Page 1 DS-8000 Series Net DVR User Manual V2.1 Thank you for purchasing our Embedded Net DVR. This manual is applicable to DS-8000 series Net DVRs. Please go through this User Manual before operating so as to use the DVR in the correct and safe way.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Index Chapter1 Product Introduction ....................8 Summary ........................8 Model Description ......................8 Features ........................9 Typical Application ....................11 Chapter2 Installation ....................... 12 Check DVR and its Accessories ................. 12 HDD Installation ......................12 DS-8000HCI-S Rear Panel Connection ..............17 DS-8000HDI-S Rear Panel Connection ..............
Page 3 6.1.2 Delete User ......................75 6.1.3 Password Modification ..................76 6.1.4 User Rights ......................77 Device ID ........................79 Video Standard and VGA Setup ................80 Date and Time Setup ....................81 6.4.1 Daylight Saving Time Setup ................83 Image Setup ........................ 84 6.5.1 Camera Name Setup ..................
Page 4 Upgrade from CD ..................... 130 Upgrade from FTP Server ..................131 8.3.1 FTP Server Setup ..................... 131 8.3.2 Use DVR FTP Upgrade Function ..............133 8.3.3 Use RS-232 Serial Command ................133 Use Client Software to Upgrade ................136 Appendix A Mouse Control Function ..................
Page 5: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, please do not remove the cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside, please contact us directly for repairing. Important Safeguards: Go through these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions.
Page 6 movement or vibration. 13. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Page 7: Packaging Contents
Cleaning: You can clean the unit with a moist lint-free cloth or chamois leather cloth. Warning: This device is intended for use in public areas only. Surreptitious recording of oral communications may be prohibited by local law. Unpacking: Check the package for visible damage. If any items appear to have been damaged in shipment, notify the shipping company.
Page 8: Chapter1 Product Introduction
Chapter1 Product Introduction 1.1 Summary DS-8000 series Network Digital video Recorder is an excellent digital surveillance product adopts embedded MCU (Microprocessor Control Unit) and an embedded Real-Time Operating System (RTOS), along with the most advanced technology in the Information technology Industry such as video and audio encoding/decoding, hard disk recording and TCP/IP transmission.
Page 9: Features
Note: This model name includes all the DS-8000 series, a real model name is just part of it. 1.3 Features Compression: • Support up to 16 video channels (NTSC/PAL). Each channel is independent with H.264 hardware compression. • Support both variable bit rate and frame rate •...
Page 10 Preview and playback: • Support BNC analog monitor and VGA output for main output • Support spot video and spot audio output (except DS-8004HCI-S, DS-8000HSI-S Series and DS-8000AH(F)(L)I-S Series) • Support user-defined preview layout • Support Privacy Mask • Support view tampering alert.
Page 11: Typical Application
• Support remote parameters setup • Alarm information can be sent to remote center • Network control PTZ • Network video/audio recording • Network download and playback recorded files from the DVR • Remote upgrading DVR firmware • RS-232 supports transparent channel function so that the remote PC can control serial devices through DVR.
Page 12: Chapter2 Installation
Chapter2 Installation 2.1 Check DVR and its Accessories Please follow the packing list in the packing box and carefully check the contents of the shipping container. If any of the items is missing, please contact your dealer. 2.2 HDD Installation Caution: A factory recommended HDD should be used for this device.
Page 13 3. Remove the metal top cover by removing two screws from the rear of the cover, slide the cover towards the rear and lift it from the unit. 4. Remove the metal hard drive brackets (remove one screw from the top of the mounting plate, lift the rear of the plate and slide backwards).
Page 14 5. Place the hard disks you wish to install on the flat table with the mounting side facing up. 6. Place the metal hard disk bracket on top of the hard disks, and fasten each hard disk with 4 screws to the bracket. 7.
Page 15 8. Check all connections, and reinstall the metal cover on the DVR. 9. Connect the power cable and power on the DVR. 10. Press [MENU] key to enter DVR main menu. Go to the "Utilities" menu and choose "Hard disk" to format the hard disks. Check that all installed disks are detected by the DVR (shown in the menu).
Page 16 formatted a confirmation message will be shown on the screen. Ensure that all installed disks have the status "OK". Hard drive installation is completed.
Page 17: Ds-8000Hci-S Rear Panel Connection
2.3 DS-8000HCI-S Rear Panel Connection DS-8004HCI-S Rear Panel: Index Physical Interface Description Video input Standard BNC Audio input Standard BNC Connect CCTV monitor, output video and menu Main video output Main audio output Local audio output Line in Audio line input for voice talk...
Page 18 DS-8008HCI-S, DS-8016HCI-S Rear Panel: Index Physical Interface Description Video input Standard BNC Audio Input Standard BNC Spot video output Spot monitor for live video and playback Spot audio output Spot monitor for live audio and playback Main video output Main monitor for live video playback and menu Main audio output Main monitor for live audio and playback Line in...
Page 19: Ds-8000Hdi-S Rear Panel Connection
Relay output 4 relay outputs Ground 100~240VAC AC input 2.4 DS-8000HDI-S Rear Panel Connection DS-8004HDI-S, DS-8008HDI-S, DS-8016HDI-S Rear Panel: Index Physical Interface Description Video input Standard BNC Standard BNC Audio Input Spot monitor for live video and playback Spot video output Spot monitor for live audio and playback Spot audio output Main monitor for live video playback and menu...
Page 20: Ds-8000Hfi-S Rear Panel Connection
Line in Line input for audio VGA interface VGA display Connect RS-232 devices. Refer to Appendix B for pin RS-232 definition Connect network devices. Refer to Appendix B for pin Network interface definition USB flash memory, USB HDD, USB CD/DVD or USB USB Interface mouse E-SATA...
