Revo R16DVR5 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, PURSUANT TO PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. THESE LIMITS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE
REASONABLE PROTECTION AGAINST HARMFUL INTERFERENCE WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED IN
A COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES, USES, AND CAN RADIATE RADIO
FREQUENCY ENERGY AND IF NOT INSTALLED AND USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTION
MANUAL, MAY CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS. OPERATION OF THIS
EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, IN WHICH CASE
USERS WILL 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 the Open Source Guide on the software CD (OpenSourceGuide\OpenSourceGuide.pdf) or as a printed
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
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power,
please consult your equipment dealer or local power company.
8. Power Cords
Operator or installer must remove power and TNV connections before
handling the equipment.
9. Lightning
For added protection for this equipment during a lightning storm, or when
it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the
wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable 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 any kind 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
Do not attempt to service 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 the equipment does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the equipment to its normal operation.
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 the same
characteristics as the original part. 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
Feature................................................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 2 — Installation............................................................................................................. 3
Package Contents.................................................................................................................. 3
Required Installation Tools .................................................................................................... 3
Video Input......................................................................................................................... 3
Audio Out........................................................................................................................... 4
Alarm Input/Output ............................................................................................................ 4
Factory Reset Switch......................................................................................................... 4
Video Out........................................................................................................................... 4
Network Port...................................................................................................................... 5
RS485 Port ........................................................................................................................ 5
Power Cord Connector ...................................................................................................... 5
Chapter 3 — Configuration ........................................................................................................ 7
Front Panel Controls .............................................................................................................. 7
HDD LED ........................................................................................................................... 7
Power LED......................................................................................................................... 7
Alarm LED ......................................................................................................................... 7
USB Port............................................................................................................................ 7
Remote Control Buttons......................................................................................................... 8
ID Button............................................................................................................................ 8
Camera Buttons................................................................................................................. 8
Sequence Button ............................................................................................................... 8
Freeze Button .................................................................................................................... 8
Arrow Buttons .................................................................................................................... 9
Menu Button ...................................................................................................................... 9
Playback Buttons............................................................................................................... 9
Panic Button ...................................................................................................................... 9
Layout Button .................................................................................................................... 9
Zoom Button ...................................................................................................................... 9
PTZ Button......................................................................................................................... 9
Enter Button....................................................................................................................... 9
Alarm Button.................................................................................................................... 10
PTZ Control Buttons ........................................................................................................ 10
Back Up Button................................................................................................................ 10
Calendar Button............................................................................................................... 10
Turning on the Power........................................................................................................... 10
Initial Unit Setup................................................................................................................... 10
Setup Screen ....................................................................................................................... 11
System Setup....................................................................................................................... 12
General ............................................................................................................................ 12
Date/Time ........................................................................................................................ 22
User ................................................................................................................................. 23
Storage ............................................................................................................................ 25
System Event .................................................................................................................. 26
Recording Setup .................................................................................................................. 27

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General ............................................................................................................................ 27
Schedule.......................................................................................................................... 28
Pre-Event......................................................................................................................... 30
Event Setup ......................................................................................................................... 31
Motion .............................................................................................................................. 31
Alarm-In ........................................................................................................................... 32
Video Loss....................................................................................................................... 33
Video Blind....................................................................................................................... 34
Text-In.............................................................................................................................. 35
Camera Setup...................................................................................................................... 37
General ............................................................................................................................ 37
PTZ .................................................................................................................................. 38
Device Setup........................................................................................................................ 39
Alarm-Out ........................................................................................................................ 39
Network Setup ..................................................................................................................... 39
General ............................................................................................................................ 39
LAN.................................................................................................................................. 40
Connection....................................................................................................................... 42
RTSP ............................................................................................................................... 43
REVO Remote................................................................................................................. 44
Notification Setup................................................................................................................. 45
Callback ........................................................................................................................... 45
Push................................................................................................................................. 45
Mail .................................................................................................................................. 46
SNS ................................................................................................................................. 48
Schedule.......................................................................................................................... 49
Display Setup....................................................................................................................... 50
OSD ................................................................................................................................. 50
Main Monitor.................................................................................................................... 51
Chapter 4 — Operation ............................................................................................................ 53
Turning on the Power........................................................................................................... 53
Live Monitoring..................................................................................................................... 53
Live Monitoring Menu ...................................................................................................... 53
Active Cameo Mode ........................................................................................................ 55
Zoom Mode...................................................................................................................... 56
PTZ Mode........................................................................................................................ 56
Event Monitoring.............................................................................................................. 57
Covert Camera ................................................................................................................ 57
Status Monitoring............................................................................................................. 58
Recording Video .................................................................................................................. 59
Panic Recording .............................................................................................................. 60
Recording Audio .................................................................................................................. 60
Playing Recorded Video ...................................................................................................... 60
Searching Video................................................................................................................... 61
Search Menu ................................................................................................................... 61
Event Log Search ............................................................................................................ 63
Record Table Search....................................................................................................... 65
Motion Search ................................................................................................................. 66
Text-In Search ................................................................................................................. 68
Bookmarks....................................................................................................................... 69

