Microjack AV 120H User manual

MicroJack
AV 30/ AV 120 / AV 120H
Digital Video Recording System
User’s Manual
P/N:300AABN5
Made in Taiwan

FCC NOTICE
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
commercial, industrial or business environment. This equipment can
generate, use and radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. 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.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV 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.
CAUTION ON MODIFICATIONS
To comply with the limits for the Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules, this device must be installed in computer equipment
certified to comply with the Class A limits. All cables used to connect the
computer and peripherals must be shielded and grounded. Operation with
non-certified computers or non-shielded cables may result in interference to
radio or television reception.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this
device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
CE NOTICE
This is a Class A product.
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DISCLAIMER
No warranty or representation, either expressed or implied, is made with
respect to the contents of this documentation, its quality, performance,
merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose. Information presented in
this documentation has been carefully checked for reliability; however, no
responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. The information contained in this
documentation is subject to change without notice.
In no event will MicroJack be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use this product
or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
TRADEMARKS
MicroJack is a trademark of MicroJack TECHNOLOGIES, Inc. IBM PC is a
registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Microsoft is a registered trademark and Windows is a trademark of Microsoft
Corporation. All other products or corporate names mentioned in this
documentation are for identification and explanation purposes only, and
may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
COPYRIGHT
2005 by MicroJack TECHNOLOGIES, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of
this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a
retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form by any means
without the written permission of MicroJack TECHNOLOGIES, Inc.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE ..............................................................................I
Package Contents for AV 30................................................................. I
Package Contents for AV 120 ..............................................................II
Package Contents for AV 120H ............................................................II
AV 30 Video Capture Card Specifications ...............................................III
AV 120 Video Capture Card Specifications .............................................III
AV 120H Video Capture Card Specifications ...........................................III
Manual Conventions ........................................................................ IV
LIMITED WARRANTY....................................................................... V
CHAPTER 1 INSTALLING HARDWARE.................................. 1
1.1 Hardware Recommendations ....................................................... 1
1.2 AV 30/120/120H Hardware Installation Combinations .......................... 2
1.3 AV 30 DVR Hardware Installation................................................... 4
1.3.1 Install One Video Capture Card and One Audio Card
(Optional)............................................................................... 4
1.3.2 Install 2 Video Capture Cards and 2 Audio Cards ............... 5
1.3.3 Install 4 Video Capture Cards .......................................... 6
1.4 AV 120 DVR Hardware Installation ................................................. 7
1.4.1 Installing One MicroJack DVR Video Capture Card .............. 7
1.4.2 Installing Optional I/O Audio Card and Video Extension
Cards..................................................................................... 8
1.5 AV 120H DVR Hardware Installation ............................................. 12
1.5.1 Installing One MicroJack AV 120H Video Capture Card .... 12
1.5.2 Installing 4 AV 120H Video Capture Cards..................... 13
1.5.3 Installing an I/O Card................................................. 14
1.6 Connecting the Watchdog line..................................................... 15
1.6.1 Connecting the Watchdog line to AV 30/120 .................. 15
1.6.2 Connecting the Watchdog line to AV 120H..................... 16

