409Z H.264 Network DVR User Manual GUI Display with USB Mouse Control Please read instructions thoroughly before operation and retain it for future reference. For the actual display & operation, please refer to your DVR in hand. a798_796_792_m686_688_752_757_759_k675_677_677l_679_pv_h_ Manual_V1.3...
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARD CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Only operate this apparatus from the type of power source indicated on the label. The company shall not be liable for any damages arising out of any improper use, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
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Grounding This is a Safety Class 1 Product (provided with a protective earthing ground incorporated in the power cord). The mains plug shall only be inserted in a socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact. Any interruption of the protective conductor inside or outside of the instrument is likely to make the instrument dangerous.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. BEFORE USING THIS DVR .................. 1 1.1 Package Content ........................1 1.2 Front Panel ..........................1 1.3 Rear Panel ..........................2 2. CONNECTION AND SETUP.................. 4 2.1 SATA HDD Installation ....................... 4 2.2 Camera Connection ........................6 2.2.1 Normal Camera Connection......................6 2.2.2 PTZ Camera Connection........................7 2.3 External Device Connection.......................
BEFORE USING THIS DVR 1. BEFORE USING THIS DVR 1.1 Package Content Standard Package DVR HDD screws IR remote controller Manual for IR remote controller Adapter & power cord Optional Accessories IR Receiver extension cable ...
BEFORE USING THIS DVR SLOW In the playback mode, press to show slow playback. ZOOM Press to enlarge the picture of selected channel in the FRAME or FIELD recording mode. Press to display each channel in full screen one by one starting from CH1. When the last channel is displayed, it will repeat from CH1 again.
BEFORE USING THIS DVR Note: The DVR will automatically detect the video system of the camera, please make sure that the cameras are properly connected to the DVR and power-supplied before the DVR is turned on. AUDIO IN Connect to the audio connector of a camera if the camera supports audio recording. Note: To make a video backup with audio, make sure the camera which supports the audio function is connected to the video-in channel and audio-in channel.
CONNECTION AND SETUP 2. CONNECTION AND SETUP Before the DVR is powered on, make sure you have installed a hard disk and connected at least one camera. For details, please refer to the following sections. Note: The DVR is designed to automatically detect the video system of the connected cameras (NTSC or PAL).
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CONNECTION AND SETUP 2-2 To install on the second bracket Connect the power connector and data bus connector to the HDD. When connecting the power cable, make sure the cable is passed through the power cable of DVD writer if your DVR is equipped with a DVD writer.
CONNECTION AND SETUP Step4: Align the screw hole on the each bracket with the screw hole on the each side of the hard disk as shown below, and fix the hard disk to the bracket with a hard disk screw supplied. Step5: Close the upper cover of the DVR, and fasten all the screws you loosened in Step1.
CONNECTION AND SETUP 2.2.2 PTZ Camera Connection The following description is taking our brand’s PTZ camera as an example. For DVR setting to control the PTZ camera, please refer to “5.6 PTZ Camera Setting” at page 28. For detailed PTZ camera control and operation, please refer to its own user manual.
CONNECTION AND SETUP STEP 5: Set the speed dome camera at the DVR side. When the DVR is powered on, go to “ADVANCED CONFIG” “DEVICES” to set the speed dome camera. a) Select the device to “PTZ”. b) Set the ID to the value the same as the one set in the speed dome camera. The default ID of the camera is 000.
CONNECTION AND SETUP 2.4 DVR Power On This device should be operated only with the type of power source indicated on the manufacturer’s label. Connect the indicated AC power cord to the power adapter, and plug into an electrical outlet. Then, move the power switch to “ ”...
CONNECTION AND SETUP QUICK START GENERAL DATE 2009 / NOV / 17 TIME SETUP TIME 15 : 35 : 53 EXIT 2.6 Clear Hard Disk It’s recommended to clear all data in the hard disk for the first time to user this DVR to ensure the recorded data are not mixed with other data previously saved in the same hard disk.