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Backup............................................................................................................................. 70
Appendix .................................................................................................................................. 73
Text-In Search Examples..................................................................................................... 73
Search Example I ............................................................................................................ 73
Search Example II ........................................................................................................... 74
REVO Remote ..................................................................................................................... 75
Web Monitoring Mode ..................................................................................................... 76
Web Search Mode........................................................................................................... 77
Time Overlap ....................................................................................................................... 79
Map of Screens.................................................................................................................... 80
Error Code Notices .............................................................................................................. 81
System Log Notices ............................................................................................................. 82
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................... 82
Specifications....................................................................................................................... 83

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List of Illustrations
Figure 1: Typical DVR installation. ............................................................................................................1
Figure 2: DVR rear panel. .........................................................................................................................3
Figure 3: DVR front panel. ........................................................................................................................7
Figure 4: Infrared remote control...............................................................................................................8
Figure 5: Login screen. ...........................................................................................................................11
Figure 6: Logout screen. .........................................................................................................................11
Figure 7: Setup screen............................................................................................................................11
Figure 8: System – General setup screen...............................................................................................12
Figure 9: System – Date/Time setup screen. ..........................................................................................22
Figure 10: System – User setup screen..................................................................................................23
Figure 11: System – Storage setup screen. ............................................................................................25
Figure 12: System – System Event setup screen. ..................................................................................26
Figure 13: Record – General setup screen. ............................................................................................27
Figure 14: Record – Schedule setup screen. ..........................................................................................28
Figure 15: Schedule – Settings (Advanced Mode) setup screen. ...........................................................29
Figure 16: Record – Pre-Event setup screen. .........................................................................................
30
Figure 17: Event – Motion setup screen..................................................................................................31
Figure 18: Event – Alarm-In setup screen...............................................................................................32
Figure 19: Event – Video Loss setup screen...........................................................................................33
Figure 20: Event – Video Blind setup screen. .........................................................................................34
Figure 21: Event – Text-In setup screen. ................................................................................................35
Figure 22: Camera – General setup screen. ...........................................................................................37
Figure 23: Camera – PTZ setup screen. .................................................................................................38
Figure 24: Device – Alarm-Out setup screen. .........................................................................................39
Figure 25: Network – General setup screen............................................................................................39
Figure 26: Network – LAN setup screen. ................................................................................................40
Figure 27: Network – Connection setup screen. .....................................................................................42
Figure 28: Network – RTSP setup screen...............................................................................................43
Figure 29: Network – REVO Remote setup screen.................................................................................44
Figure 30: Notification – Callback setup screen. .....................................................................................45
Figure 31: Notification – Push setup screen............................................................................................45
Figure 32: Notification – Mail setup screen. ............................................................................................46
Figure 33: Notification – SNS setup screen. ...........................................................................................48
Figure 34: Notification – Schedule setup screen.....................................................................................49
Figure 35: Display – OSD setup screen. .................................................................................................50
Figure 36: Display – Main Monitor setup screen. ....................................................................................51
Figure 37: Live Monitoring menu.............................................................................................................53
Figure 38: PTZ Select Camera menu. ....................................................................................................56
Figure 39: PTZ Preset menu...................................................................................................................56
Figure 40: Event Status – Event Status screen.......................................................................................58
Figure 41: Event Status – Storage screen. .............................................................................................59
Figure 42: Search menu..........................................................................................................................61
Figure 43: Event Log Search screen.......................................................................................................63
Figure 44: Record Table Search screen. ................................................................................................65
Figure 45: Motion Search screen. ...........................................................................................................66
Figure 46: Text-In Search screen............................................................................................................68
Figure 47: Bookmarks screen. ................................................................................................................69
Figure 48: Backup screen. ......................................................................................................................70

