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DVR-908 Digital Video Recording
System GUIDE
provisionusa.com
Rev. C - 8/11/2022
©2022 Pro-Vision Solutions, LLC.

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  • Page 1 DVR-908 Digital Video Recording System GUIDE provisionusa.com Rev. C - 8/11/2022 ©2022 Pro-Vision Solutions, LLC.
  • Page 2 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 IMPORTANT NOTICES PRO-VISION tries to ensure that the information provided in this document is as comprehensive as possible at the time of publication. However, because of PRO-VISION’s drive to provide the best products through continual improvement, PRO- VISION reserves the right to update the information in this document at any time without prior notice.

  • Page 3: Quick Reference

    DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 QUICK REFERENCE This page is designed for quick reference. Continue further in this guide for detailed instructions. ©2022 Pro-Vision Solutions, LLC. Page 2 of 56...

  • Page 4: Installation

    DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 INSTALLATION Understanding the System PD-1902 DVR Unit The Digital Video Recorder (DVR) unit is located inside the locking cage. To remove the DVR, slide the top of the cage forward slightly and lift up on the front. The DVR is removed by lifting on the front of the DVR and sliding it forward.
  • Page 5 SD Card The base DVR-908 kit may come with different size SD cards base on the ending of the kit number. Kits ending in “-64” includes a 64GB SDXC card. The SD card is the primary recording media for your DVR unit; it contains the video that is recorded by the DVR.
  • Page 6 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 DVR Interface Cables The DVR Interface Cables are used to connect to the vehicle and other system components. Power Cable: This cable supplies battery power to the DVR unit; it also includes an ignition signal input cable to turn the system ON and OFF.
  • Page 7 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 PX-1841 10ft Digital HD A/V Cable: 10ft Digital HD cables are used for connecting digital HD cameras to the DVR unit. The male ends connect to cameras and the female ends connect to the DVR.

  • Page 8: Dvr Installation

    DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 DVR Installation DVR Unit Mounting The DVR unit is the core of the Recording System. All system connections go to the DVR unit. The storage device (SD Card or SSD) is located inside the DVR unit. A good mounting location is important for the DVR unit as its location should be readily accessible for viewing status, removing the disk, and ideally for reducing system installation time.
  • Page 9 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Installing Power Cable The power cable provides power to the unit and controls when it is on or off. Make sure the primary battery power connection is to a reliable 12V-24V DC power source. The cable may be routed from either direction.
  • Page 10 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Analog Camera Installation The DVR unit supports any combination of up to eight (8) analog Standard Definition (SD) and Analog High Definition (AHD) cameras. Cameras are connected to the yellow analog camera inputs on the Camera Interface cables (shown below).
  • Page 11 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Analog HD Wide-Angle Low Profile Camera Installation The AHD Low Profile Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-923, Camera P/N: PC-1923) is designed to be mounted inside the vehicle for coverage of the driver, passengers, and cargo. It has a very low-profile housing, allowing it to be mounted to the ceiling or headliner, providing an optimal field of view.
  • Page 12 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Optional Flush Mount Installation (Requires P/N: PC-1268): 1. Remove the four (4) screws and plastic back plate from the back of the camera and set aside. 2. Remove the camera assembly from the low-profile aluminum housing and place it into flush mount bracket.
  • Page 13 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Analog HD Forward Facing Camera Installation The AHD Forward Facing Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-922, Camera P/N: PC-1922) is designed to record the area in front of the vehicle through the windshield. The camera lens has a wide 130°...
  • Page 14 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Analog HD Mini-Dome Camera Installation The AHD Mini-Dome Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-921, Camera P/N: PC-1921) is designed to be mounted inside a vehicle. The camera is used most often mounted in the interior of the vehicle covering the driver, passengers, or cargo.
  • Page 15 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Example View: Rear seat of Ford Interceptor Sedan Example View: Cargo area of a Dodge Ram Cargo Minivan ©2022 Pro-Vision Solutions, LLC. Page 14 of 56...
  • Page 16 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Analog HD Side Camera Installation The AHD Side Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-920, Camera P/N: PC-1920) is designed to provide coverage around the outside of the vehicle. The camera is waterproof rated IP- 67 and has a wide-angle lens that can capture a wide area around the outside of the vehicle.
  • Page 17 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Example View: Analog HD Side camera in a downward facing application on the driver’s side of a delivery van ©2022 Pro-Vision Solutions, LLC. Page 16 of 56...
  • Page 18 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Analog HD Flush Mount Camera Installation The AHD Flush Mount Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-918, Camera P/N: PC-1918) is designed to be mounted in a body panel or bumper of the vehicle, flush with the surface. The camera is used most often inside the rear bumper of vehicles, but it also works well mounted in an enclosure above the engine compartment or rear window on rear engine busses.
  • Page 19 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Analog HD Marker Light Camera Installation The AHD Flush Mount Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-910, Camera P/N: PC-1910) is designed to be mounted in an existing 2” or 2.5” marker light hole in the rear body of the vehicle to replace a standard 2”...

