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Securitytec DS-8004HCI-S User Manual

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  • Page 1 Colossal PRO DVR DVRCOL16PRO User Manual 4, 8 & 16 channel models Advance H.264 Digital recorder...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Index Safety Precautions ....................... 5 Chapter1 Product Introduction ..................8 Summary ........................8 Model Description ......................8 Features ........................9 Typical Application ....................11 Chapter2 Installation ....................12 Check DVR and its Accessories ................. 12 HDD Installation ......................12 Installing SATA HDD ....................12 DS-8000HCI-S Rear Panel Connection ..............
  • Page 3 6.1.1 Add Users ......................68 6.1.2 Delete User ...................... 69 6.1.3 Password Modification ................... 70 6.1.4 User Rights....................... 71 Device ID ........................73 Video Standard and VGA Setup ................74 Date and Time Setup ....................75 6.4.1 Daylight Saving Time Setup ................77 Image Setup ........................
  • Page 4 Upgrade from USB Flash ..................124 Upgrade from CD ..................... 124 Upgrade from FTP Server ..................125 8.3.1 FTP Server Setup ..................125 8.3.2 Use DVR FTP Upgrade Function ............... 127 8.3.3 Use RS-232 Serial Command ..............127 Use Client Software to Upgrade ................130 Appendix A HDD Capacity Calculation .................

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, please do not remove the cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside, please contact us directly for repairing. Important Safeguards: 1. Go through these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4.
  • Page 6 requires a solid mounting surface for equipment with no movement or vibration. 13. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has...
  • Page 7 this apparatus. 22. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. Dispose of the replaced battery in an environmentally friendly way. Cleaning: You can clean the unit with a moist lint-free cloth or chamois leather cloth. Warning: This device is intended for use in public areas only.

  • Page 8: Chapter1 Product Introduction

    Chapter1 Product Introduction Summary DS-8000 series Network Digital video Recorder is an excellent digital surveillance product. It adopts embedded MCU (Microprocessor Control Unit) and an embedded Real-Time Operating System (RTOS), combining the most advanced technology in the Information Industry such as video and audio encoding/decoding, hard disk recording and TCP/IP transmission.

  • Page 9: Features

    Features Compression:  Supports up to 16 video channels (NTSC/PAL). Each channel is independent, H.264 hardware compression and real-time (NTSC 30FPS, PAL 25FPS). Supports both variable bit rate and variable frame rate  Supports up to 16 channels audio input channels. Each channel is independent OggVorbis compression and the bit rate is 16Kbps ...
  • Page 10  Supports Privacy Mask (blank portions of camera views)  Supports camera block alarm  Supports 2-ch synchronous playback. Support play forward, backward, pause, frame by frame, etc  Supports play back by files or by time/date  Displays local record status PTZ: ...

  • Page 11: Typical Application

     Remote upgrade of DVR firmware  RS-232 supports transparent channel function so that the remote PC can use DVR to control serial devices  Supports bi-directional audio or one-way audio broadcast  Supports IE to view and configure the DVR ...

  • Page 12: Chapter2 Installation

    Chapter2 Installation Check DVR and its Accessories Please follow the packing list in the packing box and carefully check the contents of the shipping container. If any of the items is missing, please contact your dealer. HDD Installation The DVR is without HDD when leaving factory. Based on the record schedule, you can calculate the total capacity you need (refer to Appendix A).
  • Page 13 3. Remove the metal top cover by removing two screws from the rear of the cover, slide the cover towards the rear and lift it from the unit. 4. Remove the metal hard drive brackets (remove one screw from the top of the mounting plate, lift the rear of the plate and slide backwards).
  • Page 14 5. Place the hard disks you wish to install on the flat table with the mounting side facing 6. Place the metal hard disk bracket on top of the hard disks, and fasten each hard disk with 4 screws to the bracket. 7.
  • Page 16 8. Check all connections, and reinstall the metal cover on the DVR. 9. Connect the power cable and power on the DVR. 10. Press [MENU] key to enter into DVR main menu. Go to the "Utilities" menu and choose "Hard disk" to format the hard disks. Check that all installed disks are detected by the DVR (shown in the menu).
  • Page 17 Hard drive installation is complete.

  • Page 18: Ds-8000Hci-S Rear Panel Connection

    DS-8000HCI-S Rear Panel Connection DS-8004HCI-S Rear Panel: Index Physical Interface Description Video input Standard BNC Audio input Standard BNC Main video output Connect CCTV monitor, output video and menu Main audio output Local audio output Audio line input for voice talk...
  • Page 19 DS-8008HCI-S, DS-8016HCI-S Rear Panel: Index Physical Interface Description Video input Standard BNC Audio Input Standard BNC Spot monitor for live video and playback Spot video output Spot audio output Spot monitor for live audio and playback Main video output Main monitor for live video playback and menu Main monitor for live audio and playback Main audio output Line input for audio...

  • Page 20: Ds-8000Hdi-S Rear Panel Connection

    Relay output 4 relay outputs Ground AC input 100~240VAC DS-8000HDI-S Rear Panel Connection DS-8004HDI-S, DS-8008HDI-S, DS-8016HDI-S Rear Panel: Index Physical Interface Description Video input Standard BNC Audio Input Standard BNC Spot video output Spot monitor for live video and playback Spot audio output Spot monitor for live audio and playback Main video output...

  • Page 21: Ds-8000Hdi-Sl Rear Panel Connection

    Line in Line input for audio VGA interface VGA display Connect RS-232 devices. Refer to Appendix B for pin RS-232 definition Connect network devices. Refer to Appendix B for pin Network interface definition USB flash memory, USB HDD, USB CD/DVD or USB USB Interface mouse E-SATA...
  • Page 22 Index Physical Interface Description Video input Standard BNC Loop output Standard BNC Audio input Standard BNC Spot video output Spot monitor for live video and playback Spot audio output Spot monitor for live audio and playback Main video output Main monitor for live video playback and menu Main audio output Main monitor for live audio and playback Line in...

