Mitsubishi DX-TL5000E series User guide

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ENGLISHOTHERS
DIGITAL RECORDER
INSTALLER’S MANUAL
MODEL
DX-TL5000E
THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL IS IMPORTANT TO YOU. PLEASE READ IT BEFORE USING YOUR DIGITAL RECORDER.
This manual is for the products manufactured on January 2006 or after.

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DX-TL5000E400/DX-TL5000E(Z) is a digital recorder that is equipped with HDD as its main memory and 16ch
triplex multiplexer. Addition to these features, this system has a very sophisticated video signal and data processing
technique that provides high quality picture, stable operation and reliability. The graphical user interface and pointing
devices make the operation very easy and comfortable in live monitoring and also in the handling of data from
recording to export. The system offers excellent performance and has features to suit many video surveillance
applications.
Refresh rates of 800pps*/system
Thanks to the newly developed multiplexing circuit, every camera can be viewed at 50 pps refresh rate in all screen
formats.
pps* : picture per second
Triplex
User can view live and playback images on the same monitor in all screen multi-split layouts without disrupting
recording.
Dual Multiplexer Outputs
The DX-TL5000E400/DX-TL5000E(Z) has two video outputs (Output A / B), and both of the outputs can show
single-screen, 4, 9, 10, 13 and 16 split-screen, Switched Cameras, Alarmed Camera in live mode and Recorded
pictures. On Screen Menu are shown only on monitor Output A. It is also possible to view playback pictures of
different cameras at the same time with these two video outputs.
Covert Camera Function
It is possible to hide pictures of selected cameras that are installed in sensitive areas and should only be viewed by
authorized personnel. It can be switched by <Multiplexer Setting>.
GUI
MENU, GUI (Graphical User Interface), guides the operators to their desired menu pages quickly. If the users need
additional information on MENU functions, just press the HELP key and instructions will appear on screen. The
menu supports English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and Russian. Function keys on the front panel or USB
mouse can operate the menu on the DX-TL5000E400/DX-TL5000E(Z).
Recording rate up to 200 pps/system
Because of the new recording circuit and compression chip, the maximum recording speed is 200 pps in total, this
means that the system can record pictures with speed of up to 12.5 pps on all 16 channels. With this speed
recorded pictures are seen by the eye as real-time.
JPEG2000
The system uses JPEG2000 compression. JPEG2000 is the standard and ideal compression method for still
pictures. Because pictures are compressed to a user defined file size one by one, the estimated recording time
calculated by the system automatically is very accurate. Special playback search functions and transmission over
network also benefit from this compression method. File sizes for each picture quality are minimized to improve
storage efficiency over previous models.
Individual Recording Setting
Recording speed and picture quality (picture file size) can be set for each camera individually, it is also possible to
set alarm recording setting in addition to normal recording setting. By adjusting the recording speed and picture
quality, it is possible to use HDD storage space efficiently.
Audio Recording
4ch audio inputs are optional.
Copy
Users can make a copy of recorded picture data by using built in CD/DVD Drive on the DX-TL5000E400/DX-
TL5000E(Z). Or, they can also use other digital media such as HDD and USB Memory through Serial Bus Interface.
It is also possible to connect SCSI devices through the optional SCSI interface or NAS (Network Attached Storage)
through network.
Cascading Connection
Cascading connection allows users to view pictures and to hear sounds from multiple DX-TL5000E400/DX-
TL5000E(Z) by operating via operations from the master unit or the optional keyboard DX-KB5UE.
Features

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This unit complies with the requirements of the EC Directive 2004/108/EC, “EMC Directive” and 2006/95/EC, “Low Voltage
Directive”. The requirements for the susceptibility according to EN 55024 and the requirements for interference according to
EN 55022 are observed for the operation on residential areas, business, light industrial premises and in small scale enter-
prises, inside as well as outside of the building. All places of operation are characterised by their connection to the public low
voltage power supply system. This unit is manufactured in accordance with EN 60950-1.
MAINS LEAD CONNECTION
The mains lead on this Unit is fitted with a non-rewireable mains plug, incorporating a 5A fuse. If you need to replace the
fuse, use a 5A fuse approved by BSI or ASTA to BS 1362, ensuring you refit the fuse cover. If the mains plug is not suitable
for the sockets in your home, and you require to remove the plug, remove the fuse, cut off the plug then dispose of the plug
immediately, to avoid a possible electric shock hazard. To refit a new plug, follow these instructions; Green-and-yellow:
Earth, Blue: Neutral and Brown: Live. As the colours in the mains lead of this Unit may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.
• The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter
E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured green or green-and-yellow.
• The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
• The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
NEVER TOUCH OR INSERT ANY OBJECT INSIDE THE UNIT
Touching the inside of the cabinet or inserting foreign objects of any kind through the disc loading slot or ventilation holes not
only creates a safety hazard but can also cause extensive damage.
PROTECT THE POWER CORD
Damage to the power cord may cause fire or shock hazard. If the power cord is damaged, turn OFF the MAIN switch and
carefully unplug the cord by holding the main plug.
If this unit is moved with the power on status, the built-in HDD may be damaged. Confirm that more than one minute have
passed since the power cord and the connecting cords were disconnected, then move this unit. Make sure to take the disc out
and close the disc loading slot.
UNPLUG THE POWER CORD DURING A LONG ABSENCE
Turn off the power and unplug the power cord during a long absence.
MAINTAIN GOOD VENTILATION
Do not obstruct the many ventilation holes on the unit. For maximum ventilation, leave some space around the unit and place
the unit on a hard level surface only, and ensure it is not covered during use. Heavy objects should never be placed on the unit.
WHEN NOT IN USE
When not in use, always eject the disc and turn OFF the MAIN switch.
CABINET CARE
Never use petroleum-based cleaners. Clean with a soft cloth moistened with soap and water and wipe dry.
PVC cables or leads should not be left in contact with the cabinet surface for long periods.
INSTALLATION LOCATION
For excellent performance and lasting reliability install in a location that is:-
1. Well ventilated, out of direct sunlight and away from direct heat.
2. A solid vibration-free surface.
3. Free from high humidity, excessive dust and away from magnetic fields.
4. Please ensure that the ventilation fan located on the unit’s back panel is not blocked.
UNSUITABLE LOCATIONS
Placing the unit in the following places might shorten the product life:
• Extremely cold places, such as refrigerated warehouses and ice houses
• Places where excessive hydrogen sulfide is likely to be generated, such as hot-springs areas
• Places or locations with salt air environment.
THIS EQUIPMENT DOES NOT PROVIDE CONNECTION FOR USED WITH OUTDOOR OR CABLE DISTRIBUTION
SYSTEMS.
NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
DO NOT PLACE HEAVY OBJECT ON THIS UNIT.
DO NOT STEP ONTO THIS UNIT.
DO NOT PLACE ANY OBJECTS IN FRONT OF THE DISC LOADING SLOT.
The unit may drop or fall by losing its balance. It may cause injury or failure of the unit.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE GROUNDED.