Page 21 Spot audio output Spot monitor for live audio and playback Line in Line input for audio USB flash memory, USB HDD, USB CD/DVD or USB USB interface mouse VGA interface VGA display One is for DS-1000KI keyboard, and the other is for DVR Keyboard interface cascade.
Page 22: Ds-8000Hsi-S Rear Panel Connection
Audio input Standard BNC Spot video output Spot monitor for live video and playback Spot monitor for live audio and playback Spot audio output Main monitor for live video, playback and menu Main video output Main monitor for live audio and playback Main audio output Line input for audio Line in...
Page 23 Physical Index Description Interface Video Input Standard BNC. Video Loop out Standard BNC. Main video Connect CCTV monitor, output video and menu. Output USB flash memory, USB HDD, USB CD/DVD writer, or USB USB Interface mouse VGA interface VGA display. Keyboard One is for DS-1000KI keyboard, and the other is for DVR cascade.
Page 24: Ds-8000Hti-S Rear Panel Connection
Index Physical Interface Description Video Input Standard BNC. Video loop out Standard BNC. Aux audio Output Spot monitor for audio preview and playback. Main monitor for video and menu. Main video output VGA Interface VGA display. Connect RS-232 devices. Refer to Appendix B for pin RS-232 definition.
Page 25 Index Physical Interface Description Video input Standard BNC Audio Input Standard BNC Spot video output Spot monitor for live video and playback Spot audio output Spot monitor for live audio and playback Main video output Main monitor for live video playback and menu Main audio output Main monitor for live audio and playback Line in...
Page 26: Ds-8000Ah(F)(L)I-S Series Rear Panel Connection
RS-485 terminal resistor switch. Default is off. The resistor is 120Ω RS-485 PTZ connection. Using T+/T- to connect PTZ. Keyboard interface Using D+/D- for keyboard and DVR cascade connection. Alarm input 16 sensor alarm in Relay output 4 relay outputs Ground AC input 100~240VAC...
Page 27 Index Physical Interface Description Power Adapter ATX Standard. 220V or 110V option. Power Output DC Output +12V/1A for camera. Pin1 of AlarmIn1 provides DC +12V/1A for sensor; Pin2 External Alarm In is GND; Pin3 is used to connect approaching sensor. AlarmIn2, In3, In4 and In5 are switch trip.
Page 28: External Alarm In/Out Connection
2.9 External Alarm In/Out Connection Alarm input description: Alarm input port (dry contact): G (GND): Connect the GND of sensor. 1~8: Alarm input, support normal open/normal close. 0: Reserved. Alarm output: 1G~4G: 4 relay output. The alarm input is switch signal，if the alarm input is not switch signal, such as voltage signal, then please follow the connection method below.
Page 29 Connect with DC device Connect with AC device. Please pay attention to the different application of JP4 in these applications. If the interface is connected with DV load, JP4 can be used in these two methods safely, and suggest that this should be used within the limit of 12V/1A.
Page 30: Power On
2. Un-fasten the screws in the curved needle plug, then put the signal cable into little metal box and then fasten the screws. 3. Connect these curved needle plugs with the interface. 2.10 Power On Note: Complete all cable connections before powering on the DVR. 1.
Page 31: Chapter3 Operational Instructions
Chapter3 Operational Instructions 3.1 DVR Front Panel 1. Take DS-8000HFI-S for example:        Index Type Name Description IR receiver Camera 1 - 16 Show 1-16 camera status. Green means recording; Red indicator means network transmission; Orange means recording and Lamps network transmission.
Page 32 keys PLAY Local playback [AUTO] in PTZ control 1. Manual record 2. Preset in PTZ mode EDIT 1. In edit state, delete the current cursor character 2. [IRIS+] in PTZ mode 3. Select  or × to enable or disable 1.
Page 33 Index Type Name Description Status READY DVR is ready. Lamps STATUS Green means you can use IR remote control. ALARM Red means there is alarm. MODEM Green means modem connection and dial-up successful. Twinkle in red means reading or writing HDD. LINK Green means network is OK.
Page 34 is working; Red means DVR is powered off; No light means no power is supplied. Function MENU 3. Switch preview mode into menu; Keys 4. Brush control short key【WIPER】. 5. Press [MENU] for more than 5 seconds to cancel button beep sound.
Page 35 Index Type Name Description Status POWER Power indicator lamp. Green means DVR is working; Red Lamps means DVR is powered off. No light means no power is supplied. READY DVR is ready. STATUS Green means you can use IR remote control. ALARM Red means there is alarm.
Page 36 Channel3 working status. Green means recording; Red means network transmission; Orange means recording and network transmission. Channel4 working status. Green means recording; Red means network transmission; Orange means recording and network transmission. Composed of 【】,【】,【】 and 【】. Control Direction Keys Keys 1.
Page 37: Ir Control
3.2 IR control Index Name Description POWER Power DVR on/off Enable/Disable IR remote control Numeric Keys Same as numeric keys on front panel EDIT Same as [EDIT] key on front panel Same as [A] key on front panel Same as [REC] key on front panel PLAY Same as [PLAY] key on front panel INFO...
Page 38 Same as [ESC] key on front panel Reserved Reserved for future use Same as [F1] key on front panel Lens control IRIS, FOCUS ZOOM for lens control Same as [F2] key on front panel Loading the batteries into the IR controller: Remove the battery cover.
Page 39: Osd Menu Description
3.3 OSD Menu Description 3.3.1 Main Menu Items Menu Name Function Menu Name Function Select Camera Unit Name Camera name and position Device ID Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Require Password Y/N Saturation adjust Screen saver OSD Display mode, position and Video standard OSD style setup Display Enable Scaler...
Page 40: Navigating Menus In Ds-8000 Series Dvr
Stop alarm output Reboot Power off View log System information 3.3.2 Navigating Menus in DS-8000 series DVR The Operation Manual provides step by step instructions in the early chapters. The later chapters provide directions without indicating some of the individual key presses because you will have learned the basics by then.
Page 41 • Main Menu: Provides access to the DVR Menu. • Single: Allows selection of any full size camera display. • Multi-Preview: Select “Live View” of 4, 9, 12, or 16 channel multi-screen modes. • Next Preview: Selects the next sequential display (ex. In four-channel: 1-4, 5-8, etc.). •...
