PACOM PDR-4L User manual

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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to
the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance
COMPLIANCE NOTICE OF FCC:
THIS EQUIPMENT 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 WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED IN A COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT. THIS
EQUIPMENT GENERATES, USES, AND CAN RADIATE RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY AND IF NOT INSTALLED AND USED
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL, MAY CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO
COMMUNICATIONS. OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE, IN WHICH CASE USERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE AT THEIR OWN
EXPENSE.
CAUTION: CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR
COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER? AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
THIS CLASS OF DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE-CAUSING
EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS
THE INTERNAL MODEM OF THIS EQUIPMENT COMPLIES WITH PART 68 OF THE FCC RULES. ON THE BOTTOM OF THIS
EQUIPMENT IS A LABEL THAT CONTAINS, AMONG OTHER INFORMATION, THE FCC REGISTRATION NUMBER, RINGER
EQUIVALENCE NUMBER(REN), AND USOC JACK TYPE FOR THIS EQUIPMENT. YOU MUST, UPON REQUEST, PROVIDE
THIS INFORMATION TO YOUR TELEPHONE COMPANY. THIS EQUIPMENT IS DESIGNED TO BE CONNECTED TO THE
TELEPHONE NETWORK OR PREMISES WIRING USING A COMPATIBLE MODULAR JACK WHICH IS PART 68 COMPLIANT.
THE REN IS USEFUL TO DETERMINE THE QUANTITY OF DEVICES YOU MY CONNECT TO YOUR TELEPHONE LINE AND
STILL HAVE ALL OF THOSE DEVICES RING WHEN YOUR TELEPHONE NUMBER IS CALLED. IN MOST, BUT NOT ALL
AREAS, THE SUM OF THE REN’S OF ALL DEVICE CONNECTED TO ONE LINE SHOULD NOT EXCEED FIVE(5.0). TO BE
CERTAIN OF THE NUMBER OF DEVICES YOU MAY CONNECT TO YOU LINE, AS DETERMINED BY THE REN, YOU
SHOULD CONTACT YOUR LOCAL TELEHONE COMPANY TO DETERMINE THE MAXIMUM REN FOR YOUR CALLING AREA.
IF YOUR TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT CAUSES HARM TO THE TELEPHONE NETWORK, THE TELEPHONE COMPANY MAY
DISCONTINUE YOUR SERVICE TEMPORARILY. IF POSSIBLE, THEY WILL NOTIFY YOU IN ADVANCE, BUT IF ADVANCE
NOTICE IS NOT PRACTICAL, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. YOU WILL BE INFORMED OF YOUR RIGHT
TO FILE A COMPLIANT WITH THE FCC. YOUR TELEPHONE COMPANY MAY MAKE CHANGES IN ITS FACILITIES,
EQUIPMENT, OPERATIONS OR PROCEDURES THAT COULD AFFECT THE PROPER FUNCTIONING OF YOUR
EQUIPMENT. IF THEY DO, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED IN ADVANCE TO GIVE YOU AN OPPORTUNITY TO MAINTAIN
UNINTERRUPTED TELEPHONE SERVICE. IF YOU EXPERIENCE TROUBLE WITH THIS TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT, PLEASE
CONTACT YOUR DEALER / INSTALLER FOR INFORMATION ON OBTAIN SERVICE OR REPAIRS. THE TELEPHONE
COMPANY MAY ASK THAT YOU DISCONNECT THIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE NETWORK UNTIL THE PROBLEM HAS BEEN
CORRECTED OR UNTIL YOU ARE SURE THAT THE EQUIPMENT IS NOT MALFUNCTIONING. THIS EQUIPMENT MAY NOT
BE USED ON COIN SERVICE PROVIDED BY THE TELEPHONE COMPANY. CONNECTION TO PARTY LINES IS SUBJECT TO
STATE TARIFFS.
NOTE: THE INTERNAL MODEM IS OPTIONALLY AVAILABLE FOR THE NETWORK-SUPPORTED PREMIUM MODEL.
THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IS BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE AS OF THE DATE OF PUBLICATION. IDIS, CO., IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY PROBLEMS RESULTING FROM THE USE THEREOF. THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO
CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. REVISIONS OR NEW EDITIONS TO THIS PUBLICATION MAY BE ISSUED TO INCORPORATE SUCH CHANGES.

