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INSTRUCTION MANUAL CONTENT 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................. 4 1.1MAIN FEATURE ........................................................................................................... 4 1.2 PRODUCT FEATURES ............................................................................................... 4 1.2.1 PARAMETER（4/8CH） .....................................................................................
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1MAIN FEATURE 4 channels CIF/HD1/D1（8-channels model only CIF resolution）resolution digital video recorder. It has local recording, playback, support triple code remote network surveillance, data backup, parameter setting, motion detection and USB mouse. 1.2 PRODUCT FEATURES H.264 compression Two USB interface, USB2.0 for data backup, USB1.1 for mouse operation. 3.5” SATA HDD. Special file system for security.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL Streaming style ISO14496-10 Audio style ADPCM Video code rate （4CH） （8CH） CIF：512 Kbps(high) CIF：768 Kbps(highest) 32KB/s Data storage SATA HDD storage(optional) Network interface RJ45，10M/100M Alarm input 4/8 alarm input Alarm output 1 alarm output Serial interface Connector others CIF：384 Kbps(normal) Audio code rate Alarm Software upgrade HD1:512~1024Kbps(high) D1:512~1024Kbps(highest) Video code rate Connector CIF: 384~768 Kbps(normal) Support 1 RS232 Ser
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1.3 ENVIRONMENT ADAPTABILITY 1) 2) For safety while using the DVR and to prolong device life, please pay attention to the following details： When installing device, please comply with all the electric product safety criteria. Power and ground: Do not touch the power and DVR with a wet hand Do not drop liquid on DVR Do not put any object on DVR Please use soft dry cloth to clean DVR; do not use chemical impregnant.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 2. DEVICE OPERATION MANUAL In device operation, the enter key on remote control has the same function as left click of the mouse. 2.1 REMOTE CONTROL The remote control is the secondary input device For navigating the system‟s interface. To use the remote control: 1. STANDBY: Press to turn standby mode ON/OFF. 2. LOGIN/LOCK: If "Security" has been enabled in the Setup menu, press to open the user password login screen. 3.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 2.2 MOUSE OPERATION The mouse is the primary input device for navigating system menus. NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, all system functions described in this manual are achieved through mouse input. To use a mouse with the system: 1) Connect a USB mouse to the USB MOUSE port on front panel of the system. NOTE: Only the top USB port on the front panel is designed for data backup to a USB flash drive. Do not connect a USB flash drive to the bottom USB port on the rear panel. Figure 1.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 2.2 USING THE SUB-MENU Mouse Only When using the mouse, use the Sub-Menu to access several system options, including the Main Menu and PTZ control. To open the Sub-Menu: 1) Right-click anywhere onscreen. The Sub-Menu opens.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 2.3 PLAYBACK View recorded video on the system through the Search Menu. To begin playback: 1) Right-click anywhere onscreen and select VIDEO SEARCH. The Search Menu opens. NOTE: When you first open the Search Menu, it displays the current month and date. 2) Click PLAY to playback the last minute of recorded video (Quick Search). OR 3) Under CHN select a specific channel or select ALL. 4) Under DATE, enter a date using the Virtual Keyboard (mouse only). 5) Click SEARCH.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 2.4 SYSTEM OPERATION 2.4.1 USER LOGIN 1. STARTING THE SYSTEM To power the system ON/OFF: Connect the power cable to the DC 19V port on the rear panel. At startup, the system performs a basic system check and runs an initial loading sequence. After a few moments, the system loads a live display view. Standby Mode The system can also be put into Standby Mode. Power will remain to the system but will not be recording.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 2.4.2 USING THE MAIN MENU 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) Figure 2.4.2 main menu SEARCH: Search for recorded video on the system. RECORD: Configure recording parameters (quality, resolution), set record modes, and enable/disable audio recording.* HDD: Display hard drive status and format the internal hard drive of the system. BASIC: Open the Basic Setup Menu, which lets you set the system language, date and time, Device IDs and passwords, and configure audio and video settings.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1) 2) 3) 4) Under CHN, select individual channels or select ALL. Under DATE, click the field and enter the desired date using the Virtual Keyboard and then click SEARCH. The system searches for data. Under RECORD STATE, the system shows recorded events in a Month Grid and a Time Grid. The selected day of the month will be outlined in red. Green=normal recording; Red=alarm recording (includes both alarm and motion events).
