urmet domus 1093 Series User manual

DS1093-059
Mod.
1093
16 CHANNEL VIDEO DVR H.264
Ref. 1093/045SN
USER MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1General information ............................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Product description ...................................................................................................................... 5
1.1.1 General features .................................................................................................................................. 5
1.2 Opening the package................................................................................................................... 7
1.2.1 Contents of the package ...................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Warnings...................................................................................................................................... 7
1.3.1 Power ................................................................................................................................................... 7
1.3.2 Safety precautions ............................................................................................................................... 7
1.3.3 Installation precautions......................................................................................................................... 7
1.3.4 Cleaning the device.............................................................................................................................. 7
1.3.5 Hard disk .............................................................................................................................................. 8
1.3.6 Image recording ................................................................................................................................... 8
1.3.7 Privacy and Copyright .......................................................................................................................... 8
1.3.8 Software upgrades ............................................................................................................................... 8
1.3.9 Firmware upgrades .............................................................................................................................. 8
1.3.10 Network installation .............................................................................................................................. 8
1.3.11 Network connection.............................................................................................................................. 8
2Description of the parts......................................................................................................................... 9
2.1 Front panel................................................................................................................................... 9
2.2 Rear panel.................................................................................................................................. 11
2.3 IR remote control ....................................................................................................................... 12
2.3.1 Batteries ............................................................................................................................................. 12
2.4 Mouse ........................................................................................................................................ 13
2.5 Using the Soft Keyboard............................................................................................................ 14
3Product Application Diagram.............................................................................................................. 15
4General settings ................................................................................................................................... 16
4.1 Switch-on ................................................................................................................................... 16
4.2 How to switch the device off ...................................................................................................... 16
4.2.1 Shutdown in Menu.............................................................................................................................. 16
4.2.2 Manual Shutdown .............................................................................................................................. 16
4.3 Remote control enable............................................................................................................... 16
4.4 Rebooting and Locking Your DVR............................................................................................. 17
4.5 Using the Setup Wizard ............................................................................................................. 17
4.6 Setting Date & Time................................................................................................................... 20
5Watching a Live Preview ..................................................................................................................... 21
5.1 Understanding Live Preview Icons ............................................................................................ 21
5.2 Operating the Live Preview........................................................................................................ 21
5.3 Using the Mouse in Live Preview............................................................................................... 22
5.4 Using Digital Zoom..................................................................................................................... 22
5.5 Configuring Live Preview Displays ............................................................................................ 23
5.6 Setting Camera Order................................................................................................................ 24
6Configuring Settings for Recording................................................................................................... 25
6.1 Initializing Record Settings......................................................................................................... 25
6.2 Scheduling a Recording............................................................................................................. 26
6.3 Starting a Manual Recording .....................................................................................................27
6.4 Protecting Recorded Files.......................................................................................................... 27
6.4.1 Locking and Unlocking Recorded Files .............................................................................................. 27
6.4.2 Setting HDD to Read-Only ................................................................................................................. 28
6.5 Configuring Advanced HDD Settings......................................................................................... 29
6.5.1 Setting up HDD Redundancy ............................................................................................................. 29

