JVC DVR VR 601 User Manual

DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER  
INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
VR – 601  
DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER VR-601  
PLAY  
STOP  
REC  
PAUSE  
REV  
FWD  
DISK  
OPERATE  
For Customer Use:  
Enter below the serial No. which is  
located on the rear of cabinet. Retain  
this information for future reference.  
Model No:  
Serial No:  
VR-601  
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.  
Before operating this unit, please read the  
instructions carefully to ensure the best  
possible performance.  
LST0130 - 001A  
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (FOR USA AND CANADA)  
The lightening flash with arrowhead symbol, within  
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user  
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”  
within the product’s enclosure that may be of  
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric  
shock to persons.  
Le symbole de l’ éclair a l’ interieur d’ un triangle equilateral  
est destine a alerter l’ utilisateur sur la presence d’ une tension  
dangereuse non isolee dans le boitier duprodult. Cette  
tension est sufflsante pour provoquer l’ electrocution de  
personnes  
Le point d’ exclamation a l’linterieur d’ un triangle equilateral  
est destine a alerter l’ utilisateur sur la presence d’ openations  
d’ entretien importantes au sujet desquelles des  
renseignements se trouvent dand le manuel d’ instructions.  
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle  
is intended to alert the user to the presence of  
important operating and maintenance (servicing)  
instructions in the literature accompanying the  
appliance.  
Ces symbols ne sont utilizes qu’aux Etats-Unis.  
WARNING:  
AVERTISSEMENT:  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR  
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS  
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
This unit should be used with 120V AC only.  
CAUTION:  
POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE  
OU D’ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER  
L’APPAREIL A L’HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE.  
Ce magnetoscope ne doit etre utilize que sur du  
courant alternatif en 120V.  
To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO  
NOT use any other power.  
ATTENTION:  
NOTE:  
Afin d’eviter tout resque d’incendie ou  
d’electrocution, ne pas utiliser d’aufres sources  
d’alimentation electrique.  
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the rear of the unit.  
INFORMATION  
REMARQUE:  
La plaque d’identification (numero de serie) se trouve dur le  
pammeau arriere de l’appareil.  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits  
for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against  
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a  
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can  
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful  
interference to radio communications.  
WARNING:  
The battery used in the VR-601U must be replaced by a  
JVC authorized service dealer only.  
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause  
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to  
correct the interference at his own expense.  
CAUTION  
WARNING:  
The installation of this equipment should be made by a  
qualified service person and should conform to all local  
codes.  
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED  
BY JVC COULD VOID USER’S AUTHORITY TO  
OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.  
This Class A digital apparatus meets all  
requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing  
Equipment Regulations.  
Cet appareil numerique de la Classe A respecte  
toutes les exigencies du Reglement sur le materiel  
brouilleur du Canada.  
CAUTION  
Risk of explosion if replaced by an incorrect  
type. Dispose of used batteries according to  
the instructions.  
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (FOR EUROPE AND AUSTRALIA)  
Warning Notice  
FOR YOUR SAFETY (Australia)  
POWER SYSTEM  
Connection to the mains supply  
This unit operates on voltage of 220 V to 240 V  
1. Insert this plug only into effectively earthed  
AC, 50 Hz/60Hz.  
three-pin power outlet.  
2. If any doubt exists regarding the earthing,  
consult a qualified electrician.  
3. Extension cord, if used, must be  
WARNING:  
three-core correctly wired.  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR  
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS  
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
IMPORTANT (In the United Kingdom)  
Mains Supply (AC 230 V)  
CAUTION  
WARNING – THIS APPARATUS  
MUST BE EARTHED  
To prevent electric shock, do not open the  
cabinet. No user serviceable partsinslde. Refer  
servicing to qualified service personnel.  
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in  
accordance with the following code;  
GREEN-and-YELLOW : EARTH  
BLUE  
BROWN  
: NEUTRAL  
: LIVE  
Note:  
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of  
this apparatus may not correspond with the  
coloured markings identifying the terminals in  
your plug, proceed as follows.  
The rating plate and the safety caution are on  
the rear of the unit.  
The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND  
-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal  
in the plug which is marked with the letter E or  
by the safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN  
or GREEN-AND-YELLOW. The wire which is  
coloured BLUE must be connected to the  
terminal which is marked with the letter N or  
which is coloured BLOCK. The wire which is  
coloured BROWN must be connected to the  
terminal which is marked with the letter L or  
coloured RED.  
The OPERATE button does not completely  
shutoff mains power from the unit, but switches  
operating current on and off.  
WARNING  
It should be noted that it may be unlawful to  
rerecord pre-recorded tapes, records, or discs  
without the consent of the owner of copyright  
in the sound or video recording, broadcast, or  
cable programme and in any literary, dramatic,  
musical or artistic work embodied therein.  
CAUTION  
RED colour indications on the operation panel  
are provided but they are not safety related.  
RED colour indications:  
(1) For Recording Button.  
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
Place of storage and use  
Maintaining the unit (Please turn off the  
power before performing maintenance  
work.)  
Please avoid storing or using this DVR in the  
following places:  
Extremely hot or cold places beyond the  
allowable temperature for operation (5°C –  
40°C).  
Please wipe the unit with a soft cloth. Do not wipe  
it with thinner or benzene lest the surface melts or  
becomes dull. For stubborn stains, wipe first with a  
water-diluted neutral detergent and then wipe dry.  
Humid or dry places beyond the allowable  
humidity range for operation (30% –80% RH).  
Dusty or sandy places.  
About the provided power cables (for  
VR-601 U)  
Places exposed to oil, smoke or steam, such  
as the kitchen vicinity.  
Two power cables are provided with the  
VR-601 U. Use the one that corresponds to  
your power – supply.  
Intensely vibrating or unstable places.  
Places prone to condensation.  
Places that generate strong magnetic fields,  
e.g., transformer or motor.  
When usage voltage is 120V or less; use the  
A – type (flat – pin type).power cable.  
When usage voltage is 127V or over; use the  
C – type (round – pin type).power cable.  
Places near devices that generate electric  
waves, e.g., transceiver or mobile phone.  
Places that generate radiation, X-rays or  
corrosive gases.  
Please use the provided AC adapter to  
connect the DVR to a power source.  
Please use the supplied power cord.  
Using a different type or damaged cord  
may cause fire or electric shock.  
Handling the unit  
Please do not place heavy objects on the DVR,  
like a monitor or TV.  
Please keep the mobile rack into the  
compartment. As injury may result from fingers  
getting clamped.  
Hard-disk  
The hard-disk is a consumable item.  
Replacement is recommended after 10000  
hours of use ( if used in a 25C environment ).  
For information on maintenance planning and  
costs, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
Please do not block the ventilation openings.  
Avoid violent shocks to the unit. Do not drop the  
unit.  
Please remove the AC adapter to save energy  
when the unit is not in use.  
To save energy, be sure to turn off the  
system when not in use.  
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AC adapter section  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
1) Read all of these instructions.  
2) Keep these instructions.  
3) Heed all warnings.  
4) Follow all instructions.  
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.  
6) Clean only with dry cloth.  
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.  
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus  
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.  
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two  
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.  
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your  
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.  
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,  
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.  
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.  
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or the table specified by the  
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.  
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus  
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.  
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.  
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been  
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects  
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate  
normally, or has been dropped.  
WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.  
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,  
shall be placed on the apparatus.  
CAUTION – These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the  
risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating  
instructions unless you are qualified to do so.  
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Table Of Contents  
1. PRODUCT FEATURES..................................................................................................... 9  
1.1 Product Introduction.................................................................................................................... 9  
1.2 Product Features.......................................................................................................................... 9  
2. DESCRIPTION OF THE FRONT/REAR VIEW................................................................ 10  
2.1 Front View.................................................................................................................................. 10  
2.2 Rear View ................................................................................................................................... 13  
2.3 ALARM In/Out ........................................................................................................................... 14  
3. INSTALLATION............................................................................................................... 15  
3.1 Basic Connection ....................................................................................................................... 15  
3.2 Hard-Disk Drive Installation..................................................................................................... 19  
3.3 System Information .................................................................................................................... 20  
3.4 Updating System Software ......................................................................................................... 21  
4. BASIC OPERATIONS ..................................................................................................... 22  
4.1 Configuring Recording Settings................................................................................................. 22  
4.2 Recording Operations................................................................................................................ 25  
4.3 Playback Operations.................................................................................................................. 30  
4.4 Search Operations...................................................................................................................... 32  
4.5 Backup Operations..................................................................................................................... 36  
4.6 Key Lock Operation ................................................................................................................... 39  
5. MENU SETUP ................................................................................................................. 40  
5.1 REC SETTING ........................................................................................................................... 41  
5.2 ALARM SETTING...................................................................................................................... 42  
5.3 CLOCK / TIMER........................................................................................................................ 45  
5.4 COMMUNICATION .................................................................................................................. 46  
5.5 DISK SETTING.......................................................................................................................... 49  
5.6 SYSTEM ..................................................................................................................................... 50  
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6. RS-232 & RS-485 PROTOCOL....................................................................................... 53  
6.1 Setup........................................................................................................................................... 53  
6.2 Communication Protocol:.......................................................................................................... 53  
7. MOBILE RACK INSTALLATION..................................................................................... 56  
8. SYSTEM DEFAULT......................................................................................................... 59  
9. O.S.D MESSAGE............................................................................................................ 61  
10. NETWORK VIEWER AND IMAGE VIEWER................................................................. 62  
10.1 The Network Viewer ................................................................................................................. 62  
10.2 The Image Viewer..................................................................................................................... 70  
11. INDEX TABLE ............................................................................................................... 71  
12. NETWORK CONFIGURATION ..................................................................................... 72  
12.1 Cable Connections................................................................................................................... 72  
12.2 Configure Your DVR Network Settings .................................................................................... 73  
12.3 TCP/IP Communication Software............................................................................................ 75  
12.4 TCP/IP installation .................................................................................................................. 77  
12.5 TCP/IP Configuration setting .................................................................................................. 77  
12.6 Connection Testing................................................................................................................... 78  
13. SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................... 80  
14. COMPATIBLE MULTIPLEXERS ................................................................................... 81  
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1. PRODUCT FEATURES  
1.1 Product Introduction  
This DVR is a storage media of digital video image, which uses hard-disk drives instead of VCR tapes  
to store video. It enables you to enjoy the extreme flexibility of digital image archiving instead of clumsy  
tape management, and is compatible with most multiplexers in the market. Equipped with a range of  
comprehensive features, such as playback picture-by-picture, quick access video recording by time  
and event, the upgradeable software of the system, the expandable capacities of hard drive, and much  
more, the DVR will make your applications far more flexible and effective than ever before. For all, the  
DVR is going to prove the timely substitute for Time-lapse VCR.  
1.2 Product Features  
Stores video in hard-disk drives instead of VCR tapes.  
Maximum 2 hard-disk drive capability. (One removable)  
Hard-disk drive hot-swapping capability.  
Pre-alarm image recording.  
Capable of working with various known multiplexers.  
Time-lapse and real-time recording.  
Refresh rate up to 60 IPS (50 IPS for PAL).  
Image quality selectable at 4 different levels for recording.  
Event/Timer/Alarm recording mode.  
Quick search by time, alarm, event, and recording list.  
Fast and slow playback of recorded video at various speeds.  
Single-picture playback.  
On-screen setup menu, title and system timer.  
Password protection.  
Disk-full warning and operation status LEDs.  
RS-232, RS-485 communication port.  
Remote control via RS-232, RS-485 and Ethernet ports  
Power interruption recovery.  
Operation-status record log.  
Distributing live and recorded images through TCP/IP network environment.  
Audio function included  
Built-in SD card slot for copying image to SD card  
Support DHCP protocol.  
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2. DESCRIPTION OF THE FRONT/REAR VIEW  
2.1 Front View  
1
23  
2
24  
3
4
5
6
PLAY  
STOP  
REC  
PAUSE  
REV  
FWD  
Operate Display  
Setup  
Search  
A-rec  
T-rec  
Enter  
Monitor  
DISK  
OPERATE  
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8
9
10 11 14 13 12 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22  
Hard-disk drive compartment.  
The compartment allows you to install a hard-disk drive mostly for backup purposes. Make sure the  
drive is well secured with the mounting screws in the mobile rack before you put the rack into the  
compartment. And remember to turn on the power of the compartment by locking it.  
Hard-disk compartment lock:  
The key lock secures a hard-disk in place. Unlock the compartment before you remove the  
hard-disk from the slot without turning off the device.  
PAUSE button:  
In a playback display, press this to freeze the display. During the freeze, press to display one  
frame/field of a picture at a time in the forward direction. (Illuminate green in PAUSE mode.)  
PLAY button:  
Press to play back a recorded video from the hard-disk. (Illuminate green in PLAY mode.)  
STOP button:  
Press to stop playing back a recorded video or recording video into a hard-disk. (Illuminate green  
in STOP mode.)  
REC button:  
Press to start recording video into a hard-disk while in the live display mode.(Illuminate red in  
REC mode.)  
OPERATE button:  
Press this button for at least 3 seconds to power off. Press again to activate the device.  
DISPLAY button:  
Press to show the system operation status on the screen.  
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Setup button:  
Press this to enter the setup menu. Press again to exit the setup mode.  
Search button:  
Press to enter the search mode to access recorded video.  
Left / Right buttons:  
Press the two buttons to highlight desired items in the menu setup mode. For Key Lock operation,  
press these two buttons simultaneously once; to disable Key Lock, press these two buttons  
simultaneously again.  
Up / Down buttons:  
Press these two buttons to select the desired contents for programming in the setup menu mode.  
Enter Button:  
Press to enter a selected item and save the setting in the menu setup mode.  
