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Before reading this manual This manual contains basic instructions on installing and using DirectIP Network Video Recorder, an IDIS product. Users who are using this product for the first time, as well as users with experience using comparable products, must read this manual carefully before use and heed to the warnings and precautions contained herein while using the product.
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Before reading this manual Important Safeguards 1. Read Instructions A. When the power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged. All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance B. If liquid is spilled, or objects have fallen into the equipment. is operated.
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Before reading this manual In-Text Symbol Type Description Caution Important information concerning a specific function. Note Useful information concerning a specific function. User’s Caution Statement Caution: Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
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IDIS Co., Ltd. reserves all rights concerning this manual. Use or duplication of this manual in part or whole without the prior consent of IDIS Co., Ltd. is strictly prohibited. Contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
Part 1 – Introduction Product Features This is a DirectIP-enabled video recorder that supports surveillance, recording, and playback of video from network cameras (or video encoders). This NVR (Network Video Recorder) unit offers the following features: • Real-time 4/8 channel DirectIP network surveillance •...
Part 1 – Introduction Accessories Upon unpackaging the product, check the contents inside to ensure that all the following accessories are included. Power Cable / *DC Adapter Network Video Recorder Quick Guide *Above image may differ slightly from the actual product. Optical USB Mouse...
Part 1 – Introduction Overview Front Panel LEDs • HDD LED & Power LED: Lights up while the main unit is in operation and flashes when data is being written on the HDD or a video search is in progress. •...
Part 1 – Introduction Rear Panel Connections Video Connection • Video In/PoE Port For simplicity, the illustrations and descriptions in the rear panel connections refer to the DR-1308P model. Monitor Connection Connect to the VGA OUT or HDMI port. Connect network cameras or video encoders to the NVR using RJ-45 cable (Cat5, Cat5e, or Cat6).
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Part 1 – Introduction Connections on the Rear Panel HDMI Monitor USB HDD VGA Monitor Network IDIS Center Camera Remote Keyboard Monitoring Power...
Part 2 - Appendix System Log Types Boot Up Panic On System Shutdown Panic Off Restart Clear All Data Upgrade Success Clear Disk Upgrade Error Format Disk Power Failure Disk Full Time Changed Auto Deletion Time Zone Change Search Begin Time Sync.
Part 2 - Appendix Error Code Types Upgrade Error Codes Type Type Unknown Error Remote Network Error Incorrect File Version No Remote Upgrade Permission Incorrect OS Version Remote Upgrade File Save Failure Incorrect Software Version Remote Upgrade Cancelled by User Incorrect Kernel Version USB Storage Device Mount Failure Storage Device Mount Failure...
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Part 2 - Appendix Clip Copy Error Codes Type Type Unknown Error Disk Error Device Error Clip Player Execution File Not Found Device Connection Failure Clip Player Execution File Access Failure CD Media Not Found Clip Player Execution File Save Failure Incorrect Media Image Generation Failure File Name Taken...
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Part 2 - Appendix Network Error Codes Type Type Cause of Failure Unknown Connection Cancelled by User Normal Logout No Response from Network Device Host All Channels in Use - Connection Denied High Network Noise Level Incorrect Product Version Info Transmission Queue Full Incorrect User Name or Password Incorrect OEM Info...
Part 2 - Appendix Troubleshooting Problem Solution • Check the power cable connection status. The main unit won't turn on. • Check the power outlet. • Check the camera's video cable connection status. • Check the monitor's video cable connection status. Unable to display Live video.