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7Playing Back a Recording ................................................................................................................... 31
7.1 Understanding the Playback Interface....................................................................................... 31
7.2 Playing Back from Search.......................................................................................................... 32
7.3 Playing Back from Live Preview ................................................................................................ 33
7.4 Playing Back from System Log.................................................................................................. 34
7.5 Playing Back Frame-by-Frame .................................................................................................. 34
7.6 Using Digital Zoom..................................................................................................................... 34
8Backing up Recorded Files................................................................................................................. 35
8.1 Exporting Files ........................................................................................................................... 35
8.2 Exporting Video Clips................................................................................................................. 37
8.3 Managing Backup Devices ........................................................................................................ 37
9Configuring Alarms.............................................................................................................................. 38
9.1 Setting up Motion Detection....................................................................................................... 38
9.2 Setting up Sensor Alarms .......................................................................................................... 40
9.3 Triggering Alarm Outputs Manually ........................................................................................... 42
9.4 Detecting Video Loss ................................................................................................................. 43
9.5 Detecting Video Tampering .......................................................................................................44
9.6 Setting Exception ....................................................................................................................... 45
9.6.1 Understanding Exception Trigger Options.......................................................................................... 46
10 Configuring Network Settings............................................................................................................. 47
10.1 Configuring Basic Settings......................................................................................................... 47
10.2 Configuring PPPoE Settings......................................................................................................48
10.3 Configuring DDNS ..................................................................................................................... 49
10.4 Configuring an NTP Server........................................................................................................ 50
10.5 Configuring a Remote Alarm Host ............................................................................................. 51
10.6 Configuring Multicast ................................................................................................................. 51
10.7 Configuring Server and HTTP Ports .......................................................................................... 52
10.8 Configuring E-mail Settings ....................................................................................................... 53
11 PTZ Controls......................................................................................................................................... 54
11.1 Navigating PTZ Menus .............................................................................................................. 54
11.2 Configuring PTZ Settings........................................................................................................... 55
11.3 Setting PTZ Presets, Patrols & Patterns.................................................................................... 55
11.3.1 Understanding PTZ Controls.............................................................................................................. 55
11.3.2 Customizing Presets .......................................................................................................................... 56
11.3.3 Customizing Patrols ........................................................................................................................... 56
11.3.4 Customizing Patterns ......................................................................................................................... 58
12 Camera Management ........................................................................................................................... 59
12.1 Configuring OSD Settings.......................................................................................................... 59
12.2 Setting up Privacy Mask ............................................................................................................ 59
12.3 Adjusting Display Settings ......................................................................................................... 60
13 Managing HDDs.................................................................................................................................... 61
13.1 Initializing HDDs......................................................................................................................... 61
13.2 Setting HDD Groups .................................................................................................................. 61
13.3 Setting HDD Status.................................................................................................................... 62
13.3.1 Setting HDD to Read-Only ................................................................................................................. 62
13.3.2 Setting HDD to Redundancy .............................................................................................................. 62
13.4 Checking HDD Status ................................................................................................................ 63
13.5 Configuring HDD Alarms............................................................................................................ 64
14 DVR Management................................................................................................................................. 65
14.1 Configuring General Settings..................................................................................................... 65

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14.1.1 Configuring Advanced Settings .......................................................................................................... 65
14.2 Configuring RS-232 Port Settings.............................................................................................. 66
14.3 Managing User Accounts........................................................................................................... 67
14.3.1 Adding a New User ............................................................................................................................ 67
14.3.2 Deleting a User .................................................................................................................................. 69
14.3.3 Modifying a User ................................................................................................................................ 70
14.4 Managing System ...................................................................................................................... 70
14.5 Updating System Firmware........................................................................................................71
14.6 Restoring Default Settings ......................................................................................................... 72
14.7 Viewing System Information ......................................................................................................72
14.8 Viewing System Logs................................................................................................................. 73
15 Urmet Web Server ................................................................................................................................ 75
15.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 75
15.2 User Login and Logout............................................................................................................... 75
15.3 Live Preview............................................................................................................................... 76
15.3.1 Video Split Selection .......................................................................................................................... 76
15.3.2 Start/Stop Preview.............................................................................................................................. 77
15.3.3 Audio Control ..................................................................................................................................... 77
15.4 Recording and Snapshot Capture ............................................................................................. 78
15.4.1 Manual Recording .............................................................................................................................. 78
15.4.2 Snapshot Capture .............................................................................................................................. 78
15.5 Voice Talk .................................................................................................................................. 79
15.6 Video Parameters Setting .......................................................................................................... 79
15.7 PTZ Control................................................................................................................................ 79
15.8 Playback..................................................................................................................................... 80
15.9 Archive Search........................................................................................................................... 80
15.9.1 Playback............................................................................................................................................. 80
15.9.2 Snapshot Capture .............................................................................................................................. 81
15.10 Log Search ............................................................................................................................ 82
15.11 Local Configuration................................................................................................................ 83
15.12 Remote Configuration............................................................................................................83
16 Specifications (Pal format).................................................................................................................. 84
17 Maximum recording time with 500GB hard disk............................................................................... 86
17.1 Ref. 1093/045SN ....................................................................................................................... 86
18 Glossary................................................................................................................................................ 89
19 FAQ........................................................................................................................................................ 89

