should break, there will be no way to recover
data from it.
Proper playback of discs recorded using this DVD
recorder on all devices is not guaranteed.

Getting Started
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[OPERATE] Button and Operate LED
Switches the main power on or off. The LED is illuminated
when the OPERATE button is set to ON. (Page 16)
[TIMER/MODE] Button
When the [TIMER/MODE (REC PATTERN)] setting on the
[REC DETAIL] screen is set, the following is performed.
Switches the timer ON. Press once again to switch the
timer OFF. The LED is illuminated when the timer is set to
ON. (Page 28)
Changes the operation by switching between
“STANDARD” ⇔“REC PATTERN 1 to 9”. The LED is
illuminated when in the “REC PATTERN 1 to 9” modes.
(Page 28)
* The [TIMER/MODE] button cannot be used when the
menu is being displayed.
VIDEO OUT / AUDIO OUT Terminals
Outputs live images and live sound when in the live image
display mode.
Outputs recorded images and sound during playback.
However, sound will not be output in the following cases:
• When playing back still images, when running searches
other than X1, and when playing back frame-by-frame.
• When playing back recordings with the [NORMAL
AUDIO REC]/[ALARM AUDIO REC] setting on the
[DETAIL REC] screen set at OFF.
• When a menu or search menu is displayed during
playback.
SERIAL Port
Used to connect the communication control terminals on
flash memories (sold separately,) additional hard disk
drives (sold separately,) and UPS (sold separately.)
Keypad and Camera Input LED
[1] to [9]
Selects the camera input when viewing live images and
when playing back recorded images. The LED that
corresponds to the selected camera input is illuminated.
And also these buttons are used as numeric keys.
[S/T/W/X]
Moves the cursor on the menus and playback menus.
Changes the on-screen display position when live images
(single screen) are displayed. (Page 46)
[–/+]
Changes the values set on the menus.
[SET]
Moves onto the next screen and sets the selected values
on the menus.
Executes hard disk scanning, formatting and other
functions.
[RETURN]
Returns to the previous screen on the menus.
[SPLIT] Button and LED
Switches live images and recorded images between the
split screen and the single screen displays. The LED is
illuminated when the screens are split.
[SEQUENCE] Button and LED
Press this button to display live images in the single screen
auto change mode or 4 division screen auto change mode.
The LED is illuminated when in the AUTO CHANGE mode.
Part Names and Functions (Front Panel)
OPERATE
TIMER/MODE
SERIAL FUNCTION MENU CANCEL REC/STOP PLAY STOP
SKIP
REC
PLAY/PAUSE
REW
OPEN/CLOSE
FF
ALARM
RESET
SPLIT
SEQUENCE
WARNING
ALARM
SPOT
HDD
LOCK
RETURN
SET
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
3
2
1
4
567
When the [TIMER/MODE (REC PATTERN)] setting is set
at “PROGRAM TIMER”
When the [TIMER/MODE (REC PATTERN)] setting is set
to other than “PROGRAM TIMER”
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

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Getting Started
[HDD(DVD)/0]
HDD ⇔DVD Button and LED
Press this button to switch operations between DVD and
HDD. The LED is illuminated when in DVD operations.
[0] Button
Sets the value to 0.
Status LEDs
WARNING LED
Illuminated when a warning is in effect.
ALARM LED
Illuminated during ALARM REC. The LED will flash in red
when ALARM REC has been completed.
HDD LED
Illuminated during built-in HDD access.
SPOT LED
Illuminated during SPOT operations.
LOCK LED
Illuminated during OPERATION LOCK.
[FUNCTION] Button
Press and hold this button followed by pressing the [PLAY
STOP] button to adjust the seconds of the clock.
[MENU] Button
Displays the menu screen, and returns to the normal
screen from the menu screen. (Page 17)
[CANCEL] Button
• Cancels the program timer setting and the record
reservations. (Page 38, 39)
• Cancels the warning light and silences the warning
buzzer.
[ALARM RESET] Button
Extinguishes the alarm and warning LEDs and silences the
buzzer when an alarm or warning is in effect.
The alarm LED is extinguished.
Operations Buttons
[REC/STOP] Button
Starts and ends recording.
Press for at least two consecutive seconds to stop
recording. (Page 29)
[PLAY STOP] Button
Stops playback and still image playback. When recording
and playing back simultaneously, playback is stopped and
normal recording is activated.
