Lilin PDR-6040 A User manual

4/8/16-CH DVR CD-RW
PDR-6040/6080/6160 A/S
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MERIT LILIN ENT. CO., LTD
http://www.meritlilin.com 66-6160CSE

Summary
Merit LILIN 6 series MPEG-4 DVRs are designed to meet the demands for complete range of
DVRs including 4-channel, 8-channel, and 16-channel in one system platform. Adopting same
system platform, it gives flexibility and capability for users in expending systems for future
without considering compatibility. Merit LILIN 6 series MPEG-4 DVRs adopt high compression
rate MPEG-4 engine for video streaming. The combination uses of Group of Pictures (GOP)
and Noise Reduction Filter (NRF) at night maximize storage utilization.
Storage system of the DVRs can be extended by using cost-effective Merit LILIN PSH-100
RAID system to gain up to 4 TB in size. SATA interface provides faster HDD access speed
and prevents mechanical failure caused by 40-pin IDE connector. Video data file recovery and
monitoring technologies secure the data file from power failure. Various backup plans
including DVD/RW drive, USB flash disk, and FTP file download allow the user to operate file
backup task anywhere.
Web interface provides network connectivity via Internet browser. Complete DVR features
including remote file backup configurable from the web interface, there is no need for on-site
maintenance. Free central management system (CMX) allows to digitally manage DVRs in
control centers remotely. By simple mouse click, operator can gain live video worldwide.
Plug-n-play RJ-45 3D joystick keyboard support, cascading camera name, easy-to-setup
DVRs daisy chain connection via RJ-45, addressable DVR ID, and IR receiver extension
provide the easiest way in setup a large-scare DVR systems.
Powerful MPEG-4 compression technology, complete storage and backup plans, full digital
and analog system solutions, easy-to-use user interface, and full range accessories support,
the new Merit LILIN 6 series MPEG-4 standalone digital video recorder is the only choice for
surveillance system.
Major Features
 MPEG-4 compression engine
 Built-in VGA withintellectual motion adoptive refinement and vivid image enhancement
 HTTP web-based interface including DVR configuration, PTZ control, playback, and live
monitoring
 Up to 480(NTSC)/400(PAL) frames per second in live
 Frame rate and video quality configurable each channel
 Extra spot output with quad and OSD support
 4-channel audio inputs and 1 audio output
 Network audio & backup audio supports
 SATA HDD support with external e-SATA connector for maximum 4TB recording capability
 Portable USB 2.0 flash disk, DVD/RW, or FTP backup with AVI or MPEG-4
 Easy-to-use jog, shuttle, mouse, and 3D joystick
 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 ..................................................................................... 6
Chapter 1-1. Front Panel................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 1-2. Rear View..................................................................................................... 8
Chapter 1-3. System LED Status Panel ............................................................................9
Chapter 1-4. Remote controller....................................................................................... 10
Chapter 1-5. Jog & Shuttle...............................................................................................11
Chapter 1-6. Mouse System.............................................................................................11
Chapter 1-6-1. Mouse Menu..................................................................................... 12
Chapter 1-7. Active Camera............................................................................................ 12
CHAPTER 2. DVR OPERATIONS......................................................................................... 14
Chapter 2-1. Sequential Display...................................................................................... 14
Chapter 2-2. Freeze ........................................................................................................ 14
Chapter 2-3. Zoom .......................................................................................................... 14
Chapter 2-4. CH+ & CH- .................................................................................................15
Chapter 2-5. Audio & Mute.............................................................................................. 15
Chapter 2-6. Addressable DVR Control Button............................................................... 15
Chapter 2-7. NTSC/PAL.................................................................................................. 15
Chapter 2-8. Language.................................................................................................... 15
Chapter 2-9. ESC/Shutdown Procedure.......................................................................... 15
Chapter 2-10. OK/Cancel Button..................................................................................... 15
CHAPTER 3. PTZ CONTROL ...............................................................................................16
Chapter 3-1. Instant PTZ Controllable Mode................................................................... 16
Chapter 3-2. Remote Controller & PTZ........................................................................... 16
Chapter 3-3. Recall Presets ............................................................................................16
CHAPTER 4. RECORDING...................................................................................................17
Chapter 4-1. Start Recording........................................................................................... 17
Chapter 4-2. Manual Recording ......................................................................................17
Chapter 4-3. Schedule Recording................................................................................... 17
Chapter 4-4. Alarm Switch Activation Recording............................................................. 17
Chapter 4-5. Motion Detection Recording....................................................................... 17
CHAPTER 5. PLAYBACK...................................................................................................... 18
Chapter 5-1. Time Search ...............................................................................................18
Chapter 5-2. Event Search.............................................................................................. 18
Chapter 5-3. REC Search................................................................................................ 19
Chapter 5-4. Other Playback Features............................................................................19
CHAPTER 6. MENU SYSTEM ..............................................................................................21
Chapter 6-1. Setup Menu................................................................................................ 21
Chapter 6-2. Camera Setup ............................................................................................21