Monitor button:  
Press to switch between a multiplexer-decoded video and the encoded video to be displayed  
when connected with a multiplexer. When the button light is on it indicates the unit is displaying  
the decoded video.( The images are not multiplexing . ) In this mode, the unit doesn’t display the  
OSD message of the unit on the screen. However, this doesn’t affect the unit’s OSD message  
which is recorded into hard-disk drives. When the button light is off it indicates the unit is  
displaying encoded video. (The images switch swiftly).  
T-rec Indicator:  
This indicator of the timer recording mode lights up to signal the scheduled record setting is on.  
A-rec Indicator:  
This indicator of the alarm recording mode lights up to indicate the alarm record setting is on.  
DISK Indicator:  
The indicator shows the operation status of the unit’s hard-disk drives. The green light indicates  
the hard-disk drive is storing or retrieving data. The red light signals the hard-disk drive is filling up.  
The orange light indicates the hard-disk is retrieving data at disk-full status.  
Shuttle Ring:  
The shuttle can be moved forward and backward for playback in either direction. Turn this left to  
play a recorded video in the reverse direction at faster or slower speeds than the recorded speed.  
Turn this right to play a recorded video in the forward direction at faster or slower speeds than the  
recorded speed.  
Jog Dial:  
This dial can act in both a forward and a backward direction, as well as step by step. Turn this left  
to play a recorded video in the reverse direction. Turn this right to play a recorded video in the  
forward direction.  
OPERATE Indicator:  
Indicates the power status of the unit. The green light indicates the hard-disk drive is activating.  
The orange light signals the hard-disk drive is power stand by.  
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Mobile Rack Power LED:  
Indicates the power status of the Mobile Rack. The green light indicates the Mobile Rack is  
activating.  
Mobile Rack HDD LED:  
Indicates the HDD status of the Mobile Rack. The orange light indicates the HDD is storing or  
retrieving data.  
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2.2 Rear View  
25 26 27  
28 29 30 31  
SD Card  
FROM MUX  
VIDEO  
MAIN MONITOR  
AUDIO  
RS-485  
IN  
IN  
ETHERNET  
RS-232  
10/100  
OUT  
OUT  
TO  
MUX'S VCR IN  
TO  
MONITOR  
ALARM I/O  
DC12V  
34  
35  
37 38 36  
32 33  
VIDEO IN Connector: This BNC connector is used to connect the video output from a camera or a  
MUX to the DVR.  
FROM MUX MAIN MONITOR Connector: This BNC connector is used to connect the live video output  
from a MUX to the DVR.  
AUDIO IN Connector: This connector is used to connect the audio output from a camera, a MUX or  
other devices to the DVR.  
ETHERNET 10/100 Connector: This is one standard RJ-45 connector for 10/100 Mbps Ethernet  
networks.  
RS-485 Port: The RS-485 communication ports function as connectors when two or more units are  
serially connected to expand the storage capacity.  
SD CARD Slot: This is used for system software updating and archiving/accessing critical images.  
RS-232 Port: The RS-232 communication port functions as a connector to an external control device.  
Please refer to RS-232 & RS-485 Protocol for more details.  
VIDEO OUT Connector: The connector provides the unit’s composite video signals to a MUX.  
MONITOR Connector: The connector provides the unit’s composite video or a MUX’s live signal if  
connected to a display device.  
AUDIO OUT: This provides the unit’s audio signal to a speaker.  
ALARM I/O: This is a 9-PIN D-SUB connector including SWITCH OUT, GROUND, ALARM OUT, DISK  
FULL, RECORD IN, ALARM RESET, and ALARM IN for connecting with external devices. Please  
refer to the next section for details.  
Plug Inlet: The inlet connects to an external power supply. Connect to the provided AC adapter.  
Wire Catch: The wire catch secures the power cord and keeps it in place (so that it does not droop or  
hang loosely).  
Ground Screw’s: The ground screw is for chassis terminal.  
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2.3 ALARM In/Out  
DISK FULL  
ALARM RESET  
RECORD IN  
ALARM OUT  
GROUND  
5 4 3 2 1  
9 8 7 6  
ALARM IN  
NO CONNECTION  
SWITCH OUT  
NO CONNECTION  
*THIS FIGURE IS LOOKED FROM THE REAR  
GND: Ground Contact.  
1.  
2.  
ALARM OUT (OUTPUT): This is an alarm output trigger. Connect this to external devices such  
5V  
0V(Active)  
as buzzers or lights. (  
)
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
DISK FULL (OUTPUT): This is a disk full output trigger. Connect this to external devices such  
5V  
0V(Active)  
as buzzers or lights. (  
)
ALARM RESET (INPUT): This pin connects to an alarm-clear device for clearing an alarm.  
5V  
0V(Active)  
(
)
RECORD IN (INPUT): This pin connects to a record trigger device for starting a record.  
5V  
0V(Active)  
(
)
SWITCH OUT (OUTPUT): This pin, sending out timing signals (falling / negative) to a  
multiplexer, connects to a multiplexer’s trigger terminal so the multiplexer can switch to use the  
same recording speed as the DVR.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
NO CONNECTION  
NO CONNECTION  
ALARM IN (INPUT): This is an alarm input which can be programmed in the menu system to  
5V  
0V(Active)  
Normally Open or Normally Closed. (  
)
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3. INSTALLATION  
Please follow the instructions and the diagram below to set up the system.  
3.1 Basic Connection  
CONNECTIONG TO THE AC ADAPTER  
Connect the provided AC adapter to the main unit.  
Screw  
Clamp  
SD Card  
FROM MUX  
VIDEO  
MAIN MONITOR  
AUDIO  
RS-485  
IN  
IN  
ETHERNET  
10/100  
RS-232  
OUT  
OUT  
TO  
TO  
MONITOR  
ALARM  
I/O  
DC12V  
MUX'S VCR IN  
DC IN terminal  
AC  
DC cord  
Provided AC  
mains cable  
Provided AC adapter  
(model:STD-1205)  
1. Connect the DC cord of the AC adapter to the DC IN terminal of the main unit.  
2. To prevent accidental disconnection of the DC cord, fasten the DC cord with a wire catch.  
1) Remove 1 screw followed by the wire catch.  
2) Insert the DC cord into the wire catch and fasten the wire catch unto the main unit.  
3. Connect the provided power cord to the AC IN terminal of the AC adapter.  
4. Connect the power cord to the power socket.  
• Power is channeled into the unit and the OPERATE indicator lights up green.  
(OPERATE ON mode)  
• Press OPERATE button  
for at least 3 seconds to power off and the OPERATE indicator lights  
up orange.. (OPERATE OFF mode)  
The orange light signals the hard-disk drive is power stand by.  
Memo  
• Even in the OPERATE OFF mode, a small amount of electricity will still flow into the unit.  
• When the unit is in the OPERATE OFF mode, no operation can be performed except that of the  
OPERATE button.  
Note:  
• Please supply power to the unit via the provided AC adapter. Do not use other power sources.  
• During recording or playback, please do not unplug the DC or power cord.  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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CONNECTING WITH A SINGLE CAMERA  
Please set the MULTIPLEXER option to OFF on the REC SETTING page in the setup menu  
when it is connected with a single camera. (Please refer to section 5.1 MULTIPLEXER option)  
Camera  
SD Card  
FROM MUX  
VIDEO  
MAIN MONITOR  
AUDIO  
RS-485  
IN  
IN  
ETHERNET  
10/100  
RS-232  
OUT  
OUT  
TO  
MUX'S VCR IN  
TO  
MONITOR  
ALARM I/O  
DC12V  
Monitor  
CONNECTING WITH A MULTIPLEXER  
To match the multiplexer’s recording speed, please set the MULTIPLEXER option to ON on the  
REC SETTING page in the setup menu when it is connected with a multiplexer. (Please refer to  
section 5.1 MULTIPLEXER option)  
Caution: When being set up so that an multiplexer may record only the Alarm-in camera  
during alarm record, or when there is only one camera input, if it is going to see  
the playback picture of VR-601 with the monitor out of multiplexer, the picture  
may not update. Before beginning record for the multiplexer in the case of usage,  
the playback picture can update normally by setting REC RATE to 60F/S.  
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CONNECTING WITH A QUAD  
Please set the MULTIPLEXER option to OFF on the REC SETTING page in the setup menu  
when it is connected with a quad. (Please refer to section 5.1 MULTIPLEXER option)  
Multiplexer  
IN  
Audio  
OUT  
Trig In  
S-video  
PC  
SD Card  
FROM MUX  
VIDEO  
MAIN MONITOR  
AUDIO  
RS-485  
IN  
IN  
ETHERNET  
10/100  
RS-232  
OUT  
OUT  
TO  
TO  
ALARM  
I/O  
DC12V  
MUX'S VCR IN  
MONITOR  
Monitor  
Speaker  
GROUND  
5
4
3
2
1
SWITCH OUT  
9
8
7
6
Quad  
IN  
Audio  
OUT  
S-video  
PC  
SD Card  
FROM MUX  
VIDEO  
MAIN MONITOR  
AUDIO  
RS-485  
IN  
IN  
ETHERNET  
10/100  
RS-232  
OUT  
OUT  
TO  
TO  
ALARM  
I/O  
DC12V  
MUX'S VCR IN  
MONITOR  
Monitor  
Speaker  
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ATTACHING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE TO DVR  
Connect an alarm out, alarm input, and a peripheral device as shown in the diagram below.  
Lamp  
SD Card  
FROM MUX  
MAIN MONITOR  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
RS-485  
IN  
IN  
ETHERNET  
10/100  
RS-232  
OUT  
OUT  
TO  
TO  
ALARM  
I/O  
DC12V  
MUX'S VCR IN  
MONITOR  
Alarm Reset  
(Normally Open)  
5 4 3 2 1  
Ground  
9 8 7 6  
Alarm in  
(Normally Open)  
CLOCK SET  
Please set the clock before operating the DVR. (For operation details, please refer to section 5.3  
CLOCK/TIMER)  
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3.2 Hard-Disk Drive Installation  
The DVR is equipped with two compartments of hard-disk drive. The unit usually comes with one  
hard-disk drive installed in the compartment HD1, which is default-configured as a master. If you need  
a second hard-disk drive to be installed in the compartment HD2 (Mobile), please contact your  
distributors or installers for specific instructions on how to install it. Please don’t serve yourself before  
consulting your installers. If there is only one hard-disk drive in the mobile compartment, please set the  
HD2 USAGE option to REC (Please refer to section 5.5) before proceed recording function. The  
jumper-settings arrangement of installed hard-disk drives for the system (Table 3.2 A.) is shown in the  
tables below.  
Table 3.2 A. The jumper settings of hard-disk drives in the system  
Location  
Jumper  
Master (Default)  
Master  
IDE 1  
IDE 2  
Compartment HD 1  
Compartment HD 2  
Table 3.2 B. Compatible hard-disk drives  
Manufacturer Model  
Seagate  
Capacity  
80GB  
Rotation  
5400 RPM  
5400 RPM  
5400 RPM  
5400 RPM  
7200 RPM  
ST380020A/P  
ST340810A/P  
4A160J0-1A  
4R080L0-1  
40GB  
Maxtor  
160GB  
80GB  
6Y120L0-1  
120GB  
NOTE: Hard-disk drives not shown on this list have not been tested by the engineering team  
and are not recommended for use with this product. For the latest updated list on the  
recommended hard-disk drives, please contact your dealers or distributors.  
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3.3 System Information  
You can display system settings information as shown on Table 3.3 A below at any time by pressing  
the Display button  
. In the playback mode, the recorded video information is displayed. In the live or  
recording mode, the Manual Recording information is displayed. However, when the DVR is displaying  
a decoded image from a multiplexer, you must first switch the unit to encoded image displaying (The  
pictures is switching swiftly and the light of Monitor button  
is off) by pressing the Monitor button  
. Each sequential press of the Display button displays a different message detailed in the  
following example. By default, the unit displays time, date, and an indicating bar of capacity status on a  
monitor as shown next.  
Default display  
The TOP  
of the HDD  
Current  
Position  
The END  
of the HDD  
(Capacity Used)  
(Capacity Remaining)  
09-05-2003  
16:13:02  
(Date)  
(System Time)  
Press the Display button  
display. Press the Display button  
button one more time to back to the default display.  
once; the DVR will display the following sample message plus the default  
again; the unit will not display any OSD message. Press the  
Table 3.3 A.  
1+ 2: 59G  
Description of Table 3.3 A  
(1+2: 59G): Total capacity of installed hard-disk, 59 GB  
(12.4 HR): Total 12.4 hour recording time available  
12.4 HR  
NTSC  
QUALITY: BEST  
RATE: 6 HR  
MUX : OFF  
(
(
): Timer record activated  
): Alarm record activated  
20 F/S  
9K  
(QUALITY: BEST): Record quality setting, BEST  
(NTSC): NTSC system  
(RATE: 6 HR): Setting of Record time mode, 6 hours  
(20 F/S): Record speed setting, 20 fields/sec  
(MUX: OFF): Only connected to a single camera.  
HD  
1
P
Y
Y
SIZE  
20 G  
39 G  
POS  
39.5% P  
0.0% R  
(
(
): Audio function activated  
2
): Indicate which HDD is activated  
IP : 192 . 168 . 1 . 90  
(9K): The image file size  
(HD): Hard-disk Compartment  
(P): Y Hard-disk installed;  
.
No hard-disk installed  
(SIZE 20G): The capacity of the installed hard-disk  
(POS): Percentage of system; R: Recording; P: Playback  
(IP : 192 . 168 . 1 . 90): Setting of the Ethernet  
communication,192.168.1.90  
(
): External signal  
( X): Cannot operate at now  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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3.4 Updating System Software  
If the system software of the DVR needs to be upgraded, please contact your JVC dealer.  
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4. BASIC OPERATIONS  
This section shows you how to operate and manage the DVR when it gets in the way.  