[PLAY/PAUSE] Buttons and LEDs
Displays the playback menu (EVENT SEARCH screen)
during live image display and recording.
Pauses when pressed during playback.
Resumes playback when pressed in the PAUSE mode.
(Page 40)
[OPEN/CLOSE] DVD Open/Close Button
Opens and closes the DVD tray.
REC LED
Illuminated during recording. (Page 29)
Shuttle Dial
Changes the playback speed during playback and PAUSE
mode. (Page 43)
Jog Dial
Plays back a single frame in the normal or reverse direction
during playback and PAUSE mode. (Page 43)
[SKIP] Search Button
Jumps to the oldest record image or the latest record
image of the hard disk when pressed in the playback menu
mode.
Starts SKIP JUMP when pressed in the playback mode.
(Page 44)
Part Names and Functions (Front Panel) (continued)
OPERATE
TIMER/MODE
SERIAL FUNCTION MENU CANCEL REC/STOP PLAY STOP
SKIP
REC
PLAY/PAUSE
REW
OPEN/CLOSE
FF
ALARM
RESET
SPLIT
SEQUENCE
WARNING
ALARM
SPOT
HDD
LOCK
RETURN
SET
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
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Getting Started
12
Power Switch
Switches the power on or off. The OPERATE ON mode is
automatically activated when the power is switched on.
(Page 16)
* Make sure the system has been set in the OPERATE
OFF mode before switching off the power supply.
[AC IN(220V - 240Vto)] Power Input Terminal
Connect using the power cable supplied to an AC 220 -
240 V outlet. (Page 16)
[VIDEO OUT] Terminal (BNC)
This function is the same as the [VIDEO OUT] terminal on
the front panel.
[SPOT OUT] Terminal (BNC)
Outputs live images screens. Also enables different
contents from the [VIDEO OUT] to be output. (Page 26)
[VIDEO IN] Camera Image Signal Input (BNC)
Connect this to the video output of the video camera (sold
separately.)
[THRU OUT] Camera Image Output Terminal (BNC)
Output camera image signals that support the various
[VIDEO IN] terminals. Also enables monitor televisions to
be connected (automatic terminals.)
[AUDIO IN] Terminals 1 and 2 (RCA)
Connect this to the audio output terminal of the device from
which audio signals are to be recorded.
[AUDIO OUT] Terminal (RCA)
This function is the same as the [AUDIO OUT] terminal on
the front panel.
[VGA OUT] VGA Output Terminal (D-SUB 15PIN)
Outputs live images, playback images and the menu
screens. Outputs the same contents as [VIDEO OUT].
(Page 24)
[LAN] Connection Interface (100 Base-T)
For connection to the Intranet and other networks using a
LAN cable. (Page 65)
[RS-232C] Remote Terminal (D-sub 9PIN)
Enables the VR-509 to be controlled from an external
source when connected to a personal computer or other
device.
* See page 114 for details on the RS-232C interface.
[SERIAL] Serial Terminal (USB A-TYPE Female)
This port has the same function as the SERIAL port on the
front panel.
Signal Input/Output Terminal
For operating VR-509 using external alarm signals or
signals received from external devices, or for operating
external devices by outputting signals. (Page 13)
* Diameter of applicable cables: AWG 22 to 28.
Part Names and Functions (Rear Panel)
AC IN 220V - 240V
50Hz/60Hz
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD
-DO NOT OPEN
AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE
PAS OUVRIR
23
22
20
21
24
28 29 30 31 32
27
25 26
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32

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Getting Started
[ALARM IN 1 to 9] Terminals 1 - 9
ALARM REC is activated when signals are input to these
terminals. (Page 33)
[EMERGENCY] Terminals
EMERGENCY REC is activated when signals are input to
these terminals. (Page 33)
[CLOCK RST IN] Terminal
The terminal for resetting the time. The VR-509 clock is
reset when signals are input. (Page 19)
[CLOCK RST OUT] Terminal
The clock reset signal is output in accordance with the
following timing:
• When the VR-509 internal clock is 00:00 or 12:00.
[ALARM RESET] Terminal
Recording is stopped when this signal is input in the
ALARM REC mode.
