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
from misuse by the user.

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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.