R4, R8, R16 Digital Video Recorders Quick Setup Guide

R4, R8, R16 Digital Video Recorders Quick Setup Guide This guide provides instructions to initially setup the R16 (16 channel) digital video recorders (DVR). The DVR supports these advanced features: 2 1 3 4 Self-adaptive HD-TVI / HD-CVI / AHD / CVBS video input Support camera resolution up to 8 MP video input and live view H.264/H.265 Video encoding Supports HDDs up to 8TB. See specifications. Simultaneous HDMI / VGA monitor output Up to 16-channel synchronous playback Supports HDVision mobile app for ios and Android DDNS, PoE and P2P remote connectivity 1 2 R8 backpanel 5 6 7 8 3 4 9 11 DVR Front Panel Power LED HDD in use 5 R16 backpanel 6 7 8 9 10 Item Description R4, R8 front panel USB Interface 1 AUDIO IN RCA connector for audio in cable 2 VIDEO INPUT BNC connectors for camera video channels in Power LED HDD in use 3 VGA Connector VGA monitor cable. 4 RS-485 terminations Connector for RS-485 devices. Connect the D+ and D- terminals to T+ and T- of PTZ receiver respectively. (+, ) pins connect to R+ and R- pins of PTZ receiver respectively. For cascading devices, the first DVR s +, pins should be connected with the +, pin of the next DVR. 5 AUDIO Out RCA connector for audio out cable. 6 HDMI Connector HDMI monitor cable. R16 front panel USB Interface 7 LAN RJ-45 connector for Ethernet drop cable. 8 USB USB (3.0) for a USB mouse or USB memory device such as a flash drive or DVD drive. A USB port is also located on the front panel. 9 12 Vdc Plug for 12 Vdc power adapter (provided). Item Usage 10 Ground Ground terminal. Connect to earth ground. Power LED Indicator turns green when DVR is powered up. 11 Switch ON / OFF switch HDD in use Indicator turns red when HDD is reading / writing. USB Interface This port can be used for a USB mouse or USB flash memory devices. Mouse control DVR Back panel 2 1 3 4 A standard 3-button (left / right / scroll-wheel) USB mouse can also be used with this DVR. To use a USB mouse: 1. Plug the USB mouse into the either the front panel or back panel USB connector of the DVR. 2. When the recorder is powered on, the mouse will be automatically detected. If the mouse is not detected, the mouse may not be compatible with the DVR. Please refer to the recommended device list from your provider. 5 6 7 8 R4 backpanel 9 1 RS_R4-8-16_SQ 181220

Using the mouse 1. Left Button: Click to select menu options. During live viewing in split-screen view, double-click on a channel to view it in full-screen. Double-click the channel again to return to split-screen viewing. Click upon a channel on Live Viewing screen to open Camera Quick Toolbar. Click and hold to drag sliders and scales on menu mode 2. Right Button: Click once to open the task bar on the Live Viewing screen. In menus, click to go back or close the menu. 3. Scroll Wheel: In menus, scroll to move up / down through the menu content. While hovering over the volume control wheel, scroll to turn system volume up / down. Using the Remote Control 3 5 9 11 14 16 Using the Virtual Keyboard 1 2 4 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 15 No. Icon Description 1 1-8 2 9, 0 Numeric keys 3 ALL Numeric keys Press to display channel 1~8 Press to display all channels Multiple display mode 4 Menu Press to enter or exit the Main Menu 5 Mute Mute On/off 6 Submenu Go to submenu 7 Up arrow key; Volume increase 8 SEL Press to enter the selected menu item and edit the setting 9 Left/Right key; Decrease/increase parameter value of control bar. 10 Down arrow key; Volume decrease 11 Press to rewind during video playback 12 Press to fast forward during video playback 13 Press to play recorded video or enter the recording search menu 14 Press to start manual recording 15 Press to stop manual recording or stop the video playback 16 Press to pause the video playback or enter frame-playback mode When you click in an editable data entry field, a virtual keyboard will appear. Click on the character in the keyboard to enter it into the field. When the data entry is complete, click the Enter key in the lower right corner. Click for upper, lower case Move cursor left, right Installing the System Step 1. Getting Started: Unpacking the Equipment What s in the box Your system includes: DVR USB mouse Power adapter for DVR Remote control Click to delete previous character Remove the equipment from its packaging and place it on a flat, clean surface. Inspect each item. If any visible damage is present, contact your supplier for a replacement. Verify that your order is complete. What you need Although each security system installation is different, most require the following items not included with your system components: Cameras and cables compatible with the DVR. The VIDEO INPUT connectors on the back panel support analog cameras. Check the Specifications section of this guide for more information. IP cameras installed on the Ethernet network (LAN) associated with the DVR must be compatible. Check the Specifications section of this guide for more information. Tools to install the cameras and route power and video cables Fasteners to attach the cameras to the mounting surfaces, calking VGA or HDMI compatible computer monitor to connect to the DVR. Un-interuptable power supply (UPS) is recommended. This UPS is used to ensure system stability during voltage surges, sags, and outages. If a UPS is not available, a power strip with strong surge protection is highly recommended. Step 2. Install the DVR HDD Installation If your DVR was purchased without an HDD, or you want to add an additional HDD or replace one, follow the guidelines shown here. The HDD installation should be performed before using your DVR. For lasting performance and reliability, install only security grade HDDs in your DVR. The chassis is designed to accommodate both 3.5 inch and 2.5 inch HDDs, with an HDD capacity up to 8 TB. CAUTION Before performing this procedure, ensure that the power cord is not disconnected from the DVR. Enter 2 www.observint.com 2018 Observint Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.

