Storage Options 8 Channel DVR User Manual

Storage Options 8 Channel DVR Specifications

General

Brand	Storage Options
Model	8 Channel DVR
Category	DVR
Language	English

Summary

Safety and Warning Information

Electric Shock Hazard - Do Not Open

Warning against opening the unit to prevent electric shock and emphasizes qualified personnel for servicing.

Environmental and Usage Precautions

Advice on protecting the unit from moisture and ensuring proper connection to mains socket.

Important Safeguards and Disclaimers

RoHS Compliance and Disposal

Product compliance with RoHS directive and guidance on end-of-life product disposal.

Warranty and Technical Support

Information on product warranty coverage and how to contact technical support.

Quick Start Guide Overview

Basic Connectivity Setup

Steps for connecting cameras, monitors, and power supplies to the DVR.

System Overview and Features

DVR Features and Capacities

Overview of system capabilities, environment adaptability, and recording capacities based on HDD size.

Advanced Menu Functions Overview

Advanced Setup and Configuration

Overview of sub-menus for Alarm, Motion Detection, Mobile, PTZ, and Network settings.

Remote Surveillance Software Usage

Remote Access and Login Procedures

Using Internet Explorer for remote surveillance, including login and ActiveX installation.

Quick Start: Basic Connectivity

Connecting Cameras and Monitors

Step-by-step instructions for connecting cameras and display devices to the DVR.

Initial DVR Setup Steps

Guide to powering on, setting date/time, and formatting the HDD.

Quick Start: Camera Mounting

Mounting Camera on Wall/Ceiling

Procedure for mounting the camera bracket and attaching the camera securely.

Adjusting Camera Position

How to adjust the camera's angle and position after mounting.

Quick Start: Power Connection

Mains Adapter and Splitter Usage

Details on power adapters and a caution for the 1-8 power splitter.

Connecting System to Mains Power

Step-by-step guide for connecting cameras and DVR to power outlets.

System Overview

DVR Features and Capabilities

Overview of the DVR's capabilities including H.264 compression and USB interfaces.

Environment Adaptability Guidelines

Recommendations for safe operation and prolonging the device's useful life.

Recording Capacity Chart

Table showing recording time in days based on HDD size and number of cameras.

Manual Conventions

Understanding Manual Notations

Explanation of highlighted text conventions (NOTE, TIP, CAUTION) for understanding the manual.

Package Contents

DVR Package Checklist

List of items included in the DVR package for verification upon receipt.

System Connection Diagram

DVR System Wiring Guide

Diagram illustrating connections for cameras, microphones, speakers, and monitors to the DVR.

Basic Operation: Front Panel

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Description of POWER button, IR sensor, LED indicators, and USB ports on the DVR's front panel.

Channel and Playback Buttons

Functionality of channel number buttons and playback controls (rewind, freeze, play, FF, slow).

Basic Operation: Rear Panel Connections

DVR Rear Panel Ports Explained

Table detailing physical connectors (POWER, RJ45, VGA, VIDEO, ALM, RS485, Audio, Video) and their functions.

BNC Connector Usage

Instructions for connecting and disconnecting cameras using BNC connectors.

Basic Operation: Remote Control

Remote Control Button Functions

Detailed explanation of each button on the remote control and its function for DVR navigation.

Using Remote for Input and Navigation

Tips for using the remote control for entering passwords, camera titles, and general navigation.

Basic Operation: Mouse Control

Mouse Button and Scroll Wheel Functions

Explanation of left-click, right-click, and scroll wheel functions for mouse navigation and menu interaction.

Basic Operation: Sub Menu Navigation

Accessing and Using the Sub Menu

How to open the sub menu by right-clicking and its available options like Main Menu, Keylock, and PTZ.

Basic Operation: System Management

Power On/Off and Login Procedures

Steps for powering the system, managing standby mode, and accessing the main menu.

HDD Formatting Requirement

Procedure to format the HDD before use for recording video footage.

Basic Operation: Playback

Initiating and Searching Video Playback

Steps to begin viewing previously recorded footage using the Search Menu.

Playback Controls and Limitations

Using on-screen VCR controls, volume, and noting single channel playback limitation.

Basic Menu Functions: Main Menu

Main Menu Options Explained

Detailed explanation of SEARCH, RECORD, HDD, BASIC, ADVANCE, and EXIT options in the main menu.

Basic Menu Functions: Search

Searching Recorded Video by Date/Time

Using the search function with date and time to find recorded video.

Understanding Record State Indicators

Interpreting green (normal) and red (alarm/motion) indicators in the record state grid.

Basic Menu Functions: File List

Accessing and Navigating File List

How to open and navigate the file list to view recorded video files.

File List Navigation Options

Explanation of buttons for navigating file list pages and managing file selections.

Basic Menu Functions: Backup

Backing Up Recorded Data to USB

Procedure for backing up recorded video files to a USB flash drive.