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this product.
This document describes how to install and use URMET Domus Digital Video Recorder model 1093/045SN.
Read this manual which contains information for correct, safe use carefully. Keep this manual at hand so that you can
refer to it when needed.
1.1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
URMET Domus DVR DVS series 1093/045SN, product is digital video recorder capable of recording several cameras on
internal hard disk while showing live camera feed at the same time. Alternatively, up to four recorded cameras can be
shown at the same time.
1.1.1 GENERAL FEATURES
• Compression:
• Support PAL/NTSC video input.
• Adopt H.264 video compression standard.
• Video encoding parameters of each channel can be set separately, including resolution, frame rate, bit rate, image
quality.
• Each channel supports normal continuous and event compression parameters.
• Supports both composite stream and video only stream. Audio and video are strictly simultaneous.
• Supports dual stream function. The main-stream at 4CIF (no real time), sub-stream at CIF max resolution.
• Support watermark.
• Monitoring:
• Supports 2 local independent video output: VGA and BNC main/BNC spot video output.
• Support 1 HDMI output.
• High definition VGA display supports 1280*1024 resolution.
• Supports 1/4/9/16 screen live view, channel sequence is adjustable.
• Support live view group switch, manual switch and automatic cycle, the interval of automatic cycle can be adjusted.
• Supports digital zoom on live view.
• Supports shielding the assigned live view channel.
• Supports motion detection, view tampering alert, video exception alert and video loss alert.
• Supports privacy mask.
• Supports various PTZ protocols, PTZ preset, patrol and pattern.
• Supports zoom in by clicking the mouse and trace function by dragging mouse.
• HDD Management:
•Supports 6 SATA HDD*(without DVD burn). Each HDD can support up to 2TB capacity.
•Supports 4 SATA HDD*(with DVD burn). Each HDD can support up to 2TB capacity.
• Supports S.M.A.R.T. technology.
• Supports HDD standby function.
• Supports hard disk group management.
• HDD file system is compatible with Windows. Use pre-allocating hard disk management technology, and no disk
fragments.

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• Recording and Playback:
• Supports cycle and non-cycle recording mode.
• Supports normal and event video encoding parameters.
• Supports multiple recording types, including manual, continuous, alarm, motion, motion | alarm and motion & alarm
recording, etc.
• Supports 8 recording time periods with separate recording types.
• Supports Pre-record and Post-record time for alarm and motion detection.
• Supports lock and unlock video files.
• Supports local redundant recording using internal HDD or external HDD with e-SATA port
• Supports setting hard disk to read only.
• Supports video data search and playback by channel number, recording type, time, etc.
• Supports digital zoom function in playback.
• Supports pause, play fast, play slow, skip forward, and skip backward when playback, locating in progress bar by
dragging the mouse.
• Supports synchronous playback until max 16 channels.
• Backup:
• Supports USB / e-SATA device backup.
• Supports SATA CD/DVD-R/W backup.
• Supports backup by file or by time.
• Supports backup device maintenance and management.
• Supports video clips backup when playback.
• Alarm & Exception:
• Supports alarm in/out arming schedule setting.
• Supports various alarm input such as hard disk full, illegal access, network break, IP conflicted, hard disk error, video
exception, and video output standard mismatch.
• Supports various alarm response such as camera recording, relay out, on screen warning, audible warning, email and
upload to center, etc.
• Supports auto recovery from exceptions.
• Network:
• Supports 10/100/1000M adaptive network interface.
• Supports TCP/IP protocols, PPPoE, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, NTP, and SADP, etc.
• Supports unicast and multicast, support TCP, UDP, and RTP for unicast.
• Supports remote search, playback and download video files, support breakpoint resume.
• Supports remote configuration, support remote import and export of DVR settings.
• Supports remote acquisition of device status, system log and alarm status.
• Supports remote button operation, remote locking and unlocking of panel buttons.
• Supports remote format of hard disk, upgrade, reboot, shutdown and other system maintenance operations.
• Supports RS-232 and RS-485 transparent channel transmission.
• Supports event alarm and exceptions upload to remote management host.
• Supports remote manual recording.
• Supports remote PTZ control.
• Supports voice talk and broadcast.
• Supports email with attachment
• Built-in WEB Server.
• Other:
• Supports front panel, mouse, and IR control.
• Supports multi-level user management, each user can have individual DVR access rights.
• Powerful DVR log, including operation, alarm and exception log.
IMPORTANT NOTE
(*) Contact an authorised Service Centre for increasing the recording capacity of 1093/045SN device.

