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Lorex DGN216 Instruction Manual

Lorex DGN216 Instruction Manual

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16 CHANNEL MULTIPLEX

DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER

Instruction Manual
English Version1.0
MODEL:
DGN216
www.lorexcctv.com
Copyright © 2006 LOREX Technology Inc.

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  • Page 1: Digital Video Recorder

    16 CHANNEL MULTIPLEX DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER Instruction Manual English Version1.0 MODEL: DGN216 www.lorexcctv.com Copyright © 2006 LOREX Technology Inc.
  • Page 2 Under the copyright laws, this documentation may not be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine-readable form, in whole or part without the prior written consent of Lorex Technologies Inc., except in the manner described in the documentation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Multi View Select:...23 Picture in Picture (PIP):...23 Zoom:...23 Video Search ...24 Playing Back Video ...24 Hardware Connection from DVR ...25 Static IP Setting...25 Dynamic IP Setting...28 Software Operation at the Remote Site...35 Control Panel and Basic Operation ...36 Play Back Operation...37 Advanced Settings ...38...
  • Page 4 Appendix 4: Rack Mount Installation ...49 Appendix 5: Recording Times (in Hours)...50 Appendix 6: Compatible HDD Brands ...51...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before operating this equipment. The improper operation may cause irreparable damage to the appliance. Lift and place this equipment gently. Do not expose this equipment to direct sunlight. Do not use this equipment near water or in contact with water.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    The DXR216 combines a 16 channel multiplexer with a Digital Video Recorder (DVR). The DVR offers many advantages over traditional time lapse VCR’s, allowing you to quickly access and search for a specific time segment or event which has been recorded. This high quality recorded video can be viewed at various playback speeds as well as frame-by-frame with the Jog Button feature.

  • Page 7: System Contents

    NOTE: KEEP THE KEYS IN A SAFE PLACE. THEY ARE NECESSARY FOR INSTALLATION / REMOVAL OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE. Getting Started If the purchased DVR model did not contain a hard disk drive, please refer to Appendix #1 for HDD installation instructions. Connect video sources and monitor(s) following the configuration example shown in Connect the AC Power Cord to the Power Adapter and plug into an electrical outlet.

  • Page 8: Front Panel Controls

    Front Panel Controls Removable Cartridge Casing The DXR216 comes with 2 removable hard disk drive cartridges. MENU Press MENU to enter the Main Menu. You will be prompted for a password upon pressing the MENU button. ENTER Press ENTER for confirmation when making selections in the Menu mode. ZOOM The ZOOM feature is used to enlarge a single camera image on the main monitor.
  • Page 9 13. REC Press REC to start recording. (The progress.) 14. REW / ◄ The REW / ◄ button has two functions: Pressing REW / ◄ plays video backwards at a high speed. Pressing REW adjusts the speed from normal speed to 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X, 32X the normal speed.

  • Page 10: Back Panel

    Connects to a PC for Remote Control via RS-232 or to an Alarm Block. (see appendix 3 for more information) 75/HI When using the LOOP function, allows for HI impedance or 75ohms. Connect DVR by LAN cable. CALL Connects to the CALL monitor for real time sequencing.

  • Page 11: Accessing The Main Menu

    Accessing the Main Menu The Menu allows you to configure your DVR settings and program various recording options. Follow these steps in order to access the Menu: Press the MENU button. The password screen will appear: The default Password is 0000.

  • Page 12: Last Record

    The following options are available in the Search Menu: Last Record This feature is used to play the last recorded piece of video. In the Search menu, press ▲ / ▼ to scroll to the Last Record option, then press ENTER. The last recorded video will begin playing.

  • Page 13: Timer Recording Setup

    On the Main Menu, selecting the Timer option will allow you to set daily schedules in which you would like the DVR to automatically record. Pressing ENTER after scrolling to the Timer option will bring up the following menu options:...

  • Page 14: Record Settings

    Record Settings On the Main Menu, selecting the Record option will allow you to set the quality and speed of recordings. Pressing ENTER after scrolling to the Record option will bring up the following menu options: (RECORD) HDD Overwrite: NO Record IPS: 25A Record Quality: Normal Alarm Rec IPS: 25A...