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Chapter 1 — Introduction
Feature
Your color digital video recorder (DVR) provides recording capabilities for 16 camera inputs. It provides exceptional
picture quality in both live and playback modes, and offers the following features:
12 RJ-12 and 4 BNC Input Connectors
Compatible with Color (NTSC or PAL) and B&W (CCIR and EIA-170) Video Sources
H.264 Codec
Monitor Connectors: 1 HDMI, 1 VGA
Multiple Search Engines (Date/Time, Record Table, Event)
Real-time Recording (480/400 Images per Second (NTSC/PAL) with Very High (D1) Resolution)
Continuous Recording in Disk Overwrite Mode
2 USB 2.0 Ports
Continues Recording while Transmitting to Remote Site and during Playback
User-friendly Graphical User Interface (GUI) Menu System
Multiple Recording Modes (Time-lapse, Pre-event, Alarm, Motion and Panic)
Two-way Audio Communication
12-Channel Audio Recording and 1-Channel Audio Playback
Text Input for ATM and POS
Alarm Connections Include: Input, Output
Built-in Alarm Buzzer
Live or Recorded Video Access via Ethernet
Time Synchronization using industry standard protocol
IR Remote Control
Self-diagnostics with automatic notification including hard disk drive S.M.A.R.T. protocol
Figure 1: Typical DVR installation.

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Chapter 2 — Installation
Package Contents
The package contains the following:
Digital Video Recorder
Power Adaptors and Power Cords (DVR, Camera)
LAN Cable
USB Mouse
Infrared Remote Control
Set Up Guide
REVO Remote Pro Software CD (User’s Manual included)
Required Installation Tools
No special tools are required to install the DVR. Refer to the installation manuals for the other items that make up
part of your system.
Figure 2: DVR rear panel.
Video Input Audio Out Alarm Input/Output Factory Reset Switch
Video Out Network Port RS485 Port
DVR Power Cord Connector Camera Power Cord Connector
Video Input
Connect the RJ-12 cables from the observation cameras to the
modular RJ-12 VIDEO IN connectors.
Connect the coaxial cables from the video sources to the BNC VIDEO IN connectors.

