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DVR User Manual
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 Introduction..................................................................................................................................................4
1.1 DVR Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................4
1.2 Main Features and Functions .......................................................................................................................................4
CHAPTER 2 Panel Functions...........................................................................................................................................7
2.1 Check Accessories .......................................................................................................................................................7
2.2 Front Panel & Interface Terminals.................................................................................................................................7
2.3 Rear Panel..................................................................................................................................................................10
2.4 Remote Controller Introduction...................................................................................................................................11
2.4.1 Use Remote Controller............................................................................................................................................................................. 11
2.4.2 Remote Controller.....................................................................................................................................................................................12
CHAPTER 3 Basic Operation Guide..............................................................................................................................14
3.1 How to Start DVR........................................................................................................................................................14
3.2 Main Menu Setting......................................................................................................................................................14
3.2.1 Basic Configuration...................................................................................................................................................................................16
3.2.2 Live Configuration.....................................................................................................................................................................................19
3.2.3 Record Configuration................................................................................................................................................................................20
3.2.4 Alarm Configuration..................................................................................................................................................................................22
3.2.5 PTZ Configuration.....................................................................................................................................................................................27
3.2.6 User Configuration....................................................................................................................................................................................29
3.2.7 Network Configuration..............................................................................................................................................................................31
3.2.8 Manager Tools..........................................................................................................................................................................................37
3.3 Shortcut Menu ............................................................................................................................................................41
3.3.1 PTZ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................41
3.3.2 Search......................................................................................................................................................................................................42
3.3.3 Information................................................................................................................................................................................................48
3.3.4 Other.........................................................................................................................................................................................................48
CHAPTER 4 Remote Surveillance..................................................................................................................................49
4.1 Accessing DVR...........................................................................................................................................................49
4.1.1 Accessing DVR in LAN.............................................................................................................................................................................49

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4.1.2 Accessing DVR in WAN............................................................................................................................................................................50
4.2 Main Interface.............................................................................................................................................................52
4.2.1 Login.........................................................................................................................................................................................................53
4.2.2 Snap Picture.............................................................................................................................................................................................54
4.2.3 Parameter Settings...................................................................................................................................................................................54
4.2.4 Record......................................................................................................................................................................................................54
4.2.5 Camera Audio...........................................................................................................................................................................................54
4.2.6 DVR Status Panel.....................................................................................................................................................................................54
4.3 Remote Playback and Search ....................................................................................................................................55
4.3.1 Remote Playback......................................................................................................................................................................................55
4.3.2 Other Functions........................................................................................................................................................................................57
4.4 Remote DVR Configuration ........................................................................................................................................60
4.4.1 Basic Configuration...................................................................................................................................................................................61
4.4.2 Live Configuration.....................................................................................................................................................................................62
4.4.3 Record Configuration................................................................................................................................................................................63
4.4.4 Alarm Configuration..................................................................................................................................................................................65
4.4.5 Network Configuration..............................................................................................................................................................................65
4.4.6 User Configuration....................................................................................................................................................................................65
4.4.7 Manage Tools ...........................................................................................................................................................................................66
4.5 Remote PTZ ...............................................................................................................................................................67
CHAPTER 5 Operation with Mouse ...............................................................................................................................70
5.1 Switch Channel...........................................................................................................................................................70
5.2 Enter Menu List ..........................................................................................................................................................70
5.2.1 Search......................................................................................................................................................................................................70
5.2.2 Configuration............................................................................................................................................................................................70
5.2.3 PTZ Control..............................................................................................................................................................................................70
5.2.4 Stop Record/Start Record.........................................................................................................................................................................71
5.3 Fast Reverse and Fast Forward .................................................................................................................................72
CHAPTER 6 Mobile Surveillance ...................................................................................................................................73
6.1 By Smart Phone with WinCE Operating System ........................................................................................................73
6.2 By Smart Phone with Symbian Operating System......................................................................................................76
CHAPTER 7 Frequently Asked Questions ....................................................................................................................80
Appendix A Standard & Specifications.........................................................................................................................84

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Appendix B Record Capacity.........................................................................................................................................86
Appendix C Abbreviation...............................................................................................................................................87

