Super Circuits SYRF204B Assembly instructions

4-Camera H.264 Security System
Installation and Setup Guide
Products: SYRF204B, SYRF204BLCD, SYRF204BHR
SYRF204BLCD System
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING YOUR SYSTEM, and always follow the
instructions for safety and proper use. Save this manual for future reference.
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CAUTION
Operate this device only in environments where the temperature or humidity is within the recommended range. Operation
at extreme temperatures or in very high or low humidity levels may cause electric shock and shorten the life of the
product.
CAUTION
Installation and servicing should be performed by qualied and experienced personnel only. DVR should always remain
OFF during any installation process.
CAUTION
Do not use the camera if fumes, smoke or a strange odor is emitted from the unit, or if it seems to function incorrectly.
Disconnect the power source immediately, and consult your dealer.
LEGAL NOTICE
Supercircuits products are designed to meet safety and performance standards with the use of specic
Supercircuits authorized accessories. Supercircuits disclaims liability associated with the use of non-Supercircuits
authorized accessories.
The recording, transmission, or broadcast of any person’s voice without their consent or a court order is strictly
prohibited by law.
Supercircuits makes no representations concerning the legality of certain product applications such as the
making, transmission, or recording of video and/or audio signals of others without their knowledge and/or
consent. We encourage you to check and comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations
before engaging in any form of surveillance or any transmission of radio frequencies.
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and names or their products. Supercircuits, Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names
other than its own.
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permission of Supercircuits, Inc.
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Table of Contents
SECTION1 SystemsOverview...................................................................1
1.1 Aboutthisdocument.................................................................1
SECTION2 GettingStarted:UnpackingtheEquipment.............................................2
SECTION3 InstallingYourSystem...............................................................4
3.1.1 Cameraplacement...............................................................4
3.1.2 Mounting ......................................................................5
3.1 DVRinstallation .....................................................................6
3.1.1 Placement......................................................................6
3.1.2 Controlsandconnectors..........................................................7
3.2 Installandsetupamonitor............................................................8
3.3 Connecting the system together. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
3.4 Adjustingthecamera................................................................11
3.5 Usingtheremotecontrolandmouse...................................................11
SECTION4 DVRSetup ........................................................................13
4.1 LogintotheDVR ...................................................................13
4.2 Conguringthesystem..............................................................14
4.2.1 Setting the screen language and video system format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
4.2.1 Settingthesystemtime.........................................................15
4.2.2 ChangetheAdminanduser1passwords...........................................17
4.2.3 Adduserstothesystem.........................................................18
4.2.4 SetHDDoverwriteoption........................................................19
4.3 Recordcongurationsettings.........................................................20
4.4 Videocongurationsettings..........................................................22
4.4.1 Videosetup....................................................................23
4.5 Networkcongurationsettings .......................................................25
4.6 Alarmcongurationsettings .........................................................25
4.6.1 Motiondetectionsetup .........................................................27
SECTION5 NetworkingYourDVR...............................................................30
5.1 Congure the DVR for access on your home network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
5.1.1 Verify local network connectability with IE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
5.2 AccessingyourDVRfromtheInternet..................................................40
SECTION6 AccessingYourDVRWithaWebBrowser...............................................42
6.1 ConnectingtoyourDVRwithIE .......................................................42

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6.2 Livescreen.........................................................................43
6.3 Replaywindow.....................................................................44
6.4 Remotewindow....................................................................44
6.5 Localsetting .......................................................................45
6.6 Logout............................................................................46
SECTION7 KWeyeSmartphoneApp ............................................................47
7.1 InstallingKWeye....................................................................47
7.1.1 InstallingKWeyeiniPhone .....................................................47
7.1.2 InstallingKWeyeinAndroid .....................................................49
7.2 SetupaccesstoaDVR...............................................................49
7.3 UsingKWeye.......................................................................50
SECTION8 DVRSystemMenusReference........................................................52
8.1 Menutree .........................................................................52
8.1.1 ToolBar.......................................................................53
8.1.2 Menuoptions..................................................................54
8.2 System menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
8.2.1 Language .....................................................................55
8.2.2 VideoSystem ..................................................................55
8.2.3 TimeSetup....................................................................55
8.2.4 Usermanagement..............................................................56
8.2.5 VOLUME .................................................................59
8.2.6 HDD.....................................................................59
8.2.7 Maintenance...................................................................60
8.2.8 Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
8.3 Record ............................................................................61
8.3.1 RecordChannel ................................................................62
8.3.2 Record........................................................................62
8.3.3 Bit-rate .......................................................................62
8.3.4 Resolution ....................................................................62
8.3.5 FrameRate....................................................................62
8.3.6 Audio.........................................................................63
8.3.7 Packtime......................................................................63
8.3.8 RecordMode...................................................................63
8.4 Video .............................................................................64
8.4.1 VideoChannel .................................................................64
8.4.2 Name.........................................................................64

