dvr-400 user manual

Digital Video Recorder

Owner’s Manual


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CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER, NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

These symbols with supplemental markings are at the rear of the monitor

Explanation of Symbols

CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, with an equilateral triangle, is intended toalert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to thepresence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in theliterature accompanying the product.

WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

NOTE : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 ofthe FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment isoperated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if notinstalled and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required tocorrect the interference at his own expense.

MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE MANUFACTURER COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TOOPERATE THE EQUIPMENT UNDER FCC RULES.


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Important Safeguard

1) Read InstructionsAll the safety and operating instructions should beread before the appliance is operated.

2) Retain InstructionsThe safety and operating instructions should beretained for future reference.

3) Heed WarningsAll warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4) Follow InstructionsAll operating and use instructions should be followed.

5) CleaningUnplug this product from the wall outlet beforecleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosolcleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning the unit.

6) AttachmentsDo not use attachments not recommended by theproduct manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7) Water and MoistureDo not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,or laundry tube in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like.

8) AccessoriesDo not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,tripod, bracket or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a childor adult, and serious damage to the product. Useonly with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by themanufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mountingof the product should follow the manufacturer'sinstructions, and should use a mounting accessoryrecommended by the manufacturer.

9) VentilationSlots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing theproduct on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.This product should not be placed in a built-in

installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer'sinstructions have been adhered to.

10) Power SourcesThis product should be operated only from the typeof power resource indicated on the marking label. Ifyou are not sure of the type of power supply to yourhome, consult your appliance dealer or local powercompany. For products intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to the operatinginstructions.

11) Power-Cord ProtectionPower-supply cords should be routed so that theyare not likely to be walked on or pinched by itemsplaced upon or against them paying particularattention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles,and the point where they exit from the product.

12) LightningFor added protection for this product during alightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,unplug the product from the wall outlet anddisconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product dueto lightning and power line surges.

13) OverloadingDo not overload wall outlets, extension cords, orintegral convenience receptacles as this can result ina risk of fire or electric shock.

14) Object and Liquid EntryNever push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touchdangerous voltage points or short out parts that couldresult in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid ofany kind on the receiver.

15) ServicingDo not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may exposeyou to dangerous volt-age or other hazzards. Referall servicing to qualified service personnel.

16) Damage Requiring ServiceUnplug the product from the wall outlet and referservice opening to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a)when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,b)if liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into

the product,c) if the product has been exposed to rain or water.d)if the product does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust only thecontrols that are covered by the operatinginstructions as an improper adjustment of othercontrols may result in dam-age and will oftenrequire extensive work by a qualified technician torestore the video product to its nor-mal operation.

e)If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and

f)When the product exhibits a distinct change inperformance - this indicates a need for service.

17) Replacement PartsWhen replacements parts are required, be sure theservice technician has used replacements partsspecified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorizedsubstitutions may results in fire, electric shock orother hazards.

18) Safety CheckUpon completion of any service or repairs to thisreceiver, ask the service technician to perform safetychecks to determine that the product is in properoperating condition.

19) Wall or Ceiling MountingThe product should be mounted to a wall or ceilingonly as recommended by the manufacturer.

20) HeatThe product should be situated away from heatsources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.


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ANTENNALEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDINGCONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PART H)

