Secube AT-A1600 User manual

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AT Series
AT-A1600, ST-A1600, ST-A800, ST-A400, ST-S800, ST-S400
Digital Video Recorder
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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 ENERGEY 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.
CAUTION: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. The information
contained herein is subject to change without notice. Revisions or new editions to this publication may be
issued to incorporate such changes.
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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. 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. Wall or shelf mounting should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting kit
approved by the manufacturer.
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 TNT 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.
19. Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature
If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating
ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room
ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the
equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s
maximum rated ambient temperature (Tmra).
20. Reduced Air Flow
Installation of the equipment in the rack should be such that the amount
of airflow required for safe operation of the equipment is not
compromised.
21. Mechanical Loading
Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous
condition is not caused by uneven mechanical loading.
22. Circuit Overloading
Consideration should be given to connection of the equipment to
supply circuit and the effect that overloading of circuits might have on
over current protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration
of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this
concern.
23. Reliable Earthing (Grounding)
Reliable grounding of rack mounted equipment should be maintained.
Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than
direct conections to the branch circuit (e.g., use of power strips).
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction ………………...…………………..……...………………….7
Features ….…………………………………………………………………………………..7
Technical Overview …….……………………….…………………………………………8
Chapter 2 - Digital Video Recorder Layout …...….….….………………………9
Front Panel Layout …………………………………..…………………………………….9
Front LED Display…………………………………………………………………………. 12
Rear Panel Layout…………………………………………………………………………. 14
IR Remote Controller ……….…………………………………………………………….. 17
Chapter 3 - Installation…………………………………...……………………………. 18
Connecting the Video Source ………………....………...………………..……………..19
Connecting the Loop Through Video ………………...…………….…………………..19
Connecting the Monitor …………………………………………..……………………….19
Connecting Audio ………………………………………..…...….………………………...20
Connecting Alarms …………………………………...…..…….………………………….20
Connecting to the RS485 …………………………...……...……………………………..21
Connecting to the Network Port ………………………….……………………………...22
Connecting to the RS232 Port ……………….…...……….….………………………….22
Connecting to the USB Port ………………..…...……………….……………………….22
Connecting to the PTZ Camera Unit ……………...……...…….……………………….23
Chapter 4 - Quick Guide………………………………………………………..………24
How to Install ……………………….………………………………….…………………..24
Common User Interface…………….……………………………………………………..24
Monitoring …………………………….…………………………………….……………...26
How to Record………………………….……………………..……………..……………..26
How to Playback ……………………….………………………………………………….26
How to setup Networking……………….……….……………..…………..……………..26
Chapter 5 - Operation ……………………………...……………………………...…..27
Log-in to DVR…...……………………………………...……………..…………………….27
Log-out DVR…..……………………………………….……..……….…………………….28
Live Monitoring……………………………………….…………………………………….29
LIVE CAMEO MENU...……………………………………………………………………...33
PTZ Control………………………………….………….……………..…………………….34
Recording Video & Audio…………………………….………..………………………….36
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Searching Video………………………………………….…………..…………………….37
Playing Video………………………..………………….……………………….………….42
Copying Video Clip…………………..……………………….…………..……………….48
Backup Video Data………………….…………….……………………………………….49
Checking DVR Status…………………….……………………………………………….51
Chapter 6 — Advanced Settings…………….….…………………………………..52
System Setting ……………….…………………….………………………………………51
General Setup …………………..…..……………..………………………………………54
Alarm Setup ……………………..……….……….……………………………………….56
System Manager….……………..…………………………………………………….57
Password Setup …………………..………………………………………………….……61
Configuration ………………………..……………………………………………………..62
Shutdown ………..……………………………….…………………………………………64
Camera Setting…………………………………..………………………………………….65
Setup …………………...………………….……………………………………………….65
Adjustment ………………….……………………………………………………………...66
PTZ Setup ……………………….…………………………………………………………67
Spot Setup ……………………………….……………………………………………….. 68
Sequence ………………………………………….……………………………………….69
Monitor Setup ……………………………………………………………………………..70
Private Zone…..…………………………………………………………………………….71
Recording Setting …………………………………….……………………………...…...72
Schedule Setup ……………………………………………………………………………73
Time Record Setup ………………………………………………………………………..74
Event Setup ………………………………………………………………………………..75
Audio Record Setup …………………………………………………………………...….80
Quick Setup …………………………………………………………………………………81
Menual Record setup………………………………………………………………………82
Network Setting …………………………………………...………………………………83
Ethernet Setup …………………………………………………………………………….84
Serial Setup ………………………………………………………………………………..85
DDNS Setup ……………………………………………………………………………….87
Client Setup ………………………………………………………………………………..88
Email Setup ………………………………………………………………………………..90
Email Server Setup ……………………………………………………………………...…91
System Information ………………………………………………….……………………92
System Log ………………………………………………………………………………...93
Status ……………………………………………………………………………………….93
Version ……………………………………………………………………………………..95
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Appendix A - Reviewing Backup (Clip) Images ……………………………………....…... 96
Appendix B – How to use the Virtual Keyboard ……………………………………………97
Appendix C – Using Hot Keys ………………………………………………………………..98
Appendix D – Troubleshooting ……………………………………………………………… 99
Appendix E – Specifications ……………………………………………………………… 100
Appendix F – DVR FAQ………………………………………………..…………………… 106
Appendix G – PSTN Modem Setting………………………………....…………………… 108
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Chapter 1 — Introduction
1.1 Features
Your color digital video recorder (DVR) provides recording capabilities for four, eight or 16 camera inputs.
