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Summarization of Contents
Important Information and Warnings
Limitation of Liability and Warranty Disclaimers
Disclaims Carrier's liability for damages and limits total liability to product purchase price, also disclaims all warranties.
Product Warnings and Intended Use
Details limitations of alarm systems and reliance on third-party services. Warns about security vulnerabilities and specifies intended use.
Advisory Message Types
Explains how warning, caution, and note messages are used to alert users to potential issues.
Chapter 2 Physical Installation
Installation Environment Considerations
Discusses ventilation, temperature, moisture, and chassis load for proper installation.
Unpacking Recorder and Accessories
Instructions for checking package contents and verifying all items are included upon receipt.
Back Panel Connections
Details the connectors and their functions on the recorder's back panel.
Physical Ports and Mounting
Describes RS-232, PoE ports, monitor connections, and rack-mount installation procedures.
Chapter 3 Getting Started
Powering On and Off the Recorder
Guides on how to turn on, turn off, and reboot the recorder using the power switch and menu.
Using the Startup Wizard
Explains the express installation wizard for initial basic recorder and camera settings.
Chapter 4 Operating Instructions
Methods for Controlling the Recorder
Overview of control methods including front panel, mouse, keypad, and web browser.
Front Panel Control Overview
Details the functions of front panel buttons and LED indicators for recorder operation.
Mouse Control and Navigation
Explains how to use a USB mouse for navigating the interface and controlling functions.
Menu Structure and Navigation
Describes the recorder's menu hierarchy, toolbar icons, and submenu access.
Chapter 5 Live View
Live View Description and Status Icons
Explains the live view mode and the meaning of on-screen status icons for cameras and system.
Video Output and Monitor Configuration
Details the available video outputs (HDMI, VGA, BNC) and how to configure them.
Live View Interaction Methods
Covers using the mouse menu, single/multiview display, camera sequencing, and the live view toolbar.
PTZ Camera Control and Zoom
Explains digital zoom functionality and how to use PTZ presets and tours for camera control.
Chapter 6 Searching Files
Advanced Video Search Capabilities
Details searching recorded videos by time, date, events, bookmarks, and snapshots.
Search Results and Playback
Explains how search results are presented and how to play back selected video files.
Specific Search Methods
Covers searching by time, event type (motion, alarm), bookmarks, and snapshots.
Log Search Functionality
Describes how to search and export system logs for event analysis.
Chapter 7 Playback Functionality
Playback Methods Overview
Introduces various ways to play back recorded video: instant, 24-hour, search, and event-based.
Playback Control Features
Explains the playback control toolbar, including speed, frame-by-frame, digital zoom, and file management.
Specific Playback Modes
Details modes like Normal, Event, Bookmark, Smart, Sub-periods, External File, and Snapshot playback.
Bookmarks and File Management
Covers creating, managing, locking, and archiving video clips, snapshots, and bookmarks.
Chapter 8 Archiving Files
Archiving Recorded Data
Explains how to archive recorded files onto external devices using Quick Archive or the Archive menu.
Exporting Files and Video Clips
Details exporting recorded files and creating/archiving video clips for backup.
Using TruVision Player
Provides instructions on playing back archived files on a PC using the TruVision Player software.
Chapter 9 Display Settings
Configuring Display Output Settings
Adjusts settings for local monitor output, including main/event monitors, multiview layout, and audio.
Defining Live View Layouts
Customizes the arrangement of camera views in live view and the sequence order.
Chapter 10 Camera Setup
Supported IP Cameras and Status
Information on compatible IP cameras and managing their status, firmware, and passwords.
Adding and Configuring IP Cameras
Covers manual and automatic IP camera addition, custom protocols, and PoE settings.
Camera Recording and Image Settings
Configures stream modes, resolution, bitrate, frame rate, and image adjustments like brightness and contrast.
Motion Detection and Privacy Masking
Sets up motion detection areas, sensitivity, and privacy masking to block specific video areas.
VCA, PTZ, and Object Counting
Configures Video Content Analysis events, PTZ presets/tours, and object counting features.
Chapter 11 Network Settings
General Network Configuration
Sets up IP addresses, subnet masks, gateways, DNS servers, and DHCP for network connectivity.
Network Storage and PPPoE Setup
Configures network storage (NAS/SAN) and PPPoE for DSL modem connections.
DDNS, NTP, and Email Notifications
Manages dynamic DNS, NTP time sync, and email alerts for alarms and events.
FTP, SNMP, and UPnP Configuration
Sets up FTP for snapshots, SNMP for network management, and UPnP for port forwarding.