  • Page 15: Motion Trigger Record

    Motion Trigger Record Press ENTER to confirm MOTION TRIGGER RECORD setup. Press▲ / ▼ to toggle the option between ON and OFF. 1. Select “ON” to set up the motion trigger recording: It can automatically switch from stand-by mode to Recording Mode. The motion detection will change the scanning sequence and show NOTE: The trigger recording time will depend on the ALARM DURATION mode setting.
  • Page 16 Camera 1, Camera 2, Camera 3 etc. In Event mode, when an alarm in triggered from channel 1, the DVR will record using the following sequence: Camera 1, Camera 2, Camera 1, Camera 3, Camera 1, Camera 4 etc.

  • Page 17: Motion Detection

    Motion Detection Press MENU to enter the menu set up, then ▼ to CAMERA setup. Press ENTER twice to enter the Motion Detection setup. Each screen displays the current camera picture overlaid with the motion targets (as buttons will toggle the motion detection between ON or OFF. The targets on each motion setup can be turned to ON or OFF individually by row.
  • Page 18 Figure 1-1 MOTION DETECTION SETUP – 1~16 Figure 1-2 MOTION DETECTION SETUP – LINE Figure 1-3 MOTION DETECTION SETUP – ALL...

  • Page 19: System Setup

    Press ▲ / ▼ to enable or disable the Internal Audible Alarm Buzzer. Options are: ON = Buzzer is on. When the DVR detects an alarm, the system sounds the internal buzzer to alert the user. OFF = Buzzer is off.

  • Page 20: Setting The Motion Audible Alarm Feature

    Press ▲ / ▼ to move to another field on the System screen or press MENU to exit. Setting the Motion Audible Alarm feature If enabled, the buzzer will sound if the video motion detect feature is set and motion is detected. On the System screen, press ▲...

  • Page 21: Setting System Time & Date

    On the System screen, press ▲ / ▼ to select Clear HDD, and then press ENTER. Press ▲ / ▼ to choose YES to clear the HDD or NO to leave as is. When you choose “Yes” on this option and press ENTER, the DVR will prompt: Press ►to confirm clearing, or ◄ to cancel.
  • Page 22 No = Do not reset the system at this time. Press MENU to exit this screen and confirm the current operation. If you have completed all your system configuration changes, press MENU again to exit and close menu setup. NOTE: This will not affect the time and date settings.

  • Page 23: Event Log Viewing

    Event Log Viewing To access the Event Log Viewing option, press MENU followed by the 4-digit password. Use the ▲ / ▼ to scroll to the Event option and press ENTER to view the list of logged events. Use the ▲ / ▼ to scroll through the events on the display and ◄ / ► to go to the next page. To view the video associated with an event, scroll to the event and press ENTER.

  • Page 24: Recording Methods

    HDD Status – This will display either the remaining HDD capacity in GB or OW to indicate that it is set to Overwrite. Video Loss - Screen will display Recording Methods The DXR216 offers a variety of flexible recording modes. The unit can be set up to record continually, following a schedule, or by record events.

  • Page 25: Video Search

    Press PLAY on the front panel, and then press PAUSE/▲ to lock the current image on the screen. Stop - Press STOP on the front panel whenever you want to return the DVR to live monitoring mode. ►Last Record An example of a Full List search is shown on the left.

  • Page 26: Hardware Connection From Dvr

    Hardware Connection from DVR Static IP Setting STEP 1: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION – STATIC IP SETTING: 1. Put the attached CD into the CD-ROM. The application program will install on your PC. Note: The CD contains a self-running installation that automatically starts when the CD is inserted.
  • Page 27 3. Choose the destination location and press “Next”. 4. Set the program shortcut setting and press “Next”. 5. Press “Next” to begin copying the files.
  • Page 28 6. After the installation, the following files listed below will appear in your assigned path or file folder. There will be 6 files and 1 folder. STEP 2: STATIC IP SETTING In the DVR MENU / NETWORK set the IP ADDRESS, GATEWAY, NET MASK, DNS and WEB PORT as provided from your local ISP ( internet service provider ). (MENU)

