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Installation and Setup Guide
Products: DVR9004N, DVR9008N, DVR9016N
DVR9004N (4-channel) DVR
DVR9008N (8-channel) DVR and DVR9016N (16-channel) DVR
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING YOUR SYSTEM, and always follow the
instructions for safety and proper use. Save this manual for future reference.
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  • Page 1 H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs Installation and Setup Guide Products: DVR9004N, DVR9008N, DVR9016N DVR9004N (4-channel) DVR DVR9008N (8-channel) DVR and DVR9016N (16-channel) DVR PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING YOUR SYSTEM, and always follow the instructions for safety and proper use. Save this manual for future reference.
  • Page 2 Operate this device only in environments where the temperature or humidity is within the recommended range. Operation  at extreme temperatures or in very high or low humidity levels may cause electric shock and shorten the life of the CAUTION product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2.2.2 Controls and connectors (DVR9004N) ........
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS 4.2 Accessing your DVR from the Internet ..........43 SECTION 5 Accessing Your DVR With a Web Browser .
  • Page 5 Off-loaded Video Files ............. . 82 H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...
  • Page 6 C.2 DVR9004N HDD Installation ........

  • Page 7: Systems Overview

    1.1 About this document This document includes a simplified guide for setting up a basic system with a DVR9004N, DVR9008N, or DVR9016N DVRs and standard analog cameras. Specific installation instructions for your cameras and other equipment you may add are usually included in the documentation provided with them.

  • Page 8: Dvr Control

    SECTION 1: SYSTEM OVERVIEW Remote Control 8-channel Audio RCA Mouse Cable Adapter Power Adapter DVR9008N Your DVR9008N DVR includes: DVR9008N DVR unit • Remote Control • Mouse • Power adapter with cord for standard 120 Vac outlet. • 8-channel audio RCA cable adapter •...
  • Page 9 If a UPS is not available, a power strip with strong surge protection is highly recommended. To have a functioning system, you also need: s CCTV (analog) security cameras. The DVR9004N, DVR9008N, and DVR9016N DVRs support many camera models. •...

  • Page 10: Installing Your System

    SECTION 2: INSTALLING YOUR SYSTEM SECTION 2 Installing Your System For each camera you received with your system, installation instructions are included. Follow the instructions to install all your cameras, then route the camera video and power extension cables to the location where the DVR will be setup. Some guidelines for camera placement, and considerations for weatherproof cameras and cable routing are provided below.

  • Page 11: Dvr Installation

    It is strongly suggested that power to the system be routed through an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). These devices will keep your security system running through most power outages, in addition to providing excellent surge and sag protection. The UPS should support your video recorder and all cameras to ensure normal operation during abnormal power conditions. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 12: Controls And Connectors (Dvr9004N)

    SECTION 2: INSTALLING YOUR SYSTEM 2.2.2 Controls and connectors (DVR9004N) DVR Front Panel Single/Multi Camera CH1 .. CH4 Infrared Display Toggle Camera Select Sensor Enter Menu Record Pan/Tilt/Zoom tqpu Menu Control Escape Backup Navigation Buttons Play/Pause Button Usage Toggles between single camera, multi-camera display.
  • Page 13 Use these connectors to attach external sensor devices, alarm reporting devices, and devices with an RS422 or RS485 control OUT, RS422 RS485 interface, such as PTZ cameras. See the DVR Uer Manual for more information. DC 12V Connect to 12 Vdc power adapter. POWER Power switch to turn the unit on and off. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 14: Controls And Connectors (Dvr9008N, Dvr9016N)

    SECTION 2: INSTALLING YOUR SYSTEM 2.2.3 Controls and connectors (DVR9008N, DVR9016N) DVR9008N, DVR9016N Front Panel 0 .. 9, 10+ Buttons Infrared (Channel Select) Enter Sensor Power Off tqpu Status Menu Rewind Stop Fast Menu LEDs Record Navigation Buttons Forward Play/Pause Button Usage 1 ..
  • Page 15 RS-485 terminations: A, B pins for connecting to RS-485 network (PTZ camera control) MAIN OUT BNC Video out BNC interface connector. USB1, USB2 Use these USB ports to connect a mouse, or a backup device such as a flash drive or DVD recorder. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 16: If Installing An Internal Hdd

    SECTION 2: INSTALLING YOUR SYSTEM DVR9016N Back Panel (16 channel) VIN1 - VIN16 Spot Out (BNC) HDMI Audio In 1 - 8 Power Main Audio Out Main Out Alarm In/Out, Sensor Power Audio In 9 - 16 Main Out (BNC) RS-485 Terminals DC 12V Spot Audio Out...

