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ECO H.264 DVR
User's Manual
Version 1.3
00P3L1084ZSEA3

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  • Page 1 ECO H.264 DVR User’s Manual Version 1.3 00P3L1084ZSEA3...
  • Page 2 DVR User’s Manual...
  • Page 3 DVR User’s Manual Caution and Preventive Tips • Handle with care, do not drop the unit • Mount the unit in an equipment rack or place it on a solid, stable surface • Indoor use only, do not place the unit in a humid, dusty, oily, or smoky site •...
  • Page 4: Important Information

    DVR User’s Manual Important Information Before proceeding, please read and observe all instructions and warnings in this manual. Retain this manual with the original bill of sale for future reference and, if necessary, warranty service. When unpacking your unit, check for missing or damaged items. If any item is missing, or if damage is evident, DO NOT INSTALL OR OPERATE THIS PRODUCT.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    DVR User’s Manual Table of Content Overview..........................6     System Setup........................7     Position the DVR ....................7     Select Video Format ....................7     Connect Devices to the DVR.................8     Rear Panel Connections..................8     General System Setup ....................10  ...
  • Page 6 DVR User’s Manual Video Export ......................27     4.4.1 ezBurn Introduction................27     4.4.2 Export Normal Video................27     4.4.3 Export Event Video ................28     Dome Control.......................29     4.5.1 Dome Connection ..................29     4.5.2 Dome Protocol Setup................29  ...
  • Page 7: Overview

    Web-browser plug-in allowing users to view live or recorded video images, and enables remote configuration. The remote software is stored in ECO H.264 DVR and deployed over a LAN, WAN or Internet connection to remote Windows-based computers. This simplifies the installation and maintenance of the software components so all remote users are using the same software coming from the unit.
  • Page 8: System Setup

    DVR User’s Manual System Setup The notices and introduction on system installation will be described particularly in this chapter. Please follow the description to operate the unit. In order to prevent the unit from data loss and system damage that caused by a sudden power fluctuation, use of an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is highly recommended Position the DVR...
  • Page 9: Connect Devices To The Dvr

    DVR User’s Manual Connect Devices to the DVR This section lists some important notices that should be read before making any connection to the DVR. Connecting Required Devices Before power up the unit, cameras and a monitor should be connected to the unit for basic operation.
  • Page 10 DVR User’s Manual Alarm I/O & RS485 A D-Sub connector is provided to offer users the flexibility to connect the DVR to Alarm I/O and RS-485 devices. Refer to Setup Guide for detailed pin definitions. LAN Connector (RJ-45) The DVR is capable of networking. Once the unit is connected to the LAN network, users can remotely access the unit through the remote software on a PC.
  • Page 11: General System Setup

    DVR User’s Manual General System Setup Before operating the DVR, some general configuration should be setup first. The following subsections will introduce function keys on the front panel and general configuration of the DVR. The regular displayed OSD information and its displayed positions are shown as following figure.
  • Page 12: Function Keys

    DVR User’s Manual 3.1.2 Function Keys This section describes the functional keys, which are for normal operation, on the front panel of the DVR. Please refer to the Setup Guide for the graphical illustration of functional keys. CHANNEL In both Live and Playback modes, press the CHANNEL key to view the corresponding video in full-screen.
  • Page 13 DVR User’s Manual PLAY/STOP Press this key to switch between live image and playback video. NOTE: According to record setting, part of the latest video cannot be played back because the video is still saved in the buffer. FREEZE • Press FREEZE while viewing live image, the live video will be frozen. The date / time information shown on the monitor will continue updating.
  • Page 14: Power Up / Shutdown The Dvr

    DVR User’s Manual Power Up / Shutdown the DVR If the DVR must be shut down for any reason, please use the proper shut down and power up procedures to avoid damaging the DVR. To Power Up the Unit Simply plug in the power adapter that came with the package and the DVR will start to boot.
  • Page 15: Enter Osd Setup Menu

