S SECURITY SYSTEM USER’S MANUAL Model DVRA0405/DVRA0805/DVRA0810/DVRA1610
INTRODUCTION THANK YOU Welcome Thank you for choosing First Alert for your security needs! For more than half a century, First Alert has made the home-safety and security products that make your job easier. Our products are built to the highest standard which has earned us a leadership role in the home-safety and security product categories. We are committed to serving our customers, from the professionals who install our products, to the families and businesses who count on them.
INTRODUCTION KEY PRODUCT FEATURES Main Description Eight channel H.264 digital video recorder with Internet remote surveillance, motion detection, PTZ and alarm control suitable for applications such as high-end residential - new or remodel, light commercial, small business/retail, small warehouse or small grocery. Product Features • Auto IP connection capability • H.
INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1 2 Description Page # Introduction Safety Product Overview 2-5 6 7 What is in the Box 7 DVR Controls 3 8-9 Front Panel 8 Back Panel 9 Remote Control 10 Mouse and Virtual Keypad 11 Camera Power Connections 12 Connecting Devices 12 Initial Setup - System Operation 4 5 13 System Start Up 13 Power On/Off 13 Main Menu Access (Quick Access Menu) 14 Password Setup and User Permissions 14-15 Language 15 Camera Display Setup 16 Date and T
INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Description Page # Advanced Operation 6 22 Alarm 22-23 Alarm In Setup 22-23 System Info and System Update 24 System Maintain 24 Upgrade Firmware 24 PTZ Setup and Control 25-26 Step 1: Connect your PTZ Camera to this DVR 25 Step 2: Configure PTZ Communication Settings 25 Step 3: Configure the Operation and Control of your PTZ Camera(s) 25 Step 4: Configure the CRUISE SETTING of your PTZ Camera 26 Remote Access 27 Network Setup for Remote Acc
SAFETY CAUTION STATEMENTS Safety Precautions • • • • • • Do not drop, puncture, or disassemble the cameras or DVR. Do not tug on the power adapter. Use the plug to remove it from the wall. Do not expose the cameras or DVR to high temperatures. For your own safety, avoid using the DVR when there is a storm or lightning in your area. Use the cameras and DVR with care. Avoid pressing hard on the cameras or DVR body. Do not use power cable if it is damaged or crushed.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW PACKAGE CONTENTS , What s in the Box* H.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW DVR CONTROLS Front Panel 2 1 Item Function 3 12 4 5 6 Control 7 8 10 9 11 Description 1 (1) IR remote receiver Direct remote towards this position when using DVR 2 Power indicator light A green light indicates power is on 3 Record indicator light A green flashing light indicates recording Buttons 1-4(8)(16) Camera Selection 4 10+ Press for camera selection of channels 10-16 (on 16 channel DVR only) 5 Menu Enter menu setup 6 ESC Brings system previous selec
PRODUCT OVERVIEW DVR CONTROLS Back Panel 9 10 8 11 Item 1 4 2 3 6 5 7 Function Description 1 Alarm 4 alarm inputs; 1 alarm output 2 VGA Output For connecting to VGA monitor 3 USB/Mouse Use Lower USB port for mouse connection; Use Upper USB port for USB flashdrive or backup 4 NET For connecting RJ45 ethernet cable to PC or router 5 RS485 For connecting PTZ cameras 6 Power Switch Power On/Off 7 Power Supply For connection to power cord +12V DC 8 Audio Input For connecting
PRODUCT OVERVIEW REMOTE CONTROL Remote Control 1 Remote Control Operation The remote control is the secondary input device for navigating the system’s interface. In device operation, the MENU key has the same function as “left click” of the mouse. Item 1 2 Function Description Power Click power for about 3-5 seconds to shut down the DVR.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW MOUSE AND VIRTUAL KEYPAD Mouse Controls Mouse Operation with this DVR 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: Connect a USB mouse to the USB MOUSE port on back panel of the system. NOTE: Only the USB 2.0 port on the back panel (Upper USB port) is designed for data backup to a USB flash drive.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW CAMERA AND POWER CONNECTIONS Installing Cameras Mounting Cameras and Running Cable Select the position for the camera and secure the camera stand. Screw the camera onto the stand. Adjust camera to the proper view angle. Make sure the lens is upright relative to the subject. Tighten the thumb bolt. First Alert cameras can be either ceiling or wall mounted by simply reversing the camera stand mounting. See “Camera Orientation” Info box.