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Chapter 6-2-1. Camera Name .................................................................................. 21
Chapter 6-2-2. Channel Enable ................................................................................22
Chapter 6-2-3. Video Setup ...................................................................................... 23
Chapter 6-2-4. Video Loss Detection........................................................................ 23
Chapter 6-2-5. Noise Filter........................................................................................ 23
Chapter 6-3. Monitor Setup............................................................................................. 23
Chapter 6-3-1. Main Alarm Switching ........................................................................ 25
Chapter 6-3-2. Sequence Time.................................................................................25
Chapter 6-3-3. SPOT/QUAD Sequence .................................................................... 25
Chapter 6-3-4. SPOT/QUAD Sequence Time............................................................ 25
Chapter 6-3-5. SPOTAlarm Switch Time................................................................... 25
Chapter 6-4. Record Setup.............................................................................................. 25
Chapter 6-4-1. Record Quality.................................................................................. 25
Chapter 6-4-2. Frame Rate....................................................................................... 26
Chapter 6-4-3. Recording Mode ............................................................................... 26
Chapter 6-4-4. Audio................................................................................................. 26
Chapter 6-4-5. Pre-alarm Recording......................................................................... 26
Chapter 6-4-6. Post-alarm Recording....................................................................... 26
Chapter 6-4-7. Resolution......................................................................................... 26
Chapter 6-4-8. GOP.................................................................................................. 27
Chapter 6-4-9. Schedule........................................................................................... 27
Chapter 6-4-10. HDD Overwritten............................................................................. 27
Chapter 6-4-11. Limited Recording........................................................................... 27
Chapter 6-5. Alarm Setup................................................................................................28
Chapter 6-5-1. Alarm Input Type............................................................................... 28
Chapter 6-5-2. Motion Enable................................................................................... 28
Chapter 6-5-3. Sensitivity.......................................................................................... 28
Chapter 6-5-4. Motion Area Set ................................................................................ 28
Chapter 6-5-5. Motion Tracer....................................................................................29
Chapter 6-5-6. Alarm Time........................................................................................29
Chapter 6-5-7. Buzzer Enable .................................................................................. 29
Chapter 6-5-8. Button Sound.................................................................................... 29
Chapter 6-6. System Setup............................................................................................. 30
Chapter 6-6-1. Date/Time .........................................................................................30
Chapter 6-6-2. HDD Information............................................................................... 31
Chapter 6-6-3. Password/Access ............................................................................. 31
Chapter 6-6-4. LOG View ......................................................................................... 32
Chapter 6-6-5. Factory Reset ................................................................................... 33
Chapter 6-6-6. DVR/RS-485 ID ................................................................................ 33