Page 42 panel may be difficult in some installations so the IR Remote is a good alternative when the DVR is in sight, but not in reach. Function Keys: • MENU: Enter the DVR Menu. • ESC: The escape key returns to Live mode, or to a previous menu. •...
Page 43: Menu Operation
3.3.3 Menu Operation How to access the menus: • Press the [MENU] key to enter the DVR main menu • Press the [PLAY] key to enter the playback menu • Press the [REC] key to enter the manual record menu •...
Page 44 Each sub-menu contains several related items. Select the entry desired. 1. Check Box: Provide 2 options. “” means enable and “×” means disable. Select either [ENTER] or [EDIT] to change selections. 2. List Box: Provides more than 2 options. However, only one of them can be selected. You can press [ENTER] or [EDIT] to enter edit mode, then use [↑] and [↓] to select one option.
Page 45: Character Input
3.4 Character Input There is a status line at the bottom of all character entry screens. For example: In the “camera name” edit box the following status line appears at the bottom of screen. The word ”Number” indicates that you can use the numeric keys to input numbers. Press the [A] key to change input modes.
Page 46: Chapter4 Basic Operation Guide
Chapter4 Basic Operation Guide 4.1 Power on Note: It is always a good idea to check the power supply before connecting the AC cable and applying power. The DS8000 is equipped with a universal power supply that will accommodate 120/240VAC, 50/60Hz. Units with an input power selector switch must be placed in the correct input voltage position for the local area before applying power.
Page 47: Live View
4.2 Live View At startup, the DVR will enter the live view mode. On the live display you will see the date/time, camera name and camera/alarm status line in addition to the video from attached (and configured) cameras. The information in the status line is described later in this manual. You can easily toggle the status line on/off by right clicking the mouse and selecting “Show”...
Page 48 Blue Motion detect recording External alarm recording See the following chart for alarm status indications: Icon Icon Color Status Description White Video signal lost Yellow View tampering alarm Pink Motion & External alarm Green No alarm Blue Motion alarm External alarm Press the numeric keys to switch to an individual camera in live view.
Page 49 Press the [EDIT] key to manually sequence live views. You can set auto preview mode in the menu (refer to section 5.2). Press the [PREV] key to switch multi-screen views. Press the [Enter] key to pause/resume sequence live view.
Page 50: Login
4.3 Login Note: The DVR factory default user name and password is “admin” “12345”. “admin” is the administrator which allows access to all of the DVR functions, it cannot be renamed. The administrator can create up to 15 individual users and apply individual privileges to each,. Press the Menu key and the Login dialog appears.
Page 51: Ptz Control
4.4 PTZ Control Note: Ensure that PTZ communication parameters have been configured properly before attempting normal operation. Your password must have PTZ control enabled in order to control cameras. Please refer to “PTZ Setup” in section 6.14. Entering the PTZ control interface: In live mode, press the [PTZ] key.
Page 52 PTZ Control Options: Direction control keys: [↑], [↓], [←], [→] ZOOM control keys: [ZOOM+], [ZOOM-] FOCUS control keys: [FOCUS+], [FOCUS-] IRIS control keys: [IRIS+], [IRIS-] Adjust preset keys: [REC/SHOT]; Auto control key: [PLAY/AUTO] Wiper control key: [WIPER/MENU] Light control key: [LIGHT/F1] Auxiliary control key: [AUX/F2]...
Page 53: Manual Record
4.5 Manual Record Note: In order to perform this function the DVR must have drives installed and formatted and the user login password must have “Record” enabled. Manual record will lose effective after reboot. Manual record: 1. In the live view mode, press the [REC] key. In the pop-up login dialog, select a user name and input the correct password to enter the “Manual Record”...
Page 54 4. Start All: Press this button to start all channels recording. 5. Stop All: Press this button to stop all channels from recording. Note: Manual recording will loss effective after reboot. Exit manual record: Press the [ESC] key to enter the live view mode. Press the [MENU] key to enter the main menu. Press the [PLAY] key to enter playback menu.
Page 55: Playback
4.6 Playback Note: The user must have “Playback” permission associated with the user name and password in order to enter playback mode. Playback interface: In the live view mode, press the [PLAY] key. In the pop-up login dialog, select a username and input the correct password to enter the “Playback”...
Page 56 3. Rec Type: Use [↑] or [↓] to select recorded files type. The file type options have “All”, “All Time”, “Motion Detect”, “Alarm” and “Manual”. 4. Time Selection: You can define the search time section. Move “Active Frame” to the time edit box, use numeric keys to input the detail time.
Page 57 One channel search If there are more than eight matched files, use “Page No.” to select additional pages (use numeric keys or [↑] [↓] keys to select a page). In the file list box, use the [↑] [↓] keys to move the scroll bar to the desired file and press [ENTER] to playback the file.
Page 58 Two-Channel Play-back There is an information bar at the bottom of the display with the following information: Volume, Play Progress, Play Speed, Played Time and File Total Time. The following front panel playback controls are available: 1. Display/Hide information bar: [MENU] 2.
Page 59 can press [REC] button to get back to normal playback interface. Note: When the DVR is performing multiple tasks the actual play speed may not match the selected speed. Exit playback: 1. From the playback interface, press [ESC] to return to the Live mode. 2.
Page 60: Backup Recorded Files
4.7 Backup Recorded Files Note: The user must have “Playback” permission associated with the user name and password in order to enter playback mode and back-up files. Some applications require data to be saved for a long period of time. The required information could range from a short video clip up to the entire database.
Page 61: Backup Video Clips
Backup File Backup video clips: You can back-up video clips as the file is being played back. The steps are: 1. Search for and select the video you want to export. 2. Play the video and press [EDIT] to start saving the clip. 3.