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1.2 OPENING THE PACKAGE
Check that the packing and the contents are not visibly damaged. Contact the retailer immediately if parts are either
missing or damaged. Do not attempt to use the device in this case. Send the product back in its original packing if it is
damaged.
1.2.1 CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE
 DVR
 Power cord with Italian plug
 Power cord with Shuko plug
 Mouse
 SATA cable
 Brackets for installation in a rack
 IR remote control (two size AAA batteries included)
 Fastening screws
 CD-ROM containing software and manuals
 Cross UTP Cat-5 network cable with RJ45 connector
 Loopthrough cable
IMPORTANT NOTE
Accessories may be changed without prior notice.
1.3 WARNINGS
1.3.1 POWER
 Check mains rating before plugging the power unit in.
 Do not pull the cable to unplug the device.
 Switch the device off before unplugging power unit. This operation must not be performed when the DVR is
recording, playing or from the configuration menu. Stop recordings and playback in progress before
disconnecting power from the device to prevent damaging the hard disk beyond repair.
1.3.2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
 Keep the device away from rain and humidity to prevent risk of fire and electrocution. Do not introduce material
(solid or liquid) inside. If this should accidentally occur, disconnect the device from the mains and have it
inspected by qualified personnel.
 Never open the device. In all cases, contact a qualified personnel or authorised service centre for repairs.
 Keep the device away from children, to prevent accidental damage.
 Do not touch the device with wet hands to prevent electrical shock or mechanical damage.
 Do not use the device if it should fall or the external casing is damaged. Risk of electrocution if the device is
used in such conditions. Contact the retailer or authorised installer.
1.3.3 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
 To prevent overheating the device, arrange it in a position allowing the flow of air through the slots in the casing.
Ensure at least 5 cm of free space when installing inside a rack. For the same reason, do not install sources of
heat, such as radiators or hot air ducts. Keep away from direct sunlight. Do not install in areas subject to
excessive dust, mechanical vibrations or shocks.
 Do not arrange this device on an unstable surface, such as a tottering or slanted table. The device could fall
causing injury or mechanical failures.
 Do not install the device in a place where it could be exposed to humidity or water. Do not direct a jet of water
onto the device: risk of fire, electrocution or mechanical failure.
 Stop using the device if water or other material should penetrate inside: risk of fire and electrocution. Contact
the retailer or authorised installer.
 Do not place heavy or heat generating objects on top of the device: this could damage the casing and/or
increase internal temperature causing faults.
 Do not cover the device with a cloth while it is running to prevent deforming the external casing and overheating
the internal parts: risk of fire, electrocution and mechanical failure.
 Keep magnets and magnetised objects away from the device to prevent faults.
 Do not use the device in presence of smoke, vapour, humidity, dust or intense vibrations.
 Wait for a while before operating a device immediately after transporting it from a cold place to a warm place
and vice versa. Wait on average for three hours: this will allow the device to adapt to the new ambient
(temperature, humidity, etc.).
1.3.4 CLEANING THE DEVICE
 Rub delicately with a dry cloth to remove dust and dirt.
 Dip the cloth in neutral detergent if dirt cannot be eliminated with a dry cloth alone.
 Do not use volatile liquids (such as petrol, alcohol, solvents, etc.) or chemically treated clothes to clean the
device to prevent deformation, deterioration or scratches to the paint finish.

