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Digital Video Recorder Operation Manual Revised Edition 1.2 (Feb. 2003)
Regulatory Notes FCC and CE Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC and CE Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example -use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity Product: Certificate by:
Digital Video Recorder Advance Data Technology Corp.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Class B Rules and CE compliance. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. EN 55022:1998, Class B EN 61000-3-2:1995+A1:1998 +A2:1998, Class A EN 61000-3-3:1995
FCC Part 16, Subpart B, Class B ANSI C63.4-1992, Class B CISPR 22:1997, Class B
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Declaration No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, maybe reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in the retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of us. Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing
Important Safeguards For your protection, please read and understand all of the safety and operating instructions regarding your DVR and retain for future reference.
2 Warning: There is a danger of explosion if the hard drive is incorrectly replaced or replaced with the wrong type of hard drive. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Dispose of used hard drive according to manufacturer's instructions. Caution: The power-supply cord is used as the main disconnect device. Ensure that the socket outlet is located or installed near the equipment and is easily accessible. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not disassemble this product. Take the DVR to a qualified service person when service or repair work is required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when this product is subsequently used. Warning: Do not move the unit the power is disconnected. Important note: Do not place heavy items on the DVR
Safety Precautions WARNING! The following safety precautions will increase the life of the DVR. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near the surface. Power off and disconnect the power code before cleaning. Wipe the DVR using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of non-abrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth.
DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or
DO NOT expose to or use near liquids,
electrical fields.
rain, or moisture.
DO NOT expose to extreme
DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty
temperatures above 50 C (122 F) or to
environments. DO NOT operate during
direct sunlight.
a gas leak.
DO NOT expose to extreme temperatures (below 0 C/32 F), otherwise the DVR may not boot.
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Introduction Congratulations on purchasing the Digital Video Recorder. This advanced recorder accepts composite video signals and converts them to the Digital Video standard internally and does all the processing digitally. This allows true real time video for camera input. High-Resolution DVR triumph over Conventional VCRs This digital video recorder for the professional who needs up to 24-hour real-time digital recording for archiving purposes. This DVR adopts state-of-the-art Wavelet algorithms to digitally compress video at high resolution from multiplexors in real time. It can record at speeds up to 30fps (frame per second) with NTSC or PAL formats (25fps) and records and replays events instantly - no waiting for tapes to engage or rewind. It installs and operates like a VCR, so it's easy to set up and use. The DVR has many advantages over VHS tape, larger disk size, highly efficient wavelet compression, and superior clarity and detail of recorded images makes this DVR stand out from its competitors. Features This DVR offers fmany exciting new features: Wavelet compression technology, slow motion in playback mode, extreme fast rewind speed, date/hr search,3 second power Off delay, Auto cycle recording, vibration proof that offer great reliability.
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Specifications Understanding the Digital Video Recorder This Digital Video Recorders provide a digital recorder to replace traditional time-lapse VCRs. Digital video recording allows continuous recording on a hard disk, eliminating the need to replace or rewind videotapes. It also offer the following operating features: Single channel video input/ output connectors Single channel audio input/ output connectors High video resolution by NTSC: 720 x 480; PAL: 720 x 576 pixels Adjustable frame rate with 8 levels 60, 30, 16, 8, 4, 2, 1 and 0.5P (NTSC) 50, 25, 12, 6, 3, 2, 1 and 0.5P (PAL) Removable3.5" IDE hard disk bay, storage capacity: 40 GB, 80 GB, 120GB Multiple recording rates from 0.5 up to 30fps (fps; also referred to as frames per second). Recording modes: continuous recording overwrite mode or non overwrite Remote Viewer software allows download of recorded video on a PC On-Screen Display menu setup Remote controller button lock and password protection 12~24 Volt DC power input, require more than 3amps Built-In backup battery to protect data in HDD from power outages suddenly.
