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DVR USER MANUAL
For 4/8/16-channel digital video recorder
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CAUTION
Please read this user manual carefully to ensure that you can use the device correctly and safely.
We do not warrant all the content is correct. The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
This device should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. The voltage of the power must be
verified before using. Kindly remove the cables from the power source if the device is not to be used for a long period of time.
Do not install this device near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other devices that produce heat.
Do not install this device near water. Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings and ensure well ventilation around the machine.
Do not power off the DVR when the device is function. The correct procedure to shut down DVR is to stop recording firstly, and then use
“shut down” button from the menu, and finally switch off the main power.
This equipment is for indoor use only. Do not expose the machine in rain or moist environment. In case any solid or liquid get inside the
machine‟s case, please cut off the power supply immediately, and get it checked by a qualified technician.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. No any parts repaired by yourself without technical aid or approval.
When this product is in use, the relevant contents of Microsoft, Apple and Google will be involved in. The pictures and screenshots in
this manual are only used to explain the usage of our product. The ownerships of trademarks, logos and other intellectual properties related
to Microsoft, Apple and Google shall belong to the above-mentioned companies.
This manual is suitable for 4/8/16-channel digital video recorders. All examples and pictures used in the manual are from 16-channel
DVR.
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................1
1.1 DVR Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Main Features................................................................................................................................................................................................1
2 Hardware Installation.......................................................................................................................................................4
2.1 Install Hard Drive ..........................................................................................................................................................................................4
2.2 Front Panel Instructions ..................................................................................................................................................................................5
2.3 Rear Panel Instructions ...................................................................................................................................................................................6
2.4 Remote Controller..........................................................................................................................................................................................9
2.5 Control with Mouse......................................................................................................................................................................................12
2.5.1 Connect Mouse.................................................................................................................................................................................12
2.5.2 Use Mouse .......................................................................................................................................................................................12
3 Basic Function Instruction .............................................................................................................................................14
3.1 Startup & Shutdown .....................................................................................................................................................................................14
3.1.1 Startup..............................................................................................................................................................................................14
3.1.2 Shutdown..........................................................................................................................................................................................14
3.2 Login .........................................................................................................................................................................................................15
3.3 Live Preview ...............................................................................................................................................................................................15
3.4 Live Playback..............................................................................................................................................................................................16
4 Main Menu Setup Guide ...............................................................................................................................................17
4.1 Basic Configuration......................................................................................................................................................................................18
4.1.1 System .............................................................................................................................................................................................18
4.1.2 Date & Time....................................................................................................................................................................................19
4.1.3 DST .................................................................................................................................................................................................19
4.2 Live Configuration.......................................................................................................................................................................................20
4.2.1 Live .................................................................................................................................................................................................20
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4.2.2 Main Monitor ...................................................................................................................................................................................21
4.2.3 Spot .................................................................................................................................................................................................22
4.2.4 Mask................................................................................................................................................................................................22
4.3 Record Configuration ...................................................................................................................................................................................23
4.3.1 Enable..............................................................................................................................................................................................23
4.3.2 Record Stream ..................................................................................................................................................................................24
4.3.3 Time ................................................................................................................................................................................................24
4.3.4 Stamp...............................................................................................................................................................................................25
4.3.5 Recycle Record.................................................................................................................................................................................26
4.3.6 Snap.................................................................................................................................................................................................26
4.4 Schedule Configuration.................................................................................................................................................................................26
4.4.1 Schedule ...........................................................................................................................................................................................26
4.4.2 Motion .............................................................................................................................................................................................27
4.4.3 Sensor ..............................................................................................................................................................................................28
4.5 Alarm configuration .....................................................................................................................................................................................28
4.5.1 Sensor ..............................................................................................................................................................................................29
4.5.2 Motion .............................................................................................................................................................................................30
4.5.3 Video Loss .......................................................................................................................................................................................32
4.5.4 Other Alarm .....................................................................................................................................................................................32
4.5.5 Alarm Out........................................................................................................................................................................................33
4.6 Network Configuration .................................................................................................................................................................................33
4.6.1 Network............................................................................................................................................................................................33
4.6.2 Sub Stream.......................................................................................................................................................................................34
