Speco DVR-4TN Series User manual

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DVR-4TN
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Caution and Preventive Tips
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Take
care
not
to
drop
the
unit
or
subject
the
unit
to
major
shocks
or
jolts.
e
Do
not
place
this
unit
on
an
unstable
stand,
bracket
or
mount.
e
This
unit
is
designed
for
indoor
use
only.
Do
not
place
the
unit
near
water
or
in
other
extremely
humid
conditions.
e
This
unit
should
not
be
placed
in
a
built-in
Installation
unless
proper
ventilation
is
provided.
+
Please
check
the
type
of
power
source
available
before
you
plug
and
operate
the
unit.
«If
the
clearing
is
necessary,
note
to
plug
the
unit
from
the
outlet
before
uncovering
the
top
cover.
Do
not
use
liquid
cleaners
or
aerosol
cleaners.
Use
only
a
damp
cloth
for
cleaning.
e
Always
power
down
the
system
prior
to
connecting
and
disconnecting
accessories,
with
the
exception
of
USB
devices.
e
Lithium
battery:
Danger
of
explosion
If
battery
is
incorrectly
replaced.
Replace
with
the
same
type
of
battery
or
equivalent
type
recommended
by
the
battery
manufacturer.
Dispose
of
used
batteries
according
to
the
battery
manufacturer's
instructions.
CAUTION.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DG NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSIONNEL.
This
symbol
intends
to
alert
the
user
to
the
presence
of
important
operating
and
maintenance
(servicing)
instructions
in
the
literature
accompanying
the
appliance.
This
symbol
intends
to
alert
the
user
to
the
presence
of
unprotected
"Dangerous
Voltage"
within
the
product's
enclosure
that
may
be
strong
enough
to
cause
a
risk
of
electric
shock.
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Important Information
Before proceeding, please read and observe all instructions and warnings in this manual.
Retain this manual with the original bill of sale for future reference and, If necessary, warranty
service. When unpacking your unit, check for missing or damaged items. If any item Is missing, or if
damage is evident, DO NOT INSTALL OR OPERATE THIS PRODUCT. Contact your dealer for
assistance.
Rack Mounting
Consult with the supplier or manufacturer of your equipment rack for the proper procedure and
hardware for mounting this product in a safe fashion. Avoid uneven loading or mechanical instabllity
when rack-mounting units. Make sure the units are installed to get enough airflow for safe operation.
The maximum temperature for rack-mounted units is 104 °F/40 °C. Check product label for power
supply requirements to assure that no overloading of supply circuits or over current protection
occurs. Main grounding must be reliable and uncompromised by any connections.
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1. Overview
1.4
1.2
2. System Setup.
2.1
2.2
2.3
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3. General System Setup .......
Table of Contents
Product Key Features
Product Application Diagram..
Position the Uni
Selecting Video Format.........
Connecting Devices to the Unit.
Rear Pane! Connections
3.1 Front Panel Introduction
3.4.4 LED Definition...
3.1.2 Functional Keys
3.2 Install HDD to the Unit...
3.8 Power Up / Down the Unit ...
3.4 Entering OSD Setup Menu ..
3.5 System Date / Time Setting .
3.5.1 Set Date / Time....
3.5.2 Daylight Saving Time
3.8 Record Schedule / Quality Setting ..
3.6.1 Record Mode...
3.6.2 Schedule Setup..
Day/ Night Time Start .
Day / Night Time End .
Weekend Schedule
Weekend Start/ End...
3.6.3
Preset
Record
Configuration
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3.604
Per
Camera
Configuration....
30
3.6.5
To
Record
Event
Video
Only
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4.
Basic
Operation.....................-....--
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4.1 Viewing Live / Playback Video
4.1.1 Viewing Modes
4.1.2 Digital Zoom ....
4.1.3 Viewing Live Cameras...
To Freeze Live Image...
4.4.4 Viewing Recorded Video ..
Key Usage in Playback ....
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4.5
4.6
5. Advanced System Configuration .
Pause Playback and Single Step Forward ...
Viewing Live Image in Playback Mode
4.1.5 Dual Main Output (For DVR-16TT Only)
Sequence Setup ... T
4.2.1 Sedino a on » Main Monitor
4.2.2 Call Monitor Control
Searching Recorded Video
4.3.1 Searching by Time...
4.3.2 Searching by Event.
Video Export...