  • Page 20: System Guide

    DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Analog HD Low Profile Camera Installation The AHD Low Profile Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-912, Camera P/N: PC- 1912) is designed to be mounted in the rear of the vehicle. It is very low profile, allowing it to be mounted at the top of the rear for easier wiring and better field of view.
  • Page 21 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Analog HD Heavy Duty Camera Installation The AHD Heavy Duty Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-916, Camera P/N: PC-1916) is designed to be mounted in the rear of the vehicle. It is small, allowing it to be mounted at the top of the rear for easier wiring and better field of view.
  • Page 22 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 8. Power on the DVR unit and connect to the Wi-Fi to view the live camera image to properly aim it on the view page. (See Viewing Cameras on a Smart Device for connection details) 9.
  • Page 23 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Digital HD Camera Installation The DVR unit supports one (1) digital HD camera. Digital HD Camera Cables/Connections: The digital HD camera can be connected via a single 10 ft. or 20 ft. cable included with the camera kit or using a specific combination of multiple cables (see below).
  • Page 24 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Cable Routing: After the locations of DVR and cameras have been determined, cables for the camera(s) can be routed. Determine the approximate cable routing to the locations of each of the cameras. Remove all panels along the route that cables will take to ensure accessibility.
  • Page 25 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 IMPORTANT! For the first installation of each different vehicle model variation, it is recommended to temporarily connect the camera, without the mounting base assembly attached to the recording unit. Power the system on and then hold the camera in the desired mounting location to observe the view to confirm it is satisfactory before continuing.
  • Page 26 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 4. Using the female end of the camera connection or extension cable, verify there is enough clearance for the connector to fit through the hole and route toward the recording unit. If needed, drill the 1/2"...

  • Page 27: Display Installation

    DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Display Installation There are multiple different monitors available that installed in the vehicle and connected to the DVR. The DVR unit includes a standard RCA video output for temporary display connection and aiming.
  • Page 28 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 7” and 10” HD Quad Monitor Kits The 7” Quad (PM-1980S) and 10” Quad (PM-1990S) monitors share the same mounting and installation instructions, have the same connections, and have similar mounting hardware. 7”...

  • Page 29: Antenna Installation

    DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Antenna Installation Wi-Fi Antenna There is one (1) Wi-Fi antenna included with the system, it is connected to the Wi-Fi connection ports on the rear of the DVR unit. The antenna is needed to allow configuration of the unit through Wi-Fi.
  • Page 30 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 System Triggers The unit has five (5) auxiliary trigger inputs located on the PD-1835 GPS / Event / Triggers cable at the rear of the unit. Each trigger . The unit also has one (1) trigger output; this output can provide 12VDC (0.1A Max Current) to trigger a relay or other external function in the vehicle.
  • Page 31 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Connecting Trigger Output The trigger output can provide up to 12VDC 0.1A (100mA) to activate an accessory, if a higher current/voltage accessory is to be used, an appropriate 12V relay must be used to provide the proper current/voltage to the accessory. After your trigger destination has been located, run a wire from the destination to the “12V TRIGGER OUTPUT on the DVR.
  • Page 32 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 GPS Receiver Antenna Installation The GPS Antenna (P/N: PD-1750) provides GPS data to the DVR, this data includes vehicle speed, location, and current date/time. The data can be used to trigger events, map the vehicles location during playback, as well as syncronize date/time with the DVR.
  • Page 33 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Solid-State Drive (SSD) Installation The DVR has the capability of adding an additional high capacity solid state storage device. This drive can be used in addition to or instead of the included SDXC Card.
  • Page 34 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 CONFIGURATION After the installation is completed, the DVR must be configured to fully utilize its functionality. This requires the vehicle ignition to be powered ON and a smart device (tablet, laptop, smartphone) to connect and configure the system.