  • Page 17: Connecting The System Together

    Basic System Interconnection Diagram* * NOTE: Power cabling shown in the previous diagram is recommended for 4-channel systems with CD33W-2 series cameras. 8- and 16-channel systems include an RCA to DB-9 audio input adapter cable(s) and back panel connector(s). H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 18: Connect Alarm In, Alarm Out, Ptz Devices

    Terminal block of DVR9008N Terminal block of DVR9016N DVR9004N The DVR9004N provides four alarm inputs (“1” .. “4”) with ground terminals (labeled “G”), and one alarm output (labeled “-” and “+”). RS422/RS485 terminations are labeled TX+, TX-, RX+, RX-. DVR9008N The DVR9008N provides four alarm inputs (“1”...

  • Page 19: Install And Setup A Monitor

    DVRs, two DB-9 audio RCA adapter cables are provided; one for audio channels 1 .. 8 for the Audio In 1 - 8 DB-9 connector, and one for audio channels 9 ... 16 for the Audio In 9 - 16 DB-9 connector. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Camera

    SECTION 2: INSTALLING YOUR SYSTEM Connect each audio feed to the audio adapter cable RCA connector with the number of the camera channel it is associated with. For instance, if the audio feed is associated with the camera on Vin channel 8, plug the audio feed into the RCA connector labeled A-In8.

  • Page 21: Mouse Control

    In live view or during video playback, double-click to maximize channel on the screen. In the ALARM |MOTION | MD AREA configuration window, press the left mouse button and drag to frame an area to sense for motion detection. Mouse drag Use the mouse to select menu items. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 22: Dvr Setup

    Setting up your DVR includes logging into your DVR, setting the clock, setting administrator and user account passwords, and setting up scheduled and/or automated motion recording. The following sections provide a generic procedure for setting up a system with a DVR9004N series DVR. If you are setting up an NOTE 8- or 16-channel system, the displays you see may be slightly different.

  • Page 23: Configuring The System

    3. Compare the DVR system date and time shown on the Status Bar with an accurate clock. System Date and Time Remaining HDD Recording TIme Status Bar Note: To see an accurate clock, access a reliable Internet time server, such as tf.nist.gov H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 24: Setting The Screen Language And Video System Format

    SECTION 3: DVR SETUP 4. Right-click the mouse anywhere on the screen again. The Status bar will change to a Tools Bar or a login window. If a LOGIN window opens, log in to the system as an Admin (see above). Manual Record / Auto System Settings...
  • Page 25 Use the method like that detailed above to setup the DST start and end time, then click the confirm entry check ( ) in the lower right corner to confirm your entries. 8. Click the CONFIRM button in the NOTE window. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 26: Change The Admin And User1 Passwords

    SECTION 3: DVR SETUP 3.2.2 Change the Admin and user1 passwords Changing the default Admin and user1 account passwords from their initial (default) value adds security to your system. The factory default account names and their passwords are: Admin: 888888 user1: 666666 To change these passwords:...

  • Page 27: Add Users To The System

    6. Press the MENU button on the front panel or right click on the desktop to return to the USER MANAGEMENT window. 7. In the USER MANAGEMENT window, click the >> icon on the SET PERMISSIONS line. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 28: Set Hdd Overwrite Option

    SECTION 3: DVR SETUP 8. Click the q icon at the right end of the USERS line. From the dropdown list, select the name of the user you just created. 9. Click the OPT checkboxes to assign permissions to the new user. 10.

  • Page 29: Record Configuration Settings

    6. Click the q icon at the right end of the RESOLUTION line. From the dropdown list, select D1 (720 × 486), HD1 (720 × 240), or CIF (352 × 288). H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 30: Scheduled Recording

    SECTION 3: DVR SETUP 7. Click the q icon at the right end of the FRAME RATE line. From the dropdown list, select a number between 1 and 30 (frames per second). The higher the frame rate (30 fps), the smoother the video motion. However, higher frame rates consume storage space faster.

