Q-See QC-SERIES User manual

QSDR16RTCB
User’s Manual
Contact Us:
Digital Peripheral Solutions, Inc.
8015 E. Crystal Drive
Anaheim, CA 92807
Website:
http://www.Q-See.com
Customer Service:
Phone: [phone] x 538
Email:[e-mail]
Tech Support:
Phone: [phone] x 539
Email:[e-mail]
Fax:
714-998-3509
Revised 11/11/2009

CONTENTS
Chapter 1: DVR Features....................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2: Layout ...............................................................................................................................3
2.1: Front Panel...................................................................................................................................................................3
2.2: Rear Panel ...................................................................................................................................................................4
2.2.1: RS485/Sensor/Alarm Port Functions: ...................................................................................................................4
2.2.2: Remote Control .....................................................................................................................................................5
2.2.3 Mouse Operation....................................................................................................................................................6
Chapter 3: DVR Installation................................................................................................................7
3.1: Hard Drive Installation..................................................................................................................................................7
3.2: Connecting Your DVR to Cameras and a Monitor .......................................................................................................7
3.3: Connecting the Power Supply......................................................................................................................................7
Chapter 4: DVR Boot up.....................................................................................................................8
4.1: System Initialization .....................................................................................................................................................8
4.2: Main Interface...............................................................................................................................................................8
4.3: Pop-Up Menu...............................................................................................................................................................8
Chapter 5: DVR Menu .........................................................................................................................9
5.1: Main Menu At-a-Glance ...............................................................................................................................................9
5.2: Main Menu..................................................................................................................................................................10
5.2.1: Camera Setup .....................................................................................................................................................10
5.2.2: Record Setup....................................................................................................................................................... 11
5.2.3: Network Setup.....................................................................................................................................................12
5.2.3.1: DHCP............................................................................................................................................................12
5.2.3.2: PPPoE ..........................................................................................................................................................12
5.2.3.3: STATIC..........................................................................................................................................................12
5.2.3.4: Port Forwarding............................................................................................................................................13
5.2.3.5: Pop-Ups & ActiveX Controls.........................................................................................................................14
5.2.4: Recording Search................................................................................................................................................16

5.2.5: Backup Recorded Files .......................................................................................................................................17
5.2.6: Multi Player..........................................................................................................................................................17
5.2.7: Device Management............................................................................................................................................19
5.2.7.1: HDD Management........................................................................................................................................19
5.2.7.2: Alarm Set......................................................................................................................................................20
5.2.7.3: PTZ Setup.....................................................................................................................................................22
5.2.7.4: Mobile Setup.................................................................................................................................................22
5.2.7.5: Mobile Phone Access ...................................................................................................................................23
5.2.7.6: Motion Detect................................................................................................................................................28
5.2.8: System Function..................................................................................................................................................28
5.2.8.1: Time Set........................................................................................................................................................28
5.2.8.2: Password......................................................................................................................................................29
5.2.8.3: Video Setup ..................................................................................................................................................29
5.2.8.4: Language......................................................................................................................................................29
5.2.8.5: Info................................................................................................................................................................29
5.2.8.6: System Maintenance....................................................................................................................................29
5.3: Menu Lock..................................................................................................................................................................30
5.4: Video Search..............................................................................................................................................................30
5.5: Multiple Channel Display............................................................................................................................................30
5.6: PTZ Control................................................................................................................................................................30
5.7: PIP Mode....................................................................................................................................................................31
5.8: Mute ...........................................................................................................................................................................31
5.9: Record........................................................................................................................................................................31
5.10: Stop Recording.........................................................................................................................................................31
5.11: Start Cruise...............................................................................................................................................................31
Chapter 6: Net-Viewer Program.......................................................................................................32
6.1: Enable Plug-Ins and Log-In to Net-Viewer.................................................................................................................32
6.2: Main Interface of Net-Viewer......................................................................................................................................32
6.2.1: Menu....................................................................................................................................................................33
6.2.1.1: Live ...............................................................................................................................................................33
6.2.1.2: Replay...........................................................................................................................................................33

