SVAT CV301-8CH Instruction Manual

SVAT CV301-8CH Instruction Manual

8 channel h.264 smart dvr security system w/ coaching imenu and 8 hi-res indoor/outdoor night vision surveillance cameras
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
www.SVAT.com
CV301-8CH
8 Channel H.264 Smart DVR Security System
w/ Coaching iMenu and 8 Hi-Res Indoor/Outdoor Night Vision Surveillance Cameras
SVAT ELECTRONICS
now you can see
COMPLETE SYSTEM
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CV301-8CH
www.SVAT.com
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  • Page 1 SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see 8 Channel H.264 Smart DVR Security System w/ Coaching iMenu and 8 Hi-Res Indoor/Outdoor Night Vision Surveillance Cameras COMPLETE SYSTEM INSTRUCTION MANUAL Model#: www.SVAT.com CV301-8CH www.SVAT.com CV301-8CH...
  • Page 2 NEED HELP? DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE Please contact a SVAT customer support representative first regarding any additional information on product features, specifications or assistance with setup. Please contact us via one of the methods below: Email: support@SVAT.com...
  • Page 3: Product Warranty Information

    This warranty does not cover shipping costs, insurance, or any other incidental charges. You MUST call SVAT before sending any product back for repair. You will be sent a Return Authorization number with return instructions. When returning the product for warranty service, please pack it carefully in the original box with all supplied accessories, and enclose your original receipt or copy, and a brief explanation of the problem (include RA #).
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................1 INTRODUCTION ....................3 WHAT IS INCLUDED ....................3 FEATURES ......................4 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ..................5 BUTTONS AND CONNECTIONS ................. 6 BASIC SETUP ......................8 Things to Consider Before Installation ................ 8 Mounting the Cameras ....................
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see File List ........................43 Playback through DVR ....................44 Computer Playback ....................45 File Viewing....................46 Software Functions .................. 47 Bottom Playback Functions ..............48 Setting Menu ................... 49 NETWORK GUIDE ....................51 Requirements ......................
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Congratulations on your purchase of the CV301-8CH! This user friendly system will allow you to monitor and protect your home or business. The coaching iMenu makes setting up and using your DVR very easy with helpful information bubbles that appear to assist you.
  • Page 7: Features

    Your DVR can also be set up to email your hand-held whenever specific activity occurs, such as motion detection. 24/7 Lifetime Live Customer Support Assistance is available whenever you need it. Simply visit www.SVAT.com for video networking guides, simple tips on how to protect your property, and instructional videos on topics such as camera placement. Our customer support team can be reached by phone 24/7, or by email and live web chat services so that you will always have access to an expert.
  • Page 8: Optional Accessories

    Recording capacity may vary based on recording resolution and quality, lighting conditions and movement in the scene. Based on a 500GB hard drive, using lowest quality settings. Requires broadband router and broadband Internet connection–not included. Internet Explorer is required. Video playback software is not Mac compatible. Windows Mobile is a registered trademark of Microsoft. Symbian is a registered trademark of Symbian Foundation. iPhone is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. BlackBerry is a registered trademark of Research in Motion Limited. SVAT is not affiliated with Windows Moblie, Symbian, iPhone or BlackBerry. Sharp is a registered trademark of Sharp Corporation. SVAT is not affiliated with Sharp. Although the cameras are water resistant they are not waterproof. Cameras are intended for use in direct exposure to water, rain or snow. IR illumination range up to 15ft (4.5M) under ideal conditions. Objects at or beyond this range may be partially or completely obscured, depending on the camera application. USB flash drive, CD/DVD writer, and external hard drive not included. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES • CVW62 (60 ft. Extension Cable) • VU300 - 19M For more optional accessories, please see the back of the manual or visit: www.SVAT.com CV301-8CH...
  • Page 9: Buttons And Connections

    BUTTONS AND CONNECTIONS SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see DVR FRONT 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1. Power: 7. Record: Glows green when DVR is Press this to prompt turned on manual record 2. HDD: 8.
  • Page 10 BUTTONS AND CONNECTIONS SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see REMOTE CONTROL 1. Numerical Keypad: Buttons 1-8 will display the corresponding camera on full screen 2. All: Switch to quad viewing mode 3. Menu: Access the main menu and exit the current menu 4.
  • Page 11: Basic Setup

