Cluster Service; Cluster Ip - Dahua L Series User Manual

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5.4 Cluster Service

The Cluster service is a system component used to control activities on a single node.
In a cluster, there can be N main devices and M sub devices (i.e., N+M mode).
When the main device fails, the sub device will replace the main device according to its
configuration and cluster IP address, and the sub device will automatically send the video back to
the main device after the main device is restored.
There are two standards when the main device is in malfunction: 1) Device is offline. 2) Device
storage is damaged.
This function is only supported by select models. The actual product shall prevail.

5.4.1 Cluster IP

Background Information
About Cluster service: when main device is in malfunction, the sub device can use the main device
configuration and virtual IP address to replace the work (monitor or record) accordingly. When you
use the virtual IP to access the device, he can still view the real-time video and there is no risk of
Icon Description
Includes eight function tiles: LIVE, PLAYBACK, AI, ALARM, POS,
OPERATION, BACKUP, DISPLAY, and AUDIO. Click each tile to
open the configuration interface of the tile.
● LIVE: You can perform the operations such as viewing real-
time video, configuring channel layout, setting PTZ controls,
and using smart talk and instant record functions if needed.
● PLAYBACK: Search for and play back the recorded video
saved on the Device.
● ALARM: Search for alarm information and configure alarm
event actions.
● AI: Configure and manage artificial intelligent events. It
includes smart search, parameters, and database.
None
● POS: View POS information and configure related settings.
● OPERATION: View system information, import/export system
configuration files, or update system.
● BACKUP: Search and back up the video files to the local PC or
external storage device such as USB storage device.
● DISPLAY: Configure the display effect such as displaying
content, image transparency, and resolution, and enable the
zero-channel function.
● AUDIO: Manage audio files and configure the playing
schedule. The audio file can be played in response to an
alarm event if the voice prompts function is enabled.
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