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Purpose of this manual This manual will help you install and use the Stack DVR2. It explains how to set up and configure the system for your vehicle. Related Products From Stack...
Tools: PINCODE Authorisation 31 Chapter 7. Video and Data Systems 32 Synchronised Video Logger Systems 32 Video Overlay Systems 32 Manual recording control 33 Recording Lamp 33 Recommended Vehicle System Power connections 33 Chapter 8. Troubleshooting 35 Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
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Chapter 9. Specifications 36 Appendix A. Mounting Template 39 Appendix B. Wiring Harness Diagrams 41 DVR2-130 Harness (ST918109) 41 DVR2-240 / 440 & 540 System Harness (ST918101) 42 Control / Status Harness (ST918105) 42 DVR2-240 / 440 & 540 Input Harness (ST918107) 43 ...
Chapter 1. Introduction Chapter 1. Introduction The DVR2 is part of Stack's second generation professional video recorder range. It provides the optimum solution and is specifically designed for use in harsh environments. Laptop* with Configuration Software Audio/Video Out Record Record...
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Chapter 1. Introduction such as land-based military vehicles, aerospace, marine and many more. The new Stack range of DVR2s has a model to suit your needs: choose from variants offering up to four camera inputs, higher bit-rate options for broadcast quality...
Chapter2. Essential User Information Chapter 2. Essential User Information Please read the important information in this chapter before using the Stack DVR2. DVR2-130 The DVR2-130 is supplied with the following standard components: Quantity Description ST990066 DVR2 Module ST918109 DVR2-130 System Harness...
“Format”. Ensure the “File system” is set to “FAT32”, choose the “Quick Format” option and then click “Start” (see page 17). Alternatively click on the “Information” tab in the DVR Configuration Utility and select “Format”. (see page 23) Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
The restore performance once a recording has been made, transfer the files to your PC’s hard drive and then perform a format. Ensure any useful recordings have been archived before performing a format. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
The DVR2 Module Door Catch Flash Card Slot Status Lamp Card Eject Button The Front Panel showing the Card Slot 15-way D Conn AV Jack USB-B DVR2-130 Rear Panel showing the Connectors Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
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The figures below show the standard electrical connections to the unit. If you are using the DVR2 with a Stack Video Overlay system, an adapter harness is available for that system. The differences are described at the end of this chapter. Please contact your Stack distributor if you need to purchase the adapter wiring harness.
CAM plug to BNC and Power lead (ST918106) from your Stack distributor. Connect the Record Switch and Recording Lamp lead to the CTL connector. Extender cables are available from Stack’s dealers. The Recording Lamp output can be used to drive an input on some other equipment to indicate the DVR2 is recording.
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Stereo audio monitor outputs are also provided to aid the set- up of the microphone levels (see page 30). Connect the white and red phono plugs to the audio inputs on your monitor or speakers. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
If you are using your own camera, you may need to obtain the optional CAM plug to BNC and Power lead (ST918106) from your Stack distributor. The following connections are optional: If audio recording is required, connect your microphones to the white (left) and red (right) microphone inputs.
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(see page 24). System Harness (red) Connect the Record Switch and Recording Lamp lead to the CTL connector. Extender cables are available from Stack’s dealers. The Recording Lamp output can be used to drive an input on some other equipment to indicate the DVR2 is recording.
Video Overlay Wiring Harnesses If connection of the DVR2 to a Stack Video Overlay system is required, an adapter harness can be supplied for that purpose. This harness allows direct connection between the DVR2 and a Stack VS/VSR Module.
Before making a recording, ensure there is enough space available or preferably, clear the Compact Flash card (see page 4). Card space may be checked on a PC or by making a trial recording and viewing the DVR2’s Status Lamp (as described below). Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
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PC with a suitable Compact Flash card slot card slot. The table below shows the function of the DVR2’s front panel Status Lamp. Green generally indicates the unit is functioning correctly and red indicates a fault or reset condition. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
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0.3 sec on : 2.7 off. Recording, No Video Fast flashing green / red Recording but video is not present, audio only is being recorded. Resetting or Busy Static red System reset / preparing to record or card format. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
My Computer / Removable Drive DVR2 Files DVR2 video files are MPEG-2 compliant and filenames begin with “STACK” and have a “.MPG” extension. The files are given sequential numbers starting from zero, eg, “STACK24.MPG”. With a standard Windows configuration, they will be seen as media files (see above). To play, simply double-click the file and it will be displayed.
“My Computer”. If the Compact Flash card was supplied as FAT16, reformat to FAT32 using Windows XP or Vista’s format utility to select the File System (see Formatting a Compact Flash card below). Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
DVR2 during a recording, it is possible the card may become corrupted or the files could be incomplete. In this case run Windows’ Scan Disk routine which will help recover any missing data. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
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My Computer and select “Properties”. Select the “Tools” tab and, under “Error-checking”, click “Check Now”. The Check Disk dialog will now be shown. Check “Automatically fix file system errors” and click the “Start” button. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
Chapter 5. Compact Flash Cards The DVR2 is compatible with most fast Compact Flash (CF) cards up to 16 Gbytes (DVR2-130 & DVR2-240) and 32 Gbytes (DVR2-440 & DVR2-540). Stack recommends Pretec and Sandisk Extreme or Ultra cards as they have been shown to give excellent results in harsh conditions.
