Premium H.264 DVR User's Manual

Premium H.264 DVR

User’s Manual Version 2.2

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Caution and Preventive Tips •

Switch the 115/230V selector to your local voltage standard

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Handle with care, do not drop the unit

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Mount the unit in an equipment rack or place it on a solid, stable surface.

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Indoor use only. Do not place the unit in a humid, dusty, oily, or smoky site.

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Do not place it in an area with poor ventilation or in an area close to fire or other sources of heat. Doing so may damage the unit as well as cause fire or an electric shock.

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When cleaning is necessary, shut down the system and unplug the unit from the outlet before uncovering the top cover. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use only a damp cloth for cleaning.

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Always shut down the system prior connecting or disconnecting accessories, with the exception of USB devices.

This symbol intends to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. This symbol intends to alert the user to the presence of unprotected “Dangerous Voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be strong enough to cause a risk of electric shock.

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Important Information Before proceeding, please read and observe all instructions and warnings in this manual. Retain this manual with the original bill of sale for future reference and, if necessary, warranty service. When unpacking your unit, check for missing or damaged items. If any item is missing, or if damage is evident, DO NOT INSTALL OR OPERATE THIS PRODUCT. Contact your dealer for assistance.

Rack Mounting Consult with the supplier or manufacturer of your equipment rack for the proper hardware and procedure of mounting this product in a safe fashion. Avoid uneven loading or mechanical instability when rack-mounting units. Make sure that units are installed to get enough airflow for safe operation. The maximum temperature for rack-mounted units is 40 °C. Check product label for power supply requirements to assure that no overloading of supply circuits or over current protection occurs. Mains grounding must be reliable and uncompromised by any connections.

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Table of Contents 1. Overview .......................................................................................................................7 2. System Setup................................................................................................................8 2.1 Position the Unit .....................................................................................................8 2.2 Select Video Format ...............................................................................................8 2.3 Connect Devices to the Unit ...................................................................................8 2.4 Rear Panel Connectors ..........................................................................................9 3. General System Setup ...............................................................................................12 3.1 Front Panel Introduction .......................................................................................12 3.1.1 LED Definition............................................................................................12 3.1.2 Functional Keys .........................................................................................13 3.2 Enter OSD Setup Menu........................................................................................15 3.2.1 User Management .....................................................................................16 3.3 Power On / Shutdown the Unit .............................................................................17 3.3.1 HDD Auto Scan..........................................................................................18 3.4 System Date / Time Setting ..................................................................................19 3.4.1 Set Date / Time ..........................................................................................19 3.4.2 Daylight Saving Time .................................................................................20 3.4.3 Network Time Protocol Setup ....................................................................21 3.5 IP Camera Setting ................................................................................................22 3.5.1 IP Camera Information...............................................................................22 3.5.2 Connection Setup ......................................................................................23 3.5.3 Device Setup .............................................................................................24 3.5.4 Activated....................................................................................................25 3.5.5 Status.........................................................................................................25 3.5.6 Copy Settings ............................................................................................25 3.6 Record Schedule / Quality Setting........................................................................26 3.6.1 Schedule Setup .........................................................................................26 3.6.2 Preset Record Configuration .....................................................................27 3.6.3 Per Camera Configuration .........................................................................27 3.6.4 Record Event Video Only ..........................................................................28 3.6.5 ezRecord Setup .........................................................................................28 3.6.6 Data Lifetime Setup ...................................................................................29 3.6.7 Pre-Alarm Recording .................................................................................30 3.6.8 Circular Recording .....................................................................................30 3.6.9 Audio Recording ........................................................................................31 3.6.10 Purge Data.................................................................................................31 3.7 POS Setup ...........................................................................................................32 4

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3.7.1 3.7.2 3.7.3 3.7.4

POS Function ............................................................................................32 POS Overlay..............................................................................................32 Exception POS Setup ................................................................................33 Input Setup ................................................................................................34