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 3) • OTHER: Clear all files • BACKUP: After selecting a file(s), click to begin copying the data to a USB flash drive (not included); Click any file to begin playback. 2 BACKUP Use the File List sub-menu to find recorded video on your system and copy it to a USB flash drive (not included). NOTE: The system is compatible with most major brands of USB flash drives, with capacities from 256 MB to 4 GB.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 3 RECORD MODE Configure record parameters, enable/disable audio. NOTE: Audio capable cameras (not included) are required for audio recording. Figure 2.4.2.3.1 Record (DVR-4CH) Figure 2.4.2.3.2 Record (DVR-8CH) To configure recording options: 1) Under CHANNEL, use the drop-down menus and select ON/OFF to enable/disable recording from the selected channel. 2) Under RESOLUTION, select HIGHEST, HIGH, or NORMAL.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL Under AUDIO, select ENABLE or DISABLE. If audio recording is enabled, the system will record audio from connected audio capable cameras (not included). 4) Under REC. MODE, select POWER UP or TIMER RECORD. If you select POWER UP, the system will record continuously (Normal Recording) when the system is powered on. If you select TIMER RECORD, you have to set a recording schedule on the system. 5) Under REC. SIZE, select 15MIN, 30MIN, 45MIN, or 60MIN.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL Monday to Friday. You also want Alarm/Motion recording from 5 PM to 9 AM. You do not want the system to record Saturday or Sunday. NOTE: By default, the system is set to record continuously 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To set the recording schedule: 1) Open the Schedule menu. 2) Under CHANNEL, select ALL. 3) Click the blue NO RECORD block below the grid. A checkmark will appear in the block. 4) Under SUN, click blocks 00~23. The blocks will turn blue. 5) Under FROM, select SUN.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) opens. Choose a channel you wish to apply the Mask Field. Click NEXT PAGE if necessary (8-channel models only). Select ON from the SWITCH drop-down menu. Click SETUP. The Mask Menu disappears and the select channel is shown in full-screen. Using the mouse, click and drag the cursor over the area you want to conceal. A single click will produce a small black square. Figure 2.4.2.3.4 Mask Field Right-click anywhere on the screen to return to the Mask Field menu.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL your current record settings • OVERWRITE: Select ENABLE or DISABLE. If Overwrite is enabled, the system will record over the oldest video data once the HDD is full. If Overwrite is disabled, the system will stop recording once the HDD is full and the "FULL" LED on the front panel of the system will light up. Formatting the Hard Drive ATTENTION: Formatting the HDD will erases all video data. This step cannot be Undone.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 6 LANGUAGE Figure 2.4.2.6 system language menu To change the system language: 1) From the drop-down menu select ENGLISH, or CHINESE. 2) Click APPLY. Click CLOSE in the confirmation window. 3) Click EXIT to close the menu. NOTE: The device will restart when you finish system language setup. 7 DATA/TIME It is highly recommended to immediately set the date and time when first setting up your system. Figure 2.4.2.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL Daylight Savings Time To set daylight savings time: 1) Under DST, select ON. DST options appear. 2) Under DST MODE select one of the following: • CUSTOM: Set customized start and end times for DST (go to step 4) • DEFAULT: The Default setting will apply DST from the second Sunday of March to the second Sunday in November (go to step 3) 3) If using the DEFAULT, click APPLY. 4) If setting a CUSTOM DST, use the drop-down menus to select a week and month for the start and end times.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1）Click the field beside DEVICE ID and enter a 6-digit numerical Device ID using the Virtual Keyboard (mouse only). For example, change the ID to 000010. 2）Under PASSWORD, select ENABLE. 3） Click the field beside USER PASSWORD to enter a 6-digit numerical password using the Virtual Keyboard (mouse only). Re-enter the password in the corresponding field. 4) Click the field beside ADMIN PASSWORD to enter a 6-digit numerical password using the Virtual Keyboard (mouse only).