The example shown here is for an R16 DVR. To install an HDD: 1. Lay the DVR on a clean, flat table, and then remove the five cover screws shown in the picture below on the left. CAUTION Do not apply power to the DVR at this time. Step 3. Connect devices to the DVR Your DVR security system is highly configurable to meet your application requirements. The diagram below illustrates how the DVR can be interconnected to various devices. Refer to the Specifications section for more information about the capacity of your DVR. Internet cloud 2. Slide the cover back, then lift it off the DVR chassis. 3. Unpackage your HDD(s). 4. Connect a SATA cable and one of the HDD power cables to the HDD as shown in the picture below on the left. Network Cameras Router Ethernet Router Ethernet Power adapter Microphones 5. Position the HDD in the chassis, aligning the holes in the bottom of the chassis with the with the mounting screw holes on the underside of the HDD. 6. Holding the HDD in place, turn over the DVR with the HDD, and then use four (4) screws to attach the HDD to the chassis. 7. Lay the DVR on the table, top up. Check the to make sure the SATA and power cables are fully seated both on the HDD and the chassis PC board. Analog Cameras Speakers VGA or HDMI Mouse or Flash Media RS485 network PTZ Camera 8. Install a second HDD if needed and the chassis has space for it. 9. Reinstall the cover on the DVR. Monitor Cameras Install the DVR Install your security cameras. Always follow the installation instructions provided with the camera. 1. Install the analog cameras that will connect to the VIDEO INPUT connectors on the back of the DVR. 2. Route video / power extension cable(s) between the cameras and the DVR. Note that power connectors on some extension cables are different: the power connector at the camera is a male style connector, and the power connector at the source (usually DVR) is a female style connector. 3. Connect the extension cable(s) to the camera and the DVR. 1. Place the DVR in a location that is secure, well ventilated and clean. The DVR should be positioned such that the back panel connectors are accessible and the ventilation holes on the top and sides are not blocked. 2. Connect the ground terminal (if available) on the back of the DVR to an earth ground. Refer to local electrical codes for proper grounding. Install a monitor, mouse, microphones, network, power etc For the following steps, refer to the back panel photo above for the location of connectors. 1. Install and setup your monitor in accordance with the instructions provided with the monitor. Do not power it on at this time. 3 www.observint.com 2018 Observint Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.