4.6.3 Email ...............................................................................................................................................................................................35
4.6.4 Server...............................................................................................................................................................................................36
4.6.5 Other Settings ...................................................................................................................................................................................36
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4.7 User management Configuration ....................................................................................................................................................................38
4.8 P.T.Z Configuration ......................................................................................................................................................................................40
4.9 Advanced....................................................................................................................................................................................................42
4.9.1 Reset ................................................................................................................................................................................................43
4.9.2 Import/Export....................................................................................................................................................................................43
4.9.3 Block/Allow List...............................................................................................................................................................................43
5Search, Playback and Backup .......................................................................................................................................44
5.1 Time Search ................................................................................................................................................................................................44
5.2 Event Search ...............................................................................................................................................................................................45
5.3 File Management .........................................................................................................................................................................................46
5.4 Search By Image..........................................................................................................................................................................................47
5.5 Backup.......................................................................................................................................................................................................47
6Manage DVR..................................................................................................................................................................49
6.1 Check System Information ............................................................................................................................................................................49
6.1.1 System Information ...........................................................................................................................................................................49
6.1.2 Event Information .............................................................................................................................................................................49
6.1.3 Log Information................................................................................................................................................................................49
6.1.4 Network Information .........................................................................................................................................................................49
6.1.5 Online Information............................................................................................................................................................................49
6.1.6 Record Information ...........................................................................................................................................................................50
6.2 Manual Alarm .............................................................................................................................................................................................50
6.3 Disk Management ........................................................................................................................................................................................50
6.4 Upgrade......................................................................................................................................................................................................51
6.5 Logoff ........................................................................................................................................................................................................51
7Remote Surveillance .......................................................................................................................................................52
7.1 IE Remote Surveillance ................................................................................................................................................................................52
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7.1.1 On LAN...........................................................................................................................................................................................52
7.1.2 On WAN..........................................................................................................................................................................................52
7.2 Remote Surveillance through Apple PC...........................................................................................................................................................54
7.2.1 On LAN...........................................................................................................................................................................................55
7.2.2 On WAN..........................................................................................................................................................................................57
7.3 The Remote Live Preview .............................................................................................................................................................................58
7.4 Remote Playback & Backup ..........................................................................................................................................................................61
7.4.1 Remote Playback ..............................................................................................................................................................................61
7.4.2 Remote Backup.................................................................................................................................................................................67
7.5 Remote System Configuration .......................................................................................................................................................................68
7.6 Tools..........................................................................................................................................................................................................68
7.7 Remote Management....................................................................................................................................................................................69
8 Mobile Surveillance ........................................................................................................................................................70
8.1 By Phones with Windows Mobile OS .............................................................................................................................................................70
8.2 By Phones with Symbian OS .........................................................................................................................................................................71
8.3 By Phones with iPhone OS............................................................................................................................................................................73
8.4 By Phones with Android OS ..........................................................................................................................................................................81
8.5 By Phones with BlackBerry OS .....................................................................................................................................................................87
Appendix A FAQ.....................................................................................................................................................................92
Appendix B Calculate Recording Capacity.............................................................................................................................98
Appendix C Compatible Devices.............................................................................................................................................99
Appendix D 4-CH Specifications...........................................................................................................................................100
Appendix E 8-CH Specifications ...........................................................................................................................................101
Appendix F 16-CH Specifications..........................................................................................................................................102
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1Introduction
1.1 DVR Introduction
This model of DVR (Digital Video Recorder) is designed for high performance CCTV solutions. It adopts state of the art video processing
chips and embedded Linux system. Meanwhile, it utilizes most advanced technologies, such as standard H.264 with low bit rate, Dual
stream, SATA interface, VGA output mouse supported, IE browser supported with full remote control, mobile view(by phones), etc.,
ensuring powerful functions and high stability. Due to these distinctive characteristics, it is widely used in banks, telecommunication,
transportation, factories, warehouse, and other related applications.