Page 62 Note: The backup function is effective when two channels are playback synchronously. In such case, each channel can backup 30 segments so 60 segments can be backed up for two channels. Playback backup video files: You can playback recorded files in any PC using File Player software. File Player software is available on the CD supplied with the DVR.
Page 63 3. Select “Auto Backup” and enter the submenu shown as below: 4. Enable the auto backup: Pressing “confirm” or “edit” button to enable(“”) or disable(“×”) the function. 5. Select camera you want to auto backup by using button and enable(“”) it by pressing “confirm”...
Page 64 8. Backup Delay: you can select time delay for auto backup by using button, there are options: 0min, 10min, 20min, 30min,40,50,60,70,80,90. 9. Save the settings by pressing “Confirm” or you can cancel it if you want.
Page 65: Powering Down The Dvr
4.8 Powering Down the DVR Note: Turning off the power switch on the rear panel, or pulling the power cord from the unit is not recommended in order to avoid corrupting data on the disk drives. The safer method is to enter the Menu and turn off the power using the Utilities Menu.
Page 66 Note: A message will display indicating “Power Off in Process.” Do not press any additional keys while the shutdown is taking place. Abnormal Shutdown: Warning: Do not power off the unit by switching off the power supply power switch or by pulling the power plug! Removing the power unexpectedly while the DVR is accessing the disk drives will cause damage to the data and possibly to the drive.
Page 67: Chapter5 Main And Spot Output
The DVRs listed below have one main video output and one spot output. The main video output provides access to the DVR menu. The spot output does not. It is intended for normal operation, not system setup. DS-8004HCI-S, DS-8008HCI-S, DS-8016HCI-S series DS-8004HSI-S, DS-8008HSI-S, DS-8016HSI-S series DS-8004HFI-S, DS-8008HFI-S, DS-8016HFI-S series...
Page 68: Main And Spot Output Live View
ensure that you are in the “Main” mode. 5.2 Main and Spot Output Live View The “Main” output is typically used for control of all DVR functions. It provides all the same functionality as the VGA monitor output. The [Main/Aux] key toggles between the “Main” and “Spot” output control modes. Select the “Main”...
Page 69 Screen Setup Options: 1. Select Out: Use “Select Out” to select the main or Spot outputs: 2. Preview Mode (Live view mode): Use the [↑] [↓] keys to select the desired screen configuration for edit. The menu allows you to select screen formats and insert camera numbers as desired.
Page 70: Main And Spot Output Playback
Window” to one of the segments and press the [Enter] (or [EDIT]) key to enter the “Edit” mode. Press numeric keys to input a camera for that section of the multi-screen display (”0” “1” for camera #1 on 16 channel units – “1” for camera #1 on units with less than ten channels).
Page 71 2. Press the [PTZ] key to enter the PTZ control mode. Note: The [Main/Aux] key is not active while in the PTZ mode. Press the [ESC] key to exit PTZ control mode in order to change monitor control modes.
Page 72: Chapter6 Advanced Operation Guide
Chapter6 Advanced Operation Guide Only users that have “Parameters Setup” permissions assigned to their user name can perform the operations in this section. When the following parameters are modified and saved, you must reboot the DVR before the new parameters take effective. Parameters mentioned earlier do not require a reboot.
Page 73: User Management
6.1 User Management The Factory Default user name and password is “admin” “12345.” The user name “admin” can’t be changed. You can change the admin password for security reasons. Move the “Active Window” to “User” and press the [ENTER] key to enter the “User Management” menu. Note: The system administrator (admin login name) can manage the permissions assigned to individual users.
Page 74: Add Users
6.1.1 Add Users Additional users may be added by those with admin rights: 1. Enter the “User Management” menu (select User from the main menu). 2. In the “User Management” menu, select the “Add” button and press [ENTER]. 3. Input the new user name in the pop-up dialog and press [ENTER] (up to 15 users can be added).
Page 75: Delete User
you do not want to change the password. 2. Enter the desired password. 3. Verify the entry. 4. Select confirm. 6.1.2 Delete User 1. In the “User Management” interface use the [] [] keys to select a user, then use [] to move the “Active Window”...
Page 76: Password Modification
6.1.3 Password Modification Admin rights are required to change passwords. 1. Enter the User Management menu: 2. Select a user name to edit in the user name list box. Use [][] to select a user, 3. Press [→] to move the “Active Window” to password edit box and press [EDIT] to enter the edit status.
Page 77: User Rights
In this case, press [ENTER] to return to the password edit box, and reenter the new password and verify again. 6.1.4 User Rights Setup permissions for new users: 1. In the users list box of the “User Management” menu, use the [] [] keys to select the user name, then use the [] key to move to the “Set Privileges”...
Page 78 Note: Operational rights are divided into “Local Rights” and “Remote Rights”. You can assign the necessary rights to the user. 1. Use the [] [] keys to select items and press [ENTER] or [EDIT] to enable or disable the item. “” means the right is assigned to that user. 2.
Page 79: Device Id
If you setup this MAC address, only the PC with this MAC address can access the DVR using that user name and password. At PC end, in the DOS prompt, you can use the “ipconfig” command to see the PC MAC address. 6.2 Device ID The device ID is a unique identifier for the DVR.
Page 80: Video Standard And Vga Setup
6.3 Video Standard and VGA Setup Video standard: Changing the video format (NTSC/PAL) is easily performed in the Display menu. 1. Select the “Display Menu from the Main Menu. 2. Select the “Video Standard” button and select the appropriate standard for your area (NTSC/PAL).
Page 81: Date And Time Setup
6.4 Date and Time Setup Setting the Date/Time: 1. Enter Display section. 2. Enter the date and the time in the appropriate boxes below DST Setup. 3. Enter section Setup next to DST. 4. Enable or disable the DST (Daylight Savings Time) option. If you enable DST you must enter the change dates for your time zone.