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CONNECTION AND SETUP SYSTEM ACCOUNT LANGUAGE ENGLISH TOOLS ADVANCED LOGIN SYSTEM INFO ADMIN PASSWORD SETUP BACKUP DATA (USB) OPERATOR PASSWORD SETUP BACKUP LOG (USB) UPGRADE SUBMIT BACKUP CONFIG SUBMIT RESTORE CONFIG SUBMIT EXIT...
GUI DISPLAY WITH USB MOUSE CONTROL 3. GUI DISPLAY WITH USB MOUSE CONTROL 3.1 Connect USB Mouse Connect your USB mouse to one of the USB ports on the DVR front panel, and check if there’s a mouse icon ( ) on the screen, indicating the USB mouse is detected properly.
GUI DISPLAY WITH USB MOUSE CONTROL Click to select the audio channel you want: In the live mode, only the live audio channels can be selected. In the playback mode, live and playback audio channels can be selected. Click to enter the PTZ mode and show the PTZ camera control panel.
GUI DISPLAY WITH USB MOUSE CONTROL Click to enter the camera main menu. Camera Menu For details about each camera menu, please refer to its own user manual. Click to confirm your selection / enter the menu. Enter Up / Down / Left / Click to move your selection up / down / left / right, or change settings.
BASIC OPERATION 4. BASIC OPERATION 4.1 Live Page Icon Function Icon Function Icon Function Playback audio channel Live audio channel (1~4) Audio channel off (1~4) Digital zoom on Digital zoom off Timer recording Network disconnected Internet connected LAN connected USB flash drive / device No USB device USB mouse connected connected...
BASIC OPERATION 4.3 Playback Click “ ” on the quick menu bar to display the playback control panel, and click play the latest recorded video clip, or click to enter the search list. Note: There must be at least 8192 images of recorded data for playback to work properly.
BASIC OPERATION 4.3.2 Event Search Click to quickly search the recorded files by event lists: RECORD / MOTION / ALARM / TIME, or select FULL to show all the event logs. To quickly search the time you want, select “QUICK SEARCH”. Set the time range you want, and select “SUBMIT”...
BASIC OPERATION 4.5 System Sources Reallocation (For 4CH Models Only) Go to “QUICK START” “GENERAL”, and select “PRIORITY” to reallocate the system sources to live display and record. There are two options for this function: RECORD FIRST / DISPLAY FIRST / NETWORK FIRST.
FREQUENTLY-USED FUNCTIONS 5. FREQUENTLY-USED FUNCTIONS 5.1 Push Video Configuration This DVR supports sending instant event notifications to your mobile devices, such as iPhone, iPad and Android mobile devices, for an alarm event (Push Video). However, only certain alarm-in pins support this function. For details, please check the instructions below.
FREQUENTLY-USED FUNCTIONS Alarm sensor connection: take 4CH model without HD video output as an example Connect the alarm sensor, such as magnetic contacts, to the I/O pin which supports Push Video. A2.2 Configuration Before configuring Push Video, make sure: 1. The DVR system is set up as described in “3. CONNECTION AND SETUP”. 2.
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FREQUENTLY-USED FUNCTIONS Step3: Enable Push Video as described below, and try to trigger your sensor to see if you can receive Push Video successfully.
FREQUENTLY-USED FUNCTIONS 5.2 Quick Search Press “LIST” on the DVR front panel to enter the time search menu as follows: EVENT INFORMATION HARD DISK ALL HDD CHANNEL 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 ...
FREQUENTLY-USED FUNCTIONS 5.3 Record 5.3.1 Quick record setting Right-click to display the main menu, and select “QUICK START” “GENERAL” “RECORD CONFIG”. Click “SETUP” to enter the setting page individually for manual record, event record and timer record. QUICK START GENERAL CHANNEL TITLE TIME SETUP...
FREQUENTLY-USED FUNCTIONS Or, select “BY CHANNEL” to set the image size, image per second & image quality individually for each channel. QUICK START MANUAL EVENT TIMER CHANNEL IMAGE SIZE I.P.S. QUALITY SUPER BEST SUPER BEST HIGH FIELD SUPER BEST AVAILABLE IPS: CIF 69 / FIELD 34 / FRAME 17 APPLY EXIT 5.3.2 Detailed record setting...