4. Basic Operation ..........................................................................................................36 4.1 View Live / Playback Video ..................................................................................36 4.1.1 Viewing Modes ..........................................................................................36 4.1.2 Digital Zoom...............................................................................................37 4.1.3 View Live Cameras....................................................................................38 4.1.4 View Recorded Video ................................................................................38 4.1.5 Taking Snapshots ......................................................................................39 4.2 Sequence Setup...................................................................................................39 4.2.1 Sequence with Main Monitor (1st and 2nd) ...............................................39 4.2.2 Sequence with Call Monitor .......................................................................40 4.3 Search Recorded Video .......................................................................................40 4.3.1 Search by Time..........................................................................................41 4.3.2 Calendar Search........................................................................................42 4.3.3 Smart Search.............................................................................................43 4.3.4 Search by Event ........................................................................................44 4.3.5 Search by Text ...........................................................................................45 4.3.6 Panorama Search......................................................................................46 4.4 Video Export.........................................................................................................46 4.4.1 Export from OSD Setup Menu ...................................................................46 4.4.1.1 Select the External Device ...........................................................47 4.4.1.2 Select Video for Exporting ............................................................47 4.4.1.3 Digital Signature ...........................................................................48 4.4.1.4 Erase Disc ....................................................................................49 4.4.2 Quick Video Export through Front Panel ...................................................49 4.4.2.1 ezBurn Introduction ......................................................................49 4.4.2.2 Export Normal Video ....................................................................50 4.4.2.3 Export Event Video.......................................................................50 4.5 Dome Control .......................................................................................................51 4.5.1 Dome Connection ......................................................................................51 4.5.2 Dome Protocol Setup.................................................................................51 4.5.3 RS485 Setup .............................................................................................52 4.5.4 Dome Controlling Key................................................................................52 4.5.5 Set Preset Points .......................................................................................53 4.5.6 Call Preset Points ......................................................................................54 4.5.7 Run Dome Camera Tour ............................................................................54 4.6 UPnP Function .....................................................................................................55 5

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4.6.1 Setting Up the DVR and the PC.................................................................55 4.6.2 UPnP NAT Traversal Function ...................................................................56 4.7 System Log Exportation .......................................................................................56 5. Remote Monitoring Software.....................................................................................57 5.1 Remote Monitoring System Requirements ...........................................................57 5.2 Software Installation .............................................................................................58 5.2.1 Change Internet Settings ...........................................................................58 5.2.2 Install Remote Monitoring Software ...........................................................60 5.2.2.1 Log in / Log off..............................................................................61 5.2.2.2 Software Upgrades.......................................................................62 5.3 Basic Operation for Monitoring Remotely .............................................................62 5.3.1 View Live Video .........................................................................................62 5.3.1.1 Select Display Mode.....................................................................63 5.3.1.2 Operate Cameras with Dome Control ..........................................63 5.3.1.3 Digital Zoom of Camera Display...................................................64 5.3.1.4 Manually Trigger Relay Output Devices .......................................64 5.3.2 Instant Recording.......................................................................................65 5.3.2.1 Record Video Instantly .................................................................65 5.3.2.2 Playback Instant Recorded Video ................................................65 5.3.3 Playback Video ..........................................................................................65 5.3.3.1 Playback Remote Video ...............................................................66 5.3.3.2 Playback Local *.drv Files ............................................................67 5.3.3.3 Playback Controls ........................................................................67 5.3.4 Verify Digital Signature ..............................................................................68 5.3.5 Search from Event List ..............................................................................68 5.3.6 Take a Snapshot ........................................................................................68 5.3.7 Health Status of HDD.................................................................................69 5.3.8 Normal and Dual Streaming.......................................................................69 5.3.9 Remote Software Upgrade/ Reboot of Connected DVR ............................70 5.3.10 Remote Monitoring Software Troubleshooting ...........................................71 Appendix A: Recommended HDDs ................................................................................72 Appendix B: Remote Controller .....................................................................................73 Appendix C: USB Mouse Operation ...............................................................................75 Special Operations .......................................................................................................75 Appendix D: Keyboard Access Sketch ..........................................................................77 Appendix E: Simultaneous Output Options ..................................................................78 Appendix F: Jog / Shuttle Control ..................................................................................79 Appendix G: IP Camera Installation ...............................................................................80

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Overview The Premium H.264 DVR is an integrated digital video recorder that combines the features of a time-lapse audio / video recorder, a multiplexer, and a video server to create a single security solution. Its outstanding pentaplex operation enables users to view live video, search and playback any recorded video by date/time or event, remotely monitor the unit via internet on PCs or mobile devices, and backup the configuration and video data, MEANWHILE the recording of the DVR is ongoing simultaneously. In addition to the new compression mode H.264, some of the Premium H.264 DVR is enhanced to provide MPEG-4 and MJPEG compression modes. Moreover, its distinctive hybrid solution supports the coexistence of network compatible IP devices and convenient analog connections. In addition to these sophisticated functions, another marvelous implementation is the brand-new experience of Graphical User Interface (GUI) that optimizes the monitoring controls of the unit. The Premium H.264 DVR is pre-installed with remote viewing and configuration software, which is a Web-browser plug-in allowing users to view live or recorded video images, and enables remote configuration. The remote software is stored in the Premium H.264 DVR and deployed over a LAN, WAN or Internet connection to remote Windows-based computers. This simplifies the installation and maintenance of the software components so all remote users are using the same software coming from the unit.