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Guide to This Manual This manual contains all of the information necessary to safely install, program, and operate Digital Video Recorders. Step-by-step procedures and sample menus guide you
What's Included In The Box
through each phase of the DVR setup and programming. The package includes the Remote Viewer software, which allows remote access to a DVR through a computer.
Unpacking DVR Unpack carefully. This is electronic equipment and should be handled with care to prevent damage to the unit. Check for the following items: one DVR unit
Digital Video Recorder unit RS232 Cable Power Adapter (White for the positive electrode)
Accessories & Miscellaneous
Installation Instructions (this manual) Remote viewer software (a compact disc) Brackets
Remote Controller Optional
RS232 Cable/ Remote Controller Power Cord
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Power Adapter
If any items appear to have been damaged in shipment, replace the item(s) properly in the shipping carton and notify the shipping company. If any items are missing, notify our Customer Service Representative.
User's Manual
Remove Viewer CD
Brackets
NOTE: The shipping carton and all packing materials should be retained, in case transporting the unit is required. This will ensure safe transport of all components.
Front Panel Buttons and Controls In this section, you will find a short description of all the controls, displays and connections. The button symbols described here will be found in the descriptions of the operating procedures.
Front View
Controls and Displays on the Front Side
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11 12 1. REC: Record Button, Press REC to begin recording 2. Status Indicators: Indicates DVR status / setting 3. Playback/Date/HR SEARCH: Press button to enter playback mode. Press button to do Date/HR search. 4. COPY: This button allows an image to be saved in personal computer with the software provided. 5. MENU/ALARM SEARCH: Press this button for "5 Seconds" to enter the menu system Press button to do Alarm search. 6. REVERSE: Press "REVERSE" to perform reverse playback
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7. FORWARD:This is button has two functions: Forward play: Press this button to perform forward play Enter: Press this button to confirm in set up menu. 8. STOP/PAUSE: This is button has two functions: Stop: To "Stop"/"Pause" recording or playback Escape: To "escape" from main menu. 9. Left Arrow / Single Frame Rewind /if hold, High-Speed Rewind 10. Up Arrow / Single Frame Advance 11. Right Arrow / Single Frame Advance / if hold, High-Speed Forward 12. Down Arrow / Single Frame Rewind 13. Swappable HDD Bay 14. Hard disk compartment lock: This lock prevents unauthorized removal of the HDD compartment. The DVR will not record is looked. 15. HDD Indicator: Indicates HDD power 16. HDD Action Indicator
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Remote Controller Panel Buttons and Controls
Remote Controller
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Controls and Displays Cobra-1200
1.Status Indicators: Indicates DVR status / setting 2. REC: Record Button, Press REC to begin recording
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3.STOP: Press this button to "escape" from main menu. 4.MENU: Press this button for "5 Seconds" to enter the menu system
3 5.PLAY: Press this button play video
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6.REVERSE: Press "REVERSE" to perform reverse playback
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8. ALARM INPUT/SEARCH:Press button to enter Alarm search mode
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9. Up Arrow / Single Frame Advance
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7. PAUSE: Press button to"Stop/Pause" recording or playback
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10.Right Arrow / Single Frame Advance / if hold, High-Speed Forward 11. Left Arrow / Single Frame Rewind /if hold, High-Speed Rewind
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12. Down Arrow / Single Frame Rewind
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NOTE: If you want to lock the panel, please press button
5
If you want to un lock the panel, please press button
and 10 . 5 and 11
Connectors on the Rear Panel Rear View
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1. Audio In: Audio input with RCA connector. 2. Video In: Composite video input with BNC connector. 3. Audio Out: Audio output with RCA connector. 4. Video Out: Composite video output with BNC connector. 5. RS-232 Serial Port: Used to connect PC. Also used for remove control unit provide 6. NTSC/PAL system switch 7. Power for remote controller 8. Power input: 12~24 Volt D.C. Input with screw locking connector
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9. Alarm Input/Output Connections: Connect the MUX or other devices to the Alarm Port, then connect all wire to the DVR. NOTE: The RS-232 port does NOT work with a modem.