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1.3.5 HARD DISK
 The hard disk installed in this device is sensitive to shocks, differences in temperature and vibrations.
Disrespect of these precautions can compromise correct operation of the device and cause loss of data stored
on the hard disk.
 If repairs are required, it is advisable to backup all important data before taking the device to the service centre.
URMET Domus S.p.A. is not liable for loss of stored data.
 The addition of a hard disk must be performed by qualified technical personnel or by contacting the technical
assistance service.
1.3.6 IMAGE RECORDING
 This device was designed to record images, not as a burglar alarm. URMET Domus S.p.A. cannot be held liable
for loss or damage following theft sustained by the user.
 Make a test recording before using the device to make sure that is working correctly. Please note that URMET
Domus S.p.A. is not liable for loss of stored data consequent to loss or damage caused by incorrect observation
installation, use, improper use or malfunctioning of the device.
 This device contains precision electronic components. Protect the device from shocks to ensure correct
recording of images.
1.3.7 PRIVACY AND COPYRIGHT
 The DVR DVS digital video recorder is a device for CCTV systems. Recording of imagines is subject to the laws
in force in your country. Recording of images protected by copyright is forbidden.
 Product users shall be responsible for checking and respecting all local rules and regulations concerning
monitoring and recording video signals. The manufacturing SHALL NOT BE LIABLE for use of this product not
in compliance with the laws in force.
1.3.8 SOFTWARE UPGRADES
 Regularly check the specific section of the manufacturer’s web site at http://www.urmetdomus.it for software
upgrades.
1.3.9 FIRMWARE UPGRADES
 Periodically check the URMET Domus SpA Customer Service Technical Area for firmware upgrades.
1.3.10 NETWORK INSTALLATION
 The factory default IP address of the DVR is the following: 192.0.0.64.
 Using the DVR Network OSD Menu, assign the DVR an IP address which hasn't been assigned to other
devices in order to prevent any network conflict.
 After assigning a proper IP address to the DVR, it can be connected to the Network.
1.3.11 NETWORK CONNECTION
 When connecting to a remote PC (using Client Software or I.E.), remember that all video channels used by the
PC correspond to a “unicast” type connection (TCP, RTP,UDP etc).
 The DVR is capable of supporting up to 24 “unicast” connections, i.e. up to 24 video channels connected in
TCP, RTP, UDP.

