Vicon 4CH User manual

4CH/8CH/16CH
Express DVR
User Manual

SYSTEM
SETTING
30
RECORD
SETTING
62
SEARCH
68
OVERVIEW
4
INSTALLATION
11
MONITORING
21
Copyright
This manual without the manufacturer's approved copy and reprinted partially or in full, or translated into another language is
prohibited.
Limitation of Liability
This product is designed to prevent fire and theft is not the main means. We shall not be liable for accidents or damage by
using this product can result in liability for accidents or damage
In order to improve the performance of the product without prior notice to the product may be a firmware upgrade.

SYSTEM
SETTING
30
30 To move to the System Setup
menu
31 Camera Setting
37 Display Setting
42 Audio Setup
43 User Setting
45 Network Setup
48 System Setting
52 Storage
54 Event Setup
RECORD
SETTING
62
62 To start the Record Setup
menu
63 Record Setup
SEARCH
68
68 To move to the Search menu
while in monitoring
68 To move to the Search menu
while in playback mode
69 Search Settings
PLAY
72
72 If you want to play
WEB VIEWER
78
78 What is the Web Viewer?
80 Live
84 Search
86 Setup
ARCHIVING
75
75 To start the Archive menu
MOBILE
VIEWER
102
102 nViewer
ARCHIVE
VIEWER
117
117 Getting started with the
Backup Player
119 Backup Player At a Glance
APPENDIX
122
122 Specification
124 Compatible HDD
Specifications
125 Troubleshooting (FAQ)
126 Open Source License Report
on the Product
Content
OVERVIEW
4
4 Safety Instruction
5 Key Features
6 What's included
7 Rear Panel
9 Remote Control At a Glance
INSTALLATION
11
11 Replacing HDD
15 Basic Layout
16 Connecting to an external
device
MONITORING
21
23 Live Screen At a Glance

4 |Overview
Overview
Safety Instruction
The Company shall not have any responsibility for any accident or damage that may incur during the use of the product. For
your safety, we provide a few instructions about installation, manipulation, cleaning, assembly/disassembly of the product as
below. So please read carefully and comply with the instructions.
Before installation
Comply with the following instructions to prevent a fire, explosion, system failure or electric
shock.
~
Remove the power supply module before proceeding.
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Check the input voltage (AC100V–AC240V) to the power supply module before connecting it.
~
Keep the product away from humidity.
~
Ensure that all devices connected to the product should be properly earth-grounded.
In operation mode
Comply with the following instructions to prevent a fire, explosion, system failure or electric
shock.
~
If you need to open the cover, consult with a service person who could help you do what you
want to do.
~
Do not connect multiple devices to a single power socket.
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Keep the product away from dust or too much combustible substances (ex: propane gas).
~
Do not touch it with wet hand.
~
Do not insert a conductor in the vent of the ventilation system.
~
Do not apply excessive force to unplug the power cord.
Disassembly & Cleaning
~
When cleaning on the surface, use a dry cloth.
~
Do not wipe the product using water, paint thinner or organic solvents.
~
Do never dismantle, repair or modify the product by your own.
During installation
To prevent an accident or physical injury and to operate DVR properly, please comply with
the followings:
~
Secure at least 18 centimeter of distance between cooling fan and wall for a proper ventilation.
~
Install the product on a flat surface.
~
Keep it away from direct sunlight or excessive temperature.
While in use
~
Do not apply force to or shake it while using it.
~
Do not move, throw away or put excessive force to it.
~
Using any unrecommended HDD may cause a system failure. Check the compatibility list and
use only compatible HDDs.
{A system failure or data loss caused by an incompatible HDD will void your warranty.}