4.1 Configuring Recording Settings  
Recording Time settings (Recording Rate and Picture Quality Setting)  
Recording time will vary depending on the image size, recording rate, and the capacity of the hard-disk  
drives. Generally, the DVR comes with a built-in hard-disk drive for continuous recording from one to  
four weeks under most recording conditions. The table below shows the possible recording times based  
on a 80GB hard-disk drive at certain refresh rates and the corresponding image quality. With one or  
more hard-disk drive(s) in operation, please calculate the recording time using the table below in  
accordance with your requirement. For a NTSC unit, for example, if the unit is set to record images with  
BEST quality at a 60 fps record rate, normally a 80GB hard-disk drive will be filled in 15 hours (See the  
gray area in the table). If the total capacity of 240GB hard-disk drives is in use under the same refresh  
rate and picture quality, it will be filled in 45 hours (3 times the rate of a 80GB hard-disk drive).  
Set up the REC Time Mode when a multiplexer is connected  
If a multiplexer is connected, for optimum image recording and playback, the record speed of the  
multiplexer must be correctly adjusted to match the DVR and set the MULTIPLEXER option on the  
setup menu to ON. This can be done by either of methods detailed below.  
Connect the SW. OUT terminal in 9-PIN D-SUB connector on the rear panel of the DVR to the  
multiplexer’s trigger contact. The DVR will provide the timing signal (Negative/Falling) to the multiplexer.  
Thus, if the DVR changes the recording speed, the multiplexer will automatically adjust the record to  
match. A 2-hour and 4-hour timing signal in NTSC or a 3-hour and 6-hour one in PAL is constantly  
negative/falling.  
NTSC (MUX ON)  
Possible Recording Time HDD=80GB ( hour )  
44.4 95.8 208.5 380.6 598.5  
Audio ON  
BEST  
Image  
Quality  
55.3 118.8 255.7 459.6 708.9  
73.2 156.1 330.5 580.0 869.5  
108.4 227.6 467.3 785.9 1124.0  
HIGH  
STANDARD  
BASIC  
Refresh Rate (Field/Sec)  
REC Time Mode  
60  
30  
20  
12  
5.5  
2.4  
1.22  
0.71  
1/4  
1/6  
1/8  
2 hr  
4 hr  
6 hr  
12 hr  
24 hr  
48 hr  
96 hr 168 hr 480 hr  
720 hr  
960 hr  
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NTSC (MUX ON)  
Audio OFF  
BEST  
Possible Recording Time HDD=80GB ( hour )  
15.0  
18.0  
22.5  
30.1  
60  
18.0  
22.5  
30.1  
45.1  
30  
27.1  
45.1  
99.3 225.9 442.7 768.0 2177.7 3262.0 4346.4  
Image  
Quality  
33.8  
45.1  
56.4 124.2 282.3 553.4 960.1 2722.1 4077.6 5433.0  
75.3 165.6 376.5 737.9 1280.1 3629.5 5436.8 7244.0  
HIGH  
STANDARD  
BASIC  
67.7 112.9 248.4 564.7 1106.9 1920.2 5444.3 8155.2 10866.1  
Refresh Rate (Field/Sec)  
REC Time Mode  
20  
12  
5.5  
2.4  
1.22  
0.71  
1/4  
1/6  
1/8  
2 hr  
4 hr  
6 hr  
12 hr  
24 hr  
48 hr  
96 hr 168 hr 480 hr  
720 hr  
960 hr  
NTSC (MUX OFF)  
Audio ON  
Possible Recording Time HDD=80GB ( hour )  
53.1 104.2 216.2 387.2 603.9  
66.1 129.0 264.9 467.3 715.1  
87.4 169.4 342.1 589.3 876.4  
129.0 246.4 482.7 797.3 1131.7  
BEST  
Image  
Quality  
HIGH  
STANDARD  
BASIC  
Refresh Rate (Field/Sec)  
REC Time Mode  
60  
30  
**20  
6 hr  
**12  
**5.5  
24 hr  
2.4  
1.22  
0.71  
1/4  
1/6  
1/8  
2 hr  
4 hr  
12 hr  
48 hr  
96 hr 168 hr 480 hr  
720 hr  
960 hr  
NTSC (MUX OFF)  
Audio OFF  
BEST  
Possible Recording Time HDD=80GB ( hour )  
15.0  
18.0  
22.5  
30.1  
60  
18.0  
22.5  
30.1  
45.1  
30  
36.1  
45.1  
60.2  
54.2 108.4 234.9 451.8 777.1 2186.7 3271.1 4355.4  
67.7 135.5 293.6 564.7 971.3 2733.4 4088.9 5444.3  
90.3 180.7 391.5 753.0 1295.1 3644.6 5451.8 7259.1  
Image  
Quality  
HIGH  
STANDARD  
BASIC  
90.3 135.5 271.0 587.3 1129.5 1942.7 5466.9 8177.8 10888.6  
Refresh Rate (Field/Sec)  
REC Time Mode  
**20  
6 hr  
**12  
**5.5  
24 hr  
2.4  
1.22  
0.71  
1/4  
1/6  
1/8  
2 hr  
4 hr  
12 hr  
48 hr  
96 hr 168 hr 480 hr  
720 hr  
960 hr  
PAL (MUX ON)  
Audio ON  
BEST  
Possible Recording Time HDD=80GB ( hour )  
44.4  
55.8  
78.9 145.3 268.6 432.8  
98.9 181.0 330.7 524.6  
Image  
Quality  
HIGH  
STANDARD  
BASIC  
75.3 132.5 240.0 430.0 666.0  
109.5 190.9 339.4 589.5 879.2  
Refresh Rate (Field/Sec)  
REC Time Mode  
50  
25  
17  
10  
5.5  
2.9  
1.52  
0.88  
1/4  
1/6  
1/8  
3 hr  
6 hr  
9 hr  
12 hr  
24 hr  
48 hr  
96 hr 168 hr 480 hr  
720 hr  
960 hr  
PAL (MUX ON)  
Audio OFF  
BEST  
Possible Recording Time HDD=80GB ( hour )  
15.4  
18.0  
22.8  
30.9  
18.0  
22.8  
30.9  
45.6  
27.1  
34.2  
46.4  
45.1  
81.3 153.6 298.1 515.0 1816.2 2719.9 3623.5  
Image  
Quality  
57.0 102.7 194.0 376.6 650.6 2294.2 3435.6 4577.1  
77.4 139.4 263.3 511.1 882.9 3113.6 4662.7 6211.7  
HIGH  
STANDARD  
BASIC  
68.4 114.1 205.4 388.0 753.3 1301.2 4588.5 6871.3 9154.2  
Refresh Rate (Field/Sec)  
REC Time Mode  
50  
25  
17  
10  
5.5  
2.9  
1.52  
0.88  
1/4  
1/6  
1/8  
3 hr  
6 hr  
9 hr  
12 hr  
24 hr  
48 hr  
96 hr 168 hr 480 hr  
720 hr  
960 hr  
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PAL (MUX OFF)  
Audio ON  
BEST  
Possible Recording Time HDD=80GB ( hour )  
53.1 87.4 153.4 275.9 439.1  
Image  
Quality  
66.7 109.5 190.9 339.4 532.0  
89.8 146.5 252.8 441.0 674.8  
130.3 210.5 356.8 603.4 889.5  
HIGH  
STANDARD  
BASIC  
Refresh Rate (Field/Sec)  
REC Time Mode  
50  
25  
**17  
9 hr  
**10  
**5.5  
24 hr  
2.9  
1.52  
0.88  
1/4  
1/6  
1/8  
3 hr  
6 hr  
12 hr  
48 hr  
96 hr 168 hr 480 hr  
720 hr  
960 hr  
PAL (MUX OFF)  
Audio OFF  
BEST  
Possible Recording Time HDD=80GB ( hour )  
15.4  
18.0  
22.8  
30.9  
50  
18.0  
22.8  
30.9  
45.6  
25  
36.1  
45.6  
61.9  
54.2  
90.3 162.6 307.2 524.1 1825.3 2728.9 3632.5  
Image  
Quality  
68.4 114.1 205.4 388.0 662.0 2305.6 3447.0 4588.5  
92.9 154.9 278.8 526.6 898.4 3129.1 4678.2 6227.2  
HIGH  
STANDARD  
BASIC  
91.3 136.9 228.2 410.9 776.1 1324.0 4611.3 6894.1 9177.0  
Refresh Rate (Field/Sec)  
REC Time Mode  
**17  
9 hr  
**10  
**5.5  
24 hr  
2.9  
1.52  
0.88  
1/4  
1/6  
1/8  
3 hr  
6 hr  
12 hr  
48 hr  
96 hr 168 hr 480 hr  
720 hr  
960 hr  
NOTE: Recording times on the tables above are estimated. For actual available recording  
time of a recording configuration, please refer to the system information of the  
DVR. (Please refer to section 3.3 system information for more details.)  
NOTE: No audio function at the refresh rate in NTSC: 60 fields/sec ~ 20 fields/sec, 1/4  
fields/sec ~ 1/8 fields/sec.  
No audio function at the refresh rate in PAL: 50 fields/sec ~ 17 fields/sec, 1/4  
fields/sec ~ 1/8 fields/sec.  
NOTE: An actual recording fields number could be less than the Refresh Rate on the table  
above.  
** : For NTSC and Mux Off Mode, recording rate 20F/S would be actually 15 F/S, 12F/S  
would be actually 10 F/S, 5.5 F/S would be actually 5F/S.  
For PAL and Mux Off Mode, recording rate 17F/S would be actually 12.5 F/S, 10F/S  
would be actually 8.3 F/S, 5.5 F/S would be actually 5F/S.  
( This adjustment is to avoid image shaking during playback at the same speed )  
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4.2 Recording Operations  
This section details the way to record video into hard-disk drives. Before commencing with the recording  
function, please configure the recording setting properly according to your needs.  
4.2.1 Manual Recording  
When the DVR is in live display mode, take the following steps to start recording:  
(1) In live display, press the REC button  
corresponding programmed recording settings. The monitor should display a flashing REC  
message and the REC button will light up indicating the DVR is in the recording status.  
(2) Press the STOP button to stop recording any time.  
to record video into a hard-disk drive with the  
(3) To access just recorded video, please refer to section 4.4 for more details.  
4.2.2 Timer Recording  
Timer recording provides two periods of time each day in a weekly table which programs the DVR  
to turn on and off at specified times. This way the DVR will start and stop recording according to  
the programmed schedule. Please take the following steps to program the scheduled recording.  
(1) Press the Setup button  
to enter the MAIN MENU.  
(2) Select the CLOCK / TIMER and press the Enter button  
to enter the CLOCK / TIMER  
page.  
(3) Select the TIMERSET.  
(4) Press the Enter button  
to enter the REC SCHEDULE table.  
(5) You can set up by using the “<” button  
and the “>” button  
to locate the specific  
day/hour/minute and use the “^” button  
and the “v” button  
to set the  
day/hour/minute you wish.  
You can also set up by using the Shuttle Ring and the Jog Dial.  
is the equal of the  
“<” button  
,
is the equal of the “>” button  
,
is the equal of the “^” button  
and is the equal of the “v” button  
.
The time is displayed in a 24-hour clock format.  
(6) After scheduling is completed, press the Enter button  
and set OK to save the setting or  
select CANCEL to leave the page without saving the settings.  
(7) To activate the programmed recording schedule, set the REC ENABLE to ON. As the  
scheduled recording is on, the red indicator of the Timer Record  
will be on as well. To  
deactivate it, set to OFF.  
(8) Press the STOP button  
during the scheduled recording to stop it at any time. If you wish  
to proceed.  
to continue the scheduled recording, press the REC button  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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NOTE: You can proceed to start the scheduled recording from the current time if it is in the  
scheduled interlude as soon as setting is completed, and come out from menu to start  
recording.  
NOTE: If you activate the recording function before the scheduled recording, the unit will  
operate recording as shown in the diagram below and keep those Images in different  
files.  
START  
06:00  
END  
START  
12:00  
END  
03:00  
08:00  
14:00  
Start Manual  
Recording  
Timer  
Manual  
Timer  
Manual  
NOTE: LIVE images may be freezed. But, it isn't a failure.  
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MAIN MENU  
MAIN MENU  
RECORD  
ALARM  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
SYSTEM  
SYSTEM  
GOTO CLOCK / TIMER PAGE  
GOTO CLOCK / TIMER PAGE  
CLOCK / TIMER  
: SET  
CLOCK / TIMER  
: SET  
CLOCK  
CLOCK  
REC ENABLE  
TIMER  
: OFF  
: SET  
REC ENABLE  
TIMER  
: OFF  
: SET  
MAIN PAGE  
MAIN PAGE  
SET REC SCHEDULE  
TIMER REC ENABLE  
REC SCHEDULE  
START END  
START END  
S : 00:00-00:00  
M: 00:00-00:00  
T : 00:00-00:00  
W: 00:00-00:00  
T : 00:00-00:00  
F : 00:00-00:00  
S : 00:00-00:00  
00:00-00:00  
00:00-00:00  
00:00-00:00  
00:00-00:00  
00:00-00:00  
00:00-00:00  
00:00-00:00  
OK  
CANCEL  
TO MOVE  
TO CHANGE  
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4.2.3 Alarm Recording  
Take the following steps to activate the programmed alarm recording. For ALM OPERATION,  
REC RATE, REC QUALITY, AUDIO, ALM TYPE, ALM DURATION, and PRE-ALARM settings,  
please refer to section 5.2 for more details.  
(1) Press the Setup button  
to enter the MAIN MENU.  
to enter the ALARM SETTING.  
(2) Select ALARM and press the Enter button  
(3) Set the desired REC RATE, REC QUALITY, ALM TYPE, and ALM DURATION for use. If  
audio is required, set AUDIO to ON. If pre-alarm recording is required, set PRE-ALARM to  
ON.  