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Audio Out
NOTE: It is the user’s responsibility to determine if local laws and regulations permit recording audio.
Alarm Input/Output
AI 1 to 16 (Alarm-In): You can use external devices to signal the DVR to react to events. Mechanical or electrical
switches can be wired to the AI (Alarm-In) and GND (Ground) connectors. The threshold voltage of electrical
switches for NC (Normally Closed) is above 2.4V and for NO (Normally Open) is below 0.3V, and should be stable
at least 0.5 seconds to be detected. The voltage range of alarm input is from 0V to 5V. See Chapter 3 ─Configuration
for configuring alarm input.
GND (Ground): Connect the ground side of the Alarm input and/or alarm output to the GND connector.
NOTE: All the connectors marked GND are common.
NO (Normally Open): Connect the device to the COM and NO (Normally Open) connector. NO is a relay output
which sinks 1A@30VDC. See Chapter 3 ─Configuration for configuring alarm output.
Connector Pin Outs: AI (1 to 16) Alarm Inputs 1 to 16
GND Chassis Ground
COM Relay Common
NO Relay Alarm Out (Normally Open)
Factory Reset Switch
The DVR has a Factory Reset switch to the left of the HDMI connector on the rear panel. This
switch will only be used on the rare occasions that you want to return all the settings to the original
factory settings.
CAUTION: When using the Factory Reset, you will lose any settings you have saved.
To reset the unit, you will need a straightened paperclip:
1. Turn the DVR off.
2. Turn it on again.
3. While the DVR is initializing, the front panel LEDs will blink. When the front panel LEDs blink, poke the
straightened paperclip into the unlabeled hole to the left of the HDMI connector.
4. Hold the reset switch until the DVR’s internal buzzer sounds twice.
5. Release the reset switch. All of the DVR’s settings are now at the original settings it had when it left the factory.
Video Out
An HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector is provided so that you can use
an HDMI monitor as your main monitor.
A VGA connector is provided so that you can use a standard, multi-sync computer monitor
as your main monitor. Use the cable supplied with your monitor to connect it to the DVR.
Connect Audio Out to your amplifier using the RCA jack. If supported, connect the audio sources to the
audio input connector of the observation cameras that are connected to the modular RJ-12 connectors of
the DVR. Refer to the observation camera manual for configuring the Audio In connection. Your DVR
can record audio from up to 12 sources.
NOTE: To make connections on the Alarm Connector Strip, press
and hold the button and insert the wire in the hole below the button.
After releasing the button, tug gently on the wire to make certain it is
connected. To disconnect a wire, press and hold the button above
the wire and pull out the wire.

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NOTE: Connect the monitor before the DVR boots so that video can be displayed on the monitor with the
resolution you have set during system setup. If you want to use both the HDMI and VGA Monitor
connectors, one of the monitors should be connected before the DVR boots, and the other monitor
should be connected after the DVR boots.
Network Port
CAUTION: The network connector is not designed to be connected directly with cable or wire
intended for outdoor use.
RS485 Port
Connector Pin Outs: Master Unit Slave Unit
+ →To →TX+/RX+
– →To →TX–/RX–
Power Cord Connector
The CAMERA power connector is provided to supply power to the observation cameras. 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.
Your DVR is now ready to operate. Refer to Chapter 3 ─Configuration and Chapter 4 ─Operation.
The DVR can be networked using the 10Mb/100Mb/1Gb Ethernet connector. Connect a Cat5 cable
with an RJ-45 jack to the DVR connector. The DVR can be networked with a computer for remote
monitoring, searching, configuration and software upgrades. See Chapter 3 ─Configuration for
configuring the Ethernet connections.
The DVR can be controlled remotely by an external device or control system, such as a suitable control
keyboard, using RS485 half-duplex serial communications signals. The RS485 connector can also be
used to control PTZ (pan, tilt, zoom) cameras. Connect RX+/TX+ and RX–/TX– of the control system to
the +and –(respectively) of the DVR. See Chapter 3 ─Configuration and the PTZ camera or remote
controller manufacture’s manual for configuring the RS485 connection.
Connect the connector of the adaptor to the DVR, and connect the AC power cord to the adaptor and then
to the wall outlet.

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Chapter 3 — Configuration
NOTE: Your DVR should be completely installed before proceeding. Refer to Chapter 2 — Installation.
Front Panel Controls
Figure 3: DVR front panel.
HDD LED Power LED Alarm LED USB Port
NOTE: The infrared sensor on the DVR is just to the top of the Power LED. Make certain that nothing blocks
the sensor, or the remote control will not function properly.
When you use wireless communication devices (such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth) near the DVR, the remote
control might not function properly.
You can also use a USB mouse to navigate through the screens and menus much like you would on a
computer.
HDD LED
The HDD LED flickers when the DVR is recording or searching video on the hard disk drive.
Power LED
The power LED is lit when the unit is On.
Alarm LED
The Alarm LED is lit when alarm output or internal buzzer is activated.
USB Port
Connect the supplied 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.