  • Page 31: Video Configuration Settings

    Choose one of the flowing: U-L (upper left), D-L (lower left), U-R (upper right), or D-R (lower right). Click the q icon at the right end of the LIVE line. In the dropdown list, select ON (to view video from the camera on the Live screen), or OFF. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 32: Video Setup

    SECTION 3: DVR SETUP 7. On the COLOR line, click the >> icon to open the COLOR SETUP window. The COLOR SETUP window is superimposed on the video image from the camera channel you selected. Adjust the markers for the HUE, BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, and SATURATION to produce the best picture from the camera. ) in the lower right corner of the screen, then click the Confirm button in the Note window.
  • Page 33 3. Block areas of the video image by pressing the left mouse button and dragging to create a box over the areas you want to block. In the following image, two block boxes cover windows for privacy. Privacy Blocks H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 34: Audio

    SECTION 3: DVR SETUP After the block is created, it can be repositioned by dragging it with a mouse. To remove a block, double click on it. 4. Right click anywhere on the desktop to return to the VIDEO SETUP menu. ) in the lower right corner of the screen, then click the Confirm button in the Note window.

  • Page 35: Alarm Configuration Settings

    5. Click the q icon at the right end of the PRERECORD line. From the dropdown list, select either OFF or 5 SEC. This option disables or enables recording 5 seconds of video before the alarm occurred. Click the >> icon on the EXCEPTION line to open the EXCEPTION ALARM menu. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 36: Motion Detection Setup

    SECTION 3: DVR SETUP 7. Click the >> icon at the right end of the HDD FULL line. This feature enables the buzzer sound when the HDD is nearly full. Select either OFF, 1 G (remaining), 5 G ,10 G, 1 HOUR, 5 HOUR , 10 HOUR, or 20 HOUR. 8.
  • Page 37 To enable blocks (areas) for motion sensing, click the block, or use the mouse to drag a rectangle over areas you want to enable. The shading will disappear for areas selected for motion detection. To disable an area selected, click on it. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...
  • Page 38 SECTION 3: DVR SETUP Motion Sensing Disabled Motion Sensing Enabled 6. After the motion sensing areas are selected (unshaded), right click to return to the MOTION DETECTION SETUP menu. 7. Check the box to right of the RECORD label to enable recording when motion is detected. 8.

  • Page 39: Networking Your Dvr

    After the DVR is setup on your home network, usually the router can be configured so that the DVR is accessible from a computer on the Internet or from a smartphone. Although most routers perform similar functions, the specific procedures to configure them H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 40: Configure The Dvr For Access On Your Home Network

    SECTION 4: NETWORKING YOUR DVR vary widely. However, the documentation provided with your router, with the general guidelines included here, should enable you to setup your DVR for web access. 4.1 Configure the DVR for access on your home network To setup your DVR on the network without conflicting with other devices, configure the network settings of your DVR before physically connecting it to the network.
  • Page 41 Examine the screen capture shown above. If the response to the ping command was “Request timed out.” like that shown above, use this IP address for your DVR, enter into Table 1, skip step 2.e and continue at step 2.f. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...
  • Page 42 SECTION 4: NETWORKING YOUR DVR If the response to the ping command was “Reply from 192.168.1.100: ..” as shown below, a device exists on the network that is using this IP address. If so, continue at step 2.e. e. Since the response to ping test returned a reply as shown above, try the ping with another number between 1 and 255 until one is found that responds with the “Request timed out.”...
  • Page 43 If you select DHCP or PPPOE, the DVR will acquire its network settings automatically. If you select STATIC, you can configure your network settings manually by clicking on the entry field and using the virtual keyboard to enter data. See the following screen capture. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...
  • Page 44 SECTION 4: NETWORKING YOUR DVR The MEDIA PORT, WEB PORT, and SETUP PORT numbers do not need to be changed unless these numbers conflict with other NOTE devices on your network. 7. Use the values in Table 1 to configure your DVR with a DNS address, IP ADDRESS. SUBNET MASK, and GATEWAY address. You can also use any other values that are compatible with your local network.