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Chapter 6-6-7. Video System.................................................................................... 33
Chapter 6-6-8. Firmware Update ..............................................................................33
Chapter 6-6-9. Language.......................................................................................... 34
Chapter 6-6-10. Live Audio....................................................................................... 34
Chapter 6-7. Network ......................................................................................................35
Chapter 6-7-1. Port Number ..................................................................................... 35
Chapter 6-7-2. DDNS................................................................................................ 35
Chapter 6-8. PTZ Setup ..................................................................................................35
Chapter 6-8-1. PTZ Model & Baud Rate................................................................... 36
Chapter 6-8-2. Preset Setup..................................................................................... 36
Chapter 6-8-3. Preset ............................................................................................... 36
Chapter 6-8-4. Dwell................................................................................................. 36
Chapter 6-8-5. Speed................................................................................................ 36
Chapter 6-8-6. Position............................................................................................. 37
Chapter 6-8-7. IRIS & Auto IRIS ............................................................................... 37
Chapter 6-8-8. Focus & Auto Focus.......................................................................... 37
Chapter 6-8-9. Save Presets.....................................................................................37
Chapter 6-8-10. Clear All Preset............................................................................... 37
Chapter 6-9. Backup........................................................................................................ 38
Chapter 6-9-1. FTP Download.................................................................................. 38
CHAPTER 7. FILE PLAYBACK.............................................................................................. 39
Chapter 7-1. Play AVI File on PC ....................................................................................39
Chapter 7-2. Play MPEG-4 Files..................................................................................... 39
Chapter 7-2-1. Play MPEG-4 Audio.......................................................................... 39
CHAPTER 8. NETWORK ......................................................................................................41
Chapter 8-1-1. Configuration .................................................................................... 41
Chapter 8-1-2. Internet Ports ....................................................................................41
Chapter 8-2. Access the DVR via Internet Browser.......................................................... 42
Chapter 8-2-1. Before Using Internet........................................................................ 43
Chapter 8-2-2. Logon................................................................................................ 43
Chapter 8-2-3. Show Frame Size ............................................................................. 43
Chapter 8-2-4. Split Window Display Buttons ........................................................... 44
Chapter 8-2-5. Hyper Link Panel .............................................................................. 44
Chapter 8-2-6. Playback Over Network .................................................................... 44
Chapter 8-2-7. Save JPEG file.................................................................................. 46
Chapter 8-2-8. Network Audio................................................................................... 46
Chapter 8-3. Configure the DVR via Web page ..............................................................46
Chapter 8-3-1 Camera Setting...................................................................................46
Chapter 8-3-2 Recording Setting ............................................................................... 47

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Chapter 8-3-3 Recording Schedule Table..................................................................47
Chapter 8-3-4 Alarm Setting ...................................................................................... 48
Chapter 8-3-5 Alarm E-mail........................................................................................ 48
Chapter 8-3-6 Network Setting .................................................................................. 49
Chapter 8-3-7 System Setting....................................................................................49
Chapter 8-3-7-1 Timer ......................................................................................... 49
Chapter 8-3-7-2 User Setting ..............................................................................50
Chapter 8-3-7-3 System Status........................................................................... 50
Chapter 8-3-7-4 Firmware update....................................................................... 51
Chapter 8-3-8 Backup................................................................................................ 51
CHAPTER 9. KEYBOARD CONNECTION............................................................................54
Chapter 9-1. Connection Between a DVR and a Keyboard......................................54
Chapter 9-2. Daisy Chain Connections of DVRs and a Keyboard............................54
Chapter 9-3. Connections between a DVR and multiple PTZs.................................. 55
Chapter 9-4. Connection between multiple DVRs and multiple keyboards ............... 56
Chapter 9-5. Operating a Keyboard for Controlling DVRs and PTZs ......................57
Chapter 9-5-1. Switch to DVR Control Mode....................................................... 57
Chapter 9-6. Control DVR’s Multiplexer Features..................................................... 57
Chapter 9-7. Control DVR’s Menu Setup.................................................................. 58
Chapter 9-7-1. OK or Cancel button in Submenu System.................................. 59
Chapter 9-8. Control DVR Playback .........................................................................59
Chapter 9-9. Control PTZ.......................................................................................... 60
Chapter 9-10. Control a DVR’s Spot Monitor............................................................60
APPENDIX.............................................................................................................................. 62
APPENDIX A. Connect to External SATA RAID ...............................................................62
APPENDIX B. Connect External Alarm Switches............................................................. 63
APPENDIX C. RS-485 Input and Output Pin Assignment................................................64
APPENDIX D. Hard Disk Drive Support List ....................................................................64
APPENDIX E. Supported DVD/RW Drive ........................................................................65
APPENDIX F. Hard Disk Recording Table........................................................................65
SPECIFICATION..................................................................................................................... 66

