Desktop/wall mount, 8/16 channel digital video recorder with 960h resolution (100 pages)
Summary of Contents for Speco 16TH
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Digital Video Recorder Family With Network/DDNS Video Server DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 DVR-4TH DVR-8TH DVR-16TH User’s Manual 1-800-645-5516 200 New Highway Amityville, NY 11701 www.specotech.com ®...
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User’s Manual DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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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. Caution and Preventive Tips DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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 Viewing Live/ Playback Video ...37 4.1.1 Viewing Modes...37 4.1.2 Digital Zoom...38 4.1.3 Viewing Live Cameras ...38 Table of Contents DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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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 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Select the External Device ...47 Select Video for Exporting...47 Digital Signature...48 Erase Disc...49...
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Password Protection ...68 Account Setup...68 Authority Setup ...68 Load Default Setting ...69 LAN Select ...70 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 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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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 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Network Restart ...73 Modem Setup...74 Dial-in Setup ...74 Dial-out Setup ...76 Dial Port Selection ...79 Trigger Port ...79...
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Management Port ...95 Streaming Format ...95 Advance Streaming Option ...95 Streaming Port ...95 Streaming Protocol...96 IP Dome Protocol...96 Device Setup...96 Product ID ...97 Image Resolution/ FPS/ Compression/ Quality ...97 Sharpness/ Brightness/ Contrast/ Saturation/Hue...97 Apply...97 Activated ...98 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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5.5.1 Main / Call Monitor Dwell ...107 5.5.2 Main / Call Monitor Schedule ...107 Event Setup ...108 5.6.1 Internal Buzzer...108 5.6.2 Event Icon ...108 5.6.3 Email Notice...108 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Status ...98 Record Resolution ...99 Record Format ...100 Max Rec. PPS...100 Day / Night Time Start / End...100...
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Detected Area Setup... 111 Sensitivity... 112 Area Threshold ... 112 Alarm In ... 112 Alarm Out... 112 Digital Deterrent – Day/ Night/ Weekend ... 113 Copy Destination... 119 Configuration Name ... 119 Begin Export ... 119 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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Remote Monitoring System Requirements ...130 Software Installation...131 6.2.1 Change Internet Settings ...131 6.2.2 Install Remote Monitoring Software ...133 6.2.2.1 6.2.2.2 Basic Operation for Remote Monitor...135 6.3.1 View Live Video...135 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Login / Logout ...134 Software Upgrades ...135...
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Appendix K: Connect to External Storage Device ...174 Select Display Mode ...136 Operate Cameras with Dome Control ...136 Record Video Instantly ...137 Playback Instant Recorded Video ...137 Playback Remote Video...138 Playback Local *.drv Files ...139 Playback Controls ...139 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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...
DVR-16TH 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.
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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. 2009/10/22 PM 04:31:55 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series...
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.
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NOTE: Please go to the <System Setup> menu to enable or disable the password protection. ® , etc. For more detailed operating <User Management> DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
Note that single-step playback is for JPEG recoding only. 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.
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> <User Management> and the menu is as the following:...
Maxtor Western Digital 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.
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<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.
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”. Date/Time 2009/02/21 PM10:39:26 1 Row Y/M/D 24 HR DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
IP cameras to be connected. The supported channels of IP cameras will be from the largest numbers, for example CH16 for 16ch models. <Date/ Time> <Time Zone>. Refer to below <Date/ Time> <Network Time Protocol <IP Camera Support> SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 IP Camera CH16 CH16 X.X.X.X...
<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. Connection Setup RTP+RTSP DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 **** **** MPEG4 NONE...
After the connection to the IP camera is activated, users can check the connection status. The menu will be shown as below. Model Streaming Format Resolution Bandwidth Pkg. lost rate The information shown on the monitor is “read only”. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Status **** MPEG4 640x480 20 KB/Sec 0.1%...
Day Time End Night Time Start Night Time End Weekend Schedule Weekend Start Weekend End Record Setup Best Quality Schedule Setup AM 06:00 PM 18:00 PM 18:00 AM 06:00 Fri 18:00 Mon 06:00 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 15 Sec...