Network Status and Filtering
Checks network traffic, delay, packet loss, and filters IP addresses for security.
Port Forwarding and 802.1X Security
Explains port forwarding requirements and 802.1X for secure network access control.
Chapter 12 Recording
Defining Recording Schedules
Sets up daily recording schedules based on time, recording type (continuous, event, alarm).
Manual and Auto Archiving
Covers manual recording initiation and automatic archiving of recordings to storage devices.
Hot Spare and SD Card Recording
Configures redundant recording with a hot spare unit and recording to camera SD cards.
Chapter 13 Alarm and Event Setup
Configuring Alarm Inputs and Outputs
Sets up physical alarm inputs and external alarm outputs for triggering recorder actions.
Alarm Response Actions and Notifications
Defines how the system responds to alarms, including audio, email, snapshots, and PTZ actions.
Intrusion Panel Integration
Integrates Aritech intrusion panels for SIA/XSIA event reporting and linking to recorder actions.
Disable Actions and TVRMobile Notifications
Controls action execution based on arming status and configures push notifications via TVRMobile.
Chapter 14 Device Management
Time, Date, and General Settings
Configures system time, date, language, device name, menu timeout, and password requirements.
Configuration Files and Firmware Upgrade
Manages configuration settings (import/export, restore defaults) and system firmware updates.
Holiday Schedules and Text Insertion
Sets up recording adjustments for holidays and overlays text onto video feeds.
RS-232 and System Communication Settings
Configures serial communication parameters and network protocols like RTSP, ISAPI, and HTTP.
Chapter 15 Storage Management
HDD Status and Basic Management
Checks HDD status, adds new drives, initializes, and manages overwrite settings.
Storage Modes and HDD Organization
Configures storage modes like Quota, Grouping, HDD Sleep, and Redundancy for efficient space use.
Dual Streaming and eSATA Configuration
Adjusts capacity ratios for dual streams and configures external eSATA devices.
S.M.A.R.T. and Bad Sector Detection
Monitors HDD health via S.M.A.R.T. data and performs bad sector detection for performance.
RAID Array Configuration
Sets up RAID arrays for data redundancy or performance improvement (TVN 22P only).
Chapter 16 User Management
Adding and Modifying Users
Covers creating new users, defining access levels, and modifying existing user details.
Customizing User Access Privileges
Allocates specific permissions for local, remote, and camera configurations to operators and guests.
Deleting Users and Changing Admin Password
Provides procedures for deleting user accounts and changing the administrator's password.
Chapter 17 System Information
Viewing Device and Camera Information
Accesses details about the recorder device, firmware, and individual camera status.
Reviewing Recording, Alarm, and Network Status
Checks recording status, alarm input/output states, and network configuration details.
System Log Search
Searches, views, and exports system logs containing events, alarms, and operations.
Chapter 18 Using the Web Browser
Browser Compatibility and Access
Lists supported browsers and guides on accessing the recorder's web interface.
Internet Explorer Specific Configuration
Details steps for configuring Internet Explorer, including trusted sites and ActiveX controls.
Accessing the Web Browser Interface
Guides on connecting to the recorder via the web browser using IP address and default credentials.
Browser-Based Recorder Configuration
Explains how to configure recorder settings (protocol, stream type, file size) via the browser.
HTTPS Security and Certificates
Explains how to enable HTTPS and manage certificates for secure browser communication.
Web Browser Live View Operations
Covers live view, PTZ control, playback, search, and snapshot functions via the web browser.
Controlling PTZ Cameras via Web Browser
Details how to use the web browser interface to control PTZ dome camera movements and functions.
Playback and Search via Web Browser
Guides on playing back recorded video and searching event logs using the browser interface.
Recording Videos and Snapshots via Browser
Explains how to record videos and capture snapshots directly through the web browser.
Appendix A Specifications
Video and Audio Input/Output Specifications
Details specifications for video/audio compression, input types, and output resolutions.
Interface and Miscellaneous Specifications
Lists network, serial, USB, PoE, power supply, and environmental specifications.
Appendix B Port Forwarding Information
Required Router Port Forwarding
Lists necessary ports (HTTP, RTSP, Websocket) to forward for internet connectivity.
Seeking External Router Configuration Assistance
Provides links and advice for configuring popular routers and seeking further support.
Appendix C Maximum Pre-Recording Times
Pre-Recording Time by Constant Bit Rate
Table showing maximum pre-recording times based on selected constant bit rates.
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