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRICSERVICEEQUIPMENT

NEC � NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODES2898A

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

Figure 1-1Antenna grounding as per

National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA70


Contents

Prior to use 1

Unpacking 1

Chapter 1 Introduction

Features 2

Operation 3

Part Names and Fuctions 4~7

Chapter 2 Program Mode Operating

Main Menu Structure 8

1. ADMIN P/W SETUP 9~10

2. DATE/TIME SETUP 11

3. RECORD SETUP 12~13

4. SCHEDULE SETUP 14

5. ALARM SETUP 15

6. MOTION DETECTION 16

7. CAMERA NAME 17

8. DISPLAY SETUP 18

9. PAN/TILT SETUP 19~20

10. SYSTEM INFORMATION 21

Chapter 3 System Operation

Live Mode 22

Zoom Mode 23

Multi-Screen Mode 23

Recording Mode 24

Playback Mode 25

Freeze Mode 25

Search Mode 26~27

System Configuration 28

Appendix

Specification 29

Estimated Recording Time on 40GB HDD 30

Troubleshooting 31


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Prior to use

This is the basic manual for 4 channel DVR user. The content of this manual is focused on product introduction, installing method, connecting method with other devices, using method of various functional buttons, and system setting method with the setup menu.

Before using the 4 channel DVR, this manual should be read not only by first users, but also by the users who are already familiar with this system or any other similar device in accordance with the precautions stated within the manual.

Before getting started with the 4 channel DVR, it should be emphasized that the user must consult and receive help from the dealer where the product was purchased when opening the case and fixing the internal parts of the system for upgrade or repair.

And also if you have any further questions related to using 4 channel DVR or think you have a problem with the product, please consult your dealer.

Unpacking

When you have purchased the 4 channel DVR, first unwrap the wrapping and set the 4 channel DVR on flat surface or on a location to use it.

And then check if the following contents are include.Main unit : 1EAOwner’s manual : 1EAPower cable : 1EARemote Controller with battery : 1EARS-485 Cable : 1EA


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Chapter 1 Introduction

This easy-to use, high-performance real time half-duplex DVR gives unparalleled image quallityand superior performance for up to 4 cameras. Select any camera or group of cameras forplayback, And view it all with razor-sharp high resolution

Features

Stand-alone Type (Non-PC)4 channel Cameras Input/Output connections.Real-time display and RecordingThe DVR system let user simultaneously monitor four different camera images on user monitor with multi view screen display while real time recordingVariable recording functionRecording of the DVR system can be started automatically when the system detects motion in the image is being displayed. Also it supports event recording, continuous recording with scheduling.High Resolution Digital RecordingThe DVR system uses M-JPEG format as a compression method. With superfine compression, providing clear observation of even the minutest details.Variable display modeThe DVR System provides Full, Quad, PIP1, PIP2, Auto Sequence mode.Possible to check HDD preservation volume on the monitorRemote ControlA simple on screen menu system.Compatible with Color or B/W cameras.Password Protection for SecurityRS-485 Communication PortRecording by Motion Detection & Alarm


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Operation

1. Connect the AC Power Cord to the rear of DVR and plug into an electrical outlet.(NOTE : User must check Power Adjustment Switch before operation. This switch is at the rear of DVR unit)

2. Press the Power button, the Green LED indicates will turn ON.(NOTE : The System takes approximately 5 to 20 seconds to power up. During the Power-Up, you will see message on the screen.

3. If you see the message “NOT DETECTED”. Please check whether HDD is at the BAY.

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Part Names and Functions

Before installing the product, you better know the name and function of each switch and buttonson the front and rear of the product.

Front View

NOTE : The HDD should be installed prior to turning the DVR ON.

1. SEARCH button : The SEARCH feature allows you to find recorded file easily.You can search video recordings by Time, Date or Event and To the beginning and To theEnd.

2. REWIND button : Pressing this button to stop playback or REW plays video backwards.

3. FAST FORWARD button : Pressing FF plays video forwards. For instructions on changing the FF speed.

4. STOP button : Press this button to stop playback or Recording.

5. PLAY/PAUSE button : This button serves two functions.1) Pressing button for play plays recorded video.

The DVR will play the last recorded video by default.2) Pressing button for pause pauses the recorded video being played on screen.