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System Setup The notices and introduction on system installation will be described particularly in this chapter. Please follow the description to operate the unit. In order to prevent the unit from data loss and system damage that caused by a sudden power fluctuation, use of an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is highly recommended.

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Position the Unit Firstly, note to position / mount the DVR in a proper place and be sure to power off the unit before making any connections. The placed location should avoid hindering or blocking the unit from airflow. Enough airflow is needed to protect the unit from overheating. The maximum allowable temperature of operating environment is 40°C. The unit utilizes heat-conducting techniques to transfer internal heat to the case, especially to the bottom side of the unit. NOTE: Be sure the rubber feet are not removed, and always leave a space for air ventilation on the unit’s bottom side.

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Select Video Format The DVR is designed to operate under either NTSC or PAL video formats. The switch is positioned on the rear panel.

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Connect Devices to the Unit This section lists some notices that should be given before making any connections to the DVR. Connecting Required Devices Before powering on the unit, cameras and a main monitor should be connected to the unit for basic operation. If needed, connect a call monitor for displaying full-screen video of all installed cameras in sequence.

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Connecting Short-term Device If any short-term devices shall be installed to the DVR as parts of the unit system, such as USB ThumbDrive® or any USB devices, etc., make sure those devices are connected only after the unit is powered on. The reason is because the DVR can recognize the external devices only after the power-on process is done completely.

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Rear Panel Connectors There are various connectors on the rear panel for the DVR installations. The connectors are described as the followings. Main Monitor (S-Video / BNC) Both S-Video and BNC output connectors are offered for connection to a main monitor. The main monitor displays live image and playback recorded video in full-screen or split-window format. Call Monitor (BNC) The call monitor is used to display full-screen video of all installed cameras in sequence. The BNC call monitor connector allows user to connect the DVR with a call monitor. VGA Output VGA output connectors are offered for connecting to VGA main monitors. Some models provide one while other models provide two VGA connectors.

Digital Output A digital output connector is provided for connection to a displaying device that transfers data digitally to show the best video quality. NOTE: Refer to Appendix E: Simultaneous Output Options for detailed information about monitor functionality.

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Video Input A group of BNC connectors is offered for video input streams from installed cameras. The number of connectors is equal to the number of channels.

Video Out Plenty of BNC connectors are positioned on the rear panel for looping out the video input. Main Audio Out The DVR provides a main audio out connectors for connection to an audio output devices, such as an amplified speaker. Audio In A terminal block titled “AUDIO IN” provides connections to audio source devices of all channels for the purposes of audio recording and two-way audio talk function as well. Refer to Setup Guide for detailed pin definitions. Alarm I/O & RS485 The unit provides alarm I/O and RS-485 ports that offer users the flexibility required to connect the unit to the other device. The definition for pins varies when the DVRs have different channels. Refer to Setup Guide for detailed pin definitions. NAS (Reserved) The NAS connector allows users to connect a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device to expend HDD capacity of the DVR. LAN 10/100/1000M (RJ-45) The DVR is capable of networking and it allows the videos to be viewed over the LAN network or the Internet by using the Internet Explorer.

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USB Connector There is a USB2.0 port on the rear panel for users to connect external USB devices to the unit, such as ThumbDrive®, DVD+RW, or a USB mouse. e-SATA (Reserved) Users can connect an e-SATA storage device via this port to expend HDD capacity of the DVR.

Alarm Output (Optional) This optional terminal block offers connections to four extra alarm output devices.

Video Matrix (Optional) This optional D-Sub connector allows users to connect four extra call monitors. RS-232C The unit provides a RS-232C communication port for sending and receiving signals. Power Jack Connect the power supply cord shipped with the DVR.

NOTE: Use of other power supply cords may cause overloading.

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General System Setup Before operating the DVR, some general configuration should be setup first. The following subsections will introduce function keys on the front panel and general configuration of the DVR. The regular displayed OSD information and its displayed positions are shown as following figure. Title of the channel will be displayed on the top-center of the gird, either in full-screen mode or in multiple channel mode. The current operation status and date/time information will be displayed in the status bar at the bottom of the screen. Move the cursor to any status bar icon and its description will be displayed. Refer to the Setup Guide for a list of status bar icons and their descriptions. CH1

CH2

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Front Panel Introduction The front panel controls enable users to control the unit and preset the programmable functions.

