TALOS DR04 User manual

Digital Video Recorder User Manual
Digital Video Recorder

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Statement:
This manual may contain information that does not match the product. If you have any
unsolved problems in the process of using this product according to this manual,
please contact our technical support department.
The content of this manual may be updated at irregular intervals without prior notice.
This manual is for reference only. DVR’s functions and operations with different
models may be different.
Caution:
Please read this user manual carefully before using the DVR, and retain it for future
reference.
Please comply with all instructions and notice all warning signs.
Observe all electrical safety standards; make sure the power supply voltage is
correct before using the DVR.
Please avoid heavy stress or violent vibration.
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this product near the
water, moisture or dust.
Do not install this device near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves or other device that produce heat.
Do not block any ventilation openings and provide good ventilation around the
machine.
Please disconnect any cables during an electrical storm or the DVR will not be used
for an extended period of time.
If cleaning is necessary, use a clean, dry cloth and wipe it gently.
If the product does not work properly, please contact your dealer or the nearest
service center. Never attempt to disassemble the DVR yourself.
Do not power off the DVR when the device is working. The correct procedure to shut
down DVR is to stop recording firstly, and then use “Shut Down”button from the
menu, and finally switching off the main power.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Product Introduction ......................................................................................1
1.1 Overview...............................................................................................1
1.2 Main Features ........................................................................................1
Chapter 2 Installation Guide............................................................................................4
2.1 Open-package Check..............................................................................4
2.2 Install Hard Drive ....................................................................................4
2.3 Front Panel Description............................................................................5
2.4 Rear Panel Description............................................................................6
2.5 Remote Controller...................................................................................8
2.6 Control with Mouse ...............................................................................10
2.6.1 Connect Mouse ..........................................................................10
2.6.2 Use Mouse ................................................................................10
Chapter 3 Basic Function Instruction.............................................................................2
3.1 Power On/Off .........................................................................................2
3.1.1 Power On ....................................................................................2
3.1.2 Power Off ....................................................................................2
3.2 Login.....................................................................................................3
3.3 Live Preview ..........................................................................................4
3.4 Live Playback.........................................................................................4
Chapter 4 Main Menu Setup Guide.................................................................................6
4.1 Control Menu .........................................................................................6
4.2 Basic Configuration.................................................................................8
4.2.1 System........................................................................................8
4.2.2 Date & Time.................................................................................9
4.2.3 DST..........................................................................................10
4.3 Live Configuration.................................................................................10
4.3.1 Live ..........................................................................................10
4.3.2 Main Monitor.............................................................................. 11
4.3.3 Mask.........................................................................................12
4.4 Record Configuration.............................................................................13
4.4.1 Enable ......................................................................................13
4.4.2 Record Bitrate ............................................................................14
4.4.3 Time .........................................................................................15
4.4.4 Stamp.......................................................................................16
4.4.5 Recycle Record..........................................................................17
4.4.6 Snap.........................................................................................17
4.5 Schedule Configuration..........................................................................18
4.5.1 Schedule ...................................................................................18

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4.5.2 Motion.......................................................................................20
4.5.3 Sensor ......................................................................................20
4.5.4 Reboot the System......................................................................21
4.6 Alarm Configuration...............................................................................22
4.6.1 Sensor ......................................................................................22
4.6.2 Motion.......................................................................................25
4.6.3 Video Loss.................................................................................27
4.6.4 Other Alarm................................................................................28
4.6.5 Alarm Out ..................................................................................29
4.7 Network Configuration ...........................................................................30
4.7.1 Network.....................................................................................30
4.7.2 Sub-stream................................................................................31
4.7.3 Email ........................................................................................33
4.7.4 WIFI Setup.................................................................................34
4.7.5 Other Settings ............................................................................34
4.8 User Management Configuration.............................................................40
4.9 P.T.Z Configuration................................................................................42
4.9.1 Serial Port..................................................................................42
4.9.2 Advanced ..................................................................................43
4.10 Advanced Configuration .......................................................................47
4.10.1 Reset ......................................................................................47
4.10.2 Import/Export............................................................................47
Chapter 5 Manage DVR..................................................................................................48
5.1 Search and Playback.............................................................................48
5.1.1 Time Search...............................................................................48
5.1.2 Event Search .............................................................................49
5.1.3 File Management........................................................................50
5.1.4 Image........................................................................................51
5.2 Backup................................................................................................52
5.3 Information...........................................................................................53
5.3.1 System Information .....................................................................53
5.3.2 Event Information........................................................................53
5.3.3 Log Information ..........................................................................53
5.3.4 Network Information ....................................................................53
5.3.5 Online Users Information..............................................................54
5.4 Manual Alarm.......................................................................................54
5.5 Disk Management.................................................................................54
5.5.1 Format Disk ...............................................................................54
5.5.2 Advanced ..................................................................................55
5.6 Upgrade..............................................................................................55
5.7 Logoff..................................................................................................55