  • Page 29: Dynamic Ip Setting

    Dynamic IP Setting WHAT IS A DYNAMIC IP ADDRESS? A Dynamic IP Address is an IP (Internet Protocol) address that changes each time you connect to the internet. This cuts down on the number of IP addresses large consumer providers need because not all of their customers are using the service at any given time.
  • Page 30 6. Click on “Account” and “Add Host”. 7. Users can set up their own DDNS HOST. For example, the user’s Host name is “Lorex.dyndns.org”. Click on “Add Host” to finish the setting. (NOTE: Some routers don’t support some DDNS HOSTs.)
  • Page 31 2. Network setting for PC. (The instruction is based on Win XP O/S. If your O/S is Win 2000 or Win 2003, the setup procedure is similar to that of Win XP O/S.) 3. Click on “Properties” for TCP/IP setup. 4.
  • Page 32 5. Choose “Obtain an IP address automatically”. 6. Enter the “Command Prompt”. 7. In the setting window, enter “ipconfig”, and write down the router’s gateway (e.g. 192.168.1.1) 8. Close the window above. Enter the IP address (router’s gateway: 192.168.1.1) to log in to the router from the Internet Explorer.
  • Page 33 STEP 4: ROUTER SETTING (Please refer to your Router manual for the configuration NOTE: In the router setting, there are four steps to follow. 1. Dial setting 2. DHCP setting 3. Virtual server setting 4. DDNS setting 1. Click on “INTERNET PORT” and choose your WAN type (e.g. PPPoE). Enter your “User Name” and “Password” to dial up the dynamic IP address.

  • Page 34: Step 5 : Ip Setting

    4. In the “ADVANCED SETUP / Dynamic DNS”, key in the “DNS Account”, “User Name” and “Password” that you applied in step 3. Press save after you setup. STEP 5 : IP SETTING In the DVR MENU / NETWORK set the IP ADDRESS, GATEWAY, NET MASK, DNS and WEB PORT (MENU) SEARCH...

  • Page 35: Step 7 : Connect To The Dvr Via The Internet

    STEP 7 : Connect to the DVR via the Internet 1. Change PC network setting to the original setting and link PC to the internet. 2. Click twice and enter your User name, Password and host on the Video Web Server. (Note: If you did not change the “Account”, the User Name and Password are both “admin”.) Click OK to connect.

  • Page 36: Software Operation At The Remote Site

    Software Operation at the Remote Site Follow the steps below to connect to a remote site. (e.g. If you set up the server at your office with one static ADSL, you can remotely watch the video anywhere, with a networkable computer.) Step 1: Click twice to enter the Login setup (please refer to “software installation”) Step 2: Key in “User Name”...

  • Page 37: Control Panel And Basic Operation

    Control Panel and Basic Operation A. Video Web Server control panel 1. Image transmission rate per second 2. Data transmission rate 3. Connection/Disconnection 4. Resolution: D1, CIF 5. Image quality: High, Middle, Low 6. Image adjusting: Brightness/ Contrast/ Saturation 7. Snapshot: press this button, to automatically save the image on your PC. 8.

  • Page 38: Play Back Operation

    B. Digital device control panel 1. CH1-16 2. 1.4cut, 7cut, 9cut, 10cut, 13cut, 16cut, PIP 3. Zoom, Select, Lock, Record 4. Stop, Rewind, Fast Forward, Pause, Slow, Play 5. Menu (Exit), Left, Right, Up, Down 6. Enter 7. TURBO* NOTE: After you press the record icon, there will be a recorded file on your PC.

  • Page 39: Advanced Settings

    Email or FTP function (CIF is 176 *144; D1 is 352*288) 4. Alarm Refresh: Clear the alarm message “ which is showed on the screen. * When the motion detection is triggered, the DVR will send the alarm image to notify the users. ”...
  • Page 40 MAIL FILE PATH When the alarm is triggered, the video server program will capture the instant picture and e-mail the captured image to the assigned recipients. 1. Get all the data from the ISP company or by mailing it to the server supplier.(POP3/SMTP server) 2.

