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Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions..........................................................................................................................................................................4 Introduction........................................................................................................................................................................................................5 Features ......................................................................
Appendix 5: Recording Times (in Hours)...................................................................................................................................................34 Appendix 6: RS232 Remote Protocol .........................................................................................................................................................35 Appendix 7: Compatible HDD Brands.....................................................................................................
Important Safety Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before operating this equipment. The improper operation may cause irreparable damage to the appliance. Lift and place this equipment gently. Do not expose this equipment to direct sunlight. Do not use this equipment near water or in contact with water. Do not spill liquid of a ny kind on the equipment. Do not unplug the power connector before turning the power off correctly.
Introduction The DXR116 combines a 16 channel multiplexer with a Digital Vi deo Recorder (DVR). The DVR offers many advantages over traditional time lapse VCR’s, allowing you to quickly access and search for a specific time segment or event which has been recorded. This high quality recorded video can be viewed at various playback speeds as well as frame-by-frame with the Jog Button feature To learn more about Strategic Vista products, please visit our website at www.strategicvista.
System Contents The DXR116 box should include the items listed below. Please take a moment to verify that no items are missing from the package. DXR116 Digital Video Recorder Installation / User Manual NOTE: Hard Disk Drives (not included in all models) 2 Keys for Hard Drive Cartridge Power Adapter and Cord KEEP THE KEYS IN A SAFE PLACE. THEY ARE NECESSARY FOR INSTALLATION / REMOVAL OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE.
Front Panel Controls 17 18 12 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 PAUSE HDD 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 HDD Full 16 ALARM REW FF TIMER PLAY MENU ENTER ZOOM REC SLOW POWER STOP REC PLAY SELECT 2 1. 3 1 7 8 Removable Cartridge Casing The DXR116 comes with 2 removable hard disk drive cartridges. 4 5 9 6 10 ¦ ) G 13 15 11 14 16 2. MENU Press MENU to enter the Main Menu. You will be prompted for a password upon pressing the MENU button. 3.
Press REC to start recording. (The progress.) icon will appear in the top-right corner of the screen when recording is in 14. REW / ? The REW / ? button has two functions: i. Pressing REW / ? plays video backwards at a high speed. Pressing REW adjusts the speed from normal speed to 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X, 32X the normal speed. ii. In Menu mode, the REW / ? button is used to scroll Left through options. 15. PLAY Press PLAY to play recorded video. The DXR116 will play the last recorded video by default. 16.
Back Panel MONITOR LOOP AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT INPUT CALL POWER RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN EXTERNAL I/O WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 1. POWER INPUT Connects to the Power cord. 2. EXTERNAL I/O Connects to a PC for Remote Control via RS-232 or to an Alarm Block. (see appendix 6 for more info) 3.
Accessing the Main Menu The Menu allows you to configure your DVR settings and program various recording options. Follow these steps in order to access the Menu: Press the MENU button. The password screen will appear: Password: 0000 The default Password is 0000. To change the number of the Password, us e the ? / ? buttons to scroll left and right between numbers, and use the ? / ? buttons to change the value of the number that is flashing. Press the ENTER button once the correct Password is entered.
System The system menu is used to configure the syste m level options of the DXR116… To access the System features, press MENU followed by the 4 digit password. Use the ? / ? to scroll to the “System” option and press ENTER.
To set the duration of the Alarm: 1. 2. 3. 4. On the System screen, press ? / ? to select Alarm Duration, then press ENTER. Press ? / ? to select the desired time (10s, 15s, 20, 30, 1 min, 2min, 3min, 5min, 10min, 15min, 30min, always) Press MENU to confirm your change. Press ? / ? to move to another field on the System screen or press MENU to exit.
Changing the System Password 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. On the System screen, press ? / ? to select New Password, then press ENTER. Press ? / ? to choose a number, then press ? / ? to move to the next digit: Press MENU to confirm your change. Press ? / ? move to another field on the System screen or press MENU to exit this screen and confirm the current operation. If you have completed all your system configuration changes, press MENU again to exit and close menu setup.
The remote connection on the DVR uses 8 data bits, 1 start bit, and 1 stop bit. Below is an example of the data stream with the control codes shown. ACT – OxFF OxCO ID FUNCTION STOP – Ox7F Please refer to Appendix 3 for information on the Pin connections and command protocols that would be used in this application. Search The DXR116 allows you to easily find sections of recorded video using the SEARCH feature. To access the Search option, press MENU followed by the 4 digit password.
Alarm List This feature shows a listing of all recorded video triggered by an Alarm. 1. 2. 3. In the Search menu, press ? / ? to scroll to the Alarm List option, then press ENTER. Press ? / ? to select the desired recorded video and press ? / ? to change pages. Press ENTER to play selected video. Time Search This feature finds video recorded on a specific time and date that is entered. 1. In the Search menu, press ? / ? to scroll to the Time Search option, then press ENTER. 2.