HEAVY OBJECTS SHOULD NEVER BE PLACED ON THE UNIT (E.G., MONITOR)
Caution and care

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•This unit uses a built-in HDD, which is a precision device. Please handle this unit with sufficient care.
•Do not subject this unit to vibrations or shocks. This may cause trouble specially when the power of the unit is turned on
or when the HDD is being accessed, and sufficient care is required.
•Do not disconnect the power plug while the power of the unit is turned on or while recording or playing.
•For early detection of faults, we recommend that you request inspection once a year.
There may be cases when the unit’s built-in motion detection function does not operate properly due to external condition or
video input signal or other factors.
The user will not be indemnified for problems (e.g., recording failure or playback failure) that occur with either the unit or a
connected device during operation. It is recommended to back up the important recordings regularly as a precaution against
possible breakdowns and accidents.
Recordable time and product warranty
Continuous recordable time and the estimated time displayed on the menu screen indicate the continuous time of recording
operation of this unit. They indicate the period neither for product warranty nor that for reliability of used parts.
Notice about construction of the surveillance system using this unit
•This unit can be controlled by the external devices via RS-232C terminal or LAN terminal. This unit can also be used to
control external devices via external terminal, RS- 22/ 85 terminal, or RS-232C terminal. Owning to these functions, this
unit flexibly applies to the high grade security system, but the whole surveillance system may be affected by the malfunction
of this unit or the external devices depending on the setting contents of this unit, the connection with the external devices,
or combination between this unit and the external devices.
•When configuring a surveillance system using this unit, it is recommended to confirm first that this unit operates normally
with the other devices connected.
•It is recommended to copy or back up the important recorded contents.
•Damages rising out of any operational error of the surveillance system or loss of the recorded data or any other damages
because of any user malfunction of this unit are not covered.
•Do not use the notification function of this unit for making critical judgement nor any purpose related to human lives.
•When this unit cannot recognize the external device which is being used for recording due to the power failure, decreased
voltage, or other failures, the recording point may be moved to the internal HDD of this unit or the other external HDD. To
prevent occurrence of such problem, it is recommended to use uninterruptible power supply.
•If the power plug is disconnected or the breaker switch is turned off during recording, HDD may be damaged or playback
of recorded data may become impossible. If the breaker switch is turned on and off everyday, set the timer recording to be
performed only for the period that the breaker is on and do not turn off the breaker during recording.
Note: This symbol mark is for EU countries only.
This symbol mark is according to the directive 2002/96/EC Article 10 Information for users and Annex IV.
Your MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can
be recycled and reused.
This symbol means that electrical and electronic equipment, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from your
household waste.
Please, dispose of this equipment at your local community waste collection/recycling centre.
In the European Union there are separate collection systems for used electrical and electronic product.
Please, help us to conserve the environment we live in!
DISCLAIMER
In any event, Mitsubishi assumes no responsibility or reliability for the following:
1. Disassembly, repair, or alteration of this unit by user or installer.
2. Failure or breakdown in or damage to this unit resulting from misuse or careless handling by user or installer.
3. Inconvenience or damages arising out of inability to display or record images due to any reason or cause other than
breakdown or failure in this unit.
4. Failure in this unit due to combination with other equipment manufactured by a third party or inconvenience or damages
resulting from such failure.
5. Inconvenience, damages, or claims arising out of breakdown in this unit or loss of recorded video data due to replace-
ment of the built-in HDD by user or installer.
6. Inconvenience or damages arising out of breakdown in this unit or inability to display or record images due to natural
disaster including earthquake and storm.
7. Inconvenience, damages, or claims arising out of breakdown in this unit or loss of recorded video data due to impact or
vibration to the built-in HDD or an environmental factor such as temperature at the installation site.
8. Demand for damages or other claim of infringement of privacy if the images monitored or recorded by user become
public or are used for any purpose other than surveillance for whatever reason.
The HDD and cooling fan of this unit are driving parts. When operated in an ambient temperature of 25 °C, it is recommended
that both of these parts are replaced every 30,000 hours for stable recording.
(This interval is for reference purpose only and does not indicate the warranty period of the parts.)

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INSTALLATION LOCATION AND HANDLING
•Place this unit horizontally and in a stable place. If this unit is not placed correctly and used in an unstable place, the unit
may be damaged such as removal of the DVD/CD disc.
•Do not place this unit close to other electronic or magnetic equipment. This will avoid video and audio distortion.
•When a monitor and this unit are placed vertically, the pictures may be distorted or DVD/CD disc may not be ejected.
•Do not let stick your hands into the disc loading slot. You may get your hand caught in the slot and may got injured. If you get
your hand caught, do not get out of the slot by force. Contact your dealer after turning off the power and disconnecting the
plug.
DVD/CD DISC
•Do not use the disc cracked, deformed or repaired with adhesive. The disc may fly into pieces and cause injury.
•Do not touch the playback surface when holding the disc.
•When dew condensation occurs on the disc, wipe the surface off before use.
•Dirt such as fingerprints or dust causes the deterioration of the picture quality and audio quality. Gently wipe the DVD/CD
disc from the centre to the outside with a soft cloth.
•When the disc is very dirty, soak a soft cloth with water and screw water of it, wipe off the dirt lightly, then wipe with a dry
cloth.
•Do not use solvent such as benzine and thinner, a record cleaner, and static-stopper. They may damage the disc.
•Do not use the disc described below. They may damage the disc itself or this unit.
Discs on which a piece of paper or sticker is put, or a disc damaged.
Discs which the label is peeled or a disc with oozing.
Discs cracked, deformed, or repaired with adhesive.
•Store the disc in the specified casing, avoiding the following places.
Places where it will be subjected to direct sunlight.
Places with excessive dust.
Places where it will be subjected to high temperatures or high humidity.
•DVD movie (cinema) or personal recorded picture cannot be played back on this unit. Only the pictures recorded on this unit
can be played back.
•Do not use the disc which has been used on the personal computer, failed to be copied, or stopped during copying due to
the power failure because they may cause malfunction of the unit.
•Although you can copy the data on DVD/CD with this unit and playback that data on the personal computer using the
supplied application software, not all the personal computers or DVD/CD drives are ensured for proper playback of such
data.
MAINTENANCE OF THE LENS FOR RECORDING/PLAYBACK (LASER PICKUP)
•When any dust adheres on the lens for recording/playback, the picture may be distorted or the audio may skip. Also normal
recording or playback may not work. Ask your dealer how to correct this problem.
Be careful, do not use the commercial lens cleaning disc, they may damage the lens.
PRECAUTION CONCERNING EXTERNAL DEVICE
•The various external HDDs can be connected to this unit in order to expand the memory or to use as the copy device.
However, during recording or playing back a picture at high rate, some pictures may be missed due to the slow rate of data
transfer or the slow speed of response from the external device connected. Be sure to check the operation sufficiently in
advance.
•Do not use the power control function of the external device which uses bus power of this unit.