  • Page 23: Ds-8000Hfi-S Rear Panel Connection

    DS-8000HFI-S Rear Panel Connection DS-8004HFI-S Rear Panel: ESATA ALARM LINE IN VOUT VAUX KEYBOARD 2 G G G 70 70 60 60 60 60 40 40 40 40 70 70 RS-485 T+ T- R+ R- ON ↓ 2 3 4 G G AOUT AAUX RS-232...
  • Page 24 DS-8008HFI-S, DS8016HFI-S Rear Panel: Index Physical Interface Description Video input Standard BNC Audio input Standard BNC Spot video output Spot monitor for live video and playback Spot audio output Spot monitor for live audio and playback Main video output Main monitor for live video, playback and menu Main audio output Main monitor for live audio and playback Line in...

  • Page 25: Ds-8000Hsi-S Rear Panel Connection

    Alarm input 16 sensor alarm in Relay output 4 relay outputs Ground 100~240VAC AC Input DS-8000HSI-S Rear Panel Connection DS-8004HSI-S rear panel ESATA ALARM VOUT VAUX LINE IN KEYBOARD 2 G G G 70 70 60 60 60 60 40 40 40 40 70 70 RS-485 T+T - R+ R - LOOP...
  • Page 26 Ground terminal AC input 100~240VAC E-SATA Optional. Extend 1 internal SATA to E-SATA. DS-8008HSI-S DS-8016HSI-S rear panel LOOP VOUT ALARM RS-485 70 70 60 60 60 60 40 40 40 40 70 70 ESATA T+ T- R+ D+ D- 3 G 4 G AOUT VOUT LINE IN...

  • Page 27: Ds-8000Hti-S Rear Panel Connection

    External Alarm Input 16 sensor alarm in. Relay Output 4 replay output. Ground 100~240VAC AC Input USB interface is on the front panel DS-8000HTI-S Rear Panel Connection DS-8004HTI-S, DS-8008HTI-S, DS-8016HTI-S Rear Panel: Index Physical Interface Description Video input Standard BNC Audio Input Standard BNC Spot video output...
  • Page 28 Main video output Main monitor for live video playback and menu Main audio output Main monitor for live audio and playback Line in Line input for audio VGA interface VGA display Connect RS-232 devices. Refer to Appendix B for pin RS-232 definition Connect network devices.

  • Page 29: External Alarm In/Out Connection

    External Alarm In/Out Connection Alarm input dry contact: Alarm input port (dry contact): G (GND): Connect the GND of sensor. 1~8: Alarm input, support normal open/normal close. 0: Reserved. Alarm output: 1G~4G: 4 relay output. Alarm output connection: Connect with DC device Connect with AC device.
  • Page 30 Powering Up: Note: Complete all cable connections before powering on the DVR. 1. Switch on all connected equipment. 2. Connect the power cable to the unit. 3. Switch on the power supply power switch.

  • Page 31: Chapter3 Operational Instructions

    Chapter3 Operational Instructions DVR Front Panel        Index Type Name Description IR receiver Camera 1 - 16 Show 1-16 camera status. Green means recording; indicator Red means network transmission; Orange means Lamps recording and network transmission. POWER POWER Device switch with power indicator lamp.
  • Page 32 2. [AUTO] in PTZ control 1. Manual record 2. Preset in PTZ mode EDIT 1. In edit state, delete the current cursor character 2. [IRIS+] in PTZ mode 3. Select  or × to enable or disable 1. Enter into PTZ control mode 2.

  • Page 33: Ir Control

    IR Control Index Name Description POWER Power DVR on/off Enable/Disable IR remote control Same as numeric keys on front Numeric Keys panel EDIT Same as [EDIT] key on front panel Same as [A] key on front panel Same as [REC] key on front panel Same as [PLAY] key on front PLAY panel...
  • Page 34 Direction Keys Same as direction keys and enter ENTER key on front panel Same [PTZ] key on front panel Same as [ESC] key on front panel Reserved Reserved for future use Same as [F1] key on front panel IRIS, FOCUS ZOOM for lens Lens control control Same as [F2] key on front panel...

  • Page 35: Osd Menu Description

    unit is actually working. Humans can’t see the IR LED flashing on the remote when keys are pressed. Cameras can see the LED flash. Aim the Remote at a conveniently placed camera and you can see the LED lash on the monitor. OSD Menu Description 3.3.1 Main Menu Items Menu Name...

  • Page 36: Navigating Menus In Ds8000 Series Dvr

    Save parameter Restore factory parameters Upgrade firmware HDD management Through mode Utilities Transact Stop alarm output Local port Reboot Power off View log System information 3.3.2 Navigating Menus in DS8000 series DVR The Operation Manual provides step by step instructions in the early chapters. The later chapters provide directions without indicating some of the individual key presses because you will have learned the basics by then.
  • Page 37 each control method. In Live View control: Double click the left mouse key on an individual camera cameo in a multi-screen display to go to full screen. Double click again to return to the previous multi-screen display. A right mouse click produces a pop-up menu that provides access to a large number of features.
  • Page 38  Click on the ‖Day‖ window next to ―Date.‖ The pop up box allows you to change the number entry. Just click on the numbers you want (don’t forget leading zeros).  Always remember to navigate to the ―Confirm‖ button and press ―Enter‖ to update your selections.
  • Page 39  Use the arrow keys to move to selected menu options and press ―Enter‖ to select. Enter (or, Edit) will also change check box selections.  Select the ―Setup‖ button next to time/date. You are now in a ―Sub, Sub menu.‖ ...