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8.4.3 Position.......................................................................65
8.4.4 Live ..........................................................................65
8.4.5 Audio.........................................................................65
8.4.6 Color .........................................................................65
8.4.7 RecordTime ...................................................................65
8.4.8 Margin........................................................................65
8.4.9 VideoSetup ...................................................................66
8.5 Network...........................................................................66
8.5.1 NetworkSetup.................................................................67
8.5.2 DDNS Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
8.5.3 EmailSetup....................................................................69
8.5.4 MobileMonitor ................................................................70
8.6 Alarm.............................................................................71
8.6.1 OUTPUT.......................................................................72
8.6.2 DURATION.....................................................................72
8.6.3 BUZZER.......................................................................72
8.6.4 PRERECORD....................................................................72
8.6.5 EXCEPTION ....................................................................72
8.6.6 I/OAlarm......................................................................73
8.6.7 MotionDetection...............................................................74
8.7 PTZ...............................................................................75
8.7.1 Channel.......................................................................76
8.7.2 Protocol.......................................................................76
8.7.3 BaudRate.....................................................................76
8.7.4 DataBit.......................................................................76
8.7.5 StopBit.......................................................................76
8.7.6 Parity.........................................................................76
8.7.7 Address.......................................................................76
SECTION9 Cleaning..........................................................................77
APPENDIXA O-loadedVideoFiles ..............................................................78
APPENDIXB Troubleshooting...................................................................79
APPENDIXC DVRCompatibleHDDs ..............................................................83
APPENDIXD CompatibleUSBDVDRecorders ......................................................84

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SECTION 1: SYSTEM OVERVIEW
SECTION 1
Systems Overview
Congratulations on purchasing your 4-Camera H.264 Security System! Your system includes:
• 4–camera networkable digital video recorder (DVR). The DVR can be congured and controlled locally, using the operator
control panel and mouse or remote control, or across the Internet through the Microsoft® Internet Explorer® (IE) browse.
• The DVR uses state-of-the-art H.264 compression technology to maximize your recording time and optimize your video
quality. H.264 compression saves hard drive space and supports faster data transfer. Data stored in the DVR can easily be o-
loaded via USB or across your network. (See the User Manual for more information.)
• Up to 4 cameras. Features of these cameras depend on the models selected.
• Apple® iPhone®, iPad®, and iPod Touch®, Google Android™, Symbian™, Windows® Mobile, and Blackberry® smartphones apps
that let you monitor your home or business on the go from anywhere
• LCD 17” monitor (with SYRF204BLCD, SYRF204BHR systems only)
1.1 About this document
This document is a simplied guide to setting up a basic system. For detailed information about your DVR and camera system, refer
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SECTION 2: GETTING STARTED: UNPACKING THE EQUIPMENT
SECTION 2
Getting Started: Unpacking the Equipment
Your system includes:
• 4 channel H.264 networkable DVR
• Cameras (camera type(s) depend on system model and options)
• 4 – 60’ video/power extension cables
• Power adapter with 5-way splitter
• This manual, mini-CD with smart phone applications, user guides for cameras (on CD), and monitor (if included)
• USB mouse and remote control
• LCD Monitor (with SYRF204BLCD, SYRF204BHR systems, not shown)
Remove the equipment from its packaging and place it on a at, clean surface. Inspect each item. If any visible damage is present,
contact your supplier or Supercircuits for a replacement. Verify that your order is complete.
Cameras
5-way
Splitter
Mouse
Remote
Control
Video/Power
Extension Cables
DVR
Power
Adapter
Basic System Components (Monitor Not Shown)

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What you need
Although each security system installation is dierent, most require the following items not included with your system
components:
• Tools to install the cameras and route power and video cables
• Fasteners to attach the cameras to the mounting surfaces
• A display device and cabling to connect to monitor the DVR. The DVR will connect directly to a VGA video monitor, or to a TV
with a BNC to RCA adapter and RCA cable. The display device is usually needed only for system setup. It can be disconnected
when the DVR is networked for access across a LAN or Internet.
• Uninterruptible power supply (UPS). This device is used to ensure system stability during voltage surges, sags, and outages. If a
UPS is not available, a power strip with strong surge protection is highly recommended.

