Viewtron Video Surveillance DVRs User manual

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Viewtron Video Surveillance DVRs
HD-SDI and Standard Definition CCTV Recorders
User Manual Version 1.0
www.Viewtron.com

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Contents
Contents ................................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Overview.................................................................................................................................................................................5
Important Safety Instruction ....................................................................................................................................5
Before Starting.............................................................................................................................................................6
DVR Features...................................................................................................................................................................7
Part Name and Functions (Front) - Standard Type.......................................................................................8
Part Name and Functions (Front) –Compact Type ......................................................................................9
Part Name and Functions (Rear) –Standard Type..................................................................................... 10
Part Name and Functions (Rear) –Compact Type..................................................................................... 11
System Start/End (Shutdown) ................................................................................................................................... 12
System Start.................................................................................................................................................................. 12
System Shutdown (End) .......................................................................................................................................... 12
Live Monitoring................................................................................................................................................................ 13
LIVE MONITORING SCREEN CONFIGURATION............................................................................................ 13
Live Video.................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Context Menu.......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Task Bar ...................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Camera Screen Division........................................................................................................................................... 16
Screen Division ............................................................................................................................................... 16
Sequence........................................................................................................................................................... 16
Freeze.................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Zoom (Digital)................................................................................................................................................. 16
Covert ................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Color Control ................................................................................................................................................... 17
Pan/Tilt/Zoom (PTZ Camera Controls) ................................................................................................ 18
Cameo Initialization................................................................................................................................... 18
<Information> Status Menu ................................................................................................................................. 19
USB Status ........................................................................................................................................................ 19
Backup Status.................................................................................................................................................. 19
Emergency Recording Status................................................................................................................... 20

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Audio Status .................................................................................................................................................... 20
Alarm/Buzzer Status..................................................................................................................................... 20
Event Status ..................................................................................................................................................... 21
Network Status ............................................................................................................................................... 22
Storage Status................................................................................................................................................. 23
Current Time.................................................................................................................................................... 24
Video Recording Status.............................................................................................................................. 24
Search................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Time Table Search (Calendar)............................................................................................................................... 25
Event Search ................................................................................................................................................................. 26
Video Playback................................................................................................................................................................. 27
Playback Screen Configuration ............................................................................................................................ 27
Playback Video........................................................................................................................................................ 27
Context Menu.......................................................................................................................................................... 27
Playback Control .................................................................................................................................................... 28
Playback Mode........................................................................................................................................................ 28
DVR Setup .......................................................................................................................................................................... 30
DVR Quick Setup ........................................................................................................................................................ 30
System Setup (1/3)................................................................................................................................................ 30
Time Setup (2/3) .................................................................................................................................................... 31
Recording Setup (3/3) ......................................................................................................................................... 31
Advanced Setup .......................................................................................................................................................... 32
System......................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Record......................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Network...................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Device.......................................................................................................................................................................... 38
Event ............................................................................................................................................................................ 40
Export/Import Configuration ............................................................................................................................ 42
User Interface Look & Feel.................................................................................................................................... 43
DVR Tools ........................................................................................................................................................................... 44
Upgrade (Firmware)................................................................................................................................................... 44
USB ............................................................................................................................................................................... 44
Network...................................................................................................................................................................... 44

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Storage Manager........................................................................................................................................................ 45
External Storage .......................................................................................................................................................... 46
System Log.................................................................................................................................................................... 47
Appendix ............................................................................................................................................................................. 48
FAQ (Q&A)..................................................................................................................................................................... 48
Product Dimensions –Standard Type.............................................................................................................. 49
Product Dimensions –Compact Type .............................................................................................................. 50
Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................................... 51

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Overview
Important Safety Instruction
Instruction and Warnings for Safety
Please read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Please follow all the safety
instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
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 prongs 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 injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
***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

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Before Starting
This user manual provides Information for using the Viewtron surveillance DVRs. Topics include
introduction, part names, functions, connection to other equipment, menu setup, etc. Users have
to keep in mind the following notices.
Manufacturer retains the copyright on this manual.
This manual cannot be copied without Manufacturer's prior written approval.
We are not liable for any or all losses to the product incurred by your use of non-standard
product or violation of instructions mentioned in this manual.
Prior to opening the case, please consult a qualified technician first.
Before installing an additional hard drive or connecting an external storage device (USB
memory or USB HDD) to this DVR, check the compatibility. Consult your distributor or
installer for the compatibility list.
[Warning]
Replacement Battery or Hard Disk
It is essential that when changing the battery or HDD in the unit, the replacement must be of the
same type or recommended ones, otherwise there may be a possibility of damage or explosion.
System Shutdown
Turning off the power while the product is in operation, or undertaking improper actions may
cause damage or malfunction to the hard drive or the product. Please turn off the power using
the Power button on the front of your DVR. After selecting <OK> in the pop-up menu, you can
pull off the power cord. You may want to install a UPS system for safe operation in order to
prevent damage caused by an unexpected power stoppage. (Any questions concerning UPS,
consult your UPS retailer.)
Operation Temperature
The guaranteed operating temperature range of this product is 0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F).This
product may not work properly if you run right after a long period of storage at a temperature
below the guaranteed one. Prior to using a device that has been stored for a long period in low
temperatures, allow the product to stand at room temperature for a period. Especially for the
built-in HDD in the product, its guaranteed temperature range is 5°C ~ 55°C (41°F ~ 131°F).
Likewise, the hard drive may not work at a temperature below the guaranteed one.

