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DVR User’s Manual

5.2.2.2Software Upgrades

If a new version of the remote monitoring software is available on the DVR, upgrade will be prompted while accessing the unit. Follow the steps to upgrade the software.

The message as the above figure will be prompted. Click <Yes> to accept version upgrade.

Start the IE again and enter the IP address of the DVR in the Address bar of the browser; or if the unit address is set as a Favorite site, click the Favorites entry for the unit.

When the software is completely downloaded and installed, the Login Screen will be displayed.

5.3Basic Operation for Monitoring Remotely

When a DVR is successfully connected, the main window of the remote monitoring software will be displayed. Please refer to the Setup Guide for the graphical illustration of functional items.

The functions on the remote monitoring software will be described in the following sections.

5.3.1View Live Video

View live video from the cameras attached to the DVR by clicking <Live> button on the main window toolbar. Choose desired display mode – full-screen, 2x2 windows, 3x3 windows, and 4x4 windows – after the live images of the DVR are displayed on the main window. When a dome camera is connected and viewed in single channel full-screen mode, the dome camera control operation can be accessed. To choose desired display mode and to operate dome camera control, refer to the following sections.

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Contents User’s Manual DVR User’s Manual DVR User’s Manual Rack Mounting Important InformationTable of Contents 1.3 DVR User’s Manual Overview Connecting Required Devices System SetupPosition the Unit Select Video FormatRear Panel Connectors USB Connector Alarm I/O & RS485Power Switch Power JackPower LED General System SetupFront Panel Introduction LED DefinitionFunctional Keys Alarm LEDDirection Keys SEQ SequencePlease refer to Appendix F Jog / Shuttle JOG/ Shuttle for specified modelsEnter OSD Setup Menu Account Setup Password ProtectionAuthority Setup Load Default SettingTo Power On the Unit Power On / Shutdown the UnitPower Off RebootSet Date / Time System Date / Time SettingSet Date / Time Date / Time DisplayDaylight Saving Time Time Zone Network Time Protocol Setup Network Time Protocol SetupIP Camera Information IP Camera SettingIP Camera Title Hostname/IPConnection Setup Activated Device SetupStatus IP Dome ProtocolSchedule Setup Record Schedule / Quality SettingPer Camera Configuration Preset Record ConfigurationRecord Event Video Only EzRecord SetupData Lifetime Pre-Alarm RecordingAudio Recording Circular RecordingPurge Data Purge All DataText Function POS and Text SetupText Overlay Purge Event BeforeException No Exception Text SetupTrigger Exception StringPort Selection Input SetupInput Source Camera SelectionText Filter Manual Filter SetupInput Process Text Baud Rate, Bit, Stop, ParityView Live / Playback Video Basic OperationViewing Modes Viewing in Full ScreenView Live Cameras Digital ZoomView Recorded Video Freeze Live ImagePause Playback and Single Step Forward Key Usage in PlaybackFreeze PlaySequence with Main Monitor 1st and 2nd Sequence SetupSequence with Call Monitor For 16ch models onlySearch by Time Search Recorded VideoSearch by Event By Text Search by TextExport from OSD Setup Menu Video ExportSelect the External Device Select Video for Exporting Digital Signature Quick Video Export through Front PanelErase Disc EzBurn IntroductionExport Normal Video Dome Control Dome ConnectionExport Event Video 3 RS485 Setup Dome Protocol SetupDome Controlling Key Iris Close Set Preset PointsFocus Far Zoom OutCall Preset Points UPnP Function Intercom FunctionSetting Up the DVR and the PC Enable the UPnP function in the DVRUPnP NAT Traversal Function Remote Monitoring System Requirements Remote Monitoring SoftwareChange Internet Settings Software InstallationDVR User’s Manual Install Remote Monitoring Software Log in / Log off Software Upgrades Basic Operation for Monitoring RemotelyView Live Video Operate Cameras with Dome Control Select Display ModeInstant Recording Record Video InstantlyPlayback Instant Recorded Video Playback Remote Video Playback VideoPlayback Controls Playback Local *.drv FilesIcon Name Description Play / PauseVerify Digital Signature Search from Event ListTake a Snapshot Remote Monitoring Software Trouble Shooting Guide Appendix a Recommended HDDs DVR Control mode Dome Camera Control mode Appendix B Remote Controller232 233 234 235 236 237 238 239 SEQ Appendix C USB Mouse OperationAppendix D Keyboard Access Sketch Appendix E Simultaneous Output Options For VGA + digital output models VGA + Digital OutputDual VGA Appendix F Jog / Shuttle Control