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Explorer™ EX8 Plus Mobile
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Installation and User's Guide
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  • Page 1 Explorer™ EX8 Plus Mobile Digital Video Recording (DVR) System Installation and User’s Guide Manual Type *700-0048* Document part number 700-0048 R003...

  • Page 3: Contact Information

    Inc. that are the property of their respective owners. They are used in this User Manual for identification purposes only. User Manual Revision This is the July 2007 revision for this User Manual and is copyright, July 2007 of Seon Design Inc. All rights reserved. Exclusion of Liability...

  • Page 5: Abbreviations And Acronyms

    Who This Guide is For The Installation and User’s Guide is intended for anyone who needs to install and operate the Explorer EX8 Plus Mobile Digital Video Recording (DVR) System (EX8 Plus System). This Guide provides information and procedures for installing, configuring, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the EX8 Plus System.

  • Page 6: Related Documentation

    HD Reader User’s Guide Document part number 700-0036 TR-INR Inertia Sensor Installation and Document part number 700-0041 User Guide Finding Information Online You can find information about Seon Design Inc,. as well as its products and services, by visiting www.seon.com. 700-0048 R003...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1. EX8 Plus System- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2 1.2.
  • Page 8 Contents Chapter 3 Configuring the DVR 3.1. Configuring the DVR - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–2 3.2.
  • Page 9 A.5. Smart-Link™ Module - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–4 SEON DESIGN™ INC. PRODUCT WARRANTY DISCLAIMER - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - W–1...
  • Page 11 Tables Table 1-1 Front panel features - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–3 Table 1-2 Description of DVR buttons - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–5 Table 2-1...
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  • Page 13 Figures Figure 1-1 EX8 Plus DVR front panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–3 Figure 1-2 Back panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–7 Figure 2-1...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Introduction

    HAPTER Introduction This chapter describes the product features and components of the Explorer EX8 Plus Mobile Digital Video Recording (DVR) System (EX8 Plus System).

  • Page 16: Ex8 Plus System

    Introduction 1.1. EX8 Plus System The EX8 Plus System consists of the following components: • EX8 Plus DVR • Lock box • Cameras • Hard drive • Driver’s indicator panel (video recording label optional) • GPS (Global Positioning System) (if purchased) •...

  • Page 17: Ex8 Plus Dvr

    Introduction 1.3. EX8 Plus DVR 1.3.1. DVR Front Panel Features The EX8 Plus DVR has important features on the front of the unit such as the hard drive lock, removable hard drive, wheel, indicator lights, the DVR SHUTTLE buttons for selecting menus and changing settings, the port, and the VIDEO jack.
  • Page 18 Introduction Table 1-1 Front panel features Item Description wheel (outer wheel) SHUTTLE 1. During playback, turning the wheel clockwise speeds the play forward from 1× to SHUTTLE 2×, 4×, 6×, 8×, 16× and 32× the normal speed. 2. During reverse playback, turning the wheel counter clockwise speeds the play SHUTTLE backward from 1×, 2×, 4×, 6×, 8×, 16×...

  • Page 19: Dvr Buttons

    Introduction 1.3.2. DVR Buttons The DVR buttons on the front panel will illuminate when the buttons are activated. The DVR buttons perform more than one function and are described briefly in Table 1-2. Chapter 4, “Operating the DVR” provides detailed information on using the DVR buttons.
  • Page 20 Introduction Table 1-2 Description of DVR buttons Button Description If the DVR is not recording, pressing the button will start to play the recorded CH 4 PLAY PLAY video and audio. Pressing the button pauses the video playback and provides a still frame video CH 5 PAUSE PAUSE...

  • Page 21: Dvr Back Panel Features

    Introduction 1.3.3. DVR Back Panel Features The back panel of the EX8 Plus DVR features the inputs where the DVR connects to the other components of the EX8 Plus System. See Figure 1-2. Chapter 2, “Installation” provides detailed information on connecting to the back panel.

