Value-Top VT-1104WL User manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTION......................................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1 Product Overview ................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 Rear Panel..................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Remote Controller (For Reference Only)....................................................................................... 2
Chapter 2 DVR Installation & Connection........................................................................................... 3
2.1 HDD Installation............................................................................................................................. 3
2.2 Connection Diagram...................................................................................................................... 4
2.3 Power Supply Connection ............................................................................................................. 4
Chapter 3 DVR Common Operations................................................................................................... 5
3.1 Using the Supplied Mouse............................................................................................................. 5
3.2 Using the Virtual Keyboard............................................................................................................ 5
3.3 Password....................................................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 4 DVR Starting up ................................................................................................................... 7
4.1 Start Wizard................................................................................................................................... 7
4.1.1 Start Wizard............................................................................................................................ 7
4.1.2 Network Configuration ............................................................................................................ 7
4.1.3 Date/Time................................................................................................................................ 9
4.1.4 IP Camera............................................................................................................................. 10
4.1.5 Disk....................................................................................................................................... 12
4.1.6 Resolution............................................................................................................................. 12
4.1.7 Mobile ................................................................................................................................... 13
4.1.8 Summary............................................................................................................................... 13
4.2 Live View Screen Overview......................................................................................................... 14
4.2.1 Camera Quick Toolbar.......................................................................................................... 15
4.2.2 Taskbar.................................................................................................................................. 15
4.2.3 Start Menu ............................................................................................................................ 16
4.2.3.1 Unlock and Lock Screen............................................................................................................... 16
4.2.3.2 Shutdown...................................................................................................................................... 17
Chapter 5 DVR System Setup ............................................................................................................ 18
5.1 Channel ....................................................................................................................................... 18
5.1.1 Channel................................................................................................................................. 19
5.1.1.1 Analog Channels........................................................................................................................... 19
5.1.1.2 IP Channels................................................................................................................................... 19
5.1.1.3 Protocol Manage........................................................................................................................... 21
5.1.2 Live........................................................................................................................................ 22
5.1.3 Image Control ....................................................................................................................... 23
5.1.4 PTZ ....................................................................................................................................... 24
5.1.4.1 PTZ control ................................................................................................................................... 24
5.1.5 Motion ................................................................................................................................... 26
5.1.6 PIR........................................................................................................................................ 28
5.1.7 Video Cover .......................................................................................................................... 29
5.1.8 Intelligent............................................................................................................................... 30

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5.1.8.1 PID (Perimeter Intrusion Detection).............................................................................................. 31
5.1.8.2 LCD (Line Crossing Detection)...................................................................................................... 33
5.1.8.3 SOD (Stationary Object Detection)............................................................................................... 35
5.1.8.4 PD (Pedestrian Detection) ............................................................................................................ 37
5.1.8.5 FD (Face Detection)...................................................................................................................... 39
5.1.8.6 CC (Cross-Counting)..................................................................................................................... 40
5.1.8.7 Intelligent Analysis......................................................................................................................... 43
5.1.8.8 Intelligent Schedule....................................................................................................................... 43
5.2 Record ......................................................................................................................................... 44
5.2.1 Encode.................................................................................................................................. 44
5.2.2 Record .................................................................................................................................. 45
5.2.2.1 Record .......................................................................................................................................... 45
5.2.2.2 Record Schedule........................................................................................................................... 46
5.2.3 Capture ................................................................................................................................. 47
5.2.3.1 Capture......................................................................................................................................... 47
5.2.3.2 Capture Schedule......................................................................................................................... 47
5.3 Alarm............................................................................................................................................ 48
5.3.1 Motion ................................................................................................................................... 48
5.3.2 I/O ......................................................................................................................................... 48
5.3.3 PIR........................................................................................................................................ 49
5.3.4 PTZ Linkage.......................................................................................................................... 49
5.3.5 Exception .............................................................................................................................. 50
5.4 Network........................................................................................................................................ 51
5.4.1 General ................................................................................................................................. 51
5.4.4.1 PPPoE .......................................................................................................................................... 52
5.4.1.2 3G................................................................................................................................................. 53
5.4.1.3 Port Configuration......................................................................................................................... 53
5.4.2 DDNS.................................................................................................................................... 54