NOTE Some monitors have multiple inputs such including VGA,HDMI, BNC, etc. If you are using this kind of monitor, configure your monitor to display the input connected to your DVR (HDMI or VGA). 2. Cable the HDMI or VGA connector to your monitor s HDMI or VGA input. The HDMI interface provides the best performance. 3. Plug the mouse provided into the USB connector on the front or back of the DVR. 4. If using microphones with your cameras, install the microphones where needed, and then plug the microphone extension cables into the AUDIO INPUT RCA connectors on the back of your DVR. 5. Plug a drop cable from your local area network (LAN) router into the RJ45 LAN connector on the back of the DVR. 6. If using speakers, plug your speaker set into the AUDIO OUT RCA connector on the back of the DVR. The AUDIO OUT connector provides a line level signal output. An audio adapter may be needed to connect your speaker set to the DVR RCA connector. 7. If using an RS485 network to control a PTZ camera or other device, cable the RS485 terminations on the back of the DVR to your network. The DVR must be configured for the RS485 network you connect to the DVR and the device(s). 8. Connect the power cord with the 12 Vdc power adapter, and then connect the power adapter to the 12 V(DC) power connector on the back panel of the DVR, and then into a UPS (recommended) or surge protector. Power on the system 1. Apply power to your power adapter to power on the DVR. If the DVR has a power switch, also set the power switch to on. 2. Apply power to the monitor. 3. Apply power to your cameras and microphones. 4. If using a speaker set, apply power to your speakers. 1. In the screen shown above, enter your admin password in the New Admin Password and Confirm Password fields (see below). Ensure that the Password Strength of your password is at least Medium (preferably Strong). NOTE If you forget your password, you will be unable to login the system, please contact your vendor to reset the password. Step 4. Using the Wizard for basic configuration setup When the DVR powers on, a SYSTEM INITIALIZING splash screen normally appears within 3 minutes. An a system activation screen will appear. Activation If it is the first time powering on the recorder, an activation screen will appear. You must use this menu to setup an admin password for the system, and an Unlock Pattern, if preferred, for quickly accessing the configuration menus if the recorder. 2. If you want to use an Unlock Pattern to access the configuration menus, open the Unlock Enable drop down list, and then click Enable. Click Apply to continue. 3. Click the Draw button to open the Set Unlock Pattern window. 4. In the Set Unlock Pattern window, drag the mouse cursor across a pattern of circles, then release the mouse. 4 www.observint.com 2018 Observint Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.

5. Repeat the pattern you entered, and then click Apply to save the configuration. The configuration Wizard initial screen will open. Using the Wizard for initial configuration Use the Wizard to setup the basic configuration of your system. Advanced configuration options are available in the Setup menus. Refer to the firmware user manual (to be provided) for your recorder for more information. 1. When the initial Wizard window appears, click Start Wizard to continue. 2. The next Wizard screen is used to configure the network settings of the recorder. Initially, the recorder acquires network using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Processor) which usually exists somewhere on your LAN. DHCP provides network settings that are compatible with other devices on your LAN. a. It is preferred to have fixed network settings instead of dynamic settings, however. To change from dynamic network settings to fixed settings, copy the settings found through DHCP for the Local Connection and DNS, uncheck the DHCP select box near the top of the menu, then re-enter the DHCP Local Connection and DNS settings. You can also enter your own network settings for the recorder (these must be compatible with other devices on the LAN). If you choose to enter your own network parameters, consider the following: IP Address: The IP address identifies the DVR in the network. It consists of four groups of numbers between 0 to 255, separated by periods. For example, 192.168.001.100. Subnet Mask: Subnet mask is a network parameter which defines a range of IP addresses that can be used in a network. If IP address is like a street where you live then subnet mask is like a neighborhood. The subnet address also consists of four groups of numbers, separated by periods. For example, 255.255.000.000. Gateway: This address allows the DVR to access the Internet. The format of the Gateway address is the same as the IP Address. For example, 192.168.001.001. DNS1/DNS2: DNS1 is the primary DNS server and DNS2 is a backup DNS server. Usually should be enough just to enter the DNS1 server address. b. You can also configure the ports the DVR. If you need to change the port numbers of your DVR, consider the following: Web Port: This is the port that you will use to log in remotely to the DVR (e.g. using the Web Client). If the default port 80 is already taken by other applications, please change it. Client Port: This is the port that the DVR will use to send information through (e.g. using the mobile app). If the default port 9000 is already taken by other applications, please change it. RTSP Port: This is the port that the DVR will be allowed to transmit real-time streaming to other device (e.g. using a streaming Media player.). HTTPS: HTTPS is the secure version of HTTP, the protocol over which data is sent between your browser and the website that you are connected to. If you want to log in remotely to the NVR using Web Client, you need to complete the port forwarding in your router. The default port number is 0443. 5 www.observint.com

