Samsung DVR DVR 16TH User Guide
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Caution and Preventive Tips  
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Take care not to drop the unit or subject the unit to major shocks or jolts.  
Do not place this unit on an unstable stand, bracket or mount.  
This unit is designed for indoor use only. Do not place the unit near water or in other  
extremely humid conditions.  
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This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.  
Please check the type of power source available before you plug and operate the unit.  
If the clearing is necessary, note to plug 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.  
Always power down the system prior to connecting and disconnecting accessories, with  
the exception of USB devices.  
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Lithium battery: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace with  
the same type of battery or equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer.  
Dispose of used batteries according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions.  
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 procedure  
and hardware for mounting this product in a safe fashion. Avoid uneven loading or  
mechanical instability when rack-mounting units. Make sure the units are installed to get  
enough airflow for safe operation. The maximum temperature for rack-mounted units is 104  
°F/40 °C. Check product label for power supply requirements to assure that no overloading  
of supply circuits or over current protection occurs. Main grounding must be reliable and  
uncompromised by any connections.  
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Table of Contents  
1. Overview .....................................................................................................................13  
1.1 Product Key Features........................................................................................14  
1.2 Product Application Diagram..............................................................................15  
2. System Setup..............................................................................................................16  
2.1 Position the Unit.................................................................................................16  
2.2 Selecting Video Format......................................................................................16  
2.3 Connecting Devices to the Unit..........................................................................16  
2.4 Rear Panel Connections....................................................................................17  
3. General System Setup ...............................................................................................20  
3.1 Front Panel Introduction ....................................................................................20  
3.1.1 LED Definition.........................................................................................20  
3.1.2 Functional Keys ......................................................................................21  
3.2 Entering OSD Setup Menu ................................................................................24  
3.2.1 User Management ..................................................................................25  
3.3 Configuring the HDD in the unit .........................................................................26  
3.4 Power On/ Off the Unit.......................................................................................26  
3.5 System Date/ Time Setting ................................................................................28  
3.5.1 Set Date/ Time ........................................................................................28  
3.5.2 Daylight Saving Time Setup....................................................................29  
3.5.3 Network Time Protocol Setup..................................................................30  
3.6 IP Camera Setting .............................................................................................30  
3.6.1 IP Camera Information............................................................................31  
3.6.2 Connection Setup ...................................................................................32  
3.6.3 Device Setup...........................................................................................33  
3.6.4 Activated .................................................................................................33  
3.6.5 Status......................................................................................................33  
3.7 Record Schedule/ Quality Setting......................................................................34  
3.7.1 Record Mode Setup................................................................................34  
3.7.2 Schedule Setup.......................................................................................34  
3.7.3 Preset Record Configuration...................................................................35  
3.7.4 Per Camera Configuration ......................................................................36  
3.7.5 Record Event Video Only........................................................................36  
4. Basic Operation..........................................................................................................37  
4.1 Viewing Live/ Playback Video............................................................................37  
4.1.1 Viewing Modes........................................................................................37  
4.1.2 Digital Zoom............................................................................................38  
4.1.3 Viewing Live Cameras ............................................................................38  
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To Freeze Live Image..............................................................................38  
4.1.4 Viewing Recorded Video.........................................................................38  
Key Usage in Playback ...........................................................................39  
Pause Playback and Single Step Forward/ Backward ............................39  
4.2 Sequence Setup ................................................................................................40  
4.2.1 Sequence on Main Monitor .....................................................................40  
4.2.2 Call Monitor Control ................................................................................40  
4.3 Searching Recorded Video................................................................................41  
4.3.1 Searching by Time ..................................................................................41  
4.3.2 Calendar Search.....................................................................................42  
4.3.3 Smart Search..........................................................................................43  
4.3.4 Searching by Event.................................................................................44  
4.3.5 Search by Text ........................................................................................45  
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 Deleting Recorded Video...................................................................................51  
4.6 Dome Control.....................................................................................................52  
4.6.1 Dome Connection ...................................................................................52  
4.6.2 Dome Protocol Setup..............................................................................52  
4.6.3 RS485 Setup...........................................................................................53  
4.6.4 Dome Controlling Key .............................................................................54  
4.6.5 Setting Preset Points...............................................................................55  
4.6.6 Calling Preset Points...............................................................................56  
4.7 Manual Digital Deterrent ....................................................................................57  
4.8 2-Way Audio Talk Function ................................................................................57  
4.9 UPnP Function...................................................................................................58  
4.9.1 Setting Up the DVR and the PC..............................................................58  
4.9.2 UPnP NAT Traversal Function ................................................................58  
4.10 Boot Log Exportation .........................................................................................59  
5. Advanced System Configuration ..............................................................................60  
Account and Password...............................................................................................60  
Key Usage in OSD setup menu..................................................................................60  
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Key Usage in Virtual Keyboard...................................................................................61  
5.1 System Setup ....................................................................................................62  
5.1.1 System/Version Info................................................................................62  
5.1.1.1 DVR System Information & Version Numbers.........................62  
5.1.1.2 Software Upgrade via Local Device........................................63  
5.1.1.3 Software Upgrade via Internet ................................................63  
5.1.2 Language................................................................................................64  
5.1.3 Date / Time..............................................................................................64  
5.1.3.1 Date / Time..............................................................................64  
5.1.3.2 Time Zone...............................................................................65  
5.1.3.3 Date / Time Display.................................................................65  
5.1.3.4 Date Display Mode..................................................................65  
5.1.3.5 Time Display Mode .................................................................66  
5.1.3.6 Daylight Saving Time Setup....................................................66  
Daylight Saving Time ..............................................................66  
DST Start / End.......................................................................66  
DST Bias.................................................................................66  
5.1.3.7 Network Time Protocol Setup..................................................66  
NTP Server .............................................................................66  
Automatically Time Sync.........................................................67  
Manually Time Sync................................................................67  
5.1.4 Unit Name...............................................................................................67  
5.1.5 Show Unit Name.....................................................................................67  
5.1.6 User Management ..................................................................................68  
5.1.6.1 Password Protection...............................................................68  
5.1.6.2 Account Setup.........................................................................68  
5.1.6.3 Authority Setup .......................................................................68  
5.1.6.4 Load Default Setting ...............................................................69  
5.1.7 Network Setup ........................................................................................69  
5.1.7.1 LAN Select..............................................................................70  
5.1.7.2 LAN Setup...............................................................................70  
DHCP......................................................................................71  
IP ............................................................................................71  
Netmask..................................................................................71  
Gateway..................................................................................71  
DNS ........................................................................................72  
PPPoE Account.......................................................................72  
PPPoE Password....................................................................73  
PPPoE Max Idle......................................................................73  
Connect At Booting .................................................................73  
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Network Restart ......................................................................73  
5.1.7.3 Modem Setup..........................................................................74  
Dial-in Setup ...........................................................................74  
Dial-out Setup .........................................................................76  
Dial Port Selection ..................................................................79  
5.1.7.4 Trigger Port.............................................................................79  
5.1.7.5 Email Address.........................................................................80  
5.1.7.6 SMTP Setup............................................................................80  
Email via SMTP ......................................................................80  
SMTP Server ..........................................................................81  
SMTP Port ..............................................................................81  
SMTP Account ........................................................................81  
SMTP Password .....................................................................82  
5.1.7.7 DDNS Setup ...........................................................................82  
Enable DDNS..........................................................................82  
Host Name..............................................................................82  
DDNS Port ..............................................................................83  
Submit/ Update .......................................................................83  
ezDDNS..................................................................................83  
5.1.7.8 UPnP Setup ............................................................................84  
UPnP ......................................................................................84  
UPnP NAT Traversal...............................................................84  
5.1.8 RS485 Setup...........................................................................................84  
5.1.8.1 Unit ID.....................................................................................84  
5.1.8.2 Baud Rate...............................................................................85  
5.1.8.3 Bits..........................................................................................85  
5.1.8.4 Stop.........................................................................................85  
5.1.8.5 Parity.......................................................................................85  
5.1.9 Audio Output/ Key Beep..........................................................................85  
5.1.9.1 Audio Output...........................................................................85  
5.1.9.2 Key Beep ................................................................................86  
5.1.10 User Graphic Interface .........................................................................86  
5.1.11 IP Camera Support...............................................................................86  
5.2 Monitor Setup ....................................................................................................87  
5.2.1 Show Camera Title..................................................................................87  
5.2.2 Title Position............................................................................................87  
5.2.3 Monitor Brightness..................................................................................88  
5.2.4 Monitor Contrast .....................................................................................88  
5.2.5 Monitor Chrominance..............................................................................88  
5.2.6 VGA Resolution.......................................................................................88  
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5.2.7 VGA Frequency.......................................................................................89  
5.2.8 Show Color Bar.......................................................................................89  
5.3 Camera Setup....................................................................................................90  
5.3.1 Analog Camera.......................................................................................90  
5.3.1.1 Camera Select ........................................................................90  
5.3.1.2 Dome Protocol ........................................................................90  
5.3.1.3 Dome ID..................................................................................90  
5.3.1.4 Camera Title............................................................................91  
5.3.1.5 Covert/Privacy Mask...............................................................91  
Covert .....................................................................................91  
Privacy Mask...........................................................................92  
Privacy Mask Select................................................................92  
5.3.1.6 Termination .............................................................................92  
5.3.1.7 Brightness...............................................................................92  
5.3.1.8 Contrast ..................................................................................92  
5.3.1.9 Saturation ...............................................................................93  
5.3.1.10 Hue .........................................................................................93  
5.3.1.11 Audio Association....................................................................93  
5.3.1.12 Copy Settings..........................................................................93  
5.3.2 IP Camera...............................................................................................93  
5.3.2.1 IP Camera Select....................................................................94  
5.3.2.2 IP Camera Title .......................................................................94  
5.3.2.3 Search Via UPnP....................................................................94  
5.3.2.4 Hostname/IP ...........................................................................94  
5.3.2.5 Model......................................................................................95  
5.3.2.6 Connection Setup ...................................................................95  
Account...................................................................................95  
Password ................................................................................95  
Management Port ...................................................................95  
Streaming Format ...................................................................95  
Advance Streaming Option .....................................................95  
Streaming Port ........................................................................95  
Streaming Protocol..................................................................96  
IP Dome Protocol....................................................................96  
5.3.2.7 Device Setup...........................................................................96  
Product ID...............................................................................97  
Image Resolution/ FPS/ Compression/ Quality.......................97  
Sharpness/ Brightness/ Contrast/ Saturation/Hue...................97  
Apply.......................................................................................97  
5.3.2.8 Activated.................................................................................98  
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5.3.2.9 Status......................................................................................98  
5.3.2.10 Copy Settings..........................................................................98  
5.4 Record Setup.....................................................................................................99  
5.4.1 Record Mode Setup................................................................................99  
5.4.1.1 Record Resolution ..................................................................99  
5.4.1.2 Record Format......................................................................100  
5.4.1.3 Max Rec. PPS.......................................................................100  
5.4.2 Schedule Setup.....................................................................................100  
5.4.2.1 Day / Night Time Start / End..................................................100  
5.4.2.2 Weekend Schedule...............................................................100  
5.4.2.3 Weekend Start / End.............................................................101  
5.4.3 Preset Record Configuration.................................................................101  
5.4.4 Per Camera Configuration ....................................................................101  
5.4.4.1 Camera Select ......................................................................102  
5.4.4.2 Normal PPS ..........................................................................102  
5.4.4.3 Normal Qlty...........................................................................102  
5.4.4.4 Event Max PPS.....................................................................102  
5.4.4.5 Event Qlty .............................................................................102  
5.4.4.6 Event Active ..........................................................................102  
5.4.5 ezRecord Setup ....................................................................................103  
5.4.6 Data Lifetime Setup...............................................................................104  
5.4.6.1 Data Lifetime Mode...............................................................104  
5.4.6.2 Data Lifetime.........................................................................104  
5.4.6.3 Data Lifetime By Day ............................................................104  
5.4.6.4 Data Lifetime By Channel .....................................................105  
5.4.7 Pre-Alarm Recording ............................................................................105  
5.4.8 Circular Recording ................................................................................105  
5.4.9 Audio Recording ...................................................................................105  
5.4.10 Purge Data............................................................................................106  
5.4.10.1 Purge All Data.......................................................................106  
5.4.10.2 Purge All Event Data.............................................................106  
5.4.10.3 Purge Event Before...............................................................106  
5.4.10.4 Start To Purge .......................................................................106  
5.5 Sequence Setup ..............................................................................................107  
5.5.1 Main / Call Monitor Dwell ......................................................................107  
5.5.2 Main / Call Monitor Schedule ................................................................107  
5.6 Event Setup .....................................................................................................108  
5.6.1 Internal Buzzer......................................................................................108  
5.6.2 Event Icon.............................................................................................108  
5.6.3 Email Notice..........................................................................................108  
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5.6.4 Email Attachment ..................................................................................109  
5.6.5 Alert Notification Setup..........................................................................109  
5.6.5.1 Alert Configuration Set..........................................................109  
5.6.5.2 Alert Notification....................................................................109  
5.6.5.3 Alert IP..................................................................................110  
5.6.5.4 Alert Port...............................................................................110  
5.6.5.5 Alert Interval..........................................................................110  
5.6.6 Event Full Screen..................................................................................110  
5.6.7 Event Duration ......................................................................................110  
5.6.8 Per Channel Config...............................................................................110  
5.6.8.1 Channel Select...................................................................... 111  
5.6.8.2 Video Loss Detect................................................................. 111  
5.6.8.3 Motion Detect........................................................................ 111  
5.6.8.4 Detection Config ................................................................... 111  
Detected Area Setup............................................................. 111  
Sensitivity..............................................................................112  
Area Threshold .....................................................................112  
5.6.8.5 Alarm In ................................................................................112  
5.6.8.6 Alarm Out..............................................................................112  
5.6.8.7 Digital Deterrent – Day/ Night/ Weekend ..............................113  
5.7 Database Setup...............................................................................................115  
5.7.1 Total / Free Size of HDD .......................................................................115  
5.7.2 Avail. Rec Time.....................................................................................115  
5.7.3 Est. Rec Period.....................................................................................115  
5.7.4 Internal / External Disks ........................................................................116  
5.7.5 NAS Device...........................................................................................117  
5.8 Configuration ...................................................................................................117  
5.8.1 Load Factory Default.............................................................................118  
5.8.2 Import Configuration .............................................................................118  
5.8.3 Export Configuration .............................................................................118  
5.8.3.1 Copy Destination...................................................................119  
5.8.3.2 Configuration Name..............................................................119  
5.8.3.3 Begin Export .........................................................................119  
5.8.4 Import Deterrent....................................................................................119  
5.8.5 Export Deterrent....................................................................................120  
5.8.6 Boot Log................................................................................................120  
5.8.7 Operation Log .......................................................................................120  
5.9 Video Export ....................................................................................................120  
5.9.1 Select Device........................................................................................121  
5.9.2 Select Channel......................................................................................122  
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5.9.3 From / To Time......................................................................................122  
5.9.4 Select Events........................................................................................122  
5.9.5 Data Type..............................................................................................122  
5.9.6 Export Format .......................................................................................123  
5.9.7 Digital Signature....................................................................................123  
5.9.8 Erase Disc.............................................................................................123  
5.9.9 Begin Export .........................................................................................123  
5.10 POS Setup.......................................................................................................124  
5.10.1 POS Function......................................................................................124  
5.10.2 POS Overlay .......................................................................................124  
5.10.3 Exception POS Setup..........................................................................125  
5.10.3.1 Exception No.........................................................................125  
5.10.3.2 Trigger...................................................................................125  
5.10.3.3 Exception String....................................................................125  
5.10.3.4 By Numerals .........................................................................125  
5.10.4 Input Setup..........................................................................................126  
5.10.4.1 Port Selection........................................................................127  
5.10.4.2 Input source ..........................................................................127  
5.10.4.3 Camera Selection .................................................................127  
5.10.4.4 Text Filter ..............................................................................127  
5.10.4.5 Manual Filter Setup...............................................................128  
5.10.4.6 Input Process........................................................................128  
5.10.4.7 Text Baud Rate .....................................................................128  
5.10.4.8 Text Bit..................................................................................128  
5.10.4.9 Text Stop...............................................................................128  
5.10.4.10 Text Parity .............................................................................128  
5.11 Shutdown.........................................................................................................129  
5.11.1 Power Off ............................................................................................129  
5.11.2 Reboot.................................................................................................129  
5.11.3 Auto Rebooting ...................................................................................129  
5.11.4 Rebooting Time...................................................................................129  
6. Remote Monitoring Software...................................................................................130  
6.1 Remote Monitoring System Requirements ......................................................130  
6.2 Software Installation.........................................................................................131  
6.2.1 Change Internet Settings ......................................................................131  
6.2.2 Install Remote Monitoring Software ......................................................133  
6.2.2.1 Login / Logout .......................................................................134  
6.2.2.2 Software Upgrades ...............................................................135  
6.3 Basic Operation for Remote Monitor................................................................135  
6.3.1 View Live Video.....................................................................................135  
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6.3.1.1 Select Display Mode .............................................................136  
6.3.1.2 Operate Cameras with Dome Control...................................136  
6.3.2 Instant Recording..................................................................................137  
6.3.2.1 Record Video Instantly..........................................................137  
6.3.2.2 Playback Instant Recorded Video.........................................137  
6.3.3 Playback Video .....................................................................................138  
6.3.3.1 Playback Remote Video........................................................138  
6.3.3.2 Playback Local *.drv Files.....................................................139  
6.3.3.3 Playback Controls.................................................................139  
6.3.4 Verify Digital Signature..........................................................................140  
6.3.5 Search from Event List..........................................................................140  
6.3.6 Take a Snapshot ...................................................................................140  
6.3.7 Health Status of HDD............................................................................141  
6.3.8 Normal and Dual Streaming..................................................................141  
6.3.9 Remote Monitoring Software Trouble Shooting Guide ..........................142  
Appendix A: Technical Specifications .........................................................................143  
Appendix B: Preset Record Configuration..................................................................145  
Appendix C: Record Duration.......................................................................................147  
Appendix D: Dial-up Connections via Modem ............................................................149  
Establishing Dial-in Connection ................................................................................149  
Establishing Dial-out Connection..............................................................................153  
Appendix E: Verifying Digital Signature ......................................................................158  
Appendix F: Alarm I/O Pin Definition ...........................................................................161  
Appendix G: HDD PC Player Tool Introduction...........................................................163  
Using EXT2IFS on Your PC......................................................................................163  
Start Playing the *.drv file..........................................................................................165  
Appendix H: IR Remote.................................................................................................167  
Appendix I: USB Mouse Operation...............................................................................169  
Special Operations ...................................................................................................169  
Appendix J: ezRecord Diagram Sample ......................................................................171  
Appendix K: Connect to External Storage Device ......................................................174  
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1.  
Overview  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit 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 CCTV solution.  
Its outstanding variable operation enables users to view live or playback  
recorded video, have remote access through network simultaneously while  
recording other video, and to view previously recorded video instantly by  
entering the time and date or selecting recorded video from the event list.  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit is enhanced to provide Multi-Codec  
including H.264, MPEG-4, and MJPEG compression mode. Moreover, its  
distinctive hybrid solution supports the coexistence of network compatible IP  
devices and convenient analog connections.  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series includes SpecoRemote™, the remote  
viewing and configuration software that is a Web-browser plug-in, which  
allows users to view live, or recorded video images, and enables remote  
configuration. The remote software is stored in the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH  
series unit 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 kept up to date.  
Please refer to the following for the front panel design of the three models.  
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1.1  
Product Key Features  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series offers advanced features not typically found  
in standard multiplexers. It integrates the full features of a DVR, a multiplexer  
and a video server (by using the software SpecoRemote™). The key features  
of the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series are listed as follows.  
Advanced Functions  
• H.264 high quality compression  
• 4/8/16 channels for video input  
• Simultaneous Live/ Playback monitor and remote access via network,  
while recording without interruption  
• SpecoRemote™ web-based software for remote monitoring and control  
via LAN or Internet including CMS  
• Embedded Linux operating system  
• Real-time “live display” for each channel  
• Recording frame rate up to 240 pps(NTSC)/ 200 pps(PAL)  
• 16 Channels of audio recording/ playback  
• Digital Deterrent  
• Two-way audio  
• 4 USB2.0 ports for video clip export and/or backup  
• Easy software upgrade via USB ThumbDrive®, DVD+RW or Internet  
Remote Application  
• Up to 4 internal hard drives (4th drive requires removal of the DVD-RW)  
• Supports SATA HDDs up to 1TB  
• POS Support  
• Gigabit LAN (RJ45) for external storage and NAS for TH series models  
• 2X Digital Zoom available in Live and Playback mode  
• Automatic camera detection (Plug & Play)  
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• Covert camera operation provides enhanced security and administrator  
control  
• Per camera configuration for camera settings, frame rate, picture bit rate,  
alarms, motion detection.  
• Programmable day/ night/ weekend scheduling  
• Programmable main monitor/ call-monitor switching sequence  
• Powerful alarm processor allows flexible alarm trigger and responses,  
including alarm, motion, and camera failure  
• Dome control protocols: Speco, Pelco D, Pelco P, Fastrax 2, AD422,  
Panasonic_C, Panasonic_N, DSCP and JVC  
• 8 levels of password security  
1.2  
Product Application Diagram  
According to system demand, connect the unit with selective devices as  
shown in the system diagram below to complete a video surveillance solution.  
The figure also displays the expandability and flexibility of this digital  
recording system.  
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2.  
System Setup  
Prior notices and an introduction on system installation will be described in  
this chapter. Please follow the instructions to operate the unit.  
In order to prevent the unit from data loss or system damage that might result  
from a sudden power fluctuation, the use of an Uninterruptible Power Supply  
(UPS) is highly recommended.  
2.1  
Position the Unit  
Position/ mount the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit in an appropriate,  
steady location and make sure the power is off before making any  
connections. The area should avoid hindering or blocking the unit from airflow.  
Sufficient airflow is required to protect the unit from overheating. The  
tolerable high temperature of the operating environment is 104°F/ 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 not to remove the rubber feet, and always leave a  
space for air ventilation on the bottom side of the unit.  
2.2  
2.3  
Selecting Video Format  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit is designed to operate under either  
NTSC or PAL video formats. Please contact a qualified service person to  
perform the installation procedure.  
Connecting Devices to the Unit  
This section lists some important notices that should be read BEFORE  
making any connections to the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit.  
NOTE: Be sure to connect short-term external devices, such as USB  
ThumbDrive®, USB DVD+RW, USB Hard Disk Drive, etc., ONLY  
AFTER the unit is successfully powered on.  
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Connecting Required Devices  
Before powering up, you should connect cameras and a main monitor to the  
unit for basic operation. If needed, connect a call monitor for displaying full  
screen video of all installed cameras in sequence.  
Connecting Short-term Device  
If you plan to install any short-term external devices, such as USB DVD+RW,  
USB Hard Disk Drive, etc, to the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series and want to  
use them as part of the unit system, make sure those devices are  
connected only after the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH is powered up. The  
DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit can only recognize the external devices  
after the power-up process is completed.  
2.4  
Rear Panel Connections  
There are several connectors on the rear panel of the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH  
series unit available for installations. The following figure shows the  
connectors by name and a detailed description of each connector follows.  
There are two differences on the rear panels of different models:  
1. The BNC channel connectors are provided according to the supported  
number of channels, respectively 4-ch, 8-ch, and 16-ch.  
2. The terminal blocks of audio in/out and alarm I/O for DVR-4TH/ 8TH is  
smaller whereas the terminal blocks of audio in/out and alarm I/O for  
DVR-16TH is larger.  
The detail description of each connector is as the followings.  
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Main Monitor (S-Video/ BNC/ VGA)  
S-Video, BNC, and VGA output connectors are available for connecting to a  
main monitor. The main monitor displays live image and playback recorded  
video in full-screen or multiple window format.  
Digital Output (Main Monitor)  
A digital output connector is provided for connection to a displaying device  
that transfers data digitally to show the best video quality.  
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 the user to connect an  
optional call monitor to the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit. Reference to  
dual monitor support in section Dual Main Output.  
Video Input  
A group of BNC connectors is provided for video input streams from installed  
cameras. The number of connectors equals to the number of channels. The  
DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit has 4/ 8/ 16 BNC connectors on the rear  
panel, respectively.  
Video Looping  
The other group of BNC connectors positioned on the rear panel is for looping  
out video input.  
RS-232C  
The unit provides a RS-232C communication port for sending and receiving  
signals.  
Alarm I/O & RS-485 Ports  
The unit provides Alarm I/O and RS-485 ports that offer users the flexibility  
required to connect the unit to other devices.  
Refer to appendix Alarm I/O Pin Definition for detailed pin definition on the  
Alarm I/O for the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit.  
NAS  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit can connect to a Network Attached  
Storage (NAS) device through this connector to increase storage space and  
allow vast recording.  
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Audio In  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit provides 4/ 8/ 16 channels of audio  
recording accordingly. The Audio In connectors are offered for connecting  
audio source devices (e.g. external amplified microphone) to the unit. The  
PIN of upper row is for input of each channel while the lower row is for  
ground.  
Main Audio Out  
One RCA connector is provided for audio output of main monitor.  
Audio Out  
In addition to the RCA connector, the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit  
provides 4/ 8/ 16 channels of audio exporting accordingly. The Audio Out  
connectors are provided for connecting audio output devices (e.g. amplified  
speakers) to the unit. The PIN of upper row is for output of each channel while  
the lower row is for ground.  
USB 2.0 (x4)  
There are two USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel and two on the front panel to  
allow users to connect external USB devices to the unit, such as a  
ThumbDrive®, DVD+RW, or a USB mouse.  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit allows users to preset the OSD settings  
using a USB mouse or a USB keyboard.  