    60ft from the DVR. If longer wiring distance is required, 60ft extensions can be purchased (CVW62 ) from your local re-seller or at www.SVAT.com • We recommend using a surge protected power bar to protect the camera’s internal circuitry...
  • Page 12: Wiring Diagram For Cameras

    BASIC SETUP SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see WIRING FOR CAMERAS INSTRUCTIONS 1. Plug 12V adapter (A) into electrical wall outlet or surge protecting power bar. 2. Plug the single end of the four port power supply (C) into the male end of the 12V adapter (B).
  • Page 13: Connecting A Monitor

    RCA cable into this video out would be the same as plugging it into the top video output. CONNECTING A PTZ CAMERA The CV301-8CH supports a 2 wire RS-485 connection for a PTZ camera to be connected (PTZ camera not included). Please see the PTZ camera manual for further instructions on required connections and settings.
  • Page 14: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see GETTING STARTED Now that you have powered up the DVR and properly connected it to a TV or monitor you are ready to begin setting up and using the DVR. This DVR is designed to be user friendly. You will notice the coaching iMenu information bubbles describing settings that you will find in the menu.
  • Page 15: Function Menu

    FUNCTION MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see FUNCTION MENU The Function Menu can be accessed 3 different ways: Function Menu 1. By right clicking the mouse. To access items on this menu with the mouse move the mouse pointer over the option to highlight it and left click.
  • Page 16: Ptz Camera

    SHORTCUT MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Video Search Selecting this shortcut prompts the video search menu to appear. This allows you to search through the previously recorded footage. For more information on the video search menu, please see PLAYBACK.
  • Page 17: Pip Mode

    SHORTCUT MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Start Record • Selecting this shortcut prompts the DVR to begin recording (if it is not already recording). This will override any schedule that is set Stop Record • Selecting this shortcut prompts the DVR to stop the manual recording Start Cruise •...
  • Page 18: Main Menu

    SHORTCUT MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Zoom When viewing a camera in full screen mode, your function menu gives you an option to zoom in. This is good if you would like to get a better view of something that you are monitoring.
  • Page 19: Using The Keyboard

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard is used when typing in passwords, dates and labeling/naming certain things. This keyboard will appear multiple times when working with your DVR. 1. Select the letters you would like by pressing select. By selecting the “ABC” tab on the side, you will change the letters to be lower case and selecting it again will change the letters to numbers and again from numbers to upper case letters.
  • Page 20: Camera Setup

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Position This will determine where the camera title will be displayed in the camera viewing window. To change the position of the title: 1. Select the position column next to the camera you would like to change and a drop down list will open.
  • Page 21: Time Display

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Time Display This DVR gives you an option to display the time while it is recording and while it is in live view mode. The default setting has both time displays set to “ON”.
  • Page 22: Record Setup

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see RECORD SETUP This option allows you to turn on or off each camera, pick a video quality, turn on or off auto record, pick a recording mode (time schedule or always) as well as decide on a file size (recorded video size in minutes).
  • Page 23 MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Rec. Mode The DVR allows you choose whether it always records, or if it records based on a set schedule. To program your DVR to always record: 1. Select the drop down menu beside “Rec. Mode”.
  • Page 24: Network Setup Menu

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Schedule Copy Function Selecting the COPY button will copy one days schedule and paste it into other days that you specify. This is useful if you customize a schedule for a particular day and would like to apply the same schedule for other days of the week.
  • Page 25 MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Type: Determines how the DVR will acquire an IP address; DHCP, Static or PPPoE. DHCP: DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) address is the most common setup for home or office networks. This allows the DVR to automatically receive an IP address from the router.
  • Page 26: Media Port

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see IE Port: Refers to the port that your DVR will use to communicate with your network and Internet. Knowing this port is necessary for the DVR to be viewed properly over the Internet.
  • Page 27 MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see DNS: Stands for “Domain Name System” and is for advanced network setup. DNS is used to convert common names into website IP Addresses. It is best to leave these settings as is as it us usually the same as the router.
  • Page 28: Video Search

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see VIDEO SEARCH This option allows you to search through your previously recorded footage and find footage recorded from particular dates and times. You can access the video search menu by pressing play in live monitoring mode, from the shortcut menu or by selecting the “Search”...
  • Page 29: File List

