Samsung SVR-1650 User manual

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Digital Video Recorder SVR-1650/1640 User’s Manual
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Thank you for purchasing the SVR-1650/1640.
This is a user manual for SVR-1650/1640. Before product installation and operation, please become
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This specification may be changed without prior notice for improvement of product performance.
Product warranty and limits of responsibility
The manufacturer does not assume any other responsibility concerning the sale of this product and does not
delegate any right to a third party to take any responsibility on its behalf. Product warranty does not cover
cases of accidents, negligence, alteration, misuse or abuse. In addition, no warranty is offered for any
attachments or parts not supplied by the manufacturer.
The warranty period for this product will be for 2 years from the date of purchase. The following cases are
not covered by the warranty and payment is required for repairs.
Malfunction due to negligence in handling by the user
Deliberate disassembly and replacement by the user
Connection of a power source other than a properly rated power source
Malfunction caused by natural disasters (fire, flood, tidal wave, etc.)
Replacement of expendable parts(HDD, FAN, etc.)
Warranty only refers to the warranty covering products that have been paid for.
After expiration of the warranty period (2 years), examination and repair will be provided for a fee. Even
during the warranty period, repair and examination of items outside the preceding warranty scope will
require a payment.
Please inquire at the point of purchase or the local service center for repairs requiring a payment.

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Table of Contents
Introduction ...............................................................1
Product warranty and limits of responsibility ...........................................1
Chapter 1. Safety Cautions ..............................................5
Symbols displayed for each item .........................................................5
Chapter 2. Summary .....................................................8
2.1 Features ...............................................................................8
2.2 Components ........................................................................ 11
2.3 Name and Function of Each Part................................................. 11
2.3.1 Front panel ...........................................................................11
2.3.2 Back connector terminals ............................................................14
2.3.3 Remote Controller....................................................................15
2.4 Product specification ............................................................... 16
Chapter 3. Installation method .......................................20
3.1 Overall connection.................................................................. 20
3.1.1 Front connection method ...........................................................20
3.1.2 Back connection method ............................................................20
3.2 Detailed connection ................................................................ 21
3.2.1 Rack mount...........................................................................21
3.2.2 Video/Audio connection.............................................................22
3.2.3 External connector ...................................................................24
Chapter 4. Operation method ........................................31
4.1 Preoperation inspection items...................................................... 31
4.2 Connection of power supply ...................................................... 31
4.3 Live screen .......................................................................... 31
4.3.1 FUNCTION screen display .........................................................32
4.3.2 Single channel screen display........................................................32
4.3.3 Multi screen display ..................................................................33
4.4 Recording ........................................................................... 34
4.4.1 General recording ....................................................................34
4.4.2 Scheduled recording ..................................................................34
4.5 Search ............................................................................... 35

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4.5.1 Time search .......................................................................... 35
4.5.2 Event search ......................................................................... 35
4.5.3 Log search............................................................................ 37
4.6 Recording file playback .............................................................37
4.6.1 Jog dial / shuttle ring............................................................... 38
4.7 Live / Playback screen conversion .................................................38
4.8 Digital zoom ........................................................................39
4.9 Copy .................................................................................39
4.10 PTZ ................................................................................40
4.10.1 PTZ adjustment .................................................................... 41
4.10.2 Preset setup ......................................................................... 41
4.10.3 Preset utilization .................................................................... 42
4.10.4 Using OSD for the Speed Dome Camera ....................................... 42
4.11 Quick setup ........................................................................43
4.12 PIP .................................................................................44
4.13 System information ................................................................45
4.14 SPOT...............................................................................45
Chapter 5. Setup method............................................. 46
5.1 Menu organization ..................................................................46
5.2 Initial value setup ...................................................................48
5.3 Operation description ...............................................................54
5.4 FUNCTION menu .................................................................55
5.4.1 LIVE/PLAY mode .................................................................. 55
5.4.2 FUNCTION operation description ................................................. 55
5.5 Menu screen description ............................................................58
5.6 Screen setup .........................................................................59
5.6.1 Screen................................................................................. 59
5.6.2 Sequencing............................................................................ 60
5.6.3 Display................................................................................ 62
5.6.4 Covert................................................................................. 63
5.6.5 SPOT ................................................................................. 63
5.7 Record setup ........................................................................64
5.7.1 Record mode......................................................................... 64
5.7.2 Record program...................................................................... 65
5.7.3 Recording time table ................................................................ 66
5.8 Event setup..........................................................................67
5.8.1 Event ................................................................................. 67
5.8.2 Motion detection..................................................................... 68
5.8.3 Relay .................................................................................. 69