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Chapter 6 Remote Surveillance ....................................................................................56
6.1 IE Remote Surveillance..........................................................................56
6.1.1 On LAN.....................................................................................56
6.1.2 On WAN....................................................................................57
6.2 Remote Live Preview.............................................................................59
6.2.1 Symbol and Function Definition.....................................................60
6.2.2 Snap Picture ..............................................................................60
6.2.3 Color Adjustment ........................................................................60
6.2.4 PTZ Control ...............................................................................61
6.2.5 Preview Control ..........................................................................62
6.3 Remote Playback & Backup ...................................................................62
6.3.1 Time Search...............................................................................62
6.3.2 Event Search .............................................................................64
6.3.3 File Management........................................................................65
6.3.4 Remote backup ..........................................................................67
6.4 Remote Configuration & Management......................................................68
6.4.1 Remote Configuration..................................................................68
6.4.2 Remote Management..................................................................68
6.4.3 Remote Check Information...........................................................69
Chapter 7 Mobile Surveillance ......................................................................................70
For Android ...............................................................................................71
7.1 Main Functions.....................................................................................71
7.2 Installation ...........................................................................................71
7.3 Application Running...............................................................................72
7.3.1 Interface Description....................................................................72
7.3.2 Live Preview ..............................................................................74
7.3.3 Add Device ................................................................................75
7.3.4 Switch Channel ..........................................................................77
7.3.5 PTZ Control ...............................................................................79
7.3.6 Local Video................................................................................79
7.3.7 Saved Photos.............................................................................81
7.3.8 Switch Language ........................................................................81
7.3.9 Video Remote ............................................................................81
7.3.10 Real-Time Alarm .......................................................................81
For Iphone ................................................................................................82
7.4 Main Functions.....................................................................................82
7.5 Installation ...........................................................................................83
7.6 Application Running...............................................................................84
7.6.1 Interface Description....................................................................84
7.6.2 Live Preview ..............................................................................86
7.6.3 Add Device ................................................................................87

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7.6.4 Switch Channel ..........................................................................88
7.6.5 PTZ Control ...............................................................................89
7.6.6 Local Video................................................................................90
7.6.7 Saved Photos.............................................................................91
7.6.8 Switch Language ........................................................................92
7.6.9 Video Remote ............................................................................92
7.6.10 Real-Time Alarm .......................................................................92
Appendix A FAQ ........................................................................................................93
Appendix B Calculate Recording Capacity .............................................................98
Appendix C Compatible Devices..............................................................................99
Appendix D Specifications......................................................................................101

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Chapter 1 Product Introduction
1.1 Overview
This model of DVR (Digital Video Recorder) is designed for high performance CCTV
solutions. It adopts state of the art video processing chips and embedded Linux system.
Meanwhile, it utilizes most advanced technologies, such as standard H.264 with low bit
rate, Dual stream, HDMI interface, SATA interface, VGA output, mouse supported, IE
browser supported with full remote control, mobile view(by phones), etc., ensuring
powerful functions and high stability. Due to these distinctive characteristics, it is widely
used in banks, telecommunication, transportation, factories, warehouse and other related
applications.
1.2 Main Features
COMPRESSION FORMAT
Standard H.264 compression with low bit rate and better image quality
LIVE SURVEILLANCE
Support HDMI 1080P output
Support channel security by hiding live display
Display the local record state and basic information
Support USB mouse to make full control
RECORD MEDIA
Support a SATA HDD to record (HDD file system is FAT32 format) continuously.

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BACKUP
Supports USB 2.0 devices to backup
Supports saving recorded files to a remote computer through internet
RECORD & PLAYBACK
Record modes: Manual, Schedule, Motion detection and Sensor alarm recording
Supports recycle after HDD full
Supports high-definition 1080P video output, and D1/960H video recording
Resolution, frame rate and picture quality are adjustable
4 audio channels
Supports multi-channel playback simultaneously
Supports deleting and locking the recorded files one by one
Three search modes: time search, event search and image search
Supports remote playback in Network Client through LAN or internet
ALARM
Supports multi-channel alarm input and alarm output available
Supports schedule for Motion detection and Sensor alarm
Supports pre-alarm recording and post-alarm recording
Supports linked channels recording once motion or alarm triggered
Supports linked PTZ preset, auto cruise and track of the corresponding channel
Supports linked snap picture
Supports linked send alarm email
PTZ CONTROL
Supports various PTZ protocols
Supports 128 PTZ presets and 8 auto cruise tracks
Supports remote PTZ control through internet

