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  • Page 1 © 2021 System Q Ltd ZipDVR.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1 Introduction ........................7 2 Specification ........................9 3 Installation Guidlines ....................10 Part 2 Models 1 Zip Lite 2MP DVR ......................11 LITE004 - Rear Panel ............................. 12 LITE004 - Front Panel ............................ 13 LITE008 - Rear Panel ............................. 14 LITE008 - Front Panel ............................
  • Page 3 Video Menu - Video - IP Channels - Connecting IP Cameras To A DVR ..........132 Video Menu - Video - IP Channels - Adding Zip IP Cameras ..............134 Video Menu - Video - IP Channels - Searching For Cameras ..............136 Video Menu - Video - IP Channels - IP Camera Settings ................
  • Page 4 Video Menu - Video - IP Channels - Adding Cameras From A Zip Recorder ......... 146 Video Menu - Video - IP Channels - Adding Multiple Cameras From A Zip Recorder ......149 Video Menu - Video - IP Channels - Adding Cameras From An Alien DVR ..........151 Video Menu - Video - IP Channels - Managing IP Cameras ..............
  • Page 5 Part 14 System Menu 1 System Menu - General ....................286 System Menu - General - ZIP Channel ....................288 System Menu - General - Date And Tim e ....................290 System Menu - General - Ouput Configuration ..................293 System Menu - General - Output Configuration - Live Out ..............
  • Page 6 Zip DVR Manual 1 Setup Email ........................ 334 Setup Em ail - Gm ail ............................. 334 Setup Em ail - Yahoo ............................ 337 2 Recover Forgotton Password ..................340 Part 18 Useful Links Part 19 Software & Apps Part 20 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 7: Part 1 Overview

    Overview Introduction The new Zip range of DVRs has been designed with the CCTV installer and end-user in mind; it’s simple to fit and has some very useful benefits. The following is a brief synopsis but further detail is provided on the subsequent page.
  • Page 8 Zip DVR Alarm Options The range of alarm inputs on the Zip DVR for the Supa and Xtreme ranges is one per channel i.e 4 for 4 channel, 8 for 8 and 16 for 16 channel. These units have one output alarm. The Lite only has alarm functionality on IP cameras that have the alarm feature, which also applies additionally to the Supa and Xtreme ranges.

  • Page 9: Specification

    Overview Specification Lite Supa Xtreme Channels Compression H265 / H264 H265 / H264 H265 / H264 TVI / CVI / AHD / TVI / CVI / AHD / TVI / CVI / AHD / Input Analogue (CVBS) / IP Analogue (CVBS) / IP Analogue (CVBS) / IP 30 fps 15 fps...

  • Page 10: Installation Guidlines

    6. The power adaptor on the recorder must only be used to power one recorder because connecting additional equipment can cause the recorder to reboot due to insufficient power. Models Zip recorders are available in the following models: · Lite 2MP (1080P) up to 16 channels ·...

  • Page 11: Zip Lite 2Mp Dvr

    Models Zip Lite 2MP DVR The Zip Lite DVR is available as 4 channel, 8 channel and 16 channel unit. Rear Panel Connections Diagram LITE004 - 4Ch LITE008 - 8Ch LITE016 - 16Ch Front Panel Controls LITE004 - 4Ch LITE008...

  • Page 12: Lite004 - Rear Panel

    Zip DVR Manual LITE004 - Rear Panel Name Function Audio Out RCA/Phono connector for audio output Video In 4 BNC connectors for HD-TVI, CVI, AHD & analogue video input Audio In RCA/Phono connector for audio input HDMI HDMI video and audio output DB15 connector for VGA output.

  • Page 13: Lite004 - Front Panel

    Models LITE004 - Front Panel Name Function CH1 ~ CH4 Display a full screen image for the selected channel Press to cycle though camera layouts View the Playback screen and play/pause playback. A full description of PLAY/PAUSE the playback settings are detailed in the Playback Screen section.

  • Page 14: Lite008 - Rear Panel

    Zip DVR Manual LITE008 - Rear Panel Name Function Audio In RCA/Phono connector for audio input Audio Out RCA/Phono connector for audio output Video In 8 BNC connectors for HD-TVI, CVI, AHD & analogue video input HDMI HDMI video and audio output DB15 connector for VGA output.

  • Page 15: Lite008 - Front Panel

    Models LITE008 - Front Panel Name Function SEARCH View the Playback screen MUTE Mute and un-mute live audio Cycle through channels 1 ~ 8 and display a full screen image for the CH-/CH+ selected channel Press to cycle though camera layouts View the Playback screen and play/pause playback.

  • Page 16: Lite016 - Rear Panel

    Zip DVR Manual LITE016 - Rear Panel Name Function Audio In RCA/Phono connector for audio input Audio Out RCA/Phono connector for audio output Video In 16 BNC connectors for HD-TVI, CVI, AHD & analogue video input HDMI HDMI video and audio output DB15 connector for VGA output.

  • Page 17: Lite016 - Front Panel

    Models LITE016 - Front Panel Name Function SEARCH View the Playback screen MUTE Displays a quad view. Keep pressing to cycle though camera layouts. Cycle through channels 1 ~ 16 and display a full screen image for the CH-/CH+ selected channel Press to cycle though camera layouts View the Playback screen and play/pause playback.

  • Page 18: Zip Supa 5Mp Dvr

    Zip DVR Manual Zip Supa 5MP DVR The Zip Supa DVR is available as 4 channel, 8 channel and 16 channel unit. Rear Panel Connections Diagram SUPA004 - 4Ch SUPA008 - 8Ch SUPA016 - 16Ch Front Panel Controls SUPA004 - 4Ch...

  • Page 19: Supa004 - Rear Panel

    Models SUPA004 - Rear Panel Name Function CVBS Out BNC Socket for CVBS (analogue) monitor output Audio Out RCA/Phono connector for audio output Video In 4 BNC connectors for HD-TVI, CVI, AHD & analogue video input Audio In RCA/Phono connectors for audio input HDMI HDMI video and audio output e-SATA...

  • Page 20: Supa004 - Front Panel

    Zip DVR Manual SUPA004 - Front Panel Name Function CH1 ~ CH4 Display a full screen image for the selected channel Press to cycle though camera layouts View the Playback screen and play/pause playback. A full description of PLAY/PAUSE the playback settings are detailed in the Playback Screen section.

  • Page 21: Supa008 - Rear Panel

    Models SUPA008 - Rear Panel Name Function Audio In RCA/Phono connectors for audio input Audio Out RCA/Phono connector for audio output CVBS Out BNC Socket for CVBS (analogue) monitor output Video In 8 BNC connectors for HD-TVI, CVI, AHD & analogue video input HDMI HDMI video and audio output e-SATA...

  • Page 22: Supa008 - Front Panel

    Zip DVR Manual SUPA008 - Front Panel Name Function SEARCH View the Playback screen MUTE Mute and un-mute live audio Cycle through channels 1 ~ 8 and display a full screen image for the CH-/CH+ selected channel Press to cycle though camera layouts View the Playback screen and play/pause playback.

  • Page 23: Supa016 - Rear Panel

    Models SUPA016 - Rear Panel Name Function Video In 16 BNC connectors for HD-TVI, CVI, AHD & analogue video input e-SATA e-SATA for added external HDD connections Interface Audio In DB15 connector for audio inputs 9-16 + CVBS BNC - Lead Supplied (Secondary) Audio In RCA/Phono connectors for audio inputs 1-8...

  • Page 24: Supa016 - Front Panel

    Zip DVR Manual SUPA016 - Front Panel Name Function SEARCH View the Playback screen MUTE Mute and un-mute live audio Cycle through channels 1 ~ 16 and display a full screen image for the CH-/CH+ selected channel Press to cycle though camera layouts View the Playback screen and play/pause playback.

  • Page 25: Zip Xtreme 4K Dvr

    Models Zip Xtreme 4K DVR The Zip Xtreme DVR is available as 4 channel, 8 channel and 16 channel unit. Rear Panel Connections Diagram XTRA004 - 4Ch XTRA008 - 8Ch XTRA016 - 16Ch Front Panel Controls XTRA004 - 4Ch XTRA008...

  • Page 26: Xtra004 - Rear Panel

    Zip DVR Manual XTRA004 - Rear Panel Name Function CVBS Out BNC Socket for CVBS (analogue) monitor output Audio Out RCA/Phono connector for audio output Video In 4 BNC connectors for HD-TVI, CVI, AHD & analogue video input Audio In...

  • Page 27: Xtra004 - Front Panel

    Models XTRA004 - Front Panel Name Function CH1 ~ CH4 Display a full screen image for the selected channel Press to cycle though camera layouts View the Playback screen and play/pause playback. A full description of PLAY/PAUSE the playback settings are detailed in the Playback Screen section.

  • Page 28: Xtra008 - Rear Panel

    Zip DVR Manual XTRA008 - Rear Panel Name Function e-SATA e-SATA for added external HDD connections Interface CVBS Out BNC Socket for CVBS (analogue) monitor output Audio Out RCA/Phono connectors for audio output Video In 8 BNC connectors for HD-TVI, CVI, AHD & analogue video input...

  • Page 29: Xtra008 - Front Panel

    Models XTRA008 - Front Panel Name Function SEARCH View the Playback screen MUTE Mute and un-mute live audio Cycle through channels 1 ~ 8 and display a full screen image for the CH-/CH+ selected channel Press to cycle though camera layouts View the Playback screen and play/pause playback.

  • Page 30: Xtra016 - Rear Panel

    Zip DVR Manual XTRA016 - Rear Panel Name Function Audio In DB15 connector for audio inputs 5-16 (Secondary) e-SATA e-SATA for added external HDD connections Interface Audio In RCA/Phono connectors for audio inputs 1-4 (Primary) CVBS Out BNC Socket for CVBS (analogue) monitor output...

  • Page 31: Xtra016 - Front Panel

    Models XTRA016 - Front Panel Name Function SEARCH View the Playback screen MUTE Mute and un-mute live audio Cycle through channels 1 ~ 16 and display a full screen image for the CH-/CH+ selected channel Press to cycle though camera layouts View the Playback screen and play/pause playback.

  • Page 32: Part 3 Setup

    Zip DVR Manual Setup The Setup section will guide you through some basic steps required when using the recorder for the first time. Setup - Admin Setup When you run the recorder for the first time you are required to set your password immediately in order to protect your privacy.
  • Page 33 Setup The Password Strength bar gives you an indication as to how secure your password is. A low strength password may be easy for somebody to guess where as a high strength password would keep you more secure. Ideally you would aim for as strong of a password as possible by using at least 8 characters and a combination of letters and number.
  • Page 34 Zip DVR Manual To unlock the recorder using an unlock pattern simply re-draw the pattern in the same way. If you ever forget your unlock pattern you can unlock the recorder using the admin password by clicking the Password button.

  • Page 35: Setup - Hard Drive Installation

    Setup Setup - Hard Drive Installation If you are installing your own hard drives you will need to follow the steps below: 1. Power down the recorder and disconnect it from the power source. 2. Remove the screws holding the top cover to the rear panel and then remove the top cover. 3.

  • Page 36: Setup - Powering

    Zip DVR Manual Setup - Powering Each Zip DVR is supplied with the relevant power supply. If you plan to power the DVR via another source the following table describes the power source required for each Zip DVR model: Model...

  • Page 37: Part 4 Operation

    Operation Operation The Operation section shows how you can interact with the recorder using the IR remote control, USB mouse, on-screen keyboard and Live View menu. © ZipNVR.com ZipDVR.com...

  • Page 38: Operation - Ir Remote Control

    Zip DVR Manual Operation - IR Remote Control Button Name Function / Description Control a specific recorder. Press ‘ID’ then ‘Device ID’ e.g.1 then ‘Enter’ (Only used when multiple recorders are present) Display selected channel Numeric full screen / Numeric...
  • Page 39 Operation Controlling Multiple Recorders If you are going to be controlling multiple recorders using the IR remote control you will need to set a different Device ID for each recorder so that you can choose the recorder you wish to control. If all recorders are set to the default ID of 1, when you press a button on the IR remote it will control every recorder within range at the same time.