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1.7 Connecting Cameras and TV-out Cable ......................................... 17
1.7.1 Connecting Cameras and TV-out Cable to AV 30/120/120H17
1.7.2 Connecting Cameras and TV-out Cable to AV 120H ........ 17
1.8 Connecting External Sensors/Relays to AV 30/120/120H .................... 20
1.8.1 Connecting External Sensors/Relays to AV 30/120/120H. 20
1.8.2 Connecting External Sensors/Relays to AV 120H ............ 24
1.9 Connecting POS (Not Supplied) .................................................. 26
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLING SOFTWARE........................................ 27
2.1 Installing AV 30/120/120H Application Software ................................ 28
2.1.1 Installing AV 30/120/120H Application in Windows 2000/XP ........ 29
2.2 Installing AV 120H Application Software ......................................... 32
2.2.1 Installing AV 120H Application in Windows 2000/XP ................. 32
2.3 Installing AV 30/120 Driver ......................................................... 36
2.3.1 Installing AV 30/120 driver in Windows 2000 .......................... 36
2.3.2 Installing AV 30/120 driver in Windows XP............................. 38
2.4 Installing AV 120H Driver ........................................................... 41
2.4.1 Installing AV 120H driver in Windows 2000 ............................ 41
2.4.2 Installing AV 120H driver in Windows XP............................... 44
2.5 Removing Video Capture Card Driver............................................ 46
CHAPTER 3 CONFIGURING THE SYSTEM ........................... 47
3.1 Logging in for the first time ......................................................... 47
3.1.1 Introducing the Functions buttons on Display/Playback ............. 48
3.2 Configuring DVR..................................................................... 53
3.2.1 System Setting.............................................................. 54
3.2.2 Camera Setting ............................................................. 57
3.2.3 Recording Setting (Video and Audio) ................................... 60
3.2.4 Network Setting............................................................. 67
3.2.5 Schedule Setting ........................................................... 69
3.2.6 Backup Setting.............................................................. 76
3.2.7 Sensor Setting .............................................................. 78
3.2.8 Relay Setting ................................................................ 80

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3.2.9 Alarm Setting................................................................ 81
3.2.10 User Setting ............................................................... 88
CHAPTER 4 USING THE SYSTEM ............................................. 91
4.1 How to Monitor the Videos ......................................................... 91
4.1.1 Select the Split Display Mode ............................................ 91
4.1.2 Full Screen Display ........................................................ 94
4.1.3 Auto Scan.................................................................... 94
4.1.4 Alarm Status and Reset ................................................... 95
4.2 How to Playback the Videos ....................................................... 96
4.2.1 Setting the Video Playback Date and Time ............................ 96
4.2.2 Playing the Videos ......................................................... 97
4.2.3 Catching Desired Videos.................................................. 98
4.3 Play Backup Video Files...........................................................100
4.4 Searching Desired Videos.........................................................102
4.5 Using E-Map.........................................................................111
4.6 Using PTZ Camera .................................................................112
4.7 Using Event Log Viewer ...........................................................116
4.7.1 Checking Event Logs .....................................................116
4.7.2 Checking Operation Logs ................................................116
4.7.3 Checking POS Logs ......................................................117
4.7.4 Checking System Logs...................................................117
4.7.5 Check Network Logs......................................................118
4.8 Using POS ...........................................................................119
4.9 Using Network Server..............................................................120
4.10 Using Functional Keys .............................................................121
4.11 Checking System Information .....................................................122
CHAPTER 5 USING REMOTE PROGRAM.................................. 123
5.1 Using WebCam .....................................................................123
5.2 Using the Remote Console .......................................................134
5.2.1 System requirement ......................................................134

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5.2.2 Using Display from Remote Console...................................136
5.2.3 Using Playback from Remote Console ................................139
5.3 Handy View ........................................................................141
5.4 Using PDA Viewer.................................................................142
APPENDIX A REGISTERING DOMAIN NAMES ........................... 149
APPENDIX B IMAGE VERIFICATION ........................................ 151

Preface
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Preface
Welcome to the realm of MicroJack. MicroJack DVR digital surveillance system,
composed of one 32-bit PCI Video Capture Card, works as a digital video surveillance
system. It enables you to capture true color images and real-time videos from 4-16
camera inputs simultaneously.
With the latest Motion Detection technology, once any movement is detected in the
monitoring area, MicroJack DIGITAL SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM automatically starts
recording and triggers an alarm. You no longer need to monitor every single moment
of the day; the system automatically alerts you when specified events occur.
Package Contents for AV 30
MicroJack AV 30 DIGITAL SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM package includes the following
items：
1. 1 MicroJack DVR Video Capture Card
2. 1 30 CM Watchdog line
3. 1 20 CM Video signal line
4. 1 Software CD (including driver, application software and 1 User’s Manual
5. 1 User’s Manual