NOTE: Ensure that the site's Power is stable and within the rated voltage of the power. If the site's power is likely to have spikes or power dips, use an UPS.
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Installation 10
Installation Connection Diagram DVR can be installed in as little as 3 steps, and being plug-and-play, cameras can be recorded within minutes. STEP 1. Connect Cameras In the Rear: Composite video input with BNC style connector, also marked Video In. Rear View
STEP 2. Connect Monitors Connect the video output marked Video Out in rear side to the monitor.
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STEP 3. Connect Power Once the DVR is in its final position and all external devices have been fitted and powered, connect the power cord on the rear of the unit and apply the power. The power-up procedure may take up to 4 seconds before this unit can be used.
Monitor and camera are sold separately.
Installation Alarm Connection Diagram Alarm Input/Output Terminal Block The rear panel of the DVR is equipped with an Alarm Port (Terminal Block style connectors). Connect the MUX or other devices to the Alarm Port, then connect all wire to the DVR. Alarms Connector in rear side
Alarm signal pin assignments
PIN1 PIN2
Push and insert cable
Pin
Definition
Description
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Alarm In
N.O.
2
Ground
Common
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Connect to a Multiplexer that allows Alarm trigger recording. Alarm Input from MUX
Alarm Input Alarm Output
Multiplexer
Multiplexer (sold separately)
Install Hard disk in the mobile rack Power Cable Connector
Appendix 5 - Installing a hard disk in a mobile rack A removable drive bay allows you to take your existing 3.5-inch Hard Drive and a new one into a cartridge frame which mounted in DVR. If you wish to install a new hard disk in the mobile rack, please do so following the instructions below:
1 power cable 2 power input connector The drive's interface connector is a card-edge connector or a header connector, as shown in the following figure. Stop recording the unit by press
Unlock the mobile rack with the key.
"PAUSE/STOP" Hard Disk Drive Signal Connector
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1 header connector 2 colored stripe 3 interface cable Lift up the handle by 90 degrees When you attach the interface cable to a drive, be sure to match the colored stripe on the cable to pin 1 of the drive interface connector. For the location of pin 1 on the drive's interface connector.
Pull the mobile rack out as shown in the figure as above
NOTICE: When you connect an interface cable, do not reverse the interface cable (do not place the colored stripe away from pin 1 of the connector). Reversing the cable prevents the drive from operating and could damage the controller, the drive, or both.
NOTE: Make sure if a " jumper'' for HHD is applied, if is set to "MASTER" at the back of HDD. The HDD will not work on DVR if jumper is set to "Slave"
Slide open the cover of the mobile
Insert the mobile rack back in the unit.
rack
Lock the mobile rack and power on
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Menu Setup
Entering The Main Menu
Step1
Configuring Your DVR - Menu Setup 1
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Cobra-1200
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During Recording
Press "Stop" button to stop recording
Entering The Main Menu
Step2 Press and Hold "MENU" button for 5 seconds.
NOTE: A password will be required if it has been set. Changing the Password Hold the button "MENU" for 5 seconds
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Changing the Password, Use the then press
Setting The Password
Step3
to select a character,
and move to the next character
You can press
to "Backward" the password character.
Pressing" PLAY/ENTER" on the last character completes the password selection. Pressing "PAUSE/STOP" if you want exit the Main Menu. NOTE: All passwords changed by the user must be numerical.
Use the Up/Down Arrows to select a character. Press the Right Arrows to move to the next character, press Left Arrows to backward it.
Press "PLAY/ENTER" on the latest character completes the password setting.
NOTE: The factory default password is "0000". If user had changed the password and forget the change he or she had made, please follow the below procedure: 1. Enter the main menu, check the "System Clock" (in 24 hour) on the upper-right of the screen. 2. Check the system clock's last four digit number. 3. Add the four digit number to "2158". 4. For example, if the clock shows the current time is 14:21, then you should add 1421 to 2158. 4. The password will be the sum of the two number. In this case, the password is 3579.