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see File List This DVR allows you to view the file list for each day that you have recorded footage. The file list allows you to see what the type of recording was (normal, motion detection), the date and time the footage was recorded, the size of the footage, as well as gives you an option to backup particular recorded events.
  • Page 30: Devices

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Backup Your DVR allows you to backup footage onto a USB device, USB HDD, or a USB CD/DVD burner and play it back on your computer. To Backup footage onto USB device: Connect USB device into bottom USB port 1.
  • Page 31: Hdd

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see This menu option gives you information about your HDD (Hard Disk Drive), allows you to enable overwrite mode, and format the hard drive and/or USB drive. The information that this option gives you includes: •...
  • Page 32: Hdd Format

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see HDD Format Formatting the HDD erases all recorded video and audio on your Hard Disk Drive. Formatting will not erase any of your custom settings on your DVR. To Format the HDD: 1.
  • Page 33: Alarm Setup

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Alarm Setup The alarm menu allows you to adjust for which alarms you would like set, adjust time the internal buzzer will sound for as well as set email notifications. This DVR gives you the option to have email alerts sent when motion is detected.
  • Page 34 MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see To set up email notification: 1. Highlight and select “email setup” and a separate screen will appear. 2. Select the drop down list next to email and highlight and select “ON”. 3. The following information to be entered/adjusted will appear: SSL: SSL allows for a more secure transfer of data.
  • Page 35: Ptz Setup

    DVR, select “apply” to save changes. Mobile Setup The CV301-8CH is compatible with iPhones, BlackBerry, Windows Mobile and Symbian operating systems. The mobile setup menu allows you to input the user name and password you would be using to view your DVR through your mobile phone.
  • Page 36: Motion Detection

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Motion Detection This menu option allows you to adjust the motion detection settings for each individual camera. The settings you can adjust include turning motion on or off, adjusting the sensitivity and selecting the motion detection area.
  • Page 37: Mobile Setup

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see MD Area MD area stands for Motion Detection area. This setting allows you to adjust particular areas of each camera where motion will and will not be detected. This is good if you had a camera pointed towards something that is always moving, such as a busy road.
  • Page 38: System Setup

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see SYSTEM SETUP This menu option allows you to change system settings on your DVR. The settings you can change include: • Date and Time: Adjust date, time and daylight saving time •...
  • Page 39 MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see 1. Select the column next to the date you would like to change and a keyboard will appear. 2. Type the date in the order of the selected format (listed above time format) then select enter to close the keyboard.
  • Page 40 MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see DST stands for daylight saving time; you can adjust the DVR to change automatically when daylight saving time approaches, this is so you don’t have to go back and do it yourself. You can also customize when the DVR changes for DST.
  • Page 41: Password Setup

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Password Setup This menu selection allows you to change the device ID, enable password protection as well as set a new password for users and admin on your DVR. When you enable password protection, you will be prompted to insert a password each time you wish to access the main menu.
  • Page 42: Video Setup

    Committee, and is used in parts of North America and Japan. PAL stands for Phase Altering Line and it is used in European countries. The DVR is automatically set to NTSC as SVAT distributes DVRs to North America. To change the video system: 1.
  • Page 43: Language

    MAIN MENU SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Language This DVR allows you to set many different languages. The languages you have to choose from include: English, Dutch, Italian, Russian, French, Spanish, Portuguese and Polish. Language Setup (English only) To adjust the language: 1.
  • Page 44: Maintenance

    To update system: A system update can be done if there is new software available for your DVR model. This should only be done if a SVAT representative recommends it. 1. Download the proper upgrade files from www.SVAT.com and put the files onto your USB flash drive.
  • Page 45: Playback

    PLAYBACK SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see VIDEO SEARCH There are three ways to access the search menu for playback: 1. Pressing the play button on the front panel or the remote of your DVR. 2. Accessing the search menu by right clicking the mouse and selecting “video search”.
  • Page 46: File List

    PLAYBACK SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see File List This DVR allows you to view the file list for each day that you have recorded footage. The file list allows you to see what type of recording it was (normal, alarm/motion detection), the date and time the footage was recorded, the size of the footage and also the option to backup particular recorded events.
  • Page 47: Playback Through Dvr

    PLAYBACK SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Playback Screen Playback Through DVR Once you have selected the footage you would like to view, press select and the footage will automatically play. Upon playing back the recorded footage, options on the bottom of the screen appear for you to manipulate the video. These options are also accessible though the front panel on the DVR as well as on the remote control.
  • Page 48: Computer Playback