  • Page 41: Connecting The Video Web Server Via The Internet Explorer Browser

    VIDEO WEB SERVER – MICROSOFT INTERNET EXPLORER 61.66.138.74 Upgrade the firmware and get the online users’ information. NOTE : Do not reboot the DVR while it is upgrading the firmware. 1. Firmware Version: For the current firmware version, you can click on the “Find”...
  • Page 42 Step 2: Enter your Username and Password to login to the Video Web Server. Step 3: Click on “YES” to confirm that the Download Application is authentic and has been verified Note: If you would like to download the Video Web Server Application you can do this by clicking this button and saving the file to your remote computer, and installing it.

  • Page 43: Key Lock

    Step 4: After you login, you will see the Video Web Server screen (example below). 1. Image transmission rate per second 2. Data transmission rate 3. Video Channel 4. Resolution: D1,CIF 5. Image quality: High, Middle, Low 6. Number of online users 7.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM HDD not found No Power Buttons aren’t working when pressed No recorded video Timer / Alarm recording isn’t working No video SOLUTION Need to insert HDD. Make sure that the HDD Cartridge is locked, then press any key to continue. Check the power source cord connections.

  • Page 45: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Video format Network Interface Protocols Triggers & Actions HDD storage Record mode Camera input signal Camera loop back Main monitor output Call monitor output Audio input/ output Motion detect area Motion detect sensitivity Video loss detection Refresh rate Recording rate Dwell time Picture in picture...

  • Page 46: Appendix 1: Installing The Hdd

    Appendix 1: Installing the HDD NOTE: The HDD has the same purpose in a DXR216 as a videocassette does in a VCR. However, installing the HDD is a bit more complicated. Please follow the next steps carefully in order to ensure proper installation. The compartment (with the handle) located on the front panel of the DXR216 is the removable Cartridge Casing where the HDD is inserted.
  • Page 47 3. Approved models and manufactures of HDD are listed in Appendix #6 and have been tested and proven compatible with this DVR. 4. Please remove hard disk drive ONLY after power is shut off for more than 60 seconds. This would protect and extend the operating life of the hard disk drive.

  • Page 48: Appendix 2: Connection Diagram To Cameras And Monitor

    Appendix 2: Connection Diagram to Cameras and Monitor...

  • Page 49: Appendix 3: Pin Configurations

    GROUND To connect wire from ALARM INPUT (PIN 2 -- 9; PIN 15-22) to GND (PIN 1) connector, DVR will start recording and buzzer will sound. When Menu / Camera / Alarm is set to “Low”: the unit starts to record and the buzzer sounds.

  • Page 50: Appendix 4: Rack Mount Installation

    Screws and brackets for rack mounting applications can be purchased as an optional accessory. Front Angle with Rack Mount (Optional) Side View with Rack Mount (Optional) For more information about the rack mount & other accessories through Lorex, please visit: www.Lorexcctv.com.

  • Page 51: Appendix 5: Recording Times (In Hours)

    Appendix 5: Recording Times (in Hours) NTSC SYSTEM Best 48hr High 60hr Record Quality Normal 96hr Basic 160hr HDD Type NOTE: The above data has been taken from actual test data obtained using recordings from a normal TV program and is to be used for reference purposes only.

  • Page 52: Appendix 6: Compatible Hdd Brands

    Appendix 6: Compatible HDD Brands Manufacturer HITACHI Deskstar 180 GXP (120 GB) HITACHI Deskstar 7K250, HDS722516VLAT20 HITACHI Deskstar 7K250, HDS722525VLAT80 Deskstar 120GXP (80GB) Deskstar 120GXP (120GB) Maxtor DiamondMax 536DX(60GB) 4W060H4 Maxtor DiamondMax Plus 9 Maxtor DiamondMax Plus 9, Model#6Y120L Maxtor DiamondMax Plus 9, Model#6Y160L0 Seagate Barracuda ATA IV, ST380021A...
  • Page 53 It’s all on the web Product Information User Manuals Quick Start Guides VISIT w w w . l o r e x c c t v . c o m Strategic Vista International Inc. Specification Sheets Software Upgrades Firmware Upgrades www.lorexcctv.com...

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