PPPoE: PPPoE is an advanced protocol that allows the DVR to connect to the network more directly via DSL modem. Check the Enable PPPOE box, and then enter the User name and Password of the PPPoE. c. Click Next to continue. 3. Use the Date/Time menu to set the Date, Time, Date Format, Time Format, Time Zone, NTP and DST (daylight savings time). a. When changing parameters in the Date and Time tab, consider the following: Date: Click on the calendar icon to set the system date. Time: Click to set the system time. Date Format: Choose from the drop down menu to set preferred date format. Time Format: Choose time format between 24-hour and 12-hour. Time Zone: Set the correct time zone. If changing the DST settings, consider the following: DST: Enable if Daylight Saving Time (DST) is observed in your region. Time Offset: Select the amount of time to offset for DST Time Mode: Choose to set the daylight saving time in weeks or in days Start Time/End Time: Set the start time and end time for daylight saving. 4. Click Next to continue. 5. In the Disk menu, you can configure how your disk (HDD) will be used. The Overwrite (Auto) feature enables you to always keep a previous, optional number of days of data written to the HDD when the disk becomes full, and Format initializes the HDD for use in the recorder and erases all data on the disk. If you installed HDDs in your recorder, it is strongly advised to format these drives before using your recorder. b. Click the NTP tab. To use a Network Time server to automatically set the date and time in your recorder, check the Enable NTP box, and then select a Server Address from the drop down list. Click Update Now to acquire the current Date and Time information. c. Click the DST (Daylight Savings Time) tab. Setup the values in the DST menu to match your local DST custom, if preferred. a. To configure the HDD for Overwrite: i. Check the select box for the HDD you want to configure from the list above. ii. Open the Overwrite drop down list, and then select Auto. 6 www.observint.com

b. To format an HDD: i. Check the select box for the HDD you want to Format from the list above. ii. 6. Click Next to continue. Click the Format button. Allow the format operation to complete before continuing. Use the Resolution menu to select an output resolution that matches your monitor. The DVR automatically adjusts the output resolution during start up to match the highest resolution of your monitor. 10. In the Summary screen, you can: Check the select box to Don t show this window next time. Click Previous to return to the Wizard screens and change your selections. Click Finish to close the Wizard. 11. Click Finish to close the Wizard. Step 5. Using the Live View screen 7. To change the resolution, open the drop down list, select the resolution you prefer, and then click Apply. 8. Click Next to continue. The Mobile screen shows the P2P settings provided with your recorder, and a QR code you can scan to easily connect the DVR to the mobile app HDVision (available free for Android and ios). Camera Title Status Icons Quick Setting Toolbar Start Menu 9. Click Next to continue. The Summary screen shows the settings selected the Wizard. 7 www.observint.com Task Menu Bar System Date / Time

The Live View screen includes several useful features: Task Menu Bar Camera Title A-: This indicates that the camera connected is an AHD camera T-: This indicates that the camera connected is a TVI camera C-: This indicates that the camera connected is a CVI camera To open the Task Menu Bar, click the right mouse button anywhere in the Live View screen. Open Start menu Layout options Quick playback* Network disconnected Information available Status Icons This indicates that the DVR is currently recording. This icon appears when the camera has detected motion. The icon indicates that the external I/O alarm device is triggered This icon indicates that the HDD is in error to work This icon indicates the HDD is unformatted Screen layout n x n View channel sequence Adjust volume * Quick playback: Click to playback all channels from start of day or playback last 5 s, 10 s, 30 s, 1 min, 5 min. Setup (Menu mode) Manual Record or Alarm start / stop To open the Setup menus, click the icon in the lower right corner of the Task Menu Bar, and then click the Setup icon. Click the block for the setup configuration you want to see or change. Using these menus may require authentication. This icon indicates the HDD is full. This icon indicates the HDD is read-only. Camera Quick Setting Toolbar Record start/stop Play last 5 min. recorded Zoom* Capture snapshot PTZ control panel Adjust color * ZOOM: Click to zoom-in on the channel. When the zoom icon appears, press and hold the left mouse button, then drag across the area you want expand. Start Menu Click to switch user or enable multi-user. Click for search and playback. Click to Setup the system (enter menu mode). Click to Lock / Unlock the screen. Click to Shutdown, Reboot and Log out of the system. NOTE If the recorder is not in menu operation for one (1) minute, the screen will lock to prevent unauthorized OSD operations. 8 www.observint.com Refer to the DVR User Manual for more information about the setup features of your recorder. Specifications Model R4 R8 R16 Video Compression H.265 / H.264 Video System Operation System Analog video-input / output Audio input / output Display resolution NTSC / PAL Linux (embedded) 4 channel inputs / VGA and HDMI output 8 channel inputs / VGA and HDMI output 16 channel inputs / VGA and HDMI output 4 channel inputs / 1 channel output (RCA) 4K Model: Analog : 8MP: 15 fps, 5MP: 20 fps, 4MP / 3MP / 1080P / 720P / 960H: 30 fps 5MP Model: Analog: 5MP: 20 fps, 4MP / 3MP: 30 fps, 1080P / 720P / 960H IP: 4MP / 3 MP / 1080P / 720P 4K Model: Analog : 8MP: 15 fps, 5MP: 20 fps, 4MP / 3MP / 1080P / 720P / 960H: 30 fps 5MP Model: Analog :5MP: 20 fps, 4MP / 3MP: 30 fps, 1080P / 720P / 960H

