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H.264, Real Time, Full Mobile Apps, HDMI, VGA, BNC, CMS
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Real Time 960H Video Recorders
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Page 1: User Manual
DVRN960 Series Real Time 960H Video Recorders H.264, Real Time, Full Mobile Apps, HDMI, VGA, BNC, CMS USER MANUAL * iPhone & iPad Apps Available via App Store Mac CMS App Available via Mac App Store Android App Available via Play Store ♦... - Page 2 DVRN960 User’s Manual...
- Page 3 DVRN960 User’s Manual Caution and Preventive Tips Handle with care, do not drop the unit Mount the unit in an equipment rack or place it on a solid, stable surface Indoor use only. Do not place the unit in a humid, dusty, oily, or smoky site ...
- Page 4 DVRN960 User’s Manual 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.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
DVRN960 User’s Manual Table of Content 1. Overview ........................7 2. System Setup ........................ 8 Position the Unit ....................8 Connect Devices to the Unit ................8 Rear Panel Connections ..................9 3. General System Setup ....................11 USB Mouse Operation ..................11 3.1.1 Functional Icons ................... - Page 6 DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.6.4 Event Full Screen ................. 30 3.6.5 Event Duration ..................30 3.6.6 Per Channel Config ................30 3.6.6.1 Channel Select ..............30 3.6.6.2 Video Loss Detect ..............30 3.6.6.3 Motion Detect ................ 31 3.6.6.4 Detection Configuration ............31 3.6.6.5 Alarm In .................
- Page 7 DVRN960 User’s Manual 4.5.4 Dome Control Buttons ................49 4.5.5 Set Preset Points .................. 50 4.5.6 Call Preset Points ................. 50 4.5.7 Run Dome Camera Tour ............... 51 System Log Exportation ..................51 5. Remote Monitoring Software ..................52 Remote Monitoring System Requirements ............52 Software Installation...................
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Page 8: Overview
DVRN960 User’s Manual Overview DVRN960 H.264 WD1 DVR is an integrated digital video recorder that combines the features of a time-lapse audio / video recorder, a multiplexer, and a video server to create a single security solution. Its quadplex operation enables users to view live video, search and playback any recorded video by date / time or event, and remotely monitor the unit via internet on PC, all while the DVR is recording simultaneously. -
Page 9: System Setup
DVRN960 User’s Manual System Setup The notices and introduction on system installation will be described in this chapter. Please follow these descriptions to operate the unit. In order to prevent the unit from data loss and system damage that caused by a sudden power fluctuation, use of an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is highly recommended. -
Page 10: Rear Panel Connections
DVRN960 User’s Manual Rear Panel Connections There are various connectors on the rear panel for the DVR installations. The following shows the detailed description of each connector. Main Monitor (BNC / VGA / HDMI) The DVR supports three different types of main monitor: BNC, VGA, and HDMI. - Page 11 DVRN960 User’s Manual Audio In/Out (16CH Models Only) 16CH models provide audio in/out connection via a D-Sub connector. Users can connect audio source devices for each channel and an audio output device for Main monitor. Refer to Setup Guide for detailed pin definitions for different models.