English |5
Overview
Key Features
This product is capable of receiving inputs from up to 16 channels of 960H camera inputs of video and audio and recording
onto a hard disk drive in real-time, as well as providing monitoring, playback and backup footages in excellent quality of
960H resolution.
It also provides transferring video and audio data to the networked external devices, which allows remote monitoring
environment for computers and mobile devices including cell phones.
~
Up to 16 channels of 960H camera video can be displayed at 480 fps / 400 fps in real time
~
Up to 16 channels of 960H camera videos can be saved at maximum 480 (NTSC) / 400 (PAL) fps.
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Simultaneous recording and playback of maximum 16 channels (at 120 fps @ 960H)
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Supports H.264 HP (High Profile) CODEC
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Auto alarm feature with self-diagnostics on the system (HDD S.M.A.R.T, system temperature, network error, FAN
error, etc.)
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Supports dual streaming for remote access service
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Various search methods (time, event, bookmark and thumbnail)
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Mass storage backup via USB port or FTP server
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Supports remote access and search using web browser
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Dedicated smart phone applications that can be used with iPhone and iPad or on Android OS
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1080p Full HD GUI

Overview
6 |Overview
What's included
LOGOUT
SEARCH
DISPLAY
FREEZE
PREV / NEXT
SNAPSHOT
W
PRESET AF
T
ZOOM
ZOOM PTZ
FOCUS
N F
RESERVE
KEYLOCK AUDIO
SEQ LOG
ARCHIVE SETUP ALARM
PANIC
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
+10 0ID
EXIT MENU
ENTER
Mouse x1 Remote Control x1 & Batteries (AAA x2) Power Cable x1
DC 12V Adaptor x1 Screws Adapter cable retainer clip x1
User manual CD Quick Guide

English |7
Overview
Rear Panel
 4 channels
 8 channels
 16 channels
ETHERNET
1
2
3
4
VIDEO IN AUX
DC 12V
VGA
HD MONITOR
1/2
3/4
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
IN 1 IN 2
GND
IN 3 IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY RS485
PAL
NTSC
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d
a b d
HD MONITOR
VGA
AUX
DC 12V
ETHERNET
VIDEO IN
IN 1 IN 2
GND
IN 3 IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY RS485
PAL
NTSC
3
17
511
915
13
4
28
612
10 16
14
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4
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HD MONITOR
VGA
AUX
DC 12V
ETHERNET
VIDEO IN
IN 1 IN 2
GND
IN 3 IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY RS485
PAL
NTSC
3
17
5
4
28
6
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4
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Overview
8 |Overview
No. Name Description
a
VIDEO IN Video input terminal for cameras.
b
ETHERNET Network port for connection to the Internet, router or hub.
c
VGA VGA monitor video output port.
d
AUDIO IN
1/2 : Audio input terminal that supports channels 1 and 2.
3/4 : Audio input terminal that supports channels 3 and 4.
e
ALARM IN Alarm input signal port.
RELAY Relay Terminal output port.
RS485 Ports for communication with external devices such as PTZ camera and system keyboard.
f
DC 12V Power input port. Connect to a 12V adaptor.
g
DIP Switch Switch to select a video type or an output type.
h
AUDIO OUT Port for speaker connection.
i
HD MONITOR HD monitor video output port.

Select one from VGA/HD MONITOR before outputting the video.

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Overview
Remote Control At a Glance
LOGOUT
SEARCH
DISPLAY
FREEZE
PREV / NEXT
SNAPSHOT
W
PRESET AF
T
ZOOM
ZOOM PTZ
FOCUS
N F
RESERVE
KEYLOCK AUDIO
SEQ LOG
ARCHIVE SETUP ALARM
PANIC
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
+10 0ID
EXIT MENU
ENTER
POWER
Turn on or off the power.
LOGOUT
Log out.
ARCHIVE
Display the backup window.
PANIC
Start the emergency recording.
SEARCH
Display the search window.
ALARM
Show the alarm status with a popup
window.
DISPALY
Switch the split mode.
Channel
Function as channel selection button
in live or playback mode. Or used for
entering the password.
SETUP
Display the system setup menu.
ID
Set the remote control ID.
SEQ
Switch to sequence mode.
RESERVE
Reserve the current video.
AUDIO
Display the audio channel selection
window.
LOG
Display the log list.
SNAPSHOT
Take a snapshot of the video.
MENU
Display the tool bar on the live
screen.
&,_
,p,*
Used to change the direction or adjust
the play speed in playback mode.
KEYLOCK
Lock any operation on the unit.
EXIT
Exit from the current screen and
return to the previous screen.
$,%
,_ ,+
Use to move through the menus.
ENTER
Select a menu item or apply your
settings.
PTZ/ZOOM
Enter the PTZ or digital zoom mode
and control the operation.