  • Page 22: Lock Box

    (For installing the DVR under a seat, use of the Underseat Mounting Bracket Kit is recommended. For installing the DVR in a vertical mount, the Vertical Mounting Bracket Kit is recommended. Contact your sales representative at Seon Design for more information.) 1.5. Cables and Harnesses The wiring connections to the EX8 Plus System includes: •...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2 Installation

    HAPTER Installation This chapter provides information and procedures for installing the EX8 Plus System.

  • Page 24: Installing The Ex8 Plus Dvr And Lock Box

    Lock box • Lock box keys for securing the hinged locking door • Cameras • Driver’s indicator panel • Seon video recording label (if purchased) • Smart-Link™ module • Smart-Link-to-DVR connection harness (10 feet) • Ignition harness (20 feet) •...

  • Page 25: Step 1: Installing The Lock Box

    Seon Design. Important note Important: If you are mounting the lock box under a seat, please contact your Seon Design sales representative or dealer for information on the Underseat Mounting Bracket Kit before starting the installation. Important:...

  • Page 26: Vertical Installation

    It is highly recommended that the Vertical Mounting Bracket Kit is used to help stabilize the lock box in a vertical installation. If you are mounting the lock box vertically, please contact your Seon Design sales representative or dealer for information on the Vertical Mounting Bracket Kit before starting the installation.

  • Page 27: Step 2: Installing The Dvr In The Lock Box

    DVR slides in. 2.4. Step 3: Installing the Cameras If you have purchased cameras from Seon Design, install the cameras according to the documentation that shipped with the product. If you have cameras already installed, see “2.4.1. Checking the Camera Cable Connections”.

  • Page 28: Table 2-1 Camera Cable Wiring

    The camera cable is 20 feet or 50 feet in length and should be long enough to reach from a camera mounted to the header or ceiling of a bus down to the DVR lock box. Different cable lengths can be obtained by contacting Seon Design. The camera cable can be surface run or concealed.

  • Page 29: Step 4: Connecting The Dvr

    Installation 2.5. Step 4: Connecting the DVR 2.5.1. Connecting to the DVR Back Panel Figure 2-4 shows the back panel of the EX8 Plus DVR which provides the connectors for the camera inputs, alarm input cable, power input harness, control cable, Ethernet, video in and out, audio in and out, and power.

  • Page 30: Figure 2-5 Smart-Link-To-Dvr Connection Harness

    Installation To connect to the back of the DVR: 1. Plug the 6-pin mini-DIN connector from each camera into the mating connector on the back of the DVR. See Figure 2-4. 2. Plug one end of the Smart-Link-to-DVR connection harness into the POWER connector.

  • Page 31: Step 5: Connecting The Ignition Harness, Power Harness, Fuses And Fuse Holders

    Installation 2.6. Step 5: Connecting the Ignition Harness, Power Harness, Fuses and Fuse Holders Important: The two in-line automotive fuse holders are for: • protecting the yellow ignition trigger wire on the ignition harness. The ignition trigger fuse holder uses the 1 A automotive blade fuse. •...

  • Page 32: Connecting The Power Harness To The Battery

    If you need assistance in determining a suitable location to mount the Smart-Link, contact Customer Service at Seon Design. (The dimensions for the Smart-Link are provided in “A.5. Smart-Link™ Module” on page A–4.) To install the Smart-Link module: 1.

  • Page 33: Figure 2-8 Smart-Link Module

    Installation 4. Plug the other end of the Smart-Link-to-DVR connection harness into the connector on the Smart-Link. POWER OUT TO DVR 5. Plug the ignition harness (shown in Figure 2-7) into the connector POWER IN on the Smart-Link. 6. Connect the red wire to a 12 VDC battery connection. Connect the black wire to a ground connection.

  • Page 34: Connecting The Signal Harness

    Installation 2.7.1. Connecting the Signal Harness The 5-conductor signal harness shown in Figure 2-9 connects to the various signals in the vehicle, including turn signals, brake lights, stop-arm, and warning lights, for example. If the signals are not being used with the system, then this harness does not have to be installed.

  • Page 35: Connecting The Speed Cable

    Table 2-3. The green speed pulse signal is designed to interface to speed sensors that output a pulse signal of up to 20 VDC, 20 VAC or speed sensors that use open-collector style outputs. Contact Seon Design for recommended speed sensors to use with the EX8 Plus System.

