PACOM SmartIP-4E User manual

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WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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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.
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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
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problems resulting from the use thereof. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Revisions
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The software included in this product contains some Open Sources. You may obtain the complete corresponding source
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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. Ventilation
Place this equipment only in an upright position. This equipment has a
high voltage circuit inside, which can cause a fire or electric shock if
anything is inserted through the ventilation holes on the side of the
equipment.
7. 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.
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
Operator or installer must remove power and TNT connections before
handling the equipment.
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. Correct Batteries
Warning: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
19. Tmra
A manufacturer’s maximum recommended ambient temperature (Tmra)
for the equipment must be specified so that the customer and installer may
determine a suitable maximum operating environment for the equipment.
20. Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature
If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient
temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient.
Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an
environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient
temperature (Tmra).
21. Reduced Air Flow
Installation of the equipment in the rack should be such that the amount
of airflow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
22. Mechanical Loading
Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous
condition is not caused by uneven mechanical loading.
23. Circuit Overloading
Consideration should be given to connection of the equipment to supply
circuit and the effect that overloading of circuits might have on over current
protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment
nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
WEEE (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
Correct Disposal of This Product
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the
end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please
separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for
details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product should
not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 — Introduction ........................................................................................................... 1
Feature................................................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 2 — Installation............................................................................................................. 3
Package Contents.................................................................................................................. 3
Required Installation Tools .................................................................................................... 3
Audio Out........................................................................................................................... 3
Video Out........................................................................................................................... 4
Video Input......................................................................................................................... 4
Network Port...................................................................................................................... 4
Factory Reset Switch......................................................................................................... 4
Alarm Input/Output ............................................................................................................ 5
Power Cord Connector ...................................................................................................... 5
Chapter 3 — Configuration ........................................................................................................ 7
Front Panel Controls .............................................................................................................. 7
Camera Buttons................................................................................................................. 7
LED.................................................................................................................................... 7
Arrow Buttons .................................................................................................................... 7
Play/Pause Button ............................................................................................................. 8
Menu Button ...................................................................................................................... 8
PTZ/Zoom Button .............................................................................................................. 8
Group/Sequence Button .................................................................................................... 8
Search Button.................................................................................................................... 8
Display Button ................................................................................................................... 8
Panic Button ...................................................................................................................... 8
USB Port............................................................................................................................ 8
Remote Control Buttons......................................................................................................... 9
ID Button............................................................................................................................ 9
Camera Buttons................................................................................................................. 9
Search Button.................................................................................................................... 9
Arrow Buttons .................................................................................................................. 10
Alarm Button.................................................................................................................... 10
Sequence Button ............................................................................................................. 10
Menu Button .................................................................................................................... 10
Playback Buttons............................................................................................................. 10
Bookmark Button ............................................................................................................. 10
Panic Button .................................................................................................................... 10
Layout Button .................................................................................................................. 10
Freeze Button .................................................................................................................. 10
Log Button ....................................................................................................................... 11
Enter Button..................................................................................................................... 11
Zoom Button .................................................................................................................... 11
Clip Copy Button.............................................................................................................. 11
Turning on the Power........................................................................................................... 11
Initial Unit Setup................................................................................................................... 11
Setup Screen ....................................................................................................................... 12
System Setup....................................................................................................................... 12

