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  • Page 1 16-Ch Hybrid Digital Video Recorder HDVR-1600 User’s manual Version 1.0.0 - 1 -...
  • Page 2 PLANET has made every effort to ensure that this User’s Manual is accurate; PLANET disclaims liability for any inaccuracies or omissions that may have occurred.
  • Page 3 Revision User’s Manual for PLANET VoIP Analog Telephone Adapter: Model: DVR Rev: 1.0.0 (2009, May) Part No. EM-HDVR-1600 - 3 -...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1 ........................... 7 Introduction ..........................7 Overview............................... 7 Package Content ............................8 Physical Details ............................8 Front Panel ............................8 Rear Panel ............................9 Chapter 2 Syetem Setup......................11 Physical Installation Requirement......................11 2.1 Position the Unit..........................11 2.2 Select Video Format..........................
  • Page 5 3.6.8 Circular Recording ......................29 3.6.9 Audio Recording ......................29 3.6.10 Purge Data ........................29 3.7 POS and Text Setup .......................... 30 3.7.1 Text Function........................30 3.7.2 Text Overlay........................30 3.7.3 Exception Text Setup....................... 31 3.7.4 Input Setup ........................32 Chapter 4 Basic Operation ....................
  • Page 6 5.3 Basic Operation for Monitoring Remotely ..................55 5.3.1 View Live Video......................55 5.3.2 Instant Recording ......................56 5.3.3 Playback Video........................ 57 5.3.4 Verify Digital Signature....................59 5.3.5 Search from Event List....................59 5.3.6 Take a Snapshot....................... 59 5.3.7 Remote Monitoring Software Trouble Shooting Guide........... 59 Appendix A: Recommended HDDs ......................

  • Page 7: Chapter 1

    DVR to prevent the system hangs when the system is detected unstable. The HDVR-1600 has supports the total recording frame rates to 60 fps (NTSC) at H.264 @ D1 format, and the user could install the extension card to expand it up to 240 (HDVR-15) / 480 (HDVR-30) fps at H.264 @ D1 format.

  • Page 8: Package Content

    SATA cable x 2 Remote Controller Mounting Kit Physical Details Front Panel Front Panel of HDVR-1600 Item Description The USB 2.0 port allows users to connect an external USB device to USB 2.0 Port the unit, such as a USB ThumbDrive© or a USB mouse.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    Press this key to search recorded video by date/time or event. MENU Press this key to enter the OSD setup menu. Rear Panel Rear Panel of HDVR-1600 Item Description A RCA connector is provided to output audio associated with the main...
  • Page 10 A group of BNC connectors is offered for video input streams from Video In (BNC) installed cameras. The number of connectors equals to the number of channels. The same amount of BNC connectors underneath Video IN (BNC) is Video Out (BNC) offered for looping out the video input.

  • Page 11: Chapter 2 Syetem Setup

    Chapter 2 Syetem Setup Physical Installation Requirement 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.

  • Page 12: Rear Panel Connectors

    2.4 Rear Panel Connectors There are various connectors on the rear panel for the DVR installations. The connectors are described as the followings. Main Monitor (S-Video / BNC) Both S-Video and BNC output connectors are offered for connection to a main monitor.
  • Page 13 Video Input A group of BNC connectors is offered for video input streams from installed cameras. The number of connectors is equal to the number of channels. Video Out Plenty of BNC connectors are positioned on the rear panel for looping out the video input. RS-232C The unit provides a RS-232C communication port for sending and receiving signals.
  • Page 14 Audio Out (Optional) The DVR provides two types of connectors for connection to audio output devices, such as amplified speakers. One is a RCA connector to output audio associated with the main monitor. The other is an optional terminal block providing connections with all ins on channels for the purpose of two-way audio talk function.

  • Page 15: Chapter 3 General System Setup

    Chapter 3 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. Title of the channel will be displayed on the top-left corner of the window, either in full screen mode or in multiple channel mode.

  • Page 16: Functional Keys

    HDD LED The LED lights up while the HDD is processing data to or from the connected HDD. 3.1.2 Functional Keys This section describes the functional keys, which are for normal operation, on the front panel of the DVR. CHANNEL •...
  • Page 17 FREEZE • Press FREEZE while viewing live image, the live video will be frozen. The date / time information shown on the monitor will continue updating, as well as the recording of video. Press FREEZE again to return to live mode. •...