  • Page 36: Step 7: Installing The Gps Receiver

    “2.9. Step 8: Installing the Driver’s Indicator Panel” on page 2–14. Seon Design provides several models of GPS receivers designed to work with the EX8 Plus System. Contact your sales representative at Seon Design for the GPS receiver best suited for your application.

  • Page 37: Status Of The Driver's Indicator Panel

    Installation 2.9.1 Status of the Driver’s Indicator Panel Pushing the alarm button of the driver’s indicator panel causes an alarm event to be recorded by the DVR. The button corresponds to Alarm 1 on the Smart-Link alarm harness. The indicator ring indicates the status of the DVR. See Table 2-4. Table 2-4 Driver’s indicator panel status Ring Color Function...

  • Page 38: Tr-Inr Inertia Sensor

    The inertia sensor has adjustable trigger thresholds which can be wired to trigger alarms and signals. The unit measures 4.55" × 2.55" ×1.65" (H×W×D). Contact your sales representative at Seon Design for TR-INR inertia sensor options. 2.12. CAN Network The EX8 Plus DVR has a built-in CAN interface for connecting to J1939 compliant vehicle networks.

  • Page 39: Configuring The Dvr

    HAPTER Configuring the DVR This chapter provides information and procedures for configuring the DVR.

  • Page 40: Table 3-1 On-Screen Display Information

    HD USED Indicates the software version of the DVR. When VERSION contacting Seon Design about any service or operational issues, please have the software version available. In the above example, the software version is V1.01. Indicates the operation status of the DVR. The options...
  • Page 41 Configuring the DVR Table 3-1 On-screen display information Feature Description Information • (Latitude) • (Longitude) LONG • (Speed) Identifies the 10 different signals: SIGNALS • (Left) • (Stop) • (Break) • (Warning lights) • (Right) • FIVE USER DEFINED CAN SIGNALS Voltage Indicates the system voltage.

  • Page 42: Ex8 Plus Dvr Main Menu

    Configuring the DVR 3.2. EX8 Plus DVR Main Menu The EX8 Plus DVR main menu lets you set the time and date, create titles, and customize other menu items. To view the main menu: 1. If the DVR is recording or playing, press the button on the front of the STOP DVR.

  • Page 43: Software Version

    3.2.1. Software Version The software version in the DVR is displayed at the bottom of every menu. When contacting Seon Design about any service or operational issues, please have the software version available for Customer Service. In Figure 3-3, for example, the software version is 1.15.

  • Page 44: Table 3-2 Time/Date Configuration Items

    Configuring the DVR 6. Repeat these steps to set the Time Format, Time, Date Format, Date, Auto Daylight Saving, Start On, From, End On, and From menu items. See Table 3-2. 3.2.2.1. Time/Date Configuration Items Table 3-2 Time/Date configuration items Menu Item Description Values...
  • Page 45 Configuring the DVR Table 3-2 Time/Date configuration items Menu Item Description Values Default Set the month and week of the month • NOV 1 ST SUN END ON for daylight saving to end, for example, NOV 1st SU. • 1 ST 2 ND 3 RD 4 TH...

  • Page 46: Using The Titles/Display Menu

    Configuring the DVR 3.2.3. Using the Titles/Display Menu Use the Titles/Display menu to set the on-screen title and other on-screen options. To view the Titles/Display menu: 1. On the main menu, turn the wheel to highlight TITLES DISPLAY 2. Press the button.

  • Page 47: Table 3-3 Titles/Display Configuration Items

    Configuring the DVR 3.2.3.1. Titles/Display Configuration Items Table 3-3 Titles/Display configuration items Menu Item Description Values Default The main title is displayed on every • MAIN TITLE view and can be up to 24 characters • 0 to 9 applicable. long.

  • Page 48: Using The Record Menu

    Configuring the DVR 3.2.4. Using the Record Menu Use the Record menu to set the resolution, camera speed in frames per second (FPS), the image quality, the Record Delay-On and Record Delay-Off times, and other general recording options. To view the Titles/Display menu: 1.