FREQUENTLY-USED FUNCTIONS PRE-ALARM RECORD Select to enable or disable the pre-alarm function (ON / OFF). When pre-alarm and event recording functions are both activated, the DVR will record 8MB data before an alarm / motion event is triggered. OVERWRITE Select “ON” to overwrite previous recorded data in your HDD when the HDD is full. When this function is on and the HDD is full, the DVR will clear 8GB data from the oldest for continuous recording without notice.
FREQUENTLY-USED FUNCTIONS 5.4.2 Detection Timer Click “DETECTION”. In “DETECTION TIMER”, select “ON” to enable record timer, and select the day and time for this function. SCHEDULE SETTING RECORD DETECTION TIMER DETECTION ALARM EXIT X axis 0 ~ 24 hours. Each time bar is 30 minutes. Y axis Monday ~ Sunday.
FREQUENTLY-USED FUNCTIONS AREA Click “EDIT” to set the motion detection area. There are 16 × 12 grids per camera for all channels. Pink blocks represent the area that is not being detected while the transparent blocks are the area under detection.
FREQUENTLY-USED FUNCTIONS 5.7 System Setting 5.7.1 Password Setting Right-click to display the main menu, and select “SYSTEM” “TOOLS”. SYSTEM ACCOUNT LANGUAGE ENGLISH TOOLS ADVANCED LOGIN SYSTEM INFO ADMIN PASSWORD SETUP BACKUP DATA (USB) OPERATOR PASSWORD SETUP BACKUP LOG (USB) UPGRADE SUBMIT BACKUP CONFIG...
FREQUENTLY-USED FUNCTIONS Note: Before using the USB flash drive, please use your PC to format the USB flash drive to FAT32 format first. For the list of compatible USB flash drives, please refer to “APPENDIX 2 COMPATIBLE USB FLASH DRIVE LIST” at page 5.7.3 Backup &...
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APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS SYSTEM ACCOUNT START DATE 2009/NOV/19 TOOLS START TIME 08:30:21 SYSTEM INFO END DATE 2009/NOV/19 BACKUP DATA (USB) END TIME 17:59:29 BACKUP LOG (USB) CHANNEL 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 ...
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS 5.7.5 Event Log Backup Right-click to display the main menu, and select “SYSTEM” “BACKUP LOG (USB)” This function is used to backup the event log. Insert a compatible USB flash drive to the USB port at the front panel. Note: Before using the USB flash drive, please use your PC to format the USB flash drive to FAT32 format first.
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS 5.7.6 Clear All HDD Data Right-click to show the main menu, and select “SYSTEM” “SYSTEM INFO” “CLEAR HDD”. SYSTEM ACCOUNT BAUD RATE 2400 TOOLS HOST ID SYSTEM INFO R.E.T.R. BACKUP DATA (USB) AUTO KEY LOCK NEVER BACKUP LOG (USB) CLEAR HDD...
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS DNS (PRIMARY DNS / SECONDARY DNS) Key in the IP address of the domain name server obtained from your ISP (Internet Service Provider). PORT The valid number ranges from 1 to 9999. The default value is 80. Typically, the TCP port used by HTTP is 80.
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ADVANCED CONFIG CANERA NETWORK SNTP FTP E-MAIL DDNS DETECTION DDNS ALERT SYSTEM NAME default NETWORK HOST NAME MAC000E5318B3F0 DISPLAY EMAIL EMPTY RECORD DEVICES NOTIFY CURRENT HOST ADDRESS EXIT MAC000E5318B3F0@ddns.dvrtw.com.tw 5.9 Event Notifications It’s available to set event notifications to FTP / E-Mail from this DVR. Note: This function requires Internet access.
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS 5.9.2 E-MAIL When this function is enabled and an event occurs, a html file including a link will be sent to the specified E-mail address. Click the link to access to this DVR and check the event recording.