<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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
• 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. Per Camera Config Night Weekend Best Best Best Best Both Both SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Best Best Both DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series...
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. Viewing Live/ Playback Video The general functions in live and playback mode are described in the sections that follow.
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
• Press FREEZE again to resume the playback operation. NOTE: Single step backward is available in JPEG recording only. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 IGHT keys to move the recorded video a single step...
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.
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.
• Note that the time blocks highlighted in red represent events occurred. • Select <Begin Playback> and press ENTER to start playing back selected video. Calendar Search ← November 2009 → From End 4 Nov 2009 06:19:45 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Smart Search 2009/01/01 AM00:00:00...
• 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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Text Query Page Item...
From the Main menu, select <Video Export> and press ENTER. The menu is displayed below. Select Device Select Ch: From: Select Events Data Type Export Format Digital Signature Erase Disc Begin Export Video Export CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 2009/03/19 AM07:50:05 2009/03/28 PM03:09:18 Normal DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 ® or a...
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.
Make sure that an external storage device, such as a USB Hard Drive or USB ® ThumbDrive For more information about verifying a digital signature, see appendix Verifying Digital Signature. , is available and connected to the appropriate port for export. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
OSD setup menu. The ezBurn export process is illustrated as the following: The process is described step by step in the following sections. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 ® ®...
ESC: NO Press CH N to assign Digital Deterrent File Sound_N No exportable device detected. Please install the target device/mediato the DVR. Enter: Retry ESC: Exit Press CH N to assign Digital Deterrent File Sound_N DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 ezBurn confirmation Selected Device: Built-in-DVD+RW All data on the disc will be erased.
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.
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.
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.
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.
• Click on the <Go Preset> button to call the preset point. • Now the selected dome camera will rotate to the preset position automatically. Clear Clear Set Preset Go Preset Exit Set Preset Go Preset Exit DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Manual Digital Deterrent PRESS THE DESIRED CHANNEL TO TRIGGER DIGITAL DETERRENT.
The UPnP NAT traversal function will help to automatically setup a router if the DVR connects to the internet via a router. <UPnP Setup>. The menu is as the following: UPnP Setup <Control Panel> <Add or Remove Programs>. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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.
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.
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”. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 << >> Space...
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”. System Setup System/Version Info xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx xx-xx-xx-xx-xx-xx xx-xx-xx-xx-xx-xx SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 English Graphic xxxxxxx NTSC xx-xx-xx DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series...
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. Upgrade Version xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx 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.
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. Date/Time 2008/02/21 10:39:26 1 Row Y/M/D 24 HR DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
“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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 <Manually Time Sync> and synchronize the local...
Manually Time Sync 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. Network Time Protocol Setup time.nist.gov DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
• 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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Unit Name <<...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Authority Setup System Setup...
ENTER for setting the parameters; the menu displays as follows. DHCP Netmask Gateway PPPoE Account PPPoE Password PPPoE Max Idle Connect At Booting Network Restart Network Setup LAN Setup 192.168.1.150 255.255.255.0 192.168.1.1 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 0.0.0.0 35min...
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”.
• 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. PPPoE Account << >> Space Back V W X Cancel DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Network restart…………………….….
Dial-in Max Time 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.
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• 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>.
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.
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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>.
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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 Account << >> Space Back V W X Cancel DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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.
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>. to 4 item will be discussed in section Network Restart. SMTP Setup ” symbol indicating that the √ DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
• 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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 SMTP Server <<...
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. DDNS Setup...
• 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.
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.
<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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Audio Output/ Key Beep Live/PB...
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 Notice!! DVR must reboot to apply the change ENTER: Yes ESC: No DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
CRT CCTV monitor, set this item to <Fit BNC>; or set this item to <Fit VGA> for PC monitor. CH10 CH13 CH14 <Wrong Setting> DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Monitor Setup After switching to CH11 CH12 <Fit VGA> mode.
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
ID number must match the ID address set by the dome. Analog Camera Analog Camera Select Dome Protocol Dome ID Camera Title Covert/Privacy Mask Termination Brightness Contrast Saturation Audio Association Copy Settings CH01 None DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Camera Title <<...