•The external device to be used may be unsuitable for the operation you want to set. It is recommended to consult your
dealer when using the external device.
PRECAUTION FOR COPY USING NAS
•With this recorder, NAS* complying with NFSv3* is usable. However, proper operation is not ensured when connecting with
some NAS on the market.
The data transmission speed is about 1-2 Mbps, however, it depends on operational condition of the recorder, NAS server
performance, and network condition. It is highly recommended to check the operation sufficiently in advance before installation.
For making settings of NAS server and network, consult their respective administrators and also see the instruction manual
supplied with NAS.
Consult your dealer for the latest information about operational check of NAS.
NAS*: Network Attached Storage
NFSv3*: Network File System version 3
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Warning
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may
be required to take adequate measures.

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Note
Thank you for purchasing Mitsubishi digital recorder DX-TL5000E400/DX-TL5000E(Z) (hereinafter referred to as “Product”).
Before using this Product, please be sure to read the Software License Agreement on page 7 of the user’s manual with
regard to the software contained in this Product (hereinafter referred to as “Licensed Software”). By using this Product,
you are agreeing to be bound by the terms and conditions of the following Software License Agreement.
This Product contains software programs that are covered by GNU General Public License or GNU Lesser General Public
License. Such software programs are excluded from Licensed Software and not covered by the following Software License
Agreement. For the terms and conditions for use of the software programs covered by GNU General Public License or GNU
Lesser General Public License, please see “Notice about software to which GNU GPL/LGPL is applied”*.
In addition, this Product contains “Apache”and “OpenSSL (including “Original SSLeay”library).”These software programs
are also excluded from Licensed Software and not covered by the following Software License Agreement. For the terms and
conditions for use of these software programs, please see “Notice about Apache software”* and “Notice about OpenSSL
software”*.
Each of “Berkeley Database,”“agetty,”“expat,”and “zlib”contained in this Product is other open source software. These
software programs are excluded from Licensed Software and not covered by the following Software License Agreement. For
the terms and conditions for use of these software programs, please see “Notice about other open source software”*.
*The documents of “Notice about software to which GNU GPL/LGPL is applied,”“Notice about Apache software,”“Notice about
OpenSSL software,”and “Notice about other open source software”are contained (in the format of electronic files as
notice_GPL_LGPL_ja.pdf, notice_Apache_ja.pdf, notice_OpenSSL_ja.pdf, and notice_other_ja.pdf) in the “OpenSoft_License”
folder in the accessory CD supplied with this Product.

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Features ................................................................ 2, 3
Caution and care ...................................................4-6
Note ........................................................................... 7
Contents................................................................ 8, 9
Flowchart .......................................................... 10, 11
Flowchart for connection and settings ........................ 10, 11
Major operations and their functions .............. 12-16
Front view ................................................................... 12, 13
Loading/Ejecting a DVD or CD ......................................... 13
Front view (inside of the door) .......................................... 14
Rear view .................................................................... 15, 16
Connections ......................................................17-25
Connecting to CCTV camera, monitor, and sensor .......... 17
Alarm recording connection .............................................. 18
Cascade connection ......................................................... 19
Attaching or removing the HDD ................................... 20-23
Precautions for attaching or removing the HDD ......... 20
When removing a HDD ............................................... 21
When attaching a HDD ......................................... 22, 23
Clamping the cables ......................................................... 24
Connecting to an analogue video cassette recorder......... 24
Optional items ................................................................... 25
Recommended items ........................................................ 25
Attaching the optional board ............................................. 25
Precaution concerning connection with HDD extension unit
.......................................................................................... 25
How to set the menus .......................................26-29
Setting the menus ........................................................ 26-28
Setting the menu using a mouse ................................ 26
Setting the menu using the front panel buttons .......... 26
Displaying a menu screen ........................................... 27
Closing a menu screen ............................................... 27
Selecting an item ........................................................ 27
Inputting numbers ....................................................... 28
Setting parameters ...................................................... 28
Symbols in the menus ....................................................... 29
Setup Wizard .................................................... 30, 31
Setup Wizard .............................................................. 30, 31
Menu chart .........................................................32-41
Menu chart ................................................................... 32-41
User Menu ............................................................ 32, 33
Setup Menu ............................................................ 34-38
System Menu ......................................................... 39-41
User Menu
Search ............................................................... 42, 43
Selecting the search function ............................................ 42
Select Source Device ........................................................ 42
Search by Time and Date ................................................. 42
Search by Alarm List ......................................................... 42
Find data storage location ................................................. 42
Search by Book Mark ........................................................ 42
Search by Motion .............................................................. 43
Copy ...................................................................44-47
Copy Data to Copy 1 Drive/Set Copy 1 Drive ................... 44
Copy Data to Copy 2 Drive/Set Copy 2 Drive ............. 44, 45
Copying the data of this unit to a video cassette ........ 45, 46
Playback software ....................................................... 46, 47
Information/Audio .................................................. 48
Information ........................................................................ 48
Audio ................................................................................. 48
Protect Data ............................................................ 49
Protect Data ...................................................................... 49
PTZ Control............................................................. 50
PTZ control using the menu .............................................. 50
PTZ control using the front panel buttons ......................... 50
Setup Menu
Recording ..........................................................51-55
Settings concerning normal recording and
alarm recording ................................................................. 51
Pre-alarm recording .................................................... 51
Set Recording Pattern A (Normal/Timer) to D (Timer).. 51-53
Alarm Input .................................................................. 53
Emergency Recording Setup ...................................... 54, 55
Emergency recording .................................................. 54
Long pre-alarm recording ...................................... 54, 55
Audio Recording Setup ..................................................... 55
Timer ................................................................. 56, 57
Timer ........................................................................... 56, 57
Overlapped timer settings ........................................... 57
Motion Det......................................................... 58, 59
Set Motion Detection Pattern A/Set Motion Detection
Pattern B ..................................................................... 58, 59
System ...............................................................60-71
Time/Date Setting ............................................................. 60
Menu Language Selection ................................................ 60
Rear Terminal Setting .................................................. 60, 61
Mode Out Settings ................................................ 60, 61
Call Out Settings ......................................................... 61
Key Sound .................................................................. 61
Buzzer ......................................................................... 61
Password Setting ........................................................ 62, 63
SIMPLE LOCK ............................................................ 62
Activating the simple lock ....................................... 62
Releasing the simple lock ...................................... 62
PASSWORD LOCK ..................................................... 62
Using “Operation control”of PASSWORD LOCK
(level 1 to 3) ........................................................... 62
Registering the PASSWORD ...................................... 62
Activating the PASSWORD LOCK .............................. 63
Releasing the PASSWORD LOCK .............................. 63
Changing the PASSWORD ......................................... 63
Changing the lock mode from PASSWORD LOCK
to SIMPLE LOCK ........................................................ 63
Multiplexer function related button operations/
operation table ............................................................ 64, 65
Camera number button operations ............................. 64
SPLIT buttons operations............................................ 64
SEQUENCE button operations ................................... 64
DIGITAL ZOOM button operations .............................. 64
