Lorex DM111 Safety guide

Digital Monitoring System
Starter’s Guide
DM111
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuit to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communication. However there is no Guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna increases the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to switch the
receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department
of Communications.
Because our products are subject to continuous improvement, SVC reserves the right to modify product design and specifications without
notice and without incurring any obligation. E &O.E.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 SYSTEM OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.3 SYSTEM CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.4 VIDEO IMAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
3 APPLICATION SOFTWARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.1 DMRS MAIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.1.1 Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.1.2 DMRS Main - ICONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
3.1.3 Program Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.1.4 Advanced Camera Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1.5 Viewing Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.1.6 JPEG Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.2 DMRS VIEWER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3.2.1 DMRS Viewer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3.2.2 Remote Control Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
3.2.3 Searching a Recorded file. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
3.2.4 Viewing Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
3.3 DMRS CLIENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
3.3.1 Run DMRS Client . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
3.3.2 Main menu of DMRS Client application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
3.3.3 Setup Connection Device Using Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
3.3.4 Setting Up The Camera Configuration Of Local PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
NEED ASSISTANCE
Should you need more information that was not found in this manual you can reach
our automated support services 24 hours a day, every day.The services contain
the most up to date information about our products.You can access installation
instructions, trouble shooting information and general product information.
Our website is: www.strategicvista.com
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
There are 2 options available for technical support:
•Online Option: Please visit our website at www.strategicvista.com for free
technical assistance anytime.
•Telephone Support: Should you need to talk to a DMRS technician, you may
access our telephone support line.This service is provided free for the first 90
days. Call toll free 1-877-304-3226.
3.3.4 Setting Up The Camera Configuration Of Local PC
DMRS allows user to setup or change the camera configuration of Local PC when user is
in remote site.
Please check chapter 3.3.3 to Setup Connection Device for local and remote PC.
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1. Introduction
1.1 System Overview
Now you can easily turn your PC into a video security monitoring system with the Video
Grabber™ Digital Monitoring System.The Video Grabber™ and DMRS Application software
allows you to connect a security camera directly to your PC to monitor your home, store or
business. By loading the software on a second PC, you can now access the camera image
remotely for total security protection.
If movement is detected when using the motion sensor option, an alarm will sound to alert
you of potential trouble.With Video Grabber™ Digital Monitoring System, you can program
your system to automatically call the telephone, cell phone or pager number, which you
have designated or digitally record the picture to the PC’s hard drive.View, setup and con-
figure the video security cameras from a remote computer location with TCP/IP or modem
dial up option to monitor and protect your business or home from across the hall or around
the world.
1.2 Minimum System Requirements
Pentium II 350 MHZ processor or faster
64 MB RAM memory
Windows 98/ ME
16 Bit or Higher VGA Card
36,000 bps or faster voice modem
800 x 600 High color Display
8 bit or higher PCI sound Card
CD Rom Drive required for software installation
1.3 System Contents
System Includes:
Video Grabber
USB Cable
Owners Manual
DMRS Application
Quick Setup Guide
1.4 Video Image
Size of video
- 320*240 pixels per video window
Colors
- High Color (16 bit)
Video compression type
- JPEG + Proprietary algorithm
Network Option
1. LOCAL SITE SETUP:
(Note: This has to be done at the local PC with DMRS Main program)
a. Click the Hammer icon to enter “Program Configuration” dialog box
under DMRS Main application.
b. Check "Open Remote Control Function".
c. Select Network as your connection device from the drop-down list.
d. Click the button to save your settings and exit Program Configuration
dialog box.
CONNECTION:
Click the connection icon to view the picture from the remote location.
The user should make sure that the settings on the Local PC matches the setting
given below.
2. REMOTE SITE SETUP:
a) Click the Hammer icon to enter DMRS Client dialog box.
b) Check on TCP/IP option
c) Enter the Local PC IP Address given by the ISP (Internet Service Provider).
d) Enter your password if the did setup password at the local PC (refer to section 3.1.3.D).
Note:The password entered here must be exactly the same with that you entered on
the local PC password, or your access will be denied.
e) Click the button to save your settings and exit DMRS Client dialog box.

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Frame rate of displaying video image
- 5 fps (frames per second)
Frame rate of saving video image
- 4 fps
Frame rate of transmitting video image
- 1 fps for 33600 bps Modem
- 4 fps for Network
2. Installation
1. UNPACK SYSTEM CONTENTS
Remove the contents contained in your system
Video Grabber with DMRS 1.1 Starter’s Guide
USB Cable* Application Software
2. INSTALL DMRS SOFTWARE
IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not connect Video Grabber™ to your PC until installing
the DMRS 1.1 Application Software.
a. Insert DMRS 1.1 Application software into the PC’s CD Rom Drive. Select the
language, then, click on the ‘OK’ button to access the installation screen.
Modem Dial Up Option
1. LOCAL SITE SETUP:
(Note:This has to be done on the local PC with DMRS Main program)
a) Click the Hammer icon to enter the "Program Configuration" dialog box.
b) Check "Open Remote Control Function".
c) Choose "Current Modem Type" from the drop down list.
d) Click the button to save your setting and exit "Program
Configuration" dialog box.
Note: We highly recommend user to use external modem instead of internal modem.
2. REMOTE (CLIENT) SITE SETUP:
a) Click the Hammer icon to enter DMRS Client dialog box.
b) Check on Modem button.
c) Choose your modem model from the drop down list.
d) Enter the local PC’s telephone number.
e) Enter your password.
(Note:This safety feature is prompted only if this safety feature
was set – refer to section 3.1.3 D.) Note: The password entered here must be exactly
the same with that you entered on the local PC password, or your access will be
denied.
f) Click the button to save these settings and exit DMRS Client dialog
box.
CONNECTION:
Click the connection icon to view the picture from the remote location.
The user should make sure that the settings on the Local PC matches the setting
given below.