(4) To activate the alarm recording, set ALM OPERATION to ON. To deactivate it, set ALM  
OPERATION to OFF.  
MAIN MENU  
ALARM SETTING  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
ALM OPERATION  
REC RATE  
REC QUALITY  
AUDIO  
ALM TYPE  
: OFF  
: 20F/S  
: BEST  
: OFF  
: NO  
SYSTEM  
ALM DURATION  
PRE- ALARM  
: 0 SEC  
: OFF  
MAIN PAGE  
GOTO ALARM PAGE  
ALARM REC ENABLE  
4.2.4 Externally triggered Recording  
By connecting the RECORD IN of ALARM I/O on the rear panel of the DVR, you can  
activate/deactivate the recording function of a DVR. The file will be kept with a prefixed “R”.  
Please refer to section 2.3 for more details.  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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NOTE: The status of recording operations when an alarm takes place are shown in the  
diagrams below.  
Manual or Externally  
Triggered Recording  
1
Alarm Takes Place  
Actual Recording  
Speed  
Normal  
Alarm  
Normal  
2
3
4
Timer Recording  
Alarm Takes Place  
Actual Recording  
Speed  
Normal  
Alarm  
Normal  
Timer Recording  
Alarm Takes Place  
Actual Recording  
Speed  
Normal  
Alarm  
Timer Recording  
Alarm Takes Place  
Actual Recording  
Speed  
Alarm  
Normal  
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4.3 Playback Operations  
This section shows you how to operate the fast, slow, and single-picture playback functions, and  
details how the unit is to playback a file in a different operation status. Please refer to the following  
paragraphs specifying the relevant details. When playing a file, the monitor should display a flashing  
PLAY message and the PLAY button  
will light up indicating that the DVR is in the playback status.  
Operation Status  
A. From REC mode to Playback mode  
(In live mode, directly press the PLAY button  
to play a latest recorded video)  
REC→〔STOP〕→〔PLAY……………………………… Play the latest recorded file  
Play to the end of the file…Show the ending message (use search functions  
or rewind to replay the file if required)  
STOP〕→〔PLAY…………Play the file from the stop position  
B. Search to play back a particular recorded video  
Search→〔PLAY………………………………………… Play a selected file  
Play to the end of the file…………Show the ending message (Search again or rewind  
to replay the file if required)  
STOP〕→〔PLAY…………………Play the file from the stop position  
C. Playback from the TOP of the HDD  
Stop: Press the “STOP” button for three seconds〕→〔PLAY..Playback from the TOP of the HDD  
4.3.1 Fast Forward/Reverse  
There are 7 speeds available for playback: 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x, 16x, 30x and 100x  
While playing back recorded video at recorded speed:  
Forward: Turn the Shuttle dial  
to the right to view the recorded video in the forward direction at a  
speed faster than the recorded speed. Each subsequent turn of the shuttle to the right  
increases the forward rate, as 2x, 4x, 8x, 16x, 30x and 100x.  
Reverse: Turn the Shuttle dial  
to the left to view the recorded video in the reverse direction at a  
speed faster than the recorded speed. Each subsequent turn of the shuttle to the left  
increases the reverse rate, as -1x, -2x, -4x, -8x, -16x, -30x and -100x.  
Normal: Release the Shuttle dial  
to return to the normal speed of playback.  
and “>” button  
* You can also operate by using “<” button  
.
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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NOTE: When Normal playing a recorded video from a multiplexer at 60 F/S~30F/S  
(50F/S~25F/S for PAL), the playback speed is half at recorded speed  
NOTE: The playback speed will be displayed on the screen. However, when playing a recorded  
video from a multiplexer, the playback speed will only display in encoding  
(multiplexing) the mode. Press the Monitor button  
encoding modes.  
to switch between decoding and  
4.3.2 Slow Forward/Reverse  
There are 4 speeds available for a slow playback: 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16.  
While playing back recorded video at the recorded speed:  
(1) Press the PAUSE button  
for the slow playback mode.  
to the right to view the recorded video in the forward  
(2) Forward: Turn the Shuttle dial  
direction at a speed slower than the recorded speed. Each subsequent turn of the  
shuttle to the right increases the forward rate, as 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, and 1/16.  
(3) Reverse: Turn the Shuttle dial  
to the left to view the recorded video in the reverse  
direction at a speed slower than the recorded speed. Each subsequent turn of the  
shuttle to the left increases the reverse rate, as -1/2, -1/4, -1/8, and -1/16.  
(4) Normal: Release the Shuttle dial  
and then press the PLAY button  
to return to the  
normal speed of playback.  
* You can also operate by using “<” button  
and “>” button  
.
4.3.3 Play Back Picture-by-picture  
While playing back recorded video at the recorded speed:  
(1) Press the PAUSE button for the picture-by-picture mode.  
(2) There are two ways, by PAUSE button or by JOG, available to play in the picture-by-picture  
mode, but the PAUSE button can only function in a forward direction; the other, JOG dial  
, can act in both a forward and a backward direction, as well as picture-by-picture.  
By PAUSE button  
Press the PAUSE button  
direction. (When playing back video recorded by a multiplexer, each sequential press of  
:
to display one frame/field of a picture at a time in the forward  
the PAUSE button  
By JOG dial  
Turn the JOG dial  
will display each camera in sequence.)  
:
clockwise to display one frame/field of a picture at a time in the forward  
direction. Turn the JOG dial  
counterclockwise to display one frame/field of a picture at a  
time in the backward direction.  
(3) Press the PLAY button  
to return to the normal speed of playback.  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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4.3.4 Play Back Recorded Video from a HDD of the mobile rack  
To play back a recorded video from a HD2, take the following steps:  
(1) Press the Setup button  
to enter the setup menu.  
to enter the DISK SETTING page.  
(2) Select DISK and press the Enter button  
(3) Set the HD2 USAGE to REC and then exit the setup menu.  
(4) Use the search function to access desired recorded video. For specific operation details  
please refer to the next section 4.4 (Search Operations).  
4.4 Search Operations  
This section shows you how to access recorded video.  
4.4.1 Full List Search  
Take the following steps to proceed with the full-list search function.  
(1) Press the Search button  
to enter the search mode.  
(2) Select the FULL LIST and press the Enter button  
to access the complete list of recorded  
video.  
(3) Highlight the specific recorded video of your requirement and press the Enter button  
to  
display the selected video.  
(Key Operation: Press the  
^” and  
“v” buttons, to select a video; press the  
“<”  
and “>” buttons, to flip over a page.)  
HD 1  
1 11-11-02 12:20:23 10.1M  
SEARCH  
A
2 11-18-02 13:30:16 2.34M  
3 12-02-03 14:20:25 2.05M  
4 01-02-03 17:20:46 5.32M  
5 02-14-03 16:11:55 24. 2M  
6 02-17-03 13:30:22 36. 6M  
7 02-20-03 18:33:54 6.41M  
8 02-27-03 19:21:12 92. 3M  
FULL LIST  
ALARM LIST  
TIME SEARCH  
THUMBNAIL  
SD CARD  
R
T
NOTE: T: Timer recording; R: External trigger recording; A: Alarm recording.  
NOTE: The maximum number of lists, for a respective HDD, is 3000.  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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4.4.2 Alarm list Search  
Take the following steps to proceed with the alarm-list search function.  
(1) Press the Search button  
to enter the search mode.  
(2) Select the ALARM LIST and press the Enter button  
to access the complete list of  
alarm-event recorded video.  
(3) Highlight the specific recorded video of your requirement and press the Enter button  
to  
display the selected video.  
(Key Operation: Press the  
^” and  
“v” buttons, to select a video; press the  
“<”  
and “>” buttons, to flip over a page.)  
HD 1  
1 11-18-02 13:22:16 16. 3M  
2 02-14-03 16:55:45 15. 6M  
3 02-17-03 13:22:38 17. 8M  
SEARCH  
A
A
A
FULL LIST  
ALARM LIST  
TIME SEARCH  
THUMBNAIL  
SD CARD  
4.4.3 TIME Search  
Take the following steps to proceed with the time search function.  
(1) Press the Search button to enter the search mode.  
(2) Select the TIME SEARCH and press the Enter button  
(3) Set the time period you wish to search for the recorded video.  
to access the time-setting page.  
(4) Press the Enter button  
to start searching and displaying the concerned image.  
(5) If no video is found, please return to the time-setting page and repeat steps (3) and (4) again  
for another search.  
TIME SEARCH  
SEARCH  
MM DD YEAR HH  
11 / 17 / 2002 00  
MM  
00  
FULL LIST  
:
ALARM LIST  
TIME SEARCH  
THUMBNAIL  
SD CARD  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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4.4.4 THUMBNAIL Search  
Take the following steps to proceed with the thumbnail search function.  
(1) Press the Search button  
to enter the search mode.  
(2) Select the THUMBNAIL and press the Enter button  
to access the thumbnail page.  
(3) Set the date you wish to search for the recorded video.  
(4) Press the Enter button  
You can set up by using the “<” button  
“v” button to move eye focus.  
You can also set up by using the Shuttle Ring and the Jog Dial to move eye focus.  
is the equal of the “<” button is the equal of the “>” button is the equal of  
the “^” button and is the equal of the “v” button  
to start searching and displaying the concerned image.  
, the “>” button , the “^” button  
and the  
,
,
.
(5) There are 5 levels of recording range modes to choose from: 1 Hour, 10 Minutes, 1 Minute,  
10 Seconds and 1 Second. Select the specific field of your requirement and press the Enter  
button  
to enter the next level. If you want to return the previous level, please press the  
Setup button  
(6) Once reaching the critical point at any level, the user can start playback by just clicking the  
PLAY button  
.
THUMBNAIL  
SEARCH  
MM DD YEAR  
03 / 13 / 2003  
FULL LIST  
ALARM LIST  
TIME SEARCH  
THUMBNAIL  
SD CARD  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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4.4.5 SD CARD Search  
Take the following steps to proceed with the SD card search function.  
(1) Insert a SD Card into the SD card slot of the rear unit.  
(2) Press the Search button  
to enter the search mode.  
to access the complete list of JPG files.  
(3) Select the SD CARD and press the Enter button  
(4) Highlight the specific JPG file of your requirement and press the Enter button  
to display  
the image.  
(5) If you need another, please return to the SD card JPG file list page and repeat steps (3) and  
(4) again for another search.  
SD CARD JPG FILE  
SEARCH  
F0000.JPG  
FULL LIST  
F0001.JPG  
F0002.JPG  
F0003.JPG  
F0004.JPG  
F0005.JPG  
ALARM LIST  
TIME SEARCH  
THUMBNAIL  
SD CARD  
NOTE: If you would like to delete JPG file in the SD card, please return to SD CARD JPG FILE  
list page and highlight the specific JPG file of your requirement and press the Setup  
button  
and then select the “Yes” to delete the image.  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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4.5 Backup Operations  
4.5.1 Mobile Rack HD Backup  
There are three ways available to duplicate the recorded video from HD 1 (Fixed HD) to HD 2  
(Mobile Rack HD). Please take the following steps to proceed.  
(1) Set HD 2 to BACKUP first. Take the following steps.  
Press the Setup button  
to enter the setup mode and select the DISK.  
Highlight DISK and press the Enter button  
Then set HD 2 USAGE to BACKUP.  
to enter the DISK SETTING page.  
MAIN MENU  
DISK SETTING  
RECORD  
REFORMAT  
ALARM  
HD 2 USAGE----------REC  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
BACKUP  
BACKUP  
SYSTEM  
MAIN PAGE  
SET HD2 USAGE  
GOTO DISK PAGE  
(2) FULL: Duplicate all the recorded video from HD1 to HD2.  
Stay on the DISK SETTING page.  
Use the ^and “v” buttons, and , to highlight BACKUP, select FULL, then press  
the Enter button  
to proceed.  
MAIN MENU  
DISK SETTING  
REFORMAT  
RECORD  
ALARM  
HD2 USAGE  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
BACKUP----------------FULL  
ALARM  
SELECT  
SYSTEM  
MAIN PAGE  
BACKUP ALL TO HD2  
GOTO DISK PAGE  
ALARM: Duplicate all the alarm-event recorded video from HD 1 to HD2.  
Stay on the DISK SETTING page.  
Use the ^and “v” buttons,  
and  
, to highlight BACKUP; select ALARM, then  
press the Enter button  
to proceed.  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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MAIN MENU  
DISK SETTING  
REFORMAT  
RECORD  
ALARM  
HD2 USAGE  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
BACKUP----------------FULL  
ALARM  
SELECT  
SYSTEM  
MAIN PAGE  
BACKUP ALARM TO HD2  
GOTO DISK PAGE  
SELECT: Duplicate a particular recorded video from HD1 to HD2.  
Stay on the DISK SETTING page.  
Use the ^and “v” buttons,  
and  
to list all the recorded video.  
and , to select the desired clip and press the  
, to highlight BACKUP, select SELECT and  
then press the Enter button  
Press the ^and “v” buttons,  
Search button  
to mark it.  
After completing the selection, press the Enter button  
to proceed.  
MAIN MENU  
DISK SETTING  
RECORD  
REFORMAT  
ALARM  
HD2 USAGE  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
BACKUP----------------FULL  
ALARM  
SELECT  
SYSTEM  
MAIN PAGE  
GO TO DISK PAGE  
BACKUP PART TO HD2  
HD1  
A 1 2001-02-01 12:20  
2 2001-02-01 03:30 +  
A 3 2001-03-02 04:20 +  
4 2001-04-01 13:30  
TOTAL: 41 M  
READY TO GO  
OK CANCEL  
NOTE: If the capacity of HD 2 is not sufficient to store all selected video, a warning message  
“HD2 SPACE NOT ENOUGH” will be displayed on the screen. Please, insert a larger  
capacity of hard-disk drive and start the process all over again.  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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4.5.2 Security Digital Card (SD Card) Backup  
The SD card slot of the rear unit has three functions as shown below:  
1. Archive Single image Clips into SD Card  
Please take the following steps to archive a critical image in a SD card.  