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Configuring Your DVR - Menu Setup 1
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2003-01-01 12:00:00
MAIN MENU SET MENU ID: ++++++++++++++++ ID LOCATION: RIGHT DOWN ID ENABLE: ON (ON/OFF) DATE-TIME: ON (ON/OFF) ALARM REC: CONTINUOUS EXIT
ID User can choose to input ID of each DVR which this text will be display on the recording screen and record with video footage. This ID can be changed anytime in the menu mode and characters input from 0~9 & A~Z . Press
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and
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to select the characters.
ID LOCATION Determine the display location of ID text. Right Down/Left Down
ID ENABLE Enables or disables ID text display on screen. ON/OFF
DATE-TIME Enables or disables date and time text display. ON/OFF
ALARM REC Defines the recording duration been triggered. 1/5/10/15/20/25/30/continuous NOTE: When Alarm REC is set to continuos, once alarm has been triggered, the DVR will star recording until manually switched off. Anymore Alarm triggers will be marked and user can use alarm search to view these marked alarm events. Total of 960 alarm events can be recorded. To reset the alarm event count, go to next setup menu and choose clear HD.
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The Other Setting
Navigating with the DVR
Configuring Your DVR - Menu Setup 2 Navigating the Main Menu The menus are displayed with options on the left side and settings in the right side
A selected item (Flashing Text) can be moved using the Up/Down Arrows buttons.
column. A cursor (highlighted text) can be moved using the keys on the front panel.
and
cursor
To Change the Settings 2003-01-01 12:00:00 EXIT: SET MENU DATE: 2002-01-01 12:00:00 REC MODE: FIELD REC FPS: 60P REC Quality: Normal Auto Record:: ON Auto Reverse: OFF Multiplexer:1/4/9/16,1,2,4,8P Clear HD: OFF
1. Use the
and
button to select the option you wish to change in the left
side. 2. Use the "PLAY/Enter"
button to highlight the settings.
3. Use the
button to change the settings.
and
4. Use the "STOP"
button to return to the options.
To Exit the Main Menu 1. Use the "STOP" button to exit the main menu.
Changing The Setting
Step1
Press "PLAY/ENTER" button to enter the selection.
Step2
Press the Right Arrows button to move to the next item, press Left Arrows button to backward.
Step3
Press "Up/Down" Arrows button to change the value
2. Use the
and
to select the "EXIT: SET MENU" and press "PLAY/Enter"
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Field Per Second Frame or Field Each frame is made up of two fields, real time videos made up by 25(PAL)/ 30(NTSC) frames per second. Therefore,50P(PAL)/60P(NTSC) is equal to 25FPS(PAL)/30FPS (NTSC).
Configuring Your DVR - Menu Setup Video Quality Selection There are 3 image modes available in this option: High, Normal, and Low. The high quality mode will shorter recording duration vise versa, low compression will have higher image quality. The table below shows an estimate of duration which may differ depending on recording Environment and picture complexity. PAL System Recording Duration
2003-01-01 12:00:00 EXIT: SET MENU DATE: 2002-01-01 12:00:00 REC MODE: FIELD REC FPS: 60P REC Quality: Normal Auto Record:: ON Auto Reverse: OFF Multiplexer:1/4/9/16,1,2,4,8P Clear HD: OFF
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NTSC System Recording Duration
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REC
Start Recording
Operating Your DVR - Operating In Recording Mode 1
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During Recording
Start Recording:
Figure. 1
The begin recording, press
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" REC" button for 5 seconds. The REC Indicator lights
up and recording starts. The message, "REC" appears on the upper left-hand corner of the screen (Refer to Figure.1) Stop Recording
Adjust the Volume
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"STOP" button to stop recording.