LAN (RJ-45)  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit is capable of networking. Once the unit  
is connected to the LAN network, the users can remotely access the unit  
through SpecoRemote™ on a PC.  
Power Switch  
The power switch is used to power up or shut down the unit.  
Power Supply  
Connect the power supply cord shipped with the unit to the power supply jack  
to provide power to operate the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit.  
NOTE: Use of other power supply cord may cause overloading.  
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3.  
General System Setup  
Before operating the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit, some general  
configuration should be setup in advance. The following subsections will  
introduce functional keys on the front panel and general configuration of the  
DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit.  
The regularly displayed OSD information and its positions are shown in the  
following figure. The title of the channel is displayed on the upper left-hand  
corner of the window, either in full screen mode or in multiple-channel mode.  
The current operating mode, including Call mode, Dome Control mode,  
Playback mode, Freeze mode and Sequence mode, is displayed in the status  
bar located on the lower left-hand corner of the screen. The date/ time  
information is displayed on the lower right-hand corner of the screen.  
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3.1  
Front Panel Introduction  
The functional keys on the unit’s front panel enable users to control the unit  
and preset programmable settings.  
3.1.1  
LED Definition  
The LED indication lights of the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit on the front  
panel are described as follows.  
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Power LED  
The LED should be lit when the power is connected.  
HDD LED  
The LED will be lit while the HDD is processing data to or from the connected  
HDD(s).  
Alarm LED  
The LED should be lit when an alarm is triggered.  
Network LED  
The LED should be lit when the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit is  
connected to a network and it should blink when any data is being transferred.  
REC LED  
The LED should blink while the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit is recording.  
3.1.2  
Functional Keys  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit’s function keys on the front panel are  
described below for normal operation.  
CHANNEL  
• In both Live and Playback modes, press any 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 while the key “2” is used to hide or display the dome camera setting  
parameters.  
• In OSD virtual keyboard, press keys 1~9 to input number 1~9, and press  
key 10 to input number 0.  
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Digital Deterrent  
Users can trigger warning announcement at certain camera site by pressing  
the digital deterrent key and the specific camera key. Refer to section Manual  
Digital Deterrent for more detail about manually triggering the digital  
deterrent function.  
COPY/ CALL  
• In Live mode, press this button to enter call monitor control mode.  
• In Dome Control mode, press CALL in association with ENTER to enter  
the OSD setup menu of the dome camera.  
• This is used to quick export video to an external device, such as USB  
DVD+RW, USB ThumbDrive®, etc. For more detailed operating  
instructions, refer to section Quick Video Export through Front Panel.  
• In OSD virtual keyboard, press this key to input a period mark “.”.  
Direction Keys  
• In Zoom mode, these keys function as normal Direction Keys.  
• In the OSD setup menu, the Direction Keys are used to move the cursor to  
previous or next fields. To change the value in the selected field, press UP  
/ DOWN keys.  
ZOOM/ ENTER  
• In OSD setup menu or selection interface, press this key to make  
selection or to save settings.  
• In live full screen viewing mode, press this key to view a 2× zoom image.  
Press it again to return.  
ESC  
• Press to cancel or exit from certain mode or OSD setup menu without  
changing the settings made previously.  
• If the password protection has been enabled, press ESC for five seconds  
to lock up the function of certain keys, including PLAY, MENU, SEARCH,  
and DOME. Once users lock up the function of these keys, enter proper  
username and password to gain access of the functions of these keys.  
NOTE: Please go to the <System Setup> Æ <User Management>  
menu to enable or disable the password protection.  
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DOME  
• Press this key to enter Dome Control mode. Please refer to section Dome  
Control for more details about dome camera controlling operation.  
• In OSD virtual keyboard, press this key to go backspace.  
MODE  
Press repeatedly to select desired main monitor display format. There are  
four viewing modes available: full screen, 4-window (2×2), 9-window (3×3),  
and 16-window (4×4). Refer to section Viewing Modes for more detailed  
information.  
PLAY/ STOP  
Press this key to switch between live image and playback video.  
NOTE: Video taken within the latest 5 ~ 10 minutes cannot be played  
back because the video is still saved in the buffer.  
SEQ (Sequence)  
Press to start automatic sequencing of the video coming in from the installed  
cameras.  
FREEZE  
• Press FREEZE while viewing live image, the live image will be frozen, but  
the date/ time information shown on the monitor will continue updating.  
The recording of the video will continue as well. Press FREEZE again to  
return to live mode.  
• Press FREEZE while playing recorded video, the playback video will be  
paused. Press LEFT/ RIGHT to move the recorded video reverse/ forward  
by a single step. Press FREEZE again to continue playing video.  
MENU  
Press this key to access the OSD setup menu.  
SEARCH  
In both Playback and Live mode, press SEARCH to access the Search menu  
to search and playback recorded video by date/ time, events, or text.  
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JOG/ SHUTTLE  
• The jog/ shuttle knob is a dual function knob, including a shuttle ring and  
an embedded jog disk, that provides wide range in playback control. Note  
that the jog/ shuttle knob is active only when the unit is in Playback mode.  
• When playing back videos, the shuttle ring can control playback speed in  
either forward or backward directions. Rotate the shuttle ring clockwise/  
counterclockwise to fast forward/ reverse playing speed. According to the  
angle of rotation, the playing speed changes to 1×, 2×, 4×, 8×, 16×, or 32×,  
in both forward and reverse playback.  
• When the video is paused, the embedded jog disk can control single-step  
playback. Clockwise rotation moves the video image one-step forward,  
whereas counterclockwise rotation moves the video image one-step  
backward. Note that single-step playback is for JPEG recoding only.  
3.2  
Entering OSD Setup Menu  
The configuration of the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit 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 show “Guest”. 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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3.2.1  
User Management  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit 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 <System Setup> Æ  
<User Management> and the menu is as the following:  
User Management  
Password Protection  
Account Setup  
Authority Setup  
ON  
No  
Load Default Setting  
Password Protection  
Select <ON> to request for username and password for accessing functions  
listed in Authority Setup menu, or select <OFF> to allow free access.  
Account Setup  
Setup customized username, password, and authority level in this menu. The  
username is case sensitive. The authority level rank from level 1~8, and level  
8 has highest authority. Alternatively, select <Disable> to stop using the  
account.  
NOTE: The username and authority level of the preset “admin”  
account cannot be changed.  
Authority Setup  
Setup the allowed authority level for accessing the functions listed in this  
menu. The functions include: Playback/Search, Dome Control, 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 <Disable> to allow free access.  
NOTE: The “Menu Access” cannot be set to <Disable>.  
If the account does not have authority to access certain functions, an error  
message will be displayed on the screen.  
Load Default Setting  
Select <Yes> to load the default setting.  
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3.3  
Configuring the HDD in the unit  
There is an empty cartridge positioned on the front panel where users can  
install a swappable HDD. There are two possible situations after a HDD is  
installed into the unit.  
• If a brand new HDD is installed, the unit will automatically format it and  
add it into the database.  
• If a used HDD that has a different data format is installed, the screen will  
show “1 disk(s) with wrong data format! Please format then add to the  
database manually”. Please follow the steps described below:  
- Enter the OSD setup menu using account with appropriate privilege  
and access <Database Setup>.  
- Access <External Disks>.  
- Find the HDD that was just installed, and select <Format> to format it.  
- After the HDD is formatted, select <Add> to add it into the database.  
Some recommended HDDs are listed as below:  
SV35.2  
160G / 320G  
500G  
Seagate  
Barracuda ES.2  
Barracuda 7200.11  
DeskStar  
1000G  
320G  
Hitachi  
DiamondMax 22  
WD AV  
500G  
Maxtor  
160G / 320G / 500G  
Western Digital  
3.4  
Power On/ Off the Unit  
If the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit must be shutdown for any reason,  
always remember to follow proper shutdown and power on procedures in  
order to avoid damage to the unit.  
To Power On the Unit  
First check if the type of power source available is compatible before plugging  
into the unit. Then turn on the unit using the power switch on the rear panel.  
The system checking information and color bar will be shown on the monitor.  
It will disappear when the unit has been properly powered on.  
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To Restart/ Shutdown the Unit  
Press MENU and input the username and password that has sufficient  
authority to access the OSD setup menu. Select <Shutdown> in Main menu  
and press ENTER to enter the Shutdown menu, which displays as follows.  
Shutdown  
Power Off  
Reboot  
Auto Rebooting  
Rebooting Time  
Off  
<Power Off>  
Select this item to shutdown the unit. DO NOT disconnect the power during  
shutdown until the message “You can safely turn off DVR now!” displays.  
<Reboot>  
Select this item to restart the unit. The system checking information and color  
bar will be displayed on the monitor until the unit is properly restarted.  
NOTE: While the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit is shutting down or  
rebooting, the recoding and playback of videos will stop to avoid  
abnormal images.  
<Auto Rebooting>  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH 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 <Off> to disable the auto rebooting function.  
<Rebooting Time>  
If the auto rebooting function is enabled, select a desired time to perform the  
auto rebooting function.  
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3.5  
System Date/ Time Setting  
The user can set the current date, time and other OSD parameters in the  
Date/ Time menu. The login account should have authority to access the  
System Setup menu. In the OSD Main menu, select <System Setup> and  
press ENTER, then select <Date/ Time> to access the Date/ Time menu; the  
menu displays as follows.  
Date/Time  
Date  
Time  
Time Zone  
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OFF  
Date/Time Display  
Date Display Mode  
Time Display Mode  
Daylight Saving Time Setup  
Network Time Protocol Setup  
1 Row  
Y/M/D  
24 HR  
3.5.1  
Set Date/ Time  
Set Date/ Time  
Select <Date>/ <Time> and press ENTER to adjust 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 reset date/ time setting applies for recording new video,  
the date and time of previously recorded video will not be changed.  
NOTE: To avoid record database corruption, after changing the date/  
time setting, it is recommended to clear the database.  
Date/ Time Display  
Users are allowed to choose to set the date/ time OSD displays in 1 or 2 rows.  
Use the UP/ DOWN keys to change the setting. The default is to display the  
date/ time OSD in one row.  
Date Display Mode  
This function allows user to set the OSD display type of the date/ time. There  
are three options to select from: <Y/M/D>, <M/D/Y> or <D/M/Y>. “Y”  
represents “Year”, “M” represents “Month” and “D” represents “Day”.  
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Move to the desired item and press ENTER, the option starts blinking. Use  
UP / DOWN keys to change the setting. The default setting is <Y/M/D> in  
both NTSC/ PAL formats.  
Time Display Mode  
The user can choose to set the time format to <12 hour> or <24 hour>. Use  
the UP/ DOWN keys to change the format. The default setting is <12 hour>.  
3.5.2  
Daylight Saving Time Setup  
The items in this sub-menu are for those people whom live in certain regions  
to observe Daylight Saving Time.  
Daylight Saving Time  
Select <ON> to enable, or <OFF> 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  
This is used to program the daylight saving duration. Use Direction keys to  
move the cursor to the next or previous field, use UP/ DOWN to change the  
settings in the selected field.  
DST Bias  
<DST Bias> allows the user to set the amount of time to move forward from  
the standard time for daylight saving time. The available options are <30>,  
<60>, <90> and <120> minutes.  
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3.5.3  
Network Time Protocol Setup  
This section guides you to synchronize your unit to fit the local time.  
Go the <System Setup> Æ <Date/ Time> Æ <Time Zone>. Refer to below  
figure and select your time zone from the options.  
Then go to <System Setup> Æ <Date/ Time> Æ <Network Time Protocol  
Setup> and select <ON> for the item <Automatically Time Sync>. When this  
function is ON, time sync will be performed every hour in order to observe  
correct time of your local zone.  
NOTE: If you want the unit to automatically synchronize the local time,  
the <Time Zone> item MUST NOT be set to <OFF>, or the function  
cannot be activated.  
3.6  
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 a proper account and access <System Setup> Æ <IP Camera Support>  
to select the number of IP cameras to be connected. The supported channels  
of IP cameras will be from the largest numbers, for example CH16 for 16ch  
models.  
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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 <Camera Setup> and select the  
channel with the largest number. The menu will be shown as follows.  
IP Camera  
IP Camera Select  
IP Camera Title  
Search Via UPnP  
Hostname/IP  
Model  
CH16  
CH16  
X.X.X.X  
NH Series  
Connection Setup  
Device Setup  
Activated  
No  
Status  
Copy Settings  
NOTE: If the IP camera is already activated, menu items 3 to 5 will be  
grayed out and cannot be accessed.  
3.6.1  
IP Camera Information  
IP Camera Title  
Access this item to enter the name of the IP camera to be shown on the  
monitor.  
Search Via UPnP  
If the IP camera is UPnP compatible and is in the local area network, select  
this item and press ENTER to automatically search for the IP camera  
attached to the DVR.  
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.  
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3.6.2  
Connection Setup  
Enter <Connection Setup> 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  
Advance Streaming Option  
Streaming Port  
80  
MPEG4  
OFF  
554  
Streaming Protocol  
IP Dome Protocol  
RTP+RTSP  
NONE  
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, <MPEG4>, <MJPEG> or  
<H264>, of the IP camera.  
Advance Streaming Option  
Select <OFF> and the Streaming Port and Streaming Protocol will be set  
automatically according to the camera model selected. Alternatively, select  
<ON> 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 <RTP+RTSP>, <RTP/RTSP>, <RTP/RTSP/HTTP>, and <HTTP>.  
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.  
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IP Dome Protocol  
If the connected device is an IP Dome Camera, then select an appropriate IP  
Dome Protocol from the provided options.  
3.6.3  
3.6.4  
3.6.5  
Device Setup  
Enter <Device Setup> 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 <Apply> to <Yes> to apply the changes.  
NOTE: The <Device Setup> menu may have fewer or more menu  
items according to different IP camera models.  
Activated  
Access this item and select <Yes> to activate the connection to the IP camera.  
To deactivate the connection, select <No>.  
NOTE: Once the connection to the IP camera is activated, menu items  
<Hostname/IP>, <Model>, and <Connection Setup> will be grayed out  
and cannot be accessed.  
Status  
After the connection to the IP camera is activated, users can check the  
connection status. The menu will be shown as below.  
Status  
Model  
****  
MPEG4  
640x480  
10  
Streaming Format  
Resolution  
PPS  
Bandwidth  
Pkg. lost rate  
20 KB/Sec  
0.1%  
The information shown on the monitor is “read only”.  
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3.7  
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 <Record  
Setup> and press ENTER; the following menu is displayed.  
Record Setup  
Record Mode Setup  
Schedule Setup  
Preset Config  
Best Quality  
Per Camera Config  
ezRecord Setup  
Data Lifetime Setup  
Pre-Alarm Recording  
Circular Recording  
Audio Recording  
Purge Data  
15 Sec  
ON  
ON  
3.7.1  
Record Mode Setup  
The Record Mode Setup menu is for selecting resolution and recording format.  
The relative record settings, such as preset configuration, will follow the  
record mode setting. In normal circumstance, it is recommended to select  
half-D1 resolution and H.264 recording format.  
Move the cursor to <Record Mode Setup> and press ENTER, then select  
desired record resolution and format.  
3.7.2  
Schedule Setup  
This submenu is used to set the day and night time, or weekend recording  
schedule. The Night and Day schedules are used to define daytime and  
nighttime; the Weekend schedule is tailored for weekends and holidays.  
Select <Schedule Setup> from the Record Setup menu and press ENTER.  
Schedule Setup  
Day Time Start  
Day Time End  
Night Time Start  
Night Time End  
Weekend Schedule  
Weekend Start  
Weekend End  
AM 06:00  
PM 18:00  
PM 18:00  
AM 06:00  
On  
Fri 18:00  
Mon 06:00  
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• Make appropriate changes for the start time of the Day Time and Night  
Time schedule using the Direction keys.  
• Press ENTER to confirm the settings or ESC to cancel.  
• If you want to record over the weekend, choose <YES> to enable the  
Weekend Schedule in advance and then set the Weekend Start/ End time.  
• Press ESC to back to previous page.  
Day/ Night Time Start  
The Day/ Night Start Time determines the beginning of day/ night recording  
time. The time is indicated in 1-minute increments. The time display format in  
this menu is based on the setting of Time Display Mode.  
Day/ Night Time End  
The Day/ Night End Time determines the end point of day/ night recording  
time. The time is indicated in 1-minute increments. The time display format in  
this menu is based on the setting of Time Display Mode.  
Weekend Schedule  
The Weekend Schedule determines whether a weekend schedule is in effect.  
Choose <YES> to take effect the related weekend settings.  
Weekend Start/ End  
The Weekend Start Time indicates the specific day and time that a weekend  
begins, for example, FRI 18:00. The Weekend End Time indicates the specific  
time and day that a weekend ends, for example, MON 06:00. Time is  
indicated in 1-minute increments.  
Note that the value you have set indicates when the regular Day and Night  
scheduling ends, and when the Weekend recording begins.  
3.7.3  
Preset Record Configuration  
The <Preset Config> is used to preset recording quality and frame rate for  
normal video and event video. In normal circumstances, it is strongly  
suggested to set the item to <Best Quality>, the default. Please refer to  
appendix Record Configuration for tables showing the PPS and picture size  
under various setting. For further information about setting up the  
configuration, please refer to section Preset Record Configuration.  
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3.7.4  
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 <OFF> for accessing these schedules. The menu displays as follows:  
(Record Mode: 352×240@240PPS in NTSC/ 352×288@200PPS in PAL).  
Per Camera Config  
Cameral Select  
CH1  
Weekend  
7.5  
Day  
7.5  
Best  
30  
Best  
Both  
Night  
7.5  
Best  
30  
Best  
Both  
Normal PPS  
Normal Qlty  
Event Max PPS  
Event Qlty  
Best  
30  
Best  
Both  
Event Act  
• First, select a Camera to set its record configuration. The image and  
record settings from the selected camera will be displayed on the screen.  
• Move the cursor using the 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.  
• Press ESC to return to Record Setup menu.  
Please note that the total normal pps for all channels cannot exceed 240  
NTSC (352×240@240PPS)/ 200 PAL (352×288@200PPS). To increase one  
channel’s pps, you may have to reduce other’s first. Event pps is not  
restricted to this rule, since a smart event schedule will correct the total pps  
automatically..  
3.7.5  
Record Event Video Only  
If you want your DVR unit to start recording only under the alarm is triggered,  
follow the steps:  
• Enter the OSD setup menu with a proper account.  
• In the OSD setup menu, select <Record Setup> menu. Move the cursor to  
the item <Preset Config>, and select <Event only>.  
Refer to section Preset Record Configuration for more detailed information.  
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4.  
Basic Operation  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit allows the user to easily access some  
general operations through the front panel. The following sections introduce  
the general operation of the unit.  
4.1  
Viewing Live/ Playback Video  
The general functions in live and playback mode are described in the sections  
that follow.  
4.1.1  
Viewing Modes  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit provides several ways of viewing both  
live and recorded video. The following descriptions explain the view formats  
that are available.  
Viewing in Full Screen  
Press any CHANNEL key directly to view the corresponding camera image in  
full screen format.  
Viewing in Multi-Window  
Various multi-window viewing formats are available for selection. To switch  
between these viewing formats, press MODE repeatedly.  
The available viewing formats are illustrated in the following figure. Note that  
3x3 viewing mode is only available in DVR-8TH/16TH models, whereas 4x4  
viewing mode is only available in DVR-16TH models.  
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4.1.2  
Digital Zoom  
Users are able to view a 2× full screen in live and playback mode. To view the  
2× full screen, follow these steps:  
• Press the CHANNEL key to view the corresponding camera in full screen.  
• Press ZOOM to enter a 2× full screen zoom mode of the selected camera.  
• If you need to view a specific area of the 2× zoomed screen, use Direction  
keys to pan/ tilt the zoomed area around the original image.  
• Either press ZOOM again or ESC to leave the zoom mode.  
4.1.3  
Viewing Live Cameras  
Users are allowed to view live cameras in several viewing modes, including  
full-screen, 2×2, 3x3 and 4×4. General operation under live mode is  
described as follows.  
To Freeze Live Image  
Press FREEZE while viewing a live image, the image then pauses, but the  
date/ time information does not, and the system clock continues running.  
Press FREEZE to pause the live image; press FREEZE again to resume the  
live camera view.  
4.1.4  
Viewing Recorded Video  
To view recorded video, the user can press the PLAY/ STOP key directly.  
When the PLAY/ STOP key is pressed, the unit starts to continue playing back  
the recorded video from the suspended point of record. If the PLAY/ STOP  
key is being used for the first time, the unit will playback from the very  
beginning of the record. Alternatively, a user can select records from the  
Search menu to play specific video. Refer to section Searching Recorded  
Video for more information.  
The Forward or Backward playing speed indicator will be shown on the  
bottom-left of the screen in Playback mode.  
General operation for Playback mode is described as follows.  
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Key Usage in Playback  
Key usage changes slightly in Playback mode as follows.  
<LEFT> (Backward Playback)  
This key is used to play recorded video fast backward. Press the key  
repeatedly to increase the speed of backward playback by 1×, 2×, 4×, 8×, 16×,  
or 32×.  
<RIGHT> (Forward Playback)  
This key is used to play recorded video fast forward. Press the key repeatedly  
to increase the speed of forward playback by 1×, 2×, 4×, 8×, 16×, or 32×.  
<FREEZE>  
Press FREEZE to pause the playback video. When the recorded video is  
paused, press LEFT/ RIGHT to move playback video a single step backward/  
forward, respectively. Press FREEZE again to continue playing video.  
<PLAY/ STOP>  
Press to start playing back video, or to stop playing back video and return to  
live mode.  
Pause Playback and Single Step Forward/ Backward  
To pause and move recorded video single step forward/ backward, follow  
these steps.  
• Press one of the CHANNEL keys to display the corresponding camera in  
full screen.  
• Press FREEZE to pause the current playback image.  
• Press LEFT/ R  
IGHT keys to move the recorded video a single step  
backward/ forward. Press and hold LEFT/ RIGHT keys to move backward/  
forward the video single steps continuously.  
• Press FREEZE again to resume the playback operation.  
NOTE: Single step backward is available in JPEG recording only.  
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4.2  
Sequence Setup  
This section introduce how to view in sequence mode with both Main Monitor  
and Call Monitor, if connected. Sequence function can avoid manually  
backtracking and give more flexibility in surveillance.  
4.2.1  
Sequence on Main Monitor  
The automatic sequence function can be displayed in any viewing mode.  
Select certain viewing format and press SEQ to start the automatic sequence.  
Press ESC to stop and return to live mode. The figure below shows the  
example of displaying sequence in 4-channel viewing mode.  
4.2.2  
Call Monitor Control  
Users can use front panel of the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit to control a  
call monitor display without having to access the Main menu. Two viewing  
modes can be displayed on call monitor: Sequence display and Single  
camera display. To program the call monitor sequence, refer to section  
Sequence Setup.  
Follow the steps below to control the call monitor.  
• Press the CALL key on the front panel to enter call monitor control mode,  
the message “Call Mode” will then be shown on the bottom-left of the  
screen.  
Press 1-16 Key To Select Channel  
Press SEQ To Enable Sequence  
• Press any CHANNEL key to display the image of the corresponding  
camera on the call monitor.  
• Alternatively, press SEQ repeatedly to display the sequence of cameras  
previously programmed in Call Monitor Schedule menu.  
• Press ESC to return the front panel to Main Monitor Control mode.  
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4.3  
Searching Recorded Video  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit is capable of searching and playing  
back recorded video by date/ time, events, or text. To search by time, select a  
specific date and time of the wanted video or enter Calendar Search. To  
search by event, select channels to display the event list.  
In live or playback mode, press SEARCH to enter the Search menu, which is  
shown as follows.  
Search  
---------------------------Search By Time---------------------------  
From:  
End:  
Select:  
1 Nov 2009 16:45:36  
11 Nov 2009 08:15:12  
10 Nov 2009 04:19:03  
Begin Playback  
Calendar Search  
Smart Search  
--------------------------Search By Event--------------------------  
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 All  
None  
Select Channel:  
Event List  
---------------------------Search By Text---------------------------  
Text Query Page  
NOTE: “Search By Text” only functions when a POS machine is  
connected and text data is stored.  
4.3.1  
Searching by Time  
Follow the steps to search video by date and time.  
• Press SEARCH to enter the Search menu.  
• Move the cursor to “From” and press ENTER will start playing recorded  
video from the specified “From” time.  
• Move the cursor to “End” and press ENTER will start playing recorded  
video from the specified “End” time.  
• Move the cursor to “Select” and press LEFT/RIGHT keys to choose date/  
time. Press ENTER and adjust the values by UP/DOWN keys.  
• Press ENTER to confirm the settings or ESC to abort.  
• Move the cursor to <Begin Playback> and press ENTER to start playing  
back the selected video.  
• Press PLAY again to return to live video.  
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NOTE: If there is no available recorded video that matches the  
specified time and date, the unit starts playback from the next  
available video.  
NOTE: The date/time information will be shown on the screen with a  
DST icon if the Daylight Saving Time function is enabled. “S” indicates  
summer time and “W” indicates winter time.  
4.3.2  
Calendar Search  
Follow the steps below to search recorded video via Calendar Search.  
• Press SEARCH button to enter the Search menu.  
• Move the cursor to <Calendar Search> and press ENTER. A calendar will  
be shown as below.  
Calendar Search  
------------------------------ Date/Time ------------------------------  
←
November 2009  
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu  
→
Sat  
31  
7
14  
21  
28  
5
Fri  
30  
6
13  
20  
27  
4
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
25  
1
8
15  
22  
29  
26  
2
9
16  
23  
30  
27  
3
28  
4
29  
5
12  
19  
26  
3
10  
17  
24  
1
11  
18  
25  
2
-------------------------- Search By Time ---------------------------  
From/End  
Select  
From End  
4 Nov 2009 06:19:45  
Begin Playback  
• Move the cursor to year/ month and press ENTER. Then press UP/DOWN  
keys to adjust the value and press ENTER again to confirm.  
