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BRK Series
H.264 Digital DVR
,
user S manual
MODEL
PRO-D1610 16 Channel DVR
1.0TB
H.264
DVR OPTIMIZED
VIDEO DIGITAL DVR MOBILE PHONE/
SATA HDD
COMPRESSION RECORDER WEB READY
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introduction thank you Welcome Thank you for choosing First Alert for your security needs! For more than half a century, First Alert has made the home-safety and security products that make your job easier. Our products are built to the highest standard which has earned us a leadership role in the home-safety and security product categories. We are committed to serving our customers, from the professionals who install our products, to the families and businesses who count on them. First Ale
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introduction key product features Main Description Sixteen channel H.264 digital video recorder with Internet remote surveillance, motion detection, PTZ and alarm control suitable for applications such as high- end residential - new or remodel, light commercial, small business/retail, small warehouse or small grocery. Product features • H.264 Compression & Virus free Linux O/S • Real hexaplex operation - simultaneous record, playback, mobile phone live view, backup, control, & remote access
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introduction table of contents Page section description number 1 Introduction 2-3 2 Safety 6 Product Overview 7 What is in the Box 7 DVR Controls Front Panel 8 3 Back Panel 9 Remote Control 10 Mouse Controls 11 Camera Power Connections 12 Connecting Devices 12 Initial Setup - System Operation 13 System Start Up 13 Default Video Output 13 Power On/Off 13 User Login 13 Live View Screen 14 4 Quick Access Menu 14 Main Menu Acc
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introduction table of contents Page section description number Advanced Operation 22 Alarm 22-23 Alarm Setup 22-23 E-mail Setup 23 System Info and System Update 24 System Maintain 24 6 Upgrade Firmware 24 PTZ Setup and Control 25-26 Step 1: Connect your PTZ Camera to this DVR 25 Step 2: Configure PTZ Communication Settings 25 Step 3: Configure the Operation and Control of your PTZ Camera(s) 25 Step 4: Configure the CRUISE SETTING of your
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safety caution statements safety precautions • Do not drop, puncture, or disassemble the DVR. • Do not tug on the power adapter. Use the plug to remove it from the wall. • Do not expose the DVR to high temperatures. • For your own safety, avoid using the DVR when there is a storm or lightning in your area. • Use the DVR with care. Avoid pressing hard on the DVR body. • Do not crush or damage the power cable. fcc compliance FCC Compliance Class B Digital Device This equipment has been test
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product overview package contents , What s in the box PRO-D1610 H.264 16 Channel Digital DVR BRK Series H.264 Digital DVR with 1TB Hard Drive quick install guide MODELS PRO-D1610 16 Channel H.264 1.0TB VIDEO DIGITAL DVR MOBILE PHONE/ DVR OPTIMIZED SATA HDD COMPRESSION RECORDER WEB READY Quick Install Guide Installation Software and Manuals USB 2.0 Mouse Remote Control WARNING THESE PREMISES ARE UNDER 24 HOUR VIDEO SURVEILLANCE PROTECTED BY 2 Window RJ45 Ethernet Cable Warning Decals (cabl
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product overview dvr controls Front Panel 4 6 3 2 7 5 8 1 Item Function Control Description 1 Standby Press to enter/exit standby mode 2 IR Sensor IR receiver for the remote control 3 MENU/EXIT Press to open/close the main menu 4 LED Indicators Shows status of Link, 100M, Full, Alarm, Record, HDD. Press buttons 1~9 to view the selected channel in full-screen. To display 2-digit channels 5 Channel Numbers press both buttons slowly. Pressing 0 returns screen to 16 camera display mode. Increase re
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product overview dvr controls back Panel 10 8 1 3 2 5 6 7 4 9 Item Function Description 1 POWER Input DC 12V/3A power connection 2 Network For connecting RJ45 ethernet cable to PC or router 3 VGA Output For connecting to a VGA monitor 4 Video Output For connecting to a BNC monitor (800 x 600) - NTSC or PAL Alarm Input 4 alarm inputs Alarm Output 2 alarm outputs 5 RS485 For connecting PTZ cameras Power supply for alarm block inputs, the current is 100mA (to prevent +12V short circuits) For conne
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product overview remote control remote control Remote Control Operation 2 The remote control is the secondary input device for navigating the system’s 1 interface. In device operation, the OK key has the same function as “left click” of the mouse. Item Function Description 3 1 STANDBY Press to turn standby mode ON/OFF If “Security” has been enabled in the setup menu, press to 2 LOGIN/LOCK open the user password login screen or log off system. 4 5 Press buttons 1~9 to view the selected channel
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pRODUCT oVERVIEW MOUSE and virtual Keypad MOUSE controls Mouse Operation with this DVR The mouse is the primary input device for navigating system menus. NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, all system functions described in this manual are achieved through mouse input. To use a mouse with the system: Connect a USB mouse to the USB MOUSE port on front panel of the system. NOTE: Only the USB 2.0 port on the front panel is designed for data backup to a USB flash drive. Do not connect a USB flash dri
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product overview cAMERA AND pOWER cONNECTIONS connecting devices Follow this diagram to make device connections. This diagram is for illustration purposes only. Cabling and other accessories shown are not included with this DVR unless indicated. See “What’s in the Box” for included devices. Powering Cameras Powering Cameras DVR Front Face Power from each Camera Adaptor Power from a single Connect Mouse & that came with your camera. Power Adaptor and 8-way USB Drive Not included splitter.