USB Drive Compatibility and Backup Caution

Notes on USB drive capacity and a warning against removing the drive during backup.

Basic Menu Functions: Record Mode

Configuring Recording Parameters

Setting resolution, frame rate, and bitrate for recording channels.

DVR Recording Resolution Support

Details on supported channel configurations for D1, HD1, and CIF resolutions.

Basic Menu Functions: Record Mode (Continued)

Frame Rate and Audio Settings

Adjusting frame rate and enabling/disabling audio recording for cameras.

Record Mode and Size Options

Selecting between continuous recording (Power Up) and schedule-based recording, plus file size segmentation.

Basic Menu Functions: Recording Schedule

Setting Custom Recording Schedules

Configuring schedule grid for alarm, general, or no recording by time block and day.

Copying Schedule Between Days

Using FROM/TO options to copy schedules from one day to another for efficiency.

Basic Menu Functions: HDD Management

HDD Status and Information Display

Displaying HDD status, size, free space, and available recording time.

Overwrite and HDD Formatting

Managing full HDDs with overwrite and formatting procedures for HDD/USB drives.

Basic Menu Functions: Basic Setup

Basic Setup Sub-Menus Overview

Overview of sub-menus for Language, Date/Time, Password, Display, and Video/Audio settings.

Basic Menu Functions: Language Settings

Changing System Language

Steps to change the system language to English or Chinese.

Basic Menu Functions: Date and Time

Setting System Date and Time

Procedure for setting date, time, date format, time format, and time zone.

Basic Menu Functions: Daylight Saving Time

Configuring Daylight Saving Time (DST)

Setting DST mode to CUSTOM or DEFAULT, including start and end times.

Basic Menu Functions: Password Management

User Account Configuration

Setting up user names, levels (admin/normal), and states (active/inactive).

User Password Setup Process

Defining passwords, enabling password requirements, and confirming passwords for user accounts.

Basic Menu Functions: User Permissions

Configuring User Access Permissions

Assigning specific permissions to user accounts for system features.

Admin-Only Permission Adjustments

Note that only admin accounts can adjust user permissions.

Basic Menu Functions: Display Settings

Customizing Channel Display Options

Setting channel names, positions, colors, and preview status for clarity.

Show/Hide Date and Time Display

Enabling or disabling the display of date and time during live view and playback.

Basic Menu Functions: Preview and Volume

Managing Preview Channel Visibility

Concealing specific channels by setting their preview to OFF for public view.

Video/Audio Settings and Volume Control

Setting VGA resolution, video system (PAL/NTSC), and adjusting audio volume.

Advanced Menu Functions: Advanced Setup

Advanced Setup Sub-Menus Overview

Overview of sub-menus for Alarm, Info, Motion Detection, Mobile, System, PTZ, and Network settings.

Advanced Menu Functions: Alarm Settings

Configuring I/O Alarms and Loss Alarms

Setting I/O channel modes, HDD loss, HDD space, and video loss alarms.

Alarm Management and Buzzer Settings

Configuring alarm output time, buzzer duration, and post-record time.

Advanced Menu Functions: Email Setup

Configuring Email Notifications

Setting up email notifications with snapshots for triggered events using SMTP server details.

SSL Encryption for Email

Note on enabling SSL for encrypted email communication, recommended for advanced users.

Advanced Menu Functions: System Information

Viewing System Hardware Details

Displaying firmware version, MAC address, and serial number of the DVR.

Advanced Menu Functions: Motion Detection

Setting Up Motion Detection

Enabling motion detection, setting sensitivity, and defining motion detection areas for each channel.

Advanced Menu Functions: Mobile Settings

Mobile Network and Port Configuration

Setting mobile network type (3G, 2.75G, 2.5G) and mobile port number.

Mobile Viewer App Port Matching

Ensuring the mobile viewer app port matches the DVR's mobile port setting for connectivity.

Advanced Menu Functions: System Management

Automatic System Reset Configuration

Configuring automatic system reset schedules (daily, weekly, monthly) and times.

Restoring Factory Settings and Restarting

Procedures for restoring factory defaults and performing a soft-reset of the DVR.

Advanced Menu Functions: Firmware and Parameters

Firmware Upgrade Process via USB

Steps to upgrade the DVR firmware using a USB flash drive.

Parameter Export and Import

Backing up and restoring customized system settings to and from a USB drive.

Advanced Menu Functions: PTZ Control

PTZ Camera Configuration Settings

Setting protocol, baud rate, data bit, stop bit, verify, and address for PTZ cameras.

Connecting PTZ Cameras to DVR

Instructions for connecting PTZ cameras to the DVR's BNC and 485 ports.

Advanced Menu Functions: Network Settings

Configuring Network Type and IP

Setting network type (DHCP/PPPoE/Static), IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.