1.2 Main Features
COMPRESSION FORMAT
Standard H.264 compression with low bit rate and better image quality
LIVE SURVEILLANCE
Support VGA/HDMI output
Support channel security by hiding live display
Display the local record state and basic information
Support USB to make full control
RECORD MEDIA
Support two SATA HDDs to record for a longer time without any limitation
BACKUP
Support USB 2.0 devices to backup
Support saving recorded files with AVI standard format to a remote computer through internet
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RECORD & PLAYBACK
Record modes: Manual, Schedule, Motion detection and Sensor alarm recording
Support recycle after HDD full
Resolution, frame rate and picture quality are adjustable
4 CH DVR supports full D1 real-time recording; 8 CH DVR supports 4D1+4CIF recording; 16 CH DVR supports full CIF real-time
recording
4 audio channels available
Two record search mode: time search and event search
Support 4/8/16 screen playback simultaneously
Support deleting and locking the recorded files one by one
Support remote playback in Network Client through LAN or internet
ALARM
1 channel alarm output and 4/8/16 channel alarm input available
Support schedule for motion detection and sensor alarm
Support pre-recording and post recording
Support linked channels recording once motion or alarm triggered on certain channel
Support linked PTZ preset, auto cruise and track of the corresponding channel
PTZ CONTROL
Support various PTZ protocols
Support 128 PTZ presets and 8 auto cruise tracks
Support remote PTZ control through internet
SECURITY
Customize user right: log search, system setup, two way audio, file management, disk management, remote login, live view, manual
record, playback, PTZ control and remote live view
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Support 1 administrator and 63 users.
Support event log recording and checking, events unlimited
NETWORK
Support TCP/IP, DHCP, PPPoE, DDNS protocol
Support IE browser to do remote view
Support setup client connection amount
Support dual stream. Network stream is adjustable independently to fit the network bandwidth and environment.
Support picture snap and color adjustment in remote live
Support remote time and event search, and channel playback with picture snap
Support remote PTZ control with preset and auto cruise
Support remote full menu setup, changing all the DVR parameters remotely
Support mobile surveillance by smart phones , Symbian, WinCE, Iphone , Gphone, or Blackberry, 3G network available
Support CMS to manage multi devices on internet
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2Hardware Installation
Notice: Check the unit and the accessories after getting the DVR.
Please don’t power up until the physical installation is complete.
2.1 Install Hard Drive
Notice: 1. This series DVR supports two SATA hard drive. Please use the hard drive the manufacturers recommend specially for security
and safe field. Please refer to “Appendix C Compatible Devices 2”.
2. Please calculate HDD capacity according to the recording setting. Please refer to “Appendix B Calculate Recording Capacity”.
Step1: Unscrew and Open the top cover.
Step2: Connect the power and data cables. Place the HDD onto the bottom case as Fig 2-1.
Step3: Mount the HDD as Fig 2-2.
Note: For installation convenience, please connect the power and data cables first, and then wind the screws to fix the HDD.
Fig 2-1 Connect HDD Fig 2-2 Screw HDD
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2.2 Front Panel Instructions
Notice: The front panel descriptions are only for reference; please make the object as the standard.
Item
Type
Name
Description
1
Work state
indicator
Power
Power indicator, when connection , the light is blue
HDD
When HDD is writing and reading , the light is blue
Net
When access to network , the light is blue
Backup
When backup files and data, the light is blue
Play
When playing video, the light is blue
REC
When recording, the light is blue
2
Compound
button
MENU/+
1. Enter menu in live 2. Increase the value in setup
BACKUP/-
1. Decrease the value in setup 2. Enter backup mode in live
RECORD/FOCUS
1. Record manually 2. FOCUS function enables at PTZ mode.
REW/SPEED
1. Rewind key 2. SPEED function enables at PTZ mode
SEARCH/ZOOM
1. Enter search mode 2.ZOOM function enables at PTZ mode.
PLAY /IRIS
1. Enter play interface 2. IRIS function enables at PTZ mode
FF/ P.T.Z.