  • Page 40: Menu Operation

    3.3.3 Menu Operation How to access the menus:  Press the [MENU] key to enter the DVR main menu  Press the [PLAY] key to enter the playback menu  Press the [REC] key to enter the manual record menu ...
  • Page 41 Each sub-menu contains several related items. Select the entry desired. 1. Check Box: Provide 2 options. ―‖ means enable and ―×‖ means disable. Select either [ENTER] or [EDIT] to change selections. 2. List Box: Provides more than 2 options. However, only one of them can be selected.

  • Page 42: Character Input

    Character Input There is a status line at the bottom of all character entry screens. For example: In the ―camera name‖ edit box the following status line appears at the bottom of screen. The word ‖Number‖ indicates that you can use the numeric keys to input numbers. Press the [A] key to change input modes.

  • Page 43: Chapter4 Basic Operation Guide

    Chapter4 Basic Operation Guide Power on Note: It is always a good idea to check the power supply before connecting the AC cable and applying power. The DS8000 is equipped with a universal power supply that will accommodate 120/240VAC, 50/60Hz. Units with an input power selector switch must be placed in the correct input voltage position for the local area before applying power.

  • Page 44: Live View

    Live View At startup, the DVR will enter the live view mode. On the live display you will see the date/time, camera name and camera/alarm status line in addition to the video from attached (and configured) cameras. The information in the status line is described later in this manual.
  • Page 45 Blue Motion detect recording External alarm recording See the following chart for alarm status indications: Icon Icon Color Status Description White Video signal lost Yellow View tampering alarm Pink Motion & External alarm Green No alarm Blue Motion alarm External alarm Press the numeric keys to switch to an individual camera in live view.
  • Page 46 select camera #12. Press the [EDIT] key to manually sequence live views. You can set auto preview mode in the menu (refer to section 5.2). Press the [PREV] key to switch multi-screen views. Press the [Enter] key to pause/resume sequence live view.

  • Page 47: Login

    Login Note: The DVR factory default user name and password is ―admin‖ ―12345‖. ―admin‖ is the administrator which allows access to all of the DVR functions,it can not be renamed. The administrator can create up to 15 individual users and apply individual privileges to each,.

  • Page 48: Ptz Control

    PTZ Control Note: Ensure that PTZ communication parameters have been configured properly before attempting normal operation. Your password must have PTZ control enabled in order to control cameras. Note: Please refer to ―PTZ Setup‖ in section 6.14. Entering the PTZ control interface: In live mode, press the [PTZ] key.
  • Page 49 PTZ Control Options: Direction control keys: [↑], [↓], [←], [→] ZOOM control keys: [ZOOM+], [ZOOM-] FOCUS control keys: [FOCUS+], [FOCUS-] IRIS control keys: [IRIS+], [IRIS-] Adjust preset keys: [REC/SHOT]; Auto control key: [PLAY/AUTO] Wiper control key: [WIPER/MENU] Light control key: [LIGHT/F1] Auxiliary control key: [AUX/F2] Calling Preset positions:...

  • Page 50: Manual Record

    Manual Record Note: In order to perform this function the DVR must have drives installed and formatted and the user login password must have ―Record‖ enabled.Manual record will lose effective after reboot. Manual record: 1. In the live view mode, press the [REC] key. In the pop-up login dialog, select a user name and input the correct password to enter into the ―Manual Record‖...
  • Page 51 both recording and network transmission. 3. Start/Stop: ―‖ means start recording corresponding channel. ―×‖ means stop recording. 4. Start All: Press this button to start all channels recording. 5. Stop All: Press this button to stop all channels from recording. Note: Manual recording will loss effective after reboot.

  • Page 52: Playback

    Playback Note: The user must have ―Playback‖ permission associated with the user name and password in order to enter playback mode. Playback interface: In the live view mode, press the [PLAY] key. In the pop-up login dialog, select a username and input the correct password to enter the ―Playback‖...
  • Page 53 3. Rec Type: Use [↑] or [↓] to select recorded files type. The file type options have ―All‖, ―All Time‖, ―Motion Detect‖, ―Alarm‖ and ―Manual‖. 4. Time Selection: You can define the search time section. Move ―Active Frame‖ to the time edit box, use numeric keys to input the detail time. 5.
  • Page 54 One channel search If there are more than eight matched files, use ―Page No.‖ to select additional pages (use numeric keys or [↑] [↓] keys to select a page). In the file list box, use the [↑] [↓] keys to move the scroll bar to the desired file and press [ENTER] to playback the file.
  • Page 55 One-Channel Play-back Two-Channel Play-back There is an information bar at the bottom of the display with the following information: Volume, Play Progress, Play Speed, Played Time and File Total Time. The following front panel playback controls are available: 1. Display/Hide information bar: [MENU] 2.
  • Page 56 4. Adjust play speed: Normal speed is ―1x‖. Use [↑] to increase play speed (2X, 4X, 8X and MAX). Use [↓] to decrease play speed (1/2X, 1/4X, 1/8X and Single Frame). When in ―Single‖ pressing [ENTER] moves forward one image (single step).

  • Page 57: Backup Recorded Files

    Backup Recorded Files Note: The user must have ―Playback‖ permission associated with the user name and password in order to enter playback mode and back-up files. Some applications require data to be saved for a long period of time. The required information could range from a short video clip up to the entire database.
  • Page 58 Backup File Backup video clips: You can back-up video clips as the file is being played back. The steps are: 1. Search for and select the video you want to export. 2. Play the video and press [EDIT] to start saving the clip. 3.
  • Page 59 Note: The backup function is effective when two channels are playback synchronously. In such case, each channel can backup 30 segments so 60 segments can be backed up for two channels. Playback backup video files: You can playback recorded files in any PC using File Player software. File Player software is available on the CD supplied with the DVR.

