Vicon 301-00-00 Series User manual

XX301-00-00
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V-DVR Digital Video Recorder
User Guide

WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EX-
POSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT INSERT ANY
METALLIC OBJECT THROUGH THE VENTILATION GRILLS OR OTHER
OPENNINGS ON THE EQUIPMENT.
CAUTION
EXPLANATION OF GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is in- tended to alert
the user to the presence of dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of
sufficientmagnitude to constitute ariskof electricshock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying theproduct.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
CE COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful inter-
ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC INFORMATION: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil nume
`
rique de la classe A est conforme a
´
la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause
radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

IMPORTANT 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 are 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 in- jury
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 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.
15. CAUTION − THESE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR USE BY QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT
PERFORM ANY SERVICING OTHER THAN THAT CONTAINED IN THE OPERATING IN-
STRUCTIONS UNLESS YOU QRE QUALIFIED TO DO SO.
16. Use satisfy clause 2.5 of IEC60950-1/UL60950-1 or Certified/Listed Class 2
power source only.
17. ITE is to be connected only to PoE networks without routing to the outside plant.

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents.................................................................................................................................1
1. Overview 3
1.1 Package Contents ......................................................................................................................4
1.2 Part Description ......................................................................................................................... 4
2. Installation 6
2.1 Installing HDD ........................................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Connecting with Exterior Device ..................................................................................................7
2.3 Starting System ......................................................................................................................... 9
2.4 Quick Setup............................................................................................................................... 9
2.4.1 Account...................................................................................................................... 10
2.4.2 System....................................................................................................................... 11
2.4.3 Network ..................................................................................................................... 12
2.4.4 Time/Date.................................................................................................................. 13
2.4.5 Record ....................................................................................................................... 13
2.4.6 Easy Installation Wizard............................................................................................... 14
3. Live Screen Configuration 15
3.1 Icons in Live screen.................................................................................................................. 17
3.2 Live Launcher menu ................................................................................................................. 18
3.2.1 Backup....................................................................................................................... 19
3.3 Quick menu ............................................................................................................................. 21
3.3.1 PTZ Control ................................................................................................................ 22
3.3.2 Camera Registration .................................................................................................... 23
3.3.3 Status > System log .................................................................................................... 25
3.3.4 Status > Event............................................................................................................ 26
3.3.5 Status > Record.......................................................................................................... 27
3.3.6 Status > Disk.............................................................................................................. 28
4. Setup menu 29
4.1 General buttons in Setup menu ................................................................................................. 31
4.2 SYSTEM .................................................................................................................................. 32
4.2.1 System....................................................................................................................... 32
4.2.2 Time/Date.................................................................................................................. 34
4.2.3 Account > User........................................................................................................... 37

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4.2.4 Configuration (Config) ................................................................................................. 39
4.3 CAMERA.................................................................................................................................. 41
4.3.1 Basic.......................................................................................................................... 41
4.3.2 Advanced ................................................................................................................... 44
4.4 DEVICE ................................................................................................................................... 48
4.4.1 Display....................................................................................................................... 48
4.4.2 Disk ........................................................................................................................... 52
4.4.3 PTZ > PTZ ................................................................................................................. 56
4.4.4 Serial Device > Serial Device........................................................................................ 57
4.4.5 TEXT > TEXT ............................................................................................................. 58
4.5 RECORD.................................................................................................................................. 60
4.5.1 Schedule > Schedule................................................................................................... 60
4.5.2 Main Stream ............................................................................................................... 63
4.5.4 Second Stream ........................................................................................................... 67
4.5.5 Panic ......................................................................................................................... 69
4.6 EVENT .................................................................................................................................... 70
4.6.1 System/Disk ............................................................................................................... 70
4.6.2 Alarm In..................................................................................................................... 72
4.6.3 Motion ....................................................................................................................... 75
4.6.4 Video Loss > Setup ..................................................................................................... 77
4.6.5 Notification................................................................................................................. 78
4.7 NETWORK............................................................................................................................... 80
4.7.1 Basic > WAN Port ....................................................................................................... 80
4.7.2 DVRNS/DDNS ............................................................................................................. 81
4.7.3 E-Mail ........................................................................................................................ 83
4.7.5 FTP............................................................................................................................ 84
4.7.6 P2P............................................................................................................................ 85
4.7.8 Notification Server....................................................................................................... 86
5. Search/Playback 89
5.1 Search .................................................................................................................................... 89
5.2 Playback.................................................................................................................................. 93
6. Webviewer 95
7. Products Specifications 99

