Vicon VDR-208 User manual

VDR-208&216 USER MANUAL
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Vicon Industries Inc. does not warrant that the functions contained in this equipment will meet your
requirements or that the operation will be entirely error free or perform precisely as described in the
documentation. This system has not been designed to be used in life-critical situations and must
not be used for this purpose.
Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
Copyright ©2005 Vicon Industries Inc.All rights reserved.
Product specifications subject to change without notice.
Vicon and its logo are registered trademarks of Vicon Industries Inc.
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Vicon part number 8009-8165-30-00 Rev 206


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Table of contents
1. SYSTEM OVERVIEWS ..........................................................10
1.1 SAFETY ................................................................................................................................ 10
1.2 COMPONENTS & OPTION...................................................................................................... 13
1.2.1 Components......................................................................................................................... 13
1.2.2 Options ................................................................................................................................ 13
1.3 FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................... 14
1.3.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 14
1.3.2 Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 15
1.4 NAME, FUNCTION & CONNECTIONS ..................................................................................... 16
1.4.1 Front view ........................................................................................................................... 16
1.4.2 Rear panel view................................................................................................................... 19
1.4.3 Remote controller function.................................................................................................. 20
1.5. INSTALLATION .......................................................................22
1.5.1. Installation and connection.................................................................................................. 22
1.5.1.1. Camera................................................................................................................................................ 22
1.5.1.2. Video Out............................................................................................................................................ 23
1.5.1.3. Audio .................................................................................................................................................. 23
1.5.1.4. RS-232 ................................................................................................................................................ 23
1.5.1.5. PTZ/AUX/ALARM ............................................................................................................................ 23
1.5.1.6. Network .............................................................................................................................................. 24
1.5.1.7. USB flash memory.............................................................................................................................. 24
2. BASIC OPERATION PROCEDURES ...................................25
2.5. POWER ON/OFF.................................................................................................................... 25
2.5.1. Power on.............................................................................................................................. 25
2.5.2. Power OFF .......................................................................................................................... 25
2.6. DATE & TIME SETTING ......................................................................................................... 25
2.7. CHANGE OF LIVE VIDEO CHANNEL IN MUX MODE ................................................................ 25
2.8. PASSWORD SETTING PROCEDURE.......................................................................................... 25
2.9. NETWORK SETTING .............................................................................................................. 26
2.10. RECORDING.......................................................................................................................... 26

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2.10.1. Recording types................................................................................................................... 26
2.10.2. Recording modes................................................................................................................. 26
2.11. PLAYBACK ........................................................................................................................... 26
2.11.1. Press the Play button ........................................................................................................... 26
1.4.2 Audio files........................................................................................................................... 26
2.12. SEARCH................................................................................................................................ 26
2.12.1. Search mode ........................................................................................................................ 26
2.12.2. Search method..................................................................................................................... 26
2.13. BACKUP ............................................................................................................................... 27
2.13.1. CD-RW................................................................................................................................ 27
2.13.2. USB flash memory .............................................................................................................. 27
2.13.3. Network............................................................................................................................... 27
2.14. CLIENT PROGRAM ................................................................................................................ 27
2.14.1. RAMS (Remote Access & Monitoring System) ................................................................. 27
2.14.2. UniPlayer............................................................................................................................. 28
2.14.3. MultiViewer ........................................................................................................................ 28
2.14.4. Quick Installer..................................................................................................................... 28
3. MAIN SETUP SCREEN ..........................................................29
3.5. CAMERA SETUP MENU ......................................................................................................... 29
3.5.1. Channel number................................................................................................................... 30
3.5.2. Camera Name Edit .............................................................................................................. 30
3.5.3. Camera hide ........................................................................................................................ 31
3.5.4. Picture Setting ..................................................................................................................... 31
3.5.4.1. Contrast, Brightness, Hue, .................................................................................................................. 31
3.5.4.2. Default ................................................................................................................................................ 31
3.5.5. PTZ setup ............................................................................................................................ 32
3.5.5.1. Model Number.................................................................................................................................... 32
3.5.5.2. PTZ ID................................................................................................................................................ 33
3.5.5.3. Reverse Control .................................................................................................................................. 33
3.5.5.4. RS-485 Setting.................................................................................................................................... 33
3.5.5.5. TEST................................................................................................................................................... 33
3.5.5.6. Additional PTZ Menus........................................................................................................................ 33
3.5.6. Sequence time ..................................................................................................................... 34
3.5.7. Loop Through Setup............................................................................................................ 34