6.2.1.3: Setup ............................................................................................................................................................33
6.2.1.4: Logging Out of Net-Viewer ...........................................................................................................................35
6.2.2: PTZ and Live Play Controls.................................................................................................................................35
Chapter 7: Specifications.................................................................................................................36
Chapter 8: Appendix.........................................................................................................................37
8.1: Operation Function Table...........................................................................................................................................37
8.2: Setting up Alarm Record Mode ..................................................................................................................................38
8.3: Troubleshooting..........................................................................................................................................................39
8.4: System Connections ..................................................................................................................................................40
8.5: Accessories Included .................................................................................................................................................40
Q-See Product Warranty...................................................................................................................41
Customer Information Card .............................................................................................................42

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Safety Instructions
1. Use proper power source.
Do not use this product with a power source that applies more than specified voltage (100-240V AC).
2. Never insert anything metallic into the DVR case.
Putting something into the DVR case can be a source of dangerous electric shock.
3. Do not operate in wet & dusty area or use near water.
Avoid places like a damp basement or dusty hallway.
4. Do not expose this product to rain or use near water.
If this product accidentally gets wet, unplug it and contact an authorized dealer immediately.
5. Keep product surfaces clean and dry.
To clean the outside case of the DVR, use a cloth lightly dampened with water (no solvents).
6. Provide proper ventilation.
This DVR has a built in fan that properly ventilates the system.
7. If there are any unusual sounds or smells coming from the DVR, unplug it immediately and contact
Q-See.
Warning: You may be subjected to severe electrical shock if you remove the cover of the DVR.
8. Handle DVR box carefully.
If you accidentally drop your DVR on any hard surface, it may cause a malfunction. If the DVR doesn’t work
properly due to physical damage, contact an authorized dealer for repair or exchange.
9. Use standard lithium cell battery (preinstalled).
The standard lithium cell 3v battery located on the mother board should be replaced if the time clock resets during
a power outage. Warning! Unplug the DVR before replacing battery or you may be subjected to severe electrical
shock. Properly dispose of old batteries.
10. Make sure there is good air circulation around the unit.
This DVR system uses a hard drive for video storage which generates heat during operation. Do not block air
holes (bottom, upper, sides and back) of the DVR as they are designed to cool down the system while running.
Install or place this product in an area where there is good air circulation.
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Chapter 1: DVR Features
Function Brief Description
Real-Time
Monitoring Double video output with monitor VGAvirtual output port; Supports net-viewer and M
ultiple
Person live surveillance, Zoom In/Out on live video, dwell time display and PIP display.
Record
H.264 video compression format; recording quality options, multiple recording modes
(Always, Scheduled, Manual, Alarm, Motion detection and remote recording).
Save
Recordings Supports SATA HDD up to 1TB and save real-time recordings to HDD.
Playback Supports DVR single CH and multiple CH playback of recorded files.
Backup
Recordings Supports DVR backup via USB flash drive, removable drive and network.
Alarm Setting Supports HDD & video input alarm management and external alarm signal inputs.
Network
Operation Supports remote surveillance by multiple users simultaneously.
Mouse
Operation Supports mouse operation for faster menu navigation.
PTZ Control Supports PTZ camera operations through RS-485.
Other Features:
•H.264 Video Compression Format; Supports D1 Resolution
•ADPCM Audio Compression Format
•Windows Graphics Interface; Built-In Real-Time Linux 2.6 Operation System
•Menu Status Notification
•Multiple Operation (Preview, Recording, Playback, Backup, Network Surveillance and Mobile Phone Monitoring
Simultaneously)
•Supports Double Encoded Bit Network Transmission
•Supports Remote Live Viewing Via 3g Mobile Networks
•Supports Zoom In/Out And Dwell Time Display
•Adjustable Video Package Time
•Multiple Alarm Record Mode
•Rear USB 2.0 Ports For Back-Up, Upgrade and Mouse Operation
•IR Remote Control Operation
•Multiple Language OSD (On Screen Display)
•Supports Auto Maintenance