6. RECORD button : Pressing the button to begin maual recording.

7. MENU button : Press this button to display main menu on the screen.

8. P/T : Press this button to control pan/tilt of Pan/Tilt/Zoom camera or Speed Dome Camera.

9. ZOOM/AF button : Press this button to control zoom and focus of Pan/Tilt/Zoom camera or Speed Dome Camera.

10. MODE button : Press this button to change variable display mode.In Live mode : Full, Quad, PIP, Auto sequenceIn playback mode : EACH, Quad


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11. FREEZE button : Press this button to freeze image on/off in Live Mode.

12. ZOOM button : 1) Press this button to display the Zoom area Box on the screen for Live and Full display mode.2) In P.B mode, the recorded picture can be displayed with zoom when the channel button select. (NOTE : Quad mode P.B only)

13, 15~17. Camera Number buttons/Move buttons :Camera Number buttons : Ch1, Ch2, Ch3, Ch4 : Full screen for each channel.Press the number of the camera you want to display on the screen.Move buttons : Navigate up, down, left, right through the menu, zoom, search mode.

14. ENTER button : Press this button to select Sub menu for menu change, and to change zoom area in zoom.

18. REMOTE : This infrared port receives signal from IR Remote controller.


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Rear View

1. Camera Input Connector (BNC) : These are input connectors for cameras.

2. Looped Through Output Connector (BNC) : These port can be used if you want to transmit a camera signal to external device.

3. MONITOR OUTPUT- MONITOR : This is BNC output connector for a Main Monitor Composite Output- S-VHS : This is S-VHS output connector for a monitor- QUAD : This is only Quad output for a Sub Monitor (Composite output)

4. ALARM IN/OUT Terminal : These are input and output terminals for alarm signals.

5. RS-485 Terminal : This terminal can be connected for control of PAN/TILT/ZOOM Camera or Speed Dome Camera.

6. AC Power INLET : the Power for this DVR System is for 100/220V AC power cord.

7. POWER Switch : On/Off of the Power for the DVR-400S.

8. RS-232C Terminal : RS-232C Interface port.


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Remote Controller

No Key Name

Rec

Mode

Zoom

Freeze

Menu

Enter

Search

Ch1

Ch2

Ch3

Ch4

Up

Down

/Left

/Right

(Play)

Pan-Auto

(Pause)

(Stop)

Pan

Tilt

Focus (Camera)

Zoom (Camera)


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Chapter 2 Program Mode Operating

After you install the product and connect it to devices as needed, you are to perform the setup forsystem management.Get info the program mode and engage the setup menu as shown below.

Main Menu Structure

Press MENU button and the main menu will be displayed on monitor.

Use the direction button ( ) to select the item.

Use the “ENTER” buttton, to go to the Sub Menu.

Use the “MENU” button, to go out the MAIN MENU.

1. ADMIN P/W SETUP2. DATE/TIME SETUP3. RECORD SETUP4. SCHEDULE SETUP5. ALARM SETUP6. MOTION DETECTION7. CAMERA NAME8. DISPLAY SETUP9. PAN TILT SETUP10. SYSTEM INFORMATION

SYSTEM SETUP MENU

MENU : EXIT ENTER : SUB MENUSELECT : DATA :


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1. ADMIN P/W SETUP

Set up the password to protect date of established MENU.If password select set up “ON”, press the main MENU button, then, you will see the displaying message “Enter Password”. You will be able to enter in the main MENU if you put the established password.

To set the Password, press the MENU button to display the MENU

Use the direction button ( ) to select the Password Setup.

Press the ENTER button to display the Password Setup menu on the screen.

To set the password, press ENTER button then use the direction button ( ) to select the P/W Input.- Use the direction button ( ) to select the character.- Use the direction button ( ) to change each character.- Press the ENTER button to selection.

To set the password protection, use the direction button ( ) to select the P/W Select the P/W Select.- To slelect ON or OFF, use the direction button ( ).- Press the ENTER button to confirm the selection.If you set ON or P/W Select, Password Protection will be worked.

- Change ‘P/W SELECT’, OFF ON OFF by pressing the direction button ( ).