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS 5.10 VGA Output Resolution Support Users are allowed to change the resolution depending on their display monitor. Right-click to display the main menu, and select “ADVANCED CONFIG” “DISPLAY”. ADVANCED CONFIG CAMERA DE-INTERLACE (For Selected Models Only) DETECTION FULL SCREEN DURATION ALERT...
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS 5.11 System Sources Reallocation (For 4CH Models Only) This function is used to reallocate the system sources to live display & record. There are two options for this function: RECORD FIRST / DISPLAY FIRST / NETWORK FIRST. QUICK START GENERAL CHANNEL TITLE...
REMOTE OPERATION 6. REMOTE OPERATION You can also control the DVR remotely via the supplied licensed software “Video Viewer”, web browser, and your smart phones. Note: For more details about mobile surveillance via your smart phones, please visit our official website www.eagleeyescctv.com, or download the instructions of EagleEyes installation and configuration from www.surveillance-download.com/user/eagleeyes_quick.pdf.
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REMOTE OPERATION b) Set the PC’s IP address as “192.168.1.XXX” (1~255, except 10) in order to make the PC and DVR under the same domain. c) Double-click “ ” icon on your PC desktop to enter the control panel. By defaults, the “Address Book”...
REMOTE OPERATION 6.1.2 Control Panel Overview Two control panels are available and can be switched depending on your use habit. Simplified Version (Default)
REMOTE OPERATION Full Function Version Main Button Overview Button Function Description Full Simplified Function Click to show the predefined IP address(es). You Address Book can add, remove or search the IP address to log in the DVR remotely. Remote Click to go into the detailed Config DVR setting.
REMOTE OPERATION Button Function Description Full Simplified Function Click to take a snapshot of the current view. The Snapshot snapshot will be saved in the path you specified in “Record Setting”. Click to show the current network connection Information details. Click to go to the DVR control panel to operate DVR Control the DVR remotely.
REMOTE OPERATION If “Motion” and / or “Alarm” are checked, the recording function will also be enabled at the remote side when any event is triggered at the DVR side, and the recordings will be saved in the specified location. Playback To play a recording, click “...
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REMOTE OPERATION Function Description HDD Number / Channel Specify the hard disk (HDD Number) and channel number (Channel) within which have the video data you need. Download by Time Specify the time range within which has the video data you want in the “Start Time”...
REMOTE OPERATION Firmware Upgrade This function is used to grade your DVR for function scalability. Note: Before using this function, make sure you have the correct upgrade files provided by your installer or distributor. Step1: Click “ ”, and select the IP address of your device in the address book. Step2: Click “...
REMOTE OPERATION 6.1.4. E-Map Video Viewer is also a Central Management System (CMS) software, which allows network device control & management for up to 16 devices simultaneously. Note: Before using this function, make sure Video Viewer is connected to all the devices (up to 16) you want to monitor.
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REMOTE OPERATION STEP3: When the E-Map group is created, you will see the tree on the top-left panel, showing all the devices you’ve added to this group. Icon Description The connected device is camera. When it’s selected, it will become red. The connected device is DVR.
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REMOTE OPERATION For Single E-Map Group Right-click on the group name to show the shortcut menu list, and select “Edit E-MAP” or “Remove E-MAP” as needed.
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REMOTE OPERATION For Building E-Map Group Right-click on the group name to show the shortcut menu list, and select “Edit Building E-MAP” or “Remove E-MAP” as needed. To edit or remove a certain level of the building E-Map group, right click on the level name, and select “Edit E-MAP”...
REMOTE OPERATION 6.2 Web Browser You can view the images or operate your DVR with a web browser, such as Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome. Note: The supported PC operation systems are Windows 7, Vista & XP. Note: To use Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome for remote access, please go to Apple’s official website (http://www.apple.com/quicktime/win.html) to download and install QuickTime first.
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REMOTE OPERATION Icon Description Click to go to the live view of the DVR. Click to enter the playback panel where you can search or select the event you want to play and download to your PC simultaneously. For details, please refer to “6.2.1 Event Download &...