[REC OUT] Terminal
Outputs the recording status of the VR-509. (Page 29)
[WARNING OUT] Terminal
Outputs a signal when an operation abnormality or other
error occurs on the hard disk. (Page 96)
[EXT REC IN] Terminal
Activates recording with an external signal. (Page 29)
[OPE ON/OFF] Terminal
Switches between OPE ON or OFF when the signal is
input. (Page 16)
[SPOT 1· 2] Terminal
The input signal selects the image to be output with SPOT
OUTPUT. (Page 26)
[COMMON] Terminal
The common grounding terminal. Connected to the signal
grounding terminal on the device connected.
[SIGNAL GND] Terminal
The common grounding terminal. Connected to the signal
grounding terminal on the device connected.
(This can be used when there are insufficient common
grounding terminals.)
* Do not use this terminal for protective earthing.
Part Names and Functions (Signal I/O Terminals)
AC IN 220V - 240V
50Hz/60Hz
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD
-DO NOT OPEN
AVI S : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE
PAS OUVRIR
11
12
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
21
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

Getting Started
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Part Names and Functions (Signal I/O Terminals) (continued)
Terminal Signal Level Remarks
[ALARM IN]
Alarm Input
[EMERGENCY]
Emergency Input
[EXT REC IN]
External Record Input * Set the output impedance to 10kΩor less
Make Contact Input
[CLOCK RST IN]
Clock Reset Input
* Set the output impedance to 10kΩor less
Make Contact Input
[CLOCK RST OUT]
Clock Reset Output
Open collector
(DC15V, 10mA or
less)
[ALARM RESET]
Alarm Reset Input
* Set the output impedance to 10kΩor less
Make Contact Input
[REC OUT]
Record Status Output
Open collector
(DC15V, 10mA or
less)
[WARNING OUT]
Warning Output
Open collector
(DC15V, 10mA or
less)
[OPE ON/OFF]
Operate ON/OFF
Switches to OFF when [OPERATE] is set at ON.
Switches to ON when [OPERATE] is set at OFF.
Make Contact Input
[SPOT 1 · 2]
Spot Output Selection
The SPOT output more is selected in accordance with a combined
input of [SPOT 1·2] Make/Open. (Page 26)
Make Contact Input
min.400 ms
min.400 ms
About 1 s
External pull-up level
min.400 ms
REC STOP External pull-up level
WARNING External pull-up level
About 1 s

15
Installation and Preparation
\
Connection with up to 9 cameras is possible with VR-509’s switcher.
System Connection (When connecting 9 Cameras)
<Example>
• Perform recording/playback by connecting to 9 cameras.
• Checking recorded images at Monitor.
• Execution of alarm recording upon detecting alarm signals.
AC IN 220V - 240V
Alarm
Microphone
Amplifier
VGA Monitor
Computer
Monitor 1 Monitor 2
UPS
AC 220 V - 240 V
50 Hz/60 Hz AC 220 V - 240 V output
AC 220 V - 240 V
[AUDIO
IN]
[VIDEO IN]
[VIDEO IN]
Control
(Communication)
Terminal
Camera 1
Camera 2
Camera 9
Power Cord
(Supplied with this equipment)
Precautions:
• When TV video image signals other than those input by cameras are input, there are cases where live image display and
REC playback will not operate normally.
• A message stating “No VIDEO IN * * Input (E-03)” will be displayed on the on-screen when a problem occurs with image
signal input. (The number of the camera is displayed in * *). If recording is continued in this state, there is a possibility that
accurate recording will not be possible not only with the affected camera, but also with normally operating cameras. In this
case, either invalidate the input recording for which the problem occurred, or resolve the cause of the problem
immediately. (See INTRODUCTION SET - 1 on page 20.)
• Make sure that the power supply to all devices is turned off before establishing the connections.
• Make sure that the input terminals to which no cameras are connected are set to “DISCONNECT” on the menu. See
INTRODUCTION SET - 1 on page 20.)
• When a BNC connector is connected to THRU OUT, the built-in 75Ωend terminal will become OPEN. Connect the last
device to the end terminal at 75Ω.
• When connecting other equipment, make sure the relevant instruction manuals are read thoroughly beforehand.
• See the section on Connecting to a PC on page 65 for details on establishing connections with personal computers.
Installation and Preparation

Installation and Preparation
16
1. Connect the Power Cable.
• Connect using the power cable supplied to an AC 220 V
- 240 V 50Hz/60Hz outlet.
2. Switch on the power switch on the rear panel.
• The main power is turned on to initiate a system check.
• The OPERATE LED will blink.
