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Page 1: Digital Video Recorder
16 Channel Multiplex Digital Video Recorder Models: DGN216 Installation / User Manual Digimerge Technologies 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 Digimerge Technologies Inc., except in the manner described in the documentation.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions................................4 Introduction ....................................5 Features .......................................5 System Contents ..................................6 Getting Started .....................................6 Front Panel Controls ..................................7 Back Panel ....................................9 Accessing the Main Menu ................................10 Main Menu ....................................10 Search......................................10 Last Record ..................................11 Full List....................................11 Alarm List ....................................11 Time Search..................................11 Timer Recording Setup ...............................12 Timer....................................12... - Page 4 Appendix 4: Rack Mount Installation ............................49 Appendix 5: Recording Times (in Hours)............................50 Appendix 6: Compatible HDD Brands ............................51 Limited Warranty ..................................52...
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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
Introduction The DGN216 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
System Contents The DGN216 box should include the items listed below. Please take a moment to verify that no items are missing from the package. 2 - 80 GB Hard Disk Drives are included DGN216 Digital Video Recorder 2 Keys for... -
Page 8: Front Panel Controls
Front Panel Controls Removable Cartridge Casing The DGN216 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. - Page 9 16. STOP / ▼ The STOP / ▼ button has two functions Pressing STOP / ▼ terminates recording or playing. The DGN216 returns to live monitoring mode and stops all other actions. In Menu mode, the STOP / ▼ button is used to scroll down through options.
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Page 10: Back Panel
Back Panel POWER INPUT Connects to the Power cord. EXTERNAL I/O 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. -
Page 11: Accessing The Main Menu
Search The DGN216 allows you to easily find sections of recorded video using the SEARCH feature. To access the Search option, press MENU followed by the 4 digit password. Use the ▲ / ▼ to scroll to the Search option and press ENTER. -
Page 12: Last Record
T 2002-JAN-01 01:02:03 M-HDD D 2002-JAN-01 01:02:03 S-HDD Press ENTER to view a selected piece of video on the list. The DGN216 will play M 2002-JAN-01 01:02:03 S-HDD the video in chronological order, until it hits the End of the list. Playback can be ◄: Page Up ►: Page Down... -
Page 13: Timer Recording Setup
Timer Recording Setup On the Main Menu, selecting the Timer option will allow you to set daily schedules in which (Menu) you would like the DVR to automatically record. Search Pressing ENTER after scrolling to the Timer option will bring up the following menu options: ►Timer Record Camera... -
Page 14: Hdd Overwrite Setup
Record Settings On the Main Menu, selecting the Record option will allow you to set the quality and speed of (Menu) recordings. Search Timer Pressing ENTER after scrolling to the Record option will bring up the following menu ► Record options: Camera System... -
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 “D”... - Page 16 Record Method This feature is used to select the DVR record method as either EVENT / NORMAL / OFF. Press ▲ / ▼ to select the desired time camera channel (1-16), then press ENTER. Press ◄ / ► to select the Record Method feature on the screen. Press ▲...
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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 Figure 1). Pressing the ◄ / ►, ▲ / ▼ buttons will toggle the motion detection between ON or OFF. - Page 18 Figure 1-1 MOTION DETECTION SETUP – 1~16 Figure 1-2 MOTION DETECTION SETUP – LINE Figure 1-3 MOTION DETECTION SETUP – ALL...
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Page 19: System Setup
System Set Up The system menu is used to configure the system level options on the DGN216. To access the System features, press MENU followed by the 4-digit password. Use the ▲ / ▼ to scroll to the ‘System’ option and press ENTER. -
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
Press ▲ / ▼ to choose a display format. Options are: Y-M-D = Year - Month - Day M-D-Y = Month - Day - Year D-M-Y = Day - Month - Year Off = The date and time will not show on the screen. Press MENU to confirm your change. - 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.
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Page 23: Event Log Viewing
Use the ▲ / ▼ to scroll through the events on the display and ◄ / ► to go to the next page. To view (Menu) the video associated with an event, scroll to the event and press ENTER. Search Timer The following is a list of events that can be displayed on the DGN216. Record Camera M-HDD WARNING: Master HDD may have failed... -
Page 24: Recording Methods
Recording Methods The DGN216 offers a variety of flexible recording modes. The unit can be set up to record continually, following a schedule, or by record events. In addition, the recording speed and resolution is also configurable (these options are configurable through the system menu). -
Page 25: Video Search
Video Search The DVR allows you to easily find sections of recorded video using the Search feature. Press the SEARCH button and you will see the following options: ►Last Record Full List Last Record: Plays the last recorded piece of video. Alarm List Time Search Full List:... -
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 ).