  • Page 60: Powering Down The Dvr

    Powering Down the DVR Note: Turning off the power switch on the rear panel, or pulling the power cord from the unit is not recommended in order to avoid corrupting data on the disk drives. The safer method is to enter the Menu and turn off the power using the Utilities Menu. Alternately you can press and hold the front panel Power key (or, the IR Remote Power key) for five seconds.
  • Page 61 Note: A message will display indicating ―Power Off in Process.‖ Do not press any additional keys while the shutdown is taking place. Abnormal Shutdown: Warning: Do not power off the unit by switching off the power supply power switch or by pulling the power plug! Removing the power unexpectedly while the DVR is accessing the disk drives will cause damage to the data and possibly to the drive.

  • Page 62: Chapter5 Main And Spot Output

    The DVRs listed below have one main video output and one spot output. The main video output provides access to the DVR menu. The spot output does not. It is intended for normal operation, not system setup. DS-8004HCI-S, DS-8008HCI-S, DS-8016HCI-S series DS-8004HSI-S, DS-8008HSI-S, DS-8016HSI-S series DS-8004HFI-S, DS-8008HFI-S, DS-8016HFI-S series...

  • Page 63: Main And Spot Output Live View

    function, ensure that you are in the ―Main‖ mode. Main and Spot Output Live View The ―Main‖ output is typically used for control of all DVR functions. It provides all the same functionality as the VGA monitor output. The [Main/Aux] key toggles between the ―Main‖ and ―Spot‖ output control modes. Select the ―Main‖...
  • Page 64 Screen Setup Options: 1. Select Out: Use ―Select Out‖ to select the main or Spot outputs: 2. Preview Mode (Live view mode): Use the [↑] [↓] keys to select the desired screen configuration for edit. The menu allows you to select screen formats and insert camera numbers as desired.

  • Page 65: Main And Spot Output Playback

    6. Alarm/Aux Out: This configures the monitor that will switch to full screen on alarm. 7. Save the setup selections: Select ―Confirm‖ to save the viewing configuration. Press ―Cancel‖ or [ESC] to abort. Main and Spot Output Playback Both the ―Main‖ and ―Spot‖ display can be used to playback the recorded files on the DVR HDD.

  • Page 66: Chapter6 Advanced Operation Guide

    Chapter6 Advanced Operation Guide Only users that have ―Parameters Setup‖ permissions assigned to their user name can perform the operations in this section. When the following parameters are modified and saved, you must reboot the DVR before the new parameters take effective. Parameters mentioned earlier do not require a reboot.

  • Page 67: User Management

    User Management The Factory Default user name and password is ―admin‖ ―12345.‖ The user name ―admin‖ can’t be changed. You can change the admin password for security reasons. Move the ―Active Window‖ to ―User‖ and press the [ENTER] key to enter the ―User Management‖ menu.

  • Page 68: Add Users

    6.1.1 Add Users Additional users may be added by those with admin rights: 1. Enter the ―User Management‖ menu (select User from the main menu). 2. In the ―User Management‖ menu, select the ―Add‖ button and press [ENTER]. 3. Input the new user name in the pop-up dialog and press [ENTER] (up to 15 users can be added).

  • Page 69: Delete User

    step if you do not want to change the password. 2. Enter the desired password. 3. Verify the entry. 4. Select confirm. 6.1.2 Delete User 1. In the ―User Management‖ interface use the [] [] keys to select a user, then use [] to move the ―Active Window‖...

  • Page 70: Password Modification

    6.1.3 Password Modification Admin rights are required to change passwords. 1. Enter the User Management menu: 2. Select a user name to edit in the user name list box. Use [][] to select a user, 3. Press [→] to move the ―Active Window‖ to password edit box and press [EDIT] to enter the edit status.

  • Page 71: User Rights

    In this case, press [ENTER] to return to the password edit box, and reenter the new password and verify again. 6.1.4 User Rights Setup permissions for new users: 1. In the users list box of the ―User Management‖ menu, use the [] [] keys to select the user name, then use the [] key to move to the ―Set Privileges‖...
  • Page 72 Note: Operational rights are divided into ―Local Rights‖ and ―Remote Rights‖. You can assign the necessary rights to the user. 1. Use the [] [] keys to select items and press [ENTER] or [EDIT] to enable or disable the item. ―‖ means the right is assigned to that user. 2.

  • Page 73: Device Id

    MAC address: This MAC address is not the address of DVR. It is the MAC address of the PC that will access the DVR. If the MAC address is set to all zeros the user may connect to the DVR from any remote PC.

  • Page 74: Video Standard And Vga Setup

    Video Standard and VGA Setup Video standard: Changing the video format (NTSC/PAL) is easily performed in the Display menu. 1. Select the ―Display Menu from the Main Menu. 2. Select the ―Video Standard‖ button and select the appropriate standard for your area (NTSC/PAL).

  • Page 75: Date And Time Setup

    Date and Time Setup Setting the Date/Time: 1. Enter Display section. 2. Enter the date and the time in the appropriate boxes below DST Setup. 3. Enter section Setup next to DST. 4. Enable or disable the DST (Daylight Savings Time) option. If you enable DST you must enter the change dates for your time zone.
  • Page 76 Selecting Camera Date/Time display settings: 1. Enter the ―Image‖ Menu and select a camera to modify. 2. Select the ―Date OSD.‖ Options include: Opaque&Steady, Transparent&Steady, Transparent&Flashing, Opaque&Flashing, 3. Select the ―Position button next to the OSD setup. A display window will show the position of the Time/Date display.

  • Page 77: Daylight Saving Time Setup

     MM-DD-YYYY hh:mm:ss  DD-MM-YYYY day in week hh:mm:ss  DD-MM-YYYY hh:mm:ss  YYYY-MM-DD day in week hh:mm:ss  YYYY-MM-DD hh:mm:ss YYYY = year, MM = month, DD = day, hh = hours, mm = minutes and ss = seconds. 6.