• The OPERATE LED will then be steadily illuminated,
indicating that the OPERATE ON mode has been
activated. Operations are possible when the REC/STOP
mark appears on the on-screen menu.
1. Press the [OPERATE] button for at least two
consecutive seconds to move across to the OPERATE
OFF mode.
• The OPERATE LED will be extinguished.
2. Switch off the power switch on the rear panel.
It is possible to switch between the operational mode
(OPERATE ON) and the stand-by mode (OPERATE OFF).
Press the [OPERATE] (when in the OPERATE OFF
mode.) button.
• The OPERATE LED will blink.
• The OPERATE LED will then be steadily illuminated,
indicating that the OPERATE ON mode has been
activated. Operations are possible when the date and
time appears on the on-screen menu.
* The OPERATE ON mode will be started up automatically
when the power switch on the rear panel is switched on.
Press the [OPERATE] button for at least two seconds
(when in the OPERATE ON mode.)
• The OPERATE LED will blink.
• A message stating “Please wait...” will be displayed.
• The OPERATE OFF mode will then be activated, and the
OPERATE LED will be extinguished.
* Activate the OPERATE OFF mode before switching off
the power.
Set the OPERATE ON/OFF terminal to Low (0V) (when in
the OPERATE OFF mode.)
• A system check will be started.
• The OPERATE ON mode will then be activated.
Operations are possible when the date and time appear
on the on-screen menu.
Set the OPERATE ON/OFF terminal to Low (0V) (when
in the OPERATE ON mode.)
• A message stating “Please wait...” will be displayed.
• The OPERATE OFF mode will then be activated, and the
OPERATE LED will be extinguished.
* Activate the OPERATE OFF mode before switching off
the power.
Turning On/Off the Power
Switching the Power On
Switching the Power Off
Do not disconnect the power cable when the system
check is being run under any circumstances. Failure to
observe this may result in malfunctions.
CAUTION
It is recommended that a UPS (Uninterruptible Power
Supply) is used in consideration of power failures, etc.
(See System Connection on page 15)
(See Connecting a UPS on page 64)
MEMO
Switching between OPERATE ON/OFF
with the button on the front panel
OPERATE ON
OPERATE OFF
Switching between OPERATE ON/OFF
with the signal I/O terminal
OPERATE ON
OPERATE OFF

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Installation and Preparation
1. Press the [MENU] button.
• The MENU screen will be displayed.
* Press the [MENU] once again to close the MENU screen.
* Recording in the motion detection mode is not possible when
operations are being carried out on the menu.
2. Select your desired item with [S/T], and then press
the [SET] button.
• The setup screen will be displayed.
* Press the [RETURN] to return to the previous screen.
* The above example is the “DETAIL REC” screen.
3. Select your desired item with [S/T]
• It is possible to change the value settings that are
displayed on the right-hand side of the menu selections.
→Proceed to 4.
• Menu selections that do not show values on the right-
hand side advance onto different MENU screens when
selected. Repeat procedure 2. until your desired screen
is displayed.
4. Change the value settings with [–/+].
• Press [–/+] to change the values displayed on the
screen.
* The above example is the “DETAIL REC” screen.
5. Press the [SET] button.
• The confirmation screen will be displayed.
* The above example is the “DETAIL REC” screen.
6. Select “SAVE” with [W/X], and then press the [SET]
button.
• The settings will be saved accordingly.
* Select “CANCEL” with [W/X] and then press the [SET]
button to close the confirmation screen. The settings will
not be saved in this event.
Press the [FUNCTION] button to display the user guidance
in the menu screen display mode.
Press the [RETURN] button or the [MENU] button for at
least two consecutive seconds to close the menu screen.
MENU Screen Operations
Displaying the MENU Screen
Proceeding to Other MENU Screens
INTRODUCTION SET
DETAIL REC
DETAIL OPERATION
LIVE PICTURE
Button operation explanation
FUNCTION : USER GUIDANCE
SET UP
CURSOR
UPDATE/NEXT
BACK
2.
DETAIL REC
DATE TIMER ..
OFF
ALARM REC ..
PROGRAM TIMER
WEEKLY TIMER ..
WATER MARK
TIMER/MODE(REC PATERN)
ONNOMALLY AUDIO REC
ALARM AUDIO REC ON
ALARM TERMINAL ..
OPERATION SET ..
1 MINEMERGENCY REC
10 SEC
PASSCODE ERROR REC
3.
