Yoko Technology 4CH MJPEG DVR User manual

4CH MJPEG DVR
USER MANUAL

INDEX
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.....................................................................3
2. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................4
2.1 PRODUCT INTRODUCTION .............................................................4
2.2 APPLICATION...............................................................................4
3. FEATURES...........................................................................................5
4. PACKING LIST....................................................................................6
5. INSTALLATION................................................................................... 7
5.1 CONNECTORS ON THE REAR PANEL...............................................7
6. NAME and FUNCTION of EACH PART...........................................................8
6.1 FRONT PANEL BUTTONS AND CONTROLS....................................... 8
6.2 REAR PANEL BUTTONS AND CONTROLS....................................... 10
7. OPERATING PROCEDURE................................................................ 11
7.1 POWER ON................................................................................ 11
7.2 MONITORING MODE................................................................... 11
7.3 RECORD DISPLAY ...................................................................... 12
7.4 PLAYBACK DISPLAY................................................................... 13
7.5 NOTE!....................................................................................... 14
8. SYSTEM SETUP ................................................................................ 15
8.1 MENU ....................................................................................... 15
8.2 SYSTEM SETUP .......................................................................... 16
8.2.1 TIME SET ............................................................................. 17
8.2.2 PASSWORD SET .................................................................. 18
8.2.2.1 PASSWORD CHANGE....................................................... 19
8.3 CAMERA SETUP ......................................................................... 21
8.3.1 CAMERA SETTING.............................................................. 23
8.4 RECORD SETUP.......................................................................... 24
8.4.1 RECORD MODE ................................................................... 25
8.5 BUZZER SETUP .......................................................................... 26
8.5.1 SENSOR TYPE:..................................................................... 28
8.6 EVENT LIST............................................................................... 29
8.6.1 TIME SEARCH ..................................................................... 30
8.6.2 EVENT SEARCH .................................................................. 31
8.7 CF CARD SETUP ........................................................................ 32
8.7.1 SELECT TIME ...................................................................... 33
8.7.1.1 COPY ................................................................................. 34
8.7.2 FORMAT/ ERASE................................................................. 35
8.8 HARD DRIVE SETUP ................................................................... 36
8.8.1 HDD FORMAT:..................................................................... 37
9. REMOTE CONTROL (Optional)......................................................... 38
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9.1 NETWORK DVR SETUP............................................................... 38
9.2 CONNECTING NETWORK DVR .................................................... 39
9.3 MAIN DISPLAY .......................................................................... 44
9.3.1 LIVE DISPLAY......................................................................... 44
9.3.7 QUALITY SETTING................................................................... 47
9.3.8 RESOLUTION SETTING ............................................................. 48
9.3.9 ADVANCE SETTINGS................................................................ 48
9.4. CONFIGURATION....................................................................... 48
9.4.1 SYSTEM SETTING .................................................................... 48
9.4.2 USER SETTING ........................................................................ 49
9.4.2.1 USER AUTHORIZATION SETTING............................................ 49
9.4.2.2 NEW USER/CHANGE PASSWORD ........................................... 50
9.4.2.3 DELETE USER ...................................................................... 50
9.4.3 NETWORK SETTING ................................................................. 50
9.4.3.1 FIXED IP.............................................................................. 50
9.4.3.2 DHCP ................................................................................. 51
9.4.3.3 CONNECT TO ADSL BY PPPOEMODE.................................... 51
9.4.4 DDNS SETTING ...................................................................... 52
9.4.5 FIRMWARE UPDATE................................................................. 54
10. CFCard/HDD Player Software Description .................................................. 56
11. TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................... 62
12. SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................ 63
The author assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions that may appear in this
document nor does it make a commitment to update the information herein.
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2005/08/08, Ver.: 0.1, P/N: 040111

1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN!
CAUT IO N :
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
DO NOT OPEN COVERS (OR BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
It is advised to read the Safety Precaution Guide through carefully before operating the
product, to prevent any possible danger.
WARNING: Alert the user to the presence of un-insulated “dangerous voltage”.
CAUTION: Alert the user the presence of important operating and maintenance
(Servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
The power cord is the main power connection. Therefore, constantly plug and unplug
of the power cord might result in malfunction of the product.
Do not install the product in an environment where the humidity is high.
Unless the product is waterproof or weatherproof, otherwise poor image quality may
quality.
Do not drop the product or subject them to physical shocks.