  • Page 45: Verify Local Network Connectability With Ie

    Initialize and script ActiveX controls not marked as safe for scripting — Script ActiveX controls marked safe for scripting — Binary and script behaviors — Download signed ActiveX controls — Download unsigned ActiveX controls — Run ActiveX controls and plug-ins — H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...
  • Page 46 SECTION 4: NETWORKING YOUR DVR Click OK, then click YES in the Warning window. In the Internet Options window, click Apply, then click OK to close the window. If your computer operating system is Windows Vista or Windows 7, User Account Control can interfere with the normal operation of the DVR user interface.
  • Page 47 5. During the first connection to the DVR, a security warning to install software appears. Click Install and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. 6. When the Login screen opens in the browser, enter the administrator USER ID and PASSWORD, then click Login. The default values for the administrator account are Admin and 888888. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...
  • Page 48 7. After login, the DVR web display will appear. To see images from the cameras connected to your DVR, click the Open All button in the lower left corner of the screen. The following sections provide a generic procedure for setting up a 4-channel system with a DVR9004N series DVR. If you are NOTE setting up an 8- or 16-channel system, the displays you see may be slightly different.

  • Page 49: Accessing Your Dvr From The Internet

    Do not assign the ports used by your DVR for Web, Media, Setup or Mobile to any other device on your local network. CAUTION Also, when choosing a port for port forwarding an Internet connection to your DVR, do not use any of these ports, or other ports on your network already in use. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...
  • Page 50 SECTION 4: NETWORKING YOUR DVR 2. Determine if your router/modem has a dynamic IP address (one that can change arbitrarily, often used by internet service providers (ISPs) for cable/DSL modems) or static IP address (unchanging). If you are unsure, contact your ISP for this information.

  • Page 51: Accessing Your Dvr With A Web Browser

    URL for your modem/router using a web-based service such as DynDNS.com. With that service, your DVR might be addressed as HTTP://JDSmithDVR.dyndns.com. After connecting to your DVR with IE, a login window will appear. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 52: Live Screen

    SECTION 5: ACCESSING YOUR DVR WITH A WEB BROWSER In the Login window, enter a USER ID and PASSWORD, then click LOGIN. The USER ID “Admin” has complete privileges to manage the DVR remotely. The default password for USER ID Admin is “888888”. 5.2 Live screen After logging in to your DVR, the Live screen will appear.

  • Page 53: Replay Window

    The Remote window allows you to configure your DVR from your local computer if you logged in with the Admin USER ID. To expand the menu tree and open a configuration menu, click the “plus” box to expand the tree, then click the menu you want to see. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 54: Local Setting

    SECTION 5: ACCESSING YOUR DVR WITH A WEB BROWSER The options on these screens are identical to those in the DVR menu system. Refer to the chapters Installing the System and DVR Menu System in this document for more information. After making changes to a Remote setting menu, click the SETUP button at the bottom of the window to commit the changes.

  • Page 55: Logout

    SECTION 5: ACCESSING YOUR DVR WITH A WEB BROWSER Click the icon in the upper-right corner to close the Remote Setting window before selecting another screen or window. 5.6 Logout Clicking LOGOUT returns you to the USER LOGIN screen. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 56: Kweye Smartphone App

    SECTION 6 KWeye Smartphone App KWeye is a free smartphone app for use with your model DVR9004N, DVR9008N, and DVR9016N DVRs. Features include: Compatible with most models of these phones: Apple iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch, Google Android, Symbian, Windows •...
  • Page 57 In the Search Store field in the upper right corner of the screen, enter kweye. — After KWeye is found, click the Free App button, then click Buy in the popup window to download the application. — KWeye will appear in your iTunes LIBRARY > Apps list. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 58: Installing Kweye In Android

    SECTION 6: KWEYE SMARTPHONE APP After downloading the app, attach your iPhone to your computer, sync the application to your phone. — 6.1.2 Installing KWeye in Android To install applications using Android Market perform the following steps: With your Android phone, go to the Applications menu and open Android Market. —...

  • Page 59: Using Kweye

    To use the Device Info in the Settings screen to access your DVR, tap the Back button in the upper left corner. • Tap the Play button to start watching video from the DVR. • PTZ Controls: Select Direction, Channel Zoom, Iris, Switch Focus Channel Group Play/Stop Snapshot Settings SW Information H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...
  • Page 60 SECTION 6: KWEYE SMARTPHONE APP To view a particular camera, tap the Select Channel button for the camera channel. If you are connected to an 8- and • 16-channel system and the channel button is not shown, tap a Switch Channel Group icon (next group, , or previous ), to change the Select Channel buttons until the channel number is shown, then tap the button for the group...