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General ............................................................................................................................ 12
Date/Time ........................................................................................................................ 21
User ................................................................................................................................. 23
Storage ............................................................................................................................ 24
Recording Setup .................................................................................................................. 26
General ............................................................................................................................ 26
Schedule.......................................................................................................................... 27
Pre-Event......................................................................................................................... 29
Network Setup ..................................................................................................................... 30
General ............................................................................................................................ 30
IP Address ....................................................................................................................... 31
DVRNS ............................................................................................................................ 32
RTSP ............................................................................................................................... 34
Notification ....................................................................................................................... 35
Event Setup ......................................................................................................................... 37
Video-Analytics................................................................................................................ 37
Alarm-In ........................................................................................................................... 41
Video Loss....................................................................................................................... 41
System Event .................................................................................................................. 42
Device Setup........................................................................................................................ 43
Alarm-Out ........................................................................................................................ 43
Display Setup....................................................................................................................... 44
OSD ................................................................................................................................. 44
Monitor............................................................................................................................. 45
Status Setup ........................................................................................................................ 46
Event................................................................................................................................ 46
Storage ............................................................................................................................ 47
Camera Setup...................................................................................................................... 47
Network Camera.............................................................................................................. 47
General ............................................................................................................................ 49
Profile............................................................................................................................... 51
Upgrade ........................................................................................................................... 53
Chapter 4 — Operation ............................................................................................................ 55
Turning on the Power........................................................................................................... 55
Live Monitoring..................................................................................................................... 55
Live Monitoring Menu ...................................................................................................... 55
Active Cameo Mode ........................................................................................................ 57
Zoom Mode...................................................................................................................... 57
Event Monitoring.............................................................................................................. 57
Covert Camera ................................................................................................................ 58
Recording Video .................................................................................................................. 58
Panic Recording .............................................................................................................. 58
Recording Audio .................................................................................................................. 58
Playing Recorded Video ...................................................................................................... 59
Searching Video................................................................................................................... 60
Search Menu ................................................................................................................... 60
Event Log Search ............................................................................................................ 62
Record Table Search....................................................................................................... 63
Motion Search ................................................................................................................. 65
Bookmarks....................................................................................................................... 66

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Clip-Copy......................................................................................................................... 66
Appendix .................................................................................................................................. 69
USB Hard Disk Drive Preparation........................................................................................ 69
Time Overlap ....................................................................................................................... 69
WebGuard............................................................................................................................ 70
Web Monitoring Mode ..................................................................................................... 71
Web Search Mode........................................................................................................... 72
Map of Screens.................................................................................................................... 74
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................... 75
System Log Notices ............................................................................................................. 75
Error Code Notices .............................................................................................................. 76
Specifications....................................................................................................................... 77
List of Illustrations
Figure 1 : Typical NVR installation. ...........................................................................................................1
Figure 2 : NVR rear panel. ........................................................................................................................3
Figure 3 : 8-Channel NVR front panel.......................................................................................................7
Figure 4 : Infrared remote control..............................................................................................................9
Figure 5 : Login screen. ..........................................................................................................................11
Figure 6 : Logout screen. ........................................................................................................................12
Figure 7 : Setup screen...........................................................................................................................12
Figure 8 : System – General setup screen..............................................................................................13
Figure 9 : System – Date/Time setup screen. .........................................................................................21
Figure 10 : System – User setup screen. ................................................................................................23
Figure 11 : System – Storage setup screen. ...........................................................................................25
Figure 12 : Record – General setup screen. ...........................................................................................26
Figure 13 : Record – Schedule setup screen. .........................................................................................27
Figure 14 : Schedule – Settings (Advanced Mode) setup screen. ..........................................................28
Figure 15 : Record – Pre-Event setup screen. ........................................................................................29
Figure 16 : Network – General setup screen...........................................................................................30
Figure 17 : Network – IP Address (Manual) setup screen.......................................................................31
Figure 18 : Network – DVRNS setup screen...........................................................................................33
Figure 19 : Network – RTSP setup screen..............................................................................................34
Figure 20 : Network – Notification setup screen......................................................................................35
Figure 21 : Event – Video-Analytics (Motion) setup screen.....................................................................37
Figure 22 : Event – Video-Analytics (TripZone) setup screen. ................................................................39
Figure 23 : Event – Video-Analytics (Tampering) setup screen. .............................................................40
Figure 24 : Event – Alarm-In setup screen..............................................................................................41
Figure 25 : Event – Video Loss setup screen..........................................................................................42
Figure 26 : Event – System Event setup screen. ....................................................................................42
Figure 27 : Device – Alarm-Out setup screen. ........................................................................................43
Figure 28 : Display – OSD setup screen.................................................................................................44
Figure 29 : Display – Monitor setup screen.............................................................................................45
Figure 30 : Status – Event setup screen. ................................................................................................46
Figure 31 : Status – Storage setup screen..............................................................................................47
Figure 32 : Camera – Network Camera setup screen.............................................................................48
Figure 33 : Camera – General setup screen. ..........................................................................................49
Figure 34 : Camera – Profile (Simple Mode) setup screen. ....................................................................52