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LED Definition The LEDs on the front panel of the DVR are described as follows. Network LED The LED lights up when the DVR is connected to a network and blinks when data is being transferred. REC LED The LED blinks while the DVR is recording. Alarm LED The LED lights up when an alarm is triggered.

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Functional Keys This section describes the functional keys, which are for normal operation, on the front panel of the DVR. Please refer to the Setup Guide for the graphical illustration of functional keys. POWER Key • After power cord is correctly connected, press this key to switch power on. • Press and hold this key to quick shutdown the DVR. CHANNEL • In both Live and Playback modes, press the CHANNEL key to view the corresponding video in full-screen. The number of the CHANNEL keys corresponds to the number of cameras supported by the unit. • In Dome Control mode, the key “1” is used to access the Set/Go preset menu; the keys “11” ~ “16” are for quick access of preset points 1~6. COPY/CALL • In Live mode, press this key once to control the call monitor. • Alternatively, press and hold this key for 3 seconds to control the 2nd main monitor. • In Playback mode, press this key to select the start and end time of the export video. Refer to section Video Export for detailed information. IP Press this key and it will be lighten up. Then press channel keys to show full-screen display of IP Camera channels. Press this key again to exit IP Camera viewing mode, and the light of the key will be off. DOME Press the key to enter Dome Control mode. Please refer to Section Dome Control for detailed controlling operation. MODE Press repeatedly to select desired main monitor display format. According to the monitor displaying type, there are several available viewing modes: full-screen, 4-windows, 8-windows, 9-windows, 12-windows, 16-windows, and 20-windows. Refer to section Viewing Modes for detailed information. 13

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PLAY Press this key to switch between live image and playback video. NOTE: The video of latest 5 ~ 10 minutes cannot be played back because the video is still saved in the buffer. FREEZE • Press FREEZE while viewing live image, the live video will be frozen. The date / time information shown on the monitor will continue updating, as well as the recording of video. Press FREEZE again to return to live mode. • Press FREEZE while playing the recorded video, the playback video will be paused. Press LEFT / RIGHT to move the recorded video reverse / forward by single step. Press FREEZE again to continue playing video. SEQ (Sequence) Press to start automatic sequence display of video from all installed cameras. SEARCH In both Playback and Live mode, press SEARCH to enter the Search menu for searching and playing back recorded video by date / time, event, or text. MENU Press this key to enter the OSD setup menu. Direction Keys • In Zoom mode, these keys function as Direction keys. • In the OSD setup menu, the LEFT / RIGHT keys are used to move the cursor to previous or next fields. To change the value in the selected field, press UP / DOWN keys. ESC • Press to cancel or exit from certain mode or OSD setup menu without changing the settings made previously. • When password protection is switched off, press ESC for five seconds to lock up the system. Press ESC for five seconds again to unlock. NOTE: Enter the OSD menu and go to Æ to enable or disable the password protection.

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ENTER / ZOOM • In OSD setup menu or selection interface, press this key to make the selection or save settings. • In live full-screen viewing mode, press this key to view a 2× zoom image; press it again to return. JOG / SHUTTLE (for specified models) The jog/shuttle knob, shown as the figure on the right, is a combination of a shuttle ring with an embedded jog disk. It provides wide latitude in playback control. Note that the jog/shuttle knob is active only when the DVR is in Playback mode. Please refer to Appendix F: Jog / Shuttle Control for further information.

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Enter OSD Setup Menu The configuration of the DVR can be customized through the intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI) OSD setup menu. Collaborating with a USB mouse, setting up the DVR can be easy as operating on a PC. Press MENU and select an account to login. The next step is to enter a corresponding password. The preset password for the administrator account “admin” is “1234”. NOTE: It is strongly suggested to change the preset password to prevent unauthorized access to the unit. An icon displayed at the status bar will show the authority level of the account. Under logout condition, the icon will be a guest icon. When an account is logged in, its authority level number (1~8) will be shown. Before completely logout, other functions can also be accessed without having to login again. There are two ways to logout: manually logout by pressing ESC key at Live mode, or auto logout when keys are not pressed for 5 minutes at Live/ Menu mode.