P/W INPUT ****P/W SELECT OFFKEY LOCK OFF

ADMIN P/W SETUP



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To set the Key Lock, use button ( and set the lock using (- In case Key Lock On, all of keys related with REC and PLAY can not operate. Just keys related LIVE Mode can operate.

- To key Lock Off, press the MENU button and input the password to release.

Press the MENU button to exit the programming mode.


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2. DATE/TIME SETUP

To set current DATE/TIME, press the MENU button to display the Menu.- Use the direction button ( ) to select the DATE/TIME SETUP.- Press he ENTER button to display the DATE/TIME SETUP menu on the screen.


Use the direction button ( ) to select the value of each item (Display, Position, Year, Month, ..., Week, Type).

DISPLAY : ON OFFPOSITION : TOP, BOTTOMYEAR : 00~99MONTH : 01~12DAY : 01~31HOUR : 00~23MIN : 00~59TYPE : D/M/Y, M/D/Y, Y/M/D


DISPLAY ONPOSITION TOPYEAR 00MONTH 00DAY 00HOUR 00MIN 00TYPE Y/M/D

DATE/TIME SETUP



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3. RECORD SETUP

To set RECORD condition, press the MENU button to display the MENU.- Use the direction button ( ) to select the RECORD SETUP.- Press the ENTER button to display the RECORD SETUP menu on the screen.


Use the direction button ( ) to select the value of each item (REC SPEED, VIDEO QUAL..., REC CHANNEL4).


Recording Speed : User can select the recording speed.NTSC : 30, 15, 7.5, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 fpsPAL : 25, 12, 6.25, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 fps

Video Quality : These are 3 levels in recording Video Quality.[Super, High, Normal]

HDD 95% Beep : If you select ‘ON’, DVR System makes buzzer sound when it record video.

Recording Video Resolution : These are 2 levels of recording Video Resolution.[Full : 640 x 224 (NTSC), 640 x 272 (PAL) QUAD : 320 x 112 (NTSC), 320 x 136 (PAL)]

REC Channel 1~4 : User can select the recording channel.[ON/OFF]

REC SPEED : 30F/SVIDEO QUAL : SUPERHDD 95% BEEP : ONALARM REC SPEED : 30 F/SREC MODE : EACHREC CHANNEL1 : ONREC CHANNEL2 : ONREC CHANNEL3 : ONREC CHANNEL4 : ON

RECORD SETUP



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Remark : HDD will format automatically in case of Master HDD reuse after pull out from the Bay or be detected as a new one.In this case, Recorded Data will be delete automatically.


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4. SCHEDULE SETUP

To set the SCHEDULE RECORDING condition, press the MENU button to display the Menu.- Use the direction button ( ) to select the SCHEDULE SETUP.- Press the ENTER button to display the SCHEDULE SETUP menu on the screen.

[Note]The schedule recording mechanism function in 2 ways recording, during the same time every day (daily timer) or during the same time of each day of the week (weekly timer).

Weekly timer : SUN, MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI, SATDaily timer : DLY

To set the SCHEDULE RECORDING function, use the direction button ( ), to select the Schedule, “ON”, or “OFF”.

To select a day of the week, use the direction button ( ).

Press the “ENTER” button, the cursor goes to the “Reservation Dialogue Box”.

Use the direction button ( ), to move the cursor to the point of time, that you want to record, and then use the direction button ( ) to select “ ” (on) or “ ” (off). [ is blank.]

SCHEDULE ONDAY DAILY

SCHEDULE SETUP


1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12AM - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

PM - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -


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5. ALARM SETUP

To set ALARM RECORDING condition, press the MENU button to display the Menu.- Use the direction button ( ) to select the ALARM SETUP.- Press the ENTER button to display the ALARM SETUP menu on the screen.


Use the direction button ( ) to change the value of each item.