    PLAYBACK SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see COMPUTER PLAYBACK When you backup footage onto a USB device you can view the backed up footage on your computer. Viewing your footage from your computer allows you more options for manipulating the video as well as for backing up footage directly to your computer.
  • Page 49: File Viewing

    PLAYBACK SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see File Viewing Be sure that the playback software is open on your computer. Instructions differ depending on what files you would like to open and play: → One Video 1. Select “File” →”Open Local File”. Find the USB device file, or any other area where backed up footage would be stored on your computer.
  • Page 50: Software Functions

    PLAYBACK SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Software Functions The software has many functions. The drop down menus allow you to adjust the video, the file menu allows you to open video files, and settings allows you to adjust certain settings in the software.
  • Page 51: Bottom Playback Functions

    PLAYBACK SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Bottom Playback Functions If you select the bottom bar from on the playback screen, it will expand to give you playback options as well. The video functions from the bottom bar are as follows: 1.
  • Page 52: Setting Menu

    PLAYBACK SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see To save a section of video: 1. Move the cursor (on the green bar) to the section of footage you would like to save. 2. Select the ST icon. A blue bar will appear where you want the video to start saving as well as make the icons next to the ST icon become usable.
  • Page 53 Help Menu The help menu option allows you to view what the software you are using is called as well as see which version you are using. If more updated versions are available, they can be downloaded from www.SVAT.com CV301-8CH...
  • Page 54: Network Guide

    NETWORK GUIDE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see REQUIREMENTS You will need to have:  The DVR connected to a router  The router connected to the Internet  A PC or laptop that is connected to the same router as the DVR. The PC can be connected by a wired or wireless connection ...
  • Page 55: Finding Your Dvr's Ip Address

    NETWORK GUIDE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Finding your DVR’s IP Address By default, the DVR IP mode is set to DHCP. This means the DVR will automatically retrieve an IP address from the router that it is connected to. Unless your network requires a static IP address leave the DVR IP mode set as DHCP.
  • Page 56 NETWORK GUIDE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Method 1: 1. Open up Internet Explorer. 2. Click on TOOLS. 3. Click on INTERNET OPTIONS. 4. Click on the SECURITY tab then the CUSTOM LEVEL button. 5. Change the ActiveX settings listed below.
  • Page 57 NETWORK GUIDE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Method 2: Add the DVR’s IP address to the Trusted Sites in Internet Explorer. 1. Open up Internet Explorer. 2. Click on TOOLS. 3. Click on INTERNET OPTIONS. 4. Click on the SECURITY Tab.
  • Page 58: Log In To The Dvr

    NETWORK GUIDE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Log in to the DVR (Using Internet Explorer): By default the DVR will require a user to input a password before being able to view the DVR online. The default password for the web interface of the DVR is: 123456 Installing the ActiveX controls: There will be a yellow information bar that pops up below the address bar in Internet Explorer.
  • Page 59: Viewing Dvr Outside Of Your Network

    NETWORK GUIDE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see VIEWING YOUR DVR OUTSIDE OF YOUR NETWORK Now that you have successfully viewed your DVR and cameras from a computer connected to the same router it is time to set up your router to view the DVR while at a remote location. This process is called “Port Forwarding” and you can...
  • Page 60: Option 1

    2. Once the site has loaded you will see a list with photos of different SVAT DVR models, select the CV301-8CH. 2. You will then see a list with photos of different types of routers. Select the router most similar to yours.
  • Page 61: Option 2

    Port forward Home page Select a Router most similar to yours from list NOTE: www.portforward.com is not affiliated with SVAT. PLEASE MAKE SURE TO FORWARD PORTS 80 AND 9000 FOR ONLINE VIEWING. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO USE MOBILE VIEWING, BE SURE TO FORWARD PORT 1024 AS WELL.
  • Page 62: Testing Port Forwarding

    9. If you receive an error message please view “IF YOU CANNOT CONNECT” on Pg. 60. If you’re still having trouble you can always contact SVAT’s 24/7 support team. Write down your external IP address Type in your the port you forwarded (Default port is 80) NOTE: www.whatsmyip.org and www.canyouseeme.org are not affiliated with SVAT in any way. CV301-8CH...
  • Page 63: If You Cannot Connect

