Samsung SVR-1680 User manual

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing Samsung DVR products.
This is the user manual for SVR-3200, SVR-1680, SVR-1660, SVR-1645, SVR-960, SVR-945.
Before installing or operating this product, please familiarize yourself with this user manual and
other manuals referenced by this manual.
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and reprinting the user manual, either partially or in its entirety, or translating it into another
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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 an improper power supply
Malfunction caused by natural disasters (fire, flood, etc.)
Replacement of expendable parts (HDD, FAN, etc.)
※Warranty period of HDD and Fan is one year after purchase.
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.

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This product is not for exclusive use of crime prevention but for assistance unit such as
a fire or theft. Therefore, we never take any responsibility for the damage from any
incident.
Various experience and technical is needed for installation of this product and an amateur
installation might cause fire, electric shock, and defect. All installation operations should be
performed by the agency you purchased this product from.
This manual is authored SVR-1680, SVR-1660 according to firmware version 1.0.8, SVR-1645,
SVR-960, SVR-945 according to firmware version 1.1.4
Content of this manual can differ by Firmware or Software upgrade, and standard and
appearance of product is changeable partly without prior notice to users.

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Contents
Chapter 1. Safety Cautions............................................................ 7
1.1 Explaining the Symbols ................................................................................................ 7
Chapter 2. Summary..................................................................... 10
2.1 Features..................................................................................................................... 10
Chapter 3. Product Description................................................... 13
3.1 Front part.................................................................................................................... 14
3.2 Rear Part.................................................................................................................... 16
3.3 OSD MENU structure................................................................................................. 17
3.4 Function Menu............................................................................................................ 18
3.5 Factory setting............................................................................................................ 18
Chapter 4. Monitoring................................................................... 24
4.1 Main Screen ............................................................................................................... 24
4.2 Single image in full screen.......................................................................................... 24
4.3 Multi Screen ............................................................................................................... 24
4.4 User Sequence........................................................................................................... 24
4.4.1 Basic System Mode............................................................................................. 25
4.4.2 User Sequence Mode.......................................................................................... 25
4.5 Event Screen.............................................................................................................. 26
4.6 Screen Zoom.............................................................................................................. 27
4.7 Pause Live screen...................................................................................................... 27
4.8 PTZ Control................................................................................................................ 27
4.8.1 Pan/Tilt................................................................................................................ 28
4.8.2 Zoom/Focus ........................................................................................................ 28
4.8.3 Load Preset......................................................................................................... 29
4.8.4 Save Preset......................................................................................................... 29
4.8.5 Auxiliary On......................................................................................................... 29
4.8.6 Auxiliary Off......................................................................................................... 29
4.9 Screen Lock.................................................................................................................... 29

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Chapter 5. Playback...................................................................... 30
5.1 Playback..................................................................................................................... 30
5.1.1 Playback with Main Screen (16/9 division screen)............................................... 30
5.1.2 Playback Functions ............................................................................................. 30
5.2 Search............................................................................................................................. 31
5.2.1 Time Search........................................................................................................ 31
5.2.2 Calendar Search ................................................................................................. 32
5.2.3 Event Search....................................................................................................... 33
5.2.4 Thumbnail Search............................................................................................... 33
5.3 Copy................................................................................................................................ 34
5.3.1 CD/DVD .............................................................................................................. 34
5.3.2 RE4..................................................................................................................... 36
5.3.3 AVI....................................................................................................................... 37
Chapter 6. Configuration.............................................................. 39
6.1 Record Setup.................................................................................................................. 39
6.2 System Time Setup......................................................................................................... 39
6.2.1 Configuring System Time .................................................................................... 40
6.3 Camera Setup................................................................................................................. 41
6.3.1 Configuring Camera Setup.................................................................................. 42
6.4 Quick Recording Setup (Quick Setup)............................................................................. 43
6.4.1 Configuring Quick Recording Setup .................................................................... 44
6.5 Recording Schedule Setup.............................................................................................. 44
6.5.1 All Channels........................................................................................................ 45
6.5.2 Individual Channels............................................................................................. 45
6.6 Configuring Event Recording........................................................................................... 46
6.6.1 Event Source Setup............................................................................................. 46
6.6.2 Configuring Event Recording forAll Channels.......................................................... 47
6.6.3 Manual Recording Setup .......................................................................................... 49
6.7 Audio & Misc. Setup........................................................................................................ 50
6.7.1 Audio......................................................................................................................... 50
6.7.2 Audio Mix.................................................................................................................. 51
6.7.3 Record No Video ...................................................................................................... 51
6.8 Monitor Setup.................................................................................................................. 51

