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H.264 Digital DVR
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H.264
VIDEO
DIGITAL DVR
COMPRESSION
RECORDER
8 Channel/8 Cameras
8 Channel/4 Cameras
1.0
MOBILE PHONE/
DVR OPTIMIZED
WEB READY
SATA HDD
TB
INDOOR/OUTDOOR
600 TVL CAMERAS
NIGHT
AUTO IR
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- Page 1 BRK Series H.264 Digital DVR user S manual MODELS PRO-DC8810-600 8 Channel/8 Cameras PRO-DC8410-600 8 Channel/4 Cameras H.264 VIDEO DIGITAL DVR MOBILE PHONE/ DVR OPTIMIZED INDOOR/OUTDOOR NIGHT AUTO IR COLD TEMP COMPRESSION RECORDER WEB READY SATA HDD 600 TVL CAMERAS...
- Page 2 BRK Brands, Inc. is a subsidiary of Jarden Corporation (NYSE: JAH). First Alert® is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust. To obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs Division at 1-800-323-9005, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Central Standard Time.
- Page 3 introduction key product features Main Description Eight channel H.264 digital video recorder with Internet remote surveillance, motion detection, PTZ and alarm control suitable for applications such as high- end residential - new or remodel, light commercial, small business/retail, small warehouse or small grocery. Product features • H.264 Compression &...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
introduction table of contents Page section description number Introduction Safety Product Overview What is in the Box DVR Controls Front Panel Back Panel Remote Control Mouse Controls Installing Cameras Connecting Devices Initial Setup - System Operation System Start Up Default Video Output Power On/Off User Login Live View Screen... -
Page 5: Introduction
introduction table of contents Page section description number Advanced Operation Alarm 22-23 Alarm Setup 22-23 E-mail Setup System Info and System Update System Maintain Upgrade Firmware PTZ Setup and Control 25-26 Step 1: Connect your PTZ Camera to this DVR Step 2: Configure PTZ Communication Settings Step 3: Configure the Operation and Control of your PTZ Camera(s) Step 4: Configure the CRUISE SETTING of your PTZ Camera... -
Page 6: Safety
Aurora, IL. 60504-8122. Telephone: (630) 851 - 7330. Product / Model: PRO-DC8810-600. We, First Alert / BRK Brands, Inc. declare under our sole responsibility that the device to which this declaration relates: Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. -
Page 7: Product Overview
THESE PREMISES ARE UNDER 24 HOUR VIDEO SURVEILLANCE with 1TB Hard Drive PROTECTED BY 2 Window Warning Decals PRO-CM600 600 TVL Camera PRO-DC8810-600: 8 Cameras PRO-DC8410-600: 4 Cameras BRK Series H.264 Digital DVR quick install guide MODELS PRO-DC8810-600 8 Channel/8 Cameras... -
Page 8: Dvr Controls
product overview dvr controls Front Panel Item Function Control Description Standby Press to enter standby mode IR Sensor IR receiver for the remote control MENU/EXIT Press to open/close the main menu LED Indicators Shows status of Link, 100M, Full, Alarm, Record, HDD. Press buttons 1~8 to view the selected channel in full-screen. -
Page 9: Back Panel
product overview dvr controls back Panel Item Function Description POWER Input DC 12V/5A power connection Network For connecting RJ45 ethernet cable to PC or router VGA Output For connecting to a VGA monitor Video Output For connecting to a BNC monitor (800 x 600) - NTSC or PAL Alarm Input 8 alarm inputs Alarm Output... -
Page 10: Remote Control
product overview remote control remote control Remote Control Operation The remote control is the secondary input device for navigating the system’s interface. In device operation, the OK key has the same function as “left click” of the mouse. Item Function Description STANDBY Press to turn standby mode ON/OFF... -
Page 11: Mouse Controls
pRODUCT oVERVIEW MOUSE and virtual Keypad MOUSE controls Mouse Operation with this DVR he mouse is the primary input device for navigating system menus. NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, all system functions described in this manual are achieved through mouse input. To use a mouse with the system: Connect a USB mouse to the USB MOUSE port on front panel of the system. -
Page 12: Installing Cameras
product overview cAMERA AND pOWER cONNECTIONS Installing cameras Adjusting Points Installing Cable-Safe Mounting Bracket Thumb Screw Ring Decide if the camera is to be wall or ceiling mounted and if cable will be fed through mounting surface hidden directly behind the bracket or fed through the side of the bracket so cable is exposed. -