The function of the SPLIT, SEQUENCE, DIGITAL
ZOOM, and camera number buttons .......................... 65
Multiplexer Setting ....................................................... 66-68
Output A Settings ........................................................ 66
Output B Settings ........................................................ 67
Alarm Display Setting .................................................. 68
Covert Camera Setting ............................................... 68
On Screen Display Setting .......................................... 69, 70
On Screen Information ................................................ 69
Camera Title ................................................................ 69
Recorder Title .............................................................. 70
Monitor Output Adjust ................................................. 70
Audio Setting ..................................................................... 70
Reset to Factory Setting ................................................... 71
Menu Data ............................................................... 72
Load Menu Data ............................................................... 72
Save Menu Data ............................................................... 72
Option...................................................................... 73
XGA Monitor Settings ........................................................ 73
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COM/LAN ...........................................................74-76
RS-232C Setting ............................................................... 74
RS-485 Cascade Setting .................................................. 74
LAN B (Communication) Setting ....................................... 75
LAN A (NAS) Setting ......................................................... 76
PTZ Setting ............................................................. 77
PTZ Camera Configuration ............................................... 77
Configuration Check List ................................................... 77
Service Info ............................................................. 78
System Log List ................................................................ 78
Elapsed Operating Time ................................................... 78
Disk Information ................................................................ 78
Restore .................................................................... 79
Restore Data to Main HDD from Drive 1/2/
Export Drive 1/2 Configuration .......................................... 79
Memory ..............................................................80-83
Add/Remove HDD Device .......................................... 80, 81
Notes for using the external device ........................ 81
Attaching the HDD and setting the ID number ....... 81
The order of recording/playback when internal and
external HDDs are registered as the main device .. 81
Add/Remove DVD/CD Drive ............................................. 82
Data Management Setting for Main Memory .................... 82
Recording Data Readout Setting ...................................... 83
Data Clear ............................................................... 84
Main Storage Memory ....................................................... 84
Copy 1/Copy 2 .................................................................. 84
Other convenient functions ............................. 85-89
Cascade ............................................................................ 85
Various playback functions.......................................... 86, 87
Playing still frames ...................................................... 86
Shuttle viewing/direct shuttle viewing ......................... 86
Shuttle hold ................................................................. 86
Frame-by-frame playback ........................................... 86
Reverse playback ....................................................... 86
High-speed fast-forward/high-speed rewind ............... 86
Changing playback intervals ....................................... 87
Simultaneous playback during recording .................... 87
Playback the latest recorded contents ........................ 87
Triplex playback .......................................................... 87
Registering the picture ...................................................... 88
Registering a bookmark .............................................. 88
Picture copy ................................................................ 88
Functions of the unit in case of power failure .................... 89
Power failure compensation circuit ............................. 89
Power failure reset recording ...................................... 89
Log function when power failure occurs while the unit is
in operation or the MAIN switch on the rear of the unit is
turned OFF .................................................................. 89
RESET button ................................................................... 89
Operation examples ..........................................90-95
Operation example 1 ......................................................... 90
Operation example 2 ......................................................... 91
Operation example 3 ................................................... 92, 93
Operation example 4 ................................................... 94, 95
Basic operations .............................................96-100
Basic multiplexer functions ............................................... 96
Multiplexer buttons ...................................................... 96
Basic manual recording .................................................... 97
Setting the recording rate and picture grade for normal
recording ..................................................................... 97
Basic playback .................................................................. 98
Basic search ............................................................. 99, 100
Search by Time and Date ........................................... 99
Search by Alarm List ................................................. 100
Viewing displays
(Refer to this information when operating):
Reference information concerning operation
(Caution required):
Cautionary items concerning operation
(See reference page):
Reference item and page number
Finding desired information
There is a “Contents”at the beginning of this manual. In
addition, reference pages are indicated throughout this
manual.
Troubleshooting
Read Troubleshooting (pages 112, 113) for possible
remedies to the problem.
Menu settings
See Check list (pages 116-135) for available setting
parameters for each menu.
How to read this manual
Communications by Web Browser .............. 101-109
Communications by Web Browser .................................. 101
The personal computer product requirements .......... 101
Connections .............................................................. 101
Login ....................................................................... 101, 102
Main Menu ............................................................... 102-109
Live Monitoring .......................................................... 103
Playback ........................................................... 104, 105
Time Search ......................................................... 104
Alarm List Search ................................................. 105
Image Search ....................................................... 105
Configuration Menu ............................................ 105-108
User Registration .......................................... 105-106
Recorder Title & Camera Titles ............................ 107
E-mail Setup ......................................................... 107
NAS Setup ........................................................... 108
Clock Setup .......................................................... 108
Logout ....................................................................... 109
Change Login User ................................................... 109
Recording time table.................................... 110, 111
Continuous recording time table .............................. 110, 111
Without audio recording ....................................... 110
With audio recording ............................................. 111
Troubleshooting ........................................... 112, 113
Warnings and CALL OUT output ................ 114, 115
Warnings and their appropriate countermeasures ...114, 115
Check sheet ................................................... 116-135
Setup Menu .............................................................. 116-131
System Menu ........................................................... 131-135
Glossary ........................................................ 136, 137
Glossary .......................................................................... 136
Relation of recording operation to the number of
cameras and recording rate settings ............................... 137
Specifications ....................................................... 138

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Connections
• Connections for camera, monitor, and sensor.
See “Connecting to CCTV camera, monitor,
and sensor”on page 17.
• Connection for the alarm recording.
See “Alarm recording connection”on page
18 and “Rear view”on pages 15, 16.
Boot-up the unit
When executing Setup Wizard:
See “ Setup Wizard” on pages 30, 31.
Only when the unit is turned on for the first time, the <Setup
Wizard> screen is displayed automatically. It is not
displayed next time.
•The language, present time, HDD configuration, and
recording settings are set automatically by following the
instructions in the menu.
Making the initial menu settings
• Setting the present time display mode.
See “On Screen Information”on page 69.
• Setting the audio recording.
See “Audio Recording Setup”on page 55 and
“Continuous recording time table”on pages 110, 111.
Making the HDD settings
• Setting the repeat recording.
See “Data Management Setting for Main
Memory”on page 82.
• Setting the remaining HDD capacity.
See “Low Memory Alarm Setting”on pages 60,
61.
• Setting the CALL OUT.
See “Call Out Settings”on page 61.
• Setting the buzzer.
See “Buzzer”on page 61.
Making the multiplexer settings
• Making the split screen settings.
See “Multiplexer Setting”on pages 66-68.
• Making the sequence setting.
See “Multiplexer Setting”on pages 66-68.
Setting other various functions
• Setting the camera title/recorder title.
See “Camera Title”and “Recorder Title”on
pages 69, 70.
• Setting the display mode.
See “On Screen Information”on page 69.
• Setting the output signal of the unit status.
See “Mode Out Settings”on pages 60, 61.
Flowchart
Flowchart for connection and settings
This is a flowchart of connection and settings for making an alarm recording with timer recording and then search, playback,
and copy the recorded data.