  • Page 49: Table 3-4 Record Configuration Items

    Configuring the DVR 3.2.4.1. Record Configuration Items Table 3-4 Record configuration items Menu Item Description Values Default The recording resolution can be set 720×480 720×240 RESOLUTION to one of three different levels. A 720×240 higher recording resolution will 360×240 mean a shorter recording time on a hard drive.
  • Page 50 Configuring the DVR Table 3-4 Record configuration items Menu Item Description Values Default By turning Record Audio to , no RECORD AUDIO signal is recorded from the audio inputs. This feature is useful if no microphones are being used as hard drive memory space will not be used to record uncesseary audio channels.

  • Page 51: Table 3-5 Picture Quality Settings

    If the cameras are set to record at different rates, contact Seon Design for assistance in calculating the recording capacity.

  • Page 52: Table 3-6 Estimated Recording Time In Hours With 80 Gb Hard Drive

    Configuring the DVR Table 3-6 Estimated recording time in hours with 80 GB hard drive Picture Quality and Resolution Frames per second (FPS) 360×240 360×240 360×240 720×240 720×240 720×240 720×480 720×480 720×480 1698 1280 1277 Table 3-7 Estimated recording time in hours with 500 GB hard drive Picture Quality and Resolution Frames per second (FPS)

  • Page 53: Using The Alarms Menu

    Configuring the DVR Table 3-8 Estimated recording time in hours with 750 GB hard drive Picture Quality and Resolution Frames per second (FPS) 360×240 360×240 360×240 720×240 720×240 720×240 720×480 720×480 720×480 1650 1266 1032 2054 1491 1032 1266 2391 2100 1295 1679...

  • Page 54: Figure 3-6 Alarms Menu

    Configuring the DVR Figure 3-6 Alarms menu To change a setting on the sub-menu: 1. Turn the wheel clockwise or counter clockwise to change the value. 2. Press the > button to advance through the fields. LOCK 3. Press the <...

  • Page 55: Table 3-9 Alarm Configuration Items

    Configuring the DVR Figure 3-7 Alarm settings sub-menu 6. Repeat these steps to set the Alarm Input, Alarm Duration, Camera Speed and Quality. See Table 3-9. 7. To exit the menu, press the button. MENU Table 3-9 Alarm configuration items Menu Item Description Values...

  • Page 56: Table 3-10 Alarm 1 Settings Configuration Items

    Configuring the DVR Table 3-10 Alarm 1 settings configuration items Menu Item Description Values Default Alarm input option refers to the type . (normally open) would ALARM INPUT of contact closure required to activate activate an alarm when an alarm. All of the alarm inputs are connected to ground.
  • Page 57 Configuring the DVR Table 3-10 Alarm 1 settings configuration items Menu Item Description Values Default Aggregate 30 FPS at 720×480 , 20 , 15 , 10 CAMERA SPEED resolution across all eight channels. , 7.5 CAMERA SPEED Aggregate 60 FPS at 720×240 CAMERA SPEED resolution across all eight channels.

  • Page 58: Using The Timers Menu

    Configuring the DVR 3.2.6. Using the Timers Menu Use the Timers menu to change the timer schedules to meet different bus route requirements. To view the Timers menu: 1. On the main menu, turn the wheel to highlight TIMERS 2. Press the button.

  • Page 59: Table 3-11 Timers Configuration Items

    Configuring the DVR Table 3-11 Timers configuration items Menu Item Description Values Default Enable Timers lets you record (When turned ENABLE TIMERS at preset times during the day. the DVR will not record The vehicle ignition must be unless a timer has been turned on for the timers to turned work.

  • Page 60: Using The Signals Menu

    Configuring the DVR 3.2.7. Using the Signals Menu The EX8 Plus DVR using the Smart-Link module has the ability to record various signals from the vehicle. For example, when the brakes are applied, the text can be recorded on the camera picture. Use the Signals menu to configure ten different character strings to be displayed when an external analog signal or CAN message has been sent.

