Toshiba NVS8-X, NVS32-X, NVS16-X user manual Introduction, Product Description, Features

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INTRODUCTION

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INTRODUCTION

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

A Surveillix NVS is simply a server that performs as a High Definition Digital Recorder. By utilizing the many features of a computer, including processing power, storage capacity, graphics compression, network cameras and security features, the NVS unit is more powerful than the analog recorders of the past with its ability to utilize digital network cameras.

The Surveillix NVS server software comes pre-configured for fast and seamless integration within your existing IT infrastructure. Designed around Microsoft® Windows® XP Embedded, the server software offers unparalleled stability, security, and ease of use. Accordingly, your security investment has never been easier to maintain. Multiple users may simultaneously connect through any network connection for instantaneous live viewing, digital search, and off site video storage. Users can also connect remotely through DSL, Cable Modems, ISDN, or 56K dial-up. This powerful software enables users to establish recording schedules, create motion detection zones, use PTZ controls, and configure alarm inputs and outputs for each of the system's cameras. With the latest advancements in the NVS Server Software, searching and indexing your video archive has never been easier. Video can now be found, viewed, and exported in a number of file formats with just a few clicks.

The Surveillix NVS is high performance security product ready to meet today’s security demands.

FEATURES

Toshiba’s Surveillix NVS’ include the following features:

•Field Upgradeable, Replaceable HDD Array

•Large Storage Capacities

•Internal RAID 5 (optional)