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Page 12: General System Setup
DVRN960 User’s Manual General System Setup Before operating the DVR, some general configurations should be setup first. The following subsections will introduce general configurations of the DVR. The regular displayed OSD information and its displayed position are shown in the following figure. The title of the channel is displayed on the top-center of the grid, either in full-screen mode or in multiple-window mode. -
Page 13: Functional Icons
DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.1.1 Functional Icons Move the cursor to the right side of the screen and a Live Panel will be displayed. This section describes the functional icons in the Live Panel. Please refer to Setup Guide for the graphical illustration of the functional icons. -
Page 14: Enter Osd Setup Menu
DVRN960 User’s Manual Menu Click on this icon to enter the OSD setup menu. Dome Click on this icon to enter Dome Camera Control mode. Please refer to section Dome Control for detailed control operation. Channel In Live mode, click on any Channel icon to view the corresponding video in full-screen. -
Page 15: User Management
DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.2.1 User Management The DVR provides the option to create up to seven sets of usernames and passwords with customized authority, excluding the preset “admin” account. From the OSD setup menu, select <System> <User Management>. The menu is as the following. -
Page 16: Power On / Shutdown / Reboot
DVRN960 User’s Manual Load Default Setting Select <Yes> to load the default setting. Power On / Shutdown / Reboot If the DVR must be rebooted or shutdown for any reason, please follow the proper shutdown procedures to avoid damaging the DVR. Power On the Unit After all required devices are connected, plug the power adaptor with the power supply cord in the DVR. - Page 17 DVRN960 User’s Manual Auth: This will ask users to login with an authorized account, when Password Protection function is enabled. If Password Protection function is disabled, the action will be the same as the next option <Confirm>. Confirm: When this option is selected, a confirmation message will be shown after the Power Key is long pressed.
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Page 18: Hdd Auto Scan
DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.3.1 HDD Auto Scan When the DVR is powering on, HDD auto scan will be initiated if there was previously an unusual power loss or file system error. If by any chance auto scan failed, the HDD will need to be formatted. NOTE: If users wish to disable the auto scan function, enter the OSD setup menu via an authorized account and access <Database>... -
Page 19: System Date / Time Setting
DVRN960 User’s Manual System Date / Time Setting Users can set the current date, time and other OSD parameters in Date/Time menu (under System menu). The login account should have authority to access the System menu. In the OSD setup menu, select <System>, and then select <Date/Time>... -
Page 20: Daylight Saving Time
DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.4.2 Daylight Saving Time Daylight Saving Time The item is for people who live in certain regions to observe 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. -
Page 21: Record Schedule / Quality Setting
DVRN960 User’s Manual NOTE: The <Time Zone> must be set to the correct local time zone or the <Network Time Protocol Setup> will not be accessible. Network Time Protocol Setup After the time zone is setup, <Network Time Protocol Setup> will be accessible. -
Page 22: Record Mode Setup
DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.5.1 Record Mode Setup The Record Mode Setup menu allows users to setup record resolution, etc. The related record settings, such as preset configuration, will follow the record mode setting. The menu is displayed as the following. Record Mode Setup Record Resolution Record Format... -
Page 23: Schedule Setup
DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.5.2 Schedule Setup The Schedule Setup is used to set the day and night time, or weekend recording schedule. Select <Schedule Setup> from the Record menu; the following menu is displayed. Schedule Setup Day Time Start AM 06:00 Day Time End PM 06:00 Night Time Start... -
Page 24: Ezrecord Setup
DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.5.4 ezRecord Setup This item aims to ease the complicated record settings, and to make the setup much easier. Note that this item is only accessible when <ezRecord> is selected as the option for <Preset Config>. Select <ezRecord Setup> from <Record>, the sub-menu appears as below. ezRecord Setup How Many Days To Record 7 Days... -
Page 25: Advance Schedule Setup
DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.5.5 Advance Schedule Setup When <Adv. Schedule> is selected as the option for <Preset Config>, users need to further configure the schedule and recording setting under this menu. The Advance Schedule setup menu is shown as below. Advance Schedule Setup Schedule Table Recording Profile Setup... -