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SECURITY
Customize user privileges: log search, system setup, shut down, two way audio,
file management, disk management, remote login, live view, manual record,
playback, backup, PTZ control and remote live view
Supports 1 administrator and 63 users
Supports event log recording and checking
NETWORK
Supports TCP/IP, DHCP, PPPoE, DDNS protocol
Supports browser remote viewing
Supports setup client connection
Supports dual streams adjustable to fit your network bandwidth and environment
Supports picture snap and color adjustment in remote live
Supports remote time and event search, and channel playback with picture snap
Supports remote PTZ control with preset and auto cruise
Supports full menu remote setup, changing all the DVR parameters remotely
Supports mobile surveillance by iPhone, iPad and Android OS.
Supports CMS to manage multi devices remotely

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Chapter 2 Installation Guide
2.1 Open-package Check
When you receive the DVR, please check the unit and the accessories:
First, please check whether there is any visible damage to the package appearance.
The protective materials used for the package of the DVR can protect most accidental
clashes during transportation.
Then, please open the box and get rid of the plastic protective materials. Check
whether there is any visible damage to the DVR appearance.
Front panel and rear panel
The key function specification in the front panel and the interface specification in the
rear panel are in the user manual.
Please check the product type in the front panel whether is accordant with the
product type you order.
Notice:
1. The label in the rear panel is very important for the after-sale services. Please
protect it carefully. When you contact us for after-sale service, please provide the
product type and serial number on the label.
2. Please disconnect the power before being connected to other devices. Don't hot
plug in/out.
2.2 Install Hard Drive
Notice: FOR REPAIR PURPOSES ONLY
1. This series support a SATA hard drive. Please use the hard drive
recommended by the manufacturers for security and safe field. Please refer to

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“Appendix C Compatible Devices 2”.
2. Please calculate HDD capacity according to the recording setting. Please refer to
“Appendix B Calculate Recording Capacity”.
Step1: Disassemble the screw and open the top cover.
Step2: Connect the power and data cables. Place the HDD onto the bottom case as
Fig 2-1.
Step3: Mount the HDD.
Fig 0-1 Connect HDD
Notice:
1. For installation please connect the power and data cables first, and then the
screws to secure the HDD.
2. After the hard drive installation is complete format the HDD before using.
2.3 Front Panel Description
Note ： The front panel descriptions are only for reference; please make the
object as the standard.

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The descriptions of front panel interface are shown as follows:
Fig 0-2 Front Panel
Item
Name
Description
1
IR
Receive the signal of remote controller.
2
HDD
Hard disk status indicator.
When HDD is writing or reading, the light is white.
3
ACT
Network data indicator.
When exchanging data in the network, the light is
white.
4
LINK
Network connection indicator.
When the network connection is successful, the light
is white.
5
REC
Recording status indicator.
When recording, the light is white.
6
MENU
Enter menu mode.
7
ESC
Return to the previous menu or interface.
8
Direction and Enter
Direction keys: change direction to select items.
Enter key: confirm selection.
9
Power
Power on/off the DVR.
2.4 Rear Panel Description
Note: The rear panel descriptions are only for reference; please make the object
as the standard.
The descriptions of rear panel interface are shown as follows:

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Fig 0-3 Rear Panel
Item
Name
Description
1
V-IN
Video signal input.
2
A-IN
Audio input: connect to pickup and other audio collecting
equipment.
3
A-OUT
Audio output: connect to sound box and other audio
output equipment.
4
V-OUT
CVBS video signal output: connect to monitor with BNC
interface.
5
HDMI port
HD 1080P video signal output: connect to high-definition
display.
6
LAN port
Network connector.
7
VGA port
VGA output: connect to monitor.
8
ALM IN
Alarm input: connect to external alarm sensor.
ALM OUT
Alarm output: connect to external alarm output device.
GND
Grounding
9
USB port
USB connector: connect to USB mouse, USB disk, mobile
HDD, etc.
10
RS-485
RS-485 communication port: connect to PTZ, keyboard,
etc.
11
DC 12V
Power input: DC 12V

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2.5 Remote Control
The remote controller of this product series uses two AAA size batteries:
Step 1: Open the battery cover of the remote controller
Step 2: Place batteries. Please take care the poles (+ and -)
Step 3: Replace the battery cover
Notice: Frequently defect checking as following:
1. Check batteries poles
2. Check the remaining charge in the batteries
3. Check IR controller sensor is mask
If it still doesn't work, please change a new remote controller to try, or contact your
dealers.
The interface of remote controller is shown in Fig 2-4:
Fig 0-4 Remote Controller
Item
Name
Function
1
REC Button
To start the manual recording.
2
ADD Button
Input the number of DVR to control it.
3
POWER Button
To turn on/off the device.