Page 13: Initial Setup System Operation
Longer Cable Runs Longer cable runs may require an upgrade to RG59 Coax cable. First Alert kits ship with economical AV cable that is designed to work well up to the length of cable provided, usually around 60 feet. If longer distances between camera and DVR are required, you will need to upgrade to RG59 Coax cable. -
Page 14: Live View Screen
initial setup system operation Live View Screen The Live View Screen is the home or main viewing screen. It shows live video of all current cameras connected to the DVR. You can double-click a channel at any time to view it in single-channel mode. -
Page 15: Password Setup And User Permissions
1-8 digit USER password. The ADMIN and USER passwords must not be the same. If you forget your password, contact First Alert Consumer Affairs for help in reset- ting. For your security you will be required to verify proof of ownership by providing a notarized letter. -
Page 16: Camera Display Setup
initial setup system operation camera display setup Setting Up Cameras for Viewing and Recording Use the Display Setup menu to customize channel titles, show/hide the date and time in live viewing and playback, and enable/ disable preview channels. To customize Display settings, click BASIC from the Main Menu, then click DISPLAY: Display Configure the following options: •... -
Page 17: Language, Date And Time
initial setup system operation language, date and time Setting Up Language/Date/Time Set the system language, date and time, passwords, and configure audio and display options. The Basic Setup Menu contains the following sub-menus: Lan- guage, Date/Time, Password, Display, and Video/Audio. Language To change the system language:, from the drop-down menu select LANGUAGE. -
Page 18: Basic Operation
Basic Operation Recording Basic Setup Use the BASIC SETUP menu to configure language, date and time settings, password setup, along with display, video and audio settings. You can also exit the system through this menu. The Basic Setup menu contains the following sub-menus: Language, Date/Time, Password, Display, Video/Audio and Exit. -
Page 19: Recording Schedule (Timer Record) Example
Basic Operation Recording Recording Schedule (TIMER RECORD) Example You want your system to record continuously on all channels from 9 AM to 5 PM Monday to Friday. You also want Alarm/Motion recording from 5 PM to 9 AM. You do not want the system to record Saturday or Sunday: Open the Schedule menu. -
Page 20: Playback
Basic Operation Playback playback PLAYBACK Mode Playback and Record Search View recorded video on the system through the RECORD SEARCH Menu. To begin playback: There are two ways to access the RECORD SEARCH menu. Right-click anywhere on the screen and select VIDEO SEARCH from the Quick Access Menu. -
Page 21: File List
Basic Operation Playback Backup Use the FILE LIST sub-menu to find recorded video on your system and copy it to a USB flash drive (not included). NOTE: The system is compatible with most major brands of USB flash drives, with capacities from 256 MB to 4 GB. -
Page 22: Advanced Operation
ADVANCED Operation ALARM Hard Drive and USB Options continued: Formatting the USB Flash Drive Use a USB flash drive to backup recorded video and upgrade the system`s firmware. You should always format the USB flash drive you intend to use with the system. NOTE: Not formatting the USB flash drive may result in improper functionality. -
Page 23: E-Mail Setup
Advanced Operation ALarm Use TAMPER ALARM to set the system to notify you when a camera has been blocked by something. When a Tamper Alarm is triggered, in the Live View Screen you will see a red【B】in the Channel with an alarm warning. Configure the following for each channel: •... -
Page 24: System Info And System Update
Advanced Operation System System Info and System Update System Information: View system information, including the firmware version, MAC address, and serial number of the system. To access this menu, from the MAIN MENU click ADVANCED then click INFO. System Maintain Use the SYSTEM MAINTAIN menu to update system firmware and set an automatic system reset schedule. -
Page 25: Ptz Setup And Control
Advanced Operation Pan tilt zoom...PTZ PTZ Inputs Con guration Pan/Tilt/Zoom (PTZ) Setup: NOTE: Consult the instruction manual of your PTZ camera for complete information about your camera, including protocol, baud rate and parity settings before beginning setup. Enter these settings in the DVR. Step 1: Connect your PTZ Camera to this DVR Connect a PTZ camera to the BNC and DC power cables. -