Overview
10 |Overview
 Change the remote control ID
The remote control will be active only if the remote control ID matches with that specified on the DVR.
If multiple DVRs are installed on one place and you have just a single remote control, use the ID button to set the remote
control ID. Only the ID-matching DVR can be controlled.
1.
From <SYSTEM> - <CONTROL DEVICE> under the System Setup menu, set the <REMOTE CONTROLLER ID>
and press <APPLY>.
Select between 00 and 99. For more details, refer to <SYSTEM SETUP>.
2.
Press the [ID] button on the remote control. The default remote control ID is 00.
3.
Use the number buttons to provide a two-digit ID. If you want to enter 01, for instance, enter the number 0 and 1 in
sequence.
Check if the remote control ID is set properly by manipulating the remote control.
4.
To reset the ID to 00, press and hold the [ID] button.

English |11
Installation
Replacing HDD
When an HDD is full or problematic, you can replace it with a new one by yourself.
 For 4-channel model
1.
Remove the screw from the bracket on the bottom
side of the DVR.
2.
Hold the HDD bracket with your finger as shown in
the figure and pull it to separate it from the DVR.
Installation

Installation
12 |Installation
3.
Install the HDD on the bracket and fix it by fastening
4 screws on its sides.

When installing HDD, make sure to install in the correct
direction.
4.
Insert back the bracket installed with the HDD into
the DVR.
5.
Fix the bracket by fastening the screw.

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Installation
 For 8/16-channel models
1.
Remove the screw from each the bracket on the
bottom side of the DVR.
2.
Hold the HDD bracket with your finger as shown in
the figure and pull it to separate it from the DVR.
3.
Install the HDD on the bracket and fix it by fastening
4 screws on its sides.

When installing HDD, make sure to install in the correct
direction.

Installation
14 |Installation
4.
Insert back the bracket installed with the HDD into
the DVR.
5.
Fix the bracket by fastening the screw.

English |15
Installation
Basic Layout
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Since the cable quality may affect directly to the video quality depending on the distance between the camera
and DVR, it is recommended to consult an authorized installer when installing the DVR.
VGA
DC 12V
ETHERNET HD MONITOR
IN 1
IN 2
GND
IN 3
IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY RS485
NTSC
PAL
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4
AUX
VIDEO IN
DC 12V
Power
Control
Devices
Speaker MIC Alarm Sensor
SPOT
Monitor
Monitor
960H
Camera
Full HD (RGB)
Monitor
IP Router
or HUB

Installation
16 |Installation
Connecting to an external device
 Connecting to the monitor
This product supports 1080p 60 Hz HDMI monitors and regular monitors that support DVI and VGA inputs. Connect an
HDMI cable to the port on the product’s rear bottom, or connect an HDMI-DVI converter cable to connect a DVI monitor.
Or, use VGA cable to connect the product with a VGA monitor.
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Once the product is set for NTSC or PAL output, connect cameras of the corresponding video
standard for proper operations.
Setting the product to NTSC or PAL decides available display output modes too.