  • Page 40: Operation - Usb Mouse Control

    Zip DVR Manual Operation - USB Mouse Control Name Action Function / Description Live view: display Quick Setting toolbar Single Click Menu: select and enter Left-Click Live view: drag channel Click & Drag Privacy Masking and Motion Detection: select target area...

  • Page 41: Operation - Virtual Keyboard

    Operation Operation - Virtual Keyboard You will see the virtual keyboard automatically on the screen anytime you need to enter data. Function / Description Delete character to left of the cursor Confirm input Switch keyboard to upper case letters and symbols Insert a space Move courser left / right ©...

  • Page 42: Operation - Live View Menu

    Zip DVR Manual Operation - Live View Menu The Live View menu, also called the Right Click Menu, gives you quick access to the Main Menu of the recorder, useful functions and realtime display settings. In Live View mode, right click the mouse button on any channel to see the Live View Menu. The...
  • Page 43 Operation Auto Switch Start and stop automatic switching between the camera images. You can set the auto switch layout and the amount of time the recorder displays each camera in the General - Output Configuration section. Volume Adjust the output audio volume of the recorder. Stream Switch Switch between Main and Substream.

  • Page 44: Operation - Live View Menu - Manual Mode

    Zip DVR Manual Operation - Live View Menu - Manual Mode The Manual Mode screen allows you to manually trigger recording for individual channels and manually trigger alarm the alarm relay as described below. Manual Record This screen shows you which cameras are currently recording and allows you to manually start camera's recording.

  • Page 45: Operation - Live View Menu - Info Screen

    Operation Operation - Live View Menu - Info Screen The Info screen can be used as a quick reference to hardware, software, camera and networking configurations. It's the fastest way to check settings or identify problems without having to log in to the recorder.
  • Page 46 Zip DVR Manual Record Info A nice concise screen which shows the recording settings for each camera. A fast way to check what's recording and at what quality. You can see information on the Record State to check if the channel is currently recording, the Record Switch which shows if the channel has permission to record, the Stream Type, Resolution, FPS and Bitrate.
  • Page 47 Operation Network State A useful screen for networked recorders as it has all your network settings in one place. Great for troubleshooting as you can quickly check if all your ports and addresses are correct. © ZipNVR.com ZipDVR.com...
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  • Page 49: Operation - Live View Toolbar

    Operation Operation - Live View Toolbar The Live View Tool Bar is displayed by clicking the left mouse button when the mouse pointer is over the camera image of the channel you wish to control. The tool bar is displayed in the near the bottom of the screen during single channel view and directly above or below the selected camera's image during multi channel view.

  • Page 50: Operation - Live View Toolbar - Ptz Controls

    You can choose which UTC standard is used for sending commands to the camera from the Protocol drop down list. COAX1 is the protocol used by our Zip CCTV cameras and is the most widely used. However, if you have a UTC compatible camera which doesn't appear to respond to commands try switching COAX2.
  • Page 51 Operation UTC Controls Explained The buttons in the left hand panel are used to zoom and focus the camera as well as configuring the camera's menu settings as explained below. Icon Name Function Up and Down arrows zoom in and out respectively. Zoom Most motorised lens cameras have auto focus which should occur automatically after you adjust the zoom.

  • Page 52: Operation - Live View Toolbar - Ptz Controls - Ptz

    Zip DVR Manual Operation - Live View Toolbar - PTZ Controls - PTZ In the PTZ control screen you can dictate the movement, zoom, focus and iris of compatible PTZ cameras. Camera Selection You can select which camera you want to control from the Camera drop down list.
  • Page 53 Operation PTZ Controls Explained The buttons in the left hand panel are used to control the camera's movement and configuring the camera's menu settings as explained below. The options available will vary depending on the capabilities of the camera itself. Icon/Control Name Function...

  • Page 54: Operation - Live View Toolbar - Ptz Controls - Preset

    Zip DVR Manual Operation - Live View Toolbar - PTZ Controls - Preset The Preset screen is where you can create presets, call presets and manage cruises. Camera Selection You can select which camera you want to control from the Camera drop down list.
  • Page 55 Operation Preset Controls Explained The buttons in the left hand panel are used to position the camera when saving preset locations, creating presets, calling presets, removing presets and starting/stopping cruises. The options available and functions may vary depending on the capabilities of the PTZ itself. Icon/Control Name Function...
  • Page 56 Zip DVR Manual Preset List The Preset List displays all of the previously set and saved presets in numeric order. No.: This column shows the Preset Number assigned to the previously saved camera position. Time: The Time column shows how long the camera will stay in the preset position before moving on to the next position during a cruise.

  • Page 57: Operation - Live View Toolbar - Digital Zoom

    Operation Operation - Live View Toolbar - Digital Zoom When you click the digital zoom icon you will notice a small window appears in the bottom right corner of the screen repeating the camera's image. If you are viewing a multi-channel layout the selected channel will be displayed full screen.

  • Page 58: Operation - Live View Toolbar - Colour Settings

    Zip DVR Manual Operation - Live View Toolbar - Colour Settings When you you click the Colour Settings icon the following window will be displayed. Camera: The camera drop down list allows you to choose which camera you want to configure the colour setting for.

  • Page 59: Operation - Live View Toolbar - Add Customised Tag

    Operation Operation - Live View Toolbar - Add Customised Tag When you see an incident happen in real time during Live View, you can click Add Customised Tag to flag the incident in the recorded footage and then quickly find it again at a later stage as shown in the Playback - Tag section .

  • Page 60: Part 5 Smart Setup

    From the wizard you can Configure Network Settings, Time and Date, Disk Drives, Display Resolution and the Zip Vision Mobile Apps. To disable the Smart Setup Wizard so that it does not show during startup, check the box that says "Don't show this window next time"...

  • Page 61: Smart Setup - Network

    Smart Setup Smart Setup - Network Setting your recorder up on a network will allow you to remotely monitor the recorder from a PC, tablet or mobile phone once either P2P setup port forwarding has been configured. You can also connect to IP cameras on the same network. Your recorder should be plugged in to a network or router before you make changes in this section.
  • Page 62 P2P section Port forwarding, to access your Zip recorder over the internet, requires setting up your router. This can be done by accessing your router's web interface via a browser and setting the port forwarding or, for those routers that support it, using UPnP (universal plug and play) which sets the router automatically.
  • Page 63 Smart Setup 3G Settings For use on future firmware. © ZipNVR.com ZipDVR.com...

  • Page 64: Smart Setup - Date & Time

    Zip DVR Manual Smart Setup - Date & Time It's important to set the time and date correctly for multiple reasons. As the time and date is overlayed onto recorded footage, having the wrong time and date set would mean you couldn't accurately say when an event took place.
  • Page 65 Smart Setup If your recorder can connect to the internet via a network or router, NTP will set the time and date automatically for you. By default NTP is enabled so if your recorder is already networked you will notice the time and date is already correct. You can disable NTP or change the server if you wish.

  • Page 66: Smart Setup - Disk Drives

    Zip DVR Manual Smart Setup - Disk Drives In the Disk screen you can format drives and also set if and when the recorder overwrites old footage. Formatting A Hard Drive If the recorder was purchased with a hard disk drive(s) already installed these have already been formatted for you.

  • Page 67: Smart Setup - Resolution

    · 1080P (1920 x 1080) Smart Setup - Mobile Settings This screen displays the ports and addresses required when connecting to the recorder from the Zip Vision PC client software or the Zip Vision mobile apps. P2P ID The P2P ID or QR code can be used when adding the recorder to the PC software or mobile app...
  • Page 68 Zip DVR Manual Port These are the ports on the router used by the recorder defined during Network Configuration the Smart Setup Wizard. Note: When adding devices to the PC software or mobile apps you don't need to worry about these.

  • Page 69: Smart Setup - P2P

    Vision PC client software or mobile app. As you can not enter the P2P ID into a web browse P2P cannot be used with internet explorer. When adding a device in the Zip Vision mobile app you are given the option to either scan the QR code or enter the P2P ID manually.

  • Page 70: Part 6 Live View

    Zip DVR Manual Live View Live view displays the video from each camera in real time. After signing on to your recorder it will automatically enter Live View mode when. Live View - Screen Display In Live View you can view your cameras as a single channel or multi-channel display. If you double click on a channel whilst in a multi-channel display it will open that channel in a full screen display, if you double click again it will revert back to the multi-channel display.
  • Page 71 Live View Display Modes You can set the display mode from the Live View (right click) menu. This dictates which channel is shown or how multiple channels are displayed on screen. Single Screen: Displays a list of all channels on the recorder. Selecting a channel from the list will display that camera full screen.

  • Page 72: Live View - Status

    Zip DVR Manual Live View - Status Status Icons In Live View mode there are icons at the bottom of each camera image showing the current status of the camera and/or the recorder as described below: Icon Channel Status The camera channel is recording...

  • Page 73: Live View - Camera Position

    Live View Live View - Camera Position When Live View is set to a multi channel display mode it is possible to switch the positions of the cameras to get the layout . For example, when viewing cameras in a 2x2 display mode Channel 1 is automatically shown in the top left corner of the screen and Channel 2 is shown in the top right corner of the screen.

  • Page 74: Live View - Camera Overlays

    Zip DVR Manual Live View - Camera Overlays Each channel can display the date/time and a camera name of up to 40 characters as an overlay one the camera's image. These can be enable/disabled, edited and re-positioned from the Live sub-menu under the Video menu.

  • Page 75: Part 7 Playback

    Playback Playback The Playback screen is your hub for reviewing, interrogating and backing up footage. The Playback screen can be accessed in 2 ways. The first method is to press the PLAY/PAUSE button on the front panel of the recorder. This will take you to the Playback screen with no search results.

  • Page 76: Playback Toolbar Explained

    This is the Playback toolbar. You will see a variation of this toolbar in many of the playback screens. It has many of the same features as toolbars you find on mobile apps or PC media players. You will also find some useful tools specific to our Zip CCTV recorders as described below.
  • Page 77 Playback Advanced Controls Icon Name Function Click to activate digital zoom and control as described in Digital Zoom Zoom Snip out and backup a section of footage. Click to start snipping. For Snipping more information see Snipping Tool Tool Only shown when you have started a snipping. Click to end and save Back-up snipping.
  • Page 78 Zip DVR Manual Timeline Key Icon Name Function Shows on the timeline for footage which was captured normally from Normal / Manual schedule or manual pressing/clicking record. Shows on the timeline for footage which was captured when motion Motion detection was triggered.

  • Page 79: Playback Toolbar - Digital Zoom

    Playback Playback Toolbar - Digital Zoom When you click the digital zoom icon you will notice a small window appears in the bottom right corner of the screen repeating the camera's image. If you are viewing a multi-channel layout the selected channel will be displayed full screen.

  • Page 80: Playback Toolbar - Snipping Tool

    Zip DVR Manual Playback Toolbar - Snipping Tool The Snipping Tool allows you to "snip" out and back-up a small segment from your recorded footage. It's a quick and easy way of backing up the precise footage you need without having to save a large file or having to remember start and end times.
  • Page 81 Playback To save the clip click the Backup button. This will display the Backup Type window as explained below. Saving Video Clips When you are ready to save the snipping click the Backup button on the toolbar. The following window will be displayed showing the size of the file, which camera's footage is being saved and the start and end time.

  • Page 82: Playback Toolbar - Tags

    Zip DVR Manual Playback Toolbar - Tags If you are viewing footage in Playback and you see an incident occur, you can add a Tag to flag the incident and then quickly find it again at a later stage as shown in the...