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5.8.4 TEXT .................................................................................69
5.9 Communication setup .............................................................. 70
5.9.1 NETWORK ..........................................................................70
5.9.2 RS-232.................................................................................71
5.9.3 RS-422/485 ...........................................................................71
5.9.4 E-MAIL ...............................................................................72
5.10 System setup....................................................................... 73
5.10.1 System ...............................................................................73
5.10.2 HDD.................................................................................75
5.10.3 Password .............................................................................76
5.10.4 Date setup...........................................................................77
5.10.5 PTZ ..................................................................................78
5.11 Video recording search............................................................ 79
5.11.1 Time search .........................................................................79
5.11.2 Event search.........................................................................80
5.11.3 Log search...........................................................................80
5.12 Copy ............................................................................... 81
5.13 Exit ................................................................................ 82
Chapter 6. Network viewer program ................................83
6.1 Introduction......................................................................... 83
6.1.1 System requirements..................................................................83
6.1.2 Program installation ..................................................................84
6.2 DVR MANAGER Function ....................................................... 85
6.3 VIEWER screen function.......................................................... 88
6.3.1 Name for each function.............................................................88
6.3.2 Image display section ................................................................89
6.3.3 Page control section .................................................................89
6.3.4 DVR status display section..........................................................91
6.3.5 Main button section .................................................................92
6.3.6 List display section...................................................................96
6.3.7 PTZ control section .................................................................96
6.3.8 Additional functions..................................................................97
Chapter 7. Trobleshooting ............................................98
Product Specifications ................................................................ 100

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Symbols displayed for each item
Warning
Refers to information users need to know in order to prevent serious injury or death.
Caution
Provides information users need to know in order to prevent minor injury or product damage.
Before installation
9Verify the supplied voltage (AC100V~AC240V) before connecting the power supply.
9Make sure the power supply is off before installation.
9Do not install in a very humid environment. Doing so may cause an electric shock or fire.
9Make sure ground line is connected to reduce electric shock risk.
During operation
9Do not open the product cover except qualified personnel or system installer.. Opening the
product cover may cause an electric shock.
9Do not plug multiple appliances into one power outlet. Doing so may cause fire.
9Do not place dishes containing water or heavy objects on the product. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
9Do not use in areas containing inflammable materials like propane gas and gasoline or in areas
that generate dust. Doing so may cause an explosion or fire.
9Do not touch the power line with a wet hand. Doing so may cause an electric shock.
9Do not insert a hand into the opening of the DVD. Doing so may cause an injury.
9Make sure conduction materials do not enter the cooling ventilator opening.

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9Do not apply excessive force when pulling on the power cord. Damaging the cord may cause
an electric shock or fire.
9Random replacement of built-in battery by other types of batteries may cause explosion.
9The battery shall be replaced by the same battery.
9The used batteries shall be disposed carefully because they can cause environment pollutions.
Dismantling and cleaning
9Do not dismantle, repair or modify the product deliberately. Doing so may cause a damage, an
electric shock or an injury.
9Do not use water, thinner or organic solvent for cleaning the product exterior. Doing so may
cause a malfunction or an electric shock. Use a dry cloth to clean the exterior.
During installation
9To get adequate ventilation, install the product with at least 15cm of space between the
cooling ventilation opening and a wall.
9To prevent falling, install the product in a flat area . Dropping the product may cause an injury
or a malfunction.
9Avoid areas exposed to sun light or heat since they may cause deformation or a malfunction.
9If a camera is installed while the DVR is recording, image in another channel may be
disrupted. Start the storage after installing the camera is recommended.
During use
9Make sure the product is not exposed to shocks or shaking when using the product or during
moving.
9Do not move the product while it is in operation, and apply strong shocks to the product or
throw the product.
9If hard disk drives other than those recommended are used additionally, abnormal operation
may occur. Inquire at the point of purchase of the product before installing such a hard disk
drive.
9Product warranty will not cover deliberate additional use of such hard disk drives.