Page 82 Selecting Camera Date/Time display settings: 1. Enter the “Image” Menu and select a camera to modify. 2. Select the “Date OSD.” Options include: Opaque & Steady, Transparent & Steady, Transparent & Flashing, Opaque & Flashing, 3. Select the “Position button next to the OSD setup. A display window will show the position of the Time/Date display.
Page 83: Daylight Saving Time Setup
• DD-MM-YYYY day in week hh:mm:ss • DD-MM-YYYY hh:mm:ss • YYYY-MM-DD day in week hh:mm:ss • YYYY-MM-DD hh:mm:ss YYYY=year, MM=month, DD=day, hh=hours, mm=minutes and ss=seconds. 6. Press [ENTER] to save and return to the “Image” menu or press [ESC] to abort. 6.4.1 Daylight Saving Time Setup In the “Display”...
Page 84: Image Setup
6.5 Image Setup 6.5.1 Camera Name Setup Camera Name: You can modify camera names in the “Camera Input Adjustment” Menu. Note: Camera names can’t be copied to other cameras. 1. From the “Main Menu,” select the “Image” menu. 2. Select a camera to configure. 3.
Page 85: Video Parameter Setup
name position. You can copy the position to any other camera. The setup steps are: 2. Enable the check box on the right side of camera name, then move the “Active Window” to the “Position” button and press [ENTER] to enter the camera name position setup interface.
Page 86 4. Repeat the steps above to adjust any other cameras. 5. Press “Confirm” to save the settings, or “Cancel” or [ESC] to abort.
Page 87: Mask Area Setup (Privacy Mask)
6.6 Mask Area Setup (Privacy Mask) Some cameras may be installed in a sensitive area where it would be advantageous to mask a portion of the image to prevent viewing and recording. A Privacy Mask can be applied to any camera.
Page 88 • Once you have the area(s) defined, press [EDIT] to accept, or [ESC] to cancel. Saving the masked area: • In “Camera Input Adjustment” menu, press the “Confirm” button to save the mask area, or press “Cancel” to abort. • You can repeat steps listed above to setup mask areas for other cameras.
Page 89: View Tampering Alarm
6.7 View Tampering Alarm With this function enabled, an alarm will be produced when the camera view is blocked. 1. Enter the “Camera Input Adjustment” menu. 2. Select a camera: Use [] [] keys to select a camera. 3. Reach the list dialog box next to “View Tampering”. Sensitivity Selection: Use the [] [] keys to select the sensitivity level.
Page 90 7. Alarm schedule setup: When there is a view tampering alarm present, the DVR will handle the alarm based on the schedule selected. You can set 4 periods for each day of the week. You can copy the schedule of one day to other days. Note: Time periods may not overlap.
Page 91: Video Loss Alarm
6.8 Video Loss Alarm This feature provides an alarm when camera input video is lost. 1. Enter the “Camera Input Adjustment” menu: 2. Select camera: Use [] [] keys to select a camera. 3. Select the “Handle” option next to “Signal Loss.” 4.
Page 92: Motion Detection Alarm
5. Setup alarm policy: You can select one or more response: “On Screen Warning”, “Audible tone”, “Upload to Center” and “Trigger Alarm Output”. Use the [] [] and [EDIT] key to enable or disable items. “×” is disable and “” is enable. 6.
Page 93 alarm. A high sensitivity setting (like 5) will respond to smaller motions within images. The default sensitivity is 2. You may have to test different sensitivity levels in order to find the appropriate settings for some cameras. 4. Motion area setup: You must define motion areas so that DVR will response when there is motion in those areas.
Page 94 • [↑] [↓] [←] [→]: Move yellow pane to any position. • [EDIT]: Yellow - panel (position) changes to red (adjust panel size). • [→]: Right enlarge red pane; • [←]: Left shrink red pane; • [↓]: Down enlarge red pane; •...
Page 95 Note: To enable the linked recording function the affected channels must be enabled in the “Recording” menu. The schedule must be in an enabled time period (if selected) and the “Rec Type” must be set to either “Motion Detection, or Motion/Alarm. 3.
Page 96: Live View Setup
6.10 Live View Setup The “Preview” menu provides access to live view parameters. In “Preview” (live) menu, you can setup live mode, screen sequence time, enable or disable audio and live view screen formats. Please refer to section 5.2 for details.
Page 97: Recording Setup
6.11 Recording Setup Select “Recording” from the main menu. Recording Menu Functions: • If HD Full: There are two options: “Overwrite” and “Stop recording”. If you select the “Overwrite” option, when all HDDs in DVR are full, the DVR will overwrite the earliest recorded files and continue recording.
Page 98 Note: If you change this option, the DVR must reboot before the changes take effect. • Resolution: Higher resolution provides a clearer image. The resolution options from low to high are: QCIF, CIF, 2CIF, DCIF, 4CIF. Note: Different DVR may support the different resolution level, some supports up to 4CIF and some may only support up to CIF.
Page 99 may be less than 30 Seconds. • PostRecord Time: This sets the length of time the DVR will continue to record in alarm record mode after the alarm clears. When external alarm or motion alarm ends the DVR will continue recording for a selected period of time. The options are: 5 Seconds (default), 10 Seconds, 30 Seconds, 1 Minute, 2 Minutes, 5 Minutes and 10 Minutes.
Page 100 Move the “Active Window” to the “All Day” selection box and press [ENTER] or [EDIT] to enable the “All Day” option. “×” means disable and “” means enable. 4. Select the Record type: The “Rec Type” options are: All Time, Motion Detect, Alarm, Motion | Alarm, and Motion&Alarm.
Page 101 record type options are: All Time, Motion Detect, Alarm, Motion & Alarm and Motion | Alarm. Note: The time periods may not overlap. 5. Copy to other days: You can repeat steps two and three to setup other days. You can copy the current day to other days.
Page 102: Alarm I/O Setup
6.12 Alarm I/O Setup Configuring Input Alarms: 1. In main menu select “Alarms” to enter the alarm setup menu. 2. Select an alarm input using the [↑] [↓] keys. 3. Alarm type: This is sensor type used. You can select “Normal Open” or “Normal Closed”...
Page 103 5. Alarm trigger record channel setup: You can select channels to record for each alarm input. In the sub menu, you can use [ENTER] or [EDIT] to enable the record channel. “×” means disable and “ means enable. Note: In order to trigger the channel to record, the channel must be enabled in the “Recording” menu.