  • Page 83: Playback - General

    Playback Playback - General When you enter the Playback screen it will open on the General playback tab. This is the traditional playback screen you will be used to seeing if you have used CCTV recorders before. You can use the panel on the left hand side of the screen to search for footage by date, type and camera as explained below.
  • Page 84 Zip DVR Manual You can change the month and year using the blue arrows then select a date by clicking on it. An orange line underneath a date indicates that footage was captured on that day. Search Type Choosing the Search Type allows you to filter which footage is replayed based on what triggered the recording in the first place.
  • Page 85 Playback Stream Type The Stream Type drop down list allows you to filter between Mainstream and Substream recordings. Camera Selection By ticking and unticking the check boxes next to the cameras you can set which cameras are displayed during playback. Cameras which didn't recorded footage on the selected date will be greyed out and unavailable for selection.

  • Page 86: Playback - Backup

    Zip DVR Manual Playback - Backup The Backup screen is where you can export recorded footage to a USB storage device. You can use the panel on the left hand side of the screen to search for footage by date, time, type and camera as explained below.
  • Page 87 Playback You can change month and year using the blue arrows then select a date by clicking on it. An orange line underneath a date indicates that footage was captured on that day. Search Type Choosing the Search Type allows you to filter which footage is replayed based on what triggered the recording in the first place.
  • Page 88 Zip DVR Manual PD: Only shows footage which was captured as the result of a PD (Pedestrian Detection) trigger. FD: Only shows footage which was captured as the result of a FD (Face Detection) trigger. CC: Only shows footage which was captured as the result of a CC (Cross Counting) trigger.
  • Page 89 Playback Selecting Footage Recordings are split into segments so that you can backup portions of the day covering the events you need rather than having to backup the entire day. In the header of each segment's thumbnail you will see the name of the camera the footage was captured from as well as the time period the segment covers.
  • Page 90 Zip DVR Manual Icon Name Function By default the recording segments are in order from Descending oldest to newest. To view the newest recording first Order tick the check box next to Descending Order. You can select and de-select all recording segments Select by ticking or unticking the Select check box.
  • Page 91 Playback When you have made your selection click Save. A Backup window will display where you can choose and manage you backup device. For more information see the Backup section. Locking Footage You can Lock footage so that it is not overwritten keeping it safe for backup or playback at a later date.

  • Page 92: Playback - Backup Preview

    Zip DVR Manual Playback - Backup Preview In the Backup Preview screen you can watch your recording(s) before backing them up. This is a great way to make sure you're backing up the correct footage. Playback Toolbar For more information on using the playback controls see the Playback Toolbar Explained section.
  • Page 93 Playback File Information The Information panel in the bottom left corner displays the key details of the highlighted file: Channel: Shows the name of the channel the recording was captured from. Time: Shows the start and end time of the recording. Type: The recording type shows what triggered the recording.

  • Page 94: Playback - Sub-Periods

    Zip DVR Manual Playback - Sub-periods The Sub-period playback screen is another quick and easy way to see when an incident occurred. It's especially suited to low traffic areas where it would be easy to spot something out of the ordinary.
  • Page 95 Playback You can change month and year using the blue arrows then select a date by clicking on it. An orange line underneath a date indicates that footage was captured on that day. Search Type Choosing the Search Type allows you to filter which footage is replayed based on what triggered the recording in the first place.
  • Page 96 Zip DVR Manual PD: Only shows footage which was captured as the result of a PD (Pedestrian Detection) trigger. FD: Only shows footage which was captured as the result of a FD (Face Detection) trigger. CC: Only shows footage which was captured as the result of a CC (Cross Counting) trigger.

  • Page 97: Playback - Instant Detective

    Playback Playback - Instant Detective Instant Detective is one of the recorder's best features. It analyses footage retrospectively to quickly find events that have occurred. With Instant Detective you can draw a box over an area of the image on previously recorded footage.
  • Page 98 Zip DVR Manual You can change month and year using the blue arrows then select a date by clicking on it. An orange line underneath a date indicates that footage was captured on that day. Search Type Choosing the Search Type allows you to filter which footage is replayed based on what triggered the recording in the first place.
  • Page 99 Playback PD: Only shows footage which was captured as the result of a PD (Pedestrian Detection) trigger. FD: Only shows footage which was captured as the result of a FD (Face Detection) trigger. CC: Only shows footage which was captured as the result of a CC (Cross Counting) trigger.
  • Page 100 Zip DVR Manual Periods of footage where movement was detected within the detection area will appear as dark blue sections on the playback timeline. Playback will begin at the first section of footage where movement was detected. When playback reaches the end of a section it will automatically jump to the next section and continue playback.

  • Page 101: Playback - Instant Detective - Detecion Area

    Playback Playback - Instant Detective - Detecion Area When You first enter the Detection Area screen you you will see a red grid covering the entire image by default as shown below. As Instant Detective searches for movement within the gridded area it will search for any movement within the entire screen if left as is.
  • Page 102 Zip DVR Manual Setting A Detection Area The easiest way to set a new detection area is to first remove any current detection areas using the Clear All button. You can click and drag using the left mouse button to select the new detection area.
  • Page 103 Playback Removing A Detection Area To remove all detection areas just use the Clear All button. However, you can also remove parts of detection areas by left clicking and dragging over the section of a detection area grid you want to remove.

  • Page 104: Playback - Tag

    Zip DVR Manual Playback - Tag The Tag screen shows previously saved video tags so it's really easy to find the exact footage you're looking for. Default and Customised tags will be displayed in order from oldest to newest for the selected date range.
  • Page 105 Playback You can change the month and year using the blue arrows then select a date by clicking on it. Keyword The Keyword field enables you to search for tags by name. This is the fastest way to recall tagged footage as you can jump to a specific tag.
  • Page 106 Zip DVR Manual Search Results When you click Search all tags matching the search parameters will be displayed in the main section of the screen. You will see the following details for each tag: Tag Name: Shows the name allocated to the video tag, Camera: Shows which cameras footage the tag was assigned to.

  • Page 107: Playback - Tag - Playback

    Playback Edit Tag You can rename a tag name by clicking the Edit button to open the Modify Tag window. Once you have renamed the tag click Save. Delete Tag To delete a tag simply click the Delete icon on tag's record in the search result list.. Playback - Tag - Playback The Tag playback screen will appear when you choose to play tagged footage in the screen.
  • Page 108 Zip DVR Manual Playback Toolbar For more information on using the playback controls see the Playback Toolbar Explained section. Tagged Footage Playback To playback a video tag you first select the tag you want from the list in the left hand panel.
  • Page 109 Playback Edit Tag You can rename a tag name by clicking the Edit button to open the Modify Tag window. Once you have renamed the tag click Save. Delete Tag To delete a tag simply click the Delete icon on tag's record in the search result list.. Saving Video Clips To backup tagged footage use the Snipping Tool from the toolbar as explained in the Snipping...

  • Page 110: Playback - External File

    Zip DVR Manual Playback - External File In the External File playback screen you can play footage from a USB device connected to the recorder. Connecting A USB Device If you already have your USB device connected to the recorder when you enter the External File screen the files and folders saved to the device should be visible in the left hand panel.
  • Page 111 *.mp4;*.MP4 - Will only display MP4 video files. *.Qzip - Will only display the Zip's own encoded Qzip video files. For added security Qzip files can only be played back on a Zip recorder or using the Zippy video player on a PC available from SoftCCTV.com Selecting Video File You can navigate around the USB device by double clicking folder icons to enter them.

  • Page 112: Playback - Picture

    Zip DVR Manual Playback - Picture In the Picture Playback screen you can search for and view your previously captured snapshots. Snapshots can be saved using the Manual Capture button during Live View or in the Playback screen. You can also configure cameras to capture snapshots at set intervals in the Capture screen.
  • Page 113 Playback You can change the month and year using the blue arrows then select a date by clicking on it. Search Type Choosing the Search Type allows you to filter which snapshots are displayed based on what triggered the snapshot to be captured in the first place. For example, if you only select Alarm you will only see snapshots which were captured as the result of an alarm trigger.
  • Page 114 Zip DVR Manual Once you are ready click the Search button to display all recordings which match your chosen parameters. Selecting Snapshots In the header of each thumbnail you will see the name of the camera the footage was captured from as well as the time the snapshot was captured.
  • Page 115 Playback Snapshot Information The information pane in the bottom left corner of the screen shows the channel the snapshot was captured from, the time of the snapshot, the snapshot trigger and the file size of the snapshot. Picture Toolbar Explained There is also a toolbar at the bottom of the screen to help with your selection as explained below.

  • Page 116: Playback - Picture - Preview

    Zip DVR Manual Playback - Picture - Preview The Picture Preview screen allows you to view the snapshot images for the chosen date. You can also backup your snapshots to a USB device. When you first enter the Picture Preview screen the snapshots will playback automatically from the selected snapshot until the last snapshot.
  • Page 117 Playback To select a snapshot just tick the box at the start of the row. You can select any combination of snapshots or you can tick and untick the box above the check box column to select or deselect all snapshots.

  • Page 118: Playback - Slice

    Zip DVR Manual Playback - Slice In the Playback Slice screen you can quickly break down recordings into smaller and smaller sections until you find the event you are looking for. Each section is represented by a thumbnail giving you a snapshot of the events the section covers.
  • Page 119 Playback Selecting The Year You can use the Up and Down arrows in the Year field to select the year from which you want to find footage. Finding Footage By comparing thumbnails you can quickly narrow down your search to find when an event occurred.
  • Page 120 Zip DVR Manual To view the footage in the Slice Playback screen just click the Full Screen icon in the top right corner of the preview window. 03/12/2021 ZipDVR.com...

  • Page 121: Playback - Slice - Playback

    Playback Playback - Slice - Playback The Slice Playback screen allows you to view the selected video slice. You can also backup your video slice to a USB device. When you first enter the Slice Playback screen the video will playback automatically from the selected slice.
  • Page 122 Zip DVR Manual Once you have set the Pre-Play and post-Play times click the Play button bellow the drop-down lists to start playback with the Pre-play and Post-Play time added to the video slice. Saving Video Clips To backup video slices use the Snipping Tool from the toolbar as explained in the...

  • Page 123: Part 8 Main Menu

    Three clicks completes most actions Every Zip recorder has our ultra easy to use Disc menu system. With its clear and simple layout, it's easy to navigate and find all the features the Zip recorder has to offer. To access the main menu right click the mouse during live view and select Main Menu or press the Menu button on the front panel of the device.

  • Page 124: Part 9 Video Menu

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu The Video menu is where you can manage your CCTV cameras connected to the Zip recorder. From the Video menu you can access the following sub-menus and features. Video Video sub-menu is where you can configure all of your camera's settings.

  • Page 125: Video Menu - Video

    Video Menu PTZ sub-menu is where you can set the PTZ parameters for you cameras like the Protocol and Baudrate. Video Cover You can setup privacy masking for each camera in the Video Cover sub-menu Motion In the Motion sub-menu you can setup and enable/disable Motion Detection for each camera.
  • Page 126 Zip DVR Manual All Zip DVRs can take additional IP cameras on top of their HD channels straight out of the box. 4Ch DVRs can take an additional 2 IP cameras for a total of 6 cameras. 8Ch DVRs can have an additional 4 IP cameras for a total of 12 cameras.
  • Page 127 Video Menu Saving Changes Once you have configured your cameras click Apply to save your new settings. © ZipNVR.com ZipDVR.com...

  • Page 128: Video Menu - Video - Usb Wireless

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Video - USB Wireless You can manage your Zip Rapid Deploy wireless battery powered cameras in the USB Wireless sub-menu. 03/12/2021 ZipDVR.com...
  • Page 129 USB Wireless. 3. To pair a Zip wireless camera to one of the wireless camera channels, press the pairing button on the back of the camera and then press then pair icon (blue camera) on the channel you want to assign the camera to.
  • Page 130 Zip DVR Manual Pair The blue camera icon in the Pair column is the pair button used when pairing a camera to a USB wireless channel as explained above. Activate You can manually activate a camera rather than waiting for a motion trigger by clicking the blue Play button the the Activate column.