• Move the cursor and press ENTER to select any date shown in bold and  
underlined font. The bar below the calendar will change according to the  
recorded data of the selected date.  
• Then select preferred time from the time bar. Alternatively, move the  
cursor to the time shown at the bottom. Press ENTER and adjust the  
values of hour/ minute/ second via UP/DOWN keys.  
• The <From> and <End> buttons allows users to playback video from the  
beginning or end of the database.  
• Note that the time blocks highlighted in red represent events occurred.  
• Select <Begin Playback> and press ENTER to start playing back selected  
video.  
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4.3.3  
Smart Search  
Smart Search allows users to search for recorded videos according to specific  
date/time, channel, and monitoring area. Follow the steps below to search  
recorded video via Smart Search.  
• Press SEARCH button to enter the Search menu.  
• Move the cursor to <Smart Search> and press ENTER. The Smart Search  
menu will be displayed as below.  
Smart Search  
From:  
End:  
2009/01/01 AM00:00:00  
2009/05/01 AM00:00:00  
CH1  
Select Channel  
Select Search Area  
Search Sensitivity  
Search Threshold  
Interval  
77%  
50%  
60 Sec  
Smart Search List  
• Specify the From/End time to search for recorded video within the period.  
• Choose a channel for smart search.  
• Setup the monitoring area following the special operation described in  
appendix USB Mouse Operation.  
• Specify detection sensitivity and threshold according to environment and  
required application.  
• The time interval specified here will be time segment of smart search. That  
means, if the total time period is 10 minutes, and the time interval is 60  
seconds, then there will be 10 time segments. Therefore, if video satisfied  
the smart search criteria is found in the 4th segment, only the 4th segment  
video will be reported on the Smart Search List.  
• When the criteria are all set, select <Smart Search List> and press  
ENTER to start the smart search.  
When the Smart Search List is displayed, use Direction keys to scan through  
the list. Press ENTER to playback any desired item, or press ESC to exit the  
list.  
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4.3.4  
Searching by Event  
“Event List” will be displayed, as shown below, when users searched  
recorded video by event. Users can scroll down the Event List to look for  
interested event video.  
Event List  
Date  
Time  
Ch.  
2
5
3
1
1
7
6
4
Type  
Motion  
Alarm  
Alarm  
Motion  
Alarm  
Motion  
Motion  
Alarm  
Motion  
Motion  
Alarm  
2009/03/17  
2009/03/17  
2009/03/16  
2009/03/15  
2009/03/12  
2009/03/12  
2009/03/11  
2009/03/10  
2009/03/08  
2009/03/08  
2009/03/08  
11:26:50  
09:53:03  
16:14:42  
03:45:31  
22:27:56  
10:09:29  
12:18:20  
05:16:00  
17:11:37  
16:29:10  
03:22:17  
2
8
2
The list displays the first 9999 events by date, time, triggered camera, and  
alarm type. As some events are deleted, event items beyond 9999 will be  
displayed. The latest recorded event video will be listed on the top.  
Follow these steps to search event video through the Event List:  
• Press SEARCH to enter the Search menu.  
• To search event video recorded on a specific channel, press LEFT/ RIGHT  
to move the cursor and press ENTER to select or de-select a channel.  
• Move the cursor to <Event List> and press ENTER to list the event video  
from the selected channels.  
• To exit the event list, press ESC.  
Follow these steps to playback selected event video from the Event List.  
• Press and hold UP/ DOWN to scroll through the Event List.  
• Press ENTER to playback the selected event video.  
• Press PLAY/ STOP to return to live mode.  
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4.3.5  
Search by Text  
When a POS device is connected to the DVR, users can search for videos  
with text data. The “Text Query Page” is displayed as below:  
Text Query Page  
By Text  
OFF  
OFF  
Item  
Item  
By Numerals  
Value  
Value (Upper Limit)  
By Date/Time  
From:  
OFF  
2009/01/01 AM00:00:00  
2009/05/01 AM00:00:00  
OFF  
To:  
By Channel  
Text Query List  
There are three ways to search: by text, by numerals, or by text and numerals.  
In the mean time, date/time and/or channel can be specified to narrow down  
range, thus the search will be faster. Refer to below for search options.  
By Text:  
• Exception: Search for video with data containing the exception string set  
in the OSD setup menu.  
• OR: Enter two sets of word strings. Search for videos with data containing  
EITHER ONE of the word strings.  
• AND: Enter two sets of word strings. Search for videos with data  
containing BOTH of the word strings.  
• Specific: Specify one set of word string. Search for videos with data  
containing the specific word string.  
By Numerals:  
• Outside The Range: Enter two numbers to specify a range. Search for  
videos with data containing number(s) out of the range.  
• Inside The Range: Enter two numbers to specify a range. Search for  
videos with data containing number(s) within the range.  
• Less Equal Than: Enter one number. Search for videos with data  
containing number(s) less than or equal to the specific number.  
• Greater Equal Than: Enter one number. Search for videos with data  
containing number(s) greater than or equal to the specific number.  
• Specific: Specify a number. Search for videos with data containing the  
specific number.  
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4.4  
Video Export  
The following sections are instructions for video export via OSD setup menu  
and via hot keys on the front panel.  
NOTE: The Central Management System (CMS) software can also  
remotely execute video export function. Please refer to the CMS user’s  
manual for more details.  
4.4.1  
Export from OSD Setup Menu  
The Video Export menu enables only the accounts with proper authority to  
export recorded video with digital signature to a USB ThumbDrive® or a  
DVD+RW drive. Login with a proper account to export video.  
The exported video will be identified by the exporting date/ time, and  
classified by event type. The exportation of each recorded video consist of  
four files if digital signature is necessary, including *.gpg, *.drv, *.sig and  
readme.txt.  
If an external storage device will be the destination of the exporting video,  
make sure it is available and connected to the appropriate port.  
From the Main menu, select <Video Export> and press ENTER. The menu is  
displayed below.  
Video Export  
Select Device  
Select Ch:  
From:  
To:  
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4  
2009/03/19 AM07:50:05  
2009/03/28 PM03:09:18  
Select Events  
Data Type  
Export Format  
Digital Signature  
Erase Disc  
Begin Export  
Normal  
DRV  
No  
No  
No  
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4.4.1.1  
Select the External Device  
The available external devices for exporting video will be listed by name and  
free size in Select Device menu. The Select Device menu displays as follows.  
Select Device  
Device Name  
xxx-xxx-x-x-xx  
xx-xxx-xx-xxxx  
Available  
256 MB  
1.5 GB  
Sel  
No  
No  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit only supports EXT3 file system. If an  
external HDD will be connected to the unit, ensure the format of the HDD is  
EXT3. If not, please format this HDD to EXT3 first.  
Device Name  
The item shows the name of the available device.  
Available  
The item shows the free space of the available device.  
Select  
Set to <Yes> to select it as the exporting destination, or <No> to deselect.  
4.4.1.2  
Select Video for Exporting  
Select video from desired channel(s) with specific date / time and/or event(s),  
and set the item <Begin Export> to <Yes> to start exporting. Following are the  
items for selecting video.  
Select Channel  
Select the channel to export. Move the cursor to the desired channel using  
LEFT / RIGHT keys, select or de-select a channel by pressing ENTER.  
From / To Time  
The items are used to set the time which data export begins and ends. Move  
the cursor using LEFT / RIGHT keys, and press ENTER to select the date/  
time items; adjust the selected date and time value by UP / DOWN keys.  
NOTE: The exported data between the Start Time and End Time  
includes both normal and event video.  
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Select Events  
Select this item to display the event list. Move the cursor to scroll through the  
event list and press ENTER to select event(s) to be exported.  
Data Type  
The item is used to select exporting video type. The options are <Normal>  
(export normal video only), <Event> (export event video only) and <Both>  
(export both normal and event video).  
NOTE: To export event video only, se the “From” and “To” items at the  
same date and time. Otherwise, not only the event video but also the  
normal video included between the “From” date/ time and “To” date/  
time will be exported.  
Export Format  
This item is for selecting exporting video format. The options are <DRV>,  
<AVI>, and <Original>.  
The *.drv file can only be played back with SpecoRemote™ and  
SpecoPlayer™, and multiple camera video can be played from one file. The  
*.avi file can be played back with media players. Note that if multiple channels  
are exported, each channel is exported to a separate file.  
4.4.1.3  
Digital Signature  
The user can export a video clip with or without a digital signature. Set the  
item to <YES> to export with the signature file, or <NO> to export without the  
signature file.  
Each recorded video with a digital signature will be exported automatically  
into four files, including *.gpg, *.drv, *.sig and readme.txt. The *.gpg file name  
is the same as the last eight digits of MAC (Media Access Control) address of  
the unit.  
Make sure that an external storage device, such as a USB Hard Drive or USB  
ThumbDrive®, is available and connected to the appropriate port for export.  
For more information about verifying a digital signature, see appendix  
Verifying Digital Signature.  
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4.4.1.4  
Erase Disc  
This function is used to remove information found on a DVD+RW disk prior to  
exporting new information to the drive. Select <Yes> and press ENTER to  
start deleting data.  
4.4.2  
Quick Video Export through Front Panel  
The unit provides an easy and quick way, called ezBurn, to export video files  
to the built-in DVD+RW or an external device, such as a USB ThumbDrive®.  
The video exported via ezBurn is saved as *.drv file.  
If an external device will be the destination of the video, make sure it has  
been connected to the unit and the port has been set appropriately.  
NOTE: Once an external device has been connected to the unit, the  
device has priority over the built-in DVD+RW. That means the video  
will be exported to the external device instead of the built-in DVD+RW.  
Exporting process may take about 10 minutes to 1 hour depending on the file  
size of the video.  
4.4.2.1  
ezBurn Introduction  
The ezBurn function provides users a convenient way to export video with  
built-in DVD-RW or to external storage devices, such as USB ThumbDrive®.  
TWO keys (SEARCH and COPY) and THREE touches are all that will be  
needed to complete the export. The whole exporting process is done through  
the front panel operation, but no need to access the OSD setup menu.  
The ezBurn export process is illustrated as the following:  
The process is described step by step in the following sections.  
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4.4.2.2  
Export Normal Video  
To export normal video to an external device, follow these steps:  
• Press SEARCH and play desired normal video by entering date and time.  
• When the playback starts, press COPY once to mark the starting point of  
the export video. The playback continues.  
• Press COPY again to mark the ending point of the export video. Then the  
“ezBurn” window will be displayed as shown below. The information  
shown on the window is “read only”.  
ezBurn confirmation  
Selected Device: Built-in-DVD+RW  
All data on the disc will be erased.  
Exported Required Size = 11 MB  
Real Export Range:  
From: 2009/11/07 AM10:41:13  
To: 2009/11/07 AM10:41:21  
Enter: YES  
or  
ESC: NO  
Press CH N to assign  
Digital Deterrent File Sound_N  
NOTE: For more information about setting of Digital Deterrent  
function, please refer to section Digital Deterrent.  
• Press ENTER to start the export, or press ESC to abort.  
• If there is no exportable external device connected to the unit, then a  
warning message will be displayed on the screen, as shown below:  
No exportable device detected.  
Please install the target device/mediato the DVR.  
Enter: Retry  
or  
ESC: Exit  
Press CH N to assign  
Digital Deterrent File Sound_N  
4.4.2.3  
Export Event Video  
To export event video, follow these steps:  
• Press SEARCH and playback desired event video. For details on how to  
playback event video, refer to section Searching by Event.  
• When the playback starts, press COPY. The “ezBurn” window will be  
displayed as follows. The information shown on the window is “read only”.  
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ezBurn confirmation  
Selected Device: Built-in-DVD+RW  
All data on the disc will be erased.  
Exported Required Size = 11 MB  
Export Event Info:  
Data  
2009/11/07  
Time  
AM10:42:35  
Enter: YES  
Ch  
13  
ESC: NO  
Type  
Motion  
• Press ENTER to start the export, or press ESC to abort.  
• If there is no exportable external device connected to the unit, then a  
warning message will be displayed as shown in the previous section.  
NOTE: The DVD will be ejected when its capacity is 99% full.  
4.5  
Deleting Recorded Video  
The account with appropriate privilege can delete recorded video in the Purge  
Data menu. Select <Record Setup> from Main menu and press ENTER, then  
move the cursor to <Purge Data> and press ENTER. The Purge Data menu  
will be displayed.  
Purge Data  
Purge All Data  
No  
No  
2009/01/01  
No  
Purge All Event Data  
Purge Event Before  
Start to Purge  
The first three items are used to select the data to be purged. After the data is  
selected for deletion, set the forth item <Start to Purge> to <Yes> and press  
ENTER to start the deleting process. The menu items are described below.  
Purge All Data  
Select this item to delete all normal and event videos from the database.  
Purge All Event Data  
Select this item to delete all event videos from the database.  
Purge Event Before  
This item is for deleting event videos that are recorded before a specific date.  
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4.6  
Dome Control  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit allows the user to control a dome  
camera via the front panel.  
In Live mode, users can press a CHANNEL key to display the corresponding  
dome camera in full screen. To enter Dome Control mode, press the DOME  
key and the hint screen will be displayed. Press ESC or DOME to exit Dome  
Control mode and return to live mode. To configure settings regarding dome  
camera control, see the following sections.  
4.6.1  
Dome Connection  
Follow the steps below to install a dome camera.  
• Refer to appendix Alarm I/O Pin Definition for RS-485 port pin definition.  
• Using a RS-485 cable, connect the R+, R- terminals from the dome  
camera to the D+, D- terminals on the RS-485 port respectively. Refer to  
the following illustration.  
4.6.2  
Dome Protocol Setup  
The Dome Protocol item lists the dome protocols available for communicating  
with dome cameras connected to the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit. From  
the Main menu, select <Camera Setup> and press ENTER. The following  
menu is displayed.  
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Analog Camera  
Analog Camera Select  
Dome Protocol  
Dome ID  
CH01  
None  
0
Camera Title  
Covert/ Privacy Mask  
Termination  
Brightness  
Ch1  
On  
0
Contrast  
0
Saturation  
0
Hue  
0
Audio Association  
Copy Settings  
Yes  
To configure dome protocol, first select a camera then set the communication  
protocol associated with that dome camera using the direction keys and press  
ENTER.  
NOTE: The settings only become effective after saving the changes  
and exiting from the menu.  
4.6.3  
RS485 Setup  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit controls the dome cameras via RS-485  
communication protocol. The RS-485 parameters for the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/  
16TH series unit must be set to the same parameters set in the dome  
camera.  
Users are allowed to change the RS-485 settings for the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/  
16TH series unit. Select <System Setup> in the Main menu, then select  
<RS485 Setup> from the System Setup menu and press ENTER. The  
following menu is displayed.  
RS485 Setup  
Unit ID  
Baud Rate  
Bits  
224  
9600  
8
Stop  
1
Parity  
None  
The Unit ID number must match the ID address of the dome camera. The  
range of the Unit ID is from 1 to 255 while the default is 224. Note that no two  
devices on the same bus should be given the same ID address, or a conflict  
may occur.  
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The default RS-485 settings of the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit are 9600  
Baud, 8 Data Bits, 1 Stop Bit, and No Parity.  
NOTE: The settings only become effective after saving the changes  
and exiting from the menu.  
4.6.4  
Dome Controlling Key  
The function keys used for Dome Control are illustrated below.  
Enter / Auto  
• In OSD setup menu, press this key to make selection.  
• In dome control mode, press this key to activate automatic adjustment of  
focus and iris.  
Set / Go Preset  
This key is used to enter the Dome Preset menu to enable the set up of a  
specific position as a preset and to go to the predetermined preset positions.  
Toggle Hint Screen  
This function is used to avoid showing the dome parameter information while  
controlling the dome camera. Press this key to hide the information. Press the  
key again to recover it.  
Pan / Tilt  
• In OSD setup menu, these keys function as direction keys.  
• In dome control mode, press these keys to pan and tilt the lens of dome  
camera.  
ESC  
Press this key to leave dome control mode and return to live mode.  
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Iris Open  
Press this key to open the Iris and let in more light to the dome camera.  
Iris Close  
Press this key to close the Iris and let in less light to the dome camera.  
Focus Near  
Press this key to focus the lens of the dome camera at a near position.  
Focus Far  
Press this key to focus the lens of the dome camera at a far position.  
Zoom In  
Press this key to zoom in the lens of the dome camera. This enables the user  
to enlarge the designated viewing area.  
Zoom Out  
Press this key to zoom out the lens of the dome camera. This allows the user  
to get a wider range of viewing area.  
4.6.5  
Setting Preset Points  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit allows users to set preset positions.  
The maximum amount of preset points allowed depends on the brand and  
model of the dome camera. Follow steps below to set preset points.  
• Press a Channel key to view the corresponding camera in full screen.  
• Then press DOME to enter dome control mode. Then a Hint Screen,  
shown as below figure, will display on the screen.  
• Press 2 to hide the dome control Hint Screen; press 2 again to toggle the  
Hint Screen.  
• Use Direction keys to position the dome camera to desired position.  
Hint Screen  
DOME / ESC: Exit  
MODE / PLAY: Iris Open / Close  
SEQ / FREEZE: Focus Near / Far  
MENU / SEARCH: Zoom In / Out  
ENTER: Auto Focus / Iris  
←↑↓→: Pan / Tilt  
CH1: Set / Go Preset  
CH2: Hint Screen On / Off  
CH3 / CH4: Move Speed 000%  
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• Press 1 to access the Set/Go Preset function. A virtual keyboard will be  
displayed as below.  
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
BS  
Set Preset  
Go Preset  
Exit  
9
Clear  
• Input a desired preset number.  
• Click on the <Set Preset> button to save the position. Now the preset  
position is set and ready to be called.  
4.6.6  
Calling Preset Points  
Follow these steps to call preset points.  
• Press a Channel key to view the corresponding camera in full screen.  
• Then press DOME to enter dome control mode. Then a Hint Screen,  
shown as blow figure, will display on the screen.  
• Press 2 to hide the dome control Hint Screen; press 2 again to toggle the  
Hint Screen.  
• Press 1 to access the Set/Go Preset function.  
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
BS  
Set Preset  
Go Preset  
Exit  
9
Clear  
• Input a desired preset number.  
• Click on the <Go Preset> button to call the preset point.  
• Now the selected dome camera will rotate to the preset position  
automatically.  
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4.7  
Manual Digital Deterrent  
Besides presetting the digital deterrent function in OSD setup menu, users  
can also manually trigger digital deterrent function via front panel control. To  
do so, press the Digital Deterrent (D.D.) key and the menu will be displayed:  
Manual Digital Deterrent  
PRESS THE DESIRED CHANNEL TO  
TRIGGER DIGITAL DETERRENT.  
← DD Source: Follow Event Setup →  
ENTER: SEND TO ALL CHANNEL  
ESC: Exit  
Use LEFT/RIGHT keys to select source files from <Follow Event Setup>,  
<Default Sound>, or <Sound_N>, where N can be chosen from 1 to 50. Press  
any channel key to manually trigger digital deterrent at that specific channel  
site. Alternatively, press ENTER to trigger digital deterrent at ALL channel  
sites.  
4.8  
2-Way Audio Talk Function  
2-way audio talk function enables the DVR site to communicate with the  
camera site. To initiate communication, press and hold any channel key for 2  
seconds. When the communication starts, below message will be shown on  
the screen:  
2-WAY AUDIO  
YOU ARE NOW COMMUNICATING WITH CHANNEL  
02  
At this time, users will be able to hear audio from the camera site, even if the  
audio output setting is disabled in the OSD setup menu. To start speaking to  
the camera site, press and hold the D.D. key. Once the D.D. key is released,  
the audio from the camera site will be heard again.  
To terminate 2-way audio talk, press the same channel key or press ESC.  
NOTE: 2-way audio talk function is not available for channel 1.  
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4.9  
UPnP Function  
UPnP is the abbreviation for Universal Plug and Play, which is a relatively  
new technology that integrates a universal protocol for widespread  
plug-and-play devices to ease the network implementation. When a PC and a  
DVR both installed the UPnP function, the PC can automatically recognize  
the DVR in the same local area network.  
The advantage of this function is that PCs can connect to the DVR via the  
remote control software by directly clicking on the icon representing the DVR  
in <My Network Places> folder.  
4.9.1  
Setting Up the DVR and the PC  
Enable the UPnP function in the DVR:  
Enter the OSD menu with a proper account and access <System Setup> Æ  
<Network Setup> Æ <UPnP Setup>. The menu is as the following:  
UPnP Setup  
UPnP  
UPnP NAT Traversal  
ON  
No  
Set the first item UPnP to <ON> and the DVR is ready.  
Install the UPnP interface components in a PC:  
• Click <Start> Æ <Control Panel> Æ <Add or Remove Programs>.  
• Then click <Add/Remove Windows Components> on the left.  
• In Windows Components Wizard, double click on <Networking  
Services>, then check the box in front of <Universal Plug and Play>.  
• Click <OK>, then <Next> and the installation process will begin.  
• When the installation is completed, the icon representing the DVR can be  
found in <My Network Places> folder.  
• Double click on the icon will open an internet browser that connects to the  
DVR via the remote control software.  
4.9.2  
UPnP NAT Traversal Function  
The UPnP NAT traversal function will help to automatically setup a router if  
the DVR connects to the internet via a router.  
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When a PC connects to a DVR not in the same local area network, a real IP  
address and corresponding port number is required. However if the DVR is  
behind a router, the communication between the PC and the DVR will be  
transmitted back and forth by the router. The router will need to setup port  
mapping (forwarding) before images from the DVR can be remotely viewed  
on the PC. For each individual DVR, the setting needs to be done individually.  
Imagine if there is tens or hundreds of DVRs. The setting will take a long time.  
Fortunately, if the DVR has UPnP NAT traversal function, the setting of the  
router will be done automatically when it is enabled. Just select <Yes> for the  
menu item UPnP NAT Traversal in the UPnP setup menu and it will take care  
of everything.  
4.10  
Boot Log Exportation  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit will keep records of important system  
logs. Users can also choose whether or not to keep records of operation logs.  
Login using an account with proper authority and enter the OSD menu. Then  
access the Configuration menu, as displayed below.  
Configuration  
Load Factory Default  
Import Config  
No  
Export Config  
Import Deterrent  
Export Deterrent  
Boot Log  
Operation Log  
On  
Set <Operation Log> to <On> and operation logs will start to be recorded in  
the system log. Alternatively, set to <Off> and operation logs will not be part of  
the system log.  
Select <Boot Log> and a list of system logs will be displayed on the screen.  
Users can export the system log as a data file to an external storage device.  
Connect a USB storage device and press COPY to export the system log file  
to the USB storage device. In the mean time, a digital signature file will also  
be exported.  
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5.  
Advanced System Configuration  
The detailed functions and settings of the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit  
can be set 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. This chapter describes the menu items and options in the  
OSD setup menu.  
Account and Password  
Press MENU and select an account to login. There are two preset accounts:  
“admin” and “user”. The next step is to enter a corresponding password. The  
preset password for the administrator account “admin” is “1234”, while the  
preset password for the account “user” is “4321”.  
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 show “Guest”. 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.  
Key Usage in OSD setup menu  
<Direction Keys>  
In the OSD setup menu, Direction keys are used to move the cursor to select  
menu items. UP / DOWN are used to change the value in the selected field.  
<ENTER>  
In OSD setup menu or selection interface, press this key to select or save  
settings.  
<ESC>  
Press to cancel or exit from certain OSD setup menu without saving any  
changes.  
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Key Usage in Virtual Keyboard  
A virtual keyboard shows in some setting items, such as camera title, e-mail  
address, etc. The virtual keyboard displays as follows.  
!
1
A
@ #  
*
4
-
5
E
_
6
F
S
f
+
7
=
8
,
9
I
.
0
J
/
Back  
Del  
2
3
B
C D  
G H  
T
g
t
K
L
Y
l
M
Z
m
z
N O P Q R  
a
n
U
h
u
V W X  
i
v
b
o
c
p
d
q
e
r
j
w
k
x
s
y
<<  
>>  
Space  
Cancel  
OK  
<To input characters>  
Move the cursor by pressing Direction keys and press ENTER to select  
characters. Alternatively, press channel keys 1~9 to directly enter number 1~9,  
press channel key 10 to directly enter number 0, or press “CALL” key to  
directly enter a period mark “.”. The hot keys are for speeding up inputs of IP  
addresses or etc.  
<To move the cursor in title entry>  
Select “<<” / “>>” and press ENTER, or press MODE and “<<” / “>>”  
simultaneously to move the cursor to left / right in the title entry field.  
<To delete previous character>  
Select “Back” and press ENTER, or press DOME.  
<To delete current character>  
Select “Delete” and press ENTER.  
<To exit the virtual keyboard>  
Select “OK” and press ENTER to save the settings and exit, or press ESC to  
exit without saving changes.  
NOTE: If a USB keyboard is connected and when any key on the  
keyboard is pressed, the cursor on the virtual keyboard will be  
automatically moved to “OK”.  
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5.1  
System Setup  
Select <System Setup> from the Main Menu and press ENTER to enter the  
System Setup menu.  
System Setup  
System/Version Info  
Language  
English  
Date/Time  
Unit Name  
DVR  
Yes  
Show Camera Title  
User Management  
Network Setup  
RS485 Setup  
Audio Output/Key Beep  
User Graphic Interface  
IP Camera Support  
Graphic  
0
The items found in the System Setup menu are described in the following  
sections.  
5.1.1  
System/Version Info  
The System/Version Info menu allows the user to view system information  
such as hardware and software versions. From the System Setup menu,  
select <System/Version Info> and press ENTER. The following menu is  
displayed.  