Changing Value Setting
Displaying the Confirmation Window
Saving the Setting
Displaying User Guidance on the Menu Screen
Closing the Menu
4.
DETAIL REC
OPERATION SET ..
NORMAL AUDIO REC
ALARM AUDIO REC
ALARM TERMINAL ..
ALARM REC ..
EMERGENCY REC
PASSCODE ERROR REC
TIMER/MODE(REC PATTERN)
WEEKLY TIMER ..
DATE TIMER ..
WATER MARK
ON
ON
5 MIN
30 SEC
PROGRAM TIMER
OFF
DETAIL REC
DATE TIMER
OFF
ALARM REC
..
PROGRAM TIMER
WEEKLY TIMER
WATER MARK
TIMER/MODE(REC PATERN)
ONNOMALLY AUDIO REC
ALARM AUDIO REC ON
ALARM TERMINAL
..
OPERATION SET ..
1 MINEMERGENCY REC
10 SECPASSCODE ERROR REC
A SET CONTENT WAS CHANGED.
DO YOU UPDATE THIS CONTENT?
SAVE CANCEL

Installation and Preparation
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1. Press the [MENU] button.
• Opens the menus in accordance with the instructions
provided in MENU Screen Operations (page 17) in the
sequence of “MENU” →“DETAIL OPERATION” →
“MAINTENANCE” →“AREA SELECT”.
2. Select your desired item with [S/T], and then press
[–/+] to change the value settings.
Selections Available
ENGLISH, GERMAN, FRENCH, ITALIAN, SPANISH
Selects the language required for MENU display.
D/M/Y, Y/M/D, M/D/Y:
Selects the sequence in which the year, month and
day are to be displayed.
(D = Day, M = Month, Y = Year)
Selects the area closest to your own address.
3. Press the [SET] button.
• The confirmation screen will be displayed.
4. Select “SAVE” with [W/X], and then press the [SET]
button.
Setting up Areas
LANGUAGE
TIME DISPLAY FORM
TIME ZONE
AREA SELECT
LANGUAGE
TIME DISPLAY FORM
TIME ZONE
OFF
D/M/Y
Europe/Paris
2.

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Installation and Preparation
1. Press the [MENU] button.
• Opens the menus in accordance with the instructions
provided in MENU Screen Operations (page 17) in the
sequence of “MENU” →“DETAIL OPERATION” →
“CLOCK SET”.
* The time cannot be set when the VR-509E is recording,
during DVD exporting, or when operating in the timer
mode.
* Additionally, the time cannot be set when synchronization
with the web browser NTP server has been activated.
(See page 78)
* Take care when changing the date and time settings if
recording data is stored on the hard disk. If the dates and
times are duplicated or set earlier, there is a chance that
the playback, skip, jump, search and other operations will
not be performed normally.
2. Select your desired item with [W/X], and then press
[–/+] to change the value settings.
• Set the current date and time in “D”, “M”, “Y”, “H” and
“M”.
3. Press the [SET] button.
• The date and time will now be set. The clock will start
operating at the set time with the second value at 00.
The “seconds” display is adjusted by pressing [PLAY
STOP] while pressing down on [FUNCTION]. However, this
will not be reset during recording.
• When the “seconds” value is 29 or less, the “minutes”
value remains unchanged, and the “seconds” value is
reset to 00.
• When the “seconds” value is 30 or more, the “minutes”
value is increased by one, and the “seconds” value is
reset to 00.
Clock Reset signal input terminal
The recorder’s clock will be reset when the relevant signal
is input. The method of resetting the clock is the same as
explained above in “Adjusting the “seconds” display with
button operations.”
• It is possible to align the time with the master clock and
the clocks on other equipment by receiving signals.
Clock Reset signal output terminal
The clock reset signal is output in accordance with the
following timing:
• When the recorder’s internal clock reaches 00:00 or
12:00.
• It is possible to align the clock with two or more VR-509E
units in calibrations of seconds.
It is possible to adjust the clock by connecting to the NTP
server. See the section on [Adjusting the Clock with the NTP
Server] on page 78 for more details.
* The internal clock is accurate to within about 60 seconds per
month. (If used in a 25°C environment) For greater accuracy,
access the NTP server.
* See “Using the NTP Server Function” on page 107.
* It is recommended that the clock is adjusted to the correct
time once per month to obtain accurate times.