  • Page 131: Video Menu - Video - Ip Channels

    Video Menu Video Menu - Video - IP Channels From the video sub-menu you can manage the IP cameras connected to your recorder in the IP Channels sub-menu. © ZipNVR.com ZipDVR.com...

  • Page 132: Video Menu - Video - Ip Channels - Connecting Ip Cameras To A Dvr

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Video - IP Channels - Connecting IP Cameras To A DVR When adding IP cameras to a DVR you will need to connect them via a network switch. There are various ways you could do this as listed below: Direct Connection You can connect the network switch directly into the LAN port on the rear of the DVR.
  • Page 133 Video Menu PoE & Non-PoE Switches You have 2 choices when it comes to network switches, PoE or Non-PoE. PoE (Power Over Ethernet) PoE switches offer the easiest installation solution as they power the camera over the network cable so a single cable caries the power and data. Non PoE Non PoE switches only carry the data down the network lead so you would still need to power the cameras locally.

  • Page 134: Video Menu - Video - Ip Channels - Adding Zip Ip Cameras

    Video Menu - Video - IP Channels - Adding Zip IP Cameras We've made it super easy to add Zip IP cameras to your Zip recorder. With a few clicks you can automatically assign IP addresses to your cameras and add them to the available channels.
  • Page 135 When you click OK the recorder will assign an IP address to all cameras which use those credentials and add those cameras to the recorder. Zip IP cameras all have the default Username: admin and Password: 777777. © ZipNVR.com...

  • Page 136: Video Menu - Video - Ip Channels - Searching For Cameras

    IP Address can only be modified before the camera is added to the recorder. This is usually only required for 3rd party cameras as you can auto assign IP addresses to Zip cameras as shown in the Adding Zip IP Cameras section.
  • Page 137 This show basic information to help you identify the device. For Zip devices the model number will be displayed but this may differ for other manufacturers. MAC Address The Mac address is the unique ID of the device. For Zip devices this will always start 38-B1-9E- B0 followed by 2 pairs of unique digits. Software Version The current firmware version of the device will be displayed in this column.

  • Page 138: Video Menu - Video - Ip Channels - Ip Camera Settings

    By default the Subnet Mask will be set to 255.255.255.000. We strongly recommend leaving this as is unless you are an IT professional. Port The port is usually preset in the camera and can usually be left as the default port. On Zip IP cameras this will be 8240. 03/12/2021...
  • Page 139 The username will differ depending on the camera and the manufacture. This can usually be found in the documentation supplied with the camera. For Zip IP cameras the default username is admin. Password The Password field allows you to change the camera's password if required, however you are usually OK to leave this as the default.

  • Page 140: Video Menu - Video - Ip Channels - Default Passwords

    Onvif_enhanced and Onvif_Standard are used when adding IP cameras to the recorder. Onvif_enhanced is already configured Zip IP cameras so you will only need to change this if your are not using Zip cameras. The Custom protocols are used when...
  • Page 141 Protocol Manage section. By default the Onvif_enchanced credentials are configured for Zip IP cameras with the username: admin and password: 777777. All other protocols are set as username: admin and password: admin by default. To save your changes click the Save button. To exit the window click Cancel however any un- saved changes will be lost.

  • Page 142: Video Menu - Video - Ip Channels - Adding Single Ip Cameras

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Video - IP Channels - Adding Single IP Cameras Once your IP cameras have been configured as explained in the IP Camera Settings section you're ready to add them to your recorder. You can add single cameras as explained here or you add multiple cameras at the same time.
  • Page 143 Username & Password You can manually enter the Username and Password if required so that they match the camera. For Zip cameras you can leave them as they are unless you have changed the default username and password in the camera itself.

  • Page 144: Video Menu - Video - Ip Channels - Adding Multiple Ip Cameras

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Video - IP Channels - Adding Multiple IP Cameras If you plan on adding multiple IP cameras which share the same logon credentials you can save time by adding them all at once. You can either add a selection of the available cameras or you can choose to add all available cameras.
  • Page 145 Video Menu Protocol The protocol is set as Auto by default and it is recommended that you leave it as such. When set to Auto the camera's protocol will be detected and set automatically. For more information on configuring protocols see the Protocol Manage section.

  • Page 146: Video Menu - Video - Ip Channels - Adding Cameras From A Zip Recorder

    Video Menu - Video - IP Channels - Adding Cameras From A Zip Recorder You can add cameras from other Zip DVRs and NVRs as IP cameras as long as both recorders are on the same network. You can add single cameras as explained here or you...
  • Page 147 Video Menu Target Recorder Settings In the bottom half of the window you will see editable settings. It is important to note that this will not the change any settings on the recorder you are attempting to connect to, these are just the credentials used to connect to the recorder and camera.
  • Page 148 Zip DVR Manual Camera Name You can enter a name up to 8 characters long for your camera. This will be overlayed onto the camera's image during live view and on recorded footage. Port This needs to be the port in the router that the target recorder is assigned to. This will be filled in automatically however you may need to check the settings on the target recorder to see what this is set to.

  • Page 149: Video Menu - Video - Ip Channels - Adding Multiple Cameras From A Zip Recorder

    Video Menu - Video - IP Channels - Adding Multiple Cameras From A Zip Recorder You can add multiple cameras at the same time from another Zip DVR or NVR as long as both recorders are on the same network. These cameras are added as IP cameras and can be viewed and recorded just like any other camera.
  • Page 150 Zip DVR Manual Target Recorder Settings In the Add IP Camera window you will see a few editable settings, these are the credentials used to connect to the target recorder and camera. These settings have to match those of the target recorder otherwise you will not be able to connect to the cameras.

  • Page 151: Video Menu - Video - Ip Channels - Adding Cameras From An Alien Dvr

    Video Menu - Video - IP Channels - Adding Cameras From An Alien DVR One great feature of the Zip recorders is the ability to add cameras from an Alien DVR as IP cameras. The Alien DVR just needs to be on the same network as your Zip recorder. Before you...
  • Page 152 Zip DVR Manual In the bottom half of the window you will see editable IP settings. It is important to note that this will not the change any settings on the Alien DVR you are attempting to connect to, these are just the credentials used to connect to the DVR and camera.

  • Page 153: Video Menu - Video - Ip Channels - Managing Ip Cameras

    The list at the bottom of the screen shows all of the connected cameras. The options available will differ for each camera depending on the connection type. This could be a Zip IP camera, a camera connected to another Zip recorder or a camera connected to an Alien DVR.
  • Page 154 Zip DVR Manual This is handy when the IP settings of a connected device have changed. Rather than having to delete the device and add it again with the new settings, you can simply update the settings here. This will point the recorder in the right direction so that it can re-connect to the device.
  • Page 155 Video Menu If the recorder can not connect to the camera, the status icon will show a camera with red play icon below it. This shows that the IP settings you entered for the camera are incorrect, the camera's IP settings have changed since being added to the recorder or that the camera is offline. When this happens you may need to edit the connection information as explained above if you know the camera's IP settings.

  • Page 156: Video Menu - Video - Protocol Manage

    3rd party DVR such as the Alien. This is a useful upgrade tool on larger sites as it lets you view cameras from old legacy systems along with newer Zip devices all in the same place. Creating Custom Protocols To add cameras form an Alien DVR to your Zip recorder you will need to configure a custom protocol for each camera you plan to add.
  • Page 157 Once you have finished click Apply. Repeat these steps creating a new custom protocol for each camera you want to add from the Alien DVR. To add you new camera links to you Zip recorder see the Adding Cameras From An Alien section.

  • Page 158: Video Menu - Live

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Live The Live sub-menu in the Video menu allows you to dictate how a camera's details and image are visually displayed during live view and on recorded files. Settings available will differ depending on recorder, camera type and camera model.
  • Page 159 Video Menu Show Name When this tick-box is selected the channel name will be overlayed on the camera's image during live view and an on recorded footage. To hide the channel name just untick this option. Date Format You can change how the date is displayed in Date Format drop down list. There are 3 options to choose from, MM/DD/YYYY, YYYY-MM-DD or DD/MM/YYYY.

  • Page 160: Video Menu - Live - Setup

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Live - Setup The Setup screen from the Live sub-menu shows live camera images and allows you to dictate how a camera's details and image are visually displayed during live view and on recorded files.
  • Page 161 Video Menu Time Format You can choose if the time is displayed on the cameras image in 12 or 24 hour format using the Time Format drop down list. Covert The Covert tick-box is an easy way to set a channel up for covert recording. When the Covert tick- box is checked the camera's footage is still recorded but it will not appear in live view displays.

  • Page 162: Video Menu - Image Control

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Image Control In the Image Control sub-menu you can view and configure the image settings of the compatible IP cameras connected to the recorder. The main screen will show the current settings for each connected IP camera. To make changes to a camera click the cog icon to enter the Setup screen.
  • Page 163 Video Menu IR-Cut Delay The IR-Cut Delay slider lets you adjust the amount of time the camera waits before switching to black and white when light levels drop below the minimum usable level. The idea of a delay is to take into account things like passing clouds which may briefly cause light levels to drop.
  • Page 164 Zip DVR Manual 3D Noise Reduction This applies a digital filter to reduce noise in the foreground and the background of the camera's image. You can choose Disable to turn off the filter, Auto to allow the camera to decide for itself the strength of the filter required or Manual.
  • Page 165 Video Menu When the Shutter Mode is set to Auto the Exposure Time won't have too much of an effect as the iris will adjust to compensate for it. When the Shutter Mode is set to Manual the Exposure Time will have a massive effect on the brightness of the image.

  • Page 166: Video Menu - Ptz

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - PTZ In the PTZ sub-menu you can configure the communication settings for the PTZ and UTC (Up The Co-ax) cameras connected to your recorder. The main screen will display a list of all channels on the recorder and their current communication settings.
  • Page 167 Video Menu You only need to worry about the baudrate when the camera's Protocol is set to Pelco-D or Pelco- P. For all other cameras you can leave these settings as they are. DataBit This needs to match the databit set in the camera. By default this will be 8 and should only need changing if it has been changed in the camera.

  • Page 168: Video Menu - Video Cover

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Video Cover You can create up to 4 privacy masking zones for each channel in the Video Cover sub-menu. This is an easy way to comply with GDPR and data protection as you can mask off sensitive areas of the camera's image.
  • Page 169 Video Menu Removing Privacy Zones 1. To remove an area simply untick the check box for that area then click the Apply button. 2. To remove all areas just from the selected camera just click the Default button. Copying Privacy Zones You can copy privacy zones from one camera to another by clicking the Copy button as explained in the Parameter Copy...

  • Page 170: Video Menu - Motion

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Motion You can setup motion detection for each camera on the recorder in the Motion sub-menu. Setting up motion detection allows you to record footage or trigger an alarm when movement is detected. These are also the same options you will see if you click the Motion button when setting up motion alarms.

  • Page 171: Video Menu - Motion - Setup

    Video Menu 8 is the highest sensitivity level and will trigger when slight movement is detected inside the defined detection area. Alarm Handling Clicking the Alarm button will open the Alarm Handling screen where you can set what actions the recorder will take when motion is detected for each channel.
  • Page 172 Zip DVR Manual Setting And Removing Motion Areas You can create or remove a motion area by left clicking the mouse and dragging over the area you want to select or deselect. You can create multiple motion areas within the cameras image in this way.
  • Page 173 Video Menu 8 is the highest sensitivity level and will trigger when slight movement is detected inside the defined detection area. Saving Changes Once you have configured the motion settings as required click the right mouse button to exit the setup screen and return to the Motion sub-menu.

  • Page 174: Video Menu - Smart

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Smart The Smart menu is designed for use with Zip AI cameras which have a range of highly advanced detection features to enhance your CCTV system and monitoring capabilities. The Smart features available depend on the model of recorder and cameras being used.