INSTRUCTION MANUAL playback. 2) Click NEXT PAGE to change the settings for the remaining channels (8-channel models only). 3） Click APPLY to save your settings. Click CLOSE in the confirmation window. Preview Preview channels can be very useful if your display monitor is in public view. Select OFF of a preview channel will appear black on the display to give the impression that no cameras are connected and the system is not recording.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 11 ADVANCE Use the Advanced Setup menu to configure alarm settings, motion detection, mobile surveillance, PTZ settings and network settings. The Advanced Setup menu contains the following sub-menus: Alarm, Info, MD, Mobile, System, PTZ, and Network. Figure 2.4.2.11 Video/Audio menu 12 ALARM Use the Alarm menu to configure alarm and email settings.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 20s, 40s, or 60s. • BUZZER: Set the time (in seconds) for the buzzer when an alarm is triggered —0s, 10s, 20s, 40s, or 60s NOTE: Set the buzzer to 0s if you want to disable the alarm during motion detection • POST REC: Set the time (in seconds) for the system to record after a triggered alarm—0s, 10s, 20s, 40s, or 60s 4) Click APPLY. Click CLOSE in the confirmation window. EMAIL SETUP： The system can send an email notification with a JPEG snapshot for triggered events on the system.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 13 SYSTEM INFO View system information, including the firmware version, MAC address, and serial number of the system. Figure 2.4.2.13 System info 14 MOTION DETECT Configure motion detection for each channel. Figure 2.4.2.14 Motion detect To configure motion detection: 1) Under STATUS, select ON to enable motion detection for the desired channel. Click NEXT PAGE for additional channels (8-channel models only). 2) Under SENSITIVITY, select 1, 2, 3, or 4.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 5） Right-click anywhere on the screen to return to the Motion Detection menu. 6） Click APPLY. Click CLOSE in the confirmation window. 7） Click EXIT in all menus until all windows are closed. NOTE: You can disable the MD buzzer in the Alarm Setup menu. 15 MOBILE Send alerts to your cellular phone Windows Mobile enabled touch-screen smart phone (Windows Mobile 6.0 or greater, S60 3rd or greater is required). Figure 2.4.2.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 16 SYSTEM Use the System menu to update system firmware and set an automatic system reset schedule. Figure 2.4.2.16 system To enable auto-reset: 1） Under AUTO RESET, select ON. The Settings option appears. 2） Under SETTINGS, select EVERY DAY, EVERY WEEK, or EVERY MONTH. The date drop-down menu appears. 3） Select the date for auto-reset from the drop-down menu. 4） Enter the time for auto-reset using the Virtual Keyboard (mouse only). 5) Click APPLY.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 5） Click CLOSE in the confirmation window. In the system prompt, click OK. The system will restart. PARAMETER EXPORT：Copy the system settings of the device to an empty USB flash drive. PARAMETER IMPORT：Import system settings from another device. 17 PTZ Use the PTZ Setup menu to configure settings for a connected PTZ camera (not included). NOTE: Consult the instruction manual of your PTZ camera for complete information about your camera, including protocol and baud rate. Figure 2.4.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 18 NETWORK Use the Network Setup menu to configure your network and DNS settings. Figure 2.4.2.18.1 network setup UPNP UPnP Forum is an industry initiative designed to enable simple and robust connectivity among consumer electronics, intelligent appliances and mobile devices from many different vendors. As a group, we are dedicated to making the connected home and lifestyle mainstream experiences for consumers - and great opportunities for the industry.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL Figure 2.4.2.18.2 PPPoE 3） If you selected STATIC in step 1, enter your IP Address, Net mask, and Gateway in the respective fields using the Virtual Keyboard. NOTE: The default IP address of the system is 192.168.3.97 4） If necessary, change the Media and Web Ports. NOTE: For added security, we strongly recommend changing Web port 80 on the system to any desired port not blocked by your Internet service provider (ISP).
INSTRUCTION MANUAL Figure 2.4.2.18.3 Manual DNS DDNS: A DDNS account allows you to set up a web site address that points back to your Local Network. NOTE: You must register DDNS service prior to configuring DDNS settings. Visit https:/ /ns1.ltscctv.com/usign.asp to register. Figure 2.4.2.18.4 DDNS To configure DDNS settings: 1) From the Network Setup menu, enter Primary or Secondary DNS from the WAN settings of your router in the MANUAL DNS field. 2) Click DDNS SETTINGS. 3) Under DDNS, select ON.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 3. REMOTE SURVEILLANCE SOFTWARE 3.1 FEATURE The system features a built-in browser-based software that allows you to access your system remotely over your local area network (LAN) or over the Internet using Internet Explorer®. Figure 3.1.0 Remote Surveillance main screen Install the software through the IE browser of OS and you operate the network remotely and conveniently. DVR supports C/S, B/S, and visit in LAN and WAN, also supports IP and domain name visiting.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 3.2 USING REMOTE SURVEILLANCE With your system connected to your local area network, you can now log in to your system using Internet Explorer. NOTE: Your system must be connected to your local or wide area network before attempting remote access. Logging In to Your System With your IP address, you can now log in to your system over your local or wide area network. NOTE: You must configure DDNS settings locally. To access your system: 1） Open Internet Explorer.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 3.3 REMOTE SURVEILLANCE MAIN SCREEN Upon login, the Remote Surveillance main screen appears in your browser. Figure 3.3.0 DVR Net viewer main screen Modes: Click LIVE, REPLAY (playback), and SETUP. Main Screen: Main display screen for live viewing and playback. Time Stamp: Time stamp appears on each channel. Channel: Channel number appears in the top left corner. PTZ Control: PTZ control for any connected PTZ cameras (not included).