4.4.1 Export om ‘OSD ‘Setup M Men
4.4.1.1 Select the External Device.
44.1.2 Select Video for Exporting
4.4.1.3 Digital Signature.
44.1.4 Erase Disc
4.4.2 Quick Video Export through Front Panel
4.4.2.1 ezBurn Introduction .....
4.4.2.2 To Export Normal Video
4.4.2.3 To Export Event Video...
Deleting Recorded Video
Dome Control.................
4.8.1 Dome Connection...
4.6.2 Dome Protocol Setup.
4.6.3 RS485 Setup...........
4.6.4 Dome Controlling Key
4.6.5 Setting Preset Points..
4.6.6 Calling Preset Points ..
Key Usage in OSD Menu......
Key Usage in Virtual Keyboard
5.1. System Setup ...
5.1.1 Version.
5.1.1.1 Model Name & Version
5.1.1.2 Software Upgrade via Local Device
5.1.1.3 Software Upgrade via Internet
5.1.2 Language
5.1.3 Date/Time
5.1.3.1 Date / Time Setting
5.1.3.2 Date / Time Display.. ui
5.1.3.3 Date Display Mode..................... ees esent
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5.1.5
5.1.6
5.1.3.4
Time
Display
Mode
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5.1.3.5
Date/Time
Order
..
5.1.3.6
Daylight
Saving
Time
5.1.3.7.
DST
Start
/
End
5.1.3.8
DST
Bias.
Unit
Name
Password...
5.1.5.1
Admin
/
User
Password(s)
5.1.5.2
Enable
Password
5.1.5.3
Load
Factory
Password
.
Network
Setup..
5.1.6.1
LAN
Select.
E
- Netmask..
- Gateway.
- PPPoE Max ldle..
- Router Setting
- . Connect At Booting .
- Network Restart
5.1.6.3 Diakin Setup .
- Diakin Servic
- Dial-in Account...
- Dial-in Password .
- ial-in Idle Time
- Dialin Max Time.
5.1.6.4 Dial-out Setup
- Dial-out Netmask
- Dial-out Gateway
- Dial-out DNS
- Phone Number
- Dial-out Account...
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- Dial-out Password
- Dial-out Idle Time.
- Dial-out Max Time
- . Connect
5.1.6.5 Trigger Port...
5.1.6.6 Email Address
5.1.6.7 SMTP Setup
- Emailvia SMTP
- SMTP Server
- SMTP Port ....
- . SMTP Account i
- SMTP Password... 74
5.1.6.8 DDNS Setup .. 75
- Enable DDNS 75
- HostName. 75
- DDNSPort. 76
- Submit/Update .. 76
- ezDDNS. Ti
5.1.7 RS485 Setup.... TT
5.1.7.1 Unit ID. eT
5.1.7.2 Baud Rate.. TU
5.1.7.3 Bits..
5.1.7.4 Stop.
5.1.7.5 Parity...
5.1.8 Audio Output ....
5.1.9 Key Beep
5.2 Monitor Setup
5.2.1 Show Camera Title...
5.22 Title Position.........
5.23 Monitor Brightness ..
5.24 Monitor Contrast
$5.25 Monitor Chrominance.
5.26 Screen Center Adjust .
5.2.7 Show Color Bar...
5.2.8 VGAResolution...
5.3 Camera Setup............
5.8.1 Camera Select..
5.3.2 Dome Protocol..
5.3.3 Dome ID
5.3.4 Camera Title.
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5.6
5.3.5
5.3.6
5.3.7
5.3.8
5.3.9
5.3.10
5.3.11
Record Setup
5.4.1
542
54.3
5.44
54.5
5.4.6
5.4.7
5.4.8
5.4.9
5.4.10
Sequence Setup ..
Termination.
Brightness
Audio Association .
Record Mode.
Schedule Setup
5.4.2.1 Day / Night Time Start / En
5.4.2.2 Weekend Schedule
5.4.2.3 Weekend Start / End...
Preset Record Configuration ....
Per Camera Configuration.
5.44.1 Camera Select.
5.4.4.2 Normal PPS
5.4.4.3 Normal Qlty.......
5.4.4.4. Event Max PPS
5.4.4.5 Event Alty.
5.4.4.6 Event Active
ezRecord Setup
Data Lifetime
Pre-Alarm Recordin,
Circular Recording
Audio Recording..