Adjust the Volume Press button Press
or
to increase/ decrease the volume
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and
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b uttons.
Lock the front panel Press button
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an d
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buttons.
Unlock the front panel Press button
VOLUME: 8
Figure. 2
3
and
9
bu ttons.
Operating Your DVR - Operating In Recording Mode
Remaining Amount of Time
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Press "REC" button Again
15% REC 30 HOUR Remaining of Recording Time Press Figure. 3
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button during record mode. The monitor will show the remaining times of
the recording (this display is shown in time remaining). (Refer to Figure.3)
The remaining time is displayed on upper left hand corner of the monitor, it disappears automatically after 5 seconds.
NOTE: The remaining of recording time dependents on the hard disk
It shows total recording duration on the DVR.
drive capacity, record frame rate and video quality. The remain value
Press "REC" again, will show the duration again which was counted last time
will refresh every hour. If insert new HDD with different compacity ,it will require full recording cycle to register new time frame.
Hard Disk Drive Usage The DVR can displays percentage of used hard disk storage space show the remaining storage capacity with percentage in the upper left-hand corner on the
15% REC
screen. (Refer to Figure. 4)
NOTE: When the DVR is recording and in the "Auto Reverse: ON" Figure. 4 Auto Reverse: ON (Allow Overwrite Date)
(disk overwrite mode), the data on the HDD will be replaced. The DVR automatically overwrites recorded data when the hard disk drive
15% REC A
reaches maximum storage capacity. When the HDD Storage Indicator displays 100%, the disk drive is full. Recording continues by overwriting recorded data stored from the beginning of the HDD. Refer to Figure. 5
Figure. 5
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Operating Your DVR - Operating In Recording Mode
Hard Disk Usage Indicator During Recording
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On-screen Display During Recording Disk Full Notification When the storage has less than 10% of its disk space available, the unit will begin Figure. 6
toggling on screen, displaying an on-screen notification says "One Cycle End". Record Mode Display Appendix
The 99% value appears on the hard disk drive storage indicator Hard Disk Usage Percentage
15% REC
Display Current Time and Date
2002-01-01 12:00:00 A 60P
Record Mode Indicated
100% REC ONE CYCLE END
Figure. 7 Once the hard disk drive full, it flash "ONE CYCLE END" on the screen.
Auto Reverse
Current Recording Rate
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Operating In Playback Mode 23
Playback
Entering The Playback Mode During Recording
Operating Your DVR - Playback The Video 1
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Press "PAUSE/STOP" button
Playback mode is used to review video previously recorded to DVR. Initiating play the video on a DVR will interrupt the recording process.
Press "PLAYBACK" button
Entering The Playback Mode To begin normal playback , press PLAY -) STOP
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"PLAYBACK" button.
appears on the screen. (Refer to Figure.8)
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Play Reverse and Forward
Perform a Reverse Play
To playback in reverse playback, press the
6
button.
appears on left-upper of the screen.
PLAY {-
During Playback To playback in reverse playback, press the PLAY -}
7
button.
appears on left-upper of the screen.
To perform from high-speed to low-speed reverse/forward playback Press the Press "REVERSE" button
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button again during playing video will change the playback speed.
NOTE: By using "PLAYBACK" button to raise or lower playback speed. The high-speed begains from X2 (2 times faster), X4 (4 times faster)... to X8 (8 times faster), to X12 (12 times faster), up to16(16 times faster) and next will be 0.5 (half speed)
Perform a Single Frame Rewind
Operating Your DVR - Playback The Video 1
During Recording
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Press "STOP" button to stop the recording and enter playback mode.
Single Frame Advance & Single Frame Rewind Enter Playback mode. To begin single frame reverse playback, press the PLAY (- STOP Press or button to perform a single frame forward/rewind.
Press
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button.
appears on left-upper of the screen.
button, will forward play single frame.
PLAY -) STOP
appears on left-upper of the screen.
