Lilin DVR004S User manual

4-CH DVR STD
DVR004S
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MERIT LILIN ENT. CO., LTD
http://www.meritlilin.com 66-DVR004CSE

Summary
Merit LILIN DVR004S is designed to meet the demands for outstanding H.264 full D1 video
recording quality, low power consumption, and cost-effective digital video recording systems.
Low-power consumption design and VESA compliant LCD monitor power saving technologies
minimize energy consumed by 24-hour long-term DVR operations. Video data file recovery
and monitoring technologies secure the data file from power failure. Various backup plans
include USB flash disk and HTTP file downloadable.
Powerful H.264 video compression technology, complete storage and backup plans, full digital
and analogue system solutions, and easy-to-use user interface, the new Merit LILIN H.264
standalone digital video recorder is the only choice for surveillance system.
Major Features
 H.264 video compression engine
 Full D1 H.264 video supported
 Low-power consumption design and VESA compliant LCD monitor power saving
 Built-in 3D de-interlace and vivid image enhancement VGA engine
 HTTP web-based interface including DVR configuration, PTZ control, playback, and live
monitoring
 Up to 120(NTSC)/100(PAL) frames per second for video playback
 Single remote controller addressing multiple DVR design
 Frame rate and video quality configurable each channel
 1-channel audio input and 1 audio output
 Secured power adapter lock
 Backup via HTTP or USB flash disk
 Daylight saving time (DST)
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Caution
• Do not drop or strike this equipment
• Do not install the equipment near any naked flames or heat sources
• Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, smoke or dust environment
• Do not cover the opening of the cabinet with cloth and plastic or to install this unit
in poor ventilated places. Allow 10cm between this unit and its surroundings
• Do not continue to operate the unit under abnormal conditions such as detection
of smoke, strange smell or no display on screen while power is turned on
• Do not touch the power connection with wet hands
• Do not damage the power cord or leave it under pressure
• Do not operate this unit near magnet, speaker system, etc., to avoid unnecessary
magnetic interference
• Connection cables should be grounded properly
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED
BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING
TO THE INSTRUCTIONS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1. SYSTEMS OVERVIEW ..................................................................................... 5
Chapter 1-1. Front Panel................................................................................................... 5
Chapter 1-2. Rear View..................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 1-3. System LED Status Panel ............................................................................ 6
Chapter 1-4. Remote controller......................................................................................... 7
Chapter 1-5. Mouse System.............................................................................................. 7
Chapter 1-5-1. Mouse Menu....................................................................................... 8
Chapter 1-6. Active Camera.............................................................................................. 8
Chapter 1-7. Symbols & Icons...........................................................................................8
CHAPTER 2. DVR OPERATIONS........................................................................................... 9
Chapter 2-1. Sequential Display........................................................................................ 9
Chapter 2-2. Freeze .......................................................................................................... 9
Chapter 2-3. Zoom ............................................................................................................ 9
Chapter 2-4. CH+ & CH- ................................................................................................. 10
Chapter 2-5. Audio Button ............................................................................................... 10
Chapter 2-6. Addressable DVR Button............................................................................ 10
Chapter 2-7. NTSC/PAL .................................................................................................. 10
Chapter 2-8. Language.................................................................................................... 10
Chapter 2-9. ESC/POWER Procedure............................................................................ 10
Chapter 2-10. OK/Cancel OSD Button............................................................................ 10
Chapter 2-11. SHIFT Button............................................................................................ 10
Chapter 2-12. Picture-in-picture ...................................................................................... 10
CHAPTER 3. PTZ CONTROL ................................................................................................11
Chapter 3-1. Instant PTZ Controllable Mode....................................................................11
Chapter 3-2. Remote Controller & PTZ............................................................................11
Chapter 3-3. Recall Presets .............................................................................................11
CHAPTER 4. RECORDING................................................................................................... 12
Chapter 4-1. Start Recording........................................................................................... 12
Chapter 4-2. Manual Recording ...................................................................................... 12
Chapter 4-3. Schedule Recording................................................................................... 12
Chapter 4-4. Alarm Switch Activation Recording.............................................................12
Chapter 4-5. Motion Detection Recording....................................................................... 12
CHAPTER 5. PLAYBACK...................................................................................................... 13
Chapter 5-1. Time Search ............................................................................................... 13
Chapter 5-2. Event Search.............................................................................................. 13
Chapter 5-3. REC Search................................................................................................ 13
Chapter 5-4. Date Search................................................................................................ 13
CHAPTER 6. MENU SYSTEM .............................................................................................. 14
Chapter 6-1. Setup Menu................................................................................................ 14
Chapter 6-2. Camera Setup ............................................................................................ 14
Chapter 6-2-1. Camera Name .................................................................................. 14
Chapter 6-2-2. Camera Disable/Secured Channel ................................................... 14