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DVR Features
Viewtron DVRs employ H.264 video encoding for 4, 8 or 16 channel inputs and G.723 audio
encoding for 4 or 16 channels while simultaneously supporting hard disc recording and playback.
Viewtron DVRs also supports network connectivity, providing remote monitoring from Windows
and Mac PCs, as well as mobile apps for iPhone, iPad, and Android.
Hybrid model DVRs support both SD Analog cameras (traditional CCTV), and HD-SDI cameras
together on one stand-alone DVR.
DVR Software Main Features
H.264 High Quality Video Compression
Stand Alone Linux Embedded DVR
Full Real-Time Live Display & Recording in SD(Standard Definition) (4ch/8ch/16ch)
4CH Pure HD-SDI DVR Model (HD 4ch)
SD (Analog) Camera & HD-SDI Camera in Hybrid Type DVR
(HD 1~4ch + SD 4~8ch)
HDMI & VGA monitor outputs enabling superior picture output quality (1920x1080p)
Privacy Masking (to protect individual life) and <Covert> feature available
Perfect synchronized Surveillance Audio Recording and Dual-Audio available too.
Pentaplex (Live/Recording/Search/Network/Backup) and dual streaming of Network
Easy to use graphical user interface
<Look & Feel> Feature can choose your own GUI (like Window desktop theme)
High-End Digital Zoom (Up to x10) to highlight HD-SDI
UPnP (universal plug and play) function
Built in DDNS Support
Firmware updates over the Internet
Emergency Recording (Panic recording)
Java based Windows and Mac DVR Viewer via web browser
Windows CMS Software
Free mobile apps for iPhone, iPad, Android, Android tableys
Various Remote Clients : Remote Live/Search/Setup, CMS, Backup Player
Support various Brower(Web Client) : Firefox, Chrome, Safari and Internet Explorer

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Part Name and Functions (Front) - Standard Type
No.
Part Name
Functions
①
ODD(Cover)
DVD & DVD-RW for backup
②
Direction / Select Button
Used to change a value or move the cursor up/down/left/right. Selects
a menu item or executes the selected menu
③
LED Indicator & IR Sensor
Shows the status of Power, HDD and Network / IR Sensor
④
LAYOUT(Screen Division)
Changes Screen Division
SEQ
Each time you press the button in Live mode, the screen mode will be
switched in sequence.
FREEZE
Freeze the Live Display
PTZ
Pop-up Pan/Tilt/Zoom Control Panel
ZOOM
Pop-up Zoom Control Panel
SPOT
Pop-up Spot Control Panel.
ALARM
Pop-up ALARM Control Panel
SETUP
Pop-up SETUP(ADVANCED) Control Panel
PANIC
Start/End Emergency Recording Mode
⑤
USB Port
USB connector port.
⑥
Number Key(1~0/+10)
Used to select channel numbers directly in the Live Mode, or numbers
in the numeric input mode..
(0/+10 : To input Plus 9.)
⑦
EVENT( )
Used for backward frame-by-frame search / Shows Event Search
control panel.
FIRST( )
Used for quick backward search / Playback first recorded data
LASTEST( )
Pause Playback / Playback latest recorded data
LAST( )
Playback / Playback last recorded data.
CARENDAR( )
Used for forward frame-by-frame search / Show Calendar Search
Control Panel

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STOP( )
Stop Playback.
⑧
MENU
Show Menu.(the same as right button of mouse)
⑨
HOME
Show HOME menu in task bar
⑩
ESC
Cancel and Escape previous task
Part Name and Functions (Front) –Compact Type
No.
Part Name
Functions
①
LED Indicator
Power LED
②
LED Indicator
HDD LED
③
IR Sensor
IR Sensor
④
USB port
USB connector port.

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Part Name and Functions (Rear) –Standard Type
<Ex. 4HD+8SD Model >
No.
Part
Functions
①
Power Switch
Used to Power On/Off
②
VGA
VGA Video Signal Output Port
③
SPOT
A live screen output port, separate from the VIDEO OUT.
CH’s
SD Composite Video Signal Input Port (BNC type connector)
④
HD-SDI
HD-SDI Video Signal Input Port
⑤
AUDIO
Audio Signal Output Port (RCA jack)
⑥
HDMI
HDMI connector port
⑦
RS-232
RS-232 Port (To debug)
⑧
USB Port
USB connector port
⑨
LAN
NETWORK (LAN) connector port.
⑩
ALARM IN
Alarm Input port
(1~8 CH and G(ground).)
RS485
Used for RS-485 communication (TX+, TX-, RX+, RX-)
ALARM OUT
Alarm Output port (NO+C Or NC+C)
⑪
DC 12V
DC 12V Power Input Only