Q-See QT17DVR4C User manual

QSDR174RTC
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
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Fax:
714-998-3509
Revised 11/6/2009

QSDR174RTC 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 .....................................................................................................................................................5
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.................................................................................................................35
Chapter 8: Appendix.........................................................................................................................36

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8.1: Operation Function Table...........................................................................................................................................36
8.2: Setting up Alarm Record Mode ..................................................................................................................................37
8.3: Troubleshooting..........................................................................................................................................................38
8.4: System Connections ..................................................................................................................................................39
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 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
•Menu Status Notification
•Multiple Operation (Preview, Recording, 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/OutAnd 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
Device
Item
Number
Button
Name/Symbol Function
LCD
1 ON/OFF On: The LCD screen is displayed in a basic activation status;
Off: The LCD screen enters into sleep mode.
2 MENU Press once to display LCD main menu. Press again to exit LCD main menu.
3 + Increase and confirm setting value
4 - Decrease and confirm setting value
DVR
5 MENU Press once to display DVR main menu. Press again to exit DVR main menu.
6

When pressed while the Main Menu is not displayed, the down
arrow button allows you
to scroll th
rough the video feeds transmitted from each camera hooked up to your
system.
When pressed while the Main Menu is displayed, the down arrow button allows you to
navigate the Main Menu Interface and select the icon of the program you wish to access.
7

When pressed while the Main Menu is not displayed, the right arrow button allows you to
scroll through the video feeds transmitted from each camera hooked up to your system.
When pressed while the Main Menu is displayed, the right arrow button will
allow you to
navigate the Main Menu Interface and select the icon of the program you wish to access.
8 ENTER When pressed while the Main Menu is displayed, the ENTER
button will allow you to
enter into the sub-menu of the program you wish to access.

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2.2: Rear Panel
Item Number Name/Symbol Description Function
1 VIDEO INPUT
1-4 Video Input Ch1-4 (BNC Interface) Connection
2 AN1, AN2,
AN3, AN4 Audio Input CH1-4 Audio Signal Input (RCA Interface) Connection
3 AUDIO
OUTPUT Audio Output Audio Signal Output (RCA Interface) Connection
4 USB Port USB Device (Flash Drive, Hard Drive) Connection
5 DC12V
Power Port Power Supply - DC12V 3A
6 USB Port USB Mouse Connection
7 LAN Ethernet Port Intranet and Internet Connection (RJ-45 Interface)
8 RS485Alarm
Port RS485 Interface
9 Alarm Sensor
Port Alarm Sensor Interface
10
Alarm Port Alarm Interface
11 Power Switch Power On and Off
12 VIDEO
OUTPUT Video Output Connection Video Out Connection
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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 
Rewind
10
►
Play Recorded Events
11 
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
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.