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Before reading this manual This manual contains basic instructions on installing and using DirectIP™ Network Video Recorder, an IDIS product. Users who are using this product for the first time, as well as users with experience using comparable products, must read this manual carefully before use and heed to the warnings and precautions contained herein while using the product.
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Before reading this manual Important Safeguards 1. Read Instructions 14. Damage requiring Service All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified is operated. service personnel under the following conditions: 2.
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Before reading this manual In-Text Symbol Type Description Caution Important information concerning a specific function. Note Useful information concerning a specific function. User’s Caution Statement Caution: Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
Part 1 – Introduction Product Features This is a DirectIP™-enabled video recorder that supports surveillance, recording, and playback of video from network cameras (or video encoders). This NVR (Network Video Recorder) unit offers the following features: ● Real-time 8/16-channel DirectIP™ network surveillance ●...
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Part 1 – Introduction This document covers the 8- and 16-channel network video recorders. The NVRs are identical except for the number of cameras and alarms that can be connected and the number of cameras that can be displayed. For simplicity, the illustrations and descriptions in this document refer to the 16-channel model.
Part 1 – Introduction Accessories Upon unpackaging the product, check the contents inside to ensure that all the following accessories are included. Network Video Recorder Power Cable Quick Guide Manual and IDIS Center Program CD Optical USB Mouse IR Remote Control Assembly Screws for Adding Hard Rack-mount Kit SATA2 cables...
Part 1 – Introduction Overview Front Panel LEDs USB Ports • Remote control sensor is located on the bottom center of the front panel. Ensure that the sensor remains unobstructed at all times. If obstructed, the sensor might not be able to receive remote control signals. •...
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Part 1 – Introduction Connections on the Front Panel IR Remote Control Flash Memory Mouse USB HDD...
Part 1 – Introduction Rear Panel Factory Reset Button Video In / PoE Ports Video In / Ext. Port Network Port eSATA Ports Alarm Connection Ports RS-485 Port RS-232 Port HDMI Out Port VGA Out Port Audio Ports Power In Port Vent...
Part 1 – Introduction Rear Panel Connections • We recommend that you use the Ext. port for connecting to an external hub and using features such as camera alignment. • Green LED on the right will turn on when PoE comes Factory Reset on line.
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Part 1 – Introduction eSATA Connection Alarm Connection Connect external hard drives to these ports. Connect alarm connectors to these ports. Do not connect or disconnect an eSATA device while Press down on the button and insert the cable into the NVR is powered on.
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Part 1 – Introduction ● ARI (Alarm Reset In) • This NVR does not feature a built-in audio amplifier An external signal to the Alarm Reset In can be used to unit and therefore requires the user to purchase a speaker system with a built-in amplifier separately.
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Part 1 – Introduction Connections on the Rear Panel Video Encoder Analog Camera Network Camera DirectIP™ Gigabit PoE Switch Network Camera Sensor eSATA Storage Network Device Microphone IDIS Center Speaker Remote Monitoring VGA Monitor Keyboard HDMI Monitor Alarm Power...
Part 1 – Introduction Remote Control ID Button PANIC Button Camera Buttons STATUS Button LAYOUT Button PTZ Control Buttons REGISTER MODE Button THUMBNAIL Button CALENDAR Button KEYLOCK Button SETUP Button FREEZE Button LOG Button Enter Button Arrow Buttons ALARM Button SEQUENCE Button &...
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Part 1 – Introduction 1 ID Button 7 REGISTER MODE Button Used to assign remote control ID values. Used in Live mode to access Camera Registration mode. No additional remote control assignment is necessary if the system's ID is 0. If the system's ID is 8 THUMBNAIL Button a number between 1 and 99, however, you will need Used in Playback mode to access Thumbnail Search...
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Part 1 – Introduction $ Enter Button b MENU Button Pressing the MENU button while in Live mode Used to make menu option selections and register data entries. In addition, pressing this button while displays the Live menu. Alternatively, pressing the a camera screen is selected by pressing the Menu button while in Time-lapse Search mode displays the button in Live or Playback mode displays the Camera...
Part 2 - Appendix System Log Types Boot Up Panic On System Shutdown Panic Off Restart Clear All Data Upgrade Success Clear Disk Upgrade Error Format Disk Power Failure Disk Full Time Changed Auto Deletion Time Zone Change Search Begin Time Sync.
Part 2 - Appendix Error Code Types Upgrade Error Codes Type Type Unknown Error Remote Network Error Incorrect File Version No Remote Upgrade Permission Incorrect OS Version Remote Upgrade File Save Failure Incorrect Software Version Remote Upgrade Cancelled by User Incorrect Kernel Version USB Storage Device Mount Failure Storage Device Mount Failure...
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Part 2 - Appendix Clip Copy Error Codes Type Type Unknown Error Disk Error Device Error Clip Player Execution File Not Found Device Connection Failure Clip Player Execution File Access Failure CD Media Not Found Clip Player Execution File Save Failure Incorrect Media Image Generation Failure File Name Taken...
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Part 2 - Appendix Network Error Codes Type Type Cause of Failure Unknown Connection Cancelled by User Normal Logout No Response from Network Device Host All Channels in Use - Connection Denied High Network Noise Level Incorrect Product Version Info Transmission Queue Full Incorrect User Name or Password Incorrect OEM Info...
Part 2 - Appendix Troubleshooting Problem Solution ● Check the power cable connection status. The main unit won't turn on. ● Check the power outlet. ● Check the camera's video cable connection status. ● Check the monitor's video cable connection status. Unable to display Live video.
Part 2 - Appendix Specifications These product specifications may change without prior notice. VIDEO Video Inputs 8/16 IP channels (DR-4308P) / (DR-4316PS) Video Outputs 1 HDMI, 1 VGA Display Resolution 3840x2160, 1920 x 1200 , 1920 x 1080, 1680 x 1050, 1600 x 1200 Up to 480ips (DR-4316PS) Display Speed Up to 240ips (DR-4308P)
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Part 2 - Appendix INTERFACE Local(NVR) : 1 RCA / 1RCA + 1HDMI IP Camera : 16 / 16 (Depending on IP Camera) (DR-4316PS) Audio In / Out Local(NVR) : 1 RCA / 1RCA + 1HDMI IP Camera :8 / 8 (Depending on IP Camera) (DR-4308P) NVR Alarm Spec- In 4 TTL, NC/NO programmable, 2.4V (NC) or 0.3V (NO) threshold, 5V DC NVR Alarm Spec- Out...
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