1. Fast forward 2. Enter PTZ mode in live
STOP/ESC
1. Quit play mode 2. Exit the current interface or status
3
Digital
button
1-9
Input number 1-9 or choose camera
0/10+
Input number0, 10 and the above number together with other digital keys
4
Input button
Direction button
Change direction to select items
Multi-screen
Change screen display mode like1/4/9/16 channel
Enter button
Confirm selection
5
IR receiver
IR
For remote controller
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Item
Type
Name
Description
6
USB
USB port
To connect external USB devices like USB flash, USB HDD for backup or update firmware;
or connect to USB mouse
7
POWER
POWER
Switch off
2.3 Rear Panel Instructions
Fig 2-3 Rear Panel for 4-ch
Item
Name
Description
1
GND
Grounding
2
RS485
Connect to speed dome or keyboard
3
ALARM OUT
1-ch relay output. Connect to external alarm
4
ALARM IN
Connect to external sensor 1-4
5
HDMI port
Connect to high-definition display device
6
VGA port
VGA output, connect to monitor
7
LAN
Network port
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Item
Name
Description
8
USB port
Connect USB mouse or connect external USB devices
9
DC12V
Power supply
10
Audio in
4 CH Audio input
11
Video in
Video input channels from 1-4
12
Audio out
Audio output, connect to the sound box
13
CVBS
CVBS video output
14
Spot
Connect to monitor as an AUX output channel by channel. Video would be displayed without OSD.
Fig 2-4 Rear Panel for 8-ch
Item
Name
Description
1
GND
Grounding
2
RS485
Connect to speed dome or keyboard
3
ALARM OUT
1-ch relay output. Connect to external alarm
4
ALARM IN
Connect to external sensor 1-8
5
HDMI port
Connect to high-definition display device
6
VGA port
VGA output, connect to monitor
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Item
Name
Description
7
LAN
Network port
8
USB port
Connect USB mouse or connect external USB devices
9
DC12V
Power supply
10
Audio in
4 CH Audio input
11
Video in
Video input channels from 1-8
12
Audio out
Audio output, connect to the sound box
13
CVBS
CVBS video output
14
Spot
Connect to monitor as an AUX output channel by channel. Video would be displayed without OSD.
Fig 2-5 Rear Panel for 16-ch
Item
Name
Description
1
GND
Grounding
2
RS485
Connect to speed dome or keyboard
3
ALARM OUT
1-ch relay output. Connect to external alarm
4
ALARM IN
Connect to external sensor 1-16
5
HDMI port
Connect to high-definition display device
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Item
Name
Description
6
VGA port
VGA output, connect to monitor
7
LAN
Network port
8
USB port
Connect USB mouse or connect external USB devices
9
DC12V
Power supply
10
Audio in
4 CH Audio input
11
Video in
Video input channels from 1-16
12
Audio out
Audio output, connect to the sound box
13
Video out
Video output
14
Spot
Connect to monitor as an AUX output channel by channel. Video would be displayed without OSD.
2.4 Remote Controller
It uses two AAA size batteries:
Step1: Open the battery cover of the Remote Controller
Step2: Place batteries. Please take care the polarity (+ and -)
Step3: Replace the battery cover
Key point to check in case the remote doesn’t work.
1. Check batteries polarity
2. Check the remaining charge in the batteries
3. Check IR controller sensor is mask
If it still doesn't work, Please change a new remote controller to try, or contact your dealers
The interface of remote controller is shown in Fig 2-6 Remote Controller.
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Fig 2-6 Remote Controller
Button
Function
Power Button
Switch off—to stop DVR. Use it before turning off the power
Record Button
To record manually
-/-- /0-9 Digital Button
Input number or choose camera
Fn1 Button
Unavailable temporarily
Multi Button
To choose multi screen display mode
Next Button
To switch the live image
SEQ
To enter into auto dwell mode
Audio
To enable audio output in live mode
Switch
To switch the output between BNC and VGA
Direction button
To move cursor in setup or pan/title PTZ
Enter Button
To confirm the choice or setup
Menu Button
To enter into menu
Exit Button
To exit the current interface
Focus/IRIS/Zoom/PTZ
To control PTZ camera. Move camera/zoom/IRIS/Focus
Preset Button
To enter into preset setting in PTZ mode
Cruise Button
To enter into cruise setting in PTZ mode
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Track Button
To enter into track setting in PTZ mode
Wiper Button
To enable wiper function in PTZ mode
Light Button
To enable light function in PTZ mode
Clear Button
To return to the previous interface
Fn2 Button
Unavailable temporarily
Info Button
Get information about DVR like firmware version, HDD information
To control playback. Play/Pause/Stop/Previous Section/Next
Section/Rewind/Fast Forward
Snap Button
To take snapshots manually
Search Button
To enter into search mode
Cut Button
To set the start/end time for backup in playback mode
Backup Button
To enter into backup mode
Zoom Button
To zoom in the images
PIP Button
To enter into picture in picture setting mode
Note: You shall press P.T.Z button to enter into PTZ setting mode, choose a channel and press P.T.Z button again to hide the P.T.Z control
panel. Then you can press preset, cruise, track, wiper or light button to enable the relevant function.