  • Page 175: Video Menu - Smart - Pid Setup

    Video Menu Camera Lists all compatible AI cameras on the recorder. Perimeter Configuration You can define up to 4 perimeters as shown in the PID Setup section by clicking the Cog icon. You will need to define at least one area so that the recorder knows where to monitor. Enabling PID To enable or disable PID for each camera just tick or untick the Switch check box.
  • Page 176 Zip DVR Manual In the PID setup screen you can create up to 4 perimeters which allows you to monitor movement in and out of these zones. Selecting Your Camera You can select the camera you want to configure perimeters for from Camera drop down list.
  • Page 177 Video Menu Editing A Perimeter You can edit an existing perimeter as followed: 1. Select the Rule Number you want to edit the perimeter for from the Rule Number drop down list. 2. Click the red square in the top left corner of the parameter. 3.

  • Page 178: Video Menu - Smart - Lcd

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Smart - LCD The LCD (Line Crossing Detection) feature allows you to draw a line on the camera's image and then trigger an event if anything crosses over it. Note: You can not enable Cross Counting when PID, LCD or SOD are enabled and vice versa.

  • Page 179: Video Menu - Smart - Lcd Setup

    Video Menu 4 is the highest sensitivity level and will trigger with the slightest movement over the line. High sensitivity levels are more suited to internal cameras away from environmental conditions. Scene You should set the Scene to match where the camera has been installed. Setting the Scene correctly allows the recorder to make allowances for typical light levels and produce more accurate results.
  • Page 180 Zip DVR Manual Selecting Your Camera You can select the camera you want to configure line crossings for from Camera drop down list. Selecting A Line Crossing Your can create and configure up to 4 line crossings for each camera. These line crossing configurations are called Rules.
  • Page 181 Video Menu · A->B - This option will only trigger when an object moves across the line from side A to side B. · B->A - This option will only trigger when an object moves across the line from side B to side A. ·...

  • Page 182: Video Menu - Smart - Sod

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Smart - SOD The SOD (Stationary Object Detection) feature allows you to draw a box on the camera's image and then trigger an event if anything changes inside it. This can be if an object enters the box and remains within it or if an object which was originally inside the box is removed.

  • Page 183: Video Menu - Smart - Sod Setup

    Video Menu Sensitivity By setting the Sensitivity you can avoid false triggers or capture slight movements. 1 is the lowest sensitivity level and will only trigger when there is a large, clearly noticeable object is introduced or removed from the SOD area. Setting a low sensitivity level can prevent false triggers for something like a tree or bush moving in the wind.
  • Page 184 Zip DVR Manual Selecting Your Camera You can select the camera you want to configure stationary object areas for from Camera drop down list. Selecting A Stationary Object Area Your can create and configure up to 4 stationary object areas for each camera. These stationary object configurations are called Rules.
  • Page 185 Video Menu Editing A Stationary Object Area You can edit an existing stationary object area as followed: 1. Select the Rule Number you want to edit the stationary object area for from the Rule Number drop down list. 2. Click the red square in the top left corner of the stationary object area. 3.

  • Page 186: Video Menu - Smart - Pd

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Smart - PD The PD (Pedestrian Detection) feature lets you monitor the camera's image for pedestrians, vehicles or both. You can even tell the recorder to watch for moving or stationary subjects depending on your need.

  • Page 187: Video Menu - Smart - Pd Setup

    Video Menu Saving Changes When you are happy with the current settings click the Apply button to save your changes. If you exit the window without saving any changes will be lost. Video Menu - Smart - PD Setup When you click a camera's Setup icon in the sub-menu the PD Setup screen will be displayed.
  • Page 188 Zip DVR Manual 4. Finally click where you want to set the top right corner of the detection area. You will notice as you are setting your corner points the recorder will draw a red box between between the points.
  • Page 189 Video Menu Minimum Size Of Objects Detected You can set the minimum size of objects that are detected in the Min Pixel field. You can enter a minimum width between 64 pixels to 1080 pixels. This is useful as the area you are monitoring will differ from camera to camera. If the area you are monitor is far from the camera you you would want to set a small minimum width as pedestrians and vehicles will appear small on-screen.
  • Page 190 Zip DVR Manual Full Screen Monitoring You can set a detection area as described previously but in some cases you may just want to monitor the entire image. You can do this using the Detection Area drop down list. Customize will only monitor within the defined detection area but if you select Full Screen the recorder will monitor the entire image.

  • Page 191: Video Menu - Smart - Fd

    Video Menu Video Menu - Smart - FD The FD (Face Detection) feature allows you to monitor the cameras's image for human faces. Camera Lists all compatible AI cameras on the recorder. Face Detection Configuration You can configure the parameters for detection to get more accurate results as shown in the Setup section by clicking the Cog icon.

  • Page 192: Video Menu - Smart - Fd Setup

    Zip DVR Manual Saving Changes When you are happy with the current settings click the Apply button to save your changes. If you exit the window without saving any changes will be lost. Video Menu - Smart - FD Setup...
  • Page 193 Video Menu 3. Click on the camera's image where you want to set the top left corner of the detection area. 4. Click where you want to set the bottom left corner. 5. Click where you want to set the bottom right corner. 6.
  • Page 194 Mug Shots Or Any Angle For the most accurate face detection a straight on mug shot is usually the best option but the Zip AI cameras are also capable of detecting a face from most angles.
  • Page 195 Video Menu Snap Frequency You can set how often the recorder will capture a snapshot of the subject using the Snap Frequency field. Enter the amount of time (in seconds) you want between each snapshot to set the snap frequency. This timer will remain active as long as the subject is present.
  • Page 196 Zip DVR Manual In some circumstances you may wish to also capture stationary pedestrians and vehicles such as no loitering or no parking areas. If this is the case you can select Static Mode from the drop down list. The recorder will still trigger when moving subjects are detected but will now capture stationary ones as well.

  • Page 197: Video Menu - Smart - Cc

    Video Menu Video Menu - Smart - CC The CC (Cross Counting) feature can be thought of as a more advanced version of Line Crossing Detection (LCD). As well as triggering an alarm when a object crosses over a line, Cross Counting will keep a record of how many times the line has been crossed.

  • Page 198: Video Menu - Smart - Cc - Setup

    Zip DVR Manual Sensitivity By setting the Sensitivity you can avoid false triggers or capture slight movements. 1 is the lowest sensitivity level and will only trigger when there is a large amount of movement where something clearly crosses over the line. Setting a low sensitivity level can prevent false triggers for something like a tree or bush moving in the wind.
  • Page 199 Video Menu Selecting Your Camera You can select the camera you want to configure cross counting for from Camera drop down list. Selecting A Line Crossing Currently you can only create 1 cross counting line per camera. These cross counting configurations are called Rules.
  • Page 200 Zip DVR Manual 4. Click the red square at the start of the line to confirm and set the new positions. Choosing Which Direction Of Line Crossing Causes A Trigger There are 2 options as to what direction of movement will trigger CC. We call these options Rule Types.

  • Page 201: Video Menu - Smart - Sound Detection

    Video Menu Video Menu - Smart - Sound Detection The Sound Detection feature allows you to determine what actions the recorder takes when there is an increase or decrease in the sound levels on a camera's audio. Camera Lists all compatible AI cameras on the recorder. Enabling Sound Detection To enable or disable Sound Detection for each camera just tick or untick the Switch check box.

  • Page 202: Video Menu - Smart - Sound Detection - Schedule

    Zip DVR Manual Trigger When Sound Levels Decrease You can set the recorder to trigger when there is a drop in a camera's sound levels by setting the Decline drop down list to Enable. This is especially useful in commercial and industrial settings as an alert if equipment or machinery stops working.
  • Page 203 Video Menu The schedule displays the time of day in half hour segments along the top and the day of the week down the side. Active times are shown in blue and inactive times are shown in white. By default the entire schedule will be coloured in blue indicating that sound detection is active 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

  • Page 204: Video Menu - Smart - Lens Covered

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Smart - Lens Covered The Lens Covered feature allows you to determine what actions the recorder takes when the camera's image is obscured. Camera Lists all compatible AI cameras on the recorder. Enabling Lens Covered Detection To enable or disable Lens Covered Detection for each camera just tick or untick the Switch check box.
  • Page 205 Video Menu Alarm Handling Clicking the Alarm button will open the Alarm Handling screen where you can set what actions the recorder will take when a lens covered detection alert is triggered. For more information on setting up alarm handling see the Alarm Menu - Smart section.

  • Page 206: Video Menu - Smart - Schedule

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Smart - Schedule In the Schedule sub-menu you can create an arming schedule for each camera to specify when the Smart features are active. The schedule displays the time of day in half hour segments along the top and the day of the week down the side.
  • Page 207 Video Menu Copying A Schedule From 1 Camera To Another To save time you can copy schedules from one camera to another as explained in the Parameter Copy section. Saving Changes When you are happy with the current settings click the Save button. ©...

  • Page 208: Video Menu - Smart - Intelligent Analysis

    Zip DVR Manual Video Menu - Smart - Intelligent Analysis In the Intelligent Analysis screen you can generate reports on the number of objects which have passed over a Cross Counting line within a specified time period. You can create daily, weekly, monthly or annual reports for each AI camera.

  • Page 209: Part 10 Record Menu

    Record Menu Record Menu The Record menu is where you can configure the recording parameters and the recording schedules for each camera connected to the Zip recorder. From the Record menu you can access the following sub-menus and features. Encode...

  • Page 210: Record - Encode

    Zip DVR Manual Record - Encode From the Encode sub-menu you can manage the video parameters for the Mainstream, Substream and Mobile-stream. Record - Encode - Mainstream You can tailor the mainstream recording quality of each camera to suit your requirements in the Encode - Mainstream sub-menu;...
  • Page 211 Record Menu Resolution You can set the recording resolution for each camera from the Resolution drop down list. The resolutions available will depend on the camera. A higher resolution will record higher quality footage but takes up more storage space. Frames Per Second (FPS) The frame rate is how many images are captured per second and determines how smooth your recorded footage appears.
  • Page 212 Zip DVR Manual You have 6 options when choosing the Video Quality; Lowest, Lower, Low, Medium, Higher and Highest. This needs to be used hand in hand with other mainstream settings to get the best results. For example if you set the Video Quality to Highest but have a low bitrate you will still capture low quality footage.
  • Page 213 Record Menu Ticking the ETR check box for a camera will display a new row of settings below the camera with the stream type Alarm. These are the record settings for when an alarm is triggered and can be configured in the same way as the normal stream. Copying Stream Settings From One Camera To Another Rather than re-entering the same settings for each camera you can copy settings from one camera by clicking the Copy button.

  • Page 214: Record - Encode - Substream

    Zip DVR Manual Record - Encode - Substream You can configure the substream quality for each camera in the Encode - Substream sub-menu. The substream allows you to create a lower quality stream for each camera which can then be used when viewing the recorder remotely in the PC client software or the mobile app.
  • Page 215 Record Menu Frames Per Second (FPS) The frame rate is how many images are captured per second and determines how smooth your recorded footage appears. You can set the frame rate in the FPS drop down list. A higher frame rate produces smother footage but takes up more storage space. For example TV shows are usually filmed at 24 frames per second however this is unnecessary for most CCTV Systems.
  • Page 216 Zip DVR Manual Bitrate & Bitrate Mode How you set the Bitrate Mode changes the options available when setting the Bitrate. If you set the Birate Mode as Predifined you can then choose one of the commonly used pre-set bitrates from the Bitrate drop down list.

  • Page 217: Record - Encode - Mobilestream

    You can enable or disable the mobilestream for each camera by ticking or unticking the Switch check box. When the mobile stream is enabled on a camera, the mobilestream option will become available when choosing the stream type for that camera on the Zip Vision PC client software or mobile app. © ZipNVR.com ZipDVR.com...
  • Page 218 Zip DVR Manual Stream Type As the mobilestream is not recorded and ETR is not available only the Normal Stream Type is available. Resolution You can set the recording resolution for each camera from the Resolution drop down list. The resolutions available will depend on the camera.
  • Page 219 Record Menu I Frame Interval I Frames is a compression technique used to create smaller video files. It works by taking one key frame called an I Frame which the recorder will then use as a reference point. For each frame after the I Frame the recorder will only capture parts of the image which have changed rather than capturing the entire image.