  • Page 18: Enter Osd Setup Menu

    JOG/ SHUTTLE (for specified models) The jog/shuttle knob, shown as the figure on the right, is a combination of a shuttle ring with an embedded jog disk. It provides wide latitude in playback control. Note that the jog/shuttle knob is active only when the DVR is in Playback mode.

  • Page 19: User Management

    Before completely logout, other functions can also be accessed without having to login again. There is two way to logout: manually logout by pressing ESC key at Live mode, or auto logout when keys are not pressed for 5 minutes at Live/ Menu mode. 3.2.1 User Management The DVR provides the option to create up to seven sets of usernames and passwords with...

  • Page 20: Power On / Shutdown The Unit

    3.3 Power On / Shutdown the Unit If the DVR must be shutdown for any reason, please use the proper shutdown and power on procedures to avoid damaging the DVR. To Power On the Unit: Check the type of power source before plug in the power cord to the DVR (the acceptable power input is between AC110V ~ AC240V), and power on the unit using the power switch on the rear panel.

  • Page 21: Set Date / Time

    3.4.1 Set Date / Time Set Date / Time Select <Date>, or <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 22: Network Time Protocol Setup

    NOTE: If this function is enabled, the date/time information will be shown on the screen with a DST icon when playing back recorded video or searching video in the event list. “S” indicates summer time and “W” indicates wintertime. DST Start / End The items are used to program the daylight saving duration.

  • Page 23: Ip Camera Setting

    129.6.15.28 129.6.15.29 132.163.4.101 132.163.4.102 132.163.4.103 128.138.140.44 192.43.244.18 131.107.1.10 69.25.96.13 206.246.118.250 208.184.49.9 64.125.78.85 207.200.81.113 64.236.96.53 68.216.79.113 After the time server is set, select <Manually Time Sync> to sync the time. The time sync can also be updated periodically. Select <Automatically Time Sync>, and the time will be automatically synced once an hour.

  • Page 24: Connection Setup

    Model Access this item to select the model of the connected IP camera. 3.5.2 Connection Setup Enter <Connection Setup> to configure the connection and data transmission setting of the connected IP Camera. The menu will be shown as below. Connection Setup 1.

  • Page 25: Device Setup

    IP Dome Protocol If the connected device is an IP Dome Camera, then select an appropriate IP Dome Protocol from the provided options. 3.5.3 Device Setup Enter <Device Setup> to configure the basic settings of the IP camera. The basic settings include the IP camera’s product name, image quality, image adjustment, etc.

  • Page 26: Schedule Setup

    3. Preset Config Best Quality 4. Per Camera Config 5. ezRecord Setup 6. Data Lifetime 0 Days 7. Pre-Alarm Recording 15 Sec 8. Circular Recording 9. Audio Recording 10. Purge Data 3.6.1 Schedule Setup The Schedule Setup is used to set the day and night time, or weekend recording schedule. Select <Schedule Setup>...

  • Page 27: Per Camera Configuration

    3.6.3 Per Camera Configuration This function is used to set the Day / Night / Weekend PPS (Picture per Second) and Quality for each channel. The Preset Configuration must be set to <OFF> for accessing these schedules. The menu is displayed as below (Record Mode: 720×240@120PPS in NTSC / 720×288@100PPS in PAL).

  • Page 28: Data Lifetime

    ezRecord Setup How Many Days To Record 2 Days Daytime Record Night Record Weekend Record Record Info Average Normal PPS Average Normal Quality Best Follow these steps to Setup ezRecord: • Select <How Many Days To Record> and press ENTER, then press UP/DOWN to choose an option.

  • Page 29: Pre-Alarm Recording

    3.6.7 Pre-Alarm Recording This item is used to set the recording duration of pre-alarm video. The pre-alarm recording function aims to allow the user to view a complete event video. What user can view is not only the video recorded after the alarm is triggered, but also the video recorded few seconds before the alarm is triggered.

  • Page 30: Pos And Text Setup

    Purge All Event Data The item is used to delete all event video from database(s). Using UP / DOWN keys to select <Yes> and start the deletion by setting <Start to Purge> to <Yes>. Purge Event Before The item is used to delete event video before a specific date. Use LEFT / RIGHT keys to move the cursor to next or previous field, ENTER to select the item and UP / DOWN to adjust the value.