<-128> to <127>. The default setting is <0>. 5.3.1.8 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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
IP Camera Select IP Camera Title Search Via UPnP Hostname/IP Model Connection Setup Device Setup Activated Status Copy Settings DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Copy Settings DESELECT ALL IP Camera CONFIRM CANCEL CH16 CH16...
ENTER to automatically search for the IP camera attached to the DVR. 5.3.2.4 Hostname/IP This item allows users to enter the hostname or IP address of the IP camera (e.g. 192.168.1.123). IP Camera Title << >> Space Back V W X Cancel DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
Alternatively, select <ON> to manually set the Streaming Port and Streaming Protocol. Streaming Port Streaming port is used for transmitting video and related commands. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Connection Setup RTP+RTSP ****...
When the connection is detected, the following menu will be displayed. Product ID Image Resolution Compression Quality Quality Sharpness Brightness Contrast Apply Collecting data Please wait! Cannot get config from the IP device Device Setup **** Best DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 <IP Camera Brand A>...
Enter this menu and select one or more cameras to copy the settings. Then select <CONFIRM> to apply the settings. COPY TO: SELECT ALL Status Copy Settings DESELECT ALL **** 720*480 20 KB/Sec 0.1% CONFIRM CANCEL DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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.
Weekend Schedule The Weekend Schedule determines whether a weekend schedule is in effect. Choose <On> to take effect the related weekend settings. Schedule Setup AM 06:00 PM 06:00 PM 06:00 AM 06:00 Fri 18:00 Mon 06:00 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
The menu is displayed below is in Record mode: 352×240@240PPS in NTSC / 352×288@200PPS in PAL). Cameral Select Normal PPS Normal Qlty Event Max PPS Event Qlty Event Act DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Per Camera Config Night Weekend Best Best Both...
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 Event Qlty This item is used to set the picture size for event status recording.
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 ezRecord Setup Record Info 2 Days 3.75...
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. Data Lifetime Setup SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 General 0 Days DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series...
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>. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. Purge Data 2009/01/01 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Sequence Setup Main Monitor Schedule 01►02►03►04►05►06►07►08►...
5.6.1 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>.
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Alert Notification Setup 0. 0. 0. 0 www.divx.com...
Out function for each channel. The menu is displayed as below. Channel Select Video Loss Detect Motion Detect Detection Config Alarm In Alarm Out Digital Deterrent-Day Digital Deterrent-Night Digital Deterrent-Weekend Per Channel Config SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 CH01 None DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series...
ENTER. The Detection Configuration menu displays as follows. Detected Area Setup Sensitivity Area Threshold Detected Area Setup The Detect Area is displayed as follows after selecting this item. The detection area consists of 165 (15×11) detection grids. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Detection Config...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
• 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”. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Warning!!
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DVR. Enter: Retry ESC: Exit Press CHN to assign Digital Deterrent File Sound_N Warning!! Exceed the limitation (10 seconds)! Only the first 10 seconds data is used to create sound file ENTER: Yes ESC: No DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
“Circular”. The information is “read-only”. 5.7.3 Est. Rec Period This item displays the estimated total recording duration, according to the current recording settings. The information is “read-only”. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Database Setup 3Days 7Hrs 5Days 7Hrs xxx GB...
<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. Internal Disks Active DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Action None...
Load Factory Default Import Config Export Config Import Deterrent Export Deterrent Boot Log Operation Log DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 <NAS Devices> and the menu will be displayed NAS Devices Active NAS Detailed Info Device Name: xxxxxxxxxxx IP: 192.168.50.2 Port: 8080 Netmask: 255.255.255.0...
Configuration menu and press ENTER. The following menu is displayed. Items in this menu are described in the following sections. Copy Destination Config Name Begin Export Import Config Remove ThumbDrive Export Config Select ® used importing DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
Select <Import Deterrent> from the Configuration menu and press ENTER. The following menu is displayed. Device Name xxxx-xxxx xxx-xx Press UP / DOWN to select the device containing the sound files, and choose <Yes> to start importing sound files. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Import Deterrent Select...
