Bosch Appliances Divar -Digital Versatile Recorder Getting started, System requirements

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Divar Installation Manual Using the Configuration Tool

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Getting started

To use the Configuration Tool to change settings, the unit must be physically connected to a PC via the RS232 Console Port or via a network connection. The Configuration Tool application must be installed on the PC.

System requirements

Operating platform:

A PC or compatible running Windows 95, Windows 98,

 

Windows Millennium, Windows NT 4.0 (SP4),

 

Windows 2000 or Windows XP.

For the Configuration Tool application, the minimum PC requirements are:

Processor:

200 MHz Pentium with MMX (or equivalent)

RAM memory:

32 MB (depends on operating system)

Hard disk space:

15 MB free

Video system:

800x600 with 16-bit color

Connectivity:

A free RS232 port or a 10/100-BaseT network interface

Installing the Configuration Tool

The Configuration Tool is automatically installed on the PC when you install the Control Center application. To install separately:

1.Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive on your PC. > The installation program starts automatically.

2.If installation does not start automatically, locate the Setup.exe file on the CD and double click it.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen and select to install the Configuration Tool when asked to complete the installation.

Starting the Configuration Tool

Starting the Configuration Tool depends on how you are connected to the unit:

via a serial RS232 connection,

via a network, or

offline

Serial connection

If your PC is connected directly to the unit via the serial RS232 connection, double click the Configuration Tool icon on your desktop window to start the program. Select the Serial connection entry from the DVR list.

Network connection

To start the Configuration Tool without using the Control Center, double click the Configuration Tool icon on your desktop window to start the program. Alternatively, select the Divar Configuration Tool program via the Start button on the task bar and the Programs menu item. Follow the login procedure.

To start the Configuration Tool via the Control Center, click the Config button in the Control Center window. You must first be logged into the Control Center as an administrator to open the Configuration Tool in this way.

Offline configuration

If you choose to log in with an offline configuration, you should select the Divar version, model, the video standard and the cameras that are connected.

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Contents Divar Digital Versatile Recorder Page Digital Versatile Recorder Installation manual ChaptersHardware setup Quick installIntroduction Operating instructionsUsing the Configuration Tool Menu default valuesTechnical specifications Safety Precautions Divar Installation Manual Reference Definition of termsIcons shown on the screen Introduction Digital video recorder for security applicationsFeatures VersionsPackage contents Installation environmentOn-screen help UnpackingAssociated equipment DVD writerQuick install Quick connection Powering up Primary connectionsOptional connections First-time useQuick Install Menu DAY Period Enter a Divar name to be used in the network Operating instructions Front panel controls Divar BilinxDivar Bilinx with internal DVD writer Indicators KeysPrimary functions Alternate functions Viewing pictures ViewingMonitor a Monitor BMultiscreen Full-screenSequence Cameo assignmentZoom To zoom in on a camera picture Press the ALT keyPress the zoom key Press the ALT key to return the keys to normal operationLive mode Playback modeLive, playback and search modes Search mode Protecting or archiving a video recordingSearch Results Triggers and alarms AlarmsAlarms and Triggers Background eventsAlarm inputs Motion alarmIf an input causes an alarm If a motion detection signal causes an alarmVideo loss alarm Multiple alarmsDisk-full alarm If the loss of a video signal causes an alarmHardware setup Specification Rack mountingCamera connections MountingSpecifications Monitor connectionsConsole port connection RS232 console port socketKeyboard connections Divar connectionKeyboard In RJ11 socket KBD Keyboard out RJ11 socket KBD OUTNetwork configuration Ethernet connectionLAN RJ-45 Ethernet socket Control port Control port 15-pole D-type socketConnecting the Inputs Connecting the Alarm OutputsExternal I/O connection External I/O 25-pole D-type socketConnector unless you connect a disk array Scsi connectionPower Supply TestingMaintenance Power supply socketDivar Installation Manual Hardware setup Menu system Accessing the menu from the unit Setting the dynamic characteristicsOverview of the menu system Main Menu History Local Archiving Authenticity Check Adjust Contrast submenu Bosch Security Systems TIME/DATEExit Menu on Alarms item to Yes System Settings Playback Setup History LOG Setup Administrator Profiles Profile Override Output handling Divar Installation Manual Menu system Configuration Tool UsingInstalling the Configuration Tool Starting the Configuration ToolGetting started System requirementsHow to Log To modify the Divar listLogin Menu structure differencesMaximum number of users Settings button Using the Menu treeIntroducing the main window Overview buttonService button Using the control buttonsHelp button Logout buttonRefining settings RefreshUndo / Redo Previous / NextDivar Installation Manual Using the Configuration Tool Menu default values YYYY-MM-DD ATM/POS Divar Installation Manual Menu default values Dhcp Administrator Profiles Profile manager Divar Installation Manual Menu default values Technical specifications Electrical Accessories Optional MechanicalEnvironmental Divar Installation Manual Technical specifications Page Bosch Security Systems B.V