Rugged CCTV ELX8-60 User manual

ELX8-60
Installation Guide
(v 1.0a)

FCC Compliance Statement
Caution : Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not expressly
approved the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications,
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION
1. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
2. Disposal of used batteries according to the general recommendations against the environmental
pollution.
3. Do not throw the batteries into a fire, and do not heat, short -circuit or attempt to disassemble the
batteries.
4. Do not attempt to recharge the batteries.

Important Notice
1. Do not place heavy objects on the top of the ELX8-60.
2. ELX8-60 is not weatherproof. In case of outdoor use, equip a weatherproof case to protect ELX8-60
from water, moisture, or temperature (higher or lower than specifications).To clean the ELX8 -60, gently
wipe the outside with a clean dry cloth.
3. Be sure to use a DC adapter that is provided by Rugged CCTVConnecting ELX8-60 directly to an AC
current will cause electric damages to ELX8-60.
4. Be careful not to drop the ELX8-60. Physical shocks may harm the product. In addition, be sure the
ELX8-60 is secured after installation.
5. ELX8-60 is made of metal. Therefore you can hurt human beings if yu throw it to them or hit on them.
When installing ELX8-60, be cautious to locate on safe places where children are unreachable.
6. If ELX8-60 does not operate properly, please contact the closest RUGGED CCTVdistributor for after
sales service. Tampering or disassembling the product will void the warranty.
7. Security surveillance laws may differ for each country. Therefore, please contact the local region first
to avoid any surveillance law violations.

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OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................................................................................7
1. What is ELX8-60?.........................................................................................................................................7
2.Supplied Accessories..................................................................................................................................8
3. Description & Function ................................................................................................................................9
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION..............................................................................................................11
4. Connecting & RunningELX8-60............................................................................................................11
4.1. Connecting camera...........................................................................................................................11
4.2. Connecting Monitor.......................................................................................................................... 12
4.3. Connecting Audio..............................................................................................................................12
4.4. Supplying Power ............................................................................................................................... 13
5. Running OSD menu..................................................................................................................................14
5.1. Using menu .........................................................................................................................................14
5.2. Dialogue Box to Edit a Word.........................................................................................................15
6. Setting remote controller .........................................................................................................................17
6.1. Setting remote control DIP switch ............................................................................................... 17
6.2. Setting ID of ELX8-60......................................................................................................................17
6.3. Selecting ELX8-60............................................................................................................................18
6.4. Operable range of remote controller .......................................................................................... 18
6.5. Loading the batteries into remote controller............................................................................19
7. ELX8-60Configuration.............................................................................................................................20
7.1. Basic Configuration.......................................................................................................................... 20
7.2. Advanced Configuration.................................................................................................................20
7.3. External Storage & Backup Configuration................................................................................21
7.4. Internet/Intranet Configuration......................................................................................................21
8. ELX8-60 Basic Setting ...........................................................................................................................22
8.1. Viewing Image.................................................................................................................................... 22
8.2. Setting Date & Time.........................................................................................................................23
8.2.1. Time Zone...................................................................................................................................23
8.2.2. Daylight Saving.........................................................................................................................23
8.2.3. Sync with NTP...........................................................................................................................23
8.2.4. Time Format............................................................................................................................... 24
8.2.5. Date............................................................................................................................................... 24
8.2.6. Time..............................................................................................................................................24
8.2.7. Apply Date/Time.......................................................................................................................24