  • Page 61: Dvr System Menus

    Email Network PIP 1x1 Mobile Output PIP 1x2 IP Address Duration VGA / BNC Switch Other Settings Alarm Buzzer Prerecord Channel Exception Protocol I/O Alarm Motion Baud Rate Motion Data Bit Stop Bit Motion Parity Address H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 62: Tool Bar

    SECTION 7: DVR SYSTEM MENUS 7.1.1 Tool Bar The Tool Bar provides icons for accessing menu features. Manual Record / Auto System Settings Stop Manual Record Keylock Sequence Advance Play Mute On/Off EZoom Tool Bar Tool bar icon functions: System Settings: Opens the system configuration menu system. Play: Search, playback and backup recorded files.

  • Page 63: Menu Options

    Several tabs have options that are spread across more than one window. You can move from window to window by pressing the “>>” button. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 64: System Menu

    SECTION 7: DVR SYSTEM MENUS 7.2 System menu The System menu (see above) contains parameters for setting the basic configuration of your system. it includes the following options: 7.2.1 Language Use this option to change the language of the DVR menu text and the On-Screen Display. 7.2.2 Video System Set the system output to the camera input (PAL or NTSC).

  • Page 65: User Management

    PASSWORD: Change the password. The following settings can be configured only by a user with administrative privileges. ADD USERS: To add new user, enter a new username and password. Password must be entered in both the Password and Confirm Password fields. Password cannot exceed 6 digits. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...
  • Page 66 SECTION 7: DVR SYSTEM MENUS CHANGE PASSWORD: Select the username whose password you want to change, then enter the old password, the new password, and the new password again in the Confirm Password field. DELETE USER: In this window, select the user you want to delete, then click the “check” button in the lower right corner of the window.
  • Page 67 (Admin) cannot be changed. Initially, two users exist: Admin and User1. The default password for Admin is “888888” and the default password for User1 is “666666”. If forget your password, you can reset the password by shunting the pin of block J17 on main board for 5 seconds while the system is running. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 68: Volume

    SECTION 7: DVR SYSTEM MENUS 7.2.5 VOLUME Click VOLUME [System Settings -> System -> Volume] to open the Volume setting window. In the Volume window, drag the slider left or right to decrease or increase the volume level. 7.2.6 Click HDD [System settings -> System -> HDD] to open the HDD (hard disk drive) management menu. STATE: The HDD can have one of three possible “states”: OK, un-format, and No Disk.

  • Page 69: Maintenance

    DVR will restart. NOTE: The system upgrade usually requires more than two minutes to complete. LOAD DEFAULT: Restores all the system configuration to the factory settings. REBOOT: Use this function to restart the DVR. POWER OFF: Use this function to power off the DVR. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 70: Information

    SECTION 7: DVR SYSTEM MENUS AUTO MAINTAIN: When AUTO MAINTAIN is ON, you can set a time for system to perform a restart. 7.2.8 Information Click Information [System settings -> System -> Information] to open the Information display. This display includes: device type, software version, release date, import parameter and export parameter.

  • Page 71: Record Channel

    120 fps with all channels. The frame rate can be set from 1 fps to 30 fps per channel. 7.3.6 Audio Select OPEN or CLOSED. OPEN indicates that the audio recording for all channels is enabled; CLOSE indicates that audio recording is disabled. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 72: Packtime

    SECTION 7: DVR SYSTEM MENUS 7.3.7 Packtime Record Pack Time is the time length of video segments saved during the backup of recorded video to an external device when alarm recording is disabled. There are four options: 15 min, 30 min, 45 min, and 60 min. 7.3.8 Record Mode Record mode includes two general categories: ALWAYS and SCHEDULE.

  • Page 73: Video

    You can assign a name to each channel. The channel name can be up to 9 characters in length. 7.4.3 Position You can set the position where the channel name appears in the view window. Press ENTER to switch from U-L, D-L, U-R, D-R and OFF. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 74: Live

    SECTION 7: DVR SYSTEM MENUS 7.4.4 Live Set to ON to view the channel in live mode; set to OFF to disable live viewing. 7.4.5 Audio If the camera channel you are configuring is associated with a microphone,set up audio inputs for the current channel. The option includes UNBIND, CH1, CH2, CH3, and CH4.