ACTION : User can select how to notify the ALARM[Beep + OSD, OSD, OFF]ALARM 1, 2, 3, 4 : N.O, N.C, OFF[N.O : Normal Open type sensor / N.C : Normal Close type sensor]REC. TIME : User can select the REC. TIME[1M, 2M, 3M, 5M, 10M, 30M]

ALARM SETUP


ACTION BEEP + OSDALARM 1 N.OALARM 2 N.OALARM 3 N.OALARM 4 N.OALARM OUT OFFREC. TIME 10 M


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6. MOTION DETECTION

To set the Motion Detection, press the MENU button to display the Menu.- Use the direction button ( ) to select the MOTION DETECTION.- Press the ENTER button to display the MOTION DETECTION menu on the screen.This DVR has ‘Motion Detection function, DVR recognize the movement automatically.

To setup the MOTION SELECTION function, use the direction button ( ) to select the item.

To change the value of each item, use the direction button ( ).- If user want to set the motion detection of channel 1, use the direction button ( ) to select the ‘CHANNEL’ item and change the the value of the channel number.And then use the direction button ( ), select the SENSITIVITY and AREA.Each channel, user can select the SENSITIVITY and AREA and change the value individually.

ACTION : BEEP + OSD, OSD, OFFSENSITIVITY : HIGH, LOW, MEDIUMAREA : FULL, OFF, 1~13[OFF : Not setup any perceive location. Motion Detection is not work]

MOTION DETECTION


ACTION : BEEP + OSDCHANNEL : CH1SENSITIVITY : HIGHAREA : 1


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7. CAMERA NAME

To set the CAMERA NAME, press the MENU button to display the Menu.- Use the direction button ( ) to select the CAMERA NAME.- Press the ENTER button to display the CAMERA NAME menu on the screen.User can insert the Camera Name (8 characters) on the screen for display.

CharactersA, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9[ - ] * ()+,_./: =\

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To display camera name on the screen, use the direction button to On or Off.

To set the camera name of Camera 1, use the direction button ( ) to select the CH 1.- Press the ENTER button to select CH 1.- To select the position of character, use the direction button ( ).- Use the direction button ( ) to change the value of the item.


CAMERA NAME


DISPLAY ONCH1 CAMERA1CH2 CAMERA2CH3 CAMERA3CH4 CAMERA4


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8. DISPLAY SETUP

To set the DISPLAY mode, press the MENU button to display the Menu.- Use the direction button ( ) to select the DISPLAY SETUP.- Press the ENTER button to display the Display Setup menu on the screen.

To set the dwell time of Auto switching, use the direction button ( ) to select the ‘AUTO SWITCH’.- To change the auto switching time, use the direction button ( ).

Auto Switching Time Mode : 1~60sec

To set the PIP Mode, use the direction button ( )

Use the direction button ( ) to change the value of the item.

AUTO SWITCH : 01~60 SPIP POSITION : B/R (Bottom Right), T/L (Top Left), T/R (Top Right), B/L (Bottom Left), B (Bottom), T (Top), L (Left), R (Right)


DISPLAY SETUP


AUTO SWITCH 01SPIP POSITION T/L (1 PIP)PIP MAIN CH1PIP SUB 1 CH2PIP SUB 2 CH3CAMERA ADJUST CH1CONTRAST 50BRIGHTNESS 50COLOR 50HUE 50

CAMERA ADJUSMENT

You can adjust camera condition bythis function.The first stepSelect the camera number.The second stepAdjust camera condition.


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9. PAN/TILT SETUP

These are installed several kinds of Protocol of Rx-receiver or Speed Dome Camera.If user installs Pan/Tilt Driver or Speed Dome Camera, user has the same protocol name in this menu.

To set the pan/tilt drive, press the MENU button to display the Menu.- Use the direction button ( , ) to select the Pan/Tilt Setup.- Press the ENTER button to display the Pan/Tilt Setup menu on the monitor.

To select the Pan/Tilt Driver, use the direction button ( ).