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CHAPTER 1. SYSTEMS OVERVIEW
Chapter 1-1. Front Panel
Front View of PDR-6160 & PDR-6080
Front View of PDR-6040
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1. LED status panel
Please see system LED status panel. 12. Down button a. Move cursor down at menu mode.
b. Tilt down at PTZ control mode.
2. Split-display/camera buttons
a. 4, 8, 9, 13, 16 split-
display when mode
switch is on (PDR-6160 & PDR-6080
only)
b. Camera selection mode
13. Right button
a. Move cursor right in menu.
b. Pan right at PTZ control mode.
c. Increase a value.
3. Left button
a. Move cursor left at menu setup.
b. Pan left at PTZ control mode.
c. Decrease a value.
14. Shuttle ring (PDR-6160 & PDR-6080 only)
a. Fast forward video at playback mode
b. Instant video FR or instant event list at
live mode
4. Enter button
a. Enter operation in menu setup.
b. Instant PTZ camera selection at live
mode.
c. Camera active mode
15. IR receiver
5. Up button
a. Move cursor up in menu.
b. Tilt up at PTZ control mode.
16. USB 2.0 connector
USB flash disk
6. Jog dial (PDR-6160 & PDR-6080 only)
a. Play recorded image frame by frame
at playback mode.
b. Perform zoom in and out on a PTZ
device at live mode.
17. Storage panel opening button
7. Rec button
Start recording operation or stop the
recording task.
18. Built-in DVD/RW drive
8. Play button
a. Invoke playback selection menu.
b. Replay after FF, FR, Pause, stepping
when playing video.
19. Emergency ejecting hole for DVD/RW tray
9. Pause button 20. Removable HDD tray
10. Stop video playback button 21. Removable HDD lock
11. Mode switch for split-display or
camera selection
(PDR-6160 & PDR-6080 only)
22. Menu button
23. ESC/shutdown button
24. Backup button

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Chapter 1-2. Rear View
Rear View of PDR-6160
Rear View of PDR-6080
Rear View of PDR-6040
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1. Spot/quad output
a. Spot/quad accessible by keyboard.
b. Each spot output can be
programmable for alarmed camera
display and sequence display.
11. Alarm I/O
Alarm input switches, 1 N/O alarm
output, and 1 N/C alarm output
2. Main output
12. e-SATA connectors Two e-SATA (PDR-6160 & PDR-6080)
connectors for external SATA RAID
One e-SATA for PDR-6040
3. External IR receiver (RCA) 13. RJ-45 Keyboard-in (PDR-6160 & PDR-
6080 only)
Connected from previous DVR’s
keyboard output in daisy chain.
4. Audio inputs
Four RCA audio connectors 14. RJ-45 Keyboard-out Connect to the next DVR’s input.
RJ-45 connector
5. Audio output 15. Looping—camera looping
6. PS/2 mouse 16. Video in—16-channel analog video
7. USB mouse 17. Fan
8. VGA output 18. Power switch
9. Network RJ-45 connector 19. Power connector
AC 110V or 220V power input
10. RS-485 out—PTZ devices 20. Mouse input (top) / Reserved (bottom)
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:
PDR-6160 and PDR-6080 PDR-6040
POWER ALARM
HDD 1
USB
REC
HDD 2
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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 HDD 2 Slave HDD recording indicator Green (blinking)
6 USB USB portable disk connected indicator Green (blinking)
7 BACKUP Backup LED indicator (PDR-6040 only) Green (blinking)

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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.
DVR operational keys (gray area)
MENU Setup menu
ESC Escape/exit
ZOOM Digital video zooming
REC Record/stop recording
FREEZE Live video freeze
Pause
Playback
Stop
Fast forward
Fast rewind
Next single channel
Previous single channel
4 split display
8 split display
9 split display
13 split display
16 split display
PIP mode
SEQ Sequential display
MUTE Mute
AUDIO Audio on
BACKUP Video backup
DVR Addressable DVR control
NTSC/PAL Video system
LANGUAGE Language selection
PTZ features (yellow area) DVR & PTZ hybrid keys (blue area)
Auto Pan Perform auto pan feature Move up/tilt up
Zoom in Zoom in of a fast dome camera Move down/tilt down
Zoom out Zoom out of a fast dome camera Move left/pan left
Preset Call preset of a fast dome camera Move right/pan right
Enter/set
Numerical keys (green area)
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Chapter 1-5. Jog & Shuttle
Jog & shuttle menu—The DVR adopts Jog & Shuttle mainly in menu system and video
playback modes. In menu setup mode, rolling Jog is to move the cursor of the menu system
up or down. Shuttle moves the cursor of the menu system left or right.
Jog & shuttle during video playback-- During video playback, Jog & Shuttle acts as
conventional VCR for video stepping forward (rewind) and fast forward (rewind).
Instant rewind & event list modes—Turning shuttle ring left invokes Instant Rewind feature.
Instant Rewind rewinds and plays the recorded video from the moment of the operation in
backward. It allows that the operator can instantly review the video few seconds or few
minutes ago.
Turning shuttle ring right invokes event list (Instant Event). Operator can quick scan through
the event list for suspicious events. Instant Rewind and Instant Event features are identical
by pressing FF or FR button on the remote controller or a keyboard in live monitoring mode.
Jog for PTZ mode—Dialing jog dial in clockwise for a controlled PTZ camera can perform
zooming in action for the PTZ device. Dial jog dial in counter clockwise for zooming out
operation of the PTZ camera.
Chapter 1-6. Mouse System
The DVR has both USB and PS/2 mouse interface. A user can connect either USB mouse
or PS/2 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.
Mouse drag—For channel editing, perform mouse drag that can drag one camera and
switch with another camera. 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.
Right mouse click
Mouse scroll
Left mouse click/
Left mouse double click/
mouse drag

