Q-See QSDR74RTS User manual

QSDR74RTS
User’s Manual
Contact Us:
Q-See Products
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 1/21/2011

QSDR74RTS User Manual
CONTENTS
Chapter 1: DVR Features....................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2: Layout ...............................................................................................................................3
2.1: Front Panel............................................................................................................................................................ 3
2.2: Rear Panel............................................................................................................................................................ 4
2.2.2: Remote Control............................................................................................................................................... 4
2.2.3 Mouse Operation ............................................................................................................................................. 5
Chapter 3: DVR Installation................................................................................................................6
3.1: Hard Drive Installation........................................................................................................................................... 6
3.2: Connecting Your DVR to Cameras and a Monitor................................................................................................... 6
3.3: Connecting the Power Supply................................................................................................................................ 6
Chapter 4: DVR Boot up.....................................................................................................................7
4.1: System Initialization............................................................................................................................................... 7
4.2: Main Interface........................................................................................................................................................ 7
4.3: Pop-Up Menu........................................................................................................................................................ 7
Chapter 5: DVR Menu .........................................................................................................................8
5.1: Main Menu At-a-Glance......................................................................................................................................... 8
5.2: Main Menu............................................................................................................................................................ 9
5.2.1: Camera Setup................................................................................................................................................. 9
5.2.2: Record Setup.................................................................................................................................................10
5.2.3: Network Setup ...............................................................................................................................................11
5.2.3.1: DHCP......................................................................................................................................................11
5.2.3.2: PPPoE....................................................................................................................................................11
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..........................................................................................................................................15
5.2.5: Backup Recorded Files..................................................................................................................................16

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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...............................................................................................................................................21
5.2.7.4: Mobile Setup...........................................................................................................................................22
5.2.7.5: Mobile Phone Access ..............................................................................................................................22
5.2.7.6: Motion Detect..........................................................................................................................................27
5.2.8: System Function............................................................................................................................................27
5.2.8.1: Time Set..................................................................................................................................................27
5.2.8.2: Password ................................................................................................................................................28
5.2.8.3: Video Setup.............................................................................................................................................28
5.2.8.4: Language................................................................................................................................................28
5.2.8.5: Info..........................................................................................................................................................28
5.2.8.6: System Maintenance...............................................................................................................................28
5.3: Menu Lock............................................................................................................................................................29
5.4: Video Search........................................................................................................................................................29
5.5: PTZ Control..........................................................................................................................................................29
5.6: Record.................................................................................................................................................................30
5.7: Stop Recording.....................................................................................................................................................30
Chapter 6: Net-Viewer Program.......................................................................................................31
6.1: Enable Plug-Ins and Log-In to Net-Viewer.............................................................................................................31
6.2: Main Interface of Net-Viewer.................................................................................................................................31
6.2.1: Menu .............................................................................................................................................................32
6.2.1.1: Live.........................................................................................................................................................32
6.2.1.2: Replay.....................................................................................................................................................32
6.2.1.3: Setup ......................................................................................................................................................32
6.2.1.4: Logging Out of Net-Viewer.......................................................................................................................34
6.2.2: PTZ and Live Play Controls............................................................................................................................34
Chapter 7: Specifications.................................................................................................................36
Chapter 8: Appendix.........................................................................................................................37

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8.1: Operation Function Table......................................................................................................................................37
8.2: Setting upAlarm Record Mode.............................................................................................................................38
8.3: Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................................39
8.4: System Connections.............................................................................................................................................40
8.5: Accessories Included............................................................................................................................................41
Q-See Product Warranty...................................................................................................................42
Customer Information Card .............................................................................................................43

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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. Do not attempt to remove top cover.
If there are any unusual sounds or smells coming from the DVR, unplug it immediately and contact an authorized
dealer or service center.
Warning: Use extreme caution when removing the cover of the DVR as you may be subjected to severe electrical
shock.
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 Supports Real-Time Surveillance via Monitor
Save Files DVR Saves Real-Time Recording of Image Files to HDD
Backup Files Supports DVR Backup of Recorded Image Files via USB Flash Drive and Hard Drive
Playback Files Supports DVR single CH and Multiple CH Playback of Recorded Files
Network
Operation Supports Remote Surveillance by Multiple Users Simultaneously
Alarm Setting Supports HDD & video input alarm management and external alarm signal inputs.
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 CIF, D1 and HD1 Resolution
·ADPCM Audio Compression Format
·Windows Graphics Interface
·BNC Video Out Port
·Supports Remote Live Viewing Via 3G Mobile Networks
·Email NotificationAlerts when Motion is Detected by System
·Triplex Technology allows for Simultaneous Recording, Playback and Internet Transmission
·Supports USB Mouse and IR Remote Control Operation
·Rear USB 2.0 Ports For Back-Up, Upgrade and Mouse Operation
·Supports Double Encoded Bit Network Transmission
·Adjustable Video Package Time
·Multiple Alarm Record Mode
·Multiple Language OSD (On Screen Display)
·SupportsAuto Maintenance

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Chapter 2: Layout
2.1: Front Panel
Item Function Item Function
1
Enter/Exit Menu Display Screen
12 IR Receiver
2 Display Screen for Menu 13 HDD LED
3 Show Menu 14 Down Button
4 Scroll Down in Menu 15 Select/Edit/Right
5 Scroll Up in Menu 16 Rewind/Focus
6 1-4：Numeric keys and
1-4/Channel Select 17 Pause/Auto Sequence Display
7 View all Channels 18 Play
8 Menu/ESC/Left 19 Forward
9 Enter or Exit PTZ mode 20 Stop record
10 Up Button 21 Record
11 Power LED

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2.2: Rear Panel
Item
Number Function
Item
Number Function
1 Video Input 1 - 4 6 POWER Switch
2 Video Output 7 Mouse Port
3 Audio Inputs 8 USB Port
4 Audio Outputs 9 RS-485/SENSOR/ALARM Block
5 Ethernet Port 10 DC Power Input Port
2.2.2: Remote Control
1 1-8 Channel Select 1-8 ; Numeric key
2 9,0 Numeric Key
3 ALL Preview all Channels
4 MENU Enter/Exit Main Menu
5 ▲Up Key
6 ▼Down Key
7 ◄/►Left / Right Key
8 SEL Select Key/ Edit Key
9 7
Rewind
10 ►Play Recorded Events
11 8
Forward Key
12 ●Manual Recording
13 ;
Pause / Frame Play
14 ■Manually Stop Recording or Playback
15 AUDIO PlayAudio from Selected Camera
16 MUTE Mute Audio

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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.

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Chapter 3: DVR Installation
3.1: Hard Drive Installation
Caution：NEVER Install or remove the hard drive while the DVR is running!
The model has a Hard Disk Drive (HDD) drawer. Please use key provided to open the drawer and insert the HDD
as follows:
(1) Remove screws and open DVR upper cover carefully;
(2) Insert Power Cord and data cable securely into matching ports on hard drive;
(3) Put the upper cover back carefully, re-attach screws.
3.2: Connecting Your DVR to Cameras and a Monitor
Connect camera cable to the Video Input port of the DVR. Connect the monitor to the Video Output port of the DVR
using a BNC connector (See Rear Panel Section 2.2).
To connect a PTZ speed dome to your DVR System, connect your PTZ Camera data cables to your RS485 A & B
ports. See Chapter 5 for a more detailed account of PTZ Camera configuration instructions.
3.3: Connecting the Power Supply
Only use the power adapter supplied with your DVR System. Failure to do so may result in unforeseen system
failures.