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Chapter 2: Layout
2.1: Front Panel
Item Type Key Title /Indicator Marks Function
1 Indicator HDD Indicator HDD Hard drive is being read or written to when “Red” indicator flashes.
2 Power Indicator PWR If the “Green” indicator is on the system is getting power.
3 IR Receiver Receives signal from Remote Control
4
Channel
Select &
Numeric Input
Single Channel Display
and Numeric Key
1 CH-1; Numeric Key 1
CH11-CH16, Select Method: Press First
Numeric Value Key + Second Numeric Value
Key (i.e., Press 1 then 6 for CH-16, etc.)
5 2 CH-2; Numeric Key 2
6 3 CH-3; Numeric Key 3
7 4 CH-4; Numeric Key 4
8 5 CH-5; Numeric Key 5
9 6 CH-6; Numeric Key 6
10 7 CH-7; Numeric Key 7
11 8 CH-8; Numeric Key 8
12 9 CH-9; Numeric Key 9
13 10 CH-10; Numeric Key 0
14 PREVIEW Multi CH Display DISPLAY MODE Quad Display; 9 CH and 16 CH Display
15 Audio Control MUTE KEY MUTE Turn Audio Input or Output On or Off
16 REC Manual Record ●Record Manually
17
Play Controls
PAUSE PAUSE/FRAME Pause Play/Play Frame by Frame
18 PLAY PLAY Play Recorded Events
19 STOP STOP Stop Playing Recorded Events
20 Complex Key MENU MENU/ESC Got to Main Menu/Exit
21 PTZ PTZ PTZ Control; Select [Enter]/[Edit]
22
Direction Key
UP Move Up
23 DOWN Move Down
24 LEFT /Rewind
25 RIGHT /Forward

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2.2: Rear Panel
Item Physical Port Connection Method
1 Video Input Connect Ch1-16 (BNC Interface)
2 Video Output Main Video Output
3 Audio Input Connect CH1-4Audio Signal Input (BNC Interface)
4 Audio Output Connect Audio Output (BNC Interface)
5 Ethernet Port Connect Intranet, Internet (RJ-45 Interface)
6 LINE IN Port Phonetic Talkback
7 USB Port Connect USB Device (Flash Drive, Hard Drive)
8 USB Port Connect USB Mouse
9 RS-485/Sensor/Alarm RS485/Sensor/Alarm Interface (See Pin Outs Below)
10 VGA Port Connect To VGA Monitor, Such As PC Monitor
11 Power Port Connect Power Supply - DC12V 8.33A
12 Power Switch Turn Power On And Off
2.2.1: RS485/Sensor/Alarm Port Functions:
Alarm Input: Connect your sensor’s [-] port to G and [+] port to the channel input of your choice.
Alarm Output: Indicated by the two ports marked “out”.
PTZ Port: PTZ camera connection using RS-485+ and RS485- Ports

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2.2.2: Remote Control
Key Title Key Function
REC Manual Recording
SEARCH Search Mode
2×2 Quad Display
3×3 9-CH Display
4×4 16-CH Display
AUTO Dwell Time Display
0~9 Channel Select; Numeric Key
DISPLAY MODE Multiple CH Display (Quad, 9-CH, 16-CH
and Single-CH Display)
▲UP
▼DOWN
◄/►Left/Right Key
ENTER Select/Edit/Enter
Menu/ESC Main Menu/Exit
PIP PIP Display Mode
MUTE Mute
FWD Forward (x2, x4, x8)
REW Rewind (x2, x4, x8)
PLAY Search or Play Recorded Events,
STOP Stop Play
PAUSE/
FRAME Pause/Frame by Frame
SLOW Slow Play (½, ¼, 1/8)
Z+ Zoom In
Z- Zoom Out
F+ Focus In
F- Focus Out
I+ Increase PTZ Brightness
I- Decrease PTZ brightness
PTZ PTZ Control
LOCK Lock System

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2.2.3 Mouse Operation
For your convenience, your Q-See DVR System can also be operated by a mouse in addition to the front panel
controls and remote control.
Action Function
Left Click
With your DVR in Menu Unlock mode, left clicking on your
mouse opens a pop-up dialog menu that allows you to access
your programming and configuration settings. Some of the
options available by left clicking include :
•Edit your record settings.
•Playback recorded files.
•Access a pull-down menu.
•Control color and volume settings.
•Choose your system’s language settings.
•Double clicking the left key of your mouse maximizes
the screen view.
Right Click
With your DVR in Live Display mode, right clicking will display
a pop-up menu (See Picture 3) which allows you to:
•Exit system programming and configuration mode.
•Close all configuration menu dialog boxes.
Sliding Mouse
•In Motion set mode, sliding the mouse will select the
area of motion you wish to choose.
•
In Color Set mode, sliding the mouse allows you to
access and adjust the color control bar and the
volume control bar.