Pelco manual Welcome, Function DVR5100 Remote Client

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Welcome

The DVR5100 remote client software provides access to all DVR5100 Series hybrid video recorder operation and configuration features in one unified, user-friendly interface. Up to three DVR5100 remote client applications can access one DVR5100 server simultaneously. Each DVR5100 remote client connection sets its own bandwidth throttle, up to the bandwidth limit set at the server. Thus, users with a higher available bandwidth are not impacted by users with a lower available bandwidth. Designed to deliver optimum security for internet connections, the DVR5100 remote client leverages a built-in virtual private network (VPN) server for connections made across a public network connection. The interface uses drag-and-drop operations, shortcut menus, and ToolTips to enable the most direct, intuitive interactions. Sound, graphics, color, and on-screen messages provide helpful, ongoing feedback about user activity and system status. You can view live video and audio, control cameras, record, search, play back, and export video. The DVR5100 remote client also allows the admin-level user to perform administrative functions, such as configuring devices, managing user accounts, and creating recording schedules. Permission to access these functions and all other system services can be configured to a fine level of detail. You see only those devices and features to which you have been granted permission.

The DVR5100 remote client offers a powerful scripting interface. With scripts, you can easily automate many system functions in almost any combination. Two search mechanisms make it easy to search for recorded footage. The Quick Search provides an efficient interface for searches based on camera, date, and time. The Enhanced Search allows searches based on motion, alarm or event, and across multiple cameras, simultaneously. System logs can also be searched, printed, and exported.

The DVR5100 remote client provides additional features that allow you to perform functions not available on the DVR5100. Table A summarizes these various features.

Table A. Remote Client Feature Comparison

Function

DVR5100 Remote Client

DVR5100

 

 

 

Operation

Operate the DVR5100 remotely from a PC.

Use the supplied USB PC keyboard and mouse or the front

panel control pad.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use local controls to configure most of the DVR5100

Configuration

Configure the DVR5100 remotely.

features.

NOTE: Time, date, and network settings can only be

 

 

 

 

configured with the DVR5100.

 

 

 

 

 

Run scripts.

Scripts

Create, modify, and run scripts.

NOTE: Scripts cannot be created or modified with the

 

 

DVR5100.

 

 

 

 

 

Create, modify, and run relays.

Relays

Create, modify, and run relays.

NOTE: Relays cannot be created or modified with the

 

 

DVR5100.

 

 

 

Synchronous Mode

Play back four time-synchronized clips concurrently.

No local access to the synchronous mode.

 

 

 

System Logs

View system logs.

View system logs.

 

 

 

Alarm Manager

View active alarms, acknowledge or snooze alarms,

View, acknowledge, or snooze alarms.

enter free-form text associated with alarms.

 

 

 

 

 

Recording Schedules

Modify existing schedule times and create new custom

Modify existing schedule times and create new custom

schedules.

schedules.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Add and modify users.

Roles

Add and modify users and roles.

NOTE: Roles cannot be added or modified with the

 

 

DVR5100.

 

 

 

In addition to this operation manual, the DVR5100 remote client includes a HTML Help Viewer, which is accessible from the interface Help menu. The viewer allows you to locate the necessary topics without referring to a printed manual.