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Figure 35 : Camera – Profile (Advanced Mode) setup screen. ...............................................................52
Figure 36 : Camera – Upgrade setup screen. .........................................................................................53
Figure 37 : Live Monitoring menu............................................................................................................55
Figure 38 : Select Playback Camera menu.............................................................................................59
Figure 39 : Search menu.........................................................................................................................60
Figure 40 : Event Log Search screen......................................................................................................62
Figure 41 : Record Table Search screen. ...............................................................................................63
Figure 42 : Motion Search screen. ..........................................................................................................65
Figure 43 : Bookmarks screen. ...............................................................................................................66
Figure 44 : Clip-Copy screen. .................................................................................................................67

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Chapter 1 — Introduction
Feature
Your color network video recorder (NVR) provides recording capabilities for four or eight network camera inputs. It
provides exceptional picture quality in both live and playback modes, and offers the following features:
4 or 8 Network Video Input
H.264 Codec
Monitor Connectors: 1 HDMI, 1 VGA
Multiple Search Engines (Date/Time, Record Table, Event)
Real-time Recording (240 Images per Second with 1280x720 Resolution)
Continuous Recording in Disk Overwrite Mode
Continues Recording while Transmitting to Remote Site and during Playback
User-friendly Graphical User Interface (GUI) Menu System
Multiple Recording Modes (Time-lapse, Pre-event, Event and Panic)
8-Channel Audio Recording and 1-Channel Audio Playback
PoE (Power over Ethernet) network camera connections
2 USB 2.0 Ports
Alarm Connections Include: Input and Output
Built-in Alarm Buzzer
Live or Recorded Video Access via Ethernet
Time Synchronization using industry standard protocol
IR Remote Control
Self-diagnostics with automatic notification including hard disk drive S.M.A.R.T. protocol
Figure 1 : Typical NVR installation.
NOTE: This manual covers the 4- and 8-channal network video recorders. The NVRs are identical except for
the number of cameras that can be connected and the number of cameras that can be displayed. For
simplicity, the illustrations and descriptions in this manual refer to the 8-camera model.

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Chapter 2 — Installation
Package Contents
The package contains the following:
Network Video Recorder
Power Cord and Power Adaptor (NVR, PSE)
Quick User Manual
RAS Software CD (User’s Manual included)
USB Mouse
Infrared Remote Control
Required Installation Tools
No special tools are required to install the NVR. Refer to the installation manuals for the other items that make up
part of your system.
< 8-Channel Model >
< 4-Channel Model >
Figure 2 : NVR rear panel.
Audio Out Video Out Video Input Network Port
Factory Reset Switch Alarm Input/Output RS232 Port (Not Implemented)
Power Cord Connector
Audio Out
Connect AUDIO OUT to your amplifier.

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NOTE: It is the user’s responsibility to determine if local laws and regulations permit recording audio.
The NVR does not have amplified audio output, so you will need a speaker with an amplifier. The NVR
does not have a pre-amplifier for audio input, so the audio input should be from an amplified source,
not directly from a microphone.
Video Out
Video Input
CAUTION: The Video Input connector is designed to be connected directly (1:1) with cable
between the system and the camera.
Network Port
The NVR can be networked using the 10Mb/100Mb/1Gb Ethernet connector. Connect a
Cat5/Cat5e/Cat6 cable with an RJ-45 jack to the NVR connector. The NVR can be networked with
a computer for remote monitoring, searching, configuration and software upgrades. See Chapter 3
─Configuration for configuring the Ethernet connections.
CAUTION: The network connector is not designed to be connected directly with cable or wire
intended for outdoor use.
Factory Reset Switch
The NVR has a Factory Reset switch to the right of the NETWORK connector (to the left of the
AUDIO OUT connector for the 4-ch model) on the rear panel. This switch will only be used on the
rare occasions that you want to return all the settings to the original factory settings.
CAUTION: When using the Factory Reset, you will lose any settings you have saved.
To reset the unit, you will need a straightened paperclip:
1. Turn the NVR off.
2. Turn it on again.
3. While the NVR is initializing, the front panel LEDs will blink. When the front panel LEDs blink, poke the
straightened paperclip into the unlabeled hole to the right of the Network connector (to the left of the Audio Out
connector for the 4-ch model).
4. Hold the reset switch until the NVR’s internal buzzer sounds twice.
5. Release the reset switch. All of the NVR’s settings are now at the original settings it had when it left the factory.
A VGA OUT connector is provided so that you can use a standard, multi-sync
computer monitor, and an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
connector is provided so that you can use an HDMI monitor. Use the cable
supplied with your monitor to connect it to the NVR.
Connect Cat5/Cat5e/Cat6 cables with an RJ-45 jack to the VIDEO IN connectors.

