ZMODO DX-SIN8, User Manual

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Page 3: ...9 Rear Panel 2 10 Mouse 2 11 3 First time Setup 3 1 3 1 DVR Installation 3 1 HDD Installation 3 1 Connecting your DVR 3 5 Connecting the Display 3 6 Connecting Video Audio using BNC cables 3 6 Connec...

Page 4: ...agement 4 13 4 2 Camera Controls 4 19 Image Setting 4 19 Zoom 4 20 Snapshot 4 21 Playback 4 22 PTZ Control 4 23 4 3 Remote viewing Setup 4 25 4 4 Updating your DVR 4 30 From your Mobile Device via Zsi...

Page 5: ...s important information prior to reading the manual and installing the system It overviews the manual purpose and conventions to aid in installation and covers minimum system requirements to ensure su...

Page 6: ...to this chapter before calling technical support Manual Conventions This manual uses several symbols typographies and abbreviations that carry specific definitions In order to properly follow instruct...

Page 7: ...install the DVR near any heat sources and avoid direct sunlight Make sure there is good air circulation where the DVR is installed Install the DVR in a stable environment Handle the DVR carefully and...

Page 8: ...options make your DVR available and accessible anywhere at anytime Using next generation plug and play technology and a revolutionized user interface this system delivers a revolutionarily user frien...

Page 9: ...20 frames sec PAL HD1 20 frames sec NTSC 20 frames sec PAL CIF 30 frames sec NTSC 25 frames sec PAL Audio Input 8 channel RCA Output 1 channel BNC Compression G 711 Storage Reviewing Playback Up to 4...

Page 10: ...thout HDD Language Support 11 languages 2 3 Compatibility This DVR is compatible with all Zmodo BNC surveillance cameras Cameras can be purchased at http www cctvhotdeals com When purchasing cameras w...

Page 11: ...rocedures please make sure that your package includes the following contents 8 Channel Security DVR ZMD DX SIN8 USB Mouse 12V 3A Power Adapter Quick Installation Guide Case Screws not pictured Pre Ins...

Page 12: ...and optimizes storage by increasing recording quality when a critical event occurs Multitasking Users can view record playback backup live view and remotely access the DVR simultaneously from multipl...

Page 13: ...Product Introduction 2 9 Front Panel...

Page 14: ...Product Introduction 2 10 Rear Panel...

Page 15: ...Product Introduction 2 11 Mouse...

Page 16: ...estern Digital Caviar Green AV GP hard drives or Seagate Pipeline hard drives that are specifically engineered for use in security camera environments We also suggest that you make your purchase from...

Page 17: ...e Setup 3 2 1 Make sure your DVR is unplugged from its power source and slide the top panel off of the DVR 2 Connect the SATA power and data cables from the DVR to the corresponding ports on your HDD...

Page 18: ...d as shown IMPORTANT Make sure that the cables do not come into contact with the cooling fan 4 Holding the hard drive and the DVR gently turn it over and line up the holes on the hard drive with the h...

Page 19: ...holes on the back panel and the two holes on the sides 6 When you power on your system you will see a popup asking you to format your HDD Press OK and wait 5 10 minutes NOTE If you do not see this pop...

Page 20: ...ailed instruction please refer to 3 2 Camera Installation 2 Connect your display to the appropriate display input For detailed instruction please refer to 3 1 DVR Installation Connecting the Display 3...

Page 21: ...quipment please identify the type of connection that you will be using For HDMI connections we recommend that you use one of the following brands Phillips LG or Samsung 3 Connect to the corresponding...

Page 22: ...slots Line up the slots with the protrusions as shown in the picture below 2 Push the connector in and twist until the connection is secure as shown 3 If you are making a video connection plug in the...

Page 23: ...ith your finger nail or pen in order to open the spring loaded connection 2 With the orange tab pushed in insert the bare wire from your alarm about 1 8 1 4 inches into the port 3 Let go of the orange...

Page 24: ...two separate connectors on each end One of the connectors is for the power and the other is for video Connect the male power and video BNC end of the cables to the female power and video BNC connector...

Page 25: ...ting your cameras The following steps provide instructions to mount the camera on a drywall Your installation may vary depending on the specific camera purchased You will need 1 Surveillance Camera no...

Page 26: ...ion To adjust the camera position loosen the nob on the bracket by turning it counterclockwise and adjust the camera accordingly When the desired camera position is achieved tighten the nob by turning...

Page 27: ...ystem will automatically set the date and time settings through the internet connection If you do not enable this you will need to manually input the date and time in the corresponding forms Name phon...

Page 28: ...ault it will be set to the 9 channel view with the live video streams from all eight camera feeds To access the new quick menu move your cursor to the bottom of the screen using your mouse or press th...

Page 29: ...ew For further live video viewing options refer to 4 1 Main Menu Detailed Video Settings Quad View Select four channels 1 4 or 5 8 to view simultaneously 8 Channel View Quickly toggle the viewing mode...

Page 30: ...eral Settings menu to manage accounts change the date time view the system events log view hard disk information change PTZ settings view and upgrade your firmware and restore your device to factory s...

Page 31: ...ng your user accounts by simply highlighting a user account from the menu and selecting a function to perform Date Language Use this menu to change the date time settings and the language settings of...

Page 32: ...ated motion sensors activated alarms etc Use this menu to review the system log of all event notifications Series Numbers the events in sequence Type Describes the type of notification Alarm System St...

Page 33: ...ity the DVR will either stop recording or overwrite the older playback files The overwrite feature is generally recommended Refresh Update the HDD information shown on the page Total Space The total a...