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8.3. Setting Recording Condition .........................................................................................................24
8.3.1. Configuration Status................................................................................................................25
8.3.2. Channel Status.......................................................................................................................... 25
8.3.3. Recording Speed/Quality.......................................................................................................26
8.3.4. Speed(ips)..................................................................................................................................26
8.3.5. Quality.......................................................................................................................................... 26
8.3.6. Audio Recording.......................................................................................................................26
8.3.7. Apply.............................................................................................................................................26
9. Connecting and Configuring Sensor ...................................................................................................27
9.1. Connecting Sensor Input................................................................................................................27
9.2. Setting Sensor at OSD menu.......................................................................................................28
10. Connecting & Configuring Relay Out..............................................................................................29
10.1. Connecting Relay Out.................................................................................................................29
10.2. Configuring Relay Out.................................................................................................................30
11. Connecting External Device with Serial Port............................................................................... 31
11.1. Connecting Text Input Device (ATM / POS / Access Control).......................................31
12. Connecting & Configuring Serial Ports for Pan/Tilt/Zoom .......................................................32
12.1. Connecting Serial Port................................................................................................................32
12.1.1. Connecting RS232..............................................................................................................32
12.1.2. Connecting RS485..............................................................................................................32
12.1.3. Connecting RS422..............................................................................................................32
12.2. Configuring Serial Port................................................................................................................33
13. Connecting USB Device......................................................................................................................34
14. Connecting External Storage............................................................................................................36
14.1. IEEE1394 Port............................................................................................................................... 36
14.2. Connecting IEEE1394 Device..................................................................................................36
14.3. AvailableHDD ............................................................................................................................... 37
14.4. Registering & Formatting HDD ................................................................................................37
15. Network Monitoring & Managing......................................................................................................38
15.1. Connecting Ethernet.................................................................................................................... 38
15.2. Configuring ELX8-60’s Network Information.......................................................................40
16. Using DVR Manager.............................................................................................................................41
16.1. PC System Requirements for running DVR Manager.....................................................41
16.2. Installing DVR Manager.............................................................................................................41

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16.3. Uninstalling DVR Manager........................................................................................................43
16.4. Configstation..................................................................................................................................43
16.5. Monitor..............................................................................................................................................44
16.6. Playback .......................................................................................................................................... 44
APPENDIX ..............................................................................................................................................................45
#1. HDD............................................................................................................................................................46
#1.1. Fundamental Notions & Terms.................................................................................................46
#1.2. Installing HDD ................................................................................................................................48
#1.3. Replacing HDD..............................................................................................................................60
#1.4. Keeping Data .................................................................................................................................61
#1.5. Caution in using HDD..................................................................................................................62
#2. Using CD-ROM......................................................................................................................................63
#3. Specification............................................................................................................................................64

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OVERVIEW
1. What is ELX8-60?
The ELX8-60is an 8-analogchannelsnetwork digital video recorder. Video, Audio, and Text Event-Logs
are digitized and stored on two internal hard-drives.
Key features
q8 analog video channels
q1 channel audio recording &playback
qMax. 60 / 50 ips (NTSC / PAL) recording speed
qRealtime (30 / 25 ips for each channel) monitoring
qBuilt-in software multiplexer for all 8 live monitoring channels (1 / 4 / 9 Ch Mode on CCTV Monitor
as well as PC)
qMaximum 4TB storage capacity (IEEE 1394 for external HDD)
qATM/POS transaction information text recording and search with corresponding video
q4 pairs of sensor inputs and alarm outputs
qBuilt-in hardware motion detection with search function(64-division comparison)
qVarious efficient back-up methods(IEEE 1394(FiWi), Ethernet)
qPTZ Control (Preset support)via RS 232 and RS 485/RS422
qUser-friendly 32bit True-colored Graphic OSD Menu
qDynamic IP (DHCP, Floating IP) support (when xDSL and Cable Modem are used)
qIR remote controller (User controlsPTZ with remote controller)
qRemote Management Software (DVR Manager)

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2. Supplied Accessories
Unpack and check all the items as below.
1. ELX8-60 (1) 2. DC Power Supply (1)
(110V~220V)
3. AC Power Cord (1) 4. CD-ROM (Including DVR Manager) (1)
5. Remote Controller (1) 6. Guide (2)
7. Plug Bracket (1) 8. HDD Fixing Screw (8)

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3. Description & Function
ELX8-60 Front
(1) LED
(2) IEEE1394 connecter
(3) Remote controllerreceiver
(4) USB connecter
(5) Function buttons
(6) Bracket fixing hole for rack mount

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ELX8-60 Rear
(7) Power switch
(8) Ethernet connector
(9) BNC connector for Video input
(10) Audio input / output connector
(11) RS232 connecter (9Pin D-Sub)
(12) Terminal block for RS232 & 422/485
(13) Terminal block for Sensor input
(14) Terminal block for Relay output
(15) Video output for MONITOR or VCR
(16) Video input type/impedance select & remote controller switch
(17) IEEE1394 connecter
(18) USB connecter
(19) Power connector (DC12V)
(20)GND

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INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
4. Connecting & Running ELX8-60
4.1. Connecting camera
(1) Set video type (NTSC/PAL) by rear panel’sswitch.
(2) Connect CCTV camera to ELX8-60with BNC cable as shown below.
<Note>
The video type for all channels should be either NTSC or PAL. NTSC is the standard used in North
America.