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Chapter 6-2-3. Video Setup ...................................................................................... 15
Chapter 6-2-4. Video Loss Detection........................................................................15
Chapter 6-3. Monitor Setup............................................................................................. 15
Chapter 6-3-1. Main Alarm Switching ........................................................................ 15
Chapter 6-3-2. Main Monitor SEQ Time.................................................................... 16
Chapter 6-3-3. Main Monitor Stand By Mode............................................................16
Chapter 6-3-4. Main Monitor Stand By Time............................................................. 16
Chapter 6-4. Record Setup.............................................................................................. 16
Chapter 6-4-1. Record Quality.................................................................................. 16
Chapter 6-4-2. Frame Rate.......................................................................................16
Chapter 6-4-3. Recording Mode ............................................................................... 16
Chapter 6-4-4. Audio................................................................................................. 16
Chapter 6-4-5. Post-alarm Recording....................................................................... 17
Chapter 6-4-6. Resolution......................................................................................... 17
Chapter 6-4-7. GOP.................................................................................................. 17
Chapter 6-4-8. Schedule Table ................................................................................. 17
Chapter 6-4-9. HDD Overwritten...............................................................................17
Chapter 6-4-10. Limited Recording........................................................................... 17
Chapter 6-5. Alarm Setup................................................................................................ 17
Chapter 6-5-1. Alarm Input Type............................................................................... 18
Chapter 6-5-2. Motion Enable...................................................................................18
Chapter 6-5-3. Sensitivity.......................................................................................... 18
Chapter 6-5-4. Motion Area Set ................................................................................ 18
Chapter 6-5-5. Motion Tracer.................................................................................... 18
Chapter 6-5-6. Alarm Time........................................................................................ 19
Chapter 6-5-7. Buzzer............................................................................................... 19
Chapter 6-5-8. Button Sound.................................................................................... 19
Chapter 6-6. System Setup ............................................................................................. 19
Chapter 6-6-1. Date/Time ......................................................................................... 19
Chapter 6-6-2. HDD Information............................................................................... 19
Chapter 6-6-3. Password/Access ............................................................................. 20
Chapter 6-6-4. LOG View ......................................................................................... 20
Chapter 6-6-5. Factory Reset ...................................................................................20
Chapter 6-6-6. DVR ID.............................................................................................. 21
Chapter 6-6-7. Video System.................................................................................... 21
Chapter 6-6-8. Firmware Update .............................................................................. 21
Chapter 6-6-9. Language.......................................................................................... 22
Chapter 6-6-10. Live Audio....................................................................................... 22
Chapter 6-7. Network ...................................................................................................... 22
Chapter 6-7-1. IP Address and Video Port Number.................................................. 22
Chapter 6-7-2. DDNS................................................................................................ 22
Chapter 6-8. PTZ Setup .................................................................................................. 22
Chapter 6-8-1. PTZ Model & Baud Rate...................................................................23
Chapter 6-8-2. Preset Setup..................................................................................... 23

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Chapter 6-8-3. Preset ............................................................................................... 23
Chapter 6-8-4. Dwell................................................................................................. 23
Chapter 6-8-5. Speed................................................................................................ 23
Chapter 6-8-6. Position............................................................................................. 23
Chapter 6-8-7. IRIS & Auto IRIS ............................................................................... 23
Chapter 6-8-8. Focus & Auto Focus.......................................................................... 24
Chapter 6-8-9. Save Presets..................................................................................... 24
Chapter 6-8-10. Clear All Preset............................................................................... 24
Chapter 6-9. Backup........................................................................................................ 24
Chapter 6-9-1. HTTP Download................................................................................ 24
CHAPTER 7. FILE PLAYBACK.............................................................................................. 25
Chapter 7-1. Play H.264 Files ......................................................................................... 25
Chapter 7-2. Play H.264 Audio....................................................................................... 25
CHAPTER 8. NETWORK ...................................................................................................... 26
Chapter 8-1-1. Configuration .................................................................................... 26
Chapter 8-1-2. Internet Ports ....................................................................................26
Chapter 8-2. Access the DVR via Internet Browser.......................................................... 27
Chapter 8-2-1. Before Using Internet........................................................................27
Chapter 8-2-2. Logon................................................................................................ 28
Chapter 8-2-3. Hyper Link Panel .............................................................................. 28
Chapter 8-2-4. Playback Over Network ....................................................................28
Chapter 8-3. Configure the DVR via Web page .............................................................. 29
Chapter 8-3-1. Camera Setting.................................................................................. 29
Chapter 8-3-2. Recording Setting .............................................................................. 30
Chapter 8-3-3. Recording Schedule Table................................................................. 30
Chapter 8-3-4. Alarm Setting ..................................................................................... 31
Chapter 8-3-5. Alarm E-mail....................................................................................... 31
Chapter 8-3-6. Network Setting ................................................................................. 32
Chapter 8-3-7. System Setting................................................................................... 32
Chapter 8-3-7-1. Timer ........................................................................................ 33
Chapter 8-3-7-2. User Setting .............................................................................33
Chapter 8-3-7-3. System Status.......................................................................... 34
Chapter 8-3-7-4. Firmware update...................................................................... 34
Chapter 8-3-8. Backup.............................................................................................. 35
APPENDIX.............................................................................................................................. 36
APPENDIX A. Connect External Alarm Switches............................................................ 36
APPENDIX B. Hard Disk Drive Support List.................................................................... 36
APPENDIX C. Hard Disk Recording Table......................................................................37
APPENDIX D. Secured Power Lock................................................................................37
Specification............................................................................................................................ 38