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User Management The DVR provides the option to create up to seven sets of usernames and passwords with customized authority, excluding the preset “admin” account. From the Main Menu, select Æ and the menu is as the following. User Management Password Protection Account Setup Authority Setup Load Default Setting

On No

Password Protection Select to request for username and password for accessing functions listed in Authority Setup menu, or select to allow free access. Account Setup Setup customized account, password, and privilege level in this menu. The account is case sensitive. The privilege level rank from level 1~8, and level 8 has highest privilege. Alternatively, select to stop using the account. A second password can also be specified, if required. NOTE: The username and privilege level of the preset administrator account “admin” cannot be changed. Authority Setup Setup the allowed authority level for accessing the functions listed in this menu. The functions include: Playback/Search, Covert Camera, Dome Control, Live Operation, Call Control, Export Data, Menu Access, System Setup, Monitor Setup, Camera Setup, Record Setup, Sequence Setup, Event Setup, Database Setup, Configuration, POS Setup, and Shutdown. The authority level rank from level 1~8, and level 8 has highest authority. Alternatively, select to allow free access. NOTE: The “Menu Access” cannot be set to . When the account does not have authority to access certain functions, an error message will be displayed on the screen. Load Default Setting Select to load the default setting. 16

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Power On / Shutdown the Unit If the DVR must be shutdown for any reason, please use the proper shutdown and power on procedures to avoid damaging the DVR. To Power On the Unit: Check the type of power source before plug in the power cord to the DVR (the acceptable power input is between AC110V ~ AC240V), and power on the unit using the power key on the front panel. The color bar and system checking information will be shown on the monitor and then disappear when the unit has been completely powered up. To Restart / Shutdown the Unit: Press MENU and input the username and password that has sufficient authority to access the OSD setup menu. Select in Main Menu and press ENTER to enter the Shutdown menu, which displays as follows. Shutdown Power Off Reboot Auto Rebooting Rebooting Time

Off AM 12:00

Power Off Select this item to shut down the unit. Do not remove the power during shut down until the message “You can safely turn off DVR now!” displays. NOTE: Press and hold the POWER key can also quick shutdown the DVR. Reboot Select this item to reboot the unit. The color bar and system checking information are displayed on the monitor until the unit is completely restarted. Auto Rebooting The Premium H.264 DVR series unit can be set to reboot automatically once a day/week at predetermined time in order to keep the DVR system more stable. Select to disable the auto rebooting function

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Rebooting Time If the auto rebooting function is enabled, select a desired time to perform the auto rebooting function.

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HDD Auto Scan When the DVR found file system error while recording, the DVR will reboot and HDD auto scan will be initiated. If by any chance auto scan failed, the HDD will need to be formatted. NOTE: If users wish to initiate HDD auto scan function for abnormal power loss as well, enter the OSD setup menu via an authorized account and access to set to . HDD auto scan will be initiated every time the DVR powers on if it previously loss power abnormally or if there is file system error. Read the following troubleshooting to finish the auto scanning process. • Skip Auto Scan: During the scanning process, users can press any key to skip the process. • Time Expired: When the scanning process took more than predetermined time (3hrs for 1TB HDD, 6hrs for 2TB HDD, etc), the scanning process is treated as failed and will be automatically terminated. The DVR will reboot. • Format HDD: If the scanning process is failed, users will be prompted to confirm format of the HDD with error. When users confirmed to format the HDD with error, login of an authorized account is required if password protection is enabled. If users select cancel or do not respond within 5 minutes, the HDD with error will be marked as a NG HDD. A NG HDD will not be counted as a part of the DVR’s database. It will just stay there doing nothing. • Recover NG HDD: Enter the OSD setup menu via an authorized account and access . Then select and find the NG HDD from the list. Under column, first select to format the NG HDD. Then select to add the formatted HDD to the DVR’s database. NOTE: The above actions will be recorded in the system log data.

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System Date / Time Setting Users can set the current date, time and other OSD parameters in Date/Time menu (under System setup menu). The login account should have authority to access the System setup menu. In OSD setup menu, select and press ENTER, then select to access the Date/Time menu; the menu displays as follows. Date/Time Date Time Time Zone Date/Time Display Date Display Mode Time Display Mode Daylight Saving Time Setup Network Time Protocol Setup

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2010/12/07 PM 10:39:26 Off 1 Row Y/M/D 12 HR

Set Date / Time Set Date / Time Select or and press ENTER for adjusting the settings. LEFT / RIGHT keys are used to move the cursor to previous or next field, ENTER is for selecting, and UP / DOWN are used to change the value in the selected field. NOTE: The new date / time setting applies to record new video. The date and time of previously recorded video will not be changed. NOTE: If time settings have to be changed in any case, it is strongly recommended to format the HDDs to avoid database corruption. Date / Time Display Users are allowed to set the time OSD displays in 1 row or 2 rows. Use the UP / DOWN keys to change the setting.

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Date Display Mode This function allows user to set the OSD display type of the date. There are three options to select from: , or . “Y” represents “Year”, “M” represents “Month” and “D” represents “Day”. Move to the item and press ENTER, the option starts blinking. Use UP / DOWN keys to change the setting. Time Display Mode User can set the time format to or . Use the UP / DOWN keys to change the format.