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 3.3.1 LIVE VIEWING By default, remote surveillance opens in Live Viewing mode (split-screen). To use Live Viewing: 1） Click LIVE at the top of the main screen. 2） Click the display mode icons to view the main screen in single-channel, quad, or split-screen configurations. You can also double-click a channel at any time to view it in single-channel. 3） Click to show or hide all the channel windows. 4） Click to start/stop manual recording to your PC on ALL channels.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 3.3.1.3 PTZ CONTROL You must have a PTZ camera (not included) connected to the system in order to use the PTZ controls. To control a PTZ camera: 1. Select the channel of the connected PTZ camera(s). 2. Click the navigation arrows to pan and tilt the camera. 3. Click + /- to control zoom, focus, and iris. 4. Enter presets. 5. Click SETTING, HAND, and CLEAR to further control presets. 3.3.1.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 3.3.1.5 PLAYBACK Use the Replay menu to search and playback recorded video on your system. Figure 3.3.1.2.1 Playback screen To use the replay menu: 1） Click REPLAY at the top of the main screen. The main screen will be grey. 2） Click REFRESH below the calendar to view the recorded files for the current month. NOTE: Normal recording is indicated by a clock icon; alarm recording (alarm, loss, and motion events) are indicated by an exclamation mark icon.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL SEARCH Use the calendar and drop-down menus to search for recorded video on your system. 1） Click < > to change the month on the calendar. Dates with recorded video data will appear in bold. 2） Click the date. Recorded video files will populate the File List. 3） From the Channel drop-down menu, select a specific channel or select ALL CHANNEL and then click SEARCH. 4） From the Type drop-down menu, select COMMON (normal recording), ALARM, or ALL TYPE and then click SEARCH.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 5） When file backup is complete, click OK in the confirmation window. The confirmation window show the save path of the backup file. NOTE: Backup files are saved as .264 files. NOTE: Use the Player Software included on the software CD to playback backed up video.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 3.3.3 REMOTE SETUP Use the Setup tab to configure the settings of your system from a remote location. NOTE: If the Main Menu is open on the system, you will not be able to make changes to the system from the remote location. To open remote setup: Click SETUP at the top of the main screen.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 3.3.3.2 ALARM SETTING Click “ALARM” to enter into setup interface; you can check the parameter settings as in GUI of DVR. 3.3.3.3 PTZ Click to access setup interface; you can check the parameter settings in GUI of DVR.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 3.3.3.4 NETWORK Click to access setup interface; you can check the parameter settings in GUI of DVR. 3.3.3.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL you want to allocate for traffic that matches the internet. This bandwidth does not include audio. FILE SAVE PATH: the save path of captured picture and recording video.IE login password and DST settings you can set as DVR setting. 3.3.3.6 HOST INFO Click to access system information interface (see below picture). This interface includes HDD status, remain record time, firmware version and MAC Address. All the information is fixed.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 4. DVR INSTALLATION GUIDELINE 4.1 FRONT PANEL 1. THE DEFINITION OF BOTTOMS AND CONNECTORS ON FRONT PANEL 1） Power: Press to power the system ON/OFF. 2） IR Sensor: IR receiver for the remote control. 3） LED Indicators: Shows status of HDD, recording, alarm, network, and power.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 4.2 REAR PANEL 4-CHANNELS MODEL Connectors on Rear Panel Item Physical connector Connector description 1 POWER input DC 19V/3.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 8-CHANNELS MODEL Connectors on Rear Panel Item Physical connector Connector description 1 POWER input DC 19V/3.
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL 4.4 HDD INSTALLATION Caution: When working with electrostatic sensitive devices such as hard disk driver or DVR unit, make sure you use a static-free workstation. Any electrostatic energy coming in contact with the hard disk or DVR can damage it permanently. Please install the HDD following these steps: 1）Open the cover of the DVR and then you will see one HDD plate as follow. 2）Connect HDD cables as follow 3）Affix HDD onto HDD plate as indicated below with the screws provided.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 5. FAQ 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. If your problem is not listed below, please call our toll-free number for more support.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL “M” means the channel is on motion detection “I”means the channel is on alarm “H” means there is either no HDD. the HDD is bad or the HDD is full 6.
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL Troubleshooting (cont`d.