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INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with 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 the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
Correct Disposal of This Product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(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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2.1 Features
Monitoring Screen
Vivid live video with high image quality is realized and various observation screens are provided for
each channel.
Implementation of real time 480 frames MPEG-4 video
Various observation screen modes:
Single, 4 DIVISION, 9 DIVISION, 16 DIVISION
Automatic screen conversion (AUTO)
Various monitor output supported [3 Composite (including 1 Spot), 1 VGA, 1 RCA]
Pan, Tilt, Digital Zoom, PIP(Picture in Picture; view screen within a screen)
Voice recording
Real time voice input and recording function is provided.
Real time, simultaneous recording of 4 channels voice input possible
(1, 2, 3, 4 channel fixed)
Input: 4 channels (4 back side), Output: 2 (1 back side/ 1 front side)
Simultaneous recording and playback is possible
This product is a digital video recorder that digitizes 16 channels of video input and stores it in the
built-in hard disk drive. Product functions can be setup conveniently using the mouse and buttons on
the front panel.
Samsung SVR-1650/1640 is a digital image recorder that can be used as security equipment in banks,
apartments, and government and public offices. It is a stand-alone product with proven performance
and stability. Since a hard disk drive is used for storage instead of a video tape, high quality can be
maintained for even repetitive recordings and fast retrieval of digital files is also possible. This is a user
friendly digital device with a diverse array of functions including a high quality video, a large capacity
storage, perfect simultaneous implementation of recording/playback/backup functions, motion
detection, PTZ (Pan, Tilt, Zoom) control function, password setup, real time voice data storage, an
event list with up to 10,000 events and log file storage.

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Video recording
High image quality MPEG4 video recording is possible. Up to 480 frames(SVR-1650)/120
frames(SVR-1640) per second of recorded video can be stored and pre-event recording can be done for up
to 5 seconds before an event occurs. In addition, privacy is protected by the COVERT (image hiding)
function.
MPEG-4 video recording with high image quality
4 steps video recording resolution setup to adjust storage capacity
Multiple recordings possible for manual & events or schedule & events
Simultaneous execution of the following 4 functions:
recording/playback/backup/network.
Easy setup of video recording resolution and motion detection for each channel.
Video recording setup of up to 480(NTSC : SVR-1650)/120(NTSC :SVR-1640) or
400(PAL : SVR-1650)/100(PAL : SVR-1640) frames per second possible
(352×240 or 352x288(CIF) based),
Manual and scheduled recording possible
Video loss detection function
Record events(sensor, video loss, motion detection and text) in the event list
Up to 5 seconds of pre-alarm event recording for each channel possible
Search/Playback
A wide range of convenient functions for search and playback are provided.
Playback by time, by date, by channel
Convenient search using the mouse
Still image step up/down playback
Playback based on EVENT(sensor, video loss, motion detection and text) list
Easy search using the remote controller and jog/shuttle
Digital zoom in playback screen

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Storage device
A built-in hard disk drive is provided. User may also select to use DVD+RW and USB memory for backup.
Standard storage: Built-in hard disk drive
Various backup devices available: DVD+RW and USB memory
Network
Various networks including LAN, xDSL is supported. Key functions of the product may be manipu
lated easily and maintained remotely using the dedicated viewer for PC.
If an EVENT occurs, transmit by E-mail through TCP/IP, DHCP
Live image viewing from a remote location is possible (entire or 4 DIVISION screen
selection is possible)
PC playback, storage, search function and DVR control function using the network
viewer is possible
Search and playback by time or by event from a remote location is possible
10/100Mbps Ethernet/xDSL support
Multiple DVR connection
Others
GUI and mouse for user convenience
Convenient firmware upgrade function using USB memory
PTZ CONTROL (SPEED DOME), PRE-SET support
Multiple language support: Korean, English, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, etc.
Video recorded image backup function (still images/video) using the USB port
16 DVRs may be controlled conveniently using one remote controller