Page 104 1. Select the “PTZ Linkage” button to access the “PTZ Linkage” setup menu: 2. Select a camera and then select one of following PTZ linkage options: • Preset: Set the flag as “” to enable preset and enter the preset number in the presser selection box.
Page 105: Network Setup
the alarm clears. The post alarm option times are: 5 Seconds, 10 Seconds, 30 Seconds, 1 Minute, 2 Minutes, 5 Minutes, 10 Minutes and Manual Stop. If you select the “Manual’ option, the alarm output will not stop until you select the “Clear Alarm” button in “Utilities”...
Page 106: Network Settings
will take effect. In main menu select the Network option to access network setup. 6.13.1 Network Settings • NIC Type: Default is “10M/100M Auto.” Other options are: 10M Half-Dup, 10M Full-Dup, 100M Half-Dup and 100M Full-Dup. • IP address: The IP address must not be conflict with other IP addresses on the network. If there is DHCP server in the network, you can set the IP as “0.0.0.0”, save and reboot DVR.
Page 107 NTP is used for synchronizing time with time server, time server is provided by NTP service provider, time.windows.com is a famous time server provided by Microsoft. NTP Host:NTP server name. DDNS: Currently supports two protocols provided by DDNS service supplier. www.dyndns.com and www.peanuthull.com.
Page 108: Dhcp Function
multicast functions for security reasons. • Remote Host IP and Port: If you enable this IP and port the “Upload to Center” option on exception alarm will notify the Upload Center. You can use the SDK to develop this center software function. •...
Page 109: Pppoe Function
2. Set the IP Address as “0.0.0.0.” 3. Select “Confirm” to save. 4. Reboot the DVR. During reboot, the DVR will look for a DHCP server and obtain a dynamic IP address. The IP number assigned will display in the menu. 6.13.3 PPPoE Function Enter the DVR “Network”...
Page 110: Ip Server Solution For Dhcp
6.13.4 IP Server Solution for DHCP If DVR uses the PPPoE function, and gets one dynamic Internet IP address. If you set IP server with one fixed Internet IP in DVR Network advanced settings, DVR will send some information such as DVR name, DVR serial number, DVR current IP to that fixed IP address. We call that fixed Internet IP as IP server.
Page 111: Ptz Setup
6.14 PTZ Setup There is one RS-485 port on the DVR rear panel used for PTZ control. 6.14.1 PTZ Connection Connect DVR/DVS RS-485 port Pin “T+” with PTZ Pin “A”. Connect DVR/DVS RS-485 port Pin “T-” with PTZ Pin “B” If DVR/DVS RS-485 port is an RJ45 interface, please refer to DVR/DVS user manual for the RS-485 pin definition.
Page 112 PTZ menu Options: • Select channel: Select a PTZ camera. • RS-485 parameters: Including baud rate, data bit, stop bit, parity, flow control, etc. These parameters must be the same as those required by the PTZ protocol. • PTZ address: Each PTZ has a different address. •...
Page 113: Ptz Control
6.14.3 PTZ Control In “Preview” (Live view) mode, press the [PTZ] key to enter the PTZ control mode. The above screen is in camera 01 PTZ control mode. Press the [UP] [DOWN] [LEFT [RIGHT] keys to manually position the dome. 6.14.4 Preset Setup The Preset function allows the dome to return to a predetermined position (pan, tilt, zoom, iris and focus).
Page 114 Add a preset number: 1. Enter the preset number (from 1-128) in the edit box. Then select “Adjust” to enter the PTZ control interface. In PTZ control interface, you can use direction keys to adjust PTZ position, and use [IRIS+] [IRIS-] [FOCUS+] [FOCUS-] [ZOOM+] [ZOOM-] keys to adjust iris, focus and zoom.
Page 115: Sequence Setup
6.14.5 Sequence Setup Each sequence is made up of several preset positions. Each preset point includes a preset number, dwell time and dwell speed. Please make sure the PTZ you are using can support the sequence function before you start the setup. You can save 16 sequences. 1.
Page 116: Cruise (Pattern) Setup
6.14.6 Cruise (Pattern) Setup: Cruise (often referred to as pattern) “remembers” a pre-selected series of camera movements. This series of dome movements will take place when the Cruise/pattern number is selected. 1. In “PTZ” menu, select the “Setup” button to the right of “Cruise.” This will activate the Cruise setup menu.
Page 117: Rs232 Setup
6.15 RS232 Setup There is one RS-232 port at DVR rear panel. 1. In main menu, move select “RS232” to enter DVR “RS232” setup menu. RS232 menu parameters: • RS-232 parameters: Including baud rate, data bit, stop bit, parity, flow control, etc. •...
Page 118 Setup PPP parameter PPP Options: • PPP Mode: There are two options: “Active” and ”Passive”. “Active” means the DVR will dialup through PSTN. The “Active” function is not available yet. “Passive” means DVR will wait for dialup. • Callback mode: Only used in “PPP” mode. There are two options: “By Dialer” and “Preset Tel’.
Page 119 • Username, password and Verify password: Only used in “PPP” mode. Used for login when a remote PC dialup connection is made through PSTN. • Phone: Only used in “PPP” mode. This is the phone number of the remote PC. •...
Page 120 Setup at PC end • Setup the Modem used on PC side. Use a DCE cable to connect the Modem to the PC serial port. You can use HyperTerminal or NetTerm to setup the modem: AT&F ---- Restore default parameters (Generally, Modem is hard flow control) AT&W&W1 ---- Save parameters •...
Page 121 Establish the dialup connection: Select the Modem to be connected to the PC (similar to the dialup network connection). Input the telephone number connected to the DVR modem. Input the username and password. They must be the same as the DVR PPP setup. During the dialup connection, a message displays: “verification of username and password.”...
Page 122: Exceptions Setup
You can preview the image of 192.1.0.2 by using the client PC. 6.16 Exceptions Setup Exceptions that can be handled at present include: Hard disk full, hard disk error, illegal access, IP address conflict, network failure, NTSC/PAL difference and Video exception. Enter the DVR “Exceptions”...
Page 123 Exceptions Options: • Audible Warning: DVR beep warning. • Upload to Center: Send exception information to center host PC. • Trigger Alarm Output: trigger local relay output. • Send Email. • You can select more than one handle methods. • After you finish setup, press “Confirm”...
Page 124: Chapter7 Utilities
Chapter7 Utilities The “Utilities” Menu includes several special options: Enter the “Utilities” menu from the main menu: Utilities Options: • SavePara: Save the current parameters as default parameter. • Default Parameters: Reset to Factory Defaults. • Upgrade: Upgrade the DVR firmware (from USB, CD or FTP). •...