Except for vandal-proof or shockproof product, otherwise malfunctions may occur.
Never keep the product to direct strong light.
It can damage the product.
Do not spill liquid of any kind on the product.
If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Alcohol or beverage can contain minerals that corrode the
electronic components.
Do not expose to extreme temperatures.
Use the product at temperatures within -10∘C ~ +50∘C.
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2. INTRODUCTION
2.1 Product Introduction
World leading technology not only perfect for office safety, personnel home
security, public environments, industry surveillance, school, and so on. Quick and
simple installation, the best choice for your own ultimate protection.
The sate-of-art 4-channel digital recording system, equipped with advanced
embedded CPU operating system, powerful MJPEG compression technology.
Standalone type DVR system that is based on embedded OS, replacing the
conventional DVR. The most user-friendly surveillance System (supports Chinese
user interface), user can operate the functions by controlling the front panel, using
time and event to playback recorded materials, efficient live recording and playback
functions, convenient CF card function that supports ATA HDD, and the most useful
storage device of removable Hard Disc Drive. Password protection on remote
controlling. What more can you expect!
2.2 Application
zSecurity:
ATM (auto teller machine), bank, gas station, shop and parking lot.
zFactory/ Office:
Factory, warehouse, remote technology support, conference room, and outdoor
parking lot.
zEducation/ Military/ Government Organization:
Important facilities, important areas, rapid transit system, and railroad safety.
zRecreation/ Activities:
Sports and news broadcast.
zHome:
Elevator, doorway, community safety, and hotels.
zHospital/ Kindergarten:
Hospital and isolated ward, home for the aged, kindergarten, and baby nourishing
center.
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3. FEATURES
zAuto video input detection
Auto detects video input (NTSC/ PAL) and supports combine use of color and b/w
cameras.
zSupports high quality digital video recording
Adopts M-JPEG compression technology (NTSC: 30fps/ PAL: 25fps).
zVideo Size
Video Resolution
• NTSC: 640x 224
• PAL: 640x 272
MonitoringResolution
• NTSC: 720x 480
• PAL: 720x 576
zReplaces the conventional VCR.
Stores video on hard disks instead of VCR tapes. Large disk capacity, there is no
need to replace the recording medium.
zBuilt-in motion detection function.
Motion detection sensitivity rate may be setup under motion detection function.
zHigh efficient event recording, saving storage capacity.
Motion detection function enables recording only when system detects motion,
thus increases the amount of time available for recording.
zEasy access to the desired record.
Time & date search supports instant retrieval of images and alarm event search
makes searching simpler.
zData can be stored in CF card.
Cards inserted in the CF card slot makes it easier to back up recordings and
transfer images to a PC.
zRemovable hard disk box.
Removable hard drive mechanism allows you to backup important data with ease.
zLive monitoring through internet from anywhere (optional).
Built-in TCP/ IPnetwork interface (auto detects and switches to 10/ 100Base T).
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4. PACKING LIST
Check to make sure all of the items shown below are included in your product
package. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
(1)DVR (digital video recorder)
(2)Power adapter
(3)Power Cord (Plug type differs depending on area)
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5. INSTALLATION
5.1 Connectors on the Rear Panel
Please setup the connection by following the illustration shown below (network is an
optional function):
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6. NAME and FUNCTION of EACH PART
6.1 Front Panel Buttons and Controls
1. Removable HDD Box
2. Front Panel Button Definition
(2) QUAD : Press this button under monitoring or quad mode to show quad
display.
(3) CH 1 : Press this button under monitoring or record mode to show
CH 1 in full-screen.
(4) CH 2 : Press this button under monitoring or record mode to show
CH 2 in full-screen.
(5) CH 3 : Press this button under monitoring or record mode to show
CH 3 in full-screen.
(6) CH 4 :
Pres this button under monitoring or record mode to show
CH 4 in full-screen.
(7) SEQ :
Press this button under monitoring or record mode, all
channels are displayed full-screen in turn repeatedly.
(8) MENU :
Press this button under monitoring mode to enter setup
menu and under setup mode to return to the previous
selection.
(9) ENTER : Press this button to confirm after data input.
(10) UP/ LEFT : Press this button to move the cursor up or down.
(11) DOWN/ RIGHT : Press this button to move the cursor left or right.
(12) REC LED : LED lights while recording.
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(13) PLAY LED : LED lights while playing playback.