INITIAL SETUP SYSTEM OPERATION System Start Up Power On/Off To power the system On/Off, connect the power cable to the DC 12V port on the rear panel. Flip the toggle switch on in the back of the DVR. 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. Power Switch User Login Password ATTENTION: By default, passwords are disabled on the system.
INITIAL SETUP SYSTEM OPERATION Setup (Main) Menu Access To open the Main Menu: Right-click anywhere on-screen to open the Quick Access Menu and select Setting (mouse only), or press the Menu and select Setting on the remote control or front panel of the system. NOTE: If passwords are enabled on the system, enter 1-10 alphanumeric password to enter the Setup menu.
INITIAL SETUP SYSTEM OPERATION To Add a Local or Network User To add or edit a new Local or Network User, from the Setup Menu, choose SYSTEM and then USER. Click ok to access this menu. 1. Choose Local or Network User Group. 2. Click ADD to create a new user. 3. Input new user name and password (required). The password is set by the Admin who is creating the new user. 4. Select user permissions by placing a check next to the action you are allowing access.
INITIAL SETUP SYSTEM OPERATION Video Display Live View Set Up To customize the video display on your monitor, use the DISPLAY screen. Access the DISPLAY screen from the SETUP menu, by selecting SETTING from the drop down menu, and then Display. The following screen appears. Channel: Select the channel for setup. Display name: Place a check in the box to select whether to display the Channel name or not. Name: Use the virtual mouse to select a name identifier for the channel. Names are alphanumeric.
INITIAL SETUP SYSTEM OPERATION system settings. The settings range from 100 (clear) to 255 (opaque) Video Layout The Video Layout screen allows you to customize layout of the channels to view on the monitor. Right click on home screen to select layout. Split Screen Options: Full Screen - Allows current channel to be displayed at full screen. Split 4 – Shows the first 4 (lowest number channels) on the screen. Screen is divided into 4 equal square sections. 2 x 2 Matrix.
BASIC OPERATION RECORDING Recording Manual Record There are multiple ways to set a channel to Record. The most simple way is to record all the time. Right click the mouse to reach the drop down menu. From there select RECORD by highlighting and clicking the mouse. The following screen will appear. Select a channel to record by placing a check mark in the box to the left of the channel. Or select ALL/None to quickly select or deselect all channels for recording. Click OK to confirm.
BASIC OPERATION RECORDING CCTV Resolution CCTV resolution is measured in vertical and horizontal pixel dimensions and typically limited by the capabilities of both the camera and the recorder that you are using for your CCTV surveillance installation. CCTV systems use an analog video signal. For television specifications (which CCTV uses) the highest resolution that can be captured and stored is 704 x 480 (NTSC for the United States) and 720 x 576 (PAL for Europe).
BASIC OPERATION PLAYBACK SnapShot Picture Management Live SnapShot Executing a snapshot is easy. To take a snapshot 1. Double click in camera view to see a full screen view of the camera channel. 2. Right click the mouse to access the quick menu drop down 3. Click SNAP SHOT. A pop up remark will appear stating the channel name and confirm the taking of a snapshot. Recording Snapshot A snapshot picture can be taken of a recorded video. To take a recorded snapshot 1.
BASIC OPERATION PLAYBACK flash drives, with capacities from 256 MB to 4 GB. Video Playback Recorded video is accessed through the Search Recording screen. To access the recordings, right click the mouse to access the quick menu drop down. Select PLAYBACK. The SEARCH RECORDING screen will appear on screen. To Find & Play Recordings: 1. Choose the target channel to search recordings on, or select ALL. 2. Select the TYPE of recording by using the drop don.