Page 26: Recording Profile Setup
DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.5.5.2 Recording Profile Setup Enter this menu to setup normal and event recording options for Profile 1, Profile 2 and Profile 3 for each channel. Follow the steps below to complete the setting. Recording Profile Setup Cameral Select CH01 Profile 1 Profile 2... -
Page 27: Data Lifetime Setup
DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.5.6 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 searched for playback. The video exceeds Data Lifetime will be hidden and cannot be retrieved for playback. -
Page 28: Circular Recording
DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.5.7 Circular Recording Users can choose to record video in circular mode or in linear mode. If circular mode is selected, the DVR will store new videos into the HDD spaces while overwriting the oldest recorded videos. Alternatively, if linear mode is selected, the DVR will stop recording when the HDD is full. -
Page 29: Event Setting
DVRN960 User’s Manual Start to Purge After the video or data to be deleted are selected, set this item to <Yes> to start the deletion or choose <No> to cancel. Event Setting This menu allows users to determine the behaviors of the DVR in response to alarm events. -
Page 30: Alert Notification Setup
DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.6.3 Alert Notification Setup This function allows users to send alert notifications to the CMS software which had been installed to users’ computer. For further setup instruction at the CMS side, please refer to the CMS user’s manual. Alert Notification Setup Alert Configuration Set Alert Notification... -
Page 31: Event Full Screen
DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.6.4 Event Full Screen This function allows the DVR to display the alarm channel in full-screen size when an alarm is triggered. Select <None> to disable this function; select <Main> to display the alarm channel on Main Monitor when an alarm is triggered;... -
Page 32: Motion Detect
DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.6.6.3 Motion Detect This item allows users to enable / disable the motion detection function of the DVR. Select <On> to enable Motion Detect alarm events, or <Off> to disable. If motion detection function is enabled, it is required to define motion detection parameters, such as detection area and sensitivity settings in <Detection Config>. -
Page 33: Alarm In
DVRN960 User’s Manual Area Threshold <Area Threshold> indicates the motion trigger level. If the percentage of the triggered grids from the total detection area is greater than the set value, the motion alarm will be triggered. For example, if 10 girds are selected and the <Area Threshold> value is 70%, the motion alarm will be triggered when 7 grids are motion-detected. -
Page 34: E-Mail Management
DVRN960 User’s Manual 3.6.7 E-mail Management Users can setup three sets of e-mails for receiving event/alarm notices. Follow the brief steps below to setup the e-mail management setting. NOTE: In order to successfully send a notification e-mail, be sure that the DVR is connecting to the internet. -
Page 35: Basic Operation
DVRN960 User’s Manual Basic Operation This chapter will introduce the general operations of the DVR. View Live / Playback Video The general functions in Live and Playback mode are described in the following sections. 4.1.1 Viewing Modes The DVR provides users several display modes. Click on any CHANNEL directly to view the corresponding camera in full-screen mode. -
Page 36: Camera Info
DVRN960 User’s Manual 4.1.3 Camera Info When users move the cursor to the camera title at the top center of each channel, the camera information will be displayed. The information includes the type of camera, FPS, quality, resolution, and video format of the camera. 4.1.4 View Live Cameras Users are allowed to view live camera in versatile viewing modes, including... -
Page 37: Playback Control Panel
DVRN960 User’s Manual Playback Control Panel The Playback Control Panel will be displayed during the playback. Refer to the following description for each control item. Time Bar: The time bar will show available normal videos in yellow, while the event videos will be displayed in red. Users can directly click on the time bar to select the preferred playback time. -
Page 38: Pause Playback And Single Step Forward
DVRN960 User’s Manual 12hr: Click on this icon to scale the time bar by 12 hours. 4hr: Click on this icon to scale the time bar by 4 hours. NOTE: Users can also click and drag the time slider bar to select a preferred playback video time. -
Page 39: Capture Snapshots
DVRN960 User’s Manual 4.1.6 Capture Snapshots When the Playback video of a single channel display is paused, users can click on the Enter icon in the Live Panel to capture and export snapshots to an external storage device, excluding optical drives. Note that the system log will keep a record of any snapshot exportation. -
Page 40: Search Recorded Video
