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QSD2308L/QSD2316L DVR User’s Manual
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QSD2308L/QSD2316L
DVR User’s Manual
NOTE: We use two different front panel designs on these models. They
have the same function buttons but they are arranged differently. Please
match the front panel on your model with the layouts below.
For H.264-200 FPS /240 FPS /8-channel/16-channel digital video recorder
All rights reserved
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CAUTION
Please read this user manual carefully to ensure that you can use the
device correctly and safely
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice
This device should be operated only with the power source supplied
with the unit. The power supply voltage must be verified before using. If
not going to be used for a long time, unplug the unit from the outlet
Do not install this device near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves or other devices that produce heat
Do not install this device near water. Clean only with a dry cloth
Do not block any ventilation openings, and make sure the area around
the machine is well ventilated
This machine is designed for indoor use. Do not expose the machine to
water or a moist environment. If any solid or liquid gets into the machine’s
case, please cut off the power supply immediately, and have the unit
checked be a qualified technician before restart
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. There are no parts in
the unit you can service your self.

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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 Introduction
1.1 DVR Introduction............................................................................................1
1.2 Main Features................................................................................................1
1.3 DVR Introduction............................................................................................1
1.4 Main Features................................................................................................1
CHAPTER 2 Hardware Installations
2.1 Installing Hard Drive & DVD Writer (optional).................................................4
2.1.1 Installing Hard Drive......................................................................................................4
2.1.2 Installing DVD Writer (optional) .....................................................................................4
2.2 Front Panel Layouts.......................................................................................6
2.3 Rear Panel.....................................................................................................8
2.3.1 Rear Panel layouts........................................................................................................8
2.3.2 Installing Sensor &Alarm (optional)...............................................................................9
2.4 Remote Control............................................................................................ 11
2.5 Controlling with a Mouse..............................................................................12
2.5.1 Connecting Mouse......................................................................................................12
2.5.2 Using Mouse...............................................................................................................12
CHAPTER 3 Basic Function Instructions
3.1 Power On/Off ...............................................................................................13
3.2 Login & User Management...........................................................................14
3.3 Recording.....................................................................................................17
3.3.1 Record Setup..............................................................................................................17
3.3.2 Manual Recording.......................................................................................................18
3.3.3 Scheduled Recording..................................................................................................18
3.3.4 Motion Detection Recording........................................................................................19
3.3.5 Alarm Recording .........................................................................................................20
3.4 Playback.......................................................................................................21
3.5 Backup & View.............................................................................................23
3.6 PTZ Control..................................................................................................29
Chapter 4 Menu Setup Guide
4.1 Menu Navigation..........................................................................................31
4.2 Main Menu Setup.........................................................................................32
4.2.1 Basic Configuration.....................................................................................................33
4.2.2 Live Configuration.......................................................................................................34
4.2.3 Record Configuration..................................................................................................35
4.2.4 Schedule Configuration...............................................................................................36
4.2.5 Alarm Configuration ....................................................................................................36
4.2.6 Motion Configuration...................................................................................................38
4.2.7 Network Configuration.................................................................................................39
4.2.8 P.T.Z Configuration......................................................................................................41
4.2.9 User Configuration......................................................................................................42
4.2.10 Tools Configuration ...................................................................................................42

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Chapter 5 Managing the DVR
5.1 Formatting the Hard Disk .............................................................................43
5.2 Updating Firmware.......................................................................................43
5.3 Load Default Setup ......................................................................................44
5.4 Check System Information...........................................................................44
5.5 Check System Log.......................................................................................46
5.6 Check On-line Network Users......................................................................47
5.7 Lock & Delete Files ......................................................................................48
Chapter 6 Remote Surveillance
6.1 Accessing the DVR ......................................................................................49
6.1.1 On LAN.......................................................................................................................49
6.1.2 On WAN.....................................................................................................................50
6.2 Remote Viewing...........................................................................................51
6.3 Remote Playback &Backup..........................................................................55
6.3.1 Remote Playback........................................................................................................55
6.3.2 Remote Backup..........................................................................................................57
6.4 Remote Menu Configuration ........................................................................58
6.5 Remote DVR Management..........................................................................59
6.5.1 Check System Log Remotely......................................................................................59
6.5.2 Lock & Delete Files Remotely .....................................................................................60
Chapter 7 Mobile Surveillance
7.1 By Phones with WinCE ................................................................................61
7.2 By Phones with Symbian..............................................................................63
Appendix A FAQs....………………………………………………………………66
Appendix B Calculating Recording Capacity…...……………………………70
Appendix C Compatible Devices……………………………………………… 71
Appendix D DVR Specifications (8 CH)……………………………………… 72
Appendix E DVR Specifications (16 CH)………………………………………73
Q-SEE Product Warranty...………………………………………………………74

