Streamax M1-H0401 User manual

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User Manual
For
M1-H0401 MDVR
Mobile Digital Video Recorder
Copyright 2013-2015, Streamax Technology Co., Ltd
All Rights Reserved

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Notice
The information in this manual was current when published. The manufacturer reserves the right to
revise and improve its products. All specifications are therefore subject to change without any notice.
The purpose of this manual is to kindly aid the user for the operation for our MDVR. The user should
have a basic understanding of computer operation and basic knowledge of how to connect peripherals
and make some settings.
Copyright
Under copyright laws, the content of this manual may not be copied, photocopied, reproduced,
translated or reduced to any electronic medium or machine- readable form, in whole or in part, without
prior written consent of Streamax Technology Co., Ltd. Copyright (2013-2015)

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Guarantee & Warnings
1) Electrical Apparatus Safety
All installation and operation should comply with local electrical safety norms.
2) Transportation
In the process of transportation, storage and installation, please avoid heavy stress, violent vibration,
impact and water splashing.
3) Installation
Install the equipment in accordance with the requirements, handle carefully. Do not heavily press the
equipment before the MDVR installation is finished.
4) Requirements on Engineers & Technicians
All the work of checking and maintenance should be done by qualified technicians and engineers.
We do not undertake any responsibility caused by unauthorized modifications.
5) Requirements on Environment
The equipment should be installed and stored in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight,
flammable or explosive substances, etc. Keep gaps not less than 3cm around the device to facilitate
ventilation for cooling.
6) Accessories
Make sure to use accessories from the manufacturer recommended in the attachment.
Insulate circuit ground and metal shell for all the peripherals.
Before installation, please open the package and ensure that all parts are included.
If there are any problems, please contact us as soon as possible.

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1. PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS
1.1. OVERVIEW
Streamax M1-H0401 is a functional Mobile Digital Video Recorder specially designed for vehicle
video surveillance. It has a high-speed processor and embedded operating system, combining with the
most advanced H.264 video compression / decompression technology, GPS positioning technology. It
supports video recording in 720P, WD1, WHD1, WCIF, D1, HD1 and CIF formats. It is easy to use with
simple design, multi-functions, superior anti-vibration, flexible installation and high reliability.
1.2. SPECIFICATIONS
Function Overview
Preview, Recording, Playback, Locating
System
OS
Linux 3.0.8
Control Mode
Easy Check, CP4, mouse
Video
Input
4 channels WD1+1 channel 720P
Output
1 channel
Total Resource
(4x25)FPS WD1 @ PAL / (4x30)FPS WD1 @ NTSC
+30FPS 720P
Video Signal Standard
Electrical level: 1Vpp Impedance: 75Ω NTSC/PAL
Optional
Audio
Input
5channels (1 channel IPC audio input)
Output
1channel
Audio Signal Standard
Electrical level: 2Vpp Input impedance: 4.7kΩ
Display
Display Split
1/4/9
OSD
GPS information, alarm, vehicle No., speed,
date/time
Operation Interface
Semi-transparent GUI
Recording
Video/Audio Compression
Video: H.264
Audio: ADPCM, G.711A G.711U
Image Resolution
Analog:
PAL:
WD1(928X576),WHD1(928X288),
WCIF(464X288),D1(704X576),
HD1(704x288), CIF(352x288);
NTSC:
WD1(928X480),WHD1(928X240),
WCIF(464X240),D1(704x480),
HD1(704x240), CIF(352x240);
Digital:
720P(1280X720);
Image Quality
1-8 levels adjustable (1 is the best)
Recording Mode
Boot up/Manual/Schedule/Alarm

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Pre-recording
0-60minutes
Post-recording
0-30 minutes
Mirror/Dual Recording
Support
Playback
Playback Channel
1 channel by local playback
Search Mode
Date/time, channel, event
IPC Ethernet
6-pin DJ M12(100M x 1, PON power supply)
Locating
GPS
Location tracking, speed detection and time sync
Storage
SD
SD card x 2
Interface
USB
USB2.0 x 1
RS232
RS232 × 1
Sensor
8 inputs, 2 outputs
Speed
1 channel pulse speed detection
Intercommunication
I MIC interface
Power
Input
DC8-36V, Ignition signal
Output
5V@500mA
Max Power Consumption
29W
Standby Power Consumption
≈0W
Physical
Characteristic
Dimension (L × W × H)(mm)
167.3 x 146.3 x 54.1
Weight
0.83Kg
Environment
Operating Temperature
-40℃- +70℃
Operating Relative Humidity
8%-90%（No Condense）

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1.3. SYSTEM DIAGRAM
1.4. EXTERNAL INTERFACE
DIMENSION (Unit: mm)

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FRONT PANEL
REAR PANEL
Serial No.
Print
Description
1
Power
DC 8-36 V Power Input
2
Sensor&Serial
The Interfaces of Serial Port and Switch
3
A/V IN1~4
Audio & Video Input 1-4
4
A/V OUT
Audio & Video Output
5
IPC
The Interface of PON Power Supply
6
GPS Antenna Interface

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1.5. DEFINITION AND PICTURES OF EXTERNAL CABLES
ALARM CABLE DEFINITION
Alarm and Serial Cables A/V OUT Cable
2. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1) The system can’t start?
Usually this problem results from the incorrect power connection. Please follow below steps to
check the power connection:
1. Check the input power, whether the power wire is connected correctly, whether the ground wire is
connected back to the battery, and whether the fuse on the power wire is in good condition.
2. Check whether the ACC signal wire input to the power is with voltage higher than 7 V.
3. Check whether the device key is closed.
2) The MDVR restarts uninterruptedly?
Please follow below steps to check it:
1. Check whether the voltage of MDVR is insufficient. If the voltage is less than the start-up voltage of
the device, the device would always restart.
2. The problem in hard disk/SD card may cause the failure to start. Take off the storage part and check

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whether it is broken down.
3) The device can’t record?
Usually this problem results from the storage disk or camera. Please follow below steps to check it:
1. Check whether the storage disk is installed, whether it is in good contact, and whether the disk can
be read normally in computer.
2. Check whether the storage disk is formatted. The storage disk should be formatted before normally
storing record files.
3. Check whether there is video signal input into the device from camera, and whether there is
video/image on the screen.
4) There is no voice in record file?
Please follow below steps to check it:
1. Check whether there is an external pickup, or whether the camera features with the function of
audio collection.
2. Access to Video Channel Settings, check if Audio is set on.
3. There must be video input into the channel for recording and it must record normally.
5) The GPS works abnormally?
Please follow below steps to check it:
1. Check whether the GPS antenna is installed correctly. There is a silk print logo on the GPS antenna
holder behind the host device.
2. Check whether the antenna receiver is sheltered. It should not be covered by any stuff, which may
cause it not to receive signals.
3. Environmental influence such as tree shades, being inside tunnel, driving near tall building or
elevated roads, thunderstorms or other weather influence, etc. can also cause signal loss or
receiving wrong signals.
6) The device can’t shutdown in ignition switch mode?
Please follow below steps to check it:
1. Check if the ACC line connection mode is correct; and check whether there is voltage on ACC
yellow line when the key is turned off.
2. If the device has been set with schedule recording, it can’t shutdown if it is still during recording time
of the task table.