DVRN960 User’s Manual Search Recorded Video The DVR is capable of searching and playing back the recorded videos by date / time or events. To search by time, select a specific date and time of the wanted video. To search by event, select the event type and channels to display the event list. -
Page 41: Calendar Search
DVRN960 User’s Manual 4.3.2 Calendar Search Follow the steps below to search recorded video via Calendar Search. Select <Calendar Search>, and the following menu will be displayed. Select any date shown in underlined font, which indicates the recording data are available. -
Page 42: Search By Event
DVRN960 User’s Manual 4.3.3 Search by Event Follow the steps below to search event video through Event List. Adjust date / time next to <From> and <End> under <Search By Event> to specify time range of the event search. ... -
Page 43: Video Export
DVRN960 User’s Manual Video Export The following sections will show how to export video through the OSD setup menu and via the quick export function. Note that the system log will keep records of all video exportations, including duration, start time, and end time. NOTE: Make sure an external storage device is available and connected to the appropriate port for video export. -
Page 44: Select The External Device
DVRN960 User’s Manual 4.4.1.1 Select the External Device The available external devices for exporting video will be listed by name and free size in the Select Device menu, which is displayed as follows. Select Device Device Name Available xxx-xxx-x-x-xx 256 MB xx-xxx-xx-xxxx 1.5 GB NOTE: The DVR only exports files to external USB drives with FAT32... -
Page 45: Digital Signature
DVRN960 User’s Manual From / To Time The items are used to set the time which data export begins and ends. Click to choose date / time and scroll the mouse wheel to adjust the values. Select Events Click on this item to display the event list. Set <Sel> column of the exporting event(s) to <YES>. -
Page 46: Begin Export
DVRN960 User’s Manual 4.4.1.4 Begin Export Set this item to <Yes> and the DVR will prepare to export the select recorded video. The Backup Confirmation window will be displayed for users to double confirm data of the exporting video. Click <Yes> to begin the exportation. 4.4.2 Quick Video Export In the Playback Control Panel, the Copy icon allows users to easily export the... -
Page 47: Export Normal Video
DVRN960 User’s Manual 4.4.3 Export Normal Video To export normal video to external devices, follow these steps: Click on the Search icon in the Live Panel, and playback the preferred normal video. Refer to section Search by Time or Calendar Search for information about normal video playback. -
Page 48: Export Event Video
DVRN960 User’s Manual 4.4.4 Export Event Video To export event video, follow these steps: Click on the Search icon in the Live Panel, and playback the preferred event video. Refer to section Searching by Event for information about event playback. ... -
Page 49: Dome Protocol Setup
DVRN960 User’s Manual 4.5.2 Dome Protocol Setup The Dome Protocol item lists the available dome protocols for communicating with dome cameras connected to the DVR. From the OSD setup menu, select <Camera> and the following menu is displayed. Camera Analog Camera Select CH01 Dome Protocol None... -
Page 50: Dome Control Buttons
DVRN960 User’s Manual NOTE: The changed settings take effect after users exit the setup menu. 4.5.4 Dome Control Buttons After the DVR is in Dome Control mode, a Dome Control Panel will be displayed. The control buttons are: Iris Close/Open, Focus Far/Near, Zoom Out/In, Preset, Live, Pan/Tilt Speed, Direction buttons, and Auto Focus. -
Page 51: Set Preset Points
DVRN960 User’s Manual Pan/Tilt Speed Users can select preferred pan/tilt speed. Direction Buttons Click on the buttons to pan and tilt the lens of selected dome camera. Auto Focus Click on this button to automatically adjust focus of the dome camera. 4.5.5 Set Preset Points The DVR allows users to set preset positions. -
Page 52: Run Dome Camera Tour
DVRN960 User’s Manual Click on the Preset button on the Dome Control Panel to access the Set/Go Preset function. A numeral keyboard will be displayed. Input a desired preset number. Click on the <Go Preset> button to call the preset point. Then, the selected dome camera will rotate to the preset position automatically. -
Page 53: Remote Monitoring Software
DVRN960 User’s Manual Remote Monitoring Software The remote monitoring software is a remote browser-based software designed to operate with the DVR products. By 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. -
Page 54: Software Installation
DVRN960 User’s Manual Software Installation Before operating the remote monitoring software, please first find out the IP address of the DVR. To find the IP address, enter the OSD setup menu and select <System> <Network Setup> <LAN Setup> <IP>. Refer to the following description to install the remote monitoring software. - Page 55 DVRN960 User’s Manual 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. ...