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Item
Name
Function
4
Digital Button
Code input/number input/channel switch.
5
EXIT Button
Return to the previous interface.
6
BACKUP Button
To enter the backup mode.
7
SEARCH Button
To enter the video playback interface.
8
SEQ Button
To enter the auto dwell mode.
9
E-ZOOM Button
To electronic amplify the single channel.
10
MENU Button
To enter the sub menu.
11
Multi Screen
Button
To choose multi-screen display mode.
12
Single Screen
Button
To choose single -screen display mode.
13
Direction and
Enter Button
Direction Button: move cursor to select items.
Enter Button: confirm the selection.
14
AUDIO Button
To enter the audio adjustment interface.
15
Fn Button
Reserved function keys.
16
SNAP Button
To snap the live pictures.
17
Playback Control
Button
To control playback, pause/play, single-frame play,
rewind, stop, fast forward.
18
PTZ Button
To enter the PTZ control interface.
Operation processes with remote controller to control multi-DVR
The default device ID of the DVR is 0. When using a remote controller to control
single DVR, it’s not necessary to reset the device ID, user can do operation directly;
when using a remote controller to control multiple DVR, please refer to below steps:
Step 1: Activate remote controller to control DVR: enable DVR, turn the IR sensor of
the remote controller to the IR receiver that on the front panel, press “add”key and
then input device ID (Range from: 1-65535) with other digital keys, after that, press
ENTER button to confirm.
Step 2: User can check the device ID by enter into System configurationBasic
configurationdevice ID. User also can set other DVRs with the same device ID. For
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Step 3: Cancel controller to control DVR: without any action on keys about half a
minute later, the DVR will not be controlled by remote controller.
2.6 Control with Mouse
2.6.1 Connect Mouse
It supports USB mouse through the USB ports.
Note: If mouse is not detected or doesn't work, try another mouse.
2.6.2 Use Mouse
In live: Double-click left button on one camera to be full screen display. Double-click
again to return to the previous screen display.
Click right button to show the control menu at the bottom right of cursor. Here you will
find all the controls and setup options. Click right mouse again to hide the control
menu.
In setup: Click left button to enter.
Click right button to cancel setup, or
return to the previous.
If want to input the value, move
cursor to the blank and click. An input
window will appear as Fig2-5. It
supports digitals, letters and symbols
input.
Fig 2-5 Input Window
It supports mouse drag, I.e. set motion detection area: click customized, hold left
button and drag to set motion detection area.
In playback: Click left button to choose the options. Click right button to return to live
mode.
In backup: Click left button to choose the options. Click right button to return to
previous picture.

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In PTZ control: Click left button to choose the buttons to control the PTZ. Click right
button to return to live mode.
Note: Mouse is the default tool in all the operation below unless otherwise noted.
Chapter 3 Basic Functions
3.1 Power On/Off
3.1.1 Power On
Before you power on the unit, please verify all the connections.
Step 1: Connect with the source power; switch on the power button near the power
port in the rear panel.
Step 2: The device will be loaded, and the power indicator will display red.
Step 3: A WIZARD window will pop-up and display information about device name,
language, date and time, network, record, etc.
User can setup here and refer to the setup steps from the corresponding chapters. If
users don’t want to setup Wizard, please click Exit button and enter into the login
interface.
Notice: This series can only support the menu on VGA monitor, BNC monitor
or HDMI monitor at one time. After the device is power on, if there is live display
without the menu, please check the other outputs for the menu display, or press
Exit /ESC button (press and hold) to switch the output among BNC, HDMI and VGA.
3.1.2 Power Off
User can power off the device by using the remote control, keyboard or mouse
Using the remote control:

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Step 1: press Power button of remote controller to pop up Shut Down window.
Step 2: click OK, the unit will power off after a while.
Step 3: disconnect the power.
By mouse:
Step 1: enter into Main Menu and select Shut Down button to pop up Shut Down
window.
Step 2: Click OK, the unit will power off after a while.
Step 3: Disconnect the power.
3.2 Login
User can login and logout the DVR system. User cannot do any other operations
except changing the multi-screen display once logout.
Fig 3-1 Login
Notice:
The default user name and password is “admin” and blank.
The operation steps for changing the password, add or delete user: please
refer to 4.8 User Management Configuration for more details.
User permissions can be customized. Only administrators can customize other
user's permissions. The user name and password can consist of numbers, letters
or symbols (1~32 characters).

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3.3 Live Preview
Fig 3-2 live preview interface
Symbol
Meaning
Green
Manual record
Yellow
Motion detection record
Red
Alarm record
Blue
Schedule record
3.4 Live Playback
Click of control menu to playback the recordings, refer to Fig3-3.
User can click the control buttons on the screen to change operation.

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Fig 3-3 live playback