It provides exceptional picture quality in both live and playback modes, and offers the following features:
• 16 Composite Input Connectors
• Compatible with Color (NTSC or PAL) and B&W (CCIR and EIA-170) Video Sources
• Multiple Search Engines (Date/Time, Calendar, Event)
• Records up to 480 NTSC Frames per Second (400 PAL Frames per Second)
• “Loop-Through” Video Connectors
• Continuous Recording in Disk Overwrite Mode
• Continuous Recording while Archiving, Transmitting to Remote Site and during Playback
• User-friendly Graphical User Interface (GUI) Menu System
• Various Recording Modes ( Manual / Schedule / Event)
• Audio Recording and Playback
• Alarm Connections Include: Input, Output.
• Built-in Alarm Buzzer
• Live or Recorded Video Access via Ethernet or Modem
Figure – Typical DVR installation.
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1.2 Technical Overview
Your DVR can replace both a time-lapse VCR and a multiplexer in a security installation. However, it has
many features that make it much more powerful and easier to use than even the most advanced VCR.
The DVR converts analog NTSC or PAL video to digital images and records them on a hard disk drive.
Using a hard disk drive allows you to access recorded video almost instantaneously; there is no need to
rewind tape. The technology also allows you to view recorded video while the DVR continues recording
video.
Digitally recorded video has several advantages over analog video recorded on tape. There is no need to
adjust tracking. You can freeze frames, fast forward, fast reverse, slow forward and slow reverse without
image streaking or tearing. Digital video can be indexed by time or events, and you can instantly view
video after selecting the time or Event.
Your DVR can be set up for event or time-lapse recording. You can define times to record and the
schedule can be changed for day, night, weekend and user defined holidays.
The DVR can be set up to alert you when the hard disk drive is full, or it can be set up to record over the
oldest video once the disk is full.
Your DVR uses a proprietary encryption scheme making it nearly impossible to alter video.
You can view video and control your DVR remotely by connecting via modem or Ethernet. There are two
USB ports that can be used to back up the video clip file to external hard disk drives(or memory sticks)
and/or can be connected to the USB mouse.
NOTE: This manual covers the 4-, 8- 16-channel digital video recorders. The DVRs are identical
except for the number of cameras and alarms that can be connected and the number of cameras
that can be displayed. For simplicity, the illustrations and descriptions in this manual refer to the
16-camera model.
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Chapter 2 — Digital Video Recorder Layout
NOTE: Your DVR should be completely installed before proceeding. Refer to Chapter 3 —
Installation.
2.1 Front Panel Layout(AT-A1600, ST-A1600, ST-A800/A400)
Figure — DVR front panel. (Others are similar.)
USB Ports
DVD-RW
NUMERIC
KEYPAD
Arrow
Buttons
FAST REWIND/PTZ
FAST FORWARD/PLAY
Display / REC / Menu / ESC
Power
Fan
HDD
Record
Network
LED
Rotate / Backup / Search / Pause
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2.2 Front Panel Layout(ST-S800, ST-S400)
Figure — DVR front panel. (Others are similar.)