  • Page 31: Exception Text Setup

    3.7.3 Exception Text Setup This sub-menu is used to define the conditions that are to be treated as an “Exception” and thus trigger an action (the function will be implemented later). Exception Text Setup Exception No. Trigger Exception String NO SALE By Numerals Value Value (Upper Limit)

  • Page 32: Input Setup

    <Outside the Range>: When the value of a transaction is beyond a certain range, it will be marked as an exception. The range need to be defined in the following sub-setting <Value> and <Value (Upper Limit)>. NOTE: Transactions will be marked as exceptions in text database only when: (1) “Exception Strings”...
  • Page 33 Epson DM-D Series Epson TM-T90 Senor POS Logic Controls LD9000 Epson TM-930 II Logic Controls PD3000 Epson RP-U420 Logic Controls PD6000 IBM SureMark TF6 Logic Controls TD3000 IBM SureMark TM6 Magellan Ithaca iTherm 280 Partnertech CD5220 Ithaca POSJet 1000 Posiflex ICD-2002 POS-X Xr500 Posiflex PD 302 Samsung SRP350...

  • Page 34: Chapter 4 Basic Operation

    Chapter 4 Basic Operation The DVR allows user to access some general operations through the front panel easily. The following sections introduce the general operations of the unit. 4.1 View Live / Playback Video The general functions in live and playback mode are described in the following sections. 4.1.1 Viewing Modes The DVR provides versatile ways of viewing both live and recorded video.

  • Page 35: Digital Zoom

    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 any CHANNEL key to view the corresponding camera in full screen. • Press ENTER to view 2× zoomed screen of the selected camera. •...

  • Page 36: Sequence Setup

    • FREEZE • Press FREEZE to pause the playback video. When the recorded video is paused, press LEFT / RIGHT to resume playback video single step reverse / forward, respectively. Press FREEZE again to continue playing video. • PLAY • Press it to start playing back video, exit current mode, or stop playing back video and return to live mode.

  • Page 37: Search Recorded Video

    Follow the steps to control the call monitor. • Press the CALL key on the front panel to enter call monitor control mode. The message “Call Mode” will be shown on the bottom-left of the screen. Press 1-16 Key To Select Channel Press SEQ To Enable Sequence Call Mode •...

  • Page 38: Search By Event

    • Either press PLAY again or ESC to return to live video. NOTE: If there is no available recorded video that matches the specified time and date, the unit starts playback from the next available video. NOTE: The date/time information will be shown on the screen with a DST icon if the Daylight Saving Time function is enabled.

  • Page 39: Search By Text

    4.3.3 Search by Text When a POS device is connected to the DVR, users can search for videos with text data. The “Text Query Page” is displayed as below: Text Query Page By Text Item Item By Numerals Value Value (Upper Limit) By Date/Time From: 2008/01/01 AM00:00:00...

  • Page 40: Video Export

    4.4 Video Export The following sections will show how to export video through the OSD setup menu and through the hot keys positioned on the front panel, respectively. 4.4.1 Export from OSD Setup Menu The Video Export menu enables only the accounts with proper authority to export recorded ®...

  • Page 41: Device Name

    Device Name The item shows the name of the available device. Available The item shows the free space of the available device. Select Set the item to <Yes> to set it as an exporting destination, or <No> to cancel. 4.4.1.2 Select Video for Exporting Select video from desired channel(s) with specific date / time and/or event(s), and set the item <Begin Export>...

  • Page 42: Quick Video Export Through Front Panel

    4.4.1.3 Digital Signature The user can export video clip with or without a digital signature. Set the item to <Yes> to export with the signature file, or <No> to export without it. Each recorded video with digital signature will be exported into four files, including *.gpg, *.avi (or *.drv), *.sig and readme.txt.

  • Page 43: Export Normal Video

    The ezBurn exporting process is illustrated as below figure: The entire process is described step by step in the following sections. NOTE: The file exported using ezBurn will be in .drv file format, which can only be played using the remote player software. 4.4.2.2 Export Normal Video To Export normal video to external device, follow these step:...

  • Page 44: Dome Control

    4.4.2.3 Export Event Video To export event video, follow these steps: • Press SEARCH and play wanted event video. To play event video, refer to OSD Setup Manual Section Search Recorded Video. • After entering the playback mode, press COPY. The “ezBurn” window will display as below figure.