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Contents DVR5100 Series Hybrid Video Recorder Page Contents Managing Exported Video Setting Service Permissions List of Illustrations C1697M-B 11/08 Page List of Tables Welcome Function DVR5100 Remote ClientMinimum System Requirements Installing the Remote ClientInstalling the Remote Client Application Close all programs, including any antivirus softwareGetting Started Setting UP Server ConnectionsCreating a NEW Connection Dialog Box Logging on Main Application Window Overview 8 layoutC1697M-B 11/08 Shortcut Menus Remote Client Controls and ShortcutsTooltips Keyboard ShortcutsMonitoring Live Video and Audio Operating the Remote ClientSelecting Video to Display To set up a filter Disconnecting CamerasUsing Filters to Limit the Camera List Filtering the Camera ViewRemoving Camera Locations and Group Filters Arranging Cameras in the Explorer View Navigation Explorer View, Sorted by Camera NumberVideo Controls Icon DescriptionAdjusting the Iris Adjusting the Focus Using Digital Zoom ControlsControlling PTZ Cameras Digital Zoom ControlsPresets Using PATTERNS, PRESETS, and ScansPatterns Scans To scan is to view an area by automatically panning a cameraRotate the Camera Stopping a ScanZoom In and Out Activating the Wiper Command Motion DetectionViewing Advanced Device Properties Device Properties and SettingsViewing Device Properties Click OK to close this screenViewing Diagnostic Properties Camera SettingsDVR5100 can be queried for diagnostic information Accessing a Camera Menu Using Camera MenusExiting a Camera Menu Executing Scripts Action DescriptionActivating a Script Manually Stopping a ScriptAlarms, Relays, and Manual Recording Working with AlarmsSnoozing AN Alarm Alarm NotificationAcknowledging AN Alarm Reading Alarm CommentsAdding a Note to the System LOG Sending ALL Associated Cameras to the WorkspaceC1697M-B 11/08 Activating Relays Activating a RelayManually Recording a Video Segment Manually Recording Video and AudioStopping a Manual Recording Quick Search Searching for VideoPerform one of the following options Performing AN Enhanced Search Enhanced SearchScroll backward by rotating your mouse wheel Click zoom out To specify the time range manually, do one of the following Enhanced Search Filters AreaSpecifying Cameras AS Search Criteria Removing CamerasSpecifying Recording Type Filters Reviewing Enhanced Search ResultsLocking a Search Result Locking and Unlocking Search ResultsPrinting Enhanced Search Results Unlocking a Search ResultPlaying Back Video Number of Clicks Speed Standard Playback4X normal speed 15X normal speed 60X normal speed Synchronous Playback Synchronous PlaybackStarting AN Export Process Exporting VideoExporting Live or Recorded Video Stopping AN Export ProcessGo to Live Command Exporting Recorded Video During PlaybackExporting ALL Video Frames Capturing and Exporting SnapshotsManaging Exported Video Capturing a SnapshotC1697M-B 11/08 Working with System Logs Logged Main Events Logged Sub EventsSearching the System LOG Viewing the System LOGClick Search Log C1697M-B 11/08 Exporting a System LOG Printing a System LOGAdding Manual LOG Entries Setup Using the Remote Client Remote Client Setup ScreenSelecting a Device Configuring DevicesAlarmArray Camera Icon Device TypeRestoring Device Defaults Copying Device SettingsNaming Devices Assigning a Device Location Table H. Devices Working with DevicesDevice Icon Description Cameras Working with the General TABSelecting Video Termination Operating a Camera in Covert ModeCreating a Camera Group Adding Cameras to a Camera Group Selecting a Camera GroupDeleting a Camera Group Modifying a Camera Group NameSetting Up Audio Associations Camera AssociationSetting the Noise Filter Working with the Configuration TABConfiguring the Camera Settings Understanding the Motion Threshold Working with the Motion TABOption Description Understanding the Threshold Percent Blocks. These values are derived as follows Motion Zone and Threshold Blocks ExampleWorking with the Audio TAB Setting Up Motion DetectionClearing Motion Detection Settings Click Clear. All three motion zones are clearedAccessing DVR Options Enabling Audio ServiceSetting UP the Serial Port Alarm ArraySpecifying the DVR Name and Location Specifying Alarm Array Location Accessing Alarm Array OptionsModifying the Alarm Array Device Name Creating AN Alarm Input NameSetting Alarm Response Characteristics Specifying AN Alarm Input LocationSetting AN Alarm Input Polarity and Dwell Time Relay Array Accessing Relay Array OptionsModifying the Relay Array Device Name System Logger Setting Relay Output CharacteristicsAccessing the System Logger Options Specifying a Relay Array LocationModifying the System Logger Device Name Setting the Pruning PeriodSelecting the LOG Level Maximum Level of Access Using a Default RoleAdministrator Option Label Default Value Role AdministratorOperator Option Label Default ValueManager Option LabelAdding a NEW Role Table M. Operator Role Default Settings Sheet 2Guest Assigning Permissions to System Features Assigning PermissionsSetting Service Permissions Selecting ServicesSetting Device Permissions Excluding Devices and Services Deleting a RoleAdding NEW Users Managing UsersAssigning a Role to a User Viewing User Permissions Selecting User Notification PreferencesSetting UP Export and Snapshot Defaults Displaying the Time ZoneSetting Up Exported Files Default Directory Editing Default User Settings Removing UsersConfiguring Event Groups Adding a NEW Event GroupSetting PRE- and POST-ALARM Video Recording Times Deleting AN Event GroupRecording Schedule Setup Recording Schedule ScreenDeleting a Recording Schedule Clearing a Weekday ScheduleCreating a Recording Schedule Copying and Reusing a Recording Schedule Modifying a Recording Schedule Recording Storage Setup Global SettingsEstimated Alarm Video Endurastor SettingsPrivacy Settings Estimated StorageCreating Scripts Adding a ScriptModifying Script Content 104 C1697M-B 11/08 Modifying a Script Schedule Deleting a Script Working with the Endura Player Accessing Exported FilesTools Setup Playing Back Exported FilesVolume Control Opening a File Authenticating a FileON-SCREEN Playback Controls Authentication Succeeded Exported File Properties 112 C1697M-B 11/08 Modifying Player Settings Go to Tools Setup. a dialog box appearsUsing Extended View Player with Motion OverlaysIndex Setting up 69 notification Features, access to 81 filters CameraAccess to devices, limiting 86 assigning Activating 27 script Preconfigured Service permissions, settingUnlock video 81 unsupervised alarm mode 75 user Selecting devices 90 permissions, viewing 89 profilePage Product Warranty and Return Information
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DVR5100 specifications

