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DRT16 / DRT8 Digital Video Recorder
User’s Manual
00P379100ASEA3
Version 1.3
00P379100ASEA3
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User’s Manual Caution and Preventive Tips • Switch the 115/230V selector to your local voltage standard • Handle with care, do not drop the unit • Mount the unit in an equipment rack or place it on a solid, stable surface. • Indoor use only. Do not place the unit in a humid, dusty, oily, or smoky site. • Do not place it in an area with poor ventilation or in an area close to fire or other sources of heat. Doing so may damage the unit as well as cause fire or an electric shock.
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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 e
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User’s Manual Table of Content 1. Overview .......................................................................................................................6 1.1 Product Key Features ..........................................................................................6 1.2 Product Application Diagram................................................................................7 2. System Setup.......................................................................
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User’s Manual 4.5 Deleting Recorded Video...................................................................................29 4.6 Dome Control.....................................................................................................30 4.6.1 Dome Connection.................................................................................30 4.6.2 Dome Protocol Setup ...........................................................................31 4.6.3 RS485 Setup...............
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User’s Manual 1. Overview The DRT16 / DRT8 DVR 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 triplex operation enables users to view live or playback recorded video, and remote access through network simultaneously, while recording other video, and to view wanted recorded video instantly by entering the time and date or se
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User’s Manual • Programmable call-monitor switching sequence • Pre-Alarm recording • IR Remote controller (Optional) • Multiple language on-screen menus • Network software supports static IP and DHCP • Support RS-485 remote control keyboard (Optional) 1.2 Product Application Diagram Connect the unit with other devices as shown in the system diagram to complete a video surveillance solution. The figure shows also the expandability and flexibility of this digital recording system.
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User’s Manual 2. System Setup The notices and introduction on system installation will be described particularly in this chapter. Please follow the description to operate the unit. In order to prevent the unit from data loss and system damage that caused by a sudden power fluctuation, use of an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is highly recommended 2.1 Position the Unit Position / mount the DRT16 / DRT8 DVR in a proper place and be sure to power off the unit before ma
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User’s Manual Connecting Required Devices Before power up the unit, 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 devices to the DRT16 / DRT8 DVR and use them as part of the unit system, such as USB CD-ROM, USB Hard Disk Drive, etc, make sure those devices are connected only after t
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User’s Manual Video Input A group of BNC connectors are available for video input streams from installed cameras. The number of connectors is equal to the number of channels; the DRT16 / DRT8 DVR has 8/ 16 BNC connectors on the rear panel, respectively. Video Looping Plenty of BNC connectors are positioned on the real panel for looping out the video input. Alarm I/O & RS485 The unit provides an alarm I/O and RS485 port that offers user the flexibility required to conn
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User’s Manual LAN Connector (RJ-45) The DRT16 / DRT8 DVR is capable of networking. The LAN port opens the door of DRT16 / DRT8 DVR to Ethernet. USB Connector (x2) There are two USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel for users to connect external ® USB devices to the unit, such as ThumbDrive or CD-ROM. Power Jack The DRT16 / DRT8 DVR has a free voltage AC power connection jack. Please connect the power supply that ships with the unit. NOTE: Use of other power supply may cause overloadi
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User’s Manual 3.1 Front Panel Introduction The front panel controls enable user to control the unit and preset the programmable functions. 3.1.1 LED Definition The DRT16 / DRT8 DVR LEDs on the front panel are described as follows. Power LED (Green) The LED lit during the period when the correct power is connected. Network LED (Green) The LED should be lit when DRT16 / DRT8 DVR is connected to a network and blink when the data is being transferred. Alarm LED (R
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User’s Manual 3.1.2 Function Keys The DRT16 / DRT8 DVR functional keys on the front panel for normal operation are described as follows. NOTE: The left HDD should be set to “Master” and the right one should be set to “Slave”. CHANNEL • When in both Live and Playback modes, press the CHANNEL key to view the corresponding video in full screen. The number of the CHANNEL keys corresponds to the number of cameras supported by the unit. • When in dome control mode, the key named
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User’s Manual FREEZE • Press FREEZE while viewing live image, the live video will be frozen. The date / time information shown on the monitor will continue updating. Press FREEZE again to return to live mode. • Press FREEZE while playing the recorded video, the playback video will be paused. Press LEFT / RIGHT to move the recorded video reverse/ forward by single step. Press FREEZE again to continue playing video. Fast Forward Under Playback mode, press this key to pl
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User’s Manual CALL/ COPY • In Live mode, press to enter call monitor control mode; press ESC to exit. • In Playback mode, press CALL to select the start and end point of the video you want to export. More detailed information refer to Section 4.4 Video Export. Direction Keys • In Zoom mode, these keys function as Direction keys. • In the OSD menu, the Direction keys are used to move the cursor to previous or next fields. To change the value in the selected field, press UP/
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User’s Manual Select this item to shut down the unit. Do not remove the power during shut down until the message “You can safely turn off DVR now!” displays. Select this item to reboot the unit. The color bar and system checking information are displayed on the monitor until the unit is completely restarted. 3.3 Entering OSD Setup Menu The OSD Main menu contains a list of items that are used to configure the DRT16 / DRT8 DVR. To enter the Main men
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User’s Manual Move the cursor up / down over the OSD items using the Direction keys and press ENTER to enter the selected sub-menu. 3.4 System Date / Time Setting User can set the current date, time and other OSD parameters in Date/Time menu. The administrator’s privileges are required for entering the submenu. In OSD Main menu, select and press ENTER, then select to access the Date/Time menu; the menu displays as follows. Date/Time 1. Date 2005/02/21
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User’s Manual Date Display Mode This function allows user to set the OSD display type of the date / time. There are three options to select from: , or . “Y” represents “Year”, “M” represents “Month” and “D” represents “Day”. Move to the item and press ENTER, the option starts blinking. Use UP / DOWN keys to change the setting. The default setting is in both NTSC / PAL formats. Time Display Mode User can choose to set the time format to <12 hou
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User’s Manual 3.5 Record Schedule / Quality Setting The Record Setup menu allows user to set recording quality, recording schedules, and other recording parameters. To setup the recording quality and schedules, you have to enter the OSD Setup Menu with correct Administrator's password. In the Main menu, move the cursor to and press ENTER; the following menu is displayed. Record Setup 1. Record Mode 720 ×240@60PPS 2. Schedule Setup 3. Preset Config Standard
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User’s Manual 3.5.2 Schedule Setup The Schedule Setup is used to set the day and night time, or weekend recording schedule. Select from the Record Setup menu and press ENTER; the following menu is displayed. Schedule Setup 1. Day Time Start AM 06:00 2. Day Time End PM 06:00 3. Night Time Start PM 06:00 4. Night Time End AM 06:00 5. Weekend Schedule YES 6. Weekend Start Fri 18:00 7. Weekend End Mon 06:00 • Make appropriate changes of