    Error / Page cannot be displayed Note: If you are having any problems with port forwarding, you can always contact SVAT’S 24/7 technical support. Note: SVAT technical support cannot troubleshoot modems, since changing these settings can potentially render your modem inoperable.
  • Page 64: Ddns Setup

    Instead of having to type in the IP address to access the DVR online you can use DDNS to create an easy to remember website name. The DVR has a DDNS provider web address built into it. The following instructions are for DYNDNS.org. DYNDNS.org is not owned nor operated by SVAT and therefore support for DYNDNS.org will be done through their website.
  • Page 65 The next page has information about creating your host name DynDNS home page DynDNS Account Setup DynDNS Account Confirmation Note: The DynDNS sites are not owned nor operated by SVAT and therefore support for these services will be done through their web site. CV301-8CH...
  • Page 66 NETWORK GUIDE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see LOG INTO THE ACCOUNT AND SETUP A DDNS HOST To set up a DynDNS name for your DVR: 1. Enter the DYNDNS.org user name and password you created and click login. 2. Click on the “Services” button located on the menu bar.
  • Page 67: Logging Into Software

    NETWORK GUIDE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see TO VIEW DVR THROUGH HOST NAME 1. Ensure that all your DYNDNS account information is entered into your DVR’s DDNS setup screen. 2. Open Internet Explorer and type in your DVR’s host name that you created on your DYNDNS account.
  • Page 68: Online Software

    ONLINE SOFTWARE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see This is what the online viewing software will look like in live view: Just like the DVR menu, submenus have certain functions that have the same meaning: • Next: Allows you to adjust settings for cameras 5-8 •...
  • Page 69: Live Mode

    ONLINE SOFTWARE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Live Mode The fist tab along the top of the screen for the online viewing allows you to view the DVR in live mode. From this mode the buttons along the side and their functions are as follows: 1.
  • Page 70: Ptz Options

    ONLINE SOFTWARE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see PTZ OPTIONS The controls for the PTZ camera are as follows: Zoom: Pressing the + zooms in and pressing the – zooms out Focus: Pressing the + focuses the picture and pressing the –...
  • Page 71: Playback

    ONLINE SOFTWARE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see PLAYBACK This tab allows you to search, view and backup previously recorded footage that is stored on your DVR’s HDD. You can also narrow down your search by type of footage and what camera it was recorded from.
  • Page 72: Playing Back Footage

    ONLINE SOFTWARE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Playing Back Footage: When you prompt video to play, it may take a few minutes to load, then the footage will begin playing automatically. The bottom of the screen will have the playback options.
  • Page 73: Setup

    ONLINE SOFTWARE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see SETUP This tab allows you to go through particular settings and make adjustments to the DVR. The menu options you can adjust include: • Record • Alarm • PTZ • Network • Setting •...
  • Page 74 ONLINE SOFTWARE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see To change the schedule: 1. At the bottom of the schedule area, select the type of recording you would like to insert at particular days and times and press select. • (Red):...
  • Page 75 ONLINE SOFTWARE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Alarm Setup The alarm menu on the online software allows you to adjust for motion detection, motion detection area and motion detection sensitivity. Motion Detection This menu option allows you adjust the motion detection settings for each individual camera. The settings you can adjust include turning motion on or off, adjusting the sensitivity and selecting the motion detection area.
  • Page 76: Network Setup Menu

    ONLINE SOFTWARE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see PTZ Setup PTZ setup allows you to input information for the connected PTZ camera. (PTZ cameras not included). The information must be setup according to the PTZ camera so that the DVR and online software works with your PTZ camera and all its functions.
  • Page 77 ONLINE SOFTWARE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Settings This tab allows you to adjust general settings for your online viewing software and DVR. The settings you can adjust include the Internet bandwidth, the file save path, password enable, changing the password, and daylight savings adjustment.
  • Page 78 ONLINE SOFTWARE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Password Setup This menu selection allows you to enable password protection as well as set a new password for the user and admin accounts on your DVR. To enable password protection: 1. Select the scroll bar next to “password enable” and list will appear.
  • Page 79: Host Info

    ONLINE SOFTWARE SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Host Info This area shows you information about your DVR system. The information you view cannot be changed. HDD Status: Shows you how much space (in GB) you have available on your HDD...
  • Page 80: Mobile Viewing