NUMERIC
KEYPAD
Arrow
Buttons
FAST REWIND/PTZ
FAST FORWARD/PLAY
Display / REC / Menu / ESC
USB Ports
ROTATE/ BACKUP / SEARCH / PAUSE
DISPLAY/ZOOM /FOCUS / IRIS
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LED
Record
Network
LED
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The front panel looks and operates much like a VCR combined with a multiplexer. Many of the buttons have
multiple functions. The following describes each button and control. Take a few minutes to review the
descriptions. You will use these to initially set up your DVR and for daily operations.
DISPLAY Button
Pressing the DISPLAY button toggles between different display formats.
REC Button
When pressing the REC button in the live mode, your DVR will start manual recording and you will be
asked to confirm the instant recording.
MENU Button
Pressing the MENU button enters into the Setup screen. You will need to enter the administrator password
to access the Setup. Pressing the button also closes the current menu or setup dialog box.
ESC Button
Pressing the ESC button exits the menu screens or moves to the upper menu.
ROTATE Button (Preset)
When in the live mode, pressing the ROTATE button displays another screen whenever you press this
button manually. Also, this button is used to control presets in the PTZ mode.
BACKUP Button (Zoom)
Pressing the BACKUP button displays the Backup menu. Pressing this button again will exit the Backup
menu. This button is also used for the Cut & Save hot key. Refer to the Appendix C. Also, this button is
used to control zoom in the PTZ mode.
SEARCH Button (Focus)
Pressing the SEARCH button displays the Search menu. Pressing this button again will exit the Search
menu. This operation is user password protected. Also, this button is used to control focus in the PTZ mode.
PAUSE Button (Iris)
Pressing the PAUSE button in the playback mode will pause the video. Pressing this button again will exit
from the Pause mode. Also, this button is used to control iris in the PTZ mode.
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UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT Arrow Buttons
These buttons are used to navigate through menus and GUI. They are also used to control Pan and Tilt
when in the PTZ mode. The arrow buttons can be used to move the position of the active cameo screen.
These buttons also have the following functions.
▲Button: Panorama playback in the Playback mode and tilting the camera up in the PTZ mode.
▼Button: Smart playback in the Playback mode and tilting the camera down in the PTZ mode.
◀Button: Backward playback at regular speed in the Playback mode and Backward playback frame by
frame when pressing this button in the PAUSE mode. Pan the camera left in the PTZ mode.
▶Button: Forward playback at regular speed in the playback mode and Forward playback frame by frame
when pressing this button in the PAUSE mode. Pan the camera right in the PTZ mode.
ENTER Button
The Enter button selects a highlighted item or completes an entry that you have made.
REWIND (PTZ) Button
Pressing the RW button plays video backward at high speed. Pressing the button again toggles the
playback speed from ◀◀, ◀◀◀, ◀◀◀◀ and ◀◀◀◀◀ and the screen displays ◀◀, ◀◀◀,
◀◀◀◀ and ◀◀◀◀◀ respectively. Used for zooming out in the PTZ mode. Pressing this button in the
Pause mode plays video backward at slow speed. Pressing the button again toggles the playback speed
from 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 and 1/16. When pressing this button, you can enter into the PTZ mode.
FAST FORWARD (Play) Button
Pressing the FF button plays video forward at high speed. Pressing the button again toggles the playback
speed from ▶▶, ▶▶▶, ▶▶▶▶ and ▶▶▶▶▶ and the screen displays ▶▶, ▶▶▶, ▶▶▶▶ and
▶▶▶▶▶ respectively. Used for zooming in in the PTZ mode. Pressing this button in the Pause mode
plays video forward at slow speed. Pressing the button again toggles the playback speed from 1/2, 1/4, 1/8
and 1/16. When pressing this button, your DVR will play back the latest recording data.
NUMBER Buttons (0 ~ 9, +10)
Pressing the individual camera buttons will cause the selected camera to display full screen. They are also
used to enter passwords. Use the +10 button to select bigger numbers than 10. (For example, +10 + 6 =
16).
LOG OUT Button
Pressing the LOG OUT button exits the menu screen and you have to enter the password again to enter to
the Setup menu.
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Front LED Display
(AT-A1600/ST-A1600/ST-A800/ST-A400)
POWER LED:
The POWER LED lights when the DVR is turned on.
FAN LED:
The FAN LED lights when the fan is working.
HDD LED:
The HDD LED lights when the HDD is being used.
REC LED:
The REC LED lights when the DVR is recording.