Purge Data
5.4.10.1 Purge All Data
5.4.10.2 Purge All Event Da
5.4.10.3 Purge Event Before
5.4.10.4 Start to Purge
Main / Call Monitor Dwell...
5.5.1
5.5.2 Main/ Call Monitor Schedule.
Event Setup
5.6.1 Internal Buzzer
5.6.2 Event Icon
5.6.3 Email Notice
5.6.4 Event Full Screen
5.6.5
Event
Duration..........
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5.6.6 Per Channel Goniec niac DA
5.6.6.1 Channel Select.
5,6.6.2 Video Loss Detect
5.6.6.3 Motion Detect...
5.6.6.4 Detection Config .
- Detected Area Setup
- Sensitivity...
- Area Threshold
- Detected Area Percentage
5.6.6.5 Alarm In..
5.6.6.6 Alarm Out..
5.6.6.7 Digital Deterrent
5.7 Database Setup.................
5.7.1 Total/ Free Size of HDD
5.7.2 Awail. REC Time ..
5.7.3 Internal / External Disks
5.8 Configuration
5.8.4 Load Factory Defaul
5.8.2 Import Configuration...
5.8.3 Export Configuration.
5.8.3.1 Copy Destination.
5.8.3.2 Configuration Name
5.8.3.3 Begin Export
5.9 Video Export
5.9.1 Select Device
5.9.2 Select Channel
5.9.3 From/ To Time
5.9.4 Select Events ..
5.9.5 Data Type
5.9.6 Digital Signatun
5.9.7 Erase Disc
5.9.8 Begin Export.
5.10 Shutdown ...............
Appendix A: Technical Specifications
Appendix B: Record Configuration
Appendix C: Record Duration
Appendix D: Dial-up Connections via Modem .
Establishing Dial-in Connection
Establishing Dial-out Connection
Appendix E: Verifying Digital Signature
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Appendix F; Alarm VO Pin Definition ........................ eene nnne tenentem nnn nnne ttn 127
Appendix G: Hard Disk Installation
Appendix H: HDD PC Player Tool Introduction .
Using EXT2IFS on Your PC
Start Playing the *.drv file.
Appendix I: IR Remote.
Appendix J: ezRecord Diagram Sample
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1. Overview
The DVR-4TN/8TN/16TN/6TS/16TT series unit is an integrated digital video
recorder that combines the features of a time-lapse audio / video recorder, a
multiplexer, and a video server to create a single security CCTV solution.
Its outstanding triplex* operation enables users to view live or playback
recorded video, have remote access through network simultaneously while
recording other video, and to view previously recorded video instantly by
entering the time and date or selecting recorded video from the event list.
The total number of PPS (Pictures per Second) makes the main difference
among these models, shown 7 below table:
i» DVR-4TN/8TN/16TN | DVR-16TS
DVR-16TT
The DVR-4TN/8TN/AA6TN/16TSA6TT series includes SpecoRemote™, the
remote viewing and configuration software that are a Web-browser plug-in,
which allows the user to view live, or recorded video images, and enables
remote configuration. The remote software is stored in the
DVR-4TN/8TN/16TN/M6TS/16TT series unit and deployed over a LAN, WAN
or Internet connection to remote Windows-based computers. This simplifies
the installation and maintenance of the software components so all remote
users are kept up to date.
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1.1 Product Key Features
The DVR-4TN/STNM6TNMETSMETT series offers advanced features not
typically found in standard multiplexers; it integrates the full features of a DVR,
multiplexer and video server (by using the software SpecoRemote™). The
key features of the DVR-4TN/ISTNM6TNM6TSMETT series are listed as
follows.
« MPEG-4 high quality compression
a 16 channels for video input
e Triplex* operation enabling simultaneous viewing live or playback while
continuing to record
« SpecoRemote™ web-based software for remote monitoring and control
via LAN or Internet
a Embedded Linux operating system
* Real-time "live display" for each channel
« Recording frame rate up to 480 pps(NTSC)/ 400 pps(PAL)
a 2 Channels of audio recording/ playback
* 4USB2.0 ports for video clip export and/or backup
« Easy software upgrade via USB ThumbDrive®, CD/RW or Internet Remote
Application
« Upto 4 internal hard drives support up to 1TB capacity
e |EEE 1394 for external storage
e 2X Digital Zoom available in both live
e Automatic-camera detection (Plug & Play)
e Covert camera operation provides enhanced security and administrator
control
e Per camera configuration for camera settings, frame rate, picture bit rate,
alarms, motion detection.
e Programmable day/ night/ weekend scheduling
« Programmable main monitor call-monitor switching sequence
e Powerful alarm processor allows flexible alarm trigger and responses,
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including alarm, motion, and camera failure
e Dome control protocols: Speco, Pelco D, Pelco P, Fastrax 2 and AD422
e Two levels of password security
1.2 Product Application Diagram
Connect the unit with other devices as shown in the system diagram below to
complete a video surveillance solution. The figure also displays the
expandability and flexibility of this digital recording system.