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4.2. Connecting Monitor
(1) Connect CCTV monitor to ELX8-60 with BNC cable as shown below.
<Note>
ELX8-60 has two video output ports ; for Monitor and VCR. The output signals from thetwo ports are
same and either port may be used.
4.3. Connecting Audio
(1) Connect audio signal to ELX8-60.

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4.4. Supplying Power
(1) Connect power cable to ELX8-60.
(2) Turn on the power switch locatedonthe ELX8-60 rear panel.
<Note>
Use the plug bracket to secure the power cable if needed.
<Note>
To connect EARTH, refer to the following picture.

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5. Running OSD menu
5.1. Using menu
Press the [MENU] button to open the OSD Configuration Menu.
(1) Main Menu Tabs: The selectedtab is shown in blueand the related sub-menuswill be shown below
the tab.To move to the previous/next Main Menu Tab, use the [ /] arrow buttons. To move to a
sub-menu, press the [ENTER] or [] buttons.
(2) Sub-menu: The select edsub-menu is shown in blue and the related setting page will be shown to the
right of the sub-menu. Use the [/] arrow buttons to move within the sub-menu list. To move to the
setting page pressthe [ENTER] button. To exit the setting page, press the [EXIT] button.
(3) Setting Page : The select ed item isshown in gray. To move within each page, use the [ /] or
[/] arrow buttons. Press the [ENTER] button to change the value of a setting. Whenthe setting valueis
a word, a dialogue box to edit the word will open. When setting value is a number, it should be set with
using the [ /] or [/] arrow buttons. After the value is set,press the [EXIT] button. To exit the
Setting Page, press the [EXIT] button.
(4) Help message : Related information for each menu/setting will be displayed here.
(1) Main Menu
(2) Sub-menu
(3) Setting Page
(4) Help message

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5.2. Dialogue Box to Edit a Word
There are two methods to set word.
(1) Using number button
Enter the related numbers in order of horizontal/vertical . (For example, in order to select “C”, press [3]
and [2] buttons.)
(2) Using arrow button
Select a value using the [/] or [/] buttons. The intersection of the horizontal and vertical bar
isselected value. Press the [] button to confirm the selected value.

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(3) Function word
The following symbols are for executing specific functions:
ü1#2.1 : Enter
: Back Space & delete
: Space
: Move to left
: Move to right
: Previous Code Page
: Next Code Page

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6. Setting remote controller
6.1. Setting remote control DIP switch
Set the remote control DIP switch to“ON.”
6.2. Setting ID of ELX8-60
When controllingseveral ELX8-60s with one remote controller, set Remote Control ID as follows.
(1) Press the [MENU] button.
(2) Select “System”with using [] button and press the[ENETR] or [] button.
(3) Select “Miscellaneous”from the sub-menu list using the []button and press the [ENETR] button.

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(4) Select “Remote Control ID,”and press the [ENETR] button.
(5) Select a value using the [ /] buttonsand pressthe [EXIT] button.
(6) Press the [EXIT] button toexit the Settings Page and return to Monitor mode.
<Note> Remote Control ID
Up to 16 ELX8-60s can be controlled with a single remote controller.
6.3. Selecting ELX8-60
If several ELX8-60s are set with unique ID numbers, they can be controlled with one remote controller.
Toselect a specificELX8-60, press theID button of remote controller until the 8 LEDs on the front of the
ELX8-60 light up and a buzzer sounds.
<Note>
Because remote controller ID is sixteen, ELX8-60will correspond.
6.4. Operable range of remote controller

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6.5. Loading the batteries into remote controller
Remote controller requires two AAA-type batteries.
1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Taking care that the poles(+/-)
are correctly positioned 3. Replace the battery cover.
<Note>
Batteries are not included as a packing accessory.

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7. ELX8-60 Configuration
7.1. Basic Configuration
7.2. Advanced Configuration