NET LED:
The NET LED lights when the DVR is connected to Network.
Front LED Display(ST-S800/ST-S400)
POWER /FAN LED:
The POWER LED lights when the DVR is turned on and lights when the fan is working.
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2.2.1 AT-A1600/ST-A1600 Rear Panel Layout
Figure – AT-A1600/ST-A1600 DVR rear panel.
CAMERA INPUT (1~16)
LOOP OUT (1~16)
MONITOR OUTPUT (MAIN / SPOTS)
AC POWER INPUT RJ45 ETHERNET PORTRS232
VGA MONITOR OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
AUDIO
IN/OUT
RS485
ALARM OUT ALARM IN
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2.2.2 ST-A800/ST-A400 Rear Panel Layout
Figure – ST-A800 DVR rear panel.
CAMERA INPUT (1~8)
LOOP OUT (1~8)
MONITOR OUTPUT (MAIN / SPOTS)
AC POWER INPUT RJ45 ETHERNET PORT
RS232
VGA MONITOR OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
AUDIO
IN/OUT
RS485
ALARM OUT
ALARM IN
NOT AVAILABLE FOR ST-A400
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2.2.3 ST-S800/ST-S400 Rear Panel Layout
Figure – ST-S800 DVR rear panel.
CAMERA INPUT (1~8)
MONITOR OUTPUT (MAIN / SPOTS)
DC POWER INPUT
RJ45
ETHERNET
PORT
RS232
VGA MONITOR OUT
AUDIO
IN(M1)/OUT
RS485 ALARM OUT ALARM IN5-8 for
ST-S800
NOT AVAILABLE FOR ST-S400
AUDIO IN(M2~M4)
USB
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2.3 IR Remote Controller
Number
Lock (Log out)
Fast Rewind /
PTZ Fast Forward / Play
▲Arrow /
Panorama
Menu
Search
Backup
Rotate
Pause
Display
Escape
Figure – IR Remote Controller.
ID REC
◀Arrow ▼Arrow / Smart
Zoom
Focus
Iris
Preset
Enter
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Figure — SATA CONNECTOR.
Open the TOP COVER of the DVR and install HDDs.
Up to 4 HDDs can be installed and they must be formatted after install.
(Execute MENU->HDD SETUP->HDD INSTALL. See CHAPTER 6 HDD SETUP)
In case of SATA 2.0 HDDs, set to 3Gb/s Operation.
If not, the system may become very slow.
When installing a DVD(CD)-RW, connect it to SATA CONNECTOR ①.
If it is connected to ②, ③or ④, it will not function.
Caution :
When installing HDDs, disconnect the DVR's power. There is a risk of electric shock.
After connecting the SATA DATA cable, be careful not to break the main board's SATA
connector
Make sure SATA DATA cables and SATA POWER HARNESS does not get caught in the
MOTOR FAN.
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3.1 Connecting the Video Source
Figure — Video input connectors.
Connect the coaxial cables from the video sources to the BNC Video In connectors.
3.2 Connecting the Loop Through Video
Figure — Video Loop Through connectors.
If you would like to connect your video source to another device, you can use the Loop BNC connectors.
NOTE: The Loop BNC connectors are auto terminated. Do NOT connect a cable to the Loop BNC
unless it is connected to another terminated device because it will cause poor quality video.
3.3 Connecting the Monitor
Figure — Video Out connectors.
Connect the monitor to either Main or VGA connector.
Connect the spot monitor to the SPOT connector if required.
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3.4 Connecting Audio
NOTE: It is the user’s responsibility to determine if local laws and regulations permit recording audio.
Figure — 4Chanel Audio In and Out connectors. Figure — 16Chanel Audio connectors.(option)
AUDIO IN is basically supports 4 channels. 16 channels support is an option.
Your DVR can record audio. Connect the audio source to Audio In. Connect Audio Out to your amplifier.
NOTE: The DVR does not have amplified audio output, so you will need a speaker with an
amplifier. The audio input can be from an amplified source or directly from a microphone.
3.5 Connecting Alarms
Figure — Alarm Input connector strips.
NOTE: To make connections on the Alarm Connector Strip, press and hold the button and
insert the wire in the hole above 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 below the wire and pull out the wire.
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.
See Chapter 6 — Advanced Settings – Alarm Setup.
Speaker
(Audio Out)
MIC
(Audio In)
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(Audio Out)
MIC (Audio In)