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MDVR User Guide
SD4B & SD4B-GPS Mobile DVR
User Guide
American Bus Video
2545 Valley Ridge Drive
Cumming, GA 30040
(770) 263-8118
(770) 887-5944 Fax
www.AmericanBusVideo.com
sales@AmericanBusVideo.com
Neil Coppola
Mobile 951-970-0112
NeilC@MobileVideoSystems.net
Copyright @ 2011
All Rights Reserved
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  • Page 1 MDVR User Guide SD4B & SD4B-GPS Mobile DVR User Guide American Bus Video 2545 Valley Ridge Drive Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 263-8118 (770) 887-5944 Fax www.AmericanBusVideo.com sales@AmericanBusVideo.com Neil Coppola Mobile 951-970-0112 NeilC@MobileVideoSystems.net Copyright @ 2011 All Rights Reserved...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    MDVR User Guide Contents Important System Use Notes ................4 Introduction ..........................5 Features…..........................5 Camera Placement …......................6 In-vehicle Cameras …......................6 Recording & Playback …......................7 System Start-Up ......................7 System Shut-Down ......................7 Playback Options ........................8 TV Video Output (Front and Back) ..................9 Removable SD Drive USB Connection ................9 Front Panel USB Connection ....................9 MDVR Layout …............
  • Page 3 MDVR User Guide Buzzer Setup…......................31 Security …..........................32 System Level ........................33 Firmware Upgrade….....................34 Reset Default…......................36 Alarm …..........................38 I/O Input…........................38 G-sensor…........................39 Speed Limit…........................40 Search …..........................41 …..........................43 System Info …........................45 Modules…........................ 45 History…........................46 Pan/Tilt/Zoom ......................47 Global Positioning System ..................48 Driver Risk Issues ..................51...

  • Page 4: Important System Use Notes

    PC Basic Skills: The SD4B operates on a PC program viewer program GUI. This program has been designed to be intuitive and require no formal training to operate the program, as long as the user possesses basic PC skills. Use of this program is predicated on the assumption that the customer/user of this high tech video file management tool has authorized personnel who will be operating this program who are competent with the basic operation of their own company PCs.
  • Page 5 The major limitation is the video will not show On Screen Mapping, as the PC cannot connect to the Internet. SD4B Card Disclaimer MVS recommends SD cards sourced from MVS to insure proper function. Use of non-MANUFACTURER supplied or approved SD cards not designed for quad channel high-resolution streaming video, may adversely affect proper function of this DVR, and void the MANUFACTURER warranty.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    RS232/RS485 is provided for External devices. Optional GPS (Global Position System) allows keeping track of your vehicles in Google Map. 3-axis G-sensor helps record any traffic accident/quick start/quick stop timely. SD4B BUDGET SERIES MDVR also supports RFID commuter bus, and school bus.

  • Page 7: Camera Placement

    MDVR User Guide Camera Placement Cameras can be mounted anywhere inside of the vehicle where a stable mounting platform is available. Any selected location should be as vibration constrained as possible. For outdoor applications, use outdoor cameras and observe the same low vibration recommendation. Recommend placement illustrations of in vehicle cameras.

  • Page 8: Recording & Playback

    MDVR User Guide Recording & Playback System Start-Up To start the recording process, place the system switch in the ON position (this will be done automatically if the system switch is connected to the ignition switch and the ignition switch is in the ON position). Upon turning the system switch ON, MDVR will commence recording.

  • Page 9: Mdvr Layout

    MDVR User Guide MDVR Layout Front Panel SD Card Slot: the removable SDHC Drive occupies this slot in the MDVR. It is used to record video images, IR Indicator: Infrared receiver lens for use with the MDVR Remote Control unit. NOTE: Please ensure that the MDVR is installed where the handheld IR controller can be pointed directly at the IR receiver lens.

  • Page 10: Back Panel

    MDVR User Guide Back Panel Back Panel All connections to the MDVR are attached to the rear of the MDVR using pre-assembled cable bundles specifically labeled for each purpose; It includes the following 6 parts:  GPS: Connects to the GPS antenna - if you order the MDVR with GPS. ...