    DVR User’s Manual Enter OSD Setup Menu The configuration of the DVR can be customized by entering the intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI) OSD setup menu. Collaborating with a USB mouse, setting up the DVR can be easy as operating on a PC. Press MENU and enter Administrator or User password to enter the OSD setup menu.
  • Page 16: Set Date / Time

    DVR User’s Manual 3.4.1 Set Date / Time Set Date / Time Select <Date> / <Time> and press ENTER for adjusting the settings. LEFT / RIGHT keys are used to move the cursor to previous or next field, ENTER is for selecting, and UP / DOWN are used to change the value in the selected field.
  • Page 17: Daylight Saving Time

    DVR User’s Manual 3.4.2 Daylight Saving Time Daylight Saving Time The item is for those people who live in certain regions to observe Daylight Saving Time. Select <ON> to enable, or <OFF> to disable the function. If the function is disabled, the DST Start / End time and DST Bias will be grayed out and cannot be accessed.
  • Page 18: Schedule Setup

    DVR User’s Manual 3.5.1 Schedule Setup The Schedule Setup is used to set the day and night time, or weekend recording schedule. Select <Schedule Setup> from the Record Setup menu and press ENTER; the following menu is displayed. Schedule Setup 1.
  • Page 19: Record Event Video Only

    DVR User’s Manual 3.5.3 Record Event Video Only If the DVR shall start recording only when alarms are triggered, follow the steps below: • Enter the OSD setup menu with correct password. • In the OSD setup menu, select <Record Setup> menu. Move the cursor to the item <Preset Config>, and select <Event only>.
  • Page 20: Ezrecord Setup

    DVR User’s Manual 3.5.5 ezRecord Setup This item aims to ease the complicated record settings, and to make the setup much easier. Note that the item can be reached only when <ezRecord> is selected as the option for <Preset Config>. Select <ezRecord Setup>...
  • Page 21: Circular Recording

    DVR User’s Manual 3.5.6 Circular Recording Users can choose to record video in circular mode or in linear mode. If circular mode is selected, the DVR will stores new video into the HDD spaces while overwrite the oldest recorded video. Alternatively, if linear mode is selected, the DVR will stop recording when the HDD is full and the internal buzzer will start to beep.
  • Page 22: Basic Operation

    DVR User’s Manual Basic Operation The DVR allows users to access some general operations through the front panel easily. The following sections introduce the general operations of the unit. View Live / Playback Video The general functions in live and playback mode are described in the following sections.
  • Page 23: Digital Zoom

    DVR User’s Manual 4.1.2 Digital Zoom Users are able to view a 2× full screen in live mode. To view the 2× full screen, follow the steps. • Press a CHANNEL key to view the corresponding camera in full screen. •...
  • Page 24: Key Usage In Playback

    DVR User’s Manual Key Usage in Playback The key usage is slightly different in playback mode. Following is the key usage found in playback mode. LEFT (Reverse Playback) The key is used to reverse the recorded video while the unit is playing back.
  • Page 25: Sequence

    DVR User’s Manual Sequence This section introduces the way to view sequence mode with both Main Monitor and Call Monitor, if connected. Sequence function can avoid manual backtracking and provides more flexibility while monitoring surveillance. 4.2.1 Sequence with Main Monitor Automatic sequence function can be observed in any view mode.
  • Page 26: Search Recorded Video

    DVR User’s Manual Search Recorded Video The DVR is capable of searching and playing back recorded video by date and time or events. Enter the specific date and time of the wanted video, the DVR will search for matched video and start to playback the video. Alternatively, users can search for event video by channel as well.
  • Page 27: Search By Event

    DVR User’s Manual 4.3.2 Search by Event “Event List” allows users to search wanted video by event. The Event List is displayed as below figure: Event List First Page Date Time Type 2008/03/17 11:26:50 Motion 2008/03/17 09:53:03 Alarm 2008/03/16 16:14:42 Alarm 2008/03/15 03:45:31...
  • Page 28: Video Export

