Swann DVR4-8900 User manual

Swann DVR4-8900, DVR8-8900
User’s Manual
Rev. 1.0
H.264 Real-Time
Standalone DVR

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Safety Precautions
 Turn off the power of the product before
installing the product. Do not plug many
plugs into one outlet
- It can cause an electric shock or a fire.
 Do not put any containers with liquid such
as water, coffee, beverage etc. on top of
the product.
- It can cause a fire, an electric shock or a
product problem.
 Do not put any heavy object on top of the
cable or excessively bend the cable.
- It can cause a fire.
 hen wiping the surface of the product, do
not use water, chemical or detergent, and
always use a dry towel.
 -
It can cause an electric shock, problems
or scratches to the surface of the product.
 Do not install the product wher
e the level of
humidity, dust or smoke is high.
- It can cause an electric shock or a fire
 hen unplugging the power, hold the plug
and unplug slowly. Do not hold the plug
with wet hands or plug to a loose power
outlet.
- It can cause an electric shock or a fire.
 Do not disassemble or reconfigure the
product. Because high level of current flows
on the device, it is dangerous to do so.
-
It can cause a fire, an electric shock or an
injury.
 Always check for dangerous elements
where the product is installed. If dangerous
elements (Moisture, damaged cable,
unstable installation etc.) are identified,
please contact your nearest service center.
- It can cause an electric shock or a fire.
 Because the cable connected to this device
can be damaged, keep at least 15cm of
clearance between where the product is
installed and where the power outlet is.
- It can cause a fire, an electric shock or an
injury.
 Install the product in a cool location not
exposed to direct sunlight. Do not install the
product where traffic is high or near the
heating devices.
- It can cause a fire.
 Install the product on a location with a flat
surface where it is ventilated well and not
too high.
- It can cause a problem or an injury.
 The power outlet must be grounded and the
voltage range must bet within 10% of the
rated voltage. Do not share the power outlet
with hair dryer, iron, refrigerator or heating
device etc.
- It can cause an explosion.
 hen replacing the battery, always replace
with the same type of battery as the one
provided. hen disposing the batte
ry, follow
the direction of the manufacturer.
- It can cause an explosion.
 For old hard drives, you may not be able to
recover the data stored on the drive. hen
you use a damaged hard drive, you will see
a sign on the screen saying “Error or
defective”. For the old hard drive, contact
your nearest service center or the original
retailer to replace the hard drive.
- e do not responsible for the data loss
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CAUTI N
RISK F ELECTRIC SH CK. D N T PEN.
CAUTI N! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Explanation of Two Symbols
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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.
THE GRAPHIC SYMBOLS ITH SUPPLEMENTAL
MARKING ARE ON THE BOTTOM OF THE SYSTEM.
“ ARNING – TO PREVENT FIRE OF SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSETHE UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE”
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 case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
FCC CLASS A NOTICE

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Caution
 Be careful not to let alien particles get inside the
product.
- It can cause a problem to the product.
 Install the product where it is ventilated well.
- The product at least 15cm away from the wall
power outlet because the cable can be damaged
 Do not install the product at a location close to a
product or broadcast receiver with strong electric
or magnetic wave.
 Do not put heavy objects on top of the product.
- It can cause a problem to the product.
 Install the product at a flat and stable location.
- The product may not operate normally.
 The product at a location with appropriate level of
temperature and humidity.
- Do not install the product where the temperature
is too high (40°C or above) o
r too low (0° or less)
 Because the vibration and impact can damage the
product, do not throw any objects to the location
where the product is installed.
Please read the following precautions carefully before installing the product and follow the directions for installation.
 Do not install the product where the level of humidity, dust or smoke is high.
 Do no install the product where it is exposed to direct sunlight or close to the heating device.
 Do not install the product where there is danger of electric shock or near magnetic object.
 Do not install the product where the temperature is too high (40°C or above) or too low (0° or less).
 Do not put objects with high conductivity on top of the ventilation outlet of the product.
 Make sure the power is turned off before installing the product.
 Secure sufficient space to connect the product when installing the product.
 Do not install the product where it is not flat, not ventilated well or where vibration is severe.
 hen you install the product near electronic appliances such as radio or TV, it can cause problems to the
product
.
 Do not install the product where it is exposed to
direct sunlight or close to the heating device.

Firmly fixate the product at a location where it is well
ventilated.
- It can cause problems to the product depending
on the surrounding environment. It is
recommended to use the Automatic Voltage
Regulator. It is recommended to wrap wires
around the Ferrite core.
 The power outlet must be grounded.
 If you hear any noise or smell any odor from the
product, turn the product off and contact your
nearest service center.
- It can cause a fire or an electric shock.
 Periodically have the product checked by the
service center to safety use the product.
- hen replacing the battery, always replace with
the same type of battery as the one provided.
hen disposing the battery, follow the direction of
the manufacturer.
- e are not responsible for the problem from
misuse by the user.
 Do not move or flip the product over while using the
product.