  • Page 220: Record - Record

    DualStream will record both the high quality mainstream and the lower quality substream. This is handy if you plan to playback footage remotely over the internet via the Zip Vision PC client software or mobile app. When playing back footage you can select the less demanding substream for smooth playback on slower internet connections.
  • Page 221 Record Menu Mainstream will only record the high quality mainstream. If you don't intend on playing footage back remotely then a recording of the lower quality substream is not required. By recording the mainstream only you can save on disk space which would usually be taken up by the substream. Enabling Pre-recording Some features on the recorder such as motion detection allow you to specify a pre-record time.

  • Page 222: Record - Record Schedule

    Zip DVR Manual Record - Record Schedule From the Record Schedule sub-menu you can create a unique timetable to tell the recorder when to capture footage. You can also choose how recordings are captured. This could when motion is detected, when an alarm is triggered or constant recording between certain hours.
  • Page 223 Record Menu 2. Click and drag over the time period you want to schedule recording for. You can drag over multiple days at once if needed. Copying Record Schedules From One Camera To Another Rather than re-creating the same schedule for each camera you can copy schedules from one camera to another by clicking the Copy button.

  • Page 224: Record - Capture

    Zip DVR Manual Record - Capture In the Capture sub-menu you can configure each camera to take snapshots at set intervals. This is great for time-lapsing images or low level monitoring where a video isn't necessarily required. Once you have configured your capture settings can create a...
  • Page 225 Capturing Snapshots On An Alarm Trigger Or Motion Detection A handy feature for capturing snapshots on a Zip recorder is the ability to set a different capture interval for when an alarm is triggered or motion is detected by the camera. This is typically used to increase the capture frequency so that you have more images of an event.
  • Page 226 Zip DVR Manual Saving Changes Once you are happy with your settings click the Apply button to save them. Alternatively you can right click with the mouse to exit the Capture menu without saving changes. 03/12/2021 ZipDVR.com...

  • Page 227: Record - Capture Schedule

    Record Menu Record - Capture Schedule From the Capture Schedule sub-menu you can create a unique timetable to tell the recorder when to capture snapshots. You can also choose how snapshots are captured. This could when motion is detected, when an alarm is triggered or constant capturing between certain hours. As an example you could create a schedule which captures constant snapshots during busy business hours, then switches to just motion or alarm triggered snapshots at night when nobody is around.
  • Page 228 Zip DVR Manual 2. Click and drag over the time period you want to remove the scheduled snapshot capturing from. You can drag over multiple days at once if needed. Copying Capture Schedules From One Camera To Another Rather than re-creating the same schedule for each camera you can copy schedules from one camera to another by clicking the Copy button.

  • Page 229: Part 11 Alarm Menu

    Alarm Menu Alarm Menu The Alarm menu is where you can set up alarm inputs and instruct the recorder on what to do when an alarm is triggered. From the Alarm menu you can access the following sub-menus and features. Motion In the Motion sub-menu...
  • Page 230 PTZ Linkage PTZ Linkage sub-menu is another of the Zip's clever features. In this menu you can set up your PTZ cameras to move to certain area when an alarm is triggered or motion is detected on another camera connected to the recorder.

  • Page 231: Alarm Menu - Motion

    Alarm Menu Alarm Menu - Motion In the Motion sub-menu you can set up how the recorder reacts when motion is detected for each camera. These are also the same options you will see if you click the Alarm button when setting up motion detection.
  • Page 232 Zip DVR Manual Latch Time The Latch Time is the amount of time the alarm output remains active. You can set the Latch Time up to a maximum of 60 seconds using the drop down list Record Video On Motion Trigger The recorder can be set to capture footage from a single or multiple channels when motion is detected.
  • Page 233 Alarm Menu Email Notifications You can set the recorder to include motion triggers in its email reports by selecting the Send Email check box. For more information on setting up emails accounts and email schedules see the Email section in the Network Menu. FTP Uploads You have the option to automatically upload snapshots of motion triggers or video footage covering the incident to an FTP server.

  • Page 234: Alarm Menu - I/O

    Zip DVR Manual Alarm Menu - I/O In the I/O (Input/Output) sub-menu you can set what action the recorder takes when there is a trigger on one of the alarm inputs or an alarm input of a connected IP camera.
  • Page 235 Alarm Menu Latch Time The Latch Time is the amount of time the alarm output remains active. You can set the Latch Time up to a maximum of 60 seconds using the drop down list Record Video On Alarm Input The recorder can be set to capture footage from a single or multiple channels when there is an alarm input.
  • Page 236 Zip DVR Manual On Screen Notification When Show Message is turned on an icon of a yellow bell will appear in the top right corner when a channel is recording as the result of an alarm trigger. You can turn this feature on or off using the Show Message check box.

  • Page 237: Alarm Menu - Smart

    In the Smart sub-menu you can set what action the recorder takes when there is a Smart trigger from one of the connected Zip AI cameras. These are also the same options you will see if you click the Alarm button when setting up Smart settings in the Video menu.
  • Page 238 Zip DVR Manual Trigger An Alarm Output You can tell the recorder to trigger alarm outputs to activate a 3rd party device such as a floodlight upon a trigger from the selected camera. Clicking the Cog icon in the Alarm Out column will open the Alarm Output window where you can dictate which alarm outputs will be triggered.
  • Page 239 Alarm Menu Post Recording The Post Recording time determines how long the recorder continues to capture footage for after the last movement was detected. This gives you a bit of leeway in-case the object which triggered the motion detection moves again or returns. You can set the post recording time between 30 seconds and 5 minutes using the Post Recording drop down list.
  • Page 240 Zip DVR Manual · (Pedestrian Detection) · (Face Detection) · (Cross Counting) · Sound Detection · Lens Covered · Schedule · Intelligent Analysis Copying Smart Alarm Settings You can copy Smart alarm settings from one camera to another by clicking the Copy button as...

  • Page 241: Alarm Menu - Ptz Linkage

    Alarm Menu Alarm Menu - PTZ Linkage The PTZ Linkage sub-menu is a great way enhance your security system. It allows you to tell PTZ cameras to move to a specific location when an alarm input is triggered or motion detected by another camera.
  • Page 242 Zip DVR Manual 3. Using Alarm Inputs To Control PTZ Cameras Alarm input triggers can also be used to control PTZ cameras. These can be the alarm inputs on the recorder itself or the alarm inputs on connected IP cameras.
  • Page 243 Alarm Menu Saving Changes When you are happy with the current settings click the Apply button. If you exit the window without saving any changes will be lost. © ZipNVR.com ZipDVR.com...

  • Page 244: Alarm Menu - Exception

    Zip DVR Manual Alarm Menu - Exception In the Exception sub-menu you can decide how the recorder alerts you when an error occurs or maintenance is required. The settings available may differ depending on the model of recorder. Event Type There are various events you can set up alerts for as listed Event Type column.
  • Page 245 Alarm Menu Latch Time The Latch Time is the amount of time the alarm output remains active. You can set the Latch Time up to a maximum of 60 seconds using the drop down list On Screen Notification When Show Message is turned on you will get a visual notification during live view to indicate that an exception event has occurred.
  • Page 246 Zip DVR Manual An icon similar to the one shown above will be displayed at the bottom of the screen during live view to show that there is an issue preventing the recorder from writing to a hard drive. The icon shown will depend what issue has caused the error.
  • Page 247 Alarm Menu Saving Changes When you are happy with the current settings click the Apply button. If you exit the window without saving any changes will be lost. © ZipNVR.com ZipDVR.com...

  • Page 248: Alarm Menu - Exception - Disk Error

    Zip DVR Manual Alarm Menu - Exception - Disk Error When the recorder can not write to a disk a hard driver error icon will appear during live view if the Disk Error exception is enabled in the Exceptions menu.
  • Page 249 Alarm Menu Clicking the Configuration button will take you to the Storage Menu section where you can format the drive. No Hard Drive Detected If the recorder can not find any hard drives the following message will be displayed. Once you click the OK button the window will close but the icon will remain on screen.

  • Page 250: Alarm Menu - Alarm Schedule

    Alarm Out - any alarm outputs the camera is set to trigger. · Push - any time an event should send a push notification to the Zip mobile app. · FTP Upload - image or video uploads to an FTP server for the chosen camera.
  • Page 251 Alarm Menu Editing A Schedule By default each trigger event type is scheduled to be active 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Removing A Schedule To remove a schedule follow these simple steps: 1. Click the radio button for the trigger event type you want to remove. 2.

  • Page 252: Part 12 Network Menu

    Zip DVR Manual Network Menu In the Network menu you can configure the recorder for access over a network or over the internet. Here you can define network settings, DDNS accounts, email settings, FTP settings and more. From the Network menu you can access the following sub-menus and features.
  • Page 253 Network Menu IP Filter IP Filter sub-menu allows you to restrict access so only specific IP addresses or network segments can connect to the recorder. Voice Assistant In the Voice Assistant sub-menu you link your recorder to a Google or Amazon account for use with a smart home device.

  • Page 254: Network Menu - General

    Zip DVR Manual Network Menu - General In the General sub-menu you can set up the recorders network settings. Setting your recorder up on a network will allow you to remotely monitor the recorder from a PC, tablet or mobile phone...
  • Page 255 Network Menu The default DNS addresses are usually adequate for most people but if you wish to set the DNS addresses manually you can de-select DHCP to do so. Defaulting Settings To restore settings back to the factory default you can click the Default button. Saving Changes When you are happy with the current settings click the Apply button.

  • Page 256: Network Menu - General - Pppoe

    Zip DVR Manual Network Menu - General - PPPoE The PPPoE sub-menu (Peer-to-Peer Protocol over Ethernet) allows you to set up a direct connection for the recorder to your internet provider. This direct connection can only be to a single device so in most cases the direct link from the provider to your home or business is connected to a router.
  • Page 257 Network Menu Saving Changes When you are happy with the current settings click the Apply button. If you exit the window without saving any changes will be lost. © ZipNVR.com ZipDVR.com...

  • Page 258: Network Menu - General - Port Configuration

    You only need to set up port forwarding and DDNS if you intend to monitor your CCTV using the Zip Vision mobile app, PC client or IE web client. When setting up port forwarding there a 4 ports that you need to specify; Web, Client, RTSP and Https.
  • Page 259 Network Menu 1. Tick the UPnP check box for each of the 4 ports to enable it. 2. Set the Mapping Strategy drop down list for each of the 4 ports to Manual. 3. Set the External Ports as followed: ·...
  • Page 260 Zip DVR Manual rtsp: Recorder's IP Recorder's RTSP Port Channel Channel Stream Address Type Number Quality This can be found If you are streaming from a Analogue = 01, 02, 03 etc Mainstream in Network Menu - recorder on the same network...

  • Page 261: Network Menu - Ddns

    Every Zip recorder is supplied with a free, 3 year DDNS service for its user. This allows you to quickly set up the recorder for remote monitoring, without the added expense or hassle of setting up a static IP.
  • Page 262 With DDNS and Port Forwarding now set up you can connect to your recorder remotely using the Zip Vision PC client software, mobile app or in the Internet Explorer browser. Just enter the recorder's serial number follwed by .ippostcode.com e.g. JPV000000.ippostcode.com.

  • Page 263: Network Menu - Email

    Network Menu Network Menu - Email If you want to receive email notifications from the recorder you have to configure your email settings in the Email sub-menu. It is also a good idea to configure your email settings as a fail safe as this allows you to send a new admin password if you ever forget the recorder's log on credentials.
  • Page 264 You will need to go into the security settings of the email account you have set as the Username above. From there you can generate an app password. In the app list choose Other, enter a memorable name like "Zip Recorder" then click Generate. This will produce your one time use authentication password.
  • Page 265 Network Menu Test Email Once you have entered all of you email settings you can send a test email to check everything is working correctly by clicking the Test Email button. Defaulting Settings To restore settings back to the factory default you can click the Default button. Saving Changes When you are happy with the current settings click the Apply button.

