4000 C Series NVR Installation Guide T R A N S F O R M I N G T H E W A Y Y O U V I E W Y O U R B U S I N E S S...
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Anti-Static Precautions ............................iv Servicing Notice ..............................v Shipping Notice ..............................v Environmental Directive Compliance ........................v 4000 C Series NVR Overview ......................... 1 Key Features ................................1 Packaging/Shipment Contents ..........................2 Specifications ................................3 Dimensions, Weight, Temperature Ranges, and Power Ratings ..............3 Video Capture Rates ............................
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4000 C Series NVR Installation Guide Unit Setup ............................13 Setting the Station ID ............................13 Mounting the Docking Station ..........................14 Rack-Mounting ..............................14 Wall-Mounting ..............................15 Desk-Mounting ..............................18 Installing Hard Drives ............................19 Turning the Unit On and Off ..........................20...
Mandatory Regulations You must be familiar with the following mandatory regulations governing the product’s operations. You should also adhere to these instructions to ensure the installation meets regulatory compliance. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Information Canada - Industry Canada This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
4000 C Series NVR Installation Guide Battery Notices NiCd Battery Pack Notice The unit contains an internal NiCd battery pack that is used during power shortages. The NiCd battery pack may explode, leak, or get hot, causing personal injury if the following precautions are not followed: •...
Environmental Directive Compliance March Networks is committed to doing our part to protect the environment. As a result, we have embraced the RoHS and WEEE Directives in the design and manufacture of our products. You can review further details at the following location on our corporate Web site: http://www.marchnetworks.com/User_Files/Downloads/Products/RoHS-WEEE_Compliance_Statement_EN.pdf...
Section 4000 C Series NVR Overview The 4000 C Series NVRs are converged video management platforms, providing analog and high-resolution IP camera support, outstanding video compression and storage, and R Visual Intelligence applications for superior surveillance and operational efficiency. NVR Sliding Out of Docking Station...
4000 C Series NVR Installation Guide • Advanced networking features for unlimited scalability and dependable remote access. • Advanced health management features for centralized support and maximum up-time. Packaging/Shipment Contents The following items are included in each system shipment, and should be located/verified before installation begins: •...
4000 C Series NVR Installation Guide Video Capture Rates The following illustration and table provide details on the video inputs and associated video capture rates. Details on connecting cameras are provided in “Video Inputs, Video Termination Switches, and LEDs” on page 7 and “PCI Expansion Slots” on page 10.
4000 C Series NVR Overview Front Panel LEDs Feature Specifications Front Panel LEDs The LEDs indicate the unit’s status, as outlined below: LEDs marked Unit Green: The unit is operating properly. Yellow: The unit is powering up, powering down, or operating on internal battery.
4000 C Series NVR Installation Guide Keyed Power Switch, Provisioning Port, and USB Port Feature Specifications Keyed Power Switch Provisioning USB Port Port Keyed power switch When the unit is powered on, the locking mechanism prevents the unit from being undocked. Turning the key to the left initiates shut down.
4000 C Series NVR Overview Video Inputs, Video Termination Switches, and LEDs Feature Specifications Video Inputs Video Inputs Video Inputs Video Inputs (Camera Group 1) (Camera Group 2) (Camera Group 3) (Camera Group 4) Video Termination Switch and LED (One for Each Video Input)
4000 C Series NVR Installation Guide Power Connector and Fuse Compartment Feature Specifications Fuse Compartment Power Connector Details: • Connects the docking station to a power source via a connected power cord. Power connector • For the unit’s power ratings, see “Specifications” on page 3.
4000 C Series NVR Overview Network Port, USB Port, and Video Output Feature Specifications Video Output USB Port Network Port and LEDs Connector: Ethernet port on RJ-45 connector Details: • 10/100 BaseT auto-negotiated Ethernet connection on a standard network pinout.