The Pelco DVR5100 is a versatile digital video recorder designed for security and surveillance applications. As part of Pelco's robust lineup of video management equipment, the DVR5100 offers a variety of features and technologies that make it an excellent choice for both commercial and residential environments.

One of the main attractions of the Pelco DVR5100 is its ability to capture and store high-quality video from multiple cameras. It supports various resolutions, ensuring that users can achieve optimal image clarity. The device typically accommodates up to 16 camera inputs, making it ideal for large-scale monitoring needs.

A notable feature of the DVR5100 is its advanced compression technology. By using H.264 encoding, the DVR can efficiently reduce the file size of recorded video without compromising on quality. This means that users can store more footage for extended periods without needing to upgrade their storage capacity frequently. The DVR also supports simultaneous recording and playback, allowing users to monitor live feeds while reviewing previous recordings.

Remote accessibility is another key characteristic of the DVR5100. Thanks to its integrated network functionality, users can access the system from anywhere with an internet connection. This capability is invaluable for security personnel or business owners who need to keep an eye on their premises while away. The device is compatible with various mobile applications, facilitating real-time monitoring directly from smartphones or tablets.

Additionally, the DVR5100 features customizable recording settings. Users can choose from various recording modes – continuous, scheduled, or event-triggered – to best suit their surveillance needs. The inclusion of motion detection technology further enhances its functionality, allowing the system to capture footage only when activity is detected, thus conserving storage space and reducing the clutter of non-critical recordings.

The user interface of the DVR5100 is designed with simplicity in mind, offering intuitive navigation through its menus and settings. This ease of use is complemented by comprehensive search features, enabling quick retrieval of recorded videos based on time, date, or event type.

In summary, the Pelco DVR5100 is a robust digital video recorder that excels in providing high-quality surveillance capabilities, advanced compression technologies, and user-friendly features. Whether for a small business or a large security operation, the DVR5100 stands out as an efficient and reliable solution for comprehensive video management and monitoring needs.
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