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Page 56: Install The Remote Monitoring Software
DVRN960 User’s Manual 5.2.2 Install the Remote Monitoring Software With the IP address of the DVR, the next step is to install the remote monitoring software via connecting to the DVR. Follow the steps below. Enter the IP address of the DVR in the address bar of the web browser. The IP address of the DVR can be saved as a Favorites item in the web browser to enable easy access in the future. -
Page 57: Login / Logout
DVRN960 User’s Manual 5.2.2.1 Login / Logout Login with the same accounts setup in the DVR. The authority level of the accounts is also the same as what was setup in the DVR. One preset account “admin” and up to two other accounts can access a DVR at the same time. -
Page 58: Software Upgrades
DVRN960 User’s Manual 5.2.2.2 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. -
Page 59: Select Display Mode
DVRN960 User’s Manual 5.3.1.1 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. -
Page 60: Digital Zoom Of Camera Display
DVRN960 User’s Manual 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 by using the adjusting buttons. Zoom-in to enlarge a certain area and zoom-out to view more area. -
Page 61: Instant Recording
DVRN960 User’s Manual 5.3.2 Instant Recording The Instant Recording function allows users to record video quickly to the PC. NOTE: The Audio function is set to OFF by default. 5.3.2.1 Record Video Instantly Follow the steps to start recording instantly: ... -
Page 62: Playback Remote Video
DVRN960 User’s Manual 5.3.3.1 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. -
Page 63: Playback Local *.Drv Files
DVRN960 User’s Manual 5.3.3.2 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. ... -
Page 64: Verify Digital Signature
DVRN960 User’s Manual 5.3.4 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. ... -
Page 65: Take A Snapshot
DVRN960 User’s Manual 5.3.6 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. -
Page 66: Normal And Dual Streaming
DVRN960 User’s Manual 5.3.8 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. -
Page 67: Remote Monitoring Software Troubleshooting
DVRN960 User’s Manual Remotely Reboot Also from the Configuration window, access the Shutdown menu as shown below. Then click on the Execute button to remotely reboot the DVR. 5.3.10 Remote Monitoring Software Troubleshooting 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. - Page 68 DVRN960 User’s Manual Click the <Delete Files> button in the <Temporary Internet Files> field; the <Delete Files> window 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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Page 69: Appendix A: Keyboard Access Sketch
DVRN960 User’s Manual Appendix A: Keyboard Access Sketch The following sketch shows the keys used to access and control the connected DVR. -
Page 70: Appendix B: Remote Controller
DVRN960 User’s Manual Appendix B: Remote Controller The operational function keys on the remote control are listed as below figure:... - Page 71 DVRN960 User’s Manual The keys of the remote control function as the icons of the Live Panel of the DVR. The only difference between the two 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.
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Page 72: Appendix: Setup A Dvr Behind A Router
DVRN960 User’s Manual Appendix: Setup a DVR Behind a Router This appendix describes how to set up a router if the DVR connects to the internet via a router. To properly operate a web server, e.g. a DVR, users have to set up both the IP and port of the DVR, which are essential for data and command transmission. - Page 73 DVRN960 User’s Manual Following is an example of how the router should be set. Router DVR 1 DVR 2 (D-Link DI-724P+) IP: 192.168.0.100 IP: 192.168.0.167 IP: 192.168.0.200 WAN IP: 218.160.54.13 Trigger port: 80 Trigger port: 81 LAN IP: 192.168.0.1 To change the setting of the router, a PC with web browser is required. ...
- Page 74 DVRN960 User’s Manual A. Select <Enabled> to set up the service. B. Enter the name of the setting in the Name field: DVR 1. C. Enter Private IP: 167 D. Choose <TCP> as the Protocol Type. E. Enter Private Port: 80. F.
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