(1) Insert a SD Card into the SD card slot of the rear unit.  
(2) Start playing back the recorded video. (When playing back recorded video made by a  
multiplexer, you must get into the multiplexing mode and display picture by picture in  
order to select the desired image for archiving. Press the Monitor button  
to get into  
is off  
the multiplexing mode under this mode so that the light of the Monitor button  
and the pictures are switching swiftly)  
(3) Press the PAUSE button  
(4) Press the Enter button  
to freeze the desired pictures.  
to save the image in the SD Card.  
The quantity of pictures that can be stored depends on the SD card capacity. It depends  
on SD card capacity how many pictures can be stored. You can have the saved images  
printed out in any computer. The image is stored in the JPEG compressed format. If  
more than one clip is stored in a SD card, file names will be assigned in sequence as  
shown below.  
SAVE TO J0000.JPG  
SAVE TO J0001.JPG  
SAVE TO J000N.JPG  
2. Backup the System setting info into SD Card.  
The VR-601 offers a quick setup method by using a SD card. If a user wants to set many  
VR-601 devices with the same settings, the VR-601 could save the whole setting in the SD card,  
then transfer it to another DVR.  
Save the whole setting into the SD card:  
Insert a SD card into the SD card slot.  
Press the Setup button  
to enter the setup mode and select the SYSTEM.  
to enter the SYSTEM SETTING page.  
Highlight SYSTEM and press the Enter button  
Set SD SETUP to SAVE. Then the system setting info will auto save into SD card.  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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Transfer the system setting info of DVR to another:  
Insert the SD card which has stored the system setting info into the DVR.  
Press the Setup button  
to enter the setup mode and select the SYSTEM.  
Highlight SYSTEM and press the Enter button  
Then set SD SETUP to LOAD.  
to enter the SYSTEM SETTING page.  
MAIN MENU  
SYSTEM  
RECORD  
OPERATION LOG  
MENU BACKGND  
BUZZER  
PASSWORD  
SETUP PWD  
DEFAULT  
SD SETUP  
VERSION  
: ENTER  
: 2  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
: ON  
: SET  
: OFF  
: LOAD  
: SAVE  
: ENTER  
SYSTEM  
MAIN PAGE  
VIEW OPERATION LOG  
GOTO SYSTEM SETTING  
3. Updating System Software (Please refer to section 3.4 for more details.)  
4.6 Key Lock Operation  
The Key lock operation protects the unit against unauthorized use by disabling the entire front  
panel controls. Simultaneously press these two “<” and “>” buttons (as shown below) for  
at least 3 seconds to lock the unit; to release the Key Lock, simultaneously press these two  
buttons again.  
PLAY  
STOP  
REC  
PAUSE  
REV  
FWD  
Operate Display  
Setup  
Search  
Enter  
Monitor  
A-rec  
T-rec  
DISK  
OPERATE  
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* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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5. MENU SETUP  
There are 6 categories for operation setting in the setup menu system as shown below. The following  
sections will instruct you step by step to configure the operation setting and state each menu’s purpose and  
options. Press the Setup button  
to access the setup menu. Once inside the menu system, the on-screen  
menu allows you to set up the key features of the unit. The functions of various buttons within the  
menu-setup mode are described in the paragraphs below.  
MAIN MENU  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
SYSTEM  
KEY FUNCTIONS  
Setup button  
:
Press to enter the setup menu. Press again to exit the setup mode.  
^” “v” buttons  
and  
:
Press to select the desired item or entry for setting.  
“<” “>” buttons  
and  
:
Press to highlight the desired option or to select the context for setting.  
Enter button  
:
Press to enter the selected item and to save the setting.  
Shuttle Ring  
:
Turn to highlight the desired option or to select the context for setting.  
Jog Dial  
:
Turn to select the desired item or entry for setting.  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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5.1 REC SETTING  
This page allows you to set the recording rate and recording quality, and enables you to continue  
recording when the disk is full.  
MAIN MENU  
REC SETTING  
REC RATE  
: 20 F/S  
: BEST  
: REWRITE  
: OFF  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
REC QUALITY  
DISK FULL  
AUDIO  
MULTIPLEXER  
: ON  
SYSTEM  
MAIN PAGE  
SET REC RATE  
GOTO REC PAGE  
REC RATE:  
This option is for adjusting the number of pictures recorded every second into a storage disk.  
The recording rate controls the frequency at which the number of video pictures can be  
recorded.  
For a NTSC unit, there are 11 different recording rates you can select from: 60F/S (60 fields  
per second), 30F/S, 20F/S, 12F/S, 5.5F/S, 2.4F/S, 1.22F/S, 0.71F/S, 1 F/4S, 1F/6S, and 1F/8S.  
For a PAL unit, there are 11 different recording rates you can select from: 50F/S (50 fields  
per second), 25F/S, 17F/S, 10F/S, 5.5F/S, 2.9F/S, 1.52F/S, 0.88F/S, 1 F/4S, 1F/6S, and 1F/8S.  
Please refer to the table in section 4.1 for details.  
NOTE: The 60 f/s (50 f/s for a PAL unit) recording rate can only function in a 352x240 (352x288  
for a PAL unit) resolution  
REC QUALITY:  
This option determines the image quality to be recorded. The DVR stores images in the  
compressed format and allows the image quality to be altered by the image size. There are 4  
levels of image quality you can select from: BEST, HIGH, STANDARD, and BASIC. Selecting  
the BEST image for use provides higher-resolution recorded images, and normally takes up  
more storage space than a HIGH, STANDARD or BASIC image does.  
DISK FULL:  
This option determines the way to utilize storage media in case of a full disk.  
REWRITE: When the hard-disk is full, the device continues recording by displacing the old data.  
STOP: When the hard-disk is full, the device will stop recording.  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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AUDIO:  
This option determines the way to record sound if necessary.  
ON: Enables AUDIO recording.  
OFF: Disables AUDIO recording.  
NOTE: Audio function can only be activated in the following refresh rate in NTSC(PAL):  
12(10), 5.5(5.5), 2.4(2.9), 1.22(1.52), 0.71(0.88) fields/sec  
MULTIPLEXER:  
For optimum image recording please set this option to ON when the DVR is connected to a  
multiplexer for use. Set this option to OFF when it is only connected to a single camera or  
Quad processor.  
5.2 ALARM SETTING  
This menu allows users to program the configuration of alarm recording only when an alarm input is  
activated. The device will record as long as the alarm input is activated.  
MAIN MENU  
ALARM SETTING  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
ALM OPERATION  
REC RATE  
REC QUALITY  
AUDIO  
ALM TYPE  
: OFF  
: 20F/S  
: BEST  
: OFF  
: NO  
SYSTEM  
ALM DURATION  
PRE- ALARM  
: 0 SEC  
: OFF  
MAIN PAGE  
GOTO ALARM PAGE  
ALARM REC ENABLE  
ALM OPERATION:  
This option determines whether to activate/deactivate the alarm recording when it detects an alarm input.  
ON: The device activates the alarm recording when it detects an alarm input.  
OFF: The device ignores the alarm signal when it detects an alarm input.  
REC RATE:  
This option is for the purpose of adjusting the number of pictures recorded every second into a storage  
disk when an alarm input is activated. For a NTSC unit, there are 5 different record speeds you can  
select from: 60F/S (60 fields per second), 30F/S, 20F/S, 12F/S, and REMAIN. For a PAL unit, there  
are 5 different record speeds you can select from: 50F/S (50 fields per second), 25F/S, 17F/S, 10F/S,  
and REMAIN. If you select REMAIN for use, the device will record images at the same speed as set on  
the REC page.  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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REC QUALITY:  
This option determines the image quality to be recorded when an alarm input occurs. There are 4  
levels of image quality to choose from: BEST, HIGH, STANDARD, and BASIC. The table below shows  
the level of image quality with the corresponding compression ratio and image size.  
Compression Ratio  
Image Quality  
Best  
High  
Standard  
21KB  
Basic  
16KB  
Image Size  
48KB  
32KB  
AUDIO:  
This option determines the way to record sound if necessary.  
ON: Enables AUDIO recording.  
OFF: Disables AUDIO recording.  
NOTE: Audio function can only be activated in the following refresh rate in NTSC(PAL):  
12(10), 5.5(5.5), 2.4(2.9), 1.22(1.52), 0.71(0.88) fields/sec  
ALM TYPE:  
This option allows users to set a type of alarm input corresponding to the sensor signal in use.  
NO: Normally Open. This is to be used with the type of alarm sensor whose contact remains  
open in normal conditions and closes in case of activation.  
NC: Normally Closed. This is to be used with the type of alarm sensor whose contact remains  
closed in normal conditions and opens in case of activation.  
ALM DURATION:  
This option allows users to set alarms for a certain duration. You can select one of the six following  
options: 0 SEC, 30SEC, 1 MIN, 5 MIN, 10 MIN, and NON-STOP.  
Duration  
Setting  
Alarm recording  
Duration  
Alarm  
Alarm  
activated  
deactivated  
Non-Stop  
Alarm recording  
Duration  
Alarm  
activated  
Alarm  
deactivated  
Reset  
NOTE: Recording may be interrupted at the time of Alarm-in or Alarm-out.  
LIVE images may be interrupted at the time of Alarm-out.  
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PRE- ALARM:  
This option determines that images prior to an alarm occurs will be recorded in the hard-disk drive.  
When an alarm is triggered the device will record the image prior to the alarm for 5 seconds in NTSC  
(**20 fields/sec) or 6 seconds in PAL (**17 fields/sec).  
ON: Enables this function.  
OFF: Disables this function.  
NOTE: If the device is already under recording mode before alarm occur, the pre-alarm  
recording would not take effect.  
** : For NTSC and Mux Off Mode, recording rate 20F/S would be actually 15 F/S  
For PAL and Mux Off Mode, recording rate 17F/S would be actually 12.5 F/S.  
( This adjustment is to avoid image shaking during playback at the same speed )  
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5.3 CLOCK / TIMER  
The DVR provides a weekly table, consisting of two periods of time each day for scheduled  
recording. This option allows you to set the time each day that the DVR will start and stop recording.  
MAIN MENU  
CLOCK / TIMER  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
CLOCK  
REC ENABLE  
TIMER  
: SET  
: OFF  
: SET  
SYSTEM  
MAIN PAGE  
GOTO TIMER PAGE  
TIMER REC ENABLE  
CLOCK:  
This entry allows users to set the system time.  
NOTE: Clock data is retained for about 3 months after the 15-hour power supply is used up  
(Operate On mode).  
REC ENABLE:  
This option enables/disables the programmed scheduled recording.  
ON: Enables the scheduled recording.  
OFF: Disables the scheduled recording.  
TIMER:  
This entry allows users to program the time each day that the DVR will start and stop recording. There  
are two time periods each day available for scheduling. The time is displayed in a 24-hour clock format.  
If there is a time overlapping showing between two continual time period settings, the device will  
automatically combine the two time-period settings into one combined time-period setting.  
REC SCHEDULE  
REC SCHEDULE  
START END  
START END  
START END  
START END  
S :06:00-16:00  
12:00-18:00  
S :06:00-18:00  
00:00-00:00  
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5.4 COMMUNICATION  
This option allows you to configure the status of the RS-232 communication port when connected to an  
external device, and the Ethernet communications settings. (Please refer to the RS-232 Protocol and  
Network Function for more details)  
MAIN MENU  
COMM SETTING  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
COMM ID  
RS232  
RS485  
NET ENABLE  
NET DHCP  
NET IP  
: 01  
: ON  
: ON  
: OFF  
: OFF  
: SET  
SYSTEM  
FTP SETTING  
MAIN PAGE  
GOTO COMM PAGE  
SET RS232  
/
RS485 ID  
COMM ID:  
Communication ID for RS-232 and RS-485 communication. After the VR-601 receives a RS-232 or  
RS-485 command, it checks if the <Dest ID> within the code is the same as the COMM ID, in which case  
the particular command can be accept.  
RS-232:  
The RS-232 communication port can be either in an importing or exporting mode according to your  
applications.  
ON: Enables the RS-232 communication port. When you wish the unit to be controlled by an  
external device, please select this entry for use.  
OFF: Disables the RS-232 communication port.  
RS-485:  
The RS-485 communication port can be either in an importing or exporting mode according to your  
applications.  
ON: Enables the RS-485 communication port. When you wish the unit to be controlled by an  
external device, please select this entry for use.  
OFF: Disables the RS-485 communication port.  
NET ENABLE:  
This option selects either enable or disable for the Ethernet communication port.  
OFF:Disables it.  
ON: Enables it.  
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NET DHCP:  
This option selects enable or disable for the DHCP communication function.  
OFF:Disables it.  
ON: Enables it.  
NOTE: If provided with a DHCP server, the VR-601 can get an IP automatically by setting this  
option to ON.  
NET IP:  
This option is used to configure the Ethernet communication settings. This is required for the purpose  
of making a network connection. Please consult with a qualified MIS professional to configure it.  
IP:  
XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX  
XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX  
MASK:  
GATEWAY: XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX  
FTP SETTING:  
This entry allows users to set the FTP File Transfer Protocol.  
COMM SETTING  
FTP SETTING  
COMM ID  
RS232  
RS485  
NET ENABLE  
NET DHCP  
NET IP  
: 01  
ENABLE  
: OFF  
: ON  
: ON  
: OFF  
: OFF  
: SET  
REC MODE  
REC RATE  
ACCOUNT  
: ALARM REC  
: 1 F / 1 S  
: SET  
FTP SETTING  
MAIN PAGE  
MAIN PAGE  
SET FTP ON / OFF  
NAS FTP RECORDING  
ENABLE:  
This option is to select enable or disable for the FTP function.  
ON: Enables it.  