System Configuration
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Suse umd Drive
High Speed Dome Fixed Camera NAS Device ByOTRW
2. System Setup
Priority notices and an introduction on system installation will be described in
this chapter. Please follow the instructions to operate the unit.
In order to prevent the unit from data loss and system damage that can be
caused by a sudden power fluctuation, use of an Uninterruptible Power
Supply (UPS) is highly recommended.
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Position the Unit
Position / mount the DVR-4TN/8TNA6TNA6TSAGTT series unit in an
appropriate, steady location and make sure the power is off before making
any connections. The area should avoid hindering or blocking the unit from
airflow. Enough airflow is needed to protect the unit from overheating.
The maximum allowable temperature of operating environment is
104°F/40°C.
The unit utilizes heat-conducting techniques to transfer internal heat to the
case, especially to the bottom side of the unit.
NOTE: Be sure not to remove the rubber feet, and always leave a
space for air ventilation on the unit’s bottom side.
Selecting Video Format
The DVR-4TN/ DVR-8TN/ DVR-16TN series unit is designed to operate under
either NTSC or PAL video formats. Please contact a qualified service person
to perform the installation procedure.
Connecting Devices to the Unit
This section lists some important notices that should be read before
making any connections to the DVR-ATN/8TN/16TN/16TS/16TT series unit.
NOTE: Connect short-term external devices, such as USB
ThumbDrive?, USB CD-RW, USB Hard Disk Drive, etc., only after the
unit is successfully powered up.
Connecting Required Devices
Before powering up, you should connect cameras and a main monitor to the
unit for basic operation. If needed, connect a call monitor for displaying full
screen video of all installed cameras in sequence.
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Connecting Short-term Device
If you plan to install any short-term external devices, such as USB CD-RW,
USB Hard Disk Drive, etc, to the DVR-4TN/8TN/16TN/16TS/16TT series and
want to use them as part of the unit system. Make sure those devices are
connected only after the DVR-4TN/8TN/A6TN/A6TSA6TT is powered up.
The DVR-ATN/8TNAGTN/16TS/16TT series unit can only recognize the
external devices after the power-up process is completed.
2.4 Rear Panel Connections
There are several connectors on the rear panel of the
DVR-TN/8TNHAGTNAGTS/ASGTT series units available for installations. The
following figure shows the connectors by name and a detailed description of
each connector follows.
There is one difference between the rear panels of different models;
DVR-4TN/8TNA6TN has an IEEE 1394 connector and DVR-16TS/TT has a
1000M LAN Port instead, shown as below figures.
Rear Panel of DVR-4TN/8TN/16TN:
Main Monitor Maln Monitor Galt Monitor
{VGA) (BNC) {BNC} Video In Video Looping
Main Monitor RS-232 AlermlO end 1EEE1394 Audio INOUL USB2.0 LAN Power Switch Powor Supply
(S-Video) RS-495 (2) (2) (x2)
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Rear panel of DVR-16TS/16-TT:
Main Monitor Main Monitor Cell Moritor
(VGA) (BNC) {BNC} Video In ‘Video Looping
Main Montor 5-292 AlamlOand ŁAN Aula InfOut USB2.0 LAN Powor Svdich ^ Power Supply
(S-Video) RS485 1000M (x2) (2)
Main Monitor (S-Video/ BNC/ VGA)
S-Video, BNC and VGA output connectors are available for connecting to a
main monitor. The main monitor displays live image and playback recorded
video in full-screen or multiple window format.
RS-232C
The unit provides a RS-232C communication port for sending and receiving
signals.
Alarm I/O & RS485 Port
The unit provides an Alarm I/O and RS485 port that offers user the flexibility
required to connect the unit to another device.
Refer to Appendix F; Alarm {/O Pin Definition for detailed pin information on
the Alarm I/O for the DVR-4TN/8TN/16TN/16TS/16TT.
