REC Blade-900 User manual

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http://www.rec-dvr.com
English
(PAL/NTSC-System)
Installation Instructions

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Preface
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this REC 1-channel digital recorder. You made the right decision in choosing
this state-of-the-art technology, which complies with the current standards of domestic and European
regulations. The CE has been proven and all related certications are available from the manufacturer upon
request.
To maintain this status and to guarantee safe operation, it is your obligation to observe these operating
instructions! In the event of questions, please contact your local specialist dealer.
This REC 1-channel digital recorder is used in combination with connected video signal sources (B/W
and colour cameras) and video output devices (monitors, LCD screens) for object surveillance. Data storage
is subject to local national data-protection guidelines. During installation, draw your customers’ attention to
the existence of these guidelines. Via the serial 9-pole D-Sub connector, you can transfer picture data to a
computer and open it with special software. You can also view and archive complete video sequences at
your PC.
Precautions
The REC 1-channel digital recorder and connected components must be kept free of moisture (cellars
and similar surroundings are to be strictly avoided). Use of this product for other than the described purpose
may lead to damage of the product. Other hazards such as short-circuiting, re, electric shock, etc., are also
possible. The recorder is designed for operation with mains electricity at 100-240 Volt AC / 50/60 Hz.
No part of the product may be changed or modied in any way. Connection to the public power network is
subject to country-specic regulations. Please be aware of applicable regulations in advance.
To avoid fire and
injury,
please observe the
following:
Please observe the
following regulations
to ensure trouble-free
operation of your
device.
General:
• Securely fasten the device at a
dry location in the building.
• Make sure there is sufcient
ventilation.
• Do not expose the device to
temperatures less than -10°C
or more than 50°C.
• The device is designed for
indoor use only.
• Humidity must not exceed
90% (non-condensed).
• Ensure that the voltage is
disconnected when performing
work on the device.
• The REC 1-channel
digital recorder is connected
to 100-240V / 50/60Hz.
• The recorder should be
connected to the 100-240V AC
building mains by means of a
separate, electrically protected
line.
• Connection work to the building
mains is subject to
country-specic regulations.
Improper or careless installation
work may lead to faults and poor
image quality. Therefore please
read the instructions very
carefully
and follow the installation
instructions for lines and
components precisely.
The manufacturer reserves
the right to make technical
modications at any time.

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Contents
SCOPE OF DELIVERY........................................................................................................................ 5
OVERVIEW........................................................................................................................................ 6
DESCRIPTION................................................................................................................................... 6
SYSTEM DESIGN ............................................................................................................................... 7
Single video source (camera) ............................................................................................... 7
Combination with multiplexer.............................................................................................. 7
REAR CONNECTIONS...................................................................................................................... 8
Description of alarm input ................................................................................................... 8
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING CONTROLS...................................................................................... 9
HARD DISK..................................................................................................................................... 10
Fitting the hard disk supplied............................................................................................. 11
FIRST STEPS WITH THE 1-CHANNEL DIGITAL RECORDER............................................................... 11
PROGRAMMING THE 1-CHANNEL DIGITAL RECORDER................................................................. 11
Alarm menu...................................................................................................................... 12
Main menu ....................................................................................................................... 13
Setting the schedule .......................................................................................................... 14
Notes on using the 1-channel digital recorder with a multiplexer ....................................... 15
OPERATING THE 1-CHANNEL DIGITAL RECORDER........................................................................ 16
Manual data recording...................................................................................................... 16
Locking the operating controls........................................................................................... 17
Scheduled recording.......................................................................................................... 18
Event-controlled recording................................................................................................. 18
Playback........................................................................................................................... 19
Playback – event search..................................................................................................... 21
Playback – time search ...................................................................................................... 21
TRANSFERRING IMAGE DATA TO THE PC....................................................................................... 23
Installing the software for single-frame display .................................................................. 23
Operating the PC program ................................................................................................ 23
TRANSFERRING PICTURE SEQUENCES TO THE PC......................................................................... 24
ADDITIONAL FEATURES OF THE 1-CHANNEL DIGITAL RECORDER ............................................... 24
Display of remaining recording capacity ............................................................................ 24
RECOMMENDED HARD DISKS........................................................................................................ 24
TECHNICAL DATA........................................................................................................................... 25
TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................................... 26
LIST OF COMPATIBLE MULTIPLEXERS.............................................................................................. 27

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Scope of delivery
Packaging
1-Channel Digital Recorder
Connection cable
Installation Guide
Data cable