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CHAPTER 1 Introduction
1.1 DVR Introduction
This DVR adopts the unique solution of Dual Stream technology, utilizing standard H.264 algorithm, combined currently
fashionable outline design and the latest advanced video compression format, with a main processor that can process
the signal of DVR recording and the signal of internet transmission simultaneously, and, more distinctively, embedding the
independent LCD monitor screen on the front panel. This solution allows that this DVR has powerful internet function of
completely remote control, good internet speed, and high-quality picture recording with very low bit rate that saves HDD
space to ensure the long-time recording.
1.2 Main Features and Functions
LIVE SURVEILLANCE
•Support channel security by hiding live display
•Display the local record state and basic information
•Two level password control: administrator and common user
•Support USB mouse and remote controller operation
•Combined LCD monitor screen with the body on the front panel
COMPRESSION FORMAT
•Standard H.264
RECORD MEDIA
•Support one SATA HDD to record

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BACKUP
•Support to backup via USB to USB flash memory
•Support to backup remotely by network client
•Two backup formats: DVR andAVI
RECORD & PLAYBACK
•Record modes: Manual operation, Sensor detection, Schedule record and Motion detection
•Support HDD recycle
•Support single channel playback
•Support four-channel playback on DVR
•Support deleting and locking recording files
•Support remote playback in Network Client through LAN or Internet
•Two record search modes: time search and event search
ALARM
•Four alarm inputs and one alarm output
PTZ CONTROL
•Support various PTZ protocols
•Support 16 PTZ presets
•Support remote PTZ control
COMMUNICATION PORT
•RS 485 communication port
NETWORK
•Support TCP/IP protocol
•Support remote DVR configuration
•Support static IP, dynamic IP (DHCP) and PPPoE
•Support DDNS: 88IP and DNS 2P

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•Real-time live surveillance, remote playback and remote backup
•Remote PTZ control and Preset setting
•Support IE browser
•Support Central Management software (short for CMS below) to manage multiple devices through Internet
•Support mobile view by phones and PDAs with WinCE or Symbian operating system

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CHAPTER 2 Panel Functions
Warning: Please make sure DVR is powered off when you connect other devices with it.
2.1 Check Accessories
When you receive the machine, please check accessories, and make sure you have complete parts.
Normally, accessories include one mouse, a power cable, and some screws for installing HDD.
2.2 Front Panel & Interface Terminals
The front panel sketch is shown as Fig. 2.1. All buttons on the front panel are indicated in the following table. But, as
continuous upgrading of the product, its appearance might be slightly different from what you get. Please refer to the real
object.

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Fig2.1 Front Panel
Items Names Functions
1 RECORD Record manually
2 /SEARCH 1. Suspend
2. Enter search mode in live

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Items Names Functions
3 +/REW 1. Increase the value in setup
2. Rewind
4 －/FF 1. Decrease the value in setup
2. Fast forward
5 ESC/STOP 1. Exit the current interface or status
2. Quit playback mode
6 MENU Enter menu in live
7 IR Receiver For sensing remote controller
8 Enter button To confirm the choice or setup
9 Direction button Move cursor in setup
10 USB To connect with mouse or USB devices like USB flash, USB HDD
for backup or updating firmware
THREE-DIMENSIONAL PROFILE

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2.3 Rear Panel
For the rear panel, please refer to the real object, which may slightly different from the figure below.
The rear panel sketch and interface buttons are shown as Fig 2.2
Fig2.2 Back Panel

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Items Names Functions
1 ALARM IN Connect to external sensor 1-4
2 ALARM OUT Relay output. Connect to external alarm.
3 GND Grounding
4 RS485 Connected to speed domes
5 NET(RJ45 PORT)
Connected to internet
6 AUDIO IN Audio input 1-2, connect to MIC or other audio capture devices
7 S-VIDEO S-Video output, connect to monitor
8 VIDEO OUT Connect to monitor
9 USB PORT To connect mouse or external USB devices like USB flash, USB
HDD for backup or update firmware
10 AUDIO OUT Audio output, connect to the sound box
11 VIDEO IN 4ch Video input
12 POWER INPUT DC 12V
13 POWER SWITCH Power on/off
2.4 Remote Controller Introduction
2.4.1 Use Remote Controller
Notice: Please note that Remote Controller is not a standard part of this DVR. Your package might exclude it.
Steps of using Remote Controller are described as below:
1. Open the battery cover of Remote Controller.
2. Put into two AAA batteries with correct order.
3. Put back the battery cover.
If the Remote Controller does not work, please check the followings:

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−Whether the battery’s anode and cathode are in the correct position
−Whether the power of the battery is run out
−Whether there is a barrier between Remote Controller and DVR
−Whether there are some signals which transmits from other devices disturbing Remote Controller
Notice: If the possibilities above are excluded, please contact with vendor to change a remote controller.
2.4.2 Remote Controller
The picture of remote controller is shown in Fig. 2.3.
Fig2.3 Remote Controller
All buttons on Remote Controller are described as table below.