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3.6. RECORD SETUP MENU .......................................................................................................... 35
3.6.1. Resolution ........................................................................................................................... 35
3.2.2 Audio Sync.................................................................................................................................................... 35
3.3.3. Channel number.................................................................................................................................. 35
1.4.4 Quality................................................................................................................................. 35
1.4.5 Frame rate............................................................................................................................ 35
1.4.6 Record mode ....................................................................................................................... 36
3.6.2. Record Schedule Setup........................................................................................................ 37
3.7. EVENT SETUP MENU ............................................................................................................ 38
3.7.1. Motion Detection Setting .................................................................................................... 38
3.7.1.1. Channel............................................................................................................................................... 39
3.7.1.2. Sensitivity ........................................................................................................................................... 39
3.7.1.3. Detection Zone.................................................................................................................................... 39
3.7.2. Sensor Setting...................................................................................................................... 40
3.7.2.1. Sensor Type......................................................................................................................................... 40
3.7.2.2. Channel Link....................................................................................................................................... 40
3.7.3. Alarm Output ...................................................................................................................... 41
3.7.3.1. Sensor ................................................................................................................................................. 41
3.7.3.2. Motion ................................................................................................................................................ 41
3.7.3.3. Relay Time.......................................................................................................................................... 41
3.7.4. Post Alarm Record Time ..................................................................................................... 41
3.7.5. FTP Setting.......................................................................................................................... 42
3.7.5.1. FTP Server IP address......................................................................................................................... 42
3.7.5.2. ID........................................................................................................................................................ 43
3.7.5.3. Password ............................................................................................................................................. 43
3.7.5.4. Target Path .......................................................................................................................................... 44
3.7.5.5. FTP Length of Image (second) ........................................................................................................... 44
3.7.6. FTP Trigger Setting............................................................................................................. 44
3.7.6.1. Sensor ................................................................................................................................................. 45
3.7.6.2. Motion ................................................................................................................................................ 45
3.7.7. E-Mail Address Setting ....................................................................................................... 45
3.7.8. E-Mail Setting ..................................................................................................................... 46
3.7.8.1. Send (Period) ...................................................................................................................................... 46
3.7.8.2. Prohibition setting............................................................................................................................... 47
3.7.8.3. SMTP Server IP address ..................................................................................................................... 47
3.7.8.4. Authentication..................................................................................................................................... 47