3.3.2 Main menu of DMRS Client application
# Functional Description
Click to start the connection. Once connected, you can view live
video from the remote PC.
Click to cut off connection between Local & Remote PC.
Click this icon to close your DMRS Client application down.You
can also click icon to shut down this application.
Click to open the DMRS Client configuration dialog box.
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b. Continue following the directions on the screen until reaching the User Information
Screen. Enter your name, company (if applicable), and the serial number of the CD –
located on the inside flap of the CD case.
Note: * Video Grabber device is built-in into the Lorex SG7892UWQ Monitor.
c. Continue clicking the ‘NEXT’ button for standard (recommended) installation. After
installing the DMRS software, restart your computer.
3. CONNECT HARDWARE DEVICE
a. Connect a Video Device (e.g. Camcorder, Video Security Camera Etc.) to Video
Grabber™
b. Insert one end of the USB Cable into Video Grabber™, the other end into the USB
port of your computer.The computer will automatically detect a new hardware
device.
3.3.3 Setup Connection Device Using Modem

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4. INSTALL VIDEO DRIVER – STEP 1
Two Video Drivers are required in order to operate Video Grabber™.These drivers are
located on the DMRS 1.1 Application Software which is included with your system. To
load these drivers to your hard drive, proceed with the following steps.
a. Click ‘Next’ to enter the Scanner and Camera installation Wizard Screen.
b. Select the Winbond Electronic Inc. option, followed by pressing the Next button
5. INSTALL VIDEO DRIVER – STEP 2
Select (LPT1) option, followed by pressing the Next button. As each new screen
appears, continue clicking on the Next button followed by clicking the Finish button.
3.3 DMRS Client
This module allows the user to remotely view the camera location using standard dial up or
Network connection.The user has the option to change the DMRS functions from the
remote site location. Before continuing, please make sure the local and remote PC are
connected to the Modem or Network.
3.3.1 Run DMRS Client
To run DMRS Client: Go the Start > Programs > Digital Monitoring and Recording
System > and Click the DMRS Client.

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6. INSTALL VIDEO DRIVER – STEP 3
Restart your computer in order to complete the set up procedure.
3. Application Software
There are three main options in the Video Grabber™ Digital Monitoring System. A brief
explanation regarding each function is outlined in this Starter’s Guide.To learn more
about these applications, refer to the Help Menu.
DMRS Main – This is the principle module in the DMRS Software. Use DMRS main to
view the camera locally. Note: DMRS Main must be activated in order for DMRS Client
to be used.
DMRS Viewer – This module allows the user to view a recorded picture saved to the
computer’s hard drive during alarm recording or continuous recording. DMRS Viewer
allows the user to digitally freeze and zoom in on a recorded frame.
DMRS Client – This module allows the user to remotely view the camera location-using
standard dial up modem connection or using TCP/IP.The user has the option to change
the DMRS functions from the remote location.
DMRS CLIENT

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3.2.3 Searching a Recorded file
DMRS allows you to quickly find the video frame at a certain time.
1. Click the "Search" icon.
2. Enter the desired time and search range.
(Note: The search range can be given in
Seconds, Minutes or Hours. If you give 30 minutes as Search range, the DMRS will
start searching and shows all video frames recorded during the desired time ± 30
minutes.)
3. Click the Search icon to start the search process.
Note: No image will appear on the screen if nothing was detected during the specified
time frame.
3.2.4 Viewing Options
Two viewing options are available:
< F1 > Change to Full Screen window size
< F2 > Back to normal size
DMRS MAIN

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3.1 DMRS MAIN
3.1.1 Main Screen
DMRS is the principle module used in the digital monitoring system. It is used to view cam-
eras locally (e.g. directly connected to the user’s PC.). DMRS main must be activated in
order for the user to operate DMRS Viewer and DMRS Client.
3.2.2 Remote Control Functions
Icon Functional Description
Time, Month,Year Read out box.
Used to open a recorded video file.
Start the playback of recorded video file
Stop
Pause the playback
Advance to the next video frame
Go back to the previous video frame
Print the on-screen video frame with time stamp.
Click to close DMRS Viewer application.
Click this icon to open Search Setting dialog box.
Repeat Image sequence.
Negative Image
Sharpness
Adjust Gray Color

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3.2 DMRS Viewer
DMRS Viewer – This module allows the user to view a recorded picture saved to the
computer’s hard drive during alarm recording. DMRS Viewer allows the user to digitally
freeze and zoom in on a recorded frame.
3.2.1 DMRS Viewer
To run DMRS Viewer: Go to Start > Programs > Digital Monitoring and Recording
System > and click on the DMRS Viewer .
A. Viewing Digital Image
Follow the following steps to view a video, which has been recorded to your PC’s hard drive:
1. Press the “Open” button. Locate the file and press the
button.The picture will appear on your screen.
3.1.2 DMRS Main - ICONS
Icon Functional Description
Used to view software version.
Used to close DMRS Main application.You can also
click the icon to exit.
Used to load in an existing camera configuration file.
Used to Save a camera configuration.
Used to open the Program Configuration dialog box to
setup a camera, password and to activate the remote
control functions.
Used to open Camera Setting dialog box.
3.1.3 Program Configuration
When using Digital Monitoring System for the first time, the user must configure the software
settings. Follow the steps indicated below:
Click the Hammer icon to open the Program Configuration window.