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Alarm Input/Output
ALARM IN 1 to 4: You can use external devices to signal the NVR to react to events. Mechanical or electrical
switches can be wired to the ALARM IN and GND (Ground) connectors. The threshold voltage of electrical switches
for NO (Normally Open) is below 0.3V, and should be stable at least 0.5 seconds to be detected. The voltage range of
alarm input is from 0V to 5V. See Chapter 3 ─Configuration for configuring alarm input.
GND (Ground): Connect the ground side of the Alarm input and/or alarm output to the GND connector.
NOTE: All the connectors marked GND are common.
NO (Relay Alarm Outputs): The NVR can activate external devices such as buzzers or lights. Connect the device
to the COM (Common) and NO (Normally Open) connectors. NO is a relay output which sinks 2A@125VAC and
1A@30VDC. See Chapter 3 ─Configuration for configuring alarm output.
Connector Pin Outs: ALARM IN (1 to 4) Alarm Inputs 1 to 4
GND Chassis Ground
COM Common
NO Relay Alarm Out (Normally Open)
Power Cord Connector
Connect the connector (12V ) of the adaptor to the NVR, and connect the AC power cord to the
adaptor and then to the wall outlet.
The NVR has an imbedded PSE (Power Supply Equipment) for PoE network cameras. Connect the
connector (48V ) of the adaptor to the NVR, and connect the AC power cord to the adaptor and then
to the wall outlet.
WARNING: ROUTE POWER CORDS SO THAT THEY ARE NOT A TRIPPING HAZARD. MAKE
CERTAIN THE POWER CORD WILL NOT BE PINCHED OR ABRADED BY FURNITURE.
DO NOT INSTALL POWER CORDS UNDER RUGS OR CARPET.
THE POWER CORD HAS A GROUNDING PIN. IF YOUR POWER OUTLET DOES NOT
HAVE A GROUNDING PIN RECEPTACLE, DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG. DO NOT
OVERLOAD THE CIRCUIT BY PLUGGING TOO MANY DEVICES IN TO ONE CIRCUIT.
Your NVR is now ready to operate. Refer to Chapter 3 ─Configuration and Chapter 4 ─Operation.
NOTE: To make connections on the Alarm Connector Strip, press and hold the button and
insert the wire in the hole below the button. After releasing the button, tug gently on the wire
to make certain it is connected. To disconnect a wire, press and hold the button above the
wire and pull out the wire.

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Chapter 3 — Configuration
NOTE: Your NVR should be completely installed before proceeding. Refer to Chapter 2 — Installation.
Front Panel Controls
Figure 3 : 8-Channel NVR front panel.
Camera Buttons LED Arrow Buttons Play/Pause Button
Menu Button PTZ/Zoom Button Group/Sequence Button
Search Button Display Button Panic Button USB Port
Many of the buttons have multiple functions. The buttons on the infrared remote control, while laid out differently,
perform the same functions as those on the front panel. The following describes each button and control. Take a few
minutes to review the descriptions. You will use these to initially set up your NVR and for daily operations.
NOTE: A separate Alarm button is not provided. Pressing any button on the front panel or remote control
resets alarm output including the internal buzzer when the alarm is activated. However, when you are
in the menu mode, you have to exit the menu first to reset alarm output.
The infrared sensor on the NVR is just to the right of arrow buttons. Make certain that nothing blocks
the sensor, or the remote control will not function properly.
When you use wireless communication devices (such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth) near the NVR, the remote
control might not function properly.
You can also use a USB mouse to navigate through the screens and menus much like you would on a
computer.
Camera Buttons
Pressing the individual camera buttons will cause the selected camera to display full screen. Buttons are also used to
enter passwords.
LED
HDD LED: The HDD LED flickers when the NVR is recording or searching video on the hard disk drive.
Alarm LED: The Alarm LED is lit when alarm output or internal buzzer is activated.
Arrow Buttons
These buttons are used to navigate through menus and GUI. You can also use them to change numbers by highlighting
a number in the menu and using the Up and Down arrow buttons to increase or decrease the number’s value.