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CHAPTER 1 Introduction
1.1 DVR Introduction
This DVR uses high performance video processing chips and an embedded
Linux system. It utilizes many advanced technologies, such as standard
H.264 with low bit rate, Dual Stream, SATA interface, VGA output, supports
access by mouse, IE browser supported with full remote control, mobile
viewing by cell phones, etc. it has very powerful functions and high stability. It
is widely used in banking, telecommunication, transportation, factories,
warehouses, irrigation, etc.
1.2 Main Features
COMPRESSION FORMAT
Standard H.264 compression with low bit rate. Backup file can be played
by normal player, without any software or codec installed.
LIVE SURVEILLANCE
Supports VGA output
Supports channel security by hiding live display
Displays the local record state and basic information
Supports full control with USB or PS/2 mouse
Supports system locking and unlocking
RECORDING MEDIA
Supports 2 SATA HDDs to record for long time periods
1.3 DVR Introduction
This DVR uses high performance video processing chips and an embedded
Linux system. It utilizes many advanced technologies, such as standard
H.264 with low bit rate, Dual Stream, SATA interface, VGA output, supports
access by mouse, IE browser supported with full remote control, mobile
viewing by cell phones, etc. it has very powerful functions and high stability. It
is widely used in banking, telecommunication, transportation, factories,
warehouses, irrigation, etc.
1.4 Main Features
COMPRESSION FORMAT
Standard H.264 compression with low bit rate. Backup file can be played
by normal player, without any software or codec installed.

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LIVE SURVEILLANCE
Supports VGA output
Supports channel security by hiding live display
Displays the local record state and basic information
Supports full control with USB or PS/2 mouse
Supports system locking and unlocking
RECORDING MEDIA
Supports 2 SATA HDDs to record for long time periods
BACKUP
Supports USB flash drive for backup
Supports built-in SATA DVD writer for backup
Supports saving recorded files to a remote computer through internet
RECORD & PLAYBACK
Record modes: Manual, Schedule, Motion detection and Sensor alarm
recording
Supports recycling after HDD is full
Resolution, frame rate and picture quality adjustable for each channel
separately
64MB for every video file packaging
4 audio channels available
Two record search modes: time search and event search
Supports single and 4 screen playback
Supports deleting and locking the recorded files individually
Supports remote playback in Internet Explorer through LAN or internet
ALARM
16 channel alarm input and 4 channel alarm output available
Supports schedule for motion detection and sensor alarm
Supports pre-recording and post recording
Supports linked channel recording once a motion or sensor alarm is
triggered on certain channels
Supports linked PTZ presets and auto cruise on the corresponding
channel
PTZ CONTROL
Supports various PTZ protocols
Supports various PTZ presets and 16 auto cruise tracks
Supports remote PTZ control through internet

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SECURITY
Two level user group management: advance and normal, rights
authorized by administrator
Support one administrator and 15 users.
Support event log recording and checking, unlimited events
NETWORK
Supports TCP/IP, DHCP, PPPoE, DDNS protocol
Supports IE browser to do remote viewing
Supports a maximum of 5 connections simultaneously
Supports dual stream. Network stream adjustable independently to fit
the network bandwidth and environment.
Supports picture snap and color adjustment in remote live view
Supports remote time and event search, mouse drag search, single
channel playback with picture snap
Supports remote PTZ control with preset and auto cruise
Supports remote full menu setup, changing all the DVR parameters
remotely
Supports mobile surveillance by smart phones or PDA with Symbian or
WinCE OS, 3G network available
Supports CMS to manage multiple devices on internet.