Page 26: Step 4: Configure The Cruise Setting Of Your Ptz Camera
Advanced Operation PTZ Setup Pan/Tilt/Zoom (PTZ) Setup Continued: In the PTZ Senior Control screen you can set or control the following for each PRESET defined: SET PRESET: Saves any PRESET functions changed with this screen. CLEAN PRESET: Clears a defined PRESET without going to the SET CRUISE screen. CALL PRESET: Calls a defined PRESET without going to the SET CRUISE screen. -
Page 27: Remote Access
REMOTE Access Network Setup Network Setup for Remote Access Use the NETWORK SETUP menu to configure your network and DNS settings for remote access. If you are only going to access the DVR locally from a computer attached to the same router as the DVR, you only need to configure settings using either the DHCP or STATIC IP. -
Page 28: Upnp (Universal Plug And Play)
REMOTE Access Network Setup To configure Static IP settings in the DVR: Select STATIC IP from the TYPE drop down box in the NETWORK SETUP Menu. Enter your IP Address, Subnet mask, and Gateway info you obtained from your computer through the previous step in the respective fields using the Virtual Keyboard. -
Page 29: Ddns
Remote Access Network Setup DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name Service) A DDNS account allows you to set up a web site address that points back to your Local Network so you can access the DVR over the Internet using a static or dynamic IP address. One problem with a dynamic address is your internet service provider (ISP) changes this address from time to time. -
Page 30: Port Forwarding
REMOTE Access Network Setup Next configure DDNS settings in the DVR From the Network Setup menu, enter Primary or Secondary DNS from the WAN settings of your router in the DNS field Click DDNS SETTINGS. Under DDNS, select ON. Under SERVICE, select DYNDNS if you obtained your domain name from DynDNS.com. -
Page 31: Remote Surveillance
REMOTE Access Remote Surveillance Remote Surveillance Remote Surveillance using Internet Explorer 8 or 9: The DVR features built-in browser-based software that allows you to access your system remotely over your local area network (LAN) or over the Internet using Internet Explorer®. Once you have configured the network settings on the DVR to match those on your router and forwarded the ports needed by the DVR to enable remote access over the Internet, you will be ready to remotely view your cameras using a webcam program based on an ActiveX control. -
Page 32: Using Remote Surveillance
REMOTE Access Remote Surveillance Configuring ActiveX Control in Internet Explorer 8: Open Internet Explorer 8 Click on Tools Select Internet Options in the pull-down menu Click on the Security Tab Select Trusted Sites Click on the Sites button Uncheck the “Require server verification (https:) for all sites in this zone” button. -
Page 33: Remote Surveillance Main Screen
REMOTE Access Remote Surveillance Remote Surveillance Main Screen: Upon login, the Remote Surveillance main screen appears in your browser. Item Function Description Modes Click LIVE, PLAYBACK, and SETUP Main Screen Main display screen for live viewing and playback Time Stamp Time stamp appears on each channel Channel Channel number appears in the top left corner... -
Page 34: Live Viewing Tab
REMOTE Access Remote Surveillance Live Viewing Tab: By default, Remote Surveillance opens in Live Viewing mode (split-screen). To use Live Viewing: Click LIVE at the top of the main screen. Click the display mode icons to view the main screen in single-channel, quad, or split-screen configurations. You can also double-click a channel at any time to view it in single-channel. -
Page 35: Playback Tab
REMOTE Access Remote Surveillance Playback Tab Use the Replay menu to search and playback recorded video on your system. Remote Viewing-Playback Screen To use the replay menu: Click REPLAY at the top of the main screen. The main screen will be grey. Click REFRESH below the calendar to view the recorded files for the current month. - Page 36 REMOTE Access Remote Surveillance Search Use the calendar and drop-down menus to search for recorded video on your system. Click < > to change the month on the calendar. Dates with recorded video data will appear in bold. Click the date. Recorded video files will populate the File List. From the Channel drop-down menu, select a specific channel or select ALL CHANNEL and then click SEARCH.
