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Epcom S04 S Series - User Manual

Epcom S04 S Series
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Table of Contents

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Summary

Regulatory Information

FCC Information

Details FCC compliance and conditions for digital devices operation and interference.

EU Conformity Statement

Product compliance with EU directives and recycling symbols for waste electrical equipment.

Preventive and Cautionary Tips

Product Key Features

General Features

Lists general device features like H.264 compression, dual-stream, and resolution support.

Local Monitoring Features

Features for live view, motion detection, privacy mask, and display settings.

HDD and Storage Management

HDD capacity, quota management, status checks, and error handling.

Recording and Playback Functions

Recording modes, schedules, file search, playback controls, and tagging.

Backup and Alarm Features

Video backup methods, alarm triggers, and exception handling.

Network and Remote Access

Network interface, protocols, remote management, and CMS features.

Development and Scalability

Information on SDK, source code, and development support for applications.

Introduction

Front Panel Overview

Description of indicators and layout of the device's front panel.

USB Mouse Operation

How to use a USB mouse with the device and its control functions.

Input Method Description

Explanation of the soft keyboard input method and its icons.

Rear Panel Ports

Description of connectors and ports on the device's rear panel.

Device Startup and Shutdown

Procedures for powering the device on and off safely.

Getting Started

Setup Wizard Configuration

Step-by-step guide to the setup wizard for initial configuration.

Menu Navigation and Operation

How to navigate and use the device's main menu bar and icons.

Live View Operations

Live View Introduction

Overview of the live view function and its status icons.

Live View Mouse Controls

Using the mouse for navigation and controls in live view mode.

Auxiliary Monitor Usage

Using a secondary monitor for viewing live video feeds.

Main;Aux Output Switching

Switching between main and auxiliary video output modes.

Live View Settings Customization

Customizing live view display, output interfaces, and dwell times.

Channel-Zero Encoding

Reducing bandwidth for remote viewing without affecting image quality.

User Logout Procedure

Procedure for logging out of the device interface.

PTZ Controls

Record Settings

Configuring Encoding Parameters

Defining stream types, resolutions, bitrates, and frame rates for recording.

Setting Record Schedules

Setting up schedules for automatic recording based on time.

Motion Detection Recording

Setting up motion detection areas and response actions for recording.

Holiday Record Configuration

Configuring different recording schedules for holidays.

File Protection and Locking

Protecting recorded files from being overwritten by locking them.

Playback Functions

Playing Back Record Files

Accessing and viewing recorded video files by channel or time.

Playback by Time Duration

Playing back recorded video based on specified start and end times.

Normal Video Search Playback

Searching and playing back files by restricting type and time.

Event-Based Playback

Searching and playing back files based on event types like motion or alarm.

Tag-Based Playback

Searching and playing back files using custom tags for specific moments.

System Log Playback

Playing back video files associated with system log entries.

Auxiliary Playback Features

Frame-by-frame playback, smart search, and digital zoom.

Backup Operations

Backing Up Record Files

Procedures for backing up recorded video files to various devices.

Managing Backup Devices

Managing connected backup devices like USB flash drives and HDDs.

Alarm Settings

Setting Motion Detection

Configuring motion detection areas, sensitivity, and triggers.

Detecting Video Loss Alarms

Setting up alarms for video loss and configuring response actions.

Detecting Video Tampering Alarms

Configuring alarms for video tampering and response actions.

Handling System Exceptions

Configuring how the system handles various exceptions like HDD errors.

Setting Alarm Response Actions

Defining actions like full screen monitoring or email alerts for alarms.

Manual Alarm Output Control

Manually triggering or clearing alarm outputs.

Network Settings

Configuring General Network Settings

Setting up basic network parameters like IP address and NIC type.

Configuring Advanced Network Settings

Configuring PPPoE, DDNS, NTP, UPnP, and other network features.

Checking Network Traffic

Monitoring real-time network traffic information like status and rates.

Network Detection and Testing

Checking network connectivity status, delay, and packet loss.

HDD Management

Initializing Hard Disk Drives

Steps to initialize a newly installed hard disk drive.

Configuring HDD Quota Mode

Allocating storage quotas for each camera on the HDD.

Checking HDD Status

Monitoring the status of installed HDDs for potential failures.

S.M.A.R.T. Information Check

Checking HDD reliability indicators using S.M.A.R.T. technology.

Detecting Bad Sectors

Detecting and addressing bad sectors on the HDD.

Configuring HDD Error Alarms

Setting up alarms for HDD errors or abnormal status.

Camera Settings

Configuring OSD Settings

Customizing on-screen display settings like date, time, and camera name.

Configuring Privacy Mask Zones

Setting up privacy mask zones to obscure sensitive areas in video feeds.

Configuring Video Parameters

Adjusting image parameters like brightness, contrast, and sharpness for cameras.

Device Management and Maintenance

Viewing System Information

Accessing device, camera, record, alarm, network, and HDD status.

Searching and Exporting Log Files

Finding, viewing, and exporting device operation and alarm logs.

Configuration File Import;Export

Backing up and restoring device configuration settings.

System Firmware Upgrades

Updating device firmware via local backup or FTP server.

Restoring Default Settings

Resetting device settings to factory defaults.

Other Settings

Configuring General Device Settings

Setting general parameters like language, video standards, and mouse speed.

Configuring DST Settings

Configuring Daylight Saving Time settings.

Configuring More Device Settings

Configuring device name, timeouts, and output modes.

Managing User Accounts

Adding, editing, deleting users, and managing permissions.

Logging Out and Rebooting Device

Procedures for logging out, shutting down, or rebooting the device.

Appendix

Glossary of Terms

Definitions of technical terms used in the manual.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Frequently asked questions and troubleshooting tips for common issues.

Epcom S04 S Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Video Input4 channels
Audio Output1 channel
Recording Resolution720p
Hard Drive Support1 SATA
CompressionH.264

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