Connections
• Connections for camera, monitor, and sensor.
See “Connecting to CCTV camera, monitor,
and sensor”on page 17.
• Connection for the alarm recording.
See “Alarm recording connection”on page
18 and “Rear view”on pages 15, 16.
Boot-up the unit
When not executing Setup Wizard:
See “ Setup Wizard” on pages 30, 31.
Only when the unit is turned on for the first time, the <Setup
Wizard> screen is displayed automatically. It is not
displayed next time.
•Set the present time and HDD settings in each menu
manually. (“Time/Date Setting”on page 60. Set the
present time.“Data Management Setting for Main
Memory”on page 82. Set the alarm area.)
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Copy the data
• Setting the copy device.
See “Add/Remove HDD Device”or “Add/
Remove DVD/CD Drive”on pages 80-82.
• Setting the copy function.
See “Copy Data to Copy 1 Drive”or “Copy
Data to Copy 2 Drive”on pages 44, 45.
Setting the motion detection
• Selecting the camera number.
• Setting the detection areas.
• Setting the sensitivity.
• Setting the minimum number of dots for starting the
motion detection operation.
• Setting the detection interval.
See “Motion Det”on pages 58, 59.
Setting the timer recording
• Setting the normal/alarm recording or pre-alarm
recording.
•Setting the recording rate/picture grade for normal
recording.
•Setting the recording rate/picture grade for alarm
recording.
•Setting the motion detection recording.
•Selecting the camera selection during the alarm
recording and trigger for alarm recording.
•Setting the alarm recording time.
•Setting the pre-alarm recording time.
•Setting the PTZ camera preset.
See “Set Recording Pattern A
(Normal/Timer) to D (Timer)”on pages 51-
53.
• Setting the timer program.
•Setting the holiday.
•Selecting the timer program number.
•Making the timer recording settings.
•Selecting the day of the week.
•Selecting the start time.
•Selecting the end time.
•Selecting the program mode.
•Selecting the motion detection mode.
(•Selecting the special day of the week.)
See “Timer”on pages 56, 57.
Timer recording is executed and completed
See “Warnings and their appropriate
countermeasures”on pages 114, 115.
Searching the recorded data
• Setting the device to be searched.
See “Select Source Device”on page 42.
• Setting the alarm list search.
See “Search by Alarm List”on page 100.
The search is completed and the search result
is displayed
Playback the search result
• Selecting the camera number to be played back.
See “Multiplexer Setting”on pages 66-68.
• Selecting the split/sequence screen.
See “Multiplexer Setting”on pages 66-68.
• Playback the recorded data.
See “Basic playback”on page 98.
• Selecting the playback speed.
See “Various playback functions”on pages
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1. POWER indicator
Illuminates when the unit is ON (MAIN switch on the
rear is ON and the POWER button in the front has
been pressed.) Turns off when the unit is in stand by
mode (only rear switch is ON) or MAIN switch on the
rear is turned off. It takes about 1 or 2 minutes from
pressing the POWER button to switch the unit ON.
When the unit is in operational transition such as boot-
up, the indicator flashes and other operations are not
accepted.
2. REMOTE jack
Input connector for optional wired remote controller.
3. ACCESS indicator
Illuminates during accessing to HDD or peripheral
recording devices. Press the POWER button after the
ACCESS indicator is turned off and “POWER OFF”is
displayed on the LCD display.
4. COM (COMMUNICATION) indicator
Illuminates when establishing the communication with
personal computer.
5. ALARM indicator
Illuminates during alarm recording.
6. TIMER indicator
Illuminates during timer recording or timer recording
stand-by mode.
7. LOCK indicator
Illuminates while simple lock or password lock is turned
on.
8. M-DET indicator
Illuminates when the motion detection function is
activated.
Flashes during motion detection recording.
9. PRE ALARM indicator
Illuminates during pre-alarm recording.
It also illuminates when pre-alarm recording is set.
10. COPY 1 indicator
Illuminates while performing copy 1 operation.
Flashes when starting or ending the copy 1 operation.
11. COPY 2 indicator
Illuminates while performing copy 2 operation.
Flashes when starting or ending the copy 2 operation.
12. REC/STOP button
Starts recording. The button lights up during recording.
When pressing the button for more than 2 seconds,
the recording stops and the light turns off.
When pressing this button for more than 2 seconds
during alarm recording, recording stops.
During timer recording, recording will not stop even if
the button is pressed.
13. SPLIT screen buttons (
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)
Selects split screen to be displayed.
Used for the menu settings.
14. SEQUENCE button
Used to select and display the sequential screens.
TILT button
When pressing the button during PTZ mode, the angle
of the camera adjusts in the upward direction.
15. PTZ (Pan, tilt, and zoom) button
Switches this unit to PTZ mode to control the PTZ
camera connected.
Camera control buttons
The following buttons control PTZ motion during PTZ
mode. This unit must be in single screen display.
CAMERA ZOOM button
Adjusts the camera zoom. Press this button and then
turn JOG to the left (wide) or right (tele) to adjust the
camera zoom.
FOCUS button
Adjusts the focus of a camera. Press this button and
then turn JOG to the left (far) or right (near) to adjust
the focus.
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IRIS button
Adjusts the iris of a camera. Press this button and then
turn JOG to the left (close) or right (open) to adjust the
iris.
PRESET button
Presets up to 16 viewing positions. Press this button
and then press the camera number button within 3 sec-
onds to preset the points.
AUTO PAN button
Activates auto pan of the camera connected.
16. OUTPUT A/B button
Switches the multiplexer output between A and B. The
light turns off when OUTPUTAis selected and on when
OUTPUT B is selected. It affects both, playback and
search functions. The menu cannot be displayed when
this button is illuminated.
TILT button
When pressing the button during PTZ mode, the angle
of the camera adjusts to the downward direction.
17. Disc loading slot
Accepts DVD disc or CD to copy/backup.
The supported discs are:
DVD-RW, DVD-R, CD-R, and CD-RW
OPEN/CLOSE button
Opens or closes the disc loading slot.
BUSY indicator
Flashes or illuminates during recording or playback.
18. LCD display
Displays the present time and the status of the unit.
19. SHUTTLE ring
Adjusts the playback speed, and rewinds or forwards
the recorded pictures.
Pans the camera.
20. JOG dial
Forwards or rewinds the picture during playback
(frame-by-frame).
Uses for controlling PTZ cameras connected.
21. Camera number buttons (1 to 16)
Displays the picture supplied from the camera con-
nected. The number of the button corresponds to that
of the CAMERA IN connector on the rear panel. The
button of the displayed camera number lights up.
Used for the preset function of the PTZ camera con-
trol.
Used for the menu settings.
M-DET DOT ON/OFF/M-DET AREA SET UP
(CAMERA NUMBER 9 and 13)
Used for setting the detection area of the motion
detection function.
Loading/Ejecting a DVD or CD
Before using a disc, read the cautionary notes described
in the manual included with the disc.
step1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button.