    MOBILE VIEWING SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see MOBILE VIEWING This DVR is compatible with iPhone, BlackBerry, Windows Mobile and Symbian operating systems on 3G networks. Before you can access your DVR on a mobile phone you must make sure that the DVR has the proper network settings, has been port forwarded, and that you have the proper viewing software on your phone.
  • Page 81 MOBILE VIEWING SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see 4. Once all the proper information has been entered on your iPhone and on your DVR. Press the Back button in the top left corner of the iPhone screen. 5. Press the play button in the bottom left of the screen to start playing live footage from your DVR.
  • Page 82 MOBILE VIEWING SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Host: Input your DVR’s IP address Port: Input the port you forwarded for your mobile setup. Ensure that this port is also listed under mobile settings on your DVR User: Input the user ID that you have set under the mobile settings on your DVR...
  • Page 83 MOBILE VIEWING SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see 7. Once the correct information has been inserted, select “OK” and a separate screen viewing your selected channel will appear. 8. The mobile software allows you to change channels, control a PTZ camera as well as capture a video.
  • Page 84: Dvr Troubleshooting

    DVR TROUBLESHOOTING SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see The cameras are not • Check if you have sequence turned on under the camera menu options sequencing • You must initiate the sequencing to get it to start by right clicking and selecting start auto sequence from the sub menu.
  • Page 85 DVR TROUBLESHOOTING SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Cannot power off DVR • The DVR is set to run as long as it is plugged in. To power off the DVR disconnect the power cable Playback video is choppy •...
  • Page 86 • There could be video loss, HDD loss, motion detection or no HDD space on your DVR. The CV301-8CH is set to alarm when those actions take place. This is to alert you if anything is tampering with the camera to DVR connections the alarm will go off.
  • Page 87: Dvr Specifications

    DVR SPECIFICATIONS SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Video System ................NTSC / PAL (Manual Switching) Video Compression Format ............H.264 Video Input (Composite Video Signal 1 Vp-p 75Ω BNC) ....8 Channels Video Loop Output (Composite Video Signal 1 Vp-p 75Ω BNC) ..No Video Output ................Main Monitor Output: VGA Output 2x...
  • Page 88: Camera Manual

    DVR SPECIFICATIONS SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see PTZ Control ............... Yes (Pelco-D, Pelco-P) Dwell Time (Sequential Channel Switch) ......Programmable with adjustable dwell time (0-10 sec.) Picture Zoom ..............2x digital zoom (live mode / playback mode) Key Lock ................Yes Video Loss Detection ............
  • Page 89: Features

    WHAT IS INCLUDED SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see 2 x 4 Port Power Supply 8 x Indoor/Outdoor 2 Window 4 PIN DIN to RCA (male) for Cameras Night Vision CCD Color Security Stickers Video/Power Wire Cameras • BNC to RCA Connector •...
  • Page 90: Drilling Template

    WIRING ADDENDUM SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see WIRING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Plug 12V adapter (A) into electrical wall outlet or surge protecting power bar. 2. Plug the single end of the four port power supply (C) into the male end of the 12V adapter (B).
  • Page 91 SPECIFICATIONS SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Camera Type ..................Weather resistant Color IR CCD Camera Image Sensor ..................1/4" Color SHARP CCD Resolution .................... 420 TV Lines Outdoor Use ..................Yes IP Rating ....................IP65 Focal Length ..................3.6mm Focus Type .....................
  • Page 92: Camera Troubleshooting

    CAMERA TROUBLESHOOTING SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see Before contacting technical support, please follow the troubleshooting tips below for solutions to common problems. Toll free telephone: Toll free fax: Email: 1.866.946.7828 1.888.771.1701 support@SVAT.com Online live web chat: Visit www.SVAT.com • Make sure your TV/monitor is on the correct video input channel. This is NOT channel 3.
  • Page 93: Additional Accessories

    REPLACEMENT PARTS SVAT ELECTRONICS now you can see If you accidentally damage or lose any parts they can be replaced with ease. The following are parts that came with your system and their reference model numbers so you can continue to effectively monitor your premises.
  • Page 94 Disclaimer SVAT does not endorse the use of any SVAT products for illegal activities. SVAT is not responsible or liable in SVAT does not endorse any of SVAT products for any illegal activities. SVAT is not responsible or liable in...

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