Page 125: Restore Parameters
7.1 Restore Parameters Restore factory default settings: (The IP address, gateway and port number will not be restored). DVR IP address and sub net in “Network” menu will not be restored. 7.2 Hard Disk Management Hard Disk Management Options: • Check Drive Status: Capacity, Free space, Standby/Normal status.
Page 126: Clear Alarm Out
the DVR will not function properly. 7.3 Clear Alarm Out • Clear an alarm in progress. This is the only way to stop an alarm when there is no alarm time designated. Select “Stop.” 7.4 Reboot • Reboot the DVR. 7.5 Power Off •...
Page 127 By Type To view the log information of a particular type: (Major and Minor) • Major types include: Operation, Alarm, Exception and All. • For each major type there are associated minor types including: Power On, Shut Down, Abnormal Shut, Panel Login, Panel Logout, Panel Config., Panel File Play, Panel Time Play, Local Start Record, Local Stop Record, Panel PTZ, Panel Preview, Panel Set Time, Local Upgrade, Net Login, Net Logout, Net Start Record, Net Stop Record, Net Start Transparent Channel, Net Stop Transparent Channel, Net Get Parameter, Net Config, Net...
Page 128 following options: All, External Alarm In, External Alarm Out, Motion Detect Start, Motion Detect Stop, View Tamper Start, and View Tamper Stop. 3. Move “Active Window” to the “Search Log” button and press [ENTER] to start searching. 4. When finished searching, the DVR will list all matched alarm information in the list box. The information includes: Index, Occur Time, Major Type, Minor Type, Panel User, Net User, Host Address, Para.
Page 129: System Information
7.7 System Information Press “System Info” icon in “Utilities” menu, you can get DVR system information, including Unit Name, Device Model, Serial Number, Firmware Version, and Encode Version.
Page 130: Chapter8 Firmware Upgrade
Chapter8 Firmware Upgrade 8.1 Upgrade from USB Flash 1. In the “Utilities” menu select the “Upgrade” button. 2. In the popup dialog box select the USB button. Note: Make sure that the update firmware file is placed in the USB FLASH root directory, and that the USB FLASH is formatted as FAT32 file system.
Page 131: Upgrade From Ftp Server
8.3 Upgrade from FTP Server 8.3.1 FTP Server Setup You can download the upgrade firmware from an FTP server through the internet. Here we use wftpd32.exe as the example: Run wftpd32.exe (FTP server software). Select “Logging” in the menu. Choose Log Options in the sub menu, selecting as indicated below.
Page 132 4. Create new user: Click “new user.” The New User dialog displays. Input user name “target” and select “OK”. In the password dialog, input password “target” in “New Password” and “Verify Password” edit box. Click “OK” to save and exit the dialog box. 6.
Page 133: Use Dvr Ftp Upgrade Function
8.3.2 Use DVR FTP Upgrade Function Upgrading using FTP: You need the host PC running FTP server software with access to the upgrade firmware file (digicap). Make sure DVR and PC are in the same sub net. 1. In the “Utilities” Menu select “Upgrade.” 2.
Page 134 • The parameters are: Baud rate: 115200bps, Data bit: 8 bits, Stop bit: 1 bit, Parity: No, Flow ctrl: None. • After connection is established successfully, press [Enter] on your PC keyboard, [→] will show on the hyper terminal interface.
Page 135 • Type “rebootDev” then press [Enter] on PC keyboard to reboot DVR. • Press "ctrl" + "u" keys of the PC keyboard immediately when rebooting, do not release them. • The following sentence is appeared: Please input [u/U] or [ESC] key Release "ctrl" and "u"...
Page 136: Use Client Software To Upgrade
8.4 Use Client Software to Upgrade You can use the Client Software to upgrade the DVR firmware. Refer to Client Software user manual for instructions for configuring the connection between the DVR and Client Software. Enter “Setup” → right click device name→ “remote configuration” → “Update Remotely” Press Browse to import the path of firmware “digicap”, click “Upgrade”...
Page 137: Appendix A Mouse Control Function
Screen” “Next Preview” “PTZ Control” “Play” “Manual Record”, “Close Status” and “Switch Vout”. 2. PTZ interface Double-click the left key Move to the center of the screen (For SAE\HIKVISION protocol) Drag the left key Select an area to zoom in (For SAE\HIKVISION protocol) Scroll wheel forward...
Page 138 Select an area for zooming in single playback interface Moving The primary grid will be following with the cursor 5. Test input interface Click the left key 1. Pop up soft keyboard 2. Input text 3. Save and exit Click the right key Cancel the text and exit the edition Scroll wheel forward or backward Cursor goes to the previous or next character...
Page 139: Appendix Bhdd Capacity Calculation
Appendix B HDD Capacity Calculation Calculate total capacity needed by each DVR according to video recording (video recording type and video file storage time). According to Formula (1) to calculate storage capacity that is the capacity of each channel needed for every hour, unit Mbyte. ÷...
Page 140: Appendix Cdvr Connector Definition
Appendix C DVR Connector Definition RS485 Connector Materials and tools required to make the cable: • CAT5 cable (8 pins). • Standard RJ45 connector. • Crimping tool for RJ45 connectors. Pin Definition: Pin definition for Standard RS-485 serial port RJ45 plug-in Note: The configuration of the other end of the cable depends on the product it is being connected...
Page 141 UTP Network Connection Materials and Tools Required: • CAT5 cable: The length depends on the installation, no to exceed Network guidelines (100m). • Two standard RJ45 connectors. • Crimping tool for RJ45 connectors. Suggestion: have a network cable test tool to test each cable made. Pin Definition: There are two cable configurations typically used for CAT5 network cables (patch cable and cross-over cable).
Page 142 Cross-over cable: Use the following method to make a network cable when the DVR is connected directly to the client-end PC. End to end relationship of a cross-over cable...
Page 143: Rs232 Connection
RS232 Connection Materials and Tools Required: • CAT5 cable (4 twisted pairs). • Standard RJ45 plug connector. One or more DB25 or DB9 plug-in. • An RJ45 crimp tool. • Soldering iron and solder. Pin Definition: Configure the RJ45 according to the following pin definition (I means DVR input, O means DVR output).