•The disc loading slot opens.
[When loading the disc:]
step2-1.Place the disc onto the tray.
•Make sure that the disc is inserted properly with
the label side up.
[When ejecting the disc:]
step2-2.Eject the disc from the tray.
step3. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button again.
•The disc loading slot closes.
Do not eject the disc while copying/restoring, saving/
loading menus, or immediately after inserting the disc.
The disc or the contained data may be damaged.
Use the disc which we recommend. When a disc other
than the recommended is used, the data may not be
read or written correctly. Please consult your dealer for
recommended usable discs.
When using DVD-RW or CD-RW disc, initialize the disc
by <Data Clear> menu before using.
Although you can copy the data on DVD/CD with this
unit and playback that data on the personal computer
using the supplied application software, not all the
personal computers or DVD/CD drives are ensured for
proper playback of such data.
Before using the DVD drive, check whether that the
drive supports the medium to be used. It is
recommended to use the DVD-Multi drive when you
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22. POWER button
Turns on the unit (MAIN switch on the rear of this unit
must be ON). When the button is pressed again, the
unit switches to stand-by mode. The POWER and other
button operations are not accepted while the POWER
indicator is flashing.
23. VIDEO OUT connector
Output connector for video signal (RCA pin).
24. SERIAL BUS port
Input and output port for the devices equipped with
SERIAL BUS connectors. Bus power cannot be used.
25. HELP button
Displays the help menu (for caution on use, operating
method, and explanation on functions).
Used when the warning message is displayed.
This button can be used even while the menu screen
is displayed.
26. SET UP button
Displays the <User Menu>.
27. SEARCH button
Displays the <User Menu> with search menu opened.
28. TIMER button
Sets the unit to timer recording/stand-by mode and
lights up the TIMER indicator. When pressing this but-
ton for more than 2 seconds, timer recording/stand-by
mode is cancelled and the TIMER indicator turns off.
29. LOCK button
Activates simple lock or password lock when pressing
while the MAIN switch (main power) on the rear panel
is turned on and lights up the LOCK indicator. Moreo-
ver, the password can be set on the <Password
Setting> (Setup Menu System Password Setting).
30. TRIPLEX PB button
In split screen display, inserts the playback picture of
needed camera while also displaying the live picture
from other camera.
31. BOOK MARK button
When pressing this button during frame still playback
of the single screen display, the selection screen
appears to memorize the bookmark or to copy the
picture being displayed.
32. DIGITAL ZOOM button
Pressing this button in single screen display displays
the screen in 100 % magnification (live or playback).
Pressing the camera number button (11, 14, 15, or
16) moves the magnification centre point.
33. Operation buttons
STOP button
Stops playback.
PAUSE/JUMP TO END button
Switches the playback to still frame playback when
pressing this button during playback. Resumes
playback when pressing the button again. The button
lights up during still frame playback.
When pressed during shuttle playback, the set play-
back speed is maintained even when letting go of the
SHUTTLE ring. (Shuttle hold)
When pressed during the unit is in stop mode of play-
back, the frame still picture around the end point of
the latest recording appears. (Jump to end)
REV. PLAY (REVERSE PLAY) button
Starts reverse playback. The button lights up during
reverse playback.
PLAY button
Starts playback. The button lights up during playback.
SPEED (+ and –) button
Switches the playback interval speed during normal
or reverse playback.
Major operations and their functions (continued)
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VIDEO CASCADE IN connector
Input video connector for cascade connection.
VIDEO CASCADE OUT connector
Output video connector for cascade connection.
6. SERIAL BUS port
Input and output port for connecting to the device
equipped with SERIAL BUS connector. Do not use the
power control function of the external device which
uses bus power of this unit. Bus power cannot be used.
The various external HDDs can be connected to this
unit in order to expand the memory or to use as the
copy device. However, during recording or playing back
a picture at high rate, some pictures may be missed
due to the slow rate of data transfer or the slow speed
of response from the external device connected. Be
sure to check the operation sufficiently in advance.
7. LAN-A port
Port for connection of NAS hard disk unit to back up
the recorded data.
When speed of copy using this terminal is slower than
that of recording, copy error may occur because main
recording data overwrites the data which has not been
transferred yet. Be sure to check the operation suffi-
ciently in advance.
LAN-B port
Port for communication using web browser.
8. AUDIO BOARD SLOT
Used to attach an optional audio interface board.
9. Keyhole for antitheft lock
Used to connect a commercially available anti-theft
cable manufactured by Kensington.
10. OPTION SLOT
Used to attach an optional boards.
1. MAIN switch
This is the main power switch. To use this unit, set this
switch to ON. Otherwise, the front power button does
not turn the unit on/off.
2. AC power socket
Used to connect the power cord. Earth terminal is used
for safety. Use the 100 to 240 V plug with ground
terminal.
This unit must be earthed at all times. Never
connect this unit to a power outlet which does not
have an earth terminal.
Use the supplied AC power cord.
3. CAMERA connectors
Do not connect superimposed voltage camera
because it can cause damage to the unit.
CAMERA IN connectors
Input connector for signal of camera (BNC connector).
CAMERA OUT connectors
Output connector for signal of camera (BNC
connector). If the MAIN switch is turned on, the signal
from CAMERA IN connector is looped out to this con-
nector.
4. VIDEO OUTPUT connectors
OUTPUT A VIDEO connector
Output connector which sends video signal to the moni-
tor (BNC connector).
OUTPUT A S(Y/C) connector
Output connector which sends brightness signals and
colour signals separately for higher picture quality. Si-
multaneous output along with OUTPUT A VIDEO
connector is also possible.
OUTPUT B VIDEO connector
Output connector which sends video signal to second
(B) monitor (BNC connector) ( see page 17).
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MAIN
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CAMERA
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CLAMPER
CLAMPER
OUTPUT A
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11. GND terminals
Used as common ground terminal.
12. RS-232C connector
Used to connect to a host device equipped with RS-
232C connector (such as a personal computer). This
unit can be controlled from other devices via this
connector.
13. ALARM IN terminals
Input terminals for alarm signal. Alarm signal input is
acceptable once a second. However, when multiple
signals are input at the same time, not all the signals
may be acceptable.
ALARM OUT terminals
Output terminals for alarm signal. This terminal outputs
signal for about 2 seconds when alarm or motion
detection is input to each sensor connected.
14. RESET button
Used to reset the unit and turn off the power. At that
time, picture data, menu settings, and the present time
are kept.
15. I/O terminals
CLOCK ADJ terminal
Input terminal to set the present time. Time display is
adjusted to the nearest hour (00 minutes 00 seconds)
when this terminal receives the signal.
The on-screen clock is reset to the nearest hour
by applying a signal to the CLOCK ADJ terminal.
For example, if the present time is 11:29:59, it is
reset to 11:00:00, and if the present time is
11:30:00, it is reset to 12:00:00.
CLOCK ADJ OUT terminal
Output terminal to set the clock of the connected
recorders to the nearest hour (00 minutes 00 seconds)
in sync with input of CLOCK ADJ.