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Play/Pause Button
In the live monitoring mode, pressing the button freezes the current screen and the screen displays icon. When
in the playback mode, pressing the button plays back images at regular speed or pauses playing video.
Pressing the button selects a highlighted item or completes an entry that you have made during system setup.
Menu Button
In the Live Monitoring mode and Search mode, pressing the MENU button displays the menu icons at the top of the
screen. Pressing the button also hides the menu icons. During menu setup, pressing the button closes the current
menu or setup dialog box.
In the Search mode clip-copying can be done instantly by pressing and holding the MENU button for three or more
seconds.
PTZ/Zoom Button
Pressing the PTZ/ZOOM button zooms in the current image on the screen. You can use the arrow buttons to move the
rectangle to another area. Pressing the (Play/Pause) button zooms in the image in rectangle.
(Not Implemented) Pressing and holding the PTZ/ZOOM button for three seconds or longer enters the PTZ
(Pan/Tilt/Zoom) mode and the PTZ icon flickers. Pressing the button again exits the PTZ mode. Pressing the arrow
buttons or MENU button allows you to control properly configured cameras.
Group/Sequence Button
When in the live mode, pressing the GROUP/SEQUENCE button changes the screen from the current camera group
to the next camera group, and the screen displays the page number. Pressing and holding the button for three seconds
or longer displays live channels sequentially.
Search Button
Pressing the SEARCH button enters the playback mode, and pressing the button again exits the playback mode.
When entering the playback mode, video is paused. Pressing the (Play/Pause) button plays back video at regular
speed. The screen displays when the NVR is in the Pause mode and the screen displays when the NVR is
playing back video.
When in one of the multi-view formats, pressing this SEARCH button enters the Triplex mode. The NVR supports
the Triplex function: monitoring, recording and playing back at the same time.
Display Button
Pressing the DISPLAY button toggles between different display formats. The available formats are: 2x2 and 3x3.
Panic Button
Pressing the PANIC button starts panic recoding of all camera channels, and displays on the screen. Pressing the
button again will stop panic recording.
USB Port
Two USB ports on the front panel are provided to connect external hard disk or flash drives for video clip copying or
system upgrades. Position external drives close enough to the NVR so that you can make the cable connections,
usually less than 6 feet. Use the USB cable provided with the hard disk drive to connect it to the NVR.

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A USB mouse can be connected to one of the ports. You can use the mouse to navigate through the screens and
menus much like you would on a computer.
Remote Control Buttons
ID Button
Camera Buttons
Status Button
Zoom/Focus Buttons
Search Button
Register Mode Button
Setup Button
Arrow Buttons
Alarm Button
Sequence Button
Menu Button
Playback Buttons
Bookmark Button
Panic Button
Layout Button
Keylock Button
Freeze Button
Log Button
Enter Button
PTZ Button
Zoom Button
PTZ Preset Buttons
Clip Copy Button
Mute Button
Figure 4 : Infrared remote control.
NOTE: Some buttons on the remote control have not been yet implemented and they are not described below.
For simplicity, the button descriptions in this manual refer to the front panel buttons.
ID Button
If a NVR System ID is set to 0, the infrared remote control will control that NVR without any additional operations.
(Refer to the System Information setup screen in this chapter for further information on setting the System ID.) If the
system ID is 1 to 9, you must to press the ID button and then press the number button (1 to 9) in order to control that
NVR. If the System ID of two or more NVRs is set to 0, those NVRs will react to the infrared remote control at the
same time.
Camera Buttons
Pressing the individual camera buttons will cause the selected camera to display full screen. Buttons 1 to 9 are also
used to enter passwords.
Search Button
In the search mode, pressing the CALENDAR button displays the Calendar Search screen.