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Page 37: Setup Tab
REMOTE Access Remote Surveillance Setup Tab Use the SETUP tab to configure the settings of your system from a remote location. NOTE: If the Main Menu is open on the system, you will not be able to make changes to the system from the remote location. To open remote setup: Click SETUP at the top of the main screen. -
Page 38: Setting, Maintenance And Host Info Tabs
REMOTE Access Remote Surveillance SETTING You can check and change the parameter settings as configured in the DVR BANDWIDTH: Set the bandwidth in kbps (128k, 192k, MAINTENANCE 256k, 384k, 512k, 1024k) that you want to allocate for You can check and change the parameter settings as traffic based on internet bandwidth available. -
Page 39: Mobile Phone
Mobile Phone Setup and Control Mobile Phone Mobile Setup Mobile Setup allows you to send alerts to your cellular phone running Windows Mobile Pro, Android, Blackberry, or iPhone on 3G networks. To get the latest software it is recommended that from your phone you go to your App Store or Market icon and search for the MEye application. - Page 40 Mobile Access Remote Surveillance Mobile Setup-continued Go to the Main Screen and start the session by selecting the Play button. Select a Channel number to view each connected camera. Depending on your setup and phone you can control PTZ cameras and other functions. See your application for available features.
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Page 41: Appendix
Appendix Hard Drive Hard Drive Removal and Installation HDD Installation To replace the hard drive in the DVR: CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. UNPLUG ALL POWER SOURCES, INCLUDING CAMERAS FROM THE DVR BEFORE REMOVING COVER. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE DVR OR ITS COMPONENTS AS WELL AS INJURY OR DEATH Remove screws securing the cover of the DVR and remove... -
Page 42: Specifications
Appendix Specifications Technical Specifications Device Item Specification Parameter Language English/Spanish/French/Chinese 16 Bit Graphic menu (OSD Menu) System Password User password, Administrator password Video in 8ch composite video input 1.0Vp-p, impedance 75Ω, BNC Video out 1 VGA, 1 BNC (CVBS) Video Video display 8-channel: 1/4/9 channel PAL, 25 f/s, CCIR 625line, 50 scene... -
Page 43: Notes
Appendix Notes Notes and Important Data Notes Write down important data, passwords, IP addresses, etc. for your DVR. Device Item Data Parameter Admin Name: Password: User 1 Name: Password: User 2 Name: Password: User Name & Passwords User 3 Name: Password: User 4 Name:... -
Page 44: Faq's (Frequently Asked Questions)
Appendix Tech Services: 800-323-9005 If your problem is not listed below, please call our toll-free number for more support. Question: Why is the DVR not working after starting? Answer: • Check the power adaptor input • Check the on-off power line, is it well-connected? •... - Page 45 Appendix Question: Why is there no audio during playback? Answer: • Audio settings not correct: open audio-video item and check the audio to see if it is closed in playback interface Question: Why is my system time not correct? Answer: •...
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Page 46: Troubleshooting
Appendix Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Error Possible Cause Solutions • Confirm that all cables are connected correctly • Confirm that the power adapter is securely connected to the back Cable from power adapter is loose or is unplugged of the unit • Confirm that the system is powered on (LED indicators on the System is not receiving front should be ON) power or is not powering up... -
Page 47: Warranty
PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY BRK Brands, Inc., (“BRK”) the maker of First Alert® brand products warrants that for a period of one year from the date of purchase (the “Warranty Period”), this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. BRK, at its sole option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the Warranty Period. - Page 48 BRK Brands, Inc. ©2012 a Jarden Corporation Company (NYSE:JAH) 3901 Liberty Street Road, Aurora, IL 60504-8122 Phone: 630-851-7330 Tech Services: 800-323-9005 www.brkelectronics.com M08-0439-000...