(14) MENU LED : LED lights when entering setup menu.
(15) STOP LED : LED lights when entering stop mode.
(16) REC : Press this button under monitoring mode to start recording.
(17) STOP : Press this button under playback to return to start monitoring.
(18) PAUSE : Press this button under playback to pause playback.
(19) REW : Press this button under playback to start reverse scanning.
(20) PLAY : Press this button under playback mode to start playback.
(21) F.F. : Press this button under playback mode to start fast-forward
scanning.
(22) CF-CARD SLOT
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6.2 Rear Panel Buttons and Controls
(1) RJ45: Internet connection terminal (optional).
(2) Video Input [VIDEO IN]: Connect to cameras.
(3) DC 12V (4A) [Power Input terminal]: power socket.
(4) S-Video Output [S-VIDEO OUT]: Connect to the monitor.
(5) Video Output [VIDEO OUT]: Connect to the monitor.
(6) Video Loop [VIDEO LOOP].
(7) I/O Block [I/O BLOCK]: Terminal function description is shown below.
No. Name Function
1 GND Ground Terminal（signal）
2 ALARM 1 Alarm Input Terminal
3 GND Ground Terminal（signal）
4 ALARM 2 Alarm Input Terminal
5 GND Ground Terminal（signal）
6 ALARM 3 Alarm Input Terminal
7 GND Ground Terminal（signal）
8 ALARM 4 Alarm Input Terminal
9 N.O. Alarm Output (Normal Open)
10 COM Alarm Output Terminal (NC/ NO COM)
11 N.C. Alarm Output (Normal Close)
(8) Cooling Fan.
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7. OPERATING PROCEDURE
7.1 Power On
Each time after power on, DVR will auto-detect its peripherals (self-testing, warm-up,
auto detects the hard disk and starts CF-card testing, and etc.)
The system will detect the video input and judge whether the video system is
NTSC or PAL. When video input is unable to be detected (VIDEO LOSS), the system
will send out an alarm, press-on any button to stop the alarm (it will not affect the
actual recording).
7.2 Monitoring Mode
This mode is a default for our system after power on. Under this mode, system
supports live view for monitoring. Press《REC》button, the system enters the record
mode, press《PLAY》button to start playback, press《MENU》button to enter the menu
setup display. During record or playback, press《STOP》button to stop the current
activity and returns to monitoring mode. Under main menu, press《MENU》to return
to monitoring mode.
During playback, press《STOP》button to return to monitoring mode. Press again
to change the speed (FF1, FF2 or FF3), or press《REW》button to start reverse
playback.
~To reset (under quad or single display), press《PAUSE》button 5 times, the
message《ALL SETTING DATAIS INITIALIZED.》will be displayed by flashing 3 times,
and after reset the password will be set as default value (111111).
~When reset procedure has been completed, the message“DVR RESET
COMPLETED. TURN OFF AND ON THE DVR＂will be displayed, then
please restart the DVR.
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7.3 Record Display
Note:CH1: No block figure next to CH1 indicates that it is not recording.
EACH: Record Type QUAD: Record Type
(T): TIMER RECORD (A):ALARM RECORD (M): MIX RECORD
(□): Currently under recording.
VIDEO LOSS: Video input unable to be detected.
CAMERA1: Name for CH 1.
OFF: Channel is set to “OFF”.
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7.4 Playback Display
TIMESEARCH
HARD DRIVE: MASTER
03/11/27 18:20:42 - 03/11/27 19:32:32
>01 TIME 2003/11/27 18:20:42
02 TIME 2003/11/27 16:43:56
03 TIME 2003/11/27 15:07:11
(
<,>) MOVE (ENTER)CHANGE (PLAY)PLAY
(MENU) EXIT (FF)SELECT EVENT OR TIME
>01 TIME
Total7
>07
1. First press《STOP》button to stop record, then press《PLAY》button to enter search
display.
2. Press《FF》button, then《PLAY》button to playback data from old to new. Use
《↑》and《↓》button to move the cursor to the desired playback time, press
《PLAY》button to start playback.
3. When wish to view recorded videos of a specific time, use《FF》button,《↑》
or《↓》button, and 《ENTER》button to make changes.
4. During playback press《PAUSE》button to pause and press《PLAY》button to play.
5. Press《FF》button to fast-forward playback.
6. Press《REW》button to reverse playback.
7. Press《STOP》button to stop playback.
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7.5 Note!