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Arrow Buttons
These buttons are used to navigate through menus and GUI. You can also use them to change numbers by highlighting
a number in the menu and using the Up and Down arrow buttons to increase or decrease the number’s value.
Pressing the Left and Right buttons moves through screen pages in the Live Monitoring mode and Search mode.
Alarm Button
Pressing the ALARM button resets the NVR’s outputs including the internal buzzer during an alarm.
Sequence Button
When in the Live Monitoring mode, pressing the SEQUENCE button displays live channels sequentially.
Menu Button
In the Live Monitoring mode and Search mode, pressing the MENU button displays the menu icons at the top of the
screen. Pressing the button also hides the menu icons. During menu setup, pressing the button closes the current
menu or setup dialog box.
Playback Buttons
Rewind: Pressing the button plays video backward at high speed. Pressing the button again toggles the
playback speed from , and .
Play/Pause: Pressing the button plays back video at regular speed and pressing the button again pauses video.
The screen displays when the NVR is in the Pause mode and the screen displays when the NVR is playing back
video.
Fast Forward: Pressing the button plays video forward at high speed. Pressing the button again toggles the
playback speed from , and .
Stop: Pressing the button stops playback and enters the Live Monitoring mode.
Backward: When in the pause mode, pressing the button moves to the previous image.
Forward: When in the pause mode, pressing the button moves to the next image.
In the Live Monitoring mode, pressing any playback button enters to the Search mode.
Bookmark Button
When in the playback mode, pressing the BOOKMARK button adds the current playback point to the bookmark list or
moves to the registered bookmark point.
Panic Button
Pressing the PANIC button starts panic recoding of all camera channels, and displays on the screen. Pressing the
button again will stop panic recording.
Layout Button
Pressing the LAYOUT button toggles between different display formats. The available formats are: 2x2 and 3x3.
Freeze Button
Pressing the FREEZE button freezes the current live screen.

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Log Button
Pressing the LOG button displays the Login or Logout screen.
Enter Button
The (Enter) button selects a highlighted item or completes an entry that you have made during system setup. This
button is also used to enter the Cameo mode in the Live Monitoring mode or Search mode.
Zoom Button
Pressing the ZOOM button zooms the current image on the screen. A rectangle temporarily displays showing what
area of the screen has been enlarged. You can use the arrow buttons to move the rectangle to another area.
Clip Copy Button
Pressing the CLIP COPY button allows you to copy video clips.
Turning on the Power
Connecting the power cord to the NVR turns on the unit. The unit takes approximately 60 seconds to initialize.
Initial Unit Setup
Before using your NVR for the first time, you will want to establish the initial settings. This includes items such as
time and date, display language, camera, record mode, network and password. Your NVR can be set up using
various screens and dialog boxes.
Throughout the screens you will see . Highlighting the and pressing the button gives you the opportunity to
reset that screen to its default settings. After you are finished with any setup screen, you can highlight Save and
press the button to save the changes and exit the screen. If you do not wish to save the changes, highlight Cancel
and press the button to exit the screen.
Press the MENU button or move the mouse pointer on the right edge of the screen and then select (Login) in the
Live Monitoring menu to enter the setup screens. The Login screen appears.
Select a User and enter the password by pressing the appropriate
combination of Camera number buttons and then the button.
There is no default password when logging in the admin user for
the first time.
Figure 5 : Login screen.
NOTE: To assure the secure management of the system, setting up a password is strongly recommended.
If you cannot use the front panel buttons, click the button using the mouse to enter a password,
and the virtual keyboard displays. See instructions below for using the virtual keyboard.

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NOTE: To log the user out of the system, press the MENU button or move the mouse pointer on the right edge
of the screen and then select (Logout) in the Live Monitoring menu. The Logout screen displays
asking you to confirm whether or not you want to log out the current user.
Figure 6 : Logout screen.
Setup Screen
①System
②Record
③Network
④Event
⑤Device
⑥Display
⑦Status
⑧Camera
Figure 7 : Setup screen.
Press the MENU button or move the mouse pointer on the right edge of the screen and then select (Setup) in the
Live Monitoring menu to enter the setup screen.
While setting up the NVR, there will be many opportunities to enter names and titles. When making these entries, a
Virtual Keyboard will appear.
Use the arrow keys to highlight the character you want in the name or title and press
the button. That character appears in the title bar and the cursor moves to the
next position. Pressing toggles between the upper and lower case keyboards,
backspaces, and deletes entered characters.
System Setup
General
Highlight General and press the button, and the General screen appears.