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Chapter 1-6-1. 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.
LIVE
SETUP
PLAYBACK
MOTION
ZOOM
SEQUENCE
SHUTDOWN
Chapter 1-7. 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, the keypad, or keyboard(s).

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Chapter 1-8. 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, the keypad, or a keyboard.
The icons of the DVR are described in the follow table:
Mouse menu
Controlled DVR ID/RS-485 ID
The DVR’s ID/RS-485 ID address
Manual recording mode
Schedule recording mode
Zoom mode
Sequence mode
Remote controller preset mode
Network connection indicator
Audio on/off indicator

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CHAPTER 2. DVR OPERATIONS
Most of the time, the DVR is operated at the surveillance/live mode. In live monitoring mode,
the information of screen layout and symbols are described in this section.
SCREEN LAYOUT
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①Recording indicator
②Date
③Time
④HDD recording percentage
⑤Task bar
Chapter 2-1. Sequential Display
The DVR provides multiplexer feature displaying each camera in full screen
sequentially in specific time period. To perform sequential display, simply press
SEQ button on the remote controller or a keyboard. The sequence icon shows on
the task bar for indicating the DVR is in sequence status. To perform sequence
using mouse, please click on Mouse Menu->Sequence.
Chapter 2-2. Freeze
In live monitoring and playback modes, the DVR provides screen-freezing
feature in which suspicious individuals can be determined. To freeze the
screen, press Freeze button on the remote controller. Press the button
again to cancel this operation.
Chapter 2-3. Zoom
The DVR provides digital zooming capability in screen freezing, live monitoring,
and video playback modes. To perform this feature, press Zoom button on the
remote controller. Once the DVR is in zooming status, press Up, Down, Left, or
Right buttons to move the zooming window around to view other portion of the channel.
Press the Zoom button again can cancel the zooming window and back to normal screen.
To perform zoom feature using a mouse, please first double click on a camera channel for
camera’s full screen. Once the camera is in full screen mode, perform mouse drag on the video.

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Chapter 2-4. CH+ & CH-
In case of scanning through cameras in full screen, channel buttons, CH+ &
CH- can be used to monitor all cameras.
Chapter 2-5. Audio & Mute
Once the audio channel is properly setup, the DVR can output the live audio.
To disable live audio, one can press Mute button. To enable live audio,
press Audio button.
Chapter 2-6. Addressable DVR Control Button
To control one of the DVRs using only one remote controller, please press on the
addressable DVR control button followed by the DVR ID. The rest of the DVRs
are in sleeping mode until one of the DVRs gets called.
Chapter 2-7. NTSC/PAL
To change video system, press on NTSC/PAL button. Password is required if a
user presses on this button.
Chapter 2-8. Language
The DVR provides multi-language on screen display (OSD) support. To change
from one language to another, simply press on Language button.
Chapter 2-9. ESC/Shutdown Procedure
To properly shutdown the DVR, please press ESC/Shutdown button for a second. A
password dialog box shows up. Please provide administrator password to perform the task.
Power off the DVR without proper shutdown procedure that it may corrupt a video file. File
recovery procedure may start to recovery the video file when booting up the system.
Chapter 2-10. OK/Cancel Button
The DVR has OK/Cancel operation in menu/submenu system. To perform this operation,
the user can press Menu for OK or ESC for cancel on the keypad or the remote controller.
For keyboard, please press SET button for OK or CANCEL button for cancel.