  • Page 266: Network Menu - Email - Email Schedule

    Zip DVR Manual Network Menu - Email - Email Schedule From the Email Schedule sub-menu you can create a unique timetable to tell the recorder when to send email notifications. You can also choose which event type notifications are included. This could be when motion is detected, when an alarm is triggered, when there is an exception error on the recorder or when there is a smart detection trigger.
  • Page 267 Network Menu Creating A Schedule To create a schedule or add to an existing schedule follow these simple steps: 1. Click the coloured radio button for the event type you want to create the schedule for. 2. Click and drag over the time period you want to schedule notifications for. You can drag over multiple days at once if needed.

  • Page 268: Network Menu - Ftp

    Zip DVR Manual Network Menu - FTP The FTP sub-menu allows you to connect your recorder to an FTP server (File Transfer Protocol) so that you can schedule uploads of snapshots and video footage. This handy feature gives you extra protection as it allows you to automatically save a copy of your CCTV footage.
  • Page 269 Network Menu Username & Password These are the credentials you normally use to log on to the FTP server. If you don't have log credentials you may need to ask whoever manages the FTP server for credentials you can use or to create a user account for you.
  • Page 270 Zip DVR Manual You can enable or disable normal video uploads by ticking or unticking the Upload Normal Video check box. You can then choose all analogue, all IP or all USB wireless cameras by selecting the Analogue Channels, IP Camera or USB Wireless check boxes. Finally you can select any combination of analogue, IP or USB wireless cameras by highlighting the individual channels.

  • Page 271: Network Menu - Ftp Shcedule

    Network Menu Network Menu - FTP Shcedule In the FTP Schedule sub-menu you can create a unique timetable to tell the recorder when to upload snapshots and video footage to your FTP server. You can also choose which event types are included.
  • Page 272 Zip DVR Manual 2. Click and drag over the time period you want to remove the scheduled FTP uploads from. You can drag over multiple days at once if needed. Creating A Schedule To create a schedule or add to an existing schedule follow these simple steps: 1.

  • Page 273: Network Menu - Ip Filter

    Network Menu Network Menu - IP Filter With the IP Filter you can restrict access to the recorder to specific IP addresses making your system more secure by creating an Allow List. Alternatively you could just block troublesome IP addresses by creating a Block List. Enabling IP Filters You can enable and disable the IP Filter by ticking or unticking the Enable check box.
  • Page 274 Zip DVR Manual Adding An IP Address Range To make things easier you can add a range of consecutive IP addresses rather than having to add each one in turn. To add an IP address range to your selected list enter first IP address into Start Address field, the last IP address into the End Address field and click the Network Segment Add button.

  • Page 275: Network Menu - Voice Assistant

    Network Menu Network Menu - Voice Assistant Please Note: Voice Assistant is only in the Beta stage at this time and is only available on certain models. © ZipNVR.com ZipDVR.com...

  • Page 276: Part 13 Storage Menu

    Zip DVR Manual Storage Menu In the Storage Menu you can manage your hard drives, run hard drive diagnostic checks and manage your cloud storage account. From the Storage menu you can access the following sub-menus and features. Disk In the Disk sub-menu you can manage the hard drives inside the recorder.

  • Page 277: Storage Menu - Disk

    Storage Menu Storage Menu - Disk In the Disk sub-menu you can see key information for each hard drive, format hard drives and decide if and when footage is overwritten. Hard Drive Information Serial No. This is the unique serial number for the hard drive. Model This is the manufacturers model number for the hard drive.
  • Page 278 Zip DVR Manual Auto When set to Auto the recorder will automatically start to overwrite old recordings with new ones when the hard drive is full. The recorder will always overwrite the oldest footage first. You can turn overwriting OFF so that when the hard drive is full the recorder stops saving footage.

  • Page 279: Storage Menu - Disk - S.m.a.r.t

    S.M.A.R.T (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) is a tool designed by IBM for checking the status of hard drives and predicting failures. Here we give a brief overview of performing S.M.A.R.T tests on a Zip recorder. If you are unfamiliar with S.M.A.R.T tests there's a wide range of information readily available online.
  • Page 280 Zip DVR Manual Utility Time(d) Shows the total amount of time the hard drive has been powered on in days. Whole Evaluation States whether the hard drive has Passed or Failed the test. S.M.A.R.T Info This table shows the test result for each attribute of the hard drive.

  • Page 281: Storage Menu - Cloud

    The Cloud sub-menu allows you to link your Zip recorder to a cloud storage service and automatically upload videos and snapshots captured by a motion detection trigger, an alarm input or through one of the Smart detection features. You can link your Zip recorder to either a Dropbox or a Google Drive account.
  • Page 282 Zip DVR Manual When you have set what you want to upload don't forget to check that motion detection or the smart detection feature itself is actually enabled. You can do this in the Video menu under the Motion sub-menu...
  • Page 283 Storage Menu File Structure & Naming Folders When saving footage to your cloud storage you will notice that a folder is created automatically for the recorder which starts with the recorder's device name and ends with the recorders MAC address. Inside the recorder's folder you will find a folder for each days footage named in a year, month and date format (YYYYMMDD).

  • Page 284: Part 14 System Menu

    General In the General sub-menu you can manage the recorder's ID, time and date settings, stream friendly multi-channel output (Zip Channel) and the recorder's video output. Multi-User Multi-User sub-menu allows you to manage the username, password and permissions for up to 7 users.
  • Page 285 System Menu IP Camera Maintenance From the IP Camera Maintenance sub-menu you can upgrade camera firmware, load default settings, reboot IP cameras and save or load camera setting configurations.. Information Information sub-menu shows key information about the recorder, channels recording and the network recorder's network settings.

  • Page 286: System Menu - General

    The Device Name will be shown as the name of the recorder in the device list on the Zip PC client software and the Zip mobile apps. This is especially useful when you have multiple recorders as you can quickly distinguish which recorder is which.
  • Page 287 System Menu You can set how long the period of inactivity must be before the recorder asks for the password again from the Menu Timeouts drop down list. By default this is set to 30 seconds but it can be set up to 10 minutes.

  • Page 288: System Menu - General - Zip Channel

    Zip Vision PC client software. Frame Rate You can set the frame rate for the zip channel from the Frame Rate drop down list. You can choose from 1 to 6 frames per second to get the best results for the internet speed available.
  • Page 289 System Menu Setting Up The Split Screen Display You can set the layout of the Zip Channels split screen display from the Mode drop down list. You can choose from a 1x1 up to a 4x4 grid. Once you have chosen layout of the grid you can set which cameras appear where using the camera drop down lists in the grid preview.

  • Page 290: System Menu - General - Date And Time

    Zip DVR Manual System Menu - General - Date And Time You can configure everything regarding the recorder's date and time in the Date And Time sub- menu. It's important to have the correct date and time set so that schedules activate at the desired time. It will also ensure that the correct date and time are overlayed on to recorded footage and snapshots.
  • Page 291 System Menu To set the Time just click inside the Time field and use the on-screen keypad to enter the correct time. If your recorder had been networked but you still wish to set the date and time manually make sure you disable NTP so that the date and time aren't updated automatically.
  • Page 292 Zip DVR Manual Alternatively if you have access to a private time server you can select User-Defined and enter the server's IP address. 3. Once you have selected you time server click the Update Now button to set you recorder to the correct date and time.

  • Page 293: System Menu - General - Ouput Configuration

    System Menu System Menu - General - Ouput Configuration The Output Configuration menu allows you to set up the recorder's displays. You can set the output resolution, the auto sequencer parameters for the main video output and the spot monitor output, the menu transparency and the mouse cursor speed.

  • Page 294: System Menu - General - Output Configuration - Live Out

    Zip DVR Manual System Menu - General - Output Configuration - Live Out Selecting LIVE-OUT from the Video Output drop down list in the General Output sub-menu allows you to configure the display of the recorders live view for the HDMI and VGA outputs.
  • Page 295 System Menu Changing The Screen Size And Position Clicking the Scale And Offset Setup button will display the image scale and offset controls so that you can adjust the size and position of the recorders display on your monitor. A red rectangle shows the edges of the display so you can ensure that this is within the monitor's screen.

  • Page 296: System Menu - General - Output Configuration - Spot Out

    Zip DVR Manual System Menu - General - Output Configuration - Spot Out Selecting SPOT-OUT from the Video Output drop down list in the General Output sub-menu allows you to configure the BNC spot monitor output. The spot monitor output is ideal for monitors in public areas as it will only display the cameras and won't show the menu system or the mouse cursor.
  • Page 297 System Menu Choosing An Auto Switching Camera Layout When you have Dynamic selected from the View Setup drop down list the Seq Mode option will be displayed. In the Seq Mode drop down list you can choose the camera layout which will be used for the auto switching display on the recorder's spot monitor output.
  • Page 298 Zip DVR Manual You can also select or deselect all cameras at the same time by clicking the All or Clear buttons respectively. Enabling Full Screen On Motion Or Alarm Trigger In the Alarm Menu you can configure the recorder to display a camera's image full screen when motion is detected, an alarm is triggered or a smart detection feature is triggered.

  • Page 299: System Menu - Multi-User

    System Menu System Menu - Multi-User In the Multi-User sub-menu you can create additional user accounts and set their permissions so each user can only view and control what the administrator allows. User Account Number You can have up to 7 active user accounts as shown in the No. column. Account Username You can assign a unique username to each account in the User Edit window...
  • Page 300 Zip DVR Manual Setting Permissions Clicking the Cog icon in the Permissions column will display the User Permissions window From here you can set what permissions each user has along with which cameras they can view live, playback, backup or control.

  • Page 301: System Menu - Multi-User - User Edit

    System Menu System Menu - Multi-User - User Edit In the User Edit window you can amend the username and password for the selected user account. To edit user accounts you have to be logged on to the recorder as the Admin user. User Level The Level shows the status of the user account, Admin or User.
  • Page 302 Zip DVR Manual Enabling And Disabling User Accounts You can enable and disable individual user accounts as shown in the User Edit window Creating An Unlock Pattern For the Admin account you can also set an Unlock Pattern similar to the ones used on mobile phones.
  • Page 303 System Menu Defaulting Settings To restore settings back to the factory default you can click the Default button. Saving Changes When you are happy with the current settings click the Save button. For security you will be asked to authenticate the changes by entering for admin password. If you exit the window without saving any changes will be lost.

  • Page 304: System Menu - Multi-User - Permission

    Zip DVR Manual System Menu - Multi-User - Permission In the User Permission window the Admin user can set the permissions for each individual standard user to control what they can access and what actions they can perform. Setting What Actions A User Can Perform There are 8 check boxes you can enable or give a user permission to perform certain actions as described below.
  • Page 305 System Menu Manual Record - Allows the user to start manual recordings for the channels they are allowed to view. Disk - Lets the user format the recorder's hard drives with the admin user's authorisation. For more information see the Storage Menu - Disk section.

  • Page 306: System Menu - Rs485

    You can configure the recorder's RS485 output signals in the RS485 menu. Note - These settings need to match the settings of the RS485 device you are wanting to control via the recorder. You can then send your RS485 commands from the Kontrol tab in the Zip Vision PC client software.
  • Page 307 System Menu Defaulting Settings To restore settings back to the factory default you can click the Default button. Saving Changes When you are happy with the current settings click the Apply button. If you exit the window without saving any changes will be lost. ©...

  • Page 308: System Menu - Maintenance

    Zip DVR Manual System Menu - Maintenance In the Maintenance sub-menu you can perform the following routine recorder maintenance: · - View and backup recorder activity logs. · Load Default - Load the default settings for entire sub menus. ·...
  • Page 309 System Menu You can change month and year using the blue arrows then select a date by clicking on it. Once you have set the date you can set the time of day you want the activity log to start from in the Start Time field.
  • Page 310 Zip DVR Manual Understanding The Log The log will be displayed as a table in 6 columns with 1 event per line as described below: · Camera - Shows what camera the event occurred on. · Type - Shows the type of event.