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3.7.9. Event Log ............................................................................................................................ 48
3.8. PLAYBACK SETUP ................................................................................................................ 48
3.8.1. Channel ............................................................................................................................... 48
3.8.2. Starting Point....................................................................................................................... 49
3.8.3. Audio................................................................................................................................... 49
3.9. DISPLAY SETUP SCREEN ....................................................................................................... 49
3.10. NETWORK SETUP SCREEN .................................................................................................... 50
3.10.1. DDNS setting ...................................................................................................................... 50
3.10.2. Remote Connection Login Password .................................................................................. 52
3.10.3. Network Type...................................................................................................................... 52
3.10.4. Static.................................................................................................................................... 53
3.10.4.1. DDNS On/off...................................................................................................................................... 53
3.10.4.2. Port...................................................................................................................................................... 53
3.10.4.3. IP Address........................................................................................................................................... 53
3.10.4.4. Subnet Mask ....................................................................................................................................... 53
3.10.4.5. Gateway .............................................................................................................................................. 53
3.6.5.1 Port 54
1.4.6 PPPoE.................................................................................................................................. 54
3.10.4.6. Port...................................................................................................................................................... 55
3.10.4.7. ID........................................................................................................................................................ 55
3.10.4.8. Password ............................................................................................................................................. 55
3.10.5. Changing the Network configuration .................................................................................. 56
3.11. SYSTEM SETUP SCREEN........................................................................................................ 56
3.11.1. DVR Name.......................................................................................................................... 56
3.11.2. System Password................................................................................................................. 57
3.11.2.1. Password Setting................................................................................................................................. 58
3.11.2.2. Password Apply .................................................................................................................................. 58
3.11.2.3. Auto Key Lock.................................................................................................................................... 59
3.11.3. Time / Date.......................................................................................................................... 59
3.11.3.1. Set up Time / Date .............................................................................................................................. 59
3.11.3.2. Time / Date Format ............................................................................................................................. 59
3.11.3.3. Day Light Saving Time....................................................................................................................... 59
3.11.4. Buzzer ................................................................................................................................. 60
3.11.5. Language............................................................................................................................. 60
3.11.6. HDD Setup .......................................................................................................................... 60
3.11.6.1. The number of HDD ........................................................................................................................... 61

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3.11.6.2. Write Mode ......................................................................................................................................... 61
3.11.6.3. Forced Deletion................................................................................................................................... 61
3.11.6.4. Hard Disk............................................................................................................................................ 62
3.11.7. Aux Port .............................................................................................................................. 62
3.11.7.1. Active.................................................................................................................................................. 63
3.11.7.2. Function .............................................................................................................................................. 63
3.11.8. Factory Default.................................................................................................................... 63
3.11.9. Software Upgrade................................................................................................................ 64
3.12. BACKUP ............................................................................................................................... 64
3.12.1. Backup Device .................................................................................................................... 65
3.12.2. Start Time............................................................................................................................ 65
3.12.3. End Time ............................................................................................................................. 65
3.12.4. Channel ............................................................................................................................... 65
3.12.5. Event ................................................................................................................................... 65
3.12.6. Backup Start ........................................................................................................................ 65
3.12.7. Format ................................................................................................................................. 65
3.13. SYSTEM LOG ........................................................................................................................ 66
3.14. SYSTEM INFORMATION......................................................................................................... 66
3.14.1. Video type ........................................................................................................................... 67
3.14.2. H/W version ........................................................................................................................ 67
3.14.3. S/W version......................................................................................................................... 67
3.14.4. KERNEL version ................................................................................................................ 67
3.14.5. Mac Address........................................................................................................................ 67
3.15. SEARCH MENU..................................................................................................................... 67
3.15.1. Search by Time.................................................................................................................... 68
3.15.1.1. Starting Time ...................................................................................................................................... 68
3.15.1.2. Ending Time........................................................................................................................................ 68
3.15.1.3. Channel............................................................................................................................................... 68
3.15.1.4. Event................................................................................................................................................... 68
3.15.1.5. Example of Search Result ................................................................................................................... 69
3.15.2. Search of still image............................................................................................................ 69
3.15.2.1. Screen of search .................................................................................................................................. 69
3.15.3. Search of back up HDD....................................................................................................... 70
3.16. PLAYBACK........................................................................................................................ 70
3.16.1. PLAYBACK of recorded Images ........................................................................................ 70
3.16.1.1. Method of playback ............................................................................................................................ 70