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SECTION 3
Installing Your System
Your PC177IR series camera is a precision instrument that will provide years of quality service when used properly. Included with
each camera is:
• An adjustable mounting bracket that can be attached to either the bottom or back of the camera.
• 60’ video and power extension cable
Adjustable
Sun Shield
Lens
Mounting
Bracket
Assembly
Lock
Nuts
IR Array
Light
Level
Sensor
Mounting
Plate
3.1.1 Camera placement
Plan your camera installation carefully. Identify the locations where cameras will provide the best coverage, considering:
• Field of view – Cameras must be positioned so they can eectively view the entire area that must be monitored, and in a
location that makes tampering with it dicult.
• Lighting – Direct sunlight shining on the camera lens or bright reections from shiny objects in the eld of view can diminish
video quality and camera performance. Mount the camera in shaded areas, if possible, or where these inuences can be
minimized.
• Ease of installation – Must be able to install the camera at the location, considering mounting hardware requirements,
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About weatherproof cameras
Weatherproof cameras can be mounted in any open area, such as on a telephone pole or on the side of a building. However, for best
results, we recommend you mount your cameras in a sheltered area, such as under the eave or roof of a building. Point the camera in
the direction you wish to observe. When routing cable near the camera, allow enough slack to form a U-shaped “drip loop” to help
direct moisture or rain water, that accumulates on the cable, away from the camera.
Drip Loop
Drop
Cable
NOTE Cable connections are not weatherproof.
Video/power cables can be run almost anywhere, and are frequently routed through attics or above drop/acoustic ceilings because
of the ease of installation. For added security, we recommend you run your cables in areas with limited access to prevent tampering.
Avoid running the cable near high voltage appliances such as uorescent lighting. Electrical noise and magnetic elds produced by
these devices may aect video signal quality.
A 60’ video/power extension cable is shipped with every camera in your system. 100’ and custom-length cables are also available
from Supercircuits.
3.1.2 Mounting
1. Using the camera bracket mounting assembly plate as a template, mark the location of the holes for the mounting screws on
the mounting surface.
2. Drill holes into the mounting surface for the mounting screws, wall inserts, or other attachment hardware as needed.
3. If you are routing the video/power drop cable through the mounting surface, drill a ¾” hole near the mounting plate for the
drop cable.
4. Attach the mounting bracket to the mounting surface using appropriate fasteners.
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6. Point the camera at your surveillance target, then tighten the lock nuts to hold it in place. (Note: The direction the camera is
pointing may need correction when video from the camera is observed.)
7. Route the camera drop cable through the hole drilled for it in the mounting surface, if used. If the camera is installed where
moisture may accumulate on it, leave a “drip loop” in the cable so that beads of water on the cable slide away from the camera
and the drop cable connectors.
8. Attach a video/power extension cable to the camera drop cable (see diagram below). Note: When connecting the video
cables, fully rotate the lock ring to hold them together.
Extension
Cable
Camera
Drop Cable
Power
Video
Lock Ring
If the connectors might be exposed to moisture or other contaminants, seal them with electrical tape or use an equivalent
method.
9. Route the other end of the video/power extension cable to the DVR backpanel.
10. Repeat this procedure for all of the cameras you are installing.
3.1 DVR installation
3.1.1 Placement
Your monitoring and recording equipment is central to constant surveillance and the reliable capture of video evidence. Supercircuits
strongly suggests that it be installed in a secure location with access limited to authorized personnel.
DVRs generate heat and should be placed in a ventilated area. A high temperature environment will reduce the life span and
reliability of the equipment. Additionally, the DVR is not weatherproof, so avoid exposure to liquids and excessive dust. Do not place
objects along the sides or behind the DVR that will block airow through the unit.