OFF: Disables it.  
REC MODE:  
This option determines the recording mode to be recorded when the FTP function occurs. There  
are 2 levels of recording mode to choose: ALARM REC and ALL REC.  
ALARM REC: Only to record the alarm-event recorded video.  
ALL REC: To record all the recorded video.  
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REC RATE:  
This option determines the recording rate to be recorded at when the FTP function occurs. There  
are 4 levels of recording rates to choose from: 1 F / 1 S, 1 F / 10 S, 1 F / 30 S and 1 F / 60 S.  
NOTE: An actual transfer interval could be stretched in some environment.  
ACCOUNT:  
This option is used to configure the FTP account settings. This is required for the purpose of  
making a FTP connection. Please consult with a qualified MIS professional to configure it.  
FTP ACCOUNT  
FTP IP  
USER  
PASSWORD : [ 00000000  
PATH : [ /dvrvideo  
: 192.168.001.128  
: [ dvr  
]
]
]
FTP IP : Every FTP server has to own an IP address to be identified on the network. Input  
the IP address of the FTP server.  
USER : Input the FTP user name (Login Name).  
PASSWORD : Input the FTP password (Password).  
PATH : Input the upload path while doing the FTP.  
NOTE: For valid settings, please reboot the DVR after changing the FTP ACCOUNT.  
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5.5 DISK SETTING  
MAIN MENU  
DISK SETTING  
REFORMAT : HD 1  
RECORD  
2
ALARM  
HD 2 USAGE  
BACKUP  
: REC  
: FULL  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
SYSTEM  
MAIN PAGE  
GOTO DISK PAGE  
DISK REFORMAT/CLEAR  
REFORMAT:  
This option allows you to clear out all the data in the hard-disk drive. You will be required to enter the  
pre-set password before proceeding with clearing out the data. Enter the standard password “9999” if you  
don’t set your individual password. To set your individual password, please refer to section 5.6  
PASSWORD option.  
HD 1 2:  
Clears out all the data stored in HD 1 and HD 2.  
BACKUP HD: Clears out all the data stored in HD 2, which is set to backup purpose only. (This  
function has to be proceeded with when the HD 2 USAGE option is set to  
BACKUP.)  
HD2 USAGE:  
This option determines the way to utilize the hard-disk drive in the mobile compartment.  
BACKUP: Used for data backup only, which will not be part of regular recording hard-disk drive.  
REC: Used for the regular recording hard-disk drive.  
NOTE: When you wish to play back a recorded video from a HD2, this option must be set to  
REC. For more details, please refer to section 4.3.4.  
BACKUP:  
This function allows you to duplicate data from HD 1 to HD 2. Please set HD 2 as BACKUP first. (For  
operation details, please refer to section 4.5.1)  
FULL: Duplicates all the recorded video from HD1 to HD2.  
ALARM: Duplicates all the alarm-event recorded video from HD 1 to HD2  
SELECT: Duplicates a particular recorded video from HD1 to HD2.  
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5.6 SYSTEM  
This page is used for accessing the history of the operation status, setting the password, resuming  
factory default, and determining the menu display background.  
SYSTEM  
MAIN MENU  
OPERATION LOG  
MENU BACKGND  
BUZZER  
PASSWORD  
SETUP PWD  
DEFAULT  
SD SETUP  
VERSION  
: ENTER  
: 2  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
: ON  
: SET  
: OFF  
: LOAD  
: SAVE  
: ENTER  
SYSTEM  
MAIN PAGE  
VIEW OPERATION LOG  
GOTO SYSTEM SETTING  
OPERATION LOG:  
This log shows the history of the operation status in chronological order. What the following entries  
represent is detailed below.  
ON: Powers up the device.  
OFF: Powers off the device.  
05/15/03 18:19:32 ON  
05/15/03 18:19:32 OFF  
05/15/03 18:19:32 REC  
05/15/03 18:19:32 STOP  
05/15/03 18:19:32 PLAY  
05/15/03 18:19:32 V-IN  
05/15/03 18:19:32 V-LOSS  
05/15/03 18:19:32 P-LOSS  
REC: Starts recording.  
STOP: Ceases recording.  
PLAY: Shows recorded video.  
V-IN: Video input is connected.  
V-LOSS: Video loss occurs.  
P-LOSS: Power interruption occurs.  
A-IN: Detects an alarm input.  
LOCK: Disables the entire front panel controls.  
UNLOCK: Releases the key lock.  
UPDATE: Updates system software.  
Note: The log keeps an operation history on a revolving basis because of a limit is 4000. When the  
log is full, the newly registered record of an operation will replace the existing records from  
the oldest one.  
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MENU BACKGND:  
There are 3 levels of background color transparency, you can choose from : level 1 is totally  
transparent, level 3 is opaque, and level 2 is between level 1 and 3. The background color is used  
in setup menu and search function.  
BUZZER:  
This option determines the embedded buzzer sounding a tone to signal the following situations. A  
tone lasts about two seconds long.  
ON: Enables buzzer.  
OFF: Disables buzzer.  
Situation  
Alarm occurs  
Video loss occurs  
Disk is full  
Load factory default  
Buzzer set to ON  
Enable/disable key lock function  
Power on /off mobile rack HDD  
Backup operation complete  
Timer activate/deactivate  
Recording switching between HDD  
PASSWORD:  
This option allows you to set a password to prevent any unauthorized re-formatting of the  
hard-disk drives or use by a network viewer. The standard password is “9999”.  
OLD PASSWORD: Enter the pre-set password (or the standard password if this is the initial  
setting) to access the password setting system.  
NEW PASSWORD: Enter a 4-digit-number password of your choosing which will replace  
the pre-set password (or the standard password “9999”).  
SETUP PWD:  
When this option is on, user must pass the password check before entering the setup menu.  
ON: Enables it.  
OFF: Disables it.  
DEFAULT:  
This option allows you to reload the factory default setting. Please do note that the password can  
not be changed in the factory default setting.  
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SD SETUP:  
The VR-601 offers a quick setup method by using a SD card. If the user wants to set up many a  
number of the same devices with the same settings, he can save the whole settings to a SD card,  
then transfer to another DVR.  
SAVE: Saves the whole setting to the SD card.  
LOAD: Loads the whole setting from the SD card.  
VERSION:  
This item is in the setup menu reveal network MAC, BIOS version, and software version, and last  
updated date.  
MAC : 00 : 0c : 0c : 00 : 00 : 07  
BIOS : 1.05  
SW  
: 1.00J  
DATE : Jun  
9
2003  
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6. RS-232 & RS-485 Protocol  
6.1 Setup  
6.1.1 Use a Null Modem cable (the standard RS-232 9 Pin Cable with Pin 2 and Pin 3 exchanged, see pin  
configuration chart below for details) to connect the COM 1 on the rear panel of the DVR to a PC.  
6.1.2 Set the RS-232 option to ON in the COMMUNICATION page of the setup menu.  
6.1.3 Set the PC communication parameters: 9600 bps, No Parity, 8 Data Bits, 1 Stop Bit.  
6.2 Communication Protocol:  
6.2.0 General Command Format  
<Lead Code = 0x41>, < Dest ID >, < Src ID >, <Main category >, <Second category >, {<Number of  
parameters>,<Parameter 1>, <Parameter 2> ..,} <End Code= 0x4f>  
Lead Code = 0x41  
Dest ID  
Src ID  
= 0x01  
= 0x20  
Main Category = 0x01 Keys and Signals  
= 0x02 Command  
Second Category  
= 0x01 Handshake  
= 0x02 Request Time/Set Time  
= 0x06 Request System State  
End Code= 0x4f  
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The different command types and their corresponding parameters are as follows:  
6.2.1 Keys and signals  
PC Send: <0x41>, <0x01>, <0x20>, <0x01>, <Key Value>, <0x4f>  
< The value of a specific front panel key >  
KEY_PLAY  
1
KEY_STOP  
3
KEY_PAUSE  
4
KEY_POWER  
KEY_REC  
5
6
KEY_SETUP  
7
KEY_ENTER  
8
KEY_SEARCH  
KEY_DISPLAY  
KEY_UP  
10  
11  
13  
KEY_DOWN  
14  
KEY_LEFT  
15  
KEY_RIGHT  
16  
KEY_MONITOR  
JOG_L  
36  
128  
JOG_R  
129  
KEY_SHUT_L8  
KEY_SHUT_L7  
KEY_SHUT_L6  
KEY_SHUT_L5  
KEY_SHUT_L4  
KEY_SHUT_L3  
KEY_SHUT_L2  
KEY_SHUT_L1  
KEY_SHUT_CT  
KEY_SHUT_R1  
KEY_SHUT_R2  
KEY_SHUT_R3  
KEY_SHUT_R4  
KEY_SHUT_R5  
KEY_SHUT_R6  
KEY_SHUT_R7  
SIGNAL_REC_IN  
SIGNAL_ALARM_RESET  
SIGNAL_REC_OUT  
SIGNAL_ALARM_IN  
130 ( -100x, -1/16x )  
131 ( -100x, -1/16x )  
132 ( -30x, -1/8x )  
133 ( -16x, -1/8x )  
134 ( -8x, -1/4x )  
135 ( -4x, -1/4x )  
136 ( -2x, -1/2x )  
137 ( -1x, -1/2x )  
138  
139 ( 2x, 1/2x )  
140 ( 4x, 1/2x )  
141 ( 8x, 1/4x )  
142 ( 16x, 1/4x )  
143 ( 30x, 1/8x )  
144 ( 100x,1/8x )  
145 ( 100x,1/16x )  
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165  
169  
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*About (A, B), A means the speed of FAST playback, B means the speed of SLOW playback.  
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6.2.2 COMMAND Types  
6.2.2.0 Command (Main Category=0x02)  
6.2.2.1 Handshake (Second Category=0x01)  
PC Request: <0x41>, <0x01>, <0x20>, <0x02>, <0x01>, <0x00>, <0x4f>  
DVR Response: <0x41>, <0x20>, <0x01>, <0x02>, <0x08>, <0x00>, <0x4f>  
6.2.2.2 Request Time (Second Category=0x02)  
PC Request: <0x41>, <0x01>, <0x20>, <0x02>, <0x02>, <0x00>, <0x4f>  
DVR Response: <0x41>, <0x20>, <0x01>, <0x02>, <0x02>, <0x07>, <7 Time Value >, <0x4f>  
The following case is an illustration of < 7 Time Value>  
2001/06/20 17:05:00 = <0xD1>, <0x07>, <0x06>, <0x14>, <0x11>, <0x05>, <0x00>  
6.2.2.3 Set Time (Second Category=0x02)  
PC Request: <0x41>, <0x01>, <0x20>, <0x02>, <0x02>, <0x07>, < 7 Time Value >, <0x4f>  
The following case is an illustration of < 7 Time Value>  
2001/06/20 17:05:00 = <0xD1>, <0x07>, <0x06>, <0x14>, <0x11>, <0x05>, <0x00>  
DVR Act: Changing the time and date.  
NOTE: The date (year, month and day) may not be set by RS-232. In this case,  
please set at the desired date after setting the date at different year, different  
month and different day.  
6.2.2.4 Request State (Second Category=0x06)  
PC Request: <0x41>, <0x01>, <0x20>, <0x02>, <0x06>, <0x00>, <0x4f>  
DVR Response: <0x41>, <0x20>, <0x01>, <0x02>, <0x06>, <0x01>,  
<System State = 0..>, <0x4f>  
Description of <System State>:  
STATE_STOP  
0
STATE_REC  
1
STATE_PLAY  
3
STATE_SETUP  
STATE_SEARCH  
STATE_BACKUP  
STATE_NET_PLAY  
6
7
15  
23  
6.2.2.5 Time Search (Second Category=0x0b)  
PC Request: <0x41>, <0x01>, <0x20>, <0x02>, <0x0b>, <0x06>, <6 Time Value >, <0x4f>  
where < 6 Time Value > = year ( 2 bytes, = LowByte + HighByte*256 ), month ( 1 byte),  
day (1 byte), hour(1 byte),min(1 byte)  
Example: to search 06/12/2002 17:00 the Time Value =  
<0xd2>,<0x07><0x06>,<0x0b>,<0x11>,<0x00> where 2003= 210(=0xd3) + 7(=0x07) *256  
NOTE: The DVR accepts RS-232 time search commands only under the live or playback  
Mode.  
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7. Mobile Rack Installation  
Usually, the unit comes with one hard-disk drive installed in compartment HD 1, which is  
default-configured as a master. The jumper settings configuration of the installed hard-disk drives for  
the unit and compatible drives which can be used with this unit are listed in the table below. To install  
a hard-disk drive in compartment HD 2, please take the following steps.  
The jumper settings of hard-disk drives for the system  
Location  
Jumper  
Master  
Master  
IDE 1  
IDE 2  
Compartment HD 1  
Compartment HD 2  
1. Make sure that the key unlocked.  
2. Pull the active-handle outward to remove the carrier body away from  
the mobile rack  
3. Slide the top cover backward and remove.  
4. Setting the jumper of your hard-disk drive. The way to set the jumper  
of the drive varies between manufacturers; please refer to the  
instructions on the drive to set the jumpers in the master position.  
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5. Attach the interface connector and the power connector to the drive.  
Please note the red lining of the IDE cable and the red wire of power  
cable must line up side by side.  
6. Place the hard-disk drive inside mobile rack, Use four of the provided  
screws.  
7. Place the top cover back to the carrier body by sliding forward to  
secure.  
8. Slide the carrier body back in the mobile rack.  
9. Push the carrier body further into the mobile rack until fully inserted.  
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10. Push the active-handle inward.  