  • Page 11: Installation

    MDVR User Guide Installation WARNING DISCONNECT VEHICLE BATTERY VOLTAGE BEFORE INSTALLING SYSTEM WIRING WARNING DISCONNECT POWER TO MDVR BEFORE JUMP STARTING VEHICLE WARNING INSTALL DVR HORIZONTALL Y. USE EXTERNAL SHOCK ANDVIBRATION DAMPENING IF NEEDED Proper Mounting Location For proper installation of the MDVR, choose a location in the vehicle that meets the following: Power: It is recommended that the MDVR be connected to the vehicle ignition.

  • Page 12: Installation Instructions

    MDVR User Guide Vibration: If necessary, provide additional shock mounting to prevent damage and wear by excessive vibration. Clearance: Front clearance of 8 inch is required to slide the recording module from the mounting assembly. Wiring: Install where mounting assembly wires have sufficient clearance and will not be crimped or subject to wire insulation damages due to vibration.
  • Page 13 MDVR User Guide MDVR System Power Connection Recommend! Ignition mode allows MDVR to be Power On or Off as long as Ignition Mode:  you start or shutdown vehicle. You also need setup startup recording mode in Record >>General, then decide when the MDVR start recording. Ignition Switch MDVR...

  • Page 14: Ir Remote Instructions

    MDVR User Guide IR Remote Instructions Each MDVR includes a handheld Infra-Red (IR) controller that allows the user to transmit commands to the recording module and display on a screen control menu on a composite monitor (V1 output).  Numeric Input Keys Use the numbers to input values in the system setup screen or switch through the channels in live and playback.
  • Page 15 MDVR User Guide  Other Important Keys: Regular Keys LOGIN Press Login key to enter the main menu, enter user ID and password to start setup Enter OK, Enter, Confirm Shift ABC/abc /123 input EXIT Cancel and exit POWER The Power button can reset the DVR into sleep mode (unit will stop recording while in the sleep mode) PRESET Preset...

  • Page 16: Menu Configuration

    MDVR User Guide Menu Configuration Login Page Press LOGIN on IR Remote to enter "LOGIN" interface. Enter your registered ID and password, then Select LOG IN and press to enter main menu. The default Note: In order to protect privacy, users should always have a user ID and password. MDVR setting is no User ID and password.

  • Page 17: Main Menu Page

    MDVR User Guide Main Menu Page Select any sub-menu you want by position the Cursor over the sub-menu item and press ENTER to start the setup process. Menu Guide SEARCH Search Recordings Search Log CLOCK Setup date and time GENERAL Vehicle /Driver /Inserted Info INFO Modules/ History...

  • Page 18: Date And Time

    MDVR User Guide OUTPUT PTZ Protocols NETWORK Internet Protocols Properties Date and Time Use CURSOR key to scroll to Clock. Press ENTER to access setup date & time. Date: MM/DD/YYYY Enter with number keys Time: HH/MM/SS Enter with number keys Time Zone Select your local time zone (GMT+/-12) Sync Time:...

  • Page 19: Record

    MDVR User Guide any change. Record General Options Use CURSOR to select RECORD and press ENTER to access the General section.  TV System: Select PAL or NTSC.  Startup Mode: Select the MDVR start recording mode.  I Video Frame: Default is Off (H.264 compression). If you select On, the compression will change to M-JPEG mode, very clear but little compression.
  • Page 20 MDVR User Guide Note: Regardless what MDVR Power Connection you select, Recording must be after Power On. Record Mode Reference List Power Record Start Record End Record Connection Mode When Ignition Switch towards When Ignition Switch towards Ignition ACC, MDVR will start record at LOCK, MDVR will end record at once once...

  • Page 21: Camera Setup

    MDVR User Guide triggered each time. Camera Setup Move the cursor from General to Setup. Here you can set the recording quality, frame rate and audio record and you can name the cameras. a check represents that this channel will be recorded* Resolution: Select among CIF, HD1 and D1: CIF: Resolution at 360x240 (NTSC), 352x288 (PAL)

  • Page 22: Record Schedule

    MDVR User Guide Record Schedule Move the cursor to Schedule. Here you can setup the recording time segment. Please confirm the System Wiring – Power mode as shown in P.18. The Schedule section of the menu is where the user can set the times that the DVR will automatically turn on and shut off.