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TABLE F C NTENTS
Chapter 1 Installation
1-1 Product characteristics ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
1-2 Component ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 9
1-3 Front side -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
1-4 Rear side --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------10
1-5 Remote controller ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
1-6 Connection and initial settings -----------------------------------------------------------------12
1-7 RS-485 connection -------------------------------------------------------------------------------13
1-8 Control port (Output) connection --------------------------------------------------------------13
1-9 Sensor(Input) connection -----------------------------------------------------------------------13
1-10 About internal hard disk ------------------------------------------------------------------------14
Chapter 2 Main system application
2-1 Operation --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------19
Start up ................................................................................................................. 19
Shutdown ............................................................................................................... 20
2-2 Live Display -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------21
2-3 System setting -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------27
System ................................................................................................................... 27
Video / Audio .......................................................................................................... 34
Event ...................................................................................................................... 39
Network .................................................................................................................. 47
User ....................................................................................................................... 52
2-4 PTZ control -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------55
2-5 Search (playback) & backup -------------------------------------------------------------------57
Time search ........................................................................................................... 57
Event search .......................................................................................................... 58
Backup ................................................................................................................... 59

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Chapter 3 Web viewer
3-1 Installation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 62
eb viewer installation ......................................................................................... 62
3-2 Functional description --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 64
eb viewer monitoring window............................................................................. 64
eb viewer search window ................................................................................... 65
Search menu ......................................................................................................... 66
Saving as AVI file .................................................................................................. 67
Chapter 4 Apple iPhone/iPod
4-1 Functional description --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 69
Real-time monitoring ............................................................................................. 69
Chapter 5 Appendix
5-1 Check before requesting for service --------------------------------------------------------- 71
5-2 Recommended device to use ------------------------------------------------------------------ 74
5-3 Factory default ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 76
5-4 Product specification ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 81

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1-1 Product characteristics ---------------------------------------------------------------------8
1-2 Components -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
1- Front side --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
1-4 Rear side ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
1-5 Remote Controller ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11
1-6 Connection and initial setting ---------------------------------------------------------- 12
1-7 RS-485 connection ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
1-8 Control port (Output) connection ------------------------------------------------------ 1
1-9 Sensor (Input) connection --------------------------------------------------------------- 1
1-10 About internal hard disk ---------------------------------------------------------------- 14
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1-1. Product characteristics
 Adopted the stable Embedded Linux
 Stable file system recovery even after power supply is disconnected from a power outage.
 Realized small file size and high video quality by applying the .264.
 Supports terra byte hard disk ( up to 1.5TB )
 Real time recording
- P R04: Up to 120IPS@704 X 240 at NTSC / Up to 100IPS@704 X 288 at PAL
- P R08: Up to 240IPS@352 X 240 at NTSC / Up to 200IPS@352 X 288 at PAL
 Supports various recording resolutions and qualities.
- D1(704x480), alf D1(704x240), CIF(352x240) at NTSC
- D1(704x576), alf D1(704x288), CIF(352x288) at PAL
- 5 stage recording qualities (Very high, high, normal, low, and very low).
 Easy operation through various user interface and user friendly GUI system.
 Realized powerful multi-function.
- Real time video display and recording, network transmission and back up can be
performed simultaneously.
 Easy search functions.
- Date/Time search (Calendar search), event search
 Recording before event. (Can be 2 seconds).
 Recording after event. (Can be only up 10 seconds).
 The operating condition pre-check function according to the change in motion detection
and movement detection
 Can set recording quality and number of recording frames per seconds.
 Powerful recording schedule management.
 Complete synchronization of video/audio.
 Easy software upgrading through USB storage device or network.
 Maximum of 3 clients can be connected to 1 DVR at the same time.
 Band width setting is automatically set depending on the network speed connected to this
device.
 Remote alarm notification via e-Mail.
 PTZ (Pen/Tilt/Zoom) operation.
 Remote control operation
 Key board control operation (optional)
 Supporting Daylight saving
 Auto detecting video output port between VGA and BNC

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1-2. Components
Software Installation CD
User’s Manual
Remote Controller
Mouse
SATA cable
DD power cable
Power cable
Adapter
Screws
Reference: The type of components can be applied differently by the option.
1- . Front side
※ Depending on the model shown image above can be differed slightly.
① LED
 POWER LED – This is turned on when the power is turned on.
 DD LED – This is turned on DD is accessed.
 NETWORK LED – This is turned on when network is connected.
② Power button: This is used to turn on, turn off the power, and log off.
③ USB – This is used to connect USB storage device & USB mouse.