System/Version Info  
Model Name  
Video System  
xxxxxxx  
NTSC  
Hardware  
xx-xx-xx  
Software  
DSP  
Mac Address1  
Mac Address2  
xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx  
xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx  
xx-xx-xx-xx-xx-xx  
xx-xx-xx-xx-xx-xx  
Software Upgrade via Local Device  
Software Upgrade via Internet  
The items in this menu are described in the following subsections.  
5.1.1.1  
DVR System Information & Version Numbers  
The first seven items listed DVR system information and version numbers of  
hardware and software. These information is “read only”.  
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5.1.1.2  
Software Upgrade via Local Device  
This item is used for updating the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit software  
by local device. The menu is displayed as follows.  
Software Upgrade via Local Device  
Upgrade Version  
xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx  
Select  
No  
Connect a USB drive that contains the upgrade software to the unit; the  
upgrade files that are available will then be listed in the menu. To update the  
system, select a file and use UP / DOWN keys to choose <Yes>. Press  
ENTER to confirm the selection and start the upgrade process. The  
DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit uploads the software, updates the system  
files, and reboots automatically.  
The upgrade process may take several minutes to complete. After rebooting  
the unit, please check the software version again.  
NOTE: If you want to upgrade your unit with a USB ThumbDrive®  
contains the newest software, make sure the software you want to use  
to update the unit should be fold into a folder named “upd_200s”,  
otherwise, the unit cannot recognize it.  
NOTE: Power interruption cannot occur during the software upgrade  
process. Ensure that no power interruption can happen until the unit is  
completely rebooted.  
NOTE: Do not remove the external USB ThumbDrive®/DVD+RW  
before the unit has completely shut down (hard drive and fan are off).  
Removing the external USB ThumbDrive®/DVD+RW before shut down  
can cause the system to update improperly.  
5.1.1.3  
Software Upgrade via Internet  
This item is used to upgrade the unit’s software via the internet. Select one of  
the listed software versions and choose <Yes>. The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH  
series unit uploads the software, updates the system files and reboots  
automatically.  
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5.1.2  
Language  
The Language item allows the user to select the language for the OSD menu  
and screen messages. Language selection takes effect immediately when the  
selection is done. Press UP / DOWN to select from languages listed and  
press ENTER to confirm.  
5.1.3  
Date / Time  
The user can set the current date, time and other OSD parameters in this  
menu. The login account should have authority to access the System Setup  
menu. In the System Setup menu, select <Date/Time> and press ENTER; the  
Date/Time menu displays as follows.  
Date/Time  
Date  
Time  
Time Zone  
2008/02/21  
10:39:26  
Off  
Date/Time Display  
Date Display Mode  
Time Display Mode  
Daylight Saving Time Setup  
Network Time Protocol Setup  
1 Row  
Y/M/D  
24 HR  
NOTE: The reset date/ time setting applies only to future recorded  
video, the date and time of previously recorded video will not be  
changed.  
NOTE: After the Date/Time setting is changed, clearing the database  
is recommended for avoiding record database corruption.  
5.1.3.1  
Date / Time  
Select <Date> or <Time> and press ENTER to adjust 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.  
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5.1.3.2  
Time Zone  
You can adjust the unit to the local time either by manually setting the date/  
time and daylight saving time, or by setting this item and let unit automatically  
adjusts the two items mentioned above according to the time zone you select.  
Please refer to the figure below and select you local time zone.  
NOTE: After selecting the time zone, you MUST go to <Network Time  
Protocol Setup> Æ <Manually Time Sync> and synchronize the local  
time once, or the time zone setting will not be activated.  
5.1.3.3  
5.1.3.4  
Date / Time Display  
Users are allowed to choose to set the Date / Time OSD displays in 1 or 2  
rows. Use the UP / DOWN keys to change the setting. The default is to  
display the date / time OSD in one row.  
Date Display Mode  
This function allows the user to set the OSD display type for the date / time.  
There are three options to select from: <Y/M/D>, <M/D/Y> or <D/M/Y>. “Y”  
represents “Year”, “M” represents “Month” and “D” represents “Day”.  
Use UP / DOWN keys to change the setting. The default setting is <Y/M/D> in  
both NTSC / PAL formats.  
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5.1.3.5  
Time Display Mode  
The user can choose to set the time format to <12 hour> or <24 hour>. Use  
the UP / DOWN keys to change the format. The default setting is <12 hour>.  
5.1.3.6  
Daylight Saving Time Setup  
This menu is for people who live in certain regions to observe Daylight Saving  
Time (DST).  
Daylight Saving Time  
Select <On> to enable, or <Off> 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. 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  
These items are used to set the daylight saving duration. Use LEFT / RIGHT  
to move the cursor to the next or previous field, UP / DOWN to change the  
settings.  
DST Bias  
This item allows the user to set the amount of time to move forward from the  
standard time for daylight saving time. Available options are <30>, <60>,  
<90> and <120> minutes.  
5.1.3.7  
Network Time Protocol Setup  
The submenu allows you to setup the Network Time Protocol (NTP) server, to  
automatically synchronize your unit to fit the local time per hour, and to  
manually synchronize the local time.  
Network Time Protocol Setup  
NTP Server  
time.nist.gov  
Automatically Time Sync  
Manually Time Sync  
Off  
No  
NTP Server  
The item shows IP address of the NTP server. If you want to change to  
another NTP server, press ENTER and fix it through a virtual keyboard.  
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Automatically Time Sync  
Select <On> to synchronize the local time automatically every hour.  
NOTE: If you want the unit to automatically synchronize the local time,  
the <Time Zone> item MUST NOT be set to <Off>, or the function  
cannot be activated.  
Manually Time Sync  
Select <Yes> to instantly synchronize the local time.  
5.1.4  
Unit Name  
Users are allowed to assign a name, up to 11 characters, to the DVR-4TH/  
8TH/ 16TH series unit.  
Follow the steps below to edit the unit name.  
• Select <Unit Name> from System Setup menu and press ENTER. A virtual  
keyboard displays.  
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• Press ENTER to add the character to the entry field (up to 11 characters).  
• When done, move the cursor to <OK> and press ENTER to save the  
settings and exit.  
5.1.5  
Show Unit Name  
Select <Yes> to show the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit name on the  
monitor or <No> hide the unit name.  
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5.1.6  
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.  
The menu is as the following.  
User Management  
Password Protection  
Account Setup  
Authority Setup  
On  
No  
Load Default Setting  
5.1.6.1  
5.1.6.2  
Password Protection  
Select <On> to request for username and password for accessing functions  
listed in Authority Setup menu, or select <Off> to allow free access.  
Account Setup  
Setup customized username, password, and privilege level in this menu.  
Press Direction keys and ENTER to select items. The account is case  
sensitive. The authority level rank from level 1~8, and level 8 has the highest  
privilege. Alternatively, select <Disable> to stop using the chosen account.  
Account Setup  
Account:  
admin  
****  
Level 8  
OFF  
Mod  
Mod  
Password:  
Privilege:  
2nd PWD:  
2nd PWD:  
Mod  
NOTE: The account and privilege level of the preset “admin” account  
cannot be changed.  
5.1.6.3  
Authority Setup  
Setup permitted authority level for accessing the functions listed in this menu.  
The functions include: Playback/Search, 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. Press Direction keys and ENTER  
to select items. The privilege level rank from level 1~8, and level 8 has  
highest authority. Alternatively, select <Disable> to allow free access.  
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Authority Setup  
Item  
Authority  
Level 4  
Level 4  
Level 4  
Level 4  
Level 4  
Level 4  
Level 4  
Level 4  
Level 4  
Playback/Search  
Dome Control  
Live Operation  
Call Control  
Export Data  
Menu Access  
System Setup  
Monitor Setup  
Camera Setup  
NOTE: The “Menu Access” cannot be set to <Disable>.  
When the account does not have authority to access certain functions, an  
error message will be displayed on the screen.  
5.1.6.4  
Load Default Setting  
This item is for restoring the default settings. Select <Yes> to load default  
setting or select <No> to exit.  
5.1.7  
Network Setup  
The Network Setup menu allows the account with appropriate privilege to  
configure the network by specifying the network related settings, such as IP  
address and Netmask, etc.  
See your network administrator and/or network service provider for more  
specific information.  
Some settings under the Network Setup menu, such as IP and PPPoE  
Account, need to be configured through the virtual keyboard. The function key  
usage pattern is slightly modified, please refer to section Key Usage in  
Virtual Keyboard.  
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From the System Setup menu, select <Network Setup> and press ENTER.  
The following menu displays. Items in this menu are described in the following  
sections.  
Network Setup  
LAN Select  
LAN Setup  
LAN  
100  
Modem Setup  
Trigger Port  
Email Address  
SMTP Setup  
DDNS Setup  
UPnP Setup  
5.1.7.1  
LAN Select  
PPPoE stands for Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet, which is a  
specification for connecting the users by Ethernet to the Internet through a  
common broadband medium.  
This item allows you to select your service type between <LAN>, <PPPoE> or  
<None>; if you are using an intranet for communication, please select <LAN>,  
if you are using a broadband medium, such as DSL Line or cable modem,  
please select <PPPoE>.  
If <None> is selected, then there is no need to set further LAN setting,  
therefore, the second item <LAN Setup> will not be accessible.  
5.1.7.2  
LAN Setup  
The network related settings in the LAN Setup menu should be associated  
with the network service type. If you select <LAN> for <LAN Select>, then 6th  
to 8th item will not be available. Select <LAN Setup> in Network Setup menu  
and press ENTER for setting the parameters; the menu displays as follows.  
LAN Setup  
DHCP  
IP  
Netmask  
Gateway  
OFF  
192.168.1.150  
255.255.255.0  
192.168.1.1  
0.0.0.0  
DNS  
PPPoE Account  
PPPoE Password  
PPPoE Max Idle  
Connect At Booting  
Network Restart  
35min  
Yes  
No  
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DHCP  
This item allows the user to obtain a dynamic IP address from a DHCP  
(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server while the unit boots up. When  
using DHCP, the settings are dynamic and they will change every time you  
power up and power off the unit, depending on your network's setup.  
If the DHCP is enabled (ON), a dynamic IP will be assigned to the DVR-4TH/  
8TH/ 16TH series unit. In this case, the user does not need to configure a  
static IP or the Ethernet settings including IP address, Netmask, Gateway,  
and DNS settings will be “read only”. The default setting is <ON>.  
If you are using permanent addressing, set DHCP to <OFF> for setting the IP  
Address, Netmask, Gateway, and DNS. See your network system  
administrator or IT personnel for appropriate values for these setting.  
IP  
This item is used to configure the IP (Internet Protocol) address of the unit.  
The IP address is the identifier for your computer or device on a TCP/IP LAN  
or WAN. Please note that to set a static IP address, DHCP must be set to  
<OFF>.  
Netmask  
A netmask is a 32-bit mask used to divide an IP address into subnets and  
specify the networks available hosts. Its value is defined by your network  
administrator. It takes the form as ***.***.***.***, for example,  
255.255.255.255.  
This item allows the user to enter the value of the Netmask for the unit.  
Please note that to configure the item, DHCP must be set to <OFF>.  
Gateway  
A Gateway is a node on a network that serves as an entrance to another  
network.  
Users are allowed to specify the IP address of the gateway or router  
associated with this unit. To configure this item, DHCP must be set to <OFF>.  
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DNS  
DNS is the abbreviation for “Domain Name System”, which is an Internet  
service that translates domain names into IP addresses because domain  
names are easier to remember.  
This item allows the user to specify the IP address of the Domain Name  
System associated with the unit. To configure this item, DHCP must be set to  
<OFF>.  
If the network server is unavailable when using DHCP, the unit searches for  
the network server and boots up more slowly. This network search continues  
until it times out.  
PPPoE Account  
This item allows the user to setup the PPPoE login username.  
NOTE: For accessing the PPPoE settings, select <PPPoE> as the  
Network Type in Network Setup menu.  
To setup the login username, follow the steps below:  
• Select <PPPoE Account> from the LAN Setup menu and press ENTER. A  
virtual keyboard displays.  
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• Press ENTER to add the character to the entry field.  
• When done, move the cursor to <OK> and press ENTER to save the  
settings and exit.  
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PPPoE Password  
This item allows the user to setup the PPPoE password. Follow these steps to  
setup the login password.  
• Select <PPPoE Password> from LAN Setup menu and press ENTER. A  
virtual keyboard displays.  
• Use Direction keys to select character.  
• Press ENTER to add the selected character to the entry field.  
• When done, move the cursor to <OK> and press ENTER to save the  
settings and exit.  
PPPoE Max Idle  
This item indicates the time that the modem connection remains active if  
there is no acknowledgement from the remote PC. You can select the idle  
time from 0 to 600 minutes. The default is 35 minutes.  
Connect At Booting  
The unit can connect to the Internet automatically when powered up. Select  
<YES> to connect at booting, otherwise select <NO>.  
Network Restart  
Network restart is required after changing network settings. Select  
<Yes> to restart the network connection. After pressing ENTER, a message  
“Network restarting Please stand by” will be shown on the screen. A message  
box will be displayed within 30 seconds.  
Network restart…………………….….√  
UPnP NAT setting………..……..…….X  
DDNS submitted………………………√  
WAN connection………………………√  
The “√” symbol indicates that the device is working properly whereas the “X”  
symbol indicates that the device is NOT working properly. The definitions of  
the items on the message box are described below.  
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5.1.7.3  
Modem Setup  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit can connect to the internet via an  
external installed modem.  
Modem Setup  
Dial-in Setup  
Dial-out Setup  
Dial Port Selection  
NONE  
Dial-in Setup  
The Dial-in function enables the user to establish dial-up modem  
communication to and from the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit for remote  
software use. The user is allowed to connect only one modem to a DVR-4TH/  
8TH/ 16TH series unit.  
For more information on dial-up setting on PC, see appendix Dial-up  
Connections via Modem.  
NOTE: The Dial-in Service is not available if there is no modem  
connected to the unit.  
In Network Setup menu, select <Dial-in Setup> and press ENTER to enter the  
Dial-in menu. The menu displays as follows.  
Dial-in Setup  
Dial-in Service  
Dial-in Account  
Dial-in Password  
Server IP  
Client IP  
Dial-in Idle Time  
Dial-in Max Time  
OFF  
User  
XXXX  
192.168. 0. 1  
192.168. 0. 2  
0 Min  
0 Min  
Dial-in Service  
If the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit does not connect to the Internet, the  
user can communicate to the unit from a remote PC through a modem as well.  
Select <ON> to enable the Dial-in function, or <OFF> to disable.  
Dial-in Account  
This item enables user to protect access to the unit by establishing or  
changing a dial-in user name for modem connection.  
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To setup the Dial-in Account, follow these steps.  
• Select <Dial-in Account> from Dial-in Setup menu and press ENTER. A  
virtual keyboard displays.  
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• Press ENTER to add the selected character to the entry field.  
• When done, move the cursor to <OK> and press ENTER to save the  
settings and exit.  
NOTE: The Server IP and the Client IP must not be identified as the  
same IP address; but they have to be set in the same domain.  
For example: Server IP= 192.168.0.1 ; Client IP= 192.168.0.2  
Dial-in Password  
This item allows the user to setup the Dial-in password. Follow these steps to  
setup the login password.  
• Select <Dial-in password> from Dial-in Setup menu and press ENTER. A  
virtual keyboard displays.  
• Use Direction keys to select character.  
• Press ENTER to add the selected character to the entry field.  
• When done, move the cursor to <OK> and press ENTER to save the  
settings and exit.  
Server IP  
This item is for setting the IP address that identifies the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH  
series unit over a modem connection. To set the server IP, follow these steps:  
• Select <Server IP>.  
• Using LEFT/ RIGHT to move the cursor over the IP, and stop where you  
want to make the change.  
• Press ENTER, and then use UP/ DOWN to change the value.  
• When done, press ENTER again to exit.  
• Repeat the procedure until the IP is completely set.  
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Client IP  
This item determines the remote PC’s IP address for connecting with the  
DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit. To set the Client IP, follow these steps:  
• Select <Client IP> and use LEFT/ RIGHT to move the cursor over the IP,  
and stop where you want to make the change.  
• Press ENTER, then use UP/ DOWN to change the value.  
• When done, press ENTER again to exit.  
• Repeat the procedure until the IP is set completely.  
Dial-in Idle Time  
This item indicates the longest amount of time that the modem connection  
remains active if there is no acknowledgement from the remote pc. The value  
can be set from 0 min to 600 min.  
Dial-in Max Time  
The item indicates the longest amount of time that the connection via modem  
remains active. The value can be set from 0 min to 600 min.  
Dial-out Setup  
The Dial-out function enables the user to establish dial-up modem  
communication to and from the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit for remote  
notification use. The user can connect one modem to the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/  
16TH series unit. For more information for dial-up setting on PC, see  
appendix Dial-up Connections via Modem.  
NOTE: The Dial-out Service is not available if there is no modem  
connected to the unit.  
In the Network Setup menu, select <Dial-out Setup> and press ENTER to  
enter the Dial-out menu. The menu displays as follows.  
Dial-out Setup  
Dial-out DHCP  
Dial-out IP  
Dial-out Netmask  
Dial-out Gateway  
Dial-out DNS  
OFF  
0. 0. 0. 0  
0. 0. 0. 0  
0. 0. 0. 0  
0. 0. 0. 0  
Phone Number  
Dial-out Account  
Dial-out Password  
Dial-out Idle Time  
Dial-out Max Time  
Connect  
0 Min  
0 Min  
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Dial-out DHCP  
This item allows the user to obtain a dynamic IP address from a DHCP  
(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server over a modem connection. If  
the item is enabled (ON), a dynamic IP will be assigned to the DVR-4TH/  
8TH/ 16THseries unit. In this case, the user does not need to configure a  
static IP and the following settings will be “read only.”  
Select <ON> to enable the DHCP function, or <OFF> to set the dial-out IP  
address, Netmask, Gateway and DNS manually. The default setting is <ON>.  
Dial-out IP  
This item is for setting a static IP address that identifies the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/  
16TH series unit over a modem connection. Set the <Dial-out DHCP> to  
<OFF> for accessing this item.  
Move the cursor over <Dial-out IP> and press ENTER, then press UP /  
DOWN keys to change the values in the selected field.  
Dial-out Netmask  
This item is for setting the Netmask that identifies the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH  
series unit over a modem connection. To configure the item, DHCP must be  
set to <OFF>.  
Move the cursor over <Dial-out Netmask> and press ENTER, and then press  
UP / DOWN keys to change the values in the selected field.  
Dial-out Gateway  
Users are allowed to specify the IP address of the gateway or router  
associated with this unit. To configure this item, DHCP must be set to <OFF>.  
Move the cursor over <Dial-out Gateway> and press ENTER, and then press  
UP / DOWN keys to change the values in the selected field.  
Dial-out DNS  
This item allows the user to specify the IP address of the Domain Name  
System (DNS) associated with the unit. To configure this item, DHCP must be  
set to <OFF>.  
Move the cursor over <Dial-out DNS> and press ENTER, and then press UP /  
DOWN keys to change the values in the selected field.  
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Phone Number  
This item is used to set the dial-out phone number. Follow these steps to  
setup the phone number.  
• Select <Phone Number> from Dial-out Setup menu and press ENTER. A  
virtual keyboard displays.  
• Use Direction keys to move the cursor for selecting a number.  
• Press ENTER to add the selected number to the entry field.  
• When done, press ENTER to save the settings and exit.  
Dial-out Account  
This item enables the user to set the Dial-out user name, which is needed for  
dialing out to Internet Service Provider server. Contact your network service  
provider for more specific information.  
To setup the Dial-out Account, follow these steps.  
• Select <Dial-out Account> from the Dial-out Setup menu and press  
ENTER. A virtual keyboard displays.  
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• Press ENTER to add the selected character to the entry field.  
• When done, move the cursor to <OK> and press ENTER to save the  
settings and exit..  
Dial-out Password  
This item allows user to setup the Dial-out password. Follow these steps to  
setup the login password.  
• Select <Dial-out password> from Dial-out Setup menu and press ENTER.  
A virtual keyboard displays.  
• Use Direction keys to move the cursor for selecting a character.  
• Press ENTER to add the selected character to the entry field.  
• When done, move the cursor to <OK> and press ENTER to save the  
settings and exit.  
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Dial-out Idle Time  
This item indicates the longest amount of time that the modem connection  
remains active if there is no acknowledgement from the remote pc. The value  
can be set from 1 min to 600 min. If selecting <0>, the modem connection  
keeps active continuously.  
Dial-out Max Time  
This item indicates the longest amount of time that the connection via modem  
remains active. The value can be set from 1 min to 600 min, or <0> to keep  
the connection indefinitely.  
Connect  
When the Dial-out related settings are configured, set this item to <YES> to  
starting dial-out or select <NO> to disconnect.  
Dial Port Selection  
The Dial Port Selection enables users to assign the Dial-In/Out or Text to the  
designated port of the DVR. For instance, when the cable of a modem is  
inserted to the Serial Port of the DVR, enter the Dial Port Selection menu and  
assign Dial-In/Out to the Serial Port, the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit will  
now be able to use the modem to connect to the internet.  
Dial Port Selection  
Serial Port  
USB Port-Front  
Dial-In/Out  
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USB Port-Rear Top  
USB Port-Rear Bottom  
NONE  
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5.1.7.4  
Trigger Port  
To avoid the possibility of the default service port (port 100)being blocked, this  
item enables the user to change port 100 into another port. To change the  
trigger port, move the cursor over <Trigger Port> and press ENTER, then  
adjust the setting by UP / DOWN keys. After you have entered a different port  
and pressed ENTER, a message “Network restarting Please stand by” will be  
shown on the screen. A message box will be displayed in approximately 30  
seconds.  
Port allocated………………….……√  
UPnP NAT setting…………….……X  
DDNS submitted……………………√  
WAN connection……………………X  
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When the trigger port that you have just modified can be allocated, the 1st  
item “Port allocated” will be followed by a “√” symbol indicating that the  
designated port is allocated. “X” indicates that the port cannot be allocated.  
Note that the DDNS port will be automatically changed to the same port as  
the trigger port. For instance, when you have set the trigger to 123, the DDNS  
port will be automatically changed to port 123. Therefore, when the ports are  
allocated, “Port allocated” and “DDNS submitted” will both be followed by the  
“√” symbol. The 2nd to 4th item will be discussed in section Network Restart.  
5.1.7.5  
Email Address  
This item is used to edit the e-mail address where alarm event information will  
be sent. Follow these steps to setup the e-mail address.  
• Select <Email Address> from Network Setup menu and press ENTER. A  
virtual keyboard displays.  
• Use Direction keys to move the cursor for selecting character.  
• Press ENTER to add the selected character to the entry field.  
• When done, move the cursor to <OK> and press ENTER to save the  
settings and exit.  
5.1.7.6  
SMTP Setup  
Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) is a protocol for sending e-mail  
messages between servers. SMTP is a relatively simple, text-based protocol,  
where one or more recipients of a message are specified and the message  
text is transferred.  
Select < SMTP Setup> from Network Setup menu and press ENTER; the  
menu displays as follows.  
SMTP Setup  
Email via SMTP  
SMTP Server  
SMTP Port  
On  
SMTP Account  
SMTP Password  
Email via SMTP  
This item enables the user to determine if the unit sends e-mail via SMTP.  
Select <On> to send e-mail via SMTP using direction keys; if not, select  
<Off>.  
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SMTP Server  
This item enables the user to set the SMTP server. Contact your network  
service provider for more specific information.  
Follow these steps to setup the SMTP Server.  
• Select <SMTP Server> from SMTP Setup menu and press ENTER. A  
virtual keyboard displays.  
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• Press ENTER to add the selected character to the entry field.  
• When done, move the cursor to <OK> and press ENTER to save the  
settings and exit.  
SMTP Port  
This item is used to change the SMTP port to another port, if necessary.  
SMTP is usually assigned to operate over Internet port 25.  
To change the SMTP port, move the cursor to <SMTP Port> in SMTP Setup  
menu and press ENTER. Use UP / DOWN keys to change the values in the  
selected field.  
SMTP Account  
This item allows user to setup the SMTP username. Follow these steps to  
setup the login password.  
• Select <SMTP Account> from SMTP Setup menu and press ENTER. A  
virtual keyboard displays.  
• Use Direction keys to move the cursor for selecting character.  
• Press ENTER to add the selected character to the entry field.  
• When done, move the cursor to <OK> and press ENTER to save the  
settings and exit.  
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SMTP Password  
This item allows the user to setup the SMTP password. Follow these steps to  
setup the password.  
• Select <SMTP password> from SMTP Setup menu and press ENTER. A  
virtual keyboard displays.  
• Use Direction keys to move the cursor for selecting a character.  
• Press ENTER to add the selected character to the entry field.  
• When done, move the cursor to <OK> and press ENTER to save the  
settings and exit.  
5.1.7.7  
DDNS Setup  
Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) allows a DNS name to be constantly  
synchronized with a dynamic IP address. In other words, it allows those using  
a dynamic IP address to be associated with a static domain name so others  
can connect to it by the static name.  
Once the setting is completed, the DDNS address will be:  
http://yourhostname.ddns.specoddns.net  
Fore example, if the chosen Host name is “SPECO”, then the address will be:  
http://speco.ddns.specoddns.net  
Select <DDNS Setup> from Network Setup and press ENTER. The menu  
displays as below figure.  
DDNS Setup  
Enable DDNS  
Host Name  
DDNS Port  
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ezDDNS  
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Enable DDNS  
This item is used to enable or disable the Dynamic Domain Name Service.  
Select <On> to enable the service, or <Off> to disable.  
Host Name  
This item allows the user to setup a domain name, which is used when  
entering the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit through the Internet on your  
remote PC.  