  • Page 45: Dome Protocol Setup

    4.5.2 Dome Protocol Setup The Dome Protocol item lists the available dome protocols for communicating with dome cameras connected to the DVR. From the Main menu, select <Camera Setup> and press ENTER. The following menu is displayed. Analog Camera 1. Analog Camera Select 2.

  • Page 46: Dome Controlling Key

    4.5.4 Dome Controlling Key The functions of some keys in dome control mode are totally different from normal status function. Please refer to Quick Installation Guide for the graphical illustration of functional keys. Set / Go Preset This key is used to enter the Dome Preset menu to set up certain position as a preset and go to the predetermined preset positions for viewing.

  • Page 47: Set Preset Points

    4.5.5 Set Preset Points The DVR allows user 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 48: Intercom Function

    Dome Preset First Page Index Set Preset Go Preset • Use UP / DOWN keys to select the desired preset number from the menu. • Set the <Go Preset> of the selected preset number to <Yes>, and press ENTER to call the preset point.

  • Page 49: Setting Up The Dvr And The Pc

    The advantage of this function is that PCs can connect to the DVR via the remote control software by directly clicking on the icon representing the DVR in <My Network Places> folder. 4.7.1 Setting Up the DVR and the PC Enable the UPnP function in the DVR: Enter the OSD menu with proper account and access <System Setup>...

  • Page 50: Chapter 5 Remote Monitoring Software

    Chapter 5 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 to 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 51: Software Installation

    5.2 Software Installation 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 52: Install Remote Monitoring Software

    • Click <OK> to confirm the setting and close Trusted sites dialog. • In the Security Level area, click <Custom Level>. The Security Settings screen is displayed. • Under <ActiveX controls and plug-ins>, set all items to <Enable> or <Prompt>. •...
  • Page 53 • Start the IE; it can be started either by clicking on the desktop icon, or by using the Start menu to access it. • Enter the IP address of the DVR in the address bar at the top of the browser. •...

  • Page 54: Software Upgrades

    The following steps demonstrate procedures to view video from remote unit: • Start the remote monitoring software by entering the IP Address of the DVR in the Address bar of the browser. Alternatively, click on the Favorite entry for the unit (if the IP address of the unit has been set).

  • Page 55: Basic Operation For Monitoring Remotely

    5.3 Basic Operation for Monitoring Remotely When a DVR is successfully connected, the main window of the remote monitoring software will be displayed. Please refer to the Quick Installation Guide for the graphical illustration of functional items. The functions on the remote monitoring software will be described in the following sections. 5.3.1 View Live Video View live video from the cameras attached to the DVR by clicking <Live>...

  • Page 56: Instant Recording

    Go Preset (• ) Go Preset is used to call the camera preset point, which was set up with the set preset point function. Click and choose a number to call the preset point for viewing. Auto Focus (A.F.) Click on it and the focus of the camera will be automatically adjusted to show a clearer image. Dome ID (ID) Click for changing the dome ID and protocol.

  • Page 57: Playback Video

    5.3.2.2 Playback Instant Recorded Video Follow the steps to playback a video recorded by “Instant Recording”. • Click <Play> on main window toolbar and click <Local Playback> tab. • Click <Open> to choose a recorded file. • Click <OK> to start playing the recorded video. 5.3.3 Playback Video The remote monitoring software allows users to either view recorded video from the DVR, or from the hard disk drive of the PC.

  • Page 58: Playback Controls

    • The other way to select date and time is by moving the blue sliding bar. • Click <OK> to start the playback, or click <Close> to abort. • The other option <Download (.DRV)> in <Select> field enables users to download the video segment of selected date and time to the PC.

  • Page 59: Verify Digital Signature

    5.3.4 Verify Digital Signature The digital signature aims to authenticate a video file exported from the unit. Follow the description to verify the digital signature. • Click <Play> on the main window toolbar. • Click <Verify> tab to display the Verify window. •...
  • Page 60 • Select <Tools> from the main menu of the web browser, then <Internet Options>, and then click the <General> tab. • Click the <Delete Files> button in the <Temporary Internet Files> field; the <Delete Files> screen displays as below. • Check the <Delete all offline content>...