11. Lock the Key.  
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8. System Default  
MAIN MENU  
REC SETTING  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
REC RATE  
: 20 F/S  
: BEST  
: REWRITE  
: OFF  
REC QUALITY  
DISK FULL  
AUDIO  
MULTIPLEXER  
: ON  
SYSTEM  
MAIN PAGE  
SET REC RATE  
GOTO REC PAGE  
MAIN MENU  
ALARM SETTING  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
ALM OPERATION  
REC RATE  
REC QUALITY  
AUDIO  
: OFF  
: 20F/S  
: BEST  
: OFF  
ALM TYPE  
: NO  
SYSTEM  
ALM DURATION  
PRE- ALARM  
: 0 SEC  
: OFF  
MAIN PAGE  
GOTO ALARM PAGE  
ALARM REC ENABLE  
MAIN MENU  
CLOCK / TIMER  
CLOCK  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
: SET  
REC ENABLE  
TIMER  
: OFF  
: SET  
SYSTEM  
MAIN PAGE  
GOTO CLOCK / TIMER PAGE  
TIMER REC ENABLE  
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MAIN MENU  
COMM SETTING  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
SYSTEM  
COMM ID  
RS232  
RS485  
NET ENABLE  
NET DHCP  
NET IP  
: 01  
: ON  
: ON  
: OFF  
: OFF  
: SET  
FTP SETTING  
MAIN PAGE  
GOTO COMM PAGE  
SET RS232 / RS485 ID  
MAIN MENU  
DISK SETTING  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
REFORMAT  
HD 2 USAGE  
BACKUP  
: HD 1  
: REC  
: FULL  
2
SYSTEM  
MAIN PAGE  
DISK REFORMAT/CLEAR  
GOTO DISK PAGE  
SYSTEM  
MAIN MENU  
OPERATION LOG  
MENU BACKGND  
BUZZER  
PASSWORD  
SETUP PWD  
DEFAULT  
SD SETUP  
VERSION  
: ENTER  
: 2  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
: ON  
: SET  
: OFF  
: LOAD  
: SAVE  
: ENTER  
SYSTEM  
MAIN PAGE  
GOTO SYSTEM SETTING  
VIEW OPERATION LOG  
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9. O.S.D Message  
No.  
O.S.D Message  
Meanings  
No hard-disk detected after power activated  
Suggest change the battery and reset the system time  
System Boot up  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
NO DISK  
BATTERY LOW  
LOADING  
VIDEO LOSS  
Video loss  
VIDEO IN  
Video input source  
KEY LOCKED  
Key lock function is on  
KEY UNLOCKED  
n1 OF n2 ITEMS PROGRESS n3 %  
BACKUP COMPLETE  
Key lock function is off  
BACKUP n1/n2 NOW n3 %  
Backup complete  
10 HD2 SPACE NOT ENOUGH  
11 NO RECORD FOR BACKUP  
HD2 has not enough space for backup  
No backup is possible.  
Backup incomplete, since the user has pressed the STOP  
button to stop it  
12 BACKUP INCOMPLETE  
13 NOT FOUND  
14 END  
The system cannot find a video in the Search function.  
Playback of recorded video has reached the end point  
Hard-disks are full; this happens only when the DISK FULL  
item in the setup menu is set to STOP.  
The user presses the PLAY button or uses the SEARCH  
function, but no video can be played.  
15 DISK FULL  
16 EMPTY  
17 SET TO NTSC, PLS RESTART  
18 SOFTWARE UPDATE  
System has to be set to NTSC, please reboot (PAL is similar)  
Software update  
The system should be rebooted after the software has been  
updated  
The user has pressed the Save key without putting in a SD  
card, or there is a disk error.  
19 PLEASE RESTART  
20 NO DISK  
The system finds data in installed HDs cannot be used  
contiguously. Suggest you remove HD2 from the system.  
21 DATA NOT CONTINUOUS  
22 DISK ATTACHED  
23 DISK REMOVED  
24 FAN STOPPED  
HD2 has been attached.  
HD2 has been removed.  
The chassis fan has stopped for over 30 seconds.  
There is a hard-disk error during recording, where n is the  
hard-disk number and xxxxx is the hexadecimal location.  
When the user tries to clear a disk that was not attached in  
the setup menu.  
25 HDn ERROR AT xxxxx  
26 NOT PRESENT  
27 SAVE TO DISK  
Start saving to the JPEG file.  
28 SAVE TO Fnnn. JPG  
29 SAVE OK  
Save to Fnnn. JPG (where nnn= 0..999)  
Save to the JEPG is ok.  
30 SD CARD WRITE PROTECT  
A SD card is write-protected; or there is an error  
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10. Network Viewer and Image Viewer  
This section provides instructions for installing and using the Network Viewer, and Image Viewer,  
which are included with the VR-601. The programs can be operated by a selected PC equipped with  
the following requirements.  
1. Intel Pentium 233MHz at least.  
2. 32 MB RAM  
3. Window 95, 98, NT, ME, 2000 and XP.  
4. 4 MB Video card capable of 24-bit true color display.  
5. 5 MB free hard-disk space for software installation.  
6. 10-base T network for LAN operation.  
10.1 The Network Viewer  
10.1.1 Introduction to Network Viewer  
The Network Viewer allows you to potentially access 16 units of the VR-601 from a remote  
desktop or a laptop in a TCP/IP networking environment. It can perform the following functions.  
View live images from the VR-601  
Store, search, and review recorded video from the VR-601 HDD.  
Change the regular record, event record, and timer properties.  
Before you are ready to view images from a desktop, you need to have your VR-601 networked  
by obtaining a 10 base Ethernet data cable (Standard RJ-45) to connect the VR-601 to your  
LAN/WAN. Now enter the main menu to set the IP address.  
RJ-45  
PC  
VR-601  
RJ-45 PIN configuration for Ethernet  
RJ-45 socket  
PIN NO.  
PIN Assignment  
TX +  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
TX -  
RX +  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8  
Not Connected  
Not Connected  
RX -  
Not Connected  
Not Connected  
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Physical specification for Ethernet  
Wire Type  
Connector Type  
Cat. 5  
RJ-45  
Max. Cable Length  
Hub Wiring Configuration  
PC Wiring Configuration  
30 m  
Straight Through  
Cross Over  
NOTE: For more details on network connections, please refer to the following document.  
10.1.2 Install the Network Viewer in your PC  
Install the Network Viewer from the supported CD-R.  
1. Exit all applications currently running in the selected PC.  
2. Insert the supported CD-R in the CD-ROM drive. The program will execute the installation  
automatically. Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the rest of the installation  
procedure as they appear.  
3. After the installation is complete, pop up the START menu from your computer, and point to  
Programs / JVC Picture Viewer to open up the program selection page as shown below.  
Click the Network Viewer tag to start the Network Viewer program.  
NOTE: If the Network Viewer needs to be upgraded, please contact your JVC dealer.  
NOTE: Please make sure the TCP/IP communication software has been properly set and  
configured in your computer. To check your TCP/IP settings, refer to the following  
document.  
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10.1.3 View the VR-601 video from a remote PC  
Follow the instructions below to use the Network Viewer to browse a VR-601 video from a  
remote location. Upon entering the Network Viewer; the connection box will appear as follows.  
1. Choose a channel number from the Channel drop-down list.  
2. Assign a name for the chosen VR-601.  
3. Type in the password and IP of the device and click the Add tag to add the device to the  
connection list.  
4. Click the Connect tag to establish the connection between the devices and the computer.  
Click OK to begin viewing images.  
NOTE: Upon connection, the connection status box indicates the name and IP address  
of the selected device. If there’s a failure to connect, a “Fail” message appears  
on the screen right after the device IP address; otherwise an “OK” appears. To  
add more connections or units to the VR-601, please repeat the above  
instructions.  
Description  
Functions  
Channel  
Assign a display location when you have multiple devices connected.  
This box allows you to assign a name to the chosen device.  
Type the preset password for making a connection.  
Name  
Password  
URL of the Remote Device Type the IP address which you preset for the device  
URL of a Proxy  
Type your proxy server address when accessing the Internet via a proxy  
server.  
Port  
Enter the designated port setting of your proxy server.  
Modify  
Delete  
Connect  
OK  
Click to change the settings of a chosen device.  
Click to remove the connection of a chosen device  
Click to establish the connection between the devices and the computer.  
Click to access the display page of the Network Viewer  
Click to exit the program of the Network Viewer.  
Cancel  
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Viewing images  
View all the connected devices  
Once the connection has been established, click OK to enter the Multi-device mode window.  
(See the sample screen below) This window displays all the connected devices in the  
sequence which has been arranged when you established the connection.  
Function Buttons  
Description  
Split-Screen display function bar. This allows you to display the connected  
device in multi-format screens of 1, 2x2, 3x3, and 4x4.  
Press to enter the selected device (the Single device display mode). Select  
a device from the DEVICE LIST box to enable this button.  
Press to open the device setting page to add more devices for viewing.  
Press to leave the Network Viewer program.  
Connected devices display box. This box indicates the title and IP address  
of all connected devices.  
Device title and image display area. Displays the title of each connected  
device and the time/day information of each displayed image on the top  
blue bar.  
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View single device  
Follow any one of the instructions below to get into the single device mode.  
1. Select the desired device from the DEVICE LIST box on the Multi-device Mode. The  
button will enable. Click the button to view the image of the selected device and have  
access to certain functional operations of the device via the network. (See the sample  
screen below.)  
2. Double click the image display area of each screen.  
NOTE: The Network Viewer may not play back a recorded video when the number of the  
index table reached to 3000. In such case, please reboot the VR-601 for regular  
playback.  
NOTE: The Network Viewer may not play back the video what is recorded at 1/8 F/S. In such  
case, please play back picture-by-picture by using the Step button.  
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Function Buttons  
Description  
Playback function bar.  
Play- Click to play back a recorded video from the PLAY LIST.  
Pause- Click to freeze the image.  
Stop- Click to stop playing back the recorded video or cease  
recording.  
REC- Click to activate the recording function of the device.  
Step- Click to view images picture-by-picture.  
Click to return to the Multi-Device mode.  
Click to save a viewing image in the local computer.  
Click to enter the SETUP page, which allows you to program the  
recording rate, recording quality, and schedule recording.  
Click to exit the Network Viewer program.  
Multiplexer format list box.  
Select a MUX from the drop-down list which is connected with the  
DVR, so the Network Viewer will be able to display cameras in  
corresponding to the camera input of the Multiplexer. If your MUX  
isn’t available, please select the Other Multiplexer option for use.  
The Viewer will display cameras in the thumbnail format.  
(Sequentially displaying images will appear one after another in the  
adjacent display window)  
Recorded video list box. This box allows you to access all recorded  
video, which are stored in the HDD of the connected devices. To  
review a recorded video, just click an entry from the list and click  
the  
button.  
PgUp/PgDn: To scroll up and down the list.  
VR-601 Status Box. This box indicates the selected device status.  
PLAY: The device is in the playback mode.  
LIVE: The device is in the live display mode.  
WAIT: The device is processing the command.  
PAUSE: Pauses the image.  
This allows you to search a recorded video kept in the HDD of the  
device. Enter the MONTH/DAY/YEAR HOUR: MINUTE you wish to  
search and click GO to proceed.  
Split-Screen display function bar. This allows you to display the  
selected device in multi-format screens of 1, 2x2, 3x3, and 4x4.  
Image display area. Displays the images of each camera and the  
title and time/date information on the top blue bar. Double click the  
image to view a full screen of the camera.  
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10.1.4 Change the Record & Timer Properties Via the Network  
Follow the instructions below to reconfigure the record and schedule recording settings via the  
network.  
A.  
Set the regular record settings  
1. When in the single –device mode, click  
to enter the SETUP page. (See the sample  
screen as in A above)  
2. Select a desired recording RATE and QUALITY from the corresponding drop-down list  
3. Click the OK tag to proceed.  
Set the Alarm record settings  
1. When in the single –device mode, click  
to enter the SETUP page. (See the sample  
screen as in A above)  
2. Set the ALARM SETTING to ON to enable the drop-down list in the ALARM SETTING  
area.  
3. Select a desired recording RATE and QUALITY from the corresponding drop-down list.  
4. Click the OK tag to proceed.  
Set the record timer  
1. When in the single –device mode, click  
to enter the SETUP page. (See the sample  
screen as in A above)  
2. Set the RECORD TIMER to ON to enable the RECORD TIMER setting area. The MODIFY  
button will appear.  
3. Click the MODIFY button to set the schedule for recording for each day. (See the sample  
screen below) Go to both the START TIME & END TIME boxes, enter a specific Hour:  
Minute and click OK to return to the SETUP page.  
4.When all required settings are completed, click OK to proceed.  
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10.1.5 Archive Images to the Computer  
Playback images can be stored in a local PC in the JPEG format. Follow the instructions below to  
save the viewed images to your PC.  
1. Press  
2. Press  
during playback to freeze the desired image.  
to enter the following sample screen.  
3. Select a folder in the computer for copying images in.  
4. Enter the number of images into the NUMBER OF SAVING box you wish to save in.  
5. Click the SAVE tag; the program will automatically copy the displayed images into the  
designated folder. The images are saved in the DVRxxx.jpg file name, which is displayed in the  
box on the right-hand side. To view a saved image, please follow the instructions in the next  
section to proceed.  
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10.2 The Image Viewer  
This is image integrity-protect software. It not only allows you to view an archived image from  
the SD card or HDD of a computer, but also protects an archived image from reproduction or  
interpolation. If an image isn’t in the original format made by a VR-601, the Image Viewer won’t  
display the image and instead will send a warning message” Wrong File, Can’t Open”. Follow  
the instructions below to open an archived image from a SD card or a HDD.  
1. Pop up the START menu from your computer, and point to Programs/JVC Picture  
Viewer to open up the program selection page. Click the Image Viewer tag to start the  
Image Viewer program. (See a sample screen below.)  
2. Select a folder where the files are kept and click a file you wish to display from the  
upper-right box or click the AUTOPLAY tag to display automatically all the files in the  
selected folder. Each file will be displayed for 2 seconds on the screen.  