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1. Overview
This chapter describes DVR overview, components and their terms and
features.
This manual introduces a digital video recorder (DVR), which monitors or
record, controls images a camera.
Multiple users may monitor video at the same time, and many cameras can be
controlled simultaneously by a manager. Also, through a PC or a smartphone,
video might be monitored by transmitting video and audio using a network.
The device features include the following:
▪Convenient UI from user’s viewpoint
▪Composite input port for 16 channels
▪Providing AHD, TVI, 960H, and D1
▪1080p full HD recording
▪Full HD screen recording, audio recording and playing
▪HDD information and status presentation
▪HDD overwriting.
▪High capacity back-up with USB 3.0 (depending on device types)
▪Simultaneous recoding and playing of 16 channels
▪Various search mode (time, event, back-up, thumbnail)
▪Various recording mode (manual, event, timed recording, panic recording)
▪Remote monitoring through a network viewer, a web viewer, and a mobile
viewer

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1.1 Package Contents
The device package contents consist of the following:
Note
Please check all components involved.
Table 1-1 Package contents
No
Name
No
Name
1
DVR
6
SATA cable
2
DC power adapter & Power cord
7
SATA power cable
3
Mouse
8
HDD fixing screw
4
Quick guide
1.2 Part Description
Each part is listed in the below:
Figure 1-1 Name and Connection of each front section
Table 1-2 Name and Function of each front section
No.
Name
Function
1
Power status LED
Indicates device ON/OFF
2
Recording status
LED
Indicates recording in process
3
Network LED
With a network viewer, indicates network in connection
4
USB port
USB port is connected for USB mouse or firmware upgrade and data
back-up.
Figure 1-2 Name and Connection of Rear Section
1 3 42
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10
1

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Table 1-3 Name and Function of Rear Section
No.
Name
Function
1
Audio In
Camera audio input port
2
Video In
Camera video input port
3
CVBS
CVBS output port (depending on device types)
4
VGA
VGA output port
5
HDMI
HDMI output port
6
LAN
Network connector
7
Alarm In/Out
Alarm connector
8
RS485
RS-485 communication connector
9
12 VDC
Connector with power supply
10
Audio Out
Audio output port

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2. Installation
This chapter describes how to install the DVR.
When installing a device, connect each port on the rear of the device
according to the connection diagram below.
Figure 2-1 Connection map
The installation steps should be done in the sequence below:
1 Installing HDD
2 Connecting with an exterior device
3 Starting a system
4 Setting a quick setup

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2.1 Installing HDD
How to install HDD in the device:
Attention
▪Disconnect the mains plug before installing HDD to reduce the risk of injury,
electrical shock, or device malfunction.
▪Make sure to check the compatibility of HDD with the device.
1 Always switch off and unplug the unit.
2 Unscrew with a screw driver and open the unit cover.
3 Install HDD in the bottom case.
4 Connect a data cable and power cable to HDD.
5 Close the cover and tighten screws.
2.2 Connecting with Exterior Device
How to connect each port to rear section of the unit:
1 Place the unit on a stable flat surface.
2 Make room between front/rear sides of the device to easily access connectors.
Warning
Do NOT install the device too close to the wall. Protruding connections on rear of
the unit may be forcefully curved or pressed, which can cause fires, electric
shocks or injury.
3 Check to switch off and unplug the unit.
Warning
Make sure to disconnect the mains plug before installing the device.
4 Connect video input ports of camera.
Note
Connecting a camera port to the unit automatically detects the camera.
5 Connect an audio input port with a Mic and audio output port to a speaker.
Note
Be sure to follow any federal, state and local regulations.
6 Connect a monitor to VGA, HDMI output or CVBS port.

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7 Connect a network port.
8 Connect an alarm and RS485 devices.
9 Connect USB port in front section of the unit to a mouse.
10 Supply the main power after completion.
Attention
Before connection, match socket with adapter pins.
Note
There is no power button; supplying the main power automatically starts the
unit.