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6.9 Event Setup..................................................................................................................... 53
6.9.1 Event ........................................................................................................................ 53
6.9.2 Text........................................................................................................................... 55
6.9.3 D-I/O......................................................................................................................... 56
6.9.4 Event Action..............................................................................................................57
6.9.5 Network .................................................................................................................... 58
6.9.6 xDSL......................................................................................................................... 59
6.9.7 DDNS ....................................................................................................................... 60
6.9.8 NTP.......................................................................................................................... 64
6.9.9 Serial ........................................................................................................................ 65
6.10 System Setup................................................................................................................ 66
6.10.1 Setup...................................................................................................................... 66
6.10.2 Disk Setup.............................................................................................................. 68
6.10.3 Security................................................................................................................... 70
6.10.4 Time Schedule........................................................................................................ 72
6.10.5 Special Time ........................................................................................................... 73
6.11 Exit................................................................................................................................ 74
Chapter 7. Web Viewer................................................................. 76
7.1 System Requirements..................................................................................................... 76
7.2 LOGIN............................................................................................................................. 76
7.3 Connection User setup.................................................................................................... 77
7.4 Supported Browser.......................................................................................................... 78
7.5 Monitor............................................................................................................................ 78
7.5.1 Screen Partition & Image Movement................................................................... 78
7.5.2 Moving Playback ................................................................................................. 79
7.5.3 Channel On/Off ................................................................................................... 79
7.5.4 Sensor indication................................................................................................. 80
7.5.5 Relay operation ................................................................................................... 80
7.5.6 Microphone use................................................................................................... 80
7.5.7 Event Data........................................................................................................... 81
7.5.8 Video Recording & Video Storage ....................................................................... 81
7.5.9 PTZ Use.............................................................................................................. 82
7.5.10 Audio Use............................................................................................................ 83
7.5.11 Image Channel Close.......................................................................................... 83

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7.6 Playback ......................................................................................................................... 83
7.6.1 Screen Division & Channel Change .................................................................... 84
7.6.2 Image Recording................................................................................................. 84
7.6.3 Print..................................................................................................................... 84
7.6.4 Move to Web Monitor .......................................................................................... 84
7.6.5 Channel On/Off ................................................................................................... 85
7.6.6 Recording Duration & Recording Size Check...................................................... 85
7.6.7 Calendar Search ................................................................................................. 85
7.6.8 Playback Toolbar................................................................................................. 85
Trouble Shooting.......................................................................... 87
Compatible HDD List.................................................................... 89
Compatible Media List.................................................................. 89
Specification ................................................................................. 89
Dimensions ................................................................................... 93

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Chapter 1. Safety Cautions
1.1 Explaining the Symbols
Warning
Refers to information users need to know in order to prevent serious injury or
death.
Before installation
9Verify the supplied voltage (AC100V~AC240V) before connecting to 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 by qualified personnel or system installer.
Opening the product cover may cause an electric shock.
9Do not plug multiple appliances into a single power outlet. Doing so may cause fire.
9Do not place dishes holding water or heavy objects on the product. Doing so may
cause a malfunction.
9Do not use in areas where inflammable substances such as propane gas or
gasoline or high amount of dust is present. 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 conductive materials do not enter the cooling ventilator opening.
9Do not apply excessive force when pulling on the power cord. Damaging the cord
may cause an electric shock or fire.
9Improper replacement of the built-in battery by other types of batteries may cause
explosion. The batter must be replaced by the same battery type. Also, expired
batteries may cause pollution and must be disposed of with care.
9Do not place the battery in fire or in extreme heat. Also, do not dissect or
disassemble the battery.
9Recharge the batteries for the remote controller.
Dismantling and cleaning