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Remote Control Buttons
ID Button
Camera Buttons
Sequence Button
Freeze Button
Arrow Buttons
Menu Button
Playback Buttons
Panic Button
Layout Button
Zoom Button
PTZ Button
Enter Button
Alarm Button
PTZ Control Buttons
Back Up Button
Calendar Button
Figure 4: Infrared remote control.
ID Button
If a DVR System ID is set to 0, the infrared remote control will control that DVR without any additional operations.
(Refer to the System – General setup screen in this chapter for further information on setting the System ID.) If the
system ID is 1 to 16, you must to press the ID button and then press the number button (1 to 16 (+10 & 6)) in order to
control that DVR. If the System ID of two or more DVRs is set to 0, those DVRs will react to the infrared remote
control at the same time.
Camera Buttons
Pressing the individual camera buttons will cause the selected camera to display full screen. Buttons 1 to 9 are also
used to enter passwords.
Sequence Button
When in the Live Monitoring mode, pressing the SEQUENCE button displays live channels sequentially.
Freeze Button
Pressing the FREEZE button freezes the current live screen.

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Arrow Buttons
These buttons are used to navigate through menus and GUI. You can also use them to change numbers by highlighting
a number in the menu and using the Up and Down arrow buttons to increase or decrease the number’s value. These
buttons are also used to control Pan and Tilt when in the PTZ mode.
When in the PIP display format, pressing the Up and Down arrow buttons moves the position of the small screen
counter-clockwise and clockwise.
Pressing the Left and Right buttons moves through screen pages in the Live Monitoring mode and Search mode.
Menu Button
In the Live Monitoring mode and Search mode, pressing the MENU button displays the menu icons on the right edge
of the screen. Pressing the button also hides the menu icons. During menu setup, pressing the button closes the
current menu or setup dialog box.
Playback Buttons
Rewind: Pressing the button plays video backward at high speed. Pressing the button again toggles the
playback speed from , and .
Play/Pause: Pressing the button plays back video at regular speed and pressing the button again pauses video.
The screen displays when the DVR is in the Pause mode and the screen displays when the DVR is playing back
video.
Fast Forward: Pressing the button plays video forward at high speed. Pressing the button again toggles the
playback speed from , and .
Stop: Pressing the button stops playback and enters the Live Monitoring mode.
Backward: When in the pause mode, pressing the button moves to the previous image.
Forward: When in the pause mode, pressing the button moves to the next image.
In the Live Monitoring mode, pressing any playback button enters to the Search mode.
Panic Button
Pressing the PANIC button starts panic recoding of all camera channels, and displays on the screen. Pressing the
button again will stop panic recording.
Layout Button
Pressing the LAYOUT button toggles between different display formats. The available formats are: 4x4, 3x3, 1+7,
1+5, 2x2 and PIP.
Zoom Button
Pressing the ZOOM button zooms the current image on the screen. A PIP with a rectangle temporarily displays showing
what area of the screen has been enlarged. You can use the arrow buttons to move the rectangle to another area.
PTZ Button
Pressing the PTZ button enters the PTZ (Pan/Tilt/Zoom) mode which allows you to control properly configured cameras.
Enter Button
The (Enter) button selects a highlighted item or completes an entry that you have made during system setup. This
button is also used to enter the Cameo mode in the Live Monitoring mode or Search mode.