To change ON or OFF, use the direction button ( ).DRX-502A : Speed Dome Camera

Video Channel ID NumberCH1 001CH2 002CH3 003CH4 004

PAN TILT SETUP


DRX-502A ONCAMERA ID 01


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To test Pan/Tilt in Live Mode- Push the Pan, Tilt, Focus, Camera Zoom, Pan Auto button- Push the CH Number, then screen shifts to the channel in full screen mode.- Push Up/Down/Left/Right button or Shuttle ring to control the Pan/Tilt Driver or Speed Dome Camera.

Please set the ID Number of Pan Tilt Zoom Camera or Speed Dome Camera as below

Video Channel ID NumberCH1 001CH2 002CH3 003CH4 004


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10. SYSTEM INFORMATION

To set and check the HDD and System other information, press the MENU button to display themenu.- Use the direction button ( , ) to select the SYSTEM INFORMATION.- Press the ENTER button to display the Information menu on the monitor.

To display remains HDD space information on the screen, use the direction button ( , ) to select the HDD Info OSD.- To select ON or OFF, use the direction button ( ).

To set HDD overwrite when HDD was full with recording data, use the direction button ( , ) to select the ‘HDD OVERWRITE’ item.To select ON or OFF, use the direction button ( ).If user select ‘ON’ automatically, DVR will overwrite HDD after filling it up.

To delete the all of the data on Search List, use the direction button ( , ) to select the HDD FORMAT.To select YES or NO, use the direction button ( ).

To setting the DVR default data, use the direction button ( , ) to select the FACTORY SET.And then, use the ENTER button.


SYSTEM INFORMATION


HDD INFO OSD ONHDD OVERWRITE OFFHDD FORMATFACTORY SET

MASTER TOTAL SIZE : 038.930 GBMASTER USED SIZE : 019.562 GBSLAVE TOTAL SIZE : 019.367 GBSLAVE USED SIZE : 019.000 GBSOFTWARE VERSION : VER.*.*

HDD Size Information

Master Total Size : Total HDD Size (DVR has auto detect HDD function.)

Master Used Size: A part of usedHDD size

Slave Total Size : Total HDD Size(DVR has auto detect HDD function.)

Slave Used Size : A part of usedHDD size


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Chapter 3 System Operation

This product can record video signal of asynchronous up to 4.Connect cameras, monitor, audio equipment and power cord to DVR system.(DVR system connection refer to installation section)Press the POWER button on the rear of the DVR to Turn on the system.Video signal from all 4 cameras display on the screen.

Live Mode

The each camera’s name is displayed on the screen, depending on the setting of the CameraName menu.

The time and data is displyed on the screen, defending on the setting of the Date/Time Setup menu.

The HDD information OSD is displayed on the screen, depending on the setting of the Information menu.

‘HDD 05%’ refers to Used HDD, even if HDD is overwriting.

If there is loss video signal, ‘VIDEO LOSS’ appears on the screen.


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Zoom Mode

You can operate the ZOOM button in full screen mode.You cannot operate the ZOOM button when a menu or search list are displayed on the monitor.The button doesn’t work when DVR is in Auto mode and Freeze mode.

1. Display the Zoom area box by pressing the ZOOM button.2. Move the zoom area box to the desired position by pressing direction buttons . [ , , ]3. Press the ZOOM button to make the picture twice as large as the original picture size.4. To exit the zoom picture on the screen, press the ZOOM button.

Multi-Screen Mode

You can change the display type PIP, Quad and Auto Sequence.

Press the M-SCREEN button, you can switch Display mode.(Quad PIP Auto Sequence)

In Auto Sequence mode, you can switch channel. (Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Ch4)Dwell time of each channel is depending on the setting of the Auto Switch sub menu of Display Setup.


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Recording Mode

1. Normal Recording- Press the RECORD button, the REC indicator lights on and ‘REC’ signs will appear.- If there is loss video signal during recording, ‘LOSS’ appear on the screen, however, recording is still processing.