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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, paint 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
9For adequate ventilation, install the product with at least 15cm of space between the
cooler and the wall surface.
9To prevent falling, install the product on a flat area . Dropping the product may
cause an injury or a malfunction.
9Avoid areas exposed to direct exposure to sun light or excessive heat since they
may cause deformation or a malfunction.
9If a camera is installed while the DVR is being recorded, image in another channel
may be disrupted. Starting the storage after the camera has been installed is
recommended.
During use
9Make sure the product is not exposed to concussions or shaking during usage or
movement.
9Do not move, throw or expose to excessive physical concussion during usage.
9Installing additional unapproved hard disk drives may result in abnormal operation.
Inquire at the agency of purchase before installing additional hard disk drives.
9Product warranty will not cover malfunctions due to additional installation of
unapproved hard disk drives.
9This product is a supplementary rather than primary means for preventing fire and
theft. Our company is not responsible for accidents or damage that may occur.
Samsung Techwin cares for the environment at all product
manufacturing stages to preserve the environment, and is taking a
number of steps to provide customers with more environment-
friendly products. The Eco mark represents Samsung Techwin s will
to create environment-friendly products, and indicates that the
product satisfies the EU RoHS Directive.
Caution
Provides information users need to know in order to prevent minor
injury or product damage.

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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.
Correct Disposal of Batteries in this Product
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with
separate battery return systems.)
This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this
product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their
working life. Where marked, the chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that the
battery contains mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC
Directive 2006/66. If batteries are not properly disposed of, these substances can cause harm to
human health or the environment. To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse,
please separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through your local, free battery
return system. The rechargeable battery incorporated in this product is not user replaceable.
For information on its replacement, please contact your service provider.
FCC Compliance Statement
NOTE: 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 cause the user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense.

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Chapter 2. Summary
2.1 Features
Monitoring Screen
The monitoring screen supports vivid, high-definition live visual feed from each channel and
provides multiple screens.
Real-time MPEG-4 visual output (480 frames)
Multiple split-screen monitoring modes
SVR-3200/1680/1660/1645: Single, 4, 9, 10, 16
SVR-960/945: Single, 4, 9
Automatic Screen Switching (AUTO)
Supports various monitor output modes
SVR-3200 : 4 Composite , 2 VGA
SVR-3200/1680 : 4 Composite, 1 VA
SVR-1660/1645/960/945 : 2 Composite, 1 VGA
Pan/Tilt, Digital Zoom, PIP (Picture-In-Picture)
The PIP function will be available with a firmware upgrade in the future.
This unit is a digital video recording and playback device to record image and video input
from 32/16/9 channels to its built-in hard disk. The buttons on the front of the unit as well
as the mouse and GUI allow easy setup and operation.
The Samsung SVR series of digital video recorders (DVRs) provide additional safety and
security to banks, apartment buildings and complexes, government offices as well as
other public, private and commercial facilities. Recorded high-quality video and images
are stored on hard disk for later retrieval or playback. Real time functionality delivers
users with the ability to simultaneously record multiple channels, playback video, and
copy video. A few of the more advanced user-conveniences include motion detection,
Pan/Tilt/Zoom controls (PTZ), password protection, real time audio recording, event lists,
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Audio Recording
This feature supports real-time audio input and recording.
Simultaneous recording of 16/9 channels audio input in real time
SVR-3200/1680/1600/1645 : Input - 16 channels (4 RCAin rear, 12 D-SUB)
Output - 1 in rear
SVR-960/945 : 9 channels (4 RCA in rear, 5 D-SUB), Output - 1 in rear
Supports simultaneous recording and playback
Video Recording
The product is capable of storing visual image data as high resolution MPEG-4 files with up
to 480 frames per second, as well as pre-emptively initiating recording sequence up to five
seconds prior to an event. Also, the COVERT feature (concealment of visual data) is
implemented to protect the user's privacy.
High quality real-time MPEG-4 recording
Three screen resolution levels for improved control over data size
Multi-recording function for manual and schedule events
Simultaneous recording/playback/backup/networking operation capacity
Easily accessible options for channel-specific resolution and motion detection
ranges
Per-second frame rates (up to 30 frames per channel) are user customizable
SVR-3200 : Half D1 (704x240) 960fps
SVR-1680 : D1 (704x480) 480fps
SVR-1660/1645 : CIF (352x240) 480fps
SVR-960/945 : CIF (352x240) 270fps
Manual and schedule recording function