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3.16.1.2. Screen of played back. ........................................................................................................................ 71
3.16.1.3. Control during play back..................................................................................................................... 71
3.16.2. Playback of still image ........................................................................................................ 72
3.16.2.1. Method of playback ............................................................................................................................ 72
3.16.2.2. Screen of playing back........................................................................................................................ 73
3.16.2.3. Control during Play back .................................................................................................................... 73
3.16.3. Playback the backed up-image ............................................................................................ 73
3.17. MISCELLANEOUS MENU....................................................................................................... 74
3.17.1. NET..................................................................................................................................... 74
3.17.2. OSD..................................................................................................................................... 75
3.17.3. Audio Mute ......................................................................................................................... 75
3.17.4. HDD .................................................................................................................................... 75
3.17.5. LOG .................................................................................................................................... 75
4. UDR-208/216 CLIENT PROGRAM .......................................76
4.5. OVERVIEW OF UDR-208/216 ............................................................................................... 76
4.5.1. PC requirement (minimum)................................................................................................. 76
4.6. INSTALLATION & EXECUTION OF PROGRAM.......................................................................... 76
4.7. RAMS (REMOTE ACCESS & MONITORING SYSTEM) ........................................................... 77
4.7.1. Screen and button ................................................................................................................ 77
4.7.2. Connecting to DVR............................................................................................................. 78
4.7.3. UniPlayer link ..................................................................................................................... 79
4.7.4. Full-screen display .............................................................................................................. 80
4.7.5. Program setup...................................................................................................................... 81
4.7.6. DVR recording .................................................................................................................... 81
4.7.7. DVR playback search.......................................................................................................... 82
4.7.8. DVR playback search.......................................................................................................... 83
4.7.9. DVR backup........................................................................................................................ 86
4.7.10. DVR Setting ........................................................................................................................ 87
4.7.11. Still image Capture.............................................................................................................. 87
4.7.12. Watermark insertion ............................................................................................................ 88
4.7.13. Printing still image .............................................................................................................. 88
4.7.14. Motion picture recording..................................................................................................... 88
4.7.15. PAN/TILT, ZOOM/FOCUS ................................................................................................ 89
4.7.16. HDD Information ................................................................................................................ 89

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4.7.17. Check the program version.................................................................................................. 90
4.7.18. S/W upgrade of DVR .......................................................................................................... 91
4.7.19. Program minimizing............................................................................................................ 91
4.7.20. Close program ..................................................................................................................... 92
4.8. UNIPLAYER .......................................................................................................................... 92
4.8.1. Screen and button ................................................................................................................ 92
4.8.2. Search.................................................................................................................................. 93
4.8.2.1. Search option from video image & backup file................................................................................... 93
4.8.2.2. Search option for still image ............................................................................................................... 95
4.8.3. Searching by directory ........................................................................................................ 96
4.8.4. Still Image Capture.............................................................................................................. 97
4.8.5. Input water mark ................................................................................................................. 98
4.8.6. Printing still image .............................................................................................................. 98
4.8.7. Moving picture file playback, playing, pause, temporarily pause, move ............................ 98
by interval of frame, fast forward Playing .................................................................................................... 98
4.8.8. Water mark drawing ............................................................................................................ 99
4.8.9. Panorama........................................................................................................................... 100
4.8.10. Check the program version................................................................................................ 102
4.8.11. Close Program...................................................................................................................102
4.9. MULTIVIEWER ................................................................................................................... 102
4.9.1. Program login.................................................................................................................... 102
4.9.2. Screen and Button ............................................................................................................. 104
4.9.3. DVR LIST management & connection ............................................................................. 105
4.9.4. Camera On/Off.................................................................................................................. 106
4.9.5. Full Screen ........................................................................................................................ 107
4.9.6. Program Setup...................................................................................................................107
4.9.7. Link with UniPlayer .......................................................................................................... 108
4.9.8. PAN/TILT, ZOOM/FOCUS .............................................................................................. 108
4.9.9. HDD Information .............................................................................................................. 108
4.9.10. Confirmation of Version of Program................................................................................. 109
4.9.11. Minimizing of program ..................................................................................................... 109
4.9.12. Closing of Program ........................................................................................................... 109
4.10. QUICK INSTALLER ...............................................................................................................110
4.10.1. Select model .......................................................................................................................110
4.10.2. System parameter setting....................................................................................................110
4.10.3. Communication over Network or serial port......................................................................111