DHCP vs. Static IP Recommendation

Recommendation to disable DHCP and use static IP for network stability.

Advanced Menu Functions: DDNS Setup

Configuring Dynamic DNS (DDNS)

Setting up DDNS service, hostname, username, and password for remote access.

DDNS Service Provider Requirement

Note that an account with a DDNS service provider is required before configuring DDNS settings.

Advanced Menu Functions: UPnP Configuration

Enabling UPnP for Connectivity

Steps to enable UPnP in the router and on the DVR for simplified network connectivity.

Accessing DVR via Web Port

How to access the DVR remotely using the router's WAN IP address and web port.

Remote Surveillance Software Overview

Accessing DVR via Internet Explorer

Instructions for accessing the DVR's interface using Internet Explorer for remote monitoring.

Recommended System and Browser Compatibility

List of compatible operating systems and browsers for stable remote surveillance.

Remote Surveillance: Login Process

Installing ActiveX Control for Remote Access

Procedure for installing the necessary ActiveX control for remote access via Internet Explorer.

User Login and Role Distinction

Steps for logging in and note that only ADMIN users can change settings remotely.

Remote Surveillance: Main Screen Interface

Understanding Main Screen Elements

Explanation of reference items like Modes, Time Stamp, Channel, PTZ Control, and Functions.

Display Modes and Volume Control

Using icons for display modes and adjusting volume/mute status remotely.

Remote Surveillance: Live View

Viewing Live Camera Feeds Remotely

Viewing live camera feeds in single-channel or split-screen configurations remotely.

Remote Recording and Sub Menu

Initiating remote recording and accessing sub menu options for channels.

Remote Surveillance: PTZ Control

Controlling PTZ Cameras Remotely

Using remote controls to pan, tilt, zoom, focus, and aperture PTZ cameras.

Remote Surveillance: Screen Captures

Taking Remote Snapshots

Capturing snapshots of the remote surveillance display for records.

Remote Surveillance: Playback

Using the Replay Menu for Playback

Accessing the replay menu to search and play back recorded video remotely.

Remote Playback Controls and Indicators

Explanation of remote playback controls and progress indicators.

Remote Surveillance: Search Functionality

Searching Recorded Video Remotely

Using calendar and filters to search for recorded video remotely.

Remote Surveillance: Backup

Backing Up Files Remotely to PC

Procedure for backing up recorded video files from the system to a PC remotely.

Remote Surveillance: Setup Configuration

Remote Setup Tabbed Options

Overview of tabbed options in remote setup: RECORD, ALARM, PTZ, NETWORK, SETTING, MAINTENANCE, HOST INFO.

Remote Surveillance: Record Settings

Configuring Record Settings Remotely

Adjusting channel recording status, resolution, bitrate, and mode via remote interface.

Remote Surveillance: Alarm Settings

Configuring Alarm Settings Remotely

Setting I/O alarm status, motion detection, and video loss alarms remotely.

Remote Surveillance: PTZ Settings

Configuring PTZ Settings Remotely

Adjusting protocol, baud rate, data bit, and stop bit for PTZ cameras remotely.

Remote Surveillance: Network Settings

Configuring Network Parameters Remotely

Setting IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and ports remotely.

Remote Surveillance: General Settings

Configuring General Settings Remotely

Adjusting file save locations, DST mode, and user settings remotely.

Remote Surveillance: Maintenance

Remote Maintenance Operations

Performing remote reboot, HDD format, and firmware upgrades.

Remote Surveillance: Host Information

Viewing Host Information Remotely

Accessing HDD status, firmware version, and MAC address remotely.

Software CD Contents

Mobile Phone Applications

List of mobile applications included on the software CD for Android, Blackberry, iPhone, Symbian.

PC Playback Software and Tools

Information on the PC playback software and file conversion tool for viewing recordings.

Mobile Viewing with MEye App

MEye App Configuration and Setup

Entering DVR IP address, port, user ID, and password in the MEye app settings.

Remote Mobile Viewing Requirements

Note on using WAN IP and opening router ports for remote mobile viewing.

MEye App Interface Controls

Explanation of controls for pause/play, full-screen, snapshot, settings, and camera groups.

Hard Disk Drive Installation Guide

Physical HDD Installation Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for physically installing an HDD into the DVR chassis.

ESD Warning and Cable Connection

Caution regarding electrostatic discharge and correct connection of SATA and power cables.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power and Connectivity Problems

Troubleshooting steps for no power, remote control detection, and mouse issues.

HDD, Recording, and Display Issues

Solutions for HDD not detected, full HDD, no picture, no sound, and system beeps.

Email Notification Troubleshooting

Steps to resolve issues with receiving email notifications, including SMTP settings.

Appendix: Product Specifications

DVR Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications including video compression, resolution, frame rate, network, and power supply.

Physical and Environmental Specifications

Information on device dimensions, weight, operating temperature, and humidity.