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Video loss detection function
Event (Sensor, D-I/O, Video loss, Motion detection, Text) log
Each channels can support pre-emptive recording sequences up to 5 seconds
prior to an actual event
Search/Playback
Various search and playback options are offered for the user’s convenience.
Playback by time, date and channel
Mouse interface increases data searchability
Forward/backward search functions in pause
Playback by event (Sensor, Video loss, Motion detection and Text) log
Remote controller and Jog/Shuttle function further improve searching
(The SVR-960/945 models do not support Jog/Shuttle.).
Full-frame playback (available in SVR-3200/1680/1660 only)
Data Storage
A hard disk is included in the product for the purpose of data storage. If the user desires, the
recorded data can be stored to DVD-R, CD-R or USB.
A built-in hard disk has been provided as a basic supply item
Multiple portable data storage media are supported: DVD-R, CD-R and USB
※Refer to the appendix on the back of the manual regarding the type of
compatible media.
Hard disk expansion device(External recording device) : SVS-5E (Option as
exclusive device) External hard disk expansion is supported with SVS-5E
(Available for purchase)
Networking
The product supports LAN, xDSL and such networking capabilities. Combined with the PC
interface client, the core features of the device can be easily controlled from a distance.

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E-mails can be sent via TCP/IP or DHCP upon an event trigger
Remote live visual feed (Single or 4 Partition)
PC playback, storage, search and DVR control functions via Network Viewer
Remote recording, search and playback scheduling functions
Support 10/100Mbps Ethernet/xDSL
Multiple DVR connection
Others
User-friendly GUI and mouse interface
Simplified firmware upgrades with USB
Visual data recording and backup to USB
Supports PTZ control (SPEED DOME) and PRESET function
Multilingual support : Korean, English, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, etc.
Single remote controller to control 16 DVRs
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3.1 Front part
No. Classification Function
1 DVD-Multi for copying
For copying recorded video and images to DVD/CD
optical media. (Exception: The SVR-945 uses an
external copy device.)
2 Channel LED Shows the data input and event operation status
3 JOG/SHUTTLE
Jog can adjust setting values, control the STEP
function, navigate through the menu, and adjust the
playback speed and direction. Shuttle controls PTZ.
(The SVR-960/945 does not support Jog/Shuttle.)
REC lamp Lit when recording.
HDD lamp Lit when HDD is working.
NETWORK lamp Lit when network is connected.
EVENT lamp Lit when an event is detected.
COPY lamp Indicates copying operation.
4
PLAY lamp Lit when copying..
5 Power button Turns on or off the device.
6 REC button Starts or stops manual recording
7 Channel button Selects channel in live feed or playback
8 MULTI Changes split-screen sections for live video feeds or
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9 AUTO Starts or stops user defined sequences.
10 PTZ Starts or ends PTZ function.
11 MONITOR SVR-3200/1680 : Cycles through from Monitor 1 to 4.
SVR-1660/1645/960/945 : Switches from main and sub
monitor
12 MENU Navigates into the Menu.
13 SEARCH Starts Search mode.
14 COPY Starts Copy mode.
15 FUNC Starts Function mode.
16 ESC button The Escape button navigates up the menu tree and