REC terminal
Input terminal to start recording. This terminal is not
available during timer recording.
REC STOP terminal
Input terminal to stop recording. This terminal is not
available during timer recording.
EMERGENCY terminal
Input terminal to start emergency recording immedi-
ately.
MODE OUT 1 to MODE OUT 4 terminals
Output terminal to inform the current mode of this unit.
Select the mode of the unit to be output in the <Mode
Out Settings> (Setup Menu System Rear Terminal
Setting Mode Out Settings).
CALL OUT terminals/CALL OUT GND terminal
This is an isolation output terminal. Information to be
externally output consists of the selectable items which
are output depending on the CALL OUT settings made
in the <Call Out Settings> (Setup Menu System Rear
Terminal Setting Call Out Settings) and the fixed items
which are output regardless of the menu setting.
DC 12 V OUT terminal
Output the voltage only when both the MAIN switch
and POWER button are turned ON. The maximum
electric current is 350 mA.
16. RS485 IN/OUT connectors
Connectors for control of cascade recorders. Used to
connect with the other recorders.
17. PTZ control terminal
Connectors for connecting PTZ cameras to operate
pan, tilt, and zoom functions of the camera.
Major operations and their functions (continued)
Rear view (continued)

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Connections
Connecting to CCTV camera, monitor, and sensor
AUDIO IN
12
34
OUT
IN
AUDIO CASCADE
AUDIO OUT
100-240V
AC IN ~
MAX 350mA DC 12V OUT
CLOCK ADJ
CLOCK ADJ OUT REC REC STOP EMERGENCY RESERVED
MODE OUT 1 +
MODE OUT 1 – MODE OUT 2 + MODE OUT 2 – MODE OUT 3 + MODE OUT 3 – MODE OUT 4 + MODE OUT 4 – CALL OUT + CALL OUT – GND GND GND
GND
1
ALARM IN
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RS485 TERM + RS485 TERM –
P T Z
RS422
+
RS422
–
RS232
1
ALARM OUT
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RS-232C
RS485RS485
INOUT
MAIN
OFF ON
RESET
OPTION SLOT
LAN-A LAN-B
STORAGE COM
SERIAL BUSSERIAL BUS
1234 5678
9 101112 13141516
OUT
IN
CAMERA
OUT
IN
Y/C
OUTPUT B
CLAMPER
CLAMPER
OUTPUT A
VIDEO VIDEO
VIDEO CASCADE
INOUT
1010010100
To OUTPUT A VIDEO or
OUTPUT A S(Y/C) connector
One of either codes
should be connected.
To VIDEO IN or
S(Y/C) IN connector
To VIDEO IN
connector
To OUTPUT B
connector
To CAMERA IN 1 connector
Up to 16 cameras
To GND
terminal To ALARM IN terminal
corresponding to the
CAMERA #.
Monitor
Sensor #1
Power
Cord
for U.K
for the Continent
Monitor
To CAMERA
IN connector
Dome camera
Camera #1
COAX type
dome camera
To LAN A
Clamp the USB cable using the supplied
cable clamping band in order to prevent the
accidental removal of the cable. ( See page 24.)
Clamp the power cord using the supplied
cable clamping band in order to prevent the
accidental removal of the cable. ( See page 24.)
To LAN B
NAS
PC
PC
Mouse
To SERIAL BUS
External recording device
DX-ZD5UE(Z)
Up to 7 units can be mounted at the same time.
To SERIAL
BUS
RS232C type
dome camera
(camera controller)
RS422 type
dome camera
PTZ control connectors
RS485 TERM + RS485 TERM
–
GND RS422 + RS422 – GND RS232
PTZ
Processing the connecting line
Connection on the ALARM IN terminals, the I/O terminals, and RS485/RS422
Compatible power lines ø0.32 - ø0.65 mm (AWG 28 - 22)
Cut the designated area from the electric wire’s outer covering
(vinyl portion).
5~7mm
You can connect various devices to control this unit from them, or to control them from this unit. However, depending on
the operational condition of this unit, the operational speed of this unit may become slower or control of the external
device may be delayed.

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Connections (continued)
Alarm recording connection
The diagram below shows an example connection for setting alarm signal to sensor number 1.
ALARM SWITCH
RS-232C
GND ALARM OUT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
ALARM IN
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
<Interface circuit inside the unit>
5V
5V
10kΩ
22kΩ
Input
terminal
Input condition: ground of 200 ms or more
Input interval: 1 second or more
0.047µF
GND
• Input Circuit
4.7kΩ
Active: When terminals are short-circuited or “Low” Level is applied.
Non active: Open.
EMERGENCY/ALARM IN/REC/CLOCK ADJ Input terminal
<Interface circuit inside the unit>
MODE OUT
•Output Circuit
Active: Short Max. Drive current 500 mA DC.
Non active: Open. Max. Voltage +24 V DC.
MODE OUT 1 - 4 Output terminal ( Relay output)
<Interface circuit inside the unit>
CALL OUT terminal
CALL OUT GND terminal
•Output Circuit
CALL OUT Output terminal ( Photo coupler output)
Active: Short Max. Drive current 7 mA DC.
Non active: Open. Max. Voltage +24 V DC.
<Interface circuit inside the unit>
Output terminal
GND terminal
•Output Circuit
ALARM OUT Output terminal
Active: “Low”Level Max. Drive current 7 mA DC.
Non active: Open. Max. Voltage +24 V DC.