Page 144 Connection for RJ45 and DB25 (DTE) 2. The serial port of the DVR is connected with a DTE device with DB9 connector: Connection for RJ45 and DB9:...
Page 145 3. 25-pin to 9-pin converter internal connection is defined as follows: Connection for DB25 and DB9: 4. The serial port of the DVR is connected with a DCE device (like a MODEM); one end of the cable is an 8-pin RJ45 plug. The other end is DB25 pin connector. Connection for RJ45 and DB25 (DCE)
Page 146: Appendix D Specifications
Appendix D Specifications Model DS-8004HCI-S DS-8008HCI-S DS-8016HCI-S Video H.264 compression Preview 4CIF (PAL: 704*576, NTSC: 704*480) resolution Playback QCIF/CIF/2CIF/DCIF/4CIF resolution Synchronous 2-ch 1-ch playback Video input Video input BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) interface Main video 1 channel, BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) output Aux video output 1 channel, BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω)
Page 147 Each HDD can max support HDD can max support 2000GB 2000GB 1 USB interface, can support USB disk, USB HDD, USB DVD-R/W and USB interface CD-R/W 1 VGA interface, support resolution: 800*600/60Hz, 1024*768/60Hz, VGA interface 1280×1024/60Hz External alarm in Relay output Power supply 100~240VAC, 6.3A, 50~60Hz Power...
Page 148 OggVorbis, 16Kbps Audio compression 1 channel, BNC (2.0Vp-p, 1KΩ) Voice talk Communication 1 RJ45 10M/100M Adaptive Ethernet Interface interface 1 RJ45 RS232 Port RS-485 Port 1 Port (T+, T-, R+, R-) Keyboard interface 1 Port (D+, D-) 8 SATA interfaces, max support 8 SATA HDDs, or 4 SATA HDDs with 1 SATA SATA interface DVD-R/W.
Page 149 Support dual stream Bit rate 32Kbps~2Mbps, or user-defined (Max. 8Mbps) Audio input Audio input BNC (2.0Vp-p, 1kΩ) interface Main audio 1 channel, BNC (Linear Electrical Level, 600Ω) output 1 channel, BNC (Linear Electrical Level, 600Ω) Aux audio output Audio OggVorbis, 16Kbps compression 1 channel, BNC (2.0Vp-p, 1KΩ) Voice talk...
Page 150 Playback resolution 4CIF/DCIF/2CIF/CIF/QCIF 2CIF/CIF/QCIF (PAL/NTSC) Video input Video input BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) interface Video loop output 1 channel, BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Video output 4CIF: 8fps Frame rate (per DCIF: 8fps 2CIF: 8fps channel) 2CIF: 15fps CIF: 25(P)/30(N) fps CIF: 25(P)/30(N) fps Video Stream type Bit rate...
Page 151 Video input Video input BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) interface 1 channel, BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Main video output 1 channel, BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Aux video output Frame rate (per 4CIF: 15fps DCIF: 25(P)/30(N) fps channel) Stream type Video/Video&Audio Support dual stream Bit rate 32Kbps~2Mbps, user-defined (Max.
Page 152 Model DS-8002AHI-S DS-8002AHLI-S Video compression H.264 4CIF (PAL: 704*576, NTSC: 704*480) Preview resolution Playback resolution CIF/QCIF LCD screen 5” Synchronous playback 2-ch 3 Channels BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Video input 1 Channel BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Video output 1 Channel RCA (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Frame rate (per...
Page 153 Synchronous Playback 2-ch 4 Channels BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Video input 1 Channel BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Video output 1 Channel RCA (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Frame rate (per CIF: 25(P)/30(N) fps channel) Stream type Video/Video&Audio Support dual stream 32Kbps~2Mbps, or user-defined (Max. 8Mbps) Bit rate 4 Channels BNC (2.0Vp-p, 1kΩ) Audio input...
Page 154 Bit rate 32Kbps~2Mbps, or user-defined(Max. 8Mbps) 4 Channels BNC (2.0Vp-p, 1kΩ) Audio input 1 Channel BNC (linear electrical level, 600Ω) Audio output 1 Channel RCA (linear electrical level, 600Ω) Audio compression OggVorbis, 16Kbps 1 BNC (2.0Vp-p, 1kΩ) Voice interface 1 RJ45 10M/100M adaptive Ethernet interface 1 RJ45 RS-232 port Communication interface...
Page 155: Appendix E Quick Search
Appendix E Quick Search Type Name Description Index User Create and delete users. System has one default management administrator. The administrator can create 15 users Safety and define their rights. function Password Modify password. Management Format HDD, HDD information. management Recording Manual record, All time record, Motion detection 6.11...
Page 156 Remote Remote record real time stream. record Remote Remote playback the recorded files in DVR playback Download Download recorded files in DVR. Remote Remote upgrade firmware. upgrade Using IE to access DVR PSTN Access DVR through PSTN. 6.15.3 OSD setup 6.4, 6.5 LOGO Logo setup...
Page 157: Appendix F Troubleshooting
Appendix F Troubleshooting Failure Possible reasons After plugging in power, turning on the power switch, Power cable is broken. “POWER” light in front Panel does not turn on, and fan Power supply is broken. does not work. After plugging in power, turning on the power switch, Front panel cable is broken.
Page 158 Notes: Place the DVR in well ventilated space and ensure that there is no restriction to air flow around the unit. Do not place two units closely side by side as this will block the access holes on the sides of the units.
Page 159: Appendix G Product Service
Appendix G Product Service Thank you for choosing our products. Products that are found to be defective within the first 12 months will be repaired free of charge to the original purchaser. Products that are found to be defective within the first 30 days are eligible for a free of charge exchange service.
Page 160: Appendix H Customer Information Card
Appendix H Customer Information Card Contact Name Company Name Address Phone Number E-mail Model Number of Product Serial Number of Product Purchase Date Distributor/Dealer...
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HIKVISION DS-8004HCI-S User Manual

Chapter1 Product Introduction

Chapter2 Installation

Chapter3 Operational Instructions

Chapter4 Basic Operation Guide

Chapter5 Main And Spot Output

Chapter6 Advanced Operation Guide

Chapter7 Utilities

Chapter8 Firmware Upgrade

Appendix A Mouse Control Function

Appendix Bhdd Capacity Calculation

Appendix Cdvr Connector Definition

Appendix D Specifications

Appendix E Quick Search

Appendix F Troubleshooting

Appendix G Product Service

Appendix H Customer Information Card

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