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2.2 Components
DVR package contains the main body and the following accessories. Please verify whether all accessories are
included at the time of purchase. If any accessory is missing, inquire at the point of purchase.
2.3 Name and Function of Each Part
2.3.1 Front panel
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Backup(Copy) section
Category Function
1. DVD-Multi : DVR for
backup
Used to backup recorded/stored images on DVD+RW/CD-RW
media.
Jog/shuttle section
Category Function
2. JOG/SHUTTLE
Menu setup values can be adjusted and STEP function can be
controlled with JOG. SHUTTLE can be used for moving items
between menus, increasing or decreasing playback speed, changing
playback direction and for controlling PTZ.
Display section
Category Function
REC display LED Indicates whether recording is in progress.
HDD display LED Indicates whether hard disk drive is in operation.
NETWORK display LED Indicates whether network is in connection.
ALARM display LED Indicates whether event is in detection.
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COPY display LED Indicates whether COPY is in progress.
Power supply section
Category Function
4. Stand-by button Turn product ON or OFF.
Playback and recording section
Category Function
5. REC Start or stop the manual mode video recording.
6. STEP Start 1 Frame playback.
7. PLAY/PAUSE Start playback or pause momentarily.
8. STOP Stop playback and return to live screen mode.
9. FAST Playback is carried out faster than the normal playback speed.
10. DIR Used to change the playback direction.

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Function button section
Category Function
11. ▼Used for movement in the lower direction
12. ▲Used for movement in the upper direction.
13. ◀Used for movement to the left
MENU
14. ▶Used for movement to the right
15. + Used to increase value to be setup or move to another page.
16. - Used to decrease value to be setup or move to another page.
17.COPY Display the copy menu. Store data in DVD+RW and USB Memory
Stick at the preset time.
18. SEARCH Select data search mode.
19. MULTI Convert to a divided screen.
20. FUNCTION Display the LIVE screen menu for FUNCTION.
21. PTZ Select PTZ mode.
22. ENTER Store or execute the select options.
23. ESC. Return to the previous stage menu.
USB, Audio/Video section
Category Function
24. USB1, USB2, USB3 Connection port for mouse, USB Memory Stick and DVD+RW
25. AUDIO OUT Output port for connecting speaker.
26. VIDEO OUT Output port to connect TV monitor.
Channel button section
Category Function
27. CH1~CH16(16) Display selection button of each channel (Live/Playback), Select
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2.3.2 Back connector terminals
No. I/O terminal names Function
1 CH1~16 BNC input connector terminal for the camera.
2 LOOP OUT BNC output (loop) connector terminal for the camera.
3 RS-232C RS-232C terminal.
4 MONITOR A2 BNC connector terminal for monitor output.
5 MONITOR A1 BNC connector terminal for monitor output.
6 MONITOR B BNC connector terminal for SPOT monitor output.
7 GROUND Ground terminal for DVR main body and external equipment.
8 POWER IN Socket for AC100V ~ AC240V power supply cord.
9 SENSOR IN Input terminal for external alarm sensor.
10 RELAY OUT Relay output terminal.
11 CONSOLE Auxiliary port
12 RS-485/422 Terminal to connect expansion controller, speed dome camera,
SRX-100B connector.
13 TERMINATION Switch for RS-485 termination resistor setup.
14 USB Terminal to connect external equipment
(DVD+RW, CD-RW, etc.).
15 VGA OUTPUT Output port to connect the PC monitor.
16 ETHERNET(Main) LAN connection terminal.
17 AUDIO OUT Terminal for speaker output.
18 AUDIO IN Terminal for microscope input.
Refer to ‘Chapter 3. Installation method’ and ‘Chapter 4. Operation method’ for
detailed description about setup and utilization.
Because console terminal is a reserve terminal, a user may not connect it
arbitrarily.
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2.3.3 Remote Controller
Button names Function
1. MENU Menu screen conversion
2. STATUS System setup information display
3. AUTO Automatic screen conversion
4. D.ZOOM Digital zoom execution
5. SPOT SPOT monitor screen conversion
6. AUX Auxiliary
7. PTZ PTZ mode conversion
8. COPY Copy menu display, store the image
through USB
9. PIP View picture in picture
10. RECORD( ) Start or stop general video recording
11. SEARCH( ) Search menu display
12. STOP( ) Cancel playback mode
13. STEP( ) Playback 1 frame
14. PLAY/PAUSE( ) Playback and pause
15. FAST( ) High speed playback
16. DIR( ) Change playback direction
(forward direction or reverse direction)
17. (▲) Move cursor up in the setup menu
18. (▼) Move cursor down in the setup menu
19. (◀) Move cursor to the left in the setup menu
20. (▶) Move cursor to the right in the setup
menu
21. ENTER Setup value selection, execution
22. MULTI Divided screen selection
23. (-) Reduce setup value, move to another
page.
24. (+) Increase setup value, move to another
page.
25. ESC Cancel the setup, exit the menu
26. Channel button Camera channel selection
27. Remote controller ID Remote controller ID selection