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CHAPTER 2 Hardware Installation
Note: Check the unit and the accessories before using the DVR.
Please disconnect the power before connecting to other devices. Don't hot plug
in/out
2.1 Installing Hard Drive & DVD Writer (optional)
2.1.1 Installing Hard Drive
Note: 1. Supports two SATA hard drives.
2. Please calculate HDD capacity needed according to the recording setting.
Please refer to “Appendix B Calculate Recording Capacity”.
STEP1 Unscrew and open the top cover
STEP2 Connect the power and data cables. Place the HDD onto the
bottom case as below.
Fig 2.1 Connect HDD
STEP3 Screw in the HDD as shown below.
Note: For easier installation, please connect the power and data cables
first, and then screw HDD to base.
Fig 2.2 Screw in HDD
2.1.2 Installing DVD Writer (optional)
Note: 1. The writer must be one of the compatible devices we recommend. Please refer
to “Appendix C Compatible Devices”
2. This device is only for backup
STEP1 Unscrew and open the top cover
STEP2 Connect the power and data cables. Place the writer onto the
bottom case as shown below.

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Fig 2.3 Connect the Writer
STEP3 Screw in the writer as below.
Fig 2.4 Screw in the Writer
STEP4 Attach the power cable to the proper system board connection.

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2.2 Front Panel Layouts
NOTE: We use two different front panel designs on these models. They
have the same function buttons but they are arranged differently.
Please match the front panel on your model with the layouts below.
Fig 2.5 Front Panel Option A
Item
Name
Description
1
Digital buttons
Input numbers or choose camera
2
-/Backup
1. Decrease the value in setup
2. Enter backup mode from live view
3
+/Menu button
1. Increase the value in setup
2. Enter menu from live view
4
10+/Info
1. Enter number 10 & above with other numbers 0-9,
push twice for 10.
2. System Info
5
RECORD
Record manually
6
SEARCH
Enter search mode
7
PLAY
Enter playback menu
8
REW
Rewind
9
FF/PTZ
1. Fast forward
2. Enter PTZ mode from live view
10
STOP/ESC
1. Quit playback mode
2. Exit the current menu or status
11
Indicator
Working indicators of power, HDD, network, etc
12
Enter button
To confirm the choice or setup
13
Direction/Multi-screen
button
1. Direction buttons. Move cursor in setup or pan/tilt
PTZ
2. Change screen display like single, 4 and 8 screens
14
IR Receiver
For remote control
15
USB port
To connect external USB flash drive for backup or
updating firmware
Table 2.1 Functions of Front Panel Buttons Option A

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Fig 2.6 Front Panel Option B
Item
Name
Function
1
DVD Recorder / HDD
Tray opening for optional DVD Recorder or Hard Drive
2
Number buttons
Input numbers or choose camera
3
Menu/+ button
1. Increase the value in setup
2. Enter menu from live view
4
Backup-/back
Backup files, Delete, Number Decrease button
5
RECORD/Focus
Record manually, Focus PTZ cameras
6
SEARCH/Zoom
Enter search mode, Zoom control for PTZ cameras
7
PLAY/Iris button
Enter playback interface, Iris control for PTZ cameras
8
REW/Speed/info
Rewind, increase or decrease speed, system info
9
FF/PTZ control
1. Fast forward
2. control PTZ cameras
10
STOP/ESC
1. Quit playback mode
2. Exit the current interface or status
11
Indicator
Working indicators for power, HDD, network, etc
12
Enter button
To confirm the choice or setup
13
Direction/Multi-screen
button
1. Direction buttons. Move cursor in setup or pan/tilt PTZ
2. Change screen display like single, 4, 9 and 16 screens
14
USB port on side
To connect external USB flash drive for backup or updating
firmware
Table 2.2 Functions of Front Panel Buttons Option B

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2.3 Rear Panel
2.3.1 Rear Panel layout
Fig 2.7 Rear Panel of 8-channel DVR
Item
Name
Description
1
VIDEO OUT
Connect to monitor
2
SPOT OUT
Connect to monitor as an AUX output channel for
one channel. only displays video, not menu
3
AUDIO IN
4-channels audio input
4
S-VIDEO
S-Video output, connect to monitor
5
PS/2 port
Connect PS/2 mouse
6
USB MOUSE port
Only for USB mouse
7
RJ45 port
Connect to internet
8
VGA port
VGA output, connect to monitor
9
ALARM IN
Connect to external sensor 1-8.
10
ALARM OUT/PTZ
Relay output 1-4. Connect to external alarm. PTZ
input
11
POWER INPUT
DC 12V
12
COM port
For debugging
13
AUDIO OUT
Audio output, connect to speakers
14
VIDEO IN
8 Video inputs for cameras
Tab 2.3 Ports on Rear Panel 8 channel