Setting the Date/Time
Adjusting the “seconds” Display with Button
Operations
CLOCK SET
**/ **/ 2 0 * * **: * *
D / M / Y H : M
2.
Adjusting the “seconds” Display with the Signal
I/O Terminal
Adjusting the Clock with the NTP Server
CLOCK
RESET IN COM
External
master clock
CLOCK
RESET OUT COM
CLOCK
RESET IN COM
CLOCK
RESET IN COM
1st VR-509 2nd VR-509 LAST VR-509
• When the [CLOCK RESET OUT/IN] terminal is
connected, the time for two or more VR-509E units will
be synchronized twice a day at 12:00 noon and
midnight.
• Make sure the power supply to the relevant units has
been switched off before establishing the connection.
MEMO
When aligning the clock during recording with the clock
reset input or with the NTP server, there is a chance that the
recording time will be duplicated if the clock has advanced
past the actual time.
The search and audio playback functions will not operate
normally in this event.
CAUTION

Installation and Preparation
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1. Press the [MENU] button.
• Opens the menus in accordance with the instructions
provided in MENU Screen Operations (page 17) in the
sequence of “MENU” →“INTRODUCTION SET”.
• The “INTRODUCTION SET - 1” screen will be displayed.
* The settings cannot be amended during recording.
2. Select [Continue] on the confirmation screen with the
use of the [W/X] keys, and then press the [SET] button.
• The confirmation screen will close.
* Select [ABORT] and press the [SET] button to return to
the top menu.
3. Select your desired item with [S/T], and then press
[–/+] to change the value settings.
Settings
CONNECT, DISCONNECT:
Sets the camera input that is to be used for
recording at “CONNECT”, and all other cameras
at “DISCONNECT”.
SMOOTH: Sets and records with a total recorded frame
count of 100 images per second, and a picture
size of 352 x 288 pixels.
HIGH-QUALITY:
Sets and records with a total recorded frame
count of 50 images per second, and a picture
size of 720 x 288 pixels.
4. Press the [SET] button.
• The “INTRODUCTION SET - 2” screen will be displayed.
5. Select your desired item with [S/T], and then press
[–/+] to change the value settings.
Settings
1DAY, 3DAY, 5DAY, 1WEEK, 2WEEK, 3WEEK, 1MONTH,
2MONTH, 3MONTH:
Sets the period for which the recorded images are to
be stored on the hard disc based on the preset
recorded image mode and the number of cameras
connected.
* This storage period only acts as a yardstick, as the actual
period of storing images may differ depending on
amendments to the frame rate, resolution and other settings
in [INTRODUCTION SET-3] (refer to the section on recording
time on page 110 for further details on the storage period for
recorded images.)
ON, OFF: Sets whether to record sound audio when in the
NORMAL REC and ALARM REC modes.
Sets the action when the remaining capacity in the hard disk
becomes empty.
OFF: Stops recording.
ALARM LOCK: Continues recording over old recordings.
However, recordings made in the ALARM REC
mode will not be overwritten.
ALL: Continues recording over old recordings.
Installation Settings
INTRODUCTION SET - 1
CAMERA1 to 9
PRIORITY
INTRODUCTION SET
DETAIL REC
DETAIL OPERATION
LIVE PICTURE
Button operation explanation
FUNCTION : USER GUIDANCE
SET UP
CURSOR
UPDATE/NEXT
BACK
3.
Confirmation
screen
2.
INTRDUCTION SET-1
CAM 1
CAM 2
CAM 3
CAM 4
CAM 5
CAM 6
CAM 7
CAM 8
CAM 9
PRIORITY
CONNECT
CONNECT
CONNECT
CONNECT
CONNECT
CONNECT
CONNECT
CONNECT
CONNECT
SMOOTH
CONTINUE ABORT
The current setting is changed when preserving it.
INTRODUCTION SET - 2
DURATION
AUDIO REC
REPEAT REC
When the setting has been made for a specific number of
cameras, it is only possible to amend [INTRODUCTION
SET-1]. In order to amend the subsequent cameras, the
[OPERATION SET] data (the F, RATE, QLY, and M.DET
settings for NORMAL/REC/ALARM REC) that use
[STANDARD] or [REC PATTERN 1 to 9] must be reset.
(See “Setting the Operation Set” on page 31)
CAUTION
DURATION
AUDIO REC
REPEAT REC
INTRODUCTION SET-2
5 DAYS
ON
ALL 5.