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2.4 Product specification
Video
Items Specification
Input method Composite input 16 channels
Video input level 1.0 Vp–p, composite
Live screen presentation
speed
NTSC : 480 frames/sec
PAL : 400 frames/sec
Live screen resolution NTSC : 720(horizontal) × 480(vertical) pixels, if entire screen selected
PAL : 720(horizontal) × 576(vertical) pixels, if entire screen selected
Monitor output
1.0Vp–p Composite, 75Ωoutput
Back : 2 terminals(BNC : composite),
1 terminal(BNC : spot composite)
Front : 1 terminal(RCA : composite)
Loop(BNC) 16 CH output
VGA output
(PC monitor) RGB output
PIP screen PIP screen size: 240×160(Fixed on left top side)
PIP screen organization: Small live screen inside the live entire screen
Audio
Items Specification
Audio 4 channel audio input
Line input level 1.0V / 20kΩ
Line output level 1.0V / 1kΩ
Storage method PCM method
Electric Specification
Items Specification
Power supply AC 100V ~ 240V, (50/60Hz), Max, 2A
Power consumption About 75W (if one hard disk drive used)
Alarm
Items Specification
Input 16 channels
Output 4 relay outputs(video loss, power off, motion detection, sensor)
user setup possible

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Connector terminals
Items Specification
Video input BNC(16)
Loop output BNC(16)
Monitor output BNC(2), RCA(Front 1)
SPOT Monitor output BNC(1)
VGA output
(PC monitor) 15 pin VGA
Audio RCA input (4), RCA output (2 - including the front)
25 pin DSUB Sensor input (16), relay output(4)
Dual RJ-45 RS-485/422(2)
9 pin DSUB RS-232C(1)
USB port Front (2), back (1)
RJ-45 Network (Ethernet)-10/100M bps supported
Controller
Item Specification
Remote controller Infrared LED(Max. 5m)
Mouse(USB) Menu setup and DVR setup handling possible
Dedicated controller SCC-3100(RS-485)
Hard disk drive
Items Specification
Max. no. of mounts 4
Basic mount 1 (built-in)
Hard disk drive type EIDE(ULTRA DMA-133)
Min. speed 7200rpm
Recommended product Maxtor series
Maxtor series recommended
Model HDD capacity Buffer
6L160P0 160G 8M
7L250R0 250G 16M
6H500R0 500G 16M
※If other products are used, HDD operation error may occur.
Exterior appearance
Items Specification
Material Metal case, Front(aluminum, plastic)
Dimensions 430(width) × 465(length) × 88(height) mm
Weight About 8.9kg(1 HDD)

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Operation environment
Items Specification
Operating temperature 5°C ∼40°C
Storage temperature –10°C ∼60°C
Humidity 30% ∼90%
Video recording
Specification
Items SVR-1650 SVR-1640
Compression method MPEG-4
Video recording method 2 video recording modes: schedule & event, manual & event
Maximum number of
frames per second
(resolution)
NTSC(704×480) : 120 frames/sec
NTSC(704×240) : 240 fields/sec
NTSC(352×240) : 480 fields/sec
PAL(704×576) : 100 frames/sec
PAL(704×288) : 200 fields/sec
PAL(352×288) : 400 fields/sec
30 frames/sec
60 fields/sec
120fields/sec
25 frames/sec
50 fields/sec
100 fields/sec
Picture quality 4 levels of picture quality: User setup possible
(SUPER, HIGH, MID, LOW)
Pre Alarm Setup possible within maximum 5 seconds
Post Alarm Setup possible within maximum 5 minuets
Countries using NTSC : USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Mexico, etc.
Countries using PAL : Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark,
Finland,Germany,England,Nederland, Italy,Kuwait,
Malaysia, NewZealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, Thailand, Norway, etc.
Network
Items Specification
General
Compression method : MPEG-4
Connection method: Dedicated viewer
Supported protocols: TCP/IP, DHCP
Supported interfaces: Ethernet(10M/100M bps), xDSL
PC requirements
CPU: Pentium IV 3.0GHz or higher (Hyper Threading recommended)
Memory: Over 512MB recommended
Hard Disk : Size larger than 120GB is recommended
OS: Windows 2000 or higher versions recommended
Monitor: Over 1,024×768 pixels(1280×1024 recommended)
LAN interface: 10/100 Base–T Network card