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To setup the Host Name of the unit, follow the steps.  
• Select <Host Name> from DDNS Setup menu and press ENTER. A virtual  
keyboard displays as shown.  
Host Name  
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• Use Direction keys to select a character.  
• Press ENTER to add the selected character to the entry field.  
• When done, move the cursor to <OK> and press ENTER to save the  
settings and exit.  
NOTE: No any two DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series units should be set to  
the same Host Name.  
DDNS Port  
This item allows the user to setup the port for DDNS. Press UP / DOWN  
Direction keys to change the port.  
Submit/ Update  
When done, move the cursor to this item and press ENTER to submit the  
settings.  
NOTE: If there are two DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series units set with the  
same domain name, the later setting will not be submit successfully.  
ezDDNS  
ezDDNS enables the users to register for the host name automatically. Press  
ENTER and select YES. The following screen will be displayed:  
ezDDNS Submit/update ok!  
Host name is XXXX_XXXXXX  
Press any key to return  
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NOTE: The DVR must be connected to the *Real IP address, or be  
assigned a specific port using **Port Forwarding technique.  
*A "Real IP" is the IP address that is assigned to you by your ISP.  
**A "Virtual IP" is the IP address assigned either manually or through  
DHCP. When the user is assigned a Virtual IP, the user must use Port  
Forwarding technique to assign a specific port to the DVR.  
5.1.7.8  
UPnP Setup  
Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) integrates a universal protocol for  
widespread plug-and-play devices to ease the network implementation. When  
a PC and the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit both installed the UPnP  
function, the PC can automatically recognize the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series  
unit in the same local area network.  
UPnP Setup  
UPnP  
UPnP NAT Traversal  
ON  
No  
UPnP  
Select <ON> to enable the UPnP function, or select <OFF> to disable UPnP.  
UPnP NAT Traversal  
The UPnP NAT traversal function will help to automatically setup a router if  
the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit connects to the internet via a router.  
Select <Yes> to enable, or else select <No> to disable.  
5.1.8  
RS485 Setup  
This menu allows the user to setup the parameters of the unit’s RS-485  
communications port. From the Main menu, select <RS485 Setup> and press  
ENTER. The following menu is displayed.  
RS485 Setup  
Unit ID  
Baud Rate  
Bits  
224  
9600  
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Stop  
1
Parity  
None  
5.1.8.1  
Unit ID  
This item is used to change the RS-485 ID address of the unit. The ID is with  
the range of <1> to <255>. The default is <224>.  
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5.1.8.2  
5.1.8.3  
5.1.8.4  
5.1.8.5  
Baud Rate  
The Baud rate options for association with the protocol are <2400>, <4800>,  
<9600>, <19200>, <38400> and <57600>. The default is <9600> baud.  
Bits  
The user can specify the bits in a word that are associated with this protocol.  
The available options are <6>, <7> and <8> bits. The default is <8> bits.  
Stop  
The user can specify the stop bit associated with this protocol. Options are  
<1> and <2> stop bits. The default is <1> stop bit.  
Parity  
This item is used to specify the parity associated with this protocol. Options  
are <ODD>, <EVEN>, and <NONE>. The default is <NONE>.  
5.1.9  
Audio Output/ Key Beep  
Enter this menu to setup the audio output or key beep.  
Audio Output/ Key Beep  
Audio Output  
Key Beep  
Live/PB  
ON  
5.1.9.1  
Audio Output  
The item is used to set the audio output mode. The available options are as  
listed as follows.  
<Live/PB>  
Select this item to play the recording sounds of live image in live mode, and  
sounds of recorded video in playback mode respectively.  
<Always Live>  
Select this item to play live sounds in both live mode and playback mode.  
<OFF>  
Select this item to disable the audio output function.  
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5.1.9.2  
Key Beep  
This item is used to enable or disable the key tone. Select <ON> to enable the  
key tone, or <OFF> to disable.  
5.1.10  
5.1.11  
User Graphic Interface  
The OSD system can be displayed in graphic mode or text mode according to  
users’ preference. Set this menu to <Graphic> and the OSD system will be  
displayed in GUI mode. Alternatively, set this menu to <Text> and the OSD  
system will be displayed in text mode.  
IP Camera Support  
Enter this item to add IP cameras to the DVR. The DVR supports up to 4 IP  
cameras. Select <0> will make the DVR act as a traditional analog DVR.  
Select <1> to <4> allows users to add 1 to 4 IP cameras to the DVR.  
After the <IP Camera Support> is set to <1> to <4>, the following message  
will be displayed. Press ENTER to apply the changes, or ESC to exit.  
Notice!!  
DVR must reboot to apply the change  
ENTER: Yes  
ESC: No  
NOTE:  
1. The existing database will NOT be re-formatted after switching to  
this function.  
2. Alarm I/O, Motion detection function, and audio of the IP camera  
are NOT currently supported  
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5.2  
Monitor Setup  
The Monitor Setup menu allows user to set the quality of the displayed image.  
Select <Monitor Setup> from the Main menu and press ENTER. The following  
menu is displayed.  
Monitor Setup  
Show Camera Title  
Title Position  
Yes  
Fit VGA  
Monitor Brightness  
Monitor Contrast  
Monitor Chrominance  
VGA Resolution  
VGA Frequency  
Show Color Bar  
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60Hz  
The following sections describe the items found in the Monitor Setup menu.  
5.2.1  
5.2.2  
Show Camera Title  
This item allows the user to choose whether to display the camera title on the  
screen or not. The default is <Yes>, which displays the camera titles with the  
video.  
Title Position  
This item sets the DVR to display the proper screen size either on a PC  
Monitor (VGA) or a CRT CCTV Monitor (BNC). For instance, if you are using  
a CRT CCTV monitor, set this item to <Fit BNC>; or set this item to <Fit VGA>  
for PC monitor.  
CH1  
CH5  
CH9  
CH13  
CH2  
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CH4  
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CH4  
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CH8  
CH10  
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CH11  
CH15  
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PC Monitor was used in the example above. In the <Wrong Setting>, the Title  
Position was set to <Fit BNC>, which was supposed to be set to <Fit VGA>.  
Since it was not the right setting, the titles of CH1, CH5, CH9, and CH13 were  
shifted slightly toward the middle of each channel. After switching to <Fit  
VGA>, the titles have been shifted back to the proper position as shown in the  
<Correct Setting>.  
5.2.3  
Monitor Brightness  
This function allows the user to adjust the brightness of the image displayed  
on the monitor. Move the cursor to the item then press ENTER, and use UP /  
DOWN keys to adjust the numeric value. The range of brightness values is  
<-32> to <31>. The default setting is <0>.  
5.2.4  
5.2.5  
Monitor Contrast  
This item is used to adjust the color contrast of image. The range of contrast  
values is <-32> to <31>; the default setting is <0>.  
Monitor Chrominance  
Move the cursor over this item and press ENTER for adjusting the  
chrominance of the image displayed on the monitor. Use UP / DOWN keys to  
adjust the numeric value. The range of chrominance values is <-32> to <31>;  
the default setting is <0>.  
5.2.6  
VGA Resolution  
This item allows the user to select appropriate VGA resolution for the VGA  
monitor connected to the unit. The options are <800x600> (default),  
<1024x768>, <1280x1024>, and <720p>. When the resolution is set to  
<1024x768>, <1280x1024>, and <720p>, the BNC and S-Vide monitors will  
be unavailable.  
NOTE: if the selected VGA resolution is too high for the monitor, the  
message “No Signal” will be shown on the screen. Then please press  
ESC on the front panel to restore the original setting.  
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5.2.7  
5.2.8  
VGA Frequency  
This item allows the user to select appropriate VGA frequency for the VGA  
monitor connected to the unit. The options are <60Hz> and <70Hz>.  
Show Color Bar  
Choose this item to display a color bar pattern on the screen. The color bar  
helps to adjust the monitor hue, saturation, text color, and display options.  
Press ESC to exit the color bar pattern and return to the OSD menu.  
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5.3  
Camera Setup  
The items in the Camera Setup menu enable the user to set camera  
parameters, including camera title, dome protocol and ID for each connected  
camera. Note that there will be separated menus for analog camera and IP  
camera. Please refer to <Analog Camera> section if you are using an analog  
camera, or refer to <IP Camera> when you are using an IP camera.  
5.3.1  
Analog Camera  
If you are using an analog camera, please continue with this section. Items in  
this menu are described in the following subsections.  
Analog Camera  
Analog Camera Select  
Dome Protocol  
Dome ID  
CH01  
None  
0
Camera Title  
Covert/Privacy Mask  
Termination  
Ch1  
On  
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Contrast  
0
Saturation  
0
Hue  
0
Audio Association  
Copy Settings  
Yes  
5.3.1.1  
Camera Select  
This item is used to select a camera for setting its parameters. The settings  
can be set for the selected camera are dome protocol, camera title, and etc.  
Move the cursor to <Camera Select> and press ENTER, then select a  
channel using UP / DOWN keys.  
5.3.1.2  
5.3.1.3  
Dome Protocol  
Select the communications protocol associated with your dome camera using  
the ENTER and Direction keys.  
Dome ID  
This item is used to assign an ID number to the selected dome camera. Note  
that ID number must match the ID address set by the dome.  
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5.3.1.4  
Camera Title  
This item allows the user to change the title of each camera connected to the  
unit. By default, the titles of cameras are numbered from 1 through 16  
respectively. The title is displayed on screen after the title changes are set.  
Follow these steps to enter a new title for a camera.  
• In the Camera setup Menu, move the cursor to Camera Title and press  
ENTER. A virtual keyboard with alphanumeric characters is displayed.  
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keyboard.  
• Use Direction keys to move the cursor through the lists of characters to  
the one you need. Press ENTER to select a character. Continue until the  
name is established. Each title can contain up to 11 characters in it.  
• After the title entry is finished, move the cursor to <OK> and press ENTER;  
otherwise, either press ESC, or move the cursor to <Cancel> and press  
ENTER to abort.  
5.3.1.5  
Covert/Privacy Mask  
Enter this menu to configure settings of covert and privacy mask functions.  
Covert/Privacy Mask  
Covert  
Privacy Mask  
Privacy Mask Select  
No  
Off  
Covert  
This function allows the user to set the selected camera to be covert when the  
unit still continues to record video. Choose <Yes> to covert the selected  
camera. Alternatively, select <No> to allow the selected camera remains  
non-covert.  
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Privacy Mask  
The privacy mask function allows the user to block selected regions that  
might involve privacy issue. Select <On> to enable the function, or select  
<Off> to disable the function.  
Privacy Mask Select  
Enter this menu to setup privacy mask regions. Use Direction keys to select  
any grid and press ENTER to select or deselect the grid. If a mouse is  
connected, follow the special operation described in appendix USB Mouse  
Operation for faster setup steps.  
5.3.1.6  
Termination  
This item is used to enable / disable the 75-termination resistor inside the unit  
that adjusts the image quality of each camera. <Yes> = termination resistor  
enabled (default), <No> = termination resistor disabled.  
NOTE: If the camera loop-out connectors have not been used, the  
termination resistor should be enabled for appropriate signal  
termination.  
5.3.1.7  
5.3.1.8  
Brightness  
Move the cursor to this item and press ENTER to adjust the brightness of the  
camera. Use UP / DOWN keys to adjust the numeric value. The range of  
brightness values is <-128> to <127>. The default setting is <0>.  
Contrast  
Move the cursor to this item and press ENTER to adjust the contrast of the  
camera. Use UP / DOWN keys to adjust the value.  
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5.3.1.9  
Saturation  
Move the cursor to this item and press ENTER to adjust the color saturation  
of the camera using UP / DOWN keys. This value will be ignored on  
monochrome monitors. The range of saturation values is <-128> to <127>.  
The default setting is <0>.  
5.3.1.10  
5.3.1.11  
Hue  
Move the cursor to this item and press ENTER to adjust the hue of the  
camera. Use UP / DOWN keys to adjust the value.  
Audio Association  
This item is used to establish the connection between the selected camera  
and the its audio-in channel. Move the cursor to <Audio Association> and  
press ENTER, then select <Yes> to set up the connection. Alternatively,  
select <No> to disable the connection.  
5.3.1.12  
Copy Settings  
This item allows the user 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 <CONFIRM> to apply the  
settings.  
Copy Settings  
COPY TO:  
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SELECT ALL DESELECT ALL CONFIRM CANCEL  
5.3.2  
IP Camera  
If you are using an IP camera, please continue with this section. Items in this  
menu are described in the following subsections.  
IP Camera  
IP Camera Select  
IP Camera Title  
Search Via UPnP  
Hostname/IP  
Model  
CH16  
CH16  
Connection Setup  
Device Setup  
Activated  
No  
Status  
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5.3.2.1  
IP Camera Select  
Select the corresponding channel. If <IP Camera Support> is set to <1>, then  
the last channel will be the corresponding channel for the IP camera. When  
<IP Camera Support> is set to <2>, the last two channels can be used to  
setup the IP cameras.  
5.3.2.2  
IP Camera Title  
This item allows the users to change the title of each connected camera. By  
default, the titles of cameras are numbered from 1 through 16 respectively.  
The title will be displayed on screen after the changes of the titles are set.  
Follow these steps to enter a new title for a camera.  
• Move the cursor to <Camera Title> and press ENTER. A virtual keyboard  
with alphanumeric characters is displayed as below.  
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• Press ENTER to add the selected character to the entry field.  
• When it’s done, move the cursor to <OK> and press ENTER to save the  
settings and exit.  
5.3.2.3  
5.3.2.4  
Search Via UPnP  
If the IP camera is UPnP compatible and is in the local area network, select  
this item and press ENTER to automatically search for the IP camera  
attached to the DVR.  
Hostname/IP  
This item allows users to enter the hostname or IP address of the IP camera  
(e.g. 192.168.1.123).  
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5.3.2.5  
5.3.2.6  
Model  
Enter this item to select matching model of the IP camera. The DVR supports  
the following IP camera models: <Speco SIP Cameras>, <NH Series>, <ACTi  
Series>, <SONY SNC>, <AXIS 200>, <ViVoTek 7000>, <D7521>, <HUNT>,  
<SANYO>, and <LUXON>.  
Connection Setup  
This item allows users to setup the connection of the IP camera. Enter this  
item and the following menu will be displayed.  
Connection Setup  
Account  
Password  
****  
****  
Management Port  
Streaming Format  
Advance Streaming Option  
Streaming Port  
80  
MPEG4  
OFF  
554  
Streaming Protocol  
IP Dome Protocol  
RTP+RTSP  
NONE  
Account  
Enter the login account name of the IP camera.  
Password  
Enter the login password of the IP camera.  
Management Port  
The management port is the default port of the IP camera. Different IP  
cameras may have different management ports.  
Streaming Format  
Enter this item to select the streaming format of the IP camera. The DVR  
supports three types of streaming format: <MPEG4>, <MJPEG> and <H264>.  
Advance Streaming Option  
Select <OFF> and the Streaming Port and Streaming Protocol will be set  
automatically according to the camera model selected. Alternatively, select  
<ON> to manually set the Streaming Port and Streaming Protocol.  
Streaming Port  
Streaming port is used for transmitting video and related commands.  
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Streaming Protocol  
Enter this item to select the streaming protocol of the IP camera. The DVR  
supports the following streaming protocols: <RTP+RTSP>, <RTP/RTSP>,  
<RTP/RTSP/HTTP>, and <HTTP>.  
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  
If the connected device is an IP Dome Camera, then select an appropriate IP  
Dome Protocol from the provided options.  
5.3.2.7  
Device Setup  
Enter this item to setup the basic settings of the IP camera. Upon entering this  
item, the following message will be displayed.  
Collecting data  
Please wait!  
If the connection cannot be detected, the following message will be displayed.  
Please check the <Hostname/IP>, <Model>, and <Connection Setup> again  
to make sure the settings are correct.  
Cannot get config from the IP device  
When the connection is detected, the following menu will be displayed.  
Device Setup  
Product ID  
Image Resolution  
FPS  
****  
CIF  
15  
Compression  
Quality  
Quality  
40  
Best  
0
Sharpness  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Hue  
20  
50  
30  
40  
Apply  
No  
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NOTE: The contents of the Device Setup menu differ from camera  
model to camera model. For instance, when IP Camera Brand A is  
connected, all items may be available. However, when IP Camera  
Brand B is connected, the menu may contain only 8 items. Refer to the  
following comparing table for example.  
<IP Camera Brand A>  
<IP Camera Brand B>  
Product ID  
This item will display the product name of the IP camera.  
Image Resolution/ FPS/ Compression/ Quality  
These can be used to setup the Image Resolution/ FPS (Frames Per  
Second)/ Compression/ Quality of the IP camera.  
Sharpness/ Brightness/ Contrast/ Saturation/Hue  
Move the cursor to the items and press ENTER to adjust the Sharpness/  
Brightness/ Contrast/ Saturation/ Hue of the camera. Use UP / DOWN keys to  
adjust the numeric value.  
Apply  
Select <Yes> to apply the above settings, and the following message will be  
displayed.  
Re-collecting data  
Please wait!  
When the settings cannot be applied, the following message will be displayed.  
Try to reduce the resolution or FPS of the IP camera. Note that the login  
account of the IP camera should have appropriate privilege.  
Cannot set the IP device  
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Otherwise, the <Device Setup> setting is completed.  
NOTE: After changing any item under Device Setup menu, users  
MUST set <Apply> to <Yes> to apply the changes, or the settings will  
remain unchanged.  
5.3.2.8  
Activated  
Access this item and select <Yes> to activate the connection to the IP camera.  
To deactivate the connection, select <No>  
NOTE: Once the connection to the IP camera is activated, menu items  
<Hostname/IP>, <Model>, <Connection Setup> will be grayed out and  
cannot be accessed.  
5.3.2.9  
Status  
After the connection to the IP camera is activated, users can check the  
connection status. The menu will be shown as below  
Status  
Model  
Resolution  
PPS  
****  
720*480  
10  
Bandwidth  
Pkg. lost rate  
20 KB/Sec  
0.1%  
The information shown on the monitor is “ready only”.  
5.3.2.10  
Copy Settings  
This item allows the user 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 <CONFIRM> to apply the  
settings.  
Copy Settings  
COPY TO:  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
SELECT ALL DESELECT ALL CONFIRM CANCEL  
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5.4  
Record Setup  
The following three factors will effect the total record time of the DVR-4TH/  
8TH/ 16TH series unit:  
• HDD capacity  
• Recording rate (Picture per Second)  
• Image quality settings  
The greater the recording rate and the higher the quality setting, the shorter  
the recording time. Most of the related factors can be set here in this  
submenu.  
The Record Setup menu allows user to set recording quality, recording  
schedules, and other recording parameters. The account with appropriate  
privilege is required to access Record Setup menu. In the Main menu, move  
the cursor to <Record Setup> and press ENTER. The following menu is  
displayed.  
Record Setup  
Record Mode Setup  
Schedule Setup  
Preset Config  
Best Quality  
Per Camera Config  
ezRecord Setup  
Data Lifetime Setup  
Pre-Alarm Recording  
Circular Recording  
Audio Recording  
Purge Data  
15 Sec  
On  
On  
5.4.1  
Record Mode Setup  
The Record Mode Setup menu is for selecting resolution and recording format.  
The relative record settings, such as preset configuration, will follow the  
record mode setting. The menu displayed as the following.  
Record Mode Setup  
Record Resolution  
Record Format  
Max Rec. PPS  
352*240  
H264  
60  
5.4.1.1  
Record Resolution  
Select resolution of the recorded video. If the recording is set to NTSC system,  
the selections are 720*480, 720*240, and 352*240. If the recording is set to  
PAL system, the selections are 720*576, 720*288, and 352*288.  
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5.4.1.2  
Record Format  
Select the format of the recorded video from <H264>, <MP4>, or <MJPG>.  
5.4.1.3  
Max Rec. PPS  
This item will be automatically changed according to the setting of the  
previous two items.  
5.4.2  
Schedule Setup  
This submenu is used to set the day and night time, or weekend recording  
schedule. The Night and Day schedules are used to define daytime and  
nighttime; the Weekend schedule is tailored for weekends and holidays.  
Select <Schedule Setup> 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 06:00  
PM 06:00  
PM 06:00  
AM 06:00  
On  
Fri 18:00  
Mon 06:00  
• Make appropriate changes for the start time of the Day Time and Night  
Time schedule using the Direction keys.  
• Press ENTER to confirm the settings or ESC to cancel.  
• If you want to record over the weekend, choose <On> to enable the  
Weekend Schedule in advance and then set the Weekend Start/End time.  
• Press ESC to back to previous page.  
5.4.2.1  
5.4.2.2  
Day / Night Time Start / End  
The Day/Night Start/End Time determines the duration of day/ night recording  
time. Time is indicated in 1-minute increments. The time display format in this  
menu is based on the setting of Time Display Mode.  
Weekend Schedule  
The Weekend Schedule determines whether a weekend schedule is in effect.  
Choose <On> to take effect the related weekend settings.  
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5.4.2.3  
Weekend Start / End  
The Weekend Start Time indicates the specific day and time that a weekend  
begins, for example, Fri 18:00. The Weekend End Time indicates the specific  
time and day that a weekend ends, for example, Mon 06:00. Time is indicated  
in 1-minute increments.  
Note that the value you have set indicates when the regular Day and Night  
scheduling ends, and Weekend recording begins.  
5.4.3  
Preset Record Configuration  
The <Preset Config> is used to select the preset recording quality and frame  
rate. Different default recording quality levels are offered for the user to  
choose: <Best Quality>, <Standard>, <Extended Record>, <Event Only>,  
<ezRecord> and <OFF>.  
According to various Record modes, the preset configuration options for  
normal and event status are described in terms of relative recording rate  
(Picture per Second; PPS) and recording size for each channel in the table  
below.  
These preset conditions override any other quality and rate settings. The  
default Preset Configuration setting is <Best Quality>. Refer to appendix  
Preset Record Configuration for detailed information.  
5.4.4  
Per Camera Configuration  
This submenu is used to set the Day / Night / Weekend PPS (Picture per  
Second) and recording quality for each channel. The <Preset Configuration>  
must be set to <OFF> for accessing these schedules.  
The menu is displayed below is in Record mode: 352×240@240PPS in NTSC  
/ 352×288@200PPS in PAL).  
Per Camera Config  
Cameral Select  
CH1  
Weekend  
7.5  
Day  
7.5  
MId  
30  
Best  
Both  
Night  
7.5  
Mid  
30  
Best  
Both  
Normal PPS  
Normal Qlty  
Event Max PPS  
Event Qlty  
Mid  
30  
Best  
Both  
Event Act  
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5.4.4.1  
Camera Select  
This item is used to select a desired channel for setting the associated  
parameters. Move the cursor to <Camera Select> and press ENTER, then  
select a channel using UP / DOWN keys. Press ENTER again to confirm the  
setting.  
5.4.4.2  
Normal PPS  
Normal PPS (Picture per Second) is used to set the recording rate for normal  
status.  
Please note that the total normal pps for all channels is limited under the  
maximum PPS for each Record mode. To increase one channel’s pps, you  
may have to reduce other’s first. Event pps is not restricted to this rule, since  
a smart event scheduler will handle the total pps automatically.  
5.4.4.3  
5.4.4.4  
Normal Qlty  
This item is used to set the picture size for normal status recording. The  
available options are listed as follow: <Low>, <Fair>, <Mid>, <High> and  
<Best>.  
Event Max PPS  
Event Max PPS is used to set the event recording rate for Event status.  
Normally, the Event PPS is set to be equal to or greater than Normal PPS; the  
setting depends on your application. If the Event PPS is set to <0>, the  
DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit stops recording event video during alarms.  
5.4.4.5  
5.4.4.6  
Event Qlty  
This item is used to set the picture size for event status recording. Refer to  
previous section Normal Qlty for the available options.  
Event Active  
Users are allowed to choose which alarm type needs to be recorded. The  
available options are <Alarm> (alarm events), <Motion> (motion detection  
events), <Both> (alarm event + motion detection), and <None> (no events  
active). The default setting is <Both>, which includes Alarm and Motion event  
recording.  
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5.4.5  
ezRecord Setup  
This item aims to avoid the complicated record settings and to make the setup  
much easier. Note that this item can be reached only when you select  
<ezRecord> as the option for <Preset Config>. For more information, please  
refer to the appendix ezRecord Diagram Sample.  
Select <ezRecord Setup> from <Record Setup> and press ENTER, the  
sub-menu appears as shown below:  
ezRecord Setup  
How Many Days To Record  
Daytime Record  
2 Days  
Yes  
Night Record  
Yes  
Weekend Record  
Yes  
Record Info  
Average Normal PPS  
3.75  
Best  
Average Normal Quality  
Follow these steps to Setup ezRecord:  
• Select <How Many Days To Record> 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  
your HDD, in the other words, the larger the HDD installed, the more days  
the unit can record.  
• Move to <Daytime Record> and press ENTER. This item is for you to  
select whether you want the DVR to record during daytime. If so, use  
UP/DOWN to select <Yes> as an option; or, select <No> for not recording  
during daytime.  
• Repeat the same procedures through the 3rd and 4th item, respectively.  
Note that <Weekend Record> will be not accessible if you select <NO> for  
the item <Weekend Schedule> in <Schedule Setup>.  
• Select <Average Normal PPS> and press ENTER, then press UP/DOWN  
to choose an option. The <How Many Days To Record> will be computed  
automatically.  
• Select <Average Normal Quality> and press ENTER, then press  
UP/DOWN to choose an option. The <How Many Days To Record> will be  
computed automatically.  
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NOTE: The current number of connected cameras will affect the  
recording quality which wil be automatically calculated through the  
<ezRecord Setup>. Therefore, once you disconnect cameras or  
connect more cameras to the unit, you should reset the <ezRecord  
Setup>.  