  • Page 23: Hdd Management

    MDVR User Guide HDD Management Use CURSOR keys to select HDD menu. Press ENTER to access input settings. User can understand the SD status at any time in this section.  SD Overwrite Will program the MDVR to automatically overwrite videos on the disk when it is full. Off: Will program the MDVR to automatically stop recording and show a "Disk is Full"...

  • Page 24: Disk Format

    MDVR User Guide Disk Format The user can completely erase the video and audio files off of the DVR. The HDD/SD FORMAT function will rebuild the basic directory structure of the drive to allow for continued and immediate recording of audio and video. All data will also be erased from the drive if this is executed. When Format has been pressed, there is a confirmation required from the operator: Select Format and press...

  • Page 25: Network

    MDVR User Guide Network DVR IP Options You must enter a static IP address to use the Network capabilities. Please consult with local Internet Service Provider or your Information Technology group for the correct IP address. Use Number keypad to enter the TCP/IP address information: Select Network >>...

  • Page 26: Wifi

    MDVR User Guide Wi-Fi Options Use CURSOR to select WIFI section. Press ENTER to access input settings. WIFI module will offer partially live surveillance if your route has enough WLAN resources.  “WIFI”: Select “ON” if you want to use wireless communication ...
  • Page 27 MDVR User Guide 3G Options Use CURSOR keys to select 3G menu. Press ENTER to access input settings.  “3G”: Select “ON” if you want to use cellular wireless communication (the MDVR must have this option at time of purchase) ...

  • Page 28: Server

    MDVR User Guide change. Server Setup Use CURSOR keys to select Server section. Press ENTER to access input settings In the Server section of the Network section, the user can establish the network address settings for the CMS Network Server. Work with your System Administrator or IT Department for a suitable network addressing scheme.

  • Page 29: General

    MDVR User Guide General Vehicle Startup and Shutdown Select Vehicle from the General Menu and press ENTER at the highlighted line. Timer Mode Indications. Exit Menu Time: Menu will exit automatically after 300 seconds without any selection Startup Type: Select Alarm Startup Time In Timer mode, you can set when the MDVR start recording.
  • Page 30 MDVR User Guide Ignition Startup Mode Indications Exit Menu Time: Menu will exit automatically after 300 seconds without any selection Startup Type: Select Ignition Shutdown Delay In Timer mode, you can select the delay shutdown time (0-300M) Time Select OK and press ENTER to save changes. Press EXIT to return Main Menu without any change.

  • Page 31: Driver & Company Info

    MDVR User Guide Driver & Company Info Vehicle is used to store the following text information into the unit: Company Name, Vehicle No. and Driver /Route Name. Use CURSOR keys to select the option for modification. Press ENTER at the highlighted line. Select OK and press ENTER to save changes.
  • Page 32 MDVR User Guide Inserted Info This feature allows you to display the Date/Time on a monitor attached to the MDVR and/or on the recorded video. In like manner, you can do the same with Camera information. Use CURSOR keys to select Insert menu to decide whether display Date/Time and Cameras Name will appear on the monitor and in recorded videos.

  • Page 33: Buzzer Setup

    MDVR User Guide Buzzer Setup Your MDVR can alert you to problems due to video recording errors, recording media problems and sensor alarms. Select Buzzer menu for modification. Press ENTER at the highlighted line.  Video Lost: “On” will trigger the buzzer alarm when videos are lost. ...
  • Page 34 MDVR User Guide to setup features while the Administrator has full access to all configuration options. CAUTION: DO NOT LOSE THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Select SECURITY. Press ENTER key to setup USER password. PASSWORD ENABLE: Selecting “ENABLE” will require a password in order to access the setup menu.

  • Page 35: Firmware Upgrade

    MDVR User Guide Select OK and press ENTER to save changes. Press EXIT to return Main Menu without any change. System Firmware Upgrade When improvements, bug fixes or new feature become available for your MDVR the firmware (DVR operating system) can be easily upgraded in the field. There are several ways this can be done: through the front panel USB connection, or through the removable hard drive module.
  • Page 36 MDVR User Guide Select OK and press ENTER to save changes. Press EXIT to return Main Menu without any change. Update Fail To upgrade the firmware on the DVR, you must put the upgrade file in the ads directory on the hard drive.

