Revo 4 Channel Digital Video Recorder User manual

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WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
COMPLIANCE NOTICE OF FCC:
THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE LIMITS FOR A CLASS A DIGITAL
DEVICE,PURSUANTTOPART15OF THEFCCRULES.THESE LIMITSAREDESIGNEDTOPROVIDE REASONABLE
PROTECTION AGAINST HARMFUL INTERFERENCEWHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED INA COMMERCIAL
ENVIRONMENT. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES, USES, AND CAN RADIATE RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY AND
IF NOT INSTALLED AND USED IN ACCORDANCEWITH THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL, MAY CAUSE HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS. OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA
IS LIKELY TO CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, INWHICH CASE USERSWILL BE REQUIRED TO CORRECT
THE INTERFERENCE AT THEIR OWN EXPENSE.
WARNING: CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR
COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
THIS CLASS OF DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE-
CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.
The information in this manual is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. We are not responsible for any
problems resulting from the use thereof. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Revisions
or new editions to this publication may be issued to incorporate such changes.
The software included in this product contains some Open Sources. You may obtain the complete corresponding source
code from us. See theOpenSource Guide on thesoftware CD (OpenSourceGuide\OpenSourceGuide.pdf) oras aprinted
document included along with the User's Manual.

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Important Safeguards
1. Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the
appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future
reference.
3. Cleaning
Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet before cleaning it. Do
not use liquid aerosol cleaners. Use a damp soft cloth for cleaning.
4. Attachments
Never add any attachments and/or equipment without the approval
of the manufacturer as such additions may result in the risk of fire,
electric shock or other personal injury.
5. Water and/or Moisture
Do not use this equipment near water or in contact with water.
6. Placement and Accessories
Do not place this equipment on an unstable cart, stand or table. The
equipment may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the equipment.
This equipment and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
equipment and cart combination to overturn.
Do not place this equipment on a closed space. Sufficient amount of
ventilation air is necessary to avoid increase of ambient temperature
which can cause improper operation or the risk of fire.
7. Power Sources
This equipment should be operated only from the type of power source
indicatedonthe markinglabel. If youarenot sureofthetypeofpower,
please consult your equipment dealer or local power company.
8. Power Cords
Operator orinstallermustremove power and TNV connectionsbefore
handling the equipment.
9. Lightning
For added protection for this equipment during a lightning storm, or
when itis left unattended andunusedforlongperiods of time, unplug
itfromthe walloutletand disconnecttheantenna orcable system. This
will prevent damage to the equipment due to lightning and power-line
surges.
10. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result
in the risk of fire or electric shock.
11. Objects and Liquids
Never push objects of anykind through openings of this equipment
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the equipment.
12. Servicing
Donot attempt toservice this equipment yourself. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
13. Damage requiring Service
Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A.When the power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. If liquid is spilled, or objects have fallen into the equipment.
C. If the equipment has been exposed to rain or water.
D.If theequipmentdoes not operatenormallybyfollowingthe operating
instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operatinginstructions as animproper adjustment ofother controls
may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualifiedtechnician torestoretheequipmenttoitsnormaloperation.
E. If the equipment has been dropped, or the cabinet damaged.
F. When the equipment exhibits a distinct change in performance –
this indicates a need for service.
14. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician
has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that have
thesamecharacteristics as theoriginalpart. Unauthorized substitutions
may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
15. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this equipment, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the
equipment is in proper operating condition.
16. Field Installation
This installation should be made by a qualified service person and
should conform to all local codes.
17. Correct Batteries
Warning: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
18. Tmra
A manufacturer’s maximum recommended ambient temperature (Tmra)
for the equipment must be specified so that the customer and installer
may determine a suitable maximum operating environment for the
equipment.
WEEE (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
Correct Disposal of This Product
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at
the end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal,
please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material
resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for
details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product
should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 —Introduction........................................................................................................... 1
Features................................................................................................................................. 1
Package Contents.................................................................................................................. 1
Chapter 2 —Installation & Configuration................................................................................... 3
Rear Panel Connectors.......................................................................................................... 3
Front Panel View.................................................................................................................... 5
Turning on the Power............................................................................................................. 5
Quick Setup Wizard ............................................................................................................... 6
Advanced Setup................................................................................................................... 10
System Setup .................................................................................................................. 11
Network Setup................................................................................................................. 13
Camera Setup.................................................................................................................. 18
Record Setup................................................................................................................... 18
Event Setup..................................................................................................................... 21
Display Setup................................................................................................................... 22
Chapter 3 —Operation............................................................................................................ 24
Live Monitoring..................................................................................................................... 24
Live Monitoring Menu...................................................................................................... 24
Mouse Display Menu....................................................................................................... 25
Recording Video .................................................................................................................. 26
Playing Recorded Video ...................................................................................................... 27
Searching Video................................................................................................................... 27
Search Menu ................................................................................................................... 28
Search ............................................................................................................................. 28
Go To............................................................................................................................... 30
Export .............................................................................................................................. 31
REVO Remote ..................................................................................................................... 32
Web Monitoring ............................................................................................................... 33
Web Search..................................................................................................................... 34
Appendix .................................................................................................................................. 36
Infrared Remote Control (Optional) ..................................................................................... 36
Error Code Notices .............................................................................................................. 37
Map of Screens (Advanced Setup)...................................................................................... 38
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................... 38
Specifications....................................................................................................................... 40