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Items Names Functions
1 Power Button Shot shutdown to stop firmware running. Do it before power off.
2 INFOR Button Get information about the DVR like firmware version, HDD information
3 REC Button To record manually
4 Digital and letter
Buttons Input digital and letters or choose camera
5 Multi Screen Button To choose multi screen display mode
6 SEARCH Button To enter search mode
7 MENU Button To enter menu
8 ENTER Button To confirm the choice or setup
9 Direction Button Move cursor in setup or pan/title PTZ
10 +/- Button To increase or decrease the value in setup
11 Playback Control
Button To control playback, Fast forward/rewind/stop/single frame play
12 AUDIO Button To enable audio output in live mode
13 Auto Dwell Button To enter auto dwell mode
14 A Button Press the button to change input mode. Including switches among
capital letter, small letter, digital number and special symbols
15 PTZ Control Button To control PTZ camera
Move camera/ZOOM/FOCUS/IRIS/SPEED control

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CHAPTER 3 Basic Operation Guide
3.1 How to Start DVR
Notice: Before to power machine, please make sure the power input is eligible for local power supply.
Please observe steps below to start DVR:
STEP1 Connect DVR to AC adaptor and plug in.
STEP2 Turn on the DVR.
STEP3 Wait for DVR to initialize.
After DVR is powered on, ‘STARTING……’ appears on the screen, which indicates DVR is initializing.
When ‘WELCOME’ is displayed, you have been in live display mode. You can press "Menu" button to enter Main Menu.
The symbols displayed on the screen are explained as following table.
Symbol Meaning Symbol Meaning
LIVE Live state REC Manual record
A Sensor record M Motion record
DISK Ratio of using HDD
space V-LOSS Video loss
3.2 Main Menu Setting
There is a super administrator in the DVR. The super administrator has all setting purview. His username is "Admin", and
password is "123456". Steps of entering the Main Menu are described as below:
Notice:All of following instructions, as an example, are the steps operated only by Remote Controller. For USB mouse operation, much easier,
please operate according to dialogue boxes and menu items. If to operate by the front panel buttons, it does not support the control to PTZ. For all
other operations, they are same with that of the remote controller.

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STEP1 Press "Menu" button, input username and password in the Login interface (as Fig. 3.1), and then you will see
the Main Menu (as Fig. 3.2).
STEP2 Move cursor, and the selected items will be highlighted by yellow
STEP3 Press "Enter" key to enter the sub-menu, and press "Menu" key to get back to Main Menu
The structure of the main menu is shown in Fig3.3.
Fig3.2 Main MenuFig3.1 Login

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Fig3.3 Structure of Main Menu
3.2.1 Basic Configuration
Basic Configuration menu is shown as Fig. 3.4.

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1. VIDEO FORMAT
There are two video formats: NTSC and PAL. Please select according to your standard.
2. TIME POSITION
This item is for setting up the displaying position of the time. There are three options:
•TOP: Time is displayed on top of the screen.
•BOTTOM: Time is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
•NO: Not display time on the screen
3. VGA RESOLUTION
Users can choose VGA resolution in this item.
Fig3.4 Basic Configuration
Fig3.5 Time Adjust

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4. Language
There are two kinds of languages English and Spanish to be selected.
5. DVR NAME
Users can set DVR name with letters from ‘a’ to ‘z’ or numbers from ‘0’ to ‘9’.
STEP1 Press "A" button to switch the inputting mode
STEP2 Modify the DVR name.
STEP3 Press "Enter" key to confirm the operation.
6. DVR ID
DVR ID consists of three numbers.
STEP1 Move the cursor to the item.
STEP2 Press "Enter" key to modify numbers.
STEP3 Input three numbers, and then press "Enter" key to confirm the modified parameter.
STEP4 Press "OK" button to confirm the operation.
7. DATE FORMAT
There are three date formats:
•Asian Date format: YY/MM/DD
•European Date format: DD/MM/YY
•American Date format: MM/DD/YY
8. TIME ADJUSTMENT
Time Adjustment menu is shown as Fig. 3.5. Please stop recording before to adjust time.
STEP1 Move the cursor to the item.
STEP2 Modify numbers by "+" and "-" buttons.
STEP3 Press "Enter" key to confirm the operation.
Notice: If the time that you adjust is less than the current time, the record between adjusted time and current time will be deleted
automatically.
9. BUZZER ALARM
There are seven options to choose: always( continuous buzzer), 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 30 seconds, 1 minute, 2
minutes and 4 minutes.