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- Page 1 ProConnect High Definition Network Video Recorder User Manual...
- Page 2 The information in this publication is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind. The entire risk arising out of the use of this information remains with recipient. In no event shall AVERTX be liable for any direct, consequential, incidental, special, punitive, or other damages...
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Page 3: Standard Warranty
Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources such as cost. If Avertx determines that the product should be replaced, it may do radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products that produce heat. -
Page 4: Battery Explosion Caution Statement
• If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating LOCATING instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other Place this unit on a level surface. Do not use it on a shaky or unstable controls may result in damage and will often require extensive surface such as a wobbling table or inclined stand. - Page 5 Do not use the recorder when moisture condensation may occur. WARNING If the recorder is used in such a situation, it may damage discs and internal parts. Remove any CD discs, connect the power cord of the recorder to the TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE wall outlet, turn on the recorder, and leave it for two to three hours.
- Page 6 USERS OF THE PRODUCT ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CHECKING AND COMPLYING WITH ALL FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL LAWS AND STATUTES CONCERNING THE MONITORING AND RECORDING OF VIDEO AND AUDIO SIGNALS. AVERTX SHALL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN VIOLATION OF CURRENT LAWS AND STATUTES.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Product Description ........................................ 10 Features ..........................................10 Controls and Connections ...................................... 11 ProConnect Front Panel ....................................11 ProConnect Rear Panel (8 Channel) ................................11 ProConnect Rear Panel (16 Channel) ................................12 Getting Started ........................................13 Box Contents ........................................13 Keyboard Setup ....................................... 14 Mouse Setup ........................................ - Page 8 Licensing ........................................25 Software Update ......................................25 Networking ........................................26 User Management ....................................27 Remote Connection ......................................28 Advanced Network Management .................................... 29 Direct Connection via Port Forwarding ................................29 Live Screen Viewing Pane ...................................... 30 Navigation Bar ......................................... 31 Right-Click Menu ......................................
- Page 9 Export Image Locally ....................................38 Export Video Clip Locally ..................................38 Export Video Clip to Cloud Video Archive ..............................39 How Do I View Exported Video Clips in AvertX Connect? ..........................39 35146AA...
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Page 10: Introduction
• Support for all major Windows and Mac browsers with no plug- ins to install To learn more about the ProConnect model recorder or the rest of • recorder lineup visit www.AvertX.com. Mobile apps available for Android, iOS and Apple TV... -
Page 11: Controls And Connections
CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS ProConnect Front Panel USB 2.0 ProConnect Rear Panel (8 Channel) HDMI Internet NIC Audio In RS-232 PoE Ports Power Switch USB 3.0 HDMI Reset Switch Power Input External Alarm I / O Switch NIC Audio Out 35146AA... -
Page 12: Proconnect Rear Panel (16 Channel)
ProConnect Rear Panel (16 Channel) Audio In PoE Ports Internet NIC Power Input USB 3.0 External Alarm I / O HDMI Reset Switch Power Switch Switch NIC Audio Out 35146AA... -
Page 13: Getting Started
Box Contents AvertX ProConnect recorders come with a power cord, keyboard and mouse. A QuickStart guide and other necessary documentation are also included. Identify the following components to make sure everything has been properly included with your new recorder. If any of the following items are missing, contact the dealer to arrange a replacement. -
Page 14: Keyboard Setup
Mouse Setup Keyboard Setup To attach the mouse to your recorder, connect the mouse to a USB port To attach the keyboard, connect the keyboard to a USB port located on located on the back of the machine. the back of the recorder. In this manual: Click means to position the mouse cursor over an item and to single click the left button. -
Page 15: Monitor Setup
Port These connections are available to connect a monitor: The ProConnect recorder is equipped with an on-board Power over Ethernet (PoE) switch for use with PoE IP cameras. PoE cameras are to the recorder using the PoE switch and begin displaying video... -
Page 16: Setting Up The Recorder For The First Time
The External Switch NIC is intended for use with a dedicated camera network with an accessory PoE Switch. Startup is complete when the ProConnect software is finished loading and displays the main login screen. Connect the supplied keyboard and mouse using the rear USB ports. -
Page 17: Web Interface System Requirements
Broadband internet connection (25 Mb/s download, 5 Mb/s upload) The Web Interface can be accessed from the local area network by typing in the recorder’s IP address, or over the internet via AvertX Connect. For more information about configuring AvertX Connect, see the Web Services Account section of this manual. -
Page 18: Installation And Setup
Use Camera Management to perform basic and advanced camera functions. Default Administrator Username / Password Update Image When ProConnect is launched, you will be prompted to login. The default Administrator username and password are as follows: Add Cameras Username: admin Password: 1234... -
Page 19: Add Cameras
Username / Password – the necessary credentials to access the camera. Camera Auto-Discovery ProConnect recorders automatically configure cameras attached to the onboard PoE switch. Cameras not connected to the PoE switch will automatically be discovered, but need to be configured via the Add Camera menu. -
Page 20: Add Cameras Manually
Click Apply, and then click Save. Enter the appropriate connection information to add the camera. Note Cameras can be added using AvertX, ONVIF or RTSP protocols. If RTSP is selected, the stream URLs need to be input manually. Consult your camera manufacturer’s documentation for URL stream information. -