6. Press MENU to confirm current operation, and enter to next Timer Record setup. 7. Press ? / ? move location to Timer Enable: Yes or No setup YES : To confirm Timer Enable: Scheduling Timer Record feature NO : To confirm no Timer Enable: No Scheduling Timer Record feature 8. Press MENU to exit and confirm current operation. 9. Press MENU again to exit and close TIMER setup mode. NOTE: WHEN THE TIMER IS SET, THE REC LED INDICATOR WILL BE ON.
Record Settings On the Main menu, selecting the Record option will allow you to set the quality and speed of recordings. Pressing ENTER after scrolling to the Record option will bring up the following menu options: (RECORD) HDD Overwrite: NO Record IPS: 15A Record Quality: Normal Alarm Rec IPS: 15A Alarm Rec Quality: Normal HDD Overwrite Setup: 1. 2. 3. 4. Press ENTER to confirm HDD OVERWRITE setup. Press ? / ? to choose HDD OVERWRITE.
Camera Channel Setup To access the Camera option, press MENU followed by the 4 digit password. Use the ? / ? to scroll to the Camera option and press ENTER.
Record Method This feature is used to select the DVR record method as either EVENT / NORMAL / OFF. 1. Press ? / ? to select the desired time camera channel (1-16), then press ENTER. 2. Press ? / ? to select the Record Method feature on the screen. 3. Press ? / ? to select EVENT/ NORMAL/ OFF on the screen. EVENT: when the alarm input is triggered, the DVR will increase the recording time to that channel. i.e.
Motion Detection Press MENU to enter the menu set up, then ? to CAMERA setup. Press ENTER twice to enter the Motion Detection Setup. Each screen displays the current camera picture overlaid with the motion targets (as Figure 1). Pressing the ? / ? , ? / ? buttons will toggle the motion detection between ON or OFF. The targets on each motion setup can be turned to ON or OFF individually by row. To set up targets, using the following front panel buttons: 1. Press ENTER to confirm the channel 2.
Figure 1-1 MOTION DETECTION SETUP – 1~16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 032 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- Figure 1-2 MOTION DETECTION SETUP – LINE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 032 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- Figure 1-3 MOTION DETECTION SETUP – ALL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 032 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 21 -- -- -- -- --
Event Log Viewing To access the Event Log Viewing option, press MENU followed by the 4 digit password. Use the ? / ? to scroll to the Event option and press ENTER to view the list of logged events. Use the ? / ? to scroll through the events on the display and ? / ? to go to the next page. To view the video associated with an event, scroll to the event and press ENTER. The following is a list of events that can be displayed on the DXR116.
Operation Recording The DXR116 offers a variety of flexible recording modes. The unit can be set up to record continually, following a schedule, or by record events. In addition, the recording speed and resolution is also configurable (these options are configurable through the system menu). Under the recording status, if power is stopped accidentally, recorded video will still be stored in the HDD and will be available when the power is restored, and the original recording setup will remain.
Fast Forward (F.F. ) & Fast Rewind (F.R.) Press PLAY then ? ? for fast forward searching. Press ? ? once to view the forward playback in double speed. Continuing to press ? ? will increase playback up to a max of 32X. Press PLAY then ? ? for fast rewind searching. Press ? ? once to view the reverse playback in double speed. Continuing to press ? ? will increase reverse playback up to a max of 32X. Slow Forward (S.F.) & Slow Rewind (S.R.) Press PLAY then SLOW for slow play.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM SOLUTION HDD not found Need to insert HDD Make sure that the HDD Cartridge is locked, then press any key to continue No Power Check the power source cord connections Check that there is power at the outlet Buttons aren’t working when pressed Check if the system is in Key Lock mode Press MENU and ENTER at the same time to escape the Key Lock mode No recorded video Check that the HDD has been installed correctly Timer / Alarm recording isn’t working Check that Timer / Alarm
Technical Specifications Video format NTSC/EIA or PAL/CCIR HDD storage IDE type, UTMA 66 above, 2 removable HDD’s supported Record mode Manual / Alarm / Timer Camera input signal Composite video signal 1 Vp -p 75O BNC, 16 Channels Camera loop back Composite video signal 1 Vp -p 75O BNC, 16 Channels Main monitor output Composite video signal 1 Vp -p 75O BNC Call monitor output Composite video signal 1 Vp -p 75O BNC Audio input/ output 4 audio inputs, (RCA) and 2 audio outputs, (RCA) Motion de
Appendix 1: Installing the HDD NOTE: The HDD has the same purpose in a DXR116 as a video cassette does in a VCR. However, installing the HDD is a bit more complicated. Please follow the next steps carefully in order to ensure proper installation. The compartment (with the handle) located on the front panel of the DXR116 is the removable Cartridge Casing where the HDD is inserted. The various parts of the Cartridge Casing are labeled for your reference. Cartridge Casing 1. 2. 3.