  • Page 78: Image Setup

    Image Setup 6.5.1 Camera Name Setup You can modify camera names in the ―Camera Input Adjustment‖ Camera Name: Menu. Note: Camera names can’t be copied to other cameras. 1. From the ―Main Menu,‖ select the ―Image‖ menu. 2. Select a camera to configure. 3.

  • Page 79: Video Parameter Setup

    1. If you do not want to display the camera name, disable the check box beside camera name edit box. The disable flag is ―×‖. If you enable the check box, you can setup the camera name position. You can copy the position to any other camera.
  • Page 80 4. Repeat the steps above to adjust any other cameras. 5. Press ―Confirm‖ to save the settings, or ―Cancel‖ or [ESC] to abort.

  • Page 81: Mask Area Setup (Privacy Mask)

    Mask Area Setup (Privacy Mask) Some cameras may be installed in a sensitive area where it would be advantageous to mask a portion of the image to prevent viewing and recording. A Privacy Mask can be applied to any camera. This area will be blacked out on the viewed and recorded image. Setup of a Privacy Mask: 1.
  • Page 82 each camera.  Once you have the area(s) defined, press [EDIT] to accept, or [ESC] to cancel. Saving the masked area:  In ―Camera Input Adjustment‖ menu, press the ―Confirm‖ button to save the mask area, or press ―Cancel‖ to abort. ...

  • Page 83: View Tampering Alarm

    View Tampering Alarm With this function enabled, an alarm will be produced when the camera view is blocked. 1. Enter the ―Camera Input Adjustment‖ menu. 2. Select a camera: Use [] [] keys to select a camera. 3. Reach the list dialog box next to ―View Tampering‖. 4.
  • Page 84 7. Alarm schedule setup: When there is a view tampering alarm present, the DVR will handle the alarm based on the schedule selected. You can set 4 periods for each day of the week. You can copy the schedule of one day to other days. Note: Time periods may not overlap.

  • Page 85: Video Loss Alarm

    Video Loss Alarm This feature provides an alarm when camera input video is lost. 1. Enter the ―Camera Input Adjustment‖ menu: 2. Select camera: Use [] [] keys to select a camera. 3. select the ―Handle‖ option next to ―Signal Loss.‖ 4.

  • Page 86: Motion Detection Alarm

    5. Setup alarm policy: You can select one or more response: ―On Screen Warning‖, ―Audible tone‖, ―Upload to Center‖ and ―Trigger Alarm Output‖. Use the [] [] and [EDIT] key to enable or disable items. ―×‖ is disable and ―‖ is enable. 6.
  • Page 87 be active. If you select low sensitivity, such as 0, a great deal of image movement is required to generate a motion alarm. A high sensitivity setting (like 5) will respond to smaller motions within images. The default sensitivity is 2. You may have to test different sensitivity levels in order to find the appropriate settings for some cameras.
  • Page 88 Note: Press [A] key to clear all motion areas. The keys used to setup motion areas are as follows:  [↑] [↓] [←] [→]: Move yellow pane to any position.  [EDIT]: Yellow - panel (position) changes to red (adjust panel size). ...
  • Page 89 2. Motion alarm record channel setup: Once a motion alarm has been detected that information can be used to trigger other alarm conditions. In the ―Motion Alarm Handle‖ menu you can select one or more channels to record based on a camera motion alarm input.

  • Page 90: Live View Setup

    6.10 Live View Setup The ―Preview‖ menu provides access to live view parameters. In ―Preview‖ (live) menu, you can setup live mode, screen sequence time, enable or disable audio and live view screen formats. Please refer to section 5.2 for details.

  • Page 91: Recording Setup

    6.11 Recording Setup Select ―Recording‖ from the main menu. Recording Menu Functions:  If HD Full: There are two options: ―Overwrite‖ and ―Stop recording‖. If you select the ―Overwrite‖ option, when all HDDs in DVR are full, the DVR will overwrite the earliest recorded files and continue recording.
  • Page 92 option, otherwise you can select the ―Video‖ option to record video Only. Note: If you change this option, the DVR must reboot before the changes take effect.  Resolution: Higher resolution provides a clearer image. The resolution options from low to high are: QCIF, CIF, 2CIF, DCIF, 4CIF. Note: Different DVR may support the different resolution level,some supports up to 4CIF and some may only support up to CIF.Please find the real resolutions under this list box of a particular DVR.
  • Page 93  If the bit rate (Max bit rate) is very low, and you select the ―Prerecord Time‖ as ―5 Seconds‖ the actual prerecord time is more than 5 seconds. On the other side, if the bit rate is high, and the ―Prerecord Time‖ is set to ―30 Seconds,‖ the actual prerecord time may be less than 30 Seconds.
  • Page 94 1. Enable ―Enable Rec‖ and enter the recording ―Schedule‖ menu. 2. In the recording menu, use [ENTER] or [EDIT] to enable the record function (―‖ flag). Select the ―Schedule‖ button to enter the recording schedule menu. 3. Select a day and enable all day recording: Day selection options: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
  • Page 95 options: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Navigate to the ―All Day‖ check box and ensure that it is deselected ([ENTER] or [EDIT] until an ―×‖ appears in the box). . 4. Setup time period and record type: You may select up to four time periods for each day and each time period can select a different record type.