- Recording Mode : EACH or QUADEACH mode : 7.5 fps (NTSC) / Channel, 6.25 fps (PAL) / ChannelQuad mode : 30 fps (NTSC), 25 fps (PAL)

2. Schedule RecordingSchedule Recording is depending on the setting of the Schedule Setup menu.

3. Event RecordingAlarm recordingAlarm recording depending on the setting of the Alarm Setup menu.Alarm recording commences upon either of the following conditions ;

ALARM IN terminals is triggered by alarm sensorCamera detects motionIf there is an alarm ;DVR begins alarm recording for all channels regardless of channel be detected.(When you set up the Camera of for specific channel on Menu, DVR begins alarm recording for all channels)An alarm index signal is automatically stored in memory when alarm recording begins.Refer to Playback section for reviewing the index search.If alarm recording stops, screen is changed to previous mode.

Motion detection recordingMotion detection recording is depending on the setting of the Motion Detection menu.

When in the alarm recording mode, the DVR records for the entire alarm recording duration evenif the end time specified in a schedule recording has been exceeded.Alarm recording also continues as long as motion is detected within the area established for motion detection. When motion stops, alarm recording continues for the time set in the Rec Timesetting.

When the HDD is full ;In case of Overwrite is Off, “HDD Full” message will be displayed and buzzer sounds.In case of Overwrite is On, HDD will be overwritten from beginning automatically.


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Playback Mode

1. Playback ( ) and Pause ( )1) Press the PLAY ( )/PAUSE ( ) button, the display will be changed to EACH PLAY or

QUAD accordingly. DVR begins to Playback at the start point of the lastest Recording sector.

2) Pressing button once again pauses the recorded video being played on screen.

2. FF ( )Pressing the FF button increase the FF speed : 5x, 10x, 20x

3. REW ( )The maximum and standard REW speed is 5x

Freeze Mode

1. In the live and quad screen mode, press FREEZE button at first and see the following instruction

Press the Channel button (CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4) during in live mode, that channel of videopicture will be frozen.Each time you press the channel button ; channel freeze and display of number on screen will be active and inactive.Press FREEZE button to exit from freeze mode.In PIP mode, press the channel button which user want to freeze.

2. In the live and quad screen mode, press FREEZE button, video picture will be frozen. Press FREEZE button to exit from freeze mode.


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Search Mode

The DVR allows you to easily find section of recorded video using the Search feature. Press the SEARCH button and you will see the following options :

1) DATE/TIME SEARCHThe First StepAn example of DATE/TIME SEARCH is shown on the left.Simply press ENTER to view main selected piece of Video on the list.

The Second StepShow a listing of recorded video on the main selected video.

Note : The List can be recorded up to 100 items.

1. DATE/TIME SEARCH2. EVENT SEARCH3. TO THE BEGINNING4. TO THE END

DATE/TIME SEARCH

ENTER : SUB MENU ZOOM : ERASESELECT : PAGE :

01. 06/09 17:39 - 06/09 17:4302. 06/09 18:10 - 06/09 18:13...

DATE/TIME SEARCH


START 2003/06/09 17:39:46STOP 2003/06/09 17:43:13

2003/06/09 17:39You can find video recorded on aspecific date and time(Characters can be changeable)


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2) EVENT SEARCHFind Video recorded on a specific data.(M : Recorded by Motion A : Recorded by Alarm)

Note : The List can be recorded up to 100 items.

