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DVR-4TH 
 
DVR-8TH 
 
DVR-16TH 
 
 
 
 
Digital Video Recorder Family 
 
With Network/DDNS Video Server 
 
  
 
User’s Manual 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1-800-645-5516 
200 New Highway 
Amityville, NY 11701 
www.specotech.com 
 
DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series 
SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                    
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                         User’s Manual   DVR-4TH/8TH/16TH Series  1 SPECO TECHNOLOGIES 07/10                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
                    
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                        User’s Manual  Caution and Preventive Tips  • Take care not to drop the unit or subject the unit to major shocks or jolts.  • Do not place this unit on an unstable stand, bracket or mount.  • This unit is designed for indoor use only. Do not place the unit near water or in other  extremely humid conditions.  • This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.  • Please check the type of power source available before you plug and operate the unit.  •
                    
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                         User’s Manual     Important Information   Before proceeding, please read and observe all instructions and warnings in this  manual. Retain this manual with the original bill of sale for future reference and, if necessary,  warranty service. When unpacking your unit, check for missing or damaged items. If any item is  missing, or if damage is evident, DO NOT INSTALL OR OPERATE THIS PRODUCT. Contact your  dealer for assistance.     Rack Mounting   Consult with the supplier or manufacturer of your
                    
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                        User’s Manual  Table of Contents  1.  Overview .....................................................................................................................13  1.1  Product Key Features ........................................................................................14  1.2  Product Application Diagram..............................................................................15  2.  System Setup....................................................................................
                    
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                         User’s Manual   To Freeze Live Image..............................................................................38  4.1.4  Viewing Recorded Video.........................................................................38  Key Usage in Playback ...........................................................................39  Pause Playback and Single Step Forward/ Backward ............................39  4.2  Sequence Setup .........................................................................
                    
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                        User’s Manual  Key Usage in Virtual Keyboard...................................................................................61  5.1  System Setup ....................................................................................................62  5.1.1  System/Version Info ................................................................................62  5.1.1.1  DVR System Information & Version Numbers.........................62  5.1.1.2  Software Upgrade via Local Device ...............
                    
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                         User’s Manual   Network Restart ......................................................................73  5.1.7.3 Modem Setup..........................................................................74  Dial-in Setup ...........................................................................74  Dial-out Setup .........................................................................76  Dial Port Selection ..................................................................79  5.1.7.4  Trigger Port
                    
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                        User’s Manual  5.2.7  VGA Frequency.......................................................................................89  5.2.8  Show Color Bar.......................................................................................89  5.3  Camera Setup....................................................................................................90  5.3.1 Analog Camera .......................................................................................90  5.3.1.1  Camera Select .......
                    
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                         User’s Manual   5.3.2.9  Status......................................................................................98  5.3.2.10 Copy Settings..........................................................................98  5.4  Record Setup.....................................................................................................99  5.4.1  Record Mode Setup ................................................................................99  5.4.1.1  Record Resolution ....................
                    
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                        User’s Manual  5.6.4  Email Attachment ..................................................................................109  5.6.5 Alert Notification Setup..........................................................................109  5.6.5.1  Alert Configuration Set..........................................................109  5.6.5.2  Alert Notification....................................................................109  5.6.5.3  Alert IP ....................................................
                    
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                         User’s Manual   5.9.3  From / To Time ......................................................................................122  5.9.4  Select Events ........................................................................................122  5.9.5  Data Type..............................................................................................122  5.9.6  Export Format .......................................................................................123  5.9.7  Digital Signature....
                    
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                        User’s Manual  6.3.1.1  Select Display Mode .............................................................136  6.3.1.2  Operate Cameras with Dome Control ...................................136  6.3.2 Instant Recording..................................................................................137  6.3.2.1 Record Video Instantly..........................................................137  6.3.2.2  Playback Instant Recorded Video .........................................137  6.3.3  Playback V
                    
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                         User’s Manual   1.  Overview  The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit is an integrated digital video recorder  that combines the features of a time-lapse audio / video recorder, a  multiplexer, and a video server to create a single security CCTV solution.     Its outstanding variable operation enables users to view live or playback  recorded video, have remote access through network simultaneously while  recording other video, and to view previously recorded video instantly by  entering the time and
                    
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                        User’s Manual  DVR-16TH      1.1  Product Key Features  The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series offers advanced features not typically found  in standard multiplexers. It integrates the full features of a DVR, a multiplexer  and a video server (by using the software SpecoRemote™). The key features  of the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series are listed as follows.    Advanced Functions  • H.264 high quality compression  • 4/8/16 channels for video input  • Simultaneous Live/ Playback monitor and remote access via ne
                    
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                         User’s Manual   • Covert camera operation provides enhanced security and administrator  control  • Per camera configuration for camera settings, frame rate, picture bit rate,  alarms, motion detection.   • Programmable day/ night/ weekend scheduling  • Programmable main monitor/ call-monitor switching sequence  • Powerful alarm processor allows flexible alarm trigger and responses,  including alarm, motion, and camera failure  • Dome control protocols: Speco, Pelco D, Pelco P, Fastrax 2, AD422,
                    
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                        User’s Manual  2.  System Setup  Prior notices and an introduction on system installation will be described in  this chapter. Please follow the instructions to operate the unit.    In order to prevent the unit from data loss or system damage that might result  from a sudden power fluctuation, the use of an Uninterruptible Power Supply  (UPS) is highly recommended.    2.1  Position the Unit  Position/ mount the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit in an appropriate,  steady location and make sure the p
                    
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                         User’s Manual   Connecting Required Devices  Before powering up, you should connect cameras and a main monitor to the  unit for basic operation. If needed, connect a call monitor for displaying full  screen video of all installed cameras in sequence.    Connecting Short-term Device  If you plan to install any short-term external devices, such as USB DVD+RW,  USB Hard Disk Drive, etc, to the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series and want to  use them as part of the unit system, make sure those devices are  
                    
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                        User’s Manual  Main Monitor (S-Video/ BNC/ VGA)  S-Video, BNC, and VGA output connectors are available for connecting to a  main monitor. The main monitor displays live image and playback recorded  video in full-screen or multiple window format.    Digital Output (Main Monitor)  A digital output connector is provided for connection to a displaying device  that transfers data digitally to show the best video quality.    Call Monitor (BNC)  The call monitor is used to display full screen video of 
                    
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                         User’s Manual   Audio In  The DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit provides 4/ 8/ 16 channels of audio  recording accordingly. The Audio In connectors are offered for connecting  audio source devices (e.g. external amplified microphone) to the unit. The  PIN of upper row is for input of each channel while the lower row is for  ground.    Main Audio Out  One RCA connector is provided for audio output of main monitor.    Audio Out  In addition to the RCA connector, the DVR-4TH/ 8TH/ 16TH series unit  p