  • Page 96: Alarm I/O Setup

    6.12 Alarm I/O Setup Configuring Input Alarms: 1. In main menu select ―Alarms‖ to enter the alarm setup menu. 2. Select an alarm input using the [↑] [↓] keys. 3. Alarm type: This is sensor type used. You can select ―Normal Open‖ or ―Normal Closed‖...
  • Page 97 5. Alarm trigger record channel setup: You can select channels to record for each alarm input. In the sub menu, you can use [ENTER] or [EDIT] to enable the record channel. ―×‖ means disable and ― means enable. Note: In order to trigger the channel to record, the channel must be enabled in the ―Recording‖...
  • Page 98 parameters. PTZ Linkage: 1. Select the ―PTZ Linkage‖ button to access the ―PTZ Linkage‖ setup menu: 2. Select a camera and then select one of following PTZ linkage options:  Preset: Set the flag as ―‖ to enable preset and enter the preset number in the presser selection box.
  • Page 99 Alarm relay output setup: 1. In the ―Alarms‖ menu, use the [↑] [↓] keys to select an alarm output. 2. Select delay time: This feature selects the amount of time the alarm triggers remain after the alarm clears. The post alarm option times are: 5 Seconds, 10 Seconds, 30 Seconds, 1 Minute, 2 Minutes, 5 Minutes, 10 Minutes and Manual Stop.

  • Page 100: Network Setup

    6.13 Network Setup This section describes network parameters for communication with remote software. Note: If any network parameter is modified, you must save and reboot the DVR before changes will take effect. In main menu select the Network option to access network setup. 6.13.1 Network Settings ...
  • Page 101 NTP is used for synchronizing time with time server, time server is provided by NTP service provider, time.windows.com is a famous time server provided by Microsoft. NTP Host:NTP server name. DDNS: Currently supports two protocols provided by DDNS service supplier. www.dyndns.com and www.peanuthull.com.
  • Page 102 not use the multicast function, you do not need to set this parameter. Some routers will prohibit multicast functions for security reasons.  Remote Host IP and Port: If you enable this IP and port the ―Upload to Center‖ option on exception alarm will notify the Upload Center. You can use the SDK to develop this center software function.

  • Page 103: Dhcp Function

    6.13.2 DHCP Function Selecting DHCP: 1. Enter ―Network‖. 2. Set the IP Address as ―0.0.0.0.‖ 3. Select ―Confirm‖ to save. 4. Reboot the DVR. During reboot, the DVR will look for a DHCP server and obtain a dynamic IP address. The IP number assigned will display in the menu. 6.13.3 PPPoE Function Enter the DVR ―Network‖...

  • Page 104: Ip Server Solution For Dhcp

    6.13.4 IP Server Solution for DHCP If DVR uses the PPPoE function, and gets one dynamic Internet IP address. If you set IP server with one fixed Internet IP in DVR Network advanced settings, DVR will send some information such as DVR name, DVR serial number, DVR current IP to that fixed IP address.

  • Page 105: Ptz Setup

    6.14 PTZ Setup There is one RS-485 port on the DVR rear panel used for PTZ control. 6.14.1 PTZ Connection Connect DVR/DVS RS-485 port Pin ―T+‖ with PTZ Pin ―A‖. Connect DVR/DVS RS-485 port Pin ―T-― with PTZ Pin ―B‖ If DVR/DVS RS-485 port is an RJ45 interface, please refer to DVR/DVS user manual for the RS-485 pin definition.
  • Page 106 PTZ menu Options:  Select channel: Select a PTZ camera.  RS-485 parameters: Including baud rate, data bit, stop bit, parity, flow control, etc. These parameters must be the same as those required by the PTZ protocol.  PTZ address: Each PTZ has a different address. ...

  • Page 107: Ptz Control

    6.14.3 PTZ Control In ―Preview‖ (Live view) mode, press the [PTZ] key to enter the PTZ control mode. The above screen is in camera 01 PTZ control mode. Press the [UP] [DOWN] [LEFT [RIGHT] keys to manually position the dome. 6.14.4 Preset Setup The Preset function allows the dome to return to a predetermined position (pan, tilt, zoom,...
  • Page 108 Add a preset number: 1. Enter the preset number (from 1-128) in the edit box. Then select ―Adjust‖ to enter the PTZ control interface. In PTZ control interface, you can use direction keys to adjust PTZ position, and use [IRIS+] [IRIS-] [FOCUS+] [FOCUS-] [ZOOM+] [ZOOM-] keys to adjust iris, focus and zoom.

  • Page 109: Sequence Setup

    6.14.5 Sequence Setup Each sequence is made up of several preset positions. Each preset point includes a preset number, dwell time and dwell speed. Please make sure the PTZ you are using can support the sequence function before you start the setup. You can save 16 sequences. 1.

  • Page 110: Cruise (Pattern) Setup

    6.14.6 Cruise (Pattern) Setup: Cruise (often referred to as pattern) ―remembers‖ a pre-selected series of camera movements. This series of dome movements will take place when the Cruise/pattern number is selected. 1. In ―PTZ‖ menu, select the ―Setup‖ button to the right of ―Cruise.‖ This will activate the Cruise setup menu.

  • Page 111: Rs232 Setup

    6.15 RS232 Setup There is one RS-232 port at DVR rear panel. 1. In main menu, move select ―RS232‖ to enter into DVR ―RS232‖ setup menu. RS232 menu parameters:  RS-232 parameters: Including baud rate, data bit, stop bit, parity, flow control, etc. ...
  • Page 112 Network. In the ―RS232‖ menu; select ―PPP‖ to enable the PPP setup function. Setup PPP parameter. PPP Options:  PPP Mode: There are two options: ―Active‖ and ‖Passive‖. ―Active‖ means the DVR will dialup through PSTN. The ―Active‖ function is not available yet. ―Passive‖ means DVR will wait for dialup.
  • Page 113  Local IP: Only used in ―PPP‖ mode. This IP is defined for the DVR.  Mask: Only used in ―PPP‖ mode. Remote IP and Local IP are in the same sub net.  Username, password and Verify password: Only used in ―PPP‖ mode. Used for login when a remote PC dialup connection is made through PSTN.
  • Page 114 ATQ1 ---- Commit instruction and not display AT&W&W1 ---- Save parameters  Use a DCE cable to connect the Modem to DVR RS232 port. Setup at PC end  Setup the Modem used on PC side. Use a DCE cable to connect the Modem to the PC serial port.
  • Page 115 Establish the dialup connection:...