Page 21: Image Settings
Update Image – Update the thumbnail image for this camera to the use for motion detection. These streams are also used as high, current live view. medium, and low quality streams in the live view. Live / Recording Image Settings The Live Recording tab displays Recording Options, which determines The Image Settings tab displays Picture Adjustment Settings and when and how the camera will record. -
Page 22: Advanced Camera Management
Motion AvertX cameras are set to register motion as events in the video timeline. By default, the entire camera will be configured as a motion area. You can customize areas of the field of view that will register motion events. -
Page 23: Settings
Click Export. When prompted, Save the exported configuration file. Note In the ProConnect Web Interface, the default location to save the .zip archive file is in the Downloads folder. To import recorder configuration settings: Click Setup, and then click the Settings tab. -
Page 24: Storage
Remote Assist Session • The Certificate Thumbprint from the ProConnect recorder The Remote Assist Session enables an AvertX Technical Support agent Note The DSV is a small utility that allows you to validate that the to remotely control your recorder, allowing them to assist you with file has not been tampered with. -
Page 25: Licensing
Software Update Licensing By default, ProConnect will allow you to download and install updates Note Your ProConnect software will be preregistered from the direct from AvertX Connect. Updates can also be performed manually factory and automatically pull licenses from the cloud if via selected files or custom URLs. -
Page 26: Networking
Adapters Video Streaming This tab displays the Internet NIC and Ext Switch NIC available on the Designate the video streaming transport type for global IP network ProConnect recorders. traffic: TPC or UDP To make changes to a NIC: Diagnostics Click Setup, and then click the Networking tab. -
Page 27: User Management
Click the Power Cycle icon in the row for the desired PoE camera. User Management AvertX strongly recommends that you manage users through AvertX Connect rather than on the local recorder. If the device is Web Services enabled you will need to log in to Web Services User Management to manage users who have access to the recorder. -
Page 28: Remote Connection
Remote Connection Power On / Restart AvertX Connect AvertX Connect is a cloud based service that enables you to turn your recorder into a cohesive platform, with online user and recorder management features. To begin using AvertX Connect, you will need to create an AvertX Connect account. -
Page 29: Advanced Network Management
Register ProConnect to Your AvertX Connect Account. MANAGEMENT Access the router used for internet communication and forward TCP port 80 to the internal address of the ProConnect Software recorder. Direct Connection via Port From AvertX Connect, click My Recorders, and then click the Forwarding Settings Icon next to the name of the desired recorder. -
Page 30: Live Screen Viewing Pane
LIVE SCREEN VIEWING PANE The Live screen displays the camera list and live video. Customize the Live screen to view specific cameras in different layouts. Stream Grid (high or low Control View Main Menu Full Screen Camera List Camera Tile Viewing Pane Camera List –... -
Page 31: Navigation Bar
Live —OR— Settings User Screen Drag one camera tile over in the Viewing Pane to swap their locations. Link to AvertX Info Search Screen Remove Camera Connect Right-click in the desired camera tile to display the right-click Right-Click Menu menu, and then click Remove or Remove All. -
Page 32: How Do I Adjust The Live Screen View
Digital zoom can be used in the Live screen or the Search screen. In the Live screen, click View. Click the desired view. The Live Screen view will automatically Note Digital Zoom is currently only supported in the ProConnect apply. Web Interface Note Choose from aspect ratios of 4:3 or 16:9, and choose a format Click to select the desired Camera Tile. -
Page 33: Performing A Search
Timebar Search Bar. the ProConnect Web Interface. Click the Grid button. Click on the desired grid. Three different searches are available in ProConnect software: Assign the available cameras to the desired camera tiles. • Date/Time Search – standard search feature available only through the local recorder (ProConnect Console). -
Page 34: How Do I Perform A Timebar Search (Web Interface Only)
How do I Perform a Timebar Search (Web Interface Only) Full Screen Stream Grid view Camera List Thumbnail Timeline Timeline Search Bar Search Search 35146AA... -
Page 35: Timebar Search Bar Playback Controls
Timebar Search Bar Playback Controls Pause / Stop Play Backward Play Forward Timeline zoom Skip Backward Skip Forward Timeline Search Playback Speed Export Thumbnail Date Picker Time Picker Search Date and Time Picker – Use to designate a date and time to search Note recorded video. -
Page 36: Perform A Timebar Search
Perform a Timebar Search Customize the camera tile grid in the Search Screen Viewing Pane if desired. Select a Date (and time) from the Timebar Search Date Picker. On the Preview Search Bar, click the Timebar Search Date Picker. Select the desired Date (and specific time), and then the timeline will update automatically. -
Page 37: How Do I Perform A Preview Search (Web Interface Only)
How do I Perform a Preview Search (Web Interface Only) Number of Time Range On-Screen Thumbnails Display Toggle Preview Timeline Video Timeline Search Bar Search Search Interval Time Range – Time interval between the first and last thumbnail. Video Interval – Display of the exact start and end time for the Preview Search Bar Playback Controls designated interval. -
Page 38: Perform A Preview Search
Preview Search Date Picker – Calendar display tool for choosing During a Timebar Search, you have the option to export an image or a Preview Search Dates. video clip. Resulting image files can be saved locally. Perform a Preview Search Resulting video files can be saved locally OR remotely to your Web Select a camera from the Camera List. -
Page 39: Export Video Clip To Cloud Video Archive
How Do I View Exported Video Clips in AvertX Connect? AvertX Connect allows you to view video clips exported during a search. These clips are stored in the Video Archive and can be watched, shared, and downloaded. Export Video Clip to Cloud Video Archive Exporting a video clip remotely saves the clip in your Web Services account. - Page 40 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced by any means without written permission from AvertX. The information in this publication is believed to be accurate in all respects. However, AvertX cannot assume responsibility for any consequences resulting from the use thereof.
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