5.4.6  
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  
General  
0 Days  
Data Lifetime By Day  
Data Lifetime By Channel  
NOTE: To playback a video exceeding the data lifetime, please extend  
the duration until the recording data / time of the video is included.  
5.4.6.1  
5.4.6.2  
5.4.6.3  
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, the other two will be grayed out and cannot be  
accessed.  
Data Lifetime  
When data lifetime mode is set as <General>, 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 <1> to <365> days. Alternatively, select <0>  
to disable this function.  
Data Lifetime By Day  
When data lifetime mode is set as <By Day>, this item will be accessible.  
Enter this menu and the user can setup data lifetime of each weekday  
independently. The value ranges from <1> to <365> days. Alternatively, select  
<0> to disable this function.  
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5.4.6.4  
Data Lifetime By Channel  
When data lifetime mode is set as <By Channel>, this item will be accessible.  
Enter this menu and the user can setup data lifetime of each channel  
independently. The value ranges from <1> to <365> days. Alternatively, select  
<0> to disable this function.  
5.4.7  
Pre-Alarm Recording  
This item is used to set the duration time of pre-alarm recording video. The  
pre-alarm recording function aims to give the user the opportunity to view a  
more complete event video. The user can see the video recorded after the  
alarm is triggered, and the video recorded ahead the alarm.  
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 default setting is 15  
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.  
5.4.8  
Circular Recording  
The user can choose to record video in circular mode or in linear mode. If you  
choose to record in circular mode, then the unit begins to overwrite the oldest  
recorded video and stores new video over the HDD spaces. If you choose to  
record in linear mode instead, the unit stops recording when the HDD is full.  
From the Record Setup menu, move the cursor to <Circular Recording> and  
press ENTER, then select <ON> / <OFF> using UP / DOWN keys.  
5.4.9  
Audio Recording  
This item allows the user to enable / disable the Audio recording function of  
the unit. When set to <ON>, audio input is recorded and saved with the video.  
When set to <OFF>, audio is ignored. The default setting is <ON>.  
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5.4.10  
Purge Data  
This item is used to delete the Normal or Event recording video. In Record  
Setup menu, move the cursor to <Purge Data> and press ENTER; the Purge  
Data menu is displayed.  
Purge Data  
Purge All Data  
No  
No  
2009/01/01  
No  
Purge All Event Data  
Purge Event Before  
Start To Purge  
5.4.10.1  
5.4.10.2  
5.4.10.3  
5.4.10.4  
Purge All Data  
This item is used to delete all video from database(s). Using UP / DOWN  
buttons to select <Yes> and start the deleting by setting the <Start to Purge>  
to <Yes>.  
Purge All Event Data  
This item is used to delete all event video from database(s). Using UP /  
DOWN keys to select <Yes> and start the deleting by setting the <Start to  
Purge> to <Yes>.  
Purge Event Before  
This item is used to delete event video before a specific date. Use LEFT /  
RIGHT keys to move the cursor to next or previous field, ENTER to select the  
item and UP / DOWN to adjust the value.  
Start To Purge  
After selecting the video you want to delete, or setting the date for deletion,  
set this item to <Yes> to start the deleting process or choose <No> to cancel.  
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5.5  
Sequence Setup  
The Sequence Setup menu allows the user to set the camera sequence  
schedule and dwell time for main and call monitor. Select <Sequence Setup>  
in Main menu and press ENTER; the menu displays as follows. Items in the  
Sequence Setup menu are described in the following subsections.  
Sequence Setup  
Main Monitor Dwell  
Main Monitor Schedule  
Call Monitor Dwell  
5 Sec  
5 Sec  
Call Monitor Schedule  
5.5.1  
5.5.2  
Main / Call Monitor Dwell  
The Main / Call Monitor can be set to display full screen video for all installed  
cameras in sequence. This item is used to set the Main / Call Monitor dwell  
time, which is the amount of time elapsed between switching images. The  
dwell time has an available range of 1 to 120 seconds.  
Main / Call Monitor Schedule  
This item is used to set the Main / Call Monitor camera sequence in full  
screen format. Move the cursor to <Main Monitor Schedule> and press  
ENTER; the menu is displayed as follows.  
Main Monitor Schedule  
01►02►03►04►05►06►07►08►  
09►10►11►12►13►14►15►16  
01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16  
Back  
OK  
Cancel  
Follow these steps to set a sequence:  
• Press LEFT direction key to delete the original setting.  
• Press the desired Channel keys to assign a camera to that location in the  
sequence.  
• Continue the steps until the sequence is completed.  
A sequence can have up to 16 entries. The user can select fewer than 16  
entries for a camera sequence and leave the remaining entries blank. The  
sequence can include a specific camera or cameras multiple times.  
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5.6  
Event Setup  
This menu allows the user to determine DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series  
behavior in response to an alarm event. In the Main menu, move the cursor to  
<Event Setup> and press ENTER. The following menu is displayed.  
Event Setup  
Internal Buzzer  
Event Icon  
ON  
ON  
Email Notice  
OFF  
OFF  
Email Attachment  
Alert Notification Setup  
Event Full Screen  
Event Duration  
None  
20 Sec  
Per Channel Config  
5.6.1  
5.6.2  
Internal Buzzer  
This item allows user to enable / disable the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series  
internal buzzer. If set to <ON>, the buzzer is activated in response to an alarm.  
If set to <OFF>, the buzzer is not activated. The default setting is <ON>.  
Event Icon  
This item enables (ON) / disables (OFF) the display of an Event Icon on the  
main monitor when an alarm event occurs. The default setting is <ON>  
(enable). The event types are represented by a character respectively; the  
descriptions are listed in the following table.  
Event type  
Description  
Alarm in event  
A
M
L
Motion detection event  
Video loss event  
5.6.3  
Email Notice  
The item enables (ON) / disables (OFF) the Email notification of an event.  
When an alarm event is triggered and <Email Notice> is enabled, an e-mail  
concerning the alarm event will be sent. The default setting is <OFF>.  
NOTE: In order to send an event notification e-mail successfully,  
ensure that the unit connects to the Internet.  
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5.6.4  
Email Attachment  
The function allows the unit to send out brief AVI video regarding the event.  
The number of the attached AVI video will be equal to the number of cameras  
you connect to the unit. For example, if the unit has been connected with 8  
cameras, then 8 video will be attached with the notice email. The total size of  
the video will be about 1 Megabyte. Select <ON> to enable this function; and  
<OFF> to disable it. The default is <OFF>.  
NOTE: The video clips of the Email Attachment will ONLY be in *.avi  
format. Please download the Divx Player from www.divx.com to play  
the *.avi files.  
5.6.5  
Alert Notification Setup  
This function allows the user to send alert notifications to the CMS program  
which had been installed to your computer. For detailed setup instruction,  
please refer to the CMS user’s manual.  
Alert Notification Setup  
Alert Configuration Set  
Alert Notification  
Alert IP  
1
OFF  
0. 0. 0. 0  
9999  
Alert Port  
Alive Interval  
120 Sec  
5.6.5.1  
5.6.5.2  
Alert Configuration Set  
<Alert Configuration Set> provides 3 combinations of Alert Notification, IP,  
and Port.  
Alert Notification  
4 options are included in this item; <OFF>, <Event>, <Alive>, and <Both>.  
<OFF>: The Alert Notification is turned off.  
<Event>: When the alarm is triggered, the DVR will send an alert message to  
the CMS.  
<Alive>: The DVR will send an alive message to the CMS every N second  
just to show that the connections between the DVR and CMS are in  
effect. The time interval N can be adjusted in <Alive Interval>.  
<Both>: This enables the DVR to send both Event and Alive alert package  
to the CMS.  
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5.6.5.3  
Alert IP  
The Alert IP must match the IP address of the computer.  
5.6.5.4  
5.6.5.5  
Alert Port  
The ports for both DVR and the CMS Alert must be the same.  
Alert Interval  
To define the time interval (1 to 255 seconds) between each alive message.  
5.6.6  
Event Full Screen  
This function allows the unit to display the alarm channel in full screen size  
when an alarm is triggered.  
Select <None> to enable this function; select <Main> to display the alarm  
channel on Main Monitor when an alarm is triggered; select <Call> to display  
the alarm channel on Call Monitor; and select <Both> to display the alarm  
channel on both Main Monitor and Call Monitor.  
5.6.7  
5.6.8  
Event Duration  
This item determines the duration of the buzzer and Alarm Out relay function  
after an alarm is triggered. The available event duration range is from 5  
second to 999 seconds.  
Per Channel Config  
This menu is used to set the Video Loss Detect, Motion Detect and Alarm In /  
Out function for each channel. The menu is displayed as below.  
Per Channel Config  
Channel Select  
Video Loss Detect  
Motion Detect  
CH01  
OFF  
OFF  
Detection Config  
Alarm In  
Alarm Out  
Digital Deterrent-Day  
Digital Deterrent-Night  
Digital Deterrent-Weekend  
OFF  
None  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
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5.6.8.1  
5.6.8.2  
5.6.8.3  
Channel Select  
This item is used to select a desired channel for setting the parameters. Move  
the cursor to <Channel Select> and press ENTER, then select a channel  
using UP / DOWN keys. Press ENTER again to confirm the setting.  
Video Loss Detect  
This item allows the user to enable / disable Video Loss as an alarm event.  
Select <ON> to enable Video Loss alarm events, <OFF> to disable. The  
default setting is <OFF>.  
Motion Detect  
To detect motions, the users can choose from these options: <OFF>, <ALL>,  
<Night & Weekend>, <Day & Weekend>, <Weekend>, <Day & Night>,  
<Night>, and <Day>. The Day, Night, and Weekend is defined in section  
Schedule Setup.  
If motion detection function is enabled, it is required to define the motion  
detection parameters such as detection area and sensitivity settings.  
5.6.8.4  
Detection Config  
If motion detection function is enabled, it is required to define the motion  
detection parameters such as detection area and sensitivity settings. Select a  
channel for setting the parameters, move the cursor to <Detection Config>,  
and press ENTER. The Detection Configuration menu displays as follows.  
Detection Config  
Detected Area Setup  
Sensitivity  
Area Threshold  
92%  
4%  
Detected Area Setup  
The Detect Area is displayed as follows after selecting this item. The  
detection area consists of 165 (15×11) detection grids.  
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Use the Direction keys to move the cursor and press ENTER to enable or  
disable a grid. Press MODE to select all of the grids for detection; press  
MODE again to de-select all of the grids.  
Sensitivity  
This item is used to set the sensitivity of detection grids for the camera. A  
greater value indicates more sensitive motion detection. A motion alarm will  
be triggered, once the amount of motion detected exceeds the Threshold  
value  
Move the cursor to <Sensitivity> and press ENTER, and then use UP /  
DOWN keys to adjust the value. The value is indicated in 4% increment.  
Area Threshold  
<Area Threshold> means the motion alarm triggered level; if the percentage  
of triggered grids to total detection area is greater than the set value, the  
motion alarm will be triggered.  
For example, if 10 grids are selected and the < Area Threshold > value is 70%,  
the motion alarm will be triggered when 7 grids are motion detected.  
Move the cursor to < Area Threshold > and press ENTER, then use UP /  
DOWN keys to adjust the value. The value is indicated in 1% increments.  
5.6.8.5  
Alarm In  
This item allows the user to enable / disable alarm input detection. According  
to your application, select <N/O> (Normal Open) or <N/C> (Normal Close) to  
enable the alarm input detection or select <OFF> to disable detection. The  
default setting is <OFF>.  
NOTE: If you set this item to <N/C> but did not install any device to the unit,  
the alarm will be triggered and the Event Icon will be displayed continually  
until this item is changed to <N/O>, <OFF> or, install a device to the unit.  
5.6.8.6  
Alarm Out  
This item allows the user to assign an alarm on a certain channel to activate  
the relays. These signals can be used to drive a light or siren to caution an  
alarm event.  
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Select from the options: <A Only> indicates “Alarm Out A”, <B Only> indicates  
“Alarm Out B”, <A+B> indicates “A and B Alarm Out” and <None> indicates  
“No Alarm Out”. The default setting is <None>.  
5.6.8.7  
Digital Deterrent – Day/ Night/ Weekend  
If an alarm is triggered while Digital Deterrent is enabled, a pre-recorded  
audio warning will be sent to the speaker installed nearby the location where  
the alarm was triggered. For instance, if the alarm of Channel 2 is triggered  
and there is a speaker installed to the DVR nearby, the speaker will play the  
audio warning.  
The available options are <OFF>, <Default>, and <Sound_1> ~ <Sound_50>.  
Select <OFF> to disable this function. Selecting <Default> will apply audio  
warning pre-stored in the DVR. <Sound_1> ~ <Sound_50> allows the user to  
apply user-defined audio warning from 1 to 50. Note that the user-defined  
audio has to be set before choosing <Sound_1> ~ <Sound_50> option, or the  
following message will be shown.  
Warning!!  
No user-defined file is in the DVR!  
Please create customized file first!  
The steps are similar to ezBurn  
Note: Cannot exceed 10 seconds  
Press any key to return  
Only sound files 1 to 16 can be recorded via the following steps. The other  
way to define sound files 1 to 50 is to import manually. Refer to the section  
Import Deterrent for more details about importing sound files.  
• Use any camera to record the preferred audio. Please note that <Audio  
Recording> under <Record Setting> menu should be set to <ON>.  
• Press SEARCH and play the normal video of the recorded date and time.  
• View full screen of the channel that the preferred audio was recorded.  
• Press COPY at the point you want to set as the start point of the audio.  
The playback continues.  
• Press COPY again at the point you want to set the end point of the audio.  
Now, the “ezBurn Confirmation” window displays as follows. The  
information shown on the window is “read only”.  
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ezBurn Confirmation  
Selected Device: Built-in-DVD+RW  
All data on the disc will be erased.  
Exported Required Size = 11 MB  
Real Export Range:  
From: 2008/11/07 AM10:41:13  
To: 2008/11/07 AM10:41:21  
Enter: YES  
or  
ESC: NO  
Press CHN to assign  
Digital Deterrent File Sound_N  
• If there is no exportable external device connected to the DVR unit, then a  
warning message will be shown on the screen, as the following.  
No exportable device detected.  
Please install the target device/media  
to the DVR.  
Enter: Retry  
or  
ESC: Exit  
Press CHN to assign  
Digital Deterrent File Sound_N  
• Press channel keys 1 to 16 to set the audio of the selected time as the  
Digital Deterrent files 1 to 16.  
• If the duration exceeds 10 seconds, the following warning message will be  
shown:  
Warning!!  
Exceed the limitation (10 seconds)!  
Only the first 10 seconds data is  
used to create sound file  
ENTER: Yes  
ESC: No  
• Press ENTER to set the first 10 seconds audio as the Digital Deterrent file;  
or press ESC to abort.  
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5.7  
Database Setup  
The menu displays information regarding internal and external disks. In the  
Main menu, move the cursor to <Database Setup> and press ENTER. The  
following menu is displayed.  
Database Setup  
Total Size  
Free Size  
xxx GB  
xxx GB  
Avail. Rec Time  
Est. Rec Period  
Internal Disks  
External Disks  
NAS Device  
3Days 7Hrs  
5Days 7Hrs  
NOTE: If the hard disk detected has failed, the message “HDD fail” will  
be displayed.  
NOTE: The information of the internal / external HDD can be retrieved  
with the <Health> function when the DVR is monitored via the Central  
Management System (CMS) software. Please refer to the CMS user’s  
manual for more details.  
5.7.1  
5.7.2  
5.7.3  
Total / Free Size of HDD  
The Total Size of HDD shows the total capacity of the HDD that has been  
added into database. The Free Size of HDD indicates the free space left for  
recording onto the HDD in database. The information is “read-only”.  
Avail. Rec Time  
The Avail Rec Time indicates the available duration for recording. If the unit is  
set to record in circular mode, the item will show “Circular”. The information is  
“read-only”.  
Est. Rec Period  
This item displays the estimated total recording duration, according to the  
current recording settings. The information is “read-only”.  
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5.7.4  
Internal / External Disks  
Select <Internal Disks> or <External Disks> to see information about the  
storage devices connected to the unit. The submenu is displayed as below.  
Internal Disks  
Name  
xxx xxxxxxx-xxxxxx  
Active  
Yes  
Action  
None  
The information about any built-in HDD and external storage devices will be  
listed by model name and status. If no storage device connects to the unit, the  
message “No Available Items!” will show on screen.  
NOTE: If the file system of the internal HDD is not compatible for the  
DVR, the system will format the internal HDD automatically without  
notice.  
<Active>  
This item indicates if a storage device is added into the database or not.  
<Yes> means the device has been added into database.  
<Action>  
This item allows the user to add a storage device to the database or to  
remove a device from the database.  
The options are <None> (no action), <Add> (add the selected device into  
database), <Remove> (remove the selected device from database),  
<Format> (format the selected device), and <Repair> (renovate the selected  
device).  
NOTE: Before removing external devices from the unit, remember to  
remove the device from database.  
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5.7.5  
NAS Device  
The DVR can connect Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices to expand  
the size of the database. Before connecting the NAS device, the DVR has to  
be shut down. After the NAS device is connected and the DVR is rebooted,  
access <Database Setup> Æ <NAS Devices> and the menu will be displayed  
as below. The items <Active> and <Action> is the same as in Internal /  
External Disks menu.  
NAS Devices  
Device Name  
xxxxxxxxxxx  
Active  
Yes  
Detail  
Yes  
Action  
None  
Detail  
Set this item to <Yes> and the detailed information of the NAS device will be  
shown on the monitor. Refer to the following for an example. The information  
is “read only”.  
NAS Detailed Info  
Device Name: xxxxxxxxxxx  
IP: 192.168.50.2  
Port: 8080  
Netmask: 255.255.255.0  
Storage Status  
Index  
Status  
Free Size  
Total Size  
5.8  
Configuration  
The Configuration menu can be used to restore the default factory settings,  
import and export configurations. Select <Configuration> from the Main menu  
and press ENTER. The following menu is displayed. Items in this menu are  
described in the following subsections.  
Configuration  
Load Factory Default  
Import Config  
No  
Export Config  
Import Deterrent  
Export Deterrent  
Boot Log  
Operation Log  
On  
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5.8.1  
Load Factory Default  
This item is used to load the factory default setting. Select <Yes> to recall the  
factory default setup configuration from the “read-only” memory, or select  
<No> to cancel.  
5.8.2  
Import Configuration  
This item allows the user to load a unit configuration that was saved on an  
external drive. To import a configuration that was previously exported, make  
sure the device that saved the configuration is connected to the unit. Select  
<Import Config> from the Configuration menu and press ENTER. The  
following menu is displayed.  
Import Config  
Config Name  
xxxx-xxxx  
xxx-xx  
Select  
No  
No  
Press UP / DOWN to select one of the available listed configuration files, and  
choose <Yes> to start importing.  
NOTE: If the imported configuration has a different record mode from  
the unit’s, the warning message “This config has different record mode.  
This will FORMAT ALL HARDDISKS.” will show.  
NOTE: Remove the ThumbDrive® used for importing  
configuration after the unit restarts, or it will be formatted as well.  
5.8.3  
Export Configuration  
The account with appropriate privilege can save a unit configuration by  
exporting it to an external drive, such as a USB Flash Drive. Before exporting  
the configuration, make sure the device in which the configuration will be  
saved is attached to the unit properly. Select <Export Config> from the  
Configuration menu and press ENTER. The following menu is displayed.  
Items in this menu are described in the following sections.  
Export Config  
Copy Destination  
Config Name  
Begin Export  
No  
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5.8.3.1  
Copy Destination  
Select this item to list available destinations (external memory devices) to  
which the configuration can be exported. Press UP / DOWN to set a  
destination. Please note that saving a different configuration to the same copy  
destination with the same file name will overwrite the previous configuration  
file without warning.  
NOTE: Users are not allowed to select DVD+RW as a copy  
destination.  
5.8.3.2  
5.8.3.3  
Configuration Name  
This item allows the user to assign the exported configuration file a name.  
Use the virtual keyboard to enter the configuration file name.  
Note that the file name can contain up to 15 characters, with no spaces.  
Begin Export  
Select <Yes> to begin exporting the configuration file, or <No> to abort the  
export.  
NOTE: We strongly recommend users to export configurations before  
upgrading your system, and back it up routinely, just in case an  
unexpected situation occurs.  
5.8.4  
Import Deterrent  
This item allows the user to import predetermined sound files saved in an  
external drive. The files should be ADPCM format and has to be named in the  
format as “Sound_N”, where N represents numbers 1 to 50. To import sound  
files, make sure the device that saved the sound files is connected to the unit.  
Select <Import Deterrent> from the Configuration menu and press ENTER.  
The following menu is displayed.  
Import Deterrent  
Device Name  
xxxx-xxxx  
xxx-xx  
Select  
No  
No  
Press UP / DOWN to select the device containing the sound files, and choose  
<Yes> to start importing sound files.  
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5.8.5  
Export Deterrent  
The sound files stored in the DVR can also be exported. Select Export  
Deterrent menu and the following will be displayed.  
Export Deterrent  
Config Name  
xxxx-xxxx  
xxx-xx  
Select  
No  
No  
Press UP / DOWN to select one of the available devices, and choose <Yes>  
to start importing sound files to the designated device.  
5.8.6  
Boot Log  
Select <Boot Log> and a list of system logs will be displayed on the screen.  
Users can export the system log as a data file to an external storage device.  
Connect a USB storage device and press COPY to export the system log file  
to the USB storage device. In the mean time, a digital signature file will also  
be exported.  
5.8.7  
Operation Log  
Set <Operation Log> to <On> and operation logs will start to be recorded in  
the system log. Alternatively, set to <Off> and operation logs will not be part of  
the system log.  
5.9  
Video Export  
The Video Export menu enables only the accounts with proper authority to  
export recorded video with digital signature to a USB ThumbDrive® or a  
DVD+RW drive. Login with a proper account to export video.  
If the <Pre-Alarm Recording> function is enabled, the event video will be  
exported into two files, including pre-alarm video and video recorded after the  
alarm is triggered.  
Each recorded video will be exported automatically into four files when  
exporting with a digital signature, including *.gpg, *.drv, *.sig and readme txt.  
To export a 1GB file with a digital signature, it may take you about 30 minutes.  
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From the Main menu, select <Video Export> and press ENTER. The following  
menu is displayed.  
NOTE: The inserted DVD will be ejected when its capacity is 99% full.  
Video Export  
Select Device  
Select Ch:  
From  
To  
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4  
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Select Events  
Data Type  
Export Format  
Digital Signature  
Erase Disc  
Begin Export  
Normal  
DRV  
No  
No  
No  
Items in the menu will be described in the following section.  
5.9.1  
Select Device  
The external devices that are available for exporting video will be listed by  
name and free space size in Select Device menu. The Select Device menu  
displays as follows.  
Select Device  
Device Name  
xxx-xxx-x-x-xx  
xx-xxx-xx-xxxx  
Available  
256 MB  
1.5 GB  
Sel  
No  
No  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit only supports EXT3 file system. If you  
connect an external HDD to the unit, ensure that the format of HDD is EXT3.  
<Device Name>  
This item shows the name of the available device.  
<Available>  
This item shows how much free space is available on the device.  
<Sel>  
Set this item to <Yes> to set it as an exporting destination; or <No> to cancel.  
NOTE: This last menu item <Erase Disk> will be grayed out when  
selected device is not a DVD recorder or not select yet.  
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5.9.2  
Select Channel  
The item is used to select channels for export. Move the cursor to the desired  
channel using LEFT / RIGHT keys, then select or de-select a channel by  
pressing ENTER.  
5.9.3  
From / To Time  
The items are used to set the time which data export begins and ends. Move  
the cursor using Direction keys, and press ENTER to select the date / time  
items; adjust the selected date and time value by UP / DOWN keys.  
NOTE: When the Start / End Time are set, remember to select the  
exporting Data Type.  
5.9.4  
5.9.5  
Select Events  
Select this item to display the available event video list for exporting. Move  
the cursor to scroll down the event list and press ENTER to select the event  
you want to export.  
Data Type  
The item is used to select export video type. The options are <Normal>  
(export normal video only), <Event> (export event video only) and <Both>  
(export both normal and event video).  
NOTE: If you want to export selected event video using the item  
<Select Event>, you have to set <From> and <To> for the same day  
and time; otherwise, not only the selected event video will be exported  
to the selected destination, but also any other event video recorded  
during the period between <From> and <To>.  
NOTE: You will not be allowed to access the <Select Events> if the  
Data Type is set to <Normal>.  
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5.9.6  
Export Format  
This item is for selecting exporting video format. The options are <DRV> and  
<AVI>.  
The *.drv file can only be played back with SpecoRemote and SpecoPlayer,  
and multiple camera video can be played from one file. The *.avi file can be  
played back with Windows Media Player. Note that if multiple channels are  
exported, each channel is exported to a separate file.  
5.9.7  
Digital Signature  
The Digital Signature function enables the user to export a video clip with the  
unit’s unique signature key. It aims to authenticate a video clip exported from  
the unit and prove it has not been modified. The user can export a video clip  
with or without a digital signature file (*.sig). Set the item to <Yes> to export  
with the signature file, or <NO> to export without the signature file.  
Make sure that you have an external storage device, such as a USB Hard  
Drive or USB ThumbDrive®, available and connected to the appropriate port  
for export.  
For more information on verifying digital signature, see appendix Verifying  
Digital Signature.  
5.9.8  
Erase Disc  
This function is used to remove information found on a DVD+RW disk prior to  
exporting new information to the drive. Select <Yes> and press ENTER to  
start deleting data.  
NOTE: This menu item will be grayed out when selected device is not  
a DVD recorder or not select yet.  
5.9.9  
Begin Export  
Select <Yes> and press ENTER to start exporting.  