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Alarm Button
Pressing the ALARM button resets the DVR’s outputs including the internal buzzer during an alarm.
PTZ Control Buttons
While in the PTZ mode, the PRESET buttons are used to save Presets and load a Preset View, the ZOOM buttons are
used to Zoom In and Zoom Out, and the FOCUS buttons are used for Near Focus and Far Focus.
Back Up Button
Pressing the BACK UP button allows you to copy video clips.
Calendar Button
In the search mode, pressing the CALENDAR button displays the Calendar Search screen.
Turning on the Power
Connecting the power cord to the DVR turns on the unit. The unit takes approximately 50 seconds to initialize.
Initial Unit Setup
Before using your DVR for the first time, you will want to establish the initial settings. This includes items such as
time and date, display language, camera, remote control, record mode, network and password. Your DVR can be set
up using various screens and dialog boxes.
NOTE: The following describes how to use the remote control and mouse in the setup screen.
Remote Control Mouse
To enter the
setup screen…
In Live Monitoring mode, press the MENU button to
display the menu icons on the right edge of the screen.
Select the (Setup) icon by pressing the button.
In the Live Monitoring mode, move the mouse pointer
to the right edge of the screen to display hidden menu
icons. Click the (Setup) icon with the left button.
To select
items…
Move to the desired item by pressing the arrow buttons
() and select it by pressing the button. Click the desired item with the left button.
To change
values…
Select the desired item and press the Up and Down
arrow buttons ( ) to increase or decrease the values
and then press the button to complete the entry.
Select the desired item with the left button and roll
the mouse wheel up and down to increase or decrease
the values.
To enter
characters…
Select the desired item and press the button to display
a virtual keyboard. Move to the desired character by
pressing the arrow buttons, and press the button.
Select the desired item with the left button to display
a virtual keyboard. Click the desired character with
the left button.
NOTE: For simplicity, most of the operation explanations in this manual are based on using the Remote Control.
Throughout the screens you will see . Highlighting the and pressing the button on the remote control gives
you the opportunity to reset that screen to its default settings.
Highlighting This page or All pages and pressing the button resets the current
page or all pages of the screen to its or their default settings.
After you are finished with any setup screen, you can highlight Save and press the button to save the changes and
exit the screen. If you do not wish to save the changes, highlight Cancel and press the button to exit the screen.

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Press the MENU button or move the mouse pointer on the right edge of the screen and then select (Login) in the
Live Monitoring menu to enter the setup screens. The Login screen appears.
Select a User and enter the password by pressing the appropriate
combination of Camera number buttons and then the button. The
factory default password is 1234 for a User and there is no password
for an admin user. If you do not know the password, click the
button for guidance.
Figure 5: Login screen.
NOTE: When logged on as the User, live monitoring, searching video and exporting recorded data (Backup)
can only be allowed.
To assure the secure management of the system, setting up a password is strongly recommended.
If you cannot use the remote control buttons, click the button using the mouse to enter a password,
and the virtual keyboard displays. See instructions below for using the virtual keyboard.
To log the user out of the system, press the MENU button or move the mouse pointer on the right edge
of the screen and then select (Logout) in the Live Monitoring menu. The Logout screen displays
asking you to confirm whether or not you want to log out the current user.
Figure 6: Logout screen.
Setup Screen
System
Record
Event
Camera
Device
Network
Notification
Display
Figure 7: Setup screen.
Press the MENU button or move the mouse pointer on the right edge of the screen and then select (Setup) in the
Live Monitoring menu to enter the setup screen.
While setting up the DVR, there will be many opportunities to enter names and titles. When making these entries, a
Virtual Keyboard will appear.

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Use the arrow keys to highlight the character you want in the name or title and press
the button. That character appears in the title bar and the cursor moves to the next
position. Pressing toggles between the upper and lower case keyboards,
backspaces, and deletes entered characters. Pressing toggles between different
keyboard layouts. You can use up to 31 characters including spaces in your title.
Special characters can be created using ^ and a capital letter; e.g., ^J for NL (New
Line), ^M for CR (Carriage Return). Special characters are commonly used by text
input devices and will be useful when performing Text-In Searches.
System Setup
General
Figure 8: System – General setup screen.
Highlight the Site box and press the button. A virtual keyboard appears that you can use to enter a Site Name.
Once you have entered your title, highlight OK and press the button.
Highlight the box beside System ID and press the button. Change the number by highlighting it and using the Up
and Down arrow buttons to increase and decrease the number from 0 to 99.
NOTE: The System ID number is used to identify the unit when it is connected with other DVRs through the
RS485 port. You cannot use the same ID number for two or more DVRs that are in the same RS485
network. It is possible to have multiple DVRs with System ID 0 that are in the same area as long as
they are not part of an RS485 network. If this is the case, all will be controlled at the same time when
using the infrared remote control.
Highlight the box beside Language and press button. A drop-down menu displays the available languages.
Highlight the desired language and press the button.
The box beside Version displays the software version of the DVR. To upgrade the software, connect a USB device
containing the upgrade package file to the DVR. Highlight Upgrade… and press the button. The Upgrade
screen appears. The screen displays the upgrade package file names that are available. The “.rui” indicates that the
file is for software upgrades.
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