The monitor’s displaying operates at 50Hz if the product has been set to PAL output and
the connected monitor supports both 50Hz and 60 Hz inputs. For NTSC setting, it works at
60 Hz.
J
Make sure to connect the product to a monitor that supports 1920x1080 at 60Hz.
(HDMI, DVI, VGA)
 Power Connection
Plug the provided DC 12V adaptor in the rear power port of the DVR.
When done, attach the Adapter cable retainer clip to the rear panel and insert the cable in.
J
For stable operation of the product, it is recommended to use the provided adapter. (12V, 5A)
J
Make connection when the power is not applied yet.
J
Arrange up the cables and be careful not to peel off the cable coating.
J
Do not place the power cord under the carpet or rug. The power cord is usually earth-grounded. However, even if
it's not earth-grounded, do never modify it on your own for earth-grounding.
J
Do not insert multiple devices in a single power socket. Otherwise, it may cause a power overload.
J
For stable power supply, this product provides two separate adaptors and two corresponding AC cords by factory
default. Make sure all cables are connected properly.
HD MONITOR
VGA
AUX
DC 12V
ETHERNET
VIDEO IN
IN 1
IN 2
GND
IN 3 IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY RS485
PAL
NTSC
3
17
511
915
13
4
28
612
10 16
14
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4
HD MONITOR
VGA
AUX
DC 12V
ETHERNET
VIDEO IN
IN 1 IN 2
GND
IN 3 IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
PAL
NTSC
11
915
13
12
10 16
14
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4
HD MONITOR
VGA
AUX
DC 12V
ETHERNET
VIDEO IN
IN 1 IN 2
GND
IN 3 IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY RS485
PAL
NTSC
3
17
511
915
13
4
28
612
10 16
14
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4
Adapter cable
retainer clip
DC 12V adaptor

English |17
Installation
 Alarm I/O Connection
To connect the alarm input signal
Connect the signal line of an alarm input device such as sensor to the rear [ALARM IN] port.
1.
Push the Alarm In and [GND] terminals’bottom side with a sharp tipped tool such as screw driver.
2.
While pushing, insert one end of alarm signal cable into the hole of Alarm In terminal.
3.
While pushing, insert one end of ground cable into the hole of [GND] terminal.
4.
To check proper insertion of cable, stop pushing and gently pull the cable and test whether it disconnects.
To disconnect a cable, push the bottom side of the terminal and pull out the cable.
To connect the alarm output signal
Connect the signal cable of the alarm output device to the [RELAY] terminal on the product’s rear side.
1.
Push the [NO]/[NC]/[COM] terminal’s bottom side with a sharp tipped tool such as screw driver.
2.
While pushing, insert one end of alarm signal cable into the desired terminal of [NO] or [NC].

NO(Normal Open) : Normally Open but switching to Close if an alarm out occurs.

COM : Insert the grounding wire.

NC(Normal Close) : Normally Close but switching to Open if an alarm out occurs.
3.
Insert the ground signal wire into the hole of the [COM] port (shown also below the screw), and tighten the screw.
4.
To check proper insertion of cable, stop pushing and gently pull the cable and test whether it disconnects.
To disconnect a cable, push the bottom side of the terminal and pull out the cable.
HD MONITOR
VGA
AUX
DC 12V
ETHERNET
VIDEO IN
IN 1 IN 2
GND
IN 3 IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY RS485
PAL
NTSC
3
17
511
915
13
4
28
612
10 16
14
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4
HD MONITOR
VGA
AUX
DC 12V
ETHERNET
VIDEO IN
IN 1 IN 2
GND
IN 3 IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY RS485
PAL
NTSC
11
915
13
12
10 16
14
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4

Installation
18 |Installation
 Communication Port
RS-485 Connection
Connect a PTZ Camera or Keyboard Controller.
You can connect a text-in device such as POS or ATM.
After connecting the control device, be sure to match the connection settings between DVR and device.
Make communication settings in <Control Device>. (page 51)
1.
Connect the signal cable to the RS-485 communication port on the product’s rear side and the [D+] port of the PTZ
camera/keyboard controller.
2.
Connect the signal cable to the RS-485 communication port on the product’s rear side and the [D-] port of the PTZ
camera/keyboard controller.

For RS-485 communication configuration, refer to the user’s manual of the applicable PTZ camera or keyboard
controller.