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CHAPTER 3. PTZ CONTROL
PTZ device can be controlled in live monitoring mode and PTZ setup mode via the keypad
and/or the remote controller. The rest of the chapter describes the ways of controlling PTZ
devices using the keypad and a remove controller.
Chapter 3-1. Instant PTZ Controllable Mode
Instantly controllable PTZ camera (active camera) is shown in yellow color at the camera
name/number in live monitoring mode indicating that the camera can be instantly controlled
for PTZ operations. Moving the active camera sequentially, one can simply press the Enter
button on the remote controller. Once a camera is in active mode (text in yellow), major PTZ
features can be easily performed.
Chapter 3-2. Remote Controller & PTZ
PTZ buttons are framed in yellow that contain auto panning, zooming, and zooming out.
Other PTZ and DVR buttons are shown in blue on remote controller. The details are
described as below:
①Tilting the PTZ device up
②Tilting the PTZ device down
③Panning the PTZ device left
④Panning the PTZ device right
⑤Perform auto panning of the PTZ device
⑥Perform zooming in of the PTZ device
⑦Perform zooming out of the PTZ device
⑧Calling presets
Chapter 3-3. Recall Presets
To call a preset, please follow the following instructions:
 Press Preset button to enable the calling preset mode.
 In Preset mode, preset 01 to 64 directly to recall preset points of the PTZ
device.
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CHAPTER 4. RECORDING
Chapter 4-1. Start Recording
The DVR automatically performs recording task after power on. Press REC button on the
keypad or the remote controller that it can change the recording mode from schedule
recording to manual recording. Press REC button again. The DVR returns back to schedule
recording again.
Chapter 4-2. Manual Recording
Manual recording is equivalent to emergency recording. In manual recording mode, the
DVR records all the cameras based on recording frame rate. In many cases, there might be
a situation. A user might want to record all the cameras for suspicious events. Manual
recording can now be used for an emergency. If there are motion triggerings or alarm
switches set for the DVR, the events can be recorded in the DVR’s event log.
Chapter 4-3. Schedule Recording
For storage consideration, there are many applications that may be required to record video
after motion triggerings or alarm activations. Schedule recording can be used that the DVR
records video based on motion or alarm triggerings for certain hours. The schedule table can
be preprogrammed to meet the recording requirement.
Chapter 4-4. Alarm Switch Activation Recording
Recording operation can be triggered by an external alarm switch. An external alarm switch
can activate the DVR for recording. Proper settings such as Alarm Rec Duration and
activation type (N/O or N/C) should be configured before operation. Once one of the alarm
switches gets triggered, the alarm icon (yellow bell) shows at the bottom of each camera
channel.
Chapter 4-5. Motion Detection Recording
Motion detection is very useful feature of the DVR that the intrusion detection of a camera
can be detected. Motion detection recording sensors motion variation, and it triggers the
DVR to perform recording task. Once motion detection is activated, the motioned channel
shows an alarm icon (little man in yellow) on the screen to inform users.

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CHAPTER 5. PLAYBACK
To playback, please press Play button on the remote controller, a keyboard, or the keypad.
A playback message box shows up for searching video clips. The details are described in
the following sections:
Chapter 5-1. Time Search
Time search feature can perform date and time search based on recorded video data. This
feature is very easy-to-use, and it allows a user to perform video searching task throughout
two hard disk drives. To perform time search operation, simply press Left or Right button on
the highlighted date or time field. To change the date and time, please press Up or Down
button.
Chapter 5-2. Event Search
Event list contains information including date, time, event type, and camera channel for the
event. There are external alarm event and motion alarm event that can be found in event list.
To filter out events, please set starting and ending time in the event search dialog box. To
view operation log, please see System->Log View for detail.
PLAYBACK
TIME SEARCH
EVENT SEARCH
RECORD SEARCH
DATE SEARCH
EVENTSEARCH
RECORD TIME EVENT
05/07/04 13:40:48 ALARM CH01
05/07/04 13:40:42 ALARM CH01
05/07/04 13:40:35 ALARM CH01
TIME SEARCH