Install the DVR Configuration Utility which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the DVR2 system. Once installed, connect the USB cable to a USB port on the Run the DVR Configuration Utility on the PC. System Connection Screen Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
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Finally write this default configuration to the DVR2 using the method outlined above (see page 22). Exit Clicking this button closes the DVR Configuration Utility. If the configuration has been modified, you will be prompted to write the new configuration to the DVR2. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
If a Compact Flash card is fitted, this screen will show details of the card including an indication of the amount of space which has been used. Click the “Upgrade” button to upgrade the firmware in the DVR2 (see Appendix C). Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
Record Resolution Allows you to adjust the resolution of the recordings to those shown in the table below. The software shows an estimate of the record time at the bottom of the screen, depending upon resolution. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
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Use this to reset the numeric index used in video file names on the Compact Flash card. Video Overlay To configure the video overlay select the Video Setup tab and then click the Overlay button to access the video overlay configuration screen. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
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Delete key on your keyboard. To delete all the overlay channels click the Delete All button. Please note that only one instance of each channel, except the Text channel, is allowed on the overlay. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
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The baud rate for your GPS receiver may also be set in the Video Overlay screen. Camera Configuration New for 2010 models. To configure the cameras select the Video Setup tab and then click the Camera button to access the camera configuration screen. Camera Configuration Screen Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
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The right side of the configuration screen shows an enlarged video picture. Select “Composite” to display the recorded output image. You can now click and drag any of the individual windows in the composite screen, to reposition them. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
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Overlay Background button to use the current composite image as a background for the Overlay configuration screen. Click the OK button when configuration is complete. Then click Write Config. to save the changes to the DVR2. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
Set the Audio Input level to match your microphones. Set the “Audio Input” to Microphone only if you need to turn on the microphone bias supply. Uncheck Enable Audio if you do not want to record audio; that will free more space for video recording. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
Chapter 6. Configuration Tools: PINCODE Authorisation The Tools tab allows you to authorise a PINCODE. PINCODE Authorisation Screen Enter your supplied PINCODE exactly as it appears on your packing list, then write the configuration to the DVR. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
Chapter 7. Video and Data Systems Chapter 7. Video and Data Systems The DVR2 may be supplied as part of a Stack Video Logger System: Synchronised Video Logger Systems When using these systems, the control of the DVR2 recording mode is automatic. The DVR2 will start recording when the Data Logging system starts recording.
Video Controller. Recommended Vehicle System Power connections Power for the Stack Video/Data System and DVR2 must be connected to the Master switch supply and not to the switched Ignition supply. This arrangement allows the Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
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Chapter 7. Video and Data Systems engine to be switched off before the power to the Stack system. This is necessary so that the system can detect that, for instance, the Engine Speed (RPM) has fallen to zero and will have sufficient time to stop the DVR2 from recording before power is removed from the Stack system.
Utility which shows incomplete or has video of the same how the DVR2 is extra lines. standard as the configured and the video source standard of the video (NTSC or PAL). source. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
< 0.5 second gaps File Format MPEG-2 DVD compatible Media supply voltage 3.3v DC Media format PC FAT32 Recording Control Record switch TTL Compatible with 22K pull up to 5.0 volts. Status Lamp (internal) Bi-colour green/red Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
Appendix A. Mounting Template Appendix A. Mounting Template Use the template on the next page for mounting the DVR2. Remember to leave room for card insertion and removal. Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
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Appendix A. Mounting Template 68.5mm Compact Flash View from above M3 x 5mm deep 6 places Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
Right Audio Out USB Data + Phono Plug 1000 mm USB 0V (red) USB +V Audio-Right 1000 mm Vid-0v USB +V Audio-0v USB Data - USB Data + AS 9-way USB 0V (blue) USB “A” Plug Stack DVR2 Users Guide...
15-way MIL VID-I VID-O Appendix C. Upgrading the Firmware From time to time Stack may release upgrades to the firmware within your DVR2. These upgrades can be found on the Stack web-site together with instructions detailing how to perform the upgrade.
Troubleshooting sections. If you still have questions, please contact your Dealer. Contacting your Dealer For a current list of dealers, log-on to the Stack web-site, click on Motorsport Division and then the Where to buy tab and select the Distributors menu.
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This information will help your Dealer ensure your enquiry is handled in an efficient manner. Service Enquiries If you or the Dealer have identified a fault with your Stack equipment, it is possible to return the goods for inspection. Your dealer will help you with this. Before returning your equipment, please be aware that: •...
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Your goods must be returned to Stack’s factory in the UK. The inspection and service process is explained below: 1. On receipt your goods will undergo an initial inspection by one of our engineers.
Note: A small number of sensors can be serviced or repaired. Your dealer can advise which sensors are serviceable. Loan/Replacement equipment – Stack operate a return to base service and repair policy. We do not offer an advance exchange or loan scheme.
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