  • Page 75: Network

    In this window, you can configure network, DDNS, email, and mobile access settings. The default IP addresses and port settings of your DVR may be different from those shown in this document. Always use NOTE network settings that are compatible with your network(s). H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 76: Network Setup

    SECTION 7: DVR SYSTEM MENUS 7.5.1 Network Setup After selecting network mode, static, DHCP, or PPPOE allocation, and setup the web port, you can access the DVR remotely across the internet. STATIC network settings When selecting STATIC allocation, you must enter the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and a web port. MEDIA PORT: Port used to transfer video data from the DVR to a client.
  • Page 77 When selecting DHCP, the DHCP server will assign the DVR IP address and other network settings. When you select DHCP and save your configuration, the DVR will connect to the DHCP server and acquire its network settings. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 78: Ddns Setup

    SECTION 7: DVR SYSTEM MENUS 7.5.2 DDNS Setup Move the cursor to DDNS SETUP and press ENTER to open the DDNS Setup menu. DDNS: Select either ON and OFF. If a DDNS server is available, select ON. SERVER: Select one of the three providers: 3322, dyndns, or perfecteyes. HOST NAME: Enter the name of the host server.

  • Page 79: Mobile Monitor

    NETWORK TYPE: Select on of the following options: 3G, 2.5G, 2.75G, and WIFI, then click the “check” button in the lower right corner of the window to commit your settings. Connect the DVR to the Internet before setting the DVR port number. The port number cannot be the same as the ports specified in other network menus. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 80: Alarm

    SECTION 7: DVR SYSTEM MENUS You can only view one camera channel at a time from a mobile phone. The speed of the display depends on the speed of the NOTE internet connection 7.6 Alarm Move the cursor to ALARM and press ENTER to open the alarm menu. 7.6.1 OUTPUT This function sets the output time for the I/O alarm when an alarm is triggered.

  • Page 81: Exception

    If the buzzer alarm is OFF, exception alarms will not be triggered. NOTE 7.6.6 I/O Alarm Click Tool Bar -> System settings -> Alarm -> I/O Alarm to open the I/O Alarm menu. Options are defined below. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 82: Motion Detection

    SECTION 7: DVR SYSTEM MENUS CHANNEL: Select the channel you need to setup. I/O ALARM: Each channel corresponds to an I/O status, which means when an alarm is triggered, it will activate the corresponding channel to start alarm recording. N.O.: Normally open alarm type. In the normal state, the sensor device is kept at a constant low voltage (open circuit). If output voltage changes from low to high, then the alarm is triggered (closed circuit).
  • Page 83 Video channel without (left) and with (right) areas of motion sensing To return to the MOTION DETECTION menu from the MD AREA setup screen, right-click anywhere. RECORD: If set to ON and the channel is triggered by motion, the channel will record. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 84: Ptz

    SECTION 7: DVR SYSTEM MENUS BUZZER: If set to ON and the channel is triggered by motion, the buzzer will sound. PRERECORD: If set to ON and the channel is triggered by motion, the previous 5 seconds of video from the channel is recorded. EMAIL: If set to ON and the channel is triggered by motion, a picture of the channel will be send with the email notification.

  • Page 85: Stop Bit

    Select the parity setting of the PTZ device. Options include NONE, ODD, EVEN, MARK, and SPACE. The default setting is NONE. 7.7.7 Address Select the address ID of the PTZ device. Options are 1 .. 255. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 86: Cleaning

    SECTION 8: CLEANING SECTION 8 Cleaning Clean the camera lens and IR lamp shield with a mild glass cleaning solution and a lint free cloth. Remove all foreign particles, such as plastic or rubber materials, attached to the camera housing. These may cause damage to •...

  • Page 87: Specifications

    9.84 x 8.58 x 1.65 in 12.40 x 8.82 x 2.05 in 17.13 x 13.23 x 2.17 in (250 x 218 x 42 mm) (315 x 224 x 52 mm) (435 x 336 x 55 mm) H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

  • Page 88: Appendix A Off-Loaded Video Files

    APPENDIX A: OFF-LOADED VIDEO FILES APPENDIX A Off-loaded Video Files Video files can be off-loaded to a USB flash drive or downloaded using IE. For the best compatibility and performance with Windows operating systems, we recommend that you choose AVI file format for all video backups and downloads. Backing up files to a USB flash drive Before playing backed-up files on a Windows operating system with an application such as Windows Media Player, it may be necessary to install the file format CODEC.