  • Page 37: Reset Default

    MDVR User Guide Reset Default Your MDVR has the option to have the entire configuration settings reset to the factory defaults. Executing this function is irreversible and once the settings have been changed, the user must either manually change the settings using the USB flash drive to upload the new configuration file, placing the configuration file on the hard drive with Windows Explorer, or using the PC remote management software to change the configuration.
  • Page 38 MDVR User Guide To select ENTER to clear all personal setup and return default setup and EXIT to discard all changes and keep the current setup.

  • Page 39: Alarm

    MDVR User Guide Alarm Setup Your MDVR supports sensor monitoring from up to 4 separate sensors. For example, you may want to know if the back door of the vehicle is open, etc. I/O Input Select Alarm>>I/O. Press ENTER keys to change between any fields in the menu Source: The name of the signal connected to the DVR.

  • Page 40: G-Sensor

    MDVR User Guide G-Sensor Correction The G-sensor subsection of the SENSOR section, also called accelerometer, is used to calibrate the accelerometer readings coming out of the accelerometer/ inertia sensor harness. Because of the varying nature of the installation options, the installer should go to this page and select Correct, and then OK, to zero out the readings on the display.

  • Page 41: Speed Limit

    MDVR User Guide Speed Limit Your MDVR is capable of determining vehicle maximum speed and sounding an alarm if the vehicle exceeds that threshold. Press the ENTER keys to change between any fields in the menu  Source: MDR is capable of capturing vehicle speed via GPS antenna or Vehicle--speedometer.

  • Page 42: Search

    MDVR User Guide Search You can search for and playback any video currently on your MDVR. The SEARCH section of the main menu is where the user can go to select a video file that has been recorded in the MDVR for playback.
  • Page 43 MDVR User Guide Search Result In the search result list, you can see information about a recording, including Camera, type, time, and size. After the correct date has been chosen, a list of files appears for video file selection. The size of the video file is determined by the RECORD FILE SIZE.

  • Page 44: Log

    MDVR User Guide Your MDVR maintains a log file of activity and you can search that file. The SEARCH section of the main menu is where the user can go to select a log that has been recorded in the MDVR for playback.
  • Page 45 MDVR User Guide Search Result In the search result list, you can see information about a log file, including Source, Time, and Type of entry.  Source: press ENTER key to select the type of Event;  Time: To check the time of the video files, use the number keys to input; ...

  • Page 46: System Info

    MDVR User Guide System Info Your MDVR will provide a status of its communications module(s) – working or not working. Module Press ENTER Key Select INFO>> Modules section with remote controller. Here you can check what the modules working status. This section shows you whether modules is working well.

  • Page 47: History

    MDVR User Guide History Select Info>>History, you can read the top important information of MDVR.  MXS: The max vehicle speed record in the past.  ODO: The total ODO  G-Sensor: X/Y/Z record.  High Temp: The highest voltage of MDVR Low Temp: The lowest voltage of MDVR ...

  • Page 48: Pan/Tilt/Zoom

    MDVR User Guide Output-PTZ Protocols If the MDVR will connect with PTZ or Speed Dome in some special vehicles, like police /military patrol vehicles, you can set the PTZ protocols so that you can control the PTZ normally. Pan Tilt Zoom cameras are good at 360-degree surveillance.
  • Page 49 MDVR User Guide GPS (Optional) This feature is only available with the system connected with GPS antenna. 1. To enable the feature make sure to connect the GPS antenna to the GPS connection port located at the back of docking station. 2.
  • Page 50 MDVR User Guide 3G Online Surveillance Systems...

  • Page 51: Driver Risk Issues

    MDVR User Guide Driver Risk Issues Unmanaged Driver Risk can cause massive realized losses with unnecessary liability in a otherwise healthy and thriving company or district transportation department. Far too often we see news reports of undisciplined, unprofessional drivers causing accidents, while sending text messages on their cell phones or Blackberries, when they should be concentrating on driving their vehicles.
  • Page 52 MDVR User Guide Passenger Risk Issues Unmanaged Passenger Risk can also cause massive realized losses with unnecessary liability to passenger transportation companies or pupil transportation department. It is vital to document problems, identify their cause, review any intervention and the end results in a worse case scenario, or successful passenger situation resolution to provide invaluable information and evidence that can be reviewed and possibly used to improve the awareness or ability of the driver of transport agency in resolving similar problems in the future.
  • Page 53 American Bus Video 2545 Valley Ridge Drive Cumming, GA 30040...

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