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Fig 2.8 Rear Panel of 16-channel DVR
Item
Name
Description
1
VIDEO OUT
Connect to monitor
2
SPOT OUT
Connect to monitor as an AUX output channel for
one channel. only displays video, not menu
3
VIDEO IN
16 Video inputs for cameras
4
AUDIO OUT
Audio output, connect to speakers
5
AUDIO IN
4-channels audio input
6
S-VIDEO
S-Video output, connect to monitor
7
PS/2 port
Connect PS/2 mouse
8
USB port
Only for USB mouse
9
RJ45 port
Connect to internet
10
VGA port
VGA output, connect to monitor
11
COM port
For debugging
12
ALARM IN
Connect to external sensor1-16.
13
+5V and GND
+5 Voltage and Ground
14
ALARM OUT/PTZ
Relay output1-4. Connect to external alarm. PTZ
input
15
RS485
Connected to speed domes
16
FAN
For cooling the device
17
POWER INPUT
DC 12V
Tab2.4 Ports on Rear Panel of 16 channel
Note:The resolution of VGAoutput is 800*600/60Hz. If connected through VGA port,
please assure your display supports this display mode. (Most LCD screens can
adapt to it automatically without manual adjustment)
2.3.2 Installing Sensor & Alarm (optional)
The DVR has 16 channel alarm input and 4 channel alarm output.
Alarm Input:
The alarm input is triggered by electric level (High: 5V, Low: 0V). Users
can connect external sensors, like gas detectors, smoke detectors and
infrared detectors. Once the DVR detects that the electric level meets the
user’s settings it will trigger the DVR recording or alarm out.
For example, a sensor is connected to alarm input1 as Fig 2.1. Cable A
and B will be connected once the sensor detects an event. Users set
Device type as NC (Normal Close), refer to Fig 2.1. It will input +5V (high
level) to input1 when triggered, DVR will start recording.

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Fig 2.5 Sensor Connection
Alarm output:
The DVR has 4 channel relay alarm output, which just gives on/off
signal to external alarm. The status of these pin are illustrated as 8.
NO ..
COM
NC ..
NO ..
COM
NC ..
Beforealarm
Afteralarm
Fig 2.6 Relay Output Status
Users need connect their alarm according to the NO or NC type of
the alarm. One connection example is shown as Fig 2.9
Fig 2.7 Alarm Output Connection
Note:The power in series must be 277VAC/10A or 30VDC/10A or below

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2.4 Remote Control
The remote control uses two AAA batteries, instructions for loading:
STEP1 Open the battery cover of the Remote Control
STEP2 Insert batteries with the poles (+ and -) correctly aligned
STEP3 Replace the battery cover
Note: If remote does not function check the following:
1. Check polarity of batteries
2. Check the remaining charge in the batteries
3. Check to see if remote control sensor is blocked
If it doesn't still work, exchange for a new remote control or contact your dealer.
The interface of the remote control is shown in Fig 2.10
Fig 2.8 Remote Control
Item
Name
Function
1
Power Button
Push button softly to stop firmware running before pushing harder to
power off.
2
INFO Button
Get information about the DVR such as firmware version, HDD
information
3
REC Button
To record manually
4
Number Buttons
Input numbers or choose camera
5
Multi Screen
Button
To choose multiple screen display mode
6
SEARCH Button
To enter search mode
7
MENU Button
To enter menu
8
ENTER Button
To confirm the choice or setup
9
Direction Button
Move cursor in setup or control PTZ camera
10
+/- Button
To increase or decrease the value in setup
11
Playback
Control Button
To control playback. Fast forward/rewind/stop/single frame play
12
AUDIO Button
To enable audio output in live mode
13
Auto Dwell
Button
To enter auto dwell mode
14
BACKUP Button
To enter backup mode
15
PTZ Control
Button
To control PTZ camera. Move camera/ZOOM/FOCUS/IRIS/SPEED
control
Table 2.2 Functions of Remote Control Buttons

