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Rev. 1.0
USER’S MANUAL
Swann DVR16-8900
H.264 Real-Time
Standalone DVR
User’s Manual
Please read the safety precaution before using the product.
MT16120810E
H.264 REAL TIME DVR
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USER’S MANUAL Safety Precautions Disconnect power to the DVR when Do not install the DVR in direct sunlight. connecting or disconnecting cables or Install the DVR in a cool and well ventilated accessing the rear panel. location. Don’t install the DVR in an area Exercise caution handling liquids around near heating devices. the DVR. Don’t place cups or bottles Install the DVR on a sturdy, flat surface. containing liquids on or near the DVR. Don’t install the DVR in a location
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USER’S MANUAL CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN. CAUTION! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Explanation of Two Symbols The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
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USER’S MANUAL Caution Please read the following precautions carefully before installing the product and follow the directions for installation. Don’t install the DVR in a location which has high levels of dust, moisture, smoke or other contaminants. Avoid locations which have high or fluctuating temperatures, and avoid direct sunlight. Do not install the product where the temperature is ever above 104°F/40°C, or below freezing 32°F/0°C). Do not install the product where it i
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USER’S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INSTALLATION 1-1 Product characteristics ------------------------------------------------------------ 7 1-2 Contents ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 1-3 Front Panel ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 1-4 Rear Panel -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 1-5 Remote controller --------------------------------------------
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USER’S MANUAL CHAPTER 3 WEB VIEWER 3-1 Installation ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 54 1. Web viewer installation ................................................................................ 54 3-2 Functional description ----------------------------------------------------------- 56 1. Web viewer monitoring window ................................................................... 56 2. Web viewer search window ...............................
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USER’S MANUAL CHAPTER 1 HAPTER C 1 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION 1-1 Product characteristics ------------------------------------------------------------ 7 1-2 Contents ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 1-3 Front Panel ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 1-4 Rear Panel -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 1-5 Remote Controller -------------------
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USER’S MANUAL 1-1. Product characteristics Runs a very stable, embedded version of Linux operating system. Stable file system recovery even after power supply is disconnected from a power outage. Realized small file size and high video quality by applying the H.264. Supports terra byte hard disk ( up to 1.5TB ) Supports e-SATA port to use additional external hard disk. Real time recording - Maximum of 480IPS@352 X 240 at NTSC - Maximum of 400IPS@352 X 288 at PAL Support
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USER’S MANUAL 1-2. Contents Software Installation CD User’s Manual Remote Controller Mouse SATA cable HDD power cable Power cable Adapter Screws 19” Rack mount Reference: The type of components can be applied differently by the option. 1-3. Front Panel ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ① Navigation buttons “▼” button is used as navigation key, when menu is shown, on the other hand, it is used for switching key between SEARCH and LIVE screen when menu not be shown. ② ENTER
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USER’S MANUAL 1-4. Rear Panel ① USB port – Used to connect USB storage device, such as a flash drive. ② Main output port – It is used to connect BNC type monitor. (It outputs the same video as MAIN output.) ③ Camera video input – These are used to connect cameras ④ Audio input port – It is used to connect audio output port of external device. ⑤ External HDD port – It is used to connect e-SATA HDD. ⑥ Sensor/Alarm/RS-485 ports – These are used to connect sensor, alarm and RS-485
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USER’S MANUAL 1-5. Remote controller Please note: Some DVR models use a remote control with a slightly different shape. The buttons and their functions are the same. How to set the ID of remote controller: 1. Press cancel button for about 3 seconds, until the light on the power button lights up. 2. Enter XX, where XX is the two digit numbers which is the ID of remote controller. ※ Remember, when entering a one digit number to input ‘0’ first. Eg. To set the ID to ‘2’ as ID, in
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USER’S MANUAL 1-6. Connection and initial setting Caution Cameras or other external devices can be connected to this device by numerous methods. Refer to the user manual of the camera or other external device(s) for additional information. When connecting camera(s), ensure that the camera is turned off. Do not connect power to the DVR until all devices – particularly the monitor – have been properly connected. H.264 REAL TIME DVR 11
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USER’S MANUAL 1-7. RS-485 connection ① This device has 1 data port (RS-485). You can use this port to connect a PTZ camera or keyboard. (Optional) ② PTZ camera / keyboard connection i. Connect the PTZ serial communication cable to the RS-485 port. ii. When connecting the cable, make sure the polarity is the right way around. One port is marked “+” and the other marked “-”. See your PTZ device manual for the correct device polarity, and attach accordingly. iii. Recommended initial
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USER’S MANUAL 1-10. Internal hard disk installation To prevent the hard disk in your DVR from being damaged, ensure you handle the DVR carefully. To prevent any data loss, it is recommended to back up any important data into an external storage device regularly. When installing or uninstalling the hard disk, you must always disconnect power to the DVR. If the power is turned on, do not bump, move, knock or drop the DVR. Do not install this device in a hot and/or humid location, o
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USER’S MANUAL 1. Hard disk installation of replacement A. Hard disk installation After shutting down the DVR, unplug the power from the outlet. ① Loosen the screw on the left, right and rear side of the DVR casing. ② Separate the cover of the main unit. ③ Remove the screws on the bracket holding the hard disk. Then, separate the bracket from the hard disk. ④ Install the hard disk to the bracket and tighten the 4 screws. ▶ Connecting bracket to hard disk Orient the SATA c
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USER’S MANUAL ⑩ Tighten the screws on the case. ⑪ After installing the hard disk, you must format the hard disk from the setting menu. - The first SATA cable port on the main board must be connected at all times. If a hard disk is not connected, the DVR may not operate normally (or at all). B. Hard disk replacement After shutting down the DVR, disconnect the power supply. ① Loosen the screws on the left, right and rear side of the DVR casing. ② Remove the cover of the main unit
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USER’S MANUAL C. Recommended list of hard disk - Hard disks of below are the ones proved to be compatible through experiment. - Please refer to when adding or replacing the hard disk. Manufacturer Model name Capacity ST3250312CS 250GB ST3250310CS ST3500312CS 500GB Seagate ST3750330SV 750GB ST3199322CS 1TB WD1600AAJS 160GB WD25200AAJS 250G WD2500AVVS Western Digital WD5000AACS 500G WD5000AAVS WD10EACS 1TB WD15EARS 1.5TB Caution When you select the hard drive in
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USER’S MANUAL CHAPTER 2 CHAPTER 2 Main System Application Main System Application 2-1 Operation -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18 Start up ..................................................................................... 18 Shutdown ..................................................................................... 19 2-2 Live Display ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 20 2-3 System settin
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USER’S MANUAL 2-1. Operation 1) Start up 1. Turn on the DVR. The power indicator light will turn on. 2. Once the DVR boots, you’ll need to log in. Until you log in, the DVR will use the LOGOUT id. 3. Pressing button, then the login window would be displayed. Select the desired username and press “OK” button to continue. ⑨ ① [USER] You may select user to login and authority is restricted by kind of user. The access rights can be set for each user. I. “admin” means System Adm
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USER’S MANUAL 2) Shutdown 1. Whilt you are logged in as a user with sufficient rights, press the button and the logout window will be displayed, as shown below. A. SELECTION: Select Logout or EXIT. B. USER: Display current user has logged.(admin /user1/user2/user3) C. PASSWORD: Where you input your password. 2. Click “OK” button to “Log Out” (locks the DVR) or “DVR Shutdown” (shuts down the DVR completely – it will not record anything whilst in shutdown). H.264 REAL TIME DV