ADVANCED OPERATION ALARM Alarm Alarm In: Software Setting: Main menu Use the Alarm In feature to configure alarm settings. To access the Alarm In feature, right click the mouse to access the quick access menu under setting. Select Device and select Alarm In. NOTE: External alarm devices must be connected to the alarm block on the rear panel of the DVR in order to use the I/O (input/ output) alarms of the system.
ADVANCED OPERATION ALARM Alarm Inputs: Alarm inputs are devices or switches that activate when a door, window, cabinet etc. is opened or accessed. For example, you might want to only have the camera record when someone opens a tool cabinet or when a door opens vs. recording when motion occurs around those areas. There may be people moving by those areas frequently but you are only concerned about when those areas are accessed.
ADVANCED OPERATION SYSTEM System Info and System Update Shutdown System The system provides the ability with a controlled shut down, through a power down or with a Restart. To access the shut down system menu, right click the mouse to see the drop down quick menu and then select Shutdown. The following screen appears. Power off: Power Off shuts the system down in a controlled manner. The hard drive is kept running. If user wants to shutdown fully, user needs to turn off the button on back panel of DVR.
ADVANCED OPERATION PTZ Pan tilt zoom...PTZ Pan/Tilt/Zoom (PTZ) Setup: Note: Consult the instruction manual of your PTZ camera for complete information about your camera, including protocol, baud rate and parity settings before beginning setup. Enter these settings in the DVR. step 1: Connect your PTZ Camera to this DVR Connect a PTZ camera to the BNC and DC power cables.
ADVANCED OPERATIONS PTZ SETUP Step 3: Configure the operation & control of your PTZ camera(s): In live view, double click on the channel with the connected PTZ camera to open to full screen view. This selects the channel to configure and control. 1. From the quick access menu select PTZ. this will bring up the PTZ manual control screen 2. From the PTZ setup screen you can adjust: • Pan speed: Adjusts the speed (1-255) the camera will move while being controlled manually.
REMOTE ACCESS NETWORK SETUP Network Setup for Remote Access Network Setup for Remote Access Your Auto ID system is capable of connecting to a local area network (LAN) to view remotely, without the use of port forwarding. Please follow the steps below. 1. Right click and select setting. Then select Network. This will allow you to view all of your network settings. 2. Plug the Ethernet cable from your router the Ethernet port on the back of the DVR. 3.
REMOTE ACCESS NETWORK SETUP wizard is finished. Double click the icon to run the Smartbridge Software.
REMOTE ACCESS NETWORK SETUP 1. The connect tab is for connecting to one SmartBridge DVR only. Use the advanced Tab when connecting to multiple Smartbridge DVR’s at once. (Group). See adding groups section. • Click Port to enter the port settings. This is to assign a router port that is open. Typically, this is set to 9101 (recommended) 2. The Device ID is the ID number found on your DVR system. This will be the letter A followed by a series of numbers. Enter your device ID.
REMOTE ACCESS NETWORK SETUP 1. You are now connected to the SmartBridge DVR remotely. All cameras that are connected to your SmartBridge system should now be shown on the Smartbridge software screen.
REMOTE ACCESS NETWORK SETUP Press this button to connect all cameras connected to the Auto ID system. Also, Right click on a camera source screen and select connect. Press this button to disconnect all cameras connected to the Auto ID system. Also, Right click on a camera source screen and select disconnect. Press this button to Record to an external hard drive (80gb or larger required) Press this button to take a snapshot image of a selected camera window.
REMOTE ACCESS RECORD EXTERNAL RECORD EXTERNAL You are able to record using the remote software simultaneously to recording on the Smartbridge DVR system. In order to record using the Smartbridge remote software, you will need an 80 GB minimum external hard drive formatted to FAT32. 1. Plug an external hard drive into your computer. Your operating system should associate a drive letter to the hard drive. Once the hard drive is connected, 2. button and click the storage tab.