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Uninterruptible power supplies
It is strongly suggested that power to the system be routed through an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). These devices will keep
your security system running through most power outages, in addition to providing excellent surge and sag protection. The UPS
should support your video recorder and all cameras to ensure normal operation during abnormal power conditions.
3.1.2 Controls and connectors
DVR Front Panel
Single/Multi Camera
Display Toggle
tqpu Menu
Navigation
Buttons
Enter
Escape
Menu
Play/Pause
Record
CH1 .. CH4
Camera Select
Infrared
Sensor
Pan/Tilt/Zoom
Control
Backup
Button Usage
o/ Toggles between single camera, multi-camera display.
CH1 .. CH4 Used to select the camera on channel 1, 2, 3, or 4.
Enter Press to conrm a menu choice.
Infrared Sensor Sensor for the remote control.
MENU Opens the main menu window
ESC Press to exit any active window.
REC Use to start and stop manual recording.
BACKUP Opens a video search and playback menu. (See Appendix A)
u/II When a recorded le is selected, press this button to play. then press it again to pause playback.
PTZ Used for pan/tilt/zoom control of cameras with this feature.
tqpuUse these buttons to navigate through the menu system. Generally, use the tubuttons to move to
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DVR Backpanel
IN1 - IN4
Audio In
CH1 - CH4
Video In
Audio Out LANMain Out
(BNC)
Power
Alarm In/Out,
RS422/RS485
Connections
Main Out
(VGA)
USB Power DC 12V
Connector Usage
USB - MOUSE Use these USB ports to connect a mouse, or a backup device such as a ash drive or DVD recorder.
AUDIO OUT Audio output from channel AUDIO IN channels 1, 2, 3, or 4.
IN1 .. IN4 AUDIO IN RCA audio input to audio channels 1, 2, 3, and 4.
CH1 .. CH4 VIDEO IN BNC video input to video channels 1, 2, 3, and 4.
MAIN OUT BNC composite video output to display device (75Ω, 1V p-p).
MAIN OUT VGA Standard VGA output to a display device, such as a computer monitor.
LAN Standard RJ45 Ethernet 10BaseT, 100BaseT port with auto detect.
ALARM IN, ALARM OUT,
RS422 RS485
Use these connectors to attach external sensor devices, alarm reporting devices, and devices with an RS422 or RS485 control
interface, such as PTZ cameras. See the DVR Uer Manual for more information.
DC 12V Connect to 12 VDC power adapter.
POWER Power switch to turn the unit on and o.
3.2 Install and setup a monitor
1. Install and setup your monitor in accordance with the instructions provided with the monitor. Do not power it on at this time.
2. Cable the DVR Monitor Out (VGA) connector to your monitor’s VGA input. You can also use the monitor out BNC interface, but
the signal quality is better through the VGA interface.
NOTE Some monitors have multiple inputs such including VGA ,HDMI, BNC, etc. If you are using this kind of monitor, congure your
monitor to display the input from your DVR.

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Monitor Out
(BNC)
Monitor Out
(VGA)
3.3 Connecting the system together
All connections to the DVR are made on the back of the unit.
Video/Power
Extension Cables
VGA Cable
5-Way
Power
Splitter To 120 VAC
Monitor Power
Power Adapter
Mouse
Camera
Drop Cable
To UPS/
120 VAC
Typical Interconnection Diagram*

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* NOTE: Power cabling shown in the previous diagram is recommended for systems with PC177IR series cameras. If you are not
installing PC177IR series cameras, power requirements for your cameras may be dierent. Refer to the documentation provided
with your camera for specic recommendations.
1. Connect the system mouse to the USB connector labeled MOUSE.
2. Connect the camera video signal cables (BNC connectors) to the VIDEO IN CH1 to CH4 connectors
3. Connect a display device to the DVR. If using a VGA monitor for a display, connect it to the VGA MAIN OUT connector. If using
the BNC MAIN OUT connector to drive a display such as a TV, attach the appropriate cables between the BNC MAIN OUT and
your display device.
4. Connect the 5-way power splitter to the power adapter, then:
a. Connect the lead marked DVR POWER to the DC 12V connector on the DVR backpanel. Ensure that the POWER switch
on the DVR is o.
b. Connect the other leads of the splitter to the mating connectors on the video/power extension cables routed to the
cameras.
5. Connect the power cord to the power adapter and plug it into a standard grounded 120 VAC power source through a UPS or
surge protector.
6. Power on your system monitor.
7. Power on the DVR using the POWER switch on the backpanel. A startup “Loading” screen will appear on the display. After a
few seconds, the screen will change to the camera view screen.
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Note: The images you see from your cameras may be dierent from those shown here.