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AUDIO IN
12
34
OUT
IN
AUDIO CASCADE
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
12
34
OUT
IN
AUDIO CASCADE
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
12
34
OUT
IN
AUDIO CASCADE
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
12
34
OUT
IN
AUDIO CASCADE
AUDIO OUT
100-240V
AC IN~
MAX 350mA DC 12V OUT
CLOCKADJ
CLOCKADJ OUT REC RECSTOP EMERGENCY RESERVED
MODEOUT 1 +
MODEOUT 1 – MODEOUT 2 + MODEOUT 2 – MODEOUT 3 + MODEOUT 3 – MODEOUT 4 + MODEOUT 4 – CALLOUT + CALLOUT – GND GND GND
GND
1
ALARM IN
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RS485TERM + RS485TERM –
P T Z
RS422
+
RS422
–
RS232
1
ALARM OUT
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RS-232C
RS485RS485
INOUT
MAIN
OFF ON
RESET
OPTION SLOT
LAN-A LAN-B
STORAGE COM
SERIAL BUSSERIAL BUS
1234 5678
910111213141516
OUT
IN
CAMERA
OUT
IN
Y/C
OUTPUT B
CLAMPER
CLAMPER
OUTPUT A
VIDEO VIDEO
VIDEO CASCADE
INOUT
1010010100
100-240V
AC IN~
MAX 350mA DC 12V OUT
CLOCKADJ
CLOCKADJ OUT REC RECSTOP EMERGENCY RESERVED
MODEOUT 1 +
MODEOUT 1 – MODEOUT 2 + MODEOUT 2 – MODEOUT 3 + MODEOUT 3 – MODEOUT 4 + MODEOUT 4 – CALLOUT + CALLOUT – GND GND GND
GND
1
ALARM IN
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RS485TERM + RS485TERM –
P T Z
RS422
+
RS422
–
RS232
1
ALARM OUT
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RS-232C
RS485RS485
INOUT
MAIN
OFF ON
RESET
OPTION SLOT
LAN-A LAN-B
STORAGE COM
SERIAL BUSSERIAL BUS
1234 5678
910111213141516
OUT
IN
CAMERA
OUT
IN
Y/C
OUTPUT B
CLAMPER
CLAMPER
OUTPUT A
VIDEO VIDEO
VIDEO CASCADE
INOUT
1010010100
100-240V
AC IN~
MAX 350mA DC 12V OUT
CLOCKADJ
CLOCKADJ OUT REC RECSTOP EMERGENCY RESERVED
MODEOUT 1 +
MODEOUT 1 – MODEOUT 2 + MODEOUT 2 – MODEOUT 3 + MODEOUT 3 – MODEOUT 4 + MODEOUT 4 – CALLOUT + CALLOUT – GND GND GND
GND
1
ALARM IN
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RS485TERM + RS485TERM –
P T Z
RS422
+
RS422
–
RS232
1
ALARM OUT
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RS-232C
RS485RS485
INOUT
MAIN
OFF ON
RESET
OPTION SLOT
LAN-A LAN-B
STORAGE COM
SERIAL BUSSERIAL BUS
1234 5678
910111213141516
OUT
IN
CAMERA
OUT
IN
Y/C
OUTPUT B
CLAMPER
CLAMPER
OUTPUT A
VIDEO VIDEO
VIDEO CASCADE
INOUT
1010010100
100-240V
AC IN~
MAX 350mA DC 12V OUT
CLOCKADJ
CLOCKADJ OUT REC RECSTOP EMERGENCY RESERVED
MODEOUT 1 +
MODEOUT 1 – MODEOUT 2 + MODEOUT 2 – MODEOUT 3 + MODEOUT 3 – MODEOUT 4 + MODEOUT 4 – CALLOUT + CALLOUT – GND GND GND
GND
1
ALARM IN
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RS485TERM + RS485TERM –
P T Z
RS422
+
RS422
–
RS232
1
ALARM OUT
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RS-232C
RS485RS485
INOUT
MAIN
OFF ON
RESET
OPTION SLOT
LAN-A LAN-B
STORAGE COM
SERIAL BUSSERIAL BUS
1234 5678
910111213141516
OUT
IN
CAMERA
OUT
IN
Y/C
OUTPUT B
CLAMPER
CLAMPER
OUTPUT A
VIDEO VIDEO
VIDEO CASCADE
INOUT
1010010100
Set to "Slave ID:02."
Set the cascade address to "Master ID:01" to operate via the recorder.
Set the cascade address to "Slave ID:01" to operate via the keyboard.
VIDEO MONITOR
(MASTER)
To VIDEO
CASCADE IN
To VIDEO
CASCADE OUT
To VIDEO
CASCADE IN
To VIDEO
CASCADE OUT
To VIDEO
CASCADE IN
To VIDEO
CASCADE OUT
To VIDEO CASCADE OUT
VIDEO MONITOR
(LOCAL)
KEYBOARD
VIDEO MONITOR
(LOCAL)
VIDEO MONITOR
(LOCAL)
To CAMERA IN
CAMERA
Up to 16 cameras
DOME CAMERA
To CAMERA IN
CAMERA
Up to 16 cameras
DX-KB5UE
Termination is not necessary on this side
when using key board.
DOME CAMERA
To CAMERA IN
CAMERA
Up to 16 cameras
DOME CAMERA
To CAMERA IN
CAMERA
Up to 16 cameras
DOME CAMERA
To RS485
OUT
To RS485
IN
To OUTPUT B
VIDEO MONITOR
(LOCAL)
To OUTPUT B
To OUTPUT B
To OUTPUT B
To RS485
OUT
To RS485
IN
To RS485
OUT
To RS485
IN
RS485 TERM + RS485 TERM
–
GND RS422 + RS422 – GND RS232
PTZ
Connect RS485
TERM+ to RS485
TERM–with a wire.
To AUDIO
CASCADE IN
To AUDIO
CASCADE
OUT
Set to "Slave ID:03."
Set to "Slave ID:04."
To AUDIO
CASCADE IN
To AUDIO
CASCADE
OUT
To AUDIO
CASCADE IN
To AUDIO
CASCADE
OUT
Cascade connection
You can connect various devices to control this unit from them, or to control them from this unit. However, depending on
the operational condition of this unit, the operational speed of this unit may become slower or control of the external
device may be delayed.

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Attaching or removing the HDD
Up to 3 HDDs can be mounted on this unit. Attaching, removing and replacing method of the HDDs are on the next page.
Precautions for attaching or removing the HDD
•Do not attach or remove the HDD unnecessarily. Attaching or removing the HDD of DX-TL5000E400/DX-TL5000E(Z) is
intended to replace the faulty HDD or add the HDD when starting operation for the first time. It is not presumed to be
used as a removable HDD.
•Make sure that the POWER button on the front panel and the MAIN switch on the rear panel are both turned OFF when
attaching or removing the HDD. Wait at least 1 minute after turning off the power.
•Do not remove the top cover of the unit.
•When attaching multiple HDDs, attach in the order of HDD A, B, and C.
•Do not drop the HDD. Also do not put the metallic object such as a coin or a screw driver into the HDD tray.
•When a power failure occurs during recording, avoid adding, replacing or transporting the HDD as the recorded data
may be erased. In this case, turn the power back on to boot up the unit normally with the HDD that was being used at the
time of the power failure attached. Then add, replace, or transport the HDD.
•HDD is very delicate. Handle the HDD with care and follow the precautions below because even a small shock may
damage the internal components of the HDD.
•Do not place the HDD on a desk or a table directly. Put a thick cushion under the HDD because even a small shock
may damage the internal components of the HDD.
•Do not use an electric screwdriver. Vibrations and shocks caused by an electric screwdriver may damage the internal
components of the HDD.
•When replacing the HDD, do not knock the HDD with other components such as the another HDD and the HDD tray.
•Do not knock the HDD with tools such as a driver when replacing the HDD.
•The following HDD has been tested and compatibility is ensured. This information is as of September 2006. Supply of
this HDD may be stopped or it may be changed without notice by its manufacturer. Consult your dealer for the latest
information or use of other HDDs. When you attach multiple HDDs, normally use the HDDs of the same capacity and the
same model name.
<Hitachi Global Storage Technologies>
HDS722525VLSA80 (250 GB, S-ATA, Non RoHS compliant)
HDT722525DLA380 (250 GB, S-ATA)
HDT725040VLA380 (250 GB, S-ATA)
HDS724040KLSA80 (400 GB, S-ATA)
Connections (continued)