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4.11. CONNECTION BY INTERNET EXPLORER ...............................................................................112
4.11.1. Security setup .....................................................................................................................112
4.11.2. Download ActiveX control ................................................................................................112
4.11.3. Connection with DVR........................................................................................................112
Fill the address of DVR up in the address window of Internet Explorer......................................................112
4.11.4. Login ..................................................................................................................................112
4.11.5. Connected screen................................................................................................................113
4.11.6. Search.................................................................................................................................114
4.11.7. Playback .............................................................................................................................114
5. APPENDIX.............................................................................. 115
5.5. INSTALLING HDD ...............................................................................................................115
5.5.1. Installing single hard disk drive .........................................................................................115
5.6. TERMINAL INFORMATION ....................................................................................................118
5.6.1. DSUB-9P (RS-232)............................................................................................................118
5.6.2. DSUB-15P (PTZ / AUX / ALARM / SENSOR) ...............................................................119
5.7. FACTORY DEFAULT V
ALUE ................................................................................................. 121
5.7.1. Main Menu ........................................................................................................................ 121
5.7.2. Search Menu...................................................................................................................... 124
5.8. PROTOCOL ......................................................................................................................... 125
5.8.1. Code table.......................................................................................................................... 125
5.8.2. Usage................................................................................................................................. 126
5.9. HDD RECORDING TIME TABLE ........................................................................................... 127

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1. SYSTEM OVERVIEWS
1.1 Safety
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain
or moisture.
The symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the unit.
The symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
Warning -- This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at its own expense.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or any means,
electronic or mechanical, including photocopy, recording, or any information storage and retrieval system,
without prior permission.
WARNING

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Warning – If TIMEKEEPER NVRAM IC that is consist of RTC, SRAM, POWER-FAIL CONTROL
CIRCUIT and BATTERY is replaced, the replacement is to be done by a trained technician with the
same type of component.
Caution -- Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
Warranty will be made void if the product is disassembled or manipulated by the user.
Safety Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has
two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus

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has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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1.2 Components & Option
The following items are included with the UDR-208 or UDR-216. Please be certain that all items are
included as soon as you open the box:
1.2.1 Components
UDR-208/216 ( CD/RW as a basic specification)
Power cable
DSUB-15 connector for PTZ /AUX / ALARM
Quick Manual
Software CD (RAMS, Uni Player, Multi Viewer, Quick Installer and Operation Manual)
Screws for Assembling HDD
1.2.2 Options
Remote controller (two battery included)
Hard disk drive (Option or included)

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1.3 Features & specifications
1.3.1 Features
8/16 channel Embedded Digital Video Recorder
MPEG-2 compression
Quad-plex mode for simultaneous recording, playback, backup, and networking
Live remote viewing, on-the-fly recording, and control over the network
Dynamic IP support (DHCP & PPPoE)
Alarm triggered FTP and E-mail alert function
Motion detection, Video loss, and sensor alarm function
User defined setting for recording frame rate & resolution
Various backup method support
( CD-RW, USB, Network)
Audio recording available
Multiple recording modes: Time lapse, video loss alarm, schedule, manual, & continuous
recording
Still image capture and search function
Convenient search by alarm, time, or date
Quick and responsive playback & field-by-field viewing with the Jog/Shuttle dial
Watermarking (Backup)
PTZ control through RS-485
Quick & easy setup through RS-232
Remote controller available (optional)
Dual video modes: Selectable NTSC & PAL
Rack mountable : 2U
Free voltage power input (100 - 240VAC, 50Hz/60Hz, 50W)
Various Video output (CVBS 2 ea out, VGA out, Spot out, S-Video out)