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2 DESCRIPTION OF THE PARTS
There are numerous ways to navigate and operate your DVR. You may use the Front Panel Controls, the included IR
(Infra-Red) Remote, a Mouse and the Soft Keyboard.
2.1 FRONT PANEL
Figure 1. DVR Front Panel Controls
The controls on the front panel include:
1. Power Button: Powers DVR on/off.
2. IR Receiver: Receiver for IR remote.
3. USB Ports: Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports for additional devices such as USB mouse and USB Hard
Disk Drive (HDD).
4. Status Indicators: Status indicators for different features of the DVR.
• Alarm: Alarm indicator turns red when a sensor alarm is detected.
• Ready: Ready indicator turns blue when DVR is functioning properly.
• Status: Status indicator turns blue when DVR is controlled by an IR remote. Indicator turns red when
controlled by a keyboard and purple when IR remote and keyboard is used at the same time.
• HDD: HDD indicator blinks red when data is being read from or written to HDD.
• Modem: Reserved
• TX/RX: TX/RX indictor blinks blue when network connection is functioning properly.
• Guard: Guard indicator turns blue when the device is armed, off when the device is unarmed. The
arm/disarm state can be initiated by pressing and holding on the ESC button for more than 3 seconds in
Preview mode.
5. Alphanumeric Buttons: Alphanumeric buttons used in various menus of the DVR. Some uses include:
• Switching to the corresponding channel in Preview or PTZ Control mode.
• Inputting numbers and characters in Edit mode.
• Switching between different channels in Playback mode.
6. Control Buttons:
• ESC Button: The ESC button is used to escape to the previous menu and to arm/disarm the DVR in
Preview mode.
• REC/SHOT Button: The REC/SHOT button is used to enter the Manual Record interface. If used when
controlling a PTZ, pressing the REC/SHOT button and then a Numeric button will call a PTZ preset.
• PLAY/AUTO Button: The PLAY/AUTO button is used to enter the Playback menu. It is also used to turn
audio on/off in the Playback menu and auto scan in the PTZ Control menu.
• ZOOM+ Button: The ZOOM+ button is used to zoom the PTZ camera in when in the PTZ Control menu.
• A/FOCUS+ Button: The A/FOCUS+ button is used to adjust focus in the PTZ Control menu. It is also
used to switch between input methods (upper and lowercase alphabet, symbols and numeric input). It
can also be used to clear entire masked areas, such as in the Motion Detection and Privacy Mask
menus.
• EDIT/IRIS+ Button: The EDIT/IRIS+ button is used to edit text fields. When editing text fields, it will also
function as a Backspace button to delete the character in front of the cursor. On checkbox fields,
pressing the EDIT/IRIS+ button will tick the checkbox. In PTZ Control mode, the EDIT/IRIS+ button
opens up the iris of the camera. In Playback mode, it can be used to generate video clips for backup.
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• MENU/WIPER Button: Pressing the MENU/WIPER button will return the user to the Main menu (after
successful login). Pressing and holding the button for 5 seconds will turn off audible key beep. The
MENU/WIPER button will also bring up Sensitivity Interface settings. In PTZ Control mode, the
MENU/WIPER button will start wiper (if applicable).
• F1/LIGHT Button: The F1/LIGHT button when used in a list field will select all items on the list. In PTZ
Control mode, it will turn on/off PTZ light.
• F2/AUX Button: The F2/AUX button is used to cycle through tab pages. It will also bring up the Channel
& OSD Position settings.
• MAIN/SPOT/ZOOM- Button: The MAIN/SPOT/ZOOM- button is used to switch to the control of spot
output. In PTZ Control mode, it can be used to zoom the camera out.
• PREV/FOCUS- Button: The PREV/FOCUS- button is used to switch between single screen and multi-
screen mode. In PTZ Control mode, it is used to adjust the focus in conjunction with the A/FOCUS+
button. It can also be used to select entire masked areas, such as in Motion Detection and Privacy Mask
menus.
• PTZ/IRIS- Button: The PTZ/IRIS- button is used to enter the PTZ Control mode. When in the PTZ
Control mode, it is used to close the iris of the PTZ camera.
7. DIRECTION/ENTER Buttons:
• DIRECTION Buttons: The DIRECTION buttons are used to navigate between different fields and items
in menus. In Playback mode, the Up and Down button is used to speed up and slow down recorded
video. The Left and Right button will select the next and previous day of recordings. In Preview mode,
these buttons can be used to cycle through channels.
• ENTER Button: The ENTER button is used to confirm selection in any of the menu modes. It can also be
used to tick checkbox fields. In Playback mode, it can be used to play or pause the video. In Single Play
mode, pressing the ENTER button will advance the video by a single frame.
8. JOG SHUTTLE Control: The JOG SHUTTLE control can be used to move the active selection in a menu.
The inner ring will move the selection up and down; the inner ring will move it left and right. In the Playback
mode, the inner ring is used to jump 30 seconds forward/backward in a video. The inner ring can be used
to speed up/slow down the video. In Preview mode, it can be used to cycle through different channels.
Note: If GUARD indicator is blue (default), all alarm event and exception settings are valid. Otherwise, alarm event and
exception settings will be invalid, but normal recording will still be available.
Note: It is important to note that you must click the EDIT button on either the remote or front panel on a text field before
you’re able to edit its content. After you’re done entering text, you must hit the ENTER button to be able to move on to
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2.2 REAR PANEL
Figure 2. Rear Panel Diagram
No. Item Description
VIDEO IN BNC connectors for analog video input.
1 AUDIO IN BNC connectors for analog audio input.
VIDEO
SPOT OUT
BNC connector for monitor. If HDMI is connected, interface is deactivated, If VGA is
connected, interface is for video output only. If VGA is not connected, interface is
for video output, playback and showing PTZ controls
2 AUDIO
SPOT OUT
BNC connector for audio output. If HDMI/VGA is connected, audio is synchronized
with HDMI/VGA. If HDMI/VGA is not connected, audio is synchronized with VIDEO
SPOT OUT.
VIDEO OUT
BNC connector for video output. If HDMI/VGA is connected, the interface is used for
spot output only with local video display, playback, recording and PTZ controls. If
HDMI/VGA is not connected, the interface is used as the main video output with
local video display and menu operations.
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AUDIO OUT BNC connector for audio output. This connector is synchronized with VIDEO OUT.
4 LINE IN 2 BNC connectors for audio input.
5 VGA VGA output. Display local video output and menu.
6 HDMI HDMI output
7 LAN
Interface Connector for LAN (Local Area Network)
8 USB
Interface Connector for USB devices.
9 Termination
Switch RS-485 termination switch. Up position is not terminated. Down is 120termination.
RS-485
Interface Connectors for RS-485 devices. T+, T- pin connects to PTZ.
Controller
port D+, D- pin connects to Ta, Tb pin of controller. For cascading devices, the first
DVR’s D+, D- pin should be connected with the D+, D- pin of the next DVR.
ALARM IN Connector for alarm input.
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ALARM OUT Connector for alarm output.
11 GROUND Ground(needs to be connected when DVR startup)
12 POWER AC 100~240V
13 eSATA e-SATA port for redundant recording and backup using external HDD
14 RS232 DB9 connector for RS232.
15 LOOP OUT Connector used to mirror the corresponding input video signal.
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2.3 IR REMOTE CONTROL
Figure 3. IR remote control
The keys on the remote control closely resemble the ones found on the front panel. Referring to Figure 3, they include:
1. POWER Button: Same as POWER button on front panel
2. DEV Button: Enables/Disables Remote Control.
3. Alphanumeric Buttons: Same as Alphanumeric buttons on front panel.
4. EDIT Button: Same as EDIT/IRIS+ button on front panel.
5. A Button: Same as A/FOCUS+ button on front panel.
6. REC Button: Same as REC/SHOT button on front panel.
7. PLAY Button: Same as PLAY/AUTO button on front panel.
8. INFO Button: Same as ZOOM+ button on front panel.
9. VOIP Button: Same as MAIN/SPOT/ZOOM- button on front panel.
10. MENU Button: Same as MENU/WIPER button on front panel.
11. PREV Button: Same as PREV/FOCUS- button on front panel.
12. DIRECTION/ENTER Buttons: Same as DIRECTION/ENTER buttons on front panel.
13. PTZ Button: Same as PTZ/IRIS- button on front panel.
14. ESC Button: Same as ESC button on front panel.
15. RESERVED: Reserved.
16. F1 Button: Same as F1/LIGHT button on front panel.
17. PTZ CONTROL Buttons: Buttons to adjust the iris, focus and zoom of a PTZ camera.
18. F2 Button: It is also used to cycle through tab pages.
2.3.1 BATTERIES
The remote control is powered by two size AAA batteries (included). To install, open the battery compartment cover and
insert in the compartment respecting the polarity shown. Close the cover after inserting the batteries. Point the remote
control towards the DVR receiver to use it.
Dispose of used batteries properly. Do not litter.