1. “Auto Sequence” function operates only during recording or under live status
(Dwell Time: 5 seconds). Sequencing will bypass a channel with video loss if
programmed accordingly (Example: Video Loss occurs on CH3, sequencing
order: CH1→CH2→CH4→QUAD).
2. To deactivate “Auto Sequence” function, press 1, 2, 3, 4, or QUAD.
3. Withdrawing the CF card, each time before the system (DVR) enters recording or
playback status, it auto detect the hard disk (detection time is about 5 seconds and
WD brand hard disk is about 30seconds).
4. When coping data from the hard disk to a CF card, make sure that the data has
been completely copied onto the CF card, before withdrawing it from the slot.
Otherwise, error may occur, system displays “CF CARD REMOVED”, and auto
returns to live display.
5. Camera name may only be viewed during recording display and under live display.
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8. SYSTEM SETUP
8.1 Menu
（1）
(3) > SYSTEM SETUP
CAMERA SETUP
RECORD SETUP
BUZZER SETUP
EVENT LIST
CF CARD SETTING
HARD DRIVE SETUP
(4) PRESS (< >), THEN (ENTER)
PRESS (MENU) TO EXIT
(2)
(1) MAIN MENU: Item subject (First menu layer does not have a subject).
(2) Menu Layer Indication: The device consists of four menu layers.
■：First Menu Layer (Main Menu)
■■ ：Second Menu Layer
■■■ ：Third Menu Layer
■■■■ ：Fourth Menu Layer
(3) Menu Operation and Setup
Press《←》or《→》button to move the cursor ( > ).
Press《ENTER》button enter the sub menu.
Press《MENU》button:
Under second or third menu layer, the system will return to the previous
menu layer (second layer to first layer or third layer to second layer) and
auto updates the modified data.
Under main menu (first menu layer), the system will enter live mode.
Press《ENTER》button, to increase or decrease the setting values that has
been highlighted.
(4) Menu Layer Operation Guide
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8.2 System Setup
SYSTEMSETUP ■■
> TIME SET
PASSWORD SET
LOARD DEFAULT
VERSION V1.0
PRESS(< >), THEN (ENTER)
PRESS (MENU) TO EXIT
1. Cursor (>) position indicates the current function selected.
2. Press《←》and《→》button to move the cursor.
3. Press《ENTER》button to proceed.
4. Press《MENU》button to exit “System Setup”.
5. “System Setup＂is situated on the second menu layer. Under this menu layer user
may setup the system time, password, and return system to default value, etc
(VERSION displayed represents the FIRMWARE version).
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8.2.1 TIME SET
TIME ■■■
2005/01/11 17：23：06
^
PRESS (< >), THEN (ENTER)
PRESS (MENU) TO EXIT
1. Cursor (^) position indicates the current time and date selected.
2. Use《←》or《→》button to move the cursor.
3. Use《ENTER》button to setup time and date.
4. Use《MENU》button to exit “Time Setup”.
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8.2.2 PASSWORD SET
PASSWORDSETUP ■■■
> PASSWORD CHANGE
MENU PASSWORD OFF
STOP REC PASSWORD OFF
PRESS (< >), THEN (ENTER)
PRESS (MENU) TO EXIT
1. Cursor (>) position indicates the current function selected.
2. Use《←》and《→》button to move the cursor to the desired item .
3. Use《ENTER》button to make changes.
4. Use《MENU》button to exit “Password Setup”.
5. When the password is setup to “ON”, user will be requested to enter the
correct password for entering from live display to menu selection (Default
Password: 111111).
6. When password is setup to “ON”, user will be requested to enter the correct
password to stop recording (Default Password: 111111).
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8.2.2.1 PASSWORD CHANGE
■■■■
CURRENT PASSWORD ：_ _ _ _ _ _
NEW PASSWORD ：_ _ _ _ _ _
CONFIRM PASSWORD ：_ _ _ _ _ _
PRESS (MENU) TO EXIT
1. Press《ENTER》button to show the display above.
2. Enter the current password (CURRENT PASSWORD).
3. Enter new password (NEW PASSWORD).
4. Confirm the new password (CONFIRM PASSWORD).
5. When password change is successful, the system will display “PASSWORD
CHANGED”.
※ Default Value: 111111
If password entered is incorrect, you will receive a message “NO
PASSWORD CHANGED” to inform you (message flashes three times) and
the system returns to “Password setup” selection.
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