4000 C Series NVR Installation Guide Expansion Port Feature Specifications Expansion Port Connector: 15-pin D-sub connector Details: Expansion port • Allows you to connect an optional alarm and switch module. For more information, see the Installing an Alarm and Switch Module Technical Instructions accompanying the module.
4000 C Series NVR Overview Hard Drives Feature Specifications Hard Drive Note: This illustration shows one installed hard drive. You can optionally install up to four hard drives. • The unit uses standard parallel ATA hard drive technology. • The unit uses hard drive SMART monitoring for hard drive health Hard drives status and early detection of possible faults.
NiCd battery pack The unit will perform a graceful shut down if power is removed for more than 30 seconds. • Custom NiCd battery pack supplied by March Networks. Lithium battery • Provides backup power for the unit’s clock. WARNING! •...
Section Unit Setup This section provides setup steps, which include the following tasks: • Setting the station ID • Mounting the docking station • Installing hard drives (optional) • Turning on the unit Once the preliminary setup is complete, specify the recorder’s initial configurations using the unit’s provisioning interface.
4000 C Series NVR Installation Guide Mounting the Docking Station There are three methods for mounting the docking station: rack-mounting, wall-mounting, and desk- mounting. Choose the mounting method that best suits the location: Mounting method Advantages • Supports standard 19" rack-mounting (2U high).
Unit Setup Wall-Mounting Wall-mount the docking station using the provided brackets. WARNING! • Ensure the location where you wall-mount the unit can fully support the unit’s weight. For information about the unit’s weight, see “Specifications” on page 3. • Do not use the desk-mounting holes to mount the unit to the wall. •...
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4000 C Series NVR Installation Guide Items Required to Wall-Mount the Docking Station The following items are required to wall-mount the docking station: • Mounting screws — Pan head, sheet metal screw, #14 x 1.5 inch, steel, four screws required.
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Unit Setup Lift up the docking station and hang it on the upper mounting screws. Do not tighten the screws at this time. Mark the locations of the two lower mounting holes. Use the brackets to mark the lower mounting screw locations.
4000 C Series NVR Installation Guide Desk-Mounting Desk-mount the docking station using the provided desk-mounting kit. Attach the four rubber feet to the bottom of the docking station using the provided screws. WARNING! • To ensure the unit and docking station meet the recommended operating temperature, the unit and docking station must be desk-mounted in a location that ensures the unit is unobstructed on all sides.
Unit Setup Installing Hard Drives Follow this procedure to install a hard drive, or to install additional drives (up to four). WARNING! • The procedure contained in this section outlines how to install components located inside the unit, requiring the removal of the cover. This procedure is to be performed by qualified service personnel only. •...
4000 C Series NVR Installation Guide Turning the Unit On and Off When you turn the unit on, first ensure the AC power cord is plugged into the docking station. Connecting the AC Power Cord Figure 4: To turn the unit on and off Insert the key into the lock.
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Glossary Docking Station A metal frame that holds the recorder in place. All main device connections, including the required connection to a camera and power source are made to the docking station — not the recorder — allowing device cables to remain in place when the recorder is serviced, or undocked. Electromagnetic interference.
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4000 C Series NVR Installation Guide Recorder Devices at your site that capture, store, and stream audio, video, and text data from connected devices. SMART Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology. An interface between the recorder and the hard drive. Universal serial bus. An interface between the recorder and add-on devices.
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Index Anti-static precautions..........iv Key ............... 6, 20 Battery LEDs mandatory regulations........iv front panel............5 notices ..............iv rear..............7 Lithium battery About ..............12 notice ..............iv Capture rates ............. 4 Consumption ............. 3 Current rating............3 Mandatory regulations..........iii Mounting the docking station.......
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4000 C Series NVR Installation Guide Rack-mounting ............14 Recorder dimensions............3 introduction............1 powering ............20 temperature ............3 weight..............3 Regulations .............. iii Shipping Notice ............v Station ID setting ............... 13 Storage .............. 11, 19 USB port front ..............6 rear..............
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