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BLK-DH3 Series H.264 960H
4/8/16-Channel DVR User Manual
Products: BLK-DH3004D, BLK-DH3008D, BLK-DH3016D
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING YOUR RECORDER, and always follow the
instructions for safety and proper use. Save this manual for future reference.
BLK-DH30xxD_RM
2/21/14

Table of Contents

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Summary

Section 1 Introduction

Section 2 Hardware Overview and Setup

2.1 Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Details front panel controls and indicators for all models.

2.2 Back Panel Connectors

Describes the rear panel connectors for the DVR.

2.3 Remote Control

Explains the functions of the remote control buttons.

2.4 DVD-R;W Optical Drive Installation

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing an optical drive.

2.5 HDD Installation

Details the procedure for installing a Hard Disk Drive (HDD).

Section 3 System Setup

3.1 Starting the System for the First Time

Guides initial system boot-up, language, and date/time setup.

3.2 DISPLAY Menu

Configures on-screen display options like OSD, brightness, contrast, and resolution.

3.3 RECORD Menu

Sets recording parameters like resolution, frame rate, quality, and recording mode.

3.3.1 Recording Schedules

Allows setting up weekly recording schedules for each camera.

3.4 DEVICE Menu

Configures device-specific settings like alarm out, PTZ, motion zones, and privacy zones.

3.5 STORAGE Menu

Manages storage settings, including overwrite behavior and disk formatting.

3.6 SYSTEM Menu

Configures system-wide settings like DVR ID, language, date/time, and client access.

3.7 SECURITY Menu

Manages user authentication, passwords, and playback/network permissions.

3.8 NETWORK Menu

Configures network settings, including IP address, ports, and DDNS.

3.9 CONFIG Menu

Manages system configuration, including saving/loading settings and software upgrades.

3.10 QUICK SETUP Menu

Provides a simplified setup for initial configuration of resolution, frame rate, and recording.

Section 4 Live, Search, and Playback

4.1 SEARCH Menu

Accesses functions for searching recorded video by timeline, event, or specific time.

4.1.1 TIME-LINE Search

Allows searching recorded video using a visual timeline interface.

4.1.2 EVENT Search

Enables searching for recorded events based on specific event types.

4.1.3 Go to First Time Search

Allows direct access to the oldest recorded data.

4.1.4 Go to Last Time Search

Allows direct access to the most recent recorded data.

4.1.5 Go to Specific Time Search

Enables searching for video at a precise date and time.

4.2 ARCHIVE Search

Retrieves data that has been backed up to archive media.

4.2.1 Log Search

Accesses and exports the system's operational log.

4.3 PLAY Mode

Allows playback of recorded video clips with various control options.

4.4 Backup Video Clip

Guides on archiving video clips to USB drives or CD/DVDs.

Section 5 PTZ Control

Section 6 Backup

6.1 Still Image BACKUP in Live Mode

Describes how to back up still images from live view.

6.2 Still Image BACKUP in Playback Mode

Describes how to back up still images from playback mode.

6.3 Video BACKUP

Details the process of backing up recorded video clips.

6.4 Backup Still Images or Video from the ARCHIVE List

Explains copying archived images or video to external media.

6.5 Playing Backed Up Video Clips

Provides instructions on how to play video clips backed up from the DVR.

Section 7 REMOTE CLIENT SOFTWARE

7.1 PC Requirements

Lists the minimum system requirements for the Remote Client software.

7.2 Installing the Remote Client

Guides on the installation process of the Remote Client software.

7.3 Remote Client Initial Display

Describes the initial interface and components of the Remote Client.

7.4 Setup

Introduces the setup options for the Remote Client.

7.4.1 General Setup

Configures general settings like security options, save paths, and auto-reconnection.

7.4.2 Site Setup

Details how to add and configure DVR sites within the Remote Client.

7.4.3 Event Setup

Configures how the client displays and logs DVR event information.

7.4.4 Event Search Setup

Sets up event search criteria to find logged events.

7.4.5 Record Setup

Configures conditions that trigger live video recording within the Remote Client.

7.4.6 Record Disk Setup

Manages storage drive selection and allocation for recordings.

7.4.7 Display Setup

Adjusts image display settings for multi-monitor systems.

7.5 Connecting to a DVR

Guides on establishing a connection between the Remote Client and the DVR.

7.5.1 Bidirectional Audio

Explains how to use bidirectional audio features.

7.6 Remote Search Mode and Functions

Covers searching and playing back recorded video using the Remote Client.

7.6.1 Searching for and Playing Video Recorded by the DVR

Details the process of searching and playing recorded DVR video.

7.6.2 Backing Up Video from the DVR on the Remote Client PC

Explains how to back up video clips from the DVR to the PC.

7.6.3 Image Capture

Describes capturing still images from the screen using the Remote Client.

Section 8 Multi Client Software

8.1 PC Requirements

Lists the minimum system requirements for the Multi Client software.

8.2 Installing the Multi Client

Guides on the installation process of the Multi Client software.

8.3 Multi Client Initial Display

Describes the initial interface and components of the Multi Client.

8.3.1 Using Net Finder

Explains how to use Net Finder to discover and add DVRs to Multi Client.

8.3.2 Event List

Displays a list of logged events for the current Multi Client session.