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. Export Deterrent DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Select ®...
Device Name xxx-xxx-x-x-xx xx-xxx-xx-xxxx 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.
<From> and <To>. NOTE: You will not be allowed to access the <Select Events> if the Data Type is set to <Normal>. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 ® , available and connected to the appropriate port...
<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. POS Setup Live & PB DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
You can select from below options: <OFF>: The function is disabled. <Specific>: That the value of transaction meets a specific value will be <Greater Equal Than>: That the value of transaction is greater then or equal DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Exception POS Setup Value Value (Upper Limit) marked as an exception.
<Value (Upper Limit)>. will be marked as an exception. The range need to be configured through the following sub-settings <Value> and <Value (Upper Limit)>. Input Setup Direct Connected Serial Port ASCII Canonical 9600 None DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
To setup the baud rate of RS232 via which to connect your Text Device and DVR. 5.10.4.8 Text Bit Setup the bits of RS232. 5.10.4.9 Text Stop Setup the stop of RS232. 5.10.4.10 Text Parity Setup the parity of RS232 Manual Filter Setup SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series...
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.
Requires 20 MB for software installation Windows XP, Windows Vista Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6.0 or above Minimum 1024 x 768 with 16-bit color 10Base-T (10 Mbps) or 100Base-TX (100 Mbps) operation; must match the network configuration DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
• 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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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• 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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
DVR. This process may take up to 30 seconds. • When the software is completely downloaded and installed, the Login Screen is now displayed. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
• 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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
Step Backward ► / ▌▌ Play / Pause Fast Forward ►► Step Forward DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 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×.
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-*”. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
• 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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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 Operation System Video Standard Video Operation Resolution – Live Video Input...
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DHCP/PPPoE/DDNS SpecoRemote™ 8 Level Password Monitoring, Playback, Recording, System Setup, Dome Camera Control D-sub 9 pin female Terminal Block Speco, Pelco P, Pelco D, Fastrax2, AD422, Panasonic_C, Panasonic_N, DSCP, and JVC X16, Terminal Block DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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 Configuration NTSC: 7.5...
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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 Configuration NTSC: 15 PAL: 12.5 NTSC: 7.5...
10.52 12.63 12.5 21.04 25.25 6.25 42.09 50.50 320 GB Internal Storage 21.56 25.87 12.5 43.12 51.75 6.25 86.25 103.49 39.24 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Per Camera Config Night Best Best Both Both Support Recording Quality Mode Fair NTSC NTSC 4.79...
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: •...
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User’s Manual • 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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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User’s Manual • 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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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: •...
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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>. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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• 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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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• Click <Finish> to complete the process. • The Incoming connection is established. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
• Start your SpecoRemote™ and click <Play> on the main window tool bar. • Click <Verify> tab to display the Verify window. Video Export CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 2008/03/19 AM 07:50:05 2008/03/28 PM 03:09:18 Normal DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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User’s Manual • 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 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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 RS485 D+ RS485 D- Ground Normal Close A...
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DVR-16TH Alarm I/O Pin Definition RS485 D+ RS485 D- Ground Normal Close A Common Node A Normal Open A Ground Normal Close B Common Node B Normal Open B Ground Pin Definition Alarm In 1 Alarm In 2 Alarm In 3...
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.
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<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. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
Step 2. Click the “Open Device” button (as below picture), then choose the HDD Drive that you just assigned. Step 3. After choosing the HDD Drive , choose the video file that you want to use. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 Figure 1: Select the Drive...
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User’s Manual 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 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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: DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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However, if you would like to escape the single DVR control mode, press “DVR SEL”, and then press “ESC” to do so. <RS485 Setup> <Unit ID> 224 225 226 227 228 229 230 231 232 233 234 235 236 237 238 239 DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
<ALIGH HERE> from the pull-down menu. The other options allow users to quickly set all camera titles to the preset positions at once. DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10 <Camera Setup> <Dome ID>.
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<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. <Detection Config> <Detected Area DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10...
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.