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Daylight Saving Time Daylight Saving Time The item is for people who live in certain regions to observe Daylight Saving Time. Select to enable, or to disable the function. If the function is disabled, the DST Start / End time and DST Bias will be grayed out and cannot be accessed. NOTE: If this function is enabled, the date/time information will be shown on the screen with a DST icon when playing back recorded video or searching video in the event list. “S” indicates summer time and “W” indicates wintertime. DST Start / End The items are used to program the daylight saving duration. Use LEFT / RIGHT keys to move the cursor to the next or previous field, UP / DOWN to change the settings in the selected field. DST Bias The item allows user to set the amount of time to move forward from the standard time for daylight saving time. The available options are in minutes.

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Network Time Protocol Setup Time Zone Select to enter the time zone. To find out the correct local time zone, please visit www.greenwichmeantime.com or refer to the following figure.

NOTE: The must be set to the correct local time zone or the will not be accessible. Network Time Protocol Setup After entering the time zone, the option will appear. Select the to set the NTP server. The default NTP server is time.nist.gov, but the user can change it to other NTP servers when desired. A list of IP addresses of the NTP servers is listed below. 129.6.15.28 132.163.4.102 192.43.244.18 206.246.118.250 207.200.81.113

129.6.15.29 132.163.4.103 131.107.1.10 208.184.49.9 64.236.96.53

132.163.4.101 128.138.140.44 69.25.96.13 64.125.78.85 68.216.79.113

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IP Camera Setting The distinctive hybrid solution of the DVR enables users to connect IP camera(s) while others are analog cameras. First enter the OSD setup menu with an authorized account and access Æ to select the number of IP cameras to be connected. The preset is 4, which added 4 extra channels to the DVR’s maximum supported camera connections. When is set to 5 or above, the supported channels will be from the largest numbers (e.g. CH16 for 16ch models). NOTE: The DVR must be rebooted in order to apply the change of IP Camera Support option. To configure setting of an IP camera, access and select the channel with the largest number. The menu will be shown as follows. IP Camera IP Camera Select IP Camera Title IP Camera Covert Device Search Hostname/IP Model Connection Setup Device Setup Activated Status Copy Settings

CH20 CH20 Off X.X.X.X ONVIF No

NOTE: If the IP camera is already activated, items , , , , and will be grayed out and cannot be accessed.

3.5.1

IP Camera Information IP Camera Title Access this item to enter the name of the IP camera to be shown on the monitor. IP Camera Covert If users want to hide the display of image from the IP camera, select . Note that the display in the remote monitoring software will also be hidden. Otherwise select and the live image will be shown on the monitor.

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Device Search Select this item and press ENTER to automatically search for IP cameras installed in the same LAN network to the DVR. If the IP cameras are ONVIF devices, “Brand Name/Onvif” will be shown under the “Brand” column. NOTE: If the model is selected as in advance to starting device search, the search result will only show ONVIF devices. Hostname/IP Access this item to enter the hostname or IP address of the IP camera, for example 192.168.1.123. Model Access this item to select the model of the connected IP camera.

3.5.2

Connection Setup Enter to configure the connection and data transmission setting of the connected IP Camera. The menu will be shown as below. Connection Setup Account Password Management Port Streaming Format I-frame Only Mode Advance Streaming Option Streaming Port Streaming Protocol IP Dome Protocol IP Dome ID

Admin **** 80 MJPEG Off Off 554 RTP+RTSP None 0

Account / Password Access these two items to enter a valid account name and password of the connected IP camera. Management Port Access this item to enter the default port of the IP camera. Streaming Format Access this item to select the streaming format, , or , of the IP camera. Note that the streaming format for ONVIF devices will be automatically selected by the DVR, with the priority as H.264 > MJPEG > MPEG4. 23

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I-frame Only Mode Users can select for this item to limit the Live display to 1PPS to avoid DVR overloading when the IP camera sends excessive data. The recorded video will not be affected. This item will be accessible only when the streaming format is set to or . NOTE: The DVR will automatically switch to I-frame mode when excessive data is received. Advance Streaming Option Select and the Streaming Port and Streaming Protocol will be set automatically according to the camera model selected. Alternatively, select to manually set the Streaming Port and Streaming Protocol. Streaming Port Access this item to enter the streaming port, for transmitting video and related commands, of the IP camera. Streaming Protocol Access this item to select the streaming protocol of the IP camera. The option includes , , , and . NOTE: Please contact manufacturer of the IP camera for assistance if the IP camera’s Management Port / Streaming Port / Streaming Format / Streaming Protocol are unknown. IP Dome Protocol / IP Dome ID If the connected device is an IP Dome Camera, then select an appropriate IP Dome Protocol from the provided options and setup its Dome ID.

