3.2Connect to device
A DVR supports various functions such as Live Monitoring, Normal Playback, Event Playback, and Menu Configuration. Alternatively, an IP camera will be directly connected for Live Monitoring function only.
Refer to the following sections for description of Live Monitoring, Normal Playback, and Event Playback. Menu Configuration will be described in the next chapter, Advanced Functions.
3.2.1Live Monitoring
“Live Monitoring” allows users to view live video of a DVR or an IP camera. In addition, users can also switch channel (DVR only), view zoomed image, take snapshot pictures, or even control PTZ function when viewing a dome camera video.
Connect to a DVR:
Select a DVR bookmark and press <Menu> Æ <Connect> (or press enter at the center of the navigation keys). A list of function will be displayed as shown below on the left. Select <Live Monitoring> and press <OK>. A confirmation page regarding internet usage charges will be shown as below in the center. Press <Yes> to confirm. The Mobile View Software will start to connect to the DVR, and a list of the DVR’s channels will be displayed. Select any channel and press <OK>. The live video of the selected channel will be displayed on the screen.
Connect to an IP camera:
Select an IP camera bookmark and press <Menu> Æ <Connect>. The Mobile View Software will start connecting the IP camera to display its live video.
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