  • Page 116: Exceptions Setup

    Select the Modem to be connected to the PC (similar to the dialup network connection). Input the telephone number connected to the DVR modem. Input the username and password. They must be the same as the DVR PPP setup. During the dialup connection, a message displays: ―verification of username and password.‖...
  • Page 117 Exceptions Options:  Audible Warning: DVR beep warning.  Upload to Center: Send exception information to center host PC.  Trigger Alarm Output: trigger local relay output.  Send Email.  You can select more than one handle methods.  After you finish setup, press ―Confirm‖...

  • Page 118: Chapter7 Utilities

    Chapter7 Utilities The ―Utilities‖ Menu includes several special options: Enter the ―Utilities‖ menu from the main menu: Utilities Options:  SavePara: Save the current parameters as default parameter.  Default Parameters: Reset to Factory Defaults.  Upgrade: Upgrade the DVR firmware (from USB ,CD or FTP). ...

  • Page 119: Restore Parameters

    Restore Parameters Restore factory default settings: (The IP address, gateway and port number will not be restored). DVR IP address and sub net in ―Network‖ menu will not be restored. Hard Disk Management Hard Disk Management Options:  Check Drive Status: Capacity, Free space, Stand by/Normal status. ...

  • Page 120: Clear Alarm Out

    Note: Before formatting stop all recording. After formatting, you must reboot the DVR; otherwise the DVR will not function properly. Clear Alarm Out  Clear an alarm in progress. This is the only way to stop an alarm when there is no alarm time designated.
  • Page 121 By Type To view the log information of a particular type: (Major and Minor.)  Major types include: Operation, Alarm, Exception and All.  For each major type there are associated minor types including: Power On, Shut Down, Abnormal Shut, Panel Login, Panel Logout, Panel Config., Panel File Play, Panel Time Play, Local Start Record, Local Stop Record, Panel PTZ, Panel Preview, Panel Set Time, Local Upgrade, Net Login, Net Logout, Net Start Record, Net Stop Record, Net Start Transparent Channel, Net Stop Transparent Channel,...
  • Page 122 2. For ―Major Type‖ option, select ―Alarm‖ option. For ―Minor Type‖ option, select one of following options: All, External Alarm In, External Alarm Out, Motion Detect Start, Motion Detect Stop, View Tamper Start, and View Tamper Stop. 3. Move ―Active Window‖ to the ―Search Log‖ button and press [ENTER] to start searching.

  • Page 123: System Information

    System Information Press the ―System Info‖ icon in the ―Utilities‖ menu to view the DVR system information:...

  • Page 124: Chapter8 Firmware Upgrade

    Chapter8 Firmware Upgrade Upgrade from USB Flash 1. In the ―Utilities‖ menu select the ―Upgrade‖ button. 2. In the popup dialog box select the USB button. Note: Make sure that the update firmware file is placed in the USB FLASH root directory, and that the USB FLASH is formatted as FAT32 file system.

  • Page 125: Upgrade From Ftp Server

    Upgrade from FTP Server 8.3.1 FTP Server Setup You can download the upgrade firmware from an FTP server through the internet. Here we use wftpd32.exe as the example: Run wftpd32.exe (FTP server software). Select ―Logging‖ in the menu. Choose Log Options in the sub menu, selecting as indicated below.
  • Page 126 4. Create new user: Click ―new user.‖ The New User dialog displays. Input user name ―target‖ and select ―OK‖. 5. In the password dialog, input password ―target‖ in ―New Password‖ and ―Verify Password‖ edit box. Click ―OK‖ to save and exit the dialog box. 6.

  • Page 127: Use Dvr Ftp Upgrade Function

    8.3.2 Use DVR FTP Upgrade Function Upgrading using FTP: You need a host PC running FTP server software with access to the upgrade firmware file (digicap). Make sure DVR and PC are in the same sub net. 1. In the ―Utilities‖ Menu select ―Upgrade.‖ 2.
  • Page 128  The parameters are: Baud rate: 115200bps, Data bit: 8 bits, Stop bit: 1 bit, Parity: No, Flow ctrl: None.  After connection is established successfully, press [Enter] on your PC keyboard, [→] will show on the hyper terminal interface.
  • Page 129  Type ―rebootDev‖ then press [Enter] on PC keyboard to reboot DVR.  Press "ctrl" + "u" keys of the PC keyboard immediately when rebooting, do not release them.  The following sentence is appeared: Please input [u/U] or [ESC] key Release "ctrl"...

  • Page 130: Use Client Software To Upgrade

    Use Client Software to Upgrade You can use the Client Software to upgrade the DVR firmware. Refer to Client Software user manual for instructions for configuring the connection between the DVR and Client Software. Enter into ―config‖ → ‖remote config‖ → ‖others.‖ Press explore to import the path of firmware ―digicap‖, click ―Upgrade‖...

  • Page 131: Appendix A Hdd Capacity Calculation

    Appendix A HDD Capacity Calculation Calculate total capacity needed by each DVR according to video recording (video recording type and video file storage time). According to Formula (1) to calculate storage capacity that is the capacity of each channel needed for every hour, unit Mbyte. ...