•Removable HDD bays for quick and easy maintenance

•PAN / TILT / ZOOM Controls on supported IP Cameras

•Simultaneous Search, Playback and Backup

•Up to 32 IP Cameras

•Multiple Levels of Security Access

•Output the video to an NTSC/PAL display

•Advanced POS and ATM support

•Continuous, Motion Detection and Alarm Recording Modes

•Video Signal Loss Detection

•Records at the Encoding Resolution of the IP Camera

•Digital Signature Support for Tamper Proof Exporting

•Up to 16 TB External RAID 5 Available

•Output the Video to a NTSC/PAL Display

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Contents NVS Network Video Recorder Please carefully read these instructions before using this productUser Manual NVS16-X NVS32-XPage Surveillix NVS User Manual DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER LIMITED WARRANTYIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS BATTERY EXPLOSION CAUTION STATEMENT IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS, continuedNOTES ON HANDLING NOTES ON LOCATINGNOTES ON MAINTENANCE NOTES ON CLEANINGNOTES ON MOISTURE CONDENSATION Do not use the DVR when moisture condensation may occurREFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDEC A U T I O N RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPENUL NOTICE RACK MOUNT INSTRUCTIONSFCC STATEMENT LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE, 73/23/EEC CE NOTICESETUP OPTIONS Table of ContentsPREFACE INTRODUCTIONLocating the System ID SEARCH xiiiBACKING UP VIDEO DATA LAN / ISDN / PSTN CONNECTIONSAPPENDIX INCLUDED SOFTWARE SETUPWEB VIEWER TECHNICIAN NOTES PREFACEABOUT THIS GUIDE Page PRODUCT DESCRIPTION FEATURESINTRODUCTION Page Input/Output connector locations Front Panel Controls and LEDs CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONSRear Panel Connectors This chapter includes the following informationDVD±RW Recorder Full Duplex High-Fi Sound Functionality BASIC FEATURESIntel CPU 100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet 1GB of System Memory Power LEDs FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND LEDSOn / Off Power Switch DVD±RW DriveFire Wire REAR PANEL CONNECTORSThis chapter includes the following information GETTING STARTEDIncluded Components Setting up your NVS Hardware Optional Components Software Installation CD IDENTIFYING INCLUDED COMPONENTSPower Cable Included ComponentsMOUSE SETUP KEYBOARD SETUPPOWER SETUP MONITOR SETUPCONNECTING A VIDEO SOURCE SVGA OutputSwapping a Hard Drive HARD DRIVE ARRAY4 Channel KVM Switch OPTIONAL COMPONENTSHot Swappable Redundant Power Supplies Extra Video Storage Hard DriveBecoming familiar with the Display screen Defining Screen Divisions NVS BASICSRegistration and Upgrade Turning the DVR on and off Exporting DVR Settings SETTING THE TIME AND DATEACCESSING THE DVR UTILITY Changing Video Format Importing DVR SettingsLive Camera Options DISPLAY SCREENCAMERA VIEW Recording Status IndicatorSpecial Recording Displayed when the camera is currently being recorded to the DVRSCREEN DIVISION BUTTONS This chapter includes the following information Setup Overview SETUP OPTIONSCamera Setup Motion Frame Setup Schedule Sensor Network Information AdministrativeSETUP OVERVIEW CAMERA SETUP Connecting Manually Connecting a Network DeviceNETWORK VIDEO 6. Type the IP/URL address, Port, User ID and Password of the deviceAssigning a Network Device to a Channel Connecting with Camera Finder3. Click the Add/Remove Device tab 6. Click Get DeviceAccessing the Configuration Menu Camera ConfigurationDisplaying More Columns ResolutionLocating the System ID Upgrade and RegistrationObtaining the Unlock Code 2. Click Network Cameras1. Return to Setup Network Cameras License Unlocking the UpgradeUnlocking New Network Device Create a Motion Area MOTION SETUP1. Click Motion in Setup 5. Click Advanced Motion Area Setup1. Select the Regular Interval Recording check box Activating an Alarm on a Motion EventRegular Interval Recording Recording Schedule SCHEDULE SETUPSensor Schedule Create a Recording Schedule Scheduling Alarm EventsCreate a Sensor Schedule Emergency Agent ScheduleCreating/Editing a ‘Special Day’ Schedule Special Day ScheduleDeleting a ‘Special Day’ Schedule 1. Click Normal Day Mode to enable the Special Day ModeCreate System Restart Schedule System Restart SetupVoice Warning GENERAL SETUPBeep on Login Fail Sequence SettingHybrid Sensor Setup Connecting to a Wide Screen DisplayVolume Volume OptionsCreate Custom Auto Sequence Auto Sequence Setting1. Open General setup and click Sequence Setting Custom ModeWeb Viewer iDVR NETWORK SETUPTransport Rate Site Code INFORMATIONDisk Management ADMINISTRATIVE SETUPEnable DDNS Setting Up DDNSSet the IP Address 2. Click AdministrativeAdd a New User User Management4. Enter a User Name and Password 2. Click User ManagementDefault Administrator Password Changing the Administrator PasswordSetup Log Management Options User RankUsers Status Check / EmailGeneral 4. Select the Action Method Storage CheckRecording Data Check SMART Alert Alarm EventSMART Information Activate Instant Recording INSTANT RECORDINGSearching ‘Instant Recorded’ Video 2. Click Index SearchThis chapter includes the following information Search Overview SEARCHDaylight Saving Time Index Search Preview Search Graphic Search Motion SearchPlay Controls SEARCH OVERVIEWBack Frame Moves video back one frameClean Image Adjust the Brightness of an ImageZooming in on an Image Zooming in on a Portion of an ImageDAYLIGHT SAVING TIME PERFORMING A BASIC SEARCHPRINTING AN IMAGE 2. Select the Export Type Image File JPG or AVI File SAVE TO JPG OR AVIImage File AVI FileModify Bookmarks BookmarksSingle Clip Backup Using Bookmark Data Single Clip BackupIndex Search Results Display INDEX SEARCHPerforming an Index Search 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 11 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 21 22 23 PREVIEW SEARCH1 Hour Increments 10 Minute IncrementsPerforming a Graphic Search GRAPHIC SEARCHPerforming a Preview Search 3. Click Object Search on the Search screen OBJECT SEARCHPerforming an Object Search Performing a Motion Search MOTION SEARCHAUDIO PLAYBACK SEARCH IN LIVE Page Scheduling Regular Video Backup BACKING UP VIDEO DATAThis chapter includes the following information Overview Saving Video to a DVD Saving Video from a Single CameraNero Express BACKUP OVERVIEWGeneral Screen Overview Performing a General BackupBackup Status Hour / Minutes3. Set the Start Time and End Time under Time Setup Performing a Clip BackupClip Screen Overview Scheduled Screen Overview Performing a Scheduled BackupSpecifying Scheduled Backup Drives Page LAN / ISDN / PSTN Connections LAN / ISDN / PSTN CONNECTIONSConfiguring TCP/IP Settings Connecting to a LAN LAN OVERVIEW CONNECTING TO A LAN USING TCP/IPConfiguring TCP/IP Settings Configuring the Web Viewer WEB VIEWERBasics WEB VIEWER OVERVIEWHighlights Closing the Web Viewer Configuring the Server for Remote ConnectionConnecting to a DVR Using Web Viewer Page Emergency Agent Overview Remote Software Overview Digital Verifier INCLUDED SOFTWARE SETUPBackup Viewer EMERGENCY AGENT OVERVIEW Configuring the DVRConfiguring the Client PC EMERGENCY AGENT WINDOW Setup WindowFilter Event List 4. Select the event levels Review, Dismiss, Critical, Default1. From the Option menu, click Setup Add Items to Alarm Confirm List2. Type the desired text in the box below the Alarm Confirmation List 3. Click Add 4. Click OK to save changes and close the windowView Recorded Video SEARCH ALARM WINDOWExport Video Export QualityREMOTE SOFTWARE OVERVIEW Create a New Remote Connection Remote Software SetupInstalling Remote Software Configuring the Server for Remote Connection Configuring the DVRTime Out Value Center PortDIGITAL VERIFIER OVERVIEW Installing the Digital VerifierUsing the Digital Verifier Loading Video from DVD or Hard Drive BACKUP VIEWER OVERVIEWInstalling Backup Viewer SCS OVERVIEW Connecting to a DVRPage APPENDIX NVS SPECIFICATIONS