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1-4. Rear side
※ Depending on the model shown image above can be differed slightly.
① Camera video input – These are used to connect cameras
② SPOT output port – It is used to connect BNC type monitor.
③ Audio input port – It is used to connect audio output port of external device.
④ Ethernet port – It is used to connect RJ-45 Ethernet connector. (LAN PORT).
⑤ Sensor/Alarm/RS-485 ports – These are used to connect sensor, alarm and RS-485 serial
communication port
⑥ Main output port – It is used to connect BNC type monitor. (It outputs the same video as
MAIN output.)
⑦ Audio output port – It is used to connect audio input port of external device.
⑧ VGA port – It is used to connect VGA monitor.
⑨ USB port – It is used to connect USB storage device.
⑩ Power connector – It is used to connect power adapter.

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1-5. Remote controller
Reference: The shape of remote controller can be different by the model.
How to set the ID of remote controller:
1. Press cancel button about 3 seconds then light of power button turns on.
2. Enter two digit numbers which is the id of remote controller using number keys.
※ You have to input ‘0’ first when you are to input one digit number.
Ex) In case you want to use ‘2’ as ID, input ‘02.
3. Every time you press the number key the light of power button will blink.
4. Stopping blinking means that the id is saved.

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1-6. Connection and initial setting
Caution
 The camera or other external devices can be connected to this device
in numerous methods. Refer to the user manual of the camera or other
external device for addition information on connection methods.
 When installing the camera, check whether the power of the camera is
turned off.
 After installing the monitor, turn on the power of the DVR.

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1-7. RS-485 connection
① This device has 1 data port (RS-485).
② Use this port to connect the PTZ camera or the keypad.
(Optional)
③ PTZ camera / keyboard connection
i. Connect the PTZ serial communication cable to the RS-485 port.
ii. When connecting the cable, make sure that the TX- of the device is
connected to the RX- (TX-) of the camera (keyboard), and TX+ of the device is
connected to the RX+(TX+) of the PTZ camera(keyboard).
iii. Recommended initial data setting is 9600 baud rate, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit
and no parity.
iv. When connecting the PTZ camera or keyboard, always change the setting of
the DVR setting menu according the RS-485 setting of the camera, keyboard
and this device.
v. Set the same baud rate when you are to use PTZ camera and keyboard at the
same time.
1-8. Control port (output) connection
① For interface and auto control with the external sensor, the interfacing control
output port (Set value from “Setup  Event  Sensor/Motion/Video loss” menu)
and the “RELAY” port are connected.
② If the control device (Alarm light, amplified siren, external relay etc.) is “NC
(Normal Close)” type, connect to the control output NC (Normal Close) port.
③ If the control device (Alarm light, amplified siren, external relay etc.) is “NO
(Normal Open)” type, connect to the control output NO (Normal Open) port.
1-9. Sensor (input) connection
① Connect one of the signal cables (2 cables) of various sensors
(IR sensor, heat ray detector, magnetic etc.) to the COM port
and connect the remaining signal cable to the sensor number
you want. (Sensor “NC, NO” type can be set from “Setup 
Event  Sensor” menu.)
4 Ground
5 Sensor 1
6 Sensor 2
7 Sensor 3
8 Sensor 4
Caution: NC and NO cannot be selected simultaneously.

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1-10. About internal hard disk
The hard disk installed inside the device is a precision device which can be damaged even with
the small impact. To prevent the hard disk from being damaged, manage the device as follows.
To prevent the data loss, it is recommended to back up any important data into an external
storage device.
When installing or uninstalling the hard disk, you must always turn off the power of the product.
 If the power is turned on, do not move the device.
 Do not install this device where it is too hot and humid and where the temperature
change is sudden. It can cause a problem to the device.
 DO NOT pull out the plug or intercept the power supply while this device’s power is on.
 When there is a power outage while the power is turned on, some data can be lost.
 Do not drop the hard drive or put any metallic object, such as coins, inside the device.
 In case of a power outage while recording, avoid adding, replacing or moving the DD.
The recorded data can be lost. In this case, turn on the power with the original hard
disk that was used while the power outage occurred. And then add, replace or move
the DD.
 Because the hard disk is a high precision device, the parts inside the disk can be
damaged at the slightest impact. Please read the following precautions in detail and
follow the directions.
- Do not directly put the hard disk on the desk or table. Because the parts inside
the hard disk can be damaged at the slightest impact, put a thick cushion below
the hard disk.
- If you use the motored driver, the parts inside the hard disk can be damaged from
the vibration.
- When replacing the hard disk, be careful not to cause any impact to the other
parts.
- Be careful not to cause an impact from the tools and hard disk used for the
installation.
 Protect the hard disk from static electricity.
Caution
This device has elements to cause an electric shock, an accident or a
problem to the product. Also the hard disk may not be recognized or
operated properly due to incorrect installation and setting. Therefore consult
with an experienced expert technician when installing the hard disk.