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Package Contents for AV 120
MicroJack DIGITAL SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM package includes the following
items：
1. 1 MicroJack DVR Video Capture Card
2. 1 30 CM Watchdog line
3. 1 20 CM Video signal line
4. 1 Software CD (including driver, application software and 1 User’s Manual
5. 1 User’s Manual
Package Contents for AV 120H
A complete AV 120H surveillance system package includes the following items:
1. 1 AV 120H Video capture card
2. 1 I/O card
3. 1 Video and audio connection cable
4. 1 30 CM Watchdog line
5. 1 20 CM Video signal line
6. I/O connection cable
7. 1 User’s Manual

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8. 1 Software CD
If there is any damage, shortage or inappropriate item in the package contents, please
contact with your local dealer.
AV 30 Video Capture Card Specifications
AV 120 Video Capture Card Specifications
The video card in the package meets the following specifications:
AV 120H Video Capture Card Specifications
The video card in the package meets the following specifications:
Product Video Card Specifications
AV 30 1 card One Video Capture Card with 4 BNC connectors and
1 TV-out slot.
Product Video Card Specifications
AV 120 1 card One Video Capture Card with 4 BNC connectors and
1 TV-out slot.

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Manual Conventions
The following conventions are used throughout this manual.
Type Stands for Example
[paren.] Keys on the keyboard [Enter]
“Quotes” Words to be typed in “MicroJack”
Italic User in each authorization level Administrator
Bold Name of a dialog, Sections/Option title in
the dialog/Field names/Buttons
Schedule
Backup
Underlined Table columns Start
Caution Message: These messages are to advise you to proceed
carefully. Failure to pay attention could result in damage to the system
and may put personnel and environment at risk.
Informational Message: These messages are intended to provide
additional information for the purpose of clarification.
Product Video Card Specifications
AV 120H
1 card One video capture card with 1 D-type connector and
1 TV-out slot

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LIMITED WARRANTY
MicroJack TECHNOLOGIES, Inc. warrants that this product to be free of defects resulting from
faulty manufacturing or components under the following terms:
WARRANTY LENGTH
Labor is warranted for 15 months from the date of purchase.
Replacement products will be warranted for the remainder of the 15-month warranty period or 30
days, whichever is longer.
WHO IS PROTECTED
This warranty is enforceable only by the first consumer purchaser.
WHAT IS AND IS NOT COVERED
Except as specified below, this warranty covers all defects resulting from faulty manufacturing of
this product. The following are not covered by the warranty.
1. Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified, or removed.
2. Damage, deterioration, or malfunction resulting from:
A. Accident, abuse, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature,
commercial or industrial use, unauthorized product modification, or failure to follow
instructions included with the product.
B. Misapplication of service by someone other than the manufacturer’s representative.
C. Any shipment damages. (Claims must be made with carriers.)
D. Any other cause that does not relate to a product defect.
3. Cartons, cases, batteries, cabinets, tapes, or accessories used with the product.
4. MicroJack TECHNOLOGIES, Inc. does not warrant that this product will meet your
requirements; it is your responsibility to determine the suitability of this product for your
purpose.

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WHAT WE WILL AND WILL NOT PAY FOR
We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items. However, we will not pay for the
following:
1. Removal or installation charges.
2. Shipping charges.
3. Any incidental charges.
EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES
THE MANUFACTURER’S SOLE OBLIGATION AND LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS
LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF A DEFECTIVE PRODUCT AT OUR OPTION.
THE MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT, IN ANY EVENT, BE LIABLE TO THE PURCHASER OR ANY
THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE (INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INTERRUPTION OF SERVICE AND LOSS OF
BUSINESS) OR LIABILITY LIMITATIONS OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES.
There are no other oral or written warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited to
those of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Any implied warranties are limited in
duration to 15 months from the date of purchase.
STATE LAW AND YOUR WARRANTY
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights granted under
state law. These rights vary from state to state.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone: [phone]
Address: 410 Lawrence Bell Drive Unit 18
Williamsville, NY 14221,USA
Web Site: www.microjack.com