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2.4 MOUSE
Figure 4. mouse and control buttons (picture as indication only)
A regular 3-button (Left/Right/Scroll-wheel) USB mouse can also be used with this DVR. To use a USB mouse:
1. Plug USB mouse into one of the USB ports on the front panel of the DVR.
2. The mouse should automatically be detected. If in a rare case that the mouse is not detected, please refer
to the recommended device list from your provider.
The buttons on the mouse corresponds to:
1. Left Button:
• Single-Click: Select a component of a menu, such as a button or an input field. This is similar to pressing
the ENTER button on the remote/front panel controls.
• Double-Click: Switch between single screen and multi-screen mode in Preview mode.
• Click and Drag: Clicking and dragging the Left mouse button can be used to control the pan/tilt of a PTZ
camera as well as to vary the position of digital zoom area and camera OSD. It can also be used to setup
the alarm areas.
2. Scroll-Wheel:
• Scroll Up: In Preview mode, scrolling up will switch to the previous screen. In Menu mode, it will move
the selection to the previous item.
• Scroll Down: In Preview mode, scrolling down will switch to the next screen. In Menu mode, it will move
the selection to the next item.
3. Right Button:
• Single-Click: Shows pop-up menu.
1 - Left button
3 - Right button
2 - Scroll wheel

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2.5 USING THE SOFT KEYBOARD
When a mouse is used to perform task on the DVR, clicking on a text input field will bring up the Soft Keyboard, shown in
Figure 5.
Figure 5. Soft Keyboard
The buttons on the soft keyboard represents:
Lowercase: Designates lowercase input is being used.
Uppercase: Designates uppercase input is being used.
Switch to Lowercase: Switch to lowercase input.
Switch to Uppercase: Switch to uppercase input.
Number: Designates number input is being used.
Symbols: Switch to symbols input.
Backspace: Delete the character in front of the cursor.
Enter: Confirm selection.
ESC: Exit out of Soft Keyboard.
Figure 6. Soft Keyboard Buttons

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3 PRODUCT APPLICATION DIAGRAM
Figure 1. Product Application Diagram