Model R4 R8 R16 Display feature 1 / 4 / 6 / S.E.Q 1 / 4 / 6 / 8 / 9 S.E.Q 1 / 4 / 6 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 13 / 14 / 16 / S.E.Q. Record resolution Analog: 8MP / 5MP / 4MP / 3MP / 1080P / 720P / 960H IP: 4MP / 3MP / 1080P / 720P Analog: 8MP / 5MP / 4MP / 3MP / 1080P / 720P / 960H Record speed Maximum output bandwidth Maximum decode performance Recording Mode 4K Model: Analog: 8MP: 6, 5MP: 8, 4MP: 10, 3MP: 12, 1080P: PAL: 25, NTSC: 30 5MP Model: Analog: 5MP: 12 fps (each ch), 4MP: 15, 3MP: 20, 1080P: PAL: 25, NTSC: 30 4K Model: Analog: 8MP: 7, 5MP: 10, 4MP: 15, 3MP: 17, 1080P: PAL: 25 / NTSC: 30 5MP Model: Analog: 5MP: 13 fps (each ch), 4MP: 16, 3MP: 20, 1080P: PAL: 25 / NTSC: 30 48Mbps 96Mbps 128Mbps 4K Model: 8MP: 12 fps, max 2 ch playback 5MP: 32 fps, max 4 ch playback 4MP: 40 fps 3MP: 48 fps 1080P: 120 fps 5MP Model: max 4 ch playback 5MP: 48 fps 4MP: 60 fps 1080P: 120 fps Continuous / Manual / Motion detect 4K Model: 8MP: 28 fps, max 4 ch playback 5MP: 80 fps max 8 ch playback 4MP: 120 fps 3MP: 136 fps 1080P: 240 fps 5MP Model: max 8 ch playback 5MP: 104 fps 4MP: 136 fps 3MP: 184 fps 1080P: 240 fps Synchronous Playback 3 channels 8 channels 16 channels Network Type LAN, DHCP, and DDNS HDD interface 1 SATA 3.0 HDDs, up to 8TB 1 SATA 3.0 HDD, up to 8TB Multiplex Operation USB Sensor & Alarm I / O PTZ Control Mobile surveillance VGA / HDMI Live display, record, playback, backup and network 1 USB (for mouse and backup / upgrade) No Yes (RS485) 1 USB 3.0, 1 USB 2.0 (for mouse and backup / upgrade) Supports HDVision mobile app for iphone and Android operation system 1024 768, 1280 720, 1280 1024, 1440 900, 1920 1080 (1080P), 2560 1440 (2K), 3840 2160 (4K) Power Supply 12 Vdc / 2 A 12 Vdc / 5 A Dimension(W x D x H) 11.8 8.94 2.1 in (300 227 53 mm) 4K Model: Analog: 8MP: 7, 5MP: 10, 4MP: 15, 3MP: 17, 1080P: PAL: 25 / NTSC: 30 5MP Model: Analog: 5MP: 13 fps (each ch), 4MP: 16, 3MP: 20, 1080P: PAL: 25 / NTSC: 30 4K Model: 8MP: 56 fps, max 8 ch playback 5MP: 160 fps max 16 ch playback 4MP: 240 fps 3MP: 272 fps 1080P: 480 fps 5MP Model: max 16 ch playback 5MP: 208 fps 4MP: 256 fps 3MP: 320 fps 1080P: 480 fps 2 SATA 3.0 HDDs, up to 16TB (8TB max. each) 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0 (for mouse and backup / upgrade) 14.9 13.4 2.0 in (378 340 50 mm) Working Temperature -22 ~ +131 F (-30 ~ +55 C) -22 ~ +131 F (-30 ~ +55 C) -22 ~ +131 F (-30 ~ +55 C) Working Humidity 10% ~ 90% 10% ~ 90% 10% ~ 90% 9 www.observint.com