Page 34: ...device Refer to your camera s manual for specific instructions on changing the address Baud Rate Refers to the frequency of communications this must match the camera s baud rate Data Bit This is typic...

Page 35: ...startup guide to appear refer to 3 3 DVR First time Startup The startup guide will appear the next time the system is powered on Please refer to the following instructions to upgrade the firmware from...

Page 36: ...our users This page provides links to some of our resources that will help guide you to a maximal experience of our products Use a QR code scanner on your mobile device and scan the QR codes to acces...

Page 37: ...age otherwise all changes will be lost Channel Name You may set a name to describe the camera feed on your DVR For example if you have set up a camera in the front yard on channel 1 you could name it...

Page 38: ...that are connected to the DVR remotely devices that are connected through 3G 4G or a different internet connection than the DVR Video Quality Change the overall quality of the video Increasing the qua...

Page 39: ...u must first select the channel to edit and select the draw tool Select an area by clicking and dragging down and to the right with your cursor A gray box will appear Remove selected areas by selectin...

Page 40: ...re an advanced user we do not recommend that you change these settings These definitions are not sufficient for manual networking and configuration Web Port This designates the port used when accessin...

Page 41: ...et up a DDNS Dynamic DNS Server for remote surveillance please refer to the knowledge base for full instructions UPNP UPNP Universal Plug and Play is a protocol used to establish network connectivity...

Page 42: ...will automatically mark recordings that are triggered by critical events motion detection and alarms in the playback menu Use this menu to define critical events and best optimize recording and storag...

Page 43: ...uring the highlighted time periods Edit a channel s recording schedule by selecting the appropriate camera under Channel Then Deselect and reselect squares by left clicking and dragging the cursor acr...

Page 44: ...the sensitivity of the motion detection with the Sensitivity drop down menu 4 Define how the system responds when motion is detected There are four different responses that the system can take when mo...

Page 45: ...selecting another channel all changes will be lost You may also restore setting defaults by pressing Default External Alarm The DVR supports up to four external alarm inputs and one external alarm ou...

Page 46: ...a Buzzer The DVR s built in buzzer will sound b Alarm Output The DVR will activate any external alarms that have been connected to the back panel see 3 1 DVR Installation Connecting an External Alarm...

Page 47: ...ss response for that channel 2 Define how the system responds when video is lost There are four possible responses when video is lost Choose an option by selecting the box next to it a Send E mail The...

Page 48: ...ut will sound after motion is detected 4 2 Camera Controls When on the home screen you can access the DVR s camera controls by double clicking on the desired channel feed and a blue menu will appear a...

Page 49: ...oth functions Adjust the brightness settings of the camera Adjust the color saturation of the camera Adjust the contrast settings of the camera Zoom Selecting this will bring you into the zoom in mode...

Page 50: ...snapshot at any time in order to do so click once on the Snapshot button in the camera functions bar A thumbnail will appear on the bottom left of your screen Access the snapshots gallery in the quic...

Page 51: ...of your recording on the right panel under Channel When you select a channel it will be highlighted in blue 2 Select the month and year on the calendar in the right panel The days that are highlighted...

Page 52: ...e camera in the direction of the arrow Start the PTZ patrolling function the camera will automatically patrol a certain movement path Adjust the camera focus Adjust the lens aperture to optimize the i...

Page 53: ...t panel under Channel When you select a channel it will be highlighted in blue 2 Once a channel is selected select a month and year on the calendar The days that are highlighted in blue will have avai...

Page 54: ...utionary user friendly setup we have eliminated the need for complex port forwarding procedures and other networking hassles Our product servers will automatically authenticate and configure your hard...

Page 55: ...ur mobile device is connected to the internet through the same wireless router as your DVR 3 Open the Zsight app on your mobile device and create a Zsight account If this is your first time using Zsig...

Page 56: ...per right hand corner to open the Add Device menu 5 Add your DVR by scanning the QR code found in step 1 Select the Scan QR Code option as shown in the image and a QR code scanner will open Locate the...

Page 57: ...ed to name your device Choose any unique name for your device to distinguish it in your device list 7 Select your system from the device list to view the live video stream Go back to the Device List s...

Page 58: ...or remote viewing capabilities 9 Your device is now activated for remote surveillance You will now be able to view your DVR on any Android or iOS device with internet connection In order to do so simp...

Page 59: ...ck the Device Update section towards the bottom of the menu If it says that an update is available press on it and the device will automatically update Please wait 5 10 minutes for the process to comp...

Page 60: ...ower coming from the outlet by plugging in another device to the outlet If there is no power please try another outlet or power source Hard drive is not detected by the system Hard drive cables may no...

Page 61: ...t add the device to my Zsight account The device is already tethered to a preexisting Zsight account For security purposes our Zsight servers restrict each device to one linked Zsight account It is po...

Page 62: ...g requirements are met To avoid any delay or denial of processing your return please verify the product you are returning meets the guidelines below and qualifies for return If a non conforming produc...

Page 63: ...er service we used to ship your order In the event that your order arrived damaged or incomplete due to external damage please keep all interior and exterior packaging as this is needed when we file t...

Page 64: ...to send your product s back for a refund Most vendors who offer Zmodo products will offer a 30 day refund option however this is subject to the specific policy of the sales vendor that the product s w...

Page 65: ...rranty excludes 3rd party software connected equipment or stored data In the event of a claim Zmodo s sole obligation shall be to replace our product with its equivalent or the best possible substitut...

Page 66: ...b zmodo com Technical Support If you ever have any problems setting up or using this product call our TOLL FREE number for additional assistance 866 551 6881 Telephone Service Hours Mon Fri 8 00am 8 0...