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1.3.2 Specifications
Item UDR-208
UDR-208E
UDR-216
UDR-216E
Image System NTSC, PAL selectable
Video Channel 8 CH 16 CH
Multi-tasking Quad-plex
Video Output 2 Ch Composite(BNC), 1Ch S-Video, 1 Ch Spot, VGA
Video Compression MPEG-2
Recording Resolution NTSC : 640x240, 320x240
PAL : 640x288, 320x288
Recording Quality 4 Levels (Normal, Enhanced, Fine, Super Fine)
Max Recording Speed 120fps (320*240), 100 fps (30*288), 60 fps (640*240)
50 fps (640*288)
NTSC: 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,15,10,30Time Laps Recording
Interval (FPS) PAL : 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,15,20,25
Recording Mode Schedule, Event (sensor, motion detection),manual,
Continuous
Playback Search Date/Time, Event (Alarm, Motion detection)
Playback Speed x1, x2, x4, x8, x16, x32, x64, x128, Field by Field
(Forward/ Backward)
Slow Motion X1/4, x1/2 (Forward only)
Sensor Input 8 (NO/NC Selectable) 16 (NO/NC Selectable)
Alarm Output 1 (NO/NC)
Aux Control In/Out 2/3 (Selectable Function Menu)
Alarm Reset In, Record Start In, Record ON/OFF, Alarm Out,
Error Out, Record Start Out, Disk Full Out, Record Status Out
Audio 1CH, mono
Network 10Base-T (STATIC,DHCP, PPPoE, E-mail, & FTP)
Motion Detection 12* 12, 8 Level Sensitivity
Hard Disk Max Two HDD
Backup Method CD-RW,USB Memory, Network
Watermarking Still image backup
PTZ Control RS-485
System Log Video Loss, Power On/Off, HDD Full, HDD Fail, Menu called,
Reset HDD, Format, Reset SW Upgrade, E-mail Fail, FTP fail
Language Korean, English, Japanese, French, Spanish
S/W upgarde Network, USB Memory stick
Password Function Power ON/OFF, MENU, Record OFF, Key Lock
Digital Zoom x 2
Timer Built-in real time clock
Remote control Optional
Power Source Free Voltage (100 - 240VAC, 50Hz/60Hz, 70W)
Dimension 433(W) x 385(D) x 88(H)
Operating Temperature 5℃~ 40℃
Weight 7 Kg (w/o HDD)
Design and specifications are subjected to change without notice.

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1.4 Name, function & connections
1.4.1 Front view
Description:
1. CD/RW
* Easy backup by CD/RW is available. The cover of CD/RW shows an excellent design.
2. LED indicator
POWER: Power Off status is indicated by a Red light and ON status is indicated
by a Green light.
REC: Green light (Recording)
ALARM: Green light (Alarm triggered)
HDD FULL: Green light (No more disk space for recording)
PTZ: Pan, Tilt, Zoom, Focus status is indicated by Green
3. Numeric button - Live Viewing mode button
UDR-216 : 1/9, 2/10, 3/11, 4/12, 5/13, 6/14, 7/15, 8/16
- Channel selection for Live Viewing and Playback mode, Password inputting,
- Channel selection by pushing the button 1 & 9, 2 &10, …
UDR-208 : 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8,
- Channel selection for Live Viewing and Playback mode, Password inputting.
MULT (UDR-216) :
- Selection of Screen Division for Live Viewing mode
(16 screen, 4 screen division, 8 screen division, 9 screen division)
- In order to go back to previous mode, user is required to push “MULT” button,
after selecting a specific channel.