  • Page 61: Table 3-12 Signal Configuration Items

    Configuring the DVR Table 3-12 Signal configuration items Menu Item Description Values Default (Left) LABEL (Stop) (Brake) (Warning lights) (Right) 6–10 Signals 6 to 10 are CAN signals and are defined by the user. See No default. “2.12. CAN Network” on page 2–16. Level indicates the activation LEVEL ACTIVE HIGH...

  • Page 62: Using The Gps/Speed Menu

    Configuring the DVR 3.2.8. Using the GPS/Speed Menu The EX8 Plus DVR has the ability to display and record GPS data from an external GPS receiver, as well as display and record vehicle speed from several different sources. To view the GPS/Speed menu: 1.

  • Page 63: Table 3-13 Gps/Speed Configuration Items

    Set the speed display option to the desired input type. Note: All of the speed input devices are optional. Contact your sales representative at Seon Design to obtain the optimal speed solution. If Speed is being recorded from the...
  • Page 64 Configuring the DVR Table 3-13 GPS/SPEED configuration items Menu Item Description Values Default The EX8 Plus DVR can record vehicle speed by 2500 to 150,000 003000 SPEED PULSE COUNT counting the number of pulses received either from a vehicle speed sensor or a vehicle Transmission Control Module ( ).

  • Page 65: Using The Network Menu

    Configuring the DVR 3.2.9. Using the Network Menu The EX8 Plus DVR has a built-in network interface for connecting to an office network or to certain peripheral devices. Use the Network menu to set the communication parameters necessary to use the Ethernet connection on the EX8 Plus DVR.

  • Page 66: Table 3-14 Network Configuration Items

    Configuring the DVR Table 3-14 Network configuration items Menu Item Description Values Default If a DHCP server is being used, DHCP select . To assign specific network parameters for IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS Server, set the DHCP option to For the IP address, enter a static IP address for the DVR.

  • Page 67: Using The System Menu

    Configuring the DVR 3.2.10. Using the System Menu The System menu allows control of system level settings and functions that should only be accessed by authorized individuals. To view the System menu: 1. On the main menu, turn the wheel to highlight SYSTEM 2.

  • Page 68: Table 3-15 System Configuration Items

    Configuring the DVR Table 3-15 System configuration items Menu Item Description Values Default Lets you use the • will download alarm TOUCH TOUCH ALARMS ALARMS button without a video events only, starting with the DOWNLOAD monitor. See “4.5.2. U latest segment and working SING ONE-TOUCH backwards.
  • Page 69 MEM 2 MEM 3 LOAD DEFAULTS SEON sets of default settings: applicable SEON (the Seon factory options and , one of MEM 1 MEM 2 MEM 3 three settings that can be changed by the user. The EX8 Plus DVR has four...

  • Page 70: Updating The Software Program

    DRIVE actually erased). 3.2.11. Updating the Software Program The software update must be obtained from Seon Design. Attempting to load other software will not work on the EX4 DVR. Updating the software program on the DVR involves the following steps: •...

  • Page 71: Figure 3-13 Export Defaults Popup Menu

    Configuring the DVR 3.2.11.2. Backing up Your Currently Used Settings This process will save your current DVR settings to the USB memory device. The settings will be reloaded later. To back up your currently used settings: 1. Turn the wheel to select and press the button.

  • Page 72: Figure 3-15 Load Defaults Popup Menu

    The Load Defaults popup menu appears, as shown in Figure 3-15. Figure 3-15 Load defaults popup menu 4. Turn the wheel to select SEON Selecting loads Seon factory options. SEON 5. Press the button to load the default settings. ENTER The screen will display, “...

  • Page 73: Figure 3-16 Import Defaults Popup Menu

    MENU 3.2.11.6. Formatting the Hard Drive Important: The hard drives supplied by Seon Design are pre-formatted to work in the EX4 DVR. Before formatting an existing hard drive, you may wish to create an archive file using the HD Reader. For more information, see the HD Reader User’s Guide, document part number 700-0036.