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2.5 Controlling with a Mouse
2.5.1 Connecting Mouse
DVR supports PS/2 or USB mouse through the ports on the rear panel,
please refer to Fig 2.10 Remote Control
Note: If mouse is not detected or doesn't work, check below:
1. Unplug/re-plug several times
2. Power off/on several times
3. Try another mouse
2.5.2 Using Mouse
In live view:
Click left mouse button on one camera to display full screen. Click again
to return to the previous screen display.
Click right button to show the control bar at the bottom of the screen as
in Fig 2.10 Remote Control. Here are all the controls and setup. Click right
mouse button again to hide the control bar.
In setup:
Click left button to enter. Click right button to cancel setup, or return to
the previous screen.
If want to input the value, move cursor to the button and click. An
input window will appear as in Fig 2.9 Input Window. It supports
numbers, letters and symbols.
Fig 2.10 Input Window
Users can change some values by using the mouse wheel, such as time.
Move cursor onto the value, and roll the wheel when the value blinks click
it. It supports mouse dragging, i.e. set motion detection area: click
customized, hold left button and drag to set motion detection area. Set
schedule: hold left button and drag to set schedule time
In playback: Click left button to choose the options. Click right button to
return to search mode.
In backup: Click left button to choose the options. Click right button to
return to live view.
In PTZ control: Click left button to choose the buttons to control the PTZ.
Click right button to return to searching mode.
Note: Mouse is the default tool in all the operations below unless stated otherwise.

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CHAPTER 3 Basic Function Instructions
3.1 Power On/Off
Note: Before you power on the unit, please make sure all the connections are good.
Connect the power, the system will show the screen in Fig 3.1 System
Loading
Fig 3.1 System Loading
After that it will enter live in 16 screen mode. The meaning of letters or
symbols on screen are shown in the table below.
Fig 3.2 Preview
Symbol
Meaning
Symbol
Meaning
Live audio enabled
Live audio disabled
Manual recording
Scheduled recording
Motion detection recording
Alarm recording
HDD
Current working HDD
Space
Size of current HDD
Free
Free space of current HDD
USB devices connected
HDD full
Table 3.1 Meaning of Symbols in Live View

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To power off safely follow the steps below. Users can close the unit by
remote control, front panel and mouse.
By remote control:
STEP1 Press POWER button, the screen below will appear:
Fig 3.3 Shut down
STEP2 Choose OK. The unit will power off automatically after shutting
down software.
STEP3 Disconnect the power
By front panel or mouse:
STEP1 Press ENTER button or click right mouse to show menu bar, refer
to Fig 4.1 Control Bar.
STEP2 Click Shut down button, refer to Fig 3.3 Shut down
STEP3 Click OK on the pop-up window. The unit will power off
automatically after shutting down software
STEP4 Disconnect the power
3.2 Login & User Management
Users can log in and out of the DVR system. Users cannot do any other
operations except changing the multi screen display once logged out.
Login:
If logged out press right mouse button to show the control bar. Press Login,
Search or System etc. Alogin window will appear, asking for ID and password
shown as Fig 3.4 Login.

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Fig 3.4 Login
Note: The default password is admin and 123456.
Change password:
Every user can change his own password.
STEP1 While logged in, click Log in/out on the control bar. A window will
appear with two options. One is for logout, another for password modification.
Click Password, the window will appear as in Fig 3.5 Change Password.
Fig 3.5 Change Password
STEP2 Input the old password. Then input new password 2 times.
STEP3 Press OK button to change.
Add & Delete users:
This unit has a default administrator and two user groups, advance user
and normal user. It supports one administrator and 15 users total.
Administrator can add or delete other users, and change their group level.
Administrator cannot be added or deleted.
Press right mouse button to show the control bar. Enter Menu---->System.
STEP1 Enter USER configuration. Click Add button, see Fig 3.6 Add User.

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Fig 3.6 Add User
STEP2 Input user name and password. Choose the user group.
STEP3 Click OK button to add a new user
STEP4 Choose a user, a symbol will display at the end of the user
information. Click Authority button to change the group level.
STEP5 Press Delete button to delete the user. A security window will
appear as shown below.
STEP6 Click OK button to delete the user
Note: Defining users’rights
Administrator: can to do every thing.
Advance: all functions except entering USER to manage users
Normal: all functions except entering SYSTEM to change the settings.
The user name and password is a combination of numbers, letters or symbols.
The number of characters must be 1 or more.