closes dialog windows.
17 PLAY/ENTER Start playback or select an item on the menu.
18 ◀/REW Navigates or selects in the menu, or for playback,
changes the reverse playback speed.
19 ▶/FFW Navigates or selects in the menu, or for playback,
changes the forward playback speed.
20 ▲/PAUSE Navigates or selects in the menu, or for playback,
pauses live or recorded video.
21 ▼/STOP Navigates or selects in the menu, or for playback, stops
playback.
22 USB1, USB2 USB ports for external devices (mouse, USB memory
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3.2 Rear Part
No. Input/Output terminal
name
Function
1 POWER IN Socket for AC 100V ~ AC 240V power cord.
2 CH1 ~ 32 (16/9) Connection terminal for camera BNC input.
SVR-3200: 32 ea., SVR-960/945: 9 ea.
3 LOOP OUT Connection terminal for camera BNC output (loop).
4 MONITOR 1 ~ 4 Connection terminal for monitor BNC output.
SVR-1660/1645/960/945: 1 ~ 2 ea.
5 AUDIO IN(RCA) RCA audio jack for RCA input.
6 AUDIO OUT Audio jack for speaker output.
7 GROUND Ground terminal between DVR and external device.
8 ETHERNET Ethernet port for network connections (RJ-45).
9 STORAGE External storage connection port (Function not supported in
the current version). Only available in the SVR-
3200/1680/1660 models.
10 eSATA Connection terminal for external eSATA HDD or HDD for
backups.
11 VGA OUTPUT Output port for PC monitor.
12 Serial Port (Terminal Block)
RS-232C/485/422
Connection terminal for expanded controller, speed dome
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No. Input/Output terminal
name
Function
13 Serial Port (Terminal Block) RS-232C D-SUB connector.
14 RELAY OUT Connection terminal for relay output.
15 SENSOR IN Connection terminal for sensor input.
16 AUDIO IN(D-SUB) Connection terminal for audio output D-SUB.
17 D-I/O Connection terminal for DIGITAL IN/OUT.
Refer to detailed description for installation & use from “Install Manual”.
3.3 OSD MENU structure
The menu structure is as shown below. For detailed instructions for configuration, please refer to
Chapter 4, 5 and 6.

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3.4 Function Menu
The function menu allows the users to access any and all functions and operations of the product with the
mouse. To execute a particular function, left-click the icon. Also, all functions listed in the function menu
can be executed in full-screen mode. The function menu structure is as shown below.
3.5 Factory setting
To restore factory setting, go to System -> System -> Restore Factory Setting. A pop-up window saying
"Warning : The system will be reset. Continue with restoring factory default?" will appear. Select "Yes" and
press Enter to restore factory default.
Factory Default
Quick Setup
Schedule
Recording
No Rec.
Speed 1 fps
Quality Q1

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Resolution CIF
UTC 00:00 Dublin
Off
MM/DD/YYYY
Time
Current Time
Language English
Screen Setup
Channel Number Ch 1
Title Cam 1
Activity On
Color Color
AGC Enabled
Brightness 0
Contrast 0
PTZ PTZ Home Off
PTZ Idle Time 5
PTZ Port None
Screen
Address 0
Monitor Number Main Monitor (Monitor 1)
Switch to Event
Screen
Off
Covert Channel All Uncheck
User Sequence All Not Set
SEQ. Dwell Time 5 sec.
Multi Mode 4E Ch 1,3,5,7
VGA Mode 800x600@56Hz
Monitor
Info Level Uncheck remote controller ID
Record Setup
Audio Channel Ch 1
Recording Off
Gain 0
Sync Video
Channel
Ch 1
Audio Mix Mix On
Record
Record No Video Off
Manual Channel Number All