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2.3 Starting System
Supplying power starts the system operation as follows:
1 Switching on initializes the icons below in order.
Note
Installing new HDD might take more initialization time.
2 When the buzzer sounds, the start screen displays.
3 In Log in screen, enter the ID, Password and press OK.
Note
Default ID and Password is ADMIN/1234
Attention
Please change password after login for added security.
2.4 Quick Setup
Upon first start up, the system provides Easy Installation as follows:
1 Account
2 System
3 Network

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4 Time/Date
5 Record
2.4.1 Account
How to set Account using Easy Installation:
1 Click the keyboard icon to set ID and Password user selects.
2 With keyboard UI, set the ID and Password and press OK.
3 Press the Save button to save newly set ID and Password.
4 Press Next button to end Account setting and move to the next setting phase.

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2.4.2 System
How to set the system using Easy Installation:
1 Set each item in System setting screen.
System Mode: Select input video type (Analog Only or Analog+IP cam)
Language: Select system language.
Device Name: Enter the device name.
Keyboard ID: To identify device usage in controlling DVR with RS485 through a keyboard.
Selecting the device ID. In case of simultaneous use of equipment, set a different ID.
HDMI/VGA: Set resolution of a monitor connected to the device.
2 Press Save button to save setting values.
3 Press Next to end System setting and move to the next setting phase.

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2.4.3 Network
How to set the network using Easy Installation:
1 Set each item in Network setting screen.
WAN Port: Select whether to use static IP or dynamic IP.
IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, DNS, and Port: For dynamic IP, enter information in each
field.
2 Press Save button to save set values.
3 Press Next to end Network setting and move to the next setting phase.

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2.4.4 Time/Date
How to set the time/date using Easy Installation:
1 Set each item in Time/Date setting screen.
Network Time Sync: Select network for synchronizing with time server. This should be the same
time server used for all other IP devices.
System Time: When not for synchronizing with network time server, set the device time; when
applying Daylight Saving Time, select DST.
Time Zone: Select time zone for the system being installed.
DST Start/End: For applying Daylight saving time, set the application period.
2 Press Save button to save set values.
3 Press Next to end Time/Date setting and move to the next setting phase.
2.4.5 Record
How to set the record of Easy Installation:
1 Set each item in Record setting screen.
Select desired recording period and daily recording hours.
HDD size will be displayed automatically.
Select priority of frame rate or resolution.

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Select recording modes as continuous or event.
Select if audio is to be recorded or not.
Click Calculation to see recommended frame rate and resolution.
2 Press Save button to save set value.
3 Press Next to end Network setting and move the next setting phase.
2.4.6 Easy Installation Wizard
1 Select to run Easy Installation each time the system starts.
2 Press Save button to save set value and end Easy Installation.

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3. Live Screen Configuration
UI screen is configured as figure below.
Figure 3-1 UI Screen Configuration
Table 3-1 Items and Description of UI Screen Configuration
No.
Item
Description
1
Setup
menu
Setting menu is located in the top corner of screen. See “Setup ” for detailed information about
the setting menu.
2
Live screen
Show live video of connected cameras
3
Launcher
menu
Launcher menu is located the bottom corner of the screen. See “3.2 Live Launcher ” for
detailed information about the Launcher menu.
4
Quick
menu
Clicking the right button of a mouse displays Quick menu. See “0
Select Backup Mask and click SET button to open the Privacy
Mask pop-up window.

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No.
Item
Description
Figure 3-5 Backup Mask
Table 3-5 Backup Mask Item and Description
No.
Item
Description
1
Select CH
Select the channel to set the privacy zone for
2
Privacy Mask
Enable
Select whether to use the Privacy Mask
3
Mask Zone
Apply all or only the selected mask
4
New Mask
Create a new privacy zone. Up to 4 masks can be created.
5
Delete Mask
Delete all or selected privacy zones
Quick ” for detailed information about the quick menu.
5
Add to CH
Manual registration menu for when the mouse pointer is placed in the center of the channel and
it indicates that the camera is not registered in Analog+ IP cam mode. See “3.3.2 Camera
Registration”to display detailed information about Add to CH.