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5.10  
POS Setup  
The <POS Setup> function provides a connection between the DVR and one  
Point-of-Sale device such as cash registers. With this function, the financial  
transaction data can be linked to specific camera images and recorded to  
your DVR.  
If there is need to connect two or more Point-of-Sale devices, Data Converter  
is required. For detailed information about how Data Converter works, please  
refer to “POS Solution Guide” provided within the Data Converter package.  
To enable this function, enter OSD Setup menu using account name and  
password with appropriate privilege, and then select <POS Setup>. Press  
Enter and the following OSD setup menu will show up.  
POS Setup  
POS Function  
POS Overlay  
ON  
Live & PB  
Exception POS Setup  
Input Setup  
Items in this menu are described in the following subsections.  
5.10.1  
5.10.2  
POS Function  
This item is used to enable/ disable this function. Select <ON>, the text  
database will be created on the hard disk.  
POS Overlay  
This item is for you to choose which mode you want to display the POS  
overlay on the monitor. Select <Live> to display the POS overlay in Live mode;  
select <PB> to display the POS overlay in Playback mode; and select <Live &  
PB> to display in both Live and Playback modes.  
NOTE: POS overlay only shown in full screen mode.  
NOTE: PB overlay is available only under x1 PB speed.  
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5.10.3  
Exception POS Setup  
This sub-menu is used to define the conditions that are to be treated as an  
“Exception” and thus trigger an action (the function will be implemented later).  
Exception POS Setup  
Exception No.  
Trigger  
1
ON  
Exception String  
By Numerals  
Value  
NO SALE  
OFF  
Value (Upper Limit)  
5.10.3.1  
5.10.3.2  
Exception No.  
Select an exception for further settings; you can select from <1> to <16>.  
Trigger  
Select <ON>, those transactions which contain “Exception Strings” and which  
meet the “Numerals” conditions will be marked as exceptions in the text  
database and will trigger preset actions such as alarm output.  
5.10.3.3  
5.10.3.4  
Exception String  
The user can enter this item to define Exception String. The “Exception String”  
is case-sensitive. Only exactly matched ones will be marked as exceptions.  
By Numerals  
“Exception String” must be defined before By Numerals” takes effect. If “By  
Numerals” is enabled, only transactions that meet both “Exception String” and  
“By Numerals” condition will be marked as exceptions and trigger and action.  
You can select from below options:  
<OFF>: The function is disabled.  
<Specific>: That the value of transaction meets a specific value will be  
marked as an exception. That specific value need to be  
configured through the following sub-setting <Value>,  
<Greater Equal Than>: That the value of transaction is greater then or equal  
to certain value will be marked as an exception. That  
specific value need to be configured through the  
following sub-setting <Value>,  
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<Less Equal Than>: That the value of transaction is less than or equal to  
certain value will be marked as an exception. That  
specific value need to be configured through the  
following sub-setting <Value>.  
<Inside The Range>: That the price of transaction is within certain range will  
be marked as an exception. The range need to be  
configured through the following sub-settings <Value>  
and <Value (Upper Limit)>.  
<Outside the Range>: That the price of transaction is outside certain range,  
will be marked as an exception. The range need to  
be configured through the following sub-settings  
<Value> and <Value (Upper Limit)>.  
NOTE: Only transactions (1) after “Exception Strings” and “By  
Numerals” are set and (2) after “Trigger” is <ON> will be marked as  
exceptions in text database. The data stored before won't be marked  
as exceptions.  
5.10.4  
Input Setup  
This item is used to choose the connection method that is between your Text  
Device and DVR, and setup some relative settings of the connection method.  
Input Setup  
Port Selection  
Input Source  
Camera Selection  
Text Filter  
Serial Port  
Direct Connected  
1
ASCII  
Manual Filter Setup  
Input Process  
Text Baud Rate  
Text Bits  
Canonical  
9600  
8
Text Stop  
1
Text Parity  
None  
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5.10.4.1  
Port Selection  
It is essential to select a port for either the POS/cash register or modem when  
the POS function is set on. Meanwhile, also check whether the device is  
connected to the port selected.  
Port Selection  
Serial Port  
USB Port-Front  
USB Port-Rear Top  
USB Port-Rear Bottom  
Text  
None  
None  
None  
5.10.4.2  
Input source  
Select whether the input source is direct connected or connected with the  
Data Converter. If the input source is direct connected, users may need to go  
to the next item: Camera Selection to select a corresponding camera number.  
5.10.4.3  
5.10.4.4  
Camera Selection  
Select a camera to display the POS overlay.  
Text Filter  
This item is used to choose the text filter. The supported models for pole  
display and printer are listed below.  
Pole Display  
Printer  
POS Machine  
Cache Technology VFD-202T  
Citizen C2202  
Citizen CBM-1000 II  
Citizen CT-S300  
Dell T200  
Epson TM-T88II/ TM-T88III/ TM-T88IV Samsung ER-655  
Epson TM-T90  
Epson TM-930 II  
Epson RP-U420  
IBM SureMark TF6  
IBM SureMark TM6  
Ithaca iTherm 280  
Ithaca POSJet 1000  
POS-X Xr500  
Samsung SRP350  
Sensor TP-288  
Star TSP100 futurePRNT  
Star TSP600  
Acula AQ-812  
IBM SurePOS 700  
Samsung ER-380M  
Digipos CD5220  
Emax Pole Display  
Epson DM-D Series  
Logic Controls LD9000  
Logic Controls PD3000  
Logic Controls PD6000  
Logic Controls TD3000  
Magellan  
Partnertech CD5220  
Posiflex ICD-2002  
Posiflex PD 302  
Posiflex PD 303  
Posiflex PD-2100  
Posiflex PD-2200  
POS-X Xp8000  
Senor POS  
Star TSP700  
Scales  
Star TSP800  
Sibnet  
TPG (Axiohm) A794  
WP-520(ESC/POS)  
STAR SCD400-PD  
Soteke VFD2025  
Soteke VFD2029  
TEC  
Toledo 8217  
TYSSO VFD Series  
Ultimate Technology PD1100XL  
Wedderburn DS-770  
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5.10.4.5  
Manual Filter Setup  
Once enter the Manual Filter Setup menu, users should key in hexadecimal  
digits. The menu of the item is shown as follows.  
Manual Filter Setup  
Header 1  
Header 2  
30  
30  
5.10.4.6  
5.10.4.7  
Input Process  
If you will be using a Pole Display from a PC based POS, select <Canonical>.  
<Non-Canonical> is to be selected when using a Pole Display from a  
Standalone POS.  
Text Baud Rate  
To setup the baud rate of RS232 via which to connect your Text Device and  
DVR.  
5.10.4.8  
5.10.4.9  
Text Bit  
Setup the bits of RS232.  
Text Stop  
Setup the stop of RS232.  
5.10.4.10 Text Parity  
Setup the parity of RS232  
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5.11  
Shutdown  
This item is used to shut down or reboot the unit. If you must shut down the  
DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit for any reason, please use the proper shut  
down and power up procedures to avoid damage to your unit.  
Select <Shutdown> in Main menu and press ENTER to access the Shutdown  
menu, which displays as follows.  
Shutdown  
Power Off  
Reboot  
Auto Rebooting  
Rebooting Time  
Off  
AM 06:00  
5.11.1  
5.11.2  
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.  
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.  
NOTE: While the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit is shutting down or  
rebooting, the recoding and playback of videos will stop to avoid  
abnormal images.  
5.11.3  
5.11.4  
Auto Rebooting  
The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH 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 <Off> to disable the auto rebooting function.  
Rebooting Time  
If the auto rebooting function is enabled, select a desired time to perform the  
auto rebooting function.  
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6.  
Remote Monitoring Software  
The remote monitoring software is a remote browser-based software  
application designed to operate with the DVR products. Using the software,  
users are allowed to view live and recorded video, and configure the DVRs  
remotely via a LAN, WAN or Internet on a personal computer.  
The connected PC will automatically download the remote monitoring  
software plug-ins from the DVR when the DVR is connected by entering its IP  
address in the address bar on the browser.  
Due to the setting items are similar to those listed in the DVR’s OSD setup  
menu, please refer to the sections above for setting configuration of the  
remote monitoring software.  
The tasks can be performed with the remote monitoring software are listed  
below:  
• Remote viewing of live/ recorded video  
• Remote setup of the DVR  
• Remote control of dome cameras  
• Alarm notification from the DVR  
• Up to five connections to one DVR using the remote monitoring software,  
including the preset “admin” and four other accounts  
6.1  
Remote Monitoring System Requirements  
Items  
Requirements  
Minimum:  
Intel® Pentium® M CPU 1.40GHz  
RAM 512 MB  
Recommended:  
Personal Computer  
Intel® Core™2 Quad CPU Q6600 @ 2.4GHZ  
RAM 2 GB  
Hard Disk Drive  
Operating System  
Web Browser  
Requires 20 MB for software installation  
Windows XP, Windows Vista  
Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6.0 or above  
Monitor Resolution Minimum 1024 x 768 with 16-bit color  
10Base-T (10 Mbps) or 100Base-TX (100 Mbps)  
operation; must match the network configuration  
Network Card  
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6.2  
Software Installation  
Refer to the following description to install the remote monitoring software.  
6.2.1  
Change Internet Settings  
The PC operating with the remote monitoring software should be set to  
accept ActiveX plug-ins. Please follow the steps to set the Internet security  
settings appropriately.  
• Before operating the remote monitoring software, please check the IP  
address of the DVR. To check the IP address, press MENU key on the unit  
and enter username and password to access OSD setup menu. Select  
<System Setup>, <Network Setup>, then <LAN Setup> to check the IP.  
• Start the IE; it can be started either by clicking on the desktop icon, or by  
using the Start menu to access it.  
NOTE: Windows IE provides the ActiveX component that is  
required when using the remote monitoring software.  
• Select <Tools> from the main menu of the browser, then <Internet  
Options>, and then click the <Security> tab.  
• Select <Trusted sites> and click <Sites> to specify its security setting.  
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• Uncheck “Require server verification (https:) for all sites in this zone”. Type  
the IP address of the unit in field and click <Add> to add this web site to  
the zone.  
• Click <OK> to confirm the setting and close Trusted sites dialog.  
• In the Security Level area, click <Custom Level>. The Security Settings  
screen is displayed.  
• Under <ActiveX controls and plug-ins>, set all items to <Enable> or  
<Prompt>.  
• Click <OK> to apply the setting and close the <Security Settings> screen.  
• Click <OK> to close Internet Options dialog.  
Now the installation can continue to the next step.  
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6.2.2  
Install Remote Monitoring Software  
Start the browser to initiate the installation of the remote monitoring software  
on the PC. The IP address of the DVR can be saved as a Favorites item in the  
web browser to enable easy access in the future.  
• Start the IE; it can be started either by clicking on the desktop icon, or by  
using the Start menu to access it.  
• Enter the IP address of the DVR in the address bar at the top of the  
browser.  
• The ActiveX controls and plug-ins dialog will show twice for confirmation;  
click <Yes> to accept ActiveX plug-ins. The remote monitoring software  
plug-ins will be downloaded and installed on the PC automatically when  
the connection is successfully made.  
NOTE: Do not enter any leading “0” characters in the address, for  
example, “192.068.080.006” should be entered as “192.68.80.6”. If  
the default trigger port 100 is changed into another one, take port  
81 for example, the IP address should be entered as  
“192.68.80.6:81”.  
• A version check starts to verify whether the remote monitoring software  
was installed already, and also check if the version is the same as that  
stored in that particular DVR. This process may take up to 30 seconds.  
• When the software is completely downloaded and installed, the Login  
Screen is now displayed.  
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6.2.2.1  
Login / Logout  
Login using the same accounts setup in the DVR. The authority is also the  
same as setup in the DVR.  
One preset account “admin” and up to four other accounts can access a DVR  
at the same time. Nevertheless, if the “admin” account is currently accessing  
the unit’s OSD setup menu via front panel of the unit, then the “admin”  
account at the remote monitoring site cannot change the settings at the same  
time. The “admin” account of the DVR has priority.  
The following steps demonstrate procedures to view video from remote unit:  
• Start the remote monitoring software by entering the IP Address of the  
DVR in the Address bar of the browser. Alternatively, click on the Favorite  
entry for the unit (if the IP address of the unit has been set).  
• Enter the Username and password. The login username and password  
can be saved to ease future login. The default username and password is  
admin / 1234.  
• Click <OK> to log in to the DVR. The process may take a few seconds.  
• If the connection is made successfully, the main window will display live  
video of the attached cameras.  
If the IE browser is closed, the remote system is logout and disconnected  
from the DVR at the same time.  
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6.2.2.2  
Software Upgrades  
If a new version of the remote monitoring software is available on the DVR,  
upgrade will be prompted while accessing the unit. Follow the steps to  
upgrade the software.  
• The message as the above figure will be prompted. Click <Yes> to accept  
version upgrade.  
• Start the IE again and enter the IP address of the DVR in the Address bar  
of the browser; or if the unit address is set as a Favorite site, click the  
Favorites entry for the unit.  
• When the software is completely downloaded and installed, the Login  
Screen will be displayed.  
6.3  
Basic Operation for Remote Monitor  
When a DVR is successfully connected, the main window of the remote  
monitoring software will be displayed. Please refer to the Setup Guide for the  
graphical illustration of functional items.  
The functions on the remote monitoring software will be described in the  
following sections.  
6.3.1  
View Live Video  
View live video from the cameras attached to the DVR by clicking <Live>  
button on the main window toolbar. Choose desired display mode –  
full-screen, 2x2 windows, 3x3 windows, and 4x4 windows – after the live  
images of the DVR are displayed on the main window. When a dome camera  
is connected and viewed in single channel full-screen mode, the dome  
camera control operation can be accessed. To choose desired display mode  
and to operate dome camera control, refer to the following sections.  
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6.3.1.1  
Select Display Mode  
Choose the number of windows to be displayed on the main window. Click  
one of the display buttons in MODE section. Available selections are 4, 9 and  
16 camera displays. To view certain window in full screen, either double-click  
on the wanted window, or click on the corresponding CAMERA button.  
6.3.1.2  
Operate Cameras with Dome Control  
The remote monitoring software allows users to control and configure a dome  
camera remotely.  
Click on any CAMERA button displayed with a dome icon to view the camera  
in full screen. The Dome Control Panel will be displayed on the main window.  
The items on the Dome Control Panel are described as follows.  
Set Preset (•)  
Set Preset is used to set up preset positions. The remote monitoring software  
allows its user to set up to 255 preset positions with DynaColor, American  
Dynamics, Fastrax, JVC, Panasonic (C & N), and Pelco (Pelco P & Pelco D)  
domes.  
Use Direction buttons to move dome camera to an appropriate position, and  
then click the button and choose wanted number from the pull-down list. The  
preset position is named as the selected number.  
Go Preset (•ꢀ)  
Go Preset is used to call the camera preset point, which was set up with the  
set preset point function. Click and choose a number to call the preset point  
for viewing.  
Auto Focus (A.F.)  
Click on it and the focus of the camera will be automatically adjusted to show  
a clearer image.  
Dome ID (ID)  
Click for changing the dome ID and protocol. Proper authority is required to  
access this function.  
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Focus +/−  
Use to adjust the camera lens to focus on objects for a clear view. Click on  
<Focus +> to focus near or <Focus −> to focus far.  
Iris +/−  
This item is used to open and close the iris to let more or less light into the  
camera. Click on <Iris +> to open iris or <Iris −> to close iris.  
Zoom +/−  
Users are allowed to zoom-in or zoom-out using the adjusting buttons.  
Zoom-in to enlarge a certain area and zoom-out to view more area.  
Direction Button  
This button is used to pan and/or tilt the dome camera. Click the arrows in the  
directions to be viewed.  
6.3.2  
Instant Recording  
The Instant Recording function allows users to record video quickly to the PC.  
NOTE: The Audio function is set to OFF as the default setting.  
6.3.2.1  
Record Video Instantly  
Follow the steps to start recording instantly:  
• Click on the <Instant Recording> button.  
• Select the destination folder to save the video.  
• Click on the button again to stop recording.  
NOTE: The instant recording video will be saved as *.drv file.  
6.3.2.2  
Playback Instant Recorded Video  
Follow the steps to playback a video recorded by “Instant Recording”.  
• Click <Play> on main window toolbar and click <Local Playback> tab.  
• Click <Open> to choose a recorded file.  
• Click <OK> to start playing the recorded video.  
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6.3.3  
Playback Video  
The remote monitoring software allows users to either view recorded video  
from the DVR, or from the hard disk drive of the PC.  
To access the Playback screen, click <Play> button on the main window  
toolbar. There are three tabs in the Playback screen: <Remote Playback>,  
<Local Playback>, and <Verify> tabs. <Remote Playback> allows users to  
play back from the DVR. <Local Playback> enables users to playback a  
recorded video file stored on the hard disk drive of the PC. <Verify> is  
provided for users to authenticate if the exported video is altered.  
The DVR continues recording while playing back recorded video on the PC,  
either remote playback or local playback.  
6.3.3.1  
Playback Remote Video  
To view remote video, click <Play> on the main window toolbar, and then  
<Remote Playback> tab. The <Remote Playback> screen will be displayed.  
The <From> and <To> in the <Available Record Video> display the date and  
time from which recorded video is available for playback.  
To playback remote video segments, follow these steps:  
• Choose <Playback> in <Select> field for playback recorded video.  
• In <Start> field, users can change the date and time either by typing  
desired numbers directly or by using the arrow buttons.  
To type directly:  
Click on day, month and year of date field respectively, and type the desired  
numbers directly. Follow above steps to adjust the hour, minute and second  
of time field.  
To use the arrow buttons:  
Click on the arrow button next to the date field to display the calendar; then  
click the left and right arrow at the top of the calendar to change the date.  
Use up and down arrow next to the time field to change to the wanted time.  
• The other way to select date and time is by moving the blue sliding bar.  
• Click <OK> to start the playback, or click <Close> to abort.  
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• The other option <Download (.DRV)> in <Select> field enables users to  
download the video segment of selected date and time to the PC. The  
selection of time duration is the same as described above. Files  
downloaded will be in *.drv format.  
6.3.3.2  
Playback Local *.drv Files  
The <Local Playback> tab allows users to playback *.drv video files stored in  
the PC's hard drive.  
Follow below steps to playback a downloaded *.drv file with the remote  
monitoring software.  
• Click <Open> and the file selection screen is displayed.  
• Select the *.drv video file for playback and click <OK>.  
• Click <OK> in the <Local Playback> Screen to start the playback, or click  
<Cancel> to abort.  
• View the video playback using the Playback controls.  
• To end the playback, click <Live> to return to live video.  
6.3.3.3  
Playback Controls  
When the local or remote video is being played, the remote monitoring  
software is in Playback Mode. The playback controls toolbar will emerge on  
the main window toolbar. The Playback controls and indicators are described  
as below.  
Icon Name  
Fast Backward  
Description  
1. Click to play the recorded video in backward  
direction. Click repeatedly to select the backward  
playback speed: 1×, 2×, 4×, 8×, 16×, or 32×.  
2. When playback is paused, click repeatedly to  
move backward step-by-step.  
◄◄  
/
Step Backward  
1. While playing, click to pause the playback.  
2. When paused, click to resume the playback.  
1. Click to play the recorded video in forward  
direction. Click repeatedly to select the forward  
playback speed: 1×, 2×, 4×, 8×, 16×, or 32×.  
2. When playback is paused, click repeatedly to  
move forward step-by-step.  
► / ▌▌ Play / Pause  
Fast Forward  
►►  
/
Step Forward  
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6.3.4  
Verify Digital Signature  
The digital signature aims to authenticate a video file exported from the unit.  
Follow the description to verify the digital signature.  
• Click <Play> on the main window toolbar.  
• Click <Verify> tab to display the Verify window.  
• Click <Browse> to select the *.gpg, *.avi, *.sig files respectively, which  
belong to the exported video to be authenticated.  
• Click <Verify> to start verifying digital signature.  
• The result of verify shows in the <Status Log> field. It returns a GOOD or  
BAD signature result. A GOOD signature indicates the exported clip has  
not been altered.  
6.3.5  
Search from Event List  
Click SEARCH, the Event List appears. The List contains information about  
the alarm events that the unit recorded and saved. Up to 1024 events can be  
listed in the Event List.  
The Event List displays each event by its number, the date and time of the  
event, the type of the event (including Alarm In, Motion Detection, and Video  
Loss), and the camera channel where the event occurred.  
To view an event video, follow these steps:  
• Click SEARCH button positioned in the main window toolbar. The Event  
List appears.  
• Scroll through the Event List and highlight the interested events.  
• Double-click on the desired event to view the event video.  
6.3.6  
Take a Snapshot  
Snapshot is a simple screen capture tool. When users click on the  
SNAPSHOT button, it will capture the screenshot of the window that is  
currently showing on the screen. Each click captures one screenshot to be  
saved as a JPEG file on the desktop. The snapshot file will be named as  
“Snapshot-*”.  
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6.3.7  
Health Status of HDD  
This function verifies HDD status of the DVR. The information items shown in  
the chart are described as below:  
Device Name  
This item shows the model name of the HDD.  
Int./Ext.  
This item indicates whether the HDD is an internal or external device.  
Total Size  
This item indicates the total size of the HDD.  
State  
This item indicates whether the HDD is active or non-active.  
Temperature  
This item indicates the current temperature of the HDD in Celsius degree.  
6.3.8  
Normal and Dual Streaming  
For different networks with different bandwidths, two streaming options are  
provided – normal and dual streaming. The preset is normal streaming.  
Users who are using high-speed networks, normal streaming will be a  
recommended choice. Depending on the HDD capacity and network usage,  
set the remote monitoring software to occupy high or low bandwidths.  
For networks with limited bandwidth, dual streaming will be a better choice. It  
enables coexistence of high quality streaming at local DVR site and lower  
quality streaming but faster transmission for the remote monitoring site. To  
select dual streaming, click on the bandwidth icon and the icon will change  
color. Then users can furthermore choose different bit rates to adjust for the  
best displaying quality.  
NOTE: for S models, dual streaming function is available only for  
H.264 and MJPEG recording mode. for all other models, there is no  
limitation.  
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6.3.9  
Remote Monitoring Software Trouble Shooting Guide  
What happened if the server requests to upgrade the software every time the  
DVR is connected? If the following screen displays repeatedly, please follow  
the steps to delete the temporary internet files.  
• Select <Tools> from the main menu of the web browser, then <Internet  
Options>, and then click the <General> tab.  
• Click the <Delete Files> button in the <Temporary Internet Files> field; the  
<Delete Files> screen displays as below.  
• Check the <Delete all offline content> box and click <OK>.  
• Now, enter the IP address of the DVR to make the connection again.  
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Appendix A: Technical Specifications  
Speco Technologies is constantly developing product improvements. We reserve the right  
to modify product design and specifications without notice and without incurring any  
obligation.  
Function  
4CH  
8CH  
16CH  
Operation System  
Video Standard  
Embedded ( Linux )  
NTSC/PAL switch selectable  
Video Operation  
Resolution – Live Video  
Input  
Live, Record, Playback , Remote, and Internet access  
NTSC: 720 x 480 pixels PAL: 720 x 576 pixels  
BNC x 4,  
BNC x 8,  
1.0Vp-p/75 ohm  
BNC x 16,  
1.0Vp-p/75 ohm  
1.0Vp-p/75 ohm  
Main Monitor  
Call monitor  
BNC x 1, S-Video x 1, 1.0Vp-p/75 ohm  
BNC x 1, 1.0Vp-p/75 ohm  
Video  
Outputs  
BNC x 4,  
1.0Vp-p/75 ohm  
BNC x 8,  
1.0Vp-p/75 ohm  
BNC x 16,  
1.0Vp-p/75 ohm  
Loop  
Digital Display Output  
VGA Output  
800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 1024, 720p pixels  
800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 1024, 720p pixels  
NTSC: 480 PPS(16CH)  
PAL: 400 PPS(16CH)  
2 x 2  
Picture Refresh Rate  
Digital Zoom  
Camera Installation  
Input  
Plug & Play  
16, Line-In  
Main Output  
Output  
RCA x 1, Line-Out  
16, Line-Out  
Recording Mode  
Compression Method  
File Size  
Always Real Time Record, Synchronized w/ Video  
ADPCM, G.726  
Audio  
8KB/Sec  
Operation  
Playback  
Compression Method  
Recording Mode  
Pre-Alarm  
Remote + VCR mode  
Only for Video Original Speed  
H.264, MPEG-4, and MJPEG  
Schedule, Alarm, Motion Detection  
0~30 sec  
720x480: H.264= 60 pps,  
MPEG4=120 pps,  
MPEG4=240 pps,  
MPEG4=480 pps,  
MPEG4=100 pps,  
MPEG4=200 pps,  
MPEG4=400 pps,  
MJPEG=120 pps  
MJPEG=240 pps  
MJPEG=480 pps  
MJPEG=100 pps  
MJPEG=200 pps  
MJPEG=400 pps  
720x240: H.264=120 pps,  
352x240: H.264=240 pps,  
720x576: H.264= 50 pps,  
720x288: H.264=100 pps,  
352x288: H.264=200 pps,  
NTSC  
Resolution  
& Rate  
Recording  
PAL  
Recording Quality  
Image Size  
Storage Mode  
Playback  
8 levels presets, adjustable  
2K to 20K Byte/picture  
Linear/Circular  
Play, Stop, Pause, Rewind, Forward, Search  
Playback Speed  
Adjustment  
Retrieve  
Data Life Time  
Build-in Storage  
Built-in HDD  
External Storage  
Export  
Yes: 1X, 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X, 32X  
Playback  
Storage  
Date/Time, Event  
Yes(Programmable)  
X4 SATA, HDD/DVD+RW  
Up to 3 built-in HDDs  
NAS via GB and NIC  
X4 USB2.0 ports, support ThumbDrive®, or DVD+RW  
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Alarm  
Alarm Input  
Alarm Detection  
Auditory Alert  
Motion Detection  
Video Loss Detection  
Alarm Relay Output  
X4, Terminal Block X8, Terminal Block X16, Terminal Block  
N.C./N.O., Programmable  
Built-in Buzzer  
15 X 11 Grid Array,Sensitivity, Trig Level Adjustable  
Programmable  
X2, Terminal Block, 1.0A/24V (Programmable)  
Ethernet RJ-45 connector, 10/100/1000Mbps,  
supports DHCP/PPPoE/DDNS  
SpecoRemote™  
Network Connectivity  
Remote Control Software  
Access Control  
8 Level Password  
Monitoring, Playback, Recording, System Setup,  
Dome Camera Control  
Communication  
Remote Operation  
RS232C  
RS485  
D-sub 9 pin female  
Terminal Block  
Speco, Pelco P, Pelco D, Fastrax2, AD422, Panasonic_C,  
Panasonic_N, DSCP, and JVC  
Dome Control Protocol  
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Appendix B: Preset Record Configuration  
1. The following table shows PPS per channel and picture size of normal and event mode  
in Full-D1 resolution for DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series models.  