3.5.3

Device Setup Enter to configure the basic settings of the IP camera. The basic settings include the IP camera’s product name, image quality, image adjustment, etc. Set the item to to apply the changes. NOTE: The menu may have fewer or more menu items according to different IP camera models.

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3.5.4

Activated Access this item and select to activate the connection to the IP camera. To deactivate the connection, select . NOTE: Once the connection to the IP camera is activated, menu items , , , , and will be grayed out and cannot be accessed.

3.5.5

Status After the connection to the IP camera is activated, users can check the connection status. The menu will be shown as below. Status ONVIF H264(MP) 1280×720 30.00 511.37 KB/Sec 0.00%

Model Streaming Format Resolution PPS Bandwidth Pkg. lost rate

The information shown on the monitor is “read only”. NOTE: For an example of step-by-step IP camera setup, please refer to Appendix G: IP Camera Installation.

3.5.6

Copy Settings This item allows users to copy the settings set on the current selected camera to any other connected cameras. Enter this menu and select one or more cameras to copy the settings. Then select to apply the settings. Copy Settings COPY TO: 02 01 09 10 17 18 SELECT ALL

03 11 19

04 12 20

05 13

DESELECT ALL

06 14 CONFIRM

07 15

08 16

CANCEL

NOTE: IP camera settings can only be copied to IP cameras, while analog camera settings can only be copied to analog cameras.

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3.6

Record Schedule / Quality Setting The Record setup menu allows users to set recording quality, recording schedules, and other recording parameters. Login with a proper account to access Record setup menu. In the Main menu, move the cursor to and press ENTER; the following menu is displayed. Record Record Mode Setup Schedule Setup Preset Config Per Camera Config ezRecord Setup Data Lifetime Setup Pre-Alarm Recording Circular Recording Audio Recording Purge Data

3.6.1

Best Quality

15 Sec On On

Schedule Setup The Schedule Setup is used to set the day and night time, or weekend recording schedule. Select from the Record setup menu and press ENTER; the following menu is displayed. Schedule Setup Day Time Start Day Time End Night Time Start Night Time End Weekend Schedule Weekend Start Weekend End

AM PM PM AM

06:00 06:00 06:00 06:00 On Fri PM 06:00 Mon AM 06:00

• Make appropriate changes of the start time of Day and Night Time using Direction keys. • Press ENTER to confirm the settings or ESC to cancel. • If a weekend record is required, select to enable the Weekend Schedule in advance and then set the Weekend Start/End time. • Press ESC to return to previous page.

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3.6.2

Preset Record Configuration The is used to select the preset recording quality and frame rate. In normal circumstances, it is strongly recommended to set the preset configuration as . Below table shows the PPS and picture size under in Half-D1 mode. Please refer to OSD Setup Manual, Section Preset Record Configuration for further information. Half-D1 mode (NTSC: 720×240@240PPS; PAL: 720×288@200PPS) Normal PPS Normal Size Event PPS Event Size 15 NTSC 30 NTSC 12 KB / Pic 12 KB / Pic (12.5 PAL) (25 PAL)

3.6.3

Per Camera Configuration This function is used to set the Day / Night / Weekend PPS (Picture per Second) and Quality for each channel. The Preset Configuration must be set to for accessing these schedules. The menu is displayed as below (Record Mode: 720×240@240PPS in NTSC / 720×288@200PPS in PAL). Per Camera Config Cameral Select Normal PPS Normal Qlty ABR (KByte) Event Max PPS Event Qlty Event Act

Day 15 Mid 72 30 Best Both

Night 15 Mid 72 30 Best Both

CH1 Weekend 15 Mid 72 30 Best Both

• First, select a Camera for setting its record configuration. The image and recording settings from the selected camera will be shown on the screen. • • • • •

Move the cursor using Direction keys and press ENTER to select an item. Change the value using UP / DOWN keys. Press ENTER to confirm the settings or ESC to abort. is a “read-only” information showing the Average Bit Rate. Press ESC to return to Record setup menu. NOTE: For V and U models, two extra menu items will be displayed to allow users to individually setup resolution of normal and event videos.

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Please note that the total normal PPS for all channels cannot exceed 240 NTSC (720×240@240PPS) / 200 PAL (720×288@200PPS). To increase one channel’s PPS, others’ may have to be reduced first. Event PPS is not restricted to this rule, since a smart event scheduler will handle the total PPS with a correct weighting.

