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Vista Quantum Plus User Manual

Vista Quantum Plus
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Quantum Plus H.264 – Installation and User manual (FSK)
User and programming manual for
Vista’s Quantum Plus range of DVR.
Models including FSK telemetry
Including:
QP04-XXXhf
QP08-XXXhf
QP16-XXXhf
(XXX – denotes hard drive size)

Table of Contents

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Vista Quantum Plus Specifications

General IconGeneral
Remote ViewingYes
Motion DetectionYes
Operating SystemEmbedded Linux
Mobile AppYes
CompressionH.264

Summary

CE INFORMATION

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION BEFORE USE

Read this manual before installing or using the DVR. Keep it safe for future reference.

INSTALLATION SITE

Ensure the installation position is level, secure, and adequately ventilated. Avoid humidity and water sources.

CONTENTS OF PACKAGING

Included Components

Lists the items included in the package: User Manual, Power Cable, Remote Controller, Battery, USB Mouse, Installation CD.

FEATURES

Product Features Overview

Details convenience, stability, expandability, technology, and functionality of the DVR.

FRONT PANEL

Front Panel Component Descriptions

Details the function of LEDs, USB port, power button, and navigation keys on the front panel.

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

Rear Panel Port Descriptions

Details the function of each connection port on the rear of the DVR.

SYSTEM CONNECTION DIAGRAM

ALARM CONNECTIONS

Alarm Connection Procedure

Explains how alarm connections are made using rear panel push-in connectors.

REMOTE CONTROL

Remote Control Button Functions

Lists and details the functions of each button on the remote control for operating the DVR.

OSD DESCRIPTION

On-Screen Display Elements

Explains the status bar, icons, camera names, PTZ display, and timeout settings.

MENU TREE

DVR Menu Hierarchy

Presents a visual, hierarchical representation of the DVR's menu structure.

DEFAULT PASSWORDS

Front Panel & Viewer Software Access

Specifies default passwords for accessing the DVR's front panel and viewer software.

MENU Navigation

Navigation Methods

Explains how to navigate DVR menus using the front panel, IR remote, and mouse controls.

MENU Settings

DISPLAY Settings

Covers camera settings, covert mode, naming, spot output, OSD, live viewing, and camera info.

RECORDING

Global Recording Parameters

Configures core recording features like watermarking, overwrite, quality, and alarm modes.

Normal (TL) Recording Settings

Configures continuous recording parameters (resolution, rate, audio) per channel.

Alarm Recording Settings

Configures alarm recording parameters (resolution, rate, audio).

Motion Recording Settings

Configures motion recording parameters, sensitivity, and detection regions.

Schedule Recording Settings

Sets up hourly recording schedules for the week.

Audio Event Recording Settings

Configures audio event recording parameters and sensitivity.

Duration Recording Settings

Sets recording duration based on resolution, video connection, and number of days.

Priority Recording Settings

Defines recording priority for different event types to manage storage effectively.

SYSTEM Settings

Basic System Configuration

Configures language, date format, video type, system ID, and initialisation options.

Disk Management

Covers drive formatting and SMART monitoring for hard disk drive health checks.

Account and User Management

Manages user accounts, passwords, and specific rights for system access levels.

Program Update

Details the process for upgrading the DVR's firmware via USB.

Sensor Input Configuration

Configures the 16 alarm inputs for different sensor types (normally open, normally closed, inactive).

PTZ Setup and Controller Configuration

Configures PTZ camera protocols, baud rates, and keyboard connections for remote camera control.

DST Setup (Daylight Saving Time)

Configures automatic clock adjustment for Daylight Saving Time changes.

NTP Setup and City Selection

Sets up Network Time Protocol for clock synchronization and selects the local time zone.

Smart (HDD Watch Dog) Functionality

Monitors hard disk health for bad sectors and high temperatures, acting as a preventative maintenance tool.

RS485 Dome Telemetry Connections

RS485 Dome Wiring

Explains daisy chain and star configurations for RS485 dome telemetry.

PTZ User Instructions

PTZ Control Methods

Describes PTZ camera control via remote keyboard, front panel buttons, and software viewer.

Dome Menu Access Methods

Accessing PTZ Dome Menus

Explains how to access PTZ dome menus using various control devices.

Miscellaneous Settings

Replay Time Adjustments

Covers the 'Etc.' menu for adjusting replay time parameters.

NETWORK Configuration

DDNS Configuration

Explains Dynamic Domain Name Server setup for enabling remote access without a fixed IP address.

IP Address and Port Settings

Configures IP address, gateway, subnet mask, and network ports for DVR connectivity.

NTP Time Synchronization

Sets up Network Time Protocol for synchronizing the DVR's clock with an external time server.

Live Viewing and Bandwidth Settings

Configures live viewing resolution/quality and limits network bandwidth utilization.

EVENT Notifications

E-Mail Registration and Event Alerts

Sets up email addresses and triggers for receiving event notifications like alarms or video loss.

SMTP Mode Configuration

Configures SMTP settings, including server details and authentication, for sending emails.

E-mail Out Settings

Defines which events trigger email reports and if image attachments should be included.

Beep and Alarm Out Settings

Configures buzzer activation and alarm output relay for specific event occurrences and their durations.

SEARCHING VIDEO FOOTAGE

Search by Date/Time and Event

Allows searching recorded video by specific date/time or by event type (alarm, motion, audio).

Search by Calendar

Enables searching recorded video using a calendar interface to select days with available footage.