8.4 Setup

Introduces the setup menus for the Multi Client.

8.4.1 General Setup

Configures general settings like security options, save paths, and auto-reconnection.

8.4.2 Event Setup

Configures how the client displays and logs DVR event information.

8.4.3 Event Search Setup

Sets up event search criteria to find logged events.

8.4.4 Record Setup

Configures conditions that trigger live video recording within the Multi Client.

8.4.5 Record Disk Setup

Manages storage drive selection and allocation for recordings.

8.4.6 Display Setup

Adjusts image display settings for multi-monitor systems.

8.4.7 About Setup

Displays version and copyright information for the Multi Client Software.

8.5 Connecting to a DVR

Guides on establishing a connection between the Multi Client and the DVR.

8.5.1 Bidirectional Audio

Explains how to use bidirectional audio features.

8.5.2 Capture

Describes capturing still images from the screen using the Multi Client.

8.5.3 Record

Manually starts/stops video recording of the live screen.

8.6 Remote Playback and Backup

Covers searching and playing back video clips and backing them up.

8.6.1 Remote Playback

Details the process of searching and playing recorded DVR video.

8.6.2 Backing Up Video from the DVR on the Multi Client PC

Explains how to back up video clips from the DVR to the PC.

8.7 Local Playback

Allows playback of video files saved locally by the Multi Client.

8.7.1 AVI Backup During Playback

Guides on backing up video clips in AVI format during playback.

Section 9 WebViewer

9.1 Connecting to the DVR with Firefox, Chrome or Safari

Details how to connect to the DVR using a web browser.

9.2 Using WebViewer

Explains how to use the WebViewer interface to monitor and administer the DVR.

9.3 Setup

Provides access to DVR configuration menus via WebViewer.

9.3.1 Setup DISPLAY

Configures display settings like sequential viewing and video quality.

9.3.2 Setup RECORD

Sets recording modes for each camera channel.

9.3.3 Setup DEVICE

Configures device settings like alarm out, PTZ, and motion zones.

9.3.4 Setup STORAGE

Manages recording configuration of the DVR HDD.

9.3.5 Setup SYSTEM

Configures system ID, access control, date/time, email, and NTP settings.

9.3.6 Setup SECURITY

Configures system permissions for each user ID.

9.3.7 Setup NETWORK

Configures network IP address, subnet, DDNS, and ports.

9.3.8 Setup UPGRADE

Allows remote installation of new firmware to the DVR.

9.3.9 Setup INFORMATION

Displays useful DVR information that cannot be changed.

9.4 DVR Search

Allows watching recorded video, backing up clips, and capturing images.

9.4.1 Playing Recorded Video

Guides on playing recorded video through the WebViewer interface.

9.5 Backup Recorded Video

Details backing up video clips for playback on other devices.

9.5.1 Capture

Describes capturing still images from the screen via WebViewer.

Section 10 BLACKHAWK FOR MAC

10.1 Getting Started

Provides initial steps for using BlackHawk for Mac.

10.1.1 Finding the DVR Network Settings

Guides on finding DVR network settings for Mac connectivity.

10.1.2 Finding Your Apple Mac Network Settings

Guides on finding Mac network settings for DVR connectivity.

10.1.3 Connecting to Your DVR

Explains how to connect the Mac to the DVR based on network configuration.

10.2 Installing and Starting BlackHawk for MAC

Guides on installing and launching the BlackHawk for Mac application.

10.2.1 Connecting to Your DVR

Details the login process to connect Mac to the DVR.

10.3 Live Window

Describes the live viewing window and its components.

10.3.1 Using Site Entry Registration

Explains how to preset login settings for easy DVR connection.

10.4 Closing the Application

Provides methods for closing the BlackHawk for Mac application.

10.5 Search and Playback Video

Guides on accessing search and playback features for recorded video.

10.6 Search for and Playback Video

Details the process of searching and playing recorded video clips on Mac.

Section 11 BLACKHAWK MOBILE PHONE APPS

11.1 BLACKHAWK for iPhone

Covers features and installation of the BlackHawk app for iPhone.

11.1.1 Installing BLACKHAWK

Guides on downloading and installing the BlackHawk app from the iTunes store.

11.1.2 Live Viewing

Explains how to view live camera feeds using the iPhone app.

11.1.3 PTZ Control

Details how to control PTZ cameras using the iPhone app.

11.1.4 Playback

Guides on searching and playing recorded video using the iPhone app.

11.2 BlackHawk for Android

Covers features and installation of the BlackHawk app for Android.

11.2.1 Installing BlackHawk

Guides on downloading and installing the BlackHawk app from Google Play.

11.2.2 Live

Explains how to view live camera feeds using the Android app.

11.2.3 PTZ Control

Details how to control PTZ cameras using the Android app.

11.2.4 Playback

Guides on searching and playing recorded video using the Android app.

11.2.5 Screen Shot and Viewer

Describes capturing and viewing screenshots with the Android app.

Section 12 Specifications

Appendix A DVR Compatible Hard Disk Drives

Appendix B Estimated Storage Capacity

Appendix C Device Log

Appendix D DDNS Setup with obsddnscenter.com

Appendix E DVR Setup Menu Components

Black Line BLK-DH3016D Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBlack Line
ModelBLK-DH3016D
CategoryDVR
LanguageEnglish

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