Perform a Fast Reverse/ Forward Play During Recording
NOTE: One stroke the button will only perform one single frame rewind or advance. Fast Reverse and Fast Forward Enter Playback mode. To begin fast reverse playback, "Hold" the
Press "STOP" button to stop the recording and enter playback mode. During Playback
Hold
button.
button again, will perform fast forward in high speed.
NOTE: Hold the button for a while, the playback speed will raise up to 600 times than normal.
Hold the button and to perform fast-forward or fast-reverse the video
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Perform a "Alarm Search" Rewind or Forward
Operating Your DVR - Playback The Video 1
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Press "MENU" button to star performing alarm search. During Playback Search by Alarm Enter Playback mode. Press the
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button to enter alarm search mode.
1 A appears on left-upper of the screen. When reach desired frame, press "STOP " button to exit alarm search mode. Press"REVERSE" or"FORWARD" to view video. During Playback
Perform a Fast Reverse/ Forward Play
Press
5
button again to search another alarm signal
2 A appears on left-upper of the screen. When reach desired frame, press
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button to
exit alarm search mode. Press
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and
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to view video.
Hold the button and to perform fast-forward or fast-reverse the video NOTE: Alarm signal could be added
to 960 set.
"DATE/HR SEARCH" Rewind or Forward
Operating Your DVR - Playback The Video 1
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Press "PLAYBACK" button to star performing date/hr search. During Playback Search by Date/HR Enter Playback mode. Press the
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button to enter DATE search mode.
DATE PLAY-)Stop When reach desired frame, press "STOP " button to exit date/hr search mode. Press button and to reach desired frame
Press
appears on left-upper of the screen.
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and
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button again to enter HR search mode.
to search by date.
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Perform a Fast Reverse/ Forward Play
Press
Hr PLAY-)Stop Press
Press"REVERSE" or"FORWARD" to view video.
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and
appears on left-upper of the screen.
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to search by hour.
When reach desired frame, press exit alarm search mode. Press
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and
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to view video.
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button to
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Backup
Backup Recorded Video This section provides instructions for installing and using the Remote Viewer program that is included with the DVR unit. The single image backup software allows the following functions from a remote PC via an RS232 cord connection: 1. Taking snapshots of live video and saving them as files. 2. Printing the image from the printer. Installing the Remote Viewer Program Before proceeding with installation of the Remote Viewer program, ensure that the PC meets the following hardware requirements: CPU System Memory Hard Disk Drive Monitor Operating System CD-ROM
Pentium 166 MHz or higher 64 MB minimum 20 MB free hard disk space (minimum) 640 x 480, 24-bit colour Microsoft Windows 95/98/2000 4 x CD-ROM or higher
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Serial Port
1. Close all applications currently running on the PC. 2. Place the CD in the CD-ROM drive. 3. Choose RUN from the Windows Start menu, entering the program to be executed: x:\backup software\setup.exe (where x is the drive letter of the CD-ROM)
Parallel Port (Print Port)
4. Follow the instructions for installation as they appear on-screen. 5. After installation is complete, the Remote Viewer program can be found via the Windows Start/ Programs menu
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Before backup the video, you should stop recording and pause the video. Please choose which image you want to transfer to PC. (1) Link to the PC and DVR with RS-232 cable. (2) Please execute the backup software in your PC. (3) Stop recording first. (4) Enter the Playback mode (By pressing "button
3
")
(5) Find which video clip you need, and then press "button
8
" to pause on the images
for backup (6) Press "button
4
" to copy this image to PC.
Q: How come I get a sheer black screen when I open the Backup software? A: Just move the mouse inside the black square. Click on the right button of the mouse. Function selection window will pop up as above graphic.
