User manual

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NOTE: Using redundancy will double the hard disk usage, essentially cutting recording time
in half.
c. LENGTH – Using the mouse enter the duration of each video file. 60 minutes is the
default.
d. PRERECORD – If desired, the DVR can record from 1 to 30 seconds before an event
happens. The time length is determined by the code stream.
e. RECORD MODE – Set the recording condition: scheduled, manual or stop.
f. WEEK and PERIODS – Select the day and time slot the camera and DVR are to perform
the recording function. Select ALL for every day of the week.
g. REGULAR, DETECT AND ALARM RECORDING TYPE – Highlight the desired
checkbox for the desired recording type.
 Regular – Common, non-stop recording (unless Period set for specific time slot).
Video file type is “R”
 Detect – Recording is triggered by a motion detection, video blind or video loss event.
The video file type is “M”.
 Alarm – Recording is triggered by an external alarm. The video file type is “A”. The
alarm function is not implemented in this model.
h. Upon completing all desired settings click SAVE.
Note: If the recording configuration requires Detection (Motion Detection, Video Blind or Video
Loss) and/or Alarm, additional settings must be made under the Alarm Menu by going to Main
Menu and clicking the Alarm icon.
Auto Recording – Motion Detection Recording
a. To setup Motion Detection Recording go to Main Menu, click the Alarm icon, then the
Motion Detection icon. The Motion Detect setup screen similar to the one below will
appear.
b. CHANNEL – Select the camera for the motion detection area from the drop-down
menu.