  • Page 74: Figure 3-17 Format Hard-Drive Popup Menu

    Configuring the DVR 3. Press the button. MENU 4. Turn the wheel to select the System menu, and press the button. ENTER 5. Press the > button to select Format Hard-Drive. LOCK 6. Press the button. ENTER The Format Hard-Drive menu appears as shown in Figure 3-17. Figure 3-17 Format hard-drive popup menu Press the button to exit the process.

  • Page 75: Chapter 4 Operating The Dvr

    HAPTER Operating the DVR This chapter provides information and procedures for operating the DVR.

  • Page 76: Operating And Monitoring The Dvr

    Operating the DVR 4.1. Operating and Monitoring the DVR The EX8 Plus DVR front panel provides several features which are used to operate and monitor the status of the DVR: DVR buttons, connectors, status indicator light, wheel. During normal operation of the DVR, any of SHUTTLE the indicator lights may be illuminated to show the status of the unit.

  • Page 77: Table 4-1 Using The Dvr Buttons

    Operating the DVR Table 4-1 Using the DVR buttons Button Description With the vehicle ignition turned , and the DVR powered off, pressing the POWER POWER button for 3 seconds will power up the DVR, but does not initiate recording. With the vehicle ignition turned , and the DVR still powered up in the RECORD...
  • Page 78 Operating the DVR Table 4-1 Using the DVR buttons Button Description > • Press the button for three seconds in Live or Record mode to enable a One- LOCK LOCK Time password option. > • Press the > button moves to the next field in menu mode when you are configuring the DVR.

  • Page 79: Viewing Recorded Video

    Operating the DVR Table 4-1 Using the DVR buttons Button Description • While configuring in the menu mode, the button acts as the key. Press ENTER ENTER ENTER button to navigate to the selected sub-menu. CH 8 TOUCH ENTER • Press the button to start One-touch download.

  • Page 80: Replacing The Hard Drive

    (document part number 700-0036). Please refer to this user guide which is available online at www.seon.com. 4.5. Extended Operational Functions 4.5.1. Reading CAN messages Contact Seon Design for assistance in setting up CAN messages for your DVR. The Smart-Link module will require programming for your specific applications. 4–6 700-0048 R003...

  • Page 81: Using The One-Touch Download Option

    Operating the DVR 4.5.2. Using the ONE-TOUCH Download option Using the port, you have the option to download specific information to a drive. To use the O download option: OUCH 1. In the System menu, select the option. See “3.2.10. TOUCH DOWNLOAD Using the System Menu”...
  • Page 82 Operating the DVR Figure 4-2 Search menu To change a setting on the menu: 1. Turn the wheel clockwise or counter clockwise to change the value. 2. Press the > button to advance through the fields. LOCK 3. Press the <...

  • Page 83: Table 4-2 Event Types

    Operating the DVR 7. When the desired event has been chosen, press the button to TOUCH begin playing that event. Several different types of events may be listed. Table 4-2 describes these events. Table 4-2 Event types Event Description N (Normal) A normal recording session, started with the vehicle ignition.

  • Page 84: Table 4-3 Search Menu Configuration Items

    Operating the DVR 4.5.3.3. Search Menu Configuration Items Table 4-3 Search menu configuration items Menu Item Description Values Default is one of the two options for METHOD BY EVENT BY EVENT BY TIME DATE BY EVENT searching. • If is selected, then the BY EVENT field is active and the EVENT...

  • Page 85: Using The Copy Menu

    Operating the DVR 4.5.4. Using the Copy Menu The EX8 Plus DVR can save information to a USB memory device. To copy: 1. Insert a drive that has sufficient free space into the port on the front panel of the DVR. 2.

  • Page 86: Table 4-4 Copy Menu Configuration Items

    Operating the DVR Table 4-4 Copy menu configuration items Menu Item Description Values Default The first option lets copy either COPY VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO information from the DVR, or VIEWER download a small program. The VIEWER program has very limited VIEWER functionality and is designed for quick diagnosis of the video information.

  • Page 87: Turning The Buzzer Off

    Operating the DVR 4.5.5. Turning the Buzzer Off The DVR has a built-in alarm buzzer that can be activated under certain warning or alarm conditions. The alarm buzzer settings can be configured in the menu. For SYSTEM more information, see “3.2.10. Using the System Menu” on page 3–29. To turn the buzzer off: 1.