IEEE1394 (for DVR-4TN/8Tn/16TN only)
DVR-4TN/ DVR-8TN/ DVR-16TN series unit is equipped with two IEEE1394
(FireWire&) ports for extended connections.
LAN 1000M (for DVR-16TS/16-TT only)
This port is for DVR-16TS/16-TT to connect to a NAS device.
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Audio In / Out
The DVR-4TN/8TN/A46TN/16TS/46TT series unit provides two channels of
audio recording and playback. The Audio In RCA connector is offered for
connecting an audio source device (e.g. external amplified microphone) to the
unit. The Audio Out RCA connector is available for connecting an audio output
device (e.g. amplified speakers) to the unit.
USB 2.0 (x4)
There are two USB2.0 ports in the rear panel and two in the front panel to
allow users to connect external USB devices to the unit, such as a
ThumbDrive®.
The DVR4TN/8STNM6TN/I6TS/16TT allows the user to preset the OSD
settings using a USB mouse.
LAN (RJ-45)
The DVR-4TN/8TN/A6TN/16TS/16TT series is capable of networking. The
LAN port allows the DVR-4TN/8TN/16TN/16TS/16TT series to access the
network/Internet through an Ethernet connection.
Power Supply
The DVR-4TN/8TNA6TN/A6TSAGTT series includes an AC power
connection jack. Please use the power supply that ships with the unit.
WARNING: Use of a different power supply may cause overloading.
a NOTE: Use of other power supply may cause overloading.
Power Switch
Used to power up and shut down the unit.
Call Monitor (BNC)
The call monitor is used to display full screen video of all installed cameras in
sequence. The BNC call monitor connector allows the user to connect an
optional call monitor to the DVR-ATN/8TN/16TN/16TS/16TT series unit.
Video Input
A group of BNC connectors is available for video input streams from installed
cameras. The number of connectors is equal to the number of channels; the
DVR-4TN/8TN/46TN/16TS/416TT units have 4/ 8/ 16 BNC connectors on the
rear panel, respectively.
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Camera Looping .
Groups of BNC connectors are positioned on the rear panel for looping out
video input.
General System Setup
The DVR-4TN/8TNA6TN/A6TS/A16TT series DVR allows the user to easily
access some general operations through the front panel. The following
subsections introduce general operation of the unit.
The regularly displayed OSD information and its positions are shown in the
following figure. The channel title is displayed on the top-left side of the
window, either in full screen mode or in multiple channel mode. The current
operating mode, including Call mode, Dome-Control mode, Playback mode.
Freeze mode and Sequence mode, is displayed on the bottom-left side of the
screen. The date/ time information is displayed on the bottom-right side.
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Front Panel Introduction
The unit's front panel controls enable the user to control the unit and preset
programmable functions.
LED Definition
The DVR-4TN/8TN/6TNA6TS/A6TT series LEDs on the front panel are
described as follows.
Power HDD Alam Network REC
Power LED (Green)
The LED should be lit when the power is connected.
HDD LED (Yellow
The LED will be lit while the HDD is processing data to or from the connected
HDD(s).
Alarm LED (Red)
The LED should be lit when an alarm is triggered.
Network LED (Green)
The LED should be lit when the DVR-4TN/8TN/16TN/16TS/16TT series unit is
connected to a network and blink when any data is being transferred.
REC LED (Green
The LED should blink while the DVR-4TN/8TN/16TN/16TS/167TT series unit is
recording.
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Functional Keys
The DVR-4TN/8TNA6TN/16TS/18TT series unit function keys on the front
panel are described below for normal operation.
ZOOMENTER CHANNEL, JOGISHUTTLE
i -
COPY CALL DIRECTION pome Esc MODE PLAY seq FREEZE MENU SEARCH
KEYS STOP
COPY
Used to quick export video to an external device, including USB CD-RW and
ThumbDrive®, etc. For more detailed operating instructions, refer to Section
4.7.1 <To Export Video>.
CALL
Press to enter call monitor control mode; press ESC to exit.
Direction Keys
e |n Zoom mode, these keys function as Direction keys.
e In the OSD setup menu, the Direction keys are used to move the cursor to
previous or next fields. To change the value in the selected field, press UP
/ DOWN keys.
DOME
Press this key to enter dome control mode. Please refer to Section 4.6 Dome
Control for more details about controlling operation.
ESC
Press to cancel or exit from certain mode or OSD menu without changing the
settings made previously.
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