REMOTE OPERATION Icon Description Click to play the current video clip. Click to pause the video playback. Click to stop the video playback. Click to play the video clip slowly, once to get 4X slower, twice get 8X slower. Click to open the playback search panel. 6.2.1 Event Download &...
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REMOTE OPERATION Audio Click to mute the playback if necessary, and click again to restore. Note: Audio is available when your camera supports audio recording, and connects to the video channel which supports audio recording and the audio input of the DVR. For details, please refer to “1.3 Rear Panel”...
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS For 16CH Models with HD video output Model 1 Model 2 Model 3 Video Video System NTSC / PAL (auto detection) Video Compression Format H.264 Video Input 16 channels (Composite video signal 1 Vp-p 75Ω BNC) Video Loop Output 16 channels (Composite video signal 1...
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BlackBerry, Windows Mobile, Symbian & Android mobile devices Push Video YES (With EagleEyes for iPhone, iPad, Android versions) Others AVTECH Free DDNS service Multiplex Operation Live display / record / playback / backup / network operations System Recovery System auto recovery after power failure * The specifications are subject to change without notice.
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APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS For 16CH Models without HD video output Model 4 Model 5 Model 6 Video Video System NTSC / PAL (auto detection) Video Compression Format H.264 Video Input 16 channels (Composite video signal 1 Vp-p 75Ω BNC) Video Loop Output 16 channels (Composite video signal 1...
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BlackBerry, Windows Mobile, Symbian & Android mobile devices Push Video YES (With EagleEyes for iPhone, iPad, Android versions) Others AVTECH Free DDNS service Multiplex Operation Live display / record / playback / backup / network operations System Recovery System auto recovery after power failure * The specifications are subject to change without notice.
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APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS For 8CH Models with HD video output Model 7 Model 8 Model 9 Model 10 Video Video System NTSC / PAL (auto detection) Video Compression Format H.264 Video Input 8 channels (Composite video signal 1 Vp-p 75Ω BNC) Video Loop Output 8 channels (Composite video...
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BlackBerry, Windows Mobile, Symbian & Android mobile devices Push Video YES (With EagleEyes for iPhone, iPad, Android versions) Others AVTECH Free DDNS service Multiplex Operation Live display / record / playback / backup / network operations System Recovery System auto recovery after power failure * The specifications are subject to change without notice.
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APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS For 8CH Models without HD video output Model 11 Model 12 Model 13 Video Video System NTSC / PAL (auto detection) Video Compression Format H.264 Video Input 8 channels (Composite video signal 1 Vp-p 75Ω BNC) Video Loop Output 8 channels (Composite video signal 1...
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BlackBerry, Windows Mobile, Symbian & Android mobile devices Push Video YES (With EagleEyes for iPhone, iPad, Android versions) Others AVTECH Free DDNS service Multiplex Operation Live display / record / playback / backup / network operations System Recovery System auto recovery after power failure * The specifications are subject to change without notice.
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APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS For 4CH Models Model 14 Model 15 Video Video System NTSC / PAL (auto detection) Video Compression Format H.264 Video Input 4 channels (Composite video signal 1 Vp-p 75Ω BNC) Video Output (BNC) Main Monitor Output: for stable display Video Output (VGA) (HD display) (Up to 1600 x 1200)
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BlackBerry, Windows Mobile, Symbian & Android mobile devices Push Video YES (With EagleEyes for iPhone, iPad, Android versions) Others AVTECH Free DDNS service Multiplex Operation Live display / record / playback / backup / network operations System Recovery System auto recovery after power failure * The specifications are subject to change without notice.
APPENDIX 2 COMPATIBLE USB FLASH DRIVE LIST APPENDIX 2 COMPATIBLE USB FLASH DRIVE LIST Please upgrade the firmware of the DVR to the latest version to ensure the accuracy of the following table. If the USB flash drive is not supported by the DVR, the “USB ERROR” message will be shown on the screen.