5.4.3 Email..................................................................................................................................... 55
5.4.3.1 Email Configuration....................................................................................................................... 55
5.4.3.2 Email Schedule............................................................................................................................. 56
5.4.4 FTP ....................................................................................................................................... 57
5. 5 Device......................................................................................................................................... 58
5. 5.1 Disk...................................................................................................................................... 58
5.5.1.1 Disk Group.................................................................................................................................... 59
5.5.1.2 S.M.A.R.T ..................................................................................................................................... 60
5.5.2 Cloud..................................................................................................................................... 61
5.6 System......................................................................................................................................... 62
5.6.1 General ................................................................................................................................. 62
5.6.1.1 Date and Time............................................................................................................................... 63
5.6.1.2 NTP Settings................................................................................................................................. 64
5.6.1.3 DST Settings................................................................................................................................. 64
5.6.2 Output Configuration............................................................................................................. 65
5.6.2.1 LIVE-OUT ..................................................................................................................................... 66
5.6.3 Multi-user .............................................................................................................................. 67
5.6.3.1 Changing Password...................................................................................................................... 67
5.6.3.2 Add New Users ............................................................................................................................. 68

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5.6.3.3 Setting User Permissions.............................................................................................................. 68
5.6.4 Maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 70
5.6.4.1 Log................................................................................................................................................ 70
5.6.4.2 Load Default.................................................................................................................................. 71
5.6.4.3 Upgrade........................................................................................................................................ 72
5.6.4.4 Parameter Management ............................................................................................................... 72
5.6.4.4 Auto Reboot .................................................................................................................................. 73
5.6.5 IP Camera Maintain .............................................................................................................. 73
5.6.5.1 Upgrade IP Camera...................................................................................................................... 74
5.6.5.2 Load Default Settings for IP Camera............................................................................................. 74
5.6.6 System Information............................................................................................................... 75
5.6.6.1 Information.................................................................................................................................... 75
5.6.6.2 Channel Information...................................................................................................................... 75
5.6.6.3 Record Information........................................................................................................................ 76
5.6.6.4 Network State................................................................................................................................ 76
Chapter 6 Search, Playback & Backup.............................................................................................. 77
6.1 Using Search Function ................................................................................................................ 77
6.1.1 Search & Play Video in General ........................................................................................... 79
6.1.1.1 Video Clip Backup......................................................................................................................... 79
6.1.2 Event Search, Playback & Backup....................................................................................... 81
6.1.2.1 Event Playback Control................................................................................................................. 82
6.1.3 Sub-periods Playback........................................................................................................... 83
6.1.4 Smart Search & Playback..................................................................................................... 84
6.1.4.1 Smart Search Area........................................................................................................................ 85
6.1.5 Picture Search & View.......................................................................................................... 86
6.1.5.1 Picture Preview Control................................................................................................................. 87
Chapter 7 Remote Access via Web Client......................................................................................... 88
7.1 Basic System Environment Requirements.................................................................................. 88
7.2 Web Plugin Download and Installation........................................................................................ 88
7.3 Web Client Manager.................................................................................................................... 91
7.3.1 Live Interface ........................................................................................................................ 91
7.3.2 Playback ............................................................................................................................... 93
7.3.2.1 Playback Control Buttons.............................................................................................................. 94
7.3.3 Remote Setting..................................................................................................................... 96
7.3.4 Local Setting......................................................................................................................... 96
Chapter 8 Viewing Backed Up Video on PC/Mac ............................................................................. 97
Chapter 9 Remote Access via Mobiel Devices............................................................................... 100
Chapter 10 Appendix......................................................................................................................... 103
10.1 Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................... 103
10.2 Usage Maintenance................................................................................................................. 104
10.3 Accessories (For reference only)............................................................................................. 105

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SAFETY INSTRUCTION
Please carefully read the following safety instruction so as to avoid personal injuries and prevent
the equipment and other connection devices from being damaged.
1. Power sources (note: please use the power supply attached or specified by the
manufacturer)
Never operate the equipment by using unspecified power supply.
2. Never push objects of any kind through openings of DVR
Never push objects of any kind through openings of DVR so as to avoid electric shock or other
accidents.
3. Do not put the equipment in the dusty field
Do not put the equipment in the dusty field.
4. Do not place the equipment under rain or humid environment
Do not place the equipment under humid environment like basement. If the equipment is
accidentally in contact with water, please unplug the power cable and immediately contact your
local dealer.
5. Keep the surface of the equipment clean and dry
Use soft damp cloth to clean the outer case of DVR (do not use liquid aerosol cleaners)
6. Do not operate if any problems are found
If there are any strange smell or sound from DVR, unplug the power cable and contact the
authorized dealer or service center.
7. Do not try to remove the upper cover
Warning: Do not remove the cap of DVR so as to avoid electric shock.
8. Handle with care
If DVR does not work normally because of hitting on the hard object, please contact the
authorized dealer for repair or replacement.