Bookmark Search and Playback

Allows searching and managing bookmarked points within recorded video for quick access.

Archiving Evidence

Archiving Methods and Procedures

Details how to download video evidence to DVD/CD or USB drives and format options.

LOG Files

Log File Content and Viewing

Describes the types of events recorded in the log file and how to view and filter them.

Client Viewer Software (QT Player)

Software Requirements and Installation

Specifies minimum PC requirements and guides on installing the QT Player viewer software.

Logging On to the Unit

Explains the process of connecting to the DVR using the QT Player software.

Screen Button Explanations

QT Player Interface Elements

Explains the functions of buttons and icons within the QT Player software interface.

Live Monitoring

Split Screen Options

Details the available split screen layouts for viewing multiple camera feeds simultaneously.

Remote Search Functionality

Describes how to perform video searches remotely using the viewer software.

Remote Search: Date/Time and Event

Guides on performing remote searches by date/time or specific events within recorded footage.

Remote Search: Calendar

Explains how to search recorded video remotely using a calendar interface to select playback dates.

ARCHIVE Operations

Remote Archive Procedures

Details remote archive operations for Date/Time, Event, and Calendar searches.

Playback Downloaded Files

Explains how to play back video files that have been downloaded from the DVR onto a PC.

Remote Log and Info

Log File Viewing and Filtering

Describes viewing and filtering remote log files, including system events and user activity.

System and Status Information

Provides details on system information (MAC address, software version) and status (disk, recording modes).

Remote Setup

Display Settings

Covers remote adjustment of camera settings, covert mode, naming, and spot monitor configurations.

Spot Monitor Configuration

Configures spot monitor mode and duration for camera sequences.

Recording Settings

Global Recording Parameters

Sets core recording features like watermarking, overwrite, quality, and alarm modes.

Normal (TL) Recording Settings

Configures continuous recording parameters (resolution, rate, audio) per channel.

Alarm Recording Settings

Configures alarm recording parameters (resolution, rate, audio).

Motion Recording Settings

Configures motion recording parameters, sensitivity, and detection regions.

Schedule Recording Settings

Sets up hourly recording schedules for the week.

Audio Event Recording Settings

Configures audio event recording parameters and sensitivity.

Duration Recording Settings

Sets recording duration based on resolution, video connection, and number of days.

Priority Recording Settings

Defines recording priority for different event types to manage storage effectively.

SYSTEM Settings

Basic System Configuration

Configures language, date format, video type, system ID, and network viewing settings.

Account and User Management

Manages user accounts, passwords, and specific rights for system access levels.

Sensor Input Configuration

Configures the 16 alarm inputs for different sensor types (normally open, normally closed, inactive).

Auto Delete Mode Settings

Sets automatic deletion of recordings older than a specified number of days to comply with data protection laws.

PTZ Camera Setup

Configures RS485 ID, protocol, and baud rate for PTZ cameras for remote control.

PTZ Keyboard Setup

Configures RS485 ID and protocol for PTZ keyboards for remote camera control.

EVENT Notifications

E-Mail Registration and Event Alerts

Sets up email addresses and triggers for receiving event notifications like alarms or video loss.

SMTP Mode Configuration

Configures SMTP settings, including server details and authentication, for sending emails.

E-mail Out Settings

Defines which events trigger email reports and if image attachments should be included.

Beep and Alarm Out Settings

Configures buzzer activation and alarm output relay for specific event occurrences and their durations.

Local Search (viewing downloaded footage)

Search by Date/Time and Event

Allows searching downloaded footage by specific date/time or by event type (alarm, motion, audio).

Search by Calendar

Enables searching downloaded footage using a calendar interface to select days with available recordings.

Log and Info Files

Provides access to view and filter log files and client software information.

Local Setup

Global and Opacity Settings

Configures draw mode, date format, save format, and OSD opacity for the viewer software.

Audio Buffer Settings

Adjusts audio buffer settings to optimize audio quality over the network based on bandwidth.

PAN, TILT, Zoom, Focus Control

PTZ Control Operations

Details how to control camera pan, tilt, zoom, and focus using the viewer software interface.

Preset and Learn Functionality

Explains how to save and recall PTZ camera presets and learn custom sequences.

Firmware Upgrade Process

Exiting the Client Program

Describes how to properly quit and exit the client viewer software application.

APPENDIX 1

ALARM SENSOR INSTALLATION

Provides components list and the inner circuit diagram for alarm sensor input.

SENSOR Install Processing

Explains the sensor installation process using a block diagram illustration.

APPENDIX 2

Internet Security Setup for Web Client

Guides on configuring internet security settings for Windows XP/Vista to enable web client access.

Connection Configuration

Details steps for allowing active X control installation for secure web client connection.

APPENDIX 3

DYNAMIC IP (DDNS Server) Setup

Explains Dynamic DNS server setup for remote access without a fixed IP address.

Account Creation and DDNS Settings

Guides on creating a DDNS account and configuring the DVR's DDNS settings.

DDNS Setup Procedure

Provides step-by-step instructions for configuring DDNS settings on the DVR.

Appendix 4

DVR Port and Web Server Port Setup

Explains setting DVR and web server ports using an IP sharing router for port forwarding.

APPENDIX 5

Partitioning External USB Hard Drive

Provides instructions for creating a partition on an external USB HDD for backup purposes.

APPENDIX 6

SPECIFICATION

Lists the detailed technical specifications of the Quantum Plus DVR models.

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