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3.4 Adjusting the camera
Adjust your camera to produce the best performance:
• While observing video from your camera, use the documentation provided to aim the camera at the surveillance target.
• Depending on the features of your cameras, other adjustments, such as focus, zoom, aperture, IR level, etc. may also be
available. Make these adjustments under various lighting conditions, if necessary, to yield the best video image overall.
3.5 Using the remote control and mouse
The enter key on the remote control or the front panel has the same function as a mouse left click. The IR Range of the remote
control is 10 meters. The buttons on the remote control correspond with the buttons on the front panel.
2 31
89
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111213 10
Item Function
1Stop: Stop playback
2Play/Pause: Opens video search and playback menu. In playback mode, press this button to play/pause playback.
3tqpu Move selected item in menu.
4ENTER: This button is used as the “enter” key for most operations.
5Menu (MENU/ESC): Displays/exits the main menu.
6Lock: If the password is enabled, press it to logout the system.
7Numerical Button: Use buttons 1, 2, 3, or 4 to select the channel to display.
8REC: Start or Stop manual recording.
9Quad: Press this button to switch display modes from single channel display to a multi-channel display.
10 Mute: Not used.
11 Spot View: Press to enable auto sequencing.
12 Fast Forward: Fast forward video during playback.
13 Rewind: Rewind video during playback.

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Mouse control
The mouse operates just like a mouse on a Windows PC. Connect the mouse to the USB connector in the back panel.
Action Eect
Right click In live display mode, right click to either display or hide the tool bar.
In main menu or sub menu mode, right click to exit the current menu. Note that the settings will not be saved after right clicking.
Left click
On menu unlock mode, in the tool bar left click on the SYSTEM SETTINGS icon, , to enter into the main menu.
After entering main menu, left click to enter sub menus.
In menu mode, left click the PLAY icon, , to review video les.
Left click to select values in edit boxes or pull-down menus. The system supports special symbols, numbers and letters.
Left click the PLAY icon, , to enter playback mode. Left click >> to control the forward function, << reverse function, >>I Slow play
function, I> frame play function, > Play function, and Xexit function.
In the VIDEO | VIDEO SETUP | COLOR SETUP conguration window, you can left click to adjust color control bar and screen control bar.
In the main menu, sub menu or playback view, left click “x” to exit/close the current menu.
In the ALARM |MOTION | MD AREA conguration window, left click an area segment to select/deselect it for motion sensing.
Double click In live view or during video playback, double-click to maximize channel on the screen.
Mouse drag In the ALARM |MOTION | MD AREA conguration window, press the left mouse button and drag to frame an area to sense for motion detection.
Use the mouse to select menu items.

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SECTION 4
DVR Setup
Setting up your DVR includes logging into your DVR, setting the clock, setting administrator and user account passwords, and
setting up scheduled and/or automated motion recording.
4.1 Login to the DVR
Two access accounts are preset in your system: Admin and user1. With the Admin login, you can make conguration changes to
the system, create user accounts and passwords, and control the privileges allotted to each account. With the factory default user1
account login you cannot make conguration changes or create accounts, but can change your own password. The factory default
Admin and user1 account passwords are:
Admin: 888888
user1: 666666
To log into the system:
1. Power on the DVR and wait until it advances to the camera view screen. A typical camera view screen is shown below.
NOTE During initial startup of the system, no password is required.
Image from
Channel 1
Camera
2. Press the MENU button on the front panel twice, or right-click the mouse twice anywhere on the screen. An Input
Password window will appear.
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Conrm entry
3. Click the qicons to the right of the User Name eld parameter eld and select Admin. To make conguration changes to the
system, you must login to the Admin account.
4. Using the mouse, click the entry eld on the PASSWORD line, then click the number buttons that appear to enter the account
password. For example, to enter the default Admin password, 888888, click the “8” button six times.
5. Click the a(check mark) icon in the lower right corner of the window to conrm your entry and enter the login information.
A tool bar icon strip will appear at the bottom of the screen.
4.2 Conguring the system
Basic system conguration settings include setting the screen language, video system format, system time, creating users,
initializing the hard disk drive (HDD), and setting up automated recording.
1. If the system is not running, power on the DVR and wait until it completes initialization.
2. Right-click anywhere on the desktop, or press the MENU button. A status bar will appear.
3. Compare the DVR system date and time shown on the Status Bar with an accurate clock.
System Date and Time Remaining HDD Recording TIme
Status Bar
Note: To see an accurate clock, access a reliable Internet time server, such as tf.nist.gov
4. Right-click the mouse anywhere on the screen again. The Status bar will change to a Tools Bar or a login window. If a LOGIN
window opens, log in to the system as an Admin (see above).