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initial setup system operation system start up Default Video Output The default video output for the DVR system is VGA. If you connect a BNC (CVBS) monitor on initial setup, you will need to use the mouse “Scroll Wheel” to switch to the BNC output to be able to use the mouse. Roll the mouse “Scroll Wheel” back- ward to go to BNC and forward to go to VGA. The REMARK screen is shown on startup. Switch between VGA to BNC Output Power On/Off To power the system On/Off, connect the power cable to
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initial setup system operation Live View Screen The Live View Screen is the home or main viewing screen. It shows live video of all current cameras connected to the DVR. You can double-click a channel at any time to view it in single-channel mode. You access all menus from this Live View screen via the Quick Access Menu. You will also see the Channel number or name, time and day information (see page 16 “Camera Display Setup” for customizing the Live View Screen). It is also where you will
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initial setup system operation Password Setup Setting Up Passwords & User Permissions When you first startup your DVR, you are automatically logged in as the ADMIN under Device ID: 000000. By default, passwords are disabled on the system. You will not need a password to log in or access menus. You will not need a password to access your system using the browser-based remote software. The system employs two levels of user authorities connected to a Device ID. The levels are as follows: 1. ADMIN
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initial setup system operation camera display setup Setting Up Cameras for Viewing and Recording Use the Display Setup menu to customize channel titles, show/hide the date and time in live viewing and playback, and enable/ disable preview channels. To customize Display settings, click DISPLAY from the Main Menu: Display 1. Configure the following options: • NAME: Click any of the fields and enter a new title for the selected channel using the Virtual Keyboard (mouse only) • POSITION: Repositi
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initial setup system operation System Setup Use the SYSTEM SETUP Menu to set the system language, date and time, device IDs and passwords, system maintenance, configure video settings and gather system information like serial number and software version. language, date and time Setting Up Language/Date/Time Set the system language, date and time, passwords, and configure video options. Language System Setup Menu To change the system language:, from the drop-down menu select LANGUAGE. Click APP
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Basic Operation Recording recording RECORD Mode Configure Recording Options: In this Menu you have three recording options: POWER UP (Continuous), TIMER RECORD (enables SCHEDULE menu) and ALARM (within SCHEDULE menu). By default, the DVR is set to record continuously. Set parameters as follows: 1. From the Main Menu click RECORD. Under SWITCH, use the drop-down menus and select ON/OFF to enable/disable recording from the selected channel. Note: If SWITCH is set to OFF, then Motion Detect, Ala
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Basic Operation Recording Recording Schedule (TIMER RECORD) Example You want your system to record continuously on all channels from 9 AM to 5 PM Monday to Friday. You also want Alarm/Motion recording from 5 PM to 9 AM. You do not want the system to record Saturday or Sunday: 1. Open the Schedule menu. 2. Under CHANNEL, select ALL. 3. Click the blue NO RECORD block be- low the grid. A checkmark will appear in the block. 4. Under SUN, click blocks 00~23. The blocks will turn blue. 5. Under FR
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Basic Operation Playback playback PLAYBACK Mode Playback and Record Search View recorded video on the system through the SEARCH Menu. To begin playback: 1. There are two ways to access the SEARCH menu. Right-click anywhere on the screen and select VIDEO SEARCH from the Quick Access Menu. The SEARCH Menu opens. Or from the Main Menu select SEARCH. NOTE: When you first open the SEARCH Menu, it displays the current month and date. 2. Click PLAYBACK to select a specific channel. Note a maximum o