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Backup Recorded Video 1
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Move your mouse inside the black color window. Click on the right-hand button of mouse, then it will show details as follows, Read (picture from DVR) Setup (RS-232 port configuration) Open (a saved file) NTSC or PAL system About (Copyright Statement) Exit Chinese or English Version
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Appendix 1 - RS-232 Remote Protocol The RS-232 protocol command structure uses "Start of Text" and "End of Text" characters to identify the beginning and end of command sequences. The HD-Series DVR supports the following command sequences
Command Play Forward Record Stop Pause Fast Forward Rewind Frame Forward Frame Reverse Play Reverse Set Clock
1 2 3 02 46 50 02 52 45 02 53 54 02 50 41 02 46 57 02 52 45 02 46 41 02 52 50 02 52 50 Please see instructions for setting clock in
4 4C 43 4F 55 44 57 44 44 4C the following
5 03 03 03 03 03 03 03 03 03 section.
32 Note: 1. All byte values shown in hexadecimal. 2. Baud Rate: 19200 bps 3. Format: (1 Start Bit - 8 Date Bit - 1 Stop Bit - None Parity) 4.In Set Menu Mode ACTIVE COMMAND
SET MENU
PLAY FORWARD
ENTER
STOP
EXIT
FAST FORWARD
RIGHT (
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REWIND
LEFT
(
)
FRAME FORWARD
UP
(
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FRAME REVERSE
DOWN (
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Appendix 2 - RS-232 Remote Protocol Setting the Clock The following table shows the command sequence for setting the clock: Command
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Value
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4C
4B
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y1
y2
2D
m1
m2
Command
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Value
2D
d1
d2
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h1
h2
3A
f1
f2
03
This gray cells in the Value row of above table indicate the correct positions for each byte of data in the command string. Place the hexadecimal value of the desired ASCII character into the command string. Enter a two digital value for the Year, Month, Day, Hour, and Minute into the command string. Each digit is a separate byte. Use the last two digits of the year for the year value (For Example, 2002 is entered as "02" ). Time is always designed in Military Time.
Note: 1. All byte values shown in hexadecimal. 2. Baud Rate: 19200 bps 3. Format: (1 Start Bit - 8 Date Bit - 1 Stop Bit - None Parity)
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Appendix 3 - RS-232 Remote Protocol RS-232 (DB-9) Pin Configuration for Serial Port Use a RS-232 cable when connecting to a PC. When connecting to a multiplexer, it may be necessary to construct a cable using the pin-out documentation of the MUX as a guide. See the pin-out configuration for the DVR below. PIN 1
USE Not
Connected
2
TX
3
RX
4
Not
5
Connected
5
1
Ground
6
Not
Connected
7
Not
Connected
8
Not
Connected
9
Not
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Rear View
DB-9 on rear panel of the unit
Appendix 4 - HDD Storage Recommendation Lists Following are the recommended hard disk drive compatible with this model. We recommends to use the compatible Hard Disk drives with the following benefits: 1. Performance Digital Video Recording 2. Longer reliability design Not all Hard Disk Drives are created the same. If you want long reliability, high levels of data integrity and problem free operation, choose the following hard disk drives. Do not attempt to install the hard disk driver without professional assistance. Compatible hard disk drivers are listed as below;
No. Manufacturer
Model Number
Capacity
RPM
1
WD
WD400EB
40 GB
5,400
2
WD
WD400AB
40 GB
5,400
3
WD
WD800AB
80 GB
5,400
4
WD
WD1200BB
120GB
7,200
5
IBM
Deskstar 40GN
40 GB
5,400
6
IBM
DTLA-305040
40 GB
5,400
7
IBM
DTLA-305045
45 GB
7,200
8
Maxtor
34098H4
40 GB
5,400
9
Maxtor
5T030H3
30 GB
7,200
10
Maxtor
5T040H4
40 GB
7,200
11
Seagate
ST380021A
80 GB
7,200
12
Seagate
ST340810ACE
40 GB
5,400
13
Quantum
SV8004H
80 GB
7,200
14
Quantum
AS60000AT
60 GB
7,200
15
Maxtor
4D080K4
80 GB
5,400
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