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CHAPTER 1. SYSTEMS OVERVIEW
Chapter 1-1. Front Panel
Front View of DVR004S
10. Pause button
11. Play button
a. Invoke playback selection menu.
b. Replay after FF, FR, Pause, Stepping
when playing video.
12. FF button
13. REC button
Start recording operation
14. Backup button
15. Menu
16. USB connector
17. IR receiver
1. LED status Panel
Please see system LED status panel.
2. Camera 1~4 select button
3. Quad screen button
4. SEQ button
5. Enter button
a. Enter operation in menu setup.
b. Instant PTZ camera selection at live
mode.
6. ESC/POWER button
7. Left, right, up, and down buttons
8. FR button
9. Stop video playback button

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Chapter 1-2. Rear View
Rear View of DVR004S
Chapter 1-3. System LED Status Panel
System LEDs are meaningful while operating the DVR. The status of each LED is described
as in the following table:
Item
LED Description Color
1 POWER DVR power on/off indicator Yellow
2 ALARM External alarm switches indicators when
motioned or alarmed Red
3 REC Recording indicator Yellow
4 HDD 1 Master HDD recording indicator Green (blinking)
5 NET Network access indicator Green (blinking)
6 BACKUP Backup LED indicator Green (blinking)
1. Camera inputs
2. Main output
3. Audio inputs & output
4. VGA output
5. Network RJ-45 connector
6. USB mouse connector
7. Reserved connector
8. RS-485 out – PTZ devices
Alarm I/O
Four alarm input switches, 1 N/P alarm output,
and 1 N/C alarm output DC24V, 1A dry contact
9. Powerswitch
10. Power secured lock
11. Power connector
DC12V,4.2A
12. Cooling fan

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Chapter 1-4. Remote controller
The button arrangement of the remote controller is designed for easy-to-use purposes.
Buttons are separated in regions based on their features including DVR operational keys,
pan, tilt, and zoom camera device (PTZ) keys, numerical keys, and PTZ buttons.
Chapter 1-5. Mouse System
The DVR has a USB mouse interface. A user can connect a USB mouse to operate the
DVR. General mouse operations are described as below:
Left mouse click—In mouse menu system, mouse click can select a menu item. In window-
division mode, click on a camera that is to select the camera in activation mode (active camera).
Left mouse double click-- In window division mode, click on a camera that can call the
camera in full screen mode.
Button
Description Button Description
MENU
Setup menu AUTO PAN Perform auto pan
ESC Escape/exit ZOOM IN Zoom in of a PTZ camera
PIP mode/SHIFT ZOOM OUT Zoom out of a PTZ camera
4 split display 180 Perform 180 rotate
SEQ Sequential display PRESET Preset recall button
FREEZE
Live video freeze DVR Addressable DVR button
ZOOM
Digital video zooming SPOT/MON Reserved
REC Record/stop recording ENTER Enter a menu
SEARCH
Time search button 0 to 9 Number/letter keys
Pause Move up/tilt up
Playback Move down/tilt down
Stop Move left/pan left
Fast forward Move right/pan right
Fast rewind BACKSPACE
Back erasing a letter
Next single channel NTSC/PAL Video system
Previous single channel AUDIO Audio on/off
Page +
Next window-division BACKUP Video backup
Page -
Previous window-division
EJECT Eject button
Power on or shutdown
button LANGUAGE Language selection
Right mouse click
Mouse scroll
Left mouse click/
Left mouse double click/
mouse drag

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Mouse drag—In motion area setup mode, mouse drag can setup motion area.
Mouse scroll—In setup menu, mouse scroll can increase or decrease a value.
Right mouse click—Popup a submenu system or return to live in main menu.
Chapter 1-5-1. Mouse Menu
For using mouse menu, please use the mouse click on Menu item. The mouse menu shows
on the screen for more system features.
Chapter 1-6. Active Camera
Active camera is shown in yellow color at the camera name/number in live monitoring mode.
Once a camera is activated, the camera can be controlled for PTZ operation or for camera
audio. Moving the active camera sequentially, one can simply press the ENTER button on
the remote controller or the keypad.
Chapter 1-7. Symbols & Icons
The DVR adopts symbols and icons for graphical user interface (GUI) design. These
symbols and icons contain useful information in operating the DVR. All the symbols and
icons are discussed in the rest of the chapter.
Task bar
The task bar shows up on bottom of the main monitor for indicating the operation status of
the DVR while operating the remote controller, the mouse and the keypad.
The icons of the DVR are described in the follow table:
Mouse menu
Controlled DVR ID/RS-485 ID
The DVR’s ID
Manual recording mode
Schedule recording mode
Zoom mode
Sequence mode
Remote controller preset mode
Network connection indicator
Audio on/off indicator