APPENDIX 3 COMPATIBLE SATA HDD LIST APPENDIX 3 COMPATIBLE SATA HDD LIST Please upgrade the firmware of the DVR to the latest version to ensure the accuracy of the following table. MANUFACTURER MODEL CAPACITY ROTATION Seagate ST3320613AS 320GB 7200 rpm ST33500320AS 500GB 7200 rpm...
APPENDIX 4 MAIN MENU STRUCTURE APPENDIX 4 MAIN MENU STRUCTURE QUICK START GENERAL CHANNEL TITLE EVENT STATUS DATE DISPLAY MOUSE SENSITIVITY PRIORITY (For 4CH Models Only) RECORD CONFIG TIME SETUP DATE TIME DATE SETUP DATE INFO DISPLAY DATE OF MODE FORMAT DAYLIGHT DAYLIGHT SAVING...
APPENDIX 5 DVR BATTERY REPLACEMENT APPENDIX 5 DVR BATTERY REPLACEMENT DVR time reset after power failure, for example, caused by a power outage, will cause the disorder of the recorded data, and users may have problems in searching the event clip they want.
APPENDIX 6 PIN CONFIGURATION APPENDIX 6 PIN CONFIGURATION A6. Models without HD video output ‧ 16CH Siren: When the DVR is triggered by alarm or motion, the COM connects with NO and the siren with strobe starts wailing and flashing. Magnetic Contact: When the magnetic contact is opened, the alarm will be triggered and the recording is on.
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APPENDIX 6 PIN CONFIGURATION FUNCTION DESCRIPTION RS485-B Under the normal operation, COM disconnects with NO. But when any alarm is EXTERNAL ALARM triggered, COM connects with NO. Attention: The voltage restriction is under DC24V 1A.
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APPENDIX 6 PIN CONFIGURATION ‧ 8CH Siren: When the DVR is triggered by alarm or motion, the COM connects with NO and the siren with strobe starts wailing and flashing. Magnetic Contact: When the magnetic contact is opened, the alarm will be triggered and the recording is on.
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APPENDIX 6 PIN CONFIGURATION ‧ 4CH Siren: When the DVR is triggered by alarm or motion, the COM connects with NO and the siren with strobe starts wailing and flashing. Magnetic Contact: When the magnetic contact is opened, the alarm will be triggered and the recording is on.
APPENDIX 6 PIN CONFIGURATION A2. Models with HD video output ‧ With 9-pin external I/O block External I/O Block FUNCTION DESCRIPTION GROUND RS485-A RS485-B Under the normal operation, COM disconnects with NO. But when any EXTERNAL ALARM alarm is triggered, COM connects with NO. Attention: The voltage restriction is under DC24V 1A.
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APPENDIX 6 PIN CONFIGURATION ‧ With 7-pin external I/O block External I/O Block FUNCTION DESCRIPTION GROUND RS485-A RS485-B Under the normal operation, COM disconnects with NO. But when any EXTERNAL ALARM alarm is triggered, COM connects with NO. Attention: The voltage restriction is under DC24V 1A. Under the normal operation, COM disconnects with NO.
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APPENDIX 6 PIN CONFIGURATION ‧ With 6-pin external I/O block External I/O Block FUNCTION DESCRIPTION GROUND RS485-A RS485-B Under the normal operation, COM disconnects with NO. But when any EXTERNAL ALARM alarm is triggered, COM connects with NO. Attention: The voltage restriction is under DC24V 1A. Under the normal operation, COM disconnects with NO.
APPENDIX 7 MOBILE SURVEILLANCE VIA EAGLEEYES APPENDIX 7 MOBILE SURVEILLANCE VIA EAGLEEYES EagleEyes is a mobile phone program used with our surveillance system for remote surveillance. It has several advantages: It’s free (Except EagleEyes Plus for iPhone, and EagleEyesHD Plus for iPad). ...
APPENDIX 9 DVD WRITER INSTALLATION APPENDIX 9 DVD WRITER INSTALLATION Some DVR models allow users to install a DVD writer by themselves. To know whether your DVR supports this feature, please check with your local distributor or retailer. The supported DVD writer models are as follows. Please use only the suggested DVD writer models to ensure the compatibility.
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