    DVR User’s Manual Video Export The unit allows users to export wanted video to an external device, such as a USB ThumbDrive®, and the exported video will be saved as *.drv file. Make sure the external device is connected to the DVR unit and the port has been set appropriately for video export.
  • Page 29: Export Event Video

    DVR User’s Manual • Press COPY again to mark the ending point of the export video. Then the “ezBurn” window will display as below figure. The information shown on the window is “read only”. ezBurn confirmation Selected Device: External Device All data on the disc will be erased.
  • Page 30: Dome Control

    DVR User’s Manual Dome Control The DVR allows users to control a dome camera by the front panel. In Live mode, users can press CHANNEL key to display the desired dome camera in full screen. To enter Dome Control mode, press the DOME key and press channel key 2 to display the hint screen.
  • Page 31: Rs485 Setup

    DVR User’s Manual 4.5.3 RS485 Setup The DVR controls the domes via RS-485 communication protocol. The RS-485 parameters in the DVR must be set to the same parameters set in dome camera. Users are allowed to change the RS-485 settings of the DVR. Select <System Setup>...
  • Page 32 DVR User’s Manual Iris Open Use to open the Iris on the dome camera. Focus Near Use to focus the dome camera near. Zoom In Use to zoom in the dome camera. This function enables users to enlarge a certain area. Use to leave Dome Control mode and return to live and full-screen viewing mode.
  • Page 33: Setting Preset Points

    DVR User’s Manual 4.5.5 Setting Preset Points The DVR allows users to set preset positions. The amount of preset points depends on the dome manufacturer. Follow the steps to set preset points. • Press a Channel key to view the corresponding camera in full screen. •...
  • Page 34: Calling Preset Points

    DVR User’s Manual 4.5.6 Calling Preset Points Follow the steps to call preset points. • Press a Channel key to view the corresponding camera in full screen. • Then press DOME to enter Dome Control mode. Then a Hint Screen, shown as blow figure, will display on the screen.
  • Page 35: Remote Monitoring Software

    DVR User’s Manual Remote Monitoring Software The remote monitoring software is a remote browser-based software application designed to operate with the DVR products. Using the software, users are allowed to view live and recorded video, and configure the DVRs remotely via a LAN, WAN or Internet on a personal computer. The connected PC will automatically download the remote monitoring software plug-ins from the DVR when the DVR is connected by entering its IP address in the address bar on the browser.
  • Page 36: Installation Of Software

    DVR User’s Manual Installation of Software Refer to the following description to install the remote monitoring software. 5.2.1 Change Internet Settings The PC operating with the remote monitoring software should be set to accept ActiveX plug-ins. Please follow the steps to set the Internet security settings appropriately.
  • Page 37 DVR User’s Manual • Uncheck “Require server verification (https:) for all sites in this zone”. Type the IP address of the unit in field and click <Add> to add this web site to the zone. • Click <OK> to confirm the setting and close Trusted sites dialog. •...
  • Page 38: Install The Remote Monitoring Software

    DVR User’s Manual 5.2.2 Install the Remote Monitoring Software Start the browser to initiate the installation of the remote monitoring software on the PC. The IP address of the DVR can be saved as a Favorites item in the web browser to enable easy access in the future. •...
  • Page 39: Login / Logout

    DVR User’s Manual 5.2.2.1 Login / Logout Login using either <Admin> or <User> account. <Admin> account can modify configuration without restraint, while <User> account is limited to general remote access of the unit. One “Admin” and up to two “Users” can access a DVR at the same time. Nevertheless, if the “Admin”...
  • Page 40: Software Upgrades

    DVR User’s Manual 5.2.2.2 Software Upgrades If a new version of the remote monitoring software is available on the DVR, upgrade will be prompted while accessing the unit. Follow the steps to upgrade the software. • The message as the above figure will be prompted. Click <Yes> to accept version upgrade.
  • Page 41: Select Display Mode

    DVR User’s Manual 5.3.1.1 Select Display Mode Choose the number of windows to be displayed on the main window. Click one of the display buttons in MODE section. Available selections are 4, 9 and 16 camera displays. To view certain window in full screen, either double-click on the wanted window, or click on the corresponding CAMERA button.
  • Page 42: Instant Recording