Step 6: Secure the HDD in the cartridge casing. Position the HDD into place and secure it using the six screws supplied. Step 7: Slide the top Cover over the Cartridge Casing Slide the Cover forward over the Cartridge Case. Ensure it is secured in place over the release latch. Reinsert the Cartridge Casing into the DXR116 Step 8: Lock the Cartridge To Lock the cabinet, turn the key clockwise to Position A. A (locked) B (unlocked) To unlock the cabinet, turn the key counter-clockwise to Position B.
Appendix 2: Connection Diagram to Cameras and Monitor Main Monitor Alarm Sensor Video Camera 16 .. . . 2 1 ... .
Appendix 3: Pin Configurations External I/O 25 pin com port 9 pin com port 30
Pin References for RS-232 / Alarm Block PIN 1. GND GROUND PIN 2. ALARM INPUT 8 Used to connect an alarm sensor between ALARM INPUT 8 (PIN 2) and GND (PIN 1) to trigger an alarm on Camera 8 which can activate the internal audible alarm and start recording. PIN 3. ALARM INPUT 6 Used to connect an alarm sensor between ALARM INPUT 6 (PIN 3) and GND (PIN 1) to trigger an alarm on Camera 6 which can activate the internal audible alarm and start recording. PIN 4.
PIN 19. ALARM INPUT 15 Used to connect an alarm sensor between ALARM INPUT 15 (PIN 19) and GND (PIN 1) to trigger an alarm on Camera 15 which can activate the internal audible alarm and start recording. PIN 20. ALARM INPUT 13 Used to connect an alarm sensor between ALARM INPUT 13 (PIN 20) and GND (PIN 1) to trigger an alarm on Camera 13 which can activate the internal audible alarm and start recording. PIN 21.
Appendix 4: Rack Mount Installation Screws and brackets for rack mounting applications can be purchased as an optional accessory. Front Angle with Rack Mount Side View with Rack Mount For more information about the rack mount & other accessories through Strategic Vista, please visit: www.strategicvista.
Appendix 5: Recording Times (in Hours) NTSC SYSTEM IPS 15A 15 8 4 2 1 Best 24hr 48hr 90hr 180hr 360hr 720hr High 30hr 60hr 1136hr 225hr 450hr 900hr Normal 48hr 96hr 1600hr 360hr 720hr 1440hr Basic 80hr 160hr 300hr 600hr 1200hr 2400hr Record Quality HDD Type 120GB IPS 15A 15 8 4 2 1 Best 48hr 96hr 180hr 360hr 720hr 1440hr High 60hr 120hr 226hr 450hr 900hr 1800hr Normal 96hr 192hr 360hr 720hr 1440hr 2880hr Basic 160hr 320hr 600hr 1200hr 2
Appendix 6: RS232 Remote Protocol The RS-232 protocol allows you to control the DXR116 from a PC or any other serial device.
Appendix 7: Compatible HDD Brands Manufacturer IBM IBM IBM IBM Maxtor Maxtor Seagate Seagate Western Digital Western Digital Model Deskstar 120GXP (40GB) Deskstar 60GXP IC35l060 Deskstar 120GXP (80GB) Deskstar 120GXP (120GB) DiamondMax 536DX(60GB) 4W060H4 DiamondMax Plus 9, Model#6Y120L Barracuda ATA IV ST340016A Barracuda ATA V, ST3120023A Caviar WD400BB-00BSA0 Caviar WD400EB-00CPF0 Capacity 40GB 60GB 80GB 120GB 60GB 120GB 40GB 120GB 40GB 40GB Rotation 7200 rpm 7200 rpm 7200 rpm 7200 rpm 5400 rpm 7200 r
Limited Warranty LOREX PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY LOREX warrants, to the original retail purchaser only (the “Purchaser”), that this item (the “Product”) is free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship, provided the Product is used in normal conditions and is installed and used in strict accordance with the instructions contained in the Product’s Owner’s Manual.
Care & Maintenance Please follow these instructions to ensure proper care and maintenance of this system Keep your monitor and camera dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and store your unit in normal temperature environment. Extreme temperatures can shorten the life of the electronic devices. Handle the monitor carefully. Dropping it can cause serious damage to the unit. Occasionally clean the unit with a damp cloth to keep it looking new.