  • Page 88: Advanced Smart-Temp

    Operating the DVR Table 4-5 LOW VOLTAGE/LOW/HIGH TEMP indicator LOW VOLTAGE HIGH TEMP Voltage level to DVR indicator will … Status of the DVR Below 10.5 VDC Illuminate The DVR will stop recording and begin to shut down as the voltage is too low to operate the camera properly.

  • Page 89: Chapter 5 Maintenance And Returning Product For Service

    HAPTER Maintenance and Returning Product for Service This chapter provides information and procedures for performing periodic maintenance on the EX8 Plus System and returning any part of the system for service.

  • Page 90: Maintenance

    DVR shutting down on a hot day due to inadequate air circulation. If you need a new fan filter, contact your dealer or Seon Design to obtain a replacement. To replace the fan filter: 1.

  • Page 91: Returning Product For Service

    Maintenance and Returning Product for Service 5.2. Returning Product for Service If any part of the EX8 Plus System is to be returned to Seon Design Inc. for service, please contact Seon, provide the model or serial number of your unit, and ask for a Return Authorization (RA) number.
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  • Page 93: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

    HAPTER Troubleshooting This chapter provides information and procedures on troubleshooting the EX8 Plus System.

  • Page 94: Troubleshooting The Ex8 Plus System

    The EX8 Plus System is designed for high reliability of operation. If, however, you have any problems with your system, read this Troubleshooting chapter. If you cannot resolve the issue, contact Customer Service at Seon Design. Symptom Possible Cause and Solution All problems.
  • Page 95 Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause and Solution There is no picture on the video monitor • Check the connections inside the camera, as well as the output. connections inside the DVR lock box. • Is the indicator on the back panel OLTAGE illuminated? The live camera picture is snowy, fuzzy,...
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  • Page 97: Appendix A Specifications

    Appendix A Specifications This appendix provides the product specifications for the Explorer EX8 Plus Mobile Digital Video Recording (DVR) System. Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 98: Ex8 Plus Dvr

    Specifications A.1. EX8 Plus DVR Video Input/Output 75 Ohm NTSC video Video Resolution 720×480, 720×240, 360×240 pixels Video Compression MPEG-4 Hard Drive Style Single 2.5" or 3.5" Hard Drive Size 40 GB to 750 GB Hard Drive Removal Hot swappable, locking key-secured Camera Input Connector 8 ×...

  • Page 99: Dvr Functional Features

    Specifications A.2. DVR Functional Features Time Format 12 Hour or 24 Hour mode Date Format YYYY YYYY YYYY Daylight Saving Time (Automatic) and , Programmable Start and Stop Main Title 24 characters Camera Titles 12 characters per camera Repeat Record User selectable Record Delay-On 0 seconds to 60 minutes...

  • Page 100: Lock Box

    Specifications A.4. Lock Box Main Enclosure 18 GA cold rolled steel (CRS) Enclosure Brackets 18 GA CRS Coating Outdoor polyester powder paint, black Tray Slide Rails Industrial UHMW-PE Door Lock Industrial cam lock, keyed alike. Different keying available. Dimensions (H × W ×D) 4.5 ×...

  • Page 101: Seon Design™ Inc. Product Warranty

    All service/replacement parts and repairs are warranted for a period of 90 days. Subject to the terms and conditions listed below, during the warranty period, Seon will repair or replace, at its sole option, free of charge any defective products returned prepaid. In the event you have a problem with any...
  • Page 102 In no event shall Seon’s total liability for any damages to you or any other person in connection with the products or this agreement exceed the lower of the suggested list price or the actual price paid for the products, regardless of whether such liability arises from contract, tort, warranty or any other form of claim.
  • Page 104 Seon Design Inc. Unit 111, 3B Burbidge Street Coquitlam, BC Canada V3K 7B2 Telephone 604.941.0880 Toll Free Telephone 1.877.630.7366 604.941.0870 Toll Free Fax 1.866.664.3677 Email sales@seon.com Web site www.seon.com Document part number 700-0048 R003 Printed in Canada...

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