  • Page 132: Appendix B Dvr Connector Definition

    Appendix B DVR Connector Definition RS485 Connector Materials and tools required to make the cable:  CAT5 cable (8 pins).  Standard RJ45 connector.  Crimping tool for RJ45 connectors. Pin Definition: Pin definition for Standard RS-485 serial port RJ45 plug-in Note: The configuration of the other end of the cable depends on the product it is being connected to.
  • Page 133 UTP Network Connection Materials and Tools Required:  CAT5 cable: The length depends on the installation, no to exceed Network guidelines (100m).  Two standard RJ45 connectors.  Crimping tool for RJ45 connectors. Suggestion: have a network cable test tool to test each cable made. Pin Definition: There are two cable configurations typically used for CAT5 network cables (patch cable and cross-over cable).
  • Page 134 Cross-over cable: Use the following method to make a network cable when the DVR is connected directly to the client-end PC. End to end relationship of a cross-over cable...

  • Page 135: Rs232 Connection

    RS232 Connection Materials and Tools Required:  CAT5 cable (4 twisted pairs).  Standard RJ45 plug connector. One or more DB25 or DB9 plug-in.  An RJ45 crimp tool.  Soldering iron and solder. Pin Definition: Configure the RJ45 according to the following pin definition (I means DVR input, O means DVR output).
  • Page 136 Connection for RJ45 and DB25 (DTE) 2. The serial port of the DVR is connected with a DTE device with DB9 connector: Connection for RJ45 and DB9:...
  • Page 137 3. 25-pin to 9-pin converter internal connection is defined as follows: Connection for DB25 and DB9: 4. The serial port of the DVR is connected with a DCE device (like a MODEM); one end of the cable is an 8-pin RJ45 plug. The other end is DB25 pin connector. Connection for RJ45 and DB25 (DCE)

  • Page 138: Appendix C Specifications

    Appendix C Specifications Model name DS-8004HCI-S DS-8008HCI-S DS-8012HCI-S DS-8016HCI-S H.264 Video compression Preview resolution 4CIF real time (PAL: 704*576, NTSC: 704*480) Recording resolution QCIF&CIF real time, 2CIF 12/13fps, DCIF 8/9 fps, 4CIF 6/7 fps (PAL/NTSC) Video input BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Main video output 1 channel, BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω)
  • Page 139 Model name DS-8004HDI-S DS-8008HDI-S DS-8016HDI-S H.264 Video compression Preview resolution 4CIF real time (PAL: 704*576, NTSC: 704*480) Playback resolution 2CIF/CIF/QCIF real time, DCIF 15/18fps, 4CIF12/15fps (PAL/NTSC) Video input BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) 1 channel, BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Main video output 1 channel, BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Aux video output Stream type Video/ Video&Audio...
  • Page 140 Model name DS-8004HDI-SL DS-8008HDI-SL DS-8012HDI-SL DS-8016HDI-SL Video H.264 compression Dual stream support 4CIF real time (PAL: 704*576, NTSC: 704*480) Preview resolution Playback resolution 2CIF/CIF/QCIF real time, DCIF 15/18fps, 4CIF12/15fps (PAL/NTSC) Video input BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) 1 channel, BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Main video output 1 channel, BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Aux video output...
  • Page 141 DS-8000HFI-S Video compression H.264 Preview resolution 4CIF real time (PAL: 704*576, NTSC: 704*480) Playback resolution 4CIF/DCIF/2CIF/CIF/QCIF real time 8/16 channels BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Video input 1 channel, BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Main video output 1 channel, BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Aux video output Frame rate PAL: 1/16—25FPS, NTSC: 1/16—30FPS Stream type...
  • Page 142 Model name DS-8004HSI-S DS-8008HSI-S DS-8016HSI-S H.264 Video standard Preview resolution 4CIF real time (PAL: 704*576, NTSC: 704*480) QCIF/CIF real time 2CIF 15/16 FPS per channel Playback resolution QCIF/CIF real time DCIF 12/13 FPS per (PAL/NTSC) 2CIF 8/9 FPS per channel channel 4CIF 8/9 FPS per channel...
  • Page 143 DS-8000HTI-S H.264 Video compression Preview resolution 4CIF real time (PAL: 704*576, NTSC: 704*480) Playback resolution DCIF/2CIF/CIF/QCIF real time 4/8/16 channels BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Video input 1 channel, BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Main video output 1 channel, BNC (1.0Vp-p, 75Ω) Aux video output PAL: 1/16—25FPS, NTSC: 1/16—30FPS Frame rate Video/ Video&Audio...

  • Page 144: Appendix D Quick Search

    Appendix D Quick Search Type Name Description Index User Create and delete users. System has one management default administrator. The administrator can Safety create 15 users and define their rights. function Password Modify password. Management Format HDD, HDD information. management Recording Manual record, All time record, Motion detection 6.11...
  • Page 145 Remote Remote record real time stream. record Remote Remote playback the recorded files in DVR playback Download Download recorded files in DVR. Remote Remote upgrade firmware. upgrade Using IE to access DVR PSTN Access DVR through PSTN. 6.15.3 OSD setup 6.4, 6.5 LOGO Logo setup...

  • Page 146: Appendix E Troubleshooting

    Appendix E Troubleshooting Failure Possible reasons After plugging in power, turning on the power switch, Power cable is broken. ―POWER‖ light in front Panel does not turn on, and fan Power supply is broken. does not work. After plugging in power, turning on the power switch, Front panel cable...
  • Page 147 player (playm4.dll) Notes: Place the DVR in well ventilated space and ensure that there is no restriction to air flow around the unit. Do not place two units closely side by side as this will block the access holes on the sides of the units. Do not place anything directly on top of the unit that will block the air flow through the top cover holes.

  • Page 148: Appendix F Product Service

    Appendix F Product Service Thank you for choosing Hikvision products. Products that are found to be defective within the first 12 months will be repaired free of charge to the original purchaser. Products that are found to be defective within the first 30 days are eligible for a free of charge exchange service.

  • Page 149: Appendix G Customer Information Card

    Appendix G Customer Information Card Contact Name Company Name Address Phone Number E-mail Model Number of Product Serial Number of Product Purchase Date Distributor/Dealer...
  • Page 150 Suggestions:...

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