3.6.4

Record Event Video Only If the DVR shall start recording only when alarms are triggered, follow the steps below: • Enter the OSD setup menu with an account with appropriate authority. • In the OSD setup menu, select menu. Move the cursor to the item , and select . Refer to OSD Setup Manual, Section Preset Record Configuration for further information.

3.6.5

ezRecord Setup This item aims to ease the complicated record settings, and to make the setup much easier. Note that the item can be reached only when is selected as the option for . Select from and press ENTER, the sub-menu appears as below figure: ezRecord Setup How Many Days To Record Daytime Record Night Record Weekend Record Average Normal PPS Average Normal Quality Day ABR (KByte) Night ABR (KByte) Weekend ABR (KByte)

11 Days Yes Yes Yes 30 Best 0 0 0

Follow these steps to setup ezRecord: • Select and press ENTER, then press UP/DOWN to choose an option. The average normal PPS & Quality will be adjusted automatically. The maximum of days depends of the size of the installed HDD(s). In other words, the larger the size of the HDD installed, the more days the unit can record. 28

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• Move to and press ENTER. This item will determine whether the DVR will record during daytime. If yes, use UP/DOWN to select as to enable daytime recording; or select to disable. • Repeat the same procedures through the 3rd and 4th item, respectively. Note that will be inaccessible if in is set to . • Select and press ENTER, then press UP/DOWN to make a choice. The will be computed automatically. • Select and press ENTER, then press UP/DOWN to make a choice. The will be computed automatically. • Day/ Night/ Weekend ABR (KByte) are “read-only” information showing the Average Bit Rate of day/night/weekend recording. NOTE: The current number of connected cameras will affect the recording quality automatically calculated through the . Therefore, once the number of connected cameras is changed, the should be reset.

3.6.6

Data Lifetime Setup Data Lifetime indicates the duration that a video is saved and recallable in the HDD. Only those video recorded within Data Lifetime can be displayed on the screen and played back. The video exceeded Data Lifetime will be hidden and cannot be retrieved for playback. Data Lifetime Setup Data Lifetime Mode Data Lifetime Data Lifetime By Day Data Lifetime By Channel

General 0 Days

NOTE: To play back a video exceeding the data lifetime, please extend the duration until the recording data / time of the video is included. Data Lifetime Mode This item allows the user to choose preferred data lifetime mode. There are three types of data lifetime mode: General, By Day, and By Channel. When a specific mode is selected, further settings of the other two items below will be grayed out and cannot be accessed.

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Data Lifetime When data lifetime mode is set as , this item will be accessible. Press ENTER to select this item and press UP / DOWN keys to set the data lifetime. The value ranges from to days. Alternatively, select to disable this function. Data Lifetime By Day When data lifetime mode is set as , this item will be accessible. Enter this menu and users can setup data lifetime of each weekday independently. The value ranges from to days. Alternatively, select to disable this function. Data Lifetime By Channel When data lifetime mode is set as , this item will be accessible. Enter this menu and users can setup data lifetime of each channel independently. The value ranges from to days. Alternatively, select to disable this function.

3.6.7

Pre-Alarm Recording This item is for setting recording duration of pre-alarm video. The pre-alarm recording function aims to allow users to playback a complete event video. Users can playback not only the video recorded after the alarm is triggered, but also the video recorded few seconds before the alarm is triggered. When an event is triggered while normal recording is in effect, the unit will start copying the pre-alarm and the post-alarm video to the event video. The pre-alarm duration can be set from 0~30 seconds. The quality of the pre-alarm video is the same as the quality setting for normal record video; and the quality of the post-alarm video is the same as the quality setting for event record video.

3.6.8

Circular Recording Users can choose to record video in circular mode or in linear mode. If circular mode is selected, the DVR will stores new video into the HDD spaces while overwrite the oldest recorded video. Alternatively, if linear mode is selected, the DVR will stop recording when the HDD is full. In the meantime, the internal buzzer will start beeping and an alert icon will be shown at the status bar to inform users that the disk is full.

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From the Record setup menu, move the cursor to and press ENTER, then select / using UP / DOWN keys.

3.6.9

Audio Recording This item allows user to enable / disable Audio recording function of the unit. When it’s set to , audio input is recorded and saved with the video. When it’s set to , audio is ignored.

3.6.10

Purge Data This item is used to delete the Normal or Event recording video. In Record setup menu, move the cursor to and press ENTER; the Purge Data menu is displayed. Purge Data Purge All Data Purge All Event Data Purge Event Before Start To Purge

No No 2010/12/01 No

Purge All Data The item is used to delete all recorded video from the database. Set this item to