  • Page 89: Appendix B Troubleshooting

    Updating may fail if the USB port is doesn’t work well due to voltage fluctuation. • $ Mouse doesn’t work. A mouse of a different brand may not work with your DVR. Use the one provided with the system. Wireless mice do not work • with your DVR. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...
  • Page 90 APPENDIX B: TROUBLESHOOTING $ There is no output from a single channel, multiple channels or all video channels. Check the power adaptor connections. • Check the video input/output cable connections on the back panel of DVR. • Insert the video source directly into the display device to verify that it is working properly. •...
  • Page 91 The remote control may be too far away or at an extreme angle to the sensor. • Check the remote control batteries • Make sure that the remote control and the sensor on the DVR are not damaged. • H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...
  • Page 92 APPENDIX B: TROUBLESHOOTING $ Cannot login to the DVR through IE (across a network). Verify that the DVR is connect to the network. • Check if LINK or 100M LED is displayed normally on the panel; • Use the ping command (ping <DVR IP address>) to verify that you can connect to the DVR. •...

  • Page 93: Appendix Chdd Installation

    1500 SATA HD161HJ SATA Samsung HD501LJ SATA C.2 DVR9004N HDD Installation The DVR9004N will accommodate only one internal HDD. The HDD bolts to the chassis with four screws inserted up through the underside of the chassis. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...
  • Page 94 APPENDIX C: HDD INSTALLATION Follow recommended electrostatic discharge (ESD) guidelines while performing this procedure. Install the HDD in a static-free  environment, wearing a certified ESD wrist strap. If a static free environment and ESD wrist strap is not available, touch the bare metal of the DVR chassis frequently when installing the drive to dissipate the static charge naturally generated on your skin and CAUTION clothing and avoid touching electronic components.
  • Page 95 HDD mounting screw holes Chassis HDD mounting screw holes Underside of the HDD 6. Position the HDD as shown in the photo below, aligning the chassis HDD mounting screw holes with the chassis HDD mounting screw holes. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...
  • Page 96 APPENDIX C: HDD INSTALLATION 7. While holding the HDD in place in the chassis, carefully turn over the chassis with the HDD, then install the four HDD mounting screws to anchor the HDD to the chassis. Tighten the screws until snug. mounting screws 8.

  • Page 97: Dvr9008N/Dvr9016N: Hdd Installation

    3. Remove the top cover from the DVR by removing the five cover screws on the back of the chassis, and the three on each side. See the drawing below. 4. Remove the two HDD mounting brackets from one of the HDD bays in the chassis by removing the four screws. Retain the screws to reattach the brackets later. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...
  • Page 98 APPENDIX C: HDD INSTALLATION HDD bays SATA data cable HDD mounting SATA power cable Screws brackets PC board 5. Attach a mounting bracket to each side of the HDD as shown below using the pan-head medium-thread screws provided. Use two screws for each bracket. After starting the screws, slide each brackets toward the front of the drive (away from the connector end), then tighten until snug.

  • Page 99: Dvr9008N/Dvr9016N: Installing A 2Nd Internal Hdd

    DVR chassis frequently when installing the drive to dissipate the static charge naturally generated on your skin and CAUTION clothing and avoid touching electronic components. . To install a 2nd HDD, do the following. 1. If your DVR is powered on, follow the recommended procedure to power it off. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...
  • Page 100 APPENDIX C: HDD INSTALLATION 2. Remove the top cover from the DVR by removing the five cover screws on the back of the chassis, and the three on each side. Remove the two HDD mounting brackets from one of the HDD bays in the chassis by removing the four screws. Retain the screws to reattach the brackets later.

  • Page 101: Appendix Ddvr Compatible Usb Dvd Recorders

    The following portable USB DVD recorders found to be compatible with the DVR. Sony® DRX-S70U-R • HUGE USB Slim Portable Optical Drive • LG® GE20LU10 • LiteOn® eSAU108 • Buffalo™ DVSM-P58U2/B • Other USB recorder devices may also be compatible. H.264 4/8/16-channel Networkable DVRs...

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