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MULT (UDR-208)
- Selection of Screen Division for Live Viewing mode
(8 screen, 4 screen division, )
- In order to go back to previous mode, user is required to push “MULT” button,
after selecting a specific channel
SEQ : Sequential view.
- View all active channels sequentially.
Also, Release all sections for Motion Detection Zone
4. Function button
POWER: Press this button to power ON/OFF
- Soft Power method is adapted. Therefore, If Power button is pressed,
user is asked to input Password, before Power off.
LOCK: Press this button to lock/unlock the buttons of DVR, in order to prevent the use by
Unapproveduser.
- If the LOCK button is pressed, DVR is locked, and it’s unlocked by inputting correct
password
ZOOM: Zoom In/Out on the images during Live Viewing.
FRZ : Freeze.
- Press button once to freeze the frame at live mode. Press again to return.
- To take a still image capture at playback mode.
- Exchange of video input type : Press power button with FRZ button from NTSC to Pal
or PAL to NTSC.
MISC/SH: Miscellaneous functions or Shuttle Hold.
- MISC: To substitute for the buttons that are placed on the remote control but that are
not placed on the keypad (NET, OSD, Audio Mute, HDD, LOG).
(If the button is pressed, windows appear, and user can select lower menu one by one)
- SH: Press button while using the Shuttle to hold the speed.
SEARCH : Press once to open the menu to search for recorded files
SEARCH: Press once to open the menu to search for recorded files.
PTZ: Pan/Tilt/Zoom. Press once to access the Pan/Tilt/Zoom/Focus control mode.
Press again to exit.
MENU: Press button to access Main Menu. Press again to return.
5. Direction/select button
UP: Used to move the cursor up; change possible values in the setup menu; under

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PTZ control sub menu, used to move camera; or used to adjust focus.
DOWN: Used to move the cursor up; change possible values in the setup menu; under
PTZ control sub menu, used to move camera; or used to adjust focus.
LEFT: Used to change possible values in the setup menu. Under PTZ control menu,
used to move the camera left or used to do Zoom Out; At playback mode, used to
decrease playback speed.
RIGHT: Used to change possible values in the setup menu. Under PTZ control menu,
used to move the camera left or used to do Zoom In; At playback mode, used to
increase playback speed.
OK: Used as a selection key. Under PTZ control menu, used to be interchanged P/T
mode with Z/F mode
6. Jog/Shuttle
Shuttle: Multi-speed forward/reverse playback. Under Network Setup sub menu,
used to input parameters fast.
Jog: Frame by frame search.
7. IR receiver
Remote control signal receiver
8. Recording/Playback buttons
RECORD: Press once to begin recording all active channels. Press again to end recording.
R-PLAY: Reverse Playback. Press to begin reverse playback. Under PTZ control menu,
used to decrease the speed of Pan, Tilt, Zoom, Focus.
STOP: Stop playback.
PLAY: Access to playback.
- Playback button will activate assigned starting position and Channel at playback setup of
menu.
- At pause mode, it will release pause mode.
- Under PTZ control menu, used to increase the speed of Pan, Tilt, Zoom, Focus.
PAUSE: Press to freeze the picture at playback mode..
9. USB connector in the front panel
* This connector is for USB Memory stick to back up the image

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1.4.2 Rear panel view
Description:
1. USB
Connect USB flash drives for backing up stored video files.
2. ETHERNET
Network terminal for 10Base-T (RJ-45)
3. PTZ/AUX/ALARM
Terminal for PTZ, sensor, alarm, and AUX IN/OUT (DB-15 Male Connector)
4. VGA and SERIAL
VGA : Terminal for VGA video output (DB-15 Male Connector)
Serial terminal for RS-232C (PC) for console or quick installation (DB-9 Male Connector)
5. AUDIO
IN: Audio line input
OUT: Audio line output
6. VIDEO OUT
Terminals for composite video and s-video to connect with monitor
7. CAMERA
UDR-216 : 16 Inputs ( 1~16 ch) : In order to use Loop through, please refer to Article 3.1.7.
UDR-208 : 8 Inputs ( 1 ~ 8 ch) : With 8 loop through, the video of each channel can be out.
8. VIDEO OUT (SPOT and VIDEO 2)
SPOT : User can use this connector for a specific Spot Monitor
VIDEO 2 : With the Extra Output, user can connector with other monitor
( Same video image as Video 1)
9. FAN
Heat protection fan to reduce heat in the unit
10. POWER INPUT
Power cord terminal (free voltage, 100 - 240VAC, 50Hz/60Hz)
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