9. Use standard lithium battery (Note: Use the batteries attached or specified by the
manufacturer)
After cutting off the power supply, if the system clock cannot continue to work, please replace
the standard 3V lithium battery on the main board.
Warning: Turn off DVR before replacing the batteries, or you may be suffered from serious
electric shock. Please properly dispose of the used batteries.
10. Put the equipment in a place with good ventilation
The DVR system includes HDD, which produces large amount of heat during operation. As a
result, do not block the ventilation openings (on the top, bottom, both sides and the reverse side)
for cooling the system during operation. Install or put the equipment in the place with good
ventilation.
11. The attached power adapter can only be used for 1 set of DVR. Do not connect more
equipment, or DVR may be restarted repeatedly because of insufficient power.
12. Prevent the equipment from water dropping or splashing. Do not place objects
containing water, such as flower vase, on the equipment.

Chapter 1 Product Overview
1.1 Rear Panel
Item Description
VIDEO INPUT Connect with video input devices, standard BNC port
AUDIO INPUT Connect with audio input signals, RCAport
AUDIO OUTPUT Audio signal output, RCAport
USB port Connect the supplied mouse or USB flash memory
VGA Connect to your TV or a monitor with VGAinput.
HDMI Connect to your digital TV or monitor with HDMI input
LAN Connect to your home network
e-SATA Optional. Connect to e-SATA HDD for recording & backup
RS-485 Connect to PTZ devices
Sensor & Alarm Optional. Connect to external sensor & alarm devices
Power Connect to the supplied power adaptor
Power Switch Turn on /off power supply
AUDIO INPUT (5-16)
For some models to connect to audio inputs with supplied connector
AUDIO INPUT (1-4) & VIDEO INPUT (25-32)
For some 32CH DVR to connect to audio inputs & video inputs (25CH ~ 32CH) with supplied connector
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1.2 Remote Controller (For Reference Only)
No.
Icon
Description
1 1-8 Numeric keys
Press to display channel 1~8
2 9、0 Numeric keys
3 ALL Press to display all channels
Multiple display mode
4 Menu Press to enter or exit the Main Menu
5 Mute Mute On/off
6 Submenu Go to submenu
7 Up arrow key; Volume increase
8 SEL
Press to enter the selected menu item and
edit the setting
9 Left/Right key; Decrease/increase parameter
value of control bar.
10 Down arrow key; Volume decrease
11 Press to rewind during video playback
12 Press to fast forward during video playback
13 Press to play recorded video or enter the
recording search menu
14 Press to start manual recording
15 Press to stop manual recording or stop the
video playback
16 Press to pause the video playback or enter
frame-playback mode
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Chapter 2 DVR Installation & Connection
2.1 HDD Installation
Depending on the package you have purchased, the hard disk drive may be included in the full
package. If it is not pre-installed, follow the installation instructions on this user manual.
Caution: DO NOT install or remove the hard disk drive while the device power is turned ON.
HDD Installation:
(1) Cut power firstly, and then remove screws on both sides & rear panel, and open DVR upper cover.
(2) Connect the data and power cables to the HDD and place the HDD on the DVR case.
Carefully flip the DVR case and secure the HDD to the DVR with the screws.
(3) Put the upper cover back carefully, and fix the cover with screws.
Note:Above procedures are for reference only. The practical operation may be different
depending on the DVR you purchased.
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2.2 Connection Diagram
Note:Above diagram is for reference only. The practical connection may be different depending
on the DVR you purchased.
2.3 Power Supply Connection
Caution: Use only the supplied power adapter that came with the DVR
Connect one end of the power adapter to the power connector on the back of the DVR. Plug the other
end of the power adapter into the wall outlet.
For some specific models, you may need to press the Power switch to turn on the power.
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Chapter 3 DVR Common Operations
3.1 Using the Supplied Mouse
1. Left Button:
oClick to select menu options.
oDuring live viewing in split-screen view, double-click on a channel to view it in full-screen.
Double-click the channel again to return to split-screen viewing.
oClick upon a channel on Live Viewing screen to open Camera Quick Toolbar.
oClick and hold to drag sliders and scales on menu mode
2. Right Button:
oClick once to open the Taskbar on the Live Viewing screen. View Taskbar on 4.2.2 Taskbar
oIn menus, click to go back / close menus.
3. Scroll Wheel:
oIn menus, scroll to move up / down through the menu content.
oWhile hovering over the volume control wheel, scroll to turn system volume up / down.
3.2 Using the Virtual Keyboard
You will see the virtual keyboard automatically on the screen when you need to enter data
Click to delete a
character
Click to complete
the enter
Click to toggle the keyboard to
upper case and more punctuation
Move the cursor to left
Move the cursor to right
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