3. Click the PRINT tag to get a displayed image printed out from a printer.  
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11. Index Table  
The following description details how the DVR manages an index table issue.  
The DVR will generate a time index table indicating recorded data is kept in a particular HDD. This  
allows to individually selecting recorded data to be displayed via the alarm list search and full list  
search. The maximum number of lists, for a given HDD, is 3000. When the list of any given HDD is  
used up-and the disk is not full, The unit will still use the rest of the space for recording. In such a  
case, an index for the recent recorded data will be generated and the index of the next oldest data  
will be erased so that the list does remain 3000 in total. And the next oldest data will be kept in the  
index of the corresponding oldest data. For any newly-recorded data, this approach will be applied  
until the disk becomes full.  
HD1  
HD1  
1
2
3
12-02-02 12:20:55  
12-02-02 13:30:33  
01-30-03 16:00:34  
1
2
12-02-02 12:20:55  
01-30-03 16:00:34  
:
:
:
:
3000 LISTS  
:
:
3000 LISTS  
2999  
3000  
02-03-03 16:00:56  
02-08-03 17:30:58  
3000 02-03-03 16:00:56  
In the rewrite recording mode, when the archived hard-disk drive is full, the DVR will start overwriting  
the oldest data recorded. As the previous recorded data was partially overwritten by the recent  
recording, the indicating time index of that data will be changed corresponding to the starting time of  
the remaining session. The index of the session will be deleted from the table when it is fully  
overwritten.  
Previously  
recorded data  
overwritten  
The point stops recording  
Previously recorded data remaining  
END  
In the rewrite recording mode, the DVR will generate a  
new index at the time returning to the TOP from the  
TOP  
END of HDD. In this place, the images should not be  
played continuously.  
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12. Network Configuration  
12.1 Cable Connections  
Please follow the instructions below to connect your DVR to a computer or a network and to choose  
a proper RJ-45 cable configuration for connections.  
Physical specification of RJ-45 cable for Ethernet  
Wire Type  
Cat. 5  
RJ-45  
Connector Type  
Max. Cable Length  
Hub Wiring Configuration  
PC Wiring Configuration  
30 m  
Straight Through  
Cross Over  
12.1.1 Connect to a computer  
Use a crossover LAN cable to connect directly to a computer.  
SD Card  
FROM MUX  
VIDEO  
MAIN MONITOR  
AUDIO  
RS-485  
IN  
IN  
ETHERNET  
10/100  
RS-232  
OUT  
OUT  
TO  
TO  
MONITOR  
ALARM  
I/O  
DC12V  
MUX'S VCR IN  
RJ-45  
CROSSOVER CABLE  
12.1.2 Connect to a LAN Hub (INTRANET)  
The RJ-45 PIN configuration for connecting with a LAN Hub is shown below.  
SD Card  
FROM MUX  
VIDEO  
MAIN MONITOR  
AUDIO  
RS-485  
IN  
IN  
ETHERNET  
10/100  
RS-232  
OUT  
OUT  
TO  
TO  
ALARM  
I/O  
DC12V  
MUX'S VCR IN  
MONITOR  
RJ-45  
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RJ-45 PIN configuration for LAN Hub  
PIN NO.  
PIN Assignment  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
TX +  
TX -  
RJ-45 socket  
RX +  
Not Connected  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8  
Not Connected  
RX -  
Not Connected  
Not Connected  
12.1.3 Connect to WAN (INTERNET)  
The RJ-45 PIN configuration for connecting to a WAN is the same as connecting to a LAN.  
SD Card  
FROM MUX  
VIDEO  
MAIN MONITOR  
AUDIO  
RS-485  
IN  
IN  
ETHERNET  
10/100  
RS-232  
OUT  
OUT  
TO  
TO  
ALARM  
I/O  
DC12V  
MUX'S VCR IN  
MONITOR  
RJ-45  
12.2 Configure Your DVR Network Settings  
Upon network hardware connection, you need to activate the network function and configure  
the proper network settings of the DVR.  
12.2.1 Enable DVR Network Function  
MAIN MENU  
COMM SETTING  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
COMM ID  
RS232  
RS485  
NET ENABLE  
NET DHCP  
NET IP  
: 01  
: ON  
: ON  
: ON  
: OFF  
: SET  
SYSTEM  
FTP SETTING  
MAIN PAGE  
ETHERNET ENABLE  
GOTO COMM PAGE  
Press the Setup button  
to enter the MAIN MENU. Please use the“<” “>” buttons  
and  
to highlight COMMUNICATION; then press the Enter button  
to enter  
the COMM SETTING page.  
Use the ^” “v” buttons  
press the Enter button  
and  
to highlight NET ENABLE; select ON. Then  
to proceed.  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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12.2.2 Enable DHCP Function  
Use the ^and “v” buttons  
press the Enter button  
, and  
, to highlight NET DHCP; select ON. Then  
to proceed.  
MAIN MENU  
COMM SETTING  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
COMM ID  
RS232  
RS485  
NET ENABLE  
NET DHCP  
NET IP  
: 01  
: ON  
: ON  
: ON  
: ON  
: SET  
SYSTEM  
FTP SETTING  
MAIN PAGE  
GOTO COMM PAGE  
SET ETHERNET DHCP  
NOTE: This function can only work if the LAN which the unit is connected to has a DHCP  
server. If the DHCP server is working, the DVR will obtain an IP address automatically  
from the DHCP server. In that case please skip the section 2.3 (Set IP address) and  
follow section 3. (TCP/IP Communication Software).  
12.2.3 Set IP Address  
You don’t need to set a NET IP for the unit if the LAN which the unit is connected to has a  
DHCP server. Otherwise, please follow the instructions given below:  
MAIN MENU  
COMM SETTING  
RECORD  
ALARM  
CLOCK / TIMER  
COMMUNICATION  
DISK  
COMM ID  
RS232  
RS485  
NET ENABLE  
NET DHCP  
NET IP  
: 01  
: ON  
: ON  
: ON  
: ON  
: SET  
SYSTEM  
FTP SETTING  
MAIN PAGE  
SET ETHERNET  
GOTO COMM PAGE  
Use the ^and “v” buttons  
to enter the NET IP page  
, and  
, to highlight the NET IP. Press the Enter button  
Set the IP, MASK and GATEWAY. Then press the Enter button  
to proceed. The  
following is a sample setting.  
IP:  
192.168.0.1  
255.255.255.0  
0.0.0.0  
MASK:  
GATEWAY:  
* About the location of the buttons, please refer to Page 10 2.1 Front View.  
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NOTE: When only one unit of the DVR is connected to a computer or LAN, you can  
freely assign an IP address for the DVR. For example, there is a range of DVR IP  
addresses from 192.168.0.1 to 192.168.0.255. You can pick one for use from the  
range of the IP. It’s not necessary to set MASK and GATEWAY; leave the settings  
as default.  
When a DVR is connected to a WAN, you must acquire a unique, permanent IP  
address and correctly configure the MASK and GATEWAY settings according to  
your network architecture. If you have any questions regarding those settings,  
please contact a qualified MIS professional or your ISP.  
NOTE: When connecting to a network, each connected DVR must be assigned a unique  
IP, which must be in the same class type as your network address. IP addresses  
are written as four sets of numbers separated by periods; for example,  
192.168.0.1 Therefore, if the connected network is identified as Class C, for  
example, the first three sets of numbers of the DVR IP address must be the same  
as the network address. If the connected network is identified as Class B, the  
first two sets of numbers of the DVR IP address must be the same as the  
network address. If you have any questions regarding these settings, please  
contact a qualified MIS professional or your ISP.  
12.3 TCP/IP Communication Software  
Follow the instructions below to install the TCP/IP communication program into your computer.  
Click the Start Menu from your computer, and point to the Settings/Control panel.  
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Click the NETWORK icon twice to enter the NETWORK setting windows.  
Click on the Configuration tag; check if the TCP/IC is included among the network  
components list. If the TCP/IP is included, please process step 5. If it is not included,  
please follow step 4 to install the TCP/IP.  
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12.4 TCP/IP installation  
During the installation, you will be requested to insert the windows CD-ROM. After  
installation, the PC will be restarted.  
12.5 TCP/IP Configuration setting  
Click Start Settings Control Panel Network.  
Select TCP/IP, and then click Properties.  
Before processing the DVR installation in a WAN, please make sure the Internet  
connection works properly. If not, please contact your ISP provider.  
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If you are using a DHCP server, please select Obtain an IP address automatically. Any  
assigned IP address for the connected DVRs must be in the same class type as the server.  
If there is no DHCP server, please select specify an IP address and type in the IP address  
of your PC. This IP address must be different from the DVR IP but in the same class type.  
NOTE: The IP address of a DVR in a network must be unique to itself as opposed to  
those of the other chosen PCs, but in the same class type  
12.6 Connection Testing  
With the previous settings, follow the instructions below to ensure whether you have established  
the connection successfully.  
Click Start Programs MS-DOS Prompt  
Type in ping 192.168.0.1 then Enter. (See the sample screen below)  
** This IP is the DVR IP address that is assigned for the connected DVR in step 2.  
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If you receive a response as in the sample screen below, the connection hasn’t been  
successfully established. Please re-check all the hardware and software installation by  
repeating steps 1 to 5. If you still can’t establish the connection after rechecking, please  
contact your dealer.  
If you receive a response as in the sample screen below, you have successfully made the  
connection.  
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13. SPECIFICATIONS  
Model Number  
VR-601 U  
VR-601 E  
Image System  
NTSC  
PAL  
720 x 240 pixels  
352 x 240 pixels  
720 x 288 pixels  
352 x 288 pixels  
Resolution  
Video In  
Composite Video In (BNC) x 1, Multiplexer Monitor In (BNC) x 1  
Composite Video Out (BNC) x 1, Multiplexer Monitor Out (BNC) x 1  
Line In / Out (RCAx2), 16 bits, 8 kHz  
80 GB (can be increased up to 240 GB)  
MJPEG  
Video Out  
Audio In/Out  
Storage Media  
Compression  
Memory Card  
Archive  
SD Card  
Hot Swappable Removable HD  
Digital Signature  
Watermark  
30 ips (720x240)  
60 ips (352x240)  
25 ips (720x288)  
50 ips (352x288)  
Recording Rate  
Image Size  
Best(48KB) / High(32KB) / Standard(21KB) / Basic(16KB)  
Schedule / Manual / Alarm / Circular  
Event / Pre-Alarm / Post Alarm  
Recording Mode  
Alarm Recording  
Pre-Alarm Recording  
Playback Speeds  
Record Search  
Set-up Menu  
100 pictures  
Frame Stepping, 1/16x,1/8x,1/4x,1/2x,1x,2x,4x,8x,16x,30x,100x  
Alarm / Time / Event list / Filter(thumbnail) / SD card  
Multi-layer / Network setting  
Log list  
4000 records  
Alarm In/Out  
1 Alarm Input / Output  
Built-in Buzzer  
Communication Port  
Network Interface  
Network Protocol  
Software Upgrade  
Password Protection  
Yes  
RS-232, RS-485, and Ethernet Port  
Ethernet (RJ-45 10/100 base-Tx) x 1  
TCP/IP, DHCP, HTTP, UDP, FTP, PPP  
Upgrade via Memory Card(SD Card) or RS-232  
Operation / Menu Setup / Remote Access  
Archive image as JPEG formats,  
Multi-brand multiplexer decoding,  
Remote live or recorded images  
Network Capabilities  
Power Supply (AC adapter)  
Dimensions  
Input: 100V-240V, 50 Hz/60 Hz; Output: DC12V max 5A  
220 mm x 94 mm x 340 mm EIA 19" 2U Half Size Mountable  
Weight  
About 3.9 kg  
5C ~ 40C (41F ~ 104F)  
Operation Temperature  
Regulation  
FCC, CE  
AC Adapter x 1  
Instruction manual x 1  
Power cord x 1  
Provided Accessories  
CD-R x 1  
Screw ( #6-32UNC ) x 4(see P.56), Screw ( M3 ) x 8(not in use)  
Key x 2  
*Design and specifications subject to change without notice.  
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14. Compatible Multiplexers  
Decode on Decode on  
Manufacturer  
Model  
RV2216  
N/P Channel COLORS  
DVR  
VIEWER  
Sensormatic  
GYYR  
NTSC 16CH  
NTSC 9CH  
NTSC 16CH  
NTSC 9CH  
NTSC 16CH  
NTSC 4CH  
NTSC 16CH  
NTSC 16CH  
NTSC 16CH  
NTSC 16CH  
NTSC 16CH  
NTSC 16CH  
NTSC 4CH  
NTSC 16CH  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
B/W  
OK  
OK  
DSP9C  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
ATV  
DPX16  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
ATV  
DPX9  
PELCO  
DM  
MX4016CD  
SPC2/D/N/04M  
SLDX16C  
MV16  
DM  
ROBOT  
ROBOT  
IMPAC  
JPI  
OK  
MV96  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
COLOR  
CBR-16CDT  
MP1600  
PANASONIC  
PROVIDEO  
PROVIDEO  
ATV  
WJ-FS616  
RMX-4CD  
RMX-16CD  
DPX9  
PAL  
PAL  
PAL  
PAL  
PAL  
PAL  
PAL  
PAL  
9CH  
OK  
OK  
ATV  
DPX16  
16CH  
16CH  
16CH  
16CH  
16CH  
9CH  
PELCO  
ENEO  
MX4016CD-x  
VCMD-5016  
CBR-16eZX  
MULTIview16CS  
MPX-CD92P  
MPX-CD163  
KALATEL  
AVE  
SANYO  
SANYO  
16CH  
OK  
NOTE: Multiplexers not shown on this list have not been tested by the engineering team and  
are not recommended for use with this product. For the latest updated list on the  
recommended multiplexers, please contact your dealers or distributors.  
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