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Overview
• Modern Wavelet reference picture technique
• Multiplexer compatibility permits recording of up to 16 camera signals (B/W and colour)
• High resolution of：NTSC：720 × 486 PAL：720 × 576
• Adjustable recording quality level
• Adjustable recording speed ：NTSC：60,30,15,8,4,2,1,0.5P elds / second
PAL：50,25,12,6,3,2,1,0.5P elds / second
• Portable 3.5” quality hard drive
• Manual, scheduled and event-controlled recording
• Video signal loss display
• 1 alarm inputs, 1 alarm output
Description
The REC 1-channel digital recorder is the ideal substitute for an existing video recording system
consisting of an analogue video long-play recorder and quad/multiplexer. The user-friendly operation
and simple programming enable fast installation of the equipment and simple, intuitive handling.
The 1-channel digital recorder processes video signals sent by multiplexers. The data isstored on the
built-in, portable hard disk. The hard disk is automatically overwritten if this feature isselected. This enables
continuous, loss-free recording of video data in constant high quality over severalyears. No tape-changing
is necessary. If required, individual pictures and complete video sequences canbe transferred to a PC and
archived for later use.

VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT RS-232C NTSC/PAL
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System design
Single video source (camera)
Combination with multiplexer
VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT RS-232C NTSC/PAL

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7)
Ground
1 2 3 4 5
ALM OUT-NO ALM IN-NO Ground ALM OUT-NC
ALARM
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Rear connections
Important: Make sure you use the correct power cable for your country.
Important: The RS232-C port is not for connecting a modem.
Important: During long-term operation, the integrated ventilator fan sometimes generates noise that may be
slightly disturbing. Remember this when choosing a location for the recorder.
(1) Voltage supply 100–240 V AC
(2) Fan/Ventilator Never touch this!
(3) Alarm Connections for alarm input and output
(4) VIDEO IN BNC video connection (composite video signal)
(5) VIDEO OUT BNC video output (composite video signal)
(6) COM RS-232C (serial connection) For connecting a PC
(7) NTSC/PAL video norm toggle switch NTSC / PAL
Description of alarm input
Sockets for alarm input and output are on the rear of the recorder. Connect the alarm output of a
multiplexer, a video sensor or a PIR sensor to the alarm input. You can connect a contact for a siren or light
control (for example) to the alarm output.
PIN Denition Description
1 Alarm input NO (normally open)
2 Alarm input ground GND
3 Alarm output NC (normally closed)
4 Alarm output NO (normally open)
5 Alarm output GND

(a) (b)(c) (d) (e)(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9)
(10)
(11)
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Description of operating controls
(1) Power[On/Off] Press to switch the digital recorder on or off.
(2) Record Press to start recording.
(3) Playback Press to switch to playback mode.
(4) Copy Press to start transferring a picture via the RS-232
(5) Menu Press to switch to the OSD of the digital recorder.
(6) Search Press to search for date and time.
(7) Alarm Press to search for alarm events.
(8) Reverse Press to rewind at normal speed.
(9) Play/Enter Press to conrm selection or input.
(a) REW Press for fast rewind.
(b) Down Press to select specic menu items.
(c) Pause/Stop Press to stop recording or playback.
(d) FWD Press to wind forward at normal speed.
(e) Up Press to select specic menu items.
(10) Hard disk Slot for portable hard disk.
(11) LEDs Show the current state of the digital recorder.
IMPORTANT: To lock the operating controls to prevent operation of the digital recorder, press the
Down and Up controls (b and e) simultaneously. If these controls are pressed again,
the user is asked to enter a password. If the password is accepted, the recorder is
unlocked.

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Hard disk
Use only the hard-disk models recommended for this purpose.
Fitting the hard disk
1.Switch off the digital recorder and open the hard disk slot.
2.Turn the handle to face upwards and pull the HDD frame carefully out of the slot.
(Keys and tting screws are contained in the HDD frame.)
3.Push the plastic lock of the HDD frame cover down and push the upper cover of the HDD frame back.
4.Change the hard disk jumper so that the hard disk works as MASTER.
5.Connect the hard disk supplied to the HDD frame using a 4-pole power cable and a at ribbon data cable.
6.Fix the hard disk with two screws on the left and two screws on the right of the HDD frame and then close
the frame with the upper cover.
7.Insert the HDD frame back into the slot, push it until engages, and turn the handle to face down.
Now lock the hard disk with the key.