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Chapter 1 —Introduction
FEATURES
Your color digital video recorder (DVR) provides recording capabilities for four camera inputs. It provides exceptional
picture quality in both live and playback modes, and offers the following features:
4 RJ-12 Input Connectors
Compatible with Color (NTSC) and B&W (CCIR and EIA-170) Video Sources
All-In-One Digital Video Recorder with 10.1" LCD Display Panel
Records up to 120 NTSC Images per Second
Continuous Recording in Disk Recycle Mode
Records while Playing Back and Transmitting to Remote Site
User-friendly Graphical User Interface (GUI) Menu System
Multiple Recording Modes (Time-lapse, Pre-event, Event)
Multiple Search Engines (Date/Time, Event, Record Table)
Two-way Audio Communication
4-Channel Audio Recording and 1-Channel Audio Playback
Built-In Speaker
2 USB 2.0 Ports
USB Mouse
Live or Recorded Video Access via Ethernet
Self-diagnostics with Automatic Notification including Hard Disk Drive S.M.A.R.T. Protocol
Infrared Remote Control (Optional)
Typical DVR installation
PACKAGE CONTENTS
The package contains the following:
Digital Video Recorder
Power Adaptor and Power Cord
REVO Remote Pro Software CD and User’s Manual (This document)
USB Mouse

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Chapter 2 —Installation & Configuration
REAR PANEL CONNECTORS
No special tools are required to install the DVR. Refer to the installation manuals for the other components that make
up part of your system. Your DVR should be completely installed before proceeding.
Built-In Speaker
Stand Handle
Factory Reset Switch
USB Port
VESA Mounting Holes
Power Cord Connector
Video Out
Video/Audio In
Network Port
Built-In Speaker
The built-in speaker sounds the DVR’s audio outputs.
Stand Handle
The stand handle will be used to adjust the angle of the stand. Loosen the handle first and then change the angle, and
tighten the handle again.
VESA Mounting Holes
The system is 75x75mm VESA compatible for wall mounting.
CAUTION: Wall mounting should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a
mounting kit approved by the manufacturer.
Factory Reset Switch
This switch will only be used on the rare occasions that you want to return all the settings to the original factory settings.

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CAUTION: When using the Factory Reset, you will lose any settings you have saved.
To reset the unit, you will need a straightened paperclip:
Turn the DVR off. Poke the straightened paperclip in the unlabeled hole under of the USB, and turn the DVR
on. Hold the switch until the DVR turns on and the live monitoring screen appears. Release the reset switch.
All of the DVR’s settings are now at the original settings it had when it left the factory.
USB Port
Connect the USB mouse to one of the ports. The USB mouse will be used to access many of the DVR’s
functions. A USB flash drive can be connected for backup or system upgrades.
Power Cord Connector
Connect the connector of the adaptor to the DVR, and connect the AC power cord to the adaptor and then
to the wall outlet.
WARNING: ROUTE POWER CORDS SO THAT THEY ARE NOT A TRIPPING HAZARD.
MAKE CERTAIN THE POWER CORD WILL NOT BE PINCHED OR ABRADED BY FURNITURE.
DO NOT INSTALL POWER CORDS UNDER RUGS OR CARPET.
THE POWER CORD HAS A GROUNDING PIN. IF YOUR POWER OUTLET DOES NOT HAVE
A GROUNDING PIN RECEPTACLE, DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG. DO NOT OVERLOAD THE
CIRCUIT BY PLUGGING TOO MANY DEVICES IN TO ONE CIRCUIT.
CAUTION: Ensure the DVR is not near any heat source that could cause overheating.
CAUTION: The DVR does not have an internal fan so leave a clearance of at least 6 inches near
ventilation hole areas on each side panel of the unit for proper ventilation.
Video Out
If you prefer to use a standard CCTV monitor, connect it to the VideoOutconnector using the RCAjack.
NOTE: The DVR supports simultaneous operation of a CCTV and a LCD (Built-in) monitor.
Video/Audio Input
Connect the RJ-12 cables from the observation cameras to the modular RJ-12 connectors.
Network Port
The DVR can be networked using the 10/100Mb Ethernet connector. Connect a Cat5 cable with an RJ-45
jackto the DVR connector. TheDVR can be networked with a computer for remote monitoring,searching,
configuration and software upgrades. See the Network Setup section in this chapter for configuring the
Ethernet connections.
CAUTION: The network connector is not designed to be connected directlywith cable or wire
intended for outdoor use.