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1. ard disk installation of replacement
A. ard disk installation
After turning on the power of the device, unplug the power from the outlet.
① Loosen the screw on the left, right and rear side of the product.
② Separate the cover of the main unit.
③ Remove the screws on the bracket holding
the hard disk, separate the bracket from the
hard disk.
④ Install the hard disk to the bracket and tighten the 4 screws.
▶ Connecting bracket to hard disk
⑤ After installing the bracket on the main unit, tighten the screws.
⑥ Connect the power cable of the hard disk.
⑦ Connect the SATA cable to the hard disk.
To mount hard disk to hard disk
mounting bracket, SATA cable
connecter and the direction of
bracket hole should be matched.
Connect the bracket to hard disk by
tighten the 4 screws.
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⑧ Connect the SATA cable to the SATA port of the main board.
⑨ Close the cover of the main unit.
⑩ Tighten the screws.
⑪ After installing the hard disk, you must format the hard disk from the setting
menu.
B. ard disk replacement
First turn of the power of the device and then unplug the power.
① Loosen the screw on the left, right and rear side of the product.
② Separate the cover of the main unit.
③ After removing all of power/SATA cable connected to hard disk, please
separate hard disk bracket from the body.
④ Loosen the screws on the left and right side of the bracket holding the hard
disk.
⑤ Separate the hard disk from the bracket holding the hard disk.
⑥ In the reverse order of removing the hard disk, assemble the new hard disk.
⑦ After replacing the hard disk, turn on the power of the device.
⑧ Reference
- Each SATA cable must be connected to the connecting port precisely.
- Do not vertically put the hard disk in upright position or put other objects on
top of the hard disk.
- When connecting/disconnecting the hard disk, do not use a motored tool.
- Refer to the following when adding/replacing the hard disk.
The first SATA cable port on the main board must be connected at all times If a
hard disk is not connected, this device may not operate normally
<DVR08-8900>
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C. Recommended list of hard disk
- ard disks of below are the ones proved to be compatible through
experiment.
- Please refer to when adding or replacing the hard disk.
Manufacturer Model name Capacity
Seagate
ST3250312CS 250GB
ST3250310CS
ST3320613AS 320GB
ST3500312CS 500GB
ST3500148AS 1TB
ST3750330SV 750GB
ST3199322CS 1TB
ST31000528AS
ST31500341AS 1.5TB
ST32000542AS 2TB
Notice!: DD not in the recommended list may not work properly even if it is
detected by DVR.
Caution
When you select the hard drive in use for resetting, the video
data saved previously will be deleted. Therefore you must be
careful.

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2-1 Operation -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
Start up ..................................................................................... 19
Shutdown ..................................................................................... 20
2-2 Live Display ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 21
2-3 System setting --------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
System ........................................................................................ 27
Video / Audio ................................................................................ 34
Event .......................................................................................... 39
Network ...................................................................................... 47
User ........................................................................................... 52
2-4 PTZ Control ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 55
2-5 Search (playback) and backup ---------------------------------------------------- 57
Time search .................................................................................. 57
Event search ................................................................................. 58
Backup ........................................................................................ 59
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2-1. Operation
1) Start up
1. Press power button to turn on this device, then it boots with power indicator light
turned on.
2. After booting Login window will be displayed.
Notice!: without login by any user, DVR works as “guest” mode and only the live display can
be controlled. After login by admin, DVR setting is enabled.
① [User]
 You may select user to login and authority is restricted by kind of user. The
access rights can be set for each user.
② [Password]
 The default user is set to ‘admin’ with
password: 000000.
 Click button then you will see the
screen keypad as right.
3. Input password by using virtual keypad on screen.
4. Click “Login” button to execute DVR system and you will see live screen.
I. admin for system administrator (Access rights to Live, Search and Setup)
II. guest (Access rights to Live only)
III. user1/user2/user3 for general user (Access rights can be set by
administrator)
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2) Shutdown
1. Press button while you are logged in, then logout window will be displayed as
below.
A. Selection: Select “Logout” or “Shutdown”.
B. User: Display current user has logged.
C. Password: Input password.
2. Click “OK” button to “Logout” or “Shutdown”.
①
②
③