  • Page 61: Appendix A: Recommended Hdds

    Appendix A: Recommended HDDs The following is a list of recommended SATA HDDs. SATA HDD: Brand Model Name Model Number Size Barracuda 7200.7 ST3160827AS 160G Barracuda 7200.8 ST3300831AS 300G Barracuda 7200.10 ST3250410AS 250G Barracuda 7200.10 ST3500630AS 500G Seagate Barracuda 7200.10 ST3750640AS 750G Barracuda 7200.11...

  • Page 62: Appendix B: Remote Controller

    Appendix B: Remote Controller A remote control is provided for the DVR . The function keys on the remote control are listed as below figure: DVR Control mode Dome Camera Control mode - 62 -...
  • Page 63 The keys of the remote control function as the keys of the front panel of the DVR. The difference between the remote control and the front panel is the “DVR SEL” key. The DVR Selection key is used to switch control between different DVRs. The remote control can be used to control up to 16 DVRs.

  • Page 64: Appendix C: Usb Mouse Operation

    Appendix C: USB Mouse Operation Users can use an USB mouse to operate the DVR. To use the USB mouse, please read through the following descriptions. Plug in an USB mouse to any USB port of the DVR. Move the USB mouse, and the cursor should appear.

  • Page 65: Appendix D: Keyboard Access Sketch

    Appendix D: Keyboard Access Sketch The following sketch shows the keys used to access and control the connected DVR. - 65 -...

  • Page 66: Appendix E: Simultaneous Output Options

    Appendix E: Simultaneous Output Options The monitor functionality differs for VGA + digital output and dual VGA models. There are four different conditions. When simultaneous output is enabled, three resolutions are selectable. If simultaneous output is not enabled, only one resolution is available. Refer to the following tables to see which monitors are functional under the four different conditions for the two different types of models.

  • Page 67: Appendix F: Jog / Shuttle Control

    Appendix F: Jog / Shuttle Control The jog/shuttle knob is used to provide wide latitude in playback control. Note that the jog/shuttle knob is active only when the DVR has been in Playback mode. While playing back video, users can rotate the shuttle ring to select different speed of forward and backward playback.

  • Page 68: Appendix G: Ip Camera Installation

    Appendix G: IP Camera Installation The following is an example of the installation of ICA-M230 Internet Camera. Step 1. Enter the IP address (for example: 192.168.0.20) of the ICA-M230 Internet Camera to access its web management page. Access the Setting menu and login using the administrator’s username and password (for example: admin &...
  • Page 69 Step 3. Next click on the Camera menu to look for current camera image settings: Brightness=50, Sharpness=50, and Contrast=50. Step 4. Access the Video -> VIDEO/JPEG menu to look resolution setting: JPEG=640x480, and the maximum frame rate is 30 fps. Step 5.
  • Page 70 IP Camera 1. IP Camera Select CH16 2. IP Camera Title ICA-M220 3. Hostname/IP 192.168.0.20 4. Model AXIS 200 5. Connection Setup 6. Device Setup 7. Activated 8. Status Step 7. Enter the Hostname/IP as 192.168.0.20 and select model as AXIS 200. Step 8.
  • Page 71 Step 12. Access <IP Camera> <Status> and the current status of the IP camera will be displayed as shown below. The information is “read only”. Status 1. Model AXIS 200 2. Streaming Format MPEG4 3. Resolution 640x480 4. PPS 30.00 5.

  • Page 72: Appendix H: Hdvr Specifications

    Appendix H: HDVR Specifications Product HDVR-1600 General Video System NTSC / PAL Switch Selectable Video Compression H.264 / MPEG-4 / MJPEG Video Input 16x BNC,1.0Vp-p/75 ohm Main Monitor: HDMI x 1, VGA x1, S-Video x 1, BNC x 1, 1.0Vp-p/75 oh Video Output Call Monitor: BNC x 1, 1.0Vp-p/75 ohm...
  • Page 73 Client Interface Client software Camera PTZ Control RS-485 Backup Device DVD-RW, USB DVD-RW, USB Flash Drive and Network AC 100～240V, 50-60Hz Power Source Power Consumption 100W (Manual Select) Operating Temperature 0 ~ 40 Degree C Dimension (W x D x H) 430 x 413 x 90 mm - 73 -...

  • Page 74: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    : HDVR-1600 *Model Number * Produced by: Manufacturer‘s Name : Planet Technology Corp. Manufacturer‘s Address : 11F, No. 96, Min Chuan Road, Hsin Tien, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C. is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive on (89/336/EEC).

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