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4 GENERAL SETTINGS
Proper startup and shutdown procedures are crucial to expanding the life of your DVR.
4.1 SWITCH-ON
To startup your DVR:
1. Ensure the power supply is plugged into an electrical outlet. It is HIGHLY recommended that an
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) be used in conjunction with the unit.
2. Turn on the switch on rear panel
3. After startup, the Status indicator LED will remain green.
4.2 HOW TO SWITCH THE DEVICE OFF
There are two proper ways to shut down DVR:
4.2.1 SHUTDOWN IN MENU
1. Enter the Shutdown menu, shown in Figure 1 by clicking on Menu > Shutdown.
Figure 1. Shutdown Menu
2. Select the Shutdown button.
3. Turn off switch on rear panel.
4.2.2 MANUAL SHUTDOWN
1. Press and hold the POWER button for 3 seconds.
2. Enter the administrator’s username and password in the dialog box for authentication.
3. Click the Yes button.
4. Message “Are you sure to turn off DVR?” will popup.
5. Click “Yes” then message “Shutting down” will pop up.
6. Turn off switch on rear panel.
4.3 REMOTE CONTROL ENABLE
Aim the remote control at the IR receiver located at the front of the unit to test operation. If there is no response:
1. Using the front control panel or the mouse, go into Menu > Settings > General > More Settings.
2. Check and remember DVR ID#. The default ID# is 255. This ID# is valid for all IR controls.
3. Press the DEV button on the remote.
4. Enter the DVR ID# from step 2.
5. Press the ENTER button on the remote.
If the Status indicator on the front panel turns blue, the remote control is operating properly. If the Status indicator does
not turn blue and there is still no response from the remote, please check the following:
1. Batteries are installed correctly and the polarities of the batteries are not reversed.
2. Batteries are fresh and not out of charge.
3. IR receiver is not obstructed.

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4.4 REBOOTING AND LOCKING YOUR DVR
While in the Shutdown menu (Figure 1), you may also reboot or lock your DVR. Locking your DVR will return you to the
Live Preview mode, which will require an user name and password to exit out of it. The Reboot button will reboot your
DVR.
To reboot or lock your DVR:
1. Enter the Shutdown menu by clicking Menu > Shutdown.
2. Select the Lock button to lock the DVR or the Reboot button to reboot the DVR.
4.5 USING THE SETUP WIZARD
By default, the Setup Wizard will start once the DVR has loaded, as shown in Figure 2. The Setup Wizard will walk you
through some of the more important settings of your DVR. If you do not wish to use the Setup Wizard at this time, click
the Cancel button. You may also choose to use the Setup Wizard at a later time by leaving the “Start Wizard when DVR
starts?” checkbox checked.
Figure 2. Setup Wizard
To start using the Setup Wizard:
1. Click the Next button on the Wizard window. This will take you to the User Permission window, shown in
Figure 3.
Figure 3. User Permission

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2. Navigate to the Admin Password input field.
3. Enter the admin password into the Admin Password input field. By default, the password is 12345.
4. To change the admin password, check the New Admin Password checkbox. Enter the new password
and confirm the password in the given fields.
5. Click the Next button. This will take you to the HDD Management window, shown in Figure 4.
Figure 4. HDD Management
6. To start HDD management, click the Enter button.
7. If a new HDD was recently installed, select the HDD from the list to initialize it. Initializing the HDD will
format and remove all data from it.
8. After the HDD has been initialized, click the OK button which will take you back to the Setup Wizard
window.
9. Click the Next button. This will take you to the Record Settings window, as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5. Record Settings
10. To enter the Record Settings window, click the Enter button.

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11. Select the Schedule tab, shown in Figure 6.
Figure 6. Schedule Settings
12. Click the Edit button. This will open up a new recording schedule, shown in Figure 7.
13. Check both the Enable Schedule and All Day checkbox. This will enable the recording schedule and
have it record continuously all day.
Figure 7. Edit Schedule Settings
14. Click the OK button. This will take you back to the Schedule tab. To copy the schedule to a different
channel, select the channel or all under Copy To and click the Copy button.
15. Click the Next button. This will take you to the Network Settings window, shown in Figure 8.
Figure 8. Network Settings

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16. To configure network settings, click the Enter button.
17. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway.
18. Click the OK button to return to the Setup Wizard.
19. If all the settings are entered as desired, click the Done button to finish and exit the Setup Wizard.
Congratulations! You’ve completed the Setup Wizard. The next step in the initial setup process is to setup the system
date and time.
4.6 SETTING DATE & TIME
It is extremely important to setup the system date and time to accurately timestamp recordings and events.
To setup date and time:
1. Open the Menu window by clicking the MENU button on the remote or front panel. You can also go to the
Menu window by right clicking with the mouse and clicking the Menu button.
2. Click the Setting icon.
3. Click the General icon. You will be taken to the General Settings window, as shown in Figure 9.
Figure 9. General Settings
4. Enter the correct date and time under System Time.
5. Click the Apply button to save the settings.