REMOTE ACCESS PLAYBACK EXTERNAL 4. Select a Channel, Click to the external hard drive. to capture a still image of a camera in view. This image will be saved PLAYBACK EXTERNAL 5. Select Playback external to play back recorded files. 16:9 4:3 All files available on the External hard drive can be played back on the Smartbridge Software. Select the channel from the dropdown of the channel you would like to playback. Double click the file you would like to playback.
REMOTE ACCESS PLAYBACK EXTERNAL Opens a saved .sv5 file to play. Shows One Screen Plays a recorded video Shows four channels in four screens Stops a recorded video during playback Click repeatedly to Fast Forward at different speeds of a recorded video Shows nine channels in nine screens Click repeatedly to play a Slow forward speed of a recording. Shows sixteen channels in sixteen screens Click repeatedly for reverse playback of a recording Manually set slow playback.
REMOTE ACCESS SETTINGS Settings Select to adjust specific settings for your Smartbridge DVR. (See recording external for Storage Tab information) Select the Advanced Tab. Check the Place system always on top box to place the Smartbridge on top of all other software within the operating system. Check the Disabled Ctrl-Alt-Del when system is locked box to disable the use of Ctrl-AltDel when you lock the system. To lock the system, see Advanced Settings section.
REMOTE ACCESS ADVANCED SETTINGS Advanced Settings Select to open the advanced settings options for your Smartbridge DVR • • Switch User (Feature enabled in advanced mode only): Switches between users (see setting up groups) TV Mode: Select TV mode to place all connected channels to share the full screen. Right click to exit TV Mode. • Lock System: Select Lock System to lock the Smartbridge Software. This will prevent anyone from tampering with the DVR Software.
REMOTE ACCESS PAN TILT ZOOM Pan Tilt Zoom If you have pan tilt zoom cameras installed, you are able to control the pan tilt zoom cameras remotely with the Smartbridge Software.
REMOTE ACCESS SETTING UP GROUPS To add a group, Select settings To add a group, select the Video Source/group Tab • Select add group. • Type the name of the group in the current group box. • Select Modify to save the new group. o Enter the username and password o Enter an Alias name for the group.
REMOTE CONFIGURATION CAMERA SETTINGS Web service - currently not function Mobile service - to enable mobile browsing Port - this is the web port which should always be at 80 Quality- selects the quality of the streaming video Channel - select channel you would like to apply settings to Device ID - shows your DVR ID number FPS - frames per second.
REMOTE CONFIGURATION CAMERA SETTINGS Device Logs Screen PTZ Options Screen Page 40
APPENDIX HARD DRIVE Hard Drive Removal and Installation HDD Installation To replace the hard drive in the DVR: 1. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. UNPLUG ALL POWER SOURCES, INCLUDING CAMERAS FROM THE DVR BEFORE REMOVING COVER. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE DVR OR ITS COMPONENTS AS WELL AS INJURY OR DEATH 2. Remove screws securing the cover of the DVR and remove cover. 3. Disconnect the hard drive power and data cables. 4. Remove old hard drive and replace with the new one. 5.
APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications Item Device Parameter Specification Language English/ Spanish/ French GUI 16 Bit Graphic menu (OSD Menu) Password User password, Administrator password Video in 4/8/16 channel composite video input 1.
APPENDIX , FAQ S , FAQ s If your problem is not listed below, please call our toll-free number for more support. Tech Services: 800-323-9005.
APPENDIX , FAQ S Question: Why is there no audio when playing back? Answer: • Check to see that the audio settings for the channels are correct.
APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Error Possible Cause Solutions • Confirm that all cables are connected correctly • Confirm that the power adapter is securely connected to the back of the unit Cable from power adapter is loose or is unplugged Cables are connected, but system is not receiving sufficient power • Confirm that the system is powered on (LED indicators on the front should be ON) • If the unit is connected through a power bar or surge protector, try bypassing the bar and connecting t
APPENDIX WARRANTY Warranty PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY BRK Brands, Inc., (“BRK”) the maker of First Alert® brand products warrants that for a period of one year from the date of purchase (the “Warranty Period”), this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. BRK, at its sole option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the Warranty Period. Replacement or repair will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component.
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