3) TO THE BEGINNINGPlay from the oldest recorded piece of Video

4) TO THE ENDPlay from the last recorded piece of Video

EVENT SEARCH


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System Configuration

CCTV Camera

Speed DomeCamera

Zoom DomeCamera

Zoom Camera

Sensor(4EA)

Siren(2EA)

CCTV Monitor

SLAVE Monitor


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Appendix

Specification

TV Standard NTSC or PAL

Camera Input 4Ch CVBS 1.0Vp-p, 75 , Terminated, BNC, Auto-loop throughout 4EA

Monitor OutCVBS : 1.0Vp-p, 75 , 1EA, BNC (Full, 4, PIP, PIP2)S-VHS : C-0.286Vp-p, 75 , 1EA, S-Jack, Mini Din

IDE Interface Supports 2 HDD

Compression Method Modified M-JPEG

Pixel Resolution (Pixel)Monitoring : 720 x 480 (NTSC), 720 x 576 (PAL)Recording : 640 x 224 (NTSC), 640 x 272 (PAL)

Max.Recording RateQuad mode : 30 fps (NTSC), 25 fps (PAL)Each mode : 7.5 fps (NTSC) / Channel, 6.25 fps (PAL) / Channel

Gray Sale 256 Seps

Search Mode Date, Time, Channel, Event

Recording Mode Normal, Schedule, Event (Motion detection, Sensor alarm)

Motion Detection4Channel Real Time Motion DetectionSensitivity : 3 Steps for each ChannelArea : Programmable motion detection area for each camera individually

Alarm In From External Alarm Devices : NO, NC, SE, 8EA

Alarm Out Contact Relay, make contact initiates alarm

Alarm Hold Time 30 sec ~ 10 min

Remote ControlIR Remote Control* Option Camera Pan/Tilt/Zoom control through RS-485

CharacterChannel Title : Each Channel indicates maximum 8 CharacterDate & Time : Year/Month/Date/Hour : Minute : Second(Year/Month/Date, Month/Date/Year, Date/Month/Year Selectable)

Auto SwitchingDwell Time : 1 sec ~ 60 sec (ROLL FREE)CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4... CH1 (Default Setting)

Alarm Log Up to the 100 event (Alarm, Loss, Motion)

Dimmension 300mm(H) x 340mm(D) x 88mm(H)

Power Source AC100 ~ 240V

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Estimated Recording Time on 40GB HDD

Video Signal Recording Mode Video Quallity

Recording Results in NTSC Format30 fps 15 fps 7fps 1 fps

Super

High

Normal

Super

High

Normal

Quad Mode

Each Mode

NTSC

18 36 72 540

24 48 96 720

29 58 116 870

32 64 128 960

45 90 180 1,350

56 112 224 1,680

Unit : Hours

Video Signal Recording Mode Video Quallity

Recording Results in PAL Format25 fps 12 fps 6fps 1 fps

Super

High

Normal

Super

High

Normal

Quad Mode

Each Mode

PAL

19 38 76 475

24 48 96 600

30 60 120 750

31 62 124 775

45 90 180 1,125

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Troubleshooting

There are unexpected situations when you are not able to use the system properly.Even through there can be a serious problem to the system in cases like these, most of the times it can be solved with a little emergency treatment.

In case of a problem in the DVR system, please check the following details.

When the Power Doesn’t Go On.Check if the power plug is correctly connected.

Images are not appearing on the monitor.Check the connection between camera and DVR. (Power and Video line)Check the connection beween DVR and monitor.

No response when press the PLAY or PAUSE button.Check DVR on Record mode.

Alarm recording does not response.Check the alarm connection.Check the alarm setup of menu.

Motion Detection recording does not response.Check the Motion Detection in menu.

When you catch abnormal picture on play back.In case you set the Quad Mode recording, video signal should be affected by Sensitive Brightness and Unstable signal.For these reasons, picture should be recorded and play back under bad condition.When you catch this case, please change the recording mode to EACH for best condition.

Does not playback the picture during the play mode.Check DVR in the end of recorded data.

Pan/Tilt/Zoom does not response.Check the data line [RS-485] between DVR and Pan/Tilt/Zoom camera.Check the ID number of the Pan/Tilt/Zoom camera.Select the Model Name in Pan/Tilt setup menu.

- If you have checked the above details and still cannot settle the problem, please request for expert’s help from your dealer.

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