  • Page 35: Connecting To The Dvr

    DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Connecting to the DVR The DVR can be connected with an Ethernet (LAN) cable to a laptop, or it can also be accessed wirelessly using a Wi-Fi connected laptop, tablet, or smartphone device.
  • Page 36 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Home Page The DVR Interface displays a top navigation bar with the main sections available within the interface – Home, Live View, View Files, Unit ID, Firmware Version, a green icon indicating internet connectivity, and a Settings drop-down menu with Basic, Advanced, Admin, and Info items.
  • Page 37 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Camera Settings Select the camera you want to adjust by clicking on one of the numbered red buttons at the top of the screen. Camera Title: Enter a unique title for each camera to identify it in the upper left corner of the video.
  • Page 38 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Recording Settings Configure Cameras: Select the method of configuring cameras, if you unsure, select “All at Once” to configure all cameras with the same settings. Video Recording: Select when the camera(s) will be recording.
  • Page 39 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Advanced DVR Settings Advanced DVR settings are adjusting by clicking on the settings button in the upper right corner of the web page and then selecting the category from the drop-down menu. GPS Settings...
  • Page 40 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 G-Force Calibration (Reset) If the DVR has been relocated on the vehicle or if it is suspected that the calibration is incorrect, press the “Reset” button at the bottom of the page. A warning dialog box will display allowing the user to continue and replace all previous configurations with new or default settings or cancel the action.
  • Page 41 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Network Settings The network settings allow the user to configure the LAN and Wi-Fi functions of the DVR unit. The default configuration is to have Wi-Fi enabled using Wi-Fi Access Point Mode. There are two different Wi-Fi modes on the DVR unit that can be set from the “Wi-Fi Mode”...
  • Page 42 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Wi-Fi Settings: Client Mode: When the DVR is in Wi-Fi Client mode, a list of available Wi-Fi networks displays. Select a network, enter the password, and then click the “Apply” button at the bottom of the page. The DVR connects and display its connected IP and signal strength.
  • Page 43 “No Modem Found”. Remote Activation The PRO-VISION DVR-908 system has a radio that can transmit a signal that can remotely start recording of a BODYCAM 4 device. The DVR and the BODYCAM must each be configured to allow the remote activation function to work.
  • Page 44 DVR units. A secondary option Activate camera from devices? My Organization / All Compatible DVR-908 System Configuration: This DVR signal can be set to broadcast when a trigger on the In-Car system is active. It is typically configured to be broadcasting when the overhead flashing lights are active but can be configured to be activated from any of the systems triggers.
  • Page 45 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Motion Settings Motion-triggered recording is used when motion within a specific 1 – CAM1 5 – CAM5 camera view or region within a camera view is needed to trigger the recording. This should only be enabled for interior cameras. The DVR and cameras need to be powered ON for motion detection to function.
  • Page 46 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 To test the stop-arm camera functionality, ensure the page status displays as Ready, turn on the trigger for the stop-arm by activating the red lights, and then physically move hand across from one camera lens to the other, the status should change to Detected.
  • Page 47 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Info Unit Info Unit ID appears in each camera video and video file name. It controls what shows up in PVTransfer/SMX. System Info The system information can be accessed via the top menu bar by clicking on the unit serial number link, or via the Settings drop-down menu.
  • Page 48 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Viewing Cameras on a Smart Device The DVR can be accessed using an Ethernet cable to a laptop or desktop PC, or it can be accessed wirelessly using a laptop, tablet, or smartphone device (with Wi-Fi AP Mode enabled).

  • Page 49: Video Playback

    DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 VIDEO PLAYBACK There are multiple methods of playing back video from the DVR unit: 1. Directly from the DVR unit through a web browser. 2. Removing the SD Card or SSD and connecting it to a computer.
  • Page 50 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Viewing Video from the SD Card The DVR unit stores video on an SD Card or on an SSD. It can be removed and connected to a computer for review. 1. Use a key to unlock the DVR cover and remove it.

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 TROUBLESHOOTING DVR Unit Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Solution DVR has no lights on and will not DVR has no battery power or ground Check the fuse(s) on the red battery power and black ground wires boot up.
  • Page 52 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Problem Possible Causes Solution The SD card or SSD is not able to be See the “DVR is not loading SD card/SSD” section above. loaded by DVR. Go to the Recording settings page of the web interface and ensure The camera(s) are not set to record.
  • Page 53 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Web/Viewing Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Solution The device is configured with an Ensure that the device(s) network settings for Wi-Fi are set to DHCP incorrect IP. rather than a static IP. The web path was entered Ensure the LAN web address of 192.168.10.254 was entered.
  • Page 54 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Problem Possible Causes Solution The device is configured with an Ensure that the network settings of the devices Wi-Fi are set to incorrect static IP. DHCP rather than a static IP. The web path was entered Able to connect to the Wi-Fi but Ensure the web address of 192.168.10.254 was entered.
  • Page 55 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 SD Card Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Solution The SD card or SSD is not inserted Ensure the disk is fully inserted into DVR, it should be flush with the fully. DVR faceplate. The SD card is locked in write Remove the card and ensure that the switch on the card is up protected mode.
  • Page 56 DVR-908 System Guide Rev. C - 8/11/2022 Camera & Accessory Troubleshooting: Problem Possible Causes Solution A camera is disconnected or is not Test to ensure it is a camera problem by swapping that camera to working properly or is damaged.

  • Page 57: Warranty

    Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by PRO-VISION could void the product warranty and the user’s authority to operate the equipment. WARRANTY PRO-VISION warranty provisions are applicable to all PRO-VISION DVR-908 system products. See PRO-VISION’s website, www.provisionusa.com for detailed warranty information.

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