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GE Security TruVision DVR 10 User Manual

GE Security TruVision DVR 10
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GE
Security
P/N 1068258 • REV A • ISS 06JUL09
TruVision DVR 10 User Manual

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GE Security TruVision DVR 10 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGE Security
ModelTruVision DVR 10
CategoryDVR
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Product Introduction

Product overview

Details the TruVision DVR 10 models and its general capabilities.

Features

Outlines the key features of the TruVision DVR 10, including compression, storage, preview, and network capabilities.

Installation

Installation environment

Discusses factors to consider for optimal product installation, including ventilation, temperature, and moisture.

Unpacking the TVR 10 and its accessories

Guides the user through checking the package contents for damage and completeness upon receiving the product.

HDD capacity

Provides information on the storage capacity of the TruVision DVR 10 models.

Back panel overview

Details the controls and connectors located on the back panel of the TruVision DVR 10.

Connection diagram

Offers a visual guide for connecting various peripherals to the TVR 10 unit.

Operating Instructions

Control interfaces

Describes the three primary control interfaces available for operating the TVR 10: built-in, display, and web browser.

Controlling the TVR 10

Explains the different methods for controlling the TVR 10, including front panel, IR remote, and mouse.

Front panel overview

Details the buttons and LED indicators on the front panel of the TVR 10 for controlling its functions.

Using the mouse

Provides instructions on how to use a USB mouse to navigate and operate the TVR 10 interface.

Mouse shortcut menu

Explains how to access and use the mouse shortcut menu for quick access to TVR 10 functions.

Using the IR remote control

Guides users on operating the TVR 10 using the provided IR remote control.

Using the Web browser

Describes how to access and utilize the TVR 10's web browser interface for remote management.

Searching recorded video for playback

Details the process of searching for recorded video files for playback using the web browser interface.

Playing back recorded video

Explains how to control video playback using the playback control bar in the web browser interface.

Viewing logs

Instructs on how to view system logs through the web browser interface, including filtering options.

Using the Web browser to configure the device

Explains how to remotely configure the TVR 10 settings via the web browser interface.

Setting the stream type

Guides on how to configure the video stream type for optimal network performance.

Main menu overview

Provides an overview of the TVR 10's main menu structure and command buttons.

Basic Operation

Turning on the TVR 10

Outlines the steps required to safely power on the TVR 10 unit and its prerequisites.

Live mode

Describes the TVR 10's default live mode operation upon startup and how to view camera status.

Camera status

Explains the meaning of different icon colors used to indicate camera status in live mode.

Activating/deactivating the on-screen status bar

Details how to show or hide the on-screen status bar using the mouse or remote control.

Cycling through camera views

Explains how to switch between individual camera views using the front panel or mouse.

Viewing in multiscreen

Describes how to switch between single and multi-screen display layouts for viewing cameras.

Connecting the spot monitor

Provides instructions for connecting and utilizing a secondary spot monitor with the TVR 10.

Logging on

Explains the default administrator login credentials and the process of logging into the TVR 10 interface.

Controlling a PTZ camera

Guides on how to control PTZ cameras connected to the TVR 10 using various interfaces.

Selecting a camera

Describes how to select a specific camera for PTZ control using the numeric buttons.

PTZ control buttons description

Details the function of each button used for controlling PTZ cameras.

Manual recording

Explains how to manually start and stop video recording for individual or all cameras.

Playing back video

Details how to search for and play back recorded video files from the TVR 10.

Searching for a recorded video

Guides on how to search for specific recorded video content using various criteria.

Playing back a recorded file

Explains how to view recorded video files once they have been found and selected.

Exiting playback

Provides options for exiting the video playback interface and returning to other modes.

Turning off the TVR 10

Outlines the procedures for safely powering down the TVR 10 unit.

Advanced Setup

User settings

Covers managing user accounts, including creating new users, setting passwords, and defining privileges.

Modifying your password

Instructs on how to change user passwords for enhanced security and access control.

Adding a new user

Details the process for creating new user accounts with specific access rights.

Assigning access privileges

Explains how to grant local and remote access privileges to users for system operations.

Camera settings

Covers configuration options for cameras, including naming, positioning, and image adjustments.

Camera name position

Guides on how to adjust the on-screen position of the camera name display.

Adjusting the video image

Details how to adjust video image settings like brightness, contrast, hue, and saturation.

Privacy masking

Explains how to define areas on screen to be hidden from live view and recordings.

Camera tamper alarm

Describes how to configure tamper detection for cameras, including sensitivity and response methods.

Video loss alarm

Details how to set up alarms for when a video signal is lost or corrupted.

Motion detection alarm

Explains how to configure motion detection zones, sensitivity, and record triggers.

Display settings

Covers display-related configurations such as Device ID, video output, and multi-screen layouts.

Device ID

Explains the purpose of Device ID for IR remote control connectivity and how to change it.

Recording settings

Details how to configure recording parameters like mode, stream type, resolution, and schedule.

Alarm settings

Covers configuring how the TVR 10 handles various types of alarms and notifications.

Network settings

Guides on configuring network parameters such as IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.

PPPoE setup

Details the configuration process for using PPPoE for network connectivity.

DDNS setup

Explains how to set up Dynamic DNS (DDNS) for remote access to the TVR 10.

PTZ settings

Covers configuration of PTZ camera protocols, addresses, and preset settings.

Utilities Settings

Modifying the device name

Guides on how to change the unit name for system identification and reference.

Restoring to factory defaults

Explains how to reset the TVR 10 to its original factory settings.

Managing the hard drive

Details how to check HDD status, format the drive, and manage its operation.

Viewing logs

Instructs on how to view system logs, including searching by date, time, and event type.

Upgrading the Firmware

Upgrade methods

Lists the different methods available for upgrading the TVR 10 firmware.

Upgrading with a USB flash memory

Provides steps for upgrading firmware using a USB flash drive.

Upgrading through the Web browser

Details how to perform a firmware upgrade using the TVR 10's web browser interface.

Setting up the wftp32 FTP server

Guides on configuring a wftp32 FTP server for firmware upgrades.

Upgrading using the FTP server

Explains the process of upgrading firmware via an FTP server.

Mouse Control Function

Display interface

Describes mouse control functions for navigating the display interface of the TVR 10.

PTZ interface

Details mouse control functions specific to operating PTZ cameras.

Camera name position configure interface

Explains how to use the mouse to configure camera name and OSD positions.

Area configure interface

Describes mouse control for defining areas, such as for motion detection or privacy masking.

Text input interface

Details how to use the mouse for text input within the TVR 10 interface.

Playlist interface

Explains mouse control for managing playlists, including selecting and playing files.

User interface

Describes mouse control functions for navigating the user interface and managing user settings.

Specifications

Model TVR 10

Lists detailed technical specifications for the TVR 10 model.

Troubleshooting

Failure Possible reasons

Provides a table of common failures and their potential causes for troubleshooting the TVR 10.

PTZ Protocols

PTZ protocols

Lists various PTZ protocols supported by the TVR 10 for camera control.

Factory Defaults

Menu defaults

Lists the default settings for menu configurations on the TVR 10.

Network defaults

Lists the default network configuration settings for the TVR 10.

Warranty and Support

Warranty information

States the warranty period for the TVR 10 product.

Contacting support

Provides contact information and methods for obtaining technical support for the TVR 10.