Record Mode: Full-D1 mode (NTSC: 720×480@30PPS) (PAL: 720×576@25PPS)  
Preset  
Normal PPS  
Normal Quality Event Max PPS Event Quality Event Active  
Configuration  
Best Quality  
NTSC: 7.5  
4CH  
PAL: 6.25  
NTSC: 3.75  
PAL: 3.125  
1~8CH  
8CH  
NTSC: 15  
PAL: 12.5  
Both  
(Alarm+Motion)  
24 KB  
16 KB  
8 KB  
24 KB  
24 KB  
24 KB  
NTSC: 2.75  
PAL: 2.12  
9~16CH  
16CH  
NTSC: 1  
PAL: 1  
NTSC: 7.5  
PAL: 6.25  
NTSC: 3.75  
PAL: 3.125  
1~8CH  
4CH  
8CH  
NTSC: 15  
PAL: 12.5  
Standard  
Both  
NTSC: 2.75  
PAL: 2.12  
9~16CH  
16CH  
NTSC: 1  
PAL: 1  
NTSC: 7.5  
PAL: 6.25  
NTSC: 3.75  
PAL: 3.125  
1~8CH  
4CH  
8CH  
Extended  
Record  
NTSC: 15  
PAL: 12.5  
Both  
NTSC: 2.75  
PAL: 2.12  
9~16CH  
16CH  
NTSC: 1  
PAL: 1  
0 NTSC  
( 0 PAL)  
NTSC: 30  
PAL: 25  
NTSC: 30  
PAL: 25  
Event Only  
ezRecord  
NA  
24 KB  
24 KB  
Both  
Both  
Auto  
Auto  
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2. The following table shows PPS per channel and picture size of normal and event mode  
in Half-D1 resolution for DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series models.  
Record Mode: Half-D1 mode (NTSC: 720×240@60PPS) (PAL: 720×288@50PPS)  
Preset  
Normal PPS  
Normal Quality Event Max PPS Event Quality Event Active  
Configuration  
NTSC: 15  
4CH  
PAL: 12.5  
NTSC: 7.5  
PAL: 6.25  
NTSC: 3.75  
PAL: 3.125  
NTSC: 15  
PAL: 12.5  
NTSC: 7.5  
PAL: 6.25  
NTSC: 3.75  
PAL: 3.125  
NTSC: 15  
PAL: 12.5  
NTSC: 7.5  
PAL: 6.25  
NTSC: 3.75  
PAL: 3.125  
0 NTSC  
NTSC: 30  
PAL: 25  
Both  
(Alarm+Motion)  
Best Quality  
12 KB  
8 KB  
4 KB  
12 KB  
12 KB  
12 KB  
8CH  
16CH  
4CH  
NTSC: 30  
PAL: 25  
Standard  
Both  
Both  
8CH  
16CH  
4CH  
Extended  
Record  
NTSC: 30  
PAL: 25  
8CH  
16CH  
NTSC: 30  
PAL: 25  
NTSC: 30  
PAL: 25  
Event Only  
ezRecord  
NA  
12 KB  
12 KB  
Both  
Both  
( 0 PAL)  
Auto  
Auto  
3. The following table shows PPS per channel and picture size of normal and event mode  
in CIF resolution for DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH models.  
Record Mode: CIF mode (NTSC: 352×240@120PPS) (PAL: 352×288@100PPS)  
Preset  
Normal PPS  
Normal Quality Event Max PPS Event Quality Event Active  
Configuration  
NTSC: 30  
4CH  
PAL: 25  
NTSC: 15  
PAL: 12.5  
NTSC: 7.5  
PAL: 6.25  
NTSC: 30  
PAL: 25  
NTSC: 30  
PAL: 25  
Both  
(Alarm+Motion)  
Best Quality  
6 KB  
4 KB  
2 KB  
6 KB  
6 KB  
6 KB  
8CH  
16CH  
4CH  
NTSC: 30  
PAL: 25  
NTSC: 15  
PAL: 12.5  
NTSC: 7.5  
PAL: 6.25  
NTSC: 30  
PAL: 25  
NTSC: 15  
PAL: 12.5  
NTSC: 7.5  
PAL: 6.25  
Standard  
Both  
Both  
8CH  
16CH  
4CH  
Extended  
Record  
NTSC: 30  
PAL: 25  
8CH  
16CH  
0 NTSC  
( 0 PAL)  
NTSC: 30  
PAL: 25  
NTSC: 30  
PAL: 25  
Event Only  
ezRecord  
NA  
6 KB  
6 KB  
Both  
Both  
Auto  
Auto  
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Appendix C: Record Duration  
The record duration relates to recording rate, image quality, HDD capacity, and event  
settings. The following tables give sample calculation of record duration according to  
different recording rate, image quality, and HDD capacity, excluding consideration of events,  
for different models with different recording mode. The recording quality refers to the  
Normal Qlty setting of <Per Camera Config> in <Record Setting>, assuming all channel  
are set to the same quality at all times.  
Per Camera Config  
Cameral Select  
CH1  
Weekend  
7.5  
Day  
7.5  
Mid  
30  
Best  
Both  
Night  
7.5  
Mid  
30  
Best  
Both  
Normal PPS  
Normal Qlty  
Event Max PPS  
Event Qlty  
Mid  
30  
Best  
Both  
Event Act  
NOTE: Record duration times are based on actual tests and represent average file  
sizes. Performance may vary depending on specific installations and use. Audio  
recording requires 8 KB per second (or 0.7 GB per day) for data storage.  
Please refer to our recording time calculator on the Speco website for other possible  
calculations. http://www.Specotech.com Æ Support Æ Tools  
Refer to the following tables for some samples of estimated recording duration of different  
record modes in H.264 compression.  
Record Duration (Days): Full-D1, Global [Day, Night, Weekend] (without Audio)  
Recording Rate  
Recording Quality Mode  
Mid  
Low  
Fair  
High  
NTSC PAL  
Best  
NTSC PAL  
Total PPS of all  
Channels  
NTSC PAL NTSC  
PAL  
NTSC  
PAL  
NTSC  
PAL (8 KB) (8 KB) (12 KB) (12 KB) (16 KB) (16 KB) (20 KB) (20 KB) (24 KB) (24 KB)  
160 GB Internal Storage  
30  
15  
7.5  
25  
10.52 12.63 4.79  
5.74  
11.49  
276  
5.52  
3.31  
6.62  
1.81  
3.62  
7.24  
2.17  
4.34  
8.69  
1.29  
2.58  
5.16  
1.55  
3.09  
6.19  
12.5 21.04 25.25 9.57  
6.25 42.09 50.50 19.15 22.98 11.03 13.24  
320 GB Internal Storage  
30  
15  
25  
21.56 25.87 9.81  
11.77  
5.65  
6.78  
3.71  
7.42  
4.45  
8.90  
2.64  
5.28  
3.17  
6.34  
12.5 43.12 51.75 19.62 23.55 11.31 13.57  
7.5  
6.25 86.25 103.49 39.24 47.09 22.61 27.14 14.83 17.80 10.57 12.68  
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Record Duration (Days): Half-D1, Global [Day, Night, Weekend] (without Audio)  
Recording Rate  
Recording Quality Mode  
Mid High  
NTSC PAL NTSC PAL NTSC PAL NTSC PAL  
(4 KB) (4 KB) (6 KB) (6 KB) (8 KB) (8 KB) (10 KB) (10 KB) (12 KB) (12 KB)  
160 GB Internal Storage  
Low  
Fair  
Best  
NTSC PAL  
Total PPS of all  
Channels  
NTSC  
PAL  
60  
30  
15  
7.5  
50  
25  
20.56 24.68 9.24 11.09 5.26  
41.13 49.35 18.49 22.19 10.52 12.63  
6.31  
3.41  
6.81  
4.09  
8.18  
16.35  
32.70  
2.39  
4.79  
9.57  
2.87  
5.74  
11.49  
22.98  
12.5 82.26 98.71 36.98 44.38 21.04 25.25 13.63  
6.25 164.52 197.42 73.96 88.75 42.09 50.50 27.25  
19.15  
320 GB Internal Storage  
60  
30  
15  
7.5  
50  
25  
42.14 50.57 18.95 22.73 10.78 12.94  
84.29 101.14 37.89 45.47 21.56 25.87 13.96  
6.98  
8.38  
16.75  
33.51  
67.02  
4.91  
9.81  
19.62  
39.24  
5.89  
11.77  
23.55  
47.09  
12.5 168.57 202.28 75.78 90.94 43.12 51.75 27.92  
6.25 337.14 404.57 151.56 181.87 86.25 103.49 55.85  
Record Duration (Days): CIF, Global [Day, Night, Weekend] (without Audio)  
Recording Rate  
Recording Quality Mode  
Mid  
NTSC PAL NTSC PAL NTSC PAL NTSC PAL  
Low  
NTSC  
(2 KB) (2 KB) (3 KB) (3 KB) (4 KB) (4 KB) (5 KB) (5 KB) (6 KB) (6 KB)  
160 GB Internal Storage  
Fair  
High  
Best  
Total PPS of all  
Channels  
PAL  
NTSC  
PAL  
120  
60  
100  
50  
40.67  
81.33  
48.80 18.18 21.81 10.28 12.34 6.62  
97.60 36.35 43.62 20.56 24.68 13.24 15.88 9.24 11.09  
7.94  
4.62  
5.55  
30  
25  
162.67 195.20 72.70 87.25 41.13 49.35 26.47 31.77 18.49 22.19  
15  
7.5  
12.5 325.33 390.40 145.41 174.49 82.26 98.71 52.95 63.53 36.98 44.38  
6.25 650.67 780.80 290.82 348.98 164.52 197.42 105.89 127.07 73.96 88.75  
320 GB Internal Storage  
120  
60  
30  
100  
50  
25  
83.34 100.01 37.25 44.70 21.07 25.29 13.56 16.28 9.47 11.37  
166.68 200.01 74.50 89.40 42.14 50.57 27.13 32.55 18.95 22.73  
333.35 400.02 148.99 178.79 84.29 101.14 54.25 65.10 37.89 45.47  
15  
7.5  
12.5 666.70 800.04 297.99 357.58 168.57 202.28 108.50 130.20 75.78 90.94  
6.25 1333.41 1600.09 595.97 715.17 337.14 404.57 217.00 260.40 151.56 181.87  
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Appendix D: Dial-up Connections via Modem  
A dial-up modem connection allows the user to use the remote software and receive alarm  
notice without a direct Internet connection. Following are the steps for establishing the  
connection between a DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit and a PC.  
Establishing Dial-in Connection  
The Dial-in function enables the user to establish dial-up modem communication to and  
from the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit for the remote software use. Follow the  
description to set up your DVR and PC.  
DVR Configuration:  
• Connect a USB modem to the USB socket and connect a working phone line to the  
modem.  
• Press MENU and input username and password with appropriate privilege to  
access the OSD Main menu. Select <Network Setup> and then <Dial-in Setup> to  
set up the Dial-In settings, including Dial-in Account and password, etc.  
• For more information on dial-in settings, see section Dial-in Setup.  
PC Configuration:  
• Click <Start>, <My Network Places>, <View Network Connections> and then select  
<Create New Connection>. The New Connection Wizard is displayed. Click <Next>  
to continue.  
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• Set up the network connection type. Select <Connect to the Internet> and click  
<Next> to continue.  
• Select <Set up my connection manually> and click <Next> to continue.  
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• Select <Connect using a dial-up modem> to connect to the Internet through a  
phone line and a modem. Click <Next> to continue.  
• Type the name of the connection you are creating.  
• Enter the phone number of the modem that is connected to the unit.  
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• Enter the Username and Password that is set up in the Dial-in Setup menu.  
• Click <Finish> to complete the dial-in connection..  
• Now the dial-in connection is established.  
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Establishing Dial-out Connection  
The Dial-out function enables the user to establish dial-up modem communication to and  
from the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit for remote notification use. Follow the  
instructions that follow to set up your DVR and PC.  
DVR Configuration:  
• Connect a USB modem to the USB port and connect a working phone line to the  
modem.  
• Press MENU and input username and password with appropriate privilege to  
access the OSD Main menu. Select <Network Setup> and then <Dial-out Setup> to  
set up the Dial-out settings.  
• Select the <Email Address> in the Network Setup menu to edit an e-mail address  
for alarm notification.  
• Select <Event Setup> in the Main menu and set the Email Notice function to <ON>  
(enabled).  
• Exit the OSD menu and save the configuration.  
• For more information on dial-out settings, see section Dial-out Setup.  
PC Configuration:  
• Click <Start>, <My Network Places>, <View Network Connections> and then select  
<Create New Connection>. The New Connection Wizard is displayed. Click <Next>  
to continue.  
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• Set up the network connection type. Select <Set up an advanced connection> and  
then <Accept incoming connections>. Click <Next> to continue.  
• Choose the modem device that will be used by the PC and click <Next>.  
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• In Incoming VPN Connection menu, choose <Do Not allow virtual private  
connections> and click on <Next>.  
• In User Permission menu, select the users that will be using this connection. If  
needed, add a new user with the same user password that is set up in the Dial-out  
Setup menu in local DVR. When done, click <Next> to continue.  
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• In Networking Software menu, select <TCP/IP> and click on <Properties>.  
• In TCP/IP address assignment, if the PC has DHCP server, then choose <Assign  
TCP/IP addresses automatically using DHCP>, or choose <Specify TCP/IP  
addresses> and enter the range of IP addresses that you wish to use. Once done,  
click <OK> to confirm then back to Networking Software menu. Click on <Next> to  
continue.  
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• Click <Finish> to complete the process.  
• The Incoming connection is established.  
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Appendix E: Verifying Digital Signature  
The digital signature aims to authenticate a video file exported from the unit. Follow the  
instructions to export video with a digital signature and to verify the digital signature.  
To export recorded video with digital signature:  
To export recorded video with a digital signature to a USB hard drive or DVD+RW  
drive, follow these steps.  
• In <Video Export> menu, select copy device, data type, expected channel and  
start/end time, or event video clips.  
• Set the <Digital Signature> function to <Yes>.  
• Start the exporting process by setting <Begin Export> to <Yes>.  
Video Export  
Select Device  
Select Ch:  
From  
To  
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4  
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Select Events  
Data Type  
Export Format  
Digital Signature  
Erase Disc  
Begin Export  
Normal  
DRV  
No  
No  
No  
Each recorded video will be exported into four files with different filenames,  
including *.gpg, *.drv, *.sig and readme.txt.  
To verify the exported recorded video:  
Following are the procedures for digital signature verification.  
• Start your SpecoRemote™ and click <Play> on the main window tool bar.  
• Click <Verify> tab to display the Verify window.  
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• Click <Browse> to select the *.gpg, *.drv, *.sig files respectively, which belong  
to the exported video you want to authenticate.  
• Click <Verify> to start verifying the digital signature.  
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• The result of verification shows in the <Status Log> field. It returns a GOOD or  
BAD signature result. A GOOD signature indicates the exported clip has not  
been altered.  
<GOOD> Signature  
<BAD> Signature  
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Appendix F: Alarm I/O Pin Definition  
The tables below list the pin definitions of alarm I/O located on the rear panel of the  
DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit.  
DVR-4TH Alarm I/O  
Pin Definition  
Pin Definition  
Pin Definition  
RS485 D+  
Normal Close B  
Reserved  
Reserved  
Reserved  
Reserved  
Reserved  
Reserved  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
RS485 D-  
Common Node B  
Normal Open B  
Alarm In 1  
9
Ground  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
Normal Close A  
Common Node A  
Normal Open A  
Ground  
Alarm In 2  
Alarm In 3  
Alarm In 4  
DVR-8TH Alarm I/O  
Pin Definition  
Pin Definition  
Pin Definition  
RS485 D+  
Normal Close B  
Alarm In 5  
Alarm In 6  
Alarm In 7  
Alarm In 8  
Reserved  
Reserved  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
RS485 D-  
Common Node B  
Normal Open B  
Alarm In 1  
9
Ground  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
Normal Close A  
Common Node A  
Normal Open A  
Ground  
Alarm In 2  
Alarm In 3  
Alarm In 4  
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Pin Definition  
Pin Definition  
Pin Definition  
RS485 D+  
N/A  
Alarm In 7  
Alarm In 8  
Alarm In 9  
Alarm In 10  
Alarm In 11  
Alarm In 12  
Alarm In 13  
Alarm In 14  
Alarm In 15  
Alarm In 16  
1
2
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
RS485 D-  
N/A  
Ground  
N/A  
3
Normal Close A  
Common Node A  
Normal Open A  
Ground  
N/A  
4
N/A  
5
Alarm In 1  
Alarm In 2  
Alarm In 3  
Alarm In 4  
Alarm In 5  
Alarm In 6  
6
7
Normal Close B  
Common Node B  
Normal Open B  
Ground  
8
9
10  
11  
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Appendix G: HDD PC Player Tool Introduction  
For some specific reasons, users may need to view the stored data in the HDD on Personal  
Computer; this document guides you how to do that step by step.  
Using EXT2IFS on Your PC  
EXT2IFS, an installed File System Driver, allows you to run a Linux System on Windows  
System. If you are a Windows user, then you need to install EXT2IFS to your PC before you  
start using SpecoPlayer to see the *drv file . To get the software EXT2IFS, you can visit  
http://uranus.it.swin.edu.au/~jn/linux/ext2ifs.htm and download EXT2IFS. A detailed  
description about the software also can be found on the website.  
The following steps guide you how to use the EXT2IFS software.  
Step 1. Download EXT2IFS to your PC through above website address.  
Step 2. Remove the HDD from your DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series and install the removed  
HDD into your PC. When done, reboot the PC.  
Step 3. Extract and Launch EXT2IFS Setup Wizard.  
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Step 4. Click <Step1> sheet, and then choose <Install to System Root> and <Start drive  
on boot> options. When done, click <Install Drive> button.  
Step 5. Click <Step2b> sheet. Click <Drive> to assign each partition a drive.  
Step 6. Click <Step1> sheet, and then choose <Install to System Root> and <Start drive  
on boot> options. When done, click <Install Drive> button. After the assignments  
are made, click <Save Assignments> button.  
Step 7. Click <Step1> sheet, and then choose <Install to System Root> and <Start drive  
on boot> options. When done, click <Install Drive> button. Click <Step3> sheet.  
Then click <Start Drive> button.  
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Step 8. Click <Step1> sheet, and then choose <Install to System Root> and <Start drive  
on boot> options. When done, click <Install Drive> button. After last step is done,  
reboot the PC for the changes to take effect. The HDD will be added into your  
PC’s database after rebooting.  
Start Playing the *.drv file  
After the HDD being added into your PC’s database , you can now use the SpecoPlayer to  
play the *drv file in your HDD. Please referring to the steps below:  
Step 1. You can find the SpecoPlayer in the CD that ship with the package, start it and  
push the “PLAY” button on the upside of the frame.  
Step 2. Click the “Open Device” button (as below picture), then choose the HDD Drive that  
you just assigned.  
Figure 1: Select the Drive  
Step 3. After choosing the HDD Drive , choose the video file that you want to use.  
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Step 4. Click the “Playback” to play the video directly or “Export” if you want to save the  
*drv file into your PC.  
Figure 2: Select the file you want to use  
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Appendix H: IR Remote  
An IR Remote will be included in the content box and deliver to you with your DVR-4TH/  
8TH/ 16TH series unit. The keys on the IR Remote are listed as below figure:  
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The keys of the remote control function as the keys of the front panel of the DVR. The only  
difference between the remote control and the front panel keys is the “DVR SEL” key. The  
DVR Selection key is used to switch control between each DVR.  
The remote control can be used to control up to 16 DVRs. To setup the remote control, the  
first thing you need to do is to assign a unique DVR Unit ID to each DVR.  
Use the front panel of the DVR, and follow this path to change the DVR Unit ID, <Main  
Menu> Æ <System Setup> Æ <RS485 Setup> Æ <Unit ID>  
Change the DVR Unit ID to any number between 224 and 239, and exit the menu.  
After the DVR Unit ID is changed, you will need to setup the “DVR SEL” of the remote  
control. Press “DVR SEL”, and then press the Remote Control # immediately to select the  
DVR. For example, assuming that you have set the DVR Unit ID to 225, then you should  
press “DVR SEL”, and then press “2” immediately. Now, the remote control will only be able  
to control the specified DVR. Press “DVR SEL”, and then press the Remote control # to  
switch between DVRs.  
The ID Table is listed below for your reference.  
DVR Unit ID  
224 225 226 227 228 229 230 231  
Remote Control #  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
DVR Unit ID  
232 233 234 235 236 237 238 239  
10 11 12 13 14 15 16  
Remote Control #  
9
However, if you would like to escape the single DVR control mode, press “DVR SEL”, and  
then press “ESC” to do so.  
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Appendix I: USB Mouse Operation  
Users can use an USB mouse to operate the DVR. To use the USB mouse, please read  
through the following descriptions.  
Plug in an USB mouse to any USB port of the DVR. Move  
the USB mouse, and the cursor should appear. Move the  
cursor to the right side of the screen and a Live Panel will  
be displayed. The icons on the Live Panel are the same as  
the functional keys on the front panel of the DVR.  
Clicking the left button functions the same as pressing the  
“ENTER” key. Clicking the right button functions the same  
as pressing the “ESC” key. The scroll wheel is used to  
change values.  
For example, if users want to change dome camera ID, enter the OSD setup menu and go  
to the following path: <Main Menu> Æ <Camera Setup> Æ <Dome ID>.  
Left click on <Dome ID> and scroll the wheel up or down, the ID number will change as the  
scroll wheel moves. Stop moving the scroll wheel when the preferred ID number appears,  
then left click on the <Dome ID> and the ID number will be changed.  
Special Operations  
There are two special operations provided when an USB mouse is connected. One is  
camera title alignment and the other is motion detection area setup.  
Camera Title Alignment  
Users are allowed to change the display position of camera  
titles of all channels. To change the camera title position of any  
single channel, left click on the camera title and drag to any  
preferred position. If users want to set all of the camera titles  
to the same position that is set for a specific channel, right  
click on the specific camera title and select <ALIGH HERE>  
from the pull-down menu. The other options allow users to  
quickly set all camera titles to the preset positions at once.  
ALIGN HERE  
TOP-LEFT  
TOP-MIDDLE  
TOP-RIGHT  
MIDDLE-LEFT  
CENTER  
MIDDLE-RIGHT  
BOTTOM-LEFT  
BOTTOM-MIDDLE  
BOTTOM-RIGHT  
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Motion Detection Area Setup  
When users are setting the motion detection area, an USB mouse can help to speedily  
complete the setup. Enter the OSD setup menu and go to the following path: <Main Menu>  
Æ <Event Setup> Æ <Per Channel Config> Æ <Detection Config> Æ <Detected Area  
Setup>. The screen is split into 16x12 grids, where the grids can be selected or deselected  
as motion detection area.  
Left click once on any grid to select or deselect the specific grid. Moreover, left click and  
drag to choose multiple grids, then a pull-down menu will be displayed when the mouse  
button is released. Choose <BLOCK SELECT> to set the grids as motion detection area, or  
choose <BLOCK DESELECT> to deactivate the grids. Otherwise, choose <CANCEL> to  
do nothing.  
Right clicking the USB mouse will display a different pull-down menu, which includes:  
<Select All>, <Deselect All>, and <Confirm>. Choose <Select All> to set all grids as motion  
detection area, or choose <Deselect All> deactivate all grids. When the setup is completed,  
choose <Confirm> to save the setting and return to the previous page.  
NOTE: This special USB mouse operation is also available to the privacy mask  
setup and smart search area setup.  
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Appendix J: ezRecord Diagram Sample  
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Appendix K: Connect to External Storage Device  
DVR-DS4TST, with the JBOD (Linear) functionality built-in, is a Network Attached Storage  
System (NAS) which is specially designed for the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series DVR.  
You SHOULD NOT remove DVR’s internal HDD or shut down the DVR-DS4TST while the  
connection is working. Below lists situations that may happen and the consequences if you  
do so.  
1.  
2.  
Remove the DVR’s internal HDD while the DVR is currently saving image  
data to the DVR-DS4TST.  
Situation:  
Result:  
Disk error happens, and the DVR will not reboot. If you reboot the unit,  
the DVR keeps saving image data to the DVR-DS4TST.  
Remove the DVR’s internal HDD while the DVR is currently saving image  
data to the internal HDD.  
Situation:  
Result:  
Disk error happens. The recording stops. After rebooting, the DVR starts  
saving image data to the DVR-DS4TST.  
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