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Chapter 1 Installing Hardware
MicroJack digital surveillance system is a digital surveillance system that supports
Windows 2000/XP. Please follow the steps to install the hardware.
1.1 Hardware Recommendations
Please make sure you follow the minimum system requirement
when putting together a PC for the AV series product.
Before you begin, please verify that your computer hardware specifications can meet
your MicroJack digital surveillance system requirements.
CPU Pentium4 2.8GHz or above recommended
Motherboard Intel 865, 875, 915 Chipset
(VIA/SiS/ALi chipset motherboards temporarily not
supported)
OS MicrosoftWindows 2000 Pro./XP Pro.
Expansion
Slots 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 × 32-bit PCI 2.1 compliant slots
RAM DDR 512MB or above
Hard disk 120 GB of free hard disk space, at least 60GB free space for
each partition.
Media CD-ROM drive
VGA 16-bit high color SVGA graphic card with DirectDraw & YUV
rendering capability, 64MB video memory at least
Audio Sound card and speakers

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1.2 AV 30/120/120H Hardware Installation Combinations
The following instructions are for installing Video Capture Cards into the MicroJack
DVR digital surveillance system.
The DVR system has a powerful surveillance function and a flexible combination when
you install the hardware. This table shows the numbers of audio devices, video
channels, sensor inputs and relay outputs in different hardware combinations.
AV 30 system hardware installation combinations:
Hardware Combinations
Video Capture
Card numbers
I/O + Audio Card
Number
Number of
Video
channels
Number of
Audio
channels
Sensor
Inputs
Relay
Outputs
0 4 0 0 0
1
1 4 1 4 3
0 8 0 0 0
1 8 1 4 3
2
2 8 2 8 6
0 12 0 0 0
1 12 1 4 3
3
2 12 2 8 6
0 16 0 0 0
1 16 1 4 3
4
2 16 2 6 6

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AV 120 system hardware installation combinations:
Hardware Combinations
Video
Capture
Card
numbers
Video
Extension
Card
numbers
Audio / IO
Card
Number
Number of
Video
channels
Number of
Audio
channels
Sensor
Inputs
Relay
Outputs
0 4 0 0 0
0
1 4 4 4 3
0 8 0 0 0
1
1 8 4 4 3
0 12 0 0 0
2
1 12 4 4 3
0 16 0 0 0
1
3
1 16 4 4 3
0 8 0 0 0
0
1 8 4 4 3
0 16 0 0 0
2
2
1 16 4 4 3
AV 120H system hardware installation combinations:
Hardware Combinations
Video Capture Card
numbers
IO Card Number
Number of
Video
channels
Number of
Audio
channels
Sensor
Inputs
Relay
Outputs
1 1 4 4 4 4
1 8 8 4 4
2
2 8 8 8 8
1 12 12 4 8
2 12 12 8 8
3
3 12 12 12 12
1 16 16 4 4
2 16 16 8 8
3 16 16 12 12
4
4 16 16 16 16

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1.3 AV 30 DVR Hardware Installation
Before installing the video card, turn off the computer’s power,
unplug the power cable and disconnect all other cables attached
to the back of the computer.
Users can purchase optional I/O Audio Cards if it is necessary.
1.3.1 Install One Video Capture Card and One Audio Card (Optional)
1. Please follow the steps to install the system. Remove the PC case cover.
2. Remove 2 brackets for the PCI slots. Save the screws.
3. Connect the Audio Card and the Video Capture Card with the connection
cable.
4. Insert the Video Capture Card and I/O Audio Card and fix them.

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1.3.2 Install 2 Video Capture Cards and 2 Audio Cards
1. Please follow the steps to install the system. Remove the PC case cover.
2. Remove 4 brackets for the PCI slots. Save the screws.
3. Connect the Audio Card and the Video Capture Card with the connection
cable.
4. Connect the 2 Video Capture Cards with a connection cable. Insert all
the cards and fix them.
It is important to fix the cards in sequence to avoid video
transmission trouble.

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1.3.3 Install 4 Video Capture Cards
Please follow the steps to install the system.
1. Remove the PC case cover.
2. Remove 4 brackets for the PCI slots. Save the screws.
3. Connect the Video Capture Cards with Connection cables.
4. Connect the 2 Video Capture Cards with a connection cable. Insert all
the cards and fix them.
It is important to fix the cards in sequence to avoid video
transmission trouble.