  • Page 311: System Menu - Maintenance - Load Default

    System Menu System Menu - Maintenance - Load Default The Load Default sub-menu allows you to quickly restore default settings to all or a selection of the recorder's top level sub-menus. Sometimes if you are unable to pin-point which settings are causing a problem it's easier to restore default settings and start afresh.

  • Page 312: System Menu - Maintenance - Upgrade

    Zip DVR Manual System Menu - Maintenance - Upgrade In the Upgrade sub-menu you can upgrade the recorder's firmware version to add new features or resolve firmware issues. You should only need to do this if instructed to by a member of out technical support team. If this is the case you will be supplied with a download link or website address from where you can download the new firmware file.

  • Page 313: System Menu - Maintenance - Settings Save/Load

    Settings files will be named as the recorder's serial number followed by _Settings. Loading Settings You can load previously saved settings from your recorder or another Zip recorder as long as they are the same model and on the same firmware version. Just follow these simple steps: 1.

  • Page 314: System Menu - Maintenance - Auto Reboot

    Zip DVR Manual System Menu - Maintenance - Auto Reboot Like most electrical devices such as PCs, CCTV recorders have hundreds of processes which can stop working and the device requires a reboot so that everything starts up correctly again. As your recorder is an integral part of your security system you don't want to come back to it when it's needed and find that something has failed.

  • Page 315: System Menu - Ip Camera Maintenance

    System Menu System Menu - IP Camera Maintenance In the IP Camera Maintenance sub-menu you can perform the following routine maintenance: · Upgrade - Upgrade the cameras firmware from the recorder. · Load Default - Load the default settings onto IP cameras. ·...

  • Page 316: System Menu - Ip Camera Maintenance - Upgrade

    Zip DVR Manual System Menu - IP Camera Maintenance - Upgrade In the Upgrade sub-menu you can upgrade the firmware on IP camera's from the recorder. This could be to add new features to the camera or resolve firmware issues.

  • Page 317: System Menu - Ip Camera Maintenance - Load Default

    System Menu System Menu - IP Camera Maintenance - Load Default The Load Default sub-menu allows you to quickly restore default settings to a single IP camera or a selection of IP cameras. Sometimes if you are unable to pin-point which settings are causing a problem it's easier to restore default settings and start afresh.

  • Page 318: System Menu - Ip Camera Maintenance - Reboot Ipc

    Zip DVR Manual System Menu - IP Camera Maintenance - Reboot IPC IP cameras run lots of little processes which can stop working and prevent the camera from functioning properly. If you encounter a fault with an IP camera this may be the case. To try and overcome a fault on an IP camera you can try rebooting the camera so that everything starts up correctly again.

  • Page 319: System Menu - Ip Camera Maintenance - Settings Save/Load

    System Menu System Menu - IP Camera Maintenance - Settings Save/Load In the Settings Save/Load sub-menu you can save settings from an IP camera as a backup if needed in the future. You can also load previously saved settings from the same camera. This feature is typically used when you encounter problems that could be a result of incorrect setting in the camera.
  • Page 320 Zip DVR Manual 2. Tick the check boxes for the IP cameras you want to load the settings onto. 3. Click the Load Settings button. 4. Enter the recorder's admin user password for authorisation. 5. Navigate to the settings file, select it and click OK.

  • Page 321: System Menu - Information

    System Menu System Menu - Information The Information screen is a great reference tool when you need to quickly check some of the recorder's key information from model and serial number to firmware version and P2P ID. Device ID The recorder's Device ID is handy when you are using he IR remote control as it allows you to target a specific recorder rather than controlling all recorders in range.
  • Page 322 Zip DVR Manual Hardware Version The Hardware Version shows the recorder's exact model. This will only ever be required for support purposes. Software Version This is where you can see the recorder's current firmware version. The recorder's firmware can be...

  • Page 323: System Menu - Information - Channel Information

    Stream Settings The Main Stream and Sub Stream columns shows the resolution, frame rate and bitrate for each camera. Some of the newer Zip cameras also support a Mobile Stream which will be displayed in the same way. The camera's resolution, frame rate and and other quality settings can be set in the...
  • Page 324 Zip DVR Manual Motion Detection And Privacy Masking The Motion Detection and Privacy Masking columns indicates whether the camera supports either feature. To see how to configure motion detection see the Video Menu - Motion section, for privacy masking see the Video Menu - Video Cover section.

  • Page 325: System Menu - Information - Record Information

    System Menu System Menu - Information - Record Information The Record Info screen compiles the recording settings for each camera so you can see the quality of footage which will be captured. Camera The Camera column shows the channel number of the recorder. Record State The Record State column shows whether the channel is currently recording or not.
  • Page 326 Zip DVR Manual Stream Type This shows which stream is being recorded, just the Mainstream or Dualstream (both the mainstream and the substream). You can set which streams are recorded in the Record - Record section. Resolution The Resolution column shows the resolution of mainstream and substream, as set in the...

  • Page 327: System Menu - Information - Network State

    System Menu System Menu - Information - Network State The Network State screen displays all of the recorder's network settings in one place so you can check everything is as it should be an fault find. The recorder's network settings can be configured in the Network Menu ©...

  • Page 328: Part 15 Common Interfaces

    Zip DVR Manual Common Interfaces When using your Zip recorder you will quickly get accustomed with the following interfaces. To make things as easy as possible we have used variations of these common interfaces throughout the recorder's menu system. Backup Whenever you go to save a file or multiple files to a USB backup device you will see a variation of the following screen.
  • Page 329 Common Interfaces Icon Name Function Refresh the USB device list to find newly connected devices. Refresh Display the files on the USB device as a list. List View Display the files on the USB device as large icons. Icon View Previous Go back up one level to the previous folder.

  • Page 330: Parameter Copy

    Zip DVR Manual Parameter Copy Whenever you go to copy parameters from one camera to another you will see a variation of the following screen. This is a great time saver as you can configure one camera then quickly copy the...
  • Page 331 Common Interfaces Target Channel When you have selected which parameters you want to copy you can then choose which cameras to copy the settings to. This will overwrite the cameras current settings with the settings from the Source Channel. You can select or de-select all Target Channels by ticking and unticking the Select All check box. Alternatively you can specify which camera(s) you want to copy the settings to by ticking a combination of check boxes for the other channels on the recorder.

  • Page 332: Part 16 Shutdown

    Zip DVR Manual Shutdown There are 3 options available when you enter the Shutdown menu on your recorder, Shutdown, Reboot and Lock Screen. Shutting Down The Recorder Selecting the Shutdown option will turn the recorder off. The recorder will not capture footage when shutdown so you should only do this when it is absolutely necessary.

  • Page 333: Part 17 How To

    How To How To Zip recorders have built-in help guides to walk you through some of key settings you may need to configure and some of the common actions you may wish to perform. Each guide will have a website address and QR code so you can access the full tips and guides online on our website.
  • Page 334 Zip DVR Manual Setup Email Zip recorders support SMTP email setup. This is typically an internet based mail server which the recorder logs into to send email notifications, motion detection or errors. Be aware that when using public or internet connected servers username and password authentication will be required.
  • Page 335 How To account. 3. Click on Select app and Other (Custom Name) 4. Enter a name for your device and click Generate. 5. You will now see the generated app password that you need to enter into you device. When you click Done you will not be able to see the password again.
  • Page 336 Zip DVR Manual 6. Enter details in to your DVR\NVR or Camera. Typical email settings will require the following details :- Encryption – Auto or TLS for ports 25 and 587, SSL for port 465. Port – 25, 587 or 465. Check encryption above.
  • Page 337 How To Setup Email - Yahoo Go to uk.yahoo.com and click on 'Sign in' and then 'Create an account'. Follow the instructions to create you account or alternatively use an existing account. If you share one email account between multiple devices all of the emails will be visible in the sent folder.
  • Page 338 Zip DVR Manual 3. Enter a name for your device and click Generate password. 4. Make a note of the password and enter it into your device. Once you click Done you will not be able to see this password again.
  • Page 339 How To 5. Enter details in to your DVR\NVR or Camera. Typical email settings will require the following details :- Encryption – Auto or TLS for ports 25 and 587, SSL for port 465. Port – 25, 587 or 465. Check encryption above. SMTP Server –...
  • Page 340 Live View menu (right click). In the Info menu look for the P2P ID. The serial number is the last 8 digits of the P2P ID code. Default Password admin 555555 The default user for the Zip recorder is and the default password is 03/12/2021 ZipDVR.com...
  • Page 341 Free Tools Warranty Registration We have a wide You'll find manuals We have created selection of tips and for out Zip recorders some neat CCTV Register your FAQs available at: and cameras here: tools to help you out: recorder within 90 days of purchase for www.zipnvr.com/FA...
  • Page 342 Zip DVR Manual Software & Apps You'll find a wide range of Zip software to help you get the most out of your Zip CCTV system at SoftCCTV.com. ZipVision - Zip DVR & Android App - Zip iOS App - Zip...
  • Page 343 Zippy Player - ZIP Single CCTV Viewing Widget - Discovery Tool Channel Edition Zip Finder is a great tool for A convenient CCTV evidence The simplest way to view managing your IP cameras. It player that will play any of the...
  • Page 344 Zip DVR Manual Troubleshooting We have created the Zip recorders to be as intuitive and user friendly as possible. Hopefully this manual will help you understand your recorder and get the most out of it. However, there still might be times where you come across an issue and aren't quite sure what is causing it. We have created the following table issues you may encounter and possible solutions for you to try to rectify the problem.
  • Page 345 If the recorder doesn't have a built-in switch connect it direct to a PC using a crossover cable and use the Zip Finder program, to modify the IP address and view the camera. The recorder needs to dissipate heat when it is The recorder is running.
  • Page 346 Zip DVR Manual Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution The date and time has reverted to a default setting Battery backup following a power loss and the recorder's on-board has failed battery may have failed. If so the battery will need replacing.
  • Page 347 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution 1. Check that Alarm is scheduled to record for the required camera in the Record - Schedule Alarm isn't sub-menu. scheduled to record 2. Check that the schedule covers the intended time period © ZipNVR.com ZipDVR.com...
  • Page 348 For treatment, recovery and recycling please return this unit to your trade supplier or local designated WEE/CG0783SS collection point as defined by your local council. © Copyright 2021 Zip is a registered trademark of System Q Ltd, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 2WB 03/12/2021 ZipDVR.com...
  • Page 349 Camera Status Camera Type Activity Log Capture 224, 227 Adding Cameras From An Alien DVR 186, 187 Adding Cameras From Zip Recorders 146, 149, 197, 198, 208 Channel Config Adding IP Cameras 134, 142, 144, 153 Channel Information 45, 323...
  • Page 350 Zip DVR Manual Finding IP Cameras - D - Firmware Firmware Upgrade 312, 316, 317 Firmware Version Data Bit Flow 197, 198, 208 Date Flow Control Date & Time 64, 160 Focus 50, 52 Daylight Saving Time Footage Daylight Savings...
  • Page 351 Notifications 244, 248 Layout Options 64, 290 178, 179 Lens Covered - O - Line Crossing 178, 179 Lite DVR LITE004 12, 13 Obscured LITE008 14, 15 Online Storage LITE016 16, 17 On-screen Keyboard Live View 42, 44, 45, 49, 70, 74...
  • Page 352 Zip DVR Manual Picture Preview Review 174, 175 RS485 Plan 222, 227, 250, 266, 271 RTSP 156, 258 Playback 42, 75, 76, 83, 94, 97, 104, 107, 110, 112, 116, 118, 121 - S - Player 75, 342 S.M.A.R.T Port Forwarding...
  • Page 353 - Z - Update 312, 316, 317 Upgrade 312, 316, 317 Zip Channel Uploading Zip Finder UPnP Zip IP Cameras USB Mouse Zip Lite DVR USB Playback Zip Supa DVR User Accounts 299, 301, 304 Zip Vision 69, 342 User Permissions...

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