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Important Safeguards
1. Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the
appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future
reference.
3. Cleaning
Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet before cleaning it. Do not
use liquid aerosol cleaners. Use a damp soft cloth for cleaning.
4. Attachments
Never add any attachments and/or equipment without the approval of
the manufacturer as such additions may result in the risk of fire,
electric shock or other personal injury.
5. Water and/or Moisture
Do not use this equipment near water or in contact with water.
6. Accessories
Do not place this equipment on an unstable cart, stand or table. The
equipment may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the equipment. Wall or shelf mounting should
follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting kit
approved by the manufacturer.
This equipment and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
equipment and cart combination to overturn.
7. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided
for ventilation, and to ensure reliable operation of the equipment and
to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or
covered. Do not block these openings or allow them to be blocked by
placing the equipment on a bed, sofa, rug, or bookcase. Ensure that
there is adequate ventilation and that the manufacturer's instructions
have been adhered to.
8. Power Sources
This equipment should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type
of power, please consult your equipment dealer or local power
company.
9. Power Cords
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this
equipment where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.
10. Lightning
For added protection for this equipment during a lightning, storm, or
when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug
it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the equipment due to lightning and
power-line surges.
11. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in
the risk of fire or electric shock.
12. Objects and Liquids
Never push objects of any kind through openings of this equipment as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the
equipment.
13. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this equipment yourself. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
14. Damage requiring Service.
Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. If liquid is spilled, or objects have fallen into the equipment.
C. If the equipment has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the equipment does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the equipment to its
normal operation.
E. If the equipment has been dropped, or the cabinet damaged.
F. When the equipment exhibits a distinct change in performance -
this indicates a need for service.
15. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician
has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that have
the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
16. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this equipment, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the
equipment is in proper operating condition.
17. Field Installation
This installation should be made by a qualified service person and
should conform to all local codes.
18. Telnet Communication Cable
Minimum No.26 AWG wire must be used for TNV interconnection
Cable.
19. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with same or equivalent type recommended by
manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's
instruction.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Overview ........................................................................................ 1
1.1 In This Manual ..................................................................................... 1
1.2 Features of the Product........................................................................ 1
Chapter 2. Installation ...................................................................................... 3
2.1 Sample Diagram .................................................................................. 3
2.2 Connecting Components...................................................................... 3
2.3 Front Panel .......................................................................................... 6
2.4 Turning on the Power........................................................................... 8
2.5 Turning off the Power ........................................................................... 8
2.6 Factory Reset....................................................................................... 8
Chapter 3. Configuration.................................................................................11
3.1 Overview .............................................................................................11
3.2 System Setup......................................................................................11
3.3 Configuring System Information......................................................... 13
3.4 Configuring for live Monitoring ........................................................... 17
3.5 Configuring for Recording .................................................................. 22
3.6 Configuring for Alarm-In/Out .............................................................. 34
3.7 Configuring for Networking................................................................. 42
3.8 Configuring Other Parameters ........................................................... 49
Chapter 4. Operation ..................................................................................... 57
4.1 Live Monitoring................................................................................... 57
4.2 Recording........................................................................................... 57
4.3 Image Playback ................................................................................. 59
Appendix A. Reviewing Backup Images......................................................... 63
Appendix B. Quick Reference........................................................................ 65
Appendix C. Technical Specifications............................................................. 67