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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 “digimerge.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.) Local Area Connection Local Area Connection Click Click twice twice...
- 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 3. In the “ADVANCED SETUP / Virtual Server”. Choose “By Port” and set the “Port Number” to 80 for the Video Web Server. Set the “Local Server IP Address” to 192.168.1.10. (The default Video Web Server IP and port). Press add & save after you setup.
- Page 35 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.
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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 *TURBO: 3. Zoom, Select, Lock, Record Activate the turbo button when you would like to shift the 4. Stop, Rewind, Fast Forward, Pause, Slow, Play selection more quickly by jumping 6 selections at a time. -
Page 39: Advanced Settings
Advanced Settings Click on “System Config” for advanced setting. NOTE : Apply-- After changing all settings, press “apply” to refresh the data. Reboot-- SYSTEM CONFIG Press this button to restart setting. ACCOUNT Set up the user’s account (Max 10 accounts), password and authority (Max 5 accounts on line at the same time). - Page 40 MAIL 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.
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Page 41: Connecting The Video Web Server Via The Internet Explorer Browser
TOOL BOX 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” button to get the latest firmware from your PC. - Page 42 Step 2: Enter your Username and Password to login to the Video Web Server. 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. Step 3: Click on “YES”...
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Page 43: Key Lock
8. Resolution switching button Key Lock For added security, you can Lock the buttons on your DGN216. Locking disables the functionality of the buttons and prevents accidental key presses from altering the operation of the DGN216. To enable the Key Lock feature, press and hold the ENTER and MENU keys at the same time. -
Page 44: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting PROBLEM SOLUTION HDD not found Need to insert HDD. Make sure that the HDD Cartridge is locked, then press any key to continue. No Power Check the power source cord connections. Check that there is power at the outlet. Buttons aren’t working when pressed Check if the system is in Key Lock mode. -
Page 45: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Video format NTSC/EIA or PAL/CCIR Network Interface Ethernet (10100 Base-T) Protocols TCPIP, ICMP, SMTP, HTTP, FTP Triggers & Actions E-mail images or images uploaded to FTP site / Remote recording HDD storage IDE type, UDMA 66 above, 1 removable HDD supported Record mode Manual / Alarm / Timer/Motion Trigger Camera input signal... -
Page 46: Appendix 1: Installing The Hdd
Appendix 1: Installing the HDD NOTE: The HDD has the same purpose in a DGN216 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. - Page 47 Step 7: Slide the top Cover over the Cartridge Casing. Slide the Cover forward over the Cartridge Case. Ensure it is secured in place over the release latch. Reinsert the Cartridge Casing into the DGN216 Step 8: Lock the Cartridge.
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Page 48: Appendix 2: Connection Diagram To Cameras And Monitor
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Page 49: Appendix 3: Pin Configurations
Appendix 3: Pin Configurations 25 Pin Com Port EXTERNAL ALAM NO EXTERNAL ALARM COM PIN OFF ALARM INPUT 9 ALARM INPUT 10 ALARM INPUT 11 ALARM INPUT 12 ALARM INPUT 13 ALARM INPUT 14 ALARM INPUT 15 ALARM INPUT 16 ALARM INPUT 1 ALARM INPUT 2 ALARM INPUT 3... -
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 Digimerge, please visit: www.digimerge.com. -
Page 51: Appendix 5: Recording Times (In Hours)
Appendix 5: Recording Times (in Hours) NTSC SYSTEM Best 48hr 96hr 180hr 360hr 720hr 1440hr High 60hr 120hr 226hr 450hr 900hr 1800hr Record Quality Normal 96hr 192hr 360hr 720hr 1440hr 2880hr Basic 160hr 320hr 600hr 1200hr 2400hr 4800hr HDD Type 250GB 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
SEAGATE 160GB 138.4GB 7’ 23” MAXTOR 250GB 217.6GB 10’ 12” W. D. 250GB 216.8GB 10’ 02” W. D. 40GB 34.0GB 3’ 30” Note: The above brands and models of HDD have been tested and they are compatible with the DGN216. -
Page 53: Limited Warranty
No claims or statements regarding the product, whether written or verbal, by salespeople, retailers, dealers or distributors, that are not contained in this limited warranty or in the owner's manual are authorized by Digimerge and do not modify or expand this warranty. - Page 54 Digimerge Technologies Inc. 300 Alden Road Markham Ontario L3R 4C1 www.digimerge.com...
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