Operation processes with remote controller to control multi-DVR
The default device ID of the DVR is 0. It‟s not necessary to reset the device ID when a remote is to be used to control a single DVR.
However when controlling multiple DVRs with multiple remote controllers, the user would need to configure the device ID, please refer to
below steps:
Activate remote controller to control the DVR: Turn the IR sensor of the remote controller towards the IR receiver on the front panel,
press the number key 8 twice on the remote, then input device ID of the DVR to be controlled (Range from: 0-65535; the default device
ID is 0) press ENTER to confirm.
User can check the device ID of a DVR from System SetupBasicDevice ID. User can also set multiple DVRs with the same device
ID however this can cause interference if the DVRs are kept close to each other.
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2.5 Control with Mouse
2.5.1 Connect Mouse
It supports USB mouse through the ports on the rear panel.
If mouse is not detected or doesn't work, check below steps:
1. Make sure the mouse is plugged in the USB mouse port not the USB port on the front panel
2. Change a mouse to try
2.5.2 Use Mouse
In live:
Double-click left button on one camera to be full screen display. Double-click again to return to the previous screen display.
Click right button to reveal the control menu at the bottom of the screen. Click right to hide the control bar.
In setup:
Click to enter a particular option. Right click to cancel the option or to return to the previous menu.
In order to input a value in a particular screen, move cursor to the input box and click. An input window will appear as Fig 2-7. It supports
digits, alphabets and symbols as inputs. Click „Shift‟ to input Capital letters and symbols; Click Shift again to return.
Fig 2-7 Digital Numbers and Letters Input Window
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Users can change some value by the wheel, such as time. Move cursor onto the value, and roll the wheel when the value blinks.
It supports mouse drag. I.e. Set motion detection area: click customized, hold left button and drag to set motion detection area. Set
schedule, hold left button and drag to set schedule time
In playback:
Click left button to choose the options. Click right button to return to live mode.
In backup:
Click left button to choose the options. Click right button to return to previous picture.
In PTZ control:
Click left button to choose the buttons to control the PTZ. Click right button to return to live.
Notice: Mouse is the default tool in all the operation below unless Exceptional indication
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3Basic Function Instruction
3.1 Startup & Shutdown
Please make sure all the connections are done properly before you power on the unit. Proper startup and shutdown are crucial to expanding
the life of your DVR.
3.1.1 Startup
Step1: Connect with the source power.
Step2: The device will boot and the power LED would turn blue.
Step3 A WIZZARD window will pop up and show some information about time zone，time setup，network configuration, record
configuration and disk management. User can setup here and refer to the concrete setup steps from the corresponding chapters. If users
don‟t want to setup Wizard, please click Exit button to exit.
Notice: This serial device can only display menu on VGA/HDMI monitor or BNC monitor at one time. If there is live image display
without menu display, please check up whether other device has menu display firstly, or long press ESC/Stop key to wait for login dialog
box to appear. Long press ESC/Stop key can switch the output between BNC and VGA/HDMI.
3.1.2 Shutdown
You can shut down the device by using IR remote controller and mouse.
By IR remote controller:
Step1: Press Power button. This will take you to see a shutdown window. The unit will shut down by clicking “OK” button.
Step2: Disconnect the power.
By mouse:
Step1: Enter into Menu and select “Shut Down” icon. This will let you see a shutdown window.
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