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List of Illustrations
Figure 1 Sample Diagram........................................................................................................3
Figure 2 Rear Panel................................................................................................................. 3
Figure 3 Front Panel ................................................................................................................ 6
Figure 4 Quick Setup Dialog.................................................................................................. 12
Figure 5 Normal Setup Dialog ............................................................................................... 13
Figure 6 Date/Time Setup Dialog .......................................................................................... 14
Figure 7 Holiday Setup Dialog ............................................................................................... 15
Figure 8 System Information Dialog....................................................................................... 16
Figure 9 System Information Change Dialog ......................................................................... 17
Figure 10 Camera Setup Dialog ............................................................................................ 18
Figure 11 PTZ Setup Dialog .................................................................................................. 19
Figure 12 PTZ Preset Setup Dialog ....................................................................................... 20
Figure 13 PTZ Preset View Dialog......................................................................................... 20
Figure 14 Live Monitoring ...................................................................................................... 21
Figure 15 Time-Lapse Record Setup Dialog.......................................................................... 22
Figure 16 Recording Schedule Setup Dialog......................................................................... 24
Figure 17 Alarm-In Setup Dialog ........................................................................................... 25
Figure 18 Motion Detector Setup Dialog................................................................................ 26
Figure 19 Text-In/PTZ Dialog ................................................................................................ 26
Figure 20 Alarm-In Action ─Record Setup Dialog .............................................................. 27
Figure 21 Alarm-In Action Schedule Setup Dialog................................................................. 28
Figure 22 Motion Action ─Record Setup Dialog................................................................. 29
Figure 23 Text-In Action ─Record Setup Dialog ................................................................ 30
Figure 24 Video Loss Action ─Record Setup Dialog.......................................................... 31
Figure 25 Pre-Event Record Setup Dialog............................................................................. 32
Figure 26 Audio Setup Dialog ................................................................................................ 34
Figure 27 Motion Detection Zone Setup Dialog ..................................................................... 36
Figure 28 Text-In Setup Dialog .............................................................................................. 37
Figure 29 Alarm-Out Setup Dialog......................................................................................... 38
Figure 30 Alarm-Out Schedule Setup Dialog......................................................................... 39
Figure 31 Alarm-In Action ─Alarm-Out Setup Dialog ......................................................... 40
Figure 32 Motion Action ─Alarm-Out Setup Dialog ............................................................ 40
Figure 33 Text-In Action ─Alarm-Out Setup Dialog............................................................ 41
Figure 34 Video Loss Action ─Alarm-Out Setup Dialog ..................................................... 41
Figure 35 Network Setup Dialog............................................................................................ 42
Figure 36 LAN Setup Dialog .................................................................................................. 43
Figure 37 Modem Setup Dialog ............................................................................................. 44
Figure 38 Callback Center (LAN) Setup Dialog ..................................................................... 45
Figure 39 Callback Center (Modem) Setup Dialog ................................................................ 46
Figure 40 Alarm-In Action ─Notify Setup Dialog ................................................................ 47
Figure 41 Motion Action ─Notify Setup Dialog ................................................................... 47
Figure 42 Text-In Action ─Notify Setup Dialog................................................................... 48
Figure 43 Video Loss Action ─Notify Setup Dialog ............................................................ 48
Figure 44 Main Menu Dialog.................................................................................................. 49
Figure 45 Backup Setup Dialog ............................................................................................. 50
Figure 46 Password Setup Dialog ......................................................................................... 51
Figure 47 System Log Dialog ................................................................................................ 53
Figure 48 System Check Setup Dialog .................................................................................. 54
Figure 49 RS232 ─Remote Controller Setup Dialog .......................................................... 56
Figure 50 Calendar Search Dialog......................................................................................... 60

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Figure 51 Date/Time Search Setup Dialog ............................................................................ 60
Figure 52 Event Log Dialog ................................................................................................... 61
Figure 53 Event Search Dialog (1)......................................................................................... 61
Figure 54 Event Search Dialog (2)......................................................................................... 62
Figure 55 Player Screen ........................................................................................................63

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