    DVR User’s Manual Focus +/− Use to adjust the camera lens to focus on objects for a clear view. Click on <Focus +> to focus near or <Focus −> to focus far. Iris +/− This item is used to open and close the iris to let more or less light into the camera.
  • Page 43: Playback Video

    DVR User’s Manual 5.3.3 Playback Video The remote monitoring software allows users to view recorded video either from the DVR, or from the hard disk drive of the PC To access the Playback screen, click <Play> button on the main window toolbar.
  • Page 44: Playback Local *.Drv Files

    DVR User’s Manual • The other option <Download (.DRV)> in <Select> field enables users to download the video segment of selected date and time to the PC. The selection of time duration is the same as described above. Files downloaded will be in *.drv format. 5.3.3.2 Playback Local *.drv Files The <Local Playback>...
  • Page 45: Search From Event List

    DVR User’s Manual 5.3.4 Search from Event List Click SEARCH, the Event List appears. The List contains information about the alarm events that the unit recorded and saved. Up to 1024 events can be listed in the Event List. The Event List displays each event by its number, the date and time of the event, the type of the event (including Alarm In, Motion Detection, Video Loss, and Over Speed), and the camera channel where the event occurred.
  • Page 46: Remote Monitoring Software Trouble Shooting Guide

    DVR User’s Manual Temperature This information item is currently not available. 5.3.7 Remote Monitoring Software Trouble Shooting Guide What happened if the server requests to upgrade the software every time the DVR is connected? If the following screen displays repeatedly, please follow the steps to delete the temporary internet files.
  • Page 47: Appendix A: Technical Specifications

    DVR User’s Manual Appendix A: Technical Specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Specifications 16CH Video Embedded ( Linux ) Operation System Input BNCx16,1.0Vp-p, 75 ohm BNCx8,1.0Vp-p, 75 ohm BNCx4,1.0Vp-p, 75 ohm Main BNCx1, 1.0Vp-p, 75 ohm Output Call BNCx1, 1.0Vp-p, 75 ohm VGA Output...
  • Page 48: Appendix B: Recommended Hdds

    DVR User’s Manual Appendix B: Recommended HDDs Refer to the following list for some recommended HDDs to be used in the DVR. Brand Model Name Model Number Size Barracuda ES.2 ST3500320NS 500G Barracuda 7200.11 ST3500320AS 500G Seagate Barracuda 7200.11 ST3750330AS 750G Barracuda 7200.11 ST31000340AS...
  • Page 49: Appendix C: Remote Control

    DVR User’s Manual Appendix C: Remote Control The operational function keys on the remote control are listed as below figure:...
  • Page 50 DVR User’s Manual The keys of the remote control function as the keys of the front panel of the DVR. The only difference between the remote control and the front panel keys is the “DVR SEL” key. The DVR Selection key is used to switch control between each DVR. The remote control can be used to control up to 16 DVRs.
  • Page 51: Appendix D: Setting Up A Dvr Behind A Router

    DVR User’s Manual Appendix D: Setting up a DVR behind a Router This appendix describes how to set up a router if the DVR connects to the internet via a router. To properly operate a web server, e.g. a DVR, users have to set up both the IP and port of the DVR, which are essential for data and command transmission.
  • Page 52 DVR User’s Manual Following is an example of how the router should be set. Router DVR 1 DVR 2 (D-Link DI-724P+) IP: 192.168.0.100 IP: 192.168.0.167 IP: 192.168.0.200 WAN IP: 218.160.54.13 Trigger port: 80 Trigger port: 81 LAN IP: 192.168.0.1 • To change the setting of the router, a PC with web browser is required. •...
  • Page 53 DVR User’s Manual A. Select <Enabled> to set up the service. B. Enter the name of the setting in the Name field: DVR 1. C. Enter Private IP: 167 D. Choose <TCP> as the Protocol Type. E. Enter Private Port: 80. F.

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