Signal connection for POS and ATM is scheduled to be upgraded later.
 Audio Device Connection
You can connect an audio output device such as speaker amplifier.
Connect the audio input device such as microphone to the rear Audio In port, connect the audio output device such as
speaker amplifier to the Audio Out port.
 Storage and Mouse Connection
USB Device
You can connect and use USB storage devices for backup of recorded video, saving snapshots, firmware updating,
importing/exporting user configurations. Also, USB mouse can be connected for DVR manipulations.
J
If you need to connect a USB HDD with a high power consumption, it is recommended to use a separate power
source for that HDD.
HD MONITOR
VGA
AUX
DC 12V
ETHERNET
VIDEO IN
IN 1 IN 2
GND
IN 3 IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY RS485
PAL
NTSC
3
17
511
915
13
4
28
612
10 16
14
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4
HD MONITOR
VGA
AUX
DC 12V
ETHERNET
VIDEO IN
IN 1 IN 2
GND
IN 3 IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY RS485
PAL
NTSC
11
915
13
12
10 16
14
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4

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Installation
 Network Connection
PC connection in the local network
You can connect DVR to a PC in the same network and control or manipulate it on the PC monitor.
1.
Connect the [ETHERNET] port in the rear panel to the router or hub.
2.
Connect the local PC to the router or hub.
3.
Enter the address in the Web browser of your PC in the format of: “http://IP address:Web service port”
(Ex : http://192.168.0.23:8080) The web service port is set to 8080 by default. From the Network Setup screen, you
can change the port number.

If using the dedicated PC S/W, refer to the user manual of the program.
4.
Provide the ID and password before logging in. Then, you can view the monitoring screen.
Access ID (factory default) : ADMIN, P/W : 1234.
J
For security purpose, change the password before you use the product for the first time after purchasing it.
VGA
DC 12V
ETHERNET HD MONITOR
IN 1
IN 2
GND
IN 3
IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY RS485
NTSC
PAL
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4
AUX
VIDEO IN
Local PC
Local PC
Broadband router
or hub
Camera
HD MONITOR
VGA
AUX
DC 12V
ETHERNET
VIDEO IN
IN 1 IN 2
GND
IN 3 IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY RS485
PAL
NTSC
3
17
511
915
13
4
28
612
10 16
14
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4
HD MONITOR
VGA
AUX
ETHERNET
VIDEO IN
IN 1 IN 2
GND
IN 3 IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY
PAL
NTSC
7
511
915
13
8
612
10 16
14
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4
4WANRESETPWR 3 2 1
Local PC Local PC
Broadband router
or hub

Installation
20 |Installation
PC connection from a remote network
You can connect DVR to a PC or mobile device in the same remote network and control or manipulate it on the monitor
of the PC or mobile device.
1.
Connect the [ETHERNET] port in the rear panel to the router.
2.
Connect the [WAN(UPLINK)] port of the router directly to the fixed IP LAN cable, or connect it to the ADSL modem.
3.
If using the router, set the port forwarding and enter the DDNS address in the address bar (web browser) of the
remote PC, or of the dedicated software program or mobile phone.
For the IP and DDNS address settings, refer to “Network Setup”. (page 45)
4.
If the MAC address of the DVR is 00-11-5F-12-34-56 and the web port number is 8080, enter "http://00115f123456.
dvrlink.net:8080" in the address bar of the web browser.
If you have renamed DDNS as “mydvr”, you can make network connection at http://mydvr.dvrlink.net:8080.
HD MONITOR
VGA
AUX
DC 12V
ETHERNET
VIDEO IN
IN 1 IN 2
GND
IN 3 IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY RS485
PAL
NTSC
3
17
511
915
13
4
28
612
10 16
14
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4
HD MONITOR
VGA
AUX
ETHERNET
VIDEO IN
IN 1 IN 2
GND
IN 3 IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY
PAL
NTSC
7
511
915
13
8
612
10 16
14
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4
4WANRESETPWR 3 2 1
ADSL modem Local PC
Broadband router
VGA
DC 12V
ETHERNET HD MONITOR
IN 1
IN 2
GND
IN 3
IN 4
NO
COM
NC
D+
D-
ALARM IN RELAY RS485
NTSC
PAL
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
1/2
3/4
VIDEO IN
AUX
Local PC
Local PC
Remote PC
Internet
ADSL modem
Broadband
router
Smart Phone Direct
Connection
Internet